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Life on the sandy Shores, the Fruitful Farmlands and the magnificent vineyards.

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Tax Sharing Agreement, Public Hearing discussed at CIA meeting page 4 Township prepares for move page 4 AMTRAK right-of way is legal page 5 Grand Beach Village discusses fee for future building permits to save roads page 10

Shelf Ice Brew Fest comes to Michigan City page 12

Crawfish boil and a taste of the Big Easy page 14

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Library Tidings

News and Events from The New Buffalo Township Library

On Display Upstairs

Black History Month and Young Adult Takeover

On Display in march

Women’s History Month

On Display Downstairs

Star Wars and Adult Fiction for Teens

March book club read meeting March 10 My Brilliant Friend

by Elena Ferrante

april book club read meeting april 14 The Nightingale

by Kristin Hannah

friday, FEBRUARY 26 story hour 11AM

saturday, FEBRUARY 27 lego club 12:30PM

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toddler time 11:15AM

wednesday, march 3

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Thursday, march 4

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Saturday, MARCH 5

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I love crawfish, scallops and shrimp (especially when they are flown in from New Orleans).

That is what was served at Saturday’s Mardi Gras celebration in Three Oaks. Also featured were muffalettas, po’ boys, hush puppies, dirty rice…the list goes on and on.

I had pledged that I would never miss this fundraiser for college scholarships awarded to students living in the River Valley school district and is so generously made possible by some very good folks.

Unfortunately, I did miss it, as I was on my way to South Carolina to visit a friend of Harbor Country, Mary Dunbar. Dunbar was the former Executive Director of the Pokagon Fund before moving to Marrian, South Carolina, and accepting the position of Executive Director of Marion County Health Care Foundation. We will be doing a seven-day tour of her beautiful state. I am hoping that we can get

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some Cajun food down there, since I missed the feast in Three Oaks…

Jeff Tweedy’s benefit concert was sold out within five minutes of the tickets going on sale. The Acorn will be packed with many thoughtful people showing their support for Ibrahm Parlak and his fight to stay in this country and specifically Harbor Country, where he settled in 1992. Ibraham is the owner of Café Gullistan in Harbert. Proceeds will help cover his ongoing legal battle to remain in the USA, which he has made his forever home.

Thank heavens this is a leap year, as I am so far behind with everything.

And for all of you single ladies out there, now is your chance! As for me, I am just going to get a little more paperwork done…

So long from Charleston, see you all soon back in Harbor Country. dee dee duhn

Spring-like temperatures greeted the weekend words by Linda Henderson in New Buffalo photos by therese donnelly and linda henderson

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hat a difference a week makes.

Following last week’s frigid, snowy weather, temperatures rose to the mid-fifty degree mark on Saturday, Feb. 20. The New Buffalo city beachfront was filled with people celebrating the beautiful sunshine and warm weather throughout the weekend and early into the week.

Enthusiastic kids had shed their boots and were swinging and romping in the sand, barefoot and laughing.

Fisherman were casting their line, but reported no fish were biting. The ice shelf remains along the break wall, but it is diminishing daily, as is the ice in the harbor. The day before, on Friday, chilly winds were clocked at over fifty miles an hour and waves were crashing over the ice shelf. As they say, “Stick around five minutes, the weather will change, it’s Michigan”.

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Thursday, February 25, 2016

Blossomtime pageant tickets on sale

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he Blossomtime Festival is excited to announce that the 2016 Miss and Mr. Blossomtime pageant tickets are open for public sales Thursday, Feb. 18.

This year’s theme, “Blossomtime’s Greatest Hits,” has inspired two wonderful evenings of entertainment, music and glamour. The Mr. Blossomtime and Showcase of Queens pageant is the evening of Sunday, March 13, at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. The Miss Blossomtime Pageant is the following evening, Monday, March 14, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20.

Program prices will be $3. Both pageants are at the LMC Mendel Center Mainstage in Benton Harbor and are guaranteed to be wonderful evenings full of talented young ladies and gentlemen, culminating in the coronation of the 2016 Blossomtime Royalty.

Please call the Blossomtime office at 269-982-8016 or stop by at 2330 South Cleveland Avenue in St. Joseph, Michigan, to purchase tickets in advance. Availability is limited. — Staff Reports

Free Ipad Mini offered to qualifying seniors

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ew Buffalo Township Library, in conjunction with Harbor Country Communities for a Lifetime, will soon be offering low income seniors a free Ipad Mini, as well as the training to go with it.

“Due to the rural nature of our community, seniors can often feel a sense of social isolation,” said Hillary Bubb, HCCFL. “Furthermore, much information on services for seniors is best accessed via the internet.”

“By providing both the hardware and the training, seniors can get the information they need as they age safely at home. Training also empowers them to reach out to family and friends through Facebook and other forms of social media,” Bubb added.

Seniors who already own hardware (laptop, smart phones and tablets) can receive free tutoring through the Teen Tech Tutor program. The program matches seniors with members of the Teen group at the Library.

To receive a free Ipad mini, seniors must meet certain financial criteria and should visit the Library for more details. — Staff Reports

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Tax Sharing Agreement, Public Hearing discussed at CIA meeting

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By Francesca Sagala

iscussing the Tax Sharing Agreement was the first order of business at the New Buffalo Township’s Corridor Improvement Authority’s (CIA) monthly meeting Thursday, Feb. 18.

Upon viewing the Agreement, Mark Pitts asked why it seems they have a “limit” with regards to what to do in the future. He pointed out that the CIA will need to obtain the approval from the Township Board before they do any project. From what he understands, he said, the tax agreement has them committed to doing only so much, and that there can’t be any more adjustments.

“I thought the CIA Board had the right to look at projects that seem to make sense for economic development in the area,” Pitts said.

To his understanding, Pitts said, when the CIA decides to do something, they go to the Township Board anyway. Glancing at the Tax Sharing Agreement, he said it seemed like the county has “pretty much the decision-making role in everything.”

Chuck Eckenstahler of Wightman & Associates explained the reason for the Tax Sharing Agreement. He said that five years ago, throughout the state of Michigan, there was “considerable abuses of tax increment financing.” For example, there was a tax increment financing district in Berrien County that was not spending its money. The district, Eckenstahler Upon viewing the Agreement, said, had half a million dollars sitting Mark Pitts asked why it seems unused, and that interest proceeds they have a “limit” with regards from it were being redirected to the to what to do in the future. He general fund. pointed out that the CIA will Eckenstahler added that the need to obtain the approval “difficulty” of compiling a set of TIF from the Township Board before financials is that he has to “look into they do any project. From what crystal ball to come up with a number he understands, he said, the tax that’s vaguely specific,” something agreement has them committed to that was “vaguely enough to get doing only so much, and that there something that’s large enough,” as well as “politically acceptable locally can’t be any more adjustments. and reasonably justified” to county reviewers with regards to developments. Still, he said, at the same time, he also had to come up with a specific number.

“As a team, we’ve taken a look at what’s best,” he said, adding that it was now the responsibility of the CIA Board to look at that development timing and determine if they like the assumptions Wightman has established, taking into account if their expectations are reasonable over a 10 year term and are “politically justifiable by the Township Board for the public.” They also needed to decide if they, as a Board, can demonstrate if each project has “rational backing” so that they could justify it to the county reviewers.

The Tax Sharing Agreement, he said, wasn’t set in stone, as a developer could desire to bring in a major project that could change the entire document. At this point in time, based on the information they’ve received, the caps they’ve put into place are reasonable.

“It’s a document that’s eligible for change. I don’t know of a TIF Plan that after 10 years has been accomplished as originally envisioned,” Eckenstahler said, adding that it’s a “changeable document.”

Board members agreed that having the Authority created was a big first step in bringing developers in, and that the Tax Sharing Agreement could possibly change with any new development that enters into the Corridor.

While Wightman & Associates President Matt Davis said establishing their bylaws was a “non-urgent” discussion, he did say it was important that the financials, as well as the TIF Plan, had to be finalized before the Public Hearing.

Also at the meeting, Board members discussed hiring a secretary. Specifically, they were looking for someone who could take meeting minutes for two hours in the middle of the day, at 2 p.m. the third Thursday of each month, which is when it was established that CIA meetings would take place.

Board members discussed marketing, with Davis saying they needed to get e-blasts to developers in cities such as Chicago and Detroit, which would be merely an announcement of what they were doing as a CIA Board.

Ensuring that developers knew ahead of time about the CIA, as well as that potential developers, funding source agencies and politicians understood the CIA so they could “go to the right place at the right time” was also important, Davis said. Each Board member was assigned as being a point of contact for different organizations, including the City of New Buffalo Downtown Development Authority, the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce, MDOT (Michigan Department of Transportation) and the State of Michigan. Board members were asked to reach out to their assigned organization, spreading the word about the CIA as well as sharing the Visioning document with them when it was completed.

The Public Hearing is scheduled to take place at 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 21, before the Township’s monthly Board meeting.

Township prepares for move

After years of planning and months of construction, the New Buffalo Township Hall renovations are nearly complete.

The Township Board spent a majority of their Feb. 22 meeting approving payments related to construction work and preparing to move from their temporary offices at St. John’s Frohne Hall back to 17425 Red Arrow Highway.

Along with approving scheduled payments and a change order, the Board accepted two quotes for work related to the move-in. At the recommendation of Wightman and Associates, the Board accepted a quote from Communication Company to provide fire alarm monitoring at $35 per month. Board President Rose Dudiak said the company included installation costs in their price.

A bid from Two Men and a Truck to move the offices to the new location was also approved. The quoted costs was between $1479 and $1827. Before the vote, Dudiak noted the moving company had handled the Township’s transition to the temporary offices, did much of the packing and finished in one day. The Board plans to move into the renovated township hall March 11, with unpacking slated for March 14.

Township elections will be in the new building March 8.

Burkholder Excavating will handle the demolition of the former Michigan State Police post on Red Arrow Highway.

Burkholder’s bid of just over $39,000 will include asbestos abatement. The building had once housed the township’s building department but is currently vacant. Last year a car slid off US-12 and hit the building at a high speed, causing heavy damage to the exterior.

Later in the meeting, Berrien County Undersheriff Chuck Heit suggested the township preserve the building’s cornerstone.

Along with demolition costs, the Board also approved payment to Merritt Engineering for its work creating specs for the bid process. Board members noted a drain running under the building created possible complications.

Sewer rates and connection charges were revised to reflect a $7 increase in inspection fees from the Galien River Sanitary District The Board approved a Special Land Use request for US 12 Speed and Custom as recommended by the Planning Commission. A former occupant of the building had a similar SLU for car restoration but that SLU did not stay with the property, requiring US 12 to get a new one.

The Township has refinanced some of its bonds as of Feb. 22. Dudiak said the financial advisor had informed them the sale will save the township more than $430,000 over the life of the bond. It was originally expected the township would save between $200 and $300,000 but investors are more interested in municipal bonds right now.

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he City of New Buffalo recently received confirmation from an official at Amtrak that there is no encroachment onto the Amtrak right-of-way in conjunction with the housing development on East Merchant and East Mechanic streets, known as Merchant Street Cottages.

Michael Franke of Amtrak recently wrote to the City of New Buffalo, “Per my recent voice mail, this is to confirm that there is no encroachment onto Amtrak’s right-of-way in connection with a housing development approximately three blocks east of Whittaker Street in New Buffalo, Michigan.”

For many years, the homeowner to the west of the development on East Mechanic Street, Rubia Jasinevicius, has alleged that a home east of Taylor Street on East Mechanic Street was built too close to the railroad tracks and was encroaching onto the Amtrak right-of-way, presenting a safety issue.

After being contacted by City Manager Ron Anderson and Jasinevicius, Amtrak officials ordered the property to be surveyed. Three surveys were done this past fall to determine the property lines and right-of-way. The reason for the multiple surveys was that after the first two surveys were completed, the official survey stakes were removed, necessitating additional expense for Amtrak. An official from Amtrak stated that the removal of the stakes from federal property was a federal crime; if the party or parties were identified, they would be prosecuted for the violation.

Jasinevicius has, in the past, voiced and written about her concern to all City officials, stating that if an Amtrak investigation determined the city falsified the Planned Unit Development (PUD) boundaries, as she alleged, to include a portion of Amtrak’s right-of-way, the City could be included in any liability if a high-speed train accident occurred at the curve at that location. She was also concerned that any loans by the PUD or home owners provided by FDIC institutes could constitute a federal violation of law. These concerns now appear to have no merit, in light of the recent survey findings and statement by Amtrak.

CSX Railroad officials were also contacted by Anderson; however, they responded that the tracks and right-of-way was not their jurisdiction, as they leased the use of the line/tracks from Amtrak.

Sept. 4, 2015, Jasinevicius wrote a letter to the members of the City Council and the City Manager informing them of the following: “I have taken the initiative and communicated directly with the Federal Railroad Association, Berrien County officials, and the State of Michigan’s Department of Transportation with regards to my query. My queries were addressed and were forwarded to an appropriate official at Amtrak for further review.

My concerns are valid. This morning, Amtrak was on site to investigate the encroachment. They will continue to investigate, as it appears the City of New Buffalo and Merchant Street Cottages are wrongfully encroached on the railroad’s right-of-way and high-speed-turn easement.” The survey has proven this statement to be incorrect.

Anderson told the New Buffalo Times, “We appreciate verification from Amtrak so that we can focus public dialogue on the City Master Plan and North Whittaker Street redevelopment, rather than focusing on old grievances. Working together, we can focus on building our future and grow as a community.”

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Thursday, February 25, 2016 Students participate in a game during Winterfest

Cheerleaders perform during the Winterfest game

NBHS displays their Winterfest spirit

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By Francesca Sagala

Students construct paper airplanes during Winterfest activities

Students try to put on their shoes fast during a Winterfest relay

chool spirit was in full swing during New Buffalo High School’s annual Winterfest week, which took place the week of Feb. 15-19. Students dressed up for a variety of Spirit Days, such as International Day or Class Color Day, as well as participated in a night of fun and games that was put on by the Student Council Wednesday, Feb. 17.

The weeklong celebration culminated in Friday’s game against White Pigeon. During halftime, students cheered on brother sister pair Mariah and Marques Artz, who won the titles of Winterfest King and Queen, as well as the sophomore class, who won the Winterfest Spirit Award.

Class representatives line up during Winterfest

Winterfest Queen and King Mariah Artz and Marques Artz

Student decorated banners decorate the gym walls

Winterfest student representatives line up during the game

The student cheering section during the big Winterfest game

Andrick Villa prepares to throw a paper airplane during Winterfest activities

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Bison lose to White Pigeon, defeat Buchanan

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words By Stan Maddux | photos by natalie cacioppo

Seth Margaritis sinks the 3 point shot in the February 19th game against White Pigeon. The Bison lost 53-64

Julian Hymes dribbles down the court in the February 19th game against White Pigeon

Jarek Hotwagner fights off the White Pigeon players in the February 19th game

he Bison played very well but couldn’t overcome near flawless execution by White Pigeon in a 64-53 home boys basketball loss February 19.

There were no solutions for stopping the ball handling skills and athletic ability of David Miller and Dylan Sandy, who scored 45 points for the Chiefs from outside and in the paint.

Jarrett Miller contributed 14 points as a three point specialist for White Pigeon, which lost to the Bison earlier in the season.

New Buffalo, down 29-23 at halftime, came out pressing on defense, but it didn’t seem to faze the Chiefs who had several shots blocked early in the third quarter by Travis Maddux and Jarek Hotwagner, triggering a rally that brought the Bison to within one point halfway through the period.

The game was still close early in the fourth quarter, but the Chiefs pulled ahead by 12 points with five minutes left and never were threatened again.

Hotwagner scored 25 points for the Bison while teammates Marques Artz and Creo Brewster added eight points apiece.

New Buffalo fell to 10-7 on the season.

The Bison junior varsity team defeated the Chiefs 62 to 32 with Aidan Hansen leading all scorers with 17 points.

Tyler Maddux added 14 points while Josh Fulwiley finished with 9 points and Kanin Oliver had six points for the well-balanced attack.

The Bison, on February 16, played what could have been their best half of basketball all season coming from behind at Buchanan to win 66-47.

New Buffalo down by seven points at halftime after losing to Buchanan earlier in the season came out during the second half much more aggressive on both offense and defense.

Flurries of blocked shots down low from Maddux and Hotwagner forced the Bucks to the outside where their shooting turned cold while New Buffalo on offense put on a clinic with nifty passes to open shooters and many driving layups, including a couple from Brewster.

The third quarter ended with the Bison leading 51-37 when Hotwagner tipped an inbounds pass from Rylee Fournier into the bucket at the buzzer.

Hotwagner finished with 21 points. Artz scored 14 points while Maddux and Brewster contributed 11 points and nine points respectively.

Creo Brewster goes up for the layup in the February 19th game against White Pigeon

Isaiah Ripley dribbles the ball down the court in the February 19 game against the White Pigeon Chiefs

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From the Bleachers Column by Kurt Marggraf in chicago

A few weeks ago, I asked my little brother if he would like to be a guest columnist for a week. I think he did a fabulous job. Without further ado, this week’s column is written by Mike Marggraf:

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he Boy was a normal-sized baby. We had no idea back in ‘81 that he would grow into a six foot six bear of a man. He was a good kid by all accounts.

Then came junior high. He was in trouble on a daily basis, fighting every day. He even got into trouble at church. During one of our many visits to the principal’s office, Mr. Principal, an older man close to retirement probably trying to figure out how to leave a year earlier, noted that our family had justifiably made the speed dial on his phone. This was a ‘90s era school phone with a small memory; however, we made it just the same. He mentioned the other names: his mother, his wife, the police - no other students’ family names, just us. The Boy and I shared a glance, wanting to high-five each other but more afraid of the mom than the old man principal. “Your son is headed to the fight, already in the middle of it, or getting one started. He is headed for a career in law enforcement or incarceration.” Those were dark times for our little nuclear family, and high school was coming right up.

Mike Ditka filmed a TV show in downtown Chicago in the mid ‘80s that a few friends and I attended. These were the shows where grown men barked like dogs and would ask a question to “Da Coach,” or Johnny Morris, and would then say, “I’ll sit down and wait for my answer.” He was quite the Man back in those days, and would stay after the show to sign autographs and answer questions. I stayed late one night and asked him at what age should The Boy (who was age five at the time) start football if he was so inclined. His reply was thoughtful and personal and will always be remembered: “There is no reason on God’s green earth any kid should play football before high school.”

Today, the conversation about having your child play high school football would certainly involve traumatic brain injury. Back in the mid ‘90s, the concern was blowing out a knee or a small chance of spinal cord injury. I’m no expert; however, having suffered multiple concussions and a spinal cord injury, I do know something (from what I can remember anyway). We opted to let him participate, and were more worried about the other kids’ health. What we did not realize at the time was that the combination of playing football, growing up and joining the wrestling team would give him an outlet. Basically he didn’t have the energy or inclination to start or be in trouble on a regular basis anymore. All that energy was channeled into something productive and fun. The Boy was the only kid in a large high school those years who was in the orchestra and on the football and wrestling teams. We were and are very proud.

The camaraderie was also an important factor.

I cringe when hearing a parent in today’s world say their child will never play football or soccer, or some other such nonsense. My usual response is that they should consider a plastic bubble. Fear is overrated.

My mom smoked through all four of her pregnancies. My crib was painted with lead paint. I rode my bicycle with no helmet or chain guard. The steel dashboard and no seat belts made my dad drive more safely. The DDT fog we played in was fun. Letting my kids participate in as many activities as possible is one of the parenting things I got right. Keeping them safe was a job not taken lightly. Kids do get injured from time to time, no matter the safeguards put in place by today’s helicopter parents.

Today The Boy has been married for 10 years to a smart and beautiful wife, has three rambunctious boys and is a proud veteran and a great dad. — Mike Marggraf

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n behalf of the town of Culver, Indiana, I would like to send a huge thank you to the many individuals who made our group visit to New Buffalo last week such a great experience.

Thank you to Mr. Robert Anderson, New Buffalo’s city manager, and Mr. Robert Kemper of New Buffalo’s DDA, and the Bentwood Tavern for helping to set up our city tour and lunch, and helping to facilitate discussion with members of our economic development committee.

Our entire group returned to Culver truly wowed by the generosity of the group who hosted us, including the aforementioned Mr. Robert Anderson and Mr. Robert Kemper, Viki Gudas from the Harbor County Chamber, Cathi Rogers from the NBBA, Karen Gear of New Buffalo Savings Bank, Dee Dee Duhn of the New Buffalo Times, and all of the staff at the City of New Buffalo who were so gracious with their time. It was a great opportunity for our group to network with colleagues and discuss best practices, and we hope to return the favor in the future.

All involved were great ambassadors for your community, and I am looking forward to visiting again very soon!

— J onathan Leist, culver, indiana Town Manager

To be wronged is nothing unless you continue to remember it.

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GOVERNMENT CONTROL OF WHAT YOU KNOW Government has the power to force citizens from their homes and decide where to locate hazardous facilities. It has the power to confiscate your property or throw you in jail.

Your government claims it can save money by posting notices about tax increases, property seizure and new spending on its website. That seems well-intentioned. But doing that creates a system where government is in control of what you know.

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Government websites put government in control of what we know. Citizens need an independent, trustworthy and effective check and balance on the government that’s supposed to serve them.

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future sign ordinance, new fees and stickers for the golf carts and inducting an impact fee into future building permits were all discussed at the Village of Grand Beach Council’s monthly meeting Wednesday, Feb. 17.

President Paul Leonard Jr. started out the meeting by introducing the auditor, who presented the audit from the previous year. The auditor went over the expenses and how much was spent from last year, as well as the fact that the Village came up under budget. He also presented each of the council members with a bound book, which broke everything down in detail.

Leonard brought to the Council’s attention an article that appeared in The Review Magazine about a town in Gilbert, Arizona, where the entire town is facing an attorney fee claim in excess of $1 million. A local church challenged the town’s sign ordinance laws when they displayed a 6’ by 6’ foot sign for longer than 24 hours. He made it clear to the Council that he was going to personally call Village Attorney Sara Bell so she can look into the Village’s sign ordinance laws to ensure such a situation would never occur in Grand Beach.

Golf and Pro Shop Commissioner Blake O’Halloran discussed the state of the equipment that is used to maintain the golf course, and that they need to start thinking about replacing some of the various machinery. One of the major purchases that he would like to make would be a new fairway mower, which has an estimate cost of $43,000. Leonard informed Blake that this would be something to discuss at the upcoming April budget meeting. Building inspector Bill Lambert informed the Council that Grand Beach ended 2015 with 53 total permits and that so far this year, three new ones have already been obtained.

Also at the meeting, the Council discussed the road damage that has been caused by all of the construction that has taken place within the Village. Council members discussed various ways on how they could help ease this problem, from charging the contractors when the job is all done to charging the homeowners who had the houses built. One Grand Beach resident suggested that on future permits, the Village could include an impact fee so that any damage that is caused outside of the property line will be guaranteed to be fixed and not at the Village’s expense. With the impact fee, the contractor will be able to work it into their price, eventually being paid by the homeowners who are having the property built.

Board members discussed the freezer that needed to be replaced inside of the clubhouse on the golf course, as the current one is more than 14 years old and has been experiencing some leakage problems. Blake O’Halloran brought to the Council’s attention that he found a used freezer by the same company as the current one for $4,800. Council members voted for the freezer to be replaced.

Council members discussed raising the golf cart fee to another $5, as well as ways to differentiate the cart registration stickers between residents and non-residents.

Leonard Jr. suggested that the non-resident stickers be a different color from the resident stickers. Police Chief Dan Schroeder suggested that the non-resident stickers be a different shape rather than a different color, as that will make it easier for the police officers to notice. He suggested they be round and slightly larger than the current registration stickers. Currently, all registration stickers are square.

The new rules and water rates, which were discussed at the previous meeting, were made into a new ordinance and signed off by the president. They will take affect starting March 16 The Village is waiting on the Pokagon Fund request for $37,650 to repave the asphalt leading into Grand Beach, add a curb and plant flowers at the entryway. As a result of requesting money from The Fund, the Village will not have to use its own budget to fund the project.

Grand Valley State University Dean’s List

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ecently, Grand Valley State University has announced the names of New Buffalo and Three Oaks students who were placed on the dean’s list for the fall 2015 semester concluding in December.

The list includes those students who have maintained a 3.5 grade point average and been enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits. The honor is noted on the students’ official records.

Grand Valley is dedicated to providing a rich learning environment for students, offering a wide range of majors and hands-on research opportunities. Highly credentialed and responsive faculty and individual advisors and mentors promote a liberal arts emphasis that teaches students critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Students from New Buffalo included Samuel J. Bartelmay, Emily K. Donnelly, Blair P. Folino, Viktorija Ukelis and Shannon K. Van Pelt. Students from Three Oaks included Nathan J. Bartos, Allison N. Collins, Brittney R. DesLauries and Kristoffer P. Jackson. — Staff reports

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isitors to the Shelf Ice Brew Fest lucked out this year when it ended up being 60 degrees for the annual outdoor event. People from across the country and as far away as the Canadian Providence of Quebec came for the event. Everyone got their own personal beer glass decorated with the event logo, which they were able to use to sample as many beers as they could within the event’s four hour timespan.

Various food trucks lined the street, as well as assorted fire pits (for those who still thought it was cold), life size ice sculptures, a merchandise tent and a plethora of beer from more than 30 breweries. The event is put on by the Michigan City Main Street Association, a non-profit organization that is focused on rejuvenating downtown Michigan City. All proceeds from the Brew Fest went toward funding other downtown events, improvements and initiatives.

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Crawfish boil and a taste of the Big Easy

Dan Ross dishes up the Crawfish boil

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artygoers to the American Legion Post 204 Mardi Gras bash were treated to a taste of everything Cajun on the night of Saturday, Feb. 25, in Three Oaks. Local cooks Dave and Gloria Thomas, Dan and Carol Ross, Tina Olson and their crew served up the best in authentic creole cuisine in a hall decked out in celebration of Mardi Gras, New Orleans-style.

Fresh crawfish and shrimp were flown in from New Orleans and Italian meats, cheeses and bread were brought in from Chicago to create the feast. A traditional sea food boil of crawfish, shrimp, scallops, sweet corn and red potatoes took center stage, with diners enjoying a full menu of Louisiana cuisine, including: numerous Jambalayas, hush puppies and catfish, gumbo and corn bread, black beans and dirty rice, catfish Po’ Boys and muffuletta sandwiches.

Homemade bread pudding with raisins and banana pudding and King Cupcakes topped off the meal. Dan said the muffuletta sandwich is the quintessential New Orleans sandwich made with Genoa Salami, capocollo and provolone cheese, with a tangy olive salad piled onto a sturdy Italian bread. Dan said he and the kitchen crew prepared 30 pounds of Andouille sausage, in seven different flavors, which were flown in from the Big Easy; in addition, they cooked more than 20 pounds of catfish and 35 pounds of shrimp to create the creole feast. Guests danced off the meal to the sound of Ol’ Style band, while others bid on silent auction gifts, gift certificates and homemade bakery items.

The fifty-fifty raffle was a big success, with lucky winner Meg Killips taking home half the pot at $425. Dan gave a big shout-out to all the volunteers and supporters and the many retailers, merchants and friends that supported the event with silent auction donations. The annual event is a fundraiser for college scholarships, which are awarded each year to students living in the River Valley School District. It was anticipated that this, the event’s eighth year, was the biggest turnout yet, and hopefully the most rewarding.

Elizabeth Larsen, Joan Brown and Marlene Kramer

Gloria Thomas and Tina Olson

Hortencia Eudave, Nick Alleruzzo, Carol, Dan and Danielle Ross with Devin Levigne

Phil Adamski bids for dinner

Steve Hamann and Gary Roberts

Dave and Liz Flick with Beth and Tom Tompkins

Judith Raziunas

Meg Kippips with winning ticket

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here will be a Bag Sale at the Harbor Country Emergency Food Pantry and Thrift Shop Tuesday through Saturday, March 1-5. All regular clothing that fits in a bag will cost $2. Other good buys will include collectibles, household ware and linens. The shop is located in Three Oaks at 6 South Elm Street and is open Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — staff reports

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public notices NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP 2016 NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Review will meet at the temporary offices of New Buffalo Township, 200 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, Michigan 49117, to examine and review the 2016 assessment roll. The board will convene on the following dates for the hearing of appeals of assessments or taxable values, property exemptions, parcel classification appeals and/ or current year qualified agricultural denials:

color, national origin, sex or disability.

American with Disabilities (ADA) Notice The township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/ hearing upon seven-(7) days notice to New Buffalo Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact New Buffalo Township by writing or calling.

Paul Oselka New Buffalo Township Clerk 17425 Red Arrow Highway New Buffalo, MI 49117 269.469.1011

Tuesday, March 8, 2016, 9:00 am Organizational Meeting Monday, March 14, 2016, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Tuesday, March 15, 2016, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP, BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN

and on such additional days as required to hear all persons who have given notice of the desire to be heard until assessment rolls have been revised, corrected and approved.

CONCERNING ADOPTION OF THE CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY DEVELOPMENT AND TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED; letter appeals will be accepted and must be received no later than 4:00 pm March 15, 2016.

Tentative ratios and estimated multipliers for 2016 are as follows: Agricultural 50% 1.0 Commercial 50% 1.0 Industrial 50% 1.0 Residential 50% 1.0 Personal Property 50% 1.0 Tentative equalization factor of 1.0000 for all classes is expected after completion of Board of Review.

Rosann Dudiak, Supervisor New Buffalo Township David Roenicke, Assessor New Buffalo Township New Buffalo Township Board Meetings are open to all without regard to race,

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the of New Buffalo Township will hold a public hearing on 21st day of March, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. local time, at the Township Hall located at 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, Michigan, 49117 to receive public comment concerning the approval and adoption of the New Buffalo Township Corridor Improvement Authority Development Plan and Tax Increment Financing Plan, prepared in accordance with the provisions of Public Act 280 of 2005, as amended.

If the plan is approved the Corridor Improvement Authority will use tax increment revenue, in combination with other funds, to implement certain infrastructure improvements, provide assistance to businesses and complete other actions for the benefit of businesses and properties located in the district illustrated on the attached map titled CIA District. No residential property is to be affected

nor acquired under the terms of the Development Plan.

At the public hearing, all citizens, taxpayers, and officials from any taxing jurisdiction whose millage may be become subject to capture will be afforded an opportunity to be heard.

Written comments may be submitted by mail or in person until 4:00 p.m. of the date of the public hearing at the Township Hall. All written comments will be read at the public hearing and entered in the official hearing minutes.

Further information may be obtained from and a copy of the proposed plan may be inspected at the Township during normal business hours.

Paul Oselka, Township Clerk

from Tony Maxson from the Planning Commission.

Appointed Vanessa Thun to the Board of Review for a one year term.

Tabled making an appointment to the Planning Commission until the next meeting.

Went into Closed Session – MCL 15.268(e) To consult with City Attorney regarding trial or settlement strategy in connection with the specific pending litigation of City of New Buffalo v. New Buffalo Planning Commission, et al. and Pending Ordinance Enforcement Case.

Resolution to follow the recommendations of the City Attorney’s regarding the pending litigation with the City of New Buffalo v. The New Buffalo Planning Commission and the pending Ordinance Enforcement cases.

DETAILS ON ALL ITEMS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE

New Buffalo City Council Meeting Synopsis A regular meeting of the City Council was held on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Approved the Date, Time and Location of the Council meetings for 2016 which is the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Tabled approving the Council Rules and Procedures that were presented until next month.

Approved the application from 301 W. Buffalo St. for a Class C License to be considered for approval from the LCC. Set the beach passes for the 2016 season as the same as last year as recommended.

Set the boat launch prices for the 2016 season as the same as last year as recommended.

Accepted the resignation

Summary contains only City Council action. Discussion items by council and citizens are not included.

Details on Council meetings may be obtained from the City Clerk’s office, on the city’s website or a video of the entire meeting may be viewed on the city’s website: www.cityofnewbuffalo.org.

You may also contact the City Clerk at 269-469-1500.

februarymarch 2016 Sunday, FEBRUARY 28 Emerging Artist Series w/ James Neary & Brittany Lee Moffitt 5PM

Thursday, MARCH 3 Open Mic Night 8PM

Friday, MARCH 4 Grammy-Nominated Bluegrass The Special Concensus 8PM

Saturday, MARCH 5 Crystal Bowersox 8PM

Friday, MARCH 11 Open Mic Night 8PM

Friday, MARCH 18 Heart Like a Wheel:

NOTICE OF PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP

No Fuss & Feathers

The Pubic Accuracy Test for the March 8, 2016 Presidential Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, Michigan.

8PM

This test is held to demonstrate that all votes cast in the election will be accurately counted by the electronic tabulating equipment.

Paul Oselka New Buffalo Township Clerk

Celebrates Linda Ronstadt

Saturday, MARCH 19 Beggars Banquet— Rolling Stones Tribute 8PM

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FREE FOOD FOR LOW INCOME RESIDENTS OF CHIKAMING, NEW BUFFALO, and THREE OAKS TOWNSHIPS

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Distribution starts at 3:30 p.m. and is sponsored by The Pokagon Fund.

— Staff Reports

NOW EVERY TUESDAY • 5-10PM Authentic Mexican street tacos served ala carte on housemade corn tortillas and unexpected tequila-inspired cocktails. Brought to you by Oaxaca native, Chef Alberto Ilescas.

VEGETARIAN kale, chayote, avocado and black beans, with salsa verde and queso fresco TINGA DE POLLO slow braised chicken in tomato and chipotle, with cilantro and red cabbage AL PASTOR grilled pork and pineapple with chile de arbol salsa, cilantro and onion CARNITAS DE PUERCO slow braised pork, with mango pico de gallo, pasilla pepper salsa, pickled red onion and cilantro BISTEC grilled steak, with salsa verde, cilantro and onion

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iane Bender, age 74, of Three Oaks, passed away peacefully, February 20, 2016 in her home, in Three Oaks, Michigan with all of her family by her side. She was a devout Christian, an active supporter of her church, and a lifelong area resident.

Diane was born April 9, 1941 in Sawyer, Michigan, the daughter of Rhinehold and Pauline Krone. She was the youngest daughter of four children. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sawyer, Michigan. Diane attended grade school at Trinity Lutheran in Sawyer and high school in New Troy, Michigan, where she met the love of her life, Richard Bender Sr. They married on August 31, 1958, and resided in Sawyer, Michigan, where they began their family life together. They raised five beautiful children, four daughters and one son and enjoyed 57 years together as husband and wife. Once the children were raised, Diane enjoyed helping others as a nurse’s aide at Jordan’s Nursing Home in Bridgman, Michigan. Diane will be remembered first and foremost for her faith in her Lord and Savior, second her love for her family and Pastor Lett. She loved gardening, canning, and reading everything. Her favorite holidays were Easter and Christmas. Every year she would make each of her children a bag with their names on it, full of presents, along with notes in each of them. She loved Sudoku and playing her handheld game, Solitaire.

Diane will be greatly missed by family and friends. Diane is survived by her husband Richard Sr; her daughters: Renda (Joseph) DeMorrow, Cindy (Jack Forker Jr) Bender, Shannon (Robert) Milliken; her son Richard (Sherrie) Bender II; her six grandchildren: Kyriea, Dylan, Aaron, Richard III, Sophia and David; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Diane is preceded in death by her parents, her brother Harold Krone, sister Ruth Grynwich, and her daughter Rebecah Moyer.

Family and friends will gather Friday, February 26, 2016 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks, MI 49128. The Funeral Service will be held Saturday, February 27, 2016, at 11:00 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 5791 Sawyer Road, Sawyer, MI 49125.

The Reverend Randy Lett will be officiating.

Diane will be laid to rest in Riverside Cemetery, Chikaming Township, Michigan.

The family prefers contributions be made in Diane’s memory to: Trinity Lutheran Church, 5791 Sawyer Road, Sawyer, MI 49125; or: Hospice at Home, 4025 Health Park Lane, St Joseph, MI 49085.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks, MI 49128.

Please share a memory or a message online at www.wagnercares.com.

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Elegant “Mixer with a Twist”

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esa Luna, one of the leading upscale restaurants of Harbor Country, graciously hosted the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce’s “Mixer with a Twist” Thursday, Feb. 18. Denise Luna, coowner, and her husband Sam, warmly welcomed the 100 Chamber members into this exceptional atmosphere for dining and good spirits. With its crackling fireplace and stunning artworks, the lovely main dining room was dedicated to the Chamber. The exclusive Sonoma Valley red and white wines were served in sparkling stemware.

Gourmet appetizers were presented beautifully in a buffet Chuck Garasic, David Aaker, Mark Kroll and Rich Kochanny in the center of the magnificent room. Viki Gudas, Executive Director, gave a brief report to members. She said that members should get their last minute ads into the Visitor’s Guide, as there were only 22 hours left before closing. “The Guide is our largest revenue producer,” said Gudas. Gudas announced the closing of Red Arrow Highway from Warren Woods Road to Sawyer Road from April 1 to July 4. Gudas said she will keep membership apprised of any and all plans to alleviate the affect to businesses. Mary Brown Jacquelyn Schiewe and Denise Luna Brian McMahon and Senator John Proos of Hearthwood Furniture is chairperson for the plans and can be reached at 269-4695551. Gudas also announced the “Lunch and Learn” program with Marcy Colclough, who will be talking about new nature trails for walking, hiking and pedaling on March 18. While there’s no charge for the talk, for those wishing to have lunch, the cost is $10. Please call for reservations. Mixing and mingling is always the order of the day at these mixers, and this 30 N Whittaker St • Open Dailycrowd shines at sharing their business acumen with each Eileen Kochanny and Rick Scanlon Karen Poff and Barbara Price other and new members.

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— Lao Tzu

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Groundskeeper Garden, lawn, equipment maintenance, supervise crew, security, other duties.

40 hr week April-October. Wages negotiable, paid bi-weekly. Mail resume to Friendship Gardens, PO Box 8834, Michigan City, IN 46361 or email internationalfriendshipgardens@yahoo. com. No phone calls please.

Accounting help Wanted Accounting. Quick Books online Phone/text (269) 876-7452

Ad Sales Person Wanted Outdoor Advertising Markets: New Buffalo, La Porte, Michigan City, Bridgman, St. Joseph, MI Phone/text (269) 876-7452

CARING DRIVERS WANTED Transport people to preschedule medical appoints in Berrien County, Michigan and beyond. Must have reliable 4-door vehicle, cell phone, access to email or fax. Great way to supplement social security, disability or pension income.

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Used vinyl tarps available great for covering hay, wood, pond liner, etc.

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By Stephanie Holland, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist

our annual tax filing deadline is fast approaching. If you receive Social Security benefits, one of the documents you need to file your federal income tax return is your Social Security Benefit Statement (Form SSA1099/1042S).

Your Social Security benefits may be Question: I’m retiring early, at taxable. This includes monthly retirement, age 62, and I receive investment survivor, and disability benefits. About oneincome from a rental property I third of people receiving Social Security own. Does investment income benefits must pay taxes on some of these count as earnings? Answer: benefits, depending on the amount of No. We count only the wages their taxable income. This usually happens you earn from a job or your net if you have other substantial income — profit if you’re self-employed. such as wages, self-employment, interest, Non-work income such as dividends, and other taxable income that annuities, investment income, must be reported on your tax return — in interest, capital gains, and other government benefits are not addition to your Social Security benefits. counted and will not affect your You will never have to pay taxes on more Social Security benefits. Most than 85 percent of your Social Security pensions will not affect your benefits, based on Internal Revenue Service benefits. However, your benefit (IRS) rules. may be affected by government To find out if you must pay taxes on your pensions earned through work benefits, you will need your Social Security on which you did not pay Social Benefit Statement (Form SSA-1099/1042S).

Security tax. You can retire online You should automatically receive it in at www.socialsecurity.gov. For the mail each January. It shows the total more information, call us toll-free amount of benefits you received from Social at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800Security in the previous year so you know 325-0778). how much Social Security income to report to the IRS on your tax return. The benefit Question: I was turned down statement is not available for people who for disability. Do I need a lawyer receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), to appeal? Answer: You’re entitled to hire an attorney if you as SSI payments are not taxable. wish to, but it is not necessary.

Social Security makes it easy to obtain a And, you can file a Social Security replacement benefit statement if you didn’t appeal online without a lawyer. receive one or misplaced it. You can get Our online appeal process is a replacement easily by using your secure convenient and secure. Just online my Social Security account. If you go to www.socialsecurity.gov/ don’t already have an account, you can create disability/appeal. If you prefer, one in minutes. Follow the link below to the call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY my Social Security page, and select “Sign In 1-800-325-0778) to schedule an or Create an Account.” Once you are logged appointment to visit your local in, select the “Replacement Documents” tab Social Security office to appeal. to obtain your replacement 1099 or 1042S benefit statement. You can also use your personal my Social Security account to keep track of your earnings each year, manage your benefits, and more.

With a my Social Security account, gathering your Social Security information for tax season has never been easier. Open your own personal my Social Security account today at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.

Stephanie Holland is the Public Affairs Specialist for West Michigan.

You can write her c/o Social Security Administration, 455 Bond St, Benton Harbor MI 49022 or via email at stephanie.holland@ssa.gov.

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february 25-march 1, 2016 as interpreted by Sandy “star” Bendt

Aries March 21—April 19 If there are some things you would like to talk to friends about, this is the week to confront them. It is important that you accept differing views and opinions, no matter how much they differ from your intellectual agenda. Perhaps the differences will open up both of your perceptions.

Libra September 23—October 22 Creative breaks will facilitate the insight needed to solve some of your more complicated work problems. If things are starting to get too technical or complicated take a break. When you take your mind off of your work, you just might have that eureka moment, where things all fall into place.

Taurus April 20—May 20 Situations will arise this week that will require you to become much more cautious about mixing your career and private lives. Be sure your actions are in line with the things you are saying and projecting. Maintaining your integrity is key. Be honest, without being so public about it.

Scorpio October 23—November 21 It is important you let other people stand on their own, and deal with the decisions they have made. As much as you would like to save them from pain or heartache, it would be wiser to let them deal with it themselves. It’s a thing called tough love. Let them take responsibility for their actions.

Gemini May 21—June 21 If you have been thinking of taking classes, or furthering any area of study, now is the time to do it. Your mental abilities are being activated. Your mind is charged and ready to put together scientific details and recall all pertinent information Fire up the computer, and start researching.

Sagittarius November 22—December 21 You are beginning to take life more seriously. In some ways you are detaching from others and embracing the fact that you are the only one who knows what is best for you. Many times in the past you have asked for help, but this time you are ready to face it head on, and in your own way.

Cancer June 22—July 22 Your psychic abilities are going to be up this week, giving you the ability to see to the heart of people’s issues. Actions will give a much more accurate picture than people’s words now. You cannot really help someone unless they start being honest with themselves. Don’t go there.

Capricorn December 22—January 19 You tend to keep your problems to yourself and prefer to work alone when dealing with important projects, but this week you will see the value in enlisting the help of others. You can certainly handle this on your own, but it will get done much faster with the help from friends.

Leo July 23—August 22 There is a need to solve problems on your own this week. Even though you have a strong support system, and there are many people who have ideas, or opinions about what is your best course of action, you will ultimately feel more comfortable following your own solutions.

Aquarius January 20—February 18 This week you will be exceptionally outgoing and influential. Eloquent and charming, you will be able to make advances socially.

Just be sure you are acting in integrity when dealing with admirers. Whether you realize it or not you have a following. They are watching and imitating you.

Virgo August 23—September 22 A sense of harmony will be felt personally and professionally this week, giving you the confidence to perfect your plans and ideas.

Really dig into the research now. Investigate all aspects and possibilities. Do not underestimate the power of positive thought and intention.

Pisces February 19—March 20 This week will start off rather gloomy. It will be hard for you to express yourself and you could be prone to seclusion, but this won’t last long. You are in position for a nice solar pick up. You will feel more invigorated and hopeful by weeks end. Let the sun shine and get ready to stretch your wings.

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police blotter february 13-19, 2016 FEBRUARY 13 Property Damage Accident Call out DPW False Alarm Amtrak Spotting/Assist Other Agency Dog Bite FEBRUARY 14 Pokagon Tribal Police/Assist Other Agency False Alarm Medic 1/Assist Other Agency FEBRUARY 15 Call out DPW Medic 1/Assist Other Agency Warrant Arrest FEBRUARY 16 Medic 1/Assist Other Agency (x2) FEBRUARY 17 Domestic Dispute Background Investigation/Employment NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency Medic 1/Assist Other Agency FEBRUARY 18 Warrant Arrest Assault & Battery Investigation Welfare Check (x2) Belated Domestic Violence Investigation FEBRUARY 19 Suspicious Situation/Open Door General Assist Trespassing/Arrest Civil Dispute

please send us event info at info@newbuffalotimes.com compiled by linda henderson

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

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

All are welcome.

EVERY FRIDAY

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

EVERY 1st & 3Rd FRIDAY

FISH FRY 5-9PM. American Legion Post #169.

New Buffalo.

EVERY SATURDAY

CHIKAMING ICE RINK PARTY 6:30-8:30PM. Chikaming Township Park.

13537 Red Arrow Hwy. Harbert.

269-469-1676. www.chikamingtownship.org.

Enjoy food, drink and a glowing fire.

The party will be under the pavilion in bad weather.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24

BENTWOOD TAVERN GIVE-BACK DINNER —UNITY FOUNDATION OF LA PORTE 5-10PM. Marina Grand Resort. 600 W Water St. New Buffalo. 269-469-9900. www.marinagrandresort.com.

Dine in support of important community nonprofits, when 50% of all food and beverage revenue is donated. Unity Foundation is dedicated to strengthening the La Porte County community through building permanent endowments and being a catalyst for social and economic vitality. Reservations suggested.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26

JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS IN CONCERT 9PM. Four Winds Casino and Resort/ Silver Creek Event Center. 11111 Wilson Rd. New Buffalo. 800-745-3000.

Ticket prices start at $65 plus applicable fees. Hotel and Dining packages are available through Ticketmaster.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26-28

BLUE MOON VINTAGE MARKET 10AM-6PM. 16860 Three Oaks Rd. Three

Oaks. 219-851-0900. facebook.com/ bluemoonvintagemarket.com

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27

NEW TROY INDOOR FLEA MARKET 9AM-3PM. New Troy Community Center.

13372 California Rd. New Troy. 773-2751514.

The Market is chock-full of treasures, including antiques, tools, crafts, books, memorabilia, housewares, furniture and more. There is something for everyone! A hot tasty lunch will be available for sale. Admission is free.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28

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FLAG DAY KICK OFF PARTY FOR VOLUNTEERS 2-4PM. Nelson’s Bar and Grill. 18 N Elm. Three Oaks www.threeoaksflagsday.com.

The Three Oaks Flag Day Committee is searching for individuals to help organize and execute the 2016 Three Oaks Flag Day Weekend and Parade. For more information contact Brittney at threeoaksflagdaycommittee@gmail.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 4

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

N Franklin St. Michigan City. www.uptownartsdistrict.org.

Art galleries, shops and boutiques along N Franklin St are open until 9PM. The Lubeznik Center, 101 W Second Street, 5-8PM. Open Mic hosted by Tim Rounds. Register by March 1 to participate. Admission is free. 9-12PM Wine down at Maxine’s Restaurant and Bistro.

No cover charge.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9

NEW BUFFALO SERVICE LEAGUE 6:30PM. Bentwood Marina Grand Resort.

600 Water St. New Buffalo.

Guests are welcome to attend the dinner and meeting. If you are interested in attending or joining the organization, please make reservations, by calling Nancy Gino at 269469-1364 or Paula Dudiak at 269-426-3431.

The information for these events is correct, as of the Tuesday before publication date.

Please contact the events listed with any questions. And please send us any events at info@newbuffalotimes.com. Deadlines are the Fridays before the following week’s publication.

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