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Planning Commission coverage from new chairs to City case pages 4 & 5 February goes out like a lion with quick blizzard page 6 Retired New Buffalo doctor reflects on long medical career page 7

Bison boys basketball defeats Bridgman page 10

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Post card from South Carolina: “Music can penetrate the soul without permission” Bishop Blue The snow was falling in Harbor Country as Mary Dunbar and I were exploring the sunny streets of Charleston and the Magnolia plantation before venturing inland to Myrtle Beach, Marion and Mullens, South Carolina.

Though I fell in love with Charleston, the most memorable hours were spent in Marion at the opera house.

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The spirit of music was the only freedom the enslaved folks had to hold on to and to express their pain, wisdom and courage. Though most were not allowed to learn to read or write, the music was spread

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he New Buffalo DDA was formed by the City Council under the State’s Downtown Development Authority Act. The DDA captures funds that would normally leave the community for the state, instead rerouting them to be spent exclusively within our downtown at the discretion of the DDA Board.

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Pat Fisher elected to Chair Planning Commission Ray Kirkus elected Vice Chair

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at Fisher was elected the new Chairman of the New Buffalo Planning Commission at their rescheduled meeting Monday, February 22. Ray Kirkus was selected as Vice Chairman and Larry Bernstein will serve as secretary.

In opening the nominations for Chairman, both Fisher and Kirkus were nominated to fill the seat.

In a surprise move, an audience member, Carole Balzekas, also nominated herself to serve as the chair, but her nomination was not allowed, since she was not a member of the commission.

Before the final vote was taken, member Debra Cronin made a statement regarding the qualifications of her fellow board members. She said she had concerns about the Planning Commission going forward, saying that she joined the board the first of the year to work in a positive manner as a team and she had hoped to see progress. She added, “Since my appointment I have not observed anything like that.” She further stated that a chair person should not be self-serving, should built consensus and manage relationships and emotions with fellow board members. She stated that she did not feel Kirkus could do that.

“I may explore other options where I can add value.

If Mr. Kirkus is elected; I will have to resign,” she said.

Member Ralph Hullet said he felt Kirkus was a great asset to the commission and he wished she would reconsider her position, adding, “There is quite a gap of opinions (on the board).”

Kirkus later nominated Cronin for the position of secretary, but she declined, saying, “I’m not prepared to accept the position.”

Bernstein was then nominated and won by a vote of five yeas to one nay, with Bernstein voting nay.

Fisher received four yeah votes and two nay votes for the Chair position. Ralph Hullet and Debra Cronin voted nay with Pat Vaughan, Larry Bernstein, Ray Kirkus and Pat Fisher voting yea. Kirkus received four nays votes in his nomination for Chair, with one yea from Hullet. Kirkus abstained.

Pat Vaughan nominated Kirkus for Vice Chair and explained why he did not support him for the Chairman seat.

“I feel Kirkus brings enthusiasm and his heart and soul,” he said, adding that he thought Fisher was “a voice of reason and was not harsh at times.”

In the vote for Vice Chair, Kirkus received four yeah votes, with two nay votes cast by Larry Bernstein and Debra Cronin.

Fisher is the third Chair to sit at the helm of the Planning Commission in the past year. On Jan. 26, Tony Maxson resigned from the position after chairing one meeting. Rich Shoemaker resigned a week earlier, Jan. 18 after replacing Sharyn O’Mara, who abruptly left the February 2015 Planning Commission meeting. All three former chairpersons also vacated their commission seats upon their

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In other business, the Planners voted to table approval of minutes from six previous meetings dating back to Nov. 10, 2015, due to numerous changes proposed by member Kirkus. A number of members voiced their concerns that they did not understand what all the changes were and requested that he submit the changes to them in writing before the next meeting for their review.

During the Public Comment session, Township resident and City property owner Rubia Jasinevicius addressed the members with her ongoing concerns regarding the legalities of the Planned Unit Development (PUB) located between Merchant and Mechanic streets at Taylor Street, known as Merchant Street Cottages. In reading her concerns, which she recently sent to City Manager Rob Anderson and the City Council members, she requested that the items be added to next meeting’s agenda. She said she began voicing her concerns regarding City protocol as far back as 2006. Among her concerns, she claims the PUD had been falsely misrepresented to the City and Planning Commission on four separate occasions since its inception in 2006. She also expressed her feelings that the PUD did not meet the seven acre requirement, and that the recently constructed swimming pool “is situated directly on the Taylor Street right-of-way.” She criticized the unsupervised re-paving of Taylor Street, as well as questioned the extension of Mechanic Street to the east of her property. She also stated her belief that the PUD encroaches on the Amtrak right-of-way curve. (See: “Amtrak Legal,” New Buffalo Times, Jan. 29, 2016) Balzekas also addressed the members, congratulating them on their new offices and stating her love for the City and her hope that future plans would consider the history of the town. She stated that everyone on the board and the City staff should work together, be held accountable and have high moral standards, adding that “Nobody wins by talking war.”

“Plans have come and gone, we need to move forward,” she said, and offered the use of her property, the original 1936 Welcome Center on West U.S.12, to the City for its use.

After the lengthy meeting, the members went into closed session with Attorney Michael Homier to discuss pending litigation involving a lawsuit filed against the Planning Commission by the City of New Buffalo and Buffalo Trading Company, LLC and Grand Variety, Inc. (New Buffalo Pharmacy) and Home Town Pharmacy.

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omier, who appeared to be representing the Planning Commission, was previously disallowed as their legal representative by the City Council.

Following his attendance and participation at a Planning Commission meeting Jan. 20, the City Council held a special meeting Saturday, Jan. 23, to “authorize funding for the Planning

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Commission to hire an attorney, within the following limits to be specified by Council: a. No attorney with a conflict of interest, b. Reasonable rates and set a limit on legal costs.”

The Councils adopted Resolution read, in part, as follows: “Council has been advised of Attorney Homier’s a prior engagement as an attorney representing P the business interests of Ray Wojdula (owner of a New Buffalo Pharmacy) and Buffalo Trading in litigation in 2015. Buffalo Trading and Mr. Wojdula t are the applicants for the Special Land Use Permit a Application at issue in the litigation we are faced with,t in which Homier seeks to represent the Planning s Commission.* Homer’s firm, Foster, Swift, Collins and Smith, c P.C. of Grand Rapids, Mi. has completed a merger M agreement and will formally merge with the a DeFrancesco law firm, (DeFrancesco, Dienes & Smith P PLLC) in February 2016. This puts two attorneys p of a merged firm in the position of representing C two different parties in the same case. DeFrancesco b representing Buffalo Trading and Homier representing the Planning Commission.” t Therefore, City Council will not appropriate funds B for representation of the Planning Commission by F Homier or any attorney of the Foster, Swift, (et al) c firm or the DeFrancesco law firm.”

After the one-hour closed session, the Planners a returned and voted unanimously in support of a t motion: “To direct the Planning Commission attorney as discussed in closed session.” They made no further p comment on the matter.

Due to the late hour, the members voted to table all R other agenda items until a future meeting, including $ a review of the by-laws, role and duties of the a Commission, a discussion of budgetary items and a a discussion of a Master Plan subcommittee. Member l Kirkus distributed his comments regarding the current bylaws, which he said were “vague, out of date and C unclear.” He requested the members review them and m add their comments before the next meeting March 1. H Prior to adjournment, City Manager Anderson o addressed the board and advised them that he was t able to schedule a workshop for Tuesday, March 8, a with Houseal and Lavigne Associates for the purpose of reviewing the recently submitted drafted Master h Plan. He stated that John Houseal would be in attendance. He said that having Houseal present was b the most efficient way to review the draft document, C since he had drafted it. He added that this is the first j review session and if need be, more workshops could h be scheduled. Public meetings will also be held in the future to allow for community input. The workshop s will be schedule for a two-hour period and take place i somewhere other than the City Hall chambers, which t will be in use for the Presidential Primary elections. m The time and location of the workshop will be posted on the City website, www.cityofnewbuffalo.org. p *Court overruled on Feb. 29. See p.5 w

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City vs. Planning Commission case continues

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errien County Circuit Court Judge John A. Donohue heard motions Monday, January 29, submitted by attorneys representing the parties in a law suit filed by the City of New Buffalo on Dec. 22, against the New Buffalo Planning Commission and by Defendants, Counter-Claimants and Third Party Plaintiffs Buffalo Trading, LLC, Grand Variety, Inc., and Home Town Pharmacy, Inc., Defendants, Counter-Claimants and Third Party Plaintiffs, against the City of New Buffalo, Plaintiff, Appellant, Counter-Defendant and New Buffalo Planning Commission, Defendant/Appellee.

Immediately following the opening of the hearing, Judge Donohue requested that the five attorneys present gather in his chambers for a private meeting. After approximately 20 minutes behind closed doors, all of the parties returned to the courtroom where Judge Donohue ruled on some of the motions that were scheduled to be heard.

The first motion for a Preliminary Injunction was postponed until the next court hearing, which is scheduled for Monday, March 28. The original Injunction Motion was filed January 20, 2016, by Buffalo Trading, LLC, Grand Variety, Inc., and Home Town Pharmacy, Inc., Defendants, Counter-Claimants and Third Party Plaintiffs, for a temporary restraining order and an order to show cause as to why a preliminary injunction should not be issued that named the New Buffalo Planning Commission Defendant/Appellee. This motion stopped all corrective action from being taken, by any of the parties named, until the issue is heard by the courts.

The judge then ruled on two separate motions to disqualify the legal counsel for two different parties, the New Buffalo Planning Commission and the City of New Buffalo. The Planning Commission was represented by Michael Homier of the firm Foster, Swift, Collins and Swift. The firm of Kotz, Sangster, Wysocki, P.C. was the counsel for the plaintiffs (City of New Buffalo).

On each dismissal motion Judge Donohue ruled to dismiss the motion which allowed both law firms to continue to represent their clients. He said he didn’t feel there was a conflict of interest on either side.

He also ruled on the manner of payment review and dollar amount allowable for payment of legal fees to Attorney Homier’s firm, Foster Swift, et al.

The judge agreed to set the hourly rate, as approved by the City Council in a Resolution adopted on January 23; the Planning Commission attorney will be paid $210 per hour, which is the same rate the city pays their attorney. The resolution also appropriated an amount not to exceed $15,000, for reasonable costs and attorney’s fees for attorney representation of the Planning Commission in the lawsuit. That figure will also stand, at this time.

Homier requested that his itemized legal bills be presented to the City Planning Commission for their approval and once approved one summarized, non-itemized monthly bill would be submitted to the City Council for their approval and payment.

He said this would protect his attorney/client privilege. City Attorney Matt Derby objected to non-itemized bills. He said, “I have a major problem with this.” He said that it was asking the council to approve payment for something that was not itemized and asking them for the expenditure of public funds with no idea what was going on.

Homier voiced his concern that the City Council could cause a delay of payment and hew said the money had already been approved by the counsel in their resolution.

The judge stated the $15,000 allocated for payment of legal fees was “not carte blanche”, with no oversight. Donohue then suggested that after the Planning Commissioners approved the bills the bills would be sent to him to review for justification of appropriate fees. He said that he can turn the bills around in 24 hours for payment by the City. Derby and Homier agreed to this remedy.

Prior to adjournment, Judge Donohue urged all of the parties involved in the law suit to come to an agreement. He said, “I urge all of the parties to work through the issues and come to a resolution.” He added that the case is not a beneficial use of tax dollars or beneficial to the people of New Buffalo. He said that they should all make every effort to find a resolution to the matter, in the best interest of the city.

No suggestions were made as to what resolutions may be brought by any of the parties. The next hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, March 29, where the Judge would like to hear that a resolution has been reached.

The initial suit was filed December 22, 2015 by the City of New Buffalo against the New Buffalo Planning Commission based on the lack of procedures followed by the Planning Commission when they approved a Special Land Use for a drive-up window for New Buffalo Pharmacy at their Dec. 1, 2015 meeting. Since that time the business was sold to Home Town Pharmacy, who together with Buffalo Trading and Grand Variety, Inc. (dba New Buffalo Pharmacy) filed an Injunctions Motion in the matter on Jan 20, 2016.

The following attorneys were present at the hearing: Mathew S. Derby and John E. Dewane of Kotz, Sangster, Wysocki P.C, attorneys for the City of New Buffalo. Brian Doyle, attorney for Buffalo Trading, LLC and Grand Variety, Inc. Craig H. Lubben of Miller Johnson, attorney for Home Town Pharmacy, Inc. and Michael Homier of Foster, Swift, Collins and Swift, attorney for City of New Buffalo Planning Commission.

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Thursday, March 3, 2016

February goes out like a lion

Blizzard Conditions Reported Throughout the Region

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severe weather alert was issued for Berrien and St. Joseph counties in Michigan and for all of La Porte County in Indiana Wednesday, Feb. 24, lasting through Thursday at 5 p.m. Feb. 25.

Snow began steadily coming down Wednesday morning in New Buffalo and the surrounding area and continued throughout the day and night, with some light interruptions, until mid-morning Thursday. The snow and high winds made travel difficult and dangerous throughout Harbor Country and northwest Indiana, forcing the closure of some area roads and causing many business closures and event cancellations.

The City of New Buffalo Street and Parks Department crews worked throughout the blizzard to clear the streets, as did the county and state road crews. At times, the snow was coming down so fast it looked as if nothing had been plowed.

The Parks Department also plowed the walking routes to the schools and kept the Amtrak platform clear for train patrons. As the skies cleared on Friday, street department crews, who had all the City streets cleared, were shoveling crosswalks and some sidewalk areas on North Whittaker Street.

Many local businesses closed early to allow their employees to get home at a safe hour. Villa Nova Pizzeria in New Buffalo was the only place open for the evening, and their patrons appreciated a place to dine and socialize. All of the downtown restaurants, Barney’s and the Drug Store, and even the 24 hour McDonald’s off of Exit 1 and I-94, closed early. Basketball games were cancelled as were other events.

Schools closed early Wednesday and all day Thursday.

Initial snow accumulation forecasts were for 8 to 12 inches, but New Buffalo reportedly saw approximately 4 to 5 inches while areas to the south got much more snow coverage. The Weather Channel reported 7 to 14 inches in some areas of Michigan and Northwest Indiana.

As the weather system came out of the north, Lake Michigan really kicked up. Gale force winds whipped up waves, some reportedly 22-plus feet tall, in the middle of Lake Michigan. Shoreline waves were reportedly crashing in at more than 10-feet high along the southern shores of Lake Michigan on Wednesday and Thursday. NOA weather issued a gale warning on Wednesday for all of Lake Michigan from Manistee to the Michigan-Indiana border; they reported that the wave heights have rarely been recorded this high on Lake Michigan. The storm force winds on Wednesday night were expected to reach 63 mph out of the north with wave heights of 15-20 feet and the occasional 25-footer in parts of Lake Michigan and five nautical miles or more off the Michigan shore. According to the National Weather Service, 50 mph wind gusts and steady wind speeds of 45-50 mph were recorded beginning late Wednesday afternoon along the shore between South Haven and Michigan City, Indiana.

In New Buffalo, the harbor break wall was pounded by the waves as they furiously crashed over it. Much of the

lakefront area has a substantial ice shelf jutting out into the lake which helped protect the homes and shoreline from substantial erosion.

Travel advisories were issued for every county in the area.

Hazardous conditions were reported throughout the area with drifting snow, high wind gusts and very slippery road conditions. Many vehicles were reported off the road or stranded on the snow-covered roads.

As part of the server weather alert, the Indiana Toll Road authorities issued a ban on semi-trucks through late Thursday afternoon. The ban included triples, long-doubles and oversize loads. Many restaurants and businesses in Michigan City were closed Thursday, but most businesses in New Buffalo reopened on Thursday.

Power repair crews were out in force all day Thursday repairing the damage caused by the heavy snow. Trees and power lines were weighted down and in some cases broke under the weight of the snow, causing power outages throughout the area. American Electric Power (AEP) reported 1,900 customers were without service in Berrien County, with expectations to restore power by noon on Friday. In Indiana, Northern Indiana Power (NIPCSO) reported more than 600 customers without power; NIPSCO reported they would have power restored by Thursday evening to most affected customers.

South Shore train service was suspended Thursday morning due to snow-related damage, leaving area commuters stranded. Officials reported that train services resumed Thursday afternoon, with the evening rush hour trains leaving downtown Chicago for stations along the route to Michigan City.

Amtrak reported some delays, but all trains were running throughout the storm. In New Buffalo, one Thursday morning passenger train was detained for about an hour as railroad crews adjusted the snow plow on the lead engine.

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evere weather conditions were not isolated to Michigan and Indiana, as Thursday, Feb, 25, CNN meteorologist Pedram Javaheri.reported 52 tornadoes had been reported across the country in two days. He said that according to a preliminary report from the National Weather Service, the East Coast has reported 16 tornadoes: eight in Virginia, five in North Carolina and three in Florida, during the past week. Another CNN meteorologist, Tom Sater added, “We’ve got massive winds right now that are still creating the blizzard conditions in the Great Lakes…This storm is massive in its size -- taking up a third of the country and it’s been a triple threat really.”

The weekend in New Buffalo brought warmer temperatures and sunshine. Friday temperatures remained in at freezing point but the sun was shining, the winds died down and the lake flattened out. Saturday temperatures were in the mid ‘40s, and Sunday saw 60 degrees with sunny skies melting the snow.

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Retired New Buffalo doctor reflects on long medical career

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ost children spend their entire childhoods deciding what they should be when they grow up. For Dr. David Kelsey, M.D., though, there were never any doubts in his mind.

“I never had any other goals – even in grade school, I knew I wanted to be a doctor,” sad Kelsey, who specializes in Family Medicine. “Luckily, it turned out okay.”

And after 42 years of being in the medical field, Kelsey is certain of something else: it’s time to leave.

“I’m not dreading it, I’m not looking forward to it,” he said of his impending retirement. “It’s just time.”

A 1966 New Buffalo High School graduate, Kelsey’s journey in the medical field began at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where he graduated from medical school in 1973. From there, he traveled to the University of Minnesota for his residency.

An outdoorsman with a love An outdoorsman with a love for for hunting and fishing, hunting and fishing, Kelsey said he Kelsey said he longed to longed to practice medicine in a small practice medicine in a small town. Soon, the opportunity arose to join town. Soon, the opportunity a group of three doctors in Frederic, a arose to join a group of three 1,000 resident, northern Wisconsin town doctors in Frederic, a 1,000 “with no stoplights” and that was “100 resident, northern Wisconsin miles from the nearest town.” town “with no stoplights” and As a result of being so removed from that was “100 miles from the civilization, the residents of Frederic nearest town.” As a result often relied on Kelsey for their medical of being so removed from needs. Still, Kelsey said he enjoyed the civilization, the residents opportunity to be hands-on, as he even of Frederic often relied on got to deliver some babies.

Kelsey for their medical “I got to be a real doctor,” he said. needs. Still, Kelsey said he In 1989, Kelsey closed his Wisconsin enjoyed the opportunity to be practice. Realizing that he wasn’t hands-on, as he even got to deliver some babies. “I got to “designed to be an employee” and work be a real doctor,” he said. for someone else, Kelsey searched for work in which he could be more in control. He found his answer in hair transplants.

“I met a guy from Florida who was developing hair transplant clinics, and he took me under his wing,” said Kelsey, adding that the procedure was a fairly new one at the time.

At one point, Kelsey owned hair transplant clinics around the country. When the man from Florida was tragically killed in a plane crash, though, Kelsey knew it was time to move on. He sold his clinics in the late ‘90s and soon returned to his hometown. Shortly after returning, Kelsey said he got the “wild idea to be a family doctor again.” He started working with Dr. Gene Hwang, another New Buffalo doctor. In 2007, he opened his own outpatient family practice again when the space became available at 5 West Madison Avenue.

More than everything else, Kelsey said it’s the people that he’ll miss the most after retiring.

“I like the patient contact,” said Kelsey.

Having started out in a small town, Kelsey said he couldn’t be happier to finish up the final leg of his medical career journey in the more than 2,000 resident community of New Buffalo.

“It’s been a fun last chapter for my career,” he said. “It’s a pretty nice way to end up, I think.”

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Jeff Tweedy performs (left); Commemorative Poster (center); Ibrahim Parlak, Livia and Michelle Gazollo, David Fink and Sandra Thompson (right)

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Ibrahim benefit rocks Acorn

tweedy plays solo set to supportive sold out crowd ith close to 40,000 people having pledged their support for Ibrahim Parlak on www.change. org, it was no great surprise that in like allegiance they flooded the Acorn Theater for Jeff Tweedy’s benefit concert the night of Friday, Feb. 26.

The concert sold out in three minutes.

With great demand for an intimate venue with Wilco’s frontman, there was also a need for extra security details.

A huge team of uniformed guards and plain-clothes security staff were employed for the event, and there were none too many. Sandra Thompson, Executive Director of the Acorn, said, “We have never seen anything like this!” More than 250 people took their seats in the theater, which called for extra seating with folding chairs in front of, and on either side of, the stage.

A full house, for certain.

A phalanx of admirers were already milling around the front doors. As soon as Ibrahim came into the lobby through the huge Acorn doors, he was blinded by no less than an explosion of flashes, as if a movie star had just arrived.

There was a star arriving, and that was Ibrahim.

Even Congressman Upton didn’t get nearly that much attention. One of Ibrahim’s most loyal supporters, Upton had made a trip from the south just in time to honor Parlak and to apprise him of the efforts being made on his behalf to end the deportation madness once and for all.

Commencing the concert, the iconic group took center stage with Ibrahim and his family, plus Acorn’s founder David Fink and Sandra Thompson.

Thompson was first to speak and graciously welcomed the audience with a few words, and then handed the mic

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to Livia Gozollo, Parlak’s daughter, quiet,” stating he had never played a who spoke briefly and with tenderness, show so close to a bed he owned, and stating “strength is in unity. We’ll indeed, fans have long awaited Union always be together.” Next was Michelle, Pier’s Tweedy to perform on home a key organizer for the entire evening, turf, something that “the frivolous who spoke eloquently in thanking the deportation of Ibrahim Parlak” inspired huge turnout in support of Ibrahim and him to do. gave a “thankDuring his you to Ibrahim rendition of “I’m for teaching us Trying to Break we belong to Your Heart,” the each other and whole audience we belong to joined in on the world.” She the final lyrics. then gave the Particularly felt microphone to was “You Are Not Ibrahim, and Alone,” a song the crowd went Tweedy wrote for wild as he tried Mavis Staples on to speak over the the same-titled din with passion album, which and with his everTweedy produced present smiling in Chicago. On Tweedy, on stage with a modest and handsome this heartfelt set of four guitars, a stool with face, declaring night, one might harp, and a mic, opened the “We are one. No have sensed that set with “Misunderstood,” one can separate Tweedy was followed by “Be Not So us. It’s a great directing the Fearful.” With a laugh, he feeling to have tune to Parlak, thanked the audience for you all here—let’s singing “I wanna being so “sensibly quiet,” have our day.” get it through to stating he had never played He introduced you / you’re not a show so close to a bed he Tweedy, as alone / an open owned, and indeed, fans have “my friend, our hand an open long awaited Union Pier’s neighbor, our heart / you’re not Tweedy to perform on home community alone…” turf, something that member,” and Favorites, “the frivolous deportation they hugged as including “I Am of Ibrahim Parlak” Tweedy took the Trying to Break inspired him to do. stage and Parlak Your Heart,” took his seat.

“Hummingbird,” Tweedy, on stage with a modest and more from Tweedy, Uncle Tupelo set of four guitars, a stool with harp, and Wilco were enjoyed by a truly and a mic, opened the set with appreciative crowd.

“Misunderstood,” followed by “Be Not Through the generosity of the Welters So Fearful.” With a laugh, he thanked of Journeyman Distillery and the the audience for being so “sensibly Kempers of the Bentwood Tavern, a

celebratory party was given next door to the Acorn at Journeyman, where fundraising for Parlak’s legal defense fund continued with donations made and sales of T-shirts and posters. There were mountains of food and tons of people wishing their best to Ibrahim, who could barely move through the crowd, with everyone wanting to touch, shake hands, or kiss and hug him. It was a stirring evening in every possible way, with all monies going to the Ibrahim defense fund. WSBT South Bend reported that upwards of $14,000 was raised, with monies from merchandise sales still to be added.

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arlak, in a Facebook post, wrote “Thank you to Jeff Tweedy, Ben Levin and the rest of the crew, to the Acorn: Bill Bielby, David Fink, Sandra Thompson, Samuel Lane Tuthill and Heidi Tuthill, Bill and Johanna Welter, the Journeyman, Colette and Robert Kemper, Nicole Bissonette and Gary Sanders, Kellie Pickard, all the friends and family who showed up to help before and after, and everyone else who made this a perfect evening. Sorry to anyone who could not buy a ticket—the show will be rebroadcast in 2 weeks on Radio Harbor Country. With all of your efforts, we had an evening together and I thank you all! The bundle doesn’t break.”

For more background on Parlak’s story or to contribute to the mounting legal bills, visit www.friends4ibrahim. com. If you wish to sign the petition urging the President Obama, Jeh Johnson and the Department of Homeland Security to give Ibrahim US Citizenship, visit www.change.org to add your name to the growing list of more than 35,000 signatures.

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appy. That’s what I am today.

So happy that I think I’ll make happiness the focal point of today’s column. I began writing this column more than two years ago. My goal then, as it is now, was to find the positive side of things that were related to sports.

The world of sports reporting, and reporting in general, is filled with cynics and heaven knows there are plenty of stories for them to report on. Sometimes however, the positive stories are overlooked. When I was a young boy, I asked my Dad why the news reports were most often about bad stories instead of good ones. He told me that good news wasn’t what people were interested in. I disagreed then and I continue to disagree. My father was a good and fair man. Remembering him and my mother makes me happy. They were always there for each other, and for all of us kids. It was a rare day indeed when they didn’t attend one of my baseball or basketball games. Always offering encouragement. Always looking at the positive side.

Always smiling. Always happy.

Last week I had the pleasure of spending a day with my daughter and her family. That was another factor in my happiness. My daughter, her husband, and all three of her children are beautiful souls. They make my heart sing. I’m looking forward to the day in the near future when I can jump on a plane and visit my son, daughter- in-law, and their three children. They too are beautiful. Both families make me smile. Happy.

My partner’s niece got married last weekend. Her entire family was in Chicago for the festivities. I had the opportunity to spend some time with some terrific people and get to know them a little better. Everyone was happy.

Another night this week I went to my favorite pizza parlor, met a few of my best friends, and had a delightful evening of great food and conversation. Seriously, I know every week isn’t perfect, but this week was. All week long I’ve been smiling. Happy.

Because I was feeling so good, I decided to ask my friends what made them happy, and got a wide variety of answers; grandchildren, family, friends, music food and wine, spring training, and the Blackhawks were the answers given most often. There were so many things that make people happy that I can’t list them all here. What makes you happy? Here’s hoping that whatever it is comes to you in abundance this week.

Why was the mortgage so upset? Because it was a loan.

But wait, I think this week deserves a second joke. How many tickles does it take to make an octopus laugh? Drum roll, please.....10 tickles!! Keep smiling. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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he Bison stampeded their archrivals in a 77-63 home victory February 22.

Travis Maddux and Jarek Hotwagner scored 30 points apiece for the Bison leading 41-32 at halftime.

Bridgman, down by as many as 14 points in the third quarter, came roaring back to within 3 points, but New Buffalo helped by sinking almost every free throw, never buckled under and Jarek Hotwagner converted a three point play to make the score 69-63, a key moment that helped seal the victory.

There could be a rematch between the two squads in the semi-finals of the Class C district tournament if the Bison, defeat Dream Academy March 7 at home during the first round and Bridgman, on their home court, wins against New Buffalo’s Jarek Hotwagner scores on a layup in the Feb. 22 Watervliet. game against Bridgman.

New Buffalo also defeated a very good Mendon squad 50-48 February 26 on the road to go 12-7 on the season.

The Bison started fast ending the first quarter with a 13-5 lead and hung on in the fourth quarter for the narrow victory.

Maddux led all Bison scorers with 20 points while Creo Brewster had 13 points and Hotwagner finished with 10 points.

The Bison, who seem to be peaking with a third straight trip to the regionals a major goal, end the regular season Thursday with a home game against Dream Academy.

Isaiah Coleman-Lands jumps for the layup in the Feb. 26 game against Gary Westside. The Lakers won 86-18.

James Banks scores on a layup in the Feb. 26 game against Gary Westside.

The Lakers won 86-18.

River Valley girls basketball photos by Natalie Cacioppo

River Valley’s Teya Haughey shoots the ball and scores in the Feb. 22 game against Eau Claire. The Mustangs won 35-15

Rose Keefer dribbles the ball down the court in the Feb. 22 game against Eau Claire. The Mustangs won 35-15

River Valley’s Rose Keefer shoots the ball against Eau Claire in the Feb. 22 game.

The Mustangs won 35-15

Brandon Cyrus fends off the Gary Westside player as he scores on a layup in the Feb. 26 game.

The Lakers won 86-18.

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Memoir writing workshop to kick start Library spring series

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he Friends of New Buffalo Township Library will kick off the 2016 Community Forum season with a session on memoir writing Monday, March 7, at 6:30 p.m. at the New Buffalo Township Library, located at 33 North Thompson Street in New Buffalo.

“Writing Your Story” will be conducted by retired English teacher and writing instructor Annette Van Dusen, who will lead writing process activities designed to establish purpose, draft stories and anecdotes and cover tips for editing and sharing what is written. Participants are asked to bring their own spiralbound notebook and favorite writing utensil to the meeting.

“Everyone has a story to tell and memoir writing has become a popular pastime, but where to begin and what to include isn’t always clear,” Van Dusen said.

Sponsored by Friends of New Buffalo Library, the Spring 2016 Community Forum programs, all set for 6:30 p.m. (except for American Songbook), include: The Civil Rights Movement from 19451965 Tuesday, March 29, by Tim Moore of Lake Michigan College; The Archaeology of Southwest Michigan Monday, April 18, by local archaeologist William Mangold and The American Songbook presented by the School of American Music musicians and singers Sunday, April 24, at 3 p.m.

Programs for later in the spring include: How to Write Your Family History So That Someone Will Want to Read It on Tuesday, May 10, by Aloma Custer of Berrien County Genealogical Society; Personal Safety and Scams Tuesday, May 17, by Kelly Laesch and Stormy Weather Tuesday, May 24, by Timm Pschigoda of Lake Michigan College.

For further information, call the library at 269-469-2933, follow the Facebook link at newbuffalotownshiplibrary.org or email new.buffalo.fol@gmail. com. — Staff Reports

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Learn how to sail on the tallship Friends Good Will

t seems that Spring is around the corner, and a sure sign in New Buffalo that winter is coming to an end is the opening of Redamak’s: this year, Tuesday March 1. Other establishments and events marking the end of hibernation season are: Buffalo Bill’s BBQ opened in February; Local will re-open Thursday, March 3; Oink’s is celebrating their 30th year in business with an opening date of March 11; the famous David’s Delicatessen Corned Beef-Off is March 13; and Rio’s is also opening soon. Up-N-Smoke will be coming to the former Dairy Queen site.

Dale Powell, Bob Dabbs and Tim Pendergast stand at the door to Redamak’s, but Dabbs was first in line.

To how many of these questions can you say, “Yes!”?

•D o you enjoy being on the water?

•D o you enjoy meeting new people?

•D o you enjoy learning new things?

•D o you enjoy testing your mettle a bit?

•H ave you ever felt the allure of the sails of old; the romance of the sea?

•W ould you like to crew on a tallship?

•D id you know you could do all of these things here in SouthWest Michigan?

The Michigan Maritime Museum is offering Basic Seamanship Training classes aboard their replica tallship Friends Good Will, beginning on March 19, 2016.

Basic Seamanship Sail Training Program is open to all (14 year old minimum) regardless of experience.

You’ll find that Friends Good Will draws crew from all of West Michigan, Northern Indiana and Illinois, and parts of Wisconsin as well as all walks of life.

Sailing a traditionally rigged vessel is hugely rewarding. As Ship’s Company crew, we help to teach everyone from grade schoolers to lifelong maritime buffs about maritime history, science, team building, and appreciation for our Great Lakes. As Friends Good Will takes Museum visitors out on sails, an extraordinary world is opened up to them. And, because we teach, we also learn, and grow; a truly rewarding experience.

Basic Seamanship is taught in four parts, with Part I held Saturday, March 19 from 1p.m. – 5 p.m. Parts II-IV will be held Saturday and Sunday April 30 and May 1. Upon completion of Basic Seamanship Training, you will become an official crewmember and can volunteer for as many sails as you like throughout the sailing season.

You must become a Museum member to crew Friends Good Will. There is no fee for the course.

“On our vessels, we’re more than just a boat ride. Join our crew and make history come alive!”

To register and for more information, call 269-637-8078 ext. 3, or email volunteer@ michiganmaritimemuseum.org.

The Michigan Maritime Museum is dedicated to the preservation of Michigan Great Lakes waterways, maritime history, and culture. Located in South Haven, the Museum is a 501(c)(3) organization. For more information call 1-800-747-3810 or visit www.michiganmaritimemuseum. org. — staff reports

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hanks to the generosity of Bluefish Vacation The nonprofit helps animals in a variety of ways, such Rental’s John Natsis, animal lover Dee Brodlo as through providing food, medical care and adoption had the chance to spend a cozy winter’s night opportunities for ACC animals in its foster program, in a beautiful vacation rental by the lake with a helping to spread awareness about CACC as well as group of her closest friends Saturday, Feb. 27. spreading the word about the many animals who are up The rental belongs to for adoption there and Natsis who said he donated educating others about a free night at the house as proper animal care. a part of an auction item Brodlo said they’ve that included chef Jackie helped a variety of Shen preparing dinner as a animals, from cats to personal chef for 10 people. dogs to even hamsters.

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Thursday, March 3, 2016 A Superman and comic strip themed chair made by Boy Scout Pack #553

Mary Binder serves chili to Addison Lamport and Kendall Corkran

Super hero chili enjoyed at NBES Chili Cook-off

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C Aaron Joseph creates a super hero mask at the crafts table

Lacey and Don Chase taste test some chili

hili fit for Superman was enjoyed by New Buffalo Elementary School parents and students at this year’s super hero-themed PTO Chili Cook-off Friday, Feb. 26. “Dad and Daughter Chili,” “Grandma Judy’s Chili” and “World-Famous Binder Chicken Chili” were just some of the types of chili sampled in the elementary school cafeteria. In addition to the chili, families also had the chance to win gift baskets with themes such as “Star Wars,” “Movie Nite” and “Outdoor Fun” during the PTO’s silent auction, as well as a variety of decorative chairs. In the gym, children could get their face painted by a genuine clown or work off their energy in a super hero-themed bounce house.

Themed gift baskets line a table outside the gym

Addison Stover and Kendall and Ella Roch pose in their super hero gear

Michael, Sarah and Joshua Slaninka with their Captain America chili

Children eagerly line up for the super hero-themed bounce house in the gym

Wendy Muncaster and Fallyn Reber enjoy their chili

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Join the fun at the Long Beach Country Club and enjoy cocktails, dinner, silent and live auctions and support the local animals in need.

An enticing list of live and silent auction items include cooking class for eight at Bantam Brook Farm, set your table for eight with special dinnerware, flatware and glassware items, a sumptuous six-course dinner for six created in your home by Chef Paul Applegate.

Indulge yourself at restaurants throughout the region; A private party for 12 at Baroda Founders Wine Cellar to include exclusive behind the scenes tour and wine pairings with delicious food from Lake Street Eats.

An evening in Chicago including two tickets for The King and I at the Lyric Opera, dinner at Ruth's Chris Steak House and an overnight stay at the Hyatt Centric.

Pamper your pet with a stay at Dawg Paradise and a gift certificate from Brandt's Old Fashion Emporium.

For entertainment there will be; four University of Notre Dame football tickets, two Chicago Blackhawks tickets, four one-day lift tickets from Bittersweet Ski Resort and a golf package for your foursome or a Lake Michigan boat tour for 11 from Harbor Country Adventures or four, one-day Disney Theme Park tickets Pamper Yourself with a color, cut and makeup by Timothy Jeffery Salon, nails by Sakari Nail Spa and a shopping certificate from Margaret Sullivan STYLE, or Botox by DeLaine Anti Aging and a massage from Chakra Bliss Massage Therapy, or bid on a 3.2' x 5.6' Bokhara handmade oriental rug from India, jewelry from It’s A Breeze or artwork from The Framing Station.

Updated items are posted on www. michianahumanesociety.org.

Sponsors for the 2016 event are Baroda Founders Wine Cellar, Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa, Brandt’s Old Fashion Emporium, GoTo11, Joy Of Flowers, Little Chocolates, Uptown Cakery, Rich & Eileen Kochanny, Gary & Mary Lambert, Todd & Jenny Rucinski.

Your tax-deductible contribution supports the MHS and SPCA’s mission to promote the well-being of our community's animals through prevention, intervention, education and advocacy.

The Michiana Humane Society and SPCA can be reached at 219-872-4499 or visit www.michianahumanesociety. org or contact@michianahumanesociety. org. — staff reports

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Coastline Children’s Film Fest comes to the New Buffalo Township Library

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n Friday, March 11 the Coastline Children’s Film Fest kicks off its 6th straight year with an all ages pajama party at the Krasl Art Center, and then the next day, March 12, the 2016 Young Filmmakers competition will premiere at three locations; including the New Buffalo Township Library. The competition will feature 26 short films submitted and directed by visionaries from 6 states, and on March 18 awards will be presented to the winners, red carpet style. Besides the Young Film Makers Competition and the showing of various great films, there will be a panel discussion on documentary filmmaking, a Lego stop-motion animation workshop, and a special post screening lighthouse activity at North Berrien Historical Museum.

The Coastline Children’s Film Fest was founded 6 years ago and started out in a tiny venue in St. Joseph and only featured a few films to share with the public. Now, six years later it has grown to being featured in nine different locations up and down the Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana coast; with over 75 films being featured. This film festival is a great way to expose many children to some of the best films that have been made in the past, and feature a lot of classics that kids do not normally get to see.

The Young Filmmakers competition is currently in its fourth year. This competition is a great way for youth to express themselves through film and NYICFF Kid Flix really pave the way for their future Mix Animation/Live Action Multiple Directors impact on the film industry. New this 2015 | 60 Minutes year to the awards ceremony, where the A kaleidoscopic showcase of the best young filmmakers will be rewarded for short films and animation from around the all their hard work, will be the Audience world for ages 3 to 8. Program includes a Favorite award. zebra that experiences some unusual sideeffects after running into a tree, a selfPresident and curator of the film conscious girl who wears a bunny mask fest, Leslie Sullivan, has high hopes to school, a gigantic big brother, a herd of and wonderful plans for the future high-flying acrobatic giraffes and more! of this film fest, and within the next few years the goal is for the kids to choose, critique, and have the overall final decisions about what will be featured each year. The CCFF has a new partnership with Paul Kim, who is the director of the documentary film program at Andrews University, and with this great new addition the kids will be taught how to properly review NYICFF Party and critique a film.

Mix Animation/Live Action “As the festival goes on they get more Multiple Directors and more involved in what is selected,” 2015 | 65 Minutes In this collection, old fables and myths are Sullivan said. given a new twist in Mythopolis and Tigers This new partnership with Paul Kim Tied Up in One Rope. Fate is in the hands will also be a great mentor program of some surprising characters in Johnny for the high school and middle school Express and In the Beginning. The human kids who are involved with the film fest, spirit, guided by music, soars against harsh realities in The Trumpeter and because they will have college students Layla’s Melody. A Single Life (2015 Oscar from the documentary film program Nominee – Best Animated Short) strikes helping to guide them with the direction a playful note when it imagines music as they want to take. means of time-travel.

The Coastline Children’s Film Fest is now its own non-profit and features a small board of directors, where all the time is volunteered and people give their own time to make sure that this film fest is the best it can be each year for the kids.

Along with Leslie Sullivan, there is Tom Allen who is a designer who lives in Coloma, Michigan; he is responsible for all the marketing of the film fest, he manages the Young Film Makers Competition, he works will all of the filmmakers, manages the social media, and designs everything that has to do with the film fest.

“He’s passionate about it and is great at it and he really created the branding for the organization. All of the printed materials and the website and everything is all his doing,” Sullivan said. “He created a really special visual identity for the festival that is really priceless.”

The Coastline Children’s Film Festival takes place March 11 through March 20 along the coast of Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana. It is free admission but a one dollar donation is suggested. For more information you can visit www. coastlinechildrensfilmfestival.com/ and download the 2016 program booklet to get the full line-up of the films that will be shown.

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ustomers at David’s Deli in New Buffalo got a special treat Saturday, Feb. 20, when the downtown restaurant offered up a special selection of chocolate and coffee pairings. Owners Joe Lindsey and Emma Brewster carefully matched Intelligensia coffees with Ritual chocolates sourced from similar areas. As explained by Lindsey and Brewster, both coffee and chocolate beans are affected by the type of soil, water and temperatures in which they are grown. This gives beans harvested in African countries citrusy flavors and those from South American countries sweeter, honey flavors.

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NBES make cranes for beloved elementary school teacher

isitors to New Buffalo Elementary School can’t help but admire the new decorations hanging from the hallway ceiling: paper cranes, folded from construction paper.

Still, upon closer inspection, visitors will quickly learn that the cranes aren’t just mere decoration, as some contain a special message for Maria Kruger – a third grade teacher who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.

The project was started by art teacher Matthew Raney, who said he was inspired by a popular Japanese legend: “If you fold 1,000 Origami cranes, you will be granted your heart’s desire.” As stated on a laminated sheet of paper explaining the project’s purpose, it is the students’, staff’s and community members’ “heart’s desire” that Kruger “win her fight with cancer

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“She’s [Kruger] been a teacher for 25 years – people remember,” he said, adding that living in a small town has also contributed to the large response.

Raney said it’s his goal that all the cranes be hung up by the school’s spring break.

The project was started Currently, 675 are hanging; by art teacher Matthew however, he Raney, who said he was still has a box inspired by a popular full of cranes Japanese legend: “If waiting to join you fold 1,000 Origami the rest of the cranes, you will be flock. The trail granted your heart’s of cranes starts desire.” As stated on at Krugers’s classroom, the a laminated sheet of path slowly paper explaining the getting wider the project’s purpose, it is further away you the students’, staff’s and wander from the community members’ classroom. “heart’s desire” that Raney said Kruger “win her fight he’s sent a Youtube link to with cancer and return teachers so that to her home away they can help from home” at the students make elementary school. their cranes in their respective community members, have also been classrooms. The response has been overwhelming, as students have so busy folding cranes for the beloved far made “dozens” of cranes. teacher.

While Kruger hasn’t been able aney said the most to return to school since being unexpected people have diagnosed, Raney said he knows folded cranes, including she’d love the cranes. a “first-grader’s mom’s “Hopefully, she’ll get to see them friend.” in person soon,” he said. and return to her home away from home” at the elementary school.

While the project was mainly intended to be a school project, Raney said former students of Kruger’s at New Buffalo High School, as well as parents and local

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ot everyone thinks they can afford to go to the upscale Elm Street Bistro.

“You can’t satisfy everyone, and we choose to satisfy a little pricier model than some do,” owner/chef Larry Lenza said.

Celebrating its sixth year in Three Oaks, the Bistro also chooses to use all farm fresh vittles for its food supply. No attempts at cost-cutting is going to change that with Lenza.

“I am the fifth generation to own restaurants in my family, and I grew up in the restaurant business! In Chicago, we always used fresh grown food whenever possible, but you can’t buy Michigan strawberries in the middle of winter, can you?” he said.

The restaurant decor is of Lenza’s own making. It includes a sophisticated collection of art, such as two authentic Miros, exceptional local artist Joe Hindley’s paintings of cock fights over the bar and Vincent’s early rendition of the Bistro’s interior. The painting does not include the new patio, where you can sit in the warmer season. The small fireplace sets the restaurant apart from most, and the fabulous bar was built out of the old bowling alley boards from across the street.

As for breakfast specialties, the Bistro has homemade scones and muffins, fresh, sliced, pan fried potatoes with rosemary and every kind of egg preparation, including Eggs Benedict and Eggs Florentine. Even the oatmeal is special.

There are also breakfast burritos, biscuits and gravy and gluten free pancakes.

Since he feels like he is carrying on a very revered family profession, Lenza treats his restaurant and customers very well. Most breakfast combinations are in the $7 range, along with a Mimosa, or a Bloody Mary, which is hand-mixed by the darling “Brigette.” So for a modest $14 range (plus a tip) you can have the best food in the best atmosphere and treated by the best owner/chef like you’re royalty. (Also the funniest - Lenza was an acting major at Northwestern and studied at Second City, and can be hilarious with his dry humor when he’s in the mood and not in the kitchen.)

The Elm Street Bistro is located at Eight South Elm Street in Three Oaks. Call for reservations at 269-756-9274, or email dine@elmstreetbistro.com. The website is www. elmstreetbistro. Winter hours are: Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturday from a.m. 10:30 to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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No charges sought in death of kidnapper

fter review of Michigan State Police investigative reports, Michigan State Police lab analysis reports and autopsy reports, Berrien County Prosecutor Michael Sepic announced he will not seek charges against officers who shot and killed Marcus Meridy at the American Inn on East Napier Avenue in Benton Township on November 18, 2015.

Facts Reports reveal that Meridy, 44, of Benton Harbor, went to The Willows, an assisted living facility, on Niles Avenue, being the work location of his estranged wife, Kenyatta Wright, 38, also of Benton Harbor. Meridy made contact with Wright in the facility around 7 a.m. and forced her into her car in the parking lot at gunpoint and drove away. At the time of the abduction at the facility, Meridy displayed a handgun to an employee and threatened the employee with the weapon. Meridy drove to a nearby medical office where he had left another car at which time he forced Wright into that car and drove to the American Inn. At the American Inn he forced Wright into a room he had previously rented and proceeded to sexually assault Wright and restrain her within the room.

Michigan State troopers were notified of the abduction at The Willows, found the abandoned vehicle at the medical office and with the help of the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department discovered another vehicle at the American Inn where troopers confirmed the presence of Meridy and Wright by voice in a room on the second floor at about 9 a.m.

During this span of time State Police command officers began assembling an emergency support (ES) team composed of troopers from surrounding posts. ES team members are trained in active shooting and hostage situations. An ES team member/ negotiator outside the hotel began a conversation with Marcus Meridy inside the room by cell phone. Meridy told the negotiator he would commit suicide and refused to release Wright. Also during this time the negotiator was able to speak to Wright who said she was injured and restrained. After approximately 30 minutes on the phone with Meridy and Wright, the negotiator, still with an open phone line, sensed something was wrong in the room, after which she heard a gunshot and then a scream.

As the negotiator was relaying these facts by radio to others, the ES team members located near the room on the second floor also heard the gunshot and the scream and decided entry was necessary to assure the safety of the victim.

As the lead ES team member shouldered the door open, he and a second team member were the first to enter. As they entered, they heard a gunshot from inside the room at which time they saw Marcus Meridy standing on the far side of the bed with a firearm in hand. Both ES team members fired rounds at Meridy.

Meridy was struck by the rounds, fell to the ground and died after immediate resuscitation efforts proved unsuccessful. Wright was found on the floor on the same side of the bed as the suspect, restrained and with a gunshot wound to her arm.

Firearms/Autopsy Reports Firearms analysis determined the two entering troopers fired 6 rounds each from their firearms.

At autopsy, Meridy was found to have been struck by nine rounds.

The bullet from the gunshot heard immediately before entry was extracted from the box spring of the bed within the room.

The source of the wound to Ms. Wright’s arm was likely from the rounds fired by the ES team members upon entry.

After the incident, the ES team member first to enter the room discovered his bullet resistant vest to be damaged and a bullet found lodged beneath a strap. It was later confirmed by the lab that bullet was a .22 caliber bullet but damage prevented further identification. It is concluded it was likely fired from the suspect’s recovered Heritage .22 caliber 6 shot revolver.

That revolver was recovered from the floor near the deceased Meridy and found to have two fired casings and 4 cartridges. Also found near the firearm was a baggie with 6 cartridges.

Legal Analysis Known to the ES team members who entered and fired rounds are the following facts: • A woman was kidnapped from her work location and was with the suspect in a room in the hotel • A firearm was used to threaten the victim and an employee at the work location • The suspect had made reference to using the firearm to commit suicide • The suspect would not release the hostage • The hostage was injured • A firearm was heard to discharge in the room along with a scream • Upon entry a firearm was discharged from inside the room • The suspect was seen with a firearm and a hostage was still in the room • The suspect, with firearm, was seen moving his arms towards the victim At the time of the ES team room entry negotiations were unchanged and the dangers to the victim, Wright, remained imminent. After the firearm was heard to discharge inside the room, the ES team members knew a hostage was in peril and thus, entry to the room was necessary. Upon entry, the suspect shot at or towards the team members which caused them to defend themselves and the hostage.

Self- defense is defined as – “at the time he or she acted, the actor must have honestly and reasonably believed that he or she or another was in danger of being killed or seriously injured. If the actor’s belief was honest and reasonable, he or she could act immediately to defend himself or herself.” In this case, the use of force was reasonable and necessary under the circumstances and therefore their actions were in self-defense and defense of others.

Thus, there will be no charges sought relating to the death of Marcus Meridy.

It should be noted that had Mr. Meridy survived, he would likely have been charged with kidnapping, unlawful imprisonment, several counts of assault with a dangerous weapon, assault with intent to murder and first degree criminal sexual conduct. Additionally, while Mr. Meridy’s death is extremely unfortunate, the skilled and heroic actions on the part of Michigan State Police ES team members prevented this tragedy from being significantly worse.

The Michigan State Police were assisted in this incident by the FBI, Berrien County Sheriff’s Department and the Benton Township Police Department. — staff reports

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An interview with Coastline Children’s Film Festival President, Curator Leslie Sullivan Natalie Cacioppo in New Buffalo

peaking with Leslie Sullivan over the phone helps one understand just how passionate, encouraging and down-to-earth of a person she is and how much she is giving back to the young film community.

By creating and curating the Coastline Children’s Film Festival for the past six years, Sullivan has helped open a door for the young filmmakers of tomorrow to be able to express themselves through cinematography and share their gift with the world.

Q: How did you come up with the idea to start the Children’s Film Festival?

A: I lived in New York for about 25 years and I was a filmmaker there. I moved to Michigan full time in 2003. I found that there really was not a venue for quality children’s films, so I got together with a few other people, including the Boekeloo’s up in St. Joe, and we started the film festival six years ago. It has grown in terms of what we are able to offer and in location. In the first year, we were in one tiny venue in St. Joe with a couple of films, and now we are in nine locations as far away as South Bend, Michigan City, St. Joe and Benton Harbor, and we will be showing more than 75 films this year.

Q: Do you feel like you’re helping to motivate and inspire these kids to become the next filmmakers of the future?

A: That’s a grand hope and a grand wish! I think what we are trying to do is expose them to some of the best films made that were created many years ago and we show classics that are really extraordinary that a lot of the kids do not get to see. We are also doing the young filmmakers competition that’s in its fourth year, with kids from the area entering and kids outside of the area entering as well. It is the largest number of kids we have had enter so far, with 26 films, and they are mostly from the St. Joe area but we had someone enter from Chicago and a few from Philly.

Q: Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

A: I certainly would not want to see the film festival go away and I hope that it is still here and hope that more kids will be involved. We have plans for the next few years to start a youth jury that will get together in the summer and in the fall to help pick the films that we show. The kids are very smart, savvy, and talented, and the films they are making are just superb and they keep getting better and better. I think the longer the festival goes on, they get more and more involved in what is selected. We are going to have them learn how to do reviews so they will know how to critique and review a film.

The Coastline Children’s Film Festival takes place March 11-20 along the coast of southwest Michigan and northwest Indiana. It is free admission; however, a $1 donation is suggested. For more information, visit www. coastlinechildrensfilmfestival.com/ and download the 2016 program booklet to get the full line-up of the films that will be shown.

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KoenigRubloff Realty Group’s CEO Nancy Nagy has announced the launch of a new “What’s My Home Worth?” tool on the KoenigRubloff website, koenigrubloff.com, that will provide an instant answer to this important homeowner question.

Aimed at potential sellers, the tool offers an immediate estimate of a property by typing in the address of the home.

“We are very excited to share it with those potential sellers who are starting to research the value of their home in today’s market,” said Nagy. “This can become the starting point for a personalized market analysis by an experienced broker with local expertise.”

The tool features a Lenders’ Estimate powered

by Collateral Analytics’ sophisticated valuation algorithms and broker-quality MLS sales data.

Collateral Analytics has decades of valuation experience serving the banking and appraisal communities.

“What we are able to offer potential sellers is a base number that gives them an idea of the value of their home in just one click of a button,” said Michael Pierson, president of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group.

“Homeowners who are thinking of selling, want to do online research earlier in the process. This tool is an incredible value for them. While no automated model can come close to the knowledge and experience of a broker who knows the neighborhood, it does offer a great starting point for sellers.” — Staff Reports

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r. Carolyn (Carrie) Whittier, Assistant Dean of Students at Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana, will be the speaker at the March 16 general meeting of the Berrien County Republican Women’s Club.

Whittier will be speaking on “Current Trends in Higher Education.” She holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Education from Virginia Commonwealth University, along with multiple other degrees.

The meeting will be held at Pebblewood Restaurant in Bridgman and will begin at noon. The buffet luncheon is $15 and is payable at the door. Please RSVP to 269-422-1839

by March 11. The public is invited to attend. — staff reports

The New Buffalo Times, in conjunction with Volunteer Southwest Michigan, publishes current volunteer opportunities in our community. To view all current listings, please visit Volunteer Southwest Michigan’s opportunities page online at volunteerswmi.org. If you’re an agency who wants to begin listing your volunteer opportunities, please contact Sarah Kolbeck at skolbeck@volunteerswmi.org or 269-983-0912 to learn more about recruiting volunteers today.

Fernwood Botanical Garden Garden Docents: Enjoy the beautiful gardens of Fernwood by conducting walking tours for groups of adults and children.

Tours last about an hour, two or three times a month. You’ll be paired up with another volunteer. You don’t need to be a garden expert. Training and reference materials are provided.

Writer: Assist with press releases, various electronic calendars, articles, etc. Work closely with Fernwood staff. Ongoing.

Bluebird Monitors: Monitor Fernwood’s 13 bluebird houses.

Check on nest building, eggs, hatches, and when birds leave the nest. A little walking is required, once a month, late March through August. Training is provided.

Contact: Volunteer Coordinator, Fernwood Botanical Garden, 13988 Range Line Road, Niles, Michigan 49120. Phone 269695-6491 or email jjason@fernwoodbotanical.org

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Volunteers will work right alongside the Electronics Recycling staff and will receive guidance throughout the event. Volunteers must be 18 years or older, or otherwise accompanied by an adult. Must be able to lift and carry at least 25 pounds. It is a group effort, so very heavy items will be handled with help from many hands.

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Area mourns victims of Kalamazoo shooting

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amily and friends mourned the deaths of sisters-in-law Mary Lou Nye, 62, of Baroda and Mary Jo Nye, 60, of Battle Creek (formerly of Baroda), both of whom were laid to rest last week following a shooting rampage Saturday, Feb. 20, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, that took the lives of six people and left two victims fighting for their lives.

Mary Lou and Mary Jo were among the last five people shot on Saturday night, at approximately 10:40 p.m., in the parking lot of a Cracker Barrel Restaurant just west of Kalamazoo. The group was returning after seeing a performance of the Golden Dragon Acrobats presenting Cirque Ziva at Miller Auditorium. Also randomly gunned down and killed at that location were Dorothy Brown, 74, of Battle Creek and Barbara Hawthorne, 68, of Battle Creek. A fifth person, Abigail Kopf, 14, of A Newsletter from Battle Creek, remained in critical condition Thursday U.S. Congressman night at Bronson Methodist Hospital fighting for her life.

Fred Upton: Mary Lou retired in 2010 after 30 years of service February 26, 2016 with the Michigan Secretary of State’s office in Benton We Are Kalamazoo Harbor, where she was a manager. After her retirement, she worked for the Immanuel Lutheran Church Day Friend, Care Center in Bridgman. She also served 10 years in s you know, this past week our community the United States Army Reserve. She leaves behind has been dealing with her husband, Christopher C. Nye of Baroda and son the heartbreaking tragedy Bart Nye of Ray Township, Michigan, and many family that occurred in Kalamazoo. members and friends.

It has been a difficult week Mary Jo, who had been Mary Lou’s college roommate for us all.

We should continue to before she married her brother, was an alternative keep the victims’ friends and high school teachers until her retirement in 2012 from family in our hearts, and in Calhoun Community High School, where she taught our minds. I also want to English and other skills to children who were at risk. She thank the countless folks on remained active in her church and continued to tutor the front lines that helped prevent this tragedy from students after her retirement. being even worse. The Saturday evening, Jason Brian Dalton, 45, an Uber swift actions of those on taxi driver, created a nightmare for Kalamazoo when the ground deserve to be he went on a random shooting spree that spanned four commended – particularly hours. Between opening fire on innocent victims at three the Kalamazoo Sheriff’s Department led by Sheriff different locations, he continued to pick up passengers Richard Fuller, Kalamazoo without harming them and transporting them to their Public Safety Chief Jeff destinations; none of the victims were his fares.

Hadley and Mayor Bobby Dalton, a former insurance company employee, was Hopewell. arrested without incident in the parking lot of a downtown We should continue to pray for the families of the six Kalamazoo bar about six hours after the rampage began. victims, and the recovery of Monday, Feb. 22, Kalamazoo County District Court the two injured … including Judge Christopher T. Haenicke read the charges against 14-year -old Abigail Kopf Dolton during his arraignment hearing via video of Battle Creek who is conference: six counts of murder, two of assault with fighting for her life, and Tiana Carruthers of Richland intent to commit murder and eight felony firearms Township, who put herself in violations. The judge ordered him held without bail. front of several children and “I would prefer just to remain silent,” Dalton told the was shot multiple times. judge.

It’s heartbreaking but we County Prosecuting Attorney Jeffrey S. Getting, said that know that our Kalamazoo community can and will after his arrest on Saturday night, Dolton made a statement recover from this tragedy. to law enforcement admitting his involvement in each of But we will never forget what the shootings. Officials offered no insight or explanation happened. We remember into what might have prompted the random attacks. the lives of Mary Lou Nye Dolton had no criminal record and had passed a of Baroda, Mary Jo Nye, Dorothy Brown, and Barbara background check with the Uber Company, a taxi Hawthorne of Battle Creek, company. Neighbors described him as a family man and Tyler Smith and his dad with two children, who was quiet and polite. A Feb. 26 Richard Smith of Mattawan. news release reported that following the shooting spree, On Tuesday, joined by my his wife had filed divorce proceedings against him.

Michigan colleagues, I led the U.S. House in a moment The first victim, Tiana Carruthers, was shot when the of silence for Kalamazoo. shooting spree began at about 5:40 p.m. when she and “This tragedy will not define her children were outside of her home at The Meadows us, it will not divide us, and townhomes in Richland Township; she is hospitalized in it will not defeat us. We are critical condition.

Kalamazoo.”

God bless About four hours later, a father and son was killed at a -Fred Seelie Ford and Kia car dealership in Kalamazoo. Tyler Smith and his father, Richard Smith, 53, were killed while looking at a truck; a young women who was sitting in the Smith’s vehicle was unharmed.

U.S. Congressmen Fred Upton, (R-St. Joseph) issued a statement in his weekly newsletter to his constituents regarding the tragedy. He asked for all to keep the families and friends of the victims in their hearts and in their minds. He also thanked the countless folks on the front lines that helped prevent this tragedy from being even worse. On Tuesday, joined by his Michigan colleagues, Upton led the U.S. House in a moment of silence for Kalamazoo. He said in the letter, “This tragedy will not define us, it will not divide us, and it will not defeat us. We are Kalamazoo.”

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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: 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 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.

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, 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

Village of Grand Beach adoption of ORDINANCE NO. 2016-01

ORDINANCE NO. 2016-01 was adopted on the 17th day of February, 2016, entitled “An Ordinance Establishing Rates, Charges and Rules for the Use and Service of the Water Supply and Distribution System of the Village of Grand Beach, County of Berrien, Michigan”. This ordinance provides for water rates, pool fill charges, special rates, water turn on and turn off charges, delinquent accounts, enforcement of lien on the premises to secure payment, tampering with water system, and fire hydrant rate.

The ordinance also provides penalties for violations of the ordinance and repeals any ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict with this ordinance.

A full copy of the Ordinance No. 2016-01 is on file at the Clerk’s Office, Village of Grand Beach, 48200 Perkins Blvd., Grand Beach, Michigan 49117.

This Ordinance shall become effective on March 14, 2016.

Mary Robertson, Clerk

City of New Buffalo Board of Review The City of New Buffalo Board of Review will meet at City Hall, 224 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo MI 49117 on the following dates: Friday March 18, 2016 at 2pm (Organizational Meeting) Monday March 21, 2016 from 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm, 6pm8pm Tuesday March 22, 2016 from 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm Saturday March 26, 2016 from 9am-12pm To make an appointment, please call 269-469-1500 Letters of appeal must be received by 4:00pm on Thursday March 24, 2016 to the Board of Review, 224 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI 49117.

Allyson Holm, City Clerk

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caregivers in your area. Based in St. Joseph, Home Helpers provides in-home, non-medical care for families throughout Berrien County.

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NEW BUFFALO 4 bd/2bath. $1500/mo. + utilities.

Call 269-429-7875

Roofing and construction company seeking full time roofing and siding installers and laborers Three years experience and valid drivers license required.

Qualifying applicants.

Call Sarah at 219-363-6151.

New Buffalo 220 S. Thompson Street.

3bd. $796 pr/mo.

Text or call 269-876-7452

New Buffalo 720 S Barton Street Large 2 bedroom duplex with garage! $675 per month plus utilities.

Call Bob at 269-470-9911.

New Buffalo 730 S Barton Street Large 1 bedroom apartment $550 per month all utilities included!

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Commercial/Retail Space Available 1600 sq. ft. space for rent including ample parking.

Located on West U.S. 12.

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UNION PIER Divisible 3,200 square feet Coffee/ Bakery / Office / Commercial Phone or Text 269-876-7452

UNION PIER Divisible 8,000 square feet retail/ office/commercial Phone or Text 269-876-7452

looking to rent

Near the center of Downtown New Buffalo 1 Bedroom, Furnished Apartment.

Call Don at 312-543-3456.

NEW BUFFALO on a permanent basis Studio or one bedroom apt.

Call Cori at 872-808-4620.

help Wanted

CAregivers Seeking experienced, responsible

Massage therapist Must have MI license and insurance.

Call Melissa 219-898-5398.

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

obituaries Adeline Helen Jenkins

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deline Helen Jenkins, age 94, of Three Oaks, Michigan died peacefully Friday, February 26, 2016 in Riveridge Manor in Niles.

She was born May 12, 1921 in Sawyer, Michigan to Rudolph and Amelia (Prill) Lunog, the youngest of ten children. She married Howard Francis Jenkins December 8, 1945 in Trinity Lutheran Church in Sawyer, Michigan, the same church in which she was baptized and confirmed. He preceded her February 27, 2002 after more than fifty-six years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her parents; two siblings in infancy; two sisters, Olga Krieger and Emma Siefert; five brothers, John Lunog, Art Lunog, Louie Lunog, Bill Lunog, and Hank Lunog.

Adeline was an enthusiastic gardener who enjoyed raising both vegetables and flowers. She and her husband, Howard, were active members of the River Valley Power Association and were members of the Berrien County Farm Bureau. For twenty-four years, they enjoyed volunteering with the Open Door Program in Niles, Michigan. They encouraged area youth as the first members of the River Valley School Districts Project Cloverleaf, as past Cub Scout leaders, and as 4-H leaders for eighteen years.

Adeline will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by one daughter, Nancy Jenkins of Niles; one son, Alan (wife, Holly) Jenkins of Atwater, California; two grandchildren, Kyle Jenkins and Killian Jenkins, both of Atwater, California; one great granddaughter, Rylnn Jenkins; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Family and friends gathered Monday, February 29, 2016 from 6 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks, Michigan. The Funeral Service was Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. in Trinity Lutheran Church, 5791 Sawyer Road, Sawyer, with the Reverend Randy Lett officiating. Mrs. Jenkins will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband, Howard Jenkins, in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Three Oaks, Michigan.

The family prefers contributions be made in Adeline’s memory to either Grace Hospice of Kalamazoo, 2725 Airview Boulevard, Suite 101, Portage, MI 49002, or, Trinity Lutheran Church, 5791 Sawyer Road, Sawyer, MI 49125.

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.

Donald W. Wilkes 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.

Please call (989) 738-8671.

for sale

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

Cheap - must pick-up from New Buffalo.

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onald W. Wilkes, 71, of Union Pier, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2016 at Hanson Hospice in Stevensville.

Arrangements are entrusted to Sommerfeld Chapel of New Buffalo, Michigan.

Memorials may be made to Hanson Hospice.

Those wishing to sign Donald’s Memory Book online may do so at www.sommerfeldchapel.com.

Donald was born June 14, 1944 in Rensselaer, Indiana to Everett Clarmont and Lois Irene (Newbold) Wilkes. He graduated from New Buffalo High School in 1962 and then served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War as an airplane mechanic. On June 6, 1965, he married the former Brenda Higgins in New Buffalo, Michigan. Donald worked as a machinist at Joy Manufacturing in Michigan City, Indiana F P Rosback Co. in St. Joseph, Michigan and retired from Whirlpool Corporation. Donald was a member of the Three Oaks American Legion and Three Oaks Masonic Lodge #239. He was a fan of Indiana University basketball, played guitar for the band Ansun and enjoyed camping. He was a racing enthusiast and enjoyed building race cars to race at Martin Dragway.

Donald is survived by his wife, Brenda; daughter, Andrea (Chris) Fryling of Bridgman; two grandchildren, Vallerie & Ryan Fryling; brother, Richard (Jackie) Wilkes of Edwardsburg; and several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Mark Alan Wilkes in 1985; and brother, David Wilkes.

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horoscope march 3-9, 2016

as interpreted by Sandy “star” Bendt Aries March 21—April 19 You are entering a growth period. You have a willingness to to face the unknown, or embrace issues you may have shied away from in the past.

You will feel mentally astute, and will come to very workable solutions, when you put them through emotional channels and intuitively feel things out.

Libra September 23—October 22 Honest and frank discussions are needed. It is important you voice your opinion about how you would like things to happen with health and career issues. Stand up for yourself and make others aware of how important your state of being is. Time management and work space issues need attention now.

Taurus April 20—May 20 It will become evident this week that your finances are more connected with another than you realize. The choices each of you makes can affect the other. You may be questioned as to what you are truly responsible for. It is important you don’t become miserly or paranoid. Share the resources.

Scorpio October 23—November 21 Get ready for an enthusiastic boost in your financial sector.

You are going to have an epiphany about what you are capable of, and how you can utilize these talents to gain more social recognition, and grow financially. The stage is set for you to advance economically and socially.

Gemini May 21—June 21 In your primary relationships, you will have to take the lead and show them how to do certain things, or show them what is the best way to respond when questioned by authority figures.

You are keenly in-tune with what is required by those in power to get their approval and financial backing.

Sagittarius November 22—December 21 Don’t get caught up in the negativity that other people, especially females, may be throwing at you at this time.

You are very capable and can achieve your dreams. The energy coming at you may feel combative or uncalled for, but you are set to win. Say, bye-bye to negative Nancy.

Cancer June 22—July 22 This week you will be ready to tackle health issues and learn new ways to handle career issues. You will have a nice energy boost in your physical stamina, giving you the ability to t stick to work-out regimes. Your ability to incorporate new information will help you advance at work too.

Capricorn

December 22—January 19

Let go of intellectual agendas.

Your ideas of right and wrong could be holding you back from seeing the truth of situations, or what people are actually dealing with. Focus on yourself and what you need. Let other people fend for themselves, only they know what is right for them.

Leo July 23—August 22 Your artistic side will be activated this week. Wether you create a work of art ,or just reorganize your belongings to display the more interesting items, things will feel more harmonious and fluid. This artistic flow is not limited to physical items, but also includes your ability to communicate ideas.

Aquarius January 20—February 18 You are a valuable player, and an asset to any team.

You are well aware that social constraints do not always allow for the free flow of information, or ideas that go against the dominate group. So, this week, you may need to be a little sneaky when incorporating unusual methodologies.

Virgo August 23—September 22 Do it yourself projects are part and parcel of being a Virgo. This is the perfect time to remodel areas of your home that deal with cleaning, like the bathroom, laundry room, or kitchen.

You have a very systematic approach to projects that ensures a smooth execution and a beautiful finish.

Pisces February 19—March 20 It is time for you to come forward with your ideas and take charge of situations. You may not like being in charge but this week, you will be the one with the know how. Disorganization and indecision are an illusion, you are keenly aware and know where everything is. Trust in yourself.

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city of new buffalo

police blotter february 13-19, 2016 FEBRUARY 20 Ordinance Violation/Noise Complaint Disturbance/Noise Complaint

compiled by linda henderson

daily events

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

EVERY WEDNESDAY

FEBRUARY 22 Assist Other Agency/NB Township PD General Assist/Fingerprints Assist Other Agency/Medic 1

EVERY FRIDAY

FEBRUARY 24 Property Damage Accident Assist Other Agency/AEP FEBRUARY 25 Call Out DPW False Alarm FEBRUARY 26 Civil Standby Assist Other Agency/NB Township PD

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FEBRUARY 21 Suspicious Situation/Open Door Assist Other Agency/NB Township PD (x2)

FEBRUARY 23 Identity Theft Investigation General Assist/Fingerprints Civil Complaint

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

All are welcome.

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.

TUESDAY, MARCH 8

PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY – VOTE 7AM-8PM. New Buffalo City Hall, the Townships and Three Oaks.

New Buffalo Township Rescheduled residents vote at the for: newly opened Township WEDNESDAY, Hall on Red Arrow MARCH 2 Highway.

BENTWOOD TAVERN GIVE-BACK DINNER WEDNESDAY, for MARCH 9 UNITY FOUNDATION OF LA PORTE NEW BUFFALO 5-10PM. Marina Grand SERVICE LEAGUE Resort. 600 W Water 6:30PM. Bentwood St. New Buffalo.

Marina Grand Resort.

269-469-9900. www.

600 Water St. marinagrandresort.com.

New Buffalo.

Dine in support of Guests are welcome important community to attend the dinner non-profits, when and meeting. If you 50% of all food and are interested in beverage revenue is attending or joining donated. Dedicated to the organization, please strengthening the La make reservations, Porte County community by calling Nancy Gino through building permanent endowments at 269-469-1364 or and being a catalyst Paula Dudiak at 269for social an economic 426-3431. vitality. Reservations suggested.

SUNDAY &

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.

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MONDAY, MARCH 12 & 13

BLOSSOMTIME PAGEANT SHOWCASE OF QUEENS 6PM SUN, 7PM MON. LMC Mendel Center. 2755 Napier Ave. Benton Harbor. 269-982-8018. www. blossomtimefestival.org.

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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