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Thursday, March 15, 2018

Barney’s Market breaking, entering suspect arrested PAGE 3 Grand Beach Parks Committee approves land grant application PAGE 4 Chikaming Township Board approves state grant application for Cherry Beach expansion PAGE 5

Board members hear New Buffalo High School updates at meeting PAGE 9

Check out all the 2018 Blossomtime results PAGES 12-13

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Mixing and mingling among the artwork at Chamber Mixer PAGE 14 Local egg hunts on tap for next weekend PAGE 15

CELEBRATING ST. PATRICK’S DAY WITH ANNUAL CORNED BEEF-OFF — PAGE 8 —

PHOTO OF MIKE DOMBROWSKI WITH SAGE AT DAVID’S DELICATESSEN IN NEW BUFFALO

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THE NEW BUFFALO LIONS CLUB WILL BE HOSTING “LIONS KIDSIGHT USA” MARCH 19, 20 AND 21 AT THE NEW BUFFALO SCHOOLS. Lions KidSight USA is a national coalition that brings together Lions programs that screen preschool and school age kids of all ages.

With the permission of parents, all school-age children will be tested by the KidSight Lions program.

At the New Buffalo Middle School and New Buffalo High School.

This is another service provided to our community by the New Buffalo Lions Club.

Our mission is to ensure eye screening and follow-up care is given to all kids because every child deserves to learn and see the world clearly. To do this, we will work with Lions to increase the number of screening programs around the country in order to reach more children when it is possible and where it is needed.

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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANT GUIDELINES Applicants must be full time residents of Chikaming, New Buffalo, or Three Oaks Townships, or the cities and villages therein.

Adult applicants must be at least 21 years of age.

Scholarships will be granted on both merit and fi nancial need.

Application deadline: Thursday, March 15, 2018.

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DESTINATION: LAPORTE LITTLE THEATER New Buffalo’s very own Kevin Murray shined in the role of Dale Harding in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest!

I was mesmerized by the acting of the entire cast—not one of them broke character throughout the entire play! I don’t know how they did it! I never took my eyes off them. It was so convincing that, at one point when I had moved to the front row in order get a photo, I felt as though that at any moment, one of the disturbed patients would decide to leave his ward and join the crowd. (It was a little eerie.) Also, I am still angry with Nurse Ratched and would love to give her a piece of my mind!

This was an outstanding performance! The good news is that you can still see it Friday and Saturday, March 16 and 17, at 7:30 p.m.

CST. There will also be a matinee at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 18. For more information, go to www. laportlittletheater.com.

Before the play on Saturday, a convoy of friends headed to Enzo’s in downtown LaPorte for a lovely dinner. The food was over the top and the service impeccable! I had not been to Enzo’s in LaPorte for a while, but it is well worth the short drive—the Oreccheitte Enzo was delicious! Check out the menu online (it was hard to choose a meal).

Until next week—see you around Harbor Country!

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he New Buffalo Police Department reported that as of Monday, March 5, a suspect was lodged at the Berrien County Jail for an attempted Breaking and Entering at Barney’s Market, located at 10 North Thompson Street in New Buffalo.

The New Buffalo Police Department is working closely with investigators from multiple agencies, including from Dowagiac and Cass counties, to determine if the suspect may be responsible for other Breaking and Entering incidents in the area.

As this is an ongoing and active investigation, the New Buffalo Police Department will be releasing information as it becomes available.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the New Buffalo Police Department at 269-469-1593. Police are asking residents to be alert to suspicious activity throughout the city. — STAFF REPORTS

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (DDA) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE PROJECT

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he City of New Buffalo in partnership with the New Buffalo DDA is in the final phase of making improvements to the community’s downtown area. This work will result in the much needed replacement of water and sewer lines as well as an entirely new streetscape for the downtown. This series of FAQs will be appearing in this newspaper to answer questions about the Downtown Streetscape Project.

Q. WHAT WILL THE LANDSCAPE AND AMENITIES LOOK LIKE WHEN THE PROJECT IS COMPLETED? A. Renderings of the amenities and landscaping depicting what the completed project will look like are available at City Hall. Specific amenities, such as pebble stone and wedge seating, are pictured here.

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Grand Beach Parks Committee approves land grant application LINDA HENDERSON IN THE VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH

he Village of Grand Beach Parks and Recreation Committee held a Public Hearing prior to their regular Wednesday, Mach 7, meeting to discuss the desirability of applying for a grant to acquire and preserve approximately 42 acres of land located north of Grand Beach Road and east of Fox Trail in the Village of Grand Beach.

Residents who filled the meeting room heard an overview of the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF) Grant application process by Mario Ortega of McKenna Associates, who is assisting the village with grant preparation and submittal of the grant.

The land became available for sale this past spring. Village residents have been eager to preserve it in its natural state, rather than see any part of it be developed. While some of the land is zoned for medium density housing, according to the Village Zoning Map, a portion of it contains an area known as a Coastal Plain Marsh, which is unique to Southwest Michigan and is also a protected environmental area within the parcel.

The Coastal Plain Marsh supports rare and sensitive flora and fauna, as well as attracts birds and butterflies and supports numerous species of wild life. Ortega stated that as a park, it provides walking and hiking trails, which add a benefit for all who want to enjoy the natural features of the marsh area.

The property is also adjacent to Chikaming Open Lands’ (COL) 11-acre Grand Beach Marsh, which is also a rare Coast Plan Marsh site. As stated on COL’s website, the “Great Lakes Coastal Marshes are considered one of the richest habitats on earth and support high plant diversity.” An additional 10 acres of the land within the parcel is the site of the villages’ golf driving range, which they currently lease from Grand Beach Development Company for $1 per year. The land owners have expressed that they aren’t interested in splitting off and selling just that portion of the parcel.

Ortega explained that the application was for the acquisition of land only, and that it wasn’t a grant for any future development potential on the parcel. He did present a possible future concept plan, which included a minimal impact fishing pier and public parking, all of which, if built, would have to be ADA compliant. He stated that the village had no obligation or time line to ever build the concept plan that he presented.

Residents in attendance strongly expressed that they did not want any type of future development on the land.

Oretega said the only obligation in the grant was to give the park/preserve land a name and to provide one sign designating the property as a park or preserve. Additionally, the village would be required to hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for the public park/preserve.

Oretega added that the key to writing the grant was to be able to use the information regarding the site for anyone that was not familiar with the land. He said that the grant should explain to them “why it is important to use public funds to acquire it” and that it needs to “justify a need.”

In being considered for the grant award, he said the state would add points for many different categories. One area that will garner points is that the Village of Grand Beach has never applied for a MNRTF grant. Another high point getter is that there will be no fee to the public to use the preserve and there will be no restrictions to access the preserve. In addition, the land has never been developed; it’s in its’ natural state. Ortega said this is “a good benefit.” The planned Marquette Greenway Trail, which would be adjacent to the preserve, would also help them gain points; however, it was stated by members of the audience that most village residents have voiced opposition in past meetings to the trail running along the Grand Beach Road side of the railroad tracks.

When asked about the grant time frame, Ortega stated there are several time lines. The grant submission is due to the state by Sunday, April 1. Before the grant is submitted, a few things need to be completed, including the requirement for a Public Hearing, which was currently taking place. In addition, the Village Council must approve the grant applications at their Wednesday, March 21, meeting. There is still a buyer’s

(Village of Grand Beach) appraisal to be completed, which is in the process of being prepared. The seller, Grand Land Development Company, has completed their appraisal. The seller’s appraisal states the property value is at $3.2 million.

There also must be a signed real estate contract submitted with the application, and a letter of understanding from the seller stating that they understand the closing funds are pending the grant approval and that matching funds need to be secured.

The land must also have a name. Following the grant submittal, and during the review period, the state may come back for clarification and to ask questions. The grant will be awarded or denied by October or November 2018. Following the award, the grant then goes to the state legislature for 2018 approval by several subcommittees, and for the authorization of the state funds to be appropriated. The final money will be provided around June 2019, at which time the sale of the parcel would be closed in a normal real estate transaction. At that time, all the villages’ 25 percent contribution of funds would have to be provided to the state for the closing to be scheduled and completed.

Following the closing, the land would be owned by the village and not by the state.

The grant request will be for 75 percent of the purchase price, to be determined by the appraisal. The state requires the village to provide 25 percent of the funds, which is estimated to be approximately $750,000, based on the sellers appraised value of approximately $3 million.

The 25 percent match can come from a number of sources, such as municipal funds, private donations, or an in-kind donation from the seller. Village President Paul Leonard Jr, who was in attendance, stated that the Village Council has previously stated that the village does not have the funds available and could not support a bond payment with the current village revenues. He said that the council also does not want to go to the residents for a special assessment, nor do they want to raise any taxes for this acquisition, both of which would have to be a referendum vote by the residents. Ortega stated that the seller may choose to participate in the purchase, with an in-kind price adjustment, and private funds can be raised.

It was stated that the sellers are “friendly participants” in the transaction.

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illage residents have been actively organizing a funding campaign that was spearheaded by Shelia McGinnis and her committee. McGinnis reported at the meeting that, to-date, more than $300,000 in private funds have been pledged toward the land acquisition. These funds could be used for a portion of or all of the 25 percent that is required for the match. The required match will be determined by the final contract purchase price.

Following the closing of the Public Hearing, the Parks Committee, chaired by Village councilman Frank Giglio, stated, “The overwhelming desire of the residents (in attendance) is to preserve and protect the entire parcel now and for future generations.” The Committee voted to pursue the grant, “as there is strong public funding and support.” The village is under no obligation to accept the grant if the matching funds are not raised.

Park Committee members considered a couple of name options. Member Laurie Roche suggested Grand Beach Nature Park, and member Blake O’Halleron suggested Grand Beach Preserve. The members finally decided on a combination of the two suggestions: Grand Beach Nature Preserve.

Leonard Jr., speaking as a resident and as the village president, stated, “I like the name Grand Beach Nature Preserve because it was a parcel acquired by the village and the village residents, who expressed a desire and had the will to purchase it and preserve the land.”

Park Committee members also discussed where the hikers would park. They stated that no parking will be allowed on adjacent roads, but visitors to the preserve could park at Village Hall. It was pointed out the village has never had any parking issues with hikers visiting the Grand Beach Marsh site.

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Chikaming Township Board approves state grant application for Cherry Beach expansion

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

with regards to the DNR Recreation Passport Grant for he Chikaming Township Board’s approval of the township expanding its public beach frontage by Harbert Community Park.

50 percent was met with a round of applause at The grant will provide funding in the amount of $56,200 their Thursday, March 8, meeting. to be used toward the development of concrete walkways, Responding to a request from the Park Board, an expanded parking lot and a fishing/viewing platform. board members agreed to sign a resolution authorizing the The resolution states that the township accepts the terms of Township Board to apply for a Michigan Department of the Project Agreement, and that $18,750 will be provided in Natural Resources (MDNR) Trust Fund Grant in the amount matching funds. of $3.3 million to be used toward the township’s acquisition Police Chief Todd Taylor presented a Certificate of Bravery of the approximately three-acre, undeveloped Beidler Trust to Officer Brandon Jones for rescuing a dog from the middle property that is adjacent to Cherry Beach. of a frozen pond the night of Wednesday, Jan. 17.

The grant is due April 1. Recently, the property has been After listed with an “venturing asking price of onto the pond,” $4.65 million.

Taylor said the Park Board dog fell through members had the ice. Jones enlisted the help used a canoe of Cherry Beach to get to the Committee dog, “busting members to through” the ice help them with an oar. He jumpstart the grabbed the dog “Cherry Beach from the middle Preservation of the pond and Expansion before being Project.” pulled onshore According to by the owner of the resolution, the property on the estimated which the pond project cost is was located. $4.4 million.

“His love for While the grant animals, his will cover 75 commitment percent of the for serving cost, $1.1 million mankind took Police Chief Todd Taylor presents a Certificate of Bravery to Officer Brandon Jones in matching over that night,” funds (or 25 Taylor said. percent of the cost) must be raised through other grants Township Supervisor David Bunte said that the township and private donations. Township board members approved would be discontinuing its recycling program. the Park Board pursuing additional grant funding through The program had been made possible through grant Berrien Community Foundation grants. funding from The Pokagon Fund; however, that funding had In addition, board members agreed the township would ran out last May. Bunte also added that residents had recently commit $175,000 toward the match amount. been depositing garbage into the recycling bins located at the Citing his support for the township’s contribution, board back of Township Center. trustee Rich Sullivan stressed that they should look “beyond Bunte said that they would inform residents of other now” in terms of how the land acquisition could impact future options, such as waste management companies that offer generations. home services for recycling at reasonable prices.

“I think my grandchildren’s generation will look back Board members approved a resolution allowing Taylor to and say, “I’m glad grandpa’s generation thought about the beaches, or thought about the parks and the preserves …that’s perform grant writing for a township security camera and interview and interrogation room program from the Michigan just my inclination,” he said.

Township Participation Plan Risk Reduction Grant Program.

Board members were surprised that the proposed Board members approved amendments to the 2017-2018 acquisition hadn’t elicited any negative responses. The public Building Fund and Water and Sewer budgets. had had ample opportunities to express concerns, including Board members adopted a resolution on the 2017-2019 at last month’s public forum that was hosted by the Park Annual Appropriations Act. Board.

A 2 percent salary increase across the board for Township Board members also approved signing a Memorandum Board members for the 2018-2019 fiscal year was approved. of Understanding between Harbor Country Hikers and Board members approved Officer Max Agens attending Chikaming Township for the Hikers to “develop and maintain training involving the medicolegal investigation of death a low impact trail” on the acquired property for the next five in Dearborn, Michigan, from May 16-18 at a cost of $495; years. The Hikers will be providing trailhead signs and trail markers subject to the township’s approval, perform “periodic Officer Paige Holtz attending patrol rifle instructor training in Commerce Township, Michigan, from May 7-11 at a trail inspections” and lead one hike per year for the next three cost of $899; and Officer Jones attending field training in years.

Also at the meeting, board members adopted a resolution Kalamazoo, Michigan, from April 23-27 at a cost of $745.

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POLICE WARN OF BREWING PHONE SCAM

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olice have issued a warning about a new, ongoing onering phone scam that could potentially be very costly to the innocent public.

Police are warning that those who receive a one-ring call shouldn’t answer or attempt to return the call, especially if it is from an unfamiliar area code. Those who return the call will potentially be charged for an out-of-country call, and the caller may be able to identify their personal information.

The police are warning everyone to be aware of these one-ring scam artists and hackers.

While these calls normally originate from outside of the U.S., similar to U.S. area codes, they have three-digit area codes. As a result, the calls peak people’s interest. The police advise them to not be “tempted to answer the strange call or return the strange call.” Those who return the call may be charged by the minute by a pay-per-call phone line. Those who don’t get connected to the caller will still become vulnerable for the scam.

If the originator does answer, police say they know exactly what to say to convince someone to buy a service they don’t need, often an expensive service. The hackers request personal information, such as a credit card number and someone’s current address. Police say never to give this information out, especially to unknown sources.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued an official warning about the one-ring scam. They have identified the following international area codes that are most likely to be involved with the scam: 268, which comes from the Caribbean countries of Antigua and Barbuda; 809, which comes from the Dominican Republic; 876, which comes from Jamaica; 284, which comes from the British Virgin Islands; and 473, which comes from Grenada.

The FCC issued the following statement: “Remember, you should always be cautious even if a number appears authentic.

Criminals may also engage in caller ID ‘spoofing’ – deliberately falsifying the information transmitted to your caller ID display to disguise their identity. (See the FCC consumer guide on Spoofing and Caller ID.) Bottom line: Avoid answering or returning any calls from unfamiliar area codes or calls you suspect may be spoofed.”

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Whittaker Street Scoops RETAINING WALLS GOING IN ON N. WHITTAKER SIDEWALKS

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ork has been quickly moving forward during the week of Monday, March 12, which marks the 22nd week of the North Whittaker Street Redevelopment Project.

As construction advances into the final weeks, most of the roadway within the project limits will be closed to through traffic. In addition, intermittent sidewalk closures will be necessary for constructing the streetscape.

At their weekly public meeting, Abonmarche, the projects civil engineering firm, stated that they “will continue to work with residents and businesses to the extent feasible to minimize disruptions, we ask for your cooperation and patience as we work to complete this exciting project for New Buffalo.”

Work anticipated for this week includes Pajay installing a conduit for landscape irrigation and utility work on North Whittaker Street, with the possibility of intermittent roadway closures.

Concrete work for retaining walls will continue, starting with the wall outside of Warner Vineyards Tasting Room on the east side of Whittaker Street and David’s Deli on the west side of the street. Full-block roadway closures will be required.

Sidewalks have been removed from sections of both blocks on North Whittaker Street and retaining walls are being installed in some locations. The concrete retaining walls are part of the overall sidewalk plan to accommodate the steep slope of the sidewalks and permit ADA access to buildings with raised entrances.

Additional sidewalk removal on both blocks of North Whittaker will continue. Full-block closures will be required intermittently. Access to several businesses will be impacted due to the ongoing retaining wall work. Crews will accommodate access to front doors to the extent that it is safe and feasible.

David’s Deli and Rosie’s Café may require the use of side entries but will remain open. When possible, North Whittaker Street and the sidewalks will remain open and passable for vehicles and pedestrians; however, more closures are expected.

The light poles on the west side of North Whittaker Street will be removed soon. Temporary lighting will be in place before the poles on the east side are taken down.

Curbs will be poured starting the week of March 19, with the full width of sidewalk following. Notices will be distributed to businesses/residents prior to concrete work.

The streetscape plan has reached the final approval stages, as chosen benches, street lighting and landscaping have been approved by the City Council for spring

installation. The DDA is still reviewing downtown area. The work underway on details regarding informational signage North Whittaker Street reflects the final and outdoor cafe seating. portion of the $4.3 million investment Water service connections to the in the downtown, which began in Spring interior of buildings requires access 2017 on East and West Mechanic and within the buildings. Residents and/or North Barton streets. This work will business owners along North Whittaker not only result in the much-needed Street who have not signed a permission replacement of water and sewer lines, form to authorize access to their but in an entirely new streetscape for the buildings to perform service connection downtown. work should do The City Council THE FOLLOWING OUTLOOK so at City Hall as approved going FOR MARCH AND THE soon as possible. for bid on Phase COMING MONTH IS Notices are to III of the project APPROXIMATE: be distributed at their January to businesses/ 16, 2018, council

WEEK OF MARCH 19 residents prior Curb (west side, north half), meeting. Phase to water service conduit installation, utility III includes the connection work amenities package, work. Businesses such as benches, WEEK OF MARCH 26 and residents bike racks, waste Curb, utility work, sidewalk are advised receptacles installation to continue and trees and to run water WEEK OF APRIL 2 landscaping. during freezing Curb, sidewalk installation, Pajay crews conditions as has utility work, landscaping scooped their been previously first shovelfuls WEEK OF APRIL 9 done, to prevent of asphalt and Curb, sidewalk installation, freezing until dirt for the North utility work, landscaping notified that the Whittaker Street new water system WEEK OF APRIL 16 Project’s Phase II is functional.

Curb, sidewalk installation, Thursday, Oct. 5, The next utility work, landscaping 2017. The project public tailgate WEEK OF APRIL 23 meeting is at 9 is expected to Cross walks/pavers, a.m. Thursday, be substantially landscaping, paving March 15, at New complete for 2018 Buffalo City Hall.

Memorial Day WEEK OF APRIL 30 This standing weekend activities.

Paving, landscaping weekly meeting WEEK OF MAY 7 is intended he Paving, landscaping, to provide crews restoration, furnishing construction will installed updates and to strive allow residents the to keep opportunity to ask questions regarding the roadway open, where possible, after the construction process. construction hours and on weekends.

The redevelopment plan called for the Parking on adjacent streets has been sanitary sewer to be laid in the middle of developed to serve the downtown area the street. The new water service main while North Whittaker Street is impacted lines are on the west side of the street due to construction. with lateral lines connecting to the east Parking is available on North Barton side, and the storms sewers run along Street, at the Barton and West Mechanic the east side of North Whittaker Street. streets parking lot, on East and West All of these installations have been Mechanic Street and at the city lot on the completed. corner of Buffalo and North Whittaker Phase II work has continued, weather streets and on North Thompson Street. permitting, through the month of March Parking is available on North Whittaker with the replacement of gas lines and Street when the road is open to traffic. the burying of electrical lines, which All construction schedules are will take place after the water service is subject to change without notice due to fully installed. Crews will perform the weather, underground issues and other final site grading and install light pole unforeseen circumstances. foundations. In April, new lighting will Paver bricks from North Whittaker be installed along with new curbs and Street continue to be available to the sidewalks. The final roadway paving, residents at the boat launch parking lot. landscaping and site amenities will be No heavy equipment is allowed to sort or done in May. The City of New Buffalo, in partnership load the vintage bricks.

For further information go to www. with the New Buffalo Downtown cityofnewbuffalo.org. — COMPILED BY Development Authority (DDA), is in LINDA HENDERSON, ABONMARCHE the final phase of making much-needed improvements to the community’s AND THE CITY OF NEW BUFFALO

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Youth Fair announces 2018 grandstand lineup

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errien County Youth Fair (BCYF) officials have announced the 2018 youth fair lineup of entertainment acts for Berrien County’s premier summer youth showcase.

The BCYF entertainment committee is excited to bring you headliner country duo, LOCASH, Wednesday, Aug. 15.

Welcomed by 97.5 Y Country and presented by United Federal Credit Union, Wednesday, August 15, will feature LOCASH, a country music duo comprised of singer-songwriters Chris Lucas and Preston Brust, natives of Baltimore, Maryland, and Indianapolis, Indiana, respectively. With a sound that fuses modern country and classic heartland rock with an edgy vocal blend, the independently-minded partners have been revered as “one of Nashville’s hardest-working acts” by Rolling Stone. According to Billboard, their live shows have “consistently been among the most energetic and entertaining in the country music genre.” With two albums and eight charting singles to their credit, Demolition fans will LOCASH broke out in 2015 with their celebrate the news of not gold-certified hit, “I Love This Life,” followed by the gold-certified number one, but two nights of destruction at this year’s one song, “I Know Somebody” (their fair. An all-truck derby first trip to the top of the country will be taking place radio airplay charts) and 2017’s funThursday, Aug. 16, while loving, romantic anthem, “Ring on an all-car derby will be Every Finger.” All three singles were taking place Friday, Aug. part of their Reviver Records album 17. Time honored favorites debut, THE FIGHTERS, which was returning for 2018 will released in Summer 2016 to Top include Tractor Pull 15 success. The follow up to THE Monday, Aug. 13, Circus FIGHTERS is expected in 2018, with Continental Tuesday, the forthcoming album’s first single, Aug. 14 and Bullmania “Don’t Get Better Than That,” now Saturday, Aug. 18. available on all digital platforms.

As songwriters, Lucas and Brust have scored two undeniable hits (Keith Urban’s number one “You Gonna Fly” in 2011 and Tim McGraw’s platinum-certified “Truck Yeah” in 2012).

Currently nominated for Vocal Duo of the Year and New Vocal Duo or Group of the Year at the upcoming ACM Awards, they previously scored nominations at the CMT Music Awards and CMA Awards in 2017. This spring, LOCASH will hit the road with country hit maker Billy Currington after spending 2017 headlining shows and sharing the bill with Faith Hill and Tim McGraw on select dates of the SOUL 2 SOUL TOUR. Demolition fans will celebrate the news of not one, but two nights of destruction at this year’s fair. An all-truck derby will be taking place Thursday, Aug. 16, while an all-car derby will be taking place Friday, Aug. 17. Time honored favorites returning for 2018 will include Tractor Pull Monday, Aug. 13, Circus Continental Tuesday, Aug. 14 and Bullmania Saturday, Aug. 18.

With the return of the much-loved demolition derby in 2017, the BCYF had an overwhelming number of derby competitors to pack into one night of derby fun. As a result, this year, the BCYF entertainment committee and derby promoter TNT Demolition Derby decided to split classes up into two nights. Welcomed by WSJM Sports and presented by Honor Credit Union, trucks, small SUVs and trucks, gut n’ go mini vans, as well as power wheels, will be prominently featured Thursday, Aug. 16. Welcomed by ROCK 107 WIRX, there will be big car limited weld, gut n’ go FWD, compact car bonestock build, bumper swap, big car bonestock, and the kid-friendly favorite, power wheels Friday, Aug. 17.

Welcomed by 97.5 Y-Country and presented by Brookfield Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, the fans will have a chance to be entertained by the always popular Bullmania, which will include bull riding and mutton busting, Saturday, Aug. 18.

The rest of the BCYF Grandstand lineup includes the favorite weekly opener of the traditional Truck and Tractor Pull. The Light Limited Pro, Hot Farm, Diesel Trucks, Super Farm, and Modified Pulls will be held the night of Monday, Aug. 13. The event is presented by Miles Truck Services Inc. and welcomed by WSJM Sports.

Welcomed by 98.3 The Coast, the ever-popular Kids Day featuring three free shows by Circus Continental in the grandstand will take place Tuesday, Aug. 14.

Tickets for grandstand shows go on sale at 9 a.m. Wednesday, April 4.

Tickets can be purchased at the Fair office, www.bcyf.org or 269-473-1500.

(Ticket fees do not include gate admission.)

The Berrien County Youth Fair is celebrating their 73rd year in existence with the theme “Passport to Adventure” from Monday through Saturday, Aug. 13-18. — STAFF REPORTS

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A very Irish corned beef-off at David’s Delicatessen

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veryone reveled in being Irish for a day during the eighth annual Corned Beef-Off at David’s Delicatessen Sunday, March 11.

Guests lined up to fill their plates with an array of corned beef selections, which they enjoyed alongside a traditional Irish meal of cabbage, potatoes, and rye bread and mustard. Guests washed down their meals with Vinho Verde wine and beer from New Holland Brewing in Holland, Michigan, Andrew Shennan scoops up and Transient Artisan Ales in Bridgeman, some cabbage at the counter Cathy Ponsier and Brian Manske enjoy their brews Michigan.

This year’s event featured 17 corned beef entries from purveyors across the country, including Chicago, New York and Indianapolis. Closer to home were entries from David’s and Patellie’s in Three Oaks, Michigan. Among the three vegan corned beef options was a local entry from Black Currant Bakehouse in Union Pier, Michigan.

After stuffing themselves with corned beef, guests were invited to cast their ballots for Abby Voss pours some brews their favorite purveyor. This year’s declared winner was Burn ’Em Brewing in Michigan City, Indiana. Second place went to Patellie’s, and third place went to David’s. The winner of the vegan corned beef competition was Black Getting into the Irish spirit are Ann Brizzolara, Sue Leahy, Currant Bakehouse.

Jean Brizzolara, Patty Shennan, Julie Ryan and Julie Lindsay David’s proprietors Joe Lindsay and Emma Brewster could be seen dishing up corned beef and welcoming guests to the festivities.

Lindsay walked among the crowded tables and clumps of people, auctioning off whole AhTu! provides the live entertainment briskets of corned beef to the hungry masses. in the back The crowd included new as well as returning guests. Attending the event for the third time was Richard Oberheu from St. Joseph, Michigan, who said he came with his brother, Bob. Standing in the back room and listening Enjoying corned beef and brews at David’s to Ah Tu! provide the live entertainment, he said he was pleased to see everyone actually singing along to the “authentic Irish music.”

“They (David’s) have Frankie Biggs (right) enjoys a slice of good music and good food,” rye bread with her dad, Joe, at David’s he said, adding that he especially liked this year’s corned beef selections from Detroit.

This year’s event benefited Harbor Country Mission.

The nonprofit organization aids those who are in and on the border of financial crisis by partnering with community members through local service.

According to their Facebook page, Harbor Country Mission provides home repairs and furnishings, life coaching, a thrift store, and jobs to those in need. They Dan and Joe Lindsay get ready are located at 12816 Red to auction off a whole Grobbel’s Arrow Highway in Sawyer, Emma Brewster thanks everyone corned beef brisket from Detroit Michigan. for coming to the Corned Beef-Off to the hungry masses A packed house at David’s

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unday was selection Sunday, the day that 10 athletic directors and conference commissioners chose which colleges would participate in this year’s N.C.A.A. basketball tournament. There are 351 division one basketball teams, and 32 are pre-determined by winning their conference championship or tournaments, which leaves only thirty six open slots to be filled by the remaining 329 schools.

Many of the thirty six spots are filled by really good teams and many of the 329 schools didn’t play very well this season, so they knew they wouldn’t be chosen. Ten or twelve teams remain to vie for the final few spaces.

As usual, a few teams surprised us by being selected, and a few that we assumed were shoo-ins were passed by. Apprehension before the announcements, then anger or joy depending on the fate of your school, ruled the day.

Oklahoma was chosen because they have one of the most exciting players in the nation, even though they haven’t played very well lately. Notre Dame didn’t make it, even though their star player returned from an injury and they were playing much better. Syracuse made it, seemingly because their teams fans travel well, and Saint Mary’s lost out even though their record was 28-5. Thankfully, the decision of who will eventually be champion will be decided on the court, not through a selection process.

Michigan and Michigan State are both third seeds in their respective regions, while Loyola of Chicago is an 11 seed, so interest in this area is high. Much of our fascination with the tournament is due to filling out the March Madness brackets and deciding who will beat who all the way to the National championship, which will be decided on April 2. In all the years I’ve filled out pools, only once did I come close to winning. Most of the time, my teams lose early and my chances of winning become microscopic. Through the years, most of my employers thought that these pools were a waste of company time, but one believed it was a good idea to participate because it helped build company morale. He was my favorite.

So, what do you think? Can Michigan or Michigan State win the national championship? Can Loyola be the Cinderella team this year? Because my history of prognostication is so poor, I will not jinx any of these teams by choosing them to be the winners. Instead, I will pick North Carolina and see if my streak of poor choices continues. In any event, I encourage everyone to fill out a pool and have some fun whether you choose wisely or poorly. Knowledge of college basketball is not required as people who haven’t paid any attention to games during the regular season, often end up winning by picking the team with the uniforms they like best or some such thing. By the way, when the tournament ends, the baseball season will have begun and that means it will probably be warm and sunny. Ain’t life grand?

Poet Shel Silverstein said “I will not play tug o’ war. I’d rather play hug o’ war. Where everyone hugs instead of tugs. Where everyone giggles and rolls on the rug. Where everyone kisses, and everyone grins, and everyone cuddles, and everyone wins.” Be kind to one another.

Make good choices. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week.

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Board members hear New Buffalo High School updates at meeting

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ew Buffalo High School students and staff members have been really busy this year, New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education members learned when Middle/High School Secondary Principal Wayne Butler gave an annual report at their Monday, March 12, board meeting.

Butler said Building Trades students were working hard on constructing their new house in the second lot at Summerhill Estates in New Buffalo, where the district purchased five lots in Spring 2016. The house should be completed by the end of the school year.

In her updates on the language classes, Spanish teacher Kelly Weidenmiller said that she was proposing that middle school Spanish be split into three different levels: beginner’s Spanish, Spanish 1A and Spanish 1 B. Incoming sixth graders would take beginner’s Spanish and have to reach a certain level before moving on to Spanish IA. Weidenmiller added that they hosted six students from Spain last October. Another spring break trip to Spain next spring was also in the works.

Recently, 14 students had earned four college credits, which gave them a third semester proficiency of a language that was necessary for a Bachelor of Arts, after taking Weidenmiller’s Southwestern Michigan College’s Spanish 201 class. (Weidenmiller is an adjunct professor at the college).

This May, eight students would be taking the AP Spanish test. Should students earn a qualifying score on the test, Weidenmiller said they’d earn 24 college credits, which was equal to two years of language study.

Science teacher Carol Grandholm and a group of her students in AP Biology briefly discussed recent activities, which included a trip to a genetics conference. There, students heard a professor from Indiana University discuss cancer, Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats (or CRISPR) and third hand smoking.

Butler gave an update on the robotics team, the Bionic Bison, saying that, for the first time in the school’s history, a robot made it to the quarter finals.

The new middle/high school social worker, Shannon Miller, has been working to combat the anxiety problem that existed among their students.

Miller theorized that this was due to students’ constant use of cell phones. Butler said he concurred with Miller and was advocating for student “technology breaks.”

Due to the recent Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, Florida, that killed 17 people last month, the topic of school safety had recently taken center stage within the district. Butler said students were participating in a nationwide student walkout protest Wednesday, March 14, where they would be giving speeches in the parking lot for 17 minutes. Butler said the organized event would give students a “safe” way to make their voices heard.

As a follow-up, Butler said the student senate

was planning activities, such as having a weekly discussion topic planned for an alternating Bonus period and encouraging their fellow students to accomplish two simple tasks of kindness.

Butler said that the Academic Challenge team would be competing at the state competition at Michigan State University April 19-21.

More than 60 middle and high school students participated in the cast, crew or band in the recent spring musical, “Annie.” Between the three shows, Butler said they had approximately 1,000 people attend. The musical was directed by fine art teacher Jacob Zapor.

Butler said the high school band had recently received a Division 2 rating at their recent Michigan State Band and Orchestra Association Concert Band Festival. Students had received particularly high accolades for their sight-reading portion. The band is directed by Bands Director Christina Baumann.

Butler concluded that he hoped they would continue to “find ways to individualize and meet kids where they are in terms of continued success at the high school level.

“I hope to build those relationships – to keep building those individual relationships,” he said.

Also at the meeting, board members accepted, with regret, the resignation letters of from the following teachers: Diane Chase, middle school special education teacher; Grandholm; and Smart Lab teacher Patricia Newton effective at end of the school year.

Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie noted that Chase had received her Michigan Association of Middle School Educators Teacher of the Year award that day in the presence of several of her teaching colleagues.

He called Grandholm “phenomenal,” and said that a “great atmosphere” permeates each of her classes.

As for Newton, Leslie said that she gave off an energy that was “infectious.”

Board members also accepted, with regret, the resignation of Randy Mast as varsity boys’ basketball coach. Leslie said that he was now in the school district’s athletics “hall of fame.”

Board members approved the hiring of the following coaches for 2018: Maggie Mullen, assistant softball coach; Nicholas Talbott, assistant soccer coach; and Matthew Johnson, assistant track coach.

Leslie mentioned that he’d been talking with engineering, surveying and architectural firm Wightman & Associates about acquiring new furniture for the middle/high school and elementary school. For the middle/high school, he said he was especially looking to update the furniture in the commons areas. In the elementary school, Leslie said Wightman would be bringing in some samples of different seating styles for the classroom. Between the two buildings, he said the cost for new furniture could be between $50,000 to $70,000.

Board members approved the purchase of a new bus, delivered, in the amount of $86,927.

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BEEKEEPER THE FEATURED SPEAKER AT MARCH 20 GARDEN CLUB EVENT

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ollen Producing Trees That Bees Love will be the topic for The River Valley Garden Club’s March 20 meeting at the Harbert Community Church. Beekeeper Mike Conner is the guest speaker. Conner has been a beekeeper for 50+ years and owns Honeytree Nursery in Shelbyville, Michigan.

Harbert Community Church is at the corner of Three Oaks and Harbert Roads in Sawyer A business meeting will start at 1 p.m. and Conner’s presentation will start at 1:45 p.m. Anyone with an interest in gardening and ecology is welcome to attend.

The River valley Garden Club is involved in service projects throughout the year including an Arbor Day project, a large plant and bake sale on May 19, and they also provide some landscaping for adult care facilities.

More information is available on the club’s website, www. rivervalleygardenclub.org. — STAFF REPORTS

ENCHANTED TEA AT THE HISTORY MUSEUM

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ring the young ones in your life to the Enchanted Tea, being presented by The History Museum at 11:30 a.m. Sat., March 24. The cost is $25/general; $20/ youth 4-17, and $20/members. Reservations are required and can be made online at historymuseumSB.org or by calling 235-9664, ext. 233.

The tea celebrates the wonders of spring. Fairies will show guests to their table in the Oliver Mansion’s Carriage House, bright with decorations of the season. This one-of-akind experience offers a menu of savories, sweets, and classic teas.

The tea is followed by private tours of special areas of the 38room Oliver Mansion. An egg hunt in The History Museum’s Kidsfirst play area is also offered.

For information, call 574235-9664 or visit www. historymuseumsb.org. — STAFF REPORTS

Chikaming Open Lands protects 74 acres of farmland in Chikaming Township

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n Dec. 27, 2017, Chikaming Open Lands (COL) placed a conservation easement on approximately 74 acres of prime farmland in Chikaming Township.

The easement, which was acquired by COL with the help of a federal grant, extinguishes the development rights on the land, preserving it for agricultural use in perpetuity. Owned and farmed by Mike Jasper of Sawyer, Michigan, the land is located at Flynn and Warren Woods roads and is planted with a rotation of corn and soybeans.

“Farmland preservation is so important, particularly in this region, where agriculture is such a big piece of our economy,” said COL Executive Director Ryan Postema.

The property’s location being adjacent to several other properties protected by COL, including the 144-acre Zeiger Family Farm, made it even more desirable, according to Postema.

“With this conservation easement, we have been able to create a protected zone of more than 200 acres,” he said.

COL received funding to acquire the easement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), which provides grants and technical assistance to help conserve working agricultural lands. The ACEP grant covered 50 percent of the acquisition cost, while the remainder was funded in part by a donation from Jasper in the form of a price reduction, and in part by funds previously raised for land acquisitions from a combination of individual donors and The Pokagon Fund.

Jasper, who farms more than 800 acres in the area, says the decision to protect the property was an easy one.

“This [farmland] is too good to put houses on,” he said.

In addition, Jasper added that he is also thinking of the future.

“I have a 13-year-old son who says he wants to farm,” said Jasper. “So, I want to be sure this land is available for him to do that.”

Chikaming Open Lands is the local land conservancy dedicated to preserving the open spaces and natural rural character of southwest Berrien County, Michigan. COL works to protect and restore native plant and animal habitat, improve water quality, and permanently preserve ecologically significant forests, prairies and wetlands, as well as prime farmland and other open spaces in this area. COL serves nine townships in southwest Berrien County, and has been instrumental in preserving 1,755 acres of open space since its founding in 1999. — STAFF REPORTS

Friendship Botanic Gardens seeking help for volunteer workday

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riendship Botanic Gardens will be hosting a volunteer workday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (CDT) Saturday, March, 24.

Friendship Botanic Gardens is gearing up for another spring season, and they need dedicated volunteers to help them get their 105-acre botanic park ready for another year of amazing experiences. Work will include weeding, raking, and clearing debris.

Since the gardens are primarily volunteer based, volunteers are needed to help get the gardens prepared for the 2018 season. The day will be an exciting opportunity for the community to take part in the ongoing revitalization of an important part of Northwest Indiana’s cultural heritage. It will also be a good opportunity for students to get community service hours.

Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own rakes and garden gloves, if possible.

Light refreshments will be provided (water and cookies). Volunteers should dress for the weather, as the event will occur rain or shine.

Those who are interested should RSVP at info@friendshipgardens.org or 219-8789885 by Thursday, March 22.

Friendship Botanic Gardens is located at 2055 East U.S. Highway 12 in Michigan City, Indiana. — STAFF REPORTS

I am indeed amazed when I consider how weak my mind is and how prone to error.

— Rene Descartes

Tony Awardwinning Cabaret comes to The Mendel Center Based on Roundabout Theatre Company’s Tony Award-winning production, Sam Mendes (Skyfall, American Beauty) and Rob Marshall’s (Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) Cabaret comes to the The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College on Tuesday, May 1, at 7 p.m.

This all-new production launched December 2017 in Worcester, Massachusetts, with tour direction

by BT McNicholl (Spamalot), tour choreography by Jennifer Werner, and original costume design by William Ivey Long (Chicago, Cinderella). A company of 21 quadruple threat performers (actors, singers, dancers, and musicians) features Erik Schneider as the Emcee and Bailey McCall Thomas as Sally Bowles.

The audience will be welcomed to the infamous Kit Kat Klub, where the Emcee, Sally Bowles, and a raucous ensemble take the stage nightly to tantalize the crowd–and to leave their troubles outside. But as life in preWWII Germany grows more and more uncertain, will the decadent allure of Berlin nightlife be enough to get them through their dangerous times?

The production features some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including “Cabaret,” “Willkommen,” and “Maybe This Time.”

Leave your troubles outside—life is beautiful at Cabaret.

John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Joe Masteroff’s Tony Award-winning musical about following your heart while the world loses its way. For more information, please visit www. cabaretmusical.com.

This production is intended for mature audiences.

Tickets for Cabaret are on sale at www.themendelcenter.com, through The Mendel Center Box Office at 269927-8700, option 1, and in person weekdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the box office located in The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College, 2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor.

Show ticket discounts are available for seniors, students and children, active military members, and veterans.

Groups of 10 or more receive show ticket discounts when orders are placed through The Mendel Center Box Office or online. Contact the box office about reserving private pre- and postshow party areas and transform your show experience into a school field trip, birthday party, or other celebration.

This performance of Cabaret is sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro and 22 WSBT. This activity is supported by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs. — STAFF REPORTS

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Riley Ellis of Miss Stevensville is Miss Blossomtime 2018; Garrett Brandt of Hartford is Mr. Blossomtime 2018

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very surprised Riley Ellis of Stevensville Miss Blossomtime Riley Ellis has dual enrollment was crowned the 86th Miss Blossomtime at Lakeshore High School and Southwest Michigan Monday, March 12, in a pageant that College. She is a two-time recipient of the Lakeshore showcased 23 area queens and 33 young Excellence Foundation scholarships; two-time gentlemen who were representing Indiana gymnastics state team competitor; and Southwest Michigan communities. she holds varsity letters in track and field and golf.

Miss Eau Claire/Sodus Jamie Tidey was crowned She also volunteers in a number of organizations.

First Runner-up, Miss Coloma Micah Saxe was Riley plans to pursue a doctorate degree in physical crowned Second Runner-up and Miss Congeniality therapy and a master’s degree in sports psychology. honors went to Miss Spirit/Hartford Olivia Ziemer.

She is the daughter of Michelle and Greg Ellis. Prior The 112th Blossomtime Showcase of Queens to the crowning, the contestants were asked what the Pageant was held Sunday and Monday, March 11 most important role or duty of Miss Blossomtime and 12, at Lake Michigan College Mendel Center was. Riley said that she wanted to be a good role in Benton Harbor. model for her peers and At 112 years old, the for younger children.

Blossomtime Festival Riley also won the best interview award of $200. is the state’s longest Blossomtime First running multiRunner-up Miss Eau community festival.

Claire/Sodus Jamie This year’s theme was, “Roll out the red carpet an evening of stars.” The opening dance routine was a crowd pleaser and set the stage for an exciting evening of formal presentations.

The contestants were also honored with other awards throughout the evening: Miss Eau Claire/ Sodus Jamie Tidey won the Bob Braamse Community Service Award Scholarship in the amount of $1,000; Miss Cassopolis Hailey Wellman won the People Choice Award; Southwest Blossomtime Queens Sorority Award [above] 2018 Miss Blossomtime Riley Ellis and went to Miss Buchanan Mr. Blossomtime Garrett Brandt; [right top] Miss New Buffalo Alina Willhoite anwsers Phil Cora Schau; and the McDonald’s question; and [right bottom] A happy Community Queens Mr. Nice Guy Ben O’Donnell Legacy Award went to Miss Three Oaks/River Valley Emma Whitlow.

Tidey attends Lake On Sunday evening, three women received Most Michigan Catholic High Photogenic banners: Olivia Ziemer- Miss Spirit/ School. Her parents are Hartford; Kimberly West-Miss Niles; and Riley Katherine and Curtis Ellis- Miss Stevensville. Modeling awards went to Tidey. Jamie plans to Miss Spirit Hartford Olivia Ziemer-Memorial Day; attend Michigan State Miss Berrien Springs Olivia Parte-Valentine’s Day; and major in elementary and Miss Eau Claire/Sodus Jamie Tidey- Fourth of education. She’s in July. Also receiving a communication banner for the National Honor their part in their M.C. Hammer lip syncing routine Society, has received a were: Olivia Ziemer- Miss Spirit/Hartford; Miss 15 years of dance award, Cassopolis Hailey Wellman; Miss Edwardsburg has varsity letters in Amber Barnosky; and Miss Benton Harbor Glenda tennis and basketball Poole. Miss Spirit/Hartford Olivia Ziemer was a and is a Junior Lion trifecta winner on Sunday evening, winning in all of the Month. She also three categories. volunteers and mentors at MLK Elementary with Big The pageant honored nine ladies who had more Brother and Big Sisters, participates in mission work than $1,000 in ad sales. Miss Eau Claire/Sodus and works with the Environmental Club.

Jamie Tidey won a $500 scholarship and Miss New Second Runner-up Miss Blossomtime Miss Coloma Buffalo Alina Willhoite won a scholarship in the Micah Saxe attends Watervliet High School, where amount of $150. she has received many awards and participates in The 2018 Blossomtime Mr. and Miss royalty shared numerous activities. Her parents are Shelly Morlock more than $20,000 in scholarship money. and David Saxe. Micah plans to attend Ferris

State University to achieve an associate’s degree in criminal justice, with plans to advance to the Detroit Police Academy.

Miss Congeniality is Miss Spirit Olivia Ziemer, a senior at Hartford High School. She plans to attend the University of Michigan and enter into the medical field to become a physician’s assistant. On Sunday evening, Olivia also won awards for modeling, communications and most photogenic. She is the daughter of Michelle and Robert Ziemer.

The top five finalists include the royal court, along with Miss New Buffalo Alina Willhoite and Miss St. Joseph Kendall Sheskey. The top ten included Miss Hartford Angela Loehrs, Miss Buchanan Cora Schau, Miss Watervliet Ellie Troyer, Miss South Haven Anan Nichols, and Miss Cassopolis Hailey Wellman.

New Buffalo was represented by four royals at the pageant. Miss New Buffalo 2018 Alina Willhoite and Mr. New Buffalo/ Mr. Nice Guy Ben O’Donnell proudly represented their community along with two young Blossomtime royal court members, 2018 Bud Princesses, First Runner-up Maddie Grzywacz and Second Runner-up Olivia Dupre. Both Grzywacz and Dupre are New Buffalo Elementary School students and New Buffalo residents.

Ben and Alina each finished in the top of the contestant rankings for each night. Ben made top 10 on Monday out of 33 young men and Alina was chosen top five out of 23 ladies. A senior at New Buffalo High School, she is the daughter of Lisa Willhoite and Eric Willhoite.

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n Sunday evening, 33 male contestants, along with 23 area queens, also took part in the action-filled Mr. Blossomtime pageant.

The contestants performed in very entertaining group lip sync and dance routines, modeled holiday-themed costumes and kept the audience members engaged and excited about the young contestants representing Southwest Michigan communities.

Monday night was the night for the young men to vie for the coveted royals’ crowns and for the ladies to be selected for modeling, photogenic and communications awards.

Mr. Hartford Garrett Brandt was crowned the 21st Mr. Blossomtime on Sunday evening. Garrett was crowned by 2017 Mr. Blossomtime Hunter Ackerman, who was also from the community of Hartford. When asked what he’d most like to be remembered for if he were crowned, Garrett said, “I am very positive and very loving. I love

everything.”

Garrett’s major school activities include captain of the football team. He was also named second team all- conference football player. He also plays lacrosse, basketball, and track, and is on the student council.

Garrett also holds an associates level mechanic design certificate. In his spare time, he participates in

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Bud Princess Kaylia Hauch, first runner-up Bud Princess Maddie Grzywacz, Little Miss Blossom Olivia Hamlett, and second runner-up Bud Princess Olivia Dupre

Miss Blossomtime 2018 Riley Ellis

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Mr. Three Oaks Billy Long

Miss Michigan Outstanding Teen Katie Preston

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Miss Three Oaks/River Valley Emma Whitlow

a project through the Van Buren Tech Center, where he works to help improve a young boy’s computer skills at the learning center. Garrett also volunteers in youth sporting activities. After graduation, he plans to attend Western Michigan University to pursue a degree in aerospace engineering in hopes of becoming an aerospace engineer for NASA. He is the son of Laura Burfield and Gregg Brandt.

D’Myron Guidry, a senior at Benton Harbor High School, was crowned first runner-up. The son of Natalie and Di’Andre Hureski, he is a four-year Letterman with many accomplishments. For two consecutive years, he played on the playoff football team. He also participates in wrestling, track and field, and golf, and he is a class representative.

Prior to the pageant, D’Myron was awarded a $20,000 Wayne State University scholarship, where he plans to major in TV/film production. He is also the president of the Kappa League of Benton Harbor.

Second runner-up Daniel Okonski, who is an honor roll student at St. Joseph High School, plans to attend the University of Michigan to obtain a degree in computer science and security. The son of Cherie and Craig Okonski, Daniel is an eight-year piano player, seven-year tennis player and serves as captain of the varsity tennis team. Daniel also won second place in the LMC chili competition. He also won a $200 Interview Award Scholarship and was the $500 ad sales winner.

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17-year-old junior at New Buffalo High School, Ben O’Donnell was selected by his fellow contestants as Mr. Nice Guy. He is the son of Cari O’Donnell and Craig Raas. Ben has received varsity letters in basketball, baseball, football, and band. He is a member of the National Honor Society and Spanish Honor Society and also participates in the ski club and clay target shooting club. He volunteers with youth sports camps and many school community activities. Ben plans to obtain an undergraduate degree before attending law school. He was also one of five top ad sales winners, selling more than $1,000 in ads for the program book.

The top advertising sellers with more than $1,000 in sales were: Mr. New Buffalo Ben O’Donnell, Mr. St. Joseph Daniel Okonki, Mr. Edwardsburg Cody Atkins, Mr. Cassopolis Daniel Young Jr. and Mr. Heart T.J. Conklin. Mr. St. Joseph won the $500 scholarship and Mr. Cassopolis won a $150.00 award.

Mr. Three Oaks/River Valley 2018 Billy Long Jr. was awarded the $250 Legacy Scholarship.

Visiting royals were Miss Michigan Outstanding Teen Katie Preston, who performed the National Anthem and sang a solo on each evening, and Miss Sunset Coast and 2013 Miss Blossomtime Katlynn Kennedy.

Contestants in both events were judged on community service, communications skills, interviewing skills, poise, and stage presence.

Veteran emcees Lainie Lu Van Behren and Phil McDonald presided over both of the pageants. Judges for Mr. Blossomtime were Heather Kendrick, Andrew Skipper and Terri Dahlem. Judges for Miss Blossomtime were James Campbell, Brandy Gudush Cox and Bret McAtee.

The 2018 Blossomtime Royals

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espite the blustery, gray day outside, the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce’s Tuesday, March 6, mixer was bursting with color.

This month’s mixer was held at Judy Ferrara Gallery in Three Oaks, Michigan. Chamber members gazed at the gallery’s walls, which were full of life-size canvases splashed with colorful paint. In between, they munched on appetizers provided by Froehlich’s Bakery & Deli in Three Oaks.

Owner Judy Ferrara said that she’d been “physically” in the area for 15 years; however, it wasn’t until four years ago that she bought and did a full renovation of the building that now houses the gallery. An Airbnb and a sculpture garden are also located in the back of the building.

While Ferrara said she started out featuring local artists, the gallery now includes art from across the world. She added that she also sells artwork to customers around the world, such as Sweden and London.

“I started local and I went international,” she said.

Judy Ferrara Gallery is located at 16 South Elm Street in Three Oaks.

Timothy Osburn of Froehlich’s said the renovations were “progressing gradually everyday” at their future 19 N. Elm St. location.

Located at 26 N. Elm St., the dining establishment offers jams and jellies, artisan breads, baked goods, and an array of lunch items such as soups, salads and sandwiches.

Osburn announced that open houses for the Three Oaks Social Club would be next month. Located behind Froehlich’s in the former post office, the space will be open to members of the Social Club and will include culinary events such as pop up dinners and farm to table collaboratives with local farms.

Osburn added that the space may also be available for private events, such as rehearsal dinners and bachelorette parties. He added that they’ve already taken reservations for May events.

Chamber President/CEO Viki Gudas added that the Social Club could play an important role in the Chamber’s relocation and marketing campaign.

“People who are moving to our area are not just looking to connect with businesses, they’re looking to make social connections,” she said.

Currently, Gudas said members of their relocation task force and economic development committee were helping the Chamber figure out who their audience was and how to reach them, as well as what materials were needed to ensure a successful campaign.

In other Chamber happenings, Gudas said that their lodging members were making their way to the Chamber office to see what was “new in the area,” and advised Chamber members to have their marketing materials into the office by Tuesday, May 15.

Gudas introduced Jay and Debra Williams of Briar Leaf Golf Club as a returning member of the Chamber. Jay, who is also a Professional Golfers’ Association professional, said women are currently the “fastest growing segment of golfers,” and that the club offered them a “No Fear Golf Clinic” every spring.

Jay added that the club also had Portofino Grill inside their building, and that the restaurant had been their tenant for 20 years. The club is located at 3233 North State Road 39 in LaPorte, Indiana.

Gudas introduced the Chamber’s new office coordinator, Katie Kupsic, who formally worked at Keller Williams.

Nan Baker said the Annunciation-Agia Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church, located at 18000 Behner Road in New Buffalo, would be having a nonprofit bake sale Friday and Saturday, March 23-24.

John Leinweber, president of the Friendship Botanic Gardens located at 2055 East U.S. Highway 12 in Michigan City, Indiana, announced that the gardens were no longer flooded from the recent rains. He said that they are continuing to “refurbish” the gardens after being in “remission” for several years.

Jennifer Thompson, Chikaming Open Lands development and marketing manager, said they would be hosting a bean bag tournament at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 31, at Haymarket Taproom in Bridgman, Michigan. Proceeds from the tournament would go toward Chikaming Open Lands.

Gudas gave members a heads up on the Thursday, May 17, progressive mixer they would be having with the Bridgman Chamber and Growth alliance in downtown Bridgman, Michigan.

David and Lydie Heyn sample appetizers while enjoying the artwork

Chelsey Erickson and Christina Allis

Debra and Jay Williams of Briar Leaf Golf Club discuss the spring golf clinic

Judy Ferrara welcomes guests to her gallery as Timothy Osbourne of Froehlich’s looks on to discuss the Three Oaks Social Club

Chamber President and CEO Viki Gudas introduces the evening’s hosts

Mixing and mingling in the gallery

Sherry Butera and Barb Price sample appetizers from Froehlich’s

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amilies are invited to support their local land conservancy, Chikaming Open Lands (COL), when they join the fun at a bean bag tournament from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 31, at Haymarket Taproom.

Included in the tournament will be the chance to win a firstplace prize as well as to enjoy children’s games and a raffle.

Fabulous, wood-fired pizzas and select $4 beers will also be available.

Tournament fees and raffle proceeds will benefit COL. The entry fee is $10 per person.

Sign-ups are at 1:30 p.m. and the games start at 2 p.m.

Haymarket Taproom is located at 9301 Red Arrow Highway in Bridgman, Michigan. — STAFF REPORTS

HISTORY CENTER TO HOST AN HISTORIC MISSOURI TOUR

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he History Center at Courthouse Square in Berrien Springs will host a four-day, three-night motor coach tour to historic Missouri from Sunday, April 22, through Wednesday, April 25.

The bus will leave the History Center parking lot at 8 a.m. on April 22. It will return at 6 p.m. on April 25.

The tour will begin with a visit to Hannibal, Missouri, the boyhood home of American author, Mark Twain. The group will tour his home, visit the Mark Twain show caves, and meet Mark Twain in the winery on the property. The next stop will be Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, the first European settlement west of the Mississippi River.

There, the group will explore the old French colonial buildings, soaking in the sights and smells.

After Ste. Genevieve, a motor coach will take everyone back to the History Center in Berrien Springs.

Reservations are available to members at $675 per person.

Reservations for non-members costs $725. For full details of the tour, visit www.berrienhistory. org.

To reserve a spot, call 269-471-1202 or email Museum Services Coordinator Kelsey Curnutt at kcurnutt@ berrienhistory.org. — STAFF REPORTS

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he Easter bunny will be hopping down the bunny trail in Harbor Country at three egg hunts that are scheduled for Saturday, March 24.

New Buffalo Savings Bank The New Buffalo Savings Bank will be hosting its fifth annual Easter egg hunt at 3 p.m. at Harbert Community Park.

New Buffalo Savings Bank Market Relationship Officer Lesley Green said that last year, they hid 900 eggs; however, due to last year’s large turnout, this year, they will be hiding 1200 eggs.

Green advised the young hunters to bring their own baskets for gathering their eggs. Parents should be prepared to take pictures of their children with the Easter bunny, who will also be making an appearance.

“We want to do something for the community and something fun for the kids,” she said.

Harbert Community Park is located at 13538 Red Arrow Highway in Harbert, Michigan.

New Buffalo American Legion Post 169 Earlier in the afternoon, the New Buffalo American Legion Post 169 will be hosting their annual hunt at 1 pm. at the American Legion.

Egg hunter coordinator Gwen Palen said that the hunt will be divided into the following age groups: toddler to 2 years old; 5 years old to 8 years old; and 9 years old to 12 years old.

This year, Palen said they will be hiding 1500 eggs, with 500 eggs per age group.

Young hunters can expect to find a certificate to either Pizza Hut, Mario’s, or Oink’s Dutch Treat stuffed inside of each egg. A “special egg” will be hidden for each age group (which Palen said only she will be able to identify). Those who find the special egg will be declared the grand prize winner in their respective age group and will receive a $20 cash prize, a special gift basket, and a gift certificate to Roma’s in New Buffalo.

After the hunt, a lunch of hot dogs and chips in the Legion Hall will be provided by the New Buffalo Business Association. In addition, Palen said she hoped to have music that would encourage everyone to dance to the bunny hop.

“I’m hoping to make it a lot of fun this year,” she said.

The New Buffalo Legion Hall Post 169 is located at 19121 US-12 in New Buffalo.

Spring Creek Equestrian Center Also on Saturday, Spring Creek Equestrian Center will be hosting an egg hunt at 2:30 p.m.

In addition to the hunt, there will also be face painting, a bake sale, and plenty of baby bunnies and chickens and other critters for children to enjoy. Children can also have their pictures taken with the Easter bunny, who will be there with his horse.

Owned by Alison Grosse, the horse farm holds summer camps and teaches children how to ride horses and familiarizes them with life on the farm. For more information, call 269-756-3894 or visit www.springcreek-equestrian.com.

Spring Creek Equestrian Center is located at 16771 Pardee Road in Three Oaks, Michigan. — STAFF REPORTS

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La Porte County Symphony Orchestra (LCSO) is looking for contestants for the 13th annual Hoosier STAR competition.

Sponsored by Horizon Bank and NIPSCO, the competition is open to amateur singers of all musical styles and age groups. This year, duet competitors are also invited to audition. Auditions will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CDT) Saturday, March 24, and from 12 to 5 p.m.

(CDT) Sunday, March 25. The auditions will take place at the La Porte Little Theatre, 218 A Street, La Porte, Ind. Those in the vocal competition will compete for recognition and cash prizes. The contestants are divided into two age groups: youth - 17 years old and under and adult - 18 years old and over (at the time of auditions).

Ten finalists, or five in each age group, will advance to the final event and the chance to win monetary prizes along with the title of 2018 Hoosier STAR winner. Duet performers will enter as and be considered one finalist per each duet group; no group performances may enter. A contestant of any age must be an amateur vocalist and must be a resident of the state of Indiana or Southwest Michigan.

“As a past winner and twotime co-chair of the event in the past, Hoosier STAR has become a beacon of joy to me personally and I know all of the finalists that are involved each year find it thrilling too. It truly is a once in a lifetime experience to be on that stage singing your heart out with a full symphony behind you,” said Nanda Danitschek, LCSO executive director.

Registration forms can be found at HoosierSTAR.com. Contestants are encouraged to pre-register for a guaranteed time slot. The registration fee for the audition is $20 per person or duet. If a competitor would like to audition as a soloist and a duet, they must submit two separate audition forms, including separate fees.

Audition applications must be postmarked by Friday, March 16, in order to receive a guaranteed time slot. Walk-ins are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis during the audition dates. For auditions, applicants may provide their own accompanist, use a CD with no lead vocals, supply a digital mp3 capable device, or sing a cappella. — STAFF REPORTS

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2018 CITY OF NEW BUFFALO BOARD OF REVIEW The City of New Buffalo Board of Review will meet Wednesday, March 21, 2018, 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. and Thursday, March 22, 2018, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the New Buffalo City Hall, 224 West Buffalo, New Buffalo, Michigan. The Board of Review will meet to hear protests of the 2018 assessments.

If you are unable to appear in person to protest, letters of protest will be accepted with a postmark dated no later than March 16, 2018. If you have any questions, you can call 269-646-8020.

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PART TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT AND POOL ATTENDANTS LOCAL MARINA Weekends are a must in the summer with minimum 24 hours per week and chance for additional hours if needed. Season ends October 31st. Admin Assistant position is open immediately and pool attendants start May 1st with respect to school schedules and flexibility with school age individuals.

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Shalice R Northrop Assessor AMENDED SEWER & SEWAGE DISPOSAL & WATER SYSTEM ORDINANCES FOR NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS SERVED BY THE TOWNSHIP WATER AND/OR SEWER SYSTEM These Ordinances will be amended as follows: Sewer & Sewage Disposal Sec 6.01 Change of Rates and Charges.

Charges for sewage disposal services to each premises with in the Municipality connected with the sewage disposal system, as determined herein by the Legislative Body of the Municipality as provided in the said contract with the Galien River Sanitary District, may be amended by ordinance or resolution adopted and amended from time to time by agreement pertaining to the system between the Municipality and the Galien River Sanitary District, or any amendments thereto. No free service shall be furnished by the system to the Municipality or to any person, firm or corporation, public or privbate, or to any public gency or instrumentally. Charges for residential services furnished by the system shall be billed and collected bi-monthly. The schedule of rates and charges shall be revised or amended by ordinance or resolution from time to time by the Township Board. The Township Board reserves the right to negotiate Rates and Fees with Commercial, private developers, and Industrial Users.

Water System Sec 6.01 Authority.

The Township Board shall fix rates for water and water service furnished customers of the system. Said rates and charges shall be sufficient to provide for the payment of all expenses of administration, operation, maintenance, repair and improvement of the system in good working order. The schedule of rates and charges shall be revised or amended by ordinance or resolution from time to time by the Township Board. The Township Board reserves the right to negotiate rates, fees, and charges with commercial, private developers, and industrial users.

Delete Water System Sec 6.03.3 Water Consumption Rates The Township Board reserves the right to negotiate rates for Commercial/industrial customers using high volumes of water. (This removes the 50,000 gallon threshold).

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A true copy of the ordinance may be inspected or obtained at New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, Michigan during normal business hours of 9:00 a.m.

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NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE NO. 20180305 ABANDONED VEHICLE ORDINANCE SUMMARY Section 1. Definitions A motor vehicle is hereby defined as any wheeled vehicle which is self- propelled or intended to be self-propelled. Abandoned motor vehicles for purposes of this Ordinance, shall include: (1) A vehicle that has remained on public property, unmoved, for a period of not less than 48 hours; (2) A vehicle that has remained on private property without the consent of the owner.

(3) A vehicle which is unlicensed or can no longer propel itself that has remained parked, stored or placed on private property for more than five days.

Section 2. Abandonment Prohibited No person shall abandon a motor vehicle or part thereof on the premises of another. A person who violates this Ordinance and who fails to redeem the vehicle before disposition of the vehicle under this Ordinance is responsible for a civil infraction.

Section 3. Unlicensed Vehicles or Junk Vehicles No person shall park, store or place an unlicensed vehicle on private property for more than five days. In addition, no vehicle which can no longer propel itself which is partially dismantled, wrecked, junked or discarded or any parts thereof, shall not be parked, stored or placed in the open for more than five days.

Section 4. Abatement for Abandonment on Public Property (1) If a vehicle has remained on public property for a period of time so that it appears to the Municipal Ordinance Violations Bureau to be abandoned, the Ordinance Enforcement Officer shall determine if the vehicle has been reported stolen and affix a written notice to the vehicle (2) If the vehicle is not removed within 48 hours after the date the notice was affixed, the vehicle is deemed abandoned.

Section 5. Abatement for Abandonment on Private Property If a vehicle has remained on private property without the consent of the property owner, the owner of the private property may have the vehicle taken into custody as an abandoned vehicle by contacting a local towing agency.

(2) If the vehicle is not removed within 48 hours after the date the notice was affixed, the vehicle is deemed abandoned and the Municipal Ordinance Violations Bureau may have the vehicle taken into custody.

Fines and Costs Civil fines: Violation of the provisions of this Ordinance or failure to comply with any requirements shall constitute a Municipal Civil Infraction. Any person or other entity who violates any provision of this Ordinance is responsible for a Municipal Civil Infraction and shall be responsible for Civil Fines as defined in the Municipal Ordinance Violations Bureau Ordinance Section 5.

Schedule of Civil Fines and Costs. Fines shall be made payable to New Buffalo Township and submitted to the Municipal Ordinance Bureau.

Costs: Additional costs may include but are not limited to towing, storage, legal ownership checks and title requests.

These items may be billed separately.

Effective Date This Ordinance shall be published and take effect immediately after its adoption.

A true copy of the complete ordinance is available at New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Hwy., New Buffalo, Michigan.

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ames Watkins, age 20, of Three Oaks, died unexpectedly on Thursday, March 8, 2018.

James was born July 31, 1997 in Ft. Worth, Texas to Ann Kelley.

Everyone that knew James thought the world of him. Known for bringing a smile to others and for his compassion, James will be forever missed. He was fondly referred to as a ray of sunshine and full of laughter.

James graduated from River Valley High School in 2016, and has worked for Villa Nova Pizzeria for the last year. He loved being outdoors, may it be at the beach with friends or just walking though nature. James was very close with his family, especially his brother Joey and sister Casandra. When they were together it was always time well spent.

James will be greatly missed by family and friends. Left to cherish his memory are his mother Ann Kelley of Three Oaks; brothers Justin Reynolds of Oregon and Joey Watkins of Ft. Worth, Texas; sister Casandra Kelley of Three Oaks; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Family and friends gathered Wednesday, March 14, 2018 from 5:00 p.m.

– 9:00 p.m.at Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128.

The family prefers contributions be made in James’ memory go to benefit James’ funeral expenses, either through a 5/3 Bank fund available at the 5/3 Bank in Sawyer or New Buffalo, Michigan, or through www.GoFundMe.com Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128.

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alvatore “Sam” D’Anza, 97, of New Buffalo, passed away on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at Life Care Center in Michigan City, Indiana. Arrangements have been entrusted to Sommerfeld Chapel – 15 N. Barton St., New Buffalo, Michigan.

Sam was born on August 30, 1920 in Melrose Park, Illinois to the late John and Amelia (Grimaldi) D’Anza. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and served during WWII. On April 19, 1952 in Melrose Park, Illinois, Sam married Clara Divita; she preceded him in death on March 21, 2011. The D’Anza family came to New Buffalo in the mid 1950’s. Sam was a member of St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church in New Buffalo. He enjoyed traveling and loved his family.

Sam is survived by his twin daughters – Annmarie D’Anza of New Buffalo, Michigan and Paula (Ricky) Gerard of Macomb, Michigan; grandchildren – Tony (Mallory) Gerard, Gina (Brian) Newby and Robert (Erin) Gerard; great grandchildren – Jack Newby, Vincent Newby, Joseph Newby and Connor Gerard; brother – Nick (Lita) D’Anza of Carey, Illinois; and a sister – Antoinette (Louis) Passeretti of Libertyville, Illinois. Sam is preceded in death by a brother – Gus D’Anza and a sister – Connie Palermo.

Mass of Christian Burial took place Sat., March 10, at St. Mary of the Lake Church with Father John Ambrose officiating. Burial followed at Pine Grove Cemetery in New Buffalo. Visitation was Friday, March 9, from 3:00-8:00P.M. at Sommerfeld Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the D’Anza family. Friends wishing to leave the family a message of condolence may do so at www.sommerfeldchapel.com.

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Harbor Country Hikers to explore Tryon Farm

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he springtime wetlands and protected landscape of the Tryon Farm community is the destination for the Harbor Country Hikers on Saturday, March 31. The eco-friendly community is located at 1500 Tryon Rd, Michigan City, Ind., close to the state line off SR-212.

In a joint effort, The Tryon Farm story and the unwritten ancient history of the 170-acre property will be told by HCH member Stacey LaRocco and a Tryon Farm Institute member during a two-

hour visit. The hiking distance is up to 3.1 miles of moderate difficulty with potentially wet patches in the meadows, dunes and oak wood forests.

The 120 acres of open landscape that surround the eco-friendly houses are managed and protected in perpetuity by the Tryon Farm Institute, an independent non-profit land trust and education organization that combines comfortable living and biodiversity.

Harbor Country Hikers is a 501c3 organization formed in Spring 2017

as a recreation and learning resource to complement the area’s parks and preserves through trail stewardship and education about local geology, history and plant and animal life. Although membership is encouraged, the events are open to all and children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Membership is $20 for individuals or $30 for families.

For further information about HCH or to request a membership form, visit harborcountryhikers.com. — STAFF REPORTS

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HOR0SCOPE MARCH 15-21, 2018

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 You’re going through a phase this week, where you may withdraw or hold back to start, but by weeks end you’ll be much more outgoing and willing to engage with others. You will let go of any old wounds and won’t be afraid to work on your interactions and outward appearances.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 Work schedules or the sense of being rushed will really get you down this week. It’s important you take some time to recharge and reconnect with your home or family this week. Avoid burning the candles at both ends because you want to stay ahead at work and also be with family.

TAURUS

Society or people in general may disappoint you this week. You may become disillusioned with a group you felt connected to, or you may realize you don’t fit in with certain people. There is a part of you that wants to learn more or move past their limitations.

You’ll enjoy the break.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 Your drive and energy levels may drop a little this week, and sometimes it is okay to let things slow down, but when you have exciting job opportunities or creative passions, you just can’t let lucky breaks pass you by. Forget about sleeping in or palling around all day.

Get serious about work.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 You may feel disenchanted by your career or your financial responsibilities may make you feel a bit down.

There’s a good chance that parental or authority figures may disappoint you by not coming through as planned.

Get out with friends and mingle; you’ll feel better.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 Issues at home or with maternal figures could be a source of frustration this week. Most of the time you enjoy getting things done at home, but this week you’ll feel like the financial or monetary reward is just not there and it will push you to earn more or realign your values.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Expect some bumps in the road, as traveling will not go very smoothly this week.

Delays or road blocks will ultimately lead you to a point where you realize what you thought you knew, you don’t and you’ll need to figure things out on your own, in order to get back on track.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 Talks or discussions will disappoint you this week. The reaction or resolve you had hoped for is just not going to happen now. That doesn’t mean that the whole situation is a wash, it means that talking is not the solution. It may mean a change in perspective is in order before peace can be achieved.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 Keep your anger under control this week because you could easily hurt or start a big fight this week. In some ways you hope that by being combative you will silence opposition and be able to gain the upper hand. Rather than dominating partners, turn the fight to breaking bad habits.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 Monetary issues or the mishandling of resources may cause you to withdraw or avoid discussions this week, but that’s not a good idea. This is the time to talk things through and get all the information necessary to make sound financial decisions. Don’t back out of discussions now!

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 You’ll be going it alone.

Someone that you could previously count on to help you may not be available to assist you now. It will become very apparent how much this person had contributed in the past, or how valuable their contributions were now that they are unavailable to help.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 Sometimes you just have to get out of your own way, and that time is now. Don’t second guess your abilities or your power. Stick up for yourself more in group settings and ensure you get the compensation you deserve.

Once you stand firm, it gets easier to stay that way. Stand tall, my friend.

APRIL 20—MAY 20

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EVENTS

CITY OF NEW BUFFALO

POLICE BLOTTER MARCH 4-10, 2018 MARCH 4 PBT False Alarm Suspicious Vehicle MARCH 5 No Calls MARCH 6 False Alarm General Assist/Injured Deer Private Property Damage Accident DWLS 8th Offense MARCH 7 False Alarm Welfare Check Resisting/Obstructing VCSA/Poss. Of Marijuana Warrant Arrest (x2) MARCH 8 Driving Complaint/Passing School Bus Belated Larceny Suspicious Situation MARCH 9 General Assist/Dispose property Suspicious Situation General Assist/Fingerprints MARCH 10 PBT Suspicious Vehicle False Alarm

PLEASE SEND US EVENT INFO TO EVENTS@NEWBUFFALOTIMES.COM .

NEW EVENTS EACH WEEK. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

DAILY EVENTS

3-6PM. New Buffalo American Legion Post 169. 19139 W US 12. New Buffalo.

Cost: $12.

EVERY MONDAY

STEPHEN KELLOGG 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets: $30.

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

ZUMBA 6:30PM. New Buffalo High School High Gymnasium/Dance Studio. 111 E Clay St. New Buffalo. 219-614-8847.

Teacher is Marie Crist. $7 per class.

EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SUNDAY

OPEN TRAP PRACTICE 6:30-9:30PM. New Buffalo Rod and Gun Club. 10487 Kruger Rd. New Buffalo.

Open to the public. Contact Bob Kruger at 269-612-0983.

EVERY WEDNESDAY KNITTING AT THE DELI 3-5PM. David’s Deli.

All are welcome.

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

THE HARBOR COUNTRY BOOK CLUB 6:30PM. New Buffalo Township Library.

EVERY FRIDAY

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

MARCH 9-18

COASTLINE CHILDREN’S FILM FESTIVAL Three Oaks and New Buffalo. www. childrensfilmfewstivsal.com.

Films shown throughout Southwest Michigan. Sponsored by the Pokagon Fund.

MONDAY-WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12-14, & 19-21

LION’S KIDSIGHT USA 9AM-3PM. New Buffalo Middle and High School.

For children of all ages. No charge.

Parental permission required.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, MARCH 16-18

ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKCOO’S NEST 7:30PM Fri-Sat. 2PM Sun. LaPorte Little Theatre. 218 A St. LaPorte.

Tickets are $15, $12 for students.

SATURDAY, MARCH 17 ST. PATRICK’S DAY CORNED BEEF DINNER

SATURDAY, MARCH 24

WAKE UP THE GARDENS 11AM-3PM CDT. Friendship Botanic Gardens. 2055 E US Hwy 12.

Michigan City. 219-878-9885. info@friendshipgardens.org.

Volunteers are needed to help in the clean-up and encouraged to bring their own rakes and garden gloves if possible.

Light refreshments will be provided (water, cookies). Dress for the weather. The event will occur rain or shine. Please RSVP.

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EASTER EGG HUNT 1PM. New Buffalo American Legion Post 169.

Ages 12 and under. Please bring gathering baskets.

EGG HUNT 2:30PM. Spring Creek Equestrian Center.

16771 Pardee Rd. Three Oaks. 269-7563894. www.springcreek-equestrian.com.

The hunt will feature face painting, a bake sale, and baby bunnies and chickens and other critters. Children can also have their pictures taken with the Easter bunny, who will also be making an appearance.

EASTER EGG HUNT 3PM. Harbert Park. Red Arrow Hwy. Harbert.

Hosted by New Buffalo Saving Bank.

MHS 20TH ANNUAL SPRING FLING AND DISCO BALL 5PM. The Uptown Center. 907 Franklin St. Michigan City. 219-872-4499. www.michianahumanesociety.org.

Benefiting the Michiana Humane Society.

The Spring Fling helps to supports the MHS care of homeless animals from LaPorte and Berrien counties. Parking will be available at the First Presbyterian Church at 8th and Washington streets.

Tickets are $135. Tickets include cocktails, dinner, dancing and silent and live auction.

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

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

While Whittaker Street may be dusty and muddy, remember that the businesses are still open, and it is a great time to support small business and your town.

It is an exciting time that will be worth every bit of the inconvenience; however, we all really need and appreciate your support.

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Pottawattomie Country Club

Full family golfing privileges, use of the driving range, swimming pool, casual and formal dining privileges, club and family events. This membership is perfect for families: live, laugh, golf, and enjoy a life well played!!!

A limited number of memberships are available, $1500.00 Dollar initiation fee waived.

Just $300 per month ($1500 per year F&B minimum). Join now and you don’t have to pay dues until April 1st.

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