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Chikaming Township Board updated on closing date for Beidler Trust property PAGE 4 New Buffalo Township Board approves proposal for endangered plant relocation regarding planned Marquette Greenway PAGE 5

Ribbon officially cut at New Buffalo Art Gallery PAGE 9 Paradise Road reunites at Calvary Chapel’s Gospel Fest PAGE 10 Impaired driving enforcement looks to reduce crashes, fatalities, and injuries on Michigan roads PAGE 20

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Three Oaks Village Council approves increased water rates

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esidents in Three Oaks Village will see a bump in their water bills starting this fall, as the Village Council voted to approve a proposed water ordinance amendment raising the rate from $5.18 per 1000 gallons to $6.41 at their Wednesday, Aug. 11, meeting.

Under the new rates, there is an additional charge of $4.68 per 1000 gallons for usage above 100,000 gallons per month.

During a public hearing at the beginning of the Aug. 11 meeting, councilmember Tyler Ream noted the Ready to Serve (RTS) fee is a flat rate regardless of use. He asked if it would be better to charge a higher RTS fee for consumers that use higher volumes of water to offset the additional demand on the system. Village Clerk Cindi Moynihan explained the RTS fee is used to pay water bonds, and does not go towards operating costs.

Prior to voting, councilmember John Kramer stated the sewer rate is still a large portion of the water/sewer bill.

The council voted unanimously to approve the increase, though councilmember Colleen Newquist noted it was “painful” to do so. She noted many residents are already unhappy with the condition of village water.

Village Manager Dan Faulkner said the water meet all government standards and the water department employees have been improving the water aesthetics, including flushing hydrants and measuring flow data. Rates will go into effect Oct. 1, 2021.

In a separate motion, the council

approved an expenditure of $5000 for the engineering costs of a feasibility study related to possibly joining the Galien River Sanitary District. Based on the results of the study, the GRSD is expected to present the village with options for joining the GRSD, or becoming a customer.

During the meeting, the council also accepted four resignations. Longtime Village Treasurer Lois Jones has submitted her resignation, effective July 31. Councilmembers said Jones was a great asset to the village and would be greatly missed. Darlene Heemstra will serve as interim treasurer while a committee considers candidates.

Electrical inspector Leroy Pinkstron has also resigned, and Eric Kruk will now serve as a contracted inspector for the village. Faulkner will draft an agreement with Kruk using the same terms as Pinkstron.

Dustin Blaszczyk submitted his resignation from the Planning Commission. Faulkner suggested reviewing previous applicants to fill the term, which ends in November 2021.

Debbie Schutt has resigned from the Parks Committee. Her term was scheduled to expire in 2022.

Faulkner will serve as the village’s representative on the Local Revenue Sharing Board. The board allocates money from a percent of electronic gaming at Four Winds Casino as part of a compact between the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi and the State of Michigan.

Wurstfest is back and scheduled for Sept. 18. The council granted permission to close the public parking lot on Elm and Oak for the festival.

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BERRIEN COUNTY TRIAL COURT ANNOUNCES UPDATED COVID-19 POLICIES

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er the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) current guidelines, Berrien County moved into the Substantial category for COVID-19 transmission rates effective Aug. 8, 2021.

In consultation with the Berrien County Health Department, the Berrien County Trial Court will update the following policies as they relate to the use of face coverings in the court facilities:

• All visitors to any court facility (including the Niles courthouse and Berrien County Juvenile Center) will be required to practice standard social distancing. When unable to practice social distancing, all visitors will be required to wear a face covering – regardless of vaccination status.

• All participants in a courtroom proceeding will be required to wear a face covering if unable to practice standard social distancing – regardless of vaccination status.

• All jurors summoned for duty will be required to wear a face covering while performing their duties as a juror. All jurors will complete a health screening upon entry into the court facilities.

• All court staff unable to practice standard social distancing will be required to wear a face covering in public areas – regardless of vaccination status.

• All visitors, staff, and youth at the Berrien County Juvenile Center will be required to wear a face covering when in shared spaces.

These policies were effective beginning Monday, Aug. 16, and will remain in effect until such time as the county’s rate of transmission returns to Moderate or upon further recommendation of the Berrien County Health Department or the CDC. — STAFF REPORTS

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Local Government Meetings New Buffalo Times

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO JOHN HUMPHREY, MAYOR CITY COUNCIL LOU O’DONNELL, IV. MARK ROBERTSON, JOHN HUMPHREY, ROGER LIJESKI, BRIAN FLANIGAN City Council meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30PM CITY OF NEW BUFFALO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS to be determined NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BOARD PETE RAHM, MICHELLE HEIT, JUDY H. ZABICKI, PATTY IAZZETTO, JACK ROGERS Board meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM NEW BUFFALO AREA SCHOOLS BOARD CHUCK HEIT, PRESIDENT HEATHER BLACK, VICE PRESIDENT JOHN HASKINS, TREASURER LISA WERNER, SECRETARY JOYCE LANTZ, TRUSTEE FRANK MARGRO, TRUSTEE PATRICIA NEWSTON, TRUSTEE CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP BOARD DAVID BUNTE, PAULA DUDIAK, LIZ RETTIG, RICHARD SULLIVAN, BILL MARSKE Chikaming Board meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30PM CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30PM THREE OAKS THREE OAKS TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7PM VILLAGE OF THREE OAKS BOARD Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7PM GRAND BEACH VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH COUNCIL Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7PM MICHIANA VILLAGE OF MICHIANA COUNCIL Meets on the 2nd Friday of each month at 1PM

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Chikaming Township Board updated on closing date for Beidler Trust property

n update was given on efforts of Chikamign Township to acquire property that would expand its public beach frontage at the Thursday, Aug. 12, meeting of the Chikaming Township Board of Trustees.

At the Aug. 12 meeting, Chikaming Township Supervisor David Bunte said that the closing on the Beidler Trust property was scheduled to take place Wednesday, Aug. 18.

Since 2018, the township has been trying to acquire the Beidler Trust property adjacent to Cherry Beach Park, which will protect nearly three acres of critical dune and increase the Park’s current lakefront from 253 feet to 657 feet.

After failing to secure a Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant in 2018, the township reapplied in 2019, raising $1.65 million – which was more than the required 40% match. In December 2019, the Cherry Beach Project was awarded the $2.475 million acquisition grant, which will cover 60% of the project’s cost. The estimated cost for the Cherry Beach Project is $4.125 million Board members accepted a bid in the amount of $8,029 by Techxperience LLC, for audio and visual additions and changes that would assist members of boards and commissions in holding hybrid meetings in the meeting room in Township Center.

The proposal includes replacing the screen at the front of the room with a larger format, so the public can have a better view of what is being presented during meetings, as well as adding a screen to the back of the room that would allow members of the board to also have a better view. Also included is the addition of a

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computer and monitor to the rear of the room that would allow whoever is running the meeting at the front of the room to log into Zoom at the computer and that will make it easier to film the meetings.

At their June meeting, board members had approved tabling the proposal until September to determine what will be required by the state with holding zoom meetings and in-person meetings.

Board members approved appointing Jill Underhill to an open seat on the Park Board. Chair Arthur Anderson said he looks forward to working Underhill, who previously served on the board, in the future.

Upon request from the Planning Commission, a Special Land Use (SLU) for a parcel located at 12580 Sawyer Rd. (in front of the Super 8 Motel) for a Bigby Coffee, with the conditions presented by the Planning Commission, was approved in a 3-0 vote (Bill Marske, a member of the Planning Commission, abstained, and trustee Rich Sullivan was absent).

Bunte said the Planning Commission had requested increasing the drive from its current 21 feet to 24 feet.

Board members approved motions regarding some dangerous buildings within the township.

Regarding a dangerous building for 7322 Harbert Rd., board members had approved giving the owner 60 days to complete the demolition of all the structures and the removal of all debris. At the Aug. 12 meeting, board members approved allowing the owner to cap the well and close off the septic system properly to complete the inspection by the inspector and to remove the trash that was thrown

across the railroad track right of way within 30 days.

Regarding a dangerous building at 7312 Harbert Rd., board members had to allow the owner to obtain a building permit by June 18 to complete work on the roof and to make the structure safe by July 8 at their June meeting. a On Aug. 12, Bunte said that no G improvements had been made. Dudiak added that a building permit was obtained m June 18; however, nothing had been done M since then. t s oard members approved t taking the next step with the township’s attorney for n assistance with the property for C its repair and/or demolition.

C Regarding a dangerous building at 5084 e Browntown Rd., board members also W approved eliciting the help of their attorney U to move forward with regards to its repair t and/or demolition.

Bunte said the owner of property had C been given 90 days to upgrade all their f structures so that they’re considered safe, E which would’ve been July 21. No permits ( had been pulled, although it appeared the p shingles and siding had been removed o from the garage but no other action had m been taken. a Board members approved trustee Rich Sullivan maintaining his position A as township representative on the Local b Revenue Sharing Board. t Board members approved purchasing m back a plot at Lakeside Cemetery in the amount of $112.50.

J A land division for a parcel on Sandhill M Drive was approved. $

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New Buffalo Township Board approves proposal for endangered plant relocation regarding planned Marquette Greenway APPROVES MATCH FOR BERRIEN COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS RADIO REPLACEMENT GRANT

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embers of the New Buffalo Township Board approved a proposal for the relocation of some endangered plants that are in the path of the planned Marquette Greenway at their Monday, Aug. 16, meeting.

Marcy Hamilton from the Southwest Michigan Planning Commission said that in 2019, a three-season plant survey was done along the corridor for the Marquette Greenway (a planned nonmotorized trail that will connect Chicago with downtown New Buffalo).

Contractor Cardno found some endangered plants, Hollow Joe Rye Weed, in the township’s section along U.S. Highway 12, in the area that’s going to be disturbed by the trail.

Hamilton said the proposal from Cardno allows them to obtain a permit from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) and to relocate the plants. The plants are currently on the Amtrak side on U.S. 12, and Cardno is proposing to move them to another population that are on the other side of U.S. 12.

Hamilton said the plants flower in August and September, and they need to be flagged and photo documented while they’re still in flower. The best time to move them is in the fall.

Board members approved the Hollow Joe Rye Weed relocation for the Marquette Greenway from Cardno for $12, 825.

Hamilton said this amount doesn’t include monitoring the plant population for three years. She added that MDOT gave her a local contact from Chikaming Open Lands for monitoring and she may also approach MDOT’s environmental staff members.

New Buffalo Township Supervisor Michelle Heit gave special recognition

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to Deputy Brittany Garza of the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department New Buffalo Township patrol. Deputy Garza and Sgt. Russ Tillery of the New Buffalo Police Department were the initial emergency responders on scene of an early morning June 30 house fire in the 15000 block of Locke Road in Chikaming Township, during which they assisted the 55-year-old male

had been working to secure a grant for portable radios since 2016. This year, members of the association learned they had been awarded a FEMA grant for $558,00 for the portable 800-megahertz radios.

Flick said that with New Buffalo Township having two fire stations, the township’s fire department was awarded $31,693.82 to go toward portable radios

Trailhead Project in the amount of $5,962.05 was approved. Heit said that it’s a shared cost with Chikaming Township.

Board members also approved a proposal in the amount of $16,369.80 for a retaining wall at the trailhead and $9,632.58 for additional landscaping work there from Naylor Landscaping.

Heit said that there’s currently a twofoot elevation drop-off between the township’s lot and the neighbor’s lot.

She said the township will request if its $75,000 grant from The Pokagon Fund that was to go toward finishing off the parking lot can go toward the wall and additional landscaping.

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Township Supervisor Michelle Heit (right) recognizes Deputy Brittany Garza

resident safely out of the residence. The fire was controlled and was tended to by firefighters from Chikaming Township.

Board members approved the 7 percent match for the Fire Department Radio Replacement Grant in the amount of $2,218.56.

Fire Chief Jamie Flick said that the Berrien County Fire Chiefs Association

for the department. The township is required to pay 7 percent of that amount, which brings the total that the township received to $29,465.26.

Board members approved the ninth payment in the amount of $47,979.70 for the Public Safety Building Project.

The eighth payment for Roggow Construction for the Union Pier

n application for Outdoor Assembly for U.S. 12 Speed and Custom for its annual Full Throttle Throw Down Saturday, Aug. 28, was

approved.

Board members approved the following amendment to the fifth paragraph in Article 5 of the Sewer Use Ordinance: “In the event the six-inch sewer lateral should require an open excavation, the property owner must contact New Buffalo Township and the township will coordinate the excavation process.”

A maintenance proposal from Kalamazoo Mechanical Contractors for the new public safety building for the annual cost of $3,920 was approved.

Heit said that this will help “keep an eye” on the heating and cooling system for this year.

Board members approved loaning the marina fund $30,000 from the Local Revenue Sharing Board fund, which will be paid back once Pleasure Isle Marina starts receiving funds from the slip rentals.

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Radiate Gala shines light, hope, inspiration

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he Salt and Light Coalition held their fundraising event, the Radiate Gala, at Chicago’s Drake hotel Saturday, August 14.

With a mission to “mobilize individuals and organizations to empower survivors of trafficking to live meaningful and purposeful lives,” Salt and Light Coalition is doing just that. An evening of glamour and excitement was highlighted by the night’s inspirational speakers and a short documentary describing the power of the Coalition, in which a Thriver stated, “people believed in us. I think that’s what I needed the most.”

Founded by Dr. Izabel Olson, of Chicago and Union Pier, Salt and Light Coalition (SALC) grew from Olson’s observation of the need for a support system for victims of sex trafficking, which began while teaching yoga in Cook County Jail and volunteering at women’s shelters.

Olson spoke about the accomplishments of SALC and their graduates, or Thrivers, and that it has become “a survivor led organization” with a recidivism rate of zero,

an incredible feat. Olson cited startling statistics regarding the age that trafficking often begins and the frequency of trafficking.

Thriver Carla Shaw spoke about her personal journey from trauma at home as a young child, the abuse and trafficking she survived, and spoke of the “transformational” power of the organization, saying “being with the SALC taught me that I am worthy.” Shaw spoke of inspiration she received from “graduates like Taylor, Corrine, and Linda,” and how she learned that “it’s never too late to get yourself together.”

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haw, who jokingly explained that Salt and Light taught her to eat vegetables, also shared that with her Salt and Light family, she learned to “interact with grace.” She has earned a life coaching certificate, she is now an employee of SALC, and she is indeed thriving.

For more information about Salt and Light Coalition, a registered 501c3, visit www. saltandlightcoalition.com — KRISTIN FATOUROS

Live auction bidding

Amanda is thriving

Guests mingle and discuss silent auction items

Volunteers are recognized

Salt and Light Coalition Founder and CEO Izabel Olson educates the crowd

Live art performance and auctioned piece

Host of 2021 Radiate Gala

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t 4:53 p.m. Monday, Aug. 16, the Berrien County Sherriff’s Office responded to a single vehicle collision rollover crash with entrapment on W. U.S. Highway 12 near Grand Avenue in New Buffalo Township.

According to a Berrien County Sheriff press release, witnesses stated that the silver Honda Accord was driving at a high rate of speed west bound on U.S. Highway 12. The Accord began passing on the right and lost control.

The vehicle went off the road to the left striking a fire hydrant, a residence, a large rock, several trees, and a parked vehicle before overturning and coming to rest on its roof.

The passengers, a 23-year-old man and a 25-year-old man, both from New Buffalo, were able to exit the vehicle on their own.

The driver, a 29-year-old Michigan City man, was extricated by the New Buffalo Twp Fire Department The driver was transported to South Bend Memorial with serious injury.

Alcohol is believed to be a factor The collision remains under investigation by the Berrien County Sheriff accident investigation team.

Agencies responding were the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office, Berrien County Accident Investigation Team, New Buffalo City Police Department, Pokagon Tribal Police Department, Michiana / Grand Beach Police, New Buffalo Township Fire Department, and Medic 1 Ambulance. — STAFF REPORTS

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CORPS OF ENGINEERS DEBUTS VIDEO SERIES

he U.S. Army Corps of Engineers released a new Great Lakes water level video series last week.

“On the Level” will provide monthly information and updates about the Great Lakes’ water levels and forecasts from Detroit District Hydraulics and Hydrology experts.

“Our team is always looking for new ways to share information about the Great Lakes water levels and we are really looking forward to adding the ‘On the Level’ video series to our repertoire,” said district Great Lakes Watershed Hydrology Chief Keith Kompoltowicz. “We plan to share a wide variety of material and we hope folks will look forward to them every month.”

In addition to timely water levels updates, the videos will include special features like how to read Corps of Engineers water level forecast graphics, Lake Superior regulation and much more.

“On the Level” videos will be made available from the district’s website and YouTube page at https://go.usa.gov/ xFEWx. — STAFF REPORTS

From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

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ub haters are having a field day as the Cubs are now barely resembling a major league team. Even some die hard fans are jumping ship as the team you love or hate keeps losing by lopsided margins. Although I must admit that losing thirteen out of fourteen since August 1st, including the last eleven in a row, hasn’t been fun to watch, when you’re a Cub fan, you’re a Cub fan all the way. Anyway, if you know any Cub fans, take it easy on them for they are suffering enough already.

Things are very different on the south side.

The White Sox are playing unbelievably well. That Field of Dreams game against the Yankees was a thing of beauty. Now that all of the injuries are healing and a couple of trades were made, the Sox are certainly at or near the top of the pecking order. When the White Sox won the pennant in 1959, they lost to the Dodgers in the World Series. I won’t be at all surprised to see those same two teams meet this year and the Sox could easily turn the tables on the Dodgers this time.

The baseball games I’m enjoying the most right now are the little league games. These young men are really good players, and good sports too. Three separate stories have stood out to me. Earlier this week I saw a young lady both pitch and catch. Many girls are playing little league baseball now, and some are outstanding, but I don’t remember seeing a girl both pitch and catch. She was every bit as good as her teammates. Secondly, with the game on the line, a right fielder dove and made a game saving catch. The ball looked

like an ice cream cone almost oozing out of his glove, but he held on and I could almost feel his joy through my television. Finally, a young man from Hawaii pitched one inning with his left hand and the next inning with his right. It really didn’t matter which hand he threw with as he held them scoreless with both.

The Bears had their first exhibition game Saturday. Those of you who read this column regularly know that I’m optimistic about our local teams, sometimes overly optimistic.

When it comes to new Bears quarterback Justin Fields, I don’t think it’s possible to be overly optimistic. I was a fan of Mitch Trubisky when he joined the Bears, but Fields seems light years ahead of any quarterback the Bears have employed at least since Jim McMahon led them to their lone Super Bowl victory in 1986. Fields was calm and composed as he ran and passed the Bears down the field in their victory over the Miami Dolphins. I know it was only one exhibition game but I predict that Fields will lead the Bears back to the promised land.

I would be remiss if I didn’t acknowledge the passing of Tony Esposito, one of the greatest goalies to play for the Chicago Blackhawks. R.I.P. Tony.

John Wooden said, “If you don’t have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it again?”

Refuse hate. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

I love Detroit.

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DINNER AND MUSIC UNDER THE MOONLIGHT DURING ‘SOME ENCHANTED EVENING’

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New Buffalo Art Gallery owners (center) Emily Sroda and Victor Ciardelli prepare to cut the ribbon on the gallery

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oin the School Messiah by Handel, of American Ninth Symphony Music Saturday,

by Beethoven, and Sept. 25, for “Some Requiem by Mozart.

Enchanted Evening” Last March. Daniels Bring a blanket, joined the faculty lawn chairs and a of the School of dinner basket, sit American Music, back beneath a where he teaches canopy of trees, and voice. join the School of “Bring food and American Music for Martha Cares beverages for a “Some Enchanted magical picnic of Evening,” a concert moonlight and of musical vignettes music,” said Marco presented on the Chavarry, the event’s Spring Creek Stage organizer, and a in Dewey Canon member of the Park, 14 Maple St., in School of American Three Oaks.

Music’s board of All are invited to directors. “We are arrive at 5 p.m. for a planning a festive pre-concert outdoor evening of dining dinner under the outdoors, listening to Matthew Daniel stars. Prizes will be music and having a awarded for the great time.” best dining set-up of the evening. The concert will begin at 6 p.m. ax deductible tickets to the The program for the evening concert are $50 and can be features soprano Martha Cares and purchased on the School tenor Matthew Daniel singing classics of American Music’s website, from musicals such as Guys and Dolls, schoolofamericanmusic.com, or by Les Misérables and South Pacific, in calling 269-409-1191.

The event addition to highlights from popular will benefit SAM’s Future Fund operas. endowment campaign, with proceeds Cares is an internationally renowned matched by the Michiana Arts opera singer and long-time member of the cast of Phantom of the Opera in Foundation.

“Martha and Matt have planned New York City. Her studio, ART DOG, a delightful program of solos and is in Sawyer, where Cares supports her duets,” said Phil Bauman, program organization, My Rescue, a movement director for the School of American devoted to helping animal rescue Music.

“They will sing several tunes nationwide through Cares’s work as a from each musical genre selected visual artist. for the evening, as well as Sinatra, Daniel, a veteran member of the showtunes and even opera hits. It will chorus of the Lyric Opera of Chicago, be fun.” is well-known across the country Details will follow in case for his work in operatic productions of inclement weather. For ranging from Don Giovanni to La more information, visit www.

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Ribbon officially cut at New Buffalo Art Gallery

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fter nearly a year after first opening its doors, owners Victor Ciardelli and Emily Sroda celebrated the “official” grand opening of the New Buffalo Art Gallery at a ribboncutting that was administered by the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce and an open house Saturday, Aug. 14.

Ciardelli said the gallery had a private opening during last August and was open until October. It reopened this past May. “We’ve been open this whole summer, but this was our official, official grand opening,” he said.

Ciardelli and Sroda restored the 100-year-old building, which was at one time Schewenk’s Klondike Saloon.

Kimberlee Wendt, executive director of the chamber, welcomed the art gallery as the “newest place to offer culture in New Buffalo.”

“We’re really pleased you were able to refurbish this building – it’s wonderful to see these buildings be revitalized here,” she said.

The gallery has grown from featuring a collection of Ciardelli’s art (his sweeping photographs of Lake Michigan) and the artwork of two other artists to having its current display of artwork by eight artists.

The gallery’s first showcase featuring

Beth Harman Adler’s work is scheduled for this Friday, Aug. 20, which will bring the total to nine artists. Artists are all local, Ciardelli said.

For Adler’s showcase, Ciardelli said a 10-foot wall was built to feature her two collections, “Luna 2021” and “Inspired by Modernism, 2019-2020.” The collections will be on display through Sept. 20.

The gallery also doubles as an event space for intimate gatherings up to 50 people. Yoga and other unique classes including painting parties will be offered (a “Yoga for Charity,” which benefited Harbor Country Mission, was held last month).

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ine and canvas events have also been held in the gallery (Ciardelli said he hopes to have them once a week).

The New Buffalo Art Gallery is located at 137 North Whittaker Street, New Buffalo. Current hours of operation are Tuesday through Friday from 1:30 to 8 p.m., Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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The Melting Mermaids sell Yacht Club merchandise underneath a tent

Members of Paradise Road perform underneath the shelter at Calvary Chapel New Buffalo

Guests relax and enjoy tunes from Paradise Road

Paradise Road reunites at Calvary Chapel’s Gospel Fest

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hose who attended Gospel Fest at Calvary Chapel New Buffalo Saturday, Aug. 14, enjoyed good food and fellowship and a reunion of sorts.

The gospel group, Paradise Road, was there once again to perform underneath the picnic shelter behind the church for the annual events.

The members of the Nappanee, Indiana-based group had broken off to form other bands but said they still enjoy getting together to perform live together.

Gene Mullet said that the group began performing in 2012.

“That’s the earliest set list I got downloaded on my computer,” he said.

On the first weekend of August, the group returns to Calvary Chapel – the same weekend that they

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“have to come through all that traffic” due to Michigan’s Longest Garage Sale, which is also going on, lead singer Jim Kaylor said.

They’d like to start playing at nursing homes again, although Kaylor said restrictions from Covid-19 have kept them from that for the time being.

Three of the group members attend church together.

Kaylor said he and Mullet’s friendship can be traced back to the 1980s.

“When our kids were really little, over 40 years ago, we used to go down to Tenness and Kentucky and Virginia and sing,” Kaylor

travels with the group.

“It was kind of like the Lord brought us together,” Mullet said.

For that reason, members of the group view what they do as not merely entertainment, but as a “ministry.”

Just by looking at the faces of the people in the audience, they can tell their music means something more.

“Something about the songs will lift them up each time we sing it – it’s just a blessing, we see them smile, I like to see that.

It helps them forget their troubles for the day or week,” Kaylor said.

“We sung some of the songs for 40 years, but Guests enjoy the buffet at Gospel Fest said.

Other members of the group started to join in.

Mullet said that guitar player Nick Miller asked them backstage once if they played gospel music – to which Mullet replied, “We play gospel music, join us.”

Kaylor’s granddaughter, Lexi, who’s been singing since she was young, also

we just don’t get tired of doing them - they’re always new and fresh to us,” he added.

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s is tradition, Paradise Road rose bright and early to play for the Sunday service at Calvary Chapel the next morning before heading on the road – even though Kaylor said members will be “tired tomorrow night.”

“We run on nervous energy, I guess,” he said.

Calvary Chapel Pastor Len Pera said that the church located at 1615 E. Buffalo Street in New Buffalo has recently resumed inperson Thursday night Bible studies. For more information on services and other events, visit wwww.calvarychapelnb. org.

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Sophia Hood takes on the Pink Lemonade Stand Challenge in front of New Buffalo’s The Hidden Gem

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Sophia Hood serves pink lemonade to passersby on North Whittaker Street

New Buffalo the spot for area’s first ‘Pink Lemonade Stand’ to end breast cancer

ost people like pink lemonade - and most people like helping other people.

That’s the main idea behind the Pink Lemonade Stand Challenge (PLSC), an initiative that challenges others to “be the end” of breast cancer by raising funds for research that will lead to its prevention and cure.

Sophia Hood took on that challenge when she set up the first Pink Lemonade Stand in New Buffalo in front of The Hidden Gem on North Whittaker Street Sunday, Aug. 15.

A student at the University of Notre Dame in nearby Notre Dame, Indiana, who also has a family home in Union Pier, Hood said she wanted people in the Michiana area to help her take on the challenge.

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downtown and I knew a lot of people would be passing by,” she said of her choice to set up shop in the middle of downtown New Buffalo.

Hood chose The Hidden Gem because she was drawn to the store’s “vibe,” she said.

Hood said a family friend from back home in Villanova, Pennsylvania, Kim Rhodes, was undergoing breast cancer treatment in 2016 when her daughter, Brynne, then 7 years old, asked to open a pink lemonade stand and donate the money to Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF).

“Ever since then, it’s basically taken off and turned into the Pink Lemonade Stand Challenge, where we challenge other people to put on their own stands and donate all the money they receive to BCRF,” Hood said.

The challenge was having a revival that summer after halting due to Covid last year. Rhodes was relaunching the Pink Lemonade Stand’s college internship program and asked Hood to spread the word at Notre Dame.

“I thought, I think I’d like to do this myself,” Hood said.

Besides New Buffalo, lemonade stands were set up in Cincinnati and Charleston, North Carolina, that weekend.

Everything that’s given away at the stands (in addition to the pink lemonade, Hood was also offering pink-frosted sugar cookies and gluten free chocolate chip cookies) is free, although people are encouraged to give monetary donations.

“It’s just about spreading awareness and raising money for this foundation, which we believe is one of the best charities because

it donates a very large proportion of the money they receive for actual research,” Hood said.

Hood said that she’d been getting donations from lots of people in addition to them enjoying the free refreshments.

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CRF’s focus is on treatments and preventive measures, ensuring that the next generation doesn’t have to face breast cancer.

“Their mission is to end breast cancer by advancing the world’s most prominent research - we have a hashtag, #BetheEnd, so whenever we challenge people to make a stand, we challenge them to help us be the end to breast cancer,” Hood said.

Having the opportunity to educate others about the ways they could make difference is a bonus

for those who set up the stands.

“A lot of people come up to us…They’re survivors themselves, they know someone who’s experienced breast cancer.

So, it’s awesome to teach people about ways they can get involved and help others who are struggling themselves,” Hood said.

Hood said she’s entering her sophomore year at Notre Dame, where she’s a business analytics student.

Setting up a stand has challenged her to step out of her comfort zone and interact with the public.

“I’ve learned a lot about marketing and public speaking,” Hood said.

In the last five years, hundreds of pink lemonade stands have been held in more than 30 states, $61,000 has been raised to fund research. For information on becoming involved

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HOR0SCOPE AUGUST 19-25, 2021

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

There is a very uplifting energy coming your way this week, that will boost your mental abilities and help you handle anything that busy work schedule can throw at you.

Luck will be with you in making new friends and finding likeminded people who will be of great inspiration or support.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21

There is a stabilizing force settling in this week, which will help you solidify business and career connections, as well as bring in more money. Luck will be with you in forging stronger relationships or more lucrative arrangements. This is the time to communicate and strengthen partnerships.

There is a very professional vibe coming your way this week which will helping you communicate more effectively and share ideas more clearly. If you are looking to increase productivity or be more influential at work, now is the time when the stars will work with you to motivate them.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20

There is a lot shifting and changing for you on a personal level and it’s important you honor your heart and inner feelings. Recognize those things inside you that make you unique and then you’ll know where to move your career and life path. Make your health and wealth obligatory.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19

There is a lot happening for you educationally and professionally this week. Now is the time to follow through with your unique ideas and put your personal touch on creative projects.

Don’t discard ideas because they seem farfetched, research it first. Lady luck smiles on the motivated.

There will be a lot happening in the world that may require you to change up the travel plans you have. Not only will you change up your usual itinerary but you may be required to interact with some very unusual people.

Get ready for a very conscious raising experience.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21

This is the time to make some moves.

Whether you are looking to actually move into a new home or just needing to make some changes to your home or feelings of safety, now is the time to go for it. Lady luck will happily be at your side during any kind of relocation program you undertake.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 The energy coming your way this week will aid you in uncovering hidden resources and legacies. The recognition of these gifts will not only raise your energy levels but boost your creative talents and need for expression. Purging and expressing your inner feelings is needed. Don’t hold back.

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CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20

Any difficulties you may have experienced getting paid or receiving support will be resolved now. This is the time to reach out to others and open lines of communication. Tell people what you expect and let it stand. Luck will be with you in finding the right teammate and people to support your ideas.

When it comes to your home and loved ones, you will feel like your prayers have been answered this week but as far as technological advancements; not so much. Be patient with electrical devices this week, and avoid installing new programs or making changes to online accounts.

The energy coming your way this week will help resolve any personal difficulties and you will see many obstacles removed from your path now. Enjoy this smooth sailing and make the most of it by handling difficult situations head-on. Your outlook on life will be strengthened and renewed now.

The vibe coming your way this week has the capacity to bring you and loved ones closer.

Take the initiative to talk difficult situations out and avoid dodging emotional issues or acting aloof. This is the time to get involved in a way that honors your need for space and a sense of freedom.

Whatever happens to me is not evil and necessary.

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Berrien Conservation District office to host free drinking well water screening

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he Berrien Conservation District and the Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) will sponsor a free well water screening day Thursday, Sept. 16, and Friday, Sept.

17, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Anyone who wishes to have their well water tested free of charge can bring water samples to the Berrien Conservation District office at 3334 Edgewood Rd., Berrien Springs.

Samples from drinking water wells will be screened for nitrate and nitrite.

The screening is open to everyone who uses a personal well for drinking water. Forms should be filled out in advance and are available at the Conservation District office, and online at www.berriencd.org. The service is for private drinking wells only. Public water supplies are regularly tested.

Please do not bring samples from public water supplies or non-drinking water sources. Only drinking well water samples will be tested. You do not have use a special bottle for this screening. Any small clean jar will work—one ounce of water is enough.

You will not receive your water collection device back.

Please follow the directions below to sample your well. Collect samples just before taking them to the sample drop-off. Samples must be less than 48 hours old for a valid nitrate and nitrite result.

1. Fill out the water sample information sheet.

2. P ick a tap that supplies water that has not run through any treatment

devices (water softener, carbon filter, etc.)

3. R un the water 20-30 minutes before collecting the sample.

This will give the pump time to flush the water pressure tank and plumbing so you can collect a valid sample. Disconnect any hoses before collecting the sample; do not sample through a hose. Rinse the sample bottle and lid thoroughly in the water to be sampled; then fill the bottle.

4. Label the bottle clearly with your name, sampling date, and the well name (cottage well, Moms well, house well, etc.) using a waterproof pen.

5. Keep the sample dark and cold (on ice or refrigerated) until it is dropped off.

6. When you arrive at the Berrien Conservation District office place the sample in the cooler filled with cold packs located in the entrance way for contactless drop-off.

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ll results are confidential.

You will get your results as well as information on what to do should nitrite or nitrates show up in your drinking water.

Please fill out the sample information sheet completely and bring it with your water sample. You can get more information from the Berrien Conservation District office at 269-471-9111 ext. 3, online at www.berriencd.org, or email dylan. armstrong@macd.org. — STAFF REPORTS

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U.S. 12 Speed and Custom hosting ‘Full Throttle Throw down’ next weekend

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he public is invited to an all-day action-packed event during the 10th anniversary of U.S. 12 Speed & Custom’s Full Throttle Throw-down Saturday, Aug. 28, at US 12 Speed & Custom, 19015 U.S. Highway 12 in New Buffalo.

For those who want to register a vehicle, gates open at 7:30 a.m.

Registration is $20. For those who want to just come hang out and see custom rides, pin-ups, and listen to great music, the chaos begins at 8 a.m.

Registration closes once the lot is full.

Spaces are first come first serve.

The schedule for the day’s entertainment is as follows: DJ: Del

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Villarreal from Motorbilly Productions, 9 a.m.; North of Memphis band, 11 a.m.; Kids Pedal Car Drags (ages 3-8) inside of main building, noon; DJ: Del Villarreal from Motorbilly Productions, 12:45p.m.; Pin-up Calendar Contest inside the main building, 1 p.m.; trophy presentation inside the main building, 2 p.m.; North of Memphis band, 3 p.m.; 2021 Calendar shoot featuring 2021 pin-up winners and 2021 trophy winners, 3:30 p.m.; DJ Del Villarreal, 4:15p.m.; Eartherial band, 5 p.m.; Del Villarreal, 6 p.m.; and South Shore Standard band, 7 p.m.

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OBITUARIES Dale Richard Ender

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1926-2021

ale Richard Ender, age 94, of Galien, died peacefully Sunday, August 15, 2021, in the comfort of his family’s presence, in his

home.

His life began December 19, 1926 in Galien, Michigan, the oldest of two children born to Paul and Dorothy Ender. He married Joyce Elaine Kool, August 24, 1950, in Galien, Michigan.

After 66 wonderful years of marriage, Joyce preceded him in death March 26, 2016.

Dale and Joyce owned and operated Key Casting Incorporated in Sawyer, Michigan. They enjoyed boating and bowling in their younger years.

Dale was an outdoorsman, an avid fisherman, and loved mushroom

hunting. He was a hard worker. He loved aviation and flying. He enjoyed boating and he and Joyce would often spend time on the boat watching the boats go by with family and friends.

He will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by five sons, Kevin (Tammy) Ender, Bryan (Eva) Ender, Brent (Eliza) Ender, Erik (Gloria) Ender, Scot (Elizabeth) Ender; nine grandchildren; six greatgrandchildren; one niece, Karen; and two nephews, Denny and Craig.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his sister, Betty Olmstead; and brother-in-law, Clare Olmstead.

Family and friends will gather from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, August 19, 2021 in Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m.

Friday, August 20, 2021 in the funeral home.

Dale will be laid to rest with his beloved wife in Galien Township Cemetery.

The family prefers contributions in memory of Dale be made to the Galien Public Library, 302 North Cleveland Avenue, Galien, Michigan, 49113.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks. Please share a memory or a message online: wagnercares.com.

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Impaired driving enforcement looks to reduce crashes, fatalities, and injuries on Michigan roads THIS LABOR DAY AND EVERY DAY: DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER

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he end of summer is traditionally marked by the Labor Day holiday and is a time for friends and families to enjoy pool parties, backyard barbecues and other activities. Sadly, the Labor Day holiday weekend is also one of the deadliest times of the year in terms of impaired-driving fatalities.

That is why law enforcement officers from police departments, sheriff’s offices and the Michigan State Police are partnering with the Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) to get drunk and drugged drivers off our roads and save lives during the enforcement campaigns Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over and If You Feel Different, You Drive Different. Drive High, Get a DUI, which will run from Aug. 16 to Sept. 6.

During this period, increased state, and national messages about the dangers of driving impaired, coupled with extra enforcement and increased officers on the roadway, aim to drastically reduce drunk and drugged driving.

“The Labor Day holiday is a time for fun and community as families and friends gather for a final, late-summer celebration. Unfortunately, there are people who will make the wrong choice to drive impaired, needlessly putting themselves and others at risk,” said Michael L. Prince, OHSP director.

“The law enforcement officers participating in these campaigns are dedicated to enforcing our traffic laws and keeping our roadways safe. We need people to understand that it’s up to them to make the smart decision to drive sober.”

Over the 2020 Labor Day holiday

period in Michigan, there were 1,833 crashes, including 15 fatal crashes, resulting in 15 fatalities. Of those 15 fatal crashes, 8 involved alcohol and/ or drugs (53.3 percent).

In Michigan, it is illegal to drive with a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher, although motorists can be arrested at any BAC level if an officer believes they are impaired.

Motorists face enhanced penalties if arrested for a first-time drunk driving offense with a .17 BAC or higher.

Anyone who refuses a breath test for the first time is given a one-year driver’s license suspension. For a second refusal within seven years, it is a two-year suspension.

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ccording to the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute, in 2020, a total of 161 alcoholimpaired drivers involved in crashes in Michigan were killed, and 63 of those drivers (39.1 percent) were not wearing seat belts.

Last year, nearly 42 percent of fatalities on Michigan roadways involved alcohol and/or drugs.

During last year’s August enforcement campaign, officers made 181 OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) and 35 OUID (Operating Under the Influence of Drugs) arrests for a total of 216 alcohol- and drugrelated arrests.

The impaired-driving campaigns are supported with federal traffic safety funds provided by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and coordinated by the OHSP. — STAFF REPORTS

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Get kids ready for school at Berrien County Health Department ‘Back to School Bash’ VACCINATIONS, HEARING AND VISION SCREENINGS, RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN

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o help families get their children ready to head back to the classroom this fall, the Berrien County Health Department will host the “Back to School Bash” from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 23, at the health department’s Niles office (1205 Front Street) and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 30, at the Benton Harbor office (2149 E. Napier Ave.).

After an unprecedented school year in 2020-2021, the health department stresses the importance of readying kids for a healthy school year. At the events, the health department will provide free hearing and vision screenings and immunizations required for school entry, including the strongly recommended COVID-19 vaccine for children 12 years and older.

The event will also feature healthy snacks, activities, and giveaways for kids of all ages, as well as information about WIC, parenting education classes, health insurance assistance, and many other programs and services that can benefit families in Berrien County.

Representatives from local law enforcement will be at the events to continue building positive relationships between police departments and the community,

allowing kids the opportunity to see inside police cars and a fire truck.

Other community agencies, such as the Berrien County Great Start Collaborative and the Lions Club Project KidSight will also attend. All attendees are strongly recommended to wear a face mask while participating in any of the indoor activities.

“As kids head back to school inperson this year, it’s so important that they are healthy and ready to learn,” said Courtney Davis, acting health officer, Berrien County Health Department. “We know that the backto-school season can be a busy and stressful time for everyone, so we are happy to help families prepare for that transition.”

Parents are reminded that Michigan state law requires that children receive certain immunizations against infectious diseases like measles, chickenpox, whooping cough, and hepatitis B, before entering school.

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PUBLIC NOTICES AT&T proposes to erect a new 20.5’ metal pole and install a top-mounted antenna at 26’ near 303 N. Whittaker St, New Buffalo, MI (20210763).

Interested parties may contact Scott Horn (856-809-1202) (1012 Industrial Dr., West Berlin, NJ 08091) with comments regarding potential effects on historic properties.

AT&T proposes to erect a new 32’ wooden utility pole and install a top-mounted antenna at 35.6’ near 100 Marquette Dr, New Buffalo, MI (20210771). Interested parties may contact Scott Horn (856-809-1202) (1012 Industrial Dr., West Berlin, NJ 08091) with comments regarding potential effects on historic properties.

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