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Grand Beach Council approves armour stone for pump house protection PAGE 4 Breaking, entering incident discovered at Mechanic Street pool PAGE 4

NBSA to present ‘mustattend meeting’ on beach restoration PAGE 5

Buzzing about bees in Chikaming Township PAGE 8

School board updated on school resource officers, new crosscountry trails PAGE 11

An afternoon with the owls at COL and New Buffalo Township Library PAGE 14

Greek Festival: Occasion to celebrate PAGE 17

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Grand Beach Council approves armour stone for pump house protection

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t a special Monday, Aug. 20, meeting, the Grand Beach Village Council voted to move forward with the much-needed revetment of the pump house.

Councilmembers continue to worry about the erosion caused by high wave action and the possibility of future storm damage that could threaten the pump house, which is the source of water for the golf course irrigation system. The council has been proactive in protecting the village infrastructure throughout this period of high lake levels and continual dune erosion.

Donkersloot and Sons was awarded the contract for the revetment work at a price of $154,119. Armour stone and smaller stone will be installed prior to winter to protect the pump house. The work will begin once the permits are issued by the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and US Army Corp of Engineers.

The second bidder for the job was Oselka Construction Co., which bid $194,000.

Another concern is the drain pipe located on Ridge Road; however, that issue was tabled for further information. Of concern to the council was what future plans the adjoining neighbors had to protect their properties, which could affect the drain pipe revetment. Currently, the drain pipe is creating a gully where the water runs off. Two bids were received to perform revetment work in that area: Donkersloot & Sons, which bid $66,000 and Oselka Construction, which bid $80,000.

Councilmembers expressed their concerns over the large amount of money that has been spent over the past two years on beach access and right-of-way revetment work due to the erosion.

The option of drilling wells on the golf course to service the irrigation system was discussed but not approved. The option of drilling wells has previously been discussed as a back-up plan if the pump house was damaged and became inoperable.

At the May council meeting, Clay Putnam of ServiceScape said that the golf course requires approximately 125,0000 to 150,000 gallons of water per night on a daily basis. This would be cost prohibitive if the water had to be purchased from an outside source, as the village does for its municipal drinking water. At that time, Putnam stated that the village would most likely need to install more than one well in addition to building a retention pond to hold the water. An alternative source like wells will continue to be researched and discussed.

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SCLC PRESIDENT & CEO REFLECTS ON ARETHA FRANKLIN

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ike Gospel Great Mahalia Jackson, Ms. Franklin lent her voluminous Voice to the Civil Rights Movement Dr. Charles Steele, Jr., president and CEO of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), issued the following statement today about life and legacy of the legendary Gospel and Rhythm and Blues Singer Aretha Franklin, known affectionately as “The Queen of Soul.” Ms. Franklin died on August 16, 2018 in Detroit at the age of 76.

“Aretha was the spirit of the Civil Rights Movement. She and her father were very significant when it comes to the influential people who supported our co-founder and first president, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. And just like Gospel Great Mahalia Jackson, Aretha was there providing support with her voice. Given that voluminous voice she possessed, she motivated folks, not only through Rhythm and Blues, but also gospel. The first time Dr. King gave the “I Have a Dream Speech,” was in Detroit in June of 1963, and the March on Washington was the following August. The largest march prior to the historic March on Washington was in Detroit, and she and her father were involved in that march and movement. That Detroit rally provided the motivation, excitement and energy we needed to mobilize people to Washington where Dr. King gave the famous “I Have A Dream Speech,” which became renown and documented as one of the greatest speeches in history.

She leaves an impressive legacy.

Eighty percent of how society is influenced is through music. Not only did she work with the civil rights movement, she talked about real day-to- day life experiences that lifted folks up. Many of the people I spoke with about her influence say they were down in college and did not know if they could make it through the next semester or through the year, and they would listen to Aretha and Aretha gave them hope. There were people without jobs who said they were down and out and turned to alcohol, but listening to Aretha, they shot themselves back into reality. They began to take on the challenges and disadvantages they were facing. Her voice was very enticing and motivating and it moved our people into action.

She will truly be missed.” — STAFF REPORTS

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Breaking and entering incident discovered at Mechanic Street pool

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he gated pool at the Lake Front Homeowners Association was broken into and the pool was vandalized on Saturday, August 11 by three young men.

Surveillance cameras show the boys breaking into the front gate located at 20 E. Mechanic Street at approximately midnight. After gaining entry, the young men, who were dressed in swim trunks, found that the pool cover was in place and the pool wasn’t open for swimming. They proceeded to slash the cover from one end to the other in order to gain entry into the pool.

They also manipulated concrete patio slabs to try to access the controls for the pool; however, that attempt failed.

The pool complex is owned by two home owner associations (HOA), Dunescape at Whittaker and Mechanic streets and Waters Edge on North Thompson Street The pool complex is under 24-hour video surveillance. The video recordings have been reviewed by the New Buffalo Police Department, but at this time, the three suspects remain at large. Anyone with information regarding this breaking and entry with vandalism is asked to call Officer Johnson at the New Buffalo Police Department at 269-469-1593. All information provided will be confidential.

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Cherry Beach Committee seeks help for final push for land acquisition

First human case of West Nile virus detected in Berrien County

errien County Health Department officials have confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in Berrien County for this year.

The case was in an adult woman who became ill in late July, showing symptoms of West Nile virus.

As mosquitoes remain active in southwest Michigan into the fall months, Berrien County Health Department officials urge residents to stay vigilant and protect themselves against mosquito bites to reduce their risk for West Nile virus. In Michigan, outbreaks of WNV have been occurring every summer since 2002.

West Nile virus is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito that has picked up the virus by feeding on an infected bird. Most people who contract the virus have no clinical symptoms of illness, but some may become ill three to 15 days after the bite of an infected mosquito. About one in five infected persons will have mild illness, which may include fever, headache, body aches, joint pain, vomiting, diarrhea or rash. About one in 150 infected people will become severely ill and may experience symptoms such as a stiff neck, stupor, disorientation, coma, tremors, muscle weakness, convulsions or paralysis. More serious complications are associated with neurological illnesses, like meningitis and encephalitis. People 60 years and older are more susceptible to severe WNV symptoms.

Residents should be aware of sick-acting or dead birds, especially crows and blue jays, as that may be an indication of West Nile virus in a community.

Residents can report sick-acting or dead wildlife to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) by submitting an online report.

The most effective way to reduce your risk of mosquito bites and WNV is to follow the 3 R’s: Remove – Eliminate opportunities for mosquitoes to breed outside your home in pools of standing water. Once a week, dump water that is collecting outside in buckets, flowerpots, toys, kiddie pools, pet bowls, spare tires, etc. Keep gutters clean and free of debris.

Repel – Use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-approved insect repellents when outdoors, such as those containing the active ingredient DEET. Always follow the directions on the label. Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants.

Repair – Keep mosquitoes outside. Make sure your doors and windows have tightly fitting screens. Repair any tears or other openings. Use air conditioning when possible.

More information can be found at www.bchdmi.org or www.michigan.gov/ westnilevirus. — STAFF REPORTS

Age imprints more wrinkles in the mind than it does on the face.

-Michel de Montaigne

No matter the season, the natural beauty of Harbor Country inspires and delights both those who visit and those who call these small towns home.

What takes our breath away is not the main streets, large homes and businesses but the dunes, grasses, water and trees that make up the landscape of the area. So often a hike through the woods or an hour on the beach can reset our souls, reminding us of what does and does not matter. The ability to retreat to nature is essential to what it means to be human, and it is something we must work to preserve for future generations.

This is exactly what the Cherry Beach Committee is working to do for a threeacre plot of lakeshore in Chikaming Township. Hundreds of individuals and several nonprofits have banded together with the Township in an effort to acquire and preserve approximately three acres of old hardwood trees and 400 feet of beachfront adjacent to Cherry Beach in Harbert, Michigan.

Cherry Beach is a beautiful Lake Michigan beach open to the general public year-round, which has been owned and managed by Chikaming Township since the Warren Foundation deeded land to the Township in 1922.

The adjacent parcel now for sale carries a permit for development of a large residential compound. Instead, the Township is working with the property’s seller to buy the land and preserve its natural state for future generations.

Project supporters have now supplied enough in pledges to match both a $250,000 Carls Foundation challenge grant (in partnership with the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy) and a $50,000 challenge grant from The Upton Foundation.

“I am delighted by the community’s overwhelming support for the acquisition of the property next to Cherry Beach,” said Township Supervisor David Bunte.

“When we started in February, we needed to raise more than $1 million.

Now we need less than $250,000, but we must secure those pledges by Oct. 1,” Bunte added.

Meeting this deadline will qualify the project to receive a Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF) grant. If this grant is awarded, it will provide 75 percent of the roughly $4 million needed to complete the purchase. Chikaming Township itself has pledged $175,000 towards the effort.

“The acquisition of the adjacent property has been a dream of this community for decades. The Cherry Beach Project has the Township’s full support. If you want to pitch in and contribute to this community effort, please go to cherrybeachproject.com and pledge now. — LEANNE PENNY

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THANKS FOR THE BLESSINGS...

ater’s Edge United Methodist Church and Blessings in a Backpack would like to thank Barney’s Market, Store Manager Justin Teets, Grocery Manager Phil Mottle and all of the Barney’s employees who were involved in making the food drives held at Barney’s Market this summer a huge success! Your help is greatly appreciated.

To everyone who volunteers with the Blessings in a Backpack ministry throughout the school year and at the food drives, thank you for your dedication and for all that you do to help feed children in New Buffalo!

Thank you to those of you who dropped off metal recyclables to help us provide Thanksgiving food for New Buffalo Blessings in a Backpack recipient families.

A huge thank you goes out to all of you who generously donated food and/or made monetary donations to Blessings in a Backpack. We are truly grateful for all of the support we receive throughout the year. We are looking forward to our eighth school year of sending food home with children at New Buffalo Elementary School for the weekends.

If you are interested in learning more about “Blessings in a Backpack” or if you would like to make a donation, contact Mary Robertson at (269) 469-1925 or mrobertson58@comcast. net. A donation of $100 will provide food to one child on the weekends for the entire school year.

Thank you for sharing…… thank you for caring.

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CHERRY BEACH SUPPORTERS...

he deadline for receiving public pledges of funding to serve as local match for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund grant application is only six weeks away. By September 30, we must raise an additional $275,000 in pledges to support Chikaming Township’s effort to purchase the Cherry Beach property.

There are 7 miles of Lake Michigan beachfront in Chikaming Township, yet only 2% is currently available for public access.

Pay it forward! This is a once-in-a-life time opportunity to preserve, cherish and protect what we love.

The Cherry Beach Committee is a grassroots organization comprised of area property owners dedicated to purchasing and preserving a pristine parcel of land immediately to the south of Cherry Beach, Chikaming Township, Michigan Want more? Visit cherrybeachproject.com. We can do this!

For more information, contact Chikaming Township by phone at 269 469-1676 or by email at frontdesk@chikamingtownship. org.

Please join us in helping the Township and community make this a reality.

At this time, only pledges are being accepted. Donations will be collected later. The mailing address is: The Cherry Beach Project, 13535 Red Arrow Highway, PO Box 40, Harbert, MI 49115.

— THE CHERRY BEACH COMMITTEE

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State fire marshal urges fire safety for college students

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New Buffalo to host Labor Day sidewalk sales

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he New Buffalo Business Association (NBBA) is sponsoring an end-of-summer sidewalk sale for businesses within the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) district, which includes North and South Whittaker, Merchant, Mechanic, Barton and Smith streets and US 12 (Buffalo Street) on Labor Day weekend, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 31 through Monday, Sept, 3. This is a great opportunity to find that special item for yourself or for your early holiday shopping list. — LINDA HENDERSON

NBSA to present ‘mustattend meeting’ on beach restoration

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s young adults start another academic year at Michigan colleges and universities, state Fire Marshal Kevin Sehlmeyer urges students and their parents to make fire prevention a top priority and practice life-saving fire safety measures whether living on or off campus.

“Having working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, along with knowing and practicing an escape plan, are the most important factors in keeping college students safe,” said Sehlmeyer. “Students need to ensure that where they are living is equipped with properly working smoke alarms, that they are tested monthly and have fresh batteries. Smoke alarms must never be tampered with.”

According to Sehlmeyer, common factors in on- or offcampus fires include lack of a fire sprinkler system; missing or disabled smoke alarms; careless smoking; unattended candles; overloaded electrical circuits and extension cords; alcohol consumption, which impairs judgment and hampers fire evacuation efforts; and fires originating on upholstered furniture and decks or porches.

The following is a list of fire safety tips for all college students living on or off campus: • Know all emergency exits and have two ways out of a dorm, movie theater or nightclub.

• Use stairs to get out, not elevators.

• Most fatal fires happen at night. Get up, get out and stay out.

• Don’t allow smoking inside a dorm room. Never smoke in bed.

• Make sure cigarettes and ashes are out. After a party, check for smoldering cigarette butts, especially under cushions. Chairs and sofas catch on fire fast and burn fast.

• Never leave a lit candle unattended. Keep candles away from curtains, furniture, bedding and papers. Extinguish all candles when leaving the room or going to bed.

• Don’t use the stove or oven to help heat a cold dorm room or apartment.

• Keep space heaters away from anything flammable and never leave them unattended.

• Keep a fire extinguisher close by and know how to use it.

• Plug microwave ovens or other cooking appliances directly into an outlet. Never use an extension cord for a cooking appliance as it can overload the circuit and cause a fire.

• If a fire starts in a microwave, keep the door closed and unplug the unit.

• Don’t overload electrical outlets, power strips and extension cords.

• Use a surge protector for a computer and plug the protector directly into an outlet.

To read the U.S. Fire Administration’s report, “Campus Fire Fatalities in Residential Buildings” (2000-2015), visit https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/publications/ campus_fire_fatalities_report.pdf. For more information about fire safety, visit the Bureau of Fire Services website at www.michigan.gov/bfs. For more information about LARA, visit www.michigan.gov/lara. Follow them on Twitter at www.twitter.com/michiganLARA. — STAFF REPORTS

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Learn about the very significant progress the New Buffalo Shoreline Alliance (NBSA) has made with regards to their goal of restoring the beaches south of the New Buffalo breakwater, the final design from their engineering consultants and the work they and government officials have engaged in this past year to reach their level of success at a must-attend meeting at 10 a.m.

Saturday, Sept. 1, at New Buffalo High School.

The NBSA is working to restore the beaches of New Buffalo, New Buffalo Township, Grand Beach and Michiana Shores. Meeting attendees will hear the answers to their questions and find out what they can do about beach restoration.

The community’s support is needed to carry the message to local, state and federal authorities.

Whether you are a lake front resident or not, your recreational opportunities and your property values have been negatively affected.

Scheduled to speak at this important meeting and update the NBSA’s recent accomplishments are Lou O’Donnell, mayor of New Buffalo; Michelle Heit, New Buffalo Township supervisor; Erza Scott, Berrien County commissioner; and Mike Ryan, district director for Rep. Fred Upton (R-St. Joseph).

The comprehensive plan, which comprise engineering details and funding opportunities, will be presented by Greg Weykamp, president of Edgewater Resources.

To keep informed, sign up at newbuffaloshorelinealliance@gmail. com.The high school is located at 1112 E. Clay St., New Buffalo.

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NBYC commodore and Sail Fleet Committee chair Dana Hybl reported that all the boats were healing, with foresails and rails in the water.

“It made for crazy and exciting racing. Not a day for inexperienced sailors,” she said.

The finishing results had identical boat placements; however, in a close second race, Spirit finished (corrected time) only 60 seconds behind Meracious.

The following are results from both races Saturday, Aug. 28: first place, “Papillion;” second place, “Meracious” and third place, “Spirit.”

Boats participating in the races were: “Papillion,” a 27-foot O’Day, which includes Capt. Dave Milne as the skipper; “XQL,” a modified Farrier 27 trihaul, which was sailed by Mark and Laura Zaranski; “Spirit,” a Glastron 28, which was captained by Bob Begani; Meracious, a Tartan Ten, which had Capt.

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“The Unit” will provide music and dancing beginning around 8 p.m. Bartlett’s Trucking Good Grub will be on site and a cash bar will be served up by Fish Camp. The event will include no admission charge.

The Tri-State yacht race is a long-standing boat race that stretches from Chicago to St. Joseph, Michigan, to Michigan City and Chicago again. After the race on Sunday afternoon, the boats tie up next to the Yacht Club and crews ● others School district budgets often invite to learn about their boats.

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other nature is continuously amazing; however, nowhere is she more fascinating, efficient and productive than inside a bee hive.

Local beekeeper Charmi Keranen shared her knowledge and experience at the “All About Beekeeping” presentation that was hosted by Chikaming Open Lands (COL) Wednesday, Aug. 22, at Chikaming Township Park and Preserve.

The well-attended event had audience members rapt at the marvels of hive life.

From workers, to drones, to nurses, to guards, it’s all about serving the queen and caring for her eggs. The survival of the hive depends on a precise division of roles in the complex society of a bee colony. (The audience chuckled more than once as they learned that most of the work was handled by the female of the species.)

Audience members learned that there are as many as 3,999 species of bees in North America alone; however, environmental impact can threaten populations.

A backyard beekeeper since 2013, Keranen keeps five to eight hives in her garden on one acre of land in northern Indiana. Honey bees keep to a three-mile radius of the hive. She explained how the surrounding environments in every direction surrounding her property plays a critical role in the survival or destruction of the hive. While a lush garden with vegetables and plants that are not overly treated with chemicals will support a hive, a railroad yard with lots of diesel fumes in the air will drive the bees away.

Audience members also got to examine honeycombs up close. When one realizes how strong they are and how they are made, it’s simply an engineering wonder. Wax glands on the underside of the bee’s abdomen secrete flakes of beeswax, which is used to build the honeycombs. Many bees work together to produce and form the wax that becomes their home. Bees must consume at least eight pounds of honey in order to metabolize one pound of wax.

More fun facts that were given at the presentation included: the queen leaves the hive only once for a mating flight (where she will mate with 17-20 drones in one day) before returning to the hive to lay those eggs for the rest of her life, she may lay more than 2,500 eggs per day; and she will live for two to five years.

To find the nectar for honey, foraging bees do a “waggle dance” to inform other bees where nectar can be found. Honey bees are not native to the Americas but were introduced in the 1600s by European settlers.

Keranen delivered tips on how everyone can be environmentally aware and conscientious of their own environmental choices in order to favorably impact the survival of bees.

Keeping your lawn chemical free and letting the dandelions bloom in the early spring will help hives get a good, healthy start to the summer season. Right now, as we enter the end of the summer, bees are looking for the last open blooms to collect nectar for honey to sustain them through winter. Planting your garden with fall flowers, like aster and golden rod, can really help a hive.

COL offers an extensive schedule of free learning events to intrigue nature lovers of all kinds. Check out their calendar at http:// chikamingopenlands.org/events.

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t’s difficult to believe that the baseball season, like summer, is drawing to a close.

I just checked to make sure and even though the weather report is still calling for temperatures in the’ 90s, the Cubs have only 33 games remaining in the regular season - a season that has been as unpredictable as the weather. As we ready ourselves for the final month of the season, let’s look back on what has transpired so far.

In the American League, things have gone pretty much as expected. The Red Sox, Indians, and Astros are leading their divisions as expected, and the Yankees are almost certainly going to be one of the wild card teams. The other wild card team will probably be the Oakland Athletics, who are playing extremely well right now and may overtake the Astros. At the other end of the spectrum, the White Sox and Tigers figured to suffer growing pains this year, and indeed they have; however, both franchises appear to be on the upswing and are poised to be contenders in the near future.

The National League has had almost nothing go as expected.

The Dodgers and Nationals were both heavy favorites to win their division but as of this writing, both are in third place. The Dodgers still have a chance to get to the playoffs but the Nationals seem to be out of the race. The Cubs have been battling the Brewers and Cardinals all year and as of this writing, the Cubs lead the Cards by 4 and the Brewers by 4.5. Eight teams are battling for the five playoff spots, and the final few weeks should be very exciting.

The Cubs trailed the Brewers for most of the first half of the season, finally moving into first on June 8. Since then, a series of injuries hit the team, but with the help of some new additions, they have been able to hold on to the lead - at least so far. The Cub season has been like a roller coaster ride, with plenty of twists and turns and ups and downs. The pitching staff has been inconsistent. Yu Darvish has been injured most of the season and the rest of the starters have been good and bad. The late addition of Cole Hamels has been a godsend. The bullpen is waiting for the return of Brandon Morrow from his injury to solidify things. Baez, Heyward, and Schwarber have been much improved this season but the rest of the hitters have been average. Baez has shown the most improvement and is an MVP candidate. I would have thought you were crazy if you told me at the beginning of the season that David Bote, Cole Hamels, and Daniel Murphy would be leading the charge to the playoffs while Bryant and Morrow are rehabbing in Iowa.

Bote is already a folk hero, Hamels is saving the pitching staff, and Murphy is a professional hitter, and each of them have helped the Cubs hold back their pursuers. It will be interesting to see if any or all of them will be with the team next season.

Jim Bouton said, “A ball player spends a good piece of his life gripping a baseball, and in the end, it turns out that it was the other way around all the time.” Be careful out there. Make good choices.

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

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t the New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education Monday, Aug. 27, meeting, Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie announced that the district’s two school resource officers (SRO) for the 2018-2019 academic year are already on the job.

Board members approved the contracts for the SRO at the elementary school building and the middle/high school building at a meeting earlier this month. Since the elementary school lies within New Buffalo Township, that SRO could come from the county or township. The one for the middle/high school, which lies within the city, would come from the City of New Buffalo.

Leslie said the elementary school SRO was Deputy Michael Troup from the county and the middle/high school SRO was officer Mike Cluster. Last spring, the city had allowed Cluster to divide his time between the two buildings until the end of the school year.

Also at the meeting, board members heard about the creation of a new, two-mile varsity cross country course and a one-mile middle Board members approved the school course on the district’s contracts for the SRO at the Nature Study Trails located in elementary school building back of the elementary school. and the the middle/high Vance Price, cross country school building at a meeting coach and science teacher, said earlier this month. Since the elementary school lies within the courses start behind the New Buffalo Township, that elementary school near where SRO could come from the the principal’s office was located. county or township. The one He said that he approached for the middle/high school, Pat Fisher, president of Harbor which lies within the city, Country Hikers, last year about would come from the City of creating the potential course. It New Buffalo. was Fisher’s idea to create the Nature Study Trails.

Both Price and Fisher invited everyone to walk on the newly widened and cleared trails.

“There’s a lot of people using it and that’s the cool part - almost every time you got out there, you run into somebody,” Fisher said of the nature trails.

Price also thanked Jim Dombrowski, who had helped widen the trails and improve them for the runners. Math teacher Ed Fidler and Matt Johnson, the district’s athletic director, had also been instrumental in creating the course. He also thanked Chikaming Open Lands for allowing them to use their trail by the elementary school.

Board President Chuck Heit said he was concerned that the high school course crosses over onto the busy Lubke Road before looping back toward the school. Price said he had arranged for Cluster to be out there as well as two to three volunteers to keep a lookout for traffic.

The operation agreement for participants who are involved in the LaPorte County Career and Technical Education Area Vocational District #6 (A.K. Smith Career Center) for 2018-2019 was approved.

Board members approved the employment of Patrick Donnelly as the 2018-2019 middle school football coach, pending background approval.

Speaking of athletics, Leslie said middle and high school sports were already up and running. There was a home football game at 7 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 30, against Martin Public School. Board Treasurer Pano Arvanitis reminded everyone that the Bison Boosters would be having a pulled pork dinner at 5:30 p.m. in the concession stand area, with all proceeds benefitting the school’s bands. Dinner, which will include a pulled pork sandwich, chips and a drink, will cost $7.

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Historic Gintaras resort seeking a buyer

BY HOLLY SHULMAN IN UNION PIER, MICHIGAN

rom the moment you pass through the Gintaras gate, your pulse relaxes into the rhythm of by-gone summers. Built upon natural bluffs above a gentle shoreline, this carefully preserved beachside resort offers 14 unique cottages, heavenly gardens, wind, waves, sand, sky and trees - a lovely, serene sanctuary, with outstanding Lake Michigan views and a vacation style that is hard to find today.

“This property offers limitless potential,” said Liz Van Horn, the listing agent affiliated with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. “A prospective buyer has the foundation to dream up anything – from a personal weekend retreat to an expansive space for a bustling business.”

The wish of the resort’s many returning guests is that Gintaras’ natural beauty and vintage vibe will be appreciated and maintained into its next life. The love and loyalty for this one-of-a-kind waterside retreat is passionately expressed by visitors and local residents, who hope to be able to check in and enjoy it for seasons to come.

While chatting with vacationers on the property, the conversation quickly turns to the special experience that is Gintaras. Guests opine about the simple, natural beauty, cottages with character and unique, secluded setting.

Owners Gintaras Kiraitis and his wife Chris comment that preserving the look and feel of the resort’s heritage is hard work and a labor of love, one that “takes a lot of care and specialized maintenance to have things remain in keeping with the historic time frame,” While the owners admit they cannot dictate the future of the property, they, too, hope the same dedication to the aesthetic will be carried on by the new owners.

Listed for $7,200,000, the property currently features 14 diverse cottages, each accommodating 2-22 guests, and is situated on more than four acres of land, with 300 feet of pristine Lake Michigan beachfront.

The larger cottages, gardens and tennis courts are spaciously scattered on the top of the bluff, providing wide open views to the lake. At the edge of the bluff are about 40 solid concrete steps down to the beach. (A rare luxury for those who’ve carefully traversed as many as 100 dicey steps down to other beloved beaches in Harbor Country.) The steps also lead one to a surprising feature: built into the bluff is a row of six one- and two-bedroom beach cottages. Each offers magical lake views. It’s a truly spectacular special feature that could never be built today.

Guests from as far away as Europe to as close as Indiana regularly book at Gintaras. The resort is usually full from April through October. The destination is ideal for leisurely vacations, holidays, weekend getaways and even Notre Dame football games. It is also a picturesque backdrop for weddings, corporate retreats and other special events.

“This is an incredibly unique real estate opportunity, with a storied history to match,” said Van Horn. “The charm and grandeur that made this resort so popular nearly 60 years ago is still alive and well to this day.”

The property has continuously been owned by the Karaitis family, who came to the United States from Lithuania in 1949. They purchased the property 57 years ago as a family retreat and built it into Gintaras Resort, which opened its doors in 1960. This year marks the 23rd season for the current owners, who have proudly maintained and developed the unique family legacy. Now, as the property closes in on its 58th birthday, the Karaitis family is eager to find a buyer who is ready and willing to write the next chapter of its already storied history.

For more listing information or a tour of this property, contact Van Horn at (847) 702-9686. To see a brochure, visit gintarasresort.info.

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BY HOLLY SHULMAN

he air was hot but the music was oh so cool during the “Jazz on a Summer’s Day Beggars Banquet” Sunday, Aug 26.

Jazz lovers gathered for the special, one-day outdoor music event, which combined world class jazz artists with a delicious farm to table community dinner. The festival was presented by HotHouse, the Center for International Performance and Exhibition.

For many previous seasons, the festival was held at the Lakeside Inn. This year, HotHouse teamed with Donna Blue Lachman, who is the proprietor of Blueberry Fields, to host the event on her four-acre property in the cornfields of Harbor Country. Froelich’s Bakery and Deli catered the delicious dinner featuring roasted pig and local produce from Gunthrop Farms.

The featured artists performing at the festival included many of the world’s top creative improvising artists, who appear in jazz festivals and top performing arts centers around the world. The event was a rare chance for Harbor Country to experience avantgarde artistry in a beautiful rural setting. Guests dined around picnic tables and then relaxed into the music-filled evening under the shade of a tent or on lawn chairs and blankets.

Over the course of the seven-hour festival, jazz artists played many of their own ensembles’ compositions as well as improvisations. Founder Marguerite Horberg introduced the groups and also shared a few words about Hothouse’s mission to “explore arts and cultural exchange, and to raise funds to help subsidize the artistic expression of marginalized groups.”

The line-up of performers included Trio W.A.Z. Edward Wilkerson Jr., Tatsu Aoki and Michael Zerang, Meridian Trio, Goran Ivanovic and Fareed Haque, Dos Santos, Ari Brown, Yosef Ben Israel and Avreeyal Ra. To learn more about HotHouse and all their programs and events, visit hothouse.net or the HotHouse FaceBook page, https:// www.facebook.com/hothousechicago/.

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An afternoon with the owls at COL and New Buffalo Township Library

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

group of rehabbed owls spread their wings and attempted to fly during “Hunters of the Night: Owls,” which was held to a full capacity crowd at New Buffalo Township Library Saturday, Aug. 25.

Darlene Brockman, a volunteer and director from the Lake Milton Raptor Center in Union, Michigan, assured everyone that the owls wouldn’t take off because the Lake Milton volunteers who were showing them to the audience in the library’s Pokagon Room were wearing special gloves.

“They’re (the owls) going to come out, they might try to fly but they’re going to be attached to our gloves,” she said, adding that they wouldn’t “come near you.”

Presented by Chikaming Open Lands (COL) and the library, the program featured different species of owls: the screech owl, the burrowing owl, the longand short-eared owl, the barn owl, the great horned owl, the snowy owl and the Eurasian eagle owl.

Aimee Pico, who is also a director at Lake Milton, explained that the center specializes in taking in injured birds and rehabilitating them before trying to release them into the wild once again. The center takes in a wide variety of bird species, such as sparrows, the great blue heron and the bald eagle.

Pico said that the owls showcased that afternoon couldn’t be released because their “severe” injuries would prevent them from surviving in the wild.

“They become our residential ambassador birds, which we go ahead and use for you guys to see up close,” she said.

Some of the owls were smaller than a human infant, such as the screech owl.

Brockman explained that, since these particular owls don’t build nests, they live in tree holes or owl nest boxes.

“When we take down old trees with holes in them, we take away their habitat,” she said.

On the other end of the side spectrum is the Eurasian eagle owl. Known as the largest owl in the world, the owl has a wing span of an eagle, which is a 6 to 7-foot wing span, as well as feet that are as large as an eagle’s.

Brockman explained that Eurasian eagle owls were not native to the United States but were brought over from Russia years ago for educational purposes.

The one they were showing that day had been born in captivity and had been obtained from the South Carolina Raptor Center.

Several owls reside in the United States, such as the burrowing owl, which resides in cactus holes and prairie holes out west as well as rabbit holes in Florida. Snowy owls, which are native to the tundra regions of North America and Eurasia, migrate to as far south as Florida for food in the wintertime. The barn owl, which is found all over the world, is endangered in Michigan due to the loss of their grassland habitat.

The diet of most of that day’s owls consist of mice, bugs and rodents.

Screech owls, she said, are attracted to the nighttime rodents that are located underneath bird feeders. The great-horned owl’s large feet have 300 pounds of pressure for each toe, enabling them to clamp down on and instantly kill a variety of animals. (The foot of a bald eagle has 500 pounds of pressure for each toe.)

Brockman said owls will eat their food either whole or after ripping it apart; however, they can’t digest bones, fur or feathers and will throw up pellets.

“A lot of high school kids will dissect those (pellets) to figure out what animals they’ve been eating,” she said.

Another characteristic that all owls share is their unique set of eyes. According to Brockman, owls’ oval-shaped eyes can’t be moved in the socket like human’s can; owls must turn their heads around when they want to see something.

Owls also have more vertebra in their necks than humans, resulting in their blood going around their necks. As a result, owls can turn their heads up to 270 degrees.

Brockman explained that Lake Milton receives its owls after viewing them on a placement list that goes out to other nature centers and zoos. The center can apply for state and federal permits to obtain the birds. The 501 (c)(3) notfor-profit organization consists entirely of volunteers and receives no state or federal funding.

“These programs are what give us our money,” she said, adding that they also accept donations on their website, www.raptorcenter.org.

COL is a non-profit conservation organization working with landowners in the Galien River watershed and southwest Berrien County to preserve open space and the diverse, natural character of the area.

Casey Struecker, COL’s education and outreach coordinator, said that last year’s bat presentation at the library had attracted a 100-member audience. This year’s owl presentation had grown to 150.

“It’s great partnering with them (the library),” she said.

Jessica Brockman, a volunteer at Lake Milton, shows audience members a barn owl

Aimee Pico displays one of the owls to the audience

Lake Milton volunteer Jessica Milton shows the audience a Eurasian eagle owl

Jessica Brockman displays one of the owls to the large audience

Volunteer Jessica Brockman shows off a great-horned owl

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n exciting springboard to the Greek islands is anticipated this Labor Day weekend.

Featuring appetizing sustenance, lively dancing and cheerful repartee, the annual Greek Festival in New Buffalo, Michigan kicks off Friday, August 31, 2018 from noon – 11 pm., continues on Saturday, September 1st noon – 11 pm., and wraps up on Sunday, September 2nd noon – 11 pm EST. The occasion to engage in authentic traditional Greek flavors enjoyed with friends is an Epicurean delight not to be missed.

According to Aristotle, the just are thought to possess friendliness in the highest form. That kindly feeling is unmistakable. Greece is breaking tourism records in 2018, welcoming 32 million international visitors, as per Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras. Likewise, the blockbuster, “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again,” and its fictional Greek island of Kalokairi—to say nothing of Mediterranean nosh and its link to longevity—all spark a kaleidoscope of curiosity in people from all walks of life. A full array of festivities—from scrumptious Greek fare (roast lamb, chicken, souvlaki, gyros, garden salads, and spanakopita) to lively music and folk dancing—is all set to commence. Ms. Lillian Casten and Mrs. Marina Sheerin, planning co-chairs, began festival preparations in early April.

Particularly central to the food culture is φιλοξενία, philoxenia—treating strangers with kindness, generosity, and feelings of warmth. “What first began as a church picnic for the parishioners, families and friends, grew into a community affair, reflecting the Greek concept of “philoxenia” which is difficult to translate but not so to practice, showing friendship,

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hospitality, and courtesy to strangers who become ‘Greek for a day!’” explained Casten.

Greek pastries are hard to come by in this area.

Crafted into bold yet relaxing tastiness, authentic baklava will be sprinkled amongst other rich, sweet delectable treasures such as, cream-filled galaktoboureko, honey-dipped melomacarona, powdered-sugar kourampiedes, and koulouria (Greek butter cookies). The homemade treats are prepared

by Berrien County Orthodox Women’s group whose philanthropic work keep the vision of the Orthodox faith alive.

The family-friendly festival, which whips up Greek culture to the broader community, has been running since the 1930s. The Berrien County Greek Orthodox Community incorporated in 1948, and in 1949 The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church was built in Benton Harbor, Michigan. The church congregation and church relocated to New Buffalo, Michigan in 1996 “A raffle, face painting, souvenir tables, baklava sundaes, and outside vendors are among some of the fun things for the young and young at heart,” said Casten. A DJ and a dance troupe performance at 2 pm and 7 pm EST on Saturday and Sunday are also on the bill de fare. Casten continued, adding: “Though not all are of Greek descent within the Greek church community, we are one in our Eastern Orthodox faith who work together to help our small church thrive.“ The event bestows a feeling of unity and oneness within the group and that family togetherness extend to the broader community at large.

Apart from the celebratory music, folk dancing and authentic Greek delicacies, Casten spells out what

makes Greek Fest so meaningful: “What visitors who return to our annual three-day Fest seem to love is the openness and sincerity of the Greek community who are eager to share their long-held traditions and beliefs carried over from their Greek homeland and passed on to the generations after them.” Casten continued, adding, “The event itself has deep roots in Berrien County beginning in Benton Harbor in the late 1940s when the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church was built and dedicated.”

The work for the greater good is apparent as Casten expressed gratitude, noting Mike Kerhoulas, Donna Polymeris, Marina Sheerin, and Council President Gust Anton for their leadership. Others thanked included Eleni Edison, Panos Arvanitis, Paul Spanopoulos, Gus Karellis, and Margie Souliotis. Casten continued, adding, “Olena Smyrnova and Olga Orlovska [who] painted the sandwich board street signs and Tony Mamouzellos of The Formal Fork for providing the mouth-watering Greek dishes.”

The American-Hellenic Cultural Center is located at 17760 Behner Road on US 12, just off I-94, Exit 4B. Father Paul Martin will lead tours of the beautiful Byzantine-styled Annunciation and Agia Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church and the Greek Museum of Berrien County. For a more detailed account of Greek-American heritage in Berrien County, contact “History of Greece” author and exhibit curator, Elaine Thomopoulos, Ph.D. at Thomop@msn.com. From the irresistible blend of lively sounds and sustenance to the “taverna” serving beer, wine and Greek coffee, the social affair pledges fun for all. Admission and parking to the acclaimed gathering are free.

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he Lubeznik Center for the Arts' (LCA) fall class and workshop offerings for children, teens and adults are now open for registration.

Students can learn a new skill in a workshop or expand their technique in a six-week session. Offerings run from Monday, Sept. 24, through Saturday, Nov. 1.

Six-week classes in painting, drawing and writing are available this fall.

Discover a broad range of concepts, strategies and processes in “Abstract Painting.” For those who have conquered that class and want to face a new challenge, LCA offers “Abstract Painting II.” “Drawing Bootcamp” facilitates students' visionary skills and strategies when drawing from real life and photographs. “Watercolor Plus” provides a relaxing environment for students to enhance their skills in both classic and contemporary techniques. “In the First Person” lets writers infuse their lived experiences into their prose.

Single-session workshops are available for those looking for some "me time.” During “Fused Glass,” participants can discover the basics of fusing glass into artistic squares and jewelry. “Zentangle Basics” introduces participants to the relaxing and intuitive Zentangle drawing method. Those who already know the basics can try “Tree of Life Zentangle” to use their Zentangle skills to create a tree of life.

LCA provides a variety of new classes for young artists who are ages 8 and over. Choices include “Intro to Making Comics” and “Painting for Young Artists.” Scholarships are available for young artists under age 18, funded in part by The Michigan City Public Art Committee (MAC) and The Dolly Fund. Apply online or call 219-874-4900 for more information.

To see a full listing of classes and to register for classes and camps, visit lubeznikcenter.org. Find out more about LCA’s expert faculty under the "Instructor Bios" link under the "Education" drop-down menu.

LCA members receive 10 percent off classes, one of the many benefits of membership at LCA. Those who are interested can join online or call 219874-4900. — STAFF REPORTS

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rboriculture Society of Michigan (ASM) is hosting the annual 2018 Michigan Tree Climbing Championship (MTCC), which will be held at the Village at Grand Traverse Commons in Traverse City, Michigan, Saturday, Sept. 15.

Top professional tree climbers from all over Michigan will compete to be the one climber representing Michigan at the 2019 International Tree Climbing Championship (ITCC) in Knoxville, Tennessee. This is a unique opportunity to see professional tree climbers in action testing their speed, endurance and safety in a simulated work situation while in a tree.

Judges come from all over the state and across the nation to judge each contestant. The top winners in the five events will go on to compete at the end of the day in the Masters’ Challenge - the final deciding factor on the overall winner of the day’s events and the one that will represent Michigan at the ITCC. This competition is more like rock climbing, only in trees. Professional Tree Climbers are athletes who prepare for and work daily in trees. They use similar climbing gear that the rock climbers use and must meet strict climbing safety requirements and regulations.

The MTCC event is free and open to the general public. Children’s activities will include a Kid’s Climb sponsored by MTCC Corporate Sponsor, CLIMB A TREE-Bo Burke (www.boknowstrees.com), crafts and an Arbor Fair. The Arbor Fair, open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., is a free public event for children and adults offering up education on trees and industry specific equipment, as well as many other fun activities and exhibits. The competition is from 7:45 a.m.to 6 p.m. Professional Tree Climbers pay a registration fee to participate. Prize packages include cash, equipment and gear. Bring your picnic basket, watch and cheer on the climbers.

MTCC is a great family activity. For more information visit www.asm-isa. org, email info@asm-isa.org, or call 517-337-4999.

Arboriculture Society of Michigan (ASM) is the Michigan Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). ASM is the professional organization that represents arborists, urban foresters, professional tree workers/climbers, and others who are interested in arboriculture and the health and care of Michigan’s trees. ASM’s members have been professionally organized since 1926.The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) organized in 1924 represents more than 30,000 arborists, urban foresters, and professional tree workers/climbers worldwide. — STAFF REPORTS

How to Pick, Prep, and Enjoy Harbor Country Peaches

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here is nothing quite like the juicy delight of a summer peach.

The best peaches are enjoyed outside or over the sink to catch the abundant juice dripping from every bite. Peach season is in full swing here in Harbor Country, and will soon be followed by fall apples and winter squash - but let’s not get ahead of ourselves.

There are two main types of peaches, freestone and clingstone peaches.

The main difference lies in how firmly the peach is attached to the fruit. As the name suggests - freestone peaches will separate easily from the pit, while clingstone peaches require a bit more work. Both types of peaches are great for canning, baking, and eating fresh GOLDBERRY WOODS but clingstone are a bit more work to BAKED PEACH slice and prep.

FRENCH TOAST Not only are peaches delicious SERVES 20 and versatile, they pack a wealth of 20 MIN PREP, OVERNIGHT SOAK nutritional benefits including fiber INGREDIENTS and vitamins A and C as well as FRENCH TOAST BASE 1 loaf of french or challah bread antioxidants. Research suggests that 8 eggs including peaches in your diet may 2 cups of milk help reduce inflammation, balance 2 Tbsp sugar digestion, and support heart health.

1 tsp vanilla ¼ tsp ground cinnamon Remember, that peaches are one ¼ tsp nutmeg of the most fragile fruits and need ¼ tsp salt to be handled with care. Be sure 4 ripe peaches, sliced to be delicate when packing and PRALINE TOPPING transporting them as the slightest 6 Tbsp butter, cut into small pieces bump can bruise them. Peaches 1 cup packed, light brown sugar continue to ripen after picking but 1 cup chopped pecans (or any chopped nut) are best enjoyed fresh from the farm

½ tsp ground cinnamon (one of the reasons that winter, ½ tsp ground nutmeg out of season peaches can be so unpredictable and mealy.) To find a DIRECTIONS ripe and ready peach look for one that 1. Slice bread into 20, 1 inch slices has a slight bit of give and softness and arrange them in a generously buttered 9x13 pan. (not too much) and already smells like 2.

In a large bowl combine eggs, milk, a peach. Don’t be afraid to sniff your sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, produce! and salt and whisk until blended or If you’re looking to preserve use the blender if you’d like. Pour your egg mixture over your bread peaches, they can be water bath slices, ensuring even coverage. Put canned or frozen. To prepare peaches a layer of cling wrap over the top for freezing, slice them with the skin and smoosh it until all the liquid is on and lay them flat on a cookie sheet absorbed and bubbles stop coming before placing them in the freezer to out. Neglecting the smooshing step will lead to dry, crunchy spots prevent clumping. Next, transfer them in the middle of your french toast in 2 cup measurements to plastic bags and an overall uneven texture. or containers where they can last you Remove plastic wrap. Next arrange throughout the winter. peaches on top and cover with Julie Haberichter of Goldberry praline topping.

3. Refrigerate overnight or for at Woods bed and breakfast, located in least 4 hours.

Union Pier, MI has been kind enough 4. Bake for 40 minutes in a 350 to share one of their signature peach degree oven. It’s done when the dishes to help you enjoy this summer edges are bubbling and the middle fruit to the fullest. is set.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

CITY OF NEW BUFFALO BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN ORDINANCE NO. 230 OF 2018 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Section 12-20 of the new buffalo city code of ordinances to REGULATE INOPERABLE VEHICLES The City of New Buffalo ordains: Section 1. Amendment. Section 1220 of the New Buffalo City Code is amended to read as follows: Section. 12-20. Certain public nuisances enumerated.

The following acts, equipment, apparatus, and structures are hereby declared to be public nuisances per se, however, this enumeration shall not be deemed to be exclusive: Storing, etc. vehicles. The storing or parking of any motor vehicle, or body or chassis of a motor vehicle, not bearing a currently valid motor vehicle license registration plate; or which is being dismantled for its parts; or which has missing, unattached, or defective parts or components (e.g., missing wheels or flat or missing tires), or which is inoperable or unable to be operated under its own power, or which cannot function as it was intended and designed to function legally on the roadway; or any licensed or unlicensed semi-trailer, whether attached to a tractor or not, excluding facilities licensed by the state for such use and located in an appropriately zoned district, is hereby declared to be a nuisance and prohibited, unless such vehicle, body or chassis is enclosed in a building or other enclosure so as not to be visible from surrounding property, and the owner or occupant of any property upon which such parking or storage exists shall be deemed to have permitted the same; provided, however, that a reasonable number of such vehicles, excluding semi-trailers, may be kept for sixty (60) days on the premises of businesses regularly engaged in body and vehicle repairs.

The maximum number of such vehicles which is considered reasonable shall be determined by the gross square footage of the building housing such a business at a rate of one (1) such vehicle for each one thousand (1,000) square feet of gross area of the building housing such a business. However, in no event will more than three (3) vehicles be permitted. Vehicles in excess of the number which has been found to be reasonable and any semitrailers shall be removed within fifteen (15) days after the personal delivery or mailing of notice by certified mail to the person, firm, or corporation which owns or operates said premises, or a violation of this Chapter shall exist.

Owners and occupants responsible for premises being kept clean. etc. All persons who own, manage, lease, rent, or occupy any premises whatsoever shall be equally responsible for keeping such premises in a clean and habitable condition and shall take all necessary precautions to prevent any nuisance as herein declared, or condition detrimental to public health from arising thereon, and particularly to take all reasonable precautions to prevent the throwing, placing, depositing, or leaving on any street, highway, alley, public place, or on any private place or premises any garbage, refuse, papers, tin cans, bottles, glass, rubbish, ashes, junk, inoperable machinery, or abandoned households goods or effects, where such throwing, placing, or depositing is likely to be dangerous or detrimental to public health, or likely to cause sickness or attract flies, insects, or rodents. Every person shall comply with such rules and regulations for the storage, collection, and pickup of garbage as may be established and published by the City Council from time to time.

Fires and burning. No person shall kindle any fire within the City, except within a fire resistant fireplace, stove, or barbecue grill. The burning of refuse, garbage, rubbish, yard waste, or other similar materials (as defined within Section 15-2 of this Code) in open barrels, containers, enclosures, or upon any open space is expressly prohibited, excluding wood or charcoal which is to be used exclusively within a fire resistant fireplace, stove, or barbecue grill.

Littering of streets, parks, playgrounds, etc. The littering of public streets, alleys, roadways, parking areas, playgrounds, school and church yards, cemeteries, parks, beaches, camping areas, or other public places is hereby expressly prohibited. No person shall throw, place, deposit, or leave any garbage, refuse, papers, tin cans, bottles, glass, rubbish, ashes, junk, inoperable machinery, or abandoned household goods or effects in any of the aforementioned places or in any public place, except in trash containers expressly provided for that purpose.

Smoke, soot, cinders, noxious acids, fumes, fly ash, and gases prohibited.

No person shall permit or cause the escape of such quantities of smoke, soot, cinders, noxious acids, fly ash, fumes, and gases in such place or manner as to be detrimental to any person or to the public or to endanger the health, comfort, or safety of any such person or of the public or in such manner as to cause or have a tendency to cause injury or damage to property or business.

Blocking of streets and sidewalks. Any use of the public streets or sidewalks which causes large crowds to gather or obstructs the free use of the streets or sidewalks, without first obtaining a permit from the City Council as prescribed in Chapter 13 of this Code, shall be deemed a public nuisance.

Dangerous or damaged structures, excavations, ponds, or pools of water.

All buildings, walls, and other structures which have been damaged by fire, decay, or otherwise, and all excavations

remaining unfilled or uncovered for a period of thirty (30) days or longer, and all pools of stagnant water which are situated so as to endanger the safety of the public and to attract or endanger children are deemed to be a public nuisance.

Open storage. The open storage of building materials, supplies, construction machinery, and equipment of any kind or sort whatsoever on any occupied or unoccupied lot in a residential zone is prohibited, except as may be permitted during a specified construction period as shown by a valid and existing building permit given for the erection, alteration, or repair of a building on the site where such materials and equipment are stored.

The open storage of goods, supplies, furnishings, furniture, except for lawn or patio furniture during the season, household or household goods and effects whatever kind is also declared to be a nuisance and expressly prohibited on any occupied or unoccupied lot in a residential zone.

Unfinished buildings or structures.

It shall be unlawful to permit any unfurnished building or structure for which certificate of occupancy and compliance has not been given wherein construction, alteration, or repair was begun under a valid building permit, or where such construction, alteration, or repair was begun in an unauthorized manner or where such structures were moved upon the premises, to stand unfinished or uncompleted where such use shall constitute a menace to public health and safety or create an unreasonable detraction from the quality of the neighborhood so as to result in blight, deterioration, and the depressing of property values in the vicinity.

Owner, etc., to keep dwelling, etc., inhabitable condition, etc. Every building, dwelling, or structure, including garages and outbuildings, shall be kept by the owner, land contract vendee, or occupant thereof in a clean, neat, sanitary, structurally sound, and habitable condition in order to prevent the premises from becoming a nuisance. It shall be unlawful for any such owner, land contract vendee, or occupant to allow a building to become abandoned and dilapidated by improper maintenance, or permit weeds or other vegetation to grow, and trash, rubbish, or refuse to accumulate on the property. Such owner or occupant shall be responsible for maintaining suitable and safe means of ingress and egress, for preventing fire hazards, for adequate sanitary facilities on the premises, for preventing overcrowding and for providing proper ventilation and light. Whenever such dwelling shall be deemed uninhabitable, or unusable as hereinafter provided, it shall thereupon be deemed a public nuisance.

Maintenance of vacant commercial, etc., buildings. The owner, land contract vendee, or other person legally responsible shall have the duty to maintain any empty, unused, or unrented commercial or industrial buildings in a neat, clean, and structurally sound manner to prevent the premises from becoming a nuisance.

Such vacant buildings shall have all windows glazed or neatly boarded

up and shall be kept securely locked at all times. It shall be the owner’s responsibility to keep the building free from all signs and posters not specifically authorized by such owner.

Other nuisances. All other acts, equipment, apparatus, or structures that may be deemed to be a nuisance by virtue of interference with public health, safety, moral and general welfare, which shall disturb the peace, comfort, or tranquility of any person or the public, or interfere with the use, enjoyment, and benefit of property so as to depress property values and result in blight, deterioration or interfere with the normal conduct of business, shall be deemed a public nuisance.

Casinos or other gaming establishments are deemed to be public nuisance as previously defined in this paragraph.

Gaming establishments as those selling Michigan State Lottery, church or other non-profit organizations fund-raising events as Las Vegas style gaming are not deemed to be public nuisances as previously defined.

Waste collection hours. Waste collection service activities, including obtaining and removing waste, garbage, rubbish, trash, bulk waste, and/ or recyclable materials from dumpsters, cans, bins, receptacles, and/ or similar containers, or bulk waste within a container or not, shall be an unlawful public nuisance when such activity is not conducted between the hours of 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Eastern Time.

Yard care hours for contractors. All yard care performed by contractors which is not performed between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM Eastern Time on weekdays and between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM Eastern Time on Saturdays shall be an unlawful public nuisance. All yard care performed by contractors on Sundays shall be an unlawful public nuisance. For the purposes of this subsection yard care shall include all activates related to the planting, maintaining, trimming, cutting, gathering, and/ or removing of live, dead, or pieces of vegetative matter, including but not limited to grass, trees, shrubs, bushes, flowers, weeds, and noxious vegetation.

Section 2. Publication and Effective Date. The City Clerk shall cause to be published a notice of adoption of this ordinance within 10 days of the date of its adoption. This ordinance shall take effect 20 days after its adoption, provided it has been published.

YEAS: Robertson, Ennis, Spirito, Kroll NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Mayor O’Donnell CERTIFICATION This is a true and complete copy of Ordinance No. 230 adopted at a regular meeting of the New Buffalo City Council held on August 21, 2018.

LOU O’DONNELL IV, MAYOR LORI K. VANDER CLAY, CLERK Introduced: July 17, 2018 Adopted: August 21, 2018 Published: August 30, 2018 Effective: September 10, 2018

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On lots with an area larger than 15,000 square feet, Accessory Buildings with a total footprint equal to 10% of lot area or 10,000 square feet (whichever is less) are permitted.

If a notice of intent to file a petition is not filed, the amendments will take effect the eighth day after publication of this notice.

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HOR0SCOPE

AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 5, 2018 AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT

ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 It’s your ability to remain calm and face issues logically that will boost your ability to handle the changes you will see with your supplies or resources. It’s not that you are lacking the things you need, it’s that you will see ways to make more out of less and increase your income.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 You generally like to avoid emotionally charged people and their drama, but this week you may find yourself in the middle of a social situation that calls for a dramatic response.

Switch to a domineering parental role, rather than the drama queen. Be tough but don’t lose integrity.

TAURUS

You will feel a nice energy boost this week, which will help you get things cleaned and organized at home.

Also, you can expect a little blast from the past to come nocking at your door. Whether it’s a job opportunity or an old flame, you’ll be surprised by the call to come back.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 You can expect some recognition and possibly a promotion this week. It’s as if you are getting your power back or your authority reinstated. On another note that, special someone who you thought got away, will be making contact. Be it a love interest or a job, it will be awesome!

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 You are going to be supercharged with emotional energy, meaning you will be dealing with a lot of emotionally charged people and situations. Even though conversations will be heated, things will get resolved quickly. What burns hot tends to burn out quickly.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 Work, education and financial goals will start to solidify nicely this week. You will have a much more stable base of operation or place to study. So, make the most of it by dedicating time to do homework, phone conferencing, or organizing data.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 It’s all about being versatile and flexible this week. Even though you may be dealing with unusual or eccentric people, the opportunity they bring will be very lucrative and worth the bending. Adaptability equals mobility and you need to keep moving to keep the money flowing in.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 It’s okay to break from the crowd and do your own thing. Sometimes other people can unintentionally steer us from our goals or ideas because they aren’t the usual or traditional way you’ve done things in the past. It’s time to change it up and break with tradition.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 This is a great week to increase your income. Use your talents and previous experiences to get the backing needed to improve your surroundings or promote your business.

Past connections or old coworkers may help you find the right people to get things going too.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 Unusual parenting skills or an untraditional approach to solving problems may be in order this week.

Don’t get discouraged if your living arrangements get a little out of whack now also. This destabilizing energy is necessary to bring you closer to others.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 Dig in and make it happen this week. Stay true to the course you outlined, and you will see results this week.

As you really dig in and get more hands on, you’ll see the things that need to be let go of or the hidden obstacles.

Rely your intuition to guide you, if you start to get nervous.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 There is some unusual and possibly disruptive information coming your way this week. Social connections or friends could tell you something that goes against previous information or causes you to shift your work schedule around. Stick with trusted sources and go with the flow.

APRIL 20—MAY 20

My favorite place to travel? The Present, son. -Dino

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

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219-331-9230

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

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, AUGUST 31-SEPTEMBER 2

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 FRIDAY

GREEK FEST NOON-9PM Dinner. Dancing until 11PM. Agia Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church.

1800 Behner Road. New Buffalo.

Food, pastries, kids games vendors and dancing. Free admission.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

EVERY TUESDAY

LAST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH

BRIDGMAN FAMILY FUN FEST 6-9PM. Downtown Bridgman.

A family-friendly community event taking place on Lake Street in downtown Bridgman. Live music, kids’ activities, pop-up artisan market.

EVERY MONDAY

CREATIVE EDITORIAL MARKETING

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

CHELLBERG FARM CAMP 9AM-2PM CST. Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Park. 700 Howe Rd. Porter, IN. 219-395-9555. www.duneslearningcenter.org.

Session 2/Ages 7-8 July 24. $75.

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

All are welcome.

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS IN THE PARK 6-9PM. New Buffalo Township Park.

17425 Red Arrow Hwy. New Buffalo.269-469-1011. www.newbuffalotownship.org Enjoy live music at 7 pm. and food in Memorial Park band shell. Alcohol, smoke and pet free. Food served at 6:30, cash only.

Limited parking/biking or car pool suggested.

September 5 is Open Mic.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

PIPE ORGAN CONCERTS Noon 12:15 CST. First Congregational Church of Michigan City. 531 Washington St. Ann & George Dobie 269-469-0051.

International organists throughout August.

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

NEW BUFFALO CLASSIC CAR CRUISE 6-9PM. Downtown New Buffalo.

Through August 29.

EVERY THURSDAY

NEW BUFFALO FARMERS MARKET 4-8PM. Whittaker St. Downtown New Buffalo.

Occurring thru September 6.

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

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

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

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY SKIP’S OPEN-AIR EUROPEAN FARMERS MARKET 9AM-3PM. 16710 Lakeshore Rd. New Buffalo. 269-469-3341.

EVERY SATURDAY

YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township.

THREE OAKS FARMERS MARKET. 9AM-2PM 1 South Elm St. Three Oaks.

Small farmers offering fresh produce, fresh flowers, plants and many other things.

EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT

MUSIC IN THE PARK 6:30PM. Dewey Cannon Park. Downtown Three Oaks. info@HarborArts.com.

September 1 isThe Bergamot, Indie-Rock

THURSDAY, AUGUST 30

HEARTACHE TONIGHT: A TRIBUTE TO THE EAGLES WITH OPENER AMY ANDREWS 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets: $30.

FRIDAY-MONDAY, AUGUST 31-SEPTEMBER 3

NEW BUFFALO SIDEWALK SALES 10AM-8PM. Throughout the Downtown and South Whittaker Street. New Buffalo.

HESSTON STEAM AND POWER SHOW 10AM CDT. Hesston Steam Museum.

1201 E 1000N. Hesston, IN. Bring some cash for outdoor festival food vendors, flea market and for the new Family Activity Area. Grab breakfast as early as 8:00 CDT at Doc’s Soda Fountain. Cost: $5 admission 13 and under free. Train ride tickets to purchase.

NEW BUFFALO SHORELINE ALLIANCE 10AM. New Buffalo High School.

Performing Arts Center.

LA VIE EN ROSE: THE SONGS OF EDITH PIAF 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets: Bistro $35, GA $25.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

ANTIQUES ON THE BLUFF 10AM-5PM. Lake Bluff Park.

Downtown St. Joseph.

The premier place to find antiques and collectibles in Southwest Michigan. Features vendors selling their treasures along the treelined overlooking Lake Michigan.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

SHRED DAY 9-11AM. New Buffalo Savings and Loan.

45 N Whittaker (Parking Lot). New Buffalo.

NBSB will sponsor Shred Day for the entire community. they will shred up to 10 boxes per person. Free for all that come, customers and non-customers.

BUDDY HOLLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION STARRING KENNY JAMES & RAVE ON 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets: $25, under 16 $20.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

SECOND SUNDAY CONCERTS SYPMONY BRASS QUINTET 4-5PM. Ferwood Botanic Gardens. 13988 Range Line Rd. Niles. 269-695-6491. www.fernwoodbotanical.org.

WAUS Radio and Fernwood present classical artists performing outdoors. Bring a chair. Admission is free after 3:30 p.m.

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.

Music inflames temperament. -Jim Morrison

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Labor Day

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