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New Buffalo Savings Bank robbed PAGE 3 Grand Beach Parks and Recreation Committee prioritizes projects for five-year plan PAGE 4 Wurstfest to kick off fall in Harbor Country PAGE 5 Bison defeated in football season opener PAGE 6

New Buffalo school board members continue classroom size discussion, hear favorable spring test results PAGE 7

Charles Engel: Portrait of a quixotic, exceptional landscape designer PAGE 10 The Big Picture/ The Environment PAGE 11 Cherry Beach fundraising enters final stretch PAGE 13

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New Buffalo Savings Bank robbed

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BY STAN MADDUX

he New Buffalo Savings Bank in Three Oaks was robbed at gunpoint, possibly by the same man suspected in a string of other hold-ups in southwest Michigan and northern Indiana, Monday, Sept. 9.

Three Oaks Police Chief Dennis Buller said a man flashing a revolver fled the bank on U.S 12 before noon with an undisclosed amount of money from two cash boxes that he ordered the tellers to place on the counter.

Buller said a postal carrier walking into the bank encountered the robber as the suspect was heading out the doors.

Fortunately, he said the employee of the U.S Postal Service did the right thing by not trying to stop the bandit with gloves on and a mask over his face.

Buller said the robber fled eastbound on U.S 12 in a dark blue Chrysler with a patch of rust on the bottom of the driver’s side door.

The suspect was described as white, thin, and five-feet-six-inches to five-feet-eightinches tall.

Buller said the description of the bank robber and getaway car was similar to the suspect and vehicle involved in the same day robberies in June at Speedway in Three Oaks and Next Door Foods on U.S 12 just inside the Indiana state line west of New Buffalo.

“Pretty much the same clothing every time he does it,” he said.

Buller said the suspect also appears to be tied to other recent hold-ups, including one Aug. 23 at Whistle Stop Grocery in Union Pier and one in St. Joseph County, Indiana, Sept. 5.

Buller also revealed investigators have an idea who the suspect from outside the area might be.

He said multiple law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, are working together in the ongoing investigations.

On Aug. 26, Chikaming Township Police made an arrest for a series of burglaries to unoccupied residences in Harbert.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

THREE OAKS METHODIST CHURCH TO HOST CHICKEN DINNER

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he Three Oaks United Methodist Church will be hosting a Nelson’s Porta-Pit Chicken Dinner Fundraiser for the mission of the church from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28.

The dinner will include half a chicken, homemade potato salad and baked beans, plus bread, beverage and dessert.

Ticket price is $11 for adults for a half chicken meal, and $5 for children 12 years and under for a quarter chicken with chips, beverage and dessert. Tickets will be sold at the door. Guests should come early, as the church was sold out early last year.

Carry-outs will also be available.

The church is located at the corner of Elm Street and Sycamore streets on the north end of downtown Three Oaks, across from the post office.

Guests should enter at the side door on Sycamore St., which will be open at 4 p.m. for dine-in and carry-out. Parking will be available in the lot beside the church or on the street.

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Grand Beach Parks and Recreation Committee prioritizes projects for five-year plan

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

fforts to update the five-year Parks and Recreation Plan for the Village of Grand Beach continue to move ahead at top speed.

The Parks and Recreation Committee’s last meeting focused on the five-year plan’s goals and objectives. During the Wednesday, Sept. 4, meeting, committee members zeroed in on the capital plan, or the priorities and time frames for each of the plan’s objectives.

Updating the five-year plan is important for the village to be eligible for future local and state grants.

Tricia Bulson, a GIS specialist with Abonmarche (the design firm helping the village with the plan) added that the state merely wanted to see that the village had specific goals and project priorities and that the it was understood that the time in which each one was achieved may change.

Steve Slater, committee chair, emphasized that time frames should be present since the five-year plan was not just one that will get the village grants but will make it take action.

“I feel strongly that this is a guiding document to help us act, plan and prioritize and get some things done,” he said.

The objectives were split into three categories: Beaches, Parks and Open Space, and Golf Course. Committee members ranked each objective in order of importance using the following system: Priority A, Most Important (projects that are of highest concern for the community or rectify a problem); Priority B, Very Important (such as desirable improvements); and Priority C, Important (long-term projects or those that need further study or require significant funding).

Time frames were ranked as one (which meant a project will get done within one year), two (one to three years), three (more than three years), four (as available) and five (the project is ongoing).

Slater added that the priority rankings don’t have to determine when each project tackled.

“We could very easily be developing a beach shoreline protection plan as well we finalizing acquiring the 42 Acres as well as dealing with irrigation on the golf course - these (projects) aren’t sequential in terms of time frames, they could be parallel paths,” he said.

Many comments left in the survey that was completed by residents indicated their overall unhappiness with the beach’s current erosion problem, particularly with the lack of sand due to high water levels. When asked about support of potential projects, 97% approved of beach preservation and protection.

As a result, the beach objectives - developing a long-term shoreline protection plan, implementing a shoreline plan, and removing nonfunctional metal sheeting and stone debris from the beach (there were 79% who approved of removing the old metal sheeting from the beach) – were given an “a.” Increasing grooming and maintenance of the beaches/parks also is a high priority.

Developing a shoreline plan, removing the sheeting and debris both received a “one” in terms of timeframe.

Committee members agreed that developing a long-term

shoreline plan may take time but is still a top priority. Slater did say that he spoke with someone from Abonmarche who’s in charge of matters pertaining to the shoreline and he believes that the village may be able to put together a plan in the near future.

Objectives that deal with making improvements to the viewing platforms, such as designing and installing ADA access to Whitewood Beach/pier (66% of residents approve of making Whitewood Pier safer and accessible and 64% of residents use the access point out of all the other village points) were all given a “b.”

Under “Parks and Open Space,” “Finalizing acquisition of 42 Acres property” was given an “a” and a one. Developing improvements to the 42 acres (such as parking, boardwalks and a fishing dock that are ADA accessible) was given a “C” after “maintaining ADA accessibility” was added.

There was debate over if the item should be removed, as member Shelia McGuiness said that the “majority” of village residents felt that the acres should be kept as is “so don’t have to worry about parking spaces and Port-A-Johns and ADA accessibility” and that the trails should just be maintained (a requirement of the grant). Member Blake O’Halloran pointed out that the village may want to make improvements in the future, such as creating gravel paths.

“Maintaining and updating playground equipment to meet current accessibility standards” and “resurfacing the tennis courts, replacing the fencing and adding lines for pickleball courts” were each given a “b.” Committee members ranked maintaining and updating the playground equipment with a “one” ranking for its time frame.

Committee members discussed the importance of catering to the growing number of pickleball fans throughout the country.

It was also noted that 27% approved of pickleball courts in the survey while only 10% desire resurfacing and 9% desire new fencing.

Tree trimming and maintenance (Slater noted that people complained of encountering dead trees and no long-term plan was currently in place to deal with them) was given an “a” and a one and repairing and improving sidewalks was given a “c.”

Under the “Golf Course” section, “Replacing the irrigation system” and “protecting the pump house” were each given an “a” (protecting the pump house, which the village is currently working on, was given a “one”), “fix drainage issues” and “replace sand in bunkers” were each given a “b,” and “tree trimming maintenance” was given an “a.” Investing in better maintenance machines was ranked lowest on the list.

The committee will hold another one more meeting to review the plan in detail at its Wednesday, Oct. 2, meeting, before issuing it for a 30-day public review period. A public hearing will then follow before the Grand Beach Village Council passes a resolution to adopt it. The hearing may be held during the council’s November meeting.

The final plan will be submitted to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources in December.

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Wurstfest to kick off fall in Harbor Country

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ith fall weather just around the corner, the seventh annual Three Oaks Wurstfest, which will take place from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 21, in downtown Three oaks, will usher in the season of craft beers, cider and wines from the region.

The family-friendly festival will offer live music all day, a Classic Car show, live music, arts and crafts vendors, wine and beer, children’s activities, and more.

Presented by the Three Oaks Downtown Development Authority, Wurstfest will begin with a Classic Car show on South Elm Street starting at 10 a.m. All classic cars are free to attend. Live music from MG Bailey and others will be heard in Chamberlain Path from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. At 11 a.m., more than 40 farm/art/craft/food THE FOLLOWING IS vendors and kid’s activities, including face THIS YEAR’S LIVE painting and pumpkin decorating, will open on MUSIC LINEUP, WILL the block of South Elm Street between Linden KEEP YOUR TOES and Central streets. The beer/wine tent and live TAPPING WHILE music will start at noon at the corner of Central STROLLING THE and Elm streets.

STREETS: “This year, we are expanding the craft beer 11:30AM: The Newports offerings to over 15-plus brewers, two wineries 1:30PM: The Edgar and Journeyman Distillery tastings, with Willbury Experience food pairings of brats, barbeque, tacos and 3:30PM: Red Deluxe beer cheese sloppy joes, making this truly an 5:30PM: WYSIWYG “Octoberfest” event,” Cathi Rogers, the event organizer, said, adding that the local merchants will be offering specials as part of the Wurstfest scene.

With limited gates, pedestrians will be able to move freely through the downtown area and there will be detour signs that show how to get around town and to the other businesses, allowing visitors to enjoy all of Three Oaks. The festival is free to attend and pet friendly.

Breweries will include Round Barn Brewery, Tapistry Brewing Company, Saugatuck Brewing Company, Silver Harbor Brewing Company, Perrin Brewing Company, Elk Brewing, Barn Brewers Brewery, Maplewood Brewery & Distillery, North Pier Brewing Company, Sister Lakes Brewing Company, Waypost Brewing, Three Blonds Brewery, Paw Paw Brewing, Haymarket Brewing, Great Mead Hall & Brewing Company, along with ciders from Black’s Hard Cider and 2 regional wineries; Round Barn Winery and Lazy Ballerina Winery. Journeyman Distillery will be joining the event to highlight its award-winning spirits, made just 500 yards away from Wurstfest’s downtown location.

Three Oaks Wurstfest Festival is made possible by the following sponsors: Journeyman Distillery, Classic Catering & Events, Fusion Design Group, Lakeshore Recycle, Patellie’s, Dooley’s Lakehouse Pub, Hardings, New Buffalo Beach Club, Drier’s Meat Market, Honor Credit Union, @Properties, School of American Music, Mak Salon, Horizon Bank, Grand Beach Auto, Blue Moon Vintage Market, Corvette Central, Hancock & Hancock, and Goods & Heroes.

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BISON DEFEATED IN FOOTBALL SEASON OPENER

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he Bison lost the opener of the high school’s first season of eight man football.

New Buffalo was defeated Saturday 36 -15 to St. Phillip Catholic Central High School in Battle Creek.

Head coach Matt Johnson said there’s room for improvement but he was satisfied with how his young team played against a more senior heavy squad in the new eight man game so early in the season.

“We actually played very, very well. We had the opportunity to go up late in the first half but there was an inadvertent whistle that kind of killed our drive,” he said.

The Bison trailed 22-15 at halftime and notched 13 first downs for the game or six more than their opponents who scored mostly on big yardage plays.

He also felt his team was hurt by the lack of current game video from St. Phillip for his defense to adequately prepare to cover formations they weren’t used to seeing.

Ben Coffeen rushed for 180 yards on 38 carries while quarterback Michael Bombin contributed 30 yards on the ground on seven carries.

Anthony Lijewski rushed twice for 23 yards.

Leading the defense was Ben Lijewski and Stephen Margaritis with six tackles and five tackles respectively.

Nate Tripp had the only sack of the game for the Bison who take on Martin at home on Friday.

New Buffalo and Bridgman combined teams last season to keep 11 players on the field but separated to join several other small school districts in the area fielding eight man squads.

“Honestly, when the game starts, football is football. You have to adjust a little bit quicker in the eight man game than you do in the 11 man game,” Johnson said. — STAN MADDUX

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The Spiker volleyball program is a developmental program for youth in two age divisions, second through fourth grades and fifth and sixth grades. The program will run from Oct. 5 through Nov. 16, with practice starting the week of Sept. 23.

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hat a difference a week makes.

Last week the sports world was my oyster. Let’s start at the beginning and see why I may have had a slight change of

heart.

My optimism regarding the Cubs took a big hit even though the team played primarily like they have all season. The week began with three straight victories and ended with three consecutive losses. For whatever reason, the Cubs don’t seem capable of putting together any extended period of excellence. Win a few, lose a few, seems to be a microcosm of the entire season.

While they still hold the second wild card spot, the Cardinals keep winning and with only twenty games remaining in the season, first place appears almost out of the question. Normally, my optimism wouldn’t have taken quite the hit it has, but a few other things happened that dampened my enthusiasm.

First of all, Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel’s elbow started to act up and he is now on the ten day injured list. The Cubs bullpen has been mediocre at best all season, and really can’t afford to lose their closer. Even worse, arguably the Cubs’ best player, Javier Baez, has a hairline fracture in his thumb, and is almost certainly out for the year. Javier’s loss was exasperated Sunday when his replacement, Addison Russell, got hit in the head by a pitch, and is day to day under concussion protocol. Kris Bryant was out Sunday with a sore knee and recently Anthony Rizzo missed a few games with a bad back. Don’t get me wrong, I’m aware that every team suffers from injuries and I’m not going to use them as an excuse for the team’s inconsistent play, however, I must admit that I am leaning toward waiting until next year.

So even though my favorite baseball team isn’t having a great year, my expectations were still through the roof for my favorite football team. When the NFL kicked off their 100th season with a game between the Bears and the Green Bay Packers, Chicago was buzzing.

Between the league, the team, the sports radio stations and television, it seemed like the city stopped and waited for the Bears to beat the Packers silly. Instead, the team’s offense laid an egg.

The defense was excellent as was expected but the offense looked like it used to under previous coaches like John Fox and Lovie Smith, who lacked any offensive imagination.

I was so sure the Bears offense was going to be excellent that I made Mitch Trubisky the quarterback on my fantasy team, a decision that will probably cost me a victory in our league’s season opener. To make matters worse, the team I will probably lose to is my son’s, so he will have bragging rights for the year.

The good news is they only lost one game and they have the rest of the season to make up for it. I’m pretty sure that coach Nagy will remember how he coached last year, and the rest of the team will remember how to play. Hopefully, I’ll be able to say “what a difference a week makes,” again next week.

An anonymous quote this week says, “Patience is not the ability to wait, but the ability to keep a good attitude while waiting.” Be kind to one another. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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New Buffalo school board members continue classroom size discussion, hear favorable spring test results

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embers of New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education picked up where they left off with regards to their discussion on classroom size at their Monday, Sept. 9, meeting.

Although the topic was under discussion items on the agenda, it was reignited during the board’s approval of the employment of two kindergarten aids.

In a 6-1 vote, board members approved the employments of Kathleen Galvin and Rachel Schnitzer in the position elementary instructional assistants for the 2019-2020 school year, pending background approval (trustee Patricia Newton was the dissenting vote). New Buffalo Area School Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie explained that one aid would be for one of the kindergarten sections while the other one would be for the other one.

Newton, who had requested speaking on the topic of classroom size at the previous meeting, said her disapproval wasn’t based on the people who were being hired as kindergarten aids.

“It’s that I disagree with the position being the solution for high class sizes in kindergarten,” she said.

It was revealed at the last meeting that it’s in the district’s contract that, if a classroom size exceeds 23 students, then an aid must be provided to the teacher.

There are currently two sections per classroom at the elementary school. At the last meeting, Newton wondered if the kindergarten should be split into a third section. At the Sept. 12 meeting, she said she wanted the board to look at other solutions besides hiring two aids.

Newton said she agreed that the kindergarten teachers were doing a wonderful job.

“I just think they can do a great job with 17 (students) and not 24 to 25,” she said.

Alluding to the spring test scores that just came back to the district, Newton said that the students who scored so well on the tests were the ones who started out in the district with low class sizes.

Chuck Heit, board president, said that he didn’t

FRANCESCA SAGALA think that nowBY was the “opportune” time to hire new teacher, as he would hate to be the parent who was told that their student needed to suddenly be transferred to another class at this time in the school year.

Heit added that there was an unexpected influx of students who registered at the district within a couple weeks of the new school year. (According to Leslie, the district must accept all students who are residents within the district.)

An additional concern is the size of the first and fourth grade classrooms, which Newtons said have also reached the 20s. She said that middle school class sizes were “awesome” due to high school teachers also teaching middle school. High school class sizes were a lower and “teacher-heavy,” Newton said.

Board trustee Lisa Werner said that it was also important that the district remain on high alert for those who tried to “cheat” the system. Some students who were registered as being residents moved out and didn’t inform the district, she said.

Werner added that the district should look “procedurally” how it handles verifying students are actually residents, such as requiring proof of residency with a driver’s license at the time that families are registering their children. In the past, “outrageous” measures have been undertaken to ensure that others were residents, such as by visiting their homes.

“As a tax payer, I want to make sure people are here because they’re supposed to be here - my taxes are going to the school, I want to make sure we educate students who live here,” she said.

Leslie said that those who register are required to provide proof of residency, such as through a driver’s license. He said it was important that people were “honest” about their situation, as well as attended kindergarten round-up so there’d be an idea how many were registered ahead of time.

Board members heard favorable results with regards to the last spring’s test results.

Leslie said that out of the 17 other schools within

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Berrien County, New Buffalo third graders ranked second in the county in Language Arts on the MSTEP 19, fourth grade ranked second, fifth grade ranked third, sixth grade ranked first, and second grade ranked fifth in the county.

In the math portion of the MSTEP 19, third graders ranked first in the county, fourth grade ranked first, fifth grade ranked third, sixth grade ranked third, and seventh grade ranked fourth.

For MSTEP social studies, last year’s eight graders at New Buffalo ranked second in the county and 11th graders ranked first in the county (last year, they ranked first in the state).

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egarding the spring 2019 PSAT 8 results, last year’s eighth graders ranked second in the county in English Language and Writing and in math and placed second overall in the county.

New Buffalo placed fifth in the county overall on the PSAT 9 and second on the PSAT 10. Regarding SAT scores, New Buffalo placed first on the SAT English and Writing and fifth place overall in the county.

“As long as we’re in that top four ball park, I’m pleased with that,” Leslie said of the scores.

Board members approved the employment of Jamie Bartelheim in the position of BASE leader for 20192020, pending background approval and Candice Cooney in the position of BASE helper, pending background approval.

Board members approved the employment Caitlin Rosinko in the position elementary instructional assistant for the 2019-2020 year. Leslie said that she and Robert Hauch were two of the district’s paraprofessionals.

Board members approved the employment of Joseph Corkran in the position of girl’s junior varsity basketball coach for the 2019-2020 school year.

Board members adopted the updated designation of banks as Depositories and Proper Signature for Accounts, effective immediately.

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errien County residents can bring unwanted electronics and household chemicals from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, to Silver Beach County Park for recycling and safe disposal. Silver Beach is located at 101 Broad St., below the bluff in St. Joseph.

Green Earth Electronics Recycling will be collecting electronics such as computers towers, computer monitors ($10/monitor fee), TVs ($20/television set fee), small and large appliances, dehumidifiers, window air conditioners, DVD/ VCR players, phones, power tools, or any household item with a cord or items that run on batteries. The fee for computer monitors and television sets is due at the event. Other electronics will be accepted at no cost to the resident.

Green Earth Electronics Recycling is located in St. Joseph. Call 269-326-1232 with electronics recycling questions and other electronics recycling options.

Accepted household chemicals include auto liquids, yard and garden chemicals, cleaners, pool chemicals, solvents, oil-based paint, stain, and most other paint products (latex paint will not be accepted). Also accepted are household and auto batteries of all sizes, fluorescent light bulbs, and home medical waste including pills and sharps. Unwanted pills should be taken out of the original pill bottle and combined together in a sealable bag. Medical sharps/needles must be brought in a puncture proof container, such as a ridged plastic bottle or tub. No loose sharps will be accepted.

Latex paint, or water-based paint, will not be accepted at this event. Latex paint can be recycled at Ace Hardware in St. Joseph and Stevensville for a small fee. Or, latex paint can be dried out and placed in with regular curbside trash. To quickly dry out latex paint, mix in latex paint drying powder that can be found at most hardware stores. Or, mix in kitty litter or other non-toxic material to help speed up drying time.

Donations are accepted to offset the collection, transportation, and processing costs of the household chemicals. This event is open to Berrien County residents only. Waste from businesses will be prohibited.

More information can be found by clicking Recycling Services at www. berriencounty.org or by calling Jill Adams at 269-983-7111 x8234. The event is coordinated by the Berrien County Parks Department. — STAFF REPORTS

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Charles Engel PORTRAIT OF A QUIXOTIC, EXCEPTIONAL LANDSCAPE DESIGNER

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uercus” is the curious name of his company. (Translation: Oak Tree.)

Only this man would name his company a name of which no one can pronounce, spell, or know the

meaning.

The talented owner of this small landscape company is the gifted Charles Engel. “He is a miracle worker,” some people have said. Others often comment on how he mixes and matches his plants. “He’s brilliant!” said one of his clients.

“I like best what he does with plants that are sometimes common, but he mixes and matches them with others that make the whole composition extraordinary,” said another client.

One could submit that it takes a lot more effort than what these comments might suggest about Engel, the soft-spoken landscape designer, to create some of the most exceptional projects in Harbor Country. It’s not all gratification and recognition, either.

What you don’t know is that he rises very early in the morning and often works until very late at night, watering and caring for his “babies” (as he affectionately calls them). They are his creative “palette” for his next project. It’s his young trees and plants for which he has an almost paternal regard.

“Without these “guys,” I don’t have a business,” he said frankly when we caught up with him at his Three Oaks property.

“It’s anything but just a glamorous, or “fun,” business,’” he said, alluding to his 14-hour work day the previous day.

Recently, Engel made a buying trip to Savannah and Miami. It was one of his many travels to acquire some of his most exotic plants that have helped make him a desired designer for some of Harbor Country’s most admired gardens and planter designs.

“Most of our time is not on the site itself, but rather, it’s all of the hours that go into the preparation,” Engel said.

Engel’s sphere of references ranges from his study of gardens in Europe to one that are all over the US. He travels to Europe at least once per year to acquire the inspiration and influence of some of the world’s most sophisticated gardens.

“I am humbled by what I see in Europe in the way of

creativity, and there is no reason why we can’t emulate and surpass it right here in Harbor Country. We have the architectural significance, and the stature for better and more sophisticated landscaping and gardens,” Engel said.

He is a loyal fan of the Fernwood Botanical Gardens.

“I love what they have done for ‘my world,’” he said

(in Harbor Grand).

“I love the colors and the shapes and textures of our current installations,” Engel said. “We try to create with colors, shapes, and ‘sculptural’ effects that will make the planters more exciting.”

There’s no such thing as excellence without dedication and hard work. There are also no Geraniums or Petunias in these stunning examples by Engel.

“It took several trips to assemble what you see in these planters, not to mention the care-giving we employ for their health and longevity, but what matters most is the assemblage in the final strokes,” he said.

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Engel creates the outdoor planters at Bentwood Tavern in the Marina Grand Resort, as well as designs the planters at Harbor Grand and the Terrace Room

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urrently, Engel is retained for a large estate owned by a popular local business. It’s a project Engel envisions will take a year to complete. Besides increasing his staff, he will also have a much larger collection of plants. He is undaunted by the enormity of the project, and seems to take it in stride.

Engel also holds a contract for an additional large estate. He is leaving for Europe shortly (as he often does) to refresh and to be inspired. He is not your everyday garden variety artist, to be sure.

Engel was retained for the Fernwood Botanical Garden and its huge fundraising event. There, Engel exhibited how he can create unusual designs from the greenery and small trees he chose. He created these garden arrangements for the event, with care for the plants and unique trees for his display in creative combinations of different shapes and forms from nature for a fresh perception.

“I think of plants as a palette that I choose to work with and as an important component to the creativity,” Engel said.

Indeed, one could say his fresh perception for all of his designs that he creates are his real “hallmark.” But, not all of what he chooses is expensive or exotic. According to Engel, he often uses plants “that are more common, but because of the juxtaposing of the plants, even the more regular choices take on an all-new look.”

“Except for Geraniums and Petunias – I draw the line there,” he said sardonically.

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f there’s one issue that should be of supreme concern to essentially all of humanity, regardless of one’s political worldview, it’s the need for the world’s pollinators to survive and thrive.

Americans and Canadians already share in the Bee City movement, under which cities, townships, school districts and other entities seek a special designation, under either the Bee City USA or Bee City Canada banner, by planting vegetation friendly to bees, butterflies and other pollinators and creating awareness of the chemicals and other things that can harm bees, etc. Even the upcoming 5G upgrade for the “internet of things” is raising concerns in some quarters as to how the intensified electromagnetic field will affect the birds and the bees.

While establishing bee cities is a constructive grassroots approach for helping protect and expand bee colonies and the habitats of other pollinators, the time may be right for creating federal legislation in both countries to protect pollinators.

“In Canada, we could call the legislation the Canadian Migratory Pollinators Act. Passing such an Act would be a welcome but long-overdue, complimentary follow-up to when Canada passed the 1917 Migratory Bird Convention Act and the United States, on the same basis, passed the 1918 Migratory Bird Treaty Act,” the Canadian-based news site AwakeningNews.ca explained, while stressing that October’s party elections in Canada provide a good opportunity to popularize this issue Notably, the U.S. House of Representatives’ Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Oceans and Wildlife held a hearing June 13, 2019 to consider several new pieces of legislation, including discussion of a draft bill that would override the Trump Administration’s 2017 loose interpretation of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. AwakeningNews.ca added: “This is no small matter. Slowing and reversing the documented, sometimes severe collapse of bee colonies and the loss of butterfly populations has everything to do with making sure the human food supply does not steeply decline to the point of food shortages, food lines, and, God forbid, famine. So, the most logical thing would be for the U.S. government, given its obvious proximity to Canada and the fact that migratory birds and pollinators inevitably cross into both countries, to pass a Migratory Pollinators Act just as both countries passed legislation long ago on migratory birds.”

Just for starters, this issue is serious enough in its own right to galvanize public opinion in both nations, in a manner that could bring people with diverse political leanings together to get involved and overcome the deep divisions that often arise in party politics.

And there’s a foundation on which to build, as there are some 31 Canadian Bee Cities (and even more in the U.S.). The municipalities of Orillia, Severn Township, and Barrie in Ontario just recently became Canada’s newest Bee Cities.

The Migratory Bird Treaty Act identified wetlands as important areas to which all governments should give consideration. Creating a similar Migratory Pollinators Act would not only protect and enhance migratory pollinator populations, it also could create residual benefits for pollinators that don’t migrate.

The science community says all is not well with earth’s pollinators. But one wonders whether elected officials, who too often are “educated” by lobbyists, are “on the same page” as those in the science community on this issue.

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ore than two people are killed every day on U.S. roads by impatient and reckless drivers blowing through red lights, according to data analysis performed by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The most recent crash data available shows 939 people were killed in red light running crashes in 2017 -- a 10-year high and a 28% increase since 2012. With the number of red light running crashes on the rise, AAA calls for drivers to use caution when approaching signalized intersections, and for pedestrians and cyclists to stay alert when crossing the street.

According to the AAA Foundation: 28% of crash deaths that occur at signalized intersections are the result of a driver running through a red light.

Per capita, Arizona has the highest rate of red light running fatalities with 5 per 1 million residents while New Hampshire has the lowest rate with 0.4 per 1 million. Michigan has 2.9 per 1 million residents.

Nearly half (46%) of those killed in red light running crashes were passengers or people in other vehicles and more than 5% were pedestrians or cyclists. Just over 35% of those killed were the drivers who ran the red light.

“Drivers who decide to run a red light when they could have stopped safely are making a reckless choice that puts other road users in danger,” said Dr. David Yang, executive director of the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. “The data shows that red light running continues to be a traffic safety challenge. All road safety stakeholders must work together to change behavior and identify effective countermeasures.”

According to the AAA Foundation’s latest Traffic Safety

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Culture Index, 85% of drivers view red light running as very dangerous, yet nearly one in three say they blew through a red light within the past 30 days when they could have stopped safely. More than 2 in 5 drivers also say it is unlikely they’ll be stopped by police for running a red light. Nevertheless, it’s against the law and if a driver is involved in a deadly crash, it could send them to jail.

While enforcement is the best way to get drivers to comply with any law, it is impossible for police to be at every intersection. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found that when properly implemented, red light cameras reduced the fatal red light running crash rate of large cities by 21% and the rate of all types of fatal crashes at signalized intersections by 14%.

“Deaths caused by red light running are on the rise,” said Jessica Cicchino, IIHS Vice President for Research. “Cameras increase the odds that violators will get caught, and well-publicized camera programs discourage would-be violators from taking those odds.

Camera enforcement is a proven way to reduce red light running and save lives.”

Proper implementation of red light cameras helps to ensure drivers’ safety and trust in the systems.

When using red light camera programs, local governments should incorporate best practices, such as: Using the camera program as part of a comprehensive traffic safety strategy, including engineering and education.

Only implementing programs on roadways with a demonstrated pattern of violations or crashes.

Notifying drivers that cameras are being used (signage and other methods).

Calibrating cameras regularly.

Only operating cameras under the direct supervision of law enforcement personnel.

Evaluating the programs on a periodic basis to ensure safety benefits are being realized.

Changes in driver behavior are also critical to reducing the number of red light running crashes on U.S. roads. To prevent red light crashes, AAA recommends that drivers: Prepare to Stop: Lift your foot off the accelerator and “cover the brake” when preparing to enter any intersection by positioning your right foot just above the brake pedal, without touching it.

Use Good Judgment: Monitor “stale” green lights, those that have been green a long time as you’ve approached the intersection. They are more likely to turn yellow as you arrive at the intersection.

Tap the Brake: Tap your brakes a couple of times before fully applying them to slow down. This will catch the attention of drivers who may be inattentive or distracted behind you.

Drive Defensively: Before you enter an intersection after the light has turned green for you, take a second after the light changes and look both ways before proceeding.

Pedestrians and cyclists should also stay safe when traveling near intersections. AAA recommends: Wait: Give yourself a few seconds to make sure all cars have come to a complete stop before moving through the intersection.

Stay Alert and Listen: Don’t take chances and don’t wear headphones.

Watch what is going on and give your full attention to the environment around you.

Be Visible: Stay in well-lit areas, especially when crossing the street.

Make Eye Contact: Look at drivers in stopped vehicles to ensure they see you before crossing the road in front of them. — STAFF REPORTS

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hikaming Township’s effort to acquire a pristine Lake Michigan property adjacent to Cherry Beach is now entering its final and decisive phase.

According to a recent press release, more than 700 individuals and organizations have made new pledges, re-pledged after showing support in 2018 or have increased their 2018 pledges, all in an effort to enhance prospects for award of a large grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF). With the state’s Sept. 30 deadline looming, supporters must raise another nearly $160,000 in the next few weeks.

The state grant would cover 60% of the purchase price of the Cherry Beach acquisition/expansion, and the current drive is Chikaming Township’s second attempt to qualify. Last year, the community raised $1.2 million (the minimum 25% match needed to qualify for the grant), but the state had considerably less money to award than in previous years. The MNRTF encouraged the township to try again in 2019. As a result, the township and Cherry Beach volunteers decided to better their odds of winning by fundraising a larger match.

“This year, we’re attempting to raise more of a match so we can ask the state for less,” Chikaming Township Supervisor David Bunte said in the press release.

“Because of the annual nature of grant cycles, all 2018 pledges have expired and everyone needs to re-pledge in 2019 to make it count. We are thrilled that some supporters have not only re-pledged but have increased their pledges from last year,” he added.

A grassroots group of area residents and home owners called the Cherry Beach Committee has led fundraising efforts. The committee has been energized this year by the continued support of two important Michigan organizations: The Carls Foundation, which in May re-issued a $250,000 challenge grant in partnership with the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy and The Upton Foundation, which awarded the project a $50,000 challenge grant in June. Both challenge goals have now been met.

Several other foundations have contributed a combined $44,000, including the Kenneth and Harle Montgomery Foundation and The Berrien Community Foundation.

If the grant is awarded, the township intends to keep the parcel in its natural state in perpetuity. Although there are seven miles of lakefront in Chikaming Township, only 2% is public. Acquiring the adjacent land would nearly triple the park’s beachfront from 253 feet to 657 feet. It would also protect three acres of hardwood trees that have not been harvested since just after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.

The Berrien Community Foundation (BCF), a charitable 501(c)(3) notfor-profit organization, is acting as repository for pledges made through cherrybeachproject.com. BCF will continue to accept pledges until the state grant status is known in December.

The Cherry Beach Project is a public-private initiative led by the Cherry Beach Committee in partnership with Chikaming Township. The project has garnered substantial support from the foundations mentioned above, plus The Southwest Michigan Planning Commission, The Conservation Fund, The Berrien Community Foundation and The Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy. Other valued supporters include The Deer Creek Open Space Association, Harbor Country Hikers and Chikaming Open Lands. A complete list of supporters and more information is available at www.cherrybeachproject.com. — STAFF REPORTS

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SWMPC TO HOLD WASTEWATER TOUR, WATER QUALITY WORKSHOP

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he Southwest Michigan Planning Commission of Benton Harbor, Michigan, will be holding a free Wastewater Tour at the Galien River Sanitary District (GRSD) in New Buffalo from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, and the Water Quality Workshop at Bridgman City Hall from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 5.

“The GRSD Wastewater Tour is educational and engaging for our community, since most people do not understand the complexity of wastewater management or what happens to the water once it leaves their homes and businesses,” said Marcy Hamilton, senior planner at the Southwest Michigan Planning Commission. “Attendees will be amazed as to how the treatment process works in a self-contained environment, and they will leave the tour with a greater understanding of how we keep the community and our environment healthy and safe.”

This two-hour event will include a one-hour tour of the wastewater treatment process and operations with experts, along with an overview of the strict environmental compliance necessary to keep everyone safe. An outdoor walking tour will take attendees “behind the scenes” of the plant’s testing laboratory, process area, and control center not normally available to the public. All attendees will receive a free giveaway at the conclusion of the event.

“The Water Quality Workshop will address why our beaches sometimes close during the summer due to E. coli,” Hamilton said. “What we do in our homes and businesses has a direct impact on Lake Michigan. And due to contamination from failing and compromised septic and sewer systems from communities along the shoreline and upstream, these put our water at risk.”

This two-hour workshop will include speakers, demonstrations, kids’ coloring pages, a grand prize raffle, plus, septic maintenance tips and services, and onsite home water testing (attendees can have their tap water tested from their homes for nitrates).

Even though these two events are free, advance registration is required because space is limited. Learn more and RSVP for the SWMI Wastewater Tour at www.swmitour.eventbrite.com and the Water Quality Workshop at www. swmiworkshop.eventbrite.com.

Explore the new website at www.betterbeachesswmi.org. Information will also be made available on the shared “Sustain Ox Creek” Facebook page at www.facebook.com/sustainoxcreek.org.

The SWMPC specializes in providing data, information, maps, and technical assistance for planning and grant writing in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties. The major program areas include transportation, economic development, community planning, and natural resource protection. For more information, visit www.swmpc.org or contact Hamilton at hamiltonm@swmpc. org or 269-925-1137 x1525. — STAFF REPORTS

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HOROSCOPE SEPTEMBER 12-18, 2019

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 You will feel like things are moving at rocket speed this week and many areas of your life will require attention. At work there is no sign of things slowing down and at home the chores will be piling up. Absent mindedness may be a problem so be sure to write things down.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 You will feel like pulling back and focusing more on yourself than others this week. This may bother those close to you but if you take the time to touch base before you disappear you’ll have less explaining to do later. Honor taking down time and recharging your batteries.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 There is a nice playful energy coming at you this week. Take advantage of it by going to discussions or presentations that coincide with your hobbies or quirky interests. Don’t worry if your partner or friends don’t want to tag along. Going alone opens the door to making new friends.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 Your ability to organize events and find people will be sought after this week.

Whether you are asked to organize a trip, prepare for a party or find an old friend your hounddog like skills will win you brownie points with others. You know how to pull people out of hiding.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 Feeling secure and stable will be very important this week. Anything that creates uncertainty or people who try to destabilize your world will be in for a surprise this week. You are looking for a deeper commitment now and won’t tolerate halfhearted promises. All or nothing, baby.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 This is a great week to polish your image and increase your public influence. Opportunities to build up your goals will take shape now so be sure to formalize ideas, draft those important contracts and make those call backs. Don’t shy away from hard work or smudge over details.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 This is a great time to learn something new or start a research program.

You will be very mentally active and will get a lot from reading, writing and interviewing historical figures. You will make interesting connections that others may miss or overlook.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 Your mind will be sharp and extra inquisitive this week. Engage in things that have a historical element or scholarly overtone to make the most of your curiosities. Perhaps a ghost tour or library presentation on a historical work will satisfy your intellectual urges.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 Your earning ability and value consciousness are on the rise this week. The important thing is to spend less and increase your savings during this boon. If you do have to spend money spend it on furnishings for the home. You will get any home or family issues worked out this week.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 Deal with any intense feelings you have. Do not disregard negative emotions or try to smooth things over for the sake of ending disagreements. Working things out may require some long conversations and saying things that make you uncomfortable, but you can do it.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 This week you will be especially strong willed and may need some extra space or time for your projects.

Let the people around you know that you need freedom to do and say the things that inspire you right now. It’s not that you want to be alone, you just don’t want to be weighed down.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 Dive into your relationships.

You may have been shying away from getting close or sharing personal information but this week it’s important you open up and let others get close to you.

Your social life has the propensity to grow and blossom now. Don’t hold that back any longer.

My interests? My Judgments alone — Dino

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SUDOKU To solve the Sudoku puzzle, your challenge is to fill each empty cell with a number 1 through 9, so that each row across, each column down, and each 3x3 box contains all the numbers 1 through 9 with no repeats. Good luck solving!

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

EVERY MONDAY

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.

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EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY SKIP’S OPEN-AIR EUROPEAN FARMERS MARKET 9AM-3PM. 16710 Lake Shore Rd. New Buffalo.

Featuring a wide array of food, crafts, produce and other items from local vendors.

EVERY SATURDAY

EVERY WEDNESDAY

YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township.

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

All are welcome.

THREE OAKS FARMERS MARKET 9AM-3PM. Carver Park. Three Oaks.

The market takes place every Saturday, and features produce, flowers, jewelry, plants, crafts, eggs with music.

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

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and snacks will be provided. The cost is $5.

MUSIC IN THE PARK 7-9PM. New Buffalo Township Park. 17425 Red Arrow Hwy. New Buffalo.

Listen to a live band every week and enjoy food from a local dining establishment.

EVERY THURSDAY

TRIVIA NIGHT AT DOOLEY’S 7-9PM. 310 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. 269469-2247. www.dooleyslakehouse.com.

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.

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

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

EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY LIVE MUSIC AT NIGHT AT DOOLEY’S 8PM. Dooley’s Lake House Pub.

EVERY SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

GENIUS NIGHT AND OPEN MIC 6:30-9:30PM. Elsie Earl Studios.

200 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. www.elsieearlstudios.com.

The night will feature local and area literary performance and visual artists sharing their unique talents before an audience. Coffee, tea,

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 MICHAEL GLABICKI OF RUSTED ROOT WITH DIRK MILLER 8PM. Acorn Theater. 107 Generation Dr. Three Oaks. www.acornlive.org.

Rusted Root, the multi-platinum band out of Pittsburgh, evolved around front-man Michael Glabicki’s distinct sound and grew into a musical entity that has thrived in a non-genre specific category all its own.

Tickets are $25.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 DUNE WALK WITH PRESERVE THE DUNES 1-PM. Warren Dunes State Park.

5301 Floral Ln. Bridgman.

Hosted by Chikaming Open Lands (COL).

Enjoy an afternoon with Preserve the Dunes and COL as we explore the world of sand dune ecosystems and their special ecology.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 POLISH HERITAGE FESTIVAL 10:30AM-5:30PM CT. Friendship Botanic Gardens. 2055 E US Hwy 12.

Michigan City. 219-878-9885. www.friendshipgardens.org.

General admission tickets are available at the door the day of the event for $7.

Children under 12 are free.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

MESA LUNA GIVEBACK DINNER Mesa Luna. 12868 Red Arrow Hwy. Sawyer. 269-426-4878.

Mesa Luna will donate to the Cherry Beach Project’s fundraising 50% of every dining dollar spent Thursday, September 19.

FRIDAYS, SEPTEMBER 20-OCTOBER 4

HARVEST MARKET FRIDAYS 3-7PM. N Whittaker St. New Buffalo. www.newbuffalofarmersmarket.com.

The market features fresh produce, handmade products, and live music and food.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

WURSTFEST 10AM-7PM. Downtown Three Oaks.

Featuring 50+ classic cars, 40+ farm/craft/ food vendors, 15+ craft breweries (two wineries and Journeyman Distillery), two music soloists, and four bands.

10TH ANNUAL BARN BENEFIT 5-8PM. Deer Creek Ranch. 15033 Flynn Rd. Three Oaks.

Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres from Froehlich’s, live and silent auctions.

Proceeds benefit Chikaming Open Lands (COL). Tickets for members are $120.

Non-Members $150. Land Protector Tickets $250.

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REMEMBER ME THURSDAY 6PM CT. Michiana Humane Society. 722 Hwy 212. Michigan City. www.michianahumanesociety.org.

Light luminarias dedicated to those animals and remember the love they gave us.

Luminaria dedications are $5 each and may be ordered online, or by coming to the shelter. They will also be available the night of the event.

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Deadlines are the Fridays before the following week’s publication.

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