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A year-round New Buffalo discussed at DDA meeting PAGE 4 Chikaming Township Board sends beach access recommendation to Park Board PAGE 6 New Buffalo Township approves new data towers PAGE 8

Out with the old, in with the new PAGE 9 Bids opened for North Whittaker Redevelopment Project PAGE 10

New Buffalo Police Chief out, DDA’s phase II awarded to Pajay PAGE 14

HAPPY 150TH!

THREE OAKS’ SESQUICENTENNIAL COMES TO A SWEEPING FINISH COL supporters come out to annual Barn Benefit PAGE 17

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CORRECTION In the New Buffalo Times article, “Open House to discuss Chikaming Township road millage,” in the Thursday, Sept. 14, issue, it was incorrectly stated that the Neighbors for Good Roads committee will be hosting an open house Wednesday, Sept. 22. The open house will be held Wednesday, Sept. 27, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Chikaming Township Hall. The New Buffalo Times apologizes for this error.

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he American Diabetes Association has announced the promotion of Stephanie Camalo as the new Executive Director of Michigan.

Stephanie has been with the ADA for over 13 years, most recently as a Director, Development.

In her new position she will oversee all Fundraising activities in Michigan which include the Tour de Cure and Step Out Walk, as well as education outreach programs such as Camp Midcha, Diabetes is Primary, and What I Eat; these programs are free education programs that reach the diabetes population in need. In her previous position she was responsible for raising over $1 million in revenue and overseeing the largest Camp in the country for children and teens with diabetes, Camp Midicha. It is held annually in Fenton for kids with diabetes between the ages of 8 and 17.

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA will be set up in the Commons of the New s New Buffalo visitor-friendly?” was the question that was Buffalo Middle/High School posed to members of the New Buffalo Downtown Development during the Volleyball game on Authority (DDA) board of directors at their Thursday, Sept. 14, Tuesday, September 26, 2017 for meeting. the 2018 Miss/Mr. New Buffalo Recently, Chairman Robert Kemper said he’d become aware of Scholarship pageant. “derogatory” comments that have popped up on a Facebook post with regards There will be information to the city’s out of town visitors. Kemper said that it was the DDA’s goal to regarding the pageant provided improve economic conditions within the city, and that having New Buffalo that will include pageant host its onslaught of visitors for six weeks every summer helps achieve this practice dates. The pageant goal. If the season extended into 30 weeks, he said, everyone – residents, will be held on November 11 at second home owners, business owners, and employers - would certainly reap the NBHS PAC. No time for the its benefits. Those who live off the tax base, he said, would greatly benefit from pageant has been determined it, as visitors would cause it to grow. yet, as we don’t know how many Member Ellie Mullins said that it was important that business owners point contestants will be running for to their employees the myriad benefits to working and residing in a tourist titles. town.

Feel free to contact Diana Kemper added that he also objected to the term “off-season.” Anyone who Chair of the Miss/Mr. New paid a visit to Four Winds Casino or the Marina Grand’s lobby on a weekend in 30Selir N Whittaker St • Open Daily Buffalo Scholarship Pageant December or January, he said, could testify to the fact that visitors didn’t just at 269-612-8506 for further frequent New Buffalo in the warm weather months. information. — STAFF REPORTS Kemper said he hoped that the DDA could continue the discussion, maybe on a committee level, on how to instill in people’s minds that they should be open to visitors year-round.

“I bring it up because this is a public forum and it needs to be said - people need to accept it,” he said.

Kemper said that this goal to promote New Buffalo as being a yearround destination all tied into the city’s upcoming North Whittaker Street Reconstruction Project’s Phase Two. The whole point of the project, he said, was to enhance New Buffalo’s year-round appeal by improving the sidewalks and shops that lined North Whittaker Street.

Speaking of North Whittaker Street’s Phase Two, Kemper said that the city had sent out Request for Proposals (RFPs) to several construction firms to head the major project and that the bids were being opened at City Hall that very morning. City Manager Dave Richards added that Abonmarche would be reviewing each bid, determining which was the best one, and making a recommendation to the City Council for their Tuesday, Sept. 19, meeting.

Also at the meeting, DDA members learned that the communications 30 N Whittaker St subcommittee, which is chaired by DDA member Joe Lindsay, had discussed Open Daily branding. Kemper urged them to think of what was the “color and font” of New Buffalo, which would be used for any new city signage. In developing a logo, Doug Roch, who chairs the entrepreneurial/business development subcommittee, said that it was important that they keep it as basic as possible.

“I think simplicity is key for everything that we do,” he said.

Kemper said that he and Lindsay were planning on going door-to-door, letting business owners know of the timeline of the North Whittaker Street Project. A more specific time line, he said, would be available once the city had chosen a construction firm.

Mortgage Loan Officer Roch reported that the area near the former city-owned New Buffalo Lumber property and by the New Buffalo True Value on South Whittaker Street could Personal NMLS#: 1232764 be a suitable place for a previously discussed Tesla superstation. Roch said the land was low-cost due to its close proximity to railroad tracks. Tesla would pay for the station’s installation.

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15, the Michigan City Port Authority barge, the Jack Callahan, exploded and sunk in the Washington Park Marina channel alongside the Nipsco plant wall, causing injures to the three people aboard the vessel.

The work barge was returning from picking up swim buoys from the lake when the barge exploded.

According to sources, the captain keyed the radio to alert the draw bridge of their return when sparks below the deck ignited fuel fumes from the engines, which possibly caused the explosion. Witnesses stated that the harbor master was thrown an estimated 40 feet in the air before landing back on the deck of the barge, suffering two breaks in his leg. The two other passengers aboard the barge suffered burns and scrapes, with one person suffering a foot injury. All of the men were rescued and transported to St. Anthony’s Hospital in stable condition, and were all reported as being conscious and alert at the time of the rescue.

The Jack Callahan was 28-foot barge that was built of one-quarter inch steel plate. Donkersloot and Sons Marine Development of New Buffalo originally built the steel vessel and their barge, the Jamie Lynn, also pulled it from underwater on Saturday afternoon. Captain of the Jamie Lynn, Ron Donkersloot, said that the Jack Callahan weighed 30,000 pounds and was also carrying a five-ton crane at the time of the accident. He stated that the interior hull trusses were totally mangled as a result of the explosion and holes were blown through the bottom of the boat, causing it to sink. Were it not for the welds in the interior of sthe teel hull holding the steel trusses and decking together, he said the incident could have been much worse for those aboard.

Originally built in the shape of a rectangle, Ron said the barge was turned into a football shape from the heat of the combustion.

He added that the vessel is a total loss. Following the recovery of the barge, the crew onboard the Jamie Lynn recovered all of the remaining 25 swim buoys from the area off the Michigan City Beach.

The incident is still under investigation.

The Michigan City Fire Department, La Porte County EMS, the U.S. Coast Guard and the Department of Natural Resources all responded to the incident.

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he American Legion Hall in Three Oaks was packed Sunday night as people came out to celebrate and support a local man fighting cancer.

Kieran Conway had already beaten esophageal cancer before he opened his restaurant in downtown Three Oaks in 2014. In May 2017 he shared that cancer had been found again. Since then he has undergone surgeries and aggressive treatments. While this is going on he has closed Conway’s.

Several of his fellow business owners decided to do something to show support.

Lani Myron of Harbor Home and Interiors and Caroline Drier of Drier’s Meat Market lead the way. A longtime singer on the Chicago pub circuit, Conway used his Three Oaks restaurant as a place to entertain. So Myron and Drier thought it was fitting to throw a party in his honor.

“Kieran is one of the funniest guys I’ve ever met,” said Myron. “He’s been entertaining us for years and we wanted to return the favor.”

Drier and Myron organized the party with Myron’s husband, Tom, and Bill Bielby. Other local businesses were quick to help out with donations.

“No one we asked said no,” Myron said.

“Lani and I are both business owners we wanted to help a business owner in need,” Drier added, indicating the crowd packed into the pavilion. “So does everyone else.”

A party for a singer wouldn’t be complete without live music and Bielby organized several musical acts. Edgar Wilbury, Abby Folsom, Hattie Folsom, Ken Ramsay, Garth Taylor, James Neary, Jim “Ang” Anderson, Jenna Mammina, Rolf Sturm, Johnny Borter, Kirk Saffle and Peter Nye played for the audience, who didn’t let a late summer shower deter them. It was standing room only for much of the evening as people kept coming.

Conway was unable to attend the party but Myron read a letter he had written thanking everyone for their support.

All money raised from the party will help Conway pay for medical expenses. For information, contact lanicmyroninteriors@gmail.com.

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he ongoing issue of beach access within Chikaming Township was debated at the township’s monthly Thursday, Sept. 14, meeting.

Board members reviewed a proposed amendment to Ordinance 126, Section 15. The ordinance states that no construction machinery should be moved “in, upon, or across the land, roads, bluffs, and DINE IN • CARRYOUT • CATERING EVENT SPACE • GOURMET GROCERY facilities at a public park, preserve or beach” in the township unless a written DINE DINE INDINE •INCARRYOUT • CATERING IN • CARRYOUT • •CATERING DOWNTOWN THREE OAKS • CARRYOUT CATERING permit has been issued. Currently, the township supervisor has the authority to EVENT SPACE • GOURMET GROCERY EVENT SPACE GOURMET GROCERY EVENT SPACE • •GOURMET GROCERY DOWNTOWN THREE OAKS issue a permit to allow the opening of the gates at the township’s five beach access DOWNTOWN THREE OAKS DOWNTOWN THREE OAKS points for the purpose of moving machinery. The proposed amendment states that the application for a permit would be sent to the Park Board, who would then decide if a permit should be issued. Township fire and police chiefs and township *317933* *317933* supervisor would then have the authority to open a gate in an emergency.

Trustee Bill Marske did say that he felt that he wanted to receive more input Teaching Through The Bible, Verse by Verse, Chapter by Chapter on the ordinance from contractors. Township Supervisor David Bunte pointed out that this is the third meeting in a row that they’ve discussed the issue, and contractors have had time to voice their opinions.

1st Friday of the Month Township Clerk Paula Dudiak said that she did take issue with the fact that Free Family Movie - 7:00 pm no construction machinery or equipment could be moved onto the beach from Memorial Day to Labor Day, with Marske adding that the frost ended in April and 3rd Friday of the Month if contractors had to wait until after Labor Day to work, that would give them only Open Mic Night - 7:00 pm a “good two to three months” before winter settled in. Bunte responded that there was a concern that more people were on the beach during the summer months, Weekly Bible Studies resulting in the possibility of injuries.

Trustee Rich Sullivan added that, in most cases, it was a one-day matter with regards to those who needed beach access. He said that the issue of beach access Sunday 10:15 am came up mainly to stop the abuse that was occurring in terms of who was opening the gates.

At last month’s meeting, there was concern that the Park Board making the decision at their regular meetings would result in a delay in issuing permits.

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Board members agreed, and decided to make the recommendation to the Park Board for them to address at their next meeting.

During the public comments section at the end of the meeting, Park Board member Janet Schrader said that surrounding communities held open meetings for access of heavy equipment onto the beach “for the public to see and hear” the decision that was made by the board. She said that the Berrien County Road Commission held open meetings, as well as, to her understanding, New Buffalo.

FURNACE TUNE-UP “It really comes down to who’s making procedure on the properties the Park CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE Board was elected to take care of,” she added.

ASK ABOUT FREE ENROLLMENT IN OUR C.A.R.E. CLUB Board members agreed to accept the resignation of EnRico Heirman from the RECEIVE 20% OFF FUTURE REPAIRS Park Board, where he served as chair. In his letter of resignation, Heirman said that it’s “been both an honor and privilege to serve in this capacity as well as on a leadership role with multiple awesome community special events.”

Also at the meeting, Bunte gave board members a brief summary of a Japanese knotweed workshop that was hosted by the Berrien Conservation District that he recently attended. He said that they were already trying to isolate a couple patches of the invasive species within the township. The plant was brought over by the United Kingdom, where it was reducing property values of homes. Bunte said he was hoping to do training with the township’s water and sewer departments, as 16036 Red Arrow Hwy they were out in the field often and would be the best ones to spot the species.

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The disease affects oak trees and has already been spotted in Warren Dunes State Park, among other locations.

Board members approved appointing Beverly Kohn to the personnel committee, where she would be joining Bunte and Dudiak. The committee would not only be updating the township’s current policy and procedures manual, which haven’t been updated in 12 years, but also job descriptions.

A capped construction bid amount of $21,000 from Robert Jackson Construction Company for the repair of the township hall’s front entryway, which has been experiencing deterioration, and the front of the building, was approved.

Board members also approved making an amendment to the budget to include this amount, and agreed to further discussion should the work exceed this amount.

Board members approved a Special Land Use Permit, which was approved See ad in this issue by the Planning Commission, for a property located at 14671 Three Oaks Road in Three Oaks.

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New Buffalo Township approves new data towers LINDA HENDERSON IN NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP

he New Buffalo Township Board approved a number of resolutions and amendment changes at its regular Monday, Sept. 18, meeting.

Under the treasurer’s report, the board unanimously approved a bond payment for $32,412.52 for Harbor Country Drive sewer and $8,818.75 for U.S.12/Behner Road water. They also approved Deputy Clerk Katharine Butler’s attendance at a Clerking 101 class Friday, Oct. 6 and 13, for a cost of $15, and to reimburse her for her mileage.

Board members accepted the bids from Lakeshore Construction Services, Inc. totaling $2,991.00 for concrete work at the Township Hall. A sidewalk will be installed from the Park Department building to the Township Hall, as well as a concrete pad by the drop box.

The board approved a $1,196.85 computer purchase for the Double K Enterprises inspectors.

Berrien County Sheriff Supervisor Juli Flick gave the July Township call report. She reported that there were 127 complaints answered within the township, and that 18 tickets were issued and two arrests were made. She stated that the department is adding extra patrols on US 12 near Wilson Road for traffic control and also in Timber Lane Estates. She also said they have added additional patrols at the Welcome Center, where trucks were experiencing gas siphoning problems.

Fire Chief Ed Lijewski reported that there are four new firefighters attending the training program from New Buffalo Area Schools. Once they’ve completed the course, the student receives math and reading credit in addition to earning 12 college credits. He also stated that Fire House # 2 needed the furnace repaired and that all of the township buildings should have their systems checked going into the winter months. Air Right will handle the HVAC needs.

In new business, the board approved a Special Land Use (SLU) for a wireless tower located at 19509 M-239, which will be installed by Mid America. They also approved a second SLU for a Wireless Tower located at 18555 Harbor Country Drive, which is a data tower serving

trading at the Stock Exchange between Chicago and New York City. Both approvals were upon recommendation of the Planning Commission, subject to the findings and conditions as recommended by the Commission.

The board approved a Resolution for “Best Practices Committee,” which supports their participation in a group of municipalities in the northern part of the county. They stated that working in numbers is for the good of all and will especially help in supporting grant applications.

They approved a Sewer Use and Water System Ordinance Amendments and rescinded the commercial sewer and water tap-in revisions originally passed Dec. 16, 2013. They said that going forward, all requests for commercial tap-ins to be placed on the tax bills over a four-year period will be reviewed on a case by case basis.

They approved personnel policies and procedures and moved to revise the Personnel Policies and Procedures manual. Clerk Judy Zabicki stated that this was a housekeeping item to clean up the manual.

Board members approved writing grants to the Pokagon Fund for the following items for the New Buffalo Township Fire Department: extrication tool (EForce Ram) in the amount of $8,840.00, thermal image camera in the amount of $7,874.00, a washer/dryer for turnout gear in the amount of $14,388.00 and an electric ventilation fan in the amount of $4,025.00.

Lijewski explained the need for each request. He stated that the extrication tool is an added benefit to the new truck.

In addition to being battery operated and lighter in weight, it will also be used to as extra tool to open automobiles, trucks and, in some cases, houses. Thermal imaging provides added benefits to assist in the rescuing of victims in a house or vehicle fire. Their current, 20-year-old camera is no longer working at the #2 station. The new camera is less expensive and smaller, he said. The commercial washer will allow the firemen to wash their turnout gear, which is presently being done at the Three Oaks Fire Department. He said that the gear gathers

carcinogens when fighting fires, especially vehicle fires, and needs to be cleaned regularly. The washer will also extend the life of the gear and protect the firefighters.

He said they would share the equipment with the city fire department.

Lijewski stated that all of the new equipment is an example of the progression in new technology, as it’s all lighter, quicker to operate and safer for the firefighters to use.

Lijewski also reported that the fire department has been bringing equipment to the Friday night football games.

He said that last week, their Medical First Responders handled a medical emergency, avoiding the need to call an ambulance.

The board added four resolutions to the agenda, two of which related to the improvement of the water lines in the Michigan Shores Country Club subdivision. They also introduced a Special Assessment District for both resolutions. A special hearing will be held Monday, Oct. 16, to hear residents’ suggestions and objections to the planned improvements. If the improvements and assessment district move forward, the properties in the district will be assessed accordingly.

Two resolutions relating to a new township slogan and logo to be used on the township website, letterhead, official seal and other marketing material, were also approved. In a nod of respect to the history of the old US 12 welcome arch from the 1920s, the township has adopted an official slogan, “The Gateway to Michigan.”

Under public comments, The Pokagon Fund Executive Director Janet Cocciarelli described the direction currently being taken by their board. She stated that, in addition to providing grand funding to non-profits and municipalities, the Fund’s mission is to enhance the lives of the residents of Southwest Michigan through the financial support of initiatives in the following areas: education, poverty reduction and community vitality.

In their effort to aid in poverty reduction, the board has partnered with the Church of the Mediator in Three Oaks to provide services and assistance to those in need. She said it was a program

similar to the outreach program that had previously been handled by Help for Southwest Michigan, which is no longer operational. The Fund has employed two individuals to aid in this Neighbor to Neighbor outreach program. She also said that she had met with the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce to further discussions on the completion of the final four miles of the Marquette Greenway Trail that will link a bicycle trail from Chicago to New Buffalo.

With regards to educational needs, Cocciarelli stated that they are working with both River Valley Schools and New Buffalo Area Schools, and the board has provided a $150,000 grant to each district to address third grade literacy and kindergarten preparedness programs.

Additionally, they are working with River Valley to develop a summer camp program similar to the one serving New Buffalo students. They are also working on an initiative to foster leadership through the Michigan Great Southwest Leadership Council, and hope to bring the program to Harbor Country.

The Fund is supported by revenue from the Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo.

Since its 2007 inception, the Fund has granted more than $22 million in awards and scholarships Resident Robert Evans addressed the need for traffic control in the Gordon Beach area. He stated that vehicles are repeatedly ignoring the stop sign at Apple Avenue and Lakeview, and feared a pedestrian or bicycle accident would occur due to careless drivers. Flick stated that the department will increase patrols in the area to enforce drivers to follow the stop sign. Evans stated that he would like to install speed bumps at the signs; however, they are not allowed due to there being a hindrance to fire truck traffic.

Supervisor Michelle Heit asked everyone to fill out a survey from the Park Board for their upcoming Master Plan review. The short survey can be completed on the township’s website or at Township Hall.

The next meeting of the New Buffalo Township Board is at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 16, at Township Hall on Red Arrow Highway.

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NEW BUFFALO MOVES FORWARD

ext spring New Buffalo will not only bring fresh flowers to New Buffalo, but a new look for the city and the township as a result of a number of long-awaited and anticipated projects finally coming to

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the 100 block of North Barton. Developers stated that the five townhomes and complex will be a nine-month construction build-out.

The City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for neighborhood street repaving is also being evaluated, and plans will soon be announced for those improvements.

“A lot of people deserve a lot of credit for moving all of these projects forward, when it seemed impossible,” said

project, which will feature a “Gateway to Michigan” welcoming theme. Township elected officials have been working in partnership with MDOT to make these improvements a reality. The CIA plan includes aesthetic design improvements, such as concrete embossing, rfruition. color choices, overhead and signage lighting designs, Fall, winter and spring will be a period of construction roadside landscaping at the exit ramps, way-finding throughout the city, as the downtown is redeveloped, signage and a possible sculpture, along with bicycle and sidewalks are installed, and drain improvements are pedestrian paths. Exit 1 renovations will also tie into the made to Lighthouse Creek. In New redevelopment of North Whittaker Street Buffalo Township, MDOT and the and the previous new road and bike lanes New Buffalo Township’s Corridor installed on South Whittaker Street by Improvement Authority (CIA) plan to MDOT and the city in 2014. give the Exit 1 entrance a much needed MDOT also has plans to rebuild face lift. All of these projects, along with Township overpasses at Maudlin, Kruger, private new construction, are scheduled Union Pier and Lakeside roads. The state to begin this fall and next spring. owned overpasses are usually refurbished Currently, two project are underway every 30 years by the state. At a special with completion scheduled by the end of meeting held in July, Township Trustee the year. There are 3.5 miles of sidewalks Pete Rahm stated that they “are lucky that are currently being installed in to get this opportunity” for beautifying various areas with the grant financing the township and for adding a positive from the Safe Sidewalks to School impact to the area. e Crews work on sidewalks on Bronson St Former home at 114 North Barton St. (SSTS) program. In addition, the Berrien Township consultants The Antero Country Drain Commission is moving full Group stated in their proposal, “The steam ahead with the Lighthouse Drain project in Sunset City Manager Dave Richards. highway gateway will establish positive first impressions Shores.

New Buffalo Township is anticipating a major and provide spaces along the corridor to create an Soon to be underway is the North Whittaker Street improvement project in Spring 2018. MDOT will be inviting theme that connects people to the larger Redevelopment Project’s Phase Two, with work redoing the Exit 1 overpass/bridge, roadway and ramps community.” beginning in early October. On North Barton Street, a which come off and over I-94. The township plans to While there will be some inconveniences, the near vintage home was torn down this past week to make kick off their CIA Plan with a beautification project future will showcase a forward moving New Buffalo City room for a new townhome complex on the west side of and Township. to enhance the planned MDOT road construction

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ROD AND GUN CLUB ACHIEVES TOP HONORS

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he New Buffalo Rod and Gun Club sent two teams to the State Trap Shoot Saturday and Sunday, Sept.

9-10, in Mason Michigan, where New Buffalo Team #2 won the State Shoot-Class B Title.

Team #2 shooters were: Bob Krueger, Eric Oligee, Curt Held, Pat Mansfield and Jon Slinger.

In addition, Debbie Stuiek won the All Events Women State title, as well as three other first place titles. Her husband, Chris Stuiek, placed 10th highest in Men Division and won several other first place events. He also won a new gun as one of the prizes.

Team #1 shooters were: E. Kliss, Debbie Stuiek, Chris Stuiek, Andy Swilinger and Doug Robbins.

The club’s next big shoot is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 22, at St. Joseph County Sportsman Club in Stugis, Michigan. The event will for the Michigan United Conservation Clubs shoot. In 2016, the New Buffalo team won that event.

For more information on the New Buffalo Rob and Gun Club, contact Bob Kruger at 269-6120983. Club events are open to the public. The club is located at 10487 Kruger Road in New Buffalo. — STAFF REPORTS

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Bids opened for North Whittaker Redevelopment Project LINDA HENDERSON IN NEW BUFFALO

he City of New Buffalo opened four sealed bids of $2,456,111. Alternate #1 is $190,927 (East Merchant received for Phase Two of the North Whittaker Street) and Alternate # 2 is $52,307 (North Whittaker Street Redevelopment Project Thursday, Sept.

Street from railroad tracks to Water Street). The total bid is 14, at New Buffalo City Hall. $2,699,345.00.

The low bid submitted by Pajay Construction Pay Jay submitted a substantial May 8, 2018, completion Company of New Buffalo came in at $1,775,842.00, for the date for Phase 2, which is before the Memorial Day influx entire Phase Two project. of visitors and tourists. The project is anticipated to start “The low bid came in lower than anticipated, which is the first or second week of October, following the awarding good news,” said City Manager Dave Richards. of the bid Sept. 19. Abonmarche and the city staff will Following the opening, Abonmarche, the city’s project publish weekly construction updates and schedules to keep manager and engineering firm for everyone informed, as they did in Phase The bid was let with three One of the project. the project, reviewed all the bids components. Whittaker for accuracy. They will present a This project was made possible, in Street (Buffalo to Mechanic), part, due to a generous $1.6 million grant recommendation for a contractor to including West Merchant the City Council at their Tuesday, Sept. from The Pokagon Fund, who funded a to Barton streets, is the 19, meeting. The bid will be awarded portion of the project’s Phase One and main/base component of to the contractor that chosen by the Phase Two. The funding sources for the reconstruction project. Phase Two are as follows: The Pokagon council for the job. (See page 14).

Two alternate bids also The bid was let with three Fund Grant, which contributed $877,188; let: Alternate #1, which components. Whittaker Street the Local Revenue Sharing Board (LRSB), is for improvements to (Buffalo to Mechanic), including which contributed $815,262; the Water East Merchant Street from Maintenance Fund, which contributed West Merchant to Barton streets, Whittaker to Thompson streets $466,240 and the Sewer Fund (bond is the main/base component of the and Alternate #2, which is for proceeds), which contributed $634,741. reconstruction project. Two alternate North Whittaker Street from bids also let: Alternate #1, which is for Costs that are associated with the the railroad tracks to Water streetscape finishes, which has not yet improvements to East Merchant Street Street. from Whittaker to Thompson streets been shown, are still to be determined. and Alternate #2, which is for North Those additional costs will cover light Whittaker Street from the railroad tracks to Water Street. fixtures, benches, landscaping and other enhancements.

The project includes total infrastructure and utility Project engineering costs are also a separate fee. The total service replacement, as well as new wider sidewalks, bike projected construction costs for Phase Two are estimated to lanes, curbs, street pavement, lighting and streetscapes be $2,793,431.00. finishes.

The repaving of interior and residential streets, which was made possible with last November’s bond approval, The bids received by the city are as follows: will be the next project for the council and city to The low bidder was Pajay Construction of New Buffalo undertake. Abonmarche and the city staff will be reviewing with a Base bid of $1,600,106. Alternate #1 is $125,765 and prioritizing which streets will be recommended to the (East Merchant Street) and Alternate # 2 is $49,971 (North City Council for repaving in the first phase of the Capital Whittaker Street from the railroad tracks to Water Street).

Improvement Plan (CIP), or street improvement project.

The total bid is $ 1,775,842.00.

According to Richards, the street recommendation will Kalin Construction of Sodus Township, Michigan, be reviewed at the Oct. 17 council meeting. Following a submitted a base bid of $1,695,871. Alternate #1 is decision by the council, that project will be fine-tuned and $136,440 (East Merchant Street) and Alternate # 2 is bids will be let in, with work possibly starting in the spring $35,472 (North Whittaker Street from railroad tracks to or early summer.

Water Street). The total bid is $1,867,783.00.

“A lot of people deserve a lot of credit for moving all of Selge Construction of Niles, Michigan, submitted a base these projects forward, when it seemed impossible,” said bid of $2,291,352. Alternate #1 is $217,145 (East Merchant Richards.

Street) and Alternate # 2 is $30,194 (North Whittaker To review all city plans, visit the website www.

Street from railroad tracks to Water Street). The total bid is cityofnewbuffalo.org and click under “City Projects” at the $2,538,691.00 top left side of the home page.

Rieth-Riley of Lansing, Michigan, submitted a base bid

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hree Oaks’ water and sewer system was the main focus during the Village Council’s September 13 meeting. Near the start of the meeting, Village Manager Mike Green recommended the Council vote to increase water and sewer rates by $3.

Village President David Grosse explained that the sewer rates pay the bonds the village used to make improvements to the system. Over time, he said, the bond principle creeps up and rates must be increased to cover payments.

Village Councilman John Pappa asked why the rates hadn’t been gradually increased over time to avoid leaving water customers with a sudden, sizable increase. Grosse said when the sewer project was planned it was understood that an increase would be needed every two to three years to make the bond payments, however, he said, each time an Village President David Grosse increase was proposed, it was explained that the sewer rates rejected. He added there has not pay the bonds the village used been an increase to the ready-toto make improvements to the serve rate since 2002. system. Over time, he said, the Councilmember Troy Zebel bond principle creeps up and asked how long the new rate would be enough to cover the bond rates must be increased to cover payments. Village Councilman payments. Grosse said he expected John Pappa asked why the rates the rate to last three or four years hadn’t been gradually increased but realistically the village should over time to avoid leaving water evaluate costs every year. customers with a sudden, sizable The Council voted 7-0 to increase. Grosse said when the increase the sewer ready-to-serve sewer project was planned it rate to $21 starting in January was understood that an increase 2018. A public hearing will be would be needed every two to held October 11, at 7 p.m. on the three years to make the bond increase. payments, however, he said, each Green also informed the council time an increase was proposed, it that Moore & Bruggink, the firm was rejected. He added there has evaluating the village’s wastewater not been an increase to the readysystem’s capacity, had offered to to-serve rate since 2002. collect and analyze the three-week sample of the sewer pond main intake at a cost of $5500. If the village chooses to collect its own samples and send them to another lab, Green said, it will likely set work back several weeks as they find and contact a sampler. Grosse said the DEQ will likely require such a test and having it done by Moore & Bruggink would keep costs down. Zebel asked how frequently the DEQ would require testing and Pappa, who is Operator for Bridgman’s Water and Sewer Department, said test frequency would depend on the quality of samples.

The Council approved Moore & Bruggink’s three-week sampling.

With new personnel expected in the next few years, the Council considered a proposed contract to have Severn Trent do an overview of the water and street departments to help review and set guidelines and establish succession plans.

Pappa and John Kramer questioned the need for an outside party to determine department procedures. Green said the firm would offer an unbiased analysis and see if there were more efficient ways to do things. The Council voted 6-1 to approved the $2700 contract with Pappa dissenting. Before the vote Councilmember Darlene Heemstra stated she once worked for a subsidiary of Severn Trent but was told that did not create a conflict of interest.

The Council also approved a contract with Trendset Communications to eliminate the dedicated phone line between the water plant and water department, replacing it with a radio circuit. Green said the $11000 contract is expected to save the village $1200 per month.

The Council approved the annual transfer of twenty-five percent of the major streets fund revenue to the local street fund. Grosse said this would ensure smaller streets in the village get maintenance and improvements.

Wurstfest is set for September 30 and the Council approved the DDA’s request for a temporary liquor license.

McKenna and Associates has offered a training seminar for council and board members for $1200. Grosse said it would be worth the cost if there were enough participants. No date has been set yet.

Gene Svebakken has been appointed to a term on the Zoning Board of Appeals.

Trick or Treat in the village will be Saturday, October 28 from 4 to 6 p.m. Large item pick up will be October 14, with the Three Oaks Masonic Lodge providing manpower and Lakeshore Recycling providing equipment. A list of accepted materials will be available from the village.

Before the meeting ended, Janet Ciccarelli of The Pokagon Fund gave the Council a brief report on the fund’s recent activity. She said the Fund has been working with River Valley schools on a literacy program and is creating a program to focus on poverty reduction by helping those in need find resources.

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VOTE THE ROAD...

hikaming Township is a great place to live, work and visit.

We need to keep it that way by investing in our roads.

The local roads in Chikaming Township are deteriorating so fast that many will be on the verge of becoming gravel roads!

Although the Berrien County Road Commission is responsible for maintaining Chikaming Township’s 21 miles of primary roads and 41 miles of local roads, the Road Commission has insufficient funds.

As a result, the Township is left with the task of funding the repair and maintenance of 41 miles of local roads.

We believe it is time for Chikaming Township to vote in a road millage devoted exclusively to the repair and maintenance of our local roads.

Ten other townships in Berrien County already have their own road millage similar to our proposal.

All funds raised by our Township road millage will remain in Chikaming and will be controlled by Chikaming.

Now is the time for the residents of Chikaming Township to end the bumps, potholes, patches on patches, bent rims, chipped windshields, broken pavement in front yards, the cost of car/truck repairs for alignments/shocks/tires, and reduced property values.

We need good roads. Our farmers need them. Our businesses need them.

Our visitors and tourists need them.

Our property values need them. Our battered trucks and cars need them. And, we deserve them. We urge Chikaming voters to vote vote YES on November 7th in support of the 1 mil levy for the next six years That’s an investment of less than $9 a month (if your house is valued at $200,000) to improve the safety and quality of YOUR roads.

— NEIGHBORS FOR BETTER ROADS: BOB BEEMER; MARY BROWN; TOM HACKLEY; JERRY KOHN; AMY MADER; LOUIS PRICE; ANGELA REICHERT; JOANNE SIMS; STEVE SMITH; GARY WOOD

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nion Pier hosted an Eclipse Stamp Event on August 21, 2017, which morphed into a complete festival. I was there representing The Post Office.

On behalf of the event coordinator, I would like to thank the vendors who

participated: Black Current Bakery, with all of their astronomically inspired cookies and cupcakes. Nani’s at the Beach for their marvelous muffins, including eclipse muffins. Beach Break Jewelry with beautiful works of beach glass art and jewelry, T &T Stamps for showing people all of the gorgeous stamps, different things to collect and starting some new stamp collectors on their way. Two TieDye Mama’s with the ultra-cool eclipse tie-dyed t-shirts that were only offered at the event and Karen Doherty from Designer Cottagescapes, with all of her sun, moon and space inspired items for the discerning house.

A big thank you to the volunteer help, Helen Zuckerman and Kathy Kouba for keeping an eye on the muffins and helping with parking. Mike Shuler for mowing the field, killing a million bees, setting up and taking down tents and too much to list it all. Moss Motoworks, the Post Office’s next door neighbor, who opened up his parking lot for cars.

Vance Price and Mary Cooper, science teachers from New Buffalo Schools, for coming over on short notice, bringing a humongous telescope to watch the eclipse with, and giving a presentation of the eclipse. I’ll bet nobody else has a telescope like that at their disposal. Talk about a View! A very big thank you to Bob and Chelle Medow for activities for the kids (adult participated as much as kids) and for contacting the teachers to come out. Because of the Medows, our community got to use the telescope for some truly wonderful views of the eclipse.

My biggest Thank You to the people of Union Pier and those attending the Eclipse Stamp Event. You were the ones who made the event the wonderful day and great success that it ended up being.

We all came together as a community; shared eclipse glasses, welding glasses, box cameras and a really big telescope to make sure EVERYONE got to share in this event. I might have gotten this event started, but the Union Pier community is the one who REALLY made it great!

Thank you for attending. To those of you who tool picture, please make copies and bring them to me at the Post Office in union Pier. I want you all to know how humble and honored, and I mean honored, I am to be your Postmistress.

—S UE SANSON POSTMISTRESS UNION PIER POST OFFICE UNION PIER, MI 49129

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Three Oaks’ sesquicentennial comes to a sweeping finish

he Village of Three Oaks’ summer long 150th birthday party came to a celebratory close in downtown Three Oaks Saturday, Sept. 16.

Since mid-July, the village has been marking its sesquicentennial with a series of special events taking place for five weekends, from teas to talent shows to Civil War skirmish reenactments. The party culminated with a traditional parade down South Elm Street, which included local royalty, tractors, floats with replicas of Three Oaks historic buildings and American Legion Post 204 and Three Oaks Masonic Lodge 239 members. The parade was followed by a ceremony in the parking lot on the corner of Elm and Oaks streets, during which residents watched the unveiling of a bronze bust statue of E.K. Warren.

A History Tea Party and Fashion Show in Dewey Cannon Park kicked off Saturday’s parade and ceremony. Local woman dressed in period clothing strolled the stage in front of the Three Oaks Arts and Education Center to a dressed-up crowd enjoying tea and dainty treats. Winners of the contest for the following categories were: Laurie Koehler, Best Day Wear; Teri Schowalter, Best Accessory (for her black shawl) and Overall and Winner; Kelly Moore, Best Fancy Dress and Dolores Sittig, Best Bonnet.

In between announcing the winners of the respective categories, Priscilla Hellenga gave thanks to her hometown. While she said that’s strayed from it a few times throughout

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the years, she’s always found herself was deeded by the Warren family to coming back to Three Oaks. Now, she’s Chikaming Township in 1922. Also, here to stay.

Warren himself developed Warren “It’s a great place to grow up and it’s Dunes State Park. a great place to Before the grow old,” she official unveiling, said.

Allen Turner read Residents a poem by Elise heard more Paschen, “On the praises of their Sesquicentenary home from of Three Oaks.”

Village Council Paschen served as President the poet laureate David Grosse of Three Oaks. during the E.K. According Warren statue to Grosse, it ceremony. The “seemed like statue bust was 100 volunteers” made by sculptor had jumped Brent Harris, onboard to plan who also owns the village’s Allen Turner reads a poem the Alchemist sesquicentennial from Elise Paschen Sculpture Factory celebration. in Kalamazoo, Planning for it Michigan, began last July, and was when those who commissioned by were interested the village and in helping were funded by private invited to meet donations. at the village hall A Three Oaks in the evenings. resident and Special thanks philanthropist were given to and industrialist, Janet Blake, Warren had who made the a prominent handouts and influence the brochures that village and the were distributed surrounding area. at events, and Members of Three Oaks Masonic Lodge 239 For example, Steve LaGattuta, march down South Elm Street nearby Cherry who made the Beach in Harbert logo. Neither

Three Oaks Village President David Grosse gazes at the newly dedicated E.K. Warren bust statue Tractors ride in the parade down South Elm Street

Helen Donner rides a tractor pulling a replica of the Donner Farms Barn

Three Oaks royalty waves to the crowd down South Elm Street

Blake nor LaGattuta “charged a nickel” for their services, Grosse said. He also encouraged everyone to buy a copy of the book, “Charlotte and the Little Town of Three Oaks,” which was written by Amanda Layman and illustrated by Cathy Zeiger and was on sale at a booth in the parking lot.

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rosse also drew attention to the numerous businesses who served as event sponsors for the sesquicentennial events, and he encouraged residents to show their thanks for their support.

“Go into their stores and spend a dollar or two – because it wouldn’t have gotten done without these guys,” he said.

Grosse added that they were still compiling items for the time capsule, and he encouraged residents to donate their own items and letters to it if they have not already done it. He recalled the opening of their last time capsule, when “tears were rolling down the cheeks” of children as they read the letters that their parents wrote to them.

“To me, that’s what it’s all about,” he said.

Perhaps one of the rewards of working for so many months, Grosse added, was getting to know people whom he knew but didn’t “know were such great people.”

“That was one of the best things about working on the sesquicentennial,” he said.

“But that’s Three Oaks,” he added, “so I shouldn’t be surprised.”

Fashion Show contestants decked out in period clothing line the stage in front of the Arts and Education Center

A John Deere tractor makes its way down South Elm Street

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Wailing’s vast knowledge of herbal care and advice delights all of her first-time customers. They are more impressed when they see the results of an all-natural herb for various problems with their skin and a myriad of maladies, a result of Wailing’s decades of knowledge on giving comfort and on healing.

In her dedication to improve and advance her service to the public, Wailing has retained a professional medium who will be at her charming store. Juana Gracia will be available for appointments at the store from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1.

Gracia has been in the profession for a quarter century, and is fluent in 10 languages. She majored in World Religions at Loyola University in Chicago.

A quintessential professional who is totally “user friendly,” Gracia exudes with energy and enthusiasm in her endeavors. She also has a natural sense and insight into human nature with whomever she meets. Gracia is a revered medium, who identifies the roots of your concerns and guides you to a startling self-paradigm.

Appointments can be made by calling 574-341-9087. There is a $60 fee for those who are meeting Gracia for an appointment only. Refreshments will be provided. The store is located at 15980 Red Arrow Highway in Union Pier. — LAWRENCE VON EBELER

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From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

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he Curse of the Billy Goat began in 1945 when the Cubs decided to remove William Sianis and his pet goat Murphy from Wrigley Field during game four of the World Series. The goat was stinking up the place and the fans were complaining, so the team threw them out of the park. Mr. Sianis was so angry that he reportedly said the Cubs would never win again. That curse finally ended last year.

Or so Cub fans thought.

Last week, the Brewers came to town and swept the Cubs in a three game series, and Cub fans everywhere wondered if the curse had really ended. The Mets and the Cardinals were coming to town, and fans were getting nervous. I’m not usually superstitious, but I must admit that I was beginning to wonder myself. Six games and six victories later, all of our fears had been extinguished. The Cubs swept the Mets and the Cardinals and, with just a couple of weeks remaining in the regular season, seem ready to reach the playoffs for the third straight year.

On the other side of town, the White Sox came within one out of being no hit on Sunday. I keep telling my friends who are Sox fans to trust the process. Every game the team loses this year gets them one step closer to acquiring a great draft choice next year. With the great trades the team made this season, they should be ready to contend in the near future. The White Sox followed the lead of a few other teams including the Cubs and went all in on a youth movement. They traded some good major leaguers for a slew of youngsters with great potential. When the smoke clears, the Sox could be great. I remember years ago when New York had a city series.

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have a city series right here in Chicago?

Turning to football, the beginning of the season has been extremely difficult. The Bears played very well in their opener but fell flat on their faces in their second game. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers dominated the Bears, beating them like a rented mule. The team regressed, turning the ball over on numerous occasions and committing costly penalties. The season, which had started with such promise, looks bleak after only two games. Let’s hope the Bears can turn it around and put a representative team on the field for the rest of the season. Personally, my fantasy football team is off to an 0-2 start also. My team lost by one point both weeks, and together with the Bears’ misfortunes, I’m afraid this football season is going to be a very long one. Thank goodness for the Cubs and the Blackhawks.

Mark Cuban said, “I think one of the biggest curses in the U.S. is that we have only two political parties.” Be careful out there. Make good choices.

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

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he City of New Buffalo is without a police chief following the September 19 City Council meeting, when the Council voted to accept a separation agreement from Police Chief Larry Pitchford.

The agreement pays Pitchford for all accrued leave. A new chief has not been named but Sergeant Jason Grimmet is currently acting chief.

During the public comments segment of the meeting prior to the Council’s acceptance of the separation, some residents voiced support for Pitchford, who has been on administrative leave. Resident Jen Deadman told the council they and City Manager David Richards did not have enough experience to dismiss Pitchford, who has been on the police force for forty years. Susan Gotfried also objected. “I really feel politics have been playing into the decision to dismiss the police chief.”

Berrien County Commissioner Ezra Scott said he had heard the City told Pitchford the police department is “moving in another direction.” He said as a county commissioner he needs to be aware of any changes to law enforcement policy.

Frank LaPierre of Wightman & Associates gave a brief presentation on the SAW (Stormwater, Asset Management and Wastewater) grant asset management plan, which evaluated the city’s storm water and wastewater system and identified needed improvements.

LaPierre said overall the system is “in pretty good shape” and the proposed capital improvement plan would cost the city just over $1 million over 20 years, which is low compared to the sanitary system’s $10.2 million replacement value. The plan includes technology to predict and track maintenance on the system.

City Manager David Richards said the state awarded New Buffalo’s SAW grant in 2014 and an asset management plan needs to be submitted by October 20. The Council voted to accept the plan as presented.

Following a presentation from Mark Morphey of Abonmarche, the Council accepted a bid from PayJay Construction for Whittaker Street Phase II. Morphey said the bid contract requires pedestrian access to all businesses and residences during construction, and the street to be opened to two-way vehicle traffic whenever construction stops. Later in the meeting, Mayor Lou O’Donnell said a capital improvement plan meeting will take place in the next two weeks, now that the Phase II costs are known. He said his goal is to repair Clay Street.

The Council had a second reading of Ordinance 222, which repeals the business and taxi licensing ordinances.

Approval of the site plan for Converge Church’s planned parking lot expansion was removed from the evening’s agenda. Resident and former Planning Commissioner Ray Kirkus said he was glad that the item had been removed, saying the Planning Commission had not properly approved the site plan.

The Council awarded the city’s wrecker service contract to Roger’s Wrecker Service. Richards said several towing companies had been contacted but only Roger’s submitted a bid. He also said Roger’s has made progress in addressing issues on their lot and he is confident improvements will continue.

The City will advertise for proposals for assessing services, electrical, mechanical and plumbing inspection and plan review and inspection services. Richards said the assessment contract with Chuck Sittig expires in January 2018 and there are no contracts between the city and the other current service providers.

The Council also voted to sell city surplus equipment to the highest bidder. A compressor originally included in the surplus items would be retained for city use.

Rail Safety Week is September 24 through 30 and O’Donnell signed a proclamation recognizing the week and encouraging citizens to reduce train accidents involving vehicles and pedestrians. O’Donnell presented the proclamation to Detective Brian Poynton of the Amtrak Police Department.

During the public comment portion of the meeting, Connor Baker asked the Council to consider opting into Michigan’s medical marijuana facilities act. He said he is a medical marijuana caregiver and has seen the pain relief provided from use and has also seen patients have to rely on unsafe sources. Baker said he wants to open a facility using state approved sources.

O’Donnell said the council had discussed the act and decided not to act until it is clear how the state legislators will vote.

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OBITUARIES Donald Frank Schulz

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onald Frank Schulz, 85, of Franklin, NC, passed away Monday, July 24, 2017. He was born in Chicago, IL, the son of the late Edward and Renial Troost Schulz. He was a US Air Force Veteran and had worked as a foreman for Bethlehem Steel. He was Lutheran by faith.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Mary Schulz and three sons, Lawrence Schulz, Roger Schulz and Rodney Schulz.

He is survived by his daughters, Catherine Trepany, Deborah Pokorny, Christine Schulz, Sharon Schulz, Joanne Bielaczyc and Jennifer Holm; ten grandchildren and six great‑grandchildren.

A celebration of life will take place October 3 at 3 p.m. at 1126 Shore Drive, New Buffalo, Michigan 49117.

Bryant‑Grant Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Schulz family. Online condolences may be made at www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com.

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n celebration of the harvest in Southwest Michigan, the New Buffalo Business Association will host the 12th annual Harvest and Wine Festival from noon until 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, at Lions Beachfront Park along the lakefront in downtown New Buffalo.

This one-day event boasts award-winning wines from regional vineyards, along with craft beers and hard-ciders, under one roof. It will feature more than 50 vendors and live bands throughout the day, as well as ongoing children’s activities. The event is tented, so guests can come out and stay all day come rain or shine.

Tastings and wine by the glass will be available from more than 18 regional wineries, six craft brews and six hard ciders. Participating wineries are: 12 Corners Vineyards, Baroda Founders Wine Cellar, Domaine Berrien Cellars, Free Run Cellars, Lazy Ballerina Winery, Round Barn Winery, Tabor Hill Winery, Lemon Creek Winery, Warner Vineyards, Burgdorf’s Winery, White Pine Winery, Vineyard 2121, St. Julian Wine Company, Cody Kresta Winey, Fenn Valley Vineyards, Cogdal Vineyards and Lake Michigan Vintners. Cider will be from Crane’s Pie Pantry Restaurant & Winery and Blake’s Hard Cider Co. Participating breweries are Round Barn Brewery & Public House and Tapistry Brewing Craft. Soda will be from Fruitbelt.

Children’s activities will include a bounce house, pumpkin painting and face painting.

Vendors attending the event will be offering handcrafted goods, food products and produce for guests to purchase, such as Amish cheeses, dips, mums, homemade honey and jams, oils and vinegar, chocolate, caramel corn and caramel apples. Handcraft artists will be selling handcrafted jewelry, lotions/oils, clothing, photography, wine accessories, yard art, blown glass, leather goods, lamps/pillows and other great items.

Food vendors and confectioners, along with nonalcoholic beverages and apple cider, will also be available.

The following is the live music line-up: noon, Johnny V; 1 p.m., Eillott and Joel; 3 p.m., WYSIWYG; 5 p.m., The Newport’s and 7p.m. will be the headliner, PS Dump Your Boyfriend.

Event sponsors are Four Winds Casino, Coldwell Banker, Meridian Title, The Stray Dog Bar & Grill, and Fusion Design Group.

There will be a $5 per adult entrance fee. Children 12 and under are free. For continued updates, follow the festival on Facebook at facebook.com/ newbuffaloharvestwinefest. — STAFF REPORTS

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FOR RENT

STORAGE BARN 20 Ft. x 60 Ft. Storage Unit.

Pull Thru Bay, 2 – 14 Ft. doors, insulated, renter can heat. $575 per month. State Road 39 Storage. Available July 10.

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NEW BUFFALO Apt. Large 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 2nd floor, water incl.

No Smoking, no pets $575/mo.

Contact 269-612-2889.

NEW BUFFALO House 3 bedroom, 1 bath completely remodeled, all appliances and central air. No smoking. No pets. $875/mo.

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4 bedroom home 2 bath.

Available until May 13. $1500 with utilities.

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NEW BUFFALO 5 bedroom 2 bath home on large wooded lot. Walkable to town and beach. Detached 2 car garage and storage shed. Central heat and air conditioning. $1275 + utilities.

Call Diane 312-480-9530

NEW BUFFALO WINTER RENTAL 3 bedroom, 2 bath house. $1,100/per month.

No pets. No Smoking.

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NEW BUFFALO 2 BOAT SLIPS AVAILABLE 35 Ft. South Cove slip and 30 Ft. Mooring slip. Each slip has full amenities available for the season. Includes; Water, electric, dock box, pool, restrooms with showers and a parking space. Cable and Wi-Fi is also available for a fee.

For information, call Tom at 630-638-0608.

WANT TO BUY

We buy junk cars and trucks with a title. We pay top dollar.

Call 574-532-0545.

FOR SALE

NEW BUFFALO TOWNHOME AND BOAT SLIP Recently updated, 2 Bedroom.

1.5 bath, Roof Top Deck, attch. 1 car garage and a 50 Ft. Boat Slip adjacent to the unit. Located on the harbor, with a gated community, with a community swimming pool.

Price Reduced to $268,000.

Available immediately.

For information or to schedule a showing call 219-796-5514.

5500 Watt Generac Generator 11 horsepower, output 230 volts, 110 volts or 12 volts. Generac engine, AC circuit breakers on each circuit. Runs all night on one 5 gal fill of gasoline. Great for contractors or homeowners.

Wheels out, air cooled, excellent condition. Made in the USA. New $1,200 asking $500.

Call 219-778-2708.

HELP WANTED

CARING DRIVERS WANTED Transport people to pre-scheduled medical appointments in Berrien County and beyond. Must have reliable 4-door vehicle, cell phone and access to internet or fax. Great way to supplement social security, disability or a pension income.

(989) 871-2289

ROOFING AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY SEEKING FULL TIME ROOFING AND SIDING INSTALLERS AND LABORERS Three years experience and valid drivers license required.

Qualifying applicants.

Call Sarah at 219-363-6151.

LAKESIDE HOUSEKEEPER Seeking an experienced housekeeper one full day per week. Please have local references and be willing to do dishes, laundry, organization etc.

Text or call 574-849-7383.

FULL/PART-TIME MASSAGE THERAPISTS We are looking for full/part-time massage therapists and nail technicians.

Please call 269-469-9111 if you are interested.

HOUSEKEEPER WANTED New Buffalo home, 3 days a week, 4 hours per day, $10 per hour. Assume all household responsibilities. A background check will be required.

For information, call Dana 219-847-7777.

NEW BUFFALO Lawn Service crew openings.

Call 269-469-2340

WANTED: Live-in couple or a single for long term employment to assist with the household duties.

Must speak good English, possess a valid driver’s license, and willing to travel with the couple.Beautiful live-in private quarters, and many benefits.

Serious prospects only to be interviewed.

630-325-7044 or 630-981-1450.

HOUSE MANAGER Organized, friendly, professional in NB area. $25K pay. Handles rentals, repairs, accounting, and marketing. Email applications to:NewBuffHouse@gmail.com.

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Responsible, compassionate lady looking for caregiver positon.

Please call 269-479-5833.

SERVICES

FISH FOR STOCKING Most Varieties For Pond Lakes Call Laggis’ Fish Farm 269-628-2056 DAYS 269-624-6215 EVENINGS.

BRIAN’S DETAILING Have a dirty car? Why not have someone come to you. Have your car vacuumed washed and waxed for a shiny sparkling car every time!

Call Brian at 219-841-2620

DRAWING CLASSES Ron Ferguson’s Kids’ Drawing Class.

Saturday’s from 2-4p.m.

Elsie Earl Studios, 200 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo.

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IT HAPPENED IN WRIGLEY

BY KEVIN MURRAY | EDITED BY SARAH NOE

mma raised the glass over the doughnuts and took out another one, then placed it in front of Jack and gave him another napkin.

“This doughnut is on me. Well, like I said, not but a little while ago, this woman came in here. She’s the wife of a regular customer.

Actually, they both come in here a lot. She comes in shaking and said-, ’That no good so and so husband of mine, he’s been seein’ this floozy on the side.’ Well, she knows how much he loves the CUBS. She takes these two tickets out of her purse and hands ‘em to me. She says, ’Emma, you go find someone nice and go to the game. And make sure you have a good time for me. That’ll piss off that no good husband of mine, so have fun.’ She just handed me the tickets and walked out laughing.”

Emma leaned in over the counter and whispered to Jack, “I get off at noon. We can walk to the stadium; it’s only a block away. Meet me in front.”

Jack said, “Okay, thanks, I’ll see you in a few.” and pulled a silver dollar out of his pocket. He placed it on the counter. As he was getting up, Emma grabbed the silver dollar and looked at it.

“Wow, an 1880 Silver Dollar! The check is only 35 cents.”

“Keep the change. I’ll meet you at noon.” Jack walked out, and as he pushed the door, he glanced back, Emma was watching him. They both smiled.

Jack knew a few silver dollars wouldn’t get very far, even with inflation. He needed a pawn shop.

He looked at his watch. “Jeez, I could get enough to last a year if I just hocked my watch. I have a few hours yet.” Jack looked across the street and saw a bar. It said “Open” in the window. Ten o’clock in the morning and a bar was open. That’s Chicago for you.” Doesn’t seem to have changed a bit Jack thought.

He walked across the street. Inside, the bar, was dark, and a couple of guys were playing pool; others were sitting at a table. One of the guys playing pool was wearing an army uniform. He was bending over to take a shot and missed.

Jack headed to the bar. The bartender was a tall guy, in his fifties wearing a crisp white shirt with garters on his sleeves. Jack walked up and said. “Is it too early to get a beer?”

The bartender answered, “Mister, I don’t where you’re from, but we’ve been open for four hours already.”

“Okay, then give me a Bud.” “BUD? Ha! We don’t serve that beer in here.

We’re not THAT kind of bar. In here it’s Schlitz, or whisky. What’s it gonna be?”

Jack fidgeted, his skin crawling with unwanted stares from the other patrons. “Schlitz, I’ll have a Schlitz. Okay with you?”

“Fine by me.” The bartender poured a draft and placed the glass in front of Jack. “That’ll be ten cents, unless, of course, you want to run a tab. You

look like you could afford it.” seen these before, just not a gold one, didn’t know “Fine, I’ll run a tab.” Jack walked over to the they made them like this. He seemed kind of nosey pool table area to watch the game. The soldier ‘” That watch was a present from my grandfather was grabbing his pool stick when a guy from the when I took over his business, so I don’t know back said. “Hey, it’s my turn!” He loomed up from exactly what he paid, but I think it’s well over eight behind with an arm cocked back, about to hit the thousand dollars.” soldier over the head with a beer mug.

“Get out of here! No watch is worth that amount.

Jack grabbed a pool cue and smacked the guy on Seems to me you have no clue what things are the back of the head. He went down flat. worth. I’ll tell you what. I’ll give you five hundred The soldier never saw it and kept playing. The right now, ‘cause I like you. I mean, you saved soldier turned and looked at Jack. “Can you move? that soldier’s life over there for one. I’ll write you You’re in my light.” a ticket and give you 30 days. You come pick up Jack said. “Yeah, right, sure thing, sorry.” your watch, give me the ticket and six hundred The bartender called Jack over to the bar. “Hey bucks, and you get your watch back. Sound fair?

Mister, I seen what you just did. That was very That’s better than the pawn shop would do. That, patriotic. Beers are on the house for you today, and don’t forget your drinks are on me, and I’ll heck, this week if you’re in the area. “ even make a burger for you if you want, all on the “Thanks,” said Jack. “I appreciate that, but I house.” wasn’t doing it to be patriotic. But what I don’t understand is why the soldier didn’t flinch. He ack, stared at his watch sitting on the bar. must have some great nerves.

His options were frustratingly limited.

“Nerves, that has nothing to do with it. That guy, “Okay Pete, you got a deal.” Jack and the Captain Jim Mulvey. He’s from the 37th Infantry bartender shook hands. The bartender Division under the command of Maj. General wrote up the deal and gave Jack five Robert Beightler. Well, he just got back from the hundred dollars. battle of Luzon on the way to Jack put the money is his Manilla. A mortar shell went pants pocket and said. “Pete, “Nerves, that has nothing to off right next to him, killed I have another matter maybe do with it. That guy, Captain his buddy. He took some you can help me with.”

Jim Mulvey. He’s from the shrapnel in his neck, lost his “If it has to do with money, 37th Infantry Division under peripheral vision, and 80% of I’m almost tapped out.” the command of Maj. General his hearing. See those ribbons “No, it hasn’t anything to do Robert Beightler. Well, he just and medals. One of ‘em is a with money, I‘m looking for got back from the battle of the Billy Goat Tavern.”

Purple Heart. Guy’s a real Luzon on the way to Manilla.

“That old piece of crap bar? hero in my book.

A mortar shell went off right Why would you or anyone “That’s some story. A next to him, killed his buddy. want to go there?” wounded Vet. I’ll tell you He took some shrapnel in “I need to see the owner.” what. I want to buy him a his neck, lost his peripheral “Well, it’s right near the beer. By the way the other guy vision, and 80% of his hearing.

Chicago Stadium, just off is a moron.”

See those ribbons and medals.

Madison Avenue.

Word is the “You hit the nail on the One of ‘em is a Purple Heart. guy keeps a goat in the bar. head. He’s a deadbeat. Guy Guy’s a real hero in my book.

Hey, you want to go there, go Hasn’t paid me in weeks. But right ahead.” sorry, no can do on the drinks.

“Thanks for the info, Pete. Can I get a cup of As long as I own this bar, Captain Mulvey will coffee?” Jack stood at the bar, watched the men never have to buy another beer when he comes play pool for another hour and talked with Pete here.” until it was time to go meet with Emma.

“That’s really nice, I mean it.” Jack leaned over Jack left the bar and walked across the street to and said, “Say, do you know where I might find a the coffee shop. Emma was standing outside next pawn shop?” to the door and waved to him.

“Yeah, a couple miles down on Clark. Tell the “Hey, Emma!” called Jack as he waved back. guy that Pete sent you; that way he won’t rip “Hey to you, too,” said Emma. “I wasn’t sure you you off. But hey, before you go there, maybe I would show up. I mean, I asked you out on a date: could help you. What is it you want to hock? Not it’s usually the other way around.” that ugly coat, I hope.” Jack was wearing his “Not just any date. It’s the World Series. You’d Grandfather’s camel hair coat. Nobody ever liked have to drag me away kicking and screaming from it, except Jack and his grandfather. this. One thing, after the game, I have to run over “No, not the coat, but I do have this watch.” He to the Billy Goat Tavern, it’s just over near the took off his watch and handed it to the Bartender.

Stadium.”

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KEVIN MICHAEL MURRAY – Kevin is a writer, actor and voice-over artist. Some of the movies he has been involved in were made right here in SW Michigan -The Middle Distance and Fang. Since taking a writing class with the Sandcastle Writers at The Lubeznik Art Center in Michigan City, he has completed many short stories and a few screen plays. With the tremendous editing skills of Sara Noe, he has completed a fictional short story that he had been writing for over five years. It Happened At Wrigley is a story about how the CUBS curse was actually removed allowing them to obtain their first World Series victory since 1908.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

COL supporters come out to annual Barn Benefit

NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP SNOW PLOWING BIDS New Buffalo Township will be accepting bids for snowplowing for the 2017-2018 through the 2020-2021 winter season.

Specifics are as follows: (3) Locations: New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Hwy. Fire Station #1, 17655 E. Clay Street.

Fire Station #2, 19001 U.S. Hwy. 12.

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ranor Farm in Chikaming Township served as host for the eighth annual Barn Benefit to raise money to help support Chikaming Open Lands Saturday, Sept. 16. Guests enjoyed appetizers prepared

by Froelich’s Bakery and Deli and had a chance to peruse a silent auction before the live auction began. For 18 years, the natural beauty of Harbor Country has been protected and preserved through the efforts of COL. More than a dozen preserves have been established from donated or purchased land. Saturday night supporters came out to ensure that current and future preserves are available for years to come, as all proceeds from the benefit will help COL preserve the area’s natural beauty.

Christian and Jennifer Siewert

Stacey LaRocco and Olivia Searfoss

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he New Buffalo Service League kicked off the 2017/2018 season with an installation of officers and a dinner meeting at the New Buffalo Yacht Club Wednesday, Sept. 13.

Officers sworn in for the coming year are: President Mary Jane Evans, Vice President Barb Coffman, Corresponding Secretary Joan Putzke, Recording Secretary Sherri Kerhoulas Corresponding Secretary, and Treasurer Irene Brinkman.

At the meeting, Arts and Craft Show Chair Nancy Gino discussed plans for the annual show, which will be held Saturday, Oct. 21, in the New Buffalo High School gymnasiums and cafeteria. She announced that more than 100 venders with hand-crafted items will be participating. Service League members will also hold their annual bake sale and luncheon where, once again, their famous apple slices will be available on a first come, first served basis. The proceeds from the show benefit scholarships for New Buffalo High School graduates.

The New Buffalo Service League was originally established in 1946 as the New Buffalo Junior Women’s Club. In 1964, the name was changed to New Buffalo Service League. In 1938, as the New Buffalo Women’s Club, the members established the original New Buffalo Public Library in the Buffalo Street School building (now the location of City Hall). In 1961, after being in numerous locations, the club acquired the former Three Oaks Bank building at 21 East Buffalo Street (now Adelaide’s) and the library moved into that location. In the early years, the library was run by Junior Women’s Club member volunteers.

The New Buffalo Service League is a perpetual, charitable, non-profit organization dedicated to providing an annual Mary Anne Frey Scholarship as well as additional scholarships to students from the New Buffalo Area Schools district. In addition, the Service League also provides needed funds, materials or assistance to various charitable endeavors throughout the Harbor Country community, such as the New Buffalo Halloween Parade, Blossom Learning Center, New Buffalo Sports, Inc. Michiana Humane Society, New Buffalo Rocket Football, Junior Achievement, Berrien County Cancer Society and community beautification projects. The majority of the funds needed to sustain the donations are raised through the annual Arts and Craft Fair and other fundraising efforts throughout the year.

The organization meets on the second Wednesday evening of the month from September through May at area restaurants. Membership is open to women of all ages. Anyone interested in attending a meeting or joining the organization is invited to contact any current member or Gino at 269-469-1364.

Specifications: Parking Lots and most Driveways are concrete & asphalt.

Township Parking Lots should be plowed when 3 inches deep and must be plowed by 8:00 a.m.

Fire Stations must be accessible 24 hours a day and should be plowed when snow is 2 inches deep.

Salting only as needed and requested.

Township Hall requires building sidewalks to be cleared as well.

Snow piles should be kept away from road ways and fire hydrants.

All bids must include a valid certificate of workers compensation, liability, and automobile insurance. Copies must cover contract period.

Sealed bids should be submitted to the New Buffalo Township Clerk’s office through October 15, 2017, 4:00 p.m.

STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY WATER RESOURCES DIVISION Kalamazoo District Office 7953 Adobe Road Kalamazoo, Michigan 49009-5025 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TAKE NOTICE that the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s (MDEQ) Water Resources Division (WRD) will hold a public hearing at the lower level of Grand Beach Village Hall, 48200 Perkins Boulevard, New Buffalo, Michigan 49423, on Thursday, October 5, 2017, at 7:00pm.

The purpose of this hearing is to secure the views of interested persons concerning the following application for permit: Application for site name 11-47013 LAKE VIEW AVENUENEW BUFFALO, (submittal number 2NP-S45H-MXJ5) under Part 325, Great Lakes Submerged Lands, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended, by Mr. James Denny, One North Wacker Drive, Suite 4125, Chicago, IL 60606. The applicant proposes installation of 105 linear feet of supplementary shoreline protection at 47013 Lake View Avenue, New Buffalo. A total of 800 cubic yards fill, consisting of backfill, mattress stone and armor stone is proposed, immediately lakeward of an existing steel sheetpile wall, in an area measuring 105 feet long by up to 28 feet wide. Of the total volume, approximately 600 cubic yards of material is proposed below and lakeward of the Ordinary High Water Mark of Lake Michigan. Temporary access to the construction site would utilize a combination of Royal Avenue and/or Walnut Avenue right-of-way, and barge.

No dredging is proposed. No mitigation is proposed. The project is located in T08S, R21W, Section 18, Village of Grand Beach, Berrien County, Michigan.

The application is available for review at the MDEQ Web site: https://miwaters.deq.state.mi.us/; at the MDEQ, WRD, Kalamazoo District Office 7953 Adobe Road, 350 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49009-5025; or by calling 269-567-3500. The public hearing record will remain open for ten days after the public hearing date. Any written comments to be submitted for the public hearing record must be received at this address on or before the close of the record.

The hearing will be held pursuant to Section 325.14(1) of the cited statute. The hearing will not be a legal proceeding, witnesses will not be sworn, and there will be no cross examination. Public hearings are primarily informational and are held to encourage the expression of views and presentation of facts.

The MDEQ will, upon written request, provide a copy of the MDEQ’s decision on this application.

MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Water Resources Division Date: September 13, 2017 NOTE: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in this meeting should call the telephone number listed above one week in advance to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance.

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HOROSCOPE SEPTEMBER 21-27, 2017

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES

MARCH 21—APRIL 19

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22

You are setting some pretty high standards for coworkers and friends this week, and it may be difficult for them to do a good job if you keep hounding them. Anything that isn’t up to this irrational standard will be very displeasing to you and could cause your stress levels to soar.

This is a great time to contemplate and strategize, and you’d be wise to keep things to yourself. It’s not that partners and family would stop you, you just need not be discouraged. You are beating to a different drum right now and your ideas are in their infantile. So, keep things hidden or on the down low.

TAURUS

SCORPIO

APRIL 20—MAY 20

OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21

You’d like to see a big change occur this week with partners or people that you rely on for sustenance or resources.

People who don’t get on board with your ideas will find you very impatient and moody. Unfortunately for them, you will have a strong sixth sense about where they are and how they feel about your ideas.

You’d like to reach out to old friends and take the lead in smoothing things over, but you may not be seeing things as clearly as you need to.

You may be living in a fantasy about who they really are. You fear they need some mothering, and might grow impatient with them if they don’t accept your help or follow your advice.

GEMINI

SAGITTARIUS

MAY 21—JUNE 21

NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21

Be cautious with parents or authority figures this week.

You will have a strong need for independence and will not tolerate being told how to live or how to handle your affairs. If problems persist and you feel thwarted by others you may leave or change residence to alleviate the issues.

Even though you have an orderly and idealized sense of home, you tend toward the nomadic this week. You will have no trouble heading out into the great unknown this week, and may even leave town without notifying anyone. This is your week to travel to unusual destinations, where you can explore and be on your own.

CANCER

CAPRICORN

JUNE 22—JULY 22

DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19

You can be very persuasive when the situation calls for it and can generally get what you want from others. This week be cautious you don’t manipulate or take things you know others really want or need. This is the time to embrace generosity and let others have the larger portions. Guard against pushing others too hard.

People are going to throw you for one strange loop this week. You will be trying to understand people’s motives and reasons, when there may not be anything to understand. That’s just how they are. Does a bear explain he is brown? No, he’s just brown, that’s just the way he is.

LEO

AQUARIUS

JULY 23—AUGUST 22

JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18

Social trends will spark an unusual response from you, and you just might cause a stir with some of your more forward ideas. You will feel very competitive which may lead you to be a bit impulsive. The problem isn’t that you’re competitive, it’s that you are focusing solely on the physical side of things.

Generally you can motivate yourself and can pat your own back, but sometimes it’s nice to get reassurance from others. Just be sure you are asking the right people for feedback. Turn to trusted friends rather than strangers or people you are competing with. Add structure to your ideas by brainstorming.

VIRGO

PISCES

AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22

You will be more confident, energetic and much more optimistic. It will be easy to use this vibe to increase your finances and career but you would do better using it to help others. Be more of a parental figure than the rich tycoon. Being there emotionally, rather than just being there financially will help build a stronger emotional foundation.

FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20

Quarrelsome relationships need not get you down this week. Do not give up private information to end arguments or shut people up. Hold your ground and keep things to yourself. If you refuse to engage and argue, then they can’t beat you down with negative talk or disruptive behavior.

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EVENTS

CITY OF NEW BUFFALO

POLICE BLOTTER SEPTEMBER 11-17, 2017 SEPTEMBER 11 NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency (x2) Berrien County Sherriff/Assist Other Agency Pokagon Tribal Police/Assist Other Agency General Assist/Fingerprints/NBAS Employment PBT Private Property Damage Accident (x2) SEPTEMBER 12 Suspicious Situation/Open Door SEPTEMBER 13 No Complaints SEPTEMBER 14 Abandoned Motor Vehicle (x4) Trespass Complaint Ordinance Violation/Dog at Large General Assist PBT False Alarm SEPTEMBER 15 Pokagon Tribal Police/Assist Other Agency Ordinance Violation/Noise Complaint SEPTEMBER 16 OWI 1st Offense False Alarm General Assist Welfare Check/Dogs in Car SEPTEMBER 17 Ordinance Violation/Noise Complaint DWLS 1st Offense Private Property Damage Ordinance Violation/Noise Complaint Medic 1/Assist Other Agency (x2) Pokagon Tribal Police/Assist Other Agency Welfare Check

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DAILY EVENTS

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

EVERY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY

TENNIS 10AM-12PM. NBHS Tennis Courts.

1112 W Clay St. New Buffalo.

Open play for adults. All levels welcome.

EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SUNDAY

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

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

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

All are welcome.

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

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

EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT IN SEPTEMBER

NILES SCREAM PARK 8PM-11PM. 101 Mayflower Rd. Exit 5 off the US 31 bypass. Niles. 269-687-FEAR. www.haunted.org.

Admission various per event $8 to $35 or $49 for full day all-inclusive pass.

EVERY FRIDAY

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

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY

SKIP’S OPEN-AIR EUROPEAN FARMER’S MARKET 9AM-3PM. 16710 Lakeshore Rd. New Buffalo. 269-469-3341.

THREE OAKS FARMERS’ MARKET 9AM-PM. 4 N Elm St. Three Oaks.

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

EVERY SATURDAY

YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township Park.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 KIRK STAFFLE EP RELEASE PARTY 7PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets $10.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

ST. JOSEPH WINE FESTIVAL & PUBLIC ART AUCTION 4-6PM. Paddle Registration. 6PM. Live Fish Auction. Sat. Whirlpool Centennial Park. 4-9PM. Sat. Wine Tasting.

Whirlpool Centennial Park.

330 Broad St. St. Joseph.

Wine tasting is $10 to start and includes a stemless souvenir wine glass and 5 tickets. A small selection of craft beer and cider will be available as well. Presented

by Lake Michigan College Wine and

Viticulture Technology. Event admission is free.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

42ND APPLE CIDER CENTURY RIDE Three Oaks. 888-877-2068. www.applecidercentury.com.

Bicycle tour.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 KISS THE SKY— THE JIMI HENDRIX RE-EXPERIENCE 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets: $30.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

FEEDING AMERICA WEST MICHIGAN 5-9PM. Greenbush Brewery Annex.

Sawyer.

Live music.

VISIONS OF SANTANA 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets $20.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

BRYAN LUBECK & THE THREE GRINGOS WITH OPENER CHAD MICHAEL 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets $25.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1 TONIC SOL-FA 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets: General $20. Students $15

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6 FIRST FRIDAY’S ART WALK 5-9PM CST. Uptown Arts District.

N Franklin St. Michigan City.

5PM-8PM. The Lubeznik Center.

101 W Second Street. Michigan City. www.uptownartsdistrict.org. www.lubeznikcenter.org.

Art Galleries, shops and boutiques along North Franklin Street are open until 9PM. Let your voice be heard at LCA’s 2nd Annual Karaoke Contest sponsored by the Rotary Club of Michigan City. Ten contestants will sing their hearts out for $250 while the public can purchase votes (1 for $5 or 6 for $20) for their favorite contestant. Free admission & cash bar.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 12TH ANNUAL HARVEST & WINE FESTIVAL NOON-9PM. Lions Park.

Lakefront New Buffalo.

NBBA hosts one day event. Award-winning wines from regional vineyards along craft beers and hard-ciders. Live music with 5 bands throughout the day, food trucks and craft vendors. Lots of kids activities.

Admission $5.00, kids under 12 are free.

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.

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