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JANUARY 17, 2013

Vol. 6 No. 27

Flu hits area hard Illinois inﬂuenza strain has been more severe, causing more hospitalizations and deaths By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter

Clean. Cover. Contain. That is, clean your hands; cover your cough, cover your sneeze; and contain your illness. These three “Cs” just may be the best prevention in addition to a flu shot against an outbreak that is wreaking havoc across the nation, with 27 flu-related deaths reported in Illinois alone. The Illinois Department of Health reports that the strain of flu predominately circulating throughout Illinois has historically been a more

severe strain, causing increased numbers of hospitalizations and deaths than in previous years, with 368 flu-related intensive care unit (ICU) hospitalizations so far this year. The majority of hospitalizations and deaths are of people in their 50s and older. Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital alone reports that since the start of January, 195 people have been tested due to flu-like illness. Of those, 67 of them came back testing positive for flu. And not every person who comes in displaying flu-like symptoms is tested. Some people may be

treated and sent home because they don’t require hospitalization. Valley View School District, one of the largest school districts in Will County, has seen attendance dip significantly, with peaks in November and the last weeks of December. “There is no doubt we are experiencing a severe flu season. However, we have seen severe flu seasons before, and we will continue to work to reduce the number of people who become ill,” said Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. See FLU, page 5

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News

More than 100 teddy bears donated to Adventist The Egypt Cancer Network and the National Arab American Medical Association donated more than 100 teddy bears to Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital on Jan. 2. The stuffed animals will go to patients in the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pediatric and emergency departments during the year. On hand to drop off the bears on Jan. 2 were representatives from the Egypt Cancer Network and NAAMA, as well as Bolingbrook Mayor Roger Claar. The cancer network and NAAMA set up collection points around the community to gather the teddy bears throughout the holiday season. The Egypt Cancer Network is a U.S. based non-profit that helps further cancer education, research and care, as well as medical infrastructure in Egypt. The National Arab American Medical Association is a nonprofit, non-political, educational and charitable organization of medical professionals of Arab descent.

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Dr. Emad Basta, Mary Alexander-Basta, Bolingbrook Mayor Roger Claar, Chief Nursing Officer and Registered Nurse Jolene Albaugh, Dr. Waleed Gabr and a group of children help with a teddy bear donation Jan. 2 at Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital.

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Bolingbrook OKs OTB at Golf Dome By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter

While Bolingbrook passed on video gambling, area residents will have a new form of entertainment just in time for the Kentucky Derby. After careful consideration, Mayor Roger Claar and trustees approved measures to allow for Hawthorne Race Course to bring in an Off Track Betting establishment on site of the newly renovated Bolingbrook Golf Dome, formerly known as the Ditka Dome. In a unique partnership, Hawthorne Estates will construct the OTB within the McQ’s bar establishment at 730 Bolingbrook Drive. Hawthorne will lease a 2,000-squarefoot space located in the northwest corner of the building that would accommodate approximately 60 patrons. Their hours of operation would be no later than McQ’s; Sunday through Thursday, open until midnight and Friday and Saturday, open until 2 a.m. Hoping to capitalize off each other’s business, both Hawthorne’s CFO Jeff Kras, and McQ’s owner Jim McWethy boast of a relationship that will complement one another. “My goal is to have the best golf dome, and

“We don’t have a blind eye to the critics, but there is a demand for public services and that costs money. The other way to raise revenue is to raise taxes.” Roger Claar, Bolingbrook mayor that McQ’s be the best sports bar. This OTB is the perfect complement,” said McWethy. In addition, the Illinois Horse Racing Act dictates that 1 percent of the wages earned from the establishment goes to the host city and county. Kras estimates based on demographics and population, the village could stand to receive at least $200,000 annually. Before the village board’s approval, the matter went through a public hearing and was approved by the Bolingbrook Plan Commission. Claar and trustees said the matter was not taken lightly, noting that some consider gaming in a negative light. “I’ve heard people say they don’t want this kind of revenue, but I don’t see it that

way,” said Claar. “We don’t have a blind eye to the critics, but there is a demand for public services and that costs money. The’ other way to raise revenue is to raise taxes. We have a need to find resources, and this is a nice fit and it was the consensus of the board to move forward.” Calling it a ‘thinking man’s sport,’ Kras said the establishment draws a middle-class, professional crowd and that in the history of its other locations, no major incidences have occurred and contrary to belief, there is no higher incidence of crime in the area. The Hawthorne Race Course is governed by the Illinois Racing Board, requiring an annual license, and is allowed to open up to six OTB locations and has similar operations in Chicago, Mokena, Prospect Heights, Glendale Heights and Joliet. Kras said the OTB establishments are more upscale venues akin to entertainment venues like ESPN Zone; complete with high-back leather chairs and 50 to 60 highdefinition televisions. “We treat this as a first-class operation, and our employees are well-trained,” said Kras. Hawthorne plans a soft opening in April and hopes to be in full swing for May’s Kentucky Derby.

New hearing for Peterson set for Feb. 19 By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter

Drew Peterson, convicted of killing his fourth wife Kathleen Savio, was in court again Jan. 10 for a hearing to be scheduled to argue post-trial motions. The defense had requested a new trial based on claims of ineffective assistance by attorney Joel Brodsky. The state filed a response to the motion, and Judge Edward Burmila set the hearing date for Feb. 19. Barring the event of a new trial, a sentencing hearing will then be held. Peterson faces up to 60 years in prison.

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Have fun, help community at Royal Affair Jan. 25 By Laura Katauskas Staff reporter For the past decade, a nonprofit organization, the POWER Connection, has made it its mission to help people help themselves. Now the group needs your help. The group has been serving Bolingbrook and the surrounding communities by providing training for more than 1,400 individuals and food for more than 3,000 individuals a month, and is counting on an upcoming fundraiser to help sustain the organization. A faith-based, not-for-profit group, it is supported solely by private donations. The group will be presenting “A Royal Affair,” its ninth annual dinner auction, at 6 p.m. Jan. 25 at the Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodeo Drive. Special guests will include Ed and Ross from WJOL Radio, and the Bolingbrook High School Madrigals. The semiformal-attire event will include a silent auction, Chinese auction, live auction, raffles, games with prizes, dinner and dancing. Dinner offers four

choices, sirloin steak, chicken Marsala, sea bass, or vegetarian. Ticket prices are $45 each or $80 per couple. Purchase nine tickets, and get one free. Tickets can be purchased online at www. thepowerconnection.org or call 630-679-6899. POWER Connection’s mission is to “Empower People for Life,” and their goal is to offer people the job skills, educational training, and the resources for life. POWER is an acronym for “Providing Opportunities for Work, Education, and Retraining.”

Simple mission POWER Connection Executive Director Jerry Basel said the mission has always been simple. “We want to empower people—to be able to teach them and give them the educational resources for living,” said Basel. “We used to just give people the fish; now we learned to teach them how to fish.” The organization not only provides a large and small food pantry operation, and a new clothing resale shop, but also jobs skills training and various

“We want to empower

was a pastor. Basel saw a long line of people needing continual assistance who could not obtain the training needed to apply for jobs that would support their families. It was then that the idea for a training center came to be. He wanted to allow individuals an opportunity to gain control over their circumstance and exit the cycle of need.

people—to be able to teach them and give them the educational resources for living. We used to just give people the fish; now we learned to teach them how to fish.” Need even greater John Basel, POWER Connection director

trade and computer skill classes. For a $30 fee, classes include Commercial Driving License, forklift operation, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and resume and interview techniques. POWER Connection has a minimal overhead, with one full-time employee and one part-time employee. What keeps the organization running are the more than 100 volunteers who work to help others better themselves. POWER Connection was birthed out of Living Water Community Church, where Basel

He said the need is now even greater as more individuals seek help. No income verification is needed, and the pantry is open to everyone. Basel said he doesn’t want to see people fall through the cracks. For some, they may make $20 too much to qualify for food stamps, but don’t have enough to feed their family and keep the heat on. “We need to help those working poor,” said Basel. “We will not turn anyone away. We have had people come from as far as Starved Rock.” The pantry is open Monday (except the second and fourth when its large pantry is open), Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon; and Thursday from

4 to 7 p.m. The pantry asks for a $10 donation, and patrons can choose from produce, vegetables, fruit, baked goods, breads, sweets and more totaling a $70 value. The large pantry is open the second and fourth Monday of the month from 1 to 6:45 p.m. For a $20 donation, fill a grocery cart worth between $250 and $275 worth of frozen meat and goods. The group also partners with Smart Choice Food program, where food can be purchased online at cost. Visit www. thepowerconnection.org. In addition, the clothing resale shop offers all types of items from furniture to shoes. All items have a suggested donation attached. The Power Connection also is a resource for churches, schools, and other community organizations. Those individuals who are referred because of an urgent need will be able to receive whatever items that could assist them in their time of need The Power Connection is located at 999 Remington Blvd, Suite F. For more information about any of the programs, call 630-679-6899.

Four held on $10 million bonds for double homicide By Nick Reiher Managing Editor

The Joliet community still is trying to understand how and why four young adults would lure two young men into a home and strangle them. The four – Adam M. Landerman, 19, of 1053 Glenwood Joliet;Alisa Massaro, 18, of 1121 N. Hickory, Joliet; Bethany McKee, 18, of 200 Westshore, Shorewood; and Joshua Miner, 24, of 601 W. Jefferson, Joliet, each are being held at the Will County Jail on $10 million bond for the murders of Eric Glover, 22, and Terrence Rankins, 22. The four were to appear Monday in Will County Court on their charges.

Landerman

Massaro

Joliet Police say they received a call around 4 p.m. Jan. 10 that there were possibly two dead bodies at 1121 N. Hickory, which later they would discover was Massaro’s residence. When they arrived, officers saw people moving in the residence, so they entered to secure the scene, according to the report.

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Miner

Once inside, they saw the bodies of Glover and Rankins, as well as Landerman, Massaro and Miner. All three were arrested and taken to the Joliet Police Department. McKee later was arrested with the help of the Kankakee Police Department. Autopsies performed Jan. 11 showed that Glover and Rankins died from strangulation, police

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FLU Continued from page 1 LaMar Hasbrouck in a statement released Jan. 11. “It is important for people to take precautions - get vaccinated, stay home if you’re sick, and wash your hands frequently. Doing all these things will not only help keep you healthy, but the people around you healthy.” In December 2012, 19 Will County patients required Intensive Care Unit hospitalization due to influenzarelated issues. Only one ICU hospitalization involving influenza was reported in December 2011. Sharp increases in influenza-related hospitalizations compel public health authorities to keep a wary eye on schools and long-term care facilities, where influenza can quickly spread. The IDPH expects to see an increase in the number of hospitalizations and deaths as more health care providers report cases from previous weeks as well as current cases. And the flu season is just getting started with a normal cycle ending in late March, though some cases have been reported as late as May, said Will County Health Department’s Vic Reato. “These numbers speak volumes about what we are facing and should be taken seriously,” said Reato. “Viruses can mutate— they are much smarter than us, and they can genetically change themselves.” Reato explains that flu vaccines are reformulated every year with experts comparing the 200 most

common strains of viruses. The flu vaccine is composed of what is thought to be the top three most active viruses. Public health officials agree it is not too late to get a flu vaccination. “We’re seeing significant increases involving respiratory problems consistent with influenza-like illness,” according to John Kahler M.D., FAAP, Chief Medical Officer for the Will County Community Health Center in Joliet. “At our facility, patients presenting with ILI have increased by at least 20 percent. A flu shot is still a good idea for most of those who haven’t received one yet.” The 2012-2013 flu vaccine will protect against an influenza A H3N2 virus, an influenza B virus and the influenza A H1N1. The vaccine is recommended for everyone 6 months and older. According to the IDPH, the estimated effectiveness of the vaccine is 62 percent. If you have been vaccinated but still get the flu, the vaccine can reduce the amount of time you’re sick and the severity of symptoms. By getting vaccinated, you can also help protect infants, the elderly and those with chronic diseases that are at greatest risk for complications due to the flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that every year, influenza affects employers and businesses.The flu costs businesses approximately $10.4 billion in direct costs for hospitalizations and outpatient visits for adults. The CDC recommends two strategies this season for businesses and employers to help fight the flu: Host a flu vaccination clinic at low or no cost; and promote flu

Knowing your symptoms Common symptoms of flu include sore throat, high fever, cough, body aches and feeling fatigued. The Health Department recommends you contact a health professional before going to an emergency department if you are experiencing flu symptoms. The majority of people suffering from the flu simply need to stay home, rest, use over-the-counter remedies as needed and let the flu run its course. Several hospital emergency departments have recently had to refer patients with such symptoms to other hospitals as they were at capacity. Typically only people with severe respiratory illness who have trouble breathing need to visit a hospital emergency department. Where to get a ﬂu shot Vaccine is available at physician offices, pharmacies, many grocery stores, quick care facilities, and Will County Health Department

vaccinations for the community, bringing awareness to where families can get vaccinated. As a large employer, Valley View School District offered free flu shots to its employees, with 324 employees taking advantage so far. As Health Services Coordinator at Valley View, Cathy Rigali, has said the district has seen a combination of those experiencing both 24-hourrelated illnesses and those associated with a true case of influenza, including many staff members. Rigali said the best defense is common sense. If you are sick, she recommends the basics— rest and fluids.

offices in Joliet, Bolingbrook, and University Park. Persons with questions about the need for a flu shot should consult with a health care provider. To find locations where flu vaccine is offered you can log onto www.idph.state. il.us and enter your zip code in the Flu Vaccine Finder. Although flu vaccine is still widely available, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says some doctor’s offices and pharmacies have spot shortages. Therefore, call ahead before going to get a vaccination. Will County Health Department Bolingbrook Office; 323 Quadrangle Drive call for appointments at 815-740-8143 Joliet; 501 Ella Avenue; 815-727-8480 Walk-ins available Monday and Tuesday from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.; Wednesday, 1 to 4 p.m.; Thursday, 1 to 6 p.m.; and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon.

“Sometimes common sense is so uncommon,” said Rigali. “When you are sick, you need hydration, rest, vitamins, fluids and good, healthy eating habits. Unfortunately, that is all you can do for the flu.’ And for parents of sick children—keep them home until they are fever free for 24 hours. She also stresses being proactive, paying attention to when you are in contact with germs the most. A list on tips to avoid the flu is posted on the district website at www.vvsd.org. “When you are out in public and are in contact with others, do not touch your face, your mouth, nose, eyes-where germs can affect you,” said Rigali. “Just think about

touching a cart and take a stroll through the store and watch what some people do. Wash your hands. Do not touch your face—I cannot stress that enough.” Staying home to contain the virus is equally important agree public officials. In fact, Mary Anderson, Infection Control Manager of Edward Hospital, recently announced that in light of the current prevalence of flu, and in order to help keep its patients, staff and community safe, Edward Hospital is asking people with the flu or flu-like symptoms to refrain from visiting family members and friends who are patients or employees at Edward Hospital.

Will officials tangle over superintendent replacement By Nick Reiher Managing Editor

It didn’t take long for the former Will County Board leader and the new one to get into it, as meetings resumed following the holiday break. Former County Board Chairman Jim Moustis, R-Frankfort Township, now the board’s Republican caucus chair, took offense when Board Member Joe Babich, D-Joliet,said at the board’s Jan.8 committeeof-the-whole meeting that he was putting together an ad hoc committee that would choose a replacement candidate for former Regional Superintendent of Schools Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant. Bertino-Tarrant will be sworn in Jan.

9 in Springfield as state Senator of the new 49th District, covering all or parts of Bolingbrook, Crest Hill, Joliet, Oswego, Plainfield, Romeoville and Shorewood. Babich, chair of the board’s Public Health & Safety Committee, noted that County Executive Larry Walsh asked him to get potential replacement candidates vetted. Walsh then would appoint the person, with the consent of the full County Board. In addition to having the required educational background, Babich said, the person also must be a Democrat, as is Bertino-Tarrant. Babich said he was working on the issue with Walsh and Nick Palmer, Walsh’s chief-of-staff. Initially, Moustis was about to let the issue go and allowed another issue to be

“This is a political appoint-

ment, so you (Democrats) can do what you want. But don’t give us this dog-and-pony show.” Jim Moustis, former board chairman

addressed before he asked County Board Speaker Herbert Brooks Jr., D-Joliet, for the floor. “This not for the County Executive to decide,” Moustis said of the appointment of the Regional Superintendent of Schools. “This should have gone to the Executive

Committee.There is a process. “This is a political appointment, so you (Democrats) can do what you want. But don’t give us this dog-and-pony show.” Brooks, in turn, took offense to Moustis’ comments. He said the process was transparent. Following the meeting, Brooks and Moustis were nearly nose to nose with the latter’s finger in Brooks’ chest, as Will County Undersheriff Martin Nowak tried quietly to settle them down. This issue likely isn’t over. Not only are Moustis and other Republicans still getting used to the idea of being in the County Board minority, one of the candidates for Bertino-Tarrant’s replacement could be her former assistant, Shawn Walsh, son of the Will County Executive.

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Police Blotter

The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Bolingbrook Police Department. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

Bridget Chidsey, 21, 24827 Ridge Road, Elmwood Park, was arrested at 2:45 p.m. Dec. 26 and charged with failure to reduce speed, DUI, illegal transpiration of alcohol, no insurance and battery on the 500 block of Remington Boulevard.

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Anthony Griffin, 26, 4 Collingwood Court, was arrested at 4 a.m. Dec. 30 and charged with DUI and resisting a peace officer, following traffic stop on the 300 block of Remington Boulevard.

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A white 1987 Wabash National trailer was removed from a parking lot on the 500 block of Territorial Drive between Dec. 28 and Dec. 30.

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A 2009 utility trailer was taken from a parking lot on the 1200 block of Remington Boulevard between Dec. 18 and Jan. 2. Lindsey Porter, 28, 701 Greencrest Road,Princeton, Peggy Waranka, 36, 611 N. First Ave., Princeton, and Gregory Hall, 33, 1019 N. Cherry St., Princeton, were arrested at 3:39 p.m. and charged with retail theft and possession of drug equipment. Jason Byrd, 35, 611 N. First Ave., Princeton, was charged with retail theft, possession of drug equipment and an in-state warrant, after a call to Menards, 290 N. Bolingbrook Drive.

Arthur Garcia Jr., 20, 200 Shady Lane, was arrested at 7 p.m. Jan. 3 and charged with two in-state warrants on the 300 block of North Schmidt Road.

Hector Calixto-Nunez, 35, 128 S. Ashbury Road, was arrested at 3:06 p.m. Jan. 3 and charged with failure to yield, leaving the scene of an accident and driving on a suspended license, following a traffic stop on the 200 block of Ashbury Road.

Samantha Fultz, 21, 5378 Emerson Circle, was arrested at 2:17 a.m. Jan. 4 and charged with DUI, following

traffic stop on the 1200 block of West Boughton Road. Daniel Velez, 26, 190 Seabury Road, was arrested at 8 p.m. Jan. 4 and charged with criminal damage to a vehicle and battery, and Jaime Velez, 25, 190 Seabury Road, was charged with disorderly conduct, after kicking the victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vehicle and breaking off a side mirror.

were called 10 Officers to the 309 Building on Woodcreek Drive for a report of a residential burglary.A door was damaged, screen missing, widow was found open, and numerous pieces of jewelry and cash were taken between Dec. 10 and Jan. 5. Loss valued at $23,400.

11 A radio faceplate, GPS unit and radar detector were removed from a vehicle on the

100 block of Christine Way between Jan. 4 and Jan. 5 Loss valued at $550. Ofosuhne, 52, 193 12 Abraham Jeffrey Lane, was arrested at 10:41 p.m. Jan. 5 and charged with driving on a suspended license, failure to yield and two in-state warrants.

13 Richard Lopez Jr., 27, 214 Kenilworth Drive, was arrested at 4:11 a.m. Jan. 5 and was charged with failure to signal, traffic signal violation, improper lane usage, no insurance and DUI, following traffic stop at Hadleigh Drive and Bedford Drive. 14

Kathryn Muckey, 30, 241 Meadowbrook Drive was arrested at 1:55 a.m. Jan. 6 and charged with DUI, improper lighting, improper turn and no insurance, following a traffic

stop at Route 53 and Arrowhead Lane.

East Boughton Road, after keying a vehicle in the parking lot.

Heriberto Vasquez, 36, 309 Woodcreek Drive was arrested at 4:20 a.m. Jan. 6 and charged with illegal transportation and two counts of DUI, following a traffic stop at Woodcreek Drive and Timber Court.

Andre Thomas, 19, 122 Somerset Lane,was arrested at 7:52 p.m. Jan. 7 and charged with an in-state warrant on the 300 block of West Briarcliff Road.

Lorelei Schweter, 20, 317 Fieldstone Court, was arrested at 10:03 p.m. Jan. 6 and charged with improper left turn, driving on a suspended license and no insurance, following a traffic stop on the 700 block of Veterans Parkway.

Jose Martinez, 48, 320 Monterey Drive, was arrested at 4:42 p.m. Jan. 7 and charged with criminal damage to property on the 700 block of

Province Azia, 22, 25 P Fernwood Drive was arrested Jan. 7 and charged with battery following a call to the area. A 2002 Volvo semi and trailer were taken from a parking lot on the 200 block of Royce Road between Jan. 2 and Jan. 8.

Officers responded to the 100 block of East Boughton See BLOTTER, page 8

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Schools BLOTTER Continued from page 6 Road for the report of an armed robbery at 3:42 p.m. Jan. 8. A juvenile was approached by unknown subjects shown a handgun and told to remove several items of clothing. The subjects then ran off. Officers responded to the 100 block of Pilgrim Court for the report of a residential burglary Jan. 8. The front door was kicked in, rooms were rummaged through and a 20inch LCD TV was taken between 6:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.

A 12-foot aluminum bench was unscrewed from its base on the 900 block of Lily Cache Lane between Dec. 10 and Jan. 9. Loss valued at $4,000.

Photo courtesy of Valley View School District

Valley View School District’s newest National Board Certified Teachers were honored at Monday night’s School Board meeting. They are (from left) Adelina Rivera (Oak View), Mary Arp (Skoff), Karen Trajkovich (King) and John Flynn (Bolingbrook High School).

Four Valley View teachers certified Four Valley View School District 365U teachers have achieved the coveted National Board Certification issued by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS). Oak View Elementary School English as a Second Language teacher Adelina Rivera, Beverly Skoff supported education resource teacher Mary Arp, Irene King fifth grade special education teacher Karen Trajkovich and Bolingbrook High School AP U.S. history teacher John Flynn all earned the honor. “Teachers who become National Board Certified are highly effective and strengthen student achievements,” said Ron Thorpe, president and CEO of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. “They demonstrate the powerful impact that accomplished teachers have daily in their classrooms.” Rivera has been with Valley View for seven years, spending the past two years as an ESL teacher at Oak View. She has also been an ESL teacher at both Pioneer and Beverly Skoff. Prior to joining VVSD, she taught for four years in the Chicago Public Schools system. She

“I’m very happy to have

received such an honor, and I look forward to serving our diverse English Language Learners,” Adelina Rivera, Oak View teacher

holds a Bachelor’s Degree from DePaul and a Master’s from the University of Illinois at Chicago. “I’m very happy to have received such an honor, and I look forward to serving our diverse English Language Learners,” she said. “I wouldn’t have been able to successfully complete this journey without the love and support of my family.” Arp, who spent two years in the Rockdale school district before coming to Skoff six years ago, holds a Bachelor of Science in Education Degree with an emphasis on art from Northern Illinois University and a Master of Arts in Multicategorical Special Education Degree from Governors State University. “I am grateful for the support of my family, friends and co-

workers while I worked on my National Boards,” she said. Trajkovich has been at Irene King since 2007, serving as a special education co-teacher for the past three years. Prior to coming to Valley View, she taught for a year in a multineeds program in Lombard and a year as a resource teacher in Clarendon Hills. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Illinois State University and a Master’s in special education from National Lewis University. “I am beyond overjoyed at receiving this honor,” she said. “I am convinced that hard work, a genuine passion for teaching, and high expectations of all students will achieve amazing results.” Flynn, who teaches modern world history in addition to AP U.S. history, came to BHS seven years ago, after serving as a long-term substitute math and computer sciences instructor at Brooks Middle School for a year. The former President of Callero Management Information Services holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in business and psychology from Augustana College and a Master’s in Education from the University of

St. Francis. “The National Board Certification process offered me fantastic insight into what a good teacher must do in the classroom in order to help students be successful,” he said. “Achieving NB status is just a beginning as it comes with a great deal of responsibility to become a true leader as we try to focus on positive change within our district.” The NBPTS is widely recognized as the source for the highest standards and practices that lead to improved teaching, leading and learning. National Board Certification, a voluntary assessment program designed to develop, retain and recognize accomplished teachers, and to embed ongoing school improvement in schools nationwide, is achieved through performance-based assessment and testing that takes one to three years to complete. While state teacher credentialing programs set the basic requirements to teach in each state, National Board Certified Teachers must demonstrate advanced teaching knowledge, skills and practices. Completion of the NBPTS certification process signifies

Efran Rosas, 20, 779 Sapphire Lane, was arrested at 12 p.m. Jan. 9 and charged with expired registration, no valid driver’s license and no insurance, following a traffic stop at 600 W. Remington Blvd.

Raymundo Hernandez, 37, 315 Woodcreek Drive, was arrested at 9:59 p.m. Jan. 9 and charged with improper turn at intersection, driving on a suspended license and no insurance, following a traffic stop at Boughton Road and Aaron Drive.

BHS Tournament of Champions Jan. 19 The Bolingbrook High School Speech Team will celebrate the legacy of Dr.Martin Luther King Jr. with the fifth annual Tournament of Dreams on Saturday, Jan. 19. Twenty-five teams from throughout the state will compete in 14 IHSA-sanctioned individual speech events, including acting, poetry and a variety of public speaking categories. Competition rounds are at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Final rounds are at 1:45 p.m.Admission is free and the public is invited. Door 17 on the school’s south side provides the best access for the event. Concessions and lunch will be available in the BHS Cafeteria. A tournament information table will help visitors understand how to watch rounds of competition. For more information, contact Donna Franks-Tapley at frankstapleyd@vvsd.org.

Calendar ONGOING Daddy-Daughter Ball, a Magical Dinner Date Night. 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 9. It’s your chance to get all dressed up girls. Dads, bring your daughter(s) age 3 to 10 out for a special night of fun. At the ball, you will enjoy dinner, drinks, cookies and dancing the night away.Your daughter(s) will also make a special Valentine’s Day craft to bring home. Capture this special night with a picture of you and your daughter(s) taken at the ball. Fee is $24 per daddy-daughter couple ($36 non resident) and includes dinner, drinks, cookies, craft and a picture. Additional daughters are $10 per Romeoville resident ($15 non resident). Pre-registration is required and will be taken until Jan.18. No registration will be taken at the event. Make your daughter’s night even more special by ordering a corsage that will be available to pick up at the event. Don’t worry about having to make an extra stop at the store or flower shop. Order forms are available at the front desk. Contact the Romeoville Recreation Department at 815886-6222 for more information or to place an order. Golden Age Club. Thursdays noon to 4 p.m. at the Romeoville Recreation Department. Members must be 50 years and up to join, and may do so by coming to any Thursday meeting. Transportation is available by calling the Recreation Department at 815-886-6222 at least 24 hours before the event. For more information about the club, call Noel Maldonado at the Recreation Center. Citizens Against Ruining the Environment. Every third Monday of the month at 6-7:30 p.m. at SOS Children’s Village, 17545 Village Lane, Lockport. This volunteer non-profit environmental organization is dedicated to serving Will County and the surrounding area. For more information or a meeting agenda, call Ellen Rendulich at 815-834-1611. Bolingbrook Machine Knitting Club. All skill levels are welcome to begin or further their knowledge of knitting with a machine. The group meets the last Wednesday of every month at 10 a.m. There is no charge to attend this group. They meet in the community room of Bolingbrook Fire Station 4, 1111 W. Boughton Road. Please park on the west side of the building.

For more information, contact Rose at 630 739-2784 or Sharon at 630 471-9650.

Completion, and the test fee of $15. For more information, visit www.k9bar.org.

Birth After Cesarean. Meet other moms who are planning their natural birth after Cesarean section.Come for encouragement, support and information to plan your next birth. Meetings at noon the first Monday every month in Romeoville. Contact Melanie at 253-861-5897 or VBACesarean@ aol.com

Family storytime. 7-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Fountaindale Public Library. On Tuesday evenings, get the family together to hear stories and sing songs in the storytime room.

Are you affected by someone’s drinking? Open meetings are held every third Friday of the month from 7 p.m.8:30 p.m. at 265 Republic Ave. in Joliet. Contact Al-anon/Alateen at 815-773-9623 or visit www. niafg.org for more information. Large Food Pantry. Power Connection’s food pantry is open on the second and fourth Mondays of the month from 1 p.m.-6:45 p.m. at 999 Remington Blvd, Suite F, Bolingbrook. Enjoy your shopping experience. For a $20 donation you can shop the aisles of canned/boxed goods, drinks, desserts, snacks, breads, fruits & vegetables. You will also receive a pre-selected bag of meat. There is no income verification, and ALL residents of Illinois are welcome. The Resale Connection is also open from 9 a.m.-6:45 p.m. on those Mondays. Donations accepted Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call (630) 679-6899 or visit www.thepowerconnection.org for more information. BolingbrookAmateur Radio Society. The Bolingbrook Amateur Radio Society meets on the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Fire Station #5, 1900 W. Rodeo Drive in Bolingbrook. All ham radio enthusiasts are invited to attend. Meetings usually include a presentation and refreshments. VE testing is held prior to each meeting at 6:30 p.m. for those wishing to take any level of license exam. Candidates must bring a photo ID, any pending Certificates of Successful

Fly tying. 7-8:30 p.m. at Outdoor World, 709 Janes Ave., Bolingbrook. Join master fly tier Bob Davenport in the Fly Fishing Department for some great tips on fly tying and to answer any questions or concerns you may have. For more information, call the store at 630-296-2700. Employment. Will County Workforce Services host its free weekly Career Café for job seekers at 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday in Room 519 of the JJC Renaissance Center, 214 N. Ottawa St., Joliet. Reserve a spot by calling 815-727-4444, Ext. 122, or emailing bwashington@ willcountyillinois.com.

JANUARY 17 Panera Bread Milk & Cookies Story Time. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Fountaindale Pubic Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Story time on the first & third Thursdays, January - May 2013, held at Panera Bread, 714 E. Boughton Road.Attendee must be between the ages of 2 Years and 6 Years old. For more information, call 630-759-2102 or visit www. fountaindale.org. Fitness: Nifty @ Fifty. 10 to 11 a.m. at the Fountaindale Pubic Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. This low impact cardio and resistance exercise class will incorporate functional moves so that you can keep your range of motion and reflexes sharper than ever! For adults, ages 50 and older. Be sure to bring a bottle of water. Attendee must be a resident of Fountaindale Public Library District. For more information, call 630-759-2102 or visit www.

THE BUGLE JANUARY 17, 2013 fountaindale.org. Knitter’s Nest - Weekly Knitting and Crochet DropIn. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Fountaindale Pubic Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road,Bolingbrook. Join us for a weekly morning drop in knitting and crochet group. For more information, call 630-759-2102 or visit www. fountaindale.org. Drop-In Craft: Journal Making. 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Fountaindale Pubic Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road,Bolingbrook. It’s a brand new year and you’ll have lots to do. Keep track of all important dates and upcoming events in your very own journal. You will be able to customize everything from the cover to what’s inside. This is a drop-in program and it will continue while supplies last or until the program is over, whichever comes first. Light snack will be provided while supplies last. For more information, call 630-7592102 or visit www.fountaindale. org. Preschool Playtime. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Romeoville Branch Library, 201 West Normantown Road, Romeoville. Get ready for music, games and fun on Thursday mornings at the library. In the Activity Zone, we’ll play with big toys for big fun. Add imagination to Duplo blocks in the Construction Zone and build with our library blocks. Or shake and shimmy in the Music Zone, with a dance mix designed to get you moving. Drop in for your favorites, or come every week. For more information, call 815-886-2030 or visit www. whiteoaklibrary.org. Social Networking (Facebook) Level 1. 2 to 3 p.m. at the Romeoville Branch Library, 201 West Normantown Road, Romeoville. Prerequisites: Basic computer skills, as well as basic Internet skills, are needed. Learn how to use Facebook to keep in touch with family and friends. Learn how to create your profile and add a profile

picture. You will see the parts of the Facebook Welcome page and the News Feed page, as well as the different areas of your Profile page, including your Wall. You will also learn about Facebook Friends and Friend Requests. We’ll show you how to post comments, and how to respond to the posts of your Friends. Most importantly, you will learn how to change your Privacy Settings, so you only share the information you chose to share. Then, when you are ready, Friend us at the White Oak Library! Call, visit, email or instant message our Adult Services desk to register. Class meets in the Computer Lab. For more information, call 815-886-2030 or visit www. whiteoaklibrary.org. Brick Building Club. 4 to 5 p.m. at the Romeoville Branch Library, 201 West Normantown Road, Romeoville. Have fun building your own creations at the library. We’ll supply the LEGO bricks, you supply the imagination. Your finished work will go on display until we meet again and create something new! Ages 6 to 12. Registration is requested, but drop-ins are welcome as space permits. For more information, call 815-886-2030 or visit www. whiteoaklibrary.org.

JANUARY 18 Using Morningstar to Research Your Investments. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Romeoville Branch Library, 201 West Normantown Road, Romeoville. Learn how to use Morningstar Investment Research Center to evaluate stocks, mutual funds,and exchange traded funds. All levels of investing knowledge are welcome. Register today to win a Morningstar themed item. For more information, call 815-886-2030 or visit www. whiteoaklibrary.org. Preschool Activity Time. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Fountaindale Pubic Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road,Bolingbrook. See CALENDAR, page 10

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CALENDAR Continued from page 9 We have so many toys for you to play with! Meet your friends and have a wonderful time together at this special program just for you! For more information, call 630-759-2102 or visit www. fountaindale.org. Teen Movie Friday. 3 to 5 p.m. at the Fountaindale Pubic Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Watch a movie in the Vortex with friends. All movies rated PG-13 and below. Contact the Vortex for movie title information at 630-685-4199. For more information, call 630-7592102 or visit www.fountaindale. org

JANUARY 19 Grab Some Green in 2013 at LifeStyles, 10 a.m. at the Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Center, 200 S. Lindsey Lane, Bolingbrook. We’ll have free fitness demonstrations beginning at 7 a.m., drawings/ raffles, healthy snacks, body fat testing and other surprises. We’ll also be selecting members for trips inside the cash booth for a chance at prizes. Stop in today and talk to a customer care staff

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member about the benefits of being a member at LifeStyles. For a full schedule, visit www. bolingbrookparks.org.

fundamentos de como preparer y recibir mensajes. For more information, call 630-759-2102 or visit www.fountaindale.org.

Celebrate National Blood Donor Month. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bolingbrook Fire Station 5, 1901 Rodeo Drive. In celebration of January National Blood Donor Month, Heartland Blood Centers, an independent not-for-profit blood center serving 47 hospitals in a 12-county region in Illinois and Indiana, invites all healthy members of the community to share their good health through blood donation. To be a blood donor, individuals must be at least 17 years old, or 16 with written parental permission; weigh at least 110 pounds; be symptom free of cold, flu and allergies; and be in general good health.Donors who have traveled outside the United States within the past 12 months should contact Heartland at 1-800-7TOGIVE to determine eligibility.

What’s the Interest In Pinterest? 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Fountaindale Pubic Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook.Have you wondered what the “Pin It” button is on different websites? Have you heard about Pinterest but not sure what it is? Come and learn what it is, and how it is used by many people every day. For more information, call 630-759-2102 or visit www.fountaindale.org.

E-mail Básico. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Fountaindale Pubic Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Esta clase basica, de un solo tiempo, de dos horas, cubre los conceptos básicos del correo electronico. Usted aprenderá cómo crear un correo electronico, y aprender los

X Meets Y Book Club. 2 to 3 p.m. at the Fountaindale Pubic Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. We are a book club for 20- and 30- somethings, who meet every third Saturday of each month at 2 pm at Bar Louie in the Promenade. Come join us for some of the most cutting edge titles out in publication! Books can be picked up at the third floor Information Desk. For more information, call 630-7592102 or visit www.fountaindale. org.

Church, 249 N. Bolingbrook Road. In celebration of January National Blood Donor Month, Heartland Blood Centers, an independent not-for-profit blood center serving 47 hospitals in a 12-county region in Illinois and Indiana, invites all healthy members of the community to share their good health through blood donation. To be a blood donor, individuals must be at least 17 years old, or 16 with written parental permission; weigh at least 110 pounds; be symptom free of cold, flu and allergies; and be in general good health.Donors who have traveled outside the United States within the past 12 months should contact Heartland at 1-800-7TOGIVE to determine eligibility.

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Documentaries: ‘Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement’. 12 to 8 p.m. at the Fountaindale Pubic Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. We celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday and the Civil Rights Movement with a day of documentaries. For more information, call 630-7592102 or visit www.fountaindale. org.

Celebrate National Blood Donor Month. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at New Life Lutheran

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In. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Fountaindale Pubic Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road,Bolingbrook. Join us for a weekly morning drop in knitting and crochet group. For more information, call 630-759-2102 or visit www. fountaindale.org. Monday Kids Club. 4 to 5 p.m. at the Romeoville Branch Library, 201 West Normantown Road, Romeoville. Anything can be discovered between the pages of a book! Come to Monday Kids Club to learn about science, animals, art, history and more! This program is for children 5 to 12 years of age. . This week we will be reading Mazes Around the World by Mary Lankford, and making our own marble mazes! For more information, call 815-886-2030 or visit www. whiteoaklibrary.org.

JANUARY 22 Bolingbrook Community Chorus. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., at the Bolingbrook Community Center, 201 Canterbury Lane, Door B. Practices begin for the community chorus. Must be 16 years old to participate. All voices welcome. No tryouts. No fees. For more information, call Jack at 630-739-9473. Microsoft Word 2010 Level 1. 2 to 3 p.m. at the Romeoville Branch Library, 201 West Normantown Road, Romeoville. Learn how to create a document, edit, format your text, and copy and paste. You’ll master all of these tasks and so much more! Basic computer skills are required prior to taking this class. For more information, call 815-886-2030 or visit www. whiteoaklibrary.org.

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H o ro s c o p e s The mind is a terrible thing to waste. Frequent phone calls can interrupt concentration. Plan ahead; arrange for a period of peace and quiet in the upcoming week to master a new skill or study.

You shot an arrow into the air, it comes to earth you know not where. If you commence a serious study or research business techniques in the week ahead, it may snowball into something valuable.

If you put your “getup-and-go” on full throttle, you can go far in the week ahead. Be a mover and a shaker in the business world to receive recognition and attention. Pursuing amorous fancies is futile.

Put on your thinking cap. Other people challenge you to think things through this week. Develop a plan of action for the future. Rather than acting on every passing whim, consider the big picture.

Sharpen your wits to remain on the cutting edge. The people you meet in the week ahead might not remain in your life very long, but could offer powerful insights and open your eyes to exciting possibilities.

Forget your fear of heights. Honesty is not only the best policy, but the only policy that will get you up the ladder of success in the week ahead. Investigate and discover the facts and take time to study.

Receive rave reviews. Start any matter that needs to receive widespread publicity to succeed or where your people skills can be used to your advantage. Remain open to progressive concepts this week.

Polish your public image in the week ahead. What you think of yourself is more important than what other people think of you. Your resourcefulness and flair at work can bring you attention or recognition.

Sometimes the teacher learns the most from the students. During the upcoming week, you may understand more when called upon to show someone how to perform a task or explain a concept.

Don’t let what you can’t do stop you from doing what you can do. In the week ahead, you will be able to visualize future possibilities. Your evaluation of people and potential is better than usual.

It’s not what you know, but whom you know that counts. Form alliances with powerful people this week, and fame and fortune could rub off on you. A special someone could show extra affection.

Sail with the current, not against it. The latest news, the most recent fads, and most innovative technology may attract you in the week ahead. You may be easily distracted if paid a compliment by an admirer.

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Raiders win with buzzer beater By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

Big time players make big time plays. That has been said over and over and it was proven Friday night in the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue Division showdown between Joliet West and Bolingbrook. West’s star senior Morris Dunnigan tallied 20 of his game high 27 points in the second half to lead a furious comeback, only to be answered by the Raiders, giving West the one point lead with 3.3 seconds remaining in the game. That was when Bolingbrook’s star senior, Ben Moore, who admittedly had an off night, came through. The 6-foot, 8-inch SMU recruit caught the pass, delivered from Kendall Guyton under the West basket. Moore landed, turned, used a screen from center Kenny Williams, took two large dribbles and layed the ball in the basket at the buzzer to give Bolingbrook the 66-65 win in thrilling fashion. “Coach drew up a great play and he told me I would have enough time to get to the basket,” Moore said. “Coach (Rob) Brost See RAIDERS, page 16

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Bolingbrook’s Prentiss Nixon is guarded by Joliet West’s Ryan Modiest in the Raiders’ 66-65 win.

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Slammers introduce coaching staff By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

When the Joliet Slammers officially introduced Mike Breyman as the team’s field manager for the 2013 season, it was not only a hiring of the second manager in franchise history, but also a commitment to the fans of the Slammers that the new ownership group, Joliet Community Baseball & Entertainment, LLC, wants to win. The Slammers could have hired an ex-big leaguer with name recognition and a draw to get fans in the seats. Instead, they hired a Frontier League veteran who knows how to win in minor league baseball. “The ultimate question we asked when hiring our field manager is can we see this guy holding a championship trophy above his head. I want winners,” said Josh Schaub.“We could have gone and gotten an ex-Major Leaguer, but he has no proof of performance as a manager. Our games are going to be fun and they are going to be a show, but

ultimately we are the City of Champions.” The 31-year-old Breyman was the hitting coach for the Gateway Grizzlies in 2012 and held the same position in 2010 and 2011 with the River City Rascals. In 2010, the Rascals won a Frontier League Championship and Breyman was named the Frontier League’s Coach of the Year in 2011, when the Rascals were again in the league championship series, but lost to the Slammers. While with the Rascals, Breyman worked with Joliet native Chris Franklin, who was the General Manager of the Rascals during those seasons and was hired to be GM of the Slammers this year. Franklin said familiarity was not what won Breyman the job. “He is a passionate, hardworking, very dedicated individual that I have some history with,” Franklin said. “We have history, but he earned this job during the interview process.” See SLAMMERS, page 16

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Mike Breyman (center) was introduced as the new Slammers manager.

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Rebounds per game Robert Mara, Downers South Ben Moore, Bolingbrook Jean Pertrzak, Westmont Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central Devo Goodlow, Plainfield Central Ryan Peter, JCA Eddie Serrano, Notre Dame David McCoy, Niles West Andre Hardy, Joliet West John Solari, Maine South Josh Smith, Plainfield East David Robinson, Lockport Matt Mooney, Notre Dame Mohammad Qureshi, Niles West Corey Evak, Plainfield North Kevin Fervil, Plainfield East Andre Hardy, Joliet West Kurt Palandech, Plainfield North Dave Edwards, Downers North Scott McNellis, Downers South

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RAIDERS Continued from page 13 knew how much time.” Brost said it was the same play twice in the huddle. “I drew up that play in our timeout and told them not to show it because we knew West would call a timeout,” Brost said. “I told Ben three seconds is enough time to take two dribbles and get to the rim. To his credit, he hadn’t been playing up to his normal level of play up to that point, but he still finished and won us a game. “To (Kendall’s) credit, he threw a great pass and (Kenny) set a great screen. It was exactly how we drew it up and we won the game.We had Prentiss (Nixon) in

SLAMMERS Continued from page 14 His resume also spoke for itself. A solid player in his own right, Breyman played his college baseball at the University of Kentucky. Prior to college, he hit .810 his senior year of high

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the corner if Ben wasn’t open.” “It will always be a tough game against Joliet West,” said Nixon, who ended with 15 points, including four second-half three pointers.“It is always going to be a game. If we are up 10, they are going to come back and if they are up 10, we are going to come back.Tonight, we found a way to win.” West led 21-13 after one quarter, but Bolingbrook, paced by seven points from reserve forward Shakur Triplett, outscored the Tigers 18-7 in the period and took a 31-28 lead into halftime. Bolingbrook (12-4,4-1) opened the lead to 61-51 midway through the fourth thanks to three threepointers from Nixon. “Prentiss hit some big shots in the second half,” Brost said. “He

did a really good job of picking his spots, he didn’t force any shots.” Then, as he has the last few games, Dunnigan took over with a huge second half. “Joliet West is very, very good,” Brost said. “They are very well coached and Morris is one of the best players in the state, but we have some of the best players in the state too. With Morris, you just want to keep him in front and force him to take tough shots, but he made some tough shots tonight. He is an All-State player for a reason, just like Ben Moore is an All-State player for a reason. We had the ball at the end and our All-Stater made the play.” The respect for the opposition was mutual. “Basketball is an awesome

game and it is a cruel game at the same time,” said Yaklich. “We did everything we possibly could to put us in position to win. We made some incredible defensive stops, made some incredible shots and executed everything we wanted to do. We got beat by a great player making a great play. We wanted to make them catch it in front of us and dribble and we didn’t finish off the possession and Ben made a great play, so hats off to coach Brost and Bolingbrook. We took their best punch and then they took our best punch and they were one better today. We will learn from this loss and move on.” Ryan Modiest added 18 points for West (9-5, 3-2) and nine from Carl Terrell, while Guyton scored 14, Williams 12 and Moore nine

school in Attica, Ohio. The .810 batting average is the highest ever recorded in a single high school baseball season in American history. His professional career brought him to the Frontier League, where he played with Gateway for five seasons from 2004-08, finishing with a .325 career batting average and a .999 career OPS. “I owe the Gateway Grizzles a lot because when I was done playing (in 2009), they created a spot for me as bench coach and without that, I’m not sure I’d be here now,” Breyman said.“At that time, I set a five year plan to be a manager. It’s no surprise that you cannot make a living as a hitting coach in this league. I appreciate this team and this community for giving me that shot to fulfill

my goal. Rest assured me and my staff will leave no stone unturned to have this be a very good summer for this team and this organization.” His staff will include Northern Illinois University alum Dave Garcia as the team’s new hitting coach. He spent the past four seasons with the River City Rascals and was the bench coach for the 2010 team that won the Frontier League championship. Garcia worked alongside Breyman on the Rascals’ coaching staff in 2010 and 2011. In 2011 the Rascals tied the Frontier League record for wins (68) during the regular season before falling to the Slammers in the Frontier League Championship Series. Six of the players Garcia has coached have been signed to affiliated

baseball. New pitching coach Eric Coleman brings managerial experience in the Frontier League to the Slammers. For three seasons (2008-2010), Coleman was manager and Director of Player Development for the Midwest Sliders/Oakland County Cruisers. Prior to coming to the Frontier League, Coleman was the pitching coach and recruiting coordinator for Niagara University. He spent 11 years holding similar roles at the junior college level. Eighteen of the players Coleman has coached have advanced to the Major Leagues and more than 100 players he’s coached have gone on to some level of professional baseball.

BOYS BOWLING 1. Minooka 2. Romeoville 3. Lockport 4. Plainfield North 5. Plainfield Central 6. Bolingbrook 7. Joliet West 1. Minooka 2.GIRLS Lockport BOWLING 3. Joliet West 4. Plainfield East 5. Plainfield North 6. Plainfield Central 7. Downers South 1. Benet 2. Notre Dame 3. Maine South 4. Bolingbrook 5. Joliet West 6. DownersBOYS South BASKETBALL 7. Joliet Central 1. Plainfield East 2. Bolingbrook 3. Maine South 4. JCA 5. Romeoville 6. Downers South 7. Benet 1. Lockport 2. Plainfield Central 3. Minooka GIRLS 4. Downers North BASKETBALL 5. Notre Dame 6. Downers South 7. Niles West

Rankings are compiled by Mark Gregory and Scott Taylor.

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Mustangs roll over York By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

York basketball standout David Cohn, a Colorado State recruit, connected on three quick baskets and looked to be poised to take control against Downers Grove South in the final game of the Downers Grove North Winter Classic. The Mustangs (8-6) answered back in a fury, including a trio of first quarter three-pointers from Danny Spinuzza and jumped out to a 21-12 first quarter lead en route to a 69-44 win over the Dukes (13-4). Spinuzza and Robert Mara each posted 16 points to lead the Mustangs. “We really thought if we came out early, we could get in Cohn’s head a little bit,” Mara said. “He seemed frustrated, he was talking a lot and he was trying to get in our heads and we were able to stay together as a team and beat their individual players. He had seven real quick and we were able to get up on him and make him miss some shots and he was never able to get in a rhythm.” That was not the case for Spinuzza, who had 14 first-half points. “I wanted to come out to a good start and I came out with energy,” Spinuzza said. “I made one and then got open looks and good screens from my teammates and they happened to go in. David Cohen is a great player and it was good competition and it was good playing against him. I looked forward to it. “I had to come out with a lot of intensity. You have to play him hard and know that he will hit the occasional three and you have to play defense on him harder the next time down the floor and forget about the last time.” York had held their previous five opponents to 40 points or less, while the Mustangs posted nearly that much at halftime, holding a 37-22 lead.

Not only did the Mustangs stop Cohn outside, they shut down York’s tandem of 6-foot, 8-inch post players, Frank Toohey and Justin Kurash. “The key was to stop Cohn and stop the big guys,” said the 6-8 Mara. “We really had a team effort on the big guys, I would guard them and Scott (Hall) would guard them. “If they were able to get the ball into the post, we were able to double down and try and strip the ball. I think I had jumping ability on them and some quickness too and I was able to run the court well. “I know they were subbing more than us and we had to keep up with our stamina. We thought they would be the better team in transition and it turned out it was us.” Mara added six rebounds and two blocked shots and helped hold Toohey to 10 points and six rebounds. For the game, York shot 32 percent shooting from the floor (17 of 52), including only 8 of 32 in the second half. Scott McNellis added 13 points for Downers Grove South, while Jordan Cannon chipped in 12 points, giving the Mustangs four players in double digits. “This was the best game we have played as a team,” Mara said. “We were good on defense and we were able to turn that defense into offense. We took the best shots possible. I think in the beginning of the season we lost close games because we weren’t able to stay together. But now, this win will boost our confidence.” The Mustangs next face Proviso East Saturday. “This is a good win, knowing we beat a good team like York and that we have Proviso East next week. “This was a great win to get us ready,” Spinuzza said. “This is a good boost to our confidence and hopefully we can just keep on rolling and win more games.” mark@buglenewspapers.com

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Danny Spinuzza tallied 16 points in Downers Grove South’s win.

PLAYER OF THE WEEK Nominees

Last week’s results

Abby Smith, Romeoville 6 points, 10 rebs, 9 assists vs. OE Morris Dunnigan, Joliet W. 27 points vs. Bolingbrook Faith Suggs, Plainfield East 10 assists, 9 rebs vs. Plainfield N. Nick Norton, Downers North 19 points vs. Kenwood

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Aaron Jordan Plainfield East

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Jonah Coble Joliet Central

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Real Estate & Business

Dealing with boss’s son can be a delicate matter Q. My boss’s son thinks he is God and is suppose to become a partner. He’s ruining the policies, workplace and general morale. Is there any way to stop him without losing my job? A. The power to stop this guy actually lies only with his father. However, you do have the power to influence his father. Be comforted by the fact that I’ve worked extensively with family-run businesses as a consultant, and these situations are tricky even for me with 32 years experience fixing family problems. Parents and children have intense, complicated relationships. When you add the dynamics of the workplaces, things really get difficult. Whatever you or your coworkers do, make sure you do not fight directly with the son. Be prepared as well that if you cannot influence his father to get the son out of the business, your best strategy is to exit this

company. I realize this is not a fair situation. Yes, the son shouldn’t be capable of just coming in and wrecking the company you’ve all worked so hard to build. I want to validate your position so you’ll avoid arguing about the facts. The problem is not the facts; it is the emotional factors. I’d imagine your boss,the father, also has a significant investment in seeing his company thrive. You do have the power to help him see the impact his son is having on his company. You mentioned in your letter that the son’s new policies are destructive. I’d like you to make a list of the problems you or your coworkers see.

You and your coworkers need to go to the father with one of these problems at a time. Do not blame the son for these problems. State optimistically that you know there is a “changing of the guard” for “good reasons.” Then simply ask the dad for help in implementing these new policies so these challenges can be overcome. You’re doing the slow drip awareness program for the father. If every day he is facing another “challenge” in implementing the changing of the guard, he will become concerned. When an adult child comes into an organization with this level of entitlement and a God complex, the problem is that he or she was probably catered to as a kid. Many parents with the best of intentions never want their children to suffer. As a result, the child is often protected from rules, discipline and consequences of his bad decisions.

A child raised in this manner will enter the adult world expecting everyone in his environment to allow him to be a dictator. The adult world will soon teach this young man that business rewards results, not a grandiose ego. If his father has allowed this guy to act like this since he was 2 and learned the word “No!” then you and your coworkers may be in for a long slog while his father learns to get his child in line. Parents who have raised entitled kids have a very hard time being the “bad guy” so they can teach their kid to function in the real world. Only you can decide if the job you currently have is worth the price you will have to pay to see if your boss will control his son.

Last word(s) Q. I’ve lost my job, my marriage and a parent this year, and I am

wondering if it is even possible to turn things around with this many losses. Can people find a job and cope when their life is turning upside down? A. Yes, severe loss hits a complete reset button on our old programming. Let your heart’s deepest longing serve as a lighthouse to create your new life in your new upside-down world. Daneen Skube, Ph.D., executive coach, trainer, therapist and speaker, also appears as the FOX Channel’s “Workplace Guru” each Monday morning. She’s the author of “Interpersonal Edge: Breakthrough Tools for Talking to Anyone, Anywhere, About Anything” (Hay House, 2006). You can contact Dr. Skube at www. interpersonaledge.com or 1420 NW Gilman Blvd., #2845, Issaquah, WA 98027. Sorry, no personal replies.

Who is responsible for deceased’s student loans, medical bills? Dear Dave, My daughter died. She was 32 years old and single, and she had lived with me for the last few years because she was recently disabled. I did not support her financially, and when she died she had no assets and no will. Is it my responsibility to pay the student loans and medical bills she left behind? Jim Dear Jim,

I’m so sorry you’re experiencing this kind of grief. Losing a child is a heartbreaking ex p e r i e n c e , no matter their age. The short answer is this: If you didn’t sign for it, you’re not liable. If a friend

were to move in with you, that doesn’t make you responsible for their debts. The fact that it was an adult family member doesn’t matter either. She was a legal adult who signed her name on the debts in question. If I were in your shoes, I’d try to find any papers attached to these debts and make copies of them. Then, I’d write up a form letter stating the total debt amount and the fact that she

died with no assets. By doing this you’re notifying them that she passed away, and they’re not going to be paid. There’s no will or estate to be probated, so they can close the accounts. Doing this will make creditors aware of the situation, and it should also protect you from getting hammered with collection calls. But the creditors get nothing in this kind of situation.

God bless you, Jim. — Dave

THE BUGLE JANUARY 17, 2013 SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 133 Balmoral Dr Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (Single Family Residence). On the 13th day of February, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: PNC MORTGAGE, A DIVISION OF PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff V. NICOLAS RIOS, HAYDEE CRUZ aka HAYDEE RIOS, and CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Defendant. Case No. 10 CH 2404 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g) (1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/151512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC 111 East Main Street, Suite 200 Decatur, Illinois 62523 217-422-1719 217-422-1754 (Fax) PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 1/17, 1/24, 1/31

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 341 Willoway Dr., Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (Single Family Home). On the 13th day of February, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff V. CURTIS C. GANTZ, ELIZABETH A. GANTZ and CHERRYWOOD HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION Defendant.

Case No. 10 CH 7463 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/151512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC 111 East Main Street, Suite 200 Decatur, Illinois 62523 217-422-1719 217-422-1754 (Fax) PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 1/17, 1/24, 1/31

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 165 Vernon Drive, Bolingbrook (Single family residence). On the 13th day of February, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff V. SALVADOR PERALTA; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS ASSIGNEE OF FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION AS RECEIVER FOR WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK F/K/A LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant. Case No. 11 CH 1636 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g) (4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: FISHER & SHAPIRO, LLC. 2121 Waukegan Road Suite 301 Bannockburn, Illinois 60015 847-291-1717 847-291-3434 (Fax) PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 1/17, 1/24, 1/31

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 1851 GRASSY KNOLL DRIVE ROMEOVILLE, IL 60446 (YELLOW ALUMINUM TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME W/TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE). On the 13th day of February, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: ONEWEST BANK, FSB Plaintiff V. CARMEN HERNANDEZ Defendant. Case No. 09 CH 2662 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. Judgment amount is 325,346.33 plus interest, cost and post judgment advances, if any. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: PIERCE & ASSOCIATES ONE NORTH DEARBORN THIRTEENTH FLOOR CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60602 312-346-9088 312-346-1557 (Fax) PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 1/17, 1/24, 1/31

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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 772 Bonnie Brae Court, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (Single family, one story). On the 30th day of January, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF CWALT, INC. ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-2CB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-2CB Plaintiff V. MARK E. LASKOWSKI A/K/A MARK EDWARD LASKOWSKI; THE BANK OF COMMERCE; PACIFIC REALTY GROUP, LLC; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant. Case No. 10 CH 3572 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g) (1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/151512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: FISHER & SHAPIRO, LLC. 2121 Waukegan Road Suite 301 Bannockburn, Illinois 60015 847-291-1717 847-291-3434 (Fax) PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 1/3, 1/10, 1/17

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 541 FOREST WAY BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440 (SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACED 2 CAR GARAGE.). On the 30th day of January, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-WFHE2, ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-WFHE2 Plaintiff V. ROBERT B. STREACKER AND ESTELA STREACKER Defendant. Case No. 12 CH 1173 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. Judgment amount is 240,866.71 plus interest, cost and post judgment advances, if any. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 1063 CRESTWOOD LANE BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440 (YELLOW ALUMINUM SIDING ONE STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A ONE CAR ATTACHED GARAGE). On the 30th day of January, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: BANK OF AMERICA, N. A., AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP Plaintiff V. ARACELI GONZALEZ AND ELIAS HERNANDEZ, Defendant. Case No. 10 CH 4986 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. Judgment amount is 215,363.61 plus interest, cost and post judgment advances, if any. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

For Information Please Contact: PIERCE & ASSOCIATES ONE NORTH DEARBORN THIRTEENTH FLOOR CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60602 312-346-9088 312-346-1557 (Fax)

Published 1/3, 1/10, 1/17

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 11 Beaver Creek Court Bolingbrook, IL 60490 (Single Family Home). On the 30th day of January, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Plaintiff V. Vasil Stoilkov a/k/a Vasil Y. Stoilkov; et. al. Defendant.

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 454 Wyeth Circle Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (Residential). On the 30th day of January, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, 2006BNC2 Plaintiff V. Lisa Rachal a/k/a Lisa Ann Thomas; et. al. Defendant.

Case No. 11 CH 2209 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois.

Case No. 11 CH 3546 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois.

In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act.

Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

For Information Please Contact: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-11-13208

For Information Please Contact: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-11-12510

Published 1/3, 1/10, 1/17

THE BUGLE JANUARY 17, 2013 SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 438 York Street Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (Residential). On the 6th day of February, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Plaintiff V. Donald E. Sulda; et. al. Defendant. Case No. 11 CH 4270 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g) (4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-11-27981 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 1482 Envee Drive Bolingbrook, IL 60490 (Residential). On the 6th day of February, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for TBW MORTGAGE-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-4 Plaintiff V. Jason Y. Park; et. al. Defendant. Case No. 09 CH 1721 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g) (4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-09-09447 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Published 1/10, 1/17, 1/24

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 6 Parkside Court Bolingbrook, IL 60490 (Single Family Home). On the 6th day of February, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: US Bank National Association, as Trustee for GSAA Home Equity Trust 2006-3 Plaintiff V. Manor Girgis; et. al. Defendant.

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 773 BARCLAY DRIVE BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE). On the 30th day of January, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK,AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-79CB, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-79CB, Plaintiff V. KYUNG AE LEE AND GREG PARK, CITIBANK, N.A., Defendant.

Case No. 10 CH 6138 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g) (4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-10-29902

Case No. 12 CH 1397 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC 175 N. FRANKLIN STREET SUITE 201 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60606 (312) 357-1125 (312) 357-1140 (Fax)

Published 1/10, 1/17, 1/24

Published 1/3, 1/10, 1/17

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 1028 Ridgewood Drive Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (Residential). On the 6th day of February, 2013, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Plaintiff V. Noemi Oyola; et. al. Defendant.

Case No. 10 CH 4374 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois.

In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g) (1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/151512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

For Information Please Contact: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-10-22039

Published 1/10, 1/17, 1/24

THE BUGLE JANUARY 17, 2013

THE BUGLE JANUARY 17, 2013 LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

BOLINGBROOK

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. STATE OF ILLINOIS ) ) SS. COUNTY OF WILL )

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS ONEWEST BANK, FSB Plaintiff,

vs.

CURTIS C. GANTZ, ELIZABETH A. GANTZ and CHERRYWOOD HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION Defendant. No. 10 CH 7463

CARMEN HERNANDEZ Defendant. No. 09 CH 2662

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 22nd day of August, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 13th day of February, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the followingdescribed real estate: Lot 3 in Block 56 in Cherrywood East Unit #2, a subdivision of part of Section 12, Township 37 North, Range 10, East of the Third Principal Meridian, according to the Plat thereof recorded October 17, 1978, as Document Number R78-41233, and Certificate of Correction recorded February 26, 1979 as Document Number R79-6416, in Will County, Illinois Commonly known as: 341 Willoway Dr., Bolingbrook, IL 60440 Description of Improvements: Single Family Home P.I.N.: 12-02-12-110-010-0000 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 13th day of August, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 13th day of February, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 61 IN WESLAKE SUBDIVISION NEIGHBORHOOD 1, UNIT 2, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 20, 1996, AS DOCUMENT R96-84558, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1851 GRASSY KNOLL DRIVE ROMEOVILLE, IL 60446 Description of Improvements: YELLOW ALUMINUM TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME W/TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE P.I.N.: 03-12-202-016-0000 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. Judgment amount is 325,346.33 plus interest, cost and post judgment advances, if any. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC 111 East Main Street, Suite 200 Decatur, Illinois 62523 217-422-1719 217-422-1754 (Fax) PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: PIERCE & ASSOCIATES ONE NORTH DEARBORN THIRTEENTH FLOOR CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60602 312-346-9088 312-346-1557 (Fax) PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County

Published 1/17, 1/24, 1/31

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS PNC MORTGAGE, A DIVISION OF PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, vs. NICOLAS RIOS, HAYDEE CRUZ aka HAYDEE RIOS, and CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Defendant. No. 10 CH 2404 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 7th day of February, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 13th day of February, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: Lot 21 in Block 8 in Bolingbrook Unit No. 8A, being a Subdivision in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 11, Township 37 North, Range 10, East of the Third Principal Meridian, according to the Plat thereof recorded September 8, 1967 as Document No. R67-13061, in Will County, Illinois. Commonly known as: 133 Balmoral Dr Bolingbrook, IL 60440 Description of Improvements: Single Family Residence P.I.N.: 12-02-11-411-021-0000 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC 111 East Main Street, Suite 200 Decatur, Illinois 62523 217-422-1719 217-422-1754 (Fax) PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County Published 1/17, 1/24, 1/31

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, vs. SALVADOR PERALTA; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS ASSIGNEE OF FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION AS RECEIVER FOR WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK F/K/A LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant. No. 11 CH 1636 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 23rd day of August, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 13th day of February, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 57, IN BLOCK 33, IN BOLINGBROOK SUBDIVISION UNIT NO. 6, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN SECTIONS 11 AND 12, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 5, 1962 AS DOCUMENT 970256, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 165 Vernon Drive, Bolingbrook Description of Improvements: Single family residence P.I.N.: 02-11-404-050 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: FISHER & SHAPIRO, LLC. 2121 Waukegan Road Suite 301 Bannockburn, Illinois 60015 847-291-1717 847-291-3434 (Fax) PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County Published 1/17, 1/24, 1/31

THE BUGLE JANUARY 17, 2013 LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

BOLINGBROOK

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Plaintiff, vs. Donald E. Sulda; et. al. Defendant. No. 11 CH 4270 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 29th day of August, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 6th day of February, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 53 IN RIVER WOODS ESTATES UNIT 2, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 OF SECTION 3 AND PART OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 15, 1989 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R89-40556, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 438 York Street Bolingbrook, IL 60440 Description of Improvements: Residential P.I.N.: 02-10-218-016 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS US Bank National Association, as Trustee for GSAA Home Equity Trust 2006-3 Plaintiff, vs. Manor Girgis; et. al. Defendant. No. 10 CH 6138 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 29th day of August, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 6th day of February, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 72, IN LAKEWOOD FARMS PHASE 1, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 14TH, 1992 AS DOCUMENT R92-27005, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 6 Parkside Court Bolingbrook, IL 60490 Description of Improvements: Single Family Home P.I.N.: 12-02-19-201-014 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-11-27981 PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-10-29902 PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County

Published 1/10, 1/17, 1/24

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for TBW MORTGAGE-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-4 Plaintiff, vs. Jason Y. Park; et. al. Defendant. No. 09 CH 1721 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 29th day of August, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 6th day of February, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: UNIT NUMBER 920704, IN THE TOWNES AT WHISPERING OAKS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, AS DELINEATED ON A PLAT OF SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED TRACT OF LAND: VARIOUS LOTS OR PARTS OF LOTS IN PASQUINELLI’S TOWNES OF WHISPERING OAKS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OR PART OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL QUARTER OF SECTION 7 AND PART OF THE NORTHWEST FRACTIONAL QUARTER OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 9, 2003 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R2003161561 IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME; WHICH PLAT OF SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “A” TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED DECEMBER 12, 2003 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R2003301182; TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1482 Envee Drive Bolingbrook, IL 60490 Description of Improvements: Residential P.I.N.: 02-07-316-007-1004 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1) (H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Plaintiff, vs. Noemi Oyola; et. al. Defendant. No. 10 CH 4374 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 22nd day of August, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 6th day of February, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 21 IN BLOCK H IN BALSTRODE FARMS, UNIT NO. 2, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 5, 1973, AS DOCUMENT R73-26998, AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NO. R75-8117, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1028 Ridgewood Drive Bolingbrook, IL 60440 Description of Improvements: Residential P.I.N.: 02-17-202-033 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-09-09447 PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-10-22039 PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County

Published 1/10, 1/17, 1/24

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK,AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-79CB, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 200579CB, Plaintiff, vs. KYUNG AE LEE AND GREG PARK, CITIBANK, N.A., Defendant. No. 12 CH 1397 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 23rd day of August, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 30th day of January, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 727 IN BARCLAY ESTATES UNIT 1, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 8 AND PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 9, LYING NORTHERLY AND SOUTHERLY OF INDIAN BOUNDARY LINE, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JANUARY 8, 2002 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R2002-003737, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 773 BARCLAY DRIVE BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE P.I.N.: 12-02-09-110-012 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC 175 N. FRANKLIN STREET SUITE 201 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60606 (312) 357-1125 (312) 357-1140 (Fax) PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County Published 1/3, 1/10, 1/17

THE BUGLE JANUARY 17, 2013 LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

BOLINGBROOK

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-WFHE2, ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-WFHE2 Plaintiff,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N. A., AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP Plaintiff,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Plaintiff,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS

vs.

ROBERT B. STREACKER AND ESTELA STREACKER Defendant. No. 12 CH 1173

ARACELI GONZALEZ AND HERNANDEZ, Defendant. No. 10 CH 4986

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 14th day of August, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 30th day of January, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate:

THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF CWALT, INC. ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-2CB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-2CB Plaintiff, vs. MARK E. LASKOWSKI A/K/A MARK EDWARD LASKOWSKI; THE BANK OF COMMERCE; PACIFIC REALTY GROUP, LLC; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant. No. 10 CH 3572 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 5th day of July, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 30th day of January, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 10 AND ALSO THAT PART OF LOT 12, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 12, THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 44 MINUTES 23 SECONDS WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 12, A DISTANCE OF 66.06 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF LOT 10 IN SAID ST. ANDREW_S WOODS UNIT NO. 2 EXTENDED SOUTHWESTERLY; THENCE NORTH 38 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 36 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE SAID WEST LINE EXTENDED A DISTANCE OF 66.57 FEET TO THE WESTERLY MOST CORNER OF SAID LOT 10; THENCE SOUTH 18 DEGREES 2 MINUTES 49 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 10 A DISTANCE OF 38 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 39 DEGREES 22 MINUTES 49 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 10 A DISTANCE OF 20.34 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, IN ST. ANDREW_S WOODS UNIT NO. 2, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 29, 1981, AS DOCUMENT NO. R81-18728, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as: 772 Bonnie Brae Court, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 Description of Improvements: family, one story P.I.N.: 12-02-02-103-041

Single

Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1) (H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

LOT 505 IN IVANHOE UNIT NUMBER 5, A SUBDIVISION IN SECTION 11 AND 12, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 20, 1972 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R72-30816, AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED JUNE 4, 1973 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R73-15805, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 541 FOREST WAY BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACED 2 CAR GARAGE. P.I.N.: 02-12-108-009 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. Judgment amount is 240,866.71 plus interest, cost and post judgment advances, if any.

ELIAS

Description of Improvements: YELLOW ALUMINUM SIDING ONE STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A ONE CAR ATTACHED GARAGE P.I.N.: 12-02-08-403-009 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. Judgment amount is 215,363.61 plus interest, cost and post judgment advances, if any.

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: FISHER & SHAPIRO, LLC. 2121 Waukegan Road Suite 301 Bannockburn, Illinois 60015 847-291-1717 847-291-3434 (Fax) PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County

Published 1/3, 1/10, 1/17

vs. Vasil Stoilkov a/k/a Vasil Y. Stoilkov; et. al. Defendant. No. 11 CH 2209 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 15th day of August, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 30th day of January, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 1 IN PASQUINELLI’S HICKORY OAKS PHASE 1, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 27, 1992 AS DOCUMENT R92-58140 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R96-41758, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 11 Beaver Creek Court Bolingbrook, IL 60490 Description of Improvements: Single Family Home P.I.N.: 02-07-305-015 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, 2006-BNC2 Plaintiff, vs. Lisa Rachal a/k/a Lisa Ann Thomas; et. al. Defendant. No. 11 CH 3546 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 15th day of August, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 30th day of January, 2013, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 5 IN BLOCK G, IN THE CLUSTERS RESUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION IN THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 2, AND IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 26, 1974, AS DOCUMENT R74-29328, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 454 Wyeth Circle Bolingbrook, IL 60440 Description of Improvements: Residential P.I.N.: 12-02-11-120-004 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-11-13208 PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-11-12510 PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County

Published 1/3, 1/10, 1/17

Seniors

THE BUGLE JANUARY 17, 2013

Have some smart financial resolutions for 2013 By Jill Schlesinger Tribune Media Services

When you think about it, New Year’s financial resolutions may be easier to keep than losing weight or quitting that smoking habit. According to a study by Fidelity Investments, 62 percent of consumers say that they stuck with their financial resolutions in the past, compared with only 40 percent who kept their other resolutions. Despite this evidence of success, 38 percent of respondents to the Fidelity New Year Financial Resolutions Study think it’s harder to keep financial resolutions than non-financial ones. But that has not kept them from trying. A record number of consumers (46 percent) are considering making financial resolutions - a number that has increased 31 percent since the tracking study started in 2009. The top three New Year’s

financial resolutions are to: (1) save more (52 percent); (2) spend less (19 percent); and (3) pay off debt (19 percent). But wait, another survey found that most Americans are skipping financial resolutions all together. According to the annual New Year’s Resolution Survey from Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, a staggering 84 percent of Americans surveyed said that they will not include financial planning in their resolutions for 2013. So which survey is right? From over here in the real world, the answer is,“who cares?” Whether you call it a resolution or a plan, here’s what I have learned after being in the business for over two decades:It’s much easier to reach a financial goal when you articulate it and create a plan of action to achieve it. You need not go overboard with this process. While many

financial planners will create comprehensive plans that aim to tackle every area of your life, you should concentrate on the three most important components for your 2013 resolutions. Once you have tackled them, move on to the next three, and so on. If you don’t know where to start in terms of setting your resolutions/goals, check to see whether you have these three core components covered: zero consumer debt (credit cards, auto loans), adequate emergency resewrve funds and maximization of retirement plan contributions. Debt burdens have dropped dramatically over the past five years: U.S. households spent 10.6 percent of their after-tax income on debt payments in the third quarter of this year, the lowest level since 1983, according to the Federal Reserve. That’s good news, since it’s nearly impossible to tackle other financial goals

until consumer debt is paid down. It’s still amazing how few Americans have adequate savings cushions to guard against unforeseen events. The general recommendation is to hold 6 to 12 months of living expenses in cash or cash equivalent accounts. Considering that the average duration of unemployment is still running about 40 weeks, this level of savings should allow you to ride out many a financial storm without raiding your retirement assets. For those in retirement, consider carrying 12 to 24 months of expenses. Many people are contributing to retirement plans up to the level at which their employer matches, which is often 6 percent. But that amount is not going to be sufficient long term. To hit your goals, chances are you will probably need to put away 15 percent of your salary, or in some cases, even

more. The federal government is helping by increasing the 2013 limit for employees who participate in 401(k), 403(b), most 457 plans and the government’s Thrift Savings Plan to $17,500 from $17,000. The catch-up contribution limit for employees aged 50 and over remains unchanged at $5,500. The limit on annual contributions to traditional and Roth IRAs will rise by $500 to $5,500. If you have these three goals covered, the next three should include areas that are usually given short-shrift in the hierarchy of planning: tracking your expenses, drafting/updating wills and other estate documents, and reviewing insurance coverage (life, disability, long-term care, and property and casualty). These are not sexy topics, like investing can be, but without them, your financial security could be at risk.

Making your home senior-friendly can also lower your bills More seniors than ever before are choosing to stay in their homes as they age. According to a study by the AARP, only five percent of Americans ages 65 and older live in group quarters like nursing homes. From narrow hallways to steep stairs, design elements in typical houses can make remaining at home difficult in our golden years. However, basic upgrades, like handrails and ramps, can go a long way

toward making homes safer for seniors. And there are other small senior-friendly changes that can even make homes more environmentally friendly, which can help lower utility bills. “The aging process can be gradual for some, however others can move quickly from independent living to a cane to a walker,” says Joyce Polhamus, Chair of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Design for Aging

Knowledge Community. “You don’t need to completely remodel your home; there are small things you can do now to make it more accessible as the aging process evolves, while also making it better for the environment.” One of the best ways to help ensure senior safety is to have a well-lit home. But it sometimes can be difficult to reach outlets and to remember to turn lights on and off as you move about your house.

Installing sensors, so lights go on and off automatically when you enter and leave rooms, will cut back on electricity costs and ensure better visibility. As we age, tasks that formerly seemed simple, like watering plants, can be difficult and energy-consuming. Polhamus recommends setting automatic timers on sprinkler systems to eliminate the need to do this task yourself, while also helping to conserve water.

THE BUGLE JANUARY 17, 2013