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MARCH 11, 2015 VOL. 7 ISSUE 15

Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club honors area teachers who demonstrate excellence

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neWS Clyde Estates sidewalk proposal scrapped Resident opposition prompted changes to plan

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neWS Woodridge police take SUPER Plunge More than $17,000 raised for Special Olympics Illinois

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OPiniOn it’s Smoke and Mirror Time again Nastiness in politics has been around for a long time

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SPORTS Benet wins 4a state title Redwings roll Fremd to take home hardware

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PTA trivia night benefits students at Henry Puffer School in Downers Grove

ore than 100 supporters gathered at the Downers Grove american legion hall Saturday for the Puffer–hefty PTa March Madness Trivia fundraiser. Proceeds from the event help fund PTa programs and benefit Henry Puffer School. see the full story on Page 19

(ToP RiGhT) Team Robert Crowners wins the trivia night after with a dance off to break a three-way tie between their team and Uncommon Core and amore-etto Sours. (BoTToM lEfT) Team amore-etto Sours plays a bonus round of ‘name that Tune’ to break a three-way tie with Uncommon Core and Robert Crowners. (Photos by Christine M. Demma • For The Bugle)

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Clyde Estates sidewalk proposal scrapped by village Resident opposition prompted changes By Christine M. Demma for the bugle

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Feedback from residents has caused the engineering firm

overseeing an improvement project for the Clyde Estates subdivision to go back the drawing board. In addition recommending numerous design changes, the village council also dropped a

plan to install sidewalks in the subdivision after residents voiced their opposition to the proposal. In February, resident Mike Salazar submitted a petition signed by 85 percent of Clyde Estates’ residents requesting the council vote to defund construction of new sidewalks in the neighborhood. Resident Laurel Bowen said some newer sidewalks installed in the village are below grade and prone to flooding. “We’ve never asked for sidewalks in Clyde Estates,” said Bowen. “We have a genuinely unique neighborhood that rarely sees any neighbor turnover, and we chose to live there because it’s a quiet country lane.” After some debate, the village council scrapped the sidewalk proposal during its March 3 meeting. Commissioner David Olson said he supported removing the sidewalks from the plan because of the large majority of resident

opposition. Commissioner Sean Durkin said the area is very unique and also recommended postponing the sidewalk development. Village Manager David Fieldman said the village would remove the sidewalks from the plan, which would be given to the council for review at a later date. He added that removing the sidewalks from the plan would decrease the total cost of the street repair and stormwater project. As for changes to the design, Public Works director Nan Newlon said the village will ask the design engineering firm to eliminate a traffic circle at the northern edge of Washington Street, modify the grading at two intersections in order to save three trees in the area and include additional shallow ditches throughout the subdivision. The original contract for Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. was approved for $98,267 in April 2014 for

“We’ve never asked for sidewalks in Clyde Estates,” said Bowen. “We have a genuinely unique neighborhood that rarely sees any neighbor turnover, and we chose to live there because it’s a quiet country lane.” roadway reconstruction, design of new sidewalks and stormwater improvements in the area. Newlon said the amendment will add $11,000 in order for the engineering firm to make changes for traffic calming and ditch design. This increase in cost will allow for the hours needed to make the design changes, and Newlon added that she expects a contract to be awarded in June with the work being completed by November.

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Event to raise awareness for blood, tissue donations Heart transplant recipient organizing March 28 event at Westmont High School By bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @BugleNewspapers

The Westmont community will come together later this month to promote organ and tissue donations. Gwendolyn Westlund, a Westmont resident and heart transplant recipient, is coordinating the Recycled Life event, which will be held on March 28 at Westmont High School, 909 Oakwood Drive. “The purpose of this event is to raise awareness regarding the vital need for blood, bone marrow, and organ and tissue donors,” said Westlund, who said the educational campaign will bring various entities together to show the importance of these donations. “We as recipients and survivors need to lead this campaign and rally the public to support this initiative, because quite simply, we wouldn’t be here otherwise,” she added. Westlund’s personal story of being a survivor began in 2002, when she was diagnosed with Stage 2 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. The radiation treatments she received at that time saved her life but left scarring around her heart, which

caused a prolapsed mitral valve and CHF. She managed her condition through exercise, diet and medication for almost a decade, but suddenly went into end stage heart failure in May of 2013. After numerous surgeries, blood transfusions, life support and more than two months in the hospital, Westlund was able to go home with an left ventricular assist device to keep her alive while she waited for a perfect heart match. “The simple fact is that organ donation saves lives, and I’m a living proof,” said Westlund, who received a donor heart on Oct. 25, 2013. “Now we’re inviting everyone to come meet me and other recipients, as well as a team of educators, to ask questions, get answers, and make a decision fueled by humanity and facts.” The event scheduled to run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and include representatives from throughout the Westmont community. Westmont Mayor Ron Gunter will present a proclamation of the village’s support of National Organ Donor Awareness Month, and the Westmont Lions Club will set up recycled sight and hearing donation drop boxes for unwanted glasses, frames and hearing aids. A Lifesource blood drive will run

from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Be The Match will provide information on bone marrow donations and offer interested attendees a simple test to see if they are someone’s match. Additionally, 15-minute educational programs will be presented from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Gift of Hope Volunteers, Advocate Christ Medical Center Transplant Nurses, various medical professionals, and donor recipients will answer questions and share experiences. “I feel I’ve been pulled back from death multiple times in my life,” Westlund said. “Now it’s my goal to pay it forward and raise awareness for this important issue. I ask everyone to consider signing up to be a blood and organ donor.” Members of the Chicago Thunder football team will be in attendance, and kids activities, such as face painting, recycled crafts, hero posters and earth hour ideas, will be offered. Free music and family entertainment will be provided, and program participants can enjoy free prize drawings. The Westmont First Committee, the Westmont SADD organization and Sweet & Savory Restaurant are assisting with the event. For more information, visit www.twitter.com/RecycledLife13 or the Facebook event page “Gwendolyn’s Recycled Life.”

Resident coalition announces endorsements for mayor, village council Downers Grove for Responsible Government endorses Martin Tully for mayor; Waldack, Vattimo, White for council By bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @BugleNewspapers

The Downers Grove for Responsible Government coalition announced Wednesday its endorsement of candidates running for mayor and village council. Incumbent Mayor Martin Tully receivedthegroup’sendorsement for mayor, and William Waldack, Gina Vattimo and William White were endorsed for village council commissioner. “We believe these candidates will listen to residents and represent the entire Downers Grove community,” said Tim Harms, DG4RG co-chairman. “They are independent, ethical and are committed to good government at the local level. It is essential that government leaders earn the trust and respect of the people they represent, and we believe these candidates will do that every day.” The group said its selections were based on completed questionnaires from both mayoral candidates and all five candidates for commissioner. The group said it also looked at candidates’ public record,

including public statements and voting records. Current village council commissioner Geoff Neustadt is challenging Tully to be the next mayor of Downers Grove. Eight candidates are running for three positions on the Downers Grove Village Council. They include incumbents Sean Patrick Durkin and Beck Rheintgen, Andrew Horn, Patricia Murphy and Taylor Murphy, as well as Waldack, Vattimo and White. The consolidated election is April 7. The group said its endorsements were based on candidates’ “commitment to transparent, responsible and responsive government,” which it said includes ethical standards, a focus on sound fiscal management, and advocacy for residents and taxpayers. Tim Werner, DG4RG CoChairman noted, said the candidates endorsed by the group will offer “the residentfocused leadership which will respect the will of the people regarding the proposed municipal complex.” DG4RG is opposed to a proposal that would see the construction of a new village hall, police station and fire station.

Schools > District 58

Four educators earn Outstanding Teacher awards Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club honors area teachers who demonstrate excellence By bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @BugleNewspapers

The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club presented four District 58 educators with the Outstanding Teacher Award. The awards, which recognize area teachers who demonstrate excellence in education, were given to the teachers during a special ceremony on Feb. 27. “All four of these teachers exhibit exceptional dedication to their

students and profession,” said District 58 Superintendent Kari Cremascoli. “I am so proud of them and happy that they’ve been recognized for their good work.” The award was presented to Christine Balagtas, fifth grade teacher at Pierce Downer School; Kathryn Chick, sixth grade teacher at Fairmount School; Diana Rhoades, second grade teacher at Lester School; and Kathleen Tice, third grade teacher at Indian Trail School.

Any area student could nominate a teacher for an Outstanding Teacher Award. Students wrote brief essays describing how their teacher is truly “outstanding.” Balagtas was nominated by current student Madeline Riske, Chick was nominated by former student and South High School senior Catherine Lestina, Rhoades was nominated by current student Braden Filip and Tice was nominated by former student and South High School senior Molly Clinnin. “We were impressed by the submissions and each story that highlighted local teachers who

have made a difference in their lives and exemplified the highest standards of excellence in their profession,” said Kelsey Austin, president of the Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club. “Encouraging excellence in education continues to be part of our club’s mission, and we are honored to recognize the achievements of both teachers and students throughout the school year.” The district said each of this year’s Outstanding Teachers share a true passion for teaching. “What I like most about teaching is my students,” Tice said. “I love creating excitement for

learning. Watching children learn and grow throughout the year is very rewarding. Tice added that she also loves the energy and enthusiasm of her students. She said the job is challenging and constantly teaching her new things. “I love being able to see it in kids’ faces when something ‘clicks’ for them, when I know they understand and feel good about it and themselves,” Rhoades added. For more information about the Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club and its Outstanding Teacher Awards program, visit www.dgjwc. org/awards.

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Community > woodridge

Police SUPER Plunge team is freezin’ for a reason More than $17,000 raised for Special Olympics Illinois

The Woodridge Police Department was freezin’ for a reason last month when they participated in the SUPER Plunge event to support Special Olympics Illinois. The SUPER Plunge, which stands for Some Unbelievable Plungers Enter Repeatedly, is a fundraising event in which participants raise donations in exchange for jumping into Lake Michigan once an hour for 24 hours straight. Participating Feb. 20-21, the Woodridge team raised

Photo Courtesy of Village of Woodridge Police Department Officer Daniel McIntyre, left, Director of Public Works Chris Bethel, Delaney Bethel, Jess Begy, officer Sean Murray, officer Bob McKimson and Deputy Chief Tom Stefanson made up the Woodridge Police Department SUPER Plunge team. more than $17,000 through their efforts, and 56 total participants raised more than $200,000 to benefit Special Olympics. Team captain Daniel McIntyre

leads the efforts to coordinate numerous fund raisers within Woodridge to help raise awareness, funds, and support for the Illinois Special Olympics through the

Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run. “The village has a very dedicated set of employees who work to serve the community every day,” Woodridge Mayor Gina Cunningham said. “But those same employees regularly go above and beyond in trying to help others through numerous charitable and philanthropic activities.” Recently, the Woodridge Police Department and McIntyre were recognized with the 2014 Flame of Hope Award by Special Olympics Illinois for the spirit, determination, and dedication to the LETR. “I’m proud of the Woodridge Police Department Team and their efforts with this most recent event to support Special Olympics Illinois.” Cunningham said.

police > downers grove

Police are investigating residential burglary Man reportedly forced entry to home in the 4100 block of Glendenning Road Downers Grove police are investigating a residential burglary that occurred Friday afternoon in the 4100 block of Glendenning Road. Officers arrived at the address at approximately 12:20 p.m. for the

report of a burglary to a residence, the Downers Grove Police Department said in a release. The resident told police a man forced entry to the back door of their house and walked inside. The man ran from the house

in an unknown direction after encountering the residents, according to police. The offender, described as a black male in his late 40s or early 50s, was 6 feet, 2 inches to 6 feet, 3 inches tall with a heavy build and black and gray facial hair. Police said he was wearing a black baseball cap, blue jeans and a black fleece coat with an “Advocate Health Care” insignia.

It is unknown if a vehicle was used, according to the report. Downers Grove police are asking anyone with information regarding this case to call 630434-5600.

Police rendering of suspect. Courtesy of the Downers Grove Police Department

police > westmont

Man charged with child pornography possession Sheriff’s SPEED Unit found presence, distribution of child pornography files on man’s electronic devices The DuPage County Sheriff’s Office said authorities arrested and charged a Westmont man with four counts of possession of child pornography, a Class 2 felony.

The sheriff’s Sexual Predator Electronic Exploitation Division arrested Rylan S. Malis, 28, of the 700 block of West 65th Street in Westmont on Friday and charged

him with four felonies. Detectives from the SPEED Unit and theWheaton Police Department conducted an online investigation referencing the downloading of child pornography on the internet. Authorities executed a search warrant at Malis’ Westmont address, where electronics were removed from the home. A forensic examination of the electronics

revealed the presence and distribution of child pornography files. Malis is currently being held in the DuPage County Jail.

Rylan S. Malis Photo Courtesy of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office

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For months, a group of Downers Grove residents has been working to save the W.H. Edwards home. (Bugle File Photo)

Village council hears new proposal to save historic home Third plan comes after resident declined village loan to help pay for moving structure By Christine M. Demma for the bugle

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For months, a group of Downers Grove residents has been working to save the W.H. Edwards home. During its March 3 meeting, the Downers Grove Village Council approved a 10-year, zero percent loan intended to help a prospective buyer of the historic home pay for the cost of moving the home from its current Maple Avenue location. Resident John Tillotson has been working with the Pierce Downer’s Heritage Alliance and Friends of the Edwards House to move the Queen Anne-style home to his lot at 743 Maple Ave. Tillotson introduced himself to the council last month, replacing resident Mike Behm’s offer to move the home to his lot at the corner of Elmwood and Maple avenues. Both proposals would impact parkway and private property trees, which is a main concern, but the move to Tillotson’s property would have less of an impact. Planning Manager Stan Popovich echoed this point, saying the revised plan lessens the impact of parkway and private trees. He noted that the house could move over curbs and sidewalks, be maneuvered higher or lower or side-to-side, accommodating and missing the trees along the moving path. Behm also agreed, saying the move to Tillotson’s property was better for Maple Avenue. However, one outstanding issue remained in regards to financing

the actual move of the home in the amount of $123,500, which equaled the amount the village would forgo in building permit fee revenue for the mutlifamily residential building development at 936-942 Maple Ave. At the beginning of the process, Tillotson said there were certain assumptionsregardingmovingcosts with the prior model developed. He added that although he understood it was not official, the concept was in the public record and was the basis for his decision to enter in to saving the Edwards home. Because the loan is appreciated, Tillotson said it was a good faith effort from the village to help bridge the gap. He added that the best place for the Edwards home is at 743 Maple Ave. because it is in the heart of the historic section of Maple Avenue. “It’s a prime spot for a home of this stature,” Tillotson said. In addition to the loan option, Commissioner Becky Rheintgen recommended that Tillotson be allowed to subdivide his lot once the Edwards house is moved. But, the motion failed 3-4. Tillotson declined the loan and proposal to subdivide his lot prior to the meeting, but he added that no one is ready to give up on the historic home. “Saving it is a high priority,” Tillotson said. “We’re not trying to make money, but make it a life story to save a historic structure.” During the meeting, Behm said another resident, Judy Bach, had stepped forward and offered up her lot at 5540 Main St. He said the

Friends of the Edwards House is currently raising funds to move the home and setup the new foundation and utilities, but said the plan would still require village assistance. The village would need to buy back the property for a predetermined amount, he added, saying it would then need to put out an RFP that would complete the development. “The village would be a vehicle to move it from one place to another,” Behm said. Although it’s a form of public and private partnerships, he said funds do not have to be exchanged between public and private sides. Tillotson said the research and approval process have been completed and approved, adding that the last piece to figure out is the money. He said there is a standing offer with the loan and fundraising is underway. Friends of the Edwards House created a website, www. saveedwardshouse.com, where interested residents can find more information on the home and fundraising efforts.

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Teen sentenced to 17 years in fatal beating of Wheaton man “This morning, Mr. Rios took responsibility for his role in the death of Thomas Tecuatl,” DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin A West Chicago man said. “This is a tragic case was sentenced to 17 and I offer my sincerest years in prison for his condolences to the family role in the fatal beating and friends of Thomas of Thomas Tecuatl of Tecuatl as they move on with Wheaton in November their lives without Thomas.” 2013. Rios’ co-defendants, Anthony Rios, 19, is one Rios, Jonathan Jimenez, 21, of three teens charged Anthony 19 of Aurora and Alejandro with the killing of Tecuatl, 22, following a verbal altercation at Martinez, 19, of West Chicago are a West Chicago party. The DuPage currently in custody in the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office County Jail. Jimenez is being held said on Tuesday that Rios entered a on a bond of $1 million with 10 plea of guilty to one count of armed percent to apply and Martinez on a bond of $800,000 with 10 percent violence, a Class X felony.

to apply. Prosecutors said that the three defendants attended a party on Pomeroy Street near Route 59 in West Chicago between midnight and 1 a.m. Nov. 17, 2013. While at the party, a dispute occurred and Tecuatl allegedly pulled a knife. Tecuatl then left the party and was chased by numerous individuals, including the three defendants. Some of the people armed themselves with items from the home including a pick ax, a pipe, bricks and bottles, according to the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office. While attempting to flee, Tecuatl slipped and fell on the wet pavement at which time the three teens began beating him.

Jimenez allegedly recovered Tecuatl’s knife and fatally stabbed him. The three defendants then reportedly returned to the party. At approximately 6:45 a.m., a West Chicago resident contacted the police department after discovering Tecuatl’s body on his front lawn. An investigation conducted by the West Chicago Police Department, the Major Crimes Task Force and the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office resulted in charges against the teens. “I would like to thank the West Chicago Police Department and the Major Crimes Task Force for their outstanding work on this case,” Berlin said. Rios will be required to serve 85 percent of his sentence in the

Illinois Department of Corrections before being eligible for parole. He will receive credit for the time he has already spent in custody. Jimenez is scheduled to appear in court on March 9. The state’s attorney said he is extended term eligible and faces a possible sentence of up to natural life in the IDOC. He has been charged with six counts of first-degree murder and two counts of mob action. Martinez is scheduled to appear in court on March 10. He also is extended term eligible and faces a possible sentence of up to 20 to 100 years in the IDOC. He has been charged with six counts of firstdegree murder and one count of mob action.

Gaurav K. Rana, 26, 2308 Dunmore Drive, Darien, was arrested at 3:55 p.m. Feb. 28 on 75th Street and Lemont for driving while license suspended.

Wayne A. Nulicek, 61, 703 Liberty, Wheaton, was arrested at 3:20 p.m. March 4 in the 2800 block of Butterfield Road for failure to appear - warrant.

theft after he stole a cellular phone. He was released after posting bond.

Chelsea. Unknown person broke the bedroom window of an apartment.

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The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Downers Grove, Westmont and Woodridge police departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

Downers Grove Allison R. Sabia, 20, 4400 Elm St., Downers Grove, was arrested at 12:47 a.m. Feb. 27 on Ogden Avenue and Forest for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. Patricia A. Mansfield, 66, 4704 Elm, Lisle, was arrested at 9:19 a.m. Feb. 27 at the Downers Grove Police Station for a warrant. Therese J. Zabrinas, 48, 703 W. Liberty, Wheaton, was arrested at 4:08 p.m. Feb. 27 at 1050 Curtiss for domestic battery. Bradley J. Lewis, 33, 21020 S. States Lane, Shorewood, was arrested at 12:42 a.m. Feb. 28 at the Main Street depot for disorderly conduct - village ordinance. Raul Torres, 56, transient, was arrested at 12:42 a.m. Feb. 28 at the Main Street depot for disorderly conduct - village ordinance. Israel Mota, 23, 3310 S. Union Ave., Chicago, was arrested at 4:30 a.m. Feb. 28 in the 1000 block of 31st Street for driving under the influence of alcohol and blood alcohol content greater than 0.08.

Vernon Cole, 40, 1693 Town Center St., Aurora, was arrested at 7:50 p.m. March 2 on Ogden Avenue and Linscott for driving while license suspended and a warrant. Jason D. Sturges, 31, 900 63rd Street, Downers Grove, was arrested at 9:03 p.m. March 2 at the residence for a warrant. Paul Gregory, 53, 293 Wilmette Ave., Westmont, was arrested at 7:33 a.m. March 3 on Norfolk and Powell for no valid driver’s license. Mirayah B. Willis, 22, 4837 Washington Blvd., Chicago, was arrested at 8:23 p.m. March 3 on Interstate 355 and Ogden Avenue for no valid driver’s license and leaving the scene of an accident. Lucio J. Corrales, 19, 1604 Lombard Ave., Berwyn, was arrested at 10:20 p.m. March 3 in the 3100 block of Finley Road for driving while license suspended.

Westmont

Sometime between 3:30 a.m. and 3:40 a.m. Feb. 23, an unknown offender(s) stole food items from a business in the 600 block of North Cass Avenue. Total loss is $100. Sometime between 6 p.m. Feb. 22 and 10 a.m. Feb. 23, an unknown offender(s) damaged a window of an apartment in the 0-100 block of Fountainhead Drive. Total damage is $200. At approximately 10 p.m. Feb. 23, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 5900 block of South Cass Avenue for an equipment violation. Officers arrested Korrie Mehr, 52, 55 W. 59th St. #103, Westmont, for driving with a suspended driver’s license. She was cited for no rear registration light and operating an uninsured vehicle.

Howard A. Michael, 48, 2415 Ogden Ave., Downers Grove, was arrested at 12:05 a.m. March 4 on Maple and Belmont for driving while license suspended.

At approximately 7:30 p.m. Feb. 24, officers responded to the 300 block of West 60th Street for a solicitor complaint. Officers arrested Frederick Alamilla, 20, 539 Brookside Drive #B, Westmont, and Joseph Yarbrough, 39, 756 E. 82nd St., Chicago, for soliciting without a permit.

Gloria Andrade-Espinoza, 34, 1832 S. 59th Court, Cicero, was arrested at 12:07 a.m. March 4 on Ogden Avenue and Belmont for no valid driver’s license.

At approximately 7:35 p.m. Feb. 25, officers responded to the 0-100 block of West 66th Street for a theft. Officers arrested Robert Toney, 27, 51 W. 66th St. #4, Westmont, for

At approximately 1:50 a.m. Feb. 27, officers responded to the 0-100 block of West Burlington Avenue for a battery. Officers arrested Kenneth Heffernan, 54, 425 Sherman St., Downers Grove, for domestic battery after he grabbed a family member by the neck. He was transported to the DuPage County Jail for a bond hearing. At approximately 10:40 p.m. Feb. 28, officers responded to the 6700 block ofTudorLaneforasuspiciousperson. Officers arrested Christopher Ray, 20, 703 W. Liberty St., Wheaton, for possession of cannabis and obstructing identification. He also had two outstanding warrants for his arrest. At approximately 2:45 a.m. March 1, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 400 block of South Cass Avenue for a moving violation. Officers arrested Jacob Tullis, 19, 129 W. Chicago Ave., Westmont, for possession of drug paraphernalia and consumption of alcohol by a minor. He was cited for failing to signal when required and open alcohol in a vehicle. Officers also arrested Joseph Logan Jr., 19, 425 S. Cass Ave. #2, Westmont, for consumption of alcohol by a minor. He was cited for open alcohol in a vehicle.

Woodridge

A criminal damage to property occurred at approximately 10:25 p.m. Feb. 20 in the 7900 block of

A criminal damage to vehicle occurred sometime between 9 p.m. Feb. 19 and 12:45 a.m. Feb. 20 in the parking lot of Zero Gravity, 22W613 75th St. Unknown person broke out the passenger side window of a parked vehicle. A criminal damage to vehicle occurred sometime between 9 p.m. Feb. 19 and 12:45 a.m. Feb. 20 in the parking lot of Zero Gravity, 22W613 75th St. Unknown person using unknown object, dented the trunk of a parked vehicle. At approximately 12:25 a.m. Feb. 22, David Walker, 34, 9404 Thumball Ave., Evergreen Park, was charged with battery following an incident in the 1900 block of 75th Street. At approximately 2:10 p.m. Feb. 22, Ryan Stockstill, 23, 1768 Christopher Court, Romeoville, was charged with possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia and Anne Brice, 19, 4735 Oakwood Ave., Downers Grove, was charged with possession of cannabis following the investigation of a suspicious vehicle in the 2000 block of 87th Street. A criminal damage to vehicle occurred sometime between 8 p.m. Feb. 22 and 7:24 a.m. Feb. 23 in the 6800 block of Woodridge Drive. Unknown person punctured all four tires of a parked vehicle. For more Woodridge Police Blotter, visit www.buglenewspapers.com/ policeblotter

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It’s Smoke and Mirror Time Again editorial

Nastiness in politics has been around for a long time

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That was before social media. Now, the truth still would be looking for its shoes. Nastiness in politics has been around for a long time. Pharaohs had to be careful of the writing on the walls. Julius Caesar had a hard time watching his back. A lot of French kings and their families knew By niCk reiher their way around the blocks. MANAgINg edItor Speaking of the term “nastiness,” nreiher@buglenewspapers.com @JolietILNews where do you think that came from? If it weren’t for the fact that Old French and Dutch people. the alternative is dictatorship Thought I was going to say and chaos, I would say let’s Thomas Nast the political skip all this election stuff. cartoonist, didn’t you? I almost But enough about Chicago. did, until a stepped over the pile Seriously, if you are ever of urban legend. But the guy who feeling too good about brought us caricatures of Uncle yourself or aren’t sure what Sam, political elephants and your missteps and foibles are, niCk reiher ManaGinG EDiToR donkeys, and even good ol’ Santa run for election. You will find Claus, likely contributed to the out stuff about yourself even term “nasty” with his political cartoons you didn’t know. I don’t know why people run. I don’t in the 1800s. For a time, and this seems like 100 know why people subject themselves – and their families – to scrutiny from their years ago to me, there was an air of opponents. The media? Who needs us to respect given to candidates, at least do anything now? All you need to do is by the public and the press, if not their find something nasty about a person, opponents. But while opponents got that may or may not have one iota of down and dirty, they rarely got personal. truth to it, put it out on Facebook or Maybe because they were afraid of what people might find rattling around in Twitter, and off it goes. More than a century ago, Mark Twain their closets. I don’t expect most candidates to tone said, “A lie can travel half way around the world while the truth is putting on its down the hyperbole and borderline slander during the campaigns, but they shoes.”

should know sometimes people pay more attention to a whisper of truth than a bellowing lie. While most people may not know whether a candidate is lying, or at least stretching the truth, they do know what their streets look like. They do know, or should, how good their schools are or where they are lacking. They know who they can call in their towns or school districts if they need something, or should. It’s usually all on a website … if you haven’t met your particular representative personally. But see, that’s part of the problem. By the time we get to the elections, many voters who haven’t paid attention for the past two, four or six years have to cram for the test. Those who feel disenfranchised will be looking for messages from candidates or opponents that say “tax hike,” “Increased spending,” “Bad snow removal,” etc., without knowing the whole story. It’s like the “Family Guy” episode where Lois wins an election by just repeating “Nine Eleven” even though her race had nothing to do with the tragedy. Really. Are we that gullible? Some candidates think so. Others hope we aren’t watching at all. For years and years, I asked you – implored you—to vote. And I still do. But for Pete’s sake, ask some questions.

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I am honored that the Downers Grove Professional Firefighters Association has endorsed me to be the next Mayor of the village of Downers Grove. For more than a decade, the DGPFFA has objectively interviewed and carefully researched candidates who are looking to serve as local elected officials. I am truly humbled to receive this endorsement from those who risk so much to protect

the residents of our great village. Recently, some have called the validity of the endorsement process into question. Ironically, the same people who have happily accepted the same endorsement in the past now feel that the process is unethical. The endorsement is in full compliance with the very strong village of Downers Grove’s Ethics Ordinance, which is

widely recognized as one of the toughest in Illinois. I am proud that the DGPFFA has endorsed me and will continue to work with all village employees to learn about their work as we continue to offer exceptional municipal services. geoff neustadt, Downers grove village Council

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StAte CHAMPIONS By Mark gregory SportS reporter

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NORMAL - The members of the Benet Academy just may want to petition Illinois State University for a name change to the on campus athletic facility. Currently called Redbird Arena, Benet has a solid claim to rebrand it Redwing Arena. After the Benet girls volleyball team claimed the state title on that floor in November, the girls basketball team followed it up and claimed the program’s firstever state trophy by winning the Class 4A state championship with a 61-39 victory over Fremd. “We are so happy,” said junior point guard Kathleen Doyle. “This is the first time the Benet girls basketball team has won a state title, so we are so proud to be part of that team. All of our hard work paid off this season.” The game was back and forth the entire way, as the two teams played to a tie at the end of first quarter (13-13) and the end of the jalf quarter (21-21). Benet pulled away in the third quarter slightly and grabbed a 38-33 lead heading into the final stanza. That was where the Redwings took over. Benet outscored Fremd 23-6 in the fourth, all off free throws by Duke-bound senior Haley Gorecki, as the Vikings did not score a field goal in the fourth quarter. “We used all of our energy in the fourth quarter and we wanted it so, so bad,” said senior Emily Schramek. “It was so amazing. I have never been so happy in my whole life. This is everything we have been working towards for four years and to have it happen is a dream come true.” For the game, Gorecki, who

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Benet celebrates winning the class 4a state championship saturday at illinois state university. averaged 22 points per game in the regular season, scored 20 but on only 5-of-24 shooting. She was 3-of-8 from behind the arc, including a three that broke the tie to start the game and start the second half. She tallied nearly half her points by shooting 7-of-8 from the foul line. “We are ready to guard anyone at any time and we did that,”

Doyle said. “We were going to do anything to win that game and we did.” Benet coach Joe Kilbride, in his first season as head coach, said stopping the Fremd star was the key. “Kathleen guarded her for a while and (Emily) Eshoo and

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Hinsdale Central stops Trojans in regional final By mike sandrolini sports reporter

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Downers North’s boys basketball team was hoping last Friday to accomplish a feat that’s evaded the Trojans for 13 years: win a regional championship. The Trojans, who last week defeated Willowbrook 65-52 to earn their first regional finals berth since 2003, played fourth-seeded Hinsdale Central close during most of the first half of the two teams’ Downers South regional title contest, but the Red Devils outscored the Trojans 12-2 during a third-quarter stretch and went on to beat DGN, 53-38. DGN, which lost to Hinsdale Central twice duringWest Suburban Silver play by a combined total of seven points, tried to make a comeback later in the period with

a 9-0 run that cut the margin to 3327 on Myles Farley’s three-pointer. However, the Red Devils (22-6), who advanced to this week’s East Aurora sectional verses Metea Valley on Tuesday, put themselves up by 10 points (37-27) in the fourth quarter and kept DGN at bay the rest of the game. The Trojans, who trailed 21-16 at halftime, were led by Farley’s 10 points while Devin Blake scored seven. Hinsdale Central’s Matt Rafferty tallied a game-high 18 points. In DGN’s regional semifinal game opposite Willowbrook last Wednesday, the Trojans stormed out to a 10-0 first-quarter lead and maintained a double-digit advantage throughout most of the game. “It’s a testament to how hard they’ve worked over the years to get there,” said DGN coach Jim

Thomas in regard to his team making the regional final. “It was a really exciting game to coach and watch.” Senior guard Jordon Kedrowski, who led the Trojans with 19 points, catapulted DGN to its 10-0 start with two threes. The Trojans led 40-28 at intermission on two Devin Blake free throws. Blake, who finished with 14 points, scored the Trojans’ first eight points of the third quarter to give them a 48-29 lead. “I just kind of got going and saw some opportunities and tried to take it,” said Blake, a junior. “Just feeding off my teammates and kind of got going and the ball went in.” Kedrowski provided the Trojans with a 20-point cushion, 49-29, after hitting a free throw following

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DGN’s Devin Blake had 14 points in a regional semifinal win over Willowbrook.

trojans | from page 10 a technical foul on the Warriors’ Kyle Rushing, who hung on the rim after missing a dunk. Farley was perfect 7-for-7 from the field, ending up with 17 points and connecting on three first-

half treys. Matthew Mahlke also chipped in with 10 points and six rebounds. “It’s nice to see the ball go through the net that early for sure,” Thomas said. “It sparked

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Benet falls to York in regional championship After helping lead Benet to second place in Class 4A last spring, even Colin Bonnett didn’t know what to expect this season. Nine seniors graduated from that team, most notably current

Xavier center Sean O’Mara. When the team got together over the summer, however, Bonnett had a good feeling. “Going into it over the summer, obviously after last year, even

I wasn’t sure what was in store for us this year,” Bonnett said. “Then we went through our summer and we played well. We knew we were good. Nobody else really gave us a chance because it was summer ball, but we knew we were good and we knew we would be somewhere when the playoffs came.” Bonnett proved prophetic, as the Redwings exceeded expectations and won 22 games. The run didn’t end the way they wanted it to, a 39-31 loss to York in Friday’s Class 4A Glenbard West Regional title game, but their run stood out. “I think our expectation level for this group of guys was pretty low coming in,” Benet coach Gene Heidkamp said. “I don’t think people knew a lot about the kids on our team other than Colin, who had come back from a great run last year. It’s obviously very disappointing tonight that our season is over, but if you look

back on it in November and said we’d win 22 games, I think that says a lot for these kids. I think they have a lot to be proud of.” Friday, the Redwings (22-8) ran into a tough zone defense from York (18-12) and couldn’t get on track offensively. Benet hit only 4-for-21 from threepoint range. Though the lead was always tenuous, when York’s Jack Julian hit a three-pointer to end the first half and give the Dukes an 18-17 lead, they never trailed again. “Obviously we’d like to have shot a little better, but we played against a great defensive team and the shots just weren’t dropping for us tonight,” Heidkamp said. “It’s a tough way to go out shooting like that, but I give a lot of credit to York for that.” Bonnett led all scorers with 14 points in his final game for Benet. In his three varsity seasons, Bonnett played in 74 wins.

“The biggest thing, coach says it a lot, whether it’s talking about how we’re playing or off the court, it’s about something bigger than yourself,” Bonnett said. “For three years, on a team like this, we were real unselfish. To go out with this group of guys like this is tough, especially in a game like this.” This group of Redwings keeps up the tradition the program has built in the past six seasons under Heidkamp. In that span, they won 150 games. “I think it says a lot about the kids in the program,” Heidkamp said. “The program is the kids and what the kids are willing to buy into and what they’re able to create and pass on from one year to the next. They did a great job of investing in the program. We’re really proud of the seniors. Now the juniors need to pick it up and invest into what these kids have worked so hard to keep going.”

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Wedn esday, M arch 11, 2015 | bug lenewspapers.com trojans | from page 11 a lot of emotion for us and they (Willowbrook) did a good job, though. They hung in there. I thought we could have run away with it quick, but those guys hung in there and hit some big shots themselves.” The Warriors, who finished 21-8 and won the West Suburban Conference Gold Division title this season, played without sophomore sensation Alonzo Verge Jr., who sat on the bench in street clothes. When asked why Verge didn’t play, Willowbrook coach Chris Perkins made reference to “family

state | from page 9 (Elise) Stout, but really the rules to the game were to defend the rim and find Gorecki because she is that good, we needed to know where she was,” he said. “I told them that they need to find her on every possession, no matter who was guarding her. Overall, the Benet defense was a key to the game, holding Fremd to 31 percent shooting (13-of42). “We played good defense,” Kilbride said. “When we can get three stops in a row, we call it a kill and the girls did a very good job of that.” The Redwings had four kills in the fourth quarter alone. While the Redwings held Gorecki, it was the Benet stars that came out late. Doyle tallied nine of her teambest 18 points in the fourth quarter. Schramek had 11 of her 15 in the second half, while Katie Jaseckas had eight of 12 after the break. Eshoo was held scoreless in the first half, but tallied four in each of the third and fourth quarters. “Our inside game was really good,” Doyle said. “Our offense can be really dangerous and once we get going we are hard to

issues I can’t really comment on.” “We thought Alonzo was going to play and he didn’t; it kind of surprised us,” Blake said. “We really prepared for him.” But, as Kedrowski said, “A win is a win is a win.” “We definitely were prepared coming in for him,” he said. “He’s a great player but it’s great to get this win and that’s still a good team even without him. They’ve got a lot of players that can score and players that can do different things.” Defensively, the Trojans shut down the Warriors, who made just 16 of 52 attempts from the field.

“What propelled us to this win tonight was at the defensive end,” Kedrowski said. “We got off to that 10-0 run and it gave us a nice, comfortable lead to start but we were getting after them all night on the defensive end. We had a single-digit quarter in the third (Willowbrook scored just five points in the period) so the defensive end was the most important end tonight.” The Trojans also were triumphant in their regional opener, 69-58, over West Chicago. Kedrowski was DGN’s leading scorer with 18 points and Brian Jakobsze chipped in with seven.

stop.” That offense usually relies on the power of the three, but the Redwings could not find their jump shot, going just 2-of-15 from beyond the arc, both coming from Schramek in the second half. Coming in, the team averaged nearly six triples a game. “The message at halftime was to just keep shooting,” Schramek said. “The shots that we normally hit were not falling, but they were bound to fall, so we just had to keep shooting. Missing threes doesn’t bother us because we make them in practice and we know we will make them. “We did not want to be defined as a shooting team. We knew it would be our strength, but we worked on driving, defense and

rebounding.” Kilbride credited the team following the adjustments at half as a key to the win. “They did a really good job of making us play on the perimeter in the first half, but we talked at halftime that we needed to play more inside out and Kathleen and Eshoo and Stout did a good job of getting to the rim in the second half,” he said. “Once we play inside out, we get better looks. To get to the title game, Benet knocked off HomewoodFlossmoor 77-71. Eshoo had 29 points in that game, while Doyle tallied 17, Stout had 11 and Schramek added eight.

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Breaking down what ‘first right of refusal’ means You could just ask the developer — in writing — to waive his first right of refusal By dave ramsey dave says

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If you decided to sell within the timeframe specified in the first right of refusal contract you’d have to notify the developer you have a written offer on the property. Then, you have to give him a chance to buy the lot first at that price. Or, you could just ask the developer — in writing — to waive his first right of refusal if this is something you want to do. They’re in the business of selling lots, not buying them, so it may be an easy deal. —Dave

Dear Dave, I bought a piece of lake property not long ago, and the developer has first right of refusal if we decide to sell it. We originally looked at the property as an investment or building site, but I really don’t understand what first right of refusal means. Craig Dear Craig, A lot depends on the wording, but typically it means that you can sell property to another buyer subject to the developer not wanting to buy it back at that price.

Dear Dave, Is it a good idea not only to

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Spring Craft Bonanza. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, 3rd Floor Auditorium, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. Talented crafters in woodwork, ceramics, wearable art, Tastefully Simple and more. Event is free. For more information, call 630-963-1300 or visit www. dgparks.org. ReDiscover Movie Night ‘Howards End’. 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Tivoli Theater, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. ReDiscover: Celebrating Home is a program involving several area libraries. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased in advance at the theatre box office or online at www.ClassicCinemas.com. For more information on ReDiscover and a full list of events, visit www. re-discover.org. Candidate Forum. 7-9:30 p.m. in the Downers Grove Village Council Chambers, 801 Burlington Ave. The Leuague of Women Voters of Downers Grove/ Woodridge/Lisle will host a forum for Downers Grove mayoral and village commissioner candidates in the April 7 Consolidated Election. Mayoral candidates from 7-8 p.m.; commissioner candidates from 8:10-9:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.dgwl.il.lwvnet.org or call 630-964-9760.

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Woodridge Library Renovation Public Meeting. 10 a.m. at the Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Drive. The Woodridge Public Library will begin an extensive interior renovation that includes a redesign of the library’s layout to better serve their patrons. Library Administrator Susan McNeil Marshall and library board members will share an overview of renovation plans. Read to the Dogs. 7 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Share a story with some doggylisteners duringthis children’s event. For more information, visit www.dglibrary.org.

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Veronica Roth at Tivoli Theatre. 2 p.m. at the Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Anderson’s Bookshop is welcoming Veronica Roth, bestselling author of the Divergent trilogy. She will do a presentation and a Q&A, followed by a showing of “Divergent.” Tickets are $25 and include a pre-signed copy of “Insurgent.” Tickets are available at Anderson’s Bookshop and online at www.andersonsbookshop.com/ event/veronica-roth-2. Food for Fines. Between March 14 and March 22, Downers Grove

—Dave diversify among various mutual funds, but also among different Investment or companies that sell mutual debt? funds? Brian Dear Dave, Dear Brian, I’d like to send my kids There’s no need to do Dave Says to a private Christian that. Find one good broker money advice by school, and they would you’re comfortable with dave ramsey begin classes the same and who has the heart of a month we’ll finally be teacher. You want to know what’s out of debt. We would have to going on with your money, and pay this out over the course of finding someone who can explain the school year, so would you it well and help you understand consider this to be an investment the details is a must. or more debt? Just make sure your broker Ed is not directly connected to the Dear Ed, mutual fund. You don’t want I don’t borrow money whether someone with a vested interest. it’s an investment or not. But lots What you’re looking for here is of private schools have tuition a person who can objectively plans where you don’t have to connect you to a good mutual borrow money, and you just make fund, with a solid track record of two or three payments during the at least five to 10 years. academic year.

Library, 1050 Curtiss St., patrons can donate food to the West Suburban Community Pantry to reduce their late fees. Blood Drive. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. To schedule your appointment in advance (recommended), call LifeSource at 877-543-3768 or go to www. lifesource.org and use code 184G. Walk-ins are also welcome. Easter Egg Hunt & Party. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Scholastica School, 7720 Janes Ave., Woodridge. The Knights of Columbus Council 5918 will host an Easter Egg Hunt and Party featuring the Easter Bunny performing for the children. Families from St. Scholastica and Christ the Servant are encouraged to attend. Hot dogs, chips, milk, juice and cookies will be served. The Knights of Columbus are hosting this event at no cost. For more information and to rsvp, email joe. testolin@ameritech.net. SAT Practice Test. noon-4:30 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. DGPL Conference Room A. Arrive 5 minutes early and bring a calculator, #2 pencils, and a snack. For more information, contact Lynette at lpitrak@dglibrary. org with questions.

I don’t know if I would really call that a debt, because you can always take the child out of the school if you see you can’t make the payment. Just make sure you carefully look over any contract involved and know what you’re getting into before you sign up for the ride. You don’t want to obligate yourself to money you don’t have, especially when you’ve worked so hard to get out of debt. Just save up, and have a place in your budget for tuition. —Dave

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F14030044 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY- WHEATON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. William Zouvas aka William B. Zouvas aka William B. Zouvas, Jr.; Irene M. Notz; Citibank, National Association fka Citibank (South Dakota) N.A.; Jayne Zouvas; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. 14 CH 779 Property Address: 3005 White Drive, Woodridge, Illinois 60517 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on December 11, 2014, I, Sheriff, John E Zaruba of Dupage County, Illinois, will hold a sale on April 14, 2015 , commencing at 10 AM, at the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 3005 White Drive, Woodridge, Illinois 60517 P.I.N.: 08-23-409-002 First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $215,305.06 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 PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (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. The property will not be open for inspection. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Dupage County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.alolawgroup. com 24 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) I645359 Published 3/4, 3/11, 3/18

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F14030044 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY- WHEATON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. William Zouvas aka William B. Zouvas aka William B. Zouvas, Jr.; Irene M. Notz; Citibank, National Association fka Citibank (South Dakota) N.A.; Jayne Zouvas; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. 14 CH 779 Property Address: 3005 White Drive, Woodridge, Illinois 60517 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on December 11, 2014, I, Sheriff, John E Zaruba of Dupage County, Illinois, will hold a sale on April 14, 2015 , commencing at 10 AM, at the DuPage County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: LOT 2 IN BLOCK 25 IN WINSTON HILLS UNIT THREE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTIONS 23 AND 24, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED FEBRUARY 8, 1967 AS DOCUMENT R67-3661, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 3005 White Drive, Woodridge, Illinois 60517 P.I.N.: 08-23-409-002 First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $215,305.06 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 PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (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. The property will not be open for inspection. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Dupage County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.alolawgroup. com 24 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) I645359 Published 3/4, 3/11, 3/18

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Trivia night benefits Henry Puffer students More than 100 supporters attended event, which funds PTA, school programs By Christine M. Demma for the bugle

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Brainpower and dance moves were on display during the Puffer– Hefty PTA March Madness Trivia fundraiser Saturday in Downers Grove. The American Legion Hall was filled with more than 100 school supporters who gathered to play eight rounds of trivia ranging from sports questions to pop culture. The fundraiser ended in a dance competition to break a three-way tie between teams Amore-etto Sours, Uncommon Core and the Robert Crowners. A Name that Tune tiebreaker did not seal the deal between the three teams, but a dance-off propelled the Robert Crowners to first. Trivia participants were able to

bid on several silent auction items, including family fun outings, baskets filled with goodies, sports tickets and having their child’s name in lights on the Belmont Sign for their birthday. Also included in the silent auction was homemade artwork by students at Henry Puffer School. Each classroom created a one-of-a-kind Chicago skyline with their fingerprints. Kristin Noonan, a trivia night organizer, said the PTA has an event every year to fund programs for the PTA and raise money to go towards the school. Last year, the PTA purchased park benches and learning labs, she said. The DuPage Children’s Museum comes to the school and conducts the learning labs for students. For more information about the Puffer-Hefty PTA, visit www.pufferhefty.my-pta. org.

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(Left, going clockwise) During the third trivia round, individuals who purchased flashing ring were able to participate in a stand upsit down game where random questions were asked and participants had to either standup or sit down.; Each classroom at Henry Puffer School in Downers Grove created finger paintings of the Chicago skyline, which were included in the silent auction during Puffer-Hefty PTA March Madness Trivia Night fundraiser.; Trivia participants bid on silent auction items during the Puffer-Hefty PTA March Madness Trivia Night event Saturday at the American Legion Hall in Downers Grove.

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