June 17, 2015 vol. 7 issue 29
Village board lifts 2010 ordinance, approves eight video gaming licenses
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community Argonne breaks ground on ‘green’ power plant Plant will replace current central steam plant
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business Lieutenant governor to speak at DGEDC annual luncheon
Westmont Street Fair, Cruisin’ Nights continue to grow in popularity By Joan Rykal | For The Bugle he Westmont Street Fair and Cruisin’ Nights event has grown every year, especially with the village’s decision to block off a portion of Cass Avenue. Bob Reid, vice president of Westmont Special Events, said the decision made a few years ago to block off portions of Cass Avenue for the weekly event -- held Thursday evenings throughout the summer -- made a big difference in attendance. “It has doubled every year since we made the decision three years ago,” he said. “Last year, we had more than 190 cars for cruise night.” Reid said people like to just sit and talk with friends and exhibitors and not worry about traffic.
Classic cars line the downtown Westmont streets for the Westmont Street Fair and Cruisin’ Nights. (Photo By Joan Rykal | For The Bugle)
See ‘STREET’ on page 15 Classic car painted with the colors of the American flag was one of many on display during the June 4 Westmont Street Fair and Cruisin’ Nights. (Photo By Joan Rykal | For The Bugle)
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sports Keeping tradition Plainfield North’s Polonus is Voyager Media’s top player
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Craig and Kathy Wissmiller of Downers Grove in front of their 1937 Ford Humpback. The Big Boy memorabilia is a nod to the couple’s first date. (Photo By Joan Rykal | For The Bugle)
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Third time’s a charm for video gaming in Woodridge Village board lifts 2010 ordinance, allows eight video gaming licenses By jonathan samples Bugle Staff
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Video gaming proponents hit the jackpot earlier this month,
with the Woodridge Village Board approving an ordinance that allows as many as eight gaming licenses in the village. The board approved the ordinance at its June 4 meeting, and Woodridge Mayor Gina
Cunningham said the decision was not an easy one to make. “This will be the third time that we formally have addressed [video gaming] and voted on it,” Cunningham said prior to the vote. “We also have had workshops and extensive public discussion early on.” The most recent vote lifted a
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Parking lot construction starts Monday at Belmont Station Parking restrictions, limited access expected The village of Downers Grove announced Friday that Commuter Parking Lot H at the Belmont Avenue Metra Station will undergo complete reconstruction starting
Monday, June 22. The project, which officials expect to be completed by October, involves full pavement and storm sewer replacement, installation of a new lighting system, and installation of a bio swale median. An Americans with Disabilities Act accessible walkway and a
higher capacity bike rack will be included in the new parking lot. The project will be funded by both the Village of Downers Grove and Metra. The village said residents should be aware of some temporary
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Argonne breaks ground on ‘green’ power plant
Paul Kearns (left), deputy laboratory director for operations and COO; Joanna Livengood, Argonne site office manager for the U.S. DOE; Neil Petchers, president and CEO of NORESCO; and Gail Stine, director of facilities management, break ground on Argonne National Laboratories’ new combined heat and power plant. (Photo by Andrea Earnest)
Plant will replace current central steam plant By Andrea Earnest bugle staff
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Argonne National Laboratory and the U.S. Department of Energy broke ground Friday on a new combined heat and power plant, which officials say will be more efficient and environmentally friendly than its predecessor. The plant has been in development for about 10 years and will replace the current central steam plant, which is more than 50
years old and fueled by natural gas and coal boilers. “[The new plant] will convert waste heat into electricity here at the site, and it’s going to give us 6.3 megawatts of power,” said Greg Jonas, associate division director of infrastructure and project director. The funds for this project came from a multimillion-dollar Energy Savings Performance Contract. EnergyservicescompanyNORESCO also provided $22.6 million for the installation of Argonne’s new power plant and equipment, as well as $18.7 million for plant operations,
maintenance and repair. Neil Petchers, president and CEO of NORESCO, said he has enjoyed the partnership between Argonne and his company, adding that that those who work at Argonne should take pride in their work and this project. The DOE will repay NORSECO approximately $3.5 million annually over the 15-year contract term using funds from the power plant’s expected energy savings. After that, Argonne will retain the savings. The new addition will allow the lab to produce a portion of its own power, including electricity and steam heat for Argonne’s 1,700acre campus and 3,400 full-time employees. The lab will also be protected from outside grid power service interruptions, according to spokeswoman Sarah Schlieder. The new building will run on natural gas and help to reduce the lab’s carbon footprint, saving more than more than 33,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions each year. Schlieder said the annual savings are the equivalent of removing more than 5,700 cars from the road. Paul Kearns, deputy laboratory director for operations and chief operating officer for Argonne, said the heat and power plant is a different type of facility and worthy of celebration. “We’ve gotten our money’s worth out of the old facility,” Kearns said.
“Now, It’s time to move forward and take advantage of new technologies.” Projections indicate that the plant will save $3 million in energy savings during its first year and
more than $52.3 million in savings over the 15-year ESPEC contract term. The plant will also provide 20 percent of Argonne’s electricity needs and 80 percent of its steam heat throughout the year.
www.dupagecrimestoppers.com • 800.222.tips W ednesday, June 17, 2015 | bug lenewspapers.com 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.
p.m. June 4 at Naperville Road for violating an order of protection.
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Danielle Grady, 38, 599 Park Place Apt. 2, Glen Ellyn, was arrested at 7:26 p.m. June 5 in the 4100 block of Finley Road for a warrant.
Rashaan A. Smith, 42, 343 Hyde Park Ave., Bellwood, was arrested at 7:37 a.m. June 3 in the 100 block of Second Street for domestic battery. Alexander J. Miller, 19, 4323 Elm St. Apt. B, Downers Grove, was arrested at 9:47 a.m. June 3 at the residence for domestic battery and criminal damage. Michele A. Longo, 61, 8944, W. Grand Ave., River Grove, was arrested at 3:56 p.m. June 3 in the 7300 block of Lemont Road for retail theft - village ordinance. Jose L. Torrez Lopez, 19, 810 Foxworth Blvd. Apt. 212, Lombard, was arrested at 11 p.m. June 3 at Belmont Road and Haddow Avenue for no valid driver’s license. Scott W. Long, 48, 1852 Curtiss St., Downers Grove, was arrested at 11
Frank R. Bobek, 72, 4 Cambridge Drive, Oak Brook, was arrested at 4 p.m. June 5 in the 1100 block of Butterfield Road for disorderly conduct.
Elio A. Distaola, 37, 17 N. Hillside Ave. Apt. 8, Hillside, was arrested at 8:45 p.m. June 5 in the 3300 block of Finley Road for retail theft. Justin James McWilliams, 20, 3727 Sterling Road, Downers Grove, was arrested at 1:10 a.m. June 6 in the 4500 block of Downers Drive for possession of drug paraphernalia, underage consumption and the possession of cannabis.
Westmont Albert Fones, 21, 522 S. Adams St., Westmont, was arrested at 3:55 p.m. June 1 in the 400 block of South Cass Avenue for driving with a suspended driver’s license, suspended registration, illegal transportation of open alcohol and
operating an uninsured vehicle. Dave Adaya, 41, 7018 Wilcox Ave., Darien, was arrested at 7 p.m. June 1 in the 6300 block of South Cass Avenue for driving with a suspended driver’s license and possession of drug paraphernalia. An unknown offender(s) stole vehicle parts from a vehicle parked in the 700 block of Vandustrial Drive sometime between 8 p.m. May 29 and 6:30 a.m. June 2. Total loss is $1,200. Danielius Krikscikas, 23, 14911 E. 127th St., Lemont, was arrested at 11 p.m. June 2 in the 6300 block of South Cass Avenue for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. Albert Fones, 31, 522 S. Adams St., Westmont, was arrested at 11:40 p.m. June 2 in the 500 block of South Adams Street for domestic battery, aggravated assault, resisting arrest and criminal damage to property. An unknown offender(s) stole currency from a vehicle parked in the 0-100 block of West 60th Street sometime between 10:30 a.m. and 11 p.m. June 4. Total loss is $15.
belmont | from page 2 changes that will take place during the two-phase project. Both dailyfee and permit parking for Parking Lot H and Lot G will be impacted. Parking Lot H will only be accessible via Chase Avenue during Phase I of the project, and the lot will only be accessible via Belmont Road during Phase II of the project. Since space will be limited at Parking Lot H during Phases I and II, drop-offs will only take place
gaming | from page 2 2010 ordinance that prohibited video gaming in the village. The new ordinance allows businesses meeting a number of qualifications to apply for a video gaming license. Eligible businesses must hold an A-1 or A-3 liquor license for a minimum of 12 months, have a minimum of 2000 square feet of total floor area and hold a valid state of Illinois video gaming license. Additionally, restaurant services must be the primary business conducted on the premises, including preparing food in an on premise kitchen.
An unknown offender(s) stole flowers from a business in the 600 block of Pasquinelli Drive sometime between 11:30 p.m. June 3 and 10:30 a.m. June 4. Total loss is $20. An unknown offender(s) slashed three tires on a vehicle parked in the 6600 block of South Cass Avenue sometime between 5:30 p.m. June 4 and 3 a.m. June 5. Total loss is $390. An unknown offender(s) slashed two tires on a vehicle parked in the 6700 block of Park Lane sometime between 10 a.m. June 4 and 9 a.m. June 5. Total loss is $250. Eleazar Hernandez, 46, 4103 Douglas Road, Downers Grove, was arrested at 7:50 a.m. June 6 in the 200 block of East Ogden Avenue for driving with a suspended driver’s license and expired registration. An unknown offender(s) broke a window on a vehicle parking in the 600 block of Pasquinelli Drive and stole tools between 9 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. June 6. Total loss is $700.
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Woodward Avenue and Sunnydale for the possession of cannabis. Jennifer Kurz, 34, 470 N. Kenilworth Ave., Glen Ellyn, was arrested at 3:15 p.m. May 31 in the 1000 block of 75th Street for child endangerment, child neglect and possession of drug paraphernalia. An unknown offender(s) entered a parked vehicle and removed an iPad and a child safety seat in the 8000 block of Woodward Avenue between 7:45 and 8 p.m. May 31. Kimberly Mansfield, 57, 324 S. Cass Ave., Westmont, was arrested at 7:04 p.m. June 2 at Kohl’s, 1001 75th St., for retail theft. Asmitaben Patel, 32, 8212 Paddington Road, Woodridge, was arrested at 1 p.m. June 3 at Kohl’s, 1001 75th St., for retail theft. An unknown offender(s) removed an air conditioning unit from a home under construction in the 3200 block of Justamere Drive between midnight June 1 and 3 p.m. June 3.
Alexander Almaraz, 20, 7606 Woodridge Drive, Woodridge, was arrested at 1:07 a.m. May 29 at
on Burlington Avenue. Additional parking for the Belmont Station is available at PACE’s Park-n-Ride located at 63rd Street and Belmont Road. Visit www.pacebus.com and enter rout No. 464 into the Route Finder tool for schedule locations. Additionally, ADA accessible parking will not be available at Parking Lot H during construction and will be relocated to Burlington Avenue adjacent to the PACE bus stop. PACE buses will not enter Parking Lot H during construction. All bus routes will utilize the bus
stop on Burlington Avenue just west of Belmont Road. The “Parking Lot H Improvements-Parking Guide,” which commuters can access on the village of Downers Grove website, shows alternate permit and daily-fee parking locations during construction. Residents can also find projects updates on the village’s website, www.downers. us, clicking on “Construction Updates” and scrolling down to the “Parking Lot Improvements, Lot H” link.
Some businesses had petitioned the village to consider and approve the ordinance, claiming there was a competitive disadvantage between Woodridge businesses and businesses in nearby communities that allow video gaming. The ordinance will attempt to correct this “competitive disadvantage,” but some members of the board were still not sold on the idea. “I think that we should have allowed the citizens of Woodridge appropriate time to review and be able to provide comments,” said Trustee Pamela Beavers, who voted against the ordinance. “I think what we’ve done is we’ve
allowed the businesses to come forward and tell us what they want, but we’ve not heard from our citizens.” Cunningham said she understands the struggles small businesses face and supports the business community, but added that she agreed with Beavers. “I, however, am not supportive of video gaming,” she said. Businesses must pay an annual $500 licensing fee and an annual fee of $250 per video gaming terminal. The village also said state and local regulations apply, including physical monitoring of video gaming areas by an employee over the age of 21.
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Introduction to the New Library Catalog. 10 a.m. at the Woodridge Library. Join us for a handson introduction to the new Library Catalog. We’ll take a look at the new features, cover basic search techniques, learn how to place holds, and review the My Account features.
JUNE 19
2D Game Design for Beginners. 2-4 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Teen program. Learn how to design a platform game, including level design, gravity, pickups, scoring, and creating enemies. For more information and to register, visit www. dglibrary.org or call 630-960-1200. Summer Nights Classic Car Show. 6-9 p.m. on Main Street from Maple to Franklin in downtown Downers Grove. Live entertainment from 7-9 p.m. at the Main Street train station. All classic cars are welcome. Featured cars must be pre1985. Trophy awarded to “best” featured car each week. Featured: Imports. Entertainment: Chris & The People.
Illinois, celebrated the association’s sesquicentennial anniversary, and more than 100 daily and non-daily newspapers throughout the state submitted more than 3,100 entries to the editorial and advertising awards competition. The staff of the Bugle, Enterprise and Sentinel newspapers took home numerous award during the 2015 convention. The editorial department earned nine awards, including first place in the contest for best illustration in Division B, second place in the contests for best website and business/economic reporting in Division C, and second place in the contests for informational graphic and illustration in Division B. “These awards show what great reporters and designers we have on staff,” Managing Editor Jonathan Samples said. “More than that, they demonstrate our commitment to
providing our readers with quality coverage of their communities and the news that is important to their daily lives.” The advertising department took home 10 awards, including first place for best classified section in Division H and second place for best ad series in Division I. Designer Steve Hodge also won a third-place award for best ad designer in Division I. “Being recognized as one of the best weekly newspapers in Illinois is a humbling and memorable experience,” Creative Director Andrew Samaan said. “I couldn’t be more grateful to have my staff recognized for their continuous efforts to publish award-winning weekly newspapers in such a competitive market.” The Illinois Press Association represents 450 daily and non daily newspapers. Its headquarters are in Springfield.
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Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the south parking lot of the Downers Grove Main Street Train Station. The market includes more than 60 vendors, a variety of local musicians, cooking demonstrations and more. For more information, visit www. ymcachicago.org. Free Electronics Recycling. 8 a.m. to noon at the Downers Grove Township Highway Department’s Westmont location, 318 E. Quincy St. The Downers Grove Township Highway Department will continue its free electronics recycling drop-off every third Saturday of the month (except for holiday weekends). The electronics recycling vendor for this program is COM2 Recycling Solutions. For a list of electronics that are acceptable for drop-off, visit www.com2recycling.com. For more information, call the Downers Grove Township Highway Department at 630-719-6625. Shred4Rescues. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Citadel Information Management, 827 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. Bring your confidential documents to shred and meet visiting rescue dogs and cats from local animal rescue groups that are all looking for homes. Each bag or box brought to shred requires a donation of $3. All proceeds raised will be donated to the local animal rescue groups in attendance. Children are welcome for
Food and Business Expo. Noon to 11 p.m. on Main Street in downtown Downers Grove. Check out your local businesses. Talk with the business owners and learn more about the products and services available in your backyard. For more information, visit www.rotarygrovefest.com.
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Dads Golf Free. Miner Mike’s Adventure Golf, 6801 Main St., Downers Grove. Dad’s golf free with a paying child.. For more information, call 630963-8793 or visit www.dgparks.org. Food and Business Expo. Noon to 11 p.m. on Main Street in downtown Downers Grove. See above for more information. Dads swim free on Father’s Day at Cypress Cove. Woodridge Park District. Green Screen Photography. 2-4 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Learn photography basics with Tom Callahan, creator of Critical Visuals Club. Take photographs in front of a green screen and use Photoshop to insert backgrounds of your choosing. Attend both classes. Second class June 21. For more information and to register, visit www.dglibrary.org or call 630-960-1200.
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TRADITION Senior is 4th Player of the Year from the Tigers in past 5 years
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The tradition continues. For the third straight year and for the fourth time in five years, a Plainfield North player is the Voyager Media Soccer Player of the Year. This player, however, did things a different way. In the past, it was a barrage of goal scoring that brought the attention of others across the state. In this case, it was a stingy defensive effort teamed up with a great free kick that brought her to the top. That role fits Plainfield North senior Brooke Polonus, who is the 2015 Voyager Media Soccer Player of the Year. “I worked a lot on my free kicks,” Polonus said. “Honestly, I think it is a mental thing. I know I am going to play college soccer, so I had to think about playing like they would. I knew I had to get better. I think my mental game got a lot stronger and that helped me get better.” Polonus finished the year with five goals and four assists from the back row of the defense and led the Tigers to a seventh straight SPC title and undefeated conference season. “Our defense this year was the strongest it has ever been,” Polonus said. “We had to play from the back a lot, so it is good to
get the recognition. We had a very strong backline this year.” “Brooke is a four-year starter at center back,” North coach Jane Crowe said. “She has anchored our back line that has only given up 14 goals this season. Brooke has a rare combination of size, strength, skill, and speed that makes her very difficult to beat. Brooke was voted All-state and SPC MVP.” Polonus is heading to the University of WisconsinMilwaukee to continue her career. Here is the rest of the 2015 Voyager Media All-Area team.
Kathia arredondo Joliet Central senior tallied seven goals and three assists this season. She will play next season at the University of St. Francis in Joliet. “Kathia is a very dynamic player. She is our captain on the field. We have to keep her in the middle of the field to help with her defending, but also gives her the chance to score goals for us,” said Central coach Erin Fahey. “We would love to always have her at forward, but we need her in the middle of the field to take control and give us scoring opportunities. Our team relies on her to get the job done. “
taylor BarZoWsKi The junior was one of Maine South’s captains this season, as
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plainfield North defender Brooke polonus is the Voyager media soccer player of the Year.
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all-area | from page 7 well as an All-CSL South and allsectional selection. She drew the team’s toughest defensive assignments, helping to lead the Hawks to a 16-5-3 record and a regional title this season. “Taylor is a wrecking ball for us in the back,” said Maine South coach J.J. Crawford. “She can man-mark, play the flat back, and catch a team’s fastest forwards. She does it all on the defensive end. Taylor is one of our, if not our, toughest players.”
ELLIE BUMPUS Benet coach Bob Gros said Bumpus, a junior midfielder and three-year varsity starter, “Is the engine of our team who tends to dominate the midfield by winning and controlling the ball.” She
totaled nine goals and nine assists, was named to the all-ESCC team and also named all-sectional. “Ellie sets up our offense with her accurate distribution and ability to hold the ball long enough to allow attacking runs to develop,” Gros added.
SAM ELSTER The Plainfield North junior midfielder had eight goals, and 12 assists on the year. “Sam is one of the most skilled players in the area,” Crowe said. “Her precision in passing is outstanding, and she has the ability to place a ball perfecting for her teammates making a run. Sam has emerged as one of the best center mids in the state.”
ERIN GRAEFEN A sophomore forward from Plainfield Central, Graefen tallied 15 goals on the season. “Erin is fantastic technically, tactically and in the air which
enables her to play any central position at an extremely high level,” Central coach Ken Schoen said. “I really can’t ask more from a player than what Erin provides. Erin’s combination of skill, intelligence, vision, speed, size and enthusiasm for the game make her one of the better players in the area.”
JAMIE HANSON The Illinois High School Soccer Coaches Association All-State selection from Lockport tallied four goals and two assists as a defender for the Porters.
CASSIDY HENSON Lockport goalie allowed only eight goals all season, for a .42 goals against average, while posting 12 shutouts. She was an All-Sectional selection.
EMMA HLAVIN Leadership, athleticism and stinginess in goal are the
characteristics that Benet coach Bob Gros said defines his senior goalkeeper, who sported a 0.63 goals-against average and 13 shutouts. “She is a winner who has anchored her teams to a sectional title and three regional championships during her four years as our starting varsity goalkeeper,” Gros said. “Emma’s verbal direction to our defense along with her excellent shot stopping ability and distribution with her feet have been a real key to the success of our team.”
JACQUIE KAUFMAN The senior forward, a threeyear varsity starter for coach Gros and the Benet Redwings, is headed to the University of Texas at Dallas to continue her soccer career. Kaufman, an All-ESCC and all-sectional pick, scored 11 goals and six assists this spring. “Jacquie is a great combination of speed, endurance, and competitive spirit,” Gros said. “She has been our most valuable offensive player this season.
Jacquie’s ability to attack the goal on a consistent basis constantly creates dangerous situations for opposing teams.”
NICHOLE LOPATIN There is arguably not a more prolific goal-scorer in the area than Lopatin, a junior forward who set Niles West’s single-season record as a sophomore with 19, and blew by that total with a 36goal season this spring. Coach Brett Clish said Lopatin utilized her speed to not only put herself in a position to receive a pass and score, but also to break away from defenders. “She can use both her right and left foot,” he said. “Hopefully she’ll continue the same (scoring) output (her senior year) but step up to a leadership role, mature as a player and help out teammates both on and off the field.”
ABIGAIL LUND Sophomore central defensive midfielder from Bolingbrook had nine goals and six assists on the season. She was named to the AllSWSC and All-Sectional teams. “All of our offense runs through Abby, she is our most dynamic
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Jacquie Kaufman of Benet was named to the Voyager Media All-Area team.
all-area | from page 8 offensive player,” said Bolingbrook coach Matt Kocourek. “She had three goals on set pieces 20-plus yards outside the goal.”
EMELA MEHICEVIC Mehicevic, a junior centermid for Niles West, established a new school single-season record for assists this season with 18, shattering the old mark, which was 10. “She got a lot stronger with the ball,” said Niles West coach Brett Clish. “Her handling of the ball with pressure improved a lot and her distribution got that much better. I see her next year hopefully with her production being the same but more of a leader on and off the field.”
ELLIE METROS The senior center-mid is an all-state Section 2 pick as well as an All-West Suburban Silver selection. Though she scored 10 goals and had six assist, Metros also was a defensive catalyst, helping the Trojans reach double
digits in shutout victories this season. “Ellie has been our strongest player throughout the season,” said DGN coach Bob Calder. “She effectively combines fast-paced effort with composure. Her leadership and control through the middle of the field has played a big part in our team only letting in 12 goals this season (through 21 games).”
AVA PORLIER The senior D o w n e r s South all-state midfielder and two-year captain, who was part of the Mustangs’ 2012 third-place state squad, finished this season with 11 goals—five of
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Wedn esday, June 17, 2015 | bug leneW spapers.com all-area | from page 9 which were game-tying or gamewinning goals—and seven assists. The Valparaiso University recruit also is a three-time All-West Suburban Gold team member and finished her career with 21 goals and 21 assists. “This year Ava really stepped into a leadership role this season,” said Downers South coach Chris Hernandez. “On the field, Ava was a combative and physical presence who combined great stamina and composure to be an inspirational figure that could be counted on during the biggest moments.”
autumn rasmussen Rasmussen, a junior forward for first-year coach Chris Hernandez’s Downers South Mustangs, netted 15 goals (including four gamewinners) and 11 assists in 2015 while receiving All-West Suburban Gold and all-sectional honors. She has scored 32 goals in her
career so far, and Hernandez expects more of the same in 2016. “What makes Autumn unique is her ability to take defenders on,” Hernandez said. “This allows her to be in dangerous positions where she can set up a teammate or score herself. Net year, I expect Autumn to focus on the details of her game and become even more clinical in front of the goal. Autumn is another of our girls who demands respect simply with her ability and work effort. I expect that leadership to be shown next year.”
jessica ridderhoff Calder calls Ridderhoff , a Washington University recruit, “Our most dangerous forward this season.” The senior scored 12 goals and had four assists, was a
Section 2 allsectional pick and was named all-conference in the West Su b u r b a n Silver. “She has developed into a very dangerous player, willing to take any defender one-on-one as well as having an excellent shot from distance,” Calder said.
hannah rieKer Junior midfielder from Minooka tallied five goals and three assists on the season. She was named All-SWSC and honorable mention All-Sectional. “Hannah is a dynamic player who is extremely dangerous on the wing,” said Minooka coach Christopher Brolley.
Kerry slaga Led Westmont with 27 goals this year en route to a regional championship.
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DOWNERS SOUTH SOFTBALL what do you use twitter for? I like to follow a lot of Kent Murphy tweets. I follow my friends. I don’t do too much too often, but I’m on it a lot. who do you like to follow? Kent Murphy, obviously. He’s a funny tweeter. I follow comedians and a lot of friends. I follow a lot of softball players like Monica Abbott. I follow a lot of colleges. How often do you tweet? Maybe once a week or two weeks. are you committed to a college? Do you follow them on twitter? I am committed to the University of Maryland. I definitely follow them. they are always on my news feed.
Stirrett was another key member of the Plainfield North defense, adding one goal and three assists from the back mid position. “Reyse is our defensive mid, and is a big reason for our defensive success this season,” Crowe said. “She plays right in front of the back four, and is outstanding at winning balls in both the air and on the ground. She has a great engine and does a lot of the work that goes unnoticed.” - Mark Gregory and Mike Sandrolini contributed
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Lieutenant governor to speak at DGEDC annual luncheon Record turnout expected for event, which will include local business leaders The Downers Grove Economic Development Corporation announced last week that Lt. Gov. Evelyn Sanguinetti will be the keynote speaker at the group’s annual luncheon. The event is scheduled for Thursday will be held at the DoubleTree Suites Hotel in Downers Grove. David Fox, president of Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, will introduce Sanguinetti. Advocate
Good Samaritan Hospital is the groundbreaker sponsor of the annual luncheon. “It is an honor to have Lt. Gov. Sanguinetti speak at our Annual Luncheon,” DGEDC President and CEO Michael Cassa said in a release. Cassa will also deliver the annual economic development report at the event. The 2015 Cornerstone Awards will also be presented at the luncheon. The Cornerstone
Awards recognize three important projects that have been completed in the last year. The group said it expects a record turnout for the event, which will include local business leaders, as well as state, county
and local elected officials. The luncheon program begins at 11 :40 a.m., with registration opening at 11 a.m. Tickets can be reserved by visiting www.dgedc.com. or calling 630-729-0380.
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Food and Business Expo. Noon to 11 p.m. on Main Street in downtown Downers Grove. See above for more information. Swim Under the Stars. 8 10 p.m. at Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park, 8301 S. Janes Ave., Woodridge. Bring your whole family to Cypress Cove for an evening of swimming under the stars. These nights are sure to be a fun break from swimming in the sun. For more information, visit www.cypresscove.org.
JUNE 23
Summer Concert Series – Cowboy Jukebox. 7 p.m. at Fishel Park, on Grove Street in downtown Downers Grove. Free entertainment with food and drinks available for purchase. Age: All Ages. Fee: Free, food, beer and wine available for sale. For more information, visit www.dgparks. org. Evening Book Discussion: You Are One of Them. 7 p.m. at the Woodridge Library. Join us to enjoy a wide variety of books and lively discussions this summer. Copies of books will be available one month before the discussions. Register and pick up a book copy at the Adult/ Young Adult Reference Desk.
JUNE 24
Summer Concert Series. 7 p.m. at Westminster Park, 1320 Westminster Drive, Woodridge. Istvan and His Imaginary Band (Children’s Entertainer). Bring your chairs and blankets to a
neighborhood park on Wednesday evenings this summer for a free concert in the park. Concerts ends at 8 p.m. For more information, visit www.woodridgeparks.org. The Chauffers–2015 Summer Concert Series. 7 - 8:30 p.m. at Ty Warner Park in Westmont. 1950’s-1960’s Tribute Band. For more information, contact the Westmont Park District at 630-963-5252.
JUNE 25-28
Rotary Grove Fest. The Rotary Club of Downers Grove will host the 2015 Rotary Grovefest in downtown Downer Grove. Attraction include carnival rides, food, music and more. For more information, visit www. rotarygrovefest.com.
JUNE 25
Low Maintenance & Container Gardening. 7 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Think you need a big house with a spacious yard to start gardening? Think again. Nina Koziol, Chicagoland Gardening Magazine columnist, shows you how to plant and maintain a container garden - in whatever size space you have. Geared toward ages 21-40. For more information and to register, visit www.dglibrary.org or call 630-960-1200. Every Superhero Sews: Sewing 101. 6:30 p.m. at Woodridge Library.
JUNE 26
Relay for Life. Relay For Life of Downers Grove and Woodridge McCollum Park, on Main and
67th streets. Attend this heartwarming event to celebrate cancer survivors. Fun activities for all ages...open to the public. For more information, visit www.cancer.org.
JUNE 27
Craft Show. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fishel Park, west of Main Street on Grove Street. Visit more than 50 crafters and their handmade artwork. Art and craft sellers include ceramics, yard art, doll cloths, glass art, jewelry, photography and more. Hosted by theDownersGroveJuniorWoman’s Club. For more information, visit www.rotarygrovefest.com. Coffee with Mayor & Board. 8-9 a.m. at Echo Point Park. Residents are encouraged to attend a Coffee with the Mayor and Village Board. This event will provide an opportunity for attendees to have informal discussions with their elected officials about the Woodridge community. Come on out and enjoy some conversation along with free coffee and donuts!
JUNE 28
Downers Grove 5 Miler. 7:30 a.m. at the Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave. The Downers Grove Park District, in cooperation with the village, will present this annual run through the scenic residential streets of Downers Grove. A CARA Certified Race, this USATF certified 5-mile rolling course starts and finishes at the Lincoln Center. The course is well marked and monitored and includes two water stations. For more information or to sign up, visit www.dgparks.org.
STREET | from page 1 If you ask exhibitors and the people who attend this popular summer event, they enjoy how welcome they feel to be a part of the lively street fair, which also features live music, entertainment, food and participation from local businesses. Craig and Kathy Wissmiller of Downers Grove, who have exhibited their 1937 Ford Humpback in the classic car show for the past four years, said the event’s “community feel” is what draws in a crowd. “We do other shows in the area but this is our favorite,” Kathy says. “The village is very accommodating. They help you find the right space and just welcome you in.” The village kicked off the 2015 season on June 4, and this year has extended the closure of Cass north to Naperville Road due to the growing popularity. The event is scheduled to run every Thursday through August from 5 to 9 p.m. and will feature different themes each week, including squad car night, custom cars, rat rods and hot rods, and a notable “Vettes vs. T-Birds” theme. Car exhibitors enjoy the roominess of the Westmont event in comparison to other town’s cruise nights. Greg Wolf of Downers Grove brings his 1956 Ford to the show and says he comes because of all the room. Wolf parks his car next to his friends’ classic cars, and the group enjoys a night of camaraderie and cars.
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Bill Liddle of Westmont, who parks his 1970 red Corvette next to Wolf’s, says he likes the event because his friends, and their cars, are here. Local businesses also enjoy the popularity of the event. Michael Cairo, who owns and operates Neat Kitchen + Bar, says the show is great for his business, which is a sponsor of the event. “Anything that brings people to my front door is fun for us,” he said. Cairo brought in a mobile laser tag company that set up in the space next to the restaurant for children to enjoy, and said he has different brewers and distillers scheduled each week for the adults to try. Westmont resident Anne Kish and her daughter Mary try to come out and enjoy the community event every Thursday night. Kish thinks it’s fun having the streets closed off, while Mary says the classic cars are neat. Jason Pecard, president of the Westmont Renaissance Alliance, believes social media is another factor the show has grown in popularity. “We encourage residents on our Facebook page to come to these events,” he said. “Social media, combined with word of mouth, has seen the show’s attendance grow.” Larry McIntyre, communications director for the village of Westmont, said attendance averaged around 1,500 people per night last year. For a full schedule of events, visit www.westmont.illinois.gov.
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