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Experience of A LIFETIME Downers Grove resident finds calling in Peace Corps service By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter
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owners Grove North graduate Casey Conger knew at a young age she wanted to serve in the Peace
Corps. When she was only 13, Conger was exposed to the stories of a family friend’s experience in the Corps. That’s the first time she realized it was something she wanted to do. “I remember just absorbing her stories, and I thought this Peace Corps thing sounded really cool,” Conger said. In February 2011, she made that dream a reality, serving nearly two and a half years in a small Paraguayan village called Potrero Báez. Earlier this month, Conger returned to Latin America, where she will spend the next year teaching English and volunteering in Panama. Although not through the Peace Corps, Conger’s recent journey to Santiago, a city about five hours from Panama’s capital, was born directly out of her experience with
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Casey Conger stands with a preschool class she taught during her two and a half year Peace Corps assignment in Potrero Báez, Paraguay.
the Corps. Using part of her readjustment allowance, Conger traveled all throughout South America and part of Central America after her assignment in Paraguay ended. While visiting an old friend in Panama, Conger had a revelation. “I realized that there were a lot of opportunities in that area,including teaching English,” she said. “That is something that I am interested in, and it would be a way to sustain myself while I work as a volunteer
doing non-governmental organization work.” Conger first developed a passion for international service as a freshman at DePaul University. She co-founded a DePaul chapter of Medical Brigades, a student organization that develops sustainable health initiatives and provides relief where there is limited access to healthcare. While in college, she embarked on several international service missions to
such countries as Belize and Honduras. And while the stories of her family friend initially sparked her interest in the Peace Corps, these trips were what ultimately sealed that fate. “After getting this experience, I knew the Peace Corps was something that I wanted to do and something I could handle,” She said. See PEACE CORPS, page 27
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DuPage County to look into storm water utility By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter
Gov. Pat Quinn recently signed a bill that would allow DuPage County to establish a stormwater utility fee. But it still isn’t clear what effect it will have on property owners. “We don’t know what that program would even look like, so we can’t really talk about what the impact would be,” Downers Grove spokesperson Doug Kozlowski said. “They are in the preliminary stages of discussion.” Downers Grove instituted a stormwater utility of its own earlier this year, and one concern of residents is whether they will be charged twice for the same storm water infrastructure projects. Kozlowski said it’s too early to guess how a county stormwater fee would be assessed or what types of projects it would fund. He said the village will work with the county to “ensure that any new system is equitable as
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April floods that prompted Gov. Quinn to sign new stormwater bill dropped over six inches of rain on Downers Grove in a 24-hour period.
well as effective. “Downers Grove does realize the importance of effective storm water management.” DuPage County’s stormwater utility infrastructure is currently
funded through a portion of property taxes, but any new fee would likely be assessed based on the amount of runoff on a property. Whether the storm water fee would take form in
the shape of a utility bill or tax is something the county would determine down the road. The village of Downers Grove uses the total amount of impervious area on a village parcel to calculate how much a property owner pays in the form of a monthly utility fee. The fee is based on Equivalent Runoff Units, which are equal to 3,300 square feet of impervious area, and that equates to a monthly fee between $6.30 and $12.60 for single-family residences.
Their system allows residents to take certain measures to reduce the amount of runoff such as installing rain barrels, a rain garden, dry well cistern or permeable pavers. Depending on the action taken by a property owner they can earn a one-time incentive or a stormwater utility fee credit. Quinn cited this springs floods during a governor’s address on Aug. 13 as having inspired the new legislation. “The historic April flood reminded us of Mother Nature’s strength and that we must work to protect our homeowners from future storms,” Quinn said in a press release. “This law helps governments prepare for heavy rain before it happens and prevent the possibility of great damage and loss to our communities.” The bill was sponsored by state Sen.Tom Cullerton, D-Villa Park; state Rep. Mike Fortner, R-West Chicago; and state Rep. Ron Sandack, R-Downers Grove. House Bill 1522 allows DuPage and Peoria counties to charge property owners a stormwater fee to fund infrastructure improvements and maintenance. Before voting on a stormwater utility fee or tax, the See STORMWATER, page 9
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Grove Foundation grants available for DG programs The Grove Foundation is pleased to announce its 2013 plan to award grant funding to local organizations and programs that benefit Downers Grove residents. “We believe that there are many outstanding, deserving, and eligible programs and events in Downers Grove that would benefit from a Grove Foundation Grant,” said Grove Foundation President Lois Kopis. “Our community has generously supported the Foundation for over 20 years.This is the second year of our new grant program. We hope to sustain worthwhile programs with our support.” The goal of the grant program is to support efforts that are unique, self-sustaining and/ or serve diverse populations. In order to be considered, projects must benefit Downers Grove residents. The deadline for submittal is Oct. 1. Eligible groups will be notified by Dec. 1 and grants will be distributed
on Dec. 15. Information detailing how to apply,what types of projects may qualify and the review process are listed on our website www. thegrovefoundation.org. The Grove Foundation is a nonprofit organization that exists to enrich the lives of Downers Grove Community Members by identifying, supporting, and promoting recreational, educational and community experiences through innovative and collaborative efforts. Founded in 1991, The Grove Foundation has financially supported a variety of programs including Little Sprouts, HGNA’s Chick Chat, SEASPAR activities, and Park District active adult events. It also created and sustains its own “Helping Children Grow” fifth grade recognition program. Funds are raised through two annual fundraisers – Passport to Fine Dining in the spring and a golf outing in the fall.
Village, Downtown celebrate reopening of Washington Street The village celebrated the completion of watermain, storm sewer, sanitary sewer and roadwork improvements on Washington Street near the downtown on Aug. 23. Members of the Village Council, Downtown Management Board and staff, together with area business owners and representatives of John Neri Construction Company, cut the ribbon on the newly resurfaced street. The project cost $940,000 and involved extensive infrastructure improvements on Washington Street between Burlington Avenue and Maple Avenue.Those improvements included a watermain replacement, storm sewer replacement, reconstruction of sanitary sewer manholes, reconstruction of failed curb and gutter sections,road resurfacing and striping,sidewalk replacement, and accessible curb extensions and crosswalk improvements. This coordinated investment in infrastructure will provide cost-effective delivery of water and sanitary services and improved drainage, according to a
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village press release. It has also resulted in safer and more aesthetically appealing streets and sidewalks, the release continues. Thevillagesaidtimelyandconsistentcommunication with those impacted by the construction played a critical role in minimizing the frustration that can often develop during projects. Letters, emails, e-news updates and door-to-door interactions were used to inform people about lane reconfigurations, weather delays and temporary road closures. “The businesses really appreciated the notifications and cooperation and are very happy with the new street in addition to the new parking spaces,” Downtown Manager Linda Kunze said. Road closures were kept to a minimum to reduce the impact on businesses along this important feeder street to the downtown area. “Support for the businesses and communication about the project was excellent,” said Sandy Agee, co-owner of Washington Street Barber Shop. “The signage helped everyone succeed and stay open.”
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Moving on
Cross to step down from House leadership to run for state treasurer By Nick Reiher Managing Editor
20 years in House
Tom Cross shocked a lot of people when they learned recently that not only would he be stepping down as Illinois House Minority Leader after 11 years, but he planned to run for Illinois Treasurer instead of another term in the House, where he has served for 20 years. That’s because very few people were supposed to know yet. Cross let the Illinois Republican Caucus know of his plans Wednesday, Aug. 21, so they could start planning for a new House leader. Somebody decided to toss away protocol and let it slip in advance of Cross’ official announcement sometime after Labor Day. Rumors have been out for months that Cross, an attorney first elected to the House in 1993, was interested in statewide office. Initially, the rumor was he was interested in running for Attorney General.That may have gone out the window when popular incumbent Democrat Lisa Madigan decided to stay put and not run for governor. The Oswego Republican who recently turned 55 said the office of state treasurer is what he wants, especially
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since incumbent Republican Dan Rutherford has announced his run for governor. “As I talked to people, whether it was at church, the gas station or my office, the issues were the same: high taxes and the state pensions,” he said.“I think I can have more impact as a financial watchdog.”
Cross said he loved his 20 years in the House. After he succeeded Lee Daniels as House Minority Leader in 2002, he has been credited with making the state business more inclusive for the party. Make that both parties. “I enjoyed working with (former Democratic state Sen.) A.J. Wilhelmi and (state Sen.) Linda Holmes,” Cross said.“I never minded reaching across the aisle to get things done.” Former state Rep. Brent Hassert represented Plainfield before Cross and also served as Cross’ deputy leader for several years. He said there is no one more qualified than Cross to keep an eye on the state’s finances. “For 11 years, he has been involved in (state) budget negotiations; he knows how the state works,” said Hassert, now a lobbyist.“He understands the dollars. And he knows the whole state and the dynamics with the City of Chicago, downstate and the suburbs.” Hassert said it was nothing for Cross, as Minority Leader, to hop in the car and spend two or three days in another part of the state helping fellow party
members with tough issues. And the accomplishments he is most proud of during his 20 years in the House include spearheading ethics and pension reform, and of being a staunch proponent of diabetes-related issues, including a bill recently signed by the governor that will help fund diabetes research. Cross’ daughter has Type 1 Diabetes.
Deaf ears Asked if he was worn down by Democrats’ overwhelming control of the state House and Senate, Cross said he was tired of reason falling on deaf ears. He believes that as treasurer, he can do more to get state officials to listen to reason. Hassert agreed.“As treasurer, he would be one of only a handful of constitutional officers. He could weigh in on a lot of different financial issues.” Cross said that’s the only reason he would consider leaving the House and the constituents he serves in the 84th District. “Sure, I could lose (the treasurer’s race),” he said.“But sometimes I think you have to take chances to make the world better.”
News Briefs Back to School in District 68 Woodridge School District 68 is gearing up for the start of the 2013-14 school year. If a student is not yet registered for school, parents are strongly encouraged to contact their child’s school immediately. Please note the following dates:
Wednesday, August 28: First Day of School (Grades 1-8) Elementary 8:20 a.m. - 2:55 p.m., Junior High 8:10 a.m.3:25 p.m.; Thursday, August 29: First Day of School (Kindergarten) AM Session 8:20-11:05 a.m., PM Session 12:10-2:55 p.m.; each elementary school will be holding an orientation for kindergarten parents and students prior to the start of the school year. Additional information can be found on the district and school websites www. woodridge68.org.
St. Mary of Gostyn in Downers Grove to begin food scrap composting St. Mary of Gostyn Parishioner and senior at Downers North, Clay Possidoni, built a two chamber compost bin for the St. Mary of Gostyn (SMG) Children’s
Garden for his Eagle Scout Project. The goal of the project was to build a sturdy, two chamber compost bin to provide organic material for the raised beds and other Children’s Garden plants. The compost bin also allows St. Mary School to compost food scraps, enhancing the outdoor education program and supporting Parish sustainability goals. The bin is constructed from cedar, an untreated natural material that fits well into the organic garden. SMG’s scrap composting initiative is a combined effort by SMG Parish and School, the SMG Green Team, SCARCE (School & Community Assistance for Recycling and Composting Education), and Possidoni. Scrap composting benefits the environment and is a great educational opportunity for SMG students. In addition, the St. Vincent DePaul Society will receive
produce harvested from the SMG Children’s Garden by SMG 3rd and 4th grade students. “This project connects our Scouts, school, Green Team and St. Vincent DePaul Society with service to our community, education about composting and care for our environment. We really appreciate these talented volunteers and supportive Parish staff,” said Hilary Denk, SMG Children’s Garden Coordinator.
Pace Bus - Solider Field Express for Bears Home Games Pace provides express service to Bears home games at Soldier Field from the Bolingbrook Park and Ride in Bolingbrook, Burr Ridge Metra Station, and Yorktown Shopping Center in Lombard. The cost is $4 per person each way and riders can pay cash - exact change is required
or riders can use the Pace Premium 10-Ride Plus ticket. Surcharges apply for riders using Pace/CTA passes. Free rides are available for Circuit Permit holders and up to two children (under 7 years old) riding with each fare-paying adult. Reduced fares are available for qualified riders. Bus leaves thirty Minutes after the game ends. Visit the Pace website for more information.
New Trustees Named to Village Board New individuals have recently joined the Village Board as Village Trustees. This includes Tim Goodwin, who had previously been a Plan Commissioner for 7 years, Mary Anne Blair who served on the Board of Police Commissioners for 16 years, and Mike Martinez who served See NEWS BRIEFS, page 5
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District 58 board ratifies three-year contract with educational support staff The Downers Grove Grade School District 58 Board of Education ratified a three-year contract with the Downers Grove Educational Support Personnel August 12. The contract approval follows the ratification of the contract by the DGESP and concludes the bargaining process, which began this past spring. The contract between District 58 and the DGESP applies to full-time and part-time secretaries, clerks and instructional assistants. “This contract reflects the careful consideration and cooperation of both the DGESP leaders and District 58 representatives,” District 58 Superintendent Kari Cremascoli said. “We are proud of the resulting agreement and look forward to implementing this agreement
NEWS BRIEFS Continued from page 4 on the Zoning Board of Appeals for 12 years and Board of Police Commissioners for 7 years. The latest addition to the Board is Trustee Mike Martinez, who replaced Trustee Dave Pittinger. Trustee Pittinger stepped down from the Village Board on August 8, 2013 due to his moving out of the state.
Village Voices announces fall 2013 schedule Village Voices is an enthusiastic community chorus based in Downers Grove. The adult SATB group will begin rehearsals for the 2013-14 season on Sept. 9 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Grove and Carpenter streets in Downers Grove. Rehearsals are held on the first and third Monday of each month from 7:30 to 9:15 p.m. September is an exception because of the Labor Day holiday. Later this fall Village Voices will give a repeat performance at Beacon Hill Senior Residence in Lombard. The program will feature music from stage and screen, the folk genre, patriotic
collaboratively over the next three years.” The contract ties annual raises to the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI). The contract also calls for increased professional development and training opportunities for instructional assistants, clerks and secretarial staff; and extended work hours for secretaries to provide for additional support and services to families, teachers and administrators beyond student attendance hours. “Both teams were able to come together and work in a cohesive and respectful manner, allowing for a positive outcome for all. The DGESP appreciates all the efforts made by the administrative team and looks forward to a great beginning of the new school year,” said DGESP co-president Emily Honn.
tunes, gospels and spirituals, vocal jazz and some light rock. Various instruments and soloists are added on many of the selections. “Village Voices -- just amazing! One of the best and most talented visiting choirs,” Paula Banno of Beacon Hill. A not-for-profit organization, Village Voices is directed by Marilyn E. Wilgocki and accompanied by Sarah Flanagan, both of Downers Grove. For further information or to schedule an audition please contact the director: Marilyn Wilgocki, (630) 971-1594 mew6617@sbcglobal.net. For more information, visit www. villagevoicesdg.org.
Bill targeting state’s heroin epidemic becomes law Targeting what DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin and the Illinois State Crime Commission have called an “epidemic,” legislation sponsored by Sen. Kirk Dillard was recently signed into law creating a Young Adults Heroin Use Task Force to combat the growing use of heroin in Illinois. “A recent study by Roosevelt University found that Chicago has the worst heroin problem in the country, and we continue to see evidence that epidemic has spread to the
suburbs,” said Dillard. The Senator noted that recent numbers show heroinrelated hospital admissions in Chicago are up by 200 percent in the suburbs. In DuPage County, there has been a 48-percent increase in heroin deaths since 2008. The Task Force would be charged with conducting a study on the heroin use problems in Illinois high schools, and suggesting programs that school administrators and teachers could use to react to the problem—including programs involving local law enforcement agencies.
DGPL announces summer reading clubs a success The Downers Grove Public Library was a busy place this summer, thanks to all 2,700 residents who participated in this year’s Book an Adventure Summer Reading Clubs. That number is up from last year. More than 56,000 books were read by participants of all ages. Babies to seniors went away with more than 7,500 prizes, including movie tickets, snacks, giftcards, coupons, toys, stickers, and more. To help improve this annual event, please complete the short survey at www.dglibrary. org/SRC.php.
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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.
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Noah M. Littrell, 52, 624 Meyer Ave., Woodridge, was arrested at noon Aug. 16 at 1148 Ogden Ave. for retail theft. Emily M. Olivo, 23, 4941 Main St., 2R, Downers Grove, was arrested at 6 p.m. Aug. 16 at the residence for domestic battery. Bryn M. Lofton, 22, 1N114 Franklin St., Carol Stream, was arrested at 6:23 p.m. Aug. 16 on Main and Ogden for DUI, failure to reduce speed and no insurance. Joshua A. Sturges, 20, 900 63rd St., Downers Grove, was arrested at 1:55 p.m. Aug. 17 on 63rd and Stonewall for driving while license suspended and speeding. Andrew D.O’Donnell,19,3660 Creekwood Court, Downers Grove, was arrested at 2 p.m. Aug. 17 at 1148 Ogden Ave. for trespassing. Daniel R. Karmazin, 50, 1042 Maple Ave., Lisle, was arrested at 6:50 p.m. Aug. 17 at 161 39th St. for domestic battery and interfering with reporting of domestic battery. Taylor Scott Atchinson, 23, 2346 Sunshine Lane,Aurora, was arrested at 2:39 p.m.Aug. 18 on Main and Saylor for driving under the influence and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.
Police Blotter suspended, no insurance and a warrant. Christa Katherine Watkins,22,4017 Shirley Ave., St. Louis, Mo., at 2:05 a.m. Aug. 19 on Finley and Branding for driving while license revoked and operating a vehicle with suspended registration. Michael J. Tipler, 48, 156 Tupelo Ave., Naperville, was arrested at 4:08 a.m. Aug. 19 on Hobson and 63rd for aggravated DUI. Jesse N. McNichol, 27, 43 W. Fountainhead Drive, Westmont, was arrested at 6:16 a.m.Aug. 19 on 63rd and Florence for DUI/ alcohol and blood alcohol content over .08. Tasha L. Houston, 36, 7231 S. Vernon Ave., Chicago, was arrested at 8:05 a.m. Aug. 19 on Woodcreek Drive and Lacey Avenue for driving while license suspended. William A. Soto, 33, 6910 Windsor Ave., Berwyn, was arrested at 7:15 a.m. Aug. 20 on Butterfield Road and Gray for suspended registration, driving while license suspended and no motor vehicle insurance. Rollin E. Kramer, 87, 703 Midwest Club, Oak Brook, was arrested at 1:10 a.m. Aug. 21 at the Downers Grove Police Station for trespassing. Greta R. McGladdery, 51, 447 Burlington Ave., Clarendon Hills, was arrested at 10 a.m. Aug. 21 on Maple and Williams for suspended registration. Edward H. Dean, 75, 2014 Kedvale, Chicago, was arrested at 4 p.m. Aug. 21 at 7401 Lemont Road for retail theft.
Marcelo U. Ferrer, 39, 425 40th, Downers Grove, was arrested at 7:03 a.m. Aug. 18 on Lacey and Ogden for no valid driver’s license.
Edward J. McConville, 45, 7439 Pipers Way, Downers Grove, was arrested at 2:20 a.m. Aug. 22 at the residence for domestic battery.
Antonio G. Castillo, 39, 1136 Florence Drive, Westmont, was arrested at 11:29 a.m. Aug. 18 at 3815 Highland Ave. for driving while license suspended.
Manuel Olea-Lobato, 37, 485 Addison St., Elgin, was arrested at 9:49 a.m. Aug. 22 on Main Street and Ogden Avenue for driving while license suspended, uninsured motor vehicle and a warrant.
Cesar Segundo, 36, 1318 Glenview Lane, Bolingbrook, was arrested at 1:16 p.m. Aug. 18 on 75th and Florence for expired registration and driving while license suspended. Luis U. Rodriguez, 40, 284 Woodstock Ave., Clarendon Hills, was arrested at 4:35 p.m. Aug. 18 at 6215 Main St. for disorderly conduct. Andrew D. O’Donnell, homeless, Downers Grove, was arrested at 5:06 p.m.Aug. 18 on Ogden and Saratoga for consumption of alcohol by a minor and criminal trespass to land. Zachari Wise, 21, 301 Elwood, Westmont, was arrested at 1:21 a.m. Aug. 19 on Main and Haven for driving while license
Jessica M. Word, 31, 6624 St. James Court, Downers Grove, was arrested at 1:50 p.m. Aug. 22 at the residence for domestic battery.
Westmont Sometime between 11 p.m. Aug. 12 and 11 a.m. Aug. 13, an unknown offender entered an unlocked vehicle in the 600 block of Citadel Drive and stole tobacco products.Total loss is $15. At approximately 4:15 p.m. Aug. 13, officers responded to the 0-100 block of 63rd Street for a theft. Officers arrested Faye Robinson, female, age 21, of 910 Fairway Drive #205, Naperville, for retail theft after she stole merchandise from
a business. She was transported to the DuPage County Jail for a bond hearing. At approximately 11:40 p.m. Aug. 14, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 200 block of East Ogden Avenue. Officers arrested Christina Alaniz, female, age 34, of 7619 Chase St., Merrillville, Ind., for driving with a suspended driver’s license. She was cited for speeding and operating an uninsured vehicle. She was released on her own recognizance. At approximately 11:50 p.m. Aug. 14, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 100 block of South Cass Avenue. Officers arrested Matthew Amorso, male, age 25, of 1332 West Hood Ave. #305, Chicago, for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was cited for speeding. He was released on his own recognizance. Sometime between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. Aug. 15, an unknown offender damaged a restroom in the 200 block of West 59th Street.Total damage is $400. Sometime between 8 and 8:30 p.m. Aug. 15, an unknown offender entered an unlocked vehicle parked in the 500 block of Citadel Drive and stole medication, electronic equipment, and a bag. Total loss is $85.
Marshall Drive. Unknown person broke the rear driver’s side window of a parked vehicle. A criminal damage to motor vehicle occurred sometime between 7 and 10:31 p.m. Aug. 16 in the 3400 block of Woodridge Drive. Unknown person broke the rear driver’s side window of a parked vehicle. At approximately 11:58 a.m. Aug. 17, Latrika Jenkins, 24, 1409 Carriage Lane, Westmont and a male juvenile, age 17, were charged with retail theft after removing items of jewelry from Kohl’s, 1001 W. 75th St. At approximately 5:06 p.m.Aug. 17, Kaitlin Krumwiede, 18, 5635 Harmarc Place, Downers Grove, was charged with retail theft after removing an item of clothing from Kohl’s, 1001 W. 75th St. A theft was reported at approximately 8 a.m. Aug. 18 in the 7200 block of Woodward. Unknown person removed a tire from a parked vehicle. A criminal damage to vehicle occurred sometime between 7:30 p.m. Aug. 16 and 12 p.m. Aug. 18. Unknown person broke the rear windshield and the rear passenger side window of a parked vehicle.
At approximately 1:05 a.m. Aug. 17, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 5800 block of South Cass Avenue. Officers arrested William Waters III, male, age 34, of 35 West 65th St. #5, Westmont, for driving while under the influence and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was cited for expired registration and operating an uninsured vehicle. He was released on his own recognizance.
A burglary from motor vehicle occurred sometime between 2 and 4 a.m. in the 8100 block of Leawood. Unknown person removed U.S. currency from a parked vehicle.
Sometime between 12:30 and 1 p.m. Aug. 17, an unknown offender stole a cellular phone in the 0-100 block of East 63rd Street.Total loss is $300.
At approximately 7:43 p.m. Aug. 18, three male juveniles, age 13, 14 and 15 were charged with criminal trespass to property and possession of cannabis following an incident in the 2500 block of Woodlyn Avenue.
Sometime between 12 and 1 a.m. Aug. 18, an unknown offender damaged a door in the 100 block of North Park Street . Total damage is $50.
Woodridge
Theft occurred at approximately 5:11 p.m. Aug. 18 from Thornton’s Gas Station, 2401 63rd St. Unknown person removed $20 worth of gasoline.
A criminal defacement of property was discovered at approximately 7:22 a.m. Aug. 20. Unknown person had printed graffiti on an electrical box in the 2000 block of 75th St.
A burglary from motor vehicle was reported at approximately 8:30 a.m. Aug. 16, in the 2600 block of Zurich Court. Unknown person made entry into a parked vehicle and removed an iPod.
At approximately 6:15 p.m. Aug. 20, Gabija Pilkionyte, 19, 7555 Cambridge, Darien, was charged with retail theft after removing items of clothing from Kohl’s, 1001 W. 75th St.
A burglary from motor vehicle was reported at approximately 5:15 p.m. Aug. 16 at 9 Oakleaf Court. Unknown person made entry into a parked vehicle and removed and iPod, a gift card and U.S. currency.
A theft occurred sometime between 7 and 9 p.m. Aug. 20 at the Janes Avenue Skate Park, 8301 Janes Ave. Unknown person removed a backpack containing video games.
A criminal damage to motor vehicle occurred sometime between 8:20 and 9:45 p.m. Aug. 16 in the 6400 block of
At approximately 9 p.m. Aug. 21, two male juveniles, both age 17, were charged with retail theft after removing items of clothing from Kohl’s, 1001 W. 75th St.
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ONGOING Technology Tuesdays. 1 to 3 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library. Drop in for help with your basic technology questions. A team of librarians will be on hand to talk about everything from email to facebook to smart devices and apps. We’ll have tablets and computers on hand for you to use, but you are welcome to bring your own device. Third Thursday. 5–7 p.m. every third Thursday at the DuPage Children’s Museum. Third Thursdays are a special time once a month for families of children with autism spectrum disorder, visual, and mobility impairments to come play at the Museum. All activities are free with admission or membership. B & B Ladies Golf League. Join us for golf and fun every Friday morning. Season runs May 4-Sept. 28. 9 holes at Village Greens of Woodridge. For information call 630-985-3610. Great Decisions Foreign Policy Discussion Group. 9:30-11:30 a.m. every Monday at the Downers Grove Library. Topics for 2012 include: Middle East realignment, promoting democracy, Mexico, cybersecurity, exit for Afghanistan and Iraq, state of the oceans, Indonesia, and energy geopolitics. Registration is not required. Call Nancy Peraino at 630-9688706 for more information. Families Anonymous meeting. 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4501 Main St., Downers Grove. Families Anonymous is a 12-Step fellowship for families and friends of persons with destructive behavior, whether caused by drugs, alcohol, or related behavioral problems. Meetings are held weekly. Contact DownersFA@gmail.com if you have questions or call 630-609-9971. Alcoholics Anonymous. Meetings daily at the West Suburban Alano Club, 17 W. Quincy St., Westmont. Open speaker meetings at 7 p.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m. Sundays, other meetings listed by day and hour on www.wsacaa.org. Memberships available: inquire at the Club. Baby and Toddler Storytime. 10:1510:45 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Westmont Library. Get ready for stories, songs, and interactive play. Young children and a caregiver can enjoy this weekly time together while nurturing a love of reading. For ages 0-3. Toddler & Me Playgroup. 10:4511:30 a.m. Thursdays at the Westmont Library. Bring your young children to a special morning playtime in the library’s meeting room. Interact with other moms and caregivers while the kids play and eat snacks. Saturday morning storytime. 9:3010 a.m. at the Downers Grove Library. Join in every Saturday morning for storytime
filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays. This program is for children of all ages and their caregivers. Adult participation is an important part of this storytime. Job Club. Mondays from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Woodridge Library, 3 Plaza Drive, Woodridge. Job Club members learn to write résumés and cover letters, develop interviewing skills and find job leads. No sign-up, no fee, just drop in. For further information call 630-964-7899, email askus@woodridgelibrary.org, or visit www.woodridgelibrary.org.
age and register as a foursome. Register at the Golf Club, Lincoln Center, Recreation Center or online at dgparks.org. For more information, contact the clubhouse at (630) 963-1306. Rain date is Friday, Sept. 13 at 8 p.m.
AUGUST 31 Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Main St. Train Station, south parking lot near Burlington Avenue in Downers Grove. French-style market featuring local vendors of produce, flowers, herbs, jewelry, crafts and more.
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Science Fiction/Fantasy Book Club. 7 p.m. at the Lisle Library, 777 Front St., Lisle. Stop by to discuss Existence by David Brin. Copies of each month’s books are available at the Library’s Reference desk. For more information, call 630-971-1675 or visit www.lislelibrary.org.
5th Annual Labor of Love 5k Run/ Walk. 8 to 10 a.m. McCollum Park, 6801 S. Main St. Downers Grove. CARA certified course, sponsored by the Downers Grove Lions Club. Register at: http:// www.5klaboroflove.org/
AUGUST 29 Non-invasive Robotic Surgery for the Treatment of Gynecological Cancers. 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Good Samaritan Health & Wellness Center, Rm A/B, 3551 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Presented by Dr. M. Patrick Lowe, gynecologic oncologist. Join a nationally recognized expert in robotic surgery for a discussion on how gynecological cancer surgeries can potentially be performed with a minimal invasive surgical approach using the da Vinci Surgical System®. This system allows physicians to have greater precision and control allowing a quicker recovery for patients. To register visit www.advocatehealth.com/gsam and click on “I need a class or support group” or call 1.800.3.ADVOCATE (1.800.323.8622) and mention the class code 4C34. Westmont Street Fair. 4 to 9 p.m. in downtown Westmont on Cass Avenue from Burlington to Irving.The entire community is invited to come to downtown Westmont every Thursday in June, July & August for the Westmont Street Fair. Cass avenue will be closed from Burlington to Irving during the event. Shop the market, check out the classic cars, listen to the live music, and be sure to visit our downtown businesses. Hosted by Westmont Special Events, NFP. For complete information, visit the Westmont Special Events website.
AUGUST 30 Summer Nights Car Show. 6 to 9 p.m. in Downtown Downers Grove, Main Street. Featured vehicle: Convertibles and 2013 Car Show Trophy Winners Featured performer: Eric Totherow of Crash (Covers from the 90s -today). More at www. downtowndg.org. 33rd Annual Firefly Nightlight Golf Open. Play under the cover of the night sky. This popular event is a foursome scramble with a shotgun start. Prizes awarded to the first three low gross foursomes. The fee includes glow-in-the-dark necessities. Golfers must be a minimum of 21 years of
SEPTEMBER 3 Knit Clique. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library. Have you always wanted to join a knitting circle? Now is the time! Grab your yarn and needles and we’ll sit, knit, and compare projects. If you have never knitted before, there is room for you too! We will teach you the basics, and new knitters will receive a free pair of knitting needles and yarn to get started.
SEPTEMBER 4 Darien Seniors Club. 12 p.m. at the Darien Sportsplex, 451 Plainfield Road, Darien. Membership is not restricted to Darien residents.They enjoy refreshments, a business meeting and various program for a $15 annual membership fee. Coffee Break. 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Downers Grove Community Church, 6600 Fairview. “Coffee Break” a non-denominational Bible study. Child care will be provided as the women discuss questions about a specific Bible passage. We break into small study groups so that all questions can be voiced and discussed. Each Wednesday morning, prayer requests are gathered. An address/ email list is produced each year so that members can contact each other. Three leaders will help guide the discussion.
SEPTEMBER 5 Affordable Care Act. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library. Join the Westmont Public Library staff for a presentation on the new provisions of the health care reform law and prepare to make informed decisions about these important health insurance changes. There will be different ways to compare and purchase health insurance-either directly through an insurance company or agent or through online health insurance exchanges. Many people will be eligible for tax credits or subsidies to help pay for coverage.
SEPTEMBER 7 Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Main St. Train Station, south parking lot near Burlington Avenue in Downers Grove. French-style
market featuring local vendors of produce, flowers, herbs, jewelry, crafts and more. DuPage PADS 9th Annual Run for Home. 8 to 10 a.m. 703 W. Liberty St., Wheaton. 10K & 5K Run and 5K Walk. CARA certified course. www.dupagepads. org Proceeds benefit DuPage PADS and the homeless. Downtown Downers Grove Art Festival. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Downtown Downers Grove,Main Street and Burlington Avenue. Free admission and parking. Original works of art from more than 130 juried artists, plus live music, food, and fun for kids, including an art scavenger hunt and spin art. For more info, call 847-926-4300 or visit us online at www. DownersGroveArtFestival.com. Annual Outdoor Flea Market. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hummer Park, 4833 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove. Our huge outdoor market plays host to over 100 vendors – from crafts and antiques to baby clothes and collectibles. Find a map of currently available spaces in room 204 at the Lincoln Center. Detailed information is mailed to vendors two weeks prior to the event. Rain date is Sept. 14. Northcott Avenue Walk for Hope. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Northcott Avenue, Downers Grove. A unique opportunity to tour eight beautiful homes on Northcott Avenue. All proceeds benefit Noah’s Hope as they help search for a cure for LINCL-Batten Disease. Tickets are available online and at local retailers. www.NoahsHope.com.
SEPTEMBER 8 Downtown Downers Grove Art Festival. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Downtown Downers Grove,Main Street and Burlington Avenue. Free admission and parking. Original works of art from more than 130 juried artists, plus live music, food, and fun for kids, including an art scavenger hunt and spin art. For more info, call 847-926-4300 or visit us online at www. DownersGroveArtFestival.com. 9-11 Commemoration Service. The Village of Westmont will hold it’s annual Patriot Day Ceremony in remembrance of the 12th anniversary of 9-11 at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8, at the Fire/Police Facility, 500 North Cass in Westmont. This year’s ceremony will feature several guest speakers and pay honor to those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001. NFL Punt, Pass and Kick Competition. 10:30 a.m. to noon at Jefferson Jr. High School, Woodridge. Age: 6-15 years old Fee: FREE The NFL Punt, Pass and Kick competition is a national skills competition for boys and girls between the ages of 6-15 to compete separately against their peers. No pre-registration is required.
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SEPTEMBER 10 Basics of Bladder Cancer. 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Good Samaritan Health & Wellness Center, Rm A/B, 3551 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Presented by Dr. Bejan J. Fakouri, urologist. While bladder cancer typically affects older adults, it can occur at any age. Learn about risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital’s physical therapy team will also provide information on pelvic floor health and care. To register visit www.advocatehealth. com/gsam and click on “I need a class or support group” or call 1.800.3.ADVOCATE (1.800.323.8622) and mention the class code 4C35.
SEPTEMBER 11 Chile’s 9/11: A 40-year Remembrance. 7 p.m. at the Woodridge Public Library. On Sept., 11, 1973, General Augusto Pinochet toppled the democratically elected government of President Salvador Allende, uncle of author Isabel Allende. The coup began a 17year dictatorship. Join librarian David Kohut and professor Olga Vilella, Ph.D., for a multimedia presentation on Chile’s path from tragedy to triumph.
SEPTEMBER 12 State of the Art Radiation Treatment of Prostate Cancer, 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Good Samaritan Health & Wellness Center, Rm A/B, 3551 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Presented by Dr. Michael Stutz, radiation oncologist. With numerous treatment options available for prostate cancer, choosing the best treatment option can be confusing. Learn about the safe, effective radiation techniques to treat prostate cancer that offer minimal side effects. Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital’s physical therapy team will also discuss oncology rehabilitation. To register visit www. advocatehealth.com/gsam and click on “I need a class or support group”or call 1.800.3.ADVOCATE (1.800.323.8622) and mention the class code 4C36. Coffee and Cake with New Village Officials. 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at the Woodridge Village Hall, 5 Plaza Drive. Mayor
Cunningham and the Village Board will host a cake and coffee welcome event for new Village Board and Commission members on Thursday, September 12. The entire Woodridge community is invited to come out and share in some camaraderie with their newly seated local officials!
SEPTEMBER 13 Electronics Recycling. 7a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ty Warner Park, Westmont. The Village of Westmont will continue its partnership with DuPage County, the Westmont Park District, and Creative Recycling, Inc. to provide a monthly Electronics Recycling Program in Westmont from May through December 2013. The program will be held on the second Friday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ty Warner Park parking lot on the southwest corner of Blackhawk Drive and Plaza Drive. Daddy/Daughter Date Night Hayride. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Castaldo Park Shelter, Woodridge. Age: 5Y - 12Y and Dad. Fee: $16/Resident couple $24/Nonresident couple $7/ additional daughter. Dads and daughters will enjoy an evening together at Castaldo Park. We will have hot dogs and chips for dinner and s’mores for dessert. Dads and daughters will go on a hayride around Woodridge and work together on an art project. This program takes place outdoors, so please dress accordingly. Pre-registration is required. On-line registration is not available for this program.
SEPTEMBER 14 Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Main St. Train Station, south parking lot near Burlington Avenue in Downers Grove. French-style market featuring local vendors of produce, flowers, herbs, jewelry, crafts and more. Mini Firefly. 7:30 p.m. at McCollum Park Miniature Golf Course, 6801 S. Main St., Downers Grove. This is not your average game of mini-golf! Come play Downers Grove’s finest mini-golf course covered in glow sticks. Each participant will receive two glow necklaces to wear as they complete 18 holes. REAP Volunteer Workdays. R.E.A.P. (Restore, Educate and Preserve) is a volunteer group dedicated to restoring and protecting the Downers Grove Park District’s natural areas.
Land management workdays are held on selected Saturdays from 8 - 10:30 a.m. Volunteers must register at least one week in advance of the scheduled workday.Volunteer workdays can be arranged for organized groups upon request. Fall Workday Dates: Belmont Prairie Sept. 14. Interested in volunteering with our hiking patrol program or at volunteer workdays? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator at (630) 963-9388 for more information. Westmont Pet Promenade & Picnic in the Park. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Congratulations to our 2013 Grand Marshal, Danielle Gacek and her dog Daisy Mae. Danielle attends Holy Trinity Catholic School, she and Daisy Mae will serve as the Grand Marshals of the second annual Westmont Pet Promenade and Picnic in Ty Warner Park.
SEPTEMBER 19 The Ins and Outs of Colon and Upper Gastrointestinal Cancers. 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Good Samaritan Health & Wellness Center, Rm A/B, 3551 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Presented by Dr. Katy Hsiao Goldsborough, hematologist/ oncologist. Colon cancer is a major cause of cancer deaths in the United States, affecting both men and women equally. Join in a discussion on the risk factors including family history and the importance of screening for these cancers. To register visit www.advocatehealth. com/gsam and click on “I need a class or support group” or call 1.800.3.ADVOCATE (1.800.323.8622) and mention the class code 4C37. Illinois Tollway Family Safety Fair. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Illinois Tollway Authority, 2700 Ogden Ave., Downers Grove.The IL Tollway and IL State Police District host kid-friendly entertainment and activities, as well as valuable resources to help keep kids safe. This year features free ID cards for children age 3 and older and safety seat inspections for children of all ages.For more information, visit www.illinoistollway.com. Family LEGO Night. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library. Bring your imagination along and we will provide the LEGOs! Work on a LEGO creation with your family and see it displayed in the library. Check out our themes below and come ready to build and play!
STORMWATER Continued from page 2 DuPage County Stormwater Management Committee would be required to present a stormwater management plan to the County Board. The committee would be required to meet at least quarterly and hold at least one public meeting during the preparation of the plan. The committee could take up to two years to decide on whether they would establish a storm water fee. If a fee
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Woodridge Police remind residents of back to school safety As Woodridge School District 68 students return to school Wednesday, the Woodridge Police Department wants to remind motorists to please slow down and be extra cautious during the hours when children are walking to and from school. They are reminding residents to obey school speed zone signs, refrain from using their cell phones while driving in school zones, and to be extra cautious when school buses are picking up or dropping off students at schools or in residential neighborhoods. School speed zones are easily identifiable by special signage posted in the immediate vicinity of area schools. Using a wireless phone in a school speed zone is dangerous and carries a minimum fine of $120. Check out these safety tips for motorists from the National Safety Council: • All 50 states have a law making it illegal to pass a school bus that is stopped to load or unload children; • School buses use yellow flashing lights to alert motorists that they are preparing to stop to load or unload children. Red flashing lights and an extended stop sign arm signals to motorists that the bus is stopped and children are getting on or off the bus; • All 50 states require that traffic in both directions stop on undivided roadways when students are entering or exiting a school bus; and • Children walking to or from their bus are usually
very comfortable with their surroundings. This makes them more likely to take risks, ignore hazards or fail to look both ways when crossing the street. The Woodridge Police Department also reminds parents to teach their children to be safe pedestrians by always looking both ways before crossing streets, obeying the school crossing guards, watching out turning vehicles and always walking with a sibling, friend or a neighbor. In addition, the National Safety Council offers the following tips on traveling to school to share with your children: • Always walk on the sidewalk if one is available. If no sidewalk is available, walk facing traffic; • Before you step off the curb to cross the street, stop and look all ways to see if cars are coming; • Walk, don’t run. This gives time for drivers to see you before you enter the roadway. Running also makes you more likely to fall in the street; • Always wear your helmet when riding a bike to school; • Ride on the right side of the road or trail in a single line I the same direction; and • Always wait for a driver’s signal before crossing the street. For more back-to-school safety tips, check out the National Safety Council’s website at www.nsc.org/safety_home/ SafetyObser vances/Pa ges/ BackToSchoolSafety.aspx.
Schools School Briefs New staff members join District 58 District 58 welcomed new staffers for the 2013-14 school year during a week-long orientation the week of August 12. New to their positions in District 58 are: • Brian Barnas, reading/ language arts, Herrick Middle School; • Kerri Bartkowiak, resource teacher,Whittier; • Nicole Dammann, fourth grade, Henry Puffer; • Gitta Denning, LRC, Fairmount; • Deborah Dickert, nurse, Belle Aire/Highland/Indian Trail; • Daniel Dvoracek, math, Herrick; • Christina Forzley, first grade, El Sierra; • Caitlin Gould, social worker, Highland/Pierce Downer; • Elizabeth King, art, Lester; • Andrew Kupisch, third grade, Henry Puffer; • Theresa Lee, kindergarten, Belle Aire; • Sheri Lopez, nurse, Lester/ Whittier; • Nicole Marola, ELL teacher, Belle Aire/Highland/Lester; • Kate Matson, fourth grade, Fairmount; • Margaret McCarter, math, O’Neill; • Megan Mencinsky, AEP, Kingsley; • Beth Michiels, fourth grade, Highland; • Tracy Millsap, first grade, Highland; • Tracy Moriarty, resource, Pierce Downer; • Hayley O’Reilly, fourth grade, Kingsley; • Stacey Probert, Family and Consumer Science, Herrick; • Bridget Quealy, vocal music, Lester/Pierce Downer; • Carrie Redpath, fourth grade, Hillcrest; • Mary Resner, second grade, Indian Trail; • Ariel Rodriguez, kindergarten, Lester; and • Kai Rush, instructional coach, District 58 The comprehensive five-day orientation program included sessions on a variety of topics including curriculum, technology and Social-Emotional Learning; planning sessions and meetings with mentors; and luncheons sponsored by the Downers Grove Lions Club and the District 58 Education Foundation.
District 58 also welcomed several new administrators this year. Brent Borchelt is the new principal at Belle Aire School. He previously spent two years as the assistant principal at Pierce Downer and Hillcrest schools. Prior to that he was the assistant principal at Herrick Middle School, where he taught for eight years previously. Mark Stange is the new principal at Kingsley School. He spent 11 years as a principal and four years as an assistant principal in Valley View District 365-U. Adam Ubben was appointed assistant principal at Lester School. Prior to joining District 58, Ubben served as an assistant principal in Plainfield District 202 for three years. Brittany Cerny was appointed assistant principal at Hillcrest and Pierce Downer School. She has taught at the intermediate level at Hillcrest School for four years.
District 58 preschool screenings set Each year, Downers Grove Grade School District 58 offers free preschool screenings designed to identify three- to five-year-old children who might have developmental delays and who would benefit from special education prior to beginning kindergarten, as well as identify children who might be at risk due to environmental, cultural or socio-economic factors. Preschool screenings are available free of charge to District 58 residents, and are designed to evaluate development in children ages two years and 10 months to five years old. The screening will examine development in the following areas: speech/language, vision, hearing, cognitive/preacademic, self-help/independent living, fine motor, gross motor and social/emotional/behavior skills. District 58 will offer seven preschool screenings at two locations throughout the 201213 school year in the mornings on the following dates:
Date/Location Sept. 16/Henry Puffer Oct. 21/Indian Trail Nov. 25/Henry Puffer Dec. 16/Indian Trail Jan. 13/Henry Puffer Feb. 3, 2014/Indian Trail March 17, 2014/Henry Puffer
Henry Puffer School is located at 2220 Haddow Avenue. Indian Trail School is located at 6235 Stonewall Avenue. Concerned parents who have not previously screened their child for speech, vision, hearing, learning or behavioral needs are encouraged to call (630) 719-5800 to schedule an appointment. Preschool screening takes approximately 90 minutes. Parents are required to attend with their child. For more information about District 58’s Grove Children’s Preschool program, please call (630) 9680454, e-mail klazzarotto@dg58. org, or visit www.dg58.org/ preschool to check out our Preschool Guide and watch our Education Foundation-sponsored informational video.
District 58 to host Digital Learning workshops Technology is transforming how students learn, explore, and make connections, and District 58 wants to help parents find ways to maximize these opportunities at home. In partnership with the Downers Grove Public Library, the district will once again host a series of parent education sessions. Parents will learn about the unique opportunities that digital tools provide, including executive functioning skills such as calendaring, task management, reminders, communication, and organization. Because of the partnership with the Downers Grove Public Library, parents can learn more about accessing the library’s digital materials, including ebooks, emagazines and online databases. The workshops also will address Internet safety and digital citizenship. Fall 2013 Session Dates Friday, September 20, 1-3 p.m. Monday, September 30, 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, October 16, 9:3010:30 a.m. Friday, November 15, 1-2 p.m. Monday, December 2, 7-8 p.m. All sessions will take place at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove. For more information about the workshops, contact Technology Director Scott Meech at smeech@dg58.org or Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Matthew Rich at mrich@dg58.org.
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1 Part of a plot, often 2 “All righty __!” 3 Developer’s need 4 Star of “61*”? 5 Ross __ 6 Buttonhole 7 Retired NPR host Hansen 8 It may be lent or bent 9 Grand Banks catch 10 Slide specimen 11 Easy to babysit, say 12 Number no longer used? 13 “Such a shame” 18 Princess with great buns? 22 Get weak in the knees 24 Had 25 K or G 26 Shades 27 Big bikes 28 Stand watch, say 29 Colt 45 holder 32 Layer 34 Teatro __ Scala: Milan opera
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Horoscopes You may feel the urge to challenge people who are already clear about their priorities. In the first part of the week, focus on ignoring the eccentricities of others and stick to your plans.
Whenever it seems that things aren’t going your way, just wait a few days until they do. Relationships that experience temporary roadblocks will improve by the end of the week.
The word “no” is part of the word “innovation.” You may meet those who insist on change to demonstrate independence. Wait until the last half of the week to make crucial decisions.
Your peace and tranquility could be briefly disturbed by unexpected changes at the job or in the home. Family conflicts need attention and can be resolved by week’s end.
Whatever stirs your interest and creates excitement could be very attractive early this week. Take time to experiment without committing yourself. Verify that what sounds good is true.
You would be wise to keep your credit card in your pocket and rein in your roving eye for romance for a few more days. During the first half of this week, you could make poor decisions.
During the first half of the week, there’s a tendency to act on the concept of “off with the old and on with the new.” However, the new might not be sustainable or needlessly disrupt your routines.
You like to be on the cutting edge, but may take a sense of adventure too far during the next several days. Wait until the second half of the week to implement new ideas.
It might be wise to refrain from mixing business duties with social activities during the next several days. The second half of the week is much better for business and pleasure.
Ambitions get a chance to shine in the second half of the week. Plan ahead so you can put key business enterprises or financial activities into motion under favorable conditions.
Relationships must be handled like eggs that are in danger of cracking apart. Avoid sudden changes of plan during the next few days to preserve the solidity of a valued relationship.
Playing hard to get might backfire. Your intuition could be somewhat out of kilter during the first part of the week. Keep your money in your pocket and your hands to yourself.
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What the sailors were given to clean the back of the ship -- A “STERN” ORDER
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DOWNERS NORTH TROJANS OFFENSE
Junior quarterback David Edwards is expected to return at the helm after accumulating more than 650 rushing yards and 500 passing yards. Edwards burst onto the scene last year as sophomore, leading the Trojans to the playoffs. He should be joined in the backfield by senior Kyle Leto, who was over 800 yards. Richard Olekanma led the wide receivers last year as a junior with 274 receiving yards. The Trojans put up 277 points in 12 games last year.
DEFENSE The Trojans allowed 252 points in 12 games last year and welcome back a pair of Toledo recruits in defensive end Vontae Diggs and inside linebacker Olekanma. Diggs recorded 56 tackles last year with 16 going for loss and six sacks.The Trojans have their top three tacklers back
2013 Schedule (2012 results)
Aug. 30 – @ Lockport, 7 p.m. (Won 27-7) Sept. 6 – Hinsdale South 7:30 p.m. (Did not play) Sept. 13 – Glenbard West, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 26-0) Sept. 20 – @ OPRF, 7:30 p.m. (Won 16-14) Sept. 27 – Lyons, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 31-0) Oct. 4 – @ Downers South, 7:30 p.m. (Won 27-20) Oct. 11 – York, 7:30 p.m. (Won 38-21) Oct. 18 – @ Proviso West, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 27-41) Oct. 25 – @ Hinsdale C., 7:30 p.m. (Lost 21-20)
as linebacker Daniel Izewski (57 tackles) and defensive back Sean Sandecz (40 tackles, INT) are expected back. Zachary Dutcher and Michael Dashut both had more than 30 tackles last year
as junior linebackers. Junior Kendrick Schultz is expected to be back in the defensive backfield, after making 25 tackles last year. Senior lineman Joseph Hill had 24 tackles (6 for loss) and two sacks.
OVERALL After three straight losing seasons, Downers North advanced to the quarterfinals of the Class 7A state playoffs last year before losing in heartbreaking fashion to Benet. The Trojans welcome back several key players from that team, giving them even higher hopes this season. The area they can improve most in would be in the South Suburban Silver, where they went just 2-4. They open the season against Lockport (1-8) and also face Hinsdale South and Downers South in their nonconference slate.With all of the sophomores and juniors that played last year, expectations are high in 2013 for the Trojans. -Compiled by Scott Taylor
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Junior quarterback David Edwards hopes to lead Downers North back to the playoffs.
BENET REDWINGS OFFENSE
All eyes are on Jack Beneventi, who threw for over 2,300 yards and 20 touchdowns, and completed around 60 percent of his passes in his first varsity season as a sophomore. He won’t have the graduated Jack Euritt to throw to, but the Redwings still have a stable of capable offensive weapons—tight endwideout Nick Surges, running backs Porter Ontko and Nick McTarnaghan, and wideouts Ryan Parks, Joe Weidenbach and Patrick Peterson (all seniors). The offensive line, headed by returning senior starters Jack Mitchell, Sean O’Mara and Tommy Burke should keep Beneventi well-protected. Junior Tyler Takahashi also is taking snaps with the offensive line.
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Benet’s Porter Ontko will be one of the key players on both sides of the ball.
Benet should be fine defensively, too. Mitchell and Burke will be the tackles, senior Steve Hubona is a returning starter, and Surges will see action as an end. Junior Sean O’Connor and sophomore Trent Kramer also are being worked into
2013 Schedule (2012 results)
Aug. 30 – @ Downers South, 7:30 p.m. (Did not play) Sept. 6 – South Elgin, 7:30 p.m. (Won 35-21) Sept. 13 – St. Patrick, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 17-16 ) Sept. 20 – @ Crete-Monee, 7:30 p.m. (Did not play) Sept. 27 – @ Marian, 7:30 p.m. (Won 44-6) Oct. 4 – St. Viator, 7:30 p.m. (Won 17-0) Oct. 12 – @ Nazareth, 1:30 p.m. (Won 49-0) Oct. 18 – @ Marist, 7:30 p.m. (Won 34-24) Oct. 25 – JCA, 7:30 p.m. (Won 31-21)
the D-line mix. The secondary features Parks and Dave Donnantuono at the corners, and Ontko and Weidenbach at the safety positions (all are seniors). Leading the way at linebacker are seniors Sean Byrne and Jason See BENET, page 19
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The Lions went to the air last season with strong-armed quarterback Nick Saul. Saul has since graduated, but the Lions possess a nice stable of running backs and should be able to churn out yardage with seniors Bailey Welch, Sam Fairly and Cliff Krause, who led the team in total yards last year. A veteran offensive line, consisting of returning senior starters Zach Trussell (right guard), Kyle Dwyer (left tackle) and Billy Loconsole (right tackle), returning junior starter Jarrad Arellano (center) and newcomer Alex Lang (sophomore), gives coach Dan Sanko reason for optimism that the Lions can run on opposing defenses. Senior Griffin Huba takes over at quarterback, with classmates Alan Kass and Eric Puccini lining up at wideout.
DEFENSE Sanko doesn’t mince words
2013 Schedule (2012 results)
Aug. 30 – Manteno, 7:15 p.m. (Lost 34-22) Sept. 6 – @ Herscher 7 p.m. (Won 27-17) Sept. 13 – @ Seneca, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 14-13) Sept. 20 – Reed-Custer, 7:15 p.m. (Won 38-9) Sept. 27 – Dwight, 7:15 p.m. (Won 40-0) Oct. 4 – @ Wilmington, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 24-0) Oct. 11 – Westmont, 7:15 p.m. (Won 27-6) Oct. 18 – Peotone, 7:15 p.m. (Lost 35-12) Oct. 25 – @ Sandwich, 7:30 p.m. (Won 20-14)
when he says defense will be the Lions’ strong suit.The only scenario that gives him pause for concern is
OVERALL Lisle is hungry to get to the playoffs after missing out last year despite having a 5-4 record. The Lions must stay away from injuries, however, since it has a 25man roster.“I think we will be way ahead of the curve this year,”Sanko said. “We’ve got some linebackers that can run and tackle. Hopefully, I think we can put more points on the board early instead of waiting until the middle of the season.” --Compiled by Mike Sandrolini
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New head coach Otto Zeman was the offensive coordinator at Fenton the past two years.Zeman’s philosophy, in his words, is to capitalize on“what the (opposing) defense gives us.” Senior Tim Doll returns at quarterback, with classmates Dennis Arens and Danny Logiurato, and junior Deshun Williams in the backfield. Candidates for starting jobs in the offensive line include seniors Keith Doyle and Jeshua Torrens, juniors Brandon Goers and Jeru Montinez, and sophomores Sam Soltswich and Anthony Griffiths. In the mix at wideout are seniors Greg Pietrzak, Brett Sible, Seth Torrens and Dmareyea Smith, and junior Anthony Powers.
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that Huba will be playing outside linebacker in addition to running the offense. Lisle will utilize a 3-4 defense, as Dwyer will alternate with Arellano on the inside, flanked by Trussell and 6-6 Shane Murray, who started playing football for the first time last year.The Lions are loaded at linebacker with Huba, Welch and Kevin Coppin. Krause and Kass hold down the safety positions, and Fairly and Puccini are at the corners.
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On the line, the Sentinels will have Doyle and Montinez, and juniors Quintin Brown and Marcus Mott-Larson, who checks in as the largest Westmont player at 260 pounds. Four players are vying for inside linebacker—Arens, Torrens, senior Trevean Johnson and junior Adam Ferrell—and three will be after starting outside linebacker posts: Logiurato, and See WESTMONT, page 19
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Griffin Huba takes over at quarterback for Lisle.
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DOWNERS SOUTH MUSTANGS OFFENSE
The Mustangs will be looking for juniors Jordan Skach and Jacob Baker to lead the offense. The two have been competing for the starting quarterback position. Skach played some as a sophomore last year. Javon Turner is back among the wide receivers and big things are expected from him. Alec Arvanitakis is moving from the defensive backfield last year and will be the running back this year. On the offensive line is Division-I recruit Erik Swenson. Swenson is a 6-foot, 6-inch, 290-pound sophomore. Marcus Rutledge is moving from defense to right guard. New coach Mark Molinari is looking to run the ball and control the clock this year.
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Javon Turner is expected to make an impact on both sides of the ball for Downers South.
The Mustangs surrendered 236 points last year and gave up big points in some key losses. Molinari, the defensive coordinator last year, is expecting big improvements as several sophomores saw action last year.
2013 Schedule (2012 results)
Aug. 30 – Benet, 7:30 p.m. (Did not play) Sept. 6 – @ Proviso West 7:30 p.m. (Did not play) Sept. 13 – @ Addison Trail, 7:30 p.m. (Won 35-20) Sept. 20 – Morton, 7:30 p.m. (Won 48-7) Sept. 27 – @ Leyden, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 27-21) Oct. 4 – Downers North, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 27-20) Oct. 11 – @ Willowbrook, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 27-29) Oct. 18 – Proviso East, 7:30 p.m. (Won 34-7) Oct. 25 – Hinsdale South, 7:30 p.m. (Won 36-33)
Leading the defense this year are three-year starters Rashaun Cowan (inside linebacker) and Deandre Washington (defensive back). Junior Caleb Konney (end/ linebacker) is in his second year
on varsity and Turner will play some on the defensive side of the ball as well.
OVERALL Coming off a 2011 season that saw them advance to the quarterfinals, the Mustangs had high expectations again in 2012. However, they opened the season with a loss to South Elgin and could never put it all together, finishing 4-5. It was the first losing season for the Mustangs since 1980. There is a new coach this year for the first time since 1989. Downers South opens play at home against Class 7A state semifinalist Benet in an area clash. The Mustangs also have West Suburban Silver crossover games against Downers North and Proviso West. That makes three playoff foes for the Mustangs in their nonconference schedule. “We have played a lot of good first games and we are really excited to be playing Benet,” Molinari said. “It will be a good test.” -Compiled by Scott Taylor
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WSC GOLD PREVIEW A virtual shooin win the West Suburban Gold over the past several years, Downers South exper ienced a downer of a season last fall. The Mustangs finished in threeway tie for the Gold crown, but their 4-5 overall record turned out to be the only losing mark they endured during the 24-year tenure of John Belskis. Belskis’ retirement from teaching opened the door for Mark Molinari to take over as head coach. The 39-year-old Molinari inherits a young club, but the position the Mustangs find themselves in is really no different than what two of last season’s Gold frontrunners are experiencing going into this
year: relying on younger players to fill the gaps. Last year’s WSG champion, Leyden, has lost several key personnel to graduation. Meanwhile, Willowbrook, which finished 6-4 overall, has been decimated by the graduation of 17 starters. However, two squads— Hinsdale South and Addison Trail—return numerous starters. Addison Trail took its lumps in 2012, finishing even lower in the standings than Morton (2-7, 1-5 compared to Morton’s 3-6, 2-4). But the Blazers, led by senior two-way player Jim Wislek, could be back in the thick of things in the division. The Hornets, coming off a 6-4, 4-2 mark, are strong on either side of the ball with offensive lineman Frank Calbrea and defensive lineman Antanus Riskus, both seniors. They also have senior Arian Toney, who
romped for over 1,000 yards and 12 touchdowns. David Odom, who coached Benet Academy’s defensive backs and also was the school’s sophomore coach last season, takes over as head coach at Proviso East, which didn’t win a game during 2012.
MIKE’S TAKE: 1. Hinsdale South: Coach Mike Barry has led the Hornets to two successive winning seasons following five losing campaigns since taking over in 2011.Hinsdale South should have enough to win the division. 2. Addison Trail: It will be a tossup for second place between the Blazers, Downers South and Leyden. The edge goes to the Blazers at this juncture based on their sheer number of returning starters (14). 3. Downers South: How well the Mustangs’ youngsters—
WSC SILVER PREVIEW The West S u b u r b a n Conference Silver Division makes a strong case for being the most rugged division in Illinois high school football. It also is a frequent stop for college recruiters, particularly those from Division I programs. Defending Class 7A champion Glenbard West leads the pack, and overall, six of the seven clubs in the WSS qualified for the postseason last year. While it remains to be seen whether the Hilltoppers can repeat as 7A champs, they’ve clearly got enough weapons back to make another run at the WWS crown. Coach Chad Hetlet (595 in the past five years) returns the potent backfield tandem of tailback Scott Andrews (over
1,200 yards, 19 TDs in 2012) and fullback Devante Toney. There’s also wideout Luke Domask, returning starting linebackers Jordan Hassan and George Grenno, and Stanfordbound kicker Hayden Lekacz. The Hilltoppers’ offensive line, always one of their strong suits, features Eric Schute (6-5, 280 pounds). Downers North (7-5) rebounded in a big way last season after enduring a few down years, advancing to the 7A quarterfinals before bowing to Benet in that 26-24 thriller. The Trojans are buoyed by 14 returning starters, including 6-7 quarterback David Edwards, along with the Toledo bound duo of outside linebacker Vontae Diggs and wideout Richard Olekanma. Last year’s WSS runner-up, Hinsdale Central (7-3) boasts Michigan State recruit Brian Allen (O-line) and tight end Ian Bunting, who’s committed
to Michigan. However, the Red Devils graduated several seniors from a year ago. Oak Park-River Forest (7-4) and Lyons Township (7-5) are teams that bear watching as the Huskies return 12 starters and the Lions eight. OPRF (7-4) got a boost this month when wideout Simmie Cobbs, who left the Huskies for Montini last season, decided to return to OPRF for his senior year. LT junior running back Leonard Ross already has an offer from Illinois.
MIKE’S TAKE: 1. Glenbard West: Anything’s possible, but as good as the rest of the teams are in this division, it’s hard to imagine that the Hilltoppers will be dethroned. Glenbard West fans can expect another stellar season along Lake Ellyn. 2. Downers North: Edwards established himself as one of the premier QBs in the division
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2012 Standings TEAM
Conference
WON LOST
Leyden 6 Willowbrook 4 Hinsdale South 4 Downers South 4 Morton 2 Addison Trail 1 Proviso East 0
0 2 2 2 4 5 6
including 6-7 sophomore offensive lineman Erik Swenson—develop this season will determine how far they rise in the WSG standings. 4. Leyden: The Eagles’ nonconference schedule will be tough. Buffalo Grove, Oak ParkRiver Forest and Lyons Township each qualified for the 2012 playoffs. 5. Willowbrook: The Warriors snapped a string of four consecutive losing seasons and made the playoffs all in one
Overall
WON 7 6 6 4 3 2 0
LOST 3 4 4 5 6 7 9
Conference
WON LOST
Glenbard West 6 Hinsdale Central 4 OPRF 3 Lyons 3 Proviso West 3 Downers North 2 York 0
0 2 3 3 3 4 6
during his first varsity season. Look for Edwards and the Trojans to build on last year’s successful campaign. 3. Oak Park-River Forest: Cobbs’ return gives the Huskies an unexpected shot in the arm, but OPRF also has quarterback Lloyd Yates. Running back Jamal Baggett is fielding offers from Division I teams. 4. Hinsdale Central: Allen and Bunting are studs, but do the Red Devils have enough upand-coming talent to overcome the loss of several graduated starters?
Points
FOR
AGAINST
194 299 326 263 158 116 85
122 331 194 236 254 275 330
season last year. But losing so many starters from that team may be too much to overcome. 6. Morton: The Mustangs haven’t posted a winning season in 27 years. Make that 28 at the end of October. 7. Proviso East: Odom left Benet, which advanced to the 7A quarterfinals last year, to become the third Pirates’ head coach in the past four years. Needless to say, he’s got quite a challenge ahead of him. mike@buglenewspapers.com
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WON 14 7 7 7 6 7 0
LOST 0 3 4 5 4 5 9
Points
FOR
473 268 346 362 248 277 151
AGAINST 117 210 304 284 183 252 336
5. Lyons Township: We’re picking the Lions to finish fifth, but don’t be surprised if they catch fire towards the end of the season—something they’ve had a knack of doing in recent years. 6. Proviso West: Denzel Tolliver verbally committed to NIU as a tight end, but he’ll be at quarterback for the Panthers, who are going for their fifth straight postseason appearance. 7. York: The once-formidable Dukes have fallen on hard times after going 0-9 last season. mike@buglenewspapers.com
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ESCC PREVIEW Last season,six teams from the East Suburban C a t h o l i c Conference made the post season and with the returning talent, that trend looks to continue. Gone are some of the big names, but other players are looking to replace them with breakout seasons of their own. A year ago, the story in the ESCC was Benet Academy, who went from 1-8 in 2011 to 10-2 in last season. A majority of that had to do with the emergence of 6-6, 180 pound quarterback Jack Beneventi. A junior now, Beneventi returns with running back Porter Ontko. If the Redwings can replace the loss of their 2012 senior-dominated receiving corp, they can be in the hunt again. Second in the ESCC a year ago was Marist, who returns senior quarterback Jack Donegan and receivers Nic Weishar, who is verbally committed to the University of Notre Dame, and junior Flynn Nagel. Senior running back Peter Andreotti also returns. St.Patrick came up and grabbed third a year ago and return junior QB Zach Fuller with a year of
2012 Standings TEAM
Conference
WON LOST
Benet 5 Marist 5 St. Patrick 4 Joliet Catholic 3 Notre Dame 3 Carmel 3 St. Viator 2 Nazareth 2 Marian 0
1 1 2 3 3 3 4 4 6
varsity experience under his belt this season. Like it always does, Joliet Catholic Academy will again be in the mix for an ESCC, if not a state, title. The Hillmen lose Ty Isaac (USC) from last year’s team, but also lose the hoopla surrounding one of the nation’s top recruits. JCA is looking to get back to work and they have blue collar horses to do it in the form of players like running back Mike Ivlow, offensive lineman J.B. Butler and linebacker Zach Rezin. Niles Notre Dame was a team heavily in the mix last year and could easily be this year. With the loss of Isaac at JCA, the Dons’ senior running back Chris James could easily take the spot as the league’s top back. Defensively, Notre Dame returns seven players, including linebackers Tom Sora and Dan Proano. Carmel looks to bounce back
Overall
WON
LOST
11 8 7 8 7 3 5 5 1
2 2 4 5 5 6 5 4 8
Points
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420 305 306 451 321 148 271 249 133
AGAINST 173 227 307 337 255 185 245 180 272
this year and could do it behind returning running back Jake Kane. Senior quarterback Jake Bartels and senior receiver Doug DiFusco are back to lead Nazareth this season. Brandon New is in his second year at St. Viator and will look to keep building the program. Despite being in his second year on the job, he is not the less tenured in the ESCC, as Marian Catholic brings in Jerry Verde to try and turn the program around.
MARK’S TAKE 1. Joliet Catholic: A new defensive coordinator and an offensive getting back to their lunch-pail, hard running roots will breed success. 2. Benet Academy: Beneventi is too good not to get passes into hands of someone. As long as he stays healthy, the Redwings are a team to beat.
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Mike Ivlow will be a key cog for JCA’s run game.
3. Marist: Too much fire power back not to contend for an ESCC crown 4. Notre Dame: Who can stop Chris James? Not many teams, that is why the Dons will again make the playoffs. 5. St. Patrick: A solid season last year will give the players confidence against tough opponents this year. 6. Carmel: Carmel will take a
I-8 SMALL DIVISION PREVIEW This is the last season of the Interstate-8 Conference Small Division under the current format. Next year, Dwight will be replaced in the league by LaSalle-Peru and the schools will be able to schedule their own nonconference games rather than having crossovers with the I-8 Big School Division. Wilmington was the cream of the crop last season in the league and has been for a while. The Wildcats have posted a winning season each of the last six years and have not had a losing year since 1996 (5-5 in 2007). Wilmington looks to continue
its 17-straight Class 3A playoff steak. Lisle will be a solid team this season, but with only 25 players on the roster, they must stay healthy. Senior Griffin Huba takes over at quarterback, with seniors Alan Kass and Eric Puccini at wide receiver. The Lions’ 3-4 defense will be the anchor of the team, with linebackers with Huba, Bailey Welch and Kevin Coppin leading the way. Seneca posted a 5-4 record a year ago, but like Lisle, missed the playoffs because it had too few points. Ted O’Boyle looks to build off that momentum for 2013. Westmont becomes an automatic threat with the hire of legendary coach Otto Zeman to
run the ship.The former RiversideBrookfield coach is an offensive juggernaut and has coached six All-State quarterbacks in his time on the sidelines. If senior Tim Doll is No. 7, Westmont will be going somewhere. Wins have been tough to come by for Dwight, who has not had a winning season since its playoff appearance in 2005, a first-round exit. One of the original nine members of the I-8, Dwight will head to the Sangamon Valley Conference next season. Reed-Custer and Dwight have traded wins the past couple years, each one beating the other for their lone victory of the season.
MARK’S PICKS 1. Wilmington: History says this is pretty much a sure bet as
step back in the right direction. 7. Nazareth: If the ball bounces their way, the Roadrunners could find themselves challenging for a top-five spot. 8. St. Viator: Rebuilding programs take time in a conference this challenging. 9. Marian Catholic: This year will be a learning season with a new head coach. mark@buglenewspapers.com
2012 Standings TEAM Wilmington Seneca Lisle Westmont Reed-Custer Dwight
Conference
WON LOST 5 4 3 2 1 0
0 1 2 3 4 5
the Wildcats build toward a long run in the Class 3A playoffs. 2. Lisle: If the Lions can stay healthy, its small roster size won’t play a huge part in the win-loss record. 3. Westmont: A two-win team a year ago, look for Otto Zeman to turn Tim Doll into a star and win a few games along the way. 4. Seneca: The Irish will get
Overall
WON 9 5 5 2 1 0
Points
LOST 3 4 4 7 8 9
FOR 401 198 199 100 90 24
AGAINST 121 149 153 248 342 326
passed up a bit this season, but not by the bottom two teams. 5. Dwight: It looks like it’s their turn in the win-loss rally with Reed-Custer. Besides, Dwight has to leave the I-8 with a win. 6. Reed-Custer: Hopefully for the Comets LaSalle-Peru is as beatable every year as Dwight. mark@buglenewspapers.com
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2013 Football TOP TEAM Scott: Bolingbrook Synopsis: There is something about Bolingbrook that I really like this year. With Aaron Bailey gone, many people think the Raiders aren’t a state contender this year. However, Quincy Woods gained some experience last year when Bailey was hurt and that should pay off this year. There is a lot of talent around him on offense. Meanwhile, the defense was young last year and should be much improved. Mark: JCA Synopsis: Just like Bolingbrook, everyone is looking at who the Hillmen lost (ie Ty Issac) and not what they gained. Joliet Catholic is now
BEnET Continued from page 14 Blohm.
WESTMonT Continued from page 15 sophomores Jackson Arias and BJ Zakem.
OVERALL Zeman will try to turn a team around that went 2-7 in 2012, but he insists the Sentinels’ talent on both sides of the ball is just as good as Fenton, a Class 6A school (Westmont is 3A). “The kids really worked hard and had a great summer,” Zeman said. “It’s a new system and new philosophy, and so far they’ve been able to adapt pretty well.” Prior to assisting at Fenton, Zeman was the head coach at RiversideBrookfield for 28 years until 2009. There, he mentored six All-State quarterbacks, and he believes Doll is “right up there with all of them. He has the potential to be as good as any of them.” In addition
back to their blue collar, lunchpail mentality of pounding the football and that has proven to be successful over the years. A tough ESCC schedule might not produce the best regular season record, but the battles will play off in the post season.
SURPRISE TEAM Scott: Plainfield South Synopsis: Some people may think Clifton Garrett is a oneman show for the Cougars. However, that is not the case. The Cougars have become consistently competitive and an off season last year was still good enough for a 4-5 record. With a lot of attrition throughout the Southwest Prairie Conference, I think the
OVERALL Following a Week 3 loss, the Redwings (11-2) went on their memorable run, rattling off nine straight victories before falling in
2013 Schedule (2012 results)
Aug. 30 – Herscher, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 27-13) Sept. 6 – @ Plano, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 33-6) Sept. 13 – @ Wilmington, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 41-0) Sept. 20 – Seneca, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 46-13) Sept. 27 – @ Reed-Custer, 7:30 p.m. (Won 35-14) Oct. 4 – Dwight, 7:30 p.m. (Won 7-6) Oct. 11 – @ Lisle, 7:15 p.m. (Lost 27-6) Oct. 18 – Coal City, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 31-14) Oct. 25 – @ Peotone, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 23-6)
to Zeman being the new coach, the entire assistant coaching staff is new. --Compiled by Mike Sandrolini
Cougars could bring home six or seven wins this year. The defense looks solid and if the offense can improve a bit, South will be a tough out. Mark: Minooka Synopsis: It is well documented that the Indians have a tough task to open the season with Morris, Providence and Oswego in their first three games. Those battles, along with coach Paul Forsyth having a season under his belt, will have the Indians ready for a Southwest Prairie Conference that after Oswego is up for grabs. Minooka should challenge for that second spot in the SPC and will be battle-tested in the playoffs.
the Class 6A semifinals. Now that Benet is a formidable team, head coach Pat New isn’t concerned about complacency setting in, but it’s something he’s aware of. “When you are playing well and
TOP OFFENSIVE PLAYER Scott: Chris James, Notre Dame Synopsis: Everyone knows who is going to get the ball for the Dons, but that didn’t seem to matter. The highprofile Division-I recruit led our coverage area in rushing last year as a junior and it wouldn’t surprise mean to top his average per game from last year. I think there is enough balance there to take some pressure off him, and even if not, he will still produce. Mark: Jack Beneventi, Benet Synopsis: Even though he lost practically his entire receiver corps from last year,
have had some success, you’ve got to fight complacency,” he said.“I don’t think these guys are complacent. I always challenge them a lot.” Needless to say, Beneventi is already getting looks
Beneventi is too talented not to find someone to catch the football. Only a junior, the 6-6, 190 pound signal caller already has looks from more than a dozen schools, including Stanford, Michigan, USC, Notre Dame and Georgia.
TOP DEFENSIVE PLAYER Scott: Clifton Garrett, Plainfield South Synopsis: It is hard to go against the No. 59 recruit in the nation, according to ESPN. When you are being recruited by the likes of LSU, Florida and Tennessee, you are good. Garrett See POINT, page 20
from major college programs. “He’s improved a tremendous amount from last year,”New said.“I expect even more improvement going into his senior year.” --Compiled by Mike Sandrolini
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2012 FOOTBALL Passing Matt Alviti, Maine South Jack Beneventi, Benet Mike Zebold, Downers South Craig Slowik, JCA Dan Nagode, Notre Dame Kurt Palandech, Plainfield North Ashton McCullough, Joliet West Mike McGivern, Niles West Jake Kotopka, Plainfield East Ricky Luna, Plainfield South Tommy Galanopoulos, Niles West Alex Corey, Maine East David Edwards, Downers North Mike Smiles, Plainfield Central Jake Bambule, Romeoville Joe Carnagio, Minooka Aaron Bailey, Bolingbrook
2,740 2,318 1,600 1,536 1,283 981 907 738 656 622 619 565 486 470 384 382 349
PoinT Continued from page 19 also got the experience of playing at “The Opening,” Nike’s summer camp. He also has the motivation of playing well to keep his scholarship since he hasn’t committed yet. Mark: Parrker Westphal, Bolingbrook Synopsis: I agree completely with Scott that Garrett will be a star this season, but I think he
Rushing Chris James, Notre Dame 2,067 Ty Isaac, JCA 1,500 Jay Roberts, Plainfield North 1,238 Jordan Ellingwood, Plainfield Central 1,066 Omar Stover, Bolingbrook 1,012 Tyler Reitz, JCA 974 Porter Ontko, Benet 967 Michael Ivlow, JCA 898 Matt Alviti, Maine South 843 Brandon Salter, Downers North 802 Kyle Leto, Downers North 765 John Kosirog, Plainfield South 755 Aaron Bailey, Bolingbrook 742 Christian Lopez, Maine East 702 Kurt Palandech, Plainfield North 684 Gabe Corey, Maine East 678 Jaden Huff, Bolingbrook 657 David Edwards, Downers North 654 Miguel Ford, Romeoville 578
and Westphal are pretty much No.1 and No. 1-A in the area. Ranked as the No. 17 defensive back in the nation by Rivals. com, Westphal may not generate the numbers as some of the top defenders, because as a topnotch corner back, teams don’t attack his side of the field. Bolingbrook coach John Ivlow said Westphal took a step forward from last season, comparing his growth to that of Antonio Morrison between his junior and senior seasons. That right there should scare opposing offenses.
Nick McTarnaghan, Benet Jordan Brown, Joliet West Anthony Underwood, Niles West Quincy Woods, Bolingbrook Korey Rogers, Joliet West Nate Gunn, Minooka Gino Giarratano, Plainfield Central Mike Kuzebski, Maine East Jake Kotopka, Plainfield East Max Brozovich, Minooka Javed Lukovic, Maine East
573 552 538 536 525 509 497 474 446 419 413
Receiving Jack Euritt, Benet Billy Hirsch, Notre Dame Chris Tschida, JCA Jordan Jones, JCA Jack Toner, Benet Chandler Piekarski, Bolingbrook Korey Rogers, Joliet West Brock Thoms, Plainfield North
850 543 583 487 480 397 396 394
BREAKOUT PLAYER Scott: Anthony Love, Romeoville Synopsis: Love has spent time on varsity the past two years for the Spartans. A tight end as a sophomore, Love showcased his athleticism. He played on both sides of the ball last year and has turned into a defensive player to watch. I expect to see a huge season from Love where he could end up with 100-plus tackles.
Andrew Milhulet, Niles West Jeremiah Jordan, Niles West Max Brozovich, Minooka Luke Stovall, Minooka Porter Ontko, Benet Richard Olekanma, Downers North Ty Isaac, JCA Adrian Simbulan, Plainfield East Mozell Hargrays, Plainfield East Matt Welch, Plainfield North Mark Hammond, Romeoville John Solari, Maine South Jordan Brown, Joliet West Nick Surges, Benet Nick Johnson, Niles West
390 343 330 318 289 274 269 258 256 250 242 236 234 222 214
Total TD Chris James, Notre Dame Ty Isaac, JCA Porter Ontko, Benet Michael Ivlow, JCA
28 25 16 16
Mark: Tim Doll, Westmont Synopsis: A talented, multisport athlete, Doll now has the legendary Otto Zeman calling the plays. Zeman coached six all-state quarterbacks in his 28 years at Riverside-Brookfield and Doll has all the talent to be No. 7.
SURPRISE PLAYER Scott: Shane Briscoe, Minooka Synopsis: Briscoe, a coach’s son, performed well in limited action with the Indians last year. It is his team this year and
Jay Roberts, Plainfield North Tyler Reitz, JCA Matt Alviti, Maine South Jordan Ellingwood, Plainfield Central Aaron Bailey, Bolingbrook Omar Stover, Bolingbrook Jaden Huff, Bolingbrook Quincy Woods, Bolingbrook Jack Euritt, Benet Jordan Brown, Joliet West David Edwards, Downers North Gino Giarratano, Plainfield Central Korey Rogers, Joliet West Kyle Leto, Downers North Kurt Palandech, Plainfield North Jack Toner, Benet Billy Hirsch, Notre Dame Andrew Milhulet, Niles West Tommy Galanopoulos, Niles West Nick McTarnaghan, Benet Brandon Salter, Downers North
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I think he will make a name for himself. Minooka had a down year last year in missing the playoffs and I think he is a big reason why they get back this year. Mark: Brendan Reed, Lockport Synopsis: The 6-foot, 2-inch, 175 pound senior wide receiver will be the main target in the Porters’ passing game this season. He returns along with quarterback Ryan Dalton, who was able to get a rapport with Reed all last season.
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Now it’s time for apricots I’ve always felt a special love for summer fruits, because they’re so delicious and they come and go so quickly. Fresh berries - true local, seasonal ones, not those that arrive after long voyages by land or sea -are around for a matter of weeks. The stone fruits of summer - cherries, then peaches and nectarines, and finally the apricots that arrive later in summer - can seem even more fleeting. Now, in many places, we’re really getting into serious apricot season. Walk through farmers’ markets and you’ll see those deep, plump little orange-golden fruit practically glowing on the stands.You can sometimes smell their sweet, slightly musky aroma from many feet away. If I’m offered a taste, I have to close my eyes to shut out the rest of the world, so rich, sweet, firm, and juicy those ripe, local, in-season apricots taste. I could just stand right there in the farmers’ market and go on eating them. But, to be honest, what ripe apricots really make me want to do is start cooking with them. I’ll slice them and arrange them on top of pie dough or puff pastry to make open-faced tarts. Or I’ll slice them up into fruit salads, or even add them to maincourse salads featuring cooked poultry, seafood, or meat. If I have a big bagful of apricots, I might even dry some. I’ll wash, halve, and pit them and then put them in a countertop dehydrator. You could also arrange them skin side down on a big baking sheet lined with parchment paper and then dry them in the oven at its lowest temperature setting with the oven door propped ajar, leaving them there all day - up to 12 hours or more - until they’re leathery but still pliable. (Don’t leave the house while you’re doing this, and keep kids and pets away!) Once cooled, the dried fruit can be stored in an airtight container. Or I might just make an apricot version of one of my favorite classic desserts, Peach Melba. Originally created in the late-19th century by the famed Londonbased French chef Auguste Escoffier to honor the great Australian opera star Dame Nellie Melba, this dessert usually combines poached peaches with vanilla ice cream and a raspberry sauce. I like the way apricots, with their slightly tart and musky flavors, give the dessert a different personality. In fact, in the recipe I share here, those flavors pair especially well with tangy frozen yogurt instead of ice cream. If you like, you can opt for low-fat or nonfat frozen yogurt and omit the whipped-cream garnish to make this a surprisingly light dessert that still feels spectacularly indulgent.
And who wouldn’t want to indulge when there’s a sudden, soon-to-vanish bounty of one of summer’s special pleasures?
APRICOT MELBA WITH FROZEN YOGURT AND FRESH RASPBERRY SAUCE Serves 6 POACHED APRICOTS: 2 cups water 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Zest of 1 lemon 12 ripe but firm apricots, halved and pitted FRESH RASPBERRY SAUCE: 1 pound fresh raspberries 1 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice FOR SERVING: 1 pint vanilla frozen yogurt 1 cup heavy cream, whipped, optional Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting, optional 3/4 cup toasted sliced almonds In a medium saucepan, stir together the water, sugar, lemon juice and lemon zest. Bring to a boil over mediumhigh heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Add the apricot halves to this syrup. Continue simmering
until the apricots are cooked through but still firm and with their skins intact, about 5 minutes, gently turning them over about halfway through poaching. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside, leaving the apricots in the syrup until cooled to room temperature. For the Raspberry Sauce, put the berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a food processor fitted with the stainlesssteel blade. Process until smoothly pureed, stopping once or twice as necessary to scrape down the bowl. Set a finemeshed strainer over a bowl and pour the sauce into the strainer, pressing it through with a rubber spatula to remove the seeds. Set the sauce aside. To serve, scoop the frozen yogurt into individual chilled serving bowls.With a large spoon, remove the apricots from the syrup, arranging 4 halves around each serving of frozen yogurt. (Reserve the poaching syrup in a covered container in the refrigerator for another use, such as serving it over ice cream or frozen yogurt.) With a spoon, generously drizzle the Raspberry Sauce over each serving. Garnish with whipped cream, if you like, and toasted almonds. Or dust with confectioners’ sugar and garnish with almonds. (c) 2013 WOLFGANG PUCK WORLDWIDE, INC. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.
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Get the credit you deserve Q. When my boss asks for ideas, I find I will often state a good idea, it will get talked over, and then someone says the same thing and takes the credit. Is there a way I diplomatically can point out that I said it first? A. Yes, you can use your frustration strategically to point out after your teammate restates your idea that you said it first. Many quiet, introverted people get accustomed at work to being run over verbally by louder colleagues. I have clients who have ended up in self-destructive cycles where the more they withdraw, the more others trample them in meetings. After a while, the members of your team will simply get used to ignoring you or interrupting you. You are going to need to retrain your coworkers if you want the cycle of getting talked over to stop. Next time you start to articulate an idea and someone starts to talk, pause and
neutrally say,“I know you didn’t know I wasn’t finished.” Carefully watch your body language and tone of voice to be calm. If you say these words in an angry way, your coworkers will respond to feeling criticized and not to your request to finish your statements. You’ve been storing up a lot frustration. When people finally speak up after experiencing a mountain of anger, they can easily bury coworkers in all that rage. Most people get scared and then enraged back when others express intense fury. Unfortunately, the point gets lost in all this exchange of emotion. You’ll find that even when you have made sure to finish your statements, your group may still not hear what you said. If you find you’re still not getting credit, there are two explanations: 1. You are quite smart and, without knowing it, you are talking over the heads of people on your team. You need to dumb down and simplify your idea so everyone can track
what you’re saying. When your coworker repeats the idea, people respond because your coworker has simplified it. 2. You are stating your idea without appealing to the needs and agendas of your coworkers. When your coworker repeats the idea he is restating your basic concept while making the idea attractive to everyone. In your next meeting, pretend you are in an interpersonal lab trying out different approaches to experiment with results. If you try lots of different strategies and find you are still dismissed, then your group is simply accustomed to ignoring your ideas. There is another powerful option that fixes the problem of losing credit to the coworker who repeats your good idea. After your coworker finishes restating your idea, neutrally tag on,“Yes, I agree with (insert coworker’s name). As I said, a few minutes ago (restate what you said in the meeting).” Now expand on your good idea. You won’t come across as huffy. Everyone will stop ignoring you and you’ll finally get the credit you are due. Being mad about feeling victimized by people at work
can feel gratifying in the short term. Feeling powerful because you changed to get what you want will bring you far more durable satisfaction.
Last word(s) Q. I have a coworker who won’t shut up. He has a long opinion about everything under the sun. Is there any good reason some people at work think they must shove their personal judgments at everyone they meet? A. Yes, as Edward Abbey, American novelist, once said “An empty man is full of himself.”
(Daneen Skube, Ph.D., executive coach, trainer, therapist and speaker, also appears as the FOX Channel’s “Workplace Guru” each Monday morning. She’s the author of “Interpersonal Edge: Breakthrough Tools for Talking to Anyone, Anywhere, About Anything” (Hay House, 2006). You can contact Dr. Skube at www. interpersonaledge.com or 1420 NW Gilman Blvd., #2845, Issaquah, WA 98027. Sorry, no personal replies.)
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THE BUGLE AUGUST 28, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL Fifth Third Mortgage Company PLAINTIFF Vs. Ron D. Smith; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 005117 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 5/17/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 9/24/13 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 09-18-304-008 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 6203 Woodward Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60516 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-30550.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SII TO CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION PLAINTIFF VS MARIA MIRKA LENOS A/K/A MARIA M. LENOS A/K/A MARIA LENOS; ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING & TECHNOLOGIES, INC.; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; ELIZABETH S. ZACHARIAS; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 4791 8114 WINTER CIRCLE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60517
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS
NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 30, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on October 8, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 09-32-206-014 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8114 WINTER CIRCLE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $409,577.42. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service. atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1120467 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I555717
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS MIGUEL MUNOZ AKA MIGUEL A MUNOZ; TERESA MUNOZ; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 821 2814 STONEWALL AVENUE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on July 2, 2013, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on October 10, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 08-14-401-014 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2814 STONEWALL AVENUE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $286,735.05. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service. atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1300462 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I556080 Published 8/28, 9/4, 9/11
2012 CH 003951 Bank of America, N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. Donnabelle Lorenzo-Villarino; et. al. DEFENDANTS
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/3/2012, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 10/10/13 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-13-305-011 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2417 Stonewall Avenue Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-1213772. I557011 Published 8/28, 9/4, 9/11
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26 THE BUGLE AUGUST 28, 2013 LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL Fifth Third Mortgage Company PLAINTIFF Vs. Ron D. Smith; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 005117 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 5/17/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 9/24/13 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE LOCATED IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS: LOT 24 IN BLOCK 25 IN DOWNERS GROVE GARDENS, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, AND SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, ALL EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 7, 1924 AS DOCUMENT 177390, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 09-18-304-008 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 6203 Woodward Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60516 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-30550. I554058 Published 8/14, 8/21, 8/28
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SII TO CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION PLAINTIFF VS MARIA MIRKA LENOS A/K/A MARIA M. LENOS A/K/A MARIA LENOS; ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING & TECHNOLOGIES, INC.; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; ELIZABETH S. ZACHARIAS; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 4791 8114 WINTER CIRCLE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 30, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on October 8, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 50 IN LAKE IN THE WOODS, A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 32 AND THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 12, 1969 AS DOCUMENT R69-40874 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION FILED OCTOBER 29, 1969 AS DOCUMENT R6947339, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 09-32-206-014 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8114 WINTER CIRCLE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $409,577.42. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1120467 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I555717
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS
WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS MIGUEL MUNOZ AKA MIGUEL A MUNOZ; TERESA MUNOZ; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 821 2814 STONEWALL AVENUE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on July 2, 2013, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on October 10, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 1 IN WINSTON HILLS RESUBDIVISION OF PARTS OF BLOCKS 30, 32, 33, 34, 36, 37, 40, AND 41 IN WINSTON HILLS UNIT 4, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PARTS OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 13, AND THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 14, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF SAID RESUBDIVISION RECORDED SEPTEMBER 2, 1969 AS DOCUMENT R69-42482 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION FILED MARCH 5, 1970, AS DOCUMENT R70-6587, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-14-401-014 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2814 STONEWALL AVENUE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $286,735.05. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1300462 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I556080 Published 8/28, 9/4, 9/11
2012 CH 003951 Bank of America, N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. Donnabelle Lorenzo-Villarino; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/3/2012, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 10/10/13 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 36 IN BLOCK 29 IN WINSTON HILLS UNIT FOUR, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 13 AND THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 1, 1968 AS DOCUMENT R68-34269, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 08-13-305-011 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2417 Stonewall Avenue Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-1213772. I557011 Published 8/28, 9/4, 9/11
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Conger and other health volunteers receive technical training upon their arrival in Paraguay. The volunteers received 10 weeks of language, technical, safety and security, and cultural adaptation training prior to departing for their individual assignments.
Continued from page 1 In four years, Conger expanded the DePaul Medical Brigades into a chapter of Global Brigades at DePaul. The Global Brigades is the world’s largest student-led global health and sustainable development organization, according to their website.
A Journey Unto Itself Conger started her application process for the Peace Corps during her last semester at DePaul. The process takes about nine months from start to finish.Once accepted, a volunteer is nominated for a region; they then have to wait for an invitation to a specific country, and at that time, they receive an assignment. This part of the process posed the first major surprise to Conger, but ultimately taught her a valuable lesson. Her initial nomination was for the region of Africa. She was told to start learning French and preparing for the trip. But when Conger received her invitation, she was shocked by what she read. “I broke down in tears, because I didn’t want to go to Paraguay,” she said. “If I had to choose any nation in South America, it would have been my last choice.” Paraguay is one of the southernmost countries in Latin America served by the Peace Corps, and that meant it would cost her family a lot of money to fly down and visit. However, Conger quickly warmed up to the idea, and that’s when she learned how to make the most out of her upcoming assignment. “The best Peace Corps volunteers are the ones who are open to new experiences and aren’t set necessarily on a certain kind of experience,” she said. “It never turns out to be what you expect it to be.” The next surprise came once Conger arrived in Paraguay. Before she left, Conger was an avid runner, a veteran of several marathons. But when she got to Paraguay, she learned the dogs in the country were typically unleashed, territorial and trained to attack people. Because of this cultural practice, Conger couldn’t run and had to find new ways to exercise. “The big things you expect, like no running water, taking bucket baths and having different food,” she said.“The little things that you never think of, kind of get to you.” As a part of her training, Conger
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Conger stands in front of the school where she taught in Paraguay.
and the 47 group volunteers she traveled with were taught the country’s two national languages, Spanish and Guarani; security and safety; cultural adaptation; and the technical aspects for their particular assignments. Conger’s assignment was rural health and sanitation, and her training included general and dental health, nutrition, waste and water management, and HIV and AIDS prevention. Conger taught these aspects of health and sanitation to every grade from preschoolers to seniors in high school. She estimates that she worked with more than 300 students during her time in Potrero Báez. Although health and sanitation was her passion, Conger had to negotiate with local school administrators to introduce the topic to students. “They weren’t really interested in health education; they really wanted English classes,” she said. “So, in exchange to let me do all the health stuff I wanted to do
with the community, I agreed to teach English classes.” And just like in Portrero Báez, Conger will use her ability to teach English as a second language to allow her the opportunity to continue volunteer work in other areas while in Panama. In addition to her experience teaching English in Paraguay, Conger earned a certification to teach English as a foreign language. She left for Panama on Aug. 14, and her plan is to stay for a year. But at the age of 25, Conger admits she is open to what ever the future may hold. “If there are any life experiences you want to have, and you’re able to do it when you’re young and you don’t have anything tying you down, do the things you want to do,” she said. “Take those opportunities and have those experiences.” To read more about Conger s time Portero Báez, visit her blog http://withlovefromparaguay. blogspot.com. jsamples@buglenewspapers.com
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