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2012 YEAR IN REVIEW

DECEMBER 26, 2012

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THE BUGLE DECEMBER 26, 2012

Year in Review

District 58 appoints Residents energized on power choices new superintendent Kari Cremascoli began as the Superintendent of Downers Grove Grade School District 58 on July 1. Cremascoli replaced Paul Zaander upon his retirement.

“I am thrilled to have the opportunity to serve the District 58 learning community, where excellence in education clearly abounds,” Cremascoli said. “The studentcentered focus of the District and strong community support for exemplary educational practices are impressive, and I am excited to be joining such a dedicated team of educational professionals.I am eager to work with district administrators, teachers, parents, students and the community to build upon the District’s successes and to inspire our children to achieve greatness. I look forward to getting to know the students, their families and the Downers Grove community.”

Prior to joining school

An energy forum was held in Downers Grove to help residents better understand the details involved with selecting a new source for purchasing electricity. Supply is the purchasing of the actual electricity, transmission is the transportation and delivery is the distribution of electricity.

In order to lower energy costs, Illinois has now offered residents the opportunity to select their supplier. ComEd still maintains transmission and delivery of electricity.

At the forum, residents were assured that while ComEd was no longer the supplier of their electricity, they still transmit and deliver energy.

“Since ComEd delivers energy, they are responsible for servicing the lines so customers should still contact ComEd for any problems,” Yami Newell, Citizens Utility Board community technology liaisons said at the forum.

The villages of Westmont and Downers Grove selected FirstEnergy Solutions to be their electric provider. Woodridge joined the Will County Electric Aggregation, which also elected to go with FirstEnergy Solutions.

Enrollment was automatic over the summer for residents of all three villages. There was a July date to opt-out but has since expired.

The villages of Downers Grove,Woodridge andWestmont would like residents to be aware that they may be solicited by various other energy suppliers.

Be careful of any statements or advertising that implies any other energy company other than FirstEnergy Solutions is the official energy company of your village.

For any questions regarding the energy supply issue or solicitations, contact your village hall or visit FirstEnergy at www.fes.com/.

All energy customers will continue receiving their bill from ComEd. The forum was hosted by state Sen. Ron Sandack, R-Downers Grove.

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district 58, Cremascoli served as the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services for DeKalb Community Unit School District 428 where she was named DeKalb County Excellence in Education Administrator of the Year in 2010 and 2011.

Mayor Murphy announces retirement When Bill Murphy was elected as the Woodridge Mayor in 1981, both President Ronald Reagan and Gov. Jim Edgar were just beginning their first terms in office. The price of a new home was $83,000, and the cost of a gallon of gas was $1.38.

After serving 32 years as mayor, Murphy has announced that he will not seek another term as mayor in the April elections.

During his term as mayor, Woodridge grew 46 percent from a population of 22,561 to 32,971; nearly doubled in size from 5.7 square miles to over 10 square miles and increased property

values to over $3 billion.

“I would strongly encourage the next mayor to continue our Strategic Management Plan Process, which results in a fiveyear budget,” Murphy said. “With a five-year budget adjusted each year, long range conservative financial planning helps when faced with financial difficulties.

(And also), provide the leadership to operate the Village of Woodridge in a professional business-like manner.”

Murphy appreciates the public involvement as well as other Woodridge governmental bodies working with the village board.

“The village elected officials, staff and I take a great pride in the cooperative working relationship we enjoy with the other governmental bodies in Woodridge,” said Murphy. “That doesn’t always take place in local communities, but in Woodridge, the results were cooperative initiatives that save tax payers money.”

Previously, Murphy served as village trustee, Principal and Assistant Superintendent with Woodridge School District 68.

Murphy’s commitment to the community has spanned over five decades.

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Westmont woman pleads not guilty to firing at police In an arraignment hearing in DuPage County Circuit Court, Heidi Till, 45, Westmont, issued a plea of not guilty after being charged with four counts of attempted murder of a police officer in an incident that occurred on June 1.

Officers were dispatched to Till’s home, 329 S. Lincoln St., after she called 911 to inform the dispatcher that she had a gun and was going to kill herself.

Upon arrival, police determined the severity of the situation and called for backup.The home was surrounded immediately with armed officers in bulletproof vests.

Police found Till on the back porch of her home with a loaded handgun. After a brief conversation with Till, she allegedly fired the gun three times, the third shot while pointing the gun in the officer’s

direction.

Two officers then returned fire, striking Till in her head and chest. After the situation was controlled, the wounded woman was transported to Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove.

“It appears this incident was isolated to this residence and to the 45-year-old female,” said Westmont Police Chief Thomas Mulhearn said. “There was no threat to the community nor are we searching for any other suspects related to this incident.”

Till’s next court date is Tuesday, Jan. 29, for a status hearing, according to Paul Darrah, a spokesman for the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office.

The charges are a class X felony and punishable by six to 30 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.

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The face of heroin has changed Heroin users are younger today than previous years, according to Downers Grove Police Chief Robert Porter. Current users are between the ages of 18 to 24-plus and cross every gender, race and socio-economic background.

It is no longer just an inner city, urban problem but a suburban problem, too.As of October, there have been four heroin overdose deaths to date in Downers Grove and 30 in DuPage County in 2012.

In October, due to the increase in heroin arrests as well as overdoses, the police department coordinated a forum with experts on the issue to educate parents about the recent increase in heroin usage.

The average purity of street heroin varies between 30 and 50 percent while heroin seized at the border has a much higher purity level of over 60 percent, which is a lethal purity level.

Each time the drug is sold, it

passes through another layer of being ‘cut’ which reduces its strength. Unfortunately, the end user has no idea how many times the heroin has been ‘cut’.

Most overdoses occur when the user unknowingly consumes a high purity heroin, according to DuPage Metropolitan Enforcement Group Director Matt Gainer Another cause of overdose is that tolerance to heroin develops quickly, and users need more of the drug to achieve the same intense rush.

With two months left in 2012, overdose deaths already surpass 2011 when there were 27, according to DuPage County States Attorney Robert Berlin.

Most of the heroine our kids are using in this county is from Chicago.

The I-88 corridor and Roosevelt Road has become several DuPage County law enforcement officials present

called “the heroin highway.”

“In western Chicago, there are approximately 175 open air drug markets,” Gainer said.

“These open air drug markets operate just like a business here in Downers Grove. For example, dealers are organized; they work shifts, (have) a chain of command and consequences for employees who do not follow the rules.”

Speaking as a parent of two, Berlin advises parents to be more pro-active in their children’s lives.

“You have to know who your kids’ friends are and who they are hanging out with,” Berlin said.

“Kids text, Facebook, email each other and you have to monitor all of it. There are programs out there to help you monitor their kids’ cell phone use.”

Berlin recognizes many parents feel it’s an invasion of privacy but suggests it’s better than the alternative.

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THE BUGLE DECEMBER 26, 2012

Year in Review

Budget nets drop in tax levy In October, the village of Downers Grove hashed out a $41.6 million budget for 2013, with accommodations to the rising costs of water management, and personnel.

“Most importantly, the general fund, the village’s primary operating fund, is balanced with revenues and expenses of $41.6 million,” said Mayor Martin Tully.

“The FY13 budget is consistent with the Long-Range Financial Plan strategies and actions that the village council adopted earlier in 2012.”

The 2013 Downers Grove village budget transfers the funding of storm water services from the property tax bill to a monthly fee on residents based on usage/impact.

This will result in a $2.47 million reduction in property tax levy and the change is expected to garner $3.3 million in revenue.

“A similar situation is occurring in the storm water fund as the village continues to use the proceeds from the 2008 storm water bonds to construct

needed improvements to the storm water system in order to reduce flooding,”Tully said.

In the long-range financial plan, the village accomplished the elimination of a structural gap in the general fund.

Throughout the past three years, the village has been able to reduce the general fund expenses by approximately $5 million.

As an example of reducing personnel costs, the village has changed firefighters’ planned time off, which reduced

expenses by approximately $110,000 per year.

Personnel expenses account for over 78 percent of the general fund including salaries, health benefits and postemployment benefits such as pensions.

“A big commitment or goal for 2013 is to complete a large amount of infrastructure projects, 14.2 million in street’s alone,”Trustee Becky Rheintgen said. “We hear the community’s concerns regarding the condition of their streets.”

Westmont’s no vote impact In the November election, Westmont residents voted no to remain a Home Rule community by a mere 51 percent of the vote.

In Illinois,the Home Rule status only applies to communities with a population over 25,000.

While the population in 2007 was 26,211, the 2010 census reduced it to 24,685, which resulted in the issue being put on November’s ballot.

The financial consequences of losing Home Rule status, officials said, include a loss of more than $2 million in tax revenues, which went directly into the general operating fund through hotel/ motel, sales and gasoline taxes generated.

Illinois statues say the hotel/ motel tax revenue generated in a Home Rule community may be applied to the village revenues, but the same revenue from a nonHome Rule community can only be used to promote overnight tourism. In 2012, the hotel/ motel tax is on target to generate

approximately $600,000, according to village officials.

Another loss will be the taxes generated by non-residents such as the gas and sales tax, which accrued when anyone not living in Westmont spent money here, according to Westmont Village Manager Ron Searl.

Other possible ramifications are the police department will lose approximately 26 percent of their budget and the fire department almost 50 percent of their budget, according to officials.

As non-Home Rule community, Westmont will now be required to provide the necessary monies for any unfunded state mandates, which are Illinois statutes that require local municipalities to deliver a service without providing the funding.

The village has a pending appeal challenging the 2010 Census population. If the appeal passes next summer, it is unclear when the Home Rule status will be reinstated.

Village follows through on golf pitch Woodridge residents were angered when an August press release announced the village’s intention to hire an outside consultant to determine the Village Greens’ economic sustainability.

In response to the public outcry, Mayor Bill Murphy addressed the concerns of the more than 50 angry residents attending an October board meeting.

Murphy assured them that a proposal to keep the golf course as is was agreed upon during a meeting the he attended with representatives from the village, Woodridge Park District and Village Greens.

“We will be seeking a consensus that urges village staff forward in discussions with the park district staff to prepare a five-year financial plan reflecting capitol and operations,” Murphy said.

Further, the village requested the park district consider entering into a long-term lease with the Village Greens where the Woodridge Park District will issue debt and assume financial responsibility for any financial losses or gains by the golf course.

“The village feels a long-term management lease agreement is more logical with one entity,” Murphy said. “The Woodridge Park District will seek input, comments and questions from the community including such groups as the Keep the Village Greens.”

Calendar ONGOING Christmas Lights Recycling. In support of the Strategic Plan goal to be “green” mindful and sustainable, the Village will offer recycling of Christmas tree lights and extension cords. A receptacle will be available at the Downers Grove Public Works Facility, 5101 Walnut Ave. now through February 1, 2013. Items may be dropped off during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5p.m. Acceptable items are: Mini-lights (also known as Italian lights); C7 lights; C9 lights; Rope lights; LED lights; and Extension cords Crafters Wanted.

The Westmont Park District is seeking crafters for the annual Holly Days Gift Bazaar. The craft show will be held Sunday, Nov. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Anyone with a talent for making unique items or who wants to highlight their small business is invited to be a participant. Spaces are approximately 8’x 5’. Included in your fee is a table, two chairs, advertising, complimentary coffee and a breakfast discount.

For more information, please contact the Westmont Park District at 630-969-8080.

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 630-968-8706 for more information.

Do you want to stop drinking? Contact Alcoholics Anonymous at 630-887-8671 to get help, or go online to

www.aa-nia.org to find a local meeting.

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. 10:15-10:45 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.

10:45-11:30 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. 9:30-10 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.

DECEMBER 27 Winter Break Craftacular!

All Day at the Downer Grove Library. Stop by to color, stick, fold, and assemble crafts for all ages! Drop in for one craft, or stay longer and make more.

Preschoolers must be directly supervised by an adult.

DECEMBER 28 Beyblades! 3 to 4 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Come and battle together in this open-play session! Please bring your own BeyBlades! For more information,

call 630-960-1200 or visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org.

DECMBER 29 Saturday Morning Storytime. 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Join us each Saturday morning for stories, songs, and fingerplays. Parent participation is an important part of this storytime, and attending children must be supervised by an adult. Registration is not required. Storytimes attended by eight or fewer people may be canceled by the storyteller.

For more information, call 630-960-1200 or visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org.

JANUARY 2 How to Download eBooks: iPad. 10 to 11 a.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Did you recently purchase or receive an iPad? We’ll help you download library eBooks to your new device.

Bring your device, cords, and Apple ID and password. Have a laptop? You can bring that too. You must have a DGPL card to download the library’s eBooks. For more information, call 630-960-1200 or visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org.

JANUARY 3 How to Download eBooks: Smartphone. 4 to 5 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Did you recently purchase or receive a smartphone? We’ll help you download library eBooks to your new device. Bring your device and cords. Have a laptop? You can bring that too.

You must have a DGPL card in order to download the library’s eBooks. For more information, call 630-960-1200 or visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org.

JANUARY 4 How to Download eBooks: Nook. 2 to 3 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Did you recently purchase or receive

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a Nook eReader? We’ll help you download library eBooks to your new device. Bring your device and cords. Have a laptop? You can bring that too.

You must have a DGPL card to download the library’s eBooks.

For more information, call 630-960-1200 or visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org.

Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Introduces the Office Button, the Quick Access Toolbar, and the Fluid User Interface, also known as the Ribbon. Classes are open to DGPL cardholders only.

For more information, call 630-960-1200 or visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org.

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How to Download eBooks: iPad. 2 to 3 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Did you recently purchase or receive an iPad? We’ll help you download library eBooks to your new device.

Bring your device, cords, and Apple ID and password. Have a laptop? You can bring that too. You must have a DGPL card to download the library’s eBooks. For more information, call 630-960-1200 or visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org.

Open Study for Exams. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Age Group(s): Teens -- Grades 7 – 12. Laptops, snacks, and visits from stress relief therapy dogs provided in the Meeting Room. Drop-in quiet and group study space available.

No registration required. Just drop in. For more information, call 630-960-1200 or visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org.

JANUARY 7 Introduction to Microsoft® Excel 2007. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Create a professional-looking worksheet, insert formulas, and generate a simple chart. Classes are open to DGPL cardholders only. For more information, call 630-960-1200 or visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org.

JANUARY 8 How to Download eBooks: Kindle. 10 to 11 a.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Did you recently purchase or receive a Kindle eReader? We’ll help you download library eBooks to it. Bring your device, cords, and Amazon account login and password. Have a laptop? You can bring that too. You must have a DGPL card to download the library’s eBooks. For more information,call 630-960-1200 or visit www.downersgrovelibrary. org.

JANUARY 9 Introduction to Microsoft® Word 2007. 1 to 3 p.m. at the

JANUARY 13 How to Download eBooks: Nook. 1 to 2 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Did you recently purchase or receive a Nook eReader? We’ll help you download library eBooks to your new device. Bring your device and cords. Have a laptop? You can bring that too.

You must have a DGPL card to download the library’s eBooks.

For more information, call 630-960-1200 or visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org.

Open Study for Exams. 1 to 5 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Age Group(s): Teens -- Grades 7 – 12. Laptops, snacks, and visits from stress relief therapy dogs provided in the Meeting Room.

Drop-in quiet and group study space available. No registration required. Just drop in. For more information,call 630-960-1200 or visit www.downersgrovelibrary. org.

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Year in Review New Children’s Advocacy Center named for Nicarico The new DuPage County’s Advocacy Center has been named to honor an innocent young victim of a horrific crime.

In July, ground was broken and construction started on the new Jeanine Nicarico Children’s Advocacy Center, which will also house the DuPage County Family Center.

The $5 million facility is in memory of Jeanine Nicarico, who at the age of 10 was abducted from her Naperville home, raped and killed in February 1983.

The Children’s Advocacy Center provides a setting to put young victims at ease while police and prosecutors

investigate.

It offers a coordinated approach to child sexual abuse investigations, recognizing the special needs of child victims while demanding accountability for the crime of child sexual abuse.The program has outgrown the current facility.

The 15,000-square-foot building will also house the DuPage County Family Center, which assists families going through a divorce or separation.

Construction is expected to be finished in spring, 2013.

Jeanine’s name will live on as a symbol of the county’s dedication to children, according to DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin.

Woman found dead of stabbing Woodridge police officers responded on Dec. 15 to a burglary/death investigation call on Forest Drive, Woodridge.

Upon their arrival, officers discovered Alyssa Van Meter deceased of an apparent stab wound to her chest on the bedroom floor of her apartment.

Adam Belmont, 23, Northlake, has been formally charged with the murder of his former girlfriend, Van Meter.

“We knew early in the investigation that this was an isolated incident, which led us to the victim’s ex-boyfriend,”

Woodridge Police Chief Ken Boehm said. “At no time was public safety at risk.”

At approximately 9 p.m. that evening, it is alleged that Belmont entered Van Meter’s apartment by climbing up the outside balcony then climbing through a window. Once inside the apartment, Belmont confronted Van Meter and after a brief verbal confrontation, a physical altercation between the two ensued.

It is further alleged that Belmont choked Van Meter until she was unconscious, stabbed her one time in the

chest piercing her heart and then sexually assaulted her.

After killing Van Meter, police contend that Belmont fled the scene. An investigation by the Woodridge Police Department led authorities to Belmont who was arrested later that evening.

On December 17, Belmont was charged with two counts of first degree murder, aggravated criminal sexual assault, a class x felony and home invasion, a class x felony. Judge Alex McGimpsey has ordered that Belmont be held without bond.

His next court appearance is scheduled for Jan. 14.

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News from your schools Herrick, O’Neill team up to collect items for Wet Nose Food Pantry The O’Neill Middle School student council and the Herrick Middle School HOPE (Helping Ordinary People Everyday) Club recently teamed up to collect nearly 500 pounds of dog and cat food and boxes of treats, toys and supplies for the Wet Nose Food Pantry, which serves pets of families in need. Kate Quinn, who graduated from O’Neill in 1993, helped found the Wet Nose Pantry, and approached the student council about donating items.For more information about the Wet Nose Food Pantry, visit http://wetnosepetfoodpantry. webstarts.com/.

wanted to go this time of year as it is the season of giving,” said student council co-sponsor Maura Prekwas. They spent two hours packing meals in an assemblyline style. There was fun music playing loudly and the kids were able to yell their country’s name whenever they filled a box with food, so occasionally the room would erupt with cries of “Cambodia!” or “Haiti!” The kids danced and worked and yelled and had a great time. They had been asked to bring in change beforehand so they could donate to help pay for the food that was packaged, and ended up raising $137! In their two hours there, they packaged enough food for 47 kids to eat for an entire year.

“The kids were so happy and felt good about doing something for someone else,” Prekwas said.

PAWsome program at Lester student Hillcrest promoting council supports interpersonal skills Project Frontlines A new PAWsome program at Hillcrest School is raising awareness among students about interpersonal skills. Dandy Dawg, the Hillcrest mascot, is following the students on the road of good choices until the end of the year.

Each month, the focus is on a different character trait, such as courage, respect, or honesty. If a student is “caught” displaying the trait of the month, they receive a PAW slip from any adult in the building. They bring it to their classroom and put it into their classroom’s PAW bucket. During an assembly at the end of the month, students are given a tag for that character trait to add to a chain. Also at the assembly, staff talks a bit about the character trait, giving some examples to remind the students about its meaning. For example, during the first assembly, staff showed movie clips in which the characters depicted courage, and took a few minutes to discuss.

El Sierra fifthgraders pack meals, raise money for Feed My Starving Children El Sierra fifth graders took a field trip Nov. 26 to Feed My Starving Children in Aurora, a charity where volunteers can go to package meals that are sent around the world to people who would otherwise go hungry. “We

In celebration of Veteran’s Day, the Lester School student council sponsored a drive to support Project Frontlines, collecting items to make care packages for soldiers serving overseas. Lester is paired with a Navy Construction Battalion currently serving in a remote location, tasked with renovating a school and putting up another important building for the country. The Lester student council collected 25 large boxes of donation items, including snacks, toiletries, games and books to send to this platoon. Many classes also wrote letters and poems to include in the packages. The PTA paid the shipping costs.

Kingsley student posters on display at YMCA How is Christmas celebrated in Portugal? What about Ireland, or Brazil? First- and second-grade students in the Leading to Reading enrichment/extension program at Kingsley School worked in pairs to research a specific country’s Christmas customs and traditions and create Christmas Around the World brochures, which are on display at the school and also at the Indian Boundary YMCA as part of the YMCA’s Christmas Around the World.

The brochures include the country’s flag, as well as information about such topics as the weather at Christmastime,

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Lincoln Learning Center to host preschool House Parents considering a preschool or ThreeSchool program for their child during the 2013-2014 school year will have their questions answered during an open house hosted by the Downers Grove Park District from 7 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 17 at Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave. Parents are invited to tour the preschool classrooms and visit with the teachers to learn more about the Downers Grove Park District Early Childhood program.

New student residents who register for the Preschool or ThreeSchool lottery the night of the open house, with their $50 registration deposit, birth certificate and proof of residency, will receive $25 off their first tuition payment for the 2013-2014 school year.

Preschool is for children who turn 3, 4 or 5 years old, but not yet 6 years old by September 1, 2013. ThreeSchool is a Preschool readiness

program for children who turn three years old between Sept. 2 and Dec. 31, 2013.

New student resident lottery registration for both Preschool and ThreeSchool will take place Monday, Jan. 14 to noon on Saturday, Jan. 19. A random selection for class time placement will take place on Monday, Jan. 21. Both residents and non-residents may register for remaining class openings on a first-come first-served basis beginning Jan. 22.

Class times and tuition information can be found in the Winter/Spring Recreation and Parks Guide, as well as www.dgparks.org.

The Downers Grove Park District is dedicated to providing a wide variety of yearround recreation programs, facilities, parks, open space and natural areas that respond to the articulated needs and desires of residents.

For more information, call 630-963-1300, or visit www.dgparks.org.

District 58 Education Foundation gives more than $35K in grants A “one school, one book” reading program, iPads, interactive whiteboards, a middle school initiative called Rachel’s Challenge, and a digital piano for the district’s music program were among the nearly two dozen grant requests funded by the District 58 Education Foundation for 2012-13.

Altogether the Foundation, which was founded in 2002 to enhance the education of students in District 58 and its 13 schools, gave away more than $35,000 in grants this school year.

The Education Foundation’s

grants committee received a total of 35 requests. To ensure an impartial review, all identifying information regarding the applicant(s), their job title and their school were removed from the applications prior to their distribution to the committee, which was chaired by Stephan Upshaw and also included Foundation President Jay Stocki, Vice President Amy Kovacevic, Board member Laura Taylor, parent John Doyle, District 58 teacher Meg Van Dyke, and District 58 Communications Coordinator and Foundation ex officio

Jennie Waldorf.

Since its inception in 2002, the Foundation has raised and distributed nearly $400,000 to District 58 schools.

Funding is made possible via Foundation events and programs such as Entertainment for Education, Cash for Kids and online contributions.

In addition to the annual grants, programs sponsored by the Foundation include Sneak Preview for seventh-graders, the Select 58 service and citizenship awards for eighthgraders, and the Distinguished Service Awards for staff.

District 58 Science Fair set for Jan. 19 All first through eighth grade students in District 58, as well as students whose parents are involved with Friends of the Gifted and live within the District 58 boundaries, are invited to submit projects for the 32nd annual science fair cosponsored by Downers Grove

Grade School District 58 and Friends of the Gifted.

The fair, which will take place Saturday, Jan. 19 at O’Neill Middle School, is noncompetitive for students in first and second grade, and children in third through eighth grade can choose to enter competitively or non-

competitively.

Registration forms are due by Friday, Dec. 21.

The fair will be open to the public from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Jan. 19, and everyone is encouraged to come and see the many creative, wellresearched projects on display.

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26 Exist like a mob informant, say 29 Mlle. counterpart 33 Nut in a cupule 34 Words in a market report 36 Equip with firepower 37 Somersaulting

dive 39 Executive position 41 Tolkien creature 42 “Pink Shoe Laces” singer Stevens 46 Green shade 47 Tourney ranking 49 Enjoy leisurely 51 1988 Radio Hall of Fame inductee 53 Boss, in Swahili 56 Beatles title woman who “made a fool of everyone” 57 Bit of work 60 Solon 62 Santa Catalina’s only city 64 All: Pref.

65 Wrap up 66 Place for a picture 67 Narc’s goal 68 Old IBM PCs 69 It’s chopped, in a way, in 18-, 26-, 49- and 60-Across

1 Indian tomb site 2 Nincompoop 3 Briefs not seen in court 4 Sommelier’s prefix 5 Like many a New England street 6 Kid finishing a book, maybe 7 They’re under shoulder joints, anatomically 8 “Mazel __!”

9 Bucks shots 10 Seasonal song starter 11 Eins und zwei 12 Easy to maneuver, at sea 14 Versatile synthetic 19 Cap with a pompom called a toorie 22 Remote hiding place?

24 Frond bearer 25 Stuck, after “in” 26 Old Nigerian capital 27 Words of compassion 28 Walt Disney, vis-

à-vis Mickey Mouse 30 Indira’s successor 31 Treasure stash 32 Brew hue 35 Unfortunate soul 38 Chewy caramel candy 40 Sneaky maneuver 43 Buck the majority 44 Guts 45 Quaint outburst 48 “Aw, shucks!”

50 “Giant Brain” unveiled in 1946 52 It follows April in Paris 53 Shapeless form 54 U.S.’s largest S&L until its 2008 collapse 55 Botanical bristles 57 Mtn. statistic 58 Where all roads lead?

59 Growl 61 Annoy 63 “Wheel of Fortune” purchase

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H o ro s c o p e s When you are determined to create a unique experience, you sometimes end up in a fringe world. In the early part of the week, your penchant for the unusual and unconventional could put you on the outside.

It pays to send the very best. Last-minute gifts are painstakingly adorned with as many pretty bows as those stashed away for months. In the week to come, you find it is more satisfying to give than to receive.

You may be the one called upon to hammer in the nails if stockings are to be hung by the chimney with care. Expect to receive frequent requests for help and assistance from others in the week ahead.

Be prepared to show off your versatility in the upcoming week. An unexpected change of plan can give you an opportunity to demonstrate your poise and preparedness for any and all contingencies.

Excitement can boil over like potatoes on the stove.

Tensions may run high, as last minute holiday preparations cause a flurry of unexpected obligations.

A day off might entail extra work this week.

Make season’s greetings a priority; call loved ones far away. Touch base with clients with lastminute reminders. A touch of the Blarney Stone will make the wheels of commerce turn more smoothly in the week ahead.

Give in to the urge to splurge. When your wallet is full, it’s a good time to express generosity in the upcoming week. Just because you count pennies and clip coupons doesn’t mean you’re middle name is Scrooge.

Get prepared for a fabulous week. Act the part of jolly old St. Nick by sending all your personal elves on errands. Take stock; plan ahead to take care of essentials the create holiday joy.

Having Venus in your sign should draw others closer in the week ahead. Enjoy relaxation and cheerful social events. Expect a brief flurry of popularity.

Impulsive spending could prove delightful.

Where there’s a will, there’s a way - but in some cases, getting your way may be viewed as willfulness in the upcoming week. Take a deep breath and relax.

Demanding family members require patience.

Walk on the wild side.

Your attraction to the latest fashions and technological gadgets will receive a workout in the week to come. Family and friends look to you for directions and knowledge.

Holiday outings are on the horizon. There’s a sparkle in your eyes that invites others to join in the fun.

Sense the magic in the air as this week unfolds. You shine the brightest when entertaining others.

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Benet repeat leads year in review

By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

The 2012 calendar year saw more state champions for the coverage area. Here are the top stories of the year, highlighted

by Benet volleyball defending its state title.

Benet Volleyball During the season, the Benet girls volleyball team only went three sets four times, twice in wins and in both of their losses.

In the state finals Nov. 9 and 10 at Illinois State University’s Redbird Arena, Benet went to three sets twice.

Despite losing the first set both times, and both times looking as if they would be defeated in straight sets, the Redwings battled back to win their secondstraight Class 4A state title.

They won the championship match with a 21-25, 25-22, 25-17 win over New Trier.

“I can’t even explain it,” said Benet setter Hannah Kaminsky.

“If we are down, there is something inside us that makes us come back. We were going to go out on top.”

Benet (40-2) is the first backto-back Class 4A state champions and the first big-class champion to repeat since Mother McAuley did so in 1994 and 1995.

After winning the opening set, the Trevians (39-2) were ahead by as much as 20-16 in the second set, but Benet outscored New Trier 9-2 to close out the match.

Kaminsky went on to be named the Voyager Media Volleyball Player of the Year.

Sims/Kramer Gabby Sims went into the state finals setting her sights on

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Benet volleyball repeated as state champs this fall.

winning a state crown in the 100 freestyle—an event in which she recorded the fastest time (49.65 seconds) among all competitors

during Friday’s preliminaries.

She did even better in the championship heat, clocking in at 49.57, a personal best.

Heading into the weekend, Gabby was the defending state champion in the 100 backstroke, but in the championship heat she

had to face off against Glenbrook South star Olivia Smoliga, who See YEAR, page 14

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Mustangs off to Oswego E.; Trojans at Wheaton N.

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

There will be holiday hoops aplenty for Downers South, Downers North, Lisle and Westmont’s girls basketball teams this week, while Benet Academy is idle after finishing up at its own Benet-Naperville North Holiday Tournament last Saturday.

The Mustangs are at the 12team Oswego East Holiday Classic, which started last Saturday and runs through this weekend. The Trojans tangled with host Wheaton North in a Wednesday afternoon contest at the Bill Neibch Falcon Classic, which concludes on Saturday.

The tourney field consists of 16 teams.

Westmont is competing in the eight-team Lisle Holiday Cage Classic along with the host Lions Wednesday through Saturday.

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Nicole Janowiak and Downers South are playing at the Oswego East Holiday Tournament.

The Mustangs, winners of five of their last six games going into last Saturday’s matchup vs.

Plainfield Central, have been dealing with illness and injuries recently.

Both senior guard-forward Brittany Dietz and junior guardforward Claire Hardy have missed time due to illness for Downers South, which resumes play at Oswego East Thursday against Aurora Central Catholic in Pool C. Dietz missed the Mustangs’ 38-30 West Suburban Gold loss to Hinsdale South on Dec. 11.

Downers South coach Ellen O’Brien hoped that 6-2 sophomore Kaley Smith, who’s been out since undergoing surgery on her right foot, might be returning to the lineup in time for the Oswego tourney, but it’s looking doubtful at this point.

“I don’t know if she’ll be ready for that,” O’Brien said.“Hopefully she’ll be ready for the second half of the conference season.”

O’Brien said Plainfield Central and Aurora Central Catholic— the other two clubs in Pool C with the Mustangs—are “very good teams.”

“It’s a good test to see where we’re at,” she said.

The Mustangs (7-3 prior to last Saturday’s game) are getting good production from Dietz, Hardy, junior Bridget Ruder and 6-foot senior Kirsten Zemke thus far.

“Our goal is to build momentum and go into the New Year,” O’Brien said. “We’re trying to work on all aspects of game and improve on what we’ve done in the past. Just keep on passing our tests and move along.”

DOWNERS NORTH It’s been a tough start for the Trojans and new coach Stephan Bolt,who are 5-8 overall.But DGN did snap a five-game skid with a 59-37 triumph over Addison Trail in a West Suburban Conference crossover game Dec. 18.

Junior Sarah Costello, a threeyear varsity player, topped DGN with a 19-point effort.

Izzy Greenblatt, a sophomore, finished with 11, while freshmen Lauren Porcelli and Jaida Green contributed seven points each.

“We’ve been competitive and we’re continuing to learn,” Bolt said.“We’re young and we’re just trying to take the next step to get better.”

The Trojans undoubtedly will continue to learn on the job at Wheaton North, where they’ll play four games in four days.That stretch started Wednesday vs. the 8-3 Falcons, who won seven of their last eight games before meeting Downers North.

“Wheaton North will be a good challenge for us right off the bat,” Bolt said. “When you play four games in four days, the goal is to get better every game and learn from mistakes. Every game, and every time we step on the floor, practice or game, it’s to leave it all out there and get

better.

“I like to think that we’ve learned through some tough games this year. We’re starting to develop a little experience playing against some good teams. It’ll be a fun tournament and another good gauge to see where we’re at, and see what progress we’ve made throughout the season outside of our conference.”

LISLE/WESTMONT The last time Lisle and Westmont, longtime I-8 rivals, met on the hardwood,Westmont handed the Lions a devastating 31-30 loss in the regional championship game last February.

Whether or not the Lions and Sentinels will face off at this week’s Lisle Holiday Cage Classic remains to be seen, but the two squads enter the tourney on a roll.

The Lions (11-2) have snapped off nine consecutive victories, their latest being a 45-24 win over Timothy Christian on Dec. 18. And the Sentinels (7-3) had won of five of their last six going into a game that was played at Timothy Christian last Friday.

Walther Lutheran is the tournament’s No. 1 seed, and Latin got the No. 2 seed. Other teams at the Cage Classic include Antioch, Immaculate Conception, Coal City, Timothy Christian, Chicago Christian and Hampshire, a new team.

The Lions, coached by Dan Murray, had three players score in double figures in their Timothy Christian victory: senior forwards Kristina Fernette (12) and Kelly Urban (11), and junior center Sierra Birdsell (11).

The Mike McCord-coached Sentinels possess inside size with 6-1 senior Susan Sternard and 5-10 senior Megan Seratt.

Senior guard-forward Amanda Anderson gives Westmont additional veteran experience. mike@buglenewspapers.com

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Benet, DGS headed to Proviso

By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

As if the Proviso West Holiday Tournament wasn’t hard enough in past seasons,the field expanded from 16 to 32 teams and features some of Chicagoland’s top teams as well as teams from as far away as California.

Two Bugle area teams are included in the field, including Downers Grove South.

The Mustangs return to the Proviso West Tournament for the first time in 24 years. Downers Grove South played in this event from 1983-1988, winning the Consolation Championship in 1985.

They know it will be a difficult trek for anyone to the title game.

“At the pre-tournament press conference, there were eight of the Chicago area’s top 25 teams there,” said South coach Jay Baum.“Some will move up; some will move out. But there could be more teams (in the tournament) that could conceivably be ranked in the top 20 (by the time it starts). They sort of seeded it so every round you’re playing somebody that’s going to be good.”

With the loaded field, Baum set the goals for the tournament as internal team goals and not as much about a place in the tournament.

“We just want to get better week after week after week,” Baum said. “The Thanksgiving tournament we played four games. We said, ‘Every game we want to get better.’And we did.We came back and played Hinsdale South in Addison, beat them and played well. The Oswego game was a little bit of a setback; they were darned good.”

The Mustangs opened the tournament Dec. 22 against Chicago Westinghouse.

The current Westinghouse College Prep opened in the fall of 2009 and will have its first graduating class this year. The original Warriors played in the Proviso West HolidayTournament for 23 years from 1977-1999 and won five titles.

A win would likely get them a match-up with HomewoodFlossmoor and a loss would likely result in a game with CICS Ellison. Both games are Dec. 27.

The other local team in the tournament is Benet.

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Downers South and Tray Simmons are at the Proviso West Holiday Tournament.

The Redwings played in the tournament from 1978-1986 and returned in 2010 after a 25-year absence and promptly won the 2010 tournament championship.

Benet returns junior Sean O’Mara, who was a second team All-Tournament team member last year.

The Redwings opened Dec. 22 with Urban Prep West, with either Morton or Dunbar waiting for the Dec. 27 matchup.

Benet is one of few teams that chose to play in tournaments both before and after Christmas, as it competed in the Plainfield North tournament a week ago, going 2-2.

“Our conference only plays eight games, so it gives us a chance at really playing against

different styles that really help us in the state tournament,” said Benet coach Gene Heidkamp.

“There are disadvantages with so many games in so few days, it is hard preparation-wise, but we think there are advantages and I think our kids can handle it.”

Heidkamp said getting reenergized for Proviso is not an issue.

“It is a great environment for our kids, so we are really excited to play there,” he said. “The kids love it because of all the prestige involved.”

“It is the most fun time of the year,” said Benet senior Pat McInerny. I have never played in an NBA game, but this is how an NBA game has to feel with the crowd. There really isn’t a home crowd, they are all just

fans of basketball and when you do something right, they let you know. Winning it my sophomore year was one of the coolest things I have been part of.”

LISLE After placing second to last a year ago at the Plano tournament, coach Tony LaScala is hoping Lisle can finish in the top half for this season.

“That is what we are hoping for,” he said.“But it is tough field.

I love this tournament. It has a great atmosphere and a deep field. Belvidere and Seneca are the top two seeds.”

The Lions are a No. 6 seed and had a bye in the opening See PROVISO, page 15

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Gabby’s second-place time of 54.02 was her personal best in this event. By comparison, she won the event last year in 55.80.

Taylor Kramer made school history for Benet, becoming its first state champion in either swimming or diving by taking the title with a score of 414.25.

She edged runner-up Michelle Kalupski of Fenwick by four points.

BOYS BOWLING 1. Romeoville 2. Plainfield Central 3. Minooka 4. Lockport 5. Bolingbrook 6. Plainfield North 7. Joliet West

GIRLS BOWLING

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1. Minooka 2. Lockport 3. Joliet West 4. Plainfield East 5. Plainfield North 6. Plainfield Central 7. Downers South

Less than six miles separate Benet and Downers Grove North, but the two schools had never met on the football field until this year.

They were separated by mere inches in a Class 7A state quarterfinal at Carstens Field in Downers Grove. That was the margin between the foot of Benet receiver Jack Toner and the back of the end zone when Toner came down with the game-winning touchdown catch as time expired.

The five-yard pass from sophomore quarterback Jack Beneventi to Toner gave Benet a thrilling 26-24 victory and its first state semifinal berth since 1984. The Redwings (11-2), tied the school record for wins.

Benet fell to Lincoln-Way East in the semifinals, but it didn’t take away from the season the two schools had.

After combining for three wins a year, the teams had 18 this year, as Downers North finished 7-5.

BOYS BASKETBALL 1. Maine South 2. Notre Dame 3. Benet 4. Joliet West 5. Downers South 6. Bolingbrook 7. Niles West

GIRLS BASKETBALL 1. Plainfield East 2. Bolingbrook 3. Maine South 4. JCA 5. Romeoville 6. Downers South 7. Benet

DGS/Benet girls soccer The fact that a long and distinguished coaching career had reached the end for Downers Grove South girls soccer coach Barry Jacobson didn’t hit him after the Mustangs secured third place with a 2-1 win over Glenbrook South at Saturday Class 3A state finals.

Jacobson, who’s guided the Mustangs to seven state appearances in 29 seasons, said reality set in for him that morning prior to the third-place game with GBS. The Mustangs sent Jacobson off to retirement a winner by outscoring GBS 4-2 in penalty kicks after the game finished deadlocked 1-1 at the end of

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Benet’s Taylor Kramer took home the state title in diving.

regulation.

Thanks to a 3-2 shootout win over No. 8 seed in the Downers South Sectional final, Jacobson’s career continued J as he added another sectional title to his career achievements.

Benet also won a sectional championship, defeating Rosary 3-0. However, the Redwings fell in the Benedictine Supersectional in Class 2A 2-1 in a shootout to Wheaton St. Francis.

Cullen Cummings After missing the beginning part of the season for what he

called “some bad decisions,” Downers Grove North junior Cullen Cummings bounced back and made a lot of good decisions at the Class 3A state wrestling tournament at the University of Illinois’ Assembly Hall.

He did that in the tournament, placing in second place at the 132-pound weight class.

With Minooka’s Bobby Zabel, the No. 1 ranked wrestler at 132 pounds, out of the tournament because of violations to the Indians’ Athletic Code, the tournament looked to be opened up for No. 2 ranked Mike Mizaur

of Mt. Carmel.

That was, until Cummings pinned him 4 minutes, 33 seconds into the quarterfinal round.

In the semifinals, Cummings knocked off the No. 3 ranked Johhny Gosinski of Glenbard North, 4-3 to get to the finals, where he fell to Sal Annoreno of Bartlett.

Ryan Kujawa In only his junior year,Downers South diver Ryan Kujawa took See YEAR, page 15

WRESTLING 1. Lockport 2. Minooka 3. Plainfield Central 4. Downers North 5. Notre Dame 6. Joliet West 7. Downers South Rankings are compiled by Mark Gregory and Scott Taylor.

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round Dec. 22. They hosted the winner of Sandwich and No. 11 Kaneland Dec. 26. If the seeds hold, a win would place them in a 7 p.m. game Dec. 27 against most likely No. 4 Yorkville.

fourth place at the state meet Saturday.

Kujawa got only one chance to medal as there is just one diving event and he made it count with a 397.85 total. Jordan Sacks of New Trier won with a 444.25.

The top two finishers were both seniors, meaning Kujawa is only 10 points away from being a possible state champ next year.

He advanced to state after winning the York Sectional title with a 513.45.

WESTMONT For the second year in a row, Westmont co-hosted a tournament with Immaculate Conception that takes place on both campuses.

The tournament is a round robin, pool play format to open.

That day, Westmont faced St. Edward in the Dec. 26 opener.

In second round action Dec. 27, Westmont has a 7:30 p.m. game against Elmwood, while it faces Morgan Park at 7:30 Dec. 28.

The pool cross-overs are held Dec. 29, all at Westmont.

DOWNERS NORTH Downers Grove North played in pre-Christmas action in St. Lawrence. mark@buglenewspapers.com

DGN Gymnastics Downers Grove North senior Luke Wychocki is an aide in the athletic office during second period.

Every day this year as he helps in the office, he has stared at the lone state trophy earned by the boys gymnastics team and he every day he has wanted to get another one to share the case with the third place trophy they got last year.

Wychocki led the Trojans to do just that, as North placed third

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overall at the state meet with 155.35 points. The Wheaton Co-op program won the state title with 160.80 points and the Lincoln-Way Co-op placed second with 157.45.

North scored 27.30 points on the floor exercise, 24.850 on the pommel horse, 24.00 on the rings, 27.00 on the parallel bars and 26.40 on the horizontal bars.

Benet girls hoops Sisters Sidney and Christen, combined for 42 points and eight three-pointers in a 62-37 win over Plainfield East in the Lockport Regional championship.

Christen ended up with a game-high 22 points (15 in first half), while Sidney added 20, including 16 in the first half to break the game open early.

Included in her total was four first-half three-pointers (five total), including a 25-footer.

The Redwings then advanced to the Neuqua Valley Sectional final by beating Waubonsie Valley for the second straight year, 68-53. However, they fell to Bolingbrook 76-47 in the sectional championship game. staylor@buglenewspapers.com

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Voyager Media teams ready for Pontiac Tournament

By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

Founded in 1926, the Pontiac Holiday Tournament is considered the Granddaddy of all Illinois’ holiday basketball tournament and features the top team in the state of Illinois in Chicago Simeon and their 6-foot, 8 inch senior forward Jabari Parker, the No. 1 rated senior in the nation.

Parker, who on Dec. 20 chose Duke University as his college of choice for next season, has been playing hobbled since suffering a broken foot in July and had to sit out for five months.

If fans want to watch Parker, the No. 1 seed Simeon opens play Dec. 27 at 7:30 p.m. against United Township-East Moline.

An assumed win will pit them against either Bloomington or the host Pontiac at 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 28.

In the semifinals, Simeon has a three-out-of four shot of running into a Voyager Media area team, if one can knock off No. 4 seed Chicago Curie.

The Condors open against Plainfield North and if the Tigers cannot knock them off, the winner of Joliet West and Niles West will have a chance to advance and play Parker and Simeon.

While there are three teams in the bracket with Simeon, the Joliet area has a pair of teams competing in the tournament.

•The aforementioned Joliet West is coming off a 1-2 showing at last season’s tournament and will open this season’s tournament with Niles West, a 6-3 team from the Chicago Suburban League.

The Tigers have been at full strength this season, having guard Morris Dunnigan back to the form he showed his freshman season before blowing out his ACL in his sophomore campaign.

This season the Tigers are 7-2, losing only to SouthWest Suburban Conference leader Homewood-Flossmoor and Tyler Ulis-led Marian Catholic.

•The other Joliet area team in the Pontiac Classic is Lockport.

The Porters are in the opposite bracket of No. 1 Simeon and would only be able to face them in the championship match, however, Lockport has a tough road to get that far.

Lockport opens play at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 27 against No. 3 seed West Aurora. It faces either St. Charles North or Waukegan in its second game.

Both matchups pose a concern for Lockport coach Lawrence Thompson, Jr. “We have to play West Aurora and that’s a monumental task,” Thompson said.“You want to get better. It’s a danger zone because if we don’t win that game, we play one of two different styles of teams in the next game. We get either St. Charles North or Waukegan. Waukegan is athletic and they cause a lot of fits. St. Charles North has a great player in Quinten Payne, they have some size and have played a great schedule. Not being eliminated in two games is going to be the challenge.”

•Plainfield North is back at the Pontiac Holiday Tournament, where it has seen its share of success, finishing third in 2008.

If the Tigers (4-7) want to continue their success, they will have to beat some strong opponents. They open play at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 27 against the tournament’s No. 4 seed, Chicago Curie.

“We have a couple practices to get ready for the entire experience that is Pontiac,”North coach Nick DiForti said. “That being said, we want to get back to our winning ways for sure. But we want to get back to playing as a team going into the New Year.

We want to do all the little things we do during practice. We have to be more consistent in that.”

A win would set the Tigers up at 4 p.m. On December 28, while a loss would put them at the 2:30 p.m. game. Their opponent will either be Joliet West or Niles West.

“We like that because we are going against good coaches,” DiForti said of their opponents. “Their intensity will be there because of the level of competition and the whole

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Kendall Interial and Plainfield North are ready for the Pontiac Holiday Tournament.

atmosphere.It is an exciting time.”

Every team will play at least twice in the three days, while teams can play as many as four games.

The tournament championship game is at 9 p.m. Saturday, December 29. Other seeded teams are No. 1 Simeon, No. 2 Peoria Manuel (7-0) and No. 3 Aurora West (5-1).

•The Wolves bring a 6-3 record into their Thursday afternoon contest against Joliet West—one of several Chicago and suburban

schools that have made the trek to the central Illinois community.

Niles West also could match up against downstate teams such as Peoria Manual, Bloomington, Danville, East Moline and the host school.

Niles West coach Bob Williams is looking forward to the challenge.

“It is an opportunity to play against some of the best teams in the state from many different areas who play a wide array of styles,” he said. “It has a state

tournament type environment as the community supports the tournament in tremendous fashion.”

Williams believes that if the Wolves—behind the efforts of sharpshooter Joe Younan, and senior classmates David McCoy, Alex Darville and Ahmad Gibson—can play to their potential, “We will have an opportunity to win every game that we play.”

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Concession can get you what you want Q. In a recent column, you wrote, “Most people around you will actually give away what they originally wanted if you will just let them be right.”

I can’t understand how your scenario could possibly work.

It sounds as though if I disagree with a colleague and I say, “OK, you’re right,” the coworker will say, “Great! Now that you admit that I’m right, we’ll do what you want.” Can you give an example or two of how this actually works?

A. Your coworkers want to be right about the principle. They don’t necessarily care about the details.

Some of the best examples of what people will do if you just let them be right can be seen in any television crime drama. You’ll notice that clever detectives validate the heck out of the criminals’ point of view.

The last thing any criminal should do is confess,yet this is exactly what the criminal ends up doing.

Being validated is more important than not incriminating themselves.

The same principle applies to the workplace, which has as much drama as your favorite television show. Most of your coworkers never get told they are right and almost never get their viewpoints validated.

The three rules for getting along with people are: validate their emotions, validate their emotions and validate their emotions.

When coworkers see that you understand how they feel and what they think, they will

become flexible in what they do next. Unfortunately, most people are just so interested in being right that everyone on a team is arguing for being right and the outcome gets lost in the war for emotional validation.

You have to keep your eye on your desired result to be capable of negotiating with this technique at work. If you still enjoy the emotional satisfaction of being right, you will have to pick between that and getting your result. You simply cannot have both.

You are not telling your coworker, “I agree we should all wear blue shirts.” You are telling your coworker, “I can see how important it is to you that our team presents a united front to customers.” What you are doing is agreeing with what is emotionally important to your coworker.

Most people feel strongly that

“THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” W12-2396 21567 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Bank of America, N.A.; Plaintiff, VS. Belinda Tupas; Victoria Ridge Homeowner`s Association; Defendants.

12 CH 2913 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, John E. Zaruba, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on January 24, 2013, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff`s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: C/K/A: 1884 Brighton Street, Downers Grove, IL 60516 PIN: 09-19-118-001 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W12-2396. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single family home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) Kenneth J. Nannini (3121924) Laurence J. Goldstein (0999318) James A. Meece (6256386) James D. Major (6295217) Christopher J. Irk (6300084) Emily S. Kresse (6294405) Shara Netterstrom (6294499) Ryan P. McNeil (6308006) Amelia R. Niemi (6308051) Brian M. Larson (6307947) Edward A. DeVries (6303176) Gina O. Harrison (6304785) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 Atty. No. 21567 W12-2396 I492635 Published 12/19, 12/26, 1/2

you are entirely unqualified to change their mind until you can show them you understand their viewpoints. If you take the time to understand and articulate your coworkers’ perspective, they’ll be much more flexible about integrating what you want into the outcome.

Again, most people want nothing more desperately than to have their feelings validated.

If your ego can afford to let your coworkers win the fight to be right, you will win most workplace wars to get what you want.

The last word(s) Q. I work with one incredibly rude and contemptuous coworker. I’ve been nothing but nice, but he seems to be just getting worse. Is there

something that works with mean people?

A.Yes, be curt, cut the niceties out, and use flat body language.

Mean people just see niceness as weakness.

(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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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS ING BANK, FSB, PLAINTIFF vs.

BRYAN LUNDEEN; JONI LUNDEEN; CITIBANK, N.A.; DEFENDANTS 12 CH 2010 Address: 5230 Lee Ave Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 Judge Gibson 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 October 17, 2012, I, Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois, will on January 24, 2013 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Dupage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: COMMON ADDRESS: 5230 Lee Ave, Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 P.I.N.: 09-07-302-028 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $375,143.13 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to 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.

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 property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

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 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: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe, Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 12 1612.

Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 12 1612 DuPage County No.: 182011 I481457 Published 12/12, 12/19, 12/26

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2010 CH 00545 Bank of America National Association as Successor by Merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee Under the Trust Agreement for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Series 2004-BNC1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Leonardo Escareno a/k/a Leonardo C. Escareno; 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 4/11/2011, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/31/13 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 08-36-112-043 Improved with Condo/Townhouse COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2548 Waterbury Drive Unit 2101 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 14-09-39836.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2010 CH 00323 LNV Corporation, Inc. PLAINTIFF Vs. Gloria Verbeke; 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 5/21/2010, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/31/13 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 09-17-105-030 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 937 Kenyon Street 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 14-09-38996.

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I493213

Published 12/19, 12/26, 1/2

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2011 CH 001551 Wells Fargo Bank, NA PLAINTIFF Vs. Gordana Kotur; 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 6/11/2012, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/29/13 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 09-20-101-004 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1131 Adelia Street 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 14-11-09773.

I492305 Published 12/19, 12/26, 1/2

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2010 CH 05421 U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for BNC Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Donald P. Owens; 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 10/19/2012, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/29/13 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 09-05-209-016 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4026 Fairview Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515 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 14-10-29126.

I492255 Published 12/19, 12/26, 1/2

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS BENJAMIN BARTZ A/K/ABENJAMIN R. BARTZ; CHRISTINA H BARTZ A/K/A CHRISTINA BARTZ ; PRENTISS BROOK TERRACE MANOR HOMES ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 10 CH 005245 6466 HATHAWAY LANE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 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 16, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on January 29, 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. 09-19-112-028 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 6466 HATHAWAY LANE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 Description of Improvements: RED BRICK TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $288,005.58. 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.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) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1025248 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I491160 Published 12/19, 12/26, 1/2

care. Expect to receive frequent requests for help and assistance from others in the week ahead.

Excitement can boil over like potatoes on the stove.

Tensions may run high, as last minute holiday preparations cause a flurry of unexpected obligations.

A day off might entail extra work this week.

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65 Wrap up 66 Place for a picture 67 Narc’s goal 68 Old IBM PCs 69 It’s chopped, in a way, in 18-, 26-, 49- and 60-Across

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50 “Giant Brain” unveiled in 1946 52 It follows April in Paris 53 Shapeless form 54 U.S.’s largest S&L until its 2008 collapse 55 Botanical bristles 57 Mtn. statistic 58 Where all roads lead?

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you an opportunity to demonstrate your poise and preparedness for any and all contingencies.

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season’s

THE BUGLE DECEMBER 26,loved 2012 greetings a priority; call ones 19 far away. Touch base with clients with lastminute reminders. A touch of the Blarney Stone will make the wheels of commerce turn more smoothly in the week ahead.

Give in to the urge to splurge. When your wallet is full, it’s a good time to express generosity in the upcoming week. Just because you count pennies and clip coupons doesn’t mean you’re middle name is Scrooge.

Get prepared for a fabulous week. Act the part of jolly old St. Nick by sending all your personal elves on errands. Take stock; plan ahead to take care of essentials the create holiday joy.

Having Venus in your sign should draw others closer in the week ahead. Enjoy relaxation and cheerful social events. Expect a brief flurry of popularity.

Impulsive spending could prove delightful.

Where there’s a will, there’s a way - but in some cases, getting your way may be viewed as willfulness in the upcoming week. Take a deep breath and relax.

Demanding family members require patience.

Walk on the wild side.

Your attraction to the latest fashions and technological gadgets will receive a workout in the week to come. Family and friends look to you for directions and knowledge.

Holiday outings are on the horizon. There’s a sparkle in your eyes that invites others to join in the fun.

Sense the magic in the air as this week unfolds. You shine the brightest when entertaining others.

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LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2010 CH 00323 LNV Corporation, Inc. PLAINTIFF Vs. Gloria Verbeke; 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 5/21/2010, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/31/13 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: LOTS 1, 2, AND THE NORTH 45 FEET OF LOT 3 (EXCEPT THE EAST 120 FEET OF SAID LOTS 1, 2, AND 3) IN BLOCK 8 IN LINDEN HEIGHTS FIRST ADDITION TO DOWNERS GROVE, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN SECTIONS 8 AND 17, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 30, 1881, AS DOC NO 29217, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 09-17-105-030 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 937 Kenyon Street 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 twentyfour (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 14-09-38996.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2010 CH 00545 Bank of America National Association as Successor by Merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee Under the Trust Agreement for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Series 2004-BNC1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Leonardo Escareno a/k/a Leonardo C. Escareno; 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 4/11/2011, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/31/13 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: UNIT 2101 IN SOUTH WATERBURY CONDOMINIUM, IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AS DELINEATED ON THE SURVEY ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “A” TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM OWNERSHIP RECORDED JUNE 17, 1981 AS DOCUMENT R81-31986, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS APPURTENANT TO SAID UNIT AS SET FORTH IN SAID DECLARATION, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME. PIN 08-36-112-043 Improved with Condo/Townhouse COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2548 Waterbury Drive Unit 2101 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 twentyfour (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 14-09-39836.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2010 CH 05421 U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for BNC Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Donald P. Owens; 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 10/19/2012, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/29/13 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 4 IN BLOCK 17 IN ARTHUR T. MC INTOSH AND COMPANY’S FAIRVIEW AVENUE SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE EAST 1/2 OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AND IN THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 7, 1923 AS DOCUMENT 169326, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 09-05-209-016 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4026 Fairview Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515 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 twentyfour (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 14-10-29126.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2011 CH 001551 Wells Fargo Bank, NA PLAINTIFF Vs. Gordana Kotur; 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 6/11/2012, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/29/13 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 8 IN BLOCK 3 IN DOWNERS GROVE ESTATES, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 9, 1926 AS DOCUMENT 217375, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 09-20-101-004 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1131 Adelia Street 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 twentyfour (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 14-11-09773.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS BENJAMIN BARTZ A/K/A BENJAMIN R. BARTZ; CHRISTINA H BARTZ A/K/A CHRISTINA BARTZ ; PRENTISS BROOK TERRACE MANOR HOMES ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 10 CH 005245 6466 HATHAWAY LANE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 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 16, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on January 29, 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: PARCEL 1: LOT 1 IN BLOCK 16 IN PRENTISS BROOK TERRACE MANORHOMES, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER AND THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 11, 1976 AS DOCUMENT R76-54879, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: EASEMENTS APPURTENANT TO PARCEL 1 AS SET FORTH IN THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS RECORDED AUGUST 13, 1976 AS DOCUMENT R76-55803.

TAX NO. 09-19-112-028 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 6466 HATHAWAY LANE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 Description of Improvements: RED BRICK TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $288,005.58.

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 #PA1025248 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

“THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” W12-2396 21567 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Bank of America, N.A.; Plaintiff, VS. Belinda Tupas; Victoria Ridge Homeowner`s Association; Defendants.

12 CH 2913 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, John E. Zaruba, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on January 24, 2013, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff`s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: LOT 28 IN VICTORIA RIDGE, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1 AND 2 IN BLOCK 18 IN PRENTISS BROOK TERRACE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 AND THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE SAID PLAT OF SAID VICTORIA RIDGE RECORDED MAY 17, 1988 AS DOCUMENT R88-050159, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 1884 Brighton Street, Downers Grove, IL 60516 PIN: 09-19-118-001 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W122396. The terms of the sale are Cash.

10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single family home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) Kenneth J. Nannini (3121924) Laurence J. Goldstein (0999318) James A. Meece (6256386) James D. Major (6295217) Christopher J. Irk (6300084) Emily S. Kresse (6294405) Shara Netterstrom (6294499) Ryan P. McNeil (6308006) Amelia R. Niemi (6308051) Brian M. Larson (6307947) Edward A. DeVries (6303176) Gina O. Harrison (6304785) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 Atty. No. 21567 W12-2396

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS ING BANK, FSB, PLAINTIFF vs.

BRYAN LUNDEEN; JONI LUNDEEN; CITIBANK, N.A.; DEFENDANTS 12 CH 2010 Address: 5230 Lee Ave Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 Judge Gibson 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 October 17, 2012, I, Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois, will on January 24, 2013 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Dupage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE NORTH 160 FEET OF LOT 23 IN MARSHALL FIELD WOODLAND HOMES FIRST ADDITION, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTIONS 7 AND 18, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 2, 1920 AS DOCUMENT 144597, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 5230 Lee Ave, Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 P.I.N.: 09-07-302-028 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $375,143.13 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to 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.

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 property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

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 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: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe, Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 12 1612.

Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 12 1612 DuPage County No.: 182011

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Making your home senior friendly (StatePoint) More seniors than ever before are choosing to stay in their homes as they age. According to a study by the AARP, only five percent of Americans ages 65 and older live in group quarters like nursing homes.

From narrow hallways to steep stairs, design elements in typical houses can make remaining at home difficult in our golden years. However, basic upgrades, like handrails and ramps, can go a long way toward making homes safer for seniors. And there are other small senior-friendly changes that can even make homes more environmentally friendly, which can help lower utility bills.

“The aging process can be gradual for some, however others can move quickly from independent living to a cane to a walker,” says Joyce Polhamus, Chair of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Design for Aging Knowledge Community.

“You don’t need to completely remodel your home; there are small things you can do now to make it more accessible as the aging process evolves, while also making it better for the environment.”

Automate to Conserve One of the best ways to help ensure senior safety is to have a

well-lit home. But it sometimes can be difficult to reach outlets and to remember to turn lights on and off as you move about your house. Installing sensors, so lights go on and off automatically when you enter and leave rooms, will cut back on electricity costs and ensure better visibility.

As we age, tasks that formerly seemed simple, like watering plants, can be difficult and energy-consuming. Polhamus recommends setting automatic timers on sprinkler systems to eliminate the need to do this task yourself, while also helping to conserve water.

Update Appliances Emptying the dishwasher or putting a load of laundry in the washing machine, can put a strain on the body. Consider installing newer appliances designed to be more senior friendly.

With newer dishwasher and refrigerator models, you can open doors and drawers between hip and shoulder height, which won’t require reaching up or bending down.

Additionally, replacing older appliances with newer, more energy-efficient appliances can help you reduce your carbon footprint.

Or you can place existing appliances, like front-loading washing machines, on platforms. An architect can

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Making your home senior friendly can also lower your bills .

help you redesign any room around appliances to make it safer and more senior-friendly.

Seasonal Design The majority of heat gain and loss comes from windows.

Electronic curtains can alleviate the burden of repeatedly opening and closing traditional curtains and are more airtight to better keep cold air outside.

If electronic curtains aren’t an option, Polhamus recommends ensuring windows are properly

sealed and considering shrubs or bushes outside to act as a buffer against wind and cold air.

To find an architect who

can help make your home greener and more comfortable for seniors, visit http:// architectfinder.aia.org/.

With a few updates, you can

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