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A Question of Safety Petition seeks to block police rifles from District 202 high schools “Portraying our community as

such to those outside of Plainfield and to our children who receive the none-too-subtle message that our schools are unsafe and their classmates a danger, strikes me as grossly inaccurate.”

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Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202 is considering an appeal from local police to install gun safes at four local high schools, in order to better protect students and respond to situations involving an on-campus shooter.

Hundreds of Plainfield residents, however, aren’t so sure. As of press time, more than 400 residents of the district had signed an online petition to nix the idea.

Colleen Curry posted the petition on Change.org, and made an appeal of more than 1,000 words to seek support from fellow taxpayers in the district.

“I understand the basic impetus behind the proposal, and I am sympathetic to the fears and concerns that give rise to this impetus,” she posted.“I appreciate and applaud the Plainfield police department’s eagerness to keep our students safe while in the care of Plainfield’s schools.”

Plainfield Police Chief John Konopek asked school district officials to consider allowing his liaison officers to install the safes at the four high schools under his jurisdiction -- Plainfield High School – Central Campus, Plainfield East and North high schools and Plainfield Academy, at an August School Board meeting.

The Joliet Police have indicated they do not intend to take similar steps at Plainfield South High School, which falls under their jurisdiction.

The safes would hold “confidential information, evidence and various law enforcement equipment in a safe and secure manner,” Konopek wrote in an overview of his proposal. All of the liaison officers already carry handguns in the schools. However, Konopek wrote, “officers are much better equipped to handle this type of incident utilizing a long gun…rather than a handgun.”

But Curry’s petition plea goes on to address concerns over the “exceedingly rare” occurrence of school shootings, and the reported decline of in-school homicides; limited use and effectiveness of the rifles in actual shooting situations; and the polarizing effect the presence of such a weapon would have on the community.

“This proposal has gained national media attention,” she asserts.

“Portraying our community as such to those outside of Plainfield and to our children who receive the none-too-subtle message that our schools are unsafe and their classmates a danger, strikes me as grossly inaccurate.”

The Board has not yet discussed nor voted on the request.

Administration plans to bring the proposed language to the Board of Education’s Policy, Planning and Administration Committee on September 19, 2012. The proposal would move to the full Board for consideration later if the Committee recommends approval.

Curry’s petition is available at http://www.change.org/petitions/ reject-the-proposal-to-place-assault-rifles-in-our-high-schools

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Preserving Our Past Ogren-Reed Home mixes historical fact, local myth Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

One look at the Ogren-Reed Homestead and it is obvious that the architecture is from a bygone era. Its steeply pitched roof, Oriel window and decorative brickwork are unlike any of the surrounding houses.

And it was that uniqueness which initially prompted Darcy Reed to purchase the home 15 years ago.

“The house was in a neighborhood with a lot of stretch ranches, and what I was really after was one of those,” Reed said.“When we saw that house, we thought it was amazing.”

The house, built in the 1920s, is an example of Tudor Revival architecture, which was popular between 1910 and 1940. The style is reminiscent of architectural styles of early 16thcentury Tudor England, and it is the main reason the home was added to the Will County Register of Historic Landmarks in 2009.

However, for Reed, the house is much more than a pristine example of a turn-of-the century architectural style. For her, stories about the home’s original owners, Henry and Selma Ogren, and the house itself offer a glimpse at the eras of prohibition and the Great Depression.

“There’s a tunnel from the

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The Ogren-Reed Homestead’s steep roof, Oriel window and decorative brickwork is representative of early 20th-century Tudor Revival architecture.

Crystal Lawns club house to my basement,” Reed speculated. “It was a little speakeasy during the depression, during prohibition.

What else would it have been used for?”

Of course, Reed admits that those stories have been passed on to her by neighbors who have lived in the area for many years.

However, she has uncovered some evidence to suggest there’s something to the tale.

Not long after purchasing the house, Reed was planting a bush in her front yard.That’s when an area of ground gave way and fell into a deep hole.

“All I could think was ‘you heard there was a tunnel here, and if you find it you have to fix it,’” Reed said with a laugh.

“I wasn’t ready for that. So I put

the bush there, and I covered it up.”

Regardless of whether the stories about her home are true, they intrigued Reed and prompted her to file an application to have her home placed on the Will County Register of Historic Places.

Not long after she filed the application, it was added.

Staff from the Will County Historic Preservation Commission came out to assess the property. They concluded that the home did not appear to be “reflective of a significant local, state or national event,” but the home’s architecture was more than enough to get it on the Will County Register.

According to the 2008 staff report, “The house is an

excellent example of Tudor Revival Architecture. In its neighborhood, it is the only house of its kind.”

On Jan. 15, 2009, the home was added to the register. Reed was ecstatic.

“I was very glad to get it,” Reed said. “I like keeping a record of the old things. It’s museums and history and all that. It’s important.”

And although HPC staff were unable to uncover evidence of a hidden tunnel, Reed isn’t ready to give up. She said she wants to find out if the stories are true.

“I wish I could find somebody to help me find the tunnel, and if

there’s any treasures in there, I’d gladly split them with whoever helps,” Reed said with a laugh.

Regardless of whether the stories are true, the Ogren-Reed Homestead is still a valuable piece of Will County’s past. It is that value that adds to the home’s intrigue and leads Reed and others to wonder: is the house a piece of Will County’s prohibition history, or are the stories about hidden tunnels and tucked-away speakeasies just a great story for residents of the quiet Crystal Lawns community? jsamples@buglenewspapers.com

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Meeting to focus on 127th St. crossing

By Sherri Dauskurdas Staff Reporter

Proposed improvements to the intersection of 127th Street and Plainfield-Naperville Road will be discussed at a public meeting from 5-8 p.m. Sept. 6. at Village Hall, 24401 West Lockport Street.

The 127th Street project includes reconstruction of the intersection to provide left turn lanes, a new traffic signal, and improved drainage. Proposed changes will help regulate traffic flow, resolve some issues

of visibility, and coordinate traffic lights and stops with the 119th St. intersection, for which improvements are nearing completion.

“That intersection sees a tremendous amount of traffic,” said Randy Jessen, superintendent of Public Works for Plainfield, “so a stop sign is not a very effective solution. It’s better than nothing, but not really effective.”

In the planning stages for the past three years, work has been hampered by economic conditions and has moved slowly,

Jessen explained.

All persons interested in this project are invited to attend the informal meeting, at which village representatives will be available to discuss the project and answer individual questions. Preliminary reports, including environmental documents,engineering drawings, maps, and aerial photography will be available for inspection and viewing.

Attendees also have an opportunity to submit written comments during and after the meeting.

Biggert, Foster sit down for first debate of new 11th district

By Sherri Dauskurdas Staff Reporter

Veteran politicians squared off to represent a new congressional district, in one of the earliest of the local political debates.

Rep. Judi Biggert, R-Hinsdale, and

former Rep.Bill Foster,D-Naperville, who once represented the old 11th district,sat down with Fox Chicago News reporters for a debate in August, where they offered up plenty of opinion, though little solution, for the area’s woes.

Both candidates are vying for

the seat in the newly formed 11th district, which takes in portions of the western suburbs including Hinsdale, Woodridge, Bolingbrook, Naperville, Aurora, Plainfield and Joliet.

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Former Plainfield mayor, attorney dies

By Sherri Dauskurdas Staff Reporter

The Village of Plainfield flew its flag at half-staff on Wednesday, and paused to remember a former mayor.

John Elmer Peterson, 71, most recently of Lake Geneva Wisconsin and long time resident of Plainfield, passed away on August 26, 2012 from heart failure.

DEBATE Continued from page 3 Biggert,who has served Congress for 13 years, said the biggest problem right now is partisan politics, and touted herself as one of the most willing to reach a hand across the aisle.

“We are not going to be able to solve any problems if we cannot get together for these major, major events happening,” she said.“Social Security, Medicare, energy, even education has become a partisan issue.”

She indicated that priorities would include economic growth and job creations, as well as a reduction of debt.

Foster, a former Fermilab physicist and member of Congress from 2008-2011 said the biggest problems stem from the “Ryan Budget,” which he insisted would “crush the middle class” by privatizing social security and increasing healthcare costs on

Peterson served Plainfield as mayor from 1993-1997. He and surviving wife Mary (Stawski) lived, worked and raised a family in Plainfield for more than 35 years, before retiring to Lake Geneva, where they had a longtime vacation home, in 2009 Peterson was an active member in the Plainfield community as a long-time baseball coach, Lions Club member,Rotary Club member,

Plainfield Park Board member, as well as mayor. He was a member of the Illinois and Wisconsin Bar Association and founding member and past president of the Walworth County Estate Planning Council. While mayor, he wrote a weekly column for the Enterprise.

Those who knew Peterson have described him as a lover of history, a preservationist, and a fearless visionary, who helped to shape

Plainfield in its greatest years of growth and expansion.

Born in Connecticut, he graduated from St. Francis College (now University of New England) in Bitteford, ME and DePaul Law School in Chicago.

In addition to his wife, Mary, Peterson is survived by a sister Catherine (Everett) Baker of East Sandwich, MA, and children Mary Yost (Patrick) of Ossining, NY,

Elizabeth Beinhauer (Richard) of Naperville, IL and John Peterson of Walworth,WI. He was grandfather to seven.

Memorial donations in his name can be made to “The Time is Now” Wisconsin charity for families in need. P.O. Box 70 Pell Lake, WI 53157-0070 or the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin 16655 W. Blue Mound Rd, Suite 240 Brookfield,WI 53005.

seniors.

“It all exists to maintain the tax cuts on the very rich… and asks the middle class to bear all the burden,” he said.

Those tax cuts took center stage at the beginning of the debate when candidates were asked if they’d support extending the cuts, which have been ongoing since the Bush administration, on those households with income under $250,000/year.

Biggert said she would, but wanted those cuts to remain in place for everyone, regardless of income level.

“This is not a time to tax anyone,” she said, adding that small business owners are the ones who create jobs, and they “would really be hurt by this tax.”

Foster, who while in office was reported to be the wealthiest member of congress at some $18 million of net worth, said he would support maintaining the cuts for the middle class, but not the very rich.

“The tax cuts were promised

to generate job growth, but did not,” he said. “If you follow the money, when you give a dollar to a very wealthy person, they won’t typically put it back into the local economy.” Rather, he said the tax benefits ended up in overseas accounts and in luxury purchases, and therefore, the cuts didn’t accomplish their task.

On the subject of taxes, neither candidate had yet to release their tax records, though both said in the debate they would be more than happy to do so. With Foster not currently seated in Congress, it has been reported that Biggert is the wealthiest member, at a net worth of about $5.5 million.

On the topic of Obamacare, Biggert said she would vote to repeal the plan and replace it with one that offers lowered costs and more access to people. She said she would like to see things like associated health plans, where groups of small businesses or even individuals could group themselves together as a pool, in order to secure better rates. She

also indicated a need for health savings accounts,security for those with pre-existing conditions, and a continuation of coverage across state lines.

Foster, who supported the Obamacare bill while he was in office, said he “didn’t vote for it with the idea that it was perfect.”

He indicated he’d like to see transparency on the provider side, with a requirement to post a price list on the internet, and a solid approach to the dilemma for those with pre-existing conditions.

The complete debate is available for viewing online at http://www. myfoxchicago.com

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Long list of code violations brings back talks of township building

By Sherri Dauskurdas Staff Reporter

Wheatland Township officials scrambled to a special meeting last week about the state of the township building, which recently received 27 violations after an anonymous complaint brought Will County inspectors to the site.

The violations came a full year after township residents voted down a plan to build a new facility for township offices and services at a cost of $1.5 million. Instead, a renovation of the existing building, funded by the sale of property at Route 59 and 103rd Street, was voted on.

However, that renovation hasn’t happened. According to officials, the township took more than seven months to get a for sale sign up on the property.

According to the county, violations would include such things as plumbing repairs, emergency lighting issues, roof venting, leaks and gutter replacements, multiple electrical and wiring concerns, and entryway modifications.

Township Superintendent Todd Morse suggested a township meeting be called to hear what the residents had to say on the subject, but a 2-2 vote nixed the meeting idea.

Township official Hudetz said the voters already gave their blessing to renovations, which would cost far less than a new building.

That’s now in the hands of architect Joe Navillo , whose company, Architect Associates Group, was contracted by the township in August to address the violations. Morse made the request that Navilio come up with estimates to demolish the building and begin again versus

“We’re better off bulldozing this building,”

Todd Morse, township superintendent how much it would cost to make the repairs, and present those costs to the residents.

However, that request also faced opposition from the board, and Hudetz suggested the repairs would cost between $20,000 and $30,000, far less than a new building.

Morse disagreed, saying the cost of rehabbing the existing building to meet current needs and correcting the problems cited in the county inspection would exceed the cost of a new building.

“We’re better off bulldozing this building,” he said.

But until the land at 103rd Street and Route 59 is sold, there’s no money in the till for repairs or rebuilding and costs for either remain undetermined.

Navilio said the repair work would be put out to bid, and estimates should be available sometime this week.

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Correction In the Aug. 30 Enterprise article “District 202 mulls use of millions,” the Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations was incorrectly named. Angie Smith is currently the Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations. The Enterprise apologizes for the error.

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From Years Past One year ago… 2011 • Residents wound down the summer along the riverfront at the second annual Plainfield River Days. Events included mud volleyball, two music stages, the Plainfield Art Fair, and plenty of food. Jonathon Proulx, one of the event organizers, said the event had two goals.“One is to provide an opportunity for people in the Plainfield community to enjoy the current riverfront property first-hand and gain an appreciation for how beautiful it is and what a great opportunity the long-term riverfront project is.” The second was to help raise funds to continue to implement the Riverfront Master Plan.

Five years ago…2007 • The Village of Plainfield reviewed a proposal that would allow residents to pay their water bill with a credit card.

The Plainfield Village Board during the Aug. 27 committee of the whole workshop considered allowing residents to pay their water bill with a credit card in person at Plainfield Village Hall, over the phone or on the Internet.

Ten years ago… 2002 • Despite the school board’s efforts to put an end to the controversy surrounding its top administrator, the public was still asking questions.

Superintendent David Stanfield remained on leave in Texas, where he began teaching in August 2002 to secure a second retirement package, among other personal and professional reasons.

At a board of education meeting, a District 202 resident complained that the district had required taxpayers to file a petition to acquire a copy of Stanfield’s contract, a public document, under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act. • The Enterprise weighed in on the superintendent controversy, editorializing, in part,“The newest member of the District 202 Board of Education needs a lesson in his ABC’s. Make that ABCD’s.

“Rick Friddle, who should remember he was appointed, not elected, to the school board, attended last Friday’s CAPE (Coordination of Administration and Parents groups for Educational efficiency) meeting to ‘tell the truth’ about Superintendent Dr. David Stanfield’s recent request for a leave of absence. “... In his attempt to ‘set the record straight’ about Stanfield’s leave request, Friddle was arrogant, brazen, condescending and, worst of all, deceptive.

“His ‘trust us, we know best’ attitude will only serve to further alienate educators, parents and taxpayers, who already question the board’s credibility and ability to manage the growing Plainfield school district.

“At one point, Friddle told those in attendance to express their opinions at school board meetings, not in the press. “... Friddle is certainly entitled to his opinion. And we encourage him to express his beliefs. But we urge him to show respect, not contempt, for his audience. We urge him to refrain from expressing his opinions as facts.

“And we further urge him to refrain from discrediting our credibility as we present the truth, regardless of how unpleasant or uncomfortable that truth may prove — for Friddle, fellow members of the board of education or administrators in District 202.”

• The Plainfield Village Board was split 3-3 over a vote to spend $82,465 for special wood furnishings for the new village hall, leaving Village President Dick Rock to break the tie to approve buying the new pieces.

PHS to host Big Red Marching Machine On Friday, September 7, 2012 Plainfield High School -Central Campus will host the Illinois State University Big Red Marching Machine as part of the PHSCC vs. Romeoville varsity football game. The game will start at 7 p.m. at the PHSCC Stadium, pregame will begin around 6:30 p.m.

The Big Red will perform Pre-Game, Halftime, and in the stands during the game. The 270-member band is under the direction of Dan Belongia.

This year’s Big Red includes four PHSCC alums: Joey Fontanetta, Bileshia Sproling, Ashley Donisch, and Katie Wilderman.

Wheatland Township Road District brush pickup is scheduled for the week of Sept.

10 in all areas of unincorporated Wheatland Township until all brush is picked up.

All branches must be out by

the curb before 7 a.m. on the first day of the pickup dates.The township asks that branches be placed as neatly as possible with the butt ends toward the street and parallel to each other.

Branches should not be cut

into small pieces, long branches work best. Small twigs should not be included.

The Highway Department will not accept:

from St. Francis College ( n o w Univer sity of New England) in Bitteford, ME and DePaul Law School in Chicago.

John and Mary settled in Plainfield, IL where they raised their children and John practiced law for 35 years. They discovered Lake Geneva and purchased a house in 1972. John and Mary retired to this wonderful community in 2009.

John was an active member in the Plainfield community as a long time baseball coach,

Lions Club member, Rotary Club member, Plainfield Park Board member and the Mayor of the Village of Plainfield from 1993 to 1997.

John participated in many legal associations. He was a member of the Illinois and Wisconsin Bar Association and founding member and past president of the Walworth County Estate Planning Council.

A private family memorial service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his name can be made to “The Time is Now” Wisconsin charity for families in need. P.O. Box 70 Pell Lake, WI 531570070 or the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin 16655 W. Blue Mound Rd, Suite 240 Brookfield, WI 53005.

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John Elmer Peterson John Elmer Peterson, 71, of Lake Geneva Wisconsin and long time resident of Plainfield, Illinois passed away on August 26, 2012 from heart failure.

He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years Mary (Stawski), sister Catherine (Everett) Baker of East Sandwich, MA and children Mary Yost (Patrick) of Ossining, NY, Elizabeth Beinhauer (Richard) of Naperville, IL and John Peterson of Walworth, WI. He was the treasured Grandpa to Eric and Catherine Yost, Ethan, Avery and Owen Beinhauer and Hannah and Grant Peterson Born to the late John Peterson and Catherine (Kehoe) Peterson in New Britain, CT, John grew up in Newington, CT. He graduated

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PHSCC Director of Bands Dan Valkema is an ISU graduate and will serve as guest conductor for the National Anthem.

The PHSCC Wildcat Band will perform its show at halftime of the sophomore game.

Please call Dan Valkema for more information at (815) 4363200.

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ONGOING Craft Fair accepting applications. The Kendal County Historical Society is looking for vendors and demonstrators for the 39th Annual Fall Festival, held Sept.

29 and 30 at the Lyon Farm and Village on Route 71 in Yorkville.

A 10x10 outdoor space is $30 for two days, demonstration space available at no charge for anyone with a skill to share with no sales. For more information and applications, visit www. kchs.com or call Cathy Jenkins at 630-554-3064.

ESL study groups. There are several groups at the Plainfield Public Library for multi-lingual adults who want to strengthen their English skills with other learners and an English-speaking tutor. Practice English writing and grammar on Mondays at 10 a.m. in the lower-level bay area.

Practice your speaking skills and learn about American culture on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. and Friday at 10 a.m. Learn new words, practice pronunciation, and become more fluent at reading aloud on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. with newspapers, magazines, and books for all levels.

Overeaters Anonymous.

Sundays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Plainfield Congregational United Church of Christ, at the corner of Rte. 59 and Fraser Rd. Meeting is held in the lounge room. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. Everyone is welcome! www.oa.org.

Tai Chi and Westfield Walkers.

Senior Services Center of Will County wants to keep seniors healthy and living independently as long as possible.

Tai Chi is offered here at the center on Tuesday’s and other locations throughout the county.

This is a 12-week program. Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays as we walk the mall. Not only do you get the benefit of walking twice a week, once a month we offer a free breakfast at Panera and an opportunity to hear a

speaker provided by Provena Health. You can take a 12-week Tai Chi class for a $20 suggested donation, and you can join our Westfield Walkers Club for $25 per year. For more information please give us a call at 815-7239713.

Anything Grows Garden Club of Plainfield. Fourth Wednesdays of every month at 7 p.m. at Plainfield Congregational Church, 24020 W. Fraser Road.

Join us for “Garden Talk.” Guest speakers, garden projects or day trips are scheduled for every meeting. Dues are $15 for a single membership or $20 for a family membership. For more information contact Anita at awgerardy@sbcglobal.net.

Plainfield Art League Demos. Plainfield Art League holds their monthly art demo every second Wednesday of each month from 7 to 8:45 p.m. in the large meeting room, downstairs at the Plainfield Public Library unless otherwise noted - please check website for details/topics.

The Plainfield Library is located on Illinois Street in downtown Plainfield. Art League demos are free and open to the public so come join us and bring a friend! For more info or to become a member, visit www. plainfieldartleague.org, email info@plainfieldartleague.org or call 815-556-9278.

Birth after cesarean. 12-2 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. meetings the first Monday of the month in Romeoville. Come for encouragement, supports, and information on planning for your next birth. Babes-in-arms are always welcome. Call Melanie in Romeoville at 253-861-5897 for more information, or e-mail VBACesarean@aol.com.

Silent Prayer hour. The members of the St. Mary Immaculate Military Ministry invite everyone to devote an hour together to pray for the dedicated individuals who wear

the uniforms of our country.

Please join us on the 3rd Friday of each month from 6 to 7 p.m. in the St. Mary Immaculate Parish Adoration Chapel for an hour of silent prayer for a soldier (or the soldier’s family). Use the North Wing entrance to the church at 15629 South Rt. 59 in Plainfield. We also invite you to submit a name (s) to be added to our prayer intention list. Please contact Maria Prekop at 312-2596851 or Ann Eckhorn at 815-2549656.

Young Widows Support Group.

Meets once per month at varying locations in the Plainfield/Joliet area. Open to those who have lost a partner and are ready to begin healing and moving forward in life by sharing their experiences with others. Children are welcome.

For more information please contact Amanda at widowswear stilettoschicagosw@yahoo.com “Going Green” Electronics Recycling Project.

In cooperation with Vintage Tech Recyclers, Wheatland Township will continue its recycling of electronic equipment for township residents. If you have any items of question, please call to see if they will be accepted.

All items can be dropped off at the Township office, 31 W 236 91st St. in Naperville, Monday thru Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. For more information, contact Jay Madalon at (630) 851-3952 or e-mail to: JayM@ WheatlandTownship.com.

Circle of Hope Al-Anon Family Group. Sundays at 1:302:30 p.m. at Joliet Alano Club (back entrance), 265 Republic Ave. in Joliet. This on-going support group with no fees or dues is for all families and friends of problem drinkers, especially those who are affected today by growing up in an alcoholic home. For more information contact Al--Anon/Alateen 815773-9623 or visit www.niafg.org for more information.

Community Events Food Pantry. To better serve your needs, Power Connection’s Large Food Pantry will now be open on the second and fourth Mondays of the month from 1 to 6:45 p.m. For a $20 donation you can shop the aisles of canned/boxed goods, drinks, desserts, snacks, breads, fruits & vegetables. There is no income verification and all residents of Illinois are welcome. The Clothing Pantry is open from 9 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. on those Mondays. Donations accepted Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (630) 679-6899 or visit www.thepowerconnection. org for more information/

services available.

SEPTEMBER 6 Strictly Business Lunch & Learn. 12 p.m. at the Plainfield Public Library. Pinterest for business (and fun). Create online exposure and generate traffic to your website with the fastest growing social network site in history. Get a brief overview of signing up, how Pinterest work, and more. Bring your lunch – drinks and dessert will be provided. Sign up at www. plainfieldpubliclibrary.org.

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CALENDAR Continued from page 8 Road intersection public meeting. 5-8 p.m. at Plainfield Village Hall, 24401 W. Lockport Street, Plainfield. This public meeting will concern the proposed improvements to the intersection of 127th Street and Plainfield-Naperville Road. The project includes reconstruction of the intersection to provide left turn lanes, a new traffic signal, and improved drainage.

The life of Robert Todd Lincoln. 7 p.m. at the Plainfield Public Library.

Historical reenactor D. Gregory shares details of the family life and career of presidential son Robert Todd Lincoln. Sign up at www. plainfieldpubliclibrary.org.

SEPTEMBER 7 Friday movie matinee. 1 p.m. at the Plainfield Public Library.

Iron Lady is the new release movie selection. Popcorn, snacks, and beverages will be served. Sign up at www.plainfieldpubliclibrary. org.

SEPTEMBER 8 Community Day of Play.

9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Four Seasons Park in Plainfield. This event is a joint celebration of play with the Plainfield Park District and Romeoville Recreation Department. Bring your family and play. Activities include playground games, inflatables, obstacle courses, fun Olympics, and giveaways. Free for all ages.

Jeric’s Skate Contest. Noon to 4 p.m. at Renwick Park, Plainfield.

All contestants will be guaranteed one qualifier one-minute run to show off their best tricks for the crowd and judges. Top scorers

from the first run will skate in a second and deciding final run. All participants must wear helmets.

Registration begins at 11 a.m. Cost is $5 in advance, $10 at the event.

Township Disabilities Committee. Noon to 4 p.m. at the Plainfield Village Green. The Plainfield Township Disabilities Committee will host their 11th annual picnic for those with special needs and their families at Village Green Park. There will be a DJ, food, and fun for all who attend.

SEPTEMBER 10 Drop-in bounce and tickle for babies. 9:15 a.m. at the Plainfield Public Library. Bond with your baby with books, music, and rhymes. Meet new friends during the ten-minute free play with educational toys. No registration is required but space is limited.

Green Village Series. 7 p.m. at the Plainfield Public Library.Watch “A Sea of Change,” a documentary exploring the change of water chemistry and rising acidity in the oceans linked to the current lifestyles of humans. Sign up at www.plainfieldpubliclibrary.org.

SEPTEMBER 11 Employment Ministry. 6:30 p.m. networking, 7 p.m. workshop at St. Mary Immaculate Parish’s faith sharing room, 15629 S. Route 59, Plainfield. Network with fellow job-seekers or experienced coaches, then work one-on-one with coaches to get your resume and handbill reviewed; develop networking and interviewing skills; and talk about spiritual, emotional, or social service help needs. No cost to attend, dress is casual. For more information, e-mail employmentministry@ smip.org or call 815-436-2651 ext.

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SEPTEMBER 13 Greatest Show on Earth. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Plainfield Public Library.The 1893 Columbian Exposition was America’s first great international event. Go back in time with pictures and music, and see the spectacular building, sculptures, exhibits, and amusement rides. Sign up at www. plainfieldpubliclibrary.org.

Tour of historical downtown.

6-7:30 p.m. at the corner of Lockport and Des Plaines Streets, Plainfield.Whether you are new to the community or a descendant of one of the first pioneer families to settle in Plainfield, come enjoy this walking tour of Downtown Plainfield, led by members of the Plainfield Historical Society. Learn about the original businesses and their proprietors, see original pictures from 1800s, and more.

For ages 18 and up, costs $5 for members, $10 for non-members.

Call 815-436-4073 for more information.

A Novel Idea book discussion.

7 p.m. at the Plainfield Public Library. Meeting of the monthly book discussion for adults, featuring thought-provoking fiction and non-fiction. Pick up the next title at the reference desk.

SEPTEMBER 14 Miyazaki Movie Madness.

4:50-6:35 p.m. at the Plainfield Public Library. For grades 6-12.

The Manga and Anime Club continues its homage to director Hayao Miyazaki. Enjoy fresh popcorn and watch “The Secret World of Arrietty.” Attendees must arrive before the library closes at 5 p.m. Sign up at www. plainfieldpubliclibrary.org.

SEPTEMBER 15 Conservation Plainfield at Eaton Preserve. 8-11:30 a.m. at Eaton Preserve, located

on 135th Street, east of Route 59. Community members are invited to assist in the planting of native prairie grasses and forbs.

A nature activity will also be provided for children. The event

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will take place rain or shine, and participants are reminded to dress appropriately for the weather. Sign up to attend by contacting James Less at 815-439-7940 or less@ plainfieldparkdistrict.com.

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

Deshawn Mech, 19, 405 Glen Ave., Romeoville, was arrested on Aug. 20 at 12:11 p.m. on S. Joliet Road and W. Union for an in-state warrant.

Mary Bartusiak, 42, 16446 S. Edgewood Drive, Plainfield, was arrested on Aug. 8 at 8:07 p.m. at 24228 W. Lockport for theft of lost property.

Coazozon5 Eduardo Mortera, 18, 553 Irving, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 20 at 4:40 p.m. on S. Bartlett Avenue and W. Lockport for no valid driver’s license.

Rebecca McCarthy, 20, 2520 Fox Meadow Drive, Crest Hill, was arrested on Aug. 17 at 9:38 p.m. on S. Lincoln Highway and S. Spangler Road for no valid driver’s license.

Melanie Eddy, 44, 304 S. State, Lockport, was arrested on Aug. 21 at 1:52 p.m. on W. 135th and S. Route 59 for no valid driver’s license.

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Robert Crosby, 31, 105 Gum, New Lenox, was arrested on Aug. 25 at 6:48 p.m. at 24402 W. Lockport for aggravated battery.

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Dustin McKinney, 19, 24223 W. Walnut Circle, Plainfield, was arrested on Aug. 25 at 11:13 p.m. at 24223 W. Walnut Circle for an in-state warrant.

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Erin Johnson, 18, 16941 S. Plainsman Court, Plainfield, was arrested on Aug. 19 at 8:37 a.m. at 23100 W.Arbor Creek Drive for burglary from motor vehicle and deception/ credit cards.

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Plainfield, was arrested on Aug. 10 at 11:54 p.m. on W. Eagle Chase Drive and S. Golden Meadow Drive.

Dusiyant Patel, 45, 25501 W. Pastoral Drive, Plainfield, was arrested on Aug. 23 at 3 p.m. on W 127th and S. Route 59 for reckless driving.

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Angelina Ruguone, 18, 808 Krings Lane, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 21 at 10:26 p.m. on S. Lincoln Highway and W. Renwick Road for possession of less than 10 grams of cannabis.

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Johao Martinez, 23, 1997 Tilson Lane, Romeoville, was arrested on Aug. 24 at 10:43 p.m. on S. Bartlett Avenue and W. Lockport Street for suspended/revoked driver’s license for no valid driver’s license.

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Orlando Wilson, 26, 929 S. Myrtle Kankakee, was arrested on Aug. 27 at 12:07 p.m. on W. 143rd and S. Route 59 for suspended/revoked driver’s license and improper use of registration.

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Eric Taylor, 21, 5540 Walnut Ave., Downer’s Grove, was arrested on Aug. 27 at 2:22 p.m. on W. Lockport and W. Main for no valid driver’s license.

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Eliseo Ochoa,42,7962 Birch Drive, Hammond, Ind., was arrested on Aug. 28 at 7:13 a.m. on S. Arnold and W. Main for no valid driver’s license.

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Monica Shea, 24, 24817 W. Prairie Drive, Plainfield, was arrested on Aug. 29 at 3:50 p.m. on S. Howard and S. Joliet Road for operating a vehicle with suspended registration/ no insurance.

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JOYFEST set to kickoff Sept. 8 It has become an anticipated annual, family-fun Christian musical event that brings the community together as well as draws crowds from throughout Illinois and Indiana.

Bolingbrook’s JOYFEST is set to kickoff Sept. 8.

The free event will take place behind Bolingbrook’s Village Hall located at 375 Briarcliff, from noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 8.

According to the Chairman of the Planning Committee Sheldon Watts there is a line-up of performers including choirs and praise teams from many of the local churches, with gospel artists such as Bobby Lee, Keshia

McFarland, Donald “Buster” Woods & G3, The Wheaton College Gospel Choir, and gospel rapper CraCaJac. Food vendors include Jersey Mike’s, Culver’s, Fatty Magoos and Little Jimmy’s Italian Ice. In addition, there will be numerous activities for children including two large inflatable bounce houses, a kids zone with games and activities, a climbing wall, and the Fountaindale Library Book Mobile / puppet show.

Originally, before its inception in 1998, the Bolingbrook Christian community sponsored a small indoor concert at James Addams Middle School called Gospel Fest at the time.According to Watts, JOYFEST was founded by local residents, Leroy Brown, Christen Parker and Pastor

Brown who reached beyond the Bolingbrook community, pulling in Ministries from Chicago, Joliet and other towns.

“The event allowed Christians within the Bolingbrook area to unite under one banner,” explained Watts.“Support across the community increased as well. Over the next several years the decision to expand the festival evolved into what we know today as JOYFEST.” In 2000,a committee consisting of Brown, Parker, Delorise Ivy, among others, began planning for the first JOYFEST and the decision to take the festival outdoors was birthed. At the same time a decision to build an outdoor Performance Arts Stage was approved, now making The Bolingbrook Performance Arts

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Subsequent brush pickup weeks are scheduled for Oct. 8 Wood chips are available to all residents of unincorporated Wheatland Township, and will be delivered free of charge by truckload only. Residents of incorporated areas should check

with their municipal street department for information on similar programs.

For more information contact the office od Dayton E. Jarnagin, Wheatland Township highway commissioner, at 4232 Tower Ct., Naperville, Illinois 60564 or phone 630-717-0092 between the hours of 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter

• Evergreens • Short snippings • Clippings • Roots (which can hide stone) • Bags or cans (filled with

Center the new home for the annual JOYFEST celebration.

Each year the event has grown and continues to attract people from all over Bolingbrook, the Chicagoland area, and Indiana, reports Watts.

“Participation and support from local businesses, food vendors, and media have partnered with the event organizers, and continue to be steadfast

with their support,” said Watts.

“Most important, Bolingbrook Mayor the Honorable Roger Claar, the village trustees, and the village of Bolingbrook have and continue to play a vital role. Their commitment to the overall success of JOYFEST affirms and acknowledges the role of the Church and the Christian Community within Bolingbrook.”

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Wagner Engagement Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Wagner of Plainfield, IL announce the engagement of their daughter, Kayla Wagner, to Alex Wagner, son of Mr. and Mrs. Greg Wagner of Naperville, IL. Kayla is a graduate of Plainfield North High School and EIU. She is student teaching in Districts 203 and 204.

Alex is a graduate of Neuqua Valley High School and EIU. He is employed by Guardian Security.

A January 5 wedding at Starved Rock is planned.

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South rallies past Joliet West

By Scott Taylor Sports Editor Online @ buglenewspapers.com Video

Plainfield South showed its toughness, overcome a late deficit to defeat Joliet West 31-27 Friday at South.

The Cougars trailed 27-24 when they appeared to take the lead with a touchdown pass from Ricky Luna to Kody Voda.

However, a holding penalty nullified the score and they eventually turned the ball over.

But the defense stopped the Tigers and got the offense the ball back.

“It was tough to get it called back,” Luna said.“But that’s what we prepared for all summer and all offseason. We got it done and that’s all that matters.”

From there the Cougars drove down the field and Luna had a two-yard sneak to take the lead.

Joliet West got a fourth down conversion on the final drive and moved into the red zone, but a big broken up pass by Sean Dermody and a sack from Clifton Garrett preserved the win.

“I was nervous, but our coach made the right play calls and the line got the job done,” Luna said.“I was really impressed with the line.

They stepped up and played a full game and that’s what we needed out of them. It was awesome to get in the end zone and score the winning touchdown.”

“We had a lot of guys who made a difference,” Bublitz said.

“It was huge that our defense gave us the opportunity to get back in it. Our defense came through with a huge stand and our offense was able to come through. It was a team effort.”

South scored first in the game as Mike Valentine recovered a Luna fumble in the end zone.

Luna then gave the Cougars a 14-7 lead on a 17-yard touchdown run. South though trailed 15-14 at the half.

“We started off shaky, but the run game in the first half was key,” Luna said. “In the second half we came out fired up. We knew what we had to do and we got it done.”

Luna showed his toughness throughout the game, running for 104 yards on 20 carries and got the passing game going in the second half, throwing a 19yard touchdown pass to Voda (564) to take a 21-15 lead.

“We saw on film that they linemen really rush up and when they blitz they came fast,” Luna

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Kody Voda races past the defense for a 19-yard touchdown catch in South’s 31-27 win over Joliet West Friday.

said. “If I just waited and took off there was no one there. I got some pretty good yardage.”

“That’s the type of kid he is,” Bublitz said of Luna’s toughness.

“Not very often is it going to look pretty, but he gets it done.

Hopefully that will continue and as a unit we will continue to improve.”

After West tied the game, South got a field goal from Matt Imburgia.

“We needed this win,” Luna stated. “It was a big win.

Bolingbrook was a tough game and a tough loss for us. We came out here and did what we had to do. Now we are going to be focused on North and take it one game at a time.”

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“You have to credit coach Jason Aubry and Joliet West,” South coach Ken Bublitz said.

“They have a very fine football team. They are fast and physical and did some outstanding things on the field tonight. They have good size and speed.”

“Looking at Plainfield South on film, we knew they were going to be a good team,” West coach Jason Aubry stated. “They went up against a good team in Bolingbrook last week and stayed right in there for the first half. I think Plainfield South would do real good in our conference this year.”

Coming off the loss to Bolingbrook, it was big for the Cougars to get a win before they open their conference season Friday at Plainfield South.

“We were pleased with the way our kids battled back,” Bublitz said. “There were plays that we made in all the facets of the game. We were fortunate to find ourselves at the end of the game with the chance to win and we found a way to get it

done. I hope we can use this as a momentum-builder going into conference.”

•Plainfield North (1-1) defeated Lockport (0-2) 35-2 Friday at home.

Kurt Palandech had a 44-yard touchdown pass to Matt Welch and added a 30-yard touchdown run.

Trent Calvin had two touchdown runs and Jay Roberts had the other for the Tigers.

•Plainfield East (0-2) fell to Batavia (2-0) 30-14 Friday at Batavia. Aris Irizarry returned a kickoff for a touchdown and Cullen Rompa had a 44-yard touchdown run for the Bengals.

•Plainfield Central defeated St. Charles North 14-7 at home to move to 2-0. staylor@enterprisepublications.com

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Pikul twins leaving their mark at East

By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

If you have followed Plainfield East golf the past few years, chances are you have seen a Pikul listed as one of the leading scores.

SPOTLIGHT That is because twins Kevin and David Pikul have both been among the top scorers for the Bengals.

Kevin started playing his freshman year and David followed his sophomore year.

“My parents kind of pushed me into it and I started liking it after the summer,” David said.

Being able to compete together on the same team has been a great thing for both.

“It’s been great,” David said.

“When we go home after a win or loss, we have someone to talk to and express our thoughts to.

We are focusing on the future and helping us get through a loss or win.”

“It’s fun because we’re brothers and we have each other to reflect back on after a win or a loss,” Kevin added.

The twins are also able to help each other out on the course.

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coach,” so we’re always working together,” David said. “Usually if one of us isn’t doing something right, we know enough about each other to help each other out and get a little better.”

They even have the twin’s instinct where they know when each other is playing good or bad.

“Usually (Kevin) is playing in front of me, so I can see him when he shoots,” David said.

“When I see him take a shot, I can tell if it was good or bad based on his reaction. That kind of helps with playing with him throughout the summer and all my life.”

Despite the similarities, the two have different memories of their career.

“It wasn’t exactly a good memory, but the Kaufman brothers shot even and oneunder par and the other scores were 44 and 45,” Kevin said.

“Coach told us that they can’t be carrying us and that made me want to get better and focus more.”

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David (left) and Kevin Pikul are seniors on Plainfield East’s golf team.

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PIKUL Continued from page 14 had a little team-bonding.”

Now that they are seniors, they feel they have an added leadership role on the team.

And, they are taking that role seriously.

“Last year we didn’t really focus on the JV or whoever was

there, but this year we are able to help them out,” David said.

“We’ve played some practice rounds where we would play with them and they would watch what we did so they would know what to do in that situation. We are kind of looking after them.”

“It is kind of like we are mentors,” Kevin said. “We teach them golf course etiquette such as not walking in other peoples’

lines.”

Coach Brad Neubauer agrees.

“They are the kinds of kids you want in a golf program,” Neubauer said. “They played probably every day over the summer.Then they are out there helping the JV kids. They are dedicated to the sport and are great leaders to have around.

Even as juniors they were leaders. They were practicing the right way and hopefully that

reflects on the JV guys.”

Once their senior year of high school is over, there is a good chance the two will remain together in college.

“We are most likely going to JJC, unless we get scholarships,” Kevin said. “Maybe even a trade school. We definitely want to play golf in college and are trying as hard as we can. Either way we will probably be together.” staylor@enterprisepublications.com

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Plainfield’s Caroline Kelly looks to get back to state this year.

Plainfield set for new heights

By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

Coming off its third straight season of having a representative at state, Plainfield girls swimming is hoping to take the next step.

SWIMMING That would be advancing more than one individual to the state meet for the first time.

Thanks to a strong junior class, that might be the case this year as

returning qualifier Caroline Kelly is back and is joined by fellow junior McKenna Avery.

“Caroline went to state last year and I wasn’t too far off,” Avery stated. “Our relay was only two seconds off. This year I’m definitely planning on going to state. It’s on my calendar. I went down and watched (Caroline) last year and she did a great job.”

“We definitely want to get a relay to state,” Kelly said.“I want us to have some more qualifiers and more individuals. Our seniors are

great role models for everyone, but the juniors realize they need to step up and push everyone, including each other.”

Kelly qualified for state last year in the breaststroke despite having a shoulder injury for part of the season.

“I had a shoulder problem, but it is totally gone, so hopefully I have a better season this year,”Kelly said.

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South soccer goes 3-0 for week Plainfield South had a strong week, going 3-0 and defeated Oswego East in conference play 4-3 in a shootout.

ROUNDUP The Cougars (5-1) held a 3-1 lead with five minutes left, but allowed the Wolves to come back and tie the game. In the seventh round of penalty kicks after scoreless overtimes,South goalieTyler Olsen made the game-winning save.

Rodrigo Garcia scored twice, while Manny Sanchez added the other.Sanchez and Michael Decker had assists.

The Cougars followed that game with a 2-0 win over Joliet West as Garcia and Decker scored goals and Olsen had the shutout. Adam Burt contributed an assist.

Playing their third game in as many days, the Cougars defeated Ottawa 7-0 as Garcia and Anthony Skrip each totaled two goals.

Michael Dunning got his first shutout of the year in goal.

•Plainfield East and Minooka tied 2-2 as Ryan Olans scored both goals for the Bengals.

Olans and Mike Brazinski scored goals in a 2-2 tie with East Aurora.

•In the Lemont Tournament, Plainfield North fell to the host school 2-1, despite a goal by Logan Wright, assisted by Zack Foust.

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rebounded in the tournament with a 3-2 win. Andres Castellano scored twice, including the game winner, while Tyler Petprachan added the other.

•Plainfield Central fell to Metea Valley 2-1. Steve Wenzel scored the goal, assisted by Billy Ballentine.

BOYS GOLF Jake Kaufman, Kevin Pikul, David Pikul and Alex Turk all shot 41s in East’s 164-206 win over Romeoville. The Bengals fell to IMSA 166-167 as Kaufman and Kevin Pikul each shot a 41.

Plainfield North defeated East 156-170.

Jason Tipton led North with a 37, while Ben Roth added a 39.

Kaufman fired a 37 for the Bengals, while Kevin Pikul added a 39. East defeated Lincoln-Way West 171-173 behind David Pikul’s 40.

VOLLEYBALL Central fell to Neuqua Valley 2025, 25-18, 25-23 in a rematch of last year’s regional final, won by the Wildcats.

Shannon Hagen paced the Wildcats with 12 kills. Elizabeth Hyland contributed eight kills and five aces, Hannah Evatt notched 11 assists and Erin Eulitz had 18 digs.

East defeated Joliet West 25-21,

25-22 in its home opener.

MacKenzi Welsh led the Bengals with eight kills, while Justine Bunn added four kills and Allison Bowbin totaled nine assists.

GIRLS CROSS North took second place at its own invite last Tuesday. Leading the way were the combinations of Maggie Kennedy/Rachael Lau (2nd) and Catherine Crosson/ Alexis Sandoval (8th).

GIRLS TENNIS North defeated Joliet West 6-1.

Singles winners went to Kendall Junger (6-1, 6-3) at No. 2 singles and Cara Fazio (2-6, 6-3, 6-0) at No. 3 singles.

The doubles teams of Ariel Na/ Adila Esaak, Madison Sorlien/ Kaylin Holmes, Sarah Holmes/ Samantha Gambuzza and Desiree Mamparro/Jazmine Poblick were all victorious.

GIRLS GOLF South fell to Central 202-217, despite South’s Alex Catalano earning medalist honors with a 45.

North defeated Romeoville 201-245. McClintic (49), Dunbar (49), Withner (51) and Staser (52) scored for the Tigers.

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HEIGHTS Continued from page 16 I can do it because I know I’ve done it before (make state).”

Now healthy, expectations are even higher this year.

“My expectations are definitely high,” Kelly said. “I want to do better at state than I did last year and hopefully come back for the next day, which is top 16. I worked out the day after state and I worked hard every day up till tryouts this year.”

“We definitely want her to go back to state again,” Plainfield coach George Sam said. “The team has talked about getting her to state, along with a relay and a couple others as individuals as well. It’s nice that three years in a row we’ve been represented (at state), but now we want to make sure it is a fourth year in a row.

We’ve never had more than one qualifier and we have quite a few girls who have a chance.”

Meanwhile, Avery hopes to make state in multiple events.

“I’m trying to go to state in both the 100 free and 100 backstroke,” Avery said.“That would be a 53 in the 100 free and like a 58 in the 100 back. I have to push it even when I’m tired,” Both girls will likely also be a part of multiple relays, the 200 medley and 400 free. Megan Avery, Nicole Olsen and freshman Carly Kramer are also competing for

spots on the relays.

“There’s a bunch of combinations that could work,” Sam said. “I think if we can keep finding more ways to get some more speed, we will set ourselves up nicely.”

A senior hoping to make an impact this year is Jorie Wendland.

“I’m really excited for the season,” Wendland said. “This is my last year with the team, so I want to try and set some school

records. I’m not so sure about state, but I definitely want to make some varsity records.”

Wendland hopes to swim the 500 free in 5 minutes, 25 seconds and the 200 free in 2:05.

“I try to work my hardest throughout the season,”Wendland said.“I like to push myself.When it is time to taper then I relax a little and let my muscles recover.” staylor@enterprisepublications.com

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Raiders beat Spartans in rivalry game

By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

In the first quarter, Romeoville did what it wanted against Valley View School District foe and defending Class 8A state champion Bolingbrook.

The Spartans held the Raiders to a turnover on downs on its first possession, but on its second possession, Bolingbrook running back Omar Stover ripped off a 91-yard TD run. A missed PAT made the game 6-0.

“We came out and played hard, we did what we prepared for on film,” Stover said. “We came out and executed. We are a talented offense. We are stacked and we work hard.”

The Spartans answered with a field goal and trailed only 6-3 after one quarter.

“We had a great first quarter,” said Romeoville coach Jeff Kuna.

“We didn’t run the ball as well I wanted. I knew we wouldn’t run all over them, but I thought we could get three or four a pop. I saw some areas I thought we could that.”

However, Bolingbrook tallied three touchdowns in less than four minutes to open the second quarter en route to a 46-10 win.

“I kept telling the guys to keep their heads up and stay up,” said Romeoville’s Caleb Bailey. “(Bolingbrook) is number one in everybody’s rankings. We are just going to get better.”

John Hall started the scoring with a two-yard touchdown run. That was followed by a TD pass from Aaron Bailey to John Howard and a 63-yard scamper

by Bailey.

Freshman Tuf Borland added a 45-yard interception return for a

score with less than two minutes added to the Raiders’ lead.

With Bailey on the bench, sophomore reserve Quincy Woods, orchestrated a drive that ended in Stover (7 carries, 141 yards) going in from 11-yards out for his second score of the game.

Woods would get a score of his own to end the Raider scoring, while Miguel Ford capped the Spartan scoring.

Woods wasn’t the only sophomore signal caller to play in the game, as Spartan sophomore Kelvin Jones replaced Jacob Bambule, who suffered his second head injury in as many weeks. Jones played the first half half of the sophomore game and was in street clothes during the varsity game until he was called upon to suit up.

“We won’t know until he sees the doctors, but if I had to bet, I would bet that he is out next week,” Kuna said of Bambule.

“That was why I had Calvin go in at halftime and suit up, because I knew he might have to play. He will get the majority of the reps.

Being a young quarterback, he has some things to learn, but we are working with him and he is getting a lot of coaching.”

Both teams get into conference play next week, as Bolingbrook travels to Joliet West and Romeoville faces Plainfield Central, who they beat to end the season last year.

“We played two very good teams. We learned a lot,” Kuna said. “We knew we had to win five of seven conference games to get in the playoffs and with these games here, even though we lost, we will have enough points. We do need to get one next week.” mark@buglenewspapers.com

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A host of Bolingbrook defenders bring down Romeoville’s Caleb Bailey Friday night in the battle of the two Valley View School District schools.

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Across 1 They’re dirty pool 11 WNBA positions 15 Muse of sacred music 16 Brest milk 17 Does a bit of informal polling 18 Paquin of “True Blood” 19 Note 20 Puzzle (out) 21 Model born Lesley Hornby 23 Equinox mo.

24 Accepted 25 “GoodFellas” Oscar winner 28 Reckon, in the boonies 30 OR abbr.

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33 Texas Rangers CEO 35 Leap on blades 36 Story writer/ poet Grace who studied with Auden 37 Classic Leontyne Price role 38 Honey Ryder and Xenia Onatopp,

Don’t let the cat out of the bag. Show the trust that you’ve earned has been well founded by keeping confidential information to yourself in the week ahead. Problems won’t be of concern if you keep your cool.

A good cheering section will keep you at your best.

Placing yourself among supportive parties will improve your chances of success this week. Tame urges to spend money on frivolous items.

Optimism can be contagious. Those who see the glass half full may boost your confidence in the week ahead, while pessimism could sap your energy.

Remember to emulate the little engine that could.

Being hospitable is one thing, being a doormat is another.

Don’t let someone take advantage of your kind nature this week by asking for too much. Know when to draw the line - and by all means draw it.

Don’t put your eggs all in one basket. Relying on just one set of events to go your way lowers your chances of success, but having a backup plan improves the odds in the upcoming week. Be sure to spend wisely.

Don’t bite off more than you can chew. Your recent successes may have you feeling invulnerable in the week to come. Stay focused, but you should avoid taking on tasks that are beyond your abilities.

Not every itch needs to be scratched. The dull grind may have you yearning for high adventure, but keep in mind that boring routines pay the bills. Put fantasies into low gear this week.

Focus on what you can do, rather than what you can’t. No one can do it all. Simply because some tasks are beyond your means does not make you a failure. Play upon your strengths in the week ahead.

Search for the facts. Put money to work for you in the week to come. You can rely on information even when someone has put a spin on it or do some digging on your own to uncover the naked truth.

Be the voice of reason this week. Friends or loved ones may have their heads in the clouds as they pursue a foolish venture. Bring them back to earth with some good old-fashioned sound advice and counseling.

Rewards don’t always outweigh the risks in the week ahead.

Don’t jeopardize your financial security by taking unnecessary gambles. Spend your hard earned cash only on the essentials and let others rely on Lady Luck.

If it isn’t broken, don’t try to fix it. This week, avoid trying to stir things up just to break up the monotony as you may cause more harm than good. Tried and true methods always work because they’re proven.

Down e.g.

40 Out of line 41 Inseparable 42 Some rectangular bars 43 Feinting spells?

44 Ore.’s highest point 46 Broker’s advice 47 Any regular on “The View” 48 Numbers for closers 50 Cone head?

53 __ Bacon: “East of Eden” character 54 Got at 57 Structure on piles 58 “When pigs fly!”

59 More than asked 60 Safari sights

1 They’re no. experts 2 It may wind up around the house 3 Paul’s “The Prize” co-star 4 Bard’s interjections 5 Introduce by degrees 6 Stack sweetener 7 GP gps.

8 Weight 9 Can across the pond 10 “I’m afraid the news is not good ...”

11 One may be filed 12 It merged with Zanzibar in 1964 13 Gangbuster’s target 14 Inn time 22 Singer of complex songs 23 Baste 24 Phrase of emphasis 25 R&B singer Bryson 26 Dow 30 company 27 When, in Act

Two of “Macbeth,” the Porter knocks at the gate 28 Caught 29 Taquer’a meat 31 Irritates, with “at” 34 Far from mellifluous 36 At the helm of 39 Nursery sounds 40 Like much business?

45 Put away 46 Wedding announcement 47 Stupefyin’ Jones creator 48 First-year Spanish verb 49 Mexican waterways 50 Persian for “place of” 51 One needing social work?

52 Confucius’s “Book of __” 55 Bergen’s home: Abbr.

56 Org. working on bridges

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Managing a micromanager at work Q.My boss is a micromanager.He needs to control every single detail of any project I am working on, and then he hovers as I work. I’m starting to hide in our conference room to get privacy. How do I get him to trust my skills?

A.You get your boss to trust your skills by realizing he probably has an anxiety disorder. He is terrified of losing control over a project and believes micromanaging his staff will prevent a problem.

You can’t change the chemical or psychological makeup of your boss’s brain. You can learn how to work with another person’s anxiety in the workplace.

Rule 1: Don’t take his hovering or constant advice about your next step personally.

Rule 2: Ask your boss what his worst-case scenario would be if the project failed.

Rule 3: Make it clear to your boss that you have a specific plan to avoid this result.

Life and work are inherently

unpredictable.

We all laugh at people who are superstitious.

If a coworker avoids stepping on a crack in a sidewalk, we think they are eccentric. If our boss can’t let go of control of our project, we inaccurately believe our boss has no faith in us.

The truth is your boss has an awareness that bad things happen. He also has a superstition that smart people can avoid bad things if they are constantly vigilant.

None of us enjoys walking around aware that an asteroid could extinguish all life on Earth or that Yellowstone could blow up and start the next ice age. We human beings get through our day by denying the reality of our puny powerlessness in a great big

universe.

Your boss is simply trying to avoid circumstances he thinks would ruin his career. You could establish that you are his ally by helping him avoid his worries and become his new best friend.

If instead you buck his control and get hostile, you’ll only make his fear worse.

I know you probably think your boss is the one in charge.

But, surprisingly, he may be more afraid of problems at work than you are. To get your boss to trust your skills, you’ll have to see him as vulnerable rather than trying to insult you.

You can’t build an alliance with your boss if you’re busy trying to defend yourself or avoid him.

You can’t promise your boss a problem-free workplace. You can make it clear you are committed to providing solutions and lowering his anxiety.

When we go to work, we need to see both the head and the

My car: Should I fix it or sell it?

Dear Dave, My old car has been having lots of problems lately.

Do you have any advice on how to decide when it’s best to just fix an old car or get a newer one instead?

Kristin Dear Kristin, This is a good question!

Mathematically, the first thing to look at is the car’s worth if you don’t make repairs. Should you

spend $1,000 to increase the value of the vehicle $500? Dumb question, right? At that point, you sell the car as-is and put the $1,000 it would take to fix it toward something newer.

On the other hand, let’s say you’ve got a little hooptie worth $1,000 but by putting $500 into it, you can have it up and running again. Suddenly it’s worth $2,500. That’s money well-spent, because what you’ve done has significantly increased the value.

The other side is that at some point, the hassle factor of an old car can turn it into a money pit. If you can’t get anywhere because the car’s always busted, then you

need to find something else for the sake of safety and reliability.

If this happens, though, you should still pay cash for a better car. Even if you’re not taking a step up in price or fanciness, it’s still better than taking on a car payment. I’d walk or ride a bike everywhere before I did that!

—Dave * Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He’s authored four New York Times bestselling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover and EntreLeadership. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 5 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

The last word(s)

(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.)

Q. I want a raise. Any advice?

A. Yes, be visible, effective and profitable.

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heart of the people we work with. When people see we know what’s in their head, they want to hire us. When people know we understand what is in their hearts, they trust our skills, our judgment and our actions.

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