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Leo Brown, who has worked at Caterpillar for 44 years, waits to hear the results of a vote on a contract that would end a 4-month strike a Caterpillar’s Joliet plant.

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AUGUST 22, 2012

Vol. 4 No. 51

CAT STRIKE ENDS Agreement brings end to 4-month work stoppage By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

mix of anger and resignation hung in the faces of union members as they learned the results of a vote Friday to end a four-month long strike at Caterpillar’s Joliet plant. Members of the International Association of Machinists local 851, who have been on strike since May 1, voted 280-213 to accept a five-year contract with the Peoria-based heavy equipment manufacturer. “Members of the union got together here and voted to go back to work,” IAM spokesperson Steve Jones said after the vote. The new contract is similar to two other contract offers, which the union overwhelmingly voted down in April and again in May. Union members said the contracts did not include cost of living wage increases, raised healthcare premiums and weakened seniority rights. The ratified contract carried an increased signing bonus of $3,100, See STRIKE ENDS, page 2

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Members of IAM Local 851 wait to hear the results of a vote to accept a tentative contract agreement Friday.

STRIKE ENDS Continued from page 1 promised a one-time 3 percent wage increase for workers hired after May 2005 and re-enforced seniority rights by limiting shift loan outs to 90 days. “We are pleased with the outcome of the vote and certainly happy to have our employees coming back to work,”Tim Flaherty, general manager of advanced components systems operations, said in a company press release. “We know situations like this are never easy and that it impacts not just employees, but their families. I think everyone involved is ready to get this behind us.” However, not everyone was ready to move on. Union member Vicky Pogliano was visibly shaken after the vote to ratify the contract. “He was hired to do a job, and his job was to settle this,” Pogliano said of Jones’s handling of labor negotiations. “I understand our union brothers are hurting, but they hurt themselves so much more by accepting this contract.” Pogliano has worked for Caterpillar for 17 years, and she was not the only worker unhappy with the terms of the new contract. Joe Stachon worked with Caterpillar only three weeks before the union voted to strike. He said that many of his fellow union members were concerned that if the contract didn’t pass,

a large number of them would cross the picket line.This, Stachon said, would take away most of the union’s leverage. “They’re trying to separate the union into three classes,” he said. “You have the guys who are close to retiring, the guys in the middle who have been around for 20 years and then the new guys.” As of Friday, 104 members of the 780 member union had already crossed the picket line and returned to work. Before knowing the outcome of the vote, the 25-year-old Stachon said he’d never dream of crossing the line. “For the three weeks I’ve worked there, I can’t imagine ruining their future by crossing the line or

News voting for this contract,” he said of the more senior workers. Mike McIntyre, who has worked at Caterpillar for 17 years, shared Stachon’s belief that Caterpillar was trying to pit the union against itself. In his view, the 3 percent wage increase offered to newer employees was a decisive issue. “Caterpillar dangle’s that crumb out there for the new guys,” McIntyre said. “They are playing us against each other.” Most members of the union were unhappy with the contract’s terms, however some seemed resigned to the fate that it would be accepted. Rob Tomczak, 19, started working at Caterpillar in December and said he voted down the offer. However, he felt that many of the union members were ready to go back to work. “Half the guys that say they are going to vote ‘no’ go in there and vote ‘yes.’” Tomczak said. “But, I’m not mad at them. I’m not mad at anyone who votes yes to feed his family.” Not everyone shared Tomczak’s compassion, as many in the union criticized their representatives for what they felt was a conciliatory contract. As head negotiator for Local 851, Jones received much of that indignation. However, the IAM spokesperson said those sentiments are just part of the

negotiating process. “It’s a mixed crowd, what do you expect,” Jones said. “It’s a tremendous responsibility to try to be responsible for the livelihood of 780 families. It’s obviously a difficult burden to bear.” Jones said that Caterpillar will

begin to phase workers in starting Monday. Union members will receive letters informing them of their start date, and Jones expects everyone will be back to work within two weeks. jsamples@buglenewspapers.com

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A Flight to Remember

B-17 national tour lands at Lewis University Airport, honors veterans of WWII By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

Try, if you can, to imagine yourself on the battlefields of Europe in the opening months of 1942. If you were a German soldier or industrial worker at that time, there would have been few sights more frightening than that of an approaching B-17 bomber. Developed in the 1930s, the four-engine “Flying Fortress” devastated military and industrial targets during the Allied bombing campaigns of World War II. The missions flown by its pilots were a major factor in the eventual defeat of Germany and the Axis powers. Between Aug. 31 and Sept. 2, those pilots and the B-17’s they flew will be honored when the “Salute to Veterans” national tour makes a stop at the Lewis University Airport. The annual tour is hosted by the Experimental Aircraft Association, and Sean Elliot, vice president of air operations, said it’s an important event for EAA members and veterans alike. “This is about saluting the veterans and recognizing what the greatest generation did for our country,” Elliot said.“The tours have just grown and grown.” Unlike Axis soldiers, attendees to the event will be pleased to see the approaching B-17 the morning of Aug. 31. Veterans, pilots, flying enthusiasts and the general public are expected to flock to the event, which is celebrating its third year at Lewis. Attendees to the three-day event can come to celebrate the nation’s veterans, take ground tours of the B-17 or experience the machine from the air in real life “flight missions.”The latter can be rather pricey, costing between $400 and $475 depending on EAA membership status and booking time, but Elliot said that the experience of flying in these machines is unmatched. “To experience the sites, the sounds, and the smells of operating and actually aviating in an iconic airplane like the B-17 is

such an emotional experience,” Elliot said.“There are people who come off in tears or just giddy because they can’t believe how incredible it was.” “Others come off with a new level of respect for what these World War II aviators did. It’s the whole package that you can’t get from reading a text book.” For more information about flight rates and Salute to Veterans, visit www.b17.org. Although this is only the third time the tour has made its way to Romeoville, Salute to Veterans has been visiting cities around the country since 1994. The year-long tour is a way to honor veterans of all wars, but it is also a way to bring aviation enthusiasts together to appreciate what the EAA calls “one of the greatest military airplanes ever built.” George Linkus, president of the EAA’s area-chapter, flew the B-17 briefly during the Second World War, and he is eager for the chance to reunite with the dozens of WWII veterans who have made it out to past events. However, Linkus’ real excitement boils down to one thing. “It’s just exciting to be around an airplane,” Linkus said with a laugh.“Just seeing an old airplane

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World War II veteran Frank Petrucci rides in the nose during a tour flight over Denver. Petrucci flew on a B-17 in the 8th Air Force, 351st Bomb Group.

like that; no matter how many times you see it, you get the same feeling.” Linkus has been a member of the EAA since 1964, and the chapter has been located at Lewis University Airport since 1971. In his opinion, this event is important to EAA members but also the community at large. He said exact attendance figures aren’t kept but anticipates about 2,000 people will make it out to tour the aircraft. The “Aluminum Overcast,” which is the name given to the See B-17, page 5

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The Experimental Aircraft Association’s “Aluminium Overcast” flies to a new location during the 2011 “Salute to Veterans” national tour.

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Preserving Our Past Frame of nation’s industrial past built with Joliet steel By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

When Gerald Adelmann nominated the Joliet Steel Works to the Will County Register of Historic Places he did so because the site is rich in American industrial history. “I’m not sure exactly what the catalyst was to nominate the site to the County register,”Adelmann said. “But, it was an important part of the mosaic of the area’s extraordinary resources, and we were concerned about its longterm protection and reuse.” The Joliet Steel Works was constructed in the 1860s and was instrumental in the development of Joliet and surrounding communities. Providing jobs and attracting workers, the Joliet Steel Mill contributed to the growth of the city, which was designated as such in 1857. The transportation networks that converged on the area in the mid-19th century precipitated steel production at the Joliet plant. The completion of the Illinois & Michigan Canal in 1848 and the extension of the Chicago and Rock Island Railroad line to the area in 1852 made the region an ideal location to manufacture and transport steel. “The reason the plant was there in the first place was largely because of the canal and the railroad,”Adelmann said.“You had a transportation system that

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The Illinois Steel Works, Joliet in 1901.

could bring in coal that was needed, iron ore, limestone that they used for the processing and so forth.” Around this time, the steel industry was also undergoing a transformation. The Bessemer Process of steel production revolutionized the industry when it was introduced in England in the 1860s. In the 1870s the Joliet Steel Works became the ninth plant in the country to use Bessemer converters. Although the plant was constructed in 1869, it did not begin producing steel until Jan. 26, 1873. Once the Bessemer process improved production at the Joliet Steel Works, then named the Joliet Iron and Steel Company, the plant began to contribute to the development of the Western United States. Production of rails to be used

for the westward expansion of railroads, wire fencing to enclose farms and welded wire fabrics for the construction of the nation’s highways were a few of the products manufactured at the Joliet Steel Works that contributed to that development. “It has an extraordinary history, in terms of American history and labor history, associated with it,” Adelmann said. “This is a mill where they made rails that were used for the railroads going west, barbed wire and so many other things.” Because of its connection to the nation’s industrial history, Adelmann nominated the Joliet Steel Works to the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. However, the Joliet Steel Works is also representative of the area’s

local character and economic development. Its original buildings were constructed of locally quarried limestone. This architecture gave the Joliet Steel Works’ original buildings a character similar to many area buildings constructed during the mid- to late-19th century. Because of its access to the transportation networks noted above, the Joliet Steel Works is also tied to the history of the I&M Canal, which was a significant contributor to the economic development of the region. In 1995, Adelmann recognized that important local connection

when he also nominated the site for the Will County Register. “This is a very important part of not only Joliet’s history, but the history of the region in general and the upper Midwest,” Adelmann said. Adelmann, who formed the Canal Corridor Association in 1980, is familiar with the significant impact the I&M Canal had on the region. His work in regional land conservation began in 1980 when he joined the Openlands Project. He has since gone on to contribute See JOLIET STEEL, page 5

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Temporary locations for Joliet City Council meetings Due to the construction taking place in the City of Joliet’s Council Chambers, the following locations will be used in the interim until construction is completed. Temporary locations: Aug. 20, 3:30 p.m. Joliet City Hall/Planning Conference Room; Aug. 21, 6:30 p.m. Joliet Area Historical Museum, 204 N. Ottawa St.; Sept. 4, 6:30 p.m. Provena St. Joseph Hospital, 333 North Madison St.; Sept. 17, 3:30 p.m. Joliet City Hall/Planning Conference Room; Sept. 18, 6:30 p.m. Joliet Central High School, 201 E. Jefferson St.; Oct. 1,3:30 p.m.Joliet City Hall/ Planning Conference Room; Oct. 2, 6:30 p.m. Joliet Junior

B-17 Continued from page 3 EAA’s B-17, began the 2012 tour in April and will make a number of stops before it wraps up the season with a final visit to Cincinnati, Ohio in early September. Built in 1945, the Aluminum Overcast uses the winter months to undergo substantial preservative maintenance. Foramachinethat’sapproaching 70 years old, this downtime is

JOLIET STEEL Continued from page 4 to significant conservation efforts in northeastern Illinois, southeastern Wisconsin and northwestern Indiana. “The area from Joliet up through Romeoville was seen as a microcosm for the I&M Canal National Heritage Corridor as a whole,” Adelmann said. “There’s such an extraordinary concentration of cultural and natural resources within that area. So, the Joliet Iron and Steel Works site was always a very important resource we were interested in saving.” jsamples@buglenewspapers.com

College, 3rd Floor Board Room, 1215 Houbolt Road; Oct. 15, 3:30 p.m. Joliet City Hall/Planning Conference Room; Oct. 16, 6:30 p.m. Joliet Area Historical Museum, Caterpillar Room, 204 N. Ottawa St.; Oct. 29, 4 p.m. Special Budget Meeting Joliet City Hall/Planning Conference Room; and Nov. 5, 3:30 p.m. Joliet Township High School District Board Room, 300 Caterpillar Drive. Parking: Museum: Free parking is available in the Museum parking lot at the corner of Ottawa and Webster Streets. Metered parking is available curb side.The Museum is handicap accessible. A patron drop-off is located directly in

important. According to Elliot, there are only eight B-17’s left in flyable conditions. “It’s a large vintage airplane with four radial engines that develop 1,200 horse power each, and they all require a lot of TLC in the off-time,” Elliot said.“We have a pretty tremendous parts cache to keep this aircraft in tip-top shape.” Despite these maintenance breaks, the EAA continues to offer a number of programs yearround. Elliot said that pilots and flight enthusiasts have a number

front of the Museum’s Route 66 Welcome Center entrance. Do not park in the lot directly in front of the Museum’s Welcome Center; towing is enforced. Provena St. Joseph Hospital: Park in the parking deck adjacent to the Medical Center on Springfield Avenue. Joliet Central High School: Park in Staff Lot G and spaces along the perimeter of the Little Theater. Overflow spaces can be directed to Staff Lot E. Joliet Junior College: Park in the Campus Center lots, which are in front of Building A (East Lots 1 and 2). Parking is also available in South Lots 1, 2, or 3. Joliet Township High School Board Room: Park in either the small front visitor lot on McDonough Street or the larger staff lot off of Caterpillar Drive.

of options to keep their passion for aviation soaring. “The EAA is more than just the aircraft tours,” Elliot said. “We’re a 170,000 membership organization, and we’ve got multiple different forms of outreach. For instance, we have a major event up here in Oshkosh, [Wis.] called AirVenture.” For more information about the EAA or to become a member, visit www.eaa15.org or www. eaa.org. jsamples@buglenewspapers.com

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Police Blotter

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

Joliet

Erick J. Shelby, 26, 4542 Walsh Ave., East Chicago, Ind., was arrested on Aug. 11 at 4:48 p.m. at 1009 Charlesworth for battery.

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Darnell R. Smith, 31, 702 Water, was arrested on Aug. 11 at 8:38 p.m. on S. Des Plaines and Munroe for possession of cannabis.

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Paul D. Funches, 24, 2207 Orchid Lane, Crest Hill, was arrested on Aug. 11 at 9:58 p.m. at 1300 W. Jefferson for possession of cannabis.

Jamie A. Schmidt, 23, 130 Wabash, Manhattan, was arrested on Aug. 11 at 4:30 a.m. at 12 S. Raynor for attempted residential burglary, burglary and burglary from a motor vehicle.

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Peter Lee, 78, 2506 Arcadia Court, Naperville, was arrested on Aug. 11 at 10:45 a.m. at 255 S. Joliet for violation of the Counterfeit Trademark Act.

Brian Savage, 40, 6053 Victoria Drive, Oak Forest, was arrested on Aug. 11 at 10:45 a.m. at 255 S. Joliet for violation of the Counterfeit Trademark Act.

Roberto Diaz, 63, 16600 S. Timberview Drive, Plainfield, was arrested on Aug. 11 at 10:45 a.m. at 255 S. Joliet for violation of the Counterfeit Trademark Act.

Dongmei Pan, 41, 226 Elkhorn Court, Bolingbrook, was arrested on Aug. 11 at 10:45 a.m. at 255 S. Joliet for violation of the Counterfeit Trademark Act.

Victor R. Melo, 48, 1017 S. Mason. Chicago, was arrested on Aug. 11 at 10:45 a.m. at 255 S. Joliet for violation of the Counterfeit Trademark Act.

Lifen Li, 60, 7 Crestview Lane, Vernon Hills, was

arrested on Aug. 11 at 10:45 a.m. at 255 S. Joliet for violation of the Counterfeit Trademark Act. Zhihua Li, 44, 173 Hillside Drive, Bolingbrook, was arrested on Aug. 11 at 10:45 a.m. at 255 S. Joliet for violation of the Counterfeit Trademark Act.

Shaojian Zhu, 41, 8328 Adbeth Ave., Woodridge, was arrested on Aug. 11 at 10:45 a.m. at 255 S. Joliet for violation of the Counterfeit Trademark Act.

Dong, 52, 1830 13 Shifu Sturbridge Place, Downers Grove, was arrested on Aug. 11 at 10:45 a.m. at 255 S. Joliet for violation of the Counterfeit Trademark Act. Charles M. Delehanty, 42, 3106 Thomas Hicket Ave., Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 12 at 8:17 a.m. at the residence for domestic battery and unlawful restraint.

criminal trespass. Peggy A. Cox, 49, 10151 Cambridge Drive Court, Mokena, was arrested on Aug. 12 at 2:12 p.m. on Jefferson and Mayor Art Schultz for liquor on a public way.

Nicolas Zamudio, 33, 558 Liberty, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 12 at 5:24 p.m. on Liberty and Youngs for aggravated DUI, DUI/alcohol, blood alcohol content over .08 and possession of a look-alike substance.

Victor A. Martinez, 18, 1806 Larkspur Drive, Plainfield, was arrested on Aug. 12 at 8:07 p.m. on W. Haldemann and S. William for possession of cannabis and possession of drug equipment.

Arierous E. King, 22, 9 Crowley St., Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 13 at 12:05 p.m. at the residence for discharge of toy firearm.

Cholke, 44, 1114 15 Victorial Draper Ave., Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 12 at 6:03 a.m. at the residence for domestic battery.

Matthew J. Bishop, 18, 3404 Ivy Wild Lane, New Lenox, was arrested on Aug. 13 at 10:55 p.m. at 3202 Chestnut Pointe for criminal damage to property.

Sonya M. Jefferson, 49, 3918 N. New York, Peoria, was arrested on Aug. 12 at 5:18 p.m. at 777 Hollywood Blvd. for

Latrice A. Lewis, 39, 1415 Yarrow, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 13 at 10:04 p.m. at the residence for loud music.

Mark A. Chandler, 50, 25 N. Hickory, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 13 at 11:36 a.m. at 415 N. Bluff for criminal trespass to state supported land.

John D. Eigenheer Jr., 41, 1218 N. William, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 14 at 4:45 p.m. at 150 W. Washington for robbery, theft and financial identity theft.

William J. Trantina, 39, 2923 Arden Place, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 13 at 10:50 a.m. at 150 W. Washington for endangering the life/health of a child.

Fredrick L. Terry, 20, 516 S. Eastern Ave., Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 14 at 11:43 p.m. on Wilson and Fourth for obstructing a police officer.

D. Williamson, 19, 25 Kendall 300 W. Canton Farm Road, Lockport, was arrested on Aug. 13 at 9:27 p.m. on Plainfield and Clara for possession of cannabis. Aletto S. Barton, 21, 411 Grant Ave., Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 13 at 9:14 p.m. at 334 Water for criminal trespass to state supported land and violation of a bail bond.

L. Tatum, 22, 947 27 Lamarius N. Laramie, Chicago, was arrested on Aug. 13 at 2:08 a.m. at 925 Lois Place for residential burglary, unlawful restraint, interfering with emergency communication and resisting a police officer. Roy A. Fluker, 34, 5054 W. Crystal, Chicago, was arrested on Aug. 13 at 2:08 a.m. at 925 Lois Place for residential burglary and unlawful restraint.

William Flowers, 61, 308 Des Plaines, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 14 at 1:03 a.m. at the residence for domestic battery and two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm.

Jose A. Padilla, 18, 413 E. Clay, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 14 at 2:27 a.m. at the residence for aggravated battery.

Demetrius O. Nabors, 18, 209 N. Broadway, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 15 at 11:45 p.m. at 1805 Jefferson for resisting a police officer.

Nicole M. Richied, 19, 24306 Edwin Drive, Channahon, was arrested on Aug. 15 at 4:23 a.m. 1801 W. Jefferson for retail theft.

Stacy L. Johnson, 38, 23943 Keith Allen Drive, See BLOTTER, page 7

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at 119 Baker for criminal trespass to real property and resisting obstructing a police officer.

Continued from page 6 Elwood, was arrested on Aug. 15 at 10:56 a.m. at 2524 W. Jefferson for theft. W. Orsborn, 36 Christopher 25, 119 Baker, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 15 at 11:09 a.m. at the residence for resisting/ obstructing a police officer. M. Duncan, 21, 37 Darius 801 Greenfield, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 15 at 11:09 a.m.

Antonio Lopez Jr., 27, 413 Ohio, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 15 at 6:17 p.m. at the residence for aggravated battery.

J. King, 19, 513 W. 39 Brandon Bellarmine Drive, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 15 at 8:20 p.m. at 2424 W. Jefferson for forgery. Downs F. McGarvey Jr., 43, 1306 Brown, Joliet, was arrested on Aug. 15 at 12:03 a.m. at 133 Hobbs for criminal

trespass to residence. Joseph L. Molette Jr., 21, 1815 Arbor Lane, Crest Hill, was arrested on Aug. 15 at 1:51 a.m. on Raynor and Marion for possession of cannabis.

Kelin J. Sharp, 22, 1309 Fairview,Joliet,was arrested on Aug. 15 at 1:51 a.m. on Raynor and Marion for resisting/ obstructing a police officer.

Lockport Nothing to report

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JJC Workforce Development and Will County partners host job fair Joliet Junior College Workforce Development, along with Will County and the Will County Center for Economic Development, is hosting the Jobs4Success 2012 Job Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29 at the JJC Renaissance Center, 214 N. Ottawa St. The event, which is free and open to the public, will provide job seekers with the opportunity to network with local employers. There

are 44 employers scheduled to attend the event, said Paige Vanderhyden, director of workforce development. However, she expects that number to grow. “The job fair will allow job seekers to meet face-to-face with a variety of employers looking to hire,” Vanderhyden said. “It will reduce the need to travel from business to business to seek employment opportunities.”

Job seekers must have a resume to attend the event and should come dressed ready for on-the-spot interviews. Those interested in attending the fair are required to register online here. In preparation for the job fair, job seekers are invited to attend a “Preparing for a Job Fair” workshop that will be held Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at JJC’s City Center Campus. “Job seekers who attend

the ‘Preparing for a Job Fair’ workshop will have an advantage when meeting with potential employers,” Vanderhyden said. Registration to attend the prejob fair event is not required and walk-ins are welcomed. For more information about both events, contact Scott Kettman of the Workforce Services Division of Will County at skettman@willcountyillinois. com or 815-723-3880.

Governor signs Cross bill to tighten pension loophole Governor Pat Quinn signed Illinois House Republican Leader Tom Cross’ (R-Oswego) bill that will help prevent further abuses of a law that allows outgoing and former state lawmakers to cash-in by boosting their pension upon taking another government job at a higher salary after leaving office. House Bill 3969 would require an outgoing or former lawmaker in this position to either opt out

of the higher pension at the new government job or require the hiring government agency’s pension fund to pick up the additional cost. “This is a loophole that has been abused over the years by former lawmakers and it has to stop,” Cross said. “A former lawmaker will still be able to continue public service, but if they do it for a limited period of time—just to boost their pension—that will no longer be

tolerated at the state’s expense.” Currently, a member of the General Assembly who began service in the legislature prior to August 22, 1994 is able to obtain employment at a higher salary with another government agency that has a reciprocal agreement with the General Assembly Retirement System (GARS) at the state, county, or municipal level and have their legislative pension based on the higher salary of their new position.

The General Assembly approved a law in 1994 to provide that all state lawmakers first elected from that point forward would only be able to collect a pension based on their final salary as a member of the Illinois House or Senate, irrespective of whether or not they went on to obtain further employment with another government agency that has a reciprocal pension fund with GARS.

Joliet Jaguars host a free hockey day The Joliet Jaguar Hockey Club is hosting a free hockey event on September 9 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Inwood Ice Arena in Joliet at 3000 W. Jefferson St. This event is recommended for children between the ages of 4 and 10 that are interested in learning to skate and play youth hockey. Attendees will have one hour of free ice time and the Jaguar coaches will be on the rink helping the kids skate and stick handle and other hockey club members off the rink to answer any of your hockeyrelated questions. Ice skates will be available at the rink and some hockey equipment can be provided. “Our Jaguar Hockey club has been working with the USA Hockey organizations to offer these types of free events, so that kids in the area can try out hockey at no cost to the family.” said Dave Guseman, Vice President of Development, Joliet Jaguars. What is MinorHawks? MinorHawks is a “Learn to Play” program for kids ages 4-8, sponsored by the Blackhawks, Amateur Hockey Association of Illinois (AHAI) and USA Hockey. The Jaguar Hockey Club also partners with Chicago Blackhawks to offer a youth hockey program called “Minorhawks” which helps kids afford the game by supplying free hockey equipment. For more information visit blackhawks.nhl.com and click on “youth hockey.” For more about youth hockey and to register for hockey programs, visit www. jaguarhockeyclub.com.

Calendar ONGOING Serenity On Sunday Al-Anon Family Group. Sundays from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Resurrection Lutheran Church, 25050 W. Eames Street, Channahon. The only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of alcoholism in a relative or friend. There are no fees or dues. Each group is self-supporting with voluntary contributions.As a mutual helping group, there is no other affiliation. Feel free to visit www.niafg.org for more information or to leave a message on the Al-Anon line at 815-773-9623. Rockdale Lions Club Weekly Bingo. On Mondays door will open at 4 p.m., the early bird game will start at 6 p.m. and regular games start at 7 p.m. So come on out to our club at 48 Meadow Ave. in Rockdale, IL for an evening of bingo and fun. Contact our club at 815-729-3201 or Lion Steve at 815-791-8282 or Lion Wayne at 708-341-4433. WomenHeart Support Group. Meetings are on the second Thursday of each month from 6-8 p.m. in the PSJMC Conference Room A at 333 N. Madison St., Joliet.WomenHeart of Joliet is here for you to provide the support, education and friendships that

you need to live well with heart disease. WomenHeart will offer information and support that you may not find with your friends and loved ones. We can share fears, thoughts, and concerns in a relaxed and caring environment. For more information or agenda please call Michele at (815) 7034142. Citizens Against Ruining the Environment. Every third Monday of the month at 6-7:30 p.m. at SOS Children’s Village, 17545 Village Lane, Lockport. This volunteer non-profit environmental organization is dedicated to serving Will County and the surrounding area. For more information or a meeting agenda, call Ellen Rendulich at 815-834-1611. 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 815-773-9623 or visit www.niafg.org for more information

Need a Job or GED Classes? Education Service Network NFP Inc.’s Career Seekers GED/ Workforce program, a program of the Regional Office of Education is located at 179 North Chicago St. Joliet, Illinois 60432. We offer GED classes/resume preparation/ job placement for participants between the ages of 16 and 21. Classes meet Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon; Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 1 to 3 p.m. We also offer GED classes at our satellite site at the Friendship Centre at HighPoint, 175 South HighPoint Drive, Romeoville on Monday and Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information call 815-7748902 or 815-774-8922. Breast cancer support group. 7-8:30 p.m. at Joliet Oncology-Hematology Associates, 2614 West Jefferson St., Joliet. The Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support Group meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month. For more information call Pattie at 815-436-7640. Diabetes Support Group. 7 p.m. at Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center, 333 N. Madison St., Joliet. Support Group for adults with diabetes, support person

THE BUGLE/SENTINEL AUGUST 22, 2012 welcome. Different topics will be discussed each month. Share your experiences and learn as you work towards achieving control over your diabetes. Meetings on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Call 815-725-7133 ext. 3224 for more info. Young Widows Support Group. Meets once a 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 widowswearstilettos chicagosw@yahoo.com.

AUGUST 23 Free Park Parties. 6 to 8 p.m. at Irene King Park. The Lockport Township Park District is offering Park Parties, sponsored by BMO Harris Bank. Enjoy music, inflatable obstacle course, face painting, games and more. A slice of pizza, snow cones and drinks will be provided for the first 200 guests. This is a free event. For more information visit www. lockportpark.org or call 815-8383621, ext. 0.

AUGUST 24 Downtown Joliet Farmer’s

Market. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chicago Street and Van Buren Plaza. The Downtown Farmers Market is held each Friday during the summer and features a variety of vendors including fresh fruit and produce, Avon, Tupperware, Pampered Chef, soaps, bakery, cookies, breads, pizza, hummus/ olives, art work, purses, jewelry, fresh flowers and plants, wall hangings and much more!

AUGUST 25 Coupon Exchange. 10 to 11 a.m. at the Joliet Public Library’s Main Building. Come and share / swap coupons with others. When you have the coupons you need - you can save more $$$, add more to your stockpile, and take advantage of bigger discounts when they are offered. Guns And Hoses Charity Softball Tournament And Family Fun Weekend. Aug. 25 and 26 at St. Joe’s Park, Joliet. Easter Seals along with the Joliet Police and Fire Departments have planned an event for the whole family. Start the weekend off with a softball tournament featuring Will County area police and fire departments on Saturday August 25. In the afternoon enjoy the local See CALENDAR, page 11

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H o ro s c o p e s

Across

1 Altar constellation 4 Picked locks? 8 Where to see Goyas 13 Translating computer program 15 Had pizza delivered, say 16 Rikishi’s contest 18 Vice __ 19 DFW airport home 20 Lei presenter 22 Bit for the dog bowl 23 Tapped-out character 24 Popping up all over 25 Plaintive wind, perhaps 26 First-year law student 28 City known as the political capital of Africa 30 Battlefield display 32 King’s problem in “The King’s Speech” 33 Polo Grounds

#4 34 Place to see bull horns 35 Reorganize, and then some 39 Thrill 43 Pacific Northwest cedar monuments 45 NYC neighborhood 46 Make __ dash 47 Scandinavian saint 48 Rascal 49 Like Gen. McChrystal 50 Quite soon 52 Bearded beast 53 What a case may go to 55 The three in this grid are a hint to the starts of 16-, 28- and 43-Across 58 Gravy no-no 59 Billie Holiday’s real first name 60 El primer mes 61 Houston MLBer 62 “Just kidding!”

Down

1 Rm. coolers 2 Stand-up performance 3 Current contraption 4 Align the cross hairs 5 Fly in the ointment 6 Slows 7 Prom corsage 8 Work on the street 9 MapQuest output: Abbr. 10 Pilot in a show 11 Prepare for the hot tub 12 Painting the town red 14 “A __ upon thee!” 17 Oldies players 21 Gets cozy 23 [Facepalm!] 25 Lay one’s hands on 27 Undid the blindfold 28 Do more than just consider 29 “The Clan of the Cave Bear” writer 31 Tabloid pair

35 Scare 36 Jeter’s 3,000th hit, e.g. 37 Unit by unit, in succession 38 Coral component 39 Foreclosure cause 40 In progress 41 Author better known as Saki 42 Word with seed or banana 44 Tureen utensils 50 Besides 51 Strategic WWI river 52 Gibson need 54 Spring mo. 56 Common word on Brazilian maps 57 Watched the kids

MEDIA

Act with the utmost integrity and always remain faithful to those you trust. Your loyalty may be tested in the week ahead, but you will pass with flying colors. Give everyone the benefit of the doubt.

Maintain high standards and gain respect. Unleash enthusiasms and let them run freely in the week ahead. Your charitable instincts make it easy to win over those who have been less than supportive.

The flashlight at the end of a tunnel may be in the hands of a true friend. You may be successful this week by acting independently, but people with whom you have bonds of affection support your efforts.

Boredom with routines makes you bounce off the walls. You yearn for something more romantic this week. You might be offered invitations that hold mystery or the promise of power.

Stop to smell the roses. This is a good time for romantic activities, to listen to music, to enjoy lasting relationships or to take action to deal with health issues. In the upcoming week, focus on rest and relaxation.

Break out of your rut. If worries about work or career matters have you down in the dumps, seek the neutral opinions of friends or peruse the internet for vital information. Make improvements this week.

Those who are good for you move closer. In the week ahead, you will become aware that beneficial bonds are developing slowly but surely. Don’t feel honor bound to hide your true feelings any longer.

You know how to hum in perfect harmony. You may anticipate the needs and wishes of those in authority, Working conditions and health matters can take a turn for the better in the upcoming week.

The tried and true can be trusted. Don’t jump out of the frying pan and into the fire where money or love is concerned. Adjust to new situations without losing stability in the week to come.

You do not need to hide your light under the cloak of restraint. In the upcoming week, you can find ways to communicate freely with others. This clears the way to express your creative talents.

Adopting a self-reliant attitude is your best avenue for success. Romantic dreams may occupy your time this week. A few hours of soothing escapism cuddled up with a lover may recharge your batteries.

Think before you act, then take responsibility for the act. Although it may be difficult to follow through on dreams that contain little substance in the week ahead, worthy and reasonable goals can be reached.

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Previous puzzle ’s answers

Previous puzzle ’s answers Jumbles: • MONEY • LINER • INWARD • FACING

Answer:

Today a cell phone can do this -- RING IN THE NEW YEAR

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CALENDAR Continued from page 9 bands of Lockdown and Standing Room Only plus refreshments. Sunday August 26 have fun at the petting zoo, take chance on the raffles, refreshments, polka music and local band Harvest Moon. The highlight of the weekend is the uncanny live renditions of the legendary 80’s hair rock bands, Hairbanger’s Ball on Sunday night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.All proceeds benefit children and adults served by Easter Seals Joliet Region. For more information, check us out on Facebook and our website www.joliet.easterseals.com or call 815-730-2052. ATI Foundation Celebration Extravaganza. Outside Harrah’s Casino in downtown Joliet. 2 great events are coming together for one day; Annual 5K Run ATI, and Annual C4K ATI Cruisin-4-Kids Foundation. 5K, motorcycle ride, bike show, food vendors, kids area, various entertainment throughout the day, including the Hat Guys, special guests and surprises. Team Demolition Derby at Route 66 Raceway. 7 p.m. at Route 66 Raceway, 500 Speedway Blvd. Come experience a oneof-a kind event, Team Demolition Derby! Cheer on your favorite team at an action packed Saturday night event. Call and reserve your seats today, before it sells out!

AUGUST 26 Traveling World of Reptiles Show for Kids. 9 and 10:30 a.m. at the Village Christian Church in Minooka. This fun, kid

friendly event for the community is an entertaining and up-close, live, hands-on, experience about reptiles and amphibians from around the world! Adults can attend church service while the kids get to enjoy the show! Childcare will be provided for infants and toddlers. For more information about the Reptile Show or any of the other programs visit the church website at www. thevillagechristianchurch.com or call (815) 467-2265.

AUGUST 29

AUGUST 30

Jobs4Success 2012. 1 to 4 p.m. at the Ballroom of the Renaissance Center, 214 N. Ottawa St. his job fair is co-hosted by Will County, Joliet Junior College Workforce Development, and the Will County Center For Economic Development. If you have any questions, please contact Scott Kettman of the Workforce Services Division of Will County at skettman@willcountyillinois.com or call 815.723.3880.

Family to Family Education Program. 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the NAMI Will-Grundy office, 417 S. Taylor St., 2E, Joliet. NAMI Will Grundy will sponsor the NAMI Family to Family Education Program specifically for families of person diagnosed with a mental illness. The program will run for 12 weeks. The course will cover information about schizophrenia, the mood disorders (bipolar disorder and major depression),

panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder; coping skills such as handling crisis and relapse; basic information about medications; listening and communication techniques; problem-solving skills; recovery and rehabilitation; and selfcare around worry and stress. The NAMI Family –to-Family Education Course is free. For more information or to register, call Joyce MacGirvin 815-2129151.

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Food

GRILLED AHI TUNA SALAD NICOISE Serves 4

1/2 pound slender organic French beans, trimmed 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 medium onions, cut into slices 1/4 inch thick 2 organic red bell peppers, roasted, peeled, stemmed, seeded, and cut into strips 1/4 inch thick 2 organic yellow bell peppers, roasted, peeled, stemmed, seeded, and cut into strips 1/4 inch thick 1-1/2 cups Nicoise Salad Dressing 12 ounces organic fingerling potatoes, boiled and peeled 2 cups assorted cherry tomatoes, cut in halves 4 slices sourdough bread 1 garlic clove, halved and peeled 4 tablespoons fresh, creamy goat cheese, preferably herb-flavored 2 tablespoons store-bought prepared olive tapenade 4 center-cut sushi-grade ahi tuna fillets, each about 6 ounces 4 teaspoons cracked coriander seeds 8 cups (2 quarts) organic mixed baby lettuces, rinsed and patted dry 3/4 cup pitted Nicoise-style olives 2 cage-free eggs, hard-boiled, peeled, and cut lengthwise in quarters 12 oil-packed anchovy fillets, patted dry Prepare a fire in an outdoor grill. Meanwhile, bring a saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil and fill a bowl with ice cubes and

water. Add the beans to the boiling water and cook until tender-crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and immediately submerge in the ice water to cool. Drain, pat dry, transfer to a bowl, drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle with thyme, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss well and set aside. In a saute pan, heat 4 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add the onions and saute, stirring constantly, until caramelized, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. In another bowl, toss together the peppers and 1/4 cup of the dressing. Set aside. Cut the potatoes into 1/4-inch slices. Put in another small bowl, add 1/2 cup dressing, and toss. Set aside. In another bowl, toss the tomatoes with 1/4 cup dressing. Set aside. Brush the bread with some olive oil. Toast on the grill until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Set aside to cool, then rub with the garlic. On each slice, spread 1 tablespoon goat cheese and top with 1 teaspoon tapenade. Brush the tuna with the remaining oil and season with coriander, salt, and pepper. Grill until seared golden brown but still rare in the center, about 1 minute per side. With a sharp knife, cut each fillet crosswise into 1/4-inch slices. In a large mixing bowl, toss the lettuces with 1/2 cup dressing. To serve, mound the lettuce in the centers of 4 serving plates. Arrange small mounds of French beans, onion, bell peppers, potatoes, tomatoes, and olives around the perimeter. Place eggs on top of the peppers and anchovies on the potatoes. Arrange the tuna on the lettuces. Place a slice of toast on each plate.

NICOISE DRESSING Makes about 2-1/2 cups

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons minced shallots 1-1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil Salt Freshly ground black pepper Pinch sugar

lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, garlic and shallots. Whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in the oil to form a thick emulsion. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and sugar. Refrigerate in a covered container. Whisk before use. (c) 2012 WOLFGANG PUCK WORLDWIDE, INC. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE

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Signs point to good season for Joliet golf By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

All signs are pointing to this being the year for Joliet Township golf to make a move for state. With the return of all but one key member of last year’s team, the hopes are high. “Last year we finished real strong,” Joliet coach Ed Larson said. “The sophomores are really stepping up and that is going to be a big key for us. We won conference last year and I don’t see why we can’t do that this year. We’re thinking more than team sectional. We’re thinking team state.” The Steelmen are led by sophomore Trent Wallace, who made it to state a year ago, and senior Devin Boswell, who advanced to sectionals last year. “(Trent’s) been playing well all summer,” Larson said. “He won a couple summer tournaments and his game is just phenomenal right now. He has the whole package.” “I didn’t do really well last year (at state),” Wallace stated. “So, I’m trying to get back there and do better. I have a lot of motivation. If we all play well we can definitely make it to state (as

a team), but we should at least make sectionals.” The depth of the team should be a big help for the team this year. “We have a solid four,” Boswell said. “Last year we didn’t really know who are fourth was going to be from tournament to tournament. This year we even have a solid fifth, so we’re going to be pretty good.We just need to stay out of our own heads and not get too far ahead of ourselves.” Joliet took third place on Aug. 15 at the Plainfield Central Invite at Mistwood Golf Club in Romeoville with a 312. LincolnWay Central won with a 304. “We’ll take that all day long,” Larson said of the total. “That’s a good way to start the season. Putting just killed us today.” “Last year we set a lot of school records,” Boswell said. “We came out this year and started off strong with a 312. Putting a low score like that up there feels good. There is definitely a possibility of breaking 300. Hopefully we can do that a couple times.” Wallace led the way with a one-over par 73. “I lost my ball on 18, so it could have been better,” Wallace said. “I’ve improved a lot. I’ve

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Senior Devin Boswell will be one of the key players for Joliet this season.

been practicing every day over summer.We’re a really good team and everyone played well today, so it shows how good we can be.”

Boswell and Isaiah Smith each shot a 79 and Trevor Brodeur added an 81. Joliet Catholic also competed in the meet and shot a 337. Dyllan

Mattea and Jimmy Chignoli led with an 83, while Brandon Newsome fired an 85, and Nick Lennon had an 86. staylor@buglenewspapers.com

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Sports

Country music superstar Bryan to perform pre-race at Speedway Country music star Luke Bryan will perform a pre-race infield concert on Sunday, September 16, at Chicagoland Speedway as a prelude to the GEICO 400 and the start of the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup. All fans with a race ticket can enjoy the concert from the grandstands, and for the first time ever season ticket holders and fans with pit passes will be able to walk down to the infield to enjoy one of country music’s premier talents. Bryan will also be performing the National

Anthem prior to the GEICO 400 getting underway. The concert will take place from the grass in the tri-oval, which can be accessed through newly-installed crossover gates in the grandstands. Fans can also remain in the infield during driver introductions for an upclose-and-personal experience like never before. For NASCAR fans unable to attend the race, ESPN will carry one song from Bryan’s live performance during NASCAR Countdown (1p.m. ET).

“Adding an artist of Luke Bryan’s caliber and appeal to our GEICO 400 pre-race festivities only increases the excitement that the start of the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup brings,” said Scott Paddock, Chicagoland Speedway president. “By providing our fans access to the infield and an up close and personal look at what is sure to be a remarkable concert performance, we’re confident that we will provide them with an experience that will exceed all expectations.”

PICK VS. PROS Mark Gregory, Bugle Staff Last wk: Truex, Jr. (10th) Total Pts (23 races): 730 Mike Guglielmucci, WJOL Racer’s Forum Last wk: Gordon (28th) Total Pts (23 races): 666 Readers Last wk: Nemechek (36th) Total Pts (23 races): 655 Scott Paddock, Pres., Chicagoland Speedway Last wk: Kenseth (17th) Total Pts (23 races): 631 Scott Taylor, Bugle Staff Last wk: Earnhardt,Jr (4th) Total Pts (23 races): 587

THIS WEEK’S PICK: Carl Edwards

THIS WEEK’S PICK: Kyle Busch THIS WEEK’S PICK: Kevin Harvick

THIS WEEK’S PICK: Brad Keselowski

THIS WEEK’S PICK: Jeff Burton

To make your pick, email the driver’s name, reader’s name and hometown to mark@ buglenewspapers.com. Picks must be made by noon Monday for the following week’s race. One email will be selected at random to represent the readers.

Driver

Pts.

Diff.

1. Greg Biffle

823

2. Matt Kenseth

803

-20

3. D. Earnhardt Jr. 801

-22

4. Jimmie Johnson

795

-28

5. Brad Keselowski 776

-47

6. Martin Truex Jr. 763

-60

7. Clint Bowyer

757

-66

8. Kevin Harvick 738

-85

9. Tony Stewart

728

-95

10. Denny Hamlin

727

-96

11. Kasey Kahne*

694

-129

12. Carl Edwards

689

-134

13. Ryan Newman* 680

-143

14. Kyle Busch

669

-154

15 Paul Menard

665

-158

16. Jeff Gordon

650

-173

17. Marcos Ambrose 639

-184

18. Joey Logano

600

-223

19. Jamie McMurray 571

-252

20. Jeff Burton

-257

566

* - Wild Cards Totals through 23 of 36 races

All fans with a race ticket will be able to see the concert from the grandstands, with the ability to purchase a pit pass for infield access. A special “Luke Bryan Fan Section” package is also available in the grandstands. For more information on the Luke Bryan concert, visit www. ChicagolandSpeedway.com. Chicagoland Speedway is the first race of the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup this September – the first of ten ‘playoff’ style NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races in pursuit of

the 2012 championship. The Dollar General 300 powered by Coca-Cola NASCAR Nationwide Series will kick off the weekend on Saturday, Sept. 15 with the GEICO 400 Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup concluding the weekend on Sunday, Sept. 16. For tickets to the GEICO® 400, the start of the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup, or the Dollar General® 300 powered by Coca-Cola®, visit www. ChicagolandSpeedway.com or call 1-888-629-RACE (7223).

Sports

Isaac among top players in Voyager Media coverage area By Scott Taylor and Mark Gregory

With the football season upon us, there is even more anticipation than normal. That is because the Voyager Media coverage area has a plethora of Division-I recruits hitting the fields on Friday night. Headlining the list is Joliet Catholic running back Ty Isaac, who is headed to the University of Southern California. Isaac, the 6-foot, 3-inch, 217-pounder is the top rated running back in the state and No. 7 in the nation as ranked by ESPN. Isaac rushed for a schoolrecord 2,114 yards and 45 touchdowns last season. “It is huge to have my college picked so I can just focus on JCA and focus on this team,” Isaac said. Isaac is looking for that elusive state title to go with all his stats. “This is it,” he said. “The state won’t let me come back for a fifth year, so I have to win now.” While Isaac had a superb state title game last year, so did Bolingbrook quarterback Aaron Bailey. The University of Illinoisbound quarterback led his team to the school’s first-ever state title. Bailey returns as defending Voyager Media player of the year. In the state final game last season, Bailey ran 34 times for 149 yards and two touchdowns and was 8-for-13 passing for 140 yards as Bolingbrook beat Loyola 21-17. On the season, he ran for 1,973 yards and 30 touchdowns and passed for 1,039 yards and 10 more TDs. Bailey will see a lot of fellow Class of 2013 quarterback Matt Alviti over the next four years, as Alviti committed to play for Northwestern next season. “It is a big relief to not worry about where I am going to school next year,”Alviti said.“The coaching staff is great there, the coaches I like and they run an offense a lot like we run here at Maine South.” There are multiple Division-I recruits in the Southwest Prairie Conference. Plainfield Central’s Bryce

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JCA runningback Ty Isaac is one of the top 10 returning players in the nation.

Douglas is headed to the University of Illinois to follow his father’s footsteps, who played basketball there. “Now I can focus on making my Plainfield Central High School football team better,” Douglas said. “The added stress of trying to go out there and perform my game rather than the team game was probably going to be a big stress for me, my dad was telling me. I’m glad I got that out of the way and we felt we made the right decision. Now I can focus on what I have to do here.” Douglas hopes the Wildcats can get back to the playoffs this year. “We have to take things one game at a time,” he said. “None of us have been to the playoffs. We have to take it one week at a time and not rush anything. If we do that, we can definitely

win a conference championship and go deep in the playoffs.” Romeoville’s Caleb Bailey is another force on the defensive side of the ball and is still looking at colleges to attend. “I’m not worried about it too much,” he said. “Especially since it’s football season, I’m not concerned with it. School hasn’t started yet, so I’m just focused on football.” Instead, Caleb Bailey is focused on his teammates. “We’re taking that underdog mentality,” he said. “We did good on 7-on-7s and we are (ready for the season).” A pair of Northwestern recruits that will join Alviti next year are also hitting the field in the SPC as linemen Blake King from Minooka and Tyler Lancaster from Plainfield East are ready to have big senior seasons.

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Naperbrook offers challenging greens By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

It didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hit me until a couple days after I played Naperbrook Golf Course that the greens were quite challenging. Thinking back on my round, I realized I had a lot of difficult putts up and down slopes. That made me think that the greens are the most unique feature of the course. There might have been even more hills and slopes on the green than what I saw, but I had to deal with them on hole Nos. 1, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18. The course starts with a straightforward hole with a dogleg left at the second hole. Then comes the par-5 third hole that offers quite the challenge. It is a sharp dogleg right with water to the right and in front of the dogleg. Your options are either to keep it left and make it a long three shot hole, or try to hit it over the water and have a chance to reach a fairly tight green in two. Definitely was one of my favorite holes. Both par-3s on the front side (holes 4 and 8) had bunkers guarding them, making them difficult holes. After a short par4 fifth hold and a longer par-4 sixth hole, my favorite hole was up next. The par-5 seventh hole starts off pretty wide and then narrows greatly at the green. There are hazards on both sides of the green with a small fairway in front of the green. This makes it a very difficult hole to reach in two and it is a must to be accurate with your approach shot.

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Holes No. 12 and No. 16 share a single green with two hole locations.

Heading to the back side, the 10th hole is a short par-4 that also narrows a bit toward the green and has water to the right. The 12th hole, a par-3 offers up a double green, where the 16th hole is also shot to. There is a large mound in the middle separating the two holes, making it a unique feature of the course. The 13th hole is a scenic hole that offers up a difficult approach and water to the left. The 14th hole is a par-5 that has a lot of room to the right, but to the left is easy to hit it over the fence and out of bounds. There

is a large green up at the hole. Next is the longest par-3 on the course with a bunker in front of the green, and then there is the difficult driving hole, which is the par-4 16th. There are a pair of fairway bunkers blocking a straight drive, and there is water to the right as the fairway bends to the left. Despite it not being long, it is difficult. The 17th is a short par-4 and definitely a birdie hole and is followed by a par-5 to finish, which can also be birdied. The main entrance and parking lot is on the left and can be hit, which

is also out of bounds. There is room to the right, but with the dogleg left, it makes it a much longer hole. The green is uphill and has sharp contours. The more I think of the course, the more I like it. It is a fun course to play and not overly challenging. However, it does give you a good test on the green, especially when you hit the wrong places. The more you play the course though, the more you can probably avoid the hilly parts of the green. As was the case with the other courses I reviewed, it was in

great shape, despite the lack of rain. The price point isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bad for it being in Naperville, but at $54 with a car during the week, it could probably be a few dollars cheaper. The main problem I had was that it was 90 degrees outside and there was no beverage cart. Maybe it was because it was in the morning, but there should be more access to fluids, whether it be more coolers or a beverage cart. All in all it was a very nice course and one I would play again. staylor@buglenewspapers.com

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Business & Real Estate

THE BUGLE/SENTINEL AUGUST 22, 2012

Clipping out coupons: a waste of time today? Dear Dave, Is it worth the time and effort to use coupons, or are they just a waste of time and a ploy to get you to buy things? Tammy Dear Tammy, Coupons are definitely a ploy to entice you to buy something you may not have purchased otherwise. But that doesn’t mean they’re bad things. The practical and sensible application of coupons can definitely help you save money. The main things to watch out for when using coupons are overbuying and spending your money on things you don’t really need. Seriously, you don’t need to hit Sam’s or Costco and walk out with nine gallons of mustard. I’ve even heard of people buying things they know they don’t like just because it was on sale or they had a coupon. I mean, how dumb is that? I guess there is a time factor involved in collecting coupons, especially if you still like to clip them from the newspapers or flyers that come in the mail. Plenty of folks still do that every

week. I think online coupons are a lot easier to search for and save though.There’s a company I love called eMeals that will work with you to plan recipes and also give you information on coupons and sales in your area to make the meals. I’m definitely not anti-coupon, but at the same time couponing alone won’t change your family tree. It’s like any other tool. If used in a smart way, it can help you save money. And that’s not a bad thing! —Dave

Birthday money is a last resort Dear Dave, What’s the best way to save or use money given to a baby as a birthday present? Ron Dear Ron, I think it depends on your financial situation along with your plans and goals. If you’re at a place where you can’t afford necessities, then there’s absolutely nothing wrong with using birthday money for food, diapers or clothes. That’s not a fun answer, but sometimes you have to do whatever it takes to properly care for your family. If money isn’t a big issue

though, you’re left with figuring out a plan. In our case, we invested lots of it toward their college funds. Then we taught them to save for other things themselves. For instance, we didn’t buy any of our kids their first cars. But we did agree to match whatever they saved when it came to this purchase. There’s also nothing wrong with just setting up a simple savings account and watching it grow. As they get older, you can involve them in the process and begin to teach them about the three uses for money: spending, saving and giving. And if you start something like this when they’re really little, chances are they’ll already have a nice pile of money already stashed away when they become old enough for those teachable moments. The point is to have a plan. Once you have a definite idea in mind, it’s a lot easier to achieve the goal! —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 BUGLE/SENTINEL AUGUST 22, 2012

end of a tunnel may be in the hands of a true friend. You may be successful this week by acting independently, but people with whom you have bonds of affection support your efforts.

makes you bounce off the walls. You yearn for something more romantic this week. You might be offered invitations that hold mystery or the promise of power.

THE BUGLE/SENTINEL AUGUST 22, 2012

Across 1 Altar constellation 4 Picked locks? 8 Where to see Goyas 13 Translating computer program 15 Had pizza delivered, say 16 Rikishi’s contest 18 Vice __ 19 DFW airport home 20 Lei presenter 22 Bit for the dog bowl 23 Tapped-out character 24 Popping up all over 25 Plaintive wind, perhaps 26 First-year law student 28 City known as the political capital of Africa 30 Battlefield display 32 King’s problem in “The King’s Speech” 33 Polo Grounds

Down #4 34 Place to see bull horns 35 Reorganize, and then some 39 Thrill 43 Pacific Northwest cedar monuments 45 NYC neighborhood 46 Make __ dash 47 Scandinavian saint 48 Rascal 49 Like Gen. McChrystal 50 Quite soon 52 Bearded beast 53 What a case may go to 55 The three in this grid are a hint to the starts of 16-, 28- and 43-Across 58 Gravy no-no 59 Billie Holiday’s real first name 60 El primer mes 61 Houston MLBer 62 “Just kidding!”

MEDIA

You know how to hum in perfect harmony. You may anticipate the needs and wishes of those in authority, Working conditions and health matters can take a turn for the better in the upcoming week.

The tried and true can be trusted. Don’t jump out of the frying pan and into the fire where money or love is concerned. Adjust to new situations without losing stability in the week to come.

You do not need to hide your light under the cloak of restraint. In the upcoming week, you can find ways to communicate freely with others. This clears the way to express your creative talents.

Adopting a self-reliant attitude is your best avenue for success. Romantic dreams may occupy your time this week. A few hours of soothing escapism cuddled up with a lover may recharge your batteries.

SUDOKU

Previous puzzle ’s answers

Jumbles: • MONEY • LINER • INWARD • FACING

Answer:

Today a cell phone can do this -- RING IN THE NEW YEAR

TOP POP ALBUMS August 5 through August 11 TITLE

God Forgives, I Don’t Uncaged Believe Up All Night Number Ones Life is Good Kidz Bop 22 21 Overexposed The soul Sessions, Vol.2

TOP DVD RENTALS August 5 through August 11

TOP COUNTRY ALBUMS August 5 through August 11 ARTIST

Rick Ross Zac Brown Band Justin Bieber One Direction Bee Gees Nas Kidz Bop Kids Adele Maroon 5 Joss Stone

TITLE

Uncaged A Thousand Miles Left Behind

Welcome to the Fishbowl Tailgates & Tanlines Blown Away Chief My Kinda Party Hunter Hayes Now That’s What I Call Country

Tuskegee

ARTIST

Zac Brown Band Gloriana Kenny Chesney Luke Bryan Carrie Underwood Eric Church Jason Aldean Hunter Hayes Various Artists Lionel Richie

TITLE

21 Jump Street The Hunger Games American Reunion The Three Stooges Mirror Mirror Wrath of the Titans Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows

Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance Project X

LABEL

MGM Lionsgate Universal Pictures 20th Century Fox Relativity Media Warner Bros. Universal Pictures Warner Bros. Sony Pictures Silver Pictures

THE BUGLE/SENTINEL AUGUST 22, 2012