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Joliet begins redrawing City Council districts By Stewart Warren For the Bugle

‘We’re not gonna take it, anymore’ Will County members of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (above) rally in front of the Will County Courthouse and prepare to march to the County Building to protest that they have worked for a year without a contract. AFSCME District Council member Roberta Lynch (right) talks to the Will County members after the march. For a story and more photos on the protest, turn to Page 4. Photos by John Patsch

The city of Joliet has begun redistricting. That is the process of redrawing the electoral boundaries, and it sometimes is called reapportionment. By law, the city and other municipalities are required to do it every 10 years after the census, and it’s meant to address shifts in population to maintain fairness during elections. During the process, staff and elected officials consider the boundaries of the five City Council districts. By law, those districts must be compact and contiguous, and the population of each district must be about the same.“Communities of interest” – meaning groups of people who have common interests such as farmers or minorities – must be kept together.The boundaries can’t be redrawn to give one politician an advantage over another or to protect an incumbent. Although the elected officials and staff do much of the work, the public’s input is an important part of the process. See LINES, page 3

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LINES Continued from page 1 Joliet’s population is 147, 433, City Manager Tom Thanas said during the Council’s workshop meeting on Aug. 19. So each newly drawn district must have a population of about 29,500. As Thanas spoke, a proposed version of the new district map was displayed on a large screen inside council chambers. District 2 Councilman Bob O’DeKirk noted that the map was significantly different from one that he had seen before the meeting. “There are areas that were in (my district) that are out now,” O’DeKirk said. District 2 includes some parts of Joliet’s near West side and features the historic and politically powerful Cathedral Area neighborhood. Mayor Tom Giarrante also noted he had seen a different version of the proposed map. Thanas talked briefly about the process saying that it had to be completed by the end of the year, well in advance of the 2015 City Council election. He suggested the work should be done by Nov. 1 Councilman Jim McFarland asked if the council’s Legislative and Land Use committees could consider the maps, and the other City Council members agreed to the idea. He also suggested the public be given plenty of time to study the proposed map before the council members voted on it, and the rest of the group agreed. “There is no use to rush this,” the mayor said. After the meeting,Thanas said staff would meet with O’DeKirk to answer his questions about the proposed map before the document was released for the public’s review. The proposed new map is not much different from the current map,Thanas said. “It is similar in general shape and geographic area. It basically adjusted subdivisions along the boundary line so we could balance the districts,” Thanas said. The council’s Legislative Committee was expected to review the map at its Aug. 26 meeting.

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Cross to step down from House leadership to run for state treasurer finances. “For 11 years, he has been involved in (state) budget negotiations; he knows how the state works,” said Hassert, now a lobbyist.“He understands the dollars. And he knows the whole state and the dynamics with the City of Chicago, downstate and the suburbs.” Hassert said it was nothing for Cross, as Minority Leader, to hop in the car and spend two or three days in another part of the state helping fellow party members with tough issues. And the accomplishments he is most proud of during his 20 years in the House include spearheading ethics and pension reform, and of being a staunch proponent of diabetes-related issues, including a bill recently signed by the governor that will help fund diabetes research. Cross’ daughter has Type 1 Diabetes.

By Nick Reiher Managing Editor

Tom Cross shocked a lot of people when they learned recently that not only would he be stepping down as Illinois House Minority Leader after 11 years, but he planned to run for Illinois Treasurer instead of another term in the House, where he has served for 20 years. That’s because very few people were supposed to know yet. Cross let the Illinois Republican Caucus know of his plans Wednesday, Aug. 21, so they could start planning for a new House leader. Somebody decided to toss away protocol and let it slip in advance of Cross’ official announcement sometime after Labor Day. Rumors have been out for months that Cross, an attorney first elected to the House in 1993, was interested in statewide office. Initially, the rumor was he was interested in running for Attorney General.That may have gone out the window when popular incumbent Democrat Lisa Madigan decided to stay put and not run for governor. The Oswego Republican who recently turned 55 said the office of state treasurer is what he wants, especially since incumbent Republican Dan Rutherford has announced his run for governor. “As I talked to people, whether it was at church, the gas station or my office, the issues were the same: high taxes and the state pensions,” he said.“I think I can have more impact as a financial watchdog.”

20 years in House Cross said he loved his 20 years in the

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House. After he succeeded Lee Daniels as House Minority Leader in 2002, he has been credited with making the state business more inclusive for the party. Make that both parties. “I enjoyed working with (former Democratic state Sen.) A.J. Wilhelmi and (state Sen.) Linda Holmes,” Cross said.“I never minded reaching across the aisle to get things done.” Former state Rep. Brent Hassert represented Plainfield before Cross and also served as Cross’ deputy leader for several years. He said there is no one more qualified than Cross to keep an eye on the state’s

Asked if he was worn down by Democrats’ overwhelming control of the state House and Senate, Cross said he was tired of reason falling on deaf ears. He believes that as treasurer, he can do more to get state officials to listen to reason. Hassert agreed.“As treasurer, he would be one of only a handful of constitutional officers. He could weigh in on a lot of different financial issues.” Cross said that’s the only reason he would consider leaving the House and the constituents he serves in the 84th District. “Sure, I could lose (the treasurer’s race),” he said.“But sometimes I think you have to take chances to make the world better.”

Second man found guilty in Lois Place murder A Joliet man has been convicted of murder in connection with the shooting death of a man inside the Lois Place apartment complex in 2009. A jury deliberated for roughly six hours before finding Jesus Zambrano, 23, guilty of one count of first-degree murder for the killing of Robert Gooch on May 22, 2009. The jury reached its verdict on Tuesday evening. Another man, Pedro Sanchez, also of Joliet, already has been convicted of first-degree murder in connection with this shooting and is serving a 61-year prison sentence. Zambrano faces between 35 and 75 years in prison when he is sentenced by Circuit Judge Amy Bertani-Tomczak

on Oct. 23. He is eligible for an enhanced sentence because the state proved he was armed with a firearm during the commission of this murder. Zambrano and Sanchez confronted Gooch at the apartment of Gooch’s girlfriend, Ellissa Hinton, according to trial testimony. Hinton testified she was having sex occasionally with Sanchez, but that she wouldn’t allow their relationship to go further by leaving Gooch. Hinton testified she and Gooch had watched the NBA playoffs and had gone to bed on the night of the murder. Later that evening, Gooch answered the apartment’s buzzer while she remained in the bedroom. She testified she heard Sanchez’s voice in

the living room and someone saying “my girl” just before she heard a single gunshot. She went to the living room to find Gooch lying on the floor bleeding from the head. An autopsy later revealed Gooch died from a gunshot wound to the back of the head. Gooch’s two young children were sleeping on a sofa bed in the living room at the time of the murder. “In a despicable act of brutality,Zambrano and Sanchez gunned down an unarmed man while his two children were sleeping in the same room,” said State’s Attorney James Glasgow. “Thanks to a firstrate investigation by the Joliet Police Department and topnotch trial work by two fine prosecutors, it will be a long

time before Jesus Zambrano can even begin to think about walking our streets.” Assistant State’s Attorneys Dan Walsh and Tricia McKenna entered into evidence security tapes from the apartment complex showing Zambrano and Sanchez arriving at the parking lot in the Sanchez’s car, getting out of the vehicle and then returning to the car before driving away. A witness testified he saw Zambrano retrieve an object from under the hood of Sanchez’s car before the two entered the apartment complex. Zambrano and Sanchez were caught on video running from the building after Gooch was shot.

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‘Not gonna take it’ Will County union workers march for fair pay, benefits after year without contract By Stewart Warren For Voyager Media

Kathy Henderson stood on her tip-toes, trying to get closer to the microphone. The petite blonde couldn’t reach it. The podium was too tall. She was feeling really nervous. There were hundreds of people in front of her, many of them fellow members of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 1028. They had come late Thursday afternoon to the parking lot of the Will County Office Building, 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet, to protest the fact that they had spent the past year working without a contract. Now it was time to address the crowd. Leaning forward, she began her story:

For the past 10 years, Henderson has worked in the Will County Circuit Court Clerk’s office, handling legal files and helping the public. Despite a decade of service, she doesn’t make much money. Now county officials wanted to increase the cost of employees’ medical insurance despite the fact that AFSCME workers hadn’t had a cost-of-living raise in four years. “We do the hard, thankless jobs that make Will County work,” Henderson said.“I struggle every day to make ends meet.” And then she made the crowd roar: “Our choice is clear: We either take what the county wants to give us, or we can fight back,” Henderson said. Wearing emerald-green T-shirts proclaiming, “Will County Strong – AFSCME 1028,” the

group began gathering before 4:45 p.m. Thursday outside the Will County Courthouse, 14 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Most of them carried matching signs declaring their cause, and they chanted loudly while waiting for the march to begin at 5:30 p.m. “Who are we?” a large man bellowed. “We’re AFSCME!” “What do we want?” he screamed. “A fair contract!” When the Joliet police officers blocked traffic, they began marching through Chicago Street. The crowd was huge, yet orderly. At one point, the mass of people stretched from Jefferson Street north to the main branch of the Joliet Public Library. “Hey, honk your horn!” they yelled to the drivers of cars idling nearby. And when one

motorist made his horn blare, they all screamed. When they arrived at the Will County Office Building, Twisted Sister’s “We’re Not Gonna Take It,” was playing on a loudspeaker system as the AFSCME workers and their supporters gathered around the stage. Dave Delrose, the union’s local president and a counselor at the Will County Health Department, was the first to speak, explaining he would have to ad lib because his notes had disappeared somewhere on Chicago Street. “We are here to stand next to each other and say that any harm that is done to any one of us is done to all of us,” Delrose said. He introduced the local leaders who were there, including Will County Board members Reed Bible, D-Plainfield, and Mark Ferry, D-Plainfield, and Joliet city

councilmen Bob O’DeKirk and Larry Hug. Near the end of the rally, Joanne Crowder of Joliet, a registered nurse who works at Sunny Hill Nursing Home, spoke while Kahlia Crowder, her young daughter, stood at her side. The nursing home’s workers truly deserved more money, Crowder said. They cared for the county’s elderly residents, often reaching into their own pockets to buy necessities for them. “The pay is so low that some of our employees qualify for public assistance, like food stamps,” Crowder said. After the rally, Delrose said the union’s representatives were meeting Aug. 23 with a federal mediator and county leaders. “This will hopefully be our kick-off for a fair settlement,” Delrose said.

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Will County AFSCME members led by Henry Bayer, former director of AFSCME Council No. 31, Dave Delrose AFSCME Local No. 1028 and Roberta Lynch, State AFSCME council, march to the Will County Building.

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New website a one-stop resource for those in need By Nick Reiher Managing Editor

When you’re overwhelmed and looking for help, the last thing you need is to be overwhelmed by how and where to look. Representatives from Will County, health professional and dozens of social service agencies in Will and Grundy counties on Aug. 23 launched a new website, www. willfinduhelp.org, that serves as a one-stop shop for those seeking many different kinds of help and don’t know where to go. Managed by Crisis Line of Will County, the website can serve as a search engine, where those in need can enter a word or phrase such as “seniors” or “mental health” and get a local listing of agencies available to help. There is even a way to translate the information into one of dozens of languages, said Michele Batara, Crisis Line

“Our priority lies with assisting people who are in immediate crisis. This … will help us maintain a high level of personal service, while making other information available to our residents when they need it.” Michele Batara, Crisis Line director

director. “This website will offer another avenue of sharing important information with our residents,” Batara said. “Our priority lies with assisting people who are in immediate crisis. This … will help us maintain a high level of personal service, while making other information available to our residents when they need it.” The website was borne out of years of research by some 60 agencies in the community through the Will County MAPP (Mobilizing Action through Planning and Partnerships). At the kickoff event, John Cicero,

Will County Health Department director, said the county is required to update its resource plan every five years. They found from a community survey several years ago that many people didn’t know what resources were available to them. Crisis Line may be most noted for suicide prevention, but the volunteers from the local agency in 2012 helped refer 50,000 callers with many types of needs, including financial, medical substance abuse, shelter and food. That has been the case since Crisis Line of Will County, which also serves Grundy, took

its first call on Aug. 26, 1976, Batara said.The tough economy drove many of those calls then as it does now, she added. The website is set up to be interactive so that agencies can add themselves to the site, or update the information already on there.They can add calendars of upcoming events, and any other pertinent information to get out to the public. All entries

will be screened before they are posted on the site to make sure they are accurate and appropriate. Cicero said the website is the culmination of a lot of work by a lot of people. But he and others said they will continue to work to improve it toward the ultimate goal: “A better quality of life for our residents.”

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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.

Police Blotter

Ronnie D. Unger, 43, 1114 Woodruff, was arrested at 3:58 p.m. August 18 at 2524 W. Jefferson for Retail Theft.

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Ashley M. Mau, 18, 924 Summit, was arrested at 4:30 p.m. August 18 at 2424 W. Jefferson for Theft.

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Ross J. Frankovich, 26, 1701 Barthelone Ave., Crest Hill, was arrested at 7:59 p.m. August 18 at 2101 W. Jefferson for Criminal Trespass to Real Property.

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A 14-year-old was arrested at 7:07 p.m. August 18 at 817 Cochrane for Domestic Battery.

Joseph W. Disylvester, 30, 1644 Briarcliff, Wheaton, was arrested at 3:48 a.m. August 18 at 777 Hollywood for Battery.

Bluff for Domestic Battery.

Tony Johnson, 47, 202 N. Center, was arrested at 9:23 p.m. August 18 at 202 N. Center for Domestic Battery.

and Amanda Cardoza, 23, 1 N.E. Circle Drive, were arrested at 11:23 p.m. August 19 at 301 N. Bluff for Criminal Trespass to Real Property. Cardoza also faces charges of Possession of Drug Equipment and Possession of Cannabis.

Rafael N. Navarro, 42, 900 Collins, was arrested at 11:55 a.m. August 18 on Collins and Catalpa for Disorderly Conduct.

A 16-year-old was arrested at 7:36 p.m. August 19 on Fairview and Rosalind for Criminal Trespass to Motor Vehicle.

William E. Austin, 62, 60 W. Marion St., was arrested at 5:30 p.m. August 20 on Marion and Joliet for Dog at Large.

A 16-year-old was arrested at 8:43 p.m. August 18 on the 300 Block of Richards for Possession of Tobacco by a Minor.

J. Medina, 29, 360 E. 13 Joshua Washington, was arrested at 9:30 a.m. August 19 at 2900 W. Jefferson for Criminal Trespass to State Supported Land and Resisting a Police Officer.

Kevin T. Leroy, 43, 2217 Dalewood Court, Plainfield, was arrested at 8:28 p.m. August 18 at that address for Unlawful Restraint, Domestic Battery, Criminal Damage to Property and Interfering with Reporting Domestic Violence.

Daireonte O. Lesley, 18, 1413 Cornflower Drive, was arrested at 9:52 p.m. August 19 at 1100 Charlesworth for Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm, Possession of a Stolen Firearm, Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition and No FOID card.

Devonte S. Nash, 19, 132 Fairmont Ave., Lockport,

J. Kemp, 18, 910 14 Dierdre Lilac Lane, was arrested at 12:16 p.m. August 19 at that address for Disorderly Conduct. Maurice P. Yarbrough, 28, 7421 SkimbarkAve.,Chicago, was arrested at 7:44 p.m. on the 500 Block of North Hickory for Possession of Cannabis.

A. Leal, 35, 903 West 16 Jose Park Drive, was arrested at 4:28 p.m. August 19 at that address for Dog Running At Large. He later also was charged for having Vicious Dogs. Paula K. Luckey, 53, 362 N. Broadway, was arrested at 8:32 p.m. August 19 at 401 N.

Adrienne Cole,39,306 Louis Road, was arrested at 10:41 p.m.August 20 on 3rd and Union for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Resisting and Obstructing a Police Officer.

Vanessa Madrigal, 28, 1714 Winger, Plainfield, was arrested at 7:23 p.m. August 20 at that address for Barking Dog.

Ronald F. Cauko, 65, 324 Illinois St., was arrested at 10:17 a.m.August 20 65 N. Ottawa for Liquor on a Public Way.

H. Gillian, 37, 57 22 Gwen Wallace, was arrested at 2:16 p.m. August 20 on Van Buren and Chicago for Liquor on a Public Way.

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was arrested at 10:49 a.m.August 20 at 2701 Plainfield for Criminal Damage to Property. Charles K. Bailey, 60, 604 Water, was arrested at 8:15 a.m.August 20 on the 2200 Block of Oneida for Possession of a Controlled Substance.

William S. Wright, 57, 22464 Cannock Chase, was arrested at 8:15 a.m. August 20 on the 2200 Block of Oneida for Possession of a Controlled Substance.

Guzman, 40, 413 28 Manuel Garnsey Ave., was arrested at 12:22 a.m. August 20 on Jefferson and Stryker for DUIAlcohol. Jessie M. Wing, 23, 217 Earl Ave., was arrested at 12:36 p.m.August 21 at that address for Disorderly Conduct.

Marcus T. Alexander, 29, 413 Oneida, was arrested at 8:28 p.m. August 20 at 426 E. Jackson for Aggravated Domestic Battery. Brandon L. Shaw, 26, 1405 Brown Ave., was arrested at 8:37 p.m. August 20 at Arthur and Juniper for Manufacturing and Delivering Cannabis.

A 16-year-old was arrested at 8:41 p.m. August 21 at 100 S. Boulder for Possession of Cannabis and Resisting and Obstructing a Police Officer.

Clark W. Cooper, 24, 3327 Legacy Drive, Lockport,

McCullum, 30 Christopher 24, 323 Dellwood Ave., Lockport, was arrested at 2:29 a.m. August 21 at 1529 Englewood for Criminal Trespass to a Residence and Battery.

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arrested at 7:03 p.m.August 21 at 120 S. Larkin for Burglary, Retail Theft and Possession of Drug Equipment. A 16 year-old was arrested at 7:20 p.m. August 22 at 1214 Wilcox for Domestic Battery.

Barry K.Thompson, 57, 102 Stryker Ave., was arrested at 11:37 p.m. August 22 on 4th and Chicago for Possession of Cannabis.

Donald J. Comeau, 35, 415 Hebbard St., was arrested at 9:09 p.m. August 22 at 110 N. Ottawa for Liquor on a Public Way.

Romaine M. Heath, 61, 350 E.Washington, was arrested at 2:17 p.m. August 22 on Larkin and McDonough for Soliciting Contributions.

Jennifer Gibson, 31, 1209 John St., was arrested at 9:03 p.m. August 22 at that address for Negligent Control of Animal.

James L. Mack, Jr., 39, 527 N. Briggs, was arrested at 8:56 a.m. August 22 at 311 N. Ottawa for Criminal Trespass to State Supported Land.

Jason T. Meyer, 34, 1416 Colorado Ave., was arrested at 2:13 a.m. August 22 at 1416 Colorado for Possession of a Controlled Substance.

James J. Meredith, 28, 527 W. 14th Place, Chicago, was

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County partners with Lewis for emergency training In an effort to enhance emergency preparedness, officials from Lewis University teamed up with members of the Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), the Will County Health Department, and the Village of Romeoville in a functional exercise held Aug. 14 at the Romeoville Emergency Management Agency’s Operations Center. Participants in the exercise were from several Lewis University departments including administration, student services, health services, campus police, facilities and public information. Supporting municipal agencies included the Romeoville EMA, Fire, and Police departments and the Lockport Fire Department. Deon Pillard, chief deputy director of the Will County EMA, was responsible for designing and implementing this exercise which evaluated campus personnel’s emergency response capabilities. “Lewis’ campus emergency planning team gave an exemplary performance during this drill,” Pillard said. “The exercise

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Officials from Lewis University partnered with the Village of Romeoville and members of the Will County Emergency Management Agency and the Will County Health Department in an emergency preparedness drill on Aug. 14 at the Romeoville Emergency Management Agency’s Operations Center.

simulation team presented a variety of potential scenarios that can, and often do, occur in an emergency event and the Lewis team handled each scenario with professionalism and efficiency.” More than 80 inject messages

were delivered to the simulated Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during the exercise. Each message required special action by one of more of the participants during the exercise. “I was impressed with the

effective communication amongst the players in this exercise,” Pillard said. “The Lewis team worked well together in identifying which department was best equipped to handle which scenario and successfully completed the

necessary actions. And, what’s even more impressive is how well they handled the given scenarios presented to them;they were tough scenarios and the team certainly delivered. Their emergency plans are in order and they proved that with each scenario.” Joe Falese, senior vice president of student services at Lewis University, said the emergency training exercise was beneficial for all players. He said the relationship between the university and the Will County EMA is an important part of the institution’s emergency preparedness program. “Lewis’ participation in this functional exercise was tremendously valuable,” Falese said. “This exercise reaffirmed that Lewis’ plans are on track and we also learned areas where we can improve. “Preparation drills like this are critical in the business of education,” he added. “We are responsible for providing quality education in a safe and secure environment. With a student population of 6,700, we take this responsibility very seriously.”

Peoria Charters moving to Joliet for daily airport trips Peoria Charter Coach announced that its five daily shuttles from the Louis Joliet Mall parking lot will move to Joliet’s new Multimodal Transportation Center at Union Station in downtown Joliet. The company has offered

airport shuttles for the past 20 years to and from Midway Airport and O’Hare International Airport, and shuttles will now be available to and from both airports from downtown Joliet. Peoria Charter will also provide bus service to Pontiac, Normal (Illinois State University), and Peoria from downtown Joliet. The reason for the move is the customer demand for overnight parking, city officials say. Joliet’s new transportation center offers

$1 per day parking and includes overnight, long-term parking at the same daily rate.Tickets for the shuttles may be purchased online at www.peoriacharter.com and the fare to either airport is $26. Parking payments can be made with cash or credit card at the new transportation center parking lot on South Chicago Street, just south of the elevated railroad tracks by Union Station. Peoria Charter Coach is headquartered in Peoria, Illinois

and has a fleet of 60 motor coaches. It was founded in 1941, when Walt Winkler sold his family’s car and bought a bus to transport Caterpillar factory workers during the gas rationing of World War II. Today, the company transports 470,000 people annually and is under the direction of the third generation. “Peoria Charter’s stop at the new transportation center in downtown Joliet validates the

major investment that the State of Illinois, the City of Joliet, and other agencies and railroad companies have made in the new transportation center,” Thanas said. “The new transportation center is well on its way to becoming a true multi-modal facility that links Joliet area residents to the rest of the world through one center. Joliet will become the major transportation hub for the southwest suburbs.”

Calendar Aug. 29 Concerts on the Hill. The grande finale of the “Concerts on the Hill” series begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park.The concert will feature Joliet Township High School Orchestra and the Joliet American Legion Band. Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Free parking. For more information call 815-724-3760.

Aug. 30 Rialto Theatre Summer Tours. The final summer tours for the Rialto Square Theatre begin at 10 a.m. and noon with an organ concert beginning at 11 a.m. For more information about the daily tours and organ concerts, please contact the Rialto box office at 815-7266600. Springfield 101. State Senators Mike Conley and Darlene Singer are coming to Monarch Landing to talk about politics with the people.The event, which begins at 2 p.m., will explain in simple terms the legislation process. All are welcome. Please call 630-3001033 by Aug. 28 to reserve your spot.

Aug. 31 Slammers Stadium Tours. The final tour of Silver Cross Field is open to the public from 1 to 3 p.m. visitors get the chance to see what happens behind the scenes of Silver Cross Field. For more information call 815-722-2287.

Sept. 6 Arts and Crafts. The Joshua Arms Residence will host an arts, crafts, and baked goods sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.The sale will feature paintings, handmade jewelry and other items. For more information call 815-7276401.

Sept. 7 Pancake breakfast. The Inn at Willow Falls will host a pancake breakfast to help raise funds for their annual Memory Walk team, an effort to raise awareness for Alzheimer’s.The breakfast, from 8 to 11 a.m., will be held in the recreation center at 1691 Willow Circle Drive in Crest Hill.The breakfast is open to the public.Tickets are $5 per person if bought ahead of time, or $6 if bought on the day of the event. Children under three eat for free. For more information call 815-725-5868.

ONGOING EVENTS Girls night out shopping. Lodging Packages is offering a shopping trip worth remembering with the help of TownePlace Suites Joliet at the Marriott Towneplace Suites Joliet, 1515 Riverboat Center Dr., Joliet.This special offer includes a $25 Visa gift card,TownePlace Suite Recyclable tote bag, overnight accommodations in a spacious king suite, and complimentary “Morning Break” breakfast. For more information call 815-7412400. The Soaring Achievements of John C. Houbolt. Visit this state of the art exhibit celebrating the historic 1969 moon landing and honoring the former Joliet resident and supporter of the lunar orbit rendezvous concept, John C. Houbolt. Call the Joliet Area Historical Museum at 815-7235201 or visit jolietmuseum.org.

ONGOING CHILDREN Challenge Fitness Offers Kid’s Kourt Childcare Center. Challenge Fitness, 2021 S. Lawrence Ave., in Lockport is offering Kid’s Kourt Childcare Center - the perfect place to leave your children while you work out at Challenge Fitness. Our childcare center is equipped for children 6 months to 12yrs and is available for members using the facility or enrolled in any adult Park District class held at Challenge Fitness. Hours are: Mon-Sat, 8am-1pm; Mon-Thurs 4pm8:30pm; Members- $6.67/mo., or $2.50 per hr per child.To register or for more information, call 815-838-3621, ext. 0, or visit HYPERLINK “http:// www.lockportpark.org” www. lockportpark.org Lapsit (Birth-24 months). 9:15, 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday, 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Saturdays, Joliet Public Library, Black Road Branch, 3395 Black Road. Caregivers and babies will enjoy playing games, singing songs, reading stories and chasing bubbles. This is a great first playgroup for children and a great opportunity to meet other caregivers 815-846-6500 Curious Little Monkeys Play Group (Birth to 36 months). 10:15 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Joliet Public Library, 150 N. Ottawa St.This parentchild play experience combines

elements of traditional lapsit with an additional half hour of theme-related free play experiences. 815-740-2660 Toddler Time (Ages 18 months to 3 years). 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Mondays and 9:45, 10:45 and 11:45 a.m. Wednesdays, Joliet Public Library, Black Road Branch, 3395 Black Road.; 9:45 a.m.Thursdays, Joliet Public Library, 150 N. Ottawa St.Toddler time is a story program for children who are “too big” for lapsit and are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, games, songs, movement activities and a simple craft. 815-846-6500/815740-2660 Monday Fun Day. 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Mondays, Dellwood Park, 1911 Lawrence Ave., Lockport. Children enjoy playing, learning and socializing with music, games and crafts. Fee: $91 Lockport Township Park District resident/$101 non-resident. For more info., visit HYPERLINK “http:// www.lockportpark.org” www. lockportpark.org or call 815838-3621, ext. 0. Preschool Storytime (ages 3 to 5). 1 p.m. Mondays, 6:30 p.m.Tuesdays, Joliet Public Library, Black Road Branch, 3395 Black Road; 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.Thursdays, and 6:30 p.m.Tuesdays (Spanish language storytime), Joliet Public Library, 150 N. Ottawa St. Storytime is a chance for children to explore the world of books through stories, songs and crafts. Each week begins with a special visit by our puppet mascot “Jamberry” Bear, and finishes with each child marching and playing an instrument in the library’s very own storytime parade. 815-8466500/815-740-2660 Fun with Friends. 9:15 to 11:15 a.m.Tuesdays, Dellwood Park, 1911 Lawrence Ave., Lockport. Classes help your child develop social skills while learning numbers, colors, shapes and more. Fee: $61 Lockport Township Park District resident/$71 non-resident. For more info., visit HYPERLINK “http://www.lockportpark.org” www.lockportpark.org or call 815-838-3621, ext. 0. See CALENDAR, page 10

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resident/$101 non-resident. For more info., visit HYPERLINK “http://www.lockportpark.org” www.lockportpark.org or call 815-838-3621, ext. 0

at 6 p.m. and regular games at 7 p.m. 48 Meadow Ave. in Rockdale. 815-729-3201 or Lion Steve at 815-791-8282 or Lion Wayne at 708-341-4433.

Eating the Alphabet. 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.Tuesdays, Dellwood Park, 1911 Lawrence Ave., Lockport. Participants learn letters, phonetics and some math as they help prepare and eat related foods. Fee: $41 Lockport Township Park District resident/$51 non-resident. For more info., visit http:// www.lockportpark.org www. lockportpark.org or call 815838-3621, ext. 0.

Family Float Nights. Challenge Fitness Pool, 2021 S. Lawrence Ave., is hosting Family Float Nights every Friday from 6-8 p.m. Spend your evening at the pool. Games and activities for the whole family to enjoy, general admission applies. For more information, visit HYPERLINK “http:// www.lockportpark.org” www. lockportpark.org or call 815838-3621, ext. 0.

All by Myself. 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. to noon, Dellwood Park, 1911 Lawrence Ave., Lockport. Kids will meet new friends and play in a learning based environment. Fee: $47 Lockport Township Park District resident/$57 non-resident. For more info., visit HYPERLINK “http:// www.lockportpark.org” www. lockportpark.org or call 815838-3621, ext. 0.

Joliet Jewish Congregation Religious/Hebrew School. Children’s classes meet every Sunday at synagogue at 10:00am. Please call the office for details on joining our religious or Hebrew educational classes; 815-741-4600.

WomenHeart Support Group. 6 to 8 p.m. second Thursday of month in the Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center, Conference Room A, 333 N. Madison St., Joliet. HYPERLINK “http://www. womenheart.org/”WomenHeart of Joliet is here 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,call Michele at (815) 703-4142.

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2 Much Fun. 9:15 to 10:30 a.m.Thursdays, Volz Fieldhouse, Dellwood Park, 1911 Lawrence Ave., Lockport. Experience learning fun with your child as you play and make a letter related craft. Fee: $39 Lockport Township Park District resident/$49 non-resident. For more info., visit HYPERLINK “http://www.lockportpark.org” www.lockportpark.org or call 815-838-3621, ext. 0 Bingo. 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Joliet Main Library, 150 N. Ottawa St., Joliet.Drop by the library for a few games of Bingo. Children of all ages welcome. No registration required. For more information, contact Joliet Public Library at 815-740-2660 Friday Fun Day. 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Fridays, March 1, Volz Fieldhouse, Dellwood Park, 1911 Lawrence Ave., Lockport. Kids have three hours of fun while you take a break. Fee: $91 Lockport Township Park District resident/$101 non-resident. For more info., visit HYPERLINK “http://www.lockportpark.org” www.lockportpark.org or call 815-838-3621, ext. 0 Saturday Fun Day. 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Saturday, March 2, Volz Fieldhouse, Dellwood Park, 1911 Lawrence Ave., Lockport. Kids have three hours of fun while you take a break. Fee: $91 Lockport Township Park District

ONGOING ADULT Bingo. Come enjoy an afternoon of playing bingo sponsored by the Woman’s American Legion Auxiliary Unit 18 now at Leo’s Bar & Grill 201 East Romeo Road, Romeoville. The afternoon will also include food, raffles, and other activities.Doors open every Sunday at 11:30 a.m. For more information call 815-8865600. Everyone is invited. Bingo at St. Mary Nativity Catholic School. 7 p.m. Friday in the school gym, 702 N. Broadway, Joliet. Doors open at 4 p.m., kitchen opens at 5 p.m. Pull tabs on sale at 5:30 p.m., cards at 6 p.m. First game starts at 7 p.m.

Serenity on Sunday AlAnon/Adult Child of Alcoholics Women’s Group. 1 to 2 p.m. Sundays, Lutheran Church, 25050 W. Eames St., 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. Doors open at 4 p.m. Monday, early bird game

Citizens Against Ruining the Environment. 6 to 7:30 p.m. third Monday of the month, 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. Alanon/Alateen. 7 to 8:30 p.m. third Friday of the month, 265 Republic Ave., Joliet. Are you affected by someone’s drinking? Contact Al-anon/Alateen at 815773-9623 or visit www.niafg.org for more information. Circle of Hope Al-Anon Family Group. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Sundays, Joliet Alano Club (back entrance), 265 Republic Ave., 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 at 815-773-9623 or visit HYPERLINK “http://www.niafg. org/” www.niafg.org.

Strive 4 Hope. 6 to 8 p.m. second and fourth Thursdays, Joliet Moose Lodge No. 300, 25 Springfield Ave., Joliet.This is a support group, which welcomes all cancer survivors, caregivers, family members and friends. Call Sharon at 815-349-5458 or Carrie at 815-730-0134 for more information.

taKe 5 Crossword Puzzle

Across 1 Traveler’s reference 6 Baldwin of “30 Rock” 10 A month of Sundays 14 Go after 15 “Later, dahling!” 16 Fictional sleuth who first appeared in the Saturday Evening Post 17 Comedian for hire? 19 Expresses delight 20 Finis, in Frankfurt 21 A month of Sundays 22 Euripides tragedy 23 What Shakespeare’s parents had to do? 27 Zoo re-creation 30 Hippy dances? 31 More than portly 32 Frost, for one 33 Opening 36 __ chic

Down 37 Low grade, or an appropriate title for this puzzle 39 18-Down’s love 40 Orch. section 41 Quarry 42 Posttonsillectomy treat 43 Gauchos’ gear 45 Tabloid fodder 47 Green that’s hard to swallow? 50 Material for some balloons 51 Couple’s pronoun 52 Continental wine region 56 Punta del __ 57 Memoir title for Sela? 60 Massage therapy pioneer Ida 61 Way 62 Support in a loft 63 South Dakota’s Wounded __ 64 Hudson River city 65 “That’s just crazy talk!”

1 Part of a plot, often 2 “All righty __!” 3 Developer’s need 4 Star of “61*”? 5 Ross __ 6 Buttonhole 7 Retired NPR host Hansen 8 It may be lent or bent 9 Grand Banks catch 10 Slide specimen 11 Easy to babysit, say 12 Number no longer used? 13 “Such a shame” 18 Princess with great buns? 22 Get weak in the knees 24 Had 25 K or G 26 Shades 27 Big bikes 28 Stand watch, say 29 Colt 45 holder 32 Layer 34 Teatro __ Scala: Milan opera

house 35 Parlor game 37 Movie monster, casually 38 Tip of the Yucatán peninsula? 39 Banish 41 Movie house suffix 42 Vase, in a pinch 44 Michael of “Caddyshack” 45 Like many ski slopes in April 46 Italian sweetheart 47 Uriah Heep, by profession 48 Is sporting 49 Numbers game 53 Freelancer’s enc. 54 “South Park” cocreator Parker 55 Empty 57 On-target 58 Wheels 59 Neither masc. nor neut.

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Horoscopes You may feel the urge to challenge people who are already clear about their priorities. In the first part of the week, focus on ignoring the eccentricities of others and stick to your plans.

Whenever it seems that things aren’t going your way, just wait a few days until they do. Relationships that experience temporary roadblocks will improve by the end of the week.

The word “no” is part of the word “innovation.” You may meet those who insist on change to demonstrate independence. Wait until the last half of the week to make crucial decisions.

Your peace and tranquility could be briefly disturbed by unexpected changes at the job or in the home. Family conflicts need attention and can be resolved by week’s end.

Whatever stirs your interest and creates excitement could be very attractive early this week. Take time to experiment without committing yourself. Verify that what sounds good is true.

You would be wise to keep your credit card in your pocket and rein in your roving eye for romance for a few more days. During the first half of this week, you could make poor decisions.

During the first half of the week, there’s a tendency to act on the concept of “off with the old and on with the new.” However, the new might not be sustainable or needlessly disrupt your routines.

You like to be on the cutting edge, but may take a sense of adventure too far during the next several days. Wait until the second half of the week to implement new ideas.

It might be wise to refrain from mixing business duties with social activities during the next several days. The second half of the week is much better for business and pleasure.

Ambitions get a chance to shine in the second half of the week. Plan ahead so you can put key business enterprises or financial activities into motion under favorable conditions.

Relationships must be handled like eggs that are in danger of cracking apart. Avoid sudden changes of plan during the next few days to preserve the solidity of a valued relationship.

Playing hard to get might backfire. Your intuition could be somewhat out of kilter during the first part of the week. Keep your money in your pocket and your hands to yourself.

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Previous puzzle’s answers

Jumbles: • PANDA • DRONE • AROUSE • FROSTY

Answer:

What the sailors were given to clean the back of the ship -- A “STERN” ORDER

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SWSC BLUE PREVIEW It appears every season as if the S o u t h We s t Suburban C o n fe re n c e Blue Division is claimed by either Bolingbrook or LincolnWay East and that looks to be the case again this year. Both teams will look different on offense, each losing a star quarterback to one Land of Lincoln Big Ten school, as Bolingbrook’s Aaron Bailey is at Illinois and the Griffins’ Tommy Fuessel to Northwestern. Lincoln-Way East will again reload as it always does and be a contender for the SWSC Blue crown and another deep run in the post season. Bolingbrook knows a little something about reloading itself and is ready to do just that. With Bailey being plagued by injury a year ago, Quincy Woods got time at the quarterback position and while he may not resemble Bailey in size and stature, Woods proved he can get the job done on the field. He will be joined by senior running back Jaden Huff, who is primed for a big season. Defensively the Raiders are

2012 Standings TEAM

Conference

WON LOST

Lincoln-Way E. 7 Bolingbrook 5 Homewood-F 5 Sandburg 5 Lincoln-Way C. 3 Joliet West 2 Lockport 1 Joliet Central 0

0 2 2 2 4 5 6 7

as good as always and feature defensive end Micah Dew-Tredway, linebacker Tuf Borland and the best player in the league, defensive back Parrker Westphal. After the top two teams, the next few are a crap shoot. Homewood-Floosmoor has crept closer to the top two in the league over the last few years, but has a tough run to start the season, with Simeon and Stevenson before getting into conference play. Seniors Bobby Krop (running back) and Seen Leland (quarterback) return at skill positions for Sandburg, but will they be enough to compete with the big dogs? Joliet West is a team that every year has people waiting for a breakout season that has yet to arrive. Senior quarterback Anthony DiNardo is back after an injury last season, but will he be able to stay healthy again and if he can, is that

Overall

WON

LOST

13 8 7 7 4 3 1 0

1 3 3 3 5 6 8 9

Points

FOR

474 393 342 241 154 161 69 49

AGAINST 148 185 191 150 166 231 277 314

enough to earn the Tigers’ first winning season under coach Jason Aubrey. Lockport is a team searching for an identity, as the one-time state power fell on hard times as of late, posting a 1-8 record a season ago. The Porters return several key offensive pieces in hopes to take steps back to their winning ways. Unlike Lockport, Joliet Central has an identity, but it is one it is desperate to shake, as the Steelmen have yet to win a game since the Joliet split in 2010. Central has been getting better every season thus far and a win or two seems to be right around the corner. While it has been a while since Stagg has been in the big school side of the conference, first year head coach Michael Fahey was the defensive coordinator when they last were and is familiar with the teams. Unfortunately, that means he knows how hard his job will be to rebuild a team that posted three wins total the last two years.

MARK’S PICKS 1. Bolingbrook - The Raiders defense is just too much for a rebuilding Lincoln-Way East to contend with this season. 2. Lincoln-Way East - Finishing second is no slouch in this league, as it usually comes with only one conference loss. 3. Homewood-Flossmoor The Vikings have slowly pulled away from Sandburg as the No. 3 team in the SWSC Blue, but have yet to reach the level of the top two teams. 4. Sandburg - They are ahead of the bottom half of the league at least for now. Only time will tell if the Eagles move close to H-F or get caught by the teams below them. 5. Lockport - This spot is a tossup between the Porters and Joliet See SWSC, page 16

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ESCC PREVIEW Last season, six teams from the East Suburban Catholic C o n fe re n c e made the post season and with the returning talent, that trend looks to continue. Gone are some of the big names, but other players are looking to replace them with breakout seasons of their own. A year ago, the story in the ESCC was Benet Academy, who went from 1-8 in 2011 to 10-2 in last season. A majority of that had to do with the emergence of 6-6, 180 pound quarterback Jack Beneventi. A junior now, Beneventi returns with running back Porter Ontko. If the Redwings can replace the loss of their 2012 senior-dominated receiving corp, they can be in the hunt again. Second in the ESCC a year ago was Marist, who returns senior quarterback Jack Donegan and receivers Nic Weishar, who is verbally committed to the University of Notre Dame, and junior Flynn Nagel. Senior running back Peter Andreotti also returns. St. Patrick came up and grabbed third a year ago and return junior QB Zach Fuller with a year of varsity experience under his belt this season. Like it always does,Joliet Catholic Academy will again be in the mix for an ESCC, if not a state, title.The Hillmen lose Ty Isaac (USC) from last year’s team, but also lose the hoopla surrounding one of the nation’s top recruits. JCA is looking to get back to work and they have blue collar horses to do it in the form of players like running back Mike Ivlow, offensive lineman J.B. Butler and linebacker Zach Rezin. Niles Notre Dame was a team heavily in the mix last year and could easily be this year. With the loss of Isaac at JCA,the Dons’senior running back Chris James could easily take the spot as the league’s top back. Defensively, Notre Dame returns seven players, including linebackers Tom Sora and Dan Proano. Carmel looks to bounce back this year and could do it behind returning running back Jake Kane. Senior quarterback Jake Bartels and senior receiver Doug DiFusco are back to lead Nazareth this season. Brandon New is in his second year at St. Viator and will look

2012 Standings TEAM

Conference

WON LOST

Benet 5 Marist 5 St. Patrick 4 Joliet Catholic 3 Notre Dame 3 Carmel 3 St. Viator 2 Nazareth 2 Marian 0

1 1 2 3 3 3 4 4 6

to keep building the program. Despite being in his second year on the job, he is not the less tenured in the ESCC, as Marian Catholic brings in Jerry Verde to try and turn the program around.

MARK’S TAKE 1. Joliet Catholic - A new defensive coordinator and an offensive getting back to their lunch-pail, hard running roots will breed success. 2. Benet Academy - Beneventi is too good not to get passes into hands of someone. As long as he stays healthy, the Redwings are a team to beat. 3. Marist - Too much fire power

Overall

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11 8 7 8 7 3 5 5 1

2 2 4 5 5 6 5 4 8

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420 305 306 451 321 148 271 249 133

AGAINST 173 227 307 337 255 185 245 180 272

back not to contend for an ESCC crown 4. Notre Dame - Who can stop Chris James? Not many teams, that is why the Dons will make a push. 5. St. Patrick - A solid season last year will give the players confidence this year. 6. Carmel - Carmel will take a step back in the right direction. 7. Nazareth - If the ball bounces their way, the Roadrunners could challenge for a top-five spot. 8. St. Viator - Rebuilding programs take time in a conference this challenging. 9. Marian Catholic - This year will be a learning season with a new head coach. mark@buglenewspapers.com

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SPC PREVIEW In what has typically been a balanced conference since its inception in 2006, the Southwest P r a i r i e Conference has been dominated by Oswego the past two years. The Panthers have gone undefeated in conference play the past two years and last year the only single digit game was against Plainfield North in the playoffs.Oswego has a sophomore quarterback in Steven Frank who played some last year and has high expectations. Plainfield North has been a fairly consistent competitor in recent years and this year may be no different. While the Tigers are losing a great deal of talent, especially quarterback Kurt Palandech, they seem to reload every year with talented athletes and strong line play. Plainfield Central is in a similar boat to its district rival to the north. The Wildcats have to replace several key players, but the good news is that Mike Smiley returns at quarterback as the Wildcats hope to improve on their four conference wins of a year ago. Minooka was over .500 last year in the conference despite losing both of its nonconference games. With Morris and Providence again on the nonconference

2012 Standings TEAM Oswego Plainfield N. Plainfield C. Minooka Plainfield S. Plainfield E. Oswego E. Romeoville

Conference

WON LOST 7 6 4 4 3 2 2 0

0 1 3 3 4 5 5 7

slate, another 4-3 SPC season might not be good enough for the playoffs. Plainfield South returns one of the state’s top recruits in linebacker Clifton Garrett. He won’t be alone on the defensive end and it will likely be that side of the ball that will have to lead the team early with a relatively new quarterback and skill players. The Cougars have won at least three conference games since the SPC’s inception and have a good chance to do so again. Oswego East has been a team that has underachieved in recent years. The Wolves are still looking for their first playoff appearance,despite facing a weak nonconference schedule. They will again have a good chance to go 2-0 in their nonconference schedule, but will need to win three, probably four SPC games to make the playoffs. Plainfield East is also looking for its first playoff berth. The Bengals have had some solid skill position players, but have struggled at times on the line of scrimmage.

Overall

WON 9 7 6 4 4 2 4 2

Points

LOST

FOR

2 3 4 5 5 7 5 7

420 307 245 191 179 123 231 108

AGAINST 187 189 222 168 244 235 269 362

Romeoville will have one of, if not the most experienced teams in the conference this year. However, the Spartans have a lot of ground to make up after a winless season last year.

Taylor’s Take 1. Oswego - After a dominating performance last year, it is hard to pick anyone else here, although I’d like to see one of our Voyager Media teams do so. The Panthers have some holes to fill, but so do all the teams at the top of the conference from last year. 2. Plainfield South - The Cougars aren’t as explosive offensively as they have been in recent years, but the defense should be improved and they have as good a chance as anyone to land in this spot. 3. Plainfield North - The Tigers have a tough SPC schedule with four road games, including trips to Minooka and Plainfield South. However, they are becoming a team that reloads, See SPC, page 19

SWSC Continued from page 14 West, but pride and tradition are on the side of Lockport. 6. Joliet West - The have the talent to be in the top five, or even four, but I drank the Kool-Aid the last few years and was let down. While I won’t be surprised with a winning season, the Tigers have to earn me back. 7. Joliet Central - The Steelmen will get at least one win this season and I’m going to go on a limb and say two.While I’m looking at Stagg for one win, I think the Steelmen will pull off one other upset. 8. Stagg - Welcome to the Jungle Chargers.This side of the SWSC is a little different than you’re used to. mark@buglenewspapers.com

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JOLIET CATHOLIC HILLTOPPERS OFFENSE

While the Joliet Catholic Academy team may miss the star power they had the last few years in running backs Josh Ferguson (Illinois), Malin Jones (Northwestern) and most recently Ty Isaac (USC), but the Hilltoppers don’t miss the hoopla that surrounds having those blue chippers. “We don’t miss the TV cameras and cable shows and everything,” said JCA coach Dan Sharp. “It is all really good for high school football and we were glad to have those kids, but it is a distraction.” The JCA offense will be back to the blue collar, grind it out offense that made them so successful prior to the run of top recruits. They will be led in the backfield by senior Mike Ivlow, who is shifting from fullback to wingback. Ben Hart will take over at fullback, while Nick Morrison, a true double threat, will be under center. The success for the Hillmen will be that defenses must look to stop all facets of the JCA offense and can no longer key in on one guy. Where JCA will win games will come in the trenches, as their

2013 Schedule (2012 results)

Aug. 30 – Providence, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 40-34) Sept. 7 – @ St. Thomas (Minn), 1 p.m. (Did not play) Sept. 13 – St. Viator, 7:30 p.m. (Won 33-20) Sept. 21 – @ Nazareth, 1:30 p.m. (Won 34-33) Sept. 27 – Marist, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 27-24) Oct. 4 – St. Patrick, 7:30 p.m. (Won 49-13) Oct. 11 – @ Carmel, 7:30 p.m. (Won 31-24) Oct. 18 – Notre Dame, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 42-33) Oct. 25 – @ Benet, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 31-21)

offensive line will be anchored by senior JB Butler (6-2, 280 pounds). He will be joined by seniors Jalen Hansel (6-2, 306 pounds) and Justin Hunter (61, 305 pounds), junior DeAndre Ford (6-foot-4, 320 pounds) and sophomore Tyler Witt (6-foot-2, 275 pounds).

DEFENSE New defensive coordinator

Jake Jaworski will also share some of the offensive linemen up front on the defensive line as well. The Hilltoppers return senior linebackers Zach Rezin and Kevin Jensen to lead the way behind the skilled line. Sophomore linebacker Connor Krisch will join the mix, while Sharp said he looks for defensive back Danny Weis and safeties Brandon Bolek and Jackson Shanklin to help sure up the defensive backfield.

OVERALL The Hilltoppers have the ability this season to just play football and they have a lot of hard-nosed football players to do so. While the five-star recruits may not be on the roster, players like Ivlow, Butler, Hansel and Rezin are getting looks and will play at the next level. The schedule is not a friend of JCA this season, as it opens with rival Providence before traveling to Minnesota to face the Gopher State’s No. 8-ranked team. After that, they will compete in one of the Illinois’ most difficult conferences, the East Suburban Catholic Conference, which featured six teams that made the playoffs last year. - Compiled by Mark Gregory

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Mike Ivlow will move from fullback to running back this season.

JOLIET CENTRAL STEELMEN OFFENSE

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Sylvester Bellamy is back to as Joliet Central will look to get their first win since the resplit.

The Steelmen lost the likes of Carlos Curry and Malik Neal, players that had been around the program since it resplit with Joliet West in 2010.They will have to replace those familiar faces as they look to grab their elusive first win. It will all start up front for Brett Boyter’s team with Danny McGee and Max Fischer anchoring the line and also acting as team leaders. Wingback Austin Adams, who Boyter says is one of the toughest players he has ever coached, will carry the football for Central, as will Sylvester Bellamy, and the other wing Tre Neal, who will play both sides of the ball. Landriel Hart returns to play quarterback and is ready to go despite tearing an ACL against Joliet West last season. “He will be the wild card,”Boyter

2013 Schedule (2012 results)

Aug. 30 – @ Rich Central, 7 p.m. (Lost 24-14) Sept. 7 – Reavis, 1 p.m. (Lost 7-6) Sept. 13 – @ Bolingbrook, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 54-6) Sept. 21 – H-F, 1 p.m. (Lost 49-0) Sept. 27 – @ Sandburg, 7:15 p.m. (Lost 51-6) Oct. 5 – Stagg, 1 p.m. (Did not play) Oct. 12 – Lockport, 1 p.m. (Lost 22-14) Oct. 19 – @ Joliet West, 1 p.m. (Lost 21-3) Oct. 26 – Lincoln-Way East, 1 p.m. (Lost 49-0)

said. “He was ready to go in April or May, but the doctors didn’t

clear him until a few weeks ago. He was not on that Derrick Rose rehab circuit. He is everything you want in a quarterback. He has good speed, he is patient with his reads and throws a good ball.” When the Steelmen do go to the air, senior Luiz Zepeda will bring a veteran presence to the receivers.

DEFENSE Like most defenses do, Joliet Central’s defense will start with middle linebacker Deontae Brown. He will be joined there by Joliet West transfer Travionte Gooch and junior Matt Key. Boyter said one of the most improved players since last year is cornerback Vincent Lee.

OVERALL Boyter and the Steelmen are ready to win. They know they See CENTRAL, page 19

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JOLIET WEST TIGERS OFFENSE

From the start the Joliet West offense should be improved with the return of Anthony DiNardo at quarterback. The senior dislocated his throwing shoulder last year in the third week of the season and missed the entire year. DiNardo’s skill set of excelling at the mid-range passing game suits coach Jason Aubrey’s spread offense. The Tigers have wide receivers Ronald Banner and Ethan Bohanek back as well as multi-dimensional running back Jordan Brown. The senior saw significant playing time a year ago, carrying the ball 71 times for nearly 520 yards and six touchdowns. He also caught 11 passes for more than 230 yards and a pair of scores. Returning offensive lineman Niko Messino and Scott Blankenship will anchor a line that will focus on making room for Brown and keeping DiNardo upright and uninjured.

DEFENSE

2013 Schedule (2012 results)

Aug. 30 – @ Thornridge, 7:30 p.m. (Won 48-0) Sept. 7 – King, 1 p.m. (Did not play) Sept. 13 – @ H-F, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 49-8) Sept. 21 – Sandburg, 12 p.m. (Lost 30-3) Sept. 27 – @ Bolingbrook, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 44-12) Oct. 5 – Lincoln-Way East, 1 p.m. (Lost 42-6) Oct. 11 – @ Stagg, 7:15 p.m. (Did not play) Oct. 19 – Joliet Central, 1 p.m. (Won 21-3) Oct. 26 – Lockport, 1 p.m. (Won 28-7)

allowed 26 points per game a year ago. Anchoring that defense will be a pair of defensive ends in Dominic Galvin and Billy Myers. The defense, like all defenses in the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue Division, will

The Tigers return only three defenders from a team that

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Ronald Banner is back at receiver for Joliet West.

LOCKPORT PORTERS OFFENSE

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Lockport is looking for a bounce-back season.

After a season when the Porters found it difficult to get in the end zone, they will look to young, but big offensive line to help protect returning quarterback Ryan Dalton. Dalton beat out Jeremy Quade, who will start at safety, and Billy Krawczyk, both of whom could see some action at quarterback. Whoever is under center will most likely be targeting 6-2, 175 pound senior receiver Brendan Reed. “Brendan has really stepped it up for us,” said Lockport coach Don McKillip.“He wants to play at the next level and you can see that in him.” Up front will be Marco Saric and Jack Bak along with Matt Baran, who shifts from tight end to offensive guard. The Porters are looking for success from sophomore right tackle Matt Chmielewski.

2013 Schedule (2012 results)

Aug. 30 – Downers North, 7 p.m. (Lost 27-7) Sept. 6 – @ Lake Park, 7:30 p.m. (Did not play) Sept. 13 – Sandburg, 7 p.m. (Lost 34-14 ) Sept. 20 – @ Lincoln-Way East 7:30 p.m. (Lost 35-0) Sept. 27 – Stagg, 7 p.m. (Did not play) Oct. 4 – @ Bolingbrook, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 34-10) Oct. 12 – @ Joliet Central, 1 p.m. (Won 22-14) Oct. 18 – H-F, 7 p.m. (Lost 49-7) Oct. 26 – @ Joliet West, 1 p.m. (Lost 28-7)

DEFENSE The Porters have defenders back that

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significant time a year ago. Defensive end Justin Krzeczski will lead the way, both on the field and in the weight room. He will be joined by safety Quade, along with linebacker Tommy Bochenek. Sophomore Mohammad Atiq will see time at linebacker. Tyler Johnson, who was a fullback a year ago, will see time at linebacker this season. Sophomore Deiondre Taylor will start at cornerback and will see time as a running back as well.

OVERALL A year ago, the Porters went 1-8, their worst record in nearly a decade. “It is a new year and we have a lot of respect to earn back from some people and that is our goal – to win back the respect this program deserves,” McKillip said. See LOCKPORT, page 20

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MINOOKA INDIANS OFFENSE

In his second year at the helm, Minooka coach Paul Forsyth will look to take his aerial attack back to the Southwest Prairie Conference. The Indians tried to be a pass-first team a year ago, but were forced back into a runorientated team at the end of the year to salvage a 4-5 season. They lose multi-sport athletes Joe Carnagio, quarterback, and wide receiver/running back Max Brozovich. They will return other multisport athletes such as wrestler and running back Nathan Gunn, who is coming off a season where he rushed for more than 500 yards a year ago. Senior Shane Briscoe figures to be at the helm at quarterback after having some success in starts last year, although he is in a battle with classmate Jake Czerniakowski for the job. If not throwing passes, Czerniakowski will be catching them at a receiver position. The Indians also lost offensive lineman Blake King from last season to Northwestern University, but they do return

2013 Schedule (2012 results)

Aug. 30 – @ Morris, 7:30 p.m. (Lost 14-6) Sept. 6 – Providence, 7 p.m. (Lost 28-10) Sept. 13 – @ Oswego, 7 p.m. (Lost 42-0) Sept. 20 – @ Plainfield C., 7 p.m. (Won 45-14) Sept. 27 – Plainfield East, 7 p.m. (Won 29-6) Oct. 4 – Plainfield South, 7 p.m. (Lost 14-10) Oct. 11 – @ Oswego East, 7 p.m. (Won 31-7) Oct. 18 – Plainfield North, 7 p.m. (Lost 28-20) Oct. 25 – Romeoville, 7 p.m. (Won 40-15)

another top-ranked lineman in 6-foot-4-inch, 295 pound tackle Paul Stawarz. Stawarz broke a bone in his foot in the spring, but has been cleared to play and should not miss any time.

DEFENSE Minooka returns its defensive MVP from a year ago in senior

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Flossmoor on the schedule.

Continued from page 18 have its work cut out for it with the likes of Bolingbrook, LincolnWay East and Homewood-

CENtRaL Continued from page 17 have taken steps in the right direction over the past couple

SPC Continued from page 16 and even though they lose a bunch of talent, they should remain competitive.

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inside linebacker Mitch Vogrin. Vogrin was not only a leader by example on the Minooka defense, but a vocal leader as well. He will be joined by 6-6, 220 pound senior defensive end Mark Geers. In the defensive backfield, the Indians will rely on experienced safety Nate Kijowski.

OVERALL Again this season, the Indians did not make anything easy on themselves, as they open the season with a pair of state powerhouses. Minooka will host longtime rival Morris in week one and travel to Providence Catholic in week two. As if that was not difficult enough, the Indians open league play in week three with Oswego, the champions of the SPC a year ago and the team projected by many to repeat its title. That schedule will help have the Indians ready for the playoffs if they can get there. They are just hoping that a tough schedule early won’t keep them out like it did a year ago. -Compiled by Mark Gregory

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Nate Gunn is back to lead the Minooka run game.

The Tigers went 3-6 a year ago, which was their best record since resplitting with Central. Of those three wins, however, the teams West beat combined for

only one total victory. Aubrey said the goal for the Tigers is to reach the IHSA state playoffs, a place Joliet football has not been in a long time. To do so, the Tigers would need a minimum of five, if not six wins.

The Tigers replace a pair of losses from last season, as they remove Plainfield South from the schedule and add Chicago King, who was 6-3 a year ago out of the Chicago Public League Land of Lincoln Division. West also eliminated Lincoln-

Way Central, a team who also defeated the Tigers last year. The Knights swapped divisions within the SWSC with Stagg, who was 2-6 a year ago and has posted only three combined wins in the past two seasons.

of seasons, but are now ready for the payout. “They believe they can win and it is now time to get those wins,” Boyter said. “This is that time of season when everyone believes we can do something

and we have to go out and get a good start to the season.” Central again has Rich Central and Reavis on its nonconference schedule, both teams which the competed with a year ago. It also was

competitive with conference foe Lockport, who is also looking to turn things around. Central should have another crack at a victory this season, as Stagg comes over to the SouthWest Suburban

Conference Blue Division from the Red and trades places with Lincoln-Way Central. Stagg was 2-7 last year and 1-8 the previous season in the smaller division.

4. Minooka - The Indians and Tigers could go either way at this spot. Actually, I feel 2-4 is very much up for grab between these three teams. If the Indians can find more consistency on offense, they could be dangerous. 5. Romeoville - I’m going

to go gutsy on this pick. After being winless last year, I think the Spartans are a much-improved team with the best skill players among any of the bottom four teams, which is why I have them here. 6. Plainfield Central - It won’t

be easy this year for the Wildcats. They have capabilities to surprise me, but will need a lot of players to step up. 7. Plainfield East - The Bengals seem to be getting more competitive in conference, but until they make a move up the

standings I will keep them here. 8. Oswego East - Every year is supposed to be the year the Wolves break through. Maybe if they get better tested in the nonconference season,they would be better prepared for the SPC.

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-Compiled by Mark Gregory

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TOP TEAM

SURPRISE TEAM

Scott: Bolingbrook Synopsis: There is something about Bolingbrook that I really like this year. With Aaron Bailey gone, many people think the Raiders aren’t a state contender this year. However, Quincy Woods gained some experience last year when Bailey was hurt and that should pay off this year. There is a lot of talent around him on offense. Meanwhile, the defense was young last year and should be much improved.

Scott: Plainfield South Synopsis: Some people may think Clifton Garrett is a one-man show for the Cougars. However, that is not the case. The Cougars have become consistently competitive and an off season last year was still good enough for a 4-5 record. With a lot of attrition throughout the Southwest Prairie Conference, I think the Cougars could bring home six or seven wins this year.The defense looks solid and if the offense can improve a bit, South will be a tough out.

Mark: JCA Synopsis: Just like Bolingbrook, everyone is looking at who the Hillmen lost (ie Ty Issac) and not what they gained. Joliet Catholic is now back to their blue collar, lunch-pail mentality of pounding the football and that has proven to be successful over the years. A tough ESCC schedule might not produce the best regular season record, but the battles will play off in the post season.

Mark: Minooka Synopsis: It is well documented that the Indians have a tough task to open the season with Morris, Providence and Oswego in their first three games. Those battles, along with coach Paul Forsyth having a season under his belt, will have

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the Indians ready for a Southwest Prairie Conference that after Oswego is up for grabs. Minooka should challenge for that second spot in the SPC and will be battletested in the playoffs.

TOP OFFENSIVE PLAYER Scott: Chris James, Notre Dame Synopsis: Everyone knows who is going to get the ball for the Dons, but that didn’t seem to matter.The high-profile Division-I recruit led our coverage area in rushing last year as a junior and it wouldn’t surprise mean to top his average per game from last year. I think there is enough balance there to take some pressure off him, and even if not, he will still produce. Mark: Jack Beneventi, Benet Synopsis: Even though he lost practically his entire receiver corps from last year, Beneventi is

too talented not to find someone to catch the football.Only a junior, the 6-6, 190 pound signal caller already has looks from more than a dozen schools, including Stanford, Michigan, USC, Notre Dame and Georgia.

TOP DEFENSIVE PLAYER Scott: Clifton Garrett,Plainfield South Synopsis: It is hard to go against the No. 59 recruit in the nation, according to ESPN. When you are being recruited by the likes of LSU, Florida and Tennessee, you are good. Garrett also got the experience of playing at “The Opening,” Nike’s summer camp. He also has the motivation of playing well to keep his scholarship since he hasn’t committed yet. Mark: Parrker Westphal, Bolingbrook Synopsis: I agree completely with Scott that Garrett will be a star this season, but I think he and Westphal are pretty much No.1 and No. 1-A in the area. Ranked as the No. 17 defensive back in the nation by Rivals.com, Westphal may not generate the numbers as some of the top defenders, because as a top-notch corner back, teams don’t attack his side of the field. Bolingbrook coach John Ivlow said Westphal took a step forward from last season, comparing his growth to that of Antonio Morrison between his junior and senior seasons. That right there should scare opposing offenses.

LoCkPoRt Continued from page 18 That will start when the Porters face Downers Grove North, who after suffering their own lean years win-wise broke out a year ago. Lockport will then face Lake Park, a new opponent

BREAKOUT PLAYER Scott: Anthony Love, Romeoville Synopsis: Love has spent time on varsity the past two years for the Spartans. A tight end as a sophomore, Love showcased his athleticism. He played on both sides of the ball last year and has turned into a defensive player to watch. I expect to see a huge season from Love where he could end up with 100-plus tackles. Mark: Tim Doll, Westmont Synopsis: A talented, multisport athlete, Doll now has the legendary Otto Zeman calling the plays. Zeman coached six all-state quarterbacks in his 28 years at Riverside-Brookfield and Doll has all the talent to be No. 7.

SURPRISE PLAYER Scott: Shane Briscoe, Minooka Synopsis: Briscoe, a coach’s son, performed well in limited action with the Indians last year. It is his team this year and I think he will make a name for himself. Minooka had a down year last year in missing the playoffs and I think he is a big reason why they get back this year. Mark: Brendan Reed, Lockport Synopsis: The 6-foot, 2-inch, 175 pound senior wide receiver will be the main target in the Porters’ passing game this season. He returns along with quarterback Ryan Dalton, who was able to get a rapport with Reed all last season. on the Porters’ schedule and a new team to the vaunted DuPage Valley Conference. The Porters then open SWSC season with Sandburg. “I look at those first three games to be big games,” McKillip said. “We have nice, strong opponents and we look to compete with them.” -Compiled by Mark Gregory

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Now it’s time for apricots I

’ve always felt a special love for summer fruits, because they’re so delicious and they come and go so quickly. Fresh berries - true local, seasonal ones, not those that arrive after long voyages by land or sea -are around for a matter of weeks.The stone fruits of summer - cherries, then peaches and nectarines, and finally the apricots that arrive later in summer - can seem even more fleeting. Now, in many places, we’re really getting into serious apricot season.Walk through farmers’ markets and you’ll see those deep, plump little orange-golden fruit practically glowing on the stands.You can sometimes smell their sweet, slightly musky aroma from many feet away. If I’m offered a taste, I have to close my eyes to shut out the rest of the world, so rich, sweet, firm, and juicy those ripe, local, in-season apricots taste. I could just stand right there in the farmers’ market and go on eating them. But, to be honest, what ripe apricots really make me want to do is start cooking with them. I’ll slice them and arrange them on top of pie dough or puff pastry to make open-faced tarts. Or I’ll slice them up into fruit salads, or even add them to main-course salads featuring cooked poultry, seafood, or meat. If I have a big bagful of apricots, I might even dry some. I’ll wash, halve, and pit them and then put them in a countertop dehydrator.You could also arrange them skin side down on a big baking sheet lined with parchment paper and then dry them in the oven at its lowest temperature setting with the oven door propped ajar, leaving them there all day - up to 12 hours or more - until they’re leathery but still pliable. (Don’t leave the house while you’re doing this, and keep kids and pets away!) Once cooled, the dried fruit can be stored in an airtight container. Or I might just make an apricot version of one of my favorite classic desserts, Peach Melba. Originally created in the late-19th century by the famed London-based French chef Auguste Escoffier to honor the great Australian opera star Dame Nellie Melba, this dessert usually combines poached peaches with vanilla ice cream and a raspberry sauce. I like the way apricots, with their slightly tart and musky flavors, give the dessert a different personality. In fact, in the recipe I share here, those flavors pair especially well with tangy frozen yogurt instead of ice cream. If you like, you can opt for low-fat or nonfat frozen yogurt and omit the whippedcream garnish to make this a surprisingly light dessert that still feels spectacularly indulgent. And who wouldn’t want to indulge when there’s a sudden, soon-to-vanish bounty of one of summer’s special pleasures?

APRICOT MELBA WITH FROZEN YOGURT AND FRESH RASPBERRY SAUCE Serves 6 POACHED APRICOTS: 2 cups water 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Zest of 1 lemon 12 ripe but firm apricots, halved and pitted FRESH RASPBERRY SAUCE: 1 pound fresh raspberries 1 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice FOR SERVING: 1 pint vanilla frozen yogurt 1 cup heavy cream, whipped, optional Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting, optional 3/4 cup toasted sliced almonds In a medium saucepan, stir together the water, sugar, lemon juice and lemon zest. Bring to a boil over mediumhigh heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.

Add the apricot halves to this syrup. Continue simmering until the apricots are cooked through but still firm and with their skins intact, about 5 minutes, gently turning them over about halfway through poaching. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside, leaving the apricots in the syrup until cooled to room temperature. For the Raspberry Sauce, put the berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a food processor fitted with the stainlesssteel blade. Process until smoothly pureed, stopping once or twice as necessary to scrape down the bowl. Set a fine-meshed strainer over a bowl and pour the sauce into the strainer, pressing it through with a rubber spatula to remove the seeds. Set the sauce aside. To serve, scoop the frozen yogurt into individual chilled serving bowls. With a large spoon, remove the apricots from the syrup, arranging 4 halves around each serving of frozen yogurt. (Reserve the poaching syrup in a covered container in the refrigerator for another use, such as serving it over ice cream or frozen yogurt.) With a spoon, generously drizzle the Raspberry Sauce over each serving. Garnish with whipped cream, if you like, and toasted almonds. Or dust with confectioners’ sugar and garnish with almonds.

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Adam’s Law fights back against distracted driving By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter

Cheryl Miller stood outside Bulita School where her son would have been a first-grader, wishing he could be attending. Instead, she was sending an emotional plea for drivers to concentrate on the road and nothing else. On Nov. 15, 2008, Bolingbrook resident John Miller parked his vehicle on the right-hand lane of Plainfield/ Naperville Road after he experienced a flat tire. Not long after, a man who was attempting to light a cigar while driving, clearly distracted, plowed into the back of Miller’s vehicle, ultimately killing 5-year old Adam Miller in the process. “Adam clearly had a lot to say and contribute, but never got the chance when a driver looked away and plowed into our car leaving Adam brain dead,” said Cheryl Miller.“Harder still, it wasn’t like a DUI that is punishable. Distracted driving is treated

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Cheryl Miller urges drivers to concentrate on the road, sharing the story of her 5-year-old son Adam, killed by a distracted driver.

like nothing more than a speeding ticket and dismissed with a shrug of the shoulders … Texting, dialing, multitasking … should not happen in

the car. It is deadly and life altering.” Turning grief into action, the Millers sought an outlet to both remember their son and bring awareness to distracted driving. Working with local legislators Adams Law was created and a roadside memorial program created. It started as a pilot program a few years ago through collaboration from Cheryl Miller, state Rep. Emily McAsey, D-Lockport, and state Rep., Tom Cross, R-Oswego, and reintroduced by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet.

Adam’s Law allows families to honor victims of distracted driving by placing markers along roadways. The makers must be ordered through IDOT, and the individual or group who places the order are responsible for all costs associated with placing it. Therefore, there is no cost to taxpayers. Last week’s press conference came on the news that Adam’s Law, House Bill 1345 passed, re-enacting the Roadside Memorial Program which had expired in December

2012. The pilot program was temporary because the Illinois Department of Transportation was unsure of the demand. Manley picked up the legislation finding IDOT was not opposed to making the program permanent. “The goal of my legislation is to provide families with an appropriate venue for honoring their loved ones, while raising awareness about the dangers of distracted driving,” said Manley. Miller said she believes the law and the program calls attention to the problem, reminding drivers to put down the phone or hands off the radio or to even pull over if they are tired, which has been her ultimate goal. “We can all do better. Shut the phone off. I see moms here today. Model safe driving to your kids. Teach new drivers, and share Adam’s story,” said Miller.“We are here today to celebrate Adam’s life, but boy do I wish I could be buying school supplies today. Distracted driving is a proven killer. We hope to save lives with this.” Other members of families victimized by distracted driving spoke; one whose mom was killed because a driver was painting her nails while driving 50 mph; another a daughter killed because a driver was busy on the phone. The message was clear and simple: Just drive, and leave the distractions at home.

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Can’t be too picky Get the credit you deserve about bankruptcy Dear Dave, My husband and I would like to buy a home in the next year or so. My credit is in pretty bad shape, so we’ve decided to work on getting his credit in better shape in order to qualify for a mortgage loan. I have $104,000 in debt, and $92,000 of that is in student loans. He has $13,000 in debt, with $7,000 of that a repossession on a car for which he was a cosigner. Can I file bankruptcy on my debts only? Latrell Dear Latrell, You can’t file bankruptcy on certain, specific items. By the way, student loans are not bankruptable. Even if you filed, you would still have all that debt hanging around your neck. I want you to own a home, but I don’t want your home to own you. Neither one of you have done very well with money so far, and at this point I’m afraid a house would be a curse instead of a blessing in your lives. I would encourage you to build a stronger financial foundation before you buy a house. In short, this means you need to get out of debt, save money, and start living on a budget. Latrell, buying a house when you’re broke and deeply in debt is never a good idea. I’m not

trying to be mean, but I really think you’re asking the wrong question. I don’t want you to try and use bankruptcy as some kind of escape from this situation. Right now, I want you to change your behavior with money and get things cleaned up with a good, organized financial plan in your lives. —Dave

Ever-changing budget Dear Dave, Should a budget change every month? Anonymous Dear Anonymous, Yes, it should.Your life changes every month, and your budget should reflect the ebb and flow of your life. This is part of the reason I urge people to do a budget on paper, on purpose before the next month begins.You may look at the upcoming month and realize the kids have soccer pictures scheduled.There may be a school trip planned, or they may need back-to-school clothes and supplies. When it comes to a budget, there’s no easy out.Things change from month to month, and you need to think, plan ahead, and itemize so your budget is an accurate reflection of your life! —Dave

Q. When my boss asks for ideas, I find I will often state a good idea, it will get talked over, and then someone says the same thing and takes the credit. Is there a way I diplomatically can point out that I said it first? A. Yes, you can use your frustration strategically to point out after your teammate restates your idea that you said it first. Many quiet, introverted people get accustomed at work to being run over verbally by louder colleagues. I have clients who have ended up in self-destructive cycles where the more they withdraw, the more others trample them in meetings. After a while, the members of your team will simply get used to ignoring you or interrupting you.You are going to need to retrain your coworkers if you want the cycle of getting talked over to stop. Next time you start to articulate an idea and someone starts to talk, pause and neutrally say,“I know you didn’t know I wasn’t finished.” Carefully watch your body language and tone of voice to be calm. If you say these words in an angry way, your coworkers will respond to feeling criticized and not to your request to finish your statements. You’ve been storing up a lot frustration.When people finally

speak up after experiencing a mountain of anger, they can easily bury coworkers in all that rage. Most people get scared and then enraged back when others express intense fury. Unfortunately, the point gets lost in all this exchange of emotion. You’ll find that even when you have made sure to finish your statements, your group may still not hear what you said. If you find you’re still not getting credit, there are two explanations: 1.You are quite smart and, without knowing it, you are talking over the heads of people on your team.You need to dumb down and simplify your idea so everyone can track what you’re saying. When your coworker repeats the idea, people respond because your coworker has simplified it. 2.You are stating your idea without appealing to the needs and agendas of your coworkers. When your coworker repeats the idea he is restating your

basic concept while making the idea attractive to everyone. In your next meeting, pretend you are in an interpersonal lab trying out different approaches to experiment with results. If you try lots of different strategies and find you are still dismissed, then your group is simply accustomed to ignoring your ideas. There is another powerful option that fixes the problem of losing credit to the coworker who repeats your good idea. After your coworker finishes restating your idea, neutrally tag on,“Yes, I agree with (insert coworker’s name).As I said, a few minutes ago (restate what you said in the meeting).” Now expand on your good idea. You won’t come across as huffy. Everyone will stop ignoring you and you’ll finally get the credit you are due. Being mad about feeling victimized by people at work can feel gratifying in the short term. Feeling powerful because you changed to get what you want will bring you far more durable satisfaction.

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News Community Briefs Second Wind Dreams Day to honor elderly Leaders of the Willow Falls Senior Living Community in Crest Hill announced their plan to join other eldercare communities across the United States to celebrate the journey of aging in the first National Second Wind Dreams Day. The national day to honor elders was created by Second Wind Dreams, an international nonprofit with hopes to change the perception of aging through the fulfillment of dreams. “National Second Wind Dreams Day is about celebrating our future,” said P.k. Beville, M.S., founder of Second Wind Dreams. “It’s about honoring the people who built our cities, laid our roads and shaped our country.”

Plans are already underway for at Willow Falls for the Sept. 11 event. The national day to honor elders will provide the opportunity for residents to witness two new dream presentations and many past dreams as well as a performance by Eddie Karosa after the ceremony. The event is open to the public. “We are excited to welcome the community to Willow Falls for this great celebration,” said Tina DeFelice, Executive Director.

Willow Falls to host pancake breakfast The Inn at Willow Falls in Crest Hill will host a pancake breakfast for Alzheimer’s from 8 to 11 a.m. Sept. 7. The breakfast, which will be

held in the recreation center of the Inn,will coincide with the Memory Walk sponsored by the Alzheimer Association of Joliet. In an effort to raise funds for their walk team, the Alzheimer Association will hold bake sales, sell memory flowers, and host their second

THE BUGLE/SENTINEL AUGUST 28, 2013 annual pancake breakfast. The Inn, an assisted living community in Crest Hill, provides assisting living and specialized memory care. The pancake breakfast is open to the public. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at The Inn at Willow Falls for $5 per person, or on

the day of the event for $6. Children under the age of three eat for free. All proceeds will go to the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s. For more information about the event, the memory care program, or the memory walk, call 815-725-5868.

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