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RULES OF THE ROAD REVISITED Niles wants feedback on how to improve its streets for pedestrians, cyclists

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he village of Niles wants to get feedback from its residents, commuters and shoppers that travel through the area on how to improve its streets for pedestrians and bicycles. Part of the Niles 2030 Comprehensive Plan, the Niles Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan is focused on creating improved pedestrian and transportation passageways throughout Niles. As part of their plan, the village hired transportation firm Sam Schwartz Engineering via a grant from Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) to advise the Niles

Multi-Modal Plan Steering Committee on the engineering and logistical aspects of the planning process.The Steering Committee is comprised of volunteer residents, seniors, youth, business owners, representatives from transportation agencies such as PACE and IDOT, and bicycle enthusiasts. As part of this process Schwartz planners have been hosting pop up events, where commuters and residents can give feedback on how the village could make it easier for bicyclists and pedestrians to get to work, shopping areas and recreational destinations in Niles.The latest of these pop ups was at the Jewel-Osco

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7 treated after bus crash in Des Plaines By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

Seven children were treated for minor injuries after two buses were involved in a minor collision June 21. The two buses were part of a Des Plaines Park District day camp program. They were headed from Lake Park to a Glencoe beach. The accident happened where Lee Street turns into Higgins Road around 10:17 a.m. Des Plaines police say their preliminary investigation indicates that one of the buses

rear-ended the other after the driver of one bus cut in front of the bus in front of it, which caused it to hit the brakes and in turn led to the rear-end collision. However park district officials and police are still investigating the incident. Paramedics on the scene treated children for injuries as a precaution but there were mostly scrapes and nausea. At the time of the crash, the two school buses were carrying a total 73 children, between the ages of 5 and 10, and 12 adults.

Armed robbery at Niles electronics store ALEX V. HERNANDEZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

A cyclist using the bike trail that goes through the Bunker Hill Forest Preserve in Niles.

RULES Continued from page 1 at Oakton Street and Milwaukee Avenue on June 8. “You leave out people when you have planned open house meetings.That’s why we wanted to engage people at these pop up meetings,” said Stacey Meekins, senior planner at Sam Schwartz Engineering. She was presenting the latest feedback collected to the Steering Committee at a meeting on June 20. Going to the bike trails and retail destinations in Niles was a way of engaging with people who might not have attended a formal open house meeting at night due to work, childcare or the fact that they shop in Niles but do not live in the village. “People shopping in the area still experience Niles, even if they don’t live in the village,” said Meekins. These pop up events will continue at random locations in Niles throughout the summer. Additionally Schwartz created a survey,“Tell Us How to Improve Biking and Walking In Niles,” which can be found at www. vniles.com. “Kids have a tough time getting around Niles on

their bikes,” said Niles Police Sgt. Eric Lambrechts. Neighborhoods in Niles are very bike and pedestrian friendly. However the major streets that cut through them make these neighborhoods islands separated by oceans of vehicle traffic on main streets that lack safe pedestrian and bike paths. “There’s a certain culture in Niles. It’s a car culture, older people,” said longtime Niles resident Mike Shields. Most of the layout of Niles’ major roads and sidewalks were a result of post WWII suburban planning, which favored cars over other modes of transportation. Because of this certain intersections, like that of Milwaukee Avenue and Golf Road, have little if any pedestrian crosswalks and are a nightmare for all but the most daring and skilled cyclists. In 2010, the Northwest Municipal Conference (NWMC) adopted a long-term bicycle plan. Active Transportation Alliance Planner Marissa Dolin said the NWMC plan includes regional routes designed to connect popular destinations between municipalities. Since then Niles has been working to refine the large scale plan in order to implement it more

responsibly locally. Specifically, connecting the neighborhood street and bike path networks into the main thoroughfares of the village and then connecting that combined network to Cook County’s North Branch Trail. “We just don’t want a vague plan,” said Niles Senior Planner Bruce Sylvester. He said the committee’s use of Schwartz allows them to better engage the community to get a better idea of what people want before beginning construction. Schwartz will present a completed implementation plan that includes a timeline and budget within the next 12 to 18 months.

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

Two men armed with handguns robbed a retail electronics store on the 5600 block of Touhy Avenue the morning of June 18. Niles Police say they responded to a report of Armed Robbery around 11 a.m. When officers arrived at the address, a store employee told them two men, between the age of 20 and 30, entered the store and told him they were thinking upgrading their cellphones.

After the other customers had left the store, the two men pulled out black handguns and demanded money from the employee. Police say the two men then were given currency and then grabbed an unknown number of cellphones from the store before fleeing on foot in an unknown direction. More details to come as the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information on the robbery is asked to call the Niles Police Department at 847588-6500.

Police Blotter

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The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Morton Grove, Niles, and Park Ridge Police Departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

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Niles A 16 year old from Evanston was arrested June 14 at Golf Mill Center for Retail theft.

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Daniel Cruz-Esquivel, of the 1500 block of Winslowe, Palatine, was arrested June 13 on the 7800 block of Dempster for No Valid License.

Heather M. Mix, 25, of the 7 block of S. Chester, Park Ridge, was arrested June 13 on the 7300 block of Harlem for two counts of DUI.

Rogelio M. Magbanua, 63, of the 6500 block of N. Bell, Chicago, was arrested June 12 on the 8700 block of Cumberland for Theft (warrant).

A 16 year old from Niles was arrested June 15 on the 8000 block of Churchill for Burglary to Auto.

A 16 year old from Niles was arrested June 15 on the 8000 block of Churchill for two counts of Burglary to Auto.

Sam Y. Yacoub, 65, of the 7900 block of Caldwell, Niles, was arrested June 15 at Golf Mill Center for Retail Theft.

Angel Vazquez-Flores, 24, of the 5200 Hollyhock ct, Gurnee, was arrested June 15 on the 72.00 block of Dempster for two counts of DUI.

Joey E. Cesario, 26, of the 8800 Dee, Des Plaines, was arrested June 15 on the 8200 block of Milwaukee for two counts of DUI.

Jason J. Bamaung, 27, of the 8200 Newcastle, Niles, was arrested June 16 on the 6800 block of Keeney for DUI and Leaving the Scene of Vehicle Damage.

D. Reyna, 24, of the 11 Mark 8500 block of Springfield, Skokie, was arrested June 18 on

the 6600 block of Milwaukee for DUI and Reckless Driving. Joseph J. Becker, 53, of the 1400 Newlan Ln, Morris, was arrested June 19 on the 9700 block of Dee Road for Domestic Battery.

Park Ridge Marcin Korcz, 28, of the 7200 block of W.Wellington, Elmwood Park, was arrested June 10 on the 1900 block of S. Cumberland for retail theft.

Gary Frank, 41, of the 1800 block of S. Vine, Park Ridge,

was arrested June 12 on the 200 block of S. Cumberland for No Valid DL, No Valid Insurance, No Valid Registration. Anita Iovinelli, 38, of the 2600 block of N. Budd St., River Grove, was arrested June 12 at the intersection of Greenwood & Cedar for Expired Registration and No Valid DL.

Michael Yousef, 27, of the 8800 block of Hamlin, Skokie, was arrested June 13 on the 800 block of Devon for Suspended Registration, DWLS and No Valid Insurance.

Daniel Arellano, 28, of the 5000 block of W. Montana, Chicago, was arrested June 14 at the intersection of Northwest Hwy. & Ridge for DWLS and Speeding.

Morton Grove Brygida M. Badowska, 54, of Chicago was arrested June 18 for Retail Theft. Brian E. Coan, 50, of Glenview was arrested June 17 for DUI. Raul Arroro-Rivera, 22, of Chicago was arrested June 17 for No Valid DL.

Hector Garcia, 47, of Chicago was arrested June 16 for DUI. Patrick K. Zelazko, 19, of Lincolnwood was arrested June 8 for possession of Cannabis. Shihab A. Hasan, 45, of Skokie was arrested June 16 for DWLS. Natalya Garbuzova, 27, of Morton Grove was arrested June 15 for DUI. James E. Schlesinger, 22, of Chicago was arrested June 14 for DWLS/Warrant. Candelabra R. Guerrero, 45, of Chicago was arrested June 13 for No Valid DL.

Community Notes Park Ridge man earns degree from UIC Frank Pagone of Park Ridge earned a masters in Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences from the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Public Health’s 2013 commencement. UIC ranks among the nation’s leading research universities and is Chicago’s largest university with 26,000 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, 15 colleges and the state’s major public medical center. A hallmark of the campus is the Great Cities Commitment, through which UIC faculty, students and staff engage with community, corporate, foundation and government partners in hundreds of programs to improve the quality of life in metropolitan areas around the world.

Local reps drop by community fair Taking part in a recent community fair at Mark Twain Elementary School in Niles were representatives of Maine Township. Gary K Warner, Maine Township Clerk (right) manned a booth at the informational event joined by (from left) Deputy Clerk, Wiesia Tytko, Valeria Simpson and Val’s mom Teresa, a teacher at the East Maine Dist. 63 School.

North Shore Senior Center launches program North Shore Senior Center understands the needs of older adults who want to age in their homes, in the communities they know and love. In keeping with that mission, and in order to offer the personalized support that older adults deserve, North Shore has launched a program called Optimal Care Options. This program has been designed specifically for seniors whose income or assets preclude them from qualifying for governmentprovided or other managed care services. Two services are available within this program: ongoing Care Management with the possibility of 24/7 emergency assistance and a shorter-term Specific Issue Resolution service. Each of these services includes home visits from Care Managers with advanced degrees in social work or counseling.These North Shore Senior Center

Gretchen Banning, LSW (left), and Barb Douin, LSW (right), will be Care Managers with North Shore Senior Center’s new Optimal Care Options program.

professionals are committed to fostering the independence and well being of older adults, as well as enhancing their dignity and self-respect. For more information about the program and fees, please call Barb, Gretchen or Kim at 847.784.6000, ext. 6950.

Oakton tutor receives spotlight service award Robert Boone of Glencoe is one of 10 volunteer tutors who was recently recognized by Boone the state and will receive the Illinois Spotlight on Service Award.

Permit required for garage sales Any resident planning to hold a garage sale must obtain a Garage Sale Permit which is provided to Park Ridge residents

free of charge.To apply, simply visit the City’s website at www. parkridge.us and search “Garage Sale Permit” in the upper right corner of the webpage. When completeing the online Garage Sale Application, you will be asked to provide the City with your name, address, telephone number and the date(s) of your sale. After you have completed the application, you will be able to print your permit immediately which must be prominently displayed in a front window of your home on the day(s) of your sale. The permit limitation is three per year, not to exceed three days at each occurrence and your sale must be between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Conducting a garage sale without a permit will result in a fine. Indoor Estate Sales do not require a permit. Advertising signs are to be placed on private property only, and not at street corners or on public property. Please call Deputy Clerk Peterson at 847/318-5464 with any questions.

Park Ridge student named to dean’s list Caroline L. Unger of Park

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Ridge has been named to the McDaniel College spring 2013 Dean’s List with Honors. Highest honors are earned for a semester grade point average of 3.90 or higher, high honors for a grade point average of 3.703.89, and honors for a 3.50-3.69 average.

Regional senior spelling bee winners The Region 13 Regional Spelling Bee hosted by Maine Township went 13 grueling rounds before Bill Peterhansen (front row left), representing Eisenhower Public Library in Norridge, emerged the winner, and Bruce Hirsh (front row right), representing FleetwoodJourdian Community Center in Evanston, took second place. They were among 20 seniors from 11 senior programs who participated in this annual event at Maine Township Town Hall, Park Ridge on Monday, June 3. Peterhansen took first place by spelling the word “dragomen” which means an interpreter or guide for travelers, especially in countries where Arabic,Turkish, or Persian is spoken. Also at the event (back row from left) were Trustee Walter Kazmierczak,

Supervisor Carol A.Teschky and Pronouncer Susan Lempke, Assistant Director of Niles Public Library.

Independence Day 2013 DUI Mobilization The Morton Grove Police Department would like to announce the upcoming DUI Mobilization for the Independence Day Holiday.This will take place between June 28 and July 7, 2013. In conjunction with the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Division of Traffic Safety, the Morton Grove Police Department will be out in force making sure impaired drivers are off the road, thousands are killed each year by drivers who had been drinking.The Morton Grove Police Department has a zero tolerance for impaired drivers.

Calendar

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JUNE 26 27th Annual House and Garden Walk. 10 a.m. 222 Waukegan Road, Glenview. Some of the North Shore’s most elegant homes will be on display June 26 when The Chicago Lighthouse Associate Board hosts its 27th Annual House and Garden Walk. The event will benefit Lighthouse programs assisting children who are blind or visually impaired. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. and begin at North Shore Congregation Israel, 1185 Sheridan Road in Glencoe, followed by tours of four homes in and around Highland Park. For more information about Chicago Lighthouse North, please call 847-510-6200 or visit www. chicagolighthouse.org/north. Storm Kings. 7 p.m. 6960 W Oakton St, Niles. Chicago author and essayist, Lee Sandlin, presents an illustrated lecture about America’s first tornado chasers, the subject of his latest book.

JUNE 27 Minute to Win It. 3 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St, Niles. Show your skills! Teens compete for prizes in the library version of the popular NBC show. Teens will race against the clock using ordinary household ingredients in various skill-building

activities. Apps you’ll love. 6:30 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St, Niles. Everybody’s talking about Apps. What are they? How to get them? How to use them? Find out at this session.

JUNE 28 Moonlight Cocktail. 9 p.m. Chambers Seafood Grill & Chop House, 6881 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles. Music from the 60’s through today’s hits. Kristi is the lead singer for Moonlight Cocktail and a young lady of many talents. A former social worker and longtime interpreter at Chicago Museum of Science and Industry, Kristi now dedicates herself fulltime to the arts. Aside from Moonlight Cocktail, she sings with Greg in The Renditions, as well as her own rock/ soul/blues band: Crawford’s Daughter.

JUNE 29 Pie Contest at the Morton Grove Farmers’ Market. 8 a.m. 6210 Dempster St. Morton Grove. The Village’s best bakers will be bringing their homemade fruit pies to the Morton Grove Farmers’ Market. A team of judges will award prizes to the top three pies based on taste, texture, and appearance. If you have questions or would like to enter, please e-mail connect@

mgfarmersmarket.com or call 847.750.MGFM (6436). Visit our website at www. mgfarmersmarket.com and facebook www.facebook.com/ MGFarmersMarket No Limits Band! 9 p.m. Chambers Seafood Grill & Chop House, 6881 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles. We are a Cover Band with a wide variety of Repertoire. Whether you want to dance in a Disco beat or simply hold your partner in a Romantic Love Song, we can do it for you. We can play hits even from 50 years ago, yeah that’s right. You can request different types of Music, from R&B to Pop, Alternative to Rock, Disco to Salsa, Swing to Cha Cha, Top 40’s of different generations, and HipHop.

JUNE 30 Dave & Donna. 5 p.m. Chambers Seafood Grill & Chop House, 6881 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles. Dave has played professionally since he was 16. He was classically trained and heavily influenced by the blues. He has worked with icons such as Luther Allison, Buddy Guy, Otis Rush, Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, Pearl Jam, and The Cryin’ Shames. Dave went on a tenyear tour across the globe with Otis Rush and plays keyboard as well as sings.

JULY 1 Battle of the Grades:

School Supply Drive. 10 a.m. Golf Mill Shopping Center, Niles. Help your local schools by donating new school supplies at Golf Mill Shopping Center! The school collecting the most supplies wins $200 compliments of Groot. For every donation, you are entered into a $25 mall gift card drawing.

JULY 2 Red, White & Blue Nails. 3 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St, Niles. Just wanna have fun? Discover what’s trendy in nail art and use your nails as a canvas to show your patriotic spirit for the Fourth of July.

JULY 3 Playbill. 1 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St, Niles. Local teens create an original play!

JULY 4 4th of July Parade & Celebration. 9:00 a.m. Niles. The Village of Niles is sponsoring the 4th of July Parade. The parade route, beginning at Notre Dame College Prep and ending at Grennan Heights Park, is as follows: South on Ozark to Main – East on Main to Harlem – South on Harlem to Monroe – West on Monroe to Oketo. There is NO PARKING along the parade route. There is NO PARKING on Crain from Ozark to Ozanam. There is NO PARKING on Ozanam from Greenleaf to Dempster. There is NO PARKING on Keeney and Kedzie from Odell to Olcott. There is NO PARKING on Odell, Oketo, Osceola and Olcott from Keeney to Kedzie. The parking restrictions will be in effect until 2:00 p.m. on July 4. The Niles Park District is sponsoring activities at Grennan Heights Park at 8255 Oketo immediately following the parade until 2:30 p.m. Scheduled is a full line of entertainment, including R-Gang Band, children’s games, face painting, a community information tent, and pony rides. For more information on the parade, contact the Village of Niles at 847-588-8000. For information on the post-parade festivities, contact the Niles Park District at 847-967-6633.

ONGOING Food for Fines Drive. All day. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St, Niles. Exchange canned and packaged food for

library overdue fines to help the Village of Niles Food Pantry during the Niles Public Library Food for Fines drive from June 1-15, 2013. Ask for more information at the library’s front desk. TOPS. 5-7 p.m. every Monday at the Niles Park District Howard Leisure Center, 6676 W. Howard Street, Niles. This not-for-profit weight loss organization meets every Monday. Visitors are welcome. For more information contact Sandie at 847-691-7122. FISH Seeking Volunteers. Due to the economy, FISH is experiencing over a 40 percent rise in ridership. It is straining both the volunteer service level and budget. Since 1971, FISH volunteers have been serving Park Ridge and Maine Township residents by providing free rides to medical appointments.To continue to provide a high level of service to all residents of Maine Township, FISH needs volunteers. Can you spare four hours per month to drive neighbors to medical appointments? To volunteer, call Ed Oken, President, 847 696-0761. Meet US Rep Schakowsky’s Representative. 9 a.m. to noon at the Park Ridge Library. A member of U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky’s Evanston office will be at the library every Wednesday morning to answer your questions about government, health care, retirement issues, immigration visas, and anything else related to federal benefits. For more information, contact Ann Limjoco at 847-328-3409. Stroke Club. 3-4:30 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Center for Advanced Care, Room 1220, 1700 Luther Lane, Park Ridge.This is a free program for stroke victims and survivors (plus a guest). Free parking is available in the attached parking garage. For more information contact Meg Potterfield, 847-723-4765 or Dorene Wlodarski, 847-296-2470. TOPS Club. 8:30-10 a.m. every Tuesday at the Feldman Rec Center, 8800 W. Kathy Lane, Niles. Lose weight with TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Everyone is welcome. Call Dorene Wlodarski, 847-2962470 or Lenore Lunquist, 847729-2530 for more information.

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Letter to the Editor

Guest Columnist

Opinion isn’t fact, faith isn’t political

A nation’s character is formed fundamentally by citizen beliefs

The recent articles of Mr. Dubiel contain many falsehoods, stated as facts. I truly hope that you will insist that these be amended, and that it doesn’t happen again. Dubiel should not be printing his opinions as actual facts. Would you, for example print my opinion:“extreme conservatives are uncharitable and intolerant people?” Of course not, why does this paper allow propaganda in what is supposedly a “community paper?”You should rethink what your mission is. For many of my 75 years I have worked with liberals in my community and church in both unpaid and volunteer positions. I spent two of my years working in a clinic in Lima, Peru.Then, and throughout my remaining years, including years as a teacher, I came across many people of faith with a social conscience. Caring about the neediest in our society is not politically correct, it is a moral

arents of some of the youngest victims of the mass shooting at Sandy Hook School are meeting with lawmakers in DC about crafting a bill to impose stricter gun laws. The first effort in April failed when the Democrat

imperative. Among these were many liberals. Not one of them promoted atheism. I do know one atheist, a family member, who is as caring and honest as can be. He is well known among family members as a very generous, wise person of good will. No atheist agenda there. Dubiel is quite mistaken. A mature person learns just how complicated people are. He got the idea of the idea of the religion of liberalism from Ann Coulter- who wrote a book about liberalism as a religion. She claims to be a believer in Christianity.Yet she is among the worst offenders-snarky, often cruel and foul-mouthed, and very keen on selling her books. No Christian charity there. For the writer to attempt to discuss the beautiful gift of faith using logic is so misguided. No one would be moved to see God, as a loving father, from his See LETTER, page 8

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controlled Senate defeated that gun-control bill. The horrible irony is none of the proposals would make a difference in the Sandy Hook case. Had the original bill passed the killer would still be able to massacre little children. There is no effort to arm teachers in what is the only known effective

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deterrent to sudden violent crime. The parents are victims to this tragedy as well. They’re not anticrime experts. Their effect is a play on emotions, not logic. They are props and their hurt is real, the tears bitter and the truth harsh. No parent ever wants to get that call. Moms and dads love their See DUBIEL, page 8

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DUBIEL Continued from page 7 children and would give their own lives to protect them. The real lesson in all this points to the debate about individual liberty. On the one hand are those who say we have too much liberty and on the other those who say to little. Imagine instead that Adam Lanza was a medical school graduate and licensed doctor. After swearing his oath to ‘first do no harm’, be begins work as an abortionist. Would the parents of those youngest victims be paraded forth to pass laws against those deaths? Fundamentally, human liberty has its foundation in morality, but not just any morality. Take a look across the world and you’ll see that a culture’s or nation’s character is formed fundamentally from their beliefs, their morality. Islam still allows slavery. Hinduism, despite making it illegal, still has its very own form of ‘slavery’ the caste system. It was only in the Christian West that slavery became outlawed. Why? Why is slavery wrong? Where do those beliefs come from and why do you hold them? As we’re slowly abandoning Western

Schools Civilization for something undefined, but most definitely more sinister what will we lose? Why is Adam Lanza’s murder of innocent children wrong, but Dr. Kermit Gosnell’s right? Is it their age? Perhaps, it is because Dr. Gosnell is a licensed practitioner and Lanza an amateur. Is it because abortion is legal while murder is not? Be careful before you answer. At one point in Nazi Germany and Soviet Russia being Jewish, homosexual or pro-freedom was a crime punished with imprisonment or death. Here in America it was a crime to help a slave escape. Were those actions OK because they were legal or that the killers were licensed? Those who embrace the state as the ultimate decider of right and wrong are lying to themselves and to us. The state isn’t endowed with omniscience, nor is it perfect. Laws made by men are subject to the whims of men. At any point they may be turned against you or anyone and history proves this is true. Thus far in human development nothing has been found to replace the origin of Western liberty, the God of Christendom. This article isn’t about gun-control or murder or abortion, but liberty and Orwell’s observation that “to see what is in front of one’s nose needs a constant struggle.”

LETTER Continued from page 7 logic. It is simply an academic exercise. Logic would never inspire anyone, but a really sincere, person of good will would. The best place to see a description of a true Christian is in Christ’s very words in “The Sermon on the Mount.” Nothing could improve on that. (I would never bring up the question of faith, as it is so very personal. But he has done this very thing.) It is outrageous to state that atheism is important to liberals.This falsehood requires an apology. It behooves the writer to explain his statements regarding terrorism. Which liberals said that America causes terrorism? One, two, some, a few, many? Who? Now, those who think that we shouldn’t question the morality of increasing use of drones lack true American values. When many innocent lives are lost, why wouldn’t we debate the question of morality? We should not be afraid to criticize certain policies. We are better than that. People of good will should always do so because it makes us live up to our country’s ideals. The previous administration didn’t really bother with that, did they? No good American would ever refer to torture as

“enhanced interrogation,” It is immoral and un-American. Sen. McCain has been there and he knows. I am aware that I’m getting preachy, but I really am appalled by so much of what Dubiel writes and very offended. It’s propaganda, pure and simple. Why would you publish that? Perhaps you approve? The best I could hope for is that you, the editor with your board, reconsider what is appropriate for The Bugle.Yes, we all believe in freedom of speech, but you can’t just throw out “pants on fire statements.” If you are an arm of the Republican Party, then you should be up front about it. An important function of a community newspaper could be to review current legislate of the local towns it serves, and the Illinois state legislature. I have seen very informative columns regarding financial matters, especially of concern to senior citizens, in the paper. That is a good service.You could also summarize the Affordable Health Care act, which is still a big mystery to a lot of people. Of course you may not like it, but you would provide important information. (Just the facts, please.) For the sake of your integrity, I hope you will not want to serve the interests of extremism of any political party. The Bugle would then become a true community newspaper. Rose Mihelic

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Horoscopes Don’t let weeds spoil your garden. Use a discriminating eye to maintain a high level of quality, as substandard materials or cutting corners could ruin your whole project this week. Good times don’t cost anything.

Concentrate on the here and now. You may yearn for a better future, but it is a poor time for plotting a course. Your insights may be slightly off the mark this week, so be a careful observer before taking action.

Accentuate the positive. Be honest with yourself; admit your shortcomings and focus all your energies on tasks you can perform well. There is little to be gained from confrontations this week.

Stay on course. No matter what advice people give you about how to rectify a situation, your best bet is to stick with the original plan. Ground rules are likely to undergo an abrupt change this week.

Let it go. What has worked for you in the past may not be quite as effective in the week to come. It may be time for you to adopt a new approach and attack problems from a more educated perspective.

Don’t let sluggishness curtail your progress this week. Once you’ve chosen a course, go full speed ahead or else you may be stuck in neutral. Don’t let misunderstandings fester; clear the air as soon as possible.

The tiniest thorn can be the most painful this week. Ease the burden by eliminating the source of your problem before it causes more stress. Be flexible with your plans as priorities are likely to change rapidly.

Nothing lasts forever. You may be perfectly content to keep things the way they are, but you must adapt to an ever-changing world to keep pace. In the week ahead, don’t let nostalgia prevent you from moving forward.

Get the word from the wise. Take responsibility for your own actions, but allow yourself to be guided by someone whose credentials are impeccable. This week, forgiveness helps the forgetting.

Sometimes, the best course of action is to take no action at all. Signals might be garbled, but misunderstandings can be straightened out with a sincere fence-mending session. Don’t shake the tree this week.

Get a grip. Making decisions without adequate and accurate information is a recipe for disaster this week. Take time to check the facts or ask an expert before making a choice. Patch up a quarrel with an apology.

Take it as it comes this week. Meet challenges as they arise; don’t waste time worrying if pitfalls may lie around the next corner. Anticipating problems before they exist is a problem in itself.

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Stadler wins Encompass Championship By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

After going nine years without a Champions Tour win, Craig Stadler found the winners circle Sunday, June 23 at the Encompass Championship at North Shore Country Club in Glenview. Stadler enter the final round with a two-stroke lead and built as much as a five shot lead at one point in the round before holding on for a one stroke victory (203, 13-under par) over Fred Couples, who shot a six-under par 66 in the final round, but bogeyed the 18th hole. Stadler, 60, needed a 10-foot par save on the 18th hole to hold on for the win. “It’s been a long time,” Stadler said. “I made every putt I looked at the first two days. I hit a lot of good short irons and made a lot of putts. I gave myself a little cushion and I was able to stumble a few times. I pushed five straight putts right, so I aimed a couple inches left and I pushed it in the hole.” He had it to 16-under par after four birdies in the first six holes, but bogeyed three out of a four-hole stretch on the back nine before three final pars were enough. Couples, playing an hour ahead of the leaders, was fiveunder on the front nine and after a birdie on 14, got to 13-under par. However, he missed a couple good birdie chances on 15 and 16 and couldn’t get up-and-down from the greenside bunker on 18 after a poor approach shot from the fairway. “It was a pretty simple shot,” Couples said of the approach. “I played most of the well today and that one, the pin wasn’t even tucked away, I just call it a shank, it wasn’t very good. Par, par, bogey, that’s not how you want to do it when you’re behind.”

There was a seven-way tie for third place with a 205 total (Tom Pernice Jr., Kenny Perry, Mark O’Meara, Tom Lehman, Bernhard Langer, David Frost and Jeff Sluman).

NORTH SHORE A HIT In the first year of the Encompass Championship, the tournament was a major success at North Shore Country Club. “I think when everyone found out we were going to get to come here, we were all excited,” Bob Tway said. “The golf course is in unbelievable shape. I don’t know how you wouldn’t want to come here and play here every day, it is beautiful.” “It’s a great spot,” Couples stated. “I love Chicago and played as many Western Opens as I could and I hope we play here for a long time. (It was a) great crowd.” The winner was also a big fan of the course. “I absolutely love it,” Stadler said. “I played here a couple times when I was in college way back when. It’s probably the best fairways I’ve ever seen. “For a first year event, it exceeded all of our expectations. I think everyone will be back next year if they can.”

PRO-AM Lee Tenzer won the Amateur portion of the tournament, which took place Thursday and Friday. There were several sports celebrities who competed in the Pro-Am. Chicago Blackhawks announcer Pat Foley, former Washington Redskin and ESPN announcer Joe Theismann, former Chicago Bull Toni Kukoc and former Chicago Bear Brian See ENCOMPASS, page 13

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Craig Stadler brought home the Encompass Championship Sunday at North Shore Country Club. It was Stadler’s first Champions Tour win since 2004.

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Plainfield Central’s Nagle a jack of all trades By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

Last year Plainfield Central’s Morgan Vogt was named the Voyager Media Softball Player of the Year after her hitting and pitching led the Wildcats to a sectional title. Her stats - .411 batting average, 38 runs, 28 RBI and a 10-2 record on the mound with a 1.48 were impressive. Coming into this year, Central senior Kaleigh Nagle knew she had to be a similar player on the mound and at the plate in order for the Wildcats to be successful. All Nagle did this year was bat .451 with District 202 records for hits (60) and triples (9) in a season, while also contributing 12 doubles, seven homers, 32 RBI and 40 runs scored, just at the plate. In the circle she went 25-4 with a 1.41 ERA and her 49 career wins tied a district record.

She was able to do all that while leading the Wildcats to the sectional final and a Southwest Prairie Conference championship. For her efforts she is the 2013 Voyager Media Softball Player of the Year. “It’s definitely an honor,” Nagle said.“I worked hard to get to that point. It’s a good feeling. From the beginning of the season I came out really strong and had a good start. You lose a lot of leaders from last year’s team and you have to start leading.” “Our team goes as Kaleigh Nagle goes,” Central coach Anne Campbell said.“She is the leader of our team. She leads the team in average, RBI, homers, triples, etc. She is our defensive leader and fields the pitching position like no one else. The fact that she does not pitch at all except from Feb. 25th till we are done says a lot about her athleticism. To win 24 games pitching three months is incredible. She plays the game instinctively both

offensively and defensively. It has been fun to watch her for the past three seasons.” Nagle was most proud of her pitching after going nearly a year without stepping in the circle. “I wasn’t expecting to do that well since I hadn’t pitched in almost a year,” she said. “I was most proud of that.” Pitching wasn’t the only thing that changed for her this year. She also led off for the first time in her high school career. Coach Campbell had me and Kristina (Shahan) fill out a lineup card at the start of the year and both of us put me in the third spot,” Nagle said. “Coach wanted me to lead off because she wanted me to have the most at-bats. It wasn’t that different, you’re just the first person to see their pitcher and you have to let your teammates know what you see.” Nagle will go down in See ALL-AREA, page 14

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Plainfield Central’s Kaleigh Nagle is the Voyager Media Softball Player of the Year.

Sports ENCOMPASS Continued from page 11 Urlacher all tied for fifth. Former Bear Jay Hilgenberg tied for 27th, current Bear kicker Robbie Gould tied for 43rd and new Chicago Bears coach Marc Trestman was tied for 71st.

URLACHER The recently retired Urlacher talked about many things during a rain delay Friday. When asked about football, he said he has no desire to play and is not in football shape. He also said he doesn’t have the patience to be a coach at the collegiate or pro level and doesn’t see himself as a broadcaster on TV. “I don’t think I would be very good on TV broadcasting games,” he said. “He’s running left, he’s running right, 28 has the ball. I don’t know. We’ll see, I’ve got a lot of time to think about it.” For now, Urlacher is happy on the golf course, where he has spent much more time and took recent lessons to improve his swing. However, his putting is

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Brian Urlacher speaks at the Encompass Chmapionship during a rain delay. Urlacher finished in a tie for fifth among amatuers.

lagging behind. “I did (roll in a 40-footer),” Urlacher said. “I four-putter two holes later. Putting is killing me right now.” Urlacher is used to playing football in front of 60,000 fans, but isn’t a big fan of playing in front of a few hundred people on the course.

“If one person watches me, I’m nervous,” he said. “Golf’s different. Football, for the most part, I know what I’ doing most of the time.This out here, way different. I almost hit a couple people, two shanks today and I almost hit a lady and I almost hit a guy, but I didn’t.” Follow Scott @Taylor_Sports staylor@buglenewspapers.com

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doubles and 12 homers, while driving in 51 RBI.

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program history as not only one of the most successful individual players, but team players. “It’s not often Plainfield Central wins back-to-back regional titles and advances to the sectional final both years,” Nagle said. “It was a great accomplishment for us, even though we were hoping to go farther this year.” Nagle will be headed to the University of Illinois-Chicago next year. The rest of the members on the Voyager Media All-Area team are:

STEPHANIE ABELLO A sophomore from Benet, Abello batted .550 with nine

Andree moved down in the order for Downers South coach Ron Havelka’s squad this season—she led off for the Mustangs in 2012—and topped the team in both home runs (six) and RBIs (34). Andree batted .449 and also led the team in hits and doubles.

JENNIFER AMES She batted .402 with seven doubles, seven home runs and 28 RBI for Joliet West.

ASHLEY BECK Sophomore batted .470 with 24 hits, six doubles, two home runs and 16 RBI.

Sports EMILY BERNATH T h e versatile Bernath, a junior from Resurrection, played six positions last season as a sophomore for the Bandits. Coach Tom Stein started her at shortstop at the beginning of this year, but eventually moved her back to the outfield, where she excelled. Bernath tied for the team lead in home runs (five) and had 30 RBIs while hitting .479. “One of the coaches (in the Bandits’ conference, the GCAC), compared her a lot to Mickey Mantle,” said Stein. “She’s big, strong and very fast. She’s a threesport athlete (golf, basketball and softball), but I think softball is probably her best sport. If they keep her in the outfield where she can use that speed and big arm, that’s her best bet I think. She was a consistent hitter for us all year long.”

JENNA CHRISTIE Christie finished 9-14 on a 16-19 Maine South squad during 2013, but her wonloss record is deceiving. The junior emerged as one of the top strikeout pitchers in the Chicago area, whiffing a schoolrecord 207 in 144 innings and besting the old school mark by 51. “It’s really a shame that her record wasn’t better than it was,” Maine South coach Emmy Paiser said. “Her ERA (2.50) was good, considering the opponents that we played (in the CSL South and non-conference). We had a lot of errors early on in the season. If she continues to work on what she needs to work on and our defense improves, she will be a force to be reckoned with.”

ADRI CURA Junior from Plainfield South got off to a red-hot start to the season. She finished with a .391 average with six doubles, five homers and 28 RBI.

CAITLYN DALY Daly’s power numbers were right up there with her

teammate Downers South teammate, Jessica Andree. The junior cracked five homers, drove in 30 runs and hit .407 while playing what coach Havelka described as a “really outstanding center field.” Daly threw three opposing baserunners out at the plate during the postseason. “She’s got great range out there,” Havelka said. “She gets a great jump on the ball and really worked on this and improved on it. She’s very fast and covers a lot of territory. She solidifies our outfield and has come up with some big hits, too.”

CARLY DUNDEE Senior batted .419 for Lockport with six home runs, 20 RBI and 41 runs scored from the leadoff spot in the order. In the circle, she was 10-5 with one save a 2.70 ERA and a 1.32 WHIP. She will attend the University of Wisconsin-Parkside.

EMILY EICHHOLZER Eichholzer batted .427 for Joliet Central with 34 RBI, four home runs and nine doubles.

ROSA GONZALEZ Gonzalez batted .559 with two home runs, four triples, six doubles and 18 RBI.

COURTNEY GRASZ T h e Resurrection j u n i o r recovered from an off-season shoulder injury and made the all-GCAC team for the second straight season. She hit a robust .495 with 21 doubles—leading the team in both categories— and batted in 32 runs while hitting third in the lineup. Grasz also played a near flawless third base, registering a .956 fielding percentage. “She should be thinking Player of the Year in the GCAC (next season) because she’s that good,” Stein said. “Some players, when they go up to hit, the game seems to slow down, and that was the case for her. She’s a warrior; she never makes an excuse. She’s the perfect team player. The sky’s the limit for her.”

JORDAN HARBACEK The Plainfield South sophomore batted .429 with six homers and 25 RBI. She also went 18-7 on the mound with 135 strikeouts and a 2.38 ERA.

CAROLINE HEDGCOCK Only a freshman, Hedgcock pitched with the poise of an experienced varsity player during the Mustangs’ march to the Rosemont Supersectional. The lefty out-dueled Downers North standout Elaine Heflin during a thrilling 3-2 victory for the sectional title. After starting out 4-6, she turned her season around and finished with a 15-8 record, which included 23 complete games and a 2.90 ERA. Hitting-wise, she had a .368 average and 25 RBI. “She’s a very confident and very intelligent young lady,” Havelka said. “I think she’s got a great future ahead of her. I think she has unlimited potential. She keeps the ball down, and when she’s on, we’re getting outs on grounders and that helps us a lot. She throws a fastball that almost has a cutter feel to it. When she’s on she’s very effective with that.”

ELAINE HEFLIN Senior ace for Downers North stepped up when fellow pitcher Dale Ryndak went down with an injury. She went 17-5 with 267 strikeouts and a 0.96 ERA.

JACKIE LILEK Senior hit .337 with 33 hits and 25 RBI for Minooka. One of two pitchers for the Indians went 13-3 with 79 strikeouts with a 2.50 ERA. Will play next season at North Dakota.

MEGAN LOTARSKI She posted a Bolingbrook school record 138 strikeouts on the season with only 27 walks. Lotarski posted a 1.64 ERA and a 1.04 WHIP and a 9-8 record.

NINA MAGGIO Maggio led Plainfield East with a .405 batting average. She also had 11 doubles, four homers and 16 RBI from the leadoff position. See ALL-AREA, page 15

Sports ALL-AREA Continued from page 14

MAEVE MCGUIRE The 2012 NFCA First Team AllAmerican in 2012 had an equally impressive year this year. She batted .516 with nine doubles, nine homers and 51 RBI for Benet. “Maeve is known for her hitting and is one of the most feared hitters in the state, (she has been walked 25 times and HBP 5 times in 29 games, averaging 1 per game),” Schilf said.“She has exclusively played outfield for us her first three seasons. “However, when our first basemen was moved to the pitching mound due to a season ending injury Maeve was moved to first and play flawlessly, when our catcher went down with an injury, Maeve stepped up to player catcher, a position she had not played in seven years. You would never know it by watching her catch, she brings a gun to the position and is 8-for-8 in throwing out would be base stealers.”

CAROLYN NOJIRI Downers North senior had a .519 batting average with 14 RBI, three homers, 33 runs scored and nine doubles.

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KRISTINA SHAHAN

University of Wisconsinbound shortstop and pitcher for Minooka batted .428 with four doubles, seven home runs, 47 hits, 27 RBI and 30 runs scored. As a pitcher, she was 8-4, with a 3.77 ERA and 133 strikeouts.

Senior from Plainfield Central batted .411 with eight doubles and 22 RBI. “Kristina really came into herself this year,”.“She has done a great job of working with Nagle and her pitch calling has helped make Nagle successful,” Campbell stated. ”She leads our team on the field and her demeanor keeps everyone loose and relaxed. She has hit well for us in the four spot all year.”

MARISSA PANKO Panko, who has verbally committed to Northwestern, batted .523 with 11 doubles, three triples, five homers and 29 RBI. “She moved to the leadoff spot this year, and causes all kinds of problems for defenses,” Schilf stated.“She can bunt, slap, hit for average and hit for power. She is the best defensive player in the area, not just best shortstop. She makes difficult plays look routine. She can go deep in the hole and throw out the fastest of runners.”

MICHAELA SCHLATTMANN Schlattmann drove home 29 runs on the year, while batting .385 with seven doubles and three homers. “Michaela has been consistent and led our infield,” Campbell said. “Michaela leads the team in steals. She is capable of hitting the long ball and singles and has a strong arm at short.”

KRISTEN SKALA Skala, a Westmont sophomore, gave foes fits all season, whether it was toeing the pitching rubber or digging into the batter’s box. The two-time all-I-8 selection hit .437 with nine triples, three homers and a team-high 24 RBI. On the hill, Skala fanned 178 in 128 innings, had a 1.96 ERA and an 11-9 record. “She made some big strides on how to pitch to a batter and her approach to each batter,” Westmont coach Jason Bolden said. “I saw her really, really focused on how to attack a batter; with kids that’s difficult to teach. I’m really looking forward to her being a dominant force next year.”

KELSEY SMITH Minooka catcher batted .437 with 38 hits, six doubles and 15

THE BUGLE JUNE 27, 2013 RBI for the state champions. Will play next season at the University of Illinois-Chicago. “She played the year a little injured, but is one of the toughest girls on the team,” Brown said. “She called a great game and came up with clutch hits all year.”

SUMMER STITT The junior, who’s started for Lisle since her freshman year— she was the leadoff hitter on the 2011 Class 2A fourth-place state team—took the mound this season for the first time since the eighth grade and pitched admirably. She posted an 11-9 record, with a 2.17 ERA and 124 strikeouts. “We talked to her about making sure she kept us in games, and she did that,” Lisle coach Jen Pomatto said. When she wasn’t pitching, the All-I-8 player hit .429 with a .526 on-base percentage and struck out only seven times in 94 plate appearances. “One of the things we talked

to her about was that she wasn’t going to get as many pitches as she’d like,” Pomatto said. “As a third-year varsity player they’d (opponents) rather have somebody else beat her. That took some getting used to, but she did a nice job.”

JOY TREASURE She hit .402 with nine doubles and 28 RBI for Joliet West. In the circle, Treasure was 10-3 with a 3.13 ERA and 61 strikeouts.

GABBY VOULGARIS Hit .346 for the Porters with 21 of her 40 hits being for extra bases. She posted 15 doubles, two triples and four home runs and drove in 39 RBI. “Gabby is the top RBI getter on the team,” Chovanec said. “Her strength and power at the plate has helped us continue to put runs on the board and leads the team in most doubles.” Mark Gregory and Mike Sandrolini also contributed

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Pastrana, Smith serve ice cream in Chicago On June 17, NASCAR Nationwide Series drivers Travis Pastrana and Regan Smith made stops around the city of Chicago passing out ice cream in anticipation of Chicagoland Speedway’s Rally, Rock & Race this July 19-21. For a suggested $1 donation, Pastrana and Smith each pedaled their featured item, a bomb pop for Pastrana and an ice cream sandwich for Smith, with Smith narrowly outselling Pastrana by $2 after over 500 pieces of ice cream were handed out. The two drivers raised over $600 throughout the day, with Chicagoland Speedway’s R.A.C.E. Foundation, a donor advised fund of the NASCAR Foundation, making an additional donation to bring the total charitable

contribution to $2,000. The friendly competition all benefitted the Charlie Dean Leffler Charity Fund, established in the wake of NASCAR driver Jason Leffler’s death last week. This trust will serve as the official fund for Jason’s five-year-old son, Charlie, and provide for his future needs. “This was my first trip to downtown Chicago and we had a great time out here while raising money for a cause near and dear to our hearts,” said Regan Smith, the current points leader in the NASCAR Nationwide Series. “I want to thank everyone who came out today to help us raise money. We will see you this July at Chicagoland Speedway.” Pastrana and Smith drove the Chicagoland Speedway Rally,

Courtesy of Chicagoland Speedway

Chicagoland mascot Dash (left), NASCAR Nationwide Series drivers Regan Smith (center) and Travis Pastrana (right) raised over $600 throughout the day, with Chicagoland Speedway’s R.A.C.E. Foundation, a donor advised fund of the NASCAR Foundation, making an additional donation to bring the total charitable contribution to $2,000.

Rock & Race ice cream truck to stops at 190 N State Street, Millennium Park and Pioneer Court off the Magnificent Mile with the final destination at Lettuce Entertain You restaurant, Bub City. “I’ve spent a lot of time in Chicago over the years and it’s always one of my favorite places to be,” said Pastrana, who is in his first full season in the NASCAR Nationwide Series. “Regan edged me out there at the end today,

although I still think he might have taken some liberties with self-funding. We enjoyed getting to meet everyone and we’re excited to be back here two more times this season.” Pastrana, an 11-time X-Games gold medalist, and Smith, coming off a win this past weekend at Michigan International Speedway, participated in a question-andanswer session with fans at Bub City to end the day. The Rally, Rock & Race weekenwill

be headlined by the STP 300 NASCAR Nationwide Series race on Sunday, a rare off weekend for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Following the STP 300, the future stars of NASCAR will take to the 1.5-mile oval in the Ansell ActivArmr® 150 ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards.The weekend also features two nights of the Traxxas TORC Series, complete with Baja-style off-road racing at Route 66 Raceway’s dirt oval.

WEEKLY RACING UPDATE STANDINGS

TRUEX JR. BREAKS THROUGH For Martin Truex Jr., a welcome oasis called Sonoma Raceway at long last ended one of the longest droughts in NASCAR racing. With a convincing victory in Sunday’s Toyota Save Mart 350, Truex ended a winless streak of 218 races dating to June 4, 2007 at Dover, where he finished 7,355 seconds ahead of runner-up Ryan Newman. On Sunday at Sonoma, Truex beat secondplace Jeff Gordon by and even bigger margin—8.133 seconds—as Juan Pablo Montoya dropped from the second position after running out of fuel on the next-to-last lap. Truex set a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series record for the largest number of races between a driver’s first and second victories. Carl Edwards ran third, followed by Kurt Busch, who rallied from consecutive pit road speeding penalties to score his fourth top five of the season. Clint Bowyer, last year’s winner, came home fifth, followed Kasey Kahne and Marcos Ambrose. Greg Biffle, series leader Jimmie Johnson and Kevin Harvick completed the top 10. Montoya, who was running second with two laps left, fell to 34th at the finish after running out of fuel.

2012 Sprint Cup Series 1) Jimmie Johnson 573 2) Carl Edwards -25 3) Clint Bowyer - 45 4) Kevin Harvick -63 5) Matt Kenseth -92 6) Greg Biffle -94 7) Dale Earnhardt, Jr. - 94 8) Kyle Busch -112 9) Brad Keselowski -119 10) Martin Truex, Jr. -120 11) Kasey Kahne -128 12) Paul Menard -128

2013 Nationwide Series 1) Regan Smith 2) Justin Allgaier 3) Sam Hornish, Jr 4) Austin Dillon 5) Elliot Sadler

507 -28 -30 -45 -48

2013 Toyota/Save Mart 350 finishers 1) Martin Truex, Jr. 2) Jeff Gordon 3) Carl Edwards 4) Kurt Busch 5) Clint Bowyer 6) Kasey Kahne 7) Marcos Ambrose 8) Greg Biffle 9) Jimmie Johnson 10) Kevin Harvick 11) Joey Logano 12) Dale Earnhardt, Jr. 13) Brian Vickers 14) Paul Menard 15) Ryan Newman 16) Casey Meard 17)Travis Kvapil 18) Boris Said 19) Matt Kenseth 20) Aric Almirola

Food

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A summer treat for which we all

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e’re just a couple of weeks into summer. The weather has warmed up. My sons have finished their school year-one of them even just graduated from high school! And soon we’ll be getting away for some vacation time. We all dream about summer vacation. But there has always been one treat that, ever since I was a young boy myself growing up in Austria, made me feel like I was on vacation whenever and wherever I ate it: ice cream. One lick, and I felt like I was miles away from my everyday world, enjoying the good life. Like so many foods, I think ice cream often tastes the best when you make it yourself. Sure, there are great brands of premium frozen desserts, with all kinds of flavors and special additions mixed in. Read the labels on some of those products, though, and you might be surprised at what ingredients go into what we think of as one of the purest and most basic comfort foods. When you make your own ice cream, there’s no doubt about what you’re eating. Classic versions are based on just a few simple ingredients: cream, of course; milk, because ice creams made with cream alone would be just too rich;

egg yolks, which thicken the base mixture of what used to be called “frozen custard,” adding distinctive flavor and subtle golden color; some sort of sweetener; and flavors or mixins of choice. As for the flavor, I often choose chocolate, one of my alltime favorite sweets in any form. And I’ll make my ice cream

good and chocolaty-in fact, I use so much in my Milk Chocolate Malt Ice Cream that I don’t even include any extra sugar to sweeten the mixture. But I do add something that gives the ice cream an extra dimension of flavor-malt powder, usually made from a combination of wheat and malted barley, which contributes a wonderfully full,

toasty flavor that complements that of the chocolate and makes many people who taste the results think of the old corner soda fountains or malt shops of their childhoods. It’s the feeling of returning to childhood, I think, that makes ice cream so appealing to just about everybody. Whether you enjoy this recipe on its own in

a bowl or cone; sandwiched between two big cookies; drizzled with chocolate sauce or topped with a dollop of whipped cream; or elaborated with toasted nuts or candy sprinkles or anything else you might care to add, it will help make you feel like the pleasures of a long, happy summer are stretching out in front of you.

MILK CHOCOLATE MALT ICE CREAM Makes about 1-1/2 quarts 2 cups milk 2 cups heavy cream 8 large cage-free egg yolks 10 ounces organic milk chocolate, broken or cut into small chunks, or milk chocolate chips 1/2 cup malt powder, such as Horlick’s brand In a large, heavy saucepan, combine the milk and cream. Place the pan over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, put the egg yolks in a large stainless-steel mixing bowl. With a

wire whisk, beat the egg yolks just until smooth. When the milk reaches a boil, remove it from the heat. While whisking the yolks continuously, slowly and carefully drizzle in the hot milk. When all the milk has been incorporated into the yolks, pour the mixture into the saucepan. Place the pan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon and taking care to scrape the bottom and sides of the pan, until the mixture has thickened enough to coat the back of the spoon, 7 to 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, bring about 2 inches of water to a boil in the bottom pan of a double boiler or in a small saucepan. Reduce the heat to maintain a bare simmer. Put the chocolate in the top half of the double boiler or in a small stainless-steel bowl resting on the rim of the pan without its bottom touching the water. When the chocolate has melted, whisk it into the hot milk mixture. With a ladle, transfer 1 cup of the hot milk mixture to a small bowl. Add the malt powder and stir until it has dissolved completely, then pour back

into the saucepan and stir thoroughly. Pour the mixture through a finemeshed strainer into a clean, large mixing bowl. Set the bowl inside another bowl half-filled with ice cubes and water. Stir occasionally until the mixture has cooled. Transfer the mixture to an icecream maker and freeze, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Serve immediately. Or transfer to a covered container and store in the freezer, transferring the ice cream to the refrigerator about 15 minutes before serving to soften it for scooping.

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Business & Real Estate

Smart to combine mortgage, credit line? Dear Dave, My son has a $115,000 mortgage at 5.8 percent. He also has a home equity line of credit of $40,000 at 9 percent. Currently, he can get a 30-year loan at 3.5 percent, or a 15-year note at 2.75 percent. His takehome pay is between $70,000 and $80,000 a year, and these are his only debts. Should he combine the mortgages into one loan? Daniel Dear Daniel, First, I only recommend mortgages of 15 years or less. Now we’re looking at a 2.75 percent loan versus a 5.8 percent loan versus a 9 percent loan. I advise people to put home equity loans under Baby Step 2 of my plan, which is pay off all debt except for the house, provided that the loan is less than half of your annual income. Based on the income figures you

gave, this situation is kind of on the bubble. If I were in your son’s shoes, I’d probably combine the two loans and refinance. I’d go for a new $155,000 fixed-rate mortgage at 2.75 percent, with no balloons and no calls. This kid can live a good life and get the mortgage paid off pretty quickly with the kind of money he’s making. But if it’s me, I’m getting as short a term as possible on a refinance—maybe even a 10year note instead of 15 years. Just imagine him getting all this knocked out and still having the majority of his life ahead of him. That’s financial peace! —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.

Help coworker choose diversity Q. I work with somebody who is a strict vegan. Not a problem except that when we have a party, go out to lunch with customers, or eat in the break room, she gives us judgmental looks and comments about meat. I don’t mind her making a choice for herself, but the disapproving glares and remarks are super annoying. How can I get her to stop? A. You can get her to stop by supporting her in becoming aware it is not her choice regarding food but rather her judgmental attitude that is the problem. No one in any workplace wants to be constantly exposed to criticism because they don’t agree with a coworker. Obviously there are behaviors in the workplace that affect others adversely. If I chose to smoke within an office, my second-hand smoke will harm my others. If I chose to blast my brand of music, my coworkers are forced to listen. However, my religion, the food I choose to eat and my sexual orientation

are things that coworkers should normally are not affected by. If I’m sexually harassing a same gender coworker, yes, I’m harming my coworker. If I insist on not participating in reasonable office duties because of my religion, there could be problems. But, again, normally these personal choices don’t affect an office. When you have a coworker who uses topics like religion, food or even politics to create problems at work, it isn’t about the topic. Many people who are judgmental in their personal life are just itching for something to fight about. God, politics and food will do just fine as soap boxes. So even if one of the world’s great religions had a teacher who said,“Love each other as I have loved you,”your religious coworker may use this topic to judge, not love, you.And even if your vegan coworker believes you should be kind to animals, she may be cruel to you. I know this is a behavioral paradox, but it is common among judgmental people. Approach your coworker privately and let her know you respect her ethical decisions about food. Let her know that your health and choices on what to eat are different.Tell her that you (and probably your customers) are feeling increasingly uncomfortable sharing meals. Ask her if she would like to continue to participate in meal events. If she wants to be invited, then request she use these opportunities to build social relationships rather

than educate those who make different nutritional choices. I had a client with a judgmental vegan coworker. When my client was pregnant, she used this approach quite successfully. She simply told her vegan coworker that her doctor had insisted she put the health of baby first.The vegan never made a critical remark again. Remember when you run into someone with a judgmental soap box at work: it is not about the topic.You are simply dealing with a person who has found a good reason to express why he or she is superior. Coworkers who have this bad habit are mostly highly insecure and figure a good defense is to be offensive. If you can point out the fallout of their behavior and give them better choices without attacking their selfesteem, they may listen.The richness of our workplaces requires diversity.And, diversity can’t thrive without a tolerance of our differences.

The last word(s) Q. I hate receiving snippy emails. Is there an easy to put people who write rude emails in their place? A. Yes, pause before attacking and explore whether what you heard was what they meant. There is always time to counterattack if you are right. Daneen Skube, Ph.D., executive coach, trainer, therapist and speaker, also appears as the FOX Channel’s “Workplace Guru” each Monday morning. She’s the author of “Interpersonal Edge: Breakthrough Tools for Talking to Anyone, Anywhere, About Anything” (Hay House, 2006). You can contact Dr. Skube at www. interpersonaledge.com or 1420 NW Gilman Blvd., #2845, Issaquah, WA 98027. Sorry, no personal replies.

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Senior Style Niles Senior Center For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, please check the Naturally Active Program Guides or call the Niles Senior Center at 588-8420. Information about the Niles Senior Center can be found on the Village of Niles Website at www.vniles.com. Click on “Departments” (upper left), and then Click on “Senior” You can now see what’s new at the Senior Center. Advanced registration is required for programs. For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, call the Niles Senior Center at 847588-8420 Individuals must be a registered member of the Niles Senior Center to receive the member price. Non members are invited to participate in programs at the non-member price. For more information about membership and programs, contact the Senior Center. Active Senior Expo Set For June 26 At White Eagle Banquets In Niles Active Senior Expo, an event “Dedicated to inform, educate and entertain senior citizens”, will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at White Eagle Banquets, 6839 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Niles. Show hours are 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Active Senior Expo features hundreds of products and services designed specifically for seniors. Offerings include health care, retirement communities, assisted living, financial, insurance, legal, estate planning, home care, travel, consumer products, government programs and more. Special attractions include free health screenings and door prize drawings. The Ron and Sandie Sing & Swing Musical Show will be presented live at Noon. The following seminars are free for all attendees: 10 a.m. How To Bag Better Nutrition With NuVal Presented by Meijer 11 a.m. Understanding Medicare Presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois Noon Six Steps To Help Secure Your Retirement Presented by Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC 1 p.m. Older Adults:

Take Aim Against Silent Killer Presented by Presence Medical Group No registration is required and regular admission to the event is $2. However, free admission coupons are widely available and attendees can obtain a free admission coupon by visiting www.activeseniorexpo.net. Parking is free. The presenting sponsor ofActive Senior Expo is Chicagoland’s Senior News,“The Premier News Source for Active Adults Age 50 and Better”. Major sponsors are Journal & Topics Newspapers, Alternatives For Seniors and Humana MarketPoint. For further information, contact Silver Star Expositions at (630) 620-6347. Fax: (630) 6207996. E-Mail: activeseniorexpo@ hotmail.com. Issues in the News • 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays This dynamic, refreshing class is led by long time leader of this program,Arlene Golub. This group is filled with folks from all walks of life, retired or not, who want to keep abreast of a broad spectrum of what is occurring locally and worldwide. Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Please call the NSC at 847-588-8420 for more information. Got the dot? It may save your life Assist first responders with the information they need. Become part of the Illinois Dot Program. The Illinois Dot Program is a statewide initiative designed to provide vital medical information on vehicle drivers and passengers. Information contained on the medical card can assist first responders in the “Golden Hour” immediately following a serious crash. This can very well mean the difference between life and death. For more information, please contact the Niles Senior Center (847 588-8420). Bridge Players Needed – All Levels Come and join our social bridge group. We meet every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m at the Niles Senior Center. For information contact Jaymi Blickhahn at (847) 599-4220 Dinner & Movie - “Safe Haven” Exploring America’s National Parks Luncheon & Presentation • Noon to 2:30 p.m., See SENIOR, page 21

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SENIOR Continued from page 20 Wednesday, June 26 $12M/$17NM Presented by Jim Rowan, Photographer. The United States began the national park idea with the creation of Yellowstone National Park in 1872. Today the park system maintains nearly 400 sites including parks, monuments, seashores and lakeshores, preserving remnants of the original ecosystems of the United States. In this program, we’ll visit some of these areas and see some of America’s most beautiful places. Before the journey begins, we will indulge with a BLT sandwich, coleslaw, and dessert. Relay for Life American Cancer Society Event • 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, June 28, Maine West High School, Wolf & Oakton, Des Plaines. Free admission Help us cheer on the NSC Cancer Survivor Group as they walk victory laps on the track. Join us as we celebrate birthdays for those who have beaten cancer. There will be food, face painting, games, and activities. A Luminaria Ceremony takes place after dark, so we can remember people we have lost to cancer, honor people who have fought cancer in the past, and support those whose fight continues. Candles are lit inside of personalized bags and are placed around the Relay track as glowing tributes to those who’ve been affected by cancer. Lunch to Benefit… M-NASR Liponi Foundation • 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, July 1, or while supplies last. $3, paid at the door Treat your friends & family to a delicious lunch! The Liponi Foundation for Special Recreation was formed in 1990 to facilitate participation by children and adults with disabilities in recreation programs. Lunch will be mostaccioli with meat sauce, a roll and a cookie. Men’s Club Meeting • 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, July 15. $5M/$7.50NM, advance registration is required. This is a SHOOT OUT meeting! Lunch is a beef sandwich, chips, and dessert. Women’s Club Meeting

• 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 22, $5M/$7.50NM Lunch is chicken salad, a croissant, fruit and a cookie. Entertainment by Ron & Sandie will follow the meal. Cubs vs Brewers at Milwaukee’s Miller Park • 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, $62M/$67NM. Join us as we head to Miller Park to see our Chicago Cubs take on the Milwaukee Brewers. The seats are in section 109. Fantastic seats. Lunch will be on your own.

Park Ridge Senior Center The Park Ridge Senior Center is now accepting half-price memberships that run through June 30, 2013. Cost for a single resident is $22.50; resident couples, $34.00: non-resident single, $31.50 and non-resident couple, $48.50. There are special rates for those members 90 years of age and older. Call the center at 847-692-3597 for further details. Non-members can drop in and pay a $2 fee to participate at the Center. This is a good way to become familiar with all the activities. Bridge If bridge is of interest there are several opportunities to enjoy the game. Groups meet on Friday mornings, Sunday afternoons, and Couple’s Bridge meets the first Thursday of the month. Call the Center at 847692-3597 for more information or to be put in tough with one of the group moderators. Membership dues Membership dues for the 2012year are being accepted. The dues are: single $45 resident/$63 non-resident and couple (must reside in the same household) $68 resident/$97 non-resident. Bring in a new member and receive a $5 gift card. Ask the front desk for more details. Exercise class Jo Buck continues her exercise classes at 9and 10:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. This class covers a variety of movements including stretching, strength training and floor exercise. The first class is free. After that it is $2 each time you come. Ongoing activities Following are number of

ongoing activities at the Center: • Woodcarvers meet Thursdays at 9 a.m.…a free activity: • Gamers, 1 to 4:30 p.m. Fridays play dominos, hand and foot, scrabble for rummikube … also free. • Ceramics students meet 9:30 a.m. to noon Mondays and Tuesdays and work on projects of your choice. There is a charge of $7 per class. • Pinochle players meet the second Monday,Third Thursday and every Saturday of the month at 1 p.m. • Table tennis players start play at 1 p.m.Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday. All abilities are welcome for this free activity. • Bocce ball players gather just north of the Center at 10 a.m.Wednesday. Ken Hewelt is bocce master and will explain how the game is played. • Have you ever thought of tap dancing? This is a fun way of exercising. The class is at 12:30 p.m.Tuesdays.The fee is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers.

Morton Grove Senior Center

North Shore Senior Center offers programs, classes, activities, and travel opportunities for adults at the American Legion Memorial Civic Center at 6140 Dempster Street. You may register for all programs at the Center or call 847-470-5223. What’s French About the French? • 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19 Take a look at French culture and learn about French cuisine, restaurants, markets, and the latest trends in dining with Sara Drower,Artist & World Traveler. Go shopping and look at French fashion and design, language, and everyday life.Travel around France and discover how the French word ‘terroir’ gives a sense of place and makes each part of France unique through its customs, festivals, markets, foods,

Obituary Mary Malochleb Mary Malochleb beloved wife of the late Edward; loving mother of Margaret and Charles; dear sister or Dorothy Pilgoste. Visitation was at the St. Matthew Home 1601 N. Western Avenue Park Ridge on Friday

and traditions. Fees: $8 member; $10 non-member . Night (H)owls: Late Night TV Pioneers • 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20 Not too long ago, a young comedian from Nebraska was America’s most popular bedroom companion...for nearly 30 years.The laughter Johnny Carson and his predecessors provided echoes in the TV studios that today feature Leno, Letterman, O’Brien and Ferguson.This Bob Burton presentation highlights memorable moments from the ground-breaking days of late night TV and discusses how late night television has grown up. You won’t fall asleep during this lively, eye-opening program! Fee: $8 member; $10 non-member Caregiver Support Group •10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 26 Are you caring for an older adult? Are you caring for your spouse/partner, mom, or dad? Join others on a similar journey to discuss caregiving issues and concerns. Because the focus of a caregiver support group is the caregiver, caregivers can openly discuss their own difficulties in a caring non-judgmental atmosphere.This group will meet the fourth Wednesday of each month. For additional information contact Caregiver Specialist, Lauretta Hart, L. P. C. at 847.424.5661 or lhart@nssc.org Volunteer opportunities

from 9:00 AM until time of service 10:00 AM. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers memorials to the Passionist Fathers, Maryknoll, or Mercy Home for Boys and Girls appreciated. 847 966 7302 or skajafuneralhomes. com.

Do you have great people skills? Do you enjoy reception work? North Shore Senior Center in Morton Grove has opening for people to help at our front desk, greeting guests, directing calls, and assisting with registrations. Please contact Volunteer Services at 847.784.6052 for details. Lunch & Bingo Join us Wednesday for lunch from a local restaurant and a lively Bingo session with prizes. Senior Center membership Become a member of North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus and enjoy opportunities to live longer, happier, healthier lives through an array of programs, activities, trips and services. Members receive a discount on all programs, activities, and trips, Lifelong Learning Program Catalog, information on local, state, and federal issues affecting seniors, and invitations to special events and presentations. Membership dues are $20 for an individual and $35 for a couple/household for a full year. Everyone welcome! Call North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus at 847470-5223 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or stop by the Senior Center, 6140 Dempster Street in Morton Grove, to become a member.

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Eating Well in Europe Tempting plates in Spain’s tapas bars make it easy to sample new foods

ne of the great joys of European travel is eating. If you let yourself tune in to the experience, a meal is a travel thrill in itself - as inspiring as visiting an art gallery and as stimulating as a good massage. I have only a few basic rules for eating my way through Europe. Find places outside the tourist zones. Go for local specialties. Eat seasonally. Most of all, eat fearlessly, trying things you’ve never had in places you’ve never been. Begin by looking for welcoming spots filled with locals. On a recent visit to France, I sat amid a crush of happy French diners in an atmospheric, wood-timbered restaurant. Glasses filled the room like crystal flowers; portraits of long-forgotten city fathers kept an eye on us from the walls. I ordered top end, my travel partner took the basic menu, and as usual, we shared. To start, we treated ourselves to a dozen juicy escargots. I gently pried a snail out of its shell and popped it into my mouth. The taste was so striking that I found myself requesting silence at the table. It was just my mouth and the garlic-drenched snails, all alone on the dance floor of my palate. It was a joy ride for the senses. Especially in countries with noteworthy cuisines, I recommend an occasional gourmet splurge like my meal in France. But all across Europe there are eating options to fit every budget and taste. And now that most interiors in Europe are essentially smoke-free, you can breathe while you eat. Most restaurants have a well-priced menu of the day offering a choice of appetizer, entree, and dessert at a fixed

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Tempting plates in Spain’s tapas bars make it easy to sample new foods.

amount. These menus aren’t just for tourists; savvy local diners are quick to order the daily special. If you aren’t sure what to choose, take a minute before you order to observe what’s being served on the tables around you. I like to stretch my budget (and conserve my waistline) by sharing dishes. Don’t be intimidated by a menu listing multiple courses - you’re not expected to order one of each. A good rule of thumb is for each person to order any two courses. For example, two people can order and share one appetizer, one pasta dish, one fish dish, and one dessert - or choose two appetizers and two pastas - or whatever combination appeals. Wherever you dine, you’ll eat better if you understand the basic menu terms. A

phrase book can help you get trota (trout) instead of tripa (innards) in Italy, and ostras (oysters) instead of orejas (pigs’ ears) in Spain. Adapt to the culture you’re visiting. In most European restaurants, dining is not rushed, and the table is yours for the entire evening. The waiter or waitress is there to serve you, but will remain in the background. Out of courtesy, you won’t be presented with the bill until you ask for it. Many sit-down restaurants take the mystery out of tipping by including a service charge in the bill. Study the menu for words like “service compris” or “servizio incluso.” An additional tip is not expected in these cases, but if you liked the service, simply round up the bill a bit (if your check is 18.80 euros, leave

20 euros). This varies from country to country, so get advice from locals. Every country in Europe has its own cheap and delicious street food. In Greece try the corner souvlaki stand. For fast food Istanbul style, grab a fishwich at the waterfront, fresh from the guys who caught it. Order up a razor-thin crepe from a street vendor in Paris, and then choose a filling to make it savory or sweet. If you’d rather take a seat while you eat, there are lots of casual bars and bistros. Eating at a corner cafe costs only a little more than lunch at a fast-food joint, but you’ll be chowing down on good local fare. One of the best examples of this is in Spain. Every town tempts you with tapas bars, where you belly up to the bar

and just point at appetizers you’d like to try. In Denmark, I love the traditional openfaced sandwiches, with simple toppings elegantly perched on a slice of bread. In Bavaria, there’s nothing more local than a knuckle of pork, spiralcut radishes, sauerkraut, and a huge pretzel. When I’m enjoying a meal, I always appreciate hearing the quiet murmurs of other diners. It lets me know that I’m among likeminded souls who treat eating as bliss. Communing with others over good food, served in a setting respectful of tradition and place, is cultural tourism at its tastiest. Rick Steves (www.ricksteves.com) writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio. Email him at rick@ricksteves.com and follow his blog on Facebook.

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News Briefs Iannelli statue will return to Park Ridge A 12-foot-tall rendering of the Virgin Mary created by Alfonso Iannelli will return to his Park Ridge studios after being in storage for more than 30 years. The Kalo Foundation will oversee the return the statue to the Iannelli Studios Heritage Center.

Labor contract dispute in Park Ridge Members of a Park Ridge employees’ union claim the provisions of its new contract are not be provisions are not being honored by city. Local 150 of the International Union of Operating Engineers said paychecks had $68 more for health insurance co-payments since May 1, but new salary rates were not included as of that date. This comes a month after Park Ridge aldermen agreed to a new contract with the union. The dispute is now before the Illinois Labor Relations Board.

Metra CEO resigns Metra CEO Alex Clifford resigned from his position June 21 after agreeing to take a $442,237 buyout. He had eight months left on his contract with Metra. Metra’s chairman called the buyout amount “generous”. Two executive staff members will temporarily lead Metra. Under Clifford’s tenure Metra had its biggest fare hike in history. This fare hike was followed by an increase in the cost of its popular 10-ride ticket. In

January, Metra also gave out $1.4 million in raises and benefits to 300 non-union employees who it said were making “below-market-average” wages.

Lifeway Foods expanding Lifeway recently purchased bankrupt Golden Guernsey Dairy LLC and its 170,000-square-foot facility in Waukesha, Wis. for $7.4 million. Golden previously sold milk to Lifeway before it went out of business last year. Lifeway, known for its production of kefir, a cultured dairy product similar to yogurt, has nearly 300 employees between its 50,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in Morton Grove and its 100,000-squarefoot distribution center in Niles. Now the parts of the Wisconsin dairy will be retrofitted to produce kefir while the rest will be used to produce milk. Lifeaway plans on rehiring the employees who worked for Golden before it closed.

Niles residents can get electric bill discounts Last month the Niles village board voted to adopt an electrical aggregation plan and agreed to an partnership with Northbrook-based consultant Energy Choices to help guide the village in its negotiation of electricity rates with potential electric providers. The village board will now solicit bids from power

suppliers on the village’s behalf in order to find the lowest rates per kilowatt-hour. Energy Choices recommended that the village’s bidding should happen online via online auction following a request for proposal process. Illinois law allows municipalities the power to explore electricity supply options other than Commonwealth Edison and bid collectively on residents’ behalf with voter approval. Additionally an opt-out program gives people who don’t want to participate opportunities to withdraw once a winning bid is selected.

West Nile virus found in Skokie Preventive testing of mosquitoes by Northshore Mosquito Abatement District (NSMAD) has found that some in Skokie have tested positive for West Nile Virus. While there

haven’t been any cases of West Nile in humans yet, and the Skokie Health Department is urging residents to wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants when outdoors, spraying clothes with repellants and wearing protective clothing if spending time in a heavily wooded area. As an additional precautionary measure, the NSMAD sprayed for mosquitoes in Skokie, Morton Grove and Lincolnwood June 20.

Nursing home employee attacked by woman Niles police say a 26-yearold nurse employed by Regency Health Care, 6631 N. Milwaukee Ave., was inside a patient’s room June 16 when the 78 year old woman, a patient’s sister, allegedly shoved her and accused her of mistreating her sister. ahernandez@ buglenewspapers.com

Police seek Niles bank robber By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

Parkway Bank, 7601 Milwaukee Ave., was robbed of an underdetermined amount of money June 18. Niles Police responded to a report of robbery in progress around 9:15 a.m. Once there, police learned that a black male, wearing a black raincoat with a hood and sunglasses, approached a teller in the bank and demanded money. While the robber did not show a weapon to the teller,he implied he was armed. The teller then put an undetermined amount of money in a bag for the suspect. Money in hand, the suspect fled on foot across Harlem Avenue and into a residential neighborhood. Niles Police canvassed the area but have been unable to locate the suspect. The FBI is investigating the robbery.

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