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christmas Tree collection welcome 2020 looking Forward to great Things Last year was an incredibly busy year in Des Plaines. In 2019, the City experienced significant downtown streetscape improvements and, even more exciting, the purchase and renovation of the Des Plaines Theatre. The community saw a surge of development activity - from the completion of Elinson Apartments to a city block mixed-use project to its west. At the same time, the City created a new TIF District that includes the busy Lee and Oakton streets corridor and a proposed new Metra station. In 2020, we’re excited to ride the momentum we’ve worked to build over the past eight years and look forward to what the new-year may bring.

Interim Fly Quiet update Interim Fly Quiet update The Interim Fly Quiet plan is expected to be in place from November 3, 2019 to May 17, 2020 and from September 13, 2020 through January 31, 2021.

The plan will be impacted by airfield construction projects, which will result in reverting to the original Fly Quiet program during those periods.

The Interim Fly Quiet Runway Rotation Plan was proposed by the O’Hare Noise Compatibility Commission (ONCC), in collaboration with the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA), in 2017 to provide relief from nighttime noise for the communities around O’Hare International Airport.

For each week, a primary and secondary runway use configuration is provided to accommodate potential changes in wind direction.

Check the web site for the weekly summary reports, which provide information on runway

Christmas trees will be collected at the curb for chipping the week of January 6 on your regular garbage day. Please remove the trees from the bags and take off all lights, garland and ornaments. Christmas trees placed out at other times, or in the alley, will be collected

by Groot and taken to the landfill. Brush and branches from the yard will not be collected.

police explorer program open house The Police Explorer Program is a career education program for youth and young adults between the ages of 13 and 20 who are interested in a career in law enforcement. The program is ongoing and meets every other Tuesday. The Morton Grove Police Explorer program will provide a comprehensive program of training, competition, service and practical skills. Members will develop an awareness of the purpose and mission of American Law Enforcement, and will receive training in police related topics which include: First Aid and CPR; arrest, search and seizure procedures; building searches; evidence work; traffic enforcement procedures; traffic and crowd control; crime prevention techniques; defensive tactics; and other police related operations. MGPD Explorers will also attend various community events and help with tasks such as traffic direction, pedestrian & parking control, crime prevention assistance, etc. Please join us at one of our next meetings on Tuesday, January 7th, 2020 or Tuesday, January 21st, 2020 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The meeting will be located in the Morton Grove Council Chambers, 6101 Capulina Ave. Morton Grove, IL 60053. Any questions can be directed to Detective Johnson #130 at 847-663-3826 or djohnson@mortongroveil.org.

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Winter Reading Clubs kick off January 2 Teens and children who read for 20 days between January 2 and February 29 will receive a prize book The new year means setting new goals, and the Park Ridge Library is challenging patrons to “leap into books” by participating in the Winter Reading Club. Beginning Thursday, January 2, Library patrons of all ages can register online at https:// parkridgelib.beanstack.org/ or in person.

The club runs until Leap Day, Saturday, February 29. All participants who register on January 2 will receive a bonus prize.

Adults who read four books or read for 16 hours between January

2 and February 29 will be entered in a drawing to win gift cards to local businesses.

Teens and children who read for 20 days between January 2 and February 29 will receive a prize book.

Prize books are provided by the Friends of the Park Ridge Library.

Like last year, participants can use Beanstack to register online and track their progress.

Patrons can create a free account for themselves or their whole family, and the Beanstack mobile app for Apple or Android devices to help readers record their progress wherever they might be caught reading.

“There are plenty of good reasons to read more this winter,” said Laura Scott, Adult Services manager. “Cold temperatures and short days make the idea of staying inside with a book really enticing, and set-

ting reading goals for the new year is a great third excuse to cozy up with the latest novel, thriller or nonfiction book.

Our Winter Reading Club is a great way to challenge oneself to read more in 2020.”

“Kids and teens will be heading back to school soon, so the Winter Reading Club is a great way to make sure they’re enjoying reading for fun as a break from school work,” said Staci Greenwald, manager of the Library’s Children’s Services department. “And for preschoolers and younger, the Winter Reading Club is a fun way to make reading part of a daily routine.”

Registration beings January 2 online and in person at the Library.

For more information about the Winter Reading Clubs, call 847-8253123.

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asian new year event to benefit Food pantry Jan. 19 enjoy food from over a dozen local asian restaurants and performances from local organizations

MWRD Commissioner Josina Morita and other local leaders will host the second annual Asian New Year Fundraiser to benefit the Niles

Township Food Pantry.

The event is at 2 to 4 p.m Sunday, Jan. 19 at Oakton Community Center, 4701 Oakton, Skokie.

Celebrate the Year of the Rat and support our local families in need across Niles Township.

Enjoy food from over a dozen local Asian restaurants and performances from local organizations, and bring your kids for fun crafts and lion dancers.

Tickets are $10 per person and $20 per family. We will also be collecting toilet paper and diapers — essentials that families cannot buy with EBT Cards.

Commissioner Morita and other organizers will cover the cost of the event so all money raised goes directly to the Food Pantry.

For event info or to buy tickets, visit http://bit.ly/JosinaLunarNewYear2020

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Pritzker releases statement on Inaugural Day of Adult-Use Cannabis sales On the inaugural day of adultuse cannabis sales across the state today, the Pritzker administration released the following statement: “As we start a new decade, Illinois has achieved a monumental milestone - launching the legalization of cannabis in a way that

includes communities left behind for far too long, creates good jobs and expunges thousands of records for those who have lost out on opportunities and ends prohibition,” said Toi Hutchinson, Senior Advisor to the Governor for Cannabis Control. “Today is a

historic new day, and as we move forward with growing this industry, I thank all those who worked hard to make the launch a success and will continue to dedicate themselves to expanding opportunities and righting the wrongs of the past.”

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New Minimum Wage Rates in Effect for 2020 Illinois department of labor reminds workers to watch Their wages

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llinoisans rang in the New Year with a new, higher minimum wage, and the Department of Labor is encouraging employees to watch their paychecks to ensure that time worked in 2020 is paid at the new rate.

Governor JB Pritzker signed the new minimum wage law last February providing a path to a $15 mini-

mum wage by 2025. Minimum wage earners received an increase of $1 to $9.25 an hour on January 1, which will be followed by an increase to $10 an hour on July 1.

The minimum wage will then increase an additional $1 an hour each January 1 until it reaches $15 an hour in 2025.

“While we expect compliance by all employers regarding the new minimum wage, it is important that workers earning minimum wage are aware that the $1 increase should be reflected in their pay checks for any

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1-1-2020 – $9.25 7-1-2020 – $10.00 1-1-2021 – $11.00 1-1-2022 – $12.00 1-1-2023 – $13.00 1-1-2024 – $14.00 1-1-2025 – $15.00

time they work after the first of the year,” said Michael Kleinik, director of

the Illinois Department of Labor.

The last time Illinois increased its minimum wage was a decade ago in 2010 when it was raised to $8.25.

Since that time, Cook County has put in place a $12 per hour minimum wage and Chicago’s minimum wage is now $13 an hour.

More than 1.4 million adult hourly workers in Illinois currently make less than $15 per hour, according to the Illinois Economic Policy Institute at the University of Illinois.

The new law maintains provisions for employers to count gratuities

to offset wages for workers such as food servers who regularly earn tips.

Tipped employees may be paid 60 percent of the hourly minimum wage.

These workers must still earn the minimum wage after receiving tips.

Workers who are under 18 years old and work fewer than 650 hours in a year earn a minimum wage of $8 per hour beginning January 1, up from the old youth minimum wage of $7.75.

The youth minimum wage rate will gradually rise to $13 an hour by Jan. 1, 2025.

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Prepare for the future by enrolling in spring classes at Oakton students can also register in person at either of oakton s campuses

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es Plaines, Ill. (Jan. 2, 2020) – Making New Year’s resolutions? Resolve to prepare for your dream job or complete your college degree by enrolling in spring classes at Oakton Community College. Classes begin Jan. 21.

Oakton offers more than 80 areas of study including several new certificate programs that provide opportunities for a lifetime of learning.

Programs introduced in the past year include: Private Security Certificate, Perioperative Nursing Certificate, Cannabis Dispensary and Patient Care Specialist Certificate, Operational Software Specialist Certificate, Presentation Software Specialist Certificate and Reporting System Specialist Certificate.

Registration for spring classes can be completed online at www. oakton.edu/admission.

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local preserves, local programs When Deloris Lucas started meeting staff from the Forest Preserves of Cook County at community meetings on Chicago’s South Side a few years ago, she was already aware of nearby Beaubien Woods.

The bike and wellness group she founded, We Keep You Rollin’, included the preserve in some of their rides for local residents.

more InFo Students who attend Oakton spend about a third as much as those who attend four-year colleges or universities. ≠ According to a recent report prepared for the Illinois Community College Board, a 25-year-old Illinois community college graduate can expect a lifetime earnings increase of approximately $724,000 compared to someone with only a high school diploma — a 56% increase.

can also register in person at either of Oakton’s campuses (1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines and 7701 N. Lincoln Ave., Skokie) from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday.

Students with a current application on file can register online at my.oakton.edu.

Students who attend Oakton spend about a third as much as those who attend four-year col-

leges or universities. According to a recent report prepared for the Illinois Community College Board, a 25-year-old Illinois community col-

lege graduate can expect a lifetime earnings increase of approximately $724,000 compared to someone with only a high school diploma — a

56% increase.

For information about enrolling at Oakton, contact Student Recruitment and Outreach at 847-635-1835.

As the Forest Preserves began forging deeper connections with residents and organizations in the area through its Better Beaubien project it was clear that We Keep You Rollin’ was a perfect fit.

Last year, we asked Lucas’ group to provide bikes so visitors could take a ride at our Beaubien Celebration and River Paddle events at the preserve, and supported her Eco Tour bike rides that conclude at Beaubien Woods, too.

“The biggest impact is providing more ‘wellness in the woods’ op-

portunities for getting the community healthier,” Lucas says.

The Forest Preserves holds more than 1,000 public events and programs each year, and is looking to expand those offerings by continuing to develop meaningful and long-lasting relationships with local community partners like We Keep You Rollin’.

We’re seeking partnership proposals from community members and organizations for activities, events and programs in the Preserves that educate and encour-

age the public to become regular visitors and advocates of the Forest Preserves. That could be leading a tour, holding a sing-along, bringing out toddlers or teens, a presentation on local history—or whatever you think your community would enjoy.

Forest Preserves programs typically focus on nature education, outdoor recreation, or cultural and seasonal celebrations. But we will consider any proposal that emphasizes the health benefits of nature for people and communities,

engages new and diverse visitors from all walks of life, or celebrates the natural and cultural treasures of the Forest Preserves and surrounding communities.

In addition to providing space or a location for your proposed event or program, the Forest Preserves will consider requests that include an ask for staff support and up to $5,000 in funding. Help connect your community to their forest preserves by sharing your ideas—or sharing this article with members of your community.

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JANUARY 15 DOWNERS GROVE we The people: a us consTITuTIon dIscussIon group. 6:30-8 p.m. at 908 Curtiss St. in Downers Grove. We will be getting to know the document so many people have been talking about lately.

Participants will receive their own pocket constitution and we will have a discussion about the historical context and main organization of the US Constitution.

JANUARY 11 BOLINGBROOK second annual Ice bowl aT pebble beach. Starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Mistwood Golf Dome. Grab a team of four, and get ready to play and win at Mistwood Golf Dome. It’s $180 per team -$45 per player and includes mat time. It is $30 for a Mistwood Member.

JANUARY 13 ROMEOVILLE wesT suburban communITy mobIle panTry VIsIT. 4-5 p.m. at the Romeoville White Oak Library. Are you hungry? If you don’t have enough to eat, West Suburban Community Mobile Pantry in partnership with Northern Illinois Food Bank can help.

Nutritious food is distributed for free to low-income neighbors in need, and it is distributed on a first come, first serve basis while supplies last.

JANUARY 12 JOLIET aFTernoon Tea wITh leslIe goddard.

2-3 p.m. at the Joliet Public Library Black Rd. Branch. Experience this beautifully illustrated lecture by Leslie Goddard that explores the history and elegant artistry of afternoon tea. How did this custom begin?

Why was it so important to the Edwardians in particular? And do you really have to hold your “pinkies up?” Tea and treats will be served.

JANUARY 14 SHOREWOOD InTro To androIds. 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Shorewood-Troy Library. This class will cover basic usage of Android smart phones, including adjusting settings, common buttons, apps, notifications and more.

JANUARY 12 PLAINFIELD young adulTs gaTherIng. 6-8 p.m. at the Community Christian Church in Plainfield. Join us for an evening of conversation, fellowship, and acoustic music in our relaxed campfire-style environment. Each month, we discuss a different relevant topic with a variety of speakers in a comfortable setting. Come connect with other young adults in Room 132.

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BASKETBALL SOCCER CROSS COUNTRY FOOTBALL SOCCER TENNIS BASEBALL SOFTBALL VOLLEYBALL TRACK & FIELD SWIMMING CHEERLEADING DANCE bowlIng basKeTball

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maine south came out of the hinsdale central tournament 6-6, but a better team than when it went in by marK gregory editorial director

@Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com While all teams would like to come out of a holiday tournament with a championship, the Maine South boys basketball team came out of the 2019 Hinsdale Central Holiday Classic with a better sense of identity – which is the ultimate goal.

The Hawks posted a 2-2 record in the tournament, sandwiching two wins in between a pair of losses.

The final contest was a 62-56 loss to Richards in which, Maine South had double digit leads multiple times in the game, but were outscored 18-8 in the fourth quarter of the consolation bracket championship game.

“They are a very good team and I think we ran out of gas a little bit,” Maine South coach Tony Lavarato said of Richards. “We had a really nice effort, we just couldn’t hit some shots. We had some key possessions where we were shooting two or three times from point blank range to go back up. I love what we did up until the last two

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In the finale, Marko Anderson led Maine South with 23 points and 15 rebounds, while Sean Gallery scored 12 points and Nick Ostojic finished with 10 points and nine rebounds.

“I like how we are playing,” Lavarato said. “This inexperienced team is getting experience as we are going through it and at 6-6, I couldn’t be more pleased.

“We went 5-4 in December after being 1-2 in November, and those losses were to No. 2 Evanston, who we played very well, HomewoodFlossmoor, who we played very well and Richards.”

In the pair of middle games, Maine South defeated Rockford Auburn 47-39 and Lincoln-Way Central 46-37.

Against Auburn, Gallery led the way for Maine South with 16 points while Casey Clark scored nine, while Anderson tallied a doubledouble of 14 points and 11 rebounds in the win over the Knights.

Against Lincoln-Way Central, Clark added 13 points and Gallery fin-

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Forward Kealia ohai was traded to the chicgao red stars.

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red stars trade for Kealia ohai from houston dash Forward comes to chicago for Katie naughton and 2020 draft pick

The Chicago Red Stars announced a deal to acquire forward Kealia Ohai from the Houston Dash.

In exchange, the Dash receives the 18th overall selection in the 2020 NWSL College Draft and defender

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In the tournament opener, Maine South fell 51-34 to Homewood-Flossmoor.

Clark paced the Hawks with 14 points, followed by Gallery with six. Anderson and Danny Locascio

Katie Naughton.

Chicago acquired the 9th and 18th overall selection in the 2020 NWSL Draft from the North Carolina Courage in exchange for Chicago’s sixth overall selection in the 2020 NWSL College Draft.

“Any team in the league would jump at the opportunity to add Kealia to their roster,” Red Stars coach Rory Dames said. “She has proven

her ability to score at this level and we are excited to get her integrated into our group. We look forward to having her here in Chicago.”

Ohai was selected second overall

by Houston in the 2014 NWSL College Draft.

She scored eight goals and tallied six assists throughout her first two

each tallied five points.

“The biggest thing we have to learn is that sometimes you have to fight through the fatigue. I don’t go deep,” Lovarato said. “We are going to continue to get better. I like our upside – I think we have great upside and I think we have come a long way in a month and a couple weeks, so I am really happy with

where we are.

“We have an action-packed January and there are a lot of games we have out there that we can get.

There is a path for us to have a very successful year, but we have to live in the moment. We always come out of this [tournament] a better team and at the end of January, we will know where we sit.”

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dear dave,

My wife and I have our budget ready for next month, and we’ll be following your plan in 2020 to pay off debt and get our finances in order.

Do you have any tips for setting and sticking to goals in general?

dear rick,

rick

That’s a fantastic goal. Living on a monthly budget, and telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went, is an important step toward gaining control of your finances. Combine that with getting out of debt, and you’ll be in charge of your most powerful wealth-building tool — your income.

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She inserted herself amongst the league’s most lethal goalscorers in 2016, scoring 11 goals in 10 games and finishing the season tied for the league’s Golden Boot.

Her performance would earn her a spot in the 2016 NWSL Best XI. Ohai continued her scoring ways at the beginning of the 2017 season with two goals in the first three games of the year before injury cut

If you’re following my plan, you already have goals in front of you where your money is concerned. For most Americans, though, a new year means nothing more than new resolutions without real plans. Don’t get me wrong. It’s good to make resolutions and set goals, but you can’t stop there. You have to formulate a plan that turns your dreams into bite-sized pieces of progress that will gradually create a big event in your life. If you want to achieve your goals, then keep these next things in mind.

When setting goals, be very specific in what you want to achieve. Include steps that will help you get there, too.

Being vague will only cause you to feel

her season short.

She would return from injury the following year, finishing the campaign with five goals. In 2019, she was awarded the NWSL’s Goal of the Week in the fourth week of the season.

In college, she was a four-year starter with North Carolina from 2010 to 2013 and was a member of the 2012 championship-winning team where she was named the tournament’s most outstanding offensive player after scoring the

olutions in writing. Putting them in writing will make you more likely to achieve them. Write down your goals, and review them often. This will give you motivation to make them reality.

I believe this is the process for success, Rick. Successful people reassess their lives regularly, and start living intentionally, in writing, and on purpose. Happy New Year!

directionless and overwhelmed. Most people give up when these feelings arise. Make your goals measurable. If you want to lose weight, don’t simply write down “lose weight” as a goal. Exactly how much weight do you want

to lose? What will it take in terms of exercise and dietary changes to make it happen? Are your goals your goals?

Only you can realistically set your own goals. If your spouse, co-worker, or friend sets a goal for you, chances are you’re not going to achieve it. Taking ownership will give you more opportunity to meet your goal. Also, set time limits for your goals. Putting a time frame in place will help you set realistic goals. If you want to save a certain amount of money for a particular event, break it down and determine how much cash you need to put into your savings account each month leading up to that event.

And finally, put your goals and res-

game-winning goal during overtime in the semi-final and the first goal of the final in the second minute of the match. Ohai made her international debut for the senior team on October 23, 2016 against Switzerland in a friendly match in Minneapolis.

She scored 48 seconds after entering the match as a substitute in the 81st minute, setting a record for the fastest goal in a US women’s national team debut.

She received a call-up in July 2018 to the United States Women’s Nation-

al Team training camp for the 2018 Tournament of Nations, this marked her first call-up since injuring her knee in 2017. She did not make the final roster for the tournament.

Ohai is engaged to Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt.

Naughton was drafted by Chicago as the 19th overall selection in the 2016 NWSL College draft.

Naughton has made 88 appearances with the Red Stars, including 24 games played in 19 starts last season. She was awarded Chicago’s De-

fender of the Year back in 2018.

“Katie has done everything we’ve asked of her and we can’t thank her enough for her time here,” Dames said. “She was a great teammate and the ultimate professional, we wish her the best of luck in Houston.”

Ohai and the Red Stars return to action this spring for the 2020 NWSL Season.

Season Tickets, Premium Seating, and Red Stars Fans Passes are on sale now. Visit chicagoredstars.com to purchase your tickets today.

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dave * Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey Solutions. He has authored seven best-selling books, including The Total Money Makeover. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 16 million listeners each week on 600 radio stations and multiple digital platforms.

Follow Dave on the web at daveramsey.com and on Twitter at @DaveRamsey.

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