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Plans continue for Aryzta development

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Residents cite noise issues

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By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter

Continued growth for major industrial partnerAryzta has spurred the development of currently occupied farmland on Airport Road and Southcreek Parkway. Several residents live in the area of the proposed new development, including on the Filotto farm. The village passed an annexation agreement that is nearly 34 acres in size, including the house and barn, and changed its zoning to planned business. The change allows for the current >> see aryzta | page 5

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hoops Teen raises funds for peers for college By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter

As a senior in high school, Kaetlyn Hernandez knows the angst when it comes to navigating the financial burden of a prospective college career. And she decided to do something about it. But not for herself—for her fellow college-bound counterparts. Two things come naturally to Hernandez, basketball and volunteering. With a great passion for the game and for coaching younger children, she came up with an idea: Why not combine the two and raise money for college scholarships? “As I began to research colleges, I know first-hand how expensive it could be, so I just decided it was a good idea to help others get there,” said Hernandez. “I know many who because they lack the money will not have the opportunity to go to college. I want to change that.”

With that mindset, she created the non-profit organization, ScholarHoops. To raise money for the scholarships, she began hosting numerous fundraisers, including a one-day skills basketball camp at the Romeoville Recreation Center, where she enlisted the help of her coaches from Lockport Township High School and where she continues to play varsity basketball. In addition, she held 3-on-3 tournaments and a host of others. Seeking out sponsorships and donations, her fund began to grow. Hernandez has now raised enough money to award four individuals -- Scott Howard, Analeice Villegas, Angelina Covelli and Frank DuPree -- with $500 each toward their college fund. Participants had to qualify for the scholarship by registering for the camp with their most recent report card and an essay that spoke to the importance of education and involvement in team sports. “I figured $500 was a good starting point—why not give a little jump start,” said Hernandez, who will not be taking any of

“My parents have been a big influence on me,” said Hernandez.“Both my parents have been part of large amounts of community service, and have been very supportive of my efforts and encourage me to give back.” the funds for herself. “Why not help someone else? Everyone deserves a chance at an education.” >> see hoops | page 4

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Participants practice in a basketball camp created by 17-year-old Kaetlyn Hernandez. ; Scott Howard, Analeice Villegas, Kaetlyn Hernandez, Angelina Covelli, and Frank DuPree

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Kaupas gains a vote after more ballots counted Nick Ficarello not conceding in race By Nick Reiher Managing Editor

After nearly two hours of counting the provisional and absentee ballots from the March 18 Primary, Will County clerk’s officials said Ken Kaupas added gained one vote in his race against Nick Ficarello for the GOP nomination for sheriff. In the provisional ballots, when people are allowed to vote at their polling places on Election Day under certain conditions, Kaupas received 32

Schultz Voots said she votes to 31 for Ficarello. would have those totals It was at that point Kaupas later Tuesday, and they said he and Ficarello locked would be official April 8. eyes across the room as if Ficarello, a former to say, “No surprise there.” It sheriff’s deputy chief, said had been close on March 18, he was not conceding. He when Kaupas tallied 20,388 wanted to talk to his legal votes and Ficarello received counsel and campaign 20,165. leaders to figure out the Political insiders said even Ken Kaupas Nick Ficarello next step. He could ask for that seemingly small amount a partial recount of selected of votes as the difference counter, 202 were found to be precincts in the county was too much for Ficarello acceptable, and the count was where he believes he could pick to overcome. But he and his exactly down the middle: 101 up enough votes. Or, he said, it supporters were there in the for Kaupas; 101 for Ficarello. is possible he could run as an basement of the Will County That tally made some ballots independent in November. Building April 1 to hope for the still being counted from the Either way, he said, he would best. Aurora portion of Will County have an answer in a couple But after clerk’s workers fed moot. Will County Clerk Nancy days. the 291 absentee ballots in the

Kaupas pretty much acted the winner, accepting congratulations and expressing relief following Tuesday’s count. He and Democratic nominee Mike Kelley, who won easily on March 18, already have talked, he said. Kelley works under Kaupas, Deputy Chief of the sheriff’s Special Operations Bureau. Kaupas, cousin of outgoing Sheriff Paul Kaupas, said they talked about keeping things professional in the office. Both agreed that was key, he said. “When you walk in in the morning, you have to talk off that political hat,” Kaupas said.

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Deadline extended for scholarships The Village of Romeoville’s Youth Outreach and Veterans Commissions offer valuable scholarships to high school seniors who are Romeoville residents. The deadlines have been extended to Friday, April 11th.Please share this information with a deserving high school senior today. ROTC Scholarship ($500): High school seniors who are Romeoville residents and are currently serving in their high school ROTC program are eligible to apply. Child of a Veteran Scholarship ($500): High school seniors who are Romeoville residents and whose parent(s) or legal guardian is a U.S. veteran, were honorably discharged, or are currently serving in the military are eligible to apply. Youth Outreach Commission’s Volunteer Scholarship ($500): High school seniors who currently volunteer in the community are eligible to apply.

White Oak Library District receives donation Having just completed a threebuilding expansion project, the White Oak Library District has been busy conducting a campaign to seek sponsors for all of the District’s public-use computers. While the building projects

Acts of Kindness Week slated at Irene King

Students will don spirit wear on Monday, April 14

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Lukancic Middle School 6th grader Jaela Foster-Burns smiles after reading an inspirational note she found on her locker when she came to school Tuesday morning. It’s all part of Pay It Forward 365 Week at the Romeoville school.

were funded by a successful February 2010 building bond referendum, the funding needed for the new computers was not a part of that budget. Therefore District officials set about raising the money for all of the new computers via donations. To date, the District has raised $68,250 in cash and commitments to cover the $98,250 needed to achieve this goal. Each computer workstation costs $750. The Crest Hill Lions Club presented the District with a $3,500 check, their first installment on a $10,000 commitment toward the library’s new computer campaign. The Crest Hill Lions Club is sponsoring 13 new computers at the new

Crest Hill Branch Library, which includes all of the computers in the library’s adult computer lab.

Uplifting notes greet Lukancic students as they arrive at school Lukancic Middle School students found inspirational notes on their lockers when they came to school Tuesday morning, courtesy of the National Junior Honor Society. It’s all part of the Romeoville school’s Pay it Forward 365 campaign this week that includes a food drive for the local food pantry, carnation purchases to show other students you care about them and a visit from former NFL player Ray McElroy.

Irene King Elementary School in Romeoville will recognize “Acts of Kindness Week” April 14-17 with a variety of activities designed to help students understand the importance of “paying it forward.” Students will pledge “to try and be kind in every way to every person big and small” offering to “help them if they fall” and adding “when I love myself and others too, that is the best I can do.” In addition, throughout the week they will write kindness and “thank you” letters to fellow students and various community groups. Students will don spirit wear on Monday, April 14, to show “we are a team.” On Tuesday, April 15, they will wear read to “show your love and friendship.” Wednesday,April 16, the clothing color is blue to “be a cool friend to everyone.” Thursday, April 17, will find bright colors throughout school “to brighten someone’s day.” Each day will include a word of the day during announcements using such word as considerate, sympathetic, generous and thoughtful.

Individual classrooms will also do various reading and writing projects related to kindness.

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give back.” And her parents couldn’t be happier. “We are just so proud of her and the good example she is setting,” said her mom. “I look forward to see how far she can take this, and I hope she achieves her dreams and continues on this path.” Hernandez is striving to achieve her 501c3 status as a non-profit and hopes to continue to raise funds and be able to award scholarships each year. For more information, check out www.scholarshoops.com.

Her inspiration comes from a long line of volunteering instilled in her by her parents. She not only is a varsity basketball player and created the non-profit, but also belongs to the National Honor Society and is a Best Buddies member. “My parents have been a big influence on me,” said Hernandez. “Both my parents have been part of large amounts of community service, and have been very supportive of my efforts and encourage me to

Student Scholarship Fund to benefit from April 13 pancake breakfast A benefit pancake breakfast to raise funds for the Romeoville Veterans Commission’s Student Scholarship Fund will be held on Sunday, April 13 at the Romeoville Recreation Center. The Student Scholarship fund provides annual grants for a Romeoville High School JROTC cadet and also for one RHS student who is the child of a veteran. The breakfast, which includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee, milk, juice and water, runs from 8 to 11 a.m. Tickets, available at the door, are $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 3-12. Children 2 and under will be admitted free of charge. Donations may be made by contacting Colleen Palmer at 815-886-6222. The Romeoville Recreation Center is located at 900 W. Romeo Rd. (135th Street) in Romeoville.

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Village passes budget focusing on property tax Administration presented budget they say is balanced without raising property taxes By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter

The Romeoville village board approved a total budget of $92 million, a 20 percent, or $22 million, decrease from last year, resulting in most part from the completion of major construction projects. Administration presented a status quo budget they say is balanced without dipping into bond proceeds or raising property taxes. “We have a very good budget here that satisfies our needs for infrastructure, street repair, work on our water system, as well as providing for the

>> aryzta, from page 1 Aryzta (Great Kitchens) facility at 300 Innovation Drive to expand with a future building that will help alleviate its severe overcrowding. The new building would be 229,870 square feet and would include office and freezer space. Plans show an elevated conveyor connecting the old building with the new building and allow product to be transferred without having to be moved by truck. The site plan shows two future buildings,but there are no tenants as of yet, and their construction will be in later phases of the project. In connection with the development of the first building on the future development portion of the annexed property, the developer will be constructing an extension of Pinnacle Drive, which will be the responsibility of the developer. But with new development, at times, comes growing pains and some heartache. Residents in the area came forward at the past village board meeting concerned over what the development may mean for the area. For Jeff Edgar, who lives on Airport Road, destroying the habitat and view he and his family has had for the past 33 years, is more than a disappointment. He

replacements of old police squads,” said Village Manager Steve Gulden.“We have laid the groundwork and have the tools to serve our residents thanks to the hard work of our staff.” Mayor John Noak emphasized the village continues its goal to rely less on property taxes to support the village, looking to capitalize on the village’s growth, increasing fees derived from development or nonresidents passing through town. In a separate ordinance, the village increased the food and beverage tax by 0.25 percent, from 1 percent to 1.25, percent and increased tax on alcohol by 2 percent, taking it from 1 to 3 percent. In addition, recovery fees were raised anywhere from $70 to $100 for response to a vehicle in an accident or fire, or an ambulance request. These fees are to be passed on

to the insurance companies. Several fees within community development were also developed to cover the costs of requests for materials. Property taxes make up 13 percent of a village’s portion of a homeowner’s tax bill, a decrease of one percent shown each of the past three years. Despite inflation and the cost of living, the village has been able to hold the line on taxes and the typical cost to the average homeowner has decreased. Since 2008 the average homeowner’s bill was lowered from 755 to 739. Noak said if the rate of inflation were to be included in the tax bill, it could have risen from 755 to 798. “We have actually gone down since 2008,” said Noak.“Our goal is to reduce our dependence on property taxes in the overall budget experience.”

questioned why the grading of a new road had to be complete so soon when no tenants would be taking up residence yet. Representative for the developer Wendy Shapiro said that due to drainage issues, it was more cost-effective to proceed at the current time, as well as for erosion control when moving soil needed for the project. At heart of the main objections from the several residents who spoke out about the development, including the Filottos, is noise and the need for landscaping. “This is more than just land that we’ve enjoyed all these years;, there are the deer, the owls, the red-tail fox, not to mention the crops we have planted,” said Edgar.“What do we want to do, create a wasteland of cars and trucks? Why is there no mention of landscaping? Noise has always been a problem; give us something positive at least.” The Filottos as well are seeking some promise of a barrier between their backyard garden they have enjoyed for 53 years and the noise and view of the new development. “We are not here to obstruct change or slow the process,” said Jim Lawler, son-in-law of the Filottos. “We are just asking that some consideration be given for landscaping so that they

may enjoy their final years here. Given the fact that the developer has just been given a 25 percent incentive, I think something can be done for these residents.” In an incentive agreement, the developer will receive a 25 percent reduction in the amount of the building permit and related fees. Shapiro said landscaping plans have been included and meet village code requirements. However, residents say that plan only includes the development and nothing near their properties that would help curb noise. Village board members encouraged the developer to examine ways they could accommodate the residents. After hearing the comments, Village Manager Steve Gulden spoke to Shapiro offline; he then reported that while there could be no promises, Shapiro said the developer will try to work out some landscaping and do everything in their power to try an accommodate the residents. “I believe in the whole Aryzta project and believe that they are a good company and a good business partner who has been ethical and will be ethical,” said Trustee Joe Chavez. “Growth is good, but creates hardship for a few. I understand the frustration, but we will have prosperity with this growth.”

“We have a very good budget here that satisfies our needs for infrastructure, street repair, work on our water system, as well as providing for the replacements of old police squads,” said Village Manager Steve Gulden. Fiscal year 2014-2015 will see a number of capital improvements totaling approximately $13 million. Highlights include a traffic signal at Route 53 at Romeoville High School; $1.6 million in inhouse street resurfacing;Meijer/ Weber Road construction; continued work on Airport Road and I55 interchanges; an inflow and infiltration project for sewer and water; seven squad cars; Lakewood Estates playground upgrades; sidewalks on Taylor Road from Old to New Budler Roads; village wide computers and police laptop requirements; Boucher Prairie Park bathrooms; fire portable

Apex radios; and Ridgewood Business Park Street Light Pole Replacement. Fund balances will be used to cover recreation and water and sewer projects. The village maintains a total fund balance of nearly $8 million. “This is not just a budget, this is a complete strategic plan,” said Trustee Sue Micklevitz. “The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is set at 1.7 percent. We are not even keeping up with the cost of living (raising taxes to meet that rate). I think that being able to keep taxes below is just fantastic. Kudos to the whole staff.”

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

Jeremy Jackson, 18, 233 Haller, was arrested at 6:20 p.m. March 21 and charged with the possession of cannabis near Hamrick and Linden.

Travis Bagwell, 19, 2565 Village Green Drive, Aurora, was arrested at 6:20 p.m. March 21 and charged with possession of drug equipment near Hamrick and Linden.

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Fabiola Flores-Sanchez, 25, 1118 Sterling, Joliet, was arrested at 5:19 a.m. March 23 and charged with no valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and speeding near Route 53 and Chambers.

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Anthony Domagalski, 58, 363 Wild Rose Lane, was arrested at 12:22 p.m. March 25 for DUI and no insurance in the 300 block of Wild Rose Lane.

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Mark Suchy, 26, 1016 Pleasure Court, Aurora, was arrested at 10:36 p.m. March 27 and charged with DUI, no insurance, no seatbelt and failure to signal south of Route 53 and Alexander.

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Rosa Marta, 28, 414 Camden, was arrested at 9:34 a.m. March 28 and charged with an in-state warrant in the 400 block of Camden.

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Nicole Bizzotto,26,12805 Hoyne Ave., Blue Island, was arrested at 10:19 a.m. March 28 and charged with driving with a suspended license, no insurance, and a failure to reduce speed near Route 53 and Enterprise Drive.

Kevontlay Williams, 20, 1686 Rose Circle, was arrested at 12:08 p.m. March 28 and charged with the possession of cannabis in the 300 block of Daffodil Drive.

Clairebell Casas,20,1471 Snapdragon, was arrested at 9:08 p.m. March 28 and charged with an in-state warrant, speeding, and no rear registration light in the 800 block of Taylor Road. Muro, 21, 1712 Silver Ridge, 10 Juan Plainfield, was arrested at 10:50 p.m. March 28 and charged with an instate warrant in the 700 block of Center Boulevard. A burglary to motor vehicle was reported in the 1500 block of Amaryllis at 8:32 a.m. March 28. Unknown person(s) took a laptop, iPad, iPhone and wallet from an unlocked vehicle parked in the driveway of the residence. Estimated value of the items taken is $1,607.

Tiara Watson, 23, 216 Brookwood Lane, Bolingbrook, was arrested

at 11:37 p.m. March 28 and charged with driving with a suspended license, disobeying a traffic sign and an in-state warrant near Chatham and Sutcliffe Drive. Rosalinda Garduno-Tenorio, 28, 1932 Whitmore Drive, was arrested at 7:19 a.m. March 29 and charged with driving with a revoked license, no insurance and speeding near Taylor Road and Weslake Parkway.

DeAndre Jones, 21, 1361 Rosemary Lane, was arrested at 12:11 a.m. March 29 and charged with resisting an officer, possession of cannabis, a controlled substance and drug equipment in the 500 block of Holloway.

Kevin Chavez, 19, 600 N. Pinecrest, Bolingbrook, was arrested at 12:11 a.m. March 29 and charged with resisting

an officer, possession of cannabis, a controlled substance, drug equipment, and the illegal possession of alcohol in the 500 block of Holloway. Barraza-Chavez, 35, 21 Belmont 16 Silivia Drive, was arrested at 3:23 p.m. March 29 and charged with retail theft in the 300 block of S.Weber Road. Lawrence Bledsoe, 20, 143 Linden Ave., Bellwood, was arrested at 1:24 a.m. March 30 and charged with driving with a suspended license and one headlight near Route 53 and Romeo Road.

David Jones, 48, 549 Easton Lane, was arrested at 8:25 a.m. March 30 and charged with speeding and an in-state warrant in the 400 block of S.Weber Road.

Denny Ferrera, 37, 154 Highpoint Drive, was arrested at 7:48 p.m.

March 30 and charged with speeding and driving with a suspended license near Airport Road and Weber Road. Moaath Alblwi, 20, 2415 W. 24th St., Chicago, was arrested at 12:12 a.m. March 31 and charged with no insurance, violation of classification and speeding more than 40 m.p.h. over near Weber Road and Lakewood Falls Drive.

A theft over $500 was reported in the 1100 block of Crossroads Parkway at 3:17 p.m. March 31. Unknown person(s) removed an empty trailer from the parking lot of the business. Estimated cost of the trailer is $6,500.

Saul Gamez, 28, 602 Francis St., Joliet, was arrested at 5:55 a.m. April 1 and charged with no valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license near Romeo Road and Route 53.

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Heading to Springfield? Capitol idea Farm Bureau Manager Mark Schneidewind had worked with our local legislators’ schedules for many weeks to keep our visits running smoothly By Nick Reiher Managing Editor

I want to tell you about my first trip to the state Capitol without nuns, but first, some housekeeping: Athletes go into a slump; it’s pretty common. It happens to newspaper people, too. Seems like there are days … weeks, where errors are more common than before. I had a couple weeks like that. In my column haranguing the Will County Board Democrats for hammering on each other, I mentioned they wound up in November 2012 with a split: 12 Democrats and 12 Republicans. There is an even split, but it happens to be 13 and 13. The point still is the same, however. Then, I’m talking to the former president of the union at the now-closed Illinois Youth Center- Joliet. She gave me some nice information, and I congratulated myself for remembering that Sharon Konopka, my teammate on the Turn Back the Clock fitness competition, maybe would like to weigh in on state Sen. Pat McGuire’s news that Gov. Quinn has a plan to repurpose the center, bringing back some 300 jobs. Only problem was, I confused her name with that of the Plainfield Police Chief, John Konopek. I called and told Sharon, and she was a good sport. Although I have a feeling if she’s hadn’t broken her ankle at one of our team workouts, her foot might have had a date with my butt. It’s a good thing I’m not a surgeon, and I just nicked my reputation a bit; not a crucial artery. Either way, sorry about that.

Now, to business: I actually missed the workout where Sharon broke her ankle because I traveled to Springfield with some Will County Farm Bureau members. The last time I had been inside the Capitol was during my eighth grade class trip. I remember former WGN reporter Frank Rios good naturedly chided one of my classmates. One of the nuns, a Golden Gloves runnerup, overheard; did not grasp the concept of joke and nearly separated the kid from his soul.

those of you who think there is chronic overspending in Springfield need only to dine at the cafeteria.the pork chop special was so small even Bill Johnson had a tough time identifying it as pork. and that’s saying something. Good times. This time was much more fun. Farm Bureau Manager Mark Schneidewind had worked with our local legislators’ schedules for many weeks to keep our visits running smoothly. It was hectic and a heckuva lot of fun. The Capitol renovations are amazing. It is a beautiful building: lots of wood, glass and little meeting rooms just about everywhere and, of course, the rotunda. Lots of walking. Lots of meetings. Our local legislators, some of whom we had seen at the summer Legislative Barn Meetings, were glad to see us, even though it also happened

to be the day Gov. Quinn finally gave his budget address and the final week for their bills to get assigned to a committee. No way we were going to get into the gallery for the speech. We and about 75 of our closest new friends packed into a tiny room with a couple of televisions to watch. Thank goodness, Quinn kept it to about 40 minutes, just before my right leg went completely numb. Those of you who think there is chronic overspending in Springfield need only to dine at the cafeteria. The pork chop special was so small even Bill Johnson had a tough time identifying it as pork. And that’s saying something. We made up for it at dinner, going to Saputo’s, a 66-yearold Italian restaurant that is purportedly one of House Speaker Michael Madigan’s favorite places. I don’t always agree with his politics, but I will say the guy knows Italian food. Good stuff, Maynard. The highlight for me, though, was hearing from one of my fellow Governmental Affairs Committee members, Steve Warrick. Steve said he came back from Springfield with a new appreciation of what our legislators have to put up with: hundreds of bills coming at them from different directions; the same with constituents, some of whom have a very different idea of which of those bills are important. I wonder how many of us would like a job that can be nearly 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for about $70,000 a year? We visited with state Rep. Emily McAsey of Lockport while she was rocking her baby girl in her arms. Her small office was filled with baby toys, she said. A couple of us were exhausted just trying to keep up with them for a day. But it was a good day. And I’m glad I went. You should, too, sometime.

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VVSD honors 36 students with ‘Those Who Excel’ awards Luncheon hosted by Board of Education Top achievers from Bolingbrook and Romeoville high schools were honored at the annual Valley View School District 365U “Those Who Excel” luncheon at Bolingbrook Golf Club April 2. Hosted by the Board of Education, Those Who Excel has honored the “doers” and “achievers” in VVSD high schools since the early 1970s when several students were taken out to lunch by the school board president and district superintendent. As the years went by,other board members and administrations joined in the annual outing to honor the young men and women who most demonstrated potential for becoming our leaders of tomorrow. The end of the year get-together has become one of the highlights of the year for students, board members and administrators.

Honored from Bolingbrook High School were: Brian Parro—Academic Top Senior: Illinois State Scholar, Class Valedictorian, All-State Mathlete, numerous music and Scouting awards, Wind Symphony, Jazz Band I, Sunrise Singers Vice President, King of Madrigals, Pep Band, Marching Band, Drum Major, Thespian Troupe 3414 Secretary, National Honor Society, Spring Musical. Undecided on which college he will attend but plans on eventually going to Harvard Law School Nicholas Perry—Outstanding Male Athlete: Football Captain and MVP, All-Conference, Guide Right, Bolingbrook Park District lifeguard. Will attend Milliken University and major in sociology. Sydney Banks—Outstanding Female Athlete: All Conference cross country and track, Golden Apple and Redbird scholarship recipient, National Honor Society. Will attend Illinois State University and major in English in order to be a teacher. Andrew Cate—Outstanding Math Student : Illinois state Scholar, Benedictine Presidential

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Top achievers from Bolingbrook and Romeoville high schools were honored at the annual Valley View School District 365U “Those Who Excel” luncheon at Bolingbrook Golf Club April 2.

Scholarship and Leadership Award winner, National Honor Society, cross country, track, National Society of High School Scholars. Will attend Benedictine University and major in mathematics. Mitchell Yelenosky— Outstanding Science Student: Illinois State Scholar, AP Scholar, Top Ten percent of class, 1st Honor Roll, President of National Honor Society, Best buddies, Washington, D.C. people to People Ambassador, karate, track, cross country, All Academic Athlete Award. Undecided on college but will major in engineering. Erik Speakman—Outstanding ROTC Student: BHS AFJROTC Wing Commander, Air Force Association Award and various other honors.AFJROTC Drill Team, baseball, bowling. Will attend Lewis University and major in air traffic control. Katelyn Hettinger— Outstanding NHS Student: AP Scholar, Illinois State Scholar, National Honor Society Treasurer, All-Academic Athlete award winner, cross country captain and MVP, track, National Society of High School Scholars, volunteer Spanish tutor, English Department aide. Will become a certified Pharmacy Technician soon and then will pursue a doctorate in pharmacy. Dayle Tietjens—Outstanding Career and Technical Education Student: Numerous awards in DECA and FCCLA, National Honor Society, Family, Career & Community Leader of America, Distributive Education Clubs of America, Operation Snowball,

soccer. Will attend College of DuPage with double major in baking/pastry arts and culinary arts/food science. Aaron Morris—Outstanding English Student: National Society of High School Scholars, Band, Marching Band, Foresters. Will attend Lewis University with a duel major in physics and mechanical engineering. Paul Crafton—Outstanding Social Studies Student: Illinois State Scholar, AP Scholar with Honors, 1st Honor Roll, Speech Team MVP, Top ten percent of class, Scholastic Bowl, National Honor Society.Will attend the University of Michigan majoring in chemical engineering. Jonathan Slowik—Outstanding Student Services Student: IMEA AllState, Marching Band, AP Scholar, Madrigals, Marching Band, Spring Musicals, Sunrise Singers, Model U-N. Will attend Berklee College of Music and hopes to become a professional songwriter and producer. Suraj “Neil” Sheth—Outstanding Scholastic Bowl Student: Salutatorian, Congressional Medal for Youth, National Merit Finalist, Illinois State Scholar, AP Scholar With Distinction, numerous allconference and all sectional awards for Scholastic Bowl and many other awards, Future STEM & Healthcare Leaders of America President, Model U-N President, Asian American Club President, National Honor Society and many other honors. >> to see the full version of this story, check out buglenewspapers.com

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Horoscopes Familiarity breeds contempt. This week, familiarity may breed a need to defend your position or start a squabble in order to get attention. You can easily mistake other people’s intentions, so seek clarity.

Remove bitter roots before they grow to bear sour fruit. The week ahead might be challenging if a loved one or partner gives your ideas the cold shoulder. Avoid feelings of resentment; don’t let sour grapes grow wild.

The most important person in the world might be in your own backyard. Don’t get carried away by romantic fantasies in the week ahead. Best friends might need your steady hand and sensible head to guide them.

There’s no wrong time to do the right thing. In an effort to set things right, however, you could create disruptions. You may be elected to clean up the mess when the applecart is upset in the week ahead.

A bed of roses might look inviting in the week to come, but roses have thorns, so it might not be what you expect. Loved ones could disturb the peace and quiet, or provoke you with surprising actions and ideas.

Money is meant to be spent, but not too quickly or without forethought. During the week ahead, an emphasis may be placed on finances and possessions that redefine your sense of what constitutes lasting values.

The fog comes in on little cat feet. Convoluted schemes might backfire so don’t let your imagination run away with you. Avoid signing agreements this week, or at least remember to read the fine print.

The quickest path between two points is a straight line. In the week to come, people may seem to mask their true intentions by sidestepping crucial issues. Iron out differences as quickly as possible.

Stand on your own two feet. Your ability to act without supervision is your most valuable asset. This isn’t a good week to turn a hobby into an incomeproducing venture or to draw friends in on a business deal.

Don’t jump out of the frying pan right into the fire. Don’t act on impulse and whim during the coming week. A special someone expects you to fulfill your duties and may not be willing to follow your pipe dreams.

If someone judges you, they don’t define you; they define themselves. In the week ahead, you may need to walk the line between giving people the benefit of the doubt and maintaining healthy skepticism.

An aura of romantic bliss may develop this week, so being all alone simply won’t do. Guard against becoming involved in new entanglements or romantic ventures, but spend time with trusted companions.

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INSIDE: Lewis golfers place 11th in Midwest Regional, page 13; Ben Moore has successful first season at SMU, page 15

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Spartan softball opens season By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

While the Spartans fell 7-0 to Bolingbrook, they are looking to use that as a jumping off point for the season. In all reality, they were just happy to get outside and play a game. It was the first game of the season for Romeoville after having the first four games cancelled because of weather. “We wanted to play,” said Romeoville coach Christina Douglas. “Regardless of the weather we had to go out and play a game. It is a starting point for us. We have been working hard for the last month with indoor practice and then we come outside and see the little things we need to adjust. We have to hope we grow from this game and get better as the year goes on. We have a lot of promise and excitement coming our way, we just need to put it together now.” Ashley Beck had a triple and Ally Zeigler had a single for the Spartans, while Skye Osborne had nine strikeouts in her first

start this season. “Skye Osborne is one of the young pitchers and is our No. 4 hitter,” Douglas said. “She is a lefty and can do it all, bunt, slap and hit.” Helping Osborne and fellow sophomore Annamariah Cajigas is senior catcher Tene Robinson. “We have a senior leader behind the plate in Tene Robinson, who is also our leadoff hitter,” Douglas said. “We are looking for those two kids to step up along with the rest of the team. She takes control back there and that is a good thing.” The Spartans did sweep a doubleheader with Rosary to bring their record to 2-2. Offensively, Haley Williams was 4-7 on the day. Pitching, Osborne and Cajigas each earned a win.

BOLINGBROOK While the Bolingbrook softball bats haven’t been quiet to start the season, they really haven’t been needed a whole lot as junior pitcher Megan Lotarski >> see OPENS | page 12

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Skye Osborne is one of the sophomore pitchers returning for Romeoville this season.

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>> OPENS, from page 11 has been dominant through the first two games of the season. She has had nearly the same stat line in each game, as she has allowed two hits and struck out 16 batters in each contest, a 4-1 win over Oswego East and a 7-0

win over Romeoville. “Megan has been on fire. She had 16 strikeouts today and 16 yesterday and only allowed two hits in each game,” said Bolingbrook coach Jean RyanMoak. “She is in her rhythm and as long as she stays in her rhythm and the bats and defense comes

Sports around, we will have a good season.You can see the growth in her, mentally and physically.” There are a few things the Raiders need to clean up. “We need to be a little more disciplined at the plate and cut down on the strikeouts,” RyanMoak said. “You can tell we have

been cooped up because they have come out here and they have been aggressive and really attacking. Today was our second game, so it was nice to have two games back to back and it was nice to get two Ws. We need a little bit of work and that I think will smooth out when we have a chance to be on the field and practice a little.” The Raider bats have been successful, earning eight hits against Oswego East and hammering out 12 against the Spartans. Against the Wolves, Brie Smith had two doubles and an RBI,while Gianna Espositio went 2 for 3 with an RBI. Against Romeoville, the Raiders were led by Esposito, (24), Dani Cinquepalmi (2-4), Olivia Simpson (2-4), Jen Jacobson (3-4 3 RBI) and Lotarski (2-4, 2 RBI). Ryan-Moak said she is looking

for a mix of young and veteran players to lead the team. “Nicole Bond is a freshman behind the plate,” she said. “Bringing up a freshman to work with a junior pitcher, but they really clicked and that was great. We have our second baseman, Esposito, who is an overall good player. She is our leadoff hitter, but she has power and can hit the ball, but can still be a bunter, so that is nice to have.” The Raiders will need all of their players as Ryan-Moak only carried 11 this year. “I like a small team, so I only kept 11,” she said. “For the first time, I have 11 kids and they are all gamers. They all gel and it is really nice. They are all willing to do whatever is needed to help the team.” Follow @Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com

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Lewis golfers place 11th at regional The Lewis University men’s golf team finished in 11th with a team total of 607 (310-297) on Sunday (April 6) at the Midwest Regional No. 3, playing the par-71, 6,673yard course at Elks Run Golf Club. Malone University won the event hosted by Bellarmine University with a team total of 578 (292-286) as MU’s Nate Tarter took the individual title with a score of 138 (68-70). “The team bounced back with a good round today,” Lewis head men’s golf coach Skip Steffey said. “We were able to beat a few teams that helped put us in a good position to be in the top-10 to go to the NCAA Super Regional.” Lewis junior Ryan Frederick (Lockport, Ill./Lockport) shot a 147 (73-74) to finish tied for ninth, while sophomore Alex Thode (Washington, Iowa/Washington) turned in a 151 (79-72) for the weekend. Flyer sophomore Robert Dofflemyer III (Belvidere, Ill./ Belvidere) tallied a 154 after posting a score of 77 both days, as junior Jeremy Fraser (Franfort, Ill./ Lincoln-Way North) was one off his pace with a 155 (81-74). Senior Dan Petrarca (Mokena, Ill./Lincoln-Way East) rounded out the Flyers with a score of 170 (8387). The Flyers return to action on Sunday (April 13) for the opening round of the Midwest Regional No. 4 in Noblesville, Ind., hosted by the University of Indianapolis at the Purgatory Golf Club.

BASEBALL The Lewis University baseball team dropped both games in their Sunday (April 6) Great Lakes Valley Conference doubleheader >> see LEWIS | page 14

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Lewis junior Ryan Fredrick tied for ninth at the Midwest Regional.

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>> LEWIS, from page 13 to Indianapolis, falling 4-0 in game one and 9-8 in game two at

Greyhound Park. The Flyers are now 15-14 on the season and 9-8 in GLVC play, while the Greyhounds move to 17-14 on

Sports the year and 12-6 in the league. “We got two solid outings from our starters today,” Lewis head baseball coach Tim McDonough said. “It’s unfortunate that we did not come away with a win in either game.” “In game one, we had opportunities to score and we did not capitalize,” McDonough said. “We had the second game in hand, but our bullpen couldn’t hold it.” In the first game, Indianapolis held a lead from the start of the game, getting the run on a walk and a double in the first inning. The Flyers threatened in the fourth, fifth and seventh innings, getting runners to third, but they were all stranded. The Greyhounds added a run in the bottom of the fifth on three hits before scoring two runs on three more hits in the sixth for the 4-0 victory. Lewis starter Sam Couch (Bolingbrook, Ill./Joliet Catholic) tossed six innings in the loss. Couch (5-1) gave up four runs on nine hits, while striking out three and walking one. Indianapolis’Evan Eyer collected the win after seven innings of work for the shutout. Eyer (2-1) also struck out two and walked

one. In the second game, the Flyers jumped on the board in the first inning when senior Ben Albano (West Dundee, Ill./Jacobs) shot a single up the middle to score Alex Slaby (Davenport, Iowa/ Davenport West) from second. Lewis sophomore Joe Sparacio (Plainfield, Ill./Plainfield Central) led off the second inning with a double, took third on a sacrifice bunt by Cale Robinson (Weldon, Ill./Clinton) and scored on a Joel Rotkvich (Crestwood, Ill./St. Laurence) single through the left side of the infield. Senior Drew Buddle (Bartlett, Ill./South Elgin) singled in Rotkvich to push the Flyers lead to 3-0. Robinson got the fourth inning started with a double and scored on an Indianapolis error that allowed Rotkvich to reach base. Rotkvich crossed home on Buddle’s sacrifice fly to go up 5-0. With two outs in the fifth, Sparacio drew a walk then scored on Robinson’s double and a Greyhound fielding error. Robinson tallied the second run of the inning as he crossed the plate on a wild pitch. Indianapolis broke up the shutout when they scored single

runs in the bottom of the fifth and seventh to cut into the Flyers lead at 7-2. Robinson collected his third double of the game in the top of the ninth to score sophomore Austin Mastela (Homer Glen, Ill./ Lockport) from second to give the Flyers an 8-2 lead with three outs to go. Indianapolis didn’t go quiet in the bottom of the ninth, scoring seven runs on three hits, three walks, a hit batter and one Lewis miscue that allowed the gamewinning run to score. Lewis relief pitcher Cory Bonner (Dripping Springs, Tex./ Dripping Springs) was credited with the loss as he only faced two batters in the ninth without recording an out. Bonner (1-1) gave up two runs, one earned, in his short outing. Flyer starter Brad Elmore (Bolingbrook, Ill./ Bolingbrook) threw seven innings, giving up two runs on seven hits while striking out seven and walking five. Indianapolis’ Adam Cornwell, the sixth Greyhound pitcher of the game, picked up the win. Cornwell (2-0) gave one unearned run on two hits and struck out one in two innings of work.

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Moore has strong first year at SMU By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

One season ago, Ben Moore was both the Voyager Media Player of the Year and the Prep Shootout MVP. Fast forward one year later and the former Bolingbrook big man is a consistent performer for Southern Methodist University in Dallas. The freshman has appeared in every game and averages 6.4 points and 3.7 rebounds off the bench this season and has helped the Mustangs to their 10th 20-win season in history and first since the 1999-00 season. The 24 wins is the most in the program since 198788 when the Mustangs won a program-best 28 games, a feat this year’s team could tie. Unfortunately for SMU, it will be attempting to get to that mark in the National Invitational Tournament as the Mustangs were left out of the NCAA tournament. “This makes us a lot more hungry,” Moore said. “We thought we were in it and now we (went)in and tried and win the NIT for the seniors and then next year we will go in with a chip on our shoulders. We (played) this NIT with a chip on our shoulders too.” In the opening game of the NIT, Moore tallied 11 points and had seven rebounds in a 68-54 win over UC Irvine. It was Moore’s ninth double digit scoring game this season. Moore also posts a 64.5 field goal percentage on the season, currently the best mark ever by an SMU player with at least 75 made field goals. The Mustangs fell just shy of the title, falling to Minnessota 65-63. Moore posted five points and a pair of rebounds. Moore said he is just happy the hard work paid off. For his efforts this season, Moore was named American Athletic Conference rookie of the week three times during the year. “I have had some ups and downs this season,” he said. “My expectations were to come in and work hard and see where that got me.” The first was after he tallied 13 points, nine rebounds, three assists and had two blocks

against Rhode Island in his second collegiate game. Moore was 6-for-9 from the field, and four of his nine rebounds were on the offensive end. The second time he earned the honor was when he helped SMU to a pair of American Athletic Conference over Rutgers and Houston in late January. Moore scored 12 points with five rebounds and two assists, going 4-of-5 from the field and 4-of-5 from the free throw line in a 70-56 win against the Scarlet Knights. He added five points and two rebounds in a 75-68 win at Houston. The third time came when he tallied a team-high 15 points, two assists, two blocks and a steal against then No. 7 Cincinnati in early February. In the game, Moore was 4-of-4 from the field and 7-of-7 from the free throw line. Over the week, he averaged 12.5 points, 5.5 rebounds and 2.5 blocks in the Mustangs’ two games. After the Cincinnati win, SMU coach Larry Brown had high praise for Moore in the post game press conference. “His biggest problem is his coach doesn’t know how to use him,” joked the Hall of Fame coach. “He gets better every day. He gets better in practice. I was thrilled because he doesn’t show much emotion and after the game, I could see he was really excited and that pumped me up. They were pressing us and he is a great ball handler and he helped relieve the pressure. He can do a lot of things. I know he wants to get better and we have to figure out how to help.” In that game, the SMU fans stormed the court to celebrate with the team, something Brown said he hopes never happens again. Brown said, he hopes wins over highly-ranked opponents becomes a regular feat and not something worth court storming. While, Moore shares that desire, he also said it was a great moment. “That is a moment that I will remember my whole life,” Moore said. “But like coach Brown said, and he is right, we want to win those games all the time.” Brown has sung Moore’s praises on multiple occasions this season, noting the sky is

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Bolingbrook graduate Ben Moore helped SMU to the NIT title game.

the limit for the former Raider. “I may be impartial, but I think Ben is going to be special,” Brown said. “He doesn’t even know how good he is.” Moore said words like that from a legendary coach make him want to be his best.

“It feels great,” Moore said. “Coach Brown has believed in me from the beginning and it feels good to hear him say that. It just builds my confidence.”

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Currie played in all 30 games for Division-I GardnerWebbUniversity, starting two. On the year she averaged 3.2 points and 1.8 rebounds per game. Follow @Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com

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Final Four Flashback: Kenny Battle JCA girls basketball coach reflects on his run with Illinois 25 years ago By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

As the NCAA tournament comes and goes year after year, the teams are filled more and more with one-and-done freshmen who are in college simply because the NBA rules say they can’t turn pro until a year out of high school. That was not always the case. In the past, players stayed in college for a few years and the goals were more about winning than cashing in for a big contract. This season is the 25th anniversary of the 1989 University of Illinois Fighting Illini basketball team which advanced to the Final Four, one of those teams that played for the team pride and a passion to win. The Flyin’ Illini, as the team was dubbed by broadcaster Dick Vitale, was a team made up of almost all in-state products that reached the Final Four and were one basket away from playing for the National Championship. A captain on that team was Kenny Battle, a West Aurora product who transferred to Illinois after spending two seasons at Northern Illinois University. Now he is an assistant

coach with the Joliet Catholic Academy girls basketball team, where his daughter was a starting freshman for the Class 3A state runners up. Battle took a look back at 25 years after advancing to the Final Four. “We had an opportunity to win the national championship and to know that you were one of four teams that were still playing that late in the season showed that the hard work and dedication that you put forth paid off,” Battle said. “That is an experience that not a lot of guys or a lot of teams get the opportunity to experience.” Illinois faced Big Ten opponent Michigan in Seattle in the semifinal and the Wolverines upset the Illini 83-81 on a lastsecond shot by Sean Higgins. “We didn’t care that we were playing a conference opponent,” Battle said.“We had an opponent and we were prepared to play whoever it was and we had a great setting in Seattle and we had an opportunity to win a national championship. It didn’t happen for us, but we had every opportunity.” Michigan won the title that year, defeating Seaton Hall 80-79 in overtime. “It made it better (that the Illini lost to the eventual champion),

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Former University of Illinois standout Kenny Battle is now a coach on the Joliet Catholic Academy girls basketball staff.

but it till didn’t make us feel any better,” Battle said.“We wanted to be the ones hoisting that trophy at the end of the year.” That year’s Final Four is often considered one of the most entertaining of all time. “Everywhere we go, people always remember that game and talk about that game,” Battle said. “It was really great to be part of that special team from the University of Illinois. We will always be part of the Flyin’ Illini.” Battle said although all the

former players are busy, they try to reminisce as much as possible. “Everybody has a lot going on, but any time we get together, we make the best of it,” Battle said.“I stay in touch with all of them. It was a special team. Larry Smith and I were in St. Louis together at an AAU tournament for my seventh grader and we were able to reminisce and talk about the future of Illinois basketball.” Other than advancing to the Final Four, the Flyin’ Illini team had another rarity trait that may

never be duplicated in major conference basketball. Four of the five starters and the first man off the bench were all Chicagoland products who all played in at least one IHSA state tournament. The fifth starter, Steven Bardo, was from downstate Alton and all but one of the 15-man roster played high school basketball in the state of Illinois. Battle led Aurora West High School to third place in 1984, Kendall Gill paced Rich Central to a second-place finish in 1986, Lowell Hamilton led Providence-St. Mel to a thirdplace finish in 1984 and a Class A title in 1985, while Marcus Liberty led King to a title in 1986 and a second-place finish in 1987. Both Battle and Liberty were named as one of the 100 Legends of the IHSA Boys Basketball Tournament announced in 2007. “You had guys all from the state of Illinois, all were either Mr. Basketball or were in contention for Mr. Basketball, all were the best player on their high school team, all had high accolades all had an opportunity to compete in the state tournament,” Battle said.“We all had the opportunity to come together and make it to the Final Four.” Follow @Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com

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Favorite social media outlet that you use? I love them all! How often do you use social media? I use it every minute that I get.

sportscenter @sportscenter “Crazy stat of the day: Kentucky has won 11 straight games in the NCAA Tournament. Its last loss came to UConn in 2011 Final Four.”

What do you use social media for? Looking at what others are up to and networking.

wisconsin basKetball @baDgermbb “Kentucky started 5 freshmen. A TOTAL of 4 freshmen have started a game in 13 years under Bo Ryan.”

Have you ever tweeted a famous person? Did they respond? Yes, and the Amish maﬁa responded to me once.

angelo Di carlo @angDicarlownDu “Love that after a hard fought win, it was Jewell Loyd who pushed Natalie Achonwa back to the locker room via wheelchair. #teammatelove

Who is your favorite pro athlete? Why? Brittney Griner, she’s 6’7”, can dunk, is a good shooter and unstoppable.

Your most memorable sports moment? Winning conference for the ﬁrst time in my school’s history.

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real estate & BUsiNess

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Extravagant giving or foolish spending?

Don’t let other family members opinions get you down; you’re allowed to give back to loved ones hard and been extremely Dear Dave, smart and disciplined with My husband and I your finances. For someone are debt-free, and we in your situation, bringing have several hundred your family together for one thousand dollars in of the most important days savings. We pay for of the year isn’t foolish on our children and DaVe says any level. grandchildren to visit money aDvice I think it’s awful that during Christmas By Dave ramsey you’re even having this each year, but my conversation with her. mother thinks this is foolish One of my great dreams years spending. What do you think? ago was to have the ability to Lindal do things like that for my family. Dear Linda, When I was 22, I worked for a I’m sure your mom loves you real estate guy who would bring guys a lot, but she’s wrong twice on this one. First, she should his entire family in from all over mind her own business. Second, the country once a year to go you guys have obviously worked skiing for a week. He and his

there are three things you can do with money: spend, save and give.trust me, giving is the most fun of all! for someone in your situation, bringing your family together for one of the most important days of the year isn’t foolish on any level. wife would pay for everything. They would rent a nice chalet, and spend that time having fun as a family and growing closer together. I sort of borrowed that idea a while back. Once a year we’ll take all our kids and their spouses on a nice vacation. We pay for everything, and it’s just one of our gifts to them because we love them. So, I think your mom is completely wrong. There are three things you can do with money: spend, save and give.

Trust me, giving is the most fun of all! —Dave

Book a hotel room without a credit card? Dear Dave, Is it possible to book a hotel room without a credit card? James Dear James, Absolutely, it is. Just use a debit card. I don’t have a credit card.When it comes to finances, the only

coMMUNITY EVENTs APRIL 10 Bingo Night/Fish Fry. Friends of the Levy Board fundraiser at 251 Canterbury Lane, Bolingbrook. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Game time at 6 p.m. $25 for one book; $35 for two books (per person). For more information, call 630759-4111. Journey to the Cross. 10 a.m. to noon at the Zion Lutheran Church. 22007 Book Road. (corner of Book Road and Hassert Boulevard).Take the opportunity to walk in Jesus’ footsteps during Holy Week. Smell the aroma of anointing perfume, taste Passover food, feel a crown of thorns, pet a live donkey, and so much more. You will hear about Jesus from Bible witnesses and be a part of the Passion experience.For more information, visit our website: http://ZionNapervilleJTC. wordpress.com Journeys take approximately an hour. While reservations are not required, they may be created on the event website. There is no cost for admission; a freewill donation plate will be available. For more information, call 630-904-1124.

APRIL 12 Romeoville Humane Society Annual Spring Craft Fair. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friendship Center, 175 S. Highpoint Dr. Photographer

pieces of plastic you’ll find in my wallet are two debit cards—one for my business, and the other for my personal account. A Visa or Mastercard-branded debit card can be used anywhere credit cards are accepted. And the best part is that you’re not borrowing money when you use one.The funds come directly from your checking account. Some hotels might put a temporary hold on your account for the amount in question, so you need to make sure you actually have the money in the bank. But that just makes sense, doesn’t it? You shouldn’t be traveling without money in the first place. If you’re too broke to travel, then you need to stay home. Pretty simple! —Dave

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will be available for pictures of pets and family.Raffles,Adoptable Dogs, Lots of vendor tables.All proceeds benefit the Romeoville Humane Society. Thank you for your support.Visit our website at www. romeovillehumanesociety.org or e-mail us for more information at info@romeovillehumanesociety. org.

APRIL 13 Romeoville Veteran’s Commission Scholarship Fund Pancake Breakfast. 8 to11 a.m.Romeoville Recreation Department, 900 W. Romeo Road. Please join us at our fundraiser to support the Scholarship Fund. All proceeds will go towards the Veterans Commission Student Scholarship Fund which goes to a high school ROTC student and one scholarship to a high school child of a veteran. If you wish to make a donation to this cause, please contact Colleen Palmer at the Romeoville Recreation Department at 815.886.6222. CPAAR Alumni Bunco Party. 1 to 5 p.m. at the Romeoville Recreation Center, The Drdak Room, 900 W. Romeo Road, Romeoville. Citizens Police Academy Alumni of Romeoville is having a Bunco Party Fundraiser to support CPAAR. Tickets are $5 in advance (by April 10th) OR $6

at the door. Call Nancy for tickets at 815-886-0556. There will be door prizes and prizes for play. CPAAR is a non-for-profit group that assists the Romeoville Police Department and community by volunteerism, fostering the belief that preservation of public welfare is the duty of every citizen.

APRIL 22

Brooks Middle School Spring Choir Concert. 7 p.m. at Brooks Middle School, 350 Blair Lane. Bolingbrook. The Concert, lasting 30-35 minutes, will be immediately followed by a reception where refreshments will be served. Admission is free and all are welcome. For more information contact the Brooks Middle School Choir Sponsor & Music teacher, Virginia Ireland, at 630-759-6340 or at irelandva@ vvsd.org.

APRIL 29 Relay For Life of Romeoville “Luau Kickoff Party.” 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Romeoville Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Road. Food, Team Registration, Door Prizes and Fun. Cancer Survivors Celebrated. Find out how to join our event and much more. For more information, visit www.relayforlife.org/romeovilleil or contact Carrie Robinette at 708-633-7771 or email: carrie. robinette@cancer.org.

ONGOING Lenten Fish Dinner. 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the St. George Serbian Social Center, 310 Stryker, Joliet. Serving every Friday thru April 1. Serving Fried or Baked Fish Dinners and Shrimp Dinners. Salad, vegetable, choice of baked or french fried potato, rice pilaf, bread and butter. Complementary coffee, cash bar. Carry-outs available. 815-725-5502. Are you a crafter? Do you have handmade items you’d like to sell? Please contact the Romeoville Humane Society, they will be hosting an Easter Craft Fair fundraising event April 12th, in Romeoville. Email their Fundraising Chair @ dlove0825@ yahoo.com, please indicate Spring Craft Fair in the subject line and she will give you a call. Panic Attack Support Group of Bolingbrook. Anyone who is dealing with panic attacks, anxiety attacks, or social phobia is welcome to attend this support group.We meet every second and fourth Thursday of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. Please visit Meetup.com to RSVP http:// www.meetup.com/AnxietyPanic-Attack-Support-Group-OfBolingbrook-Naper/.

Clifford William Siok, Sr., age 75,of Oswego,died Sunday,April 6, 2014 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. He was born Jan. 31, 1939 in Chicago to Edmund and Alice Siok. Clifford had been a resident of Mooseheart as a child, and he worked for Global Mobile in Forestview, Ill., FKA Itell Container in the truck tire division prior to his retirement. He was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Oswego, the Moose Lodge in Naperville, and the Sons of the American Legion Post in Lockport. Clifford is survived by his wife Joannie, two daughters, Tammy (James) Vanderborg of Jefferson City, MO and Robin (Larry) Beason of Richmond Park, his son Clifford J (Kimberly) Siok of Yorkville, and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister and a brother.A gathering of family and friends will take place from 4 p.m. until a memorial service at 8 p.m. on Friday,April 11, 2014 at the Dunn Family Funeral Home with Crematory, 1801 Douglas Road, Oswego. Cremation took place at American Crematory. For additional information, call 630-554-3888 or visit www. dunnfamilyfuneralhome.com.

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IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS EASTERN DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF AUGUST 1, 2005 PARK PLACE SECURITIES, INC. ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-WHQ4 Plaintiff, -v.PAM M. STILTNER, et al Defendants 1 : 12 CV 7392 JUDGE SHARON JOHNSON COLEMAN NOTICE OF SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 7, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, Special Commissioner appointed herein,will at 9:30 AM on April 22, 2014, at the office of Attorneys’ Title Guaranty Fund Inc., One Old Frankfort Way, Suite 9, FRANKFORT, IL, 60423, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5 FERNWOOD CT, Romeoville, IL 60446 Property Index No. 02-27-301-071. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $166,499.52. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003. Please refer to file number C14-95179. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 606064650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C14-95179 Case Number: 1 : 12 CV 7392 TJSC#: 34-4109 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I596840 Published 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10

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ROMEOVILLE IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS EASTERN DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF AUGUST 1, 2005 PARK PLACE SECURITIES, INC. ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-WHQ4 Plaintiff, -v.PAM M. STILTNER, et al Defendants 1 : 12 CV 7392 JUDGE SHARON JOHNSON COLEMAN NOTICE OF SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 7, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, Special Commissioner appointed herein,will at 9:30 AM on April 22, 2014, at the office of Attorneys’ Title Guaranty Fund Inc., One Old Frankfort Way, Suite 9, FRANKFORT, IL, 60423, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 106 IN HONEYTREE SUBDIVISION UNIT 5, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 27, IN TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, AND IN RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 14, 1972 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R72-19651, AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED OCTOBER 31, 1972 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R72- 31827, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 5 FERNWOOD CT, Romeoville, IL 60446 Property Index No. 02-27-301-071. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $166,499.52. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 2630003. Please refer to file number C14-95179. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C14-95179 Case Number: 1 : 12 CV 7392 TJSC#: 34-4109 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I596840 Published 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10

LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE ROMEOVILLE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, as successor in interest to Silver Hill Financial, LLC, Plaintiff, v. GARY R. WATERS; SANDRA L. WATERS; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY; CITIBANK, N.A.; UNKNOWN OWNERS; NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; and UNKNOWN TENANTS AND OCCUPANTS, Defendants. 14 CH 337 1424 Sherman Road Romeoville, IL 60446 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to the following: UNKNOWN OWNERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS AND UNKNOWN TENANTS AND OCCUPANTS, Generally. Notice is hereby given to Defendants in the above-entitled suit that the above-named Plaintiff has filed its Complaint in said Court for Foreclosure pursuant to the mortgage foreclosure laws of the State of Illinois, of the lands and premises in the Complaint situated in Will County, State of Illinois: LOT 2 AND THE EAST 15 FEET OF LOT 3, IN BLUFF TRAILS SUBDIVISION, PHASE I, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MARCH 28, 1988 AS DOCUMENT NO. R88-12087, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN: 02-23-203-002-000. Common Address: 1424 Sherman Road Romeoville, IL 60446. that summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that said suit is now pending. The said Complaint is for the foreclosure of the mortgage. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above-named Defendants, file your appearance in the said suit in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Will County, Illinois, on or before the April 28, 2014, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. Stephen G. Daday Aaron D. White, Jr. Klein, Daday, Aretos & O’Donoghue, LLC 2550 West Golf Road, Suite 250 Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 847-590-8700 Firm No. 3127015 I597810 Published 3/27, 4/3, 4/10

LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 12TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY- JOLIET, ILLINOIS Bank of America, N.A., Successor by Merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Plaintiff, vs. Weslake Country Club Association aka Weslake County Club; Gleneagle Homeowners’ Association; Coleen P. Bailey; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Timmothy Bailey aka Timmothy Don Bailey aka Timmothy D. Bailey; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. 14 CH 373 Property Address: 1874 Pebblestone Drive, Romeoville, Illinois 60446 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Timmothy Bailey aka Timmothy Don Bailey aka Timmothy D. Bailey and UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled cause, that suit has been commenced against you and other defendants in the Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit by said plaintiff praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT 88, IN WESLAKE SUBDIVISION NEIGHBORHOOD 1, UNIT 2, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, RANGE 9, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 20, 1996 AS DOCUMENT NO. R96-84558, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N.: 03-12-202-037-0000 Said property is commonly known as: 1874 Pebblestone Drive, Romeoville, Illinois 60446, and which said mortgage(s) was/ were made by Timmothy Bailey and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds as Document Number R2010130926 and for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the above Court against you as provided by law and that said suit is now pending. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Court at Will County on or before April 28, 2014 a default may be taken against you at any time after that date and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Steven C. Lindberg FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 150 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) I597883 Published 3/27, 4/3, 4/10

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