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JULY 12, 2012

Vol. 7 No. 1

Police Academy Romeoville police work with area teens By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter

oning their own investigative skills, teens had the opportunity to work alongside Romeoville police officers during the first Youth Police Academy. “We felt the class went great,” saidAssistant Chief Steve Lucchesi. “The students enjoyed themselves and so did the instructors. It was a great opportunity for us to interact with teenagers in a fun, and hands on instructional environment.” The Romeoville Police Department set out to engage teens in a program that teaches what law enforcement is all about. Similar to its Citizen Police Academy, the Youth Academy was offered the last week of June.The free five-day program was open to teenagers aged 15 to 18 with parent approval.

Participants went through an array of classes including DUI/ Traffic enforcement, criminal law; use of force; taser; firearms safety; officer survival; report writing; K-9 program;the booking process; evidence; gangs and more. “It gave the kids an opportunity to learn about many different aspects of policing that they could not have learned elsewhere— from making mock traffic stops with the squad cars, to looking for and processing evidence at a crime scene,” said Lucchesi. Lucchesi said the department plans to host the class annually in the month of June. “It is a big undertaking for the department, but it is a program we feel is worth the work,” said Lucchesi. “The payoff for us is to see that the kids are having a lot of fun and at the same time learning about what we do as police officers. The officers also benefit from having positive interactions with the kids.” Submitted Photos

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Volunteer Park takes a bath Nearly 750 people turned out for the 6th annual cooperative with the Lockport Township Park District, Splish Splash, where residents were treated to an afternoon of water fun at Volunteer Park. Each year the Romeoville Recreation Department and Lockport Township Park District work together to bring the area a different themed family event.

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Save on expensive utility costs during summer Looking to save on your utility costs? A free seminar designed to do just that will held at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 12 at the DuPage Township Levy Center, 241 Canterbury Lane, Bolingbrook. State Rep. Emily McAsey is partnering with the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) to host a

Summer Utility Savings seminar where trained experts will provide residents information about how they can save money on their utility bills. “During the expensive summer months, it’s important to find new ways to save money,”McAsey said. “The Citizens Utility Board

can help local residents identify ways to lower their utility bills so they can keep more of their hard earned cash.” With over 25 years experience, CUB experts have developed many useful methods for reducing utility bills. At the seminar CUB staff

will discuss energy-saving programs run by your provider, how to be a responsible consumer, and other tips and tricks developed over the years assisting consumers. Additionally, CUB staff will be on hand to help answer questions regarding the many

alternative energy suppliers new to the community. For more information or to RSVP for the seminar, contact McAsey’s constituent service office at (815) 372-0085. Laura Katauskas contributed to this report.

‘Christmas in July’ golf outing July 18 at Bolingbrook Golf Club Heart Haven Outreach will be holding their 9th Annual “Christmas in July” Golf Outing and Dinner Event on July 18 at the Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodéo Drive, Bolingbrook. This year’s event will offer fun and entertainment throughout the day and into the evening. Golfing registration will begin at 11 a.m. with a delicious lunch being served to start things off.A shotgun start at 12:30 will start the day of golf off with a Best Ball Tournament taking place on the state-of-the-art, 18-hole Arthur Hill designed golf course. Besides golf, there will be plenty of contests, prizes, and fun on many of the holes during the day. For those people not inclined to golf, they can still spend time with Heart Haven Outreach by attending the Dinner Event following the golf tournament. For $50, tickets are available to attend this night of socializing, eating, comedy, and networking. Tickets to this dinner event are included in the golf registration. The evening’s activities will begin at 6 p.m. with a social hour

hosted by some of Bolingbrook’s favorite places including Gordon Biersch, Nancy’s Pizza, and Winestyles. In addition, an ice sculpture Martini Luge and a popcorn station will be available. Guests will be invited to stroll down the Main Street of Restaurants for a “Taste of Bolingbrook.” Included in the Main Street Taste are such favorites as: bd’s Mongolian Grill, Mago Grill & Cantina, Eggs, Inc. Cafe, Olive Garden, Gordon Biersch, Uncle Bub’s Award Winning BBQ, and Tailgaters Sports-Bar,The Nest, Coop’s Den, and Bar Louie. There will also be a dessert station with Andy’s Frozen Custard, Cupcakes By Melanie, a Chocolate Dipping Fountain from EvendA Events, a Candy Land station, and a coffee bar. Along with some of the best food and drinks Bolingbrook has to offer, guests at this year’s event will also be entertained by long time comedian, Mike Toomey, guest MC.With his sharp delivery, quick wit, and identifiable style, Mike Toomey has been a favorite

at comedy clubs and special events since 1982 and has been seen regularly on The WGN Morning News in Chicago. Mike has appeared in concert with such names as Wayne Newton, Crosby, Stills and Nash, and Reba McEntire. He has performed on numerous television programs including: HBO’s U.S. Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen, Colorado; MTV’s “Half Hour Comedy Hour”; and A&E’s “Comedy on the Road.” The Chicago Tribune calls Mike, “One of the funniest and most talented performers to ever work in Chicago.” The event will also include a Silent Auction, Live Auction and a Chinese Auction. Some of the items being auctioned off will be Chicago Sports Tickets, an LCD TV, a boat ride on Lake Michigan, and much more. For more details, to sponsor the event, or to make a golf or dinner reservation, please visit www.hearthavenoutreach.org/ get-involved/golf-outing. Heart Haven OutReach is fondly referred to as H2O. H2O is a safe haven for high school teens experiencing struggles

and challenges in their lives (i.e., loneliness, relationship issues, low self-esteem, bullying, anger issues, problems at school, etc.). H2O is a place where teens can come to talk through their problems and know they are not alone.

By building caring and supportive relationships, H2O provides one-on-one mentoring, support groups, and character education programs for teens. For more information, please visit www.hearthavenoutreach. org

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Preserving Our Past Division Street Bridge reflects the protective benefits of Will County Historic Register By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

Over the next several weeks, the Bugle will shed insight into the Will County Historic Preservation Commission. Preserving Our Past will journey to a handful of registered Will County historic landmarks, take a closer look into the historic survey process, and introduce readers to members of the commission and the work that they do. The first stop in the Preserving Our Past series is the Division Street Bridge, which was constructed in Lockport Township in 1899. But the bridge’s future was not always guaranteed. A Look Back No longer in use, the Division Street Bridge is a remnant of the region’s industrial past. It was constructed at the same time as the Sanitary and Ship Canal, which replaced the I & M Canal as an important link between Lake Michigan and the Mississippi River. The historic bridge is made up of three different sections, or trusses, which together span over 500 feet. Originally, the Division Street Bridge was needed to span the tailrace from the controlling works of the Sanitary Canal located north of Ninth Street.

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This photo of the Division Street Bridge was taken in 1923.

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The Division Street Bridge is not in use today and access to the bridge is restricted.

The bridge is located within the Lockport Prairie Nature Preserve. This link to the region’s past and the living history that the structure represents are a couple of the reasons why John Lamb, vice chairman and historian for the Will County Historic Preservation Commission, nominated the Division Street Bridge for the Will County Register of Historic Places in 1994. “We had been working on a number of items in the area here at the time,” Lamb said. “It was one of the things we thought should be saved.” A resident of Lockport since 1956, Lamb’s love for

history led to his involvement in the Lockport Heritage and Architecture Commission and the Will County HPC. After working nearly 40 years as a history professor at Lewis University in Romeoville, Lamb’s focus shifted after his retirement in 1994 to historic preservation. “The whole purpose to me of historic preservation is to preserve that part of our history that is never in a sense recorded, like the Civil War or something,” Lamb said. “But that history is there and it’s important for people to see. That part of the past that is still there.” The Division Street Bridge was approved as a Will County Landmark on Feb. 16, 1995,

making it and the Renwick Road Bridge, which was approved on the same date, the first two structures to be granted landmark status under the, then, newly created HPC. “Both of those bridges would have been destroyed, because they were obsolete,” Lamb said. In addition to the Division Street Bridge, Lamb nominated the Renwick Road Bridge in Plainfield Township and the Patrick Fitzpatrick House in Lockport Township. Saving the Past This designation, however, wasn’t the end of the Division Street Bridge’s story. The local landmark status, which is different from the national or state registers, is protective and grants local oversight to Will County officials. This protection helped to prevent the Division Street Bridge from destruction just years after it became a landmark.

In 1994, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began a survey of two bridges that crossed the Des Plaines River and connected to the Lockport Lock and Dam. Those bridges were the Division Street Bridge and the Ninth Street Bridge The Corps determined that the $1.5 million it would cost to destroy the bridge and erect a new one was more cost effective than servicing the century-old bridge. Lamb said the battle over destroying the bridge, much like the bridge’s history, was linked to Ship and Sanitary Canal. “The Corps controls the sides of the Ship and Sanitary Canal,” Lamb said. “The Corps was anxious to develop the lock. So they would have been happy to get rid of that bridge.” After a lengthy battle between the Corps and the HPC, a new bridge was constructed in 2002 near 16th Street, and the original Division Street Bridge was saved. Lamb credited the outcome on the bridge’s designation as a local landmark. “When we got the bridge labeled as a historic monument, the Corps can’t tear it down without local support,” Lamb said. The bridge can be viewed from inside the Lockport Prairie Nature Preserve. jsamples@buglenewspapers.com

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Bears, Lifesource host blood drive By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter

Giving blood can save a life. It’s a simple message the 1985 Super Bowl champion Chicago Bears and Lifesource blood center want to get across. The two groups are teaming up to give donors an opportunity to win an unprecedented football camp experience for boys and girls between the ages of 7 and 18. The camp will be led the likes of Steve McMichael, Jay Hildenberg, Otis Wilson, Keith VanHorne, Emery Moorehead and Sean Gayle. A blood drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 21 at Romeoville High School, 100 North Independence Blvd. According to Lifesource spokeswoman Tammy Basile, Lifesource has been partnering with the Chicago Bears for the past three years to bring awareness to the need for blood donors. “We are trying to bring attention to the need for blood,” Basile said. “Only 5 percent of people who are eligible to give blood actually donate. Yet every two seconds someone needs blood.” Anyone who donates blood will be entered into a random

drawing with 400 winners receiving a ticket for a football training camp. Two sessions will be held a morning session for ages 7 to 12 and an afternoon session for ages 13 to 18. Participants will learn football techniques from members of the 1985 Chicago Bears and receive an autograph. The camps are noncontact and all equipment will be provided. “Fans seem to really relate to this opportunity; kids love it and parents get to watch from the stands,” Basile said. “It’s a great way to save lives and be able to teach the kids this summer on what it means to be a donor.” According to Basile, it’s easy to donate.The donation process takes about an hour and is both safe and comfortable. Blood donors need to be at least 17 years old, 16 with parental consent, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Most medications are accepted. Please bring photo identification such as a driver’s license, state ID or passport. For more information, rules or to register for the drive, log onto www.lifesource.org or call 1-877-543-3768. katauskas@buglenewspapers.com

Valley View School District starting board meetings early The Valley View School District 365U’s next board meeting to be held Monday will begin at an earlier start time. The public portion of its Board of Education meetings will now begin at 7 p.m. with the start of the new fiscal year, which began July 1.

Board members will still convene in public session briefly at 6:30 p.m. before moving into executive session. Should additional executive session time be required, the board will go back into executive session following the public portion of the meeting.

Village securing more open space By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter

The village is working with the Will County Forest Preserve District to annex nearly 240 acres of land into Romeoville to dedicate to open space. While establishing its eastern borders and working to keep the public land for conservation purposes,the village is developing an annexation agreement for the 240 acres of land, including Veterans Woods that lies south of Route 53 on Joliet Road and south of Bluff Road. The area marks the entrance into Romeoville. It also includes prairie land that lies in a section adjacent to the Des Plaines River, on the East Side of Route 53, behind Mongo McMichaels.

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According to Village Manager Steve Gulden, the land currently lies in Will County. In order to annex the property into Romeoville, its zoning needs to be changed to P1, a conservation district consistent with what is set by the forest preserve. By zoning the property P1, the land will forever stay as open space as

long as it lies in Romeoville and the forest preserve continues to secure it as conservation land. The standard annexation agreement also will include a partnership with the forest preserve for future bike trails within Romeoville. katauskas@buglenewspapers.com

Police Blotter

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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. Miguel Corral, 41, 1549 N. 22nd Ave.,Melrose Park,was arrested at 2:16 a.m. on June 24 and charged with DUI, improper lane use and disobeying a police officer near Route 53 and Airport Road.

Deividas Kirkliauskas, 36, 400 Bellevue Drive, Round Lake Park, was arrested at 12:32 p.m. on June 25 and charged with disorderly conduct on the 1300 block of Marquette Drive.

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Thomas Uselding, 42, 520 Camden Ave, was arrested at 6:58 p.m. on June 27 and charged with disorderly conduct on the 400 block of Weber Road.

A resident in the 500 block of Wynbrooke Drive reported a burglary from motor vehicle at 6:33 a.m. on June 27. A cell phone and a car stereo were removed from the vehicle causing damage to the vehicle dashboard. The vehicle was unlocked and parked in the street in front of the residence. Estimated cost of the items and damage is $1,350.

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A contractor working in the 700 block of Normantown Road reported a theft at 10:08 a.m. on June 28. Miscellaneous copper tubes and fittings were taken from a gated area inside the building. Estimated cost of the items taken is $3,000.

A customer at a business in the 1200 block of Lakeview Drive reported a theft at 2:59 p.m. on June 29. A duffle bag containing a cell phone, wallet, clothing and keys was taken from a locker at the business. Estimated cost of the items taken is $1,140.

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A construction company working in the 300 block of Eaton reported criminal damage to property at 7:01 a.m. on June 29. A heavy object was used to smash the window of a front loader that was left parked in the parking lot. Estimated cost to repair the damage is $1,400.

Derek Raeford, 21, 4507 Pine Vista Lane,Greensboro, N.C., was arrested at 2:31 a.m.

on June 30 and charged with driving without a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and disobeying a traffic device near Romeo Road and Belmont Drive. Kevin LeRoy, 42, 3804 Landings Road, Joliet, was arrested at 8:43 p.m. on July 1 and charged with DUI, driving with a revoked license,uninsured and resisting on the 300 block of Hickory.

Jose Padilla, 18, 413 Clay St, Joliet, was arrested at 2:16

a.m. on July 1 and charged with the illegal consumption of alchol by a minor near Healy Ave and Troxel Avenue.

to damage a window screen, and a laptop and iPod were taken from the residence. Estimated cost of the items taken is $765.

Richard Cervantes, 55, 215 Bodega Drive, was arrested at 12:09 p.m. on July 1 and charged with driving with a revoked license near Murphy Drive and Malibu.

A resident in the 1700 block of Christopher Court reported criminal damage to property. at 11:03 a.m. on July 2. A brick was used to damage the body and windows of a vehicle that was parked in the street in front of the residence. Estimated cost of the damage to the vehicle is $1,700.

A resident in the 1600 block of Dahlia Court reported a residential burglary at 3:09 p.m. on July 1.A sharp object was used

A resident in the 2000 block of Wedgewood reported criminal damage to property at 10:46 a.m. on July 2. A brick was used to damage the body of a vehicle that was parked in the street in front of the residence. Estimated cost of the damage to the vehicle is $1,500.

Veronica Montenegro, 36, 1472 Indian Ave, Aurora, was arrested at 8:36 a.m. on July 2 and charged with speeding and driving without a driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license near Dalhart and Corona.

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McAsey said.“By taking an honest approach to our state’s finances, we can continue to make Illinois a better place to live and work.” For more information about the legislation, please contact McAsey’s full time constituent service office at (815) 372-0085.

“Unfortunately the current call the Depart of Children and system of mandated reporting Family Services Child Abuse does not adequately protect Hotline at 1-800-25ABUSE. kids from child predators,” “Since becoming a State McAsey said. “Expanding the Representative, I’ve made it a statue to cover additional school priority to protect children” personnel and coaches will help McAsey said. “This legislation law enforcement identify and furthers that goal, ensuring prosecute dangerous sexual individuals who spend a predators.” significant amount of time Child abuse reporting HB 3887,supported by McAsey, caring for children are required P r e her v i o ufight s p uagainst z z l e ’ s adds a n s higher w e r s education personnel, participants in the mandated Continuing sexual predators, legislation athletic program personnel and reporting system.” supported by State Rep. Emily early intervention providers to For more information on this McAsey to expand who is the list of individuals required to or any other legislation, please mandated to report sexual abuse report suspected sexual abuse of contact McAsey’s full time of a child was signed into law by a child to the authorities. Anyone constituent service office at Previous puzzle ’s answers the governor on June 27. who suspects abuse should (815) 372-0085.

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Calendar ONGOING Tai Chi and Westfield Walkers. Senior Services Center of Will County wants to keep seniors healthy and living independently as long as possible. Tai Chi is offered at the center on Tuesday’s and other locations throughout the county. This is a 12-week program. Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays as we walk the mall. Not only do you get the benefit of walking twice a week, once a month we offer a free breakfast at Panera and an opportunity to hear a speaker provided by Provena Health. You can take a 12-week Tai Chi class for a $20 suggested donation, and you can join our Westfield Walkers Club for $25 per year. For more information please give us a call at 815-7239713. Munchkin Market at the Farmer’s Market. 6-8 p.m. at the Lockport Farmer’s Market and Car Show on Monday nights. Libraries from White Oak Library District will be coming to the farmer’s market to tell stories and have some fun. Citizens Against Ruining the Environment. Every third Monday of the month at 6-7:30 p.m. at SOS Children’s Village, 17545 Village Lane, Lockport. This volunteer non-profit environmental organization is dedicated to serving Will County and the surrounding area. For more information or a meeting agenda, call Ellen Rendulich at 815-834-1611. Birth After Cesarean. Meet other moms who are planning their natural birth after cesarean

section.Come for encouragement, support and information to plan your next birth. Meetings at noon the first Monday every month in Romeoville. Call Melanie at 253861-5897 -VBACesarean@aol. com Managing Multiples. A support group open to couples that are still expecting, parents of multiples or even parents who have one or more children who just need to get their life in order. The group will meet the second Thursday of each month from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Participants are encouraged to bring their babies.The class is free. For more information call (630) 527-5369. Breastfeeding support group. Led by a certified Lactation Counselor, meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month from 11:30 a.m. to noon (following Cradle Talk). Join other breastfeeding moms for support and to have any questions answered. No registration required. For information and location, please call (630) 527-3957. Nurturing Mom. A support group is a free support group for new moms or moms-to-be who are experiencing emotional lows, depression, anxiety, fearful thoughts, difficulty sleeping, or other troubling behavior. Led by a licensed clinical psychologist and a therapist with extensive backgrounds in women’s services and postpartum depression, this support group meets weekly; on Thursdays from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Registration is suggested.To register for these classes, please call (630) 527-6363.

Need a Job or GED Classes? Education Service Network NFP Inc.’s Career Seekers GED/ Workforce program, a program of the Regional Office of Education is located at 179 North Chicago St. Joliet, Illinois 60432. We offer GED classes/resume preparation/ job placement for participants between the ages of 16 and 21. Classes meet Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon; Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 1 to 3 p.m. We also offer GED classes at our satellite site at the Friendship Centre at HighPoint, 175 South HighPoint Drive, Romeoville on Monday and Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information call 815774-8902 or 815-774-8922. Are you affected by someone’s drinking? Open meetings are held every third Friday of the month from 7 p.m.8:30 p.m. at 265 Republic Ave. in Joliet. Contact Al-anon/Alateen at 815-773-9623 or visit www. niafg.org for more information. Food Pantry. To better serve your needs, Power Connection’s Large Food Pantry will now be open on the second and fourth Mondays of the month from 1 to 6:45 p.m. at 999 Remington Blvd, Suite F, Bolingbrook. Next month, June 11 and 25. For a $20 donation you can shop the aisles of canned/boxed goods, drinks, desserts, snacks, breads, fruits & vegetables. You will also receive a pre-selected bag of meat. There is no income verification and all residents of Illinois are welcome. The Clothing Pantry is open from 9 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. on those Mondays. We

THE BUGLE JULY 12, 2012 carry clothing for men/women/ children as well as household items, furniture, sundries, toys and more. Donations accepted Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (630) 679-6899 or visit thepowerconnection.org for more information on available services and classes.

JULY 12 Making Crochet Food. 1-2:30 p.m. at the Crest Hill Library.What is cute, colorful, and calorie-free?

Crocheted food. Come learn to read a pattern to create cheerful decorations, toys, and more. All materials will be provided. Basic crochet skills are necessary. Call the library at 815-725-0234 to sign up. Drop-in crafts. 2-4 p.m. at the Gaylord Building. Stop in to the library’s space in the Gaylord Building to make a craft to take See CALENDAR, page 20

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1 Bike part 6 Boo-boo 10 Call heard at night 14 Upstage a costar, perhaps 15 No trouble at all 16 Within: Pref. 17 Very angry, informally? 19 Don Juan’s love 20 European cheese with a Protected Designation of Origin 21 Alehouse 23 High regard 24 Two-time ‘80s-’90s Senate majority leader 25 Roman trio 26 Tackle box item for liberals? 30 Head of Québec 33 New driver, typically 35 Heart line 36 Crew member 37 1947 South Seas traveler 39 Wrongdoing 40 Hobbit on a quest 42 California’s __

Valley 43 Deep-six 44 Chuck steak, for example? 46 Carol opener 48 One of the guys 49 Cling cause 53 Twins in the sky 56 “The Legend of Zelda: __ of Time”: video game 57 Base runner? 58 What 17-, 26and 44-Across are, figuratively and literally 61 Temerity 62 Words after step or sleep 63 IV part 64 Pay to play 65 A fish named Dory helped find him 66 Starts fishing

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1 In and of itself 2 Throws off 3 Shirk responsibility 4 One playing the field, e.g. 5 Alphabet soup bit 6 Bouquet greenery 7 Thai language 8 Navy ship letters 9 Words on a “greatest hits” album 10 Bar drunk’s comeuppance 11 Generous words 12 Febreze target 13 Having a hard time deciding 18 Recover from a knockout 22 Central Asia’s __ Mountains 24 It’s in your jeans 26 “__ Bleed”: Stones album 27 Roughly 28 Soul great Redding 29 24-Across’s state: Abbr. 30 Flavorabsorbing food 31 Holliday friend

32 De __: excessive 34 Come next 37 Mullah’s text 38 Velvet Elvis, e.g. 41 “The King of Kings” (1927) director 43 Winter Palace woman 45 Like some earrings 47 Like biased writing? 50 Turns blue, perhaps 51 Like a noble gas 52 Hidalgo houses 53 Hung up on, with “over” 54 McGregor of “Emma” (1996) 55 Shed 56 Bi- cubed 59 Somme one 60 Matchstickremoving game

Just because they disagree with you, doesn’t mean you aren’t right. In the week ahead, you can easily maintain your own opinions in the face of opposition. You may even find an ingenious solution to a stalemate.

Make an effort to be the cooperative kid. In the week ahead, you will find that by joining forces with others, both of you will benefit. Loyal partners and friends will speak on your behalf.

Money makes the world go around. Your generosity may be repaid over and over in the week to come. With charitable Jupiter in your sign, you might find someone willing to give you a big tip.

Deep down inside, you may be contemplating an important decision. The week ahead will bring you many opportunities to gather valuable information that will help you make the wisest choice.

Communication is the best road to travel for success. Keep a close watch on your money in case pendulum swings the other way. You possess a golden touch in business affairs in the coming week.

Walk on the sunny side of the street. You can see some good in everyone and something of value in every word of advice. In the week to come, be sure to spread your sunshine wherever you go.

Even a hardboiled egg has a heart of gold. Some acquaintances might seem bent on making every activity a competition this week, but you can see beneath their hard shell to the tenderness inside.

Go ahead and let the cat out of the bag. You often get into a complicated situation when you discuss matters that are not ready for disclosure, but this week you can say whatever you like.

Like a dog with a bone, you won’t let go of a good idea. In the week ahead, let your passions be the guide to what will bring financial and romantic bliss. Your judgment is a bit better than usual.

Gather all the facts from a vast array of sources before making a move. You have internet access at your fingertips or wise friends to call when you need answers to key questions in the week to come.

Country singer Dolly Parton said it best, “The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.” Minor mix-ups that occur in the week ahead might actually lead to better understanding.

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INSIDE: Bain named top male athlete by Voyager Media, page 14; Local baseball teams represented at all-star games, page 18

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Ludwig tabbed Female Athlete of the Year By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

Downers South’s All-State soccer forward Sarrah Ludwig said she was “kind of shocked” when informed that she is the Voyager Media Female Multisport Athlete of the Year for 2011-12. “I didn’t even know I was up for nomination,” she said. “It makes me really happy.” Several opponents throughout the area fell victim to Ludwig’s knack for scoring clutch goals. The four-year starter netted 29 in her just-concluded senior season while helped lead the Mustangs to a third-place finish at the Class 3A state finals. But she also was a thorn in foes’ sides on the basketball court. Ludwig, a two-year starter for coach Ellen O’Brien’s club, played either shooting guard or small forward. She averaged in double figures this past season while the Mustangs won 33 games during her two-year varsity career.

Ludwig had considered giving up basketball altogether following her freshman year to concentrate solely on soccer. But she realized that basketball was “just as much a part of me as soccer was.” Ludwig credits O’Brien for helping her improve her game. “She’s so dedicated to game and has so much knowledge,” Ludwig said. “Each practice I learned something new.” Ludwig, who also was named the Voyager Media Girls Soccer Player of theYear a few weeks ago, soon will be learning the finer points of college soccer when she takes the field next month at Valparaiso University. But she looks back on her DGS athletic career with fond memories— especially the Mustangs’ run to state after losing key players to graduation from the previous year. “We had great seasons every year,” she said. “When my senior Scott Taylor/Bugle Staff

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Latasha Fizer is the female Athlete of the Year nominee in Romeoville.

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Bain named top male athlete By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

When someone thinks of the word athlete, their first visual is that of someone resembling Derrick Rose or Jay Cutler – a slender, muscular figure who looks every part of being fast and agile. Don’t tell that to Bolingbrook’s Robby Bain. While he is in shape, at 6-feet, 3-inches tall and nearly 300 pounds, he is equally imposing of a figure and is the Voyager Media Male Multisport Athlete of the Year. “I think big guys get overlooked sometimes as just big and strong and not really athletes,” Bain said.“I work really hard to stay fast and agile for my size and be an athlete and not just a big guy.” Bain maximized his size, strength and power, along with his foot speed and agility for a big man to anchor the offensive line that blocked for quarterback Aaron Bailey and

helped Bolingbrook win the Class 8A state football title last year. “Athletically I was able to get out and block defensive lineman and get to the linebackers and block them,” he said.“It was a lot of fun.” He then nearly doubled up on gold medals, as he lost his only wrestling match of the season in the Class 3A state finals at 285 pounds. While he was upset at the time, Bain said he has had the time away now to reflect on his career as a Raider. “I accomplished a lot of things at Bolingbrook,” he said.“I had a real good wrestling career and a really good football career, winning state for the first time ever. It was really fun.” Bain has been in Champaign since early June working out with the University of Illinois, where he is competing for a job on the offensive line as a true freshman. “Now, I want to make a name for myself at Illinois,” Bain said.

“It’s hard, really hard, but it’s really fun and I am enjoying it. It is a whole new level out here. Right now, I am trying to get bigger and stronger without losing my agility and footwork.” Bain said he enjoys working out at U of I’s Memorial Stadium, where the Raiders won their state title. “I won the only game I played there and that was sweet,” he said. “I just want to keep that rolling during my time here.”

Special Mention: DANTRELL WRIGHT The Plainfield South senior was a rare three-sport performer throughout his career. On the gridiron is where he shined most, finishing with 582 yards rushing, 60 catches for 714 and 17 total touchdowns, while also spending some time as a defender. “He’s an amazing athlete,” See MALE, page 17

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FEMALE year hit, we had lost so many people from my junior year, we were worried about replacing certain positions. But we worked as hard as we ever had and it paid off. My senior year was the best soccer season out of all four years. All the hard work, the practices, and obviously making it to third in state. It was a great way to end my senior year.”

records for points in a game (36), season (514) and career (1,536) en route to being a first team AllVoyager Media selection. “She deserves everything she’s getting right now,” Central basketball coach Mark Krusz said. “I’m so happy that she can do this in her senior year after everything she’s done. She will be known throughout Plainfield history as one of the most prolific scorers around.” She also added six goals and was a key part in the turnaround of the soccer team.

played two seasons at guard for Maine South. She was a tenacious defender and a solid ball-handler who could spot up for an open jumper. The Hawks won 53 games over that span, took third place at the 2011 Class 4A state tournament and reached the sectional semifinals in 2012. She also was the best hitter on the Hawks’ softball team the past two seasons. The first baseman batted over .400 each year— including .467 her senior year— and hit for the cycle during a game vs. Maine West in 2012.

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LATASHA FIZER Fizer had a great senior campaign, being named to the Voyager Media All-Area Girls Volleyball team and being an AllState runner in girls track. On the court she finished with 178 kills and 58 blocks and was named team MVP. “Latasha has been a fighter since she was a freshman,” Romeoville volleyball coach Melanie Rellstab said. “She is a hell of a volleyball player. She meant everything to the team. She loves volleyball. She’s positive and never gets down and doesn’t let anyone around her get down. She will do great things next year.” She joined the track team after the season started and made a difference in the sprint relays, helping the 400 and 800 relays advance to state. The 800 relay squad finished sixth in the state. The rest of the finalists are:

CABRIANA CAPERS The only athlete to be nominated for Voyager Media Athlete of the Year two seasons in a row, Capers was a member of the Bolingbrook girls basketball team, where she was a force under the basket, both scoring and rebounding. The Auburn recruit was a member of the Voyager Media Prep Shootout. In the spring, Capers was an All-SWSC performer in the Raiders track and field team. She was a sectional champion in the shot put with a throw of 38-feet, 2.75 inches. The put qualified her for the state meet, but she did not make the finals.

BRIGID HANLEY Hanley leaves Plainfield Central as one of the best female athletes to ever walk through the door. She broke girls basketball

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an 1,143 series to win the SWSC individual title in girls bowling and she was second at the prestigious Strikefest Invite. Troha missed the state tournament, but helped the Porters to a third-place finish at the IHSA sectional. She also

bowled a 300 game this season. On the girls tennis team,Troha played No. 2 doubles and was part of the group that helped the Porters to the Plainfield East Sectional title. Scott Taylor and Mark Gregory contributed

Sports MALE Continued from page 14 South football and basketball coach Ken Bublitz said. “He’s a special type of kid.We were able to utilize him in a number of ways. He responded extremely well to that. He gave us a lot, not just in scoring, but in his energy.” He was a starter on the basketball team and advanced to state in the 200-meter dash. The rest of the finalists are:

PEREZ FORD A senior from Romeoville, Ford achieved a rare feat of qualifying for state in sprints and shot put during the track and field season. Ford medaled in the 200 after false starting in the 100. On the football field he was a leading rusher and spent much of his time on defense. He is headed to Northern Illinois University for football.

JIMMY FRANKOS The gritty catcher was a

three-year starter for the Hawks’ baseball team. Maine South won nearly 80 games during his three seasons and captured a sectional title in 2010. In 2012, Frankos, who’ll play baseball at Iowa next year, batted in the No. 2 hole and helped the Hawks advance to the sectional championship game. In addition, Frankos was part of two Maine South Class 8A title football teams and played H-back on the 2010 championship squad. Last fall, Frankos became one of quarterback Matt Alviti’s favorite receiving targets while

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Perez Ford is the top male athlete nominee in Romeoville.

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MATT KORAN The Joliet West senior rose to the top of a strong list of nominees, such as Lockport three-sport star Billy Reed and fellow Tiger Colin Shea, who played tennis and football. Koran got the nod after making the Voyager Media Football All-Area team in the fall as one of the area’s best linebackers, earning him a nod to play next season at Harvard University. In the winter, Koran was an SWSC champion wrestler and a state qualifier at 195 pounds. In the spring, he batted .326 with 13 doubles, six home runs and 33 RBI as an All-Conference catcher.

JEAN PIETRZAK To say the Westmont junior was a busy young man this past high school season would be an understatement. On the gridiron, Pietrzak split his time playing wide receiver and quarterback. Then the 6-5 junior went right into basketball, where he averaged 14 points and 7.3 rebounds per game while leading the Sentinels to a 17-13 record. After that, it was onto the baseball diamond. Pietrzak was one of the Sentinels’ top starting pitchers while also playing infield. “He’s a real smooth, finesse player, and at 6-5, for a guy to handle the ball and shoot as well as he does, he’s got a lot of potential,”said Craig Etheridge, Pietrzak’s basketball coach. Scott Taylor and Mike Sandrolini contributed

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Slammers, CrackerJacks have multiple All-Stars After posting four Frontier League All-Stars en route to winning the league title in the team’s first year of existence last year, the Joliet Slammers sent three All-Stars this year.

BASEBALL The game was played yesterday in Normal, IL. Representing Joliet were Abel Nieves, Amalio Diaz and Hector Pellot. Nieves was selected as a starter in the outfield for the West Division while Diaz, the Slammers’ closer, was named to the pitching staff and Pellot is a reserve infielder. Nieves, 26, has played every position for the Slammers this season except for center field, catcher and pitcher.He is currently hitting a team-leading .356 with four home runs and 25 RBI, while scoring 33 runs. He played two years at Middle

Georgia College before being picked by the Angels in the 50th round of the 2004 draft. He played at the Triple-A level in 2010 before spending the 2011 season playing in his native Venezuela. “I come out every day and work hard and get good results,” Nieves said. “It is all about being professional and come ready to work every day and now have guys going to the All-Stars. Hopefully me and Hector get hits and Amalio makes some pitches and we represent well.” Diaz has struck out 24 batters in 20.2 innings and has 10 saves on the season and a 2.61 ERA.The 25-year-old righty signed with the Angels out of Venezuela at the age of 18. Diaz reached the Double-A level and got promoted to Triple-A by the Angels in 2010. “I feel amazing,” Diaz said. “I thank them for the opportunity to play here. I am happy that I am doing my job. When you go

to the All-Stars it shows that you are doing your job every time and being consistent.” Pellot, 25, is currently hitting .294 with two home runs and 18 RBI. He has scored a team-leading 37 runs, hit a team-best 14 doubles and has drawn a team-high 31 walks. “This is a great honor to be selected,”Pellot said.“It is awesome. It is great to have the opportunity to represent this team in the AllStar game.” Slammers manager Bart Zeller is happy with his trio. “Abel Nieves is probably one of the few individuals I’ve ever coached that can play at a professional level at a multitude of positions. He comes to the park every day and gives 100 percent of his effort, and the results show,” Zeller said.“Diaz thrives on pressure situations, evidenced by his (10 saves in 11 chances). He works as hard as any pitcher on

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Amalio Diaz is one of three Slammers who were named All-Stars.

our staff. Once again, hard work and determination have paid off for him by making the All-Star team. “Hector was a major cog in last year’s championship team and he’s continued to play second base at a high level. He has contributed a very big part to any offense we’ve been able to generate this season.”

CRACKERJACKS The Midwest Collegiate League has announced its All-Stars and six members of the Will County CrackerJacks were on hand at Benedictine University Sports Complex in Lisle for the game Wednesday. Pitchers Matt Borens, Ben Gullo and Jack Rogalla have each garnered All-Star accolades for their efforts during the first 25 games of the season. Borens went 4-0 with a 2.16 ERA in his first six appearances. He made five starts and has allowed just 10 earned runs in his first 41.2 innings pitched. He has posted 33 strikeouts to just 13 walks. Gullo has a 3-1 record and 2.01 ERA. In 40.1 innings, he

has allowed just 33 hits and nine earned runs,striking out 29 batters and walking only 19. Rogalla has picked up two wins and a save in six appearances. He leads the CrackerJacks in strikeouts with 38 and currently holds a 2.40 ERA. Position players Daniel Nevares, Michael Vilardo and Mitch Elliott are the three position players representing the CrackerJacks. Nevares,Will County’s everyday shortstop, is tied for the team-lead in RBI (23), he leads the team in doubles (eight), is second on the team in hits (34) and runs scored (25) and has a .340 batting average. Vilardo has a team-leading 14 stolen bases, a .330 batting average and his 20 RBI, which places him in a tie for third on the team. Vilardo, Will County’s primary second baseman, leads the MCL in runs scored with 27. Elliott, an outfielder, is second in the league in batting average (.382), tied for the team-lead in RBI (23) and leads the CrackerJacks in hits (39), at bats (102) and is second on the team in stolen bases (12). mark@buglenewspapers.com

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Short course offers many challenges By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

After getting beat up by the newly renovated Mistwood Golf Club, Mark Gregory and I decided to go to the other end of the spectrum and try to tackle a par three course. There we found Zigfield Troy Golf Course in Woodridge, and while our confidence wasn’t restored, there were a lot of positives we took out of the course. The biggest thing the course offers is a practice feel type environment. It is a relaxed atmosphere and offers players a good chance to get some practice in. Obviously, as a par three course, if you like driving the ball and trying to crush it, this is not the place for you. However, if you want to get some work in on your short game or to see how your short game stacks up, this is the perfect place. The course will test your shot making skills with a short iron and in and will really help you to know your distances for those clubs.There is little fairway around, so any missed shot will end up in the rough, although not too deep. The longest hole on the scorecard is the third hole, which sits at 160 yards. Outside of that hole the others are 140 and in. That means for most people anything longer than a five or six iron is unnecessary. Unfortunately, I used nothing more than a wedge the whole round as tees were moved up and the longest hole was just 130 yards. It would be nice to see

If you like to play quick, that is possible too as two hacks like us played the course in an hour walking. All in all, Zigfield Troy Golf Course offers a unique feel for little cost. It would be recommended for all skill levels, even those scratch golfers to see how many under they can get and to tune up their short game. It is a great, fun course for the intermediate players and for those young beginners. It is even a good course to take a friend or significant other out to because for the cost, it is fine to have them try to play for the first time without the pressure.

The big NASCAR news coming down the line lately is the facet that Matt Kenseth announced he is leaving his Ford of By Mark Gregory Roush-Fenway Racing for a big secret deal that he has in place, but can’t announce. I think the only surprise would be if Kenseth is not driving a Toyota next year for Gibbs racing. I don’t know about you guys, but watching a driver go to Toyota is like watching a baseball player go to the Yankees or a football player sign in Green Bay. I don’t care how much I liked them, I can’t anymore. Call me old fashioned, call me a hater, its just how I am. I was a fan of Clint Bowyer up until he headed over to drive for Michael Waltrip and Toyota. He took No. 15, my favorite number, but I still can’t cheer for him anymore. The only real question is whether Kenesth will take over the No. 20 car, currently run by Joey Logano or if Gibbs racing will add a fourth team to go with Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch. I really don’t see a mildmannered Wisconsin boy like Kenseth fitting in with the trio of hot shots Gibbs has now. I guess money talks.

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The Zigfield Troy 9-hole Golf Course is located in Woodridge.

some more variety in this aspect, but each hole is still unique, which requires different shotmaking. The grass and rough was pretty dry, which isn’t surprising given the warm and dry conditions we’ve had, but the greens were in great shape and actually surprisingly slow. While the course is for any skill level, it is an especially great place for beginners. In fact, we saw quite a few young kids out playing the course, including some for the first time. Thanks to the short distance of the course, it isn’t overly intimidating and the relaxed environment allows them to take their time and learn

the game while playing. Perhaps the best feature of all though is the cheap rates. In the day and age of expensive golf, this allows you to play and enjoy the excitement for next to nothing. Weekdays the fee is just $10 and on weekends it is $12. If you get there before nine, it is just $7. Those under age 15 can get their golf for even cheaper and it is free for them from 7-750 a.m. Mondays. If you haven’t gotten your golf fix in after nine holes, you can replay the course for just $5.That is 18 holes of golf for $15! On top of that you can get range balls to start your day for just $2, making it a cheap day on the golf course.

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Real Estate & Business

Let HR advise about an inappropriate boss all the options I now see. Will I get used to this? A. Yup. As Oliver Wendell Holmes said, “The mind, once expanded to the dimensions of larger ideas, never returns to its original size.”

Q. I work for a manager who has an overbearing style, yells and swears.He’s in trouble with human resources because of his language. He is particularly outrageous in referring to our female employees with sexual obscenities. I’m the team lead and afraid he’ll drag me into a lawsuit. I can’t sleep. How do I bring it up without putting my job in jeopardy? A.Verbal abuse in the workplace is a hotly debated topic. Most human resources departments are trying to define what qualifies as “inappropriate” language. Using sexual obscenities to refer to anyone at work does not fall into a gray area. Your boss is operating as if he is a verbal cowboy shooting

it out in the Wild West. People who still use this language believe it falls under freedom of speech and think everyone else is a whimp. Given your boss is already fighting HR, you talking to him directly is probably pointless. Before you settle on a plan, consider your priorities. Anything you do may risk your job. If you do nothing, you risk your peace of mind. If you take action, approach the most trustworthy person in HR,

ask if what you say is confidential and request counsel. Describe neutrally and specifically the language you have heard your boss use. Ask what HR would advise. Make sure you get something in writing from them regarding their advice and what you have said. By opening a case file between HR and yourself, you put yourself in a position in which it’s unlikely your boss could drag you into a legal tangle. You’ve already volunteered and documented that you object strongly to your boss’ behavior. If you aren’t sleeping, you may also want to consult with an employment attorney just to make sure there isn’t any angle

where your boss may put you in jeopardy by his bad behavior. Again, make sure you document what the attorney has said and provide HR with a copy. If it’s any consolation, folks like your boss are dinosaurs, and organizations are slowly dealing with them because they don’t want unnecessary lawsuits. I know it’s tempting to confront your boss but you’d hit his screen like a mosquito on a windshield. To protect your job and address the problem, let HR set limits your boss.

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and Belmont roads, Romeoville. Come to an hour of songs and stories as a part of the Lockport Township Park District Stories in the Park series. No registration required.

samples. For adults and teens aged 13 and up. To register, call 815-838-0755.

reading program “Reading is Delicious” with a sampling of chocolates prepared by Chef Michael Niksic. Learn about chocolate handling, storage, melting, usage, and misuses. Sign up at the library or call 815-8862030.

a.m. at the Gaylord Building in Lockport. Bill Helmuth presents “Roots and Prophesy of Christianity,” exploring 4000 years of biblical history through the prophets, apostles, disciples, followers, and martyrs. For more information, call 815-838-0755.

Rockin’ the Ville: The Neverly Brothers. 7-9 p.m. at Deer Crossing Park, 1150 W. Romeo Road. The Neverly Brothers will play all your favorite hits from 1950s American Rockabilly, Rock n’ Roll, and Rhythm and Blues pioneers up through the 1964 British Invasion groups. For more information, contact the Romeoville Recreation Department at 815-886-6222.

Mix-it-up Monday. 4-5 p.m. at the Romeoville Library. Have fun with activities, games, and crafts focusing on food. For ages 6-9. Sign up at the library or call 815-886-2030.

Continued from page 9 home. All ages are welcome to stop in,but children younger than 5 may need adult assistance. Free Football and Cheerleading Clinic. 6 to 8 p.m. at Dale Blum Field – Romeoville Recreation Center. For children between the ages of 6 and 14. (Cannot be entering HS in the fall) Please visit www.ryfcspartans.org for details. Summer Utility Savings Seminar. 6 p.m. at the DuPage Township Levy Center, 241 Canterbury Lane,Romeoville.State Rep. Emily McAsey is partnering with the Citizens Utility Board to host a summer utility savings seminar where trained experts will provide residents information about how they can save money on their utility bills. For more information or to RSVP for the seminar, contact McAsey’s constituent office at 815-3720085. Homemade cleaning supplies. 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Romeoville Library.Come and learn to make your own homemade and eco-friendly cleaning supplies. Make a glass cleaner, all-purpose cleaner, dishwashing liquid, and an oven cleaner. Everything will be provided to take home and enjoy. Sign up at the library or call 815886-2030.

JULY 13 Stories in the park. 10-11 a.m. in Sunset Park, at Murphy

Movies under the stars. Premovie activities will begin at 8 p.m. with showtime at 9:15 p.m. at Deer Crossing Park, 1150 W. Romeo Road. Come on out for a night with the stars under the stars. This time, see Charlotte’s Web under the stars.

JULY 14 Film discussion. 1-4 p.m. at the Crest Hill Library. Come watch and discuss the film Julie & Julia, based on the best-selling book. Popcorn will be provided. Register at the library’s Adult Services Desk.

JULY 16-22 Pinwheels. 10 a.m. to noon and 1-3 p.m. at the DuPage Children’s Museum. Drop in to the museum’s art studio to take art for a spin by making a colorful pinwheel.

JULY 16 Mix-it-up Monday. 4-5 p.m. at the Romeoville Library. Have fun with activities, games, and crafts focusing on food. For ages 6-9. Sign up at the library or call 815886-2030. Decadent Ice Cream. 6:307:30 p.m. at the Gaylord Building. Come see Chef Michael Niksic share his original, absolutely Decadent Ice Creams and recipes, no machines required. Learn about ice cream making dos and don’ts, and taste some

JULY 17 Teen Crafts: Marshmallow Candy. 6:30-8 p.m. at the Romeoville Library. Make yummy and beautiful marshmallow candy, and bring an empty stomach for this tasty treat from Japan. For grades 7-12. Sign up at the reference desk.

JULY 18 Drop-in crafts. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Romeoville Library. Drop in anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to make a foodthemed craft. No registration required. Ratatouille. 1-2:30 p.m. at the Romeoville Library. Come watch Disney’s “Ratatouille,” about a rat named Remy who dreams of becoming a chef. This event is for all ages, but registration is required. Sign up at the library or call 815-886-2030.

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JULY 20

Village Board Meeting. 6-8 p.m. at the Village Hall, 1050 W. Romeo Road. The public is invited to public Village Board meetings.

Insect Zoo. 10 a.m. to noon at the DuPage Children’s Museum. The experts from Anderson Pest Solutions will introduce children to nature’s “good guy” bugs, such as Hercules beetles, giant lubber grasshoppers, giant pumpkin millipedes, and more. Find out how, as nature’s recyclers, these insects contribute to the environment. Open to all ages and free with admission.

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JULY 23-29

Brick building club. 4-5 p.m. at the Romeoville Library. Have fun building your own creations with LEGO bricks supplied by the library. Finished work will go on display until the next session. For ages 6 and up.

Wind Power: Math Discovery. 10 a.m. to noon and 1-3 p.m. at the DuPage Children’s Museum. Drop in to the museum’s art studio to learn how to power a boat with different sails and decide what shape of sail makes your boat speed through water the fastest.

Chocolate Overdose! 6:307:30 p.m. at the Romeoville Library. Celebrate the summer

JULY 23 Holy Land Alive. 10:30-11:30

Daneen Skube, Ph.D., executive coach, trainer, therapist and speaker, also appears as the FOX Channel’s “Workplace Guru” each Monday morning. She’s the author of “Interpersonal Edge: Breakthrough Tools for Talking to Anyone, Anywhere, About Anything” (Hay House, 2006). You can contact Dr. Skube at www.interpersonaledge. com or 1420 NW Gilman Blvd., #2845, Issaquah, WA 98027. Sorry, no personal replies. (c) 2012 INTERPERSONAL EDGE

JULY 24 Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. at the Gaylord Building in Lockport. Come enjoy stories and songs. For ages 3-6.To register, call 815838-0755. Teen Crafts: Smoothies. 6:30-8 p.m. at the Romeoville Library. Learn to craft the perfect smoothie. For grades 7-12. Sign up at the library or call 815-8862030. Park Party. 6-8 p.m. at Conservation Park, 524 W. Belmont Drive, Romeoville. Spend an evening with your family, friends, and neighbors in Romeoville’s backyard. Enjoy free, exciting activities in Mather Park. For more information, contact the Romeoville Recreation Department at 815886-6222.

JULY 25 Drop-in crafts. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Romeoville Library. Drop in any time between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to make a foodthemed craft. No registration is required.

THE BUGLE JULY 12, 2012 SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 287 Richmond Drive Romeoville, IL 60446 (Residential). On the 8th day of August, 2012, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee for the Holders of SASCO 2007-MLN1 Plaintiff V. Alphonso Norman Jr. a/k/a Alphonso Norman; et. al. Defendant. Case No. 09 CH 6486 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g) (1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/151512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

For Information Please Contact: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-09-40844 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 7/12, 7/19, 7/26

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 726 HILLCREST DRIVE ROMEOVILLE, IL 60446 (SINGLE LEVEL SIDED SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH TWO CAR GARAGE.). On the 8th day of August, 2012, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Plaintiff V. MARIA R RODRIGUEZ AND JOSE ISLAS Defendant.

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 1937 West Crestview Circle Romeoville, IL 60446 (Single, frame). On the 1st day of August, 2012, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS AS TRUSTEE FOR RAMP 2007SP3 Plaintiff V. FRANK JAROSZ; SHERYL WALLEY; POINTE AT FIELDSTONE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; Defendant.

Case No. 10 CH 6697 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois.

Case No. 10 CH 2497 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois.

Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. Judgment amount is 217,195.91 plus interest, cost and post judgment advances, if any.

In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/151512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

For Information Please Contact: PIERCE & ASSOCIATES ONE NORTH DEARBORN THIRTEENTH FLOOR CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60602 312-346-9088 312-346-1557 (Fax) PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 7/12, 7/19, 7/26

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 1924 W. Brimstone Road Romeoville, IL 60446 (Single Family Home). On the 25th day of July, 2012, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff V. Rafael Hernandez; et. al. Defendant. Case No. 10 CH 4623 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

For Information Please Contact: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-10-25529 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 6/28, 7/5, 7/12

In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

For Information Please Contact: FISHER & SHAPIRO, LLC. 2121 Waukegan Road Suite 301 Bannockburn, Illinois 60015 847-291-1717 847-291-3434 (Fax) PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 7/5, 7/12, 7/19

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 226 Nippert Avenue Romeoville, IL 60446 (Single Family Home). On the 25th day of July, 2012, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Plaintiff V. Abel Manzo; et. al. Defendant. Case No. 11 CH 2268 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-11-10812 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 6/28, 7/5, 7/12

THE BUGLE JULY 12, 2012

SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE OF REAL ESTATE at 448 Arnold Avenue Romeoville, IL 60446 (Single Family Home). On the 8th day of August, 2012, to be held at 12:00 noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse under Case Title: CitiMortgage, Inc. Plaintiff V. Joseph A. Baumgartner; et. al. Defendant. Case No. 11 CH 4799 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

For Information Please Contact: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-11-30979 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 7/12, 7/19, 7/26

THE BUGLE JULY 12, 2012

THE BUGLE JULY 12, 2012 LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

ROMEOVILLE

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. STATE OF ILLINOIS ) ) SS. COUNTY OF WILL )

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff,

Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Plaintiff,

vs. Rafael Hernandez; et. al. Defendant. No. 10 CH 4623 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 28th day of March, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 25th day of July, 2012, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 58 IN PASQUINELLI’S PRESERVE AT FIELDSTONE UNIT ONE, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 13, AND THAT PART OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 13 LYING NORTHWESTERLY OF THE COMMONWEALTH EDISON RIGHT OF WAY AS ESTABLISHED IN WARRANTY DEED RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NO. 848691, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, RANGE 9, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 21, 2003 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R2003-265432, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1924 W. Brimstone Road Romeoville, IL 60446 Description of Improvements: Single Family Home P.I.N.: 06-03-13-105-015 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-10-25529 PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County Published 6/28, 7/5, 7/12

vs. Abel Manzo; et. al. Defendant. No. 11 CH 2268 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 28th day of March, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 25th day of July, 2012, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 29, IN BLOCK 9, IN HAMPTON PARK SUBDIVISION NUMBER 13, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE NORTH HALF OF SECTION 4, IN TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, AND IN RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 4, 1967, AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R67-10856, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 226 Nippert Avenue Romeoville, IL 60446 Description of Improvements: Single Family Home P.I.N.: 04-04-110-018 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-11-10812 PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County Published 6/28, 7/5, 7/12

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS

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DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS AS TRUSTEE FOR RAMP 2007SP3 Plaintiff, vs. FRANK JAROSZ; SHERYL WALLEY; POINTEAT FIELDSTONE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; Defendant. No. 10 CH 2497 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 15th day of March, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 1st day of August, 2012, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: UNIT NO. 3530804 IN POINTE AT FIELDSTONE CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED TRACT OF LAND: PART OF PASQUINELLI’S POINTE AT FIELDSTONE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF SUBDIVISION RECORDED 11/14/03 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R2003-284928 AND WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “A” TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED 8/10/04 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R2004-147578; TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1937 West Crestview Circle Romeoville, IL 60446 Description of Improvements: Single, frame P.I.N.: 06-03-13-105-032-1004 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Plaintiff, vs. MARIA R RODRIGUEZ AND JOSE ISLAS Defendant. No. 10 CH 6697 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 3rd day of April, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 8th day of August, 2012, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 17, IN BLOCK 7 IN HAMPTON PARK SUBDIVISION NO. 5, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JUNE 28, 1960 AS DOCUMENT 906786 IN PLAT BOOK 32, PAGE 71 IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 726 HILLCREST DRIVE ROMEOVILLE, IL 60446 Description of Improvements: SINGLE LEVEL SIDED SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH TWO CAR GARAGE. P.I.N.: 12-02-28-407-031 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. Judgment amount is 217,195.91 plus interest, cost and post judgment advances, if any. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: FISHER & SHAPIRO, LLC. 2121 Waukegan Road Suite 301 Bannockburn, Illinois 60015 847-291-1717 847-291-3434 (Fax) PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: PIERCE & ASSOCIATES ONE NORTH DEARBORN THIRTEENTH FLOOR CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60602 312-346-9088 312-346-1557 (Fax) PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County

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Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee for the Holders of SASCO 2007-MLN1 Plaintiff, vs. Alphonso Norman Jr. a/k/a Alphonso Norman; et. al. Defendant. No. 09 CH 6486 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 11th day of April, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 8th day of August, 2012, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 69, IN LAKEWOOD FALLS UNIT 5 POD 22, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 12, 1999, AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R99124554, EXCEPT THAT PART DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE MOST NORTHERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT 69; THENCE SOUTH 57 DEGREES 56 MINUTES 36 SECONDS EAST, 105.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 32 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 24 SECONDS WEST, 31.87 FEET; THENCE NORTH 58 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 06 SECONDS WEST, 105.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 32 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 24 SECONDS EAST, 32.49 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as: 287 Richmond Drive Romeoville, IL 60446 Description of Improvements: Residential P.I.N.: 06-03-12-409-033 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-09-40844 PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County Published 7/12, 7/19, 7/26

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ROMEOVILLE PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. STATE OF ILLINOIS ) ) SS. COUNTY OF WILL ) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS CitiMortgage, Inc. Plaintiff, vs. Joseph A. Baumgartner; et. al. Defendant. No. 11 CH 4799 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 11th day of April, 2012, PAUL J. KAUPAS, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Wednesday, the 8th day of August, 2012, commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the first floor in the Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, in the City of Joliet, Will County, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 22 IN BLOCK 10 IN HAMPTON PARK SUBDIVISION NO. 7, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 2, 1964 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 1021459, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 448 Arnold Avenue Romeoville, IL 60446 Description of Improvements: Single Family Home P.I.N.: 02-33-310-024 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours; plus, for residential real estate, a statutory judicial sale fee calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, not to exceed $300, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Codilis & Associates, P.C. 15W030 N. Frontage Road Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-794-5300 630-794-9090 fax 14-11-30979 PAUL J. KAUPAS Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County Published 7/12, 7/19, 7/26

Health & Fitness

Antibiotics: To treat or not to treat? Any doctor will tell you that the most f r e q u e n t disagreement we have with patients i n v o l v e s the use of antibiotics. The doctor knows he’s in trouble when the patient states,“I know what I need,” or,“I need something strong to knock this out,” or the most common, “I won’t get better without an antibiotic.” I doubt that I have ever converted but a handful of patients so convinced of the need of antibiotics that they would survive without them. This is not to say that these medications do not have a profoundly important place in treating infections, but it is a place, it’s not everywhere. Perhaps reviewing bacteria’s place in our world, and what antibiotics do to them may help. Bacteria are an important thread in the web of life. Without them life on this planet falls apart. You might say, “A place in the world is fine, but not in my body or on my skin.” Not

true! There are more bacteria on and inside your body than there are cells in your body.You cannot live without them. Bacteria manufacture many important chemicals that are crucial to your survival. Their presence in certain locations helps to keep bad bacteria and other “germs” such as fungus from getting in. They protect your mouth, vagina, and colon in this fashion. Most antibiotics work by killing bacteria, but they tend to do so indiscriminately. They kill the good bacteria as well as the bad bacteria. This allows other more resistant types to move into areas vacated by the eliminated good bacteria and may lead to oral and vaginal yeast infections and to diarrhea. Antibiotics rarely destroy all of the infecting bacteria. They eliminate a high proportion but not all of the intruders. The few remaining bacteria are then eliminated by your body’s own immune systems. This has two important implications. The first is that it can give rise to resistant forms in your body. This is why you are advised to finish all of your prescriptions and to

take them as scheduled. Thus, existing bacteria has less of a chance to survive and grow.This first implication gives rise to the second: development of multidrug resistance. These are the so-called “Superbugs” that resist all but a very few antibiotics. Some bacteria develop resistance faster than others. They can actually thrive in conditions where “normal bacteria” cannot. Examples include places where there are a lot of antibiotics such as hospitals and nursing homes. These Superbugs are becoming a major problem in hospitals. They have names like MRSA or VRE. One such bacterium, Clostridium Difficle, is now a major cause of diarrhea in hospitalized patients. If you visit a friend or loved one who is hospitalized you will notice that all hospital personnel wear plastic gowns and gloves when in certain rooms. These are rooms where the patient has been found to have one of these Superbugs. The gowns and gloves are worn to help eliminate the spread of bacteria between patients. One method to combat them is our continuing search for better antibiotics: an

antibiotic arms race. But will we always be able to stay ahead in this race? A second, perhaps better strategy is to slow down the race. Use fewer antibiotics so less resistance develops. If your doctor does not want to give you an antibiotic, there are two very good reasons for this decision.You may hurt more than help yourself, and you may hurt mankind by promoting resistant strains. Doctor’s RX: Use antibiotics wisely. If you have a common cold, upper respiratory symptoms or sore throat without a fever, you have a virus and antibiotics won’t help you. For other infections, see your doctor. If he defers the use of antibiotics, follow this advice.To pursue their use may do you – and the rest of us - more harm than good. Dr. Christopher Rose, M.D. is a physician and author based in Niles, Illinois. The advice contained in this column is for informational purposes only. Readers should consult with their own physician to evaluate any illness or medical condition. Contact Dr. Rose at: (847) 965-3200 or www. cancercenterschicago.com

Cats susceptible to dehydration This summer’s long spell of hot, dry weather instinctively makes us crave water to quench our parched palates. Many medical professionals advise their patients to drink more water especially during these extreme conditions and we are likely to be already a bit dehydrated before we look for the water fountain. As a veterinarian I find that many of my four-legged patients are slightly dehydrated as well. Cats have a high thirst threshold due to the fact they were originally a desert-based species. That is, modern cats must be very thirsty before they go to a water bowl because ages ago they absorbed most of their liquids from their prey. Cats are not naturally inclined to drink water. As a result, since many cats are fed a dry diet they are more likely to be chronically slightly dehydrated. Changing to canned food is closer to a cat’s natural diet, but that’s a topic for a future column. My practice sees many cats that are lethargic, not feeling well and

losing weight. Often while I’m obtaining the cat’s medical history the wellintentioned pet owner notes that the cat has been consuming an excessive amount of water.Another common observation is more urine in the litter box than usual. Many times these cats have been showing these signs for a long time and are sickly when they are finally brought to my facility. I know these owners are doing the best they can, but I want to take this opportunity to remind all cat owners that one of the common signals that indicate a medical problem is polyuria (increased urination) and polydipsia (increased water consumption). In cats, especially older cats, there are three very common causes for being polyuric (or PU) and polydipsic (PD). First, there is

chronic renal insufficiency. This is usually an age-related degeneration of the kidneys. Approximately one third of all cats at 15 years of age are showing some blood value changes related to kidney disease. Usually these cats are feeling perfectly normal, but are actually PU/PD. Next, diabetes mellitus is another condition that affects the cat’s thirst. Just like other conditions I discussed, cats with diabetes mellitus are urinating more, and thus drinking more to keep up with the output.There are different causes of diabetes but many times if it is caught early and treated aggressively cats have a greater chance of their condition going into remission. Lastly, a condition called hyperthyroidism is common in older cats. These cats are often PU/PD. Strangely enough, just as in diabetes these cats are actually eating more than normal and still losing weight. A benign tumor in the thyroid gland is likely the

cause of an increased metabolism and results in the body’s systems working overtime. A common theme of this month’s column is that all of these conditions can demonstrate the same signs: PU/PD and weight loss. But the main point should be clearly understood: All of these conditions are common and can be more effectively managed if the symptoms are caught early and the patient is diagnosed at the beginning stages in the course of the condition. If your cat is displaying excessive eating, drinking and/ or weight loss bring it to your veterinarian as soon as possible for a thorough examination. Dr. Mark Howes, DVM is the owner and medical director of Berglund Animal Hospital in Evanston, Illinois.The advice contained in this column is for informational purposes only. Readers should consult with a veterinarian to evaluate their pet’s illness or medical condition. Contact Dr. Howes at (847) 328-1440 or view his web site at: www. berglundvet.com

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