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MARCH 28, 2012

Vol. 1 No. 29

Freedom of Speech Speech contest on U.S. Constitution being held for junior high students By Debbie Lively Staff Reporter

he local American Legion is hoping to broaden student awareness about the U.S. Constitution by holding a speech contest. Area junior high students are being encouraged to enter the American Legion 7th and 8th Grade Speech contest. The competition will be held on April 6 at 6 p.m. at the Westmont Park District Senior Center, located at 75 East Richmond Street. “The purpose of the competition is to

broaden the students’ understanding about the Constitution,” said Raymond Wood, commander of American Legion 338. For the contest, students must base their speech on a phrase taken from the U.S. Constitution, and will have five minutes to deliver their speech. They will be graded on elements like originality, voice and diction. The contest is limited to two or three students from area junior high schools in Westmont and Darien. A local winner will be chosen to compete in a county competition. The winner of the contest will then face-off at a regional competition, followed by a state contest.

The county final will be held on Sunday, April 29 at the Glen Ellyn Public Library, at 400 Duane Street. The county competition winner will receive a $100 prize, followed by a 2nd place prize of $75, and a 3rd place prize of $50. This is the first time that the Legion has held a competition like this in about seven years. “We’re looking forward to it. Hopefully we’ll have a lot of kids show up,” said Wood. There are about 13 American Legions in DuPage County, and about 105 members are affiliated with American Legion 338. dlively@buglenewspapers.com

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State police turn over Westmont shooting to State’s Attorney’s office By Debbie Lively Staff Reporter

Authorities are being tightlipped about a shooting investigation involving Westmont police officers that occurred last month. The shooting took place on Feb. 26 at a home in the 300 block of South Lincoln Street, where Westmont police officers were called to the scene to investigate a domestic dispute.

When officers arrived, they asked a resident at the home to come out of the house. When he did he was carrying what authorities said resembled a rifle. Police allegedly shot the 53-yearold man. The Illinois State Police were called in to investigate the incident. Last week state police reported that they’ve turned over the investigation to the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office. “Illinois State Police Zone 1

Investigations conducted an investigation of the Westmont Police Department officer involved in the shooting,” Sgt. Matt Boerwinkle, a spokesman for the Illinois State Police Department, said. “The results of this investigation were turned over to the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office for further review.” However, according to Paul Darrah, a spokesman with the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s

Office, the matter is still in the hands of the state police. According to Monique Bond, a spokeswoman with the state police department, the Illinois State police will investigate a police shooting outside of Cook County or when there are allegations of excessive force. The (local) chief of police makes the request. Westmont Police Chief Thomas Mulhearn said the officers involved in the investigation are

no longer on administrative leave. Mulhearn also would not say how many officers were actually involved in the shooting. The resident was taken to Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove. No one else was injured in the shooting, and police reported that the injuries were not life threatening. No charges were filed against the resident of the home. dlively@buglenewspapers.com

Westmont Community Awards to be presented at Chamber dinner April 5 The Westmont Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau (WCCTB) will host the Annual Westmont Chamber Community Awards Dinner to recognize area individuals and businesses. The Awards Dinner is scheduled for April 5th at 6 p.m. at the Oak Brook Hills Marriott Resort. WCCTB President David LaBrash noted that “Many Westmont area residents, business owners, and civic leaders will attend the Westmont Chamber Community Awards program to demonstrate support for our community.The Chamber along with the Village of Westmont, Rotary Club of Westmont and Westmont Special Events Corporation are collectively proud to recognize the individuals and businesses that help contribute to the growth and success of Westmont, in a manner that keeps Westmont a progressive Village.” During the upcoming awards program, the following special community recognitions and awards will be presented: • The 2011 Westmont Community Improvement Award recognizes individual business property owners and businesses that have improved the appearance of their property. Community Improvement Awards for 2011: Nominees are: 1. Audi of Westmont, 276

East Ogden Avenue, Mr. Ozzie Haleem 2. Laurel BMW of Westmont, 420 East Ogden Avenue, Mr. Patrick Womack 3. Luxe Showroom, 222 North Cass Avenue, Mr. & Mrs. Mraovic 4. Mercedes-Benz of Westmont, 200 East Ogden Avenue, Mr. David Fricano 5. Nature’s Best Foods, 275 North Cass Avenue, Mr. George Kazantzis 6. Phillips’ Flowers & Gifts, 524 North Cass Avenue, Mr. Steve Bauer 7. Standard Market, 333 East Ogden Avenue, Mr. Brent Keegstra 8. Sweet Pea Consignment, 41 North Cass Avenue, Ms.Traci Curtis 9. Vincitori Resturant, 14 North Cass Avenue, Mr. Robert Airdo 10. Walgreens, 1 East Ogden Avenue, Ms. Chris Carollo • Westmont Chamber President, David LaBrash will present a special recognition award to Ms. Lorraine Devericks and Mr. Bill Kalafut for each providing six years of outstanding service on the Westmont Chamber Board of Directors. In addition, President LaBrash presented a special service recognition to Dennis Jordan (Westmont Pharmacy) and Fred Kimble (retired from the Village of

Westmont) in recognition of their service to the business community and service on the Board of Directors. • Westmont Special Events Corporation (WSEC) will present the “Making Memories Award” which is designed to recognize individual(s) that provide an exceptional level of volunteerism to special events within Westmont. The recipient will be announced on the evening of April 5th at the awards program. • The Rotary Club of Westmont will present a Paul Harris Award to a recipient during the awards dinner. The Paul Harris Award is presented in recognition of exceptional level of community service and leadership and is the highest level award presented by the Rotary organization. • The 2011 Educator-of-theYear Award recognizes a local Educator for their outstanding efforts in their field and to the betterment of the Village of Westmont. Nominees for this award are: 1. Ms. Julie Hanik, Holy Trinity School 2. Ms. Pat Huebner, Hinsdale Central High School 3. Ms. Rainy Kaplan,Westmont High School 4. Ms. Linda Kelly, Holy Trinity School

5. Ms. Amy Quattrone, Westmont Junior High School • The 2011 Public Safety Officer-of-the-Year Award recognizes a local emergency medical technician, fire fighter, or law enforcement officer for their outstanding efforts in their field and to the betterment of Westmont. Nominees are: 1. Detective Jeff Bogardt, Westmont Police Department 2. Deputy Fire Chief James Connolly, Westmont Fire Department • The 2011 Dick Busse Business-of-the-Year Award recognizes a Chamber business that has excelled in community service, business promotion, civic responsibility and contributions to the betterment of the Chamber and Village of Westmont. Nominees are: 1. Golden Basket Resturant, 2 West Naperville Road 2. Uncle Jon’s Music, 33 North Cass Avenue • The 2011 Roger Westman President’s Award recognizes an individual who has performed outstanding service to the Chamber and the Westmont Community, based on time, talents and abilities. This award will be presented during the awards program. The name of this award was changed this year; and is now named after

Mr. Roger Westman, a past president of the Westmont Chamber that was well known for his high level of proactive involvement and leadership in the business community. • 2011 Westmont Citizenof-the-Year Award recognizes individuals that reside in Westmont and have demonstrated exceptional community involvement and leadership. This award will be presented to a recipient by Westmont Mayor William Rahn. Nominees are: 1. Mr. Don Bohringer 2. Mr. John Chorney 3. Mr. Ron Gunter 4. Mr. Chris Svitak The Westmont Chamber Community Awards Dinner is an annual tradition in Westmont designed to provide a special opportunity to pause and recognize the many wonderful volunteers, activities and businesses that work to make Westmont a great place to live, work and visit. All area residents, members of the business community and guests are encouraged to attend the Westmont Chamber Community Awards Dinner on Thursday, April 5th. Reception is at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. and then the awards presentations. RSVP with Westmont Chamber Headquarters at 630-960-5553.

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Wedding Walk set for downtown By Debbie Lively Staff Reporter

It’s time once again for brides to walk along Main Street for the second annual Downers Grove Wedding Walk, set for April 1, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Organizers said last year’s event was so successful they are doing it again with even more local businesses participating. “There are so many businesses here that have so many things to offer,” said Jean Schaefer, co-chair of the event and owner of The Wedding Etc. “And we also have brand new businesses in town that have jumped on board and are already getting involved.” Last year brides from 44 different zip codes attended the event that takes place along Main Street in downtown Downers Grove. The event enables bridesto-be to learn about the latest trends in wedding attire, floral trends, bridal party attire, jewelry, gifts and just about everything wedding. There will also be a bridal fashion show, dancing demonstrations and live

entertainment. For the price of a $25 ticket, a bride can bring two guests. The number of tickets being sold is limited. At check-in each bride will receive a crystal ring-holder and a bag filled with different bridal offers and gifts. Brides who attend will be given a card that will be signed by all of the businesses visited along the walk. There are 56 participating businesses, and each business will be conducting some kind of bridal demonstration. “It’s basically a day for bridesto-be to meet with local vendors to help with the planning of their wedding,” Schaefer said. If the bride visits at least 50 percent of the businesses, her card will be entered into a drawing at the end of the day for a chance to win $2,500 toward a honeymoon vacation. Some of the businesses participating include The Bridal Boutique of Naperville, Classic Party Rental, D’Lara Photography, Essence Entertainment, 1st Advantage Mortgage, Fleur Couture, K.S. Mathis Jewelers, Rocco and Rocco Salon and

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Day Spa, The Olive Tap, and The Wedding Etc. A list of all the wedding vendors and tickets can be obtained at

www.dgbride.com. Tickets are available for purchase only on the website.The $25 ticket price includes two bridal guests. Only

150 tickets will be sold for the event. dlively@buglenewspapers.com

Friends of DuPage host Police issue warning on annual Family Brunch suspicious man By Debbie Lively Staff Reporter

The Downers Grove Police recently issued a warning about a man exhibiting suspicious behavior after he approached a group of students at Lester Elementary School in Downers Grove. Authorities said a man approached the children as they played on the school’s playground during an after-school program. He allegedly spoke to them about a wristwatch he had claimed to have lost and then asked their names, police said. The man left the area after a staff member at the school brought the children inside the building and alerted authorities. The man was described as a

white male between the ages of 30 and 40, about 6 feet 3 inches tall with a heavy build. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt and khaki shorts. Police said no crime has been committed, but they would like to identify the person. Police have increased patrols in the area around all local schools. The Downers Grove Police Department is asking residents to remind children to be aware of strangers and report any concerns immediately, officials said. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Downers Grove Police Department at (630) 434-5600. dlively@buglenewspapers.com

The Friends of the DuPage County Children’s Center will host their 21st annual Family Brunch at Drury Lane Theater in Oakbrook Terrace from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 22. As in the past, this year’s brunch coincides with “Prevent Child Abuse” month in Illinois. The brunch will feature family friendly entertainment, including a face painter and DJ. Additionally, attendees at the brunch will be able to take part in a silent auction featuring products and services from local stores and attractions. “The Friends of the DuPage County Children’s Center Brunch is a wonderful, familyfriendly event,” DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin said. “We are very grateful to

everyone who shows up as well as to those businesses who donate their products and services to help support the DuPage County Children’s Center.” The DuPage County Children’s Center investigates and processes all cases of child sexual and severe physical abuse in the County and works with children who witness violent crimes. The Center receives government funding for its basic operations, including staff and building maintenance. However, there is little money for programs to support child victims and their affected family members. In addition, the Center has no funding for community awareness or abuse prevention. The annual spring

brunch is the organization’s primary fundraiser each year. All proceeds go to meet the needs of abused children and affected family members. The Friends is a registered 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization formed in 1997. The group’s mission is to financially support the programs at the DuPage County Children’s Center that benefit child victims of sexual and physical abuse, their families and the community of DuPage County. Tickets for this year’s Family Brunch are $65 for adults, $15 for children age 4-12 and free for children 3 and under. Tickets will be available at the door. For more information, contact the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office at 630-407-8220.

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“Dancing for Seniors” Gala set for April 21 Tickets are on sale now from the DuPage Senior Citizens Council for its inaugural“Dancing for Seniors” – A Blockbuster Gala. The event will take place on Saturday, April 21, 2012, from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Hilton Lisle Naperville Hotel, located at 3003 Corporate West Drive in Lisle. Presented by sponsors Cadence Health and the Turano Foundation, this fundraiser will support “Meals on Wheels” and other DSCC programs benefiting the elderly. The Gala will be an exciting and fun evening including a reception with auctions and raffles, formal dinner, and a spectacular program with a lineup of live dance performances and entertainment. Guests will be delighted by the moves

of Fred Astaire Dance Studio professionals paired up with “celebrity dancers” including: Pete DiCianni – Mayor of Elmhurst, Judie Garcia - WGN Reporter,Amy Jacobson – Co-Host of the Big John & Amy Show AM 560-WIND, Alicia Roman – NBC 5 Meteorologist, Lisa M. Turano – Vice-President Legal of Turano Baking Company & President of the Turano Foundation, and (Hon.) Mike Formento – Forest Preserve Commissioner. Over 300 people are expected to attend,and advance registration is recommended. Interested persons should contact Dianne Skrabacz, Development Associate for DSCC, at (630) 620-0804 Ext. 108, or visit www. dupageseniorcouncil.org for additional information.

Tee off at annual mini golf event The Downers Grove Public Library Foundation will host its fourth annual mini golf event on April 15. An 18-hole miniature golf course will be set up throughout the library. Attendees can tee off anytime between 11a.m. and 4 p.m.Tournament play begins at 4:15 p.m. for those who qualify. Tickets are $5 and $3 for ages 12 and younger. For more information,contact the library at 630-960-1200 or visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org. Submitted Photo

Patrons of all ages enjoyed putting through the stacks at the 2011 Downers Grove Public Library Foundation mini golf event.

Obituary Jensen Robert L. Jensen passed away peacefully on March 23, 2012 at ManorCare Westmont Nursing Facility. He had become incapacitated over the last few years of his life and was unable to travel as much as he would have liked doing. Bob was a special man and had an insatiable curiosity about his surroundings. He was one who was kind and considerate to all those with whom he met. He tried to live by the Golden Rule which had been taught to him by his parents. He was loved and adored by members of his family. Bob was born in Hinsdale to Albert and Alice (Sanijster) Jensen of Downers Grove. He spent his youth in Downers Grove, graduating from Downers Grove North High School in 1948, at which point he went to work for Illinois Bell Telephone Company as an installer-repairman. He retired from there after 34 years. It was during the Korean War (1950 - 1951) that he enlisted in the Air

Robert L. Jensen

Force, was shipped overseas to Japan and then sent to Korea for the next 3 1/2 years. Following a furlough and his return to Downers Grove in May 1953, he was stationed in Greenville, SC, at Donaldson Air Force Base. Upon discharge in December 1954 from the Air Force, he built a home and settled in Downers

Grove. Through the years, Bob has enjoyed building many HO Gauge model railroads. His latest project included an amusement park with rides and refreshment stands in the vicinity of the tracks. He also worked tirelessly for the Indian Boundary YMCA, and helped to sell Christmas trees on many sub-zero days over the last 30 years. His church, which the Jensen family helped to start, was another area where he was in his own element of building and creating many projects that were needed by the church ministry. Bob was known to be “on call” and worked very hard for the young people of the YMCA and the First Presbyterian Church of Downers Grove. After his retirement from Illinois Bell after 34 years of service, Bob had the distinct pleasure to take three trips around the world. He was also fortunate enough to have had the opportunity to visit over 140 foreign countries. His main love, however, continued to be talking with others individually or on tours about his hometown

of Downers Grove and the Sears Homes that he discovered were built in the area. He earned the title given to him (unofficially) as Downers Grove’s Historian Extraordinaire, as he continually researched information on the town’s history. As he often said, he could go on talking about those two subjects eight hours a day. As Bob joins Our Father in Heaven, he leaves behind his two children Frances Farmer Luczak (Don) of Algonquin; Neal Lenius Jensen (Monica) of Canada; and two grandchildren (Tyler Luczak of California and Tyler Jensen of Canada); cousins Carol Ann McHaley (Joe) of Wheaton, IL, and Patricia Eisenstraut (Rudy) of Arizona, and numerous other relatives. We would like to thank our many friends, neighbors, and his church family who visited him at home, in the hospital, and at ManorCare during the past few years as his illness became progressively worse. Most especially, a great deal of thanks to Dr. David Sachtleben, Dr. Kenneth Zygmunt, Dr. Julka,

Dr. Fakouri, Reverend Henry Kim and all of their staff members, particularly those dedicated individuals who cared for him so well at ManorCare. Visitation was on Monday, March 26th; until time of tge Funeral Service at First Presbyterian Church, 339 4th Street (4th & Fairview), Downers Grove. Family and Friends meet Tuesday, March 27th; at Clarendon Hills Cemetery, 6900 S. Cass Ave., Darien. Memorials to the First Presbyterian Church of Downers Grove are appreciated. 630/968-1000 or www. adamswinterfieldsullivan.com.

Calendar ONGOING B & B Ladies Golf League. Join us for golf and fun every Friday morning. Season runs May 4-Sept. 28. 9 holes at Village Greens of Woodridge. For information call 630-985-3610. Knights of Columbus Council Fish Fry. Knights of Columbus Council 3738 will hold a fish fry from 5 to 8 p.m. each Friday of Lent through April 6 at the council hall, 25 N. Cass Ave., Westmont. Selections include jumbo shrimp, crab cakes, and all-you-can-eat white fish and Atlantic cod. Salad bar, carry-out, and a children’s menu, including fish sticks and chicken nuggets, also available. Full menu available at www.kofc3738. org. Contact Rick Vath or Cliff Grammich, 1-630-969-3738 for more information. Garage sale sign-up. Tables are available for the St. Scholastica Council of Catholic Women annual Garage Sale of Hidden Treasures: Spring Cleanup on March 24. Tables are $17 each, or two tables for $30. For more information call Natalie Meyers at 630-985-9289. Great Decisions Foreign Policy Discussion Group. 9:30-11:30 a.m. every Monday at the Downers Grove Library. Topics for 2012 include: Middle East realignment, promoting democracy, Mexico, cybersecurity, exit for Afghanistan and Iraq, state of the oceans, Indonesia, and energy geopolitics. Registration is not required. Call Nancy Peraino at 630-968-8706 for more information. Birth after cesarean. 12-2 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. meetings the first Monday of the month in Romeoville. Come for encouragement, supports, and information on planning for your next birth. Babes-in-arms are always welcome. Call Melanie in Romeoville at 253-861-5897 for more information, or e-mail VBACesarean@aol.com.

Do you want to stop drinking? Contact Alcoholics Anonymous at 630-887-8671 to get help, or go online to www.aania.org to find a local meeting. Alcoholics Anonymous. Meetings daily at the West Suburban Alano Club, 17 W. Quincy St., Westmont. Open speaker meetings at 7 p.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m. Sundays, other meetings listed by day and hour on www.wsacaa. org. Memberships available: inquire at the Club. Baby and Toddler Storytime. 10:15-10:45 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Westmont Library. Get ready for stories, songs, and interactive play. Young children and a caregiver can enjoy this weekly time together while nurturing a love of reading. For ages 0-3. Toddler & Me Playgroup. 10:45-11:30 a.m. Thursdays at the Westmont Library. Bring your young children to a special morning playtime in the library’s meeting room. Interact with other moms and caregivers while the kids play and eat snacks. Saturday morning storytime. 9:30-10 a.m. at the Downers Grove Library. Join in every Saturday morning for storytime filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays. This program is for children of all ages and their caregivers. Adult participation is an important part of this storytime. Breastfeeding support group. Led by a certified Lactation Counselor, meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month from 11:30–noon at Edward Hospital. Join other breastfeeding moms for support and to have any questions answered. For information and location, please call (630) 5273957. Job

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10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Woodridge Library, 3 Plaza Drive, Woodridge. Job Club members learn to write résumés and cover letters, develop interviewing skills and find job leads. No sign-up, no fee, just drop in. For further information call 630-964-7899, e-mail askus@ woodridgelibrary.org, or visit www.woodridgelibrary.org.

MARCH 28 Old-fashioned Games. 1-3 p.m. at the Gregg House Museum, 115 S. Linden Ave., Westmont. For ages 4-10.Checkers,I Spy,marbles,string games, and parlor games – these were the simple games of the past that children enjoyed. No batteries, no complicated equipment, and lots of fun. For more information, call 630-969-8080. Kids Read Finale Party. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Westmont Library. Enjoy the tastes of France at the snack bar and try out a few craft stations where you can create different projects related to the Kids Read book. This is a drop-in program, and will take approximately 30 minutes from arrival time to complete all activities. For ages 5 and up. Sign up for this program at westmontlibrary.org.

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www.downersgrovelibrary.org. Walk/Run Basics for Weight Loss, Health and Fun. 7 p.m. at the Woodridge Public Library. Attend this session and learn how Jack Waddick used his walk/run program to lose more than 40 pounds, without weightlifting, without a health club, and without living on beans and rice. Coffee House open mic. 7-9:30 p.m. at the Two Way Street Coffee House, 1047 Curtiss St., Downers Grove. A monthly unplugged open mic for high school and college age students on the last Thursday of every month. Music, poetry, and o0ther performance arts – 10 minute max. Doors open at 7 p.m. for sign ups. More info at www. twowaystreet.org, or call 630968-5526. Beginner’s guide to running. 7-8:15 p.m. at the Downers Grove Library. Determined to start running? Learn the benefits of this sport, how to do it correctly, and what you need to get started. Registration required at www. downersgrovelibrary.org.

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Picasa. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Downers Grove Library. Learn how to use Picasa’s photoediting features. Classes are open to Downers Grove cardholders only. Registration required at

National Pencil Day. All day at the Downers Grove Library. Come to the Junior Room to celebrate National Pencil Day. Everyone who visits gets a pencil.

Kids movie. 2-4 p.m. at the Westmont Library. Screening of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules.” Greg and his mean older brother Rodrick are forced to spend time together to help end their feuding. Rated PG.

APRIL 2 Nonfiction book discussion group. 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Downers Grove Library. Discussion will be on “Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother” by Amy Chua. Books are available one month before each discussion. Registration is not required.

APRIL 4 Are utility bills making you sick? 6 p.m. at the Woodridge Library. Get tips and information from the Citizens Utility Board on how to lower your gas, electric, and phone bills. Sign up at the library, on woodridgelibrary.org, or call 630-964-7899. Art Gallery Showing - April - District 99 Student Art Show: Mixed Media. 6 p.m. at the Woodridge Library. The fourth Annual Community High School District 99 Student Art Show will open with a reception and award ceremony.The exhibit is available for viewing during normal Library hours. Hemingway

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Police Blotter

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

Devin Wittenberg,25,6720 Aspen Lane, Westmont was arrested at 12:12 a.m. on March 20 at Chase and 63rd Street for a warrant.

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Erica Aponte, 36, 700 W. Liberty, Wheaton was arrested at 9:14 a.m. on March 20 at 1000 Burlington Ave. for drinking in public.

Ubaldo Rojas,31,414 Beechwood Drive, Westmont was arrested at 8:23 a.m. on March 21 at 59th and Fairview for failure to secure a child in restraint and driving without a license. Jose Calvillo, 49, 5065 W. 32nds St., Cicero was arrested at 9:49 a.m. on March 21 at Ogden Avenue and Cross for driving with a expired over 1 year. Edward Colon, 47, 1112 Florence, Westmont was arrested at 11:22 a.m. on March 21 at 904 Curtiss for criminal trespass to land. Sheketa Kykes, 25, 156 N. Wood St., Chicago was arrested at 9:37 p.m. on March 21 at Finley and Branding for obstructing identification and driving without a license. Wayne Sykes, 28, 5400 Walnut Ave.,Downers Grove was arrested on March 20 for unlawful failure to register as a sex offender and fugitive from justice.

CALENDAR Continued from page 5 Heartland. 7-8:30 p.m. at the Westmont Library. Redd Griffin, founding director of the Ernest Hemingway Foundation of Oak Park, will speak about Hemingway’s experiences and writing in the Midwest. He will discuss the prosaic, poetic, and spiritual aspects of Hemingway’s work, from his Illinois beginnings to his peak years on four continents. For ages 16 and up. Sign up for this program at westmontlibrary. org.

APRIL 5 Discovery Club: Jellybeans and more. 4-4:45 p.m. at the Downers Grove Library. Jellybeans come in all colors

Gerald Ford, 40, 16460 Wolcott, Markham was arrested at 12:44 a.m. on March 20 for theft.

Donald Brecken, 32, 8253 Beller Road, Woodridge was arrested at 9:43 a.m. on March 20 at 825 Burlington Ave. on several warrants. Corry Mills, 36, 3535 Sheffield, Chicago was arrested at 11 a.m. on March 20 at 3535 N. Sheffield, Chicago on a warrant.

Westmont Sometime between 3 and 6:30 p.m. on March 12 in the 0-100 block of West Fountainhead Drive, an unknown offender(s) stole a satellite dish from an apartment balcony.The estimated loss is $100. Sometime between 6 p.m. on March 9 and 12 p.m. on March 13, an unknown offender(s) used an unknown object to scratch the hood of a vehicle in the 0-100 block of East 60th Street. The estimated damage is $200. Sometime between 5 p.m. on March 13 and 8 a.m. on March

and flavors. Discover the joy of jellybeans and other sweet treats through stories, crafts, and games. For grades K-3. Registration required at www. downersgrovelibrary.org. Clash of the Cupcakes. 7-8 p.m. at the Westmont Library. Put your creative skills to work at this contest for the next cupcake boss. Register as a contestant for the chance to win a prize, and bring your friends to cheer you on. All materials provided. For ages 12 and up. Sign up for this program at westmontlibrary.org. Big Read discussion. 7 p.m. at the Woodridge Library. Discussion of “The Sun Also Rises” by Ernest Hemingway. Copies of the book are available one month before the discussion at the Adult/Young Adult Department Reference Desk.

14, an unknown offender(s) stole a wallet and DVD player out of a vehicle in the 200 block of Robinson Lane. The estimated loss is $195. At approximately 8:15 p.m. on March 14 an unknown offender(s) damaged the doors to a business in the 200 block of West Ogden Avenue. The estimated damage is $1,000. At approximately 8:46 a.m.March 15, officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at 58th Street and Cass Avenue.Andrew J. Plzak, male, age 28, of 11714 Briarwood Lane, Burr Ridge, was arrested and charged with possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. Plzak was released on his own recognizance. Sometime between 9:25 p.m. and 9:35 p.m. March 16, an unknown offender(s) entered an unlocked vehicle and stole a GPS unit in the 0-100 block of West Quincy Street.The estimated loss is $300. At approximately 6 p.m. on March 17, officers responded to a residence in the 200 block of West 55th Street for the report of a burglary. An unknown offender(s) stole a stove, dishwasher and refrigerator from inside the residence. The estimated loss is $3,500. Sometime between 1:45 p.m. and 2 p.m., an unknown offender(s) stole a cellular phone from an unattended bag in the 400 block of Plaza Drive.The estimated loss

Fiction book discussion group. 7:30-8:45 p.m. at the Downers Grove Library. This discussion features The Big Read’s book selection,“The Paris Wife” by Paula McLain.

APRIL 6 Let’s Learn Spanish Storytime. 11-11:30 a.m. at the Downers Grove Library. Young children are uniquely suited to learn a second language. An instructor from Language Stars presents a storytime introducing the Spanish language. The program is geared to preschoolers and attending children must be supervised by an adult. Become a manga illustrator. 6-7:45 p.m. at the Downers Grove Library. Learn how to draw anime and manga characters with the help of well-known

is $400.

Woodridge Criminal damage to a vehicle occurred sometime between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. on March 16 in the 2500 block of Crystal Court. Unknown persons pulled out the driver’s side panel of a vehicle. At approximately 4:30 p.m. on March 22, Brian Vicich, 56, 2821 Hobson Road, Woodridge, was charged with disorderly conduct following an incident at Buffalo Wild Wings in the Seven Bridges complex. At approximately 12:45 a.m. on March 17, Carl Johnson, 50, 107 Enclave Circle, Bolingbrook, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, following an accident near the intersection of Route 53 and Hobson Road. A theft occurred at approximately 10:45 p.m. on March 16 at Dominick’s in the 2300 block of 63rd Street. An unknown male removed three bottles of alcoholic liquor and fled the area. At approximately 11:45 p.m. on March 17, Meghan Mahoney, 20, from 4607 Fesseneva Court, Naperville, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, following a traffic stop in the 6400 block of Route 53.

professional illustrator Addie Afable. Registration required at www.downersgrovelibrary.org.

APRIL 7 Easter Egg Hunt. 10:30 a.m. at the Westmont Community Center. Kids, grab your basket and scoop up some colorful eggs full of treats and candy. Children will be divided into 2-3, 4-5, 6-7, and 8-9 year age groups. Special needs and 2-3 year old children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 630-969-8080 or visit www. wpd4fun.org. Teen Decoration Days. Noon to 2 p.m. at the Westmont Library. Have you noticed the seasonal decorations and painted windows on the second floor of the library? Become a part of TeenTeam and join in on the decorating fun.

Criminal damage to a vehicle occurred sometime between 10:30 p.m. on March 17 and 10 a.m. on March 18 in the 2600 block of Mitchell Drive. Unknown persons dented the hood of a vehicle. A theft of gas occurred at 2:20 p.m. on March 18 at Thornton’s Gas Station located in the 2400 block of 63rd Street. An unknown male pumped $30 worth of gas and left without paying. A residential burglary occurred at approximately 9 p.m. on March 18 in the 6300 block of Bobby Jones. Unknown persons entered a garage and removed a purse located in an unlocked vehicle. A theft occurred sometime between 5:40 a.m. and 3:20 p.m. on March 19 in the 7900 block of Burr Ridge Court. Unknown persons removed two bikes from the porch of an apartment building. A theft occurred at approximately 12 p.m. on March 20 in the 8100 block of Route 53. Unknown persons removed a package delivered to the outside of a resident’s door. At approximately 1:45 p.m. on March 21, Li Haiying, 34, from 424 23rd Street, Chicago, was charged with prostitution following an investigation. Haiying was arrested in the 7300 block of Woodward Ave.

APRIL 9 Downers Grove Artists’ Guild.6:30-9 p.m.at the Downers Grove Library, 1050 Curtiss St., Downers Grove.The Artists’ Guild encourages artists to explore their talents by participating in a variety of presentations and demonstrations. Membership is open to all artists, and all who have a passion for fine art. For more information, visit www. downersgroveartistsguild.com.

APRIL 10 Beginning ballet. 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Westmont Library. An instructor from Expression Dance Studio will teach basic techniques and positions, along with a few songs and games to help improve basic motor skills, agility, and rhythm. For ages 3-6. Sign up for this program at westmontlibrary.org.

Forum Letter to the Editor

The silent health care crisis We are running out of drugs. The good kind. We’re running short on critical medications used in anesthesia and pain control, and to fight cancer and infections. These are medications hospitals and physicians use every day to care for some of our sickest patients. What does that mean to patients? Increased risk. Sometimes hospitals don’t have the most ideal drug to treat patients. Physicians are being forced to prescribe medications they may not be as familiar with. Pharmacists and nurses must dispense and administer medications they may have never used. The cost of these alternative agents is often higher. That puts a financial burden on providers and patients. And shortages have gotten progressively worse in recent years – from 60 in 2005 to 200+ critical drugs that were either unavailable or in short supply in 2011. Massive consolidation in the manufacturing of generic drugs is the primary cause. Where there used to be five manufacturers of a particular drug, now there may be one or

two. When one company goes offline, the remaining company has 100% of the market and often times can’t meet demand. Other causes include production delays, more stringent regulatory oversight, raw materials shortages, hoarding, pricing pressures, and discontinuation of products. Additionally, the majority of raw materials come from outside the U.S. Geopolitical issues and natural disasters affecting other parts of the world can directly impact the availability of raw materials used in the production of these products. Please urge your national and local elected officials to work with pharmaceutical suppliers to help us find solutions that return some sense of normalcy. It is incomprehensible that in the United States of America we do not have the medications necessary to treat our most critical patients. Phillip C. Williams, BS Pharm, Pharm.D., MBA Administrative Director of Pharmacy Services Edward Hospital and Health Services

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social pressures. Your special someone could be intent on having his or her way in the week to come. You might need all of your social graces in hand to avoid contention.

People enter your life for many reasons. Some people might be there to inspire you in the week ahead, while others are there to shock you out of a rut. You might be there for them as well, acting as a catalyst.

Money can be the root of all evil, if you let the lure of it dictate what you do and allow others manipulate you. In the upcoming week, think logically and don’t become obsessed by the lure of a quick buck.

Only time will tell. You can cross a small stream with one or two steps, but crossing a river takes forethought and preparation. Your financial ambitions may be thwarted this week, if you are not prepared.

When you set unachievable goals, you might set yourself up for disappointment. Avoid frustration in the week ahead by being realistic. As a member of a team, you share the glory as well as the work.

Don’t stop believing. You dream of having someone by your side who will never stop believing in you. In the week to come, no matter how hard the situation is, keep on looking for your soul mate.

You can be pithy about perfection. You don’t live in a perfect world, so don’t be disappointed when people or things don’t live up to expectations this week. Not everyone is able to focus as well as you do.

Youth, innocence and inexperience do not necessarily equal ignorance. You could meet people older than their years or wiser than they look in the week ahead. Remain open-minded.

Honesty is valuable; Above: The Civil War was never expect it from those with inferior brought to quest life byforthe fifth values. In your fervent love andgrade students at Goodrich Elemenadmiration, you might be less than discriminating in tary School in Woodridge on your choice of companions in the week ahead.

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thinking outside the box, open it up and share ideas both old and new. In the week ahead, you can think around a problem as well as get inside it to understand it better.

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Thursday, March 22. Left: Andrew Ellstrom, fifth grader at Goodrich School, educates first graders on the types of food available in the Civil War.

North High School names new English chair Previous puzzle ’s answers

North High School in Downers Grove recently announced that starting with the 2012-13 school year, Christopher Bronke will take over as the new English department chair. The Board of Education approved his appointment at its regular business meeting on March 19, 2012. Linda Augustyn is the current English department chair, but she will retire at the end of this school year. She has been with North High School since 1992. Bronke currently works as an English teacher at South High

School. Prior to joining South High last year, he worked for five years as an English teacher at Barrington High School and for two years as an Christopher English teacher Bronke at Prairie Ridge High School in Crystal Lake. Bronke has taught all levels of English courses,including honors and “strategies for success” remedial courses. He has also

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implemented new avenues for student expressions, integrating technologies such as SMART boards and discussion boards to foster student success. Previous puzzle ’s Bronke holds a B.A. in English-secondary teaching from Millikin University and an M.A. in teaching and leadership from Saint Xavier University. He anticipates receiving his M.A. in educational administration from Concordia University this May. In addition, he has received extensive training in a variety of assessment and curriculum programs.

“Linda leaves a tremendous legacy for our school as well inda leaves a treas this department, and I hope mendous legacy for our to continue the traditions she founded while developing new school as well as this deanswers avenues to further improve partment, and I hope to student achievement,” Bronke said. continue the traditions North High School Principal she founded while deScott Kasik added, “I’m confident that Chris will be an veloping new avenues to Previous puzzle ’s answers effective leader for our English further improve student Jumbles: department. In addition to his strong educational background, • SANDY • WRATH • BLITHE • WATERY achievement,” his energy and enthusiasm Answer:are sure to make a positive Whatimpact Dad had to know when he changed the light on students.” bulb -- WHAT’S WATT Christopher Bronke

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You might not be able to do a handstand, but you can shake a hand. Ambitions could get in the way of friendliness in the week ahead, but by being personable and friendly you can use your energies in the best way.

Never undervalue your expertise. You might not be aware that others look up at you as someone capable and reliable. In the week to come, you might defer to a partner when you should take charge.

Open up. Instead of thinking outside the box, open it up and share ideas both old and new. In the week ahead, you can think around a problem as well as get inside it to understand it better.

Curtsy and bow to social pressures. Your special someone could be intent on having his or her way in the week to come. You might need all of your social graces in hand to avoid contention.

When you set unachievable goals, you might set yourself up for disappointment. Avoid frustration in the week ahead by being realistic. As a member of a team, you share the glory as well as the work.

Don’t stop believing. You dream of having someone by your side who will never stop believing in you. In the week to come, no matter how hard the situation is, keep on looking for your soul mate.

Youth, innocence and inexperience do not necessarily equal ignorance. You could meet people older than their years or wiser than they look in the week ahead. Remain open-minded.

Honesty is valuable; never expect it from those with inferior values. In your fervent quest for love and admiration, you might be less than discriminating in your choice of companions in the week ahead.

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Previous puzzle ’s answers Jumbles: • SANDY • WRATH • BLITHE • WATERY

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What Dad had to know when he changed the light bulb -- WHAT’S WATT

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Presniakovas named Player of the Year By Scott Taylor Sports Reporter

While Plainfield South’s Edvinas Presniakovas was busy setting the District 202 scoring record, he was also being a leader on and off the court. Nothing was more telling than an early January game at Romeoville.

ALL-AREA Trailing by 20 points in the fourth quarter, Presniakovas dove into the scorers table trying to save a loose ball. “It’s nice to be able to score the ball, but what people overlook about me is I do the dirty work too,” Presniakovas said. “I take charges and I had to step up in rebounding. I do whatever it takes for my team to win.” That seemed to spark the Cougars as they rallied and only lost by four. Even though he is known as a scorer, it was the plays like that that made Presniakovas an allaround player and in turn he was awarded the Voyager Media Boys Basketball Player of the Year for 2011-2012. “It means a lot,” Presniakovas said of winning the award. “I’m blessed that I have the ability to win it. I had a great year and it means a lot to me. There are a lot of great players who will be playing a high level of basketball.” Presniakovas finished with 21.8 points per game and 7.8 rebounds, despite being a guard. He led the team with 65 assists, 31 steals and 66 three-pointers. “I wasn’t averaging as many (rebounds) early in the year,” said Presniakovas, who played point guard for much of the season. “When Kevin (Coker) went down, the coaches said I needed to step up rebounding because

I was the second tallest player on the court and Will (Nixon) needed help. I had to battle bigger post players.” He finished with a District 202 record 1,801 points for his career. “Here’s a guy who has done nothing but commit himself to the basketball team and the basketball program,” South coach Ken Bublitz said. “It’s a great award for him, but he will probably agree that it is as much a team goal as it is an individual award. That’s the type of kid he is. He has always played that way and practiced that way. I can’t say enough about him. He’s a cornerstone of our program. He’s a fantastic kid and a great, great ambassador for our program. It’s nice he was able to get it here at home.” While early in his career he was known as a shooter, Presniakovas turned into a complete offensive player his final two years. “I just hit the weights harder,” Presniakovas stated.“My first two years I kind of took the weights for granted. Coming into junior year I hit the weights harder and that made me stronger. I was able to drive and increase the range on my shots. I was able to become a complete player.”

First Team: BRIAN BENNETT A senior from Plainfield East, Bennett lost more than 50 pounds from last year and it paid off. He averaged 15.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, while shooting 59 percent from the floor and 72 percent from the foul line. “Brian made a huge a transition

from his junior to senior year,” Plainfield East coach Branden Adkins said. “He not only become physically better but he also matured a lot as a young man. The adversities and situations that use to hinder him were a non-factor. He is a true example that basketball players are made in the off-season. He is deserving all that he has achieved this season.”

MARLON JOHNSON Joliet West senior center came on big this season, averaging 14.5 points, 9.5 rebounds and 2.3 steals per game for the Tigers. He was also named MVP of the Voyager Media All-Star Shootout. “Marlon was an integral part of our improvement from last year,” said West coach Luke Yaklich.“He brings a great attitude to the floor and was fun to coach and watch develop. He improved more over the course of four years than any other player I have coached. He is a terrific young man and has a bright future ahead of him. He is selecting to play junior college next year and will begin taking visits in the spring.”

BEN MOORE One of the top juniors in the state, M o o r e averaged 16 points, eight rebounds and four blocks for B o l i n g b ro o k this season. “He is being recruited by about 20 Division I schools already

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Plainfield South’s Ed Presniakovas averaged an area-best 21.8 points per game to go along with 7.8 rebounds.

and has four scholarship offers on the table,” said Bolingbrook coach Rob Brost.

SEAN O’MARA The sophomore center led Benet with 15.1 points and 8.6 rebounds per game, to go along with 1.9 blocks per game. “Sean was All-tournament at the Hinsdale South Thanksgiving Tournament, and second team at Proviso West,” Benet coach Gene

Geidkamp said. “He was MVP at the Plainfield North Holiday Tour nament. He was named AllConference in the ESCC. Sean was a force for us on both ends of the floor. He was not only an excellent low post See ALL-AREA, page 12

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ALL-AREA Continued from page 11 scorer but a tremendous passer as well. He was also a presence defensively, changing shots and rebounding.”

Second Team: DEE BROWN The senior from Plainfield East tallied 14.1 points per game while shooting 36 percent from beyond the arc and 72 percent from the free throw line. He also had 72 assists and 58 steals. “Dee has been the most consistent player throughout his career,” Adkins said. “He thrives on stepping up in game situations. He leaves Plainfield East being the all-time leading scorer and the only player to eclipse 1,000 points in his career. He will have great success at the next level.”

JAMALL MILLISON Downers Grove South senior tallied 12.66 points per game and grabbed 110 boards for the Mustangs and was named team MVP. He totaled 367 points on the season, second on the team. “He was chosen by his teammates as the MVP,” said DGS coach Jay Baum. “He is a three-year starter, three year allconference and two year captain. He is a scorer, a ball handler and a lock-down defender. I was privileged to coach him in every game for the four years of his high school career.”

ANDRE NORRIS A senior from Plainfield Central, Norris averaged 13.2 points and nine rebounds per game. He also was strong d e f e n s i v e l y, leading the team with 56 blocks and 37 steals. Finished with a program record 58.6 percent

field goal percentage. “As a two year varsity starter, Andre had tremendous numbers and affected games on both ends of the floor like very few players could,” Central coach Steve Lamberti said. “He worked very hard to help us be as successful as possible, many times sacrificing his own statistics. Andre was one of the most talented and uniquely skilled players ever to wear a Central jersey.”

JOHN SOLARI The thirdyear varsity player came into his own during his junior season, leading the Hawks in scoring (14.8 points per game) and rebounding (5.7 per game). He also shot 62 percent from the field and 83 percent from the line. Solari was instrumental in Maine South’s turnaround during the second half of the season in which the Hawks won 12 of their last 16 contests and advanced to the sectional semifinals. “He was the anchor inside that we needed,” said Maine South coach Tony Lavorato.“He evolved into our goto guy. He led us on floor, but also led us through communication. He didn’t fear anyone and gave us sense of confidence anytime we went to the post.”

JERRON WILBUT S e n i o r averaged 18.36 points, leading Downer s Grove South with 404 points on the season. He added 100 rebounds on the year. “Jerron is an extremely talented basketball player,” Baum said.“He can score with ease getting to the rim as well as from behind the arc. He also is an outstanding defensive player. His potential appears limitless as a basketball player.”

Third Team: JOE FERRICI Ferrici stepped up and provided senior leadership, as well as steady production, for a team that had lost its entire starting lineup from the previous season to graduation. The 6-4 forward averaged a

Sports double-double during 201112—10 points, 10 rebounds per game— and was a unanimous allESCC selection. “Joe worked extremely hard in weight room, and I could count on him every game for those kind of numbers,” said Notre Dame coach Tom Les. “Obviously he had a very strong year.” Ferrici wants to continue playing in college; Concordia has been showing interest in him, along with other Division III and Division II schools.

KEVIN HONN A do-it-all senior for DGS, he averaged 11.5 points per game and led the team with 183 rebounds. “Kevin can do it all on the basketball court,” Baum said. “He can score from the perimeter, score with either hand inside and guard both guards and big guys. He was a captain and did whatever the team needed to win the game. I was privileged to coach him in every game for the past four years.”

WILL NIXON The senior center from Plainfield South averaged 11

points and nine rebounds, while shooting 61 percent from the floor. “He’s been a phenomenal player for us,” Bublitz said. “He comes with his lunch pail every single day. He has been nothing but a fantastic attribute to this program. He has done a great job from the time he walked into the program.”

JEAN PIETRZAK Pietrzak, an all-Interstate E i g h t Conference pick from We s t m o n t , is equally effective either spotting up for a jumper or taking the ball to the hole. He also handles the ball well for someone his size. The 6-5 junior guard/ forward averaged 14 points and 7.3 rebounds per game while shooting 53 percent from the field. “Jean had a really good year for us,” said Westmont coach Craig Etheridge. “He had some games where he put up 20, 24, 26 points and looked really good doing it. 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.”

KYLE WARD Lockport s e n i o r averaged 10.8 points, 5.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists for the Porters and was the heart of the Lockport team. “Kyle was an important part of this year’s success,” said Lockport coach Lawrence Thompson Jr. “He was a dowhatever-the-team-needed type of player.”

Fourth Team: UCHENNA AKUBA A senior transfer to Romeoville, A k u b a averaged 11.5 points and 7.2 rebounds per game with 25 See ALL-AREA, page 13

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FIRST TEAM Brian Bennett, Sr. Plainfield E. 15.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, 59% FG Marlon Johnson, Sr. Joliet West 14.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, 2.3 steals Ben Moore, Jr. Bolingbrook 16 points, eight rebs, four blocks Sean O’Mara, So. Benet 15.1 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.9 steals Ed Presniakovas, Sr. Plainfield S. 21.8 points, 7.8 rebs, 68 assists

SECOND TEAM Dee Brown, Sr. Plainfield East 14.1 points, 9.9 rebounds , 73 steals Jamall Millison, Sr. Downers S. 12.6 points, 110 rebounds Andre Norris, Sr. Plainfield C. 13.2 points, 9 rebounds. 56 blocks John Solari, Jr. Maine South 14.8 points, 5.7 rebounds, 62% FG Jerron Wilbut, Sr. Downers S. 18.4 points, 100 rebounds

THIRD TEAM Joe Ferrici, Sr. Notre Dame 10 points, 10 rebounds Kevin Honn, Sr. Downers South 11.5 points, 183 rebounds Will Nixon, Sr. Plainfield S. 11 points, 9 rebounds, 61% FG Jean Pietrzak, Jr. Westmont 14 points, 7.3 rebounds, 53% FG Kyle Ward, Sr. Lockport 10.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3 assists

FOURTH TEAM Uchenna Akuba, Sr. Romeoville 11.5 points, 7.2 rebounds Jeremy Burt, Sr. Plainfield North 12.4 points, 84% Free Throws Adam Reynolds, Sr. Minooka 10.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 53% FG Jawan Straughter, Sr. Plainfield E. 7.4 points, 94 assists, 39 steals Zach Warner, Sr. Plainfield C. 11.5 points, 61 three-pointers

steals and 25 blocks. “Uchenna was definitely a pleasant surprise when he came to us this November,” Romeoville coach Jeff Bambule said. “His athleticism created mismatch problems for opponents and he gave us a presence inside. As the year went on and he became more comfortable with his teammates, I think that he started to assert himself more. The best thing about Uchenna was that he was a quality kid, humble, and he represented the program with class. Someone is going to get a good college player.”

JEREMY BURT Burt was the senior leader for a young Plainfield North squad, finishing with 12.4 points per game and an 84 percent mark from the line. “Jeremy was our leader this year,” North coach Nick DiForti said. “As a Junior, he saw much playing time and was able to communicate to our younger players often, what to expect throughout the year. Jeremy developed into a very solid basketball player in four years. His commitment to the game of basketball is why he will be successful as a college athlete. Jeremy had some huge games for us this season.”

ADAM REYNOLDS Reynolds, a senior forward from Minooka, averaged 10.6 points and 6.4 boards per game, shooting 53 percent from the floor. “Adam Reynolds was the senior captain of our basketball

team,” Minooka coach Scott Tanaka said. “Adam was a leader for our basketball team on and off the court. His work ethic and determination led us to a 20 win season and a second place finish in our tough SPC conference.”

JAWAN STRAUGHTER T h e Plainfield East senior averaged 7.4 points from the point guard position. He also had 94 assists and 39 steals, while guarding the best player on the other team nightly. “Jawan is just starting to reach the base of his potential,”Adkins stated. “He really grew into the point guard role as not only a great first line defender but also the facilitator of the offense. He is one of the toughest kids that I have coached. He plays for his teammates and not his personal gain. He does not get the accolades that he is deserved but it does not matter to him. He is about the team winning. Whatever school he ends up playing at after high school will be very fortunate.”

ZACH WARNER ThePlainfield Central senior scored 11.5 points per game and drained 61 three-pointers on the year at a 37 percent clip. Made a District 202 record eight threes in a game. “Zach truly represents what Central basketball is all about,” Lamberti stated.“He was committed to the school, the team, and to what is really important as a high school athlete. He leaves as one of the most prolific 3-point shooters in school history but also as a terrific person.” Mark Gregory and Mike Sandrolini also contributed

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Trojans, Wilk open season with win By Scott Taylor Sports Reporter

It’s always good to open the season with a win. Downers North did just that last Tuesday with an 8-5 win over Plainfield East in Plainfield.

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Matt Underdown slides back to first base in Downers North’s 8-5 win over Plainfield East.

David Wilk picked up the win, going five innings, allowing three runs, two earned. “It wasn’t as good as I thought, but I still pitched pretty well,” Wilk said. “The whole team is working hard.We all came out to play and it finally paid off.” “David did a nice job,” North coach Chad Isaacson said. “He threw a little bit more than we wanted him to. He made some adjustments on the mound and did a nice job. He also helped himself out offensively. We knew we had to minimize mistakes and pick up runners in scoring position and we did do that. It’s a good start.”

Wilk also helped his cause at the plate, knocking a three run double to open up a 1-1 game in the top of the third. “I’ve been working pretty hard with hitting,” Wilk said. “Sometimes I’ll open my shoulder up too much. I tried not to let the moment get to me. I’ve been on the varsity team since my sophomore year.” The Trojans added three runs in the fourth, fueled by backto-back doubles by Nicholas Keene and Joe Provenzano. Connor Kopach added an RBI groundout. Erich Schubert came in on relief in the sixth inning and helped close out the Bengals. “Erich Schubert has been doing a nice job and came in and closed out the game for us,” Isaacson said.“It was good to see him get innings. He threw a lot of us last year.” Troy Southard, Matt Underdown,Wilk and Pat Lowery are all back in the lineup looking to boost Downers North.

North isn’t worried about the conference season yet, it is planning on taking things one game at a time. “It’s all about one game at a time right now,” Isaacson said. “We have to be detailed and fundamentally sound. We’re just worried about the next game right now. We want to come out and compete every day. It’s pitching and defense, it’s the way it’s always been and it will be like that this year.” “I think we’re just trying to do better than last year,”Wilk added. “There’s a lot of motivation.We’re just trying to get to conference and go from there.” A pair of sophomores are also expected to contribute and did with those doubles in Provenzano and Keene. “We have three sophomores up and two of them played today and did good,” Wilk said. “We’re all working together as a team and seem pretty comfortable.” staylor@buglenewspapers.com

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Final four offers little surprise STANDINGS Gary Taylor 79 Joe Sparaciao 78 Marge Taylor 77 Tom Harper 77 Edward Gladstone 77 Dan Leach 76 Brian Dudczyk 76 Brian Dunn 73 Scott Taylor 73 Mandie Copley 72 Katie Hartanovich 70 Chris Askew 70 Briana Wilder 70 Note: Bold not eligible for top prizes By Scott Taylor Sports Reporter

There may have been a few surprises along the way, but at the end of the day there is a lot of chalk in the Final Four. Sure, Louisville might be a surprise to some, but in the balanced West, anything could and did happen, especially when Missouri was bounced early. Other than that, I predicted Kentucky and Ohio State to go to the Final Four and Kansas is no real surprise playing close to home and especially after North Carolina point guard Kendall

Ohio State (2)

(1) Kentucky

Champion

(4) Louisville Marshall was injured. To me, this has been the worst year of March Madness in a long time. The four teams left standing are among the richest in tradition, so there are no good stories (it doesn’t help that I can’t stand three of those teams). There have been no buzzer beaters, the thing that makes this time of year most special, and there have only been a handful of games go down to the last shot. The only Elite Eight game that was good was Louisville/Florida and the Sweet 16 wasn’t all that great, either. The Wisconsin/ Syracuse game was great, as was

Kansas (2) UNC/Ohio, but the ending was something that everyone expected with the chalk winning. Also ruining the month has been the sub-par refs. There were 48 fouls in the Ohio State/Syracuse game, so who knows who the better team was with all the free throws and foul trouble. There have been multiple games where the refs appeared to favor a team (look at Kentucky’s free throw advantages) and who can forget the UNC-Ashville/Syracuse game? With that said, there are plenty of scenarios left for Voyager Media

Madness to see who takes the top crown and the $100 prize. If Kentucky beats Ohio State in the final, Brianna Widler of Plainfield would take home the top prize, with Edward Gladstone of Romeoville finishing second and myself in third. Chris Askew of Westmont in fifth would get the $25 for third as third and fourth aren’t eligible. If Ohio State beats Kentucky in the final, the top two finishers (Dan Leach and Gary Taylor) are ineligible for cash prizes as well. That would leave Widler to finish first, Gladstone second and Tom Harper of Plainfield third.

If Ohio State faces Louisville, the top two again are ineligible, leaving Harper to finish first, Brian Dunn from Plainfield second and Mandie Copley of Morris third. If Louisville and Kansas meet in the finals, no matter who wins the money winners would be Joe Sparacio of Plainfield, Gladstone and Harper. If Kansas beats Kentucky, Sparacio is first, Gladstone second and Widler third. Kentucky over Kansas would give Gladstone first, while Widler, Askew and Katie Hartanovich of Plainfield would tie for second. staylor@buglenewspapers.com

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How to cope with death at work Q. My wife recently died from cancer and I am finding it difficult to care at all about my work. I need the income and don’t want to be fired. How can I cope with this loss and still do my job? A. You can cope with this loss by realizing that in the long run this kind of tragedy will give you a perspective and resiliency that will be invaluable to you in work and life. You can also realize that the largest contributor to a quality life is our ability to behave well when we feel rotten. Unfortunately, when someone close to us dies, our immediate family members are the only people who are drastically and permanently affected by a loss. Everyone else will express sympathy, but in truth their life goes on relatively the same as before our tragedy. After the initial time you take off and the funeral, you’ll come

back to a workplace (and society) that expects you to “move on” and get back to “normal.” The truth is that you’ll never return to normal, but you can create a new normal. A new life is unimaginable after the loss of an intimate other, but it is possible. Don’t expect yourself to care about your job or anything else in the same way you did before your wife died. You’ll be grateful right now for the fact that telepathy is not a common skill. No one will know how you feel, but they will notice if your work tasks are getting done. Give yourself a new bar for performance at work. If you can show up and merely do an

adequate job after your severe loss, you’re amazing. Simply putting one foot in front of the other when you are deep in bereavement is an extraordinary accomplishment. Also expect that right now you won’t have much hope or optimism about your future. You won’t be able to motivate yourself by thinking of bright or happy goals. The secret to building a new life is to do the tasks you know will give you richer options in the future, even though you don’t feel like getting out of bed. We often inaccurately believe that we have to feel good and inspired to act in ways that will benefit us - even though, intellectually, we know we can go the gym, eat better or pay our bills and achieve the same results whether we feel like performing these tasks or not. If we don’t do the things

Protection from credit sharks? Dear Dave, Is there some way to put a block on a credit report prior to sending a kid to college, so that the credit card hustlers can’t get to them? Trevor Dear Trevor, No, there’s not. Unfortunately, in today’s culture that’s part of becoming an adult. When you hand them car keys there’s no way to put a block on how they drive. And when they turn 21, there’s no way to put a block on what they ingest. About the only thing you can do is to teach your kids to the best of your ability, and be a good parent and good example. Teach them why debt is dumb, and show them how it eats away at their ability to save money and build wealth. And for goodness sake, don’t use credit cards yourself. Kids can smell a hypocrite a mile away! —Dave Dear Dave, I’m a new doctor, and I drive a car that has over 200,000 miles on it, is 10 years old, and a few dings

in the doors. I’ve heard image is everything when you’re a doctor, but I like not having a car payment. Should I just get over being selfconscious about my old car? Mario

a scholarship that pays 25 percent. However, I won’t really be able to work much while I’m studying. How can I do this without taking on more debt? Amy

Dear Mario, I like not having a car note, too. I’d walk, ride a bike, or drive your car with a great, big smile on my face before I picked up a car payment! As new, young doctor you’ve probably got six figures in student loans hanging over your head right now. So you need to get out from under all that before you start thinking about driving something fancy. If this car is truly on its last legs, then I’d say save up for a few months then upgrade to a good, reasonably-priced, used car. Just remember, a Mercedes or BMW doesn’t prove you’re a doctor, and it doesn’t mean you’re a good doctor, either.You just need to worry about what’s smart for you instead of what other people think! —Dave

Dear Amy, If I were you I’d do some online research on all the governmental agencies out there. I’ll bet there’s one that’s willing to pay for your law school if you would agree to work for them for a few years after you get out. It’s kind of an indentured servitude deal, but that’s a lot better than taking on $150,000 or more in debt. The scholarship is a good thing, but we both know it will only scratch the surface when you’re talking about law school. Think about this, Amy. You got the scholarship by finding a good opportunity and asking for it, right? There’s a ton of scholarship money out there, and millions of dollars of it goes unclaimed every year. If I were you, I’d get into the business of hunting money. Track down every possibility you can, and use every honest thing to your advantage! —Dave

Dear Dave, I’m 24, and I don’t have any debt except for a small student loan. I’m going to law school to study international law, and I have

* For more financial help please visit daveramsey.com.

that take care of us financially, physically, emotionally and spiritually, our bereavement will be compounded by the fact our life is falling apart. If we do these things (despite our despair), our loss will soften more quickly over time because our life is working. During this time, make sure you seek out a grief support group. Most people in your social network care about you but find death an intolerable issue. Making sure you have people who are also dealing with severe loss will be a critical lifeboat during a time when you feel your storm will never end. (Daneen Skube, Ph.D., executive coach, trainer, therapist and speaker, also appears as the FOX Channel’s “Workplace Guru” each Monday morning. She’s the author of “Interpersonal Edge: Breakthrough Tools for Talking to Anyone, Anywhere, About Anything” (Hay House, 2006).

You can contact Dr. Skube at www. interpersonaledge.com or 1420 NW Gilman Blvd., #2845, Issaquah, WA 98027. Sorry, no personal replies.)

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2010 CH 00835 US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, 2005-HE3 PLAINTIFF Vs. Mark Johns; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/16/2011, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 4/19/12 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 09-29-114-015 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1034 Claremont Drive Downers Grove, IL 60516 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-43517. I419305 Published 3/28, 4/4, 4/11

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2011 CH 003412 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. Michael W. Rawson; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/16/2011, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 4/19/12 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-01-411-041 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4529 Pershing Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-15405. I417767 Published 3/14, 3/21, 3/28 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2010 CH 00835 US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, 2005-HE3 PLAINTIFF Vs. Mark Johns; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/16/2011, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 4/19/12 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 09-29-114-015 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1034 Claremont Drive Downers Grove, IL 60516 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-43517. I419305 Published 3/21, 3/28, 4/4

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2011 CH 004507 OneWest Bank, FSB PLAINTIFF Vs. Arsenia Quintana; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 1/20/2012, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 4/26/12 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-25-413-011 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2216 Country Club Drive Unit #15 Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-23937. I419328 Published 3/14, 3/21, 3/28

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2011 CH 004507 OneWest Bank, FSB PLAINTIFF Vs. Arsenia Quintana; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 1/20/2012, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 4/26/12 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PARCEL 1: UNIT NO. 11-C IN BUILDING 32, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, IN WOODRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB CONDOMINIUM NO. 1, AS DELINEATED AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NO. R77-120294, IN PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: EASEMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL 1 AS CREATED BY THE DECLARATION OF EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS AND COVENANTS FOR THE WOODRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB CONDOMINIUM HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION DATED DECEMBER 30, 1977 AND RECORDED DECEMBER 30, 1977 AS DOCUMENT NO. R77-120293, AND THE FIRST AMENDMENT THERETO RECORDED SEPTEMBER 14, 1978 AS DOCUMENT NO. R78-87953, AS DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT “A” THEREIN. PARCEL 3: NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL 1 GRANTING RIGHTS OF INGRESS, EGRESS, USE AND ENJOYMENT OF DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES LOCATED ON THE PROPERTY ADJOINING TO THE NORTH, AS CREATED BY AN EASEMENT AGREEMENT DATED FEBRUARY 15, 1973 AND RECORDED MAY 30, 1973 AS DOCUMENT R73030957. PIN 08-25-413-011 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2216 Country Club Drive Unit #15 Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-11-23937. I419328 Published 3/14, 3/21, 3/28

THE BUGLE MARCH 28, 2012 21 LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2010 CH 00835 US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, 2005-HE3 PLAINTIFF Vs. Mark Johns; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/16/2011, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 4/19/12 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 1034 IN ASSESSMENT PLAT NO. 2 OF HIDDEN PINES ESTATES PHASE II, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 4 AND 5 IN HIDDEN PINES ESTATES PHASE II, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, SAID ASSESSMENT PLAT RECORDED AUGUST 24, 192 AS DOCUMENT NO. R92-160321, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 09-29-114-015 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1034 Claremont Drive Downers Grove, IL 60516 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-43517. I419305 Published 3/28, 4/4, 4/11

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY- WHEATON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, NA Plaintiff, vs. Antonio E. Rome; Carolyn T. Rome; Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc; CitiMortgage, Inc.; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. 12 CH 240 Property Address: 9541 Witham Lane, Woodridge, Illinois 60517 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Carolyn T. Rome and UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled cause, that suit has been commenced against you and other defendants in the Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit by said plaintiff praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT 278 IN GALLAGHER & HENRY’S FARMINGDALE VILLAGE UNIT 25C BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 25, 2005 AS DOCUMENT R2005-084105, AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED JUNE 21, 2005, AS DOCUMENT NO. R2005-129160, AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED JULY 20, 2005, AS DOCUMENT NO. R2005-154685, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N.: 10-07-114-010 Said property is commonly known as: 9541 Witham Lane, Woodridge, Illinois 60517, and which said mortgage(s) was/were made by Antonio E. Rome; Carolyn T. Rome and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds as Document Number R2010-022651 and for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the above Court against you as provided by law and that said suit is now pending. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Court at DUPAGE County on or before April 27, 2012, a default may be taken against you at any time after that date and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Steven C. Lindberg Attorney for Plaintiff FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 333 Naperville, IL 60563 630-983-0770 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 26122, DuPage 42005, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 Louis Freedman- 3126104, Thomas Anselmo- 3125949, Steven Lindberg3126232,Doug Oliver - 6273607, Clay A. Mosberg- 1972316, Karl V. Meyer6220397,Bryan D. Hughes- 6300070, Ann W. Lopez- 6190037, Jonathan Nusgart- 6211908, William B. Kalbac6301771, Sarah K. Lash- 6300299, John Gerrity- 6303376, W. Brandon Rogers- 6302871, G. Stephen Caravajal, Jr. - 6284718 I422412 Published 3/28, 4/4, 4/11

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS 2010 CH 00835 US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, 2005-HE3 PLAINTIFF Vs. Mark Johns; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/16/2011, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 4/19/12 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 1034 IN ASSESSMENT PLAT NO. 2 OF HIDDEN PINES ESTATES PHASE II, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 4 AND 5 IN HIDDEN PINES ESTATES PHASE II, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, SAID ASSESSMENT PLAT RECORDED AUGUST 24, 192 AS DOCUMENT NO. R92-160321, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 09-29-114-015 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1034 Claremont Drive Downers Grove, IL 60516 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-43517. I419305 Published 3/21, 3/28, 4/4

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What’s new in France and Spain While their economies may be undergoing turbulence in 2012, positive changes in France and Spain are also in the air making this year a good time to touch down in these essential European destinations. In France, Paris’ progressive mayor, Bertrand Delanoe, is launching an electric-car-share program called Autolib’ (www. autolib.eu), which is designed to function much like the city’s successful Velib’ bike-share program. Eventually 3,000 electric cars will plug in at 1,000 (mostly underground) stations - and yes, Americans and Canadians can rent one as long as they have an International Driving Permit. Meanwhile, public transit in Paris is becoming more automated. Staffed ticket windows in Metro stations are gradually being phased out in favor of ticket machines, so don’t expect live transactions at some smaller stations. Since most U.S. credit cards won’t work in these machines, be sure to carry coins or small bills of 20 euros or less. The news is mostly good for art lovers in Paris. At the Orsay Museum - the mecca of Impressionism - a $28 million, multiyear remodel wrapped up in October, when the topfloor Impressionist and PostImpressionist rooms reopened in a larger space. The Louvre’s preClassical Greek section reopens in late 2012, and the museum’s exciting new Islamic art wing debuts this summer. But Paris’ Picasso Museum remains closed for renovation, probably until summer 2013. Beginning in May, there will be a new way to make a pilgrimage to one of the country’s most popular sights - the evocative island abbey of Mont St. Michel. Visitors will park in remote lots and ride free shuttles to a pedestrian walkway connected to the island. It’s part of a multiyear project to replace the island’s old causeway with a sleek, modern bridge, allowing water to freely circulate around the island once more. At the nearby D-Day beaches in Normandy, the terrific Utah Beach Landing Museum (near Sainte Marie du Mont, www. utah-beach.com) is now open. Built in the sand dunes around the remains of a German bunker, with floors both above and

below sea level, the museum’s finale is a large, glassed-in room overlooking Utah Beach. In the Dordogne, a new Prehistory We l c o m e Center has joined other worthwhile CroMagnon sights in Les Eyzies-deTayac. The free welcome center provides a solid introduction to the Dordogne region’s important prehistoric sites, with timelines, slideshows, and exhibits that serve as an excellent primer on the origins of the human species. In Nice, the Matisse Museum is expected to close for renovation sometime in 2012 and the Russian Cathedral is closed indefinitely. In Arles, the Arlaten Folk Museum is closed until 2013, and the Fondation Vincent Van Gogh (which, while interesting, contains no original Van Gogh paintings) is moving and should reopen in its new location in the spring of 2012. Near Arles, in Les Baux, the Cathedrale d’Images is set to reopen in March with a new sound-and-light show. Next door in Spain, several museums in Toledo have reopened after years of renovation. The new Spanish Army Museum, installed within the Alcazar fortress, displays endless rooms of military collections of armor, uniforms, cannons, guns, paintings, and models.The Santa Cruz Museum, finally completely open, displays a world-class collection of El Greco paintings, along with an eclectic mix of medieval and Renaissance art. The reopened and renamed El Greco Museum (no longer called El Greco’s House) offers its small collection of paintings - including the “View and Plan of Toledo,” El Greco’s panoramic map of the city. In Madrid, the Madrid Card sightseeing pass now allows you to skip the lines at sights which can save lots of time at the famous Prado art museum and the lavish Royal Palace. And in Barcelona, you can avoid the lines for the Picasso Museum by reserving an entrance time and buying your ticket online with no additional booking fee at www.museupicasso.bcn.cat. Granada’s top sight, the

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Toledo’s Santa Cruz Museum has completely reopened and contains a world-class collection of paintings by El Greco.

magnificent Alhambra fortress, has opened an official bookstore in a handy city-center location (between Plaza Isabel La Catolica and Plaza Nueva). The bookstore’s info desk can help you print out your pre-reserved Alhambra tickets, and sells advance tickets (but not sameday tickets). With your ticket in hand, you can bypass the mob scene at the main entrance and enter the Alhambra through the Justice Gate (closer to the top attractions of that exquisite palace). In Sevilla, the once nondescript square called Plaza de la Encarnacion (at the north end of downtown) has been boldly redeveloped: A gigantic undulating canopy of five waffle-patterned, mushroomshaped, 100-foot tall structures (called “Metropol Parasol” by its German architect) now provides shade for the formerly sunbaked square. Even with these changes, the essence of France and Spain endures - a heady mix of modern and traditional that is ready to intoxicate curious travelers in 2012 and beyond. (Rick Steves (www.ricksteves. com) writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio. Email him at rick@

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