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Financial Advice Column

How will higher rates affect you?

SUBMITTED BY PATRICK ZAMKIN As you know, interest rates have risen considerably over the past couple of years.

But what does this mean to you, as a consumer and as an investor?

From a consumer’s standpoint, it’s not hard to see the effects of higher interest rates. If you want to take out a mortgage or refinance an existing one, you’ll find that it’s considerably more costly, in terms of the interest you’ll pay, than it was a few years ago. And the same is true of car loans and credit cards. Paying these debts at higher rates can affect your cash flow, so while rates are high, you may need to make some important decisions about your overall budget and spending plans.

As an investor, though, you may find the effects of higher interest rates to be somewhat more complex. That’s because higher rates can have a different impact on different types of investments, such as stocks and bonds.

When considering stocks, be aware that not all market sectors will respond the same way to higher interest rates. For example, the financial sector, which includes banks, insurance companies and brokerage firms, may benefit from higher rates. On the other hand, smaller technology companies, which still must invest heavily in their businesses, may not do as well due to rising interest rates making it more expensive for them to borrow. And other sectors will respond differently to higher rates. Keep in mind, though, that there’s great variance within sectors and among companies, so when you consider purchasing stocks, evaluate each choice on its merits and make sure it fits within your risk tolerance, time horizon and need for portfolio diversification. When you diversify your investment dollars, you can

reduce the risk of market volatility affecting just one type of asset, although diversification by itself can’t protect against all losses.

With fixed-income investments, such as bonds, interest rate movements can have significant and direct impacts. When interest rates rise, the value of your current bonds will likely fall because new bonds can pay higher rates. However, you can also buy bonds at the new, higher rates and benefit from bigger interest payments.

Still, there’s no guarantee that interest rates will stay elevated – in fact, the Federal Reserve has indicated that it might actually start cutting rates in 2024 – which is why it may be a good idea to build what’s known as a “ladder” consisting of short-, intermediateand long-term bonds. Once you have your ladder in place, you’ll have some protection from interest-rate movements. So, if rates were to keep rising, you could reinvest the proceeds of your short-term bonds in the new, higherpaying ones. But if rates level off, or even fall, you’ll still benefit from your longer-term bonds, which typically (but not always) pay higher rates than short-term ones.

Of course, if you hold your bonds until maturity, you will continue to get the same interest payments, regardless of where market rates go.

In any case, it’s useful to be aware of what’s happening with interest rates — the more you know about the factors affecting your investments, the better off you’ll be.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Patrick Zamkin, located at 18735 Dixie Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430. Contact us at (708) 798-9066. Edward Jones.

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by Janice R Newman Giving it your all is essential for achieving the best results in every aspect of your life: physically, mentally, financially, and spiritually.

But what exactly does “ALL” mean? It means giving total commitment to putting forth your best effort in everything you do. Whether it’s pursuing your heart’s desires, answering the calling on your life, or fulfilling your responsibilities. Whatever your heart desires, do it with ALL your heart, soul, mind, and strength. Success is sure to follow when you do.

All areas of our lives are profoundly and directly impacted by the level of effort we invest in them. When we wholeheartedly dedicate ourselves to our goals and endeavors, it ignites a passionate drive within us to achieve what we’ve set out to do. Giving all is crucial to the task at hand. If we only dedicate partial effort, we’ll likely face struggles, discouragement, or even abandonment of our pursuits.

To truly give it your all, here are some strategies to pursue your heart’s desires for your physical and mental health, financial stability, and spiritual growth.

Physical and Mental Health: Our health is greatly influenced by the choices we make, such as eating nutritious foods, exercising appropriately, avoiding unhealthy habits such as smoking and alcohol, and obtaining adequate sleep. Giving it your all entails committing to your health goals by embracing a balanced diet, eliminating sweets, extra salt, and fatty foods, managing stress effectively, and prioritizing self-care activities.

Pursuing your health goals requires you to give it your all to be successful. Chronic stress can take a toll on the body, leading to illnesses, weakened immune systems, and chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Choosing to take care of your physical body and mental health is an investment toward your overall well-being that will directly influence all aspects of your life.

Financial Stability: You must make an ALL-or- nothing decision when it comes to maintaining financial success and sustainability.

Being wise over part of your finances leaves

space for waste in the other. Mastering your finances starts with creating a budget, keeping track of income and expenses, and starting a prudent savings pattern.

Carefully track ALL expenses and savings, will give a true record of your money allocation.

Trying to justify spending a few dollars reduces your savings. Proverbs 13:11, “Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it.” In addition to saving money, it’s crucial to increase your skills and interests in your career, to pursue new opportunities for growth and advancement for long-term financial growth.

Spiritual Growth: Cultivating your spirit is a journey that requires complete dedication and commitment to growth. You must engage in practices to deepen your faith through prayer, expressing gratitude, deepening your understanding of God’s Word, and aligning your life with your spiritual values and principles.

Establish a set time for studying the scriptures to gain wisdom and understanding. Reflect on the truths and moral principles taught in the Bible to nurture your spirit. Matthew 6:21 (KJV) “For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also”. Endeavor to put your all into the Lord’s Word for understanding and guidance.

Take ALL of God’s counsel to heart as a treasure to grow and learn. Embrace ALL in high regard not part, as your heart will be divided.

Giving it your ALL is the foundation for unlocking success and living a fulfilled life.

Dedication is the key. We achieve through actively engaging and having a willingness to invest our all including time, energy, and resources to unlock the full potential within ourselves to create a life filled with purpose and a steadfast resolve by giving our all in all that we do. Y? Why Not! For more information, please visit https:// www.facebook.com/ywhynotshow/ Janice Newman will be speaking at Living Water MB Church at 6511 Jefferson Ave, Hammond, IN, Friday 02/23/2024 for a women’s bible meeting 6:30-8PM. Free to the public. All are welcome.

Mia Vassilev to Perform in Munster, IN on March 11, 2024 Live On Stage, Inc. and Lakeshore Community Concerts announce piano virtuoso as part of their 2023 2024 Concert Season MUNSTER, Ind. – (February 19, 2024) – Internationally acclaimed piano virtuoso Mia Vassilev is bringing her high- energy concert to Munster High School Auditorium on Monday, March 11, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. Single tickets available on the day of the performance for $30.

For more information, please contact Carolyn Borchardt at 219-932-9795 or cborc86914@ aol.com. “a musical talent to be reckoned with!”

- Peter P. Fuchs, Sugar Pops Symphonic Orchestra Prepare yourself for a night that is part Vegas, part Pops, and all fabulous with piano virtuoso, Mia Vassilev. Having won worldwide acclaim for her musical diversity, artistry and charismatic stage presence, Mia gathers together a dynamic and enthralling ensemble, traversing musical genres from Boogie-Woogie to Latin to rock and roll, all of which will leave you captivated! This diverse presentation will showcase the virtuosity of Mia’s piano performance augmented with strings, which include two amazingly talented violinists and an enchanting and skillful cellist.

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LOCAL CHURCHES TO BE ADDED, EMAIL ERICAW@MYSHOPPER.BIZ CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH, COGIC

1151 E. 170th St., South Holland 708-331-8389 FAX 708.331.8374 Admin@ChristCommunityCOGIC.org ChristCommunityCOGIC.org PASTOR DR. CARL E. KING, SR. WORSHIP SERVICES SUNDAY Church School................................ 9:15 a.m.

Worship Services ......................... 10:30 a.m.

WEDNESDAY Bible Study…… .............................. 7:00 p.m.

JESUS LIGHTHOUSE OF LOVE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES

19058 Burnham Ave, Lansing 312-206-1833 facebook.com/JLOLMinistries PASTOR EL CID ZOLLICOFFER PASTOR SHONNI ZOLLICOFFER WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday........................................... 11:00 a.m.

Wed. Service on Facebook.............7:30 p.m.

Women of Worship via Zoom 3rd Sat. @ 12 pm

RECONCILIATION CHURCH COVENANT UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 1130 East 154th St., South Holland 708-333-5955 www.covucc.org PASTOR REV. DR. PATRICK L. DAYMOND WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship ............................. 7:30 a.m. ...................................................... 11:00 a.m.

Wed. Bible Study ................................ Noon

FIRST CHURCH (PCA)

3134 Ridge Rd, Lansing 708-474-9610 www.firstchurchpca.org PASTOR WYBREN OORD Morning Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School ............................. 11:00 a.m.

Evening Worship ............................ 5:30 p.m.

FIRST ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF SOUTH HOLLAND

16248 South Park Ave., South Holland 708-333-8211 www.firstchurchsh.org PASTOR REV. DANIEL SVENDSEN WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday ....................... 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Sunday School ............................. 11:00 a.m.

833 East 168th St., South Holland 708-331-7755 www.reconciliationchurch.org PASTOR GLEN MCCARTHY WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship ........................... 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study ................. 7:00 p.m.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH

651 East 166th St., South Holland 708-331-4100 redeemer-lutheran@sbcglobal.net WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday ........................................... 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School ............................. 10:45 a.m.

Channel 6 Tues. ........................... 10:00 a.m.

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Heart Smart RICHARD ZEKVELD For black history month, I continue my reflection about my experience of moving into and connecting with a predominantly black community. Last week, I reflected on my time in the south suburbs as a seminary student. In 2002, I moved to Winnipeg, Canada, to begin my calling as a pastor in a church there. While there, I married, and my wife and I started our family. My family and I moved to South Holland in 2008 and we’ve been here since.

Being back in a primarily black community fueled my desire to learn more about black history. As a pastor in the reformed Christian tradition, one book caught my eye: Anthony J. Carter’s, Black and Reformed: Seeing God’s Sovereignty in the African-American Christian Experience.

Carter grapples with the reformed tradition’s emphasis on the absolute sovereignty of God in salvation and history and applies it to the profound injustices and sufferings of black history. Another book I have found very helpful: Isabel Wilkerson’s masterful, biographical chronicle of the Great Migration in her book The Warmth of Other Suns.

No amount of reading, though valuable, substitutes for cross-cultural relationships, conversations, and experiences.

Those relationships and a variety of conversations and experiences that arise within them have proven formative for me. Call it cultural immersion. Along the way, I’ve had to deal with some latent culturally-derived attitudes and assumptions that surfaced in my own heart.

Nothing prepared me for the murder of George Floyd and the upheaval that followed. From the moment I found out via the anguished text from a close black friend, I was forced to grapple, as a person and pastor, with competing narratives about race and racism in America and what to do about it. More on that next week.

Richard Zekveld Pastor, Covenant Fellowship Church cfcsh.org

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL

8601 Harrison Avenue, Munster, In. 46321 219-838-6720 stplmunster.com Pastors: Peter Speckhard, Adrian Krebs & Donald Stock WORSHIP SERVICES: Saturday: 5:30 p.m.

Sunday: 8 a.m. & 9:30 a.m.

(Nursery available for Sunday morning services)

ESPIRITU DE DIOS GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMS 8303 Sheffield Avenue Dyer, IN 46311 (219) 322-6527 gracedyer.webchicago.net

WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday........................................... 9:00 a.m.

Monday...........................................6:30 p.m.

Bible Study Sunday.......................10:30 a.m.

16400 S. State St., South Holland 708-439-1220 sogfchurch.com PASTORES Jose & Paula Lopez SERVICIOS: Grupo de Oracion de Hombres Jueves ............................................7:30 p.m.

Sabado Alabanza y Predicacion.....6:00 p.m.

UNITY OF NORTHWEST INDIANA

Plum Creek Center 2138 Moeller Street Dyer, IN 46311 (219) 931-5284 www.unitynwi.org ALL WELCOME MINISTER: REV. GERALDINE COLVIN SUNDAY SERVICE.......................10:00 AM

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LIBRARY HAPPENINGS Dolton Public Library

Address: 14037 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL Phone: 708-849-2385 Email: lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org Website: www.doltonpubliclibrary.org

BINGO NIGHT. Starting October 12th, from 3 – 4pm. Held every 2 nd and 4 th Thursday in the Kopac.

Please call (708) 849-2385 x3 leaving your full name, email address and phone number or send email to lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org to register. FREE Virtual Zumba Dolton Public Library District presents VIRTUAL ZUMBA with licensed instructor Yvette Roberts. Come and join in the fun every Friday at 5pm. Please call (708)8492385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org and leave your full name, email address and phone number to register. (5pm – 6pm every Friday). FREE BEGINNERS LINE DANCING with “DAWN the DANCIN’’ DEEVA” Every Wednesday, from 3pm to 4pm. Please call 708-849-2385 ext. 3 to register, RSVP between Friday, 9am and Tuesday, 4pm ONLY. Leaving your full name and phone number.

Held in the Josway Auditorium. FREE VIRTUAL SENIOR YOGA Every Wednesday taught by Dionne Arnold, Certified Yoga Instructor, (4pm to 5pm) Please call 708-849-2385 or email lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leaving your full name, email address and phone number to register. FREE SENIOR BRIDGE CLUB Held every Tuesday, in person, from 3:30pm to 4:30pm.Please register by calling 708-849-2385 x3 or send email to lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. FREE VIRTUAL WORKOUT with SHEENA STINSON Get in Shape from Home. Classes held every Monday from 6pm to 6:30pm. Please call 708-849-2385 or email us at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org leaving your full name, email address and phone number to register. A Zoom Link will be sent day of the program. FREE Get up and Move with Simon Says Join the Dolton Public Library Youth Services Dept. as we play “Simon Says”. Held every 3rd or 4th Friday from 10:45 to 11:45am starting Oct. 27 th . PLEASE CALL FOR FUTURE DATES. Register by calling (708849-2385, ext. 4) or emailing at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org leaving your name, email address, phone number and the number of children participating. FREE Buriobo Burbio is a one-stop free resource to find out about all the Dolton area events and activities.

If your group wishes to post your events on burbio contact: groupsupport@burbio. com Sign-up at Burbio.com or download the free Android or iPhone app and follow the calendars that interest you. FREE VIRTUAL PASSPORT TO KNOWLEDGE, Every first Monday of the month from 3:30 – 4pm. Pack your bags for a virtual trip around the world and learn about other countries and cultures. Register at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org or call (708-849-2385) and leave your name, email and phone number.

Come curbside to pick up your Passport Packet prior to departure. The link for Zoom will be emailed prior to the program. FREE BETWEEN the PAGES: A Virtual Story Time Every third Saturday of the month at 1:30pm.

To register call (708-849-2385) or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, phone number and email address. A link will be sent to you. FREE

COOKBOOK BOOK CLUB Will meet in the Josway Auditorium on one Saturday a month, from 11am to 1pm at the library (14037 Lincoln Avenue, Dolton, IL 60419). To discuss the selected cookbook and to taste samples that have been prepared by our members from the recipes within the book.

Potential new members please call 708-849-2385, ext. 5 to register leaving your name, email and phone number to get complete details. FREE Homework Help GOT HOMEWORK? NEED HELP? For ages 5 – 14yrs, make an appointment with Mrs. Brooks on Fridays or Saturdays by calling (708) 849- 2385 x 4. Sessions are limited to 30 minutes each. FREE Toddler Time For young children (18 mos – 4 yrs.) and their caregivers. Every 2nd Tuesday, 10:45am – 11:45am. 14037 Lincoln Avenue, Kopac Room, starting June 6, 2023. To join us, please register at lincoln@doltonpubiclibrary.org leave your name, email address or call at 708-8492385, ext. 4. FREE Family Game Time Join us twice a month on Saturday, from 1:00 to 2:30pm for free fun and activities. To be held in the Youth Services department. Call (708) 849-2385 x 4 for future dates. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. FREE Creative Craft Join Ms. Barbara every 4th Wednesday for a new fun art craft from 3:30 – 4:00 pm in the Kopac Room. NO NEED TO REGISTER KIDS &YOUTH 5-16 YRS. FREE!

Harvey Public Library

Address: 15441 Turlington, Harvey, IL 60426 Phone: 708-331-0757x3200 Email: has@harvey.lib.il.us Website:www.harvey.lib.il.us

FREE online Line Dancing with Dawn the Diva, Tuesdays at 6:30pm Join Us For Virtual Programs: Each day at 4:00 pm, “stop” in for online family-fun at the Harvey Library. Tuesday: Craft Wednesday: Story Time Thursday: Bacon Bits & Cooking Tips Monthly Virtual Music Class (Friday, check calendar each month)

Riverdale Public Library

Address: 208 W 144th St Riverdale, IL 60827 Phone: (708) 841-3311 Email: library@rpld.org Website: www.rpld.org

Tutoring & Downtime Every Tuesday and Thursday 3:30 – 5:30 pm Grades: K-8 Receive homework assistance and afterwards enjoy snacks, games and fun.

Blind Date With a Book February 1 through 29 While doors are open Ages: All Spice up your reading life by going on a blind date with a book. Come in and select a specially wrapped “mystery” package. You may just meet your next great reading love.

Indoor Community Mural February 1 through 29 While doors are open Ages: All Come by the library with friends, family, and neighbors and create lasting memories. Be a part of this Black History Month’s art mural.

African Jewelry Kits February 1 through 29 While supplies last Ages: All Stop by the library, grab a take-andmake jewelry kit, and create a beautiful and cultural trinket.

Book Sale February 5 through 10 While doors are open Ages: All Browse through a variety of gently used, books, DVD and audiobooks.

African Dance Class DATE: TBA Ages: All Stay tuned on our website and social media sites for updates!

Zumba Class DATE: TBA Ages: All Stay tuned on our website and social media sites for updates!

GED Classes Coming to the Riverdale Public Library Registration begins in February for the March 11 through May 23 Class. For more information, call 708.596-2000, x2408 or x2410.

Puzzle Club Wednesday, February 21 3:30 – 5 pm Ages: All Let’s puzzle it out. Put the pieces together with other puzzle lovers.

MAC Club Saturday, February 24 12 – 1 pm Ages: Teens Meet up at the library to watch, read and discuss Manga, Anime and Comics.Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Family Game Day Saturday, February 24 12 – 2 pm Ages: All Gather the family for a fun afternoon of classic board games and card games or bring your own personal favorite.

Bingo!

Monday, February 26 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Ages: Adult/Senior Come have some fun with us at our monthly themed Bingo events. Winter themed prizes will be awarded. 10 games will be played. Registration recommended.

Bookies Book Club Wednesday, February 29 4 – 5 pm Ages: Adults/Seniors A Dog’s Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron. This is the story of a dog’s journey through four lives, in reincarnation, looking for his purpose on Earth through each. Stop in and get your copy at the Circulation Desk.

Calendar of the Month Women’s Bible Study Discover Your Bible with us at Cottage Grove Christian Reformed Church, 166th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue (by the roundabout) in South Holland, Tuesday mornings from 9:45 – 11:00 a.m. beginning on September 12.

We will begin our season with a 7-week study of the Old Testament book of Micah. After we complete Micah, we plan to study 1 & 2 Timothy (10 lessons). We provide a Nursery for infants and Story Hour for preschoolers to age 5. For information call the church at 708- 3310391 or Carol at 708-339-6793. We would love to have you join us!

Fish fry dinners Bishop Noll will host Lenten fish fry dinners from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 23, March 1, March 8, March 15 and March 22. Meals include entree, salad bar, dessert and drink.

Prices for seafood meals will start at $13 with options of perch or pollock, shrimp and mixed platter. A salad bar only and a kids’ meal option for children ages 4 to 10 will be available. The dinners serve as fundraisers for Bishop Noll athletics. Guests should enter Door C near the cafeteria. The school address is 1519 Hoffman St. in Hammond. For more information, call (219) 932-9058.

Golden Times Senior Group

MARCH 14 TH , 2024 “THE DOWNTON ABBEY EXHIBIT”.

The exhibit is an in-depth look at life, culture, fashion and socioeconomics of early 20 th century as depicted on the TV series and films.

There needs to be at least 20/25 people who are interested in immersing themselves into post-Edwardian England to join us. The exhibition is on display at Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center located in Skokie Il . This is a 6 /7 hour day trip. The cost of this trip is $80 and includes transportation and entrance into the exhibit. Additionally, depending on the number of people taking this trip we might be riding on a smaller bus that does not have a bathroom. I would also like to make reservations at a local restaurant Cheesecake factory maybe) but the cost of lunch is on your own.

We will leave from the Welcome Center at 9 am. Final due date is March 1 st , 2024. Please make your check out to Golden Times and mail it to Jennifer Jones at 1374 Clinton St. Gary, In. 46406. 219-789-2783 March 21 st South Bend Four Winds Casino and Notre Dame Tour This day trip will be about 8 or 9 hours. The cost is $60.00. We will spend 4 hours at the casino. They will provide each person $15.00 in slot play and a $10.00 food voucher. It is required you submit your name address, and d.o.b.. Please include this information with your payment. The tour is between 30 and 45 minutes and is walking. Payment due date is February 15 th . Make your check out to Golden Times and mail to Jennifer Jones at 1374 Clinton St. Gary, In. 46406 April 17 th Drury Lane Theatre “GUYS AND DOLLS” A musical fable of Broadway. The cost $130.00 per person. This covers transportation, lunch and play. This day event will be about 6 or 7 hours. We will leave from Welcome Center at 10:00. Payment due by March 10 th . Please mail your check out to Golden Times and mail to Jennifer Jones at 1374 Clinton St. Gary, In. 46406 May 1 st Jacob Henry Mansion “MYSTERY IN THE MANSION” A quintessential whodunnit thriller. This day trip is about 6 hours. The cost is $100.00 and includes transportation, lunch and show.

Payment due by April 1 st – We will leave the Welcome Center at 10:00 Make your check out to Golden Times and mail to Jennifer Jones at 1374 Clinton St. Gary, In. 46406 219-7892783

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LO C A L G I R L SC OU T S SE L LC OOK I E S OUTSIDE WAL MART: Pictured here are Girl Scouts from Troop 15290 in Highland. Abby Aerts, Kali Aerts, Alyssa Feltz and Karen Feltz. The Scouts braved the cold weather to sell the delicious cookies and the guests buying the cookies didn’t mind one bit! Brava and Best Wishes to Abby, Kali, Alyssa and Karen! ***

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WOMEN DISH UP SPAGHETTI DINNERS: The annual event took place Friday February 16th, at the Lansing United Methodist Church under the guidance of Mama Rosalia and her crew of Lansing Jr. Women’s club Members.

The spaghetti dinners were delivered in record time, piping hot and delicious. Pictured here in front of the church kitchen in no particular order are-- are Barbara, Fran, Erica, Debbie, JoAnn, Darlene, Jocelyn, Patty, Eva, Chrissie, Diane, Kecia, Fran, Gloria, Rosie and Connie. The spaghetti meal is the forerunner to the Veteran’s Meal at the Dream Palace in Lynwood, where veteran’s are treated to a free meal courtesy of the Lansing Jr. Women’s Club later in the year. ***

R E L A X I NG AT COM M A N DE R S RESTAURANT ARE THE LANSING JRS: Prior to their big day, Friday February 16, 2024 at the Lansing United Methodist Church where they serve over 135 spaghetti meals to guests which help pay for the veteran’s meals later in the year are Gloria Chavez Gomez, Erica R.Navarro, Debbie DiLeonardi and Chruyssie Hoernig. The long time tradition dates back several years and is one of the special events hosted by the Lansing Jr. Women’s club. The gals decided they would treat themselves to a peaceful meal at the Commander Restaurant in Munster, before the big day Friday. All proceeds from the spaghetti dinner go toward the Veteran’s meal at the Dream Palace later in the year. ***

SAVORING THE LAST MINUTES OF THE SPAGH ET T I DI N N ER: Pictured here are Juanita and Jose Joe Cruz of Chicago along with Jesse Gomez of Lansing. The trio was reminiscing about the special events held over the years to benefitthe Veteran’s. Both Jessie and Jose are distinguished military Veterans. ***

WORKING AT THE MANOR IN BEECHERTAKING A BREAK: The Minton twins, Alex and Tina are joined by Tina’s red haired baby Sydney Leigh Minton Barry during a break in the Manor day. The Beecher Manor is a residential facility for disabled adults Both Alex and Tina work at the Manor. ***

LOCAL ACTOR RELEASES BOOK: From my humble beginnings as a part of the extra and crew, to stepping in for actors and even delivering lines on-screen, I have wholeheartedly embraced every opportunity that came my way. Through unwavering determination, I have been blessed to pursue my dreams in various roles within the industry. While my professional background lies in banking, property management, and real estate - providing stability and sustenance - my heart has always been drawn to the captivating world of the entertainment business, particularly the TV and film industry. It is within this realm that I feel most alive and fulfilled. In recent years, I have fearlessly ventured into media interviews and daytime talk shows, embracing the thrill and excitement of sharing my story with the world. “Almost Famous” serves as a powerful reminder that each and every one of us should chase our passions at some point in life. Dreams do come true, and I am here to ignite that spark of possibility within you.

Trust in yourself, and witness the wondrous transformation of the seemingly impossible into a magnificent reality. Find Kathleen Dagis’ book “Almost Famous” on Amazon. ***

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Casiano, of East Chicago, from St. Stanislaus; Soledad Castellanos, of East Chicago, from St. Stanislaus; Miranda Gaal, of Schererville, from St. John the Baptist; Isabella M. Garcia, of Whiting, from St. Casimir; Daisy Gonzalez, of Hammond, from Saint John Bosco; Mathieu Jadrych, of South Holland, from Calvin Christian School; Alessandra Lopez, of Hammond, from St. Casimir; Arianna Magallanes, of Hammond, from St. Casimir; Andrea Mendoza, of Hammond, from St. John Bosco; Painalli Patino, of Hammond, from St. Casimir; Reese Reid, of Griffith, from St. Mary’s-Griffith; Anthony Rico, of Hammond, from Scott Middle School; Alyssa Schafbuch, of Hammond, from St. Casimir; Erik Shelton, of Highland, from Highland Middle School; Alexis Vega, of East Chicago, from St. John the Baptist.

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Bishop Noll’s top graduates from the Class of 2024 all achieved a GPA of 4.0 or higher. Pictured in the front row, from left: Reese Reid, Soriyah Casiano, Andrea Mendoza, Soledad Castellanos; second row: Arianna Magallanes, Alyssa Schafbuch, Isabella Garcia, Anthony Rico; third row: Alessandra Lopez, valedictorian Laura Bautista, Alexis Vega; fourth row: Miranda Gaal, Daisy Gonzalez, salutatorian Grace Shebish, Painalli Patino; back row: Luke Baczkowski, Mathieu Jadrych, Erik Shelton. _______________________________ Bishop Noll Institute has announced its Graduates with Distinction for the class of 2024. These top academic seniors all earned a 4.0 or above GPA. These grades also determine valedictorian and salutatorian.

Laura Bautista, of Hammond, has been named valedictorian. Bautista attended St. Casimir School. Grace Shebish, of Chicago, has been named salutatorian. She attended St. John the Baptist School.

The graduates with distinction also include Luke Baczkowski, of Hobart, from Nativity of Our Savior; Soriyah

The Towle Theater opens its 21st Season with the touching musical, The Story of My Life

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The Towle Theater is pleased to open their 2024 Season with the Northwest Indiana premiere of the musical, The Story of My Life by Neil Bartram and Brian Hill. The production is Directed by Jeff Casey, Assistant Directed by Nikki Dizon and Music Direction

by Elizabeth Tuazon. The production is sponsored by Calumet Electric Supply Corporation.

The Story of My Life follows the friendship of Alvin and Thomas, two men from a small town.

These lifelong friends are reunited after Alvin’s mysterious death. In the abstract world of his mind, Thomas struggles to write Alvin’s eulogy while recounting the many turns that their lives have taken since meeting as children. Alvin searches through the manuscripts and stories in Thomas’ mind to lead him on a journey of remembrance. Through music and song, these two friends recount their adventures, explore their past dissonance and ultimately discover what is at the base of every strong friendship... love.

The Towle welcomes newcomers Daniel Rausch (Chicago, IL) as Thomas Weaver and Max Trotter (Bensenville, IL) as Alvin Kelby.

The Story of My Life runs February 23-24, March 1-3, 8-10. Performances on Fridays and Saturdays are at 8pm and Sundays are at 2pm. The box office opens 1 hour prior to performance time. Tickets are only $24 and must be paid for in advance. They are non-refundable and nonexchangeable. Group rates are available. There is no late seating. Please arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to curtain. IF you arrive after curtain, you will not be seated as there is no intermission.

2024 Season Tickets are also available for $75. This purchase allows you to see all four shows in the season, The Story of My Life, The Spider or the Fly?, Pippin and Slow Food. It is a $21 savings.

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February 21, 2024

Farewell to South Shore a Poignant Metaphor for Leaving Behind Idyllic Circumstances of Youth CHICAGO — Resourceful women struggling to overcome adversity are at the core of some of author Charlene Wexler’s most popular books, and her newest one, Farewell to South Shore, is no exception.

“Farewell to South Shore taps into and articulates a woman’s emotions related to dealing with a changing society, particularly its expectations of women,” Wexler explained.

In Farewell to South Shore, she introduces readers to 15-year-old Sherrie, who is growing up in a close-knit Jewish family in the late 1950s and early 1960s. The building in which Sherrie lives is occupied by family with Old World values, in Chicago’s South Shore community.

Her relatives are loud, argumentative and quirky, but they are also loving and solve problems with that love — and great food.

As the 1960s progress, Sherrie and her family increasingly encounter modern day problems and situations, including the changing neighborhood, homosexuality, unplanned pregnancy and abortion, family secrets, domestic abuse, divorce, single motherhood, women’s rights and romance in middle age.

Sherrie becomes the first girl in the family to go to college, and then to law school. She meets the man of her dreams, marries him, and leaves her career as an attorney behind. But her husband turns out to have old-fashioned patriarchal ideas of his own. Eventually they divorce, leaving her a single mother of two.

Informed by all of her life experiences, Sherrie

feels compelled to re-establish her legal career as an attorney fighting for Roe v. Wade and equal rights, and helping abused women. As the 2000s dawn, Sherrie pivots toward female financial empowerment, as she embarks on a new, modern romance.

A story of tragedies and triumphs to which every reader can relate, Farewell to South Shore not only refers to departure from a place, but also serves as a metaphor for leaving a time and culture that will never exist again.

“The book inspires perseverance and determination to help take charge of one’s own life in a rapidly changing world,” Wexler added.

“A world vastly different from the idyllic South Shore of the main character’s youth.”

About the Author A native Chicagoan, Charlene Wexler has been a teacher, wife, dental office manager, mother and grandmother. In retirement, her lifelong passion for writing has led her to create several essays and novels. Her other books include Murder on Skid Row, Milk and Oranges, Murder Across the Ocean, Lori and Elephants In The Room. Her work has also appeared in Reader’s Digest, North Shore Magazine, the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry’s Vision magazine, Alpha Omegan magazine, the Gazette Chicago and several blogs. She lives in Illinois with her dentist husband. Her three adorable grandchildren live out of state but visit often.

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Celebrating Leap Day: Unique Ideas for an Extraordinary Day Leap Day, occurring on February 29th, is a day that graces our calendars only once every four years. This rarity makes it a perfect occasion for doing something special or out of the ordinary. From themed parties to daring adventures, there are countless ways to mark this quadrennial event. Here are some fun Leap Day ideas to inspire your celebrations and help make the most of this extra day.

Throw a Leap Day Party What better way to celebrate Leap Day than with a themed party? Invite guests to embrace the spirit of leaping by dressing up in green or as their favorite leaping characters, such as frogs or kangaroos. Decorate with frog-themed snacks, leap-year cocktails, and a cake that pays homage to the day. It’s a fantastic way to bring friends and family together for some leap-year fun.

Create a Leap Day Time Capsule A Leap Day time capsule is a unique way to commemorate the day. Fill it with notes, photos, and mementos, and include predictions for the next Leap Day, four years hence. Seal it and choose a special spot to hide or bury it, to be reopened on the next Leap Day, creating a bridge through time.

Take a Leap of Faith Leap Day can also be a day for personal challenges and growth. Consider it an opportunity to step out of your comfort zone.

Whether it’s an adrenaline-pumping activity like skydiving, starting a new hobby, or trying something you’ve never done before, make Leap Day memorable by taking your own leap of faith.

Host a Movie Marathon A movie marathon featuring films with “leap” in the title or that involve leaping through time is a cozy way to spend the day. Classics like “Leap Year” or “The Time Traveler’s Wife” are perfect for setting the mood. Add some popcorn and themed snacks for a relaxed and enjoyable Leap Day. Seek Out Special Offers and Deals

Some businesses celebrate Leap Day with special offers or discounts that happen only once every four years. Keep an eye out for these unique deals for shopping or dining out, making Leap Day an occasion for both celebration and savings.

Propose a Toast to Extra Time Leap Day is seen in some cultures as an “extra” day, a gift of time. Celebrate this notion by hosting a dinner party or a simple get-together. It’s a moment to appreciate the time we have and to share it with those we care about.

Leap Day Challenges Engage in a series of “leap” related challenges to add fun and excitement to the day. From long jump competitions to leapfrog games, these activities are a great way to get everyone moving and enjoying the spirit of the day.

Reflect and Plan The extra day also offers a moment for reflection and future planning. Use Leap Day to think about your goals for the next four years. It’s a rare chance to pause, reflect, and set intentions for the future.

Dedicate Time to Charity or Volunteer Work Leap Day is an excellent opportunity to give back. Dedicate the day to helping others by engaging in charity work or volunteering. It’s a meaningful way to spend this extra day, making a positive impact on your community.

Offer Special Leap Day Discounts For those in business, Leap Day presents a unique marketing opportunity. Special promotions or discounts can create buzz and engage customers, making the day profitable as well as memorable.

Leap Day is more than just an extra day on the calendar; it’s an opportunity for unique celebrations, personal growth, and making memories. Whether through parties, challenges, or acts of kindness, Leap Day can be a day of significance and joy, celebrated in a way that only comes once every four years.

Building a leprechaun trap can be a fun and creative project, especially around St. Patrick’s Day! Here’s a simple guide to get you started: Materials needed: 1. Shoebox or similar-sized box 2. Craft supplies (construction paper, markers, glitter, stickers, etc.)

3. Scissors 4. Tape or glue 5. Small sticks or dowels 6. String or yarn 7. Bait (gold coins, shiny objects, candy, etc.)

Instructions: 1. **Prepare the box:** Start with a shoebox or a similar-sized box. Remove the lid and set it aside; you won’t need it for this project. This box will serve as the base of your trap.

2. **Decorate the box:** Get creative and decorate the box to make it look enticing to leprechauns! You can cover it with green construction paper, draw shamrocks, add glitter, or use stickers to create a festive design.

3. **Create the trap mechanism:** Decide how you want your trap to work. A simple method is to prop up one side of the box with

small sticks or dowels to create a ramp leading into the box. You can also cut a small door in the side of the box for the leprechaun to enter.

4. **Set the bait:** Place your chosen bait inside the box to lure the leprechaun. Gold coins, shiny objects, or even candy can work well as bait.

5. **Set the trigger:** To trap the leprechaun once it’s inside the box, you’ll need to set a trigger mechanism. This can be as simple as tying a string to the door or ramp and attaching the other end to something inside the box, like the bait. When the leprechaun pulls on the bait, it will trigger the trap, causing the door or ramp to close and trap the leprechaun inside.

6. **Wait and watch:** Once your trap is set, all that’s left to do is wait and see if you catch a leprechaun! You can check back periodically to see if your trap has been successful.

Remember, building a leprechaun trap is all about creativity and imagination, so feel free to customize your trap however you like!

And don’t forget to have fun with the process.

Happy trapping!

Biden-Harris Administration Time to get your St. Patrick’s Announces $75 Million to Revitalize Coal Communities, Day traps ready Create Good-Paying Jobs in IL SPRINGFIELD, IL — As part of the BidenHarris administration’s Investing in America tour, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Land and Minerals Management Dr. Steve Feldgus and Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Principal Deputy Director Sharon Buccino traveled to Illinois today, where they announced $75.8 million in fiscal year 2023 funding from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to address dangerous and polluting abandoned mine lands and catalyze economic opportunity in Illinois.

During the visit, leadership toured two abandoned mine lands sites that are benefiting from fiscal year 2022 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding. At Peabody 10, funds are supporting work to address acid mine drainage and public safety hazards outside Pawnee, Illinois. Additionally, they met with staff and toured the Springfield Lutheran High School, where mine subsidence has severely impacted the school’s Washington Street campus, causing structural damage to the buildings, including separating walls and sinking floors.

“President Biden’s Investing in America agenda gives us an unparalleled investment and opportunity to address the majority of currently known abandoned mine land hazards,” said Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Feldgus.

“Through these new historic resources, the Interior Department is addressing long-standing environmental injustices, cleaning up toxic and hazardous sites and creating jobs and revitalizing former coal communities.”

“Our mission at OSMRE, at its core, is about making people safer, cleaning up the environment, and encouraging economic development in coal communities,” said Principal Deputy Director Buccino. “What we will be able to accomplish due to the historic investment from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda really is an unprecedented, once-in-a-generation opportunity.”

Millions of Americans nationwide live less than a mile from an abandoned coal mine.

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law allocated a total of $16 billion to address legacy pollution, including $11.3 billion in abandoned mine land funding over 15 years, facilitated by the Office of

Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement.

This historic funding is expected to address the majority of currently inventoried abandoned coal mine lands in the nation, which will help communities address and eliminate dangerous environmental conditions and pollution caused by historic coal mining. Today’s announcement builds on nearly $75.8 million allocated to the state of Illinois in fiscal year 2022.

To date, more than $75.6 million in awards for fiscal year 2023 have been announced to Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Missouri, New Mexico, North Dakota, Texas and Wyoming. Funding is awarded to eligible states and Tribes on a rolling basis as they apply.

AML reclamation supports jobs in coal communities by investing in projects that close dangerous mine shafts, reclaim unstable slopes, improve water quality by treating acid mine drainage, and restore water supplies damaged by mining. It also enables economic revitalization by reclaiming hazardous land for recreational facilities and other economic redevelopment uses, such as advanced manufacturing and renewable energy deployment. As directed by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, investments prioritize projects that employ dislocated coal industry workers.

This funding is a part of the Biden-Harris administration’s unprecedented investments in communities and workers to support an equitable transition to a sustainable economy and healthier environment after the closure of mines or power plants. This effort also advances the President’s Justice40 Initiative that set a goal to deliver40 percent of the overall benefits of certain federal climate, clean energy, and other investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.

These Bipartisan Infrastructure Law AML funds supplement traditional annual AML grants, which are funded by active coal operations. In the 46 years since SMCRA was enacted, OSMRE has provided more than $8 billion under the AML reclamation program to reclaim lands and waters that were mined or affected by mining prior to 1977.

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February 21, 2024

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Speaking Of Seniors

Clients Got Big Refunds WOODROW WILCOX Sometimes, clients get insurance policies mixed up. The agent did not make the mistake. The client did. That is what happened to a couple from Crown Point. Our agency counseled them to get Medicare supplements from Bankers Fidelity Life Insurance Company. But then, they responded to a TV ad from Humana Insurance Company for a Medicare Advantage plan. That kicked them off the Medicare supplement plan. For two years, they paid the premiums for a supplement plan that they could not use.

When we learned of this, we helped them ask Bankers Fidelity for a refund of premiums paid while they could not use that policy. Bankers Fidelity did not argue against a refund. It was a very unusual case. I had to get the facts and present them to the insurance company. Then more calls were made to remind and prod people to do their jobs.

Finally, the refunds came. I want to commend Bankers Fidelity for its fair treatment of our clients. The couple got a combined refund of $13,200 according to their son.

The son wrote a note to me that said, “My parents wanted to let you know they appreciated what you did to get things started.” All the help that I gave this couple was FREE OF CHARGE. We help couples with similar problems to demonstrate that we really do care about our clients.

Note: Woodrow Wilcox is the senior problem resolution worker at Senior Care Insurance Services in Merrillville. He has saved clients of that firm over three million dollars. Also, Wilcox wrote the book SOLVING MEDICARE PROBLEM$ which can be ordered through book stores or online.

Ford bill would give Illinois media access to encrypted police scanner transmissions Illinois State Representative LaShawn K. Ford (D-Chicago) has introduced legislation which would require any law enforcement agency in Illinois which encrypts police scanner transmissions to provide real time access to those transmissions to accredited media in the state.

House Bill 4339 amends the Public Records Act to require that any law enforcement agency that encrypts radio transmissions provide, by license or otherwise, access to those transmissions to FCC licensed broadcasters and accredited newspapers as defined in the Act. Under the Lightford Administration, the Chicago Police Department instituted a program designed to encrypt police scanner transmissions across all police districts in the city.

“I understand the desire to prevent members of the public from using real time police scanner information to commit crimes or to evade law enforcement,” said Representative Ford.

“However, the media has an obligation to report on events in a timely manner and its use of real time information from police scanners is essential. Blocking accredited media from real time access is counter to governmental transparency and does not lend itself to the original stated purpose of the encryption program.”

Representative Ford noted that his proposed legislation would apply to jurisdictions across Illinois. Several downstate law enforcement departments have also instituted encryption programs.

WYROBEK

Rosemary J. “Rose” Wyrobek, nee Morgan, age 95, of Cedar Lake, IN, formerly of Chicago Heights, IL. Born March 7, 1928 and passed away peacefully February 14, 2024. Loving wife of the late Edward A. Wyrobek. Devoted mother of Julianne (Wayne) Thornton, Diane (Rick) Barnard, Barb (Jim) LaBanco, and Donna (Milo Lane) Wyrobek. Proud grandmother of Jimmy (Cheryl) LaBanco, Gary (Daphne) Barnard, Jake (Meghan) Thornton, Andrea (Katie Dankovich) LaBanco, Danielle (Bob) Tolomeo, Erica (Richard) Howard, and Sara (Robert) Murrell; greatgrandmother of Josie Rose, Nora, Jax, Orion, Julia, Daniel, Brent, Wesly, and Felix.

Preceded in death by her parents Albert and Julianna Morgan, and her siblings.

She was best known & lovingly called “Rosie” by everyone including her great-grandchildren. Rosie worked in an office at ICRR where she met her husband Ed. During their courtship they loved traveling by train to softball tournaments, their favorite destinations were New Orleans and Miami. She loved going to the beach, not to swim, but to sunbath with her girlfriends.

Holidays were her favorite, she and Ed would work for days making pasta, sauces, and three meats. Rosie enjoyed crossword puzzles, scrabble, wheel of fortune, those were among her favorites.

But her greatest love, after her husband Ed were her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her beloved pet Sky. Rosie and Donna had a special bond, as they lived together for 50 years. Rosie was loved by her family, friends, and all who knew her and will be dearly missed.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary 23595 W. 223rd St. Springhall, KS 66083, greatly appreciated.

Inurnment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery – Elwood, IL, at a later date.

Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www.

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TUCKER

Donnell Tucker, age 32, suddenly, late of Harvey, IL, passed away Thursday, February 15, 2024. Devoted father of Donnell Anthony Quinn and Mariah Paige Quinn. Loving son of Donnell and Audie Jennings Tucker.

Dearest brother of Amanda, Eliza, Delisa, and Brittany Tucker.

Kind uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Donnell’s funeral service at 12:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt.6/159th St.) South Holland, IL, with Bishop David McCloud and Rev. Edwin Goodwin officiating.

Interment Holy Cross Cemetery - Calumet City, IL. For further information, please contact 708-333-7000 or www.SMITSFH.com

CASAREZ

Leticia Casarez, age 63, of Sauk Village, IL, passed away peacefully Friday, February 16, 2024. Loving daughter of the late Sabas and Manuela Casarez. Dearest sister of Gloria (late Theodore) Dye, Daniel (Dora) Casarez, Maria (Raymond) Arebalo, Martha (Francisco) Roman, Rosalinda (Ronald) Burgess, Juan (Sylvia) Casarez, Monica Garcia, and the late Jose Casarez. Kind aunt, greataunt, and cousin of many who adored her. Leticia was a kind and gentle soul who loved everyone, she especially loved dancing and singing. She was loved by her family and friends and will be dearly dearly missed.

Private family visitation Tuesday, February 20, 2024 from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. with a private family prayer service to be held at time pending at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/ Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.

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PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (MINOR)

There will be a court date in Cook County on my request, KECHIA N. MOORE, to change the names of my minor child, from KIARA MOORE to KIARA REID. The court date will be MARCH 5, 2024 at 9:00am at 16501 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL 60426, in Courtroom 207 via ZOOM Meeting. ZOOM Meeting ID 989-3246-8139.

Zoom Password 089630. Case number 23M6010855.

PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) There will be a court date in Cook County on my request to change my name from MARIE SUZETTE SINDE to the new name of M. SUZETTE SINDE. The court date will be APRIL 15, 2024 at 10:00am at 16501 S. Kedzie, Markham, IL 60428, in Courtroom in Cook County. 208 Case number 23M6010855.

Mrvan Honors African Americans and the Arts During Black History Month Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan read his Black History Month statement into the Congressional Record on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives.

A video of the remarks is available here, and the text of the remarks as prepared for delivery is below.

“It is with great respect and sincere admiration that I rise today to celebrate Black History Month and its 2024 theme – African Americans and the Arts. This year’s theme reflects on the important work of African American artists throughout the country who preserve history, enrich communities, and create empowerment through the visual and performing arts including literature, film, music, fashion, culinary, architecture, and more.

“History has shown that the artistic contributions of African Americans have been minimized, excluded, and even denied. African American artistic movements such as the Black Renaissance, the Black Art Movement, and the introduction of the Hip-Hop music genre, to name a few, have been crucial in bringing about change, equality, and social justice to the African American community in the United States and all over the world.

“Throughout the years, Northwest Indiana has been home to many successful and noteworthy art-based organizations and programs that are truly inspiring. I would like to take a moment to recognize a few of them, past and present, including Vee-Jay Records, West Side Theater Guild, Gary International Black Film Festival, Gary Theatre Ensemble, Marshall J. Gardener Center for the Arts, Glen Theatre, the Morning Bishop Playhouse Theater, the Gary Public Murals and Statues Program, the Miller Beach Arts and Creative District, and the Gary Public Art Competition, among others. For their unwavering dedication to preserving and honoring African Americans and the arts, each organization, program, and its members are worthy of the very highest praise.

“Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my other distinguished colleagues join me in celebrating Black History Month and honoring the countless African Americans who have played such a critical role in enriching our culture through the arts. Let us commend each of them for their profound passion, creativity, and perseverance as they have enhanced the quality of life for all Americans.”

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE OF THE BUNGALOW SERIES IV TRUST; Plaintiff, vs.

DEBORAH KARULSKI; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 21 CH 2152 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 30-20-301-018-0000.

Commonly known as 1451 Burnham Ave., Calumet City, IL 60409.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Ms. Mary E. Spitz at Plaintiff ’s Attorney, Sottile & Barile, LLC, 7530 LUCERNE DRIVE, MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, OHIO 44130. (440) 572-1511. ILF2103025 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3237431

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING

The judgment amount was $54,768.74.

Plaintiff,

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

-v.-

22 CH 08680

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff ’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

18531 COUNTRY LANE

Case # 22 CH 08680

LANSING, IL 60438

I3237929

NOTICE OF SALE

...

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 27, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 18, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact CHAD LEWIS, ROBERTSON ANSCHUTZ SCHNEID CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Plaintiff ’s Attorneys, 205 N. MICHIGAN SUITE 810, CHICAGO, IL, 60601 (561) 241-6901. Please refer to file number 22-014944.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

...

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION

CHAD LEWIS

Plaintiff,

ROBERTSON ANSCHUTZ SCHNEID CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC

-v.BMO HARRIS BANK N.A., UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF THE ESTATE OF NANCY CAMPBELL, DECEASED, JENNIFER SUNDAR, JOHN LYDON, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF NANCY CAMPBELL, DECEASED, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS

205 N. MICHIGAN SUITE 810 CHICAGO IL, 60601 561-241-6901 E-Mail: ILMAIL@RASLG.COM Attorney File No. 22-014944

Defendants

Attorney ARDC No. 6306439

2022 CH 02360

Attorney Code. 65582

15485 MILLARD AVE

Case Number: 2022 CH 02360

MARKHAM, IL 60428

TJSC#: 43-1988

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff ’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 9, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 5, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Case # 2022 CH 02360 I3237518

KEITH SANKEY, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF ARLIND SANKEY, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ARLIND SANKEY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants

Commonly known as 18531 COUNTRY LANE, LANSING, IL 60438 Property Index No. 29-36-306-013-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence with a two car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff ’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

...

Commonly known as 15485 MILLARD AVE , MARKHAM, IL 60428

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC

Property Index No. 28-14-308-018-0000; 28-14308-019-0000; 28-14-308-020-0000

COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

Chicago IL, 60602

One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200

312-346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 22-12493IL Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 22 CH 08680 TJSC#: 44-233

MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff ’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200

COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

Chicago IL, 60602

ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC

E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com

312-346-9088

Plaintiff,

Attorney File No. 23-15138IL_918936

-v.-

Attorney Code. 61256

DELORES WILLIAMS, VILLAS OF SOUTH HOLLAND CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS

Case Number: 23 CH 04135 TJSC#: 43-4084

23 CH 04135

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff ’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

151 EAST 163RD STREET

Case # 23 CH 04135

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473

I3238345

NOTICE OF SALE

...

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 25, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 26, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Defendants

COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST

general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

Plaintiff,

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff ’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876

Property Index No. 29-22-102-024-1053

-v.-

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

The real estate is improved with a townhouse with a two car garage.

SHERRI MCMANUS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF OTIS GARDNER, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, DAMON RITENHOUSE, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR OTIS GARDNER (DECEASED)

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

Defendants

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100

Commonly known as 151 EAST 163RD STREET, SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS

2023 CH 07174

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

BURR RIDGE IL, 60527

14839 COOPER AVE

630-794-5300

HARVEY, IL 60426

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 13, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 19, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 14839 COOPER AVE, HARVEY, IL 60426 Property Index No. 29-07-313-019-0000; 29-07313-020-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to

Attorney File No. 14-23-04882 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2023 CH 07174 TJSC#: 43-4609 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff ’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2023 CH 07174 I3238449 ...

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Real Estate Questions & Answers CATHY & JIM HIGGINS Question: We paid off our $150,000 mortgage balance recently. The houses in our area are on the market for between $320,000 and $390,000. We were told by one of our neighbors that a few other neighbors are upset with us for doing this, because it dropped the value of the homes in our area.

Is this true?

Answer: No. If a home sells for $500,000 it means the owner gets $500,000 in cash at closing whether the home is owned debt-free or the sellers owe up to their eye brows. The $500,000 is then reduced by closing costs, lien pay-offs, etc.

Home values are determined by supply and demand. Easy financing and low rates create additional demand by expanding the pool of potential buyers. That a home is free and clear of all debt does not mean it is less valuable or more valuable in the marketplace.

Question: I’m interested in purchasing a home that’s priced 9 percent above others in the neighborhood. The seller feels the price is justified since they installed a lot of upgrades.

I submitted an offer that’s almost 2 percent

higher than the neighborhood average price, and it was rejected. The home has been on the market for 122 days, is well kept and very nice, but I cannot see how it justifies nearly a 10 percent margin in price over the average.

I want to offer the sellers a fair price for the home, but not overpay. What can I do?

Answer: You are overthinking this. Real estate sale prices are established by informed buyers and sellers. If you don’t want to pay the seller’s price and the owner will not accept your offer, logic and reason are irrelevant -- the house won’t sell and you must look elsewhere. Don’t be mislead by statistics.

Upper-bracket homes, as one example, often take months to sell -- and sometimes longer.

E-mail us your Real Estate questions at Cathyah@aol.com. Thinking of selling your home? Call Cathy & Jim Higgins, Licensed Broker/Realtors in Indiana & Illinois. IN: 219-865-4361 IL: 708-828-3304. McColly Real Estate. Website: www.Cathyhiggins. com. Personal Real Estate Journal: www.

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Does physical activity lessen pain intensity for cancer survivors?

Study shows that higher levels of physical activity are linked with less pain, and to a similar extent in adults with and without a history of cancer.

People who have had cancer often experience ongoing pain, but a new study reveals that being physically active may help lessen its intensity. The study is published by Wiley online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society (ACS).

Although physical activity has been shown to lessen various types of pain, its effects on cancerrelated pain are unclear. To investigate, a team led by senior author Erika Rees-Punia, PhD, MPH, of the American Cancer Society, and first author Christopher T.V. Swain, PhD, of the University of Melbourne, in Australia, analyzed information pertaining to 51,439 adults without a history of cancer and 10,651 adults with a past cancer diagnosis. Participants were asked, “How would you rate your pain on average”, with responses ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst pain imaginable). Participants were also asked about their usual physical activity.

United States guidelines recommend 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes) to 300 minutes (5 hours) a week of moderate-intensity, or 75

minutes (1 hour 15 minutes) to 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes) a week of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity.

Based on participants’ responses, the investigators found that, for individuals who had cancer in the past as well as for those without a history of cancer, more physical activity was linked with lower pain intensity. The extent of the association was similar for both groups of individuals, indicating that exercise may reduce cancer-related pain just as it does for other types of pain that have been studied in the past.

Among participants with a past cancer diagnosis, those exceeding physical activity guidelines were 16% less likely to report moderate-to-severe pain compared to those who failed to meet physical activity guidelines. Also, compared with people who remained inactive, those who were consistently active or became active in older adulthood reported less pain.

“It may feel counterintuitive to some, but physical activity is an effective, nonpharmacologic option for reducing many types of pain. As our study suggests, this may include pain associated with cancer and its treatments,” said Dr. Rees-Punia.

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