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Mayoral Candidate Tiffany Henyard Is Victorious Dolton Mayoral Candidate Tiffany Henyard received the highest vote total in the Democratic Primary held February 23. Henyard is on track to become the first female mayor of the village, which incorporated in 1892 - over 125 years ago! Isn’t it about time for a change of leadership at the top? We think so!

“Thank you Dolton! We won the Democratic Primary but our work is not done yet,” Henyard shared social media. “Thanks to all of my loyal supporters, volunteers and residents of Dolton for this victory. Let’s remember to come out to vote on April 6 and make history in Dolton!”

“I’ve been given the name “The People’s Trustee” and have made it my mission to be a voice for Dolton residents. We need to all come together to put the needs of Dolton residents first. I’m looking forward to reaching out to all members of the village board as well Mayor-Elect Tiffany Henyard as Dolton residents. We can do this if we roll up our sleeves, team up together and all work towards the goal of a better Dolton.” Henyard said.

“The people are ready for change,” she said. “Right now, people are concerned. They are looking for something to uplift them. That’s what I bring, a passion, transparency and accountability. I am ready for this challenge. Please keep Dolton in your prayers and know that brighter days are ahead.”

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In the spirit of teamwork, Henyard put together a slate she called the Dream Team.

The team included includes Alison Key for clerk, who was elected with 54% of the vote.

Two of the team members were incumbent Jason House and Kiana Belcher who also won their trustee races and will help Mayor Tiffany Henyard move Dolton forward.

Please stay tuned for more news and progress planned for a new direction for Dolton.

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Women’s History Month: March 2021 An independent newspaper serving this area since 1957. ©The Shopper 924 E. 162nd Street • South Holland, IL 60473 HOW TO REACH US Phone: 708-271-8971 Web Page: www.myshopper.biz Email: general@myshopper.biz CIRCULATION Published every week covering the towns of South Holland/Thornton, Lansing, Dolton/Calumet City, Munster, Highland, and Schererville.

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National Women’s History Month traces its roots to March 8, 1857, when women from various New York City factories staged a protest over poor working conditions. The first Women’s Day celebration in the United States was in 1909, also in New York City. More than seven decades later, Congress in 1981 established National Women’s History Week to be commemorated annually the second week of March. In 1987, Congress expanded the week to a month, and every year since has passed a resolution (and the president has issued a proclamation) designating March Women’s History Month.

As we celebrate Women’s History Month 2021, we reflect upon advances women have made over the last decade. Women have increased their earnings and education, fields of occupation and continued to live longer than men. Below are stats from Census Bureau surveys highlighting how women’s employment has changed over the years. We appreciate the public’s cooperation in helping us measure America’s people, places and economy.

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166.6 million The number of females in the United States as of July 2019. There were 161.7 million males. In 2010, there were 157 million females and 151.8 million males.

2 to 1 The approximate ratio by which women ages 85 and older outnumbered men in 2019 (4.2 million to 2.4 million) in the United States. In 2010, there were 3.7 million women and 1.8 million men ages 85 and older.

33.9% In 2019, the percentage of women 25 and older who had earned bachelor’s degrees or higher compared with 32.3% of men. In 2010, 28.5%

of men 25 and older had a bachelor’s degree or higher while 27.9% of women had completed this level of education.

79.2 million The number of females ages 16 and older who participated in the civilian labor force in 2019.

This comprises 58.6% of females ages 16 and older. In 2010, 74.1 million or 59.1% of females ages 16 and older participated in the civilian labor force.

81.6% The percentage of female full-time, year-round workers over 16 years’ median earnings compared to men in 2019. In 2010, women earned 78.6% of what men made.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Excel Center Enrollment Application Deadline T he Excel Center, a free public high school for adults, is currently accepting enrollment applications for the next term. Applications must be received by Monday, March 8th for classes beginning March 17th. All sites are following the COVID-19 Health and Safety Guidelines as set forth by Governor Holcomb and the Indiana Department of Education. Those interested can apply online at: www.ExcelCenterHS.org. The application is free and takes less than 10 minutes to complete. New students are encouraged to contact The Excel Center for more information and assistance completing their application. Visitors are welcome from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm any day The Excel Center is open. The Excel Center is a free public high school offering adults 18 years and older an opportunity to earn an Indiana Core 40 High School Diploma (not a GED) and college credit or industry certification. Excel Centers are located in Hammond at: 3438 169th Street (next to Family Dollar), and in Gary at: 4610 West Ridge Road (at the corner of West Ridge and Clark Roads). Classes are conducted by licensed teachers in eight-week sessions and an individual academic plan is developed for each student. Free child care is available and a life coach is assigned to provide guidance on balancing family, work and other priorities. For more information, call: (219) 844-1911 for the Hammond location and (219) 980-6381 for the Gary site.

••• The Italian American Women’s Club (IAWC) of Lake County is seeking women of Italian heritage or you can be the spouse of someone of italian heritage, next meeting Thursday 3/11 at 6:30 pm at Villa Cesare in Schererville, Indiana – we also support Local Organizations and provide scholarships to active member students. We’ll save you a seat! To reserve a spot or for more information, contact: Gina Geiss (President) ginageiss@yahoo.com ••• DISTRICT 205 VIRTUAL FUNDRAISER EVENT Putting Children First District 205 will host its first virtual fundraiser event Friday, March 5, 2021, from 6:00-7:00 p.m., for District 205 election candidates, Ray Banks, Bernadette Lawrence, Stan Brown and Almetta Vasser-Moody. Performances by Local Guest Artists. Zoom link: https://zoom.us/join, Meeting ID: 952 1335 1357 Passcode: 143200. To Donate Now, please log on to our website www.puttingchildrenfirst205.com. We accept Pay Pal, Cash Apps and Checks.

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Habitat for Humanity NWI and Horizon Bank Partner Up in Lake Station Horizon Bank has awarded Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana with a $10,000 grant to build an affordable home in Lake Station.

Horizon Bank Regional President, Northwest Indiana, Steve Kring remarked, “The pandemic has magnified many issues facing families today. That is why Horizon is so excited and proud to partner with Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana to make one family’s dream of owning a home come true. It feels great to be part of something special like this and we are all looking forward to seeing the family’s reaction when they get the keys to their new home.”

“Safe, decent, and affordable housing is critical to the welfare of each and every family. We are so grateful to partner with Horizon Bank, to stabilize another family in Northwest Indiana,” Dawn Michaels, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana. “Every time a family is stabilized, the community grows stronger right along with them. Again, we appreciate the vision of Horizon Bank by making these funds available to Habitat.

The grant will support the construction of a new home in Lake Station for Habitat partner family, Gabrielle and Tyrone Campbell, and their four children. Habitat expects to complete the build this spring with a home dedication ceremony. As an approved Habitat partner family, the Campbell’s have already achieved two of the Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana covenants; a 40-hour financial education course and 300 “sweat equity” hours helping to build their home. Once they move in, the partner family will begin monthly payments on their zeropercentage mortgage.

Gabrielle and Tyrone said, “We are so blessed to have received this opportunity to provide a safe home for our children. It’s been a tough road for us both and we are grateful to Habitat for giving us the chance to create this home and to Horizon to help with the cost of building materials.”

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This is my comfort in my affliction, that your promise gives me life.

— Psalm 119:50

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LOCAL CHURCHES

TO BE ADDED, EMAIL ERICAW@MYSHOPPER.BIZ BETHEL CHURCH

3500 Glenwood-Lansing Rd, Lansing (West of Wentworth Avenue) 708-474-9226 www.discoverbethel.org facebook.com/BethelChurchLansing PASTOR CAL AARDSMA PASTOR SHAUN BUIKEMA WORSHIP SERVICES Worship Services ........................... 9:30 a.m.

CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH

16341 South Park Ave., South Holland 708-339-1133 Info@CalvarySouthHolland.org CalvarySouthHolland.org PASTOR ALFONZO SURRETT, SR. WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship ............................. 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School ............................. 11:15 a.m.

Monday Women’s Bible Study ..... 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday Adult Bible Study 7:00p.m.

Saturday Women’s Grief & Loss Support Group 10:00 a.m.

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................................ 8:45 a.m.

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

MONDAY Prayer…… ...................................... 6:30 p.m.

TUESDAY Morning Manna ............................ 11:30 a.m.

WEDNESDAY Prayer….......................................... 6:30 p.m.

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

COTTAGE GROVE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

16556 Cottage Grove Avenue, South Holland 708-331-0391 www.cottagegrovechurch.com.

WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship .......... 9:30 a.m & 5:30 p.m.

Monday Men’s Bible Study……..... 6:45 p.m.

Tuesday Womens Bible Study……9:45 a.m.

COVENANT UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

1130 East 154th St., South Holland 708-333-5955 www.covucc.org PASTOR REV. DR. OZZIE E. SMITH, JR. WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday School ............................... 9:15 a.m.

Sunday Worship ............................. 7:30 a.m. ...................................................... 11:00 a.m.

Wed. Bible Study ................................ Noon Thursday Prayer/Bible Study ......... 7:14 p.m.

FIRST CHURCH (PCA)

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

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

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

FIRST CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

163rd & 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.

FIRST REFORMED CHURCH

15924 South Park Ave., South Holland 708-333-0622 www.frcsh.org REV. JAMES OORD, SENIOR PASTOR PASTOR COREY BUCHANAN, Director of Mercy & Justice Ministries ANTHONY BOLKEMA, Director of Worship & Student Life REV. DR. RICH GREVENGOED, Director of Pastoral Care & Counseling WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship ............................. 9:30 a.m.

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

KING’S COMMUNITY CHURCH

600 West Route 6, South Holland 708-333-5444 kingscommunity.ch WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School ............................... 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday..................................... 7:30 p.m.

LYNWOOD UNITED REFORMED CHURCH 1990 E. Glenwood-Dyer Rd, Lynwood 708-474-4100 www.lynwoodurc.org PASTOR REV. NICK ALONS WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday .................... 9:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. ..

RECONCILIATION CHURCH

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.

SPIRIT OF GOD FELLOWSHIP

16350 S. State St., South Holland 708-331-1234 sogfchurch.com PASTOR BRIAN KAMSTRA WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship ........................... 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School ............................... 9:00 a.m.

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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

Dolton Public Library promotes health and safety.

Free mask and hand sanitizer (1 per person) at Curbside Pickup while supplies last, Mon -Sat 10:00am to Noon & 3:00pm – 5:00pm.

Lynda/LinkedIn On the Dolton Public Library’s website www. doltonpubliclibrary.org Learn new job skills or just learn some of the basics such as Word, Excel, Access, or Power Point.

Saturday Cooking with Chef Jazzy John.

2pm – 3:30pm. Register for the cooking program by calling 708-849-2385 or emailing lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leaving your name, cell number and email address. The link will be sent to you 1 hr. before the program.

DPLD’s Black Author’s Book Club Meets via Zoom the last Thursday of every month at 7:00pm. Contact the library at (708849-2385) for more information.

Mar. 2021 Book - The Vanishing Half,

by Brit Bennett Creative Bug Learn how to quilt, paint, jewelry making, crocheting, and many other crafty hobbies, free of charge. All that is needed is a DPLD library card and you can join in the classes as often as you wish. Go to www.doltonpubliclibrary. org under Electronic Media Tab. Virtual Story Time with Mrs. Brooks Ages 3 - 12. Every 1st Wed. (10am – 10:30am) To register for the Virtual Story Time go through the calendar of events on our website at www.doltonpubliclibrary.org 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 leave your full name, email and phone number to register.

Driver’s Test Study Go to the DPLD website www. doltonpubliclibrary.org and tab to Youth Services and High Schoolers that leads to Practice Drivers Tests for your use.

Burbio This resource links all the Dolton area community together. Groups that wish to post their events on Burbio should contact: groupsupport@burbio.com Persons in the community can sign up at Burbio.com or download the free Android or IPhone app and follow the calendars that interest you.

Virtual Knitting Classes Dolton Public Library District presents Virtual Knitting Classes. Join us via Zoom on Mondays at 3pm in March -How to Knit: Advanced Beginner Techniques – March 22, 2021.

Call (708-849-2385) OR email at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, cell phone number and email address to register. Zoom link will be sent the day of the program.

Peaceful Poses Kids Yoga with Ann Fields Dolton Public Library District presents Peaceful Poses Kids Yoga with Ann Fields.

Let’s move and stretch to Eric Carle’s “Brown Bear”. Tues. February 16, 2021 from 10:30am to 11am. For Children ages 3 to 5 years. To register call (708-849-2385, ext. 4) or email us at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name or Daycare Name, Phone # and email. A Zoom link will be sent to you Monday, February 15, 2021.

Keep Calm and Coupon Seminar Learn all about couponing and how to save $$$. Will be held every 2nd and 4th Monday from 1pm to 2pm on Zoom starting February 8, 2021. To register for this event, go to lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, email and cell phone number or call (708-849-2385). A Zoom Link will be sent to you the day before the Seminar.

Walk: To Keep Fit & Healthy with Dee McKeith.

Every Sunday via Zoom. Time: 11:30am – 12:15pm CST. To register send your name, email and cell number to lincoln@

doltonpubliclibrary.org or call (708-849-2385) to leave the same information. A Zoom link will be sent to you after registration.

and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. A link will be sent to you the day of the program. FREE.

information on voicemail or email lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email, phone number.

Legal Counsel Thursday, March 11, 2021 (2pm – 3:30pm).

Join Attorneys Tony M. Abou Ezzi and Shunte S. Goss for a virtual discussion of: Powers of Attorney, Adult Guardianship and Wills.

There will be a question/answer session after the presentation. To register call (708-849-2385, Prompt 2 or email lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and cell number. Program will be held via Zoom and the link will be sent to your email the day of the program.

Coffee & Chat Every 1st and 3rd Thursday, at 11am.

Community comes together and talks about what is happening while sipping java. Chat will be held via Zoom and link will be sent out the day of the program. Please call 708-8492385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. FREE.

For more programs, visit the Dolton Library website: www.doltonpubliclibrary.org

Passport to Knowledge.

Every first Monday of each month from 3:30pm to 4pm. To register leave your name, email and cell number by calling (708-8492385) or email this information to lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org The link for Zoom will be emailed.

Virtual Workout Program with Sheena Stinson 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 cell number to register. A Zoom Link will be sent day of the program.

Let’s Play Virtual Uno. Held the second Monday of the month and begins on Monday, March 15, 2021 (4:30 pm – 5pm). To register email us a lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org or call 708-849-2385 and leave your full name, cell number and email address. The Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants the day of the game.

Public Benefits for Older Persons.

To be held in conjunction with Age Options on Thursday, April 8, 2021 (10am – 11am) presented by Ms. Joy Aaronson M.S. Ed of Age Options. To register call (708-849-2385, Option #7) or send an email to lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email address and cell phone number.

The Program Zoom link will be sent to you prior to the program.

Illinois State Treasurer’s Office.

To discuss topics such as ABLE, which is helping people with disabilities to save for their future, ICASH to discover if you have any unclaimed cash or property, bright start which is an Illinois’ 529 college savings plan to help every child achieve. Join us on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 from 11am to 12 noon. Program to be held via Zoom. Link will be sent out the day of the program. Limited to 15 persons so please RSVP early. To register call (708-849-2385) or email at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org leaving your full name, contact number and email address.

Chess Club with Mr. Paul Fritz Chess Coach at Thornridge H.S. Starting March 18, 2021 (6pm to 6:45pm) via Zoom – All levels welcome. To register, go to the Calendar of Events on www. doltonpubliclibrary.org, or email us at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, email and cell number. A link will be sent the day of the program. Call (708-8492385, ext. 4 if you have any questions.) FREE. Senior Bridge Club Every Tuesday, from 4pm to 5pm. Call 708-849-2385 or email at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and cell phone to register. FREE. Virtual Bingo Every 2nd and 4th Thursday at 11am.

Call 708-849-2385 or email us at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave full name, email, and phone number to register. FREE. Virtual Zumba With licensed instructor Yvette Roberts. Every Friday at 5pm. Please call 708-849-2385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. (5pm – 6pm every Fri). FREE. Virtual Line Dancing With “Dawn the Dancin’ Deeva” every Thursday, at 6pm. Please call 708-849-2385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org

Homework Help.

1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month via the library’s CHAT on the library’s website. (3:30pm to 5:30pm) www. doltonpubliclibrary.org homework help for students. Limited to 15 minutes per session OR you can call in for your session at (708849-2385, ext. 4) FREE. NewsBank The Dolton Public Library District has the ‘Chicago Collection’ of newspapers from this resource which not only includes today’s newspapers in electronic form, but also archived newspapers. By using your DPLD library card/PIN to access on our library website, you can read your daily newspaper with all the ads and color pictures, as if you were reading it in print format.

Virtual Beginners Stepping Classes. Hosted by Janelle McGhee. Classes to Start February 3rd and held every other Wed. from 6pm to 7pm.

To register email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org OR call (708-849-2385) leaving your full name, cell phone number and email address.

A link will be sent out on the day of the program. FREE. Word of the Week.

Increase your vocabulary by learning a new word each week. Changes every Sunday on the library’s website. FREE. Printed Tax Forms from the IRS Available via Curbside Pickup [M-Sat 10am to 12noon OR 3pm to 5pm] until supplies last.

FREE. Spring Flowers- Painting with Celery.

Live via Zoom for ages 6 to 10. Date: April 7, 2021- Time: 2pm to 2:40pm. Learn how to make beautiful flowers with paint and celery.

Your canvas will be your very own Chef’s apron to keep. Dolton Library will supply the paint and apron. Parents must supply the celery. To register go to the Calendar of Events at: www.doltonpubliclibrary.org OR email us at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org Leave your name, email and cell no. A link will be sent the day of the program. Supplies should be pickup during Curbside Pickup on 4/6/21. FREE Among Us. Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday, beginning April 13, 2021. (5pm to 5:30pm) Ages 6-12 years.

To register go to the calendar of events on our website www.doltonpubliclibrary.org OR email us at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org Leave your name, email and cell number. You must download “Among Us’ on your device to play. It is free. A Zoom link and game code will be sent the day of the program. FREE Cyber Seniors Meets every Wednesday starting March 24, 2021 – 4pm to 5pm, to assist senior patrons with technology questions and giving them an opportunity to socialize and receive tech help in a comfortable environment. Senior patrons will meet via Zoom and the link will be given out prior to the classes. If interested leave your full name, email address and cell number at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org or call (708-849-2385, Option #3 Reference) and leave the information on voicemail. FREE Basic Technology 101 for Seniors 60+ Spaces are limited and seniors will be registered into a drawing for free rental of Samsung Tablets. Requirements for Rental: Must be 60+, Must be a Dolton, IL resident, Must have a Dolton Public Library Card, Must be registered for at least five Senior Programs, Door prizes for the first 10 to register. To register go to the Calendar of Events at www. doltonpubliclibrary.org OR call 708-8492385, Option #3 Reference and leave the

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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 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)

FREE online Line Dancing with Dawn the Diva, Tuesdays at 6:30pm

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ABOUT COMPUTER CLASSES Due to the Library not having in-house programming we are providing computer instructions through videos uploaded to various websites. Each tutorial will be posted on our website, our Facebook page, and our YouTube page. Upon registering for the class you will receive program links. For additional information, contact the Information Desk at 708-527-3160.

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Lansing Public Library Address: 2750 Indiana Ave., Lansing IL Phone: 708-474-2447 Email: shari@lansingpl.org Website: www.lansingpl.org Lansing Library Live Trivia! (Facebook Live) Every Thursday at 6:00 p.m. Visit our Facebook Page. For ages 18 and up.

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Quick Credit Adjustments MIKE BUDER The spring market is almost here! Potential buyers are receiving income tax returns that in some cases equate to down payments.

However, many first time home buyers seeking pre-approvals are finding that their credit (FICO) scores are slightly sub-par for a mortgage approval.

Unfortunately, a person with a bad credit score is often in this position because he or she lacks the discipline to pay bills on time. Of course, there are exceptions where unforeseen circumstances come into play, such as health complications, or loss of employment.

There are a few things that may be able to bring your score up so that you can either qualify for or secure a better interest rate on your mortgage loan.

Example 1: Distribute debt from revolving credit.

Our borrower, Mr. Jones, has a credit score of 664. He has five credit cards, but his Visa account is almost maxed out. His other four credit cards have relatively low balances.

Mr. Jones moves part of the debt from the Visa account to the other major credit card accounts, thus distributing the debt more evenly over the five cards. This changes the ratio of debt to available credit (which has a 30% impact on the overall credit score) and

Mr. Jones successfully raises his credit score by 20 points with very little effort.

Example 2: Transfer outstanding balances to new accounts.

Our borrower, Mr. Smith, has only two credit cards, but both are pushing the limit of available credit. Mr. Smith opens two new credit card accounts, each with a credit limit of $5,000. He transfers part of his existing balances to the new accounts. While he has acquired two new cards that have no established history, the greater impact is the change in the ratio of debt to available credit.

Ultimately, experts say that it is best to have three to five credit cards, and no more than that. You should keep your balances as low as possible. If you have a credit account with a zero balance, do not close the account.

Instead, make a small purchase so the card shows up as an active account on your credit report, and you will be awarded points for your long-term credit history.

If you are looking to buy or sell real estate call Mike Buder at RE/MAX 2000 708-4184444, E-mail: mikebuder@remax.net, Website: www.BuderHomes.com, or Facebook Friend-request Mike Buder. Your comments are always welcome.

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Americans for Prosperity Launches Campaign Against Lake County Gas Tax Hike Americans for Prosperity-Illinois (AFP-IL) today announced a campaign to educate Lake County constituents on the proposed Motor Fuel Tax that will be voted on at next week’s Lake County Board meeting. The board will be considering a proposal to implement an additional 8 cent per gallon tax on all gas sold in Lake County.

“Some Lake County board members are recklessly pushing this gas tax increase proposal based on the horribly outdated 2040 transportation plan, which estimates a population explosion of 250,000 more people in Lake County by 2040. These board members haven’t done their homework to see Lake County’s population is actually declining, in large part due to the county’s high taxes. Now they want to make the high-tax problem worse, ” Brian Costin, AFP-IL Deputy State Director, said.

The proposed motor fuel tax increase would be the third Lake County residents have faced in the last two years. The proposal would raise the motor fuel tax to 46.7 cent per gallon of fuel. It was just 19 cents per gallon until a little over a year ago when the state doubled the tax which made Illinois’ gas tax the third highest in the nation. 52% of the 2019 gas tax increase is already going to counties, municipalities, townships and mass transit agencies. This is in addition to the additional funding for more state transit projects in Lake County with the remainder of the gas tax and the vehicle registration fee increase.

AFP-IL will be educating residents about the proposed tax through robust grassroots outreach and digital efforts ahead of next week’s county board vote.

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Something Is Missing From Remote Communication Ready for that first one-on-one chat with your boss in 2021?

If you’re like many employees across the country, you may have begun the new year the same way you ended the old one – communicating via Zoom, Google Chat, email, text messages or some other venue where you and the other person were physically apart.

That might work all right for a quick exchange of basic information. But it’s not the best way to handle more complicated information or to build esprit de corps within a team, says Clint Padgett (www.clintonmpadgett.com), president and CEO of Project Success Inc. and the ForbesBooks author of How Teams Triumph: Managing By Commitment.

“One of the fundamental components to successful teamwork is communication,” Padgett says. “If you can’t talk to your team, you can’t be successful. And the key to developing communication is face-to-face, eyeball-to-eyeball conversation. That’s how you pass along complex information and build relationships.”

But what’s ideal and what’s reality don’t always match up. In 2020, many office workers saw less and less of each other in person as the pandemic forced them to work remotely, and that trend could pick up steam rather than fizzle out even when the pandemic is over, according to a Pew Research Center survey.

Pew surveyed people whose work responsibilities could be done from home. Prior to the pandemic, just 20 percent had worked remotely all or part of the time. Now, 71 percent of those workers are doing their job from home all or most of the time. And more than half – 54 percent – say that if given a choice they would want to keep working from home even after the pandemic.

Padgett winces at the idea of remote work as a long-term solution, but says it’s incumbent on managers and employees to find ways to make it work. One way is to understand the communication limitations that must be overcome.

“The way we communicate remotely – with email, text messages, Zoom calls – doesn’t replace face-to-face meetings and the relationships you develop with people when you can sit down in the same room and have a conversation,” he says. “Communication and conversation are not the same thing.”

Email and text messages are a series of oneway communications, not dialogue, he says.

Yes, there can be back and forth, but not in the same way as an in-person conversation. And remote work doesn’t allow those breakroom chats where team members build their relationships and their rapport.

At least for now, though, remote work is a reality, so Padgett offers a few tips and some cautionary advice: Work to overcome technology’s communications limits. Technology is great for a lot of things, but when you communicate with emojis or by using the fewest words possible, your message can be unclear, Padgett says. “If I ask you a question by email or text, and your response is a smiley-face emoji, that could mean any number of things,” he says. “Be honest, how many times have you misinterpreted the tone of an email or a static document?” Skip the emojis in workplace communications and strive to make your communications as clear as possible. Put yourself in the other person’s place. If you received this text or email, would you understand the context without more explanation?

Set up clear, two-way communications. The only way to manage a project effectively is to develop the project around clear two-way conversations, Padgett says. “One-way communications should only be used for simple, clear questions that have yes/no answers or are used to piggyback on conversations,” he says.

“In other words, it’s okay to text or email questions before a conversation takes place or for follow-up responses afterward. Conversations need not be the only form of communication, but they are the most important by far.” While video chats have their own limitations, at least they provide an opportunity to engage in that needed dialogue.

Appreciate technology; value people. Many managers (and others in an organization) may approach communication from a technical standpoint because they want software to be the answer, Padgett says. “But it isn’t the answer, it’s a tool,” he says. “Technically, communications on a project could happen electronically, but if you choose technology over people, your project won’t be successful. While your communications will be fast, you’ll sacrifice quality, clarity, accountability, and, ultimately, success.”

“Conversations force clarity that you don’t get with other forms of communication,” Padgett says.“For nearly a year, businesses have tried to duplicate those face-to-face conversations through Zoom or Google Chat, and that will continue for the foreseeable future. We all need to devote serious effort to making it work. But at the same time, the question we will continue to grapple with is this: Is a conversation conducted on a screen as meaningful and productive as an in-person conversation?”

National Nutrition Month® 2021, Academy Recommends Nutrient-Rich Foods Good nutrition is essential for a healthy immune system, which may offer protection from seasonal illness and other health problems.

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends focusing on food to get the vitamins and minerals your body needs to stay healthy.

In March, the Academy focuses attention on healthful eating through National Nutrition Month®. This year’s theme, Personalize Your Plate, promotes creating nutritious meals to meet individuals’ cultural and personal food preferences. The Academy encourages everyone to make informed food choices and develop sound eating and physical activity habits they can follow all year long.

“There is no magic immune-boosting pill or food, but a well-balanced eating plan that includes a variety of nutritious foods from all of the food groups will help give your body the nutrients it needs to support your immune system,” said registered dietitian nutritionist Wesley McWhorter, a national spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in Houston, Texas.

The Academy recommends obtaining nutrients primarily through food, because multivitamin and mineral supplements are not scientifically proven to prevent disease. They can benefit those who are unable to meet vitamin and mineral requirements through food or have been diagnosed with a deficiency, according to the Academy’s 2018 position paper “Micronutrient Supplementation.”

“To get the most nutrients out of your meals, a registered dietitian nutritionist can help navigate delicious, healthful eating plans that are individualized to meet your preferences.

An RDN can also provide guidance if supple-

ments are needed,” McWhorter said. To find a registered dietitian nutritionist near you, use the Academy’s online Find an Expert service.

McWhorter recommends the following nutrients to help support a healthy immune system: Beta carotene is found in plant foods, such as sweet potatoes, spinach, carrots, mango, broccoli and tomatoes.

Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruit, bell peppers, and strawberries or foods fortified with vitamin C, such as some breakfast cereals.

Vitamin D is found in fatty fish, eggs and milk and 100 percent juices fortified with vitamin D. Zinc tends to be better absorbed from animal sources such as beef and seafood, but also is in plant-based sources such as beans, nuts and seeds.

Probiotics are “good” bacteria that promote health. They can be found in cultured dairy products such as yogurt and in fermented foods such as kimchi.

Protein is found in animal sources such as seafood, lean meat, poultry, eggs and plant-based sources such as beans and peas, soy products, nuts and seeds.

National Nutrition Month® National Nutrition Month® was initiated in 1973 as National Nutrition Week, and it became a month-long observance in 1980 in response to growing interest in nutrition. The second Wednesday of March is Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day, an annual celebration of the dedication of RDNs as the leading advocates for advancing the nutritional status of Americans and people around the world. This year’s observance will be March 10.

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Real Estate Specialists

Real Estate Questions & Answers CATHY & JIM HIGGINS Question: Our buyers had an inspection on our home. They found several things that we were not even aware of. Here is what they are demanding: 1. The inspector found a gas leak by our furnace. 2. There are couple small cracks on our Kitchen Ceramic tile.

3. The GFCI in the garage is not working.

4. There are a few more minor issues, that to us, are just normal wear & tear. We are considering killing the deal. What will these buyers demand before closing? A lower price? We would appreciate your comments.

Answer: Ok, let’s take them one at a time. 1.

The possibility of a gas leak is a dangerous safety issue to your family. Check it and get it fixed. 2. Do you have extra tile pieces? If so, it’s an easy fix. If you don’t, just say no. 3.

A GFCI is a safety issue and a $12 part. Just fix it or call a friend to help. It’s not rocket science. 4. Minor things? You are not being held hostage by this inspection. Buyers are asking you to fix these problems. These are negotiable requests. But, look at the whole picture. Did you receive a fair sales price for your home? Based on the home inspection requests we usually see, yours is pretty

simple. If you just simply kill the deal, how do you know the next inspection won’t be worse? How do you know you’ll get the same price? How soon before you get a new buyer?

The home inspection requests are negotiable. Agree to do a few things that you would like to have done if you were the buyer. You don’t know what a buyer will accept until you start negotiations. Once the home inspection negotiations are complete, there is really nothing else the buyer can ask for that wasn’t written into the contract. Sure, you still need to get through the appraisal and the buyers loan approval, but if your home was priced properly and your buyer had a good preapproval, there is an excellent chance you will have a successful closing.

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.

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5 Ways To End Gender Pay Gap Women have made slow progress in attaining corporate executive roles, but once reaching that level, their pay is typically less than men in similar leadership positions, a new study reports.

A paper from researcher Morningstar, Inc. found that the highest-paid women earn about 85 cents for every dollar their male counterparts earn.

Though the difference has narrowed from roughly 82 cents reported in 2015, a continuing gender pay gap at the top reflects a systemic problem that company leaders need to address at every level of their organization, says Allison Nolan (www.athena.ky), founder and managing director of Athena International Management Limited and author of the upcoming book, Madam Chair.

“The gender pay gap is chronic in most industries, deeply ingrained and too often accepted,” Nolan says. “Talented and driven women who have risen in the ranks despite having a harder road than men deserve equal compensation, but often they get discouraged by the unfairness and gender bias.

“Companies can only benefit by doing something about this persistent problem. Paying women fairly and equally will attract and retain more top talent, strengthen the work culture by creating more trust, and cast a favorable light on your company that will attract customers. But closing the gender pay gap requires a bottom-to-top approach that makes equality a central part of the culture.

Nolan offers five ways leaders and their companies can completely close the gender pay gap: Acknowledge the pay gaps. Nolan first suggests an in-company audit, done by a diverse team, to compare salaries of men and women in the same position, see where the gaps are and why, and then begin addressing the underlying reasons and permanent solutions. “Have people from different departments, not just HR, with male and female composition to identify the factors leading to income inequality,” Nolan says. “Creating awareness and urgency among all is the foundation to solving the problem.”

Enact inclusive hiring practices. “How can you have enough female leaders being paid fairly if you have relatively few females being hired?”

Nolan says. “If you want to build equity at every level of your company, inclusive hiring is where it starts. The problem is, recruiting processes often are gender-biased while relying too much on networks. To bring equity in hiring, some companies may require comprehensive training for leadership about how to eliminate bias.”

Prioritize gender fairness during management training. “To protect against gender bias, which in turn leads to unequal pay, it’s essential to train your managers in a way that shows how gender bias impacts their decision-making,” Nolan says. “Establish company criteria to reduce bias from managers in performance reviews, raises, promotions, and staffing decisions.”

Train women for the C-Suite. Often, gender pay gaps are a trickle-down result of women having little or no female representation in corporate leadership. To change that, Nolan says, “Create an internal management training program and give your female employees a tangible, direct career track to the next level and to top leadership positions. Set quotas and a timeline for increasing women in senior positions.”

Ensure transparency. “The bottom line,” Nolan says, “is companies need to get to the point where equal pay for equal work is not an empty battle cry, but a reality. This happens by being transparent and people seeing the rewards – the money – after the inequity has been vetted.

Tracking pay across gender, race, and other demographic details should be a continual process of due diligence. Discrepancies must be thoroughly addressed. Leaders should be clear about how the company determines compensation by position and what the salary ranges are.”

“It’s time for leaders, their managers, and their companies to lead by example,” Nolan says.

“The gender pay gap won’t end until companies look at the whole picture and realize how women are as important to their success as men.”

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Trending Vacation Habits in 2021 For many travelers itching to go on vacation, 2021 offers plenty of opportunities to get out and go. Whether it’s heading to an outdoor escape or simply cozying up with loved ones while enjoying beautiful surroundings, vacation is on the minds of many.

To identify which trends will shape travel in the coming months, the 2021 Vrbo Trend Report includes data from its global vacation rental marketplace along with survey data from family travelers around the world.

When planning your next vacation, keep these trends in mind: Finding Fresh Air Heading to the great outdoors for adventure has long been a popular form of travel, and that desire will likely reach new heights in 2021.

After a year of isolation and uncertainty, many families are seeking the serenity and escape of the wilderness.

According to the survey, four of the top five emerging destinations for 2021 are near lakes, rivers or streams where families can camp, hike and fish. At the top of the list, Emory, Texas is a mere 1-hour drive from Dallas where Lake Fork offers a top fishing spot for catching largemouth bass, and the area is also home to the A.C. McMillan African American Museum.

Also making the list are the Red River Gorge in Slade, Kentucky, which is near Mammoth Cave National Park, and Abermarle Sound, the gateway to North Carolina’s legendary Outer Banks where bald eagles, peregrine falcons and other storied high-flyers are abundant.

Cozy is King The search for coziness and comfort is nothing new for travelers, and the pandemic has only heightened the need for a place to relax and unwind. Many travelers looking for an escape are opting for cabins and chalets, which provide inviting spaces to make family memories

while also recharging the proverbial batteries.

Typically nestled near mountainsides, forests and lakes, cabins and chalets offer open spaces so families can leave behind the hustle and bustle of everyday life while being surrounded by natural beauty, which has led to an increase in demand for Vrbo cabins by nearly 25% and chalets by almost 20% year-over-year.

Going All Out After a year of canceled trips, families may have found a new appreciation for travel and have a sense of urgency to finally take that dream vacation. When travel eventually returns to pre-COVID-19 levels, many are thinking big 65% of respondents plan to travel more than they did prior to the pandemic, 33% are willing to spend more money than they traditionally would and 54% said they’re more likely to book that bucket list vacation.

Among those willing to increase their vacation budgets, 46% plan to travel farther away, 55% said they’ll stay longer and 48% have nicer accommodations in mind.

A Vacation Do-Over It’s common for families to miss their loved ones and seek to make up for lost time. In fact, according to the survey, families who were forced to cancel a 2020 vacation are ready for a redo. Rather than scrapping their trips entirely: * 44% of travelers who had a trip canceled due to COVID-19 plan on rescheduling the same vacation. * 54% of respondents who want a redo said they were looking forward to going to that destination. * 31% of travelers said the main reason they want to go on their next trip is to spend quality time with family.

Find more 2021 travel inspiration along with the full Trend Report at vrbo.com.

Some people planning for retirement may do most of the right things in terms of saving and investing. But they don’t have a crystal ball and cannot foresee exactly how much money they will need in their non-working years – or for how long.

That uncertainty – magnified by the financial effects of COVID-19 – is one reason why it’s important to always keep the distant future in mind when planning and to consider all options that address those potential needs, says John Smallwood (www.johnlsmallwood.com), president of Smallwood Wealth Management and author of It’s Your Wealth – Keep It: The Definitive Guide to Growing, Protecting, Enjoying, and Passing On Your Wealth.

“Too often, people are siloed in their view of their financial plan rather than focusing on the big picture,” Smallwood says. “Sometimes, it’s because they believe in a pitch that one magic product or investment is going to save their retirement.

“The pandemic causes some people to look for fast solutions, but there is no magic wand that you can wave and save your financial plan. The ‘magic’ that is going to help you is to put multiple products and multiple strategies together in an integrated way that is unique to you.”

Smallwood says those either starting or reevaluating a financial plan should consider these points: Avoid cookie-cutter solutions. Because every person’s circumstances are different, a onesize-fits-all approach in financial planning doesn’t make sense for the future retiree, Smallwood says. “Whether it’s a mutual fund, insurance policy, annuity, a stock option, 401(k), or something else, the truth is that banking entirely on a single product or type of investment is setting you up for financial failure,” Smallwood says. “There are always popular products being pushed, but cookie-cutter solutions don’t

take into account that every client has different financial pressures. Single products are often focused tightly on rate of return, but they don’t look at everything that’s happening in a person’s life or at erosion principles, which are actually taking away more wealth than is being accumulated in many cases.”

Know how to minimize market volatility. Smallwood says having measurable goals and a realistic view are important to success with a financial strategy. And part of that strategy includes understanding and minimizing the impact of market volatility on your money. “One way to make a sense of it all is to know the difference between average rate of return, sequence of returns, and actual return,” he says. “Average rate of return is over the life of an investment.

Sequence of returns is the order in which your investments provide you with a return. Actual return is the actual amount of money gained or lost during a quarter or year compared to the initial value of an investment.”

Don’t get caught up in chasing returns. “Financial success does not come from chasing returns or selecting a magic product or asset class,” Smallwood says. “It comes from having a balanced plan, and then stress-testing that plan for weak areas to see how taxes, feeds, inflation, medical expenses, market volatility, college expenses and other variables can impact wealth potential. People who chase returns typically buy an asset class, or they buy a fund based on its past performance. If it doesn’t do well, they sell it, and they buy the next hot-performing fund. That’s how they fall into the trap that keeps eroding their wealth.”

“To be successful with your retirement plan,” Smallwood says, “you need to keep an open mind, understand your uniqueness, and not follow the crowd in terms of what are the right solutions for you.”

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New Harvey vaccination site will serve community members who need it most State Senator Napoleon Harris, III (D-Harvey) announced Family Christian Center will serve as a COVID-19 vaccination site for Harvey and surrounding south side communities.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted disadvantaged communities, which is why it’s vital that communities like Harvey have access to the vaccine,” Harris said. “Family Christian Health Center already provides so much support to the Southland, and I’m glad they will now be able to provide vaccinations to community members who need it the most.”

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HWB PRESIDENT BOB WISZ INTRODUCES FORMER STATE SENATOR DONNE TROTTER: An old friend of the Hegewisch Community, Donne Trotter, came back to help install the Board of Directors and Trustees of the newer organization along with State Senator Elgie Sims. Wisz and Trotter are pictured here, brimming with good natured banter and give and take about how they became friends some 26 years ago when Wisz approached him to work with the community on a variety of programs, some still in effect today. In a nod to Wisz former profession, Trotter noted that “Doreen’s Pizza was the best I ever had.” Other conversation included the announcement that HBA Treasurer, Doug Nelson will be leaving the organization to go back to Arizona. At that moment Ted Stalnos, President of the Calumet Area Industrial Commission announced his dismay that Nelson would be leaving his organization, CAIC for the same reason, “And no amount of money could keep him here. I tried!”

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Trustees include: Tim Brown, Enterluck Contracting; Jim and Rose Dombrowski, Club 81 Too; Laura Shallow, Royal Bank; Levi Bray, William Powers Conservation; George Tamvakis, Tamvakis Law; Eddue Luna, Los Cantaritos; Tim Spanos, Chicago Pita and Janice Minton-Kutz, Coldwell Banker Realty. Some of the recent updates to the Hegewisch Community by HBA include: Cameras for 133rd and Baltimore; Promotion and Coordination of Covid Testing in Hegewisch; Distribution of 10,000 masks; Seminars o Government Assistance; Provided Security within community during times of civic unrest; Working with the Metropolitan Agency for Planning to create a neighborhood plan; Working toward a “Town Square:” Landscaping and Planting fowers on Baltimore Avenue and HegewischFest. ***

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Get Ready for Backyarding in High Style This Year Backyarding is the new trend that’s emerged during the pandemic. Our backyards are where we eat, work, play, relax and socialize, and the green spaces around our homes have proven to be vibrant places for connection and vital to maintaining mental health.

So how do you get ready for lots of springtime backyarding? You organize your yard and ready your landscaping.

“Take some time to plan out your yard with your family. Once you know the purpose you want it to serve, it’s time to start working with it,” said Kris Kiser, President and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing outdoor power equipment, small engine, utility vehicle, golf car and personal transport vehicle manufacturers and suppliers.

“A well-cared for lawn and landscape provides the canvas for a year-round backyarding lifestyle. You’ll want to get out there with your outdoor power equipment, like your lawn mower and trimmers, as soon as spring arrives, and you want to do it safely,” said Kiser.

He offered the following tips to get lawn equipment ready for spring: Refresh your knowledge. Read your equipment owner’s manuals and follow all manufacturer’s guidelines. If you find a manual online, save a digital copy for future reference.

Look over equipment. Lots can happen in a garage or storage shed over the winter. Check the air filter, oil level and gasoline tank. Watch for loose belts and missing or damaged parts.

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Drain fuel tanks. If you didn’t empty the gasoline tank before storing equipment, drain it now. Fuel should never sit in outdoor

Braidwood Polar Plunge At Home to Benefit Special Olympics Illinois This winter, Special Olympics Illinois invites you to “be bold and get cold” at home for the athletes of Special Olympics Illinois.

Registration is open for the 2021 Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge At Home at www.plungeillinois.com. To support your local Plunge At Home, please visit https://soill.donordrive. com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=847.

The 2021 Polar Plunge season will run through Saturday, March 14. All proceeds collected by plungers benefit the more than 23,000 traditional athletes and 13,000 Young Athletes of Special Olympics Illinois. Donations will be accepted through March 28.

This year, all plunge locations have gone virtual! What does an at-home plunge look like? The options are endless. Please check out our Plunge At Home page to learn more. It isn’t HOW you plunge. It isn’t WHERE you plunge. It is THAT you plunge in support of Special Olympics Illinois athletes. The fundraising minimum is $100 for all Plungers. Participants receive a Polar Plunge hooded sweatshirt. Throughout the past 22 years, more than 84,000 plungers have raised more than $23.5 million.

Plunge At Home anytime now through March 14, and don’t forget to commemorate your Plunge with photos and videos on social media. Tag Special Olympics Illinois on Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: @specialolympicsillinois; Twitter: @so_illinois, and use the official Plunge hashtag: #beboldgetcold.

The more fun you are having the better. You can submit your videos for chance to be a part of our Plunge Recap on March 14.

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Special Olympics Illinois encourages participants to exercise safe Plunge At Home choices. Special Olympics Illinois is not responsible for any injuries that occur while participating in the Plunge At Home option.

GEICO is proud to be the Statewide Presenting Polar Plunge Sponsor. Thank you to Statewide Silver Sponsor McAlister’s Deli.

Thank you to the Special Olympics Illinois Region G Plunge Sponsors: Joliet Park District, Braidwood Recreation, B96, Jams1034, XRT, US99, FOX 32 Chicago, Shaw Media, JC Decaux, The Chicago Sun-Times, QRock, Staradio, and Lee’s Rental.

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power equipment for more than 30 days. Untreated gasoline (without a fuel stabilizer) will deteriorate, which may cause starting or running problems or damage the fuel system.

Protect your power. Use only E10 or less fuel in gasoline-powered outdoor power equipment. Most manufacturers recommend a fuel stabilizer be used, especially if you don’t use up all the fuel in the tank right away. Any fuel containing more than 10 percent ethanol can damage small engine equipment not designed for it.

Store fuel safely. Label fuel cans with the date of purchase and ethanol content of the fuel. If you don’t know the date of purchase, dispose safely of the fuel and buy fresh gasoline. Always store fuel out of the reach of children or pets and in approved containers.

Don’t mix up your battery packs. For battery-powered equipment, use only the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions.

Stash batteries safely. When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery

terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

Tidy up. Clean equipment will run more efficiently and last longer. Clean equipment and store it in a dry place. Remove dirt, oil or grass. Never store equipment in a place that is damp or wet.

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SSC Nursing Program Ranked Top 3 by Advocacy Organization South Suburban College’s (SSC) Associate Degree Nursing Program (ADN) has been named the #3 Ranked Nursing Program in Illinois by RegisteredNursing.org – a nursing advocacy organization. RegisteredNursing.org recently released its annual list of Best RN Programs.

Nursing programs are assessed on several factors which represent how well a program supports students towards licensure and beyond.

RegisteredNursing.org also analyzes past and present first time NCLEX-RN “pass-rates” weighted by year (more information on the methodology is accessible from https:// www.registerednursing.org/rn-rankingmethodology/).

“Recognitions like these are the result of a lot of hard work by our instructors and students,” said Dr. Linda Brown-Aldridge, Dean of Nursing at SSC. “It is even more rewarding and inspiring to see our students achieve success and become part of a workforce that needs talented, caring people more than ever.”

The NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination) for

registered nurses is a standardized exam that each state board of nursing uses to determine whether or not a candidate is prepared for entry-level nursing practice. SSC’s recent graduate success is the culmination of five consecutive years above the annual national average pass rates including multiple 100% passing graduated classes since the program reopened in 2013. The College’s ADN Program has undergone a major transformation, from revitalizing curriculum to providing innovative new student support systems and cutting-edge technology.

“Dr. Brown-Aldridge and her team have really taken the program to a new level since her arrival in 2019,” said Dr. Lynette D. Stokes, SSC President. “We are excited about the opportunity for more significant growth as the pandemic slows.”

Stokes said that South Suburban College is strategically working to increase awareness to expand the Nursing student population with an eye toward a state-of-the-art Allied Health & Nursing Center, which is quietly in development at the Main

Campus in South Holland (email foundation@ssc.edu for more information).

While the next admission cycle closes this March 1st for the Fall 2021 Semester, new prospective students are encouraged to begin their prerequisites as early as this summer by creating a plan with an SSC Counselor. The College also has plans for launching an LPN-RN bridge pathway this year.

The SSC Nursing Program is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulations (IDFPR) and the college is accredited by the North Central Higher Learning Commission (HLC), both critical components to proper credentialing and certification upon graduation. It is a two-year Associate in Applied Science curriculum that provides learning experiences directed by faculty in local hospitals and health agencies to focus on the direct nursing care of patients of all ages.

For more information about Nursing and other Allied Health Programs at SSC, please visit ssc.edu/success or call (708) 5962000, ext. 2260. Email CounselingCenterQuestions@ssc.edu for information about prerequisites and scheduling.

Boys & Girls Club South Elgin Post-Traumatic Thriving Shares Essential Elements for Begins Construction Authentic Healing Trauma has a way of showing up when we least expect it, and society sends many signals telling us that it’s admirable to put on a brave face and soldier on. But our grief is normal — even healthy, says world-renowned expert on disasters and trauma Dr. Randall Bell.

“The hallmark error is to continually dodge the pain. There is a time and place for avoidance.

However, to heal and grow, we cannot doge the pain forever …,” he writes in his new book, Post-Traumatic Thriving: The Art, Science, & Stories of Resilience. “Suffering is our opportunity to stare our moral compass in the eye and deal with the problem in a dignified way.”

Dr. Bell undertook unprecedented research, and juxtaposes outcomes of scientific studies with stories of real people (many of them familiar) who have used their trauma as their fuel to thrive to reveal common denominators.

He divides his remarkable insights into three sections: The Dive Stage, The Survive Stage and The Thrive Stage, and outlines a step-by-step process toward authentic healing.

To inspire and connect with readers who’ve experienced trauma, he shares stories of remarkable resilience, including the following: • A deaf man with a glass eye invented the electric guitar and became a household name, remarkably wealthy and most importantly, happy.

• A convicted murderer took responsibility for the damage he caused, graduated with honors from college, became a minister and turned around the hearts of the most hardened criminals.

• A girl born with cerebral palsy landed the world’s first starring role on national television and spoke at the White House three times.

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eventually found true love and paints stunning artwork.

• The sister of a murder victim helped millions of women in toxic domestic relationships.

• A woman’s car crash resulted in an addiction to prescription drugs, a divorce, a loss of her children and a cot in a homeless shelter. She has rebuilt it all back and more.

• A man set to go to the Olympics had his hopes dashed by Jimmy Carter and went on to build a worldwide business empire.

Ultimately, Dr. Bell documents the science of happiness, as well as the individual styles and common thread that all post-traumatic thrivers have to emerge with a fulfilling life. When trauma hits, your most significant decision will be to dive, survive or thrive. If you choose to thrive, this book is for you.

As an economist, Dr. Randall Bell has consulted on more disasters on earth than anyone in history and is widely considered the world’s top authority in the field of post-traumatic thriving. His clients include the Federal Government, State Governments, International Tribunals, major corporations and homeowners. Dr. Bell believes that “the problem is not the problem — the problem is how we react to the problem.”

Often called the “Master of Disaster,” Dr. Bell is squarely focused on authentic recovery and resilience. His research has been profiled on major television shows and featured in numerous magazines and the international media.

More information can be found at www.posttraumaticthriving.com.

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Among the chief priorities for the Club is the ability to provide warm meals for the students. In addition, volunteers and Clubhouse leaders and employees will work to ensure the programming remains inclusive of basic life skills such as culinary programs and garden programs focused on nutrition, as well as homework and after-school activities such as physical, emotional, and sensory education.

Cathy Russell, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of South Elgin said: “The Boys & Girls Club of South Elgin is committed to enriching the lives of youth in the surrounding area through its range of programs and initiatives. We see a need in South Elgin now more than ever.” She continued, “The COVID-19 pandemic has created uncertain and frightening times for kids and families. Exposed to empty shelves in grocery stores, a 24-hour mounting news cycle, school closures, and job loss leaving many families in a difficult situation, the anxiety felt by youth today is overwhelming.”

The Club is well positioned to prepare young people for 21st century success through its 26 plus years of experience serving at-risk youth in the Elgin area, dedicated social/emotional resilience trainings, mentorship programs, focus on skills development in STEM and the arts, workforce development initiatives, and its strong community partnerships in South Elgin.

Steve Super, the Village of South Elgin Administrator and the Boys & Girls Club of South Elgin Board Member said, “South Elgin is home to over 4,000 hardworking families, many of which rely on public and private services and programs to support their wellbeing. We are proud to welcome the Boys and Girls Club to South Elgin as the first major youth focused non-profit in the Village and look forward to enhancing the vibrancy of this great community.”

Major donors of the Boys and Girls Club of South Elgin include the South Elgin-based Hoffer Foundation and the Wayne-based Wisdom Family Foundation — each gifting $1 million towards the $4.25 million fundraising goal.

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Resilience is key to meeting financial goals SUBMITTED BY PATRICK ZAMKIN You can demonstrate this resilience by answering these questions: What is your specific goal? What obstacle do you face in achieving this goal? How can you overcome this obstacle?

Here are some examples of how this resiliency process works: Goal: Building sufficient retirement funds To build sufficient retirement income, you need to invest in the financial markets through your 401(k), IRA and other accounts. But how should you respond when these markets go through periods of volatility? Your best defense is to remain invested.

If you were to jump out of the market every time it dropped, you’d probably miss out on the rebounds that followed. Also, over a period of decades, the effects of short-term market fluctuations tend to diminish, so while the results of any particular day or week may not look good on your investment statement, the importance of these results may diminish in 10 or 20 years.

Goal: Maintaining steady cash flow Keeping a steady cash flow is essential to meeting your daily and monthly expenses.

So, it’s obviously important that you maintain sufficient earned income. But what happens if you encounter a serious illness or injury that keeps you from work for an extended period? Depending on the length of time you’re not working, you could feel a real financial pinch, so you may want to consider some type of disability insurance.

Your employer may offer a short-term policy as an employee benefit, but it might not be sufficient, so you may need to look at private coverage.

Goal: Keeping retirement accounts intact Ideally, you’d like to leave your IRA, 401(k) and other accounts intact until you need to start tapping into them when you retire. But what if you face an unexpectedly large med-

ical bill or you need to replace your furnace or get a new car? If you don’t have the money readily available, you might be forced to dip into your IRA and 401(k), incurring taxes and potential penalties and leaving yourself fewer resources for retirement. You can help avoid this setback by creating an emergency fund containing three to six months’ worth of living expenses, with the money kept in a liquid, low-risk account.

Goal: Having confidence in your strategy To achieve your important financial goals, you need a strategy – and you need to believe in it strongly enough to keep following it during all types of stress on the financial markets. It’s not always easy to maintain this conviction – less than half of Americans are confident in their abilities to recover quickly from difficult financial situations, according to a new survey from Edward Jones. One way to help gain this confidence is by working with a financial advisor.

In fact, 36 percent of those surveyed began working with a financial advisor in 2020 for help navigating the past year. The importance of receiving good advice became apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic, which brought about a variety of financial worries, such as job loss, retirement considerations, caregiving for elderly parents or providing financial support to adult children.

You will face some challenges on your journey toward achieving your financial objectives. But by being resilient, you can stay on the right road.

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

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Tax Filing Time Is A Good Time To Look Ahead To Next Year With tax time upon us, one message we keep hearing is that you should file as early as possible.

You may recall that last year there were numerous delays in getting tax refunds after the pandemic caught everyone, including the IRS, off guard. If you have a refund coming, the sooner you file, the sooner that refund will make its way into your bank account.

If you’re like most Americans, you also want to do everything you can to reduce your overall tax bill. We all understand that taxes are needed to run the government, but there’s no need for you as an individual to pay more than you owe.

Let’s face it, though. It’s a little late in the game to put into play most steps that can help you reduce your 2020 tax bill. You really need to have done whatever you were going to do before the end of the tax year.

But now is definitely a good time to start thinking about ways you can improve your tax situation for next year. Here are a few areas to consider or understand as you do so: Funding tax-preferenced accounts. One way to save on taxes is by putting money in a variety of tax-preferenced savings accounts such as an IRA, a 401(k), and others. Depending on the account, you can deduct your contribution each year, defer paying taxes on growth, or take withdrawals tax free. In at least one case – health savings accounts – you can do all three.

Since an HSA gives you that triple whammy of tax avoidance, it’s definitely something you want to consider. although there are eligibility requirements you need to meet. Also, unlike retirement accounts, an HSA can only be used for medical expenses. With a traditional IRA or a Roth IRA, you don’t get that triple whammy that comes with an HSA, but there are still significant tax advantages. With a traditional IRA, you don’t pay taxes on your contributions, and you defer taxes on the account’s growth. You do pay taxes on withdrawals you make in retirement. A Roth IRA has different advantages.

You can’t deduct your contributions now, but your money grows tax free and you aren’t taxed when you make withdrawals.

Using a 529 for K-12 private education. Many people are familiar with 529 plans, but often

they think of these solely as a way to save for a child’s college education. But a 529 can also be used to pay for private school in elementary and high school if you so desire. The big tax advantage with a 529 is that you don’t pay federal income taxes on the account’s growth, but you must spend the money on qualified educational expenses and nothing else.

That last point is important to remember and understand because if you use the money for other reasons, you will pay taxes on that withdrawal and you will also pay a penalty. A 529 account is definitely something to consider if you have children or grandchildren and want a tax-efficient way to save either for K-12 or college educations.

Making charitable contributions. Charitable contributions are a powerful tool for reducing your tax bill, and they come with the added bonus of allowing you to make a positive impact in your community or the world. What could be better? Through charitable contributions, you can reduce your income tax, your capital gains tax, and your estate tax. Some people view this in the most straightforward way – you choose a worthy cause that qualifies under the tax rules, and you write a check. But there are other taxadvantaged ways to approach charitable giving. Here’s just one of many examples: You can establish a donor-advised fund, which is a personal charitable account opened in the name of one or more donors and held in custody by a nonprofit organization. How does that work?

Let’s say you sell a stock and, instead of paying the capital gains tax, you place the proceeds in a donor-advised fund. You can claim the full amount as a charitable deduction, but you don’t have to donate the money all at once. The money remains in the fund and can be donated in small amounts over a period of years. All the while it is drawing interest.

These are just a few examples of strategies you can consider as you seek ways to reduce that tax bill. Certainly, all of this is complicated, but your financial professional should be able to help you work your way through the IRS weeds and find what works best for you and your personal situation.

Your future tax-filing self will thank you.

Why An Effort To Reduce Repeat Offenders Is Failing.

When the U.S. government initiated efforts in 2018 to reduce recidivism in federal prisons, the aim was to end the cycle that makes many inmates repeat offenders.

To achieve that goal, inmates would engage in recidivism-reduction programs to earn increased good-conduct time.

But the lofty objectives of the First Step Act, approved by Congress and signed by President Donald Trump, still have a long way to go to live up to their potential, says Christopher Zoukis, author of the Directory of Federal Prisons and managing director of Zoukis Consulting Group (www.prisonerresource.com).

“The Act was a good first step, no pun intended, but where it fails is by excluding too many categories of inmates from various benefit provisions,” says Zoukis, whose firm provides assistance and advice to people already in prison or who are about to be incarcerated.

Inmates within over 60 categories of offenses are ineligible to earn credit toward early release under the Act. For example, certain immigra-

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“If the objective is to reduce recidivism, then It makes no sense to bar sex offenders, violent offenders, and other more grim crimes from this benefit,” Zoukis says. “We should want to promote healing and improved decisionmaking among all offenders, not simply the lowest-level offenders.”

After all, he says, these offenders will be released at some point, and the public is better served if inmates participate in programs that make them less likely to commit crimes again.

With a new administration in Washington, this could be the opportune time to look at ways to improve how the federal Bureau of Prisons operates, and to place the focus on rehabilitating inmates who eventually will reenter society, Zoukis says.

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attorney general, such as: Consider home detention for minimum-security inmates. Zoukis says President Joe Biden should direct the Bureau of Prisons to consider all minimum-security inmates for placement on home detention. “These are inmates who clearly don’t need the control or structure of prison,” Zoukis says. “By allowing for enhanced home detention placement, these inmates can find jobs, reunite with their families, and live life with training wheels until the expiration of their sentences. For them, prison serves no legitimate aim other than retribution and punishment, something they have already realized after a few years away.”

Issue pardons for old offenses. Collateral consequences of criminal convictions hold former wrongdoers back, Zoukis says. If someone has served their time, been released, and maintained clear conduct for a longer period of time, he says, then a criminal conviction only hinders their future success. “Biden should consider blanket pardons for those released from custody and with over 10 years clear con-

duct since their release,” Zoukis says. “For these offenders, prior convictions only serve to harm, not advance any public policy objective.”

Rein in overly aggressive prosecution tactics.

The Biden administration already has taken steps to limit aggressive prosecution tactics by federal prosecutors, but the president could do more, Zoukis says. He says Biden should take this a step further by directing the U.S. Attorney’s Office to bring appropriate charges, not the most severe; recommend sentences that are just, rather than the harshest sentence that can be achieved; and offer meaningful plea bargains, not “ghost” plea bargains where federal prosecutors bring two similar charges with the intention of dropping one charge in a plea, but having the net effect of the same sentence.

“The key with any piece of broader federal criminal justice reform legislation,” Zoukis says, “is that it should apply to the majority of inmates, not a select few that we deem worthy of relief.”

BBB Serving Northern Indiana launches new complaint form Better Business Bureau has announced the release of a new online complaint form at BBB. org. Select BBBs began using the new form in their service area in November 2020. BBB Serving Northern Indiana launched the new complaint form last month.

BBB processes disputes related to marketplace issues experienced with services or products.

BBB Serving Northern Indiana received 5,172 complaints in 2020 across its 23-county service area. This represents a nearly 25% increase from 2019.

The new complaint form, which is accessed directly from a company’s BBB Business Profile, will offer a smoother experience for consumers who will be prompted to answer a series of qualifying questions prior to filing, which ensures the complaint is handled by the proper department.

Additionally, consumers can now upload documents to support their complaint and pause a

complaint and return when they are ready to file. The new system will hold the complaint draft for up to 24 days. For consumers without an email address, the complaint form can be printed and mailed to their local BBB. “We’re excited about the new complaint system,” said Marjorie Stephens, President and CEO of BBB Serving Northern Indiana. “As an organization, we are always looking for ways to improve the consumer experience on our website. Not only will the new form benefit the consumer, it will allow BBB to process complaints faster and ensure the consumer is getting the assistance they need.”

Once a consumer completes the online complaint form, they will be given a complaint number that can be used to track the status of their entry.

For more information, or to file a complaint, visit BBB.org.

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Speaking Of Seniors

THREE BIG PROBLEMS WITH MEDICARE WOODROW WILCOX There are many problems with the Medicare system. I know. I have been fighting mistakes and fraud in the Medicare system for 18 years. I have saved senior citizens over two million dollars. So, I know about problems in the Medicare system.

There are three big problems. All three are caused or allowed by the federal government. All three hurt senior citizens in a big way financially. Here are the three big problems.

First, the Medicare claims communication system breaks down. It disconnects. It is based on a system of internet, telephone, and satellite parts. When the connection is broken, lots of claims or parts of claims get lost. When the insurance companies don’t get notified of Medicare claims, the claims don’t get paid by the insurance companies.

Then, medical billing firms send bills to the senior citizen patients. If no one helps the senior to fix the problem, the senior is hounded to pay a bill that would have been paid if the Medicare system worked reliably.

In my book SOLVING MEDICARE PROBLEM$, I gave my calculations for my belief that this one problem alone is costing senior citizens over one billion dollars per year in false medical bills.

Second, Medicare often does not report revised claim rulings to the Medicare supplement insurance companies. Again, this causes senior citizens to get false medical bills that would have been paid by their supplement insurance plans if only Medi-

care had sent the revised claim rulings to the insurance companies. This probably costs senior citizens millions and millions of dollars per year in false medical bills that they are hounded to pay if they don’t get help to fix the problem.

Third, Medicare has a poor enforcement system. When medical billers send false bills to seniors, it is difficult or impossible to get Medicare to discipline the wrongdoers. A few years ago, over 50 of the clients of our insurance agency were getting bills from a local x-ray service weeks after our client’s insurance companies had paid the bills for them. The medical billing firm was cashing the checks from the insurance companies and sending bills to our clients for the same amounts that the insurance companies had already paid. I caught them. The doctor who ran the local x-ray firm knew nothing about the false billing by the medical billing company. The Attorney General of Indiana was much more interested and swifter to stop the false medical billing than federal Medicare officials were.

Just think. If America gets a health care system based on the Medicare system, it will have all the problems of the Medicare system to cause headaches and financial problems for everyone.

Note: Woodrow Wilcox is the senior medical bill case worker at Senior Care Insurance Services in Merrillville, Indiana. His book SOLVING MEDICARE PROBLEM$ is available online and through many booksellers.

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Nursing Homes See 82% Decline In COVID Cases Indicating Vaccines Working The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/ NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and long term care facilities across the country that provide care to approximately five million people each year, released a report today showing nursing homes in the U.S. have seen the lowest number of new COVID cases since the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) started tracking back in May 2020, suggesting that the vaccines are working.

Recent CMS data shows that nursing homes have seen an 82 percent decline in new COVID cases among residents since the peak during the week of December 20 of last year when there were more than 30,000 new resident cases. In the same period of time, community cases in the general population dropped by 46 percent, showcasing that vaccines are having an impact in protecting the elderly population in nursing homes.

“We still have a long road ahead, but these numbers are incredibly encouraging and a major morale booster for frontline caregivers who have been working tirelessly every day for a year to protect our residents,” said Mark Parkinson, president and CEO of AHCA/NCAL. “This new data showcases just how important it is for nursing homes residents and staff, as well as the general public, to get the vaccine because it is clearly working.”

The report also shows cases have dropped to

the lowest level since CMS started tracking weekly COVID cases in nursing homes last May. Along with the lowest number of new COVID cases, new data also shows COVID related deaths in nursing homes declined by 63 percent since December 20, 2020.

“Though this report brings hope, we cannot let our guard down. We must continue to encourage folks to get vaccinated, especially caregivers and staff,” added Parkinson. “Public health officials must also continue to ensure that long term care residents and staff remain the highest priority for accessing the vaccine, as the on-site clinics with CVS, Walgreens and other pharmacy partners are coming to a close.

“Most importantly, we call on the Administration to review its current guidance to nursing homes on restricting visitors and group activities,” concluded Parkinson. “With millions of residents and caregivers now fully protected thanks to the vaccines, residents must be able to safely reengage in meaningful activities and be reunited with their loved ones.”

In December, AHCA/NCAL launched #GetVaccinated, a nationwide campaign that aimed at encouraging all long term care residents, families and staff members to consent to the vaccine as well as provide credible information to help inform their decision. Last week, AHCA/NCAL also announced the nationwide goal of getting 75 percent of all long term staff vaccinated by June 30, 2021.

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Margarita voted Illinois’ at-home quarantini of choice Approximately one year ago, as most Americans went into lockdown, the inevitable pandemicrelated phrases started popping up all over social media. The ‘Rona’, Blursday and Coronacation started trending among others. However, it was the use of the newly coined ‘Quarantini’ which really took off, not only among regular social media users but celebrities too… Soon enough, hundreds of thousands were not only hashtagging the phrase but proudly accompanying images of their DIY creations. No longer was the Quarantini just a regular martini, albeit drunk at home – it had now morphed into an umbrella term for any homemade cocktail. And it appears that Illinoisans have embraced home cocktail making as much as anyone across the country.

Treatment4Addiction.com, a provider of resources and information relating to addiction

treatment, conducted a poll of 3,500 respondents, and found that the Margarita reigned victorious as Illinois’ homemade quarantini of choice during lockdown. Consisting of tequila, orange liqueur and lime juice, these ingredients are easily available from a local liquor store, which may explain its popularity in the Prairie State.

Other popular quarantinis across America included the Bloody Mary, Mojito and Dark & Stormy.

A progression from weaker alcoholic drinks such as beer and wine to more potent cocktails might be explained by a study in 2020 by AlcoholRehab, which found that nearly 1 in 5 drinkers say they have noticed their alcohol tolerance has increased since the start of lockdown. Moreover, nearly a quarter (24%) admit

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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 PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff,

conducts foreclosure sales.

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 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

-v.-

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

EBONIE J. MOORE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS

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

Defendants 2019CH12863 1491 KENILWORTH DRIVE CALUMET CITY, IL 60409 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 10, 2020, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 25, 2021, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1491 KENILWORTH DRIVE, CALUMET CITY, IL 60409 Property Index No. 30-20-405-013-0000 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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate 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/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-19-10029 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2019CH12863 TJSC#: 41-210 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 # 2019CH12863 I3164539 ...

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff,

pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. 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

-v.-

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 Monday, April 5, 2021 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. 28-14-207-048.

Commonly known as 3334 Heather Drive, Markham, Illinois 60426.

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, OH 44130. (440) 5721512. ILF1903017 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3164680 ...

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

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.

For information, The sales clerk, LOGS Legal Group LLP Plaintiff ’s Attorneys, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL, 60015 (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm.. Please refer to file number 20-093889.

MIDFIRST BANK Plaintiff, -v.CLARA D. CASTLE, MARY EPPS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS

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.

CHARLES MASCHMEYER, JAMEY MASCHMEYER A/K/A JAMES MASCHMEYER, TOM MASCHMEYER A/K/A THOMAS MASCHMEYER, FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF ILLINOIS, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED THE 11TH DAY OF MARCH, 2008, KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 6230, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE TRUST AGREEMENT DATED MARCH 11, 2008, KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 6230, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MILDRED MASCHMEYER A/K/A MILDRED M MASCHMEYER, IF ANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, JULIE FOX, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, MILDRED MASCHMEYER

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

Defendants

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC

15150 MEADOW LANE

One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200

DOLTON, IL 60419

Chicago IL, 60602

NOTICE OF SALE

312-346-9088

Defendants

Attorney Code. 61256

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 23, 2021, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 8, 2021, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

18 CH 12817

Case Number: 18 CH 12817

Commonly known as 15150 MEADOW LANE, DOLTON, IL 60419

17141 GRANT STREET

TJSC#: 41-212

Property Index No. 29-11-420-027-0000

LANSING, IL 60438

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.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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.

The judgment amount was $129,097.92.

Case # 20 CH 4594

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate 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/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. 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.

I3165185

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 19, 2020, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 30, 2021, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 17141 GRANT STREET, LANSING, IL 60438 Property Index No. 30-29-118-004-0000 The real estate is improved with a red brick, one story single family home, detached 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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate 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/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate

E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 20-05563IL_615481 Attorney ARDC No. 61256

Case # 18 CH 12817 I3164600 ...

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of the Sequoia Funding Trust; Plaintiff, vs.

MAGGIE L. HOWARD; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 19 CH 8969

20 CH 4594

LOGS Legal Group LLP 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301

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.

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 Monday, April 5, 2021 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. 28-14-207-048.

Commonly known as 3334 Heather Drive, Markham, Illinois 60426.

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, OH 44130. (440) 5721512. ILF1903017 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3164680 ...

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NEWREZ LLC DBA SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING; Plaintiff, vs.

JOHN (JACK) LYDON AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF ULYSSE MAURY AKA ULYSSE J. MAURY; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ULYSSE MAURY AKA ULYSSE J. MAURY; UNKNOWN OWNERS,

Bannockburn IL, 60015

GENERALLY AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS;

847-291-1717

Defendants,

E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com

20 CH 5190

Attorney File No. 20-093889

NOTICE OF SALE

Attorney Code. 42168

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 Monday, April 12, 2021 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:

Case Number: 20 CH 4594 TJSC#: 41-266

P.I.N. 29-36-201-170-0000.

Commonly known as 17827 Dekker Street, Lansing, IL 60438.

...

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of the Sequoia Funding Trust; Plaintiff, vs.

MAGGIE L. HOWARD; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS;

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 Mr. Matthew C. Abad at Plaintiff ’s Attorney, Kluever Law Group, 225 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 236-0077. SMS000233-20FC1 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3165021

Defendants, 19 CH 8969 NOTICE OF SALE

5 Tips For 2021 Graduates To Prepare For A Fiercely Competitive Job Market Colleges may return to normalcy in a few months as the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines continues. Meanwhile, in sharp contrast to that positive news, millions of college students will graduate this spring facing bleak employment prospects.

The COVID-19 pandemic caused unemployment to soar in 2020 and is expected to affect the job market for graduates again this year.

Some labor analysts see the pandemic perhaps having this ripple effect on graduates for years to come. These sobering trends are why students should expand their preparation for the job market and know what action steps they need to take, says Vince Thompson (www. meltatl.com), founder and CEO of the marketing agency MELT and author of Building Brand You: How To Use Your College Experience To Find And Win Your First Job. “Thanks to COVID-19, if you’re in college right now or recently graduated, you’re facing the toughest job market in our lifetime,” Thompson says. “With so many people unemployed and displaced, people will be willing to take a lesser job for a lesser salary just to get back in the market.

“To use a fishing analogy, it’s going to take a lot of casts to get a few bites for interviews and ultimately land the job. But don’t let that discourage you. Instead, let it inspire you to grow and learn what you need to know to set yourself apart from other candidates. It’s all about

positioning yourself by building your resume, brand, and your network. And being enthusiastic about the process.”

Thompson suggests the following tips for soonto-be graduates as they prepare for a fiercely competitive job market: Build your brand. The job market is so competitive that companies are looking for far more than candidates with a high GPA. “Hiring managers often seek well-rounded young people who can communicate, collaborate and create,” Thompson says. “They’re looking for people who have been active outside the classroom as well – in clubs, the community, volunteer work, etc. All of these aspects are part of your brand.

Also, the new litmus test in the job market will be, ‘What did you do to improve yourself and others during COVID? Or did you do nothing and feel sorry for yourself?’ Employers are going to be looking for those intangibles.”

Organize your marketing playbook. “Utilizing a complete marketing playbook means leveraging your abilities and interests on social media platforms,” Thompson says. “This is where you display your public brand. Your profile, posts, photos, and videos reflect what you’re about.

It’s key that your presentation and message are consistent on each platform that you use.”

Expand your networking. “Today, about 75 percent of new hires happen through networking,” Thompson says. “Build a target list of people to contact at companies that are hiring. Join

discussion groups on LinkedIn that can expand your contacts and your knowledge. Connect with thought leaders and ask them questions to gain insight.”

Upskill. “Companies want young people who are versatile and able to learn new skills quickly,” Thompson says. “Research skills required in fields that you’re pursuing and get credentialed through online training programs.

If opportunities are far fewer in your chosen field, research where your best skills apply in other industries.”

Prepare for virtual interviewing. “When you interview in person, your body language, enthusiasm, handshake and small talk help build a connection with the interviewer,” Thompson says. “Being interviewed on a screen demands that you be fully engaged, establish a rapport, have continual eye contact and express yourself clearly.”

“How you stand out from the crowd has always been the differentiator in hiring,” Thompson says. “It’s much a bigger crowd now for fewer jobs, so the importance of preparation in all facets has never been more important.”

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HARP-WILL CLEANING INC. has several openings for experienced, dependable Home/Office Cleaners with a track record of excellent service. We offer competitive pay. Contact us at info@ harpwillcleaning.com or 708-855-4294.

SOLID OAK TABLE AND BUFFET six chairs included, cost $475.00 for both. Cash and carry. Please call leave message (312) 730-0749 2009 CHEVY MALIBU lt one owner w/sunroof 96k miles looks & rides good $5800.00 2003 honda odyssey with rear entertainment 117k miles in nice condition $3500.00 2005 ford focus 4door gas saver 107k miles $2500.00 call 708-474-0957

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B&B LAWN/SNOWPLOWING SERVICES LLC Looking for a Crew Leader and assistant Crew Leader: qualifications: Valid Drivers License, able to operate Zero Turnaround.

Standup Shag Lawnmower, and weedwacker. Shrub trimming a plus. Seeking Lawn & Landscaping Professional Contact: Maria (708770-9410

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A funeral service for Stanley “Ski” Walter Szykowny Sr. was held Saturday, March 6, 2021 at Smits Funeral Home in Dyer, IN with Rev. Charles Niblick officiating.

Mr. Szykowny was born October 29, 1944 and passed away March 2, 2021. Husband of Jean Sykowny, nee Nelson. Father of Stanley “Ski” (Kelly) Szykowny Jr. and Kristin (Aaron) Scamehorn.

Grandfather of four. Greatgrandfather of two. Brother of Joan Kaminski, late Jack (Celine) Szykowny and the late Mary Lucas. Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home – Dyer, IN.

KONVALINKA

A visitation for Timothy F. Konvalinka, was held Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at Smits Funeral Home in Dyer, IN. Mr. Konvalinka was born March 26, 1960 and passed away February 28, 2021.

Husband of Lisa Konvalinka, nee Braun. Father of T.J. (fiancée Megan Kirn) Konvalinka and the late Matthew Konvalinka.

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Brother of Linda (Tom) Gozdecki and Jim (Pat) Konvalinka. Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home – Dyer, IN.

BIERZYCHUDEK

A Funeral Mass for Margaret “ Marge” Bierzychudek will be held on March 11 th at St. Stephen Deacon and Martyr Church with Rev. Tom Bernas officiating.

Mrs. Bierzychudek was born June 11, 1924 and died March 6, 2021.

She was the wife of the late Stanley F. Bierzychudek; mother of Cheryl (Dennis) Sendera and Kenneth (Susan) Bierzychudek; grand mother of 6, great-grand mo ther of 12 and great-greatgrand mother of 5; preceded in death by 13 siblings; aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service).

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WOLFF

A memorial service will be held for Kathryn Jean Wolff, nee Elzinga at a later date. Mrs. Wolff was born January 16, 1953 and passed away March 4, 2021. Wife of James Wolff. Mother of Kara Wolff (Jeffrey Swigart), Annaliese Wolff (Jake Cusack), and Laura Wolff (Adam Claus). Grandmother of six. Sister of Tom (Beverly) Elzinga, Mary (Tom) Smith, Tim (Lynne) Elzinga, Jane (David) Martin, and Julie (James) Dees. Arrangements entrusted to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home in South Holland, IL.

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“Backyarding” Predicted To Become Permanent Trend “Backyarding,” the new trend to move many indoor activities--from working in an office or classroom to dining and recreation--to the great outdoors, is growing. Under pandemic conditions, yards and other managed landscapes became a safe haven for social gatherings, celebrating milestones/holidays, working, studying, playing, exercising, relaxing.

“Your own backyard is nearly limitless with possibilities, and homeowners got really creative as they expanded and enjoyed their yards over the last year,” said Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) and the TurfMutt Foundation. “We predict, long after the COVID-19 pandemic passes, our yards will become an even greater part of our lives. The notion of ‘backyarding’ is here to stay.”

In 2020, home improvements – many of them in the backyard – skyrocketed. So did the demand for outdoor power equipment as homeowners invested in making their outdoor spaces fabulous, functional and flourishing.

Overall, shipments of outdoor power equipment increased 16 percent in 2020.

“Expect people to continue to invest in their outdoor life this coming spring,” said Kiser.

“Many homeowners who put time and effort into their landscapes last year will be rewarded when that yard comes back to life this spring.

But, even if you did little last year, it’s never too late to start – just start.”

Here are some ways to bring more “backyarding” into your life: 1. Invest in your yard. Design a dream lawn and garden. Consider its purpose. Don’t design just for aesthetics. Do you have kids and pets who need a place to play? Will you be hosting safe gatherings? Do you need a place for rest and relaxation and/or games and recreation?

2. Get the whole family involved. Create a game or a friendly competition with your family to help identify all the ways you can move your indoor life to the great outdoors - and right out your backdoor. Can you take

office calls and video meetings to the patio or porch? Can your kids do their online learning outdoors? How often can you take dining outside? Keeping safety in mind, can you gather outdoors for family celebrations, birthdays, graduations and reunions?

3. Plant something—as early as you can. (Or plant more). Adding trees, bushes, grass and flowering plants is a good yard investment, but they often take time to grow. Plant as early as recommended so you can enjoy the benefits faster. Just remember ”right plant, right place.”

Location, maintenance, sunlight and watering needs should all be considered, as well as your climate zone.

4. Stretch winter-weary muscles. Take workouts, yoga classes and meditation sessions outdoors. You also can let off some steam by mowing the grass, trimming the hedges, or edging the lawn. Working in the yard not only helps our living landscapes look better and stay healthy, it also gives us a sense of accomplishment and control in trying times.

5. Plan a staycation. A make-shift “resort” or vacation spot could be just out your back door.

Pitch a tent, build a campfire, hang a sheet between trees to make a movie screen, set up games – these are just a few ideas to make the backyard a vacation spot.

6. “Level up” nature care. Add flowering plants, trees and shrubs to give wildlife and pollinators food and shelter. Your yard is part of the larger ecosystem, so check your climate zone for landscaping options that support your birds, bees, butterflies and other wildlife. Don’t forget to take time to just sit and drink it in, observing the wildlife and nature around you.

Research shows simply spending time in nature – which starts in your backyard – is good for reducing stress, boosting heart health, boosting Vitamin D levels, and enhancing memory. Thanks to the family yard, the health and well-being benefits of being outside are just a few steps away.

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