The Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra Celebrates 25 Years with Maestro Kirk Muspratt
The Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra is celebrating Maestro Kirk Muspratt’s 25th Year with the Symphony with a party, Thursday, May 1, 2025, at 6 pm at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts . The party will feature entertainment, plus heavy hos d’oeuvres, desserts, and an open bar. For a quarter of a century, Kirk’s passion has elevated our community through inspiring performances, enlightening music education, and his unwavering commitment to the Youth Orchestra.
“Northwest Indiana has been my artistic home for the past 25 seasons,” Maestro Muspratt said.
“From my humble start performing in a sheep barn in Newton County, I thank you for welcoming this
Canadian musician into your lives, and I hope that I have contributed something of quality, beauty, and joy to yours.”
The party will feature the unveiling of a new South Shore Line poster featuring Kirk, sponsored by Mechanical Concepts, Inc., live performances by Symphony and Youth Orchestra musicians, delicious appetizers, desserts, and an open bar, and surprises throughout the evening to make it unforgettable.
Tickets for the party are $80 for individuals, with upgraded sponsorship packages available.
Call the Symphony office at (219) 836-0525 or visit the website at www.NISOrchestra.org/kirk25 to RSVP for the party!
The Importance of National Counseling Awareness Month
The American Counseling Association (ACA) designates April as Counseling Awareness Month to highlight the important role counselors play in promoting mental health and well-being. This month-long observance raises awareness, promotes mental health, and recognizes the contributions of school counselors, substance abuse counselors, and mental health counselors.
In recent years, we have seen an increase in people seeking mental health treatment. According to the latest data from the CDC, released in December 2024, the percentage of adults who received mental health treatment in the past 12 months increased from 19.2% in 2019 to 23.9% in 2023.
One goal of Counseling Awareness Month is to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health treatment. Many people perceive seeking help as a sign of weakness or something only for those with severe issues, leading to self-imposed barriers and fear of judgement. Other misconceptions include the belief that people with mental illness are scary or incompetent, that mental health issues are a character flaw, and people with mental health issues are dangerous.
Another reason to recognize Counseling Awareness Month is that research shows most people who die by
suicide have a diagnosable and potentially treatable mental health condition. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention lists mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and others as leading risk factors that increase the chance that a person may try to take their life. An article published in the National Library of Medicine in January 2022 stated that the majority of people who die by suicide have never seen a mental health professional.
So, how can we overcome the stigma of seeking mental health treatment? NAMI recommends openly talking about mental health, educating yourselves and others, recognizing that mental health conditions are as real and treatable as physical illnesses, showing compassion for those with mental illness, being honest about treatment, and seeking help from family and friends.
The Jason Foundation (JFI) is another valuable resource to learn how to help a friend or loved one who may be suffering from a mental health condition. JFI is dedicated to the prevention of youth and young adult suicide through educational and awareness programs. For more information or to find the closest Affiliate Office, visit www.jasonfoundation.com.
Remember to Forgive, Forget, and Love
by Janice R Newman
On Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 7:11 AM my father, David Williams, passed away in Dyer, Indiana after an extended hospital stay. My family has been going through the normal process of grieving, questioning, and planning a funeral. It brings awareness to truly how short life is along with the importance of forgiveness, forgetting, and loving the people in your life. Every day there are hundreds to thousands of people that don’t wake up to see today.
Take every day with appreciation for the life you have. Moments with loved ones are precious, however we often take these moments for granted. We seem to think that there’s always enough time to make that call, to visit, and to say, “I love you”. Unfortunately, when reality hits home, you’re reminded that time is not promised to anyone. Losing a parent forces us to focus on what really matters. We are reminded in the Bible with Matthew 54 (NIV) Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Therefore, we must stay strong and supportive of relatives during times
of sorrow.
Life is too short to live with regrets of not forgiving, not forgetting, and not saying “I love you” to a loved one. Sometimes, we are prevented from embracing and appreciating people. Forgiveness is important to help us to let go of resentment, past hurts, and pain, be grateful for family, and find time for joy and love. Letting go of anger and hostility can mend relationships and bring peace. Rehashing the past prevents us from letting go and limits growth in our lives. Every day live with appreciation for the life and relationships you have. Communicate with the people who mean the most to you by talking, writing, or hugging the people that who the most. Because you’ll never know when the time will come to say goodbye so cherish the time you have with those you love. Life is short, use every moment to the fullest. Y? Why Not! Subscribe to our YouTube page at bit.ly/ywhynotshow Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ ywhynotshow/
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Question: My real estate agent wants me to lower our price when the house across the street, which is just like mine, sold for $10,000 more. We have been on the market for 3 months. I don’t feel I should have to do this. Your opinion?
Answer: After receiving your Email, I requested that you send us your address so we could look at your listing . After reviewing your home and what has sold in your neighborhood, we have some thoughts.
This question comes up all the time and it’s always the home seller blaming the realtor. In this case your realtor is right.
Here are the facts: Based on the pictures taken of your home and checking the pics of the house across the street that sold, I can tell you that you are in need of $20,000+ worth of updates to even compare to your neighbors. That’s why your neighbors home sold for top dollar….it was in top condition.
Buyers are not stupid. They realize to get your home in move in condition they will need to pay for updates and remodeling. Why would they pay top market value for a home that needs $20,000 + worth of upgrades?
Buyers don’t care what you think your home is worth. They compare properties and buy the home they like best and is the best value. Homes in top condition will always sell faster and for more money. It’s common sense. Here is some advice. If you want your home to look more appealing without updating it, Lower the Price!
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The financial markets always go through periods of instability. And we may see more of that now, given concerns about tariffs, inflation and the economy. As an investor, how can you deal with this volatility?
Some investors try to take advantage of market ups and downs by attempting to follow the age-old advice to “buy low and sell high” — that is, they seek to buy stocks when they feel prices have bottomed out and they sell stocks when they think the market has reached a high point. In theory, this is a great idea, but in practice, it’s essentially impossible, because no one can really predict market highs and lows.
Rather than trying to anticipate highs and lows, your best strategy for coping with the price fluctuations of the financial markets is to diversify your investment portfolio by owning a mix of stocks, bonds and other types of securities. Different types of financial assets can move in different directions at any given time — so, for example, stocks may be up while bonds are down, or vice versa. If you only owned one of these types of assets, and the market for that asset class was down, your portfolio could take a bigger hit than if you owned a variety of asset types.
And you can further diversify within individual asset categories. Stocks can be domestic or international, largecompany or small-company — and these groupings can also move in different directions at the same time, depending on various market forces. As for bonds, they too don’t always move in a uniform direction, or at least with the same intensity — for instance, when interest rates rise, bond prices tend to fall, but longer-term bonds may fall more than shorter-term ones, which are closer to maturity with fewer interest payments remaining. Conversely, when rates are falling, longer-term bonds may be more attractive because they lock in higher yields for a longer time. Consequently, one diversification technique for bonds is to build a “ladder” containing bonds of varying maturities.
Some investments, by their nature,
a nice note a little before Christmas 2024. Here is the message in that note.
Dear Woody, As we’ve aged, I’ve found a need for help. Thank you for so many years of such reliable explanations and advice. Your fabulous service over the years has been unbelievable. We’ve sent so many grateful referrals to the best – you.
The service that I do is finding problems and the source of problems with Medicare related medical bills that are flawed and cause senior citizens aggravation and financial harm. I know how to challenge such bills. I just help seniors to reduce or cancel the bills that never should have been sent to them.
PATRICK ZAMKIN
are already somewhat diversified. A mutual fund can contain dozens, or even hundreds, of stocks, or a mixture of stocks and bonds. And different mutual funds may have different investment objectives — some focus more on growth, while others are more incomeoriented — so, further diversification can be achieved by owning a mix of funds.
Furthermore, some investors achieve even greater diversification by owning alternative investments, such as real estate, commodities and cryptocurrencies, although these vehicles themselves are often more volatile than those in more traditional investment categories.
While a diversified portfolio is important for every investor, your exact level of diversification — the percentages of your portfolio devoted to stocks, bonds and other securities — will depend on your individual risk tolerance, time horizon and financial goals. You may want to consult with a financial professional about creating the diversified investment mix that’s right for your needs.
Ultimately, while diversification can’t guarantee profits or protect against all losses, it can help you reduce some of the risks associated with investing and better prepare you to deal with the inevitable volatility of the financial markets — two key benefits that can help you over the many years you’ll spend as an investor.
You must evaluate whether a bond or CD ladder and the securities held within it are consistent with your investment objectives, risk tolerance and financial circumstances. Including callable bonds may increase the interest rate risk of a bond ladder. Bonds may be called prior to maturity, which could result in lower yields with new investments.
This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Patrick Zamkin, located at 18735 Dixie Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430. Contact us at (708) 798-9066. Edward Jones. Member SIPC.
In March 2003, I helped my friend Fred Ulayyet for one day at his office. He discovered that I knew how to protect his clients from bad billing better than he did. He thought about it for a few weeks. Then, he hired me to do that and help in other ways around his insurance agency.
So, I accept nice comments and credit
for doing good work in that area. But I give credit to Fred Ulayyet for realizing that I had this talent and hiring me to help his clients.
Seniors need help to correct Medicare related medical bill problems. When I started helping clients of Fred Ulayyet’s insurance agency, we had a little over 2,000 clients, one office, and three agents. Now, we have over 22,000 clients, five offices, a dozen agents, and a dozen staff. My work was not the only reason this agency grew. Everyone at the agency worked hard and helped build our reputation as an insurance agency that really cares about every client.
Note: Woodrow Wilcox is the senior medical bill case worker at Senior Care Insurance Services in Merrillville, Indiana. He has saved clients of that firm over three million dollars by fighting mistakes and fraud in the Medicare medical billing system. Also, Wilcox wrote the book SOLVING MEDICARE PROBLEM$ which can be ordered through book stores or online.
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Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: M25000297 on MARCH 18, 2025 under the assumed business name of TASTE OF TAHINI (which is a Cottage Food Operation) with the business located at 2150 N LINCOLN PARK W CHICAGO, IL 60614. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) are RUTH GOODMAN, 2150 N LINCOLN PARK W, CHICAGO, IL 60614, USA
PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT)
There will be a court date in Cook County on my request to change my name from JEREMIAH KRISTEN TUCKER BRYANT to the new name of SIMPLE SAMA. The court date will be MAY 2nd, 2025 at 10:30am at 50 W Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA. Case number 2025CONC000602
Do you have faith?
Heart Smart
JOSH BOOTSMA
The Bible tells us it is faith alone in Jesus Christ that saves, but what does that mean and how do we know if we have it?
I’ve heard it said that faith has three steps: cognition, conviction, and confidence.
Think for a moment of an alien that comes to earth and has never seen a stool before.
To explain a stool to him, you’d start by describing the materials it’s made out of and how its construction allows it to support a large amount of weight without collapsing. Slowly, the alien begins to understand what the stool is. That’s cognition.
Then, you sit on the stool and it doesn’t collapse. You stand and jump on it and it remains solid. You explain that you’ve sat on this stool for years, and it’s always supported your weight. The alien believes you, and believes in the stool’s ability to hold weight. He now has conviction.
The last step is confidence. The alien won’t be fully confident in the stool until he has sat on it himself. He does so and
it holds him. He now has confidence. With cognition, conviction, and confidence, the alien now has a wellrounded faith in the stool.
Where are you at in your faith? Are you cognizant of what Jesus Christ has accomplished? Do you know that He bled and died so that you and I can be saved from the punishment our sins deserve? That’s step one.
Do you believe that Jesus died for you? Are you convicted of your sin and truly believe that He can save you? That’s step two.
Have you lived your life in reliance upon God and His promises for you? Have you plunged into the depths of Jesus Christ’s love for you? Do you trust that God truly knows you and has a plan for your life? That’s the final step.
A 3-C faith is beautiful, and more than your faith in a stool, your faith in Jesus is a relationship — a beautiful, loving relationship. The Lord will help you develop your faith if you only ask.
Josh Bootsma Member,
Covenant Fellowship Church cfcsh.org
Homewood Self Storage located at 501 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL 60430 (773-974-8797) intends to hold an auction of the goods stored in the following units in default for non-payment of rent: Jeremy Farris - Units 14A and 152; Auctions will be conducted online on www.bid13.com and will conclude at 9AM CST on April 14, 2025.
PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT)
There will be a court date in Cook County on my request to change my name from RENISHA PATRICE BRITTMAN to the new name of RENISHA PATRICE HAWKINS. The court date will be April 15th at 9:00am at 16501 S. Kedzie Markham, IL, in room 208. Join via ZOOM Meeting. ZOOM Meeting ID 989-3246-8139 Zoom Password 089630. Case number 24M6013160
Marie H. Maltase, nee Rumish, age 89, of Crete, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2025. Beloved wife of Richard J. Maltase. Loving mother of Timothy Maltase and the late Leslie (late Robert) Mendel. Dearest sister of Thomas (Jean) Rumish. Preceded in death by her parents Alexander and Joann Rumish. Marie was loved by many and will be dearly missed. Private services were held. Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home – Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact 219-3227300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com
William Joseph Van Allen, age 69, of Cedar Lake, IN, formerly of South Holland, IL. Entered into rest peacefully March 27, 2025 and was born into life June 3, 1955 in Chicago, IL. Loving husband of Patti Maksoudian, nee Tallman, married on February 16, 2018 in Crown Point, IN. Beloved father of Jennifer Van Allen (Jorge Calvente), Timothy Van Allen, and William Van Allen Jr. His most special treasure was his granddaughter, Celeste Ivy Calvente. Dear brother of Kathleen (late Robert) Kalmes of Dyer, IN, Joseph Van Allen of Schererville, IN, the late Janet Van Allen, and late Timothy Van Allen. William was previously married to Debbie Kortum Patten. He will also be dearly missed by his nephews, cousins, extended family, and many friends that he has made over the years. Preceded in death by his parents William L. and Margaret G. (nee Anderson) Van Allen.
William was raised in South Holland Illinois and attended St Jude the Apostle Grammar school, Mendel Catholic High School and graduated from Thornton Township High School in 1974. He worked for 14 years for South Holland Public Works and as a firefighter paramedic in the South Holland Fire Department. Later he was employed with DeYoung Furniture as a warehouse manager. His last position was as a courier for Rubino, Rubin, Crosmer and Polen law firm in Dyer Indiana, he retired in 2020. He has lived in the Cedar Lake community since 2012. William enjoyed fishing and hunting with his sons, watching and attending Cubs, Chicago Bears, and
Blackhawks games, as well as traveling with his family for vacations.
Visitation Thursday, April 3, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/ Pleasant Springs Ln.) Dyer, IN. Inurnment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donations in William’s name to the Hospice of the Calumet Area, appreciated.
David Earl Hawkins Caldwell Williams of Steger, IL, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025, in Dyer, Indiana. He was born December 6, 1946, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the late Rev. Jimmy A. Williams (Adopted Father) and Mildred Ruth (Hawkins). Also (father) Rev. Conway Caldwell and (adopted mother) Mary Francine Caldwell.
David’s family moved to the South Side of Chicago, IL in 1955.
He grew up in a family dedicated to God with his father being a reverend, they regular attended church. His mother was dedicated to raising the family and providing a loving home. They had a large family with their mother having 9 children.
David attended Wendell Philips Academy High School. He married his sweetheart, Katherine Mary (Smith) November 1966.
Shortly later, the family began to grow. They purchased their first home in Roseland. He later purchased their first new construction home in Matteson, IL, where David and Katherine raised their family.
David worked at the steel mills in Chicago and the Ford Stamping Plant in his younger years. He later had a call to go into Government Law Enforcement. He decided to attend Triton College and Technical Institute to seek certifications in Professional Skills for Police Officers and Basic Firearms.
David acquired additional training and certifications with the Park Forest Police with the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Board. He has certified with the Multi-Regional Criminal Justice Training and Education Project. In 1982, he completed training and certification with Park Forest South Police Department’s Reserve Police.
David worked in the enforcement field for a decade before getting the entrepreneur’s spirit to open a trucking company. He attended Diesel Truck Driving Training School in Wisconsin and soon purchased his first truck. Then on the road he went.
He enjoyed driving and
seeing the country. He retired from the trucking business after 20 years. David’s past times were enjoying a quiet afternoon fishing and going to the casino where he enjoyed the game of poker by battling wits with other card players.
He will be deeply missed.
David was preceded in death by three sisters Doris, Mildred, and Ocarina Williams, six brothers Jimmy, Monroe, Shaver, Silas, Joe Williams, and Grant Caldwell.
His memories will be cherished by his wife of 59 years, Katherine Mary (Smith), children, Mary Francine Williams, Janice (Philip) Newman, and David Earl Caldwell-Williams.
Eight Grandchildren:
Da’Quincey (Jessica) Williams, Da’Tron Williams, Brian, Victoria, Matthew Jemilo, David Townsend, Sir Patrick Montgomery, and Sahara W-Bush, and four greatgrandchildren, Liam, Leena, Lee, and Layla Williams.
His memories will be cherished by his siblings: sisters Margaret Williams and Linda CaldwellBazemore, brothers Robert Williams, Joe Caldwell, Charles Caldwell, Joe Caldwell, and Charles Caldwell.
Visitation was March 28, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. at Olen Mortuary. Funeral Services and Burial were Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Mt. Glenwood Memory Gardens South in Glenwood, IL
Freddie “Grace” Fennema (nee Smallwood), age 86, of Cadley, GA, and Lansing, IL passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025. Loving wife of the late Robert “Bob” G. Fennema; loving mom of four daughters: Gale Boone, Lisa (Roger) Newenhouse, Kathy (Tim) De Vries, and Rachel (Jacob) Darley; grandma of Darren Newenhouse, Dana (Carl) Pycz, Andrea Newenhouse, Calvin Darley, Chloe Darley, and Camille Darley; grandma Grace of Hunter Pycz, Sawyer Pycz, Logan Rivera, Max Rivera and Mario Rivera; sister of Linda (Sam) Walden; aunt of Eddie Walden and Becky Glosson. Sister-in-law of the late Grace (late John) Vander Zee, late Edith (late Nick) Ridder, late Ann (late Cornelius) Lindemulder, late John (late Josephine), late Dorothy (late Cornelius) Gouwens, late Eleanor (late Rich) Hook, late Bud (late Gerry) (Monet) Fennema, late Gilbert (late Minnie) Fennema, late Jess (late Harold) Winterhoff, late Rosetta (late Robert) Fattore, late Andrew (late Lois) Fennema Jr., late Joyce (late Bud) Rinkema, late Gerald (late Joyce) Fennema, and the late Donald Fennema. Grace is survived by many other nieces, nephews, and extended family she loved. Visitation will be Tuesday,
April 1, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN 46311. Interment Oak Ridge Cemetery – Lansing, IL. For more information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www. SMITSFH.com
Alice Jewel Fletcher Washington , affectionately known as “Nana,” passed away on March 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on July 21, 1947, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Otis and Mabel Fletcher, Nana Alice’s faith in Christ was nurtured at Mt Zion Baptist Church under the guidance of Rev. A. R. Burns and First Lady Mrs. Mary Burns from a young age. She was a gifted pianist and organist, possessing the remarkable ability to read music. Nana Alice dedicated her musical talents to serving her church communities, playing for Hammond Church, Lawndale CRC, and Pullman CRC.
Alice obtained her early education through the Hammond Public School system, where she also earned her high school diploma in June 1965. Later, she pursued an Associate degree in Business at Calumet College. Shortly after graduating, Nana Alice met and fell in love with Henry W. Washington (predeceased). She was and is Henry’s beloved Alice. Their union blessed them with the birth of Kimberly
and Jeffrey. Nana Alice’s professional career spanned over three decades, during which she diligently served in the Hammond City Clerk’s office. Her contributions extended beyond the city hall, as she briefly worked in the Hammond School District.
Alice, a remarkable woman of God, deeply cherished her family and friends. She found solace in the beauty of flowers and the comforting taste of Subway tuna sandwiches. As a devoted wife, mother, Nana, Auntie, and friend, Alice’s love for her family burned with an unwavering passion.
Alice, a symbol of love and cherished memories, maintained close bonds with her school friends, Ms. Cora, Ms. Jane, Ms. Rhoda, and Ms. Judy, for over five decades. Their lunches together reminded them of their youthful days, as they once again resembled schoolgirls. Alice cherished these memories deeply. She embarked on wonderful vacations when they were younger with her husband, children, and brother. As her children grew older, Alice continued to travel with them. Alice’s life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love for God, travel, and her family.
On Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 9:25 pm, Alice peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home. Our hearts shattered as we realized she was ready to reunite with her beloved husband, Henry, her grandson, Connor, and all her departed loved ones. While they eagerly welcomed her to the afterlife, our hearts were broken with grief and sorrow. Alice leaves us with the precious gift of her love and cherished memories. We will forever hold in our hearts the memories created and cherish our time with her. Rest now, Nana, our precious and fragile flower. We will love and miss you forever and ever. Our hearts
are heavy with love for you. Alice was preceded in death by her parents, Otis and Mabel Fletcher; her beloved husband, Henry W. Washington; her brother, Jesse S. Fletcher; her sister and brother-in-law, Bess and Donald Ferguson; her niece, Cheryl Lynn Fletcher; her grandson, Connor E. Shells; her great nephew, Edward Simmons III, and many other cherished angels in heaven. Alice, a life well-lived, leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Those left to honor her memory are her daughter, Kimberly (Ennis) Shells; her son, Jeffrey (Dionne) Washington; her granddaughter, Sydney Renee (Aisha); her greatgranddaughters, Adelyn Jones and Noelle Shells; her sister-in-law, Cherie Fletcher, Evelyn (Raymond) Washington, Diane Washington, her brotherin-law, Earl Washington, her beloved nieces, Maxine (Edward) Simmons, Natalie (Michael) Mack, and Owana (Keith) Miller, her great nieces, Jessica and Jennica Simmons, Candace (Eric) Stanley, Keiona (Sean) Conway, Nia Mack, Keaira Miller, Tiffany (Del) Chin, Monica (Chris) Faulkner, her nephews, Randy (Suane) Washington and family, Jason Washington and family, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. All will forever be deeply affected by her presence in their lives. Visitation will take place Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church 1047 Kenwood St, Hammond, IN. Interment at Concordia Cemetery—Hammond, IN. Memorial contributions may be given to the Muscular Dystrophy Association (www.mda.org). For further information, please contact 708-333-7000 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www. SMITSFH.com
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the Legal Voters, Residents of the Township of Thornton in the County of Cook and State of Illinois that the ANNUAL TOWNSHIP MEETING of said Town will take place on:
TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 2025, AT THE HOUR OF 6:00 P.M. AT THORNTON TOWNSHIP HALL
333 E 162nd STREET SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
For the transaction of the miscellaneous business of the said township, and after a Moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and consider reports of o cers, and decide on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting and especially to consider and decide the following.
Meeting called to order by the Township Clerk
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Announcement of Legal Publications
• Election of Moderator to conduct the meeting
• Motion to accept minutes from April 9, 2024, Town Meeting as posted by the Township Clerk.
• Representative of the Finance Department to read the 2025 Reports:
a. General Assistance Fund
b. General Fund
c. Road and Bridge Fund
Motion to approve a placement of a Referendum Question on the March 17, 2026 Primary Election Ballot that reads: “Shall the State of Illinois, which has the second highest property taxes in the nation, deliver annual property tax rebates to the more than three million residential property taxpayers in Illinois, as provided for in the Illinois Property Tax Relief Fund Act of 2019?”
• Approve Resolution Authorizing Disposal by Public Sale of Personal Property owned by Thornton Township.
• Schedule the Annual Township Meeting for Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
• Comments
• Motion to adjourn.
Approved the 20th day of March 2025
Loretta C. Wells
Thornton Township Clerk
SURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC
One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088
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 # 24 CH 00534 I3262493
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MERRILL LYNCH FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-5, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-5 Plaintiff, -v.HELAINE YATES, CITY OF CHICAGO Defendants 2018CH13404 15022 -15024 MINERVA AVENUE DOLTON, IL 60419 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 14, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 16, 2025, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 15022 -15024 MINERVA AVENUE, DOLTON, IL 60419
Property Index No. 29-11-307-048-0000
The real estate is improved with a duplex. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
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
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.
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. 14-18-09670
Attorney ARDC No. 00468002
Attorney Code. 21762
Case Number: 2018CH13404
TJSC#: 45-652
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 # 2018CH13404 I3262843
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
U.S. Bank National Association not in its individual capacity but solely in its capacity as Indenture Trustee of CIM Trust 2021-NR4.
Plaintiff vs.
Karon B. Shelton a/k/a Karon Shelton a/k/a, Karon Thompson; Illinois Department of Revenue; Unknown Owners, generally; and Non-Record Claimants
Defendant 20 CH 6165
CALENDAR 60
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on April 29, 2025, at the hour 11:00 a.m., Intercounty’s office, 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, IL 60602, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 29-12-119-019-0000.
Commonly known as 386 Jeffrey Avenue, Calumet City, IL 60409.
The real estate is: 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: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Altman, Strautins & Kromm, LLC d/b/a Kluever Law Group, 200 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1880, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. SPS000386-20FC1
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY
DIVISION
FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION
Plaintiff,
-v.-
UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF
TERRY R. SNODGRASS SR., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, BRANDI SNODGRASS, TERRY RANDOLPH
SNODGRASS, JR., AMIR MOHABBAT, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR TERRY R. SNODGRASS SR. (DECEASED)
Defendants 2022 CH 10177
18106 CHARLEMAGNE AVE
HAZEL CREST, IL 60429
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 21, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 23, 2025, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 18106 CHARLEMAGNE AVE, HAZEL CREST, IL 60429
Property Index No. 28-35-408-039-0000
The real estate is improved with a single family residence.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to 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.
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
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.
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. 14-22-07691
Attorney ARDC No. 00468002
Attorney Code. 21762
Case Number: 2022 CH 10177
TJSC#: 45-744
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 # 2022 CH 10177
I3263147
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING
Plaintiff, -v.TONYA REYNOLDS, STATE OF ILLINOISDEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Defendants 24 CH 03626 12722 S JUSTINE STREET CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 28, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will
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