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Thursday, August 13, 2015
Sharing Stanley Cup to make its way to Marist, Standard Bank Stadium and Bourbon Street
Area high school football teams started practicing on Monday. The season kicks off Aug. 28. See sports.
By Dermot Connolly Staff Reporter The Cup is coming back again. Chicago Blackhawks fans will have a chance to celebrate their team’s third Stanley Cup championship in six years with the Stanley Cup itself when the southwest Chicago area gets its day with the Stanley Cup today, Thursday. According to Chicago Blackhawks trainer and Oak Lawn resident, Mike Gapski, the first public appearance in the area for Lord Stanley’s Cup will be Marist High School, 4200 W. 115th St., from about 10 to 11:45 a.m. The cost to see the cup is $10 and those tickets will be sold today. Only cash will be accepted; no checks or credit cards. All visitors who enter the building must pay for a group or individual ticket. The viewing includes professional photos with the cup courtesy of Quality Plus Photography located in Worth. Each group can pick up a single, free 4 x 6 photo at the Worth location. Additional prints and custom gifts will be available for purchase at the store as well. The viewing will be held in the school’s main gym. Fans will line
The ninth Palos Meltdown featured more than 500 competitors. See Page 4 and sports Vorva is wishywashy on the 30-songs-in-30-minutes concept (page 3), Hanania wants to see more families take summer vacations (page 6) and Parker finds a church that brings joy to her heart (page 10).
up at the east end of the campus. Parking is free, but limited. St. Terrence Parish, 4300 West 119th Place, will also allow visitors to park during the viewing. Visitors (Continued on page 8)
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When it comes to that 30foot Indian that stands outside his store, Jim Sharizi pulls no punches. After a week of having his prized statue painted by Oak Lawn resident Dave Ithal, the Photo by Dermott Connolly Cardinal Liquor Barn owner let the bragging begin. And he pulled Hedi Belkaoui is the first male principal at Queen of Peace no punches. High School in Burbank. “It’s probably the most beau-
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in Chicago? “Forget Michael Jordan!â€? he said. “Who is Michael Jordan? This statue is better than Michael Jordan’s. His statue is only popular because of his sporting career. More people know about him.’’ Sharizi said bought the statue in 1998 when the Cook County Tobacco Warehouse closed its doors. Roadside America.com said that Big Chief was built in the 1970s by Creative DisSOD\ ZKLFK LV WKH VDPH RXWĂ€W that erected the world’s largest Ă€VK LQ +D\ZDUG :LVF Big Chief is believed to be the largest cigar store Indian in the world. In an age of political correctness with sports teams with Indian names and logos being asked (Continued on page 5)
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gree in education in 2009 from the university founded by the same order of nuns that sponsors Queen of Peace, the Sinsinawan Dominicans. “I would call them opportunities rather than challenges,� said Belkaoui, when asked about low enrollment and other issues faced by Queen of Peace. He said the school’s struggles with dwindling enrollment is a common problem for many area Catholic schools. But he talks optimistically about turning that trend around. “There were 325 students enrolled at the school, last year, and we are expecting about that many this year,� he said, adding Photo by Jeff Vorva that registration is still open. Jim Sharizi is dwarfed by his 30-foot Big Chief statue. After having the chief painted, Sharizi said it is He doesn’t see being the first the best statue in the United States – even better than the Michael Jordan statue (below) in Chicago. male principal as a challenge, and foresees no problems. Belkaoi said (Continued on page 8)
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By Dermot Connolly Staff Reporter Hedi Belkaoui, the new principal of Queen of Peace High School, is too busy getting ready for the new school year to focus on the fact that he made history as the first man to lead the girls Catholic high school in Burbank, which was founded in 1962. At 33, Belkaoui, a native of Chicago and graduate of St. Ignatius High School, is also among the youngest heads of the school. He succeeds Mary Kay Nickels, who retired in June after five years at the helm. Belkaoui has been busy working in the field of education for the past 11 years, since earning a bachelor of arts degree in social science from Benedictine University in River Forest. He also earned a masters of arts de-
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Bicyclist injured by pickup on Route 83 By Jack Murray Regional News editor A 54-year-old Chicago man riding a bicycle was injured Sunday afternoon when he was struck by a pickup truck on Route 83 near La Grange Road, in unincorporated Palos Township, police said. The bicyclist was ejected from the force of the crash that was reported at about 2:50 p.m., a
Cook County Sheriff’s Police spokesperson said Monday. He was taken to an area hospital for treatment for serious injuries, but his injuries did not appear to be life threatening, the spokesperson added. A 2002 Dodge Ram traveling westbound on Route 83 struck the bicyclist about a half mile west of La Grange Road, police said. Sheriff’s police blocked westbound traffic on Route 83 from
the crash scene, and directed traffic to exit onto La Grange Road. Police said it appeared the truck was attempting to pass another vehicle using the roadway’s shoulder when it struck the bicycle. The driver of the Dodge Ram, a 29-year-old man from Joliet, was cited with failure to reduce speed, improper lane change and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle, police said.
Palos Park PD charge man with felony identity theft By Tim Hadac Staff Reporter Palos Park police charged Ricardo Rios, 28, of Oak Lawn, with one count of felony identity theft and a misdemeanor count of obstruction of justice after he allegedly tried to use another man’s identification to get his car released from impoundment at 4:54 p.m. Aug. 4. The day before, police seized Rios’ car after pulling it over in the 11100 block of South La Grange Road. Police said they initially spotted the car near Wild Cherry Lane and La Grange Road, traveling at 52 mph, 17 mph over the posted limit. Police impounded the car after Rios produced identification stating that he was a 28-year-old Chicago man with another name, according to the police report. The following day at police headquarters, he produced a Mexican matricula card with his real name on it, and he claimed to be the brother of the auto’s owner, police said. A suspicious police official summoned the officer who had made the traffic stop the previous day. The officer
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said he recognized Rios from the previous day and took him into custody. While at the station, Rios admitted to purchasing fake identification in 2013 from “Johnny,” a man he had met at Six Flags Great America, police said. He reportedly told police that fake ID packages ranged in price from $500 to $5,000, with the most expensive including a Puerto Rican birth certificate, a Social Security card, a high school degree and a Puerto Rican police statement indicating no criminal record. He claimed they were allegedly obtained illegally obtained from a staff member in the Illinois Secretary State’s Office, police said. Rios told police that he purchased the $2,000 package, which helped him obtain employment at a company in McCook, police said. Police seized a forged birth certificate, Social Security card and other identification from Rios, police said. Police also notified the Secretary of State’s Office of the situation. Bond was set at $50,000, but Rios was released on his own recognizance, according to a spokes-
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Rios man for the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, who added that Rios is due in court in Bridgeview on Sept. 1. Police said they attempted to locate the 28-year-old Chicago man whose identity was stolen, but he was not at his home in the Southwest Side’s Ashburn neighborhood. They were told he was in Puerto Rico, and Palos Park Police Chief Joe Miller said his department has notified the FBI’s San Juan Division to try and locate the victim and alert him to the situation.
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Rachelle C. Guy, 26, of Brooklyn Park, Minn., was charged with retail theft at Chicago Ridge Mall at 5:33 p.m. Aug. 8. Police said they were called to the H&M store, where security guards had detained her for leaving the store with miscellaneous clothing worth $244.89 concealed. Geneshia M. Lee, 22, of St. Louis, Mo., was charged with retail theft at 6:09 p.m. Aug. 9 for allegedly taking assorted jewelry worth $704 from the Kohl’s store at Chicago Ridge Mall. She was detained by security guards until police arrived.
Ruwald K. Hussain, 28, of Vernon Avenue in Normal, Ill., was charged with driving on a suspended license, having one headlight, and failure to wear a seatbelt when he was stopped at 12:53 a.m. Aug. 8 in the 10300 block of South Harlem Avenue. Amy Astorga, 25, of the 6600 block of West 104th Place, Chicago Ridge, was charged with driving on a suspended license and having no front license plate when she was stopped at 6:33 p.m. Aug. 9 in the 10300 block of South Nashville Avenue. Ophelia N. Jefferson, 33, of the 6800 block of South Cornell Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving without a valid license, no insurance, and disobeying a traffic control device following a traffic stop at 9:58 p.m. Aug. 7 in the 9900 block of South Ridgeland Avenue.
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Kaseem Harris, 43, of Chicago, was charged with possession of cannabis after police found him with 6.7 grams of marijuana following a traffic stop for no headlights at 12:31 a.m. Aug. 7 in the 9500 block of South Springfield Avenue. Renee Zagajowski, 26, of Oak Lawn, was charged with retail theft for allegedly taking assorted items with a value of $62.09 from CVS, 3201 W. 95th St., at 6:23 p.m. Aug. 5. Julio Chavez, 21, of Chicago, was charged with taking three food items, including a Danish pastry and an energy drink worth a total of $6.15 from CVS, 3201 W. 95th St., at 9:56 p.m. Aug. 5. Jamal Baylis, 34, of Chicago, faces several felony drug charges following an investigation that led to his arrest at 8:06 p.m. in the 9500 block of South Pulaski Road. Police said he was found in possession of 616 Ecstasy tablets, and 481.7 grams of cannabis. He was charged with possession of cannabis, possession of cannabis with intent to sell, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell. Burl Gregory, 47, was arrested on a felony theft charge at 3:51 p.m. July 16 at his home in the 1600 block of West 90th Place related to the alleged embezzlement of $18,116.76 from Nexus Indoor, a non-profit youth percussion organization that he served as director. Police said he is accused of taking the money for his personal use.
Brenda McNutt-Allen, 54, of Chicago, was charged with felony retail theft for allegedly taking nine items worth a total of $32.58 from Walmart, 2500 W. 95th St., at 3:36 p.m. Aug. 6. Police said the charge was upgraded to a felony because of previous convictions.
Hickory Hills Kenneth K. Bell, 27, of the 10300 block of South Vernon Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license, speeding, and possession of 4.5 grams of cannabis when he was stopped at 12:43 a.m. Aug. 10 in the 8600 block of West 87th Street. DeShawn Washington, 39, of the 10600 block of South Champlain Drive, Palos Hills, was charged with driving with expired registration and a suspended license when he was stopped at 3:54 p.m. Aug. 6 in the 9400 block of South Roberts Road. Christopher B. Anderson, 32, of the 11100 block of South 84th Avenue, Palos Hills, was arrested on a Hickory Hills warrant in Palos Hills and transferred to Hickory Hills police custody at 7:56 p.m. Aug. 6. The bond forfeiture warrant was issued by a Cook County judge on July 27. Anderson was held for a bond hearing the following day.
Oak Lawn Police apprehended two men and a woman on July 28 shortly after they allegedly robbed two T-Mobile stores on Cicero Avenue. The three were found at 1:13 p.m. July 28 in a black Pontiac driven by Millroy J. Harris, 23, which matched the description of one seen fleeing T-Mobile stores at 10312 S. Cicero Ave., and 9300 S. Cicero Ave. With Harris in the car when they were stopped in the 5000 block of West 103rd Street were Sade S. Wilson, 22, and Henry L. Taylor, 25. Wilson and Harris have an address in the 7500 block of South King Drive, Chicago, while Taylor’s is in the 6900 block of South Throop Street, Chicago. Police said they admitted that Harris drove the vehicle to the stores, and Wilson and Taylor went in. Wilson admitted taking an iPad Air from the store in the 9300 block, and Taylor took an iPhone 6 Plus from the second location. Both items were found in the car. All three were charged with two counts of felony retail theft, and Harris was also cited for driving on a suspended license. They were held for a bond hearing. Crystal Herrera, 28, of the 2900 block of East 81st Street, Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license when she was stopped at 9:09 a.m. July 28 in the 6400 block of West 95th Street. She was also cited for turning without signaling. Frank Kowarsch, 31, of the 4700 block of West 107th Street, was charged with aggravated battery for allegedly threatening another motorist with a knife when both vehicles stopped in the parking lot of Burger King, 4545 W. 95th St., following a road-rage incident a few blocks away at 9:08 p.m. July 20. Kowarsch said the other driver, a 32-year-old man, was following him too closely, and almost hit him at 94th Street and Hilton Drive. Both drivers engaged in verbal taunting before pulling into the lot. . Police are investigating a break-in at an apartment in the 4300 block of West 95th Street that occurred between 6:30 p.m. Aug. 25 and 1 a.m. Aug. 26. The homeowner reported finding her
front door damaged and forced open. She said nothing was stolen, although valuables were in plain sight. But she found a note on a napkin left on her bed, with a message to “call me” at a number she did not recognize. Louis Bronge, 24, of the 2600 block of West Crystal Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license, improper lane usage, and possession of less than 2.5 grams of cannabis when he was stopped at 6:05 p.m. July 24 in the 10800 block of South Cook Avenue.
Palos Hills Amin Beitoni, 19, of Burbank, was charged with reckless driving following a traffic stop at 11 p.m. Aug. 7, in the 10400 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said he was seen spinning his tires in a parking lot, and then allegedly almost caused an accident on Harlem when he made a U-turn to avoid a patrol car. Thomas Cloney, 20, of Palos Hills, was charged with two felony counts of possession of a stolen vehicle on Aug. 6 in relation to the theft of a car that was taken from the 11100 block of Westwood Drive and found that day in the 7000 block of West 111th Street in Worth. Detectives were able to connect the stolen 2005 Dodge Caravan to Cloney because surveillance video recorded him dropping the vehicle off and leaving the scene in another vehicle parked nearby. Adrian Zilinski, 19, of Palos Hills, was charged with theft on Aug. 5, after a gift card and cash were reported stolen from a home in the 9700 block of West 81st Avenue on July 28. The homeowner reported the items missing following a birthday party held at that location, and Zilinski was arrested after he was seen on video buying merchandise with the gift card at multiple stores. Police said he admitted taking the gift card, but denied taking any money.
Worth Maria Contreras, 30, of the 11400 block of South Normandy Avenue, Worth, was charged with driving without a valid license at 11:41 a.m. Aug. 5 in the 11100 block of South Oak Park Avenue. Darren A. Anderson Jr., 23, of the 6600 block of West Lloyd Drive, Worth, was charged with driving on a suspended license when he was stopped at 11:35 p.m. Aug. 6 at 111th Street and Normandy Avenue. Mark C. Daugherty, 40, of the 13000 block of South Western Avenue, Blue Island, was charged with felony unlawful possession of a stolen vehicle and aggravated fleeing or eluding police after he was stopped while driving a stolen Dodge Caravan in the 10400 block of South Brooks Lane at 1:06 a.m. Aug. 6. He ran from police when he was pulled over, but was apprehended nearby. Police said the van Daugherty was driving had been reported stolen by a woman who left it running while she went into a restaurant in the 8300 block of South Pulaski Road, Chicago, at 10 a.m. Aug. 5. He also faces charges of possession of drug paraphernalia for two pipes he was carrying, reckless driving, disobeying a stop sign, disobeying a traffic control signal, and driving without carrying a license or insurance.
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Mixed feelings for the 30-songs-in-30-minutes medley The Band 7th Heaven has been around 30 years, rocking fans from all over the Chicago area. In their 30th year, the fellas have on their schedule everything from the lighting of Buckingham Fountain in Chicago to Cheese-A-Palooza in Kenosha. I caught their act at Taste of Orland for the first time on Aug. 1 and during their first set, they played 30 songs in 30 minutes. In recent years, it’s one of the tricks they have been known for. There were snippets of tunes by Billy Idol, Elton John, Pink Floyd, A-Ha, Hall and Oates, Tom Petty, John Mellancamp, Rush and many others. They closed it with a couple of Queen songs. I liked it and hated it at the same time. I liked it because the set flew by – it didn’t even feel like a half an hour. With the exception of the Rush song “Spirit of the Radio” morphing into an Eagles tune, the transitions of songs
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flowed nicely. I liked it because if there was a song or two in the bunch I didn’t like, I didn’t have to listen to the whole tune and the next thing you know, another song is up. Then I realized I hated liking it. The old geezer in me thinks that this is a tool to placate the younger generation which has a pretty short attention span. It was almost like allowing my kids the control of radio or iPods in the car – song change after song change after song change…
My daughter Lauren will usually latch onto a song, sing with it for about a minute and then move on. I am not sure these kids ever listened to a full song unless it was at a concert. Not that I long for the days of Led Zeppelin’s “Moby Dick” (which is one drum solo that occasionally took up to almost 30 minutes when played live) but I hope in the future that 30 songs in 30 minutes will continue to be a novelty and not the norm. Lolla-Paul-Looza Well, Paul McCartney played Lollapalooza on July 31 and didn’t take much of my input from my column in early April, suggesting his setlist. I thought he should be as cutting edge as possible since this was supposed to be a cutting edge festival. My set list was “Revolution,” “Back in the U.S.S.R.,” “Another Day,” “Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey,” “Helter Skelter,” “I’m Down,” “Ballroom Dancing,”
“Transpiritual Stomp.” “You’ve Got to Hide Your Love Away,” “Rock Show,’’ “Live and Let Die, “Hi, Hi, Hi” and “I Saw Her Standing There” with an encore of “Hey Jude.’’ But nooooooo… He waited until his 21st song into the night to take one of my suggestions when he played “Back in the U.S.S.R.” He closed the regular part of the show with “Hey Jude,’’ opened the encore with “Hi, Hi, Hi” and also had “Helter Skelter” in the encore. He had some good songs in his 31-song set (why didn’t I think of “Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da”?) but played it pretty safe with hits such as “Magical Mystery Tour,” “Got to Get You into My Life,” “Blackbird,” “Lady Madonna,” “Eleanor Rigby,” “Something” and others. Maybe next time he comes to an edgy fest, he should play more daring music and pick 30 of his hit songs and play them in 30 minutes.
Adam Blair Heisler of 7th Heaven performs one of 30 songs in 30 minutes that the band is known for. Columnist Jeff Vorva is not sure if he likes that concept or not.
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McSwain song: CR library director retiring after 28 years By Kelly White Correspondent After 28 years, Chicago Ridge Library Director Kathleen McSwain is saying goodbye. McSwain is retiring on Aug. 14 from the library, located at 10400 Oxford Avenue in Chicago Ridge and some members of the staff are sad to see her go. “Kathy always encourages us to try new programs to encourage reading and community support,” Youth Services Director, Irene Ciciora, said. “She is a kind, patient, and supportive director.” It’s the second area library director in the Reporter coverage area to retire this summer. Green Hills Director Annette Armstrong retired in June after 18 years at the helm. Thinking back on the 28 years of service, McSwain provided to the library and how much the library and she has changed, she admits it hurts to say goodbye. “I will miss library staff members and the many friends I have made at the library over the past 28 years both young and old,” she said. “There a few patrons who stop by weekly to say hello, ask what is new, and tell me about the great book they just read or something good about the library.” McSwain’s three sons, Kevin, 26, Bryan, 24, and Sean 22, were all born while she was working at the library and now they are all college graduates. “I was originally working
full time to afford the little extras for my family,” McSwain said, “My husband Patrick and I were involved in the St. Jude Hockey Club for many years while all three boys played ice hockey. Then we transitioned to high school and by me working full time we were able to send the boys to Providence Catholic High School, and then send them off to college.” Prior to working at the Chicago Ridge Public Library, McSwain started working in the library world when she was 16 at the Oak Lawn Public Library as a library page, and then went on to work as a clerk in the Youth Services department. After she received a master’s degree in Library Science, she was the children’s librarian at the Bedford Park Public Library. The Chicago Ridge Public Library, however, holds a place in her heart for many reasons, but one especially is the way the library excels in customer service. “We are small enough that we know our patrons and they know us,” she said. “There are so many great youth programs and if we start with young patrons and they use and love the library we create lifelong library users. Many of the patrons of the library today were young children in the library programs 28 years ago and now they are using the library with their children. That is probably one of the best rewards of the job.” McSwain is also responsible for some improvements made to the library during
her career, including the 10,000-square foot addition, increasing the library building size from 7,987 to 18,000 square feet. She was also responsible for the property purchased across the street from the library where an additional parking lot was built. “Kathy is a director who is dedicated to her job,” Ciciora said. “She is always willing to go the extra mile to make sure that our library is the best. She has gotten to know many community members over the past 28 years. She will be greatly missed by her staff, library trustees and the community. She is a library legacy and has made many great advancements for our library.” The library also received a grant in 2007 for 16 sewing machines and has been known since as the Quilting Library, according to McSwain. She also created the annual ice cream social in 1999 and it has continued throughout the years. This summer favorite brings together both young and old patrons. “Although I am closing one chapter in my life with retirement, I am really excited about what lies ahead,” she said. “I am taking time for myself hoping to go for walks, ride my bike, read what I want to read, get back to playing golf with my girlfriends, work on some quilting projects and clean up my house. I would like to thank Chicago Ridge for all the support that has been given to the library and not only for the library but also for myself. I will miss you.”
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Kathy McSwain (front row, black t-shirt) and her staff at Chicago Ridge pose for a photo.
Midway expansion ready to take off By Dermot Connolly Staff Reporter Recently announced plans for a $248 million expansion of Midway International Airport will mean speedier trips through the security lines, and a wider choice of concessions for local travelers using the airport on Chicago’s Southwest Side. Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced the wide-ranging plans last Thursday, explaining that the project will take several years to complete. This is the largest investment made in the airport in nearly 10 years, The mayor said the project will include an expansion of the concession facilities, the terminal parking garage, and security checkpoints, addressing several concerns commonly raised by travelers. “Midway is more than an airport. It is an important economic engine for the city of Chicago so with this modernization we are making an essential investment in the future of Midway but also the future of Chicago. This modernization allows and ensures that Midway will remain a world-class airport in a world-class city,” said the mayor at the airport. “These enhancements will create jobs for Chicago’s residents, provide an improved experience for travelers from the garage to the gate, and ensure that our world-class city has two world-class airports.” According to city officials, Midway generates approximately $7 billion in economic activity each year and 90,000 jobs for the region. Southwest Airlines is the biggest carrier at Midway, which serves 75 airports, including eight international locations. It is considered to be one of the fastest growing
airports in the United States. The project, which will not expected to be completed until 2019, is slated to begin with the city issuing a request for proposal for a single-entity concessions operator in September. Studies have found that travelers passing through Midway spend less on concessions than at other airports, and the stated aim of the improvements is to “enhance the experience for travelers, create good-paying jobs for residents and help achieve higher Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation goals.” Following the issue of the RFP, bids would be received through mid-December, and evaluated in the first quarter of 2016. Then, if all goes according to plan, the proposal would be brought before the City Council in the second quarter of 2016. Plans call for renovations to be made to concessions areas, stores, and restaurants, and shopping, dining, lounge facilities, spa services, and medical services will be added. Officials said the added 20,000 sq, ft, of concession space will feature iconic Chicago brands and concepts while providing opportunities for local businesses and residents. Expanding Midway’s security checkpoint area, with the creation of a new 80,000 sq. ft. security hall, is expected to resolve the bottleneck that frequently occurs in the current security area, frustrating travelers. Plans are also in the works to widen the existing 60-pedestrian bridge over Cicero Avenue from 60 feet to 300 feet, which is also inclined to get congested. “This is all about improving the customer experience at Midway. It is a lot more than adding concessions,” said Owen
Kilmer, Chicago Department of Aviation deputy commissioner for communications. He said the airport authorities will be working the Transportation Safety Administration to coordinate the improvements to the security area. As for the terminal parking garage expansion, which Kilmer said is in the design phase, four levels and 1,400 parking spaces are expected to be added to the terminal garage. The added parking spaces are meant to —making it easier for travelers to get in and out of the airport. “Obviously, we will not do anything to infringe on flight paths,” said Kilmer, when asked about the feasibility of height being added to the parking garage. “It is still in the design phase, but levels can be added horizontally. That is most likely how it will happen,” he said, explaining that the parking garage will be built out rather than up. Emanuel said at the press conference that the expansion project is expected to create 1,000 construction and 700 permanent concession jobs, as well as a 50 percent increase in concession space. Revenue generated by concessions is expected to double by 2019. “Our proposal will make Midway Airport more efficient and more customer friendly for years to come,” Aviation Commissioner Ginger S. Evans said, whom Kilmer said realized the need for improvements as soon as she was named commissioner in May. “In order for our airports, and our city, to thrive we need to remain competitive— and that’s what this plan will achieve,” she said.
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A lot of big wheels were at the ninth Meltdown By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor The ninth annual REI Palos Meltdown mountain bike event featured more than 500 racers of various skills levels tackling courses across multiple forest preserves in Willow Springs on Sunday. New to this year’s event was a three-mile addition, the Stone House Trail. Cook County Forest General Superintendent Arnold Randall praised the Chicago Area Mountain Bikers --- a.k.a. CAMBr – volunteers for logging more than 2,000 hours to get the course ready for the Meltdown. “There are a lot of volunteers who make sure that mountain biking is a great opportunity in Palos,” he said. “We think of mountain biking being big West of here so we’re excited about having it here. We want to be known as a destination for mountain biking and we want to do it the right way.’’ Rick Mezo of Crown Point Indiana won the Expert Men division and Sycamore’s Kim Heintz took first for the women. Chicago’s Karson Glass claimed the Competitive Men’s Division, Mundelein’s Alex Revelo won the Men’s Sport Division, Plano’s Kristen Wade won the Women’s Sport Division, Burbank’s Adam Staszel won the Novice Men’s division, Chicago’s Courtney O’Neill won in the Novice Women’s division, Downers Grove’s Cole Kardatzke won in the First-Timer Junior Men while Riverside’s Sylvia Ritzler won the First Time Junior Women’s event. For more photos and news on the event, see sports.
Tinley Park’s Paige Tuton had a rough first ride in the Palos Meltdown as her dad, Tom, had to fix the chain early in the first-timer race (above). She was able to get going and despite the delay, she was able to pass a couple of other first-timers during the race.
Photos by Jeff Vorva
Malachi Celicious of Wadsworth has a camera on top of his helmet to record his first race at the Palos Meltdown.
Copper Oven Pizza of Lombard took its act on the road at the Palos Meltdown.
CAMBr executive director Jerry Stoeckigt was the man behind Cook County Forest General Superintendent Arnold Randall says the megaphone and microphone all day at the Palos Meltdown. a few words to open the ninth Palos Meltdown on Sunday.
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News and events from our archives.
Don’t give a bear your sammich 50 years ago
From the August 12, 1965 issue The story: Hundreds of kids gathered to watch free movies at Worth Park. They were described as “well behaved.” The quote: “When you hand that cute black bear one of your picnic sandwiches this summer, you are not only risking you own life and limb but you also may be doing irreparable damage to the bear’s morals.” – from an article titled “Bare facts about bears.’’ Fun fact: The youth group at Trinity Lutheran Church in Oak Lawn discussed the book “That’s the Way the Christian Crumbles.’’
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From the Aug. 16, 1990 issue The story: An Oregon man was charged with theft of services when he couldn’t pay $10.70 for a meal he ate at the Denny’s in Hickory Hills. Bond was set at $1,000. The quote: “I was called names. I was chastised. I was degraded. They tried to make me feel like I was a lowlife,’’ – Oak Lawn Trustee Joseph Vogrich on the backlash he received after racist comments he allegedly made surfaced in the media. He said his comments were taken out of context. Fun fact: Dion (pictured), who sang “The Wanderer” and “Runaround Sue” and heartthrob and former Monkee Davy Jones were two performers at Oak Lawn Family Days.
With friends like that… 10 years ago
From the Aug. 11, 2005 issue The story: An Evergreen Park man and his friend from Ft. Lauderdale Fla. were drinking beer and an argument broke out and the EP man allegedly shot his buddy in the chest and killed him. The quote: “The time has for me to retire and turn the reins over to a younger, smarter and nicer publisher…my daughter Amy.’’ – Former longtime publisher Charles Richards after overseeing his final edition of the Reporter as the big boss. Fun fact: Katherine Helmond (pictured) from “Who’s the Boss,” “Everybody Loves Raymond” and “Soap” was nearby to perform in “Morning at Seven” at the Drury Lane Theater.
Aug. 13: ON THIS DATE in 1787, the Ottoman Empire declared war on Russia. Aug. 14: ON THIS DATE in 1900, international forces, including U.S. marines, entered Beijing to put down the Boxer Rebellion, which was aimed at purging China of foreigners. In 1935, the Social Security Act became law, creating unemployment insurance and pension plans for the elderly. Aug. 15: ON THIS DATE in 1057, Macbeth, king of Scotland, was slain in battle by the son of the late King Duncan, whom Macbeth had murdered 17 years earlier to gain the throne. In 1969, the Woodstock Music and Art Fair opened on Max Yasgur’s dairy farm in upstate New York. Aug. 16: ON THIS DATE 1861, President Lincoln prohibited the states of the Union from trading with the seceding Confederate states. Aug. 17: ON THIS DATE in 1807, Robert Fulton’s steamboat Clermont began her first trip up the Hudson River. Aug. 18: ON THIS DATE in 1587, the first English child, named Virginia Dare, was born in the New World. Aug. 19: ON THIS DATE in 1848, the New York Herald reported the discovery of gold in California. In 1934, a plebiscite in Germany approved the vesting of sole executive power in Adolf Hitler. Answer to last week’s question: This week in 1896, gold was discovered on a tributary of the Klondike River in Canada’s Yukon Territory, touching off the Klondike Gold Rush. This week’s question: In 1939, a pilot for what nation flew the first jet-propelled aircraft? (Mark Andrews can be reached via e-mail at mlandrews@embarqmail.com.)
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Fair or fowl? Palos Hills of¿cials re-examine animal laws By Michael Gilbert Correspondent Palos Hills officials may revisit the city’s animal ordinance and prohibit the raising of chickens and roosters following one resident crying foul over another's noisy fowl. Mayor Gerald Bennett told the City Council at the committee meeting Thursday that he recently received a phone call from a resident in the second ward complaining his neighbor’s chickens are too loud, bothering his dog and causing birds of prey to circle overhead. Bennett said he believes Palos Hills’ animal ordinance limits the amount of chickens and roosters one can own on their property but was unsure the exact number. He added there are no lot size restrictions for a resident to own chickens and roosters. The city, for example, prohibits a resident from keeping a horse on a lot under one acre. Bennett did not know the exact address of the home in question when asked by The Reporter after the meeting, but said the residence is located in a subdivision. “This is something that has been brought up in the past and whether or not we need to think about getting out of animal raising in town,” Bennett said. “Obviously being in close quarters in a subdivision it can cause a nuisance and I get it, I understand. “The resident [who called me] said he can’t let his dog out in the yard because it’s barking all the time, and that hawks are flying around – probably waiting for the chickens.” Bennett asked the board to revisit the ordinance “ASAP” – possibly at the next committee meeting on Aug. 20. “The ordinance is pretty broad,” Bennett said. “Everybody take a look at what is allowed and where it’s allowed as a revisit to that ordinance.” Another option city officials may consider is prohibiting chickens and roosters on lots
Photo by Michael Gilbert Palos Hills Alderman Mary Ann Schultz is in favor of amending an ordinance to allow members of the Zoning Board of Appeals to give recommendations to the City Council after hearing variance requests. under a certain size, Bennett said. “This is an isolated thing, but when it’s in close proximity – as it is now by law – to other homes I understand how it can effect someone,” Bennett said. “The City Council should consider allowing chickens and roosters only in those areas where the lots are larger.” In other news… Alderman Mary Ann Schultz (5th Ward) told Palos Hills officials she is in favor of amending an ordinance approved in 2010 that prohibits the city’s Zoning Board of Appeals from making recommendations to the City Council. Schultz said from 1968 to 2010 the ZBA was able to give a favorable or unfavorable review to the City Council after a public hearing regarding a variance
over 25 percent of one’s property. Requests under 25 percent are not heard by the City Council and instead approved or rejected by the ZBA. Palos Hills officials amended the ordinance in 2010 to have the ZBA refrain from rendering an opinion to the City Council. Palos Hills Attorney George Pappas said this was done to prevent possible legal action against the city. “The reason why we took it out in 2010 was because if they made a recommendation and the City Council didn’t go along with that recommendation then there was the possibility of potential legal action because the City Council is not following the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals,” Pappas told the council. Schultz said she was impressed by the seven-member ZBA after attending a meeting last month and would appreciate the board’s recommendation in the future. Members of the ZBA are appointed by Bennett and the meet as needed. “Those people on the ZBA are so intelligent and so very thorough and I was so impressed,” Schultz said. “I would like to go back to the old way where they could make a recommendation.” Schultz’s suggestion received vocal support from aldermen Marty Kleefisch (1st Ward), Pauline Stratton (2nd Ward) and Mike Lebarre (3rd Ward). No city official expressed concern reverting back to the old ordinance. “My understanding is that when we had it the old way we had no problems with it,” Kleefisch said. “I feel the same way as Mary Ann. I would appreciate their recommendations because it would give me more background information upon which I can base my judgement.” The council is expected to vote on amending the ordinance at an upcoming meeting. Photo by Jeff Vorva
Five streets ready to get paved in Worth
Oak Lawn’s Dave Ithal scrapes a little off the Big Chief’s backside. Ithal was the one-man painting crew who painted the 30-foot statue.
By Sharon L. Filkins Correspondent
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• Approved after two public hearings, was the 2015-2016 Annual Appropriation Ordinance and the Certificate of Estimated Revenue. • Trustee Colleen McElroy announced that interview appointments were being set to meet with the Farr Group today, Thursday. The purpose of the appointments is to provide feedback from residents regarding long range plans for the village. The Farr Group was hired by the Village as part of the $75,000 RTA Grant received to explore TransitOriented Development possi-
bilities near the Metra station. Mayor Mary Werner said “We are looking for feedback from our residents as to what they envision for the future of Worth. We are looking at longrange plans that will help us move the Village forward.” Residents interested in participating in the interviews may contact the Village Hall at 708-448-1181. • Trustee Warren Soldan, liaison to the Public Safety committee, announced that the village has hired a new code enforcement officer, Cody Padanik. “He worked previously in Lemont and is experienced in code enforcement,’’ Soldan said. “We look forward to working with him.’’ Padanik replaces William Kohlberg who accepted employment with another community. • Soldan also thanked everyone who worked on the National Night Out, celebrated
on Aug. 3. He said it was the largest attendance in four years and more than 400 hot dogs were distributed. • Werner encouraged resident to attend the third annual “Battle in the Burbs” on Sunday at the Standard Stadium Bank in Crestwood. It is a softball game in which municipal mayors play against police and fire departments. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. and the game starts at 2:30 p.m. All proceeds go to Special Olympics. • Werner also announced that volunteers are needed for Worth Days, scheduled for August 20-August 23. To volunteer, contact the Worth Park District at 708-448-7080. • Trustees Kevin Ryan and Tedd Muersch, Jr., were absent from the meeting, as was Village Clerk Bonnie Price who was on vacation. Ryan had a work conflict and Muersch was absent without notice.
Children and teens encouraged to ‘STOMP Out’ bullying Chicago Ridge Mall, 95th Street and Ridgeland Avenue, with it’s two partners iHeart Radio and Stomp Out Bullying, is encouraging children and teens to put an end to bullying by participating in two in-mall back to school events and an Instagram stakes. The first event is Take A Stand, set from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the mall. iHeart Radio DJ Dominique Da Diva from WKSC-FM will be at Chicago Ridge Mall to talk about this serious issue before school starts. She will encourage attendees to take their own pledge against bullying on Instagram for a chance to win four tickets to an iHeart Radio concert. Attendees can enter a free gift card giveaway, check out a live performance from Precision Dance Project, Oak Lawn H.S. Spartan dance team, mini-make overs by Tricoci University, and enjoy free
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Local Briefs treats, courtesy of Dairy Queen, Chick-fil-A and more. The second event is a Stomp Out Bullying block party scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29. The block party is to celebrate the start of the school year, and continue the discussion about bullying and cyberbullying. Chicago Ridge Malll’s block party hopes to be both fun and informative with music, food, fashion, dancing and chances to win prizes. Attendees can enjoy a fun photo booth, mini-makeovers and beauty consultations by Tricoci University, and an encore live performance from Precision Dance Company all while iHeart Radio DJ Dominique Da Diva from WKSC-FM returns to play the summer’s hottest hits. To celebrate the back-to-school shopping season,
participants will also get a sneakpeak at trending fall fashions from retailers like H&M, Forever 21 and Aeropostale. To combat cyberbullying, Chicago Ridge Mall is asking teens and kids to take to Instagram and upload a short video explaining how they plan to take a stand against bullying and cyberbullying during the school year. When they use the hashtags #STOMPOutBullying and #ChicagoRidgeMall, they will be entered for a chance to win four tickets to a local iHeart Radio concert. The contest runs through Saturday, Aug. 29. Participants can look at Stomp Out Bullying’s Facebook page for sweepstakes rules and regulations. For more information, call Chicago Ridge Mall at 499-0840, or visit shoppingchicagoridgemall.
com. For more information about Stomp Out Bullying, visit stompoutbullying.org. PALOS TOWNSHIP Palos Township residents can file property assessment appeals starting Monday The residents of Palos Township can file a property assessment appeal application from Monday, Aug. 17 to Tuesday, Sept. 15 at the Palos Township office, 10802 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, please call 598-4449. Appeal applications must be received by the Cook County Board of Review no later than Sept. 15. Palos Township employees will assist residents with applications until Monday, Sept. 14, allowing the last day, Tuesday, Sept. 15 for delivery.
(Continued from page 1) to cease and switch, Sharizi said he has not heard a peep about Big Chief. “No one has ever protested,” he said. “We treat this statue with respect. We are not using him to sell anything.’’ Ithal, the one-man painting machine on this project, is a longtime Oak Lawn resident who is not really a painter by trade. He is a carpet cleaner. But he has enough painting chops to convince Sharizi he was the man for the job. “He’s a customer of mine,” Sharizi said. “We talked. I told him I would pick the colors and I did a lot of research online.
The last painter (15 years ago) made it very basic. I didn’t like that. This is brighter and more colorful.’’ Ithal said he was happy to take on this project. He had some hot, but dry weather to work with last week and at one point on Friday, he stepped back and took a look at the work he had completed, smiled and said “It looks great.’’ All week people have been stopping by 9630 Southwest Highway, to talk with Ithal and Sharizi about the painting project. Many others honked horns, seemingly in approval of Ithal’s work. “I been driving by this Indian for years and I always wanted to paint it,” Itha said. “I’ve done a few other things --- I like doing art, but I’ve never done anything this big.’’
Two men charged in OL armed robbery Two men were apprehended following an armed robbery that occurred about 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Walgreens store at 4740 W. 95th St. in Oak Lawn. Just before the alert was broadcast about the robbery, an Oak Lawn police officer noticed a black Pontiac leave the parking lot onto Hilton Drive, violate a no left turn sign onto 95th Street, and head east at a high rate of speed. As the officer followed the vehicle a short distance, the alert was received from the 911 dispatch center regarding the robbery, and the vehicle was curbed. The driver, Michael W. Coffelt, 49, of the 19500 block of Redwood Lane, Mokena, was arrested at the scene. But the passenger later identified as Dion L. Ware, 45, of
the 14500 block of South Green Street, Harvey, led police on a foot chase. Oak Lawn officers, along with a K-9 unit from Bridgeview ., began a search of the area. Ware was tracked to an apartment building in the 4300 block of West 95th Street, where a resident told officers he had observed the subject run into an apartment there. Ware was taken into custody after being identified by a store employee as the subject who robbed the store. Both men were charged with armed robbery, and taken to the Bridgeview Courthouse for a bond hearing. Ware was held on $150,000 bond while Coffelt was issued a $100,000 bond. --Reporter News
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It was good news for five street areas in Worth at last Wednesday’s Board Meeting when the Board awarded a street resurfacing project to Gallagher Asphalt of Thornton in the amount of $279,919. According to Public Works Director, Wayne Demonbreun, five streets will be resurfaced within the next two to three weeks. The streets included in the resurfacing project for 2015 include: 114th Place, from Harlem Avenue to Beloit Avenue; 112th Street, from Harlem Avenue to Depot Street; and also Nagle, Natchez, and Neenah Avenues, from 115th Street to Home Avenue. While the original bid from Gallagher Asphalt came in as the lowest bid at $328,976.50, Demonbreun said that the Village’s Public Works Department realized that there was work included in the specs
that his department was capable of handling. Village Engineer, Mike Spolar negotiated with Gallagher Asphalt and the price was reduced to $279, 919, saving the village $49,360.50. Also bidding on the project were D Construction, Crowley-Sheppard Asphalt and KFive Construction.
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Making health happy in America By Glenn Mollette Medical care is a lifelong necessity to a happy normal life. Here are the solutions to solving the medical care crisis in our country. Put the very poor and disabled on Medicaid. Essentially that is where they are now. Allow those with preexisting conditions to buy into Medicare. If they are making just above the poverty rate then give them a financial break. Most people with a preexisting condition do not mind paying. They simply want some health insurance. Next, allow the working people to have their insurance through their employers or buy insurance from any state in America. We need more competitive insurance carriers in the market. The cost of prescription drugs is killing some Americans faster than their diseases. We commonly hear television stories about people going bankrupt because of cancer treatments. It’s time for us to Partner with Canada in an International prescription agreement. Our food and drug administration with Canada’s partnership could authorize safe drug houses for us to purchase our prescriptions. If you don’t mind traveling to Mexico you can already walk into their pharmacies and buy what you want. We need some type of North American Drug Deal that helps sick people buy medicine cost effectively and safely. Emphasize and fund our county health clinics. Keep nurses on staff who can treat people with basic issues such as viruses and hand out birth control to women and men. Provide care for pregnant women by offering free ultrasounds. The health clinics must have access to our public schools. Representatives should be visiting the schools teaching prevention to at least all the elementary and junior high students. One of the main solutions to solving the medical crisis in our country is teaching our children about good health habits at an early age. In simple terms children need to hear about what is good and what is bad to eat. They need to hear about exercise, sleep, food portions and the importance of flossing and brushing their teeth. Warn them about the dangers of smoking and over drinking. And, it has to be more than just saying something is bad for you. Show pictures of what a smoker’s lungs look like. Show pictures of what fat looks like in our bellies. Obviously our children are not getting this information in their health classes. Our children are getting fatter and fatter and becoming very obese Americans. Thus, they are dealing with diabetes and heart issues at very young ages. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. We must press the health information on the minds of American people and make the care available and affordable. If we live long enough we will all die from some health related issue. However, good medical care is an integral part of living a happy normal life. Glenn Mollette is an American Syndicated Columnist and Author. He is the author of eleven books and read in all 50 states. This column does not necessarily reflect the view of any organization, institution or this paper or media source.
Valuable bonding time has vanquished The with shrinking summer ine Grapevine There’s something sacred about summer vacation that we don’t respect today the way we did when we were kids. If you haven’t figured out my logic from past columns, Baby Boomers are the smartest and best people in the world. It’s a fact. I’ll prove it some other time. When we were kids, we had a real summer. And we could take summer vacations with our families. They helped us mold our character and gave us time to bond as a family. They didn’t involve expensive vacations we couldn’t afford flying to an exotic beaches. The best vacations were when dad got us in our cars and we drove around the country on a road trip, collecting window stickers from the places we visited. As dad drove, we sang, we talked, and we relaxed together. We even brought along the dog. Today, I think the whole idea of summer has been destroyed, sacrificed to the
failure of our leaders to manage our budgets and the economy. Part of it has to do with our schools. I don’t want to get into the whole debate of how many days should students be in school, but vacations were a timing issue that had to do with being off of school. Amazingly, many schools started this week in Illinois. It’s only the middle of August. When I was a kid, we were off in mid-June and we didn’t return until Labor Day at the beginning of September. We had 10 weeks of vacation or 50 summer days, not including 15 other days for Easter/ spring break, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. And when we didn’t go on a summer road trip, we hung around the house with our friends, without the pressures of homework or the distractions of computer. Today, a lot of families are not really families at all.
They don’t want summer vacation, in-year holidays or days off. School is a daycare center. Working is a bigger challenge for parents, including those that are single. It’s really a shame to see our children have to report in to school so early and miss the chance to build their friendships and bond with their families. Vacations with the family are the things that build character. Your family vacations will stay with you for years as you age and your parents depart this world. The best family bonding starts at the dinner table but is reinforced during family vacations. I hate to see so many kids miss that. America’s love of vacations was depicted in Hollywood’s Vacation movie series. It starred Chevy Chase and Beverly D’Angelo as parents taking their kids, Rusty and Audrey, on vacations. They went across the country to Wally World, to Las Vegas,
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to Europe and experienced Christmas vacations twice. The new Vacation movie picks up with a grown Rusty wanting to do what his parents did, bond with the family. Sadly, the hilarious new Vacation movie is filled with so many bad words, it was hard to enjoy. Am I missing something in all this? Do understand what I’m trying to get at? We had a better lifestyle when I was younger and I am not sure why it has changed. The world has gone to pot, families are falling apart, and we have less and less time to enjoy ourselves as families. And all I can do is wonder why. Ray Hanania is an awardwinning former Chicago City Hall reporter. Reach him at rghanania@gmail.com.
Letters to the Editor Let’s get ready for a productive school year Dear Editor: A school’s environment should not only be conducive to learning and safe but a welcome for the students and faculty to their home away from home. It took a lot of hard work to be ready for the first day of school. Thanks to all responsible. These new beginnings energize and excite us. The criteria for a good education is academics but it must also meet the emo-
tional and personal needs of the students especially in today’s society. The office while maintaining its professionalism should also be empathic to the needs of the teaching staff. The school is a family unit working together towards one goal of academic and social skills. Keeping the lines of communication open can prevent misinformation which causes havoc .Intimidation and bullying are not allowed. A kind word or a compliment goes a long way in establishing self-esteem. I base my opinions on working with
seven principals and seven superintendents in my 24 years as a school secretary. Each new person brought in new ideas and there were always periods of adjustment. In any event, the needs of the students were always met because we became a school family. Be the best you can be. The rewards are many. Best wishes for a safe, fun, healthy and productive school year! Thank you, Marlene Jeziorski Oak Lawn
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Inside The First Amendment
Olympic ¿asco: Awarding Beijing rewards persecution By Charles C. Haynes Last week, the International Olympic Committee awarded Beijing the 2022 Winter Games, demonstrating yet again that selection of a host city has everything to do with politics, money and power — and nothing whatsoever to do with human rights. While Chinese government officials were celebrating the “Olympic spirit” in Beijing, it was religious persecution as usual in the rest of the country. The same week of the Olympic announcement, Chinese Christians in Zhejiang — a province in eastern China — were frantically organizing a movement to push back against a government campaign to remove exterior crosses from their churches or, in some case, tear down the church itself. Social media carried images of courageous Chinese Christians making crosses to wear and place on
their homes as a non-violent protest against government repression. Last year alone, at least 400 churches were demolished or had crosses forcibly removed, according to the 2015 Annual Report of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (www.uscirf.gov). This week Chinese police detained seven church members in Zhejiang who have been resisting cross removal. They were charged with embezzlement and a variety of other apparently trumped up charges, including “instigating others to disrupt the social order.” Christians, of course, are not the only targets of government persecution in China. Uighur Muslims, Tibetan Buddhists, Falun Gong practitioners and others face harassment, arrest, torture, and imprisonment by a government determined to control and repress people of faith. Apologists for the Olympic selection
process made hopeful noises in 2001 when Beijing was chosen as the site for the 2008 Summer Games. Holding the Olympics in China, the argument went, will put the spotlight on human rights concerns and encourage the government to grant more religious freedom. Instead, winning the Olympic bid in 2008 apparently inspired China’s totalitarian regime to move in the opposite direction by cracking down on religious groups with increasing brutality. Tibetan Buddhist Goshul Lobsang, to cite just one of many examples, was imprisoned for helping to organize a peaceful protest in 2008. Last year, Lobsang died shortly after his release from prison where, according to the USCIRF report, he suffered “extreme malnourishment and brutal torture, such as regular injections and stabbings.” As a reward for this abysmal hu-
man rights record, Beijing is now set to become the first city in modern Olympic history to host both the summer and winter Games. To be fair, the IOC had limited choices in the contest for the 2022 games. Four democratic countries, including frontrunner Norway, withdrew from the competition — leaving the IOC to choose between China and Kazakhstan, another authoritarian regime that routinely violates religious freedom and other human rights. The Olympics been become so costly, disruptive and unpopular that soon only totalitarian governments prepared to spend billions and repress dissent will be able to host the games. One solution floating around the Internet would be to designate a permanent home for the Olympics — Greece being the obvious choice. But the allure of national self-aggrandizement, billion dollar media deals, and fancy VIP receptions is probably too
great to permit transformation of the current Olympic culture. Dressing up totalitarianism in Olympic colors comes at a cost. Russia, it should be remembered, spent more than 50 billion dollars on the Sochi Winter Games in 2014 — a propaganda extravaganza that fooled no one outside Russia. But the greater cost is to the Olympic spirit — and, indeed, the human spirit. I enjoy the Winter Olympic Games as much as the next person. But unless China begins to take religious freedom seriously, I won’t be watching in 2022. Charles C. Haynes is vice president of the Newseum Institute and executive director of the Religious Freedom Center. E-mail: chaynes@ newseum.org Web: www.religiousfreedomcenter.org Twitter: @hayneschaynes
Thursday, August 13, 2015 The Reporter
End of summer fun comes to next Palos Farmers Market Library and face painting Finale and Rec. Dept. rafÀe
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Little Company wins big award Little Company of Mary Hospital (LCMH) of Evergreen Park has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Acute Coronary Treatment and Intervention Outcomes Network (ACTION) Registry–GWTG Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2015. LCMH is one of the top 8.5 percent of hospitals nationally to be recognized for this quality achievement. The award recognizes LCMH’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients and signifies that LCMH has reached a goal of treating these patients beyond standard levels of care, as outlined by the American College of Cardiology/ American Heart Association clinical guidelines and recommendations. To receive the ACTION Reg-
istry–GWTG Silver Performance Achievement Award, LCMH consistently followed the treatment guidelines in the ACTION Registry–GWTG for four consecutive quarters in 2014 and exceeded the performance standard of 90 percent for specific performance measures, with an overall composite score of 95 percent. “The implementation of these guidelines requires successful coordination of the cardiovascular team and emergency personnel and is a critical step in saving the lives and improving outcomes of heart attack patients,” said Thomas Quinn, M.D., director of cardiology and medical director of the heart failure clinic at LCMH. “It reflects the hard work and dedication of the staff members at LCMH who care for some of our most critical patients and their families.”
The Center for Disease Control estimates that over 700,000 Americans suffer a heart attack each year. A heart attack occurs when a blood clot in a coronary artery partially or completely blocks blood flow to the heart muscle. Treatment guidelines include administering aspirin upon arrival and discharge, timely restoration of blood flow to the blocked artery, smoking cessation counseling and cardiac rehabilitation, among others. “This award is a proud achievement for LCMH,” said Cindy Deuser, R.N. and vice president of quality improvement at LCMH. “Our patients can be confident in knowing they will receive optimal and timely heart attack care from the moment they arrive at our door.” --Little Company of Mary Hospital
Worth Park District
Worth Park District headquarSupplied photo ters are located in the Charles Face painter Cate Hynes has delighted young farmers market patrons all summer long. “Thanks M. Christensen Terrace Centre, Cate!” says farmers market manager Anne Girzadas. 11500 S. Beloit Ave. For more inThe end of summer vacation Karen Lulb, Marie Walczak and vegan frozen vegetable patties formation, call 448-7080, or visit for many young Farmers Mar- Dianne Jedlicka. and wraps, soups, desserts and worthparkdistrict.org. This will be the last day for face peppers. Make sure to bring your ket patrons is approaching. This Ongoing: The Worth Park DisWednesday marks the end of the painting for this season’s market. knives and tools to be sharpened trict Tot Lot Preschool is accepting Library Farmers Market series, Cate has been entertaining the onsite, and pick up everything registration for the new school and the last face painting of the young patrons all summer with you need for Labor Day parties year. For three and four-year olds, beautiful works of art. She will and picnics at Pampered Chef. season. this developmental, all-inclusive The Palos Heights Library will be at Wednesday’s market from LINK, Senior Farmers Market program features curriculum be the guest of the market with 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Many thanks Nutrition Program and WIC cou- and group play that is designed Story Hour from 10 a.m. to noon. to her for her dedication to our pons are all accepted at the Palos to prepare children for kinderThe theme of this week’s stories young patrons. market. Stop by the City Tent to garten, making the transition as Later season produce is coming start the LINK process. While comfortable as possible. Children will be “Summer Beat.” Summer keeps on going with fun stories, into the market. Start looking there, pick up this week’s “Recipe will also participate in programs songs, and a craft for all the young for apples, corn, and early fall of the Week,” along with previous that will encourage healthy habits, patrons. In addition, the Library squashes. In addition, summer summertime recipes. In addition, fitness awareness, and fine and staff will be on hand with “Novel fruits and vegetables continue to all previous recipes can be found large motor development. RegisCooking” cookbooks, tote bags be plentiful. Berries, peaches, at www.WellbeingMD.com, or at tration is available at the Charles apricots and a very large selec- www.palosheights.org. Make sure M. Christensen Terrace Centre. and Fall program information. The Recreation Department tion of vegetables are in the to pick up or have endorsed your Ongoing: The Worth Park Diswill be the guest of the Com- market every week. Stop by and Frequent Shopper Card at the trict Recreation After School promunity Tent. A Fitness Punch pick up everything you need for City Tent. Ten endorsements of gram is committed to providing Pass Raffle will take place at 1 back to school lunches. Other your card enter you into a year- quality care for school age children p.m. All market patrons are eli- food products available include end market raffle, to be held at in a safe and fun environment. gible to participate. Fall Program breads, croissants, bakery, pies noon on Oct. 14. Every time you Students will enjoy structured and Little Learners Preschool and noodles, cheeses, eggs, but- bring a can of fruit, vegetables, and unstructured play including information will also be avail- ter, olive oils and vinegars, jams or protein to be donated to the large and small group activities, able. Rita Schultz, Little Learn- and local honey, beef, pork, ba- local food pantries, you receive homework time and more. Transers Preschool Teacher and Day con, sausages and chicken, salsas, double credit on your card. portation is provided between Dreamer jewelry artist, will also pasta sauces and Italian peppers, For more, visit palosheights. Worth District 127 schools and be selling her beautiful creations. toffee, three different varieties of org, call 361-1800, join us on Face- the Charles S. Christensen Terrace Congratulations to the following ready to eat tamales, pizza and book, or email farmersmarket@ Centre. Registration is ongoing for winners of the July 29 Palos Pool pizza products, ready to bake palosheights.org the new school year at the Charles Pass raffle: Ashley Wittenmeier, pizza, pesto, and organic and -- Palos Heights Farmers Market M. Christensen Terrace Centre.
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Death Notices Ronald Murdoch Ronald Murdoch, 76, died July 24 in Joliet. He lived in Oak Lawn and his family has lived there more than 50 years. He was a veteran and is buried in Lincoln National Cemetery. He was a carpenter.
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is Hereby Given that on 9-13-15, a sale will be held at A-Ok Automotive, Inc., at 5809 S. Archer Avenue, Chicago, Il. 60638, 773-581-7979, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. Janie Johnson & Brennon Lloyd 2006 Chevrolet Vin# 2G1WB58K769323864 Lien Amount: $2,000.00
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Bringing rain barrels and rain…
Evergreen Park Mayor Jim Sexton and Metropolitan Water Reclamation District President Mariyana Spyropoulos lift a rain barrel as the village is thinking of providing free barrels for its residents. Minutes after this photo was taken on Monday, it began to rain. Spyropoulos also visited Chicago Ridge, where Chuck Tokar said about 752 residents were requesting barrels, and Palos Hills and Mayor Jerry Bennett.
LEGAL NOTICE IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF CRAWFORD COUNTY, KANSAS Notice of Hearing- Publication Pursuant in K.S.A. 38-2237 IN THE INTEREST OF- A.O.H. (YOB: 1997) Case No. 15JC53G NOTICE OF HEARING To: Modena Stinette, the mother; You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in this court alleging that the child named above is a Child in need of care. A hearing on the petition filed by the state is set for the 19th day of August, 2015 at 2:00 PM at the Crawford County Judicial Center, 602 North Locust, Pittsburg, Kansas. The parent and any other person having legal custody are required to appear before this court on the date and time shown or to file your written response to the petition with the Clerk of the District Court prior to that time. Failure to respond or to appear before the court at the time shown will not prevent the court from entering judgment as requested in the petition, finding that the child is a Child in Need of Care, removing the child from the custody of parent. You have the right to appear before the court and be heard personally either with or without an attorney. The court will appoint an attorney for any parent who desires an attorney but is financially unable to hire one. The court may order on or both parents to pay child support. Crawford County Attorney’s Office By: Abby Lehman, Juvenile Clerk
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is Hereby Given that on 9-13-15, a sale will be held at Ed’s Body Shop, Inc., 17713 S. Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park, IL 60477, 708-532-4003, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. Mark A. Kuech 2007 Chevrolet VIN#1GCDT19E078251318 Lien Amount: $12,925.00 1 5 9 14 15 16 17 18 20 22 23 26 29 30 31 33 36 37 42 43 44 47 48 51 52
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56 Collar attachment for Spot 57 “MASH” setting 58 “Shh! Don’t tell!” and hint to what can precede the starts of 18-, 23-, 37- and 52-Across 63 Cheesy sandwich 64 Dance in a line 65 Actress Garr 66 Autobahn auto 67 Like a truck climbing a steep hill 68 Flower part 69 Tiff 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 19 21
Down White House family Respect that’s “paid” Coin with a buffalo, once Designer Mary-Kate or Ashley Klutzy fellow U.N. worker protection gp. Doone of Exmoor Red Sea republic “Texas” poker variety Very small batteries Prefix with metric Kith and __ Exploit Hankering Button that gets things going (Answers on page 9)
24 Sandwich cookie 25 Raring to go 26 Airline with famously tight security 27 Symbol of peace 28 Hair colorings 32 Vegetables in pods 33 The “B” in TV’s former The WB network 34 “Your point being...?” 35 Target city for Godzilla 37 Tyne of “Judging Amy” 38 Margarine 39 __ buco: veal dish 40 Scuba diving area 41 Not tight 45 Familiar adage 46 Evening, in ads 48 Inflame with enthusiasm 49 Marcos with a shoe collection 50 “Take a hike!” 53 Verifiable findings 54 “Snowy” wader 55 Sauce tomatoes 56 “Othello” conspirator 58 Here, in Le Havre 59 Truck weight unit 60 NBC late-night comedy hit 61 Before, in poetry 62 Tiny Dickens boy
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LEGAL NOTICE Notice is Hereby Given that on 9-13-15, a sale will be held at Hollywood Motors, Inc., 3637 Woodside, Brookfield, IL 60513, 708-485-9333, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. E. Scott Ostrowski & Scott Ostrowski 2006 Jeep VIN#1J8HG48NX6C275378 Lien Amount: $4,808.40
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is Hereby Given that on 9-13-15, a sale will be held at Gold Coast Auto Body, 900 W. Division St., Chicago, IL 60642, 312-7870333, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. Gwenae Jackson 2012 Volkswagen VIN#3VWJP7AT0CM601232 Lien Amount: $24,636.14
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SCHOOLS / COMMUNITY NEWS
Call them comeback kids Saint Xavier University alumni return to their alma mater Each academic year, students from Saint Xavier University graduate and leave memories of their time in school. Most graduates find jobs, others look for new schools to receive higher degrees but some end up returning to their alma mater as faculty and staff members. The same can be said for Marvin Fourte, Brandon Swanson, Brian Bartelment, Rebekah Marshall, Laura Richardella, and Romana Amato. Fourte, 22, graduated in May with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and writing and philosophy minor. As a student, he was actively involved on campus – guitarist, jazz combo, and in both education and chess clubs. Fourte was a Sigma Tau Delta national honor student and appointed by SXU President Christine Wiseman to give private campus tours to guests. Now, Fourte is back at SXU as an administrative assistant for University Advancement. “My goal is to be an effective member of the University Advancement staff and produce reliable and positive work,” said Fourte. Swanson, 22, also graduated in May with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication and business management minor. He was involved in SXU Council and
Student Senate. During his senior year, he contributed to SXU Alumni and Parent Relations’ first-ever Comics for Cougars, a now annual Homecoming event. As an avid sports enthusiast, Swanson served as sports director of WXAV 88.3 FM, SXU’s student radio program. While working with WXAV, he announced the home and away games for basketball and football. In 2012, he received the Student Silverdome Award for “Best Live Game Sports Broadcast” by the Illinois Broadcaster’s Association. He now serves as assistant director for Alumni and Parent Relations. “I am so passionate about my position here at SXU and I could not ask for a better group of people to work with who also want to make the university a better place for our amazing students,” said Swanson. Bartelment, 26, graduated from SXU in December 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and writing minor. While being a full-time student, Bartelment served as an intern for University Relations. This opportunity gave him a chance to build an impressive portfolio and resume. As a web marketing specialist for University Relations, he said he hopes to make SXU’s web pages and email marketing more engaging and user friendly.
LEGAL NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, -v.SARAH WANTIEZ A/K/A SARAH E. WANTIEZ, ARBOR WORTH CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants
QUICKEN LOANS, INC Plaintiff, -v.THE ESTATE OF PAMELA M. BOKHOLDT BY SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, KEVIN CRUMRINE, EVERGREEN HEALTHCARE CENTER, LLC, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF PAMELA M. BOKHOLDT Defendants
12 CH 21019 10747 S. HARLEM AVE. UNIT A1 Worth, IL 60482 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 24, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 27, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: UNIT 1A TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS IN ARBOR WORTH CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINlUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 00689399, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, IN THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 10747 S. HARLEM AVE. UNIT A1, Worth, IL 60482 Property Index No. 24-18-300-044-1001. The real estate is improved with a single family residence.
Marshall, 29, graduated magna cum laude from SXU in 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication. As a student, she worked closely with Jacqueline Battalora, professor of sociology, anthropology and criminal justice, on women’s rights activities. Marshall also participated in a yearlong campaign entitled, “She is Made,” which promoted healthy body images for women and removed the sexual implications of women and girls from advertisements. Now, Marshall works as a media project manager for University Relations. “The people you encounter at SXU are truly passionate about teaching and being there for students and I am thrilled that I get to be a part of that,” said Marshall. Richardella, 24, graduated in 2013 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication with concentrations in online communication, media production and journalism. As a student, she excelled academically with a 4.0 GPA, but also worked in conjunction with University Relations for her senior seminar project. Additionally, Richardella worked as a clerical assistant for Community High School District 218. As marketing communication manager for University Relations, Richardella aspires to increase awareness of the opportunities available at SXU.
“As a student, you form a certain kind of relationship with faculty, staff and your peers,” said Richardella. “Once you become a staff member, your perception changes – it allows you to realize the effort that it takes to provide the opportunities and education you appreciated as a student.” Amato, 26, graduated summa cum laude from SXU in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and writing minor. As a student, she was involved on campus – literary editor for OPUS, literary magazine; English tutor; and copy editor for the Xaverite, student newspaper. Amato was on the Dean’s list all four years and received an Excellence in Writing award for her creative writing skills. Amato has been working at SXU since she graduated but was recently promoted to director of web strategy for University Relations. During her five years of employment, she obtained her master’s in writing and publishing from DePaul University and graduated with honors in 2012. “Our students are so passionate, motivated and full of big dreams; they study hard, bring thoughtful ideas and questions to class and support one another,” said Amato. “Ultimately, my goal is to help students transition smoothly from college to the Submitted photo professional world, especially in Romana Amato is one of six former SXU students who are regard to writing well on the job.” back working at the Chicago school. --St. Xavier University
Cheering for good health Queen of Peace (Continued from page 1)
14 CH 14378 9024 CENTRAL AVENUE Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 23, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 3, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 33 AND 34 IN CENTRAL AVENUE AND 91ST AVENUE AND 91ST STREET SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9024 CENTRAL AVENUE, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-05-232-025-0000 & 24-05232-026-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence.
The judgment amount was $126,087.72. The judgment amount was $115,031.42. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certi¿ed 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 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 certi¿ed 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 con¿rmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certi¿cate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after con¿rmation 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 ¿le 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 identi¿cation 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 identi¿cation for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certi¿ed 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 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 certi¿ed 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 con¿rmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certi¿cate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after con¿rmation 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 ¿le 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.
For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to ¿le number IL-001549.
You will need a photo identi¿cation 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 identi¿cation for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to ¿le number C1403866.
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.
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.
KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 Attorney File No. IL-001549 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 12 CH 21019 TJSC#: 35-10881
POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C14-03866 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 14 CH 14378 TJSC#: 35-11202
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.
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.
Submitted Photos Richards and Shepard’s dance and cheerleading teams got the word out – loudly – about heath at Shepard’s Health Fair Friday at the Palos Heights school.
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CLampus eaders UNIVERSITY OF IOWA Several local students received degrees from the University of Iowa at the close of the spring 2015 semester. The students include Evergreen Park resident sJohn Caraher who received a Bachelor of Arts in English, Michael Herbick who received a Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Physiology, and Mary Kellogg who received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing. Emily Goddard of Oak Lawn received a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and a BA in French. Palos Hills resident Edwardo Galvan received a Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering and Kevin Sparks who received a Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology along with a CER-Writing degree. Daniel Brumbaugh of Worth received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies. ST. MARY OF NOTRE DAME Emily Wren of Oak Lawn earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from St. Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Ind.
he was drawn to Queen of Peace, locted at 7659 S. Linder Ave. in Burbank, because he has a strong attachment to the Sinsinawan Dominicans. “My mother was a professor at Dominican University, and I basically grew up there. As a child, I roamed the campus, and the sisters got to be like second mothers, and aunts and grandmothers to me,” he explained. “I have such profound respect for the Sinsinawan Dominicans. This is an opportunity to continue their mission of scholarship and social justice, providing young women with a diverse learning environment and challenging curriculum.” The new principal said Queen of Peace is differentiating itself by expanding its curriculum, particularly in the area of engineering. A few years ago, the school began providing all students with laptop computers, giving them access to software such as AutoCAD, a drafting and design program. The second year of implementing Project Lead the Way’s STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) program is also about to start. To include the ongoing “Arts Without Borders” program, Art has also been added, making it STEAM. PLTW, a non-profit organization, provides “rigorous and innovative STEM education curricular programs used in middle and high schools across the United States,” according to information on the Queen of Peace website. In “Arts Without Borders,” students participate in cultural and fine arts experiences offered throughout the Chicago area. They are exposed to dif-
ferent disciplines, and work on quarterly project incorporating all departments and technology. Belkaoui said PLTW students get hands-on experience, with many participating in robotics teams that compete against other schools. “We want these young women to be able to get scholarships and make use of the opportunities, going on to universities and high-paying careers using these technology skills,” he said. Queen of Peace added two engineering electives, supplementing the traditional math and science classes this year. Belkaoui said the school focuses on integrating the STEAM courses throughout the curriculum. The new principal’s work experience is as diverse as the curriculum he oversees. He began his career in 2004, teaching at Morton West High School, and then Providence St. Mel, a private K-12 school in Chicago where 100 percent of seniors usually attend four-year colleges and universities. From there, he was tapped to become a dean at Providence Englewood Charter School, also in Chicago. He and his wife, Heidy, then spent two years in Cambodia, where he was principal of the Jay Pritzker Academy in Siem Reap. Most recently, he was director of Young Scholars Kenderton, a school in North Philadelphia, Pa. As opening day approaches, he has been busy ensuring everything is in order. “I am looking forward to the year, meeting the students and seeing them take advantage of these opportunities. That is what I am excited about,” he said.
Stanley cup (Continued from page 1) should be aware of parking restrictions throughout Alsip. No one is allowed on the premises and the parking lots will be closed until 7 am. According to school officials, the time that the cup will be at the school is limited and a large crowd is expected. Marist hopes to have as many people see the cup as possible, however, the school cannot guarantee everyone in line will be able to see the cup. Those who do not see the cup will not be charged. From there, he said, the Cup will proceed to Standard Bank Stadium, where it will be on display from about noon to 2 p.m. at the home of the Windy City Thunderbolts baseball team, 14011 S. Kenton Ave., in Crestwood. T-Bolts officials said there will also be a $10 fee, cash only, today. Photos will be taken by Quality Plus Photos in Worth. In the evening, following a private party in the afternoon,
the cup will spend a few hours at 115 Bourbon Street, the restaurant and entertainment complex at 3359 W. 115th Street in Merrionette Park. That venue is a favorite place to watch Blackhawks games for many hockey fans, especially during the playoffs. Following a private party there for family and friends from 6 to 9 p.m., patrons will be invited in to see the Cup from 9 to 11 p.m. Gapski said that although a fee, usually $10 is charged to people who want to get a photo with the cup, the money is donated to good causes. “Any funds generated goes to charity,” he said. “It is a way of raising money for non-profit organizations. That is what it is for.” Gapski said that with the last two Stanley Cup championships appearances, in 2010 and 2013 raised a lot of money for organizations like Special Olympics and Make-a-Wish Foundation.
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Good to Go looks good to go Take action to leave Comings the legacy you desire & A new Good to Go gas station is expected to open this month at 65th Street and Narragansett Avenue in Bedford Park and the village might soon be seeing another station closer to village hall. By The village reports that a gas Bob Bong station chain has a contract to purchase the Landmark property at the corner of Archer Avenue and Roberts Road. The station would also include a convenience store and possibly a restaurant. The Good to Go on 65th Street will feature a convenience store and a Checkers restaurant. It will be the only gas station on 65th between Harlem and Cicero avenues. ABRA Body & Glass expands ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a leading national damaged vehicle repair company based in Minnesota, has expanded to more than 40 locations after moving into the Chicago marketplace a year ago. The company moved into the market with its acquisition last year of the 24-location Collision Centers of America chain, and it hasn't stopped since. Earlier this year, it acquired four new collision repair centers including Zak’s Hi-Tech Collision Centers located in Blue Island and Crestwood, and Acacia Park Auto Body in Chicago. The growth has pushed the company's portfolio to 271 centers in 20 states. The 42 collision repair centers in Illinois makes the state its largest market. Binny's under construction Chicago-based liquor retailer Binny's Beverage Depot has begun construction on a new store in southwest suburban Mokena. The company announced the store at 21410 S. Wolf Road would be the first the retailer has built from the ground up. It is an outlot at the Meijer plaza at Wolf Road and U.S. 30. The 15,000-square-foot store is expected to open later this year. It will be the retailer's 32nd location. The store will feature a temperature-controlled wine cellar, a walk-in humidor, a rare spirits room and a beer cooler that will have more than 20 doors. The Mokena Binny's is expected to stock upwards of 8,000 kinds of wines, beers, distilled spirits and cigars. Binny's reported annual sales last year of about $330 million. Boutique fitness studio opens Spenga, a new fitness center that combines spin, strength training and yoga, has opened at 19626 S. LaGrange Road in Mokena, in the former Nick's restaurant location. Created by a group of local fitness professionals, the idea behind Spenga is to help members achieve
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their fittest selves without having to go to three different places to find it. All workouts combine 20 minutes of each technique and are adaptable to every fitness level and are designed to improve endurance, strength and flexibility. For information, call 708-9951489 or visit spenga.com or facebook.com/spengafitness. Love's Travel Stop under construction Construction is underway on Love’s Travel Stop at the site of the former Gibson Chevrolet on Route 6 in South Holland. The $9 million development will include auto and diesel gas, capacity for compressed natural gas, a large convenience store, a Hardee's restaurant, and a mobile tire and lube shop. They complex will employ approximately 65-70 people and will be open 24 hours a day. The development is expected to be open in the spring of 2016. Ingredion completes acquisition of Kerr Ingredion Inc., a leading global provider of ingredient solutions to diversified industries, this week announced that it has successfully completed the acquisition of Kerr Concentrates Inc., a privately held producer of natural fruit and vegetable concentrates, purees and essences, for approximately $100 million. "We are pleased to welcome Kerr into the Ingredion family. Kerr's portfolio of value-added ingredients made from fruits and vegetables resonate with consumers. We are excited to expand our portfolio of wholesome, clean-label solutions to help customers develop products that are on trend and in demand," said Ilene Gordon, Ingredion CEO. "We look forward to growing this business using our advanced technologies and product-development capabilities, as well as through our broad customer network and global presence," she added. Marquette declares dividend Marquette National Corp. has announced that its board of directors declared a cash dividend of 37 cents per share. The dividend will be payable on Oct. 1 to shareholders of record on Sept. 18. As of July 17, Marquette had 1,022,321 shares issued and outstanding. If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line at bobbong@hotmail.com. You can also catch up on Comings & Goings in other parts of the Southland at www.southlandbusinessnews.com and www.southlandsavvy. blogspot.com
Area Property Tran$fer$ Following are the property transfers in the area, according to the latest report, as received from the Cook County Recorder of Deeds Office. The Reporter Newspaper does not attempt to correct errors made by that office. Chicago Ridge Kukulak Dominik P to Irizarry Juan, 6440 W Pamela Ln, Unit #64401, $65,000; Bertucci Vincent to Callahan Lorraine M, 10341 Mcvicker Ave, Unit #1N, $38,000; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Szupernak Patrick, 7032 Oconnell Dr, Unit #3W, $35,000; Fannie Mae to RTL Enterprises LLC, 7033 W Mather Ave, Unit #3B, $49,000. Evergreen Park Keyser Prop LLC to Faith Mgmt & Dev Inc, 9136 S Ridgeway Ave, $294,000; Keyser Prop LLC to Faith Mgmt & Dev Inc, 9136 S Ridgeway Ave, $327,000; Lavin Terrence J Gdn to Anderson Janice M, 9301 S Millard Ave, $174,000; New Hope Inv Grp LLC to Dugan Matthew J, 9304 S Richmond ave, $276,000; Juravle Ioana Tr to Mack Industries II LLC, 8741 S Francisco Ave, $80,000; Tobias Patricia Tr to Shumard Sean, 10248 S Spaulding Ave, $164,000; Kahn Edward J Extr to Pinnacle Real Est Inv Grp LLC, 8819 S Fairfield Ave, $41,000; Johnsen Jason to Slubowski Scott, 9812 S Homan Ave, $166,500; Gester Kimberly E to Hynes Martin M, 9753 S Springfield Ave, $195,000.
Hickory Hills Nationstar Mtg LLC to Hourin Anwar N, 8314 W 91st St, $253,500; Gelazius Irena to Faryniarz Piotr, 8920 W 89th St, $175,000; Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp to Tatar Malgorzata Kalata, 7848 W 99th St, $180,000. Oak Lawn Lake Andrew to Virgi Properties Inc, 4916 Paxton Rd, $200,000; Mack Ind V LC to Felsen Nathaniel, 4853 W 93rd St, $15,500; Cirrus Inv Grp LLC to Zaborski Andrew, 5818 W 89th St, $92,000; Perales Alfred to Baschen Erin L, 10833 S Komensky Ave, $160,000; Cirrus Inv Grp LLC to Rangel Erik S, 10847 S Komensky Ave, $150,000; Jakymec Steve A Adm to Jakymec Steve A, 6914 96th Pl, $90,000; Polezoes Lisa to Kondrisack Matthew A, 10201 Kilbourn Ave, $126,000; Red Harlem Holdings LLC to PMG OL Investments LLC, 9301 Harlem Ave, $4,115,000; Bolker James Adm to Mora Richard C, 6949 W 87th St, $110,500; Deutsche Bk Natl Trust Co to Donati Cynthia, 9704 Merrimac Ave, $112,000; Anderson Kenneth R Tr to Martinez Juana, 9241 Kedvale Ave, $262,000; Brice Margaret to Carpenter Gregory J, 11047 S Keeler Ave, $140,000; Costache Ana to Uher Marina, 10219 S Komensky Ave, Unit #1D, $116,000; Genson David Tr to Samra Shaheem Hamed, 9233 53rd Pl, $270,500;
Masiliunas Scott Adm to Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr, 4001 93rd Pl, Unit #4G, $129,500; Hayes Linda M to Johnson Nikolai, 9549 Marion Ave, $167,000; Olson James W Extr to Diaz Salvador, 5904 Lynwood Dr, $180,000; Tweedie Jason A to Wantroba Kevin Q, 5216 Oak Center Dr, $237,500. Palos Hills Evens Erica L to Scrima Joan V, 11306 Sycamore Ln, Unit #66B, $133,000; Morley David J to Kraszewski Thomas, 10965 S 84th Ave, Unit #G3, $125,000; South Jennifer to Luburic Mary, 8115 Willow Dr, Unit #72A, $160,000; Brite Const Mgmt Grp Inc to Rams Krzystof, 10535 S 81st Ave, $365,000; Muehlnickel Allen C to Wawozny Marceli D, 10502 S Vicky Ln, $261,000. Worth Tapia Michelle to FRS Prop LLC, 10602 S Oak Tree Dr, $425,000; Bishop Dale Edward to Mcmahan Dawn, 11123 S Preller Ave, $132,000; Sieczka Stanley to Krzeminski Wojciech, 11400 S Natoma Ave, $218,000; Gawron Lisa R to Sprandel Renee A, 11235 S Natoma Ave, $141,000.
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August is What-Will-Be-YourLegacy month. If you knew this, you have an unusual knowledge of obscure celebrations. But even if you weren’t aware of this “month,” you can see that the idea behind it — the importance of leaving a legacy — is an important one. What should you do to help ensure you’ll leave the type of legacy you desire? To begin with, identify those people whom you’d like to directly benefit from your legacy. What can you leave behind to your children, grandchildren, other family members or even close friends? Then, think about those charitable organizations you support — can you leave something behind to them? Once you have decided what your legacy should look like, you can take steps to implement your ideas. Here are a few suggestions: • Draw up your will. A will is probably the most essential legacy-related document. Essentially, you need a will to ensure that your assets and personal belongings will be distributed according to your wishes. If you die intestate (without a will), your belongings will be distributed to your “heirs” as defined by state laws — and these distribu-
or physically incapacitated for a while. If this were to happen, you’ll want your family to be able to act on your behalf with regard to financial and health care decisions. To grant your loved ones this power, you may want to create a power of attorney and a health care directive. • Communicate your wishes. You need to communicate to your loved ones the actions you have taken regarding your will, living trust and other estateplanning documents. By explaining your wishes in advance, you may be able to help your family members avoid disputes and unpleasant surprises — and that lack of “drama” can also be a key part of your legacy. What Will Be Your Legacy Month will come and go. But by definition, your legacy will last beyond your lifetime — so make it a good one. Scott Johnson, CFP, is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, 974-1965. Edward Jones does not provide legal advice. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones financial advisor.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT – CHANCERY DIVISION
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-7CB, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-7CB Plaintiff, -v.SAMUEL BUTNARIU, MIDAMERICA BANK, FSB Defendants
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SUSAN AND FRED, LLC Plaintiff, -v.TPM REAL ESTATE, LLC SERIES 1, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 2295 10008 MOODY AVE Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 22, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 26, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 5 AND 6 IN BLOCK 12 IN HENRY IPEMA’S SUBDIVISION OF THAT PART OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 8 TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS WHICH LIES EAST OF THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST HIGHWAY EAST OF THE EAST LINE OF RIDGELAND AVENUE AND NORTHWEST OF THE NORTHWESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF THE WABASH RAILROAD ALSO THAT PART OF THE NORTH 33 FEET OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 8 TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS WHICH LIES EAST OF THE EAST LINE OF RIDGELAND AVENUE AND NORTHWEST OF THE NORTHWESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF THE WABASH RAILROAD IN TOWNSHIP OF WORTH IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 10008 MOODY AVE, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-08-313-025-0000; 24-08-313026-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $55,982.39. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certi¿ed 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 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 certi¿ed 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 con¿rmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certi¿cate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after con¿rmation 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 ¿le 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 identi¿cation 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 identi¿cation for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: NOONAN & LIEBERMAN, 105 W. ADAMS ST., SUITE 1800, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 431-1455 Please refer to ¿le number 1897-4.
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tions may not be at all what you had in mind. • Consider a living trust. Depending on your situation, you may need to go further than a will when creating the estate plans that help define your legacy. For example, you might want to create a living trust, which can allow your assets to go directly to your heirs, avoiding the public, time-consuming and potentially expensive process of probate. A living trust offers other benefits, too, so you may want to consult with a legal professional to learn more about this estate-planning tool. • Plan for your charitable gifts. To leave the legacy you have envisioned, you might want to do more than provide your loved ones with needed financial resources — you may also want to provide lasting support to those charitable or educational organizations whose work you admire. Toward this end, you might want to consult with your tax and legal advisors about charitable gifting strategies that can provide tax benefits, both now and in the future. • Give your family the power to act on your behalf. Like everyone else, you want to be in charge of your own destiny. Unfortunately, however, you may someday become mentally
14 CH 10148 9136 S. MASSASOIT Oak Lawn, IL 60453
PLAINTIFF VS Gerald P. Nordgren, solely as special representative for Marianne Kolnes (Deceased); Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Marianne Kolnes (Deceased); Tom Kolnes; Michael Revels; 7009 W. 100th Street Corporation; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, DEFENDANT(S)
NOTICE OF SALE
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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 27, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 3, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:
NOTICE OF PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Gerald P. Nordgren, solely as special representative for Marianne Kolnes (Deceased); UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MARIANNE KOLNES (DECEASED); Tom Kolnes; Michael Revels; 7009 W. 100th Street Corporation; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: Unit 302 as delineated on the survey of the following described parcel of real estate: Lot 17 and 18 in Frank Delugach`s Loretta Highlands, being a subdivision of the South 200 feet of the North 800 feet of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 7, Township 37 North, Range 13 East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois, which survey is attached as Exhibit “A” to Declaration of Condominium ownership made by HeritageStandard Bank and Trust Company, as Trustee under Trust number 5593 recorded in the Of¿ce of the Recorder of Deeds, Cook County, Illinois, as Document number 24, 889, 094, together with an undivided interest in said parcel (except from said parcel all property and space comprising all the units thereon as delineated, de¿ned and set forth in said declaration and survey).
LOT 351 IN ELMORE’S PARKSIDE TERRACE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9136 S. MASSASOIT, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-05-401-022-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $323,462.88. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certi¿ed 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 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 certi¿ed 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 con¿rmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certi¿cate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after con¿rmation 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 ¿le 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 identi¿cation 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 identi¿cation for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201, CHICAGO, IL 60606, (312) 3571125 Please refer calls to the sales department Please refer to ¿le number 14-01614.
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.
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.
NOONAN & LIEBERMAN 105 W. ADAMS ST., SUITE 1800 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 431-1455 Attorney File No. 1897-4 Attorney Code. 38245 Case Number: 15 CH 2295 TJSC#: 35-10787
LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC 175 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201 CHICAGO, IL 60606 (312) 357-1125 Attorney File No. 14-01614 Attorney Code. 18837 Case Number: 14 CH 10148 TJSC#: 35-10902
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.
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.
Commonly known as: 7009 100th Street, Unit 302, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 and which said mortgage was made by, Marianne Kolnes, unmarried; Mortgagor(s), to Urban Financial Group; Mortgagee, and recorded in the Of¿ce of the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois, as Document No. 0913519006; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU ¿le your answer or otherwise ¿le your appearance in this case in the Of¿ce of the Clerk of this County, 50 W. Washington, Chicago, IL 60602 on or before AUGUST 31, 2015 A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 120 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60602 Phone: (312) 239-3432 Fax: (312) 284-4820 Attorney No: 6314883 File No: 15IL00217-1 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that this ¿rm may be deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.
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Last week. a ton of folks used their noodles and guessed that last week’s photo was of a strainer or colander. Some didn’t appreciate the “Constipation Blues� clue (the ultimate strainer I would say) but it made us laugh and that’s all that matters. Dan and Kathy Higgins of Chicago Ridge didn’t strain to come up with the right answer as the dangerous tag team was first to come up with it. Other stars were able to nail it were Oak Lawn’s Steve Rosenbaum, Dan and Laura Heneghan, Debbie and Jon Gruver and Mike Sutko, Hickory Hills’ Griffin and Jack Faddis, Worth’s Theresa and George Rebersky, E.J. Oahueke, Elizabeth Hardin, Celeste Cameron, Linda and Dan Martin, Gene Lakinkski, Jerry and Carol Janicki and Gene Sikora, The best chef list also includes Palos Heights’ Crystine Busch and Chris Sarlas, Chicago Ridge’s Chris and Rick Towner, Patty Vandenberg and Dana Oswald, Palos Hills’ Linda Pinto, Evergreen Park’s Rich Rahn and Henrietta Mysliwiec and a man who identified himself as Captain Morgan, who wondered aloud how we got into his cabinet to take the photo. This week’s clue: Something to use after you turn 18. Send those guesses to thereporter@comcast.net with Whatizit in the subject line. Don’t forget your name and hometown.
Library Notes CHICAGO RIDGE The Chicago Ridge Public Library is located at 10400 S. Oxford Ave. For more information, or to register for a program, call 423-7753, or visit chicagoridgelibrary.org. Aug. 13: The Chicago Ridge Public Library is hosting local author, D. Bryant Simmons from 7 to 8 p.m. Patrons Meet D. Bryant Simmons, award-winning author and Chicago Ridge who is also the publishing force behind Bravebird Books. As a writer, her focus is on realistic fiction that straddles the line between art and social commentary. She is currently hard at work on the Morrow Girls Series, a family saga that spans three generations of women. In January of 2014 her first novel, “How to Knock a Bravebird from Her Perch,� was released and won a gold medal in the 2014 IPPY Awards. “How to Knock a Bravebird from Her Perch� and the new second book in the series, “Blue Sky,� will be available for $15 for signing. Aug. 17: “Life in a Japanese Internment Camp will be discussed from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Chicago Ridge Public Library. After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, all Japanese Americans living on the West Coast were forced from their homes and into relocation camps in remote areas of the country. Among the more than 120,000 Japanese Americans who were incarcerated, more than twothirds were American-born, many of them were children. Presented by librarian and historian Sarah Okner, a descendant of internees, this multimedia presentation explores daily life in an internment camp and the profound effects it had on those living there. Registration is needed for this free program. Aug. 20: The program, The Ombudsman Project for Seniors and People with Disabilities, will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Chicago Ridge Public Library. Eileen McFarland of the Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago will discuss the Ombudsman Project. The LongTerm Care Ombudsman Project advocates for senior citizens and people with disabilities who live in long-term care facilities. The Home and Community Ombudsman Project provides the same services to people in these groups who choose to live at home, rather than entering long-term care. Aug. 24: The Chicago Ridge Public Library, 10400 S. Oxford, is hosting Stash Buster Craft Night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Patrons are invited to unwind with their creative side and catch up on craft programs they may have missed using leftover supplies, or they can make something new with them. Registration is needed for this free program. Aug. 27: Patrons can learn intermediate computer basics from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Chicago Ridge Public Library. Participants will learn how to save files to a flash drive, change desktop backgrounds, copy and paste, save images from the web and organize files and folders. This computer class was made possible by the Eliminate the Digital Divide grant program. Registration is needed
for this free program. Aug. 31: The Chicago Ridge Public Library, 10400 S. Oxford, is hosting, Clean Up Your Inbox, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. This program is for those who can’t stay on top of important matters because their inbox is filled with hundreds, or thousands, of emails. Participants will learn how to keep up with the constant cascade of messages by using simple filters to automatically organize your email, how to delete messages, and how to create folders to organize the important email messages they want to keep. The class will provide time to sign into email and get started. Registration is needed for this free program. OAK LAWN The Oak Lawn Public Library is located at 9427 S. Raymond Ave. For more information, call 422-4990, or visit olpl.org. Aug. 17: Registration begins Monday for The Oak Lawn Community Library Foundation and the Oak Lawn Public Library Local History Unit program that invites patrons to “show and tell� event featuring their own Oak Lawn story and personal artifacts about Oak Lawn Saturday, Sept.19 from 6 to 8 p.m. Potential items can include anything that is easily transportable, safe and appropriate for all ages. Maybe you still have your high school ID, a youth football trophy, grandma’s favorite quilt or your band’s demo tape. Each participant will have a few minutes to describe their artifact, share the item’s meaning and explain how it relates to their history in the Village of Oak Lawn. Participants will speak in the order of registration. Interested speakers must register in advance; however, all are welcome to attend the program. Since this is an after-hours event, please park and enter on the Cook Avenue side of the library. Light refreshments will be served, and the newly renovated Local History Room will be open.
This church gives me joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart Many churches have left a need unmet for those of us who have children with disabilities. “I’m not leaving my church!� I thought to myself as my social worker, Jane Schmit, suggested I visit First Church of God in Oak Lawn, at 4600 W. 111th Street. Jane was just trying to help after I expressed my frustrations over not being able to take Rhonda-Rene, who has special needs, to church. My husband Don and I have tried everything short of a dog and pony show to keep her still and quiet. Her disruptions left me so embarrassed; I’d break into a cold sweat. Our remedy for the past two years has been to leave her home with a respite care provider. However, as of July 1, respite was suspended due to the Illinois state budget crisis leaving us unable to go at all. Leaving Rhonda-Rene home never sat well with Don anyway. “It’s not right to exclude her from the family like this! You and Donae go. I’ll stay with RhondaRene.� He’d say. So, off to church I’d go, oftentimes alone. How could a Sunday morning worship service be the cause of division for a faith-filled family? We decided to take Jane’s suggestion. Dan and Nadia Marler of Oak Lawn have been pastoring First Church of God for 22 years. Dan said he actually grew up in the church. He and Nadia have been married 30 years and have two children, Rachel (26) and Taylor (24). “Our kids were raised in this church as well,� said Dan. There are about 300 members divided among two Sunday services and in each, there’s a visible presence of various ethnicities of people with different needs. And, to our delight, we found them to be very inclusive of those with special needs. “Our mission is to help hurting people.� Dan said, “We try to be a place of accepting anyone that’s hurting.� Perhaps their hearts are full of compassion for those hurting due to their own pain. “I was DES exposed. It’s caused lots of medical problems throughout my life.� Nadia said, “I was told I couldn’t conceive. Rachel was a surprise, a miracle to us. I had a full term baby, whom, at first, seemed healthy.� DES was the first synthetic form of estrogen. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, those exposed to DES are associated with reproductive complications as well as increased risk of certain cancers. Dan and Nadia explained, as Rachel began developing, they noticed she was delayed. “People don’t realize how hurtful their curious inquiries are,� said Dan. “I had become so uncomfortable with their line of questioning I stopped wanting to respond.� Rachel was almost nine when she was diagnosed with Smith– Magenis Syndrome (SMS), a developmental disorder that affects many parts of the body. The major features of this condition include mild to moderate intellectual disability, distinctive facial features, sleep disturbances, and behavioral problems. Each person with SMS is affected differently,
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with Rachael it’s also manifested grand mal seizures, that are being controlled by medication. The first time I met Nadia, I was dropping off Rhonda-Rene in their children’s ministry. I was a little nervous about leaving her because we’d only left her in a church ministry twice in her four years of life. The first time it went well. The second time, not so much! “She has special needs. She may have trouble staying seated and she’s unable to speak. Is this going to be a problem?� I asked. Nadia smiled. “Not at all!� she said. I was shocked Don and I were able to sit through a service together, uninterrupted and still had a happy child upon retrieving her. Was it beginners luck? We decided to go back, several times, and by golly, they’re consistent! It wasn’t just Nadia with the special touch either. Andrea Rodman of Gary, Indiana, is the children’s ministry director. “Andrea loves children,� Nadia said. “She has five of her own. It’s her and our volunteers that keep our youth programs going.� I could tell when I met Andrea that, that was true. She told me, “Rhonda-Rene is fine. We’ve got her. Don’t worry.� I almost cried. I do worry. I don’t want her to be a burden to others. Dan’s sentiments were, “We don’t have a special needs children’s ministry, we have a children’s ministry. We want all children and all people to feel accepted and welcome to worship with us.� Don and I are enjoying worshipping at First Church of God. We’ve been members of our own church for nearly 20 years. However, for the sake of our family staying together, perhaps, with prayer, we may consider changing.
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From left, Andrea Rodman, Pastor Dan Marler, Nadia Marler and Rachael Marler have accepted the Parker family into their church even though Rhonda-Rene Parker has special needs. I hadn’t thought of how Rhonda-Rene felt about going to church before. I just wanted a place to take her where she wouldn’t feel rejected. But after visiting First Church of God again this past Wednesday for Bible study I got a sense she liked to worship. Nadia said, “She was really humming and singing along with ‘Down in My Heart’ she even continued long after we finished.� Sure enough, Rhonda-Rene, in her own word approximations, sang, “Joy, joy, joy, joy, down in
my heart,� the entire car ride home. Nadia had me in tears. She told me, “God has a heart for all kids. Keep bringing RhondaRene to church. God has a purpose for her too.� For information about First Church of God and their services visit http://www.visitusonline.org/ Claudia Parker is an Evergreen Park mother, author, runner whose columns appear the second and fourth Thursdays for the Reporter.
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Community Sports News SXU GOLF OUTING ON SUNDAY St. Xavier University’s men’s and women’s golf programs will hold their ¿rst fundraiser golf outing on Sunday at Harborside International Golf Center in Chicago. Registration for the inaugural event begins at 12:30 p.m. and play gets underway on the Port Course with a shotgun start at 1:30. Play will follow a scramble format. A cocktail hour is set for 6 in the clubhouse with a dinner and awards to follow at 7. A rafÀe and silent auction will also be held during the evening. The cost is $200 per individual or $800 for a foursome; the individual cost for cocktails and dinner only is $75. All proceeds will be used to provide the Cougars golf teams with equipment and apparel and help pay for travel costs to tournaments during the upcoming season. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information on the event, contact SXU golf coach Mike Mandakas at mandakas@sxu.edu.
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ST. PATRICIA SOCCER TEAM WINS CONFERENCE A 1-0 victory over St. Christina enabled St. Patricia’s varsity soccer team to ¿nish ¿rst in the Southwest Catholic Soccer Association. The league championship was the program’s ¿fth in the past six years. Comprising this season’s St. Pat’s roster were Mark Culkin, Cristina Garza, Brandon Hands, Nick Harper, Matt Lazaric, Anthony Mullan, Robert Mullan, Bailey Murphy, Nathan Schultz, Dean Sison, Ed Slack and Zachary Vrbancic. Dan Hands was the coach.
FALL BALL REGISTRATION FOR OAK LAWN BASEBALL Oak Lawn Baseball is conducting online registration for its fall baseball and softball leagues, which begin after Labor Day and run through mid-October. Baseball will be played at the Shetland (ages 5-6), Pinto (6-7), Mustang (8-9) and Bronco (10-11) levels while softball will feature 8U, 10U and 12U divisions. Games are scheduled for the weekends weather permitting. Team jerseys will be provided, but players must supply their own hats, pants and socks. Registration and payment will be accepted online, but two in-person payment dates will also be held. Visit www. oaklawnbaseball.com for details. For any questions, baseball players should contact boyspresident@ oaklawnbaseball.com and softball players should contact girlspresident@oaklawnbaseball.com.
SOUTHSIDE SHOOTERS TRYOUTS IN AUGUST The Southside Shooters will conduct tryouts and hold an organizational meeting on Monday, Aug. 31, at Moraine Valley College’s “G” building gymnasium The tryouts are open to youngsters in grades 4-8 and will run as follows: grades 4 and 5 from 6-7 p.m.; grades 6 and 7 from 7-8; and grade 8 from 8-9. For more information, contact Bill Finn at coach¿nn34@yahoo.com.
DE LA SALLE LOOKING FOR BASEBALL COACH
De La Salle Institute in Chicago is looking to ¿ll a head-coaching vacancy with its varsity baseball team. Teaching positions are avail-
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St. Patricia captured its fifth varsity soccer league championship in the past six years.
able for the 2015-16 school year. Interested candidates should contact athletic director Tom White at (312) 842-7355, ext. 118 or white.@dls.org.
ST. LAURENCE SEEKING FOOTBALL COACHES St. Laurence is seeking two assistant football coaches for the 2015 season. Offensive coordinators are being sought for both the sophomore and freshman teams. The latter candidate should have a speci¿c ability to coach quarterbacks and both must have a Àexible schedule that will allow for attendance at summer practices as well as those conducted during the school year. Previous high school coaching experience or the equivalent is preferred and candidates must hold a valid Illinois teaching certi¿cate or be ASEP certi¿ed. Quali¿ed individuals should send a letter of interest and resume to varsity coach Harold Blackmon at hblackmon@stlaurence.com.
BEARS NON-CONTACT CAMPS COMING THIS SUMMER Chicago Bears youth football camps for ages 6-14 will return to 26 Illinois locations this summer. Former Bears players Rashied Davis, Jason McKie, Jim Morrissey, Mickey Pruitt and Kris Haines are among those expected to visit the camps, which will offer non-contact instruction. Led by professional, USA Football-certi¿ed coaches, kids learn to run, throw, catch, defend and compete the Bears’ way. A comprehensive skills camp is designed for newcomers while the accelerated skills camp is for experienced players between the ages of 9 and 14. The cost is $259 for a ¿ve-day camp. To register or for more information, visit www.BearsCamps.com or call (312) 226-7776.
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A Dunne deal Marist coach Pat Dunne is eager to return the RedHawks to the Class 8A postseason in the fall after missing out on it in 2014
Hey you experts! We are looking for football forecasters This is your chance to kick the crown off of Jeff Vorva’s head. In 2014, Vorva was the Football Forecast king with a 68-18 regular-season mark. He capped the second year of selections by also setting the playoff pace with a glossy 44-6 record of accuracy. The third season of Football Forecast, which will follow weekly 10 local high schools and St. Xavier University, kicks off Aug. 27. Among the contests being played that weekend will be Brother Rice versus Brother Rice (Mich.) and Mt. Carmel versus Marist. Any readers interested in joining our roster of pigskin prognosticators should email us at the reporter@comcast.net before Aug. 20 with your name, town, phone number and a jpeg photo of yourself.
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Few of us have been or ever will be farmers. Other than visiting a farmer’s market or listening to the Beach Boys singing about the appeal of Midwest farmers’ daughters, city and suburban folk are pretty clueless about life in the country. But even without thinking about it, urbanites have managed to learn the truth of a long-held farming axiom and see that it applies elsewhere: You reap what you sow. If seeds are planted and then neglected, no farmer can expect to harvest anything worthwhile. And along those same lines, if people are treated in a particular manner, we mustn’t think they will suddenly grow into something vastly different. While there has been a substantial amount of debate about class divisions within society, most of us can probably agree on one thing: Public ¿gures are a privileged class. Maybe it’s their talent or their wealth or their reputation, or maybe it’s just our constant exposure to them and their exploits that creates the situation. There’s no question, however, that the masses tend to fawn over most well-known individuals. And the most celebrated of the celebrities are those who entertain us in some way. Check any most-admired list, especially if compiled by younger people, and you’re certain to ¿nd a plethora of actors, singers and jocks on it. Since this column is usually reserved for only the last of that trio, we’ll keep the spotlight focused on them — which is where the sportsmen like it when their praises are being sung. But because we’ve spent years marveling at their athletic skills — in some instances ¿rst noticing it while they were still children — we’ve given them an inÀated sense of self-importance. I guess that, plus the seven- and eight-¿gure salaries earned by professional jocks, would be enough to turn most heads. And although we may complain about how it’s almost impossible for the average fan to take his family to a live event unless each member of the party pays for him or herself, we still feed the beast because we simply can’t let our favorite team become less competitive. So the cycle carries on thanks to this tacit approval — as fans continue to ¿nancially support them, franchises keep spending and players get to maintain lavish lifestyles. And by extension those athletes have no reason to think they are on any kind of behavioral leash. If they do something stupid, there won’t be any serious repercussions. Oh, some sort of peanut-sized ¿ne might be assessed, but that amounts to less than the tip an athlete hands the valet who parks his luxury vehicle at the swanky nightspot. The wrongdoing player’s roster spot won’t be jeopardized, however. If his union doesn’t see to that, demanding fans will. Only hated opponents have miscreants in their midst; the team we cheer for merely has victims of poor choices. Given that climate, I must confess to being stunned at the San Francisco 49ers’ decision last week to sever ties with lineman Aldon Smith. An undeniably talented athlete, Smith certainly could have helped a Niners defense ravaged by offseason retirements and defections — assuming he played regularly. Based on 2014, that was a leap-of-faith assumption. Smith was suspended last year by the NFL for nine games due to detrimental conduct, which included driving under the inÀuence. It was his second bout of trouble since joining the team. The 49ers stuck with him, though, in part because he can be a difference-maker on the ¿eld. But staying there apparently didn’t make a difference to Smith because he got in hot water again with yet another DUI. This time, Niners management pulled the plug and allowed Smith’s career with them to circle down the drain. Three strikes and Smith was ¿nally out of a job, but rest assured someone else will take a chance on him soon enough, believing he can be rehabilitated once and for all. But for that to happen, Smith would ¿rst have to take responsibility for his actions, something 49ers general manager Trent Baalke told news reporters didn’t occur in this most recent incident. And Smith isn’t the only sports ¿gure who’s ever tried to avoid culpability. Funny, isn’t it, how so many grown men ¿nd it dif¿cult it to man up when they should. But why should we expect them to do so? After all, we’re the ones who ¿rst promoted the idea that certain people are special simply because they can throw, hit, shoot or catch a ball better than most of the population. Then we reinforce it by demonstrating an almost-slavish devotion to what they do and attaching deeper importance to it than it deserves. I’m as guilty of the sports-loving part of that description as anyone else, but I long ago ceased being entranced by the individuals who play and coach the games. Sure, I’ve had favorites too, but over time I’ve learned to draw a demarcation line between what we see and who they are because the two frequently don’t function as one. On-¿eld skills don’t override off-the-¿eld screw-ups — or at least they shouldn’t. Assigning hero status to athletes and entertainers is terribly misguided, though some certainly possess admirable traits. Of course, those same traits would be just as admirable if exhibited by a sanitation worker, hair stylist or school crossing guard, but we’re not as likely to notice them because we’re not paying close attention. No amount of commentary, however, is going to change our ways. We’ve signed on as sports fans for better or worse, and stories like the latest one with Smith and ones involving Ray Rice, Greg Hardy and countless others merely represent part of the worst. And when our favorite team signs one of the troublemakers, we suddenly don’t detest him so much. That might change if he fails to come through in a crunch-time situation, but we have an in¿nite amount of patience when it comes to anyone who makes — or keeps — our team a contender. But if there’s another slipup, don’t get mad at the individual who made it. After all, he’s simply traveling down a path we laid out for him years before at the initial sign of his athletic ability, so he expects to receive plenty of doover opportunities. Yep, we certainly are reaping what we sowed.
Tennis anyone?
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Stagg football players use tennis balls to practice a hand-eye-coordination drill Monday.
For the second straight year, the top three male and top three female ¿nishers in the expert race all received a cash prize. This was the ¿rst year, however, with equal prize money awarded to each gender. First place was worth $150, second place took home $100 and third place earned $75. Golf and soccer offer more
prize money to men than women. Tennis provides equal purses to both genders, and CAMBr felt it should follow that sport’s lead. “Most races have more men racers than women racers,” Stoeckigt said. “The men contribute more money to the event so their purses are higher. But we looked at it and didn’t really want to do that, so we took it and balanced it and made the same size purse for everyone.”
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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 SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-2 Plaintiff, -v.WASFI TOLAYMAT, CYNTHIA R. TOLAYMAT AKA CYNTHIA TOLAYMAT, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR AEGIS FUNDING CORP, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, KHALIL OUYUON, ENTERPRISE LEASING CO OF CHICAGO D/B/A ENTERPRISE RENT A CAR, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 5840 7911 WEST 101ST STREET PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 11, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 8, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7911 WEST 101ST STREET, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-12306-004. The real estate is improved with a two level, red brick, single family house; detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certi¿ed 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 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 certi¿ed 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 con¿rmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certi¿cate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after con¿rmation 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 ¿le 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 identi¿cation 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 identi¿cation for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to ¿le number PA1037061. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 Attorney File No. PA1037061 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 11 CH 5840 TJSC#: 35-11363 I666114
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FV- I, INC. IN TRUST FOR MORGAN STANLEY MORTGAGE CAPITAL HOLDINGS LLC Plaintiff, -v.KINGA GUZA, DEAUVILLE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 11 CH 24028 9105 SOUTH ROBERTS ROAD UNIT 1C HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 24, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 25, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9105 SOUTH ROBERTS ROAD UNIT 1C, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-01-306-026-1003. The real estate is improved with a multi unit condominium with one car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certi¿ed 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 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 certi¿ed 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 con¿rmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certi¿cate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after con¿rmation 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 ¿le 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 identi¿cation 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 identi¿cation for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to ¿le number PA1114403. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 Attorney File No. PA1114403 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 11 CH 24028 TJSC#: 35-9352 I665364
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. P l a i n t i f f , v s . VYTAS PASKUS; LINDA PASKUS; FIRST P E R S O N A L BANK; THE VILLAGE OF ORLAND PARK; U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE TRUST 2005-HFI; C A P I T A L ONE BANK (USA), N.A.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND N O N RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 14 CH 11327 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 Wednesday, September 2, 2015 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: Commonly known as 8756 West 144th Street, Orland Park, IL 60462. P.I.N. 27-11-100-039-0000. 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 Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 15-017203 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I665075
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK SUCCESSOR B Y MERGER TO MIDAMERICA BANK, FSB; Plaintiff, v s . WALTER LESNICKI; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND N O N R E C O R D CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 15256 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on November 10, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, September 10, 2015, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 23-13-204-012-0000. Commonly known as 10441 South 75th Avenue, Palos Hills, IL 60465. 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: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1207555. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I665721
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; P l a i n t i f f , v s . STEVEN SCHULER; TANYA SCHULER; D e f e n d a n t s , 10 CH 17619 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 Wednesday, September 9, 2015 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: Commonly known as 16737 89th Court, Orland Hills, IL 6 0 4 8 7 . P.I.N. 27-27-211-006-0000. 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 Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 13-039492 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I665711
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ERWIN R. KUNZ, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF ERWIN R. KUNZ, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ERWIN R. KUNZ, DECEASED, DEBORAH HUGHES, BROOKLODGE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, WILLIAM BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF ERWIN R. KUNZ, DECEASED Defendants 14 CH 16001 10640 S. Brooklodge Lane, Unit 2C Palos Hills, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 12, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 15, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10640 S. Brooklodge Lane, Unit 2C, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-13-103-023-1029. The real estate is improved with a residential condominium. The judgment amount was $44,364.28. Sale terms: 25% of the bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for 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, shall be paid in certi¿ed funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certi¿ed check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. 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 con¿rmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certi¿cate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after con¿rmation 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 ¿le 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 identi¿cation 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 identi¿cation for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not con¿rmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. 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. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 14 CH 16001 TJSC#: 35-9468 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.
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. P l a i n t i f f , v s . GHADA SHAABNAH; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE F O R COUNTRYWIDE BANK, N.A.; D e f e n d a n t s , 10 CH 37060 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 Friday, September 18, 2015 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: Commonly known as 10601 South 80th Court, Palos Hills, IL 60465. P.I.N. 23-14-217-037-0000. 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 Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 15-008995 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I666364
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“10 in the Park” For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N WELLS FARGO BANK, NA P l a i n t i f f , v . ROGER A SMITH, SHARON E SMITH, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS D e f e n d a n t s 14 CH 20807 9111 FOREST DRIVE HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 11, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 15, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9111 FOREST DRIVE, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 18-34-411-032-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached 2 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 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. 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1409333. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1409333 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 20807 TJSC#: 35-8889 I664157
For Sale F13030010 Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. MARIE FINNIGAN AKA MARIE E. FINNIGAN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 13 CH 7359 Calendar 63 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 Friday, September 4, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their of¿ce 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: Commonly known as 5504 West 90th Street, Oak Lawn, Illinois 60453. 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 certi¿ed funds, balance, by certi¿ed funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www. fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. F13030010 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Of¿cer, (312) 444-1122
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COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.ARKADIUSZ ROMANOWSKI, KATARZYNA ROMANOWSKA, SCENIC TREE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ARKADIUSZ ROMANOWSKI, IF ANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 10 CH 35405 10126 S 84TH TER UNIT 203 PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 10, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10126 S 84TH TER UNIT 203, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-302-003-1283. The real estate is improved with a brick condominium; no garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certi¿ed 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 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 certi¿ed 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 con¿rmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certi¿cate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after con¿rmation 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 ¿le 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: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1019501. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 606064650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1019501 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 10 CH 35405 TJSC#: 35-8734 I663809
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COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Plaintiff, -v.GLORIA E. SANCHEZ AKA GLORIA SANCHEZ, ROYAL OAK CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 14884 10048 SOUTH PULASKI ROAD, UNIT 3H Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 23, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 24, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10048 SOUTH PULASKI ROAD, UNIT 3H, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-10-407-0571028. The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $90,988.80. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certi¿ed 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 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 certi¿ed 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 con¿rmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certi¿cate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after con¿rmation 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 ¿le to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a 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 and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby noti¿ed that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. 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 identi¿cation 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 identi¿cation for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14080179. 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. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14080179 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 14 CH 14884 TJSC#: 35-9690 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.
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