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Thursday, October 31, 2013

Loop group makes no small plans at Cal-Sag Restaurants, hotel and condos proposed by Tim Hadac staff reporter

Of the group’s 10 members, six were in attendance, including three aldermen. Developers came to Palos “Everyone familiar with the Heights City Hall Tuesday night site? A couple times, probably. It’s to showcase how they plan to revi- got a little history,” said Allenson talize the long-fallow Crown Buick with a slight chuckle, alluding to property at the northeast corner previous and failed attempts to of Route 83 and Harlem. develop the property that serves “We’re not going to get into a as half of Palos Heights’ northern million details tonight, because gateway. we’re not quite at that stage yet,” Once the site of a thriving Sinsaid Charles Allenson, a represen- clair service station, the triangletative of the Chicago Loop-based shaped parcel’s heyday ran from Trean Development Co. “We have 1963-89, when it was home to a concept that we’d like to bring Crown Buick, owned and operated forth.” by Harvey R. Eiseman. One of Allenson and three others on the more successful Buick dealhis team spoke before an informal erships in the Chicago area, the pre-application hearing conducted business was highly regarded and by the city’s Planned Unit De- publicly referred to as a “godsend” velopment (PUD) Commission. in 1985 by then-Mayor Eugene

Simpson. After Crown closed, the site was home to Rizza Buick for several years. Rizza left in the 1990s, and for more than 15 years city officials have wrangled and struggled over what to do with the unused parcel. Several plans died on the drawing board amid controversy and a fickle economy. “We looked very closely at the previous developments that were presented to you, and we conducted our own market analysis of what could go there, what should go there — a combination of what would work and what the city wants,” Allenson said. What should go there, Allenson said, is a mixed-use development (See Heights Landing, Page 4)

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Aerial view of Trean Development’s proposed restaurants, hotel and condominium development at Palos Heights’ northern gateway, where Crown Buick once stood.

Budget workshop begins forging 2014 Orland spending plan by Tim Hadac staff reporter Orland Park’s elected officials got their first public crack at the village’s 2014 budget Tuesday night, quizzing three staff members about operating expenditures in a mostly collegial, informal 90minute session over sandwiches at Village Hall. “This is the [village] staff’s recommendation,” Mayor Dan McLaughlin told the five trustees in attendance. (Trustee Edward Schussler was absent.) “I say we go with it, unless there are any major objections.” There appeared to be none, although trustees will have about a week to scrutinize the document and suggest revisions. Projections released Monday show a 2014 operating expenditure budget of $50.04 million, of which $34.16 million is earmarked for salaries and benefits. The operating expenditure budget does not include projections related to capital improvements, police pension obligations, debt service, and other components of the larger municipal budget. The 2013 expenditure budget for all funds, including capital outlay, was $117.29 million and was adopted by the board a year ago. Figures released Monday did not indicate what the total dollar amount of the 2014 budget will be, and village Finance Director Annmarie Mampe did not speculate. Once in final draft form, the 2014 budget will be available

for public inspection starting in about mid-November, according to Mampe. Both Mampe and Village Manager Paul Grimes described the budget as fiscally conservative, noting that it adheres to the goal of setting aside at least 20 cents for every dollar spent. That cautious approach is part of the reason why Orland Park has received an AA+ credit rating from Standard & Poor’s and an Aa1 rating from Moody’s Investors Service, nearly the highest ratings possible. Part of that prudence has included shrinking the ranks of the village workforce. McLaughlin noted that the village employed about 350 FTE (full-time equivalent) employees in 1993. Today that figure stands at 275, officials said, despite a growing village and increasing demand for services. There are currently about 600 part-time village employees, which includes seasonal workers, officials added. A public hearing on the proposed budget is expected to be held in conjunction with the Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for Monday, Dec. 2 at Village Hall. At Monday’s workshop, the mayor and trustees scrutinized several aspects of the budget and searched for ways to cut costs, increase certain fees and keep a lid on property taxes. Staff recommended hiking parking fees at Metra lots from the current dollar a day to as much as $2.50 to erase an anticipated (See Orland, Page 4)

Photo by Tim Hadac

Crosswalks under construction at center of Heights An upgrade to the crosswalks at 123rd and Harlem began late last week, to “enhance aesthetics and safety” at the intersection, according to Palos Heights Administrator Dan Nisavic. Crews from Millennium Construction of Calumet City used heavy-duty concrete saws to score the crosswalks last week and returned Tuesday morning with jack hammers to bust up and excavate the walks. With a price tag of $61,157 approved last summer by the City Council, the project will include installation of detectable warning panels on sidewalks adjacent to the curbs, as well as red concrete stamped to resemble cobblestones, Nisavic added. Work is expected to be finished by mid-November.

Girl beaten foiling attempted abduction Children should trick-or-treat today in groups or accompanied by an adult after a 12-year-old girl was severely beaten when she fought off a man during an attempted abduction in Orland Hills, police said. Orland Hills police issued a community alert on Tuesday warning residents about the attack. The girl had just gotten off the school bus on Monday and was walking home when she was attacked near 169th Street and 88th Avenue around 3:30 p.m., according to the alert rebroadcast by Palos Park police. The girl managed to use her

cell phone to call 9-1-1 to report a man was following her, but the call was disconnected, however dispatchers were able to get a fix on her location. Responding Orland Hills police officers found the girl on the ground in front of a neighbor’s home. She was taken to Palos Community Hospital by ambulance and transferred to Hope Children’s Hospital in Oak Lawn, WLS News reported Tuesday. She was reportedly in shock, but her injuries are not life-threatening, officials said. Police say the man attempted to

grab the girl and pull her into a red car driven by another person. The girl fought back, and he fled. The victim described the man as a light skinned male in his late teens or early 20s. He was wearing a black ski mask, gloves, jacket and tennis shoes. The driver of the car was also wearing a ski mask, she said. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Orland Hills Police Department at 3494434. In the wake of the foiled child abduction, Palos Park Police Chief Joe Miller noted Tuesday that

state law makes it illegal for registered sex offenders to give out gifts or candy. Police officers focus efforts to track down non-compliant sex offenders and checking to make sure registered sex offenders are obeying the law on Halloween. Village Police Commissioner Dan Polk said, “This is something we take seriously, and the law is there to protect minors from coming in contact with a registered sex offender.” Police plan to conduct compliance checks of sex offenders related to Halloween events.

A golden year all around for Golden Shoes everything. Nuts and bolts. Shoes for kids, men, women — work shoes, everything. We have every type of gym shoe. We try to cater to just about everybody.” “Plus, everybody’s a [shoe] salesman here. There are no clerks here,” he added in a nod to the knowledge and experience of his staff. “I’ve been working here 50 years [since age 14], that salesman has been here 42 years, and so forth. “My father forgot more than most people [in the shoe business] know,” Goldberg continued. “That’s important, especially because people seem to have such problematic feet, and then they go online in search of answers but half the time get misinformation. Photo by Tim Hadac You come here [with questions], Marc Goldberg stops for a rare moment to show one of the many different types of footwear offered and we can probably give as good at Golden Shoes, which marked 50 years in Palos Heights this past summer. a diagnosis as many podiatrists [can]. That’s how good we are, we’ve seen so many thousands of feet.” Goldberg and his ongoing sucby Tim Hadac footwear online or at self-service, in between serving customers cess will be celebrated next week staff reporter big-box stores — Golden Shoes — in the shop his father, Irving when he is named a 2013 Busicontinues to walk the path of “Goldie” Goldberg, opened on ness Champion by Moraine Valley In a time when thousands of prosperity in Palos Heights. June 3, 1963 at 12212 S. Har- Community College’s Corporate, independent shoe retailers have “We’re still here for several rea- lem Ave. Community and Continuing Edudisappeared from communities sons,” said owner Marc Goldberg “The primary reason is service,” cation subdivision. The entrepreacross America — and millions who sat down for a rare moment he continued. “We are a full-ser- neur-small business person of the of people buy cheaper quality late last week — and only briefly vice shoe store, a family shoe store, year award recognizes the con-

tributions businesses and their “The store’s longevity speaks advocates make to the economic to his care, concern and business development of the southwest suburbs. (See Golden Shoes, Page 4)

Marc Goldberg: Entrepreneur of the Year

Photo by Tim Hadac

Golden Shoes came to Palos Heights in 1963, when there was just one other shoe store — Shapiro’s — in town.

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View from Trinity by Dr. Steven Timmermans

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A New Bridge between Palos Hills and Heights Leaders of Trinity Christian College and Moraine Valley Community College have been working behind the scenes to build a bridge for students transferring from Moraine to Trinity to complete their bachelor’s degree. Earlier this month, the leadership teams and key people gathered at Moraine Valley to celebrate the new connection. This bridge is an agreement with this goal: that the Moraine Valley courses selected by a student who hopes to ultimately transfer to Trinity are indeed courses that are appropriate for intended programs of entry at Trinity. Seems simple, but often a given major requires very specific prerequisite courses, so it’s important to know in advance exactly which courses are needed. A bonus of this agreement is that for transferring students meeting eligibility requirements there is a scholarship of at least $4,000 a year upon enrollment to Trinity. Of course, these students may apply for and receive additional needbased financial aid. Under the umbrella of this agreement are already three programs that are now carefully linked: Business, Psychology, and Speech Pathology. The Business partnership is unique since it is especially geared for working adults. Upon completion of the first level of coursework at Moraine, students step into Trinity’s Adult Studies program, taking one course a night for two years whereupon they earn their bachelor’s degree. The other programs are novel as well. The pathway for Psychology allows students to earn both an Associate of Arts degree from Moraine and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Trinity in three years. Eligible students can then immediately enter Trinity’s Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology twoyear program, upon meeting certain requirements. Another pathway flowing out of the study of Psychology at Moraine leads to Speech Pathology. Students complete an Associate of Arts degree in Psychology at Moraine and then transfer to Trinity where they complete a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Cognitive and Speech Development and a minor in Speech and Communication Sciences.

Taking a step back from the specifics, it’s important to look at this bridge and the transfer activity it now promotes. Why are bridges or agreements such as these important? Despite challenging economic times, a college education is an incredibly important investment in an individual’s future. Recent surveys have assessed the attitudes Americans have about higher education. For instance, a recent survey by Sallie Mae found a strong commitment to college education on the part of American families but also identified a number of trends, including the following1: 1. 83 percent of college students and parents strongly agreed that higher education is an investment in the future, college is needed now more than ever (70 percent), and is the path to earning more money (69 percent). 2. The percentage of families who eliminated college choices because of cost rose to the highest level (69 percent) in the five years since the study began. Virtually all families exercised cost-savings measures, including students living at home (51 percent), adding a roommate (55 percent), and reducing spending by parents (50 percent) and students (66 percent). 3. In 2012, families continued the shift toward lower-cost community college, with 29 percent enrolled, compared to 23 percent two years ago. In fact, overall, families paid 5 percent less for college compared to one year ago. 4. 35 percent of students borrowed through education loans to pay for college: 25 percent borrowing via federal loans only, 9 percent using a mix of federal and private loans, and 1 percent tapping private loans only. Truly, a college education remains necessary for our sons and daughters. We all recognize that. The challenge is to make it economically feasible. This new bridge between Moraine and Trinity is an important piece added to the infrastructure of affordability. Sallie Mae/Ipsos (2012). How America Pays for College 2012. Newark, Delaware. 1

Steven Timmermans, Ph.D., is president of Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights.

Regional’s ‘Miracles’ story takes first at NINA Awards The Regional News ran away with one award at the Northern Illinois Newspaper Awards dinner last Thursday at the University Suite at the Holmes Student Center in DeKalb. Former Regional News reporter Jeff Vorva won first place in the Best Sports Story, Nondaily category for a feature titled “Miracles can happen.” The story was about former Sandburg High School athlete Lukas Verzbicas’s return to competitive running just a few months after he suffered lifethreatening injuries after a bike accident in Colorado and doctors told him he might never walk again. The judges said: “Writer Jeff Vorva captures the essence of an ultimate human interest story — from elite high school runner to life-threatening accident to reincarnation. Pertinent quotes from others sources, research and details all enhance this.” Vorva was named editor of the Reporter in August. “Lukas had the horrific and tough job of creating the story,” Vorva said. “I had the easy job of writing about it.” Earlier in the year, the story took second place in the B

Division of the Illinois Press Association contest. Regional and Reporter Sports editor Ken Karrson also brought home hardware in the IPA for second place in Division B headline writing for “Kamp fire doesn’t warm Knights” for a story about Chicago Christian basketball player’s 33 points in a losing effort against Aurora Central Catholic. Former Reporter Editor Jason Maholy took third place in the same category with his news headline “Oak Lawn gives bigger teeth to dog ordinance.” The judges said it was “very clever.” Maholy also won an honorable mention for Division B Spot News Photo for his image of “Random Hearts in the Snow.” The judges said: “Not sure this is exactly spot news but the judges had to look at it more than once, which makes a compelling photo.” Vorva was also a finalist for the Chicago Headline Club’s Peter Lisagor Award for a news feature on Palos Park shooting victim Brian Reed’s decision to live after suffering horrific injuries that have left him paralyzed.

Readers Write Grateful for PumpKids support Dear Editor: The Arts and Home Life committees of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club offer sincere gratitude to everyone who provided support and assistance for the ‘PumpKids Painting Party and Harvest Corner of Treats,’ a community outreach event which was held last Saturday at MidVilla Pizza, 12226 S. Harlem Ave. Approximately 100 pumpkins were painted by children who also had the opportunity to play a piñata game, receive free balloon animals, have their faces painted by local artists and

enjoy a delicious assortment of harvest treats including pizza, popcorn, Halloween cupcakes, candy and apple cider. First and foremost, we wish to applaud the owners of MidVilla Pizza for providing the indoor venue, catering a custom menu for the event, distributing marketing flyers, purchasing event supplies and providing extensive assistance with decorating, set up, clean up. Truly, the event would not have been such a delightful success without their dedicated help. We also wish to acknowledge the following people for their assistance: Richard TerMaat and Eileen

Lunter for transporting chairs and tables to and from the venue. Peter Ruhl of the Kiwanis Club for selling popcorn and solving a variety of venue challenges. Denise Hyker of the PHWC for donating the use of outdoor tents for the event. Arlene Sypniewski and Pat Hogan of the PHWC Arts Committee for organizing PHWC volunteers who assisted at the event. Nancy Clark-Jurek of the PHWC Health Committee for donating piñatas and candy. Joan Meyers of the PHWC Arts Committee and her team

of high school volunteers and PHWC members for their outstanding job at providing face painting. The local high school girls who gave service hours were a great help with the young children painting pumpkins. Chalet Florist for lending tables and offering an outdoor venue All the members of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club who provided various forms of assistance and support for the event. Thank you! Susan Shields and Jessica Loftus Co-planners of the PumpKids Painting Party Event

Inside the First Amendment

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Newspaper theft was wrong — but the response was right

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by Gene Policinski

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When does a blatant, criminal act of outright theft produce a good result — and an educational experience as well — in terms of the First Amendment? Apparently, such good result came about at Concordia College, a liberal arts college of 2,500 students, in Moorehead, Minn. just across the Red River from Fargo, N.D. Even though as a private school it’s not subject to those 45 words in the manner of a public institution, administrators clearly stand behind a free press. First, the facts: On Oct. 17, the student newspaper The Concordian published a thoughtful article about many students’ flagrant consumption of alcohol before dances on the “dry” campus. A day later, officials acknowledged, a staffer from the college admissions office removed all copies of the edition from the campus center building — just prior to a tour by prospective students and their parents. Theft of campus newspapers en masse is an ongoing national travesty, but thus far this year in decline. In 2012, the Student Press Law Center logged 27 such crimes at campus across the nation; this year, only six. But that’s six too many. Stealing such newspapers off campus racks is a crime. Even when the newspapers are available without charge, they have monetary value. In most cases, businesses and others have paid for advertisements. Money has been spent

on printing and distribution. Faculty, staff and students are denied access to information. And then there’s the reality that the First Amendment protects the journalism from news gathering to news racks. There is no “student exception” in those 45 words that start the Bill of Rights. Far too often, colleges have treated the theft student newspapers as just another harmless “prank” or, worse, seen confiscation as a legitimate means of protecting the school’s image, fund-raising efforts, or trustee egos from what they deem to be unflattering news. Thankfully, at Concordia, those in charge are also intouch, both with the law and a respect for legitimate news reporting — even when it stings. In a bit of irony, the report’s focus was on students who made no secret of their dislike of going to dances to find other students intoxicated. Those touring parents likely would have found the subject matter less of a surprise than the strong student criticism of pre-party drinking. In any event, administrators reacted quickly and properly to news that some 400 copies — about one third of the paper’s total circulation — had been snatched from the center’s racks by a school employee. The papers were returned within hours. Steve Schuetz, vice president for enrollment, told the online news outlet The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead that confiscation of the newspaper wasn’t a “coordinated effort” by his office. The Forum reported

that Schuetz apologized to the Concordian staff, and that he “has had multiple discussions with the unnamed staff member responsible.” For its part, The Concordian used the incident to educate readers, via a well-worded editorial titled “An Unacceptable Silencing.” News Editor Emma Connell wrote that the paper held the admissions office responsible for its staffer’s actions, and decried any attempt to present “a rose-colored view of Concordia than to allow the students to present the truth through a body of work they spent valuable time creating.” “Newspapers, at their core, exemplify democratic ideals,” Connell wrote. “Those who are governed deserve to have access to information about the system in which they operate. Students have a right to know what their peers are doing and saying, what goals the administration has for the college and any pressing concerns that have arisen.” As it happens, the college’s mission statement has as its first principle the “freedom to search for truth, with nothing off limits for inquiry and critique.” Stealing newspapers in bulk to hide an unflattering story — if only for a few hours, in this instance — is contrary to that mission, and to the First Amendment. Gene Policinski is chief operating officer of the Newseum Institute and senior vice president of the Institute’s First Amendment Center. He can be reached at gpolicinski@newseum.org.

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Dinner and book signing event with Palos author adventurer Will Martin will benefit McCord

Photo by Michael Gilbert

‘Spirit of Palos Park’ Palos Park Commissioner James Pavlatos (right) presents a plaque to Palos Fine Arts board members Joyce Penney (left to right), Kathy Williams and Beverly Opelka prior to the Village Council meeting Monday, commemorating the Spirit of Palos Park photograph gallery that is now on display inside the Kaptur Administrative Center, 8999 W. 123rd St. The gallery was originally created in 1995 and displayed at the Robert F. DeCaprio Art Gallery on the campus of Moraine Valley Community College. Many of the photos were displayed in the council chambers, but were taken down earlier this year once the Palos Park logo was added to the back wall. The photographs, which were taken by Pavlatos and Palos Park residents Dave Bialka, Frank Bischoff, George Carey, Edward Gee, Ron Kupczyk and Mac McKee depict different businesses and scenes found in Palos Park, ranging from the exterior of the Plush Horse to the Swallow Cliff toboggan slides. The gallery contains 55 photographs in all and will be permanently displayed inside Village Hall.

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Will Martin by Cynthia Weglarz McCord Gallery & Cultural Center What sort of man comes to mind when you think of an adventurer? Chances are it is not your suburban neighbor. But Will Martin of Palos Park breaks the stereotype in his recently published book “So I Bought An Air Force,” the wild but true story of the amazing business deal he made with General Somoza, dictator of Nicaragua, in which Martin purchased all their piston planes, primarily P51 Mustangs. At the same time, in a separate deal, he located and delivered aircraft that the Nicaraguans wanted. The adventure takes place between 1962 and 1965 during which Martin survives attempted murder by a CIA operative, crash lands three Mustangs after mys-

Palos Park thanks The Center for years of volunteer support by Michael Gilbert Regional correspondent

Palos Park officials honored one Cover design: Christopher Gyorgy Will Martin, of Palos Park, has told the story of his purchase of most of the local organizations that had of Nicaraguan dictator Somoza’s air force 50 years after the harrow- a hand in making last month’s Autumn in the Park Festival a ing events described in his book. success. terious engine failure, makes Ni- The book is filled with history, Mayor John Mahoney presented caraguan headlines as a “famous danger, and humor too. a certificate of appreciation to The Chicago gangster” and is arrested You can meet the author on Center Executive Director Dave in Mexico with his wife as a sus- Wednesday, Nov. 13, at Frances- Sanders at the Village Council pect in JFK’s assassination. ca’s Vicinato, 12960 S. La Grange meeting Monday. Sanders arranged to have sevRoad, Palos Park. Dinner will start at 6:30 p.m., eral farm animals from The Chilfollowed by a book preview, in- dren’s Farm, which is a branch of the not-for-profit Center, at terview, and book signing. Proceeds from the dinner and the two-day festival for children book signing will benefit the Mc- to view and pet. The Autumn in Cord Gallery & Cultural Center the Park Festival was held Sept. Capital Campaign to add gallery, 20-21 on the Village Green, 8901 classroom, and performance space W. 123rd St. The festival also feato the cultural center located at tured a parade, chili cook-off, live 9602 Creek Road, Palos Park. entertainment and hayrides. Donation for the dinner is $50 “We wanted to recognize Dave and his staff for the volunteer per person. Call 671-0648 to reserve your work they have done throughout place. Seating is limited, so make the years at village events and in Photo by Will Martin your reservation soon. You may particular for being a part of the Arlene Sypniewski, of Palos Heights, flew with Will Martin in this also purchase a book at the Mc- Autumn in the Park Festival,” plane a few years back after she bid on the plane ride he donated Cord Gallery & Cultural Center Mahoney said of the impetus to present Sanders with the certifito the live auction at McCord Gallery’s first fundraiser gala. in advance of the event. cate. “The Center is one of the true gems in Palos Park. We are so proud to have them in Palos Park.” The Center has been a part of Palos Park’s fabric since 1932. Couples can be married and babies baptized at The Wayside Chapel assist with the search for the told the Board of Education that while school children can learn new superintendent. Input from it has been his privilege to serve about nature and barn animals the Palos 118 community is be- the Palos 118 community, and that at The Children’s Farm, 12700 ing sought regarding the future he appreciates the confidence the Southwest Highway. “When I think about Palos needs for Palos 118 schools, as board has placed in him. The Palos School District 118 well as the strengths and charBoard of Education is beginning acteristics desired in a new suthe process of searching for a new perintendent. superintendent. Dr. Joseph M. Du- An online survey regarding bec, who has served as superin- qualities of the future superintentendent for the past eight years, dent will available through Nov. 5. has announced his retirement at This anonymous survey can also the end of this school year. be accessed on the district website Interested parents and commu- at palos118.org. Leadership profile nity members are invited to attend results will be compiled by HYA, a town hall meeting to discuss and results will be reported on the new superintendent search. the district website as part of the The meeting will be held Tuesday, search process. Nov. 5, from 7 to 8 p.m., at Palos Dr. Dubec has been instruSouth Middle School, 13100 S. mental in steering Palos 118 to 82nd Ave. in Palos Park. balanced budgets, high student The Board of Education has performance, and expanded techemployed the firm of HYA to nology support for instruction. He

Dist. 118 plans public forum on next superintendent search Dr. Dubec will retire next June

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COPS fund cadet scholarships Palos Park Police Department Cadet Cmdr. Frank Slabnek (middle) receives a check for $500 from Citizen of Patrol Service member Paul Bezanis (right) while fellow COPS member Tom Crowhurst looks on at the Village Council meeting Monday, Oct. 28. The money will be placed in the cadets’ scholarship fund and will allow active members in the cadet program access to financial assistance for their college courses while pursuing a degree in public safety, said Palos Park Police Chief Joe Miller, who founded both the cadet and COPS programs in 1999. The COPS raised the money while selling popcorn at last month’s Autumn in Park Festival. “As a former recipient [of the cadet scholarship], I can tell you how much it means to get some sort of reimbursement for your tuition,” said Slabnek, who has been in the cadet program for seven years. “On behalf of all the cadets, we thank [the COPS] for this generous gift.”

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The Center’s executive director, Dave Sanders (left), expresses his gratitude after receiving a certificate of appreciation from Mayor John Mahoney (right) at the council meeting Monday. Park, The Center comes up pretty quickly,” Commissioner Dan Polk said. “The Center is an important component of the Park.” Polk encouraged all residents unfamiliar with The Center to conduct a Google search and learn about the organization. “See how it came to be and what it does,” Polk said. “The Center reflects why we come back to the Park.” Commissioner Nicole Milovich-Walters thanked Sanders and his employees for “opening their doors and hearts” to her daughter’s Girl Scout troop. The scouts recently toured the facility learning important life lessons like how to build a fire, MilovichWalters said. Following a standing ovation from the board and approximately 25 members in the audience,

Sanders addressed the council to offer his gratitude. “I’m proud to live in this community,” he said. “Wherever [my family and I] go we are always happy to come home to Palos Park.” Also Monday, Village Manager Rick Boehm told the board the project to replace the aging lighting fixtures on the exterior and in the parking lot of the Metra station with new LED lights is scheduled for this week. Palos Park officials applied for and received Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and Illinois Clean Energy Act Incentive grants to help fund the project, Boehm said. The total project will cost around $28,800 with Palos Park responsible for (Continued on page 4)

The Regional News Thursday, October 31, 2013 Halloween fun with an artistic twist was the focus of the PumpKids Painting Party and Harvest Corner of Treats held last Saturday inside and in front of MidVilla Pizza, 12226 S. Harlem Ave., Palos Heights. Children took gleeful whacks at a piñata filled with candy (photos clockwise from top left). Held during Illinois Arts Month, the event was sponsored by the Arts and Home Life committees of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club. It was designed to promote art appreciation for children and encourage families to experience to joy of art together in the center of Palos Heights’ once thriving Harlem Avenue central business district. Darween the Clown mugs for the camera moments after she used her balloon artistry to create a saber and scabbard for Colm Coyle, 4, of Palos Heights. Joan Meyers of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club paints, by request, a snake on the face of Jane Ready, 8, of Palos Heights, there with her mother, Rachel, and three sisters. Jane said she planned to dress as Medusa later in the day for a Halloween party. Todd and Stacy Schuble, of Palos Heights, smile as they watch daughter Alexandra, 2, paint a tiny pumpkin under a tent set up in the parking lot. In all, about 100 pumpkins were painted by local children.

Shepard student accused of making threat on Facebook By Bob Rakow Staff reporter

Photos by Tim Hadac

Pumpkids event draws families to Harlem

A Shepard High School student faces a felony charge for using social media to threaten to kill another student, Cook County Sheriff’s Police said. Thomas Braasch of Worth was arrested Oct. 24 after posting the threat on Facebook the previous day. He later told police he had planned to kill the student for a year. Braasch threatened to kill the 16-year-old student at the school with a gun, police said. He did not have the weapon when he was arrested, officers said. Sheriff’s police were contacted Oct. 24 by Shepard administrators after staff at the Palos Heights school saw the threat. Braasch was taken into custody later that day. Court records indicate Braasch also lives in Alsip. He was charged with disorderly

Thomas Braasch conduct — transmitting or causing a threat of destruction of a school building or school, or a threat of violence, death, or bodily harm directed against persons at a school, school function or school event, whether or not the school is in session. Bond was set at $150,000.

Bank manager charged with theft Heights Landing

access to the beauty of the green space immediately north, as well as the decorative waterfall on the (Continued from page 1) north bank of the channel. Additionally, the development that includes a “restaurant camwould be linked via foot path and pus” of eight different types of bicycle path, to Lake Katherine, upmarket eateries that would which itself is a major attraction make the site a destination for that draws thousands of people diners not only from the Palos every year from the immediate area, but from Orland Park and area and surrounding region. Tinley Park, as well. All six PUD Commission mem Also in Trean’s plans are a bers offered brief but enthusias“smallish boutique hotel and tic comments in response to the banquet facility” five storeys tall general concept laid out Tuesday with 80 to 100 guest rooms and night, with Alderman Jeffrey Key a high-end, 48-unit condominium saying “I’ve got to tell you, I love building with its own under-buidthis plan” and describing it as ing parking. “tantalizing and mouth water Key to the entire concept’s ing.” success, Allenson said, is its aes Concerns about the concept were expressed by longtime builder James Pasquinelli of Palos Heights, who said the five-story hotel and condo building are too tall and placed too closely to a nearby residential area. He also predicted that Trean will find it difficult working with the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, which owns much of the adjacent property. Allenson disagreed, saying he has worked with MWRD for years and that Trean will work with the city to ensure that what they build falls within city standards. Offering brief words of encouragement after Pasquinelli was Palos Heights resident Bob Grossart, chairman of the city’s economic development committee. “We would strongly encourage the Submitted image city and the developer to work A view of the proposed boardwalk that would serve as a commu- together to find solutions to any nity gathering space and a destination for diners at Route 83 and problems that may arise. We recHarlem Avenue. ognize that this is not a cakewalk

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thetic integration with the Cal-Sag Channel and the Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens. All too often, he noted, developers ignore adjacent waterways and nature areas — evidenced by developments where nearby natural beauty can only be seen “from loading docks and Dumpsters.” Trean’s concept is to build a wide boardwalk (up to 60 feet) along the northern edge of the parcel, encouraging restaurant and hotel patrons to engage in strolls, al fresco dining, outdoor events like art fairs and more. The restaurants would be designed with front and back entrances, but the focus would be the rear and its

ernment and Priscilla Steinmetz, founder of the Bridge Teen Center in Orland Park. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 974-5714. This year Golden Shoes also celebrated its golden anniversary in Palos Heights. Before moving to Palos Heights in 1963, Goldberg’s father owned a shoe store at 6844 S. Halsted St., in the heart of the Englewood neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side. With crime rising rapidly there in the early 1960s, his wife, Jeannette, put her foot down. “My dad had a gun put to his head a few times,” Marc Goldberg explained. “My mother said [to him], ‘I’m not raising my kids alone. I don’t care if you have to beg on West Madison Street, you’re not staying [in Englewood]

another day.’” Goldberg’s mother died in 1992, and her husband died almost a year ago at age 100. Those who knew Goldie typically spoke of his incredible work ethic, as well as his generosity in the community and devotion to his customers. Marc Goldberg shows similar traits. “This is a hands-on business. I eat, drink and sleep this store,” he noted. “If a customer wants something, I go get it for them. We go that extra mile. I have friends [in the shoe business] all over the country, and I will get my customers what they want.” The payoff is loyalty that is reciprocated, he observed. “I have incredibly loyal customers — multi-generational situa-

about whether events are assessed to ensure that they are relevant and drawing an audience. Staff assured McLaughlin that (Continued from page 1) they are. Commuter Parking Fund deficit. McLaughlin expressed concern Mampe said the rate has stood at about a proposed beer and wine a dollar for at least 30 years. festival, saying that he (as village The mayor and trustees balked liquor commissioner) had not been at that large of an increase and consulted about it and that such countered with a suggestion to an event would have unspecified raise fees to $1.25 in 2014 and “other issues.” later to $1.50. Baer responded that the beer Trustee James Dodge ques- and wine festival and other newly tioned the need to purchase a plot- suggested events are “just ideas” ter and other pieces of computer suggested by village officials. hardware and suggested that vil- “Yeah, but they’re ideas that lage staff explore outsourcing im- have been budgeted for [2014],” aging-related functions, as many McLaughlin responded. in the private sector have. “No, no. They’re just on the The group also offered con- recommendation list,” she replied. structive criticism of the village’s “Technically, you still have to aparray of festivals and other spe- prove it.” cial events. Looking over a list McLaughlin said he may look of more than 40 current events, favorably on such an event down McLaughlin and others ques- the road, but hinted that the idea tioned Grimes, Mampe and Assis- would not fly in 2014. tant Village Manager Ellen Baer Trustee Kathleen Fenton asked

what she called “not a popular question” about whether the village should consider implementing a two-tiered pricing structure for public events. She suggested that admission remain free for Orland Park residents, but not for non-residents. Dodge and others voiced concern that charging non-residents would erode the “good will” that the village has amassed by keeping its events free. He added that public events help make the village a destination for the region and that local businesses, from restaurants to gas stations, benefit from Orland Park’s popularity. Looking ahead, McLaughlin asked village staff to look at Orland Park’s liquor license fees, which he said have not been raised for years. Officials added that when the draft budget is made available for public inspection, it will also be posted on the village website.

(Continued from page 1) ethic of always making the customers feel important, and being sincere and devoted to them. He truly cares about his clientele,” Moraine Valley officials said in a statement. The awards will be presented at the 18th annual Business Champion Awards dinner, set for 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, at the Moraine Business and Conference Center, Building M, on campus, 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills. Tickets are $50 each or $380 for a table of eight. Other local Champion awardees are Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin for excellence in gov-

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Charles Allenson of Trean Development discusses his firm’s concept for re-development of the long-vacant property at the northeast corner of Route 83 and Harlem Avenue. and that everything is not going to work just perfect, but I think if we focus on how to make things work instead of how things won’t work, is very important. We think it’s a great concept for the city, and we strongly encourage that it move forward.” After the meeting, Allenson said his team will flesh out plans in greater detail and move things forward with the city, as quickly as several weeks ahead. tions where people whose parents took them here as children are coming back, again and again, years later, with their children and even grandchildren,” he said. “That’s the only thing that saved us, really.” One of those customers is Jen Krueger, of Orland Hills, whose parents brought her and her hardto-fit younger brother Matt from their Tinley Park home over 32 years ago, when she was about 4 years old. “You can’t beat the friendliness of the [salesmen] here, or their knowledge,” she said as Goldberg fitted her 11-year-old daughter Lexi with a pair of stylish gym shoes and chatted with her about school, like a familiar uncle. “It’s great to know that each and every time I come here, I am guaranteed a good fit and can choose from a good selection of quality shoes, for myself and my entire family.”

Orland Park police arrested Al T. Kaleel, 34, of Tinley Park, at midnight Sept. 20 and charged him with four counts of felony theft and two counts of forgery. A branch manager at a bank in the 14700 block of South La Grange Road, Kaleel allegedly made four unauthorized withdrawals totaling nearly $8,000 from patrons’ certificate of deposit accounts in 2012, police said. He was fired in December, soon after the thefts were discovered, according to the police report. Kaleel was held overnight for a bond hearing Sept. 21 at the George N. Leighton Criminal Court Building in Chicago. In other Orland Park police news, Polly Rutherford-Serpe, 40, of Orland Park, was arrested at 6:29 p.m. Oct. 7 and charged with felony retail theft. Police said Rutherford-Serpe took numerous items with a retail value of $409 from a store in the Orland Park Place shopping center. She allegedly hid merchandise, including a Keurig coffee maker under a bag in a shopping cart and then paid for some items, but not others. Rutherford-Serpe had a court date of Oct. 8 at the 5th Municipal District Cook County Courthouse in Bridgeview. Kyle A. Devaney, 26, of Orland Park, was arrested at 10:14 p.m. Oct. 4 and charged with obstructing a peace officer and resisting a peace officer. Devaney ran from officers as they questioned him outside of a residence in the 9200 block of Cliffside Lane, police said. He locked himself inside the home, but eventually came out to con-

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(Continued from page 3) around $12,120, or 42 percent. Crews from the Oak Brookbased Twin Supplies are expected to complete the project either this Wednesday or Thursday, Boehm said. The work will not cause the Metra station to be closed at any point, Boehm said. Palos Park also received the two grants last year and used them to purchase new lighting fixtures at Village Hall, the Public Works Department and the Recreation Center, Boehm said. The new lights at the Metra station come with a seven-year warranty and are expected to last between to 10 to 15 years, he said.

tinue speaking with officers, police said. Devaney then resisted their attempts to handcuff him by pulling away and tucking his arm in close to his chest, according to the police report. He finally submitted under threat of being tased, police said. Devaney had a court date of Oct. 18 in Bridgeview. Brian H. Arundel, 42, of Orland Park, was arrested at 8:36 p.m. Sept. 30 and charged with aggravated assault after he allegedly used a fireplace poker to threaten a process server in the 14900 block of Westwood Drive. Arundel’s son tried to hold his father back as he approached the man who had brought a subpoena, police said. According to the police report, Arundel told the man he would “blow his head” off if he ever returned. Arundel had a court date of Oct. 31 in Bridgeview. Sohiub Assaf, 18, of Palos Park, was arrested at 9:23 p.m. Oct. 4 and charged with driving while license suspended, speeding in a construction zone, operation of an uninsured motor vehicle, improper lane usage and driving without a seatbelt. Assaf drove recklessly in the area of 153rd Street and La Grange Road, and as fast as 62 mph in a 35 mph construction zone, police said. He had a court date of Oct. 31 in Bridgeview.

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Heights Fire Prevention Contest winners recognized The Palos Heights Fire Protection District held its annual Fire Prevention Contest awards night on Oct. 22 at the fire department headquarters, 123rd and Harlem Avenue. The contest is held for students of local schools every October, Fire Prevention Month. The winners of this year’s awards are as follows: St. Alexander School: Ellen Saracini, Clare Stroner, Stephanie Theis, Paul Arquilla, Jimmy Saracini, Benjamin Fanelli, Jill Borza, Molly Murrihy, Matthew Coffey, David Fanelli, Caera Kennedy, Charlie Kalousek, Catherine Kennedy, Liam Law and Jimmy Mundo. Chippewa School: Enzo Restivo, James Lapenas, Sarah Steephen, Raymond Lapenas and Samuel Lapenas.

Palos Lutheran School: Caroline Molloy and Caitlyn Mix. Indian Hill School: Cayla Prohaska, Autumn Kelly and Ameer Husein. Navajo Heights School: Kylie Fronczak, Mary Stepuszek, Makayla Cracco and Julian Marrero. Independence Junior High School: Michael Fisher, Jack Curtin, Jack Anderson, Audrey Toomey, Alayne Trinko and Bethany Regnerus. Fire Chief Tim Sarhage presented the awards along with Fire Marshal Joe Schmitt, who thanked all of the teachers and Principals from the area schools for supporting the Fire Prevention Program again this year and making the program a success. The winners posed for this group photo with the chief, fire marshal and district Trustee Bill Storrs.

Palos cops plan Halloween Follow trick-or-treat safety tips crackdown on drunken drivers This Halloween, Palos Heights and Palos Park police will crack down on drunk drivers with an aggressive Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement effort, and, police are giving a fair warning to all partygoers: keep the party off the road. “The scariest part of Halloween is not the spooky costumes and scary pranks, it’s drunk drivers. All too often, partygoers don’t plan ahead and choose to drive after drinking, but a costume can’t disguise drunk driving,” said Palos Heights and Palos Park Police Chiefs George L. Yott and Joe Miller. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), from 2007-2011, 52 percent of all national fatalities occurring on Halloween night involved a drunk driver.

Young men are particularly at risk of being involved in a traffic crash as a result of “buzzed” or drunk driving. Males ages 21-34 comprised almost half of all drunk drivers who were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes nationwide during the 2011 Halloween period. “If you celebrate with alcohol, you don’t belong behind the wheel,” Chief Yott said. “A sober and safe ride after the party is the best treat you can give yourself and everyone else on the road this Halloween in Palos Heights.” To keep safe this Halloween, the Palos Heights and Palos Park Police Departments recommend these tips: • Before the Halloween festivities begin, plan a way to safely get home at the end of the night.

• Always designate a sober driver. • If you are impaired, take a taxi, call a sober friend or family member, use public transportation or sleep it off at the party location. • Walking impaired can be just as dangerous as drunk driving. Designate a sober friend to walk you home. • If you see a drunk driver on the road, contact local law enforcement. • If you know someone who is about to drive or ride after drinking, take their keys and help them make safe travel arrangements to where they are going. The law enforcement crackdown is funded by federal traffic safety funds through the Illinois Department of Transportation.

Palos Park Police want to make sure that all Palos Park’s little ghouls and goblins have a safe night on Halloween so they offered these tips: • Make sure your child’s costume is bright and reflective since it will become dark outside during the course of their trick or treating. If it’s not, consider putting reflective tape or stripping on their costumes. Make sure their shoes fit well and their costumes are short enough so they don’t find themselves tripping. • Put your child’s name, address and phone number somewhere on them, especially for little ones, in case they get separated from you. • Review with your child “Stop-Drop-Roll” in case their

costume does come in contact with fire. • Stay in a group, walk slowly and communicate where you are going. • Only trick-or-treat in wellknown neighborhoods at homes that have a porch light on. • Never enter a stranger’s home or car for a treat. • Obey all traffic and pedestrian regulations. • Always walk. Never run across a street. • Only cross the street as a group in established crosswalks. • Remove any mask or item that will limit eyesight before crossing a street, driveway or alley. • Don’t assume the right of way. Motorists may have trouble

seeing Trick-or-Treaters. Just because one car stops, doesn’t mean others will. • Never consume unwrapped food items or open beverages that may be offered. • No treats are to be eaten until they are thoroughly checked by an adult at home. • Palos Park Police should be notified immediately of any suspicious or unlawful activity. Police Commissioner Dan Polk said Palos Park will have additional officers on patrol Halloween night.

Driver charged with speeding Palos Heights police arrested Jozef P. Szczech, 19, of Chicago, and charged him with underage drinking and speeding. Police pulled him over in the 12400 block of South Harlem Avenue at 1:46 a.m. Oct. 17 after they reportedly detected his vehicle speeding. Police said that Szczech’s eyes were bloodshot, his speech slurred, and he smelled of alcohol. He allegedly admitted to drinking earlier and was arrested. Bond was set at $1,200, and he is set to appear in court on Nov. 5. In other Palos Heights police news, Paul B. Rooney, 48, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft after he allegedly stole meat products worth more than $90 at a grocery store in the 12800 block of South Harlem Avenue at 4:01 p.m. Oct. 16. Bond was set at $1,500, and Rooney’s court date is Nov. 20. Police charged David J. Duque, 37, of Burbank, with DUI, im-

PALOS HEIGHTS POLICE proper lane use, and following another vehicle too closely. Police pulled him over in the 11900 block of South Ridgeland Avenue at 1:51 a.m. last Sunday. Bond was set at $1,000, and Duque is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 2. Brian J. Frainey, 24, of Frankfort, was charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Police said they encountered Frainey when they responded to a call of a possible drug overdose of a man in a bathroom at a gas station in the 12100 block of South Ridgeland at 9:01 p.m. last Monday. He was scheduled to appear in court last Tuesday, according to the police report. Police charged Naser Ali Al-Qaisi, 43, of Burbank, with driving on a suspended license, as well

as no light illuminating his rear license plate. Police pulled him over in the 12600 block of South Harlem Avenue at 12:10 a.m. last Friday. Bond was set at $1,500, and he is set to appear in court on Nov. 20. Christa Czosmyk, 36, of Palos Heights, was charged with driving on a revoked license, failure to provide proof of insurance, and a broken muffler. She was stopped by police in the 12300 block of South Harlem Avenue at 11:20 p.m. Oct. 23 when her loud muffler was detected, according to the police report. Bond was set at $2,000, and her court date is Nov. 20. Police charged Clayton Hickey, 23, of Chicago, with theft after he allegedly attempted to steal medical items when he left Palos Community Hospital at 2:38 p.m. Oct. 20. Bond was set at $1,500, and Hickey is set to appear in court on Nov. 5.

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Accused suspended driver charged with unlawful weapon Palos Park police charged Arturo Rodriguez, 31, of Orland Park, with unlawful use of a weapon, possession of drug paraphernalia, improper lane usage and driving on a suspended license. He was pulled over after police reportedly saw his vehicle cross the center line in the 11900 block of South La Grange Road at 3:15 p.m. Oct. 16. A search of his vehicle yielded a five-inch knife in a leather sheath, as well as a night stick and a pipe commonly used to smoke marijuana, police said. He reportedly explained that he uses the knife to open boxes at work, according to the police report. Rodriguez is due in court in Bridgeview on Nov. 26. In other Palos Park police news, authorities are searching for a man who passed two counterfeit $10 bills at a pharmacy in the 13000 block of South La Grange Road shortly after 6 p.m. Oct. 17. Store employees told police that the man used one of the fake bills to purchase aspirin at the pharmacy counter at 6:11 p.m., and that he returned seven minutes later with the second counterfeit bill to buy a bottle of water and a hypodermic sy-

appear in court in Bridgeview on Nov. 26. Eddy Flores, 21, of Chicago, ringe. Store officials said they was charged with driving on lost about $20 in change given to a suspended license, speeding the man, who is described only and improper lighting. He was as a black man wearing a black stopped by police in the 12300 baseball cap, black jacket, white block of South Wolf Road at 1:29 shirt, tan pants and tan shoes. a.m. Oct. 18 after they reportedly The fake bills were inventoried detected his vehicle traveling at by police, who also reviewed 51 miles per hour, more than 10 video surveillance footage. miles per hour over the speed Yassin M. Yassin, 18, of Orland limit, police said. Flores is set Park, was charged with speed- to appear in court in Bridgeview ing and driving without proof of on Nov. 26. insurance. Police stopped his ve- Police charged Ayman Angel hicle in the 12700 block of South Khamis, 25, of Chicago, with Southwest Highway at 10:13 driving on a suspended license p.m. Oct. 22. Yassin’s vehicle and speeding. He was pulled over was traveling at 71 miles per by police near Route 83 and La hour, well over the speed limit Grange Road at 3:47 p.m. Oct. of 40, police said. His vehicle 10 after they reportedly detected was towed, and his court date his vehicle traveling at 67 miles in Bridgeview is Nov. 26. per hour — more than 20 miles Police charged Jorge Ruiz Jr., per hour over the speed limit, 41, of Chicago, with driving on police said. Bond was set at a suspended license and failure $1,500, and he is scheduled to to provide proof of insurance. appear in court in Bridgeview He was pulled over by police on Nov. 26. in the 11900 block of South La Grange Road at 11:58 p.m. Oct. 18 after they ran a check on the license plate of the vehicle he was driving. Bond was set at $2,000 and he is scheduled to

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Central Twisters march to victories Central Middle School Marching Band of School District 146 won several awards at the Grundy County Corn Festival where, the group performed with a strong showing earlier this fall. The Twisters Marching Band members earned four awards for the day, including playing, marching and overall effect. The CMS Marching Bank took “best” in these three categories: Middle School performance of the day, Drum-line and Drum major. The school’s Marching Band was also given top honors: 1st place in the Class A Division for the bands. The school has been attending this parade for about 20 years and has won various awards. Submitted photo

BMX champ gives anti-bullying message BMX Champion and youth motivational speaker Matt Wilhelm visited the intermediate grade students at Meadow Ridge School in Orland Park recently to share his story of perseverance and hard work that helped him achieve his World Champion status. Wilhelm started by sharing his experience as a grade school student who was the target of bullies. He still remembers those years but also remembers those who stood up for him, sending the message to Meadow Ridge students to think “How would you like to be remembered by your classmates?” A native of Oak Lawn, Matt Wilhelm’s talents and dedication has led to being a semi-finalist on “America’s Got Talent” and most recently filmed a documentary with President Obama as part of the “Stop Bullying; Speak Up” campaign that seeks to empower all kids to take part in the growing movement to help bring an end to bullying. Submitted photo

Dr. Steven Timmermans, president of Trinity Christian College, and Dr. Sylvia M. Jenkins, president of Moraine Valley Community College, extend congratulations after signing the agreement. Joining them are (from left) David Deitemyer, dean of Academic Services, Moraine Valley; Debby Blatzer, director of Academic Advising Programs and Services, Moraine Valley; Tina Carney-Simon, transfer coordinator, Articulation, Moraine Valley; Kim Fabian, executive director of Marketing and Communications, Trinity Christian; Jaynn Tobias-Johnson, registrar, Trinity Christian; Dr. Elizabeth Rudenga, provost, Trinity Christian; Joann Wright, dean of Counseling and Advising, Moraine Valley; Dr. Pamela Haney, vice president of Academic Affairs, Moraine Valley; Dr. Margaret Lehner, vice president of Institutional Advancement, Moraine Valley; Dr. Normah Salleh-Barone, vice president of Student Development, Moraine Valley; Walter Fronczek, dean of Liberal Arts, Moraine Valley; Robert Sterkowitz, chief financial officer, Moraine Valley; and Chet Shaw, dean of Student Services, Moraine Valley.

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Trinity and Moraine pact clears path from MVCC to finish degree at Trinity A new agreement between Trinity Christian College and Moraine Valley Community College provides a seamless path for students planning to transfer from Moraine to Trinity. The Trinity-Moraine Admissions Collaboration (T-MAC) Agreement, signed by Trinity’s President Steven Timmermans, Ph.D., and Moraine’s President Sylvia Jenkins, Ph.D., on Oct. 23, offers transfer students a choice of collaborative program options in addition to other benefits, including:

• Academic advising prior to transfer • Scholarship award of at least $4,000/year for eligible students • Application for additional need-based financial assistance • Waiving of the Trinity application fee. Collaborative program options have also been developed under the agreement. One option allows students to earn a professional counseling degree in just five years of starting their degree at Moraine. Students first earn associate and

The Mount Assisi Booster Club presents its 10th annual Comedy Night this Saturday, Nov. 2, at the school, 13860 Main St. in Lemont. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., dinner at 7:15 p.m.; show at 8:30 p.m. Featuring a night of comedy bachelor’s degrees in psychology an associate degree with a psy- and dinner by Uncle Bub’s. in three years, then, depending on chology major at Moraine, then Tickets cost $35 and include eligibility and meeting entrance transfer to Trinity to complete a buffet dinner, beer, wine, pop, requirements, immediately enter bachelor’s degree with a major in water and comedy show. Must Trinity’s master of arts in counsel- cognitive and speech development be 21 or over to attend. ing psychology program. and a minor in speech and com- To register, contact Gail And The two colleges also revised munication sciences. julis andjul4@yahoo.com, or call the transfer agreement that leads “I’m pleased to have entered 224-9922. to a bachelor’s degree in Trinity’s into this partnership with Moraine Adult Studies business program. Valley Community College, for it Trinity presents This ensures that the courses stu- ensures our two institutions make fall drama dents take at both institutions it easy for students who begin their are coordinated and will lead to studies at Moraine to understand, Trinity Christian College degree completion. each step of the way, what is needed will present the fall play, “The An additional collaborative pro- for their ultimate transfer to Trin- Women of Lockerbie,” by Deborah gram enables students to complete ity,” said Timmermans. Brevoort, at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Nov. 8 and 9, 15 and 16, in the Marg Kallemeyn Theater (Art and Communication Center), 6601 W. College Drive. Tickets for assigned seating are $11 general admission; $8 stu-

dents and senior citizens. Purchase tickets online at trnty.edu (Events — Tickets on Sale) or call Trinity’s campus switchboard at 597-3000 for more information. Doors open at 7 p.m.; run-time is 100 minutes (no intermission). Based on real events, “The Women of Lockerbie” is set in Lockerbie, Scotland, in 1995, seven years after PanAm flight 103 exploded in the air over Lockerbie as a result of a terrorist act that took the life of every passenger. The women of Lockerbie fight for the U.S. government’s permission to wash the clothes of the dead and return them to the victims’ families.

Student News Margaret Corso, of Palos Park, has been admitted to Carleton College in Northfield, Minn., as a member of the Class of 2017. She is the daughter of James Corso and Sandy Corso. Corso is a graduate of Providence High School.

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Pumpkin Hunt at Southwest Montessori School A spooktacular time was had by all witches, bats, super heroes and princesses who attended Palos Park’s Southwest Suburban Montessori School’s annual Pumpkin Hunt on Sunday. The playground was packed with guests (young and old) in their Halloween best. It was an ideal autumn day to search for just the right pumpkin to decorate and then share conversation and treats with ghoulish friends. Children and adults wore costumes such as the Big Bad Wolf and Red Riding Hood in the woods, a spider witch, Tonto and his pumpkin and fourth and a witch and a flapper.

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180th Street. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cemeteries around Chicaâ&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Southwest Suburban golandâ&#x20AC;? is the topic by Kevin W.O.W. (widow or widowersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;) Korst. group will meet at Zion Lu- â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Doors open at 6:15 p.m., busitheran Church, 17100 W. 70th ness meeting at 6:45 p.m. and Ave., Tinley Park, this Friday, program begins at 7 p.m. Nov. 1, at 7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Discover the meaning behind â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Join the short monthly meet- grave symbols, find out what faing, entertainment and refresh- mous people are buried nearby, ments. All denominations wel- and hear local stories and legends come. as you take a visual tour of what lies beneath. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Korst is the local history coorToastmasters Club dinator for the Oak Lawn Public â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Center Toastmasters Club Library. will meet on Wednesdays, Nov. 6 and 20, at 7 p.m., at 12700 SouthPalos Heights west Highway, Palos Park. Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Toastmasters International is an organization for people inter- â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Eight new members will be ested in improving and practic- installed at the next meeting of ing their public speaking skills. the Palos Heights Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club Members take turns leading the on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m., meetings and giving speeches, at the Palos Heights Recreation gaining confidence from the en- Center, 6601 W. 127th St. couragement of each other. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The members will be installed â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Center Toastmasters meet during a new member candleon the first and third Wednesdays lighting ceremony with several of every month. New members of the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s past presidents and guests are always welcome. presiding. For information, call Dave Sand- â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Refreshments will be served. ers or Lois Lauer at The Center Any lady is welcome to attend. at 361-3650. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The next event for the club is the annual Christmas Walk to be held on Saturday, Dec. 7, Tinley Moraine starting with a breakfast at Palos Genealogists Country Club. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Genealogists will meet â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Tickets are available at Mona Thursday, Nov. 14, at Tinley Park Lisa and Karenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hallmark near Public Library, 80th Avenue and Dominicks.

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Shown are Eileen Lunter (from left), Jill Duran and Lois Duran, chairwomen of the Keep Palos Heights Beautiful initiative; with Ronald Coco, Palos Charm winner in the Home Category; John DeKoker, winner of the Tree Category; Linda Schaefer, 2nd place winner in the Garden Category; Dan Anderson, 3rd place winner in the Garden Category and Alene Korby, 1st place winner in the Garden Category.

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â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Palos Heights Beautification Committee recently held its â&#x20AC;&#x153;Keep Palos Heights Beautifulâ&#x20AC;? recognition night. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Many of the nominated residents who were nominated, Mayor Bob Straz, his wife Madeline, and committee members enjoyed appetizers, drinks and desserts. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The one-mile race for children â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; After an introduction by Jean begins at 8 a.m., the 5K for individ- Gnap, chairman of the Beautificauals and families begins at 9 a.m. tion Committee, committee memTrophies will be awarded to overall bers Anne Girzadas, Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Marmale and female 5K winner along with top male and female in each age category. The childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one mile will receive three deep medals in each age category with trophies for overall boy and girl winner. Race ribbons will be provided for finishers in one-mile race. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; After the completion of the Crafters sought race, stay for the awards presentation, music, healthy snacks, and for Stagg show a raffle. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Free T-shirts for participants â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Stagg High School Music Boostwho register by Friday, Oct. 18. ers art/craft show will be held The fee for the one mile childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., race is $12 prior to race day or and Nov. 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 $22 on race day, the individual p.m. fee is $18 prior to race day and â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Boosters are accepting $28 on race day, and the family applications from crafters and fee is $50 prior to race day and artists for the show. Cost is $95 $60 on race day. Family registra- per 80 sq. ft. booth space for the tion is a maximum of two adults two-day run of the show. and total of four family members â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; For more information or to residing in the same household. receive an application. Call 974(671-3760) 7520 or 361-8298.

Recreation Roundup Kids garage sale â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Palos Heights Parks and Recreation Department will hold its annual Kids Garage Sale and Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Workshop Craft Fair this Saturday, Nov. 2, from 10 a.m. to noon. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Find bargains for holiday gift giving. The sale is open to the public and admission is free. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; For more information, call the Recreation Center at 361-1807 or stop by the Recreation Center, 6601 W. 127th St. in Palos Heights.

Palos Park Turkey Trot â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Palos Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Turkey Trot will be held on Saturday, Nov. 2. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The race will begin and end at the Palos Park Recreation Center, 8901 W. 123rd St. The certified course is through scenic areas of the village with rolling terrain. Runners and walkers are encouraged to participate.

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ket; Ed Dombrowski, Adopt A Pot; Bridget Provost, Lake Katherine; and Lynda Schiappa and Denise Hyker, Art Garden, gave a short talk about what their committees have accomplished this year. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Classic Car Event and the Economic Development Department are also part of the organization. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Lois Duran, Jill Duran and Eileen Lunter, members of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Keep Palos Heights Beautifulâ&#x20AC;? Commit-

tee then passed out the certificates and awards to the nominees. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; In the Garden Category, Len Korby and Alene Korby won 1st place; Mr. and Mrs. Russell Schaefer won 2nd place; and Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Anderson won 3rd Place. Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Coco and Mr. and Mrs. David Skocik each won the Palos Charm Award and Mr. and Mrs. Steven Foertsch won the Newer Home with Palos Charm in the Home Category.

â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Mr. and Mrs. John DeKoker won the Tree Award and Mr. and Mrs. Rich TerMaat won the Deck/Porch Award for their tiered deck. Along with a certificate, the winners received a sign to put in their yard showing they won the award for 2013. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Several of the homeowners were nominated for two or three categories. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Palos Heights Beautification Committee

Benefits & Fundraisers SWSRA Candlelight bowl fundraiser

â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Tickets cost $25 and include shoes, buffet style dinner and Scotch Double Bowling. A buffet dinner only â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; South West Special Recreation ticket can be purchased for $15. Association (SWSRA) will host its â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Raffles, door prizes and splitannual fun-filled Candlelight Bowl the-deck will also be available for fundraiser this Saturday, Nov. 2, at purchase. All proceeds will benefit 8 p.m., at Centennial Lanes, 16050 SWSRA services. Centennial Circle in Tinley Park. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; For a list of sponsorship oppor-

tunities, to make a donation or purchase a ticket, contact Justin Waters at the SWSRA office by calling 389-9423, or emailing him at jwaters@swsra.com. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; SWSRA is a non-profit organization that provides recreation services for individuals with special needs. (swsra.com)

Library Notes Heights library featured database â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Consumer Reports online provides expert, unbiased ratings of over 5,000 products, and includes reviews, expert buying advice, product comparisons, user reviews and more. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Visit the library to access, or Palos Heights cardholders may call 448-1473 for more information.

Heights library upcoming events â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The following events will take place at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ Bring your projects to the Needle Club and enjoy the company of others while working on Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 10 a.m. to noon. New

members always welcome. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ Join others who love the game at the Scrabble Club on Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 1 to 3 p.m. New players always welcome. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ Have your holiday photos taken in front of our fireplace and tree in the libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reading room on Nov. 3. Bring your camera and your loved ones for a photo shoot. Come in to the library or call 448-1473 to reserve a time slot between 1 and 5 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ Thursdays at the Movies on Nov. 7 will show the film â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now You See Me.â&#x20AC;? There will be three showings: 10 a.m. (with subtitles), 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ Learn about the free digital services available to you with your Palos Heights library card including ebooks, free music and magazine downloads, and

our huge suite of databases on Monday, Nov. 4, at 2 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ Food enzyme deficiencies may be the hidden cause behind any number of health conditions. Come to a free presentation and find out how Lucas Chiropractic Center can help on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ Join our iPad/iPhone User Group on Nov. 6, at 2 p.m., and share what you know and learn new tips/tricks from others. Bring your device so we can project your favorite app on the overhead. If there is interest, this group will continue to meet on a monthly basis. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Program registration is always appreciated. Register online at palosheightslibrary.org, call at 448-1473, or in person. All programs are free and open to the public.

Staying Afloat in a Sea of Forgetfulness A F ree e ducAtion e vent

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

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The new Senior Advisory Council members include: Rosemary Ihle (Station 1); Grace Fiorenza (Station 2); Janice Pierhal (Station 3); Diana Husband (Station 5); Mane Pritza (Station 5); Caryl R. Tietz (Station 6); and, Joe Gleiter (Station 6). SAC hopes to have two volunteers representing each of the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s six fire stations.

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Orland Fire reforms seniors outreach â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Orland Fire Protection District introduced its newly reorganized Senior Advisory Council, promising the new group will focus all its energies on the interests of the fire district and the needs of the fire districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s senior residents. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The reformation of the senior advisory group is timely, as it emerges a week after the news that an elderly Orland Park woman died after a burner on her stove caught fire to her robe as she made coffee early on Oct. 16. The tragic accident showed the need for fire-safety education for adults and senior citizens, as well as for children, Fire Chief Ken Brucki noted during in interview with The Regional News about the incident. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The senior advisory council (SAC) had been first created in 2009 to address the needs of seniors on issues of health and fire safety, explained SAC Liaison Rosemaria Genova who introduced each of the new board members at the October regular meeting of the OFPD Board of Trustees.

â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Chief Brucki applauded the new Senior Advisory Council and their promise to make the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seniors and the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fire needs their number one priority. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Seniors are a very important community for the Orland Fire Protection District. The fire district is constantly evaluating its service and the needs of seniors,â&#x20AC;? said Chief Ken Brucki. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The new Senior Advisory Council will help the Fire District continue to meet the needs and the expectations of our senior community. We want to make sure that not only do we respond to the needs of seniors professional, efficiently and successfully, but we also want to ensure that our senior community has a means of directly communicating with us what they expect and what they need.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The new senior group includes past members and new members and plans to grow to be as representative of the senior community as possible. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Board of Trustees President Jim Hickey praised the organization saying the board is committed to supporting the Senior Advisory

Council and to work with them in helping to ensure that the senior public is made aware of all of the services that the Orland Fire Protection District offers. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am glad that they now have a strong and effective voice. As the fire district board, we will listen and work with you closely,â&#x20AC;? Hickey said. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Besides it new senior members, the Senior Advisory Council also includes full-time members of the Fire District on its board including Fire Prevention Supervisor Mike Ercoli, Public Education Coordinator Betsy Dine, Administrative Assistant Gerry Strunka and Battalion Chief Raymond Kay. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are seeking more involvement of our Senior Community in the Senior Advisory Council and we encourage any senior in the Fire District to reach out to us at the Fire Headquarters and join as volunteers,â&#x20AC;? Brucki said. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Last year, Chief Brucki asked the remaining senior council members to: revamp the group, give it structure, a defined purpose and allow for more district-wide participation.

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40 Years Ago This Week Palos Area United Community Fund chairman Bud Blowney got some assistance launching local fundraising efforts from Girl Scouts Kathleen Hinz (from left), Kathleen Sexton and Jackie Matuck who helped prepare this year’s mailing campaign for the drive. Sixteen girls, representing three troops, gathered at the Palos United Methodist Church early last Saturday morning to fold literature, stuff envelopes and affix mailing labels to envelopes prepared for all residents of Palos Heights and Palos Park. Many local agencies receive support from the fund. Blowney owns Bud’s Store for Men in Palos Heights.

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Time to head for warmer clime (From Oct. 31, 1985) Once again the time has come to leave our beloved North Woods and head south for Texas. There is a chill in the air and the leaves have started to turn. They’re not as pretty this year as some years, oh, they’re lovely, but not the spectacular, breathtaking beauty we have seen in many other years. Maybe it’s because we haven’t had a really hard frost yet. The garden is laid by. We’ve picked all the green tomatoes. They are slowly ripening on the kitchen counter. We may not be able to use up all the green beans in the freezer before we leave. We’ll be leaving in six days. I’ll start to pack tomorrow. We take only two suitcases, a briefcase with our important papers, and one piece of hard luggage which we carry on the plane. This is the 16th year of our retirement. We used to drive back and forth, but for the last five years we have flown. We leave a car here. It’s a 1974 Ford with 116,000 miles on it, and it runs like a top. We’ll take the battery out and leave it

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Virginia Richards (1914 1995) with a friend. The car will sit in the garage here all winter. It has always started right up in spring. For the past week, we’ve been trying to use up all the perishable foods we have in the icebox. Any leftover canned goods and staples we will leave in our neighbor’s root cellar. There are a number of tasks we must perform before we leave: cover the air conditioner, bring in the flag, lock the wood shed and garage, bring in wood for the fireplace, cover the garage windows, unplug all lamps and appliances, and put all bottles of liquids in a tub, just in case. We don’t leave anything we think will freeze, but we have been surprised. We have ambivalent feelings

about leaving here. We will miss our good friends and the peace and beauty of our surroundings. But when we think of six feet of snow and 40 below temperatures, Carl says, “Let’s get out of here.” I agree. Our good friend Luke will close the cabin for us. This entails draining all the pipes and adding antifreeze, bringing in the pumps and hoses that draw water from the lake for the garden and flowers, put the boat in the garage, board up the downstairs windows, and take the television and car battery home with him. When it’s time to leave we will close the door and utter a prayer that our house will not be invaded by thieves, vandals, or red squirrels. Our friends, the Sivertrens, will take us to the airport in Duluth. Our plane leaves at 11 a.m. We’ll have to change planes in Minneapolis, then fly directly to Houston. Our daughter, Emily, will meet us there at 3:15 p.m. By 5 o’clock we’ll be back in our lovely home at Elkin’s Lake, adjoining Huntsville, Texas.

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40 Years Ago This Week American Legion vice Cmdr. Roy Benson and Orland Park School Principal Bob Blain raise the flag at a recent Veterans’ day observance at the school.

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10 Years Ago This Week Palos Park Woman’s Club Community Improvement Project Chairman Patricia Goes recently presented a $5,000 check, the first installment of a three-year pledge of $15,000, to the McCord House and Cultural Center. At the house for the occasion were Pat Martin, McCord House co-chairwoman (from left); an image of Mrs. McCord, who lived in the house in the 1800s; Patricia Goes and Ann Oliver. The club raised funds through its Taste of Palos event this summer. McCord House, an 1834 Italianate historic structure, has been incorporated as a not-for-profit corporation that will open McCord Gallery and Cultural Center in September 2004. It will serve as a welcoming home for the arts.

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When you were a child, what was your favorite costume to wear on Halloween? (Asked last Sunday at the “trunk or treat” Halloween event at Palos Lutheran Church’s Trusting Hearts Preschool and Kingergarten.)

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Beth Swogger, Palos Heights Rick Suchie, Orland Park “I liked dressing as a clown. I “Mickey Mouse. He was a big made the costume myself.” thing for kids back then. I recall wearing big Mickey Mouse ears and a tail.”

Sonnet Peterson, Chicago “I liked dressing as a witch. Wait, let me clarify that: a nice witch.”

Melissa Dimitri, Tinley Park “An accident victim. I made the costume myself. I had bandages, fake blood, crutches and a walking boot. I did it by just gathering all the medical supplies my family had accumulated.”

Kim Alberts, Palos Heights “I enjoyed being several things, including a princess and a witch. One year I dressed as Huck Finn. I like to dress up, obviously. Halloween is a lot of fun for kids.”

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Shepard and Richards players volley for the cure United by common cause, the volleyball teams from Richards and Shepard high schools pose together before their annual Volley for a Cure Match last week. The players, more than 70, smiled as one in their pink uniforms — and then returned to their benches and got ready to serve, bump, spike, dig, scream and sweat. For high school athletics, it was a perfect blend of collaboration and competition.

In the weeks prior to the match, the teams spent time raising money for Volley for the Cure to benefit breast cancer research. The Richards and Shepard programs have worked together on Volley for the Cure the last five years. On match day, Shepard would win a close one by a score of 25-19, 25-22. October is national Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Pick of the Litter By John R. Fleming, DVM Dear Readers: Last week one of my young technicians said, “Dr. Fleming, we could have a national lottery and randomly choose 525 people, people like you or me, or a homeless guy, or my mom, or any car mechanic, or any school teacher and send them to Washington to replace our entire Congress and we’d be better off. Any group of random people could do better than the clowns we now have in place!” I couldn’t have said it better. The economy is bad and it’s about to get a lot worse. I do not sell pet insurance but I want to offer some of my thoughts for your consideration. Last month I received a letter from Blue Cross and Blue Shield informing me that my insurance coverage will no longer be available after Jan. 1, and I was directed to choose a new policy that was guv’ment approved. I have yet to do so. Yesterday I received a follow-up letter from Blue Cross informing me that the new plan they want to put me in will have a 33 percent increase in premiums. I bet if I look at the plan the coverage will be less. Our small business employs 12 people and although we are not required to offer health insurance benefits, we have always done so and we are committed to continuing to offer this benefit to our employees. Undoubtedly, since all of our employees are all God-fearing, regular old hard-working Americans, they too, will soon see their premiums rise. So, come Jan. 1, our clinic is going to be paying more for our employee’s health insurance. This money has to come from somewhere and I’m too tired to take a part-time job at McDonald’s, although I do like their chicken sandwiches. Like every other veterinary clinic in America, and ev-

ery other business of any type, we probably are going have to raise fees a little. Not much, but over each payroll period it will have to be enough to feed the guv’ment health insurance plans. This same conversation is currently taking place all over the country in the veterinary community. Soon after 2014 begins, I predict that we will all see new rises in what we pay for every kind of service that we use, the food we eat and every kind of item we buy. Here’s my thought for you. Consider buying pet insurance. Last night on the television I actually heard our President say, “You will be able to buy health insurance for what you now pay for your cell phone.” I am not kidding. He actually said that, and he was speaking to the general American public. I would not have believed it if I didn’t hear it for myself. If he had been talking to pet owners about buying pet health insurance he would have been speaking the truth. Tonight I logged onto gopetplan. com and in less that one minute I got a quote on my 7-year-old female Cavalier Spaniel. I found out that it would cost me $31.59 monthly for the Bronze Plan. This plan would cover Angelina for up to $10,000 in medical bills yearly with a $200 deductible and the company would pay 80 percent of the bill. The website generated other quotes for me depending upon what deductible I wanted to pay (50-100-200) and what reimbursement I chose (8090 or 100 percent). Their website works and didn’t cost 637 million dollars to set up. Their Silver and Gold Plans are not much more expensive and all three plans are certainly a lot less that what I now pay for my non-essential cell phone. The plan I am considering covers the following: accidents, injuries, illnesses, veterinary exam

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Meet Wal, a special calico cat that lived to be 23 years old. Her portrait has been above the fireplace at the Summertime Restaurant owned by Terry Bolland in Fish Creek, Wis., since 1995. fees, diagnostic treatments, surgery, prescription medications, Xrays, CT scans, ultrasound, MRI, cancer treatment, non-routine dental treatment, rehabilitation treatment, alternative therapies, referral for specialist treatment and behavioral therapies. Currently I see come across my desk, for my signature, insurance policies for our client’s pets from at least a dozen different insurance companies. There are many companies to choose from and the main reason I looked into the PetPlan company is because it is the company recommended by the specialty practice in Chicago that diagnosed Ebie’s brain tumor and it is the one recommended by the veterinary college at Colorado State University that performed his treatment. I like the fact that it is very much like an automobile policy. I choose my desired reimbursement amount, I can choose what deductible I would like to pay and I can choose my percentage reimbursement of the total bill. In my opinion the Bronze Plan, with a $10,000 yearly reimburse-

ment amount at 80/20, with a $200 deductible, would be a good plan for most clients. If all of our clients at Prairie State had pet insurance would our clinic be better off financially? I’m sure this is why some of you think I wrote this article. Well, honestly, I don’t think it would make very much difference to us. Maybe a little, but not much. Insurance payments in the pet world are made directly to the pet owner, not to the veterinarian. I don’t think it would make much difference to our clinic bottom line because of the clientele we have. Our clients are great pet owners and when their pets are ill or injured, they always find a way to provide for their care, insurance or no insurance. Having pet insurance sure would have helped me when Ebie got sick, or the folks who owned the two dogs who had intestinal obstructions last week from corn cobs and socks, or the dog with pancreatitis, or the two Goldens this week that we diagnosed with lymphoma or the kidney failure kitty or the cat who came in today with a urethral blockage and needed emergency treatment and surgery, or the ohso-common pet that is brought in ADR (“ain’t doing right”) pet who can’t talk and needs blood work, X-rays and possible brief hospitalization, or the two newly diagnosed diabetics this week or the renal failure dog two days ago, or the young Walgreen’s technician’s dog who came in with his 8-year-old Burmese Mountain dog Tuesday with two mast cell tumors and an ugly sarcoma that was invading the chest wall that took over an hour in surgery to remove. Need I go on? This is our common week and so few people have insurance. They all pay, but it would be good for them if they had had insurance to pick up the bulk of the bill.

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Dog of The Week This is Lilly (a.k.a. Lillypup). She is a 20 week old Yorkie-Bichon Mix. She is in constant motion and keeping her new family active. Lilly is the new sister and best friend of Beau, a 3½ yr. old Maltipoo. We couldn’t get a photo of them together because they don’t sit still in each other’s presence. Lilly is either chasing her brother or being chased. Her family is looking forward to the two doing more lounging around together! She lives with the Martarano family in Orland Park. Lilly is the 5th Dog of the Week in October and qualifies to be in our “Dog of the Month Contest” to WIN $100 Gift Certificate to Best Bites! Voting for October begins Nov. 1st IN-STORE ONLY. Receive 1 (one) vote for every item purchased thru Nov. 25th. Ask us how your Dog can WIN. Best Bites is located at 13034 S. LaGrange Road in Palos Park. 708-448-1515. Visit us online at www.joysbestfriends.com. Follow US on Facebook.com/JoysBestFriendsBestBites.

Health Beat Palos Twp. offers flu shots Palos Township Health Service now has flu shots available. For those 65 and older, Medicare Part B is accepted. The high dose vaccine is available. Bring your Medicare card and ID. For those 18-64 years of age, the influenza vaccine is available for $25. Children who are eligible for VFC vaccinations can receive the influenza vaccine for $5. All fees are cash only. Palos Township is at 10802 S. Roberts Road in Palos Hills. Call for an appointment, 5982441.

Shoulder pain free presentation Palos Community Hospital is offering a free presentation led by Orthopaedic Surgeon Edward Joy, M.D., where he will discuss basic shoulder anatomy, prevention of and common causes of shoulder pain, along with conservative and surgical treatment options available for shoulder pain. The program will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, at Palos Health & Fitness Center, 15430 West Ave., Orland Park. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required; call 226-2300.

Support groups for caregivers of people with dementia Smith CCRCs will hold free

November support groups for caregivers with family or friends who have Alzheimer’s and dementia. Residents of the Orland Park and Beverly neighborhoods who care for seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia will get together with others who have the same concerns at free meetings Thursday, Nov. 7, at Smith Crossing and Tuesday, Nov. 12, at Smith Village in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood. The hour-long gatherings at both continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be open to questions and comments from the assembled groups. Before ending, light refreshments will be served. On Nov. 7, Smith Crossing’s director of admissions Amie Kamba and life enrichment director Dana Mahler will show a PBS documentary titled, “The Forgetting: A Portrait of Alzheimer’s” and then hold an open forum discussion. Smith Crossing is at 10501 Emilie Lane in Orland Park (enter at 104th Avenue and 183rd Street). To reserve a place, call 326-2300 or go to familyand friends@smithcrossing.org. Nov. 12, Smith Village’s medical director Dr. Michael Thomas will speak on the different medicines that people with cognitive impairments take, such as mental acuity drugs. The meeting is being held at 2320 W. 113th Place in Chicago. To reserve a seat, call (773) 4747300 or go to familyandfriends@ smithvillage.org.

Back pain treatment options Back pain is estimated to affect 80 to 90 percent of the population at some point during a person’s lifetime. For most, it is a temporary event with a short duration. However, for some, it is a more severe or long-term issue that requires physician evaluation and treatment. Many patients who seek treatment for back pain describe a feeling of being overwhelmed. Treatment options are plentiful, and in many cases, the physician will give the patient a variety of choices. Join Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon William Earman to learn about the conservative and surgical treatment options in managing back pain and the leg pain sometimes associated with it. This presentation will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the Palos Health & Fitness Center, 15430 West Ave., Orland Park. Light refreshments will be served. Call 226-2300 to register.

Wellness coaching workshop at WellBeingMD For one day only, Wellcoaches School of Coaching will present the workshop, Becoming A Coach: An Experiential Workshop on Health & Wellness Coaching for health, fitness and wellness professionals and individuals interested in coaching.

The workshop will be led by Margaret Moore (aka Coach Meg), Wellcoaches Founder, CEO and executive wellness coach. The training is designed as an introduction for those new to coaching and a practical refresher for trained coaches.

The live workshop — Being A Coach: An Experiential Workshop on Health & Wellness Coaching will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with a lunch break). at WellBeingMD®, LTD Center for Life, 11950 S. Harlem Ave. in Palos Heights.

Registration fee is $225. A free 1-year Wellcoaches membership ($96 value) will be given to firsttime workshop registrants (excluding Wellcoaches trained and certified coaches). Register at wellcoach.com or call (866) 932-6224, Ext. 717.

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Pancake brunch fuels Operation Blessing food pantry Several hundred hungry men, women and children grabbed plates and walked the buffet line (photo at left) last Saturday at the 30th annual pancake brunch to benefit Operation Blessing of Southwest Chicagoland, held at Moraine Valley Church, 6300 W. 127th St., Palos Heights. Volunteers staffing the event came from near and far, including Don and Rosemary Janis, of Frankfort, who worked the reception table (center photo). The placid pace of the dining area stood in vivid contrast with the hot and hurried pace in the

Neat Repeats seeks volunteers Neat Repeats Resale stores are looking for volunteers to work in their stores with a boutique atmosphere. Share your compassion, your talent and time. Give five hours a week and make a difference in the lives of victims of domestic violence. Neat Repeats volunteers develop new skills and help in their own community. Volunteer Recruitment Days are Fridays, Nov 8 and 22, at the stores in Orland Park, at 9028 W. 159th St., or in Worth, at 7026 W. 111th St. Come in, enjoy a tour, meet other volunteers, and learn why Neat Repeats is a great place to volunteer. For information call the store manager: Orland Park 364-7605, or Worth 361-6860. Now open Sundays. All sales at Neat Repeats Resale benefit the clients served by the Crisis Center for South Suburbia, which provides emergency shelter and other services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence.

church kitchen, where volunteer Roger Ault, of Oak Lawn, (right photo, foreground) handled baked sausage links and patties while Operation Blessing Vice President Doug Allton grappled with a griddle. Founded in 1982, the Christian ministry organization currently serves well over 3,000 people a month, primarily as a food pantry. Next month, Operation Blessing will move out of its home in Crestwood and into its larger space at 4901 W. 128th Place in Alsip.

Death Notices Salvadore Blondina

Salvadore “Sam” Blondina, 89, of Orland Park, died Oct. 21 at Grace of Douglas, Mich. Visitation was held at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home in Orland Park on Oct. 25 until time of funeral service at the funeral home. Interment was at St. Mary Cemetery. Mr. Blondina is survived by his daughters, Bonnie Siwek; his brother, Frank; and two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mr. Blondina was born in Midvale, N.J. He was a retired carpenter at Chicago Park District.

He served in the Navy in World War II.

Grace A. Boersma

Grace A. Boersma, née Togtman, 93, of Palos Heights, died Oct. 25. Visitation was held at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home in Orland Park on Oct. 27. A funeral service was held at Palos Heights Christian Reformed Church in Palos Heights on Oct. 28. Interment was at Chapel Hill Gardens South Cemetery in Oak Lawn. Mrs. Boersma is survived by her sons, Dave, Theodore, the Rev. Robert Boersma and Ken; her daughters, Debra Thatcher, Marge Hayward, Carol Even-

house and Janet Kwantes; her sister, Clara Togtman; and 29 grandchildren and 33 greatgrandchildren. Mrs. Boersma was born in Evergreen Park. She was a homemaker.

John JR. (Kendra), Amie (James, SR), Stephanie (Ralph), Michael (Paige), Niko (Val), Anthony JR., Alex and Andrew; great-grandfather of Angelynna, Gianna, Jayden, James, JR., Gabby, Ethan, Sophia, Ava and Gavin; fond brother of eight siblings and Olin Harris uncle of many. Olin “Red” Harris, 79, of Or- Visitation was held Oct. 24, at land Park, loving son of DeMyra; Ivins/Moravecek Funeral Home beloved partner of Diane Gneda; in Riverside. A funeral Mass was loving father of Cindy Harris, offered Oct. 25, at St. Alexander Debbie (Fred) Fauber, Denise Church in Palos Heights. Private Harris, Diane (John) Pierce, inurnment Mt. Carmel Cemetery Frank (Susan) Stryczek, Lynn on Oct. 28. (Bill) Doulas and Kim (Anthony) Belmonte; dearest grandfather of Gloria Keough Kristy, Nicole, Kelley, Danielle, Gloria Keough, née Gioria, 86,

of Orland Park, died Oct. 21 at Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights. Visitation was held at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home in Orland Park on Oct. 23. A funeral Mass was offered at St. George Catholic Church in Tinley Park on Oct. 24. Interment was at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Worth. Mrs. Keough is survived by her husband, Thomas; her sisters, Carol Wittekind, Nancy Antonacci and Barbara Callaghan; two grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Keough was born in Chicago. She was a retired secretary for State Farm Insurance.

Simple Gifts Hockey players helping fight holiday hunger Local high school students who

play with Cobras Hockey Club will gather in Oak Lawn this Saturday, Nov. 2 to collect turkeys (or cash donations that will be used to purchase turkeys) to benefit

Together We Cope, a non-profit agency based in Tinley Park that assists families in crisis from 22 south suburban communities—including Palos Heights, Palos Park

and Orland Park. The turkey drive will take place in front of Stacked Restaurant, 5273 W. 95th St., from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The frozen turkeys will be distributed later that month to families that receive food assistance from Together We Cope’s food pantry. On average, 65 south suburban families per day, five days per week, receive groceries from the TWC pantry. The public is welcome to donate cash, as well as fresh or frozen turkeys. For more information, call Together We Cope at 6335040.

Orland Grasslands cleaning of the seeds Join the Orland Grassland Volunteers on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 6:30 p.m., at the Orland Park Civic Center at 14750 S. Ravinia Ave., to help clean the Orland Grassland seed harvest. So far there is prairie blazing star, rough white lettuce, shooting star, hoary puccoon, lead plant, veiny pea, prairie coreopsis, scurfy pea, pale purple coneflower, compass plant and more to come. Contact Pat at 220-9596.

Van Henkelum serves as local dropoff site for Sweaters for Veterans Photos by Tim Hadac

Church hosts afternoon Halloween costume party Family fun with a Halloween twist flowed in abundance last Saturday afternoon at Palos United Methodist Church, 12101 S. Harlem Ave., Palos Heights. Getting ready to enjoy Halloween themed games in her cowboy hat are the Rev. Laura Barkley, pastor, along with husband Craig and children Gracie, 12, Mikayla, 10, Jonah, 6, and Zander, 2 (photos clockwise from top left). Mikey Prkut, 11 (from left), Walker Ahluwalia, 11, and Zoe Ahluwalia, 9, strike a pose and add some pre-teen zing to the celebration. Wendie Ludwig represents the “flower power” generation and poses near the punch bowl with her children, Nathan, 5, and Abigayle, 3. Anticipating the Halloween-themed treats still under wraps on tables in the room are Sandy and Ian Richter with their children Elle, 3, Kiah, 4, and Ezra, who at 9 months of age was the youngest elephant in the room. Looking decidedly feline is Jenifer Warthen and her children, Ryan, 5, and Chase, 4. In all several dozen parents and children participated in the festivities.

On Nov. 11, Americans throughout the world will commemorate Veterans Day, a day set aside to thank our nation’s veterans for service given and sacrifices made to protect the freedoms of our great nation, Van Henkelum Funeral Home in Palos Heights is one of nearly 1,000 Veterans & Family Memorial Care funeral homes providers nationwide that is sponsoring Operation Sweaters For Veterans, Nov. 4-11. Between this Monday and Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, Van Henkelum Funeral Home is collecting new sweaters and gloves that they will deliver to local VA hospitals, VA homes and veterans service organizations. Everyone in the community is invited to support our veterans by donating sweaters and gloves at: Van Henkelum Funeral Home, 13401 S. Ridgeland Ave., Palos Heights, Ill. 60463. Drop off between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. The dates for the promotion have historic significance: Nov. 11 is the anniversary of the Armistice

signed in the Forest of Compiegne by the Allies and the Germans in 1918. At 5 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, 1918 the Germans signed the Armistice, an order was issued for all firing to cease, bringing the hostilities of the First World War to an end. The day began with the laying down of arms, blowing of whistles, impromptu parades and the closing of places of business ... just a few examples of the many joyous demonstrations throughout the world on this historic occasion. In November 1919, President Woodrow Wilson issued his Armistice Day proclamation. The last paragraph set the tone for future observances: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nation.” — Van Henkelum Funeral Home

LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of a public hearing for Docket 2013-12 to be held before the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Palos Heights on Monday, November 18, 2013 at 7:00 pm, at City Hall, 7607 W. College Drive, Palos Heights, IL to consider a petition filed by Craig Moore for a 20 ft. rear yard setback variance for the construction of a new home on property legally described as: Lot 1 in Block 19 in Robert Bartlett’s Homestead Development No. 1, being a subdivision of the north half of the southwest quarter of Section 30, Township 37 North, Range 13 East of the Third Principal Meridian in Cook County, Illinois, and of Lot 8 (except the west 10 acres) and of the north 2.5 acres of the west 10 acres of said Lot 8 in Circuit Court Partition of the southwest quarter of Section 30 in Palos Heights, Illinois. PIN: 24-30-319-001-0000 commonly known as 12503 S. 69th Court, Palos Heights, IL. All interested parties are invited to attend and will be given an opportunity to be heard. Patricia M. Sheppard Deputy Clerk

The Regional News Thursday, October 31, 2013

Don’t get ‘frightened’ by these scary investment ideas Halloween is upon us. Of course, whether you’re navigating the dark corridors of a “haunted house” or just dealing with the “creepy” characters coming to your door demanding candy, you’re probably not too fearful of the sights of the season. But as you go through life, you’ll want to avoid some things that really are scary — such as these investment moves: • Chasing after a “hot” investment — By the time you hear about a supposedly “hot” investment, it may already be cooling off. But even more importantly, it might not have been appropriate for your diversification needs in the first place, especially if you already own similar investments. • Investing too aggressively — To achieve your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you will unquestionably need to own a reasonable percentage of growthoriented investments in your portfolio. However, the greater the potential reward, the greater the risk, so you don’t want to go overboard by investing too aggressively. • Investing too conservatively — Some types of investments can offer a high degree of preservation of principal. But they carry their own type of risk — the risk of not keeping up with inflation. Consequently, just as it’s not a good idea to invest too aggressively and own only growth-oriented invest-

• Overreacting to the headlines — Too often, people will make longterm changes to their investment strategy in response to short-term Jim news events, such as political turmoil, a bad economic report and Van Howe even natural disasters. You’ll likely help your cause tomorrow by not overreacting to the headlines today. • Underreacting to changes in ments, it’s also not wise to invest your life — You will experience too conservatively by owning only many changes in your life, such those vehicles that sacrifice growth as a new job, new spouse, new chilpotential for principal protection. dren, new home, the “empty nest” • Following the crowd — In many and so on. Many of these changes arenas of life, you’ll find that it may require changes in your investmay make sense to go your own ment strategy. You could jeopardize way rather than “follow the crowd.” your progress toward your financial And that’s usually the case with goals by not reviewing this strategy investing, too. It’s quite common for regularly — at least once a year, the “crowd” to collectively make an in consultation with your financial unwise investment decision — so, advisor — and making the necesmake your choices based on your sary adjustments in response to individual needs, goals, risk toler- your evolving life. ance and time horizon. By staying away from “scary” • Taking a time out from invest- investment moves, you may well ing — After sustaining big losses find that investing can be a positive, during the financial crisis of 2008, productive experience. And that’s many investors decided to take a not a frightening thought at all. “time out” from investing — which meant they may have missed out Jim Van Howe is a financial adon the rally that began in 2009 visor with Edward Jones Investand ultimately resulted in the fi- ments, in Palos Heights. His office nancial markets achieving record is at 7001 W. 127th St. He can be highs. The best investors just keep reached at 361-3400. This article on investing right through market was written by Edward Jones for downturns — and, quite often, their use by your local Edward Jones persistence is rewarded. Financial Advisor.

Pure Barre brings fitness craze to new Orland studio Pure Barre, the fastest, most effective way for women to change the shape of their bodies, today announced the launch of its newest location in Orland Park. The new studio, located in Park Pointe Plaza, at 14932 S. La Grange Road, Orland Park, is managed by Mary Bertke, and is expected to open on Tuesday, Nov. 5. “I am so excited to bring Pure Barre to the Southwest suburbs! The response from the community has been fantastic, and we can’t wait to introduce everyone to the incredible Lift, Tone, Burn that Pure Barre is known for,” said Studio Manager, Mary Bertke. The ballet barre workout has exploded in popularity since its inception in 2001. Focusing on the areas of the body women struggle with the most, Pure Barre lifts the seat, tones the thighs and upper

body, and creates the long and lean muscles of a dancer through small isometric movements centered around a ballet barre. Since it began franchising in 2009, more than 100 Pure Barre studios have opened nationwide. “We are thrilled to open our newest location in Orland Park, and bring the excitement and results of Pure Barre to its residents,” said Carrie Dorr, Founder and Chief Concept Officer of Pure Barre. “The continued growth of Pure Barre studios across the country is a testament to the workout’s ability to quickly transform women’s bodies, and we couldn’t be happier to bring this experience to Orland Park.” Pure Barre Orland Park is currently offering a new client special:— $99 for five weeks of unlimited classes.

The package can be purchased online at purebarre.com/ILorlandpark, (click on purchase classes), and is activated after taking your first class in the Orland Park studio. You have until Feb. 1, 2014 to activate the package, and this offer will be available for purchase until Nov. 5. Classes are already forming at the new Pure Barre studio, which will operate seven days a week, with class times starting at 5:30 a.m., and ending at 7:15 p.m. Registering for a class is simple, and can be done in person, over the phone or by logging on to purebarre.com/plocations.html and choosing your studio of choice. For more information, contact 460-4015, visit purebarre.com or follow PureBarre Orland Park on Facebook at facebook.com/ purebarreorlandpark.

Skeletal innovations make for drop-dead style A recent photo shoot found me posing in a forest of lush trees preliminarily metamorphosing into withered and vibrantly colored versions of their chlorophyllic prime. The wardrobe was founded upon the concept of a primordial earth and the fantasy of uncovering otherworldly creatures within the environment. For a quick description: I looked like an evil and mischievous fairy. I wore a grey dress with black imprints of Picasso-esque faces, leaves stuck within a white filmy headpiece, a black diaphanous tutu, geometrically shaped jewelry items, outlandish makeup and — my favorite items — black tattered gloves with a white imprint of skeletal bones on the surface. The look was cheeky and playful while causing a stirring macabre sense of fun mingled with ill-ease. I felt the gloves were the most quintessential example of this very specific artistic and emotional conjuring. The effect was poetic and stylish. Now at the peak of its popularity and broadest variety of creative portrayals, stylish skeletons in fashion are fascinating and provide wearable doses of macabre glamour, especially (but not exclusively) appropriate for tonight’s Halloween night! Designers have been referencing the human anatomy for years. Now, as the skeleton fashion motif has hit its climactic inflammation, it is important to note the style’s initial movers and shakers. In her Circus collection of 1938, Elsa Schiaparelli collaborated with Surrealist painter Salvador Dali to create pieces, such as her skeleton dress made with black crepe with padding underneath to form the structuring resembling the human body. Givenchy’s Riccardo Tisci displayed skeletal couture in his Fall 2010 Paris collection. The designer was deeply inspired by the deathobsessed artist Frida Kahlo. Tisci molded his so-called “romantic way to see death” into white Chantilly lace and double silk duchesse satin gowns with intricate ornamentation in white and gold, complete with his signature lace, fringe detail and degradé impression. Appliquéd crystals and pearls were used to imitate the skeleton frame while

Photos by Tim Hadac

Standard Bank holds Shred Day Making their lives a little safer and less cluttered, local residents take advantage of shredding services provided at no cost last Saturday morning by the Standard Bank and Trust Co.’s branch in Palos Park, at 9700 W. 131st St. Assisting Palos Township resident Karen Edmonds is Standard branch manager Barbara Kopca (right). In just two hours, some 120 local men, women and even children brought more than two tons of personal documents to the PROSHRED Chicago truck to be shredded and hauled away. Saturday’s event was one of nearly two dozen Shred Days and identity theft seminars held in October at Standard branches in the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana.

Smith Crossing resident lives independently, thanks to Green Leaf Rehab and new friends

Helga Wittosch was the first resident to sign-up for an apartment in Smith Crossing’s new wing but physical setbacks prevented her from settling in according to her original timeline. Late in October 2012 — about a month or so before her moving day to Smith Crossing — Wittosch fell in her basement and was hospitalized for a broken right leg. She later required the services of Green Leaf Rehabilitation at Smith Crossing, which provides dedicated short-term skilled nursing care and intensive physical therapy. While there, Wittosch benefitted from access to a therapy gym staffed by two full-time physical therapists, two full-time occupational therapists and a speech therapist. The therapy gym also features all the accoutrements of a typical outpatient therapy clinic. Like other Green Leaf patients, Wittosch also enjoyed a private by Caroline Foreman room, featuring a private bathroom and shower, and food prepared by an executive chef in consultation with a registered dietician. “Recovery was a slow process, but this place was wonderful, everyone was fantastic,” Wittosch says. With her leg on the mend, she experienced another setback related to diabetes. That too was resolved with the help of Green Leaf. Wittosch now resides in the independent living apartment that she originally had selected for herself. To fortify her recovery from that big fall, she participates in exercise classes twice a week. “My life is back on track,” she says. “My son and his daughter come once a week, and they love eating at our Bistro.” A year has passed since Wittosch Photo by Ken Edenhauser broke her leg, and she has begun Macabre skeleton inspiration invigorates fashion: Caroline Foreman volunteering as a driver for fellow photographed by Ken Edenhauser. residents needing transportation to medical appointments. “I decided tiny bones made up zipper pulls tion was truly a vision to behold to do this because everybody was and a porcelain belt represented a few years back at London Fashion so nice to me,” she says. the spinal column. Week. Models wore clothes based Wittosch has traveled around the Also notable, Christian Lacroix on anatomical drawings with body created an imaginative ribcage paint tracing the outlines of bones neckpiece. Alexander McQueen and and muscles on their limbs. Rodarte have contributed full looks Ironically, skeleton fashion artisand collections devoted to these tically invigorates and enlivens the macabre expressions. Dsquared2’s wardrobe. Fast fashion shops like innovative Dean and Dan Caten Forever 21, Topshop, H&M, Zara created spinal and phalange bone and Urban Outfitters all offer variheels have been seen casually worn eties of skeletal fashion items. This on the überchic streets of Paris after quirky, yet poetic and sentimental debuting at Milan Fashion Week. look allows for a diverse array of Menswear received the same options to add a cheeky and truly brilliantly morbid debut treatment element into your ensemble this from designers. One particularly Halloween season and anytime you innovative portrayal came from want to get to the bare bones of designer Katie Eary. Her collec- fun and innovative dressing.

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Smith Crossing resident Helga Wittosch enjoys her independence and a new apartment after recovering from the physical challenges of an accident in her home that Green Leaf Rehabilitation at Smith treated. world to Africa, China, Japan and Australia, but among her favorite destinations is Germany, where she grew up. As a reminder of her heritage, an oil painting of a German castle hangs in her new apartment. Wittosch earned the equivalent of a master’s degree in Finance from the Department of the Internal Revenue Service in Germany. In the late 1950s, she met her first husband, George Rieg, a colonel serving in the U.S. Army Reserve, while vacationing in Italy. “I’ve never had a problem with making friends!” she says. The two dated for a year, then married. He became a lawyer and associate professor at the University of Chicago, and the couple moved from Germany to Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood in 1962. They raised a son, also named George, and a daughter, Monica. For a couple of decades, Wittosch focused entirely on raising her family, occasionally entertaining her husband’s clients and helping out with his law firm. Her husband died in 1981. Five years after that, she married Frank Wittosch. They resided in

South Holland for about a decade. When he passed away 18 years ago, Helga moved to Crystal Tree, a golf course community in Orland Park. From there she moved to Smith Crossing. Since settling in, Wittosch has befriended fellow residents Hildy and Hans Witalski, also from Germany. “Hildy and her husband are wonderful dinner companions,” Wittosch says. “I enjoy eating with them and look forward to expanding my circle of new friends.” About Smith Crossing Smith Crossing, at 10501 Emilie Lane in south suburban Orland Park just north of I-80 and west of La Grange Road, recently opened the final phase of a $37 million expansion to increase its capacity by nearly 60 percent. It is one of only 13 CCRCs in Illinois awarded a five-year term of accreditation for “exemplary conformance” to international standards set by CARF-CCAC, the industry’s sole accrediting body. For more information about Smith Crossing, call 326-2300, or visit SmithCrossing.org.

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Mistakes mean missing out Error-plagued Vikings fall short of postseason By Ken Karrson Whatever lessons St. Laurence players may have learned from their mistakes Saturday afternoon won’t help them until 2014. That was the painful reality for the Vikings after they dropped a 28-14 verdict to Chicago Catholic League White champion Fenwick at Morton West High School. St. Laurence needed to win its finale to have any hope of extending its season beyond Week 9, but a total of six turnovers undermined that mission. There’s no question the Vikings were vastly improved in their second campaign under Harold Blackmon, but the coach wasn’t quite ready to declare himself satisfied. “Maybe as time goes on, I’ll change my opinion of it,” Blackmon said. “But I judge success on the field by wins and losses, and we didn’t win enough. You’re never satisfied totally unless you go all the way [to the top].” St. Laurence (4-5), which will not be offered a spot in the upcoming Catholic League playoffs, wasn’t without opportunities to upset the Friars. Fenwick scored

touchdowns on each of its first three possessions — running back Robert Spillane notched all of the TDs — and required a total of just eight plays to do so, but the hosts grew relatively quiet after that. While some damage was obviously done to the Vikings in the early going, St. Laurence may have actually inflicted a greater degree of it on itself over the entire course of the contest. The Vikes did answer one of the Friars’ first-quarter scores when Mike Sterna’s 4-yard reception successfully capped a 10-play, 80yard drive. However, St. Laurence also missed a short field goal and fumbled the ball away at Fenwick’s 2-yard line during the opening half. Another drop occurred at the Friars’ 44. “We did not play up to our expectations,” Blackmon said. “It was a little disappointing to see us not take advantage of [scoring] opportunities. It’s something we have to focus on [improving] going into next season. “The defense and offense have to complement each other. You can’t have only one side doing

well.” After a rough beginning, the Vikings’ prevention crew settled down enough to where Fenwick wound up with 40 fewer total yards than its visitors. The Friars, who also committed three miscues of their own, were blanked on the scoreboard over the final 30-plus minutes. Keying the defensive effort for St. Laurence was senior Eric Sadowski, who had seven stops, four assists, one sack and a fumble recovery. Josh Smith (three solos, four assists) and Tom Lyons (two solos, six assists) were also among the tackles leaders, while Frank Miller and Julian Gonzales both made fumble recoveries as well. The second half, in fact, could almost be classified as a comedy of errors, as both clubs practiced a slippery-hands routine. One fourth-quarter sequence featured, in rapid succession, a Fenwick fumble being sandwiched between a pair of Rich Schoen interceptions. Schoen accounted for all three pickoffs of Bob Kelly, the first of which halted a Vikings trek at the Friars’ 6-yard line. Fenwick (Continued on page 6)

Woods leaves ’em lost QB’s exploits carry Raiders over Eagles By Ken Karrson Getting lost in the woods is a somewhat common occurrence for characters in fables and fairy tales. The scene shifted to a football field Friday night, but the storyline remained the same: Woods caused Sandburg to lose its way, too. Quincy Woods wasn’t the only one responsible for sending the Eagles in a wayward direction, but the Bolingbrook quarterback certainly played a starring role in Sandburg’s eventual misfortune. By rushing for 177 yards on 20 carries and tallying three touchdowns, Woods inflicted the

most pain on the Eagles at Seliga Field. Sandburg’s defense did a credible job of preventing the Raiders from running the score up much higher, but its offense was unable to follow suit with an equally productive performance. Already without starting quarterback Sean Leland, the Eagles lost backup signal-caller Julian Gutierrez (shoulder) and firststring tailback Brian Langowski (possible concussion) during their encounter with SouthWest Suburban Conference-Blue leading Bolingbrook and simply didn’t have enough firepower to seriously challenge the Raiders. Instead, Sandburg got tagged

with a 35-6 loss. While the setback didn’t shut them out of the Class 8A tournament, it did relegate the Eagles (5-4, 4-3) to a first-round date at Homewood-Flossmoor this Friday. The Vikings beat Sandburg 4810 on Oct. 4. Meeting up with a conference opponent for a second time in the same season isn’t unusual for the Eagles, who’ve traveled a similar postseason road in recent years. “It really is amazing when you think about it,” Sandburg coach Dave Wierzal said of his club’s frequent rematches. “It does take away from the magic of the playoffs, [when you hope to be] playing (Continued on page 6)

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Stagg quarterback Adam Pilota finds some running room Friday night against Homewood-Flossmoor. The Chargers lost their SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue game 42-14 and, thus, missed out on a possible playoff berth.

Finished, but just getting started After loss to H-F, Chargers looking forward to 2014 By Ken Karrson The end is just the beginning for Stagg. Thanks to a 42-14 loss to Homewood-Flossmoor Friday night in Palos Hills, the Chargers couldn’t advance into the state playoffs for the first time in eight years. However, Stagg came much closer to doing so than almost anybody could have imagined back in August. “We played meaningful games in October,” first-year coach Mike Fahey said. “It was a positive year [because of that].” In fact, had a controversial finish at Lockport not gone against Stagg on the last Friday in September, the Chargers would have had the requisite five victories to become eligible for the postseason. And with 37 playoff points

in hand at the end of Week 9, Stagg likely would have garnered an invitation. But without that earlier win over the Porters, the Chargers were forced to go through H-F in order to qualify — and that proved to be an order that was just a little too tall. The Vikings captured the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue triumph by riding superb performances from quarterback Isaac Cutrara and running back Vashon Nutt. Cutrara completed all but one of his 17 passes for 226 yards, while Nutt delivered four of H-F’s six touchdowns. “We just couldn’t stop them,” Fahey said of the Vikings. “They’ve got some weapons and they can attack you vertically down the field. It was kind of a bad matchup for us [in that

regard].” Nevertheless, Stagg (4-5, 2-5) didn’t go down quietly. Its defense made a goal-line stand at the outset, and the Chargers’ offense also had a few moments of glory. The best of the latter occurred in the second half, when Adam Pilota’s 5-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Mackessy capped an 85-yard drive. Fahey resorted to a bit of gambling early on in the series, as he had Stagg run a fourth-down play while stationed on its own side of the 50-yard line. Austin Kelly made his coach look like a genius by gaining 6 yards on an off-tackle run and acquiring a fresh set of downs for the hosts. “It’s the last game, so you kind of have to go for it,” Fahey said in explanation of his decision to (Continued on page 5)

It’s a perfect 9 for EP Mustangs complete unbeaten season By Ken Karrson

Call it a perfect nine. Despite some narrow escapes along the way, Evergreen Park completed its first unbeaten regular season in 19 years by downing Reavis 50-13 Friday night in Burbank. The outcome of the South Suburban Conference Red contest deprived the Rams of a postseason berth, while the Mustangs garnered the No. 1 seed in the upper bracket of the 32-school Class 4A tournament field. Evergreen, which reigned as the outright SSC Red champion, hosts Richmond-Burton Saturday night in a first-round playoff game. This will be the third consecutive year the two squads have squared off against each other in the tourney, with the upcoming tilt representing the rubber game between them. Photo by Jeff Vorva The Rockets will enter the latest A mad scramble ensues between Sandburg and Bolingbrook players Friday night as both teams confrontation with a 5-4 ledger, try to gather in a loose football. The Raiders defeated the Eagles 35-6 in a SouthWest Suburban but Mustangs coach Dan HartConference Blue contest at Seliga Field. man quickly dismissed any talk

that the mark automatically made R-B a decided underdog. “Throw the record out the window with those guys,” he said. “They’re a perennial power in 4A, and they’re always right there in the quarters and semis. They’ve been here before, so they know what it takes [to prosper] in the playoffs. It doesn’t matter what they did in the regular season.” As for Evergreen’s securing of the top seed, Hartman was equally unfazed. “I think we had the bull’s-eye on us before this, but the road’s never easy,” he said. “You’ve got to string together four wins over four good teams to get to DeKalb, and you’ve got to win some road games. Hopefully, we can stay on a little roll.” The Mustangs (9-0, 6-0) got on a big one against Reavis shortly after the Rams had forged a 77 tie in the opening quarter on quarterback Jose Romero’s 1-yard keeper. Once that happened, Evergreen answered with an uninter-

rupted 40-point blitz. Thirty-four of those points were collected prior to halftime. And again, Jacquet McClendon was the ringleader of a potent Mustangs attack. This time, the senior receiver caught five Sean Ryan throws for a whopping 240 yards and four touchdowns. McClendon tallied on passing plays that covered 17, 58, 34 and 89 yards. “Guys like him don’t come along very often,” Hartman said. “You’ve got to definitely make the most out of it and get the ball in his hands in every way you can. “We found some matchups on the outside we liked and we were able to take advantage of them.” Were they ever. While McClendon was Evergreen’s indisputable go-to guy, other Mustangs also got involved in the rout. Kerron Brown caught a 9-yard throw from Ryan for another TD (Continued on page 5)

PLAYOFF FOOTBALL FORECAST All hail King Kenneth. Sports editor Ken Karrson was the regular-season king of the Football Forecast, one game better than Jason Maholy, two games ahead of reader Wally Findysz, four games ahead of Jeff Vorva and nine ahead of Anthony Nasella. Collectively, the knuckleheads saved the best for last going 54-1 the final week of the season with Findysz’s desperation pick of William Penn over St. Xavier was the lone blemish. And that game was 12-6. This week, we tackle the playoffs with area teams plus some select games of teams from our area schools’ conferences.

Last week: Final regular season: Postseason: Plainfield South at Marist Sandburg at Homewood-Flossmoor Yorkville at Richards Richmond-Burton at Evergreen Park St. Xavier at St. Ambrose Oak Forest at Argo Providence at Crete-Monee Willowbrook at St. Rita Plainfield East at Lincoln-Way East Bloom at Bolingbrook Harper at Bishop McNamara Benet at Mt. Carmel

Ken Karrson 11-0 73-14 0-0 Marist H-F Richards Evergreen Park St. Ambrose Oak Forest Crete-Monee St. Rita LWE Bolingbrook Bishop McNamara Mt. Carmel

Jeff Vorva 11-0 69-18 0-0 Marist H-F Richards Evergreen Park St. Ambrose Oak Forest Providence St. Rita LWE Bolingbrook Bishop McNamara Mt. Carmel

Anthony Nasella 11-0 64-23 0-0 Marist H-F Richards Evergreen Park St. Ambrose Argo Crete-Monee St. Rita LWE Bolingbrook Bishop McNamara Mt. Carmel

Jason Maholy 11-0 72-15 0-0 Marist H-F Richards Evergreen Park St. Ambrose Oak Forest Providence St. Rita LWE Bolingbrook Bishop McNamara Mt. Carmel

Wally Findysz 10-1 71-16 0-0 Marist H-F Richards Evergreen Park St. Xavier Oak Forest Providence St. Rita LWE Bolingbrook Bishop McNamara Mt. Carmel

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In the midst of all that feelgoodness, only the most callous individuals dared broach the topic of Lewis’ serious legal troubles of a decade earlier. And whoever did generally got roundly criticized for doing so. Authorities put Lewis under suspicion back then and subsequently questioned him about his connection to a double murder. Though initially a person of interest, Lewis was not charged after agreeing to testify against two other men who were involved. Outsiders will never really know his exact role in the incident, but time evidently healed most of Lewis’ self-inflicted wounds to his reputation. Michael Vick can only wish he were that lucky. As reported in a Forbes story, a California firm recently polled 1,100 people aged 13 and up to find out which players in the NFL ratcheted up their anger level. The survey uncovered the 10 most disliked pros, based on a variety of criteria, including awareness and confidence. And No. 1 in that dubious group was Vick, whose reputation very definitely preceded him. The part the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback played several years ago in a dog-fighting operation will never be forgotten, nor, it would seem, totally forgiven. Not that it should be, but I find it interesting that Vick is still so ostracized after he actually paid his debt to society. Being incarcerated for a crime is normally enough to take the heat off and let the offender resume something of a normal existence upon release from prison, but apparently Vick has done a better-than-anticipated job of demonizing himself. As far as his spot at No. 1 on the wished-they’d-constantlybe-hit parade, Vick fended off challenges from Manti Te’o and Ndamukong Suh for the dishonor. Those two men were second and third, respectively on the most-disliked list, and not because of any prejudice toward guys with hard-to-pronounce names. Te’o, you may recall, caused a stir late last year with a phony story about how his superb performance at Notre Dame was being spurred on by the memory of a dead girlfriend. Hey, he lied, but at least he didn’t kill, steal or covet his neighbor’s wife, all of which have been among the off-the-field activities of some past NFL deadbeats. Oh well, Te’o’s still a rookie. He’s got plenty of time to learn to do worse if he so chooses. As for Suh, his inclusion isn’t surprising, seeing as he is the NFL’s reigning bad boy when it comes to questionable blows struck during a game. According to his detractors, Suh delivers more cheap shots than a bad bartender. Six of the remaining seven names on the list are quarterbacks, which also shouldn’t come as a shock since they’re usually the faces of their franchises. And

in the case of Ben Roethlisberger, No. 4 among the disliked, there is also some non-football baggage he carries. Although he was not brought to trial on either of two previous sexual-assault charges, Roethlisberger’s reputation nevertheless took a beating because of them. But what about Jay Cutler? Outside of the pained, my-drawers-are-too-tight expression he usually wears on his mug and the fact that an excavation team would be required to unearth any sort of personality, Cutler really hasn’t done anything to warrant the No. 6 position on the most-disliked list. And the same thing goes for Tony Romo and Tom Brady, unless being romantically linked to female celebrities is grounds for hatred, which it may very well be. I can understand Dallas fans being upset with Romo for not making the Cowboys more of a postseason threat, but that exact same thing would automatically ingratiate him to millions of other Americans who don’t share an affinity for the self-proclaimed “America’s Team.” New England fans don’t have a similar axe to grind with Brady, who has guided the Patriots to three Super Bowl championships and a total of five appearances in that over-hyped game. Perhaps his detractors think he’s lived too charmed a life, with a marriage to a supermodel thrown in with his football achievements. No guy deserves to have everything go so right for him. Other members of the mostdisliked group include New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer and Detroit Lions running back Reggie Bush. All in all, the 10 men comprise a so-so collection. None of them belongs in the same league as former pro baseball player Albert Belle, who created so much vitriol in sportswriters that they once denied him a Most Valuable Player award in a year he was probably the most deserving party. It was payback for all the times the antisocial Belle mistreated — and, in some instances, threatened — members of the fourth estate. And that’s not all. I also remember a number of people, fans and media members alike, virtually celebrating the announcement of Belle’s premature retirement from the sport due to a bad hip. I know being gleeful about another’s misfortune doesn’t say much for those who display such an emotion, but it sure spoke volumes about Albert Belle’s negative effect on his fellow man. Belle was a Hall of Famecaliber bad guy, one against whom all would-be jerks must be measured. But you’ve also got to grudgingly admire anyone who just didn’t give a darn how badly he was perceived, as was true with Belle. Sorry Michael Vick, you’ve still got a lot of work to do to deserve that top spot among bottom-feeders.

With trick comes a treat Big special-teams play propels Cougars past Statesmen By Ken Karrson Five days before Halloween, trickery treated St. Xavier University to a much-needed win. The Cougars already knew what place-kicker Spencer Nolen could do with his right leg. What they — and, more importantly, visiting William Penn University — probably didn’t realize is that Nolen’s left limb is pretty valuable, too. Specifically, Nolen used both legs to gain 16 yards on a fake punt in the fourth quarter of Saturday afternoon’s Mid-States Football Association Midwest League matchup. The play allowed SXU to maintain possession of the ball and keep alive a drive that eventually paid off with the day’s only touchdown. Stephen Simms scored it by hauling in a 6-yard toss from Joe Gill with less than seven minutes left in regulation, then an active Cougars defense ensured victory by stopping the Statesmen on each of their final two series. The last of those had brought William Penn inside the SXU 30, but four incomplete passes ended the threat and forced the visitors to absorb a 12-6 defeat at Bruce R. Deaton Field. “As far as I’m concerned, we’re moving on in the playoffs,” said

Cougars coach Mike Feminis, whose club must also capture its three remaining contests to be in consideration for a berth in the 16-school NAIA tournament at the end of November. “I told our guys in Week 1 we weren’t going to be a pretty team, [but] once you get in [the tourney], who knows? It’s just the way it is this time of year.” What looked mighty attractive to Feminis, though, was Nolen’s clutch run, which the coach said was inspired by a viewing of an old Green Bay Packers game film of the 1960s. “It might have been [recorded] on Beta,” Feminis joked. “It was kind of a risky move at our own 35, but I just felt the momentum was turning [against us] and we needed a spark. “Spencer did a great job of selling it. It was obviously the biggest play of the game and our guys executed it to perfection.” Prior to Simms’ touchdown, Nolen’s 31- and 50-yard field goals in the second and third periods, respectively, represented the full extent of SXU’s productivity. The two three-pointers were offset by a pair from Statesmen kicker Marcus Kerrigan, who connected from 21 and 42 yards out. The first of those field goals

staked William Penn to a 3-0 lead in the opening stanza, and that slim margin held through the quarter break. Two Cougars series that started in Statesmen territory went nowhere. One of them was ruined by a fumble. SXU’s lack of punch wasn’t surprising to Feminis due to the team’s ongoing battle with injuries. Even two key figures who saw action, Simms and receiver Nick DeBenedetti, performed at less than full strength physically. “We were a M*A*S*H unit on offense, [so] we knew we were going to have to play a great game defensively,” Feminis said. That the Cougars did, as they held William Penn to 1 yard under 200. Serving as SXU’s prevention-side ringleader was Zach Dolph, who established a singlegame school record with 23 total tackles. Former linebackers Sean Kenney and Joe Miller shared the previous mark of 20, which was set in the same 2007 game. Five of Dolph’s stops were of the solo variety, and he also registered 1½ tackles for loss and a half-sack. “He’s a big-time player who made some big-time plays,” Feminis said. “He had an All-American type of year last year, and he’s (Continued on page 3)

Volleyball roundup Lady RedHawks wrap up undefeated ESCC season By Anthony Nasella From the moment she became Marist’s head volleyball coach, Julie Popp-Hopkins had specific goals in mind for her squad in 2013. The first of those was becoming the undefeated East Suburban Catholic Conference champion, and that goal was reached last Wednesday in Mount Greenwood. There, the Lady RedHawks downed Bishop McNamara 25-10, 25-6 to wrap up a perfect league season. Bridget Krasowski was a major contributor for Marist (25-9, 9-0) as she served nine aces and put down four kills. Also getting involved in a measurable way were Molly Mayo (11 assists, five digs), Carolyn Yerkes (five digs), Shannon McKevitt (five aces), and Ann Marie Stifter (nine kills). “It was a great night for the girls,” Popp-Hopkins said. “That was really a great experience for the girls. I’m super-happy for them. “And it was great that we clinched the conference championship in our last home [match], and on Senior Night. So that was a very special night for the team.” The previous evening, the Lady RedHawks outlasted host Carmel 25-20, 25-23 in another ESCC clash. Yerkes finished with 23 digs for Marist, Stifter added nine kills, and Cameron Enright totaled eight kills and 14 digs. The Lady RedHawks’ three indispensable players, among many talented ones, have been Yerkes, Mayo and Lizzie Zaleski. Yerkes has been especially valuable, as evidenced by her getting chosen for the all-tournament team in each of Marist’s four tourney appearances during the campaign. In addition, Yerkes was tabbed as the ESCC’s Player of the Year. Joining her on the all-conference squad were Mayo, Zaleski and Meg Ryan, while Popp-Hopkins was selected as the ESCC Coach of the Year. “Carolyn has just surpassed all my expectations,” Popp-Hopkins said. “She’s a leader through and through. She’s our rock, and she brings out the best in all of her teammates. Her accomplishments are pretty impressive. “She’s really stepped in and taken it. Every day, she gives it 100 percent and then blows us away the next day. She’s had an amazing year.” Popp-Hopkins also complimented her other two key athletes. “Molly has done a great job working with my assistant, Jordan Vidovic, who is an insanely talented player and an amazing

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Marist’s Bridget Krasowski (right) is congratulated by teammate Lauren Marx after serving 13 straight points, including nine aces, during last Wednesday’s 15-10, 15-6 victory over Bishop McNamara. coach,” she said of Mayo. “They worked really well together, just figuring out what works well for our team and our offense. It’s different than what she’s used to, but she’s really stepped it up and adjusted. “Lizzie is a right-side lefty, and she can put the ball down. She has a great serve, and we have her playing six rotations right now. She’s someone we can’t take off the court. “She wants the ball every time. She goes as hard as she can and puts herself into position to get to the ball. She’s really stepped up, too.” The Lady RedHawks’ next goal is to win the regional they are set to host this week. If Marist got past Oak Forest this past Tuesday, it will play the winner of a Shepard-Lincoln-Way East matchup for the title tonight. “We focus a lot on just one game at a time,” Popp-Hopkins said.

“We want to make sure we focus on Tuesday. I don’t let them focus on the next match until we finish the one we’re competing in. “Jordan and I plan a lot for those matches, [and] they just look at what’s right in front of them. Then we move on to the next one.” SANDBURG The Lady Eagles clinched the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue crown in thrilling fashion last Tuesday night, as they held off an equally determined Lincoln-Way East squad 25-23, 24-26, 27-25. Sandburg, which overcame a 24-21 Game 3 deficit to gain the victory, received a big performance from Leah Lane, who totaled 16 kills. Bridget Lebert added 11, Kelly Finlay put down nine and Julia Borschel chipped in eight. Other contributors included Kelly McGovern (23 digs), Alyssa Kijewski (11 digs) and Sami Knight (38 (Continued on page 3)

A delayed wakeup call Second-half revival saves Bulldogs from upset By Ken Karrson While the clock ticked on Eisenhower Friday night, Richards hit the snooze button. The host Cardinals faced a winor-be-left-out scenario in regard to the Class 6A playoffs, and through the first 24 minutes of their South Suburban Conference Red clash they were fully alert. Eisenhower constructed a 17-6 halftime edge over its District 218 sister school and placed Bulldogs coach Tony Sheehan in a frustrated state of mind. “I’ve got to give Eisenhower credit — they played like their backs were against the wall,” Sheehan said. “We did not play well in the first half. We came out flat and they took it to us. “It wasn’t the best week of practice [for us], and it showed in the first half. We can’t have a first half like that in the playoffs; if we do, we’ll be going home early.” Richards managed to go home from Blue Island a winner, however. Tacari Carpenter’s punt block and Savon Robinson’s 55-yard return gave the Bulldogs some much-needed juice in the third quarter, and that wakeup call lasted the rest of the evening. Dedrick Shannon’s 10-yard catch of a Hasan MuhammadRogers pass with 1:19 left in the period finally handed the visitors their first lead, and Richards went on to collect a 25-17 triumph that ushered it into the postseason with an 8-1 ledger. While the Cardinals were locked out of the tournament, the Bulldogs will host Yorkville Saturday night at Korhonen Field in a firstround encounter. “This Yorkville team’s played some very good teams, and they’re very disciplined,” Sheehan said. “They’re a little bit like Argo, but not as explosive [offensively]. “Hopefully, this was another wakeup call and we play [on Saturday] like we did in the second half [versus Eisenhower]. It’s door-die now, but it doesn’t matter how you do it — just win by one point and move on.” Being able to stay at home for Round 1 of the playoffs was

Sheehan’s carrot on a stick for the ’Dogs (8-1, 5-1) when he spoke to them at intermission. “I told them our playoff lives were on the line, too,” he said. “At 7-2, God only knows what would happen. We could be playing on the road who knows where.” The Cards struck their initial blow against Richards late in the opening stanza, when tailback T.J. Skelton jetted 61 yards for a touchdown. The extra point was missed, but things stayed bad for the Bulldogs as Eisenhower disrupted their ensuing series with an interception. Vince Colbert ran the pickoff back 30 yards and the Cardinals added a two-point conversion to stretch their lead out to 14-0. The home club added a 48-yard field goal in the second period. Richards’ only counter before halftime was a 12-yard Muhammad-Rogers-to-Spencer Tears completion that brought it into the Eisenhower end zone. That didn’t represent the Bulldogs’ lone scoring opportunity, however — a fumble wrecked one possession that had advanced the visitors to the Cardinals’ 6-yard line, while Richards ran out of downs after reaching its foes’ 10 in another instance. “We can’t leave points like that on the field,” Sheehan said. “We put ourselves in bad positions [because of that]. Luckily, we woke up and outscored them 19-0 in the second half.” Sheehan didn’t do a dramatic altering of his game plan for the second half, but merely employed a few tweaks. Even more vital to the Bulldogs’ well-being than those slight changes was Robinson’s morale-lifting return. The senior also was an impact player on the defensive side, as he recorded 10 tackles. Nick DeMarco matched that number of stops and deep back Dwayne Jiles was another defender pegged by Sheehan as an influential individual. With that trio showing the way, Richards’ prevention corps stood tall in the second half and prevented Eisenhower from generating any big gainers. Running back Romeo Johnson, who had been

nursing an injury, returned to action in this contest and gave the Bulldogs some additional breathing room by scoring on an 11-yard dash in the fourth quarter. He ended the night with a teambest 120 rushing yards while averaging 10 yards per carry. Richards accrued 385 total yards, which helped offset three turnovers. The Cardinals did get one last chance with the ball after the Bulldogs fumbled with 1:50 remaining in the contest. Richards nearly short-circuited Eisenhower’s possession that followed immediately, but a would-be interception was dropped. That briefly prolonged the Cardinals’ series and kept hope alive for them, but the hosts were soon after relegated to spectator status for the rest of the 2013 prep football season.

Statistics Richards Eisenhower First downs Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles/lost Had intercepted Penalties/yds. Punts/avg.

0 6 12 14 3 0

7 - 25 0 - 17 HLR 15 178 207 385 21-8 3-2 1 8-85 4-40.0

Scoring DDE — T.J. Skelton, 61-yd. run (Josue Leal kick) DDE — Vince Colbert, 30-yd. interception return (Leal kick) HLR — Spencer Tears, 12-yd. pass from Hasan Muhammad-Rogers (kick failed) DDE — Leal, 48-yd. field goal HLR — Savon Robinson, 55-yd. return of blocked punt (run failed) HLR — Dedrick Shannon, 10-yd. pass from Muhammad-Rogers (pass failed) HLR — Romeo Johnson, 11-yd. run (Shawn Chiaramonte kick) Richards Rushing: Johnson 12-120, Hill 663, Muhammad-Rogers 10-(-5). Passing: Muhammad-Rogers 21-8-207. Receiving: Tears 4-98, Carpenter 2-58, Willett 1-41, Shannon 1-10.

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More heartbreak for Crusaders By Ken Karrson It’s not February, but Brian Badke is still experiencing Groundhog Day. However, it’s the Bill Murray movie, not the holiday that resonates most strongly with the Brother Rice football coach. In the film, Murray’s weatherman character relives the same day over and over again, something with which Badke can definitely relate, at least in regard to onfield activities. The Crusaders have followed an almost identical script throughout the 2013 campaign: match a highly regarded opponent virtually blow for blow before falling just a handful of points short on the scoreboard. It happened to Rice versus Mt. Carmel, St. Rita and Fenwick, and it occurred again Friday night in New Lenox against Providence Catholic. After their arrival to the game was delayed because of heavy traffic on Interstate-80, the Crusaders were slow to acclimate to their surroundings. As a result, the host Celtics jumped out to a 21-3 lead near the end of the second quarter and seemed poised to unceremoniously conclude Rice’s regular season. But true to form, the Crusaders decided to fight back. They narrowed the gap to six points in the late stages of the fourth period and then regained possession of the ball once more when Luke Mueller recovered an onsides kick. Rice eventually got inside the Providence 30, but Matt Lahey’s interception at his own 19 ended the visitors’ rally and saddled them with yet another gut-wrenching defeat, 28-22, in the Chicago Catholic League Blue encounter. “I can’t tell you how proud I am of these kids,” Badke said. “It’s never fun losing, but these kids have gotten better every week because they’re enjoying what they’re doing and want to learn. [Close losses are] a tough thing to swallow and they’ve become par for the course, but we’re going to become a better program going forward because of this. “Providence could have won by 21 points [or more], but the kids have always believed they could win. I think that’s what’s

gotten them through this tough season.” For sure, there was no quit in the Crusaders (3-6, 0-4) here, even after the Celtics extended their edge to 28-6 in the third stanza on the last of four Justin Hunniford-to-Miles Boykin touchdown passes. The two players collaborated for aerial scores covering 22, 15, 3 and 5 yards. While definitely knocked down, Rice refused to be counted out. Instead, junior running back Marcus Jones led a comeback bid by scoring on a 2-yard run and 91yard reception during the fourth quarter. The second of those came right after Providence was stopped on a fourth-and-1 play at the Crusaders’ 9. “They went for the dagger,” Badke said of the Celtics. “They should have gone for a field goal and gotten up by three scores. We had an opportunity to win the football game [after that] — that’s all you can ask for.” The only points Rice managed prior to the final period came off the foot of senior place-kicker Brian Kane, who booted field goals of 25 and 35 yards in the first half. The Crusaders were plagued once again by turnovers — they committed four in all — but there was also quite a bit to like about an offense that generated 466 total yards and outgained Providence by 178 yards. For the evening, Rice ran 73 plays, which were 19 more than the Celtics had, and it held onto the ball almost seven minutes longer than its foe. Jones was a huge factor for the Crusaders as he caught eight passes from Alex Alarcon for 166 yards and added 62 yards on the ground. Alarcon completed 27of-40 throws for 334 yards and rushed for a team-best 72. “Turnovers have kind of been our Achilles heel and we’ve got to work to get better at that, but Alex has really come into his own as a quarterback,” Badke said. “He’s understanding what we want him to do. And Marcus Jones played a real good game.” Providing defensive highlights for Rice were Jordan Boyd (eight solo tackles, two assists), Andrew Dyke (five solos, three assists),

Bobby Sullivan (five solos) and Robert Woods (four solos, one assist). Erich Lieser intercepted a Hunniford pass. While the Class 8A tournament is out of the question for Rice, it should receive entry into the Catholic League playoffs. Badke likes the fact that his squad probably won’t have to pack the equipment away for a while yet. “The ball didn’t bounce our way [this year], for sure,” he said. “If a couple things go our way, it’s a different story, but we’ve still got an opportunity [to play]. “This year, we had some guys with some experience, but not a lot of senior leadership [numberswise], so we had to grow and get back down to the basics. I’m proud that they’re knowing what we’re expecting out of them and they’ve played tough.”

Statistics Brother Rice 3 3 Providence Cath. 7 14 First downs Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles lost Had intercepted Penalties/yds. Punts/avg.

0 16 - 22 7 0 - 28

BR 21 132 334 466 40-27 2 2 2-20 2-32.5

PC 19 169 119 288 19-10 0 1 5-40 4-37.5

Scoring PC — Miles Boykin, 22-yd. pass from Justin Hunniford (Austin Regan kick) BR — Brian Kane, 25-yd. field goal PC — Boykin, 15-yd. pass from Hunniford (Regan kick) PC — Boykin, 3-yd. pass from Hunniford (Regan kick) BR — Kane, 35-yd. field goal PC — Boykin, 5-yd. pass from Hunniford (Regan kick) BR — Marcus Jones, 3-yd. run (Kane kick) BR — Jones, 91-yd. pass from Alex Alarcon (Kane kick) BR — Safety Brother Rice Rushing: Alarcon 13-72, Jones 16-62, Lieser 1-0, Desmond 1-(-2). Passing: Alarcon 40-27-334. Receiving: Jones 8-166, Mueller 8-64, Butler 5-52, Desmond 3-20, Perez 2-11, Scanlon 121.

Nothing Gold-en about it Knights tumble hard in final SCC encounter By Ken Karrson Chicago Christian’s farewell to the Suburban Christian Conference Gold Friday night was a tarnished one. Visiting Immaculate Conception saw to that by dominating their injury-riddled namesakes in every facet of the game. The hometown Knights, whose ranks had already been thinned by the loss of five athletes over the previous two weeks, saw two more players go down in their regular-season finale as a couple of linemen were the latest to succumb to physical maladies. The duo’s presence wouldn’t have changed the outcome against IC, however. The visitors struck for 33 first-quarter points and, save for a pair of long kickoff returns given up, were virtually bulletproof as they pocketed a 5620 victory in Palos Heights. “Without these injuries, I think we would have finished [the year] stronger,” Christian coach Jim Bolhuis said. “It was just bad circumstances. Weeks 7, 8 and 9 was when they really affected us. “There were some good performances and I think we did make some progress. Maybe not as much as I’d like, but once we started losing people, those gains disappeared.” When the Knights tangled with IC in 2012, the latter also prevailed, but Bolhuis felt his squad had put on a rather solid performance. In particular, he cited it as one of Christian’s best defensive efforts of last season, considering the caliber of its opponent. The rematch was a completely different story. IC not only scored often, but it scored big — three of its five first-period TDs covered more than 50 yards, including a 91-yard gallop by Randy Leslie. Leslie also caught a 64-yard pass from Jack Copher, while Clark Brinkman tallied on a 56-yard reception. “It got to the point where I wondered if we would have been better off forfeiting,” Bolhuis said. “We had injury trouble and [the situation] got silly.” Part of Christian’s problem may have also stemmed from Bolhuis’ desire to be considerate to his team’s playoff-bound foe. In order to keep IC from having to split up its varsity and lower-level contingents by playing contests on two different

days, Bolhuis agreed to move the junior-varsity game to Friday night as well. The Knights’ JV group had played on either Monday or Tuesday the previous two weeks in an attempt to preserve personnel. “It was tough on our kids — they were stretched pretty thin,” Bolhuis said. “I had 12 guys [available to play] at the end of the day for the first game and we had kids playing almost two full games. There’s nothing fun about trying to piece together something [under those conditions]. “We only had five linemen available that were seniors or juniors or sophomores on the varsity. I had a wide receiver playing offensive tackle and two freshmen playing, one on the offensive line and one on the defensive line.” To its credit, IC called off the dogs pretty quickly, although it still crossed Christian’s goal line three more times after its firstquarter barrage. The Knights also tallied thrice, including on kickoff returns of 81 yards and 76 yards by Justin Downs and Colby Roundtree, respectively. While Bolhuis appreciated his athletes’ willingness to continue plugging away, he described Christian’s inroads as “highlights [that] were their lowlights.” “They were running their second-string [players] out there,” he said of IC. “It was some of our starters against most of their JV team, so it was nothing to write home about.” Downs also scored on a 4-yard reception, but the Knights (2-7, 1-4) finished with only 106 total yards of offense, compared to an even 500 amassed by IC. The visitors ran 17 more plays and averaged 8.1 yards per snap, while Christian averaged just 2.1 yards on its 45 plays. Even though the Knights’ defense couldn’t slow IC for an extended period of time, a few individuals provided solid work. Foremost among them was Clay Bouquet, who enjoyed his best statistical outing of the fall as he racked up nine solo stops, six assists, one tackle for loss and one sack. Lending a hand as well were Jacob Bruinius (five solos, two assists, one tackle for loss), Downs (five solos, one tackle for loss) and Luke Rattler (four solos, four assists, one-half sack, one-half tackle for loss).

When Christian begins the 2014 football season, it’ll do so as a member of the Metro Suburban Conference. All other current SCC Gold schools, plus St. Edward of the Blue Division will share that same address, while the remaining Blue residents of the disbanding SCC will shift to the Chicago Catholic League. “I think it’ll be a good deal,” Bolhuis said of the Knights’ entry into the Metro Suburban. He acknowledged, though, that Christian has to do its part to become a contender within its new conference. “It’s going to come together for us, but we’ve got to get more disciplined,” Bolhuis said. “We’ve got to play better, coach better and do a better job of getting kids out [for football].”

Statistics IC Chgo. Christian First downs Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles/lost Had intercepted Penalties/yds. Punts/avg.

33 7 7 0

0 16 - 56 7 6 - 20

IC 13 348 152 500 9-5 2-2 0 7-70 2-34.5

CC 3 47 59 106 25-8 2-2 0 5-45 7-28.3

Scoring IC — Randy Leslie, 64-yd. pass from Jack Copher (kick failed) IC — Leslie, 3-yd. run (kick failed) IC — Clark Brinkman, 56-yd. pass from Copher (Leslie run) IC — Leslie, 91-yd. run (Dan Graham kick) IC — Max Eichhorn, 23-yd. run (kick failed) CC — Justin Downs, 81-yd. kickoff return (Jeremy Slager Evans kick) IC — Liam Hipskind, 11-yd. pass from Rhashaun Epting (Copher kick) CC — Downs, 4-yd. pass from Christian Bolhuis (Slager Evans kick) IC — Hipskind, 2-yd. run (Copher kick) IC — Safety IC — Brendan O’Brien, 12-yd. run (Copher kick) CC — Colby Roundtree, 76-yd. kickoff return (pass failed) Chicago Christian Rushing: Roundtree 9-31, Bolhuis 6-5, Rattler 5-1. Passing: Bolhuis 25-8-59. Receiving: Downs 2-41, Bruinius 2-11, K. Evans 2-8, Roundtree 2-(-1).

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Marist’s Cameron Enright puts a kill between two Bishop McNamara defenders last Wednesday.

Volleyball (Continued from page 2) assists, nine digs). In that crucial third set, the Lady Eagles used a block by Lane to pull even with the Lady Griffins at 24-all and then sent a long rainbow that Lincoln-Way East was unable to return for a 25-24 lead. With the score tied again at 25, Sandburg sealed the match on back-to-back kills by Finlay. The Lady Eagles picked up another SWSC Blue victory last Thursday, as they tripped up Homewood-Flossmoor 25-16, 2521. McGovern had 18 digs and Lebert finished with eight kills to boost visiting Sandburg (287, 7-0). MOTHER MCAULEY With a 25-12, 25-22 win over Lyons Township last Wednesday, the Mighty Macs closed out their regular season with an undefeated record against Illinois opponents. Setter Courtney Joyce led the way for Mother McAuley (33-2) with seven kills, six digs and 28 assists. Ryan DeJarld added 12 digs and five kills, Carla Cahill had 12 digs and three aces, Kayla Caffey finished with seven kills and Kelsey Clark supplied six more. The Macs led Game 1 from start to finish, but the Lady Lions gained an early advantage in the second set and extended it to 13-6 before McAuely mounted a comeback and eventually tied the game up at 21-all. QUEEN OF PEACE The Pride gave Class 4A powerhouse Marian Catholic all it could handle in a nonconference match last Monday before coming up short, 25-23, 25-20, in Burbank. Michelle Frederick had eight kills and seven digs to lead Queen of Peace (7-27), while Samantha Stim chipped in seven kills. Also heard from were Rebecka Huerta (six digs) and Colleen Corbett (10 assists). The Pride provided a stiffer challenge than expected largely by keeping the Lady Spartans from stringing points together in big bunches. Peace led 22-21 late in the first set before Marian took over with two kills from the left side. The Pride were ahead 16-15 in Game 2 when the Lady Spartans again rallied for the eventual victory. OAK LAWN The Lady Spartans closed out their regular season with a 20-9

Cougars (Continued from page 2) having another good one. Dolph was unbelievable [here] — he was just all over the field.” Also making their presences felt for the Cougars (5-3, 2-1) were Tyler Hoeg (seven solos, one tackle for loss, one pass breakup), Jacob Ghinazzi (three solos, five assists, one tackle for loss), Danny Lombardo (five solos, two assists), Dan Fitzgerald (three solos, four assists, one pass breakup), Greg Hayward (three solos, two assists, two tackles for loss, two quarterback hurries, one sack) and Alex Walters (two solos, four assists). One of Hayward’s tackles for loss stymied a Statesmen march that had reached inside SXU’s 35 during the first quarter. Offensively, the Cougars’ 230 total yards represented one of their lowest outputs in recent memory. An already-shorthanded group got reduced further when running back Joshua Hunter was hurt on SXU’s initial possession. That left Khary Ferguson (23 carries, 59 yards) to become the hosts’ ground-gaining workhorse. Quarterback Joe Gill completed 13-of-28 throws for 91 yards, 65 of which were supplied by DeBenedetti (five catches, 38 yards) and Simms (four receptions, 27 yards). Simms also had a 30-yard

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Marist’s Molly Mayo gets ready to serve last Wednesday versus Bishop McNamara. overall record and 12-1 mark in the South Suburban Conference Red after downing Eisenhower 2519, 25-16 last Tuesday night. Becky Bradshaw (seven kills, 10 digs) and Tracy Peck (six kills, nine digs) spearheaded Oak Lawn’s victorious performance. The Lady Spartans opened regional play this past Tuesday against Homewood-Flossmoor. “We saw them in the LincolnWay Tournament, but we didn’t play them,” Oak Lawn coach Dennis McNamara said of the Lady Vikings. “We got to see them play and they got to see us play. “It’s like the NCAA Tournament — you flip a coin, and both teams will be evenly matched at that point, regardless of the seed.” MT. ASSISI The Screeching Eagles dropped a 25-20, 25-17 decision to Illiana Christian last Monday night to finish their regular schedule at 17-18. Kelly Magliano had five kills and three blocks in the losing effort. Magliano (283 kills, 62 blocks) has been a leader for Mt. Assisi all season long, as have Jessica Jakubowski (243 digs), Anna Broadhurst (206 digs, 42 blocks, 158 kills) and MaryKate Wetzel (556 assists). SHEPARD The Lady Astros went 3-1 last week to improve their regular-season ledger to 19-10. After beating Richards 25-19, 25-22 in an SSC Red match on Tuesday, Shepard took two out of three matches at a weekend tournament. Caroline Graham doled out 20 assists and Briana Volpentesta tacked on 10 digs to help the

Lady Astros top the Lady Bulldogs. The win was Shepard’s 10th in 13 conference encounters. On Saturday, Lake Zurich defeated the Lady Astros 25-23, 25-19 before the latter bounced back to upend Palatine (25-17, 25-17) and Minooka (17-25, 2519, 15-12). STAGG The Lady Chargers split a pair three-game SWSC Blue matches last week, as they beat Joliet West (19-25, 25-18, 30-28) on Thursday, two days after suffering a 19-25, 25-14, 25-15 setback against Lockport. Lexi Mantas and Gianna Petrelli were key figures for Stagg (15-20, 2-5) in both outings. Mantas registered 12 kills and Petrelli distributed 15 assists versus the Lady Porters, then produced more solid numbers against the Lady Tigers. Mantas totaled 18 kills and 13 digs, the latter being just five less than Petrelli’s team-high effort. Also lending a hand in the win was Hannah Henderson, who provided the Lady Chargers with nine points and 12 digs. EVERGREEN PARK The Lady Mustangs improved to 10-17 with a hard-fought 1825, 25-19, 27-25 victory over Rich South last Monday night. Emma Przeslicke posted nine kills and Sarah Klawitter chalked up 13 digs to guide the victorious hosts. CHICAGO CHRISTIAN The Lady Knights dropped a three-game match to Immaculate Conception last Monday and a two-game verdict to Wheaton-St. Francis last Wednesday to finish the regular season at 24-11.

punt return that set the table for Nolen’s first field goal. “We were trying to do everything we could to score points,” Feminis said. “Injuries have completely changed our game plan and [offensive] tempo. We’re playing at a slower pace. “I knew going in it was going to be a nail-biter. Every game we’ve played this year has been a dogfight, and I think I’ve aged more in the last three months than I have in the previous 10 years combined. But I think it’ll help us down the road.” No. 8-ranked St. Ambrose hosts the 14th-ranked Cougars Saturday in Davenport, Iowa. The Fighting Bees are averaging about 40 points and 500 yards per contest this fall, so another stern test awaits SXU’s defense. Conference affairs against Olivet Nazarene and Trinity International will then wind up the Cougars’ regular schedule. And if SXU does qualify for the NAIA nationals, Feminis will consider the accomplishment one of his program’s finest. “If we get in the dance, I will be absolutely thrilled because we were so young when we started the year and we’ve had so many obstacles to clear,” he said. “The last three or four years, we’ve been pretty lucky when it comes to [not suffering] the devastating injuries. It seems like they’re all piling up in one year, and it’s when

we’ve got a more inexperienced team. “People see the scores every week, and I’ve got to think a lot of them will underestimate us. But that would be a big mistake.”

Statistics William Penn St. Xavier First downs Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles/lost Had intercepted Penalties/yds. Punts/avg.

3 0 0 3

0 3

3 - 6 6 - 12

WPU 12 118 81 199 30-13 1-0 0 5-51 11-38.5

SXU 13 139 91 230 28-13 1-1 1 9-137 8-40.8

Scoring WPU — Marcus Kerrigan, 21-yd. field goal SXU — Spencer Nolen, 31-yd. field goal SXU — Nolen, 50-yd. field goal WPU — Kerrigan, 42-yd. field goal SXU — Stephen Simms, 6-yd. pass from Joe Gill (kick failed) St. Xavier Rushing: Ferguson 23-59, Simms 4-35, Feeney 2-17, Nolen 1-16, Vilimek 1-7, Gill 6-3, DeBenedetti 1-1, Hunter 1-1. Passing: Gill 28-13-91. Receiving: DeBenedetti 5-38, Simms 4-27, Carroll 2-6, Vilimek 1-11, Frederickson 1-9.

4 Section 2 Thursday, October 31, 2013 Moraine athletics wrap

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Season over for Cyclones men’s soccer team

Spartans close season with loss at Bremen

By Maura Vizza After regulation and two overtime periods, it came down to penalty kicks. And then Moraine Valley College got kicked out of the Region IV playoffs. The Cyclones men’s soccer team battled McHenry College on even terms for as long as it could, but the latter used an edge in penalty kicks to knock off Moraine last Wednesday. The Cyclones had defeated McHenry 2-1 during the regular season. While the 2013 campaign ended earlier than Moraine players and coaches had wished, it was a successful one for the most part. The Cyclones went 9-6-1 a year after posting a sub-.500 ledger, and their 4-3 mark within the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference gave them a second-place finish there. “Coming in second was good,” Moraine head coach Chuck Bales said. “This year, my main goal was to erase the trauma of last season, get back to winning in the correct way and play good soccer. “Our focus was on playing a good passing game [and] moving around a lot. I recruited well, and many returners were hungry because of last year’s disappointment. It all came together quite well.” Lutth Tchitembo and Jordy Padilla represented the Cyclones on the All-Region IV squad, and they joined sophomore Greg Healy (Stagg) and team captain Joe Mastej on the All-ISCC first team. Earning second-team all-conference honors were Steve Henry (Oak Lawn), Ranulfo Pantaleon, Patryk Paprocki and goalkeeper Chris Vidos (Brother Rice). Mastej and co-captain Jorge Martinez (Reavis) were key figures in helping the squad come together not only through a strong work ethic, but also with positive attitudes. Bales chalked up some of Moraine’s success to that high team morale and player bonding. “Overall it was a good season — we found our home base again in terms of how we should play,” Bales said. “There were ups and downs, but the downs were in little pockets, which are to be expected and almost desirable. You have to be careful with an undefeated team because you wonder when the shoe is going to drop. “If we played these games again, we could get a totally different outcome. All the teams in Region IV are so equal, but we didn’t capitulate. After that last loss of the season, the guys were [ticked] off, but they can hold their heads up.” Assuming this year’s freshmen return, the Cyclones will have a solid foundation off which to build their 2014 squad. Bales also wants Moraine’s new Health, Fitness & Recreation Center — scheduled to open in the spring — to be a springboard to help raise the Cyclones’ status. CROSS COUNTRY Last Saturday was a good day to be a Cyclone, especially if you were Aileen Gorman. The Marist alumnus became only the third female runner from Moraine to ever capture an ISCC title when she set the pace at this year’s conference meet. Gorman clocked a winning time of 20 minutes, 10 seconds on the hilly 5K course at Pioneer Woods Forest Preserve in Willow Springs to earn the Most Valuable Runner honor and get named as the premier member of the all-conference team. “We are thrilled for Aileen,” Cyclones coach Mark Horstmeyer said. “She was outstanding. She ran a smart race on a tough, tough course. She had a game plan and she stuck to it.” Behind Gorman’s leadership, Moraine wound up second overall in the team standings. It trailed only Waubonsee College. The

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Road to disappointment By Ken Karrson

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Moraine Valley College’s Aileen Gorman outpaced the field at Saturday’s Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference cross country meet in Willow Springs. Gorman became just the third female Cyclone to ever win the conference race. College of Lake County, Morton College and Oakton occupied the 3-4-5 positions. On the men’s side, the Cyclones placed third. Reaching the chute for Moraine shortly after Gorman in the women’s event was Jessica Flores, who took 13th in 22:19. Tiffany Huntley finished directly behind Flores after completing the race in 22:22, Lex Mindock was 18th (23:24) and Sandburg grad Amy Johnson wrapped up the Cyclones’ scoring by running a 23:54, which secured for her the No. 22 position. Miranda Reyes (23rd, 24:06), Maritza Najera (24th, 24:27) and Stagg product Amanda Gerzon (32nd, 27:25) rounded out Moraine’s list of competitors. “We are pleased with how the team responded, too,” Horstmeyer said. “We have a lot of injuries that couldn’t come at a worse time than now, but the girls just dug in and did what they had to do. We’re proud of the effort.” *** The Cyclones men couldn’t quite keep up with the College of Lake County, which gained its first conference championship since 2000, and Morton College, which was runner-up, on Saturday. Waubonsee and Oakton were fourth and fifth, respectively. Dawid Palac led the way for Moraine as he was second individually after running a 27:46 in the 8K race. Both Palac and Thomas Cira (10th in 29:06) garnered allconference recognition. The Cyclones’ other three point producers were gathered in a pack, as Brandon Ceh, Anton Thauer and Zach Butera landed in the 17th, 19th and 21st spots after clocking respective times of 30:02, 30:21 and 30:31. Anthony Briante (23rd in 30:34), Justin Briante (25th, 31:31), Alejandro Montes (29th, 32:02) and Larry Byrd (35th, 33:20) also represented Moraine in the event. “Dawid had his best performance of the season, and it certainly came at the right time,” Horstmeyer said. “We are really pleased with his second-place showing. The course is very demanding, and you had to run a smart race — Dawid did just that. “Thomas really came on and got that spot on the all-conference team. We couldn’t be happier for him. It was a nice job by both guys. “We also have to give some props to the other guys. We’re not particularly healthy, and they have had to fight through some adversity. Saturday, they showed

what they’re made of [and] it was a solid finish for them.” The Cyclones now prepare for the National Junior College Athletic Association Region IV Division I Championship on Saturday at Community Park in Channahon. “This will be an entirely different race, with the teams and individuals trying to qualify for the national championship the following week,” Horstmeyer said. “We can’t back off now. We’ll just have to bear down and get it done. “It will definitely test their mettle, [but] we are up to the challenge.” VOLLEYBALL Lucky seven. The Cyclones earned their second consecutive ISCC title last Tuesday by completing a perfect 70 conference season with a 25-20, 25-10, 25-13 triumph over Morton College. Not only did Moraine go unbeaten within the ISCC, it never was pushed into a fourth set by any opponent. Once again, Kara Kentner was a standout for the Cyclones, as she delivered 12 kills and nine service areas. Taylor Serrano did her share with 10 kills, three blocks and three aces, and Alex Bojan pitched in with eight kills and two blocks. Also lending a hand was Joanna Curtis, who distributed 20 assists. *** The NJCAA Division II No. 17ranked Cyclones concluded their regular schedule last Thursday by defeating Elmhurst College’s JV team, 25-18, 25-14, 25-16. In addition to the win, the day was made special by recognition for Gina Ryan. Ryan was presented a game ball after registering her 1,000th career dig in an Oct. 19 match versus Rock Valley College. She became the third Moraine player this season to surpass the 1,000 level in a career category, joining Kentner and Curtis, both of whom have dished out more than 1,000 assists while playing for the Cyclones. Ryan provided Moraine with seven kills and a solo block in its win over Elmhurst, which ably backed Kentner’s nine-kill, 17-assist performance. Serrano, Bojan and Seiler all added six kills. Serrano also blocked four shots and scored three points, while Seiler served an ace. Rounding out the Cyclones’ list of contributors was Curtis, who passed out a team-best 19 assists. Moraine began postseason play this past Tuesday.

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Conrady Junior High School’s softball team recently completed a perfect 14-0 fall season.

The home of the Braves was no place for Oak Lawn Friday night. The Spartans traveled a road of disappointment when visiting Midlothian, as host Bremen applied the finishing touches to a sub-par Oak Lawn campaign by doling out a 35-15 defeat in a South Suburban Conference crossover contest. Meeting up with the Braves just one week after tangling with neighboring Richards certainly wasn’t in the Spartans’ best interests — the two squads went a combined 16-2 during the regular season, and Bremen ruled as kingpin of the SSC Blue. “They have a couple kids that are very good athletes and also have good football instincts,” Oak Lawn coach Sean Lucas said, referring to the Braves. “You can’t get mad at our kids about [any] physical deficiencies. “Their quarterback [Tyler Banovich] was able to break contain and extend plays going from hash mark to hash mark, and [while] we were getting our helmets on people, we couldn’t sustain blocks. Those were probably the two biggest problems we faced.” Bremen struck for touchdowns on each of its first two possessions to establish a lead it would never relinquish. The edge had grown to 21-0 in the second quarter before the Spartans (2-7) finally responded with Konrad Lach’s 27-yard scoring pass to Kevin Zurek. Oak Lawn’s defense followed with a three-and-out series, which fostered greater hope for a comeback try by the Spartans. And Oak Lawn certainly seemed intent on rallying, as it advanced inside the Braves’ 35-yard line on the offensive series that came next. From there, however, things went haywire for the Spartans. A third-down sack forced Oak Lawn to punt, and Bremen proceeded to drive downfield and into the Spartans’ end zone for a fourth

time to stretch its advantage out to 28-7 at halftime. Just in case any doubt still remained as to how the game would end, the Braves erased it by hitting paydirt on their initial possession of the third period. Oak Lawn’s final touchdown came from Ray Howard on a 43-yard dash, a play that was followed by Lach’s two-point-conversion run. The Spartans totaled 250 yards of offense, 146 of which was supplied by Howard on the ground. The senior was also one of Oak Lawn’s main men on defense, as he recorded three solo tackles and two assists. Other contributors included Kurt Kuzur (six solos, one assist), Joe Dodaro (five solos, two assists), Kyle Kuzur (five solos, one assist) and Scott Quinn (three solos, two assists). The Spartans were actually operating shorthanded on the prevention side. Lucas learned shortly before the contest that lineman Tony Muro would be unavailable for personal reasons, and then Joe Cosenza got hurt near the conclusion of pregame warm-ups. At season’s end, Oak Lawn’s win-loss numbers were identical to those posted in 2012, but the most recent ledger doesn’t reflect a few close calls, most notably one-point setbacks versus Argo and Eisenhower in consecutive weeks. Those defeats came on the heels of one to eventual SSC Red champ Evergreen Park. It was that clash with the Mustangs that Lucas pegged as perhaps his team’s most pivotal one of the entire season. “We were up 10-0 on Evergreen at halftime, and we had the ball at their 20 to start the second half,” he said. “Then we lost yardage on one play, fumbled a snap, took a penalty and missed a field goal. If we would have come away with a touchdown and gone up 17-0, I’d be curious how everything would play out [after that]. “You don’t want to say the sea-

son hinged on any one thing, but I think that was the big sequence of the year. To have gone over there and come out with a win against a very good Evergreen team would have given us a lot of confidence. Instead, we were talking about how we blew a 10-0 lead.” The Spartans will welcome back several players from the current squad in 2014, including three guys — Lach, running back Khlaid Norvell and receiver Joe Quigley — who were on the varsity roster as sophomores. Lucas has been successful in increasing interest in the program and getting guys to consistently attend every teamoriented endeavor. Now, the next step must be taken. “This [coming] year, we focus on results,” Lucas said, “and we find ways to reward guys who meet goals. How we practice is going to dictate [what we do later] — when something comes up in games, we want guys to recognize it because they’ve seen it before in practice. “We just need to find ways to accelerate growth and learn to play well at a high level.”

Statistics Bremen Oak Lawn Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles/lost Had intercepted

Final 35 15 OL 161 89 250 21-10 0-0 1

Scoring OL — Kevin Zurek, 27-yd. pass from Konrad Lach (Adnade Laanati kick) OL — Ray Howard, 43-yd. run (Lach run) Oak Lawn Rushing: Howard 25-146, Lach 3-8, Gipson 2-4, Melnik 1-3. Passing: Lach 20-10-89, Melnik 1-0-0. Receiving: Wagner 4-26, Zurek 3-41, Howard 2-19, McCarthy 1-3.

Sports wrap By Anthony Nasella Stagg qualified the most athletes for last week’s state tennis tournament, but it was District 230 sister school Sandburg that claimed the only first-round success. The Lady Eagles’ doubles tandem of Priya Sharma-Allia Abunaim triumphed in their opening match last Friday, as they defeated Lincoln-Way East’s Stefanie Hunniford-Jacqui Michuda 6-4, 6-2. That was to be the extent of their success, though, as Lyons Township’s Jillian KaehlerMaggie Schwartz (6-4, 6-2) and Deerfield’s Jessie Arenson-Ariel Lozovsky (6-0, 6-0) administered setbacks to Sharma-Abunaim in the second round of the championship and consolation brackets, respectively. Sandburg’s other state entry, singles player Molly Traverso, fell in succession to St. Ignatius’ Carla O’Bryne (6-3, 6-2) and Oak Park-River Forest’s Jasmine Owens (6-3, 6-2). Representing Stagg were singles players Nicole Pamphilis and Jillian Atkenson, and the doubles pair of Leeza Bodnar-Silvia Kulbokas. After suffering an opening 6-2, 6-2 loss to Carmel’s Christina Rao, Pamphilis roared back to claim a pair of consolation victories. She beat Triad’s Kylie McCarthy (6-3, 7-6 (2)) and Hersey’s Ana Karpetiani (5-7, 6-3, 6-3) before running afoul of Geneseo’s Michelle Legatzke (6-1, 6-3) in the third consolation round. Atkenson scored one consolation-bracket victory, 6-3, 6-2 over Immaculate Conception’s Kelley Hodyl, to salvage her appearance at state. Atkenson suffered defeats against Mount Carmel’s Tyra Buss (6-0, 6-0) and University High’s Dhanya Asokumar (6-1, 6-2) in her two other matches. Bodnar-Kulbokas matched Pamphilis by succeeding twice after falling to a first-round loss. Following a 6-2, 6-2 shortcoming versus Edwardsville’s Morgan Colbert-Maddie Lombardi, Bodnar-Kulbokas rallied to take down Elgin’s Kayla Schwan-Emma May (6-0, 6-7 (3), 6-2) and East Peoria’s Kylie Giebelhausen-Sarah Kurth (6-3, 6-3) in consecutive encounters. The Stagg duo’s stay at state ended in their fourth match, which went the way of Rockford Guilford’s Lilly Endsley-Linnea Endsley by a 6-0, 6-2 count. *** Also advancing to state was Chicago Christian’s doubles team of Grace Furlong-Raquel Hamstra. The pair dropped both state matches in which they competed, 6-2, 6-1 to Rolling Meadows’ Allie Kemph-Jackie Kemph and 6-2, 6-2 to Teutopolis’ Elena Breer-

Allison Vogt. BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY With senior Will Becker clocking a winning time of 15 minutes, 16.19 seconds, Sandburg was able to also claim a team title at last Saturday’s nine-school Class 3A Marist Regional at Midlothian Meadows. Despite fielding an almost completely different lineup from the one that secured a SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue championship for them the week before, the Eagles managed to place all seven of their runners among the top 13 finishers. Their five scorers were bunched within the first seven. Following Becker down the chute were Dan Laskero (third in 15:26.62), Martin Skucas (fifth, 15:41.77), Justin Adams (sixth, 15:43.05) and Matt Benz-Weeden (seventh, 15:45.37). *** While Shepard couldn’t catch Sandburg at Midlothian Meadows, the Astros still did well enough to advance as a team to this weekend’s Hinsdale Central Sectional. Leading the way for Shepard was Josh Meier, who took second overall with a time of 15:18.26 for three miles. Also moving on to Hinsdale Central will be Stagg, which placed sixth at the Marist Regional. GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY Sandburg couldn’t quite equal the showing delivered by the Eagles boys’ team, but the girls did finish just two points behind meet-champion Marist at the latter’s own Class 3A regional on Saturday. Four Lady Eagles wound up in the top 10, including Casey Jensen (third in 18:27.42), Grace Foley (fourth, 18:31.12), Meghan Mokate (fifth, 18:38.79) and Annie Lebert (eighth, 18:58.09). Both Shepard (109 points) and Stagg (176) advanced to the Hinsdale Central Sectional after placing fourth and sixth, respectively, at the Marist Regional. *** Behind Carly VandeKamp’s team-best time of 20:40, Chicago Christian took fifth place at Saturday’s Class 1A Bishop McNamara Regional. BOYS’ SOCCER Sandburg captured the Class 3A Lincoln-Way North Regional championship last Friday with a 1-0 decision over Reavis. The winning marker was delivered in a shootout by Eagles goalie Alan Garcia in the sixth round, which lifted his team to a 5-4 shootout victory. Garcia helped preserve the win by registering two saves during the shootout. Sandburg (15-6) advanced to this past Tuesday’s Andrew Sectional semifinals. To reach the regional championship, the

Eagles defeated Brother Rice 2-1 last Tuesday. Sandburg trailed the Crusaders 1-0 with less than four minutes to go when Thomas Nie was able to break through with a goal to force overtime. Minutes later, he found the back of the net again, which handed the Eagles the triumph. *** Chicago Christian was eliminated from the state tournament last Tuesday when it dropped a 2-0 verdict to Montini in a Class 1A sectional semifinal in Palos Heights. Montini managed to slow down a high-powered Knights offense led by Getenet Timmermans, who finished his Christian career with a school-record 94 goals. Knights keeper Caleb De Ruiter snagged three saves in the losing effort. *** Shepard was also eliminated from the postseason last week, as Lockport blanked it 2-0 on Wednesday in the Class 3A Bolingbrook Regional semifinals. The Astros, who finished the season at 10-8-1, managed only nine shots on goal against the Porters. *** Stagg’s 2013 season came to close in its own Class 3A regional last Tuesday, as it suffered a 2-0 loss to TF United. The Chargers closed with an 11-6 ledger. GIRLS’ SWIMMING Shepard split a pair of meets last week as it defeated CreteMonee 133-40 on Tuesday and then came up three points shy against Lemont (91-88) on Thursday in an SSC crossover. Annie Rangel touched out first in both the 100-yard freestyle (1:02.30) and 200-individual medley (2:34.05) to aid the Lady Astros in their conquest of the Lady Warriors. Mary Lippert (50free in 27.63), Christina Calderon (diving) and Grace Spindler (500free, 6:20.27) also notched wins for Shepard. Lippert was tops in the 50- and 100-frees (27.50 and 1:00.49, respectively) versus the Lady Indians, although she shared first with Rangel in the latter event. Rangel set the pace in the 200free (2:16.73) and Calderon was again the highest point producer in diving.

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Fighting to the finish Javorski-led Astros perform well in finale By Ken Karrson

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Stagg’s Leith Sadi flies over the top to take down Homewood-Flossmoor’s Vashon Nutt Friday night in Palos Hills.

The season was lost, but the cause wasn’t. That was the approach Shepard players, particularly senior Shane Javorski, took into Friday night’s season-ending contest versus Argo. Already assured of a playoff berth, the Argonauts represented the latest formidable hurdle for a struggling Astros club to clear. In other words, it very easily could have been a recipe for local disaster, assuming Shepard’s athletes merely went through the motions in anticipation of seeing the end of a forgettable 2013 campaign finally arrive. That, however, didn’t come close to happening. Instead, the Astros went to the finish fighting, doing so well enough to make a serious charge at Argo. The Argonauts ultimately prevailed 28-24 in the South Suburban Conference Red encounter, but not before Shepard demonstrated plenty of moxie. And no one did that to a greater degree than Javorski. In his final prep outing, Javorski excelled on both sides of the ball. As the Astros’ quarterback, he completed 25-of-46 passes for 255 yards and three touchdowns. Six different receivers latched onto at least two Javorski throws, including Raphael Williams (11 catches, 93 yards), Isaiah Lopez (5-36, twopoint-conversion) and EJ Rueck (3-45, two touchdowns). Emmanuel Williams also had a TD grab for Shepard (0-9, 0-6), while Kyle Dye netted two points on another conversion catch. Javorski’s offensive heroics alone would have been enough to tag him as the Astros’ star of the game, but he augmented those with a team-leading defensive dis-

play. His stats on that side of the ball included 11 solo tackles, six assists and a forced fumble. Making Javorski’s work even more notable is that it was accomplished while he was dealing with an ailing shoulder. “His shoulder was hurt the last two weeks, but he never asked to be taken out,” Shepard coach Dominic Passolano said. “That’s the type of kid he is. He’s had a rough year [at times], but we stuck with Shane all year [because] he’s a hard worker and a good kid.” Passolano, in fact, made it a point to remain loyal to all his seniors in the face of continued adversity, a decision that no doubt resulted in the Astros playing some of their best ball in the later stages of the season. The biggest problem, according to the coach, was trying to get all systems to go good at the same time. “We couldn’t mesh it,” Passolano said. “The defense did well in the beginning and the early part of the season, then they kind of hit a plateau. That’s when the offense started improving.” While Romell Robinson (five solo stops, five assists, one tackle for loss, fumble recovery), Khali Mitchell (five solos, four assists, one pass breakup), Emmanuel Williams (two solos, eight assists) and Jake Nelson (three solos, four assists, one tackle for loss, one sack, fumble recovery) joined Javorski to give Shepard’s defense several impactful individuals in the finale, the unit as a whole proved susceptible to D’Ken Jones’ ground-gaining tactics. Argo was absolutely no threat to strike through the air, but Jones made sure the visitors were volatile via the rush as he racked up 256 yards on 26 carries and tallied

on runs of 2, 43 and 65 yards. This season is the first one since 2008 that will end for the Astros after just nine weeks, but Passolano believes the situation will be a short-lived one. Nine starter return in 2014, and reinforcements will come from the current sophomore and freshman groups that “finished off strong.” “There’s not going to be so many unknowns and question marks,” Passolano said. “One part of [this year’s difficulties] was [lack of] experience, but we also learned we have to stick to what we did the past four years. Even if we don’t have somebody like [former all-area player] Londell Lee, we can still do some stuff and be in a pretty good position. “Maybe this was something we didn’t see coming, but I think a little bit of hunger sets in with the kids after a year like this. They need to [also] get that body armor and confidence from being in the weight room during the offseason, but it’s going to pay dividends if we carry that over.”

Statistics Argo Shepard Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles/lost Had intercepted Punts/avg.

Final 28 24 Argo 359 9 368 13-2 2-2 0 —

ABS (-1) 255 254 46-25 1-0 2 7-21.6

Shepard Rushing: Javorski 6-8, Dye 10, E. Williams 8-(-9). Passing: Javorski 46-25-255. Receiving: R. Williams 11-93, Lopez 5-36, Rueck 3-45, E. Williams 2-40, Dye 2-26, Nelson 2-15.

Trinity sports report

Trolls no longer perfect in CCAC volleyball By Tim Cronin

Stagg’s Austin Kelly fights for yardage Friday night versus Homewood-Flossmoor.

Chargers (Continued from page 1) stay on offense at that juncture. “If we were going to beat H-F, we had to score every possession. “They’re well-coached on offense, they know what they want to do, and they’ve got ways to hurt you inside and outside. They used their tight end to hit us on some routes down the middle.” The Vikings were ahead 21-7 at intermission, with Pilota’s 3-yard run providing the Chargers’ firsthalf TD. After H-F stretched its lead out to 28-7, Stagg responded with its aforementioned lengthy march, but it was unable to do any further damage to its guests.

Mustangs (Continued from page 1) and tailback Keyshawn Carpenter provided offensive balance with 177 rushing yards on just eight carries. One of Carpenter’s totes resulted in a 36-yard touchdown. As for Ryan, all he did was complete 10-of-15 passes for 355 yards while continuing to be a sturdy stand-in for former starter Jonathan O’Brien, who was injured in Evergreen’s Week 5 victory over Richards. “The physical abilities have never been the issue for him,” Hartman said of Ryan. “Sometimes it’s a little bit difficult to go with another quarterback, but he keeps on getting better. He’s making all the right reads and throwing the ball well.” While Evergreen’s offense understandably attracted plenty of attention for its potent performance versus Reavis, not to be ignored was the Mustangs’ prevention crew’s solid work. The Rams did tally once more on Isaiah Alpuche’s 11-yard run, but they were also victimized by five interceptions. Mike Rizzo led Evergreen’s good-hands people with a pair of pickoffs. Tim Walsh, Isaac Matthews and LaShon Johnson each swiped one Romero pass. “I think we finally started putting everything together,” said Hartman, whose squad reached the 50-point plateau and won handily for the second week in a row after engaging in a series of earlier nail-biters. “Now, it’s on to a new season and we’ll see what we can do.” If the Mustangs are able to de-

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The Chargers did make headway in one other instance, but after venturing inside the Vikings’ 30, they got backed up by a major penalty. Stagg’s threat died right after that and the differential remained 21 points. “We’re not a first-and-25 team,” Fahey said. “When we play against teams like H-F, Bolingbrook and Lincoln-Way East, we pretty much have got to be perfect all night. We’ve got to play four [good] quarters, and we weren’t able to do that.” Still, Fahey’s complaints about the season as a whole were few. Considering the Chargers were playing for their third head coach in as many seasons, the rookie boss felt his club’s achievements were especially noteworthy and,

more importantly, portended even better days ahead. “You always want to establish a winning attitude in the program, and I thought we got that going in the right direction,” Fahey said. “The next step for our program is that we’ve got to win a game we’re not supposed to. And it’s got to be against a real good team.”

feat Richmond-Burton, there’s a good chance they’ll earn a rematch with Phillips. The Wildcats lost to Evergreen in Week 2 of the regular schedule, but fell by only three points. “It’s tough to beat a team twice in the same year,” Hartman said. “For us, it’s just not going to work out any other way [if we both win this weekend].” • Marist 48, Moline 26: Touchdowns on their first four possessions got the RedHawks off and running against the Maroons Friday night, and they went on to log a lopsided nonconference victory on the road. Showing no ill effects from a three-hour bus ride to its destination, Marist (6-3) quickly smacked Moline with a trio of Jack Donegan scoring passes that went to three different targets. Nic Weishar (9 yards), Flynn Nagel (24 yards) and Ahmad Neal (28 yards) all made TD catches in the early going, and Peter Andreotti also tallied on a 22-yard run. “It was definitely a good offensive night,” RedHawks coach Pat Dunne said. “A lot of guys contributed, and we were very excited to put back-to-back [good games] together.” Marist could have been ripe for a letdown following an emotional Week 8 triumph over Benet Academy, a win that made the RedHawks playoff eligible for a sixth straight season. The combination of a long journey and struggling opponent — the Maroons were 17 entering the contest — offered the scent of trouble, but Marist refused to fall victim to it. Thanks to a RedHawks defense that held Moline without a first down during the latter’s first three possessions of the evening, the hosts never realistically posed

a threat to Marist’s welfare. Still, Dunne didn’t want his guys to relax once the hefty lead had been constructed. “The challenge is in not staying the same, but getting better,” he said. “We told our guys, ‘Let’s go out and get on ‘em quick,’ and I was excited about the energy and physical play our guys came out with and kept playing with.” JaWill Aldridge’s 5-yard dash increased the RedHawks’ edge to 34-6 by intermission, and he struck again during the second half with a 19-yard scoring run. In between Aldridge’s touchdowns, Barrett Callaghan supplied one with his 3-yard blast. Although Marist enters the Class 8A playoffs with only a half-dozen wins, it received a firstround home game. The RedHawks host Plainfield South Friday night in Mount Greenwood. “A couple years ago, we were [also] 6-3 and hosted,” Dunne said. “A lot of it has to do with playoff points, and I think the tough schedule [we played] worked in our favor.” Marist will enter the postseason with some definite momentum in hand, but Dunne isn’t counting on that making much of a difference.

Statistics Homewood-Flossmoor Stagg

Final 42 14

Scoring AAS — Adam Pilota, 3-yd. run (Athanasios Makris kick) AAS — Tyler Mackessy, 5-yd. pass from Pilota (Makris kick)

“The last two weeks, I’m very proud of what we’ve done,” he said. “But no one cares [now about] what you did before.”

Statistics Evergreen Park Reavis

Final 50 13

Marist Moline

Final 48 26

“You hate to give one away,” Trinity Christian College volleyball coach Bill Schepel said in the wake of the Trolls’ loss to Cardinal Stritch University. The defeat was Trinity’s first in Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference play. Coupled with victories over Judson University and Illinois Institute of Technology in last weekend’s CCAC Crossover Tournament at Purdue-North Central, the loss left the Trolls 14-1 in league play and 30-7 overall entering this past Tuesday’s match at league doormat Purdue University Calumet. The idea now is to rebuild momentum going into the playoffs, which are right around the corner. Trinity hosts Indiana UniversitySouth Bend (12-4) tonight and the University of St. Francis (13-2) next Thursday. The two South Division rivals are enjoying good seasons, and the Fighting Saints, in particular, are a threat to the Trolls’ quest to capture the South title outright, to say nothing of the overall league banner. All of that is because Stritch (12-2), the leader in the North by a comfortable margin, rose to the occasion on Friday to deal Trinity a 25-19, 24-26, 25-17, 2521 defeat. “They’re better than they were in the past [and] tall in the middle,” Schepel said of the Wolves. “And we had a bad night.” Just bad enough at the most inopportune times to shift the balance to Stritch. The first key moment came in the third set. It was 10-10 when the Wolves, led by outside hitter Monique Morris, reeled off six straight points to take a commanding lead, which got expanded to eight by the time the set was clinched. The second pivotal moment, in the fourth game, was a repeat of the first. It was 15-15, Stritch won four straight points, and while the Trolls closed within two in the late going, a pair of kills — the Wolves led that statistic 62-48 — completed the victory. The outcome can be considered something of an aberration, given Trinity’s dominance all season. The Trolls lead all CCAC squads in hitting percentage and assists, are a close second to USF in kills, and are third in blocks. The duo of Jessica Wiltjer (.365) and Kirsten Harms (.359) ranked 1-2 in hitting percentage going into the weekend’s adventures, and Erynn Schuh was the league’s assist leader. Schuh’s per-match average of 10.06 put her well ahead of runner-up Myranda Cate (8.09) of Robert Morris University. If anything, this will give Schepel license to keep his athletes focused. “Indiana-South Bend and St. Francis are having very good seasons,” Schepel said. “Both teams are dangerous. We need to be ready. Our two-match cushion [in the South] is gone.” Trinity opened the crossover tourney by knocking off Judson in

straight sets (25-12, 25-21, 25-21) and finished by overpowering IIT (25-9, 25-16, 25-18) in a nonconference affair. The Trolls opened last week with a three-set trouncing of Calumet College of St. Joseph (25-14, 25-17, 26-24), in which the visitors challenged only in final game. *** • Record: 30-7 overall, 14-1 CCAC, 8-0 home, 7-1 away, 15-6 neutral. Leaders: Kaitlin Feddema 358 kills; Erynn Schuh 44 aces; Ellie Raebel 458 digs; Jessica Wiltjer 137 blocks. • Schedule: Today, vs. Indiana University-South Bend, 7 p.m.; Nov. 7, vs. University of St. Francis, 7 p.m.; Nov. 12, CCAC Playoffs TBA. CROSS COUNTRY Andy Reidsma set a school record with an 8K time of 25 minutes, 01.05 seconds in Saturday’s Great Lakes Challenge in Grand Rapids, Mich. Reidsma, a junior from Michigan, made himself feel right at home at Riverside Park by running faster than any Troll ever had at that distance and finishing sixth overall in a 387-competitor field. That effort helped Trinity place 13th among 37 schools. Anna Bos led the Trolls women and was the 33rd runner down the chute in 18:53.94. Jessica Disselkoen covered the 5K course in a season-best 19:19.33 to become Trinity’s second-highest finisher in a 363-runner field. With Bos and Disselkoen leading the way, Trinity occupied the No. 14 position in the women’s team standings. *** • Men’s top times (8K): Andy Reidsma, 25:01.05, Oct. 26; Michael Potter, 26:28.8, Sept. 13; Tyrell Natewa, 26:39.7, Sept. 13; Cody Velthuizen, 26:40.88, Oct. 26; Chris Koutavas, 27:00.98, Sept. 6; Joshua Whitten, 29:00.17, Oct. 26; Mark Bohdan, 29:22.75, Oct. 26. • Women’s top times (5K/6K): Anna Bos, 18:53.94, Oct. 26; 24:04.5, Oct. 5; Jessica Disselkoen, 19:19.33, Oct. 26; 24:10.1, Oct. 5; Ashley Jourdan, 19:28.96, Oct. 26; 25:08.3, Oct. 5; Hannah Schwab, 19:44.7, Sept. 13; Justin VanDyk, 20:29.1, Sept. 13; 26:08.1, Oct. 5. • Schedule: Nov. 9, CCAC Championship, Sunset Hills Farm, Valparaiso, Ind., 11 a.m. WOMEN’S SOCCER Good things are coming in threes for the Trolls. For the third straight match, Trinity scored three times. That pushed its winning streak to four, its overall record to 12-2-2 and its CCAC mark to 7-1-1 going into the final two matches of the regular season. In short, the Trolls are primed for the playoffs. They have two solid goal scorers in Rachael Webb (15) and Kayla Diemer (12), with Webb the assist leader (seven) as well. Trinity also has a solid goalkeeper in Becky Gold, who collected her sixth shutout of the season and the Trolls’ seventh

of the year, on Saturday. And the locals boast a defense that has allowed only 95 shots on goal, and just 203 shots overall, in 16 matches. Last week’s 2-0 mark included a 3-1 victory over Calumet College and a 3-0 blanking of Holy Cross in Notre Dame, Ind. The latter contest was an exercise in complete domination, with Trinity unleashing 36 shots — 18 of which were on goal — while allowing Holy Cross to take only two. One of those was on target, and Gold was there for it. Otherwise, she had long stretches where she could have been reading a book while waiting for the action to come to her half of the field. The Trolls kept it on the other end. Cassidy Bosselaar scored in the 15th minute, then Webb banged home her 14th and 15th goals of the season in the last five minutes of the match to give the score a closer connection to the lopsidedness of the play. Earlier in the week, Trinity had to come from behind to beat Calumet College. Webb evened the score in the ninth minute, Katie Linehan headed in Bekah Gonzales’ set-piece corner for the lead in the 51st minute, and Diemer scored via Busselaar’s setup in the 67th minute for the final goal of the 3-1 match. The Trolls trail only Robert Morris (8-0) heading into the final week of league play. If form holds, they’ll be the top two seeds in the playoffs, which start Nov. 9. *** • Record: 12-2-2 overall, 7-1-1 CCAC, 7-1-1 home, 5-1-1 away, 0-0 neutral. Leaders: Goals: Rachael Webb 15 goals, 7 assists, 37 points; Becky Gold 0.86 goalsagainst average, .857 save percentage (72 saves, 12 goals against, 6 shutouts). • Schedule: Saturday, vs. Judson University, noon; Nov. 9, CCAC Playoffs TBA. MEN’S SOCCER A pair of defeats stretched the Trolls’ losing streak to three and gave them eight in their last 10 matches, all but one of which came against CCAC competition. Both of last week’s setbacks were by 2-1 scores, administered by Calumet College and Holy Cross. In both cases, Trinity led at the half, only to falter down the stretch. Against Calumet College, that happened with 9:18 remaining. That’s when the Crimson Wave’s Joshua Crague took a feed from Matt Plawecki and beat Trolls keeper Gabe Fennema from the short left wing for the game-winner. The Calumet rally began when its netminder, Fernando Perez, stopped Mauricio Salgado on a penalty kick. That would have given Trinity a 2-0 lead — Jesus Arciga had opened the scoring at 4:47 — but instead Perez’s big stop gave the Crimson Wave both hope and momentum. Less than three minutes after that save, Crague fed Joseph Bax, who drilled a shot from the right (Continued on page 6)

Section 2 Thursday, October 31, 2013

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SXU sports summary

Cougars to honor Hallberg

Bob Hallberg

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Sandburg players Matt Taylor, Mike Saylors and Peter Rodriguez celebrate a fumble recovery made against Bolingbrook Friday night in Orland Park.

Eagles (Continued from page 1) somebody different, but this is a game where we don’t feel too bad about our rematch. “We didn’t feel we represented ourselves very well the last time. The kids played hard this year, and we’re going to go at it with the idea that we’re getting a second chance.” The Eagles weren’t without their chances to make Bolingbrook uncomfortable. Sandburg’s offense was able to gain some yardage before Langowski exited, and it also flexed a bit of defensive muscle. The Raiders did score twice in the opening half, but they could have shoved the hosts into a much deeper hole. Bolingbrook missed a field goal and committed turnovers in Eagles territory on two other occasions. The visitors’ six-pointers came on Woods’ 12-yard run and a 38yard Dan Greer-to-Parrker Westphal aerial collaboration. “I know everybody talks about their defense, but their offense is pretty special, too,” Wierzal said of the Raiders. “Woods is a very special athlete and I think they run the offense very patiently. They run the option and don’t pass a lot; when they do throw, they do it effectively. “Playing for field position was kind of what we were hoping for, and we did move the ball pretty good [early on]. We started thinking maybe we can play defense with them. The [halftime] score was 14-0, but they had only one good drive.” That was the 80-yard, nine-play journey that was culminated by Woods’ TD sprint. Westphal’s touchdown followed his punt return to Sandburg’s 45. Bolingbrook misfired on another field-goal try in the third quarter after Louis Paleothodoros’ third-down sack knocked the Raiders 10 yards backwards. But Woods then administered a critical blow when he raced 19 yards for a score right after the Eagles coughed up the football. “We can’t do that,” Wierzal said, referring to the miscue. “It’s scary how quick it happened. They’re very good, no question about it.” Sandburg repelled Bolingbrook once more after it ventured to the Eagles’ 21 as linebacker Graham Hevel made a fourth-down stop. Hevel, who recovered the Raid-

Trinity (Continued from page 5) wing that got past Fennema and tied the match. About 15 minutes later, Crague finished off the Trolls. Saturday’s match at Holy Cross was more of the same. Salgado collected his fifth goal of the season on a carom off a defender with 44 seconds left in the first half, but the advantage lasted less than 10 minutes before Troy Padgett beat Fennema for the first of his two goals. Padgett, who had only two goals all season entering the match, doubled his season total with 3:20 left in regulation on a close-in shot after accepting Garbhan Grant’s pass. Holy Cross pushed the attack all match — 24 shots, seven

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Sandburg quarterback Julian Gutierrez, who wound up leaving the game later because of an injury, sets up to throw a pass Friday night versus Bolingbrook. ers’ first-half fumble, ended the evening with 11 solo tackles and four assisted ones. Paleothodoros (seven solos, forced fumble), Dan Trentacoste (six solos, two assists, interception), Mike Howard (five solos, one assist), Mike Saylors (four solos, two assists), Matt Taylor (four solos, two assists), Alante Walker (four solos, one assist) and Shawn McHale (four solos) were other notable defensive figures for Sandburg. Following Hevel’s series-ending tackle, the Eagles went in the other direction and finally broke through on Zac Zavon’s 30-yard touchdown throw to Rasheed Carney. “We were still in it with them,” Wierzal said. “At 7:50 to go, we still felt like we had a chance [to win].” That sensation subsided after a long pass completion set the Raiders up for their fourth TD, which Mike Valentine supplied on a 3-yard run. Bolingbrook then recovered its own wind-blown kickoff and tacked on one more score as Woods took off on a 32yard dash. The Raiders outgained Sandburg 322-60 overall. The Eagles’ meager output — Wierzal called it the lowest he could remember — translated into only four first corner kicks and 16 offsides calls offered evidence of that — and Padgett, who took five of those shots, made the difference. After this past Wednesday’s match at league-leading Cardinal Stritch (7-1-2), the Trolls have one match remaining, against Judson. *** • Record: 5-10-1 overall, 27 CCAC, 3-5 home, 2-5-1 away, 0-0 neutral. Leaders: Mauricio Salgado 5 goals, 12 points; Emmanuel Yanquaye, Richie Carillo 3 assists each; Rick Fawkes 1.71 goals-against average, .769 save percentage; Save (20 saves, 6 goals against, 1 shutout). • Schedule: Saturday, vs. Judson University, 2:30 p.m. BASKETBALL Both the men’s and women’s 2013-14 seasons tip off this Friday,

downs for the hosts.

Statistics Bolingbrook Sandburg First downs Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles/lost Had intercepted Penalties/yds. Punts/avg.

6 8 0 0

7 14 - 35 0 6 - 6

BB CS 15 4 221 14 101 46 322 60 9-6 16-4 3-1 3-2 1 1 5-40 2-10 4-22.3 10-31.2

Scoring BB — Quincy Woods, 12-yd. run (kick failed) BB — Parrker Westphal, 38-yd. pass from Dan Greer (Jaden Huff, pass from Greer) BB — Woods, 19-yd. run (Alan Klein kick) CS — Rasheed Carney, 30-yd. pass from Zac Zavon (kick failed) BB — Mike Valentine, 3-yd. run (Klein kick) BB — Woods, 32-yd. run (Klein kick) Sandburg Rushing: Langowski 10-23, Robley 5-4, Trentacoste 1-2, Gutierrez 8-(-15). Passing: Zavon 2-1-30, Gutierrez 14-3-26. Receiving: Carney 1-30, Johnson 1-13, Valiga 1-8, Robley 1-5.

with the men at home against Indiana-Kokomo and the women on the road at Indiana-Northwest. The men’s team, coached by Brandon Nicol, was 11-21 last season, 10-14 in CCAC play, while the women’s squad went 3-28 and 2-20 in its inaugural campaign under the guidance of coach Reggie Chapple. *** • Men’s schedule: Friday, vs. Indiana-Kokomo, 7 p.m.; Nov. 8, at Northwestern College, 8 p.m.; Nov. 9, vs. Dordt, at Northwestern College, 2:30 p.m.; Nov. 12, at Huntington, 6 p.m. CT. • Women’s schedule: Friday, at Indiana-Northwest, 6 p.m.; Saturday, at Grace, noon CT; Tuesday, vs. St. Ambrose, 6 p.m.; Nov. 8, at Indiana Wesleyan, 5 p.m. CT; Nov. 9, TBA at Indiana Wesleyan Tournament.

On the edge...and right on target! Straight talk from Bartosh in Sports Southwest

The 2013-14 women’s basketball season hasn’t even begun, but already St. Xavier University is receiving an honor. Specifically, it’s longtime Cougars coach Bob Hallberg being feted. At a special dedication ceremony scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 13, Hallberg will be recognized for his full body of work at SXU when the school officially renames the Shannon Center’s basketball floor “Bob Hallberg Court.” The ceremony will precede that night’s 7 p.m. game between the Cougars and Trinity International University. Hallberg, who has also served as SXU’s athletics director since 2001, is best known for leading the school’s women’s basketball program since its inception in 1999. However, he was also at the university in the early 1970s, when he coached the men’s team and had an earlier six-year stint as AD. Hallberg’s men’s basketball squads won 127 games and captured two conference titles, but his women’s teams have eclipsed those numbers. The female Cougars reached 100 victories in just four years, have won at least 20 games in every year of the program’s existence and qualified for the NAIA national tournament in each of the past 11 seasons. SXU’s overall winning percentage under Hallberg is .764 (327-101). Prior to his return to SXU, Hallberg coached the men’s basketball teams at Chicago State University and the University of IllinoisChicago to some of their greatest successes. He’ll enter 2013-14 with 905 career triumphs at all levels of competition, including high school. Hallberg, an Oak Lawn resident, was inducted into the Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame in September 2012. MEN’S CROSS COUNTRY Brian Corcoran, who was named the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference Men’s Cross Country Runner of the Week following his 12th-place finish at the NAIA Pre-Nationals Invitational on Oct. 12 in Lawrence, Kan., continued to excel at last Saturday’s Great Lakes Invitational. Competing with 386 other runners at Riverside Park in Grand Rapids, Mich., the senior posted a time of 25 minutes, 10.71 seconds for 8K, which was good enough to land him in the No. 8 position individually. Corcoran, who was seventh for team scoring purposes, was less than 25 seconds behind meet winner Mizael Carrera of Robert Morris University. The CCAC was also a big influence in the team standings, as defending national champion University of St. Francis (66 points) and Olivet Nazarene University (69) ran 1-2 in a field of 37 complete squads. SXU (147 points) took fifth. All four of the Cougars’ remaining scorers finished in the top 50. Sophomore Eric Hancock was the second SXU athlete down the chute, as he placed 18th in 25:39.85. Seniors Chris Shellenberger (36th in 26:04.53), Brian Meyer (43rd, 26:09.98) and Chris Sarna (50th, 26:17.38) rounded

Vikings (Continued from page 1) also missed out on padding its total in the third period when a touchdown got expunged by a penalty. Kelly, who completed 25-of-48 passes for 293 yards, did strike paydirt once in the second half as he crossed the goal line on a 2-yard keeper. His toss to Pete Kopacz gave St. Laurence two more points on a conversion. Kopacz, Miller and Sterna combined to catch 20 of Kelly’s aerials and gain 214 yards between them. Miller also paced the rushing attack with 50 yards on 19 carries. Although the Vikings didn’t have enough in the tank to overtake the Friars, Blackmon appreciated his athletes’ refusal to cave in at the first sign of adversity. “That’s one thing we’ve been better at: staying mentally attuned and not displaying that old attitude of defeat,” he said. “We had solid senior leadership and we improved in terms of mental toughness. Guys

out the Cougars’ list of point producers. Also representing SXU at the Aquinas College-hosted event were senior Shane Kenney (58th, 26:28.33) and freshman Abel Hernandez (77th, 26:41.51). Next up for the Cougars is the CCAC meet on Nov. 9 at Sunset Hills Farm in Valparaiso, Ind. WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY Junior Leslie Rosario’s 77thplace showing topped the Cougars at last Saturday’s Great Lakes Invitational in Grand Rapids. Rosario completed the 5K race in 19:27.76 and was 70th in regard to team scoring. SXU totaled 465 points and finished 16th among 33 full squads. Jordan Wallace wound up four spots behind Rosario in 81st place after clocking a 19:33.35, but no other Cougar could crack the top 100. Anna Galvez was 98th scoring-wise, but occupied the 120th position overall after covering the distance in 20:01.37. SXU’s other scorers were Nicole Watkins (132nd in 20:07.53) and Dana Martin (151st, 20:20.32). Ann Kolker (70th, 20:35.68) and Mercedes Mancha (202, 20:53.39) also ran for the Cougars, while Ali Proffitt (204th, 20:56.97) and Courtney Correa (306th, 23:24.82) competed as unattached runners. Like the men, SXU’s women will take part in the CCAC meet on Nov. 9 in Valparaiso, Ind. MEN’S SOCCER A tie is supposed to be akin to kissing one’s sister. Without this particular standoff, though, the Cougars might have had to kiss their conference-title hopes goodbye. Last Tuesday night’s 1-1 double-overtime draw between SXU and Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee meant the latter couldn’t add on to its slim lead in the CCAC. The season’s first tie kept the Cougars (6-7-1, 6-2-1) firmly bound to their contender status as they remained within one of the league-leading Wolves (6-1-2) in the standings. Olivet Nazarene (6-2-0) also is engaged in the CCAC championship hunt. Junior defender Rene Leon supplied SXU’s lone goal against Stritch in the 71st minute after a ball rebounded off Wolves keeper Jim Jones. Leon’s tally countered one by Stritch sophomore midfielder Ignacio Baeza, who notched an unassisted marker 10 minutes before that. Baeza’s shot was the only one Cougars netminder Kyle Held couldn’t stop in a six-save performance at the Uihlein Soccer Complex. SXU and the Wolves then played to a scoreless stalemate through 20 more minutes of regulation, plus a pair of 10minute overtime periods. Both teams put two shots on target during the second extra session. The Cougars met Illinois Institute of Technology in a nonconference encounter this past Wednesday at Stuart Field in Chicago. Matches versus Roosevelt and Robert Morris universities still remain on SXU’s conference docket. *** Junior midfielder Brandon Simoes was named the CCAC Men’s Soccer Offensive Player of the Week for the week ending Oct. 19. The honor, the second awarded to a Cougar this season, came after Simoes accounted for four of SXU’s five goals over a twomatch span. The output doubled Simoes’ goal production for the year, and he has also dished out four assists thus far for a total of 20 points. The Cougars beat Calumet College of St. Joseph 2-1 on Simoes’ match-winning tally, then rode his hat trick to a 3-1 decision over Trinity Christian College. The twin wins gave SXU five in a six-

match stretch and kept it firmly in the CCAC title race. The Cougars’ other award recipient this fall was sophomore forward Marco Gutierrez, who was chosen as the CCAC’s top offensive performer two weeks before Simoes. WOMEN’S SOCCER Another scoring drought by the Cougars ruined a strong goaltending effort from junior Danielle Koncius (Stagg), as Cardinal Stritch squeezed past SXU 1-0 in a CCAC match last Tuesday in Milwaukee. Koncius turned aside six Wolves shots, with only sophomore midfielder Jordan Lott able to solve her in the 42nd minute. Freshman midfielder Anna Stadler assisted on the scoring play. The shutout was the fourth suffered by the Cougars (4-10-1, 2-7) during the month of October. Interestingly, SXU outshot Stritch here and forced the Wolves’ keeper to make eight saves. The Cougars unleashed a total of 14 shots. SXU returned to action this past Tuesday against Illinois Institute of Technology at Stuart Field in Chicago. VOLLEYBALL More hitting errors (29) than kills (19) spelled disaster for the Cougars last Tuesday night in Milwaukee, as they dropped a 25-13, 25-13, 25-17 CCAC verdict to host Cardinal Stritch. Sophomore right-side hitter Megan Falsey put down seven of SXU’s kills, while sophomore middle blocker Heidi Gregerson registered four total blocks, including two solos. Also contributing for the Cougars were junior outside hitter Jessica Galotta (eight digs), junior setter Kelli Shaffer (14 assists, seven digs, three kills, two service aces) and junior libero Dominique Aramburu (seven digs). *** Gregerson’s total of 27 kills and 10 blocks — the latter of which included four solo efforts — helped the Cougars earn a two-match split on Friday, the first day of the CCAC Crossover Tournament in Arlington Heights. Robert Morris University was the designated host for the event. SXU’s victory came against Calumet College of St. Joseph in its second match. The 25-22, 22-25, 15-25, 25-21, 15-11 final featured Gregerson putting down 13 kills and junior middle hitter Marie Hackert complementing her effort with a dozen more. Other statistical notables for the Cougars in the win were Galotta (seven kills, 12 digs, two service aces), Shaffer (33 assists, four kills, six digs) and Aramburu (13 digs). The University of St. Francis prevailed over SXU 20-25, 25-19, 25-20, 25-23 in the day’s opening encounter. Gregerson’s 14 kills topped the Cougars, and she also registered five blocks, two of them solos. Hackert added 11 kills and a solo block, while Falsey gave SXU a third individual with doubledigit kills by recording 10. Shaffer (38 assists, 10 digs, two aces) and Aramburu (19 digs, three aces) also made their presences felt on the Cougars’ behalf. *** SXU ended its stay in the twoday CCAC Crossover Tournament by falling 25-21, 25-17, 25-20 to Indiana University-South Bend on Saturday. Gregerson and Falsey both delivered 10 kills for the Cougars (12-13, 5-8) in the loss, while Hackert chipped in five kills and three total blocks. Also heard from were Shaffer (27 assists, eight digs, two kills), Armaburu (17 digs), Galotta (four kills, 11 digs) and freshman defensive specialist Erica Harris (10 digs). The Cougars resumed conference play this past Tuesday, when they hosted Trinity International University.

are getting a lot more comfortable in our system and we have a good group of guys across the board.” One group that particularly prospered this fall was St. Laurence’s freshmen, who brought a Catholic League White title back to Burbank. With success enjoyed at the lower levels, Blackmon believes a foundation is in place for the near future. And in spite of falling short of entry into the Class 7A tournament, the varsity program also laid some positive groundwork. “Our goal is to just get better,” Blackmon said, “and we’ll use this year as a springboard going into next year.” While the second-year leader didn’t directly criticize the league hierarchy for St. Laurence’s absence from the Catholic League playoffs, he believes the Vikings would have definitely benefited from an invitation. “We need every single day of [extra] practice we can get,” Blackmon said.

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Statistics St. Laurence

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First downs Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles/lost Had intercepted Penalties/yds. Punts/avg.

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SL 17 44 293 337 49-25 4-3 3 1-8 3-26.7

FW 15 208 89 297 14-6 4-3 0 6-60 5-26.2

Scoring FW — Robert Spillane, 1-yd. pass from Gino Cavalieri (Michael Cahill kick) SL — Mike Sterna, 4-yd. pass from Bob Kelly (kick failed) FW — Spillane, 60-yd. run (Cahill kick) FW — Spillane, 3-yd. run (Cahill kick) FW — Michael Hanrahan, 12-yd. pass from Cavalieri (Cahill kick) SL — Kelly, 2-yd. run (Pete Kopacz, pass from Kelly) St. Laurence Rushing: Miller 19-50, Gonzales 2-11, Kelly 5-(-17). Passing: Kelly 48-25-293, Sterna 1-0-0. Receiving: Sterna 7-67, Miller 7-52, Kopacz 6-95, Kolniak 3-55, Gamboa 2-24.

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Thursday, October 31, 2013 Section 2

Community sports news Marist athletes chosen for All-ESCC teams

Several Marist student-athletes were among the individuals chosen for All-East Suburban Catholic Conference recognition in their respective fall sports. Foremost among the group was volleyball player Carolyn Yerkes, who was named the conference’s Player of the Year. Joining the senior libero on the All-ESCC squad were senior setter Molly Mayo, senior outside hitter Meg Ryan and junior right-side hitter Lizzie Zaleski. Honored as ESCC Coach of the Year was first-year Lady RedHawls leader Julie PoppHopkins, who guided her team to an unbeaten conference record. Also grabbing Coach of the Year honors was Marist soccer boss Sean Maxwell. RedHawks players tabbed for the All-ESCC soccer team were senior midfielders Eddie Cunningham and Brendan McHugh, senior forward Brian Greenfield and senior defender Joe Panella. Among the eight Marist football players picked as all-conference performers was senior receiver Nic Weishar, who garnered the Most Valuable Offensive Player designation. Junior wide receiver Flynn Nagel also made the AllESCC team, as did senior running back Peter Andreotti, senior quarterback Jack Donegan, senior defensive back Ryan Mishka, senior linemen Marcus Pitts and Mitch Schleyer, and senior punter Ryan Tucker.

Palos ‘Super Seniors’ fare well in tennis event

Six area women represented Illinois at the United States Tennis Association’s “Super Senior” playoffs earlier this month in Indianapolis. Orland Park resident Diana Tarandy, Peggy Barber, Diane Peterson, Yori Vojta, Zagorka James and Darlene Kres comprised the Illinois team, which competed against eight other qualifying teams hailing from Wisconsin, Ohio, Michigan and Indiana. Competition was held in first-, second- and third-doubles. The Illinois women placed fourth overall, but missed out on playing for the top spot by just one set. They dropped a tiebreaker in the third-place match.

Michael Monahan managed to get in a recent round that resulted in him notching a hole-in-one. Monahan recorded his ace on the 130-yard seventh hole of Silver Lake’s South course. The ball landed about 1 foot shy of the hole and rolled into the cup, as Monahan’s playing partners, Dan Rueckhen of Orland Park and Jake Mitchell of Joliet, witnessed the feat.

Palos father-son team catches biggest musky

The Palos Heights father-son team of Mark and Adam Follenweider emerged as the overall winner of the Ranger Boats PMTT World Championship Musky Tournament, which was held on Lake St. Claire in Michigan. The event brought together 35 teams and featured the Follenweiders catching three fish over two days, the biggest of which measured out at 43.50 inches. They also caught a 39-inch fish on the first day, then reeled in a 37-incher on Day 2. The Follenweiders’ point total of 189 put them 16 ahead of their nearest competitors. The two concrete contractors used Shadzilla soft-bodied baits in long weed beds that were in 6-to-10 inches of water and close to marinas to entice the fish. The Follenweiders pre-fished for two days before the tournament and connected on a musky, which prompted them to continue working that same area. For winning the championship, the Follenweiders received prizes valued at more than $40,000.

velopment. Separate leagues will be formed for boys and girls, and play will be conducted in a total of four different age groups. Volunteer coaches are also needed and must be registered before Nov. 22. Player evaluations will be held Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. For more information, call 6713760.

Illinois Hoopla to hold winter-season tryouts

Illinois Hoopla will hold tryouts Nov. 4 and 6 at Orland Junior High School for its 2013-14 winter season. Each session will run from 79 p.m. The tryouts are open to youngsters in grades 3-8. For more information, contact Rick Palmer at 460-6513 or Hooplamr@gmail.com, or visit www.illinoishoopla.com.

Locals help Lightning win fall softball tournament

With contributions from a few local players, the New Lenox The “Super Seniors” took fourth in an eight-team tennis event in Indianapolis. Lightning 16U softball team won the Orland Autumn Blast Tournament and, with it, a bid to the American Softball Association nationals. Evergreen Park’s Kayla Izzo and Alison Alberts, Oak Lawn’s Lizzie Annerino and Orland Park’s Mikaela Arredondo were among the members of the 13player Lightning roster.

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Oak Lawn High School to host baseball camp in January

Oak Lawn High School will host a six-week baseball camp, in conjunction with U.S. Baseball Champions crowned Academy, starting Jan. 5, 2014. Former Spartans varsity coach in Palos AYSO Soccer Four champions were crowned Brian Clifton will direct the proas Palos AYSO Soccer completed gram, which has classes available for players in grades 1-12. Sessions its 2013 season last weekend. Earning titles were Midnight will be offered in advanced hitting, Thunder in the Under-8 division, pitching, catching, fielding and basWhite Fury in U-10, Frostbite in erunning, but space is limited. Registration is currently underU-12 and Icy Hot in U-14. way. For more information, visit www.USBaseballAcademy.com or Palos Park to host call 1-866-622-4487.

winter basketball league

Palos Park, in conjunction with the Palos Heights Recreation Southside Shooters Department and Worth Park to hold tryouts District, will host a winter bas- The Southside Shooters Girls’ ketball league for youngsters in Basketball Club will conduct trygrades 1-8 that will play games outs on Nov. 5 and Nov. 7 at Stagg each Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. High School. beginning Jan. 18 and running Each session will run from 6:30Palos Heights man 8 p.m. For more information, call through March 15. sinks hole-in-one Each child will have one practice Gary Ferguson at (630) 935-1150 The golf season is winding and one game per week, with an or visit the website at www.shootdown, but Palos Heights resident emphasis being placed on skills de- ersbball.com.

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The New Lenox Lightning 16U softball team, which features a few area players on its roster, won a recent fall tournament in Orland Park.

District 218 to host Bulls youth camps

District 218 will host Chicago Bulls FUNdamentals youth basketball camps for ages 5-14 on Nov. 2, 9 and 16. The camps will be held at the

administrative center, 10701 S. Kilpatrick Ave., in Oak Lawn, and divided into two age groups. Ages 5-8 will meet from 9-10 a.m., while ages 9-14 will go from 1011:30 a.m. The cost is $60 for kids under age 8, $75 for older individuals,

and includes a camp T-shirt and replica-autographed photo of Bulls star Derrick Rose. Registration is being accepted online at www.bullssoxacademy.com. Additional details can also be found on that same website.

Palos AYSO Soccer crowns four fall champions

U8 T8 - Midnight Thunder

U10 T6 - White Fury

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U12 T2 - Frostbite

U14 T6 - Icy Hot

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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 FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � LELA DEMETER; WESTGATE VALLEY ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 11 CH 39841 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on August 23, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, November 26, 2013, 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. 24-31-214-045-0000. Commonly known as 414 SHADOW CREEK DRIVE, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463. 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 1124744. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I567491

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � ANTHONY S. MAJEWSKI; JENNIFER L. MAJEWSKI A K A � JENNIFER SKALA-MAJEWSKI; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 11 CH 38276 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 25, 2012, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, November 25, 2013, 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. 27-27-105-040-0000. Commonly known as 16758 Haven Avenue, Orland Hills, IL 60487. 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 1123787. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I567451

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC P l a i n t i f f , � v . � THOMAS SIEMECK A/K/A THOMAS R SIEMECK, JOSETTE SIEMECK, BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A. F/K/A HARRIS N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS D e f e n d a n t s � 12 CH 33849 7900 WEST 92ND STREET HICKORY HILLS, IL 6 0 4 5 7 � NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 23, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 26, 2013, at the 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 7900 WEST 92ND STREET, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-01-306-020-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home with a detached 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. 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 PA1208385. 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. PA1208385 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 33849 TJSC#: 33-18946 I566671

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�� For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Cook County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � Jessica Wojtysiak; The Hills Homeowners Association; The Hills of Palos Condominium Association; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants D e f e n d a n t s , � 12 CH 34350 Sheriff's # 130744 F12080312 CHOH Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on November 26, 2013, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Common Address: 3 Cinnamon Creek Drive Unit 32S and G1-D-15 and P-1-9-15, Palos Hills, 60465 P.I.N: 23-10-200-015-1015; 23-10-200-015-1041 Improvements: This property consists of a Residential Condominium Unit with parking space. Sale shall be under the following terms: payment of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the successful and highest bid to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier's check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier's check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale. Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special a s s e s s m e n t s . � Premise will NOT be open for inspection. The purchaser of a condominium unit, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments as required by 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1) Firm Information: Plaintiff's Attorney FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC Anthony Porto 1807 W. DIEHL., Ste 333 Naperville, IL 60566-7228 forecl o s u r e n o t i c e @ f a l - i l l i n o i s . c o m � 866-402-8661 fax 630-428-4620 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I563985

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 . � ELIZABETH PACURA; STONY CREEK CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, D e f e n d a n t s � 10 CH 25926 Property Address: 6 WEST STONEBRIDGE COURT UNIT A PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE C O N D O M I N I U M � Fisher and Shapiro file # 10-036585 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure s a l e s . ) � PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on April 22, 2013, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on November 18, 2013, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 6 West Stonebridge Court, Unit A, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Permanent Index No.: 23-14-400-071-1055 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). The judgment amount was $ 244,902.07. Sale terms for non-parties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information and to view auction rules at w w w . k a l l e n r s . c o m . � For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I560239

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N , � P l a i n t i f f � V . � EIAD Z. MATARIYEH A/K/A EIAD MATARIYEH; HUSSAM ALKHATIB A/K/A HUSSAM A. ALKHATIB; FIA CARD SERVICES, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION F/K/A MBNA AMERICA BANK, N.A.; MARTA M. A L K H A T I B , � D e f e n d a n t s � 13 CH 1291 Property Address: 8327 WEST 105TH STREET PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 12-064873 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure s a l e s . ) � PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on August 26, 2013, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on December 2, 2013, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 8327 West 105th Street, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Permanent Index No.: 23-14-203-001-0000; 2 3 - 1 4 - 2 0 3 - 0 0 2 - 0 0 0 0 � The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $319,115.71. Sale terms for non-parties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information and to view auction rules at w w w . k a l l e n r s . c o m . � For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I562164

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For Notice Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2004-FF4, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-FF4 Plaintiff, -v.SAWSON HADDAD A/K/A SAWSON R. HADDAD, RAJAEI HADDAD A/K/A RAJAEI J. HADDAD A/K/A RAY HADDAD, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 1ST DAY OF APRIL, 1999 A/K/A TRUST NO. 1107004, INLAND BANK AND TRUST, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC, INTEGRA BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, STATE OF ILLINOIS, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 1ST DAY OF APRIL, 1999 A/K/A TRUST NO. 1107004, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 028055 17128 POINTE DRIVE ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 15, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 7, 2013, at the 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 17128 POINTE DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-29-313-003. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for 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. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-18640. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-11-18640 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 028055 TJSC#: 33-21935 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. I566268

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIBANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR BEAR STEARNS ALT-A TRUST 2006-7 Plaintiff, v s . � IWONA SZOSTEK AKA IWONA F SZOSTEK AKA I W O N A � FELICIJA SZOSTEK AKA SZOZTEK IWONA; PNC B A N K , � N.A. S/B/M TO NATIONAL CITY BANK S/B/M TO MIDAMERICA BANK, FSB; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 31534 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on August 22, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, November 26, 2013, 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. 23-12-103-026-0000. Commonly known as 7836 WEST 98TH STREET, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457. 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 1211069. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I567496

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N � HOMESTAR BANK AND FINANCIAL SERVICES, P l a i n t i f f , � v . � PAULA MATWICHUK N/K/A PAULA KWAINS A/K/A PAULA A. KWAINS A/K/A PAULA A. M A T W I C H U K , � EAGLE RIDGE CONDOMINUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD C L A I M A N T S � D e f e n d a n t s � 12 CH 29922 17929 ALASKA CT., UNIT 12 Orland Park, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 22, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 20, 2013, at the 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 17929 ALASKA CT., UNIT 12, Orland Park, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-32-301-016-1012. The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $134,630.13. 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. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 372-2020. Please refer to file number 12-3554. 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. HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No. 12-3554 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 12 CH 29922 TJSC#: 33-22987 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. I568484

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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 NORTHERN TRUST BANK COMPANY, P l a i n t i f f � V . � JOSEPH R. REESE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, D e f e n d a n t s � 10 CH 4901 Property Address: 8401 SOUTH 83RD COURT HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 10-033639 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure s a l e s . ) � PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on August 26, 2013, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on December 2, 2013, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 8401 South 83rd Court, Hickory Hills, IL 60457 Permanent Index No.: 18-35-408-029 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $234,971.26. Sale terms for non-parties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information and to view auction rules at w w w . k a l l e n r s . c o m . � For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I562140

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Cook County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � Ryszard Kiwacz; Krystyna Kiwacz; JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants D e f e n d a n t s , � 1 2 C H 1 2 9 0 7 � Sheriff's # 130795 F12020300 CHOH Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on December 2, 2013, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Common Address: 8750 West Taos Drive, Palos Hills, Illinois 60465 P.I.N: 23-14-103-002-0000 Improvements: This property consists of a Single Family Residence. Sale shall be under the following terms: payment of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the successful and highest bid to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier's check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier's check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale. Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special a s s e s s m e n t s . � Premise will NOT be open for inspection. Firm Information: Plaintiff's Attorney FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC Anthony Porto 1807 W. DIEHL., Ste 333 Naperville, IL 60566-7228 forecl o s u r e n o t i c e @ f a l - i l l i n o i s . c o m � 866-402-8661 fax 630-428-4620 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I565379

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N � BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. P l a i n t i f f , � v . � DOROTA KOMAR, KRZYSZTOF KOMAR D e f e n d a n t s � 10 CH 25489 8230 WEST 85TH STREET 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 December 11, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 21, 2013, at the 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 8230 WEST 85TH STREET, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 18-35-409-037-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story single family home with an attached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for 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. 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 PA1015126. 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. PA1015126 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 10 CH 25489 TJSC#: 33-20544 I565486

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF GSAMP 2002-HE2, MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2002-HE2 P l a i n t i f f , � v . � VICTOR F. ESPINOSA, PILARITA G. ESPINOSA D e f e n d a n t s � 12 CH 17747 8530 WEST BROADMOOR 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 February 11, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 13, 2013, at the 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 8530 WEST BROADMOOR, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-115-024-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family r e s i d e n c e . � The judgment amount was $245,118.54. 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 6 0 5 / 1 8 . 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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432. Please refer to file number 11IL02167-1. 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. 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. I567858

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION RESIDENTIAL CREDIT SOLUTIONS, INC. P l a i n t i f f , � v . � JOHN H. ROE JR., SANDRA C. ROE A/K/A SANDRA ROE, WACHOVIA MORTGAGE CORPORATION Defendants 12 CH 024696 10239 S. 82ND AVENUE 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 August 6, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 10, 2013, at the 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 10239 S. 82ND AVENUE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-405-026. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for 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. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-07195. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-07195 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 024696 TJSC#: 33-17887 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. I565962

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. P l a i n t i f f , � v . � MONICA LINARES A/K/A MONICA OROSCO, MARYANN MORENO A/K/A MARY ANN MORENO A/K/A MARY ANN PEREZ, RAFAEL LINARES, 7951-7959 W. 112TH PLACE TOWNHOME ASSOCIATION, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., S/I/I TO CAPITAL ONE BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 10011 7955 WEST 112TH PLACE 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 August 29, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 3, 2013, at the 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 7955 WEST 112TH PLACE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-24-100-161-0000. The real estate is improved with a 4 or more units townhouse 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. 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 PA1204744. 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. PA1204744 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 10011 TJSC#: 33-19524 I568842

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For Sale Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.PAMELA DUDASH AKA PAMELA A. DUDASH, GREGORY DUDASH AKA GREGORY M. DUDASH Defendants 13 CH 01876 10244 S. 86th Ave. 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 September 6, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 9, 2013, at the 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 10244 S. 86th Ave., Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11306-029-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $234,298.15. Sale terms: 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 certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. 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. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. 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. AUCTION.COM LLC For Additional Information regarding Auction.com, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800-280-2832) HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 13 CH 01876 TJSC#: 33-20793 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. I563868

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For Notice Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.MARGARET ZYDEK, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 9/21/2000 A/K/A TRUST NO. 1109002, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 9/21/2000 A/K/A TRUST NO. 1109002, DENNIS DEGREGORIO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 010485 8123 BOB-O-LINK ROAD ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 13, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 25, 2013, at the 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 8123 BOB-OLINK ROAD, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-14-212-038. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for 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. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-08883. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-13-08883 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 010485 TJSC#: 33-19280 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. I568610

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Thursday, October 31, 2013

Broaden Your Horizons This week ‘Into The Woods’ at Moraine Valley Popular fairy tale characters will collide in Stephen Sondheim’s “Into The Woods,” which is the upcoming Academic Theater production at Moraine Valley Community College. The show will run today to Nov. 3, with Thursday to Saturday performances at 7:30 p.m., and the Sunday performance at 3 p.m. All performances will be in the Dorothy Menker Theater, in the Fine and Performing Arts Center, 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills. Tickets are $12 for adults, and $10 for students and seniors. “Into The Woods” is a sophisticated, dark musical comedy that brings favorite storybook characters together in an epic fairy tale where worlds collide. The story follows a Baker and his wife who wish to have a child, Cinderella who wishes to attend the King’s Festival, Little Red Riding Hood who wishes to visit her grandmother, and Jack who wishes his cow would give milk. Tickets to “Into The Woods” and other upcoming performances can be purchased at moraine valley.edu/fpac, by calling 9745500, or at the Box Office located on the south end of the Fine and Performing Arts Center.

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Cabin Center for the Arts on Wednesdays, Nov. 6 and 13, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The Log Cabin Art Center is at 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Instructor Heather Young invites families with children of any age, or adults without children, to make clay cornucopias filled with clay fruits or vegetables on Nov. 6 and to come back to glaze their creations on Nov. 13. The class fee is $16 per person and includes all supplies and two kiln firings. Reservations are required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Labyrinth Group labyrinth walks will be held this Saturday morning, Nov. 2, at 8 a.m., and Thursday evening, Nov. 7, at 5:30 p.m. at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. The labyrinth, a new large circular stone path for spiritual meditation is located at the north end of The Center parking lot. In addition to the group walks focused on peace and fellowship, the labyrinth is available for individual walks at any time during the month. There is no cost to those wishing to walk the labyrinth and no reservations are necessary. The walks will take place rain or shine. For information, call Pastor Chris Hopkins 361-3650.

The Bridge Teen Center events

The Deadbolts will perform Friday, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., at The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park. Enjoy free frozen yogurt from Cherry Berry. This free event is for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information, call 532-0500 or visit thebridgeteencenter.org. • Coffee Bar/Art Studio Night — 7:30-10:30 Nov. 2, a Saturday Night Coffee Bar/Art Studio Night is exclusively for students in 9th-12th grade and is free with a student membership application or $5 with a school ID. For more information, call 532-0500 or visit thebridgeteencenter.org. • Graphic Design — 4:30-5:30 Nov. 5, 12 and 19, learn to use Photoshop for graphic design purposes. Leave with a personal logo that you designed yourself. • Firefighter Training — 4-5 Nov. 6 and 13 and 4-6 Nov. 20, test your life-saving abilities by spending two weeks working on your endurance, then going to a fireman training facility to practice real life training scenarios. • Recording and Mixing — 4:306 Nov. 6, new multimedia studio Thanksgiving pottery that allows students to record, class for mix, and create demos of their families or adults very own music. Learn how the A pottery class for families and equipment and software is used adults will be hosted at the Log before reserving studio time.

The art of painting with pastels will be featured at a luncheon program on Tuesday, Nov. 5, from noon to 2 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Artist Susan Flanagan of Tinley Park specializes in landscapes, fruits, and florals, painting with pastels blended into a smooth realistic finish. She will begin offering pastel classes at The Center on Monday mornings in January. According to Flanagan, “We have been given a gift, the ability to see an occasional glimpse of the beauty that originates in God, the sole creator of all things. We work to interpret and convey that moment of beauty to others.” The Nov. 5 luncheon is an opportunity to view Flanagan’s paintings and to see her demonstrate her work with pastels. The luncheon begins at noon, costs $17 per person, and requires reservations. For more information, call The Center at 361-3650.

• Test Anxiety — 4:30-5:30 Nov. 7, learn relief for the anxiety associated with test taking in school. • Making a Difference — 4-5:30 Nov. 7, participate in interactive ways of learning about social and economic issues going on around the world and hear how you can make a difference. This free event is for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information call 5320500 or visit thebridgeteencenter. org.

Upcoming ‘Twelve Angry Men’ on Marist stage Marist High School’s Theatre Guild will present “Twelve Angry Men” Thursday, Nov. 7 through Saturday, Nov. 9. There will be a show at 7:30 p.m. each evening. Tickets will be available at the door, and cost $5 for students and $8 for adults. Enter through the west entrance. “Twelve Angry Men” is a play written by Reginald Rose set in 1954. It made its Broadway debut in 2004. The storyline follows 12 jurors on a homicide trial as they weigh the evidence and reasonable doubt in trying to come to a unanimous verdict. The deliberations reveal more than just information about the case, but about each juror, too. Marist is at 4200 W. 115th Street in Chicago.

Junior Farmers New five-week holiday sessions of Junior Farmer Classes will begin on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday, Nov. 9 through 13, at The Children’s Farm at The Center in Palos Park. Junior Farmers is an opportunity for children, age 3 to 12, to learn about and enjoy the life of the farm. An early December highlight of the Junior Farmers program is the live nativity pageant in which all of the children participate. Dressed as shepherds, leading sheep and goats to the manger, the children join their classmates who are dressed as angels and Mary and Joseph. The Junior Farmers program is led by veteran Farm program coordinator Kay Ardizzone; the children participate in the nativity pageants seeing baby Jesus (a doll) lying in the manger of hay. The Christmas scripture is read and carols are sung around the manger. Junior Farmers classes meet one hour each week. Classes are available for children age 3 to 6, on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and on Saturday at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.; for children age 6 to 8 on Saturday at 2 p.m.; for children age 6 to 12, on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 4 p.m. and for children age 9 to 12 on Saturdays at 3:30 p.m. The cost of the five-week program is $60. Registration is required. Call or visit The Center: 361-3650, 12700 Southwest Highway.

Spirituality book club The Center’s spirituality book club will meet on Monday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Led by Pastoral Director Chris Hopkins, the group will discuss Anne Lamott’s “Help, Thanks, Wow: The Three Essential Prayers.” Hopkins says Lamott’s simple honest, and humorous style is engaging, real, and profound, in a very readable book of just 102 pages. Registration is requested. Call The Center at 361-3650.

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Sandburg High School theater students Skype with playwright Julia Weiss in the school’s Performing Arts Center.

Sandburg cast and crew get to Skype with show’s playwrite by Carla Erdey District 230 The cast and crew of Sandburg High School’s production of “Tammy: A Coming of Age Story About a Girl Who Is Part T-Rex” had the opportunity to talk directly with the play’s author Julia Weiss, via Skype. The students asked her questions about the play as well as her professional life in the theater as a playwright and an actor. Weiss then stopped by the see the production in the school’s Performing Arts Center over the weekend.

“It was gorgeous and wonderful and those kids are exceptional,” Weiss said. “They brought so much to the script and filled it with life. It was a true honor and the best experience of my life to get to see the play and spend some time with that awesome group of young people.” Weiss also said she hopes to return for future productions at Sandburg. According to her website, Weiss is a 2007 graduate of the Indiana University Theatre and Drama program, where she studied playwriting under the mentorship of Dennis Reardon and Paul Shoulberg.

As a junior, her one-act play, “Mr. Postman” was honored by the Indiana University Theatre Circle and was later produced by The Bloomington Playwright’s Project. In 2008, Weiss became affiliated with Corn Productions, a long-standing storefront theatre in the heart of Chicago’s North Center community, where she has produced several plays. Weiss’s written work has also been seen on McSweeney’s Internet Tendency and at The Paper Machete, a weekly live magazine. Weiss studied improvisational comedy at the world-famous iO Theatre, where she currently performs.

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Gallery 7 Exhibit at McCord Established in 2007 as a part of the Rialto Arts District, Gallery 7 is a fine art gallery located in downtown Joliet. Until Nov. 22, 10 members of this artist’s co-operative will be displaying their photographs at the McCord Gallery & Cultural Center. This exhibit includes images ranging from the impressionistic to documental, realistic to abstract. The variety of styles of these professional photographers demonstrates the wide possibilities of what can be done with a camera. Pictured is curator Jon Balke with his photographs “Old Hotel with Large Bats” and “Stopping by the Woods…” The McCord Gallery & Cultural Center is at 9602 W. Creek Road (129th and La Grange Road), Palos Park. For more information, call 671-0648 or visit mccordgallery.org.

The Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture . . . . . . .Tchaikovsky The Love of Three Oranges Suite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prokoev Symphony No. 6 (Pathetique) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tchaikovsky Sunday, November 10, 2013 - 4 p.m. Trinity Christian College, Ozinga Auditorium 6601 West College Drive, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Students $5 |

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Lapidary classes at The Center turn rocks into gemstones A lapidary student polishes a stone on one of the wheels in the lapidary studio at The Center in Palos Park. The Center offers new six-week lapidary classes beginning Monday, Nov. 4, from 9 to 11 a.m. and Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Instructor Larry Rothenberg teaches students to use rock saws and water-cooled wheels for turning rough hunks of rock into polished gemstones. The Center’s lapidary program works in tandem with The Center’s silver jewelry classes, which enable students to set their stones into silver fittings. The six-week class costs $84 plus a $10 materials fee for new students. Students purchase rocks for future projects. Registration is required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

STARTING THIS WEEK: “MONSTERS UNIVERSITY”: Disney-Pixar’s prequel to the animated hit “Monsters, Inc.” revisits the amusing teamwork of Billy Crystal and John Goodman, cast again as the voices of Mike and Sulley, the creatures who meet here at the title college. When their rivalry gets them booted out of school, they set out to make their way in the world together. Helen Mirren is an amusing addition to a voice cast that also includes Steve Buscemi, Alfred Molina, Sean P. Hayes and Aubrey Plaza. The score is by music veteran Randy Newman. DVD extras: audio commentary by filmmakers; “The Blue Umbrella” short subject. *** (G) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “R.I.P.D.”: A double-crossed and murdered policeman (Ryan Reynolds) aims to avenge his death — while also trying to save the living world, along with his new partner (Jeff Bridges) from an even bigger danger — in this version of the comic book “Rest in Peace Department.” The deceased law enforcers occupy other bodies, giving them unlikely appearances that add considerable humor to the proceedings. Kevin Bacon, Mary-Louise Parker and Stephanie Szostak also appear. DVD extras: “making-of” documentary; deleted and alternate scenes; outtakes. *** (PG-13: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: WAR OF THE WORLDS”: On its 75th anniversary, one of the most legendary radio broadcasts in history is revisited in this documentary, debuting on home video the same week PBS televises it. Oliver Platt narrates the account of Orson Welles’ 1938 Halloweeneve program that transferred author H.G. Wells’ story of a Martian invasion to a New Jersey town ...

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Children and teen art classes in Log Cabin

Art student Amelia Pempek creates with pastels and markers. New six-week sessions of Children’s Art Classes will begin at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts on Saturday, Nov. 9, at 9 and 10:30 a.m., at the Log Cabin Art Center, a part of The Center at 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Teen Pottery classes begin Monday, Nov. 11, at 6:30 - 8 p.m. for six weeks. Art instructors Heather Young and Jessie Schaar teach the children to use a variety of artistic media and techniques, including drawing, painting, papermaking, papier-mâché, printmaking, pottery and more. Children are divided into two grade-level groups: K-2nd, and 3rd-8th graders. The natural areas of The Center’s farm and woods provide subject matter, inspiration and sometimes the raw materials for the classes. Heather Young also teaches the teen potters, who learn to hand build clay pieces and throw pots on the wheels. The classes combine the worlds of art and nature, and are kept small to encourage individual self-expression. Class fees of $72 for Children’s Art and $78 for Teen Pottery, cover all supplies for each six-week session. Thanks to the generosity of the Orland Brighton FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE Collectibles Store, scholarships are available based on financial KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nu- need. dity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, Registration is required. For information, call The Center at 361particularly graphic violence. 3650.

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Art instructor Harry Meneghini critiques the work of stained glass student Donna Saraz. The Center offers a six-week stained glass class beginning Thursday, Nov. 7, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Students create beautiful stained glass pieces, by learning the principles of glass design and color and the techniques of cutting and soldering, using both lead came and copper foil to join the pieces of glass. With instruction by experienced stained glass artist Harry Meneghini, students start with simple projects and eventually design their own windows, pictures and lamps. The six-week class costs $84. A list of glass and supplies which will need to be purchased by each student will be distributed the first day of class or may be obtained at the Center, although the instructor suggests waiting until after the first class to make any purchases. Registration is required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

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