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Thursday, January 16, 2014

Half marathon adds 10K to keep race going by Tim Hadac staff reporter Like a long-distance runner hitting a wall halfway through a race, the First Midwest Bank Half Marathon faltered briefly last month, but has rebounded and is on pace for success this year, organizers said last Friday. With expenses almost outpacing revenue, a 10K race has been added to “enhance the race, to make the race more attractive, but probably the most important reason — [raise] more money!” event committee chairman Jeff Prestinario said with a smile to about 20 half marathon organizers at a meeting held at the Palos Heights Recreation Center, 6601 W. 127th St. Prestinario acknowledged that he and event co-founder Mel Diab (owner of the Running for Kicks

So we needed to do that, and we’re going forward.” The half marathon is set for Sunday, May 4, on a course that starts and ends near Palos Heights City Hall, 7607 W. College Drive. The half marathon starts at 7:30 a.m., the 10K race begins at 7:40, and a “Run, Walk or Roll” half-mile race (for people specialty running shop, 7158 W. with disabilities) is set to start 127th St.), briefly considered at 7:45. walking away from the run, now Some 2,000 runners are exin its seventh year and billed as pected to participate, with an the premier athletic event in the equivalent number of spectators. southwest suburbs. Proceeds from the event benefit “We had to do something for the American Cancer Society, the this race to continue. So the easi- South West Special Recreation est and best thing for us to do Association, and Lake Katherwas to add this 10K,” Prestinario ine Nature Center and Botanic said. “If you realized it or not, last Gardens. year our numbers were down, so Registration details and we decided that we needed to do more information on the Photo by Jeff Vorva something. Otherwise, Mel was Race co-director Jeff Prestinario holds up the new logo for the First Midwest Bank Half Marathon & not planning on having the race. (See Palos runs, Page 3) 10K races during last Friday’s first organizational meeting in Palos Heights.

How Palos Park made it through polar vortex 2014 by Michael Gilbert Correspondent It was a two-week stretch of weather that mayor and 21-year Palos Park resident John Mahoney said he “hadn’t seen in a long time.” Wind chills dipping into the minus-40 range, road salt rendered basically obsolete because of the extreme cold and more than 36 hours of sub-zero temperatures. It was every bit of the polar vortex meteorologists had warned about. But on an evening when Palos Park and Chicagoland area received a temporary respite from the cold, Palos Park Public Works Commissioner Nicole MilovichWalters told approximately 20 residents in attendance at the Village Council meeting on Monday that thanks to the village’s public works department Palos Park came out of the 14-day period relatively unscathed. “From Dec. 29 to Jan. 6 the public works department worked round the clock to keep drivers safe,” Milovich-Walters said. “If you see a public works department red truck out on the street give a wave to the driver because they are doing a great job.” Milovich-Walters said drivers traveling through Palos Park for

the 72-hour period following the snowfall on Jan. 5 likely found a layer of snow on the road. That wasn’t a case of public works not doing their job, but rather a measure to provide traction for drivers.” “That was done for safety,” Milovich-Walters said of leaving some snow on the roadway. “Salt just doesn’t work when it gets that cold. You have to keep some snow for traction.” Palos Park Police Chief Joe Miller said only one accident was reported during the frigid two-day stretch of Jan. 6 and 7. “We’ve received calls for a lot of burst pipes, but there hasn’t really been an increase in accidents,” Miller said. Although public works didn’t use salt during the extreme cold spell last week, the department has actually used nearly 70 more tons this winter than all of last, Milovich-Walters said. Most of the salt was used in mid-to-late December. “We’ve applied 577 tons already this winter season compared to 506 tons all of last season,” she said. Although road salt usage is up from last year and there are still a few months left in the winter sea(See Palos Park, Page 4)

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State Champs — No. 13 for St. Michael The St. Michael School varsity cheerleaders were crowned ICCA State Cheerleading Champions the weekend of Jan. 4 and 5 at the Prairie Capital Convention Center in Springfield. This is the 13th state title for the school’s program. The team is headed to Indianapolis this weekend to defend their 2013 national title. Members of this state champion team are Arianna Caputi, Julianna Dabrowski, Elizabeth Davidson, Mia Garza, Sabrina Grobarek, Abbe Hartwig, Rone Hartwig, Lindsay Hayes, Maureen Imrie, Madison Marciano, Meghan McCurdy, Ella McGrath, Anna Piacente, Samantha Presbitero, Caitlin Richter, Delaney Ryan, Carly Turcich, Amy Weslow, Brooklynne Wolf and Ariana Wydakewski. The team is coached by Becky Weslow and Kimberly Williams.

Honored for helping preserve Palos Park’s past

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Boy Scout Troop 699 member David A. Graben discusses his recently completed Eagle Scout service project at the Palos Park Village Council meeting on Monday. Mayor John Mahoney presented Graben with a plaque at the meeting in honor of the teen becoming an Eagle Scout, which is the highest rank in all of scouting. Graben’s Eagle Scout project consisted of mapping out all of the gravesites of Civil War and other veterans buried at Oak Hill Cemetery in Palos Park. Graben then purchased veterans’ grave makers and placed them at each of the graves. He also designed and led the construction and installation of an outdoor sign and billboard that houses the map of the cemetery and a list of all of the people who are buried there. “If you have ever been to Oak Hill Cemetery you know what a difficult accomplishment this was to complete,” Mahoney said. “Some of the grave sites are hundreds of years old.” Graben has been in Scouting since the first grade. He has earned 30 merit badges and held several positions of youth leadership including quartermaster, den chief, assistant senior patrol leader and troop guide. His Eagle Court of Honor was held on Dec. 29 at the Palos Park Presbyterian Community Church.

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Palos Park Administrative Librarian Sheila Sosnicki (left) applauds as Mayor John Mahoney presents a plaque to Public Services Librarian Jeannine Kacmar at the Village Council meeting on Monday. Palos Park officials honored Kacmar for penning the recently published paperback book “Images of America, Palos Park.” The book, which is available at both the Palos Park Public Library and the Kaptur Administrative Center, highlights the history of Palos Park through photos and interviews with longtime residents and business owners. It was published in time for the centennial of the village’s incorporation this year. “Jeannine, the village of Palos Park is applauding your work on this project tonight, but the impact of this book will be felt for generations to come,” Mahoney said. Kacmar will share some of the stories in the making of the book during a discussion at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 30, at the Palos Park Recreation Center, 8901 W. 123rd St. Signed copies of the book will also be available for $21.99. For more information, call the library at 448-1530.

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Resolved to help free the faithful by Charles C. Haynes It’s anything but a happy New Year for Christian pastor Saeed Abedini, an American citizen who has spent the last 12 months in an Iranian prison because of his faith. In December 2012, the Idaho minister was visiting his native Iran to help start an orphanage when he was arrested for “undermining the Iranian government,” according to the American Center for Law and Justice, a legal group working on Abedini’s behalf. Despite torture, denial of medical care, and a painful separation from his wife and two small children, Pastor Abedini steadfastly refuses to renounce his faith — a condition reportedly set by the Iranian authorities for his release. Abedini’s case has received media attention and high-profile support from many sources, including the White House and Billy Graham (thus far to no avail). But hundreds of other prisoners of conscience — people of many faiths — languish in jail cells across the world largely unknown and unheralded. Last month, the plight of people imprisoned for practicing their faith got some much-needed attention in a report entitled “Freedom of Religion or Belief” issued by Human Rights Without Frontiers, an international advocacy group with offices and affiliates throughout the world. (See the full report at www. hrwf.org) The report highlights 24 countries that arrested and jailed people in 2013 for violating laws that prohibit freedom of religion. Five nations — China, Eritrea, Iran, North Korea and South Korea — are cited as “countries of particular concern” with large numbers of prisoners of religious conscience. The dismal human rights records of totalitarian regimes like China and Iran are, of course, well known. In China, for example, members of “house churches” (Protestant groups not sanctioned by the government) are routinely harassed and often arrested. Iran oppresses all minority religious groups, but gives special attention to Baha’is — a religious tradition condemned by the government as heretical and dangerous. More than 100 Baha’is are currently in Iranian prisons, including most of the community’s leadership.

It’s somewhat surprising and disappointing, however, to find South Korea — a democratic country and close American ally — high on the list of countries denying religious freedom. According to the report, 599 young South Korean Jehovah’s Witnesses were serving 18month prison sentences in 2013 for conscientious objection to military service. Since the end of the Korean War, South Korea “has relentlessly prosecuted young Witness men who refuse military service and has not provided an alternative to resolve the issue.” An astonishing 17,549 Witnesses have been sentenced to a combined total of 34,100 years in prison for refusing to perform military service. Behind the mind-numbing statistics, of course, are individual human beings — each one with a heartbreaking story of being forced to choose between upholding their faith and going to prison. Akemanjiang, to cite just one example, is a Muslim in the Aqsu district of China arrested in 2008 for not following government policy requiring restaurants to stay open during the month of Ramadan. For this simple act of conscience, he remains in prison to this day. Akemanjiang, Saeed Abedini, and the hundreds of other prisoners of conscience urgently need Americans to do at least two things: First, urge the American government to move religious freedom higher on the list of priorities in our dealings with other nations. Where the United States has leverage — in South Korea for example — we should use it to make the case for liberty of conscience. And second, call attention to the imprisoned so that they cannot be forgotten. By shining the spotlight of public awareness on the plight of people of faith, Americans can help hold these governments accountable — and, in some cases, embarrass them into releasing those they hold captive. In 2014, let’s resolve to do whatever we can to help free the faithful. Charles C. Haynes is director of the Religious Freedom Center of the Newseum Institute, 555 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., Washington, DC 20001. Web: religiousfreedomeducation.org Email: chaynes@newseum.org

Here’s a new wrinkle — great customer service A few years ago, I dropped in on the dry cleaners my family had patronized for several years and asked if they could press the dress shirt my son was required to wear at St. Rita High School on the days that Mass was celebrated. The shirt was badly wrinkled but also needed to be cleaned. The trouble was, my son needed the shirt the following day, and there was no time for dry cleaning. I asked if it simply could be pressed so it would look presentable. The owner of the dry cleaners flatly refused, saying it had to be cleaned as well. I walked out of the business after telling the owner that there were several other dry cleaners in Oak Lawn. I’ve never returned, choosing instead to bring our regular cleaning business to a competitor a few miles away. On another occasion, we ordered food for my son’s graduation party from an Oak Lawn restaurant. On the day of the party, I watched a family member place a piece of chicken on his plate that had a bone and deep-fried skin. There was no meat. We laughed about it, but it was embarrassing moment. I complained to the restaurant owner a few days later, but he merely shrugged his shoulders

son went beyond seconds—always a good gauge for measuring quality food. More than one week later, I got a phone call from Barraco’s asking about the holiday order. by Bob I told the woman on the phone Rakow that the food was great, and then, reluctantly, I mentioned my wife’s long wait. I added and said there was nothing he that it was understandable becould do. I was more than a cause Christmas Eve is a busy little surprised, as we routinely night. The woman apologized ordered dinners and pizzas and told me the owners would from the restaurant for years be notified. I appreciated the prior to the party. call and forgot about it. I recount these examples of Then, last week, an envelope poor customer service after arrived from Barraco’s containreceiving something unexpected ing a $65 gift certificate. I was in the mail this week. more than a little surprised. Our family Christmas Eve “Have a meal on us,” the resparty was catered by Barraco’s taurant was saying, “we appreRestaurant, which has locations ciate your business.” This was in Evergreen Park, Burbank a great example of excellent and Crestwood. I spotted a cou- customer service—something pon for their holiday catering that’s become all too infrequent offer and decided to give them these days. a try. Of course, the move makes On the night of the party, good business sense as well. my wife waited for more than There’s no doubt we’ll go back 30 minutes at the restaurant to Barraco’s for future parto pick up the food. It was an ties or dinner. And, I’m bound inconvenience, to be sure, but to tell people about the gift we quickly forgot about it when certificate (as I’m doing in this the food was served. Fried space), something that can only chicken—with meat on the benefit the restaurant. I look bone, by the way—mostaccioli, forward to an coming night tossed salad and rolls had all of when we have a meal at to our guests raving and returnBarraco’s. ing to the table for seconds. My Community leaders often

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remind us to shop local, support area businesses and keep your dollars in town. That’s a good idea. Small business owners rely on us for their success. But we also have the right to good customer service and to vote with our wallets. When you’re unhappy with a product or service, tell the proprietor. Ditto when you’ve had a great experience. A smart business owner will respond appropriately. — Bob Rakow is a news reporter for The Reporter

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What is the worst thing that happened to you during the recent storm? (Asked at the Palos Heights Public Library)

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Michelle Chambers, Oak Forest I got stuck in Los Angeles for a day and a half. My flight got cancelled.”

Timothy Lasasso, Oak Lawn Eriq Perez, Crestwood I got stuck at my cousin’s house “I didn’t get to go sledding. It for two days, which has its pros was too cold.” and cons.”

Jennifer Czarlinski, Palos Heights “Ice slid off our roof and destroyed an evergreen tree.”

Anthony Caciopo, Palos Heights “The overnight stress of worrying about freezing pipes.”

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Liberty students create Internet safety campaign by Tim Hadac staff reporter In a time of increased focus on identity theft, cyber bullying, and other Internet-related crimes, four local students showed their efforts to educate and motivate boys and girls about online safety and responsibility. Led by technology teacher Chris Bohula, the brief presentation took place at Monday night’s meeting of the Orland School District 135 Board of Education meeting, held at Liberty School, 8801 W. 151st St. Several dozen parents and others were in attendance. “This is an important issue, not just in the computer lab at school, but at home,” Bohula said, as he stood near Liberty 5thgraders Maureen Fandl, Amy Johnson and Aidan Larson, and 4th-grader Sinead Fitzmaurice. Rather than simply cut and paste text from websites onto a term paper, Bohula challenged his students to view videos and play interactive games on Edmodo, a secure, password-protected, online tool used by more than 7 million students worldwide. “This [type of research] was a little more difficult for the stu-

Palos runs (Continued from page 1) event may be obtained at firstmidwesthalfmarathon.com. Diab, competing in races at the 2014 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, was not at Friday’s committee meeting. Prestinario did not speculate on how much revenue the newly added 10K race will bring in, but expressed confidence that it will be sufficient to ensure the popular event’s survival for at least the near future. Another change over the 2013 event is security. Last year’s race saw an unprecedented level of security that included bomb-sniffing dogs, a surveillance helicopter, marksmen on rooftops, police carrying machine guns and more. “Terrorism was an issue last year, because our event here in Palos Heights was just two weeks after [the terrorist attack at the Boston Marathon], so everybody was on high alert,” he said. Exactly how much and what kind of security will be provided at this year’s event “is something that the police and fire departments and the city will be discussing. It won’t be at the level of last year, because, knock on wood, [an attack] isn’t an issue.” “The amount of security that was given to this race [last year] was unbelievable,” he added. “We had more security than probably any race you’ve seen.”

Began with an idea “Mel and I started the race about nine years ago,” Prestinario recalled. “I was a runner at that time. I used to meet with Mel on Monday nights, and we’d go out for a run. One night, he just said, ‘Jeff, you know my dream is to have a large race, like a half marathon race.’ I had been involved with [organizing] some special events in the city [as a Palos Heights alderman], so I

dents, because they really had to pay attention and think about what was being presented in the video clips they viewed or what was the message of the interactive games they played,” Bohula added. The students also had to use PowerPoint and similar software tools to produce educational posters, brochures and videos about Internet safety and responsibility. Bohula noted that the process of creating those products—from concept to scripting to completion—further enhanced the lesson and made it stick in young minds. Several of the products were shown by Bohula, including a colorful poster and an engaging video that used music and humor to make its point. Bohula noted that the products are currently housed on Edmodo, but did not speculate on whether the district would post them on its website for all to see. Board members praised the students for their work and Bohula for conducting an activity that challenged students to use a range of cognitive skills in concert with modern research and communication technology. In other matters, the board approved the purchase of 230 iPad

said, ‘That’s a good idea. Let’s do it.’” “So we went to the mayor, and he said, ‘Are you crazy?’” Prestinario added with a smile, “and I said, ‘No, no, no, we really want to do it. We can do it.’ He said OK, but I don’t think he ever thought it would happen, because a half marathon, of course, is 13.1 miles, which means you have to go outside of Palos Heights and get the cooperation of other jurisdictions, like Palos Park, Palos Hills, Alsip, unincorporated Cook County, the Forest Preserve [District of Cook County]. You have to get permits for everything. You have to close off Route 83. We’ve got two fire districts involved. We have multiple police departments involved, including the county, the forest preserves and the state. There’s, like, one thing after another.” “When we started, we actually thought we’d have this race up and running within a year,” he continued. “Well, we weren’t even close. It took two years to get everybody on board, and thanks to the cooperation we received from all the government agencies and everyone else, we were able to pull it off — and here we are years later, going on our seventh race. Prestinario praised First Midwest Bank and all other organizations and individuals that contribute to the annual event’s success. “Everything has to work, it’s like one big chain, and every link has to be strong and can’t break,” Prestinario concluded. “Everyone involved has to sacrifice a little bit, and say ‘OK, this is a great event.’ We’re at the point where we’ve raised over $150,000 for charity over the years, and we plan on adding to that this year. We’ve gotten approximately 300 volunteers out for the event. We have spectators and runners coming from all over. So it’s been kind of a winwin situation. It’s been amazing, a good ride so far, and we’d like to continue doing it.”

minis and 150 Apple TVs for use in all schools in the district. According to a district spokesperson, the units will arrive “in early spring” and will be utilized by children in all grades. The cost is $125,020. The board also approved the hiring of George Attaway as an administrative assistant to Superintendent Janet Stutz. She praised Attaway’s business background and other credentials, which includes a past stint as assistant superintendent for business at Community Unit School District 202 in Lisle. Attaway will be paid at a rate not to exceed $60,000 annually, and the appointment is effective immediately. Board members also held the line on student fees, with no increase in 2014-15. The kindergarten fee remains at $138, the grades 1-5 fee holds steady at $160, the grade 6 fee is set at $172, and the fee for students in grades 7-8 will still be $167. Board members noted that the district has not raised fees since the 2004-05 school year. The board also approved a proposal that will see the village of Orland Park install a marker at Park School, 9960 W. 143rd St., saluting its history in educating children in the area.

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Soaking up the applause of the audience for their efforts to promote Internet safety and responsibility are Liberty School students Amy Johnson (from left), Sinead Fitzmaurice, Maureen Fandl and Aidan Larson. Standing with the students are Assistant Principal Laura Moss (from left), Principal Ann Marie Riordan, teacher Chris Bohula, District Supt. Janet Stutz, and board President Joseph La Margo.

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Shepard High School teacher Jennifer Fischer and her German Club students appear on the grounds of the Michelsberg Abbey in Bamberg, Germany. “A Little Bit of Germany” this Saturday, Jan. 18, from 4 to 8 p.m. will support the German Club trip next summer.

Taste a ‘Bit of Germany’ at Shepard Food and dancing this Sat. Shepard High School will host “A Little Bit of Germany” to support its exchange program this Saturday, Jan. 18, from 4 to 8 p.m. The fundraiser, which features German food, a folk band, dancing, and imported goods for sale, has set new attendance records the past two years. Nearly 350 people attended last year. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children age 12 and under. Ticket price includes a German dinner of bratwurst, sauerkraut, German potato salad, bread, and coffee, water or cider. Dinner will be served from 4 to 7 p.m. Soda and root beer will be available

for purchase. The fun includes entertainment by the folk band Paloma from the Dankhaus German Cultural Center in Chicago. Next summer, teacher Jennifer Fischer and a group of German Club students will visit students from Johann Wolfgang Goethe Gymnasium in Germersheim. During their trip, Shepard students will attend classes at Goethe (German schools feature a fullyear calendar), visit various cultural and historical sites, and, in general, live as Germans. Submitted photo Goethe and Shepard students Dressed in traditional German clothing, Shepard High School have visited one another for more students dance with senior citizens at “A Little Bit of Germany” last than 25 years. year.

Two runs, fewer guns There were police helicopters, bomb-sniffing dogs, snipers on roofs and plenty of unconcealed machine guns. Was it a hostage situation? Nope. Was it a bank robbery? Nope. Was the President in town? Nope. It was the 2013 running of the First Midwest Bank Marathon in May. On April 15, terrorists bombed

the finish line of the Boston Marathon leaving deaths and injuries in its wake. While the cops and government officials pieced together what had happened in Boston, the men that ran the half-marathon were a little edgy. Co-race director Mel Diab was by Jeff actually running the Boston MaraVorva thon but was miles away when the explosions hit. Still, he was shaken by the events. The next terrible human beings that did morning he said he was sad and this.” angry, saying “These are cowardly, The other co-director, Jeff Prestinario, was spitting mad. Prestinario is normally a low-key friendly guy with a smile on his face but during that time, he was trying to get ready for one of the biggest events in his village, and a flood of thoughts were running through his head, including possibly cancelling the May 5 event. But those thoughts quickly were erased and he, Diab and several law enforcement organizations teamed up for a day in which there was a heavy security presence. Cops with machine guns milled around with the thousands of kids, runners and spectators at the race. Shortly before the race started, a helicopter from the Chicago Police Department made an appearance and buzzed around for a little while checking things out. The day went without incident and Prestinario was back smiling again. Photo by Jeff Vorva The organizers had their first Last year, there was a serious presence of cops with machine guns committee meeting for the May at the First Midwest Bank Half Marathon, which was held weeks after the Boston Marathon bombing. (Continued on page 8)

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Shepard cheerleaders take 2nd at IHSA meet The varsity cheerleaders from Shepard High School placed second in the Co-Ed Division this weekend at the IHSA invitational in Springfield. Alex Joiner and Ashley Buksa ( top left) were selected to the all-state team, based on their performances at the IHSA meet. This squad will cheer in June in Peoria for the IHSA all-state boys basketball team. Buksa placed second among the state scholarship finalists and earned the second highest financial

award of $3,000 to the college of her choice. Five of the senior cheerleaders were honored as state scholar-athletes. Criteria include a grade point average of at least 3.5 on a scale of 4.0. Students who earned this prestigious honor included Ashley Buksa, Becca Bruesch, Melissa Kelly, Alexandra Joiner and Jackie O’Leary. Above, the varsity cheerleaders are shown performing at the IHSA meet in Springfield.

Palos Park (Continued from page 1) son, Milovich-Walters said there is no concern of a salt storage. “We have plenty in our reserves,” she said after the meeting. Police Commissioner Dan Polk said the Police Department is available to perform well-being checks on residents via its “You are not alone” program. The service provides periodic visits and phone calls to check on those who

may need the assistance of police and social service agencies. “The program is geared toward Palos Park senior citizens who are self-sufficient, but would welcome a Palos Park police officer to stop and check on them periodically,” Polk said. Police officers will make sure the resident is not in need of immediate medical care, that their home is secure and heat and water are in working order.” Those interested in participating in the program should contact Miller at 671-3770.

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Wolves player visits Palos Heights Public Library to boost Winter Reading program participation Chicago Wolves hockey team right winger Shane Harper signs autographs for Nick Cachor, 8 (left) and his brother Jake, 7, both of Palos Heights, at the Palos Heights Public Library Wednesday evening last week. Harper appeared for the kickoff of the library’s winter reading program, which promotes recreational reading. Those attending won prizes, including Wolves hats, pucks and tickets to upcoming games. Shown with Harper (left), Jordan Nunez, 6, of Palos Heights, is all smiles after being chosen as one of the lucky ones to put on Harper’s hockey gear during the Score a Goal and Read to Succeed special event. Harper, 24, is a native of Los Angeles, who started playing hockey at age 6.

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Holiday homes beautiful awarded Palos Park Commissioner Nicole Milovich-Walters congratulates Larry Windedahl for finishing in second place in the village’s 2013 Holiday Home Decorating Contest. Windedahl, of the 12000 block of 93rd Avenue, was presented a plaque for finishing second in the competition. First-place winner Jeff Ebert, of the 12000 block of 88th Avenue, was not present at the Monday’s Village Council meeting, where the recognition took place. He will also receive a plaque, Milovich-Walters said. The contest was sponsored and judged by the Palos Park Recreation Department board. Approximately 10 homeowners entered the contest, Milovich-Walters said.

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Accused drunken driver charged also with speeding Palos Heights police arrested Michael Aitchison, 35, of Orland Park, and charged him with DUI, speeding, and no proof of insurance. Police pulled his vehicle over in the 13000 block of South Harlem Avenue at 4:46 a.m. last Sunday after he reportedly was spotted traveling at 47 miles per hour, 12 miles per hour over the speed limit, police said. Bond was set at $1,000, and he is due in court on March 13. In other Palos Heights police news, Alethea Sumpter, 44, of South Chicago Heights, was charged with driving on a suspended license, as well as no proof of insurance. Police curbed her vehicle in the 6400 block of West College Drive at 7:52 a.m. last Sunday. Bond was set at $2,000, and Sumpter is due in court on March 13. Daniel E. Welch, 31, of Crestwood, was charged with driving on a suspended license, as well as driving a vehicle with an ex-

PALOS HEIGHTS POLICE pired registration. His vehicle was stopped by police in the 12200 block of South Harlem Avenue at 6:47 p.m. last Sunday. Bond was set at $1,500, and his court date is Feb. 26. A vandal threw a large piece of ice through the picture window of a home in the 6700 block of Menominee Parkway at 11:17 p.m. last Saturday. There was no description of the offender, according to police. Police charged Basim M. Ismail, 27, of Burbank, with DUI and driving without headlights on. His vehicle was curbed by police in the 13100 block of South Harlem Avenue at 12:38 a.m. Jan. 8. Bond was set at $1,000, and he is scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 18. Shannon Reyes, 18, of Joliet, was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. She was a

passenger in a vehicle that was stopped by police for an equipment violation in the 6400 block of West College Drive at 11:32 p.m. Jan. 8. Police said they found a bowl and a grinder in the vehicle. She was released on her own recognizance and is set to appear in court on Feb. 26. Police charged Carlos D. Lane, 39, of Oak Forest, with driving on a suspended license and driving a vehicle with expired registration. Police stopped his vehicle in the 7200 block of West College Drive at 1:49 p.m. Jan. 8. Bond was set at $1,500, and he is scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 26. Jose L. Suarez, 28, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license and failure to wear a seatbelt. He was stopped by police in the 12000 block of South Ridgeland Avenue at 3:04 p.m. Jan. 8. Bond was set at $1,500, and Suarez is set to appear in court on Feb. 26.

Bond set at $1 million for Hills man charged with stabbing wife, daughter by Bob Rakow Staff Reporter A Cook County judge set bail at $1 million last Friday for a Palos Hills man charged with attempted murder and aggravated domestic battery after allegedly stabbing his wife and daughter Jan. 7, police said. Waldemar Dzbik, 50, stabbed his wife with a collector’s keepsake knife multiple times in the bathroom of their home in the 9700 block of Maple Crest Drive, police

said. He stabbed his 19-year-old daughter once in the chest when she tried to pull him off her mother, police said. Both victims were taken to Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where Dzbik’s wife underwent surgery, police said. His daughter was treated and released, officials said. The incident occurred at approximately 10 a.m. When police arrived, they located the victim and her daughter at a neighbor’s

house. Dzbik, meanwhile, fled in his Volkswagen Jetta. Palos Hills Police Chief Paul Madigan found Dzbik sitting in his car at 12:30 p.m. in the parking lot of a McCook trucking company, police said. Dzbik drove away when he saw Madigan approach his car, but he was later arrested by Madigan near 47th Street and Harlem Avenue, according to reports. Police have responded in the past to domestic disturbances at the house, they said.

Influenza on rise in suburban Cook Suburban Cook County is experiencing an increase in influenza-like illness with 44 confirmed influenza ICU admissions and six influenza related deaths. Cook County Department of Public Health’s Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Terry Mason is encouraging everyone 6 months of age and older to get a flu shot. “Of the 44 ICU admissions the ages range from toddler to late 90’s,” Dr. Mason said. “That demonstrates that anyone can get the flu and since the activity hasn’t even peaked yet, we expect more ICU admissions and potentially deaths in the coming weeks. It’s

extremely important to get your flu shot now; it’s the best defense against the flu virus.” Flu vaccine is readily available at your local pharmacy, family doctor and some grocery stores throughout suburban Cook County. Influenza is a health concern for people of all ages including young children and pregnant women. However, individuals with a weakened immune system and people aged 65 years and older are at a higher risk for complications from the flu. Influenza is a virus that affects the respiratory system and is spread primarily when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

Symptoms of influenza can range from mild to life-threatening and include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, headache, muscle aches and fatigue. To limit the spread of flu, residents should practice common sense and 3 C’s: • Clean — properly wash your hands frequently • Cover — cover your cough and sneeze • Contain — contain your germs by staying home if you are sick For more information about the county’s influenza surveillance, or to use the Flu Vaccine Finder, visit cookcountypublichealth.org.

Forest Preserve District offers photo meet-ups for photographers The Forest Preserves of Cook County is hosting its second year of Photo Meet-ups designed for photographers of all skill levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you’re using an advanced SLR camera, a pointand-shoot or a smart phone, photographing nature scenes and subjects can be both rewarding and challenging. The 2014 series begins January 25. Each event will take place at 10 am on the fourth Saturday of each month at one of the Forest Preserves’ six nature centers, or a nearby location selected for its

photography potential. Each gathering will feature a Forest Preserve naturalist leading a brief tour of the area, highlighting interesting and unusual plants, scenic vistas and locations frequented by wildlife. During and after the tour, photographers can capture images and share tips and suggestions for getting the best shot. Photographers are encouraged to share their photos with the Forest Preserves’ Flickr group at www.flickr.com/groups/fpdcc/. The partial schedule for the year is below. Photographers should

meet at the appropriate nature center at 10 a.m. For more information, visit www.fpdcc.com. Jan. 25 Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, 12545 W. 111th St., Lemont, Call (630) 257-2045 to register. Feb. 22 Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills. March 22 Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, 9800 S. Willow Spring Rd., Willow Springs. Aug. 23 Swallow Cliff South, La Grange Road, just south of Rt. 83. Hosted by the Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center.

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The old Crest Lighting building at 14355 S. La Grange Road stands silent and dark as it awaits a new roof and other upgrades expected to bring it into the 21st century.

Orland façade program funds commercial facelifts by Tim Hadac staff reporter One of the few eyesores on an otherwise bustling commercial strip in Orland Park will get a makeover and enter the 21st century in the months ahead, thanks in part to local tax dollars. The old Crest Lighting building at 14355 S. La Grange Road, shuttered for several years, will see its 1970s-style mansard roof removed, its front window reconfigured, and an elevator shaft constructed to improve accessibility to the second floor. Helping move the project forward is a $20,000 grant from the village’s Façade Improvement Program. “This building is really — I shouldn’t say ‘ugly,’ should I? — well, it’s aged,” said Orland Park Development Services Director Karie Friling after a recent village board meeting. “We’re really excited about this project. It’s the largest one that we’ve had come through so far [under the Façade Improvement Program].” The building had been purchased by Joon Hee Lee, who plans to move his tae kwon do studio out of leased space at 14620 S. La Grange Road and several blocks north into the rear of the

building — leaving the front to be leased by one or more new tenants. Several local residents polled at Dunkin’ Donuts, 14461 S. La Grange Road, praised the move. “I’m not a fan of government subsidizing business, but I think this could be a good thing,” said Orland Park resident Peter Wrobel. “There’s a lot to like about all this new development [on La Grange Road], but it’s not good to see some of it lagging behind. I hope it works out.” Palos Park resident Elizabeth Murphy said she’ll be pleased to see the old roof gone. “Driving past [the old Crest Lighting building] every day is like looking at a time warp, and not a good one. I know those [mansard] roofs were popular back in the 1970s. Every McDonald’s used to have one, but I think they’re kind of ugly, like an earth shoe or something.” “I hope it leads to more jobs,” added Orland Park resident Bryan Kozlowski. “There are a lot of people who are unemployed or underemployed.” The Façade Improvement Program earmarked a total of $50,000 in tax dollars in 2013 for local businesses. In addition to Lee and his martial arts studio, two others establishments are expected

to be funded: the Horton Center Shopping Plaza, 14400 S. John Humphrey Drive, and El Camino Plaza, 9965 W. 151st St. Another $50,000 is budgeted for the program in 2014. “We’ve really tried to get the word out on [the Façade Improvement Program],” Friling added. “It’s an excellent initiative that encourages property owners to think about making improvements and then actually provides assistance to move things forward.” The program traces its lineage back to 1998 with a program to assist historic, non-residential buildings along 143rd Street in Old Orland. It was expanded in 2006 and 2009 to include a wider swath of the village’s commercial properties. It was unfunded from 2010-12, but is back on track and available to all commercial land owners in the village, according to officials. The program is one of several incentive initiatives available to businesses in Orland Park. Others include a revolving loan program that provides low-interest financing to assist businesses looking to locate or expand in Orland Park. Details about the village’s efforts can be found at orland-park.il.us or by calling the Development Services Office at 403-5300.

State Rep. Hurley forming women’s advisory committee Continuing her efforts to respond to the concerns of all her constituents, state Rep. Fran Hurley (D-35), will form a Women’s Citizen Advisory Committee. Hurley’s Women’s Citizen Ad-

visory Committee is open to all residents desiring to voice their opinions on gender equality issues and potential legislation affecting women. She is creating her Women’s Citizen Advisory Committee after many women expressed interest in the opportunity to discuss their unique perspectives on legislation and provide input on how the state can better serve their needs and concerns. Some of the topics to be addressed include women’s health, services and resources available through the state, budget concerns affecting women and families, and how legislation affects women in Illinois. Hurley also plans to collaborate with the committee to offer events that will benefit women. “It’s important to openly dis-

cuss the issues that we deal with on a daily basis,” Hurley said. “As a working mother, I understand some of the many challenges women face. We might be able to address some of these issues through legislation or by increasing awareness of resources and services.” “The real strength of this committee is the individuals who will participate,” Hurley added. “Your views and ideas will help shape our future laws and state services.” Residents are encouraged to sign up for the committee by Thursday, Jan. 30. To receive more information, or to join the Women’s Citizen Advisory Committee, contact repfranhurley@ gmail.com or call Hurley’s fulltime constituent service office at (773) 445-8128 or 233-9703.

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Palos Park officers earn Sheriff’s Award of Merit Palos Park Officers Mike Schabert and Mike Colavecchi were among police officers from across Cook County recognized by Sheriff Tom Dart with the 2013 Sheriff’s Award of Merit. The awards ceremony took place on Dec. 10 at Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills. Police Chief Joe Miller is shown at center between the honored Palos Park officers. The Sheriff’s Awards were created as a way to honor the extraordinary efforts put in by so many police officers every single day. Their work keeps our families and neighborhoods safe. Palos Park Police Commissioner Dan Polk, said “These officers were nominated by fellow department personnel for their service to our community, building careers committed to working to make community connections, and make Palos Park safer”. “Palos Park is proud and thankful to have Officers Mike Colavecchi and Mike Schabert serving our community,” Polk added.

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School Notes Heights Dist. 128 preschool screenings

Use the course codes MP5-600-271 (February) and -272 (April).

Palos Heights School District 128 will conduct a screening for all children residing within district boundaries who are 3 to 5 years old on Monday, Jan. 27, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Indian Hill School, 12800 S. Austin Ave. Areas of development assessed include speech and language, gross motor skills, and visual/ auditory strengths. A vision and hearing screening will also be conducted. Children will be screened by a diagnostic team of district personnel. Contact the Student Services office at 597-1285 to make an appointment or to request more information. Its hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Moraine Valley offers pharmacy technician training

Incarnation School open house Incarnation Catholic School in Palos Heights kicks off Catholic Schools week with a family Mass and school open house on Sunday, Jan. 26, at 11 a.m. All are welcome to attend. For more information or to schedule a private tour, call 3856250, or visit Incarnation on the web at incarnationcatholic.com. Submitted photo

Trinity Christian College’s first graduates of the Master of Arts in Special Education program stand with Dr. Patti Powell, professor and director of the program. Graduates are (front from left) April Grant; Barbara Wolterink; Laura Ridgley; Paula (Parker) Karll; (back from left) Vince Lucca; Michele Kintz; Katherine Sanavaitis; Dan Matt; and Bill Scott.

Chgo. Christian High open house

Chicago Christian High School will host an open house on Thursday, Jan. 23. Registration is from 6:45 to 7 p.m.; the program begins at 7 p.m. At the annual ceremony on Dec. ter’s degree in special education reach their full potential.” commencement address, “Life Opportunity will be given to 14, the Trinity Christian College has been one filled with talented Trinity will graduate the first Is a Mystery,” was delivered by tour the campus and meet faculty community celebrated the com- students, dedicated faculty, chal- cohort of the Master of Arts in Beth Decker, chair of the Trinity and administrators; learn more mencement of 89 students — 27 lenging coursework, and thoughtful Counseling Psychology program Board of Trustees. The college also about CCHS academics and our traditional, 53 Adult Studies, and final research papers based on solid in May 2014. celebrated the emeritation of Dr. STEM curriculum as well as cofor the first time, nine students data,” said Dr. Patti Powell, profes- Families and friends of all the Brad Breems, professor of sociol- curricular opportunities. from the Master of Arts in Special sor and director of the program. graduates gathered in the Ozinga ogy and the 2013 recipient of the The school is at 12001 S. Oak Education program. “Our new graduates are committed Chapel Auditorium to witness the Professor of the Year Award. Park Ave., Palos Heights. (388 “The first year of Trinity’s mas- to helping each child they teach presentation of the diplomas. The — Trinity Christian College 7656)

Trinity graduates first master’s degree students

Student News Laura O’Radnik from Orland Park is one of 16 Bradley University students to have secured an internship with NBC for the XXII Olympic Winter Games that will take place in Sochi, Russia in February 2014. O’Radnik is a senior Television Arts and Social Media Marketing major at Bradley. O’Radnik is one of 10 students who will be handling behind-thescenes production jobs in Stamford, Conn. while six others will be going to Sochi. Their internships will last from three to five weeks and they will be departing between the end of January and early February. *** Erin McQuinn, of Palos Heights, has been named to the fall semester 2013 dean’s list at St. Norbert College in DePere, Wis. A minimum 3.5 grade point average is required for academic eligibility. *** Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights has named local

students who recently graduated from the college’s baccalaureate, master’s, and adult studies programs. They are Thomas Gilman, Teacher Certification; and Monica Szul, Bachelor of Arts; both of Palos Heights, and Victoria Miller, of Palos Park, bachelor of arts. *** Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights has named the students who made the college’s Dean’s List for Fall 2013. Trinity students must be enrolled full time and earn a minimum 3.5 grade point average. They are Mark Davis, Mary Houlihan, Molly Johnson, KwonNeung Kim, Nicole Knorr, Eunju Kwon, ChanNyung Lee, Robin Lozeman, JiHae Oh, Shea Schaaf, Anthony Stasi, Jessica Timmermans and Kelsey VanDyken, all of Palos Heights. Also, Patrick Page and DeAndria Sutton, both of Palos Park.

Scholarship applications now available at Orland Township Applications for the 2014 Orland Township Scholarship Program are now available at the township, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave. in Orland Park. This year’s scholarship program will give numerous awards to the class of 2014 totaling $16,500, with one $2,000 scholarship, eight $1,000 scholarships and 13 $500 scholarships. The Orland Township Scholarship Foundation will select and award scholarship recipients based on a combination of the applicant’s leadership skills, dedication to community service, academic focus, participation in extracurricular activities, recommendations from school representatives, references from volunteer supervisors or employers, an assigned essay question response and any other pertinent information requested within the application. Students faced with hardships will be given strong consideration. Eligibility requirements include the following: applicants must reside within the boundaries

of Orland Township, applicants must be graduating high school seniors and award winners must enroll as full-time students at a college, university, trade or vocational school. Additional criteria may be obtained within the application. Scholarship applications completed in their entirety must be delivered to the township, by Friday, Feb. 28. Orland Township is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. An additional scholarship opportunity is also available at Orland Township: applications for the Township Officials of Illinois (TOI) Scholarship are available at orlandtwp.org or at the Orland Township Office. Applications are due by Saturday, March 1 and should be mailed to Township Officials of Illinois, Attn.: Scholarship Committee, 3217 Northfield Drive, Springfield, IL 62702. For more information, call 4034222.

Moraine Valley EPA certification refresher course Individuals with HVAC training who need the required EPA 608 certification can enroll in a refresher course that includes the certification exam at Moraine Valley Community College, 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills. Courses will be offered on Saturday, Feb. 8, and Saturday, April 12, from 8 to 11 a.m. The cost for the refresher, study guide and certification exam is $99. The course is taught by industry professional HVAC instructors and includes a study guide. After the class, participants can take a computer-based test for Type I, II, III, and Universal certification. EPA 608 certification is required to service building air conditioning and refrigeration units and to purchase refrigerants. Register in person at the Registration Office, located in S125 on campus, or by calling 974-2110 (TTY for the hearing impaired 974-9556). Participants also can register online at morainevalley. edu by selecting “Register for Noncredit Classes” under Academic Focus then “Search, register and pay for noncredit classes.”

To meet the demand for certified pharmacy technicians, Moraine Valley Community College is offering a Pharmacy Technician Review Program with classes starting Feb. 4. Pharmacy technicians help licensed pharmacists prepare prescription medications, provide customer service, and perform administrative duties in retail, hospital or business pharmacy settings. Moraine Valley’s review program comprises Pharmacy Technician Review and Pharmacy Mathematics. This program provides a review of pharmacy principles and procedures to prepare entry level pharmacy technicians to take the PTCE — National Pharmacy Technicians Exam. Course content includes review of various disease states, basic physiology, pharmacy law, ethics, mathematics, and the fundamentals of technician training. The courses will introduce students to various settings in pharmacy practice, including the community, hospital, managed care, mail order, and long-term care. Information on qualifying for the pharmacy certification examination also will be provided. To be eligible for the exam, candidates must have a high school diploma or its equivalent and no felony convictions of any kind. In addition, applicants for the PTCE exam must not have had any drug-related or pharmacy-related convictions, including misdemeanors. Many employers will reimburse the cost of the exams. Students may qualify for grant funding for this program through Illinois WorkNet. Visit morainevalley.edu/wia for more details. For more information, call Moraine Valley’s Corporate, Community and Continuing Education area at 974-5735 or visit ccce@ morainevalley.edu. To register online, go to morainevalley.edu, click on Register and Pay for Noncredit Classes under the Academic Focus section, click on Prospective Students, Search, register and pay for noncredit classes, and use the keyword pharmacy.

Queen of Peace leadership confab Queen of Peace High School will sponsor a leadership conference for fifth, sixth and seventh grade girls on Saturday, Feb. 8. Eighth grade girls who have already taken the entrance exam at Queen of Peace may also attend. The purpose of the conference is to provide leadership training for female student leaders as they prepare to assume leadership roles in the next few years. Cost is $5. The conference will concentrate on training emerging leaders, as well as provide current leaders new tools in how to lead effectively. To register, contact Mary Kate Love at 496-4753 or lovem@ queenofpeacehs.org.

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St. Michael teams place in robot games St. Michael junior high science teacher Nancy Ramig and her team of parent volunteer coaches met with 27 St. Michael School students every Wednesday for several months to prepare for the school’s first entry into the First Lego League (FLL) competition. At left, among the students who ranged in age from 5th- through 8th-grade, making up three teams, are Kyle and Connor McNamara and Daniel Gentile. The three teams invested countless hours designing, building, programming and testing their autonomous robots to complete predefined tasks on a playing field that mimicked an area affected by various natural disasters. At the competition, they demonstrated what their robots could do and received points based on the success of the robot. All the student participants and their coaches are shown at right.

For the project part of the competition, each team chose one natural disaster and developed a potential solution. All three teams chose to present their project as a skit. The students researched the problem, wrote the skits, created the props and presented their completed projects and solutions to the FLL judges. The 7th-grade team, SMS Survivors, finished in third place in the robot games and were one of the top four teams overall that advanced to the regional level competition taking place in February. The 5th-grade team, The Boogiebots, came in second place in the robot games. The 6th-grade team, The Infrared Blockheads, came in fifth place in the robot games, were finalists for the Core Values award and received the Judge’s Award for Best Team Spirit.

The Regional News Thursday, January 16, 2014

Community Notes Author-pilot Will Martin program at library Longtime Palos Park resident Will Martin, the aviator and author of “So I Bought an Air Force,” the true story of his perilous adventures in Somoza’s Nicaragua, will tell his story at the Palos Park Public Library on Saturday, Jan. 25, at 11 a.m. Martin will recount his close calls in the “rough-and-tumble world of 1960s Latin America from the cockpit of some of the hottest American aircraft ever built.” Call the library to register at 4481530, or visit the library online at palosparklibrary.org. The library is at 12330 Forest Glen Blvd.

Palos Heights. Meetings are held at Moraine Valley Church, 6300 W. 127th St., on second and fourth Wednesdays. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. and meetings start promptly at 1 p.m. Transportation, if needed, is available thru the Palos Heights Recreation Department. Call for pick up. Cost is $4 roundtrip. The club enjoys trips, informational speakers and live entertainment. Members meet their neighbors and make new friends. For more information, call President Edna Craig at 448-7498.

Palos Park library annual magazine sale

The Palos Park Public Library’s annual magazine sale will be held Palos Heights from Monday, Jan. 27, to Saturday, Submitted photos Senior Club Feb. 1. Tim Owens, of Oak Forest, waits to sample the brisket chili prepared by Jenny Windsor of membership opens Choose from a selection of past Baltimore, Md. The homestyle category returns to Orland Park’s competition this year, inviting Only in January and February is issues of popular magazines for local cooks to participate. membership open to join the Palos all ages. The prices are three Heights Senior Club. magazines for $1, or 50 cents per Residents must be 55 and older magazine. and cost is $20. Resident must also The library is at 12330 Forest have a Palos Heights mailing ad- Glen Blvd. in Palos Park. (448dress. This includes unincorporated 1530)

Don Cullum, of Houston, Texas, competed in last year’s Chilly Willie Chili Challenge. Cullum was in the Chicago area for a Boy Scout event and timed his visit to participate in Orland Park’s challenge, which draws chili aficionados from across the country.

Orland Chili Challenge simmers Jan. 25

Local cooks can compete in homestyle category

Recreation Roundup Miss Angie’s Music winter session Registration for Miss Angie’s Music winter session of Musikgarten classes at Palos Heights Parks and Recreation is now open. This 12-week session starts Jan. 27 and will include four levels: Family Music for Babies (newborn-16 months), Family Music for Toddlers (up to 3 years), Cycle of Seasons (ages 3 to 5), and Music Makers (5 to 7). Music activities are not only fun for children, but provide a host of benefits for early childhood development. Classes up to age 5 are designed for the child and an adult to participate in together; the Music Makers level is a dropoff class. Classes will be held at Palos Heights Parks and Recreation, 6601 W. 127th St. Teacher Angie Pope’s teaching

philosophy not only stresses the benefits of music for the child’s development, but also that the class environment fosters a feeling of community as well as a family music experience that can also be carried on at home. Each of the four levels of classes builds upon the last and introduces new skills to challenge the children as they mature. Class activities may include singing, playing percussion instruments, movement, and acting out stories to name a few. Optional materials for each class are available for purchase and include a CD and booklet of the music used in class, and instruments. Miss Angie’s Music was founded by Palos Heights resident and professional vocalist Angie Pope. To register, contact the Palos Heights Recreation Center, 6601 W. 127th St. Call 361-1807.

Orland Park’s annual Chilly Willie Chili Challenge contest and tasting event will return held Saturday, Jan. 25, at the Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 S. Ravinia Ave. The annual competition draws competitors from across the country. Public tasting at the competition begins at 2 p.m. and continues until the chili runs out. All-you-can-eat tasting cups will cost $5 each, with proceeds benefiting the Orland Park Theatre Troupe. Those who want to taste samples should arrive near the 2 p.m. start. “The village’s Chili Challenge is an annual winter favorite,”Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin said. People from across the country

The first Orland Grassland Volunteers meeting of the year will be held Tuesday, Jan. 21, at 7 p.m., at the Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 S. Ravinia Ave. Stephen Packard, founding director, Audubon-Chicago Region, is scheduled to discuss restoration and introduce his new blog titled “Strategies for Stewards: From Woods to Prairies.” (orland grassland.org)

Polar bear storytime

Children ages 4 and up are invited to a special storytime session about polar bears at the Palos Park Public Library this Saturday, Jan.18, at 1 p.m. Children will receive a polar bear buddy and create a den for it. Reguests are welcome to attend. freshments will be served. Email contact: swallowcliffdar@ The library is at 12330 Forest gmail.com. Glen Blvd. (448-1530)

Daughters of the American Revolution The Swallow Cliff Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18, at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. The NSDAR is a non-profit, non-political organization dedicated to preserving American history, securing America’s future through better education, and promoting patriotism. Membership in the DAR is “a unique opportunity to honor one’s lineage and heritage as a descendant of a patriot of the American Revolution.” Prospective members and

Sons of Italy Cook County Circuit Court Judge Russell W. Hartigan will address the Leone D’Oro Order of Sons of Italy on Tuesday, Jan. 28, at 7 p.m., at the Golden Lodge Eiche Turner Hall, 16767 S. 80th Ave. in Tinley Park. Judge Hartigan will discuss the Cook County Court system. Judge Hartigan is a graduate of St. Ignatius High School, De Paul University and received his law degree from John Marshal Law School. He was appointed a judge by the Illinois Supreme Court and was elected to his judicial position in 2010. As a lawyer, he engaged in civil trial practice in personal injury, municipal liability and workers compensation. Judge Hartigan also spent many years in the field of education.

year, the homestyle competition. Designed for locals who have always wanted to enter their chili in a contest, this category permits beans, which are normally not allowed in the competition. Cooks may compete in either red chili or homestyle but not both. The cost is $20 to compete for ICS members and $40 for non-members, which includes the $20 membership fee in ICS Homestyle. The membership fee allows a cook to compete in any homestyle contest for a year. ICS membership applications appear on the village’s entry forms or cooks may join the organization on the day of the event. All chili must be cooked from scratch on site on the day of Orland Park’s Chili Challenge. Beans,

Heights library youth programs • Friday Morning Fun — Children ages 2-6 can drop in at the Palos Heights Public Library for stories, music, treats and fun. This month’s theme: Let’s Be Friends. • Teen Gaming — Fridays, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., children in grades 6 and up can start off their weekend with some Wii and Xbox fun with friends. • Winnie the Pooh Party — All ages are invited to celebrate A.A. Milne’s birthday with stories, activities, a craft and cake on Saturday, Jan. 18, at 10 a.m. • Tiny Tots Story Hour — Children from birth to 23 months with an adult are invited to join the story time session on Mondays at 10 a.m.

Registration is required. • MLK Day Drop-In Craft — All ages are invited to make a craft in honor of Dr. King on January 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. • MLK Birthday Party — Hear stories, make a craft and enjoy some cake in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 20, at 4 p.m. For children ages 5 and up. • Terrific Twos Story Time — Children ages 24 to 35 months with an adult are invited to join the story time session on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Registration is required. • Pajama Time — On Tuesday, Jan. 21, at 7 p.m. children all ages can hear stories and do a craft. Wear your pjs and bring your blankie. • Teen Book Discussion — “Endangered” by Eliot Schrefer will be discussed Wednesday, Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. For grades 6 and up.

Heights library upcoming programs

The following will take place at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. • Thursdays at the Movies today will show the film “Up.” There will be three showings: 10 a.m. (with subtitles), 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. • Bring your projects to the Needle Club and enjoy the company of others while working on Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 10 a.m. to noon. New members always welcome. • Join others who love the game at the Scrabble Club on Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 1 to 3 p.m. New Heights library players always welcome. homebound program • The Tuesday Evening Book The Have Books-Will Travel Discussion on Jan. 21, at 7 p.m., will program provides free delivery discuss Billy Lynn’s “Long Halftime and pickup of library materials Walk” by Ben Fountain, available to individuals who reside in in- for pick up at the library. corporated Palos Heights who are • Learn how to take photos unable to get to the library due to on your iPhone or iPad at iPhotemporary or permanent illness, neography with Amy Hughes this

Little Learners preschool offers open house; signup Little Learners Preschool will hold an open house on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Palos Heights Recreation Center, 6601 W. 127th St. Attend the open house and receive at $50 off coupon to use towards Little Learners Registration. For more, call the Palos Parks and Recreation Department at 361-1807. Little Learners Preschool has an enhanced and unique curriculum that promotes a strong academic foundation, superior social skills, and healthy lifestyle skills. Little Learner instructors encourage creative expression thru dance,

and those living in nursing homes or assisted living facilities within Palos Heights. Call the library to request this service at 448-1473, or pick up the Have Books-Will Travel brochure at the library and fill out the enrollment section.

singing, art, yoga, daily aerobics, and even sign language. All children will receive the personal support and attention necessary to build trust and confidence, and parents are a part of the home-school learning connection that is fostered in order to continually develop skills. Most importantly, Little Learners is a caring and nurturing preschool where experienced instructors are committed to making all children feel special. 3 year old and 4 year old programs are available. Registration for the 2014-15 school year begins Feb. 1.

Dahlia Club starts 2014 All gardeners interested in growing spectacular dahlias are invited to join members of the Southtown Dahlia Club. The club will next meet on Sunday, Jan. 26, at 1 p.m., at the Crestwood Civic Center, 14025 S. Kostner Ave. in Crestwood. A slide presentation featuring the American Dahlia Society’s 2014 dahlia introductions will be shown. This presentation is one of the year’s most important meetings for viewing and selecting newly registered dahlias, available only by mail order from specialized growers (list available at http://www.dahlia.org). Anyone interested in viewing beautiful dahlias is welcome free of charge. Bring a friend. For more information, visit southtowndahliaclub.com/.

Sunday, Jan. 19, at 2 p.m. Bring your device with the latest iOS and download the free app Snapseed prior to class. Program is open to teens and adults. • Get to know two services provided by the Library to download free books, movies and music at Discover Freading & Freegal taking place on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. If you have one bring a laptop, tablet or Kindle Fire to this combination lecture/hands-on program. You must have a Palos Heights Library card to use these services. • Downsizing a lifetime of possessions is often an emotional and difficult task. Kristine Todd, professional organizer and relocation specialist, will explain how this process can be done in a compassionate and efficient manner at Downsizing for Seniors on Thursday, Jan. 23, at 10 a.m. • Join author Joe Ziemba for When Football was Football, a humorous look at the early days of professional football, on Thursday, Jan. 23, at 7 p.m. Program registration is always appreciated. Register online at palosheightslibrary.org, by phone at 448-1473, or in person. All programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.

Little Learners Preschool Open House! February 9th February 1st 10:00am-11:00am 10:00am-12:00pm Registration is now open for the 2013-2014 2014-2015 school school year! year!

Attend the open house and receive a $50 off certificate to use towards registration for Little Learners!

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macaroni, hominy or other similar ingredients are only permitted in the home-style category. Contestants are required to cook a minimum of two quarts of competition chili plus an additional gallon for the People’s Choice/Public Tasting. Judging is based on aroma, consistency, color, taste and after taste. Awards are presented to the top winners in each category. Approximately 100 volunteer judges are needed. Those willing to judge the competition should call 403-6166. Judges must be 18 years and older. Further details are available by calling or visiting the village of Orland Park Recreation Department, 14600 S. Ravinia Ave., 403-7275.

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compete, and residents help by voting for their favorite chilies and serving as judges, he added. The winner of the ICS competition at Orland Park will qualify to compete in the World Championship Chili Cook Off. The top winners in the CASI competition receive points to add to their totals qualifying cooks for the national competition held in Terlingua, Texas. Cooks may compete in ICS traditional red, salsa, verde or homestyle and/or in CASI traditional red chili. Cooks must be active ICS members to compete in the ICS Competition. Contestants must be 18 years or older to compete. The International Chili Society added its newest category last

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Crossword Puzzle “Name that Book”

Across 1. Goat sounds 5. Partner of 29-Down 9. Breakfast strips 14. Rights grp. 15. Captain of “Moby-Dick” 16. “___ in Wonderland” 17. Ernest Hemingway, 1926 20. Sends a phone message 21. Large coffee dispenser 22. Purring Persian, say 23. Funny Poehler 25. Extreme anger 26. Knotts and Johnson 27. John Steinbeck, 1937 32. Head of a school 33. Where to get a pedicure 34. McCartney and Walker 38. “___ not joking!” 39. Mexican parties 42. “The ___ of Pooh” 43. Ferguson or Kilborn 45. A pop 46. Japanese rice wine 47. Mario Puzo, 1969 51. Food that comes in a dozen 54. Place to park cars 55. Dallas coll. 56. Abbr. on business cards 57. Every last bit 58. Served like some beer 62. Joseph Conrad, 1899 67. Posh neckwear 68. “___ kleine Nachtmusik” (Mozart) 69. Manning and Whitney 70. Poor 71. Enjoy a good book 72. Take a breather

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6. “Gotcha!” 7. Buddy 8. Really silly 9. Farm structure 10. Boxing great 11. Classic TV series “The ___ Kid” 12. Atlantic or Pacific 13. Eagle homes 18. Military branch, for short 19. City in 35-Down 24. Sammy Davis, Jr.’s autobiography “___ Can” 25. Stuck 26. It’s in your genes 27. Pertaining to some poetry 28. Be scared of 29. Partner of 5-Across 30. Gorilla’s cousin 31. Computer image file type 35. Home state of the Osmonds

36. Superior, Huron or Michigan 37. Evening, in France 39. Letters between E and I 40. Media mogul Turner 41. Puppy sounds 44. “___ a girl!” 46. Shocking development 48. Cockney greeting 49. He might be putting on the green 50. One way to run 51. Patriot ___ Allen 52. Flying honkers 53. Candied, as fruits 57. Lawyer: abbr. 59. Prefix with marketer 60. Sale condition 61. “Hey you!” 63. Serling or Stewart 64. Rolled cube 65. Santa ___, California 66. Color of the sunset, sometimes

From Jan. 17, 1974

40 Years Ago This Week A new look for Arrowhead? If voters in Palos Heights School District 128 approve the $1.7 million bond referendum in the Feb. 9 election, a portion of the funds will be used to give a new look to Arrowhead school (as pictured above). Arrowhead School would become the district’s junior high school. Four new rooms would be added to the existing school, along with two science facilities, an art room, a music room, a library-media center and a gym with facilities for changing and showering. Crab Orchard School, the present junior high school, would be remodeled and used for kindergarten through 6th grades.

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The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares with the correct numbers. Each row of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each column of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9.

From Jan. 15, 2004

10 Years Ago This Week The new 7,200-square-foot Betty and Lowell Anderson Activity Center will be a welcome addition to The Center in Palos Park. Construction on the activity center, just north of the Children’s Farm, began in October. It will be used as a gathering place for children’s groups, such as Boy and Girl Scouts, church youth and 4-H clubs, and schoolchildren on field trips.

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Vorva’s Notebook by Jeff Vorva (Continued from page 3)

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WHATIZIT?

4, 2014 race on Friday, and while the emotions from the Boston bombings are in the past, they aren’t forgetting that tragic event, either. In the coming months, there will be a game plan for security but it doesn’t figure to be a severe. “The terrorism created as huge problem for our race,” Prestinario said on Friday. “It happened soon before our race. The police and fire department and city will be discussing what level they will supply services and security for this year. “I don’t think it will be at the level of last year. Knock on wood, this won’t be an issue. The security last year was unbelievable. We had more security than probably any race you have seen.’’ Palos Heights Sgt. Jeff Crowley had a big hand in security last year. This year, Sgt. Adam Nagy will take over for Crowley but Crowley was at Friday’s meeting in Nagy’s absence and agreed with Prestinario’s assessment. “We incorporated a lot of things last year because of international events’’ Crowley said. “We don’t anticipate we’re going to do that much again. But we will go over all of that.’’ There figures to be a fair presence of security this year but not as prevalent as last year. Outsiders may scoff that last year was overkill. After all, why would a terrorist want to make a statement by bombing a race in Palos Heights? But at the time it made sense. It was an uncertain time and it was smart to be too cautious than to underplay the safety of thousands.

Well it looked like you were discom-bob-ulated by Bob Rakow’s photo of his boiler cap lid gasket for his Krup’s cappuccino maker, which he sold for seven smacks on e-Bay. Few tried. All failed. The WHATIZIT? contestants were finally stumped for the first time since Jason Whatzizname abandoned you good folks. Incorrect guesses were a knob for a gas stove, a radiator cap, a gas cap, an old car radio knob, a car dent remover and a rotary switch knob. Vorva is back in the saddle with what could be another toughie. The clue is that it’s not cocaine or any other drug, but it could aid some people in getting really high. Send those guesses by Monday night to thereporter@ 10K saves the day comcast.net with WHATIZIT? in The seventh running of the race the subject line and don’t forget has been saved and it looks like your name and hometown. it will be alive and will be for

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Last year, there was still plenty of fun at the First Midwest Bank Half Marathon as Tinley Park’s Rold Talusan crossed the finish line (below) wearing an anatomy running suit. But there was also a serious law enforcement presence and police helicopters at the event. three years, thanks to the First Midwest Bank sponsorship. But it was almost shut down because of costs. During the holidays, it was still up in the air. But adding the 10K race to the half marathon could defray some costs. “We talked about it and I met with Mel [Jan. 2] and we did some numbers and figured out what we needed,” Prestinario said. “At that time, we had to decide if we wanted to do it another three years. It was close. “People don’t understand that the cost of running this race from top to bottom is expensive.” Presitinario added. “We needed to do something to bring in more runners. A 10K was the most natural way.’’

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Pick of the Litter By John R. Fleming, DVM After 33 years of practice, it still amazes me that some people don’t know that pets get diabetes. We’ve come a long way since Drs. Banting and Best (Canadian physicians) discovered insulin. In fact, in their discovery process they used dogs in their research. Dogs were treated with insulin before the first human being, Leonard Thompson. Their work with dogs began around 1920. Several years later, treatment of humans began. In my reading last week I came across an old November, 1904 veterinary journal article that was very interesting and I thought I’d like to share it with you. By the way, the cost of the journal was $1 per year. Diabetes. A disease lasting months, slow in development, but sure in effect and usually terminating in death. This condition, diabetes mellitus, in the dog, as in man, is one which rapidly depletes the whole animal, the muscular tissue apparently melting on the bones. The earliest symptom manifested is lassitude, followed shortly by weakness and emaciation, all these symptoms in spite of the good appetite which is nearly always present, as well as a great desire for water, which is drank in

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Meet our tech Ashley and her new little Boozer, named after the Bulls’ Carlos Boozer. large quantities. The urine voided is not only greater in quantity, but is passed often, the specific gravity increased to 1.050. A common sequel of diabetes is blindness due in some cases to ulceration of the cornea of the eye, but in the majority of cases to cataract and usually affecting both eyes. It will be observed that in cases where ulceration of the cornea (outer eyeball) takes place,

hemorrhages from the rectum, vomiting and coughing usually appear after the ulceration has appeared, in such cases recovery frequently takes place and the animal is restored to his normal condition. To treat such a condition the first step must be to correct the diet, being careful that all sugarforming food stuffs are eliminated, such as starch, potatoes, bread,

sugar, etc., and in their stead, meats, oils, fats, eggs, etc., should be given exclusively. Where ulceration has taken place, good results will follow the application of the yellow oxide of mercury, six grains to one drachm of white Vaseline, use in the eye, under eyelids, once daily. To detect the disease positively, the urine may be examined in the following manner. Collect a small quantity of urine in a thin glass vessel, adding to it a 15 percent solution of caustic potash. To this strong alkaline solution add a few drops of a solution of the sulphate of copper until the fluid becomes deep blue in color. Hold the vessel over a gas jet or alcoholic lamp and should the dark blue color gradually change to yellow, or orange precipitate be thrown down to the bottom of the vessel, then you may be sure the urine contains over 5 percent of sugar. (Dr. John J. Millar) It came to me that every time I lose a dog, they take a piece of my heart with them, and every new dog who comes into my life gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are. — Anonymous

Stock up on good health by Dee Woods

The bugs are here! Time to fight back One of the most dangerous present disasters, especially in the United States, is the surfacing of drug resistant bugs. We’ve been warned about the overuse of antibiotics, yet the prescriptions keep pouring in for antibiotics, even against viruses that do not respond to antibiotics. We are exposed to antibiotics in our meat, milk and dairy and most people have been prescribed antibiotics for simple colds or flus. In fact, it has hit even more severely among those with sexually transmitted diseases. They are actually becoming untreatable and they no longer react to Penicillin. Germs have found a way to avoid all the costly drugs on the market. Modern medicine is in crisis, not only from the implementation of the “Affordable Care Act”, but from the onslaught of bacterium that refuse to die—superbugs.

News reports have disclosed a Chicago area hospital that has been hit by a new bug that actually ‘eats’ and destroys antibiotics, rendering them useless. Now, that’s scary. So, when I read the December issue of “Second Opinion” by Dr. Robert Rowen, I felt a bit more comfortable about why we must seek alternative and integrative sources to address what convention has ignored and is helpless in treating. In the early 1900d, until 1962, there was a cumbersome, but effective, method of addressing these bugs, according to Rowen. The method was known as UBI (ultra-violet blood irradiation). It came about in the early 1900s when doctors successfully used ultra-violet skin exposure to kill topical skin bacteria. It is used today. Physicians then began drawing

about seven ounces of an infected patient’s blood, exposing it to a special ultraviolet light wavelength and then re-introduced the blood into the patient. It provided exceptional effectiveness, in fighting dangerous bacteria of all types, according to Rowen. In fact, he says, the method, reduced blood viscosity (thickness) and actually helped blood flow itself. Just seven ounces of treated blood was able to cause the elimination of bacteria throughout the system. The practice was discontinued because now there were wonder drugs, especially sulfa drugs. It was discovered the UBI system was not working among patients who were also taking the sulfa drugs. The entire practice was then given up. Rowen believes it’s time to train physicians in UBI in order to overcome the medical crisis now upon us.

Just like the old song, it appears everything old is new again. Yes, the method is cumbersome, and yes, many doctors don’t have a clue about the method, but it appears there is an emergency here. The pharmaceuticals are working overtime to develop something that will kill the new treacherous culprits, and they may well be able to do it down the road, but until they do, Rowen says, find an alternative physician who is trained in UBI. We may need to encourage doctors to seek information on the method and while it may not be applicable for every case of infection, it appears to be a decent beginning to addressing a medical dilemma. Dee Woods runs every first and third Thursday of the month. She can be reached at deewoods@ comcast.net.

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Watch what you eat, and think In ancient Egypt, around 400 to 55 A.D., the fad of the day was for men to become hermits. Some lived alone, while others lived in monasteries, but most of them knew one another and on Sundays they all gathered for Mass. According to one story, the last hermit to arrive to the monastery one day was refused entry because of his disheveled appearance -- until they realized the man was the one they knew as Anthony, later St. Anthony. For those of you unfamiliar with St. Anthony, he is said to have lived a life of miracles. The story goes that he lived to be 103 years old despite subsisting on a diet of only bread and water. Fast forward to today, to another tale of a man denied because of his appearance. Small in stature, unshaven and unbathed, he appeared for breakfast one day at a corner diner, but the waitress assigned to his station refused to serve him. Another waitress agreed to wait on him instead, and treated him as she would any other patron – with kindness and respect. She even bought him his second cup of coffee. The story goes that he died a year later, leaving the kind waitress more than a million dollars. The moral of such stories is that you never know who you may be dealing with, and that we should treat all people equally despite their appearance, religion, ethnicity or personal beliefs. That is what the Bible says. They may be saints, or they may have the intent to bestow gifts of gratitude upon the first kind soul they meet that day. Unfortunately, today we live in an upside down world where belligerence and ignorance is not only accepted but often applauded. Turn on the news any day of any hour of the week and you’ll either hear stories of hatred and discrimination, or you’ll see two clowns arguing over the lat-

est political talking point. Both are usually wrong, and both are usually equally arrogant. These people know not how to behave properly or how to treat other people, yet they’ll harp on one another as if they’re experts on those things and more! They are also unaware of the severe and dangerous stress they are building inside them, and how this stress will ultimately sicken or kill them. They are already sick in the mind, and despite the fact they may be wealthy and enjoy prestigious careers acting like an idiots, are certainly not happy. Happy people don’t argue with their fellow men for the sake of inflating their own egos. Doctors’ offices today are filled with people who are “stressed out,” usually by their own inability to cope with the lives they have built for themselves. They are unconsciously building stress with their secret fears, and are dwelling on things they cannot change. I read a story about an 8-year-old boy who when asked what he was afraid of, said “dying.” How sad is it that a little boy, who should be concerned only with playing and doing well in school, is afraid of dying? In these days much courage and calmness must be practiced. We need to stop the unnecessary running around, which makes our lives hectic. We must get rid of offensive thoughts about how we are going to deal with the economy or the political situation. These are not thoughts that should occupy the mind, for life is so much greater than those ultimately trivial issues. We must refocus on living our own lives as best we can, to be the best people we can be; fretting about who the president is, or who will be the next president, or how will we turn the economy around, is wasted thought and wasted energy that could be better used thinking constructively or coming up with a solution to

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front of a television listening to misguided opinions about war, money and politics, or any of the other garbage that pollutes the airwaves. Reading about good stuff will calm your mind, instead of getting you worked up about things you cannot change. Start this New Year right by getting right with yourself. Start incorporating more fruits, vegetables and herbs into your diet, and reap the rewards.

Anthony Scarano is not a doctor. He is an Evergreen Park resident, winemaker and certified naturopath. Suggestions in your life’s own issues. this space are solely the opinions Diet is one of the best tools of Mr. Scarano based on years of to help you through. Learn how independent study and personal to cook, and educate yourself experience, and may not be benon what foods feed your body eficial to health. Wine should band mind, instead of polluting be consumed in moderation, as it and contributing to break overindulgence may be harmful down. Learn about vitamins to health. and minerals, about how the elements on the periodic table you learned in sixth grade factor into good health. Read good books and magazines, and articles about food and health. This is a pleasant way to pass the time, instead of rotting your brain in

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Michelle Culligan, a mammography tech at the Palos Community Hospital Women’s Center, shows the Selenia Dimensions breast tomosynthesis system, which produces three-dimensional images of the breast tissue.

Palos Hospital’s Women’s Center offers 3D mammography screening Provides improved breast cancer detection Early detection is key in the fight against breast cancer, and Palos Community Hospital’s Women’s Center offers 3D mammography to help screen for the disease at more treatable stages. With breast tomosynthesis, a three-dimensional image of the breast tissue is produced, helping radiologists identify and characterize individual breast structures without the confusion of overlapping tissue. “Although extremely good, regular 2D mammography does not find all cancers,” says Erwin Thimm, M.D., a radiologist at Palos Community Hospital. “Approximately 10 percent of breast cancers are not seen by regular mammography and therefore, there is always a push for improvements.” Adding a 3D mammogram to a traditional 2D mammogram only takes an additional five seconds and the benefits are shown in the numbers. Tomosynthesis has a 40 percent higher invasive cancer detection rate than conventional 2D mammography alone. The technology gives radiologists increased confidence with up to a 40 percent reduction in recall rates. The tomosynthesis screening experience is similar to a traditional mammography. During the exam, multiple, low-dose images of the breast are acquired at dif-

ferent angles. These images are then used to create a series of one-millimeter thick slices that can be viewed as a 3D reconstruction of the breast. Breast tomosynthesis should benefit most screening and diagnostic mammography patients, and is especially valuable for women receiving a baseline screening, those who have dense breast tissue and women with a history of breast cancer. Dr. Thimm urges women to receive yearly mammograms, whether tomosynthesis is available to them or not. “Multiple studies have shown mammography increases survival rates,” he says. “And it’s not just getting a mammogram but getting one every year that’s important. Studies clearly show annual screenings, starting at age 40, save lives.” Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women, exceeded only by lung cancer. Statistics indicate one in eight women will develop breast cancer. The stage at which breast cancer is detected influences a woman’s chance of survival. According to the American Cancer Society, if detected early, the five-year survival rate is 98 percent. Breast tomosynthesis is now available at the Women’s Health Center, at 17333 S. LaGrange Road, in Tinley Park. To schedule a mammogram, call 827-2030 and be sure to request breast tomosynthesis.

Health Beat Blood pressure checks: Orland Twp. Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., will hold free blood pressure screenings from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Fridays, Jan. 17, Feb. 7 and March 7. No appointment is necessary. (403-4222.)

Total lipid testing at Orland Twp. Orland Township will hold total lipid profile testing on Jan. 16, Feb. 20 and March 20, from 8:30 to 11 a.m., at 14807 S. Ravinia Ave. Residents may have total cho-

lesterol levels read, as well as triglycerides, LDL (bad cholesterol) and HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol). A 9- to 12-hour fast is required; however, participants should drink water prior to the lipid test. The price of the test is $25 for residents. Non-residents may also participate for $30. Free blood pressure and glucose testing for an additional $5 ($10 for nonresidents) are also available on this day. An appointment is necessary and participants must bring proof of residency on the day of testing. To make an appointment, call 403-4222.

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Death Notices Basil G. Chronis, M.D.

Community Hospital in Palos Heights. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Visitation was held at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home on Jan. 12. A funeral service was held at the funeral home on Jan. 13. Interment was held at Chapel Hill Gardens South cemetery in Oak Lawn. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Mr. Triezenberg is survived by his son, Donald; four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Mr. Triezenberg was born in Alyce R. Pordugal Chicago. He was a retired eduâ&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Alyce R. Pordugal, 84, of cator, having served as principal Palos Park, died Jan. 3 at Palos of Fenger and Eisenhower high Community Hospital in Palos schools and assistant superintenHeights. dent for Blue Island schools. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; A funeral Mass was offered at Our Lady of the Woods Catholic Loretta M. Word Church in Orland Park on Jan. 8. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Loretta M. Word, nĂŠe Barr, age Burial was held at Holy Sepulchre 100, died Jan. 8 at Windsor Manor Cemetery in Worth. Nursing Home in Palos Hills. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Mrs. Pordugal is survived by â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; A private inurnment was held Submitted photo her sons, Lawrence, Thomas and at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Francis J. Higgins Matthew; and brother, Richard Worth. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Francis J. Higgins, age 61, of Rayner. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Mrs. Word is survived by her Palos Park, died Jan. 7. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Mrs. Pordugal was born in Chi- grandchildren Mark (Denise) and â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; St. Alexander School in Palos Heights recently celebrated Colonial Days as part of their study of â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Beloved husband of Alina (nee cago. She was a retired Chicago Greg (Martha) Schwieger and her early American history. Augustinius). Devoted father of school teacher, nearing 40 years great-grandchildren Alex, Nick, â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Fifth-graders rotated through eight stations and experienced a variety of activities that colonists may Brian (Katie) and Benjamin. service. She was a member of Jackie, Bill and Molly. have participated in during the early days of our country. Students made butter, learned basic weaving, Loving grandfather of Hannah. DePaul Alumni. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Mrs. Word was born in Ironton, wrote with a quill and created other crafts of that time period. The afternoon ended with a traditional Dear brother of Thomas Higgins Ohio. She was a secretary. treat of apple cider and cornbread. and Stanley Syper. Many years George Triezenberg â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Arrangements were entrusted â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; St. Alexander is a Nationally Recognized Blue Ribbon School. A Prospective Family Open House of service with Lapham-Hickey â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; George Triezenberg, 93, of Or- to Thornridge Funeral Home, will kick off Catholic Schools Week on Saturday, Jan. 25, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. For information or to Steel Corp. land Park, died Jan. 10 at Palos Orland Park. register, call 448-0408 or visit the school website, stalexanderschool.com. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Basil G. Chronis, M.D. age 87, of Palos Park, died Jan. 7 at Naples Physicians Hospital in Naples, Fla. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Beloved husband of Demetra (nee Karakourtis). Devoted father of George (Connie), Helen and Paul (Stacey). Loving grandfather of Arianna, Ian, Evans, Basil, Demi, Elena and Niki. Dear brother of Constantino, Panagioti and the late Sotiri. Dr. Chronis served the community for 50 years as an obstetrician-gynecologist. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Visitation was held Sunday at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home in Palos Hills. Friends and family gathered Monday for service at Saints Constantine and Helen Church in Palos Hills. Interment was held at Evergreen Cemetery. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Dr. Chronis was born in Greece. He was a physician.

â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Visitation was held Friday at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home in Palos Hills. Funeral was held Saturday from the funeral home to St. Jane de Chantal Church for Mass. Interment was held at St. Casimir Lithuanian Cemetery. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at palosgaidasfh.com 9744410. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Mr. Higgins was born in Chicago.

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Saint Michael School gives a High 5 for the Daily 5 â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; One 2nd-grade student sits quietly at her desk, another is underneath the teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s desk, two sit nicely on the floor, and all are reading a book that suits their interest. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; This is how 2nd-graders at Saint Michael School in Orland Park are learning to read. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Last year, the school implemented a new teaching tool to the second grade curriculum called the Daily 5. The program offers students five daily choices to use to improve their reading skills and comprehension. Those five choices include: reading to themselves; reading to someone; working on writing; listening to reading; and word work. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; According to the Daily 5 website (thedailycafe.com), the program â&#x20AC;&#x153;is more than a management system or a curriculum framework â&#x20AC;&#x201D; it is a structure that helps students develop the daily habits of reading, writing, and working independently that will lead to a lifetime of literacy independence.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;This structure allows us to meet the needs of each student as an individual learner,â&#x20AC;? said Laura Drabeck, one of the three 2ndgrade teachers at St. Michael. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; This year, the school is using the Daily 5 framework with math. The students will do math individually, math writing, partner math, math work, and math technology. The structure is the same as for literacy; a mini lesson is given on the topic, and then students

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Because he loves us, God does not overlook evil â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Q: If God loves everyone, then why wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t everyone go to heaven when they die? It seems to me that if He really loved us, Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d overlook the bad things weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done and welcome us into heaven anyway. Or maybe He doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really love us. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Z.N. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; A: I want to assure you as strongly as I can that God really does love us. He loves us far more than we can ever imagine

love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for usâ&#x20AC;? (Romans 5:8). â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; But God isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t only kind and loving; He also is holy and just. And because He is just, you can be confident that evil will not go unpunished. Do you honestly believe that God should ignore the evils of a Hitler or Stalin? Should He overlook the evils of a child abuser or terrorist or swindler? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take lightly either Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love or Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s justice â&#x20AC;&#x201D; for both are true. But also donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take lightly His offer of forgiveness and new life in Christ. Someday you will die and enter eternity, and then it will be too late. Instead, make your commit to Jesus Christ today. The Bible says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now is the time Submitted photo of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favor, now is the day of Wayside Chapel Saint Michael School 2nd-graders Elise Stoub and Samantha Launâ&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Led by Rev. Chris Hopkins, the salvationâ&#x20AC;? (2 Corinthians 6:2). drie read to one another during a Daily 5 exercise. service for families with children â&#x20AC;&#x201A;â&#x20AC;&#x201A; (Send your queries to â&#x20AC;&#x153;My Palos Park of any ages. Weather permitting, Answer,â&#x20AC;? c/o Billy Graham, engage in Daily 5 activities where Robyn Blake, of Orland Park, â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; A Sunday morning Family Ser- an outdoor walk may follow the Billy Graham Evangelistic they can practice skills at their whose son Ryan participated in vice will be held on Jan. 19 at 10 service. Association, 1 Billy Graham own level while teachers work the program last year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because a.m. at The Center at 12700 South- â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; For further information, call Parkway, Charlotte, N.C., 28201; with small groups or individual he was not forced to read and was west Highway in Palos Park. The Center at 361-3650. call 1-(877) 2-GRAHAM, or visit students with reinforcement or able to choose books and read at the Web site for the Billy Graham enrichment. The teachers also his own pace or with a friend he Evangelistic Association: www. are conferencing with students really got into it. He still enjoys billygraham.org.) regarding their math skills, and reading today, which I am thrilled setting individual goals based on about.â&#x20AC;? their strengths or weaknesses. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; To learn more about the Daily â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are competing with some 5, Saint Michael School, a 2013 great public school systems,â&#x20AC;? says recipient of the National Blue RibPrincipal Bernadette Cuttone. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By bon School of Excellence award, â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Army National Guard Pvt. cal fitness, first aid, and Army differentiating ourselves with the will host its annual open house Sean B. Sroka has graduated history, core values and tradiDaily 5, not only are we teaching on Sunday, Jan. 26, starting at 10 from basic infantry training at tions. the children the life-long skill of a.m. at the school, 14355 Highland Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Sroka is the son of Anna and literacy and mathematics, but how Ave., Orland Park. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; During the nine weeks of train- Eugene Sroka of Orland Park. to really love learning.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; For more information on the St. ing, the soldier received training â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; He is a graduate of Sandburg â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Daily 5 was a great way Michael School visit saintmike. in drill and ceremonies, weapons, High School. He earned a bacheto get my son to enjoy reading, org or call 349-0068. map reading, tactics, military lorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in 2011 from Northwhich was always a battle,â&#x20AC;? says â&#x20AC;&#x201D; St. Michael School courtesy, military justice, physi- ern Illinois University, DeKalb.

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Are you prepared for the unexpected? When you’re working to achieve your financial objectives, you will encounter obstacles. Some of these can be anticipated — for example, you won’t be able to invest as much as you want for retirement because you have to pay for your mortgage. Other challenges can’t be easily anticipated, but you can still plan for them — and you should. Obviously, the word “unexpected,” by definition, implies an unlimited number of possibilities. However, at different stages of your life, you may want to watch for some “expected” unexpected developments. For example, during your working years, be prepared for the following: • Emergency expenses — If you needed a major car or home repair, could you handle it? What about a temporary job loss? These events are costly — especially if you are forced to dip into your long-term investments to pay for them. To help guard against these threats, try to build an emergency fund containing six to 12 months’ worth of living expenses, held in a liquid, low-risk account. • Investment risk and market volatility — Extreme price swings are unpredictable, and they can affect your investment success. To defend yourself against wild gyrations in the market, build a diversified portfolio containing quality investments. While diversification, by itself, can’t protect against loss or guarantee profits, it can help reduce

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the effect of volatility on your portfolio. And here’s one more thing you can do to cope with the ups and downs of investing: Maintain a long-term perspective. By doing so, you won’t be tempted to overreact to shortterm downturns. • Long-term disability — Onethird of all people between the ages of 30 and 64 will become disabled at some point, according to the Health Insurance Association of America. Disabilities can be economically devastating. As part of your benefits package, your employer may offer some disability insurance, but you may need to supplement it with private coverage. • Premature death — None of us can really predict our longevity. If something happens to you, would your family be able to stay in your home? Could your children still attend college? To protect these goals, you need adequate life insurance. As you approach retirement, and during your retirement years, you may want to focus on these challenges: • Living longer than expected

— You probably don’t think that “living longer than expected” is necessarily a bad thing. However, a longer-than-anticipated life span also carries with it the risk of outliving your money. Consequently, you may want to consider investment solutions that can provide you with an income stream that you can’t outlive. Also, you’ll need to be careful about how much you withdraw each year from your various retirement and investment accounts. • Need for long-term care — If you had to stay a few years in a nursing home, the cost could mount to hundreds of thousands of dollars. These expenses could jeopardize your financial security, so you’ll need to protect yourself. You could “self-insure,” but as that would be extremely costly, you may want to “transfer the risk” to an insurance company. A financial professional can help explain your choices. None of us can foresee all the events in our lives. But in your role as an investor, you can at least take positive steps to prepare for the unexpected — and those steps should lead you in the right direction as you move toward your important goals. Jim Van Howe is a financial advisor with Edward Jones Investments, in Palos Heights. His office is at 7001 W. 127th St. He can be reached at 361-3400. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

Retire Smart by Jill Schlesinger

Who wants to remember bad milestones? Do we really need to go back five years, when the S&P 500 closed out the disastrous 2008 at 903.25? Most of us would prefer to focus on the fact that the index has more than doubled since those dark days. Still, it can be instructive to be mindful of the lessons from that painful period. According to Allianz Life Insurance Company’s 5th annual New Year’s Resolution Survey, “many Americans seem to have forgotten the trauma it [the financial crisis] caused to their portfolios and may now have a false sense of security about their current financial well-being.” This is human nature and behavioral economists even have a name for it: “recency bias,” which means that what has occurred in the near past tends to inform how we feel and what we do today. The problem with recency bias is that it can push us into making emotional decisions at the wrong time. So at the depths of market lows in 2008, we feel scared and sell everything and vow to take better care of our financial lives. Then five years later, with the economy and markets in recovery, the Allianz survey shows that only 16 percent of respondents said they would include financial planning in their resolutions for 2014. Whether you call it a resolution or a plan, here’s what I have learned after being in the business for 25 years: It’s easier to reach a financial goal when you articulate it and create a plan of action to achieve it. The problem is that simply thinking about a financial plan, let alone running

the numbers that are necessary to complete it, can be daunting. You need not go overboard with this process. While many financial planners will create comprehensive plans that aim to tackle every area of your life, a simple way to start is to address what I like to call “The Big Three Financial Goals”: 1. Zero consumer debt (credit card, auto loans) 2. Adequate emergency reserve funds (6-12 month’s worth of expenses; 12-24 months for retirees) 3.Maximization of retirement contributions ($17,500 for 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans, with an additional $5,500 catch up contribution available if you are over the age of 50; and $5,500 for IRAs, with an additional $5,500 catch up contribution). This step includes ensuring that you have a properly diversified portfolio which is consistent with your risk tolerance level. For many, conquering the Big Three will require some time and energy. The process may even call for you to (gasp) figure out where your money is going. The easiest way to do that is to track your expenses for three months. After doing so, you may find that there’s extra money available to help your efforts. Once you have these covered the Big Three, it’s time for the nuts and bolts of financial security: drafting/updating wills and other estate documents and reviewing insurance coverage (life, disability, long-term care and property and casualty). These are not sexy topics, like investing can be, but without them, your financial

Poker by Corwin Cole

Bold players, bold plays win out in the end People sometimes ask whether certain poker players just “have what it takes” and others don’t. In at least one way, the answer is yes. I have consistently seen one personality trait among great players that weak players lack: boldness. Playing without fear, neither of money nor of losing, is a hallmark of many dominant players in the poker world. Some of my colleagues recently discussed a hand in which a superior player threw away his advantage by worrying about the money at risk. With a little more than $1,000 in play in a $2/$5 no-limit hold ‘em game, the stakes were higher than usual for our hero, as typical buy-ins ranged from $350 to $500. He was dealt 9s 8s in early position and elected to call, after which a loose and mediocre opponent, sitting with more than $1,000 himself, raised to $20 from middle position. Two other opponents called from the button and the small blind, both weak players. Our hero also called, and four people saw a flop of Js 5h 6s.

The pre-flop raiser was the first to decide to bet, tossing out $80, nearly the size of the pot. After the button folded, the small blind called. Holding 9s 8s here gave my colleague some different options. His flush draw and inside straight draw added up to about a 45 percent chance of making a monster hand by the end. With no hand yet but a good chance of making one, he could reasonably take either a passive or aggressive approach. He decided to just call and see a turn. Three players remained and the pot had grown to $325 when the 10c landed. Again, the original aggressor was the first to bet, and he made another strong one: $300. The small blind folded, and our hero felt that it was time to leverage the power of his draws and become aggressive. He went all in for about $900, leaving his opponent with a decision to call for $600 more. After some agonized groaning, he made the call, complaining that he just couldn’t fold, and tabled Ad Ah. The Kc on the river changed nothing, and our hero had lost

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Marquette Bank recently completed its seventh annual Adopt-a-Soldier Program, which sends care packages to troops stationed overseas and in the U.S. during the holiday season. Throughout October and November, Marquette Bank collected donations from customers, employees and neighbors to be included in the care packages. More than 80 care packages were assembled and shipped to soldiers from Illinois stationed overseas, whose names were submitted by customers, neighbors and bank employees. security could be at risk. “Our Adopt-a-Soldier Program is a great to show our support for the troops that are serving their coun With those basic steps covered, try and who are on duty during the holidays,” Georgeanne Krueger, assistant vice president, said. “We now comes the hard part: time to wanted to send them something to brighten up their holidays and give them a reminder of home.” prioritize what comes next. Do Packages were prepared by Marquette Bank employees and included snacks, personal hygiene you want to buy a house in the products, DVDs, games, calling cards and other items not readily available in combat zones. Items next year or two? If so, you may were collected at all Marquette Bank locations. need to channel all available cash Pictured above, Marquette Bank employees Carol Wagge (from left), Julia Quinones and Jolina flow into a down payment fund. Govia prepare care packages for U.S. troops stationed overseas as part of Marquette Bank’s AdoptAre you ready to set aside some a-Soldier Program. of your precious free cash flow for The annual Marquette Bank Adopt-a-Soldier Program is an employee-driven effort that is part of your kids in a Section 529 Plan Marquette Bank’s Neighborhood Commitment, where each quarter the bank focuses on a different or would you prefer to aim for area of need – shelter, hunger, education and health/wellness. 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McCord Gallery presents young talents exhibit Known for its supportive environment for artists and musicians, McCord Gallery & Cultural Center in Palos Park is dedicating the first quarter of the year to presenting the artwork of high school students and recent graduates. Visitors will be treated to a wide variety of media, including photography, ceramics, computer art, paintings both realistic and abstract, drawings and mixed media design projects. The first exhibit in the series features the students of Sandburg High School now through Monday, Feb. 3. The public is invited to a reception for the students this Sunday, Jan. 19, from 2 to 4 p.m. McCord Gallery & Cultural Center is located at 9602 W. Creek Road (129th and La Grange Road). For more information, call 671-0648 or visit mccordgallery.org.

“Lena” by Kelsey Kretzer.

Is something gaining on you? (From Jan. 16, 1986) For many years, I have treasured a copy of baseball immortal Satchel Paige’s six rules for staying young. It’s not that I believe there is any permanent way, you understand, but I want the advantage of whatever knowledge there is on the subject. Not that Satch had any book learning on the retention of youth. But surely anyone able to keep fanning batters as long as he did must have known something most people don’t know about how to keep the muscles limber and the eyesight keen. Here are the six rules and my comments: 1. “Avoid fried meats, which angry up the stomach.” We all know that fried foods of all kinds are hard to digest, high in calories and cholesterol. 2. “If your stomach disputes

you, lie down and pacify it with cool thought.” Who doesn’t know that getting angry may upset the stomach and send the blood pressure soaring? 3. “Keep the juices flowing by jangling around gently as you move.” This one may be hard to follow, but it is certain that anything done gently is sure to be easier on the digestion — and the body in general — that something done in anger or haste. If “jangling” includes gentle exercise, so much the better. 4. “Go very lightly on the vices, such as carrying on in society.” We assume that the vices Satch refers to are such practices as drinking too much, or making passes at other men’s wives. 5. “Avoid running at all times.” It’s a good thing Satch didn’t live to behold joggers perspiring along every park drive, city street and

suburban lane. But to those of us who wouldn’t be caught running — and probably would pass out if we tried — Satch’s warning is welcome indeed. 6. “Don’t look back. Something may be gaining on you.” Besides this one, all the others fade into insignificance. The “something” may be one of a number of things. If for instance, one looks back on a time when we could be up half the night with a sick child, teach school or edit news all day, cook a company dinner and stay up late with guests and still get up early the next morning, something has indeed, gained on us. Or, if from the back of the closet one resurrects a suit that fit perfectly a few years ago, but now won’t go around one’s middle, something has gained on us all right.

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(1914 1995) Or if an elder starts saying disapprovingly, “Now, when I was young,” something is gaining on him that will keep on gaining until he becomes more or less isolated from younger people. Or if one gets temperish at ordinarily incidents that are part of one’s environment, or vocally disgusted at the general human muddleheadedness, something called loneliness is bound to be gaining on us. Old Satch was no psychiatrist, but he knew something about how to live happily and therefore, more likely, longer.

Auditions for Orland Township’s Senior American Idol have been moved from Thursday, Jan. 23, to Thursday, Feb. 20. Auditions will be held in the Orland Township Activity Center, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave.,Orland Park. Check-in on Feb. 20 is at 5:45 p.m. Auditions are open to seniors ages 55 and older and require participants to perform a song of their choice (no more than two minutes in length) acapella in front of a panel of judges. Auditions are free. If chosen to be a contestant for the show in May, participants will be required to pay the contestant fee of $30. Call Orland Township at 403-4222 to register for auditions. Orland Township Senior American Idol benefits the Orland Township Scholarship Foundation. The event will be held at Georgio’s Banquets, 8800 W. 159th St., Orland Park, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, May

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Warmer packing snow The Hagey family sent this one on Sunday: “With the warmer weather over the weekend, we were able to have some fun in the snow. We made ‘The Tallest Snowman in Palos Heights,’ standing about 10 feet tall,” they said.

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Chargers take a tumble against Porters By Ken Karrson Twelve wins in 16 tries should create a sense of satisfaction in everyone involved with the achievement. So why is Stagg coach John Daniels not a happy man at the moment? The Chargers’ fourth loss offered the reason. That defeat, which was handed down by Lockport last Thursday night, featured Stagg in a lessthan-flattering light. While the Porters have been a stalwart within the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue for a number of seasons, the 2013-14 campaign hasn’t been their best. The 51-41 win over the Chargers lifted Lockport just above the .500 plateau, but Daniels had no difficulty declaring the Porters the better team in this latest meeting between the schools. “We have a saying — play hard, play smart, play together — but we didn’t represent the image we want as a program,” he said. “I was very disappointed in our effort. “For years, I’ve talked about trying to build a good reputation and getting respect [for Stagg]. We’re there, but along with that comes the responsibility of playing up to everybody’s best effort. “Right now, we’re a very marked team and [Lockport] came in jacked up — they played harder

than us and took it to us. It’s almost like the roles were switched [from past years].” As an illustration of that, Daniels pointed to the Porters’ 12 offensive rebounds in the contest. Eight of their 28 first-half points were generated on second chances, and Lockport’s physicality helped stake it to an 11-point lead by intermission. The Chargers (12-4, 2-2) didn’t fade away after that, but Porters boss Lawrence Thompson was in no hurry to give Stagg any sort of emotional boost. “Lockport tried taking the air out of the ball and working the clock,” Daniels said. “It was a good game plan he had.” That didn’t prevent the Chargers from eventually narrowing the gap to three points, but they were unable to complete a comeback. Contributing to that failed attempt were 12 missed free throws, including the front end of three 1-and-1s. While the hosts went 10-of-22 at the line for the game, the Porters buried 12-of-16 charity tosses. “We had opportunities to score, but we were flat,” said Daniels, whose club was also guilty of 14 miscues and shot just 39 percent from the field. He lamented, too, the fact none of his players dished out more than two assists. Jeff Goral totaled 15 points and four rebounds to lead Stagg, while Max Strus had 13 points and five

boards. Daniels also praised Anthony Gardner, who did not score but demonstrated the greatest amount of hustle among Chargers players. “It’s hard to explain, but it doesn’t feel like a 12-4 season,” Daniels said. “We’ve got some issues to deal with and work through. Our practice on Wednesday was awful — there was no intensity. “We’ve had 177 wins over the past 9½ seasons, and [other athletes] had success being blue-collar players. They’re good kids [now], but I’ve got to find a way to get them hungry again. We’ve got to get it back — fast.” Stagg, which had to reschedule last Tuesday’s slated contest against Oak Lawn for Feb. 1 due to bad weather, meets up with SWSC Blue and District 230 rival Sandburg Saturday at the United Center. The Eagles got Photo by Jeff Vorva tagged with a 77-73 overtime loss Shepard’s Darren Cohen fires a pass from out of bounds during the Astros’ neighborhood matchup by Joliet West in their most recent with Chicago Christian last Wednesday. The host Knights registered a 50-46 victory. encounter. “Sandburg’s going to be hungry for us,” Daniels said. “We can’t have an off-night in our league.”

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Time off beneficial as Bulldogs top Titans By Ken Karrson

down to the team that has better talent, so we’d better win [in that situation]. “Tinley Park played on Jan. 3 and won, [so] I think the Marian Catholic postponement was good for us. I don’t think we were ready to play them, and if that [outcome] went south, Friday’s game would have been tough to get.” The Bulldogs won just once in three tries at the Kankakee Tournament between Christmas and New Year’s, and the last of those games — against Carver — was played without junior guard Dedrick Shannon, who injured his ankle. So not only did Richards have to sit for a while on a sizable loss, but Shannon’s availability in early January was iffy. “His last game was Dec. 27, and he didn’t do anything except try to get healthy until Jan. 9,” Chappetto said. Shannon didn’t make his presence felt very keenly against Tinley until the fourth period, when he notched 10 of the Bulldogs’ last 25 points. His drive to the hoop initiated Richards’ closing run and then, following a Titans turnover, Deon Alexander’s three-point play off a putback got the Bulldogs (10-3, 5-0) rolling in earnest. “We didn’t do anything different,” Chappetto said. “Our turnovers, our missed free throws and our bad defense had gotten us in trouble, and it snowballed. But all of a sudden we realized we were in a tie game and we needed to be a little bit more together. “We just had to stop getting

Knights nip Astros in neighborhood battle By Ken Karrson Chicago Christian may not become king in its final season within the Suburban Christian Conference, but it still reigns as local royalty. The Knights became the princes of Palos Heights, at least for the 2013-14 regular season, by inching their way past Shepard last Wednesday. The game, which was postponed from Tuesday because of the weather-induced closing of both schools, wasn’t decided until the very end, when the visiting Astros were unable to capitalize on Darren Cohen’s steal of Christian’s inbounds pass. Shepard coach Tony Chiuccariello felt Cohen had drawn contact on his layup, but no foul was whistled. As a result, the Knights maintained a two-point lead with less than 10 seconds left, and a pair of free throws sealed the verdict on a 50-46 victory. Chiuccariello admitted that he was “pretty upset at the officiating” in more than one instance — he cited the referees’ failure to see him vigorously signaling for a fourth-quarter timeout as another frustrating moment — but he was

upset with each other and focus on the next play. [It helped that] Well-rested athletes didn’t arTinley quit scoring as well.” Shannon finished with 18 points rest Richards’ on-court developfor Richards, second only to Chiment. In fact, Bulldogs coach John cago State University-bound cenChappetto was glad his guys reter Josh Meier’s team-high total of 20. Other Bulldogs reaching ceived some unexpected time off double digits were Spencer Tears last Tuesday, when sub-zero tem(17 points) and Thaer Othman peratures and snow combined to force the closure of many south (11). suburban schools. That wiped out Richards survived a nightmara scheduled nonconference conish exhibition at the charity stripe, where it misfired on half of its 38 test with highly regarded Marian attempts. By doing so, it mainCatholic and meant Richards had gone a full two weeks without tained a two-game edge in the loss a game when it finally resumed column over SSC Red pursuers on-court activities Friday night Reavis and Shepard. against Tinley Park. Conference matchups versus All did not go perfectly for the Lemont and Oak Forest were on this Bulldogs in the South Suburban week’s docket, as are two games in Conference crossover encounter, the Rockford Jefferson Tournament as was evidenced when the vison Saturday. That event continues on Monday with two more contests, iting Titans fought back from a as the Bulldogs tangle with a pair 15-point third-quarter deficit and of foes from Rockford and a couple forged a tie midway through the others from Belvidere. final stanza. “We play six games in six days,” “We had five guys on the floor Chappetto said. “This is going to who had no trust in each other,” be a tough stretch for us.” Chappetto said. “It didn’t look No official makeup date for good.” the Marian game has yet been By Ken Karrson Things looked better after settled on, but Chappetto anticiChappetto called a timeout to get his players on the same page. pates it taking place sometime in Call it a period piece. For one quarter, Quinn Niego Richards responded with a 17-9 February. was the whole story last Wednesrun over the last 3:40 and kept its day night. Brother Rice’s senior league ledger spotless with an 83Statistics star had already made his iden72 triumph at D-Wade Court. “We needed the timeout when Tinley Park 10 19 22 21 - 72 tity well known to Crusaders foes I called it, for sure,” Chappetto Richards 15 24 19 25 - 83 long before that, but nothing could have adequately prepared visiting said. “[Tinley Park is] OK — they have some talent, but I have a Richards Scoring: Meier 20, Shannon Bishop McNamara for what Niego three-year starting point guard 18, Tears 17, T. Othman 11, Alexander unleashed on it during the opening stanza of the teams’ Chicago and a Division I center. It comes 9, Catledge 6, White 2. Catholic League matchup. Using five 3-point baskets as the main thrust, Niego torched the Fightin’ Irish with 19 points over the first eight minutes, an output that placed his name atop Rice annals for single-session scoring. His total was one more than the previous school standard, which was shared by Mike Kennedy (Class of 2008) and former twotime Player of the Year Jimmy Sexton (1994). Niego only tallied four points after that, but his initial explosion keyed a 27-point frame for the Crusaders and laid the groundwork for a 66-46 victory in Chicago. “I’ve been telling him since I got here that he’s a college-caliber player,” Rice coach Rick Harrigan said. “We push him a lot, but it’s easy to coach a player like that. “When players feel that good, you let the game flow as much as you can. You don’t call timeouts; you leave him alone and Photo by Jeff Vorva let him go.” With Niego serving as ringleader, the Crusaders (7-7, 2-3) constructed a hefty 15-point cushion Several Marist and Loyola Academy players set out for a loose ball during last Thursday’s matchup for themselves, which definitely in Wilmette. The basketball roundup begins on Page 2. ran counter to the slow starts

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also quick to credit his team’s conqueror. “There were some weird calls and non-calls, but I don’t want to take anything away from Christian,” Chiuccariello said. “Give them their due — I thought Christian did a real nice job.” Knights boss Kevin Pittman wasn’t as enamored of his club’s showing, saying it “played well enough to win. I don’t think we played poorly, but I don’t think we played great.” Nevertheless, he appreciated Chiuccariello’s praise. “Tony’s a great guy and I love going against him,” Pittman said. “Our announcer called it ‘the Battle of Palos Heights,’ and with this series it seems to go back and forth. I guess this was our turn [to succeed] and I’ll always take a win.” Blaine Wright helped finalize it for Christian by depositing 4of-5 free throws in the closing stanza. He had 19 points, six rebounds and three assists to lead the Knights, who never relinquished their advantage over the last eight minutes despite entering the quarter with a slim 36-32 edge in hand.

Three of Wright’s charity tosses extended the hosts’ lead to 4235, but Jacob Littleton’s hoop followed for Shepard and kept it in the hunt. The Astros’ defense barely missed forcing Christian into a 10-second violation, but then Jay Spencer hit a basket for the Knights that gave them a bit more breathing room. Shepard misfired on a potential game-tying 3 with less than a minute-and-a-half to go after Littleton and Malcolm Lawson combined to create another Christian miscue. However, Cohen’s long ball answered a Knights layup and drew the visitors back within a deuce. Littleton (19 points) sank one last bucket for the Astros, but it wasn’t enough to save them. “I give them credit for coming up with shots out of their press break,” Chiuccariello said of Christian. “They did what they needed to do to win.” The Knights made the same number of field goals as Shepard, but bettered their guests by three at the foul line while connecting on 84 percent of their attempts. The Astros drilled just half of (Continued on page 3)

The mighty Quinn Niego sets record in Crusaders’ romp that Harrigan termed a “sore spot” for Rice on several other occasions this season. Bishop Mac battled its hosts on pretty even terms afterward, but the Irish needed more than that in order to make a legitimate run at the Crusaders. “We played pretty good,” Harrigan said. “It was our first Catholic League game in the new year and a home game, so it was important for us to get.” Rice split four contests at York’s holiday tournament right after Christmas, but Harrigan thought his club still lacked steadiness. Both of the defeats, he felt, had been winnable games for the Crusaders. “It sounds simple, but we’ve played good in our wins and not very good in our losses,” Harrigan said. “We want more consistency.” He certainly got it in this instance, as Niego’s scoring wasn’t the only noteworthy part of Rice’s exhibition. Also making life good for the home team were 52 percent shooting — including 44 percent (8-of-18) from 3-point land — a 29-17 rebounding edge and 14-3 assists-to-turnovers ratio. “We’ve been encouraging our guys to take better care of the ball,” Harrigan said. “We’ve got to make it a point to get a shot on every possession, and [we] don’t [want to] settle for a good shot. Get a great shot.” Besides his points, Niego aided the Crusaders with 11 rebounds and three assists. His primary cohort was fellow senior Ray Rubio, who provided Rice with 18 points, seven rebounds and

two assists. Having that duo carry a big chunk of the load wasn’t anything unusual for the Crusaders. Making it mean more was measurable input from a third party, Dan Scanlon, who netted a dozen points. “Scanlon gets a lot of hustle plays,” Harrigan said of the senior, who was an all-area selection in football during the fall. “His energy is important to us.” Also key to Rice’s success here was credible defense, which forced the Irish into 11 turnovers and held them to a 42 percent accuracy rate from the field. The game was rescheduled from Tuesday, when school closures across the area forced postponement of all activities that day. The Crusaders also failed to hit the court for their other slated contest against Hales Franciscan on Friday because of weather-created problems. That game will be played Saturday at 5 p.m. at Hales. Rice hosted Nazareth Academy this past Tuesday, and Harrigan hopes that his athletes gained a big pick-me-up from their Wednesday conquest. “Teams are either getting better or worse at this point of the season,” he said. “We can’t just go through the motions.”

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No Beef with ‘O’ Brady’s desertion

Bartosh Christmas is supposed to be a time of giving and receiving, not going and removing. That seasonal memo obviously escaped the notice of the good folks at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, a restaurant chain that has served as the title sponsor of a college football bowl game for the past three years. The event didn’t originate under the ‘O’ Brady’s banner — its rich history dates all the way back to 2008, when magicJack, a computer-related enterprise, provided corporate sponsorship. However, the latter wanted out at the end of a three-year agreement, and now Beef ‘O’ Brady’s is following suit. After the 2013 bowl game was played, restaurant ownership declared an unwillingness to extend its own three-year deal with organizers of the contest. What a shame. Not that Beef ‘O’ Brady’s had the good sense to get out, but that it wasn’t taking the game itself along for a one-way ride into sporting oblivion. No, the bowl will return next December in all its manufactured glory, with a brand-new sponsor and a renewed sense of disinterest among the masses. This criticism is not solely aimed at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, but the bizarre world of the neverending bowl season. Once considered a reward for a regularseason job well done, bowl games these days are more like merit badges for mediocrity. Consider that one of this season’s Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl participants, Ohio University, entered the game with a sparkling 7-5 ledger. Not too long ago, that record would have been good enough only to send Bobcats players into offseason training before Thanksgiving arrived. And OU is not alone. Each year, several bowl contests pit average clubs against one another. That’s to be expected when 70 slots are needed to fill 35 bowl games, which is why six wins is sufficient for a Football Bowl Subdivision program to gain an invitation from somebody with seats to fill. My question is, how many seats really do get filled? Slug-

gish economy aside, some teams simply don’t travel very well, regardless of the financial climate. For every Notre Dame, Alabama and Texas that attracts fans like a magnet to whatever destination is on the itinerary, there is a Buffalo, Louisiana Lafayette and Middle Tennessee that brings with it little more than the players and coaches who are required to make the journey. The aforementioned Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl drew 20,053 fans to Tropicana Field in Florida. Granted, those numbers are enough to make the baseballplaying Marlins salivate, but there’s a good chance the oil changers at Jiffy Lube could also attract bigger crowds than the Fish. Or how about the 32,327 fans Minnesota and Syracuse coaxed into Reliant Stadium for the Texas Bowl? That figure doesn’t seem too bad until one realizes it meant the facility was still half-empty. And in case you think I’m merely singling out certain bowls to strengthen my argument, maybe you’ll believe the findings on the AL.com website. According to the site — which compared attendances at each bowl for the past two years — 20 of the 35 games saw a drop in fans between 2012 and 2013, and seven of those had declines exceeding 5,000 fans compared to 2012 numbers. Of the bowl games that bucked the sliding-attendance trend, the biggest winners were the BCS title contest and the Sugar Bowl, which brought together two storied programs, Oklahoma and two-time defending national champ Alabama, for the first time in a decade. Now, in the face of such statistical evidence, you’d think the NCAA would re-evaluate the landscape and do some streamlining for the future. That would seem the most sensible course of action, which is why the bowl field is expanding to 39 games for the 2014 season. Granted, the impending fourschool playoff accounts for some of that, but that gives meaning to a total of three games. Everything else is an afterthought.

Even if you want to include the Rose, Sugar, Orange and Cotton bowls — you know, the quartet that were once considered New Year’s Day staples and have histories that predate the new millennium — as viable entries, that still leaves an awful lot of fat that can be trimmed. Wall-to-wall football certainly seems like a good idea, but in reality it’s reached a point of saturation. New Year’s Day used to be a college football fan’s dream — anywhere from four to eight bowl games shown on TV that day, most of them featuring worthwhile and meaningful matchups, and scattered across the television dial. In our ESPN-dominated society, however, nearly as many games were played on Dec. 21 as on Jan. 1. Sorry, but most purists would say there’s something very wrong with that scenario. Obviously, money drives everything in sports, just as it does in all other facets of life. As long as revenue can be raised from bowl games, we won’t see a reduction in them, but how much of a windfall is truly being realized? Ask yourself this question: If the Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl was a cash cow, would the game currently be sponsor-less? Just for fun, let’s see how many bowl games we can name without consulting a list. If there aren’t too many, that shouldn’t be a problem, right? I’ll give you a moment to think ... OK, how many of you remembered the Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl? Or the Russell Athletic, Pinstripe, Belk, BBVA Compass, Armed Forces, Heart of Dallas, V100 AdvoCare, GoDaddy, Fight Hunger and Famous Idaho Potato bowls? I wouldn’t have, either, without cheating. By the way, most of those games drew fewer than 50,000 fans — and remember, college football is a sport with very healthy regular-season attendance. We should really thank Beef ‘O’ Brady’s for doing its part to bring a little sanity into the bowl season by bowing out gracefully. Too bad it’s flying solo in that regard.

Final quarter goes boom, then bust for RedHawks had to contend with the Corsairs’ 6-foot-10 center, John George. “For the first three quarters, I thought the pace of the game was good for us,” said Nolan, whose team held a 30-29 lead after 24 minutes. “We were very efficient offensively and defensively. Overall, I thought the kids played well.” That really didn’t change in the fourth frame, but the Corsairs picked that time to assert themselves in the paint. Carmel grabbed offensive rebounds and hit putbacks on its first three possessions of the period, which came on the heels of a similar occurrence at the conclusion of the third quarter. “Those were things we couldn’t defend,” Nolan said. “It slowly got away from us after that.” The RedHawks never lost sight of their foe, but 37 percent shooting (14-of-38) and a shortage of free throws ultimately did them in. Marist’s lackluster marksmanship overshadowed its low turnover total of seven. “I thought the kids took great shots,” Nolan said. “But Carmel was jamming our shooters on closeouts and they defended without fouling.” Brian Holland solved the Corsairs’ defense well enough to pace the RedHawks with 14 points. Only four other Marist players reached the scoring column, however, with the eight points registered by Jeremiah Ferguson and Kevin Lerma (five rebounds) representing the locals’ secondhighest output.

In the final analysis, the final quarter was a fickle entity for Marist. One minute, the fourth period was the RedHawks’ best friend. That was the case last Thursday, when Marist overcame a ninepoint deficit at the start of that frame by outscoring Lindblom 21-8 the rest of the way. But no sooner had the RedHawks bagged a satisfying 5147 victory over the Eagles than Carmel was turning the tables on them in an East Suburban Catholic Conference encounter. On Saturday, it was the Corsairs putting forth the late-game heroics, as their 19-8 points advantage enabled them to lock up a 48-38 triumph. “I’m proud of our kids’ effort,” Marist coach Gene Nolan said following his team’s setback, just its third of the season. “I wish for them they could have experienced a really good win on the road. “I really like [Carmel’s] team. Last year, they had their first winning season in 21 years and played in a sectional final, and they’re 13-3 this year. Their kids understand their roles real well and they don’t beat themselves.” Nor, in Nolan’s opinion, did the RedHawks (12-3, 1-1), who played without Nic Weishar. The senior forward sprained his ankle in the second quarter of Thursday’s contest, briefly re-entered the game against Lindblom, then hurt it again and was sidelined for good. But even without Weishar’s for- Marist 51 midable presence, Marist didn’t Lindblom 47 wilt, despite the fact its players Upon entering their meeting with the Eagles, the RedHawks were experiencing a game-day environment for the first time since Dec. 28, when they concluded a 3-1 stay at the Centralia Tournament by logging a consolation championship. Nolan called the extended break wirelessamberalerts.org “big, but not bad.” wirelessamberalerts.org “I think it’s good when you go back to basic fundamentals after Christmas and have time to practice them,” he said. “You get some answers to where are we and why, and where are we going and how?” Certainly, Marist’s first-period A child is calling for help. A child is calling for help. performance indicated no signs of rust. The RedHawks outscored

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Girls’ basketball roundup

With Mitchell back, Lady Astros move forward By Anthony Nasella

With the return of guard Myrissha Mitchell to Shepard’s lineup last week, the Lady Astros put together a much-needed two-game winning streak. Shepard defeated Mt. Assisi 48-45 on Wednesday behind a game-high 17 points from Mitchell, who was back in action after being sidelined with a concussion. Courtney Dalton backed Mitchell with a double-double of 11 points and 12 rebounds. One day later, the Lady Astros picked up their first South Suburban Conference triumph of the season by upending Bremen 4537. While the Braves held Mitchell fairly well in check, Shepard’s productive trio of Dae Jae Williams (15 points), Abby Newsome (10) and Dalton (12 rebounds) still hurt Bremen. “The season has been tough, but these two wins were good for the girls,” said Lady Astros coach Jenna McCormick, whose club improved its ledger to 4-14 overall and 1-4 in the SSC. “Myrissha came back and played with a lot of energy against Mt. Assisi. She played really well for us [and] she’s the glue that we’ve been missing. Obviously, it’s important to get her back for the physical play she brings and her ability to run the offense.” McCormick has also been impressed with Dalton. “Courtney Dalton is a monster Lindblom 15-8 and seemed to on the rebound,” McCormick said. have the situation fairly well in hand. But Weishar went down in the second stanza, and along with him went Marist’s solid play. Eleven of the RedHawks’ 16 turnovers occurred over the middle two quarters, and the hosts saw their lead quickly evaporate. “Our issue was [lack of] ball security,” Nolan said. “You can’t By Ken Karrson play great offense [like that], obviously, but you can’t play great Evergreen Park experienced defense, either, because you can’t some small-town hospitality Satdefend turnovers.” urday and then proceeded to play But just when it appeared as the role of big shot versus host if Marist was in deep trouble, Indian Creek. back it came behind 3-pointers The journey to northwest-subfrom Bradley Hill, Brian Barry urban Shabonna was a successful and Holland, the latter’s bring- one for the Mustangs, who erased ing the RedHawks into a 42-all an early 10-point deficit with a fourth-period deadlock. Setting 25-point outburst in the second up that critical basket was Ryan quarter and then seized control Tucker’s steal and pass to Barry, of the nonconference game with who earned the assist. an 11-2 surge late in the third pe “He had no business getting riod. Indian Creek never got closer to it,” Nolan said of Tucker’s than seven points over the final thievery. “There were two or eight minutes and suffered a 64-54 three [Lindblom] guys closer to defeat against Evergreen, which the ball than he was, but he just was coming off a 65-60 South Subdove on the floor and was able urban Conference setback to Oak to get a hand on it. Forest the night before. “As soon as we got back into With their win over the Tima tie, the kids believed they had ber Wolves, the Mustangs sent a a chance.” pack-the-place home crowd away Also part of Marist’s fourth- unhappy. But while he certainly quarter surge were six Eagles appreciated the victory, Evergreen turnovers, five free throws from coach Pat Flannigan wouldn’t Ferguson (nine points, four re- have been inconsolable had the bounds) and one by Tucker that result been flip-flopped. made it a two-possession game Either way, he considered the with little time remaining. trip one worth taking. Lerma (11 points, six rebounds, “We saw the sign coming into two assists), Holland (nine points) town that said ‘905 [residents]’ and Weishar (eight points, four re- — we come from a school of about bounds) also positively influenced 870,” Flannigan said. “I thought the outcome for Marist, which was [visiting] a small town would be due to play St. Laurence and Har- a good experience for our guys, lan this week. and the people were super nice to us — [our kids] were shocked at how nice people were to them. Statistics That was good to see. Lindblom 8 17 12 10 - 47 “Basketball should be more Marist 15 9 6 21 - 51 than just about the game. We should also use it from a teaching Marist Scoring: Lerma 11, Ferguson 9, standpoint. It was a nice atmoHolland 9, Weishar 8, Hill 6, Tucker 5, sphere and a fun event, and [the Barry 3. Rebounds: Lerma 6. Assists: Timber Wolves] were a worthy opponent.” Lerma 2, Tucker 2. Helping make Indian Creek Marist 10 14 6 8 - 38 so was a 6-foot-8 pivot man who Carmel 12 7 10 19 - 48 Flannigan jokingly said “did not look that big on my IPad.” The Marist Scoring: Holland 14, Ferguson 8, Timber Wolves raced out to an Lerma 8, Hill 6, Hawkins 2. Rebounds: 18-8 lead in the opening stanza Lerma 5. Assists: Ferguson 2, Hill 2, and likely had the Mustangs wondering what else might be Tucker 2.

Fourth-right — and wrong By Ken Karrson

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Marist’s Skylar Patterson tries to stay ahead of a pursuing Loyola Academy defender last Thursday in the Lady RedHawks’ nonconference loss.

“She’s the hardest worker in practice and the hardest worker in the games, and it’s been translating into double-doubles because she works so hard. She plays like she’s 6-foot-2, but she’s only 5-foot-6. “She definitely is physical and plays much bigger than her height. She plays with such heart.” McCormick said she was especially pleased with her team’s ability to successfully close out its first conference victory against a very aggressive Braves squad. “It was a big team win against Bremen, and we came out strong,” she said. “We had a good first quarter, but in the second quarter we let up a little [and then] the second half was very physical. Our team is finally understanding and learning how to close out close games. The Bremen game was a good confidence win. “We lost four or five games by five points or less. It’s been a rough season, where we could have won some games that were tight, but now we’re learning how to win. We’re coming to work every day and playing hard with a good attitude.” McCormick said that Williams, who leads the Lady Astros in scoring, is another valuable asset due to her aggressive play. “Dae Jae is a stud who has come so far,” McCormick said. “Like Courtney Dalton, she plays so hard every opportunity she has to play. We’re playing her more down low, so she’s changing from a guard to post position.”

Newsome is yet another player who is emerging to a greater degree each time out. “Abby is a sophomore who will have her ups and downs,” McCormick said. “She [usually] plays with a lot of poise [and] it’s nice to know we have her for a couple more years. “She’s getting more confident with every game. She does all the little things well. We love having her.” As for Mitchell, McCormick believes her time being idled was not a waste. “Sitting on the bench and watching the game, I think, has helped her grow,” McCormick said. “She reads the game better now and understands our offense because she saw it differently, like a coach and not a player.” With the second half of the season still ahead, McCormick believes a fully healthy Shepard club is headed in the right direction. “I think it took some time [after] losing six seniors from last year and needing time for everyone to get comfortable with each other,” she said. “I think they’re realizing how good they can be when they play the way they’re capable of playing. “It is coming together. Hopefully, we can continue to take steps forward and not steps back.” STAGG Despite coming away without a victory in two SouthWest Subur(Continued on page 4)

Small-town big shots Mustangs prosper on trip to Shabonna in store for them in an atypical environment. “I don’t know if it was [because of] the long bus ride, but we struggled early,” Flannigan said. “We took some bad shots before we got it going.” But get it going is what Evergreen did beginning in the second quarter. The Mustangs gained a 29-27 edge after embarking on a 10-0 run that was sparked by a three-point play and bucket from Tony Weathersby, plus a 3-point hoop by Tyler Sorbellini. The game stayed close through most of the third period as well, but another Sorbellini 3 and baskets by Jacquet McClendon, Alex Cheatham and Tobi Olajedo finally put Evergreen in control. “We had some good spurts and we were able to wear them down,” Flannigan said. “I think we made better decisions [as the game progressed] and, offensively, I thought we played pretty well except for free-throw shooting.” Weathersby and McClendon tallied 17 and 10 points, respectively, to give the Mustangs a trio of double-digit men. Leading the charge was Issac Matthews, who topped Evergreen in scoring (20 points), rebounding (nine) and steals (three). Flannigan was glad to see his guys deal effectively with the change in their normal routine and thinks it might indicate they’re on the cusp of a genuine breakthrough. “We get in a rut sometimes because guys have an off-night and we don’t have much depth, but we’re very competitive,” he said. “Our kids fight and they’re pretty athletic. There’s nobody I think would be willing to play us again because we’re not a pushover.” Oak Forest 65 Evergreen Park 60 The Bengals found that out on Friday, as the Mustangs (4-7, 0-5) gave them all they could handle. Were it not for some empty possessions in the fourth period, Ev-

ergreen might have sprung an upset on Oak Forest. Jordan Brown’s bucket had the Mustangs within 50-47 at the 6:12 mark, but five missed shots and a couple turnovers dogged Evergreen down the stretch. A scoreless span that lasted more than four minutes ultimately doomed the Mustangs. Flannigan was not bothered by Evergreen’s latest close loss in conference play, however. “We played to our game plan,” he said. “Oak Forest had a little more talent — this is probably one of the most talented teams they’ve had. You can’t beat your kids up about that.” Oladejo had 18 points, including four 3-pointers, and four steals to pace the Mustangs. McClendon chipped in 12 points, both Brown (five rebounds) and Weathersby tossed in 10, and Matthews supplied eight points and five assists. Evergreen stayed close despite shooting just 42 percent from the floor and 53 percent at the line. The Mustangs had four contests on tap for this week, including two on Saturday in a tournament at Moline. Hillcrest and Bremen provided Evergreen with SSC crossover competition.

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Evergreen Park Scoring: Oladejo 18, McClendon 12, Brown 10, Weathersby 10, Matthews 8, Cheatham 2. Rebounds: Brown 5. Assists: Matthews 5. Steals: Oladejo 4. Evergreen Park Indian Creek

8 25 19 12 - 64 18 13 12 11 - 54

Evergreen Park Scoring: Matthews 20, Weathersby 17, McClendon 10, Oladejo 8, Sorbellini 6, Cheatham 3. Rebounds: Matthews 9. Assists: Oladejo 4. Steals: Matthews 3.

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Thursday, January 16, 2014 Section 2

Points of no return

Eagles waste strong offensive effort By Ken Karrson Scoring points was easy for Sandburg Friday night — when it managed to hang onto the basketball, that is. The latter task proved far more difficult than Eagles coach Todd Allen ever envisioned. While he certainly respected the athleticism visiting Joliet West brought into the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue contest, Allen didn’t plan on seeing Sandburg so badly victimized by it. The Tigers caused the Eagles to commit a season-high 26 turnovers, several of which the former converted into fast-break points. Twenty-two of those, plus 17 second-chance points that resulted from 20 offensive rebounds were the main ingredients for Joliet West, which weathered superb shooting by Sandburg to bag a 77-73 overtime triumph in Orland Park. “If you shoot 62 percent from two-point range and 47 percent from 3-point range, you’d like to think your chances of winning were pretty good,” said Allen, whose club did that very thing. “That’s bizarre — I don’t know if we’ve ever done something like that before. “They pressured and trapped us, and we made a lot of poor decisions. It was a tough one to swallow and we were pretty disappointed.” Despite all their miscues, the Eagles (4-9, 1-3) were still on the

verge of success in the late going of regulation. But Sandburg’s misses on the front end of two 1-and-1s left the door ajar for the Tigers, then the visitors benefited from what Allen thought was a rather questionable foul call with two seconds remaining. Joliet West sank just one of the two ensuing free throws, but that was enough to force OT. The Tigers outscored the Eagles 10-6 in the extra session, going ahead to stay on a putback that followed a Joliet West steal and missed shot in transition. “It was a game where we had an eight-to-10-point lead in the second half,” said Allen, whose team was up 57-50 after 24 minutes. “When you’re five or six points ahead in the fourth quarter and the other team fouls you, it’s a problem when you don’t make free throws.” Ironically, foul shooting had actually been a Sandburg strong suit for most of the night. Besides the aforementioned 1-and-1s, the Eagles were off-target only four other times at the stripe in 22 chances. Wasted in the setback was a 32-point outburst by senior forward Niko Cahue, double-digit scoring from guard Niko Kogionis (15 points) and Eric Straka’s 14rebound effort. Also of note were Alec Martinez’s seven assists, part of a 22-assist display by Sandburg, which totaled 25 field goals. “I was pleased with a lot of things we did,” Allen said. “When

we didn’t turn the ball over, we did some good things. We scored over 60 points once last year, but we haven’t had trouble doing that [this season].” The Eagles were superior to Joliet West shooting-wise, but the Tigers compensated for their 45 percent success rate by attempting 27 more field goals, a number obviously made possible by the visitors’ dominance on the offensive glass. Joliet West’s total of 35 rebounds was just three more than Sandburg managed, but the home team fell well short of the Tigers in both fast-break and secondchance points. While Joliet West Photo by Jeff Vorva was accumulating a combined 39 points via those methods, the Bradford Fitzpatrick’s hair flies as the Chicago Christian player goes after a jump ball last Wednesday versus Shepard. Eagles were limited to 19. “Those were key stats and thanks to a series of free throws. sions. something we just couldn’t overWhat finally made Pittman — who Buckets by Malik Smith and come,” Allen said. had only been assessed three tech- Littleton were part of the clinch Sandburg’s next opportunity (Continued from page 1) nical fouls in 19 years of coach- ing surge, as were a couple of to right some of its wrongs occurs Saturday, when it squares their 18 charity tosses and also ing prior to Friday night — blow free throws. off with conference and District wound up short on the boards, as his cool was when Wright was “Everything was being passed 230 neighbor Stagg at the United they again played without Kyle charged with an offensive foul around and going inside,” ChiucLongfield, who fractured a bone in while stationed right in front of cariello said. “We got to be paCenter. his foot during Christmas tourna- the Knights’ bench. tient and were taking what the ment play and is lost to Shepard According to Pittman, Wright’s defense gave us. Offensively, we Statistics indefinitely. pushing away of an IC defender’s were sloppy at times [earlier], but Final Also scoring in double figures arm came only after the latter we played really hard.” Joliet West 77 for Christian were Spencer (10 had made contact with Wright’s Littleton dropped in 26 points Sandburg 73 points) and Trevor Wolterink face while guarding the Christian to pace the Astros, while Cohen (10 points, six rebounds, three player. chipped in 10 points and seven reSandburg Scoring: Cahue 32, Kogionis 15, assists). Pittman thought the “There was clear contact, and bounds. Nick Heidinger and Zack Paxinos 8, Straka 6, Martinez 5, Manthey Knights’ victory represented a at that point I was beside my- Haxel collected 15 more boards 3, Hyde 2, Mansour 2. Rebounds: Straka logical progression from their fi- self,” Pittman said. “I had just for Shepard, which posted a 35-24 nal holiday outing, which featured had enough. If the coaches didn’t advantage on the glass. 14. Assists: Martinez 7. Christian playing Reavis tough get a technical foul there, Blaine Chiuccariello would have prebefore losing by single digits. would have because he was livid. ferred something better than a “There was a lot more good than It was a time I felt I had to step 32 percent success rate from his bad [versus the Rams],” Pittman up and protect our players.” squad shooting-wise, but that said. “A couple key things for us While Pittman was understand- wasn’t a problem here. The Asright now are the two P’s: patience ably irate, he later regretted “it tros held the Braves to a field-goal and poise, and we saw some of got down to that level” and apolo- percentage of just 27 while forcing the improvement we were hoping gized to his players because “that 15 turnovers. “If we can play defense like doesn’t excuse what I did.” from enjoying a double-figure ad- to make [in that regard].” 61 With the charity tosses aiding this all the time, we’re going to vantage much of the evening, but Immaculate Conception 37 it, IC ran away from the Knights be successful,” said Chiuccarithey were also unable to com- Chicago Christian pletely distance themselves from Pittman lost his own patience in the fourth period by outscor- ello, whose team was scheduled on Friday, so much so that he ing them 25-8. IC had beaten to face TF South and TF North their foe. “Every time they tried to build was assessed a pair of technical Christian by 17 points back on this week. Shepard hosts the Meteors on Friday. it up a little bit, we’d go on a 5-0 fouls and won’t be able to coach Dec. 13. or 6-0 spurt,” said Sevedge, whose Saturday’s game against Guerin Wright had 11 points, eight reteam drilled five 3-pointers in the Prep. Knights assistant coach bounds and three assists for the Statistics fourth quarter to keep some heat Wally Ottenhoff also received a Knights, while Wolterink con“T” in Christian’s rematch with tributed eight points and seven Shepard on the hosts. 13 10 9 14 - 46 boards. “It seemed to me that St. IC. Chgo. Christian 11 13 12 14 - 50 49 Ignatius never felt comfortable What set the two men off? Well, Shepard 31 Shepard Scoring: Littleton 19, Cohen 9, with the lead. If we could have a 26-8 differential in foul calls cer- Bremen gotten [the margin] under 10, I tainly didn’t put either Pittman Playing what Chiuccariello Haxel 7, Gorski 6, Heidinger 3, Smith 2. think we would have had them or Ottenhoff in a good frame of deemed “our best defensive game Rebounds: Heidinger 5. Assists: Cohen mind. IC found itself in the double of the season” on Friday night 4. Steals: Cohen 3. on their heels.” St. Laurence’s 17-of-44 shoot- bonus with three minutes left in was enough for the Astros to ing was an improvement over the first half, while being guilty roll over the Braves in a South Chicago Christian Scoring: Wright 19, Wednesday’s effort, but still not of just two fouls of its own over Suburban Conference crossover Spencer 10, Wolterink 10, Leo 6, Fitzgame in Palos Heights. what Sevedge would prefer. In those first 13 minutes. patrick 5. Rebounds: Fitzpatrick 7, Wolthis opinion, however, the Vikings “I’m not saying we didn’t com- Knowing his squad enjoyed an erink 6, Wright 6. Assists: Fitzpatrick 3, were hurt more by their defense, mit any fouls,” Pittman said. “But overall size advantage against Wolterink 3, Wright 3. which allowed the Wolfpack to in no way, shape or form were we Bremen, Chiuccariello desired to exploit that asset as much as Chgo. Christian 10 10 9 8 - 37 connect on 55 percent of their the more aggressive team.” Despite the apparent uphill possible. field-goal tries. IC 9 15 12 25 - 61 “[But] at least our kids fought,” climb, Christian (6-9, 0-4) trailed “We wanted to make them Sevedge said. “Everybody who by only four at halftime. Still, Pit- play a half-court game,” he said. Chicago Christian Scoring: Wright 11, was dressed and ready to go did tman found that circumstance “They have a small team with Wolterink 8, Spencer 4, Washington 4, quick guards, so we did not want Parker 3, Fitzpatrick 2, Leo 2, Winchester that, and it’s something we’ve got frustrating. “We outplayed them the whole a transition game.” to build on.” 2, Decker 1. Rebounds: Wright 8, Wolt St. Laurence stepped outside first half,” he said of IC. “Playing A 9-7 first period favoring erink 7. Assists: Parker 4. of the Catholic League this past as well as we did, I think [our ath- Shepard (6-8, 3-2) proved that Tuesday to clash with Marist. letes] were a little deflated going the Astros were doing what their Bremen 7 9 9 6 - 31 The Vikes host Gordon Tech on into the locker room. I think the leader wanted. The hosts were Shepard 9 13 11 16 - 49 kids were wondering what they up by eight (33-25) after three Friday. had to do [to catch a break].” stanzas, then gradually increased Shepard Scoring: Littleton 26, Cohen 10, The score remained close into their lead in the early stages of Gorski 4, Haxel 3, Heidinger 2, Smith 2, Statistics the fourth quarter, but IC’s seven- the final quarter by scoring a few Witherspoon 2. Rebounds: Heidinger 9, Loyola Acad. 21 18 18 12 - 69 point edge soon grew significantly, times at the end of long posses- Cohen 7, Haxel 6.

Knights

Defeated, but not beaten

Vikings hopeful following loss at St. Ignatius By Ken Karrson Normally, a 10-point loss doesn’t present grounds for optimism. When it comes on the heels of a 43-point setback, however, there’s a reason for hope. That’s the way St. Laurence coach Mark Sevedge viewed last week’s happenings. Mind you, he certainly wasn’t thrilled with dropping a Chicago Catholic League decision to St. Ignatius on Friday, but Sevedge knew the circumstances could have been much worse for his club. That’s because they definitely were on Wednesday, when Loyola Academy visited Burbank and made off with a resounding 6926 win. The Ramblers, whose only two defeats to date were administered by opponents outside the state of Illinois, used a combination of sharpshooting and rugged defense to run roughshod over the Vikings. “They’re the real deal — they’ve got everything,” Sevedge said of Loyola. “They’re not huge, but they just play so hard. They run a very similar offense to ours, so we were prepared, but they’re probably one of the best shooting teams we’ve seen.” Interestingly, St. Laurence (211, 0-6) did a credible defensive job on Ramblers guard Jack Morrissey, who was named the Catholic League North’s best player as a junior. In this latest encounter, Morrissey managed only 14 points, just two of which were tallied while he was being guarded by Vikings junior Mike Witkowski. “We picked our poison and chose to concentrate on trying to stop Morrissey,” Sevedge said. “We were hoping nobody else would hurt us.” That turned out to be a hope left unfulfilled, as guard James Clark tossed in 19 points for Loyola.

Sevedge called Clark, who went on to blitz Mt. Carmel with a 28-point explosion two days later, “a difference-maker.” Hampering the Vikings, too, was their own inaccuracy. While the Ramblers clicked on 50 percent of their shots from both inside and outside the 3-point arc and all but four of their 19 free throws, St. Laurence went 8-of42 from the floor, which offset a relatively mistake-free display overall. “We were forcing everything we were trying to do offensively,” said Sevedge, whose team was charged with only five turnovers. “They were so aggressive and we were taking quick shots — nothing [happened] in a good rhythm because we were playing at a fast tempo.” No Viking reached double digits in scoring. Quentin Forberg’s eight points led the way, while Rich Lamb added five points and a team-best three rebounds. St. Ignatius 61 St. Laurence 51 Given the lopsided nature of Wednesday’s contest, Sevedge was understandably nervous about his guys’ state of mind entering Friday’s matchup in Chicago. One thing did bring him some sense of calm, though. “Thursday night was probably our best practice of the season,” Sevedge said. “We ran toughness drills — we worked on taking charges and diving on the floor for loose balls — and we kind of put Wednesday’s game behind us.” With Tim Delaney and Matt Gurgone notching 12 and 10 points, respectively, and three other players tallying eight apiece, the Vikings boasted an offensive balance that had been missing from their previous performance. That didn’t prevent the Wolfpack

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St. Laurence Scoring: Forberg 8, Lamb 5, Carli 4, Delaney 3, Witkowski 3, Gurgone 2, Radford 1. Rebounds: Lamb 3. Assists: Delaney 2, Gurgone 2. St. Laurence St. Ignatius

9 12 8 22 - 51 17 17 14 13 - 61

St. Laurence Scoring: Delaney 12, Gurgone 10, Forberg 8, Kelly 8, Lamb 8, Dan Curley 2, Radford 2, Cummings 1. Rebounds: Lamb 5. Assists: Radford 3.

Trinity sports report

The beat goes on By Tim Cronin

Robert Jackson (20 points), helped make the difference. The Trolls had four players tally

in double figures, beginning with Jones’ 19 points. Jake Van Den (Continued on page 6)

Trinity Christian College’s men’s basketball team is getting closer to conference success — so close, in fact, that the defeats have become much more agonizing. Saturday brought the latest example, as the Trolls suffered a 75-69 overtime road defeat to fellow Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference member Calumet College of St. Joseph. Trinity stayed in contention until the end despite shooting only 36 percent from the floor, a figure that was eight percentage points below the Crimson Wave’s mark. The Trolls were able to hang around and force extra time via the 3-point shot. Jared Jones made five of Trinity’s seven baskets from beyond the arc, with the Trolls hitting five of theirs in the second half while the hosts were being blanked. Calumet College captured the contest with a parade to the Photo by Jeff Vorva free-throw line in overtime. The Crimson Wave were 9-of-13 at the Although it appears that Trinity Christian College’s Erynn Schuh is stripe in the extra five minutes. getting the worst of things, St. Xavier University’s Morgan Stuut, That, and a resounding dunk from 32, went to the line after this play last Wednesday.

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Chicago Christian’s Bradford Fitzpatrick grabs some of Shepard player Nick Heidinger’s jersey last Wednesday in Palos Heights.

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Basketball roundup

Spartans’ quiet offense costly in loss

(Continued from page 2) ban Conference Blue road games last week, Lady Chargers coach Bill Turner said there were several positives Stagg players could take away from those contests. The week began with a 59-49 loss to Bolingbrook on Wednesday. Lockport then extended the Lady Chargers’ misery by posting a 4334 triumph two days later. Stagg enjoyed a great start against the Lady Raiders as it hit its first six field-goal attempts and constructed a 12-9 lead. Junior Mia DiGiacomo was the Lady Chargers’ game-long person of influence as she totaled 18 points on 8-of-10 shooting and pulled down 10 rebounds. But just as quickly as Stagg got hot, it cooled down. The Lady Chargers went nearly eight minutes without a point, a drought that bridged the first and second stanzas and pushed them into a 27-17 halftime hole. “When you go eight minutes without a point, we felt fortunate to be in the game with a very good [Lady] Raiders team,” Turner said.” Stagg senior Hannah Henderson (14 points, seven rebounds, three assists) led an offensive explosion of 22 points in the third period, with help from DiGiacomo, senior Casey McMahon (six points, four assists, four steals) and sophomore Kate Adams (seven points, seven rebounds). However, Bolingbrook still managed to take an 11-point edge with it into the final frame, and the Lady Chargers were only able to play even with the Lady Raiders the rest of the way. “I thought we gave a great effort for the entire 32 minutes and were able to fight through the second quarter scoring drought [by] keeping our poise and composure,” Turner said. “Out-rebounding a very good basketball team [33-29] is a good sign for us. “That is our sixth opponent in a row that we have held a rebounding advantage over. Now, we need to find a way to put a few more points on the board.” *** In its other contest, Stagg (6-9, 0-4) again held a decisive edge on the glass, but even that 35-20 differential couldn’t prevent a loss to Lockport. “We couldn’t convert [enough of] those rebounds into points,” Turner said. DiGiacomo (10 points, 13 rebounds) and McMahon (10 points, seven rebounds) and DiGiacomo (10 points, 13 rebounds) were the main contributors for the Lady Chargers, who were ahead 2019 at the half after trailing by four with eight minutes gone. DiGiacomo’s double-double was her fourth of the season. “She has really stepped up her game and continues to improve in all facets of the game,” Turner said. Stagg was up 34-31 midway through the fourth quarter, but then Henderson fouled out and momentum started to shift away from the Lady Chargers. “Hannah is our best defender and provides leadership for us with co-captain Casey McMahon,” Turner said. “Some of our turnovers really hurt us in this one.” Also hampering the locals was another untimely dry spell, this one lasting about four minutes. “We are going to have to find a way to generate some consistent offense and get some points from a few other players,” Turner said. “We have played a lot of close games this season, wins and losses alike. I believe our average scoring differential versus our opponents is around three.

By Ken Karrson

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Marist’s Tehya Fortune dribbles the ball downcourt against Loyola Academy last Thursday. “Even though we did not come away with a win last week, I like the direction our team is going. The girls are very positive, work hard, continue to give a good effort and have a great attitude. That is all a coach can ever ask for.” OAK LAWN Having not played a game since Dec. 21, Lady Spartans coach Janet Meyers was hoping her team would still be ready to face a very tough Hillcrest squad. However, the time off didn’t benefit Oak Lawn, as the Lady Hawks prevailed 64-27 on Thursday in the SSC crossover affair. The Lady Spartans bounced back smartly, though, from their initial setback of the season by roasting Oak Forest 60-27 on Saturday. The matchup with Hillcrest was close at the outset. Oak Lawn struck first on baskets from Jannah Mahmoud and LaTondra Brooks, both of which were set up by Brooke Annerino, but it was behind 13-9 at the quarter stop. The second period was the Lady Spartans’ undoing. A 19-6 scoring advantage for the Lady Hawks shoved Oak Lawn into a deep — and ultimately inescapable — hole. “Although we outscored them in the second half, we could not recover from the second-quarter deficit,” Meyers said. “We hustled the entire game, but we seemed to be a step slow. They did a good job of stopping our running game and we did not do a good job on the boards.” The Lady Hawks snared 23 offensive rebounds, which led to 18 second-chance points for them. “You cannot run and score in transition if you cannot rebound,” Meyers said. “We had been successful all year by holding teams to one shot, scoring in transition and having a balanced scoring attack — we did not do any of those things against Hillcrest. We let them get to us mentally, and it showed.” Brooks topped the Lady Spartans with 28 points, five steals and three assists. Brianna Markusic added seven points and 10 rebounds for Oak Lawn, which shot just 27 percent from the field. That mark included a 12 percent success rate beyond the arc. *** It was a completely different story against Oak Forest, as the Lady Spartans found their offensive rhythm and raced out to a

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23-5 first-period edge. “One of our goals was to get back to having strong first quarters,” Meyers said. “The girls were upset about our loss to Hillcrest, and we talked about refocusing and getting ourselves back on track. “We had a tough practice on Friday and worked a lot on defense and blocking out. We did a good job of scoring in transition and much better on the defensive boards.” Markusic delivered 13 points to spark Oak Lawn’s early getaway and finished with a game-high 23, to go along with nine rebounds. “Our posts really stepped up for us, scoring 44 of our 60 points,” Meyers said. “LaTondra had another nice game for us. She did a good job of feeding our posts and getting in the passing lanes defensively.” Also contributing for Oak Lawn (14-1, 4-1) were Mahmoud (16 points, six rebounds), Brooks (six points, eight assists, seven steals), Annerino (six points) and Alyssa Radoicic (five). SANDBURG The Lady Eagles won twice in SWSC Blue play last week: 44-40 over Lockport on Wednesday and 56-38 victory over Joliet West on Friday. Sandburg saw a 10-point lead against the Lady Porters whittled down to one in the late going, but Julia Ruzevich saved the day for the Lady Eagles by nailing three free throws in the final 20 seconds. Two of those came at the six-second mark. Ruzevich finished with 11 points, second only to Victoria Stavropoulos’ 14, and six rebounds. Sam Youngwirth contributed six points for Sandburg (12-6, 3-1). Stavropoulos was the Lady Eagles’ scoring leader again on Friday with 17 points, which were complemented by eight rebounds. Ruzevich supplied 15 points and seven boards. RICHARDS The Lady Bulldogs split a pair of matches last week, with the loss coming by a 43-41 score to Tinley Park in an SSC crossover matchup on Friday. Two days before that, Richards defeated Chicago Agricultural Science 69-51. The latter contest was essentially over not too long after it began, as the Lady Bulldogs built a 25-7 first-quarter lead. The margin stood at 19 points by intermission and Ag Science never got closer than eight points during the second half. Sydni Tears poured in 31 points for Richards, while Carly Stazak joined her in double figures with 12. Also contributing were Brianna Kuchenny (eight points) and Christina Kwartnik (six). The Lady Bulldogs (6-8, 1-4) led Tinley after both the first and second quarters, but couldn’t fight back from a 33-28 deficit the Lady Titans created in the third stanza. Tears (22 points), Stazak (nine) and Taylor Sonichsen (five) were Richards’ principal performers. MARIST The Lady RedHawks (8-8) dropped decisions to Loyola Academy (72-55) and Bishop McNamara (66-60) on Thursday and Saturday, respectively. Skylar Patterson paced Marist with 13 points opposite the Lady Irish. Brooke Wyderski added 12, Teyha Fortune had 10, and Claire Finn narrowly missed a doubledouble as she finished with nine points and 10 rebounds. EVERGREEN PARK After capturing the title at Chicago Agricultural Science’s Christmas tournament, the Lady Mustangs fell short of Oak Forest, 54-47, in an SSC crossover game last Thursday. Megan Pfister, who had been chosen for the all-tournament team at Ag Science, led Evergreen (11-8, 2-2) versus the Lady Bengals with 13 points.

For a while Friday night, Oak Lawn was one of the haves. The last 16 minutes of their South Suburban Conference crossover game with Hillcrest, however, became a half not for the Spartans. What Oak Lawn was unable to do with any regularity was tally points. After hanging with the Hawks throughout the first two quarters and trailing by only a deuce at intermission, the Spartans’ offense went into the deep freeze. Single-digit outputs in both the third and fourth periods doomed Oak Lawn, which got outscored by Hillcrest in each stanza and wound up suffering a 56-37 setback. “They started extending their pressure a little bit and forced us closer to the sideline,” Spartans coach Jason Rhodes said of the Hawks. “That’s Hillcrest — that’s what they do. “[And] I think fatigue ended up being a little bit of a factor. We were making mistakes we weren’t making before.” Oak Lawn (3-7, 0-5) was mistake-free in the second frame, as it committed no turnovers after getting charged with seven in the opening quarter. That ball security enabled the Spartans to chalk up 14 points in the eight minutes before halftime, which drew them into a 24-all tie. Hillcrest snapped it with a buzzer-beating layup, but Rhodes still felt good about where his squad was positioned. Mitch Swatek and David Stacy accounted for all but two of Oak Lawn’s first-

half markers, and the Spartans were also helped along by solid board work — 11 times they secured offensive rebounds to keep possessions alive. “The three keys for us going into the game were to keep the rebounding numbers close, which we did, keep turnovers to a minimum and knock down some 3s,” Rhodes said. “The 3 was a [big] part of our attack and we got a bunch of good looks [from behind the arc], but only one went down [in the second half].” Despite its early prosperity, Oak Lawn didn’t enjoy dead-eye success from long distance before halftime, either. As a result, it ended the evening with a sub-par 4-of-23 effort from 3-point territory. “We wanted to make 10 of them,” Rhodes said. “We had good ball movement and we weren’t shooting quick. We were being very patient.” That lack of perimeter-based firepower proved fatal to the Spartans, who gave up 24 fastbreak points to Hillcrest while netting only four themselves and were at an 11-3 disadvantage at the charity stripe. The Hawks attempted 18 free throws in all, while Oak Lawn received just five chances. “We had a hard time getting to the free-throw line because of their size,” Rhodes said. Hillcrest hit 22-of-50 shots from the field, a conversion rate Rhodes felt spoke fairly well of the Spartans’ defensive performance. So, too, did the Hawks’ 15 turnovers. The biggest bright spot for Hillcrest was George McDaniel, who notched 14 points on 7-of-8 shooting.

The Hawks began leaving the Spartans in the rearview mirror in the third period after the latter were assessed a technical foul while they had the ball. Hillcrest proceeded to sink a free throw and basket to up its edge to seven and Oak Lawn slowly slipped further in arrears. Swatek and Stacy paced the Spartans in scoring, even though neither player added to his total over the final two quarters. Stacy also had 10 rebounds and three assists to lead the locals in both of those categories. Josh Prince provided seven points and seven boards. Oak Lawn was supposed to meet Stagg in a nonconference tilt last Tuesday, but the contest was postponed. It will be made up on Feb. 1. The Spartans were set to tangle with Bremen and TF South in two more SSC crossovers this week, and they’ll also take part in a shootout at York on Saturday. The outcome with Hillcrest notwithstanding, Rhodes is optimistic that Oak Lawn can soon start reaping greater success. “Hopefully, we can keep improving,” he said. “We’ve had a couple stinkers — we played Oak Forest right before Christmas and got thumped pretty good — but we’ve been competitive in most games.”

Statistics Hillcrest Oak Lawn

9 17 14 16 - 56 10 14 5 8 - 37

Oak Lawn Scoring: Swatek 12, Stacy 10, Prince 7, Cosenza 3, Samra 3, Jones 2. Rebounds: Stacy 10, Prince 7. Assists: Stacy 3.

Community sports news Evergreen freshman bowls perfect game

Evergreen Park High School freshman Shaun Quinn is one of only three varsity bowlers for the Mustangs, and he experienced a once-in-a-lifetime thrill at El Mar Lanes in Burbank on Saturday. While Evergreen couldn’t field a complete team for the South Suburban Conference Red meet, Quinn made his individual presence felt in a huge way. As an at-large competitor representing the Mustangs, Quinn rolled a 300 score during his six-game series. His first perfect showing allowed Quinn to place fourth at the varsity level with a 1,299 series. He also recorded games of 231 and 218 during the morning portion of the meet. “It was awesome to see the support [Quinn got] from the other schools, during and after his [perfect] game,” Evergreen coach Ron Pula said. “Shaun is an accomplished bowler who has been bowling since the age of 3. He is a talented lefty with high aspirations to compete at the collegiate and possibly professional levels in his life. “Not having a team to field put us at a disadvantage in the competition, but all three boys did their best and Shaun demonstrated a high skill level at his first high school-level competition. We are hopeful that he can achieve another high finish [in this weekend’s regional].” Also taking part for the Mustangs at the SSC Red meet were Nick Montano and Isiah Colon.

Kelly, whose career total of 1,389 rushing yards made him the Chargers’ No. 2 ground gainer in the new millennium, earned a spot on the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association All-State Academic team. Stagg’s former captain sports a 3.8 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale.

Oak Lawn second at Rice bowling tourney

With a pinfall total of 5,905, Oak Lawn trailed only Freeport and captured second place at Brother Rice’s Winter Finale bowling event. Ryan Kirby was the Spartans’ top individual with a 1,354 series, which was good for third place overall. The host Crusaders, who were fifth as a team with 5,728 pins, boasted the best single-game bowler in Anthony Butler, whose top effort left him just 11 pins shy of a perfect game. St. Laurence’s Manny Sanlhez took fifth with a high game of 267.

Hickory Hills, Palos Hills baseball programs merge

After years of competing against each other as local rivals, Hickory Hills Youth Baseball and the Palos Hills Baseball Association have merged into one organization. The new entity will be known as “Hills Baseball Softball Association,” and provide baseball and softball at all levels for children aged 4-16. HBSA, which will conduct play on fields in both communities, will accept youngsters from throughout the southwest suburbs for recreational participation, as well as for its part-time and full-time travel teams. Stagg’s Kelly named to Registration date Feb. 8 from 9 all-state academic team a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday session will Stagg senior Austin Kelly, a two- be held at Conrady Junior High time member of this paper’s all- School, Roberts Road and 97th area football team, recently added Street in Hickory Hills. a scholastic honor to his list of George Czarnik, of Hickory accomplishments. Hills, and Peter Donahue, of

Palos Hills, will serve as HBSA president and vice president, respectively. For more information about the new organization or how to become involved with it, contact Czarnik at 599-6983.

Midwest Elite looking for softball players

Midwest Elite Diamond 19-andover women’s fast-pitch softball club is looking for college-rostered players to compete in the summer of 2014. The team will play in four local tournaments — including nationals — and two round-robin events. All positions will be considered, but specific needs include pitcher, catcher and infield/slapper. No practices are required. For more information, contact Bill Lammel at 289-3438 or ditrfp73@aol.com.

Openings for Diamond in the Rough

Diamond in the Rough fastpitch softball has player openings in its girls’ windmill pitching, beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. For more information, call Bill Lammel at 289-3438 or email ditrfp73@aol.com.

Palos Park to host winter basketball league

Palos Park, in conjunction with the Palos Heights Recreation Department and Worth Park District, will host a winter basketball league for youngsters in grades 1-8 that will play games each Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. beginning Jan. 18 and running through March 15. Each child will have one practice and one game per week, with an emphasis being placed on skills development. Separate leagues will be formed for boys and girls, and (Continued on page 6)

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Evergreen Park freshman Shaun Quinn bowled a perfect game for the Mustangs at Saturday’s South Suburban Conference Red meet.

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Thursday, January 16, 2014 Section 2

SXU sports summary

Karp sets record in Cougars’ 12th straight win Ask anyone within St. Xavier University’s men’s basketball program, and he’ll likely state that Brad Karp is a team-first kind of guy. Saturday afternoon in South Bend, Ind., however, the senior guard made himself the unmistakable center of attention. Karp did so by eclipsing a 36year-old school record. When he collected the 16th of his game-best 28 points against Indiana University-South Bend, Karp passed Mike Walaczak on the Cougars’ career scoring list. With nearly half a season still to play, Karp’s point total sits at 2,530. Walaczak finished his collegiate career at SXU with 2,517 points. “It is a very cool accomplishment, but as special as it is, our team wants to accomplish a lot more this season,” Karp said in a statement following the NAIA Division II No. 7-ranked Cougars’ 106-85 Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference triumph over the Titans. “When I started my career at St. Xavier University, I would never have expected to break this record and score this many points. It is hard to focus on it right now because we are playing really well as a team and I want to keep that momentum going. “One thing is for sure: I would never have been able to achieve this record without my current and former teammates and coaches. They deserve a lot of the credit.” And according to Cougars boss Tom O’Malley, so does Karp, who is shooting 63 percent from inside the arc this season and 43 percent from beyond it. He is doing so within the context of SXU’s offense, which is evidenced by the Cougars’ ongoing success. One year after generating a 17game winning streak and piling up 29 victories in all, SXU is at it again. The decision over IUSB was its 12th win in a row, and the Cougars have lost only twice in 18 outings thus far this season. “Nobody begrudges anything he’s got,” O’Malley said of Karp. “He’s a great player, but he’s an even better person. I think everybody on the team would say that. He tries to keep everybody’s spirits high and he never gets derogatory about any of his teammates. “You look at those [shooting] numbers [Karp has put up] and it’s difficult to fathom. Usually, the guys who do that play in the post.” While Karp’s landmark feat was the most noteworthy happening on Saturday, not to be ignored was SXU’s team prosperity, which came after it had suffered a tough road loss at South Bend during the 2012-13 campaign. “The game we lost down there last year cost us a [conference] championship,” O’Malley said. “We split with Cardinal Stritch, and we would have had home court [for the CCAC Tournament].” Amazingly, the Cougars (16-2, 61) brushed aside the Titans while operating in a weakened state. Already without forwards Josh Mawhorr and Tony Core due to a pair of sprained ankles, SXU lost guard Jack Krieger for the second half after he was knocked to the floor while driving to the basket just prior to intermission. Krieger, who supplied the Cougars with 25 points before exiting, was kept out of action after halftime as a precautionary measure. He has been cleared to play again this week. With only eight athletes available to him, O’Malley mixed and matched his lineup well enough to keep SXU in control. The Cougars’ blistering 72 percent marksmanship (18-of-25) over the final 20 minutes certainly didn’t hurt their cause. “I thought it was a very uplifting thing for our team,” O’Malley said, referring to SXU’s ability to defeat IUSB with a slimmed-down roster. “Anytime you can put guys into a game who haven’t played a lot of minutes and they contribute, it builds a little confidence for them.” Michael Simpson (14 points, five assists, three steals) and Munir Smith (12 points, teamhigh seven rebounds) were other statistical leaders for the Cougars, but O’Malley also praised the complementary work guys such as Darius Draper, Kyle Tackett and Kody Kleinrichert delivered in extended minutes. SXU, which surpassed the century mark in scoring for the third consecutive game, raced out to a 19-10 advantage and never trailed. Simpson’s three-point play at the 10:49 mark of the opening half gave the Cougars their first double-digit edge at 27-17, and the visitors used a 10-2 run early in the second half to cool a potential Titans rally. IUSB fell behind by as many as 22 points later on and did not issue even a minor threat to SXU, which returned to CCAC play this

past Wednesday at home versus Purdue-North Central. “We hope the train keeps rolling,” O’Malley said. St. Xavier 111 Trinity Christian 84 Never has an O’Malley-coached club failed to vanquish the Trolls, although the Cougars narrowly escaped defeat against Trinity Christian twice in the 2012-13 season. There was no such scare awaiting SXU last Wednesday, however. The Cougars constructed a 217 lead for themselves within the game’s first seven minutes and never wavered. In fact, the differential got as big as 39 points during the evening before the Trolls were able to make some inroads. Karp led a quintet of doublefigure SXU scorers with 26 points, while Simpson backed him with 25. Other contributors included Krieger (16 points), Core (14 on 7of-9 shooting) and Draper (10). Karp and Smith both grabbed eight rebounds and Krieger distributed five assists for the Cougars, who clicked on 61 percent of their second-half field-goal tries after going 20-of-36 from the floor before the break. “Obviously, we’re scoring a lot of points, but so are our opponents,” O’Malley said. “I’d like to see us do a little better on the defensive end.” Freshman Jared Jones was Trinity’s go-to guy as he registered 22 points, including six 3s. “For the most part, we’ve had a little more talent [than the Trolls], but in these close-rivalry games, you’ve got to keep playing hard,” O’Malley said. “You always have to worry about Trinity. They scare you all the time because they shoot the ball well.” — Ken Karrson WOMEN’S BASKETBALL In summarizing a pair of victories last week, Cougars coach Bob Hallberg called his team’s 60-49 win over Trinity Christian College on Wednesday and Saturday’s 82-67 triumph over Indiana University-South Bend a tale of two different games. In the first contest, Hallberg felt the Trolls outperformed his own club. The scenario shifted dramatically three days later, though, as the veteran leader deemed SXU’s conquest of the Titans one of its top performances thus far this winter. The wins improved the NAIA Division II No. 8-ranked Cougars to 15-3 overall and 6-1 in the CCAC. They carried a 10-game unbeaten streak into the current week, having not fallen short of any foe since Nov. 30. “We did not play well against Trinity Christian, but we still survived with the victory,” Hallberg said. “They rose to the occasion and outplayed us. We beat them simply because we were more talented, not because we were better or that we outplayed them. They gave it everything they got. “At South Bend, we always struggle there, and we played one of our best games this season. Winning on the road by 15 against a team that was 12-4 at the time was a great accomplishment. “In this 10-game winning streak, we haven’t had a bad game. It was, however, a nightand-day difference in the two games [last week].” Junior guard Suzie Broski finished with 16 points and six rebounds to lift SXU past the Trolls at the Shannon Center. Junior forward Morgan Stuut just missed a triple-double as she totaled 12 points, 17 rebounds and nine assists, and she augmented her superb all-around effort with four steals and three blocked shots. Senior point guard Niara Harris chipped in eight points for the Cougars, while sophomore Caitlin McMahon had seven points, seven rebounds and three blocks. SXU enjoyed another solid defensive outing as it held the visiting Trolls to just 26 percent shooting while causing 17 turnovers, 12 of which resulted directly from Cougars steals. SXU netted 16 of its points in the game off the Trinity miscues. “Niara Harris came off the bench for us and played a really good ballgame,” Hallberg said. “So did Chrissy Heine and Caitlin McMahon, [but] Harris really gave us the spark.” The Cougars used a 9-0 run midway through the first half to build a 22-10 lead. After seeing it pushed to 14 points on a McMahon layup, the Trolls responded with a closing 8-0 run that narrowed the margin to 29-23 at the break. Trinity continued to chip away at the deficit in the second half and took a three-point lead with 12:29 left in the game before SXU scored 10 unanswered points. Harris’ jumper capped the clinching surge. Although he would have preferred a crisper performance from his women, Hallberg said he wasn’t terribly worried about Wednesday’s hard-fought win negatively affecting their focus for Saturday.

“As long as I’ve been doing this, there’s really no carryover from one game to the next,” he said. “Everything starts out new. And that turned out to be very true on Saturday.” *** In the win over IUSB in South Bend, Stuut and Broski combined for 54 points and 23 rebounds. Stuut notched her 13th doubledouble of the season with another monster effort of 33 points and 17 rebounds, while Broski hit 10 of her 17 shot attempts en route to totaling 21 points and six rebounds. “Morgan was just unbelievable again,” Hallberg said. “She’s just amazing, and then the other players all find a way to contribute to the outcome. It all adds up — without those points, whether from starters or off the bench, we may not have won some of these games.” With this contest tied at 8-all four minutes into the action, Stuut scored seven straight points to give SXU a 15-8 edge. The Titans cut into their deficit, but the Cougars kept them from either tying the game or taking a lead for the rest of the half. A 3-pointer by Stuut and Broski’s jumper late in the session helped SXU carry a 44-37 advantage into halftime. The Cougars controlled the contest in the second half as they held a double-digit lead most of the way. A 13-0 run got SXU’s edge up to 18 points, and the Cougars made sure IUSB couldn’t rally by limiting their own turnovers to just eight. Redshirt freshman guard Sidney Prasse, senior forward Chrissy Heine and junior guard Maloree Johnson all chipped in six points toward the winning effort. SXU tallied 21 points off the Titans’ 15 miscues. Junior center Maegan Callaway led IUSB with a double-double of 26 points and 14 rebounds. “We just have to continue to remember that we’re the big game on many schools’ schedules,” Hallberg said. “At this level of play, you’re never good enough that Photo by Jeff Vorva you can take any team lightly. We just have to keep mentally St. Xavier University’s Margaret Wildner, a Mother McAuley grad, blocks the shot of Trinity Christian prepared for all of our opponents.” College’s Brooke Bambrick during last Wednesday’s neighborhood encounter. — Anthony Nasella great careers at SXU,” Feminis four years from now if he is comes from his background as a said. “Chris really stood out on mentioned in the same sentence wrestler, but what put him over VOLLEYBALL The Cougars opened their 2014 film. He reminds me of [former as Mike or Sean. We think he’s the top for us is how well he moves for such a big guy — watching a men’s volleyball season with a SXU All-American middle line- that good. three-set loss to No. 4-ranked backers] Mike Lally and Sean “Evaluating Josh was a little 300-pound lineman run down on more difficult because he ab- a kickoff and make a tackle was Grand View (Iowa) University Kenney out of high school. on Saturday afternoon in Des “Chris reads his keys extremely solutely dominated the kids at impressive. Josh turned down a well, plays downhill and is a very that [Class 1A] level who were preferred walk-on opportunity at Moines. Senior outside hitter Justin physical tackler. I expect him to much smaller than him. He is the University of Illinois to come Cousin supplied eight kills, two compete for playing time right extremely strong and plays with here, so we feel very fortunate service aces, three assisted blocks away, and I won’t be surprised great leverage, which probably to get him.” and three digs for SXU, which committed 14 attacking errors in the 25-12, 25-16, 25-22 setback. Also performing well in a losing cause were senior setter Jacob Siska (14 assists, three aces) and sophomore middle hitter Sam Kull (three kills, two assisted blocks). The Cougars hosted No. 10 Clarke University this past Tuesday in their home opener. FOOTBALL Four more student-athletes have joined the Cougars program by signing letters of intent. Arriving from the College of DuPage is wide receiver Randall Wells, a Marian Catholic alumnus, and current Marian student Ki-Jana Carter, a defensive back, is also aboard. Linebacker Chris Friend and defensive lineman Joshua Wallick were recruited out of downstate Washington and Fisher high schools, respectively. “Randall brings big-time speed to our offense and should compete for a job at one of our wide receiver positions right away,” SXU coach Mike Feminis said. “The fact that he has two years of college football under his belt and will be here for spring ball to learn the system is huge. With the guys we have coming back and the addition of a talented young man like Randall, our receiving corps is in great shape heading into the 2014 season. “KJ has tremendous quickness and is a terrific all-round athlete who can help us in a lot of ways. He’s a starting guard and an integral part of Marian’s basketball team, which is one of the best in the state so that certainly speaks to his athleticism. He could probably play college basketball, but has decided to just play football. “KJ is not very big, but he’s physical and has the ability to be a shutdown corner for us. He also excels as a kick- and punt-return specialist. I could not be happier than to get two quality young men from my alma mater, and I’m sure both Randall and KJ will have tremendous careers here.” Feminis is also excited about his other two newcomers, both of whom were all-state selections in 2013. The 295-pound Wallick was Photo by Jeff Vorva also a Class 1A state-championship wrestler as a junior. St. Xavier University senior Brad Karp, shown here unleashing a pass against Trinity Christian “Chris and Josh are two excep- College last Wednesday, became the Cougars’ career scoring leader on Saturday during their win tional young men who will have at Indiana-South Bend.

6 Section 2 Thursday, January 16, 2014 Moraine athletics wrap

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Cyclones women rout Olive-Harvey By Maura Vizza Moraine Valley College’s “O” was in overdrive last Thursday. The Cyclones’ women’s squad had its offense in full working order against Olive-Harvey College, which was victimized 10271. In topping the century mark in single-game points for the first time this season, Moraine stretched its unbeaten string to three in a row. The Cyclones used a 14-2 run in the first half to establish a healthy lead and were never headed. Stagg grad Maggie Yandel was Moraine’s standout as she piled up 29 points on 14-of-20 shooting in just 21 minutes of action. She augmented her scoring with six rebounds, six steals and three assists. Also pitching in for the Cyclones were Amber Hunter (13 points, nine rebounds), Jamilla Jones (12 points), Bonnie Lewis (11) and Aileen Gorman (eight points, nine rebounds, seven steals, six assists). *** Moraine concluded the first half of its 2013-14 campaign before Christmas by downing Joliet Junior College (61-47) and Wilbur Wright College (86-60) on Dec. 19 and 17, respectively. Things did not go especially well for the Cyclones versus the Wolves prior to intermission, as

the locals netted only 17 points over the opening 20 minutes and were in arrears by five at the break. Yandel tossed in nine of Moraine’s markers. A 14-2 surge gave the Cyclones some second-half juice, however, and they went on to post a doubledigit triumph. Katie McGann sank five 3-pointers and produced 18 of her team-best 21 points after halftime. She also made three steals in the contest. Yandel finished with 19 points, while Nariman Jaber delivered eight blocks and six rebounds. *** There was no such drama attached to the matchup with Wilbur Wright, which was crushed 35-10 on the offensive glass. That hefty rebounding advantage helped Moraine construct an insurmountable 49-18 halftime lead. Wright showed signs of life in the second half and eventually climbed within 13 points, but the Cyclones stemmed the rising tide with a few well-timed 3s and break-away layups. Every Moraine player scored, with Jaber’s 14 points leading the way. She also grabbed eight boards. Sam Holler (13 points), Yandel (12 points, six steals), Lewis (nine points), Ashley Cunningham (nine) and Jones (12 rebounds, eight offensive) were

other Cyclones notables. MEN’S BASKETBALL The Cyclones opened the second half of their season by falling to an 81-70 defeat versus Olive-Harvey last Thursday. Paulius Ostruskevicius topped Moraine with 22 points, four rebounds and three assists. Additional help came from Brett Kaiser (12 points), Kyle Ward (10 points, 13 rebounds), Des’nique Harris (eight points, 13 rebounds) and Johnte Shannon (nine points, six rebounds, seven steals, six assists). *** In their final outing before Christmas, the Cyclones lost 82-73 in overtime to Danville Community College on Dec. 21, although the margin of defeat was much better than in the two squads’ initial meeting — earlier in December, Moraine suffered a 34point loss to Danville. Shannon had 25 points, seven rebounds and three steals to pace the Cyclones in the rematch. Ward chipped in 22 points, 11 rebounds and five assists, Harris contributed a double-double of 11 points and 10 rebounds, and Ostruskevicius totaled 10 points. Before falling short of Danville, Moraine beat Joliet (72-71) and Wright College (63-57) on Dec. 19 and 17, respectively.

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Stagg product Maggie Yandel scored 29 points in 21 minutes last Thursday to help Moraine Valley College’s women log their third straight victory, 102-71 over Olive-Harvey. The Cyclones squandered a 12-point lead against the Wolves and were down by one with 20 seconds remaining. Fourteen seconds later, Shannon earned a trip to the foul line and converted two free throws to lift Moraine to victory. He wound up with 11 points and three steals.

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Moraine Valley College’s Kyle Ward brings the ball upcourt last Thursday against Olive-Harvey. The Cyclones suffered an 81-70 loss in their first outing of the new year.

Also lending a hand were Harris (15 points, 11 rebounds), Ward (11 points, seven rebounds, six assists, six steals), Ostruskevicius (13 points, five steals) and Cameron Juillerat (10 points). Denton Wallace (16 points, six rebounds) and Shannon (15

points, five rebounds, three assists) were the Cyclones’ headliners in the win over Wright. Juillerat (11 points, three rebounds), Harris (eight points, seven rebounds) and Ward (six points, 12 rebounds, three assists) also made their presences felt on Moraine’s behalf.

Sports wrap By Anthony Nasella With just four meets left before his team makes a sectional appearance, Sandburg/Stagg co-op gymnastics coach Mike White is keeping the goals simple. “Basically, I want the girls to contend for the conference title,” he said. “We have a little ways to go. “Lincoln-Way is a little bit ahead of us so far right now. We have to keep moving in the right direction.” In one way, White’s squad moved ahead in that regard by being able to stay focused at last weekend’s Lincoln-Way East Invitational. That was particularly true in the wake of an injury to Hannah Mussalem that forced her out of the meet. Sandburg/Stagg responded by scoring a greater number of points (128.7) than it had accrued in any of its previous four meets while also keeping a competitive balance during more events. “We have to keep working on our falls,” White said. “We limited our falls during our last meet. We’re looking to have that first real good meet.” White is hopeful the “first real good meet” comes today at home versus Lincoln-Way. In the meantime, he’s hoping that Mussalem’s toe injury is not too serious. “We’re hoping to take the next step,” White said. But whatever steps Sandburg/Stagg ultimately takes will be influenced by the talent and emerging leadership of junior

Trinity (Continued from page 3) Berg’s 14 points (and 13 rebounds) followed, while Cody Rhorer and Joe Hehir scored 11 apiece. *** The week’s earlier loss, to St. Xavier University (16-2, 6-1), wasn’t close. The Cougars pounded the Trolls 111-84, out-rebounded Trinity 4430, hit 14 3-point shots to the Trolls’ 13, and shot 58 percent from all spots on the floor. The margin was 18 points at the half. Jones’ 22-point showing, including six 3s, led Trinity. Van Den Berg added 16 points. The two losses dropped the Trolls to 4-14 overall and kept them winless in CCAC contests entering this past Wednesday’s game against Holy Cross (13-5, 6-1). Trinity is at the bottom of the North Division and shares an 0-7 mark with South Division doormat Purdue-North Central (5-12). Those two schools meet on Feb. 12 in Palos Heights, but before that the Trolls have to run a gauntlet against the likes of Purdue University Calumet (14-3), Robert Morris (10-5) and Roosevelt (11-6). Their best chances to win in the next month come against the University of St. Francis (7-

Anna Girlich, who cracked the top 10 at Lincoln-Way. She was 10th in the all-around with 34.250 points, which were amassed in part from a seventh place (9.2 points) in floor exercise. “Anna’s progressing nicely,” White said. “She always gets off to a late start [in the sport] because she’s a diver, but she’s getting better and better every day, which is what I’ve come to expect from her. “More importantly, she’s learned how to become a really good team leader. That’s very important — I need that out of her. We’re returning almost the entire team from last year and will have everybody but two back next year.” BOYS’ BOWLING Sandburg finished fourth at Saturday’s SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue meet at Orland Bowl with 5,841 pins. Josh Harder was fifth individually with a 1,258 series. Lockport won the event with 6,269 pins, which was just one more than runner-up Bolingbrook managed. Joliet West finished third with 5,926 pins. The Raiders (96 points) won the overall conference title, which was determined by both regularseason and tournament results. Lockport (86) took second, with Joliet West (79), Sandburg (65), Joliet Central (34) and Stagg (9) completing the list. The Chargers totaled 4,980 pins at the conference meet after dropping a 1,934-1,803 verdict

to Richards at Arena Lanes last Wednesday. Cody Johnson had a team-best 422 series for Stagg opposite the Bulldogs. *** Hillcrest edged Shepard 1,7131,703 in a South Suburban Conference crossover match last Thursday at Brunswick Zone XL in Homewood. The Astros’ Brandon Dietz led all competitors with a 243 game and 436 series. GIRLS’ BOWLING Stagg dropped a 1,596-1,373 decision last Thursday to Lincoln-Way East in a SouthWest Suburban Conference crossover match at Palos Lanes. *** Also absorbing defeats on Thursday were Shepard and Sandburg. The Lady Astros came up short against Argo (1,543-1,221) in an SSC Red dual match at AMF Forest Lanes in Lyons, while the Lady Eagles fell 1,836-1,608 to LincolnWay East in an SWSC Blue encounter. Kristen Crowe posted a 358 series to pace Sandburg. BOYS’ SWIMMING Four individual victories by Hayden Wiest propelled Shepard to a pair of SSC Red triumphs last week. His wins in the 100-yard butterfly (1 minute, 1.04 seconds) and 100-breaststroke (1:10.91) keyed the Astros’ 130-54 rout of Argo on Wednesday. Sanders Yu added victories in the 100-backstroke (1:05.61) and 200-individual medley (2:13.86), while Zach Siergaza was also a double-winner as he set the pace in both the 200-free

9, 4-2) on Saturday in Joliet and Indiana-South Bend at home on Jan. 25. Closer really will not do in those games. *** • Statistics: 4-14 overall, 0-7 CCAC, 2-3 home, 2-8 away, 0-3 neutral. Leaders: Jared Jones 16.1 ppg., 46 assists; Ezekiel Odonkor 7.9 rpg., 16 blocks; Cody Rhorer 14 steals. • Schedule: Saturday, at University of St. Francis, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, vs. Purdue University Calumet, 7:30 p.m.; Jan. 25, vs. Indiana-South Bend, 3 p.m.; Jan. 29, at Olivet Nazarene University, 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 1, vs. Robert Morris University, 3 p.m. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL A pair of losses to open 2014 dropped the Trolls to 5-13 overall and 1-6 in CCAC competition heading into this past Wednesday’s game against Holy Cross (5-12, 2-4). Trinity stayed close through most of both games before fading. Saturday’s 61-51 loss at Calumet College (9-8, 2-4) perfectly illustrated the Trolls’ situations. They were down three points at the half and trailed by only four (39-35) with 10 minutes to play. Then the roof fell in. The Crimson Wave scored six straight points to establish a double-digit lead and took it from there, eventually expanding the margin to 14 in the final minutes. Shooting 30 percent for the game hurt Trinity, but turning

the ball over 23 times hurt even more. The Trolls had 80 possessions, and giving the ball up more than a quarter of the time simply won’t get it done very often. Three players scored in double figures for Trinity: Allie Paluchniak (14 points), Erynn Schuh (11) and Caitlin Cody (10). *** That loss came on the heels of a 60-49 setback at NAIA Division II No. 8-ranked St. Xavier (15-3, 6-1), a contest that actually was competitive until the late going. The Trolls trimmed a 14-point deficit to six at halftime and then stormed out of the second-half gate to grab a 34-33 edge on Rebecca DeHaan’s jumper. The Cougars pulled away down the stretch, however, as Trinity was again undermined by poor shooting (26 percent for the game) and too many turnovers (17 in 75 possessions, or 23 percent). Cody’s 17 points led all scorers, but only Brooke Bambrick (nine points, 11 rebounds) was also close to hitting double figures for the Trolls. Holy Cross and St. Francis, Trinity’s next two opponents, are the only foes in the next seven games with records under .500. If the Trolls don’t have success against them, it will be rough sledding for the next month. *** • Statistics: 5-13 overall, 1-6 CCAC, 1-4 home, 3-7 away, 1-2 neutral. Leaders: Caitlin Cody

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Sandburg/Stagg junior Anna Girlich placed 10th in the all-around at Saturday’s Lincoln-Way East Invitational. (1:57.91) and 500-free (5:26.10). Garnering one first place each were Mike Jokubauskas in the 100-free (1:00.78) and diver Tyler Timmer (182.45 points). Wiest touched out first in the 100-free (55.23) and 100-backstroke (1:02.02) against Eisenhower on Thursday. That led the way to a 138-45 team triumph for Shepard. Solo winners included Yu in the 200-individual medley (2:12.70), Timmer (178.30 points), Joe Walters in the 100-breaststroke (1:19.43), Mawon Brown in the 200-free (2:26.25), Jeremy Schultz in the 500-free (5:48.12) and An-

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Sandburg/Stagg gymnast Megan Sullivan does a flip during her floor exercise routine at Saturday’s Lincoln-Way East Invitational.

drew Choragwicki in the 100-fly (1:16.78). *** Stagg defeated Sandburg 10581 in an SWSC Blue dual meet on Thursday. Delivering victories for the Chargers were Lucas Smiarowski in the 50- and 100-frees (23.53 and 59.92, respectively), Harlan Long in the 100-fly (58.69) and Jacob Stypula in the 200-free (1:57.93). WRESTLING Sandburg dropped a 38-25 decision to Glenbard North on Saturday after falling behind in

the lower weight classes early in the meet. The Eagles opened with a 75 overtime win by Matt Frostman over Paul Pennington at 220 pounds, but then Glenbard hit its stride and led 29-3 at the match’s halfway point. Sandburg senior John Pellegrino captured a 12-2 major decision at 145, and the Eagles also gained wins from Hunter Pindell (pin at 4:48 in the 182-pound match), Brian Krasowski (a 17-2 technical fall in 4:55 at 160), Tom Slattery (13-5 major decision at 152) and Ben Schneider (8-3 decision at 138).

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Trinity Christian College’s Jared Jones looks for an open man during last Wednesday’s matchup with St. Xavier University. Jones, one of seven freshmen on the Trolls’ roster, sank six 3-pointers and finished with 22 points in a 114-88 loss to the Cougars. 13.5 ppg., 7.7 rpg., 12 blocks; Allie Paluchniak 37 assists; 28 steals. • Schedule: Saturday, at Uni-

versity of St. Francis, 5 p.m.; Wednesday, vs. Purdue University Calumet, 5:30 p.m.; Jan. 25, vs. Indiana-South Bend, 1

p.m.; Jan. 29, at Olivet Nazarene University, 5:30 p.m.; Feb. 1, vs. Robert Morris University, 1 p.m.

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Baseball camps announced

open to players in grades 1-12. Session will be offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and baserunning. Registration is now underway, and classes are limited to six players per coach. For more information on any of three camps, visit www.USBaseballAcademy.com or call 1866-622-4487.

Chicago Christian will host six-week baseball camps during the winter. Chicago Christian camp starts (Continued from page 4) Feb. 1 under the guidance of play will be conducted in a total Knights coach and school athletic director Eric Brauer. The camp of four different age groups. For more information, call 671- will be held in conjunction with U.S. Baseball Academy and are 3760.

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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 . � JOHN MCKEE A/K/A JOHN F. MCKEE, RUTH MCKEE A/K/A RUTH MARIE MCKEE, WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. S/B/M TO WELLS FARGO BANK SOUTHWEST, N.A. FKA WACHOVIA MORTGAGE FSB FKA WORLD SAVINGS BANK, F S B � D e f e n d a n t s � 12 CH 14680 11904 SOUTH 93RD AVENUE PALOS PARK, IL 6 0 4 6 4 � NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 7, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 3, 2014, 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 11904 SOUTH 93RD AVENUE, PALOS PARK, IL 60464 Property Index No. 23-27-102-002-0000. The real estate is improved with a one story single family home with a two car detached 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 PA1206369. 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. PA1206369 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 14680 TJSC#: 33-24688 I580383

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N � PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE CO. P l a i n t i f f , � v . � LORRAINE MCNEVIN A/K/A LORRAINE BRODERICK, FINTAN BRODERICK D e f e n d a n t s � 11 CH 037891 7848 W. 99TH 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 October 23, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 27, 2014, 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 7848 W. 99TH STREET, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-12-105-025. 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 14-11-34450. 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. 14-11-34450 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 037891 TJSC#: 33-24092 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. I581182

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY P l a i n t i f f , � v . � JEFF BLOCKSON AKA JEFFREY BLOCKSON, JUANITA M. BLOCKSON, AMERICAN CHARTERED BANK, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JEFF BLOCKSON AKA JEFFREY BLOCKSON, IF ANY, YCONDA COLLINS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD C L A I M A N T S � D e f e n d a n t s � 10 CH 32012 8126 ABERDEEN DRIVE PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 18, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 20, 2014, 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 8126 ABERDEEN DRIVE, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-35-416-011-0000. The real estate is improved with a 2 story home with a detached 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 PA1016207. 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. PA1016207 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 10 CH 32012 TJSC#: 33-25384 I583547

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Plaintiff, v . � ELENI PASHOS AKA ELENI PASILOS Defendants 13 CH 16858 10331 S. Roberts Rd. Palos Heights, 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 December 12, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 30, 2014, 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 10331 S. Roberts Rd., Palos Heights, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-13-102-080-0000. The real estate is improved with a commercial building. The judgment amount was $504,696.71. 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. HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 13 CH 16858 TJSC#: 33-27607 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. I581753

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For Sale For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, I N C . � P l a i n t i f f , � v . � JOSEPH F. VANDERWAL, PALOS COMMONS HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION D e f e n d a n t s � 13 CH 002455 37 BROOK LANE PALOS PARK, IL 60464 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 24, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 27, 2014, 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 37 BROOK LANE, PALOS PARK, IL 60464 Property Index No. 23-26-201-032. 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 14-13-01781. 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. 14-13-01781 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 002455 TJSC#: 33-24171 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. I581257

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N � PNC BANK, N.A. S/B/M TO MIDAMERICA BANK, F S B � P l a i n t i f f , � v . � STANLEY LITWIN, GRAZYNA LITWIN D e f e n d a n t s � 11 CH 23637 10338 SOUTH 75TH 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 November 14, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 18, 2014, 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 10338 SOUTH 75TH AVENUE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-13-203-013-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story single family home with a two car attached 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 PA1113934. 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. PA1113934 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 11 CH 23637 TJSC#: 33-25146 I583562

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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 LONG BEACH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-5, P l a i n t i f f � V . � KHALED JAMIL SHALTAF; AKRAM QANDEEL; NISREEN AD QANDEEL A/K/A NISREEN AD Q A N D E E K , � D e f e n d a n t s � 09 CH 03352 Property Address: 10112 South 81st Court Palos Hills, IL 60465 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 08-015653 (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 September 14, 2011, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on February 19, 2014, 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 10112 South 81st Court, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Permanent Index No.: 23-11-405-040 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $714,784.50. 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) 291-1717, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I580608

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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 RBS CITIZENS, N.A., P l a i n t i f f � V . � CAROLE A. MALIN A/K/A CAROLE MALIN A/K/A CAROLE ANN MALIN; RBS CITIZENS, N.A., SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CCO MORTGAGE CORP.; OAK HILLS COUNTRY CLUB VILLAGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION; OAK HILLS CONDOMINIUM FIVE TOWNHOUSE VILLAS, D e f e n d a n t s � 12 CH 14230 Property Address: 13495 TURTLE POND LANE PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE C O N D O M I N I U M � Fisher and Shapiro file # 11-057425 (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 November 5, 2013, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on February 6, 2014, 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 13495 Turtle Pond Lane, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Permanent Index No.: 23-36-303-162-1081 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 $ 210,183.91. 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) 291-1717, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I575057

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. Marquette Bank, P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � Heartland Bank and Trust Company, Successor Trustee to Western Springs National Bank and Trust Company, not personally but as Trustee under Trust Agreement dated February 3, 2003 and known as Trust No. 3987, Lawrence J. Gesiakowski, Gail T. Gesiakowski, Non-Record Claimants and Unknown O w n e r s , � D e f e n d a n t s . � 12 CH 12873; Sheriff's No. 130982-001F. 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 February 10, 2014, at 1:00 P.M. in Room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment:PIN: 23-27-409-021-0000.Address: 8912 W. 125th St., Palos Park, IL 60464.Improvements: Single family residence.Sale shall be under the following terms: Not less than 10% of successful and highest bid to be paid at the time of sale, and the balance to be paid in full within 24 hours after the sale, all paid to the Sheriff of Cook County by cashier's check or certified funds.Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any prior first mortgages.Premises will NOT be open for inspection. For information: Paul J. Richter/James L. Stephenson, Kelly, Olson, Michod, DeHaan & Richter, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 333 W. Wacker Dr., Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606, Tel. No. (312) 236-6700.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.I579674

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION MIDFIRST BANK, P l a i n t i f f � V . � JEREMY KINGERY; SCENIC TREE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, D e f e n d a n t s � 13 CH 14597 Property Address: 10152 SOUTH 84TH TERRACE UNIT 12-312 PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE C O N D O M I N I U M � Fisher and Shapiro file # 13-067532 (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 November 12, 2013, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on February 14, 2014, 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 p r o p e r t y : � Commonly known as 10152 South 84th Terrace, Unit 12-312, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Permanent Index No.: 23-11-302-003-1332 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 $109,743.87. 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) 291-1717, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I577110

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For Sale For Notice Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.SAULIUS DEMIKIS, RIVIERA REGAL I CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION A/K/A RIVIERA REGAL CONDOMINIUM PHASE I ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 014539 11119 S. 84TH AVENUE UNIT #1A 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 October 29, 2013, Auction.com, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on February 5, 2014, at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza, 350 West Mart Center Drive (in the Auction.com room), CHICAGO, IL, 60654, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11119 S. 84TH AVENUE UNIT #1A, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-23-200-026-1055. The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. 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 14-11-11873. 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) CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-11-11873 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 014539 TJSC#: 33-24387 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. I582472

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Broaden Your Horizons This week ‘Narnia’ at Stagg Students in Spotlight Youth Theater present “Narnia, The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe,” C. S. Lewis’ children’s classic story adapted for theater with original music, this weekend at Stagg High School. Showtimes are Friday, Jan. 17, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, at 2 and 6 p.m., and Sunday, at 2 p.m., at the Stagg Performing Arts Auditorium, 8015 W. 111th St. in Palos Hills. Tickets cost $9-$12 presale: Call (847) 516-2298, or visit spotlight.org, or $2 more at the door. Group, child, and senior prices available. Spotlight Youth Theater is a non-profit, educational theater arts program for students 5-18.

Movie luncheon “To Kill a Mockingbird” will be shown and discussed at a luncheon program on Tuesday, Jan. 21, from noon to 2:30 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. The program is planned in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday this month. In the 1962 Academy Award-winning film, Gregory Peck stars as a scrupulously honest and highly respected Southern lawyer defending a black man in the 1930’s. Based on Harper Lee’s best-selling novel, the film has become a classic and is expected to generate a serious discussion of the civil right struggle for which Martin Luther King gave his life. The luncheon begins at noon, costs $17 per person, and requires reservations. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Wooden snowflake folk art workshop The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park, will offer a Wooden Snowflake workshop on Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 22, from 1 to 3 p.m. Under the guidance of folk artist Holly Soule, students will make wood reed woven snowflakes. The workshop costs $17, which includes all materials. Registration is required. For more information, call The Center at 361-3650.

Center Singers The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, invites new members to join its choir, which rehearses on Monday evenings, from 7 to 8 p.m. The first rehearsal of the new year is scheduled for Jan. 20. Known as the Center Singers, the choir performs once or twice a month on Sunday afternoons at Wayside Chapel Vespers services and at special seasonal events such

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Nature photography forum Camera and nature enthusiasts are invited to a Nature Photography Forum this Sunday, Jan. 19, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., at The Center, at 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Films of outstanding nature photographers are shown. Nature photography instructor Rick Steffen of Orland Park facilitates the program. The public is invited and there is no fee for the program, but reservations are requested. For further information, interested persons should call The Center at 361-3650.

Mindfulness A Mindfulness group meets every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Pastoral Director Chris Hopkins and volunteers Patty Parker, Dan Morley, and Kitty Riggenbach lead these hour long meditations which focus on one aspect of mindfulness each week. The group offers encouragement and support as participants seek to be mindful of their thoughts, feelings, and surroundings in the present moment. No fee is charged and new participants, both adults and children age 8 and up, are welcome. Call 361-3650 or visit thecenterpalos.org for information about The Center.

The Bridge Teen Center events The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park, presents Sugar Rush 7:30-10:30 p.m. this Friday, Jan. 17: live music by the student band Sugar Rush and free samples from Chipotle. • Improv Night — 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Jan. 18, improv with Andrew High School’s Drama Club, and free samples from Pad Thai. This event 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. • Family Night in a Box — Jan. 21-24, Sign up to stop by The Bridge this week and pick up a “Family Night Box,” full of tools to help you have a fantastic family night at a time of your choosing. The contents will include recipes, coupons to local restaurants, games, activities, inspiration, and more. Call or visit the website for more information. • Paint to Inspire — 4:30 to 6 p.m. Jan. 21, pick a quote that inspires and motivates you, then add it to a hand-painted, colorful piece of art.

• What’s it like to be: A TV Producer with Don Dupree — 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Jan. 22, meet Don Dupree, Emmy award-winning producer of the show “A Piece of the Game”. He will share what goes into creating a hit TV show. As a bonus, get your picture taken with a real Emmy award. This free event is for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information call 5320500 or visit thebridgeteencenter. org.

Upcoming Moraine Valley hosts artistic endeavors Moraine Valley Community College’s main campus is located at 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills. For more information regarding these events, or to purchase tickets, call the college’s box office at 974-5500, or visit morainevalley.edu. • The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald will be held at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1 in the Dorothy Menker Theater. Tickets are $30 for the public, or $25 for students and seniors. • “Vestiges,” the Justin Santora Art Exhibition will be held from Monday, Feb. 10 through Saturday, March 8 at the Robert F. DeCaprio Art Gallery. The art gallery is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and during most performances. A reception will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20. • “The Diary of Anne Frank” will be onstage at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and at 3 p.m. Sundays, Feb. 21, 22 and 23, and Feb. 28 and March 1 and 2 at the John and Angeline Oremus Theater.

Top Country Albums 1. Blame it All on My Roots: Five Decades of Influences, Garth Brooks, Pearl Records 2. Duck the Halls: A Robertson Family Christmas, The Robertsons, Capitol Nashville (Universal) 3. Crash My Party, Luke Bryan, Capitol Nashville 4. Here’s to the Good Times, Florida Georgia Line, Republic Nashville 5. Golden, Lady Antebellum, Capitol Nashville (Universal) 6. Based on a True Story..., Blake Shelton, Warner Bros. 7. Red, Taylor Swift, Big Machine Records 8. Night Train, Jason Aldean, Broken Bow 9. See You Tonight, Scotty McCreery, Interscope Records 10. Danielle Bradbery, Danielle Bradbery, Big Machine Records

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Second City coming to Sandburg Did you know that Tina Fey and Amy Poehler got their starts at The Second City? Tickets are on sale now for the March 1 show when Chicago’s legendary comedy theatre The Second City will appear at Sandburg High School in the Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. Drawing on classic material from The Second City archives as well as scenes ripped from the morning headlines, The Second City’s Happily Ever Laughter is your chance to see comedy stars in the making in an evening of smart, cutting edge comedy. The Second City celebrates 53 years of cutting edge satiric revues as well as being launching pad for generations of comedy superstars. The Second City continues to develop the leading voices in comedy while touring

the globe. Founded in Chicago in 1959, The Second City has become the premier training ground for the comedy world’s best and brightest. Their alumni list reads like a who’s who of American comedy, as it includes: Mike Nichols, Elaine May, Alan Arkin, Joan Rivers, Robert Klein, Peter Boyle, Harold Ramis, John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, Gilda Radner, George Wendt, Martin Short, John Candy, Bonnie Hunt, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Horatio Sanz, Ryan Stiles, Jack McBrayer, Tim Meadows, Chris Farley, Mike Myers, Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler and countless others. Not only will an evening with The Second City provide audiences with the chance to see comedy stars in the making, but

they will also have the opportunity to see absolutely hilarious satire and cutting-edge improvisation. No topic or subject matter is off limits for The Second City. If your parents asked you not to speak about it at the dinner table, chances are it will be made fun of in an evening with The Second City. This is a PG13 show. Tickets for The Second City are $25 for general admission, $15 for students with ID and seniors age 60 or older. A special rate of $20 per tickets is available for groups of 10 or more. Tickets can be purchased at d230foundation.org or at the District 230 Administration Center (15100 S. 94th Avenue in Orland Park) For group rates or information call Carla Erdey at 745-5222.

Videoview by Jay Bobbin (NOTICE: Ratings for each film begin with a ‘star’ rating — one star meaning ‘poor,’ four meaning ‘excellent’ — followed by the Motion Picture Association of America rating, and then by a family-viewing guide, the key for which appears below.) STARTING THIS WEEK: “LEE DANIELS’ THE BUTLER”: Inspired by a true story, “Precious” director Daniels’ fine drama — and compact history lesson — features many notable performances, led by Forest Whitaker’s as a White House servant who tended to several presidents. Playing the chief executives are Robin Williams (as Dwight D. Eisenhower); James Marsden (John F. Kennedy), Liev Schreiber (Lyndon B. Johnson), John Cusack (Richard Nixon) and Alan Rickman (particularly good as Ronald Reagan). Oprah Winfrey, Jane Fonda and Mariah Carey also star. DVD extras: two “making-of ” documentaries; deleted scenes; outtakes; music video. *** (PG-13: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “ENOUGH SAID”: Included on many film critics’ 10-best lists for 2013, writer-director Nicole Holofcener’s excellent comedydrama is boosted considerably by what was one of James Gandofini’s last performances. In a hugely engaging departure from his tough-guy roles, he plays the new love interest of a single-mom masseuse (Julia Louis-Dreyfus, also superb) who’s facing emptynest syndrome. Little do they suspect they have someone in common who could thwart their relationship. Catherine Keener and Toni Collette also appear. DVD extras: theatrical trailer; “making-of ” documentaries. ***** (PG-13: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray) “RIDDICK”: A movie with this title only can mean Vin Diesel is back for another round as the brawny antihero he first played

more than a decade ago in “Pitch Black.” With writer-director David Twohy in charge again, Riddick is in another nightmare scenario, stranded on a dangerous planet where bounty hunters arrive to claim his head ... literally. One is portrayed by Katee Sackhoff (“Longmire”); Karl Urban (“Star Trek”) also stars. DVD extras: two “making-of” documentaries; motion comic prequel. *** (R and unrated versions: AS, N, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “CARRIE”: The Stephen King thriller has been remade before — for TV in 2002 — but this latest version adds very contemporary themes to the story of the telekinetic teenager, played here by Chloe Grace Moretz, who makes others regret having made her the target of their meanness. As usual, things reach their peak at a school prom no attendee ever will forget ... provided he or she survives it. Director Kimberly Peirce (“Boys Don’t Cry”) also draws a fine performance from Julianne Moore as Carrie’s possessive mother. DVD extras: theatrical trailer; two “makingof” documentaries. *** (R: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “THE SPECTACULAR NOW”: An unexpected romance yields surprising results — plus affecting performances by Miles Teller and Shailene Woodley (“The Descendants”) — in director James Ponsoldt’s (“Smashed”) version of the Tim Tharp novel. Teller plays a popular highschooler whose drinking leads him to stumble in life and to cross the path of a bookish schoolmate (Woodley) who opens him to new possibilities. Brie Larson, Kyle Chandler and Mary Elizabeth Winstead also are featured. DVD extras: “making-of” documentary; audio commentary by Ponsoldt; deleted scenes. *** (R: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “FRUITVALE STATION”: Writer-director Ryan Coogler’s acclaimed, memorable drama is based on a true incident at a Los Angeles train station on New Year’s Day 2009. A young father was shot by a transit officer, and the film details the hours leading up to the tragedy, with Michael B. Jordan playing the unarmed victim — whose fate was captured by other travelers on video — and Chad Michael Murray (“One

Tree Hill”) and Kevin Durand as involved cops. “The Help” Oscar winner Octavia Spencer is a co-star and co-executive producer of the film. DVD extras: “making-of” documentary; question-and-answer session with cast and filmmakers. *** (R: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) COMING SOON: “BLUE JASMINE” (Jan. 21): An ex-socialite (Cate Blanchett) struggles to cope after falling out of her place of prominence in the comedy-drama written and directed by Woody Allen. (PG-13: AS, P) “CAPTAIN PHILLIPS” (Jan. 21): Tom Hanks has the title role in the true story of an American cargo ship hijacked by Somali pirates in 2009. (PG-13: AS, V) “CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS 2” (Jan. 28): Flint’s (voice by Bill Hader) machine creates strange hybrids of food and animals in the animated sequel. (PG: AS) “DOWNTON ABBEY: SEASON 4” (Jan. 28): The latest round of the globally popular drama comes to home video, enabling viewers to see several episodes before they’re telecast on PBS. (Not rated: AS) “THE FIFTH ESTATE” (Jan. 28): WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange (Benedict Cumberbatch) is enmeshed in a global scandal over the release of classified documents. (R: P, V) “LAST VEGAS” (Jan. 28): Oscar winners all, Michael Douglas, Robert De Niro, Morgan Freeman and Kevin Kline play longtime pals who reunite for a spree in ... you know where. (PG13: AS, P) “RUSH” (Jan. 28): Auto racers James Hunt and Niki Lauda (Chris Hemsworth, Daniel Bruhl) are rivals on the Formula 1 circuit in director Ron Howard’s factbased drama. (R: AS, N, P) FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nudity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, particularly graphic violence.

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Farm camp registration opens Registration opened Jan. 1 for children and teens who love animals and nature at the summertime Farm and Ranch Camps of the Children’s Farm, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Children entering 2nd through 12th grades in the fall attend the camp, which will begin its 77th season on June 15. Later summer sessions begin June 30, July 6, July 13, July 20 and July 27. Each day is packed with fun for the 40 campers, who learn to ride horses, such as the camper shown above, care for animals, hike in the woods and creeks, and make campfires. Campers enjoy campouts, hayrides, games, crafts, and new friends. Both one-week and two-week overnight programs are offered, plus two one-week day camp programs. Older teens who seek outdoor leadership skills and outdoor adventure are invited to register for the Senior Outdoor Leaders-in-Training program, which includes challenges such as backpacking and canoeing. Early registration is recommended, as many sessions fill before April. A scholarship fund makes camp possible for children who need financial assistance. Prospective campers may call 361-3650 or visit thecenterpalos.org for more information.

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