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Thursday, June 5, 2014
Vets back calls to change county puppy mills law
Photo by Tim Hadac
Cook County Commissioner Elizabeth “Liz” Doody Gorman explains a proposed amendment to the Cook County Companion Animal & Consumer Protection Ordinance, as Commissioner Joan Patricia Murphy (left) waits to add her thoughts. Supporting the commissioners are CVMA President Dr. Richard Rossman (from left), CVMA Public Education and Media Relations Director Eric Voogd, and CVMA President-Elect Dr. Anthony Coronado. by Tim Hadac staff reporter
from facilities with more than five breeding females, a move that pet shop owners say would put them Veterinary medical authorities out of business. “The proposed amendment have joined Cook County Commissioners Elizabeth “Liz” Doody more effectively attempts to adGorman (R-17th) and Joan Patri- dress the harm caused by subcia Murphy (D-6th) in calling for standard breeders in a way that changes to the new Cook County does not punish breeders who Companion Animal & Consumer are in compliance with state and federal standards and also allows Protection Ordinance. Leaders of both the Chicago pet shops to continue to provide a Veterinary Medical Association service to consumers and to em(CVMA) and the American Veteri- ploy people in our communities,” nary Medical Association (AVMA) said Dr. Richard Rossman, CVMA stood with Gorman and Murphy president. Adding his organization’s backat a press conference May 28 in the George W. Dunne Building, ing was Adrian Hochstadt, AVMA assistant director of State Legisla69 W. Washington St., Chicago. The Regional News was the only tive & Regulatory Affairs. “The AVMA supports the overnews organization to attend, and exclusive video of the entire press all concept of trying to ‘target the conference is posted at theregion- harm’ without banning all sales from pet stores,” he said in realnews.com. An amendment introduced sponse to a question if his orgaby Gorman and Murphy would nization specifically supports the change the new ordinance to al- proposed amendment. Rossman added that the vetlow pet shops to obtain dogs, cats and rabbits from large-scale com- erinary profession “is vehemently mercial breeders, but only if they opposed to any and all sources of have a clean bill of health from inhumane and cruel treatment of the U.S. Department of Agricul- animals. Unethical, unscrupulous ture (USDA) and other regulatory breeders should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law and agencies. Under the ordinance as cur- permanently put out of business. “Veterinarians are well posirently written (and which is set to take effect Oct. 1), pet shops are prohibited from obtaining animals (See Pet law, Page 4)
Renderings courtesy Palos Heights Parks and Recreation Dept.
Front entry rendering of the proposed Palos Heights Rec Center renovation and addition (top). The original entry on the north side of the building facing 127th Street would like this artist’s sketch (above).
Rec Center plans aired to voters by Tim Hadac staff reporter Skeptics and supporters of the proposed $6.3 million renovation and expansion of the Palos Heights Recreation Center turned out Tuesday night to gather information, ask questions and voice opinions. The information session, the second of two, was held at the Rec Center, 6601 W. 127th St. About 45 men and women attended. Draft plans calls for expansion of the current rectangular Rec Center into an L-shaped building that will include two junior high school-sized basketball courts that could be converted to a full-size court, a second-floor wellness center with walking/ jogging track, a conversion of the current gym into a multipurpose room for large meetings and special events of local clubs,
conversion of office space into kitchen space for cooking classes, expanded parking and more. The expansion will require acquisition of land immediately south of the Rec Center, which has already been approved in principle by the School District 128 Board of Education. The land is needed to make room for an improved playground and parking lot of 70 to 80 spaces behind the current Rec Center, where what is now the building’s rear would be rebuilt into its new front entry. “I’m concerned about the cost of this in these tough times,” said Bob Kissel, a 29-year Palos Heights resident who said he opposes the proposed expansion. “The bubble burst, and everything exploded. What makes people think things are so good right now? People are still losing their homes, taxes are going up, the price of food is going up,
everything’s going up, and now they’re going to put this [Rec Center expansion] on the poor guy who can’t afford it. I may be able to afford it, but what about those who can’t?” Others voiced enthusiastic support for the idea.
“We’ve lived in Palos Heights for 10 years or so, and it was always our thought that the Rec Center needed to be revamped,” said Elizabeth Foertsch. “It’s embarrassing, honestly,” (See Rec Center, Page 4)
Photo by Tim Hadac
Palos Heights resident Bob Kissel (left) shakes Parks & Recreation Director’s Mike Leonard’s hand after Tuesday night’s information session.
Orland again debates low-key vs. loud signs by Tim Hadac staff reporter
moved their large, freestanding signs due to the widening of La Grange Road and need to make The ongoing debate over decisions soon on what kind of whether Orland Park should al- signs to design and order, in anlow electronic message boards ticipation of the reconstruction to be used as part of businesses’ project’s conclusion in 2015. Her comments echoed those outdoor signs continued at the Village Board meeting on Monday. made before a Village Board com“The timing really is critical, in mittee last October by Trustee terms of getting final resolution Edward G. Schussler and others. The struggle is over how to give on this,” cautioned Karie Friling, director Development Services, af- local businesses the leeway they ter she reminded the mayor and need to advertise with outdoor trustees that the discussion has signage, yet ensure that signs are visually appealing and tasteful. been underway since 2010. She noted that many businesses Trustees have said they are trying along La Grange Road have re- to avoid the gaudy “Las Vegas
look” that the say they see in other suburbs. An example of that is the sign outside the Thomas F. Courtney & Associates Law Center, 7000 W. 127th St., Palos Heights, Schussler said. “It’s an all-electronic sign, and it is what we don’t want [in Orland Park],” he said. “It’s multicolored, it’s bright, it flashes, and it does about 10 other things.” Schussler, a member of the board of directors of the Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce, said he generally supports allowing message boards, within strict guidelines on size, colors, light
intensity and other factors. Trustee James V. Dodge Jr. described himself “in the middle” on the signage issue, saying his while he supports businesses have the flexibility to design and install “interesting and attractive signage,” his “preferred outcome” would be for the village to allow outdoor signs without message boards. He wondered aloud if, in an era of instant Internet-based communication via handheld devices, if outdoor message boards are even needed. He added that he would like to see the village help local businesses develop cell phone apps
and other digital communications tools to facilitate the flow of information to Orland Park residents, as well as all other current and prospective customers. Dodge also expressed skepticism that the village had the staffing resources to enforce message board regulations. “Who is going to enforce this?” he asked village staff seated at a table in front of Village Board members. “I get the penalties, Photo by Tim Hadac and I’m glad you guys have made The bright, animated sign in the penalties more severe, so that Palos Heights that Orland Park clearly, you violate the rules, here Trustee Edward G. Schussler said he finds inappropriate for Orland Park. (See Orland, Page 4)
Photo by Steve Neuhaus
Photo by Tim Hadac
Orland Days’ annual carnival and parade get us to June Orland Park teens enjoy a break from all the fun last Friday evening at Orland Days, the annual Bianchi, and Tom Bell are a cool sight on a hot day, as the quintet offers ice-cold beer in the entertainfestival organized by the Orland Park Lions Club. Shown are Laura Stack, Alexis Abbeduto, Samantha ment tent last Sunday, the final day of Orland Days. Johnson and Danielle Moran. Summerlike weather helped boost turnout to an estimated 20,000 over five days at the event, held At right, Orland Park Lions Club stalwarts Steve Anton (from left), Joe Piecuch, Kevin McCabe, Jim at Centennial Park Metra Station, 10401 W. 153rd St. For more, see Page 4.
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The Regional News Thursday, June 5, 2014
For the Public Safety Ruse burglary alert
Scam season brings crooks to your door From Palos Park Police Chief Joe Miller Every year around this time, the area seems to be infiltrated with home improvement and landscape contractors. There are many legitimate companies out there, but there are always companies or individuals who are just trying to take advantage of people. The Palos Park Police Department warns residents to be on guard against “ruse” burglaries and other suspicious situations which may make your car or home an easy target. A ruse burglary is a crime in which someone distracts the homeowner while a second person enters the home and looks for things to steal. Ruse burglaries are a favorite method of operation for residential burglars’ and often target senior citizens. Avoiding ruse burglaries: • Never let a door-todoor sales or repair person inspect any part of your property. Ask for identification and phone their office to verify who they are. • Don’t walk outside your home to have a solicitor “point out” repairs on you house. This is when an accomplice will enter your home to steal. • Never let persons inside your home — even with you present. • Ruse burglars will often claim that they are already doing work for a neighbor and will give you a good deal. • Often scammers will do their homework and will know your name or your neighbor’s names to try to get you to convince you that they are legitimate. • Don’t fall for fake referrals. Please remember that solicitors are required to have a permit issued by the village of
Palos Park. Do not open your door and allow anyone into your home that you did not call or invite. Always verify who they are or call 911, so that an officer can respond and check on the individual. There has also been a recent flood of phone scams in our area and throughout the country. A common one that occurs around tax season is a subject will call and claim to be with the IRS. They will advise that there was an error in your taxes, and you need to get a prepaid credit card immediately to avoid penalties or jail. Another popular phone scam is when an unknown caller tells you that you won a prize but you just have to pay for the taxes prior to receiving the prize. In addition, be weary if you receive a telephone call from someone claiming to be a family member asking for money to be sent to them. Most often they will say that they are having car problems or are in jail. The caller will typically instruct you to purchase prepaid credit cards, and call them back with the prepaid cards access code. No one from any legitimate agency would ever ask you to purchase and pay with prepaid credit card’s. If you are ever requested to pay with one, the red flags should pop up and you should disconnect immediately. Once the cards information is given to a scammer there is NO getting the money back or canceling the card, the money is gone. The best rule of thumb: If you did not initiate the contact, don’t give them any information over the phone, online or let them into your home. Any questions or concerns, simply call the Palos Park Police Department, 671 3770 or 448 2191.
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Readers Write Connor and Crew say many thanks Dear Editor: I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank everyone who participated in the CCFA Walk with Connor’s Courageous Crew on Saturday, May 10. My family and I have been participating in the Naperville Walk for the past 10 years and it has been my hope to host a walk in my own community in order to make it easier for all of our supporters to attend. My wish came true this year in ways I never dreamed possible. The amount of community support given to us was overwhelming. Our church – Good Shepherd Lutheran, allowed us to use their facility to host our event, where we served a meal to all of our walkers complete with dessert and drinks….all donated by members of our business community. We were able to assemble raffle baskets in order to raise additional funds with donations give to us by many local businesses. And last but certainly not least, God provided us with a perfect day on which to walk. While I am so grateful that we were almost able to achieve our monetary goal of $15,000, the more important thing to me was that we were able to raise awareness and touch the lives of people we didn’t even know. A young boy – age 8 – who was recently diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease saw our signs along the path of the PBO fields and asked his parents if he could skip his game and attend the walk. He did just that along with his
family and was so engaged and excited he asked us if we were going to do this again next year. His Mom thanked us for hosting the event and said this was the first time her son had participated in anything of this nature and felt that he learned a lot about dealing with his disease. Another gentleman who lives in the community who suffers with the disease saw our article in the newspaper and said he was thrilled to be a part of the walk and is hopeful we will continue to do this in the future. It is these two stories and others like it that truly made this event a success and I feel like I was finally able to achieve what I set out to do…raise awareness and bring people together in my own community to let everyone know that together not only can we support each other but we can also do good things to help fund research for a cure. Finally, I would like to encourage everyone to visit all of these generous businesses listed below who helped make our walk a huge success. Without all of their support we would not have been able to create such a fun day. Please consider joining our team and walking with us again next year in Palos Heights for the Second Annual CCFA Walk hosted by Connor’s Courageous Crew. Animal Island, Aurelio’s, Beau Geste Salon & Day Spa, Wilmer Liquors, Bellas Bakery, Bon A Pit, Brother Rice High School, Candos Agency, C.J. Erickson Plumbing, Capri Restaurant, Chalet Florist, Charter Fitness, Della Nonnas Cookies, Francesca’s Italian Restaurant, Friends of Friends,
Glen Oaks Golf Course, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Great American Bagel, Harvest Room, Headlines Salon, Home Depot, Jewel Foods, Julianni’s Italian Restaurant, Lush Color Bar and Hair Salon, Marist High School, Mid Villa Pizza, Mondellos, Nicorata Dental, Pack Leader Academy, Palos Animal Hospital, Palos Golf, Palos Heights City Hall, Palos Heights Parks and Recreation Department, Palos Heights Public Works, Palos Pet Shop, Palos South District 118 Middle School, Plush Horse, Pops Italian Beef, Primos Mexican Restaurant, Prism Printing, The Regional News, Ruff Cuts, Running For Kicks, Sam Buca’s, Silver Lakes Golf Course, Sandburg High School, Stagg High School, Starbucks, Swank Hair Studio, Tastee Freeze, The Breadsmith, The Printing Press, Trio’s, Ultra Foods, Wheel of Wisdom, White Castle and Wilmer Liquors. Connor Mish, Palos Heights
Heights Women say thank you for flower sale support Dear Editor: Thank you to all the citizens of the community who helped make the Palos Heights Woman’s Club’s Flower Sale a success. Because of your generous support, we will be able to make donations to our many charitable organizations. Ted’s Greenhouse has offered to donate 20 percent of sales until June 15. Coupons for this event are available at Karen’s Hallmark, the Rec. Center, City Hall, the
Inside the First Amendment
In higher education, low tolerance for free speech by Charles C. Haynes Daniel Harper, a student at Cameron University in Oklahoma, is the latest victim of the censorship pandemic currently infecting America’s colleges and universities. Earlier this semester, Harper handed out flyers expressing his religious objections to the World Mission Society, a religious group active on Cameron’s campus. Harper, an evangelical Christian, believes the group is a dangerous cult. After receiving a complaint, administrators prohibited Harper from distributing any more flyers citing the university’s Expressive Activity Policy and Equal Opportunity Policy, which bar students from engaging in “offensive” and “discriminatory” speech, require students to join a student organization, and then get prior permission to distribute flyers. Harper is fighting back with help from the Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF), a Christian legal group. On May 15, he sued university officials
for violating his constitutionally protected right to free speech and religious liberty. If the allegations prove true, Cameron officials have displayed a stunning disregard for the First Amendment — which, as administrators of a public university, they are required to uphold. “I like the amendments to the Constitution,” the Equal Opportunity Officer told Harper, according to the ADF complaint. “They are foundations to democracy. But that’s all they are, foundations. You can’t live on them. You’ll freeze to death in winter and burn up in summer.” The administrator went on to explain that the University’s policies are above those “amendments to the Constitution” and that Harper needed to follow university policy regardless of his First Amendment rights. Even stranger (and more chilling), university administrators charged Harper with religious discrimination for disseminating views critical of a religious group. On the
Cameron campus, apparently, “religious freedom” means freedom from being offended. Under the First Amendment, however, religious freedom means the right to be free from government control or repression, not freedom from criticism in the marketplace of ideas. As constitutional scholar Eugene Volokh points out in his commentary on this case, “freedom of religion and of speech itself protects the right to denounce religions. Religious beliefs and religious groups, no less than political beliefs and groups other beliefs and groups, are eminently proper subjects of criticism. A public university is forbidden by the First Amendment from trying to squelch such criticism, whether it’s of conservative Christianity, Islam, Catholicism, Mormonism, Judaism or the World Mission Society.” Sadly, Daniel Harper’s case is not an isolated incident. Censorship of constitutionally protected speech is commonplace today on college and university campuses across
the nation. Of the 427 colleges and universities analyzed by the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) in a 2014 report, almost 59 percent maintain policies that “seriously and substantially restrict” protected speech and another 36 percent overregulate speech on campus. (www.thefire.org) In an apparent zeal to ensure that no one is ever offended for any reason, many universities create “free speech” zones to isolate student speech, ban “unwanted” jokes, off-hand comments and teasing, and, in myriad other ways, attempt to silence protected speech. Students at Cameron University and many other campuses must jump through hoops and get an official stamp of approval before being allowed to distribute materials in public spaces. At two universities in the past year, administrators even barred students from distributing the U.S. Constitution because they didn’t get the proper authorization and stick to the designated distribution area. The good news is that Daniel
Harper will likely win his case. But when students like Daniel must go to court to secure their right to free speech, it’s bad news for the future of the First Amendment. Colleges and universities, after all, are supposed to be testing grounds for exercising First Amendment rights — places of open inquiry about the full range of religious and political convictions, including those that spark robust debate or offend prevailing sensibilities. Shutting down the free exchange of views on campus is the beginning of the end for a vibrant marketplace of ideas in America’s public square. Maybe we can’t “live on” the First Amendment, as the Cameron administrator put it. But he needs to remember — as do we all — that we can’t live free without it. Charles C. Haynes is director of the Religious Freedom Center of the Newseum Institute, 555 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., Washington, DC 20001. Web: religiousfreedomcenter.org Email: chaynes@newseum.org
Palos Heights Library, and at Lake Katherine. Ted’s sill has a great selection of top quality items. Thank you. Kim Prokes
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What are your favorite summertime activities? (Asked at Lake Katherine, Palos Heights)
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Eileen Carney, Palos Heights “I like golf and going to the pool.”
Joe Carney, Palos Heights Golf, though not nearly as much as I want.”
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The Regional News Thursday, June 5, 2014
Man charged with murder of Palos Park businessman
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by Tim Hadac staff reporter
en, son, Alex, and other family and friends. Chicago police announced the arrest at 9:43 pm. last Friday, A 29-year-old man whose last saying that what broke the case known address was in Champaign open was their distribution of a was charged last Thursday with sketch of the killer last month. the slaying of Palos Park businessThe sketch was shared with law man Herbert Goode in Chicago enforcement agencies across the on March 1. Midwest, and police in Champaign Tyneil Washington, charged contacted their Chicago counterwith first-degree murder, is now parts when they saw it. being held on $5 million bond Washington’s last known adby the Cook County Department dress was in Champaign, accordof Corrections. He was last in ing to Chicago police. He was court on Monday for a status apprehended by authorities “at hearing. a residence in Chicago” without Washington allegedly shot and incident, a police spokesman told killed Herb Goode at about 2 p.m. Tyneil Washington The Regional News last Friday Saturday, March 1 in an apparent robbery on Chicago’s Southwest Claremont, where his company night. Chicago police described the maintained a production facility. Side. Goode was shot several times arrest as a team effort that inGoode was the owner of Silver Cloud Galleries, 20 W. Ohio in the chest and pronounced dead cluded the Champaign Police DeSt., Chicago, a high-end, custom that afternoon at Mount Sinai partment and the Great Lakes Region Fugitive Task Force of the framing and fine art services Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Kar- U.S. Marshal’s Office. firm. He was shot near 57th and
Admitted home repair scammer gets six years Historical marker for Park School
Photo courtesy village of Orland Park
Park School students, staff and members of the community gathered to witness the landmark dedication of the school by Orland Park village and School District 135 officials last Thursday.
by Tim Hada staff reporter A 44-year-old Berwyn man with prior burglary convictions has been sentenced to six years in prison for defrauding two Orland Park homeowners in a homerepair scam last fall. Ricky Ziko, of Berwyn, pleaded guilty on May 20 and was given the sentence by Cook County Circuit Court Judge Colleen A. Hyland, according to a statement released last week by the Orland Park Police Department. Ziko was arrested on Oct. 8 by Orland Park police and charged with aggravated home repair fraud. Police said then that he “was soliciting to do cement repair work at a residence in the 14300 block of South Raneys Lane.” The homeowner, a 76-year-old man, became suspicious of Ziko, but did not confront Ziko because he was in fear of being harmed and was in the process of being scammed, he later told police.
Ziko while he was driving in Hickory Hills. He was transported back to the station, where he admitted to putting sand in the crack. He was also identified in a similar home repair scam that had occurred earlier in the day in the village, in the 15300 block of South Thistlewood Drive. The homeowner, a 47-year-old woman, was approached by Ziko, who claimed he had done work at the residence previously and negotiated a price to repair concrete cracks. The cracks were filled with nothing more than a Ricky Ziko wet sand mixture. Ziko admitZiko was persistent about the ted to this repair fraud also, price on the repair work, and the police said. Ziko also is a convicted burglar victim gave him a small amount of cash for the work done just to who in 2004 was sentenced to get him to leave. (The offender 15 years in prison. He has prior had spread a sand mixture on a convictions, mostly for burglary, crack in the concrete.) The victim dating back to 1988, according to called the police when Ziko left the Illinois Department of Corthe home and gave a description rections. He will be eligible for parole of Ziko’s vehicle. Orland Park police arrested in October, 2016.
Orland Park School alumni and pupils gathered with village and School District 135 officials last Thursday morning for the dedication of the 92-year-old school building as a village historical landmark. Orland Park School, at 9960 W. 143rd St., has long been considered a local landmark. Last Thursday, the building officially joined the ranks of other local landmarks designated with historical-marker signs explaining the building’s significance in the community’s history. “We are very excited to add Orland Park School to the village’s landmark program” said Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin. “This building has been an anchor of the Old Orland area for decades and is a very important part of the community’s history.” Orland Park School began its life as a one-room schoolhouse at 9771 W. 143rd St., built in 1922 in the Prairie style, with Georgian Revival features. The building was constructed by Alfred F. Pashley.
It also served as a high school until 1954, before Sandburg High School was built and opened. “Orland School District 135 is excited to be a part of the landmark designation for Park School,” said School Board President Joe La Margo. “We’ve had generations of families attend school in this building and it’s exciting to be able to share its important history with the landmark sign in front of the school.” Located in the heart of Old Orland, the building was the center of community life at one time. In the 1920s and ‘30s, the school boasted the “best infield in the state,” according to the late Village Trustee Harley Uthe. The property later hosted high school sports, the firemen’s carnival and water ball competitions among area fire departments. Longtime Orland Park residents remember attending high school at the 143rd Street building. “I was part of the last graduating high school class in 1954, before Carl Sandburg High School
opened,” said Gerry Klotz Sr. “We had classes in different buildings in Old Orland and that was our Orland Park High School,” he said. The adjacent Joliet limestone gymnasium, built by James Pomeroy, was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1940 and is a rare building for this region. The horizontal emphasis typifies Prairie Style while symmetry, accented entrances, pediments, fanlights and sidelights illustrate Georgian Revival. Orland Park School joins other designated landmarks in the village’s program, including the home of Orland Park’s first mayor, John Humphrey; the Twin Tower Sanctuary of the former United Methodist Church; the first home built in Orland Park and the home of the village’s third mayor, Harry Cox; the Stellwagen Farm; Orland State Bank at 14316 Beacon; and the Folk Victorian building at 14330 Beacon Ave., now home to Anna B’s Antiques.
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Orland Chamber golf outing open to non-members, as well The Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce still has openings for its 2014 golf outing to be held at Silver Lake Country Club on Thursday, June 19. Golfers can reserve a foursome for $460 or $115 for a single. The price includes a light breakfast, lunch, dinner and a golf cart for the day. Organizers are putting a new face on the gold outing, said Keloryn Putnam, chamber executive director. “Fun will be the word of the day as Super Heroes challenge golfer’s skills. Golfers do not have to be a member of the chamber to golf at our outing. We encourage everyone who loves golf to join us for the day.” The golf registration form can be downloaded from the Chamber’s website at www.orlandparkchamber. org. For more information on the golf outing, call the chamber office at 349-2972 or visit the website. Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin and other village officials participated in last year’s chamber golf outing. Shown are Joe LaMargo, Deputy Village Clerk (from left); Paul Grimes, Orland Park Village Manager; village Trustee Kathleen Fenton, Marc Lochow, then president of the Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce and Mayor McLaughlin.
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Orland Days begin summertime fest season
Photos by Tim Hadac
Taking a break from serving up a perennial local favorite at Orland Days are Jennifer Vanderwoude (from left), Michael Lorenzo Jr., and Kelly McGuire of Papa Joe’s Italian Cuisine, 14459 S. La Grange Road. Lions Club officials praised Papa Joe’s for donating all pizza served to the estimated 1,800 adults and children with disabilities last Thursday at the annual Norm Meyer’s Special Day for Special People, held on carnival grounds.
Steve Anton (left), chairman of this year’s Orland Days and both a past and the incoming president of the Orland Park Lions Club, surveys the scene last Sunday with outgoing club President Jack Sans, who chaired last year’s event.
Enjoying a lighter moment at Orland Days are Steve Anton (from left), Ken Nilsson, and Mike Carroll, all past presidents of the Orland Park Lions Club. Even as the Lions were breaking down the carnival tents Sunday night, Anton told The Regional News that planning has already started for Orland Days 2015. Those interested in assisting or learning more about the club may visit orlandparklionsclub.com online.
Collecting cover charges for charity at the entertainment tent’s entrance are Orland Park Lions Kathy Fenton (from left), Mark Kazlauskas, and Jen Wlodarski. Funds raised at Orland Days help Photo by Steve Neuhaus underwrite a range of activities, including helping people with hearing Richie Christofylakis of Orland Park cools off with a refreshing frozen and vision impairments, assisting the needy, and more. lemonade drink.
Photo by Steve Neuhaus
Photo by Steve Neuhaus
Members of the Pietsch family of Orland Park pose for a photo just before their thrilling ride on the Mat- Tina Zomparelli and her friend Keith Gill, both of Palos Heights, dance to the tunes of tribute band terhorn at the Orland Days carnival last Friday. Shown are Luke and Lacey (front), and Liberty and Livia. Chicago Transit Anthology.
Pet law (Continued from page 1) tioned to assess the welfare of animals and are the best source for educating individuals and families about responsible pet ownership,” Rossman continued. “The profession is committed to ongoing public education to increase awareness and to bring about desired change necessary to address valid concerns regarding unethical, unscrupulous breeders.” The amendment sponsored by Gorman and Murphy was introduced May 21 and was referred to the Cook County Board of Commissioners’ Legislation and Intergovernmental Relations Committee, which is expected to consider the matter at a public hearing set for 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, June 17 on the fifth floor of the Cook County Building, 118 N. Clark St., Chicago.
Rec Center (Continued from page 1) chimed in Karen Wright, who has lived in the city for a dozen years. “I mean, the staff here now does manage to get great things out of it. But if we had a newer and better facility, an expanded facility, imagine the good they could do for Palos Heights.” “I’ve lived here more than 40 years, and this building (built as Crab Orchard Junior High School) is over 50 years old, and what have they done with it in all those years? They painted a few walls,” added Ann DeVries, a retired teacher who taught in School Districts 118 and 128. “I work out here three days a week in a tiny room. The record player doesn’t work, and you’re hot and there’s no air conditioning. This place needs to be renovated. You’ve got to stay up with the times.” One man at the meeting said he expected a referendum to fail and criticized the plan for what he sees as competing with private health clubs and other businesses. Parks & Recreation Director Mike Leonard countered that
Among those criticizing the ordinance as it current stands was Dr. Anthony Coronado, presidentelect of the CVMA. “I’ve been practicing [veterinary medicine] for 19 years, and when Illinois’ Puppy Lemon Law came out a few years ago, I was very happy to hear that, because countless times I’ve seen pets come in from pet stores—very ill, the owners are heartbroken because they’re attached to this puppy, and now they’ve got to give it up or let it go because they can’t afford the treatment,” he said. “[Before the Puppy Lemon Law], they had no remedy to go back to the pet store, and now they do,” Coronado continued. “The new [Cook County Companion Animal & Consumer Protection Ordinance], though, effectively reverses that because the dogs are not classified as ‘retail pets’ any more, and people [with sick dogs] have to go back
to the breeders, who are often out of state, and now they have no remedy.” Gorman thanked the veterinarians for their input and claimed they had been “shut out of the initial legislative process” when the ordinance was introduced and passed on the same day, April 9, with no deliberation by committees. “We were pleased to have met with the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association and American Veterinary Medical Association,” Gorman said. “There is no other body that protects the health and well-being of our pets more than our veterinarians. We asked them to review the original ordinance and then provide us with their expert opinion and any recommendations they might have to improve and strengthen it.” Gorman said she looked forward to the June 17 hearing, saying it will be good to “get accurate and truthful information
out there” and counter much of what she called “misinformation spread via social media,” in an apparent dig at the Puppy Mill Project and other activist groups. Murphy said that both she and Gorman have received “hundreds upon hundreds of phone calls and emails” from people accusing them of liking animal cruelty. “That is ridiculous, it’s absolutely ridiculous,” said Murphy, a longtime animal welfare advocate and founder and co-chair (with Cook County Sheriff Thomas Dart) of Cook County Partners Against Animal Cruelty. The Cook County Companion Animal & Consumer Protection Ordinance is designed to strike a blow against puppy mills by attacking the problem at the retail level. “Puppy mill” is a derisive term used by activists and others to describe those large-scale commercial breeders that engage in sloppy and even inhumane treat-
many people in Palos Heights currently leave town for both personal fitness and team sports activities, which means lost revenue for city businesses. Wright agreed. “I don’t see [a renovated and expanded Rec Center] having a negative impact on businesses in Palos Heights,” she said. “There is an enormous need here for this type of facility. I currently drive to Lemont for baseball practices, and when I’m out there, I shop at Target and Kohl’s right there.” The forum was led by Leonard, who walked everyone through the city’s recent history of parks and recreation-related improvements, starting with the 60-page Recreation Master plan, adopted by the City Council in 2008 and which serves as an action plan for Palos Heights officials. The document can be viewed online at palosheights.org. Leonard recounted what he described as city successes, including the rejuvenation of the municipal pool, which went from a “tax burden” hemorrhaging up to $80,000 a year to an efficient operation that today is “entirely supported by user fees.” He also talked frankly about the city’s failed attempt in 2004
to persuade voters to build a new recreation center from the ground up. In that effort, Palos Heights voters approved the concept of a new center in an advisory referendum, by a vote of 1,827 to 1,249—but then, upon learning of the estimated price tag of $16.6 million, turned thumbs down on the plan seven months later in a binding referendum vote of 4,902 to 1,869. Leonard attempted to distance the current push from the 2004 effort by saying that the 2014 price tag of $6.3 million makes more sense for a city the size of Palos Heights. He noted that the estimated costs, spread out over the 20-year life of the bonds, would cost the average Palos Heights homeowner about $2 a week. While Leonard was careful to repeatedly state that he is prohibited from advocating for the project or “telling people how to vote” on a referendum question that the City Council may vote to put on the Nov. 4 election ballot, he spoke at length about what he sees as the benefits of the proposed renovation and expansion, including alleviation of overcrowding, increased local opportunities for physical fitness, improved quality of life, and a positive impact on
local property values. While all property owners in Palos Heights may be asked to foot the bill for the project, some in the city were not invited to the sessions. Invitations went out only to households that included at least one “registered, active” voter, Leonard said. The next step, Leonard said, is that the city will mail surveys to those same households. Surveys must be completed and returned by June 20. Results will be tabulated and assessed by a 20-person task force appointed by Mayor Robert S. Straz and the City Council. The task force is expected to meet on June 24 and then offer a recommendation to the City Council, which may move forward with placing the question on the Nov. 4 ballot. Leonard said the process is one that is respectful of Palos Heights residents at every turn, and he reminded the audience that the decision is theirs to make. “You represent yourself in a referendum vote. You have the power to make a difference in your community, whether you want it or not. At the end of the day, myself and my staff, we’ll respect whatever decision you make.”
ment of dogs and cats. Cook County Commissioner John Fritchey (D-12th), of Chicago’s North Side, championed the new ordinance and has said it will limit “the retail sale of puppies and kittens in Cook County pet stores to animals sourced from shelters and other humane adoption centers.” The measure also allows pet shops to purchase dogs and cats from small-scale, hobbyist breeders. It was passed in the wake of a similar and stricter ordinance passed the Chicago City Council by a vote of 49-1. A key point of the debate is whether a commercial dog breeding facility can operate safely and humanely. Many activists say it is impossible and have branded such facilities as puppy mills that should be forced out of operation. Pet shop owners, commercial dog breeders, the American Kennel Club, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture say otherwise.
Orland (Continued from page 1) are the sanctions—and they’re steep. Love it. “Who’s going to do this?” he continued. “Your guys are going to go around in the middle of the night with a light meter? Public Works is? The cop shop is? Who’s doing the enforcement?” Friling responded by saying that enforcement will be handled by “my staff, my inspectors” who will need new meters that will measure light intensity. No action was taken Monday, since the matter was only up for discussion. In an attempt to move the matter forward, Mayor Daniel McLaughlin polled trustees on whether or not they were open to allowing electronic message boards. The consensus appeared to direct village staff to conduct more research and begin to craft suggested revisions to village sign regulations, which Friling and others agreed are highly restrictive, by design. Also Monday, the Village Board saluted Police Chief Timothy McCarthy for his 20 years of service.
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A 12-week-old Weimeraner looks quizzically at the camera as she is held by Erika Bowlds, manager of Happiness Is Pets, 15647 S. 94th Ave., Orland Park. The shop has been located in the village for the last 28 years. McLaughlin said that McCarthy inherited a police department that was “much smaller, had its internal issues, and needed some changes” and built it into the “best police department in the state.” McCarthy said his time as chief has been “a challenge, but a wonderful challenge” and credited the men and women of the rank and file for the department’s success. “They just needed some guidance, and they got it,” he said. “Dare I say, ‘Another 20 years’?” McLaughlin smiled as he shook McCarthy’s hand. “No, sir,” the chief shot back, as the room erupted in laughter. Trustee Kathleen Fenton reminded everyone that the village’s farmers market starts this Friday outside Village Hall, 14700 S. Ravinia Ave. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday, through Oct. 3. Several dozen vendors will sell fresh fruit and vegetables, cuts of meat and poultry, baked goods, household items and more. McLaughlin again urged all local Vietnam veterans to send an email to MayorsVietnamVets@ orlandpark.org to sign up for notifications about upcoming events designed to thank veterans for their service and observe the end of the war.
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Man charged with battery Palos Heights police charged John P. Gnutek, 47, of Joliet, with battery. While involved in a traffic altercation in the 7300 block of West 131st Street at 12:21 p.m. last Saturday, Gnutek allegedly punched the other motorist, a 58-year-old Crestwood man, in the face. Police said that Gnutek then returned to his vehicle and fled the scene. Both Gnutek and the other motorist later appeared at police headquarters to offer their versions of events. Bond was set at $1,500, and Gnutek is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on July 17. In other Palos Heights police news, Orlando M. Nalls, 27, of Orland Park, was charged with driving on a suspended license, as
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Police charged Rodney Harris, 24, of Country Club Hills, with driving on a suspended license, no proof well as failure to wear a seatbelt. of insurance, and improper display Police curbed his vehicle in the 6300 of registration. Police curbed his block of West College Drive at 9:05 vehicle in the 12700 block of South a.m. last Friday. Bond was set at Ridgeland Avenue at 4 p.m. last $1,500, and Nalls is set to appear Friday, after police saw his front in court in Bridgeview on June 18. license plate on the vehicle’s dashMichael Cruz, 36, of Alsip, was board, police said. Aleksander Bolzek, 43, of Chicharged with driving on a revoked license, as well as operating a mo- cago, was charged with DUI. His tor vehicle with expired registra- vehicle was pulled over by police in tion. His vehicle was stopped by the 13100 block of South Harlem police in the 6200 block of West Avenue at 3:58 a.m. last Saturday College Drive at 3:29 a.m. May after police observed it allegedly 25, after a random plate check. traveling south in the northbound Bond was set at $1,500, and Cruz lanes. He was released on his sigwas given a court date of July 2 nature and is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on July 2. in Bridgeview.
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La Grange Roadwork plays role in DUI crash and theft allegations The reconstruction of La Grange Road was a factor in two crimerelated incidents that occurred last month, according to the Orland Park Police Department. A 29-year-old Monee man was charged with DUI after his car rammed into a backhoe in the 16300 block of South La Grange Road at 2:04 a.m. May 9. Police investigating the crash said they found Kevin T. McCarthy standing at the scene, a deep cut above his eyebrow and the windshield of his vehicle smashed into the rear of the backhoe. When the crash occurred, the backhoe was traveling at about 20 mph at the construction site, according to the 50-year-old man operating it. McCarthy was treated by Orland Fire Protection District paramedics and transported to Silver Cross Hospital. His car was towed and impounded, and he is set to appear in court in Bridgeview tomorrow. Two men were charged with theft after they were allegedly caught taking scrap I-beams from the side of La Grange Road, in the 13600 block, at about 2:30 p.m. on May 4. Police responding to a 911 call said they spotted Timothy B. Norton, 30, of Matteson, and Kyle D. Norton, 27, of Lansing, loading the iron objects into the back of an SUV. They reportedly told police they were merely recycling the items, but were made to put them back after police were told by a representative of a Coal City construction firm that no one was authorized to remove the objects, according to the police report. Both men are scheduled to appear at a hearing at the Orland Park Civic Center on Tuesday. In other Orland Park police news, Rachel M. Bruno, 29, of Palos Heights, was charged with DUI, as well as driving without headlights on after police curbed her car in the 15200 block of South Harlem Avenue at 2:01 a.m. May 10. Police said her vehicle was towed and impounded, and Bruno is set to appear in court in Bridgeview on June 27, Nicholas J. Cocanig, 23, of Orland Park, was charged with driving on a suspended license, as well as no proof of insurance after police stopped his car in the 11200 block of West 143rd Street at 12:30 p.m. May 9 after a random registration check, police said. His vehicle was towed and impounded, and Cocanig is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on June 16. Police charged Robert J. Triezenberg, 19, of Orland Park, with DUI, possession of alcohol by a minor, possession of drug paraphernalia, speeding, and failure to signal a turn. His car was pulled over by police in the 14900 block of South La Grange Road at 1:25 a.m. May 11 after it was spotted traveling at 55 mph, 20 mph over the posted limit, according to the police report. A search of the car yielded a glass smoking pipe, as well as two half-full cans of Bud Light, police said. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Triezenberg was scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview last Monday. The passenger in the car, 19-year-old John R. Sheehy, of Tinley Park, was charged with consumption of alcohol by a minor, police said. Fidelio G. Galves, 37, of Orland Park, was charged with possession of cannabis and possession of drug
ORLAND PARK POLICE paraphernalia. Police responding to a “loud music” call at 12:51 a.m. May 8 said they saw Galves seated in his car in a parking lot behind an apartment building in the 14400 block of South Jefferson Avenue. As they approached the vehicle to order him to turn down the volume on his car stereo, they said they saw a glass smoking pipe in plain view, as well as a plastic bag containing cannabis on the ground nearby. Galves is set to appear at a hearing at the Orland Park Civic Center on Tuesday. Police charged Shan S. Patel, 19, of Orland Park, with speeding, no proof of insurance, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Police curbed his car near 153rd Street and 108th Avenue at 1 a.m. May 8, after they said they spotted it traveling at 65 mph, 25 mph over the posted limit. Patel was scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview last Monday, on the speeding and insurance charges, and is set to appear at the Orland Park Civic Center on Tuesday, on the drug paraphernalia charge. Also charged with possession of drug paraphernalia was Eduardo Bravo, 20, of Orland Park, a passenger in the car. He is set to appear at a hearing at the Orland Park Civic Center on Tuesday. Jason J. Brennan, 31, of Oak Lawn, was charged possession of drug paraphernalia, as well as operating a motor vehicle with expired registration. His SUV was stopped by police in the 13100 block of South Southwest Highway at 8:12 p.m. May 4 after a random plate check. Police said they saw a glass smoking pipe inside the vehicle, in plain view. Brennan is scheduled to appear at a hearing at the Orland Park Civic Center on Tuesday. Police charged Daniel R. Gallacher, 29, of Oak Lawn, with disorderly conduct, and James D. Akines, 28, of Chicago, with battery. The two were fistfighting in the games area of a restaurant on Orland Square Drive at 10:21 p.m. May 10, according to the police report. Witnesses said that Gallacher bumped into Akines, which led to a heated argument. The confrontation escalated, according to security staff, when Akines slapped a drink out of Gallacher’s hand and spat in his face. The police report gave no indication of court dates for either man. Mohammad Alomari, 23, of Tinley Park, was charged with assault, as well as possession of cannabis. He allegedly threatened to kill a security official during an argument outside The Prayer Center of Orland Park, 16530 S. 104th Ave., at 1:03 p.m. May 9. The security staffer, a 59-year-old man, said that the threat occurred after he told Alomari that he could not park his van in the parking lot of Orland Park Orthopedics, 16450 S. 104th Ave. Alomari responded by saying he is a patient at the sports medicine center and that he had permission to park there, according to the police report. After he was taken into custody, police said they found a cannabis cigarette in Alomari’s pocket. They added that a computer check revealed that he was wanted on a warrant from Worth on a battery charge. Alomari was scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview last Monday.
Police charged Yolanda K. Carter, 47, of Chicago, with DUI, failing to signal a lane change, and disobeying a traffic signal. Her SUV was pulled over by police in the 8300 block of West 159th Street at 2:31 a.m. May 11. A search of the vehicle yielded a nearly empty bottle of Bacardi rum, police said. The SUV was towed and impounded, and Carter was give a Bridgeview court date of June 27. Diana Davydenkoviene, 42, of Woodridge, was charged with DUI, illegal transportation of alcohol, and improper lane usage. Police responding to a call of a person driving erratically said they found her minivan parked in an open garage in the 15700 block of South Lake Hills Court at 7:31 p.m. May 7. A search of the vehicle yielded 80 miniature bottles of Smirnoff vodka, six of which were empty, police said. A receipt found in the minivan showed that they had been purchased about 90 minutes earlier from a nearby liquor store, according to the police report. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Davydenkoviene is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on June 27. Police charged Samantha A. Munley, 22, of Chicago, with retail theft after she allegedly stole a one-ounce bottle of Versace men’s cologne worth $41 from a store in Orland Square Mall at 6:45 p.m. Munley is scheduled to appear at a hearing at the Orland Park Civic Center on Tuesday. Gabrielle J. Brown, 19, of Glenwood, and Brandi N. Williams, 18, of Chicago, were charged with retail theft after they allegedly stole more than $340 worth of clothing from a department store in Orland Square Mall at 6:30 p.m. May 8. They are set to appear in court in Bridgeview on June 19. Police charged Shavohnn M. Grady, 27, of Calumet City, with driving on a suspended license, no proof of insurance, no front license plate, and operating a vehicle with overly tinted windows. Police curbed her car near 151st Street and Larkspur Lane at 11:01 a.m. May 10. Grady was given a court date of June 16 in Bridgeview. Kyana N. Benvenuto, 24, of Richton Park, was charged with driving on a suspended license, as well as operating a motor vehicle with an obstructed view. Police stopped her car in the 16100 block of South La Grange Road at 11:12 p.m. May 10, after they said they saw several items hanging from the rear view mirror. Benvenuto is set to appear in court in Bridgeview on June 27. Police charged Dominique M. Stegall, 22, and Colleen M. Burns, 21, both of Bourbonnais, with retail theft after they allegedly stole more than $570 worth of clothing and jewelry from a department store in Orland Square Mall at 3:22 p.m. May 7. They are scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on June 19. Reyna Rios, 57, of Chicago, was charged with felony theft after she allegedly stole more than $700 worth of clothing from a department store in Orland Square Mall at 3:47 p.m. May 5. Store security told police that she entered the store with an empty Hollister bag and an empty Victoria’s Secret bag, and later left with the bags full of stolen merchandise, police said. The police report gave no indication of a court date.
Palos Twp. sells vehicle stickers for unincorporated Cook County The 2014 Cook County vehicle stickers for residents of unincorporated Palos Township are now available for purchase at the township office, 10802 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills. All residents in unincorporated Cook County must purchase a vehicle sticker for every vehicle in their household, including those that are kept in a garage. Stickers must be purchased and displayed by July 1. All Cook County vehicle stickers must be purchased with a check, money order or a cashier’s check. Cash payment, credit cards and debit cards will not be accepted. Stick-
ers can also be purchased online at www.cookcountyil.gov/revenue. The Department of Revenue has implemented a new strategy for permanent stickers this year. Two new stickers have been created for taxpayer convenience purposes, SR permanent stickers for Seniors and NF permanent stickers for persons with disabilities and disabled veterans. In order to be in compliance, you must remove your old. Existing permanent sticker and affix the new SR or NF sticker by July 1. Stickers must be purchased by July 1. If residents purchase their stickers after July 1, they must
pay a penalty, which is double the sticker fee in most cases. Township Clerk Jane Nolan is opening the township office on Saturday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to noon, for sticker sales. This is the last Saturday before the July 1 deadline. The office will also be open on Wednesday, June 25, until 6 p.m., for sticker sales before the July 1 deadline. The clerk’s office is offering this option to make stickers available to those who are unable to purchase them during the regular township office hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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Cops on Rooftops raise Special Olympics funds Customers at Dunkin’ Donuts, 11901 S. 80th Ave., were greeted last Friday by members of the Palos Park Police Department as they raised awareness and funds for Special Olympics Illinois, part of the annual Cop on Rooftop event. While the building’s sloped roof prevented police from getting up on top, officials stood in front to solicit donations. Among those leading the effort were Officers Matt Novak (from left) and Ross Ricobene, as well as Cadet Derek Kaczmarczyk. Statewide, law enforcement officials staffed some 170 Dunkin’ Donuts shops and raised more than $400,000 in donations, according to Special Olympics Illinois.
Orland Park Police Department employees Tony Fondriest (from left), Dawn Johnstone, Chris Gaskill, Grace Gaskill, age 4, Gabby Ruggiero, and Claudine Dumas-Veard offer good cheer last Friday at Dunkin’ Donuts, 15609 S. Harlem Ave. In addition to soliciting funds for the Cop on Rooftop efforts, they also sold merchandise promoting the Law Enforcement Torch Run, which is an annual intrastate relay that has raised nearly $28 million in 27 years. In Orland Park, police will host a bike ride on Aug. 24 as part of the Torch Run. For more information about the event and Special Olympics in general, visit soill.org.
Caregiver hit and robbed leaving Palos Park home A woman working as a caregiver at a home in Palos Park was struck in the face and robbed as she left a residence in the 9700 block of West Creek Road at 4:09 p.m. May 28, police said. The victim was approached by an attacker who struck her in the face and snatched her wallet, which reportedly contained about $150 cash. The offender ran away east toward La Grange Road, according to the victim. The victim sustained lacerations on the face, police said, but refused to be transported to the hospital by Palos Fire Protection District paramedics. The attacker is described as a white man about 5 feet 11 inches tall with blonde hair, wearing a gray hoodie and white gym shoes. In other Palos Park police news, Daniel S. Mitchell, 45, of Palos Park, was charged with DUI, driving on a suspended license, improper lane usage, and fleeing police. Police said they saw Mitchell driving erratically near 86th Avenue and 127th Street at 9:27 p.m. May 25. They attempted to curb his SUV, but said that Mitchell refused to stop. They followed him and approached him after he pulled into the driveway of his residence, in the 8400 block of West 131st Street. Mitchell allegedly claimed he could not stop because he had to go to the bathroom. His SUV was towed and impounded. Bond was set at $3,000, and Mitchell is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on June 16. Emilio Gomez-Sanchez, 36, of Worth, was charged with driving without a license, as well as driving with only one working headlight. Police stopped his SUV in the 11900 block of South La Grange Road at 2:15 a.m. May 25. Gomez-Sanchez was given a court date of June 16 in Bridgeview. Police charged Nader E. Ali, 25, of Palos Hills, with possession of drug paraphernalia. Police responding to a “suspicious person” call said they found Ali in the
PALOS PARK POLICE 11900 block of South Southwest Highway at 9:20 p.m. May 17. He told police that to avoid a deer bolting across the road, his car swerved and hit a traffic sign, according to the police report. A search of his vehicle yielded a glass-smoking pipe, police added. He was due to appear at a hearing yesterday in Palos Park. Remy Joseph Muthana, 23, of Oak Lawn, was charged with possession of cannabis, as well as improper lane usage. Police curbed his car near Route 83 and 86th Avenue at 12:12 a.m. May 16, after they saw him driving erratically. A search of the vehicle yielded a metal container with cannabis inside, according to the police report. Muthana was scheduled to appear at a hearing yesterday in Palos Park. Police charged Vincent V. Williams, 24, of Chicago, with driving
on a suspended license. His car was pulled over by police in the 11900 block of South Southwest Highway at 9:20 p.m. May 17 after they ran a random registration check. Bond was set at $1,500, and Williams is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on June 16. Joshua L. Ragland, 22, of Crestwood, was charged with possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. Police curbed his car in the 12200 block of South La Grange Road at 2:56 p.m. May 22 after observing he wore no seatbelt, police said. Ragland was set to appear at a hearing yesterday in Palos Park. Police charged Jacob S. Sakal, 22, of Alsip, with operating a motor vehicle with expired registration. Police stopped his SUV in the 8700 block of West Route 83 at 1:38 p.m. May 27 after a random registration check. The police report gave no indication of a court date.
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LEGAL NOTICE
Cook County Annual Tax Sale Notice to Property Owners, Annual Tax Sale Schedule and Delinquent Real Estate Tax List
2012 Annual Tax Sale Schedule
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS This legal notice includes a list of parcels of real estate on which 2012 property taxes (due in 2013) are delinquent and subject to sale as of May 14, 2014. NOTE: This list may include some properties on which the taxes were paid subsequent to the list’s preparation. It is the property owner’s responsibility to verify the current status of payment. Under Illinois law, the Cook County Treasurer’s Office must offer properties having delinquent real estate taxes and special assessments for sale. IF YOUR PROPERTY IS LISTED IN THIS NOTICE FOR SALE OF DELINQUENT REAL ESTATE TAXES, IT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOU TO TAKE ACTION SO THAT YOUR TAXES ARE NOT SOLD. The tax sale is scheduled to begin MONDAY, AUGUST 4, 2014. The sale of taxes will result in a lien against the property that will add, at a minimum, hundreds of dollars in fees to the amount currently due. Sale of the tax and continued failure by the owner to redeem (pay) may result in the owner’s loss of legal title to the property. Payments of delinquent real estate taxes (prior to tax sale) must be paid by CERTIFIED CHECK, CASHIER’S CHECK or MONEY ORDER. Payments of such taxes may be made at more than 400 CHASE BANKS throughout Chicagoland on or before August 1, 2014. Payments may also be made in person at the Cook County Treasurer’s Office, 118 N. Clark St., Room 112, Chicago, IL 60602. Please note that under Illinois law, the Treasurer’s Office cannot accept payments of delinquent taxes tendered after the close of the business day immediately preceding the date on which such taxes are to be offered for sale. For questions about submitting a payment or to verify the precise delinquent amount, you may contact the Cook County Treasurer’s Office by phone at (312) 443-5100 or by e-mail through our website at www.cookcountytreasurer.com (click on “CONTACT US”).
Tax Payer Name
Property Address
JOHN LAFLAMBOY 8900 S 77TH ROBERT MITCHELL 9007 S ROBERTS MONIKA GRZEGORZ BAK 7700 W 91ST DAVID HOWARD TEUFEL 7855 87TH JEROME GAZDZIAK 7845 W 87TH General Development 7826 W 87TH General Development 7848 W 87TH General Development 7850 87TH General Development 7852 W 87TH FRANK DE LUGACH 7859 87TH STATE BK OF CNTRYSIDE 7808 W 88TH BASHIR A KHAN 7919 W 93RD JOZEF & L GRZYBOWSKI 7932 W 93RD TOMISLAV SULENTIC 7935 W 92ND A PANAGIOTOPOULOS 9215 S 79TH A PANAGIOTOPOULOS 9221 S 79TH FAMILY BANK 14967 9429 77TH BERNICE H VARAK 9347 78TH CYNTHIA L HOFF 9306 78TH CARL J NEUBAUER 9317 78TH NAWAF S QUAITI 9210 S BELOIT R KAWASS 9210 S BELOIT NAWAF S QUAITI 9210 S BELOIT R KAWASS 9210 S BELOIT EILEEN JANA 7557 92ND ANWAR & FULLEH ELMOSA 9208 S THOMAS PAMELA BAIO 9220 OCTAVIA BILL & PEGGY BECKER 7461 W 93RD EDRIS ASFOUR 9355 S OKETO 9449 SOUTH ODELL PROPE 9449 ODELL Syed Ahmed 9325 OCTAVIA ABDULLAH A ABDULLAH 9318 S THOMAS RABIA BOUNDAOUI 9112 THOMAS AMIRA M DADA 9104 BELOIT TAXPAYER OF 9114 BELOIT Carl Trotto 9024 PARK HILL TAXPAYER OF 9017 87TH TAXPAYER OF FNMA 8716 S ROBERTS KERRY VENTURES INC 9417 S 88TH JOSEPHINE GUNIA 9700 KEAN TAXPAYER OF 9350 S 85TH 8516 W 95TH ROBERT M KROON WEDAD RAFATI 1A 9420 GREENBRIAR OLGIERD PLONSKI 9325 S 86TH DOLORES LIPSCOMB 9357 S 83RD MCNEIL PROPERTIES 9430 S 82ND MCNEIL PROPERTIES 9430 S 82ND MCNEIL PROPERTIES 9430 S 82ND MARCUM ERNEST 8832 W DEWEY CLINTON M SANDERS 9025 BEECHNUT JAMAL RIZEK JABER 9009 S MAPLE CP AUTO CENTER 8701 KEAN DONALD H ALTMAN 9109 BARBERRY CTLTC 5041810 9427 KEAN LASALLE BK 38397 8830 W 95TH MICHAEL WERNER RISTIC 8942 SANDRA ALAN M SPEVAK 8924 SANDRA WAYNE SCHNAYER SR 8956 W 92ND KAREN L BURKE 9143 W 92ND WISEMAN HUGHES CON CO 9001 W 92ND GEORGE WASZAK 9124 W 92ND GERARD P NILES 9130 S 88TH TIMOTHY R MIRKIEWICZ 8825 W 92ND ROSEANNE M HOLLMAN 8838 S ARCHER TAXPAYER OF 9066 S ARCHER JOHN WALSH 9064 S ARCHER MARK E. HANSON 8741 WILLOW JOHN W AHLGREN 8744 W ARCHER HERITAGE RENAISANCE PT 127 COLONEL ANNE L JACHIM 1 CINNAMON CREEK ANNE L JACHIM 1 CINNAMON CREEK CHRISTOPHER F BLAZEK 9695 S KEAN MONICA COMMERCIAL LLC 8831 W 95TH TAX PAYER OF 9724 S MAPLE CREST CARRIE KRAUZAS 8815 W 101ST 9520 S 86TH MARIUSZ RYBA JOSEPHINE F CHMURA 8620 W 95TH PAMELA LEISEN 9559 ARROWHEAD JOVAN NOVICIC 8740 W 99TH CHRISTOPHER NELSON 8601 W 98TH AUSTIN GRIFFIN 8013 W 98TH AUSTIN GRIFFIN 8015 W 98TH AUSTIN GRIFFIN 9800 S ROBERTS COLLEEN M DEGONIA 9931 S 87TH RICHARD & HELEN LIPTAK 9986 S 84TH JERRY PODSIADLY 9990 S 84TH ADELE DEKSIENE 9982 S 84TH GREEN OAKS COVERSION, 8431 W 99TH TAXPAYER OF 10100 S 86TH KATARZYNA A HARMATA 10162 S 86TH ANASTASIO PANAGIOTOPOU10049 S 80TH A PANAGIOTOPOULOS 10015 S 80TH Russell Spataro 9951 S 81ST ELSIE P MCCAFFREY 10236 S 81ST HENRY JEFFERSON 10260 S 81ST JAMES C BAILEY 10200 S 80TH PARIS FOUNTIS 9948 WOOD MARIE JULIUS 9635 S 78TH GUS DELIGIANNIS 7800 W 95TH AZULAY,HORN,& SEIDEN 10005 S ROBERTS DANIEL FEENY 7965 W 100TH EDWARD W RYAN III 7930 103RD 7930 103RD EDWARD W RYAN III EDWARD W RYAN III 7930 103RD EDWARD W RYAN III 7930 103RD EDWARD W RYAN III 7930 103RD RONALD KOERBER 7617 W 100TH HAWK REALCO LLC 10264 S HARLEM LENNAR CHICAGO INC 7500 SAVOY 7527 CLARIDGE LENNAR Integrated Group 7520 W 103RD RICHARD&JENNY THIELEN 10234 CONCORD WACLAW SKUTNIK 10235 MULBERRY GLORIA M KRAFT 7421 CLARIDGE JANNET SARKISVAN 7504 CLARIDGE ROBERT D&LINDA K COPP 7506 CLARIDGE R P ROQUE&K M DECKER 10215 CAMDEN KHAJA ASADULLAH 10225 CAMDEN LAZAROS PISKOPOS 10200 MULBERRY TAREK S BAGES 10214 MULBERRY DANUTA BARA 1 PAXOS JUSTYNA BARA 5 PAXOS
Vol PIN
151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151
23-01-104-004-0000 23-01-107-032-1012 23-01-109-012-0000 23-01-111-019-0000 23-01-111-021-0000 23-01-111-030-0000 23-01-111-036-0000 23-01-111-040-0000 23-01-111-041-0000 23-01-114-001-0000 23-01-114-009-0000 23-01-302-013-0000 23-01-309-029-1037 23-01-309-030-1003 23-01-309-039-0000 23-01-309-042-0000 23-01-314-005-0000 23-01-319-008-0000 23-01-319-009-0000 23-01-320-003-0000 23-01-402-007-1047 23-01-402-007-1048 23-01-402-007-1063 23-01-402-007-1066 23-01-402-007-1069 23-01-403-009-0000 23-01-406-006-0000 23-01-409-024-1005 23-01-410-035-0000 23-01-411-031-0000 23-01-412-064-0000 23-01-416-004-0000 23-01-418-007-0000 23-01-421-027-0000 23-01-421-033-0000 23-02-100-027-0000 23-02-106-020-0000 23-02-203-013-0000 23-02-207-025-1014 23-02-302-077-0000 23-02-303-073-0000 23-02-303-084-0000 23-02-303-102-0000 23-02-303-110-1035 23-02-313-014-0000 23-02-403-012-0000 23-02-412-013-0000 23-02-412-014-0000 23-02-412-015-0000 23-03-204-034-0000 23-03-209-029-0000 23-03-210-012-0000 23-03-213-013-0000 23-03-214-016-0000 23-03-400-030-0000 23-03-402-009-0000 23-03-408-023-0000 23-03-408-026-0000 23-03-410-030-0000 23-03-412-003-0000 23-03-412-024-0000 23-03-412-051-0000 23-03-414-005-0000 23-03-417-003-0000 23-05-201-049-0000 23-05-201-051-0000 23-05-201-065-1003 23-05-201-108-0000 23-05-201-109-0000 23-05-201-159-0000 23-10-200-015-1003 23-10-200-015-1020 23-10-200-015-1102 23-10-204-001-0000 23-10-208-025-0000 23-10-401-018-0000 23-11-100-010-1020 23-11-100-016-1026 23-11-102-006-1014 23-11-110-028-0000 23-11-110-045-0000 23-11-208-004-0000 23-11-208-005-0000 23-11-208-006-0000 23-11-300-056-0000 23-11-301-006-1052 23-11-301-006-1070 23-11-301-006-1090 23-11-301-006-1184 23-11-305-042-0000 23-11-306-020-0000 23-11-401-117-0000 23-11-401-130-0000 23-11-401-134-0000 23-11-406-014-0000 23-11-406-030-0000 23-11-407-037-0000 23-11-415-017-0000 23-12-100-020-0000 23-12-100-052-0000 23-12-304-033-1003 23-12-305-051-1002 23-12-308-030-1001 23-12-308-030-1002 23-12-308-030-1003 23-12-308-030-1004 23-12-308-030-1005 23-12-400-039-1003 23-12-400-048-0000 23-12-400-065-0000 23-12-400-079-0000 23-12-400-088-0000 23-12-400-092-1001 23-12-400-092-1042 23-12-400-092-1052 23-12-400-092-1087 23-12-400-092-1094 23-12-400-092-1130 23-12-400-092-1138 23-12-400-092-1154 23-12-400-092-1189 23-13-102-025-0000 23-13-102-027-0000
Tax Type
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
SALE BEGINS MONDAY, AUGUST 4, 2014 AT 8:30 A.M. THE TAX SALE HOURS OF OPERATION ARE 8:30 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. (CHICAGO LOCAL TIME) EACH SCHEDULED DAY. THE DATES OF SALE AND THE DAILY SALE HOURS MAY BE EXTENDED AS NEEDED. TAX BUYER REGISTRATION WILL TAKE PLACE BETWEEN JUNE 5 AND JULY 25, 2014. FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION, VISIT www.cooktaxsale.com OR CONTACT THE TREASURER’S OFFICE.
SALE DATE
VOLUMES
TOWNSHIPS
August 4, 2014
001 to 147
Barrington, Berwyn, Bloom, Bremen, Calumet, Cicero, Elk Grove, Evanston, Hanover, Lemont, Leyden, Lyons, Maine, New Trier, Niles, Northfield, Norwood Park, Oak Park, Orland
August 5, 2014
148 to 270
August 6, 2014
271 to 464
Hyde Park, Jefferson, Lake
August 7, 2014
465 to 601
Lake, Lake View, North Chicago, Rogers Park, South Chicago, West Chicago
TOWNSHIP OF PALOS
Tax Year Tax Due Amt
Tax Payer Name
2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012
MARK MUNDY 10409 S SHEFFIELD ANETA OLEKSY BARTUS 7921 W 103RD KHOULOOD ABAD 10521 S ROBERTS GRAFF GARDENS 7330 W 107TH GRAFF GRADENS INC 7320 W 107TH MARK E LAFAIRE 10325 S 75TH LAWRENCE E KEELEY 10355 S 75TH KIM & JERY BOHHAM 10333 S 74TH SKIRP CONSTRUCTION 7701 W 107TH Ken Devries 7938 W 108TH GERRILYN AUTULLO 7635 W AUTULLO WHITE CATHY 7230 W 108TH TAXPAYER OF 7430 W 111TH NAYIF SHAKER 7404 W 111TH 7420 W 111TH FIRST NATIONAL ACQ TAXPAYER OF 11026 S OKETO DARLA REICHARD 7420 W 109TH JOHN J GILMORE JR 10363 S BROADMOOR JUAN & RAMONA TORRES 10405 S INTERLOCHEN INNER CITY DEVELOPMENT 8755 W DARTMOUTH FRANK RISTUCCI 8300 W 107TH TAXPAYER OF 10630 S 82ND HASAN HASAN 8100 W 107TH J GUTIERREZ 10315 S 84TH WINIFRED S NACU 8321 W 103RD QCD FINANCIAL LLC 11050 S ROBERTS FRANK CIRCO 10845 S 84TH ANNA JANIK 10840 S 84TH JUDITH HEALY 8148 W 111TH OMAR M NAJIB 8148 W 111TH T & E TRILIKIS G GOTSI 11030 S ROBERTS A SINTETAS 6058 8165 W VALLEY TAXPAYER OF TAXPAYER OF 10743 MEADOW MUSTAFA ALKHATIH 10737 W DORIC AZIZA HASAN 10840 S CHRISTA ST BK CNTRYSIDE #198 10980 S 84TH ST BK CNTRYSIDE #198 10933 S 84TH JOHN G MESKILL 11725 S WILL COOK J & B BAFIA 9182 SOUTH CURRENT OWNER 50 LUCAS HIDDEN LAKE CONDO ASSN50 LUCAS SHIRLEY TIRADO 11110 HERITAGE GEORGE ECK EDMUND PIECKO 11240 S HELENA JAMES S PAUSS 11122 SPATHIS ROBERT TALLON 11120 O GORMAN ROBIN DEVELOPMENT CO 12600 HARLEM MARGARET M STACK 8701 WATERFRONT DENISE R SNOW 11100 S 84TH DENISE R SNOW 11100 S 84TH JANE OSULLIVAN 16 COUR SAINT TROP EDW J/ANN T ANDERSON 8226 HOLLY JUDITH A MANNION 11220 CHERRY WILFRIED GOEBEL 11305 SYCAMORE INDEPENDENT TR CRP#324 8301 W 111TH Stephen C. Klinkert 8444 W 116TH DENISE L SCHULD 11739 BLACK FOREST R & C HIGGINS 11556 ALPINE J & G CARSTEN 1 ST. MORITZ STRATOS DIMITRAKAKOS 11305 S ROBERTS NIKOLETTA PANOS 11316 MORAINE 7720 W 111TH MYRON J RODAK NANCY RODAK 11142 SOUTHWEST TAXPAYER OF 7217 W 111TH TAXPAYER OF 7213 W 111TH TAXPAYER OF 7209 W 111TH TAXPAYER OF 7205 W 111TH SCHUH SHACK 7201 W 111TH MARGARET M HEALY 7318 W 113TH NORBERT & MARION EHMEN 7408 W 113TH NORBERT & MARION EHMEN 7408 W 113TH DAXIN MEI & WEIHONG WU 11318 S HARLEM DAXIN MEI & WEIHONG WU 11318 S HARLEM W & M HUTCHINSON 11330 S HARLEM KEVIN CLIFFORD 11330 S HARLEM AUDREY PETERSEN 4 W PARLIAMENT LAKED KATHERINE CONDO 7460 W COLLEGE TINA SKORACZEWSKI 41 S COUNTRY SQUIRE CLARENCE T HELSEL 7311 W 119TH FIRST MIDWEST 1 5172 12332 79TH RONALD DES LAURIER 12420 MCCARTHY 12420 MCCARTHY RONALD DES LAURIER JOANN SHEEKEY 12659 LONDON ANTHONY S MILEWSKI 12610 LONDON LEON & KATHRYN GOMBIS 12400 S HARLEM LEON & KATHRYN GOMBIS 12400 S HARLEM LLEON & KATHRYN GOMBIS 12400 S HARLEM LEON KATHRYN GOMBIS 12416 S HARLEM JOHN R FOLLENWEIDER 12533 S 74TH LAWRENCE R RILEY 8535 119TH CURRENT OWNER 8202 W 123RD JAMES STAVROPLOS 31 N WOODLAND K KELLEY & T HAHN 8312 123RD YOLANDA & ED KUBA 12320 SOUTHWEST 8520 W PAWNEE GEORGE DARWENT MICHAEL MALINOWSKI 8011 124TH JODY M MECK 12505 S 81ST ROBIN C PURDY 12110 93RD LAURIE G MYKLEBY PH105 12222 93RD K & E JAGAS 9131 HILLCREST JAMES M BOYD 12402 91ST 12407 91ST LUKE F DOHENY CENTAL MANAGEMENT 12601 SOUTHWEST ANNA TOMCZAK 12511 104TH GEORGE DARWENT 11453 5 WILD CHERRY GEORGE J DARWENT 3 WILD CHERRY ARTHUR ADAMS 9601 WILD CHERRY ARTHUR ADAMS 9680 W 127TH ARTHUR ADAMS 9780 W 127TH ARTHUR ADAMS 9606 W 127TH A PANAGIOTOPOULOS 214 SHADOW RIDGE SHADOW RIDGE SIG 133 FOREST EDGE C & D KREZEL 43 OLD CREEK C & D KREZEL 43 OLD CREEK C & D KREZEL 43 OLD CREEK HARRY M WARNER 7 OLD CREEK GALLAGHER & HENRY 12800 108TH SOUD SUSAN HAMDAN 10610 131ST GALLAGHER & HENRY 12801 108TH GALLAGHER & HENRY 12700 S 106TH GALLAGHER & HENRY 12701 S 106TH GALLAGHER & HENRY 12801 S 106TH
$806.10 $1,111.28 $5,459.99 $2,697.47 $1,430.07 $4,655.22 $322.03 $5,290.97 $2,623.64 $148.67 $24,598.10 $10,124.66 $746.83 $2,547.12 $1,538.80 $1,252.49 $9,983.97 $2,195.46 $2,039.60 $196.86 $3,600.44 $3,600.44 $623.35 $623.35 $3,641.05 $6,008.53 $22,699.02 $5,692.33 $8,657.56 $5,367.80 $159.04 $3,999.08 $3,074.47 $221.59 $100.12 $237.46 $823.04 $341.40 $1,197.67 $2,990.99 $1,439.45 $3,728.43 $229.53 $126.05 $7,980.18 $338.17 $1,138.06 $2,215.23 $1,138.06 $6,816.97 $5,500.22 $5,363.44 $18,179.83 $6,313.76 $14,525.38 $46,900.81 $2,434.56 $2,434.56 $4,936.44 $5,532.74 $202.49 $3,255.24 $4,891.97 $4,630.47 $570.01 $942.15 $2,951.17 $2,360.17 $11,786.84 $2,893.66 $1,929.05 $496.71 $594.38 $19,821.03 $1,868.57 $5,931.41 $2,491.59 $3,028.64 $1,495.13 $2,118.10 $4,688.86 $10,111.77 $10,244.11 $41,049.16 $1,328.18 $667.00 $667.00 $1,528.91 $1,868.89 $4,889.45 $5,164.75 $1,678.12 $1,540.30 $1,319.44 $2,399.61 $1,809.95 $1,788.97 $9,660.93 $2,073.83 $103.68 $23,848.96 $3,491.15 $1,633.10 $1,633.10 $1,633.10 $1,633.10 $1,633.10 $21,987.37 $722.24 $20,458.85 $19,685.44 $8,714.26 $2,000.19 $3,952.19 $3,952.19 $4,751.88 $4,751.88 $4,771.54 $4,811.34 $4,771.54 $3,952.19 $3,042.73 $3,717.64
Palatine, Palos, Proviso, Rich, River Forest, Riverside, Schaumburg, Stickney, Thornton, Wheeling, Worth, Hyde Park
Property Address
Vol PIN
151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 151 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152 152
23-13-102-041-1015 23-13-102-083-1009 23-13-103-033-1064 23-13-201-004-0000 23-13-201-005-0000 23-13-203-005-0000 23-13-203-008-0000 23-13-205-007-0000 23-13-300-030-0000 23-13-300-071-0000 23-13-301-025-0000 23-13-403-024-0000 23-13-404-025-0000 23-13-404-026-1017 23-13-404-026-1113 23-13-404-027-0000 23-13-419-013-0000 23-14-107-033-0000 23-14-115-031-0000 23-14-116-002-0000 23-14-211-031-0000 23-14-213-015-0000 23-14-215-036-0000 23-14-219-035-0000 23-14-219-039-0000 23-14-400-039-0000 23-14-400-091-1020 23-14-400-093-1023 23-14-400-098-0000 23-14-400-109-0000 23-14-400-128-0000 23-14-401-018-0000 23-14-402-041-0000 23-14-405-012-0000 23-14-407-006-0000 23-14-408-010-0000 23-14-410-005-0000 23-14-412-002-0000 23-19-303-007-0000 23-22-200-045-1010 23-22-200-082-1051 23-22-200-082-1052 23-22-200-083-0000 23-22-200-084-0000 23-22-203-010-0000 23-23-100-013-1014 23-23-100-024-0000 23-23-100-029-0000 23-23-100-032-1025 23-23-101-116-1005 23-23-101-116-1109 23-23-110-043-0000 23-23-200-021-1006 23-23-200-021-1147 23-23-200-021-1194 23-23-200-024-0000 23-23-304-035-0000 23-23-412-005-0000 23-23-413-016-0000 23-23-419-026-1002 23-24-100-125-1004 23-24-100-133-1004 23-24-100-147-0000 23-24-109-005-0000 23-24-204-002-0000 23-24-204-003-0000 23-24-204-004-0000 23-24-204-005-0000 23-24-204-006-0000 23-24-207-017-0000 23-24-209-007-0000 23-24-209-011-0000 23-24-211-027-0000 23-24-211-028-0000 23-24-214-025-0000 23-24-214-026-0000 23-24-300-065-0000 23-24-405-107-1001 23-25-112-012-0000 23-25-204-015-0000 23-25-300-060-0000 23-25-300-089-0000 23-25-300-090-0000 23-25-300-119-1014 23-25-300-119-1020 23-25-417-001-0000 23-25-417-002-0000 23-25-417-003-0000 23-25-417-006-0000 23-25-422-004-0000 23-26-105-030-0000 23-26-201-124-0000 23-26-207-004-0000 23-26-208-007-0000 23-26-302-001-0000 23-26-305-007-0000 23-26-408-011-0000 23-26-412-013-0000 23-27-111-008-0000 23-27-115-004-0000 23-27-205-002-0000 23-27-407-007-0000 23-27-408-003-0000 23-27-417-009-0000 23-28-301-013-0000 23-28-403-004-0000 23-28-403-005-0000 23-28-404-007-0000 23-28-404-012-0000 23-28-404-013-0000 23-28-404-014-0000 23-30-204-014-0000 23-30-204-017-0000 23-30-402-009-0000 23-30-402-009-0000 23-30-402-009-0000 23-30-402-020-0000 23-32-102-012-0000 23-32-200-015-0000 23-32-200-017-0000 23-32-200-018-0000 23-32-201-023-0000 23-32-201-024-0000
Tax Type
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Tax Year Tax Due Amt
COOK COUNTY DELINQUENT REAL ESTATE TAX LIST OFFICE OF THE TREASURER AND EX-OFFICIO COLLECTOR OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
interest and costs due thereon, respectively. The following is a list of: the delinquent properties in Cook County upon which the taxes or any part thereof for the 2012 tax year remain due and unpaid; the name(s) of the owners, if known; the property location; the total amount due on 2012 tax warrants (excluding delinquent special assessments separately advertised); and the year or years for which the taxes are due. In lieu of legal description, each parcel of land or lot is designated by a property index number (PIN). Comparison of the 14-digit PIN with the legal description of any parcel may be made by referring to the cross indices in the various Cook County offices. The Cook County Collector does not guarantee the accuracy of common street addresses or property classification codes at the time of sale. Tax buyers should verify all common street addresses, PINs, classifications and ownership by personal inspection and investigation of said properties and legal descriptions prior to purchasing general taxes offered at the sale. NO TAX BUYER WILL BE PERMITTED TO OBTAIN A TAX DEED WITH RESPECT TO ANY PROPERTY OWNED BY A TAXING DISTRICT OR OTHER UNIT OF GOVERNMENT. WHEN AN ORDER TO VACATE THE TAX SALE OF ANY SUCH PROPERTY IS ENTERED, THE FINAL RESULT MAY BE A REFUND WITHOUT INTEREST.
Advertisement and Notice by Collector of Cook County of Application for Judgment and Order of Sale of Delinquent Lands and Lots for General Taxes for the years indicated, for order of sales thereof, as provided by law.
COUNTY OF COOK, STATE OF ILLINOIS June 4-5, 2014 NOTICE is hereby given that the said Collector of Cook County, Illinois, will apply to the County Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois on Tuesday, July 1, 2014, for judgment against all lands and lots, hereinafter described as being delinquent, upon which taxes (together with any accrued interest and costs) remain due and unpaid, for an order for sale of said lands and lots for satisfaction thereof, fixing the correct amount due. Final entry of said order will be sought on Monday, July 28, 2014. NOTICE is further given that beginning on the 4th day of August, 2014, A.D., at the hour of 8:30 a.m., all said lands and lots, hereinafter described for sale for which an order shall be made, or has been made and not executed as noted, will be subject to public sale at 118 N. Clark St, Room 112 (Randolph Street entrance), in Chicago, Illinois, for the amount of taxes,
Tax Payer Name
2012 $2,684.96 THOMAS MCAULIFFE 2012 $852.91 THOMAS MCAULIFFE 2012 $146.17 DIANA R HARDISON 2012 $3,208.69 GALLAGHER & HENRY 2012 $3,205.87 EUGENIA GALANOS 2012 $6,217.47 J EGAN 2012 $2,554.11 MARIE KAMZIC 2012 $2,574.00 FRANK J FALBO 2012 $6,160.77 DAVID KUTZ 2012 $1,700.43 V-Land Corporation 2012 $2,702.69 REYNALDO C SULIT 2012 $4,207.11 Hiddden Acres LLC 2012 $431.98 JAB DEVELOPMENT INC 2012 $1,295.19 DENNIS KRIS PARDIKES 2012 $186.43 ZVONKO BARBALIC 2012 $164.89 HILDEGARD SZKIRPAN 2012 $4,905.21 CHIT & PREDA TENWONG 2012 $3,201.04 LARRY FENZAU 2012 $6,958.78 MICHAEL MCDONNELL 2012 $614.76 GALLAGHER & HENRY 2012 $7,959.07 J & P KOLLEREB 2012 $1,642.77 13050 CYPRESS LLC 2012 $3,465.45 EVERGREEN S & L ASSOC 2012 $3,983.68 ERIC EBEL 2012 $5,935.92 EDWIN DUNMORE 2012 $104,156.02 DR ORHAN TANRIKULU 2012 $164.16 SHI KYUNG JANG 2012 $164.16 SHI HUNG JANG 2012 $3,617.40 PATRICIA IWEMA 2012 $2,507.97 MICHAEL OBOYLE 2012 $3,864.62 HARRY & P WERNER 2012 $2,362.82 GARY BARNARD 2012 $1,644.91 JANE F ZAUG 2012 $1,008.31 ING BK 2012 $283.17 2012 $2,903.47 2012 $2,042.08 2012 $703.17 2012 $481.52 2012 $609.16 2012 $2,493.75 2012 $2,493.75 2012 $374.55 2012 $157.50 2012 $9,696.51 2012 $2,059.97 2012 $1,457.59 2012 $3,135.23 $360.34 2012 2012 $1,874.73 2012 $204.11 2012 $3,023.91 2012 $2,733.68 2012 $186.22 2012 $2,133.85 2012 $237.28 2012 $6,682.67 2012 $5,778.28 2012 $5,554.30 2012 $4,340.13 2012 $1,841.99 2012 $2,181.24 2012 $19,603.39 2012 $24,354.21 2012 $6,283.06 2012 $6,283.06 2012 $6,283.06 2012 $6,283.06 2012 $6,283.06 2012 $2,201.13 2012 $1,658.90 2012 $270.81 2012 $16,182.23 2012 $3,732.04 2012 $5,450.92 2012 $3,174.70 2012 $120.62 2012 $4,518.68 2012 $7,456.81 2012 $6,286.71 2012 $2,704.07 2012 $726.75 2012 $765.00 2012 $2,497.89 2012 $2,497.89 2012 $19,825.58 2012 $17,445.46 2012 $17,445.46 2012 $14,692.45 2012 $6,134.15 2012 $4,343.34 2012 $871.48 2012 $6,231.86 2012 $2,318.36 2012 $1,287.88 2012 $7,961.65 2012 $1,442.84 2012 $4,814.09 2012 $8,252.96 2012 $4,337.03 2012 $2,242.05 2012 $6,190.93 2012 $6,670.00 2012 $19,010.31 2012 $7,514.08 2012 $5,520.80 2012 $6,178.38 2012 $2,192.77 2012 $376.35 2012 $376.35 2012 $263.10 2012 $54,954.85 2012 $7,724.41 2009 $19,508.58 2010 $17,769.75 2011 $26,227.82 2012 $3,945.62 2012 $15,312.88 2012 $7,722.74 2012 $54,569.23 2012 $52,146.83 2012 $3,678.56 2012 $13,862.91
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Published by order of
MARIA PAPPAS
County Collector of Cook County, Illinois
The Regional News Thursday, June 5, 2014
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Community Notes Family Fishing Day at Lake Katherine
Chicago Astronomical Society will have telescopes set up in the Anniversary Garden. No pre-regisLake Katherine Nature Center tration is necessary. Dates are 9 p.m. this Saturday, & Botanic Gardens will hold its annual Family Fishing Day this June 7, and Saturday, July 5, and Saturday, June 7, from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 2. These events are weather de3 p.m. This event will offer catch-and- pendent and will be cancelled if release fishing, casting lessons for it is raining or it’s too cloudy to beginners, family-friendly activi- view the stars. For more, call 361-1873 or visit ties, and food vendors. Prizes and trophies will be awarded. No fish- http://www.lakekatherine.org. Lake Katherine is at 7402 W. ing license is required for this Lake Katherine Drive in Palos event. Lake Katherine offers two Heights. timeslots for Family Fishing Day. Register for the morning session Salute to Old Glory from 8 to 11 a.m., or the afternoon free concert session from noon to 3 p.m. An all-day session is also available. The Knights of Columbus, CruTickets are $15 per person for the sader Council is planning its 11th morning and afternoon timeslots; annual Salute to Old Glory at 7 $25 all day. p.m. Thursday, June 12, on the For details or to purchase tick- Palos Park Village Green, 8901 W. ets, call 361-1873. Space is limited. 123rd St., behind the Rec. Center. Poceeds from Family Fishing Day The free concert and program support environmental education features the Southwest Commuand ecological restoration projects nity Concert Band playing patriat the park. Lake Katherine is at otic music. There will also be a 7402 W. Lake Katherine Drive in special ceremony for retiring worn Palos Heights. out flags. Attendees may arrive early with a blanket, lawn chair and picnic basket to enjoy the Free astronomy fun evening. at Lake Katherine The Crusader Council of the Lake Katherine Nature Cen- Knights of Columbus represents ter & Botanic Gardens will offer members from several area Cathoseveral Family Stargazing Nights lic parishes in the Palos-Orland at the park this summer. Guest area and Homer Glen : Our astronomer Joseph Mayer of the Lady of the Woods, St. Bernard,
St. Francis of Assisi and Sacred Heart.
Summer classes begin at McCord Gallery, Palos Park McCord Gallery & Cultural Center has announced the summer schedule for adult art classes which will begin the week of June 9. Instructor Beth Leahy will be offering Portrait Fundamentals, Oil Painting Studio, and Painting the Still Life. John Howard teach Watercolor as well as Drawing. Students may also enjoy Beginning Watercolor with Carmelo Schifano, Colored Pencil Technique with Tony Crnkovich and Pastel Painting with Gary Wick. McCord Gallery & Cultural Center is located at 9602 W. Creek Road, (129th and LaGrange Road), Palos Park. For more information, call 671-0648 or visit www.mccordgallery.org.
Rummage sale at Palos Lutheran Church Palos Lutheran Church will hold a rummage sale on Friday, June 13, from 8 a.m.to 4 p.m., and Saturday, June 14, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the church, corner of 125th Street and Harlem Avenue in Palos Heights. All proceeds will go to benefit Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.
Library Notes Book & Film: ‘Philomena’ The Book & Film Series returns to the Palos Park Public Library on Wednesday, June 11, at 2 p.m., with the award-winning film Philomena based on the bestselling book by Martin Sixsmith. Nominated for the Academy Award’s Best Picture 2014, Philomena stars Oscar-winning actor Judi Dench and is based on the real life events of a mother and her 50-year search for her son. Runtime 98 minutes. The program is free. All who attend will be entered in a raffle to win a free copy of the book. The library is at 12330 Forest Glen Blvd. Call the library to register at 448-1530. (palosparklibrary.org)
Celebrate the Centennial Palos Park library summer reading program The Palos Park Public Library will “Celebrate the Centennial” with the 2014 Summer Reading program for adults. Read for chances to win prizes and attend programs to earn points all summer long. This free reading program begins June 7 and continues through Aug. 2. Call the library for any questions at 448-1530 or visit the library’s website at www.palosparklibrary.org . The library is at 12330 Forest Glen Blvd. in Palos Park.
Duct tape contest The Palos Park Public Library will begin a duct tape competition on June 14. Seventh – and 8thgraders will create items using colorful varieties of duct tape. Creations will be displayed at the library and judged by library patrons. Contest runs until July 12. The top three finishers will be notified on Aug. 5 and prizes
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Garage sale treasures await at McCord New donations have made it possible for McCord Gallery & Cultural Center to open its garage doors again this Friday and Saturday, June 6 and 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Items for sale include Wedgwood china, crystal, household items, books, toys, puzzles, and clothing for children and adults. Here, garage sale co-chairwoman Paulette Santori has created displays for the many treasures. McCord is at 9602 W. Creek Road (129th and LaGrange), Palos Park. For more information call 6710648 or visit www.mccordgallery.org.
Benefits & Fundraisers Fun and games for a good cause
June 5, at 10 a.m. Learn five exercises to help improve your balance and develop your own exercise program. Learn how to Create a Calm Greenhouse craft Dog in Two Weeks with Pam BarThe Palos Park Public Library nett from Pack Leader Academy offers a soda bottle greenhouse on Thursday, June 5, at 7 p.m. Is it tendonitis, rotator cuff craft for kids ages 4 to 6 on Saturday, June 14, at 11 a.m. All the tears or arthritis? Find out materials will be supplied. The more at Shoulder Pain with Dr. library is at 12330 Forest Glen Moravek from Advocate Christ Blvd. Register by phone: 448-1530. Hospital on Tuesday, June 10, at 6:30 p.m. On Wednesday, June 11, at Heights library 6:30 p.m., learn how to Dress upcoming programs Right for Your Body Type with Celebrate the dog days of Pat Kwas, wardrobe consultant summer by joining the “Paws from Clothes for Confidence. Program registration is always to Read” Summer Reading Program. Sign up and pick up your appreciated. Register online at reading log at the Adult Services palosheightslibrary.org, by phone Desk. Save the date for the end at 448-1473, or in person. All of Summer Reading Reception programs are free and open to that will be held on Wednesday, the public unless otherwise noted. Aug. 6, at 7 p.m. The following events will take Heights library place at the Palos Heights Public youth programs Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. Join the Lunch Bunch on MonLEGO Builders – Children day, June 9, at noon, to discuss ages 4 and up can meet your To the End of June: The Intimate friends at the library and let your Life of American Foster Care by creativity soar while building with Cris Beam, available for pick up LEGO bricks on Wednesday, June at the library. Bring your lunch; 11 at 10 a.m. No registration is refreshments and dessert will be required. provided. Read to the Dogs – Children Bring your projects to the Nee- ages 6 to 10 can cuddle up with dle Club and enjoy the company of a trained therapy dog and read others while working on Tuesday, on Wednesday, June 11 at 2 p.m. June 10, from 10 a.m. to noon. Limit: 15 minutes per person. New members always welcome. Please register early to be guarMeet at the Library and bring anteed a spot. your game to play American Mah Volunteers – The Palos Jongg on Tuesday, June 10, at 1 Heights Public Library is lookp.m. Novice and experienced play- ing for students in grades 6 and ers welcome. Call Adult Services up to help with programs and to register, 448-1473. preparation. If interested call the Thursdays at the Movies on Youth Services Desk at 448-1473. June 12 will show the film All programs are free and open “Delivery Man”. There will be to everyone at the Palos Heights three showings: 10 a.m. (with Public Library, 12501 S. 71st subtitles), 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Ave. For more information or Michael Kett, physical thera- to register for a program, visit pist, will discuss risk factors for www.palosheightslibrary.org, call falling and how to avoid them 448-1473, or stop by the Youth at Steadier Steps on Thursday, Services desk. will be awarded. The library is at 12330 Forest Glen Blvd. (4481530)
bring with them June 17. Sign-up June 13. To register online, visit forms are available for individuals SmithSeniorLiving.org. To regisinterested in securing sponsors. ter by phone or to learn more, Registration closes on Friday, call 773-239-1689. Smith Senior Living plans a day of fun and games, refreshments and prizes to help support a good cause on Tuesday, June 17. LEGAL NOTICE Smith Crossing, 10501 Emilie Lane in Orland Park, and Smith LEGAL NOTICE Village, 2320 W. 113th St. in Chicago, will be the sites for a series NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of a public hearing (Docket 2014-06) to be held before the Planned Unit Development Commission of the City of Palos Heights on Monday, June 23, 2013 of three-hour sessions for bridge, at 7:00 p.m., at the Palos Heights City Hall, 7607 W. College Drive, Palos Heights, IL to Canasta, Mahjong and Scrabble consider a petition filed by Brigid Capital Investments to amend the Final Planned Unit players. This event heralds the Development plat for a mixed use development on properties legally described as follows: longest day of the year, June 21, Lots 2 and 3 in Block 66 in Robert Bartlett’s Homestead Development No. 9 being a subdivision which the Alzheimer’s Association of the East ½ of the Southeast ¼ of Section 25, Township 37 North, Range 12 East of the Third designates annually as a fund- Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois. raiser. Commonly known as 12306 -12320 S. Harlem Avenue, Palos Heights, IL; and The three-hour sessions start at 8:30 a.m., noon, 3:30 p.m. and 6 Lot 9 and the South 10 feet of Lot 10 in Block 73 in Robert Bartlett’s Homestead Development p.m. All proceeds for these pay-to- No. 9 being a subdivision of the East ½ of the Southeast ¼ of Section 25, Township 37 North, Range 12 East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois. play events will go directly to the Alzheimer’s Association. Anyone Commonly known as 12312 S. 72nd Court, Palos Heights, IL. can play at any skill level with a $25 donation by check payable All interested parties are invited to attend and will be given an opportunity to be heard. to the Alzheimer’s Association, which participants are expected to Patricia M. Sheppard Deputy City Clerk
Student News Colleen Ward, of Palos Heights, has been named to the spring semester 2014 dean’s list at St. Norbert College in De Pere, Wis. A minimum 3.5 grade-point average is required for academic eligibility. *** Sean Trainor, of Palos Heights, made the dean’s list for the spring 2014 semester at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Mo. This honor recognizes students who have achieved a grade-point average of 3.5 or above.
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Heights Women pick up GFWC awards The incoming and past presidents of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club recently attended the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC), Third District annual luncheon and Awards Day at the Beverly Country Club. Shown are Eileen Lunter (standing from left), newly installed club President Rose Zubik, Mickey Nydam, and (seated) Marjorie Hultquist, Charlotte Belczak and Celeste Kappel , all past presidents of the club. The ladies received awards for Home Life, Donna Boeing, director; Kim Prokes, conservation director; Mary Lee Lockwood, education director; and Rose Zubik, international director for their projects and activities for the 2013-2014 club year.
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The 8th-grade class of St. Alexander School in Palos Heights took a trip to Springfield on May 13. They left at 8:30 a.m. on the Illinois Central Railroad. They toured the Capitol, Lincoln’s home, Lincoln’s tomb, and New Salem. After dinner aboard the train, they arrived home at 10 p.m. First row: chaperone Gloria Darlington, Linda Headrick, Candy Cotter, Carol Darlington, Margie McNaughton, Nancy Ballweber, Michele McKeen, Mary Brigel, Kathy Fitz[Patrick, Sally Kilburg, Debbie Dumais, Mary Fitzpatrick and caperone Rosemary Gallagher. Second row: Mark Randall, Richard Sherman, Patricia Fox, Linda Mardjetko, Barbara Krizek, Andrea Temple, Patricia Moran, Mary Filler, Patricia Skriba, Paula Gallagher and chaperone Janet McNaughton. Third row: John Kamper, Larry Gonzy, Paul Kirincic, Tim Neumann, Joey DeSignor, Greg Hamilton, Sue Miller, Patricia Wilson, Vivian Grybas, Cindy Warpack, and John Healy. Forth row: Patrick Wrobel, Ronald Planis, Bob Hermann, Bob Bastic, Jim Korby, John Antanitis, Mike Tuma, John Pakel, John Gallo, Patrick Gutkoska, Mike O’Reilly and Gerald Czajkowski.
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10 Years Ago This Week D-Day. The 6th of June, 1944: The largest amphibious invasion in the history of warfare, Operation Overlord. Several Palos area men landed on those littered beaches of Normandy in early June, 60 [now 70] years ago. Howard Braasch, of Palos Park (left), helped bring bulldozers and trucks onto the beaches of Normandy a few days after D-Day. He was 20 years old. His 973rd Engineer Maintenance Company of the Army Corps of Engineers, part of the Third Army, was part of the massive Allied invasion of Europe. John Aurenz, another Palos Park vet (right), looks over his medals he earned as a combat infantryman during World War II. He landed on Omaha Beach, assigned to the 29th Infantry Division, as one of thousands of replacement troops on June 10. He celebrated his 21st birthday just a couple of days later.
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WHATIZIT? Last week, the back of a bank of speakers at the Staggapalooza main event was the WHATIZIT? photo. They helped make the Gins blossom as the Gin Blossoms played that evening. The first smash-hit correct answer came from Dan and Kathy Higgins of Chicago Ridge. Other hit-single correct guesses were from Worth’s Theresa and George Rebersky, E.J. Oahueke and Robert Solner, Chicago Ridge’s Dana Oswald and Evergreen Park’s Jan Merchantz, Henrietta Mysliwiec and Vince Vizza. Incorrect guesses were of the sound board andan audio mixer. The most interesting guess was of a Juniper switch chassis for virtual data manipulation. That might be the most interesting guess of any WHATIZIT? this year. But it was incorrect. This week’s photo comes from the historic first Farmers Market of Chicago Ridge. The clue is that it’s half a lyric from a song by a group that used to be known as Tom and Jerry. And the irritable sunburned board of directors just might be demanding that you get the exact guess right with little wiggle room. Send those guesses to thereporter@comcast.net with WHATIZIT? in the subject line by Monday night. Don’t forget your name and hometown.
A good Bette – prediction on Townsend was an ace Thanks for the tip, Bette. It’s not often that the Palos community and Regional Publishing can brag about being way ahead of the curve in the world of professional tennis, but it’s time to stretch out our long arms and give ourselves, as Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin would say, a “public pat on the back.’’ Last week, 18-year-old Chicago native Taylor Townsend rocked the tennis world when she became the youngest player to reach the third round of the French Open since 2003. Earlier this week, Sports Illustrated profiled her on its website and quoted male tennis star Andy Murray as saying “I love the way she plays. This is a player who has a lot of talent. A talent rarely seen, either in men or in women.’’ The world has discovered Taylor Townsend, who now hails from Atlanta. But a couple of Decembers ago, Regional readers discovered her courtesy of Palos Heights’ Bette Sacks. We were doing a profile on Sacks who, at the time, was 72 and still competing in the sport. Sacks touched on a variety of topics including breaking some AfricanAmerican and gender barriers in the sport back in the day, dining with Richard Williams, the father of Venus and Serena Williams and working at Lake Katherine. Sacks also talked about being friends with Townsend and coached her a little a few years ago. “Years later, she is one of the best players in the world,” Sacks said. “It’s amazing.’’ Sacks was gracious enough to send us a photo of Townsend’s mother, Sheila, taking a photo of Taylor and Sacks. Regional editor Jack Murray loved the photo and ran it on Page 1 of the Dec. 6, 2012 edition of the paper. I loved the photo because if Sacks was right and this girl was the real deal, it would be cool to say we had a picture of the phenom way back when.
another next-great-player on the site called RantSports.com. front page of one of our papers, Oh, and he has some coaching but you can bet that if Bette tells chops as well as he was a head socus about someone, we will listen. cer and assistant hoops coach at St. Patricia School. Harty is from Palos Park and atKeeping these ‘harty’ tends the University of Illinois. His boys on the go, go, go by Jeff specialty is features and has turned Vorva There are a couple of new names in some terrific work at the Champopping up you may or may not have paign school’s newspaper, including noticed here at Regional Publishing. a day in the life of Urbana firemen. Sacks was right. We threw him into the fire right Frank Gogola and Declan Harty And it’s cool to say we had a join the veteran Tony Pinto as in- away with pieces on the closing of picture of the phenom way back terns on our roster of superstars. St. Bernedette and Mt. Assisi and he when. Like Pinto, both grew up in the area stopped by Saturday in Oak Lawn I can’t say for a fact that we were and attended Stagg High School. to listen to gubernatorial candidate the first Chicago area newspaper to Gogola hails from Palos Hills and Bruce Rauner insult current govput Taylor Townsend on the front we’ve had him off and running with ernor Pat Quinn at the opening of page. But I remember researching sports features on Mt. Assisi’s final Rauner’s new headquarters. Townsend back then and there was sporting event and a look at four Harty played a year of football at scant information about her on the coaches who are hanging up their Illinois Wesleyan University, so he local level. whistles who have had magnificent knows his way around sports as well. Wimbledon is just around the cor- careers. His work will appear in both the ner, so it’s going to be a lot of fun He’s done work for school news- Reporter and Regional. seeing if Townsend-mania around papers at Moraine Valley and NorthI’m looking forward to seeing the world will continue. ern Illinois University as well as these guys progress as the sumI’m not sure if we will ever have spending a summer with an online mer gets hotter.
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This photo of Sheila Townsend photographing her daughter, Taylor, with family friend Bette Sacks of Palos Heights appeared on the front page of the Dec. 6, 2012 Regional. At the time, Sacks predicted great things for Townsend and last week, Townsend drew international attention by making it to the third round of the French Open at age 18.
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Smith Senior Living celebrates 90th year since founding Residents of both Smith Village and Smith Crossing, both continuing care retirement communities (CCRC) located in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood and in Orland Park, received a lesson in local history, plenty of delicious food and musical entertainment, as well as a visit from Cook County Commissioner John Daley (right), pictured in the photo at left with Kevin McGee, CEO and president of Smith Senior Living, and Mayor Dan McLaughlin during recent celebrations of the 90th year of Smith Senior Living, the not-for-profit sponsor of both communities. In the photo at right, Mary Christianson, pictured at center, with the Smith Chorale, took residents and guests on a musical journey through the decades. The history of Smith Senior Living started with the establishment of Oakhaven Old People’s Home on the site of what is now Smith Village on May 1, 1924, said Smith Senior Living Chief Executive Officer Kevin McGee. Using his hands for emphasis to spell out quotations around “Old People’s Home,” McGee drew some laughs from the audience at the Smith Crossing celebration, but when he read a list of Chicago notables involved in the organization’s founding the mood seemed to change. Many of the residents tilted their heads approvingly to one another upon hearing about Nobel Peace Prize laureate Jane Addams, founder of Hull House; Charles Lawrence Hutchison, president of the Art Institute of Chicago; John G. Shedd, second president and board chair of Marshall Field’s as well as the lead benefactor of Shedd Aquarium; legendary trial lawyer Clarence Darrow and others. In 1929, a $1.75 million gift from the estate of Emilie Smith secured a solid future for the notfor-profit, which was renamed the Washington and Jane Smith Home, and eventually evolved into Smith Senior Living, sponsor of both Smith communities, McGee said.
For the celebration, 15 members of the Smith Chorale, all residents of Smith Village, performed a collection of songs representing decades starting in the 1920s. Introducing the group and toasting the passage of nine decades was Smith Village resident Phil Carlin who quipped, “I used to be bothered by the connotations of the word “home”, but I’ve since changed my mind. With my experience at Smith Village I’ve learned that it’s good to have a place to call home.” For the performing group, Carlin added a new verse to the song “It was a very good year,” starting with the words “When I was 85…” Carlin is 86, and said, “Yes, 85 was a very good year!” Smith Village resident, Chorale member Mary Christianson even penned a song performed by the group about life at Smith Village. Taking the podium at the close of the Chorale’s performance at Smith Crossing, Mayor McLaughlin described his involvement with Smith Senior Living as having started five years before construction of the first $60 million phase of Smith Crossing. “We go back at least 15 years, when the Smith Senior Living Board of Trustees came to talk about purchasing the land.” McLaughlin said. “I’ve been here a number of times. I can’t tell you how happy we are to have Smith Senior Living and Smith Crossing here in Orland Park. We brag about Smith Crossing all the time. I think of it as a resort and I’m considering having my own mother come here.” Considering the world 90 years ago, the mayor said, “In the 1920s, Orland Park had about 350 residents, not much more than Smith Crossing has right now. There was no electricity, no paved roads. There were three blacksmiths and one stable.” Also in attendance from the Village of Orland Park was village Trustee Edward G. Schussler III, whose mother-in-law, Dorothy Gierach, resides at Smith Crossing. “She just loves it here, truly,” he said.
Center for Wound Healing at Palos Community Hospital joins wound care awareness
Pick of the Litter By John R. Fleming, DVM • PrairieStateVet.com
The Center for Wound Healing at Palos Community HospiA couple of weeks ago I wrote tal, a member of the Healogics an article about charcoal “toxicity” network, is participating in the in describing a problem which hapfirst Healogics National Wound pened to us here in the clinic after Care Awareness Week, June 2 we administered a dose of activated to June 6. charcoal to a little Sheltie who had One of nearly 600 Healogicsconsumed poisonous mouse bait. managed centers, the Center for After our charcoal treatment, the Wound Healing at Palos offers little guy developed a hyperosmolar advanced therapies to patients syndrome and started seizuring. He suffering from chronic wounds. responded well to treatment and Program directors across the nais fine. I said in that article that tion will dedicate the entire week I felt as if we had harmed him, to visiting local physician offices something no vet ever wants to do. to provide education to help staff My guilty feeling came from being identify patients who may benefit admonished by a matter-of-factly from advanced wound care. speaking (cocky) young female vet Chronic wounds affect millions at poison control who told me, “You of people in the U.S. and the inall overdosed the dog on charcoal cidence is rising, fueled by an Submitted photo and he might die as a result.” Meet Betty, owned by Pam in Burr Ridge. Betty is a 9½-year-old Staffordshire bull terrier. Here she is aging population and increasing Thanks kiddo; I really appreci- running the weave poles in an agility trial at Pawsatively Heaven in Chicago Ridge this past March. rates of diseases and conditions ated your support. Ironically, within such as diabetes, obesity and the the week a report on exactly this wanted to call the computer-bound areas of the United States today and rado, California, southern Oregon late effects of radiation therapy. situation was published which in- vet who’s probably never been in is treatable with antibiotics. Veteri- and far western Nevada. Untreated, chronic wounds can cluded the following statement, “In the trenches and pop her upside nary personnel have been developing I am not aware of any of our lead to diminished quality of life our experience at the APCC, it (the the head. the disease after contact with cats clients who travel to Arizona and the and possibly amputation of the toxicity problem) appears not be that are in contact with wild mam- other areas on vacation with their dose-dependent and to occur ran- The Plague mals, including rabbits and rodents. cats but we have a good number of domly in some sensitive dogs given For several years veterinarians Until last week, as far as I knew, clients who travel out there with a single dose, or multiple doses, of and vet techs out west have been this was a zoonotic disease transmit- their dogs, either on vacation or activated charcoal with or without contracting Plague. Real honest-to- ted to our veterinary brothers and for extended times to their vacation cathartics.” We didn’t overdose the goodness Plague, Yersinia Pestis, the sisters by cat bites and scratches. homes. We commonly see dogs with dog. The dose we’ve been using for Black Death. From the 1300s to Last week, in the May issue of FUO (fever of unknown origin) and 30 years was correct. It just hap- 1700s, the Black Death may have the JAVMA I read an article de- now that we know that dogs are pens in the rare, sensitive dog. After claimed up to 200 million lives across scribing Yersina pestis infection in being infected with Plague, we have reading that article in the journal I Europe. The disease exists in several dogs. Clinical signs in the 62 dogs to try to remember to ask our sick in the report included fever (100 dogs if they’ve traveled out West percent), lethargy (97 percent), an- recently. Keep that in mind if you orexia (77 percent), enlarged lymph take your dog out there and he denodes (only 23 percent), diarrhea velops a fever or lethargy. The vets (8 percent) and abscesses (only 2 out there are tuned into it but if you percent). The areas out west of con- come back to Chicago for treatment cern include northern New Mexico, make sure you tell your vet where northern Arizona, southern Colo- you’ve been.
affected limb. “There are many patients living with non-healing wounds who are unaware of treatments available in their local communities,” said D. Scott Covington, M.D., FACS, Chief Medical Director for Healogics, Inc. “Adjunctive therapies for appropriate patients can help heal wounds faster than traditional methods. We want to make advanced wound care available to all patients who would benefit, but we must educate the communities we serve about the services we offer.” People with wounds that have not improved with traditional methods of treatment in four weeks may benefit from a visit to the Center for Wound Healing at Palos. For more information about the Center for Wound Healing at Palos Community Hospital, visit PalosCommunityHospital.org/services/wound-healing/. To schedule an appointment, call 923-5280.
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Car seats for Orland Twp. Food Pantry recipients free Applications for child car seats are available for low-income families in Orland Township. Applications will be available at the Orland Township office, at 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Tuesdays, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. To receive a car seat, families must fill out a brief application, provide proof of residency, a birth certificate of the child needing the car seat and proof of income. Child car seats are available in three sizes: infant, convertible and booster. Child car seats are provided through Orland Park Fire Protection, IDOT and Orland Township Food Pantry. Here, Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady (right) and Ed Dunn of the Orland Fire Protection District show a model car seat.
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Death Notices Chester A. Placek Chester A. Placek, age 86 of Palos Heights and formerly from Calumet Park went to the Lord on June 2nd. Past Police Commissioner of Palos Heights for over 20 years. Decorated Veteran of the U.S. Navy Veteran serving in WWII & the Korean War. Chester was a Veteran who loved his country. Active member of the VFW Post 2604 & American Legion Post 50. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Richards) Placek for over 60 years. Loving father of Charlene (Paul) Peterson, Susan (Ron)
Florence M. Bennett
Florence M. Bennett, of Palos Park, died on May 27 at Sunrise Assisted Living in Palos Park. Visitation was held at Van Henkelum Funeral Home in Palos Heights on May 30 until the time of a funeral Mass offered at St. AlSmith Crossing resident Nick Zaglifa helps pack and deliver 100 sack lunches assembled by his exander Church in Palos Heights. Burial was at Cedar Park Cemetery fellow residents for homeless people served by the Daybreak Center in Joliet. Smith Crossing, at 10501 Emilie Lane in Orland Park, is sponsored by Smith Senior Living, a not-for- in Calumet Park. Mrs. Bennett is survived by her profit organization serving older adults since 1924. For more information about Smith Crossing, call brother, Walter Muika, and many 326-2300 or visit SmithCrossing.org nieces and nephews. Mrs. Bennett was born in Chicago. She was the superintendent of School District 148 Dolton. She was a member of St. Alexander Church. Submitted photo
Smith Crossing Sack Lunch Brigade helps feed Joliet area homeless families
Houses of Worship
Christ Lutheran Church Orland Park The church will offer its annual Vacation Bible School program the week of June 16-20, from 9 a.m. to noon. Classes are open to children who will be 3 years old by January through 6th grade. Children will be placed in the grade that they have just completed this spring. This year’s theme will be “Gangway to Galilee – Amazing Grace Adventures.” This VBS will teach children that Jesus calls us,
teaches us, keeps us safe, saves us, and provides all we need through five Bible stories that take place on and around the Sea of Galilee. The children will sing, pray, and play as they learn more about Jesus. Families are invited to a special Closing Celebration on Friday, June 20, at 11:45 a.m. for fellowship and fun as the children give a performance of some of the lessons they have learned during the week. Refreshments will be served after the program. Pre-registration for VBS is
Crystal H. Kuk
strongly encouraged. The fee Crystal H. Kuk, nee Mason, 88, is $10 per child attending. of Palos Park, died on May 30 at Registration forms can be Peace Village in Palos Park. picked up at the church office or Visitation was held at Schmaprinted off the website at www. christlutheranorland.com. The church is at 14700 S. 94th Ave. (349-0431)
Gerald Bronzell and Robert Hubbard will be commissioned as lay Eucharistic assistants on Sunday, June 15, during the 8 a.m. worship service at the church. The Eucharistic assistants will bring Word and consecrated Sacrament to the church’s shut-ins, both homebound and hospitalized. The church is at 14700 S. 94th Ave. (349-0431)
LEGAL NOTICE
Cook County Annual Special Assessment Tax Sale Notice to Property Owners, Legal Notice and Listing of Properties
2012 Annual Tax Sale Schedule
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS Under Illinois law, the Cook County Treasurer’s Office must offer properties having delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for sale. This legal notice includes a list, based on the geographic distribution of this newspaper, of parcels of real estate on which special assessments are delinquent and subject to auction at the annual tax sale, which begins at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, August 4, 2014. The tax sale hours of operation are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Chicago local time) each scheduled day. The dates of sale and the daily sale hours may be extended as needed. The unit of local government associated with each listed special assessment has reported the listed installment(s) as delinquent as of May 14, 2014. If you believe this list does not reflect a recent payment, contact the applicable unit of local government so that it may instruct the Cook County Treasurer’s Office to remove the delinquency from the list. Do not contact the Cook County Treasurer’s Office, as it has no independent authority to remove such a delinquency from the tax sale list. IF YOUR PROPERTY INDEX NUMBER IS LISTED IN THIS NOTICE, IT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOU TO TAKE ACTION SO THAT YOUR SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT SOLD. The sale of special assessments will result in a lien that will add, at a minimum, hundreds of dollars in fees to the amount currently due. Sale of the special assessments and continued failure by the owner to redeem (pay) may result in the owner’s loss of legal title to the property. Payments of delinquent special assessments (prior to tax sale) must be paid by CERTIFIED CHECK, CASHIER’S CHECK or MONEY ORDER at the Cook County Treasurer’s Office, 118 N. Clark St., Room 112, Chicago, IL 60602. Please note that under Illinois law, the Treasurer’s Office cannot accept payments of delinquent special assessments after the close of the business day immediately preceding the date on which such special assessments are to be offered for sale. For questions about submitting a payment or to verify the precise delinquent amount, you may contact the Cook County Treasurer’s Office by phone at (312) 443-5100 or by e-mail through our website at www.cookcountytreasurer.com (click on “CONTACT US”).
SALE BEGINS MONDAY, AUGUST 4, 2014 AT 8:30 A.M. THE TAX SALE HOURS OF OPERATION ARE 8:30 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. (CHICAGO LOCAL TIME) EACH SCHEDULED DAY. THE DATES OF SALE AND THE DAILY SALE HOURS MAY BE EXTENDED AS NEEDED. TAX BUYER REGISTRATION WILL TAKE PLACE BETWEEN JUNE 5 AND JULY 25, 2014. FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION, VISIT www.cooktaxsale.com OR CONTACT THE TREASURER’S OFFICE.
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Barrington, Berwyn, Bloom, Bremen, Calumet, Cicero, Elk Grove, Evanston, Hanover, Lemont, Leyden, Lyons, Maine, New Trier, Niles, Northfield, Norwood Park, Oak Park, Orland
August 5, 2014
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Chester was a devout Catholic who served his Parish of St. Alexander Church. Visitation Thursday from 3 until 9 p.m. Chapel prayers Friday, 9:30 a.m. at the Kerry Funeral Home, 7020 W. 127th Street, Palos Heights to Saint Alexander Church, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions made to The Wishing Well 9610 W. Manhattan-Monee Rd, Frankfort, IL 60423 would be appreciated (708) 361.4235 ~ www.kerryfh. com ~ www.facebook.com/ kerryfuneral
edeke Funeral Home in Worth on June 2. A funeral service was held at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Worth on June 3. Burial was at Bethania Cemetery in Justice. Mrs. Kuk was predeceased by her husband, Arthur. Mrs. Kuk was born in Chicago. She was a sales manager.
Joseph T. Skopek
Joseph T. Skopek, 62, of Palos Heights, died on May 19 in Wisconsin. Visitation was held on May 24 at Schmaedeke Funeral Home in Worth. A memorial service was held at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Palos Heights on May 25. Interment was private. Ebba Nelson Mr. Skopek is survived by his Ebba Nelson, of Palos Park and Palos Hills, died on May 28 at Rose- wife, Linda, his son, Robert; his wood Care Center in Inverness. daughter, Deborah; his sister, Visitation was held at Van Hen- Deborah Schumacher; and three kelum Funeral Home on May 31 grandchildren. Mr. Skopek was born in Everuntil time of services at the funeral home. Burial was at Oak green Park. He was the owner of Sewer Builders Supplies Inc. He Hill Cemetery in Chicago. Mrs. Nelson is survived by many was a deacon at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, nieces and nephews. Mrs. Nelson was born in Chi- treasurer of Les Gourmets of cago. She was a bookkeeper for Chicago and member of Disciples Escoffler Intl.-USA. Royal Typewriter.
Billy Graham’s “My Answer”
Christ Lutheran Church, Orland Park
Q: My mother died a few months ago, and I can’t believe how much squabbling there’s been over her estate. She didn’t have much (and she also didn’t have a will), but it seems like everyone is trying to grab as much as they can. Why are people so selfish? — Mrs. B.Y. A: One reason I wanted to reprint your letter is to encourage every reader to do everything they possibly can to avoid situations like this. God is not honored when conflicts like Students for Life Across Ameri- help and how you can take a stand this break out, and unfortunately, ca is the largest and most success- for life. Kevin Grillot, executive Rummage sale at ful youth pro-life organization in director of Students for Life of Palos Lutheran Church resentment and jealousy (and greed) can poison a family for years to come. America. Students for Life of Il- Illinois, will give a talk about his Even if we have very little, it’s still linois is building a growing pro-life group on Wednesday, June 18, at 7 Palos Lutheran Church will community on college campuses p.m., at St. Michael Church, 14327 hold a rummage sale on Friday, better to make our wishes known across Illinois. They are motivat- Highland Ave. in Orland Park. June 13, from 8 a.m.to 4 p.m., and through a legal will than to leave The talk is sponsored by the Saturday, June 14, from 8 a.m. to a legacy of conflict and bitterness ing and training students to take a stand for life, and to become Respect Life Ministries of St. Mi- 3 p.m., at the church, corner of behind. In Old Testament times, a active in building a positive, loving chael, Our Lady of the Wood and 125th Street and Harlem Avenue number of laws dealt with inheritance, partly to avoid controversy. St. Francis of Assisi parishes in in Palos Heights. pro-life community. Find out what Students for Life Orland Park and St. Bernard’s All proceeds will go to benefit Jesus had nothing in the way of is doing in Illinois, how they are and Annunciation Byzantine Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chi- possessions, but before His death He made sure that His mother, changing campuses, how you can Catholic in Homer Glen. cago.
Respect Life group will meet Students for Life
Fjeldheim, Steven (Deborah) Placek & Michael (Deborah) Placek. Proud grandfather of Andy, Laura & Julie Peterson, Samantha, Alexandra, & Erik Fjeldheim, Alison, Amanda, Abilyn, Nathaniel & Annalese Placek, and Jamie & Nicole Placek. Dear brother of John (late Betty) Placek, Jean (Marcus) Torres & preceded in death by his parents John & Mary Placek and his loving sisters. Fond brother-in-law of Arlene Knudsen & Donna (late Bill) Richards. Caring uncle of many nieces and nephews.
Palatine, Palos, Proviso, Rich, River Forest, Riverside, Schaumburg, Stickney, Thornton, Wheeling, Worth, Hyde Park
August 6, 2014
271 to 464
Hyde Park, Jefferson, Lake
August 7, 2014
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Lake, Lake View, North Chicago, Rogers Park, South Chicago, West Chicago
Mary, would be taken care of (see John 19:25-27). The Bible says, “A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children” (Proverbs 13:22). What can you do? First, don’t add to the problem by demanding things that others clearly want. Yes, you may lose something that has sentimental value to you, but it’s better to do that than to lose a friendship. Perhaps your example will encourage others to do the same. Then pray for your extended family. Right now, they aren’t at their best and they need to realize it and not let things take the place of Christ. Above all, never forget (and urge others in your family never to forget) that when we know Christ, we have “an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade.... kept in heaven for you” (1 Peter 1:4). (Send your queries to “My Answer,” c/o Billy Graham, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy
Graham Parkway, Charlotte, N.C., 28201; call 1-(877) 2-GRAHAM, or visit the Web site for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association: www.billygraham.org.)
DELINQUENT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS OFFICE OF THE TREASURER AND EX-OFFICIO COLLECTOR OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
Illinois, for the amount of special assessments, taxes, interest and costs due thereon, respectively.
Advertisement and Notice by Collector of Cook County of Application for Judgment and Order of Sale of Delinquent Lands and Lots for Special Assessments or installments thereof, as provided by law.
COUNTY OF COOK, STATE OF ILLINOIS June 4-5, 2014. NOTICE is hereby given that the said Collector of Cook County, Illinois, will apply to the County Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois on Tuesday, July 1, 2014, for judgment against all lands and lots, hereinafter described as being delinquent, upon which special assessments or installment payments thereof (together with any accrued interest and costs) remain due and unpaid, for an order for sale of said lands and lots for satisfaction thereof, fixing the correct amount due. Final entry of said order will be sought on Monday, July 28, 2014. NOTICE is further given that beginning on the 4th day of August, 2014, A.D., at the hour of 8:30 a.m., all said lands and lots, hereinafter described for sale for which an order shall be made, or has been made and not executed as noted, will be subject to public sale at 118 N. Clark St, Room 112 (Randolph Street entrance) in Chicago,
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The following is a list of: delinquent properties in Cook County upon which special assessments or any part thereof remain due and unpaid; the name(s) of the owners, if known; and the total amount due. In lieu of legal description, each parcel of land or lot is designated by a property index number (PIN). Comparison of the 14-digit PIN with the legal description of any parcel may be made by referring to the cross indices in the various Cook County offices. The Cook County Collector does not guarantee the accuracy of common street addresses or property classification codes at the time of sale. Buyers should verify all common street addresses, PINs, classifications and ownership by personal inspection and investigation of said properties and legal descriptions prior to purchasing special assessments offered at the sale. NO BUYER WILL BE PERMITTED TO OBTAIN A TAX DEED WITH RESPECT TO ANY PROPERTY OWNED BY A TAXING DISTRICT OR OTHER UNIT OF GOVERNMENT. WHEN AN ORDER TO VACATE THE TAX SALE OF ANY SUCH PROPERTY IS ENTERED, THE FINAL RESULT MAY BE A REFUND WITHOUT INTEREST.
TOWNSHIP OF PALOS Judgment sale and redemption record Delinquency on warrant 131 Installment No.14 PALOS special assessment for SANITARY SEWER ASSESSMENT Vol Property Index No. Name 152 23-28-402-019-0000 GERALD L. LUCAS 152 23-28-407-001-0000 MATTHEW & JOHNNA PARR 152 23-28-407-007-0000 ALAN FELSENTHAL 152 23-28-407-008-0000 MICHAEL CRIBBIN Judgment sale and redemption record Delinquency on warrant 132 Installment No.15 PALOS special assessment for SANITARY SEWER ASSESSMENT Vol Property Index No. Name 152 23-29-305-007-0000 ANTONIA P. DIMEOLA 152 23-29-307-006-0000 TERRY CORNELL 152 23-30-405-004-0000 GIANNOULA TZAMOURANIS 152 23-31-202-026-0000 DR. SCOTT NYE Judgment sale and redemption record Delinquency on warrant 961 Installment No.14 PALOS special assessment for WATER ASSESSMENT Vol Property Index No. Name 152 23-28-402-019-0000 GERALD L. LUCAS 152 23-28-407-001-0000 MATTHEW & JOHNNA PARR 152 23-28-407-007-0000 ALAN FELSENTHAL 152 23-28-407-008-0000 MICHAEL CRIBBIN
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Conversation about finances is important for newlyweds June is a popular month for weddings. If you’re getting married this month, you no doubt have many exciting details to discuss with your spouse-to-be. But after you get back from the honeymoon, you’ll want to have another discussion — about your finances. It might not sound glamorous, but couples who quickly “get on the same page” regarding their financial situation are actually taking a step that can help them immensely as they build their lives together. As you start talking about your finances, be sure to cover these areas: • Separate or joint checking/ savings accounts — Some couples create joint checking and savings accounts, others keep everything separate and still others find a middle ground — joint accounts along with smaller, separate accounts. There’s really no one “right” way for everyone, but whichever method you choose, make sure you’re both aware of where your money is, how it can be accessed, and by whom. • Debts — Both you and your spouse may be bringing in debts, such as student loans or credit cards, to the marriage. You don’t necessarily have to do everything possible to get rid of these debts immediately, but you should set up reasonable payment plans that will allow you to lower your over-
in mind? By answering these and other key questions, you’ll be formulating a set of goals. And from there, you can devise a strategy for attaining these goals. Jim • Investment styles — Both you Van Howe and your spouse will unquestionably need to invest if you are going to achieve your goals, such as a comfortable retirement. However, each of you may have a different all debt load so you can free up investment style — for example, money to invest for the future. one of you might be an aggres• Spending and saving — sive investor, willing to take more Newlyweds are often surprised risk for the possibility of greater to discover how different they are returns, while the other is more from each other in the area of conservative, ready to accept spending versus saving. You don’t lower returns in exchange for have to try to radically change greater preservation of princieach other, but you both need to pal. To pursue your strategy for be aware that your spending and reaching your objectives, each saving decisions now have greater of you may have to compromise consequences than when you were somewhat on your “investment both single. To illustrate: If one personality.” To achieve this balof you is more of a spender and ance, you may need to consult is used to running up big credit with a financial advisor. Finances are an important part card bills, these actions can clearly affect both of you. To avoid prob- of any marriage. By communilems of this type, you will need cating regularly and working toto communicate clearly with each gether, you and your spouse can build a solid financial foundation other • Goals — It’s important for for your lives together. Jim Van Howe is a financial married couples to clearly establish their financial goals. Do you advisor with Edward Jones Investwant to purchase a house? If so, ments, in Palos Heights. His office when? If you’re going to have chil- is at 7001 W. 127th St. He can be dren, will you want to help them reached at 361-3400. This article pay for college? When do each of was written by Edward Jones for you want to retire? And what sort use by your local Edward Jones of retirement lifestyle do you have Financial Advisor.
Check for hidden fees when booking vacation Bargain-priced vacations are not always what they appear to be. For example, the price shown may look appealing, although there are often additional fees and hidden details. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises consumers to investigate and compare vacation plans, and to ask questions about extra fees that could significantly impact your vacation budget. Resorts may have fees that go unmentioned until check out time. These fees may be included in your bill for a variety of amenities including internet access, gym usage and access to the safe or refrigerator. These increased costs can surprise consumers if they haven’t read the terms and conditions of a vacation package. “Travel arrangements require a significant amount of time,” said Steve J. Bernas, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois. “It is vital that consumers take their time reading through fine print and make sure to ask questions.”
Fees for various amenities can range from $10 to $30 per day and are not always included in the checkout price on online booking sites. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) describes resort fees as being a part of “drip pricing”, a business model in which firms advertise only part of a price and reveal other charges later in the billing process. Drip pricing is not exclusive to the travel industry. It is also common among financial institutions and rental car companies. The BBB offers some advice for consumers to avoid undisclosed fees: Carefully read the fine print. Review the terms and conditions of a hotel for your stay and before providing a credit card number, in order to discover additional fees that may be added to your bill. Double check what is included. Some “all inclusive” resorts fail to mention that some services are not included. This could be any service including transportation to and from the airport, drinks or certain activities.
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Compare prices. Before making a commitment, compare prices with other all-inclusive vacations and vacations that are not allinclusive. You want to make sure you get the most for your money. Add tips into your budget. Some resorts have their staff refuse tips but most expect proper tipping etiquette. Expect to tip hotel staff, restaurant staff and bartenders. Low prices can mean low quality. Remember that you get what you pay for. Decide whether you want to risk low quality with a low price. Ask questions. If you are unsure of something you read in the fine print, make sure you contact the hotel with questions and concerns beforehand. Discuss the questions and concerns you had at check-in. Verify the total cost again at check-in. It is much easier to discuss potential charges before it goes on your credit card. For more tips, visit www.bbb. org. —The Better Business Bureau
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The Children’s Farm, Palos Park Woman’s Club will take part in next Heights Farmers Market The chickens are back! Lois Duran from The Children’s Farm in Palos Park will bring baby chickens and ducks to the Palos Heights Farmers Market Wednesday, June 11. Stop by and hold a chicken starting at 8:30 a.m. Lois will also have information about upcoming summer programs at The Farm and The Center. The Palos Park Woman’s Club will be the featured guest of the Community Tent. The members will be holding a white elephant sale. They also will have information about Club membership and upcoming events. More information can be found at http://palosparkwc.wordpress.com. The Pampered Chef will hold a Father’s Day BBQ basket raffle on June 11. The basket has a $60 minimum value. Entries will be accepted until noon, when the drawing will be held. A $5 minimum purchase is required for entry. Stop by the tent to see the beautiful basket and all they have to offer. Richert/Phillips Farms is offering a CSA again this year. CSA, or Community Supported Agriculture, is actually “buying into the farms”. The farmers are guaranteed income from the “shareholders”, who in turn are offered the first fruits of the pickings. Full and half shares are available. More information is available at the stand, or call 574-274-6019. An ever expanding variety of spring fruits and vegetables are in the market every week. Strawberries and rhubarb, asparagus, lettuces, spinach, kales, onions, radishes, and more are available now. Other market offerings include hormone free, free-range eggs, butter and cheeses, bakery items and organic breads, beef and pork, olive oil and vinegars, perennial and annual plants and herbs, pizza products, pesto and salsas, SoZo coffee and drinks, Shaklee products, and knife sharpening services round out the mix of weekly market offerings. Congratulations to Arlin Pacifico, of Hickory Hills, winner of the May 28 Palos Pool Pass raffle. The next Pool Pass Raffle will occur on Wednesday, June 18. Stop at the City Tent and pick up the latest recipe from Dr. John Principe MD of the WellbeingMD Center for Life. Pick up or have endorsed the 2014 Frequent Shopper Card. New this year; bring a friend and receive double credit on your card! Make sure to sign up for weekly email updates. Photo notecards, featuring Palos Heights and farmer’s market scenes, are back again this year. They sell for $4, or 3/$10. Proceeds benefit the market. Raffle tickets for the 2014 Car Classic are also available at the City Tent. The tickets are $20 each, or six/$100, and all proceeds of the Car Classic benefit the city’s Beautification Committee. The Palos Heights Farmers Market is open Wednesdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 12217 S. Harlem Ave. More information can be found at www.palosheights.org or join us on Facebook.
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Dist. 230’s Erdey named Distinguished Communicator High School District 230 Director of Communications Carla Erdey accepts the 2014 Illinois Distinguished Communicator Award from WGN Radio’s Andrea Darlas at the INSPRA Distinguished Service Awards luncheon. Erdey was named Illinois Distinguished Communicator by the Illinois Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (INSPRA). The award is the most prestigious honor presented by INSPRA for a career that exemplifies the professional practices of school public relations and for an outstanding body of work sustained throughout time. Erdey was recognized for her contributions over the past 18 years in leadership roles for educational organizations focused on community and business engagement, public relations, marketing and administration. Among the professional contributions honored is her work with District 230’s award-winning Successful Schools Successful Students (S4) engagement initiative that connects business and community leaders with students and staff at Sandburg, Stagg and Andrew high schools. Erdey is now pursuing a master’s degree in strategic communication from the University of Missouri School of Journalism.
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People’s Choice Morning After Father-daughter team Ken and Hannah Renicker, of Oak Lawn, won the People’s Choice Award in the Morning After Chili Cook-Off held Sunday as part of a two-day chili contests themed centennial celebration for Palos Park held on the Village Green. There were 22 cooks from Illinois, Indiana and Iowa represented in the 3-I contest, according to the village Recreation and Parks director. The festival was part of Palos Park’s calendar of events throughout 2014 marking the centennial of the village’s incorporation in 1914.
Strawberries growing in the Children’s Farm garden become jars of fresh strawberry jam from the garden. A strawberry jam workshop will be held at the Children’s Farm on Sunday, June 15, from 2 to 4 p.m. The farm is east across Southwest Highway from The Center, at 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Adult participants are invited to make jars of jam from strawberries they will pick from the farm garden at the beginning of the class. The class will meet at the farm garden and prepare and preserve the jam in a water bath canner in the Anderson Activity Center kitchen at the farm. Instructor Lois Lauer says strawberry jam is easy to make and a fun way to preserve the beauty and taste of the fresh berries. The class fee is $16, plus a $6 materials fee, and students can expect to go home with their own jar of strawberry jam in addition to the sampling they do in class. Registration is required and the class size is limited in number. Call The Center at 361-3650.
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New man on the job Phillips coach McAllister named Evergreen football boss By Ken Karrson When Evergreen Park recently lost Dan Hartman as its head football coach, athletic director Jim Soldan knew where to look for a replacement: toward the one school that administered a loss to the Mustangs in 2013. Troy McAllister wasn’t the only man who applied for the vacant position at Evergreen; the contrary, in fact, was true. The former Phillips boss was one of 45 applicants, and Soldan stated that “a good third of those were all current head coaches.” That was quite a change from previous personnel searches Soldan conducted. When former coach Mike Barry was hired in 2008, for example, virtually no other active head coaches showed interest. Of course, Barry’s task was rather monumental: to lift the Mustangs out of the depths. He laid the foundation for Hartman, who guided Evergreen to three straight playoff berths during his brief tenure. “A lot of people say, ‘People use [our school] as a stepping-stone,’” Soldan said. “But if you had told me we’d have 27 wins in three years, six of them in the playoffs, I’d have hired Dan Hartman anyway. We do get a lot of coaches that don’t stay, but that’s the way it is [at many places] today.” McAllister could be different, however. Although a native of Canada, McAllister has sunk roots in Illinois, and he is the first Mustangs football coach since Dave LaBarbera in 2002 to be an in-state hire. “Troy’s plans are to move here, whether it’s right here in Evergreen Park or in Chicago, which is right across the street,” Soldan said. “That’s something we hav-
Troy McAllister Coaching Record School Year Record Phillips 2010 2-7 Phillips 2011 7-3 Phillips 2012 5-4 Phillips 2013 8-4 en’t had [lately]. Hopefully, that’ll help us to keep him around.” “Evergreen Park’s a beautiful neighborhood and great community,” McAllister said. “I’ll be committed to being around.” But there’s more to McAllister than geographical accessibility. He has also shown an ability to revive football programs. His first practice at Phillips in 2010 drew the grand total of 12 players. Not surprisingly, the Wildcats stumbled to a 2-7 finish. From there, however, rapid progress was made. Phillips had winning records the past three years, a span culminating with last fall’s trip to the Class 4A quarterfinals that was secured with a 31-21 victory over Evergreen in the playoffs. So how did the Wildcats rise so quickly? “I really think our core of trust, respect and commitment to excellence is the key,” McAllister said. “That wasn’t an overnight thing — you have to build trust and respect over time, and the commitment to excellence comes from that. “As a coaching staff, we stayed on the students — checking on grades and making sure they had everything they needed to be successful. We’d make home visits, phone calls, just consistently be in contact. The changes at Phillips made mom[s] and dad[s] feel comfortable.” As the program’s numbers swelled to more than 70, the
coaches were able to cede some of the responsibilities for overseeing things to veteran players. That freed McAllister and his assistants to work on setting up a youth football program that familiarized future high school students with Phillips. “If you get five or six kids to get the pads on [later], that’s big,” McAllister said. Soldan said one thing that stood out about Evergreen’s new leader is that he’s “a real good classroom teacher.” To McAllister, that’s as important a part of being a coach as any X’s and O’s diagramming. “I really like to be involved in young men’s lives,” he said. “Producing quality young men for society is a big part of it.” In a football sense, McAllister’s tasks at Evergreen will be far different, if only because the Mustangs have established themselves as a legitimate contender for state honors in Class 4A. He says he wants to “hit the ground running” but has no plans “to reinvent the wheel because what they’ve been doing works.” Still, McAllister admits there will probably be a period of adjustment for all parties. “There’s a group of young men at Evergreen Park who don’t know who I am,” he said. “I’ve got to let them know I’m a Mustang. “Probably the hardest thing I’ve had to do was sit down with those kids [at Phillips] and tell them I was leaving. There were a lot of tears, but I’m super excited to be at Evergreen.” In addition to his four seasons at Phillips, McAllister spent a year as an assistant at Dunbar while teaching in an elementary school. Before that, he was an assistant at his collegiate alma mater, Queens University.
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Crown fits Chargers fine Stagg wins three times to gain championship By Ken Karrson Richards coach Brian Wujcik gave his players adequate warning before last Wednesday’s Class 4A Homewood-Flossmoor Regional semifinal got underway. “We told them two things: Things are just different in the playoffs and Stagg’s not the same team they were when we played them in the second week [of the regular season],” he said. Wujcik couldn’t have been more correct. Not only did the Chargers avenge an earlier 14-4 setback with a spirit-crushing 4-1 triumph over the favored Bulldogs, but they carried the momentum of that unexpected conquest forward. Stagg, which blasted Eisenhower 13-0 in a play-in game to earn its berth opposite Richards, completed a stunning run to a regional championship by edging Lincoln-Way East 3-2 on Saturday. The Chargers last won a postseason title in 2008, although they have played in six regional finals during Matt O’Neill’s eight coach-
ing seasons. Next up for Stagg (16-18) was a date with top-seeded Lincoln-Way North this past Wednesday in an Andrew Sectional semifinal. The Phoenix advanced by beating Marist 4-3 in the latter’s own regional on Saturday. While the Chargers would once again fill the underdog’s role in sectional play, O’Neill was unconcerned heading into Wednesday’s contest. “I think with our guys it’s just another game,” he said. “At this point, nothing is pressure because we’ve seen it all. We’ve been playing in a lot of close games all year long, and the last month of the season we played solid baseball in terms of pitching and defense.” That certainly was true in Stagg’s victory over Lincoln-Way East. Not only did the Chargers perform flawlessly in the field, but Max Strus provided them with staunch relief. The senior was the winning pitcher against Richards, but O’Neill thought he was even more effective on Saturday as he shut
out the Griffins over the last 4 2/3 innings. It was difficult to dispute that assessment after Strus threw 40 of 59 pitches for strikes and retired the last 14 batters he faced. “We’re not a strikeout team — we have to make plays,” O’Neill said. “With the way we’ve been playing defense, it was a lot more comfortable for him to challenge hitters. “After basketball and pitching in big games, I don’t think there will ever be a situation where [Strus] feels pressure. He wants the ball — I think he doesn’t know what to do if he doesn’t have it. He’s just a competitor.” O’Neill said he didn’t hesitate in bringing Strus back so quickly after a starting assignment. “His pitch count is way different than other guys,” O’Neill said. “He’s not throwing in fall showcases or for summer travel teams, so there’s no wear on his arm.” Strus not only kept Lincoln-Way East’s sticks quiet, but he made his presence felt as a batter, too, as he slugged a two-run homer in (Continued on page 4)
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Members of Marist's softball team pose with their plaque after winning a regional championship on Saturday. The Lady RedHawks' game in Mount Greenwood was part of a busy week at Marist, which also hosted postseason events for baseball and volleyball.
A busy week at Marist Three state tournaments all part of the sports schedule By Frank Gogola Separated by a few hundred yards and approximately 10 minutes, Marist’s baseball and softball teams were on opposite ends of two walk-offs Saturday as the latter hoisted a Class 4A regional trophy afterward. Athletic director Bob Lim offered Marist to the IHSA as a host for both baseball and softball regionals, and the RedHawks’ presence in each final simply added extra flavor to the events. And if that wasn’t enough, the school was also the site of a boys’ volleyball sectional last week. “It’s just stuff like this [softball celebration],” Lim said in
explanation of why he wanted Marist to be a host. “And stuff like that [baseball game], even though we lost. “There’s always something exciting going on, and I think part of it is being here at home.” Lim said he enjoyed hosting the two regionals because it’s for the athletes. If events are on the same day, or even at the same time, that doesn’t matter because plenty of help is available to him. “I was just talking to [athletic director] Matt Lyke over at [Lincoln-Way] North, and he’s like, ‘You’re nuts for doing this,’” Lim said. “While I’m setting everything up and it’s crazy I’m like, ‘I’m not doing this again.’ And
then when it gets to next year and they ask me to host, I’m like, ‘Absolutely,’ because we have home games. If we have to go somewhere else, we might not win this [softball] game.” Lim said he would like to host more sectionals going forward, but he would prefer that the RedHawks advanced into those later rounds. “Nothing against it, but I just hate hosting stuff we’re not in,” Lim said. “We’re hosting the boys’ volleyball sectional and that’s great volleyball — [Lincoln-Way East and Lincoln-Way North] are probably the top two teams in the state, I would think — but us not being in it kind of makes it a little tougher.”
Sports wrap Eagles’ relay team second at state By Frank Gogola Second-best isn’t so bad when contenders emerge from across an entire state. That’s the position Sandburg’s 3,200-meter relay team held after that race was run Saturday afternoon at the Class 3A boys’ state track meet in Charleston. Owners of the fastest time in Friday’s prelims at O’Brien Stadium, the Eagles couldn’t quite duplicate that feat when first-place medals were at stake. They actually bettered their
Friday clocking by nearly six seconds, but Neuqua Valley completed the event .56 seconds ahead of Sandburg, which finished in 7 minutes, 40.77 seconds on Saturday. Matt Hetzler, Denis O’Callaghan, Chris Torpy and Sean Torpy comprised the Eagles’ relay quartet, which began its assault on possible gold with a 7:47.56 effort at the Romeoville Sectional. That time was second-best among 25 qualifiers, and then Sandburg lowered it to 7:46.53 in its state prelims heat.
O’Callaghan also took part in the 1,600-run downstate. He had qualified for state by covering the distance in 4:17.49 at Romeoville, the eight-fastest time among 39 qualifiers in the event. O’Callaghan reduced his time to 4:14.94 in the state prelims, which positioned him fourth in his heat, but he was unable to maintain that pace in the final. Instead, he clocked a 4:29.11 to place 12th. O’Fallon senior Patrick Perrier was first in the race, which he (Continued on page 3)
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Nonnemacher named NAIA Pitcher of the Year
Her softball season is over, but Nicole Nonnemacher collected one more prize last week — the biggest one of all, in fact. Not only was the St. Xavier University sophomore a pitching stalwart for her own school, she was also recognized as the NAIA’s best in 2014 by the organization’s All-America selection committee. One of just 20 first-team members nationwide, Nonnemacher was chosen as the national Pitcher of the Year. That gave the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference a clean sweep of major awards. Olivet Nazarene University second baseman Hannah Gardner was tabbed as the NAIA Player of the Year. Nonnemacher is the third SXU student-athlete to receive the NAIA’s top award in a sport. Jimmy Coy was the national football Player of the Year in 2012 and softball player Colleen Kilduff, now the head coach at Mother McAuley, was feted eight years before Nonnemacher. “Nicole being named NAIA Pitcher of the Year as a sophomore is amazing,” Cougars coach Myra Minuskin said. “It is certainly well-earned and deserved. “Nicole’s work ethic and fierce competitive nature are second to none. This honor will inspire her to achieve an even higher level of greatness [over the next two seasons].” Nonnemacher, who was selectPhoto by Jeff Vorva Richards' Nate Natividad avoids Brett Stratinsky's tag and returns to first base safely last Wednesday. ed as the CCAC Pitcher of the Stratinsky and Stagg had the final say, though, in the Class 4A Homewood-Flossmoor Regional Year earlier in May, led the NAIA with a 0.67 earned-run average. semifinal game as the Chargers defeated the Bulldogs 4-1.
She ranked third nationally in per-game strikeouts (10.68) and 16th in wins (21). Overall, Nonnemacher posted a 21-6 record and held opposing hitters to a meager .153 average
over 189 1/3 innings. Sixteen of her 24 starts resulted in shutouts. Nonnemacher’s sister, senior Megan, wasn’t ignored by the NAIA, either, as she earned honorable mention on the All-America team. The elder Nonnemacher, who recently was named Member of the Year on the Capital One Academic All-America® College Division softball team, went 23-3 in the circle with 25 complete games, 12 shutouts, 164 strikeouts and a 1.34 ERA. “Megan is a two-time NAIA All-American and a two-time NAIA Scholar-Athlete,” Minuskin said. “Not too many student-athletes boast that on their résumé. “Megan’s talent, leadership and personality will be sorely missed. I am so grateful for what she has meant to this program and the legacy she leaves.” AWARDS Several other Cougars were cited for academics by being chosen as Daktronics Scholar Athletes for the spring season. To be eligible for the distinction, student-athletes must maintain a minimum grade-point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and have achieved junior academic status. Besides Megan Nonnemacher, the softball squad was represented by senior catcher/first baseman Ariel Hinton, junior outfielder Holly Hilden and junior catcher Alex Bahner. A total of 297 softball Submitted photo players from around the country St. Xavier University sophomore received the honor. “Academics have always come pitcher Nicole Nonnemacher was chosen as the NAIA Pitcher of first in our program and I am (Continued on page 2) the Year.
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Getting in the last word about words Where would we be without words? Some of us would be out of work, but all of us would be inconvenienced and negatively affected in some manner. Everything from term papers to grocery lists to ransom notes would be impossible to compile, and orators would be rendered silent. Imagine if, during this election season, we weren’t subjected to a single political ad. Yes, go ahead and take several moments to imagine … Sorry, that was a dream from which I was in no hurry to awaken. Words are the cornerstone of our existence, and there is no shortage of them — except inside the sports world. As any veteran reporter will tell you, trying to coax certain athletes or coaches into opening up and offering insightful comments can be a very frustrating experience. They’ll either supply one-word answers or quickly develop a crusty attitude and treat the questioner with the same disdain normally reserved for a freeloading relative. University of Oklahoma football coach Bob Stoops recently provided a vivid example of the above-mentioned characteristics at halftime of the Sooners’ game against Notre Dame, a contest the Irish eventually won 30-13. Oklahoma trailed 10-6 when Stoops was corralled by one of the sideline lovelies employed by every television station that broadcasts football. Using women in the role of sideline reporter makes perfect sense, since most men find it much more difficult to cavalierly blow them off. Whereas a coach
could run by a male reporter and ignore him completely without fear of social castigation, the same thing done to a female makes that coach look like a creep. Stoops, who had been shown disputing for several minutes a penalty that wiped out what would have been a game-tying touchdown, did stop for the female ESPN reporter prior to going to the locker room. But when she asked Stoops what he was saying to the officials — a completely legitimate query given the circumstances — he became visibly irritated and accused the reporter of asking a loaded question. Once that was done, Stoops shifted into clipped-response mode, offering little in the way of depth. In short, it was a classic case of what isn’t pleasant about conducting sports interviews. In one way, though, I actually have to give Stoops a little credit: His snippy answer to the reporter about his conversation with the officials at least contained a smidgen of passion and was rather unanticipated. Expect the expected — that’s what sportswriters learn in a hurry. Contacts with whom a solid working relationship has been developed may expound on certain subjects and give interesting quotes, but those are typically done off the record. And unless there is an innate desire on the part of the reporter to permanently sabotage that relationship, the words stay off the record. Now that we live in such a politically correct climate, offthe-cuff answers, even those of an innocuous nature, are being uttered with less and less frequency. No one wants his words
misinterpreted, so even the most cooperative interviewees tend to adopt an air of banality. So, regardless of the question, we hear a lot of things about athletes making plays and giving 110 percent, coaches making adjustments and just letting their players play, and all of them getting more focused. For this, our Founding Fathers fought to ensure freedom of speech? If you think I’m exaggerating, pay greater attention to the next halftime or postgame interview you watch. Chances are, the clichés will flow freely. And for the handful of sportsworld figures who seem willing to swim upstream, there’s always the gnawing feeling that their atypical comments are contrived. Shooting from the hip and truly not caring who gets caught in the verbal crossfire is pretty much a lost art these days, unless your name is Ozzie Guillen. And we all know what Ozzie’s no longer doing, don’t we? Of course, his biggest liability during his lone summer in Miami wasn’t his own loose lips, but an underperforming ballclub. Had the Marlins become a playoff team, as preseason forecasters expected, Ozzie’s rantings would have likely been filed under the “amusing” category. He assuredly made Miami management uncomfortable with some of his comments, but they made Ozzie feel plenty comfortable by giving him about $7 million to not coach their team next year and, thus, stay publicly silent. Now, that’s an offer even the most intrepid sports reporter couldn’t refuse. Words? Hey, who needs ’em?
Class 4A Marist Regional
RedHawks down — barely
Phoenix escape Marist upset bid to claim crown By Ken Karrson Had Marist beaten top-seeded Lincoln-Way North on Saturday, RedHawks coach Tom Fabrizio wouldn’t have considered the outcome an upset. And because his team played well enough to keep the championship of its own Class 4A regional squarely within its sights until the very end, Fabrizio wasn’t upset, either. Sure, he would have preferred to play on in the postseason, particularly since the Phoenix earned a sectional semifinal date with Stagg. Fabrizio considers the Chargers’ coaches some of his best friends in baseball and would have enjoyed matching wits with them at tournament time. He had nothing but praise, however, for his guys in the aftermath of a 4-3 final, which didn’t tilt in Lincoln-Way North’s direction until Nick Garcia belted a twoRBI double in the bottom of the seventh to expunge Marist’s onerun lead. “In a pitch, you’re done,” Fabrizio said. “They were one pitch better, really. It’s devastating to say the least. It’s ending on a sour note, but I’m not [ticked]. “I feel bad for the kids [because] it was a heartbreaking loss, but they battled and played like warriors. I couldn’t ask for anything more from our kids. They did what they were coached to do and I’m proud of them.” Fabrizio went on to call the contest the “best I’ve ever been a part of as a player or coach,” an admittedly odd admission coming from someone on the losing end of things. But Fabrizio said it “had all the elements [of a great game], including suspense.” The RedHawks (21-15) struck first when Rich Kairis’ sacrifice fly brought home Blake Bieniek, who had gotten to second on a two-base error. But the Phoenix responded in their half of the first inning with Mike Rissling’s twoRBI single. That hit was part of a 4-for-4 day for the Lincoln-Way North player. Nothing changed until the top of the sixth, which opened with a SIGN UP TO GET FREE AMBER ALERTS ON YOUR CELL PHONE. wirelessamberalerts.org
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walk to Kairis. A wild pitch moved him to second, Kairis stole third and then he raced home on an overthrow. Tommy Finwall poked an RBI single a bit later to give Marist a short-lived edge. The RedHawks threatened again in the seventh by loading the bases, but a failure to capitalize wound up being fatal to their quest for continued postseason survival. Pat Meehan, who pitched six strong innings of relief, and Grant Kenny both had two hits to pace Marist, which finished with six. At no point of the season were the RedHawks an offensive juggernaut, which made their 20-plus-win achievement somewhat surprising. They offset a meager .210 team batting average with the pitching staff’s cumulative 2.30 earned-run average. “We really pitched it and picked it up [on defense], and we were a dangerous team because of that,” Fabrizio said. “If this team could have hit a little better, we would have won 30 games. “I felt we were battle-tested and were playing our best baseball, which is kind of what we’ve done [the past few seasons]. We sucked every bit of effort out of our kids and we really started to hit our stride.” Saturday’s contest was Fabrizio’s last as Marist’s coach. He is leaving the school to accept a position at Andrew in the fall. Marist 8 Marian Catholic 2 To reach the regional final, the RedHawks had to get past an East Suburban Catholic Conference rival last Thursday. They did so by making the Spartans play from behind right away. A three-run first inning gave Marist a lead to protect, and it tacked on four more markers in the fourth to assume full control. Brett Callaghan’s two-RBI double fueled the initial surge and he added a sacrifice fly later in the game. Bieniek chipped in an RBI double, Eric Hanson had a hit and RBI, and Kenny (double) and Dylan Woodworth also hit safely. Kairis stopped Marian Catholic on six hits. The win was the RedHawks’ second over the Spartans in three tries. “I would have liked to have seen us play somebody else because, in the postseason, the fun is in playing other [unfamiliar] teams,” Fabrizio said. “It was going to be a toss-up, but we were comfortable with their lineup one through nine and the way we had them scouted. “We had played close games
A day ‘two’ forget
Ottawa Marquette ends Knights’ postseason By Ken Karrson
Bartosh (Reprinted from Nov. 11, 2012)
Class 2A Herscher Sectional
with Marian before, so I didn’t want to take any chances. We wanted to throw our best guy, and they got in a hole early and couldn’t dig out. We were clicking on all cylinders, which gave me confidence going into Saturday.” Lincoln-Way North 3 Shepard 2 The RedHawks weren’t the only club to give the Phoenix a scare. Lincoln-Way North also had its hands full with the Astros, who suffered a heartbreaking defeat of their own last Wednesday. Zach Hoekstra’s two-run single provided the Phoenix with their winning margin. Pitchers David Calderon and Joe Frederickson held Shepard (16-17) in check by scattering three hits between them and combining for 10 strikeouts. Bobby Peterka’s groundout knocked in one of the Astros’ runs. Shepard 10 Bloom Twp. 0 Peterka was far more dominating last Monday, as were several teammates as the Astros posted a slaughter-rule win over the Blazing Trojans in a play-in contest. Peterka smacked two doubles, scored twice and collected three RBI to spearhead a robust Shepard attack. Also figuring prominently were Mark Albrecht (two-run triple), Kevin Carmody (double, RBI, three runs), Kevin Knoerzer (double, two runs) and Eric Horbach (RBI single). The Astros put up three spots in the first, third and fourth innings, then finished off Bloom Township with a solo marker in the fifth. Earning the pitching victory was Adam Gregory, who tossed a four-hitter and struck out six. Gregory did issue four walks, but he managed to strand seven Blazing Trojans baserunners.
Statistics Marist 100 002 0 — 3 Lincoln-Way North 200 000 2 — 4 Marist RBI: Finwall, Kairis. LP: Meehan. Marian Catholic 000 000 2 — 2 Marist 300 410 x — 8 Marist 2B: Bieniek, Callaghan, Kenny. RBI: Callaghan 3, Bieniek, Hanson. WP: Kairis. Bloom Twp. 000 00 — 0 Shepard 303 31 — 10 Shepard 2B: Peterka 2, Carmody, Knoerzer. 3B: Albrecht. RBI: Peterka 3, Albrecht 2, Carmody, Horbach. WP: Gregory (3-5). Final Lincoln-Way North 3 Shepard 2 Shepard RBI: Peterka. LP: Smith (5-4).
According to a popular song of yesterday, one is the loneliest number. After last Wednesday’s sectional semifinal game, members of Chicago Christian’s baseball program would probably disagree. For them, the answer is two. By limiting their run production to that amount against Ottawa Marquette in a Class 2A Herscher Sectional matchup, the Knights separated themselves from further postseason play and were left alone to ponder what could have been. The Crusaders edged Christian 3-2, which marked the third time in four years the latter exited the state tournament by being on the short end of that exact score. Making the loss sting a little more was that Ottawa Marquette, a 30game winner entering the contest, didn’t finalize the verdict until its second-to-last at-bat. That’s when the Crusaders bunched four of their nine hits off Knights ace Christian Bolhuis together to erase a 2-1 deficit. “We were up 2-1 for about 90 percent of the game,” Chicago Christian coach Eric Brauer said. “When we scored two in the first inning, I thought maybe it was going to be enough.” With eight-game winner Bolhuis on the hill, that opinion certainly seemed reasonable. The junior gave one of those runs back in the bottom of the first after allowing a triple, but he settled into a groove
after that. Unfortunately for the Knights (25-12-1), so did Ottawa Marquette’s hurler. After throwing 34 pitches in the opening stanza, he retired 14 straight Chicago Christian batters, a streak not broken until Josh Novak singled in the sixth. “Their pitcher was good, but by no means was he the best we’ve seen,” Brauer said. “We knew they were a good team, but he was pretty erratic in the first inning.” Trevor Wolterink’s single, which followed a couple of walks, staked the Knights to their early advantage. Bolhuis made sure the slim lead held up for quite a while by stranding two Crusaders runners in scoring position in the third inning, doing so by sandwiching a strikeout between a pair of flyouts. Christian put two runners aboard in the sixth but had nothing to show for it, and its final plate appearance resulted in more of the same. A game-ending flyout left a couple other Knights on base. “I’d be lying if I said we weren’t frustrated being done playing,” Brauer said. “We feel good about the whole season, but it’s frustrating losing low-scoring [playoff] games the last four years. If we could score five runs, we’d be in good shape because I don’t think we’re going to give up that many.” Recent history proves Brauer correct — while Christian has totaled a mere 10 runs in its final
games over the past five seasons, it has surrendered only 14. Bolhuis gave up as many as three runs for just the third time this spring. When asked if the Knights’ 22-0 sprints past two overmatched regional opponents might have left them a bit susceptible, Brauer said no. Besides, he added, there was nothing that could have been done differently regarding the earlier matchups. “You can’t control who you’re going to play,” Brauer said. “You can only control how you play.” For the most part, Christian did that very well in 2014, especially given the youthful makeup of its roster. Six newcomers were among the team’s full-time positional starters and three of its top five pitchers had never seen previous varsity action. “We started the season young and it was definitely a rebuilding year,” Brauer said. “For the 35game grind, we probably overachieved most of the year, but it doesn’t lower expectations when you’ve got Christian [Bolhuis] going for you [in the playoffs]. “The overall body of work was good and we have 78 percent of our [pitching] innings coming back. The main offseason goal is to find a way to [consistently] score more runs.”
Statistics Chicago Christian 200 000 0 — 2 Ottawa Marquette 100 002 x — 3 Chicago Christian RBI: Wolterink 2. LP: Bolhuis (8-3).
Class 4A Lincoln-Way Central Regional
Back where they belong
Eagles end two-year championship drought By Ken Karrson Two years without any sort of postseason title doesn’t constitute a drought — at most schools anyway. For some others, championships are an expected occurrence every spring. When they aren’t collected annually, players, coaches and even fans are left with an empty feeling. So it was with Sandburg. While the Eagles certainly hadn’t tumbled into the abyss — 69 victories since the start of the 2012 campaign provided proof of that — something was still missing. Now, it’s not. Behind the combined pitching efforts of Bryan Pall and Matthias Dietz, Sandburg defeated host Lincoln-Way Central 5-1 on Saturday to claim its first Class 4A regional crown since 2011 and the first under coach Jim Morsovillo. Morsovillo and assistant coach Chuck Peters are both ex-Eagles who contributed to Sandburg’s lengthy run of playoff success under former boss Doug Sutor. After the Knights were vanquished, both men were as elated as their athletes to advance to the sectional round. “We finally got it done,” Peters said. “We got the hump off our back and it was really nice to do that. It helps having some good arms to go throw [at opponents].” The Eagles, who meet Providence Catholic today in an Andrew Sectional semifinal, broke a 1-all
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(Continued from page 1) so incredibly proud of these four young women for believing in that philosophy,” Minuskin said. “They are true student-athletes and have worked extremely hard to find success in both areas.” Senior baseball player Tom Keating was also chosen as a Daktronics Scholar Athlete. The St. Laurence grad, one of 257 NAIA ballplayers nationwide to be selected, boasted a 3.65 GPA while majoring in accounting. On the field, Keating started 49 games at first base and batted .299 with 37 RBI and a team-high 15 doubles. Defensively, he registered a .983 fielding percentage by committing just seven errors in over 400 total chances. “This type of award means a great deal to me as both an educator and coach because it highlights the academic efforts of a student-athlete,” said former Cougars coach Mike Dooley, who retired from his position at the end of the 2014 season. “Thomas had a great career with us for three years and I have no doubt that he will have a very successful future.” A total of six track athletes — four women and two men — were among the 570 chosen nationally as Daktronics Scholar Athletes. Named from the women’s team were fifth-year senior Ashley Shares, seniors Leslie Rosario and
tie with Lincoln-Way Central by scoring twice in the fourth. Alec Martinez and Julian Gutierrez (doubled) supplied the RBI. Martinez finished with two hits and a pair of RBI and Peter Paxinos also hit safely twice. But a bigger story was the pitching. Pall fanned six even though, by Peters’ estimation, he “didn’t have his sharpest day. He was still great, but they had some decent swings off him.” Enter Dietz, who fell behind the first batter 3-0 before roaring back to strike out all but one of the 10 guys he faced. “He was, needless to say, on his game,” Peters said. “When he went 3-0, their dugout started to chirp. It was a great atmosphere, but Matthias is one of those kids who feeds off that. [He basically said], ‘Tell me I can’t do something.’ “He threw three fastballs after that and he was probably at 90 or 91 [miles per hour] in that game.” In reality, the Knights were likely following Sandburg’s lead. According to Peters, the Eagles “got under their pitcher’s skin a little bit [because] we were pretty loud in the dugout” in the first inning. Sandburg did tally once then, but it wasted a bases-loaded situation in the second and Peters was hoping that failure didn’t eventually come back to haunt the Eagles. “When you’re playing a team you think you’re better than, the longer the game stays close the more they
start thinking they can win,” he said. “You’ve got to have a little bit of luck in baseball and we can’t squander [scoring] opportunities.” While winning was obviously on everyone else’s mind as well, Peters said no member of Sandburg’s coaching staff wanted to place too much emphasis on the recent postseason shortcomings of their own club. “You can’t let players feel that,” Peters said. “The last thing you want to do is put more pressure on them. “The practices we had going into that game were really efficient and I knew on the bus we were ready to play. You can tell if they’re loose and ready to go, and they were blasting music.” One of the practice activities was “27 outs,” where players have to make that many consecutive clean defensive plays. One error brings the count back to zero. “That’s something I did in college, and a lot of colleges do it,” Peters said. “You’re never going to be able to replicate game-time anxiety, but you have to do the best you can.” Sandburg 7 Crete-Monee 1 The Eagles opened regional play with a win over the Warriors last Wednesday, although Peters insisted it was “a very tough matchup we had in the first round. Their pitcher was pretty good, but I don’t think he was ready for that big stage.” (Continued on page 3)
Dana Martin and junior Amanda Magee. Shares graduated summa cum laude and was chosen as SXU’s 2013-14 Sociology Student of the Year. She carried a 3.95 GPA and plans to attend graduate school at Georgia State University, where she will work toward a master’s degree in historic preservation. Martin graduated summa cum laude with a degree in political science and will attend Northwestern University School of Law. She was selected as SXU’s Political Science Student of the Year. Rosario, who held a 3.64 GPA, graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in mass communications. Magee, a nursing major with a 3.60 GPA, was also awarded a Schmitt Scholar scholarship. “All of these young ladies are so special and contribute so much not only to our track program, but the university as a whole,” Cougars coach Lisa Ebel said. “They are involved in so many organizations and activities around campus in addition to their duties as students and athletes. Their time-management skills are second to none and I’m so proud of everything that this group has accomplished at this university.” Senior Shane Kenney and junior Matt Krakowski were the SXU male track athletes honored. Kenney owned a 3.64 GPA in mass communications, while Krakowski sported a 3.78 GPA in communications.
The two were also effective on the track. Kenney qualified for the NAIA national meet in the 1,000-meter run and was a member of the Cougars’ 1,600-relay quartet that placed third in the CCAC meet. Krakowski was fourth in the 400-dash and sixth in the 200 at the conference meet. “This is a great honor for Shane and Matt and they deserve it after working so hard to balance the workload of being an athlete and a college student,” SXU coach Ed McAllister said. “They are wonderful examples of what a student-athlete should strive to be and I think they are great ambassadors for St. Xavier University.” Rounding out the list of Daktronics Scholar Athletes was Brendan Ryan, one of 144 male golfers given the distinction. The accounting major had a 3.66 cumulative GPA. On the course, Ryan helped the Cougars win the CCAC meet and qualify for the national tournament in the program’s second year of existence. SXU was 24th at the NAIA event. “I’m so proud of Brendan for earning this special honor,” Cougars coach Mike Mandakas said. “It is not easy to balance the workload of being a college athlete and a successful student, but Brendan definitely makes it look that way. He was a huge part of our success as a team this season and it is great to see him recognized for his hard work in the classroom as well.”
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Class 4A St. Laurence Regional
Public (League) nuisance Vikings rout city teams to collect another title By Ken Karrson St. Laurence made itself a Public League nuisance last week. And by doing so, the Vikings made themselves a regional champion. Neither Simeon nor Juarez was able to slow rampaging St. Laurence, which left little to chance in two Class 4A regional games. The host Vikings sent both city foes back home in battered fashion, the result of lopsided outcomes. Juarez was victimized first, 10-0 last Wednesday, although the Eagles had to share some of the blame for their downfall. Ten errors did nothing to help Juarez, which was limited to three hits and struck out a total of 11 times versus St. Laurence pitchers Frank Greco and Alex Hitney. Simeon, one of the Chicago Public League’s better baseball-playing schools through the years, figured to give the Vikings more of a test on Saturday, but Mike Kornacker kept that from happening by fanning 12 and silencing the Wolverines on four hits. With no offensive weaponry of which to speak, Simeon was a sitting duck for the Vikings, who bagged a 9-0 triumph in Burbank and along with it a seventh regional title for ninth-year coach Pete Lotus. St. Laurence (32-5), which is in the midst of its winningest season ever under Lotus, met up with Mt. Carmel this past Wednesday in a Reavis Sectional semifinal. The Vikings beat the defending state champs twice during the regular campaign, but Lotus said those earlier results can be ignored. “It’s going to be tough as always,” he said of the sectional, which also includes St. Rita and Lyons Township. “For three years in a row, that’s the exact same lineup and it’s challenging.” Even though securing its latest regional crown wasn’t all that demanding, Lotus was glad to see his guys react positively to it afterward. “Our kids celebrated a little bit, which was good,” he said. “I know our kids want more and expect more, but the school doesn’t have a lot of these. This isn’t all that common, so they should be happy. “Guys don’t [usually] realize what they accomplished until
down the line. Anything can happen [in the playoffs]. Just think about all the things that had to go right to put ourselves in a good position to get a good seed.” Plenty went right for St. Laurence on Saturday, too, starting with a three-run first inning that featured clutch hits from Kornacker (two RBI) and Roger Wilson (one). Kornacker and Kevin White both lofted sacrifice flies as part of another rally in the fourth, and Simeon exacerbated the later situation by committing a throwing error on a sacrifice bunt that led to two more tallies. “Little things we did very well,” Lotus said. “We did a good job of putting ourselves in a position to score.” That included swiping nine bases, many of which were ingredients in the Vikings’ run production. One of those steals, plus two more Wolverines miscues, a wild pitch and Brad Wood’s single were combined in the fifth to complete St. Laurence’s assault. St. Laurence 10 Juarez 0 The Vikings spaced out their scoring on Wednesday, striking for runs in five of their six at-bats. With the slew of Eagles miscues factored in, St. Laurence didn’t need much to put Juarez in a predicament, so 10 hits were more than enough to inflict severe damage. Wilson (two doubles), Rob Gutierrez (two hits, including an RBI double), Wood (two hits, one RBI) and Kornacker (two-run single) were the main men in the Vikings’ lineup. On the mound, Greco improved his record to 7-0. “He’s done a great job,” Lotus said of his junior hurler. “He throws three pitches for strikes, which is a big deal in high school. “He’s kind of rolled with whatever we’ve given him and taken it to the next level. He had a couple huge wins for us out of the bullpen [before this].” While the Eagles presented little resistance, Lotus was pleased to see his athletes take them seriously. “You definitely want your guys to be focused because it is a playoff game,” he said. “We told them we can’t take anything for granted, that we’ve got to play our best baseball. We played pretty well
the last couple games and that’s always a good thing.” St. Laurence 13 Marian Catholic 6 As preparation for the tournament, the Vikings closed out their regular schedule last Monday against the Spartans, who are just two years removed from a Class 3A state championship. Marian Catholic generated far more offense than Juarez was to do two days later, and a chunk of it came off Wood, whose summons to the hill before the playoffs might have caught some people off-guard. The decision, however, wasn’t made haphazardly. “There was a lot of thinking that went back a while,” Lotus said. “We knew we weren’t going to need him on Wednesday, but we didn’t want him to go two full weeks without throwing. “We discussed it with Brad and asked him what he wanted to do. Brad has thrown consistently for us for three years and he knows exactly what it takes to get his body ready.” Wood raised his ledger to 7-1 by allowing just one earned run and fanning six over five innings. He also contributed a double to St. Laurence’s attack. Wilson (two hits, two RBI), Sean Burnette (homer, double, two RBI), White (RBI double), Mike Finger (hit, RBI), Greco (hit, RBI) and John Riordan (hit, RBI) were other pivotal performers at the plate. The Vikings snapped a 5-all tie by scoring five times in the sixth.
Statistics Simeon 000 000 0 — 0 St. Laurence 300 420 x — 9 St. Laurence 2B: Chimera. RBI: Kornacker 3, White, Wilson, Wood. WP: Kornacker (8-2). Juarez 000 000 — 0 St. Laurence 102 421 — 10 St. Laurence 2B: Wilson 2, Gutierrez. RBI: Kornacker 2, Gutierrez, Marik, Wood. WP: Greco (7-0). St. Laurence 002 035 3 — 13 Marian Catholic 140 000 1 — 6 St. Laurence 2B: Burnette, White, Wood. HR: Burnette. RBI: Burnette 2, Wilson 2, Finger, Greco, Riordan, White. WP: Wood (7-1).
Class 4A Lockport Regional
Everything’s coming up Rosa Celtics player keys title-game win over Crusaders By Ken Karrson What he couldn’t do with his arm, Dylan Rosa did to Brother Rice with his bat on Saturday. Providence Catholic’s starting pitcher didn’t earn a win himself in the Class 4A Lockport Regional final, but he made sure the Celtics pocketed one as a team. Rosa’s two-out homer in the ninth inning broke a 4-all tie and gave Providence the edge it needed to grab a 5-4 triumph. Reliever Brent Villasenor gained the mound victory, while the Celtics’ No. 1 hurler, Jake Godfrey, registered a save by whiffing two batters in the bottom of the ninth. “It was a heartbreaker, but that’s part of the game,” Crusaders coach John McCarthy said. “There’s no easy way to go down [this time of year]. “It was a great game, one for the ages. I tip my hat to Providence. The better team [on that day] won.” The homer wasn’t the only dagger Rosa stuck in Rice (2611). He also stroked a two-RBI double in the fourth, part of a three-run Celtics uprising that staked them to a 4-1 lead. Zach Pych had an RBI single in the same inning, while Tom Jeffries
Eagles (Continued from page 2) Four runs in the first inning had Sandburg sitting pretty, and it added a deuce in the fourth and one more tally in the fifth to complete its scoring. Crete-Monee didn’t expunge its shutout until the seventh, which was also when it finally recorded its initial hit off Eagles starter Sean Leland, who racked up 13 strikeouts. “That’s probably the best game he’s pitched,” Peters said. Jim Roche had three hits to pace Sandburg’s offense, while Paxinos (two), Martinez and Chris Stearns were the RBI men.
Statistics Crete-Monee 000 000 1 — 1 Sandburg 400 210 x — 7 Sandburg RBI: Paxinos 2, Martinez, Stearns. WP: Leland. Lincoln-Way Central 001 000 0 — 1 Sandburg 100 202 x — 5 Sandburg 2B: Genoa, Gutierrez. RBI: Martinez 2, Gutierrez. WP: Pall.
got Providence’s scoring started with his two-out double in the second. The Crusaders’ only responses through the first six innings were solo tallies in the second and sixth. Eric Lieser crossed the plate on a passed ball after singling in the second and Mike Schalasky singled home Kevin Biondic (double) for the later marker. But in the seventh, Rice positioned itself for a comeback. Hits by Mike Massey (RBI double), Andrew Dyke and Kyle Hilliard (infield) were all part of the rally, as were Lieser’s RBI groundout and a Celtics error. When Dyke was stationed at second, he represented the winning run, but there he remained. Villasenor fanned two consecutive hitters to spare Providence and eventually set the table for Rosa’s final heroics. Ian McGinnis was the losing pitcher in relief of Brian Musielak, despite surrendering just two hits over four innings and striking out three. “You feel like your heart got ripped out, but what a great game, from top to bottom,” McCarthy said. “It had everything — dramatics, tension, pressure, emotion — and our kids fought hard. “It’s tough when you have to say goodbye, but at least we can leave with our heads held high. We didn’t give anything away. They beat us.” Even without a regional champi-
Sports wrap (Continued from page 1) completed in 4:10.34. BOYS’ TENNIS All area players who qualified for last week’s state meet were eliminated on the first day of competition at various north suburban sites. The only wins in 14 matches were posted by Stagg junior Brendan Wolan and Sandburg sophomore Jonluke Passett, both of whom went 1-2. Each player triumphed in his first-round consolation match. Stagg’s doubles team of Muzamil Ali-Khan-Warren Wudtke and Sandburg’s tandem of Jimmy Gradowski-Trent Sichelski both dropped two consecutive matches — one in the consolation round — and Chicago Christian’s pair of Charlie Blim-Josh Mollema did likewise.
onship in their grasp, the Crusaders continued their improvement under McCarthy. They stayed in the hunt for a Chicago Catholic League Blue title the entire way and their win total eclipsed last season’s by five. “This [loss] was very tough to swallow, but adversity is part of life and we’re definitely going in the right direction,” McCarthy said. “It has a lot to do with our coaching staff, but it’s mostly the kids. You couldn’t ask for a better group of seniors. “They could have left when I got here [in 2012], but instead they left an imprint on the program that will last forever. You grow to love the kids around you and we’re going to miss them. We’re proud of who they are and what they’re all about, and these kids are going to be successful long term.” As for his returnees, McCarthy is anxious to prepare them for 2015, beginning with the upcoming summer season. “It was a fun year, but hopefully they take this [defeat] and learn from it to become better,” he said. Brother Rice 5 Andrew 2 Prior to tangling with their Catholic Blue rival, the Crusaders beat the host Thunderbolts last Wednesday. Mike Enriquez notched his eighth victory in 10 decisions by holding Andrew without an earned run, giving up only two hits and whiffing five. Two seventh-inning walks and a pair of Rice errors led to the T’bolts’ only scoring. By that time, they were well in arrears, courtesy of both the Crusaders’ sticks and Andrew’s own mishaps. Schalasky (single), Hilliard (single), Kevin Sullivan (double) and Massey (sacrifice fly) each delivered an RBI, but Rice also benefited from a T’bolts throwing error, two wild pitches and a couple of free passes.
Statistics Providence Catholic 010 300 001 -- 5 Brother Rice 010 001 200 -- 4 Brother Rice 2B: K. Biondic, Massey. RBI: Lieser, Massey, Schalasky. LP: McGinnis (5-3). Andrew 000 000 2 -- 2 Brother Rice 021 002 x -- 5 Brother Rice 2B: Sullivan. RBI: Hilliard, Massey, Schalasky, Sullivan. WP: Enriquez (8-2).
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Marist left fielder Amanda McIlhany tries to track down a fly ball during the Lady RedHawks' 10-0 triumph over Washington last Wednesday in their own Class 4A regional.
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Four local teams still alive in playoffs By Anthony Nasella and and the defense really backed her Frank Gogola up the rest of the game. “I was a little worried at first When Oak Lawn loaded the about Holly [with this] being her bases in the first inning of Sat- first game back in almost two urday’s Class 4A Mother McAuley weeks. But she and everybody Regional championship game, the else did their job.” casual onlooker might have con- That included on offense. cluded something unsettling was “Oak Lawn’s pitcher was throwbrewing for the host Mighty Macs. ing much harder than we planned But a closer examination would for, so it took a few innings to get have revealed that McAuley our timing going at the plate,” starting pitcher, freshman Holly Kilduff said. “Once we got it, we Marousek, was in the circle for started putting the ball in play and the first time in almost two weeks forcing them to make the plays. after recovering from a chest in- “We’ve learned from years past fection. And she was throwing that everybody plays their best to Emily Rux, who was filling in ball in the playoffs. Occasionally, for an injured Alex Brown behind it’s come back to bite us when we the plate. underestimate a team. We came Marousek pitched out of that in shaky, but we didn’t take Oak jam and shut down the Lady Spar- Lawn lightly and the girls [eventans the rest of the way, giving tually] executed.” up just five hits while striking Kilduff was also happy about out 11 batters. Meanwhile, the Rux’s effort as the substitute for Macs’ own bats came alive just Brown, who suffered a concussion enough for them to capture a 3-0 last Wednesday. victory in the title clash. “I’m very pleased with Emily’s Jennifer Crowley got McAu- performance Saturday,” Kilduff ley (23-4) on the board with an said. “Alex will be re-evaluated RBI in the third inning and Rux this week and hopefully will be added insurance runs in the fifth ready [for the Reavis Sectional by clubbing a two-RBI double. semifinal against Sandburg].” That was plenty of support for Reily McTeague went 2-for-3 to Marousek, who was also aided by lead the Lady Spartans (16-18). solid defense. “We started out the game a little OAK LAWN rocky, but we got out of it and The Lady Spartans reached scored a big win,” Macs coach the regional championship game Colleen Kilduff said. “Holly really by beating Morton 5-3 earlier in settled down after the first inning the week. by pitching with some good control Ashley Labuda’s two-run double
in the bottom of the sixth erased a 3-2 deficit as it followed a walk and Hayden Landingham’s single. Kaleigh Hayes added an RBI single after Labuda’s hit. Labuda then made a great defensive play by spearing a liner for the game’s final out, which stranded two Morton baserunners. And she wasn’t the only Oak Lawn player to shine on defense. Second baseman Kacie Heeter flagged down Susan Ghuneim’s hard grounder in the sixth and retired the side, forcing Morton to leave two other runners on base. When Jamie Alberts reached on an error, McTeague singled and Marisa Loya drove a double to the fence, Oak Lawn grabbed a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first. The Lady Spartans had other opportunities between the second and fifth frames but either ran themselves out of scoring chances or stranded baserunners against pitcher Alyssa LaCour. MARIST A 4-0 lead over Lyons Township on Saturday disappeared by the sixth inning, which is when Lady Lions sophomore Riley Frisbie clubbed a two-run homer. Her blast came on the heels of a threerun eruption by the visitors one inning earlier. Marist, however, refused to roll over in its own Class 4A regional final. One out away from playoff (Continued on page 5)
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After fielding a grounder last Wednesday, Marist pitcher Zariya Gonzalez turns to throw out the Washington batter heading toward first in the Class 4A Marist Regional semifinal contest.
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Thursday, June 5, 2014 The Regional News - The Reporter
Community sports news Mt. Assisi athletes honored
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A pop fly near the fence is just beyond the reach of Richards’ Noel Castro last Wednesday during the Bulldogs’ Class 4A regional semifinal game against Stagg.
Chargers (Continued from page 1) the fifth to pull Stagg into a tie. Two innings later, Nick Nowak decided things in the Chargers’ favor by stroking an RBI single, which followed hits by CJ Casey and Jake Wimmer. “It was the first time we’d been behind early in a while,” O’Neill said, speaking of the Griffins’ 2-0 lead that was built by the third inning. Mitch Matuszewski drove in both of the markers, one of them on a solo homer. “I was interested to see how we’d respond,” O’Neill said. “This group of seniors doesn’t allow us to have any kind of a letdown. When you match us up talent-wise, we probably don’t match up with a lot of the teams we’ve been beating, but we want to compete as badly as — if not more than — them.” Stagg 4 Richards 1 Bulldogs pitcher AJ Sanchez hadn’t lost a game prior to Wednesday’s encounter with the Chargers, and even then the senior was sharp. He only allowed three hits, two of them to Brett Stratinsky. Unfortunately for Richards (259), both of those balls left the yard. The second homer was a three-run blast in the sixth that gave Stagg greater breathing room and enabled it to withstand some minor Bulldogs rumbling in the bottom of that frame. “We needed both of them,” O’Neill said of Stratinsky’s round-trippers. “Early in the season, I think he was pressing a little bit. It was just a matter of him mentally getting some confidence back.” Richards’ only counter to Stratinsky’s exploits was Shawn Chiaramonte’s RBI double. The Bulldogs squandered a promising opportunity in the fifth, when they had three baserunners but came away empty. A pickoff helped blow up the inning. Two groundouts then followed Dan Estrella’s double. “We were hitting but right at them and they made the plays,” Wujcik said of the Chargers. “Their defense played very well. The big thing was we didn’t get the big hit, which is something we did all year. “I thought we were confident going in. I was not sure we were playing real good baseball — the last two weeks of the season we
Four Mt. Assisi soccer players who earned All-Girls Catholic Athletic Conference honors for their sport were also recognized for their scholastic exploits. Monica Tadros (Orland Park), Bridget Melody, Kathy Sojka and Madilyn Peters were among 27 Screeching Eagles student-athletes named to the Underclass GCAC All-Academic team. To be eligible, individuals must maintain a 3.0 grade-point average while their sport is in season. Feted along with the above-mentioned quartet were Abby Maloy, Molly Murphy, Maddie Cahue, Taylor Coughlin, Samantha Pakula, Katie O'Leary (Oak Lawn), Alexandra Cipriani, Amber Andersen, Kelly Tomaskovic (Oak Lawn), Molly Williams (Orland Park), Tori White, Catherine Spencer, Sarah Spencer, Emma Gontarek, Miranda Donnelly, Addie McGuire, Shyann Koenig, Nicole Pratl (Chicago Ridge), Jorie Pudil, Jessica Moriarty, Kylie McGivney, Juliana Layman and Kylie Maloy. Other tabbed for the All-GCAC soccer team were Danielle Mascorro and Mary Kate Wetzel (Palos Heights), the latter of whom was selected as the White Division Player of the Year.
Palos Storm take first in softball tournament The Palos Storm U14 softball team won the 15th annual Heritage Classic state tournament
last weekend in Joliet. By doing so, it nailed down an automatic berth in the USSSA World Series. Storm players include Cassidy McCarthy, Maddie Gray, Karra Flannigan, Emma Lizzio, Sydney Downs, Maddie Glennon, Bethany Regnerus, Maddie Brennan, Ally Corcoran and Abby Rosynek. Bridget Brennan and Debbie Fleming are the team’s coaches.
Palos Thunder win Memorial Day event
The Palos Thunder 13U baseball squad captured the championship of a Memorial Day tournament at PBO. The Thunder defeated New Lenox 3-1 to claim the top prize in the Chicagoland Sunday Baseball League’s annual holiday event. Comprising the Thunder roster were Tyler Berg, Nicholas Karas, Michael Kauffmann, Christopher Majdecki, Edward Nelson, Joseph O’Gorman, Luke Pitcher, Brendan Quinn, Daniel Russo, Marcus Bodnar and Danny Hoge. Nick Karas, Pat O’Gorman, John Berg and Steve Pitcher were the team’s coaches.
Palos Power softball planning event-filled day Palos Power softball will host a number of activities on Saturday. Besides the ballgames themselves, various contests and raffles will be held. Over $1,200 worth of prizes will be given away in the raffles. A coaches’ game will follow the last regularly
scheduled softball game. In addition, money for childhood cancer research will be raised through lemonade-stand sales. Volunteers are needed to oversee some of the activities. For more information, contact Sherri Sera at ssera@palospowersoftball. com.
Baseball skills evaluations to take place at Oak Lawn H.S. Oak Lawn High School will host a baseball-skills evaluation on Wednesday, June 25, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The event will be presented by U.S. Baseball Academy and My Pro Day. The session is open to players aged 6-18, regardless of ability level. For more information, visit www.MyProDay.com
Summer sports camps to be held at Richards
Summer camps in several sports will be presented by Richards’ varsity coaches during the month of June. Football, softball, and boys’ and girls’ volleyball camps will all be held June 16-19. A baseball skills camp and girls’ basketball camp both run June 23-26, and a second baseball camp will be presented in a pair of two-day blocks: June 30 and July 1, and July 7 and 8. Registration fees and participants’ ages vary. For more details (Continued on page 5)
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Stagg's Max Strus, the boys' Player of the Year in basketball this past winter, proved clutch for the Chargers on the diamond, too, as he pitched them to a 4-1 victory upset of Richards in last Wednesday's Class 4A Homewood-Flossmoor Regional semifinal. were 4-4 — but there was no indication that guys were pressing or that we didn’t believe we couldn’t win the game.” Wujcik admitted the loss went down particularly hard after Richards had captured its fourth South Suburban Conference Red title in five years and equaled the thirdmost wins for a single season in program history. “Losing like we did sure makes 25-9 not feel very good,” he said. “I’ll feel more proud about it when we step away from it a little bit. “I felt our regional was winnable and we expected to go a little bit farther, but we did a lot of really good things. And we did this without a certifiable stud on the roster. We had a group of overachieving high school players who, through hard work, gave themselves a chance to play at the next level.” While no Bulldogs senior is heading for an NCAA Division I career, a dozen of them are expected to play college baseball next spring. “Ultimately, that’s the goal,” Wujcik said. “If you really love the game, find a way to extend your career.” Stagg 13 Eisenhower 0 The Cardinals played the Char-
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Statistics Stagg 000 020 1 — 3 Lincoln-Way East 011 000 0 — 2 Stagg HR: Strus. RBI: Strus 2, Nowak. WP: Strus. Stagg 000 103 0 — 4 Richards 000 001 0 — 1 Stagg HR: Stratinsky 2. RBI: Stratinsky 4. WP: Strus. Richards 2B: Chiaramonte, Estrella. RBI: Chiaramonte. LP: Sanchez (5-1).
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Class 4A Mt. Carmel Regional
A Saturday silencer Host Caravan blow past Spartans By Ken Karrson Unlike a year ago, Oak Lawn’s postseason extended into the weekend. Mt. Carmel, however, put an emphasis on the second part of that last word when the Spartans came calling Saturday. Oak Lawn fell behind 6-0 at the outset and never recovered, eventually absorbing a 13-0 slaughter-rule defeat in the Caravan-hosted Class 4A regional final. The Spartans had reached that contest by virtue of a 6-4 win over Whitney Young in a Thursday semifinal. “It says a lot about the quality of [this sectional] — there’s no easy game,” Oak Lawn coach Bill Gerny said. “Everybody has quality ballplayers.” That included the Dolphins, although they gambled by holding out their top pitcher on Thursday. The Spartans eventually saw a hurler who handcuffed them but not until the fourth inning, by which time they had constructed a 6-2 lead. “I don’t want to say Whitney Young was overlooking us, but I think they made the same mistake I made last year,” Gerny said, referring to his saving 2013 ace Bob Kametas for a second-round regional game that never happened for Oak Lawn. Mt. Carmel didn’t follow suit. It sent Marko Boricich to the mound, and the senior who guided the Caravan to a Class 8A football title last fall as their quarterback yielded only two hits while fanning five over five innings. Joe Dodaro and Brandon Quillin accounted for the Spartans’ lone safeties. Oak Lawn (13-23-1) was fighting an uphill battle right from the beginning, thanks to Mt. Carmel’s six-run explosion in the opening frame, a rally fueled by two Spartans errors and a couple of seeing-eye hits. One of the latter was
a bunt that Oak Lawn failed to let roll foul before picking it up. “When you look at 6-0 in the first inning, it’s deflating,” Gerny said. “It’s overwhelming to think you’ve got to come back. It’s [probably] not going to happen. “Obviously, we wanted to do better, but that was a good team we ran into. We had seen that Brother Rice beat them 10-0 and we thought this wasn’t the same Mt. Carmel team [as in recent years]. We were wrong.” While the Caravan’s early barrage undoubtedly was the biggest component working against the Spartans, not to be ignored was Mt. Carmel players’ pregame demeanor. “The intensity when we got there [was impressive],” Gerny said. “Their team was loud, their fans were loud — [during the game] I couldn’t even give directions from the third-base coach’s box because they couldn’t hear me. “I won’t say our guys were intimidated, but I think they were shell-shocked.” That being said, Gerny felt his younger players benefited from competing in such a noisy environment. “It couldn’t have gone any worse, but we want to be back there,” he said. “At the end of the game, we only had two seniors out there and the experience of playing in that atmosphere can only help. Maybe it won’t be so bad for us next time.” And Gerny is confident there will be a next time for Oak Lawn, sooner rather than later. Pitchers Matt Dunne and Mitch Swatek represent the Spartans’ most significant graduation-induced losses heading into 2015. “They aren’t going to be easy to replace, but I think Oak Lawn is definitely on the rise,” Gerny said. “Our future is bright for the next two years.”
Oak Lawn 6 Whitney Young 4 Another Swatek, sophomore Justin, delivered a key two-RBI single as part of the Spartans’ four-run uprising in the fourth that gave Dunne a rare lead with which to work on Thursday. Dunne’s ERA was well under 2.0 for the season, even after giving up two earned runs on this occasion. His sub-.500 ledger was a by-product of the continued failure of Oak Lawn’s offense to provide much support, and that did nothing to reduce Gerny’s faith in his No. 1 hurler. “You put him on the mound and you feel confident,” the coach said. Dunne threw 115 pitches versus the Dolphins, which made him unavailable for use on Saturday had a situation warranted his presence. Still, Gerny said that “if he would have been at 75 percent [physically], I would have rolled the dice with him.” “The strike zone gets smaller in the playoffs and he had to make perfect pitches [on Thursday], and he did,” Gerny said. “We didn’t beat a pushover team. That was the best team we faced all year [to that point]. “You could look at our record and say we weren’t a good team, but no other team from our [side of the South Suburban] conference made it to a regional final in 4A.” Dodaro, Mitch Swatek and John Roberts also had RBI for the Spartans in their win.
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Oak Lawn 200 400 0 — 6 Whitney Young 002 200 0 — 4 Oak Lawn 2B: Dodaro, J. Swatek, M. Swatek. RBI: J. Swatek 2, Dodaro, Roberts, M. Swatek. WP: Dunne (4-6).
Class 3A Morgan Park Regional
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Mustangs fall short vs. Morgan Park By Ken Karrson There was no doubt the Mustangs were going to win Saturday’s Class 3A Morgan Park Regional final. It was simply a matter of determining which group of them would do so. That wound up being the hosts. Behind Christian Lipscomb’s four-hit, seven-strikeout showing on the hill and Jamal Martin’s clutch two-run single in the fifth, Morgan Park squeezed out a 2-1 triumph over Evergreen Park and prevented the latter from duplicating its deep playoff run of a year ago. The Mustangs reached a sectional championship game last spring for the first time in program history. “This one’s going to take a while to get over,” Evergreen coach Mark Smyth said. “It was a tough one on Saturday. Obviously [in] a 2-1 game, there’s going to be a number of places where you could say, ‘If we would have done this differently or if this would have happened,’ but that’s baseball.” The local Mustangs (22-11), who missed equaling the school’s single-season mark for wins by just one, issued a few threats along the way. But they had a runner picked off in the second stanza, a man caught stealing in the third and two people left on base in the sixth. Evergreen finally broke through in the seventh after filling the bags with only one out. The Mustangs’ best hitter, Mark Martin, drove in a run but was retired on a groundout. After a hit batsman reloaded the sacks, Dan Kohler’s liner was knocked down and he was thrown out by inches to end the game. “It was a bang-bang play,” Smyth said. “All we needed was one hit [in that inning], and [having] Mark Martin up with the bases loaded — I’ll take that a
million times.” By failing to do more scoring damage, Evergreen wasted a solid mound effort from senior Frank Meisl. In his last prep outing, the big senior scattered five hits and whiffed 11. “He certainly deserved a better fate,” Smyth said of Meisl. “He got out of a few jams and he pitched a heck of a game, for sure. We got the pitching performance from Frank we wanted and our defense was solid. “I thought we’d swing the bats a little better than we did. We didn’t swing it great on Thursday [versus Solario Academy], but I thought we had a good practice on Friday and a good hitting session before we left [Evergreen on Saturday].” Smyth didn’t hesitate to compliment his team’s conqueror for its ability to slow the Mustangs. “That’s a Morgan Park team that put Brother Rice down [during the regular season],” he said. “There was nothing [for us] to be ashamed of.” That included for the season as a whole. “I’m very proud of them,” Smyth said of his players. “It was an awesome group of kids to be around. I don’t know if ‘putting us on the map’ is the right word to use, but we told them, ‘You’re making people take notice of Evergreen Park baseball.’” Evergreen Park 2 Solario Academy 1 The Mustangs ushered in the postseason with a hard-fought win over another Chicago Public League foe in nine innings on Thursday. Brian Pall threw the first seven frames on a yield of one hit while striking out eight, but Solario took advantage of two hit batsmen and an Evergreen error to plate a fourth-inning run. That lone marker was enough to put the Mustangs in chase mode.
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Marist's Brooke Wilson follows the flight of the ball after putting it in play last Wednesday during the Lady RedHawks' 10-0 win over Washington in a Class 4A regional semifinal.
Softball roundup (Continued from page 3) elimination, the Lady RedHawks were rescued by Brooke Wyderski, who belted a solo homer to extend the contest. “I just wanted to keep the inning alive,” Wyderski said. “I just wanted to get on base so Brooke Wilson could bat, too.” Wyderski, who went 2-for-3 and scored twice, wasn’t Marist’s only heroine. Also stepping forward were Madison Naujokas (two doubles, two RBI) and freshman Alexis Rogers, whose 10th-inning single drove in Vanessa Villasenor and handed the Lady RedHawks a 6-5 victory. The win moved Marist (288-1) into the Reavis Sectional, where they met Richards this past Tuesday. The Lady Bulldogs beat Shepard 4-1 to claim their regional crown. “The plan was just to get a base hit, score the runner and win the game for my team,” Rogers said. “It felt so good. I think it was one of the best feelings I’ve ever felt in my life to just come through.” Rogers’ hit made a winner of Zariya Gonzalez, who pitched all 10 innings for the Lady RedHawks. She scattered 10 hits while fanning seven and walking just one. Wyderski and Rogers both said the game was played in front of the biggest home crowd they had seen this season. “They support us a lot and like coming to our games, so I just knew I had to get the job done,” Rogers said. *** Before tangling with Lyons, the Lady RedHawks drilled Washington 10-0 last Wednesday in a regional semifinal. That contest was preceded by a 3-2 win over Lincoln-Way West that concluded the regular season. Wyderski (two-run double) and Naujokas (two-run single) were again offensive ringleaders versus the Lady Patriots, while Gonzalez stopped Washington on three hits. She whiffed five. Gonzalez was the pitcher of record against the Lady Warriors as well. In addition to tossing a six-hitter, Gonzalez also blasted her second homer of the season. Jill Kenney’s single in the sixth supplied Marist with its deciding margin.
Evergreen finally evened the score in the bottom of the sixth, using KeyShawn Carpenter’s suicide squeeze for the payoff. Corey and Sean Miller both singled ahead of him. “I was very impressed with them,” Smyth said of Solario. “We had heard about them — their pitcher changed speeds well and they’re well-coached.” And, in Smyth’s view, his players didn’t enter the contest with any preconceived notions about what to expect from their opponents. “People that aren’t involved in baseball maybe [underestimated them],” he said. “As far as we’re concerned, we didn’t. That was a really exciting, intense [and] entertaining game.” And it became a lot more enjoyable for the Mustangs when they finally snapped the 1-all tie in the ninth. Evergreen had missed out on a chance to decide things in the bottom of the seventh after putting two men aboard, but its defense rose up over the next two stanzas as one Solario runner was thrown out trying to steal in the eighth and another was picked off in the top of ninth. After Ronnie O’Toole drew a walk in the Mustangs’ ensuing atbat, Martin belted a game-winning triple. The hit was his third of the day. Corey Miller also finished (Continued from page 4) with three hits, while Sean Miller registered two. on any of the programs, contact Joe Moran earned the win in the following: Tony Sheehan (footrelief of Pall. ball; 499-2550, ext. 5353, or 3079076), Lindsey Gierman (softball; 499-2550 or Lindsey.Gierman@ Statistics chsd218.org), Troy Grevengoed Solario Academy 000 100 000 — 1 (volleyball; 499-2550, ext. 5286 Evergreen Park 000 001 001 — 2 or troy.grevengoed@chsd218.org), Evergreen Park 3B: Martin. RBI: Carpen- or Brian Wujcik (baseball; 499ter, Martin. WP: Moran (7-2) 2550, ext. 5184).
RICHARDS The Lady Bulldogs (22-8) captured the Class 4A Hinsdale South Regional championship on Saturday by topping South Suburban Conference Red rival Shepard. They nailed down their berth in the final with a 10-5 triumph over Hinsdale South last Wednesday. Sara Kiziak (17-6) went the distance in the circle versus the Lady Astros and stopped them on four hits while fanning eight. She also went 2-for-3 at the plate with an RBI double and two runs scored. Molly Pohrebny and Hailey Czerwinski both chipped in RBI singles to further aid Richards’ cause. The Lady Bulldogs had several contributors to a 14-hit offense against Hinsdale. Czerwinski produced three hits and an RBI, while Emily Wetzel (homer), Maddie Little (homer, two RBI), Holli Jones (homer), Pohrebny (double, two RBI) and Jordan Battels all chipped in two hits. Wetzel’s round-tripper was her 11th of the season and it put Richards ahead 3-0 in the opening stanza. The Lady Bulldogs added three more runs in the third, another in the fourth, two in the fifth and one in the sixth. Andrea Stengle (16-6) got the win after striking out five over four innings. Sara Tobin relieved her in the fifth but eventually got replaced by Stengle, who returned to the circle to register the last two outs. SANDBURG The Lady Eagles began last week with an 11-0 win over Stagg in the semifinals of their own Class 4A regional and then won the championship with an 8-1 verdict over Hinsdale Central on Saturday. Sarah Herold was last Wednesday’s catalyst as she slugged a two-run homer for Sandburg in the first frame and complemented that hitting with a two-hit shutout of the Lady Chargers. She struck out nine in the five-inning contest. In between, the Lady Eagles (20-15) produced plenty of offense as they pounded out 11 hits against two Stagg pitchers. Emily Griskell went 3-for-3 with a homer and three RBI to lead the way, but Bri Soltis (homer), Katie Krzus and Brooke Heimerl all helped out with 2-for-3 performances. Sandburg exploded for an eightspot in the fourth as Soltis swatted her homer, Griskell poked a two-run single and Heimeral hit safely twice. Kyla Frain and Noor Elmosa were the only Stagg play-
ers to hit safely. The game was the final one for Lady Chargers coach Missy Mason, who will continue teaching at the school and serving as the girls’ golf coach. *** Karli McLaughlin (2-for-3, two runs) hit a two-run homer to key the Lady Eagles’ triumph over Hinsdale. Herold pitched four scoreless innings for Sandburg, allowing two hits and striking out six. CHICAGO CHRISTIAN The Lady Knights’ season came to an end last Wednesday in an 11-1 defeat to Beecher in the semifinals of the Class 2A ReedCuster Sectional. Davina Gutierrez was 2-for-3 for Chicago Christian (14-16). Gutierrez pitched her way out of a bases-loaded first-inning jam by inducing a lineout to third baseman Bre Vollan for a double play, but she was unable to keep the Lady Bobcats completely under wraps. After Beecher went on up 3-0 in the second, the Lady Knights notched their only run in the third. Kaycee Pittman singled in Emily Vilendrer, who had also gotten a hit. EVERGREEN PARK The Lady Mustangs opened last week with an 11-0 victory over Timothy Christian in the Class 3A Wheaton-St. Francis Regional, but they fell short of the host school 11-10 in Saturday’s championship clash. Caroline Andrade’s two-run homer and RBI single paved the way for Evergreen Park (20-14) in its five-inning rout of the Lady Trojans on Wednesday. Lady Mustangs pitcher Maddie Vojacek spun a one-hitter and struck out seven. Vojaeck (3-for-4) hit a three-run homer and Bethany Salazar added a two-run shot for Evergreen in its high-scoring loss to Wheaton. SHEPARD Before being taken down by Richards, the Lady Astros rolled to a 15-0 victory over Eisenhower in last Wednesday’s Hinsdale South Regional semifinal. Melissa Kelly was Shepard’s standout in its win as she fired a two-hitter spiced with seven strikeouts and also drove in two runs while going 2-for-3 at the plate. Also heard from were Jenna Huizenga (3-for-4, three RBI), Skylar Hilger (3-for-4) and Allyssa DeChene (3-for-3, two RBI). The Lady Astros concluded their season at 19-10.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE RELATING TO CHEVY CHASE FUNDING LLC MORTGAGE BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-1 Plaintiff, -v.BENJAMIN C. GUZMAN AKA BENJAMIN GUZMAN, ANGELINA C. GUZMAN AKA ANGELINA GUZMAN, MUTUAL OF OMAHA BANK Defendants 12 CH 36433 12910 SOUTH SENECA ROAD 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 March 28, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 1, 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 12910 SOUTH SENECA ROAD, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-36-213-012-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $483,353.19. 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, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Anthony Porto, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (866) 402-8661 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com.. Please refer to file number F12080167. 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. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (866) 402-8661 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F12080167 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 12 CH 36433 TJSC#: 34-6069 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. I606364
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.ADELE KEALY AKA ADELE T. KEALY, SALT CREEK CREDIT UNION, CATALINA VILLAS CONDOMINIUM II ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 10923 15123 Heather Ct. Orland Park, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 17, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 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 15123 Heather Ct., Orland Park, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-13-200027-1028. The real estate is improved with a residential condominium. The judgment amount was $212,882.72. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. 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 not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 12 CH 10923 TJSC#: 34-8098 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. I609219
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BRIDGEVIEW BANK GROUP, AN ILLINOIS BANKING CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.ABDELRAHMAN M. MUSLEH, HIDDEN LAKES ESTATE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 28117 50 W. LUCAS DRIVE UNITS 19 & 20 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 May 9, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 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 50 W. LUCAS DRIVE UNITS 19 & 20, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-22-200-082-1044; 23-22200-082-1045. The real estate consists of 2 vacant lots in a townhome development. The judgment amount was $144,498.68. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: KEVIN AMERIKS, CORPORATE COUNSEL BRIDGEVIEW BANK GROUP, 4753 N. BROADWAY AVE, Chicago, IL 60640, (773) 989-2418 FAX #: 708-728-7572. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I608628
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION OLD PLANK TRAIL COMMUNITY BANK, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO FIRST UNITED BANK Plaintiff, -v.CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO LASALLE BANK, N.A., AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK AND TRUST CO. OF CHICAGO, AS TRUSTEE OF TRUST AGREEMENT DATED MAY 4, 1987 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 102384-00, JOHN E. BOVA DDS, P.C., JOHN E. BOVA, WINTERSET III OFFICE PARK CONDO ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES, STANDARD BANK AND TRUST CO., ORLAND PRIMARY CARE SPECIALISTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS, NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, AND UNKNOWN TENANTS AND OCCUPANTS Defendants 2013 CH 02323 16636 S. 107TH CT. Orland Park, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 17, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 13, 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 16636 S. 107TH CT., Orland Park, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-20410-010-1001. The real estate is improved with a commercial condominium. The judgment amount was $219,770.86. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: ASHEN FAULKNER LTD., 217 N. JEFFERSON ST., STE. 601, Chicago, IL 60661, (312) 655-0800. 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. ASHEN FAULKNER LTD. 217 N. JEFFERSON ST., STE. 601 Chicago, IL 60661 (312) 655-0800 Attorney Code. 39733 Case Number: 2013 CH 02323 TJSC#: 34-7923 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. I608531
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, v s . � ELIZABETH WILSON; RIVIERA REGAL A S S O C I A T I O N � AKA RIVIERA REGAL I CONDOMINIUM A S S O C I A T I O N ; � RIVIERA REGAL - PHASE II ASSOCIATION AKA RIVIERA REGAL II CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK N.A. FKA WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC R E G I S T R A T I O N � SYSTEMS, INC.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND N O N - R E C O R D � CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 13 CH 13787 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on December 18, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, July 7, 2014 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real e s t a t e : � P.I.N. 23-23-101-116-1044. Commonly known as 11114 South 84th Avenue, Unit 1B, Palos Hills, Il 60465. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo, Lindberg LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (866) 402-8661. For Bidding instructions visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. F13050187 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I610503
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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 US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, O N � BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE HOME E Q U I T Y � ASSET TRUST 2002-2, HOME EQUITY P A S S - T H R O U G H � CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2002-2 P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � BRIAN W. SMITH, MARY T. SMITH, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD C L A I M A N T S . � D e f e n d a n t s , � 13 CH 3017 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on September 27, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, July 7, 2014 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real e s t a t e : � P.I.N. 23-26-305-008-0000. Commonly known as 12416 South Iroquois Road, Palos Park, IL 60464. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. David C. Kluever at Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I610486
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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 BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, P l a i n t i f f � V . � DONNA PLAIA, D e f e n d a n t s � 10 CH 34985 Property Address: 8051 WEST 91ST STREET HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 10-033128 (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 March 27, 2014, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on June 30, 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 8051 West 91st Street, Hickory Hills, IL 60457 Permanent Index No.: 23-02-422-001 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $ 377,644.94. 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. I600643
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � GHADA SHAABNAH; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE F O R � COUNTRYWIDE BANK, N.A.; D e f e n d a n t s , � 10 CH 37060 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on March 25, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, June 27, 2014, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 23-14-217-037-0000. Commonly known as 10601 South 80th Court, Palos Hills, IL 60465. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1020618. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I608125
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“10 in the Park” NEW as of 7/7/11 For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MARQUETTE BANK Plaintiff, -v.LAWRENCE C. WALL, KATHERINE A. WALL, WESTGATE VALLEY TOWNHOMES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 11240 1001 SPYGLASS CIRCLE, UNIT #1001 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 April 2, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 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 1001 SPYGLASS CIRCLE, UNIT #1001, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-31-404-056-1027. The real estate is improved with a residential condominium. The judgment amount was $167,676.99. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Kimberly A. Padjen, GOMBERG, SHARFMAN, GOLD & OSTLER, PC, 208 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1410, CHICAGO, IL 60604, (312) 332-6194. Please refer to file number 44883. 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. GOMBERG, SHARFMAN, GOLD & OSTLER, PC 208 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1410 CHICAGO, IL 60604 (312) 332-6194 Attorney File No. 44883 Attorney Code. 90334 Case Number: 12 CH 11240 TJSC#: 34-6603 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. I606947
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Run starting 9-5-13 1x3 For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP Plaintiff, -v.ADAM J. WALTON Defendants 08 CH 039133 15134 HUNTINGTON COURT ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 26, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 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 15134 HUNTINGTON COURT, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-16-109-008. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. 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 14-08-23239. 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. 14-08-23239 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 08 CH 039133 TJSC#: 34-8343 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. I608752
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF THE MARGARET GORDON MAY LIVING TRUST DTD 09/05/97, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE MARGARET GORDON MAY LIVING TRUST DTD 09/05/97, ROBERT MAY AKA BOB MAY, ELIZABETH ARMSTRONG, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, WILLIAM BUTCHER, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE, HIDDEN VALLEY CONDOMINIUMS, UNIT THREE, ASSOCIATION Defendants 11 CH 15782 10845 SOUTH 84TH AVENUE UNIT 1B 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 April 1, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 2, 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 10845 SOUTH 84TH AVENUE UNIT 1B, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-400-091-1002, Property Index No. 2314-400-091-1017. The real estate is improved with a brick condominium; attached parking. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. 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 PA1104237. 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. PA1104237 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 11 CH 15782 TJSC#: 34-5455 I609610
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ONEWEST BANK, FSB (D/B/A FINANCIAL FREEDOM, A DIVISION OF ONEWEST BANK, FSB) Plaintiff, -v.THE PRIVATEBANK AND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 12/11/2006 A/K/A TRUST NO. 6975, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE PRIVATEBANK AND TRUST COMPANY U/T/A DATED 12/11/2006 A/K/A TRUST NO. 6975, 11323-27-31 ROBERTS ROAD MANAGEMENT CORPORATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR ROSEMARY MARTINOTTI (DECEASED) Defendants 13 CH 022780 11327 S. ROBERTS ROAD UNIT F 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 April 15, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 17, 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 11327 S. ROBERTS ROAD UNIT F, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-24-100-132-1006. 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. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. 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 14-13-22142. 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. 14-13-22142 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 022780 TJSC#: 34-6932 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. I608694
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.MICHAEL GONZALEZ, CYRENE MARIE GILBERT, BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A. F/K/A HARRIS N.A., TIMBERLINE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 25170 9366 MEADOWVIEW DRIVE ORLAND HILLS, IL 60487 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 24, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 24, 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 9366 MEADOWVIEW DRIVE, ORLAND HILLS, IL 60487 Property Index No. 27-22-112029-1036. The real estate is improved with a two story townhouse with a one 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. 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 PA1313717. 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. PA1313717 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 13 CH 25170 TJSC#: 34-4985 I607981
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, SERVICING L.P. Plaintiff, -v.JOHN F. BRENNAN A/K/A JOHN F. BRENNANN, CARROLL A. BRENNAN Defendants 08 CH 027392 7455 W. UTE LANE 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 January 20, 2009, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 24, 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 7455 W. UTE LANE, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-36-218-009. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. 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 14-08-19142. 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. 14-08-19142 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 08 CH 027392 TJSC#: 34-8663 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. I609405
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR WAMU MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-AR13 Plaintiff, -v.JOANNE ASSENATO, CHESTERFIELD PLACE HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 023841 8622 KENDALL LANE ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 12, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 23, 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 8622 KENDALL LANE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-14-303-023. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. 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 14-11-15947. 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. 14-11-15947 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 023841 TJSC#: 34-8558 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. I609424
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.ROBERT J. GRAH, JILL M. SOUTHCOMB, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. Defendants 13 CH 016283 15640 PEACHTREE DRIVE ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 25, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 2:00 PM on July 2, 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 15640 PEACHTREE DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-15-408-004. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-37536. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-37536 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 016283 TJSC#: 34-5628 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. I609888
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ACCESS CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, v s . ďż˝ FRANK EVERS A/K/A FRANK B. EVERS; C H E S T N U T ďż˝ CHESTNUT HILLS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF FRANK E V E R S ďż˝ A/K/A FRANK B. EVERS, IF ANY; UNKNOWN O W N E R S ďż˝ AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, 13 CH 26254 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on March 31, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, July 7, 2014, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 9147 S. Roberts Road, Unit 208 Hickory Hills, II. 60457. P.I.N. 23-01-306-027-1016 & 23-01-306-027-1032. The mortgaged real estate is a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Mr. Greg Czaicki at Plaintiff's Attorney, Walinski & Associates, P.C., 221 North LaSalle, Chicago, Illinois 60601-1320. (312) 704-0771. 5 0 0 0 8 / G C ďż˝ INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I610524
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v s . ďż˝ JOSE CANDELAS A/K/A JOSE REFUGIO C A N D E L A S ; ďż˝ ELSA CANDELAS A/K/A ELSA PATRICIA C A N D E L A S ; ďż˝ BANK OF AMERICA, NA; CITY OF CHICAGO; D e f e n d a n t s , ďż˝ 10 CH 36415 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on April 9, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, July 11, 2014, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 18-34-411-020-0000. Commonly known as 8607 SOUTH KEAN AVENUE, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 0920031. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I610588
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, v . ďż˝ VLADAS LIMANAUSKAS, LINA LIMANAUSKIENE, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE BANK FSB Defendants 10 CH 12128 10248 SOUTH 86TH 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 March 20, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 23, 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 10248 SOUTH 86TH AVENUE, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-306-030-0000. The real estate is improved with a two level single family beige wood house with an 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. 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 PA0937603. 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. PA0937603 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 10 CH 12128 TJSC#: 34-5327 I607624
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N , � P l a i n t i f f � V . � UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF DONALD S. MAROSITZ, DECEASED; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MARY L. MAROSITZ, DECEASED; RIVIERA REGAL II CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; RIVIERA REGAL ASSOCIATION; ANGELA JONES, AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF DONALD S. MAROSITZ, DECEASED; ANGELA JONES; 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 36775 Property Address: 11106 SOUTH 84TH AVENUE UNIT 2A PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE C O N D O M I N I U M � Fisher and Shapiro file # 10-043819 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure s a l e s . ) � PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on April 30, 2013, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on July 3, 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 11106 South 84th Avenue, Unit 2A, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Permanent Index No.: 23-23-101-116-1021 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 $ 133,700.10. 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. I606261
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.MARIA GOMEZ, MATTHEW C. ARNOUX OF NADLER PRITIKIN & MIRABELLI, CITY OF CHICAGO, STATE OF ILLINOIS, ADVANCE CAPITAL, INCORPORATED, PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., SPRINGLEAF FINANCIAL SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC., LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER Defendants 13 CH 016979 7825 W. 102ND STREET PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 12, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 17, 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 7825 W. 102ND STREET, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 2312-308-007. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. 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 14-13-09436. 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. 14-13-09436 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 016979 TJSC#: 34-8393 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. I608735
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ONEWEST BANK, FSB Plaintiff, -v.ALBERT E. MURAWSKI REVOCABLE TRUST U/T/A DATED 11/26/09, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, RIVIERA REGAL II CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF THE ALBERT E. MURAWSKI REVOCABLE TRUST U/T/A DATED 11/26/09, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR ALBERT E. MURAWSKI (DECEASED), SHERYL ANN MAPLES, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF THE ALBERT E. MURAWSKI REVOCABLE TRUST U/T/ A DATED 11/26/09, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE ALBERT E. MURAWSKI REVOCABLE TRUST U/T/A DATED 11/26/09 Defendants 13 CH 020526 11134 S. 84TH AVENUE UNIT #2A 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 April 2, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 7, 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 11134 S. 84TH AVENUE UNIT #2A, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-23-101-116-1103. 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. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. 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 14-13-18605. 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. 14-13-18605 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 020526 TJSC#: 34-6321 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. I607356
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N � THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES 2004-R1 P l a i n t i f f , � v . � DAWN FRY AKA DAWN T. FRY, TONY FRY D e f e n d a n t s � 10 CH 18183 9348 SOUTH 87TH AVENUE HICKORY HILLS, IL 6 0 4 5 7 � NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 3, 2010, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 1, 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 9348 SOUTH 87TH AVENUE, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-02-302-037-0000. The real estate is improved with a brick house; attached 2 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. 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 PA1009527. 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. PA1009527 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 10 CH 18183 TJSC#: 34-7127 I609176
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.ROCHELLE E. KOPERSMITH Defendants 12 CH 017846 7919 W. 111TH PLACE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 3, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 7, 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 7919 W. 111TH PLACE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-24-103001. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-00076. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-00076 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 017846 TJSC#: 34-6328 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. I607186
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.MICHAEL T. DECLEENE, SUSAN A. DECLEENE, DISCOVER BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 043905 8807 SYCAMORE COURT 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 March 24, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 26, 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 8807 SYCAMORE COURT, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-03-207-024. 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. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-34298. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-34298 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 043905 TJSC#: 34-8452 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. I609131
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Your Guide to Arts and Events in the Southwest Suburbs and Beyond
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"A Million Ways to Die in the West" was written and directed by leading actor Seth MacFarlane, the creator of the popular TV show “Family Guy.” This is his first time live action role. He is probably most recognizable for his Oscar-hosting gig a few years back. The movie centers around Albert, an inept sheep farmer, played by MacFarlane who is a non-violent person in the violent west. When his girlfriend Louise, played by Amanda Seyfried, breaks up with him for a mustache-wearing Foy, played Center Cinema by Neil Patrick Harris, his life “Groundhog Day” will be shown goes into a tailspin. Albert’s life starts to turn on Friday, June 6, 6:30p.m., as part of the monthly Center Cinema around after he befriends Anna, series at The Center, 12700 played by Charlize Theron. What he doesn’t know is that Southwest Highway, Palos Park. “Groundhog Day” features she is married to Clinch, the Bill Murray as a grumpy most ruthless man in the wild weatherman who is initially West, played by Liam Nesson. It’s an easy role for Nesson. cursed by having to re-live the same day over and over, but He’s a big draw for the movie but eventually decides to see it as an he’s not on screen too much. At 116 minutes, he’s only on screen opportunity to get things right. A discussion follows the movie. for, at most, 15 percent of the Free popcorn is served. No fee time. All the promotional ads for is charged but pre-registration the movie show Nesson as one of is necessary. Call The Center at the big three actors, so you would expect to see more of him. 361-3650. If you’re going to the film to Hahn founded Rhythm of Hope, see him, you’ll be greatly dis Family pottery an organization that supports the families of African children toadhouses and with HIV/AIDS through microbirdbaths loans, gifts of goats or chickens, fresh water wells, education, and A pottery class for families will more. Funds are raised through be hosted at the Log Cabin Center donations in addition to the sale for the Arts on Wednesdays, June of items handcrafted by women 11 and 18, 6:30 to 7:30 pm. The in Nairobi and through the sale of Log Cabin Art Center is located other fair trade merchandise from at 12700 Southwest Highway in impoverished corners of the world. Palos Park. Fair trade is a system in which Instructor heather Young workers receive living wages and invites families with children employment opportunities for of any age to make summer their products. Rhythm of Hope’s birdbaths and toadhouses for merchandise will include African their yards or gardens on June purses, shirts, baskets, scarves, 11 and to come back to glaze their creations on June 18. The class fee is $16 per person and includes all supplies and two kiln firings. Registration is required. Call The Center at 361-3650.
returning students can learn to throw pots on one of the studio wheels. Basketry classes The pottery class cost $84 The Log Cabin Center for the plus a $15 materials fee for 6 Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway weeks. Advance registration is in Palos Park, will offer summer required. Call 361-3650. Basketry workshops beginning June 12 on three Thursdays, Meditation from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., or from Meditation opportunities are 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. offered every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., Ann Fowler of LaGrange, will and 9 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday, teach the morning classes, and and Friday at The Center, 12700 Jane Dwyer of Park Forest will Southwest Highway, Palos Park. teach the Thursday evening Pastoral director Chris Hopkins students. All new basketry stuand hospitality manager Winnie dents make a wood-bottomed Brock organize these 20 minute basket, with a choice of colored periods of silent meditation, trim. Students in the six week offer guidance to those new to class or who continue on future the practice of meditation, and Thursday morning classes then welcome anyone to join. Call 361choose one or two more basket 3650 for information. styles to complete during the six week session. Instructors help Fair trade continuing students choose a at Farm Fest basket style and pattern appropriate to their experience level. Handcrafted African and fair Classes cost $84 per six-week trade merchandise will be at the session, plus a $25 materials center of the Children’s Farm fee, or $42 per three-week ses- Festival this Saturday, June 7, sion, plus a $12.50 materials fee. from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., at Registration is required. Call 12700 Southwest Highway in 361-3650. Palos Park. Local charity organizer Kathy
Pottery class
A six-week Stoneware Pottery Class will be offered at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park, beginning Thursday, June 12, at 6:30 p.m. Under the guidance of potter and naturalist Karen Stasky, students make strong professional-looking stoneware pottery, often embellished with nature designs. Students create beautiful stoneware bowls, mugs, and vases, in additional to interesting decorative pieces. New students learn a variety of hand-building techniques and
A million jokes die in this film
jewelry, and more. The Farm Fest features horse rides, hayrides, and free tours of the barns to see the new lambs, goat kids, bunnies, calves, and pigs. The festival also includes a flea market, garage sale vendors, live music, games and crafts for kids, fresh lemonade and watermelon, and grilled hotdogs and hamburgers. Festival admission is $5 per adult and $2 per child. For more, call The Center at 361-3650.
Pinto’s Popcorn Picks by Tony Pinto appointed. Nesson is one of the best things about the movie and you barely get to see him. The best part of the movie is that you get to see the Delorean from “Back to the Future.” The film is created to give MacFarlane the limelight, which is a mistake. He is not a actor; he is a voiceover guy. He can sing and do so many things, but leading a movie is not one of them. Throughout the film he seems to lack emotion, but at least with the other actors we see glimpses of emotion. He is stiff and and doesn’t seem comfortable in front of the camera. He would probably be okay in more of a secondary role, but as a lead actor he just doesn’t cut it. It seems like there are a million jokes throughout the movie and most of them fall flat. There are some good jokes. For every 10 jokes you might get two or three good jokes. Since there are so many jokes, you get the vibe of a
comedian trying out new material to see what works and most of the time they don’t work. Considering it’s called "A Million Ways to Die in the West," not that many people die. MacFarlane’s character does talk a lot about death and how horrible the old west is, but talking is not dying. Anyone who does die is just a background person who doesn’t matter to the development of the story. Another big issue is that everyone talks in a modern accent and we get no explanation why. There are a lot of modern phrases and references tossed in the movie while this is supposed to be the wild West, not some 2014 mall in the suburbs. There’s much wrong with this movie. For every enjoyable, funny moment you see, there are about 20 not so funny, failed moments. Overall, it has some redeeming qualities, including cool scenery, a good musical score, and a good amount of a-list actors, but that’s all it has going for it. It’s a comedy, but you won’t be laughing too much. Be advised this is an R rated movie for good reason. Don’t bring kids, or better yet, stay away yourself. Tony Pinto’s grade: D
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Plein Aire sketch trips Plein Aire sketching and watercolor fieldtrips are offered this summer by The Log Cabin Center for the Arts on Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., from June 12 through July 31. Led by art instructor Lois Hrejsa (pictured), the fieldtrips meet up at varied sites and private residences throughout the Chicago area, including Frankfort, Winfield, Romeoville, Oak Brook and Chicago. Hrejsa offers both instruction and critique, although some previous art experience is necessary. Registration is required. Students pay $22 per session, payable by check the day of the trip. Details and driving directions are available at The Center upon registration. Participants usually bring a picnic lunch, but sometimes eat in restaurants. Call The Center at 361-3650.
Crayon Art — 4:30 to 6 p.m. June 3, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park, will teach students how to use broken crayons to create funky pieces of art. Balloon Animals — 5 to 6 p.m. June 4, Bridge student Autmn Hensle will teach students how to make balloon animals. DIY: Boyfriend Jeans — 4:30 to 6 p.m. June 4, The Bridge will teach students how to create a new piece for their summer wardrobe. Students will learn how to take a pair of old jeans and give them a worn, weathered look. Boxing with Patriot Boxing — 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. June 5, The Bridge will team up with Patriot Boxing in Mokena to teach students the proper techniques that go into boxing. Summer Kick Off with Wooden Paddle Pizza — 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. June 6, The Bridge Teen Center will host their Friday Night Live event with live music from Isaiah Grass (pop) and Not Made Men (rock) and food from Wooden Paddle Pizza. Summer Kick Off with Jimmy John’s — 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. June 7, The Bridge Teen Center will host their High School Night with live music from Isaiah Grass (pop) and Days Darkening and food from Jimmy John’s. Thess free events are for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information call 532-0500.
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McCord says ‘Let’s Twist Again’ The music of the 1950s and ‘60s will set the scene at this year’s McCord Gallery & Cultural Center’s annual fundraiser in October. The Meteors will perform the great hits from the era. Hear the music of Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, and the Beatles, the Beach Boys, Buddy Holly, the Everly Brothers and more. Save the date, Oct. 25, a Saturday night. The event will take place at the historic Willowbrook Ballroom in Willow Springs, where there will be plenty of room for dancing the night away. Plan for an “outta sight” evening of great music, food and dancing. This event is McCord’s major fundraiser and keeps the McCord House open as a welcoming home for the Arts. The gala will also include live and silent auctions. McCord Gallery & Cultural Center is located at 9602 W. Creek Rd. (129th and LaGrange), Palos Park. Those interested in helping with the event or being a sponsor, may call 671-0648 for more information.
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Palos Fine Arts discovers German Chicago Enjoying the Palos Fine Arts tour Discover Chicago’s Deutschland on May 22, Jo McKane, Kathy Williams, Joyce Penney, Phyllis Adams, Vern Penney and Arlene and Paul Vanderbilt ended the day on the rooftop of the German Cultural Center overlooking a “fabulous” view of Chicago. The tour group also took in other German-American cultural sites in Chicago, shops and lunch at a German restaurant.
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Your Guide to Arts and Events in the Southwest Suburbs and Beyond
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Make decisions about joint Experience life in the 18th century and learn about the fur trade along the Des Plaines River during resources during the first half of the week, when your judgment the 31st annual “Island Rendezvous” at Isle a la Cache. The free, family-oriented event will be held on Saturday, June 14, and Sunday, June 15, at Isle a la is supercharged. Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Road in Romeoville. Activities will take place on both days from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Three hundred years ago, French voyageurs canoed the Isle a la Cache area on the Des Plaines River to trade for furs with Native Americans. Rendezvous was a time for voyageurs to celebrate the end of the trading season. During the Forest Preserve District’s rendezvous, the island will be teeming with re-enactors who portray French voyageurs, Natives, colonists and soldiers from this period of (NOTICE: Ratings for each American history. 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For more information, call the Isle a la Cache Mu- STARTING THIS WEEK: “JACK RYAN: SHADOW REseum at 815-886-1467 or visit ReconnectWithNature.org for a full schedule of activities. CRUIT”: After becoming the new Captain Kirk of “Star Trek,” Chris Pine reboots another adventure franchise as novelist Tom Clancy’s CIA hero, seen here early in his espionage career (not unlike Ben Affleck’s Ryan in “The Sum of All Fears”). Under the tutelage of an agency veteran (Kevin Costner, enjoyably comfortable in the part), the title analyst tries to thwart a terrorist plot against the U.S. aimed at dismantling the nation’s economy. Additional cast members include Kenneth Branagh — who also directed the film — and Keira Knightley. *** (PG-13: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “NON-STOP”: The title also could describe the pace of Liam Neeson’s action-hero work since his success with “Taken.” He’s back in that mode in this effective airplane thriller casting him as a federal air marshal who receives texts threatening that fellow passengers will die, one every few minutes, unless a huge ransom is paid. Neeson expectedly is the main show here, but he has impressive co-stars including Julianne Moore, Michelle Dockery (“Downton Abbey”), Corey Stoll (“House of Cards”) and recent Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o (“12 Years a Slave”). DVD extra: “making-of” documentary. *** (PG-13: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “TRUE DETECTIVE: THE Submitted photo COMPLETE FIRST SEASON”: At the same time he was en route to an Academy Award for “Dallas Buyers Club,” Matthew McConaughey Creative outdoor art classes for kids begin June 16 at The Log Cabin Art Center, 12700 Southwest also was riveting television viewHighway in Palos Park. Two-week sessions on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings, from 9 ers— in tandem with Woody Harrelto 11 a.m., begin June 16 and 30, and July 14 and 28. A six-week Saturday morning 9:30 to 11:30 son — in this intense HBO drama. a.m. class begins June 21.The children will explore the Center’s farm, woods, fields, and creeks, im- They play former police detective mersing themselves in the natural world, and using natural objects for many of their creative projects. partners brought back together to Summer art instructors Heather Young and Sarah Meyer teach the weekday classes, and Jessie relive a Louisiana serial murder Schaar teaches the Saturday session. The instructors teach groups of children, ranging from kinder- case, with more tragedy very posgarten to 8th grade and all use a variety of artistic media and techniques, including drawing, painting, sibly resulting years later. Michelle pottery, papermaking, papier-mâché, printmaking, and more. Classes are kept small to encourage Monaghan, Kevin Dunn, Elizabeth Reaser, Clarke Peters and Jay O. individual self-expression and safe outdoor exploration. Sanders are among other stars of the Pictured, a summer art student works with mosaics at the end-of-session art show for parents. A two-week Monday, Wednesday, Friday session costs $120, as does the six-week Saturday session. atmospheric mystery. DVD extras: three “making-of” documentaries; All materials are included in the price. Registration is required. Call 361-3650.
‘Island Rendezvous’ brings history alive
Summer art for kids at Log Cabin
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Videoview by Jay Bobbin audio commentary by creator/writer/ executive producer Nic Pizzolatto, executive producer Scott Stephens and composer T Bone Burnett; deleted scenes; “Inside the Episode” featurettes. *** (Not rated: AS, N, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray) “TIM’S VERMEER”: A favorite on the film festival circuit, this documentary follows the quest of inventor Tim Jenison to re-create “The Music Lesson” ... one of the most acclaimed of Johannes Ver-
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