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THE REGIONAL NEWS Named best small weekly in Illinois five times by the Illinois Press Association

Thursday, November 26, 2015

Serving Palos, Orland and Worth townships and neighboring communities

74th Year, NO. 48 • 4 Sections

Palos Dist. 118 plans to borrow $6.5 mil. cushion against state cuts Voters can collect petition signatures to force onto ballot

By Jack Murray

Regional News Editor

Photo by Dermot Connolly

Members of the Harlem Avenue Association and the Palos Heights Beautific tion Committee armed with holiday greenery pause for a photo last Friday before heading off to decorate fl werpots, sprucing up Harlem Avenue in preparation Holidays on Harlem and the annual tree-lighting ceremony set for next Friday, Dec. 4.

Head for Holidays on Harlem Stores, salons and restaurants plan festive two-day celebration

By Dermot Connolly Staff reporter

T

he Harlem Avenue business district in Palos Heights is beginning to look a lot like Christmas just in time for the new Holidays on Harlem event next Friday and Saturday.

It will feature horse-drawn carriages and specials at 21 businesses so far participating, starting the day of the tree-lighting celebration at the firehouse next Friday.

A new ice rink behind Palos Place, which is planned to be open throughout the winter, is another new attraction in conjunction with Heights’ Holidays on Harlem.

After fortifying themselves with egg nog, coffee and baked goods at Diane’s Place, members of the newly formed Harlem Avenue Association of businesses and Palos Heights Beautification Committee volunteers joined forces last Friday to spruce up planters lining

Harlem between 122nd and 124th streets in time for the festivities on Dec. 4 and 5.

They gathered armfuls of colorful sprigs of artificial red holly berries and greenery off Ed Dombrowki’s EDL Private Gardens landscaping truck, and got to work, adding them to the evergreen boughs placed in the flowerpots along the street.

“Rather than taking them in for the winter as usual, we thought we would decorate them to compliment the holiday decorations put up by the city,” said Dombrowski, who chairs the annual Adopt-a-Pot planting day program each spring.

The city’s tree, estimated to be 35 feet high, was installed Tuesday in front of the Palos Heights Fire Station, at 12300 S. Harlem, where Mayor Bob Straz will preside over the official tree-lighting celebration from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 4.

Greetings of Joy, RedHawks going to State

Palos School District 118 plans to borrow $6.5 million by selling working cash fund bonds early next year unless voters successfully petition to place the bond issue as a referendum question on the same ballot as the 2016 March primary, or November presidential election.

The board of education voted unanimously last week to adopt a resolution declaring its intention to issue $6.5 million in bonds for the district’s working cash fund, but that new bonding authority is first subject to a “back-door” referendum, brought to the ballot by voter initiative.

Voters of the district may file a petition with the school board’s secretary to force the bond issue on the November 2016 ballot for voter approval under state law.

The bonding authority will be needed because of anticipated state cuts in education, district Business

Manager/Chief School Business Official Justin Veihmman told the school board at its meeting on Nov. 17.

Proceeds for principal and interest payments for the working cash bonds issued by the school district would be automatically levied on the property tax rolls as an obligation assumed by district property-tax payers.

Voters have 30 days from today’s date (Nov. 26), the date of publication of the legal notice of intent to issue the bonds, to file the petition for the proposition to be put to voters. The petition must be signed by a minimum of 10 percent of the registered voters who reside in the school district to force it onto the ballot.

If such a petition containing a sufficient number of legally valid signatures is filed with the school board Secretary on or before the Dec. 14, the referendum would be held on March 15 Illinois primary election date. If the petition is filed after that date within the 30day period, the referendum would be placed on the Nov. 8, 2016 election ballot.

If voters make no effort to circulate a petition to gather the legally required minimum valid See PALOS DIST. 118, Page 2

See HOLIDAYS ON HARLEM, Page 2

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Members of Marist’s football team jump in the snow last Saturday night after the RedHawks beat Waubonsie Valley, 31-16, in the IHSA Class 8A state semifinals in Chicago and will face Loyola at 7 p.m. Saturday for the state championship at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb. The 23rd-seeded Redhawks (9-4) are an unlikely state finalist eam. Out of 526 teams that played in a state title game, only four came in with four losses.

For much more on Marist and the big-game losses by St. Laurence and St. Xavier University, see Sports.

Yuletide arrives

Photo by Dermot Connolly

In the air there’s a feeling of Christmas: Palos Heights’ tree arrives Tuesday in front of the fi e station, 12300 S. Harlem Ave. Palos Heights and Palos Park both set light to the holiday season with festivities next Friday, Dec. 4.

See story on Page 3 for Palos Park Holiday Market details. Orland Park will greet the season this Sunday: Story on Page 2.

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Orland Park will greet the season at festival and tree lighting Sunday The village of Orland Park will begin the holiday season with its free Holiday Festival this Sunday.

The festivities begin at 3 p.m. with the arrival of Mayor Dan McLaughlin and Santa Claus at the Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 South Ravinia Ave. Activities at the Civic Center will be offered from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

“We invite everyone to enjoy the Holiday Festival at the Civic Center and then come outside as we light the village’s tree in front of the Village Hall,” said Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin.

Mayor McLaughlin and Santa will arrive at the Civic Center at 3 p.m. with the Encore Concert Band performing from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Horse drawn sleigh rides around the Village Center will be available from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Make and Take Crafts and face painting will be available from 3 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. with visits with Santa from 3:15 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. Parents should bring their own cameras.

The Special Recreation Hip Hop Group will perform from 3:30 p.m. until 3:40 p.m. and the Orland Park Junior and Senior Dance Companies will perform from 4:15 p.m. until 4:30 p.m.

The Carl Sandburg High School Chamber Singers will perform from 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.

A balloon show will be offered from 4:45 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.

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Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin and Santa will welcome the holiday season to Orland Park at the village’s annual free Holiday Festival this Sunday

The Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony will follow at 5:45 p.m. outside of the adjacent Frederick T. Owens Village Hall, where Mayor McLaughlin will light the village’s tree and holiday displays along Ravinia Avenue, officially marking the start of the holiday season in the Village of Orland Park.

“Individuals, families, scout groups and organizations from throughout Orland Park have created decorations for the tree,

Artful recycling by Orland Girl Scouts

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Orland Park Mayor Daniel McLaughlin gets his photo taken with the Lego Robotics team from Orland Park Girl

making it a true community wide Scout Troop 60244 beside the sculpture in the Orland Park Village Hall that they made out of plastic bottles to effort,” the mayor said, adding. encourage recycling. With him are Audrey Marx (from left), Stephanie Jablonski, Danielle Bornstein and Therese Jaeger. The girls gave a presentation on recycling during last week’s Orland Park Village Board meeting.

“When we light the tree at the Village Hall, all of the lights down Ravinia Avenue go on at the same time.

The village of Orland Park Winter Festival is sponsored by the University of Chicago Medicine. For more information, call the Recreation Department at 4037275.

— Village of Orland Park

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League of Women Voters of the Palos Orland Area President Barbra Pasquinelli, of Palos Heights (left), and member Joan Klarich welcome Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Grater Chicago President Mariyana Spyropolous to their Nov. 14 meeting at the Palos Heights Public Library.

Photo by Dermot Connolly

Palos Heights Beautific tion Committee volunteers Bob and Jan Majersky, and Ed Dombrowski (right) look over their handiwork after decorating a fl werpot at the corner of 123rd Street and Harlem Avenue.

Holidays on Harlem Continued from Page 1 The ceremony, which coincides with the first night of Holidays on Harlem, will include a Christmas carol sing-along, as well as Santa arriving on a fire truck. There will be photo opportunities with Santa, treat bags for children, free face painting and crafts, holiday wagon rides, hot chocolate, and cookies and popcorn.

At least 21 local businesses are participating in the first Holidays on Harlem organized by the Harlem Avenue Association. They will be offering special discounts, refreshments and activities from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, and noon to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5.

A horse-drawn carriage will be available to take shoppers up and down Harlem, and in addition to carolers, decorations and music to get everyone in the holiday mood, there will be raffle baskets, children’s activities, marshmallow roasting and a s’mores station located in front of Diane’s Place, 12306 S. Harlem. The ice cream shop and restaurant will also have a cookie-decorating station, as well as specials on food and ice cream.

Free fondue and specials on merchandise will also be available at Every Good Gift, located in the Shoppes of Palos located next-door. In addition to the participating restaurants offering spe-

Palos Dist. 118 Continued from Page 1 petition signatures and file it by the deadline, the district will have the legal authority to issue the bonds.

The plan would be to issue the full $6.5 million full amount of the bonds early in 2016, Business Manager Veihman said.

“We continue to be concerned with the uncertainty in state funding, pension pick-ups and property tax freezes,” Veihman stated the reasons for the working cash fund borrowing. “Therefore, we find it prudent to seek alternate funding sources other than op-

League of Women Voters taps MWRD chief for wastewater talk

By Arlene Wagner

League of Women Voters of the Palos-Orland Area

Photo by Dermot Connolly

A vacant lot on 123rd Street just west of Harlem Avenue is being turned into an ice-skating rink that will be open throughout the winter. The rink should be open in time for the tree-lighting ceremony and Holidays on Harlem next Friday, Dec. 4.

cials, many businesses will have refreshments as well.

Noral Jewelers, at 12227 S. Harlem, will have free champagne and sweets, while Quality Plus Photo across the street at 12240 S. Harlem, will serve glogg and mint cake, as well as specials on frames and photos.

Chesterfield Design, at 12614 S. Harlem, will also have free drinks and sweets, and 25 percent discounts on in-store items.

Beautification Committee chair Jean Gnap said the committee contributed $600 for the pot decorations, as well as $1,200 toward sponsorship of an ice rink, which is being created on a vacant lot behind Diane’s Place, 12306 S. Harlem Ave. “I think this is the first time in a very long time that there has

been an ice rink in Palos Heights,” said Gnap.

Diane Georg, owner of Diane’s Place and one of the principal organizers of the weekend activities, said she will keep an eye on the rink, which should be ready in time for Holidays on Harlem.

The lot is owned by local real estate developer Mike Coogan, who redeveloped the former Ben Franklin store property where Diane’s Place is located.

She noted that ice-skating is free, but no ice skates will be provided so everyone will have to bring their own. Hockey will not be allowed on the rink for safety reasons.

Weather permitting, the rink is expected to be open through March, organizers hope.

erating revenues to fund capital improvements.”

The district will be debt free by the time the new bonds are issued, Veihman indicated. There is no plan by the district to abate any proceeds off the tax rolls: “All current outstanding debt will be retired in December 2016,” he said.

Veihman will have more details on the expected uses of the borrowed working cash funds after a public hearing of the bond issue at the school board meeting scheduled for Dec. 15, he said.

The school board will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. at its Dec. 15 meeting to approve the district’s proposed 2015 property tax levy

of $21.793 million, a 6 ½ percent increase over the previous year.

The meeting will be held at the Central Administration Building, 8800 W. 119th St., Palos Park.

Despite the large apparent increase in the levy meant to capture any new real growth in the district’s property tax base since last year’s levy, the amount the district expects to be actually extended is about $20 million, or a 0.9 percent increase,” Veihman told the school board on Nov. 17.

Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing district may contact Veihman at 448-4800.

What happens after our water goes down the drain or down the sewer?

Mariyana Spyropoulos has the answers. She is the President of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) and she spoke to the League of Women Voters of the Palos-Orland Area at its Nov. 14 meeting.

The MWRD was established by the state in the 1980s to set policy to maintain and improve the quality of our water. It is the successor to the group that, in a feat of civil engineering, reversed the flow of the Chicago River in 1900, thus sparing Chicago from cholera outbreaks. The MWRD collects and cleans wastewater and works with local municipalities to identify and purchase flood-prone properties and to inspect drains.

Our household waste and rain water empty into local sewer systems that connect with the MWRD “interceptor” pipes, which deliver the waste to the seven MWRD filtration plants. The plant in Stickney is the largest treatment center in the world. At the filtration plants, branches, leaves etc, are removed and then biosolids and liquids are separated by centrifugation. After treatment the biosolids are used for fertilizer at golf courses and athletic fields.

Phosphorus is also reclaimed and packaged as Crystal Green fertilizer. MWRD is working to develop these products as a revenue stream.

The cleaned liquid part, “effluent”, empties into the Sanitary and Ship Canal every day.

The effluent is clean enough for secondary uses like boating, but not yet clean enough for primary uses like swimming. Treated water clean enough to swim in is the goal of the MWRD. These water purity standards are set by the EPA. Deep Tunnel: Planning for the Deep Tunnel began in the 1960s, with the creation of the Tunnel and Reservoir Plan (TARP). The tunnel, 30 feet in diameter and

300 feet below the ground, was built to hold excess rain and waste water instead of letting it flow untreated into Lake Michigan or into our streets. Material from the Deep Tunnel can go to one of three reservoirs: near O’Hare (Majewski), Thornton and McCook.

Material then is slowly pumped to treatment facilities. About once a year heavy storm waters are too much for even the Deep Tunnel, and are released untreated into Lake Michigan.

Going green: About 40 percent of surfaces in Cook County are non-permeable, causing lots of runoff that can’t be absorbed.

And average rainfall amounts have increased as a result of climate change. To alleviate runoff problems MWRD encourages “green” programs like garden roofs, bioswales, rain gardens, pavers with porous spaces in between them and rain barrels.

All these programs will reduce the amount of water going into its treatment system. MWRD distributes 15,000 rain barrels annually to local municipalities. Contact your local municipality to get up to four free rain barrels per household.

Pharmaceuticals: Don’t flush old medicines down the drain.

Contact your local police station or pharmacy for collection programs. Or crush any pills and throw them in the trash.

MWRD commissioners are elected at large for six-year terms on a staggered basis. The position is considered part-time, with an annual $75,000 salary. No technical background is required.

For more information: Metropolitan Water Reclamation District: www.mwrd.org US Environmental Protection Agency: www3.epa.gov; Crystal Green fertilizer: crystalgreen.com.

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Stage set for Palos Park market and tree lighting

By Michael Gilbert Correspondent

Palos Park Commissioner Nicole Milovich-Walters has a suggestion for those who want to get in the holiday spirit.

“Come to the Village Tree Lighting and Holiday Market,” she said during the council meeting Monday. “There will be lots of good cheer.”

The annual event is set to return to the village’s recreation center from 5 to 9 p.m. next Friday, Dec. 4. It was started more than a decade ago by then-Mayor Carolyn Baca, In addition to lighting the 12-foot community tree at 6:30 p.m. outside the recreation center, 8901 W. 123rd St., the festivities will also feature the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus, Christmas carols performed by the Sandburg High School chamber singers and hayrack rides.

Local merchants will have tables and booths inside the recreation center selling their wares, and attendees will also be able to enjoy food from area businesses and ice cream from the Plush Horse.

“It’s a great event to get people together after being away from each other since Autumn in the Park,” Palos Park Mayor John Mahoney said. “It’s become a wonderful tradition in Palos Park.”

The winners of the community tree-decorating contest will also be announced during the tree lighting, Milovich-Walters said. As of Monday, four of the eight trees to be decorated were still up for “adoption,” she said. The cost to enter the contest is $25 and any Palos Park resident, group and business is eligible to compete. The trees come pre-lit, but the rest is up to the creativity or imagination of the person or group decorating the tree. All trees must be decorated by 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3.

“Come on out and challenge [past winners] the Palos Park Woman’s Club and Girl Scouts,” Milovich-Walters said. “We will put the lights on it and

then it’s up to you how you want to decorate it.”

Awards will be presented to the top three as voted on by a panel of judges as well as the “people’s choice” winner.

Milovich-Walters said the family friendly event has “something for everyone,” and that includes a surprise. It remained top secret Monday as to whom would do the honors and light the community tree.

“If you want to know who is going to light the tree then you got to show up,” Mahoney said. “It’s a surprise and it’s different every year.”

Annexation pact Also Monday, mayor Mahoney said the council is expected to consider for approval at its meeting on Dec. 14 an agreement with the Cook County Forest Preserve District for the village to annex 140 acres of forest preserve land southeast of the intersection of Bell and McCarthy roads.

Palos Park is seeking the property as a land bridge and first step toward the annexation of Cog Hill Golf & Country Club, former home of the PGA’s Western Open, as well as Gleneagles Country Club, Mid-Iron Golf Course and Ludwig Farm.

The four properties are adjacent to the village of Lemont, but the owners have requested annexation into Palos Park. Obtaining the Cook County Forest Preserve District property connecting Palos Park to Mid-Iron meets the requirement that a municipality be contiguous to property it annexes.

Palos Park officials earlier this month approved spending nearly $25,000 to hire Chicago-based municipal consulting firm Houseal Lavigne Associate to perform a fiscal impact analysis of the costs/ benefits of annexing the four pieces of land that are now collectively termed in village communications as the “Western Annexation Area.”

The study is expected to take a few months to complete, Mahoney previously said.

Holiday Shoppe opens at McCord Now is the time to support local artists while finding the perfect gifts for family and friends.

McCord Gallery & Cultural Center will be transformed into a warm and welcoming place for holiday shopping with its 12th annual holiday shoppe starting this Friday, the day after Thanksgiving.

It will be open Mondays – Saturdays through Dec. 22, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Silk scarves, jewelry, fused glass dishes, picture frames, and pen sets are among the handcrafted items that will be featured in this one-of-a-kind shoppe.

McCord Gallery & Cultural Center is located at 9602 W. Creek Road (129th and La Grange Road), Palos Park. For more information call 708-671-0648 or visit www. mccordgallery.org.

— McCord Gallery & Cultural Center

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Arlene Adams and Jeanette Wood enjoyed the Christmas tree at McCord Holiday Shoppe last year.

First big snow prompts Orland Park Top 10 snow removal reminder list The day before the season’s first snowfall last weekend, the village of Orland Park Public Works Department shared its annual list of snow related reminders.

“Public Works shares its top ten list of snow reminders each year,” said Trustee Michael Carroll, chair of the village’s Public Works Committee. “I know that all of the village’s plowing crews appreciate residents’ cooperation as they work to keep village streets safe and accessible.”

Parking is prohibited on village streets once 2 inches of snow have fallen. Parked vehicles must be kept off the streets for 10 hours after a snow event, giving village crews time to clear the thoroughfares. And, residents are reminded to never push shoveled snow into street, instead placing it on side lawns.

“The biggest hindrance our drivers face is parked cars on residential streets,” said John Ingram, director of infrastructure maintenance for the village.

“When residents know it’s going to snow, we ask that they be sure to move all parked vehicles so the plows can clear the entire street.”

Shoveling homeowners are asked to not shovel or blow the

wind row or other snow at the end of the driveway back into the street.

“When clearing their driveways, residents should push the snow onto the parkway or onto their lawns,” Ingram said.

An integral part of combating a snowstorm is street salting. In Orland Park, first priority is given to the main streets, those with heaviest year round traffic, followed by secondary thoroughfares and cul-de-sacs. Orland Park is able to store more than 4000 tons of salt under a protective cover throughout the year.

Top 10 snow tips 1. Village ordinance prohibits parking on village streets once two inches of snow have fallen.

2. Parked vehicles must be kept off of the streets for 10 hours after it has stopped snowing.

3. When clearing the driveway, residents should place snow on either side of the driveway—on the lawn—and never in the street.

4. Residents should keep garbage cans and recycle bins from rolling into the street on garbage pick up day.

5. Designate curbs with five free stakes available from the Public

Works Department, 15655 S. Ravinia Ave. 6. Digging from the street, clear out hydrants so that fire personnel can easily access them if necessary.

7. Do not clear your driveway at the curbline until the snowplow driver has made his last curb pass in front of your residence.

8. Be patient. Every storm is different with many variables.

Streets may have to be plowed more than once.

9. Communicate with the Public Works Department. Report any ice formations on the street so that they can be salted. Clear the snow from storm sewers in front of your home so melting snow can easily drain, preventing ice patches.

10. Mailboxes should be kept in good repair and be placed at least one foot behind the curb to avoid damage. It is the residents’ responsibility to clear a safe path around mailboxes to ensure delivery. Homeowners’ associations are responsible for clearing the area around cluster mailboxes.

More information is available by calling the village’s Public Works Department at 403-6350.

— Village of Orland Park

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First-graders deck the halls with turkeys

The firs -grade class at Saint Michael School in Orland Park took Thanksgiving décor very seriously this holiday.

Kaylee Schubrych of Orland Park, Elise Anderson, of Homer Glen, Brian Karsky, of Orland Park and Logan Kowalewski, of Orland Park proudly show off their Thanksgiving wall art. The pupils created a wall ornament in the shape of a turkey made from seeds, beans and grains. This long honored tradition has been a staple at the school for several years.

COMMUNITY CHARACTER

Kathy O’Brien makes 'em laugh

By Jessica Loftus Community Character is a periodic column that features a community member who lives or works in the Regional’s Palos-Orland coverage territory. Community characters are people who strive to embody the qualities of integrity, competence, generosity, tolerance, compassion, strength and perseverance - with a touch of humility. Although they may not necessarily have achieved the Nirvana of Enlightenment, they have contributed in some significant way, perhaps quietly, to our community.

Ho Ho! Hee Hee Hee! We have all heard that laughter is the best medicine. Orland Park resident Kathy O’Brien, a registered nurse, truly lives this motto, derived from the Book of Proverbs.

Certified as a laughter leader, Kathy leads monthly laughter sessions called Laughter Circles at The Center in Palos Park. She also offers laughter sessions at the Orland Park Recreation Department, the Autumn Leaves assisted living community and St Xavier University’s Renaissance Academy.

Kathy’s warm, humorous presence and contagious giggle infect her participants until they are reeling from belly laughs that truly heal the mind, body and spirit.

Picture Harvey Korman breaking character while cracking up at Carol Burnett’s antics in one of their sketches, and you will get the idea.

So what is a laughter session?

It is not stand-up comedy. Kathy guides her session participants to laugh on command, using a variety of laughter exercises, like repeating in unison “Ho Ho! Hee Hee Hee!” At first, the laughter seems a bit forced, like Ed McMahon’s “human laugh track” response to Johnny Carson’s jokes. But it soon warms into a more genuine Eddy Murphy-style of chuckle. Before long, the laughter escalates into a Joan River’s ripple of hoots and giggles.

After only a few minutes, participants actually experience some of the real health benefits of laughter: improved energy, reduced stress, improved mood, lower blood pressure, improved immune system, released endorphins, improved heart health and general sense of well being. They also learn suggestions for living more joyfully.

Over the years, Kathy has engaged hundreds of laughter participants at various events and local venues, including Lake Katherine, WellbeingMD, the Palos Heights Public Library and my own Gratitude Well Counseling and Resources in Palos Heights.

When she is not busy inspiring others to snicker, Kathy volunteers her time at the South Side Networking Women’s Association, Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Windy City Vietnam Veteran’s Association and Orlanbrook Condominium Association. On top of this, she manages to take classes at St. Xavier University, The Center and the Palos Heights Recreation Center.

Who can forget the classic Mary Tyler Moore episode when Mary suffered an uncontrollable fit of laughter at Chuckles the Clown’s funeral? As much as Kathy loves to laugh, she also

Kathy O’Brien

understands the serious side of life. While pursuing her 25-year tenure as a pediatric nurse at the University of Chicago’s Wyler’s Children Hospital, she realized her true calling as a laughter healer after she observed first-hand the healing power of laughter. “We were lucky enough to have Caring Clowns on our staff, and while changing a child’s dressing after major surgery (with him crying and Mom upset), I motioned the clowns to come into the room,” Kathy recalled. “While they did their ‘work’, I finished mine – more easily. The child and his Mom were both able to experience the benefits of laughter, especially its ability to alleviate pain.”

“I always wanted to be a nurse, especially with children,” Kathy said. “That must have been the reason I babysat five children for the entire summer following eighth grade. I guess that was my first nanny job. After graduating high school, I attended St. Vincent’s Infant Asylum (yes, a horrible connotation goes with that name), and I became trained as a child-care technician. I worked in this capacity at a newborn nursery and Pediatrician’s office. After I graduated from Moraine Valley’s nursing program, I worked as a nurse at Little Company of Mary Hospital on the new-mother unit. “ Kathy later worked as a homehealth nurse caring for patients with disabilities and serious illnesses. One day one of her patients, suffering from hypertension, was watching the news when she arrived. She took his blood pressure and it was elevated, so she advised him to switch channels to a comedy station. He did. After a half an hour, she took his blood pressure again: noting that it had dropped. Imagine pharmaceutical

companies’ reaction to a medicine that is free, quick and effective – without any side effects.

Asked what she does for fun, Kathy broke into song “When Irish Eyes are Smiling.” With a gleam in her eye, she explained: “That’s code for going to fun parties.”

Her favorite yearly events include a St. Patrick’s Day party, open to all who are Irish or wannabe Irish, held on the day of the South Side Irish Parade and an Irish New Years’ Eve party that counts down to 6 p.m. Chicago time, which happens to be midnight in Dublin.

Kathy received her laughter certification from the World Laughter Tour, an organization dedicated to leading the world to health, happiness and peace through laughter. In keeping with their motto, “Think globally, laugh locally,” they practice good-hearted living which states that Mondays are for compliments, Tuesdays for flexibility, Wednesdays for Gratitude, and Thursdays for Kindness.

Fridays are for Forgiveness, and Weekends are for CHOCOLATE! Founded by Steve Wilson, “Cheerman of the Bored,” the World Laughter Tour (worldlaughtertour. com) says that observing these six practices can “prevent hardening of the attitudes.”

As Jack Nicholson’s character ‘The Joker’ chided Batman with his maniacal chortle, “Haven’t you ever heard of the healing power of laughter?” Kathy would certainly agree because she ends her laughter sessions with this advice from her adopted granddaughter, “Don’t be Mad, Don’t be Sad, Turn that Frown Upside Down.”

For more information, contact Kathy O’Brien, Laughologist, Joyologist at laughwkathy@yahoo. com or visit her website laughwkathy.com.

OPINION

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The “Four Freedoms” President Franklin D. Roosevelt outlined in his State of the Union address to Congress in January 1941 inspired the set of four paintings of that name by Norman Rockwell. Rockwell’s “Freedom from Want” became an iconic image for the World War II generation and their children of Thanksgiving, the most American of our national holidays.

A Thanksgiving message From the General Society of Mayflower Descendants On this day, as you carve the turkey, and look around the table at your loved ones, there are important lessons you can teach both young and old about our American Thanksgiving holiday.

When the Pilgrims traveled to America on the Mayflower, before coming ashore, they wrote a Compact, or an agreement, on how they would govern themselves. That document inspired the Founding Fathers as they drafted our United States Constitution.

The Pilgrims are the first colonists during the Colonial period who practiced self-governance.

The Pilgrims and the Wampanoag Indians wrote a treaty, once they made contact in New England, that allowed them to live together peacefully for fifty years. Plymouth Colony stood out admirably for its consistent attempt to treat Native Americans fairly in the courts, for paying Natives for land, and for allowing the courts to settle differences between the Pilgrims and Indians.

As you enjoy your delicious meal on our national Thanksgiving holiday, you are repeating a celebration the Pilgrims shared with the Native Americans in 1621, one year after they arrived in America. After gathering a bountiful harvest, a three-day Thanksgiving celebration was enjoyed with 90 members of the Wampanoag Tribe including Chief Massasoit. Their thanksgiving included food, games, and fellowship.

In honor of the 1621 celebration between the Pilgrims and Native Americans, on October 3, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln issued a proclamation declaring the last Thursday in November to be a day of “thanksgiving and praise.”

Hopefully, discussing the Pilgrim story will create meaningful conversation around your table on Thanksgiving Day. There are some 10 million people in America who are Mayflower descendants so it is important that we not forget this unique American story. The Pilgrim story is about how we became who we are. The Pilgrim story is America’s story.

— Lea Sinclair Filson, Governor General, General Society Mayflower Descendants (GSMD) The General Society of Mayflower Descendants is a lineage society that has some 30,000 members and welcomes anyone who researches and proves lineage to the Mayflower Pilgrims. In addition to genealogy research, our mission is to educate the public as to why the Pilgrims were important, how they helped shape western civilization, and what their story means today. Themayflowersociety.org.

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Want to terrorize a terrorist? Live Free

By Gene Policinski Want to know how to terrorize a terrorist? Read the 45 words of the First Amendment — preferably aloud.

Airstrikes and drone strikes?

Threats and condemnations from the leaders of the most powerful nations in the history of the planet? Targeted assassinations at home or abroad?

To some degree, those tactics may well put fear in the shadowy collections of would-be dictators and pseudo-religious fanatics now operating around the world. And certainly the quick French response — including the raid in which the suspected mastermind of the Sept. 13 attacks died — should serve as a graphic demonstration of speedy justice.

But simply go out to a cafe in Paris for a relaxed evening of conversation, free of government or despotic controls on your opinions, your music or your ideas. ISIS can’t handle that. Worship a bit differently than others in Baghdad or Aleppo, or a dozen other places — and extremists strike. Or just visit a market in Yola or Lagos, Nigeria, where Boko Haram and others are trying to strangle a developing and diverse society. And that’s just in the last few weeks.

Freedom of expression and religious liberty, it would seem, really do terrorize terrorists.

These ragtag collections of misguided zealots are so frightened by such simple daily declarations of freedom that they have been driven to shoot, stab, bomb and execute — most recently, 132 people in Paris; more than 50 people in Nigeria; and 43 people in Beirut.

For the nations and societies that have been targeted, the stepped-up pace of the mass killings brought a new, if fragile, sense of cooperation. The result: Nightly news reports of military action.

But what about the rest of us? Well, there’s a simple, two-step tactic — an approach rooted in the fright felt by these terrorists.

Step One: Live freely. Step Two: Repeat step one. Daily.

Those core freedoms — in the U.S., the freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly and petition — are under challenge and attack in so many places, from the cowardly killing of innocents in heartless attacks, to gore-filled cyberspace campaigns spewing hatred, to the intentional misuse of legal structures to impede, imprison and imperil those who would think, write, speak and worship freely.

Terrorists and hijacked governments try each day to silence those in opposition.

But those who fear freedom so greatly will be terrorized every

single day by the mere sight of freedom and the empowerment it brings to individuals.

Doubt that freedom has the power to frighten? Just go online and catch the verve, nerve and sense of solidarity shown in recent days by children and adults, concert-goers and sports fans around the world, all singing the “Marseillaise,” the French national anthem.

There also are some things we don’t want to do. Rep. Joe Barton (R-Texas) wants the federal government to block Internet sites used by the Islamic State. Barton conceded that such sites still will “pop up like weeds,” and in fact said he supports the concept of free speech, but he still has asked the Federal Communications Commission to battle ISIS through control of content.

But restraints on the marketplace of ideas advanced by the terror groups will only fuel misunderstandings, prevent the rest of us from seeing savagery and hatred close-up, and give censors a new, “well, you do it too” excuse. Better the real devils we do know, than to encourage new ones.

And journalists worldwide must acknowledge a tragic equality in attacks around the world, so that the opponents of freedom can’t divide its supporters with claims that media attention or national sympathy only happens with attacks in

the West — a claim already being made regarding news coverage of the Paris attacks versus the world attention paid to the two Beirut bombings, and now Nigeria. In fact, there are real differences in the nature of the tragedies, from their scope to ready access by news media to the shock of an attack in a “safe” city.

Satire, as it so often has in history, draws out the truth in things even as it makes us laugh. John Oliver, host of HBO’s “Last Week Tonight,” opened his latest show with a short commentary on the Paris tragedy, just 48 hours after it occurred. He mocked the killers in what he accurately described as “a moment of premium-cable profanity.”

“Nothing about what these (attackers) are trying to do is going to work,” Oliver said, after declaring the killers followed a “bankrupt” ideology.

“France is going to endure, and I’ll tell you why: If you’re in a war of culture and lifestyle with France, good ... luck.”

Now that bit of free speech ought to terrorize any terrorist who hears it.

Gene Policinski is chief operating officer of the Newseum Institute and senior vice president of the Institute’s First Amendment Center. He can be reached at gpolicinski@newseum.org. Follow him on Twitter: @genefac

Rev. Jackson stands up for rights of American Arabs There is a running joke in the white community that is somewhat racist. Every time there is a crisis, Rev. Jesse Jackson will be there in front of the cameras.

Few Americans have stood up for civil rights more than Jackson. He doesn’t take on the easy fights. He takes on the toughest ones, battles most other good people are afraid to fight.

I met Jackson back in 1974 when he met American Arab businessmen who were being libeled in Chicago’s biased mainstream news media.

Back then, American Arabs naively believed the news media was fair and objective. The reality was many reporters allowed their personal priorities to slant their coverage. Reporters and editors with ties to Israel, for example, often twisted facts to make the Arabs look bad. There were no American Arab journalists back then to counter the bias, which is why I became one.

American Arabs believed that if they had

RAY HANANIA a strong vocal champion for their cause, they could get fairness. And Jackson wanted to help. He argued the Arab community had to fight, too, raising $100,000 for the cause. That was a lot back then, but the Arab community stepped up to the plate.

There was absolutely nothing wrong with it, but the Chicago Sun-Times at the time turned it into something terrible. They interviewed several Arabs who were at that meeting, including me, and twisted our naïve comments and beliefs.

I couldn’t lie then and I can’t lie now.

The criticism against Jackson was very unfair. The truth is that Jackson, who was with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. when

he was assassinated on April 4, 1968, has become a strong voice for civil rights, even involving victims of civil rights who were easy to hate. Like today, where many Americans hate Muslims and believe they should all be locked up in concentration camps, forced to carry special IDs, take special “oaths” to remain in America, or simply be deported.

Sometimes Jackson is the only person who has the courage to stand up and defend the victims of discrimination.

This past week I got a chance to see Jackson in person when he was the only civil rights leader to stand shoulder to shoulder with the Muslim community in Orland Park. Jackson traveled from his headquarters on Chicago’s South Side more than 20 miles to be with the leaders of the Orland Park Prayer Center, one of the Chicago area’s dozen mosques.

Only one media, a local community See HANANIA, Page 5

READERS WRITE Voted no against new country taxes Dear Editor, On Wednesday, Nov. 18, the Cook County Board passed its FY2016 Budget which included four new taxes: 1) Hotel Tax, 2) Ammunition Tax, 3) E-Cigarette & E-Liquid Tax, and 4) Ticket Re-Sellers Tax. Unfortunately, all four taxes were passed as part of the FY2016 Budget placing a greater financial burden on the businesses of these four industries and Cook County taxpayers.

I want to thank the many concerned residents and businesses for their numerous correspondences during the six-week budget process. Your voices did not go unheard. I voted “No” on all four tax proposals as well as the FY2016 Budget because I fundamentally disagree with the

continuous creation of new taxes which I believe will negatively impact our local economy and taxpayers. As a small business owner, I know firsthand the taxation pressures placed upon businesses in Cook County and the negative impact it can have on residents.

Moreover, these new taxes will have a direct impact on the suburban 17th District in particular as the district shares nearly 40 miles of border with DuPage and Will counties. These new taxes are on top of the 1 percent sales tax increase passed just four months ago. We know from experience that these new taxes will put businesses in the 17th District at an economic disadvantage against neighboring businesses just a short drive across the county line.

Raising taxes can no longer be the

primary remedy to addressing fiscal matters because creating new revenue streams inevitably leads to new spending. Our path to fiscal stability needs to be built squarely around strong fiscal reform policies across all areas of Cook County government along with fostering a positive economic environment where businesses can thrive.

I look forward to working with my county board colleagues and President Preckwinkle’s administration to create new and innovative reforms and establish more quantifiable measures to continue to move Cook County government in the right fiscal direction.

Sean M. Morrison Cook County Commissioner 17th District, Palos Park

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POLICE BLOTTER: ORLAND PARK Orland man charged with DUI after crash Orland Park police charged Kenneth John Klucinski, 51, of Orland Park, with DUI, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, improper lane usage and no proof of insurance as they investigated a multi-vehicle crash near 141st Street and 82nd Avenue at 1:04 p.m. Nov. 6. Klucinski’s SUV allegedly struck several vehicles, including that of an off-duty Cook County Sheriff’s police officer. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Klucinski is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on Dec. 15.

Driver charged with DUI after witness calls police Orland Park resident Vladimir A. Grah, 34, was charged with DUI and improper lane usage after police encountered him in the Walgreens parking lot at 147th Street and La Grange Road at 5:34 p.m. Nov. 8. A witness who said he had followed Grah’s car and called 911 to report erratic driving directed police to the parking lot, according to the police report. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Grah was given a court date of Dec. 10 in Bridgeview.

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St. Spyridon Church youth pack thank you goody bags for Heights police, firefighters The children of St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church, Palos Heights, got together Saturday, Nov. 14, for a special Make A Difference Day project to thank Palos Heights public safety officers for their service to protect the community.

Under the guidance of the ladies organization, the St. Spyridon Philoptochos Society, and the parish PTA, the children, ranging

from pre-school through high school, honored the Palos Heights police, firefighters and dispatchers.

The children lined up to assemble “thank you” bags for those that serve our community. Each bag was filled with all sorts of goodies to help our service people through the day, even some Greek cookies.

After a pizza lunch, the “thank you” bags were then delivered to the Palos Heights police station,

a fire station and the dispatchers facility. The kids were received with kindness and hospitality by everyone, even getting to try on a fireman’s uniform and sit in the fire truck. Not only did the St. Spyridon kids recognize the importance of saying “thank you” to our hometown heroes, but the heroes were pleasantly surprised with their act of kindness and appreciation.

The Ladies Philoptochos Society is led by President Mrs. Olga Paxinos. The St. Spyridon P.T.A. is led by President Mrs. Demitra Mikroulis. Under the guidance of Fr. Tilemahos Alikakos, St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church is located at 12307 South Ridgeland in Palos Heights.

— St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church

Police charged Samantha K. Knott, 32, of Tinley Park, with DUI and improper lane usage after they curbed her car near 151st Street and Royal Georgian Lane at 6:20 a.m. Nov. 8. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Knott is due in court in Bridgeview on Wednesday.

Dixmoor resident Daryl J. McNeil, 32, was charged with DUI, improper lane usage, failure to signal when required and operating a motor vehicle with no front license plate after police stopped his SUV at 159th Street and 84th Avenue at 2:03 a.m. Nov. 11. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and McNeil is set to appear in court in Bridgeview on Dec. 17.

Police charged Dixmoor resident Juan A. Gaytan, 47, with DUI, improper lane usage, making an improper turn and illegal transportation of alcohol after they stopped his car at 159th Street and 80th Avenue at 2:03 a.m. Nov. 3. They said they spotted a bottle of Bud Light on the vehicle’s rear floor, as

one of the biggest party nights of the year. It’s known as Black Wednesday, the day before Thanksgiving.

This “black” is ominous -- blacking out from drinking too much alcohol. For youth, particularly college students, Wednesday is a time to spend with friends before family get-togethers begin.

Chief Joe Miller said Palos Park officers will be deployed to watch for speeding, and focus on high-risk behaviors such as impaired

Charged with DUI

Frances Otrembiak, 27, of Crestwood, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol when she was stopped at 1:11 a.m. Nov. 19, in the 13100 block of South Harlem Avenue.

Police said she was also cited for speeding and is due in court on Dec. 30.

Paul H. Zych, 33, of Midlothian, was charged with DUI in the 6200 block of West College Drive at 6:37 p.m. Friday. Police said he driving, seatbelt violations and aggressive and was also cited for improper lane usage. Zych is due in court on distracted driving.

Miller said: “We hope our efforts work to Dec. 30.

Angie M. Sudeikis, 27, of Sumend senseless tragedies that in most cases could mit, was charged with DUI after a have been prevented.” “Palos Park’s frontline traffic stop at 3:08 a.m. Sunday, in officers will be highly visible throughout the the 12700 block of West Auburn weekend and will have a “zero tolerance” Avenue. Police said she was also approach to drivers recklessly putting others’ cited for improper lane usage, and was issued a summons to appear lives at risk.”

— Palos Park PD in court on Dec. 30.

Avoid the pitfalls of Black Friday, Cyber-Monday Even though some retailers have changing attitudes regarding Black Friday and Cyber-Monday, millions of shoppers are expected to hit the stores and/or go online in search of bargains they hope will save them hundreds of dollars. For many consumers it has become a tradition shopping the Friday and Monday after Thanksgiving; but armed with that knowledge, scammers who wish to take advantage of harried shoppers will be waiting. Whether shopping at a local store or online, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns buyers to be alert for scammers and hackers looking to benefit from early holiday cheer.

“Everyone is looking for a deal but consumers need to make sure those deals are real, said Steve J. Bernas, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois.

“Whether you are online or in a store consumers should take steps to protect themselves.”

“A study done by Nerdwallet. com shows that the prices advertised as Black Friday deals can often be found for the same price at other times of the year, which negates any real deal” stated

Bernas.

The BBB president also noted “shoppers should also be aware some of those special prices can only be achieved after the buyer sends in the mail-in rebate and then may wait weeks for the refund.”

Tips for Black Friday shoppers: • Research before you shop If you find a great coupon, be sure to print it and bring it to the store with you. Check out Business Reviews at www.bbb. org to make sure you are dealing with a reputable business that will guarantee the sale prices they claim to have.

• Know Store Policies - Knowing the store policies on returns can help you determine where to buy. Many retailers may include restocking fees and shorter return deadlines.

• Ask for Gift Receipts - Gift receipts generally include a description of the item purchased but do not disclose the price paid.

Without proof-of-purchase, the recipient may be turned down for returning or exchanging the item or risk receiving an exchange for

the current selling price of the item.

Online shopping tips for Cyber Monday: • Shop on trustworthy websites - Shoppers should start with the BBB to check the seller’s Business Review for customer satisfaction at www.bbb.org. Always look for the BBB seal on retailer websites and click on the seals to confirm that they are valid.

• Protect your personal information - Take time to read the site’s privacy policy and understand what personal information is being requested and how it will be used. If there isn’t one posted, it should be taken as a red flag that personal information may be sold to others without permission.

• Beware of deals that sound too good to be true - Offers on websites and in unsolicited e-mails can often sound too good to be true, especially extremely low prices on hard-to-get items. Consumers should always go with their instincts and not be afraid to pass up a “deal” that might cost them dearly in the end.

• Confirm your online purchase is secure - Shoppers should always look in the address box

for the “s” in https:// and in the lower-right corner for the “lock” symbol before paying. If there are any doubts about a site, the BBB recommends right-clicking anywhere on the page and selecting “Properties.” This will let you see the real URL (website address) and the dialog box will reveal if the site is not encrypted.

• Pay with a credit card - It’s best to use a credit card, because under Federal law, the shopper can dispute the charges if he or she doesn’t receive the item. Shoppers also have dispute rights if there are unauthorized charges on their credit card, and many card issuers have “zero liability” policies under which the card holder pays nothing if someone steals the credit card number and uses it.

• Keep documentation of your order - After completing the online order process, there may be a final confirmation page or the shopper might receive confirmation by e-mail. The BBB recommends saving a copy of the Web page and any e-mails for future reference and as a record of the purchase.

— Better Business Bureau

Pair charged with retail theft of cosmetics Police charged Debra A. Pietrzyk, 57, and Lisa M. Pietrzyk, 23, both of the same address in Orland Park, with retail theft after they allegedly stole nearly $180 worth of cosmetics from a beauty supply store in the 15700 block of South La Grange Road at 12:48 p.m. Nov. 1. The police report did not indicate their family relationship, and both women are set to appear in court in Bridgeview on Dec. 15.

Charged with driving while license suspended Palos Heights resident Darren Frank Pajak, 52, was charged with driving on a suspended license and operating a motor vehicle with no front license plate after police curbed his SUV in the 15500 block of South Harlem Avenue at 11:40 a.m. Nov. 4. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Pajak is expected to appear in court in Bridgeview on Wednesday.

Police charged Orland Park resident Raymond G. Garcia, 40, with driving on a suspended license and disobeying a stop sign after they stopped his van at 143rd Street and Streamstown Court at 8:45 p.m. Oct. 31. He is due in court in Bridgeview on Wednesday.

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Cops plan holiday weekend crackdown As motorist hit the road to visit with family and friends, The Palos Park Police Department wants every celebration to be a joyous occasion, so travelers are reminded that state and local law enforcement will be out in force through the Thanksgiving weekend.

Palos Park police officers will be out in force over the long Thanksgiving Holiday weekend looking for speeders and others violating traffic laws.

The night before Thanksgiving is considered

well as an open bottle of Smirnoff mango vodka. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Gaytan is expected to appear in court in Bridgeview on Wednesday.

Orland Park resident Edward J. Puriski, 31, was charged with DUI, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and disobeying a traffic signal after police encountered his car in the 9500 block of West 151st Street at 2:03 a.m.

Oct. 29. Police said they saw the vehicle drive into a construction zone, strike the top of a sewer drain and hit a construction barrel before coming to a stop. The car was towed and impounded, and Puriski was scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on Tuesday.

Police charged Plainfield resident Alyssa C. Reinecke, 26, with DUI and driving on the wrong side of the road after they stopped her car in the 16700 block of South Wolf Road at 12:09 a.m. Oct. 31.

She was given a court date of Dec. 17 in Bridgeview.

Driver charged with cannabis possession Alejandro Cortez, 29, of Chicago, was charged with possession of cannabis after being stopped for an equipment violation at 12:29 a.m. Nov. 18, in the 11900 block of South Harlem Avenue.

Police said they detected the odor of cannabis coming from inside the vehicle, and Cortez turned over an unspecified amount of the drug. He was also cited for driving without insurance and having no rear registration light. He is due

Hanania Continued from Page 4 paper, sent a reporter. WLS sent a camera. I felt embarrassed for journalism that so few media covered Jackson’s press conference. He made some powerful points.

Jackson said that what is happening to Muslims and to Syrian refugees happened to Jews back in the 1930s when America turned Jewish refugees away who were trying to flee the rise of Adolf Hitler’s Nazism; a Nazism I am proud to say my father and uncle, two Palestinians, fought against during World War II. He called the fear and re-

in court on Dec. 4.

Purse stolen in car burglary A purse was stolen in a car burglary in the 12800 block of South Ridgeland Avenue that was reported at 5:57 p.m. Friday.

Police said an unknown offender broke a window on the vehicle to get the purse.

Business burglarized Police responded to a burglar alarm in a commercial building in the 12100 block of South Harlem Avenue at 1:30 a.m. Sunday.

They found the front glass door broken out and it was later determined that merchandise had been stolen from inside.

Charged with driving while license suspended Timothy M. Sarcia, 26, of Park Ridge, was charged with driving on a suspended license when he was stopped at 7:50 p.m. Saturday, in the 12700 block of South Harlem Avenue.He is due in court on Dec. 30.

Larry L. Harris, 24, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 17, in the 11700 block of Southwest Highway. Police said he was also charged with driving without insurance and expired registration.

He is due in court on Dec. 4. fusal to accept Syrian refugees “un-American.” And I agree.

He said so much more, that he would stand with Muslims, Arabs and Syria refugees during these times of increasing hate.

I wrote a news story about his comments for Al Jazeera English this week. You can check it out online.

If you believe in an America that is just and doesn’t allow terrorists of any religion or race to undermine our principles with fear, you will.

Ray Hanania is an award winning former Chicago City Hall reporter and columnist.

Email him at rghanania@gmail. com.

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Surgeon gives breast cancer report to St. Spyridon Philoptochos society The Ladies Philoptochos Society of St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church in Palos Heights recently hosted a lecture presentation called “Getting Smart About Breast Cancer.”

Guest speaker, Dr. Thomas J. Vasdekas of Palos Community Hospital and Silver Cross Hospital, spoke on the most recent findings, treatments options and prevention tactics for breast cancer. Dr. Vasdekas specializes in general, laparoscopic and robotic surgery. A lively discussion and question/answer period followed Dr. Vasdekas’ presentation.

The Philoptochos organization is the women’s philanthropic society of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, and one of the largest philanthropic women’s

Helen J. Bilina

Helen J. Bilina, nee Goryl, 90 years of Palos Heights. Helen was born on Jan. 8, 1925 in Chicago and passed away on Thursday, Nov. 19.

She was the beloved wife of the late Michael J. Devoted mother of Bob (Faith), Michael (Lynn), Glenn (Mary) and Darlene (Chris) Smith. Loving grandmother of 10. Cherished great-grandmother of four. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held Sunday. Funeral from the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, in Crestwood, to St. Alexander Church for Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred.

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Guest speaker Dr. Thomas J. Vasdekas of Palos Community Hospital and Silver Cross Hospital gave an update on breast cancer prevention and treatment options to the ladies society of St. Spyridon Church in Palos Heights.

organizations in the world. Philoptochos in Greek means “friends to the poor” with a mission to aid the poor, the destitute, the hungry, the

aged, the sick, the unemployed, the orphaned, the imprisoned, the widowed, the handicapped and the victims of disaster.

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Winniefred “Winnie” Piorkowski, 84 years of Palos Heights. Winnie was born on April 12, 1931 and passed away on Friday, Nov. 20.

Beloved wife of Aloysius. Proud mother of Walter (Kathy), Alan (Dawn), Jim, Virginia (Douglas) Welbes, John, Edward, Deborah (the late Dennis) Maxson, Michelle (John) Marsh, Arthur, Robert and the late Patricia, deceased 1960 “Our Angel in Heaven”. Loving grandmother of Kristin, Jason, Alyssa, Alex, David, Ross, Sam, Brandi, Lorraine, Jay, Alexis and Ashley. Cherished great grandmother of Chloe, Colton, Camden and Logan. Dear sister of Carolyn (Bill) Hundt, Norbert (Marilyn) Wylie and the late George (Priscilla) Wylie and Barbara (the late George) McClure.

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grateful that I live in a country where I can carry a gun and protect my family. If only someone in that concert hall had had a gun, or preferably three or four people, then so many lives probably would have not been lost. Banning guns like they do in France would only make us like sheep in a pen to shoot.

The forecast is for snow later tonight and into tomorrow when Catherine will be flying in. I am grateful for the snow, as winter here in Chicago still excites the Florida boy in me. I am grateful for skilled pilots and crew who will be piloting her plane and for all the guys on the ground who keep the runway cleared for landing.

The sun is starting to rise and I can see about 10 small brown birds, two woodpeckers and a bright red cardinal on the birdfeeder out my window. I am grateful for such an amazing sight. I spent a couple of weeks on this couch and needed Connie’s help to get up from a sitting position for the first few days. I’m back now, but Bill said I can’t start lifting weights or doing too much at the gym until early January so I am deteriorating rapidly! I am grateful to have such a good friend and surgeon. Our whole country is blessed to have great medical and surgical care across this land.

I am grateful for the time I was forced to slow down during the two weeks post op. It gave me a new appreciation for how much of life I have been missing by being so busy these past too many years.

I am really grateful for dogs.

What an amazing animal. Our dogs have become accustomed to my rising at 5 a.m. BB stays in his bed, but the other three jump up on the couch and find spots as close to me as they can and go back to sleep from 5 to 6. Occasionally I have to disturb them by getting up for more coffee but they wait on the couch for me to return and go right back to sleep. In a while Molly will jump up onto the back of the chair by the window, see a squirrel, and go nuts. Yesterday when we did our commando raid on the squirrels she was only about 2 feet away from one racing across the yard before he reached the big maple tree.

I’m grateful thinking about going in to work at 8:30. I’m grateful for work to do and I am especially

grateful for our staff. Right now Connie and I have about the best staff we have ever had. I know that they will all be there, everything will be in good order and everyone will be willing to work hard without complaining (except perhaps me). Since its Friday (I officially made Fridays “Casual Friday”) I am grateful that I don’t have to decide which white shirt and tie to wear. Today it’s a flannel shirt and jeans. I am grateful that I don’t have a boss and can wear whatever I want.

I am grateful that my staff likes old music from the ‘50s and 60’s, or at least pretend they do. I am grateful for Pandora and the good music we can play in the clinic.

Today I am especially grateful for Groebe Realty and Management Company. Last month we switched our office complex management service to Groebe and they are trying to help extricate us from the quagmire that our association has found ourselves bogged down with from working with that Tinley Park service. If anyone ever asks you if you want to be on the board of directors of anything say no.

Yesterday afternoon I was sitting at the microscope looking at some tumor cytology or whatever and a large ladder appeared outside the window where I was sitting and landed up against our roof with a thud. I recognized Ray DeVries of Devries Roofing and yelled at him out the window. Out of nowhere he showed up to blow the leaves out of our gutter, trim some limbs and inspect our roof for the winter. No one called him out. Can you believe that?

I am grateful for knowing some really great veterinary specialists that we can call on to help us with hard cases. Frank Norton at VCA Berwyn is one of those doctors.

Below you will see his most recent prize- winning photo taken at the Brookfield Zoo. I am grateful for the good health that we have enjoyed for so long and I am grateful for those clients who share their problems with me at the clinic and I am grateful that I have the sense that I need to pray for them. We have been ultra-blessed with many thousands of wonderful clients over the years and realize how lucky we have been. Hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving and God Bless America.

Visitation was held Tuesday. Funeral Wednesday, from the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, Crestwood, to St. Alexander Church for Mass. Interment private at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to Misericordia Home, 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL 60660 marked to benefit Robert Piorkowski Resident # 6009A. 708 824-9000.

Richard Kooy

Richard Kooy, age 89, of Orland Park, died on Nov. 21. WWII US Navy Veteran, beloved husband of Eleanor, nee Bloem, and the late Annette, nee Olthoff. Loving father of Doris (Paul) Boer, Jennifer (Timothy) Zoeterman, Richard J. (Karen) Kooy and the late Jo Ann Kreps. Dear step father of Beth Ann (Charles) Leensvaart and Keith (Joanne) Brink. Cherished grandfather of 13 and great-grandfather of 27. Fond brother of Johanna (late Marvin) Witteveen, John (Sue and the late Elizabeth) Kooy, and the late Peter (late Cornelia) Kooy, Jeanette (late Andrew) Van Dyke, and Ralph (Evelyn) Kooy.

Mr. Kooy was born in Cicero. Retired as a field administrator from Chevrolet Division of GM with 30 years of service.

Visitation was held Nov. 24. Funeral Service was held Nov. 25 at Colonial Chapel in Orland Park.

Interment Evergreen Cemetery, Evergreen Park.

Memorials to Elim Christian Services preferred.

HOUSES OF WORSHIP Advent Vespers and cantata at the Wayside Chapel

JOHN FLEMING Warning. There is no veterinary medical advice in this week’s column. Contained herein are only the random wandering thoughts of an old veterinarian in the early morning hours on the Friday before the Thanksgiving holiday. If this thought bothers you I suggest you turn to the next page or the sports section immediately.

I usually try to get my article in to Jack at the Regional on Fridays.

I am grateful now for computers and email. In the early days of the article I would find myself driving sometimes at midnight in the freezing sleet and snow over to The Regional’s office on Harlem Avenue to put a hard copy through their mail slot. Often I would be in the woods of Wisconsin looking for someone with a fax machine to send in my article. I am grateful now for email. I had finished this week’s column yesterday and was going to send it in today but it’s a little rough and probably not appropriate for Thanksgiving so I had to think of something else.

Daylight saving time has not been kind to me this year. Regardless of what time I go to sleep I find myself waking up at 5 a.m.

I let the dogs out to pee, try to go back to sleep, always fail to do so and usually find myself shortly after 5 making some coffee and a fire and sitting on the couch, looking out to our backyard. In thinking about this week’s article I thought perhaps I would write about what I am thankful for. So here goes.

First of all I am thankful that I have a warm house and a hot cup of coffee. I like to make it strong and can’t imagine why anyone would drink decaf. I am grateful for the people who bust their butts growing the coffee beans around the world and for the whole production and distribution system.

At 6 a.m. on Fridays I hear the garbage truck. Usually the noise is annoying to me but today I feel grateful for those guys getting up so early to haul away my garbage each week. I am glad I don’t have to bury it in my yard.

I am grateful for the fire that I was able to start a little while ago. It’s the only light in the room at this time of day and I could sit here and watch it for hours.

I am grateful to the young man from Holy Smoke wood company that brought and stacked my wood after my recent surgery.

I felt bad letting someone stack my wood for me, but Connie was around and if she had caught me stacking it she’d kill me. I am grateful to have such a great wife and friend. She’s been watching out and caring for me since September of ’74. My daughter is flying in Saturday from Minneapolis for her mom’s birthday party and I am grateful that my kids have good husbands and their own great kids who are becoming great grandkids. They are a real joy.

I am grateful that I have a God of love and peace and one who forgives me without reservation every time I screw up. I am grateful for living in a strong and free country and I daily thank the people in the military services and our law enforcement people.

We are so blessed.

I am also grateful that we have only 353 days and 13 hours until we elect a new president. I am

DEATH NOTICES

Candlelit Vesper services will be held every Sunday in Advent, beginning this Sunday, at 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., in the Wayside Chapel at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park.

Center pastoral director the Rev. Chris Hopkins invites all who wish to meditate upon the meaning of Christmas. This Sunday’s services will feature a Christmas cantata of sacred music by The Center Singers, led by director Penny Wills.

The remaining services will focus on the birth of Jesus of Nazareth on Dec. 6, on the Shepherds’ experience on Dec. 13, and on the journey of the Magi on Dec. 20. The season ends with two services on Christmas Eve: a family service at 3 p.m. at the Anderson Center and a communion service for adults at 4:30 p.m. in The Center’s main lodge. For more, call The Center at 361-3650.

Advent at Christ Lutheran Church in Orland Park The season of Advent begins the new church year this Sunday.

The church will hold a special series of weekday Advent Communion services on the Thursdays of Advent, Dec. 3, 10 and 17.

The Thursday morning services begin at 11 a.m., with the OWLS Seniors Group serving a luncheon following each morning service.

Evening services begin at 7 p.m.

The evening Advent services will take place in Duehr Memorial

Chapel. The theme for the Advent Thursday services is “Hark, the Glad Sound” from Creative Communications for the Parish.

The church is at 14700 S. 94th Ave., Orland Park. (349-0431)

Advent labyrinth meditation at The Center Advent will be celebrated on Thursday, Dec. 3, at 6:30 p.m. with a labyrinth walk at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park.

Pastoral Director Chris Hopkins invites people to walk the labyrinth to prayerfully reflect upon the how the Christ is being born in our lives, right here, right now. The labyrinth is a large circular stone path for spiritual meditation, located at the far north end of The Center parking lot. According to Rev. Hopkins, the labyrinth is a “wonder-full” prayer tool to explore the mystery and the grace of this holy season.

There is no charge to join the walk, and no reservations are necessary. Call 361-3650 for more information.

Christmas Stories tour at Calvary Church The Jason Gray Christmas Stories Tour with Jonny Diaz and Carrollton will be held at 7 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 4, at Calvary Church, 16100 S. 104th Ave., Orland Park.

This concert is produced by World Vision as a way to begin the Christmas season with an evening of worship and praise.

VIP, general admission and group

Smith Crossing will welcome families, friends of people with dementia and Alzheimer’s Orland Park area residents who take care of older adults with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia are invited to attend special screening of a short film “The Family Guide to Alzheimer’s Disease” at a free memory support group at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 10, at Smith Crossing, 10501 Emilie Lane (enter at 104th Avenue and 183rd Street).

According to social services director Amy Majcina, the film was created to help families understand what to expect; deal effectively with the challenge of this disease; help their loved ones meet each day more successfully; and improve the quality of life for all involved.

Life enrichment director Dana Mahler says the film is about the nature of Alzheimer’s, its causes

and the stages of the disease, the typical symptoms, how to obtain a diagnosis and how the disease affects loved ones and alters the reality in which they live.

For many families, Alzheimer’s means a gradually diminishing quality of life both for the sufferer and caregivers. All too often, the disease has led to isolation—and even a certain social stigma. It can impose psychological and emotional burdens just as heavy as the physical one.

Light refreshments will be served before the approximately hour-long meeting ends. To reserve a place, please call 326-2300 or send an email to familyandfriends@smithcrossing.org.

— Smith Crossing

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING City of Palos Heights Liquor Hearing The City of Palos Heights Liquor Commissioner, Mayor Robert S. Straz will hold a public hearing to consider the request for a Retailer’s Class A Liquor License, on property located at 12231 S. Harlem Avenue, petitioner Frank and Marilyn Costa, a/k/a Buca, LLC, d/b/a Sam Buca’s Restaurant.

The Liquor Hearing will be held on Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. at the City of Palos Heights, City Hall, 7607 W. College Drive, Palos Heights, IL 60463.

Mayor Robert S. Straz City of Palos Heights Liquor Commissioner

tickets are available by calling 800-965-9324.

Jason Gray is a songwriter, with a noteworthy ability to convey deep theological truths in songs.

The Minnesota native has drawn legions of fans who recognize his ability to connect with listeners on an emotional level, offering not escape or distraction, but healing and hope. His 2012 release, “A Way To See In The Dark”, was named Album of the Year by critics and garnered three top-five radio singles, including Nothing is Wasted, which hit No. 1 for nine weeks.

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TCF NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND/OR DEVISEES OF LINDA C. FIC A/K/A LINDA FIC, SANDRA MONTANEZ, MANOR CARE OF PALOS HEIGHTS IL, LLC F/K/A MANOR CARE OF PALOS HEIGHTS EAST IL, LLC, CITY OF PALOS HEIGHTS, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF LINDA C. FIC A/K/A LINDA FIC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 00116 12525 S. MCVICKERS AVENUE 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 October 2, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 5, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 18 IN BLOCK 1 IN AUSTIN VIEW, A SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTH 1099 FEET OF THE EAST HALF (EXCEPT THE WEST 247 FEET OF THE EAST 1147 FEET OF THE SOUTH 545 FEET THEREOF) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 12525 S. MCVICKERS AVENUE, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-29-307-005-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $85,606.36.

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 part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact DAVID T. COHEN, DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES, 10729 WEST 159TH STREET, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467, (708) 460-7711 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.

DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES 10729 WEST 159TH STREET ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 (708) 460-7711 Attorney Code. 25602 Case Number: 15 CH 00116 TJSC#: 35-14649 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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COMMUNITY NOTES Palos Symphony Fr. Stanley Rudki Heritage Christmas Concert

1530. The library is at 12330 Forest Glen Blvd.

A Father Stanley R. Rudcki Heritage Christmas Concert featuring the Palos Symphony Orchestra with Patrick J. Mooney as conductor will be given at 3:30 p.m. this Sunday at St. Alexander Parish Center, in Palos Heights. The concert is a free; a free-will offering will be gladly appreciated.

Southwest Symphony The Sounds of the Season

Christmastime in Palos at Palos Heights library The Palos Heights Public Library will host its annual Christmastime in Palos celebration Saturday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. Join library staff and friends for this special holiday event featuring live music, holiday gift drawings, ornament making, face painting, snacks and refreshments, and an appearance by Mr. and Mrs. Claus. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and is free and opened to the public.

Feature Event: Christmas at the White House, 10 a.m. Jenny Riddle will entertain with holiday stories about First Families and the holiday songs they enjoyed over the years.

Feature Event for Children and Families: The Great Scott Magic Show, 11:30 a.m. The Great Scott will get all involved to help pull off his sharp magic.

McCord music recital at Palos Park library The Palos Park Public Library will host a music recital organized by the students of the McCord Gallery and Cultural Center at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 5.

Vocal and instrumental talents from McCord classes will perform. Register for this program online at www.palosparklibrary.org or by phone at 708-448-

Sleigh Ride, the Hallelujah Chorus, and the Coventry Carol are some of the highlights of the Southwest Symphony’s Christmas concert being performed in two locations: St. Stephen Church, at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, at 17500 S. 84th Ave., Tinley Park; and St. Damian Church at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 11th, at 5300 W. 155th St., Oak Forest.

Participating will be the music ministries of both churches and the Voices of the Valley. Tickets, $21 to $26, can be purchased at the door (cash/check) or in advance by calling 802-0686 or online at www. southwestsymphony.com. Seniors pay $16. Children, 12 and under, are free.

Instrumentalists wishing to audition for the Symphony should email southwestsymphony@gmail. com.

Heights Woman’s Club’s Christmas House Walk The Palos Heights Woman’s Club’s annual House Walk will be held on Saturday, Dec. 12, starting at Palos Country Club with a vendors’ boutique from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and a hot breakfast will be served from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Guests can purchase homemade cookies and take part in two raffles, the popular Win-Win raffle and a choice of over 15 themed gift baskets. From 11:30 to 3:30 p.m. several local homes decorated for the holidays will be open for viewing. From 2 to 5:30 p.m., Bon A Pit Restaurant at 122nd and Harlem will be offering $5 martinis and a $2 reduction on the cost of appetizers to anyone who has attended the walk.

Tickets cost $40 and can be purchased until Dec. 8 at Mona Lisa Boutique, 12330 S. Harlem Ave.

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IJHS musician selected to All-Illinois Junior Band Noah Ross Treat, of Palos Heights, an 8th-grader at Independence Junior High School, has auditioned for and been accepted into the inaugural 2016 All-Illinois Junior Band (AIJB) which will perform at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts on the University of Illinois campus on Jan. 16.

Directors of middle schools throughout Illinois nominated select dedicated student musicians to audition for this prestigious honor band which will represent the State of Illinois. It has been over five decades since Illinois has had a statewide honor band for middle school students.

Noah Treat plays the clarinet and the tenor saxophone in the Symphonic Band, Jazz Band and Patriot Band at Independence Junior High School. His band director is Brian Everson and his private instructor is Damian Aherne.

AIJB has been organized for the express purpose of selecting a statewide middle school honor band in Illinois. Its goals are to provide an opportunity for middle school students to perform excellent literature with a mature ensemble and distinguished conductor, and to interact with similarly dedicated student musicians from around the state of Illinois.

Noah Treat

SIMPLE GIFTS Palos Park PD Toys for Tots

serves families within the Palos Township border, which include Palos Heights, Palos Hills, Palos Park, Hickory Hills, Worth and parts of Orland Park.

To request a pick up and more information, call 671-3770.

Palos Park Police Department staff invites the community to contribute new, unwrapped toys for the 2015 Toys for Tots program, held by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve.

Toys are being collected at the Palos Park Police Station, 8999 W. 123rd St., through Wednesday, Dec. Giving tree at Orland library 16. Officer Deb Legatzke said her goal this year is The Orland Park Public Library is collecting new to help brighten the holidays for children in need. winter clothing items for needy families served by Orland Township through Dec. 30.

The public is invited to donate winter hats, gloves, Palos Park Police Cadets food drive scarves, even coats to the Giving Tree on the first The Palos Park Police Cadet program is holding floor of the Orland Park Public Library at the botits 15th annual Holiday Food Drive. They are look- tom of the stairs. ing for donations of non-perishable foods such as Items will be distributed by Orland Township to canned goods or boxed goods for families in need.. area families. This service project was started many The cadets will accept donations at the Palos years ago by Teen Inc, the library’s teen advisory Park Police Department, at 8999 W. 123rd Street. council. Patrons are invited to bring their donations The donations are being accepted through Jan. 1. to the Youth Services desk or place them directly All donations will go to the Palos Township Food on or under the tree. The library is at 14921 S. Pantry, 10802 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills, which Ravinia Ave.

Smith Crossing resident offers holiday advice for pet owners

Park Women end second blood drive

Photo by Patt Bailey

The Palos Park Woman’s Club held its second blood drive with Heartland Blood Centers on Nov. 17 at the Palos Park Recreation Center. Twenty-seven donors gave the gift of life at the event. Mary Ann Parkins (second from left) the club director of health, is pictured with her committee members Evelyn Fitzgerald, Lillian Courtney and Pat Burger. The club will hold its third annual blood drive in November 2016.

SCHOOL NOTES Palos 118 PFA Santa’s Secret Shop Santa will be opening up his workshop at Palos South Middle School on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. so young shoppers can experience the excitement and pride of secretly choosing their own holiday gifts for family and friends.

Palos South Middle School elves will be there to assist children with their gift selections and purchases before they proceed to a wrapping station while parents en-

joy a vendor fair and refreshments.

When the shopping excursion is complete, children will be reunited with their parents where they can play in the Fun Zone featuring an indoor snowball game, dj, a letter writing station to Santa, and other activities.

A special photo opportunity with Santa will also be available for $5. Also new this year, if a canned good donation is brought for the Palos Food Pantry, a child will receive a free facepainting.

This event is sponsored by the Palos 118 Parent Faculty Asso-

ciation (PFA).

p.m. Based on the novel “Heroic Measures” by Jill Ciment, Diane Keaton and Morgan Freeman star in this drama about a couple trying to sell their long-time apartment in New York City. Runtime 92 minutes.

• The following clubs meet weekly at the Palos Heights Public Library: Needle Club – Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon. Scrabble Club – Tuesdays from 1-3 p.m.

Mah Jongg – Tuesdays from 1-4 p.m.

Contact the library to register for these programs at 448-1473 or visit the Library’s website at www.palosheightslibrary.org. The library is at 12501 S. 71st Ave.

show off your favorites and possibly win a new pack as a door prize on Monday, Nov. 30 from 6-7 p.m. No registration is needed.

• December Drop-In Story Time- ages 2-6. No registration is required for this story time for children on Monday, Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. and 1p.m.

• Pages & Pizza - Readers are invited to join this casual conversation and discuss the most recent book you’ve read, munch on hot pizza and pick up a few new titles to take home on Tuesday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. Registration is needed.

• Pajamarama -ages 2 and up - Wear your pajamas, bring your blanket, and come listen to some soothing bedtime stories and make a fun, take-home craft on Wednesday, Dec. 2, at 6:30 p.m.

No registration is needed.

All programs are free and open to everyone at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. in Palos Heights. For more information or to register for a program, visit www.palosheightslibrary.org, call 448-1473, or stop by the Youth Services desk.

Chicago Christian High Athletic Shadow Day Chicago Christian High School will host an Athletic Shadow Day on Friday, Dec. 4, at the school in Palos Heights. Prospective students will have a chance to visit classes, meet with the coaching staffs of their sports, and spend some time with current athletes.

To register for the event, just call Wilma Persenaire at 388-7656 or register online by visiting the website at www.swchristian.org.

LIBRARY NOTES Heights library upcoming programs The Palos Heights Library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. Regular hours resume at 9 a.m.

Friday.

• Documentary Sunday - Love and Mercy, Sunday, Nov. 29, at 2 p.m. Chicagoland native John Cusack stars as the iconic Beach Boys songwriter in this award winning biopic about Wilson’s struggles with relationships, with his bandmates, and with mental illness. Runtime 121 minutes.

• Computer Class – All About Email - Part 1 – Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. Part 2 - Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. Learn to sign up for a Gmail email account, how to send/receive email, understand the difference between the inbox, sent, and trash folders, how to protect against spammers, and how to download attachments. Space is limited for both courses; please register.

• Thursday @ the Movies – “Five Flights Up” – Thursday, Dec. 3. Showtimes at 10 a.m. (w/ subtitles), 2 p.m., and 6:30

Heights library youth programs • Friday Gaming -grades 6 and up - Start off the weekend with some Wii and Xbox fun with friends on the library’s large screen TV every Friday from 3-4:30 p.m.

No registration is needed.

• Pokemon Night - Pokemon fans can get together to trade cards,

Smith Crossing resident Mary McCauley soon will select a Christmas outfit for Laddie, her 11-year old Shetland sheepdog.

“In November, he wore a turkey costume,” says McCauley, 75, a retired nurse. “For Halloween, he was dressed as a leprechaun.”

Spreading joy during the holidays and throughout the year is nothing new for McCauley and her dog, who in December 2012 moved from their home in Orland Park to Smith Crossing, a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) located at 10501 Emilie Lane in Orland Park.

On Thursday mornings, around 10 a.m., McCauley and Laddie visit seniors at the Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center in Tinley Park. On Tuesday mornings, also around 10 a.m., they visit fellow-residents, some who receive memory support and assisted living services and others receiving physical therapy at Smith Crossing.

“Everywhere we go, people welcome us with smiles,” says McCauley Throughout the week, during their regular comings and goings at Smith Crossing, the pair attracts lots of positive attention from staff and fellow independent living residents.

“Our pets bring so much happiness. We encourage people to bring their pets with them when they move here,” says Frank Guajardo, Smith Crossing’s executive director. “Pets not only benefit their owners but also others who live at Smith Crossing. During the holiday season, when grandchildren and relatives visit, pets provide additional warmth and joy.”

Whether wearing a holiday costume or his trademark bandana, Laddie usually charms people by raising a paw and wagging his tail.

His behavior prompts plenty of smiles and pats on his head and back. When he and McCauley take the elevator to their third floor apartment, Laddie has learned to make room for fellow-passengers.

There’s no question Laddie is very smart. He’s one of nearly 25,000 dogs registered in the United States and Canada with Therapy Dogs International (TDI). Each TDI dog must pass a temperament test, which involves evaluating the dog’s behavior around individuals using canes, crutches, walkers and wheelchairs.

Adding to Laddie’s calm disposition is the fact that he gets plenty of exercise on the 32-acre campus of Smith Crossing. McCauley walks him three times a day, and a professional dog walker takes him on vigorous 45-minute walks Monday through Friday.

Training and exercise can go

Photo by Waldemar Reichert

Smith Crossing resident Mary McCauley and her dog Laddie enjoy spreading holiday cheer to others.

a long way toward keeping pets calm around people they don’t normally see, but the holidays pose special challenges. McCauley offers the following tips for keeping pets and visiting family members safe during the holidays.

Advise small children to approach your pet slowly from the front to avoid startling the animal.

Also encourage relatives and visitors to allow your pet to sniff their hands before they pet your pet.

Holiday foods can sicken pets. It helps to train your dog not to beg for food, but if that doesn’t work, consider explaining to guests your pet requires a special diet. Another strategy is to ask guests to clear with you all pet treats they bring as gifts.

Put holiday plants including poinsettia and mistletoe in places your pet cannot reach.

Make sure your pet’s costumes are the correct size and that they don’t restrict breathing or other bodily functions. Before buying costumes, measure your pet from neck to tail. It also helps to know your pet’s weight. Avoid costumes with objects that can choke young pets who are more

prone to chewing.

If your pet takes regular walks, stick to your routine as much as possible.

If traveling with your pet, take along your pet’s food and make sure he or she eats and drinks at regular times during the day. A familiar bed or blanket can help make your pet feel more at home.

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About Smith Crossing Smith Crossing is one of only 13 CCRCs in Illinois awarded a five-year accreditation for “exemplary conformance” to international standards set by CARF-CCAC, the industry’s sole accrediting body. Sponsored by Smith Senior Living, a not-for-profit organization serving older adults since 1924, it provides spacious residences and engaging programs for independent living, as well as assisted living, memory support and skilled nursing care. It also provides short-term rehabilitation services for residents and others requiring assistance after surgery or a medical incident. For more information about Smith Crossing, call 708-326-2300 or visit SmithCrossing.org.

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FINANCIAL FOCUS

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How can the Fed’s actions affect you?

JIM When will the Federal Reserve raise interest rates?

This question has been on the minds of economists and financial market prognosticators for quite some time now. But what does it mean to you, as an individual investor?

First of all, it’s important to understand just what is meant by “raising rates.” The Federal Reserve, or the “Fed,” directly controls short-term interest rates, although, through various measures, it can also affect long-term rates. Typically, the Fed will lower short-term rates to stimulate the economy.

Conversely, the Fed will raise rates to slow down the economy if it seems to be “overheating” and threatening to push inflation to excessive levels.

Since the end of 2008, when the financial crisis hit, the Fed has kept short-term rates close to zero.

But now, following several years of reasonably strong economic growth, the Fed appears poised to raise rates. No one can really predict the exact timing of the rate hike, but statements from the Fed indicate that it seems to be a matter of “when,” not “if.”

Fed chairperson Janet Yellen has indicated that when the increase comes, it may be relatively small, and that further increases will be spaced out enough to avoid potential “shocks” to the economy. Still, as an investor, you need to be aware of the potential impact of any interest rate increase. So, consider the following: • Review your bond holdings. As short-term rates rise, shorter-term bonds, and even some “cash” instruments, may eventually become more attractive than longer-term bonds, which tend to be more volatile. A sell-off of longer-term bonds can push their prices downward, so make sure these bonds don’t take up too large a percentage of your fixed-income portfolio.

• Build a bond ladder. A bond ladder may prove beneficial to you in all interest-rate environments.

To construct this ladder, you need to own bonds

VAN HOWE

Edward Jones Investments and other fixed-rate vehicles, such as certificates of deposit (CDs) of varying maturities. Thus, when market interest rates are low, you’ll still have your longer-term bonds, which typically pay higher rates than short-term bonds, working for you. And when interest rates rise, as may be the case soon, you can reinvest your maturing, short-term bonds and CDs at the higher rates. Be sure to evaluate whether the bonds or CDs held in the ladder are consistent with your investment objectives, risk tolerance and financial circumstances.

• Be prepared for volatility. Certain segments of the financial markets don’t like interest rate increases – after all, higher rates mean higher borrowing costs, which make it harder for businesses to expand their operations. Therefore, depending on the composition of your portfolio, be prepared for some volatility when rates start moving up. However, since the Fed has already indicated it is likely to raise rates fairly soon, such a hike may already be largely “priced in” to the market, so any turbulence may be somewhat muted.

By taking these steps, you can help contain the effects of rising interest rates on your own investment outlook. Ultimately, as an investor, you need to concentrate on those things you can control, no matter what the Federal Reserve decides to do. And that means you need to build a diversified portfolio that reflects your goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. Maintaining this type of focus can help you – no matter where interest rates are headed.

Jim Van Howe is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Palos Heights. His office is at 7001 W. 127th St. He can be reached at 361-3400. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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The Newsome family of Palos Heights are the new owners of At the Office, a restaurant and sports bar at 4901 Cal Sag Road in Crestwood’s Rivercrest shopping center.

Palos Heights family now owns At the Office sports bar & grill Tim and Deb Newsome, of Palos Heights, became the new owners in September of At The Office sports bar and grill, located at 4901 Cal Sag Road in the Rivercrest Shopping Center.

At The Office is a family-oriented restaurant/sports bar with 27 TVs, indoor seating for 130 patrons and a beautiful outdoor patio complete with Tiki bar and an area to play beanbags. There is also a small section dedicated to those who enjoy playing the

gaming machines.

The Newsomes have lived in Palos Heights for the past 25 years. Deb’s father, Don Flood was an alderman in and a volunteer firefighter in Palos Heights.

Both Tim and Deb graduated from St. Xavier University, where they met. They have been married since 1984 and have three children, Brett, Tyler and Abby. Brett and Tyler both reside in Crestwood and Abby is a senior at Shepard High School, where she plays

volleyball, basketball and soccer. Tyler is a teacher’s assistant and coach at Shepard.

The Newsomes plan on continuing to provide great food and service to their patrons as well as a fun environment to come out and watch the Blackhawks, Bears, Cubs, Sox and Bulls. At The Office is also available to host parties, fundraisers and cater your next event.

AREA PROPERTY TRANSFERS Following are the property transfers in the area, according to the latest report, as received from the Cook County Recorder of Deeds Office. The Regional News does not attempt to correct errors made by that office.

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Chicago Christian hosts STEM Shadow Day

STEM Shadow student Ryan McMaster and Chicago Christian High School Engineering student Jacob Contreras design a project on the computer when Chicago Christian High School hosted a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Shadow Day for local middle school students Wednesday last week. Students were able to observe STEM classes including Engineering and Biomedical Science. In the engineering class, students heard about some of the projects the Engineering classes were going to work on throughout the year, including designing prosthetic hands. Shadow students also visited our Biomedical Science class, where they were able to participate in the day’s lesson which included a presentation about diabetes. Following a pizza lunch, the students attended a few other classes.

COMINGS & GOINGS

Tutoring firm opens in Orland C2 Education, an educational services provider that began in a Harvard dorm room in 1997, held its grand opening recently at 14936 S. LaGrange Road in Orland Park.

The center provides tutoring and other assistance to students from kindergarten to seniors in high school. C2 prides itself on its personal touch with a 3-1 student to teacher ratio.

There are more than 150 centers now open in the U.S. serving more than 12,000 students each week.

Hours are from 1-9:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. The center is closed Friday and Sunday.

For more information, call (708) 966-9099.

Marquette National adds McAuley president to board Marquette National Corp. recently announced that the Board of Directors appointed Mary Acker Klingenberger to serve as a Class I director of the Company.

“Marquette is fortunate to have Ms. Klingenberger join our Board of Directors. Her significant banking and community experience will be an asset to our organization,” said Paul M. McCarthy, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

Klingenberger is a 27-year veteran of the banking industry and was appointed to her current role as president of Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School in 2013. Prior to this she served as Director of Gift Planning at Hinsdale Hospital and she was a Regional President for Harris Bank of Hinsdale.

She is a graduate of the Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business at DePaul University and of Saint Mary’s College. Her board experience includes serving on the boards of Adventist Hinsdale Hospital, Fenwick High School, Wellness House and King-Bruwaert House.

Marquette National is a diversified bank holding company with total assets of approximately $1.53 billion. The company’s banking subsidiary, Marquette Bank, has 22 branches: six in Chicago, three in Orland Park, two in Evergreen Park, two in Oak Lawn and single locations in Aurora, Bolingbrook, Bridgeview, Hickory Hills, Lemont, New Lenox,

BOB BONG Oak Forest, Romeoville and Summit.

UPS hiring for holidays UPS is expected to hire thousands of seasonal employees to help with the holiday rush in Chicago.

The package delivery company has large-scale operations in the southwest suburbs and is looking to fill nearly 3,000 seasonal positions, ranging from driver helpers, package handlers to delivery and tractor-trailer drivers.

Driver Helper is the most frequently mentioned UPS job opening. Applicants should be aware the position is physically demanding. Other Chicago seasonal opportunities listed on UPS’s job search site include air package driver, part-time package handler, and package delivery driver.

Nationally, the company is expected to hire between 95,000 and 100,000 seasonal employees.

For information and to apply for full-time, parttime and seasons jobs, visit www.ups.com.

Mokena Creamery adds winter hours The Frankfort and Orland Hills Creamery locations have closed for the season, but Jillian Hersted, the new owner of those stores and the Mokena location, decided to keep the Mokena store open through the winter.

The ice cream shop at 19000 S. Wolf Road will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and will continue its specials including Weenie Wednesday.

Creamery locations in Homer Glen and Manhattan have separate owners and those locations are open all year.

If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line at bobbong@hotmail.com.

Orland Park Gossage Lucille V to Grazioli Maria C, 15704 Deerfield Ct, Unit #157041N, $100,000; Vaculik Christopher M to Simkins Steven M II, 15237 74th Ct, Unit #46, $162,500; Daly Lisa C to Hendrickson Jon, 9865 Cordoba Ct, Unit #1A, $44,000; Donnelly John William to Noguez Gabriel, 13649 Natchez Trl, $315,000; Tenorio Efrain to Zavala Araceli, 10214 Huntington Ct, $173,000; Rokosz Julia Theresa Trust to Krezel Matthew R, 15721 Brassie Ct, Unit #157212S, $120,000; FSBT 2 LLC to Thompson William, 15345 Jillian Rd, $360,000; Marquette Bk Tr to Wiseheart Denise, 14008 Norwich Ln, $229,000; Rechlicz Bernard W to Alonso Juan, 9886 145th Pl, $305,000 Berry Lisa E to Milano Ruben, 10800 131st St, $216,500; Degliomini Joseph M to Giza Matthew J, 9160 Frances Ln, $274,000; Kaup Mark D to Grant John W, 11841 Arbor Dr, $710,000; Jannotta Kimberly to Rivera Olivia, 9237 142nd St, $295,000; Dryja Mary Jane to Marturano Nicholas A, 7448 Ponderosa Ct, Unit #3B, $101,500; Stvan Otto J Jr Tr to Wurster Christopher M, 8233 Legend Ln, $420,000; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Buffo Catherine R, 15712 Torrey Pine Dr, $265,000; White Kevin M to Deneka Michelle, 10249 Hyacinth Ct, $187,500; Borra Pamela A to Dixon Bridget, 17828 Bernard Dr, Unit #2A, $120,000; Marquette Bk Tr to Sandacz Bernard, 17811 America Ct, Unit #37, $190,000; Joneson Dean to Hishmeh Wisam, 15752 Torrey Pine Dr, $275,000; Yock Stephen J to Tovar Sean X, 15651 Garden View Ct, Unit #11D, $92,000; Harrington Terrance M to Stahmer Michael, 15628 Orlan Brook Dr, Unit #144, $119,000; Meyer Daniel P Tr to Mckinley James, 16025 Laurel Dr, $167,000; Shizas Nikolas G to Zimmerman Sherri M, 15725 Orlan Brook Dr, Unit #72, $98,000; Itasca B&T Co Tr to Kusper Helena, 15717 Ravinia Ave, Unit #157171E, $159,000; Jeffers John M Tr to Cipriani Richard M, 15406 Devon Dr,

Mortgage Rates Around the Area First Midwest Bank (as of Nov. 23)

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United Trust Bank (as of Nov. 23)

30-year fi ed

RATES 4.000

APR 4.021

POINTS 0

15-year fi ed

3.375

3.411

0

10-year fi ed

3.125

3.178

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Prospect Federal (as of Nov. 23)

30-year fi ed

RATES 4.000

APR 4.047

POINTS .25

20-year fi ed

3.750

3.814

.25

15-year fi ed

3.125

3.191

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All rates subject to change daily. Equal opportunity lenders.

$259,000; Begeske Benjamin B to Lisiecki Kyrianne, 15801 76th Ave, Unit #158011B, $95,000.

Dr, $172,000; Sharp Terry G to Ferguson Michael R, 13310 S Country Club Ct, Unit #133101B, $165,000.

Palos Heights Piet Paul to First Midwest Bk Tr, 13252 S Country Club Ct, Unit #132522A, $149,000; Beittel Timothy B to Consentino Michael, 13489 Turtle Pond Ln, Unit #13489, $192,500; First Midwest Bk Tr to Bautista Anthony David, 13249 Edinburgh Dr, $345,000; Jones Mary Jane to Flambouras Mark, 30 W Parliament

Palos Park Tryon Berenice R Tr to Ward William, 8133 129th St, $242,500; Ryan Scott R to Merta Grazyna, 8000 130th St, $225,000; Domo Prop Inc to Alburei Omar, 12511 104th Ave, $415,000; Talmer B&T to Hensley Ray, 8300 Kimber Ln, $205,000; Defay Thomas Ind Adm to Okeefe Lawrence, 10701 W Ridgewood Dr, $310,000.

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PHOTO MEMORIES FROM THE REGIONAL ARCHIVE

50 Years Ago This Week

From Nov. 25, 1965

Nineteen children were injured, but not seriously, when a school bus, en route to St. Michael School, collided with this cement truck in Orland Park on Nov. 18. The accident occurred in the 9800 block of 143rd Street. Of the 46 children riding the bus, 19 were treated at St. Francis Hospital, Blue Island, then released the same day. The driver of the cement truck said he had just pulled out of the cement company yard when the bus rammed him.

The bus driver was charged with driving with defective brakes.

40 Years Ago Last Week

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE Across 1 Burst into tears 5 Wander off the point 11 Rainy 14 Hodgepodge 15 In the plane’s cabin, say 17 New Year’s __ 18 Pennsylvania borough in today’s news 20 Clinton’s instrument 21 Ambulance VIP 22 ‘50s nuclear experiments 23 Founded, on signs 25 Foe 27 Approved, briefl 29 Pop singer Diamond 31 Henry VIII’s sixth wife Catherine 32 Conk out 35 “Make up your mind!”

37 Germany’s __ Republic, 1919’33 40 Flip-flop 41 What we’ll have of 3-Down, according to folklore, if 18-Across 62-Down sees his 50-Down on 65-Across 43 Puppies 45 Bahamas capital 46 Thick fog metaphor 48 Dirt road groove 49 Amt. on a new car window 53 Venus de __ 54 Mess of hair 56 Employee handing out playbills 57 Stoolie 59 Workshop grippers 63 Word after Iron or Stone 64 Corp. leader 65 February 2, every year 68 Coffee hour vessel 69 Asian language in a region famous for tigers 70 __ vault 71 Letter before tee 72 La Brea discovery

73 Filled with wonder Down 1 Girl who lost her sheep 2 Barnard graduate 3 Cold season 4 Bagel go-with 5 Landslide victory 6 Poker pot starter 7 Corp. execs’ degrees 8 Bend before in reverence 9 Lucky Luciano cohort Meyer __ 10 Before, in poetry 11 Cowboy movies 12 Shirking, as taxes 13 LBJ’s home state 16 Salon coloring 19 Speak 24 Sweetie pie 26 Dennis the Menace’s grumpy neighbor 28 Hate 30 Part of UCLA 32 Chinese appetizer

33 “I think ...,” in texts 34 Make, as money 36 Mets’ old stadium 38 Old Montreal baseballer 39 Back 41 Flippered aquarium attractions 42 Sch. with a Spokane campus 43 Typist’s stat.

44 Some young cows 47 Pennsylvania raceway 50 Sundial casting 51 Entertain in style 52 Victimized, with “on” 55 Outlet inserts 56 GI show gp.

58 USSR secret service 60 Santa __: West Coast winds 61 1551, to Caesar 62 Given name of the critter in today’s news 64 Billiards stick 66 NBA offici 67 Dean’s list no.

(Answers on Page 7)

The object of the game is to fill all the blank squa es with the correct numbers.

Each row of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order.

Each column of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order.

Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9.

From Nov. 20, 1975

“Our new bank building with drive-in facilities” was the caption under this photo of Palos Bank and Trust’s then newly completed building in a full-page display ad for the opening of the new headquarters building at 12600 S. Harlem Ave.

(Answers on Page 7)

Photo by Joe Boyle

WHATIZIT?

20 Years Ago This Week

From Nov. 23, 1995

Polkas, waltzes and other light delights were performed by the Niles Symphony Orchestra Nov. 12 at St. Alexander Church in Palos Heights. The orchestra made its third trip to the city under the direction of St. Alexander pastoral associate Father Stanley Rudcki, shown conducting. [The name of the orchestra that played regular concerts at St. Alexander later became known as the Palos Symphony. It will give a concert this Sunday at 3:30 p.m. at St. Alexander Church as part of the Father Stanley Rudcki Heritage concert series].

Taking it to the bridge was the theme of this week’s Whatizit.

The majority of responses mentioned the photo was of a bridge at various locations.

But it was Dan and Kathy Higgins, of Chicago Ridge, who answered correctly. Dan and Kathy said it was the Wolfe Wildlife Refuge Center at 10900 S. Laramie Ave. in Oak Lawn. The nature path has hills and plenty of wildlife to look at along the way. That includes a bridge in which walkers, joggers, and bike riders can take a break and look for fish and ducks in the water.

Jan Merchantz, of Evergreen Park, and Vince Vizza, also of Evergreen Park, both said it was the bridge over at The Center in Palos Park. The bridge at the Wolfe Wildlife Center looks similar to the one at The Center. Celeste Cameron, of Worth, said it was the Children’s Farm at The Center.

In this week’s quiz, try to guess what this Whatizit is? The clue for the photo that appears above is: Wall of honor.

Send those guesses by noon on Monday to thereporter@comcast. net. Make sure to include your name and hometown.

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The Center’s Nativity luncheon not very far away in the manger The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, will host a luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 1, featuring both the history and a live re-enactment of the Christmas Crèche.

Center Program Director Lois Lauer will share the story of how St. Francis of Assisi began the tradition of reenacting the story

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The Center’s Nativity Luncheon includes a living nativity pageant at The Center, with a real baby in the manger of hay.

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of Christmas, and then she’ll be joined by the Rev. Chris Hopkins and several other members of The Center’s staff to stage a live re-enactment of the Christmas nativity with real donkey and sheep inside the Great Hall of The Center’s Lodge.

Several beautiful examples of ceramic and wood nativity sets

will be on display, and attendees are invited to bring their treasured or unusual nativity sets to add to the display.

The luncheon begins at noon, costs $20 per person, and requires advance reservations. The 1 p.m. program will follow the luncheon.

For more, call The Center at 3613650.

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De-Clare-ing history Sandburg swimmer takes fourth place in state meet.

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EP coach resigns Officials hope to name new football boss by Christmas. Page 3 Southwest •• Section Section 2, 2, Page Page 11 Southwest

WILD DAY OF FOOTBALL ON SATURDAY

A big win, a loss and a heart-crusher Four-loss Marist advances to state title game against Loyola

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

Marist senior defensive lineman John Carmody was honest.

The kid is a part of the Class of 2016, which had a losing record as freshmen, a losing record as sophomores and last year’s 4-5 mark on the varsity.

CLASS 8A The seniors TITLE GAME: also experiMarist (9-4) enced a seavs. Loyola (13-0), 7 p.m., son in which they were Saturday, 5-4 and lost at Huskie their last two Stadium in r eg u la r- se aDeKalb. son games to Nazareth and Preview: Joliet CathoPage 3 lic. Out of 526 teams to ever play in a state title game, only four had four losses.

Other RedHawks players and coaches were saying they believed in themselves and were not surprised they got this far.

But Carmody stood on a frozen Marist field after his team qualified for the Class 8A state title game with a 31-16 victory over Waubonsie Valley with a big smile, and when he was asked if he thought he would ever see this day, he was frank.

“No, never!” Carmody said.

“I never even imagined it. It’s unbelievable when you think about it.”

It’s believable and a reality, and now the task at hand is to try to beat unbeaten Loyola in the state title game at 7 p.m.

Saturday at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb.

It’s just the second time the RedHawks (9-4) have made it to the state championship game, and both came under coach Pat Dunne’s watch. In 2009, Maine South ended the RedHawks’ run with a 41-17 win in Champaign.

That team was a bit of a surprise to make it that far, but the 2015 squad is even more unlikely as it pulled it off from the 23rd seed out of 32 teams.

“Nothing is a surprise about this team,” Dunne said. “They have believed and I’m telling

Above: Marist players head to the stands to greet their fans after the RedHawks’ 31-16 win over Waubonsie Valley to earn a trip to the state championship game. Right: Marist’s Brent Holder gets ready to block for receiver Seamus Glascott in Saturday’s semifinal win.

Photos by Jeff Vorva

FOUR THE GOOD TIMES Marist is just the fifth football team in IHSA history to make it to the state title game with four losses. Here are the other four and how they fared:

2007 Class 8A: Glenbard North lost to Naperville North, 46-19

2008 Class 2A: Immaculate Conception beat Casey Westfield, 36-17

2009 Class 5A: Montini beat Joliet Catholic Academy, 29-28

2013 Class 2A: Staunton lost to Sterling Newman 40-13 you, their attitude has never ever changed. They believe in each other. They are such a great family together and without a doubt, I believe in these guys more than anyone.’’

To get to Saturday’s semifinal, the RedHawks had nailbiting three-point wins over Niles Notre Dame (17-14), Barrington (59-56 in the highest-scoring Class 8A playoff game in history) and Oswego, 38-35.

Waubonsie, seeded 30th and coming in with an 8-4 record, wasn’t an easy team but the RedHawks were able to create some breathing room most of the night.

Quarterback Brendan Skalitzky continued his statistical assault with 103 yards and two touchdowns in the air and 186 yards on the ground including a 71-yard scoring dash that gave the RedHawks a 24-9 lead. He now has more than 3,500 yards passing and 1,000 yards rushing.

The Warriors tightened things up in the fourth quarter and Marist nursed a 24-16 lead when Carmody came up with a sack See MARIST, Page 3

Nazareth, weather show no Love for St. Laurence SXU bounced from playoffs, 75-69 in 4 OTs

By Phil Arvia Correspondent

To be fair, Nazareth Academy’s Julian Love conceded the wet, wind-whipped snow that blanketed St. Laurence’s artificial turf Saturday was, well, unfair.

“It’s easier for me,” he said.

“Growing up, I played in a couple of snow games. I know I can make my cuts when need be.”

But not so easy that he can do it with his eyes closed — even if it worked out that way.

Love took Nazareth’s first play from scrimmage 99 yards for a touchdown, setting the tone for the Roadrunners’ 34-0 demolition of St. Laurence in the Class 5A state semifinals.

Nazareth (11-2), a seventh seed, advances to face another No. 7, Lincoln-Way West (11-2), which beat Champaign Central 42-14.

The teams play for the state title at 10 a.m. Saturday at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb.

“I was trying to stay up, stay balanced, stay straight,” Love said of his 99-yard burst through

Photo by Jeff Vorva

A St. Laurence coach agonizes after Saturday’s loss to Nazareth to end the Vikings’ season.

the middle of the line westward into the teeth of Winter Storm Bella, which dumped a November-record 11 inches of snow on O’Hare by the end of the game.

“I couldn’t see anything. I had my eyes closed the entire way.

“I thought, ‘I hope I’m going straight. I guess we’ll see.’”

Love stayed between the lines often enough to finish with 11 carries for 281 yards and four touchdowns, the other three coming on runs of 32, 28 and 75 yards. Backfield mate Ivory Kelly-Martin added 68 yards on 14 carries and had a 98-yard would-be touchdown run erased by a penalty, though he eventually got into the scoring column with a 70-yard return of the kickoff to open the second half.

In all, the Roadrunners ran for 354 yards while attempting only four passes and completing none.

It was the sort of day that moved Love to concede he’d miss carrying the ball when he joins Notre Dame’s football program next year as a defensive back.

“But not just running the ball,” he said. “I’ll miss high school in general. It’s been a very fun four years, and coach (Tim) Racki has been a great mentor.”

St. Laurence managed just See ST. LAURENCE, Page 3

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

This was like a punch to the gut.

After taking a chair to the head and a kick to the privates.

For a team that put in no work two weekends ago to get into the playoffs, St. Xavier University worked overtime on Saturday in the opening round of the NAIA playoffs.

The Cougars, who were the 16th seed in the 16-team tournament, gave everything they could at No. 1 Morningside but still came up short in a 75-69 setback in four overtimes at Elwood Olsen Field in Sioux City, Iowa.

That’s not a misprint.

Nor is it a basketball score.

“If this was a Division I game, it would be an ESPN Classic,” Morningside coach Steve Ryan told reporters after the game. “What a phenomenal game they played. A No. 16 seed, huh? We knew we got a tough draw and they gave us everything we could handle.”

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SXU’s Stephen Simms had 12 catches for 181 yards and a touchdown, including this one, in Saturday’s 75-69 loss to Morningside in the NAIA playoffs opener.

“We said we are going to play to win,” Saint Xavier Coach Mike Feminis told reporters.

“You are playing the No. 1 team in the country and we told the guys we are not holding anything back.’’

Two weeks ago, the Cougars

got into the playoffs on a bye week as they needed St. Ambrose to knock off Robert Morris and the University of St. Francis to win on Nov. 14. All that happened and the Cougars were in.

See ST. XAIVER, Page 3

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’Sno joke: Big-game players get goofy in bad weather JEFF VORVA

Making the Extra Point

T

here is something about Mother Nature colliding with a big game that brings out the goofball in some football players.

A few years ago, I covered the final regular-season game of a team that hadn’t been to the playoffs in ages.

After it won its game to qualify on a very rainy night, some big players found a mud puddle to jump into and frolic and scream.

The coach of that team went ballistic and did some screaming of his own.

He was not happy.

That brings us to Saturday. You may have heard the rumor that it snowed that day.

The snow and cold weather were the hot topics during Semifinal Saturday.

This was the day that 32 Illinois High School Association teams faced a situation in which they either experience the joy of going to this week’s state championship game or were zapped off the face of the playoff Earth.

And it was cold and/or snowy at all 16 games.

I could call this column the “Whine Guy” and spend the rest of it complaining about my misadventures with trying to take photos at the Nazareth-St. Laurence game in the heavy, wet snow in Burbank, but I won’t. I have just one thing to say.

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Marist players have fun jumping on a snow pile after they qualified for the Class 8A state championship game Saturday night, while Nazareth lineman Gavin Smith was one of a handful of Roadrunners who did snow angels after beating St. Laurence to get to the Class 5A title game.

Even though I covered the camera with two layers of plastic, I am praying that no wet stuff got into the guts of the company camera. Please pray along with me…

The players had to play in that stuff, and when it was over and Naz pulled off a 34-0 victory to advance to the Class 5A title game, some of the Roadrunners players blew off some steam by getting down on the ground and making snow angels.

Like with the mud puddle scene a few years ago, I was amused, especially when big linemen types were acting like little kids.

Hours later, Marist punched its

ticket to DeKalb and the Class 8A state championship contest with a 3116 victory over Waubonsie Valley.

It was cold, but by then it had stopped snowing and the Marist athletic department and administration had the field in great shape.

But the snow had to go somewhere.

It was pushed into big piles at the north and south fences, a few feet from the end zones.

After the game, several relieved RedHawks jumped onto those piles past the north end zone and hooted and hollered for a little while.

In an age when high school kids think they are too cool to show any

emotion, I like the fact that these big guys can let loose a little and have some unbridled fun. They put in a lot of hard work starting under the hot August sun and to finally get to a point like this…

Now, if one of these guys gets really sick because they exposed their sweaty bodies to the freezing snow — that may be a problem.

But, heck, this was all unscripted merriment and hopefully no one fell ill because of it.

Look out DeKalb — if there is any snow around Huskie Stadium and either of these teams win, they will find it.

Player of Year honors coming With Marist’s football team playing deep into November, we had to push our fall sports Players of the Year stories back. Next week, we will carve out some space for the Redhawks on the front page and after that, get the best of the best stories rolling.

So, on Dec. 10, 17 and 24 we’ll announce our top players for boys and girls golf, girls tennis, boys soccer, boys and girls cross country, girls swimming, girls volleyball and football. That takes us to Dec. 31, when we’ll have our top 10 area sports stories of the year.

Happy New Year, er, I mean Happy Thanksgiving!

STATE SWIMMING AND DIVING MEET

FOCUS ON GIRLS BASKETBALL

Down to her last chance, Lawlor finishes in top six

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Richards and Chicago Christian players give chase for a rebound last Thursday at the Bobby Bolton Classic at Richards. The Bulldogs’ Takesha Powell (right) came up with the loose ball in Richards’ win.

Richards’ Tears tears it up

By Anthony Nasella Correspondent

In Thursday’s season-opening contest against Chicago Christian at the Bobby Bolton Thanksgiving Tournament, the Richards girls’ basketball team had a solid first outing in a convincing win.

With Sydni Tears, who is expected to be the Bulldogs’ leading scorer this season, in street clothes, the Bulldogs won, 43-39.

Coach Jeff Kortz would only say “she didn’t play” when asked why Tears missed the opener.

But she played the next night and she made up for lost time.

Tears made her season-opening debut for Richards and exploded for 41 points and 11 rebounds in a 70-56 win over Thornwood.

“I didn’t even know she had 41 points,” Kortz admitted. “She was a big part of the win, but it really was a team effort.

The Bulldogs finished 2-0 in their tournament and did not play a third game because there were only seven teams in the tournament after Curie pulled out.

But the Bulldogs made the most of it.

In the win over Chicago Christian, Shannon Meegan scored a team-high 12 points on 6-for-9 shooting for Richards. Against Thornwood, Tears opened with 11 points in the first quarter and exploded for 19 in the third quarter to help keep Thornwood at bay.

“This team definitely has the potential to succeed,” Kortz said.

“I’m excited about what the girls bring; we just have to keep this up past the first five or six games.

They’re a very fun group to be with. They’re happy to be with each other, and they work very hard in practice.”

Peace opens strong The growing pains that the Queen of Peace girls basketball program experienced in the 2013-14 season, with just two wins, is just a distant memory.

Sandburg senior Clare Lawlor knew she had only one more shot.

Just 100 more yards.

Her goal of making it to the final six in the Illinois High School Association State Swimming and Diving Meet in Winnetka already took a hit in the 50-yard freestyle preliminaries on Friday when she finished tied for seventh, which put her in the consolation race for the fifth time in her career.

Her dream of making it to the championship round rested on the next 100 yards and she nailed down a time of 50.98 seconds in the 100 free event and had to wait for two more heats before she found out it was good enough to get her in the final six as she finished fourth.

“I celebrated a little but not too long because I had a relay after that,” Lawlor said. “It was my last shot and I really wanted to be in the top 6 for the first time in my career so I just put it all out there. I did what I had to do to get there.’’

On Saturday, she held her spot in both races fourth in the 100

free with a :51.11 and seventh in the 50 free with a :23.41.

Lawlor made history as the top Sandburg placer in school history for the girls and won more medals in her career (seven) than any other girls swimmer. The best boys finish at Sandburg was Matt Veldman in the 100 butterfly in 2012.

While none of the other area swimmers or divers placed in the top 12, Sandburg junior Rachael Apter collected four medals in the athletes with disabilities division. She won the state title in the 100 breast stroke event with a 1:42.38.

Apter also finished second in the 50 free, 100 free and 200 free.

Sandburg’s Marilyn Sedlak took 31st in diving and teammate Danielle Satler was 46th. The 400 free relay team was 31st and the 200 free relay team was disqualified.

Stagg’s Megan Vallance was 23rd in the 100 back and 32nd in the 50 free, Claire Van Dame was 34th in diving, Lauren DeAngelis was 34th in the 500 free and Lauren Johnson was 38th in the 100 free.

Mother McAuley freshman diver Eva Kelly placed 48th.

Clare Lawlor

HEAVY MEDAL Clare Lawlor’s seven state girls swimming medals are the most in Sandburg history. Here is a breakdown:

2012

9th place: 400 free relay

2013

7th place: 50 free 9th place: 100 free

2014

7th place: 50 free 7th place: 100 free

2015

7th place: 50 free 4th place: 100 free

COMMUNITY FOCUS

Longtime Marist coach Gervais honored Photo by Jeff Vorva

The first game of basketball between Richards and Chicago Christian last Thursday was a hair-raising experience.

The current Pride squad, more grown up and seasoned, opened the 2015-16 with a pair of wins – defeating Oak Lawn 58-35 on Nov. 17 and a 73-13 win over Catalyst Maria on Thursday.

Junior Kara Shimko paced Queen of Peace in both contests, scoring 18 points against Oak Lawn and 15 against Maria. But coach George Shimko said he enjoyed the volume of assists that the Pride recorded in the first two games.

“We had 22 as a team against Oak Lawn and 24 against Maria,’’ he said. “That means the ball is not sticking. Everyone is sharing and trying to find someone who has a better shot than they do. People are still scoring.”

Erin Foley and freshman Ashley Lynch each added eight points against Oak Lawn.

Against Maria, Abby Herman added 13 points, and Alissa DeLaTorre chipped in with 10.

“It’s really fun because the girls have worked really hard to prepare for the season,” Shimko said. “They done things individually to improve their games.

They’re buying into what we’re trying to do in getting everyone to play together.

“When you play that way,

it shows. There demonstrate a great enthusiasm for each other, and they’re just a very coachable group of girls. They work hard and play very unselfishly.”

Injuries hinder Stagg Without the services of senior starters Kate Adams and Noor Elmosa due to injuires, Stagg dropped its first two games of the season – a 50-31 decision to Hinsdale South on Nov. 17 and a 7240 setback to Bradley on Friday.

Erin O’Leary led Stagg (0-2) with 11 points against Hinsdale South, while Jamie Ryan paced the Chargers with 17 points against Bradley.

Chargers head coach Bill Turner said beginning the without two senior starters will be a challenge early on, but he said he was encouraged with the second half effort against Hinsdale South, which saw Stagg score 12 and 14 points in the third and fourth quarters, respectively.

“The second half was more an indication of how we expect to compete throughout the season,” Turner said. “Erin O’Leary did a nice job of leading the offense, while Jaime Ryan did a good job on the glass and had a couple of nice assists.”

Longtime Marist wrestling coach Mark Gervais was inducted into the 2015 National Wrestling Hall of Fame - Illinois Chapter during a banquet in October at the Holiday Inn Countryside.

Gervais graduated from East Leyden High School, and continued his wrestling career at Northeast Missouri State, before staying on to coach three All-Americans and win an MIAA Conference championship during a three-year coaching stint at his alma mater. Gervais also worked as an assistant coach to Ronny Clinton at Eastern Illinois University, where he earned a master’s degree in sports administration.

Gervais arrived at Marist in 1982 and began a 25-year stretch that included 511 dual meet victories as the school’s head coach. Gervais’ coaching career included eight individual state champions, 10 individual runners-up, 50 other place-winners and 100 state final qualifiers.

His teams won 24 consecutive East Suburban Catholic Conference (ESCC) titles, 11 regionals and six sectionals. Marist would win the team state title under Gervais in 1987 and combine to finish second or third on four other occasions.

He is a member of the Illinois Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association (IWCOA) Hall of Fame, Marist High School Hall of Fame, and ESCC Hall of Fame. He now coaches wrestling at the freshman level, and serves the school as the curriculum coordinator of the physical education department.

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for more details on the registration and the program: www.palosbaseball.org.

Marist hosting trio of camps Marist High School’s athletic department will offer three camp options for grade school students this winter.

Softball camps, led by state championship coach Colleen Biebel, will be held on Sunday, Dec. 6, and Dec. 21. The first session will cover defensive skills, while the second session will focus on offense. The final session will cover all skills. There are sessions for fourth through sixth graders and seventh and eighth grade girls. Campers are invited to attend one or more sessions. The cost for one session is $30, with a price break for additional camps. Times vary by date and grade.

The baseball and football programs will offer camps in late December for seventh and eighth grade boys. Football coach Pat Dunne will run a session Dec. 28, from 9 a.m. to noon. He and his staff will help campers increase speed and improve position skills.

On Dec. 29, baseball coach Kevin Sefcik will run a camp from 9 a.m. to noon that will help players improve batting and offensive and defensive skills. The cost of each camp day is $25.

Students who register for both camps receive the discount price of $40.

All camps will be held indoors. Campers should wear athletic shoes, and bring bats and gloves for baseball and softball camps. Registration is available online at www.marist.net.

For more information, contact the Marist athletic department at 773-881-5310.

We welcome submissions from the community at sports@regionalpublishing.com

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Thursday, November 26, 2015 Section 2

CLASS 8A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP: MARIST VS. LOYOLA

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FOOTBALL NOTEBOOK

Loyola defense not so hot in summer Mankowski resigns, EP seeking new coach but it has been a force in the fall

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

Something has to give.

Marist’s football team has scored 493 points this year through 13 games and scored 40 or more points seven times.

Loyola Academy’s defense has allowed just 123 points and shut five of their opponents out, including Brother Rice and Stevenson.

The teams will clash at 7 p.m.

Saturday night for the IHSA Class 8A state championship at Huskie Stadium on the campus of Northern Illinois University in DeKalb.

The vaunted Loyola defense came as a bit of a surprise to Ramblers coach John Holecek.

He said he had one returning starter and a group of potential starters who were not always around during the offseason during summer workouts.

“I knew the offense was going to be one of the best we’ve ever had — we have so many weapons,” he coach said. “But on defense, one of our linebackers was in Rome and another was playing lacrosse all summer. They missed a lot of stuff. A bunch of guys did summer service and had to work in disadvantaged areas for at least a week. Our offense just rolled them all summer and that’s where the concern was.

“Then I realized that once we started playing, we were going to be all right. It was the shock of having one returning started and all the absences over the summer that had me worried.’’

The Ramblers opened the postseason with easy wins over West Aurora (31-0) and defending Class 8A champion Stevenson (49-0) and the team looked unbeatable.

The Ramblers won a backand-forth 34-28 quarterfinal win over powerhouse Homewood-Flossmoor in what some were calling the state championship game.

“We try to block that stuff

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Waubonsie Valley linebacker Max Ihry tries to rattle Marist quarterback Brendan Skalitzky by jumping but the RedHawks QB got off a pass in Saturday’s 31-16 win over Waubonsie last Saturday night. The quarterback figures to face an even stronger defense when the RedHawks face Loyola in the Class 8A state championship Saturday night.

out,” Holecek said. ‘’We try to do the same thing every week and try to get better. We knew that H-F was talented but once you look at talent, there are still some special players out there.’’

On Saturday, the Ramblers took an early lead against 24-9 against Palatine in the semifinals. But as area teams Sandburg and Brother Rice found out, Palatine is a team that likes to make comebacks. The Pirates made another late-game rally but fell short when their

Marist Continued from Page 1 to stall a potential game-tying drive. Darshon McCullough’s 18-yard run iced the game on the icy night.

Receiver Liam Keffer caught two touchdown passes including the first score of the night where he caught the ball at the

St. Laurence Continued from Page 1 five yards of offense in falling behind 21-0 at the half. Vikings quarterback Alex Martinez completed just 5-of-11 passes for 57 yards after entering the game with a .684 completion percentage.

“The snow helped us,” Racki said. “It slowed down their passing attack.”

Nor did it help the Vikings’ ground game. Fayezon Smart, one week after eclipsing the 2,000-yard mark and setting the school single-season rushing record, was held to 21 yards on 17 carries.

“It killed us — absolutely killed us,” St. Laurence coach Harold Blackmon said of the weather. “They were able to use their size to their advantage.

St. Xavier Continued from Page 1 The 144 points for the two teams shattered the previous NAIA Football Championship series mark of 113 points and it’s the second-highest scoring game in NAIA history. The two teams combined for 1,336 yards of total offense.

SXU junior quarterback John Rhode (Chicago Heights/Montini Catholic) tied a SXU record with seven touchdown passes in the game to go with 539 yards, while senior free safety Doug Ruggles (Mission Viejo, Calif./ Saddleback JC/Mission Viejo) was named the NAIA Outstanding Defensive Player of the Game following the affair.

Senior Ryan Carroll (Evergreen Park/Marist) caught 12 passes for 209 yards and three touchdowns while junior Stephen Simms (Valparaiso, Ind./ Valparaiso) added 12 nabs for 181 yards and two scores and added a rushing TD.

quarterback’s two point conversion attempt was deflected

by Loyola’s Bobby Desherow in the final three minutes and Loyola escaped with a 24-22 win.

Dara Laja had 209 yards on the ground and Emmett Clifford threw for 174 yards to help keep the Ramblers perfect.

With Marist, Holececk said he wants to shut down the running game and make quarterback Brendan Skalitzky pass the ball. Since Skalitzky has thrown for more than 3,500

right side of the end zone with his feet dangerously close to the out-of-bounds line.

Waubonsie players signaled he was out of bounds but the only arms that mattered — the referee’s — signaled a touchdown.

After the game, the players met with fans in the stands and jumped into a snowbank past the north end zone courtesy of an afternoon storm that dumped 11 inches of snow in some suburbs.

“Our game is pretty much predicated on quickness, on angles. When you can’t put a foot down to cut, it’s tough.

“But give them credit. They were the better team.”

As the Roadrunners prepare to play for their second state title in as many years — they won the Class 6A crown in 2014 — the Vikings can only look ahead to a seemingly bright future.

“Every year is different,” Blackmon said. “These seniors, to start off 1-8 (as freshmen in Blackmon’s first season at the helm) and end up state semifinalists, I’m so proud of them.”

Martinez, wide receiver Willie Walton and left guard Anthony Rios are the only starters graduating.

“Every year we’ve improved on the previous year,” said

Rhode completed 35 of his 59 pass attempts with one interception. Ruggles had a gamehigh 17 total tackles (six solos) and also had a forced fumble, two fumble recoveries and a pass break-up.

And all of those impressive numbers still couldn’t produce a victory Morningside running back Tyler Kavan ended the fourhour, two-minute game with a 13-yard run after SXU failed to score in the fourth OT. It was his fifth TD on the afternoon.

Kavan was so jacked up that he ran out of the end zone and into a snow bank and his teammates followed suit.

“It was absolutely crazy, intense, every emotion was felt, it was awesome,” Kavan told reporters. “We were trying to run the ball to get in position to kick a field goal. We ran a power downhill and they were filling hard and I just said I’m going to race someone to the end zone and I did it. I got great blocking up front and Kas (Morningside

yards and run form more than 1,000, that could work in the RedHawks’ favor if the offense is clicking.

Marist coach Pat Dunne has confidence in his offense.

“They do it week in and week out,” Dunne said. “It starts up front with our offensive line but any time the ball is in Brendan’s hands, we feel good. The kid has speed and what he can do with his legs and the way he can throw the ball…his versatility without a doubt has helped our offense.’’

“You always dream of playing in the snow,” Carmody said.

“The weather wasn’t an issue, we know we can score points,” Skalitzky said. “If everyone does their job, we can score on anybody. It might have been pretty rough to play in the afternoon (during the blizzard). I was watching some of those games.

“But I would have played in whatever conditions there were.’’

The high school football season ends on Saturday in Illinois but already there are at least 18 head coaching positions open, including the Evergreen Park job.

Ray Mankowski resigned at EP coach and Mustangs Athletic Director James Soldan said “interviewing already has begun and we plan on being done by Christmas.’’

It will be the seventh coach hired in 13 years at the school since Brett Nelson’s 15-year tenure as the football boss of the Mustangs.

Since Nelson patrolled the sidelines between 1987-2001, the school has named six coaches and none lasted more than three years. That list includes Phillips coach, who was announced as coach in June, 2014 but the administration found that his teaching credentials were not what the school required.

McAllister was able to get his old job back at Phillips and he led the Chicago Public League team to a state championship appearance in 2014 and his team is back in the Class 4A title game this year with the hopes of having the first Public League champion crowned on Friday night.

Mankowski, who had been on the football staff for seven years as an assistant, guided the Mustangs to a 5-4 mark his first season and they went 3-6 this year.

According to the Edgytim. com website, there are also coach’s openings at St. Viator, Buffalo Grove, Little Village, Taft, Plainfield Central, McHenry, Rich South, Bloomington, Petersburg PORTA, Cahokia, Fisher, St. Teresa, Paris, Vandalia, Lincoln, Proviso West and Niles North. There are also reports that Andrew’s coach Davis Connell resigned.

Best in state The Illinois Football Coaches Association announced its all state teams and four area athletes were named.

In Class 8A, senior Marist quarterback Brendan Stalitzky and junior Brother Rice receiver Ricky Smalling received the nod on the 18-player team. Stalitzky was one of seven quarterbacks named and Smalling was one of four receivers.

In Class 5A, two St. Laurence players made the 18-man squad — quarterback Alex Martinez and free safety James Burnette.

Best in Midwest St. Xavier University wide receiver Stephen Simms was named the 2015 Mid-States Football Association Midwest

POST-NELSON RIDDLE Since Brett Nelson went 8165 in 15 seasons as Evergreen Park’s football coach, no coach has lasted more than three years at that post. A look at the post-Nelson coaches and their tenure and records: 2002-04 Dave LaBarbara 10-17 2005-07 John Coursey 8-20 2008-10 Mike Barry 10-17 2011-13 Dan Hartman 27-9 2014 Troy McAllister 0-0* 2014-15 Ray Mankowski 9-10 * Was named coach but school did not hire him because of his teaching credentials didn’t meet EP’s requirements

League Offensive Player of the Year and the team had 15 selections on the 2015 MSFA AllMidwest League team.

Simms, a native of Valparaiso, claimed two spots on this year’s squad earning first team recognition as both a wide receiver and return specialist. Simms proved to be one of the league’s most versatile players netting a MSFA-leading 1,722 all-purpose yards behind 273 rushing yards, 721 receiving yards, 106 punt return yards and a league-leading 622 kickoff return yards.

Along with Simms, the other Cougars recognized on the first team were junior quarterback John Rhode (Chicago Heights/ Montini Catholic), sophomore offensive lineman Justin Hunter (Crest Hill/Joliet Catholic), junior offensive lineman Kevin Lonergan (Oak Lawn/ Oak Lawn Community), senior defensive lineman Nick Cemeno (New Lenox/Providence Catholic) and senior linebacker Dan Fitzgerald (Chicago, Ill./ St. Rita). SXU had senior wide receiver Randall Wells (Matteson, Ill./College of DuPage/ Marian Catholic), junior wide receiver Ryan Carroll (Evergreen Park/Marist), junior offensive lineman Sean Jones (Crown Point, Ind./Crown Point), senior linebacker Michael Mettille (Morris/Pennsylvania/Joliet Catholic) and senior defensive back Doug Ruggles (Mission Viejo, Calif./ Saddleback JC/Mission Viejo) named to the second team.

The three Cougars awarded honorable mention accolades were freshman defensive lineman Dmitri Joe (LaGrange Park/Nazareth Academy), junior defensive back Matt Johnson (Rockford/Boylan Catholic) and senior offensive lineman Adam Smith (Glen Ellyn/Glenbard West).

HIGH SCHOOL NOTEBOOK

No Small accomplishment as Peace hires new softball coach Photo by Jeff Vorva

St. Laurence players pose with the plaque that honored them for making it to the Class 5A semifinals after losing to Nazareth, which will go on to win either a first- or second-place trophy Saturday.

Blackmon, whose squads have gone 1-8, 4-5, 5-6 and now 103. “That’s our goal next year

“The younger guys got great experience. Hopefully we carry it over going into next year.”

quarterback Ryan Kasdorf) set me up well, it was amazing.”

Saint Xavier (7-4) jumped out to an early 14-0 lead in the first four minutes of play on a pair of Rhode touchdown passes after scoring on the opening possession and then regaining possession on a successful onside kick attempt and led 21-7 after the first quarter.

Morningside (10-1) led 33-20 at halftime and SXU regained the lead at 40-33 after three.

The fourth quarter proved to be the wildest one as SXU scored early with an 18-yard run by sophomore Drey Devereaux (Hobart, Ind./Hobart) to push the lead to 47-33 before the Mustangs answered right back with a quick drive ending in a 39-yard touchdown pass to make the score, 47-40.

Simms ran it in on a one-yard plunge with 6:10 left in regulation to push the lead to 14, 54-40. Morningside got two touchdowns in the final minutes, including the game-tying one with 58 seconds left to send

the game to overtime knotted at 54-54.

Overtime was just as wild as regulation.

SXU stalled on a failed try in the first OT and Morningside was pushed backward and missed its 50-yard field goal attempt to keep the score tied.

The Cougars scored on its next drive with a seven-yard touchdown catch by Carroll.

Morningside answered right back with a five-yard run to tie the game again at 61-61.

On its first play of the third overtime possession, Rhode hit Simms in stride for a 25-yard touchdown strike, but again the Mustangs responded with a nine-yard score to tie it at 69-69.

The Mustangs defense got a stop at the line of scrimmage on a run and then helped force three straight incompletions to give its offense a shot for the win. MC fumbled an exchange on its first play of the ensuing drive to lose four yards, but ran it four straight times after that, including the winning TD.

Queen of Peace hired Oak Lawn native Kelly Small as its new softball coach. She comes from her alma mater, Oak Lawn High School, where she was the sophomore head coach.

“I am excited to be part of the Queen of Peace family and to have an opportunity to share my knowledge and passion for this sport. I am grateful to have the chance to create a successful program,” Small said.

Small earned many accolades while playing in high school and college including: All Conference, All Area and second team All American while at Oak Lawn and All American, Offensive Player of the Year and batting average record holder at Moraine Valley Community College.

Small attributes her coaching style to her mother who was her first base coach growing up.

“She really had a great impact on so many families and exemplified what it meant to play for the love of the game and apply the lessons you learned on the field,” Small said. “She is also a Queen of Peace alum so it’s exciting to be part of the athletics program at her alma mater”.

Small holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Saint Xavier University. In addition to coaching she is currently an account executive at Dunbar Armored Services.

St. Laurence wins Oak Lawn bowling tourney In a meet with several area

Supplied photo

Queen of Peace Athletic Director George Shimko (left) welcomes new softball coach Kelly Small, who earned many athletic honors during her years at the school.

teams battling it out, St. Laurence’s bowling team notched a 6,115 to claim the 16-team Oak Lawn Bowling Tournament on Saturday.

Brother Rice was second with a 6,069 and Sandburg third with a 6,064.

Shepard finished fifth, Oak Lawn seventh. Richards ninth, Stagg 10th and Marist 16th.

Sandburg’s Cameron Crowe rolled a 1,420 in six games to take the individual championship. Sat. Laurence’s Matt Corona was second with 1,398.

Nick Smith of Brother Rice, Dylan Catalano-Wild of Oak Lawn and Jordan Noftz of Shepard rounded out the top five.

Compiled by Jeff Vorva from submitted reports.

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Section 2 Thursday, November 26, 2015

FOCUS ON ST. XAVIER

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FOCUS ON MORAINE VALLEY

Willging and able: Cyclones drop two at soccer nationals but finish big Cougars finish 22nd in the nation in cross country Sophomore Ellie Willging (Freeport/UIC/ Freeport) secured NAIA All-American honors with a 23rd place overall finish in leading the Saint Xavier University women’s cross country team to a 22nd place team finish at the 2015 NAIA Cross Country National Championship Saturday morning at McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte, N.C. Willging finished the 5K (5,000 meters) race with a time of 18:05.1 for her big finish. SXU had 557 team points en route to its 22nd place finish in the 35-team national event. It was two spots higher than its current national rank of No. 24 in the final NAIA Women’s Cross Country Coaches’ Top 25 Poll.

Junior Nicole Maier (Burbank/Olivet Nazarene/Reavis) came across in 126th place in the field of 321 NAIA runners with a time of 19:12.3. Sophomore Sierra Downey (Stickney/Morton College/Morton West) was the third finisher for the Cougars Saturday in 134th place at 19:17.4, while junior Nicole Watkins (Bartlett/Bartlett) took 182nd place with a time of 19:37.6. Junior Courtney Correa (Homer Glen/Lockport Township) was the final scorer for SXU coming across in 274thplace at 20:32.6. Freshmen Deandra Stokes (South Holland/Thornton) and Jess Wittmayer (Bartlett/Bartlett) rounded out the competitors for the Cougars. The pair finished less than a second apart with Stokes coming in at 20:37.9 for 279th place and Wittmayer at 20:38.5 for 280th.

“I’m so proud of this team and how they ran today and throughout this season,” said SXU coach Lisa Ebel. “We don’t have any seniors on this squad, so the future looks really bright.

I’m so happy for Ellie, because she has run like an All-American all season and it was nice to see her finish the season with the honor.”

A grand time for men’s basketball team With its 92-90 road win over Trinity International University Nov. 18 in Deerfield, the men’s basketball team reached a major milestone in the program’s 46-year history by achieving victory No. 1,000 for the school’s oldest sport.

Five Cougars scored in double figures in the historic game led by junior guard Kyle Huppe (Edgerton, Kan./Gardner Edgerton) with 18 points. Senior guard Stanley Moore (Rockton, /Sauk Valley CC/Rockton-Hononegah) also had a huge impact in the victory with 17 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists.

Other key contributors for the Cougars Wednesday night were junior guard Dominique Jeter (Chicago/South Suburban CC/ Julian) and sophomore forward Niko Cahue (Orland Park, /Moraine Valley CC/Sandburg) with 13 points apiece and sophomore point guard Quinn Niego (Chicago/Brother Rice) with 12 points.

Win 1,001 wasn’t bad either on Saturday.

Trailing 67-60 with just over eight minutes remaining in regulation, the Cougars rallied to pick up an 84-78 road win over Indiana University-South Bend (IUSB) in Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference (CCAC) play.

Senior guard Stanley Moore (Rockton/Sauk Valley CC/Rockton-Hononegah) helped fuel the rally scoring the first six points in a 12-2 run by the Cougars that put them ahead for good with three minutes to play. Moore came off the bench to score a game-high 25 points on 9-for-15 shooting from the field.

Women’s basketball team comes home and wins again Led by a game-best 20 points, including six three-pointers, from sophomore guard Kara Krolicki (Mokena/Lincoln-Way East), the No. 3 Cougars rolled to a 75-55 win over Taylor University (Ind.) in its 2015-16 home opener last Thursday at the Shannon Center in Chicago.

Junior guard Mikayla Leyden (Chicago/ Trinity) had 14 points, seven rebounds and four assists, while senior center Caitlin McMahon (Frankfort/Lincoln-Way East) notched a double-double performance of 12 points and 10 rebounds to go along with her game-leading four blocks. Sophomore center Brittany Collins (Des Plaines, Ill./Maine West) and junior guard Revi McMahon (Palos Park, Ill./Stagg) both provided lifts off the bench with Collins logging nine points and three steals and McMahon adding a career-high eight points

Three-point threat coming Maddie Welter, a 5-foot-9 senior guard at Buffalo Grove High School signed a letter of intent to SXU. “Maddie is exactly the type of player that we were looking for based on our team’s style of play,” said women’s basketball coach Bob Hallberg. “Having quality shooters has always been one of our program’s primary focuses, especially three-point shooters.

“We feel that Maddie is one of best threepoint shooters in the Chicagoland area and that we landed a player who is going to be able to come right in and contribute right away.”

Welter is the daughter of Dan and Anne Welter of Arlington Heights. She is currently coached by Steve Kolodziej at Buffalo Grove High School and also plays for the club team All In Athletics under the direction of Matt Truding. During her junior season in 2014-15, Welter averaged 12.8 points, 5.9 rebounds and 4.0 assists per game for the Bison and led the Mid-Suburban League (MSL) East in threepoint field goals.

“I’m so excited to have committed to such a great school and basketball program,” said Welter. “I’m so blessed to have this opportunity and really looking forward to the upcoming years at Saint Xavier University.”

Compiled by Jeff Vorva from submitted reports.

Moarine Valley’s women’s soccer team’s first experience at the national tournament didn’t go as well at it hoped, dropping two pool games, but the Cyclones were happy to score a couple of goals before leaving Florida.

After dropping a 4-0 decision in the opener to Tyler on Nov. 16, the Cyclones were eliminated from the 2015 NJCAA Women’s Division I Soccer Championship to defending national champion Monroe College the next day, 5-2.

Marbella Rodriguez scored for Moraine with 15 minutes to play, making it 5-1 and six minutes later, making it 5-2.

“It’s good to end with two goals on a positive note and go home instead of drowning in our sorrows that we lost, just to think of it as a great experience,” Moraine coach Al Palar said. “I am extremely proud of the girls. Not just the season but this tournament as well. We showed that we can compete here. Hopefully just build on this and keep moving forward.”

Moraine finished 15-3.

In the opener, Moraine keeper Kaylyn Egyarto left game at the 17:36 mark of first half after being injured in a collision in the 18-yard box with Tyler’s Audresha Spates.

She was replaced by midfielder/defender Lauren Regan.

Spates received a yellow card.

“We knew it was going to be tough against Tyler,” Palar said. “We knew we were up against it today. A lot of these girls aren’t used to playing such high competition.

“But to come out in the first 20, 30 minutes and just frustrate, we frustrated the heck out of them.

Huge credit to us. I’m still extremely proud.”

Fantastic fall The soccer national tournament appearance capped off a big sports season for the Palos Hills school.

Of Moraine Valley Community College’s seven fall sports, five

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Moraine Valley’s soccer team went 0-2 in its first trip to the nationals but finished strong in the second pool game.

earned Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference championships, one for the first time, and two earned NJCAA Region IV championships.

The women’s tennis team took home its second consecutive conference championship and later qualified for nationals. Then the men’s golf team took a co-championship, also their second straight, before qualifying for nationals—the team’s third time ever.

The last time the men’s soccer team topped the Skyway was 10 years ago This season, the Cyclones were undefeated with one tie in conference. The women won their first league conference title.

The women’s cross country team also made school history by winning back-to-back championships— its second consecutive conference crown and then a week later capturing its second straight region title.

The Cyclones also competed for the second year in a row at the national championship Nov. 14, where they finished 32nd.

This has been one of the most successful fall seasons ever thanks to several changes, said Bill Finn, the

athletic director since 1983.

“All this winning makes it easier for recruiting because they see how excellent and successful we are. It also helps our sophomores get noticed for scholarships to move on to four-year colleges and universities,” Finn said. “We hope to continue this with our other sports and win the conference all-trophy at the end of the school year as we did for the 2014-15 season.”

Women’s basketball team splits The Cyclones took a beating and then bounced right back during the Triton College Tournament Nov. 13 and 14 to bring home a split. They lost to Black Hawk East, 83-66.

Michelle Borgen (Andrew) led with a double-double (23 points, 13 rebounds and three blocks) after playing only 25 minutes due to foul trouble. Carly Trinley (Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences) added a spark in her first game back with seven points, four assists and two steals.

On day two of the tournament the Cyclones bounced back to a re-

sounding 78-57 victory against Lincoln College less than a week after squeaking by the Lynx (64-62). The Cyclones jumped out to a 27-6 lead, and throughout the game they led by as much as 29 points. Borgen earned another double-double this game with 27 points and 15 boards, landing her fourth in the NJCAA Division II rankings for points per game (23.8). Dee Dee Shatat (Oak Lawn) added 17 points, seven assists, two blocks, and two steals. Erin Drynan (Mother McAuley) chipped in 15 points and five more blocks, ranking first nationally in blocks (6.3 per game).

Beat-up men’s hoops team falls The Cyclones took a beating Nov. 14 from nationally-ranked Danville Area Community College, 87-67.

Down a few players due to injuries, Luke Hook (Andrew) amassed 17 points and nine rebounds followed

by Ermias Nega (Wakefield) who had 14 points and Tyler Mitchell (Argo) who banked 12.

Compiled by Jeff Vorva from submitted reports.

FOCUS ON TRINITY CHRISTIAN COLLEGE

Jourdan 29th in nation after 15-second drop in personal best time Ashley Jourdan, Jessica Disselkoen, and Cody Velthuizen represented the Trinity Christian College women’s and men’s cross country teams at the NAIA Cross Country National Championships Saturday at McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Jourdan led the way with a 29th-place finish, Disselkoen finishing in 78th and Velthuizen taking 139th.

The 36th annual women’s 5K race consisted of 35 teams and total of 321 runners.

Jourdan ran the best race of her career and tied the school record with a time of 18:09.

Supplied photo The time bested her Ashley Jourdan finished previous career mark, 29th in the nationals and set at the conferwas named to the All- ence meet earlier this America team. month, by 15 seconds.

Her finish was the second highest finish for a Trinity female athlete at the national meet. As a top-30 finisher, she earned NAIA All-American honors. It was Jourdan’s second national meet appearance as last season she placed 100th.

Disselkoen had her best ever finish in her three appearances at the national meet. She finished in 78th place with a time of 18:52. Although 26 seconds off her season best, it is her fastest time in the past month of competition. In her two previous national meet races she took 118th and 122nd.

The men’s 60th annual 8K race consisted of

36 teams and total of 326 runners. Velthuizen placed 139th overall which placed him in the top 45 percent. His completed the course with a time of 26:32, which is 28 seconds off his season best.

It is Velthuizen’s second national meet appearance as he took 100th last season.

Women’s soccer team heading to NCCAA nationals Wind and rain were not ideal weather conditions for the NCCAA North Central Region, but it was a good result for the Trolls who came away the victors. As the higher seed, Trinity hosted the University of Northwestern (St. Paul, Minnesota) in the final game and shut-out the Eagles with a 3-0 score on Nov. 17.

With the victory the team will advance to the National Championship in Kissimmee, Florida starting Monday.

After seven shots that did not score, the Trolls made the eighth one count late in the first period.

In the 39th minute Adrianna Puente fed the ball up the middle to Jessica Bianchi who out-maneuvered the goalkeeper who came out to play the ball. Bianchi beat the keeper and found the empty net.

The 1-0 score held at the half and through the first 38 minutes of the second period. Bianchi and Brooklyn Celebron scored the second and third goals.

For the game the Trolls had 25 shots of which 16 were on goal. Northwestern ended with two shots.

Sierra Christopher was in the goal with one save.

Volleyball team knocked out of tourney by Lourdes The Trolls’ season came to an end Saturday in the NAIA National Championship Opening Round at Savage Arena at the University of Toledo. Trinity was paired against unbeaten Lourdes

University (Sylvania, Ohio) and the Trolls fell in three sets at 25-17, 25-23, and 15-18. With the loss the Trolls end their post-season play and finish their season with a 23-17 record.

Kacie Stoll led the team with 13 kills behind a .324 hitting percentage. She also picked up six digs. Tori Mantel ended with 31 assists and nine digs. Michelle Busscher ended with the high of 12 digs and Karleigh Krchmey had 11.

Lourdes improved to 32-0.

Men’s basketball drops two

The Trolls’ first conference assignment was a challenge as they played at preseason-ranked No. 5 Olivet Nazarene University and lost 89-65.

Jordan Perry, Caleb Jonkman, and Myles Birgans each had 15 points. Nari Garrett was just shy of a double-double with 10 points and nine rebounds.

In a non-conference game host Trinity lost to Spring Arbor University (Spring Arbor, Michigan) Saturday, 81-77.

The Trolls were led by Birgans with 10 points, four rebounds, and three assists. Perry had 16 points and four rebounds. Garrett was the high rebounder with seven and Ryan Tubbs had five assists.

Women’s basketball still winless Olivet Nazarene kept Trinity winless with a 108-78 victory.

Lauren Stokes had 13 points and six rebounds.

Allie Paluchniak and Bethany Jansma were also in double-figure scoring with 12 and 10 points respectively. Celina Wanta led the team in assists with six to go along with her seven points and seven rebounds.

The team fell to 0-7 with a 77-51 loss to Cardinal Stritch.

Compiled by Jeff Vorva from submitted reports.

THE NEXT LEVEL

Korbakes, Carthage fall in tight national semifinal match

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

Photo by Matt Thome/Carthage College

Former Shepard star Stephanie Korbakes (foreground) had plenty to yell about this season, including a 20-kill performance in the Division III national semifinals on Friday.

Former Shepard volleyball standout Stephanie Korbakes was on fire with 20 kills and six blocks last Friday night.

But even that effort was not enough to get her team to the national championship match.

Korbakes and Carthage College were stopped in a wild 25-21, 25-27, 21-25, 25-22, 15-11 by Cal Lutheran in the semifinals of the NCAA Division III Tournament on the campus of Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Korbakes, a 5-foot-10 left-handed junior right side hitter from Palos Heights, pounded down seven of those kills in the second set.

Carthage finished the season with a 35-8 mark and although Korbakes didn’t win any postseason awards, she finished the season second on the team with 421 kills and second with 102 blocks.

Cal went on to win the national championship with a three-set win over Wittenberg (Ohio) to finish 31-5.

North Central College tied a school record for points in a game when its women’s basketball team rolled in a 124-68 win over Principia Friday night in the North Central College Tipoff Tournament.

The bad news is that Queen of Peace graduate Erica Buck did not have a hand in setting that record. She played 14 minutes and missed her four shots.

The good news is that she hauled down 10 rebounds and the Cardinals established a record with 82 rebounds in the contest.

The next day, the Cardinals stepped up their competition and took on Maryville, ranked 13th in Division III and had a seven-point fourth-quarter lead but fell 87-85. Buck scored two points and had a rebound in nine minutes of work.

The 6-foot senior played in all 28 games for the Cardinals and scored 13 points and hauled down 50 rebounds.

McAuley duo helping Benedictine Benedictine’s women’s basketball team opened the season up with a loss to Elmurst but went on to win their next three games.

Sophomore guard Raven Willis, who graduated from Morther McAuley, started all four games and averaged 5.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, and one steal per game.

Jasma Williams, a sophomore forward also from McAuley, got into all four games and scored two points and hauled down 10 rebounds.

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WEEKLY FOOTBALL FORECAST Congratulations! After two awful weeks, the Fab Five graduated to mediocrity last week. Things are fairly tight for the postseason MVP honors so we have the eight title games to pick with a tiebreaker of guessing the total number of points in the Marist game without going over. Rakow has a one-game lead over Maholy, and they disagree on three games. Vorva, who is making history by picking a Chicago Public League team for the first time, ever, is still in it, too.

On with the games: Jeff Vorva Last week: Postseason: Regular season: Loyola vs. Marist Glenbard West vs. Libertyville Montini vs. Crete-Monee Nazareth vs. Lincoln-Way West Phillips vs. Belleville Althoff Catholic Bishop McNamara vs. Tolono Unity Downs (Tri-Valley) vs. Auburn Stark County vs. Arcola

7-3 23-17 71-18 Loyola (50) Glenbard W. Montini Nazareth Phillips Bishop Mc Downs Stark Co.

Anthony Nasella 6-4 21-19 51-38 Marist (45) Glenbard W. Crete Nazareth Belleville Unity Auburn Arcola

Jason Maholy 6-4 24-16 63-26 Loyola (73) Libertyville Montini Nazareth Phillips Unity Downs Stark Co.

Wally Findysz 7-3 20-20 71-18 Loyola (53) Libertyville Montini Nazareth Belleville Bishop Mc. Downs Arcola

Bob Rakow 5-5 25-15 63-26 Loyola (48) Libertyville Montini Nazareth Belleville Bishop Mc. Downs Arcola

Images from a c-c-cold Saturday of f-f-football

It stopped snowing for Marist’s night game with Waubonsie Valley but the after-effects from Saturday afternoon’s storm were still on the goal post.

Hours before St. Laurence’s game with Nazareth, hundreds of volunteers shoveled the morning snow off the field. It didn’t take long for it to get covered again in the afternoon.

You usually see at least one fan take off his shirt in cold weather. At St. Laurence, this is that guy and he is standing near a snowman.

The clock winds down and Marist starts to celebrate its trip to the Class 8A state championship game with a backdrop of snowy trees on Saturday night.

The cheerleaders for St. Laurence had to change their uniforms a little on Saturday.

Photos by Jeff Vorva

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.VALERIE BENNECKE SLACK, FIFTH THIRD BANK S/I/I TO FIFTH THIRD BANK (CHICAGO) Defendants 14 CH 20061 9220 SOUTH 85TH 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 September 15, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 16, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9220 SOUTH 85TH COURT, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 2302-314-013-0000. The real estate is improved with a one story, single family home; two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \�AS IS\� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1409533.

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. PA1409533 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 20061 TJSC#: 35-13523 I675231

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.HANANE BAYOUD Defendants 15 CH 002963 10414 S. 84TH 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 September 23, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 29, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 10414 S. 84TH AVENUE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-108-031. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file 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 14-15-02623.

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. 14-15-02623 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 002963 TJSC#: 35-14507 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER WITH WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.MONIKA A. DZIUBA AKA MONIKA DZIUBA AKA MONIKA ALEKSANDRA DZIUBA, DARIUSZ DZIUBA, THE RIVIERA IN PALOS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, PNC BANK, N.A. SBM TO NATIONAL CITY BANK SBM TO MIDAMERICA BANK, FSB, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 8228 24 COUR LEROUX 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 January 16, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 28, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 24 COUR LEROUX, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-23-101-025-0000.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $133,577.01.

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(g-1), 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14040121.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14040121 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 14 CH 8228 TJSC#: 35-15070 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS CWMBS, INC., CHL MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH TRUST 2005-HYB 10 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-HYB 10, Plaintiff V. KENNETH H. SOUTH A/K/A KEN SOUTH A/K/A K. SOUTH A/K/A K.H. SOUTH A/K/A KENNETH H. SOUTH JR.; MARIE E. SOUTH; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; PALOS CREEK TOWNHOME ASSOCIATION, Defendants 10 CH 11860 Property Address: 11061 SOUTH 84TH AVENUE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Shapiro Kreisman & Assoc. file # 10-033103 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure sales.)

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on September 22, 2015, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on December 23, 2015, 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 11061 South 84th Avenue, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Permanent Index No.: 23-14-411-006 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

If the subject property is a condominium, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay such of the condominium association’s assessments and legal fees as are required by 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). The judgment amount was $ 316,245.03. 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 www. kallenrs.com.

For information: Sale Clerk, Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC, 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.

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR NEW CENTURY HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST SERIES 2005-C, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES Plaintiff, -v.AZZAM A. HINDI A/K/A AZZAM ALHINDI, GHAIDA AL NAJJAR, ALLSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY Defendants 10 CH 017324 15149 HOLLYHOCK 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 22, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 28, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 15149 HOLLYHOCK COURT, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-13-110-022. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file 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 14-13-28554. 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.

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The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $207,871.40.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. only Please refer to file number 11-052032.

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.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 Attorney File No. 11-052032 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 12 CH 41851 TJSC#: 35-14378 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.INDRE VIZGAITIENE A/K/A INDRE JUCYS, OAK HILLS CONDOMINIUM I ASSOCIATION, SAUGIRDAS JUCYS, WEBSTER BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Defendants 15 CH 8519 13228 SOUTH WESTVIEW DRIVE UNIT 2A 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 September 15, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 5, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 13228 SOUTH WESTVIEW DRIVE UNIT 2A, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-36-303-143-1011. The real estate is improved with a condominium of 4 or more units; 1.5 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm.

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1503360. 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. PA1503360 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 15 CH 8519 TJSC#: 35-13457 I676614

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VIDEOVIEW BY JAY BOBBIN (NOTICE: Ratings for each film begin with a ‘star’ rating - one star meaning ‘poor,’ four meaning ‘excellent’ - followed by the Motion Picture Association of America rating, and then by a family-viewing guide, the key for which appears below.)

STARTING THIS WEEK:

“RICKI AND THE FLASH”: Meryl Streep effects another image change superbly by tapping into her musical side again in director Jonathan Demme’s (“The Silence of the Lambs”) and writer Diablo Cody’s (“Juno”) comedydrama, casting her as a would-be rock star summoned back to the family she left behind to seek fame. Her daughter (played one of by Streep’s actual daughters, Mamie Gummer) is having an emotional meltdown, but the question remains of how much help Mom can be. Another revelation is actor-musician Rick Springfield, who holds his own with Streep as the current man in her character’s life. Kevin Kline also stars as her ex-husband. DVD extras: two “making-of” documentaries. *** (PG-13: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “AMERICAN ULTRA”: A very unexpected CIA operative, played by Jesse Eisenberg, fuels this humor-tinged adventure that has bountiful action ... much of it involving Eisenberg’s supposedslacker character, who’s actually a sleeper agent targeted for elimination, with deeply implanted spy skills. He and his girlfriend (Kristen Stewart, reteamed from “Adventureland” with Eisenberg), go on the run, but he ultimately stands and delivers with the skills deeply embedded in him. Connie Britton (“Nashville”) is fun as another agent who lends assistance; the cast also includes Topher Grace, Walton Goggins (“Justified”), John Leguizamo, Bill Pullman and Tony Hale (“Veep”). DVD extras: two “making-of” documentaries; audio commentary by director Nima Nourizadeh; outtakes. *** (R: AS, P, GV) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “NO ESCAPE”: Moving abroad for work - and taking is family with him - proves to be a

really bad idea for the businessman played by Owen Wilson in this frequently violent melodrama.

Upon arriving in Southeast Asia with his wife (Lake Bell) and children, he finds himself enmeshed in a political rebellion - and his professional position makes him a particular target. Pierce Brosnan also appears as a mystery man who may be of help. DVD extras: audio commentary by writer-director John Erick Dowdle and writerproducer Drew Dowdle; deleted scenes; photo gallery. *** (R: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “SHAUN THE SHEEP MOVIE”: The character devised by the team behind “Wallace & Gromit” offers a feature-length version of his exploits, as Shaun decides to leave the farm and runs into complications in the city. All he wants to do is get back home, but that takes ingenuity and help from his friends to accomplish. Justin Fletcher voices the title character, with John Sparkes, Omid Djalili and Kate Harbour also in the vocal cast. DVD extras: four “makingof” documentaries; poster gallery. *** (PG: AS) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “INSIDE AMY SCHUMER: SEASON THREE”: Shown during a year when the comedian’s popularity exploded - encompassing her movie hit “Trainwreck” - this latest round of her Comedy Central series includes a muchpraised takeoff on the classic trial drama “12 Angry Men,” with Paul Giamatti and Vincent Kartheiser (“Mad Men”) among those as the jurors debating whether Schumer has a place on television. Another episode that got a lot of attention (and coined a certain phrase that can’t be repeated here) finds her having a meeting of the minds with

Tina Fey, Julia Louise-Dreyfus, Patricia Arquette and others. *** (Not rated: AS, P) “NORTHPOLE: OPEN FOR CHRISTMAS”: Coming to video just after its Hallmark Channel premiere, this sequel to last year’s fantasy returns Bailee Madison (`The Good Witch”) to her role as elf Clementine. Upon inheriting a relative’s rundown hotel, a woman (“Full House” alum Loughlin) decides to restore and sell it, but Clementine and some other elves - on a direct mission from Santa - try to inspire her to reconsider and save the jobs of the site’s staff, including the handyman (Dermot Mulroney) who’s helping her get the place back in shape. *** (Not rated)

COMING SOON:

“ZOO: SEASON ONE” (Dec. 1): CBS’ miniseries, based on a novel co-written by James Patterson, puts animals on the warpath around the world; James Wolk and Kristen Connolly star. (Not rated: AS, P, V) “ANT-MAN” (Dec. 8): A thief (Paul Rudd) becomes a scientist’s (Michael Douglas) test vehicle for a size-shrinking technology in this Marvel fantasy. (PG-13: AS, P, V) “KNOCK KNOCK” (Dec. 8): A family man (Keanu Reeves) comes to regret answering a knock at his door by two apparently stranded women. (R: AS, N, P, V) “MINIONS” (Dec. 8): The animated “Despicable Me” characters get their own movie, taking them to 1960s-era New York and London; voices include Sandra Bullock and Jon Hamm. (PG: AS) “MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE ROGUE NATION” (Dec. 15): Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) is an agent without an agency after the CIA shuts down his team. (PG-13: AS, P, V) “TED 2” (Dec. 15): The talking teddy bear (voiced by Seth MacFarlane) runs into trouble in becoming an adoptive parent; Mark Wahlberg also returns. (R and unrated versions: AS, P) FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nudity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, particularly graphic violence.

BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS THIS WEEK Christmas card class for families

A Christmas card art class for families will be hosted at the Log Cabin Center for the Arts on Wednesday, Dec. 2, from 6 to 7 p.m. The Log Cabin Art Center is located at 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park.

Instructor Heather Young invites families with children of any age to join her card-making workshop, in which participants will create unique Christmas greetings by printing with pine sprigs.

The class fee is $9 per person and includes all supplies. Advance reservations are required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

UPCOMING Center Cinema

“Christmas in Connecticut” will be shown on Friday, Dec. 4, at 6:30 p.m., as part of the monthly Center Cinema series at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park.

“Christmas in Connecticut” stars Barbara Stanwyck as a proto-Martha Stewart in this lively comedy, in which she’s a popular food writer with a problem: she doesn’t know the first thing about cooking and her boss has invited company to her place for a traditional Christmas dinner.

A discussion follows the movie.

Free popcorn is served. No fee is charged but pre-registration is necessary. Call The Center at 361-3650.

The Bridge Teen Center programs

Expansion Grand Opening/ Open House - 7 to 9:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 4, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park, will host a Grand Opening event that is open to the community.

The expansion of The Bridge Teen Center includes a demonstration kitchen, a quiet study lounge, a life skills workshop area, an art

station, a new stage, and more.

Free coffee and dessert will be provided. This is not a regular supervised Friday night event for students. For more information, call 532-0500.

The Bridge Teen Center will be closed for Thanksgiving and will also be closed the first days of December until the Dec. 4 open house for the expansion grand opening.

Tinley Park Community band holiday concert

The Tinley Park Community Band will give its annual free holiday concert on Sunday, Dec. 6, at 3 p.m., in the Art Beckmann Performing Arts Center (enter door no. 3) at Central Middle School, 18146 S. Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park.

Music will include selections composed by former band director and guest conductor Stephen J. Platko. Sing along with your favorite holiday tunes with the band and the Epiphany Catholic School Choir. The band will also play Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride.”

The band was established in 1987. Musicians age 14 and older

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Jennifer Lawrence returns as Katniss Everdeen in “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 2.”

‘Mockingjay Part 2’ rolls along but is not necessary

How many ways can you say cash grab? “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 2” is a cash grab at its finest. Not every franchise finale deserves or needs to be split up into two parts like “Harry Potter.”

This is strictly a movie for those who have seen the previous installments of the Hunger Games franchise.

Here in the finale part two, it picks up where part one left off with no catchup for newcomers, just like the Harry Potter franchise it craves to be like.

The real question here is “Was a two part finale needed?” With money speaking loudly, a two part finale was inevitable even though the films scream condense me into one.

This film is actually decent but that doesn’t make it great. It’s also needed because part one doesn’t end the narrative. The presence of Donald Sutherland, Woody Harrelson, Julianne Moore, Phillip Seymour Hoffman and Stanley Tucci are a main part of making this film decent.

All the seasoned actors along with Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth have their screen time drastically reduced because this film is even more focused on Jennifer Lawrence than the previous movies. This installment is the most dependent on Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen. Lawrence does well with this role she has outgrown. She is now an Academy Award winner but she still takes this role seriously.

Even the acting can’t save this movie from the drawn out story. It’s not so much the story that is bad here but the way the Suzanne Collins novel is drawn out into a longer film that makes it bad.

Part two is much darker in terms of the color pallet used than in the other movies. Who is dying?

Is anything happening? It can be hard to figure that

are invited to join. There are no auditions or residency requirements.

Rehearsals are on Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. at McCarthy Park, 16801 S. 80th Ave., Tinley Park.

For more information, visit the By Jeraldine Saunders website at tinleyband.org.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Use a mouth guard to protect you from grinding your teeth. In the ‘Sweeney Todd’ at week to come you may struggle Andrew High Andrew High School will pres- to escape from the tight, uncoment “Sweeney Todd,” the demon fortable space that exists between barber of Fleet Street, who with a rock and a hard place.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): the help of his accomplice who owns the pie shop below, slits the Don’t get off on the wrong foot throats of customers who are then with the guy or gal in your life.

In the week to come make ratiobaked into pies.

Sondheim’s quintessential mu- nal explanations and convince a sical thriller, Sweeney Todd, ex- special someone of your sincerity pertly balances high emotion and before things get out of hand.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): horror with an underlying humor.

Making the audience aware of Remember that the person who their own humanity, the tale of never made a mistake probably Sweeney Todd reminds us of the did nothing at all. In the week power of love and the dangers of ahead your significant other might be grouchy or somewhat critical. revenge and greed.

This show is suitable for audi- Remain supportive.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): ences 13 years and older.

Performances run Dec. 3, 4, and Make smart choices. If you stay 5 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $6 for on your toes this week you can students with ID and seniors, $8 make friends in high places and for adults. For tickets, call (708) a few extra dollars, too. Put extra effort into charming customers, 342-5953.

TONY PINTO out because it’s hard to see what’s happening on screen. There are periods of time where you don’t see Katniss, not because she is not on screen but because it’s so dark. You can make a film look dark without it being utterly dark, which needed to be done here to help make the film more readable.

Also worth noting, this is the final film in the career of Phillip Seymour Hoffman. It’s evident that his scenes were not finished before his tragic death, but the movie does the best it can to mask the fact.

This writer won’t spoil the end for those are invested in the saga of Katniss, even though the ending is disappointing. You physically need to go to be disappointed in the inconsistent unneeded extra ending that should’ve been burned on the cutting room floor. Before these unnecessary scenes there is a perfectly satisfying ending that gets tossed away for a so-called happy Hollywood ending.

Whether this film is good or not is irrelevant. It did what “Harry Potter” and “Twilight” franchises did with the two part endings. If you’ve seen the other three films in the franchise, “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 2” is appointment viewing so you can wrap a bow on Katniss and her exploits.

Tony Pinto’s grade: C

OMARR’S WEEKLY ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST contacts and co-workers.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Bring a friend home to dinner. Embrace an opportunity to treat a friend like a family member. To do your best work in the week to come seek peace and quiet in out of the way places.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Everything comes full circle in the end. The balancing act you must perform to please family on one hand, and the demands of a career on the other, might finally come to a peak this week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Breaking up isn’t always hard to do. In the week to come you might seamlessly leave some relationships behind. You may learn which people are fully trustworthy and which ones aren’t.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Reaching the top is never final. You must continue to travel through the dips and then climb up the peaks again. You may feel invincible this week but it is wise to tread cautiously.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Funnel frustrations into a formula for success. Efforts may be unrewarding when you don’t receive encouragement. In the week ahead maintain a low profile and avoid controversy.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Think twice without over thinking. You may experience something similar to writer’s block in the week ahead. You may be discouraged by a temporary inability to get ahead.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It may be boring or soothing to do the same thing over again, as long as it isn’t a mistake. This week you may be able to ride the rocking horse of repetitive actions into the winner’s circle.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There is no reason to beat your head against the wall when the door is right around the corner.

As this week unfolds don’t be discouraged. The solution to a problem is in plain view.

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