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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2014
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'Our worst nightmare' Vigil held for missing Palos Park man as extensive search continues Cunningham, a resident of the Lakeview Staff Reporter neighborhood on ChiTears mingled with cago’s North Side, had prayers Saturday evebeen visiting his parents ning, as a Palos Park and may have been upset mother and father held about something relating out hope for the safe to his job as an account return of their 27-yearmanager for a financial old son, missing since services firm. John Oct. 30. “We love all of you,” “This is our worst Cunningham Jr. John Cunningham Sr. nightmare,” Christine said to the faithful, as Cunningham told several dozen candles flickered in the wind, men, women and children at a moments after the group prayed prayer vigil outside Our Lady of the Our Father, Hail Mary and the Woods Church, 10731 W. 131st a few other requests for divine St., Orland Park. “I want to thank intervention. “Please keep Johnny all of you. Without the support of in your prayers.” our family and friends, I don’t The search for Cunningham has know how we would have made involved at least 200 police offiit to this point.” cers and others, including canine John Cunningham Jr. walked units and helicopters outfitted with away from his parents’ home thermal imaging tools. — near 104th Avenue and McLeads generated thus far apCarthy Road — barefoot and pear to be sporadic and include wearing only a gray T-shirt and two possible sightings of Cunblack sweatpants, according to ningham more than a week ago, police. And he left without his See MISSING, Page 2 wallet or cell phone.
By Tim Hadac
Her husband’s arm around her for support, Christine Cunningham (above left) thanks the faithful during last Saturday’s candlelight vigil for her son, John Cunningham Jr. Several dozen members of the Cunningham family and friends huddled for warmth and prayed during the vigil outside Our Lady of the Woods Church in Orland Park. Photos by Tim Hadac
Orland joins forces opposing Senate Bill 16 By Tim Hadac Staff reporter
Political muscle continues to flex against proposed legislation that would strip millions of dollars from local schools. The Orland Park Village Board last week unanimously approved a resolution urging the Illinois General Assembly to reject Senate Bill 16, the School “Every child Funding Reform deserves a Act of 2014, and great educainstead “pass comprehensive education, just not at the expense tion reform which increases funding of other and does not pechildren.” nalize successful school districts.” — Orland Park “This issue isn’t Trustee Dan very new to anyCalandriello body, it’s been a hot topic in the media over the last month or so,” said Mayor Dan McLaughlin at the Village Board’s meeting on Nov. 3. “SB 16 would severely hurt the schools that serve Orland Park, two or three grammar school districts, along with a high school district—taking millions of dollars away from us, and the only options for school districts would be to make some severe cuts in their services, make classrooms more crowded, and eventually raise real estate taxes to cover the difference.” Trustee Dan Calandriello chimed in, at the mayor’s invitation. “Every child deserves a great education, See ORLAND, Page 2
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or stuff like that,” Blome continued. “But when Joseph was with me, things suddenly became Staff reporter very different. I calmed down. I did not have to The canine star of a recent PAWWS (Paws take the meds I take on an as-needed basis to Assisting Wounded Warriors) fundraiser, barely control my anxiety.” 6 months old, has already made A party to raise funds for a positive difference in the life the ongoing care and training A fundraiser will be of a military veteran. of the dog (Joseph Ellis Bohon, held Friday night at an English black Labrador that “This dog, Joseph, has been awesome, even in just the two Pack Leader Academy made his public debut on Oct. weeks he was with me for a 10), as well as all other services in Palos Heights visit,” said Jacob Blome, 31, provided by PAWWS, is set an Army and Air Force vetfor 6 to 9 p.m. this Friday at eran who struggles with Post-Traumatic Stress Pack Leader Academy, 12332 S. Harlem Ave., Disorder (PTSD). “I had a doctor’s appointment Palos Heights. at the VA and my blood pressure, which has Admission is free, and the event will include a been high ever since I came home from my last holiday shopping vendor fair with Day Dreamer deployment (in 2011), fell to 116 over 82, which Jewelry, Tastefully Simple, Thirty One, Mary is spot on. That’s not a coincidence. Kay, and Pampered Chef. “I get (PTSD) symptoms like, my hands start Refreshments will be available, and there will getting jittery, my arms will start itching, other See FRIENDS, Page 2 people will notice that I start rubbing my arms
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War veteran Jacob Blome, who served in both Iraq and Afghanistan, enjoys a lighter moment with Joseph Ellis Bohan, a service dog being trained for him at Pack Leader Academy in Palos Heights, before the pair went for a walk down Harlem Avenue. Photo by Tim Hadac
Independence salutes veterans By Tim Hadac Staff reporter
Photo by Tim Hadac Veterans Philip Tortorici (from left) and Jim Baillie stand with Independence Junior High School Student Council Vice President Conor Glennon and President Matt Callahan. Baillie used the occasion to encourage all local veterans to join the Reber-Tesmond Orland-Palos VFW Post 2604 at monthly meetings, held at 7 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month at the post, 15045 S. West Ave., Orland Park.
On a gray Tuesday, several hundred Palos Heights residents gathered at Independence Junior High School to salute dozens of local military veterans for their service to the nation. The 30-minute Veterans Day assembly, laden with speeches, songs and symbolism, was led by Principal Kevin Kirk, Palos Heights Veterans Commission Chairman Scott Kelly, Student Council President Matt Callahan and others. Alderman Donald Bylut (1st Ward), representing Mayor Robert Straz, read a
municipal proclamation, colors were presented by a Shepard High School ROTC unit, and veterans were serenaded by the Independence choir and band. The band played the anthems of the five service branches, as veterans stood, awash in the applause of the audience. New at the school this year was a display case with mementoes from the USS Independence, an aircraft carrier in service from 1959 to 1998, which played a role in military actions around the world. The school’s observance was one of a number in the area, including municipal See VETERANS, Page 2
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Continued from Page 1 along Harlem Avenue, just north of the Cal-Sag Channel. Some have speculated that Cunningham may be headed in the direction of Evergreen Park, where he lived as a boy. Cunningham’s disappearance is “out of character,” said Palos Park resident Mike Roupas, a close friend who organized the vigil. “We are grateful for the help we’ve received from the news media in getting word out there and keeping it out there, and we want John to know that everybody loves you and is ready to welcome you back.” Private investigator Paul Ciolino, hired by the Cunningham family, wrote Monday on the “Find John Cunningham” Face-
About 20 local children participated, along with parents and grandparents, at the Palos Heights Recreation Department’s annual Kids’ Garage Sale, held Saturday in the gymnasium at the Recreation Center, 6601 W. 127th St. Designed for children ages 4-15, the event helped local boys and girls learn the skill of setting and negotiating prices, as well as the emotional importance of letting go of their possessions. At right: Palos Park resident Ann Harty beams with pride as she describes her son, Owen, 11, as a “super seller” at the sale.
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A selling table doubles as a hideout for Grace Harty, 7, and her sister, Kate, 10, of Palos Park.
Lisa Jarmoszka, of Palos Heights, her son, Matthew, and daughter, Mari, use their best sales smiles to showcase shoes, books and toys for sale.
be raffles for various prizes. Christmas tree ornaments will be on sale for those who want to help sponsor a PAWWS dog. Those seeking more information on the event or simply want to make a donation are encouraged to call 361-3647. Joseph the dog will be there, as well. The non-profit PAWWS acquires and trains service dogs to help heal the psychological wounds of military veterans with PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. Blome was part of the military wave that invaded Iraq in 2003 and toppled dictator Saddam Hussein. A resident of Bloomington, Blome served a total of six years in the Army. “One of the things about PTSD is you never fully readjust to that civilian, stateside mentality,” Blome said. “I wanted to go back, but I didn’t want to do another 16to 18-month Army deployment, so I went to the Air National Guard and they offered a 6- or 7-month deployment, which is a lot more doable in my mind. So I switched over to that and deployed with the Air Force twice, once to Kyrgystan and once to Afghanistan. My last deployment ended in 2011, and I am still a member of the Air National Guard, but I’m going through the medical retirement process right now.” The adjustment to home was difficult, as it is for so many veterans. “I kind of alienated myself from my friends, and whenever we’d go over to my wife’s friends’ houses, you’d find me in the other room with the friends’ dog,” he
Veterans
Continued from Page 1 ceremonies in Palos Heights, Palos Park and Orland Park, and school events at Palos South, St. Alexander and in Orland School District 135.
book page that since John Jr. “has not accessed his bank accounts and does not have his phones or computers,” he assumes that he “is receiving support from someone or an organization. He is being housed, and he is healthy and free, until proven otherwise…I remain confident that John is experiencing a personal crisis of some sort and he either is incapable of reaching out to his family or for any number of reasons refuses to do so.” Those with useful information to share are encouraged to call the Cook County Sheriff’s Police at 865-4896, or 911 in the case of a sighting or something involving immediate law enforcement attention. A $10,000 reward has been offered by the family for information that leads to Cunningham’s safe return.
recalled. It was through the advice of a comrade at the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center, in North Chicago, that Blome heard about and was linked with PAWWS. He was paired with Joseph and has his own hoops to jump through, because those vets who receive dogs are required by PAWWS to go through quite a bit of training themselves—for their own sake and the animal’s. “I need, like, 80 hours training, before Joseph actually can come home with me,” Blome said. “It’s everything from step 1---taking control of the dog to wash the dog, clip his toenails, be able to clean out his ears, going through the commands of just being ‘a good dog’ to ensure that he’s nice and calm in public. “Then we’ll start getting into the PTSD-specific commands, where Joseph learns how to feed off my energy,” he added. “I was very fortunate that I got to take him home for just about two weeks, and I’ve already noticed that he’s picking up on my signals.” Blome offered an example. “Every Friday, I go to the local antique shop back home, and last week there were more people there than there usually are, which drove my anxiety level up,” he recounted. “Joseph picked up on that. He was kind of grabbing my hand, he would hop up on my lap, you know, trying to get me out of there, and he did.” Even though still a pup, Joseph is “a very well-behaved dog. It’s amazing. I’ve gone to places with him, and nobody knows he’s there. He’s quiet, he’s right by my side,” Blome added.
Veterans Day was originally proclaimed as Armistice Day by President Woodrow Wilson nearly a century ago — a day to be “filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory.”
Palos Heights resident Kim Jakes and her grandson, Hunter Schultz, of Naperville, offer a table loaded with a wide variety of items.
Orland
Continued from Page 1 just not at the expense of other children,” he said, adding that Orland School District 135 would be forced to make a number of cuts, including to special education and transportation, if SB 16 is passed in its current form.
District 230 The Orland Park action came four days after a similar rejection of SB 16 by the Consolidated High School District 230 Board. Sounding less like a genial school board president and more like a skilled prosecutor addressing a jury, Board President Rick Nogal read a stinging indictment of the bill. The condemnation came in the form of a nearly 700-word resolution, applauded and passed unanimously by the board at its October meeting, held at Andrew High School. The move against the proposed legislation was a kind of “second shoe” dropping, the first being a pair of town hall meetings hosted
by the district on Oct. 22 and 23—one at Conrady Junior High School, the other at Sandburg High School. At those forums — attended by several hundred people — Nogal laid out a detailed, 29-page analysis of the projected negative impacts of SB 16 — an analysis that Nogal said no one else in the state has done, at least to that depth. The analysis, which can be found on the d230.org website, has attracted attention from school officials across the state, who are using it as a tool to fight the proposed bill. It also has won acclaim among faculty in the district, earning an “A-plus plus plus” from Sandburg High School teacher and District 230 Teachers’ Association President Michelle Etchason, who ladled praise over Nogal at the meeting. Nogal was quick to point out that the analysis was a team effort produced by a handful of people over several brainstorming sessions. SB 16 was passed by the Illinois State Senate last May. It has not yet been considered by the Illinois House of Representatives,
and its primary House sponsor, State Rep. Linda Chapa LaVia (D-Aurora), has told The Regional News that the bill will not move until the General Assembly’s spring session. Despite that assurance, Nogal counseled continued vigilance by all, as he did at the town hall meetings, “because who knows where (the bill) is going to go?”
Activists wary Agreeing with Nogal is Hickory Hills resident Debbie Chafee, founder and chairperson of EDGE (Everyone Deserves a Great Education) Illinois, the leading advocacy group opposing SB 16. “We are working under the assumption that SB 16 will be called for a vote in the January lame duck session,” she wrote late week on the group’s Facebook page. “This is the best opportunity that the people who are proponents of changing how Illinois funds public education have to get any education funding passed. “It is as simple as this: if there are enough votes to pass the bill in January, it will be called for a vote.”
Photo by Tim Hadac
Army veteran Edward Kerfin, of Palos Heights, stands in front of the bell of the USS Independence, which was rung to start the all-school assembly on Tuesday. Joining him are his granddaughter, Macey Kerfin (right) and Anna Frieling.
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Rebirth for Randy’s Meat Market & Deli Familiar store to open in new Orland location
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n Orland Park name that has been the grocery-store equivalent of gold has re-emerged, several years after it appeared gone for good.
An Orland Park name that has been the grocery-store equivalent of gold has reemerged, several years after it appeared gone for good. Randy’s Meat Market & Deli is expected to open within days in a storefront at 9105 W. 151st St., which had been home to Orland Meats for more than a dozen years until it closed last May. “We put our sign up a week or so ago, and the excitement has been building steadily,” said co-owner David Withers earlier this week. “People are calling us and even stopping by to look in the window and knock on the door.” As of Monday, there was no set opening date, because of uncertainty about exactly when a piece of machinery would arrive. The new shop will be a fully stocked, traditional butcher shop, as well as a delicatessen that makes sandwiches and sells soup and other ready-toeat favorites. Even though Randy’s rebirth is occurring in the midst of a stubborn and sluggish economy, Withers said “our biggest challenge may be keeping up with demand and making sure
our customers get everything they want.” Randy’s new location is less than two miles southeast of where the popular Randy’s Market once stood before it was forced from its longtime home in the now demolished Orland Park Plaza shopping center at 143rd Street and La Grange Road in 2011 to make way for planned development. While Randy’s removal from its home in the historic heart of the village was long, contentious and occasionally painful, Withers — who owned Randy’s Market along with Rick Huff, son of founder Randy Huff — said he bears no hard feelings toward Orland Park officials. He made a point of saying a good word about Mayor Daniel McLaughlin during a conversation earlier this week with The Regional News, and thanked him for his support of their current efforts. “We like Orland Park, and we’re glad to be here,” said Withers, with co-owner Victor Giacobbe nodding in agreement. With 86 years of meat cutting and grocery store experience between them, both men are confident of success. “As a small shop, we’re in
Photos by Tim Hadac
The new Randy’s signs have created a buzz along 151st Street, weeks before the new shop is set to open.
Co-owners David Withers (left) and Victor Giacobbe stand next to a few of the items that evoke memories of days gone by, including a sign from the old Randy’s Market, touting custom cuts and a commitment to customer satisfaction.
a David and Goliath situation, but that’s OK,” Withers said. “(Randy’s) survived a number of competitors over the years: Omni, Costco, Eagle, Dominick’s, you know, because we
provided the service that they wouldn’t. “At Jewel, (workers) throw it out in the display case and that’s it,” he added. “You ask them how to cook a beef ten-
derloin or ask a question about temperatures, what do you do for this or that, and good luck.” Big stores may beat them on price, but they can’t match Randy’s for service, Withers said. “Providing that service cost us money, payroll, but you reap the rewards,” he added. “The bottom line is, your customers pay your bills, and we understand that and respect that.” The location certainly helps, being “off the beaten path (of La Grange Road), yet easy to get to,” Withers added. What will also put the new venture over the top is quality meats, Giacobbe added, although both men resist the label of “high end” meat market. “This isn’t Hinsdale, this isn’t Oak Brook,” Withers said. “We’re a neighborhood meat market and deli.” “We will sell top quality
items, but at reasonable prices,” Giacobbe added. Giacobbe pointed with pride to a number of butcher shop items that decorate the new Randy’s, including signs, knives, butcher blocks, shopping baskets and more from some of the memorable Southwest Suburban meat markets from days gone by, including Randy’s, Tinley Park Meats, Palos Pride Finer Foods, and more. Withers is the son-in-law of the late Ed Sprinkle, a Chicago Bears great who died last July. “He was as great a guy as ever you’d meet, and I was his caretaker,” Withers recalled. “It was hard to lose him, he was my drinking buddy, and I still miss him every day — but his passing made it possible for me to get going with this, and we fully intend to make this work and look forward to seeing our old customers and making new friends.”
Palos Park to bury centennial time capsule Burying of artifacts will take place on Village Green before annual tree-lighting ceremony By Michael Gilbert
Regional correspondent Palos Park plans to bury a time capsule marking its centennial year on the Village Green just before the annual tree-lighting ceremony. Public Works Commissioner Nicole Milovich-Walters told the Village Council and a handful of residents Monday that Palos Park’s annual tree lighting ceremony will take place Friday, Dec. 5, at the recreation department, 8901 W. 123rd St. “It’s a fabulous event for all,” Milovich-Walters said of the tree lighting. “There will be holiday shopping, food and entertainment. I encourage everyone to mark it on their calendars and attend.” The burial of village’s time capsule will kick off the tree lighting ceremony at 5 p.m., Mayor John Mahoney said. The time capsule, which is not to be unearthed and opened until 2039, will contain a number of historical artifacts that define Palos Park and its 100-year history, Mahoney said. Once the time capsule has been
Centennial gifts Palos Park Public Works Commissioner Nicole Milovich-Walters and Mayor John Mahoney show the U.S. flag flown over the Capitol in Washington, D.C., and copy of the Congressional Record, honoring the village’s 100th anniversary, presented to the village by U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski (D-3rd) during Palos Park’s Centennial Gala last Friday night at Cog Hill Country Club in Lemont. The flag flew at the Capitol on Oct. 31, the date of Palos Park’s incorporation 100 years ago. It will be displayed inside the council chambers at the Kaptur Administrative Center. Photo by Michael Gilbert
buried, the Holiday Market will open with gift and food vendors selling their specialties. The Holiday Market was held in an outdoor tent last year, but Village Manager Rick Boehm said the market may return to its prior location inside the recreation department. Either way, attendees will be able to shop for everyone on their list and fill up on tasty snacks and treats, he said. “We’ll have a pizza vendor and someone selling hot dogs and desserts,” Boehm said. “We’re still finalizing the (food) vendor list but there should be plenty to choose from.” The village’s official tree in front of the recreation department will be lit at 6:30 p.m. by to-be-determined ceremony attendees, Police Commissioner Dan Polk said. “We usually draft some kids that are standing nearby,” Polk said, admitting it’s rather on-thefly. “We’ll find a few kids and say ‘hey, you turn on the lights.’” In addition to lighting the Village tree, the winners of the community tree-decorating contest will
be announced during the evening. The community trees are located outside the recreation department and can be “adopted” by businesses, civic groups and families, Milovich-Walter said. A panel of judges will determine which group had the best decorated tree and present them with a trophy at the tree lighting ceremony, she added. Those interested in participating in the tree-decorating contest can call the recreation department at 671-3760. The tree lighting and holiday market was the brainchild of former Palos Park Mayor Carolyn Baca approximately a decade ago, Mahoney said. “It’s just another great event in Palos Park,” Mahoney said. “I recommend the entire family come out and celebrate the start of the holiday season. It’ll be a great capper to our centennial celebration.” Block Watch Also Monday, Commissioner Polk told the council the Palos Park Police Department is in the process of implementing a block watch program to assist police in solving neighborhood crimes. Homeowners who have outdoor video cameras are encouraged to allow the Police Department access to the recordings to review the footage in the event of a crime, Polk said. “Oftentimes investigators have
found when canvassing a neighborhood after a crime has occurred that a home video system may have captured a picture of a suspect of vehicle,” he said. “This can be a
valuable lead that can help in an investigation and may even lead to an arrest.” Participation in the program is free and completely voluntary,
Polk said. All participants will be kept confidential. For more information on the program or to join, contact Police Chief Joe Miller at 671-3770.
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Help send gifts for people with nothing By Susan Tesauro
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hristmas, the most anticipated and celebrated holiday, is just around the corner. It is time once again to fill shoeboxes with gifts for needy children around the world as part of Operation Christmas Child. This is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse, an international relief organization. What a fun project for children of all ages. How amazing to realize that a simple shoebox, filled with supplies, toys and candy, could be the first and only gift received by a surprised and grateful child. Many reside in orphanages; others are part of families so poor they barely scrape by. Your mission, if Things we take for granted are truly a treasure to those you decide to war-torn lands such as accept it, is to take in Syria or typhoon-devastated areas much like the Philipa box, fill it with pines this past year. goodies, top it I had the wonderful privwith love and seal ilege of meeting a beautiful young Russian lady, Marina, it with prayer. who was adopted at age 10 by a loving American family. Her life before adoption was filled with great pain, difficulty and loneliness. The older kids bullied and tormented the younger ones while the adult supervisors remained coldly detached and uninvolved. The leaders had no vested interest in providing the compassionate love, nurturing care and involved concern so critical for a child’s healthy development. Marina woke each morning to one thought — just survive another bleak day. She languished — sad, alone and without hope or any sense of self worth. One day she was shocked to learn people had come to the orphanage to bring brightly wrapped gifts for all the children. Why would some stranger give a gift to her? What had she done to warrant such kindness? As she opened her box, for the first time in her life she experienced the unknown feeling of joy! Someone thought she was special--someone thought she was a person of value. Someone somewhere loved her! When asked what special items she remembered from that box, she smiles and says, “My very own toothbrush and washcloth!” She no longer had to share those necessary items. Colorful stickers also played a role in decorating her little night stand, making a bright spot in a very drab room. But there was one thing that mattered the most to Marina, something she thought she would never receive; yet she found it in that box that day...love. With that love came hope: that life has purpose and meaning and excitement. The impact of that gift still makes her smile. And it has created in her a desire to encourage as many as possible to get involved in this worthwhile project. She would love for countless more boys and girls to experience what she did so long ago. So, your mission, if you decide to accept it, is to take a box, fill it with goodies, top it with love and seal it with prayer. God will do the rest! The dropoff/ collection site for this area is at Moraine Valley Church, 6300 W. 127th St., Palos Heights, 389-1268, from Nov. 16-24. For more details and information, or to see photos and videos, go to www.samaritanspurse.org. Susan Tesauro is an Operation Christmas Child volunteer. She lives in Palos Heights.
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Good to finally grace these pages It took 30 years, but I finally made it back to the newspapers on 123rd Street and Harlem Avenue, the home of the Reporter and Regional News. I’ve covered Chicagoland since 1975, but it was in 1985 when I ended my eight years at the Daily Southtown and almost started work at the Regional News. I left the Southtown to become lead columnist for the Joliet Herald-News. I also spoke with Charles Richards about writing a column for the Regional News, with Herald approval. The Richards’ were excited and laid out a front page announcing I had been hired. I worked closely with Virginia Richards to bring my column, “The Grapevine,” to a larger Chicagoland audience. But the best-laid plans, as they say, went awry. The City Council gave me an enthusiastic farewell, introduced by Chicago Ald. Edward M. Burke (14th Ward). A brilliant orator, Burke poked fun at me for getting under the skin of every mayor including Mike Bilandic, Jane Byrne and Harold Washington. Washington chided me, too The meeting was the first for new Ald. Dorothy Tillman, a public housing activist. Tillman refused to remove her traditional large-brimmed hat during the meeting causing a fight which made news. During the battle, Tillman gave me a rose from a dozen she received from supporters, and my friend and mentor at the Chicago Sun-Times, Harry Golden Jr., mentioned it in his story. That prompted
I knew, including Bruce Sagan at the Southtown, Walter Lysen at the Messenger Press, Ed Vondrak at the Southwest News-Herald, too, and now, Steve Landek and Mark Hornung. I promise to continue fighting to give Chicagoland’s Southwest region the recognition it deserves.
RAY HANANIA Sun-Times editor Ken Towers to urge me to head up the newspaper’s new Page Ten column as the political writer. How could I refuse a salary that was double what the Herald and Regional News offered together? The Richards’ were understanding. Being a political writer for the Chicago Sun-Times was, back then, a big deal. The Reporter and Regional News are two of the best community newspapers serving the Southwest Surburbs. I am proud to bring my writing talent (four Lisagor Awards, one Sigma Delta Chi award, and other national awards), as well as my controversy (as Reporter editor Jeff Vorva so graciously noted last week). Journalism ink is in my blood. After leaving the Sun-Times, I launched the Villager Newspapers in 1993. In 2004, I started writing for the Southwest News-Herald and recently for the Desplaines Valley News. Now I’m back. Here’s a salute to the Richards dynasty, and to all the community publishers
Off the Grapevine
The fact that Congressman Bobby Rush doesn’t care about the west end of his district is a disgrace, which explains why he lost the suburban vote to his challenger, Jimmy Lee Tillman, who deserved to win … Bruce Rauner’s victory over Gov. Pat Quinn, thanks to the swing votes of Reagan Democrats in the suburbs, sets up a certain battle in 2018 that will probably see Lisa Madigan finally step up to the plate … The big push in the spring will be to oust Mayor Rahm Emanuel and replace him with someone who appreciates, not offends, Chicago’s diversity. Rumors abound that Liz Gorman will be given a Cabinet post in the Rauner Government for her support … So fun to watch the mainstream news medias which shamefully slammed Rauner before the election now climbing over itself to curry his favor … Pause to thank our veterans this week for their service to America. Ray Hanania is an award winning former Chicago City Hall reporter and columnist. Reach him at rghanania@gmail.
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To our veterans: honor and gratitude Dear Veteran: It is that all important day again, when if at no other time, we stop for a moment and remember…all the wars…all the fighting…all the men and women who did their part to try to keep Peace in our World. We understand that for some of you it was a very proud time in your lives while for others it was a very controversial and conflicting time. We respect and love each of you for giving all that you gave…for putting your Life on the line for us! We can only imagine your fears and your anxiety…your sense of pride and your sense of accomplishment…perhaps at
times your sense of sadness and your sense of regret. So we are taking the time today to say “thank you,” to each of you, for your participation in the defense of our Country and our Freedoms. We shall forever be indebted to you for your bravery and your tenacity to survive and your relief for having done so. May we always remember those who didn’t … —Michael Maier, Kathy Lovitt, Sarah Maier Lovitt America, America, God shed his grace on thee..and crown thy good with brotherhood, from sea to shining sea.
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What should Bruce Rauner’s top priority be when he becomes governor?
Jesus Torres Oak Lawn
George Porter Oak Lawn
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“He should work on education. That should be his first priority.”
“His first priority should be to get the state out of debt.”
“Let’s get rid of the red light photo enforcement and put more cops on the street.”
“Balance the budget. That should be the first thing.”
“Resolving the state pension and Medicare crisis.”
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Fire Prevention Contest winners
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The Palos Heights Fire Protection District held its annual Fire Prevention Contest Awards Night on Oct. 28 at the firehouse on Harlem Avenue. The awards were given to children top finishers from all the elementary schools in the district who submitted a poster or essay for this year’s theme, “Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives — Test
Heights teen lends hand to Rauner’s campaign Joey Bettinardi, of Palos Heights, and his family took part in Gov. Rauner’s election night victory celebration last week after the Brother Rice High School sophomore worked as a volunteer on the Rauner campaign. During the celebration, Bettinardi talked to the reporter from WGN who was impressed by his enthusiasm and invited him to do an on-air, live interview. An hour later, it was reported that the next governor of Illinois would be Bruce Rauner. “I got excited, and I knew all my campaigning work paid off!” Bettinardi recalled. A youth volunteer director for the Rauner campaign, Bettinardi will soon turn 16. He first joined the Rauner campaign last February “just when the campaign really got popular,” he said. Bettinardi supported Rauner because under Quinn “nothing really exciting was happening; instead we were just getting into more debt and more problems,” he said. “Rauner stepped in and knew he wanted change, and many people wanted change also.” He and his father had attended the Rauner headquarters party last March when he won the primary election. Joey estimates that over the summer and fall he made at least 500 phone calls on behalf of Rauner and put up at least 200 Rauner yard signs in the Palos area. “So if you wondered where are all these Rauner signs coming from, well they’re from me,” he said.
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Yours Every Month.” Winners represented St. Alexander, Chippewa, Palos Lutheran/Helping Hands, Indian Hill, Navajo Heights and Independence Junior High schools. Pictured are this year’s winners, joined by Fire Marshal Joe Schmitt (from left), Fire Chief Tim Sarhage and Fire Prevention Officer Dave Schwenn.
POLICE BLOTTER: ORLAND PARK Urinating in fountain
A 26-year-old Blue Island man was charged with disorderly conduct after he allegedly urinated in a drinking fountain at a clothing store in Orland Square Mall. Miguel A. Martinez-Sanchez was at the store at 2:50 p.m. Oct. 25 when he discovered that a men’s room was occupied, according to 41-year-old store employee who said she spotted him relieving himself in the fountain, according to the police report. He was cited and given a hearing date of Nov. 18 at the Orland Park Civic Center, and then released to his wife, who police said was waiting outside in their car.
Tires stolen from car
In other Orland Park police news, a manager of an auto dealership in the 8100 block of West 159th Street told police that someone stole four tires, rims and lug nuts off a 2015 car parked outside. The theft occurred between 10 p.m. Oct. 16 and 9:30 a.m. the following day, according to the police report.
Retail thefts charged
Submitted photos Joey Bettinardi (above left), of Palos Heights, has worked as a volunteer for Bruce Rauner’s campaign for governor since the primary election season last March. He and his family celebrated Rauner’s win over Gov. Quinn at the election night victory party at the Chicago Hilton and Towers, where he was interviewed about his campaign duties by WGN TV News (below).
Khosoon M. Abuzir, 44, of Palos Park, was charged with retail theft after she allegedly stole $203 worth of merchandise from a grocery store in the 15200 block of South La Grange Road shortly after noon Oct. 24. Her SUV was towed and impounded by police, and she is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on Tuesday. Police charged Adrain L. Parker, 48, of Orland Park, with retail theft after he allegedly stole a pair of Jockey undershirts from a department sore in Orland Square Mall at 8:17 p.m. Oct. 20. Parker is due at a hearing at the Orland Park Civic Center on Tuesday.
Man allegedly hits co-worker
Police charged Ray R. Thompson, 39, of Orland Park, with battery after he allegedly hit a 33-year-old co-worker at Palermo’s, 15832 S. Wolf Road, during an argument at 3:45 p.m. Oct. 15. The fight started in the kitchen and continued outside, witnesses told police, with patrons from Jalapeno’s restaurant, 15828 S. Wolf Road, breaking it up. Thompson claimed that the other man threatened him with a pizza cutter and later spat in his face, police said. The co-worker alleged that Thompson held him in a headlock and punched his face repeatedly. Bond was set at $1,500, and Thompson is due in court in Bridgeview on Nov. 26.
Driver charged with DUI
Philip P. Demopoulos, 31, of Orland Park, was charged with DUI, illegal transportation of alcohol, improper lane usage, and talking on a cell phone while driving. His car was stopped by police in the 8700 block of West Berkeley
Court at 6:29 p.m. Oct. 23. A search of the vehicle yielded an empty bottle of Budweiser, two full bottles of the beer, and a small bottle of Jose Cuervo cinnamon tequila, according to the police report. Demopoulos allegedly admitted to police that he had recently taken Xanax to calm his nerves, as well as smoked cannabis two days prior, according to the police report. His vehicle was towed and impounded, and he was given a court date of Dec. 15 in Bridgeview.
Driver charged after crash
Police charged Annette N. Foks, 21, of Palos Hills, with failing to report an accident, driving in the wrong lane, driving without a license, and talking on a cell phone while driving. Police on patrol at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 19 said they saw a damaged car parked in the 10700 block of West Voss Drive and followed a trail of auto parts and skid marks to Foks’ car, parked in the 10600 block of West Maue Drive. They contacted Foks by phone and instructed her to visit police headquarters, which she did at 2 p.m. She told police that she hit the other vehicle, owned by a 24-year-old man, when she was distracted by her cell phone, according to the police report. Foks was due in court in Bridgeview in Nov. 4.
Charged with speeding
Jonathan Cline, 35, of Tinley Park, was charged with speeding, as well as possession of drug paraphernalia. Police curbed his car near 159th Street and Wolf Road at 3:17 a.m. Oct. 25, after they said they saw it travelling at 58 mph, 13 mph over the posted limit. They found a glass smoking pipe in the vehicle, according to the police report. Cline is set to appear at a hearing Tuesday at the Orland Park Civic Center.
Man allegedly steals food
Police charged Louis J. Johnson, 45, of Harvey, with retail theft after he allegedly stole bacon, hot dogs, cheese, potato chips, a can of chili and a submarine sandwich from a grocery store in the 15700 block of South 71st Court at 10:03 a.m. Oct. 25. He is set to appear in court in Bridgeview on Tuesday.
POLICE BLOTTER: PALOS HEIGHTS Accused drunken driver texting while driving: police
Palos Heights police charged Jeffrey J. Duran, 36, of Orland Park, with DUI, texting while driving, speeding, and no proof of insurance. His vehicle was pulled over by police in the 13200 block of South Ridgeland Avenue at 1:32 a.m. Sunday, after they said they saw it traveling at 55 mph, 15 mph over the posted limit. Bond was set at $3,000, and Duran is set to appear in court in Bridgeview on Dec. 29.
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Orland firefighters honored for heroism, service The Orland Fire Protection District Tuesday awarded its highest honor to Lt. Pete Vassios for saving the life of a woman in a home fire in Orland Park in September and gave recognitions to 29 other firefighters. Vassios was among firefighters who responded to a fire at the home on the 14500 block of Aspen Street in Orland Park on Sept. 13. Vassios entered the home through a back window to pull out a 56-year-old woman from the frame home, which was consumed by fire and smoke. The woman was in cardiac arrest with no pulse, and was revived by paramedics. She remains in critical condition at the Loyola Burn Unit, officials said. Battalion Chief William Bonnar and Chief Brucki presented the Medal of Valor to Vassios for his “conspicuous bravery above and beyond the call of duty and showing extreme courage in the face of imminent danger.” Pictured are Fire Chief Ken Brucki, (from left), Trustees John Brudnak and Jayne Schirmacher, Orland Park village Trustee Ed Schussler, Lt. Pete Vassios, fire Trustee Chris Evoy, Orland Hills Mayor Kyle Hastings and fire board President James P. Hickey.
Lawrence Murillo, 29, of Tinley Park, was charged with possession of cannabis after police stopped his vehicle in the 12800 block of South Ridgeland Avenue at 1:08 a.m. Nov. 5, after they said he failed to stop before turning. He is scheduled to appear at a hearing in Bridgeview on Dec. 29. Police charged Dahnyah J. Williams, 21, of Calumet City, with speeding and possession of cannabis. His vehicle was pulled over by police in the 7800 block of West 131st Street at 2:43 p.m. Friday, after they said they saw it traveling at 50 mph, 15 mph over the posted limit. Williams was given a court date of Dec. 29 in Bridgeview.
Pair charged with battery behind Joe Daniel’s pub Jennifer M. Rauen, 25, of Palos Heights, and Michael A. Ores, 25, of Blue Island, were charged with battery following an altercation with a 25-year-old Palos Heights man behind Joe Daniel’s Neighborhood Eatery & Pub, 12218 S. Harlem Ave., at 6:05 p.m. Friday. Rauen allegedly shoved the victim in the chest, and Ores is alleged to have punched the victim in the head several times, police said. Bond was set at $1,500 for Rauen and Ores, and they are due in court in Bridgeview on Dec. 29.
Accused drunken driver charged with speeding
James R. Lewintre Jr., 37, of Elmwood Park, was charged with DUI, speeding, improper lane usage, and failure to signal a turn. Police curbed his vehicle in the 12800 block of South Harlem Avenue at 4:09 a.m. Sunday, after the said they spotted it travelling at 58 mph, 23 mph over the posted the limit. Bond was set at $3,000, and Lewintre is due in court in Bridgeview on Dec. 29.
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Brian Canchola, of Alsip, is the “Man Who Came to Dinner,” in the Marist Players production set for Nov. 13-15. Others in the cast are Meghan Cronin, Oak Lawn (from left); Kelly Collins, Midlothian; Matt Jones, Midlothian; and Fiona Clair, Beverly.
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SCHOOL NOTES Providence Catholic Shopping Night Providence Catholic High School Women’s Club will host its annual Shopping Night on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 5 to 9 p.m., in the school’s cafeteria (please enter through door 14), 1800 W. Lincoln Highway in New Lenox. Guests can get a jump start on their holiday shopping and peruse unique gifts from numerous upscale vendors. Raffles and complimentary appetizers and refreshments will also be available to guests. For more information, contact Patti Senese at (630) 863-5811 or psenese@seneseassociates.com.
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Service academy applications
Comedy classic ‘Man Who Came to Dinner’ at Marist Theatre A cast of 24 Marist High School theater talents will stage “The Man Who Came to Dinner,” during a three-performance run of the classic 1939 comedy, today through this Saturday, at 7:30 p.m. in Marist’s Red Hawk Theatre, 4200
W.115th St. in Chicago. Penned by famed playwrights, Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, the breezy and sarcastic dialogue gained audience approval to make the play one of Broadway’s longest running hits.
In the lead role is student Brian Canchola, as Sheridan Whiteside, the eminent lecturer dinner guest who slips on the ice outside his guests’ home. Forced to convalesce beyond his stay of welcome, he turns the house into bedlam
with the arrival of hilarious friends and diabolic pranks. Tickets available at the door on performance dates are $5 student and $8 general admission. For more information call 773-8815300.
Congressman Dan Lipinski (D3) is accepting nomination request letters from young persons in the 3rd Congressional District to the U.S. Service Academies for the classes entering in the summer of 2015. The service academies include: Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs: Naval Academy, Annapolis, Md.; West Point Military Academy, West Point, N.Y. and Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, N.Y. Potential candidates must have reached their 17th birthday and not passed their 23rd birthday on July 1st of the year they would enter the academy, be a United States
citizen, have graduated from high school, be unmarried, have taken the ACT and/or SAT, and have met the stringent entrance requirements of their preferred academy. The selection of nominees is based upon a “whole person” evaluation. Although nominations will not be made until January of 2015, all interested persons are encouraged to submit their written requests as soon as possible. The deadline for completed files is Dec. 1. Nomination requests should be submitted to Rep. Lipinski’s office at 6245 S. Archer Ave., Chicago, IL, 60638. (312-886-0481)
‘Diary of Anne Frank’ at Chicago Christian High The Chicago Christian High School Theater Department will perform “The Diary of Anne Frank” at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21 and 22. Tickets are general admission and are on sale now in the main office of the school in Palos Heights. Tickets are $5 adults and $3 for students and seniors. Tickets will also be sold the box office the night of the show at 7 p.m. Shannon Kuiper, who played Lucy Pevensie in “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe,” will play the title role.
Inducted into McAuley Hall Trish Biondo Soltys, of Orland Park, is among recent inductees into McAuley Hall, Mother McAuley High School’s Hall of Honor. For the past 28 years, Soltys’ voice has streamed across the Chicago airwaves for US99 FM Radio. Her work has given her a springboard to help raise awareness and contribution for numerous service organiza-
tions, including Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, March of Dimes, Ronald McDonald House Charities and Toys for Tots. Most notably, she helped create the framework for the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital annual radio-thon, raising nearly $20 million. Established in 2013, McAuley Hall is a permanent installation at the school.
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McAuley off to see the Wizard The Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School Theatre Program will present its annual all-school musical, “The Wizard of Oz,” at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20 to Nov. 22 and 3 p.m. 20, 21, and Nov. 22 at 7:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Nov. 23. There will be a show for senior citizens on Nov. 19 at 12:15 p.m. The female cast of “The Wizard of Oz” includes seniors Maddy Zuiker (Beverly) and Annabel Oliver (Morgan Park) as the lead, Dorothy Gale. Other stars are seniors Suzanne Dwyer (Tinley Park) and Falyn King (Ashburn) as Aunt Em; seniors Tabitha Miller (Burbank) and Tara Duffy (Palos Heights) as the Scarecrow; junior Francesca Velcich (Tinley Park) as the Cowardly Lion; seniors Nora Hartnett (Beverly) and Claire Cunningham (Beverly) as the Wicked Witch; senior Erin Cunnea (Crestwood) and junior Kathleen Sullivan (Oak Lawn) as Glinda; senior Jessica Pedroza (Orland Park) and sophomore Mae Schuberth (Beverly) play the cyclone. Tickets for the show are $12 and will be available for purchase at mothermcauley. org. Two events are set up in conjunction the performances of “The Wizard of Oz.” All girls in grade 6 throgh 8 are invited to register for the McAuley Backstage Pass. This V.I.P. pass gives students exclusive access to everything happening behind-the-scenes before the performance starts each night. This free event comes with one ticket per registrant for the show. The Mother McAuley Father’s Club will hold their annual Spaghetti Dinner before the performance Nov. 22 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the McAuley Dining Hall. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for students and free to children five years and younger. Tickets include an all-you-can-eat spaghetti buffet.
Trinity, Heights library collaborate on creative writing workshop for kids By Anna Phillips Trinity senior
Everybody has a story to share, and children recently shared their stories at a creative writing workshop organized through the collaborative efforts of Trinity Christian College and the Palos Heights Public Library. Elementary and special education majors from Professor Kelly Lenarz’s class, Methods of Teaching Language Arts, hosted a creative writing workshop at the library on Oct. 25. The event gave 13 children, grades kindergarten and up, the opportunity to create
books using the stories each child authored. Both Lenarz and Debbie Larsen, director of Youth Services at the library, both found the collaboration to be beneficial to their respective programs. “The purpose of this workshop was to allow my students a chance to put into practice what they are learning in the course regarding effective writing instruction for elementary and middle school students,” Lenarz said. Larsen said the opportunity was rewarding for the library, as well. (MORE) “As a Trinity alumna and Palos
Heights resident, I know that Trinity’s staff and students have much to offer the Palos Heights community,” she said. “I am happy to have Trinity join with us to promote literacy to children and families, and I hope we can continue to find ways to work together.” Lenarz and Larsen met during the summer to brainstorm about ways to better connect Trinity students with programs offered at the library. In addition to the writing workshop, the pair also arranged for Trinity students to read with children each week through the Reading Buddies program.
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Children write stories as part of a creative writing workshop led by Trinity Christian education majors at the Palos Heights Public Library in October.
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Unity Day against bullying at Chippewa Chippewa School in Palos Heights held its Unity Day Against Bullying on Oct. 22. The school held a parade and assembly. Also, each student signed a pledge stating that they are students against bullying who will “Speak Up, Reach Out and Be A Friend.” The school encouraged students to wear orange as a sign of unity. The event is based on the Unity Day campaign by the National Bullying Prevention Center.
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agreement stating monthly rental amount, that utilities are included and landlord contact information. Representatives from CEDA An appointment is not required. will offer home energy bill payCall Lea Sullivan at 403-4222 ment assistance at Orland Town- for more information. ship, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, Palos Park Woman’s Nov. 17. Club blood drive Registration is offered for the LIHEAP DVP and LIHEAP PIPP A community blood drive sponprograms. public. To apply for sored by the Palos Park Woman’s these programs, applicants must Club will be held Tuesday, Nov.18, bring proof of current 30-day from 3 to 7 p.m., at the Palos Park gross income from all household Recreation Department, 8901 W. members, a copy of the most 123rd St. recent heat and electric bills if For information and to schedule individual pays for home energy an appointment, call Mary Ann directly and proof of social se- Parkins at 448-1289. Walk-ins are curity numbers of all household welcome, but appointments are members. If utilities are included highly recommended. Photo ID in the applicant’s rent, applicant is required. Donors will receive must bring a copy of the rental a $5 Subway gift card.
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CLUB ACTIVITIES Woodworking club The Hickory Hills Woodworking Club will meet at 7 p.m. today (Thursday) at the Oak View Community Center, 4625 W. 111th St., Oak Lawn. Guest speaker Marie Anderson will demonstrate miniature vessel turning. Guests are welcome to attend.
The Town and Country Art League The Town and Country Art League will meet this Friday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m., at the Palos Heights Recreation Center, 6601 W. 127th St. Rong Liang, a Chinese brush painter, will demonstrate her talent. She has taught in San Francisco, Boston, and Louisville, and now teaches at
the Vogt Center in Tinley Park. The members’ competition is “floral,” in any medium. The public is invited to the meeting. Guests asked for a $5 donation. (349-1274)
Daughters of the American Revolution The Swallow Cliff Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet at 1 p.m. this Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. Speaker Ted O’Connell, Bronze Star recipient, will talk about his Vietnam experiences. Prospective members and guests from the south and southwest suburbs are welcome to attend. For information, email swallowcliffdar@gmail.com
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This way to give blood, save lives The Palos Park Woman’s Club invites you to roll up your sleeves and save lives by scheduling an appointment to donate blood on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the Palos Park Recreation Center, 8901 W. 123 St. Call Mary Ann Parkins to schedule an appointment at.448-1289. Donors will receive a $5 Subway sandwich gift card. Shown with Mary Ann Parkins and Patricia Bailey pointing the way to the blood drive are Palos firefighters, Mike and Eric. One out of 3 people will need blood in their lifetime. The demand for blood is constant; the supply is not. “Only volunteer blood donors can roll up their sleeves and save lives.”
CRAFTS & BAZAARS Shepard High School’s Fall Arts/ Crafts show will be held Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 to 3 p.m., at the school in Palos Heights. Entrance cost is $2 per person at door 12. Parking is free and concessions will be available all day. More than 100 crafters. ***
Incarnation Parish will hold a craft and vendors fair on Sunday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the parish’s Bernadin Center, 5705 W. 127th St. Free admission. Crafters, vendors, raffles, split the pot, bake sale and much more. ***
LIBRARY NOTES Holiday Hostess with Julea Joseph The Palos Park Public Library will present Great Holiday Hostess on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m., at the library, 12330 Forest Glen Blvd. Interior stylist Julea Joseph will show how to successfully entertain family and friends with style and flair to make the holidays at home a hit. All who attend will be entered in a raffle to win a basket of the basics for holiday entertaining. Call the library to register at 4481530 or visit the library online at www.palosparklibrary.org.
Palos Park homebound delivery The Palos Park Public Library with the Palos Park Police Department offer the new Homebound Delivery Program which will provide delivery of library materials to homebound Palos Park library card holders. Full library service is offered to those library cardholders unable to visit the library, either temporarily or permanently, due to a physical disability or other
The Stagg High School Music Boosters presents its Art for the Season arts and crafts festival this Saturday, Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Stagg, 111th Street and Roberts Road in Palos Hills. The two-day festival offers more than 150 arts and craft booths, ven-
dors, raffles, lunch, food sampling, and entertainment. On Saturday, the Stagg Madrigal singers will perform Christmas carols throughout the venue, followed at 1 p.m. by Stagg’s jazz band. Admission is $2 adults; children are free. Proceeds benefit Stagg’s music programs.
BENEFITS & FUNDRAISERS mobility limitations. Participants may request books, large-print titles, magazines, audiobooks, music on CDs, and DVDs ($1.00 fee will apply) by calling the library at 448-1534. Overdue fines will be waived, however, participants will have to pay for lost materials. Library staff will help select books and materials based on the participant’s interests if needed. The Police Department will arrange for delivery of requested library materials to homebound persons on a weekly basis. They will also provide library registration cards to residents who are not currently cardholders. Contact Library Director Sheila Sosnicki to register for this program at 448-1534.
Heights library upcoming programs • Author Johanna Shapard will share her tips to would-be writers in a program called “So You Have a Story...My Journey from Page to Publishing,” on Thursday, Nov. 20, at 6:30 p.m., at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S 71st Ave. The author will describe her writing journey from the first
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Bookstore bargains stocked by Heights Library Friends The Palos Heights Public Library celebrated National Friends of the Library Week last month, thanking the Friends by providing coffee and muffins during their regular Tuesday morning gathering to process donated books arrayed for sale in attractive display. Shown in their bookstore at the library are Friends Jane Shimkus and Karen Valesares (seated) and Loretta Obora and Bill Poore. The bookstore holds up to 700 used books that are for sale at very reasonable prices to all library patrons. Browsers and book donations are welcome to resupply the ever-changing stock of books available.
word on the page to working with publishers, followed by a Q&A session. Register online at www. palosheightslibrary.org, by phone at 448-1473, or in person. • Thursdays at the Movies today will show the film “Grand Budapest Hotel,” which recounts the adventures of a concierge at a European hotel between the wars, and a lobby boy who is his trusted friend. There will be three showings: 10 a.m. (with subtitles), 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. • Bring your projects to the Needle Club and enjoy the company of others while working on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 10 a.m. to noon. New members always welcome. • Join others who love the game at the Scrabble Club on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. New players always welcome. • Meet at the Library and bring your game to play American Mah Jongg on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 1 p.m. Novice and experienced players welcome. • The Tuesday Evening Book Discussion on Nov. 18, at 7 p.m., will discuss “The Submission” by Amy Waldman, available for pickup at the library. • Join ebook Trainer and Coordinator, Natalie DeJonghe, for individual downloading lessons using the service eRead Illinois, which offers more than 11,000 ebooks to download, this Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Reservations are not required. Bring your library card and your device-Apple and Android tablets, Nooks and the Kindle Fire (other Kindle devices are not supported). • Listen to a concert by Just Friends, a vocal ensemble of nine women, covering music from the 1940s to the ’80s, this Sunday, Nov. 16, at 2 p.m. • Familiarize yourself with the World Wide Web at Internet Basics on Monday, Nov. 17, at 6:30 p.m. This class is hands-on, class size is limited and registration is required. On Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 6:30 p.m., join the Heart, Vascular and Transplant Team from Advocate Christ Medical Center and learn about lung diseases and up to date treatment and transplant options. Register online at palosheightslibrary.org, by phone at 448-1473,
or in person. All programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Holiday open house benefit for Cancer Support Center
Heights library youth programs
The Village Door, a Unique Little Shop of “Fine Things” for Your Home, 2019 Ridge Road, Homewood, will host a Holiday Open House on this Sunday, Nov. 16, from noon to 4 p.m. featuring holiday decoration sales. Established in 1994, The Vil-
• Caudill Club – Students in grades 4-8 will explore a 2018 Rebecca Caudill nominated book with food or a craft inspired by the story today (Thursday), at 4 p.m., at the Palos Heights Public Library. Registration is appreciated. • Tween Time – Students in grades 4-5 will have fun with friends and a snack today at 7 p.m. Registration is required. • Friday Morning Fun – Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, music, treats, and fun this Friday, Nov. 14, at 10 a.m. Registration is appreciated. • Friday Gaming – Grades 6 can start the weekend with Wii and Xbox fun with friends every Friday, from 2:30-4:30 p.m. • International Game Day – An all age’s event where the library will provide board games, video games, and a life-size checkerboard on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No registration is required. • LEGO Builders – Children ages 4 and up can build with LEGOs on Sunday, Nov. 16, at 2 p.m. No registration is necessary. • Young Adult Book Discussion – Teens and adults can join a discussion of “Into the Wild” by Jon Krakauer on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m. Registration is not required. • STEAM Stories – Children ages 3 and older are welcome to enjoy stories and interactive fun based on science, technology, engineering, arts, or math concepts on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required. • Check out the teen blog at http://phplya.blogspot.com. Find out what’s happening at the library, and read reviews of books and movies; feedback welcome. 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, visit www.palosheightslibrary.org, call 448-1473, or stop by the Youth Services desk.
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Why health insurance is important
Some cats can play too rough MetroSouth Medical Center, Blue Island, has some answers Dear Dr. Fleming, I adopted a 9-month-old cat from the animal shelter last month. Jackson is a boy cat. Once in a while when we are playing he gets suddenly weird and mad and bites at us. I’ve had cats before and haven’t done anything different with Jackson and my other cats didn’t do this. What do you think? Charles Dear Charles, Some cats do this when playing. They will turn suddenly aggressive as the playfulness escalates. I had a cat that once did this to my mother-in-law. She had to be taken to the hospital to have a torn artery in the back of her leg treated and spent three days in the hospital on i.v. antibiotics. The cat was neutered and declawed the next day. I’ve never read a good explanation for this behavior but it may be due to inadequate or inappropriate socialization of kittens to humans and other cats. Cats that are bottle-raised have not been taught what is appropriate during play by their mother or littermates. They probably don’t realize that their behavior is wrong. When people use their hands and feet as toys, they may be inadvertently teaching the cat that is acceptable to bite and scratch those parts of the body. These cats may stalk, chase and leap onto people, then bite or claw them. This is what happened to my mother-in-law. Prior to the attack, the cat may assume a predatory posture. It may stare at the person or other animal, the pupils may dilate and the tail may twitch. Moving targets are attacked more often than stationary ones. An episode of apparently normal play between two cats may escalate to fighting. Haven’t we all seen this in people? Diagnosis is made just by observation and history. It is necessary to distinguish this form of ag“Congratulations to Lauren and Eric on the birth of Allysa! I was pleased to see that within 52 hours of the birth of her first child Dr. Tassone was back in the clinic checking on cases and looking for the next ill pet to treat.”
As part of the Affordable Care Act, most U.S. citizens were required to have health insurance beginning in 2014. In 2015, there is a penalty if you’re not excluded for a particular reason. Wondering why health insurance is so important, we sat down DVM • PrairieStateVet.com with Sandra Wilks, Executive Director Community Relations & gression from dominance aggression, redirected ag- Marketing of MetroSouth Medigression by a highly aroused cat that cannot reach cal Center to find out. it’s preferred target, and intolerance of petting. The circumstances that precipitates these other disorders Q: What is health insurmay seem similar but there are differences. ance? You need to provide adequate amounts of exerWilks: Health insurance is a cise and time for play helps to prevent this form contract between you and an of aggression. Make sure the cat has plenty of insurance company. When you toys. Kittens need to be corrected when they ex- buy a plan or policy, you pay a hibit wrong behavior and redirected to their toys. monthly fee and in return, the Discourage your cat from batting at your hands company agrees to pay part of or feet during play. If a predatory body posture your medical expenses when is seen, stop playing with him and avoid sudden you get sick or hurt. movements. Interrupt play between cats that appears to be escalating. We see all too many cats Q: Why is it important that in the clinic with subcutaneous abscesses from citizens have health insurance? this type of behavior between housemates. Wilks: While no one plans For cats that become highly aroused, medical to get sick or hurt, most people therapy with fluoxetine, sertraline, clomipramine, need medical care at some amitriptyline, or other similar agents may be point. Did you know the averused. Some cats can be weaned from medicaage cost of a three-day hospital tions within 1 –3 weeks, whereas others require stay is $30,000? Or that fixing months. Lab tests may be recommended to a broken leg can cost up to monitor for drug side effects if they are used for $7,500? Having health insurance a prolonged period. helps protect you from unexBe honest with your veterinarian about your pected costs like these. Your feelings toward the cat. If you are afraid of the cat insurance policy will outline what types of care, treatments then discuss some options. Unfortunately, some and services are covered, inaggressive cats, like some aggressive dogs, just aren’t going to change and need to that long trip. cluding how much the insurance company will pay for different treatments in different situations.
JOHN FLEMING
Q: Is having health insurance mandatory? Wilks: Yes, with few exceptions, most U.S. citizens are required to have health insurance under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which was signed into law in 2010. Those who do not have minimum essential health coverage – like through an employer – and don’t qualify for an exemption, will have to pay a penalty fee if they don’t get health insurance.
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HEALTH BEAT Free CPR classes at Orland Township
times are at www.orlandfire.org. Registration is required. Call Orland Township, 14807 S. 403-4222. Ravinia Ave., will hold free CPR classes for both seniors and adults Suicide awareness ages 16-54 on Tuesday, Nov. 18 forum at Orland Twp. at 6:30 p.m. (seniors) and Tuesday, Nov. 25 at 1 p.m. (adults), Orland Township Youth and FamTuesday, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. ily Services will present “A Promise (adults), Wednesday, Dec. 17 at For Tomorrow” suicide awareness 1 p.m. (seniors), Tuesday, Jan. 6 workshop Wednesday, Nov. 19, from at 6:30 p.m. (adults) and Tuesday, 6 to 8 p.m. at Orland Township, Jan. 20 at 1 p.m. (seniors). 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park. The classes will be led by inThis workshop is designed to prostructors from the Orland Fire vide knowledge, skills and resources Protection District, and certificates to young adults in recognizing the will be distributed upon comple- signs of concern regarding suicide tion. Additional classes, including and its prevention. This workshop health-care provider CPR, which is available to children in 7th grade includes a certification card, are and beyond, as well as parents. also held monthly at the fire deThis event is free but a $10 partment’s Station 3. Dates and donation to the Orland Township
will pay any expenses. For example, let’s say you have a plan with a $200 deductible. You go to the doctor and the total cost is $250. You pay the first $200 to cover the deductible, and then your insurance pays its share. How much you pay for your premium and deductible depends on the type of insurance you have and whether you’re purchasing individual or family coverage.
• Lab services • Preventative and wellness services • Chronic disease management • Pediatric services, including dental and vision care Of course, you have to meet your deductible before insurance pays.
Q: I’ve also heard that qualified health plans cover Q: What types of plans are preventive care services at no charge. there? Wilks: Yes, qualified plans Wilks: There are four levels of qualified health plans on the cover many preventive care screenings, tests and services Health Insurance Marketplace: such as vaccinations that can platinum, gold, silver, and bronze. Each category has a dif- help adults and children stay healthy. And the best news ferent monthly premium costs, as well as deductible. There are is, they’re free – no copays or deductibles. Depending on a lot of affordable options on your age, gender and other risk the Health Insurance Marketfactors, your doctor may tell place and you can compare you it’s time for a mammogram, each plan side by side so you can find the plan that meets you colonoscopy or other screening that can detect cancer or disease and/or your family’s needs. in its earliest, most treatable stages. Or, it may be time to Q: Is there any help available if you can’t afford health screen for high blood pressure or high cholesterol to give your insurance? doctor information that can help Wilks: The federal governprevent a stroke or heart attack. ment can assist some individFor women, many preventive uals and families with their care screenings, tests and suppremiums costs by providing plies that can help with family subsidies to those who qualify planning and pregnancy are now based on their income. covered, along with services For example, if a family of such as these: four had an income of about • Well-woman checkups $40,000 in 2014, they may be • Contraceptives and birth eligible for subsidy assistance control counseling on premium costs that exceed • Screenings during pregnan5% of their income. If that cy for a variety of conditions same family of four purchases • Breastfeeding supplies, a Silver plan that might cost support and counseling them around $9,400 per year, they could eligible to receive Q: Besides a health insubsidy assistance of up to almost $7,400; which means they surance plan on the Health Insurance Marketplace, what would only be responsible for other types of health insurabout $2,000 of the insurance ance are available? premium costs themselves. Wilks: Many families with limited income will qualify for Q: What if you have a Medicaid or Children’s Health preexisting condition like a Insurance Program (CHIP) and previous cancer, a diabetes they can enroll any time of the diagnosis or are pregnant? Wilks: You cannot be exclud- year. Medicaid provides health coverage for some low-income ed from coverage for any preexisting condition. And, equally people, families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, important, parents can cover and people with disabilities. In their children up to age 26 on some states the program covers their insurance plan. all low-income adults below a Q: What do I need to do if certain income level. CHIP provides low-cost health coverage I enrolled last year and have to children in families that earn coverage? too much money to qualify for Wilks: The federal governMedicaid. In some states, CHIP ment has announced that for covers parents and pregnant those consumers who are already enrolled in a Marketplace women. Each state offers CHIP plan in 2014, they will have an coverage, and works closely with its state Medicaid program. automatic enrollment option to select the same health plan covQ: How can local, uninerage in 2015. Of course, these sured residents find help with individuals and families have enrollment? the option to shop for other Wilks: As a service to our coverage choices, as well. The community, MetroSouth Medical Marketplace enrollment tools Center can help uninsured resspell out the steps consumers idents review coverage options will need to take for either the on the Health Insurance Maroption to auto-enroll in the same health insurance coverage, ketplace, or determine eligibility for Medicaid. We can also assist or to shop for other choices. with re-enrollment, or with special enrollment if someone Q: What else does a health has had a life change, such as a insurance cover? Wilks: In addition to pre-ex- marriage, divorce, job loss, etc. All they need to do is schedisting conditions, all qualified ule an appointment with one of health plans must offer: • Ambulatory patient services our application coordinators by calling 708-597-2000 x4286. We • Hospitalization and emeralso have Spanish-speaking repgency services • Maternity and newborn care resentatives available to assist. • Mental Health and sub— Submitted by MetroSouth stance use disorder Medical Center • Prescription drugs
Q: What is that penalty? Wilks: If you can afford health insurance coverage in 2015, but don’t sign up, you will have to pay a penalty ($325 per adult, $162.40 per child – up to $975 per family or 2% of income whichever is higher). And without insurance, you’ll be financially responsible Scholarship Foundation is suggested. for all of your medical costs. Registration is required; call 403Q: Who is exempt from 4001 to register today. having to get health insurance? Wilks: The list is long, but Free interactive here are a few reasons why a hearing workshop person might be exempt: • Coverage is unafford able Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., and Zounds Hear- coverage (more than 8% of ing will hold a fun and interactive household income) • You are a member of federhearing workshop on Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. ally recognized tribe • You are below tax filing Learn the importance of hearing to one’s health, causes of hear- threshold and not required to ing loss and how to protect your file taxes • You have been uninsured hearing. A Q&A session will take place after the presentation and for less than three consecutive complimentary otoscopic examina- months during the year tions will be available to anyone Q: When can a person purin attendance. Reservations are required; call chase health insurance? Wilks: For the Health Insurance 403-4222 by Nov. 18. Marketplace, enrollment periods are only for a specified time during the year. The next enrollment period is from November 15, 2014 through February 15, 2015. You can only purchase insurance outside of that time period if you have a qualifying life event, such as a marriage, divorce, new baby, and change of LEGAL NOTICE income, to name a few. You are considered covered if NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING you have Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, any job-based plan, any City of Palos Heights Liquor Hearing plan you’ve purchased yourself, COBRA, retiree coverage, Tricare, VA health coverage. 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 G Q: How much does health Liquor License, on property located at 6431 W. 127th Street, petitioner insurance cost? Pete Andrews, a/k/a Anemone Restaurant Corp, d/b/a AneMoNe Caffe. Wilks: Each plan varies in terms of overall cost and depends on the amount of premium and The Liquor Hearing will be held on Thursday, November 26, 2014 at deductible you choose. The premium is the amount of money 4:30 p.m. at the City of Palos Heights, City Hall, 7607 W. College Drive, Palos Heights, IL 60463. charged for a certain amount of insurance coverage each year. You may also have an annual Mayor Robert S. Straz deductible. This is the amount you must pay out of your pocket City of Palos Heights Liquor Commissioner before the insurance company
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Leo Club cooks for families of patients Shepard High School students Stefanie Neylon (left) and Alison Kozicki prepare a meal for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn. Leo Club students from Shepard High School volunteered this week to prepare a full meal for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House, which provides reduced cost lodging for families of sick children. Leo Club, an organization that performs a variety of service activities, is the high school affiliate of Lions Club International.
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BUSINESS
Thursday, November 13, 2014
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Yipes! IPO hype can lead to risky investing All investors probably wish they had gotten in on the “ground floor” of Apple or Microsoft or any other big success story. And, in fact, you can indeed “be there from the beginning” by taking part in a company’s initial public offering (IPO). However, the ground floor of many IPOs may be shakier than you’d think — and might not provide you with the solid footing you need to invest wisely. Of course, not all IPOs are the same. Many large, profitable companies, seeking to raise capital, have gone public in recent years through IPOs. However, IPOs of newer, unproven companies share some characteristics that should give pause to serious, long-term investors. Consider the following: • Hype: Let’s face it: A big part of the appeal of IPOs is the “wow” factor. It looks really cool when the company’s CEO — or perhaps a visiting celebrity — rings the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange. And the rush to buy shares in the now-public company always garners big headlines. Yet “hype” is just one letter removed from “hope” — and hope alone is not a good reason to invest. Furthermore, no single stock — even one that might have strong growth potential — is likely going to be the ticket to investment success. • Lack of track record: By definition, newer companies that launch IPOs don’t have long track records. And while it’s true that “past performance can’t predict future results,” it’s nonetheless useful to see how a stock has performed in various economic climates and how the company management has responded to different challenges over time. • Exceptional volatility: All stocks fluctuate in value. But IPOs tend to be especially volatile — not just in their first few days of trading but also in their first few years of availability to the public. • Higher risk potential: Generally, IPOs of newer companies are better suited for aggressive investors — those who can handle a higher degree
JIM VAN HOWE
Edward Jones Investments of risk in exchange for potentially higher returns. • Nonstandard accounting: Some IPOs, particularly Internet start-ups, use nonstandard, or “customized,” accounting measures to depict their companies in the best possible light. While these measures are not illegal — and in some cases, may even be useful in illuminating a company’s performance — they tend, overall, to make it more difficult for potential investors to accurately evaluate a business’ profitability, or at least potential profitability. At the end of the day, good old-fashioned profits and cash flow are still the key driver of companies’ stock prices. As an alternative to pursuing an IPO, you could use any extra “investable” money you may have to fill gaps in your current portfolio, based on your goals. Or, if you are truly attracted to the type of business in which an IPO is involved, you might want to consider investing in a more established company in the same industry. Taking part in an IPO sounds fun and exciting. But as we’ve seen, IPOs can have some serious drawbacks. And while it may not sound glamorous, a steady approach to investing — one that involves diversification, responsiveness to one’s risk tolerance and a constant focus on both short – and long-term objectives — is usually the right choice for most of us. Jim Van Howe is a financial advisor with Edward Jones Investments, in Palos Heights. His office is at 7001 W. 127th St. He can be reached at 361-3400. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
FASHION CHAT
Fashion in Wonderland The Drake Hotel in Chicago became Wonderland on Nov. 2 as FashionBar Chicago hosted its charity event, “The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party.” Designer favorites like Cal Garcia of Gsb Couture, Prina Bagia of PRIN and Maury Daniel-Cesair joined fashion forces with the imaginative milliner Audra Elizabeth to dress models with elaborate and fantastic flair. The makeup and hair execution by Schaumburg’s Cosmetology & Spa Academy fully brought the vision to life. Guests were encouraged and took full advantage of the opportunity to doll themselves and their families up in their most glamorous tea party garb. Little girls with their biggest bows bursting out from their shiny ringlets; charming lads with proud bowties, suspenders, and plaid caps; grannies with their twinkling brooches and lace dresses; mothers and fathers in their matching Sunday best; all enjoyed the tea, delicatessen, character actors and models in beautiful fashions swirling around the ballroom. I modeled a perfectly cherry red sequin dress with the most glorious full skirt by designer Maury Daniel-Cesair. With this, Audra Elizabeth styled my look with her miniature orange tweed
CAROLINE FOREMAN top hat with orange feathers. Another ensemble I wore included a small fur pillbox hat with Maury’s tube dress with a sweetheart bust in a juxtaposing army material. It was a cheeky display both rugged and heavy in material yet girly and grandiose in cut. After this brunch time show, as I shoved my spastically crimped hair under a beanie and tried to hide the fact that my right eyebrow refused to part with the gangrenous hue of the makeup, I ruminated about a world in which people casually presented themselves in accordance with these fantasy looks. Will imaginative and eccentric makeup and hair ever become a normalcy on the street, in the office perhaps? I do not expect this any time soon, though the Cheshire Cat may beg to differ.
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Christmas Walk tickets at Mona Lisa Tickets for the Palos Heights Woman’s Club’s annual Christmas Walk event scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 6, are now available at Mona Lisa on Harlem Avenue in downtown Palos Heights. Here, Christmas Walk committee members meet with the owners of Mona Lisa to drop off tickets for the event. Shown are Sherry TerMaat, event co-chairman, and club President Rose Zubik (seated from left), and Barbara Campbell Deckinga, co-chairman (standing from left), Mona Lisa’s Jill Evans and Karen White, tickets. The club’s main fundraiser, the Christmas Walk will begin with a hot breakfast and boutique at Palos Country Club, 131st and Southwest Highway. It will offer gift basket and other raffles, homemade cookies sale and vendors selling food and gifts. Homes, decorated for the holidays, will be open for viewing from at 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets cost $40 and must be purchased in advance.
Beware pre-paid debit card fake customer service scams Pre-paid debit cards such as GreenDot Money Cards, Wal-Mart MoneyCard and Western Union MoneyWise are popular not only with consumers but also with scammers. Recently fraudsters have been posing as “support reps” for these pre-paid debit cards but are really asking for credit and checking account numbers to steal money. With this scam, the scammers claim you need a refund for money you loaded on the card and search online for customer support and find a website that claims it can help. You call the number and the representative who answers says they can help get your money back. All you have to do is provide your prepaid card number and checking
or credit card account information, then they can process your refund. By providing this information, you just gave a scammer access to the prepaid card and your checking or credit card account. “This type of scam has been around for a long time and there have been several variations of it,” says Steve J. Bernas, president & CEO of Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois. “With all of the variations the goal is the same, scammers just want to steal your money. No matter what, never give financial information to anyone over the phone.” The BBB offers the following tips to avoid these scams: • Treat your pre-paid debit card
funds like cash. Once gone, you won’t be able to get it back. • Don’t give your card number to someone you don’t know. This will allow them to access the funds on your card. • To use your MoneyPak with PayPal or eBay or other online merchants, transfer the money to your PayPal account before you pay the merchant. • Don’t email your MoneyPak number directly to any merchant. • Don’t pay before you get an item. Unless it’s an approved partner, don’t use a pre-paid card for any offer that requires you to pay before you get the item. For more tips on scams, visit www.bbb.org. — Better Business Bureau
day, Nov. 20, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the store, 6515 W. 127th St. Bernina educator Betsy Carlson will lead attendees through three projects, including an embroidered wristlet in the hoop, an upcycled project that converts a T-shirt into a backpack using a serger and
an opportunity to use Bernina’s DesignWorks software. The event costs $55 and includes supplies, door prizes, lunch and the opportunity to use Bernina machines. To register, call 371-9314 or stop by the store. Registration is required as seating is limited.
BUSINESS NOTES Sewzapalooza at Susan Marie’s Susan Marie’s Sewing Center, a Bernina dealer in Palos Heights, is hosting Sewapalooza, a hands-on sewing, embroidery, and quilting workshop taking place on Thurs-
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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Andrews Maureen A Tr to First Douglas Karen to Czarnecki Midwest Bk Tr, 11559 Autobahn William J, 12618 London Ln, Drive East, Unit #11559102, Unit #22, $130,000; $147,000; Masterson Martin J to Wojcik Deutscher Robert R to Gaw Anthony T Tr, 13010 S Monitor Michael W, 10461 Palos West Dr, Ave, $175,500; $429,000; Chicago Trust Co Tr to OreilOrland Park Ulmer John F Jr to Perez Marlene, ly Trust, 15122 S 76th Ave, Neil Stephen G to Dudek Mar- 10841 Grandview Dr, $404,000; $260,000; garet, 16040 Boardwalk Ln, Unit Jancik Lorraine A Tr to NowobilBalas Terrence J Tr to Lewis #4C, $171,000; ski Grzegorz A, 12543 100th Ave, Narvell Jr, 12627 S Diane Dr, Sundar Kannan to Ayyad Akram, $265,000. $320,000. 9113 Kenington Way, $300,000; Reynders Patricia Tr to Kowalski Terrance J, 15740 113th Ave, $217,500; Chicago Trust Co Tr to Ambrose Kevin M, 14421 Ridge Rd, Unit #2, $105,000; Attorney at Law Enev Emil to Barrett Brenda, 15729 Centennial Dr, $211,000; Flores Gregory M to OconConsumer Fraud, Small Business Matters, Small Claims nell Kevin P, 17632 Mayher Dr, $385,000; Employment Contract Negotiation, DUI, Traffic & more Peters Joseph M to Ullah Saif, Consultation by appointment 9am-5pm M-F (708) 476-3208 15720 88th Ave, $235,000; Shem Phyllis Jacqueline Tr to Sintic George, 14540 Oakley St, $245,000; Run 10-16-14 Fannie Mae to West Adam, 14563 Both Papers West Ave, $153,000; Saulinski Richard to Vock David L, 7741 157th Pl, $282,500; Riedstra Laura J Tr to Jelen Blake, 14549 Birch St, $160,000; Rockwood Theodore to MccrackFirst Midwest Bank (as of Nov. 10) en Jennifer D, 10228 Hickory Dr, $160,000; RATES APR POINTS Mccren Stella M Tr to Miko Dor30-year fixed 4.250 4.297 0 othy, 18026 Delaware Ct, Unit #99, 15-year fixed 3.375 3.644 0 $155,000; Jumbo 30-year fixed 4.250 4.295 0 Straka James J to Laird John B, 11418 River Bend Rd, $320,000; United Trust Bank (as of Nov. 4) SFHS Chicago LLC to Ruminski Jason D, 9035 147th St, $245,000; RATES APR POINTS Ghezzi Julie Ann Tr to Paxinos 30-year fixed 4.125 4.146 0 Ari, 38 Silo Ridge Rd, $330,000; 15-year fixed 3.375 3.411 0 Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 10-year fixed 3.125 3.178 0 to Wierdak Joseph Alan, 13931 Greenvalley Dr, $277,000; Prospect Federal (as of Nov. 3) Brzoza Thomas M to Vaisys Rimantas, 14359 Pinewood Dr, RATES APR POINTS $242,000; 30-year fixed 4.000 4.038 .25 Deutsche Bk Natl Trust Co to 20-year fixed 3.750 3.802 .25 Murrar Gazi, 15202 Highland Ave, 15-year fixed 3.125 3.189 .25 Photos by Kent Squires and Darrell A. White $112,000; All rates subject to change daily. Equal opportunity lenders. Anzine Lois E to Lopez Jesus, Fashion Chat’s Caroline Foreman modeled for the The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at the Drake Hotel in Chicago. The actress, writer and fashion model lives in Palos Park. 10136 Hiawatha Trl, $180,000.
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DEATH NOTICES
Memorial Mass at St. Alexander
Adolf A. Ansmits
St. Alexander Church in Palos Heights remembered the deceased of the parish at its annual Memorial Mass Wednesday night last week. This marks the first year the church presented a Memorial Quilt with symbolic hearts, representing those who passed away this year. The quilt was handmade and donated by Terry Horvath, the hearts made by Kathy Rogers. Knights of Columbus processed into church carrying the Memorial Quilt, placed in front of the altar. Tables near the altar displayed photographs of the deceased. During Mass, family members of the deceased presented candles to the Revs. Marty Michniewicz and Pat O’Neill, who lit the candles with the Easter Vigil candle, representing the Light of Christ’s resurrection. Members of the Wake Ministry Team, Mary Foskett, Ofelia Foreman and Terry Horvath, placed the candles on the altar. Jeff Foreman read the names of the deceased and Deacon Jim Horton assisted. After Mass each family received the Memorial Heart as a remembrance of their family member. More than 200 attended the Mass and enjoyed fellowship, sweets and coffee after Mass in the Parish Center. Members of the Wake Ministry team who helped were Linda Horton, Kay Heafey, Bill O’Mara, Caroline Foreman, and Rosemary and Ralph Dziuba.
Adolf A. Ansmits, age 73, of Orland Park, died on Nov. 4 at home. Born in Latvia. U.S. Army veteran. Beloved husband of Laimdota (nee Gleske). Devoted father of Anita (Anthony) Piwowarczyk and Laila (Arnis) Vigants. Loving grandfather of Lukas, Lilija, Lija, Davis and Evija. Dear brother of Sigrid “Sigi” Klap and the late Ilona Nulle and Heda de Matute-Gomez. Thirty years of service with Ideal Tool & Die-Chicago. Visitation was held Saturday at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home in Palos Hills. In lieu of flowers donations to Wounded Warrior Project woundedwarriorproject.org or Dr. R. Roos, ALS Research Fund Dept. of Neurology, University of Chicago, 5841 S. Maryland MC 2040, Chicago, IL 60637. Adolf ran the first Chicago Marathon in 1977 and swan across Lake Michigan with a swim team. His life was a testimony of strength and noble valor as he lived 26 years with ALS.
Louis D. Gribnitz
Louis D. “Don” Gribnitz, Army Veteran, at rest Nov. 7, at his home in Palos Township with his caring and loving family. Devoted and very loving husband for 57 years to Mary Jane, nee Murray. Wonderful father of Lynn (Kim) Cahill and Lorelei (Mark) Mathius. Outstanding grandfather of Jason (Tricia) Bordner, Kimberly (Jason) Albers, Ashley and Jacqueline Mathius. Special great-grandfather of Audry Bordner. Loving son of the late Louis and Estelle nee Jezuit. Uncle to many nieces and nephews from the Murray, Seaquist, Rusch, Crumrine and Losiewicz families. Funeral was held Wednesday from Richard J. Modell Funeral Home in Homer Glen to All Saints Lutheran Church in Orland Park. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. Don suffered for many years with the blood disorder MDS. He worked for Illinois Bell and retired from AT&T and Chicago Board of Trade Telecommunications. In lieu of flowers, prayers are requested by the family.
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Wojcik, Herbert W. Herb Wojcik, 82, of Englewood, FL met the Lord on October 30, 2014. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, yet spent much of his working career in the Chicago area while raising his family in Palos Heights, then retired full time to Englewood in 1987. Herb worked his way thru college at Ohio University. After graduation, as part of his ROTC training, he served in the Air Force as a 2nd Lieutenant during the Korean War. Following his military career, Herb started working for the Darling-Delaware Company, where his father was also employed. Herb started out as a truck driver and mechanic in the garage, and worked his way up the corporate ladder at Darling-Delaware during the next 35 years, retiring as the Senior Vice-President of Operations. Herb was instrumental in building Darling-Delaware from seven operating facilities, to fifty-four facilities throughout the United States and Canada, and also held several U.S. Patents from the rendering industry. He invested several years as Scout Master of Boy Scout troop 604 in Palos Heights, Illinois where he was instrumental in guiding three sons toward achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Herb was an excellent role
Loretta Lens
Loretta Lens nee Markowski, age 89, late of Orland Park, died Nov. 7 at the Colonnade in O’Fallon. A Funeral Mass was held on Wednesday at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Orland Hills. Interment was at Holy Cross Cemetery in Calumet City. Mrs. Lens is survived by her grandchildren Corine (Todd) Altepeter, Jennifer (Tim) Lay and Brian Lens; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceeded in death her husband Gene and her children James and Dennis Lens. Mrs. Lens was a retail manager. Arrangements were entrusted to Thornridge Funeral Home, Orland Park.
model to his family, a loving husband, caring father and grandfather, and mentor to many. He always stressed the importance of a strong work ethic, coupled with honesty and integrity as the cornerstones to a fulfilling life. He had a soft spot for convertible cars. His daughter Lynn often drove the Shepard Girls Volleyball Team in his orange Buick convertible during Homecoming Parades. Herb was preceded in death by his parents Julia & Lou Wojcik, and sons Mark and Jeff. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Phyllis, daughter-inlaw Maggie Wojcik, grandson Mike and his wife Nicole, and granddaughter Ashley, son Randy and wife Judy, and their sons Matt, Dan, and Joe, daughter Lynn and husband Mick Yazbec, and granddaughters Sydney, Jessie, and Abby. A Celebration of Life service will be held Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at 4:00 pm at the Englewood United Methodist Church, 700 East Dearborn, Englewood, Florida, 34223 with dinner to follow in the Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contribution may be made to either the Alzheimer’s Association (alz. org) or the Englewood United Methodist Church (Memorial Gardens).
Alice E. Witkowsky
Alice E. Witkowsky (nee Olszewski) age 94, of Palos Park, died Nov. 4 at Palos Community Hospital. Beloved wife of the late William H. Devoted mother of William W. (Cindy). Loving grandmother of William Jr. (Lisa). Dear great grandmother of Lorelei. Mrs. Witkowsky was born in Chicago. Many years of service with Zenith Radio Corp. Longtime member of P.N.A. Visitation was held Sunday at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, Palos Hills. Funeral Monday from the funeral home to Sacred Heart Church for Mass. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery.
Orland Twp. offers assistance to needy again this holiday season and beyond
Neat Repeat Resale volunteers Pam Gervais, of Orland Park, and Roxie Moloney, of Palos Hills, were among seniors honored for their volunteer service by PLOWS Council on Aging at an awards luncheon last montht at Orland Chateau. At Neat Repeats Resale shops in Orland Park and Worth, volunteers work tirelessly to financially support the Crisis Center for South Suburbia. For over 27 years all of its sales have benefited hundreds of women and children in crisis
and these two women are deserving recipients of this great award. Gervais and Moloney spend hours each week helping customers, sorting donations and making Neat Repeats a friendly place to shop. “They are a shining example of giving back in your own community,” a Crisis Center spoksperson said. Together they have given more than 5,000 hours of service to Neat Repeats and the Crisis Center of South Suburbia. PLOWS is a nonprofit serving seniors in Palos, Lemont, Orland
and Worth townships. All sales at Neat Repeats Resale benefit the clients served by the Crisis Center for South Suburbia. The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is a non-profit community organization that provides emergency shelter and other services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence.
Pies sale at Christ Lutheran for Thanksgiving Once again this year, Christ Lutheran’s CHOICE Bakers will be busy creating pies in time for Thanksgiving. Apple, cherry and pumpkin pies will be baked on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21 and 22, in the church kitchens. Pies will be available for sale after all services on Saturday (5 p.m.) and Sunday (8, 9:30 and 11 a.m.), Nov. 22 and 23. All sales are free-will offerings; proceeds benefit families in need. For more, call 349-0431.
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It’s magic for Golden Oaks Comedian-magician Dennis DeBondt entertained the Golden Oaks Seniors after their baked ham luncheon Wednesday last week at Palos Park Community Presbyterian Church. During his show, DeBondt twisted balloons into this heart and flower arrangement he gave to someone special, 101-year-old Golden Oaks member Frances Watson, who is pictured with him.
Christ Lutheran Church, Orland Park The church is supporting the residential and foster care ministry of Lutheran Child and Family Services again this Christmas. Angel Tree ornaments will be available in the narthex beginning
Nov. 22 with specified gifts for children at the Lutherbrook Center due by Dec. 14. On Dec. 6 and 7, a door offering will be received to support the LCFS Foster Family Christmas Party. The church is at 14700 S. 94th Ave. For more, call the church at 349-0431.
food on their tables and presents under their trees. Throughout the months of November and December Orland Township will be accepting donations of new clothes and toys, toiletries, non-perishable food and gift certificates in support of the Holiday 2014 Program. Monetary donations will also be accepted. In addition to the Holiday Program, Orland Township also offers the Adopt a Family Program. This is a great opportunity for community organizations, such as schools
and churches, to make the holiday season brighter for an entire family in our community. To apply for any of the above programs, residents must fill out an application and provide verification of household size and proof of residency and income. Applications can be picked up at Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park. For more information on any of the above programs, please call 403-4222. — Orland Township
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Orland Township strives to help its residents in as many ways possible by hosting various offerings and programs, ranging from food pantry programs to health seminars, senior transportation and more. In addition, Orland Township offers a year round General Assistance program that helps residents meet basic needs until employment or another source of income, such as Social Security, disability or public aid is obtained. Orland Township aims to help residents experiencing economic difficulty get back on their feet as quickly as possible so that a temporary economic struggle does not lead to a more detrimental permanent state. “There are people in our community who are struggling financially,” said Supervisor Paul O’Grady, who manages the program. “It’s important that they know we are here to help.” The township also offers the Emergency Assistance program, which grants financial aid to qualified individuals and families on a short-term basis to alleviate life-threatening circumstances or to assist residents in returning to self-sufficiency. The Emergency Assistance program offers many relief options, including but not limited to rent/mortgage assistance, energy/utility bill assistance and more. “When one of us falls behind, we all fall behind,” said O’Grady. “Orland Township wants to help those in need get back on their feet so our community can remain strong.” In addition to its year-round assistance, the township offers annual programs, such as the Holiday Program, which aims to help families who are struggling financially in the township during the holiday season. Every year Orland Township helps hundreds of families put
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50 Years Ago This Week This Oldsmobile was new in 1929, the year of the stock market crash. Maybe it was sold by a victim of the market. At any rate, it is now owned by Philip Groebe, son of Warren Groebe, of Palos Park. It has a good body, clean upholstery, good tires and a smooth running motor.
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IMPRESSIONS
Senators, congressmen, volleyball and turkey legs One of the cool things about the journalism profession is that no two days are the same. One day, people can praise you for a story, column or photo. The next day, some crackpot at a political rally is screaming at you and calling you a “communist’’ because you don’t want to tell this daffy goofball who you are voting for. This job is not normal. You never get to settle into a routine. That being said, some days are crazier than others. November 4 was one of the wildest days I’ve had in a while. When it was over, I couldn’t believe how much was crammed into one day. It was election day, but the elections were a part of a bigger meal on my plate. It had some fun. It had some angst. But it was lively. So here is a diary of that day that I won’t be forgetting soon: 7:30 a.m. – After dropping my daughter and her friend off to school, I head to Mariano’s in Oak Lawn to search for a giant turkey leg for a picture we are running in a future issue of the paper. Mariano’s only has chopped up turkey legs but the friendly staff tells me to go to Fair Play on 111th Street and Western Avenue and there would be a “50-50’’ chance they would have it. 7:55 a.m. – I hear from Senator Bill Cunningham’s people. He will be campaigning at Kolmar School in Oak Lawn
at 11 a.m. I tell them I will be there and don’t mention the turkey leg. 9:30 a.m. – I head to the office for the first time and knock out some work including writing up the popular WHATIZIT? feature. To my dismay, only one couple guessed the right answer and the other contestants guessed wrong, which will mean that I’ll get some sarcasm and for a little while if I want to grab a photo. ridicule. I tell his people I have one quick stop to 10:45 a.m. – I drop off the turkey leg make but don’t tell them it’s to buy a at home and put it in the refrigerator. This turkey leg. should be the last reference to the turkey 8 a.m. – After the doors open at Fair leg in this column although I may be writPlay, I don’t find an uncut turkey leg on ing about turkeys later on. display so someone in back bails me out 11 a.m. – I arrive at the Sportsplex and and finds a couple of legs for me. I choose Lipinksi is on PT — politician time — the bigger leg. The process takes longer and running late. This never surprises me. than I want it to, but I got the leg, by It’s hard to pin a politician down on elecgolly. Now it’s on to see the senator! tion day. In the meantime, an old boss of 8:20 a.m. – On 111th Street in Mt. mine stops by to vote and we have a nice Greenwood, a speed light flashes. It wasn’t chat about how wonderful the newspaper me was it? I don’t think so. I don’t know, business is. though. I doubt the paper – or the senator 11:15 a.m. — Lipinski arrives and – will pay for the ticket if it was me. legislator Fran Hurley is already there. 8:30 a.m. – I arrive at Kolmar and the They meet and greet the public. I shoot senator, phew, is still there. I take some photos. The problem with the Sportsplex photos and chat with the senator. We talk is that there are usually more people there politics, weather, sports and newspapers. to work out than vote. It makes for some Then I mention the turkey leg. The senator comical and awkward moments when they is all of a sudden hungry. pass by the pols. 9:15 a.m. – I get a call from Congress1 p.m. – After a lunch break, I go to man Dan Lipinski’s people telling me that he will be at the Orland Park Sportsplex See IMPRESSIONS, Page 12
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Kennedy Arundel of Mother McAuley, left photo, serves during sectional play, Congressman Dan Lipinski holds some of his political flyers, middle photo, and seeking out a big turkey leg, right photo, were all a part of Jeff Vorva’s wild day on Nov. 4.
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WHATIZIT? We can’t verify the truth to the rumor that at a nearby Barone’s Pizza that folks last week were singing Vaughn Monroe’s “Red Roses For a Blue Lady” and Bobby Vinton’s “Blue Velvet” -- the clues to last week’s WHATIZIT photo. But if it is true, the Reporter publicly apologizes to those non-singing customers who may have been bothered by a group of people singing these chestnuts – especially if they were off key. The photo was of a red velvet cupcake. Linda Martin of Worth put the icing on the cake by being the first with the right answer. Other sweet responses came from Worth’s Darrel Hardin, Therese and George Rebersky, Mary Kurdziel, Frank and Donna Hirsch and Robert Solner, Oak Lawn’s Jane Foley, Evergreen Park’s Jan Merchantz, Palos Heights’ Jackie Miller and the Friday Night Ladies Poker and Dessert Lovers Club of Oak Lawn, Orland Park and Oak Forest. Incorrect answers were of mashed potatoes and bacon bits, a Starbuck’s latte and a pierogi sprinkled with bacon and sour cream. This week’s clue is that some believe this might be Mother Nature’s version of a bug zapper. Send those guesses by Monday night to thereporter@comcast. net with Whatizit? in the subject line. Don’t forget your name and hometown.
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Foresters Camera Club shares photo tips, techniques The Foresters Camera Club welcomes prospective members to its next meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, at Palos United Methodist Church, 121st and Harlem Avenue in Palos Heights. Guest presenter Owen Murray will give nighttime photography tips and techniques. Bob Dietz, of Tinley Park, won the large color category at the club’s most recent Print of the Month competition on Nov. 4, with his “At the Depot” photo of the train station in his hometown (above). Judy Coglianese, of Palos Park, took first in a color category with her photo, “The Dyein’ of the Green” (left). Submitted photos
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election. 12:30 a.m. – I am done for at least a few hours (there is still more editing and placevote. For the first time in a long time, I have to ment of the stories and photos to be done early wait for a little while. Because I’m a “communist” I won’t tell you how I voted but once I got Wednesday morning) and ask Regional News reporter Tim Hadac if he wants the last pieces of the ballot, I checked roughly 8 million boxes to pizza. He declines. So I agree to take it home. retain a bunch of judges that I never heard of. 12:45 a.m. – I am driving halfway home when Hopefully, if that flashing light on 111th street realize I forgot the pizza. pertained to me, one of those judges will show 1 a.m. – I arrive home to find no one has takmercy on me. 1:30 p.m. – I go back to the office for the sec- en the dog outside and put him to bed. So, I take him outside and he decides that instead of going ond time and knock off a bunch of work. With to his room like he normally does, he wants to designer Kari Nelson working on overdrive, we wrap up nine of our 12 pages with the rest being go into the dining room and hide under the table. At least he didn’t eat the turkey leg. reserved for election coverage. So how was your day? 5 p.m. – I arrive at Mother McAuley High School and get one of the few remaining spots in the main parking lot. I’m there to shoot volleyball photos for sports. McAuley and three other high-level teams are fighting it out in sectional play. Two winners go on to play each other. The two losers flood the locker room with tears after their season is over. 8:30 p.m. – Back to the office for a third time after watching all of Mother McAuley’s three-set victory over Sandburg and a portion of Lyons Townships’ three-set triumph over Marist. It was a night of incredible volleyball and drama. And yes, tears. Now back to the election… 9 p.m. – Pizza arrives. It’s an election night staple in newsrooms across the nation to serve pizza on election nights. When we talk about some of the daily papers in the area that no longer have offices I joke that their reporters have to pick up a slice and eat it in their cars. 10:15 p.m. – I am in charge of the governor’s story so I pay attention when incumbent Patrick Quinn comes out and says he is not conceding but challenger Bruce Rauner comes out and proclaims he has won. Midnight – I haven’t turned into a pumpkin yet, but I put the finishing touches on the Rauner story and edit Bob Rakow’s stories from the
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Class 6A playoffs
At West, it was won Behind birthday boy MuhammadRogers, Bulldogs survive Warriors By Ken Karrson
Lincoln-Way West led 20-12 at halftime, but the Bulldogs took While Hasan Muhammad-Rog- control by scoring three times in ers received birthday greetings a span of just over 12 minutes. throughout the day on Saturday, The third of those TDs, a 6-yard the 18-year-old quarterback also catch by Romello Boykin with took several mo9:40 remaining ments to adminin the contest, ister a birthday gave Richards beating to Linthe insurance it Lemont (11-0) at Richards coln-Way West. needed to with(10-1) at 6 p.m. Saturday Visiting Richstand a later ards didn’t win touchdown by the second-round Class 6A the Warriors and bag a 34-27 playoff game by a wide margin, victory that moved it into the but there’s no question Mu- quarterfinals. hammad-Rogers wreaked some The Bulldogs (10-1) will host serious havoc at the Warriors’ Lemont, a 35-14 Round 2 winner expense. Five touchdown throws over Yorkville, Saturday night at and nearly 400 passing yards were 6 p.m. at Korhonen Field. the major components of Muham- “We’ve got to come in and play, Photo by Jeff Vorva mad-Rogers’ performance and [but] I think it can help that we’ve Richards quarterback Hasan Muhammad-Rogers, who celebrated his 18th birthday Saturday, fires a touchdown pass to Ryan Willett those were enough to offset the against Lincoln-Way West in a Class 6A playoff game. The guy nicknamed “Sauce” was definitely hot as he threw for 395 yards hosts' own productive afternoon. (Continued on page 5) and five scores in all as the Bulldogs beat the Warriors 34-27.
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Eagles runners are runners-up That wouldn’t have been an [because] we just got crushed issue but for one thing: When on the first turn.” PEORIA — It was a joyless the starter’s gun fired, the Eagles Burzinski said he came through the first three-turn sequence sevawards ceremony for Sandburg’s were slow off the line. boys’ cross country team at Det- “We were just buried,” O’Mal- en seconds off the pace he was ley said. “We were in an inside seeking. weiller Park on Saturday. After all that was accomplished box and kind of got pinched at “We regrouped and rolled this season, after all that was an- the turn and that killed us. We through the mile right around ticipated after a romp through the didn’t do what we needed to do to on time, but I guess we didn’t regional and sectional races, sec- make up for the inside position. put it together for the finish,” ond place was a rude awakening. “When you get out there, you Burzinski said. The Eagles, favored to win the need to be aware of the rest of There was more to the outIHSA’s Class 3A championship, the field. We were running from come than the start. First, there were runners-up to Hinsdale Cen- behind the whole way — that’s (Continued on page 4) tral after leaving the Red Devils in the bottom line. It’s our fault their tracks at Midlothian Meadows seven days earlier. Sandburg’s best previous finish in the state final was seventh, achieved last year. But for the most part that vast improvement was dismissed. Second place just didn’t cut it. “As a senior it’s frustrating,” said Greg Burzinski, who ran the three-mile route in 14 minutes, 56 seconds to take the 24th spot in the team placing and 33rd overall. “I’m not gonna lie, it hurts a lot,” said junior Tom Brennan, Sandburg’s top finisher at 14:54. “But our team had never gotten a trophy before and Hinsdale, they’re a real good bunch. Their front guy kind of killed me. “They came ready and they took it. It adds motivation for next year, but I feel I was saying that last year, too.” Brennan isn’t the only Eagle already thinking of 2015. “It stinks to get second place,” junior Chris Torpy said. “We’ll remember the feeling and we’ll come back strong.” Coach John O’Malley believed the die was cast at the start. The Eagles’ box was on the west side of the starting line, the eighth of 40, with a more difficult anPhoto by Jeff Vorva gle to the first turn — a sharp Sandburg junior Tom Brennan, shown competing in the Marist left-hander a quarter-mile away Sectional, placed 31st overall at Saturday’s Class 3A meet at down a gradual slope — than the Detweiller Park in Peoria. The Eagles were runner-up to Hinsdale majority of other teams. Central in the team standings, their highest finish ever at state. By Tim Cronin
Photo by Jeff Vorva
Mother McAuley players react after clinching a three-set win over Sandburg in last Tuesday’s sectional semifinal match. The Mighty Macs went on to capture the title on Thursday but were denied a return to the Class 4A semifinals by Benet Academy, which defeated them in a Saturday supersectional.
Volleyball roundup
No title repeat for Mighty Macs By Anthony Nasella A year ago Mother McAuley battled Benet Academy for the Class 4A championship and the Mighty Macs prevailed in thrilling fashion to become the elite team in Illinois. Saturday in a cruel twist of bracket-shifting the two teams had their rematch not in this
year’s title match but the Hinsdale Central Supersectional. And the latest result did not windup in McAuley's favor. Squandering leads in both the first and second games, the Macs (36-4) were denied a return trip downstate as they dropped a 2725, 37-35 verdict to the Redwings. Kelsey Clark (11 kills), Ryann DeJarld (nine kills, six digs),
Kennedy Arundel (eight kills), Kayla Caffey (seven kills), Carla Cahill (nine digs), Amber Casey (21 assists) and Jane DeJarld (15 assists) led McAuley. The loss ended a memorable three-year run for a core of five Macs seniors who played together since they were sophomores and (Continued on page 6)
PLAYOFF FOOTBALL FORECAST
There were plenty of close games on the grid last week – games in which one play could have made the difference. Through it all, Karrson and Vorva managed 9-1 records and are starting to separate themselves from the rest of the pack of mongrels. It could be another fun week with the boys disagreeing on eight of the 10 games. With all but one area team gone, we try to keep the games to south suburban teams and opponents our teams have faced this year, but we threw in the East St. Louis-Peoria Notre Dame game because the winner plays the Richards-Lemont survivor. Last week: Playoffs: Regular season: Lemont at Richards East St. Louis at Peoria Notre Dame Bolingbrook at Homewood-Flossmoor Geneva at Cary-Grove Wheaton-Warrenville South at Providence Catholic Lincoln-Way East at Mt. Carmel Lake Forest at Nazareth Hinsdale South at Wheaton St. Francis Montini at Marian Central Catholic Olivet Nazarene at St. Xavier University
Ken Karrson Jeff Vorva 9-1 9-1 18-2 18-2 67-19 68-18 Lemont Lemont ESL ESL Bolingbroook H-F Geneva Cary-Grove Providence Providence LWE LWE Nazareth Nazareth Hinsdale S. St. Francis Montini Montini St. Xavier St. Xavier
Anthony Nasella 6-4 14-6 56-30 Richards ND H-F Geneva Wheaton. LWE Lake Forest Hinsdale S. Marian St. Xavier
Jason Maholy Wally Findysz 6-4 7-3 14-6 16-4 67-19 61-25 Richards Lemont ESL ND Bolingbrook H-F Cary-Grove Cary-Grove Providence Providence LWE LWE Nazareth Nazareth Hinsdale S. St. Francis Montini Montini St. Xavier St. Xavier
Bob Rakow 6-4 15-5 62-24 Richards ND H-F Geneva Providence LWE Nazareth St. Francis Montini St. Xavier
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Section 2 Thursday, November 13, 2014
The Regional News - The Reporter
A whole Latta silliness going on Bartosh (Reprinted from April 11, 2013) Another one bites the dust. This time, though, it was by choice. And if the knee-jerk reaction was any indication of the man’s sensibilities, the sports-journalism world might have gained from this particular loss. Many people are keenly aware of the stranglehold athletics has on the majority of American men. So great is it, in fact, that prime sporting events usually supersede everything else in their lives. My former mailman, for example, would save a huge chunk of vacation days to use in March so he wouldn’t have to miss any of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament. Another guy, this one a former workplace acquaintance, used to videotape every single minute of Olympics telecasts and then watch them in their entirety. Super Bowl Sunday has become an unofficial winter holiday, big-city mayors make bets with each other when teams from their respective states play for a championship, and football fanatics in some college towns have reportedly delayed family funerals and weddings so those wouldn’t interfere with gameday activities. Clearly, we are a society of sports junkies. And those among us who love sweating out deadlines, getting verbally abused by unhappy jocks and coaches on a regular basis, and think we can piece together two or three coherent sentences take it a step further by pursuing a career in sports journalism. That way we can bask in the reflected glow of athletic fame by interviewing those who actually possess it and spare ourselves the embarrassment of trying — and failing — to compete on our own. Despite some negative aspects, sports writing is not the worst way to make a living, especially if accruing vast wealth is not high on the list of personal objectives. However, one stipulation for professionals is no root-root-rooting for the home team, or any other one for that matter. Contrary to popular opinion, objectivity really is encouraged for everyone in the field not holding down a columnist’s position.
The edict isn’t always easy to follow, but most sports journalists attempt to do so. And this is where Dennis Latta broke from the pack. Latta, who most recently served as editor for something called “loboland.com,” apparently has covered University of New Mexico basketball for more than three decades in some capacity, including as a newspaperman. With such a long time spent on that beat, it’s reasonable to assume Latta occasionally grew close to certain individuals. That being said, it’s also understandable if Latta developed an affinity for the program as a whole and wanted the Lobos to do well every year. Human nature being what it is, I doubt if any other journalist would have been able to remain completely detached and unbiased under similar circumstances. Heck, look at regular fans — they sometimes become crazed while cheering for their favorite team, a team with which they have no direct connection other than a shared zip code. They don’t know anyone on the roster or within the organization personally, yet these fans react as if someone stole their car whenever a game is lost. So how difficult would it be for a journalist to stay neutral when he may genuinely like some of the young men or women affiliated with the school or team he’s covering as part of his beat? Probably plenty tough. However, as disappointed as we’d be when they weren’t successful, as professionals we wouldn’t allow it to affect us to the point of distraction. But that’s what Latta did. In a piece that appeared on loboland.com in the wake of New Mexico’s NCAA tournament loss to Harvard, Latta wrote of his displeasure. Obviously losing to an Ivy League school in any sport other than rowing, fencing or squash is likely considered an upset at any NCAA Division I university, but remember the 1969 New York Mets were 100to-1 long shots to be that year’s World Series champs. To paraphrase that now-famous utterance, stuff happens. Deal with it. Latta chose to do so in a rather
unexpected manner: He bailed out. Frustration immediately led to farewell. In what allegedly was his final story ever on Lobos basketball, Latta frequently returned to the statement, “I was wrong,” used as an ongoing response to various observations he made about the 2012-13 New Mexico men’s squad. For instance, at one point, Latta writes that he was “convinced that this Lobo team was for real. It had experience, a good front line and a good backcourt and good chemistry and was smart. I was wrong.” He goes on to give a pretty good critique, including taking two of the Lobos’ best players to task for their crunch-time disappearance. Fair enough, but then why did Latta figuratively throw up his hands near the end of his story and, out of the blue, opt to imitate once-heralded boxer Roberto Duran by essentially declaring, “No mas?” It’s Latta’s prerogative, of course, to choose a course of action in regard to his career, and it’s good he finds himself in a position to do so, particularly when more and more journalists these days are having that decision made for them by bottom-line-scrutinizing corporate bean counters who couldn’t uncover a story in a library. But why? If he were simply tired of the grind, OK. If he felt he was drying up from a creative standpoint after all these years, that’s fine, too. And if he had a family obligation that suddenly couldn’t be met without making a drastic career change, Latta’s move would be completely understandable. But he’s leaving because a college basketball team underachieved for one day and he’s fed up? Dennis, my friend, that’s really a pretty lame excuse. When the 2013-14 basketball season rolls around and the Lobos begin practicing, Latta may very well have a change of heart. If not, though, and this really was the end, he sure didn’t make the rest of his sports-writing brethren look very good by exiting the way he did. Maybe New Mexico wound up being sheep in Lobos’ clothing, but it’s no worse than a disgruntled fan wearing rumpled sports writers’ attire.
Lessen and burned Banged-up Vikings fall to DePaul Prep By Ken Karrson St. Laurence learned a hard football lesson Friday night. With less it becomes more difficult. Already without their No. 1 signal-caller upon entering the Class 5A tournament, the Vikings lost backup Tim Delaney to a collarbone injury during a defeat against Joliet Catholic Academy. That meant sophomore third-stringer Romello Washington would quarterback St. Laurence in its Chicago Catholic League playoff opener versus DePaul Prep at Kavanagh Field. As a young player Washington obviously would have benefited greatly from having a full complement of game-tested performers surrounding him. But running back Fayezon Smart suffered a concussion in the first half against the Rams and a starting lineman also went down, to be replaced by a sophomore who had recently been called up from the lower levels. “It’s tough to put any young player in that situation where the season hinges on how they play and what they do or don’t do,” Vikings coach Harold Blackmon said. “They battled, but we had some guys in unique situations.” Luckily for St. Laurence its defense was pretty much intact, which meant DePaul Prep was not about to go wild when it had the ball. And the Vikings’ prevention corps was indeed staunch — the Rams mustered only 95 total yards and were guilty of two turnovers. The trouble was St. Laurence’s own attack generated only 139 yards itself and was more mistake-prone. Half of the Vikings' four errors came on their first two snaps and both wound up burning them. One, in fact, directly resulted in a touchdown when Markhavius Ross took an interception back 31 yards. Ross' play followed Paulie Rivas’ 1-yard run, which capped a five-play, 26-yard drive that had gotten underway after the visitors made a fumble recovery.
DePaul Prep did no additional damage, but it didn’t need to as it secured a 14-7 triumph that advanced it deeper into the Catholic League tourney. St. Laurence, meanwhile, closed the books on a 5-6 campaign that marked another improvement under Blackmon's watch. “I’m excited not only as a coach but as a fan and supporter of the program to see the progress we’re making,” the third-year leader said. “This is the most fun I’ve had in coaching. I’m looking forward to the future.” And Blackmon singled out one group in particular for its role in the latest round of development. “I can’t compliment our senior class enough,” he said. “There were not a lot of numbers, but [there was] a lot of leadership. The blueprint of success they’ll leave for the future is important. “The seniors took this team as far physically as they could and seeing their buy-in factor to what we’re doing was very satisfying. We’re going to miss those guys.” Two of those upperclassmen, linebackers Tom Lyons and Tyler Snee, closed out their prep careers with solid performances, the former doing so with teamhigh totals of six solo tackles and 14 assists. Snee assisted on six stops. Also aiding the defensive cause were senior Justin Dennison (interception) and juniors Ian O’Donnell (three solos, three assists) and Mike Milavickas (two solos, four assists). “We were healthy defensively and our defense played great,” Blackmon said. “With the injuries to our offense we couldn’t get anything going, but that’s just what you face this time of year — not just us but everybody.” The Vikings, who avoided falling into a deeper hole when the Rams misfired on a 27-yard field-goal try following a fumble recovery at the St. Laurence 8, finally broke through right before halftime when Washington completed a 17-yard touchdown throw to Carlos Baker. Baker’s fumble recovery had given the hosts
possession at DePaul Prep’s 26. The Vikings’ initial series of the third period was impressive as it moved them from their own 15 to the Rams’ 12 before fizzling out when Snee was halted on a fourthdown carry. But that was to be the last of St. Laurence’s threats. “It was kind of like Week 1 all over again [with] guys without experience having to learn [on the fly],” Blackmon said. “I just told them, ‘Calm your nerves down — it’s no different than what you go through in practice.’ They did some good things and we’ll build on that. “The major thing was an extra two weeks of having all our sophomores at practice and seeing where they'll fit in — we don’t have to wait until August to find out. These two [postseason] games are a pretty big deal that speeds up the learning curve. It’s part of breaking through the threshold where it’s not new [to us].” Blackmon also measured progress by the Vikings’ ability to hang tough against almost every one of its foes when at full strength and “win [some of] those close games.”
Statistics DePaul Prep St. Laurence
14 0 0 0 - 14 0 7 0 0 - 7
First downs Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles/lost Had intercepted Penalties/yds. Punts/avg.
DP STL 8 13 96 61 0 78 96 139 4-0 25-6 2-1 4-3 1 1 9-100 6-60 6-37.7 5-34.8
Scoring DP — Paulie Rivas 1 run (kick failed) DP — Markhavius Ross 31 interception return (Chris Jerome Smith run) STL — Carlos Baker 17 pass from Romello Washington (Mauricio Garibay kick) St. Laurence Rushing: Snee 12-39, Smart 12-22, Gurgone 1-10, Aranda 1-(-2), Washington 5-(-8). Passing: Washington 25-6-78. Receiving: Baker 2-26, Snee 2-19, Gurgone 1-22, Burnette 1-11.
Photos by Tala Baker
St. Xavier University guard Stanley Moore drives the baseline during Sunday’s home opener with Silver Lake College. The Cougars squared their record at 1-1 with an 80-71 triumph.
SXU sports summary
Fall season completed for several sports Athletes in cross country and soccer have competed for the last time in 2014 as four St. Xavier University fall teams completed their seasons. No Cougar advanced out of Saturday's Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference cross country meet at Wing Park Golf Course in Elgin and SXU’s men's soccer squad joined the women on the sidelines after dropping a 2-1 verdict to Holy Cross College Saturday in conference tourney action. WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY Junior Ann Kolker was 22nd overall but fell short of qualifying for the NAIA National Championship. Her time for 5K was 19 minutes, 41.71 seconds. Following her down the chute were freshman Alondra Dolfin (33rd in 20:33.28), sophomore Nicole Watkins (36th, 20:35.23), senior Ali Proffitt (51st, 21:17.27) and sophomore Courtney Correa (54th, 21:50.50). The Cougars' non-scorers were freshmen Jocelyn Camacho (78th, 22:58.32) and Diondria Woodhouse (89th, 23:36.47). SXU totaled 142 points to place fifth in the team standings. The University of St. Francis won the
championship with 44 points. MEN’S CROSS COUNTRY Junior Janis Pastars’ 26thplace finish topped the Cougars men at the CCAC meet, but like Kolker that showing wasn’t quite good enough to move him along to the national race on Nov. 22 in Lawrence, Kansas. Pastars timed out in 26:52.09 for 8K. Finishing two spots behind Pastars was senior Kyle Counter, who clocked a 26:54 in his final collegiate competition. With that tandem leading the way SXU wound up sixth among 11 schools with 174 points. USF took first with 29 points. Also contributing to the Cougars' total were sophomore Alex Ray (57th in 28:08.62), junior Victor Solis (58th, 28:09.18) and Rex Wiafe (99th, 30:01.04). MEN’S SOCCER A free-kick goal from 20 yards out by junior midfielder Jonghyun Son less than two minutes into overtime gave visiting
Holy Cross College a 2-1 victory over the Cougars in a first-round CCAC Tournament match that ended the latter's 2014 campaign. Son’s penalty kick in the 36th minute had staked the Saints to a 1-0 lead at Bruce R. Deaton Field, but SXU (10-8-1, 8-2-1) finally pulled even on senior midfielder Brandon Simoes' header in the 82nd minute. Junior midfielder Erik Ramirez set up the goal with a corner kick. Netminder AJ Pfatschbacher made two saves for the Cougars, who outshot Holy Cross 14-7 overall and placed seven shots on target. *** Before seeing its season come to a close SXU used two-goal performances from Simoes and junior forward Marco Gutierrez as the fuel for a 5-0 conquest of Robert Morris University last Wednesday at Deaton Field. The Cougars got up 3-0 within the first 28 minutes as Gutierrez tallied in the ninth, Simoes in the 17th and Gutierrez again 11 minutes after that. Providing assists were sophomore midfielder Kamil Szczesniak (two), Gutierrez and (Continued on page 6)
International incident Cougars’ fast start dooms Trojans to defeat By Ken Karrson Other than its geographic placement Trinity International University has little in common football-wise with St. Xavier University these days. While the Cougars have their sights set on a return to the NAIA national tournament after a one-year absence, the Trojans are playing out the string on what will be a sub-.500 season for them. Of course, that disparity was the exact reason TIU couldn’t be overlooked. And SXU coach Mike Feminis made sure his guys were indeed ready to roll Saturday afternoon in Deerfield. He pointed out the relative youth and inexperience of the Trojans’ roster meant that if the Cougars “played well we’d present them with some problems,” but Feminis also reminded his athletes of something else. “We pounded the guys all week with [the idea that] we can’t worry about the opponent,” he said. “Do your job and remember the big picture.” Whether or not that ultimately served as SXU’s primary motivation is somewhat irrelevant, but one thing was for sure: The Cougars took nothing for granted in the Mid-States Football Association Midwest League contest. That much was evident by their getaway, which featured them racing out to a 10-0 lead less than six minutes into the game courtesy of Abdul Mahdi’s 20-yard field goal and Randall Wells’ 17-yard touchdown reception. From there SXU (7-2, 3-1) took off. It built a 31-3 halftime cushion and added two more touchdowns after that, even though Feminis removed all his offensive starters at the break. The Cougars’ 45-23 triumph was likely to move them up to No. 6 in this week’s national rankings and strengthen their chances of eventually hosting a first-round playoff game. They need to defeat another area rival, Olivet Nazarene University, on Saturday at home to ensure it and Feminis will probably reiterate the idea of being prepared for an opponent that, on paper, simply doesn’t measure up to SXU. “You can’t be in a situation where you stumble and later say, ‘We should have listened to the
coaches,’” Feminis said. “Olivet lost to Robert Morris [University] by a point the week before we lost to them, [so] I expect us to have a great week of practice.” The practices leading up to the TIU affair didn’t make the Cougars perfect, but they were awfully good as they racked up 382 total yards and did not commit any turnovers. Besides his first scoring throw, SXU quarterback John Rhode collaborated with Wells a second time on a 12-yard TD pass and Stephen Simms (4 yards). “It was nice to jump out and get some points,” Feminis said. “If we don’t have turnovers, we expect to score a lot of points. “I’m very happy with where we’re at offensively. We have a lot of confidence — if we get stopped, chances are we’re stopping ourselves.” That didn’t happen here, even when Mark Strbjak stepped in under center. His 62-yard completion to Austin Feeney in the third quarter upped the Cougars’ advantage to 38-3 and then Strbjak directed a short drive that ended with Khary Ferguson’s 2-yard run after Danny Lombardo returned an interception 29 yards. “He’s a great insurance policy if something were to happen to John,” Feminis said of Strbjak, who caught a 75-yard touchdown pass himself the week before versus St. Ambrose University. “Quarterback can be such a fragile position — if you don’t have that quality No. 2 [man] you could be in trouble. [Strbjak’s] gotten some quality reps.” Another positive influence for SXU was Nick DeBenedetti. The senior returned one punt 51 yards for a score, ran another back 50 yards to set up Wells’ first touchdown catch and took a kickoff 43 yards to give the Cougars possession in Trojans territory on the series that concluded with Wells’ other TD. “DeBenedetti was just fantastic,” Feminis said. “Nick’s had an All-American year on the offensive side and Greg Hayward’s had one on defense. We’ve got two big-time players, one on each side of the ball.” Hayward, a senior lineman from Oak Lawn, was relatively quiet against Trinity only because he, like SXU’s other regulars, had his on-field time dramatically reduced.
Joe DeMarco (three solo stops, two assists), Tom Hitz (three solos, two assists) and Mike Sheehy (two solos, four assists) logged the most notable numbers as 28 different players registered at least one tackle or assist. “It was nice that for the first time all year we were able to get everybody in the game,” Feminis said. “Our schedule was so brutal that [many] games have been close into the fourth quarter, but these [reserve] guys work hard in practice so you want to give them opportunities to play.” Feminis said TIU coaches appreciated his liberal use of subs and thanked him afterwards for “not running it up” on the scoreboard. The Cougars’ victory was realized in their only game played on a natural-grass surface thus far this season.
Statistics St. Xavier TIU
17 14 14 0 - 45 0 3 0 20 - 23
First downs Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles/lost Had intercepted Penalties/yds. Punts/avg.
SXU TIU 20 21 184 245 198 135 382 380 25-15 23-11 1-0 1-0 0 1 5-45 4-24 4-35.5 7-35.4
Scoring SXU — Abdul Mahdi 20 field goal SXU — Randall Wells 17 pass from John Rhode (Mahdi kick) SXU — Nick DeBenedetti 51 punt return (Mahdi kick) SXU — Stephen Simms 4 pass from Rhode (Mahdi kick) TIU — Jeremiah Carter 39 field goal SXU — Wells 12 pass from Rhode (Mahdi kick) SXU — Austin Feeney 62 pass from Mark Strbjak (Mahdi kick) SXU — Khary Ferguson 2 run (Mahdi kick) TIU — Stephen Anderson 4 run (Corey Windle pass from Anderson) TIU — Aaron Ordway 10 pass from Anderson (pass failed) TIU — Namu Keys 1 run (run failed) St. Xavier Rushing: Ivlow 9-52, Hunter 6-34, Strbjak 6-34, Simms 5-26, DeBenedetti 1-25, Ferguson 6-18, Vilimek 4-4, Rhode 3-(-2), team 1-(-2), Feeney 2-(5). Passing: Rhode 20-12-126, Strbjak 5-3-72. Receiving: Simms 6-83, Wells 3-27, DeBenedetti 3-16, Feeney 1-62, Ladd 1-9, Frederickson 1-1.
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Thursday, November 13, 2014 Section 2
MEN’S BASKETBALL PREVIEW
Moraine Valley College men’s team MORAINE VALLEY 2013-14 Record: 8-22. Head coach: David Howard. Assistant coaches: James Daniels, Brandon Allen. • Who’s gone: Kyle Ward, G; Johnte Shannon, G; Des’nique Harris, G/F; Brett Kaiser, G/F; Cameron Juillerat, G. • Who’s back: Nick Bal, G, So.; Paulius Ostruskevicius, G/F, So. • Who’s new: Brian Townsend, F, So.; Demarcus Vines, G, So.; Randall Rushing, G/F, So.; Niko Cahue, F/C, Fr.; Mychele Bullock, G, Fr.; Derland Deere, G, Fr.; Nick Sims, G, Fr.; Vicpatrick Harris, G, So.; Jason Roland, G, Fr.; Calviontae Washington, G, Fr.; Ermias Nega, G/F, Fr.; Abdal Ishtaiah, G, Fr.; Sean Tyrrell, C, So. • Outlook: Year 1 of the David Howard era started out with a thud instead of a bang. In fairness to the rookie coach, there was almost nowhere to go but down seeing as how the Cyclones were one win away from capturing their first national championship the season before. Nobody except maybe the new boss himself was holding Howard to that same standard, but the drop-off was precipitous as Moraine Valley, like snow-weary Chicagoans, endured a rough winter. Eight wins is not what Howard signed on for, but he’s using that as motivational fuel for the 2014-15 season. Any turnaround, however, will have to come on the backs of a rookie-laden group — only guard Nick Bal and swingman Paulius Ostruskevicius return from last year’s club. Among the departures were All-Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference selections Kyle Ward, Johnte Shannon and Des’nique Harris. While rebuilding is something with which every junior college coach is quite familiar, having to depend on such a high number of newcomers isn’t the ideal recipe for rapid recovery from a downfall. Fortunately for the Cyclones a couple members of the incoming group are actually sophomores. One of them is Evergreen Park alumnus Brian Townsend, who transferred from Western Oklahoma State College and should make an immediate impact because of his 6-foot-6 frame and athleticism. His debut featured him posting a double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds to go
along with four blocks and three steals. Also anticipated to be heard from right away is Niko Cahue, another 6-6 player who was a two-year starter for Sandburg and an all-area pick as a prep senior. Demarcus Vines could have an edge in a crowded backcourt because he, too, already has a year of college under his belt. He transferred to Moraine from fellow ISCC member McHenry College. A couple other local products, Randall Rushing (Richards) and Nick Sims (Stagg), will vie for court time as well. Also getting a look will be Mychele Bullock, Deland “DJ” Deere, Jason Roland and Calviontae Washington. Deere had 17 points and four rebounds in his initial college outing. The Cyclones will certainly not be oversized — over half of their 15-man roster stands 6-1 or less — but that won’t excuse them from chores such as rebounding and defending the interior. And because Moraine doesn’t appear to have in its midst a game-changer such as former stars Karrington Ward and Dwight McCombs, Howard is counting on a by-committee approach to things, where everyone is expected to carry his fair share of the team load. And if the Cyclones do manage to make some measurable headway, it’s likely to enhance Howard’s reputation as a recruiter. Moraine’s storied history in the sport won’t hurt over the long run, either, when it comes to attracting new faces to the program. • Coach’s comments: “This feels like my group of guys because it’s my first year recruiting [and] there was so much transition. This group is competitive — they want to get better and they hate losing. We’re small, but they’re feisty and I like what they bring. “I’m feeling good about this year. We’re going to play more up-tempo. Last year we fell in love with the 3-point shot; now we want to attack the rim first. We have quite a few guys who can shoot, but we’ll make our opponents uncomfortable with defensive pressure. “A lot of the guys do things well, but to be successful it’ll be a team effort from the first guy to the last one on the roster. They all have to contribute. Everyone is expected to perform and work together.” — Howard.
Moraine Valley No. Name 10 Demarcus Vines 11 Derland Deere 12 Nick Sims 13 Vicpatrick Harris 14 Jason Roland 15 Paulius Ostruskevicius 20 Nick Bal 21 Abdal Ishtaiah 22 Ernias Nega 24 Randall Rushing 25 Calviontae Washington 30 Mychele Bullock 32 Niko Cahue 33 Brian Townsend 35 Sean Tyrrell
Pos. G G G G G G/F G G G/F G/F G G C/F F C
Ht. Yr. 5-10 So. 5-10 Fr. 5-11 Sr. 6-0 So. 6-0 Fr. 6-2 So. 6-0 So. 6-1 Fr. 6-4 Fr. 6-3 So. 6-1 Fr. 6-2 Fr. 6-6 Fr. 6-6 So. 6-5 So.
Trinity Christian College men’s team
St. Xavier University men’s team ST. XAVIER 2013-14 Record: 30-5. Head coach: Tom O’Malley. Assistant coaches: Devon Chandler, John Chappetto, Kevin Fopma, Munir Smith. • Who’s gone: Brad Karp, G/F; Michael Simpson, G; Munir Smith, G; Josh Mawhorr, F. • Who’s back: Jack Krieger, G, Sr. (16.2 ppg, 59 3s); Tony Core, F, Jr. (6.4 ppg, 3.8 rpg); Darius Draper, G, Jr. (3.7 ppg, 2.8 rpg); Andre Arrington, F, Sr. (4.2 ppg, 1.3 rpg); Kyle Huppe, G, So. (4.5 ppg, 1.0 apg); Kyle Kleinrichert, F, So. (1.1 ppg). • Who’s new: Quinn Niego, G, Fr.; Stanley Moore, G, Jr. (12.7 ppg, 5.9 apg); Mitch Uratchko, F, Jr. (2.8 ppg, 2.4 rpg); Daniel Lowe, F/G, Fr.; Laurynas Motuzis, G, Fr. • Outlook: 2013-14 ranked as one of the finest campaigns in Cougars hoops history as SXU came within four points of advancing to the quarterfinal round of the NAIA Division II tournament after piling up 30 victories overall. That was managed without early input from junior guard Jack Krieger, who was plagued by some physical woes. Of course, the Cougars had Brad Karp in their midst, and the firstteam All-American demonstrated why he earned such lofty status by delivering significant stats in most major categories. He’s gone now, having graduated from SXU as its all-time scoring leader. Karp’s 2,889 career points put him fourth among college basketball players in Illinois state history, regardless of division. Replacing Karp may be impossible, and losing point guard Michael Simpson (All-America honorable mention) and forward Josh Mawhorr (transfer) just adds to the rebuilding task. However, Krieger gives the Cougars a reliable performer around whom to construct this year’s squad. Despite his injury issues Krieger emerged as a talented complement to Karp, one who drilled a team-best 59 3-pointers while averaging slightly more than 16 points per contest, good enough to collect second-team All-Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference recognition. SXU will need more from 6-foot-7 junior Tony Core and 6-6 junior guard Darius Draper this time around in order to remain a constant offensive threat. Breakthroughs for senior Andre Arrington, sophomore guard Kyle Huppe and sophomore Kyle Kleinrichert would also be welcomed. None of the above-mentioned quintet averaged more than 6.4 points. For the first time in a while Cougars coach Tom O’Malley may lean heavily on newcomers. Two of them — guard Stanley Moore and
forward Mitch Uratchko — enter the program with previous collegiate experience. Both transferred in from Sauk Valley Community College and Moore does so after scoring at a 12.7 points-per-game clip last winter. Another possible point source is freshman Quinn Niego, a Brother Rice alumnus and member of this paper’s 2013-14 high-school all-area team after leading the Crusaders in scoring (18.6 ppg), 3-point baskets (61), total rebounds (136) and free-throw percentage (85) as a senior. Niego connected on 40 percent of his long-distance attempts and set a Rice record by tallying 19 points in one period during a Chicago Catholic League contest. Daniel Lowe and Laurynas Motuzis are two other freshmen who could make their presences felt. Lowe averaged nearly a double-double (19 points, nine rebounds) for Byron High School last season while Motuzis was an all-conference and all-area player for Hinsdale South. While there are holes to fill, don’t bet against O’Malley finding a way to do so. Ten of his last 16 clubs qualified for the NAIA tournament in either Division I or II and SXU has amassed 423 wins (compared to just 158 losses) during his 17-year tenure. O’Malley, who has 897 career victories when coaching stints at three high schools are factored in, will be surrounded by a few new assistants, including longtime Richards boss John Chappetto. Former Cougars assistants Tony Bates and Rick Romeli departed for Governors State University to become head coach and associate head coach, respectively, of its firstyear basketball program. • Coach’s comments: “We feel we have a style of play that really fits the players on our team this year. I think Jack Krieger will have another outstanding season and be a leader for our young guys. We have a lot of guards who can shoot the basketball and also plenty of quickness. “We know that it is tough to replace guys like Karp and Simpson, but even though you usually can’t replace those types of players with another one we have a host of returning players who I feel will fill those holes nicely. On paper, we do not have a ton of size, but our post players are powerful and should match up well with our opponents. “All-in-all, it is never easy to lose players of the caliber of a Brad Karp or Michael Simpson, but I think there is plenty of talent returning on this roster and I expect another big season of Cougar[s] basketball.” — O’Malley
St. Xavier No. Name 3 Nate Serven 4 Quinn Niego 5 Matthew Wright 10 Kyle Huppe 13 Kyle Tackett 20 Larry Motuzis 24 Darius Draper 30 Tony Core 31 Kody Kleinrichert 33 Jack Krieger 34 Daniel Lowe 42 Raheem Moore 43 Stanley Moore 44 Jalon Beverly 45 Andre Arrington 50 Chris Davis 54 Mitch Uratchko
Pos. G G F G G/F G G F F G G/F G G G F C F
Ht. Yr. 6-2 Fr. 6-3 Fr. 6-5 So. 6-2 So. 6-4 So. 6-3 Fr. 6-6 Jr. 6-7 Jr. 6-7 So. 6-3 Sr. 6-5 Fr. 6-2 Jr. 6-2 Jr. 6-0 Fr. 6-5 Sr. 6-8 So. 6-6 Jr.
TRINITY CHRISTIAN 2013-14 Record: 9-21. Head coach: Brandon Nicol. Assistant coaches: Trey Clarkson, Joshua Coldagelli, Christian Perry. • Who’s gone: Ezekiel Odonkor, C; Jake Van Den Berg, F; Evan Pratt, G. • Who’s back: Jared Jones, G, So. (17.3 ppg, 2.1 apg, 114 3-point FGs, 45 FG Pct., 87 FT Pct.); Joe Hehir, G, So. (10.8 ppg, 2.1 apg, 48 FG Pct., 77 FT Pct.); Cody Rhorer, G, Sr. (8.8 ppg, 3.4 rpg, 2.1 apg); Trey Johnson, C, So. (23 blocks); Ryan Tubbs, G, So. (2.3 apg); Logan Vos, G/F, Sr.; Corey Bulthuis, G, So.; Marcus Devers, F, Sr.; Jalen Walker, G, So.; David Buffham, G, Jr. • Who’s new: Jonathan Zandstra, G, Fr.; Aaron Johnson, G, Fr.; Caleb Jonkman, G/F, Fr.; Austin Holcomb, F/C. Jr.; Ben Brinks, C, Fr. • Outlook: Maybe for the Trolls the fourth time will be the charm. Their third year under coach Brandon Nicol was disappointing in a pure win-loss sense as two fewer victories were collected than in 2012-13. Maintaining stability on the roster has been part of Trinity Christian’s problem, but that won’t be an issue this season. While the departure of Ezekiel Odonkor and Jake Van Den Berg thins out the frontcourt ranks, 6-foot-8 freshman Ben Brinks and 6-6 junior transfer Austin Holcomb (Olivet Nazarene University) should soften the blow of their exits. Also on hand is 6-5 Trey Johnson, an athletic sophomore who recorded 23 blocked shots in 13 games last winter, and senior Marcus Devers. The strength of this year’s roster, however, is the guard position. Not only are a lot of Trolls listed at that spot, but there’s some definite quality attached to the quantity. Foremost among the group is sophomore Jared Jones, who burst onto the collegiate scene in a big way and could be recognized as one of the better players to ever come through the Trinity program by the time he has completed his career. The sharpshooting Iowa native quickly asserted himself and wound up as the national leader in 3-point baskets per game (3.8) in NAIA Division II. Jones deposited a total of 114 3-balls — second-best in the country — while averaging a team-high 17.3 points per contest. Postseason
honors included selection as an All-North Central Region player by the National Christian College Athletic Association, being named the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference Freshman of the Year and chosen an All-CCAC honorable mention. Fellow sophomore Joe Hehir is an able accomplice for Jones after shooting 48 percent and averaging 10.8 points per game as a freshman. Two other individuals likely to log a fair amount of playing time in the backcourt are senior Cody Rhorer and sophomore Ryan Tubbs, who started 23 games between them a year ago and combined to dish out an average of nearly 4½ assists per contest. Rhorer also dropped in almost nine points a game. Vying for minutes as well will be sophomores Corey Bulthuis and Jalen Walker, junior David Buffham and senior Logan Vos, a golfer who is coming off a national tournament-qualifying season this fall. A similar destination isn’t being predicted for the basketball squad, but things should nevertheless be looking up. In addition to having more known commodities on hand, the Trolls’ cause will be aided by a nonconference schedule that has lightened up on the number of top-25 opponents. Obviously, danger always lurks in the CCAC thanks to the presence of such perennial stalwarts as Robert Morris, St. Xavier and Cardinal Stritch universities, but even in lean times Trinity hasn't been overwhelmed too often by league foes. Nicol, who brings a 31-62 coaching ledger with him into the 2014-15 campaign, is optimistic about what’s in store for the Trolls. He expects a competitive level of play from the get-go because of greater depth and the fact that so many of his game-tested athletes are still young enough to keep improving. • Coach’s comments: “We have the potential to do very well and it is going to be exciting to see what we can accomplish. We should do well and are also building toward banner years in the near future. “With the number of returners we have, we are already ahead of where we started last year. We can build on the key returners and balance out the team with our new talent.” — Nicol.
Trinity Christian No. Name 3 Joe Hehir 10 Ryan Tubbs 15 Cody Rhorer 20 Jalen Walker 21 Jared Jones 22 Jonathan Zandstra 23 Aaron Johnson 24 Corey Bulthuis 30 Logan Vos 32 David Buffham 35 Caleb Jonkman 40 Austin Halcomb 45 Marcus Devers 50 Trey Johnson 51 Ben Brinks
Pos. G G G G G G G G G/F G G/F F/C F C C
Trinity sports report
Four Trolls move on to cross country nationals By Amy Strong It was pretty much business as usual for Trinity Christian College at Saturday's Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference cross country meet. Just as they have the entire season the Trolls made their presence felt. That was especially true on the women's side, where the trio of Anna Bos, Jessica Disselkoen and Ashley Jourdan all performed well enough to qualify for the NAIA National Championship. Bos, in fact, set the winning pace for 117 competitors at Wing Park Course in Elgin by completing the 5K race in 18 minutes, 19.72 seconds. In becoming the first conference champion in program history Bos reached the chute four seconds ahead of her closest pursuer. She'll run at the NAIA meet for the fourth year in a row.
Also placing in the top 10 to earn All-CCAC honors and punch their ticket to the national event Nov. 22 in Lawrence, Kansas, were Disselkoen (18:38.70) and Jourdan (19:01.12), who were fifth and 10th, respectively. Disselkoen, who also made the trip to Lawrence a year ago, was less than a full second out of the No. 4 position. Behind that trio Trinity was fourth in the team standings.
Also representing the Trolls at conference were Kasey Zaremba (41st), Leah VanTol (43rd), Monica Czajkowski (70th) and Andrea Sanchez (75th). Moving on for Trinity's men was Cody Velthuizen, who clocked a 26:13.32 over 8K. The time equaled his career low and placed Velthuizen 14th among 132 competitors. Michael Potter was the second Troll across the finish line as he was 32nd in 27:10.43. Also landing in the top 50 was Alex Clark, whose 27:53.16 effort was good for 46th. Trinity was fourth as a team. Completing the Trolls' lineup were Tyrell Natewa (59th), Mark Bohdan (69th), Sam DeKryger (91st) and Joshua Whitten (107th). Trinity's qualifiers will take part in the National Christian College Athletic Association National Championship Saturday in
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Houghton, N.Y. WOMEN'S SOCCER A first-round loss to No. 6-seeded University of St. Francis halted the Trolls in the CCAC Tournament on Saturday, but Trinity (11-6-2, 8-2-1) still is eligible to compete in the NCCAA Region Tournament. Specific dates for tourney play had yet to be determined at the beginning of this week. USF scored once in the second half to claim a 2-1 victory in the quarterfinal match. Liceth Robles accounted for both of the Fighting Saints' markers, the winner coming in the 77th minute. Her first tally, in the 29th minute, was assisted by Alex Truhar, who had gotten a free kick. The lead lasted just four minutes as Trinity took advantage of its own free-kick situation. Kayla Diemer finished off Brooke El(Continued on page 7)
Anna Bos
Ht. Yr. 6-1 So. 6-2 So. 6-1 Sr. 5-11 So. 6-2 So. 6-0 Fr. 6-1 Fr. 6-1So. 6-3 Sr. 6-0 Jr. 6-3 Fr. 6-6 Jr. 6-3 Sr. 6-5 So. 6-8 Fr.
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Thursday, November 13, 2014 The Regional News - The Reporter
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL PREVIEW
Moraine Valley College women’s team MORAINE VALLEY 2013-14 Record: 22-11. Head coach: Delwyn Jones. Assistant coaches: Sean Mackey, Natalina Cifaldi. • Who’s gone: Maggie Yandel, G/F; Katie McGann, G; Jamilla Jones, F; Ashley Cunningham, G; Amber Hunter, C. • Who’s back: Nariman Jaber, C, So. (131 blocks); Shavonne Lewis, G, So.; Megan Beckow, G, So.; Colleen Kull, C, So.; Nicole Maloney, G, So. • Who’s new: Rachel Ruzevich, G/F, So.; Kate Patnett, F, Fr.; Carly Trinley, G, So.; Kailey Foster, G, Fr.; Duneya Shatat, F, Fr.; Sharnita Breeze, F, Fr.; McKayla Smith, F, Fr.; Anita Robinson, G, Fr.; Jessica Chaput, F, Fr.; Katie Bass, F, Fr.; Jonie Nard, F, Fr. • Outlook: While Moraine’s men are hoping for the best this season, the Cyclones women are expecting it. That’s not surprising seeing as how the ladies were one victory away from winning the Region IV title and securing a berth in the national tournament last spring following a second-place finish in the ISCC. A few members of that high-achieving squad have departed, but some important pieces remain — enough to where Moraine players and 15th-year coach Delwyn Jones can again plan realistically and create lofty goals. The Cyclones’ biggest returnee, both in actual size and importance, is 6-foot-3 Nariman Jaber, one of the nation’s premier shot blockers. She totaled a school-record 131 as a freshman, which ranked second in the country in National Junior College Athletic Association Division II. Jaber, who should become Moraine’s career leader in blocks this season, has developed a short jump-hook shot that will make her more effective on the offensive end. She had a combined 19 points — plus 26 rebounds — in the Cyclones’ first two contests. Speaking of offense, making Moraine’s attack go will be sophomore Shavonne “Bonnie” Lewis, a player Jones calls the best passer he has seen in his coaching tenure and the region’s top point guard. Lewis, who also is a strong defender, suffered an ankle sprain in her second game but doesn’t figure to be sidelined for long.
Before she went down Lewis — a right-hander who learned to shoot with her other hand during the offseason — tallied 17 points in 16 minutes in the season-opener. Other veterans Jones will turn to are Evergreen Park product Megan Beckow, Oak Lawn alum Nicole Maloney and 6-foot center Colleen Kull. Maloney specializes in the 3-point shot while Beckow, who also plays softball at Moraine, is a good finisher around the hoop. Kull gives the Cyclones an additional presence down low and can take some pressure off Jaber. Versatile Rachel Ruzevich, who possesses good energy and a high basketball IQ, has the ability to fill almost any position. The Sandburg grad is a good shooter and steady on defense. Kailey Foster, Sharnita Breeze (22 points in her collegiate debut) and Duneya Shatat all can score from beyond the arc, and the volleyball-playing trio of 6-foot Kate Patnett, Jessica Chaput and Carly Trinley will try to positively impact the Cyclones as well. Moraine should be in the hunt for another ISCC championship, and if the new players can seamlessly mesh with the older ones before too much time elapses perhaps a great deal more than that. • Coach’s comments: “I think we have a solid team this year. We have well-above-average individual defensive players. If we come together as a unit, we’ll be tough [because] our defense is so good collectively it’ll be tough to score against us. “I think we can win with our defense alone, plus Nariman is our biggest shot blocker. As in the past, we have a great shot at conference and region championships this season.” — Jones.
Moraine Valley No. Name 10 Carly Trinley 11 Shavonne Lewis 12 Kailey Foster 13 Anita Robinson 14 Sharnita Breeze 15 Nariman Jaber 20 Rachel Ruzevich 21 Megan Beckow 22 Jonie Nard 23 Duneya Shatat 25 McKayla Smith 30 Colleen Kull 31 Kate Patnett 32 Nicole Maloney 33 Jessica Chaput 34 Katie Bass
Runners
Pos. G G G G F F/C G/F G F F F C F G F F
Ht. Yr. 5-6 So. 5-6 So. 5-8 Fr. 5-7 Fr. 5-10 Fr. 6-3 So. 5-10 So. 5-7 So. 5-8 Fr. 5-8 Fr. 5-10 Fr. 6-0 So. 6-0 Fr. 5-8 So. 5-11 Fr. 5-10 Fr.
four-second improvement over his time at Midlothian — a 2.98-mile course compared to (Continued from page 1) Detweiller’s 3.0 circuit — each was the experience of the Red of the five Red Devils runners Devils at Detweiller earlier in was faster than the week bethe year, plus their outlook af- fore. Griffin Gartner, the fourth ter having been stung by their of Hinsdale’s top five, was 24 sectional defeat. At Midlothian seconds faster. Meadows Sandburg’s top six Improvement at the state runners outpaced all but one finals, when adrenalin and Hinsdale Central man. emotion combine, is almost “We ran this course in [the] standard among the better runFirst to the Finish [meet] early ners, but all of Sandburg’s top in the season and we basically five were slower. They ran as simulated the same thing,” said a pack, as planned, but that sophomore Blake Evertsen, the pack went backwards. only Red Devil to place ahead of Brennan was three seconds Sandburg at Midlothian. “Keep slower (14:54 compared to 14:51 the pack tight, make sure we at Midlothian), Burzinski, at have contact with everyone. We 14:57, was a second off his knew if everyone ran to his previous pace and Torpy ran potential we could walk away 15 minutes flat after clocking with it. a 14:55 previously. Torpy’s “They killed us at sectionals, brother Sean crossed the line brought their ‘A’ game. We knew in 15:02 compared to 14:54 and after that performance we were Martin Skucas was a second off going to have to step it up that his 15:04 pace at the Meadows. much more. We learned they The Eagles’ pack time — wanted it just as much as we the difference between the did.” first and fifth runners — was Thus motivated Hinsdale 11 seconds while Hinsdale’s Central turned heat into was 25 seconds. But Evertsen speed. Starting with Evertsen’s (14:40), Josh Feldman (14:50,
St. Xavier University women’s team ST. XAVIER 2013-14 Record: 27-6. Head coach: Bob Hallberg. Assistant coaches: Barry Shaw, Jay Battles, Chrissy Heine. • Who’s gone: Jordan Brandt, G; Niara Harris, G; Chrissy Heine, F. • Who’s back: Morgan Stuut, F, Sr. (20.6 ppg, 12.9 rpg); Suzie Broski, G, Sr. (14.5 ppg, 4.0 rpg); Caitlin McMahon, C, Jr. (6.6 ppg, 6.2 rpg); Maloree Johnson, G, Sr. (4.4 ppg, 2.6 apg); Sidney Prasse, G, So. (4.6 ppg, 1.2 apg); Margaret Wildner, F, Sr. (3.0 ppg, 2.1 rpg); Mikayla Leyden, G, So. (3.7 ppg, 2.2 rpg); Revi McMahon, G, So.; Meaghan McMahon, F, So. • Who’s new: Casey McMahon, G, Fr.; Brittany Collins, C, Fr.; Kara Krolicki, G, Fr.; Tomei Ball, G, Fr. • Outlook: Looking for a sure thing? Life doesn’t offer many other than death, taxes and governmental ineptitude. The sports world is filled with uncertainty, too, except for one thing: Bank on St. Xavier University to reach the NAIA women’s basketball tournament each spring. The Cougars haven’t yet captured a national title, but it should be just a matter of time before that changes. After all, SXU has qualified for the 32-team tourney 12 years in a row as both a member of Division I and Division II — and the 2014-15 version of the Cougars may wind up being the best club veteran coach Bob Hallberg has produced since the program’s inception. Graduation robbed SXU of only three players, and while they combined to average about 20 points per game the Cougars can easily make up for that shortage. A loaded roster starts with senior forward Morgan Stuut, a three-time NAIA All-American (two first-team selections) and two-time Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference Player of the Year. Stuut, who was one of four finalists for national Player of the Year honors and also received All-America status for her academics, could be SXU’s finest female player to date. Her primary sidekick once again will be senior guard Suzie Broski, a two-time All-CCAC pick and formidable perimeter shooter. However, quality depth is what separates this group of Cougars from past contingents — not only can Hallberg call upon several other veterans for help but his quartet of freshman recruits features some potential difference-makers as well.
Trinity Christian College women’s team
At 6 feet junior Caitlin McMahon is an interior presence for SXU, and she and Stuut should both benefit from the arrival of 6-footer Brittany Collins, Maine West’s career scoring leader (2,053 points) who averaged 24 points per contest as a prep senior. Senior Margaret Wildner and sophomore Meaghan McMahon will provide solid support wherever needed. In addition to Broski the Cougars’ backcourt includes returnees Sidney Prasse and Mikayla Leyden, both of whom spent the early portion of last season rehabbing ACL injuries and were slow to acclimate to the college game. Prasse, however, has since shown how comfortable she’s become — in SXU’s 2014-15 season-opener her 3-point basket in the closing seconds enabled it to upset defending NAIA Division II champion University of St. Francis (Ind.), which went unbeaten a year ago. Senior Maloree Johnson and sophomore Revi McMahon are also part of the guard rotation. Others vying for time will be freshmen Casey McMahon, Revi’s sister who is Stagg’s career leader in 3-point baskets, and Kara Krolicki, another longrange threat who was named to the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association All-State third team in her final year at Lincoln-Way East. Former Glenbard South standout Tomei Ball rounds out the roster. Hallberg, who has won 932 games as a college coach and is 354-107 in 14 seasons in charge of SXU’s women’s program, is not given to hyperbole when it comes to evaluating his teams. So when he says he has to “guard against overconfidence” heading into this season, you know the Cougars — who were sixth in the NAIA coaches’ preseason poll — should be a force with which to reckon this winter. • Coach’s comments: “In my 15 seasons here this team definitely has the potential to be one of the strongest yet. We have more outside shooting, height and depth than I think we have ever had. “We have another very tough schedule and our conference is always challenging, but I think we have the personnel in place to have a very memorable year. The girls are hungry to prove the Cougars are a premier team in the NAIA and we have a senior class that wants to end their careers on a very high note, so I’m very optimistic about the prospects for this season.” — Hallberg.
St. Xavier No. Name 00 Casey McMahon 1 Meaghan McMahon 3 Sidney Prasse 5 Tomei Ball 10 Morgan Stuut 11 Maloree Johnson 12 Kara Krolicki 20 Caitlin McMahon 21 Margaret Wildner 22 Suzie Broski 25 Revi McMahon 30 Brittany Collins 33 Mikayla Leyden 16 seconds faster than at sectional) and Chris Brenk (14:50, 18 seconds faster) finished in eighth, 14th and 17th place, respectively, before Brennan started the Sandburg parade in 22nd. Burzinski (24th) and Torpy (27th) were next down the chute for the Eagles. The difference in placements for Hinsdale’s top three and Sandburg’s was 34, the margin of victory for the Red Devils. Hinsdale scored 104 points to the Eagles’ 138, with Lyons Township (180) third. “We weren’t being cocky,” Chris Torpy said. “Everything was in place for us to race. At the beginning it hurt us. We just didn’t execute. “We had some goals [from the start of the season], and one of the goals was to win the thing. We knew we had the guys to; we’d only lost two seniors from our [top] seven last year. We just wanted to improve with the guys returning. “But we’re grateful for this. We were healthy to run. Even though we didn’t win we still got an opportunity to do this and place the highest in school
Pos. G F G G F G G C F G G C G
Ht. Yr. 5-7 Fr. 5-11 So. 5-8 So. 5-9 Fr. 5-10 Sr. 5-7 Sr. 5-7 Fr. 6-0 Jr. 5-10 Sr. 5-10 Sr. 5-6 So. 6-0 Fr. 5-8 So.
TRINITY CHRISTIAN 2013-14 Record: 7-22. Head coach: Reggie Chapple. Assistant coaches: Amanda Learned, Joshua Edwards. • Who’s gone: Brooke Bambrick, G; Simona Sidaugaite, G; Cali Vink, G; Sara Losacco, G; Kaila TenHaken, F. • Who’s back: Allie Paluchniak, G, Jr. (9.2 ppg, 5.1 rpg, 2.1 apg, 81 FT Pct.); Caitlin Cody, F, Sr. (13.2 ppg, 8.0 rpg,); Holly Boetsma, G, Jr. (8.7 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 36 3-point FG Pct.); Erynn Schuh, G, Sr. (7.9 ppg, 5.9 rpg); Rebecca DeHahn, G, Sr. (5.0 ppg, 6.2 rpg); Olivia Schipper, F, Jr.; Kelli LeGrand, G, So.; Kari LeGrand, G, Sr.; • Who’s new: Katie Moran, G, Fr.; Celina Wanta, F, Fr.; Maria Reinhard, G, Fr.; Bethany Jansma, G, Fr.; Lauren Stokes, G, Fr.; Kara Cunningham, G, Fr.; Kelsie Foster, G, Fr. • Outlook: Under normal circumstances a 7-22 record would not offer much reason for enthusiasm, but those weren’t the conditions in which the Trolls operated two years ago. Then-rookie coach Reggie Chapple and his players endured a nightmarish season, one in which Trinity was frequently on the wrong end of decisive outcomes. From those ashes, however, rose a team that not only won four more games and lost six fewer but was far more competitive on a nightly basis. And the improvement wasn’t of the smoke-and-mirrors variety — one area in which the Trolls truly excelled was rebounding. They ranked eighth nationally in NAIA Division II in boards per game and forward Caitlin Cody was Trinity’s top gun both on the glass (8.0 rpg) and in scoring average (13.2 ppg), an effort that netted her All-National Christian College Athletic Association honorable mention and all-region status. Joining her as an honorable-mention member of the latter unit was junior Allie Paluchiniak, who may be the Trolls’ best all-around performer. Those two are the cornerstones of this year’s squad, but Chapple also has two other returning starters in guards Holly Boetsma and Rebecca DeHaan, who between them averaged more than 15 points and 10 rebounds per outing. Another veteran who should help is guard Erynn Schuh, who again had her arrival delayed by volleyball but will provide Trinity with an unselfish style borne of her work
as a setter on the other court. Also seeking playing time will be senior Kari LeGrand, her sophomore sister Kelli and 5-11 junior Olivia Schipper, who’ll supply the Trolls with more interior size. Although there are plenty of game-tested options available to Chapple, they don’t represent the full extent of Trinity’s arsenal. Interest in Trolls basketball is strong enough that he is fielding an 11-player JV team and was able to recruit some freshmen who could have an immediate impact. Included among the latter bunch are Kankakee Valley High School products Bethany Jansma and Lauren Stokes, both of whom were two-time all-conference selections at the Wheatfield, Ind., institution. Jansma’s senior-year stats included averages of 14.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 2.3 steals, while Stokes checked in with 13.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.5 steals and 3.4 assists. Kelsie Foster earned All-SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue recognition at Lincoln-Way East after averaging 18.2 points and 3.6 rebounds per contest and Celina Wanta (10.0 ppg, 6.0 rpg) was a second-team all-league choice out of West Bend High School in Indiana. There are many ingredients to blend, but Chapple appears to have the Trolls headed in the right direction. Three seasons into his college coaching career he carried a ledger 17 games over .500, so Chapple knows a little something about leading a team to success. He may not get Trinity over the break-even mark this year, but Chapple’s goal doesn’t only involve the here and now. If some more victories can be pocketed and the forward movement continue, he’ll be content, knowing that even better days should soon be in the offing. • Coach’s comments: “This season we will solidify the foundation that the core returners have worked hard to build. It will be good to see those upperclassmen enjoy the fruits of their labor and have the new players learn from them and grow into leaders in their own right. “We will rely on our returners with their experience. However the new group of players will challenge them and may break into the starting lineup. The combination of the veteran and rookie talent will make a strong impact this year.” — Chapple.
Trinity Christian No. Name 5 Katie Moran 10 Kelli LeGrand 11 Allie Paluchniak 14 Kari LeGrand 15 Celina Wanta 20 Maria Reinhard 21 Bethany Jansma 22 Lauren Stokes 23 Holly Boetsma 24 Kara Cunningham 25 Rebecca DeHaan 31 Caitlin Cody 33 Erynn Schuh 42 Kelsie Foster 45 Olivia Schipper
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history.” O’Malley took some solace that his runners came back in the latter half of the race. “At the half-mile mark I thought we were done,” he said. “Our first guy was about 90th place. So they worked their way back, but it was too much to make up.” Of the top five only Burzinski doesn’t return. Sixth and seventh men Max Lehnhardt (43rd, 15:08) and Brandon Lukas (44th, 15:11) also come back, which bodes well for 2015. Individually, Shepard’s Caleb Washington (14:59) took 36th in 3A. In the girls’ 3A race, Maryclare Leonard of Marist earned all-state recognition by finishing 10th (17:06). Sandburg’s Casey Jensen was 92nd (18:10). Chicago Christian’s girls’ team took 18th in 2A, led by freshman Allie Boss (19:48) and senior Breanna Kooiman (20:03). In boys’ 2A, Matt Przeslicke of Evergreen Park was 65th Photo by Jeff Vorva overall (15:39), while Richards’ Marist’s Maryclare Leonard, No. 542, running in the sectional, Jason Mallo was 106th (16:05) wound up 10th among Class 3A female runners at Saturday’s and Mike Rores 129th (16:14). state meet in Peoria.
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Gorman earns All-America status in cross country By Maura Vizza Talk about your fairy-tale endings. Aileen Gorman scripted the perfect conclusion to an outstanding two-year running career at Moraine Valley College. She truly saved her best for last, not to mention the biggest stage. After helping the Cyclones win Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference and Region IV team championships the week before, Gorman and the rest of Moraine's female cross country athletes participated in the National Junior College Athletic Association Division I Championship Saturday at Shadow Hills Golf Course in Lubbock, Texas. While the Cyclones' 24thplace finish in a 36-team field was certainly noteworthy, it got overshadowed by Gorman's individual effort. The Marist grad established a school-record time for 5K and with it placed high enough to be accorded All-America status. Gorman covered the distance in 19 minutes, 11 seconds, which landed her in the 36th position among 274 competitors. Gorman, a two-time all-conference and all-region selection, is Moraine's first All-American runner since both cross country programs were reinstated in 2000. She was making her second consecutive appearance in the national event. “We are so excited for her,” Cyclones coach Mark Horstmeyer said. “We thought she had a shot at earning All-American. "I was counting places at the three-mile mark and Coach [Dimitri] Dimizas was counting at the finish, and we both had her in the top 40, which is All-American. We are extremely proud of her.” Also enabling Moraine to square its team finish with its standing in the national rankings were Amy Miller (157th in 21:02), Crystal Flores (164th, 21:06), Abby Correa (169th, 21:10) and Jackie Navarette (170th, 21:11), whose nine-second separation was exactly the kind of pack running Horstmeyer wanted to see. “We couldn’t be more pleased for our 'pack,'" he said. “We challenged them not to rest on their conference and region laurels because they still had more work to do, and they responded with their best effort of the year. What a place to do it. What’s exciting is that Amy, Crystal, Abby, Jackie, and Sarah [McCann] are freshmen, so the future looks bright.” McCann was 199th in 21:44 and Jessica Flores occupied the 213th spot after completing her second national race in 22:09. “Jess has had to deal with injuries her two years here and has battled through them to help her team win championships and compete at nationals," Horstmeyer said. "I couldn’t be happier for her that she finishes her Moraine Valley career on such a high note.” *** Three Cyclones men from the cross also wrapped up their 2014 season at the national meet. Dawid Palac led the trio across the windy 8K course by clocking a 28:39, which was good for 149th place. He was followed down the chute by Yousef Khazneh (171st in 29:08) and Anthony Briante (178th, 29:15). There were 222 finishers. The three-man contingent earned their spots in the national championship by racing to
All-Region IV Division I berths on Oct. 25. Palac has been a national qualifier twice. The meet was the lst for both him and Briante as Moraine athletes. “I told Dawid and Anthony af-
ter the meet that I know they were not happy with their place or time, but they have made their school, coaches and teammates very proud," Horstmeyer said. "They have worked hard for two years and the results are evident. Very few student-athletes have this experience, and once their disappointment wears off they’ll know how special this was for them. “I thanked them both for the impact and contributions they have made as Moraine Valley runners. Coach Dimizas and I are extremely pleased to have had the opportunity to work with them for two years. They will definitely contribute at the next level." Horstmeyer is glad to have Khazneh returning to the Cyclones in 2015. "We are excited for what Yousef will bring to the program next year," Horstmeyer said. "He has championship experience and he will know what he has to do to prepare. The sky’s the limit for him.” VOLLEYBALL The Cyclones nabbed their 20th win of the year and advanced to the NJCAA Region IV semifinals last Monday after beating Triton College 25-21, 25-16, 25-12. Moraine had also defeated Triton in September, but the rematch required more work on the Cyclones' part. Alex Bojan (nine kills, one solo block, two assisted blocks), Brynn Flannery (eight kills) and Allison Nash (seven) were all forces along the net for Moraine, while Carly Trinley (five kills, 20 assists, 12 digs) and Carolyn Yerkes (20 digs, four assists, four service aces, 2.85 serve-receive percentage). *** After two years of advancing to the national tournament, the Cyclones wound up two victories shy of a third straight trip. Black Hawk College-East knocked Moraine out of the postseason by administering a 25-19, 25-17, 2523 setback last Wednesday. Playing well for the Cyclones in their final match of the fall were Flannery (10 kills, six digs, two block assists), Jessica Chaput (eight kills, two block assists), Bojan (eight kills, three block assists), Kayla Manthei (four kills, 17 digs, 2.80 serve-receive percentage), Nash (three kills, one block assist, four digs, one ace), Amanda Host (21 assists, two block assists, seven digs), Yerkes (18 digs, two aces, 2.63 serve-receive percentage) and Trinley (11 assists, three digs). Trinley left the match early because of injury. WOMEN'S SOCCER Playing Waubonsee College is never an easy task and the Cyclones hit their biggest roadblock in the Region IV semifinals last Tuesday when they went up
against the Chiefs. Moraine fell 5-0 to a team that has averaged 5.1 goals per match this season. Cyclones keeper Diana Lozano was superb in the nets despite Waubonsee's scoring as she was credited with a whopping 26 saves. With a goal to improve over last year’s results, the Cyclones did that and then some in 2014. Finishing overall at 10-8 (4-3 in the ISCC) was progress over last year’s 6-7-1 overall and 2-3-1 conference records. Moraine hosted a first-round region playoff match by finishing in the top four, both of which it haven’t done since 2009. Unlike in previous seasons the Cyclones also boasted a bursting roster that numbered nearly two-dozen members.. “The numbers were fantastic — I hope we build on that,” said coach Jim Knawa, who finished up his 10th season. “Overall it was a pretty good season. And we didn’t lose a step all year because we had a really strong bench.” With the usual injuries players filled positions where needed. The only hiccup was a rotating goalkeeper — the Cyclones had six different ones, most of them field players not used to being stationed between the pipes. Lozano finally stepped up and played most of the way the latter half of the season. Alyssa Braun was the leading scorer with 18 goals and was named to the All-NJCAA Region IV second team and ISCC first team. Maggie Hacker earned second-team All-ISCC honors after tallying seven times. Defensive standouts included Kortnie Hanold, Xitlaly Mandujano, Katie Gribbon, Denise Ruiz, Samantha Reyes, Esmerelda Padilla and Alexis Delgado. Hanold and Padilla were chosen for the all-region and all-conference first teams, Delgado to both second teams. The Cyclones shut out seven teams but were whitewash victims five times themselves, which demonstrated their hot-and-cold nature. But overall the squad played well and the Cyclones could return 10 players next year, so things are looking up. “We lost to strong teams this year and we need to — and want to — get to that level and compete with those powerful programs like Waubonsee and Lake County," Knawa said. "We’re going in the right direction." MEN'S BASKETBALL There was a flat start to the Cyclones’ game last Tuesday and Moraine was unable to make up sufficient ground as it absorbed an 83-56 defeat against Triton College. Paulius Ostruskevicius led the way with 13 points and four rebounds for the Cyclones. Vicpatrick Harris (12 points, four rebounds) and Sandburg alum Niko Cahue (10 points, four rebounds) were other notables. *** Moraine displayed more fight on Saturday versus Danville Area Community College but still not enough to prosper. Brian Townsend (17 points, five rebounds, two steals) and DJ Deere (16 points, four assists, two steals) were the Cyclones' ringleaders in an 89-77 loss. Also supplying help for Moraine were Ermias Nega (10 points, three rebounds) and Cahue (nine points, five rebounds).
Richards High School will host its first alumni basketball game on Saturday at 11 a.m. Freshman, sophomore and varsity inter-squad scrimmages are scheduled to follow. Also included will be a canned-food drive to support Pilgrim Faith church, which serves as a homeless shelter and soup kitchen. For more information, call 499-2550.
SPBL seeking players
The Southside Pony Baseball League is seeking players aged 13 and 14 for the 2015 season. Players must be in grades 7-9 as of May 1. All games will be played at the Spartan Athletic Complex in Oak Lawn. The season runs April through June. For more information, email pony@oaklawnbaseball.com. To register, go to www.oaklawnbaseball.com.
Palos Stampede 13U team looking for players
Palos Stampede Baseball’s 13U team is looking for two Gold-level players to fill out its roster for the 2015 season. Pitching experience is a plus. Players must be 13 years of age by May 1. Winter workouts begin in ear-
ly January. The Stampede play a competitive schedule that includes appearances in several tournaments, including one outof-town event, and their main goal is preparing players for high school baseball. For more information or a private tryout, contact Dan Szykowny at 906-7148 or dannyszy@ yahoo.com.
Online registration for Oak Lawn baseball, softball
Oak Lawn Baseball and Softball is currently conducting online registration and accepting payment for the 2015 spring season. Registration in both sports is open to players aged 5-18. Visit www.oaklawnbaseball.com.
Moraine looking for basketball alumni
Moraine Valley College is reaching out to its former basketball players. In celebration of the school’s new basketball courts and Health, Fitness and Recreation Center, the Cyclones are inviting anyone who has played for either the men’s or women’s hoops program over the past 35 years to attend a basketball doubleheader on Jan. 17. The first game will begin at 1 p.m. and a reception will be held at the conclusion of the second contest. In addition, athletic director
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(Continued from page 1) been there and done that,” said Richards coach Tony Sheehan, whose club reached the 6A final a year ago. “You’re facing the cream of the crop, but some of these guys I don’t think the nerves get to them. That’s the attitude of our kids — they love playing together and there’s no panic.” There definitely wasn’t any against Lincoln-Way West, even after the Warriors stretched their lead out shortly before halftime on a 14-yard Connor Lowmanto-Joe Shirley completion. Adam Knerr accounted for Lincoln-Way West’s other first-half touchdowns on runs of 1 and 2 yards. “They’re a [darn] good football team,” Sheehan said of the Warriors. “That offensive line — I could put this one right up there with Batavia’s last year and Lemont’s two years ago with [current LSU player Ethan] Pocic. And Lincoln-Way West's got a lot of sophomores and juniors [in its starting lineup]. “I hope they go back down to [Class] 5A because I do not want to see them again. They are going to be dangerous. Plain and simple, we got out of there and survived.” They did so through a combination of Muhammad-Rogers’ marksmanship, a bevy of bigplay receivers and a bend-butdon’t-break defense. The latter featured Ramonta Hill (12 tackles), Anthony Quinn (eight), Kevin Thompson (six), Roque Castro (six) and Kenny Spey (sack) in starring roles. As for Muhammad-Rogers, he completed 16-of-25 passes and hooked up with Ryan Willett (17 yards), Pat Doyle (65 yards), Spencer Tears (57 yards) and Romeo Johnson (80 yards) in addition to Boykin for TDs. “He played like an all-state quarterback,” Sheehan said. “He threw some really nice balls and he led us. He had a lot of family there and it was a pretty good birthday for him.” Willett’s score came in response to Knerr’s initial touchdown and Doyle’s countered for Richards just 48 second after Knerr crossed the goal line a second time. “In the back of your mind you thought it could possibly be like this,” Sheehan said, referring to the contest’s high-scoring start. “Luckily we were answering them. We’ve got a special group of seniors and they rose to the occasion.” Richards narrowly missed out on another scoring chance right before intermission. After reaching the Warriors’ 7-yard line, two sacks kept the Bulldogs outside Lincoln-Way West’s end zone and allowed the home team to carry an eight-point edge into the break. Bill Finn will name Moraine’s “If we punch that in, we’re getting all-decade teams. For more in- the ball back with momentum [on formation, call 974-5727 or email the second-half kickoff],” Sheehan NagelM3@morainevalley.edu.
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Richards linebacker Anthony Quinn (right) and defensive back Kevin Thompson join forces to bring down Lincoln-Way West running back Adam Knerr Saturday afternoon in New Lenox.
U.S. Baseball Academy returning to Oak Lawn
U.S. Baseball Academy, which operates a national network of affordable hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and base-running camps for players in grades 1-12, will be returning to Oak Lawn High School for a winter session. The session is scheduled to run Jan. 4-Feb. 15 under the direction of Spartans head coach Bill Gerny. Registration is now underway at www.USBaseballAcademy.com and will conclude approximately six weeks before the beginning of the session, although last year’s camp filled up before that. For more information, visit the website or call 1-866-622-4487.
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Pat Doyle has plenty of open space as he scores Richards’ second touchdown Saturday afternoon at Lincoln-Way West on a 65-yard reception. The Bulldogs’ 34-27 victory advanced them into the Class 6A quarterfinals against Lemont. said. “That could have been the one that got away.” It wasn’t. Richards’ defense became more active over the final 24 minutes and refused to let the Warriors pick up where they left off in the opening half. The biggest sequence followed Tears’ game-tying TD reception. Lincoln-Way West drove down to the Bulldogs’ 20 but was unable to convert a fourth-and-3 play. Then to compound the Warriors’ misery Johnson was off to the races on Richards’ next play after hauling in a Muhammad-Rogers aerial. “That was kind of huge,” Sheehan said of both the touchdown and defensive stand. “We had to run with the momentum and we made the plays when we needed to. [Defensively] we were moving guys around, [getting] more in the gaps and showing different looks. “And I thought they couldn’t match our receivers, so [we needed to] get the ball out there and let them do their stuff. We found some things we could do and we used it.” Boykin’s six-pointer gave the Bulldogs their biggest lead and Muhammad-Rogers added a twopoint conversion by hurdling a defender. Gabe Montalvo’s 2-yard run with 7:49 left gave the Warriors a glimmer of hope, but a march to Richards’ 35 was the best they could do after that. That possession ended on a fourth-down incompletion. While Sheehan readily praised his veterans for their even-keeled demeanor throughout the contest, he joked that maybe it wasn’t so bad that some Bulldogs were relative neophytes in regard to postseason battles.
“Sometimes never being in it [before] isn’t so bad because you don’t know how to react [to the pressure],” Sheehan said with a chuckle. “You just go out and play football.”
Statistics Richards 6 6 14 8 - 34 Lincoln-Way West 6 14 0 7 - 27 First downs Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles/lost Had intercepted Penalties/yds. Punts/avg.
HLR LWW 15 16 73 205 395 201 468 406 25-16 24-17 0-0 0-0 0 0 9-60 5-50 2-35.0 2-32.0
Scoring LWW — Adam Knerr 1 run (kick blocked) HLR — Ryan Willett 17 pass from Hasan Muhammad-Rogers (kick failed) LWW — Knerr 2 run (Adam Pratt kick) HLR — Pat Doyle 65 pass from Muhammad-Rogers (pass failed) LWW — Joe Shirley 14 pass from Connor Lowman (Pratt kick) HLR — Spencer Tears 57 pass from Muhammad-Rogers (Romeo Johnson run) HLR — Johnson 80 pass from Muhammad-Rogers (pass failed) HLR — Romello Boykin 6 pass from Muhammad-Rogers (Muhammad-Rogers run) LWW — Gabe Montalvo 2 run (Pratt kick) Richards Rushing: Muhammad-Rogers 13-49, Johnson 5-21, Willett 1-5, Doyle 1-(-2). Passing: Muhammad-Rogers 2516-395. Receiving: Willett 5-93, Tears 5-84, Boykin 3-41, Johnson 1-80, Doyle 1-65, Bridgewater 1-32.
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(Continued from page 2) senior forward Lorenzo Savino. Simoes converted again in the 30th minute on a header following senior defender Xavier Corona’s free kick. Savino then wrapped up the scoring with an unassisted marker late in the second half. Pfatschbacher and freshman Frank Valle split the netminding duties and made two saves apiece. Pfatschbacher was one of eight seniors recognized by SXU prior to the match. WOMEN’S SOCCER The Cougars didn’t qualify for the women’s conference tournament, so their 1-0 defeat against Robert Morris University last Tuesday night represented the last outing of 2014. The Eagles didn’t break the scoreless tie until the 88th minute when Cindi Chavez knocked in a goal during a scramble in front of the net. SXU (4-11-3, 3-7-1) actually outshot Robert Morris 17-9 and put 12 of its attempts on goal. Sophomore Brittany Kroening took four shots, three of which required saves. Senior keeper Danielle Koncius turned aside five Eagles shots. Koncius was one of seven Cougars seniors honored before the match. MEN’S BASKETBALL Sophomore Kyle Huppe stayed well below the radar during the 2013-14 season, but he made himself known to Cougars fans — and Photos by Jeff Vorva more importantly visiting Silver Amber Casey (7) sets Mother McAuley teammate Kelsey Clark up for a spike during last Tuesday’s Lake College — Sunday afternoon 16-25, 25-20, 25-18 Class 4A sectional-semifinal triumph over Sandburg. by scoring a team-high 16 points and helping SXU notch an 80-71 victory. The win squared the Cougars’ Photo by Tala Baker record at 1-1 as it followed a road Junior forward Tony Core soars toward the basket for St. Xavier (Continued from page 1) loss to Arizona Christian one week University during its Sunday contest against visiting Silver Lake reached the state finals each of earlier. College. the previous two years. Jack Krieger, who coach Tom “The whole match was O’Malley views as his team’s got up by about 24 with seven el College one night later Stuut gut-wrenching,” McAuley coach newest ringleader, chipped in 15 minutes left.” totaled 13 points, 13 rebounds, Jen DeJarld said. “It was the points, seven rebounds and five as- O’Malley had seen signs of the five assists and one steal. toughest match I ever had to sists in a strong all-around effort. Cougars’ potential in an exhibi- Other notable stats were 57 coach. We battled hard but made Freshman Quinn Niego, a Brother tion matchup with NCAA Divi- percent shooting from the floor a lot more unforced errors at the Rice grad, added 12 points and sion I Oakland University, but and a 78 percent success rate at wrong time. We also struggled senior Andre Arrington delivered SXU’s respectable second-half the free-throw line. with our blocking and didn’t 10 points and a team-best eight display didn’t immediately carry *** capitalize when we needed to. rebounds as part of a balanced over to Sunday. Silver Lake raced Stuut certainly didn’t relax af “We had 18-13 and 20-14 leads SXU attack. out to a 15-4 advantage before the ter receiving recognition; instead in Game 1 and we had chances “We’ve got to come back and Cougars righted themselves with she reinforced her reputation by to close out the match numerous re-establish [ourselves],” O’Mal- an 11-0 blitz that was capped by amassing 38 points and 32 retimes in Game 2, only to be done ley said. “It’s just a matter of time Krieger’s layup. bounds at a weekend tournament in by errors down the stretch. We before we can do that.” Junior Stanley Moore, a trans- in Seward, Neb. The No. 6-ranked couldn’t close them out and put The Cougars are without ca- fer from Sauk Valley Community Cougars were only able to earn the match away.” reer scoring leader Brad Karp for College, and freshman Larry Mo- a split, however, at Concordia DeJarld was not pleased with the first time since the 2009-10 tuzis both tossed in nine points University’s 15th annual Cattle three calls that didn’t go the Macs' campaign and O’Malley admitted to add more juice to the SXU Classic. way during the match — two balls there’ll be an adjustment period offense. O’Malley, who guided Handing out a defeat to SXU ruled out of bounds that were for his club. However, the veteran the Cougars’ to a 30-win season (3-1) was the No. 9-ranked host clearly seen on tape to be in and coach may try to compensate for last winter and has had 10 of school, which prevailed 81-64 Fria ball that ricocheted off a Benet Karp’s absence with a group effort his squads qualify for the NAIA day night. The Cougars didn’t player but wasn’t called correctly. rather than a solo act. national tournament, wasn’t sur- have it easy on Saturday, either, “They definitely didn’t cost us “I think we’re probably going prised to see several newcomers but freshman Kara Krolicki’s the match, but they were in critito have a team where nobody step forward. 3-point basket with five seconds cal moments of the match where it plays [an] exceptional [amount “We bring the kids in during remaining in overtime inched certainly didn’t help us," DeJarld of] minutes,” O’Malley said. “We the summer and they see some them past Doane College 92-90. said. "When you lose by two points have three really good freshmen good competition,” O’Malley said. “That was a big shot for a freshin both matches, those wrong calls who should see time.” “Out of our first 10 guys [in the man,” SXU coach Bob Hallberg do stand out. Nothing was going O’Malley also believes Krieger is rotation] we have two seniors and said. “Doane had just gone ahead our way against Benet.” going to be “an exceptional play- two juniors, but [the new guys] on a three-point play. We didn’t DeJarld said that McAuley er,” something he'll welcome in have a pretty good idea of what call a timeout to see if we could struggled to close the block and the post-Karp era. While everyone to expect.” catch them in transition. Mikayla left gaping holes for the Redwings understandably tends to focus on The Cougars will be part of Leyden had the presence of mind to exploit. And even with a state his point total, Karp’s value ex- Trinity Christian College’s an- to get to the top of the key and championship under their belt, tended well beyond the obvious. nual Trolls Classic this weekend. saw Kara standing on the wing. DeJarld felt her girls were un “A lot of things people don’t Along with the two local teams, "We shot the ball real well, but characteristically on edge during realize about Brad Karp is that he the field will also include York we could have played better dethe match. did everything for us,” O’Malley (Neb.) and Clarke (Iowa) colleges. fense. But we’re very happy to “We had shots ricocheting off said. “We’ll miss his rebounding — Ken Karrson be 3-1 and have two wins with our hands and [were] not putas much as his scoring.” WOMEN’S BASKETBALL game-winning shots in the closing ting up the solid blocks," she The Karp-less Cougars broke Senior Morgan Stuut claimed seconds, first by Sydney Prasse said. “There’s a lot of pressure Marist’s Emily Graff digs a Lyons Township shot during last Tues- open a close game by shooting the first CCAC Women’s Basket- and now Kara Krolicki.” to repeat. The girls didn’t play day’s semifinal match in the Class 4A Mother McAuley Sectional. 55 percent from the floor during ball Player of the Week honor fol- Krolicki (17 points, six assists) loose like we did in the section- The RedHawks’ season came to an end with a 19-25, 25-20, the second half. That sparked a lowing the Cougars’ opening week hit the clinching shot, but Stuut al-championship win over Lyons. 25-22 loss. momentum-shifting 20-7 run that of play. Featured among their two was the Cougars’ central figure I know how good these girls can put SXU in command after it had wins was an upset of defending on Saturday as she finished with play and my true team wasn’t Tuesday against Sandburg, but finished with 16 on the evening. led just 37-36 at intermission. NAIA Division II champion Uni- 22 points, 16 rebounds and six it managed to do and claim a Colleen Reilly recorded 10 kills, “For about 10 or 12 minutes versity of St. Francis (Ind.). there against Benet.” assists versus Doane. Suzie Bros While DeJarld has nothing 16-25, 25-20, 25-18 triumph in Lizzie Zaleski totaled 13 digs some of these guys saw what we’re Stuut recorded a pair of dou- ki (19 points) and Leyden (10 and six kills and Allyssa Rizzo capable of doing — we knocked ble-doubles for SXU, including points, four steals) also played but respect for the Redwings, a sectional semifinal. she lamented that arguably the Arundel led the way with had 26 digs for the RedHawks. down some 3s, played some [solid] a 24-point, 12-rebound showing well for SXU. two best teams in the state were 12 kills and nine digs. Other defense and built up the lead,” opposite USF. She augmented Neither club was ever ahead CHICAGO CHRISTIAN not given the opportunity to com- Macs contributors were Ryann O’Malley said. “We played about those numbers with six assists pete in the finals again due to the DeJarld (seven kills, eight digs), The Knights were eliminated 15 minutes of good basketball and and three steals. Against Beth(Continued on page 7) IHSA’s sudden decision to shift Cahill (16 digs), Casey (13 as- from the playoffs last Thursday sists), Jane DeJarld (14 assists), by Tinley Park in the Class brackets. “Benet is a really good team Clark (eight kills) and Caffey 3A Illiana Christian Sectional final. The Titans knocked off — a top-five squad in the coun- (six kills). try," DeJarld said. "The state To hear Coach DeJarld tell Chicago Christian 25-17, 25-23. championship in my observation it, though, Sandburg didn’t get The Knights (30-9) rallied was right there. I feel like the much of a fair shake as far as from a 15-11 deficit in Game 2 to take a 23-21 lead as Anna best four teams are definitely sectional location. not downstate this year. Even “Sandburg should be down- Kamp provided four of her sevour sectional was filled with state,” she said. “They should en kills during the run. Chrishigher-caliber teams than the have been in the Lincoln-Way tian, however, was unable to North bracket and not ours close out Tinley. Leah Kamp previous season. “We’ve been never paired up simply based on geography. (nine kills, four blocks) and with Benet’s sectional before. What was Sandburg doing in Sam Kubik (19 assists) for the So many good teams out there our bracket? And beyond that Knights, who hurt themselves were denied the opportunity to they’re that caliber of a pro- by committing 15 hitting errors. go downstate because they were gram. all paired together in sectionals “You have to ask what the “We just weren’t able to put and supersectionals. It’s very IHSA is thinking. The whole it all together,” Christian coach sectional and supersectional Chrissy Gust said. “The girls unfortunate.” assignment was a slap in the had a great season and worked *** Unlike the match against face — now you have average really hard. They have a lot Benet, DeJarld said her ath- teams and barely-.500 teams to be proud of because they accomplished a lot this year. letes were much looser in last downstate. It’s very sad.” Thursday’s 25-14, 25-15 victory Sami Knight had 19 assists over Lyons that secured for the and nine digs for the Eagles “Coming into the match (32-6), while Leah Lane (nine against Tinley Park they didn’t Macs a sectional title. McAuley scored the first six kills), Julia Borschel (eight) feel prepared as well as they points and nine of the first 11 and Gillian Thanasouras (sev- could have been — and it realas it fired on all pistons with en) were stalwarts at the net. ly wasn’t anything to do with its passing and hitting. Ryann Morgan Kmak scooped 14 digs volleyball. There were other outside factors that [figured] DeJarld (eight kills, six digs), on Sandburg's behalf. into the outcome.” Arundel (seven kills, nine digs), MARIST The Knights reached the Cahill (12 digs, three aces), Casey (11 assists, seven digs), Lyons Township eliminated championship match by deCaffey (seven kills), Jane De- the RedHawks from the post- feating Queen of Peace 25-16, Jarld (11 assists), Maggie Scan- season by pinning a 19-25, 25- 25-21 in last Tuesday's semilon (five digs, three aces) and 20, 25-22 loss on them in last final. Leah Kamp (15 kills, Clark (three kills) all took their Tuesday's McAuley Sectional six blocks), Kubik (31 assists) semifinal. and Anna Kamp (10 kills, sevturns aiding the Macs' cause. Marist (29-9) got seven kills en blocks) led the way in the *** Silver Lake College’s John Duke faces tough defense from St. Xavier University’s Matthew Wright McAuley had to bounce back from Cameron Enright to pow- victory. from a tough first game last er its way in the first game. She The Pride wound up 11-18. and Kyle Huppe while going up for a shot Sunday at the Shannon Center.
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lis' shot. The Trolls outshot USF 18-7 overall and 13-4 in on-target attempts. Trinity keeper Jesse Bultsma was credited with two saves. VOLLEYBALL Despite dealing with some injuries the Trolls went 3-1 last week and closed in on the 30-win plateau for the season. Their lone setback was doled out last Tuesday by St. Francis, which swept to a 25-23, 25-11, 2522 triumph. Trinity remained atop the CCAC South Division after the loss but was second overall to Cardinal Stritch University within the conference. The Fighting Saints made the Trolls play from behind in each set, although Trinity rallied from a 17-10 Game 1 deficit to forge a tie at 23 after kills from Lauren Macadlo and Brittany Dykstra, plus a pair of St. Francis hitting errors. However, the Saints then put down two kills to secure the win. There would be no climbing out of a 17-9 hole in Game 2, but the Trolls nearly extended the match into a fourth set by erasing most of a six-point Game 3 deficit. Kills by Dykstra and Rachel Verhage and a St. Francis miscue drew Trinity within 23-22, but the locals could not complete the comeback. Macadlo (nine kills, 10 digs) and Dykstra (nine kills) led the Trolls, who posted a .112 attack percentage with 30 kills. Other contributors were Erynn Schuh (26 assists, 13 digs) and Karleigh Krchmery (11 digs). *** Trinity snapped a two-match skid in conference by beating Purdue-North Central 25-21, 25-20, 25-17 on Thursday. The win gave the Trolls a 15-3 CCAC ledger. Macadlo, Dykstra and Tori Mantel each had eight kills to pace Trinity, which put down 40 overall. Dykstra's attack percentage was .467. Mantel also chipped in 17 digs, two fewer than team leader Krchmery. Schuh supplied the Trolls with 38 assists and 12 digs. *** Trinity (29-9) completed its regular-season schedule by triumphing twice over the weekend at Taylor University in Upland, Ind. In addition to downing the host school (22-25, 25-22, 17-25, 26-24, 15-11), the Trolls defeated the University of Rio Grande (Ohio) in four sets: 19-25, 25-23, 25-19, 25-17. Danielle Oeverman (14 kills, seven blocks, .400 attack percentage), Macadlo (11 kills, 17 digs) and Dykstra (10 kills, .500 attack
percentage) were stalwarts along the net versus Rio Grande, while Schuh (44 assists, 16 digs) and Krchmery (21 digs) helped out elsewhere. Trinity finished with 46 kills, two more than its foe. Leading the charge against Taylor were Macadlo (23 kills), Oeverman (11 kills, five blocks), Mantel (10 kills, 24 digs), Schuh (47 assists, 21 digs) and Krchmery (19 digs). The Trolls racked up 54 kills in all. Trinity opened CCAC Tournament play this past Tuesday against Indiana University-South Bend. MEN'S BASKETBALL Trinity got off to a 2-0 start this season by slipping past Indiana University-Kokomo 75-70 on the road last Tuesday. The Trolls were ahead almost all of the first half, including by eight points at the eight-minute mark following Ryan Tubbs' threepoint play. A 12-2 run early in the second half stretched Trinity's advantage out to double digits, which is where it remained until only six minutes were left. The Cougars closed to within 64-61 and later within 69-68 with under a minute to go. A 2-of-6 showing at the foul line prevented the Trolls from closing out IU-Kokomo, but two offensive rebounds by Cody Rhorer enabled Trinity to burn additional seconds off the clock. Jared Jones then connected four times from the stripe to finalize the verdict in the Trolls' favor. Rhorer's double-double of 17 points and 12 boards keyed Trinity's performance, but Jones was also solid with 15 points, five rebounds and five assists. Another player of note was Marcus Devers, who finished with 11 points and six rebounds. The Trolls missed 16 of their 36 foul shots but made up for some of that shortcoming with defense that limited the Cougars to a 38 percent success rate from the floor. Trinity posted a field-goal percentage of 44 and out-rebounded its hosts by a hefty 49-30 margin. *** Huntington University handed the Trolls their first loss on Saturday at DeVos Gymnasium by a 74-59 score. Trinity undermined itself with lackluster shooting both from the field (37 percent) and the foul line (50 percent) and less-than-stellar work on the glass, where it was out-rebounded by 20. The Trolls overcame their problems well enough to be within four (33-29) at halftime, and they were tied three times in the second half, the last deadlock coming at 47. An 11-1 surge by Huntington then tilted the contest its way for good. The visitors finished with shooting percentages of 51 and 67 from the floor and stripe, respectively.
Rhorer had 17 points and six rebounds for Trinity in a losing cause, Logan Vos tossed in 14 points, Jones delivered eight and Ryan Tubbs totaled seven assists and five rebounds. The Trolls host their annual tournament this weekend. St. Xavier, York (Neb.) and Clarke (Iowa) will be the other participants. WOMEN'S BASKETBALL After falling to Clarke (81-60) last Tuesday, the Trolls bounced back with a pair of victories that squared their record at 2-2. Trinity beat Indiana University-East (78-65) on Thursday and Spring Arbor (68-63) on Saturday. A four-minute drought to open the second half doomed the Trolls against Clarke as the latter extended a nine-point halftime edge to 17 and then 20 in rapid fashion. Trinity never got closer than 11 after that. Caitlin Cody (17 points, six rebounds), Celina Wanta (10 points, four rebounds), Holly Boetsma (seven points) and Lauren Stokes (seven) were the Trolls' headliners. Trinity connected on 87 percent of its free throws but just 43 percent of its field-goal tries. Also aiding Clarke was its own 12-of-20 display from 3-point territory. *** The Trolls constructed an 18-point halftime lead on Thursday and cruised in with a solid victory over IU-East. The Red Wolves stayed at least 13 points in arrears throughout the final 20 minutes. Cody (14 points, seven rebounds), Allie Paluchniak (11 points), Stokes (11), Boetsma (10) and Bethany Jansma (nine points, seven assists) were Trinity's big guns. The Trolls bettered IU-East in field-goal percentage (47 percent to 35) and rebounding (43-40) and canned 83 percent of their charity tosses. *** Win No. 2 came with more drama attached as Spring Arbor was within four points from the 2:43 mark of the second half until only 19 seconds remained. Two free throws from Paluchniak finally settled the issue. Paluchniak finished with eight points, five rebounds and four assists. Cody (22 points, nine rebounds) and Boetsma (nine points, six rebounds) were Trinity's other catalysts. The Trolls grabbed 47 rebounds and shot 44 percent to outpace Spring Arbor (30 and 39, respectively) in both categories. Trinity was also superior at the foul line (75 percent to 54). The Trolls visited IU-Northwest this past Tuesday and host Viterbo on Friday.
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lopsided win,” he said. “You really learn more about your team in the close games than you do in the (Continued from page 6) blowouts. It causes you to look at by more than seven points and your starting lineups a little more the game featured 13 ties and 17 closely. lead changes. Keeping the Cougars “We will definitely be a better competitive was shooting that was team in the long run because of 22 percentage points higher than how tough three of the first four the previous day. games were. We’ll be better pre*** pared for our conference schedule. Stuut finished with 16 points and We have the toughest schedule in 16 boards versus Concordia and the conference and that will pay junior Caitlin McMahon added her off for us in the long run.” own double-double of 13 points and The Cougars began CCAC play 11 rebounds, but SXU had a rough this past Tuesday in Deerfield as time shooting-wise as it canned just they met up with Trinity Inter22-of-72 field-goal tries. Concordia national University. — Anthony capitalized on the Cougars’ iciness, Nasella using a 19-6 surge to take a 31-19 FOOTBALL lead that wasn’t relinquished. Senior defensive end Greg Hay Krolicki, Prasse and Leyden all ward and senior wide receiver/kick scored 10 points for SXU in the loss. returner Nick DeBenedetti were “They’re one of the top teams in both honored by the Mid-States the NAIA,” Hallberg said of Con- Football Association for their percordia. “They came at us with a formances in the Cougars’ 35-13 full-court press, a lot of talented triumph over St. Ambrose Uniathletes and an All-American point versity on Nov. 1. guard. Hayward was tabbed as the “We had our hands full and Midwest League Defensive Playwere pressured the whole game. er of the Week, while DeBenedWe broke their press, but the wide- etti earned the Midwest League open shots did not fall for us in Special Teams Player of the Week that game. Give Concordia a lot of honor. Hayward made a team-leadcredit — they took it to us and we ing 11 tackles, including five solos didn’t shoot the ball well, which is and 3½ for loss. He also had 2½ the strength of our team.” sacks. Hallberg believes the tight games DeBenedetti returned a punt 61 his team has already had will serve yards to set up SXU’s first touchit well later in the season. down and scored twice himself on a “We’ve won two close games, 15-yard reception and 5-yard run. lost a game against a top-ranked He finished with seven catches team and have only recorded one and 64 receiving yards.
VOLLEYBALL Junior middle blocker/outside hitter Heidi Gregerson totaled 10 kills and four total blocks to guide the Cougars to a 25-13, 2513, 25-21 CCAC win over Robert Morris last Tuesday at the Shannon Center. On Senior Night a couple upperclassmen also made an impact. Setter Kelli Shaffer registered 25 assists and 12 digs and middle hitter Marie Hackert supplied eight kills and five total blocks. Providing further help were Erica Harris (13 digs, two service aces) and right-side hitter Meghan Falsey (seven total blocks, including one solo). Besides Shaffer and Hackert, Dominique Aramburu and Jessica Galotta were seniors honored prior to the match. *** SXU (23-15, 12-5) completed its regular schedule on Thursday by outlasting Judson University 2519, 25-18, 23-25, 20-25, 15-10 in a CCAC road match. Falsey and Gregerson were an effective tandem along the net as each finished with 17 kills while combining for 13 total blocks. Hackert (12 kills, assisted block) and freshman outside hitter Anna O’Hara (eight kills) were also strong up front, while Shaffer (53 assists, eight kills, 12 digs) offered solid all-around play. Defensive standouts were Aramburu (30 digs) and Galotta (19). The Cougars entered the CCAC Tournament this past Tuesday.
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-2 Plaintiff, -v.MARIA EVELINA CRUZ AKA MARIA EVELINA L. CRUZ, DARLENE CURRY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA-DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURYINTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, TOWN OF CICERO, TARGET NATIONAL BANK FKA RETAILERS NATIONAL BANK, ERIN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC, PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES LLC, NORTHERN ILLINOIS GAS COMPANY DBA NICOR GAS COMPANY, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC Defendants 13 CH 16202 50 Ruggles Ct. Orland Park, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 19, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 24, 2014, 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 50 Ruggles Ct., Orland Park, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-06-303-011-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $270,321.92. 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For Sale COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NA P l a i n t i f f , v s . MARILYN C. CIGER, EAGLE RIDGE II C O N D O M I N I U M A S S O C I A T I O N D e f e n d a n t s , 14 CH 7052 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, December 1, 2014 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 17824 Bernard Drive Unit 3D, Orland Park, IL 60467. P.I.N. 27-32-101-007-1072. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 1 4 0 0 8 8 4 7 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I632044
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Real Estate Property Listings For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC P l a i n t i f f , v . CHRISTOPHER A. HASSON, THE RIVIERA IN PALOS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION D e f e n d a n t s 12 CH 31536 8 COUR LA SALLE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 28, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 1, 2014, 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 8 COUR LA SALLE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-23-201-104-0000. The real estate is improved with a townhouse with no garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1216508. 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. PA1216508 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 31536 TJSC#: 34-15326 I631313
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.RORY SLOAN A/K/A RORY J. SLOAN A/K/A RORY J. SLAUGHTER, CITIBANK, N.A., SILVER LAKE GARDENS VILLAS I CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Defendants 12 CH 032004 15354 AUBRIETA LANE ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 6, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 4, 2014, 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 15354 AUBRIETA LANE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-13-200-024-1040. The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale terms: 25% GRZQ RI WKH KLJKHVW ELG E\ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV DW WKH 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 WR H[FHHG LQ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV RU ZLUH WUDQVIHU 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;? condition. The sale is IXUWKHU VXEMHFW WR FRQÂżUPDWLRQ E\ WKH FRXUW 8SRQ payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser ZLOO UHFHLYH D &HUWLÂżFDWH RI 6DOH WKDW ZLOO HQWLWOH the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after FRQÂżUPDWLRQ RI WKH VDOH 7KH SURSHUW\ ZLOO 127 be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the FRXUW ÂżOH WR YHULI\ DOO LQIRUPDWLRQ ,I WKLV SURSHUW\ is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, \RX ZLOO QHHG D SKRWR LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ LVVXHG E\ a government agency (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale URRP LQ &RRN &RXQW\ DQG WKH VDPH LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ for sales held at other county venues. For informaWLRQ H[DPLQH WKH FRXUW ÂżOH RU FRQWDFW 3ODLQWLIIÂśV DWtorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to ÂżOH QXPEHU 7+( -8',&,$/ 6$/(6 CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-22188 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 032004 TJSC#: 34-18942 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I633012
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION US. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION, AS RECEIVER FOR DOWNEY SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, F.A. Plaintiff, -v.ODEET SYRIANI, SOUZAN SYRIANI, ANTON SYRIANI, HARRIS, N.A. F/K/A HARRIS TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK, CITIBANK, N.A. F/K/A CITIBANK, FSB, CENTENNIAL VILLAGE UNIT II TOWNHOME ASSOCIATION Defendants 08 CH 018549 15715 LIBERTY 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 8, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 10, 2014, 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 15715 LIBERTY COURT, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-16-407-009. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down RI WKH KLJKHVW ELG E\ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV DW WKH FORVH 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 WR H[FHHG LQ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV RU ZLUH WUDQVIHU 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;? condition. The sale is IXUWKHU VXEMHFW WR FRQÂżUPDWLRQ E\ WKH FRXUW 8SRQ payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser ZLOO UHFHLYH D &HUWLÂżFDWH RI 6DOH WKDW ZLOO HQWLWOH the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after FRQÂżUPDWLRQ RI WKH VDOH 7KH SURSHUW\ ZLOO 127 be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the FRXUW ÂżOH WR YHULI\ DOO LQIRUPDWLRQ ,I WKLV SURSHUW\ is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, \RX ZLOO QHHG D SKRWR LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ LVVXHG E\ a government agency (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale URRP LQ &RRN &RXQW\ DQG WKH VDPH LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ for sales held at other county venues. For informaWLRQ H[DPLQH WKH FRXUW ÂżOH RU FRQWDFW 3ODLQWLIIÂśV DWtorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to ÂżOH QXPEHU 7+( -8',&,$/ 6$/(6 CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-08-12871 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 08 CH 018549 TJSC#: 34-16287 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I632692
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‘Interstellar’ is not exactly stellar We live in an age where people want easy-to-digest movies that don’t require much thought. Then we have Christopher Nolan who makes blockbusters that go against the grain of modern cinema. He’s directed quality blockbusters such as “Inception” and “Batman Begins,” among countless others. His latest film is “Interstellar,” which stars Matthew McConaughey as Gary Cooper and Anne Hathaway as Amelia Brand. Unlike his previous films, this may not become the blockbuster he hopes for. In what is his most ambitious film to date, the nearly three-hour film might be just a little too ambitious for his own good. It’s a visually stunning film that lacks any common sense. The beautiful sets, the good musical score, and the overall spectacular cinematography can’t make up for the plot that is ripped with far too many holes. Someone must have decided continuity
Pinto’s Popcorn Picks by Tony Pinto wasn’t needed here. With important background not being explained and things just happening to advance the story, this film is a mess of ideas. There are just far too many things wrong with this film to explain them all. One of the best things the movie does is character development. When the movie is done, you end up knowing everything about the characters. That seems really nice, but that comes at the expense of the writers (Christopher and his brother Jonathan Nolan) not explaining what is going on. All you need to know is the world is ending and a former
NASA pilot who’s now a farmer ends up leading a team into space through a wormhole. They must try and find a new place for humans to settle. Basically, Earth is becoming uninhabitable and humans need a new place to live so they don’t become extinct. There are two parts to the movie – one is before they blast off into space and all the stuff leading up to that. It’s a complex movie that at its core is very simple. There are a bunch of things that are wrong with the plot and a lot of it has to deal with science. Movie science doesn’t need to be based in reality but it does need to make sense, which here is does not. The movie has a NASA aspect which also doesn’t make sense in the terms of the movie. This movie has the love and family aspect as Cooper has to leave his kids (Timothee Chalamat and Mackenzie Foy) and fatherin-law (John Lithgow). That is a big chunk of the movie and it is poorly executed. At three hours,
the family dynamic could have been properly developed. There are lot of actors throughout the movie who are very recognizable including a surprise cameo from someone you will definitely recognize, which won’t be spoiled here. Michael Caine, John Lithgow, Casey Affleck, and Topher Grace all do a decent job in the film as supporting characters. Leading lady Anne Hathaway seems like a perfect casting to play a stoic and independent scientist/astronaut, that is until her character has to show any real emotion. Even Matthew McConaughey out-acts her. Some people may actually like this film, and at times you’ll be able to see why. If you can make it through the bad plot, the horrible dialogue, and all the other issues plaguing “Interstellar,” you have a movie that could be great. This unfortunately misses the mark by many light years. —Tony Pinto’s grade: D
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Broaden Your Horizons This Week Laughter Circle A monthly Laughter Circle meets this Sunday, Nov. 16, at p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Laughter leader Kathy O’Brien brings laughter and all its benefits to the Laughter Circle program. What’s a laughter circle? It’s a group of people who want to LAUGH! Not from jokes or comedy routines. but rather from laughter for the sake of laughter! Research shows that laughter strengthens the immune system, reduces stress and anxiety, alleviates pain, and helps people get along better. O’Brien is a registered nurse and an advanced certified Laughter Leader. O’Brien welcomes newcomers the laughter circle at any time. The cost of the laughter circle is $5, which O’Brien donates to The Center. Registration is appreciated. Call The Center at 361-3650.
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Life Coach Lisa Espinosa will speak at a luncheon on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from noon to 2 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Espinosa is passionate about helping others fulfill their life’s purpose. She integrates the Internal Family System model of psychotherapy and Reiki into her life-coaching practice, and is the author of the upcoming book, “Answering Your Inner calling: five Simple Practices for Following Your Soul’s Guidance.” The program begins at noon, followed by the luncheon. The cost is $18 per person, and requires advance reservations. For more information, interested persons should call The Center at 3613650.
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Crafting the tortellini by hand is half the fun of making this dish.
Make this simple filled fresh pasta for a satisfying autumn dinner I love to eat pasta at any time of year. It’s so comforting and delicious that it’s a perfect food to enjoy when you want to have a relaxing, pleasurable meal, whether you’re dining with friends or even eating it on your own. That’s one of the big reasons why I decided to call the first restaurant of my very own Spago, which literally means string in Italian, but is also slang for spaghetti. It captures the sense of good food and fun I love to offer my guests year round. Autumn, though, always strikes me as an especially good time to cook and eat pasta. People want something warm and satisfying in their stomachs when the weather is colder and the nights are darker. This is a season for more robust pastas, especially fresh varieties of dough wrapped around savory fillings — like ravioli and their many cousins. That’s why I’m delighted to share with you a recipe for one of my favorite fall pastas: Tortellini with Ricotta, Sage, and Brown Butter. The word tortellini in Italian literally means “little cakes,” a nice description for these plump rounds of dough. The pasta is fairly easy to make, fill and shape, though the job is better left for a weekend rather than a busy work night. In my recipe, you’ll find complete instructions for mixing and rolling out your own fresh pasta dough; but you may also find sheets of fresh rolled-out dough in some Italian delis and well-stocked markets. Then, you mix up a simple filling based on ricotta cheese; line up mounds of filling along a sheet of dough; fold the dough over lengthwise to seal in the filling; cut out each individual piece around its filling in a half-moon shape, using half the circumference of a round cookie cutter; and, finally, gently seal together the two corners of
each half-moon to give the tortellini their distinctive shapes. Yes, that’s a bit of work. But I think you’ll find it simple and surprisingly enjoyable. The sauce that goes with the pasta is a cinch to make. All you do is melt butter with salt, pepper and a sage leaf, just until the point that the butter turns golden brown; then, keep it warm. Once the tortellini are cooked, drained and plated, you sprinkle them with black pepper and freshly grated Parmesan, spoon the butter over them, and garnish with more sage. I’m sure you’ll agree with me that a plateful of this pasta looks, smells and tastes like autumn itself. From its deep, earthy and golden colors to the nutty flavor of the butter to the heady fragrance of sage, this is a dish that will make you think of more holiday celebrations soon to come.
Tortellini With Ricotta, Sage And Brown Butter Serves 4
Tortellini:
Pasta Dough (recipe follows) • ½ cup (125 ml) ricotta • ½ cup (125 ml) goat cheese • ¼ cup (60 ml) grated Parmesan • ¼ cup (60 ml) mascarpone • 1 cage-free egg yolk • ½ teaspoon sugar • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt • Pinch freshly ground black pepper • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme • 1 cage-free egg, beaten • 1 tablespoon water
• Semolina flour, for dusting
Sauce:
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter • Pinch kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper • 1 fresh sage leaf, plus extra for garnish
serving plates. Grate fresh Parmesan on top and sprinkle generously with black pepper. Spoon the sauce over the tortellini. Garnish with sage and serve.
Pasta Dough
Makes about ¾ pound (375 g) • 1½ cups (375 ml) allpurpose flour, plus more for dusting • 4 large cage-free First, make the dough. egg yolks For the filling, pulse the ricotta, • ½ teaspoon kosher salt goat cheese, Parmesan, mascar- • ½ teaspoon extra-virgin pone, yolk, sugar, nutmeg, salt, olive oil and pepper in a food processor • 1 to 1½ tablespoons until combined. Transfer to a water, plus more as bowl. Stir in the sage and thyme. needed In a bowl, combine the beaten egg and water for an egg wash. In a food processor, combine Brush a dough strip with some the flour, yolks, salt, oil and 1 wash. For each tortellini, place tablespoon water. Process until 1-teaspoon mounds of filling a dough forms. Pinch the dough: on the dough in a single row, If it feels too dry, pulse in up to spacing them 2 inches (5 cm) ½ tablespoon more water until apart and 1 inch (2.5 cm) from a moist dough forms. Turn out a long edge. Fold the uncovered onto a lightly floured work surface half over the filling. Press down and knead by hand into a smooth around each mound to seal it in ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and rest close to the fold, pressing out at room temperature for 1 hour. any air pockets. With a 2-inch Secure a pasta roller. Cut the (5-cm) round cookie cutter, cut out dough in half and cover 1 piece half-moon shapes by cutting the with plastic. Set the rollers to the curve through the sealed pasta, largest opening. Flatten the unleaving the filling nestled along covered dough into a thick strip the straight fold. Then, gently the width of the rollers. Dust curve each half-moon, pinching lightly with flour. Run the piece its corners together. Arrange on a through the rollers. Fold it in parchment-lined, semolina-dusted thirds and run it through again. baking sheet, then dust with more Repeat 2 or 3 more times until semolina. Repeat with remaining smooth and elastic. pasta and filling. Set the rollers to the next smallBring a large pot of salted water er opening; run the strip through. to a boil. Continue, using a smaller opening For the sauce, melt the butter each time and dusting lightly with in a small saute pan over medium flour as necessary, until you reach heat. Add salt, pepper, and the the next-to-smallest or smallest sage leaf. Cook the butter until opening. (As the strip gets longolden brown. Remove from the ger, you may need to cut it in heat and keep warm. half for easier handling, keeping Add the tortellini to the boiling unused dough covered.) Repeat water. Boil gently for 5 minutes. with the remaining dough. Cover Drain well and transfer to warmed until ready to use.
Your Teen – 7 to 8:30 p.m. today program just for parents to teach parents some practical tools that will help their teen reach their full potential in school, at home, and in life. • DJ Night with Babycakes – 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Nov. 14, weekly Friday Night Live event with a live DJ and with free food samples from Babycakes. • Boxing – 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 18 and 25, a program with Title Boxing to teach students the basics of boxing. • Leaves of Gratitude – 4:30 to 6 p.m. Nov. 18, celebrate Thanksgiving by making an elegant tree covered in leaves that tell what students are grateful for. • Chicken Shake Up – 4:30 to 6 p.m. Nov. 19, culinary event to teach students how to make several different dishes using chicken as the main ingredient. • Thanksgiving Sweet Tooth – 4:30-6 p.m. Nov. 20, culinary program to teach students how to make cupcakes and decorate them like turkeys. Free events are for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information, call 532-0500.
Upcoming Christmas Crafters Retreat
Registration is open for the annual woman’s Christmas retreat featuring handmade crafts and holiday fellowship, to be held on Saturday, Dec. 6 at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Program Director Lois Lauer and folk-artist April Schabes will help woman prepare both their hearts and their hearths for the Christmas season. Participants will create rosemary entwined candleholders, gourmet hot chocolate mixes, evergreen swags, and other holiday decorations for their homes. In addition to crafts, the ladies will enjoy cozy fellowship, Bookfolding workshop a walk in the woods, and time for quiet reflection. The cost per participant is $72, A Christmas Tree Bookfolding workshop will be offered at The which includes lunch, dinner, leadCenter on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 2 ership, and supplies. Advance regp.m., at 12700 Southwest Highway istration is required. The program begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 9 p.m. in Palos Park. In this “Trash to Treasures” For information, call 361-3650. workshop, old books are repetitively folded into designs, in this Papermaking workshop case Christmas trees. Artist Laura Milkert facilitates the workshop Artist Marilyn VandenBout, of and claims the process is easy Evergreen Park, will offer a Christto do. The workshop takes place mas Papermaking Workshop at during the annual Christmas art The Log Cabin Center for the Arts show which takes place from noon on Friday morning Nov. 21, 10 until 4 p.m. on Nov. 23. a.m. to noon, at 12700 Southwest The book folding workshop fee Highway in Palos Park. is $12 plus a $3 materials fee. VandenBout is an experienced Advance registration is required. papermaker and teacher, who will Call The Center at 361-3650. help students to create handmade papers embedded with petals and glitter for holiday gift boxes and Family pottery cards. The Papermaking Workshop A pottery class for families will be hosted at the Log Cabin Center cost $15, plus a $5 materials fee. for the Arts on Wednesdays, Nov. Advance registration is required. 19 and 26, 6:30 to 7:30 pm. The For more information, interested Log Cabin Art Center is located persons should call The Center at 12700 Southwest Highway in at 361-3650. Palos Park. Instructor Heather Young inChristmas Teas vites families with children of any age to make Christmas tree ornaA series of Christmas high teas ments of clay on Nov. 19, and to are offered at The Center in Palos come back to glaze their creations Park from Dec. 11 to Dec. 20, from on Nov. 26. The class fee is $18 2 to 4 p.m., at 12700 Southwest per person and includes all sup- Highway. plies and two kiln firings. Advance Each tea includes a large buffet reservations are required. Call The of Christmas tea, cookies, cakes, Center at 361-3650. tea sandwiches, and other goodies, plus an opportunity to make a bag of fragrant fresh Christmas The Bridge Teen potpourri of balsam, cinnamon, Center programs orange peel, hemlock cones, and • Knitting – 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. holly berries. A heartwarming today (Thursday) and Nov. 20, Christmas story is then read beThe Bridge Teen Center, 15555 fore the fire. Tickets must be reserved in adS. 71st Court, Orland Park, will host a program to teach students vance and cost $30 per person. For reservations and more informathe basics of knitting. • Parent Program: Motivating tion, call The Center at 361-3650.
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Thursday, November 13, 2014
The Regional News - The Reporter
Out & About
Your Guide to Arts and Events in the Southwest Suburbs and Beyond
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Monet and Merlot at McCord
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The Palos Heights Woman’s Club’s lovers of art discovered fine art on canvas at the club Art Department’s recent Monet and Merlot 1. Anything Goes, Florida event held on Oct. 28 at the McCord Gallery and Cultural Center in Palos Park. Georgia Line, Big Machine ReArt enthusiasts enjoyed refreshments and fine wines. Individual canvases were ready with paint and brushes for each participant to cords paint a copy of the painting San Giorgio Maggiore at Twilight, or Sunset in Venice, by Claude Monet. Completed between 1908 and 1912, 2. Old Boots, New Dirt, Jason Monet’s work hangs in the National Museum of Wales, in Cardiff. The paint party studio of McCord customized a fun, educational and Aldean, Broken Bow memorable evening for all participants. “Art enriches the spirit. It educates and can change viewers feelings and attitudes”: Claude Monet. 3. Pain Killer, Little Big Town, Capitol Nashville (Universal) 4. Bringing Back the Sunshine, Blake Shelton, Warner Bros. 5. 747, Lady Antebellum, Capitol Nashville (Universal) 6. The Big Revival, Kenny by Jeraldine Saunders
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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: “JERSEY BOYS”: Clint Eastwood might seem a surprising match as director of the screen version of the stage hit about pop music’s Four Seasons ... and he does bring out dark undercurrents of the tale, but he also stays true to showcasing the tunes generated by lead singer Frankie Valli (John Lloyd Young, who won a Tony for the role on Broadway) and his comrades. Christopher Walken is the biggest name in the cast, as a mobster with ties to the group. The real-life Valli is an executive producer of the film, whose soundtrack expectedly includes such enduring hits as “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like a Man” and “Sherry.” DVD extra: “making-of” documentary. *** (R: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2”: The animated Toothless needs more training — as does his master Hiccup (voice of returnee Jay Baruchel), for that matter — in this less-genteel but still-enjoyable sequel. When they run up against the sinister Drago (Djimon Hounsou), who has designs on overtaking their kingdom, Hiccup’s long-absent mother (voice of Cate Blanchett) proves to be a help. Gerard Butler, Craig Fer-
guson, America Ferrera, Jonah Hill and Kristen Wiig also are back in the voice cast. DVD extras: theatrical trailer; “Fishleg’s Dragon Stats”; image gallery. *** (PG: AS, V) (Also on Blu-ray; starts Nov. 25 on On Demand) “LET’S BE COPS”: The title declaration usually isn’t as simple as that, but it is for the buddies - played by Damon Wayans Jr. and Jake Johnson (“New Girl”) — in this amusing comedy. They disguise themselves as police officers for a costume party but are mistaken for the real thing, leaving them pitted against the underworld and cops on the take. Co-stars include Nina Dobrev (“The Vampire Diaries”), Andy Garcia and Rob Riggle. *** DVD extras: theatrical trailer; “making-of” documentary; audio commentaries by director and co-writer Luke Greenfield and co-writer Nicholas Thomas; photo gallery. *** (R: AS, N, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray; starts Nov. 25 on On Demand) “TAMMY”: Melissa McCarthy makes this predictable but wellcast comedy a family affair In several ways, one being her role as co-writer with husband Ben Falcone (who’s also the director here). As the title character, she decides to hit the road after virtually everything in her life goes wrong, forcibly ending up with a traveling companion: her spirited grandmother (Susan Sarandon, who also has appeared on McCarthy’s “Mike & Molly” sitcom). The two women run into considerable trouble with the law; Kathy Bates, Dan Aykroyd, Toni Collette and Allison Janney also appear. DVD extras:
outtakes. *** (R: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “BATMAN: THE COMPLETE TELEVISION SERIES”: Pow! Bam! Zonk! At long last, the 1960s classic that was one of the pop-culture milestones of its decade comes to home video, displaying the approach that was at once campy and adventurous. Adam West and Burt Ward play millionaire Bruce Wayne and his ward Dick Grayson, who masquerade as Gotham City’s crimefighting “Dynamic Duo,” Batman and Robin. The show — which also featured Yvonne Craig as Barbara Gordon, alias Batgirl, in its third and final season — offers a who’s-who of “special guest villains,” but the most frequent are the Riddler (played by Frank Gorshin, then temporarily by John Astin), the Joker (Cesar Romero), the Penguin (Burgess Meredith) and Catwoman (Julie Newmar, then Eartha Kitt). The set is loaded with bonus material. **** (Not rated: AS, V) (Also on Blu-ray) “HAPPY CHRISTMAS”: Though Anna Kendrick and Melanie Lynskey were both in “Up in the Air,” they shared no scenes, unless you count a cardboard cutout of Lynskey ... but they’re very much together in writer-director Joe Swanberg’s dark comedy about a dicey family reunion. Swanberg also plays a Chicago-based filmmaker who takes in his flighty younger sister (Kendrick), unwittingly starting a shake-up of the household when the visitor and her friend (Lena Dunham, “Girls”) motivate the brother’s wife (Lynskey) to change her life. Mark Webber
co-stars. *** (R: AS, P) (Also on On Demand) COMING SOON: “AND SO IT GOES” (Nov. 18): A cranky realtor (Michael Douglas) seeks help from a neighbor (Diane Keaton) when he has to raise his estranged son’s daughter. (PG13: AS, P) “INTO THE STORM” (Nov. 18): A series of tornadoes devastates a town; Richard Armitage and Sarah Wayne Callies star. (PG-13: AS, P, V) “22 JUMP STREET” (Nov. 18): The undercover cops played by Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill go to college this time. (R: AS, N, P, V) “A MADEA CHRISTMAS” (Nov. 25): Tyler Perry’s alter ego joins her niece (Anna Maria Horsford) to visit the latter’s daughter (Tika Sumpter) for the holidays. (PG-13: AS, P) “DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES” (Dec. 2): After a virus wipes out much of humanity, survivors are challenged by intelligent simians; Gary Oldman stars. (PG-13: P, V) “GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY” (Dec. 9): Thieveryprone rogue Peter Quill (Chris Pratt) leads a ragtag group of would-be heroes in protecting a powerful orb. (PG-13: P, V) “EXTANT: THE FIRST SEASON” (Dec. 16): Halle Berry stars in the CBS series as an astronaut who returns from a solo space mission pregnant. (Not rated: AS, P, V) FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nudity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, particularly graphic violence.
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