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Suspect foiled in Oak Hills break-in sought by police

Palos Heights police on Monday released a sketch of the suspect in last Thursday’s attempted break-in at a residence in the 7700 block of West Forest Hill Lane, in Oak Hills Country Club Village. The crime occurred just after 1 p.m. at a four-unit condominium building, referred to as a “quad” in the gated, golf course community, which is home to many seniors. The homeowner was alerted to the crime in progress by a noise coming from the master bedroom of her ground-floor residence, police said. She told police that when Uptown Palos Heights: As flowers bloom in the foreground, business blossoms nearby. The new Palos Place, smartly accented with red awnings, takes she investigated, she saw a man shape. At the center of it all, Tastee Freez opened in its new location , following in the tracks of Mona Lisa from Southwick Commons down by Route trying to gain entry via the room’s 83 uptown to Harlem central. window. The window had been left

ajar, the victim said, and the offender had pulled it open and knocked in the window screen. Police added that the homeowner hollered Police sketch at the would-be of suspect intruder, who then ran away west of the dwelling. No entry was made, according to police. The victim described the offender as a white man in his late teens

HEIGHTS MARCHES FORWARD Tastee Freez opens shop in Palos Place uptown on Harlem By Tim Hadac Staff reporter

Exciting things are Happening! Indeed. As Palos Heights’ annual Independence Day parade moves north along Harlem Avenue starting at noon Saturday, spectators will see a fun yet familiar mix of marchers, floats and vehicles representing local schools, churches, clubs, businesses and more—everything that makes up the community fabric of Palos Heights and has for decades. What is not at all the same is the front edifice of the long-vacant Ben Franklin variety store at the center of it all, on which develop-

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Palos Heights Tastee-Freez owner Diane Goerg (red shirt) is toasted by ice cream lovers Joe Smith (from left), Ryan Sparrow, Sharon Camp, Parks and Rec. chief Mike Leonard, Lauren Marino, Jeﬀ Prestinario and Bob Grossart. The crew, mostly from the city’s Business and Economic Development Committee, stopped by Monday afternoon to wish her well.

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Sweets for the sweet Beth Paschall, faithful member and diaconal minister at Palos United Methodist Church, enjoys strawberry shortcake at the church’s 25th anniversary edition of its Strawberry Festival on Sunday. She and her husband, Gene, famous for his rhododendrons, are both longtime members of the Palos Heights Garden Club. For more scenes of the welcoming church picnic, open to the community, see Page 2. Photo by Patricia Bailey

er Mike Coogan first promised “Live, Shop, now delivered: Dine” — on that bright green banner along its Its transformation into the new Palos Place. entire length just in time for the Independence Day parade a few years back — what he has See HEIGHTS, Page 2

Looks like relay team broke world’s record here It took 100 runners 625 miles in 69 hours at Shepard’s track

Savoring their success as event co-organizers are track and cross country coaches Dimitri Dimizas (left) and Joseph Lerner.

By Tim Hadac Staff reporter

History was made in Palos Heights over four days last week, as a team of 100 runners ran a round-the-clock, 625-mile relay race that should put them in the Guinness Book of World Records. Starting at 4 p.m. last Thursday, the runners—mostly college-age athletes—pounded the track relentlessly at the Shepard High School athletic field, 13049 S. Ridgeland Ave. in Palos Heights. They ran, one at a time, for 10 kilometers (25 laps) each around the

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Relay anchorman Abel Hernandez, whose face was a study in stoicism throughout his 10K run Sunday afternoon, breaks character and grimaces as he See RELAY RECORD, Page 2 crosses the finish line with a final burst of energy—to the cheers of fellow athletes and other fans.

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Palos United Methodist Church hosts sweet Strawberry Festival for 25th year

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Many of the 100 runners who participated in the four-day, historical relay race pose for a victory photo on the grass at the Shepard High School athletic field. Photos by Michael Gilbert

▲ Lisa Saltiel (left) paints the Chicago Blackhawks’ logo on the face of Jonah Barkley, son of Pastor Laura, at the Palos United Methodist Church’s 25th annual Strawberry Festival on Sunday. ◄ Jack O’Connor, of Oak Forest, cooks burgers on the grill for Strawberry Festival. Lunch and dessert combos are sold at a modest price at the fundraiser picnic.

Carol Spada Cronin (left) hands a plate of food to the Rev. Laura Barkley, pastor of Palos United Methodist Church. Lunch options were the choice of hamburger or hot dog, served with potato chips, pickle and coleslaw, plus a strawberry confection for dessert. At least 200 people attended, including many Worth United Methodist Church congregants. Both churches will merge as one church body in September. Palos Heights Woman’s Club member June Campbell serves a grilled hamburger lunch to new Palos Heights Woman’s Club member Mary Ann Sullivan at the Strawberry Festival. ► Photo by Patricia Bailey

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track, with the 100th runner crossing the finish line on Sunday afternoon. All told the Shepard 100 ran 625 miles in just over 69 hours. “This is huge, no doubt,” said race co-organizer Joseph Lerner, a Shepard High School math teacher, as well as a track and cross-country coach at Shepard and Trinity Christian College. “We did what we said we would, we recorded everything, and we believe we’ve earned our place in the record book.” The event was carefully chronicled by a team of impartial observers, and documentation will be sent to Guinness officials, who are expected to announce results within a few months. Among the official volunteer observers was Palos Heights Alderman Jack Clifford. He took one of the four-hour shifts to document laps and time last Thursday. The goal was to shatter the current world record for the fastest, 100-runner 10K relay, which is 77 hours, 25 minutes, set four years ago by a group in Florida. The plan was to run the relay in 72 hours, finishing at about 4 p.m. Sunday. But through wind, rain and heat, the athletes kept their heads down and their feet moving—and in the end, they finished nearly three hours ahead of schedule, with a time of 69 hours, 6 minutes, 52 seconds. Lerner himself ran the eighth leg of the relay, at about 8 p.m. Thursday. “We have a great team,” Lerner said Sunday, as he watched Alsip resident Josh Maier, 19, a Shepard High School alumnus and former state champion long-distance runner, burn up the track early Sunday afternoon. “Josh and Abel [Hernandez] are two of our best and fastest, the guys you want to bring it home strong at the end.” Minutes later, Maier--who currently runs track for the Southern Illinois University Salukis—ended his final lap and handed the baton to Hernandez, 20, a fellow Alsip resident and Shepard grad, as well as a current track star for the St. Xavier University Cougars. Hernandez, who as a freshman set an SXU record in the 10,000-meter run, had requested to be the anchorman of the marathon relay. “He’s fast, he’s steady, he’s reliable,” Lerner said of Hernandez. “It’s hard to imagine a better runner to anchor this event.” Others shared the assessment of Hernandez. “Look at him,” said Palos Heights resident Cheri Boland, who ran track in high school about 20 years ago. “He runs so steady and smooth, I’ll bet you could balance a teacup on his head and it wouldn’t fall off.” Hernandez did not disappoint, hitting the tape with a burst of energy to the cheers of a crowd of more than 100 fellow runners and fans. Most of the runners who made the run at the record book are current or former students from Shepard and Trinity Christian, as well as Richards High School and Moraine Valley Community College. Co-organizer Dimitri Dimizas is a track and cross-country coach at Richards and Moraine Valley. He ran the 11th leg of the relay, at about 11 p.m. last Thursday. “I’m glad we met our goal,” he told The Regional News on Monday. “We knew what our team was capable

Josh Maier ends his run and passes the baton to fellow champion athlete Abel Hernandez, as the relay’s anchorman begins the final leg of the run into the record book.

Fellow athletes smile and help Maier to his feet, a minute or so after he finished the 99th leg of the relay and collapsed in the grass for a breather.

of doing, but to actually see it happen is amazing. The runners did what we knew they could do—run--but I was amazed and will be ever thankful by the time, commitment and support that the volunteers showed. “Even in the cold, rain, and heat, they cheered for people they’ve never met,” he continued. “Without them this wouldn’t be possible.” Dimizas gave special praise to runners who traveled to participate. “We had two runners fly into Chicago on Saturday morning--one from London, Ontario and the other from Atlanta, Georgia--run that same day, and then fly back on Sunday,” he noted. “That kind of commitment and support has been overwhelming.” More than a run for a record, the event was designed to raise awareness of cancer and funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society—all to honor and support Shepard High School special-education teacher Bridget Durkin, who has battled the disease for nearly a year. Some $800 has been raised through registration fees, with more coming in via T-shirt sales and other donations, Dimizas said. Since donations are accepted through July 25, a final tally is not yet available. Those who missed the event but want to be a part of history and make a donation to fight leukemia are advised to visit tinyurl.com/PalosHeightsWorldRecord online.

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▲ Dur ward Fagan, of Palos Heights, has a laugh during the fest. At 103-years-old, Mr. Fagan is a founding and the oldest member of Palos United Methodist Church. The woodcrafter still makes birdhouses that were sold among crafts at the fest. Jack Miller, of Palos Heights, gives two thumbs up to the items being sold at the crafts table. ►

Among those serving strawberry sundaes at the dessert table was Ellen Sube, of Palos Heights (left), who prepared a strawberry shortcake for Chris Patton, of Worth. The annual church picnic open to the community benefits local organizations, including Together We Cope in Tinley Park, Village of Hope in Crestwood and the Worth Food Pantry.

Optimists might call it the start of a rebirth. Mayor Robert Straz has his own word for it. “I think ‘evolution’ is a more accurate way to describe it,” the mayor said Tuesday afternoon in a brief conversation with The Regional News. Straz made the point to emphasize that what is making news on Harlem Avenue these days is not the rebirth of retail, but smart growth through a better mix of businesses along the strip. Facts bear that out. From College Drive to Ishnala Drive in the past year, the business buzz on Harlem has not been driven by new retail, but by other types of commerce.  Joe’s Italian Villa has taken a former convenience store—derelict for years at 122nd Street— and transformed it into one of the busiest and most popular pizzerias in the entire Southwest Suburbs. Business has exceeded even the most optimistic predictions, owner Frank Serio observed earlier this year, as he scrambled to hire extra staff.  McSweeney Moore Law Offices, headed by a retired Circuit Court judge and her attorney daughter, has brought vitality to a long-vacant storefront across the street from Joe’s Italian Villa.  Lou Malnati’s, Jersey Mike’s Subs and a hair salon have pumped new life into a long-vacant shoe store at 128th Street. The loudest buzz of them all has been generated by Coogan and his Brigid Capital’s Palos Place, a long promised development blossoming now in the old Ben Franklin retail space at 12306 S. Harlem Ave. Still under construction but mostly finished, Palos Place will

The new development stands in contrast with the long-vacant Rini’s pharmacy and malt shop, a symbol of the strip’s retail past.

feature five high-end rental residences on its second floor, a mix of office and retail space on the ground level. Tastee-Freez owner Diane Goerg, a dynamic force in the local business community for years, has moved her popular ice cream shop and eatery from College Drive to Palos Place, conducting a softlaunch for her soft-serve ice cream and other treats last Friday. Hers is the first business to open at Palos Place, and the shop is an engaging mix of old and new. • Developer Mike Coogan used bricks from the old Ben Franklin store to fashion the parlor’s south wall. • One of Goerg’s many fans gave her a miniature representation of the cheerful wall mural from her former location near College Drive. It is displayed prominently on the front counter. • Two tabletops feature the work of local artists, and two long tables—designed for groups to sit together—were built by woodworking students from Stagg High School. Goerg is bullish on Palos Place. She has transformed her Tastee-Freez from a seasonal to yearround business, extended the shop’s

hours of operation, expanded her menu, and hopes to grow her staff from nine to 15—employees typically drawn for the Palos Heights area. She also has installed USB ports and free Wifi, and plans to hold cake decorating and cookie baking classes. Straz also is bullish on Palos Place, agreeing with an observation that it represents more of what he’d like to see on Harlem Avenue—an evolving commercial mix, bolstered by a modest amount of residential development. Palos Place “has already made that whole block look better,” the mayor said, as he predicted that the development will become a vibrant, profitable hub of activity in town. Whether Straz’s vision of a successful evolution of Harlem Avenue from a retail-dominated to a mixeduse corridor—a vision shared by a number of others—represents Palos Heights’ probable commercial destiny will be discussed and debated in the weeks and months ahead, most notably at a City Council committee-of-the-whole meeting set for 6 p.m. Tuesday at City Hall, 7607 W. College Drive. The public is invited to attend.

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The day the music retired Band leader Patrick Henning’s legacy travels far beyond the stages of area Catholic schools By Tim Hadac Staff reporter

A man widely acclaimed as a giant among school bandleaders and teachers—not only in the Chicago area, but also in the Midwest—recently waved his baton for the last time at an emotional farewell concert at St. Laurence High School in Burbank. Patrick J. Henning, who taught more than 10,000 student musicians during his 46 years in music, led an alumni orchestra of more than 100 former students from St. Laurence, Queen of Peace, Brother Rice and Mother McAuley high schools. The audience for his farewell Legacy Concert last month numbered considerably more than a hundred former students and their families, as well as colleagues, family and friends. The concert program noted that in addition to having an impact on four high school bands (St. Laurence, Brother Rice, Leo and Little Flower), Henning’s work touched 20 elementary school bands, including St. Alexander and Incarnation in Palos Heights. He started band programs at six grade schools, including St. Al’s. Henning is the son and protégé of the late Leo J. Henning, as much an acclaimed bandleader and music educator as his

son, with a career that spanned from 1942 to his retirement in 2000, eight years before his death. Like his father, Henning was renowned for building school bands that were “more than a band that plays the school song at football games,” as he said at the farewell concert, imparting class and sophistication to student musicians. In written remarks reflecting on his career, the younger Henning gave much credit to his mentor father. “My college buddies have proclaimed for 50 years, ‘Henning is the only one of us that has never had a job or worked a day in his life,’” he wrote. “I couldn’t agree more. How does one get up every day of his life and get to do what he loves to do, which is my passion for music and teaching, and call it work? “Professionally, my life could not have been better,” Henning continued. As I have said many times, one of the greatest gifts I have received in life was being able to work side by side with my father for 30 years.” He also thanked Susan, his wife of 47 years—“the cute little percussionist Susan Farrell of the Quincy University Wind Ensemble”—for marrying him and being his “soul mate, rock, lover and best friend.” He also tipped his cap to

his three children and six grandchildren. The concert itself given on June 7 was classic Henning—an “old chestnut” like Franz Von Suppe’s “The Poet and the Peasant Overture,” challenging and ambitious works played beautifully (most notably John Mackey’s “A Hymn to a Blue Hour”) with a bit of pops thrown in (Sammy Cahn’s “Come Fly with Me”) to lighten the mood and get the audience smiling and swaying in their seats. Many of Henning’s students have gone on to careers and music teachers and bandleaders, including saxophonist Rich Daniels, who founded the famous City Lights Orchestra more than 40 years ago. Daniels was a featured soloist at the farewell concert. In advance of the emotional sendoff, a number of Henning’s former students sent him messages of gratitude. Several agreed to share excerpts with The Regional News. “Words will never be able to express my gratitude for the amazing experiences that I was given as a member of the bands in which you were the director,” wrote Jenny Albright, a pre-kindergarten teacher and 1996 Mother McAuley graduate who grew up in Palos Heights and played

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in the Incarnation band under Henning. “’Thank you’ does not seem like enough for all that you have taught and done for me for the past 30-some years. You taught me how to try and play not one, but three instruments and were so patient when I got tired of one and moved to the next. Thanks for also helping my mom by letting me borrow a saxophone and clarinet, because she somehow knew I would change my mind.” Palos Heights native Keirsten Sullivan Grant, a 1987 Mother McAuley graduate, echoed the sentiment. “It has been a long time since you first put a flute in my hands at Incarnation and encouraged me to join the band at Brother Rice,” she wrote to Henning. “The experiences along the way were amazing. We managed to beat St. Rita at Music Bowl in 1984, win State of the Art for the first time in 1985, travel to Ireland in 1986, and win State of the Art again in 1987. “I will forever be grateful for those experiences, but what I will remember most was the work involved in getting there,” she continued. “You and Leo not only taught us music, but shaped our character, as well. You both challenged

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Patrick Henning (right) shares a private moment moments before the concert with one of his most famous students, City Lights Orchestra founder Rich Daniels.

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The High School District 230 board of education last Thursday adopted the last budget to be submitted by outgoing Assistant Superintendent Steve Langert. Held only three business days before his retirement on Tuesday as the district’s finance chief, Langert’s final board meeting was filled with verbal high-fives for his years of service to the district that operates Sandburg, Stagg and Andrew high schools. “If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a thousand times. Steve is the most ethical, honest person I’ve ever met,” said Superintendent Dr. James Gay. “In that field, in that area, you don’t see that all the time--in business offices, in school financing, it’s a tough field.” More plaudits flowed forth at the board’s June meeting, held at the district’s administration center, 15100 S. 94th Ave. Board member Patrick O’Sullivan praised him for his depth and breadth of knowledge about all things related to school funding and budgeting, and added that others share that view. “When I talk to people in other school districts, they ask about you,” O’Sullivan told Langert. “You’re so well respected among your peers in your field, it’s amazing. You’re at the top of your profession, and you’re going out on top.” Board member Tony Serratore, who like O’Sullivan has worked with Langert for eight years, thanked Langert for schooling him in finance-related matters. “I remember the first meeting I came to [as a board member] and I wondered, ‘What is all this stuff?’ but as time progressed, I learned because Steve was very patient and easy to work with,” Serratore said. “He always willing to answer questions and once I became chairman of the Building and Finance Committee, I called him at home a couple of times on the weekends and he answered my call. “He explained things to me,

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Retiring High School District 230 finance chief Steve Langert (left) chats with board member Tony Serratore after last Thursday’s meeting. The two have known each other since childhood, and both attended Brother Rice High School.

and he always walked me through things. You will be very hard to replace,” Serratore added. Langert, who has served in his current position since 2003 and has more than 20 years in jobs relating to school finance, repeatedly deflected the shower of praise and talked about the importance of teamwork—choosing to praise staff under his supervision, as well as board members and other colleagues in the district. In the middle of all the praise, board members adopted the district’s FY 2016 budget on a unanimous vote. The budget is the 13th consecutive balanced budget in a row, officials said. The budget is normally approved in September, but was pushed up 90 days in anticipation of Langert’s departure. As required by law, the draft budget had been available for public inspection for about a month, and no members of the public had anything to say about it at a brief budget hearing that was part of Thursday’s meeting. In a memo to Gay, Langert wrote that the district’s operating budget of $125.3 million “is balanced, with total revenues slightly exceeding total expenditures in the district’s four operating funds:

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His hands a flurry of action, Patrick J. Henning conducts his farewell concert at St. Laurence High School.

education, operations and maintenance, transportation and pension.” He added that the district’s string of balanced budgets is a noteworthy achievement in harsh economic times and said that the Illinois State Board of Education recently reported that two-thirds of all public schools in the state are operating in the red. Further, Langert praised board members for fiscal restraint. “Many school districts have been forced to raise taxes through referendum and/or increase fees in order to balance the budget or minimize its deficit, District 230 has not…the school board also has been levying below what is allowable under the tax cap regulations and filed a zero percent levy for the past two years,” he wrote. Also last Thursday, it was noted that tickets are still available for the District 230 Foundation’s annual golf outing, set for Monday, July 27 at Silver Lake Country Club. Foundation Secretary Carla Erdey noted that green fee is $100 per golfer, and sponsorship opportunities are still available. For details on the event, visit d230foundation. org online. The next board meeting is set for 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30 at the administration center.

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After Charleston By Charles C. Haynes

survive obstruction” and endure as “the symbol of hope and deThe brutal murder of nine people termination.” In a 2013 speech, Rev. Pinckney at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, — who was also a state senator S.C., on June 17 was an act of — describes the intersection of “racial terrorism” — to quote freedom and faith that is the legacy NAACP President Cornell Wil- and mission of the black church in America: liams Brooks. “Could we not argue that AmerIt was also a chilling assault on fundamental freedoms guaranteed ica is about freedom — whether every American under the First we live it out or not — but it is Amendment — the freedom to really about freedom, equality and worship, the freedom to speak the pursuit of happiness, and that’s out for justice, and the freedom to what church is all about. Freedom assemble and organize for change. to worship, and freedom from sin, What happened in Charleston freedom to be fully what God inmust not be reduced to a story about tends us to be, and freedom to a mentally disturbed “lone wolf” have equality in the sight of God. — as often happens when a young And sometimes you gotta make white man commits mass murder. noise to do that. Sometimes, you If we are honest, this attack is maybe have to die, like Denmark part of a larger story about the state Vesey, to do that. Sometimes you of our culture — a culture in which have to march, and struggle, and white supremacist groups thrive, be unpopular to do that.” Now come the painful funerals, racism infects many institutions (including law enforcement) and the heartfelt eulogies, and the outindifference to injustice helps keep pouring of support for the grieving millions of people trapped in an families. But after the dead are buried endless cycle of poverty. Mother Emanuel — as congre- and the media moves on, what will gants lovingly call their church be the legacy of the “Charleston — was targeted because it is an shooting”? As I write this, Confederate flags historic symbol of the long struggle are being removed from governto overcome those ills. Since its founding in 1816, ment spaces and symbols across Emanuel AME has been burned to the South — a welcome, if long the ground by white supremacists, overdue step in the right direction. But if it took the murder of nine twice closed down by city officials, and outlawed for some thirty years. people in a church to get those in But today the church still stands, power to remove a symbol inextrihaving won its religious freedom cably tied to white supremacy and violence, what will it take to bring the hard way. Leaders of the church — from about true social justice for African Denmark Vesey, a founder of the Americans in South Carolina and church and a freed slave executed throughout America? Ferguson, Baltimore, Charlesin 1822 for organizing a slave revolt, to Rev. Clementa Pinckney, ton: It’s time to go beyond symthe pastor of the church killed in bolic gestures and find the moral last week’s attack — can always courage and political will to combe found on the front lines in the bat racism and hate by building a more just, equitable and compasbattle for social justice. very year on Dec. 7, I commemoBlack churches like Mother sionate society for every American. rate with friends and relatives the For that, we will need to make Emanuel are frequent targets for anniversary of the Japanese attack on racial terrorism because, to quote a lot of noise. Pearl Harbor. Cornell Brooks again, “our churchIt’s a story that every American baby Charles C. Haynes is vice boomer learns to appreciate and sets the es have been at the crossroads of president of the Newseum In- bar for everything else that happens, infreedom.” Throughout American history, stitute and executive director of cluding the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks black churches have served as the Religious Freedom Center. and the assassination of President John F. the organizing center for African E-mail: chaynes@newseum.org Kennedy. Americans managing, in the words Web: www.religiousfreedomcenSo I was very surprised to see how of historian C. Eric Lincoln, “to ter.org Twitter: @hayneschaynes in Hawaii, especially the island of Oahu where Pearl Harbor is located, one of the largest groups of tourists isn’t Americans who live and die remembering Pearl Harbor, but Japanese tourists who have managed to get past it all. Japanese are the largest tourist group not just on the island, but also at Pearl Harbor. I’m not angry. And I am not prejudiced against the Japanese at all. The ones I have met, including growing up, are like everyone else. Just another ethnic group with a rich heritage that is also very strong. I would say that nearly half the people I see in Hawaii are Japanese. Most are young and many are newlyweds who The Regional News encourages letters to the editor. honeymoon on the former “Sandwich” Letters must be signed and the name of the writer will be Islands as the British called them in the published. Include your address and telephone number 19th Century. I did a lot of reading about Hawaii and for verification purposes. Limit letters to no more than 300 what was most disturbing wasn’t that the words. We reserve the right to edit letters. Japanese launched a surprise attack against

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RAY HANANIA us during the beginning of World War II. But, rather, that the history of Hawaii is a typical story of white people from Europe who have colonized other nations simply because they were technically advanced. Hawaii was a beautiful land until the British and then Americans saw economic opportunity The Pineapple lobby in San Francisco pretty much directed the overthrow of the Island’ royal family, and the Queen, Lili’u Loloku Kamakaeha. She was queen from 1891 until 1893 when a group of white businessmen using the U.S. Military asserted property of Americans who invaded the Island over the prior 100 years was in jeopardy. The truth is the white man brought much to Hawaii during their settlement, including gonorrhea and fleas. The best side of the island besides its beautiful beaches is that the population enjoys such a genuine respect and commemoration for the military of all wars, including World War II.

It is the first time I could purchase a Vietnam Era Veteran’s cap with the U.S. Air Force insignia. Since being honorably discharged from active duty at the end of the Vietnam War in 1975, I have tried but could never find memorabilia to showcase my patriotism from my military service. I’ll wear it when I celebrate American independence on July 4. Not surprisingly, most American tourists are baby boomers and senior citizens most of which are veterans. The U.S. military still has a huge active presence on the island. In a way, despite the tragedy of the near destruction of the Hawaiian culture by Americans who purchased and settled on the lands, and who pretty much run it to protect their wealthy investments and lifestyle, the tragedy of Hawaii gives me hope. It gives me hope that in conflict, those who were once vicious enemies can soon become friends. We saw the same thing happen in Vietnam. And I hope we see the same thing happen, one day, in Iraq and in the Middle East where American foreign policy driven by oil greed and political extremism is one day off-set by the same kind of peace. Ray Hanania is an award-winning former Chicago City Hall reporter. Reach him at rghanania@gmail.com.

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POLICE BLOTTER: PALOS PARK Car window smashed, makeup stolen at Farm A 62-year-old Palos Park woman attending a breakfast event at the Children’s Farm at The Center, 12701 S. Southwest Highway, returned to her car at 11 a.m. June 14 to find that someone had smashed the front passenger window and stolen a cosmetics bag from the front seat. Palos Park police said it was unclear what the burglar used to smash the window.

Man arrested at The Children’s Farm Police responding to a “suspicious person” call at 7:31 p.m. June 23 at the Children’s Farm at The Center, 12701 S. Southwest Highway, charged Country Club Hills resident Kendall D. Leonard, 20, with possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. A worker at The Center, across the street from the farm, told police that Leonard was acting hostile toward visitors and not allowing people to leave the lodge at the site. When confronted, Leonard allegedly swore at the worker and walked across the street to the farm, where he was stopped by police. A search of his backpack yielded a small quantity of cannabis, a smoking pipe and a water bong, according to the police report. Leonard is scheduled to appear at a hearing at the Kaptur Administrative Center on Aug. 5.

Children report suspicious person A group of children who had been playing in a driveway on 127th Street near the 100th block west reported they saw a person down the block from them, who was dressed all in black, possibly wearing a mask, waving to them in a motion that appeared to be summoning them to come over to him or her last Friday, police said. The only description was the person was black, with a slim build; gender unknown.

Mystery Shopper scam The victim was contacted on LinkedIn, a networking site, and enticed to earn extra cash as a mystery shopper, police reported on June 23. The victim was asked to pay $950 twice upfront to become a mystery shopper. The victim followed up because the offer sent via the professional networking site LinkedIn seemed like a legitimate opportunity, however, it’s the latest approach scammers use to target victims, police said. Scammers had long used e-mail and traditional mail to promote bogus mystery shopping jobs, but now in a new twist scam are artists posing as LinkedIn members. The LinkedIn scam, as well as virtually all mystery shopping scams, takes one of two basic forms. In the first and simplest, potential victims are asked to pay upfront to become mystery shoppers. The scammer keeps the money sent, but no job materializes. In the second and more complicated, victims are asked to cash a large check, then use part of the money to shop at certain stores, keep

a portion of the cash and wire the remainder back to the bogus mystery shopping agency. In the end, the check bounces and the victim is responsible for covering the amount of the fraudulent check. The scammer pockets the portion that was wired back and disappears, police said.

Motorcyclist charged after crash on 131st St.

Police charged Joseph A. Donato, 54, of Oak Park, with driving on a suspended license, no proof of insurance, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and driving a motorcycle without appropriate class of license after they investigated a two-vehicle crash in the 9600 block of West 131st Street at 2:15 p.m. June 13. The driver of the other vehicle, a 21-year-old Florida man, told police that he was pulling out of the Jewel-Osco parking lot when his Jeep was struck by Donato’s motorcycle. Donato was treated and released at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn. He is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on Wednesday.

Charged with driving while license suspended

Hickory Hills resident Jozef Szymon Bukowski, 24, was charged with driving on a suspended license, operating a motor vehicle with expired registration and possession of drug paraphernalia after police stopped his vehicle in the 8100 block of West 123rd Street at 4:32 p.m. June 14, after a random plate check. A search of the vehicle yielded a glass smoking pipe, according to the police report. Bond was set at $1,500, and Bukowski is set to appear in court in Bridgeview on Wednesday. Police charged Muhammed Y. Khudeira, 27, of Orland Park, with driving on a suspended license and disobeying a traffic signal after they stopped his SUV in the 13100 block of South Southwest Highway at 10:26 p.m. June 14. Police said that he drove around a barricade put in place to keep motorists off a flooded roadway. Bond was set at $1,500, and Khudeira is due in court in Bridgeview on Wednesday. Cicero resident Jakira Z. Carbajal, 22, was charged with driving on a suspended license, operating a motor vehicle with expired registration and operating a motor vehicle with a cracked windshield after police curbed her pickup truck in the 11900 block of South La Grange Road at 7:22 p.m. June 22. The vehicle was towed and impounded. Bond was set at $1,500, and Carbajal is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview n Wednesday.

Charged with talking on a cell phone and driving

Evergreen Park resident Ronald J. Zelasko, 43, was charged with talking on a cell phone while driving, driving without a valid license and no proof of insurance after police stopped his car in the 12700 block of South Southwest Highway at 3:49 p.m. June 17. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Zelasko is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on Wednesday.

POLICE BLOTTER: ORLAND PARK Orland man charged with property damage, resisting Orland Park police charged Brandon M. Urzedowski, 23, of Orland Park, with resisting a peace officer after he allegedly fled an officer responding to a call of an angry man kicking a car in the 14700 block of South Park Lane at 12:24 a.m. June 13. Urzedowski apprehended after a foot chase that ended near 147th Street and Highland Avenue when police threatened to use a Taser to subdue him, according to the police report. The car owner declined to press charges against Urzedowski, but police accused him of an early-morning incident on May 30, in which a man was reportedly screaming, shaking ornamental light posts and urinating in bushes in the 15000 block of South Holiday Court. Police said that Urzedowski confessed to and was charged with criminal damage to property, and wanted to pay restitution to the light post owner. The police report did not indicate court dates for either charge.

Woman with kids in car charged with DUI after crash

Orland Park resident Lisa M. Conry, 34, was charged with DUI, illegal transportation of alcohol, endangering the life of a child and no proof of insurance as police investigated a two-vehicle crash in the 16300 block of South La Grange Road at 7 p.m. June 16. Police said they found two open bottles of vodka in Conry’s SUV. Three children in her vehicle were released to their grandmother, police added. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and the police report gave no indication of a court date.

Charged with using cell phone while and driving

Police charged Willowbrook resident Sydney A. Barren, 50, with using a cell phone while driving, as well as driving without a valid license after they curbed her SUV near 151st Street and La Grange Road at 10:24 p.m. June 10. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Barren is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on July 15. Midlothian resident Pamela Sue Patton, 35, was charged with using a cell phone while driving, no proof of insurance and driving on a suspended license after police stopped her car in the 14300 block of South La Grange Road at 8:10 a.m. June 8. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Patton is due in court in Bridgeview on Wednesday.

Chicago pair charged with felony retail theft at mall

Police charged Chicago residents Erica R. Stewart, 32, and Shawndra Young, 24, with felony retail theft after they allegedly stole more than $300 worth of women’s clothing, jewelry and shoes from a store in Orland Square Mall at 4:05 p.m. June 9. Stewart also was charged with criminal damage to property and possession of an anti-theft device removal tool after police said she used a pair of long-nosed pliers to remove security tags and tear several garments. Both women were due at a bond hearing on June 10.

nalia after police found 16 used syringes and three spoons in his car during a traffic stop near 159th Street and Wolf Road at 4:59 p.m. June 5, according to the police report. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Krygowski was set to appear in court in Bridgeview last Friday.

Charged with cannabis Police charged a 25-year-old Orland Park man with possession of cannabis and failure to wear a seatbelt after they stopped his car in the 14800 block of South John Humphrey Drive at 7:11 p.m. June 5. A search of the vehicle yielded a small amount of cannabis, according to the police report. Evans was given a court date of July 21 in Bridgeview.

Charged with driving while license suspended

Homer Glen resident Khalid B. Salameh, 19, was charged with driving on a suspended license, speeding and no proof of insurance after police stopped his car near West Avenue and Fun Drive at 5:37 p.m. June 14. His car was spotted traveling at 45 mph, 15 mph over the posted limit, according to the police report. Salameh was given a court date of July 21 in Bridgeview. Police charged Orland Park resident Elizabeth Torres, 32, with driving on a suspended license, improper lane usage and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident as they investigated a two-vehicle crash in the 8700 block of West 151st Street at 10:43 a.m. June 7. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Torres is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on Wednesday.

Charged with theft of services after cab ride

Police charged Orland Park resident Edward W. Novak, 42, with theft of services after he allegedly paid only $11 of a $37 cab fare at 12:13 a.m. June 11. The cab driver, a 41-year-old Burbank man, summoned police, who apprehended Novak at his home in the 14600 block of South Raney Lane. He is set to appear in court in Bridgeview on July 21.

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‘Justice needs to be served’ Oak Lawn mayor attends hearing of man accused of public indecency twice By Dermot Connolly Staff Reporter

An Oak Lawn man who was arrested and charged with public indecency for a second time brought out some heavy hitters to his hearing last week. Daniel M. Vorberg, 32, was Vorberg on parole for a previous public indecency conviction when Oak Lawn police arrested him for the same offense on June 16 and Oak Lawn Mayor Sandra Bury joined concerned residents and Chicago Ald. Matt O’Shea (19th) at Vorberg’s appearance in Bridgeview Courthouse with the hope that he stays in jail. “You have an alleged repeat offender that is directly affecting the safety of Oak Lawn children, and children everywhere,” said Bury, explaining why she wanted to attend the hearing. O’Shea was there because the incident that led to Vorberg’s conviction occurred in his ward, on April 30, 2013, outside an elementary school in Chicago’s Mount Greenwood neighborhood. In that case, he was sentenced to three years in prison after being caught masturbating near the school. He fled when a parent saw him, but his license plate was traced to his home in Oak Lawn. After being convicted in May, 2014, he was paroled last October. His next hearing is July 16, and Bury said it appeared likely that he would be held in Cook County Jail until then, unable to make bail. But she said that at the hearing, the judge put restrictions on his bond, so if he does get out, he will be required to wear a GPS ankle monitor. “He was warned to stay away from children, and not set foot near a school. Justice needs to be served. I don’t want to see him getting out on parole so quickly again,” said Bury, noting that Vorberg has a “pretty long history, and none of it is good.” Oak Lawn Police Department Division Chief Randy Palmer said in a press release that a detective knew Vorberg, who lives in the 5000 block of West 101st Street in Oak Lawn, had been convicted of public indecency when he saw him parking his car about 2:30 p.m. near 95th Street and 53rd Court, close to a children’s center last Thursday. Children

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Mayor Sandra Bury was in court Tuesday hoping that Daniel M. Vorberg, who was accused a second time of public indecency near a school, would stay in jail.

and adults were gathered in the playground area, behind the center. A surveillance team was then set up and a short time later, and Vorberg was arrested after he was seen performing a “lewd act” while watching the playground area, police said. Observers said he appeared to be masturbating, but he reportedly said he was applying medicated lotion to a work injury. The Cook County State’s Attorney’s office approved the charges of one felony count of public indecency within 500 feet of a school while children are present, and one felony count of parole violation. He was ordered held on $150,000 bond. Although the 2013 case was his first conviction, he has been charged with similar crimes before. According to published reports, he was charged with three felony counts of attempted child abduction, two counts of disorderly conduct, and one of public indecency in 2009. He was later acquitted of the charges, which involved allegedly offering three 11-year-old Oak Lawn girls a ride to school, an interaction with 12-year-old girls, and exposing himself to a 19-year-old woman. Bury said she was pleased to see O’Shea and the residents at the hearing, and said she intends to be at the July 16 hearing as well, if her schedule permits. “As long as I am able to, that is my goal. It has got to stop,” said the mayor, who praised the Oak Lawn police for the work that led to the arrest.” “It was great police work, and they are a source of great pride. They are highly professional and at the top of their game,” she said.

POLICE BLOTTER: PALOS HEIGHTS Man charged with felony theft from office on Rte. 83 Palos Heights police charged Larry Neal Cross, 63, of Calumet Park, with two counts of felony theft after he entered an office building in the 7200 block of West College Drive at 5:40 p.m. last Thursday and allegedly stole a purse and a laptop computer. He was apprehended at the Cross scene, a police spokesman said. Bond was set at $50,000, and Cross is due in court in Bridgeview on July 15. In a related arrest, police charged Taquittee Sheree Page with identity theft and unlawful possession of a credit/debit card after she used a credit card from the purse stolen by Cross to try and purchase merchandise at a grocery store in the 12800 block of South Harlem Avenue, according to a police spokesman. Page was due at a bond hearing on Friday.

charged with driving on a suspended license after police curbed her car in the 13400 block of South Ridgeland Avenue at 1:56 a.m. Tuesday, after a random plate check. Bond was set at $1,500, and Griffin is due in court in Bridgeview on Aug. 17. Police charged Ali Arslan, 40, of Lynwood, with driving on a suspended license after they stopped his car in the 12400 block of South Harlem Avenue at 8:11 a.m. Tuesday, after a random plate check. Bond was set at $1,500, and Arslan is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on July 24.

Charged with using cell phone while driving

Palos Heights resident Karri A. Cefali-Warren, 40, was charged with using a cell phone while driving, operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration, driving without a valid license and no proof of insurance after police curbed her car in the 6500 block of West College Drive at 10:40 a.m. June 24. Bond was set at $3,000, and Cefali-Warren was given a court date of July 24 in Bridgeview.

Charged with driving with a suspended license

Police charged Jaleel Nowden, 23, of Harvey, with driving on a suspended license and disobeying a traffic signal after police stopped his car near College Drive and Harlem Avenue at 9:39 a.m. June 22. He was released on his signature and is set to appear in court in Bridgeview on July 10. New Lenox resident Bailey D. Griffin, 19, was

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Changes at the top for Dist. 218 By Dermot Connolly Staff Reporter

After 25 years with Community High School District 218, the last eight as superintendent, Tuesday was John Byrne’s last day of school. Byrne, 67, an Oak Lawn resident formerly of Alsip and Garden Homes, retired after 45 years in education. Taking his place as of Wednesday was Ty Harting, who had been the 218 assistant superintendent. Harting was officially hired in March, following a nationwide search that began last fall. The school board officially approved Harting’s new contract during an executive session at the June 15 meeting. Byrne said that his contract was up this year, and the board had the option of extending it. But last year, “I said if you feel like you want to seek a new candidate, I am fine with that,” he said. He was then notified in October that they were going to search for a new superintendent. The board’s hiring of Harting announced in March, after embarking on a national search, was somewhat controversial. When his hiring was announced, Marco Corsi, the president of the Board of Education at the time, said “We were very happy with the quality of candidates who interviewed.” “Dr. Harting emerged as the best candidate for our continuing effort to develop life-long learners.” Currently the assistant superintendent for Human Resources, Harting graduated from Eisenhower High School and has worked in all District 218 comprehensive schools. Similar to Byrne, Harting has spent most of his life in District 218. Currently a Palos Heights resident, he grew up in Blue Island. His three daughters graduated from District 218 schools also. Since being hired in 1989, Harting has been a teacher, coach, and dean of students at Richards High School in Oak Lawn; an assistant principal at Eisenhower; and,

principal at Shepard High School in Palos Heights. He said at the time of his hiring, “We need to break out of this cycle of academic predictability that seems to be pervasive in so many of our schools across the nation. District 218 students have as much potential as students anywhere. We need to create environments where we acknowledge there are significant challenges but also understand that these are challenges we can overcome.” Harting earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Master of Arts in English from the University of Illinois at Chicago; Master of Education in School Administration & Evaluation Research, University of Illinois at Chicago; Certificate of Advanced Study with a Superintendent Endorsement, Lewis University; and, Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership, Lewis University. Byrne said that, among other accomplishments during his eight-year tenure as superintendent, enrollment has improved at all the schools in the district. “But it is not just me,” he said, crediting “all the administrators and staff across the board.” “District 218 has been famous for doing more (with limited finances). It is all about addressing the needs of the kids.” He noted that the Board of Education is now working on a plan to provide computer tablets to each student in the district. Exactly which brand of tablet to go with is still under discussion, with cost being a major factor. The board is planning to have the details worked out in time for the rollout to begin in the spring semester of the 2015-17 school year. Submitted photo “This is new territory,” said Byrne. He said he will miss helping the kids the most during his retirement. He also said that aside from spending more The St. Laurence Mothers’ Club raised the most money in the club’s history this year -- $26,000 -- which will support time with family, he has no big plans for vacations the students of St. Laurence. From left, Co-Treasurer Lori Caparelli, Secretary Debbie Moorman, President Noreen or anything else as he embarks on his retirement. Aderman, and Co-Treasurer MaryBeth Dwyer present the Mothers’ Club check to Assistant Principal Dan Turney. “I have a lot of gardening and other things to do around the house. That will keep me busy,” he said.

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Moraine’s fitness center bulks up By Kelly White Correspondent

Moraine Valley Community College’s Heath, Fitness and Recreation Center is a little more than a year old and is exceeding expectations, according to officials The HFRC center located at 9000 W College Parkway in Palos Hills, held its grand opening in March, 2014 and has since seen an increase in memberships from the original 1,457 that first spring semester to 2,210 this spring. “We are already projecting an estimated 2,800 memberships by the end of year 2016,” Mike Schneider, director of campus recreation, said at Wednesday night’s board meeting. “Initially we were targeting for 2,000 memberships by this time of year and we have already exceeded that number.” Schneider reported over 5,700 different students visited the building since its grand opening, totaling over 80,000 in returning visits of those same students in a one-year period. Full-time students compiled the majority of students, averaging in at 75 percent, with part-time students mking up the other 25 percent. Student memberships are not the only form of memberships that have grown since last spring. “We offer a couple different membership choices, including community members, community families and Moraine Valley employees, spouses and families,” Schneider said, “We did not expect so many memberships from the community families’ category and it is continuing to grow.” Community families include a family membership for members in the college’s district for the cost of $100 a month. They make up 365 memberships of the 2,210. There are 1,560 solo community memberships for $42 a month and 285 MVCC employees, spouses and family memberships. “Right now, Palos Hills’ residents and residents

from about a five-mile stretch surrounding Palos Hills make up the majority of our community and community family memberships,” Schneider said. Advertising may be an issue as the radius of people from outlying communities may not be expanding, according to Trustee Eileen O’Sullivan. Schneider told her the college has done a lot and continues to advertise through flyers, mailers and the new installation of the FitRec App that can be downloaded on any iPhone or Android device. A survey was completed by all HFRC members in March weighing the pros and cons of the center, and Schneider said the lack of parking was the main drawback as to why people refuse to join or fail to come more often. After the recent graduation, parking has become less of an issue, he said. Although parking may be causing a hiccup for the recreation center, it is definitely not showing in any of the building’s statistics. The Learn to Swim Program at the center for beginning swimmers has grown from 33 children during the spring, 2014 opening to more than 100 children this spring. The summer camp number also increased from 28 children in the summer of 2014 to 55 this summer. There are also 12 personal trainers in the facility that have served 130 members since the grand opening. O’Sullivan believes membership continues to grow because of the month-to-month membership provided. “A lot of gym memberships charge a large cancellation fee,” she said. Another perk of the HFRC is the number of students employed from the college. “We have employed over 100 students so far,” Schneider said, “A lot of positions that take on are entry level positions but there are also growth opportunities that can turn into management.”

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Queen of Peace Golf Classic The 23rd annual Queen of Peace Golf Classic will be held on Friday, Aug. 21, at the Silver Lake Country Club in Orland Park. All beginners and golf enthusiasts are welcomed to participate in either the 9-hole Rolling Hills Shotgun or the 18-hole North Course with tee time. For the non-golfers, come join us at the After Golf Party & BBQ beginning at 2 p.m. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information on how to be a sponsor or to register for the outing, visit www.queen ofpeacehs.org.

CLASS REUNIONS Sandburg Class of 1970 Sandburg High School, Class of 1970, will celebrate their 45th reunion on Friday, Sept. 11, at Palos Country Club, followed by a picnic on Saturday. For more information, contact Kathy Lovitt at kllskgml@hotmail.com or 609-0108.

Alison Hannah Rehfus, of Orland Park, has been named to the President’s List at Clemson University for the spring 2015 semester. Rehfus’s major is Environmental and Natural Resources. To be named to the President’s List, a student must achieve a 4.0 (all As) grade-point average. *** Bristole Ryff, of Orland Park, a senior sociology major and a business management minor at Ripon College in Ripon, Wis., has been named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2015 semester, which recognizes academic excellence. *** Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, announced an updated list of local students awarded degrees during spring commencement exercises on May 16. Brian Bere, of Palos Park, Martha Fitzgerald, of Palos Heights, and Jaclyn Novak, of Orland Park. *** Sean Dwyer, of Palos Park, qualified for the Honor Roll for spring 2015 at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. To qualify for the Honor Roll, a student must take at least 12 credits and earn a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.3 (out of a possible 4.0)

Trinity Christian College named among Top 25 Christian Colleges for Social Work

Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights has been listed as one of the Top 25 Christian Colleges for a Social Work Degree Program in 2015. According to the Social Work Degree Guide, “Trinity Christian College is committed to its students’ long-term success, and annual outcomes reveal that the vast majority of graduates identify as professional social workers and feel that they can successfully apply ethical principles and critical thinking skills in their work.” “It is an honor for our proance counselors and principals. gram to be named one of the Listed below are local 2015 Marquette Bank Ed- top 25 Christian colleges for ucation Foundation Scholarship recipients (note: information is listed by high school location and includes student’s name/hometown, high school and the institution he or she is planning to attend): • Mayra Serna of Oak Lawn; Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School; University of Missouri at Columbia • Brianna Mooney of Evergreen Park; Evergreen Park High School; St. Xavier University • Sadik Odeh of Oak Lawn; Oak Lawn Community High School; University of Illinois – Champaign • Adhem Hinnawi of Chicago Ridge; Richards High School; University of Illinois – Champaign • Anne Noonan of Orland Park; Sandburg High School; Carnegie Mellon • Ashley Dettlaff of Palos Heights; Stagg High School; University of Illinois – Champaign The Marquette Bank Education Foundation Scholarship Program is part of the Marquette Neighborhood Commitment, where each quarter the bank focuses on a different area of need, including: shelter, hunger, education and health/wellness. For more information on the Marquette Bank Education Foundation Scholarship Program, call 1-888-254-9500.

Marquette Bank awards scholarships to 60 grads Marquette Bank, a locally-owned neighborhood bank, continued its 49-year tradition of awarding scholarships to local graduating seniors. In honor of Marquette Bank’s 70th anniversary, the Marquette Bank Education Foundation Scholarship Program awarded the largest number of scholarships to date and presented 60 students from Chicagoland schools with individual scholarships of $2,500 for a total amount of $150,000. Since 1967, almost $2.9 million has been awarded to over 1,500 high school seniors from Chicagoland neighborhoods. Students are selected based on financial need, scholastic achievement and a record of volunteer service in their respective communities. The scholarship can be used for any post-secondary education program, including: four-year universities, community colleges and vocational training schools. “The students receiving these scholarships have exceeded the volunteer service requirements set by their individual high schools showing their commitment to service and to making a difference. Marquette Bank is proud to help them as they continue on to further their education,” George Moncada, President and CEO of Marquette Bank, said. The scholarships were funded by the Marquette Bank Education Foundation (MBEF) and were awarded to students recommended by their guid-

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social work,” said BSW Program Director and Department Chair Cini Bretzlaff-Holstein. “We are proud of our students and alumni who seek to pursue their vocational call for service through the social work profession.” Trinity’s social work program prepares students for community-centered generalist social work practice and emphasizes that community well-being is essential to a common good, that each community has gifts and assets, and that people are called to participate in community. — Trinity Christian College

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Every day that you’re outside, you’re exposed to dangerous, but invisible, ultraviolet (UV) sunlight. Left unprotected, prolonged exposure to UV radiation can seriously damage the eye, leading to cataracts, skin cancer around the eyelid and other eye disorders. Protecting your eyes is important to maintaining eye health now and in the future. Shield your eyes (and your family’s eyes) from harmful UV rays. Wear sunglasses with maximum UV protection. For more information, visit www.thevisioncouncil.org/consumers/sunglasses. A public service message from The Vision Council.

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COMMUNITY NOTES Worth Township assessment appeal assistance The Worth Township Assessor’s office will be open until Monday, July 13, for filing appeals of the 2015 Real Estate Assessment for all homeowners in Worth Township. Assessor John Dietrick’s staff will assist all Worth Township homeowners with filing the 2015 Real

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Estate Assessed Valuation Complaint and research of comparable properties through July 13. The office is at 11601 S. Pulaski Road in Alsip. Office hours are Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The entrance to the Assessor’s Office is on the west (Pulaski) side of the building and handicapped parking is available. For more, call Assessor Dietrick’s office at 371-2900, ext. 46 and 47.

RECREATION ROUNDUP Ice cream socials at Heights parks

The Palos Heights Parks and Recreation Department will host an ice cream social with games and music at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Palmer Park. Ice cream is limited to the first 100 people who come. Future ice cream socials are scheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Community Park and on Aug. 5 at Passarelli Park. For more, call the Recreation Center at 361-1807.

Heights Park Cruisers drop-in day camps

The Palos Heights Parks and Recreation Department will bring its free drop-in day camp program to neighborhood parks on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Park staff will bring their van loaded with equipment to a local park to lead youngsters ages 6-10 in a variety of activities, sporting challenges and craft projects. The schedule is: Crawford Park July 7 and 9;

Community Park July 14 and 16; Walsh Westgate Valley Park July 21 and 23 and Community Park July 28 and 30. No registration needed. Parents are asked to send children with water bottles. If it is raining at 10 a.m. the program is cancelled for that day. For more, call 361-1807, or stop by the Recreation Center, 6601 W 127th St.

Canoe lesson

Palos Park Rec. will teach people to canoe on Tuesday, July 7, from 1 to 4 p.m. starting on the Village Green, 8901 W. 123rd St. Instruction will be given on land before two hours of canoeing at Tampier Lake. Transportation will be provided. This program will teach the safety and mechanics of manning a canoe. Each canoe will need two people; sign up as a pair, or be assigned a partner. Must be 13 or older. Fees are $20-$24. Life jackets provided. For more, call 671-3760 or visit palospark.org.

LIBRARY NOTES Book & Film The Book & Film Series returns to the Palos Park Public Library on Wednesday, July 8, at 2 p.m. with the movie “Wild” based on the bestselling book by Cheryl Strayed. Reese Witherspoon stars in the Oscar-nominated film about one woman’s 1,100-mile solo hike up the Pacific Crest Trail. Run time 115 minutes. Free. All who attend will be entered in a raffle to win a free copy of the book. The library is at 12330 Forest Glen Blvd. Call the library to register at 448-1530, or for more information, visit the library online at www.palosparklibrary.org.

Heights library upcoming events

The Palos Heights Public Library will be closed on the Fourth of July for Independence Day. The library will take part in the parade along Harlem Avenue, starting at noon. • Farmers Market – the library will offer storytime at the Farmers Market at 10 a.m. on the first and third Wednesdays. • Ravinia Tickets – The library has a limited number of lawn tickets available for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Martin Theatre at Ravinia. Tickets are free but are limited to Palos Heights Library cardholders only, and two tickets (one event) per family. Stop at the Adult Services Reference Desk for more information. • Featured Database/Product: Freegal Music – you can stream three hours of music each day, absolutely free. Palos Heights cardholders can use the Freegal Music service to download three songs a week as well from the extensive Sony Music catalog of musicians. Visit www.palosheightslibrary. org, hover on ‘Services,’ and select Freegal Music to learn more. The following clubs meet at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. No registration necessary. • Needle Club – Bring your projects to the Needle Club on Tuesday, July 7, from 10 a.m. to noon. • Mah Jongg – Tuesday, July 7, at 1 p.m. Novice and experienced players welcome.

• Scrabble Club – will meet Tuesday, July 7 at 1 p.m. • Thursday @ the Movies – The Library will show the musical film “Moulin Rouge!” starring Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman, on July 9 at 10 a.m. (w/ subtitles), 2 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. Rated PG-13; 127 minutes. • Computer Basics – Join us in our Technology Lab for a hands-on, instructional course about personal computing fundamentals on Wednesday, July 8, at 2 p.m. Space is limited for this course; please register. Registration is required for programs where noted, and always encouraged. Please register for programs by contacting the Adult Services Reference Desk at 448-1473, or visit the Library’s website at www. palosheightslibrary.org, hover over “Programs,” and click “Online Programs Calendar.”

Heights library youth programs

• Tweens (entering grades 4 and 5) – Tweens are welcome for an hour of fun with activities and friends today (Thursday), at 1:30 p.m. Registration is appreciated. • Patriotic Lego Builders (ages 4 and up) – Create with the library’s Lego collection on Friday, July 3, at 10 a.m. Registration not needed. • Teens (entering grades 6 &and up) – Teens are invited to meet friends for fun on Monday, July 6, at 1:30 p.m. Registration is appreciated. • Fancy Nancy Dancin’ to the Rhythm Friday, July 7, at 10 a.m. Boys and girls are invited to get fancy and dance this summer party. Please register in advance. • Chess Club – Kids ages 6 and up can play on Wednesday, July 8, at 7 p.m. Registration is not required. • The 1, 2, 3s (entering grades 1-3) – weekly themed stories, games, crafts, and snacks on Wednesday, July 8, at 1:30 p.m. Registration required. All programs are free and open to everyone at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. For more information or to register for a program, visit www.palosheightslibrary.org, call 448-1473, or stop by the Youth Services desk.

Heights Woman’s Club jewelry sale at Farmers Market will benefit needy The Home Life Department of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club, a not for profit 501(c) (3) charitable organization, will be selling gently used jewelry to raise funds for needy families at the July 8 Palos Heights Farmers Market. Many beautiful pieces will be available for purchase. Information about the Women’s Club will also be available, along with their calendar of upcoming events. The Palos Heights Car Classic will be held on July 16. Representatives of the Beautification Committee will be selling Split the Pot raffle tickets at every farmers market for only $2 each. The minimum Grand Prize is $10,000. The drawing will be held the evening of the Car Classic, and proceeds benefit the Palos Heights Beautification Committee. Face painting is available at the market. Stop by the City Tent to see Cate. She has a large selection

of designs to choose from, or just tell her what you would like. Berries, cherries, and a very large selection of vegetables are in the market every week. Stop by and pick up everything you need for summer parties and celebrations. Other food products available include breads, croissants, bakery, pies and noodles, cheeses, eggs, butter, olive oils and vinegars, jams and local honey, beef, pork, bacon, sausages and chicken, salsas, pasta sauces and Italian peppers, toffee, three different varieties of ready to eat tamales, pizza and pizza products, ready to bake pizza, pesto, and organic and vegan frozen vegetable patties and wraps, soups, desserts and peppers. Make sure to bring your knives and tools to be sharpened onsite, and pick up everything you need for summer parties and picnics at Pampered Chef. The market is partnering with

Dr. John Principe MD of WellbeingMD Center for Life for the 2015 “Recipes of the Week”. Pick up this week’s recipe along with previous summertime recipes while at the City Tent. In addition, all previous recipes can be found at www.WellbeingMD.com, or at www.palosheights.org Reservations continue to be taken for this year’s Community Tent. Interested not-for-profit organizations, area businesses and local artisans should email farmersmarket@palosheights.org or call 203-6631 for more information. Reservations are taken on a first come first served basis, and dates are available in September and October. Additional information about the Palos Heights Farmers Market can be found at www.palosheights. org, by calling 361-1800, join us on Facebook, or email farmers market@palosheights.org

Heights family fun weekends in July begin with Independence celebrations The Palos Heights Parks and Recreation Department is going to have a family fun recreational events held every weekend in July, starting with Independence Day fun this Friday and Saturday. This Friday is the annual Independence Day Celebration from 4:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at Memorial Park. There will be amusements, food vendors, DJ, fireworks, beer tent, and a live band Derringer and Rye. This is a family fun event and a great way to kick off the holiday weekend. The Fourth of July this Saturday is the annual Independence Day Parade stating at noon. Get dressed in red, white, and blue and come out to support the community. Parade starts at Harris Bank

and heads north on Harlem Ave to 119th. Saturday, July 11, the Palos Heights Pool will be hosting the first Caribbean Beach Bash 4 to 7 p.m. This event will be a night of island fun. Pool staff will be leading exciting beach themed activities. There will be live entertainment and family friendly contest. Saturday, July 18, gather the whole family for an exciting day at the Palos Heights Recreation Department at the annual Family Fun Day 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Families will participate in some old-fashioned picnic games. Families will also enjoy making their own ice cream sundaes. This event is free to the community and for all ages.

Friday, July 24, at 5 p.m. through Saturday, July 25, at 9 a.m., is The Great American Backyard Campout. Bring the whole family, the tent, and sleeping bags to snooze under the stars at Lake Katherine located at 7402 Lake Katherine Drive in Palos Heights. There will be a variety of activities that will keep your family active and entertained throughout the evening, including a campfire to tell stories around and eat s’mores. Dinner and a light breakfast will be served. Resident rate is $20; nonresident $30. For more information, call or visit the Recreation Center 6601 W 127th St., 361-1807. — Palos Heights Parks Dept.

Orland will celebrate Independence with Liberty run and Bash with fireworks Orland Park’s celebration of Independence Day that began with a concert on Sunday at Centennial Park West continues this Friday, at 7 p.m., when the village’s Recreation Department hosts its annual Liberty Run/Walk at Centennial Park. The Liberty Run/Walk is a 2-mile, chip timed race or one mile walk through Centennial Park. All participants receive race shirts, free admission to Centennial Pool on July 3 or 4, post-race refresh-

ments and an entry into the post-race raffle drawings. Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female finisher overall and in each age group. A Kids’ Run for Fun 50 Yard Dash will take place during the event, starting at 7:30 for ages four to eight. The cost for the 2-mile Liberty Run is $14 for village residents and $20 for non-residents. Registration fees for the one-mile Liberty Walk are $8 for village residents and $12 for non-residents.

Advanced registration is required for the Liberty Run/Walk and is available at Recreation Administration, 14600 South Ravinia Avenue and at the village’s Sportsplex 11351 West 159th Street. Call the Recreation Department at 403-7275 with questions. The Village of Orland Park’s Independence Day Bash this Saturday opens with a free concert

Snow on Palos Village Green forecast for Christmas in July Palos Park Rec. offers Christmas in July on Wednesday, July 8, from 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Recreation Center and on the Village Green, 8901 W. 123rd St. Fitness classes will work out to holiday music and favorite holiday movies will be shown on the big screen. The Village Green will be full of the snow. Palos Park Fire

District will hook up the “snow” machine at 6 p.m. (bubbles made from Dawn dishwashing soap). Attendees can wear swimsuits to jump through the snow and get hosed off later. Snow cones will cost 50 cents; games and fun prizes throughout the day. Holiday hats, sweaters, and snow gear allowed. For more, visit Palospark.org. This is a free event.

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Choosing the best fish oil for your health Q: My brother has started taking a prescription fish oil called Lovaza for his cholesterol. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been taking fish oil for a long time and I wonder if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s better than what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been taking. There are lots of different fish oils for sale at the store, how do you tell which ones are best?

A: Fish oil is a wonderful product for people to take and has been the subject of more studies than any natural supplement on the market. Fish oil has been shown to be beneficial for conditions ranging from high cholesterol, arthritis, high blood pressure, brain function, weight loss and more. If there were one supplement other than a daily multivitamin that I would recommend for overall health it would be fish oil. The problem with fish oil, and it is the case with many natural products on the market, is that there is a wide variety of fish oils on the market that vary greatly in quality and potency. There are two easy but important ways to judge the quality of fish oil. The first is to see if it has been independently tested to ensure that the fish oil is free of mercury, lead, and other contaminates. If it has been tested for these things it will say so on the label. If the fish oil in your cabinet doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t say that it has been tested, I would not advise taking it. Another term sometimes used is â&#x20AC;&#x153;molecularly distilledâ&#x20AC;?. Not all fish oil is equal, and molecular distillation and/or testing to ensure the product is free from contaminants is not required by the FDA for fish oil to be on the market, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important that we become discerning consumers when looking to buy omega 3 fish oils. The second way to judge fish oil is by the amount of EPA and DHA present. Fish oil is a source of omega 3, the essential fatty acid that is so beneficial to our health, but the real way

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to judge how potent an omega 3 fish oil supplement is not by the amount of fish oil in a softgel, but by the amount of EPA and DHA present (EPA and DHA are the beneficial parts of omega 3 fatty acids). The best fish oils to take are fish oil concentrates, which means that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s made in a way to be higher in the amounts of EPA and DHA per pill than regular fish oil. The amount of EPA and DHA should be listed on the back of the bottle under â&#x20AC;&#x153;supplement facts.â&#x20AC;? Lovaza is a new fish oil concentrate on the market that is made by the pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline. While it is a fine omega 3 supplement, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not necessarily better or more potent that other premium fish oil concentrates on the market. It is however, extremely expensive. I called Walgreens to get a quote on the price and was told that a one-month supply would cost $205, which I thought was rather shocking. The most important thing to remember is that not all fish oil or omega 3 supplements are created equal. There can be a wide variety in quality and potency from brand to brand. Make sure to check to see the amount of EPA and DHA your fish oil contains per pill and try to get the highest amounts of those two essential fatty acids that you can, since itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the amount of EPA and DHA present in fish oil that is beneficial to our health. Two great fish oil concentrates

that I would recommend are Source Naturalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ultra Potency Omega 3 (which is similar in potency per pill to the prescription fish oil Lovaza) and Solgarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Omega 950 (which actually has a higher potency of EPA and DHA per pill than Lovaza). Taking omega 3 fish oils are one of the best things you can do for your health. New research on the positive effects of taking fish oil is coming out almost daily for cardiovascular health, brain function, reducing joint inflammation, and many more conditions. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so important to take fish oils because unlike many nutrients that the body can synthesize, omega 3 fatty acids are not able to be made in our bodies and must come from the diet. To submit a question to be answered in a future column send an email to healthyanswersforlife@ gmail.com or mail to Healthy Answers for Life c/o Pass Health Foods at 7228 W. College Drive, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Carolyn Johnson is one of the knowledgeable associates at Pass Health Foods at 7228 W. College Drive. Feel free to stop by the store for more information or advice. www. passhealthfoods.com This column makes no claims to diagnose, treat, prevent, mitigate, or cure diseases with any advice or products. Any health related information in this article is for educational purposes only. The ultimate responsibility for your choices and their effect on your health are yours and before applying any therapy or use of herbs, supplements, etc., you should consult your health care provider.

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Advice to a young vet This past week a student who is about to graduate veterinary college contacted me. I was asked if I would be able to sit down with him for a while to talk about going into practice as a newly minted vet. Being a pizza connoisseur, I suggested we meet at Pronto Pizza by the new Whole Foods store on La Grange Road and spend some time talking. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nervous, of course, about starting in a very demanding and very public career and I appreciated that he would want advice from me. I used to treat his families pets when he was about 3 feet tall. We talked for over an hour and I think some of the comments I made to him could apply to all young men and women entering the workforce. These are my very personal opinions in no particular order. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s call him Bill. Bill, you are the most dangerous to an animalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s welfare than you are ever going to be for the remainder of your career. You have a lot of book knowledge right now but you are dangerous and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know crap right now. Learn early and fast how to ask for advice and help from other vets who have been around. Accept right now that you are never going to anywhere near a specialist in all fields. The veterinary medical field, though small compared to human medicine, is vast and so very broad and wide that you should feel somewhat inadequate for the next 35 years. You are about to graduate and your training will just begin. Never stop reading. You should read textbooks and journals at least one to two hours daily for the next 10 years, then for at least an hour a day for the rest of your career. There is nothing good on TV anyway except the military and history channels. Get used to being asked, â&#x20AC;&#x153;How much does that cost Dr. Bill?â&#x20AC;? The two main questions clients will ask you are: Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wrong and how much does it cost to fix it? These are good and valid questions. Have an answer. Remember, how much money a person has in the bank has zero correlation to how much they will spend to get their pet well. Lack of the ability (actually lack of willingness) of many of your clients to pay for services for their petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s care, in my opinion, is most likely a driving factor behind the fact that fully 28 percent of veterinarians have considered, or are considering, leaving the profession. Bill, volunteer to be the one to stay late and see that late-arriving sick pet. If you have the opportunity to take night and weekend emergency calls â&#x20AC;&#x201C; do so. You will learn more about medicine and about people than you will if you just stick to the 9-to â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 job. In the â&#x20AC;&#x153;oldâ&#x20AC;? days we were on call 24/7: 365. When you come in at 2 a.m. to treat someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s baby they never forget and strong bonds are forged. I know we all use emergency clinics now, and that â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s good for having a private life, but do at least some emergency work if your boss will allow you. I was lucky. When I started practice working 60 to 80 hours a week was considered a normal workweek. We learned more and quicker. I know you said your father could help set you up in your own practice before the end of the year. This is the biggest mistake you could make. You need to work with seasoned vets for three to five years before you try that nonsense. Forget it. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be cavalier in surgery. If you encounter a

situation you are not absolutely confident you can get through, stop and get help. Similarly, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be embarrassed to ask another vet for help. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve all been there. After 35 years of practice, I still call specialists for advice, or grab one of the other vets to assist in surgery if needed or just refer the particular case to someone who just does surgery. Get a pet. I would not hire an associate who doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t own a dog or ca: the more the better. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to have an associate who has never had their heart torn up by the loss of a special pet. When you are working with someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pet I think you should be thinking about how you would want someone to work with your pet. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go for all that detachment crap. I know you have been taught all about compassion fatigue and how you need to protect yourself but I think too much is made of that. If you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel your clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pain you are going miss out on a lot of the good part that veterinary medicine has to offer you. Develop a special interest area. Not all of your clients can or will go to a specialist, so if in your practice each veterinarian is a little better than the others in a particular area, like dermatology, dentistry, or internal medicine, then you can all be ready resources for one another. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worry that you are not a neurologist and a surgeon and an oncologist all rolled into one. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be jealous of the higher fees that a specialist receives for their work. They deserve it. Enjoy your life as a general practitioner. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the best â&#x20AC;&#x153;specialtyâ&#x20AC;? out there. Learn early on in your career to say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know the answer to that â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but I can find itâ&#x20AC;?. If you make a mistake be the first to admit it and never try to hide it. Never lie. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pretend to know something and try to BS clients if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know the correct answer. The other vets (and most clients) will see through your BS and hopefully will call you on it. Treat people fairly. Whether you are a Christian or not pick up a Bible and memorize Matthew 7:12. This simple command will smooth out a lot of bumps in the road for your next 35 to 40 years of practice. If your boss gives you a limited â&#x20AC;&#x153;allowanceâ&#x20AC;? of discounts that you can give each month, save them for people who really need the help. Consider single moms and young parents who have kids. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m all for a senior discount once in a while but us old farts have had many years to save up and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d prefer to help a young struggling family if I had to choose. Understand from the beginning that most of the dogs that you will be seeing are either heavy or overweight and that 99 per cent of the people you talk to about weight loss in their pet will nod their heads in agreement then ignore everything you say. When a pet is ill call the people at home until you are satisfied that everything will be OK. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good training for you and the people appreciate it. On the down side, when you get a fresh batch of lab tests in and call Mrs. Jones at 6 p.m. and have just spent half an hour going over everything, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be surprised when she says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh Dr Bill, thank you for calling, can I put my husband on the phone and have you explain all of that to him?â&#x20AC;? You are very privileged to be entering a great profession, one of the oldest and most honorable. Technology is never going to eliminate your job. Do nothing to injure our profession. Recognize how

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SENIOR NOTES Property fraud prevention tips The Cook County Recorder of Deeds Officeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Director of Public Information and Communications Mario Reed will address the Peace Village Seniors on Monday, July 20, at 2:30 p.m., at Peace Village Commons, 10300 Village Circle Drive, Mario Reed Palos Park. Reed will speak about how to recognize and avoid fraud against your property, Amanda Janicke, coordinator, said.

HEALTH BEAT Smith Village free support group, film

Residents who take care of older adults with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease or dementia, will have a chance learn the â&#x20AC;&#x153;ABCs of Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;? at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, when Smith Village, at 2320 W. 113th Place, presents an hour-long memory support group. Diane Morgan, memory support Diane Morgan coordinator at the continuing care retirement community, will lead the discussion and share statistics and risk factors, the stages and what to expect, and the behaviors that are a form of communication. Before ending at 7:30 p.m., light refreshments will be served. To reserve a seat, call 773-474-7300.

Free CPR classes at Orland Township

Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., offers free CPR classes for both seniors and adults ages 16-54 on Tuesday, July 7 at 1 p.m. (seniors) and Monday, July 13 at 6 p.m. (adults). The classes will be led by instructors from the Orland Fire Protection District and certificates will be distributed upon completion. Registration is required; call 403-4222. Additional classes, including health care provider CPR, which includes a certification card, are also held monthly at the fire departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Station 3. Dates and times are at www.orlandfire.org.

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Work toward your own Financial Independence Day It’s almost the Fourth of July — time for fireworks, picnics and a reflection on all the liberties we possess in this country. But if you’re going to enjoy the freedom to do the things you want, especially during your retirement years, you’ll want to take the steps necessary to achieve your own “Financial Independence Day.” Here are a few suggestions for helping you reach that goal: • Liberate yourself from debt. For most of us, a certain amount of debt is unavoidable. But the greater control you can gain over your debts, the better off you will be, because any dollars not spent in paying debts can be used to save and invest for your future. So look for ways to cut down on your spending and think about postponing some purchases until you can pay for them in cash. It may not be easy, but it’s possible. And by putting this “found money” to work immediately in quality investments, you may motivate yourself to keep a lid on your debt level. • Unlock the power of time. Albert Einstein once said, “The most powerful force in the universe is compound interest.” Einstein, who knew a thing or two about the nature of time, clearly recognized its importance in investing. In fact, as an investor, time may be your greatest ally. The more years in which you invest, the more dollars you’ll put in, and the longer you’ll have for your investments to potentially grow. Even if you’re just starting out in your career and can only invest a small amount each month, you’ll be starting to accumulate the amount you’ll eventually need to enjoy the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned. • Release your investments’ growth potential. To attain financial freedom during your retirement years, you will need to invest for growth — it’s that simple. So include an appropriate amount of growth-oriented vehicles in your overall investment mix. Ultimately, this mix should be based on your risk tolerance, time horizon and specific long-term goals.

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Edward Jones Investments • Free your investments from “clustering.” In the investment world, as in many other arenas of life, you can have “too much of a good thing.” For example, if you own a particular investment, such as a stock, that has done well, you might think that it’s a good idea to own more of the same type of stock. But when investing, duplication can be dangerous, because if a market downturn affects one asset class particularly hard, and much of your portfolio is tied up in that asset class, you could take a big hit. Instead of “clustering” your dollars around a single asset or two, you could diversify your holdings by owning a mix of stocks, bonds, government securities and other vehicles. While diversification can potentially help you reduce the impact of volatility on your holdings, a diversified portfolio can’t guarantee a profit or protect you from loss. Achieving any type of freedom, in any kind of endeavor, takes time and effort. That’s certainly the case with financial freedom— you will need to consistently make the right moves, over a period of many years, before you can finally declare your fiscal independence. But once you reach that point, you will likely conclude that your diligence and dedication were well worth it. Jim Van Howe is a ﬁnancial advisor with Edward Jones, in Palos Heights. His ofﬁce is at 7001 W. 127th St. He can be reached at 3613400. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

Edward Jones named one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials Financial-services firm Edward Jones was recognized as one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials in the country by Great Place to Work and Fortune magazine, according to James Van Howe, a financial advisor for Edward Jones. Edward Jones ranked the No. 10 best workplace for millennials, a generation defined from the early 1980s through 2001. This ranking comes from an anonymous survey of associates administered by the workplace culture experts at Great Place to Work. “As we grow our firm to serve succeeding generations of individual investors, we know that attracting and developing millennials is key to our long-term success,” said Van Howe. “We offer a career destination and a business model that allows them to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients.” Edward Jones and the 99 other winning companies were selected based on the evaluations of nearly

Orland Park Tenerelli Anthony D to Jameson Kyle, 14415 Greenland Ave, $237,000; Smith Sherry Adm to Meier Kurt E, 8925 147th St, $195,000; Fleming Andrew J Tr to Miller George E, 17839 Maryland Ct, Unit #31, $183,000; Mccormick Leonette Ann Tr to Simard Lorraine C, 11123 Shenandoah Dr, $268,500; Bruss Herbert E to Whitlow Brandy, 13959 84th Ave, $176,000; An Capital Inc to Matyszka Income Trust, 16430 Sherwood Dr, $162,000; Intercounty Judicial Sales Corp to Residential Solutions Inc, 10235 Hilltop Ave, $83,000; Judicial Sales Corp to Residential Solutions Inc, 9141 Fairmont Ct, Unit #61, $66,000; Cole Earl Wayne to Meyers Louis, 11734 Greenfield Dr, $329,500; Bielic Linda T to Hermes John, 18255 Oregon

Height medalist Tom Strack named Champions Ambassador for Jewel Thomas Strack, of Palos Heights, has been named the July 2015 “Change for Champions” Ambassador for Jewel-Osco’s fundraising campaign. An Olympian athlete and Global Messenger for Special Olympics, Strack is celebrating 25 years this year with Jewel-Osco as a courtesy clerk/ bagger in the Palos Heights store, at 12803 S. Harlem Ave. The money raised during this campaign will go directly to Special Olympics Illinois, which benefits programs including sending athletes to the World Games in California and Project UNIFY ®. “Thomas has been a wonderful, hardworking employee who knows many of our customers on a first name basis and continually offers them assistance with their groceries,” said Mike Withers, President

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Ln, Unit #311, $166,000; Kondratowicz Michael D to Stonkus Tadas, 15353 Treetop Dr, Unit #3A, $97,000; Johandes Carolyn to Municipal T&S Bk Tr, 15229 Catalina Dr, Unit #1B, $92,000; Ducar Philip Paul Tr to Legrand Jennifer M, 7915 W 157th St, Unit #79152E, $165,500; Sellick John R to Walsh Thomas G, 11558 The wrecker’s ball is set to start taking down most Hidden Valley CV, $326,000. of the former Evergreen Plaza this month, according to Evergreen Park Mayor Jim Sexton. Palos Heights The Plaza, which was one of the first of its kind First Midwest Bk Tr to Roe Joan M, 12310 S when it opened as an open-air mall in 1952, will be Ridgeland Ave, $242,500; demolished to make room for a new open air shopMurken Daryl D to Sorenson Scott A, 12002 ping center at 95th Street and Western Avenue in the S 72nd Ct, $230,000; village. At its peak, the Plaza was a premiere shopping Newman Ronald C to Rovella Anthony J Jr, destination and had 120 stores and a food court. 7449 W Ute Ln, $283,500; The Plaza was enclosed in the early 1960s and Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Biernacki became the nation’s first suburban indoor mall. That was then, and the mall has been basically Mark J, 8 North Bay Rd, $272,500. closed for a couple of years. This rebirth has been a project for Sexton “for too long,” he said. Palos Park “Carson’s will stay, which a lot of people wanted,” Mccue Timothy C to Nash Richard, 9753 E Sexton said. “They will get a new two-story building Mill Dr, Unit #32L15, $145,000; Krezel Christopher to Abdallah Mohammed I, to move into when the new mall is finished.” Sexton estimated the new mall would be open in 43 Old Creek Rd, $2,100,000; Frankovich John H to Cabo Susanne Marie, 18-24 months. 12817 Pebble Dr, $367,000; Rogers John to Rusick Janet, Dollar General remodels Hickory store Dollar General has announced it recently completed 12908 E Mill Dr, Unit #E1L9, a remodel of its store at Hickory Plaza Shopping $160,000. Center in Hickory Hills. The new format will continue to offer patrons a Remember to convenient place to shop for all of their everyday recycle this essentials in addition to a fresher layout, wider aisles newspaper! and new look, the company said in a release.

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of Jewel-Osco. “He is also known for handing out holiday greeting cards to all of his fellow associates. A courtesy they look forward to every year.” Strack has served on the Board of Directors for Special Olympics Illinois for the past three years and is the current Global Messenger and Volunteer Athlete. He also plays basketball and is a power lifter for Special Olympics Illinois and was a figure skater for three years. Tom Strack has been a frequent medalist during his athletic career, his achievements reported over the years by The Regional News. He is the son of former Palos Heights mayor Bonnie Strack and her husband Raymond.

90,000 millennial-aged employees who were surveyed using the Trust Index, Great Place to Work’s employee assessment survey. The 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials is part of a series of rankings by Great Place to Work and Fortune based entirely on employee surveys from published Great Place to Work Reviews. “Companies focused on solid growth understand that it’s critical for senior leaders to have an in-depth understanding of all their employees’ experiences, regardless of their age, role in the organization, or any other demographic profile,” says Michael Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work United States. “Great workplaces are constantly monitoring and analyzing their employees’ workplace experiences and then taking action to improve them. Ranking on this list is a great indicator that these companies’ efforts to create great workplaces are resonating with millennials.”

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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Tom Strack, of Palos Heights, an Olympian medalist in figure skating and other sports in Special Olympics, is Jewel-Osco’s Ambassador for Special Olympics of Illinois. He is a 25-year employee of the Palos Heights Jewel-Osco.

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Gas station may reopen in Oak Lawn A BP station closed earlier this year at 103rd and Cicero because the operator ran into tax problems and was evicted, said Oak Lawn Village Manager Larry Deetjen. Deetjen also said a Blaze Pizza, which counts Lebron James

BOB BONG and Julius Peppers among its investors, is coming later this year to 6230 W. 95th St. Customers build pizzas choosing from seven cheeses, eight proteins, 20 vegetables, and three sauces. The pizzas then cook in about three minutes. Bridgeview Bank closes recapitalization deal The parent of Bridgeview Bank Group closed a $47 million recapitalization led by a New York private-equity firm that will enable the institution to shed debt and keep its family leadership intact. The deal will allow Chairman Peter Haleas and CEO William Connaghan to remain, though their share of the company’s stock will fall to less than half from more than 80 percent. Bridgeview Bancorp will use part of the proceeds to redeem preferred shares issued originally to the Treasury Department under the federal bank-bailout program. The $38 million in shares issued under the Troubled Asset Relief Program now are held by private investors after the feds sold them in 2013. Bridgeview Bank Group, with $1.1 billion in assets and 14 branches in the city and suburbs, still is under a consent order with bank regulators. But that is expected to be lifted soon. Bridgeview Bank Group is an active mortgage lender in addition to making small-business and commercial real estate loans. The bank posted net income of $2.7 million in the first quarter. If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line at bobbong@hotmail.com. You can also catch up on Comings & Goings in other parts of the Southland at www.southland businessnews.com and www.southlandsavvy.blogspot. com.

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In the good, old summertime church picnic at St. Alexander Grill master Deacon Jim Horton (from left) is joined by Deacon Tim Keating and parish school Assistant Principal Mary Dombrowski, all of whom worked hard serving picnic-goers free burgers, sausage and hot dogs fresh oﬀ the grill at St. Alexander Church’s annual picnic Sunday on the parish grounds in Palos Heights. ► Photos by Linda Horton

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For your entertainment, the St. Spyridon Dancers, the church’s very own children, will perform traditional Greek dances at 7 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday, July 11 and 12.

St. Spyridon’s Greek Festival ahead The parish of St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church invites everyone to come say OPA! at its annual Greek Festival on Saturday, July 11, from 3 to 11 p.m., and Sunday, July 12, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., at the church, 12307 S. Ridgeland Ave., Palos Heights. St. Spyridon’s Greek Festival has long been known as a must-see and taste event in the Palos area. “So come enjoy a traditional Greek-style festival loaded with great Greek food, fun, fellowship,” organizers said. Jim Korbakes, a longtime Palos Heights resident and president of the Parish Council, said: “I grew up in this parish and every year we strive to bring out the best in authentic Greek food and Greek hospitality to the southwest side. We’re very proud of who we are and want to share our great traditions with all!” The grills will be fired up all day and night with Greek-style seasoned chickens and tender, marinated pork shish kebob being grilled. And of course, the

◄ Youngsters could cool oﬀ on the bouncy water slide, among other attractions for kids at St. Alexander’s church picnic. Other fun at the good, old-fashioned church picnic included free ice cream, a magic show and picnic games.

ever-popular gyros sliced fresh for you. The ladies of the parish have been busy for weeks baking all sorts of Greek pastries from sweet and nutty baklava to buttery-rich kourambiedes and many other unique and traditional pastries that you won’t find anywhere else. And take a break at the fest’s version of a typical Greek café to sit and sip a Greek frappe iced coffee. A Greek party is not complete unless there’s plenty of Greek music and dancing. Traditional folk dances of Greece will be performed by the St. Spyridon Dancers at 7:30 p.m. both days. Kiddie rides and games for the youngsters are also a part of the fun.. Free parking and shuttle available Saturday and Sunday from 3 to 11 p.m. from Trinity College and Palos Courts. St. Spyridon is at 12307 S. Ridgeland Ave., Palos Heights. Admission $2 for adults, children 12 and under free. For more information, call the church office at 385-2311. — St. Spyridon Parish

DEATH NOTICES Glenn ‘Pete’ Bray

nette, Max Burnette, Nell Woodruff and Rosalie Alvarez. Devoted son of the late Melvin and Myrta Bray. Dear brother of Gerald (Betty) Bray. Glenn was a Navy veteran having served stateside during WWII and participated in Honor Flight 2014 and a member of American Legion Orland Memorial Post 111. He worked for the Metropolitan Insurance Company for many years on the south side of Chicago and its suburbs. Glenn was a member of Faith United Methodist Church in Orland Park. Also a member of the Riviera Health Club. He was an avid

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Vacation Bible School will be July 27 – 31; theme is Camp Kilimanjaro at Living Word Lutheran Church, 16301 S Wolf Road in Orland Park. Hours are 9 a.m. to noon for ages 4 years through 5th grade. Early registration is discounted $10 per child for a maximum discount of $30 per family. Registration forms are available online at livingwordorland.org or may be picked up at the church office. (403-9673)

The Orland Park Public Library’s Teen Inc. teen group is holding its 15th annual School Supply and Food Drive at the library this summer. Donations are accepted through Aug. 8 and donated to Orland Township to benefit local families in need. Needed items include canned goods, cereal, diapers and pet food. The library is at 14921 Ravinia Ave. For more, call the library’s Teen Desk at 428-5154.

PEO annual Yard Sale at Palos United Methodist

A little dog appraisingly eyes her master’s hamburger under the dining tent with Jeﬀ and Ofelia Foreman (from left), Terry Horvath and Bill O’Mara, all of whom are active in church ministry.

Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) will hold its annual Multi-Family Contributions Yard Sale on Friday, July 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Palos United Methodist Church, on 12101 S. Harlem Ave. in Palos Heights. There will be antiques, books, kitchenware, collectibles, linens, baby items, home made baked goods and much, much more. All proceeds will go toward scholarships, loans and grants, which help women of all ages over 18.

Terry Horvath and Rosemary Lambert are all smiles as they line up for something cool to drink at the Knights of Columbus tent before heading to eat with friends under the dining tent.

LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF PREVAILING WAGE RATE TO BE PAID ON PUBLIC WORKS – PALOS TOWNSHIP

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TAKE NOTICE that Palos Township of Cook County, Illinois, pursuant to “An Act regulating wages of laborers, mechanics, and other workers employed in any public works by the State, county, city, or any public body or any political subdivision or by anyone under contract for public works,” (820 ILCS 130/) has determined on, and as effective from June 1, 2015, that the general prevailing rate of wages in this locality for laborers, mechanics, and other workmen engaged in the construction of public works coming under the jurisdiction of Palos Township is the same as determined by the Illinois Department of Labor for Cook County as of June 1, 2015. A copy of the full resolution and the Department of Labor determination is available for inspection by any interested party in the main office, Palos Township, located at 10800 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills, Illinois 60465.

TAKE NOTICE that Palos Township Road District of Cook County, Illinois, pursuant to “An Act regulating wages of laborers, mechanics, and other workers employed in any public works by the State, county, city, or any public body or any political subdivision or by anyone under contract for public works,” (820 ILCS 130/) has determined on, and as effective from June 1, 2015, that the general prevailing rate of wages in this locality for laborers, mechanics, and other workmen engaged in the construction of public works coming under the jurisdiction of Palos Township Road District is the same as determined by the Illinois Department of Labor for Cook County as of June 1, 2015. A copy of the full resolution and the Department of Labor determination is available for inspection by any interested party in the main office, Palos Township Road District, located at 10800 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills, Illinois 60465.

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Parishioners, family and friends picnic on the grassy green of the church grounds between the sacristy and football field of St. Alexander parish’s inviting campus.

Glenn “Pete” Bray, 90, of Orland Park, died on June 24. Born Aug. 2, 1924 in Grant’s Lick, KY. WWII U.S. Navy Veteran. Beloved husband for 68 years to Aurora “Dolly” nee Frigo. Loving father of Laurel (Mitch) Alvarez and the late Janel (Larry) Woodruff. Cherished grandfather of Elisa Woodruff, Alan (Rachel) Woodruff, Allison (Billy) Burnette, Luke (Marisa) Alvarez. Dearest great-grandfather of Claire Bur-

LEGAL NOTICE F14080156 Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT – CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. JAMES E. TALERICO; VICTORIA M. TALERICO; MARQUETTE BANK; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 14 CH 14266 Calendar 58 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, July 13, 2015 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: THE SOUTH 228.00 FEET (EXCEPT THE EAST 235.0 FEET THEREOF) OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE WEST 25 ACRES (EXCEPT THE NORTH 1/2 ACRE THEREOF AND ALSO EXCEPT THE SOUTH 1046.90 FEET THEREOF) OF THE EAST 100 ACRES OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS AND CONTAINING 0.92 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. P.I.N. 23-34-100-068-0000. Commonly known as 12920 South 94th Avenue, Palos Park, Illinois 60464. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www. fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. F14080156 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122

golfer, fisherman and music lover. Visitation held June 28 at Colonial in Orland Park. Funeral services were held June 29 at Faith United Methodist Church in Orland Park. Interment Orland Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Avon Foundation Breast Cancer Crusade appreciated.

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT – CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, -v.CHARLOTTE J. O’BRYAN, MARK J. O’BRYAN, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC. AS NOMINEE FOR MERIT FINANCIAL INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 09 CH 31519 12901 S. 82ND COURT Palos Park, IL 60464 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 4, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 5, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive – 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 1 IN GROVER C. ELMORE AND COMPANY’S HOME ADDITION TO PALOS PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTH WEST QUARTER OF THE NORTH EAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 12901 S. 82ND COURT, Palos Park, IL 60464 Property Index No. 23-35-207-001-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $369,944.85. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number 09-0328. 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. KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 Attorney File No. 09-0328 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 09 CH 31519 TJSC#: 35-7429 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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PHOTO MEMORIES FROM THE REGIONAL ARCHIVE 40 Years Ago This Week Mike Heniﬀ of the Comanche pitched a no-hitter in a June 25 contest against the Cherokee. The young pitcher recorded 19 strikeouts in the 5-0 contest. [Mike’s father, Bill Heniﬀ, was the Comanche team manager, according to the story in sports by Lee Hochberg]. File photo from July 3, 1975

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When local resident Zane Polzup (left) agreed to share his knowledge of stained glass, 45 adults and teenagers jumped at the chance to learn. Two groups under his direction met weekly as part of recreational activities sponsored by the Palos Park recreation board.

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Like em' or not, weather forecasters deserve credit Here is a shout out to the people most people want to shout curses at. The weather forecasters. People get mad at these men and women when they give forecasts for bad weather. People get mad at them for being wrong. People say they don’t know what they are talking about. Yet, we all go back to these meteorological mavens to find out what it’s going to do tomorrow night or next weekend. Why? Because they are usually more right than wrong. It’s been a crazy spring in our area – crazier than usual. One day, we are in shorts and sweating and the next day is sweatshirt weather. Teeth can be heard chattering in late June for goodness sake. How can you get a handle on that? We’ve had thunder storm warnings, hail warnings, flood warnings, tornado warnings and just about every other warning short of “Careful with that axe, Eugene.” So far, our area hasn’t suffered much. Coal City, however, was ravaged June 22 by a tornado that is being called the worst one in the area since Plainfield’s 1990 disaster. Thanks to all of the early weather warnings and sirens going off there were thankfully no deaths. We can give the forecasters a little credit for that, can’t we? I’ve heard the argument “Geez, they have millions of dollars of equipment and radar – why can’t they get it right?’’ My answer to that is that even the radar isn’t infallible. Once I was covering a baseball game in Miami and it was delayed by a huge rainstorm. I checked the radar to see how long this bad boy was going to last and the radar showed nothing! My computer said it was sunny. A look out the window showed otherwise. I equate predicting weather with doing all the research in the world but in the end, it’s like putting a playing card on the table and guessing if it’s an odd number, even number, picture card or joker. Speaking of jokes, I once heard this one,

and it sums up forecasters pretty well: The most honest answer to “What’s the weather going to be?” is “I don’t know.’’ This rally stunk The biggest event in the Chicago area in June was the Blackhawks celebration June 18 through the streets of downtown and Soldier Field. Were there millions of people or hundreds of thousands? Believe what you want, but there were a lot. I’m a little too old for that stuff. During the Bulls run, I was assigned to cover the rally of their fourth NBA championship at Grant Park. I was actually paid to be there, so I shouldn’t whine. But I’ll whine. I was told I would be in the media area and I thought that would be great. I would be up close to the action. I didn’t think I would be on the stage, but I thought I would be close to it. Naah. We were an afterthought so far back that we couldn’t see or hear the players very well. Someone would say something that was funny and thousands would laugh and we had no idea what they were saying. While I couldn’t see or hear very well, I could smell just fine. They put us next so some police horses and one of them must have had a really bad meal the night before. It was really a horse(bleep) assignment in more ways than one. Professor Fife and giraffes On a smaller, bigger scale, I was sad I had to miss World Giraffe Day at Brookfield Zoo in June. Ever since I was a kid, the giraffe has been my favorite animal at the zoo. A couple of times I was able to feed a giraffe and their slimy purple tongue are kind of gross but I still like them. My family gave me a Father’s Day card with a giraffe on it a few weeks ago. So I missed an opportunity to join Potoka, a Brookfield Zoo giraffe, to celebrate his

JEFF VORVA second birthday. I was denied the chance to party with him and learn about how these tall animals’ status is threatened and how to protect them and their environment. Potoka was given a special birthday cake made from his usual diet of fruits and vegetables and guests sang “Happy Birthday” to him. I doubt in any of the informational presentations of giraffes, the zoo will have any theories from Barney Fife. The fictional deputy on the “Andy Griffith Show’’ was trying to soothe young Opie Taylor’s fears about a pack of dogs who were out in the rain. Professor Fife said that dogs look after each other. Not so with giraffes. “Now if they was giraffes they’d have been hit [by lightning] by now, but dogs are short and they take care of their own. Giraffes don’t. No, giraffes don’t at all. Boy, giraffes are selfish, just run around looking out for No. 1.’’ I am Iron Man! Cubs outfielder Chris Coghlan visited sick kids in at Advocate Children’s Hospital Oak Lawn last Aug. 29 and then went to Wrigley Field to go to work. He didn’t start that night but he managed to sneak in a pinch-hitting appearance after that game he had played seven games in a row for the North Siders. Who knew on June 18, his 30th birthday, he would become baseball’s Iron Man? OK, he would have a long way to go before catching Cal Ripken’s seemingly impossible streak of 2,632 consecutive games streak, but on that night, he played his 128th straight game while Atlanta’s Freddie Freeman had a 234game streak halted because of a wrist injury and Seattle’s Kyle Seager had a 192-game streak snapped because he fell ill. Coghlan was next on the list and moved up to the front of the line. See, good things can happen to you when you come to one of our hospitals and hang out with the kids.

WHATIZIT?

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Last week we asked you go give it your best shot and a few were able to guess the correct answer as a bullet-proof vest. This one was on a Worth police oﬃcer. Jim Long from Evergreen Park was the first to shoot from the hip with the right answer. Others who were invested in the right answer were Evergreen Park’s Henrietta Mysliwiec and Worth’s Theresa and George Rebersky. Incorrect answers were of a pair of pants, chainmail armor worn by knights in battle and a codpiece. This week’s clue: It helps make the summer hotter. 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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Gone to market, but returned safely

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Grace Glynn, age 6, and Danny Glynn, 2, meet a chicken among ducklings and other farm animals brought by Children’s Farm volunteer Lois Duran when staﬀ from The Center in Palos Park held the guest spot under the Community Tent at the Palos Heights Farmers Market last week. The market has been filling with more fresh produce, more friends and neighbors and more special events since summer began

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Corny Morgan, past president of the Palos Heights Garden Club, along with current President Jim Agnos, Michael Bailey and Joan Agnos peruse Joe Hiemenz’s nursery stock at the Palos Heights Farmers Market. Hiemenz Nursery is a weekly vendor at the Palos Heights market, a popular community gathering place on Wednesdays, where friends and neighbors invariably run into each other.

◄ Membership Team: Kim Prokes, Marilyn Herrndobler, hostess Sherry TerMaat, who held the luau in the beautifully decorated garden of her home, and Mimi Arnold enjoy the festive celebration.

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Janice Marco-Bottger, Lynne Wojcik, Joan Meyers, past president and Mary Ann Sullivan gather at the Palos Heights Woman’s Club’s new members’ outreach luaua.

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Mountaintop man Davis has led Loyola to consecutive NCAA volleyball titles By Bob Roubik Correspondent

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Richaun Holmes takes a last look at his Moraine Valley College basketball jersey before it gets raised to the gymnasium rafters. Holmes had his number retired Sunday, three days after becoming the first former Cyclone selected in the NBA draft.

A Holmescoming event With number retired, Moraine’s first NBA draftee gets set for new challenge By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor

One year at Moraine Valley College was all it took. When Lockport’s Richaun Holmes first started looking at colleges in 2011, none playing NCAA Division I basketball was

returning his glance. Despite the fact he stands 6-foot-10, the bigger schools showed little interest in Holmes. So he enrolled at Moraine and proceeded to demonstrate to those ignoring him that his game was See HOLMES, Page 3

At age 23, most people don’t make a lifealtering decision. Even those individuals with a college degree and specific goal in mind aren’t always sure of how best to make the journey. As a result, there’s often some trial and error attached to the early part of careers; occasionally a complete shifting of gears takes place before progression begins in earnest. At age 23, Shane Davis knew what he didn’t want to do: He no longer wanted to be involved with indoor volleyball. It’s not that he had had bad experiences in the sport — quite the contrary in fact. Davis, now a resident of Palos Heights, had excelled in volleyball while a student at Loyola University, so much so that he was chosen the Midwest Intercollegiate Volleyball Association Male Athlete of the Year in 2003. Personal glory wasn’t the only thing Davis garnered. He helped the Ramblers get within one match of qualifying for the NCAA Championship tournament that year. Loyola lost to eventual national champion Lewis University in the MIVA tourney, although the Flyers were later stripped of their title because they used some ineligible players. With that sort of athletic background, Davis seemed a natural to continue an involvement with volleyball. Loyola administrators felt the same way, which is why they offered Davis the head-coaching position upon graduation. Former Ramblers coach Gordon Mayforth had departed in 2002 to accept a professional coaching job. Tim O’Brien served as Loyola’s interim boss, but as an assistant for the women’s team he couldn’t devote all his energies to the men. Thus O’Brien leaned heavily on Davis for support during the latter’s senior season. That still didn’t translate to Davis having

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Shane Davis, coach of two-time defending NCAA men’s volleyball champion Loyola University, lives in Palos Heights with his wife, Andrea, and daughters Sydney, 3, and Jordyn, 1.

any actual coaching experience, but it didn’t matter to the decision-makers at Loyola in 2003. The only one not in agreement was Davis, who wanted to enter the world of beach volleyball as a player. He turned down a few offers from the Ramblers until one day learning who the likely selection would then be. “I found out they were going to hire someone I felt wouldn’t have [given] a good direction for the team or the guys wouldn’t have respected as a coach,” Davis said. “That’s when I walked into the [office of the] athletic director and told them I’d take it.” But there was no guarantee Davis would stay long. The head-coaching position was just a part-time gig when he took it. “I kind of got thrown into the fire,” he

said. “When I was hired, I told the athletic director I’m only going to take it for a year until they find someone better.” Loyola administrators looked no further, however, and eventually head coach became a full-time position. Davis chose to stick around. His decision proved a good one for both parties. Those administrators who had been pushing for Davis to become coach looked like geniuses in 2014, when he led the Ramblers to their first national championship in any sport in 51 years. To show that accomplishment wasn’t a fluke, Loyola repeated as NCAA champion on May 9. And while Davis admitted a continued run of excellence will be difficult, don’t count the Ramblers out too quickly in 2016. “We [will return] everyone [except 2015 starter Cody Caldwell],” Davis said. “We [also] have an outstanding freshman class coming in for next year so I think we’re going to have a really good chance of a three-peat.” Penn State University women’s volleyball coach Russ Rose emailed Davis, telling him he’s already handled the toughest part. According to Rose, who has coached a number of Nittany Lions championship squads, the first repeat is the most difficult to achieve. It would seem logical to think Davis has been on one long joyride since accepting the head-coaching position at Loyola, but remember he was 10 years into the job before reaching the mountaintop. “The transition from player to head coach wasn’t an easy one,” he said. “I was a threeyear captain so I had the leadership already with that group, but it was really tough being that all of those guys were my best friends. Now [I was in charge of] those sophomores, juniors and seniors that were all my teammates just four months [before]. “Obviously you’ve got to keep that separaSee DAVIS, Page 2

Their time has passed

St. Laurence coach Harold Blackmon won’t have to prepare for neighboring Reavis this season. After two years of having the Battle of Burbank usher in both teams’ football season, the series will not continue in 2015.

Local rivalry games missing from 2015 football schedules By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

All good things must come to an end. That phrase, though trite, contains more than a little truth especially in regard to football rivalries around the area. Familiar adversaries build up intensity over time for a variety of reasons. Often a matchup between them decides neighborhood or district bragging rights for a year; other times two foes sharing a conference home may view one another as the biggest impediment to a title run and thus generate emotional heat.

But regardless of what fuels them, rivalry games are frequently the most highly anticipated ones on a schedule by both participants and fans. And when a supposedly natural rivalry goes unfulfilled, the outside clamoring for a showdown typically grows with each passing season. That’s how it was with District 230 sister schools Sandburg and Andrew in football. While both institutions were well acquainted in most competitive situations — and each had tangled with the district’s third member, Stagg, on the gridiron at one time or another — they had never squared off in football.

When the announcement was finally made that Sandburg and Andrew would at long last meet, the excitement was palpable well in advance of kickoff. And that 2005 game didn’t disappoint — it was a popular enough local attraction, in fact, to remain a fixture on the teams’ schedules for a decade. But now it’s gone. When the Illinois High School Association recently unveiled 2015 football schedules from across the state, conspicuously absent from them was Sandburg versus Andrew. And that’s not the only rivalry contest that’ll be missing this fall.

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Ten games to catch in 2015 Thousands of high school football games will be played around the state this fall, but some hold greater interest than others. Locally, here are 10 that should provide a fair amount of drama. Four of them will be played the first weekend.

BENET ACADEMY AT ST. LAURENCE, AUG. 28

* Swapping Reavis for the Redwings means the Vikings will have their hands full in their opener. A subplot to this contest is that both head coaches — St. Laurence’s Harold Blackmon and Benet’s Pat New — played football at and earned degrees from Northwestern University, albeit nearly a decade apart.

WESTMONT AT CHICAGO CHRISTIAN, AUG. 28

* The Knights made steady improvement under Jim Bolhuis, but he departed after four years. Stepping in is Nick Cook, who’ll make his coaching debut in front of the home fans on this night against an opponent that hung 56 points on Chicago Christian a year ago, the most the Knights surrendered in any outing.

MARIST VS. MT. CARMEL AT SOLDIER FIELD, AUG. 28

* The RedHawks jump into the deep end of the pool immediately by kicking off their campaign against the 2013 Class 7A-champion Caravan, who reached the semifinals last season. Marist is coming off its first playoff-less campaign since 2007 after qualifying in each of Pat Dunne’s first six coaching seasons.

BROTHER RICE (MICH.) AT BROTHER RICE, AUG. 29

* The namesakes went to overtime in Birmingham last year before the hosts, an annual power in Michigan prep football, prevailed. Crusaders coach Brian Badke credited that game as being the one that jump-started his club’s run to its first conference title in a decade, but Rice will still be geared for payback at Johnston Field.

RICHARDS AT LEMONT, SEPT. 11

* After a rare down year in 2013, the Indians returned to the Class 6A title contest last fall. One of their postseason conquests was a six-point decision over the Bulldogs, who had scored a regular-season win the year before. This matchup almost never fails to live up to advance billing.

SHEPARD AT EVERGREEN PARK, SEPT. 18

* When these two teams get together, the scoreboard operator tends to get a workout. Momentum has swung wildly in the series, with the Mustangs holding the most recent upper hand. However, it was all Astros in 2012 when former standout Londell Lee set three school records in a resounding victory.

STAGG AT SANDBURG, SEPT. 25

* The Chargers haven’t fared particularly well against their District 230 sister school, but the timing of this year’s contest is pivotal for both teams. Coming in Week 5, the game may represent a

make-or-break point as a couple formidable tests precede it on each squad’s schedule. The losing team here could be in trouble.

OAK LAWN AT EVERGREEN PARK, SEPT. 25

* Besides the neighborhood-rivalry and SSC Red implications that are always attached to this matchup, the 2015 version could be especially important for the Spartans, who’ll be operating under rookie coach Nick Novak. Its first four foes had a combined 9-27 record in 2014, meaning Oak Lawn may be angling for playoff qualification.

HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR AT SANDBURG, OCT. 16

* If the Eagles already have six wins banked when this contest rolls around, a little luster will be lost simply because a postseason berth is guaranteed. Still, the Vikings came within a few minutes of ruling over Class 8A in 2014 and some key players return, so they’ll offer a stern test to Sandburg, which has struggled recent recently versus H-F.

PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC AT BROTHER RICE, OCT. 16

* This one pits the defending Chicago Catholic League Blue co-champions against one another. The Celtics edged the Crusaders in a head-to-head battle and went on to claim a Class 7A championship. Brother Rice’s postseason stay was brief, but it qualified despite playing a murderous schedule that gave it the most playoff points in the state.

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SUMMER BASEBALL ROUNDUP

RedHawks decide to double up By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

Twice as nice? Well, that depends on how things unfold. But playing two games a day this summer has been twice as good for Marist in an evaluation sense. Having missed out on the 2014 summer season because of his late hire, RedHawks coach Kevin Sefcik wanted to make the most of his initial opportunity to see what is likely in store for his team next spring. To do that, Sefcik has chosen to make Tuesdays and Wednesdays doubleheader days for Marist, which handled that assignment satisfactorily enough to win five of its first eight contests. Included among the conquests were two against neighborhood rival Brother Rice — although Sefcik quickly admitted the Crusaders were missing a number of probable regulars — and one versus St. Rita. While Sefcik said clubs “should always try to play winning baseball,” he added that the main goal for any high school baseball team this time of year is development. “We can’t do this inside in March,” Sefcik said. “It’s almost like practice days in football — it’s a better form of tryout for the kids. It’s a great value [and] the fairest way for the kids to do it [because] they see live stuff and get to show what they can do. “Now that we’ve done it outside, it’ll be easier [to pick up again] next spring.” Sefcik said attendance has been “pretty good” so far and he has made a concerted effort to give everyone a fair shot. An average of about 18 players has been available to Marist each day, and while he said he doesn’t specifically “have an ‘A’ team and a ‘B’ team,” Sefcik usually starts two completely different lineups in the twinbill. “I don’t like [offering only] one at-bat in a game,” he said. “You can’t judge anything off one at-bat. I have them get in [at least] three. And we use our pitchers about two or three innings a week.” Sefcik is trying his best to operate within the parameters afforded him by travel-ball schedules, most of which features games between Thursday and Sunday. Allowing for a day of rest on Monday leaves Tuesday and Wednesday available for the RedHawks, which is why Sefcik is attempting to maximize players’ time with him. “I think what we’re doing is good,” he said. “It’s the best way to have balance.” To date, Sefcik has been happy overall about the way Marist is swinging the bats. Not as pleasing are some defensive lapses, which run counter to the way the RedHawks performed during the spring. Sefcik is not shocked, however, after reviewing fielding stats posted by the sophomore squad during April and May. “We wanted to teach them little things and we turned this into a competition,” Sefcik said. “The best defenders are going to play [in 2016]. I want to get a feel for what we have and we’re just trying to figure out how we’re going to line it up out there.” One younger athlete who has made a positive impression so far is junior-to-be Elijah Hynes, who has good speed and could become Marist’s center fielder next season. Sefcik also thinks catchers Nate Stiegel and Tommy Wade could have impact. Wade was part of the RedHawks’ spring roster. Among the other returnees are all-area first-team pitcher Jack Snyder, all-area second-team first baseman John Carmody, infielder Brandon Hanik and outfielder Zach Sefcik, the coach’s son.

ST. LAURENCE

The Vikings’ first busy week was also a successful one as they won four of five games, the lone setback being administered by old foe St. Rita, which registered a 14-9 victory on Thursday. St. Laurence fell behind 14-0 before rallying for five runs in the fifth inning and two apiece in the sixth and seventh. “I’m happy our guys battled,” Vikings coach Pete Lotus said. “It was a little silver lining, but we didn’t pitch well at all.” The Mustangs struck for seven runs in the first stanza, mirroring the kind of outburst St. Laurence unleashed on De La Salle the day before. The Vikings tallied nine markers in their initial plate appearance on Wednesday and eventually bagged a 9-6 triumph St. Laurence also performed admirably in its other outings, which included a Monday doubleheader versus Marist. The Vikings swept the twinbill 11-0 and 8-5 and then came back the

next day to down Richards 10-5. “Last year we struggled against some pitchers,” Lotus said. “We’re a little bit ahead of where we were [then] as far as swinging the bats. It seems like we have a better idea up at the plate [of] what we can do well. [And] I’ve been really happy with the way our young guys have played.” One of those youngsters is junior-to-be Joe Vascik, whose three-run homer with two outs in the sixth broke a 5-all tie with the RedHawks and allowed St. Laurence to complete a doubleheader sweep. Marist had tallied five times in the fourth to erase a seemingly comfortable Vikings advantage and create a deadlock. Vascik was also one of several contributors to St. Laurence’s big getaway against the Meteors. Others stroking RBI hits at the outset versus De La Salle were Joe Madera, Rob Chayka, Ryan Hampe and veteran Jack Cavanaugh. Returning all-area first-teamer Tommy Farrell chipped in with a two-run double. “The first time through the lineup we had really good at-bats,” Lotus said. “We did a good job of squaring up on the ball and all of our hits were hit hard.” Vascik was the winning pitcher on Wednesday while Farrell earned a victory on the mound in Game 1 against Marist. Farrell fanned six in three innings. “He pitched as a freshman on the sophomore team and he was actually 2-0 for us,” Lotus said. “The biggest concern this spring was that he really wasn’t consistent in throwing strikes, [but] if he throws strikes he’s going to be tough to hit. He’s got extremely good stuff and I think he’s going to be a very good pitcher for us.” Farrell had an RBI single as a batter and additional help for him was supplied by Johnny Peterson (two hits, one RBI), Cavanaugh (two hits, including a two-run triple, three RBI), Madera (two-run triple), Chayka (two-run single), Jimmy Burnette (RBI single) and Zach Verta (RBI single). Lotus employed five hurlers in the second Marist contest. Dan Heiden was the winner. The Vikings constructed a 9-0 lead over Richards as Farrell (two hits, two RBI) and Jake Lotz (RBI double) paced the attack. Also delivering run-producing hits were Madera, Anthony Rios, Anthony Robles and Brian Lyle. Junior-to-be Angel Sandoval started on the hill for St. Laurence and provided it with three innings of one-hit ball that featured six strikeouts. Sandoval was brought up to the varsity during the spring campaign and performed well whenever Lotus called on him. “Like he did in the spring, he threw all three pitches over [for strikes here],” Lotus said. “He has the right mental attitude and he looked like a No. 1 out there, very comfortable.”

SHEPARD

With wood, they could — hit that is. Astros coach Frank DiFoggio was curious as to how a youthful group of athletes would cope with his traditional summer practice of using wooden bats. He wonders no longer. A 5-5 record shows Shepard players have adjusted well. They split their four most recent games, three of which were played in a woodenbat tournament. The Astros beat St. Charles East 7-6 there and then added a 5-4, eight-inning triumph over Reavis last Tuesday. Oak Park-River Forest and St. Ignatius doled out the defeats by respective scores of 3-1 and 4-3. But those losses couldn’t deter DiFoggio’s enthusiasm for what he has seen unfold thus far. What especially excites the veteran leader is the fact that several of the contributors have yet to start their sophomore year in school. “I know it’s early, and there’s always transfers and [older] guys who come out who didn’t before,” DiFoggio said. “[But even with that] I really envision five, six or seven of these sophomores being on the varsity if they keep developing physically — and not there just to be a bench [or] role guy. “They’re comfortable with the wood bats, which I’m really shocked about because they’re not [physically] imposing. This group is the most comfortable I’ve ever had with the wood bats.” Two of those individuals who have stepped forward in a measurable way are Eric Breusch and Nick Dombrowski. Breusch almost singlehandedly led a comeback against St. Charles East, first by slowing a Fighting Saints’ offense that had constructed a 3-0 lead by pitching four effective innings of relief. Then at the plate, Breusch chipped in with a pair

Davis

Continued from page 1 tion from player to coach so that was really tough as well. The best thing for me was to move out of the Loyola area, and that’s when I moved to Wrigleyville a few miles away.” To Davis, one of the main differences between being a player and coach was the lack of on-the-floor command. “I was a setter as a player — basically you’re a quarterback,” he said. “You’re always in control, you know what’s going on, you’re setting things up, you’re the leader. And now [as] coach, you’re on the sidelines. You prep all week, you figure things out, you practice and at the end of the week you roll the balls out and hope you prepared the guys well enough because it’s out of your control for the most part.” Davis compares coaching to heading up a family. “It’s kind of like when you raise your kids and they’re 18 and they go to college,” Davis said. “You just hope you raise them right and they make right decisions.” And just as with a family, a onesize-fits-all approach usually doesn’t

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Loyola volleyball coach Shane Davis claps for his team during a 2015 match.

work well. Davis never had trouble physically adapting to whatever oncourt situations he encountered, but he soon discovered that wasn’t true for every player and different tactics were required to reach different athletes “As a coach, you have to actually explain how to do something to get somebody’s body to move a certain way,” Davis said. “[But] the same thing doesn’t [always] work for the next guy because maybe his brain interprets it a little bit differently. Some guys can be told how to do

of doubles, three RBI and one run. Dombrowski doubled twice versus Reavis and kept Shepard in position for senior-to-be Kevin Carmody to beat the Rams with his eighth-inning homer. Sophomore-to-be Jimmy Mundo hasn’t yet flourished offensively, but DiFoggio has been impressed with his defensive play at shortstop. The Astros varsity set a school record for fielding efficiency this spring. “If our fielding is .93 or .94, we’re winning 20 games no matter who’s pitching,” said DiFoggio, whose team racked up a record-tying 24 victories in 2015. “If you play good defense, you don’t need outstanding arms. “We had a couple guys [on the hill] last year that could overpower guys, but Adam Gregory and Eric Horbach won 14 of our 24 games and they were most effective getting ground balls and popups.” Logan Couture and Jack Bergman are two hurlers who’ve thrown well for Shepard in the summer. That’s one of DiFoggio’s reasons for employing wooden bats — the low-scoring nature of games played with those puts a greater emphasis on being competent on the mound and with the gloves. Still, DiFoggio likes what he is seeing at the plate, and he credits that to his younger players’ embracing of baseball fundamentals. “Their acumen is so high — that’s part of the reason for their success,” DiFoggio said. “If you’re waiting for me to make a call [on what to do], you’re already a step late. They pick up things [like] cadence, looks, first-and-third calls, bunt situations [and] two-out situations quickly. “They know how to play winning baseball.”

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN

That’s also been something with which Knights players have familiarized themselves during Eric Brauer’s coaching tenure. This summer Chicago Christian won five of its first seven contests. One of the losses, though, was a surprisingly lopsided setback administered by Brother Rice last Wednesday. The Crusaders had squeezed past the Knights 5-4 last summer and dropped three consecutive verdicts before that, but this latest outcome was never in doubt as Rice rolled to an 11-3 victory. “All in all, [it was] not our best effort,” said Brauer, whose club was guilty of four errors, the same number that had capsized it in a Class 2A sectional semifinal. Brauer actually counted 10 “defensive miscues” against the Crusaders, which ranged from players being out of position to them throwing to the wrong base. Rice wound up tallying six unearned runs on the day. “That makes it tough to compete,” Brauer said. “Even if you’re going to play a mediocre team, you’re not going to find much [good] to take from it.” While Brauer believed this result didn’t change the Crusaders’ view of his team — “We played Rice pretty tough over the last several summers [so] I know they respect us,” he said — he understands his younger guys are still in a learning stage. Brauer hopes this game represented a wake-up call to the newcomers that there is little room for lapse versus a quality opponent. “One of the things we try to stress is that it doesn’t matter who we play or even who shows up [for us],” he said. “For us, it’s continuing to establish that [winning] mindset. They’ve a got a little adjustment to go there.” *** Much more advantageous in terms of making progress was last Tuesday’s meeting with Marist, which featured Christian rallying for four runs during its last two at-bats to grab a 5-4 win. The Knights stranded eight baserunners over the first five stanzas, “making it tough on ourselves to do anything.” But Josh Hill’s two-out single in the sixth gave Christian some muchneeded juice and then it scored twice in the seventh on a double steal and Brian Finger’s hit. “Obviously, we get better playing a game like Tuesday’s,” Brauer said. “It’s tough to get better [in routs] because you don’t get to bunt or hit-and-run. You need to score as much as you can and as quickly as you can.” Two-time all-area selection Trevor Wolterink had three hits for the Knights and also logged the pitching win. Jacob Bulthuis and Bobby Schaaf, two pleasant surprises for Brauer this summer, were involved in the successful double steal. Bulthuis is Christian’s leading hitter so far. “He has more hits in seven games than in 38 in the spring,” Brauer said of Bulthuis, who has totaled nine. “He’s definitely doing a great job.”

things, [but] some guys need to be shown.” Recruiting was another area with which Davis struggled in the early going, in part because he was so close in age to the players he was watching. Also a factor was that Davis had only been around the collegiate version of the sport and seen it played by young men in their 20s. “I’d go to a club tournament and watch a 17- or 18-year-old kid and think everyone’s horrible,” Davis said. “[I’m thinking], ‘How can this kid be going to that school?’ But I didn’t have the vision to see a kid five years from that point — I was just seeing him for what he is now. Being able to identify kids [for the future] was a big challenge.” Davis brought in some assistants who had experience in recruiting to help him better identify what to look for in young players, and he has obviously become much better at the task. Among the recent contributors to the Ramblers’ success were All-Americans Joe Smalzer, a Marist alumnus, and Thomas Jaeschke, both of whom speak highly of Davis. “He is the type of coach you want to respect as a player and [he] pushed me to improve all five years [I was

there],” Smalzer said. “He has built a great program at Loyola and a lot of wonderful relationships. He shows to his players and the administration that he means business and is there to win.” “His willingness to adapt to what players need [is a strong point],” Jaeschke said. “He knows each player and what they need to compete at the highest level and does all he can to make that happen.” Interestingly, a moment that stands out in Davis’ mind involves another player years before. The athlete wasn’t a superstar, but Davis was able to help him improve a particular facet of his game. It was the first time the coach remembers having that kind of positive impact. Davis attributes much of his coaching success to his former boss, Mayforth, with whom he communicated via email because Mayforth was coaching in Japan at the time. “When I took over, he was the first guy I went to [for advice],” Davis said. “I was sitting at a desk I had been sitting across from so many years as a player, not knowing what to do.” Davis also credits senior associate athletic director Carolyn O’Connell, Loyola’s former women’s volleyball coach, for passing along her knowl-

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One thing Marist coach Pat Dunne won’t have to prep his football players for in 2015 is a meeting with neighborhood rival Brother Rice. The two schools were unable to find a suitable game date for the upcoming season.

Football

Continued from page 1 Another one that took a long while to make happen, St. Laurence against Reavis, also disappeared and the on-again, off-again duel between Brother Rice and Marist is back off. An inability to decide on a mutually agreeable game date was supposedly at the root of the latter’s vanishing act while Reavis athletes chose to spend opening week in South Bend, Ind., rather than a mile away from home. As for the Sandburg-Andrew demise — well, Eagles coach Dave Wierzal isn’t quite sure what transpired. “I was kind of surprised by it because it wasn’t generated by me,” he said. “Our schedule has not changed since I’ve been head coach. “I thought it was a nice, healthy rivalry. Part of the thing that makes competition so fun and at times intense is the history between the programs. Any time you lose something like that is tough.” It might seem logical to assume someone at Andrew engineered the switch. The Thunderbolts had won only once since the series began, although as Wierzal quickly pointed out that was not an indication of a Sandburg runaway. “We have dominated in the win-loss column, but they were always very competitive,” he said. “There’ve been a lot of close ballgames, really exciting games — one of them went into triple overtime.” Wierzal admitted he sometimes had mixed emotions about the Eagles’ clashes with the T’bolts despite the former’s string of successes and had “suggested to our athletic director several times that I didn’t want to keep playing them.” “I didn’t have a problem playing them per se — in terms of a rivalry, I get that [appeal],” he said. “But they’re a district school and it’s not good for the district. It’s kind of a strange thing — I want Andrew to make the playoffs but not at our expense.” One wonders after so many seasons if the Sandburg-Andrew game had lost a bit of its allure. Wierzal couldn’t speak for the fans, but he felt it had remained fresh for the athletes. “I think for the kids each year it was a new thing,” he said. “I think they went into it feeling the way it was originally intended [to make players feel]. And I’m still going to miss it.”

The Eagles will meet Naperville North in Week 1 this season. *** The newness had yet to wear off St. Laurence-Reavis matchups and Vikings coach Harold Blackmon felt “it was a good rivalry for us.” “I was for playing them again,” he said of the Rams. “I don’t know what’s going to happen moving forward, but I wouldn’t have any problem revisiting it. “From what I [understand], they had an opportunity to play a team in Indiana and the players voted to travel. I’m not upset at [Reavis] coach [Tim Zasada] for making that decision and doing what’s best for his team.” Zasada hails from northwest Indiana, so the Rams’ journey to his home state certainly makes sense in that regard. In addition, the overnight trip will give Reavis players a chance to bond in a manner not often available to football teams. Long-distance treks are commonplace for a number of high school basketball squads at Christmas and many baseball teams spend the week of Easter break playing out of state. Football, however, doesn’t usually lend itself to such chemistrybuilding travel. Blackmon believes something else might have influenced the Rams’ decision to not renew the teams’ original two-year contract. Although each varsity club had won once, the lowerlevel outcomes were not pretty in 2014. “Our freshman and sophomore teams both won and I think the [combined] score was about 100-0,” Blackmon said. “It’s hard to keep kids in the program when you’re getting pummeled on the lower levels.” If St. Laurence and Reavis do get back together at a future date, Blackmon hopes nature doesn’t interfere as it did the past two seasons. “We were unfortunate both years to have weather play a significant role,” he said. “You can feel the [energized] atmosphere [in a rivalry game], but there was a long delay last year and the first game got postponed until Saturday. It wasn’t the same [feeling].” Blackmon certainly didn’t downgrade opponent-wise when a Week 1 replacement was selected. The Vikings will face East Suburban Catholic Conference power Benet Academy in their opener.

Davis to conduct camp

Volleyball isn’t only part of Shane Davis’s life at Loyola University. In addition to coaching the two-time defending NCAA champion Ramblers, the Palos Heights resident co-owns with wife Andrea the Division I Volleyball club. And Davis will be conducting an all-skills camp for boys aged 6-12 Tuesday-Thursday. Instructing campers along with Davis will be some Loyola players. One of those is Jeff Jendryk, chosen the American Volleyball Coaches Association Newcomer of the Year this past season. “Shane has helped me become a better player because he is persistent,” said Jendryk, named the outstanding player in this year’s NCAA Championship tournament after recording 17 kills and nine blocks for the Ramblers. “He will not take a poor effort — he expects me to put 110 percent on the court and never give up. This helped me because I know that I always have room to improve. No matter how hard or how sharp I hit the ball, I can always hit it harder and smarter.” For more information on the camp, visit http://www.division1vbc.com/ southside-boys.

edge to him. She steered him in the right direction as far as coaching conduct and also prepared him for the more tedious day-to-day aspects of the job such as paperwork and other administrative duties. “It was really eye-opening and obviously very new,” Davis said. “She was a big part [of getting me acclimated].” Another woman of influence is Davis’ wife, Andrea. “She came in a few years after I

had already started, but I really grew as a coach once she was able to kind of help me grow as a person,” he said. “Obviously you’ve got a lot of struggles within a team and then you bring that stuff home. She is a big part of who I am and who we are as a program as well. “Of course, she has her bachelor’s [degree] in counseling [so] I think she likes to practice on me sometimes. It’s a good case study for her.”

The Regional News - The Reporter

Thursday, July 2, 2015 Section 2

A little good without the bad

Community Sports News CHAMPIONS CROWNED FOR PALOS POWER

Palos Power softball crowned three recent champions at the 12U, 10U and 8U levels. The Fighting Kermits were the 12U titlists. Team members included Aayah Hanainehn, Shannon Izzo, Yara Baste, Jacky Loomis, Espy Castillo, Nicole Wagner, Josie Sundermeier, Nikki Condon, Olivia LaPage, Maeve Moran and Jenine Daineh. Ken LaPage, Brian Condon and Brian Moran were the Kermits’ coaches. Capturing the 10U crown was the Orange Blaze, who did so with a 3-0 win over the All-Blacks. The Blaze finished with a 12-1 ledger. Comprising their roster were Morgan Natanek, Olivia Ingelse, Deanna Elmosa, Drew Mannion, Zoe Ahluwalia, Jess Vollan, Laila Barakat, Mia Saraz, Brianna Kilcoyne, Jai Gutierrez, Kylie Autullo and Cameryn Helsdingen. The Green Lightning blanked the Blue Diamonds 6-0 in the 8U championship contest. That win enabled them to post a 15-1-1 final record. Lightning players included Emily Purtill, Daphne Galason, Genevieve Turney, Meghan Lamb, Maggie Ziel, Jane Kohler, Nikki Swiney, Ava Fritz, Audrey Rook, Ella Byrne, Malaina Lisiecki, Ellie Holmstrom, Abby Kowalski and Rita Hansen. Mike Galason was the Lightning manager and Brett Holmstrom, Pat Rook, Chuck Swiney, Paul Lisiecki, Doug Kohler, Jim Ziel, Mike Turney and Ed Kowalski all served as coaches.

The Palos Heights Recreation Department will offer lessons in tennis and golf this summer. In conjunction with the Challenge Tennis Academy in Lockport, the recreation department will run two levels of youth tennis instruction at Community Park courts for players aged 5-12 every Monday beginning on Monday and running through Aug. 3. Level 1 for newer players will go from 5-6 p.m. each day while Level 2 for more advanced players will follow from 6-7. Registration can be completed online at www.palosheightsrec.org or in person at the recreation center, 6601 W 127th St. Fees are $50 for Palos Heights residents, $70 for non-residents. *** Skyhawks Golf will teach beginning golfers proper technique to refine their skills during sessions held at Meyers Park in Palos Heights. A system developed by PGA professionals that is designed specifically to assist entry-level players will be used. All equipment will be provided and the instructor-to-camper ratio kept low. The cost is $125 for Palos Heights residents, $145 for nonresidents. Registration can be completed online or at the recreation center. For more information on either the tennis or golf program, call 361-1807.

EIGHT MORAINE ATHLETES FETED FOR ACADEMICS

SPORTS CAMPS COMING TO PALOS HEIGHTS

Soccer and basketball camps for young people will be held in Palos Heights this summer. The soccer camp for ages 3-16 will be run in full-day and half-day sessions Monday-Friday at Meyers Park, 6601 W. 127th St. Sponsored by Challenger Sports and operated by an elite British coaching staff, the camp will offer an innovative curriculum with age-specific instruction. Each day will include work on individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages and a tournament. In addition, the international instructors will provide lessons in the areas of leadership, sportsmanship, integrity, responsibility and respect. Each camp participant will receive a T-shirt and soccer ball. For details on sessions and rates or to pre-register, visit www. palosheightsrec.org or www.challengersports.com. *** The Chicago Bulls’ annual rookie and veteran camp for ages 6-12 will take place Aug. 10-14 at the Palos Heights Recreation Center. The camp is one of many being conducted throughout the Chicagoland area and will focus on basketball fundamentals such as ball handling, passing, shooting, rebounding, footwork, individual moves and team concepts. Student-to-instructor ratio will be no more than 10-to-1. On the final day all participants will receive an evaluation form and graduation certificate. More than 45,000 young people have taken part in the Bulls’ summer camps, which are in their 18th year. For more information, visit www.palosheightsrec.org or www.bullsoxacademy.com.

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Three Palos Power softball teams recently claimed championships. The Fighting Kermits (top) ruled over the 12U field, the Orange Blaze (center) won the 10U title and the Green Lightning (above) were tops in 8U.

vacancy with its varsity baseball team. Teaching positions are available for the 2015-16 school year. Interested candidates should contact athletic director Tom White at (312) 842-7355, ext. 118 or white.@dls.org.

ST. LAURENCE SEEKING FOOTBALL COACHES

St. Laurence is seeking two assistant football coaches for the 2015 season. Offensive coordinators are being sought for both the sophomore and freshman teams. The latter candidate should have a specific ability to coach quarterbacks and both must have a flexible schedule that will allow for attendance at summer practices as well as those conducted during the school year. Previous high school coaching experience or the equivalent is preferred and candidates must hold a valid Illinois teaching certificate or be ASEP certified. Qualified individuals should send a letter of interest and resume to varsity coach Harold Blackmon at hblackmon@ stlaurence.com.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR UPWARD SOCCER IN ORLAND PARK

Upward Soccer in Orland Park is accepting registration for the 2015 fall season and will conduct evaluations on Saturday, July 18, from 9 a.m.-noon. Practices begin Aug. 15 and the first matches will take place one week later. The league is open to youngsters in grades K-6. For more information, call the Stone Church office at 385-2770 or visit the web site at www.thestonechurch.org/next-steps/ministry/kids/ upward-soccer.

BEARS NON-CONTACT CAMPS COMING THIS SUMMER

Chicago Bears youth football camps for ages 6-14 will return to 26 Illinois locations this summer. Former Bears players Rashied Davis, Jason McKie, Jim Morrissey, Mickey Pruitt and Kris Haines are among those expected to visit the camps, which will offer non-contact instruction. Led by professional, EVERGREEN BOYS CLUB TO HOST RIPKEN TOURNAMENT USA Football-certified coaches, kids learn to run, throw, catch, defend The Evergreen Park Boys Club will host the Cal Ripken state baseball and compete the Bears’ way. tournament for 11-year-olds July 15-19 at Duffy Park. A comprehensive skills camp is designed for newcomers while the For more details, go to the Evergreen Boys Club website. accelerated skills camp is for experienced players between the ages of 9 and 14. The cost is $259 for a five-day camp. DE LA SALLE LOOKING FOR BASEBALL COACH To register or for more information, visit www.BearsCamps.com or De La Salle Institute in Chicago is looking to fill a head-coaching call (312) 226-7776.

Holmes

Continued from page 1 indeed long on potential. Holmes actually turned that potential into production for the Cyclones as he averaged 19.3 points, 9.3 rebounds and 5.2 blocks per game and got named the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference Player of the Year in his one season at Moraine. Bowling Green State University definitely took notice and brought Holmes aboard. Over the next three years he did well enough to convince the Philadelphia 76ers to choose him in the second round of the 2015 NBA draft, the 37th player picked overall. Holmes is the first former Cyclone selected by an NBA club. In recognition of that and his impact on Moraine’s hoops program during the 2011-12 campaign, the school retired Holmes’ No. 35 in a ceremony held on Sunday with nearly 100 people in attendance. Holmes, who was scheduled to report to Philadelphia this past Tuesday and will play in his initial summer-league contest Sunday, put on the Moraine jersey for a

few minutes before handing it back to athletic director Bill Finn. It will hang in the rafters of the Cyclones’ gymnasium. Among those at the reception was former Moraine coach Dedrick Shannon, who Holmes jokingly said would often use the word “soft” in an attempt to motivate his player. “I learned to get after it,” Holmes said. “A lot of people don’t get the opportunity to play basketball at a school like this and at this level. Coach D told me to just go out and get after it every time I step onto the floor.” “We rode him pretty hard,” Shannon said. “I’ve jumped on him, [but] he always said, ‘Yes, Coach.’ From the first day Richaun got here, we noticed his humility [and said] that’s going to take him to new heights. “I’m so proud of him right now.” Shannon admitted a few Division I schools began sniffing around a bit after Holmes committed to Moraine in July 2011. Shortly after the commitment Holmes’ father, Richaun Sr., called Shannon to assure him the player

A common lament from people outside the media world is why the people inside it always seem to focus on life’s underbelly. Truth be told, bad news, like sex, sells. The reasons for that are debatable; what is not is the reality of it. TV news has always lived by the credo, “If it bleeds, it leads,” meaning tragedy trumps all else. For a long time it seemed as if sports were immune from such callous treatment. Rare were those moments when a coach or athlete was taken to task in print or on the air. We later discovered there existed a camaraderie between newsmen and the individuals they covered, which meant a lot of off-the-record happenings stayed that way. That’s why kids who idolized Mickey Mantle didn’t find out about the Yankee great’s drinking problems until they were well into adulthood. Part of the reason there wasn’t the same degree of animosity was because athletes’ incomes, while always larger than those of the average Joes who attended games, weren’t far enough into the stratosphere to create an us-versus-them attitude. With a financial chasm separating the two parties these days, athletes feel media members are beneath them; the latter, in turn, fight back the only way they can: with attack-style verbiage. Along with the ramped-up level of reported wrongdoing, the media do a good job of making the targets of their ire look insincere whenever players or coaches must deliver apologies. Of course, that’s relatively easy to do when those words of regret originate from a PR person and contain the phrase, “I’m sorry if anyone was offended.” In other words, they’re sorry because they got caught and their agent feels compelled to have them clear at least some of the air. Needless to say, there is enough misbehavior in sports to develop quite the dirty-laundry list. However, for a change of pace, that won’t be the focus here. Instead, I offer up a couple of stories that restore, at least temporarily, our faith in people within the athletic world. The first one involves NFL quarterback Peyton Manning. Seeing as how the story has received play in a number of online outlets across the country, the news may not be new to a lot of you. However, the meaning of it shouldn’t merely be glossed over. For those who don’t know, Manning recently replied to correspondence sent to him by a grandmother of a young man who was killed in an accident involving a drunk driver. Logan Brown lived in Evansville, Ind., so it’s not surprising he was an Indianapolis Colts fan, but he was a much bigger fan of the Colts’ former quarterback. Manning remained Brown’s favorite even after the former began suiting up for Denver. That’s essentially what Brown’s grandmother wrote to Manning. In response, Manning sent an autographed photo and a handwritten letter telling the Brown family he was honored to have been thought of so highly by Logan. He also offered encouraging words to them in their time of grief. The package from Manning arrived the day Logan would have turned 16. News of Manning’s gesture came from the Browns, not Manning’s publicity people. It would have otherwise flown under the radar, much like other positive deeds of his have. When the story about Manning’s response to the Browns broke, other people came forward with similar good-guy tales. So the next time you read or hear about some professionalsports lunkhead getting into trouble, remember they don’t all fall into that category. Some really are deserving of the public’s shows of adoration. *** Ken Williams is likely not a hero to many. Front-office people typically aren’t, and Williams didn’t do enough during his limited playing career to leave a lasting impression. The White Sox’s executive vice president certainly did that last week, however, when he stepped forward to take the blame for the team’s poor performance this season. Thought at the outset to be a possible contender in the American League Central, the Sox have thus far been dogged by a sub-par offense and overall lack of consistency. At times like this the manager is typically thrown under the bus because, frankly, it’s easier to part with him than any of the millionaires on the field. And Sox boss Robin Ventura is still on shaky ground unless the club gets rolling in the second half of the schedule. But instead of using Ventura as the fall guy, Williams pegged himself. In a Chicago Tribune story, Williams said he’s the guilty party “because I hired the manager [and] the general manager. I sign off on offseason acquisitions or anyone signed to a contract or trades or anything else. At the end of the day, that’s put in front of me.” Williams went on to say that Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf’s “first phone call when [he] is upset, it isn’t to any of those guys. It’s to me. I take full responsibility for the underperformance right now.” Wow, how often do you hear a top-level executive in any field say something like that? It’s far easier to fault the underlings, but Williams refused to do so. And evidently Williams has instilled that same sort of character trait in his son.

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Eight Moraine Valley College student-athletes were among the 1,936 individuals nationwide recognized by the National Junior College Athletic Association for academic excellence during the 2014-15 school year. The NJCAA houses 324 member institutions and included 58,531 student-athletes in the year just concluded. Play was conducted in 28 sports and encompassed 3,461 teams. Scholastic awards given out were the Pinnacle Award for Academic Excellence, Superior Academic Achievement Award and Exemplary Academic Achievement. Respectively, they were handed out to studentathletes compiling a 4.0 grade-point average, a GPA between 3.80 and 3.90 and one between 3.60 and 3.79. Four Moraine students were recipients of the Superior award while four others earned the Exemplary honor. Nationally, there were 741 of the former and 1,110 of the latter. Tennis players Lorissa Sernus and Lindsay Walker, soccer player Steve Henry and baseball player Sheamus Brennan were the Cyclones’ Superior winners. Another tennis player, Mike Broderick, was among the Exemplary student-athletes along with soccer player Nicholas Mastej, baseball player Mike Rankin and basketball player Rachel Ruzevich.

wasn’t having second thoughts. “[He] said they gave us their word and they were coming to Moraine,” Shannon said. “I don’t know if you can really appreciate that, but I’ve been around basketball and it doesn’t work like that now. “Kids are going off to Kentucky or they have a better offer over here … that [kind of loyalty] just doesn’t happen. We are happy he came here.” In his final season at Bowling Green, Holmes averaged 14.7 points, 8.0 rebounds and 2.7 blocks in a 21-win season and was named the Mid-American Conference Defensive Player of the Year. He was also a member of the All-NABC District 14 first team. Holmes departed Bowling Green as its career leader in blocks (244) and is the only player in school history to total at least 1,000 points, 600 rebounds and 200 blocks. He is the 27th Falcons player picked in either the NBA or ABA draft but the first since Antonio Daniels was chosen fourth overall in 1997 by the Vancouver (now Memphis) Grizzlies. He is the first

MAC athlete tabbed since Chris Kaman (Central Michigan) and Brandon Hunter (Ohio University) in 2003. Holmes was in contact with 16 different NBA franchises over the past two months during predraft workout sessions. He was named to the 2015 Portsmouth Invitational all-tournament team in April after averaging 14.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.7 blocks and 2.0 steals per game at the invite-only event that was viewed by numerous league scouts and coaches. Holmes will join a 76ers organization that has three other highly touted big men on its roster, including Whitney Young product Jahlil Okafor, chosen No. 3 overall out of Duke this year. The 76ers, who went 18-64 last season and have posted three straight sub.500 campaigns, also made three other second-round picks: Atruras Gudaitis, J.P. Tokoto and Luka Mitrovic. Although it may have seemed at one point as if Holmes’ future in basketball was cloudy, he said he never doubted his ability. “I always had the confidence I could make it to the NBA and

A few years ago when Kyle Williams was a football player for the San Francisco 49ers, he made a couple special-teams mistakes that ultimately cost the Niners a shot at the Super Bowl. Williams understandably incurred the wrath of disappointed San Francisco, some of whom were members of the idiot faction and wished ill on the player, but he stood up like a man afterward and accepted blame. There was no hiding from the media or scowls or “No comments.” Ken Williams should have been proud of his son that day. And fans everywhere should be happy to know the sports world is not yet bereft of quality individuals.

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Former Moraine Valley College coach Dedrick Shannon hugs ex-Cyclones player Richaun Holmes during a Sunday ceremony where the latter’s jersey number was retired. Holmes was a second-round pick of the Philadelphia 76ers in the recent NBA draft.

play at that level,” he said. “It was all about receiving the proper guidance. “Coming to Moraine Valley was

one of the best decisions I’ve ever made in that regard. I learned to hone my skills and get to the place I needed to be.”

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.JIMMY O’BRIEN A/K/A JAMES J. O’BRIEN JR., BILLY O’BRIEN A/K/A WILLIAM O’BRIEN, TCF NATIONAL BANK, WOODS EDGE III CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, WOODS EDGE HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JAMES J. O’BRIEN, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR JAMES J. O’BRIEN (DECEASED) Defendants 14 CH 016951 11135 EAST ROAD UNIT #F17 PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 1, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 3, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 11135 EAST ROAD UNIT #F17, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-22-200-066-1060. The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-12636. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-12636 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 016951 TJSC#: 35-7253 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I660331

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.MAUREEN A. MCKAY Defendants 12 CH 020341 11610 W. 139 STREET 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 April 20, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 22, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11610 W. 139 STREET, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-06-202-025, Property Index No. (27-06202-018 underlying). The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-11-42012. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-11-42012 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 020341 TJSC#: 35-6637 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I660409

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FIRSTMERIT BANK, N.A., AS SUCCESSOR-ININTEREST TO MIDWEST BANK AND TRUST C O M P A N Y ; P l a i n t i f f , v s . GEORGE L. SPENCER; UNITED STATES OF A M E R I C A ; WESTGATE VALLEY TOWNHOMES C O N D O M I N I U M ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON R E C O R D CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 14 CH 16212 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, July 31, 2015, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 51 Spyglass Circle, Palos Heights, IL 60463. P.I.N. 24-31-404-056-1007. The mortgaged real estate is a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Ms. Silvia Mercado Masters at Plaintiff's Attorney, Rock Fusco, LLC, 321 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois 60654. (312) 494-1000. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I661375

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HSBC BANK USA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST AND FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-HE4, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES Plaintiff, -v.MARIO RODRIGUEZ Defendants 12 CH 40424 4609 W. 106TH STREET Oak Lawn, IL 60453

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Commonly known as 4609 W. 106TH STREET, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-15-116-015-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $329,582.95. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C13-92846. 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. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C13-92846 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 12 CH 40424 TJSC#: 35-6927 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION KONDAUR CAPITAL CORPORATION AS S E P A R A T E TRUSTEE OF MATAWIN VENTURES TRUST S E R I E S 2013-3, Plaintiff, v s . JACEK BATORZYNSKI A/K/A JACEK R. BATORZYNSKI ) AND DANUTA BATORZYNSKA Defendants, 11 CH 43473 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on May 6, 2015, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, August 7, 2015, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 8814 OAKWOOD DRIVE, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457. P.I.N. 23-03-215-015. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff's Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125. Ref. No. 14-02405 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I662124

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION UNITED SECURITY FINANCIAL Plaintiff, -v.ROBERT J. DARTT, CANDACE C. DARTT, WOODS EDGE I CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 14 CH 002255 9193 NORTH ROAD, UNIT D PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 13, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 30, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9193 NORTH ROAD, UNIT D, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-22-200-034-1068. The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-00005. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-00005 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 002255 TJSC#: 35-9383 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I662175

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.DAVID J KRAWCZYK, BAXTER CREDIT UNION, PNC BANK, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK, GLENMOOR COMMONS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 14 CH 14603 9439 SOUTH 79TH AVENUE UNIT 302 HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 24, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 27, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9439 SOUTH 79TH AVENUE UNIT 302, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-01-318026-1010. The real estate is improved with a 6 unit condominium; 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1406039. 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. PA1406039 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 14603 TJSC#: 35-6542 I659097

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art and nature for children entering grades kindergarten through eighth in the fall. Instructor Heather Young will teach the children to use a variety of artistic media and techniques, including drawing, painting, pottery, papermaking, papier-mâché, printmaking, and more. The classes are kept small to

encourage individual self-expression. Each two-week session ends with an outdoor art show of the children’s creations. The classes meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 9 to 11 a.m., for two weeks. The cost is $110. All supplies are included. Advance registration is required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

The comedy “Ted 2” is an unneeded sequel to the film “Ted.” The first brought us Mark Wahlberg as John, along with Seth MacFarlane as Ted, his foul-mouthed Teddy bear of a best friend. This film picks up a little after the first film ended. We see the bear getting married to his sleazy fiancee, Tami-Lynn (Jessica Barth), at a wedding officiated by Sam Jones of “Flash Gordon” fame. For those who have seen the first, they will know the “Flash Gordon” bit is a rehash from the original. They recycle a lot from the first film and will probably recycle a lot for the third film. It’s coming even though it won’t be needed or wanted. Back to this film: we don’t see marital bliss between Ted and Tami-Lynn, we see a crumbling marriage that needs saving. What is the most overplayed way to save a marriage? That, of course is to have a baby. Obviously, a Teddy bear can’t physically have a baby, which writer-director Seth MacFarlane acknowledges with many crude and distasteful jokes. Some are actually funny, while some are just plain horrendous. After medical reasons stop them from having a baby, they decide to adopt. That leads to the main storyline of the film, which is to legalize Ted. Apparently, Ted has no legal rights and is considered a possession. The premise of the film is John and Ted trying to get Ted his legal rights so he can adopt a child. The two find a fresh law school graduate in Samantha Leslie Jackson (Amanda Seyfried) to help them sue the government. She’s free and a pothead, so she’s perfect for them. The best joke of the film has to do with Sam’s name and it won’t be ruined here.

TONY PINTO A lot happens, but none of it’s actually important. For all practical purposes, an actual plot structure is non-existent. That’s actually perfectly fine, for this mindless summer blockbuster that’s best suited for drunken frat boys. It also has Morgan Freeman playing a civil rights lawyer. Maybe Morgan Freeman really needs money and that’s why he chose to do this film. He does a fine job in his role but this is not a film he should be in. Aside from the many pot jokes (maybe a high would make some of these jokes funnier), there are also a lot of racial, sex, and sexual preference jokes. Most of them seem to get reused throughout the film, which makes the film a little draggy. It’s a funny film up to a certain point and then you start to see the same gags being played over again. Even this writer who is in the demographic of males age 18 to 35 the movie covets, got tired of the humor used throughout. Where Seth MacFarlane fails the most is that this is a film for one demograhic and one demo only. If you’re not the right demo (most of us are not), this is an easy film to pass on and even if you are the right demo you still might want to pass it up. —Tony Pinto’s grade C

BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS This Week Family Pottery Workshops Pottery classes for families will be hosted at the Log Cabin Center for the Arts on Wednesday evenings, July 8 and 15, from 6 to 7 p.m. and on Friday afternoon, July 10, from noon to 1 p.m. The Log Cabin Art Center is part of The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Instructor Heather Young invites families with children of any age to make garden markers on July 8 by stamping impressions into soft clay, and then to return after their markers have been kiln-fired to a stone-like hardness, to glaze their pottery on July 15 so that it has a shiny finish. The July 10 class will make terra cotta flower pots which require no glaze because the clay is colored a flower pot orange after being fired in the kiln. Adults without children are also welcome to attend. The class fee is $18 per person for the two-night July 8 and 15 class, and $9 per person for the July 10 class. Fees include all supplies and kiln-firings. Advance registration is required. Pottery pickup is 1-2 weeks following the last class. Call The Center at 361-3650 to register.

Labyrinth

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

Kids’ Knitting Class

A six-week knitting class for children in grades 5 and up, is offered on Wednesdays, beginning July 8, from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Instructor Georgann Ring will teach the children

to make simple stitches to create headbands, wristbands, and sweatbands for their first project, Kids should come to the first class with bamboo/wood knitting needles, 9 inches long, size 8 (5.0 mm). The class costs $70 per person, which includes yarn for the first project. Students purchase their own yarns for future projects, which they choose with the guidance of the instructor. Advance registration is required. Class size is limited so early registration is advised. Call 361-3650.

Mommy and Me art class

An art class for moms and young kids (ages 3-6) is offered at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park, on Monday afternoon, July 6, noon to 1 p.m. The first in a series of “Mommy and Me” workshops to be taught this summer by Heather Young, the July 6 class will focus on making wind chimes out of terra cotta clay by pressing leaves and stamps into clay. The pieces will be left to dry, then kiln fired to a flowerpot-like hardness and color, and will be ready for pickup a week or two after the class. The fee for the class is $9 per person and includes all supplies. Advance reservations are required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Still of Mark Wahlberg and Amanda Seyfried in “Ted 2” (2015).

The Center offers Mindfulness Retreat

The Bridge Teen Center programs

• Nachos and Chit Chat – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. today (Thursday), The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park, will host a program to show students how to make homemade nachos. Students will get the chance to sit down and enjoy nachos with friends. • Movie Day: Jurassic Park – 3 to 5 p.m. today, The Bridge Teen Center will host a movie day for students to watch the film “Jurassic Park.” Supplied photo • Root beer Floats – 4 to 6 p.m. July 7, a program The Center’s Mindfulness Retreat leader Dan Morley for students to drop in and enjoy a root beer float meditating in the woods. while hanging out with friends. • Video Game Tournament – 2 to 3:30 p.m. July 8, a video game tournament for several different games. • Pack a Picnic – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. July 9, The Bridge Teen Center will host a culinary program to show students how to make some of the best picnic foods. These free events are for students in 7th through 12th grade. For more information call 532-0500.

A day-long mindfulness retreat will be held on Saturday, July 18, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Mindfulness participants will be invited to sit, to walk, to listen, to share, to hear, and to see the abundant beauty and wonder of the summer woodlands. The retreat will offer suggestions and encouragement as participants seek to be mindful of their thoughts, feelings, and surroundings in the present moment. The cost per participant is $45, which includes lunch, leadership, and supplies. Participants are advised to wear clothing and shoes appropriate for the weather as the retreat will be held mostly out-of-doors. Advance registration is required. For more, call The Center at 361-3650. — The Center

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In the studio at McCord reception

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Students at the McCord Gallery & Cultural Center in Palos Park gathered for a reception in their honor last Friday. “In the Studio,” an exhibit of their work will be on display until July 11. Shown are McCord instructor Beth Leahy (from left), with students Joanne Costopoulos, Nancy Mitchell, Janice Marco-Bottger and Jola Bernard in front of the painting “Victory Sky” by Carol Olszowka.

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Senior Spotlight

The Regional News • The Reporter

Thursday, July 2, 2015

Southwest • Section 2, Page 7

Smith Village resident continues distinguished career supporting diversity and serving older adults Submitted by Smith Village

At age 6, Beth O’Grady moved from Denmark to Chicago. Her parents only spoke Danish. She learned English in the Chicago Public Schools. She went on to graduate from Milliken University in Decatur and earn a master’s degree in special education from Indiana University in Bloomington. While O’Grady benefited from a solid education, it was the challenge of overcoming a language barrier at an early age that gave her a sense of mission in serving Illinois’ increasingly diverse population of older adults. She expanded the diversity of the Illinois Aging Network, a network of 13 agencies that delivers services to older adults. She also served as executive director to the Coalition of Limited English Speaking Elderly (CLESE). For her leadership role in serving older adults, The Illinois Department of Aging presented O’Grady with the Governor’s Award of Excellence in 2007. An earlier career milestone came for O’Grady in 2005, when she served as a delegate to a Conference on Aging held at the White House. O’Grady also had worked at East Central Illinois Agency on Aging. Last January, O’Grady and her husband, Walter, moved from their home in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood to Smith Village, a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) located nearby. “We take great pride in the fact that the O’Gradys chose to live here,” says Marti Jatis, executive director of Smith Village. “The O’Gradys even have taken an active role in assisting our marketing department by meeting over lunch with people who are interested in learning more about Smith Village.” “We have many friends who live here,” says O’Grady, “and we’d like to see more join us here. I’m getting to know my fellow-residents who are very friendly and welcoming, and the staff is absolutely uniformly kind and professional to everyone.” At 69, O’Grady shows few signs of slowing down. She still serves as a consultant for CLESE and teaches a 12-hour class to help relatives and caregivers to better understand challenges faced by older adults with memory problems. The

class, known as the Savvy Caregiver program, is funded by a grant from the Illinois Department of Aging and offered through CLESE. By teaching this class, O’Grady continues her mission of addressing diversity in serving the needs of older adults. As with her first class, which consisted of Korean-born Americans and immigrants, she frequently relies on translators to help her conduct lessons. O’Grady exudes a youthful and upbeat attitude. “I dress like my daughter, Courtney,” she jokes. O’Grady also insists on taking the stairs instead of the elevator to the couple’s second floor apartment; works out in the onsite fitness center; watches her grandson a couple of days a week; and remains an active member of Beverly Unitarian Church, where she served as chairman of the board of trustees for five years. “I’m really so busy, I don’t have time to take part in all of the activities here,” she says, “but I know there are lots of wonderful things to do, the entertainment, the field trips, the enrichment programs.” The O’Grady’s apartment presents an immaculate impression for prospective newcomers and guests. The traditional and antique furniture fits perfectly, and family heirlooms—plates purchased in Denmark, needlework projects, the O’Grady family crest and grandson Daniel’s artwork—are neatly framed and displayed for optimum viewing. The O’Gradys moved from a 3.5-bedroom home to the largest Smith Village apartment model, which offers a spacious kitchen and living room joined by two large bedrooms with walk-in closets and separate baths. The space gives the couple room to ramble, but O’Grady admits it was necessary to downsize, though not painful. “This is my house now,” she says. “All the things we consider important are here. It helps to remember your home is not a house, it’s how you live with what you have.” While on business related to her job with the Aging Network, Beth first met Walter in the Chicago Mayor’s Office where Walter worked. They recently celebrated 38 years of marriage. Walter eventually left the Mayor’s Office but remained in governmental services. The O’Grady’s raised their four chil-

Beth O’Grady relaxes in her spacious two-bedroom apartment at Smith Village.

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Smith Village resident Beth O’Grady stands near Beverly Unitarian Church where she remains and active member.

dren in Beverly: Becky, an occupational therapist; John, a high school English teacher; Courtney, a pre-school teacher; and Sheila, an attorney. The O’Gradys have 11 grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.

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Smith Village is sponsored by Smith Senior Living, a not-for-profit organization serving older adults since 1924. It provides spacious residences and engaging programs for independent living, as well as assisted living, memory support and skilled nursing care. Smith Village also offers short-term rehabilitation services for residents and others requiring assistance after surgery or a medical incident. For more information, call 773474-7300 or visit SmithVillage.org.

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The Regional News • The Reporter

Thursday, July 2, 2015

Southwest • Section 2, Page 8

Family-oriented Florida conservationist calls Smith Crossing home away from home Submitted by Smith Crossing

Edith (Edie) Andrew is a resident of Olde Naples, Fla., but during the warmer spring and summer months, she regards Smith Crossing—a continuing care retirement community at 10501 Emilie Lane in Orland Park—as her home away from home. Her first warm-weather season at Smith Crossing started in June 2014. Edie has plenty of reasons for choosing Smith Crossing. Two of her children, Ed Jr. and Kathi, live nearby. She knows several Smith Crossing residents too though the years when Ed and Kathi and her other children—Rich, Bill and Laurel—attended Carl Sandburg High School. She also is pleased to reunite with several of her neighbors when they lived in the Crystal Tree subdivision of Orland Park. Besides meeting up with old chums, Edie has made new friends while playing Bridge and Bingo and exercising regularly in Smith Crossing’s on-site fitness center. “I like it here,” she says. “I like that there are a number of people to eat and socialize with.” Edie recently invited a friend to attend a marketing event designed to attract new residents and shared a gourmet lunch with potential newcomers. The grandmother of 13 possesses another important connection to Orland Park. At one time she served on the board of Andrew Corp., a manufacturer of antennas and communications technology, which employed a workforce of more than 1,500. From 1962 until 1993, her husband, Edward, now deceased, helmed Andrew Corp., the business which his family established in 1937. It became a publicly traded company 1980 and was eventually sold to CommScope in 2007. Edie regards the years the company operated as a family-business as the company’s true heyday—“because that’s when the business did its best to treat employees like family.” Having a high regard for family always is a priority for Edie. “If there’s one thing that describes me, it’s this,” she says, “I’m very family-oriented. I always put family

first. If my grandson has a baseball game, and I’ll go.” She also invites family members to stay with her at Smith Crossing and enjoys knitting afghans for her 13 grandchildren—she recently completed a gray basket weave patterned wool blanket for her grandson, Ethan. While Edie enjoys the relaxation of knitting, it not in her nature to sit still for very long. She has served on the boards of three colleges: Pomona College in Southern California, Laurence University in Appleton, Wisc. and College of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio. For 16 years, she volunteered at Palos Community Hospital by working in the gift shop. In 1993, the Andrews retired from running Andrew Corporation and moved to the Naples, Fla., area, to be near Ed’s sister. In more recent years, Edie focused her volunteering commitment in Florida for the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, serving on the organization’s fundraising and education committees with the goal of preserving wetlands and wildlife for future generations. “The water in Florida is polluted from agriculture, and many wildlife habitats have been wiped out,” she says. “Drinking water levels are down and there’s much controversy over drilling for oil and fracking.” The Conservancy reaches out to school children by giving presentations in schools and drawing children to its campus in Naples. Thinking of families and future generations, Edie has helped to raise funds for the Conservancy’s science building, nature center and auditorium. For this summer, she’s focused on spending more time with her family and fellow-residents at Smith Crossing.

Smith Crossing resident Edith (Edie) Andrew displays a gray afghan she knitted for her grandson and a prayer shawl she made for a minister in Florida. Submitted photo

About Smith Crossing

Smith Crossing is one of only 13 CCRCs in Illinois awarded a five-year accreditation for “exemplary conformance” to international standards set by CARFCCAC, the industry’s sole accrediting body. Sponsored by Smith Senior Living, a not-for-profit organization serving older adults since 1924, it pro-

vides spacious residences and engaging programs for independent living, as well as assisted living, memory support and skilled nursing care. It also offers short-term rehabilitation services for residents

and others requiring assistance after surgery or a medical incident. For more information about Smith Crossing, call 708-326-2300 or visit SmithCrossing.org.

Signs a Senior Loved One’s Needs Are Changing Submitted by Right At Home

Dad sometimes leaves the garage door up all night with his keys in the car. Mom stays in the same outfit for days and limits her bathing. Uncle Henry’s desk is stacked with piles of bills, health insurance letters and bank statements—all unopened. At first, these behaviors seemed a bit out of the ordinary, but now you are beginning to wonder if something is shifting in your senior loved ones’ health and daily care needs. The warning signs of when aging affects a family member may be gradual at first, but can quickly cause larger challenges. If you bring up the subject to your older adult, he or she may just brush off the topic by stating, “I’m fine. There is no need to worry.” Recognizing true limitations of aging is not always clear-cut, but it may be time to seek outside help if you notice these differences in older adults: • Atypical behavior, such as increased agitation, speaking loudly or little talking at all. • Communication and relationship changes with family and friends. • Disengagement from social interactions. • Neglect of personal care. • Poor nutrition, or weight loss or gain. • Forgetfulness evidenced by unwashed laundry, scorched or dirty cookware, or piles of unopened mail. • Missing important appointments and events. • Financial mismanagement, such as unusual purchases or unpaid bills. • Spoiled food that accumulates in the home and is not tossed out. • Noticeable smell of urine or feces in the home. • A growing collection of nicks and dents in the car. • Confusion and uncertainty with accomplishing regular tasks. • Difficulties with balance, walking or mobility. To help you better understand your loved one’s limitations and whether it’s time to enlist the help of a professional caregiver, it’s important to know where to start and how to navigate the questions and concerns. “For many families, there comes a time for ‘the conversation’ with their senior loved one about needing help with everyday activities,” explains Allison Aidinovich, Owner of the Right at Home of Orland Park. “Fortunately, it’s a relief to know that experienced home healthcare professionals understand which aging and health changes warrant caregiver help and when and how to take more purposeful steps to support your aging loved one.” More than 16 percent of the American population is caring for someone

aged 50 years or older, and almost three-fourths of adult caregivers rely on assistance from family members, friends or neighbors. No one family caregiver can do it all. As your older loved one’s condition begins to flux, here are suggestions for helping you move from guarded concern to appropriate action: • Document changes you notice in your senior loved one. Are there specific tasks he/she can no longer perform? Is your loved one confused about medication dosages, or does he/ she let prescriptions expire or not fill them at all? Accompany your senior to doctor appointments so you can hear the medical information firsthand and speak directly with your

loved one’s physician. • Involve siblings and significant decision-makers. It is important to share the facts of your loved one’s care needs with your siblings and your elder’s medical and legal power of attorney representatives. If relationship tensions of self-interests exist, now is the time to put these differences aside and focus on what’s best for your aging senior. • Plan for a direct, yet loving conversation with your older loved one. Think about what your family hopes to accomplish through your dialogue with your senior. Appoint someone to lead the conversation. Use open-ended questions. Be sensitive to not overwhelm or ambush

your aging loved one. Listen without judging or doling out advice. • Stay flexible on next steps. Your family may need continued conversations over time to determine the best care for your senior. The time in-between will allow for gathering additional resources or delegating care responsibilities. As you observe signs of your loved one’s needs changing and plan to talk with your senior, Aidinovich recommends Right at Home’s RightConversationsSM as a practical guide of tips and ideas for effective communication in the family caregiving process. RightConversationsSM supplemental tools include the Information Journal to help gather the

senior adult’s personal, medical, insurance and financial information; the Communication Planner to record details to include in conversations with your aging loved one; and the Family Action Planner to organize care assistance needed and track delegated tasks for family members or service providers. While it can be troubling to see forgetfulness, lapsed hygiene and other signs of aging affect your older loved one, the good news is that many seniors are actually relieved their families notice and care. In many cases, the elderly loved one can remain independent at home with the support of family members and professional in-home caregivers.

Changes in your older loved one’s daily comfort and safety are not to be ignored, but explored—all with caring solutions that encourage the health and well-being of your aging senior in the current days ahead and for years to come.

About Right at Home of Orland Park

The Orland Park office of Right at Home is a locally owned and operated franchise office of Right at Home, Inc., serving the communities of the south suburbs. For more information, contact Right at Home of Orland Park at www.rightathomeorlandpark. com, 708-873-9007 or by email at care@rightathomeorlandpark.com.

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Imagine being freed from the stress and chores of maintaining a home. Instead of worrying about landscaping, lawn care, repairs and housekeeping, you could focus on doing all the things you enjoy most. Smith Crossing residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle— which means they can come and go as they please. Whether it’s a day-trip into the city or weeks traveling around the world, Smith Crossing residents have peace of mind, knowing someone else is watching over their home.

Step into a world of possibilities at Smith Crossing. We invite you to start today by calling (708) 505-2925 or by visiting us online at SmithCrossing.org.

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