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Newest plan for residences above stores on Harlem By Jack Murray

Regional News editor

Photos by Jeff Vorva

With a little fog in the background, the ninth Southwest Half Marathon gets rolling Sunday morning. For race results, see Sports.

NINTH RUN GETS DONE

“Exciting things are still happening.” Thus Mike Coogan of Brigid Capital LLC ended his presentation of plans for a mixed-use redevelopment of 12349-57 S. Harlem Ave. to the Palos Heights City Council Tuesday. That echoed the slogan Coogan spread across the front of the former Ben Franklin variety store, promoting its renovation into Palos Place. It is now home to Diane’s Place ice cream shop and restaurant and the Shoppes of Palos Place. Now Coogan plans to do for the east side of Harlem something like his Palos Place development did for west, across the street in the heart of Palos Heights’ central business district.

He proposes to redevelop the one-story building containing four storefronts — Top Nails, Lucky Burrito and the previous home of Cleo boutique — into a two-story structure. The second floor would contain three apartments that he described as “high quality” above commercial space, likely to include a restaurant, on the ground floor. A 16-year resident of Palos Heights, Coogan brought along his project architect, George Madaras, based in Palos Hills, for the presentation to the council. Coogan noted that both his latest redevelopment project and Palos Place comply with the vision set forth in the city’s comprehensive plan of several years ago, and the Harlem Avenue Overlay District, created by ordinance last October. See HARLEM, Page 2

Bob Chesna takes a long, inspiring walk

or eight years, Lori Chesna organized the Walk, Run or Roll race at the Southwest Half Marathon event in Palos Heights. “That race is the best part of this event,” said Bob Grossart, the head of the volunteers for the event. I don’t disagree. For the past couple of years, I’ve photographed some of the biggest smiles at the WRR race. While half-marathoners and 10k runners are doing their thing, a group of special needs kids and adults walk, run or are wheeled in their chairs for a half mile. When they reach the finish line, fans go nuts and the athletes feel like they just won an Olympic event. We’re talking goosebump moments, here. Chesna, the executive director of the South West Special Recreation Association, has put in many hours to make hundreds of athletes smile and feel great in the first eight races and produced an uncountable

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George M. Madaras Architect Inc. image

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Bob Chesna receives a hug from his wife, Lori, while his daughter, Brittany, looks on. Bob walked a half mile in the Walk, Run or Roll portion of the Southwest Half Marathon event Sunday, months after he was told he might not walk again.

Artist’s rendering shows the proposed west façade of 12349-57 S. Harlem Ave. looking northeast.

See CHESNA, Page 2

Runners in Big Race don’t mind cold sweats By Dermot Connolly The competitors weren’t complaining about the drizzle and cold temperatures on Sunday during the ninth annual Southwest Half Marathon and 10K in Palos Heights. “It was a great for runners, but not a great day for spectators,” said Mel Diab, co-founder and director of the race run on Route 83 through Palos Heights and Palos Park. While they may have been few in number, the chilly, wet weath-

er didn’t dampen the spirits of those lining the railings to cheer on family and friends competing in all the races, including South West Special Recreation Association’s Walk, Run or Roll race for people with disabilities. Jeff Prestinario, who co-founded the half-marathon with Diab, served as Sunday’s emcee. Not only was the chilly weather preferable for the runners, there were no reports of exhaustion or dehydration as has happened See BIG RACE, Page 2 Good as gold — the Southwest race medals awaited necks to be placed on.

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Palos Heights resident and lifelong Chicago White Sox fan Dave Skocik displays his collection of Sox memorabilia at the Palos Heights Public Library during the month of May.

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Photo by Dermot Connolly

Green-fingered customers flock to a previous native plant sale at Lake Katherine.

Rep. Dan Lipinski (D-3rd), grand marshal of the 9th annual Southwest Half-Marathon and 10K, gets things started at the event held Sunday on Route 83 in Palos Heights. With him on the reviewing stand are Palos Hills Mayor Gerald Bennett (from left), Palos Community Hospital vice president Tim Brosnan, Palos Park Mayor John Mahoney, race director Mel Diab (with back turned), race emcee Jeff Prestinaro, and Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz. While Supplied photos Lipinski has run the Southwest race in the past, he skipped this year’s edition because he ran his first marathon, the Illinois Marathon, in Champaign on Saturday. He said his goal was to beat four hours and ran it in 3:56.01.

Lake Katherine native Chesna plant sale returns Sat.

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Volunteers sought for cleanup day, too Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens will hold a Native Plant Sale fundraiser this Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The non-profit park in Palos Heights will have a variety of native wildflowers and grasses on sale including swamp milkweed, butterfly weed and Virginia bluebells for $3 each. “Native plants are beneficial in a number of ways,” operations manager Gareth Blakesley said. ‘They are often host plants and attract insects to pollinate our agricultural crops and flowering plants. Sadly pollinators are in decline worldwide probably because of the misuse of pesticides and herbicides. By planting native plants we can help to protect these species. “Native plants also adapt to the weather conditions in this area so once they’re established you don’t have to water they so much and they can cope with winter.’ Volunteers at the sale will also be selling oak saplings for $20 each. Oak trees provide habitat and shelter for up to 600 species but are currently in decline in northern Illinois. Proceeds from the sale will go towards children’s programs, ecological restoration and animal care at Lake Katherine.

Lake Katherine’s operations manager Gareth Blakesley readies an oak sapling for the sale.

River Cleanup Day A team from Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens will join thousands of volunteers across the region to mark Chicago River Day, also this Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The non-profit park is looking for volunteers to help remove in-

vasive species, put in native plants and pick up trash around the park. Lake Katherine will provide a free lunch for all volunteers. Scout Troops and other groups can use this cleanup as an opportunity to participate in community service. The event will be held rain or shine. Call Lake Katherine at 361-1873 to reserve your space.

number of goosebumps. Who could have possibly known that in the ninth running of the event on Sunday that her husband, Bob, would enter the WWR race and finish it in a fashion that would make the finish of a “Rocky” movie look like a snoozer? Bob Chesna, 56, suffered a massive stroke on Aug. 7 and it was touch-and-go if he would live and once he was out of the woods with the Grim Reaper, “they didn’t really think he would walk again.’’ Lori said. Well, he’s walking again and he took out a cane and slowly walked the half mile with a wheelchair nearby just in case he needed to roll the rest of the way. He didn’t need it. “I was determined not to use it,” he said. “I wanted to walk the whole way.’’ “It was great to see him so motivated to do this,” his daughter, Brittany, said. She was in charge of pushing the empty wheelchair for the race. I don’t know how long it took him to walk that half mile because I was shooting photos of this remarkable achievement, but it took a while and he was in last place in the race by far. But that didn’t matter. The fact that he could walk and finish was inspiring enough as he crossed the finish line holding his cane in the air with Roy Orbison’s “You Got It” fittingly playing on the speakers. There were cheers, tears, hugs, a medal placed over his head and photos before he finally sat down in that wheelchair for a well-deserved rest. Lori said she never imagined her own husband — a guy who last year at this time played softball three nights a week and played basketball, racquetball and golf — would be participating in this race. “It’s bittersweet but this is a message to everybody that when we run this race, it’s not just for those with mental disabilities,” she said. “We are always telling community members that you don’t know how your life could change in an instant. Bob had a stroke like so many other people.

Big Race

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Image courtesy Spectrum Retirement Communities

Exterior rendering shows design of the senior living complex proposed by Spectrum Retirement Communities. The plans will be heard May 18 by the Palos Heights Plan Commission.

Harlem

Continued from Page 1 “Both propose to provide alternative zoning, so that innovation, imagination and creativity attract a higher level of design and amenities to enhance the Harlem Avenue corridor – to make creative redevelopment a reality,” he told the council. Aligned with the city’s goal to “improve the aesthetic character of downtown,” Coogan said after preliminary City Council review he will seek the rezoning of 12349-57 S. Harlem site from B-business to the planned unit development (PUD) classification. He wants to enlarge the 4,400 sq. ft. single-story structure into 10,800 square feet, squaring off the first floor with a small addition and adding a second story. The building would contain three to four first-floor commercial tenants, with three apartments of 1,400 to 1,700 sq. ft. each on the floor above.

Parking on the site itself will be expanded by one space, from 30 current to 31. That falls in line with the city’s goals for parking, he said. Further, Coogan hopes to negotiate a shared parking agreement with Lume’s restaurant to the south across the 124th Street. “Their customers already use ours,” he said of his site’s parking lot. That would give 45 total parking spaces in the immediate area, he added. The apartment dwellings in the redevelopment would be accessible by both east and west staircases. Federal rules for such projects that attract residential users and create new income generation reduces the county property-tax load long term, he said. Mayor Bob Straz thanked Coogan “for your dedication to the city” after he concluded. “It’s a good place to invest,” Coogan replied. The project must go before a hearing of the Plan Commission as the first step in the city’s approval process.

Senior living complex A plan to build a senior living complex at Route 83 and Harlem Avenue is scheduled to be heard by the Plan Commission at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 18, at City Hall. Spectrum Retirement Communities wants to build a 175-unit independent living, assisted living and memory care residential building on the nearly 7-acre vacant parcel on which Crown Buick’s landmark rotunda showroom once stood. Plans are for 90 independent living, and 85 assisted living and memory care units in a two-story section connected to a 4-story one. Memory care houses people with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Spectrum wants to develop the entire triangle-shaped parcel that points from Harlem eastward along Route 83. Spectrum would work with the city to develop commercial outlots closest to Harlem Avenue that the senior housing owner/operator deems to be a good fit with the senior home.

on warmer days in past runs, he said. So the four ambulances on standby were not needed. Registration got off to a slow start this year, and the numbers were down a bit from previous years. But “thanks to a big rush in April,” Diab said more than 1,200 people ended up registering. This included 875 in the 13.1mile half-marathon and 355 in the 6.1-mile 10K. According to the final results, a total of 934 people finished both races. U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski (D-3rd) was grand marshal of the event, and offered a good excuse for not running in the half-marathon as he often does. “I ran my first marathon yesterday, the Illinois Marathon in Champaign. And I got dehydrated,” Lipinski explained. State Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-18th) was among the half-marathon runners. He also joined Lipinski and other local leaders and the organizers and sponsors on the reviewing stand before the races got underway. Mayor Straz was there representing Palos Heights, along with Palos Park Mayor John Mahoney and Palos Hills Mayor Gerald Bennett, who welcomed the visitors as president of the Southwest Suburban Conference of Mayors.

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Bob Chesna walks a half mile Sunday, eight months after suffering a massive stroke.

“We always wonder why. He was so athletic and so involved. But you can’t go back and ask why. He’s so inspirational because he’s always such a positive person. It’s proving that with help and therapy and determination, he’s able to do these things.’’ The night Bob had the stroke, he was scheduled for a visit to the doctor the next day. “The stroke was caused by undiagnosed high blood pressure and (atrial fibrillation),” Lori said. “Maybe they would have found the problem at that appointment.’’ The Oak Lawn couple met and

fell in love at Oak Lawn Community High School 37 years ago. While this long process is far from over, Sunday’s triumph is a chapter leading hopefully to a happy ending for the Chesna family. Bob said he was touched by the cheering and well wishes. In the past he has helped out with the WRR race. Sunday, he was a participant. “I felt like I had to come out and be a part of it,” he said. “I’m glad to be here. Everyone was great. I’m glad I could make it.’’

“It’s very important that we keep this race going. It is a great event for the whole area,” said Lipinski, who expects to be back running in it next year. Diab said the race wouldn’t have been possible without the principal sponsors, CNB Bank & Trust and Palos Community Hospital, and he singled out the Meijer grocery store in Orland Park for praise as well, thanking the store for its in-kind donation of bottled water, Gatorade, fruit and energy bars and other food made available to runners and watchers alike. Diab and Prestinario also credited the 200 volunteers who set up everything and ran the refreshment tents, for making the event a success for the ninth year in a row. A faulty air horn used to start the races was the only snafu, but it didn’t bother the runners. “Mel does a great job with this. I like to support his races,” said Wendy Jaehn, 41, who was the fastest woman in the half-marathon. When told that the organizers were concerned that the wet road surface might be dangerous, she said it didn’t slow her down. “You just have to be careful,” she said “I like to run in this type of weather,” said Veronica Laureano, 31, a member of the Chicago Road Runners Club who was the fastest woman in the 10K. Ryan Giuliano, of north suburban Oakwood Hills, won the

men’s half-marathon. He won it two years ago also. He said his time of 1 hour and 9 minutes was close to a personal best. “It is a great course,” he said. “You get a lot of support from the other runners on the way back.” Joe Solek, of Orland Park, was watching from the sidelines with his two Cavalier King Charles spaniels, for his friend, John Cancialosi, who was the lone competitor in the wheelchair race. “He is a great guy and very inspirational,” said Solek, Cancialosi, who owns Tinley Park Kitchen & Bath Shoppe, is a quadriplegic and competes in a hand-cycle, or crank bike, which he pedals by hand in a reclining position. The rain didn’t bother him either. “This is my kind of weather,” said a beaming Cancialosi after the race. He has raised more than $3,700 for SWSRA since he began wheelchair racing a few years ago. Mary Cody of Oak Lawn, who completed the half-marathon with her running partner and neighbor, Brian Jordan, said she was happy to see the finish line and her husband, John, and daughter, Emma, waiting to greet her with hugs. “I’ve run a few half-marathons. But this is the first time doing this one,” said Cody. “It is a really nice run through the forest preserves, but I just want to go home and relax now,” she said with a weary grin.

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HIGH SCHOOL DIST. 230

Board extends Supt. Gay term By Dermot Connolly High School District 230 Superintendent Dr. James Gay has been given a contract extension through the 2020-21 school year. Dr. Gay’s extended contract continues the compensation formula that has been in the Dr. Gay superintendent’s contract. This includes an annual salary increase equal to the Consumer Price Index plus 1 percent with a floor of 3.25 percent and ceiling of 4.7 percent. For 2016-17, the increase will be 3.25 percent, bringing Gay’s Photos by Patt Bailey The Palos Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual Business and Health Expo Saturday at Shepard High School. CNB Bank and Trust regional customer annual salary to $215,242. The District 230 School Board service Rep. Barb Bergamo, teller Debbie Volante and Market President Bob Straz, who is also the mayor of Palos Heights, explain the services offered by the bank to Reatta Nelms, of Chicago. She is a seven- year veteran of the Southwest Half Marathon, which ran the next day. CNB was a principal revealed the decision following an executive session after the monthly sponsor of Sunday’s race. board meeting last Thursday. The issue, like all personnel decisions, was not discussed during the public meeting. School Board President Richard Nogal said in a statement released Friday that the contract extension is a vote of confidence in Gay’s leadership of the district, which includes three high schools, Stagg in Palos Hills, Sandburg in Orland Park and Andrew in Tinley Park. “Dr. Gay fulfilled the goals set by the school board to provide a rigorous education and the social-emotional skills students need to be successful in life,” said Nogal. “He continues to be a strong advocate for our community by tackling the tough issues such as school funding reform and other legislative topics in Springfield. He is a respected educational leader both locally and across the state of Illinois. We look forward to continuing to work with him to provide the exceptional education our students deserve and our community expects, while remaining fiscally responsible to our taxpayers.”

Palos Area Chamber Expo always runs the day before The Big Race

Palos Community Hospital was one of two principal sponsors for Sunday’s half marathon. At the Expo, Susan Katello, advanced Practice Nurse of Cardiovascular Administration and Debra Oksanen, RN, director of Cardiovascular Services, explain the hospital’s new electrophysiology lab. It allows a cardiac electrophysiologist to treat complex heart rhythm abnormalities.

Stacy Schuble, of Digital Marketing Consultants, welcomes guests to Expo on behalf of the Palos Area Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber’s next big event is the annual Scholarship Golf Outing on May 23. To learn more about the Palos Chamber, go to palosareachamber.org

Presto Marketing Inc. executives Jeff Prestinario, vice president, sales, and President Pam Prestinario, his wife, displayed a vast array of promotional products. They can use their years of experience to help your company, school or organization with all promotional product needs. Visit them at prestomarketing.com. Jeff Prestinario is also the co-director of the Southwest Half Marathon and 10K race that ran the next day.

Gay said during the meeting that he and board members Sue Dalton and Denis Ryan planned to head back to Springfield this week to discuss the importance of funding K-12 education with local legislators. Gay joined District 230 in 2000 when he was hired as an associate principal at Andrew High School. He went on to become the school’s principal and then was the district’s deputy superintendent until 2007, when he assumed his current role. Also last Thursday, the school board voted unanimously to rename the swimming pool at Sandburg the Jane Caliendo Aquatics Center. An official naming ceremony is being planned for the fall. Caliendo, an Orland Park resident for most of her life, was a1986 graduate of Sandburg who returned as a physical education teacher and girls’ swimming, diving and water polo coach after earning a degree from the University of Illinois. She died at age 46 on Oct. 4, 2014, after a battle with cancer that earned her the nickname “Warrior Jane.” Her husband, James Caliendo, is a PE teacher at Sandburg. Over her 20-year coaching career at Sandburg, her swim teams earned 13 conference titles and 15 sectional titles, including 10 in a row from 2003 to 2013. She also coached 40 All-American and All-Stare swimmers, and was named sectional coach of the year five times. Her water-polo teams racked up a 435-195 win-loss record, as well as seven conference titles, a sectional title, one Elite 8 finish and 12 all-state players. “Jane’s impact is far and wide,. I know this will mean a lot to our entire community and to recent graduates,” said Sandburg Principal Deborah Baker. “Besides her athletic prowess, she impacted people on a personal level. She would actually follow kids competing for other schools and send them notes of encouragement,” said Baker.

Dist. 230 Relay for Life on track at Sandburg H.S. The Consolidated High School District 230 Relay for Life is the largest high school fundraiser of any kind in the world. In 18 years, District 230 Relay has raised more than $4.1 million for cancer research and support for those undergoing treatment. Students from Sandburg, Stagg and Andrew High Schools will be raising money for the American Cancer Society again this Friday at Sandburg High School in Orland Park. “The dedication, creativity and passion students put into making Relay a success is awe-inspiring,” said Superintendent Dr. James M. Gay. D230 Relay brought home the

National All-Youth Top Income for 2015 and continues to be the second largest student planned Relay event in the nation, surpassed only by Virginia Tech. So far, 164 teams with 1,800 participants have raised $234,181.93 this year, and funds are still coming in. This year’s event is under the direction of Student Event Chairs Xavier Sanchez (Stagg), Moira Collins (Andrew), Anne Schroeder (Sandburg) and Taylor Salamanca (Sandburg). District 230 Staff Coordinators are Katie Fitzpatrick (Stagg), Patricia Regan (Stagg), Kristina Bennett (Sandburg), and Sara Sweeney (Andrew).

Correction A special section in last week’s Regional News promoting Sunday’s Southwest Half Marathon & 10K contained an error. The Palos Park village letterhead used for Mayor John Mahoney’s greetings in that special section incorrectly identified the village Accounts and Finances Commissioner, who is in fact James Pavlatos. The outdated letterhead named a previous holder of Mr. Pavlatos’ elective office. It was provided for publication not by the village, but by a third party. We regret the error.

Palos Heights Public Library Circulation Manager Karen Skocik and Library Director Jesse Blazek were on hand at the Expo to promote the library’s two latest fundraisers: Umbrellas for checkout on a rainy day or purchase for $15, and specialized collector’s cake pans.

Mel Diab, founder of Running for Kicks and Southwest Half Marathon organizer for the ninth year, stops to chat with four-year half marathon veteran Karolina Hogueisson, of Crestwood.

The Palos Heights Beautification Committee was well represented at last Saturday’s Expo with Palos Heights Farmers Market Manager Anne Girzades and Sue Blattner from the Classic Car Event. The farmers market opened yesterday and will run through Oct. 12.

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Gov. Rauner favors sales tax cheats over your local government Did you know that if the mayor of your municipality shares information with other members of his (or her) administration about a big local retailer who has failed to turn in all of its sales tax revenue collections, that mayor could be criminally prosecuted? We’re not talking about allowing a mayor to increase your sales taxes. We’re talking about sales taxes that residents and outsiders already have paid to the business on their purchases. But apparently, millions of dollars in collected sales taxes are not being turned in each year by these big businesses and corporations. In essence, you, the taxpayers, are being cheated by the business. And worse, your local government can’t do anything about it without being prosecuted by the state. This stupid idea is the brainchild of Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner, who has directed the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) to threaten any local government official with prosecution if they try to collect the outstanding sales taxes on their own. You see, Rauner’s law doesn’t allow a mayor, for example, to share the fact that a business is not paying all of its sales taxes. If they do, they will be prosecuted. And Rauner definitely doesn’t want local governments to hire outsiders who can find and identify these unpaid revenues so they can be collected properly. Why would Rauner do that? Why would Rauner not want all of the money a business owes a community to pay that money — sales taxes that the business already collected? It has a lot to do with how Rauner is fronting for big businesses and their lobbyists and advocates like the powerful Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) and the Illinois Chamber of Commerce (ICC). They don’t care about what’s good for the taxpayers. They care about what’s good for businesses. And they would rather punish a mayor who tries to collect the outstanding sales taxes than punish the business who failed to pay its share to cover local community services. State Sen. Michael Hastings, whose father happens to be the mayor of Southwest Suburban Orland Hills, introduced SB 2933, a bill allowing mayors and village administrators not only to share the information but to also bring in outside contractors to collect that owed money. The bill has the backing of many communities, including: West Central Municipal Conference, Village of Maple Park, City of Crest Hill, Town of Cicero, Azavar Governmental Solutions, Village of Minooka, City of Blue Island, South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, Village of Beach Park, Southwest Conference of Mayors, Village of Richton Park, City of Sesser, Village of Melrose Park, City of Chicago Heights, City of Wood River, Will County Governmental League, Lake County Municipal League, Village of Romeoville, Village of Hanover Park, and City of O’Fallon. And of course, Rauner and his big business pals at the Illinois Retail Merchants Association are trying to block the bill. Remember, this is money businesses already took from you when you bought that big screen TV or that new furniture, or even your new car. You paid it. Rauner’s position is idiotic, especially when Illinois can’t pay its own bills because it is short on revenue. The Hastings bill would allow local governments to bring in gunslingers to go out and hunt down these lost sales tax revenues. The contractors would only be paid a small percentage of the lost money they identify. How does that hurt Illinois? How does it hurt the local municipalities? How does it hurt the taxpayers? It doesn’t. But, it does hurt big businesses that are cheating the taxpayers. It hurts big businesses that are collecting sales taxes on items you buy but are not turning them all in to the state for redistribution back to your community. It tells you what the real problem is in Illinois when Gov. Rauner is beholden to the big business lobbyists who want to protect businesses that haven’t fully turned over money they collected from you, the consumer and taxpayers.

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READERS WRITE Mr. Hanania, we don’t need Rep. Lang’s income tax proposal To the editor: Having lived in Illinois for 70 years and a subscriber to the Regional News for 25 years, I’d like to respond to Mr. Ray Hanania’s column last week regarding state Rep. Lang’s proposed state income tax plan (from flat tax to progressive tax). Where have I heard that before? First of all, I’m not surprised Mr. Lang is a Democrat for their solution is always “raise taxes” (in this instance by your estimate, $1.9 billion a year). Let me also state that I am a retiree who would benefit from the “miniscule” tax reduction he proposed, but am defending the “overachieving” high earning taxpayers of Illinois. You define the flat rate tax that everyone currently pays as 3.75 percent of their taxable income whether you make $50,000 a year or $5,000,000 a year. You say: “I think that’s stupid. So does Mr. Lang.” Well, I think it’s more than fair and here is why: Democrats always talk in percentages, but never in actual “out of pocket taxpayer dollars”. So, let’s talk about the current tax law’s actual taxes paid: $50,000 x .0375 equals $1,875 paid in taxes by the lower earners while $5,000,000 x .0375 equals $187,500 or 100 times more than the lower earners paid in taxes by the overachievers! Once again the old Democrat cliche, “the rich aren’t paying their fair share!” That’s the current tax liability for the overachiever. Now, let’s look at Mr. Lang’s plan which you endorse. Proposed plan: $50,000 x .035 equals $1,750 or a $125 dollar tax saving for the lower income taxpayer. Geez, Mr. Lang ought to wear a white beard and red suit trimmed in white fur! The $5,000,000 overachiever would pay the following:

to $10,000,000,000 (that’s 10 billion $’s). But you seem to blame both parties. If I’m not mistaken the Illinois House has been under the leadership of Mr. Michael Madigan for 41 years. Let’s put the blame in the right place! You also acknowledge that public employee pensions are outrageous, double-dipping and multiple pensions. Can’t agree with you more. You recommend that we make Lou Lang the governor. Maybe you should be cheering for the current governor who is keeping his campaign promises and trying in vain to reform pensions as opposed to Mr. Lang’s “same old, same old” — raising taxes to solve the problems he and his colleagues created! — Jim O’Hare, Palos Park

Southwest Half Marathon, thank you! Dear editor: A BIG THANK YOU to Palos Hospital and CNB Bank and Trust, along with Mel Diab, Jeff Prestinario, Palos Heights and Palos Park police departments, Palos Heights Public Works, IDOT, the MANY volunteers and so many others behind the scenes in once again putting together an awesome race! For years I was a walker in this race, and for various life reasons, had to stop. Yet this year a friend and I participated as walkers thanking everyone on the course for their encouragement, water and just being there considering the gray skies. I tell everyone this race and our July Classic Car Event puts Palos Heights on the map! Thank you again, and see you next year! — Julie Pietrzak

Think of the patrol officer, on the point

To the Editor: It was in 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation that designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial 3.5% on first $200,000 Day and the week in which earned: that date falls as Police Week. $7,000 Much has changed in our 3.75% on $200,000 to country and in our policing $750,000 since 1962. Even more changes $20,625 have occurred since 1982 with 8.75% on $750,000 to a small gathering in of 120 $1,500,000 survivors and supporters of law $65,625 enforcement at Senate Park 9.75% on $1,500,000 to Washington, D.C. $5,000,000 Now decades later, National $341,250 Police Week, has grown to a series of events which attracts $434,500* thousands of survivors and law enforcement officers to our Na*248 Times more than what tion’s Capital each year. We do the lower earners would pay. it to honor the men and women who put that uniform on every day because, “It is not someI guess that’s the equivalent thing they do, it is something of Mr. Claus (Lang) putting they are.” coal in the overachievers’ It is also a good time to stockings! The plan is ludicrous remember in your community, and would simply increase the as families prepare to sleep number of Illinois citizen desoundly and rest safely in their partures which Illinois already homes tonight, we ask everyone is close to leading the nation to take a moment and think in. about the incredible selfless You acknowledge that the men and women all across this state of Illinois is in a financial country heading out on patrol, crisis having driven our deficit

willing to put themselves in harm’s way to protect us. This is an awesome responsibility. They are the ones who stand between us and the vandals, burglars, rapists and murderers looking to harm each and every day. These men and women are good, honest, hard-working people just like you. They put themselves on the line every day for our safety. These dedicated men and women who sacrifice time away from their families, are now in some circles vilified, degraded, and even spat upon. But, through their resilience they continue to serve our communities and respond to crises, not theirs, but someone else’s. Over 240 million people called 911 for assistance in 2015 and every day these men and women handle those calls and cases with honor, dignity and professionalism. In the US, local police departments employ about 477,000 full-time sworn personnel and 48 percent of departments employed fewer than 10 officers. We ask all to remember 24/7/365 in this country we have public servants honorably doing their duty and protecting the public without resorting to unnecessary force. Someone has to walk the point, there is always one person way out in front of everyone else. Their duty is to look and listen, and sense that first contact. Wherever you are, please remember in the quiet peace of your home, there are young men and women who are on patrol in your community because they volunteered to take your turn walking the point! “The police are the public and the public are the police; the police being only members of the public who are paid to give full time attention to duties which are incumbent on every citizen in the interests of community welfare and existence.” Sir Robert Peel. — Chief Joe Miller, Palos Park Police Department

Given good reasons to Shop Local in Palos Hts. To the editor: There is a slogan catching on across America, including in the city of Palos Heights. I, for one, can encourage the citizens of our fair city to take the phrase to heart. “Shop local” is a mantra I am embracing after a pleasant experience with a local shop. I purchased window coverings from Chesterfield Designs, at 12914 S. Harlem Ave. After having the coverings installed, a few problems kept popping up with the remote control device. After several attempts to resolve the issue, the problem persisted. The owner of the shop cheerfully and resolutely followed up until the manufacturer agreed to stand by its product and fix it once and for all. It is now in perfect working condition. Palos Heights is a lovely

town with many local businesses headed by hard- working, dedicated owners who give our city a good name. Most owners support efforts to enrich and improve the business climate. And most generously contribute to local fundraising efforts. My hope is that our elected officials and the local Chamber of Commerce will stand behind these local treasures in every way possible. So thank you Chesterfield Designs and Mona Lisa and Honey Baked Ham and Simple Treasure and Noral Jewelers and Diane’s Place and all of the wonderful restaurants and flower shops and the new bakery, and etc, etc, etc. “Shop local” in Palos Heights for good service, quality products and friendly owners. — Janet Evans, Palos Heights

Hastert makes GOP Hall of Shame To the editor: To my Republican friends, You must be so proud. Another Republican leader heading off to prison. Dennis Hastert, convicted serial child molester. He can pen pal with your other convicted felon, George Ryan. They both can email Presidential candidate Donald Trump. What a group of stellar human beings. Child molester and corrupt official who sold licenses to drivers who could not understand or speak English, leading to the death of six Willis children. Trump, a pompous idiot who will get us into another war if elected. Oh, almost forgot about Tom Cross. He wrote a letter in support for child molester Dennis Hastert, even though his 53-year-old brother was [allegedly] molested by that animal. I urge all of you to watch the movie “Spotlight.” It will open your eyes to the world we live in. You have to be diligent to ask questions when it comes to your kids activities and the adults that are involved in their lives. As a coach for over 25 years, I am required to have a background check and go through the virtus testing for Catholic schools. The sad state of affairs is that the church does not do the same due diligence on its own priests. This movie is just the tip of the iceberg. I am also very sensitive to the Hastert case because I wrestled in high school. Fortunately for me I never had a incident. But we did have a assistant coach that was removed because he become too “interested” in the boys on our team. Of course, being at a Catholic school, it was swept under the rug. Parents, ask questions and never assume anything. It is your right to question and ask for the background of any adult who is involved in your children’s life. Hastert is proof that these animals can commit these heinous crimes and find shelter in their public life. He destroyed much more than the five boys who came forward. He affected the lives of every individual he had contact with. I hope he rots in hell. — Brian Callahan

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Thursday, May 5, 2016

POLICE BLOTTER: ORLAND PARK Charged with DUI Orland Park police charged Alfonsas Snarskis, 86, of Homer Glen, with DUI, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, improper lane usage and failure to carry a valid driver’s license while driving after they investigated a one-car crash near 151st Street and Wolf Road at 2:54 p.m. April 21. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Snarskis is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on May 27. Orland Park resident Alex Pastore, 23, was charged with DUI/ drugs, disobeying a traffic signal and operating a vehicle with expired registration after police curbed his minivan in the 15700 block of South 80th Avenue at 6:15 p.m. April 8. He is expected to appear in court in Bridgeview on May 27.

Families can fish Lake Katherine with FOP

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Wallet stolen from unlocked minivan

Palos Heights Police FOP Lodge 154 will hold a Family Fishing Event for the public this Saturday, from 8 a.m. to A 25-year-old Park Forest womnoon, at Lake Katherine in Palos Heights. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. Lake Katherine is at 7402 W. lake Katherine an told police that someone enDrive. Admission cost is $25 per family up to five people; $15 adult; $5 children. Catch and release. No fishing license tered her unlocked minivan while required. No minnows or crawfish allowed as bait. For more information, call Detective Jerry Wodka at 448-5060. it was parked at Dave and Bust-

er’s restaurant, 49 Orland Square Drive, and stole her wallet, which was inside her purse on the back seat of the vehicle. The victim, a customer at the eatery, said she discovered the crime at 8:42 p.m. April 17, after she had been inside more than 90 minutes. She later learned that her debit card was used at the Shell gas station at 143rd Street and Wolf Road.

Tools stolen from pickup truck at mall Someone smashed a window of a locked pickup truck parked at Orland Square Mall, entered and stole about $1,500 worth of power tools inside. The crime

was discovered by the victim, a 40-year-old Tinley Park woman, at 7:10 p.m. April 9, after the truck was unattended for about 70 minutes.

Purse stolen from Hooters customer A 41-year-old Orland Park woman told police that someone stole her purse while she dined with her husband and friends at Hooters, 15300 S. La Grange Road, at 8:30 p.m. April 15. The gray Michael Kors purse contained a cell phone, credit cards, a Coach wallet, a checkbook, $100 cash, a FOID card and other items. The victim told police she thinks the purse may have been stolen by a woman who walked past her. The suspect was described as black, age 50-60, 5-foot-5 and 195 pounds, with braided hair.

Credit cards stolen at pizzeria A 40-year-old Orland Park woman told police that someone stole her credit cards and driver’s license from her wallet while she and her children dined at Pronto Pizza Kitchen, 15222 S. La Grange Road, shortly after 5:30 p.m. April 15. She became aware of the crime when she came home and received a phone call from a credit card company, saying that someone had tried to use her card at the Meijer store in Orland Park. The victim later told police she suspected her belongings had been stolen by a man and a woman who were loitering in the pizzeria. They were described only as a black.

Man allegedly removes whiskey from drugstore Police charged George J. Neff,

55, of Chicago, with retail theft after he allegedly removed three bottles of Jack Daniels whiskey from a drugstore in the 11900 block of West 143rd Street at 2:14 p.m. April 17. A store employee told police that when confronted outside the store, Neff gave back three bottles of whiskey and then walked away. He was apprehended by police near 143rd Street and Pinewood Drive. The charge was made a felony after authorities learned of prior criminal incidents, according to the police report. Neff was due at a bond hearing on April 18.

Charged with retail theft Worth resident Karen N. Villa, 23, was charged with retail theft after she allegedly stole several garments and cosmetic items from a department store in Orland Square Mall at 4:35 p.m. April 19. She was given a court date of May 25 in Bridgeview. Jacob E. Dinsmore, 33, of Oak Lawn, was charged with retail theft after he allegedly stole a bottle of whiskey, a case of beer, and two cases of soda from a grocery store in the 9300 block of West 159th Street at 4:46 p.m. April 15. He is set to appear at a hearing at the Orland Park Civic Center on Wednesday. Orland Park resident Julio M. Diaz, 22, was charged with retail theft after he allegedly stole a necklace and a shirt from a department store in Orland Square Mall at 6:08 p.m. April 13. A charge of criminal trespass to property was added after it was learned that Diaz had previously been banned from the mall, according to the police report. Diaz is due in court in Bridgeview on May 25.

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Crisis Center auxiliary aids its rescue mission Barb Politano, of Palos Heights, treasurer of the Crisis Center for South Suburbia Auxiliary, points the way to its Legends Luncheon last week at Palos Country Club. The auxiliary’s goals are to increase the Crisis Center’s volunteer base, hold fundraising activities and provide opportunities to help victims of domestic violence. Event Co-Chairs Phyllis Cheek and Marie Kaminski, CCSS Auxiliary President, circulated amongst the guests. The group will hold its annual Walk Against Domestic Violence in August. To learn more about membership, contact Marie at mariekam311@aol.com. For more about the Crisis Center Auxiliary, go to crisisctr.org

Palos Fire Dist. offers CPR training

The Palos Fire Protection District offers cardiopulmonary resuscitation training (CPR) classes the second Tuesday of each even-numbered month. Special rates may apply for families and small groups. The Palos Park Woman’s Club is one such group; its members take the classes on an ongoing basis at Fire Station No. 1 on 123rd Street. Shown are woman’s Club members Mary Ann Sullivan, Janice Marco-Bottger, Alma Fremarek, Lucy Krouse and Patricia Bailey with Fire Chief James Graben and firefighter Kevyn Holdefer. For information on attending or to set up a class, contact Kevyn at kholdefer@palosfire.org. More information about this lifesaving training may be found at www.palosfire.org

POLICE BLOTTER: PALOS HEIGHTS Thefts from auto A woman reported that her purse and cellphone were stolen out of her unlocked car while in parked for a few minutes outside a business in the 12800 block of South Ridgeland Avenue about 5:25 p.m. April 27.

Charged with DUI Stephen Blodgett, 53, of Tinley Park, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol at 1:30 a.m. Saturday, in the 13000 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said he failed field sobriety tests. He is due in court on May 24. Stephen Blodgett, 53, of Tinley Park, was charged with DUI at 1:30 a.m. Saturday, in the 13000 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said he failed field sobriety tests. He is due in court on May 24.

Charged with aggravated speeding

Heights Women aid PAWWS cause

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Members of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club recently presented Pam Barnett of Paws Assisting Wounded Warriors with a check for $500 to help support this worthwhile cause. Show are Pat Hogan ( from left standing), Arlene Sypniewski, Rose Zubik, outgoing president; Nancy Mitchell, incoming president; and Sherry TerMaat. Seated is Pam Barnett of PAWWS. More information can be found at www.pawws.org. The monies raised from the club’s ways and means projects are used to support many local charitable groups. The next project is the club’s Annual Flower Sale, which will be held on Saturday, May 21, at 10 a.m. in the Athletico parking lot, across 127th Street from Jewel.

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Haitham A. Hinnawi, 49, of Chicago Ridge, was charged with aggravated speeding following a traffic stop at 8:40 p.m. April 27, in the 12800 block of South Harlem Avenue. He is due in court on June 8. Karissa Leigh Birnson, 21, of Palos Hills, was charged with aggravated speeding at 2:16 a.m. Friday, in the 11700 block of Southwest Highway. Police said he drove more than 25 miles above the speed limit. He is due in court on June 8.

Charged with driving while license suspended Glenyse A. Davis, 23, of Lansing, was charged with driving on a suspended license following

a traffic stop at 2:58 p.m. Monday, in the 12200 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said she was also cited for driving without insurance. She is due in court on June 8.

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SCHOOL NOTES Comedian Pat McGann to host Comedy Night at St. Alexander School St. Alexander School in Palos Heights will present Chicago comedian Pat McGann to host Comedy Night on Saturday, May 21, at St. Alexander Parish Center, 126th and 70th Avenue. The Comedy Night is open to Pat McGann all. A Beverly resident, McGann is a regular host at Zanies Comedy Club and has been seen on The David Letterman Show. Doors will open at 7 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own snacks and beverages. The comedy will begin at 8 p.m. with opening act Kevin Bozeman, who has appeared on Last Comic Standing and Comedy Central, before McGann takes the stage. Music entertainment will follow from Joey, Digs & The Dentist Band. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Drop off a check at the parish or school office. Special pricing is offered: “Fallon Package” — $35 per person with open seating; “Kimmel Package” - $320 for a table of eight or “Letterman Package” — $400 for a table of eight with front row seating. For more, visit stalexanderschool.com or call the school office at 448-0408.

Registration for summer classes at Moraine Valley Moraine Valley Community College summer 2016 semester starts with a three-week pre-session beginning the week of May 23, while the eight- and first four-week as well as continuing education sessions begin the week of June 13, and the second fourweek session begins the week of July 11. Moraine Valley offers classes for those interested in transferring to four-year colleges or universities by earning associate’s degrees in Arts, Fine Arts or Science. Students also can choose from several career programs offered at the college including Allied Health and Nursing, Business and Computer Sciences, Industrial Technology, and Public Service. The college also offers several noncredit programs and courses. To accommodate various student needs, the college offers flexible learning options, including evening, off main campus, oneday-a-week, online, weekend, and

short-term classes. A complete list of credit and noncredit classes can be found in the summer 2016 class schedule or online at morainevalley.edu. Registration is ongoing. Tuition is $116 per credit hour plus fees and books. Students who have applied to the college can register in the Registration Office, located on campus in the Student Services Center (Building S), 9000 W. College Pkwy. in Palos Hills; by phone at 974-2110 (TTY 711); or online at morainevalley.edu.

Online/Internet hybrid classes at Moraine Valley Online or Internet hybrid classes this summer through Moraine Valley Community College are taught primarily over the Internet, while Internet hybrid courses are taught through a combination of classroom and Web-based instruction. Both types allow for students to attend all or part of their class via the Internet with the ability to access the instructor, classmates and course materials. A complete listing of credit and noncredit classes can be found in the summer 2016 class schedule or online at morainevalley.edu. Registration is ongoing. Tuition is $116 per credit hour plus fees and books. Students who have applied to the college can register in the Registration Office, located on campus in the Student Services Center (Building S), 9000 W. College Pkwy. in Palos Hills; by phone at 974-2110 (TTY 711); or online at morainevalley.edu.

Moraine Valley weekend classes Moraine Valley Community College offers several weekend classes during the summer 2016 semester. Available classes include: • Fridays only — Introductory Microbiology, beginning June 17 for eight weeks, and Orientation to IT Professions, beginning June 17 for one week • Saturdays only — Orientation to CGI Careers, beginning May 28 for three weeks, Installation and Service, beginning June 18 for eight weeks, Orientation to IT Professions, beginning June 18 for one week, all at the main campus; Medical Terminology, Life-Span Developmental Psychology and First Aid beginning May 28 for 10 weeks and Personal Computer Basics beginning June 18 for seven weeks at the Moraine Valley Education Center at Blue Island; Introduction to Psychology, Nutrition for Today and Speech Fun-

STUDENT NEWS Adeline Larsen, of Palos Heights, an 8th-grader at Southwest Chicago Christian School, earned second place in her age division in the Worth Township 39th annual Lenon Wisdom Memorial Spelling Bee. The competition was held on April 15 at

Worth Township in Alsip. Illinois. Participants were divided into the Junior Division consisting of 5th and 6th graders and the Senior Division consisting of 7th and 8th graders. The spellers were from schools throughout the township. ***

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Solo concert at SW Montessori

In preparation for visiting the Chicago Symphony Orchestra last Friday, the kindergartners at Southwest Montessori School in Palos Park met with CSO docents earlier in the week and were treated to a concert performance by fellow student Nayan Bhojraj, who has studied the cello since age 4. He delighted his friends with the “National Anthem of the Cello,” explaining that this is the only piece written entirely for the cello alone. Naming the instruments parts, he continued playing a few of his favorite pieces for his delighted classmates.

damentals, each beginning May 28 for 10 weeks at the Southwest Education Center • Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays — First Aid, beginning June 3 for three weeks; Introduction to Psychology, beginning June 10 for three weeks and July 8 for three weeks; Life-Span Developmental Psychology, beginning July 15 for three weeks; Child Psychology beginning May 27 for three weeks; General Sociology beginning June 10 for three weeks Information on all credit and non-credit classes is available in the summer 2016 class schedule or online at morainevalley.edu. Registration is ongoing. Tuition is $116 per credit hour plus fees and books. Students who have applied to the college can register in the Registration Office, located on campus in the Student Services Center (Building S), 9000 W. College Pkwy. in Palos Hills; by phone at (708) 974-2110 (TTY 711); or online at morainevalley. edu.

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Grandparents Day at Chicago Christian

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Chicago Christian High School juniors Pete and Dan Vos and their grandparents, Marlene and Clarence Vos, create a marshmallow catapult in physics class during Grandparents Day last Friday. Grandparents were treated to coffee and cookies before joining their grandchildren for a time of chapel. They then attended classes with their grandchildren and were treated to lunch.

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FINANCIAL FOCUS

Thursday, May 5, 2016

Help your mother prepare for retirement Mother’s Day is almost here, so start shopping for the flowers or candy for Mom. But this year, why not also go beyond the traditional? Specifically, if your mother is still working but getting close to retirement, consider providing her with a gift that can help make her days as a retiree more pleasant. Here are a few suggestions: • Contribute to her IRA. As long as your mother is employed, she can contribute to an IRA, and she may already have one. If so, help her fund it for 2016. You can’t contribute directly to her IRA, but you can certainly write her a check for that purpose, and by doing so, you can make it easier for Mom to “max out” on her account this year. Assuming your mother is over 50, she can contribute up to $6,500 per year to her IRA. As you may know, an IRA can be a great way to save for retirement because it offers significant tax benefits. Contributions to a traditional IRA are typically tax-deductible, while any earnings can grow tax deferred. Roth IRA contributions are not deductible, but any earnings can grow tax free, provided the account owner meets certain conditions. • Give Mom some stocks. You know your mother well, so you are probably familiar with the products she likes. By giving her shares of stock of the companies that produce these goods, you will provide Mom with a feeling of ownership that she may enjoy — along with the benefit of possessing investments that could potentially increase in value. • Discuss retirement income strategy. Even if your mother has made some smart financial moves, such as investing in an IRA and her 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan, she may still need some advice on how best to initiate and manage her retirement income. To cite just one action she needs to take, she must start making withdrawals from her 401(k) and traditional IRA once she turns 70½. But if she withdraws too much each year from these accounts, she could deplete them sooner in

JIM VAN HOWE

Edward Jones Investments her retirement years than is desirable. To develop a solid retirement income strategy — one that can help her avoid outliving her income — she will need to coordinate withdrawals from her retirement accounts with her Social Security payments and any other sources of income she may have available. Because it’s so important to put together an appropriate income strategy, it’s a very good idea to consult with a financial professional. If your mother does not currently work with one, encourage her to meet with someone you know and trust. Of course, your mother may be married and have her finances commingled with those of her spouse. Nonetheless, every one of the suggestions mentioned above is applicable and relevant to your mother, whether she is singled, married, divorced or widowed. Women must be prepared to take full charge of their financial situations, no matter their marital status. Anything you give Mom on Mother’s Day will be appreciated. But if you can add a gift — whether in the form of investments or knowledge — that can help her make progress toward an enjoyable retirement lifestyle, you will be providing her with an enormous “thank you” for all she’s done for you over the years. Jim Van Howe is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Palos Heights. His office is at 7001 W. 127th St. He can be reached at 361-3400. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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Shepard High School students Becca McNicholas, Teddy Aguilar III (center) and William Fitzgerald answer questions “Shark Tank-style” from possible investors for their creation, a medicated wrap that Agular is modeling in their marketing class.

Shepard biz kids pitch ideas Shark Tank-style CNB bankers and Art House owner provide feedback By Dermot Connolly Shark Tank came to Shepard High School last week, with budding entrepreneurs in business education teacher Jennifer Klein’s marketing classes seeking financial backing from local business leaders for their inventions. For the “Astro Business Challenge,” Klein asked her top six student groups to present their products to Palos Heights business leaders. The format took its model from the popular reality TV show “Shark Tank,” in which entrepreneurs try to get people such as real estate guru Barbara Corcoran and investor Mark Cuban to fund their ideas. Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz, who is the local market president of CNB Bank & Trust; Barb Bergamo, CNB regional customer service representative; and Jan Schnierle, owner of Art House, a Palos Heights custom framing business, served as the panel of business investment experts who

critiqued the presentations. Like the pros on TV, the local business leaders peppered the students with detailed questions about their production costs and profit margins before deciding whether to offer funding in exchange for a piece of the profits. Becca McNicholas, Teddy Aguilar III and William Fitzgerald tried to interest them in Compress and Rest, a medicated athletic wrap that combines compression wraps with ointments such as Icy Hot, which they said would eliminate the need for ice packs. Chris Sneed, Leondra Taylor and Jaimelle Scott devised a laundry “hamper holder,” basically a hamper ringed with pockets to hold detergent, bleach and fabric softener. “Parents of kids going to college will be a good market for these, in the hope that they will do their own laundry,” said Straz, who offered to go in for $500 for a 10 percent stake in the business. Bergamo said it would be important to offer the hampers in a variety of shapes, while Schnierle said she would be interested in investing if the students could “firm up” their production costs. The “Scented Signer,” created by Rula Jaber, Amanda Paulsen and Hadeel Aquel, is a pen topped with a perfume or cologne dis-

penser, for males and females. “It’s important to smell right and spell right,” said Paulsen in her sales pitch. “I like the concept but it would have to be revamped because it is too bulky,” said Bergamo. Other creations by students in an earlier class included “The Sockness Monster” sock organizer, and two smartphone apps, including “Track Jumper,” to help drivers get around freight trains; and a game called Cat Maze Runner. “I was very happy with the quality of their ideas,” said Schnierle afterward. “The students really stepped up to the plate with this,” “We saw some really ingenious kids here,” said Straz. None of the students were actually required to take their projects any further, the three who came up with “Rest and Compress” got such positive feedback that they haven’t abandoned the idea of making the product just yet. “If I could get an investor, I would do it,” said Fitzgerald, who plans to major in business in college. “And (Barb Bergamo) gave me her business card,” said McNicholas proudly. She is considering physical therapy as a career, so she might be using her own creation one of these days.

CNB shareholders hold annual meeting Photo by Dermot Connolly

Runners fuel up at Pop’s stand

The first stop for many racers after the ninth annual Southwest Half-Marathon and 10K on Sunday was Pop’s Italian Beef and Sausage of Palos Heights’ tent on the midway near Palos Heights City Hall. Instead of Pop’s famous beefs and hot dogs and fries, however, they lined up for apples, bananas and granola bars, as well as water and sports drinks. For the big race day, more than 200 volunteers ensured that everything ran smoothly for the events held on Route 83 in Palos Heights.

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. Orland Park Nolan Patrick M to Agrawal Manoj P, 17559 Dolorosa Dr, $542,500; Przybyla Jigeesha to Patel Prithul, 10027 Huntington Ct, $190,000; Keefe Anne H to Kozicki James K, 9018 Lori Ln, $292,000; Downs-Tryon Beverly J Tr to Joseph Rupa, 10835 Carolyn Ct, $520,000; Eret Albert Charles to Bedwan Nada, 15713 Lake Hills Ct, Unit #157132S, $185,000; Jelen Sharon to Mizyed Walid, 17713 Abigail Ln, $450,000; Judicial Sales Corp to Cirrus Invest Grp LLC, 9422 Georgetown Sq, $139,500; Judicial Sales Corp to Owaynat Mushir, 8942 Patty Ln, $208,000; Banco Popular North America to Scheiner Stacie P, 15000 Meadow Ln, $246,000; Copeland Ruth L to Copeland Joseph, 8824 Fairway Dr, $112,000; Tenardius LLC to Baumgardner Robert D Tr, 8750 168th St, $200,000; Leviton Jan to Devon Bk, 9312 Bradford Ln, Unit C, $157,000; Martinelli Anthony Tr to Zingarelli Michael, 15561 Mimosa

Ave, $265,000; Hobby Ariana to Mayer Joseph, 9865 Cordoba Ct, Unit #3A, $87,000; MN Grp LLC to Moss Sewer & Water Inc, 15018 Huntington Ct, $125,000; Wells Fargo Bk to Vanchipurakal Stephen J, 10630 Churchill Dr, $425,000; First Midwest Bk Tr to Othman Saleh Z, 15108 Grandview Dr, $195,000. Palos Heights Ibrahim Lena to Reed John R, 6038 W 128th St, $247,500;

Murray Jacqui to Maggenti Joseph Trust, 7702 Oak Ridge Ct, Unit #77022B, $206,000; Cornersite Palos LLC to PMI Venture LLC, 12801 S Harlem Ave, $1,650,000. Palos Park Morrone Frederick M Tr to Slodyczka Andrzej, 23 Wildwood Trl, $580,000; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Pierson Marilyn, 9833 Terrace Dr, Unit #B1L10, $130,000; Hebert Isobel A Ind Extr to Czarnecki Charlene, 11800 Winslow Rd, $335,000.

Mortgage Rates Around the Area First Midwest Bank (as of May 2) 30-year fixed 15-year fixed 30-year fixed Jumbo

RATES APR POINTS 3.750 3.785 0 3.000 3.055 0 3.625 3.670 0

30-year fixed 15-year fixed 10-year fixed

RATES APR POINTS 3.625 3.645 0 2.990 3.026 0 2.875 2.927 0

30-year fixed 20-year fixed 15-year fixed

RATES APR POINTS 3.625 3.673 .25 3.375 3.442 .25 3.000 3.067 .25

United Trust Bank (as of May 2)

Prospect Federal (as of May 2)

All rates subject to change daily. Equal opportunity lenders.

The shareholders of CNB Bank Shares Inc. held their annual meeting April 21 in CNB’s corporate headquarters in Carlinville. In addition to receiving a report on the past year’s performance, shareholders re-elected the incumbent board of directors for the ensuing year. Re-elected to the parent company’s board were James Ashworth, Judith Baker, Shawn Davis, Peter Genta, Nancy Ruyle, and Richard Walden (all of Carlinville); Ralph Antle (of Taylorville); and Joe Heitz (of Alton). At a subsequent organizational meeting, Richard Walden was reelected by the board to serve as chairman. Also at that meeting the incumbent board of the subsidiary, CNB Bank & Trust, N.A., was also reelected, with the

exception of Bernie Curvey (of Taylorville) who is retiring from the board after serving for 23 years collectively for CNB and Palmer Bank, a former subsidiary. The bank’s board consists of Walden (Chairman), Ashworth, Baker, Davis, and Ruyle; as well as, John Boehm and Jim Salske (of Carlinville), Rick Champley and George Yard (of Taylorville), and Larry Franklin (of Alton). All officers of the company and the bank were reappointed to their current positions, including Ashworth as president of the company, Davis as president and CEO of the bank, and Franklin as executive vice president and COO of the bank. Highlighted during the financial report was the steady growth of CNB, eclipsing $850 million in

assets during 2015; and growth in both deposits and retained earnings that support the overall financial condition. CNB Bank & Trust has 13 locations in as many communities, namely: Alton; Brighton; Carlinville; Carrollton; Clayton, MO; Hillsboro; Jacksonville; Jerseyville; Oak Forest; Palos Heights; Pittsfield; Shipman and Taylorville. In addition to traditional loan and deposit banking services, CNB provides wealth management through its Trust operations and Jeff Morris Investments, as well as a wide range of residential fixed-rate loan products for access to the secondary market through CNB’s mortgage department (formerly SCIL Mortgage, LLC).

COMINGS & GOINGS

Hawthorne takes over Crestwood OTB The Village of Crestwood has announced that Hawthorne Race Course in Stickney had acquired the Crestwood OTB facility that had been owned by Balmoral Park, which closed at the beginning of this year. Crestwood Mayor Lou Presta announced April 22 that Hawthorne planned about $400,000 in remodeling and improvements to the facility at 13148 Rivercrest Drive. “We are very pleased that Hawthorne Race Course has decided to join us, bringing its brand of OTB excitement to us here in Crestwood,” Presta said in a release. “We look forward to a long and fruitful relationship with the Carey family and Hawthorne Race Course.” Remodeling for the Crestwood OTB is slated to begin after this year’s Kentucky Derby, which will be held May 7 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. Founded in 1891, Hawthorne Race Course is the fourth-oldest racetrack in the nation and the

BOB BONG oldest sporting venue in Illinois. The track hosts thoroughbred racing in the spring and fall/winter, and standardbred harness racing in January and the summer.

Arrowhead Ales opens in New Lenox Yet another craft brewer has opened a brewpub in the southwest suburbs. Arrowhead Ales Brewing Co. opened its doors April 11 in the former Charleston’s Bar and Grill at 2101 Calistoga Drive in New Lenox, near Laraway Road and Cedar Road. Arrowhead’s food menu features entrees such as steak frittes and Pacific seabass along with

sandwiches, sides, soups and salads and a build-your-own-burger option. The beer menu features 10 brews, five of them on tap. Brews range from Weed Whacker, a hoppy wheat ale, to Devils Breakfast, an Imperial oatmeal breakfast stout. Other kinds include a Triple IPA, a red ale and a German-style sour beer. The brewpub grew out of brewer Mike Bacon’s dabbling with homemade brews, which he started doing in 2009. The brewpub is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. from Sunday to Thursday and from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. For more information, call (815) 717-6068. You can also visit the website at arrowheadales.com and on Facebook at Arrowhead Ales Brewing Company. If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line at bobbong@hotmail.com.

LIFESTYLE

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Trinity students and neighbors Love Palos in Navajo

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The annual Love Palos Day took place on Saturday, April 23. This traditional end-of-the-school-year community service project sent dozens of Trinity Christian College students out into the Palos community to assist residents with spring cleanup projects. A large number of students were assigned to the immediate neighborhood of Trinity to work with Navajo Hills residents to clear planting beds in readiness for planting in a few weeks. Navajo residents who worked alongside students were Gary and Sue Miller, Jim Pasquinelli, Henry Lang, Rick VanDyken, and Sandy and Sarah Mudde under the supervision of Ed Dombrowski.

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Don Shannon brings roses to participants, including Penny Wills, of Palos Park (standing), in last year’s Barn To Be Wild fundraising event.

Barn to be Wild will put pair in Children’s Farm’s pigpen Fundraiser for The Center this weekend

Barn To Be Wild 8 will be held this Saturday, from 1 p.m. to Sunday at 4 p.m. at the Children’s Farm in Palos Park. Each year for the past seven, a person or group has volunteered to live in the pigpen of the Children’s Farm for 27 hours in exchange for donations to support the mission of The Center. This year, Pathway Director Don Shannon and his wife Bernadette will take their turn in the pen. There will be music, arts and crafts, story-telling and the whole event will be webcast at www. barntobewild.org. Those interested can donate on-

Don and Bernadette Shannon relax before their stint in the pigpen for Barn To Be Wild at the Children’s Farm this weekend.

line or in person, and admission to the Children’s Farm is free from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on both Saturday

Sheep to Shawl on the farm

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and Sunday. The Children’s Farm is at The Center, 12700 Southwest The Center art instructor Heather Young shows young visitors how to weave decorative fabric at last week’s annual Highway, Palos Park. Sheep to Shawl event at The Children’s Farm, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park.

COMMUNITY NEWS

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SW Suburban widow/ widowers social club SW Suburban WOW will meet 7 to 9 p.m. this Friday and Friday, June 3, at Zion Church, 17100 S. 69th Ave. Tinley Park. The group meet monthly; beverages and snacks are served, and entertainment often provided. Activities include restaurant outings, dances, trips, theater, monthly games, discussion, interaction meetings, newcomers get- acquainted meetings. For more, call Danell Chmura at 630-728-9368.

Camille’s Confections at Community Tent

Tinley Moraine Genealogists

Music for Palos Newcomers The entertainer for the Palos Newcomers luncheon was unable to attend, so Rikki Neyer (left) filled in for him. She sang both old time songs and arias from operas. She is shown with Dorothy Kopacz, president of the Newcomers. Their next luncheon/meeting is on Thursday, May 26, at the Beverly Country Club. For more information about this social club (you do not have to live in Palos or be a newcomer), call Terry at 448-6598.

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Palos East 3rd-graders show science projects

Palos East 3rd-grader Logan Faubel impressed onlookers with his demonstration of a glow-in-the-dark volcano at their science fair on Monday. Nine students fromRachel Carr’s 3rd-grade class demonstrated their science projects for peers and teachers. Topics included magnetic slime, penny reactions, potato electricity. The budding scientists included: Danius Pukstys, Kipras Zigmantas, Logan Faubel, Felix Banachowski, Omar Mostafa, Zackary Masaud, Matas Ramanauskas, Katie Kois and Szymon Leja.

LIBRARY NOTES Orland Park Public Library offers events

Celebrate spring at Palos Heights Farmers Market

CLUB ACTIVITIES

Speaker Peg Kapustiak will discuss the “Four Islands of Southern Cook County” at the next Tinley Moraine Genealogists meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 12, at Tinley Public Library, 7851 Timber Drive. Learn about their geology, geography, natural habitat and history. Why are the railroads, the canals and the interstate located where they are? The group will also hold its annual book sale.

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sition & H. H. Holmes, America’s First Serial Killer 7 p.m. Learn about the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair and Herman Webster Mudgett’s connection to it. Wednesday *The Key to Life 7 p.m. Learn about early detection for breast cancer. Thursday 5/12 *Relax and Rejuvenate with Meditation 10 a.m. Renee Oswald, certified hypnotherapist, guides patrons through meditation and mindfulness. *Mo’ Beat Clues Concert 2 p.m. Samuel Lozada of Mo’ Beat Blues gives a concert. Romance Book Discussion – Skye O’Malley 7 p.m. Join us for a book discussion on the novel Skye O’Malley. Friday 5/13 *Craft Club – Melt and Pour Soapmaking 5 p.m. Grades 6 – 12. Register now to learn how to create custom soaps using dye, scent, and molds of your choice. Upcoming Finals Frenzy 4 p.m. May 16 – May 20. The library reserves space for those studying for finals. * New program at the library.

10 a.m. No registration is needed. • Reception for Miss Denise! - After more than 17 years, numerous crafts and too many story times to count, Miss Denise has decided to retire. Families are invited to a reception for her today, from 3-5 p.m., in the Youth Services Department. • Mothers’ Day Teas – Children can bring their mom, aunt, grandmother, or any other special person to this annual dress-up event. Enjoy stories, tea and cookies, and a craft to take home on Friday, May 6, at 11 a.m. and Saturday, May 7, at 1 p.m. Space is limited so please register early. • Teen Time – grades 6 & up - Unwind at the end of the week with gaming, board games, or detailed coloring sheets in the Young Adult Section every Friday in May, from 2:30-4:30 p.m. No registration is needed. • After School Club - grades 1-3 - Kids can explore this fun series about a talking, helpful hamster on Tuesday, May 10, at 4 p.m. Registration is needed. • Chess Club-ages 6 and up Kids can play chess and learn a few tips on Wednesday, May 11, from 7-8 p.m. No registration is needed. All programs are free and open to everyone at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. in Palos Heights. For more information or to register for a program, visit palosheightslibrary.org, call 448-1473, or stop by the Youth Services desk.

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Friday (E=MC2) ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB 2 4 p.m. Children, grades 3-5. Learn how to save the earth through interactive science activities at Orland Park Public Library, 14921 Raviana Ave. 428-5100. Board Game Night 5:30 p.m. Adults. Play your favorite board games, and find people that are interested in some of the same games at the library. Meet the Artist – Dider Nolet 7 p.m. Artist, Dider Nolet, makes himself available to answer questions about his art, displayed on the second floor. Cozy Corner Bedtime Storytime 7 p.m. Ages 4 and older. Don’t forget to wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal to this special storytime for kids. Saturday Bright Starts Family Storytime 10 a.m. All ages. Start your weekend off right with family and reading . Discovery Depot! 1 p.m. Children of all ages are invited to drop in and make something on the first floor. Monday Tablet/eReader Drop-in Session 3 p.m. Learn how to use your new Nook, Kindle, iPad, or Smartphone. Bring it to the computer Heights library lab for quick answers to get you youth programs started. • Drop In Story Times - Children Tuesday Once Upon a Time Storytime ages 2-6 can join us for Drop In 11 a.m. Children of all ages Story Times today (Thursday) at should bring their families to drop in for a tale or two. Gmail Email Part 2 11:30 a.m. This class is for those Puzzle on Page 11 Puzzle on Page 11 with email who would like to learn how to attach pictures and documents to their emails and set up a virtual address book. Microsoft Powerpoint 2010 6 p.m. Could learning how to give a slideshow presentation really help your career? Learn how to get started. FAMILY DANCE PARTY EXTREME! 6:30 p.m. Children are invited to dance to the music. *The World’s Columbian Expo-

Spring 2016 has been rather cool, but that is perfect growing weather for spring vegetables. Stop by the farmer’s stands and pick up early spring vegetables that are in the market, including kale, spinach, lettuces, rhubarb, radishes and more. In addition, they have beautiful flowers, flowering baskets, flowering shrubs, and potted herb plants available. Hiemenz Nursery has a very large assortment of perennial flowers, grasses, and flowering shrubs. Your yard will be beautiful! A large selection of food items are also at the market on a weekly basis. They include breads, bakery goods, desserts, pies, and noodles, many varieties of cheeses, butter, eggs, jams and local honey, beef, pork and chicken, salsas, pasta sauces and Italian peppers, loose leaf teas and coffee. Aracely’s has three different varieties of ready to eat tamales, and Parmesan’s Pizza has ready to eat pizza and pizza products, along with ready to bake pizza, pesto, and bakery items. Camille’s Confections will be a guest of the Community Tent on Wednesday, May 11. Four different varieties will be offered, including Original, Sassy Sea Salt, The Nutty Buddy and Dark Chocolate Blueberry Pecan, in both half and full pound sizes. The toffee is delicious! It makes wonderful end of school year gifts for teachers, bridal shower and wedding desserts, and more! Make sure to stop by and pick some up. Make sure to stop by the City Tent. Pick up this week’s recipe of the week Strawberry Gazpacho courtesy of Dr. John Principe MD of WellbeingMD Center for Life. This and some previous year’s early springtime recipes will be available. Previous year’s recipes can be found at www.wellbeingmd.com, or palosheights.org. Also, make sure to pick up a 2016 Frequent Shopper Card. Bring a canned food donation (fruit, vegetable or protein only), or donate fresh fruit or vegetables from the

market, and double credit will be given to your Frequent Shopper Card. This year, the market is partnering with The Palos United Methodist Church Food Pantry at 12101 S. Harlem Ave. All canned donations will be brought to that location. All fresh produce donations will be donated to Operation Blessing in Alsip. LINK cards are now accepted at the Palos Heights Farmers Market. New to the market this year, the “Palos Bucks” Double Value Matching Program has started. Stop by the City Tent to start the process and for more information. The market is proud to announce that it is the recipient of a LINK UP Illinois USDA Grant, for the support of the promotion of the Palos Heights Farmers Market LINK program. 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 filling up fast. Representatives of the Palos Heights Beautification Committee will be available selling this year’s Classic Car Event Split the Pot Raffle Tickets. The Grand Prize is a guaranteed $10,000, with other prizes available. The Drawing will be on Thursday July 21, and winner need not be present. The market would like to thank this year’s Palos Heights Farmers Market Sponsors. They include Dr. John Principe, MD of Wellbeing MD Center for Life, The Private Bank, BMO Harris Bank, CNB Bank and Trust, United Trust Bank, City of Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz, Running for Kicks, Bon A Pit, Golden Shoes and Type Concepts Inc. — Palos Heights Farmers Market

COMMUNITY NOTES League of Women Voters annual spring dinner event The League of Women Voters of the Palos Orland Area will hold their annual spring dinner meeting on Tuesday, May 10, starting at 6:30 p.m., at the Midlothian Country Club, 147th and Lavergne Avenue in Midlothian. The event will include a portrayal by award-winning actress Leslie Goddard as Amelia Earhart, the aviation pioneer and the first woman to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a solo flight in 1932. She mysteriously vanished during a flight over the Pacific in 1937.

There is some evidence that her plane may have run out of gas somewhere over Howland Island but she was never found. Amelia Earhart Goddard is an accomplished actress who presents history programs. She has also portrayed Eleanor Roosevelt for the League of Women Voters of the Palos Orland Area. Cost for the dinner is $40. Contact Charlene Otero by email:

cmotero@comcast.net or call 3614285.

PLOWS seeks volunteers PLOWS Council on Aging seeks volunteers to assist with the home- delivered meals packing process once or twice per week, from 8 to 9:15 a.m. PLOWS is also in need of drivers to deliver meals to older adults in Palos and Orland townships. Driver commitment is two to three hours one morning per week. For more, contact PLOWS at 361-0219.

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Palos history report heard Swallow Cliff NSDAR

The orphan ministry of Orland Park Christian Reformed Church, 7500 W. Sycamore Drive, will is sponsor a rummage sale on Friday,

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Swallow Cliff Vice Regent Audra Gray presented a donation to Palos Historical Society President Robert Busch at a recent meeting of the chapter.

houses, and on June 24, 1835, the Paddocks became the legal landowners, buying 1040 acres for $1.25 an acre. Another prominent family, the McClaugherys, bought 480 acres and married into the Paddocks, as did the McCords. The 1840s and 1850s saw an influx of Irish laborers who built the I&M Canal and Sag Bridge.

Today’s canal is the third one built. To meet the growing city of Chicago’s demand for wood, the once-plentiful Palos timber was soon decimated. Busch expressed his hopes that in the future, sites around the Palos area can be excavated to reveal evidence of the earliest settlers and the remnants of those first forts.

May 13, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday, May 14, from 8 a.m. to noon. All of the proceeds from the sale will help adoptive families and orphans in the community

and around the world. Organizers seek donations of household items, clothing, furniture, etc., which can be dropped off on May 11, 5-7 p.m., or May 12, 7-9 p.m.

in Alsip. Doors open at 11 a.m., lunch at 11:30, show at 12:15 p.m. Entertainment provided by Royale Polynesian Revue. Cost is $30, includes show plus a catered lunch from Jack & Pat’s (ham, chick-

en, double-baked potato, broccoli au gratin, macaroni salad, garden salad, and more). Hawaiian attire encouraged and leis provided. Reservations required. Call 3712900, ext. 15.

SENIOR NOTES Luau for Worth Township seniors Seniors living in Worth Township are invited to a luau on Wednesday, May 11, at Worth Township, 11601 S. Pulaski Road

PICK OF THE LITTER

Remembering Skip; saving Pepe JOHN FLEMING DVM • Prairie StateVet.com

First things first. If you are in one of our exam rooms and your young daughter or granddaughter needs to use the bathroom, rest assured that we will not allow any man to follow her into the toilet area. Unlike at one of the local department stores, your kids are safe here. Our technicians are skilled in kick-boxing and martial arts. You have my word; no man will follow your daughter into the bathroom here. We received a telephone call last week that Skip had died. It seems like he was in the clinic not that long ago. Skip was 83 years old and was one of our favorite clients. I first met Skip in l989 when I did a house call late one summer afternoon to see one of his cats. After the exam, we sat on his back porch and mostly killed a bottle of wine. Skip had a lot of stories about the stray cats he had taken in over the years and there were quite a number. Over the years as we moved into a building, and I was no longer doing house calls, Skip would come into our clinic and I could always tell when he was in the building. He had a good relationship with the staff and I could always hear him talking and cutting up with the staff. As Skip’s health slowly declined I would see him walking from the parking lot into the clinic and down our hallways pulling his cat carriers behind him on a cart. About 15 to 20 years ago he told me that he had a friend that was building a small replica of a Viking ship and that he wanted

Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Alsip, Illinois. Dedicated Longtime English Literature Teacher at Mother McAuley High School and Sacred Heart High School Lemont, Il. Member of Palos Fine Arts Council, Recorder for Books for the Blind and Contributing Author to the Palos Regional Newspaper. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made in her honor to the American Brain Tumor Association abta.org For Additional Information please Call 708 448-3530 or www.vanhenkelum.com

Elizabeth K. Morgan, nee Ezell

HOUSES OF WORSHIP Rummage sale

Susan J. Lang Susan J. Lang nee Dalheim age 95 of Palos Park. Beloved Wife of Franklin R. Lang. Loving Mother of Dr. Richard ( Ginger ) Lang, The Late Thomas R. ( Susan ) Lang & Daniel R. ( Bernadette ) Lang. Grandmother of Thomas M. ( Marissa ), Dr. Michael J. ( Sarah ) & Timothy J. ( Mary Eileen ) Lang. Great Grandmother of Edmund Richard, Caroline Marina & Juliet Olivia Lang. Visitation Saturday, May 7th from 9:00 am until time of Mass 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Woods Church 10731 W. 131st Street Orland Park, Illinois.

By Gale Shafer

Imagine Palos thousands of years ago. Native Americans would have been here fishing and hunting, as evidenced by arrowheads that have been recovered. In the swampy areas they grew wild rice. By the 1600s, carved out by glaciers that left two small islands and a mountain, Palos had abundant timber and prairie. Robert Busch, president of the Palos Historical Society, set the scene for the Swallow Cliff Chapter NSDAR and presented some of the research he has done over the years to track the arrival of the first Europeans in the Sag Valley and their settlements. La Grange Road was one of the earliest roads, with 111th and La Grange Road being the geographical center of Palos. The year 1673 found Father Marquette and Louis Joliet in the area around the Des Plaines River. In 1763, Palos came under British rule after England won the French and Indian Wars. Two forts or earthworks were claimed to be built there. On March 21, 1821, the first official plat of survey was delivered. While variously known as Sag Precinct, Orange Township, or Trenton Township, Palos was eventually named after the port of Palos, from which Columbus sailed. In 1834, James Paddock son of John David Paddock (“Blind David”) is considered the actual founder of Palos and settled on government land near what is now 93rd Street and Kean Avenue. The pioneer village, called “Paddock Settlement,” consisted of six

DEATH NOTICES

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Meet one of our technician’s dogs Pepe, a 5-year-old Chihuahua who was paralyzed from a ruptured intervertebral disc (in his back). His owner brought him in for euthanasia, but our tech asked if she could try nursing him back to health. The gentleman agreed and transferred ownership to Tracy. As she put it, “I lasered his back like crazy” (I think she brought him to work every day for a couple of weeks) and he recovered amazingly well. Here Pepe shows off his new bed.

his ashes put into that model ship, set on fire, and set sail out into a particular lake in Minnesota or Wisconsin. We talked about this off and on over the years, usually in a joking manner, and I told him that when the time came I would be honored to send him off as he wished. Now that the time has come I will just wait to hear if that duty now falls to me. Last week one of my doctor friends was in the clinic and he was quite upset. He has a great dog who recently went into kidney failure. We discussed treatment at length and had a good strategy planned. After my friend left I was reviewing his dog’s record and noticed that he had not been heartworm tested in at least 4 years. Some people do not think heartworm disease is a problem around here but I know my friend does. I assume he just forgot. We had some blood left in the lab and I asked our tech to run a Snap 4-Dx test which checks for heart-

worm disease. The dog was negative for heartworm but our “heartworm test” (Snap 4Dx) also tests for Ehrlichia, Anaplasmosis and Lyme disease. He dog was strongly positive for Lyme disease. He lives in a wooded area and I am hoping that all, or some portion, of his dog’s kidney issue is due to Lyme disease (Lyme nephritis) and can be reversed, at least somewhat, with an extended course of antibiotics. Some clinics do use the less expensive “heartworm only” test but many others use tests like Idexx’s Snap 4Dx which screens for all 4 diseases. We no longer call it a yearly “Heartworm Test” but refer to it as our “Arthropod Screen”. We diagnose a lot more Lyme disease than heartworm disease. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image. — The second of the Ten Commandments.

Devoted wife of Corny for 58 years; Loving mother of James (Elizabeth), Mark (Anita), Kathryn (Mark) Leider, Maureen (the late John) McGlynn, and Michael (Carla); Proud grandma of Michael (Katelyn), Elizabeth, Moira, Samantha, Elizabeth, Christine, Kit (Anthony) Pierri, Liam, Kelly, John Patrick, Ryan, Matthew, Dylan, and Caleigh; Beloved great-grandma of Grace; Lifelong learner committed to health, yoga and wellness; She shares memories with friends from St. Sabina’s, Our Lady of Longwood Academy and the Palos Garden Club; Proud President and Longtime member of the Southtown Dahlia Club; Visitation Thursday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Friday 9:00 a.m. from Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th Street, Chicago Ridge to St. Alexander Church, 7025 W. 126th Street, Palos Heights. Mass 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 3 International Drive Suite 200, Rye Brook, NY 1073,or http://pages.teamintraining.org/il/chitri16/kLeider; Interment Private. For funeral info 708-422-2700, or www.curleyfuneralhome.com

Robert F. Novak

Robert Frank Novak, age 75, of Palos Heights, went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 28. Beloved husband of 44 years to Dorothy L., nee Pilditch. Loving father of Janet Novak, Deborah (Robert) Gilman and Cheryl Novak. Cherished grandfather of Zachary and Violet. Dearest brother-in-law of Walter (Joyce) Pilditch, Albert (Bonnie) Pilditch and Anita (late Paul) Kobierski. Dear uncle and cousin of many. Mr. Novak was born in Evergreen Park. He was a banker. Memorial Visitation was held May 2 at Colonial Chapel, Orland Park. A Service to Celebrate Roberts’s Life was held May 3 at Palos Heights Christian Reformed Church, Palos Heights. Interment private, Orland Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to American Cancer Society or your favorite charity.

Antoinette ‘Toni’ Palermo

Antoinette “Toni” Palermo, nee Mendicino, age 88, of Orland Park, died on April 15. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin (1995). Loving mother of Robert (Jacqueline). Cherished grandmother of Anna and Nina. Dear sister of Mary Vitek, Ann Scinto and the late Pat

Mendicino, Luigi Mendicino and Fran Zuccarello. Dearest aunt of many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Palermo was born in Chicago. She was a retired banker with Amity Federal Savings. Visitation was held Sunday, April 24. Funeral Monday, April 25, from Colonial Chapel, Orland Park to St. Michael Church. Mass 10:45 a.m. Interment private.

Dina Pierik

Dina Pierik, nee Bos, age 96, of Orland Park, died on April 18. Beloved wife of the late John Pierik. Loving mother of John II “Jack” (Pearl) Pierik. Cherished grandmother of Kristen Pierik (friend Daniel McDonald), Sarah (Jerod) Clark, and John III (Kourtney) Pierik. Dearest great-grandmother of John IV and Liam. Dear sister of Trudy Bos, Gary (late Clara) Bos and the late Dr. Gerda Bos, Grace (late Henry) Voss, Effie (late Jerry) Steenwyk, Raymond (Anna) Bos, and Jack (Ruth) Bos. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Pierik was born in Bellwood. She was a homemaker. Family received relatives and friends on April 21 until time of Celebration of Life Service 6 p.m. at Colonial Chapel in Orland Park. Burial private at Chapel Hill Gardens South Cemetery, Oak Lawn.

HEALTH BEAT Orland Twp. monthly immunization clinic

call 226-2300.

Orland Township will hold its monthly immunization clinic this Saturday, from 9 to 11:30 a.m., and Tuesday, June 7, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at the township building, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave. Free vaccines are available to township children 18 and under. Some eligibility restrictions apply. Non-residential children who meet the eligibility guidelines are welcome. For children residing outside of the township, a $20 fee per vaccine will be charged (does not apply to those with Medicaid/All Kids). An up-todate shot record is mandatory to receive any vaccine, and children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Children’s vaccines that are available include DTaP, DTaP-Hep B-IPV, DTaP-IPV-Hib, DTaP-IPV, Hep A, Hep B, Hep B-Hib, HPV, Meningococcal, MMR, IPV, Pneumococcal, Rotavirus, Tdap and Varicella. Adult vaccines that are available include HPV, Pneumococcal, Hep A, Tuberculosis, Hep B, Tdap, IPV, Meningococcal, Hep A-Hep B, MMR, Typhoid, Varicella and Shingles. For more clinic dates and adult immunization prices, visit www.orlandtwp.org.

Breastfeeding basics class at Palos Community Hospital

Joy of Grandparenting class at Palos Hospital All soon-to-be grandparents are invited to attend a free class at Palos Community Hospital designed to help prepare for a new baby. This interactive program explores the many facets of the grandparent role as well as ways to support the new parents. An update on current childbirth practices and a tour of the Birthing Center are included. The class takes place Thursday, May 12, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. This is a free class. Registration is required. To register, visit PalosCommunityHospital.org or

Breastfeeding Basics is a personalized class led by a Palos Community Hospital lactation consultant. It is designed to provide new parents the basics for successful breastfeeding. The program covers breastfeeding advantages, practical techniques, pumping, storing, returning to work, dad’s role and family support. Breastfeeding Basics will be offered from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 19 at Palos Community Hospital. Cost is $20 per couple. Advance registration is required. To register, visit PalosCommunityHospital.org or call 226-2300.

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TCF NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND/OR DEVISEES OF LINDA C. FIC A/K/A LINDA FIC, SANDRA MONTANEZ, MANOR CARE OF PALOS HEIGHTS IL, LLC F/K/A MANOR CARE OF PALOS HEIGHTS EAST IL, LLC, CITY OF PALOS HEIGHTS, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF LINDA C. FIC A/K/A LINDA FIC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 00116 12525 S. MCVICKERS AVENUE Palos Heights, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 2, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 18 IN BLOCK 1 IN AUSTIN VIEW, A SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTH 1099 FEET OF THE EAST HALF (EXCEPT THE WEST 247 FEET OF THE EAST 1147 FEET OF THE SOUTH 545 FEET THEREOF) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 12525 S. MCVICKERS AVENUE, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-29-307-005-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $85,606.36. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact DAVID T. COHEN, DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES, 10729 WEST 159TH STREET, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467, (708) 460-7711 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES 10729 WEST 159TH STREET ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 (708) 460-7711 Attorney Code. 25602 Case Number: 15 CH 00116 TJSC#: 36-5476 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

CROSSWORD PUZZLE Across 1 With 69-Across, subject of this puzzle 7 Portrayer of 1-/69-Across in “Sherlock Holmes” (2009) 14 Not straying from the subject 16 Satan 17 “The Diary of Anne Frank” police 18 Muscle-to-bone connectors 19 Audio jack label 20 Took charge of 21 Wise folk 22 Rewrite for the screen 24 Set a price of 26 Northern California town that once had a palindromic bakery 29 Mentally sound 30 Live, in the studio 32 Kool-Aid instruction

20 Years Ago This Week

From May 2, 1996

33 Ostrich kin

31 Superman player Christopher

35 “I __ Fine”: Beatles hit

Down

37 Antlered beast

1 Rigid beliefs

34 Former Boston commuter org.

38 Portrayer of 1-/69-Across in the BBC’s “Sherlock”

2 Tableware company named for a New York town

Earth Day was celebrated at Lake Katherine in Palos Heights later than other locations in the area, a perfect re- 42 World games org. minder that every day is Earth Day. John Basile, of the Big Run Wolf Ranch in Lockport, brought one of his valued 43 A bit open tenants to meet and teach the crowd.

10 Years Ago This Week

30 Message-spelling board

CBS’ “Elementary” 69 See 1-Across

36 “Welcome to Hawaii” gift 38 Secure in a harbor

3 ER diagnostic tool

39 Quotation puzzle

4 Day care attendee

40 Mork’s sign-off 41 Southwestern tableland

45 Cry for seconds

5 Eyeball-bending gallery display

47 Battery end

6 TV host Kelly

49 Rise dramatically

7 Watercraft rider

53 Sticking point

8 Eye layer containing the iris

55 Game won by discarding all your cards

9 Dull-colored

56 Iditarod jacket

11 It’s brewed in infusers

57 Wood finish

12 Political writer Coulter

59 DKNY rival

13 Director Anderson

61 Press __ 62 Dannon yogurt brand

15 With 48-Down, 1-/69-Across creator Arthur

64 Natives of Tibet’s capital

23 Jury member

66 Unlisted candidate

25 Paella spice

67 Erode, as savings

27 Ceramics oven

68 Portrayer of 1-/69-Across in

28 Noah’s flood insurance

44 “C’est la __”

42 Tough kid to handle 46 Thing 48 See 15-Down 50 Mork’s people 51 Quite like

10 Senior officials

52 Gives away to the cops 54 “Sold!” punctuator 56 Spanish silver 58 Four, on some sundials 60 “Major Barbara” playwright 62 Hole-making tool 63 French wine word 65 “Grab a chair”

Answers on Page 9

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

From May 4, 2006

A Palos nesting place: For the second year in a row, a mallard duck is nesting in Gene and Elaine Phillips’ yard in Palos Heights, just below the air-conditioning unit. That way she has some protection when it rains, Gene Phillips said. Noises don’t fluster the mother duck as she sits on her six eggs, awaiting her ducklings to hatch. When they mow the lawn or drive a car on the driveway, she doesn’t move.

Answers on Page 9

WHATIZIT?

Photo by Joe Boyle

We believed that this week’s Whatizit photo quiz would be more difficult. However, some residents of Palos Heights answered this correctly. The full name of the restaurant in last week’s photo is Capri Ristorante Italiano at 12307 S. Harlem Ave. in Palos Heights. Residents were aware of a recent fire that result in the removal of a marquee that faced the north side of the Capri Restaurant. Despite the fire that occurred due to some sort of electrical wiring problem in the sign, the restaurant remains open. No damage took place in the interior of the building. Answering this quiz correctly was Sandy Kellerman, of Palos Heights, and Chrystine Busch, also from Palos Heights. For the time being, a white canopy covers the area where the marquee was once visible. This week’s quiz question should be answered correctly by a few of our readers. The clue for this week’s photo above is: Fun near forest. Send your responses with your name and hometown by noon Monday to thereporter@comcast.net.

From May 4, 2006

10 Years Ago This Week Left photo: Arbor Day Festival visitors met a bald eagle brought to lake Katherine by the Save Our American Raptors (SOAR) organization, dedicated to the welfare of native birds of prey. Right photo: Mounted officers and infantrymen will fight skirmishes in Orland Park’s Humphrey Woods as part of the Times of the Civil War weekend at the Hostert Log Cabins, 14700 West Ave. Civil War re-enactors will make camp on the grounds in a living history weekend.

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Bowling them over Oak Lawn grade school takes third in IESA state tourney and produces a state champion. Page 3

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Caliendo heads to Hall Current Sandburg and former St. Laurence water polo coach to be inducted into the CCL Hall of Fame. Page 3 Southwest • Section 2, Page 1 Southwest • Section 2, Page 1

It was a (half ) marathon weekend Ortego, Regalado run wild in Palos, Frankfort races By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

Chicago Ridge’s Roberto Ortego and Oak Lawn’s Dan Regalado kept their hot running streaks alive over the weekend. Ortego won his second race in as many weekends as he claimed the championship in the 10K race portion of the ninth Southwest Half Marathon and 10K event, sponsored by Palos Hospital and CNB Bank, in Palos Heights on Sunday. He won with a time of 38 minutes, 28 seconds. That comes on the heels of winning the first Our Lady of the Ridge 5K event in his hometown on April 23, in which he ran a time of 19:41. “I’m on a nice run,” the 33-year-old Ortego said. “I hope to keep it going. The Southwest event has produced nine half marathons and three 10K runs, and Ortego is just the second person from the Reporter/Regional area to win a race. Orland Park’s Jennifer Digiacomo was the overall women’s winner for the 2010 half marathon with a record 1:12:43. Ortego attended Oak Lawn Community High School, where he said he played soccer and wrestled. Running didn’t come until recently. “I was overweight and wanted to get back into shape and I got addicted to running,’’ he said. Regalado is on a streak as well. The 29-year-old won the Aurelio’s Pizza Frankfort Half Marathon on Saturday with a time of 1:16:34. Another Oak Lawn runner and former Marist and St. Xavier University standout, Roy Witty, finished second

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Chicago Ridge’s Roberto Ortego (left photo) is just the second athlete from the Reporter-Regional area to win a race at the Southwest Marathon and 10K event after winning the 10K on Sunday. Oak Lawn’s Dan Regalado (right photo) has won the first two Frankfort Half Marathon races after his triumph Saturday.

with a 1:17.26. It’s just the second year of the Frankfort race, and Regalado has won both of them. He was coming off a 2:44.35 showing at the Boston Marathon, good for 254th place. “That was challenging,” he said. “It is as hard as everyone

says it is. It’s downhill the whole first half and then it’s uphill the rest of the way.’’ Regalado finished 155th overall in the Chicago Marathon in October with a time of 2:37:33 after finishing 290th there in 2014. The overall Palos half mara-

thon winner was Oakwood Hills’ Ryan Giuliano, with a 1:09:44. Guiliano becomes the second athlete to win multiple half marathons in Palos Heights. He also won in 2014 and his wife, Jacqui, won in 2013. Kenya’s Matthew Chesang won in 2008

and 2010. The 31-year-old Guiliano did not have an easy time in Sunday’s run. “It was tough,” he said. “Right now I’m in a big training block — I am doing an Ironman in two weeks in Texas. I am at the tail end of my training so com-

ing in I was tired. In the second half of the run, I was really hurting. I had to dig a little deep. It was nice to win and there were nice running conditions, too.’’ Chicago’s Wendy Jaehn, 41, was the overall women’s winner See RACES, Page 3

Area football stars are moving on up By Anthony Nasella Correspondent

Though college and NFL football games are almost four months away from formally kicking off the 2016 season, gridiron talk was abuzz all around the region with this weekend’s NFL Draft. And in the aftermath of the weekend, two area athletes found themselves on NFL rosters while a third verbally committed to a major university. Chicago Christian alum and Ferris State University graduate Jason Vander Laan wasn’t drafted but immediately signed

Fejedelem

Vander Laan

with the New York Jets as a free agent, while former St. Xavier player and University of Illinois safety Clayton Fejedelem was drafted in the seventh round by the Cincinnati Bengals. Days before the draft, Brother Rice junior wide receiver Ricky Smalling verbally committed to

the University of Illinois, which recently hired former Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith as its new coach. Smalling and Bolingbrook receiver Kendall Smith are Smith’s first recruits at the Champaign school. Vander Laan said several NFL teams were ready to pursue him as a free agent if he wasn’t drafted. He said he wasn’t concerned about how he entered the National Football League. Now signed, he will transition from prolific college quarterback to an NFL tight end. “I’m definitely going to be stronger than just about every single tight end,” Vander

Lann had previously said of his 6-foot-4, 243-pound frame. “Now it will just come down to footwork and fundamentals, which will be taught by whatever coach I play under. “Blocking is really technique, and the teams that saw me saw enough of my athletic ability that they’re confident that they can teach me to block.” Fejedelem, who was the 245th pick in the draft, remained a draft option despite not being invited an NFL combine. He played on SXU’s NAIA national title team in

Brother Rice’s Ricky Smalling (left) verbally committed to the University of Illinois and new Illini coach Lovie Smith (above). Photo by Jeff Vorva

See FOOTBALL, Page 4

They’re leaving after 72 years of work St. Laurence’s Terry Murphy (left photo, holding a baton) and Shepard’s Dmitri Cooper (right photo, holding a tennis ball) will retire after their respective seasons end. Cooper has coached tennis and other sports for 32 years while Murphy coached track, cross country and other sports for 40 years. For stories on these legendary coaches, see page 4. Photos by Jeff Vorva

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RED STARS ANALYSIS AND NOTES

Morgan and Pride shut out by surprising Red Stars defense By Jeff Vorva

CHICAGO RED STARS AT BOSTON BREAKERS

Sports Editor

This was a recipe for a crummy night. The Chicago Red Stars, who showed they could either be brilliant (a shutout against Western New York in week 2) or horrid (giving up three goals against Houston in week 1) was forced to play without their top defensive player, Julie Johnston, Saturday night against Orlando and star player Alex Morgan. It was up to Arin Gilliland, Katie Naughton, Carey Short and Sam Johnson on defense to try to stop the Pride and Morgan and they came through, racking up a 1-0 victory in a National Women’s Soccer League game at Toyota Park in Bridgeview. Christen Press scored the match’s only goal in the 65th minute and the defense pitched a shutout as the team improved to 2-1-0. Katie Naughton, one of three players on the roster from Elk Grove Village, replaced Johnston and the team didn’t miss a beat, racking up its second straight shutout. “I think this is the first time I coached a game against Morgan

WHEN: 7 p.m. Saturday WHERE: Jordan Field at Harvard University in Boston RED STARS RECORD: 2-1-0 BREAKERS RECORD: 0-3-0 LAST TIME: Christen Press’s goal in the 90th minute gave the Red Stars a 2-1 victory in Boston on July 22.

thing from a distance to beat us, we would have been OK with that.’’ Morgan had 99 goals in 180 appearances in her senior and national team career heading into Saturday’s action. “This was my first time playing Alex,” Johnson said. “We trained to not let her speed kill us. We had to be aware of where she was at all times.’’ That turned out to be the recipe for a great night. The Red Stars’ Vanessa DiBernardo and Orlando’s Becky Edwards try to get the upper leg on a play Saturday.

Johnston eyes return Saturday

where she didn’t score against us,” said Red Stars coach Rory

Johnston re-aggravated a groin injury that she suffered in December but Dames wasn’t

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Dames. “Our biggest strategy was not lot to let her get behind

us. We needed to keep her in front of us and if she did some-

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planning on taking any chances against the Pride. Or for her future in this year’s Olympics. “She could have gone – probably for a half,” Dames said. “We were more of the mindset that we would rather just sit her. We want to get her 100 percent rather than going back and forth with it. It’s always difficult with Julie because we have a bigger responsibility. This week we were talking to the U.S. Soccer team doctor and trainer. It was basically Julie’s call today. It didn’t loosen up for her and we weren’t going to risk it.’’ Dames said he hopes she will be ready for Saturday’s game at Boston.

Being the Julie Johnson said she tried to be to Naughton what Johnston was to her when she started. “I remember how I felt my first game and Julie was very supportive,’’ Johnson said. “I was freaking out and she gave me confidence. I tried to be the Julie in this case and I tried to give Katie confidence. But she didn’t really need it because she’s a great player.’’

FIRE ANALYSIS AND NOTES

TCC honors its top athletes Trinity Christian College recently announced the winners of its top two sports awards. The Liz Metcalfe Memorial Award and Keith Albers Memorial Award, the department’s highest honors, are career awards given to a female and male athlete who exhibit exemplary play on the athletic field, high achievement in the classroom, and leadership in campus activities. Women’s basketball player Allie Paluchniak of Oostburg, Wisconsin, and cross country and track runner Michael Potter of Kentwood, Michigan claimed the awards at a recent banquet. For their outstanding individual accomplishment for the year, cross country and track runner Ashley Jourdan of Wyoming, Michigan, and baseball player Zack Jones of Norridge were named the school’s athletes of the year. Recognizing a member of the Trinity community who has made a significant contribution to the athletics department, the Rich Kooy Award was presented to Brittany Lee, athletics department member. Lee not only functions as an assistant coach for the women’s soccer team, but has enriched the athletics department with the formation of the Athletics Leadership Program for Students and by serving as a performance enhancement coach. Track: At the Hillsdale College Relays in Michigan, Ashley Jourdan and Celina Wanta reached NCCAA qualifying marks. Jourdan achieved the standard in the 800 meter when she finished with a time of 2 minutes, 19.02 seconds.

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Former Chicago Fire player Patrick Nyarko (in black) collides with Fire goalie Matt Lampson during a rainy battle. The D.C. United forward did more damage later with a goal against his former team in a 1-1 tie. Supplied photo

From left, Michael Potter, Zack Jones, Ashley Jourdan, Allie Paluchniak and Brittany Lee were big award winners for Trinity Christian College.

She took 12th place of 55 runners in the open event. Celina Wanta was a qualifier in the 400 meter hurdles with her finish of 1:10.84. The Trolls men and women’s teams will compete in the CCAC Championships on Friday and Saturday. Softball: The Trolls played their final games of the season at Purdue University-Calumet in Hammond and won the first game 2-0 and lost the second, 7-2 to finish 10-28 overall and 6-18 in the CCAC. Jenna Steinkamp pitched the shutout in the opener. Golf: TCC took fifth in the CCAC Championship with a 642. Freshman Steven Massey tied for 14th place individually and Cody Tiesman tied for 19th.

St. Xavier University Softball: With Monday’s 5-1 victory over Calumet St. Joseph in the first game of a doubleheader on Monday, the Cougars, ranked fifth in the na-

tion, clinched first place in the CCAC and earned the top seed in the conference tournament, which opens today, Thursday, and hosted by Roosevelt University. Baseball: A solo homer by junior first baseman Tom Hayes (Crestwood/Mount Carmel) in the top of the 11th inning was the difference as SXU beat Judson, 3-2 Friday in Elgin. Golf: Junior Taylor Thompson (Galesburg/Knoxville) turned in a two-round score of 166 and finished in second place overall as the women’s golf team finished second out of the seven teams Friday at the CCAC Women’s Golf Championships at Flossmoor Country Club. Cheerleading: Julie DeCarlo was named the new head cheerleading coach. DeCarlo was part of the original cheerleading team that formed back in 2002 and graduated from Saint Xavier University in

2006 with a degree in education and a minor in sociology.

Moraine Valley Baseball: In a big-hitting game April 25, the Cyclones lost 16-10 to Oakton Community College. Kyle Phillips had three hits and three RBI. The Cyclones broke out a slump Sunday with a 1-0 victory over Kankakee Community College in the opener of a doubleheader but lost 7-6 the nightcap. Tommy Przekwas pitched the shutout. Softball: Three runs was all the Cyclones could muster April 25 in two losses to College of DuPage. They fell at home 5-3 and 6-0. Facing the No. 1 team at the time in the NJCAA on April 26 was a tough task the Cyclones lost the first game 15-2. Hannah Thielmann had two hits. The Cyclones lost the second game, 22-0. Compiled by Jeff Vorva from submitted reports

Last-place Fire tie up DC United; help is on the way By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

So through seven games — five of which were at home — what have we learned about the Chicago Fire? Well, the team can win playing in the snow. It beat Philadelphia, 1-0, April 2 in a snowstorm at Toyota Park. But that’s been about it. The Fire have either lost or tied in every other situation, the latest coming in the form of a 1-1 tie with D.C. United during a rainstorm Saturday in front of an announced crowd of 13, 114 at Toyota Park in Bridgeview. The draw dropped the Fire to 1-2-4 and in 10th place in the 10-team Major Soccer League Eastern Conference with seven points. The offense continued to struggle with the continuing left knee injury of David Accam and Friday’s knee injury to John Goossens (he could be out four weeks) and Matt Polster banged up. While Jonathan Campbell was able to score in the soup in the first half, his goal was the only shot on target for the team and the Fire has been able to just get eight shots on target in the last six games. “It’s been a bit of a disappointment offensively and not being able to finish,’’ said Alturo Alvarez, who assisted Campbell’s goal. “We’ll take a point, but we are going to start having to win games like these.’’ Help could be on the way. It wasn’t official Monday but Fire coach Veljko Paunovic said the team was close to signing 22-year-old MTK Budapest midfielder Khali Thain. “We believe having him will be very important,” Paunovic said. “He’s very good on the ball. With him, we will increase our competitiveness.’’ The defense was sharp again Saturday, allowing D.C. Untied (2-3-4) just three shots on target but one was a header goal in the 64th-minute by former Fire player Patrick Nyarko. The Fire is in jeopardy of be-

CHICAGO FIRE AT VANCOUVER WHITECAPS WHEN: 9 p.m., Wednesday WHERE: BC Place, Vancouver FIRE RECORD: 1-2-4 VANCOUVER RECORD: 3-5-2 LAST TIME: The Fire had a 57.8 percent mark possession, but gave up a goal in the 86th minute to Octavio Rivero for a 1-0 loss in Bridgeview on March 14, 2015.

ing pushed even further down the ladder in last place in the conference. Its next three games are on the road and it hasn’t won a road game since beating New England, July 12, 2014 – a span of 27 games.

Go figure Nyrarko spent eight seasons with the Fire and had 20 goals and 39 assists in 196 regularseason matches before being traded Jan. 6. “That’s just how soccer works, doesn’t it?’’ said United coach Ben Olsen said of Nyarko’s header. “You know he’s going to want to come back here and get something.’’

Roster roulette Accam was on the bench and on the active roster for the D.C. United game but Paunovic said he was never going to play in the game. The midfielder could be back for the Vancouver contest. Veteran goalie Sean Johnson was able to back up starter Matt Lampson after returning from a wrist injury but he was not on the available roster as the coaching staff opted to go with Patrick McLain as the alternate. “It’s a technical reason,” Paunovic said. “We need (Johnson) to get back in the right form so that he can fight for his spot.’’

After this weekend… The Fire has this weekend off but then squishes five games into a 17-game span starting Wednesday at Vancouver and ending at Toyota Park May 28 against the defending MSL champion Portland Timbers.

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ON THE WAY TO THE NEXT LEVEL

Ferguson casts off Navy for Youngstown State By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

It was quite a week for the Ferguson family. Jeremiah Ferguson, who graduated from Marist in 2015, played on the basketball team and attended a prep school this season, gave a verbal commitment to Navy earlier in April but last Thursday changed courses, committing to Youngstown State. “Second and last time, I promise,” Ferguson’s Twitter account said when he made the announcement. Ferguson is a 6-foot-3 guard

from Naperville who opened his career at Wheaton Academy before transferring to Marist and playing three years for the RedHawks. He played at Peddie Prep School in New Jersey this season and opened the eyes of Division I coaches. Youngtown State finished 1121 in 2015-16 but scored 90 or more points in five of those victories. The Penguins’ low point was a 105-46 loss to Michigan on Dec. 19 but turned around and played Notre Dame tight for a while before falling behind by more than 20 points in an 87-78 loss, Meanwhile Ferguson’s broth-

er, Josh, a former standout running back at Joliet Catholic and the University of Illinois was not selected in the NFL Draft over the weekend but quickly signed a free agent contract with Indianapolis.

Several Spartans sign Ten Oak Lawn seniors took part in a college-signing ceremony at the school and football coach Nick Novak announced that one of his standouts, David Ward, will attend St. Xavier University. In volleyball, Samantha Lesiak, Samantha Foley, and Jes-

sica Gavras to Moraine Valley. In baseball, Liam Blake and John Roberts are headed to Trinity Christian College. Mia Loya and Marisa Loya, who are both softball players are going to Aquinas College, while teammate Danielle Allen is going to play at the University of Chicago. In boys cross country, Steve Raybould is going to Illinois Wesleyan. In Submitted photo boys bowling, Dylan Catalano- Oak Lawn athletes who participated in a signing ceremony at the school Wild is attending Mount Mercy pose for a photo. University in Iowa. committed to Virginia Union, a Elite Eight of the Division II Tears to Virginia Union Division II power. Tournament before losing to Richards girls basketball The Panthers finished 28-3 Bentley University, 53-52. Bentplayer standout Sydni Tears this season and made it to the ley lost in the Final Four.

FOCUS ON HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Races

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with a time of 1:23:25. The native of Rochester, New York who ran for Cornell University said that she was away from the sport for more than a decade but reconnected with it a few years ago. “I started running for my own sanity again,” she said. Another Chicago resident, Veronica Laureano, was the top overall female finisher in the 10K. Chicago’s Chuck Aron, the 70-year-old who was running in his 14th out of 73 races raising money for Alzheiner’s awareness in the memory of his brother-in-law Paul Bracken, finished 249th in the 10K. There were 642 runners who finished the half-marathon and 292 who finished the 10K.

Caliendos honored by Catholic League and District 230 By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Ryan Giuliano, of Oakwood Hills, No. 745, became the first athlete since Kenya’s Matthew Chesang (2008 and 2010) to win multiple Southwest Marathon titles. He is standing at the start of the race next to Moraine Valley cross country runner Rej Bedini from Albania.

Above: Chicago’s Veronica Laureano poses with her daughter, Kenya, after winning the women’s 10K women’s title Sunday. Right: Chicago’s Wendy Jaehn was the first woman to cross the finish line at Sunday’s Southwest Half Marathon.

LaBonte wins IESA state bowling crown as Oak Lawn Elementary takes third place By Anthony Nasella Correspondent

After helping his grade school team to a fifth-place finish at last year’s Illinois Elementary School Association State Bowling Tournament, where he also finished fifth individually, Matt LaBonte was hoping for a first-place finish for him and his teammates at this year’s event. His team, Oak Lawn Elementary, fell short of that hope, tallying a third-place finish at the state event held on April 15 and 16 at Town and Country Lanes in Joliet. But LaBonte turned a memorable individual state championship performance. An eighth grader who said he rolled his first bowling ball when he was still in diapers, LaBonte finished atop of the 176 person field with a ten-game total of 2,189 pins — 174 pins ahead of Kohlton Calvin of Pekin Broadmoor. Lebonte also set the IESA record for a 10-game block. Oak Lawn Elementary, made up of LaBonte, his younger younger brother Danny, Owen Szarely, Jake Kuska, and Trevor Coffman, finished with 7,295 pins — 57 pins behind runerup Roscoe but further off the blistering pace set by state champions Shorewood Troy (7,536). “Matt knew he was bowling well, but his performance was not his top priority,” firstyear Oak Lawn co-coach Julie DeRuiter said. “While he’s capable of making a way to be the best bowler he can be individually, he always was thinking of the team and wanting them to be in first.”

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Oak Lawn Elementary finished third in the IESA State meet. Matt LaBonte (fourth from left), an eighth-grader, won the individual state championship and set a state 10-game record.

LaBonte took first in impressive fashion. He started Friday’s session off with a 256 and 210 before cooling off with a 193 and 170. In the Saturday round, LaBonte started strong again with a 244 and kept rolling with a 226, 223, 211, 243 and 213. “I felt pretty steady throughout the tournament,’’ said LaBonte, who will attend Richards next fall. “When my carry started to go down and started to leave 10 pins, I made a ball change that helped. I left a few splits, and I converted one or two of them.” In support of Matt LaBonte, sixth-grade brother Danny finished in 16th place with 1,844 pins with a high game of 223. Eighth-grader Szarley placed 29th with a

1,720. “All my teammates are amazing,” LaBonte said. “We had each other’s backs when we were down and helped each other when we weren’t striking. We went up to the lanes before the meet and we all practiced together. “Everyone was having fun and we couldn’t wait for the tournament, It was a great thing to see. Everybody was smiling. Third was a great accomplishment. First-year Oak Lawn co-coach Noula Angelos relished the experience and looks forward to a return trip. “This was a great experience for the whole program,” she said. “We’re proud of the boys and what they accomplished.”

The end of April was huge for Jim Caliendo. The former St. Laurence and Fenwick swimming and water polo coach found out he was going to be inducted into the Chicago Catholic League Hall of Fame along with Brother Rice’s Dave Diehl, St. Laurence’s Jim Grannon and Joe Martinez among others. The induction takes place tonight, Thursday, at Crystal Sky Banquets in McCook. Caliendo is currently coaching at Sandburg and last Thursday, a group of Sandburg supporters known as the Superfanz donated $600 to the Jane Caliendo Memorial Fund. Jane was his wife Photo by Jeff Vorva and a longtime coach and Sandburg swimming and water polo coach teacher at the school who Jim Caliendo is heading into the Catholic died in 2014 after a long League Hall of Fame tonight, Thursday. bout with cancer. Just like Jake Later on Thursday, Caliendo found out that the DisCubs ace Jake Arrieta threw a trict 230 Board of Education ap- no-hitter in a 16-0 victory over proved that the Sandburg pool Cincinnati on April 21. One area will be renamed the Jane week later, Oak Lawn softball Caliendo Aquatics Center. pitcher Mia Loya decided to duplicate that effort and threw a Badminton no-hitter in a 16-0 victory over sectionals set Reavis. The postseason of the first spring sport involving area No. 18 teams takes place starting Brother Rice’s baseball team Thursday as Illinois High was hovering outside the USA School Association badmin- Today’s Super 25 national rankton sectionals will be in full ings but on April 27, the Cruswing. saders broke in and was ranked At the Joliet Central Section- 18th. At the time of the ranking, al, Sandburg, Shepard and Stagg they reeled off 17 victories in a will buck up against 20 other row, including a 22-4 win over teams. Loyola. At the Hinsdale South SecCatholic League Blue power tional, Oak Lawn faces 21 other St. Rita fell to 25th after reachteams including defending state ing as high as seventh. champion Neuqua Valley. Sandburg’s Emily Tunney is No. 300 the lone current player in the Sandburg’s girls softball team area who qualified for state last beat Stagg 19-2 on April 26 to year as she went 1-2 in the 2015 give coach Jim Fabianski his meet. 300th victory. The state tournament is May According to the Illinois High 13-14 at Eastern Illinois Univer- School Association record book, sity in Charleston. he is third in the area in career wins. Richards’ Julie Folliard is Soccer seeds out listed at 590 wins through 2013 Sandburg drew the No. 1 seed and her win total has not been at the Lincoln-Way East Class updated but she eclipsed the 3A Sectional as the postseason 600-win mark in 2014. He is also behind Marilyn Wax, who begins May 17. Stagg picked up the fifth seed had 523 for Evergreen Park from in the 16-team tournament while 1970-2001. Shepard was ninth, Mother McAuley 12th and Oak Lawn No. 100 A day before Fabianski hit his 16th. milestone, Sandburg baseball Marist has gone from Class 3A to 2A and picked up the sec- coach Jim Morsovillo earned his ond seed in the Brooks Section- 100th win in his fifth year at the al. Evergreen Park is eighth and helm with an 11-3 victory over Homewood-Flossmoor. Richards 10th. In Class 1A, Queen of Peace Oak Lawn athletes was seeded fourth and Chicago Christian sixth in the eight-team of the month Softball player Natalia Rafacz Herscher Sub-Sectional. The Class 1A postseason begins Fri- was named Oak Lawn’s Spartan Athlete of the Week for April 11 day. after htting 7-for-15 (.467) with Water polo seeds six RBI and two runs scored. are announced She had the game-winning RBI Sandburg’s boys drew the in a 3-2 win over Tinley Park No. 1 seed in the Lincoln-Way in the 11th inning and had the North Sectional as the postsea- game-tying RBI in a comeson opens Monday. Shepard is from-behind 3-2 win over Oak Forest. seeded 10th. Brother Rice is seeded secFor the week of April 4, seond at the Lyons Sectional nior baseball player John Robwhile Stagg was ninth at Metea erts earned the honor. Roberts Valley. went 3-for-3 and led the offense In girls water polo, Mother to help the Spartans earn a 3-1 McAuley drew the top seed at victory over Eisenhower. He the Lyons Sectional while Rich- then went 3-for-4 in the win over ards is third and Stagg is fourth. Bolingbrook and he picked up At Lincoln-Way North, Sand- the win on the mound by pitchburg is seeded fourth. ing two innings in relief.

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Singing a swan song for two legends

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Terry Murphy shoots off a starter’s pistol for the last time during a St. Laurence home meet on April 26. He has coached five sports at the school for 40 years and is retiring from coaching after the track season.

Dmitri Cooper, right, and Shepard junior Paul Milkus gesture as they talk about Milkus’s swing after a recent match. Cooper is retiring after the season after 32 years of coaching at the Palos Heights school.

Murphy ending an ‘absolutely unbelievable career’

Cooper enjoys farewell tour after 32 years at Shepard

By Jeff Vorva

Sports Editor

Decades ago, St. Laurence officials wanted Terry Murphy to be the track and field coach after he helped turn the cross country team into a local power. He came into the job in 1983 with about as much confidence as a sumo wrestler ready to run the high hurdles. “It was very difficult and it was very confusing,” Murphy said. “I never coached track before and they asked me to be the track coach and I had no idea what a track coach did. After a couple of years of doing it, I learned on the job. The kids were so great, that I learned along with them. “It’s wasn’t like baseball or basketball where there were a lot of egos out there. They were kids who were having fun and interested in the sport and they basically got me interested in it because of the way they approached the sport.’’ After 40 years of coaching five sports at the Burbank school — mostly track and cross country — the 65-year-old Murphy is stepping down. He still has a few weeks to go in his final track season but he coached his final home meet on April 26 and a reception was held for him after the meet. Athletic director Tim Chandler announced that the school was going to erect a new record board in the gym in Murphy’s honor. “We’ll get all of those records updated on a more modern board that fits better in that gym,’’ Chandler said. “When you look at it, spending 40 years at the same school is something you are not going to see in high school athletics any more, sadly. But think about that. Look at how much of his life he has dedicated to St. Laurence. “That’s absolutely unbelievable.’’ Senior Antonio Elizondo presented the coach with a baton autographed by the athlete on Murphy’s final team. “I don’t think we could express just how grateful we are to have you as our coach,’’ Elizondo said. “It’s a great honor to be a part of your final year. I can’t really think of a better motivator

St. Laurence Athletic Director Tim Chandler presents coach Terry Murphy with a plaque during a reception for the retiring coach April 26.

and a better coach or a better man. We all take to heart everything that you say and everything that you do. “This year is all for you. We will strive so hard to make this your best year. We just want to thank you very much from the bottom of our hearts.’’ Murphy’s teams have had moderate success over the years — mostly sending individuals to state in the running sports. In cross country, the team won seven Chicago Catholic League titles. In track, the Vikings finished 17th in the Illinois High School Association Class 2A state meet in 2013. “One of the things that kept me coming back year after year was the type of kids who participated,” Murphy said. “They are wonderful kids. There was never any ‘me,’ it was all ‘us.’ They have a great attitude toward sports. They know what’s important and what life is all about.’’ Murphy grew up in the Wrightwood neighborhood in Chicago and graduated from St. Thomas More in 1964 and St. Laurence in 1968. He is in the Vikings’ Hall of Fame and plans to work at least one more year at the school as a history teacher.

Murphy’s longtime sidekick also gets royal treatment By Jeff Vorva

success of both programs. Dan has always been here for us.’’ The tag team of Terry MurO’Leary gave a brief phy and Dan O’Leary lasted speech thanking the more 33 years. than 1,000 athletes he has Murphy was the head cross coached over the years. country and track coach at “I could not think of a St. Laurence and O’Leary finer place where you could was his assistant. To hear teach such wonderful athO’Leary tell it, the next time letes at St. Laurence,’’ he the two exchange cross words said. “You have a wonderful will be the first time. group of kids and it’s been “We never argued,” a pleasure — every moment O’Leary said. of it. Thank you for your Never? support. Thank you for your “Not once,” he said. “You hard work. Thank you for couldn’t get a finer guy to everything you have done work with. He was so easy for us.” to work with and supportive. O’Leary said the time had You just couldn’t get a better gone by too fast but treaguy, you just couldn’t.’’ sured being able to coach O’Leary retired from his sons Sean, Patrick and coaching in 2015 and was Brian in the running sports. also honored during MurHe said he retired to do Photo by Jeff Vorva phy’s retirement reception at more coaching — although Dan O’Leary, who coached track and cross the Burbank school on April 26. O’Leary was presented country at St. Laurence for 33 years until on a younger level. “I have six grandkids with a plaque by St. Laurence retiring last year, was honored on April 26. who are getting into track Athletic Director Tim Chanand cross country,” he said. dler. serves recognition,’’ Chandler “Terry has had an out- said. “Coach O’Leary has been “They are saying, ‘Grandpa, standing number of coaches in integral part of the cross can you help coach us and throughout his tenure but there country and track programs for come out to our meets?’ I is one guy in particular who de- 33 years. He’s a big part of the can’t turn that down.’’ Sports Editor

Football

Continued from Page 1 2011 and transferred to Illinois as a walk-on. This season, he was the Illini’s Defensive Player of the Year as he recorded 49 defensive stops this season, which was more than any safety in this year’s draft class. In his senior year he also had a teambest 140 tackles, most by an Illini since

2006. He led the Big Ten and fifth in nation with 11.7 tackles per game and had a career-high 12 solo tackles against Purdue. Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis said Fejedelem is a “productive football player and those kind of guys play big in the National Football League’’ according to a scouting report on www. cincinnati.com. NFL Scout Mark Dulgerian said that Fejedelem “has obvious deficiencies in coverage but he’s a tackling machine

The Kobe Bryant farewell tour was a big story in the NBA in the past couple of months. Dmitri Cooper’s farewell tour is on a much smaller scale but he appreciates it. The 59-year-old Shepard tennis coach made it known he was retiring after 32 years and just about everywhere the Astros go, he receives well-wishes. “Someone is always congratulating me,” Cooper said. “It’s been nice. I’ve had some little parties and people have been giving me cards.’’ There will be a big party held in his honor from 7-11 p.m. on May 14 at 115 Bourbon Street in Merrionette Park. Past athletes and students are invited to stop by but should RSVP to Kelly.myron@chsd218.com. Cooper has been the head coach for the boys for 32 years and an assistant girls coach for 20. He said he also coached girls basketball for 29 years and soccer for two years. He teaches math and computer science at the Palos Heights school. “I will miss the kids and being around them because they’ve always kept me young and energetic,” Cooper said. “I don’t know if will miss getting up early every morning, but I am going to miss the kids.’’ And some of the kids will miss him. “It’s been fun; he always makes me laugh even though he is serious about tennis,” junior No. 1 singles player Paul Milkus said. “He has helped my game progress. I had some rough patches early and training with him really helps. I’m really sad he is leaving after this year. It would be really nice if he stuck around for another year.’’ Milkus said that he’ll miss a lot of the inside jokes with the coach during long tournaments. “We’ve had some misadventures,” Milkus said. “During those tournament something bad always has to happen and we laugh about that.’’ While Cooper can’t brag of heavy postseason success (the Astros have won just one sectional title under his watch), he said he is proud of molding players to be the best they can be when they leave Shepard. While some coaches have

Dmitri Cooper gives a little advice to injured Astros player Tim Kruse before a recent match against Chicago Christian.

the luxury of coaching year-long players who hit the United States Tennis Association Tours in the summer, Cooper said he gets plenty of freshmen who have never played the sport before. He said that his favorite success story on the court is the doubles team of Mike Webster-Nate Wagner, even though the two finished 0-2 in the state in 2007. They won the Stagg Sectional title but slipped at state. “That was the best doubles team I ever coached at Shepard,” Cooper said. “They were conference champs and sectional champs around here but when we got to state, the first round opponent was another sectional champion – two kids from St. Ignatius. We lost the first round . It was a bad draw for us but that team had talent.’’ Off the court, he said he enjoyed teaching some students who went on to accomplish big things. “I had a lot of kids come back and tell about all the successful things that they’ve done,” Cooper said. “There have been some doctors. There have been heads of companies. We have some in the Navy and in the government. “We’ve had quite a few kids who are now successful and that makes me proud.’’

Cooper’s final ace sparkles in two sports By Jeff Vorva

seconds. That time was the best in the state, second in the Midwest and 50th in Retiring Shepard boys the nation according to the tennis coach Dmitri CooDyestat rankings. per’s last No. 1 singles “I was shocked when I player is a kid who is heard that because I know trying to squeeze in two there are so many good sports in one spring. teams in the entire counJunior Paul Milkus, an try,” said Milkus, who Astros athlete who qualiran the 1200 and leadoff fied for the state tournaleg of the race. “Even bement last year in tennis ing in the top 100 is aweand in cross country in some but being in the top the fall, also wanted to get 50 is even better.’’ some track work in this Milkus said this spring spring. is challenging while jugSo after some long talks gling school and two with Cooper and track sports. coaches Dan Ludwig and “It’s really busy,” he Joe Lerner, he was able to said. “I practice or play devise a schedule in which Photo by Jeff Vorva tennis until about 6:30 he could do both sports Shepard junior Paul Milkus is not only gunning (p.m.) and get ready to with the coaches’ bless- for his second state appearance in boys tennis, start my run for an hour or he and three other runners turned in one of an hour-and-a-half. Then I ings. “We agreed he could do the top 50 Distance Medley Relay times in the get home around 8:30 and both sports as long as it nation on April 23. do homework and go to doesn’t interfere and leave back and get up the next one sport out,” Cooper day and repeat the cycle. ret White and Kevin Courtney, said. “We worked it out where formed a Distance Medley Re“It’s kind of tiring but I enjoy he could do both.’’ lay team that win the Distance doing both sports. I love being Milkus and three other track Night in Palatine event April 23 there for both teams and for the stars, Caleb Washington, Gar- with a time of 10 minutes, 32.11 coaches.’’ Sports Editor

who can bring the wood. He’ll need to make his mark on special teams to come out of camp a member of the Bengals 53-man roster,” as reported on www.nfl.com. Smalling, who has started for Brother Rice since his sophomore year, was already interested in the University of Illinois but was inevitably won over by the football acumen and reputation of Smith. “It was a process, but Ricky really was drawn to U of I from the get-go:

the changeover, the excitement, and reputation of a coach like Lovie Smith being there,” Crusaders head coach Brian Badke said. “That’s exactly what U of I needed. “Now you can see that they’re really going to focus on recruiting in the Chicago area, which they’ve struggled with over the past few years. Hopefully that will help put U of I back on the map. Getting a quality kid like Ricky is a great start.” Badke said that Smalling is probably

one of the best wide receivers not only in Illinois but also in the Midwest. “Ricky is a dynamic player and definitely one of the best receivers in Brother Rice history,” he said. “We’re hoping to have a great senior academically and athletically. Anytime he was on the field, he impacted the game. “We have a guy who can score anytime he touches the ball or on the defensive side we you need to shut somebody down. He’s that much of an impact player.’’

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR BEAR STEARNS ALT-A TRUST 2007-1 Plaintiff, -v.DENNIS DEMSCO, AUDREY L. DEMSCO, PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, ATLANTIC CREDIT & FINANCE INC. ASSIGNEE FROM HSBC RETAIL Defendants 14 CH 16679 8023 Aberdeen Court Palos Heights, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 5, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 13, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:. Commonly known as 8023 Aberdeen Court, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-35-403-009-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $538,251.02. 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 14 CH 16679 TJSC#: 36-654 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FF16, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FF16; Plaintiff, vs. OSCAR VEGA; MARY ZIOLA; CITY OF PALOS HEIGHTS; FIRSTSECURE BANK AND TRUST CO. F / K / A FAMILY BANK AND TRUST CO.; FIRSTSECURE BANK AND TRUST CO. F/K/A FAMILY BANK AND TRUST CO. AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED OCTOBER 3, 2006 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 11-918; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF OSCAR VEGA, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MARY ZIOLA, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 18925 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 Tuesday, May 31, 2016 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: P.I.N. 24-31-109-021-0000. Commonly known as 6904 West Edgewood Road, Palos Heights, IL 60463. 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 Clerk at Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W12-1541. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I691769

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.SIE KHALIL Defendants 12 CH 39434 10619 SOUTH TOD DRIVE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 10, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 13, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10619 SOUTH TOD DRIVE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-13-113-006-0000. The real estate is improved with a red brick, split level, single family home; two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \â&#x20AC;?AS IS\â&#x20AC;? 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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, Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1200785. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. PA1200785 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 39434 TJSC#: 36-3282 I690351

For Sale 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 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, May 23, 2016 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: 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 Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 I691167

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2004-FF4, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-FF4 Plaintiff, -v.SAWSON HADDAD A/K/A SAWSON R. HADDAD, RAJAEI HADDAD A/K/A RAJAEI J. HADDAD A/K/A RAY HADDAD, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 1ST DAY OF APRIL, 1999 A/K/A TRUST NO. 1107004, INLAND BANK AND TRUST, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC, INTEGRA BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, STATE OF ILLINOIS, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 1ST DAY OF APRIL, 1999 A/K/A TRUST NO. 1107004, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 028055 17128 POINTE DRIVE 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 November 15, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 1, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 17128 POINTE DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-29-313-003. 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 \â&#x20AC;?AS IS\â&#x20AC;? 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-11-18640. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-11-18640 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 028055 TJSC#: 36-5360 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I692262

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.WILLIAM MILLER, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, SCENIC TREE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 14855 8547 WEST 102ND TERRACE APT 211 PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 4, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 15, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8547 WEST 102ND TERRACE APT 211, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-302-003-1095. The real estate is improved with a red brick, 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 \â&#x20AC;?AS IS\â&#x20AC;? condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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, Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1506617. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. PA1506617 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 15 CH 14855 TJSC#: 36-4342 I690394

PUBLISHERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NOTICE All Real Estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise â&#x20AC;&#x153;any preference, limitation or discrimination.â&#x20AC;? Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1 (800) 669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is: 1 (800) 927-9275.

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5 ACRES RT. 45 IN PEOTONE 600 ft. frontage x 400 ft. deep 40 ft. x 60 ft. pole barn CALL 815-450-0004 For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC.; Plaintiff, vs. JOSE L. DOMINGO; LISA D. DOMINGO; FIRST AMERICAN BANK; Defendants, 15 CH 15544 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 Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 8325 South 84th Avenue, Hickory Hills, IL 60457. P.I.N. 18-35-400-026-0000. 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 Sales Department at Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-002783 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I691799

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION RBS CITIZENS, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ANDREA L. CLEMENTE A/K/A ANDREA CLEMENTE; COMMUNITY SAVINGS BANK, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2008 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER LT-2272; ESTATE OF ANDREA L. CLEMENTE; DENISE RUBIO, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF ANDREA L. CLEMENTE AND AS GUARDIAN OF CIERRA CLEMENTE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 37916 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 Friday, June 3, 2016 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: P.I.N. 23-03-403-015-0000. Commonly known as 8885 West 93rd Street, Hickory Hills, IL 60457. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 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 Clerk at Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W12-4990. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I691809

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.TADEUSZ PUSTUL, DANUTA PUSTUL Defendants 12 CH 23545 8921 MOODY AVENUE Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 15, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 19, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8921 MOODY AVENUE, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-05-105-108-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $375,903.87. 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm fax number 312-372-4398 Please refer to file number 12-059735. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 Fax #: (312) 372-4398 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 12-059735 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 12 CH 23545 TJSC#: 36-4754 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;FANNIE MAEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.STEVEN P MILLER, ELIZABETH M MILLER A/K/A ELIZABETH M HEPBURN A/K/A BETH MILLER, CITY OF PALOS HEIGHTS, TARGET NATIONAL BANK F/K/A RETAILERS NATIONAL BANK, DISCOVER BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. Defendants 15 CH 15703 12023 SOUTH 70TH COURT PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 12, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 20, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12023 SOUTH 70TH COURT, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-30-112-003-0000. The real estate is improved with a white, brick, single family home; two car detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \â&#x20AC;?AS IS\â&#x20AC;? 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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, Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 4765500. Please refer to file number PA1506404. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. PA1506404 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 15 CH 15703 TJSC#: 36-4676 I691345

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB Plaintiff, -v.FATIMA SHUMAN, SAM SHUMAN, TONIA IBRAHIM, WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 27474 32 SOUTH COUNTRY SQUIRE ROAD PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 2, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 3, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 32 SOUTH COUNTRY SQUIRE ROAD, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-25-114-008-0000. The real estate is improved with a one story, single family home; two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \â&#x20AC;?AS IS\â&#x20AC;? 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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, Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1212935. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. PA1212935 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 27474 TJSC#: 36-2811 I690006

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.ILIRJAN RREDHI, HURMA RETHI, MIMOZA RREDHI, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, THE RIVIERA IN PALOS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION Defendants 15 CH 7132 7 COUR MICHELE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 4, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 1, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7 COUR MICHELE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-23-111008-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home; detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \â&#x20AC;?AS IS\â&#x20AC;? condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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, Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1502185. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. PA1502185 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 15 CH 7132 TJSC#: 36-3845 I689783

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC Plaintiff, -v.ROBERT C. CARLSON A/K/A ROBERT CARLSON, SANDRA J. CARLSON, OAK HILLS CONDOMINIUM II ASSOCIATION, OAK HILLS COUNTRY CLUB VILLAGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 018389 13206 S. WESTVIEW DRIVE PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 3, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 6, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 13206 S. WESTVIEW DRIVE, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-36303-124-1008. 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 \â&#x20AC;?AS IS\â&#x20AC;? 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-1412674. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-14-12674 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 018389 TJSC#: 36-3256 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I690989

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (FANNIE MAE), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.STOYCHO IVANOV AKA STOYCHO DOBROMIROV-IVANOV, DESISLAVA IVANOV, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., THE RIVIERA IN PALOS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION Defendants 14 CH 08828 3 COUR MASSON UNIT 3 PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 7, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 20, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3 COUR MASSON UNIT 3, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-23-112-032-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story, single family home; 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 \â&#x20AC;?AS IS\â&#x20AC;? 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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, Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1404014. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. PA1404014 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 08828 TJSC#: 36-4805 I691347

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Your Guide to Arts and Events in the Southwest Suburbs and Beyond

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The Regional News • The Reporter

Thursday, May 5, 2016

Southwest • Section 2, Page 9

BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS PINTO’S POPCORN PICKS THIS WEEK Viva Cinco de Mayo Festival at Toyota Park

The inaugural Viva Cinco de Mayo Festival starts today at Toyota Park in Bridgeview. This four-day family friendly outdoor event runs from May 5-8 and features plenty of live music, food, arts and crafts, huge carnival, activities for families and children and more. The Viva Cinco De Mayo Festival celebrates Hispanic heritage and culture. There will be a continuous stream of live music on two stages. Bands from all over the country will perform various styles including traditional and contemporary Mexican music, along with classic rock. There will be a special Mother’s Day concert on Sunday, featuring Los Horoscopos. The four-day event will feature a number of attractions such as: live music on two stages; traditional Mexican dancers and mariachis; Mexican food; Mexican beers; arts and crafts; petting zoo; pony rides; magicians; huge carnival; activities for families and children. For ticket information, visit vivacincodemayofestival.com. Kids 5 and younger get in for free. Parking is free with an online ticket package. Festival hours are: Thursday, May 5, 5-10 p.m.; Friday, May 6, 5-10 p.m.; Saturday, May 7, 2-11 p.m.; Sunday, May 8, 1-10 p.m.

The Center programs

• Empty Arms, Open Hearts Luncheon Tuesday May 10, 12-2 p.m. “Empty Arms, Open Hearts” is a book by Claudia Byrne and Evangeline Skowronski, two adoptive moms: “We’ve seen so many people, good people, who would be great parents, struggle with infertility. In fact, we were two of them. We wanted to do something about it, so together we wrote a book on the experiences of others like us who found joy and happiness through adoption.” The authors will be on hand to discuss both the book and their personal experiences with adoption. Cost is $20. Please make reservations by the Sunday before the Tuesday luncheon. Call 708-361-3650 to make your reservation. The Center is at 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. • Gentle Yoga Classes beginning Tuesday May 10, 6:30 p.m. The class will meet for five Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at the Anderson Activity Center

at the farm. The Center invites you to this series of gentle, restorative yoga classes taught by instructor Carolyn Harms. The classes will include discussion and practice on breathing, relaxation, and centering, as well as movement and poses. Dress in comfortable clothing; bring a yoga mat. Class fee is $50. Preregistration required; call 708-361-3650. (Please note: This class does not meet on Tuesday May 24.) • Laughter Circle Wednesday May 11, 6 p.m. Laughter leader Kathy O’Brien, R.N., brings laughter and all its benefits to the Laughter Circle, a group for people who want to laugh! Beneficial laughs will come not from jokes or comedy routines but rather from laughter for the sake of laughter, reducing stress, alleviating pain, strengthening your immune system, and even helping people to get along better. The cost each month of participating in the Laughter Circle is $5, which Kathy donates to The Center. Call 708-361-3650 to reserve a spot. • Center Cinema Friday May 13, 6:30-9 p.m. The Center’s film club will screen the 2015 romance “Brooklyn,” which stars Saoirse Ronan as a young Irish immigrant who comes to the title city in the 1950s and becomes torn between her past and present lives. Discussion to follow. Free, but please call 708-361-3650 to register.

‘Keanu’ has promise despite sketches running too long TONY PINTO

• Pool Tournament - 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. this Friday, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park. Students are invited to enter a Pool Tournament to win prizes then listen to a live performance by indie/alternative band AsWeAre. A free popcorn bar will be open to students. • Cheesy Italian Pasta - 4 to 5:30 p.m. May 10, Cooper’s Hawk will show students how to make several different pasta dishes. • Nachos & Poker - 4 to 5 p.m. May 11, Students will enjoy some delicious, cheesy nachos while playing a game of poker with friends. • Running Club - 4 to 5:30 p.m. May 11, Two passionate runners will teach students safe and efficient running techniques. • DIY Polaroid Photo Magnets - 4 to 5:30 p.m. May 12, Students will use their favorite photo to create a retro looking Polaroid magnet. • Art Studio Night - 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. May 13, Art lovers and artists alike are invited to an Art Studio night. Live performance by singer/songwriter Andrew Tufano. Free food samples will be provided by White Castle. These free events are for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information call 532-0500.

“Keanu” is the big screen debut of comedic powerhouses KeeganMichael Key and Jordan Peele as leading men. For those who don’t know, the duo had their own Comedy Central show until recently when the two decided they wanted to focus their attention on movies. Is it a bad decision for them to go all in on film? Only time will tell, but they are off to an OK start. “Keanu” plays like a sketch from their former show “Key and Peele,” and the film’s greatest problem is its 94 minutes in length. This film is a really great TV sketch, but here it is dragged out far too long to be a great movie. This is basically a collection of loosely connected sketches that are funny the first time but leave you cringing the second time they bring a gag back. It makes sense that two sketch comedians would follow this format in their big-screen breakout. Key and Peele are playing characters, but they’re mostly just playing Key and Peele, your friends from television if you’re a young adult male and that’s okay. It’s all just okay! The film is about two guys who fall into the Los Angeles criminal underworld when gangsters steal a kitten owned by one of them.

tive producers. The assaults have come in four waves — and before the deadliest fifth wave can hit, the young woman is determined to locate and save her sibling. Nick Robinson (“Jurassic World”), Maggie Siff (“Billions”), Ron Livingston, Maria Bello and Liev Schreiber also star. DVD extras: two “making-of” documentaries; audio commentary by Moretz and director J Blakeson. *** (PG-13: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “THE CHOICE”: The Nicholas Sparks brand of romantic drama continues with this tale from the author of ‘’The Notebook” and ‘’Message in a Bottle,” casting Teresa Palmer (‘’Point Break”) and Benjamin Walker (‘’Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter”)

as new neighbors with opposing takes on love. You just know that will set them up to fall for each other — but in the proven Sparks fashion, a crisis arises after they marry, threatening the union they thought it would be impossible to attain. Tom Wilkinson, Alexandra Daddario, Maggie Grace (‘’Taken”) and Tom Welling (‘’Smallville”) also appear. *** (PG-13: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “JANIS: LITTLE GIRL BLUE”: In the same week it makes its televised debut as an episode of PBS’ “American Masters,” writer-producer-director Amy Berg’s (“West of Memphis”) profile of rock-music icon Janis Joplin also is unveiled on home video after its run on the film-

The Bridge Teen Center programs

Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele star in “Keanu”

Even with a far-fetched story, this film has a lot going for it. Key and Peele are terrific comedic presences, with effortless chemistry that seems destined to fuel dozens of buddy comedies. Key and Peele (and a kitten) are very funny just like there namesake show, it’s just that they deserve a better movie. Maybe next time someone should write a movie for them. Director Peter Atencio, who just happened to be the director for the entirety of the duo’s cable series, does an alright job directing this film. Alright and OK are pretty much the themes of this film. Everything we see here is alright, but nothing is great. Key plays Clarence, an uptight family man whose wife tells him to cut loose while she is away for the weekend. Peele plays his friend Ralph, a heartbroken soul after a devastating breakup, who

is intent on caring for a little kitten (the kitten is the real star) he views as a godsend in his time of sorrow. Most of the film is the duo looking for Keanu (the kitten) after he gets kidnapped. Ralph’s house gets ransacked and all that is taken is the cat. It’s a hard premise, but it sort of works. At one point when Clarence and Ralph are briefly mistaken for a pair of terrifying killers (who are also played by Key and Peele), they decide to run with that in hopes of getting Keanu back. Ultimately, if you’re a fan of their TV show you’ll find “Keanu” as a good film to see. For those who have little to no clue who they are, you may find some parts funny but not enough to keep you interested in this episodic film.

festival circuit. Some of the people who were closest to her — including her sister, Laura — talk about the person behind the image, though Kris Kristofferson, Melissa Etheridge, Pink, Dick Cavett and recording-industry mogul Clive Davis discuss the unique place Joplin made for herself in her profession and the enduring legacy she left behind. Previously unseen letters and photos, and otherwise unheard audio, are incorporated into the biography. *** (Not rated: AS, P) “REMEMBER”: Oscar-winning screen veteran Christopher Plummer displays his acting mastery again in this melodrama from director Atom Egoyan (“The Sweet Hereafter”). The central character is a Holocaust survivor who gets

a deeply troubling reminder of his concentration-camp days — and, despite increasing memory loss, a thirst for revenge — when he learns the Nazi officer responsible for decimating his family has adopted a fake identity to live out the rest of his years in America. Fellow Academy Award recipient Martin Landau plays a longtime friend who assists in the Plummer character’s mission. Jurgen Prochnow, Henry Czerny, Dean Norris (“Under the Dome”) and Bruno Ganz also are in the fine cast. *** (R: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nudity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, particularly graphic violence.

Tony Pinto’s grade: B

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

STARTING THIS WEEK:

“JOY”: Jennifer Lawrence continues her association with director David O. Russell (“Silver Linings Playbook,” “American Hustle”) as she plays Miracle Mop inventor and marketer Joy Mangano, whose professional success in taking her product directly to the public was offset by personal trials. Russell takes a seriocomic approach to the story of Mangano (one of the

movie’s executive producers), with Robert De Niro and Virginia Madsen as her colorful parents and Edgar Ramirez as the ex-husband who manages to stay in her life ... and her house. Bradley Cooper also stays in the Russell repertory company here as a QVC executive. Additional cast members include Isabella Rossellini, Diane Ladd, Elisabeth Rohm and (as her mother Joan) Melissa Rivers. *** (PG-13: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “THE 5TH WAVE”: Alien attacks on Earth devastate the planet, and separate a fugitive (Chloe Grace Moretz, “Carrie”) from her younger brother (Zackary Arthur), in this sci-fi tale based on a Rick Yancey novel and counting Tobey Maguire among its execu-

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ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST By Jeraldine Saunders

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Heights Women awarded at GFWC luncheon

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Your Guide to Arts and Events in the Southwest Suburbs and Beyond

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The Regional News • The Reporter

Thursday, May 5, 2016

Southwest • Section 2, Page 10

Palos Park’s first fine arts fair will offer cultural fare The village of Palos Park will host its inaugural ‘Love the Park’ Fine Arts Fair on Saturday and Sunday, May 21 and 22, at the Palos Park Metra station, 123rd Street and 82nd Ave. Fine artists will be on display offering different mediums including jewelry, pottery, ceramics, photography, painting, mixed media and more. On Saturday, the Art and the Automobile Inaugural Event will be held in conjunction with the ‘Love the Park’ Fine Arts Fair. The display features over $15 million of value in the hand-picked, limited number, of automobiles exhibited and more than 20 of the rarest bespoke automobiles all with artistic pedigree. Visitors to the art fair will enjoy wine tasting from Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants,

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Shown are pieces by artists in Palos Park’s upcoming fine arts fair.

micro-brew samplings from Granite City Food & Brewery, and food from Hummingbird Catering, along with music and a community art project each day. “For over 100 years, the village of Palos Park has been a haven

for the fine arts,” said Mayor John Mahoney. “We invite everyone to come out and experience our inaugural ‘Love the Park’ Fine Arts Fair and all it has to offer.” Sponsors for the event include Chicago Southland Convention &

Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with free admission and parking. For more information, visit www.

Visitors Bureau, Elements the cremation company, the Palos Park Woman’s Club, Beechen & Dill Homes, Flash Bugs Studio, and Art a la Carte. The art fair is open on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on

lovetheparkfinearts.org or call 708-361-3760. — Village of Palos Park

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