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Senior housing plans moving forward at old Sabre Room site By Joe Boyle Hickory Hills Mayor Mike Howley said that not a day goes by that the city doesn’t hear from a caller inquiring about the future of the old Sabre Room site. “We receive calls all the time,” Howley said. “They just want to hear an update. The senior community from Hickory Hills is very excited. They are looking forward to this. But some agreements have to be reached with different agencies.” An agreement was reached with the Ko-
ziarz Group, owners of the property, during a Hickory Hills City Council meeting this past spring. The approved ordinance includes a planned unit development (PUD) proposal that would take in the site of the old Sabre Room, 8900 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills. The once iconic center was the site of wedding receptions and noted performers who took the stage there, including Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. The Sabre Room closed last year and the building was demolished during the spring. The approved special use for PUD, which is located in a R-4 Single Family Residence
District and C-3 Highway Commercial District, will allow a combination of commercial and residential uses, including retail stores, independent and assisted living apartments, senior apartments, senior single-family ranch homes, and property that may be donated to the city for use as a public library or other public purposes. Howley was one of the officials who met Photo by Joe Boyle with the Koziarz Group, Retown, the devel- The only remaining reminder of the Sabre Room is the sign that can opment manager; and Chicagoland Realty, still be seen prominently along 95th Street in Hickory Hills. The once
iconic entertainment center was torn down this past spring to make
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Man charged in shooting at Evergreen Cemetery By Dermot Connolly
leaving the scene. He allegedly fired once at the grave, saying, A man was charged with the “You deserved it,” according to Nov. 22 shooting at the Evergreen prosecutors at his bail hearing last Park gravesite of a man who was Thursday. killed in Palos Heights two days A .32-caliber revolver loaded earlier. with four rounds and one Evergreen Park police spent shell was also recovsaid officers responded ered. Another man who to a report of shots fired was with Stevenson was at 2:50 p.m. at Evergreen also taken into custody, Cemetery, 3401 W. 87th but was later released St., during a graveside serwithout charges. vice for Marud Talib, 39. Stevenson, who police Talib had been fatally described as a multiple Stevenson shot on Nov. 20 at his felon, faces charges of home in the 7300 block of Ish- unlawful use of a weapon by a nala Drive in Palos Heights. That felon and aggravated discharge case remains under investigation. of a weapon. As of Tuesday, SteNo one was injured in the venson was being held in Cook shooting at the cemetery, where County Jail on $50,000 bail. His about 20 people were attending next court appearance is schedthe funeral service. uled for Dec. 20, according to Police said Elston T. Stevenson, information on the Cook County 56, of the 13000 block of South Sheriff’s Office website. Corliss Avenue in south suburban See SHOOTING, Page 8 Burnham, was arrested as he was
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Chicago Ridge residents formed a guard of honor for 40 recruits from Great Lakes Naval Base on Thanksgiving morning as they filed off a bus and walked into Glenn Maker American Legion Post 1160 for the eighth annual Thanksgiving celebration sponsored by ARMS (Arms Reaching Many in Society). Volunteers prepared a traditional holiday meal and recruits were able to sit back and relax, watching TV, playing video games, and contacting family around the country by phone and on Skype.
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Chicago Ridge provides good cheer for recruits and during tree lighting By Dermot Connolly Chicago Ridge residents have gotten in the holiday spirit over the past week, warmly welcoming recruits from Great Lakes Naval Base to town on Thanksgiving Day, and gathering in droves on Sunday for the 2nd Annual Christmas tree-lighting celebration. On Thanksgiving, scores of flag-waving residents lined Ridgeland Avenue in front of Glenn Maker American Legion Post 1160, 10739 S. Ridgeland Ave. Police Chief Rob Pyznarski welcomed each recruit with a handshake and a smile as they filed into the Legion hall before 10:30 a.m. Pyznarski and his wife, Deb, now a village trustee, began the Thanksgiving tradition eight years ago, when their son, Bryan, was in the service and away from home for the holidays. The recruits arrived by bus, accompanied by a convoy of motorcyclists. They enjoyed a traditional holiday meal prepared by volunteers, and an afternoon of relaxation, watching TV and playing video games. The recruits contacted family around the country by phone and on Skype, using equipment provided for the day.
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Chicago Ridge Lions Club volunteer Bill Watt and his daughter, Alyssa, 9, enjoyed skating on the ice-less rink during the festivities surrounding the lighting of the Chicago Ridge Christmas tree on Sunday.
Then with Thanksgiving over, even more people came out for the 2nd annual Christmas tree-lighting ceremony held Sunday evening in front of Village Hall, 10455 S. Ridgeland Ave. Mayor Chuck Tokar presided over the tree-lighting around 7 p.m., but the fes-
tivities were going on from 4 to 9 p.m. One of the highlights this year was an artificial skating rink provided by the village. Residents of all ages brought their own skates, or made use of the ones available for free to take a spin around the ice-like rink. “Nobody got hurt, did they? I am afraid of the village getting sued,” the mayor joked. “I am so glad that people came to enjoy it. It looks good on paper, but you never know how it will be received,” said Trustee Bill McFarland, looking over at the crowds gliding and sliding on the artificial ice rink. All the village board members participated in the event, in one way or another. The village co-hosted the festivities with the Chicago Ridge Lions Club, which donated the tree. The ornaments were made by students and members of local organizations. Boy Scout Troop 3665 provided free hot chocolate, and sold hot dogs, nachos and other treats to keep people warm. The unseasonably warm weather undoubtedly
By Kelly White ’Tis the season for matching outfits, Christmas trees, shopping for gifts, and greeting cards. Fortunately, the Evergreen Park Public Library is there to help with the stress of taking the perfect holiday photo. With the aid of two professional photographers — Claudia Parker and Ruth Hoskins — the library offered two portrait sittings last Sunday inside the library’s reading room, 9400 S. Troy Ave, next to a decorated nine-foot tree and fireplace. An additional session is scheduled this coming Sunday. “It’s so easy to get a professional family photo for the holidays,” said Nicki Seidl, the library di-
rector. “People don’t have to put up their decorations and then get everyone ready to take a photo. Maybe they don’t have a fireplace. They just come to the library, which is probably not far from their home. They can be creating their holiday cards right after Thanksgiving. One less item on the holiday to-do list.” Each family was required to bring in their own memory card and during the 20-minute portrait session, the photographers took as many photos as they could so the family could choose their favorite. Families said they enjoyed the personal aspect of the photo sessions, including the Beninato See PHOTOS, Page 8 Taking a holiday photo for the first time at the Evergreen Park Library were Paul and Gayle Djikas of Evergreen Park, accompanied by their two 10-yearold dogs, (from left) Misty, a Blue Marrow Collie, and Zoey, a Doberman. Photo by Claudia Parker
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OLCHS holds coat drive
POLICE REPORTS
Oak Lawn Community High School’s Junior Class Advisory Board and Student Services Office are sponsoring their annual coat drive to provide coats for the Lakota Tribe on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. The coat drive will run through Wednesday, Dec. 13. Lightly used or new coat donations in all sizes are needed and can be dropped off in the Special Education Office, Room 228.
Chicago Ridge Domestic battery
Mohamed Bakr Alsalama, 27, of the 5700 block of Ridgemont Lane, Chicago Ridge, was charged with domestic battery following a disturbance at his home at 6:13 p.m. Nov. 16. Police said he allegedly struck a family member about the arms and legs. The victim refused medical treatment and Alsalama later turned himself in. Court information was not available.
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Suspended license
Lequanna Grenn, 29, of the 6800 block of Lode Drive, Worth, was charged with driving with a suspended license at 11:05 p.m. Nov. 21 at 107th Street and Ridgeland Avenue. Police said she was also cited for driving without insurance and improper lane usage. She is due in court on Dec. 20.
Chicago Ridge police charge man with armed robbery
Brandon Lott, 21, of Crete, fac- and Route 83 in Palos Heights. es charges of armed robbery with Police said Lott, the driver, was a firearm following an incident taken into custody and a loaded that occurred about 6 p.m. Sun- .45 caliber Ruger handgun and day in a parking lot in the victim’s two cellthe 9900 block of South phones were recovered Ridgeland Avenue. from the vehicle. The victim told poLott, a resident of the lice that he had ar700 block of Harrison ranged online to sell Court, was being held two Apple iPhones, this week on $100,000 and agreed to meet the bond, following a hearbuyer in the parking lot ing on Monday. of X-Sport Fitness, in In order to prevent Lott Chicago Ridge Comthese types of incidents, mons. The victim said that when the Chicago Ridge Police Departhe showed Lott the iPhones and ment advises residents to conduct asked to see his money, Lott these types of transactions in the displayed a .45 caliber hand- parking lot of the police departgun and left with the phones ment at 10425 S. Ridgeland Ave., in his vehicle traveling south under the department’s video on Ridgeland Avenue. surveillance system. The area is The victim followed the al- posted with a sign designating leged offender and called po- the area as the Internet Purchase lice, who said officers with the Exchange Location. More inforChicago Ridge Police Tactical mation about the service may be Unit located the vehicle and obtained by calling the police at pulled it over at 127th Street (708) 425-7831.
Unlicensed driving
• Justin Morris, 27, of the 1600 block of South Mason Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving without a valid license at 3:15 p.m. Nov. 20, at 95th Street and Ridgeland Avenue. Police said he was also cited for failure to wear a seatbelt. He is due in court on Jan. 3. • Jorge Garcia, 52, of the 5900 block of South Rockwell Street, Chicago, was charged with driving without a valid license at 11:40 p.m. Nov. 14 in the 10100 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said he was also cited for having improper lighting. He is due in court on Jan. 3.
Evergreen Park DUI charge
Roger D. Hall, 63, of Evergreen Park, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic stop at 6:38 p.m. Nov. 22 in the 3400 block of West 95th Street.
Suspended license
• Anthony Meade, 24, of Chicago, was charged with driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop at 9:01 p.m. Saturday at 95th Street and Richmond Avenue. Police said he was also cited for failure to dim headlights. • Annjanette E. Campbell, 48, of Burbank, was charged with driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop at 12:32 p.m. Nov. 15 at 95th Street and Hamlin Avenue. Police said she was also cited for driving without headlights or taillights when required. • Marvin T. Covington, 35, of Chicago, was charged with driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop at 10:18 a.m. Nov. 21 at 95th Street and Keeler Avenue. Police said he was also cited for driving without insurance and speeding. • Abyssinia N. Bradley, 35, of Evergreen Park, was charged with
driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop at 7:40 p.m. Saturday at 95th Street and Ridgeway Avenue. Police said she was also cited for illegal use of a cellphone while driving.
Hickory Hills Theft charge
Ruben Malave, 44, of the 7600 block of West 106th Street, Palos Hills, was charged with theft after police said he took three pallets from behind Jewel-Osco, 9528 S. Roberts Road, about 1:50 p.m. Nov. 22. Police said Malave was a passenger in a vehicle they pulled over in the 7900 block of West 94th Street after seeing him get into it behind the store. The driver of the vehicle, Kathleen D. Casey, 37, of the same address as Malave, was charged with driving a vehicle with expired registration, and improper use of registration. They were both due at a hearing on Dec. 20.
Aggravated speeding
• Adham A. Issa, 18, of Silo Ridge West Road, Orland Park, was charged with aggravated speeding following a traffic stop at 10:24 p.m. Nov. 20 at 87th Street and Kean Avenue. Police said he was driving 65 mph in a 35-mph zone. He is due in court on Jan. 12. • Jaber M. Abusafa, 27, of the 11100 block of South 84th Avenue, Palos Hills, was charged with aggravated speeding following a traffic stop at 7:48 a.m. Friday at 87th Street and Kean Avenue. Police said he was driving 60 mph in a 30-mph zone. Police said he is due in court on Dec. 20.
Possession of drug paraphernalia
Bilal H. Hamad, 23, of the 8400 block of Forest Drive, Hickory Hills, was issued a local ordinance violation for possession of drug paraphernalia following a traffic stop at 1:04 a.m. Friday in the 8700 block of West 95th Street. Police said they found two apples in his car that were fashioned into “bowls” for smoking cannabis, and a small bag of cannabis. He is due at a hearing in City Hall on Dec. 12.
Possession of cannabis
Osama Mohamad Jamal Alnimrawi, 19, of the 5600 block of West 87th Street, Oak Lawn, was issued a citation for possession of cannabis following a traffic stop at 95th Street and Roberts Road at 1:23 a.m. Tuesday. Police said a cigar wrapper containing 6.7 grams of marijuana was found in the car. He was also cited for not using headlights when required.
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He is due at a hearing in Hickory Hills City Council on Jan. 9.
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Illegal certificate of title
Michael Tigger Cox, 27, of Burbank, was charged with felony possession of a certificate of title without complete assignment following a traffic stop at 88th Street and Menard Avenue at 6:35 p.m. Nov. 20. Police said an open vehicle title, with the “buyer” line left blank, was found in his wallet during a custodial search. Police said he admitted buying cars and not completing the title transfer in order to save costs. He was also cited for driving without a valid license, no insurance, and failure to dim lights. Cox is due in court on Dec. 7.
Battery
Robert D. Maxwell, 53, of Matteson, was charged with battery following an altercation with police inside Jewel, 4650 W. 103rd St., at 4:14 p.m. Nov. 20. Police who responded to a trespassing complaint said they found him asleep on a bench in the pharmacy area. While they were escorting him out, Maxwell allegedly made repeated attempts to “fist-bump” officers, and then punched one of the officers who refused to engage with him. He was held pending bond.
DUI charge
Gay D. Ellis, 63, of Chicago, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol at 12:09 a.m. Nov. 20 following a traffic stop at 87th Street and Cicero Avenue. Police said they found him asleep at the wheel there at 9:56 a.m. Nov. 20. He was also cited for improper parking in a roadway, failure to wear a seatbelt, and having open alcohol because a cup holding an alcoholic beverage was found in his vehicle. He is due in court on Jan. 9.
Resisting arrest
Tyler S. Nelson, of Harvey, was charged with a felony for resisting a police officer following an altercation at 7:31 a.m. Nov. 19 at the Midway Motel, 9320 S. Cicero Ave. Police called to the scene were told that he had struck a woman and took her cellphone. An officer said Nelson refused orders not to reach into his bag, and struggled with him as he was being handcuffed. He was also charged with criminal damage to property because the officer’s vest and recording equipment was damaged. He was held for a bond hearing.
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Steven Jundian, 19, of Palos Hills, was charged with battery after allegedly hitting a female in the face at 2 p.m. Sunday. He is due in court on Jan. 9.
DUI charges
• Michal Bania, 43, of Bridgeview, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic stop at 11 p.m. Sunday. Police said he was also cited for improper lane usage and not using a turn signal when required. He is due in court on Dec. 19. • Andrzej Kulikowski, 48, of Hickory Hills, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic stop at 1:30 a.m. Monday. Police said he was also cited for improper lane usage, driving without insurance, expired registration, and not using a turn signal when required. He is due in court on Dec. 19.
Unlicensed driving
Motasem Mansour, 20, of Palos Hills, was charged with driving without a valid license following a traffic stop at 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police said he was also cited for illegal use of a driver’s license, driving without insurance, speeding, and possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia. He is due in court on Dec. 19.
Criminal damage
Police are investigating two cases of criminal damage to cars reported on Sunday. They said that damage to the driver’s side window of a vehicle parked in a driveway in the 10500 block of Winterpark Drive was discovered at 9:30 a.m. that day, and similar damage was discovered at 11:30 a.m. on a vehicle parked a few blocks east, in the 10500 block of 82nd Avenue.
Vandalism report
Police are investigating vandalism of Sacred Heart Church, 8245 W. 111th St., which was reported at 7 a.m. last Thursday. Police said the church was defaced with spray paint, and windows and gutters were damaged. Police reports are provided by law enforcement agencies. Charges are not evidence of guilt. They are a record of police actions taken, and persons charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proved guilty in a court of law.
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OAK LAWN VILLAGE BOARD MEETING
Rezoning ordinance clears way for 52nd Avenue property development By Dermot Connolly
Photo by Joe Boyle
Taking part in the ribbon-cutting for the new Ulta Beauty on Nov. 22 at the new Plaza in Evergreen Park were (from left) Lauren Boden, general manager of the new Ulta Beauty; Evergreen Park Mayor James Sexton; and Kelly Keith, project manager for Lormax Stern Development that is overseeing construction of the new Plaza.
Ulta Beauty joins the list of businesses opening at new Plaza By Joe Boyle Evergreen Park Mayor James Sexton walked up to Ulta Beauty, one of newest businesses to open at the new Plaza, and had a smile on his face. “I like the look of this building,” the mayor said. “I like the sign and the look of the awnings. It looks sharp and is a great addition.” The Evergreen Park mayor had reason to be pleased as businesses are beginning to steadily fill the new Evergreen Plaza development. Sexton and other Evergreen Park officials attended the official grand opening of Ulta Beauty, 9610 S. Western Ave., on Nov. 22, a day before Thanksgiving. Ulta Beauty joins TJ Maxx, Five Below, Petco and DSW that have opened this year. Carson’s was the first store to open at the new Plaza in September 2016. Sexton took part in the ribboncutting ceremonies with Lauren Boden, general manager of the new Ulta Beauty, and Kelly Keith, the project manager from Lormax Stern Development that oversees the construction of the new Plaza. Boden said that Ulta Beauty actually opened on Oct. 6 but waited to officially introduce themselves to the area. “Everything has been going very well,” Boden said. “It’s been wonderful. I think people are going to enjoy shopping here. It’s a full-service shop for beauty products.” Ulta Beauty celebrated the grand opening with a trackless train for youngsters who arrived with their parents. A radio station was set up just outside Ulta Beauty
and played music for customers entering the store. Raffles were also being held And even Santa Claus arrived and spent some time dancing with staff from the radio station. Sexton said more businesses will open in the future at the new Plaza, but was not certain what would be next. Bally House should be opening in the next few months. “Everything is looking up,”
Sexton said. “And David’s Bridal just down the way opened recently. They have great clothes and prom dresses. I am really impressed.” Other officials noted that the new Plaza is beginning to shine as more businesses open up. Keith said she can’t wait for more stores to open up. “It has really come together,” Keith said. “It’s come a long way from the beginning.”
The Oak Lawn Village Board rezoned a parcel of land related to ongoing development plans during an unusually short meeting on Tuesday, The ordinance rezoning of the railroad spur at Narrow Street and 52nd Avenue from public land to general business (C-1) was approved as part of the consent agenda as the board breezed through the 30-minute meeting, The move was expected, and had already been discussed at length over the past two years. It was related to Advocate Medical Group plans to build a two-story, 58,400-square-foot facility with doctors’ offices, a lab, pharmacy and outpatient clinic affiliated with Advocate Christ Medical Center on the shuttered Beatty Lumber property at 9537 S. 52nd Ave. and the adjacent Permacor Inc. site at 9540 S. Tulley Ave. Construction of the new development is expected to begin shortly. In a related move, Trustee Bob Streit (3rd) informed the board that at a hearing village engineer Jack Gallagher held earlier in the day, approval was given for a new traffic signal and pedestrian crossing to go up at 95th Street and 50th Court. He said 51st Avenue will also be closed off with a cul-de-sac at 95th Street. “It will be especially helpful for the adjacent neighborhood with the development of the medical facility and the planned Dunkin’ Donuts and restaurant development at that corner,” Streit said. Also at the meeting, Mayor Sandra Bury and
Trustee Tim Desmond (1st), the Special Events Committee liaison, presented checks of $7,346 to the Courage program for single mothers based at St. Germaine Parish, and $22,040 to Park Lawn. The funds for the non-profit agencies was raised at Fall on the Green. Following the meeting, Trustee Terry Vorderer (4th) commented on the closure this week of the Chuck E. Cheese’s restaurant 4031 W. 95th St. The restaurant and entertainment center had become known for violent incidents over many years, and Vorderer had been at the forefront of efforts to resolve the problem. The Texas-based parent company had installed extra security measures but agreed earlier this year to close the Oak Lawn location by the end of December. “I don’t know where they are moving, but I wish them well. As I have said from the beginning, there is no winner in this. It just didn’t work out here,” Vorderer said. The Kmart store located beside Chuck E. Cheese’s also closed earlier this month, leaving the strip mall nearly empty. “This does present opportunities for development there but it will take some time,” said Vorderer. He pointed out that Kmart still has a lease on the property until 2022, so the property owner may not be in a rush to do anything as long as the rent is being paid. “I don’t want that situation to go on too long. If it does, I will have something to say about it,” Vorderer said.
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Large crowd welcomes Santa to Oak Lawn’s Village Green
The annual “Santa on the Green” held Saturday on the Village Green in Oak Lawn included a variety of activities offered at the Oak Lawn Library right next door and at the Metra Station. Santa arrived at the Village Green, 94th Street and Cook Avenue, just after noon,
and he was accompanied by Mrs. Claus and Frosty. The three holiday characters greeted children and parents after being dropped off by the Oak Lawn police and fire departments. Mild temperatures for November assured a large crowd. Kids had an opportunity
Oak Lawn residents Ryleigh Wood, 6, and her brother, Connor, 5, are greeted by Frosty at the start of the annual “Santa on the Green,” which was held along the Village Green.
to play in an inflatable snow globe and a bounce house, as well as a kids’ Ferris wheel. Parents and children got an opportunity to take a ride on the trackless train. Parents also had an opportunity to take photos of their children with elves and actual reindeer. The Sward and Kol-
mar school choruses performed holiday songs and carols inside the tent. Fermata D Aria performed a cappella songs as well. Elf the Stilt Walker entertained kids and adults alike. Parents and kids also took trolley rides to the Oak Lawn Metra Station, where
Elf the Stilt Walker reaches out to children after arriving at the “Santa on the Green” Saturday at the Village Green.
the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce sponsored face painting, a balloon artist, vendors and music. The trolleys left the Village Green for the Metra Station and returned every 15 minutes. Vendors were on display and a scavenger hunt was also held at the Oak Lawn Library.
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Santa greets youngsters after being dropped off by the Oak Lawn Fire Department Saturday for the annual “Santa on the Green.”
Teacher from Oak Lawn charged with criminal assault of student Worth Township to hold Senior Oak Lawn resident Megan Kotarski, 28, was charged last week with aggravated criminal assault after allegedly molesting a student she taught at a charter high school in Chicago’s Gage Park neighborhood. According to reports, Kotarski taught high school English at Horizon Science Academy, a k-12 school at 5401 S. Western Ave. She was placed on unpaid administrative leave after
the misconduct allegations were made earlier this month, and she resigned on Nov. 10. Kotarski allegedly forced a 16-yearold boy to fondle her during an unauthorized party held at her home in the 9800 block of South Pulaski Road last June. Prosecutors said that she allowed the student to drive her car while she rode along as a passenger while they dropped off classmates
who had been drinking beer at her house. Prosecutors said she placed the boy’s hand under her shirt and pants when he reached over to change the car stereo. She turned herself into Chicago police on Nov. 21, and was released on $10,000 bail following a court appearance. Kotarski is not allowed to have contact with minors under age 18 while her case is pending.
Holiday Luncheon on Dec. 13
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Two horses die after being hit by vehicle on 95th Street A driver of a vehicle hit two horses on Friday, killing one of them at the scene, when they ran into traffic near the Cranberry Slough Nature Preserve at 95th Street and Kean Avenue in unincorporated Palos Township. According to published reports, the horses
threw their riders about 1:30 p.m. and ran into the intersection on the Hickory Hills border. The Cook County Sheriff’s office said the animals were hit by a red Chevrolet. One of the horses died instantly, and a Hickory Hills police officer put down the other horse because it was too badly injured
to survive. The driver of the Chevrolet suffered injuries that were not life-threatening, police said. The riders of the horses, who did not own them, were not hurt. The area where the incident occurred includes many trails commonly used for riding horses from nearby stables.
Moraine Valley has received nearly $1.5 million in grants from the NSA for initiatives
Within the last year, Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills has received nearly $1.5 million in grants from the National Security Agency (NSA) for cybersecurity initiatives. In 2013, Moraine Valley became a CAE/2Y, which is a National Centers of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance 2-Year Education. In 2016, the college was selected as a CAE Regional Resource Center (CRRC), or a source for community colleges in the north central region of the country working toward the CAE/2Y designation. These designations collectively have allowed the college to receive more grants to further its efforts. The GenCyber grant allowed Moraine Valley to hold a weeklong cybersecurity camp in August for middle school students from innercity Chicago and Matteson School District 162. Students learned about online safety and cyberbullying, cryptography, computer programming, cybersecurity careers, and cybersecurity safety. Justin Valentino, Moraine Valley Local Area Networks instructor, led the camp and submitted a proposal to continue it next summer. A grant for the Cybersecurity Workforce Education-Investment
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News and events from our archives • 50 years ago Misunderstanding results in no robbery From the Nov. 30, 1967 issue:
The story: An attempt to rob Vern’s Super Mart, 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge, fell flat Sunday because the wouldbe robber failed to make his wishes clear to clerk Gerry Berner. Berner told officer Stanley Wank that she noticed a young, dark haired man in the store about 4:30 p.m. Sunday. When asked if he needed help, the young man replied he was waiting for someone. Just as the store was about to close at 6 p.m. and right after Berner had received some cash from another clerk, the young man stepped up to the counter in the checking cash booth and said, “the bag, the bag.” The man fled the store when Berner did not reply. The quote: “I just stared at him,” Berner said. “I didn’t know what he was talking about.”
• 25 years ago District 123 considers referendum for tax hike From the Nov. 26, 1992 issue: The story: Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 planned to meet as a committee-of-the-whole at 7 p.m. Monday in the district office, 4201 W. 93rd St., Oak Lawn, to discuss holding an April or November tax referendum. The district’s education fund tax rate is currently $1.55 per $100 equalized assessed valuation. The referendum would seek a 75 cent increase per $100 and would bring an additional $2.7 million a year. Assistant Superintendent Thomas Banaszak said the district is currently spending about $2.1 million more than it is taking in. Superintendent Dick Manson said there is another issue. The quote: “Apathy, not the no votes, are the biggest thing we have to fight,” Manson said.
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Chicago Ridge purchases remote-controlled robotic fire truck The story: Chicago Ridge has used $12,000 in federal funds to purchase a remote-controlled fire truck and other equipment to be used for public education. The Chicago Ridge Village Board unanimously approved the request of Chicago Ridge Fire Chief Randall Grossi to buy a public education remote-controlled “Super Pumper” fire truck from Robotics America for $7,000. Mayor Eugene Siegel was skeptical about the purchase, which he believed was too expensive. Chicago Ridge Fire Department Public Education Officer Jeff Babcock said the truck will be used at schools, the library and public education events. The quote: It’s something (kids) can relate to,” Babcock said. “They don’t even know they are learning. We have to work hard to maintain a positive image for the fire department and this does it.”
Thursday, November 30, 2017
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WHATIZIT?
Palos Twp. meeting adjourned amid chanting, jeers By Anthony Caciopo
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The clue for this week’s Whatizit photo (above) is: Hills center. Send your responses with your name and hometown by noon Monday to thereporter@comcast.net. Several readers provided a series of responses but we had only one correct answer to last week’s photo quiz. Carol and Jerry Janicki, of Worth, knew that the photo last week showed a portion of the Helen Goy Community Center at 107th Street and Oak Park Avenue in Worth. The Helen Goy Center was originally a two-car garage that was given as a gift to the Worth Park District. It was later converted into the three-room community building. The five-acre parcel of land was donated by contractor Wayne Peak in 1965. The area is known today at Peak’s Park at 107th and Oak Park Avenue, which includes the Helen Goy Community Center.
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The latest, long-delayed meeting of the Palos Township Board lurched off the starting block on Nov. 20 and ended suddenly after a mostly rocky road as the board trustees and staff hastily departed the meeting room following an abrupt adjournment. “Ladies and gentlemen,” called out Township Supervisor Colleen Schumann through a microphone above the sounds of chanting and a megaphone blasting an emergency siren sound. “It is your decision at this moment. If you want this meeting to proceed you will act in an orderly fashion. You let me know before I open this meeting if it’s going to be orderly.” The 42 people in the packed room and approximately 25 more just outside the room’s open doors quieted as Schumann called the meeting to order, beginning with the Pledge of Allegiance. Voices from the crowd rose almost immediately during the Pledge as people shouted in increasing volume, “One nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” Activists and other citizens have been filling Palos Township Board meetings beyond capacity since July to protest Trustee Sharon Brannigan and her actions, which have included posts on social media that some people have found offensive to Muslims and people of Middle Eastern descent. In September, Brannigan issued a written apology. Many, if not most, protestors rejected that apology, calling it “insincere” and “too little, too late.” Present at the meeting, in addition to Schumann were Trustees Brannigan, Pamela Jeanes, Brent Woods and Richard Riley; Clerk Jane Nolan and attorney Erik Peck. The last time the board met when the public was present was Sept. 11. Meeting dates for October were postponed three times as the board sought a larger space to accommodate the overflow crowds.
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A man who identified himself as Bill, an Oak Lawn resident and a member of South Siders for Peace, speaks at the meeting. Trustee Sharon Brannigan is seated at far left.
According to Schumann, arrangements for a larger room, which by law must be located within Township borders, were unsuccessful and the Nov. 20 meeting was held in the usual space at 10802 S. Roberts Road in Palos Hills. The board held a meeting Oct. 30, but its function, according to Schumann, was to comply with a requirement mandated by the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. That meeting has been called a “secret meeting” by many protestors who suspect other business was conducted in the absence of the public. Schumann said the public was welcome to attend; protestors said notice of the meeting was hastily placed over a weekend and unexpected. At the meeting, the board dispatched with routine business relatively quickly and opened the floor to public commentary, a process moderated by Robert Porter, former supervisor of Lemont Township and former executive director of the Township Officials of Illinois. Schumann said that he was on hand at her invitation. As with previous meetings since the controversy with Brannigan erupted last summer, people took the microphone to confront Brannigan and the other board members, who have increasingly been pressured themselves by protestors because of her unwillingness to resign. “When you try to protect one of your own, the same dirt on that person is going to get on
you,” said a man who identified himself as Bill, an Oak Lawn resident and member of South Siders for Peace. “Are you OK with all your names being tied to her hateful rhetoric?” asked Scott Smith of the Southwest Chicago Diversity Collaborative. Activity by the protestors in recent weeks has included multiple requests for public records through the Freedom of Information Act, and acknowledged by Schumann.. Among the documents obtained by the board’s opponents are budgets, receipts for expenditures and, in at least one case, a payment to a trustee for webmaster work. Activists have complained that the Township website has been very slow to display meeting dates and that the website has holes in its information. One example cited was on Brannigan’s page, where she is listed as the chair of the Public Services and Health Committee, but tabs that should be clickable for committee reports and meeting notices are not functioning. “We’re watching all of you, and we’re digging up every single thing,” said Tammy Georgiou, as she displayed documents from which she challenged the board on expenditures including a purchase made at Brannigan’s business in Orland Township and a payment supposedly made to her for a storage container in the Palos Township office parking lot. Brannigan is aware of the pres-
ence of the storage container and told the crowd it is needed to house overflow property of the Township. Regarding an alleged payment to her, she said, “I am unaware of that. I will look into that.” Terry Heafey, vice chair of the Palos School Dist. 118 Finance and Facilities and Policy Committees, addressed the board on issues of budget, revenue, retirement, benefits and services. Heafey, who said he receives no compensation for his position, told the Board, “We run a budget at Dist. 118 that’s 23 times the size of yours but the first thing you all do is vote for your compensation and then add to it by creating positions.” “Shame on you!” shouted Bassem Kawar of the National Network for Arab-American Communities/TAKE ON HATE. Heafey challenged Brannigan, whom he said campaigned for her position on a platform of smaller government and free-market, capitalist solutions. He told the board: “Shrink the size of Palos Township government, eliminate the extra layers of taxation we’re paying, find outsourced private solutions for the services you provide and relieve the burden of pensions and taxes on us.” Allia Shahen took the microphone and requested every hijabwearing woman and girl at the meeting to join her as she confronted the board at the front of the meeting room. “See the women Sharon Brannigan is talking about,” she said, gesturing toward the women beside her and then thrusting her finger toward the board members. “We will not be silenced!” Amid chants of “Hey, hey, ho, ho, Sharon Brannigan’s got to go” and “We’ll be back,” Schumann abruptly adjourned the meeting and the board hurried out of the room. A request by The Reporter to speak with Brannigan, via a business card and a verbal request given to a Township insider, was not answered.
WORTH VILLAGE BOARD MEETING
Worth Days fest to continue for at least 5 more years By Sharon L. Filkins
Thanks to the approval of an intergovernmental agreement between the Village of Worth and the Worth Park District, the annual Worth Days Festival is back on the books — at least for the next five years. The agreement approved at the Nov. 21 village board meeting stipulates that the park district will manage the festival part of the Worth Days, including the carnival and all activities at the park, but will not handle the parade. Trustee Rich Dziedzic asked Mayor Mary Werner if there were any definite plans about who will be responsible for the parade. It was
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the same question he had asked at an earlier meeting when Worth Park District Director Bob O’Shaughnessy had announced that the park district could no longer manage both the parade and the festival. Werner responded that the village will support the parade, and she said she’ll soon be meeting with the parade committee. Also approved was an ordinance amending the village municipal code regarding dwelling units in the B1 and B2 zoning districts. The ordinance specifies that requests for specialuse permits, which would allow apartments to be built above businesses, would be reviewed on individual cases. The board also approved an agreement
between the village and Service Employees International Union Local 73 for the Department of Public Works. The Worth Village Board also approved an expenditure of $273,031 for Property and Inland Marine; Crime, Law Enforcement Liability; Public Officials; Public Entity Liability and Employment Practices; Automobile; Cyber Liability; Privacy and Network Insurance, Worker’s Compensation; and Liquor Liability. Business licenses were approved for Budget Auto Works, 6455 W. 111th St., and Smokey’s Tobacco Shop Inc., 11136 S. Harlem Ave. The licenses are contingent upon having passed all inspections and being in compliance with all codes and ordinances.
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Harold Washington continues to inspire 30 years after his death
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This past Saturday, Nov. 25, marked the 30th anniversary of Chicago Mayor Harold Washington’s death. Harold was a great friend and mentor to many, including myself, and a leader whose legacy as mayor will never fade. He will always be missed, and each Thanksgiving season is a reminder of those sad, and later tumultuous, days in Chicago’s history. Harold’s popularity and charm worked to get even the most disinterested politically engaged and involved in the civic processes that determine the fate of their communities. Scores of activists, organizers and progressives were encouraged to get into politics by Harold’s example, to those who joined his campaign and administration, to subsequent Harold reformed people such as Barack Obama the way politics and most recently the many people, young and old, who took place in have become leaders in the Black Lives Matter, immigraChicago. The tion rights, LGBTQ equality, neglected finally and other movements. He an inspiration to those got some attention, remains who stand and fight for a more the ignored were at just, more equitable, city, state and country. last recognized and In the days following his death, thousands of Chicagoans the underserved waited in the cold outside City now had a voice at Hall to see Mayor Washington one last time. His most fervent the table. supporters filled the lines that wrapped around City Hall, but among those thousands were Chicagoans who didn’t vote for him, who may have taken to the streets previously in opposition to him. In his four and a half years as mayor he had earned their respect. As much as the opposition forces nearly tore Chicago apart merely for their own gain, Harold’s work as mayor brought Chicagoans together. Harold reformed the way politics took place in Chicago. The neglected finally got some attention, the ignored were at last recognized and the underserved now had a voice at the table. His election as mayor gave hope to people who had not seen hope for some time. Harold Washington was a mayor for all Chicago — not just downtown or a few select or politically-connected neighborhoods. He changed the flow of power in Chicago so that it went from the neighborhoods to City Hall, not the other way around. He knew that the heart and the backbone of this city was in its often neglected neighborhoods, and he didn’t turn his back on them in favor of downtown. Harold ushered in a new way of business at City Hall, a new approach to fairness, whether it was ensuring that a certain percentage of firms that did business with the city were woman or minority-owned, or opening up the city’s books and making government more accountable. He brought in fresh air and new ideas. In the years following Harold’s death, I have worked to carry on and champion the principles he fought for in government — openness, accountability, transparency, and making the lives of our fellow citizens better – and we all need to continue to fight to uphold these principles every day, at every level of government. Harold and I spoke just a day before he died, and looking toward the initiatives progressive Chicagoans desired, he said that he could not do everything himself, that everyone who wanted change had to remain active, continue to build coalitions, and work to make the change happen. One person, one leader, can never do it all alone — that’s why we needed the active involvement of everyone in their communities then, and now, especially. The youth of the city, often quite cynical – and with good reason — about politicians, respected Harold and knew this mayor held great promise for them, for the city. We should heed the words that he spoke in his inaugural address in 1987, that Chicago not only be “the city that works,” but the city that “works together.” Harold Washington changed Chicago forever. Since his death those who work for social justice and equality have seen dark days in this city and country. But we can always look to his accomplishments and be reminded of the possible, and be inspired to bring that hope to new generations, build new coalitions, dig in and never give up fighting for what is right. David Orr is the Cook County Clerk.
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Dealing with sexual abuse as a child and an adult
By Dr. Glenn Mollette
I was sexually assaulted when I was about 12 years old. Several of us boys from elementary school attended the summer 4-H camp. Overall, it was a great time. We had craft classes, volleyball, badminton, good food, dancing at night, vesper services... all surrounded by the quiet Appalachian mountains. One morning a classmate was exclaiming to a couple of us guys that some man had climbed into bed with him. What he was telling us, in a frightened tone, did not sound good to a group of 12-year-old ears. I don’t know if he talked to anybody else and we went on with the activities of the day. Sometime in the early-morning hours of the following night I was awakened with two huge hairy arms around me and two hands on my genitals. I had been dead asleep. Was I dreaming? Was this a nightmare? Yes, it was a nightmare for certain. Many of us at camp shared bunks with classmates. A friend of mine was probably only a foot away from me in the same bunk. The night was so dead silent. The only sound was this strange man breathing in my ear as he molested me. Becoming fully awake I started making sounds like we sometimes make when we are trying to wake ourselves up from a nightmare. It was somewhat of a humming sound. I hoped I could wake my classmate but it wasn’t working. I was only about 5-foot-5 at the time, but that was tall for a sixth-grader. I began pushing backward as hard as I could as I worked to get this guy out of the bed, and my volume increased. He finally gave up and got out of the bed. Unbeknownst to me, he may have gone to someone else’s bed. The next morning I told one of the camp leaders about what had happened. The response I got was, “Yes, on these cold nights, Mr. John Doe is known to get into the beds with the boys to get warm.” I didn’t know what to say. I saw the man walking around the camp the rest of the week and he never
got close to me again. I wonder how many little boys Mr. John Doe not only molested that week but the entire summer and throughout his lifetime. I suspect the numbers would be startling. Even one is too many. Little children often don’t say anything. Like most, I was afraid to say anymore. I was afraid that I had done something wrong or would be punished, scolded or derided. I was afraid that my parents would never let me go to camp again if I told them or that they might be angry with me for some reason. This is why child abusers get away with so much. The abuser knows that children are easy to victimize. Most people have experienced some kind of crap in life. We try to deal with it, learn from it and impart our wisdom to others. We try to get over it and emotionally and spiritually try to heal. Most of the time I never think about that event, but here I am writing about it today. This just goes to show what such events do to us and how they are seared into our minds. Often, they are buried beneath the deepest parts of our brains, but then they surface. Protect your children. Warn them about predators. Tell them what is off limits. Other people have no business ever touching them and certainly nowhere close to their private parts. Sadly, many little children are abused and traumatized at young ages and often never get over it or get help. Keep the conversations going with your children and grandchildren. Be their parent and talk to them about everything. Don’t sit in judgment or get religious. Just be loving, talk to them about life and listen a lot. I was clueless as a child about what a pedophile was or that men existed who got off on little boys. About the only thing I knew at that age was I loved life, sports and music. I was clueless about the real depravity of some human beings and that some adults are capable of doing anything to anyone, even to a child. Glenn Mollette is a syndicated columnist and author of 12 books.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Help the working class instead of the wealthy When President Obama was elected president, the unemployment rate was 9.3 percent. When he left the office, the rate was 4.9 percent. Over the last year, unemployment has dropped to 4.4 percent. President Obama put the wheels in motion. The economy is doing fine. The latest statistics from the Census Bureau tells us that 66 percent of United States wage earners make less than $41,211 a year. The average household (more than one earner) is $61,000 per year. In 2016, Americans had 10.8 million millionaires and 540 billionaires. By 2023, it is estimated that some Americans will become trillionaires! Millionaires, billionaires and soon to be trillionaires are doing just fine. Let’s help the working class. The Trump administration wants to give corporate America a big tax cut to create more jobs. The Republican philosophy of trickle-down economics is equivalent to feeding the horses and eventually the birds will eat. A tax cut for working people will create
more demand, which will create more jobs. The average American middle class taxpayers paid a higher tax rate than people like Romney or Trump. Corporate America is doing fine. We need a healthier middle class. We can get along without trying to help the rich get richer. Let’s help the working class. In the current Republican proposal to lower taxes for corporate America, they have slipped in an attempt to weaken Obamacare by removing the mandate that subsidizes Obamacare, which will cause more people to lose their health insurance. The Republicans are trying to destroy Obamacare and have millions of people without health insurance. When poor, uninsured people go to the emergency rooms at hospitals, we all pay for the service they receive. Their higher, inflated costs for this emergency room care are passed on to us on our insurance premiums. Let’s help the working class.
President Trump refused to take reporters’ questions during his visit to China. He succumbed to Chinese insistence that no questions be allowed from the press. Communist China, along with other Communist countries, prohibits freedom of the press. The Chinese government controls the press and tells the press what to publish. China is afraid to open up the press to the public because the Communist shortcomings will be exposed, and it could lead to unrest and the pursuit of democratic freedoms.
Unfortunately, Trump went along with the Chinese restrictions on the press as a bargaining chip in his quest to have China eliminate all trade with North Korea. Trump’s views about the press fit in with Communist China’s restrictions on their media outlets, because Trump would like to control the U.S. press and its reporting on his presidency. Freedom of the press is a hallmark of a democracy.
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pparently to some, predatory sexual harassment is only a problem when the perpetrators are Republicans. Look at the case of Roy Moore, a former judge running as a Republican for the U.S. Senate in Alabama. Numerous women have accused him of sexually harassing them, some of them claiming the incidents took place nearly 40 years ago. The Moore accusations come in the wake of a continued wave of predatory sexual scandals in politics, Hollywood, business and in journalism. During an appearance Sunday on NBC TV’s “Meet the Press,” one of several mainstream news media programs that attack President Donald Trump while giving Democrats a pass, Nancy Pelosi, the Democratic House Minority Leader, accused Moore of being a “child molester.” In an appearance on Bruce DuMont’s radio show Sunday night, “Beyond the Beltway,” people argued that being a “child molester” is far worse than being just a sexual predator of women. I argued it’s all wrong and disgusting and that we shouldn’t make one issue more or less significant than the other. Moore has denied accusations that he had “sexual contact” with a 14-year-old girl and two others between the ages of 16 and 18 when he was 32. Five other women also accused Moore of sexually harassing them. Certainly, the accusations should be investigated. But why weren’t they investigated years ago? Because today, the real issue is control of the U.S. Senate and Democrats want to defeat Republicans any way they can. The anti-Trump movement has turned sexual harassment into a political weapon, used only when it benefits them. While calling Moore a “child molester,” Pelosi quickly deflected on the circumstances of two other elected officials accused of predatory sexual harassment. They are Pelosi’s Democratic colleagues — people I know well and have interviewed in the past — Minnesota Senator Al Franken and Michigan Congressman John Conyers. Pelosi claims Franken took responsibility for accusations he sexually molested as many as four women, one during a USO military tour. She insisted Conyers be given “due process,” meaning we should withhold judgment until the facts are addressed in a legal context. Pelosi said the same thing about former President Bill Clinton. She accused Republicans of playing politics with the issue of sexual harassment, which is kind of ironic. The real tragedy here is that when it comes to sexual harassment, victims and accused suspects should be treated by the same standard. While Democrats and some Republicans are screaming for Moore to exit the Alabama Senate race, not one Democrat has demanded that Franken or Conyers resign from office. Just as most Democrats didn’t demand that Clinton resign (he was slapped on his hand with an impeachment), nor did they demand investigations into the four other women who accused Clinton, including the disturbing case of Juanita Broaddrick. Politicians who make excuses for some in their political party while denouncing others solely because they are from another party are really the problem. They enable the continued sexual abuse of women. Sexual harassment is more than just about sex. It’s about the abuse of power. But what it shouldn’t be about is politics. Ray Hanania is an awardwinning columnist, author and former Chicago City Hall reporter. Email him at rghanania@gmail.com.
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Shepard JROTC raises money for hurricane relief By Kelly White
The Shepard High School JROTC students have opened their hearts to hurricane-affected students. Through fundraising efforts, the 110 cadets raised $500 that went directly to benefit Byron Steele High School AFJROTC in Cibolo, Texas, near San Antonio. “It feels good to give back, especially to another cadet corps,” said Andrew Alheim, 18. “They lost everything, and I can’t imagine that happening here. It shows the impact you can have on someone else’s life, even from a distance.” “I enjoyed thinking I was helping the people whose lives were destroyed and help them to start over,” said Katie Beltz, 15, of Worth. Under the guidance of Major Dan Johnson, Senior Aerospace Science Instructor, and Master Sgt. Chris Saberniak, Aerospace Science Instructor, cadets at Shepard brainstormed and organized several fundraising activities that took place during the fall semester, including: a walk-a-thon on 9-11, collecting donations at Shepard’s home football game against Richards on Sept. 8 and collecting donations from other students during school lunch periods. The project sparked entirely from the students because of
the two major hurricanes that affected the Texas area during the month of September, Major Dan Johnson said. “Each year we raise money in conjunction with our 9-11 remembrance,” Johnson said. “This year that coincided with the hurricane news so our cadets came to us and asked if we could designate all of the money we raise for hurricane relief.” Johnson said he was proud and impressed by his cadets. “Through this, they gained the understanding that even a little contribution can have a huge impact,” Johnson said. “They also gained the understanding that physical distance is not a limitation in making a real difference in a crisis. It was a cooperative effort between us and another AFJROTC unit in Texas; in a position to make a direct impact on a third school and unit in the midst of recovery from a devastating loss.” Johnson directly made contact with JROTC units in Texas, being paired eventually with Byron Steele High School AFJROTC. Byron Steele High School’s Air Force JROTC unit facility was flooded with the entire school, and because of this, the school was moved into a nearby elementary school. The JROTC unit lost everything. The Air Force will be replacing the majority of
Pilgrim Faith United Church in OL to host annual Christmas cookie sale The annual Christmas cookie sale will begin at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 at the Pilgrim Faith United Church of Christ, 9411 S. 51st Ave., Oak Lawn.
Evergreen Park United Methodist Women cookie walk, bazaar
The Evergreen Park United Methodist Women will be holding their 27th annual Cookie Walk/Mini-Holiday Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 at the church, 9358 S. Homan Ave. Doors open at 9 a.m. The cookie sale begins at 10 a.m. All Christmas cookies are sold by the pound.
HICKORY HILLS Grand Bingo Night at Krueger Park
Grand Bingo Night will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 at Krueger Park Recreation Center, 9100 S. 88th Ave., Hickory Hills. Prizes will be awarded for each game winner. All participants are guaranteed a prize. The last game will be a “cover all” for a chance to win a grand prize. Each player will create their own bingo card for the grand prize game. Participants must be at least 21 years old. The registration fee is $17 for residents and $18 for non-residents. The fee includes prizes, snacks and refreshments of coffee, pop and water. The dinner is included in the fee. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 598-1233 or visit www.hhparkdistrict.org.
Children can make seasonal centerpieces
The Hickory Hills Park District will sponsor a seasonal centerpieces event for Christmas from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Friday, Dec. 22 at Krueger Park Recreation Center, 9100 S. 88th Ave., Hickory Hills. Supplies will be provided to help create a centerpiece that best fits a particular family. The program is for ages 3 to 6 years old. The registration fee is $11 for residents and $12 for non-residents.
Hickory Hills children can attend Christmas party
The Hickory Hills Park District and the Hickory Hills Community Affairs Commission will sponsor a Children’s Christmas Party beginning at 12:45 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 at the Krueger Park Recreation Center, 9100 S. 88th Ave., Hickory Hills. Children can visit with Santa, listen to a special performance by a violin band, enjoy a holiday show, receive a balloon sculpture, and get their face painted. Each child will receive a holiday candy bag as a parting gift. No registration is necessary. Parents are encouraged to stay. For additional information, call (708) 598-1233. This event is for residents of Hickory Hills only. For more information about special events and programming, call (708) 598-1233 or visit www.hhparkdistrict.org.
New Year’s Eve trip is planned for casino in Battle Creek
The Hickory Hills Park District is hosting a New Year’s Eve trip to the Firekeepers Casino in Battle Creek, Mich. Transportation departs from Krueger Park Recreation Center, 9100 S. 88th Ave., Hickory Hills, at 9 a.m. and returns at 8 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 31. The registration fee is $33 for residents and $38 for non-residents. The fee includes transportation, refreshments on the bus, a $30 free slot play, and $10 for food and beverages. Individuals who plan to attend have to bring a picture ID. Guests are required to be at least 21 years old. To register, call (708) 598-1233 or visit wwwhhparkdistrict.org.
Trip to see singer and comedian at Paramount Theatre
The Hickory Hills Park District is sponsoring a trip to see versatile performer Terry Fator on Saturday, Jan. 20 at the Paramount Theatre in Aurora. Transportation departs from the Krueger Park Recreation Center, 9100 S. 88th Ave., Hickory Hills, at 1:30 p.m. and is scheduled to return at 6:30 p.m. The registration fee is $119 for residents and $124 for non-residents. Fator is a singer, a comedian and ventrilo-
Visitors can select an assortment of home baked Christmas cookies for a $5 a pound donation. The church is also handicapped accessible.
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Shepard High School JROTC members, Trevor Mikos, 17, and Andrew Alheim, 18, took pride in collecting donations for hurricane relief for another JROTC unit in Texas.
their uniforms, which cost about $81,000. However, they are still in need of funds for all of the other accessories. The recipient JROTC unit said they were overwhelmed with joy from Shepard’s fundraising efforts. In an email to Johnson, Colonel Bruce Torgerson, of Byron Steele High School, said, “Please pass on our sincere thank you to you and you cadets. Our cadets were overwhelmed by your generosity with the $500 donation… This money will allow us to replace items not covered by the Air Force or District.” Byron Steele High School is hoping to have the flooding issues resolved and have students again at the school by January, including the JROTC unit, according to Togerson.
Students said they felt they were encouraged by the fact that they were able to work together to make a difference, including Cadet Alayne Trinko. “I was very excited to find out the funds were going to help another AFJROTC unit,” said Trinko, 17, of Palos Heights. “As a cadet here, I know how much these funds mean to the success of a JROTC program. Also, when another cadet corps is in need, or when our fellow Americans are in need, we need to help them. Because that’s what we are all about; having Integrity, serving others before us and having excellence in all we do.” “It was a great reminder of the Air Force core values we are taught, especially service before self,” said Trevor Mikos, 17. “It is a great character lesson for us.”
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quist. He also does celebrity impressions. To register for this event, call (708) 598-1233 or visit www.hhparkdistrict.org.
Hickory Hills Park District plans trip to see ‘Elf: The Musical’
The Hickory Hills Park District is sponsoring a trip to see “Elf: The Musical” on Thursday, Dec. 21. Transportation will be provided from the Krueger Park Recreation Center, 9100 S. 88th Ave., Hickory Hills, beginning at 10 a.m. The scheduled return is at 5:15 p.m. Kids under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The registration fee is $75 for residents and $80 for non-residents. More information about special events and programming can be obtained by calling (708) 598-1233 or visit www.hparkdistrict.org.
OAK LAWN Musichorale Choir to perform Christmas concert
The Pryme Tymers, a local senior organization, has invited the Musichorale Choir to perform at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 14 at Trinity Covenant Church, 9230 S. Pulaski Road, Oak Lawn. Musichorale will hold a Christmas concert. At noon, a catered ham lunch will be served. The fee for the luncheon is $7. Reservations are required. More information can be obtained by calling the church office, (708) 422-5111, or Tom Panush, (708) 636-7548. Non-perishable goods will also be collected for the Blue Island Salvation Army Food Pantry.
First United Methodist to hold ‘Cookie Bonanza’
The United Methodist Women of First United Methodist Church of Oak Lawn are holding their “Cookie Bonanza” from 9 a.m. until they sell out Saturday, Dec. 2 at the church, 10001 S. Central Ave. Homemade holiday cookies are $10 a pound. A mini-bazaar will also be offered. Proceeds support missions. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 423-1170.
Support group assists friends and family affected by gambling
Gam-Anon, an anonymous fellowship for spouses, adult children, family and friends whose lives have been affected by someone with a gambling problem, will meet at 7:30 p.m. every Monday at the Cardiff Center at St. Linus Parish, 10300 S. Lawler Ave., Oak Lawn For more Information, call the 24-hour hotline at (708) 802-0105, or visit the website at www.gamanonchicago.org.
Oak Lawn Park District to host holiday trip to Lambs Farm
The Oak Lawn Park District will host a trip to Lambs Farm Holiday Lights, Gift and Craft Fair Friday, Dec. 1. Transportation will be provided at 10 a.m. at the Oak View Center, 4625 W. 110th St., Oak Lawn. The scheduled return will be at about 5:30 p.m. The fair offers more than 500 booths from exhibitors all over the country. Participants are welcome to bring a bag lunch or to purchase lunch on their own. Guests should wear comfortable shoes The registration fee is $35 for residents and $45 for nonresidents. For more information or to register, call (708) 857-2200.
Christmas Craft Workshop to be held for parents, kids
The annual Christmas Craft Workshop will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3 for children and their parents or grandparents at Pilgrim Faith United Church of Christ, 9411 S. 51st Ave., Oak Lawn. The event begins with Christmas carols and the lighting of the Christmas tree. Children can make a variety of Christmas crafts, including their own edible graham cracker house. The donation per craft ranges from free to $1 each. The church is handicapped accessible. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-4200.
Snowman Four-Person Golf Scramble at Stony Creek
The Oak Lawn Park District Snowman FourPerson Golf Scramble will be held Sunday, Dec. 3 at the Stony Creek Golf Course, 5850 W. 103rd St. The shotgun start begins at 9 a.m. The fee is $45 per player and covers green fee, cart fee, lunch, and prizes. Participants are required bring warm clothing. For more information or to register, call (708) 857-2433.
Oak Lawn film group to view and discuss ‘The Virgin Suicides’
CineVerse, the Oak Lawn Park District’s weekly film discussion group open to anyone age 17 and older, will screen and discuss the 1999 film “The Virgin Suicides” from 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6 at the Oak View Community Center, 4625 W. 110th St., Oak Lawn. Members should check the building signage for the correct room number. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 529-9028 or visit cineversegroup.blogspot.com.
Carolyn G. Barry (nee Pembor), 69, a Palos Hills resident, died Nov. 18 at Palos Hospital. Mrs. Barry, a 1966 graduate of Richards High School in Oak Lawn, worked as an administrative assistant at PepsiCo for 44 years. She was a longtime member of Darius-Girenas American Legion Post 271 Ladies Auxiliary. She is survived by sister-in-law, Pat Mroz; brother-in-law, Bob Mroz; longtime friend, Karen Raudonis; many nieces and nephews; and relatives and friends. Services were private. Arrangements were made by Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home.
Antoinette Brudnicki Antoinette C. Brudnicki (nee Vertelko), 93, a Chicago Ridge resident, died Nov. 14 at Advocate Christ Medical Center. Mrs. Brudnicki was a homemaker. Survivors include daughters, Stephanie Allen and Kathryne Bulat; and six grandchildren. Services were Nov. 21 at Schmaedeke Funeral Home. Interment was private.
Frank DiCristina Frank N. DiCristina, 86, a former Palos Hills resident, died Nov. 24. Mr. DiCristina, a U.S. Army Korean War veteran, was the owner and operator of the Southwest Ice Arena in Crestwood since 1974. Survivors include daughters, Debra Pearl and Jennie Buhs; son, Frank DiCristina; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many cousins. Services were Tuesday from Becvar & Son Funeral Home to Our Lady of the Woods Church. Entombment took place at Good Shepherd Cemetery in Orland Park.
Guy Norman Guy R. Norman, 68, an Oak Lawn resident, died Nov. 11 at Hines Veterans Administration Hospital. Mr. Norman, a U.S. Navy veteran, worked as an estimator for a construction company. Survivors include daughters, Marianne Cisneros, Dianne Cravens and Louise Cravens; and sons, Paul, Guy Jr. and Michael. Services were private. Arrangements were made Schmaedeke Funeral Home.
Richard Pollack Richard J. Pollack, 77, a Worth resident, died Nov. 20 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice. Mr. Pollack was a retired iron worker. He was a volunteer firefighter for the Worth Fire Department. He was also a member of the American Lawmen Motorcycle Club in Alsip and the Riggers Local 136. Survivors include daughters, Donna, Kim and Colleen Pollack; sons, Donald, Rich and David; and many grandchildren. Services were Saturday at Schmaedeke Funeral Home. Interment followed at Holy Cross Cemetery.
Holly Days figure skating to be held at Oak Lawn Ice Arena
The Oak Lawn Ice Arena Holly Days will be held from 1:30 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 at the arena, 9320 S. Kenton Ave. Ice skaters, ages 3 and up, will perform to their favorite holiday songs at the figure skating exhibition. The event is free to attend. Free popcorn and a drink will be provided at the concession stand. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 857-5173.
Skate with Santa at Oak Lawn Ice Arena
The Oak Lawn Park District will sponsor a Santa Family Fun event from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17 at the Oak Lawn Ice Arena, 9320 S. Kenton Ave. Skaters can visit Santa on and off the ice while a DJ provides holiday music selections. Goodie bags will be available and raffles will be held. Admission is $7 and skate rental is $3. Concessions will be available. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 857-5173.
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The City of Palos Hills Resource and Recreation Department will host an evening with Santa at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14 at the Community Activity Center, 8455 W. 103rd St. The evening includes a hot dog dinner, a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and entertainment. The department will be hosting a breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 16 at the Palos Hills Golf Course, 7301 W. 105th St. The event will include a breakfast, a visit with Santa, and entertainment. More information about the events can be obtained by calling (708) 430-4500.
WORTH Marrs-Meyer AL Auxiliary collects toys for annual Christmas Baskets fundraiser
The Marrs-Meyer American Legion Auxiliary Unit 991 will be collecting new, unwrapped toys, school supplies and backpacks to be distributed to the less fortunate children in the Village of Worth during the Christmas Baskets event coming up on Dec.17. Residents may drop off toy donations at the post, 11001 S. Depot St., Worth, during open house hours before Tuesday, Dec. 12. Visitors can drop off the toys in a collection box inside the bar area. Monetary donations are also needed because of the expenses of planning the fundraiser. Residents who would like to help can send donations to: Marrs-Meyer Auxiliary 991 Baskets and mail to Marrs-Meyer Auxiliary 991, Attn: Baskets, 11001 S. Depot St., Worth, IL 60482.
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Flirty Lashes and Spa in Oak Lawn readies for its grand opening
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lirty Lashes and Spa will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting from 4:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5 at 4619 W. 103rd St. in Oak Lawn. The shop specializes in eyelash extensions. Brenda Sylvester is the new owner. For more information, call (708) 581-3924.
Grand opening for Providence Bank
Providence Bank & Trust held its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on Nov. 15 at its new home at 10419 S. Cicero Ave. in Oak Lawn.
New Dunkin’ Donuts/Baskin Robbins coming to Bridgeview
A combination Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin Robbins will be leaving its longtime home at a strip center at 79th Street and Roberts Road in Justice for a freestanding building a block away in neighboring Bridgeview. On Nov. 15, the Bridgeview Village Board approved the construction application for the new building. According to the architect Peter Paraskis, “The new building will have a drive through, which was a huge factor in deciding to relocate and build in Bridgeview. The current store in Justice just doesn’t meet the needs of the grow-
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marketing and sales, to review the numerous plans that have been presented to the city. The ordinance was approved after a delay due to zoning issues, water supply and sewage discharge limitations and traffic flow regulations. Surrounded by residential neighborhoods, the Sabre Woods property is about 30 acres, anchoring the city’s west edge along 95th Street. The master plan capitalizes on the rolling land contours and the elevated views. The natural resources are abundant, including wetlands and woodlands that will be carefully interconnected with the new building areas, according to the developers. “We want to move forward with development on this site, but we want to abide by what our zoning board has recommended,” Howley said at the time.
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family of Evergreen Park. “This was our 2-year-old son Noah’s very first professional holiday photos,” Courtney Beninato said. “Last year, I took the photos at home. With having them done professionally this year, we weren’t sure what to expect, but Noah had the time to play around in the room and really enjoy himself. We were able to relax and take our time and capture some wonderful memories.” The Foley family of Evergreen Park agreed. “Last year, we took our holiday photo at the mall like how we use to when our two daughters were much younger,” Kim Foley said. “This year, we decided to do something different and we love the results.” “This is definitely less cheesy than having your picture taken with Santa at the mall,” Amelia Foley, 18, joked. The next photo sessions will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. The fee is $25 for the 20-minute photo session. Along with the families, pets were included in some of the photos. All proceeds go directly to the Evergreen Park Library Foundation. The foundation, a 501(c)3 charitable organization, raises money for library services, programs, and capital projects that the library could not otherwise afford. Examples include the reading room with a fireplace, the free community-wide summer reading program, the 75- gallon freshwater aquarium in the children’s department and the homebound reading program, which ensures that the residents unable to leave their home can still have access to the library by having books shipped to their house. “It’s important to give back, Evergreen Park has been good to me,” said Parker, an Evergreen Park resident. “This is my community and I take pride in that. I’m honored to use my talent to help the library provide additional programing to its patrons.” The first session with Parker on Sunday sold out within one day
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The Burger King restaurant at 95th Street and Roberts Road in the Hickory Palos Shopping Center in Hickory Hills is temporarily closed while workers perform an extensive remodeling of the fast food eatery.
ing business and change in customer habits. There was a need for our building and location to respond to the changing economy.” Also included in the two-story building will be the administrative offices of the group, which owns multiple Dunkin’ Donut locations. The site had previously housed a car repair and used car sales lot. Removal of the old building has already been completed. A new fence, rodent abatement program and noise were included in the village board’s approval. Bridgeview Mayor Steven Landek said, “We will be pleased to welcome a new business to our community, but we have to work closely with the residents who are neighbors to this business area. Everyone has to win with this new development.” The new building is expected to be completed in the spring of 2018.
Emilio’s Philly Cheesesteak grand opening
Emilio’s Philly Cheesesteak has moved from
In reviewing the document that Howley had distributed, both council members and staff raised a number of questions and concerns on density levels, setbacks and width of streets proposed. Howley met with the developers last week to go over some of the issues. The Hickory Hills mayor said the developers have to come to agreements with the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District regarding retention ponds and water flow. Other issues ranging from electrical and street renovations have to be made. “They need to just get certain services developed,” Howley said. “We have residential agreements for six to eight single-family homes. Any other residential use after that is for ages 55 and over. We just don’t want to put more burden on our school districts. They have a lot of kids going to these schools now and we have to think about them.” Along with Schools Districts 117 and 230, Howley said that 70 to 75 percent of all real estate has to
through the help of social media, according to Seidl. Parker launched her photography business, Claudia Parker Portraits (http://www.claudiaparkerportraits.com), this past June. Prior to her work now, she was a columnist for The Reporter newspaper and served as the communications director and school district photographer for District 124. She is also an author who published, “Becoming a Mother While Losing My Own”, in 2012. “Photography has been a lifelong passion of mine,” Parker said. The same passion also drives Evergreen Park native Hoskins, a professional photographer for over 15 years. She has worked for the past five years with Bella Baby Photography and since 2000 as a photographer for BNHoskins. Parker and Hoskins were able to take their passion and turn it into holiday cheer for local area families. The idea was sparked about six years ago when a local resident asked if she could take pictures of her two children in the library’s reading room. Seidl took the idea to the community by contacting photographers to take families’ photos for them in the same room. In the beginning, the photographers were members of the library staff. Volunteer professional photographers later began to offer their time. The fundraiser has been a continued success, growing in popularity every year and bringing in more families to the library, Seidl said. “I love the variety of people who come in for the portraits,” Seidl said. “Some are young couples; some senior couples. (And there are) many families with small children and even pets are allowed.” Taking photos with their two 10-year-old dogs, Misty, a Blue Marrow Collie, and Zoey, a Doberman, for the first time were Paul and Gayle Djikas, of Evergreen Park. “I really appreciate how much time was spent on the photos,” Gayle Dijkas said. “There was no pressure, and we didn’t feel rushed at all. We would definitely come back again next year.”
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its longtime home in Elmhurst to 14600 S. LaGrange Road in Orland Park. It was formerly Gig’s Sammiches. The eatery opened earlier this year, but will hold its grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7. Besides cheesesteak sandwiches, Emilio’s offers burgers, hot dogs, gyros, and salads. Hours are from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. The restaurant offers dine-in, take out and catering as well as delivery. For more information, call (630 941-3100.
Elwood Alehouse closes in Frankfort Elwood Alehouse, which evolved from an Always Open convenience store and a Build A Bun sandwich shop into a sit down restaurant, closed Nov. 1 in downtown Frankfort. If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line at bobbong@hotmail.com. be set aside for senior housing, according to the agreement. “They are moving forward,” Howley said about the developers. “They have to contact the MWRD and the Army Corps of Engineers. There is still a lot of planning ahead.” Former Ald. Tom McAvoy added that plans have to be made because of the terrain. “What a lot of people don’t realize is that this is not flat land,” said McAvoy. “There are a lot of hills and variations along this property. Water lines and drainage have to be considered. They also have to apply for city permits. Everyone is anxious, but it takes time.” Howley believes once the paperwork is done, the actual plans can begin. “They have been working hard to get this done,” Howley said. “They are in earnest in providing senior housing. They reached out to us and we will get it done.”
Patriotic pledge Laura Grachan, principal at Finley Junior High School, is joined by students as they recite the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of the Veterans Day ceremony held Nov. 10 at the Chicago Ridge school. Photo by Joe Boyle
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Talib was shot multiple times at his home by an unknown assailant about 5 p.m. Nov. 20. The shooter escaped in a car, and Talib was taken by ambulance to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he died about an hour later. His death was ruled a homicide by the Cook County Medical Examiner’s office, the first in Palos Heights in several decades. “We’re making some very good progress on the investigation,” said Palos Heights Deputy Chief Bill Czajkowski. He said
that while the shooting in Evergreen Park is related to the murder in Palos Heights, Stevenson is not suspected of involvement in the original homicide. “It is all part of an ongoing dispute,” he said. “There are people of interest who have been identified, but it is too early to say more than that,” said Czajkowski. “The video evidence we received from neighbors’ surveillance cameras, as well as from red-light cameras, was very helpful,” he said. The South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force and Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office are assisting with the investigation.
o help achieve your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you should save and invest regularly. But that’s only part of the picture. You also need to protect your financial assets in various ways. One such method is guarding your personal information — especially any information that could be linked to your financial accounts. It’s obviously important to be vigilant at any time, but you need to be even more on your toes during the holiday season, when fraudScott sters are particularly active. So, to help keep your Johnson important data under wraps during the holidays, consider these suggestions: • Extend your protection to all mobile devices. Identity thieves can now compromise your mobile devices by installing spyware that steals usernames, passwords and credit card information. Fortunately, you can fight back. By doing a little research online, you can find the best mobile security software for your needs. • Use multiple passwords. Online security specialists recommend that you use different passwords for each new online shopping site you visit during the holiday season. Although this might seem like a hassle, it can be helpful, because even if identity thieves were to grab one of your new passwords, they still couldn’t use it for other sites you may visit. And you can even find a free online program that can help you keep track of all your passwords. • Be suspicious of “huge savings.” It happens every holiday season — identity thieves develop fake sites with attractive graphics and stunningly low prices on a variety of items, especially digital devices. If you fall for these pitches, you won’t get any merchandise, but you might get a handful of headaches once the bad guys have your credit card number and other personal information. To prevent this, be wary of any deal that sounds too good to be true, and do some digging on the websites that offer these mega-savings. • Watch for fake shipping notices. During the holidays, when you may do a lot of online shopping, you will probably receive some legitimate shipping notices. But the bad guys have gotten pretty good at generating fake notices designed to resemble those from UPS, FedEx and even the U.S. Postal Service. If you were to click on the link provided by one of these bogus notices, you could either take on some malware or get taken to a “phishing” website created by the shipping notice forgers. Your best defense: Only shop with legitimate merchants and only use the tracking numbers given to you in the email you received immediately after making your purchases. • Keep your Social Security number to yourself. As a general rule, don’t give out your Social Security number online — to anyone. No legitimate retailer needs this number. Finally, be aware that not all attempts at stealing your personal information will come online. When you’re out shopping at oldfashioned, brick-and-mortar stores, consider bringing just one credit card with you — and protect that card from prying eyes. By following these precautions, you should be able to greatly reduce the risk of being victimized by identity thieves and other miscreants. And the more comfortable you are in doing your holiday shopping, the more you can enjoy the season. Scott Johnson, CFP, is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, (708) 974-1965. Edward Jones does not provide legal advice. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones financial advisor.
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 Reporter Newspaper does not attempt to correct errors made by that office.
Chicago Ridge Wisniewski Chester T Trto Azer Fadel, 7017 W 99th St, $420,000.00; Judicial Sales Corp to Element Inv Corp, 9645 S Harlem Ave, Unit #1F, $68,500.00; Zdeb Katherine to Naglak Elzbieta, 10636 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit #106363A, $92,000.00; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Schmit Christopher L, 10930 S Central Ave, Unit #1A, $88,000.00.
Evergreen Park Labianca Dorothy A Tr to Griffin Terrence L, 10005 S Utica Ave, $165,000.00; Mack Loc 1 Llc to Delta Real Estate Investments Llc, 9208 S Sawyer Ave, $100,000.00; Clausius Deborah to Cook Jacqueline, 9648 S Utica Ave, $218,000.00; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Harris Charles, 9424 S Harding Ave, $210,000.00.
Hickory Hills First Hickory Prop Llc to Z & R Prop 6C, 9831 S 78th Ave, $990,000.00; Judycki Linda M to Houmaidi Ahmed El, 8610 W 95th St, Unit #1A3, $98,000.00; Lakeview Loan Servicing Llc to Ociesielska Erwina, 8942 Sandra Ln, $187,000.00.
Oak Lawn Hogate Tracy E to Martinez Carlos,
6316 W 94th St, $208,000.00; Sielaff Sandra M to Zipper Hallie L, 9718 51st Ave, $165,000.00; Sdl Ventures & Mgmt Llc to Stst Dev Llc, 6830 W 95th St, $210,000.00; Mohr Robert J Ind Extr to Lysek Kyle D, 8940 Sproat Ave, $188,000.00; Downey David Tr to Graves Trent, 4913 109th St, Unit #14103, $70,000.00; Conroy Tracie M Tr to Garcia Estella B, 8921 51st Ave, $140,000.00; Tanaka Investment to Engelhardt Richard, 6135 W 94th St, Unit #A1, $55,500.00; Judicial Sales Corp to Theo Inv Llc, 10309 S Circle Dr, Unt #301, $43,000.00; Warner A Cruz Llc to Burns Steven, 10816 Lacrosse Ave, $263,000.00; Lasko Victor R to Lambert Michael J, 4625 99th Pl, $275,500.00; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Zaborski Andrew, 9535 S Kostner Ave, $166,000.00; Miles & Walsh Cap Llc to Filipiak Bradley, 5016 107th St, $265,000.00; Reedy Edward C to Humble Freda H, 4016 100th St, $215,000.00; Anderson Carol A Extr to Hamlin Grp Inc, 8716 Mobile Ave, Unit #8716A, $53,500.00; Major Mary Ann to Noell Michael J, 9637 S Keeler Ave, Unit #1F, $116,000.00; Marquette Bk Tr to Perez Marcia Hawkins, 10418 S Komensky Ave, Unit #1S, $72,000.00; First Secure B&T Co Tr to Cortez Alberto, 8823 Meade Ave, $250,000.00; First Midwest Bank Tr to Sturgeon John M, 9633 Menard Ave, $170,000.00.
Palos Hills Danza Anthony P to Recek Rita A
Tr, 8244 Chestnut Dr, Unit #38B, $130,000.00; Labrow Richard to Abdallah Layla, 8748 W 98th St, $370,000.00; Stasiak Stella to Ramanauskas Vaidotas, 9135 Del Prado Dr, unit #91352S, $179,000.00; Sypniewski Robert J Tr to Marrotta Ryan M, 31 Cour Deauville, $122,000.00.
Worth Van Der Velde Ronald B to Melecio Gustavo Jr, 11530 S Ridgeland Ave, $133,000.00; Soukup Jennifer to Pagana Shankara Kay, 7006 W 115th St, $215,000.00; Brody Sharon to Staszel Wojciech, 11217 S Normandy Ave, $65,000.00.
Mortgage Rates Around the Area First Midwest Bank (as of November 27) 30-year fixed 15-year fixed 30-year fixed Jumbo
RATES 4.000 3.375 4.125
United Trust Bank (as of November 20) 30-year fixed 15-year fixed 10-year fixed
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Prospect Savings Bank (as of November 28) 30-year fixed 20-year fixed 15-year fixed
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CNB Bank & Trust, N.A. (as of November 27) 30-year fixed 20-year fixed 15-year fixed
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The Reporter
Thursday, November 30, 2017
SW Suburban Widows and Widowers club to meet The Southwest Suburban Widows and Widowers Social Club will hold their next meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1 at Zion Lutheran Church, 17100 S. 69th Ave., Tinley Park. Beverages and snacks will be served at the meeting. Entertainment is provided at most of the monthly meetings. The club offers support to the widowed of
all faiths and ages. Along with the general meetings, the club offers organized restaurant outings, dances, trips and theater events. Interaction meetings are also offered along with newcomers get acquainted sessions. More information can be obtained by calling Danell Chmura, (630) 728-9368, or Bill Dolehide, (708) 342-6820.
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is Hereby Given that on 1-14-18, a sale will be held at Mazon Auto Works at 501 East Street, Mazon, Il. 60444, 815-448-2122, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. DANIEL R. ATTAWAY & KARISSA BERNAL
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
CHICAGO RIDGE Color therapy
Sessions in color therapy will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 5 and 12, at the Chicago Ridge Library, 10400 S. Oxford Ave. Studies have shown that creative activities can help calm the mind. Participants can stop by and take part in a free hour and enjoy the benefits of creative activities. Guests will be provided with pages, colored pencils, markers and refreshments. To sign up for the free program call (708) 4237753 or visit the website at www. chicagoridgelibrary.org.
Job search lessons
1987 CHEVROLET Vin# 1GCGR24K7HJ163665 Lien Amount: $2,666.78
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is Hereby Given that on 1-14-18, a sale will be held at I-57 Truck & Trailer Service at 2935 Festival Drive, Kankakee, Il. 60901, 815-932-9043, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. MARO ALLEN ENTERPRISES, INC. & CLIFTON MARKS
“Best Practices for Interviewing and Job Search” will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 at the Chicago Ridge Library. Patrons can learn new methods for tapping into the hidden job market. The program will teach participants on how to present skills to any employer and how to utilize the STAR method while answering difficult interviewing questions. To register for the free program, call (708) 423-7753 or visit the website at www.chicagoridgelibrary.org.
Chair yoga lesson
2012 FREIGHTLINER Vin# 1FUJGLDR8ASAS0198 Lien Amount: $2,339.51
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is Hereby Given that on 1-14-18, a sale will be held at Firestone Roselle Car Care at 1070 W. Lake Street, Roselle Il. 60172, 630-893-3100, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. TIMOTHY WRIGHT 2006 CADILLAC Vin# 1G6KD57Y76U165554
Chair Yoga will be offered from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14 at the Chicago Ridge Library. Participants can practice yoga while seated in a chair. Certified yoga instructor Joan Zigulich will guide participants in this practice that is designed for all skill levels. The focus will be on simple movements designed to stretch and strengthen the whole body. The program is ideal for office workers or individuals who are concerned about getting down on the floor. For more information or to register, call the library, (708) 423-7753, or visit the website at www.chicago-
Lien Amount: $3,925.19
ridgelibrary.org to sign up for this free program.
a blood drive are in need of donations. Donors are required to be at least 16 years old. For more information about this and other adult programs, call (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
Bingo at library
Bingo is being offered for ages 18 and up from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19 at the Chicago Ridge Library. Prizes will be awarded to the game winners. For more information, call (708) 423-7753 or visit the website at www.chicagoridgelibrary.org to sign up for this free program.
Holiday tea for book lovers
Readers are invited to a tea party to wrap up the fall book discussions at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 at the Oak Lawn Library. Guests will meet with discussion leaders, learn about OLPL’s book groups, and hear what is ahead for the winter months. Patrons who did not attend earlier sessions are invited to the tea party to learn more and see if they would like to participate in the future. For more information about this and other adult programs, call (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
OAK LAWN
Volunteer to work in the Friends Bookstore
The Friends of the Oak Lawn Library is accepting applications for bookstore volunteers, which consists of sorting book donations and stocking the store. One fourhour shift per week is required. Volunteer forms are available at the customer services desk on the first floor of the library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. For more information, call Carole Onwiler at (708) 422-8646.
PALOS HILLS
Notice is Hereby Given that on 1-14-18, a sale will be held at Trino’s Auto Body Repair at 14354 S. Wood Street, Dixmoor, Il. 60426, 708-389-3113, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. WILLIAM P. MARTIN, ELIZABETH MARTIN & ANTHONY MARTIN 2000 CADILLAC
skills by reading to therapy dogs will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 4 at Green Hills Library, 10331 S. Interlochen Drive, Palos Hills. When participants complete their book, they will have their photos taken and the pictures will be hung up in the library. Registration is limited to 30. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org.
Teens will wrap gifts at Oak Lawn Library
Teen helpers will be on hand to assist patrons who have little time or energy to wrap holiday gifts from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. beginning Saturday, Dec. 2 on the second floor of the Oak Lawn Library. Gifts can also be wrapped from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 9, 16 and 23. Wrapping paper and supplies will be provided. More information about this and other adult programs can call the library, (708) 422-4990, or visit www.olpl.org
Bingo Night will be held at Green Hills Library
Bingo Night will be held for family, friends and neighbors beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5 at the Green Hills Library. Winners will receive gift cards and other prizes. Refreshments will be served. Registration is limited to 80. The event is for adults only. Register online at greenhillslibrary. org.
Blood drive at library
Residents can donate blood during the holiday season from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Oak Lawn Library. Heartland Blood Centers is sponsoring
Lien Amount: $2,069.47
Lego Club
The next session of the Lego Club will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Green Hills Library. The program is for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Library staff members will supply the Legos while children will provide the imagination Register online at greenhillslibrary.org.
“Spider-Man: Homecoming” is the next Pizza and Movie Night feature to be shown at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Green Hills Library. Registration is not necessary to see the PG-13-rated film for kids ages 10 to 17. The free presentation is limited to the first 30 who arrive. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org.
Movie posters will be on display
Patrons can view an array of full-sized movie posters from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 at the Green Hills Library. A short and matching activity will be held for all ages. The activity consists of matching several descriptions to movie posters on display. One lucky participant with all correct responses will win a $30 Visa gift card.
The staff at St. Catherine of Alexandria Elementary School in Oak Lawn invited veterans to the school Mass on Nov. 10. The veterans received the blessing during the Mass and were invited to a reception following the service. Army Lt. Anne McEldowney (back row, center) joined her nieces and nephews at the Mass. She is in the Army Corps of Engineers. She is stationed at Fort Drum in upstate New York and was able to attend the Mass because she had a long weekend. She is being deployed to Iraq in January.
LEGAL NOTICE
Supplied photo
ANNUAL STATEMENT OF AFFAIRS SUMMARY FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2017 Copies of the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2017 will be available for public inspection in the school district/joint agreement administrative office by December 1, annually. Individuals wanting to review this Annual Statement of Affairs should contact: 4625 West 107th Street, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Address
In introduction to Facebook class will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6 at the Green Hills Library. Topics will include signing up, finding friends, posting and privacy. Basic computer skills and an email address are required for this class. Registration is limited to 10. The class is for adults only. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org.
Veterans saluted at St. Catherine Mass
Notice is Hereby Given that on 12-30-17, a sale will be held at Ohare Kars, Inc. at 31 W. 450 Spaulding Road, Elgin, Il. 60120, 847-608-4700, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. IZABELA MALARZ 2015 NISSAN Vin# 3N1AB7AP4FY303187 Lien Amount: $10,625.00
Vin# 1G6KD54Y3YU238944
Introduction to Facebook class
‘Spider-Man: Homecoming” is next Pizza and Read to the dogs Patrons can sharpen reading Movie Night feature
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Moraine Area Career System School District/Joint Agreement Name
9
(708) 422-6230 Telephone
7:00 am - 3:00 pm Office Hours
Also by January 15, 2018 annually the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2017, will be posted on the Illinois State Board of Education's website@ www.isbe.net. SUMMARY: The following is the Annual Statement of Affairs Summary that is required to be published by the school district/joint agreement for the past fiscal year. Statement of Operations as of June 30, 2017 Local Sources: Educational 34,960 State Sources: Educational 629,910 Federal Sources: Educational 735,973 Total Direct Receipts/Revenues: Educational 1,400,843 Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures: Educational 1,400,843 Ending Fund Balances June 30, 2017: Educational 0.00 GROSS PAYMENT FOR CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL Salary Range: 60,000 - $89,999 Canna, Debbie GROSS PAYMENT FOR NON-CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 Cognetti, Michelle Salary Range: $60,000 - $89,999 Kendryna, Suzanne Payments over $2,500, excluding wages and salaries: American Express 6,079.02; Argo Community High School D217 127,063.39; Community High School District 218 625,110.76; Consolidated H.S.District 230 293,775.00; District #109 2,747.00; District #111 3,333.00; District #117 3,033.00; District #123 3,056.00; District #130 3,374.00; District #135 4,799.00; District #140 3,425.00; Evergreen Park Comm. High School D 231 47,261.00; Logicalis 3,645.00; Mynda Tracy 3,650.00; Oak Lawn Comm. High School D229 124,803.00; Reavis High School D220 100,732.56; Worth Township Trustees Of Schools 3,350.00; Xerox Corporation 3,806.59
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Notice is Hereby Given that on 12-30-17, a sale will be held at A & Zee Auto Repair, Inc. at 3525 N. Harlem Avenue, Chicago, Il. 60634, 773-283-9778, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice.
Notice is Hereby Given that on 12-30-17, a sale will be held at Bettenhausen Fiat of Tinley Park at 17514 S. Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, Il. 60477, 708-532-9600, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice.
Notice is Hereby Given that on 12-30-17, a sale will be held at Rogers Park Auto Body Shop at 6828 N. Clark Street, Chicago, Il. 60626, 773-274-9900, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice.
SASAN MOHAMMADNEJAD DARYASARI & PATRICK PHILIPPS 2002 HYUNDAI Vin# KMHWF25S02A574153 Lien Amount: $2,150.00
JOSE L. RIOS 2015 NISSAN Vin# 1N4AL3AP5FN306721 Lien Amount: $7,598.96
PAVLO CHERYAVSKYY 2002 NISSAN Vin# 5N1ED28Y12C578685 Lien Amount: $3,420.51
LEGAL NOTICE
ANNUAL STATEMENT OF AFFAIRS SUMMARY FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2017
Copies of the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2017 will be available for public inspection in the school district/joint agreement administrative office by December 1, annually. Individuals wanting to review this Annual Statement of Affairs should contact:
Notice of Proposed Property Tax Levy for Chicago Ridge Public School District 127.5
Worth School District 127 School District/Joint Agreement Name
11218 S. Ridgeland Ave., Worth, IL 60482 Address
708) 448-2800 Telephone
Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Office Hours
Also by January 15, annually the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2017, will be posted on the Illinois State Board of Education's website@ www.isbe.net. SUMMARY: The following is the Annual Statement of Affairs Summary that is required to be published by the school district/joint agreement for the past fiscal year. Statement of Operations as of June 30, 2017
I.
A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy for Chicago Ridge Public School District No. 127.5 at Cook County Illinois for 2017 will be held on December 12, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. at Ridge Lawn School , 5757 W. 105th Street, Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing district may contact Mrs. Sue Liston, Interim Business Manager/CSBO, at the District Administrative Center at 6135 West 108th Street, Chicago Ridge, Illinois (telephone 708/6362000).
II.
The corporate and special purpose property taxes extended or abated for 2016 were $6,264,390. The proposed corporate and special purpose property taxes to be levied for 2017 are $ 6,445,942 . This represents a 2.9% increase over the previous year.
III.
The property taxes extended for debt service and public building commission leases for 2016 were $ 871,710 . The estimated property taxes to be levied for debt service and public building commission leases for 2017 are $830,875. This represents a 4.68% decrease from the previous year.
IV.
The total property taxes extended or abated for 2016 were $7,136,280 . The estimated total property taxes to be levied for 2017 are $7,276,817 This represents a .20% increase over the previous year. Mr. Thomas M. Kucharski, President Board of Education
Educational
Operations & Maintenance
Debt Services
Local Sources
1000
Flow-Through Receipts/Revenues from One District to Another District State Sources
2000 3000
3,353,205
1,202,132
Federal Sources
4000
937,807
0
10,241,773
2,144,928
543,899
10,219,152
3,082,037
31,850
2,000,000
6,545,964
1,554,277 0
0
6,600,435
2,617,168
279,927
Total Direct Receipts/Revenues Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures Other Sources/Uses of Funds Beginning Fund Balances - July 1, 2016
5,950,761
543,899
Capital Projects
2,262,924
390,054
0
0
0
75,974
0
0
Working Cash
Fire Prevention & Safety
Tort
0
89,866
173,827
151,607
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2,338,898
390,054
0
89,866
173,827
151,607
700,800
334,383
351,028
0
464,839
0
(3,750)
(2,011,400)
(4,700)
0
(12,000)
0
0
440,578
305,990
991,926
0
1,424,274
533,821
393,966
0
0
0
0
0
0
299,105
1,026,252
0
1,502,140
242,809
545,573
0
Other Changes in Fund Balances Ending Fund Balances June 30, 2017
942,796
Municipal Retirement/Social Security
Transportation
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Gryfakis, Irene E; Hogan, Deborah Charlene Kiaulakis,George; Deborah; Kiaulakis, Matthew R; Kiebles, Gina Lumani, Nancy Carthy, Margaret A; Benson, Nancy; Burns, DevlanA; A;Kats, Burns, Vida L;L; Carabetsos, Costello, Stacey A; Dvorchak, David V;D;Egan, JanetFljuturime; M; Engel, Mc Jill; Cabe, Farrell, OliveA; M;Mc Gonciarz, Wendy; Mc Shane,Irene Ranae; Mcnulty, Carol; A; Miller, A; Murdock, Philander; Murrar, Najat;Matthew Perez, Ubaldo Sr; Polak, C; Quinn, Mary E;Mc Roti, Alicia J; Ruane, L; Keri A; Gryfakis, E; Hogan, Deborah Kats,Glenn Charlene L; Kiaulakis, Deborah; Kiaulakis, R; Kiebles, GinaFrank D; Lumani, Fljuturime; Cabe, Nancy A; McPaula Carthy, Soldan, Cari; Zolnik,Ranae; Ewa Mcnulty, Carol; Miller, Glenn A; Murdock, Philander; Murrar, Najat; Perez, Ubaldo Sr; Polak, Frank C; Quinn, Mary E; Roti, Alicia J; Ruane, Paula L; Wendy; Mc Shane, Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 Allen, Gerald J; Brannon, Darlene E; Ephraim, Pamela M; Falls, Anita; Karim, Bahira; Kasper, Barbara M; Kats, Christina L; Mc Queary, Diane Soldan, Cari; Zolnik, Ewa C; Strutzenberg, Donna M; Tyree, Allen, JoanneGerald M; Wilson, Catherine M; Witt, Jennifer Pamela T Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 J; Brannon, Darlene E; Ephraim, M; Falls, Anita; Karim, Bahira; Kasper, Barbara M; Kats, Christina L; Mc Queary, Diane Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 Consuelo; Burnickas,M; Linda; C; Strutzenberg, Donna M; Tyree, Alvarez, Joanne M; Wilson, Catherine Witt,Castanon, Jennifer THelen M; Kroll, Bonnie J; Krutilla, Joseph J; Moore, Mary E; Morrone, Christine; Nichols, Kurt J; O'Connell, Barbara J; Venegas, Michael; Weinert, Donna M Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 Alvarez, Consuelo; Burnickas, Linda; Castanon, Helen M; Kroll, Bonnie J; Krutilla, Joseph J; Moore, Mary E; Morrone, Christine; Nichols, Salary Range: $60,000 andJ; over Jeffers, RobertWeinert, E ; Krutilla, Thomas Kurt J; O'Connell, Barbara Venegas, Michael; Donna M E; Miller, Brenda J; Moyer, Robert; Tamkus, Scott Salary Range: $60,000 and over Jeffers, Robert E ; Krutilla, Thomas E; Miller, Brenda J; Moyer, Robert; Tamkus, Scott Vendors over $2,500.00 A Warehouse Wheels, Inc. 4,155.30; Accomplished Mechanical 1,809,313.85; Alexander J. Paret & Associates 3,000.00; Allied Benefit Systems 3,437.00; Alpha School Bus Vendors overOn $2,500.00 155,422.01; Funds Co Accomplished 19,575.00; Anderson Pest Solutions 3,360.00; AppleJ.Computer Inc 63,246.84; AppleAllied Inc Education 133,408.00; AT&T 6,344.49; Big A WarehouseAmerican On Wheels, Inc.Service 4,155.30; Mechanical 1,809,313.85; Alexander Paret & Associates 3,000.00; Benefit Systems 3,437.00; Alpha School Bus Universe 5,397.00; Brenda Miller 2,832.37; Bureau Of Education Research,3,360.00; Inc. 19,666.00; Call One 7,089.68; CDWApple Government 22,433.53; Chellino AT&T Crane, 6,344.49; Inc 4,360.00; 155,422.01; American Funds Service Co 19,575.00; Anderson Pest&Solutions Apple Computer Inc 63,246.84; Inc Education 133,408.00; Big Chicago Company 5,750.00; Chicago Heights Carrier Electric Co 251,715.00; Chicago Heights Construction Co 4,691.00; Clover-Leaf Farms Distributors UniverseBlind 5,397.00; Brenda Miller 2,832.37; Bureau Of Education & Research, Inc. 19,666.00; Call One 7,089.68; CDW Government 22,433.53; Chellino Crane, Inc 39,419.88; 4,360.00; Comcast 29,647.27; Complete Plumbing,Inc 7,165.00; Concept 3 Architects, P. C. 63,569.10; Constellation Newenergy Gas 20,108.59; DeereFarms & Company 9,141.28; Diana E. Chicago Blind Company 5,750.00; Chicago Heights Carrier Electric Co 251,715.00; Chicago Heights Construction Co 4,691.00; Clover-Leaf Distributors Inc 39,419.88; Valdivia #127 Health Care 7,165.00; 81,440.42;Concept District3127 - ImprestP.Fund 5,900.32;Constellation DLA LTD. 4,900.00; E-Rate 5,000.00; (Deduction Comcast 4,150.00; 29,647.27;District Complete Plumbing,Inc Architects, C. 63,569.10; Newenergy Gas Online 20,108.59; DeereE.F.T.P.S & Company 9,141.28;Vendor) Diana E. 1,140,894.75; E2 Services ECO Svs District & Technology LLC 17,876.25; Eisenhower Cooperative 866,201.39; Elim 5,000.00; Christian E.F.T.P.S Services 150,517.28; Inc Valdivia 4,150.00; District 12,059.74; #127 Health CareLighting 81,440.42; 127 - Imprest Fund 5,900.32; DLA LTD. 4,900.00; E-Rate Online (Deduction ESN Vendor) 8,708.40; Esscoe 5,138.00; Facility Solutions Fern Trevino 10,000.00; Forecast5 Analytics866,201.39; 8,000.00; Frank Company George's 1,140,894.75; E2 LLC Services 12,059.74; ECO LightingGroup Svs &59,548.00; 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SCHOOL NEWS Oak Lawn Community High School teachers present workshops in Springfield 10 The Reporter
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Five Oak Lawn Community High School teachers provided presentations at the 24th Annual Illinois Education and Technology Conference recently in Springfield. Eileen Jones, Janet Meyers and Jen-
nifer Sidlow presented a comprehensive three-hour workshop “Coding Across the Curriculum.” Meyers and Sara Strelow presented “Crack the Code! Spheros in the Math Classroom,” and Amy Cryan
and Meyers presented “Old School Home Ec. Goes 1:1 High Tech.” Cryan, Jones, Sidlow and Strelow are Apple Teachers. Meyers is an Apple Learning Specialist. According to the website, “[IETC] is a
three-day professional development conference focused on technology integration strategies, engaging instructional practices, digital tools and resources, and emerging trends for teachers, administrators, and
technology staff.” While in Springfield, the teachers were also given a special tour of the Illinois State Capitol by John Berry, House of Representatives photographer.
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The Jerry Lemon Needy Family Food Drive at Shepard High School in Palos Heights depends on support from students, staff members, and the community. And this year, once again, the Jewel Food Store in Palos Heights provided a huge assist. After Shepard students and staff loaded a mini-bus with food at school, they stopped at Jewel. Employees brought out carts of turkey dinners — 50 of them — funded with donations from shoppers. Jewel donated more dinners to Operation Blessing. The massive contribution extends the reach of the food drive. Shepard students and teachers delivered food on Nov. 21 to families unable to pick up at school. On Nov. 22, other families came to Shepard to pick up boxes of donated food. The Jerry Lemon Needy Family Food Drive, named for a for-
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Shepard High School student Grace Culver passes a turkey dinner to a classmate outside of the Jewel Food Store in Palos Heights.
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OLCHS students collect donations for local food pantries Oak Lawn Community High School Student Council’s annual Thanksgiving food drive collected 75 full meal baskets. Each meal basket was stuffed with 15 items, such as canned fruits and vegetables, stuffing, corned bread, juice, and a $20 grocery store gift certificate. Several third peSupplied photo riod advisory teachOak Lawn Community High School students ers’ classes collected take a moment for the camera as they help load three or more com- donations for local food pantries. plete baskets, including Scott Atkins, Jamie Atkus, Jeremey Cryan, tants, main office secretaries and Billy Denton, Ellen Kruger, Ja- the maintenance department also net Meyers, Jessica Nickless, Lisa collected at least three complete Sampson, Megan Schillo, Jennifer baskets. Baskets were donated to Sidlow, Sue Szala and Tammy food pantries at Faith Lutheran Church in Oak Lawn and Our Tyeptanar. The deans’ office, deans’ assis- Savior’s Church in Burbank.
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Marist to host parent empowerment workshop Marist High School’s Guidance Department will host its second parent empowerment workshop at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec.12 in the school’s RedHawk Theater, 4200 W. 115th St., Chicago. Attendance to the event is free. Marist social worker Cathaleen Novak and guidance counselor Holly Cox will present “The Path to Responsibility: How to Foster
Leadership Skills, Accountability, and Role Modeling in Your Teen.” This event is the second in a series of quarterly workshops revolving around parenting resilient teens. Attendees should enter at the main office at the west end of the campus. Pre-registration at www.marist.net is appreciated but not required.
Southwest School student is named ‘Artist of the Week’ in national vote
Lola Ramazinki, who is in the first grade at Southwest School in Evergreen Park, recently was selected as Artsonia’s “Artist of the Week.” Lola’s “Ming Chinese Vase” (pictured at right) artwork was selected as the winner of a national online voting contest. She collected 2,293 votes in the PreK through third-grade category, and collected more votes than the winners in each of the other three categories. As the winner of the contest, Lola will receive $50 and Southwest School will be the recipient of $100. Her winning piece, as well as 10 other selections of her work, will also be prominently displayed on the Artsonia website.
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Ken Karrson, Sports Editor • sports@regionalpublishing.com Jeff Vorva, Sports Editor • sports@regionalpublishing.com
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REGIONAL/REPORTER HIGH SCHOOL PLAYERS OF THE YEAR
These three find the finish line quickly DYLAN JACOBS Sandburg
By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
Photo by Jeff Vorva
Marist freshman Cecilia Light had a successful freshman year running and has been named the Regional/ Reporter’s Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year.
CECILIA LIGHT Marist
By Jeff Vorva • Sports Editor It’s not easy to be a three-sport athlete. Tracy and Brigid Englehart finished in the first four For years, specialization has caused a decline spots in the Marist Regional at Midlothian Woods in multiple-sport athletes and three-sport athletes to help the Redhawks to their seventh regional title are rare. in school history. Some athletes start out as three-sport athletes as Light was the only runner from her team, however, freshmen and then whittle down to two or one by to qualify for state after finishing in seventh place senior year. in the Hinsdale Central Sectional at the Katherine Marist freshman Cecilia Light plans on play- Legge Park course in Hinsdale. ing three sports — cross country, Then at state, the Palos Heights basketball and soccer. resident shaved off 24 seconds off “It’s going to be a challenge GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY per previous personal best time. balancing school and sports, but Although Light hasn’t been RUNNER OF THE YEAR I’m up for it,” Light said. running cross country for very Whether she is still able to do long, she has taken a liking to it. that three years from now remains to be seen. But “I’ve run track in middle school (Independence one thing is for sure — her first sport as a freshman Junior High School) and I run a lot playing socturned out to be pretty successful. Light was the cer,” she said. “It’s really fun. I got to Marist and top area finisher in the Illinois High School As- I thought it would be a really cool sport. It’s just sociation Class 3A state championship competition such a fun environment with all the girls.’’ with a personal-best 17-minute, 48-second time at And with the progress she has made in just a Detweller Park in Peoria Nov. 4. It was good for couple of months…she could make this a habit the a 46th-place finish. next three autumns. Light has been named the Regional/Reporter Girls “It was such a great experience,” she said. “I’m Cross Country Runner of the Year. just a freshman and I think every year after this, it Light, junior Jill Borza and sophomores Amanda will just be better. I’m just excited for the future.’’
Shortly after this year’s Illinois High School Association Class 3A boys cross country meet, a coach screamed at his athlete in joy: “You just beat DYLAN JACOBS!!!’’ Sandburg senior Dylan Jacobs set the bar so high this season –even more so after running 13 minutes, 57.50 seconds at the Detweiller Course in Peoria during the regular season – that beating him is something worth shouting about. Jacobs and Lyons’ Danny Kilrea were predicted to give Lebanon’s Craig Virgin’s state-record 13:50.6 (set in 1972) a run. But rain in the morning on Nov. 4 made the Detweiller course too soggy for a broken record and a viral infection helped keep Jacobs from his dream of winning the state championship. He finished sixth with 14:36. Kilrea won with a 14:08 a week after Jacobs beat him by seven seconds in sectional action. “No excuses,” Jacobs said after the state race. “I tried to race my race and Danny deserved to win.’’ Despite the disappointment of not finishing on top, Jacobs had an outstanding season and has been named the Regional/ Reporter’s Boys Cross Country Runner of the Year. While Jacobs wouldn’t talk about how ill he was during the race, O’Malley said that Jacobs was so congested that he was tempted to not let him run in Peoria. So O’Malley was impressed that a runner that sick could still finish sixth. “The kid has the biggest heart in the world,’’ O’Malley said. “He’s a one-in-a-million, oncein-a-lifetime all-around kid. He never made any excuses. He was always focusing on his team
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Sandburg’s Dylan Jacobs, shown getting checked in before this year’s Class 3A state meet, is the Regional/Reporter’s Boys Cross Country Athlete of the Year for the second year in a row.
BOYS CROSS COUNTRY RUNNER OF THE YEAR and teammates — he’s unbelievable.’’ Kilrea and Jacobs have had some classic races over the years and they plan to see a lot more of each other as both committed to Notre Dame. O’Malley may be planning a trip or to South Bend in the com-
ing years. The Irish could be a power for years to come. “They have a ridiculous recruiting class,” O’Malley said. “They have Dylan and Danny and the No. 1 kid from Ohio (Buckeye Valley’s Zach Kreft). They are going to be loaded. They are going all-in for cross country.’’
• NEXT WEEK: Football and girls volleyball Players of the Year announced.
TAIRA JURONIS Stagg
By Jason Maholy Many a swimmer would be pleased if not perfectly satisfied with her season if they performed how Taira Juronis did during her sophomore campaign. A second consecutive trip to state, a top-20 finish in one of the two events in which she qualified, and breaking a 14-year-old pool record were just the highlights of the Stagg swimmer’s second high school season. But setting a high bar for one’s self can open the door to disappointment if expectations aren’t met, and one that person is part fish — as Juronis’ family refers to her — those expectations are lofty. “Personally, it wasn’t that good for me,” Juronis said of her sophomore year. “I felt last year was much better in terms of times and wins and everything. Nerves really got to me this year and I just felt ‘off’ the whole season.” Despite 2017 being a down season in Juronis’ mind, she is this season’s Regional/Reporter Girls Swimmer of the Year. At the Illinois High School Association state finals held at New Trier High School in Winnetka earlier this month,
Juronis finished 18th in the 200-yard IM and 29th in the 100-yard breaststroke. The 18th-place finish in the IM was four places better than she finished during her freshman season. But the high point of Juronis’ campaign came the week before at the Lockport Sectional. Not feeling particularly strong that day, and her seasonlong struggles weighing on her GIRLS SWIMMER mind, Juronis turned in a swim OF THE YEAR the Porters’ pool hadn’t seen since 2003. In the finals of the 200 IM, the Chargers’ sophomore took first place with a pool-record 2:07.19, and in the process unexpectedly punched her ticket to state. “I was not expecting to make it to state,” Juronis acknowledged, and added she was so shocked by her accomplishment she at first thought there was a mistake. “When I saw that time on the board I was just so surprised. “I was just like, I’m just going to go (at state) and do my best, and do what I know and do what I’ve learned over the season,” she said.
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Stagg’s Taira Juronis closes in on Lockport’s pool record for the 200 IM in sectional action and has been named the Regional/Reporter Girls Swimmer of the Year
Others excelled in cross country and swimming Boys cross country
By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
The three athletes above were the best the Regional/Reporter area had to offer in 2017 in cross country and swimming, but they were not alone. There are others who qualified for state in their specific sports who deserve an extra mention.
The Sandburg boys cross country team of Dylan Jacobs, Robbie Sieczkowski, Ben Giblin, Nicol Calderon and Xander Formanek qualified for the Illinois High School Association Class 3A state meet. The Marist squad of Thomas Leonard, Lucas Pennix, Aidan Dillon, Kevin Burgos and Colin Tracy qualified for state in Class 2A.
Girls cross country
Ceilia Light of Marist qualified individually in Class 3A, Evergreen Park’s Kayley Burke qualified in Class 2A and Emily Damstra qualified in Class 1A.
Girls swimming Sandburg’s 200-yard free relay team of Madison
Stuursma, Natalie Barkowski,, Ashley Asiddao and Isabella Wrobel qualified for state as did the 400 free relay team of Stuursma, Wrobel, Tara Maher and Erin Falsey. Stuursma qualified in the 50 free and Wrobel in the 500 free. Stagg’s Taira Juronis qualified in the 200 IM and 100 breast stroke and Josie Zielinski qualified in diving.
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MARIST WINS DISTRICT 218 TOURNAMENT
RedHawks come and go, but winning stays
By Phil Arvia Correspondent
Gene Nolan has arrived at a philosophy that, so far, suits the current Marist basketball season. “You want kids to be happy where they are,” the coach said. “Everyone wins when they’re happy where they are.” He was speaking of the transfers who left the Marist program — Maurice Commander to Curie, Chase Robinson to Oak Park-River Forest and Malik Onyeali to Hyde Park — after a 27-4, 201617 campaign. But, in the wake of a 74-51 title game win Friday over Richards in the District 218 Thanksgiving Tip-Off Classic, he might easily have been talking about that game’s RedHawks stars. Morgan Taylor, last year’s starting quarterback who gave up football to concentrate on basketball and who transferred from Brother Rice in 2015, had 36 points. Jack Ellison, who transferred to Marist after playing last season for Chicago Christian, added 16. “Me, Morgan and Dave (Daniels, who added seven points and a team-high 10 rebounds) have been playing with each other for six or eight years — they were pushing me to transfer,” Ellison said of his teammates with the AAU Illinois Fastbreak. “From my first practice, I knew I’d be happy here. I like being pushed, and that’s what they do every practice.”
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Marist’s Morgan Taylor looks to make a move against Richards on Friday. He scored 36 points in the RedHawks’ District 218 championship win at Shepard.
Jack Ellison, who transferred from Chicago Christian to Marist, had 16 points against Richards to help the RedHawks win the District 218 Tournament.
The RedHawks (4-0), who never trailed, consistently pushed into the paint against Richards (2-2) in winning the Classic for the fifth time in six years. Starting with the game’s opening bucket, Taylor made it his mission to get to the rim, showing a
deft array of finishing moves that left him 10-of-15 from the floor and a toughness that helped him to 16-of-21 shooting from the line. “Coach Nolan was a good outside shooter in his day, so we’re working on that, too,” Taylor said.
“But it’s whatever the game calls for — today, that was getting to the basket. “Being really aggressive playing football, being used to contact, that’s what I lean towards.” Why walk away from football, then? After all, Marist went undefeated in its conference for the first time ever with Taylor at quarterback, then rolled through a perfect regular season without him before bowing out in the state quarterfinals early this month. But, so strong was basketball’s pull, Taylor opted to end his football career despite knowing how good that team would be and that three of his hoops teammates were transferring. “When we were playing AAU, I heard the guys were leaving,” he said. “A little while later, after I picked up my first (basketball) scholarship offer, from Minot State, I decided basketball was my future. My father was a little mad, being a football guy.” Speaking of the football guys, Taylor added, “I went to every game and cheered them on. Those guys are still my brothers.” Richards was led by Kajaun Wines with 14 points. Albert Jones had 12 points and his older brother, Trevon, had six points and nine rebounds. “We got in foul trouble early,” Bulldogs coach Chris Passafiume said. “We tried to keep (Taylor) out of the lane, but after a while you just have to tip your hat to a guy like that.”
FOCUS ON BOYS BASKETBALL
St. Laurence senior has come a long way in more ways than one By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
St. Laurence senior Isaiah Harvey’s parents are scheduled to come watch him play basketball on Friday night. Parents see their kids play all the time, so on the surface this doesn’t sound like that big of a deal. But this will be the first time Hermia Alcie and Wayne Harvey will see him play basketball for St. Laurence when the Vikings host St. Joseph at 7 p.m. in Burbank. Harvey moved from the Virgin Islands to Hyde Park his sophomore year and his parents stayed behind. The 5-foot-11 senior guard had to sit out his sophomore season and played for the Vikings last season. This year, he could be in for a breakout year as he and teammate Zion Fortune were named to the all-tournament team at the Spartan-Ram Boys Basketball Classic after St. Laurence won the eight-team event with a 7550 victory over host Oak Lawn on Friday. First year Vikings coach Jim Sexton, who was an assistant when Harvey joined the program, said a family friend with a St. Laurence connection who lives in the Virgin Islands and part-time in Chicago was helpful in bringing the guard to the United States.
Photos by Jeff Vorva
St. Laurence’s Isaiah Harvey, shown playing against Oak Lawn on Friday, has become a force this season. He came to the Burbank school two seasons ago from the Virgin Islands.
Even though Harvey played for the Virgin Islands’ 18-U national team when he was 16, he found basketball around here to be tough at first. “When I first got here, basketball was hard,” he said. “But I’ve been able to adapt. Here, everybody moves faster.’’ “He was very quiet and he was just trying to fit in,” Sexton said. “Now, he’s the complete opposite. He has become kind of the team joker and team leader. But when he first got here he was a little
green as far as playing basketball in America and socially, getting to know kids at school. In the middle of last year, he started to feel it and has really taken to that leadership role.’’ Fortune had 22 points, 11 rebounds and eight blocked shots in the title game and Harvey added 18 points.
Osmani-mania
Oak Lawn senior Adem Osmani had 16 points and 10 rebounds in the championship loss to St. Lau-
Oak Lawn sophomore Sami Osmani, shown flipping the ball during a game against Bremen on Nov. 21, and his brother Adem (right) are off to hot starts.
rence and his sophomore brother, Sami, is ready for a big season as well. Both had 24 points in a tournament win over Bremen with Sami scoring 10 in the first quarter.
Other honors
Brother Rice’s Brendan Coghlan and Marquise Kennedy were named to the Joliet West Thanksgiving Tournament all-tournament team after the Crusaders finished third.
Sami Ismail of Sandburg was named all-tournament at the Spartan-Ram Classic after the Eagles’ third-place finish. Evergreen Park’s Declan Smyth was named to the all-tournament team at Lisle.
Where is everybody?
This will be an odd Friday night during the basketball season. With the exception of St. Joseph at St. Laurence, all of the other
area teams either have the night off or are playing on the road. Brother Rice is at Bishop McNamara, Chicago Christian is at Timothy Christian, Evergreen Park is at Hillcrest, Richards is at Lemont, Sandburg is at Thornton, Shepard is at Thornton Fractional South and Stagg is at Thornridge. Marist and Oak Lawn have the night off, but Oak Lawn hosts Chicago Christian at 4 p.m. Saturday.
AREA SPORTS REPORT
Vikings (St. Laurence, not Minnesota) will invade Soldier Field in August By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
Marist’s Jenna Ryan (right) battles Plainfield East’s Maiya Creal for the ball during a game on Nov. 22.
Photo by Jeff Vorva
FOCUS ON GIRLS BASKETBALL
Eight is enough as Marist takes second in own tourney By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
Eight-time defending champion Marist was not able to win its ninth annual Marist Girls Basketball RedHawk Thanksgiving Tipoff Classic. The RedHawks were stymied 66-54 by Lincoln-Way East on Nov. 21 and guard Stefanie Schied injured her left pinkie finger in the contest. The next night was important for the RedHawks to get back on track in the six-team, round-robin tournament. Even though they didn’t appear to be all that thrilled to earn the second-place plaque, the RedHawks were able to return to the win column with a 67-52 victory
despite leading by only one point after three quarters. Freshman Sydney Affolter led the RedHawks with 20 points in the victory while McKenna Kallianis had 19 and Abigail Callahan added 11.
McAuley mauls opponents
Mother McAuley showed it is ready to be a force this season after it won the Bison Classic in convincing fashion, going 5-0 and winning all five games in blowouts. The Mighty Macs opened with a 7142 victory over Barrington on Nov. 16 and two days later whipped Grayslake Central 64-29. On Nov. 21, they walloped Hersey, 72-36 and followed it up with a 67-29
pasting of Libertyville on Friday and a 55-27 victory over Maine South on Saturday. Tara O’Malley had 15 points against Maine South while Jenna Badali had 17 points and Vanessa Gavin added 15 against Libertyville. McAuley plays its first home game at 6 p.m. Thursday (tonight) against Lincoln-Way Central.
Milestone for Martin Lincoln-Way East girls hoops coach Jim Martin won his 400th career game against Marist. Some of those wins came when he was a boys coach at Oak Lawn from 1991-94.
One area football team is heading to Soldier Field for a game in 2018. St. Laurence officials announced that the Vikings and Benet will open the season at Soldier Field but the date and time will not be announced until the Bears’ 2018 schedule is finalized. The Illinois High School Association football season opens Aug. 24. The last time the stadium hosted an area high school team was 2016, when Marist and Brother Rice held their neighborhood rivalry there. In recent years, Benet and St. Laurence have been opening their seasons against each other. This year, Benet beat the Vikings 49-28 in Burbank.
Jacobs qualifies for another national meet Sandburg cross country star Dylan Jacobs finished fifth in the Foot Locker Midwest Regional and qualified for his second national meet. Jacobs ran the 5,000-meter course at the University of Wisconsin Parkside in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in 15 minutes, .07.2 seconds. Finishing first and second were Lyons Township’s Danny Kilrea (14:53.3) and Buckeye Valley (Ohio)’s Zachery Kreft (15:04.4). Kilrea, Kreft and Jacobs all committed to the University of Notre Dame. The Foot Locker National Finals are Dec. 9 at Morley Field at Balboa Park in San Diego. Before that, Jacobs will compete in the Nike Cross Nationals on Saturday at the Glendover Golf Course in Portland, Oregon.
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The next time St. Laurence coach Harold Blackmon addresses his troops during a game, it will be at Soldier Field as the Vikings are slated to open the 2018 season there against Benet.
Sandburg grapplers third at Conant
Sandburg wrestling’s new era with coach Clinton Polz began over the weekend as the Eagles finished third at the Chris Hruska Wrestling Classic at Conant High School in Hoffman Estates. Glenbard North won the meet with 218.5 points, followed by St. Charles East (209.5) and the Eagles (187.5). Alex Hirschfield took first for the Eagles at 182. Samuel Wojik at 132, Patrick Nolan at 138, Timothy Houston at 160 and Joseph Boyce at heavyweight each took second place.
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After a relatively exciting weekend in DeKalb, the Illinois High School Association football season is over. And so is the Football Forecast for 2017. Wally Findysz continued on his postseason tear and finished 8-1 the final week and 41-8 for the postseason to win the postseason MVP. Bob Rakow entered the final week two games back and disagreed with Wally on four games. But this postseason, it was not wise to disagree with Wally, and Rakow finished 37-12. Overall, the screwy six finished 633-195 for a .764 winning percentage — a solid C. Not great, but better than last year’s .674.
Last week Postseason Regular season Totals in 2017 Lifetime
SO N POSTSEA MVP
JEFF VORVA 6-3 33-16 74-15 107-31 529-161
JASON MAHOLY 4-5 30-19 68-21 98-40 508-182
WALLY FINDYSZ 8-1 41-8 71-18 112-26 510-180
BOB RAKOW 6-3 37-12 67-22 104-34 383-167
JOE BOYLE 5-4 33-16 69-20 102-36 199-78
RANDY WHALEN 6-3 35-14 75-14 110-28 110-28
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Who’s the best?
There is a school of thought that Rochester’s Derek Leonard is the best high school coach in Illinois today. His Rockets blasted off to their seventh Class 4A state title in eight years. His career record is 132-29 and his record since 2009 is 113-10 It’s hard to argue with that. But I am going to argue with that. My choice for the best coach is Troy McAllister of Phillips High School. He not only did what I thought would be impossible by leading a Chicago Public School team to the Class 4A state championship in 2015, he and the Wildcats won a second title on Saturday, beating Dunlap 33-7 for the Class 5A crown at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb. I have been watching the ineptitude of the Public League for decades, and every time someone said, “This will be the year a Public League team wins a state title,” you could bet it would come up empty forever. But in ’15, McAllister and the Wildcats broke through — and two years later did it again. With all of the obstacles Public League football teams have to go
through, this is a remarkable accomplishment.
Good game, good game, good game…
This year’s IHSA state football championships produced five thrill-
ers, a decent game and a couple of blowouts. Having Batavia in the Class 7A title game again brought out a massive crowd to Huskie Stadium, and the fans were rewarded with an overtime win over Lake Zurich.
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ood for thought for those who are not very hungry: Where did those five years go? It seemed like just yesterday that we came up with the idea to have writers and members of the community predict football games, and after Saturday’s Illinois High School Association state championships, we have completed five years of this exercise of merriment and mediocrity. This was such a landmark year, I thought I would look back in the archives to see just how we all did. It’s not pretty. It’s not ugly. It’s just… well… meh. After five years, seven different pickers, 3,863 picks and some insults from the public, our boys were 2,786-1,077 for a .721 winning percentage. In normal grading, that would be a C-minus. JEFF VORVA In some schools, it would be a D. The good news is that if you actually bet on Making the these games (and we do NOT promote that) usExtra Point ing our picks, you would make about 21 bucks on a $10 bet per 10 bets, including the vig. But we do not promote that. And if you can find a bookie that would take straight-up action on a South Suburban Conference or ESCC game, immediately turn him in…to us. Hey, we don’t mind making a buck or two. OK, enough of that goofiness. Let’s crunch a few more numbers and facts: • The best lifetime winning percentage is Randy Whalen at .797, but he has been at it only one year. • The best season ever was turned in by…well… me. I had a 11224 mark in 2014 and was the regular-season King and postseason MVP. Wally Findysz was close this year with a 112-26 mark. • We had five different Kings: Former sports editor Ken Karrson in 2013, myself in 2014, Wally in 2015, Jason Maholy in 2016, and Rookie Randy in 2017. • The MVPs were Jason in 2013, myself in 2014, Bob Rakow in 2015, myself in 2016 and Wally in 2017. So, cheers to five years. I am hearing a former coach wants to join our band of idiots next season, so there may be a new face in the crowd.
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NAIA QUARTERFINALS: MORNINGSIDE 52, ST. XAVIER UNIVERSITY 7
Cougars’ turnaround season comes to rough end By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
A guy named Bubba helped burst St. Xavier University’s football team’s bubble on Saturday. Bubba Jenkins ran for 183 yards, Trent Solsma threw for 335 and third-seeded Morningside College whipped eighthseeded St. Xavier University 52-7 in the NAIA Championship Series quarterfinals at Olsen Stadium in Sioux City, Iowa. Sophomore quarterback Alex Martinez was 28-of-54 for 216 yards and a touchdown and was sacked eight times for a loss of 62 yards for the Cougars. In college football, sack yards are deducted from the rushing yards so the Cougars netted negative 7 yards on 37 attempts. Mike Ivlow closed out his SXU career with 41 yards on 15 carries. The Cougars led 7-3 in the first quarter, but it was all Morningside after that. The season came to a stunning end for the Cougars (10-2) but it was a season that saw the team turn around and get back on track after suffering a 5-6 record in 2016 — its first losing season since 1999. This was also the program’s 25th season and the seventh time it reached the NAIA quarterfinals. It was a season that proved the Cougars could play with the big boys, but couldn’t quite handle the giants. They had two signature victories in 2017. The first came against Marian, which was ranked fifth in the nation at the time, 32-27 to open the season on a high note at Deaton Field in Chicago on Aug. 31. That was a huge turnaround from 2016, when the Cougars dropped a 56-10 decision to Marian. The second came in the first round of the playoffs, when the Cougars dug a 10-0 hole against Grand View University and went on to dominate the rest of the way with a 39-23 victory on a snowy, rainy, windy and cold day at Deaton Field on Nov. 18. Grand View was ranked as high as sixth in the nation in November. The two losses came to powerhouses that are in the final four of the Championship Series. The Cougars’ first setback came against No. 1 St. Francis (Indiana) when they dug a 25-0 hole and lost 48-23 on Sept. 23 at Bishop John D’Arcy Stadium in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. The final loss came Saturday against third-ranked Morningside, which set a school record for sacks, including six in the second half. The biggest improvement for the Cougars involved close games. In 2016, the team suffered three losses by seven points or less. This year, the Cougars won four games by five points or less. Ivlow ran for 1,243 in three injury-filled seasons but had a breakout season in 2017 with 1,051 yards, including 241 against Grand View. He leaves the program with 2,294 yards, which is second on the alltime SXU list behind Nick Pesek, who ran for 2,886 from 2010-2013. He also had a 98-yard run against LindenwoodBelleville, which was the longest run in SXU history. Next year, the Cougars will likely have another quarterback derby on their hands as Alex Martinez and Justin Hunniford. The two traded starts at the beginning of the year before Hunniford was injured. Martinez, a sophomore, was 177-for304 for 2,103 yards and 21 touchdowns and six interceptions. Hunniford, a junior transfer from North Central College, was 72-of-113 for 917 yards with six touchdowns and one interception.
Cougars players run on the field before pulling off an upset win over then-fifth-ranked Marian to open the season.
Quarterback Alex Martinez, here getting tackled against Grand View after a gain, and Justin Hunniford figure to battle for the starting spot next year at St. Xavier.
Photos by Jeff Vorva
X MARKS THE SPOT Top 10 SXU football seasons: Rank 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Year Record Postseason 2011 14-1 NAIA national champs 2009 13-1 National semifinals 2010 13-1 National semifinals 2012 11-2 National semifinals 2006 10-3 National semifinals 2017 10-2 National quarterfinals 2007 10-3 National quarterfinals 2002 9-3 First round 2005 9-3 First round 2015 7-4 First round
St. Xavier running back Mike Ivlow leaves the team second in the school record books in rushing yards with 2,294.
SXU coach Mike Feminis gets a hug from his daughter, Sophia, after a close victory over St. Francis in Joliet.
FOCUS ON COLLEGE SPORTS
Trinity Christian ends horrible stretch against Stritch By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
Photo by Jeff Vorva
Breanna Toppen, shown in a game last season, scored 13 points as Trinity Christian College beat Cardinal Stritch for the first time in 10 seasons.
With a 19-game losing streak covering a 10-year period against Cardinal Stritch looming like a storm cloud over its head, the Trinity Christian College women’s basketball team was not favored in its Nov. 21 game against the Wolves. Stritch was also ranked 11th in the nation in the NAIA preseason polls. But none of that mattered to the Trolls as they came up with a landmark 78-66 victory over the Milwaukee school in Palos Heights. The Trolls played one of its best halves of the season by taking a 41-24 halftime lead and hung on from there. Celina Wanta led the Trolls (who were 5-3 overall and 3-0 in the Chicagoland
Collegiate Athletic Conference after the upset) with 18 points, five rebounds, three assists and five steals. Lauren Stokes had 15 points and four assists while Breanna Toppen had 13 points. Ally Giampapa had 10 points while Katie Moran came up with six rebounds and five assists. It’s just the third time in TCC history that the Trolls beat the Wolves. Men’s basketball: The Trolls dropped a pair of games in the Dordt Tournament as they dropped a 101-69 decision to fifthranked Northwestern College in the first game and lost 91-47 to the hosts to fall to 3-7.
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Women’s basketball: The Cougars improved to 6-0 with an 80-56 victory ovber Trinity International University on Nov. 21 in Deerfield.
Kara Krolicki had 21 points while Brittany Collins added 19 points and 12 rebounds for SXU, which is ranked second in the nation. The Cougars shot just 2-for-17 from beyond the 3-point line in the first half and were tied with TIU, 32-32 at halftime. But they heated up in the second half, scoring 30 points in the third quarter to help put the game away. Women’s volleyball: The Cougars were scheduled to play Westmont College on Tuesday in pool play of the NAIA National Tournament in Sioux City, Iowa, but the match was after this newspaper’s deadline. Information on the Cougars’ play at the nationals will be in the Dec. 7 edition. The Cougars advanced to the nationals after a four-set victory over Union (Kentucky) in the opening round. It was
the first time the Cougars won an NAIA tournament volleyball match.
Moraine Valley
Men’s basketball: the Cyclones dropped and 82-80 decision to the Elmhurst College JV squad on Nov. 18 despite leading 45-34 at halftime. Nick Holmes fouled out with 11 minutes to go but scored 18 points while Deshawn Wilson added 16 points and David Gray 14. The Cyclones didn’t let that loss linger as they scored in triple digits for the second time this season with a 122-74 victory over Harper College on Nov. 21. Women’s basketball: The Cyclones scored triple digits in back-to-back games with a 101-29 victory over Olive-Harvey on Nov. 16 and a 122-48 victory over Harper on Nov. 21.
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FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.SEVERIN MANOV, CLOISTER CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 16850 4913 WEST 109TH STREET #14-303 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 October 30, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 18, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4913 WEST 109TH STREET #14-303, OAK LAWN, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-16-409-051-1167. The real estate is improved with a condominium within hi-rise with no garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 259550. 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. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 259550 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 16 CH 16850 TJSC#: 37-9982
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LENDINGHOME FUNDING CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.RELIANT ASSET CORP, AWAD M. ODEH Defendants 17 CH 9764 13073 S. 80TH AVE 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 23, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 11, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 13073 S. 80TH AVE, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-36-101-033-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $610,928.51. 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 in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 17-0701. 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. JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 17-0701 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 17 CH 9764 TJSC#: 37-10042 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. I3067458
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CROWN MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.LESTER TRILLA III, KATHLEEN T. TRILLA, BROOK HILLS HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION Defendants 13 CH 019984 11745 INNISHMOR COURT 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 August 14, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 22, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11745 INNISHMOR COURT, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-31-104-008-0000. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-13-19943. 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. 14-13-19943 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 019984 TJSC#: 37-10115 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. I3067778
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, VS. RAME JOUDEH; NOWAL JUDEH; FOUNTAIN HILLS OF ORLAND PARK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. 15 CH 06040 18038 BUCKINGHAM DRIVE ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on September 26, 2017, Judicial Sales Corporation will on December 28, 2017, in 1 S. Wacker Dr. 24th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606, at 10:30 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Cook, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 27-32-308-010-0000 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 18038 BUCKINGHAM DRIVE ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Description of Improvements: TAN BRICK, SINGLE FAMILY HOME, ATTACHED TWO CAR GARAGE The Judgment amount was $551,355.64. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS� sale for “CASH�. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. 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 YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 13698 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I3067626
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK NA; Plaintiff, vs. DAVID MANNING; JUDY MANNING; FIFTH THIRD BANK FKA FIFTH THIRD BANK (WESTERN MICHIGAN) UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS; Defendants, FIFTH THIRD BANK AN OHIO BANKING CORPORATION; Cross-Plaintiff(s), vs. JUDY MANNING; DAVID MANNING; Cross-Defendant(s), 17 CH 4356 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 4, 2018, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 27-09-406-023. Commonly known as 14901 AVENIDA DEL ESTE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 3571125. Ref. No. 17-00714 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3068715
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MIDLAND STATES BANK; Plaintiff, vs. ZORAIDA GARCIA AKA ZURAIDA GARCIA; ROLAND GARCIA; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 9712 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 Thursday, January 4, 2018 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. 27-13-109-001-0000. Commonly known as 7758 Sycamore Drive, Orland Park, Illinois 60462. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F16060208 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3068735
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. JOAN KLEIN AKA JOAN L. KLEIN AKA JOAN MADERAK AKA JOAN STYLER AKA JOAN L. STYLER; RBS CITIZENS, N.A. SBM TO CHARTER ONE BANK, N.A.; THE RIVIERA IN PALOS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 17 CH 8929 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 Thursday, January 4, 2018 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. 23-23-201-114-0000. Commonly known as 18 Cour La Salle, Palos Hills, Illinois 60465. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a townhouse residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F17060175 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3068741
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.JULIE SHEA A/K/A JULIE A. SHEA, HERITAGE II CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION PHASE II, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 016479 8842 W.140TH STREET UNIT 3B ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 29, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 2, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8842 W.140TH STREET UNIT 3B, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-03-400-051-1010. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-07888. 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. 14-14-07888 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 016479 TJSC#: 37-9212 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. I3067246
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.DANIEL J. KIRK, MICHELLE L. KIRK Defendants 17 CH 653 7860 SYCAMORE DRIVE Orland Park, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 3, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7860 SYCAMORE DRIVE, Orland Park, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-13-103-018-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $318,019.01. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm. Please refer to file number 17-081967. 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 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 17-081967 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 17 CH 653 TJSC#: 37-9134 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. I3067350
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.MARY ABRAHAM, PHILIP MATHEW, KGH CONSULTATION & TREATMENT, INC. Defendants 14 CH 009103 11838 CALIFORNIA TRAIL 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 January 15, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 20, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11838 CALIFORNIA TRAIL, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-06-110-004. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-13-33027. 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. 14-13-33027 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 009103 TJSC#: 37-10315 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. I3068327
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Healthy soup recipes to keep you warm all winter By Jessica Perkins
What to consider before gifting a pet By Jessica Perkins
People sometimes have grand visions of surprising their loved one on Christmas morning with an adorable new puppy or a precious, little kitten. While the sentiment is nice, giving a pet as a gift might be a bad choice for a variety of reasons. One, the recipient may not want a pet. “I see it all the time,” Veterinarian Dr. Paige Stroud says. “Kids may get their elderly mom a dog that she really doesn’t want. Or the kids give her a Labrador but what she really wanted was a Chihuahua.” People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals agrees, recommending that pets only be given as gifts if the recipient has expressed a specific desire to own one and also has the means and time to care for the animal. “Animals, like us, require love and proper care to flourish,” PETA spokesperson Ben Williamson says. If the recipient of the gift has
confirmed that they want a pet, then a few other things should be considered in the selection. Will your loved one have the time and patience to exercise and housetrain the animal? Is your loved one prepared to pay for food, accessories, inoculations and veterinary care, including spaying or neutering, flea treatment, deworming and emergency care? “Keeping a pet is expensive, and giving one as a gift saddles the recipient with vet and supply costs for the rest of the pet’s life,” Stroud says. In addition to cost considerations, the recipient’s medical situation should be taken into account. “There may be medical issues that the person doesn’t discuss, but that would make giving a pet as a gift a bad choice,” Stroud says. “This primarily concerns immunosuppressive conditions.” According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, those families who wish to give pets as gifts to their children have a few additional things to think about. Many
children are too young to properly care for the pet or may lose interest in taking responsibility for it after the novelty has worn off. “The truth is, you’re not buying your kids a pet; you are buying yourself a pet,” Stroud says. “The adult is responsible for the pet, not the child. It’s fine to consider the pet a member of the family. However, when it comes down to legal ownership and responsibility, the pet fully belongs to the parent.” If, after careful consideration, a pet is deemed an appropriate gift for a loved one, Stroud says it’s imperative that the recipient be involved in the selection of the pet. “Picking a pet should be done by the person who will be living with the pet,” Stroud says. “Even young kittens and puppies have distinct personalities. The human and pet need to have compatible personalities in order to have a good relationship, and no one else is going to be able to judge that.” So, before setting sights on gifting a new puppy or kitten, be certain that it’s appropriate and desired.
Important tips for staying safe this season By Karen Marley Winter is filled with dreamy images of ice-skating, skiing and gentle strolls through snowcovered scenery. Equally enticing are long evenings in front of the fire sipping hot cocoa, and reading a good book. But if you’re 50 or older, wintertime gives you a few extra challenges.
Your body
Between snow removal, icy sidewalks, colder temperatures and the vigorous nature of winter sports, many people underestimate the potential dangers of being outdoors in the cold weather. But you shouldn’t hibernate inside all season. Dr. Jillian Schwartz, PT, DPT at Kulp Physical Therapy in Victor, New York, is experienced with the issues that come with the winter season. “Winter is a time where many of us become less active and then spring becomes a mad rush to get in shape,” Schwartz says. “It’s essential that we remain active throughout the winter months despite the cold weather.” But older adults have a more difficult time regulating their internal body temperature than their younger counterparts. Studies have shown that the elderly are more vulnerable to hypothermia. Colder temperatures bring another risk: heart attacks. Cold weather causes arteries to constrict, thus cutting down the f low of blood
through the body demanding even more effort to stay warm. Not to worry, there are many ways to protect yourself in the winter months.
Staying active
If you don’t fancy outdoor snow sports, join a gym. If weather conditions keep you cooped up, get creative. March in place, go up and down stairs or use your body weight for strength training.
Walking on ice
Ice and concrete are a dangerous combination. When confronting this dangerous duo, Schwartz says: • Wear flat shoes with treads. • Stay focused — walking on ice is not the time to be on your phone. Be alert. • Keep your hands where you can see them. “Your hands serve as a protective reflex if you fall,” Schwartz says. And use handrails when available. • Use salt and sand. Add traction with salt or sand on your driveway, walkways and near your mailbox. • Walk like a penguin. Use short, shuffling steps on slippery surfaces.
Snow removal
When it comes to avoiding overstressing your heart during this notorious wintertime activity, the American Heart Association has the following advice: • Take frequent breaks. Pay attention to your breathing and
how your body feels. • Don’t drink alcoholic beverages before or immediately after shoveling. This changes your perception of cold and can mask the strain you are placing on your body. • Consult a doctor. This is a must-do if you have a medical concern, believe you are experiencing symptoms of a medical condition or if snow removal is an increase over your usual activity levels. • Be aware of hypothermia. Dress in layers of warm clothing with breathable fibers. Do not wear cotton. Hats prevent you from losing much of your body’s heat through your head. Schwartz adds to the AHA considerations. • Frequency. It’s better to shovel small amounts of snow many times rather than large amounts infrequently. • Stay hydrated. • Proper body mechanics. Consult with your physical therapist to learn proper and efficient body mechanics for shoveling.
Need for speed
Of course, there many ages 50, 60, 70 and older who love winter for their beloved snow sports. To this active set, make sure you wear your helmet, stay hydrated and regulate your body heat. Winter is a beautiful time, especially when you stay safe and healthy.
Smith Senior Living communities: inpatient rehab promotes faster recovery, eases burden for everyone “One of the biggest benefits of inpatient rehabilitation instead of recovery at home is easing the burden for caregivers,” said Lori Burks, director of Rehabilitation for Smith Crossing, a life plan community in Orland Park, and Smith Village, a life plan community in Chicago’s Beverly-Morgan Park neighborhood. “Younger, healthier caregivers generally take their duties in stride, but for older spouses, the responsibilities of care giving can cause tremendous strain. For those families, inpatient recovery offers a better option.” Smith Crossing residents, Rosemary and Tom Ryan, illustrate different scenarios for at-home and inpatient recovery. Rosemary had two knee replacements before the couple moved to Smith Crossing in November 2012. For those
recoveries, she received at-home care. In March 2017, Rosemary underwent a knee revision to repair her right knee. “My inpatient recovery in Smith Crossing’s rehab wing was much faster for me and far easier on Tom,” said Rosemary. The couple attended their granddaughter’s May graduation in Colorado, and Rosemary drove her share of the way. Smith Crossing and Smith Village both operate open-license, inpatient rehab programs staffed by physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, nurses and certified nursing assistants. For Smith residents as well as non-residents, the communities provide rehab services for recovering from heart attack, heart failure, See SMITH, Page 8
This time of year, produce aisles are brimming with winter squash, leeks, mushrooms, cranberries and a host of other seasonal items. While it may seem more convenient to pop open a can of processed soup, there are actually a number of simple recipes that incorporate a variety of fresh, healthy ingredients for the winter months. Naturopathic physician Dr. Tara Nayak specializes in personalized treatment and nutrition for patients, ranging from those in moderately good health to those battling complex digestive issues and chronic diseases. She recommends several “clean” winter soup recipes that promote healing and overall wellness. Each recipe is rich in vitamins, minerals and probiotics that can help promote better gut health. “The first step to a clean diet is to begin to choose whole foods,” Nayak says. A diet rich in whole foods includes pasture-raised chickens and eggs, grass-fed meat, wild-caught fish and organic produce. Whole food ingredients that Nayak recommends for winter soups include butternut squash, pumpkin, root vegetables, leafy greens, such as collard greens and turnip greens, and sweet
Collard Green Soup This is a healthy twist on a southern classic. The nutrient-rich broth is both healing to the gut and easy on the digestive system. 1. Dice 5 slices of turkey bacon into 1-inch cubes and heat in a large pot for 3 minutes over medium heat. 2. Add 1 tablespoon ghee or olive oil, 1 large diced onion and 3 chopped carrots and sauté until tender. 3. Add 3 large, minced garlic cloves and cook for 3 minutes. 4. Add 2 cups chicken broth and let simmer until the broth has reduced by half. 5. Wash 2 1/2 cups fresh collard greens, remove stems, slice. 6. Add collard greens, 8 cups of water and a pinch of cayenne and bring to a boil for about 1 hour or until the collard greens are extremely soft. Alternative: This can also be done low and slow in a crockpot.
Butternut Squash Soup This is a simple, seasonal soup made from ingredients generally available during the winter months. it is rich in carotenes and a great source of immunesupporting Vitamin a. 1. Melt 3 tablespoons of ghee or butter in a sauté pan. 2. Add 1 large diced red onion, 2 large minced shallots, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger. 3. Cook on low heat until onion and shallots are transparent, about 5 minutes. 4. Peel, seed and chop 2 large butternut squash into uniform size cubes or slices and add to a large crock-pot. 5. Cover butternut squash with 3 cups vegetable stock, 1 cup water (add more as needed to cover squash). 6. Add ghee/onion/shallot mixture to crockpot, cover, cook on low/medium heat until squash is soft, usually about 1 hour. 7. Transfer softened squash to blender and blend until smooth, adding in liquid to desired consistency. 8. For Topping: 1 cup walnuts, 1 cup pumpkin seeds, 1 cup pecans, 1.5 table- spoon maple syrup, cinnamon/nutmeg to taste. Chop nuts and seeds finely, mix with maple syrup, add spices, use as garnish to top each bowl of soup.
Miso Vegetable Soup This soup contains probiotics that support healthy digestion and immunity, as well as mushrooms, which are great for cold and flu prevention. 1. Chop up your favorite soup veggies into uniform-sized large chunks (Nayak uses 2 large celery sticks, 2 large carrots, 1 large onion, and anything she has in the fridge, including green beans, broccoli or spinach). 2. Chop 2 cups of mushrooms of your choice - button, portabella, cremini, shiitake, etc. 3. Sauté veggies and mushrooms with 2 cloves freshly chopped garlic in 1 tablespoon ghee or olive oil until softened but not fully cooked. 4. Add 4 cups of water (enough to cover all veggies) and 2 heaping teaspoons of white miso paste (add more to taste). 5. Cover and let simmer on medium heat until veggies are softened.
Telemedicine brings the doctor’s office to your living room, but be wary of complications By Jackson A. Thomas Doctor visits can be a real pain. But nowadays you might not have to go through the hassle of scheduling and waiting for an appointment. Enter telemedicine. This service involves the use of web, phone or mobile app to consult with your doctor about minor ailments. “It brings convenience and quality to medical visits by eliminating the reliance on urgent care or emergency departments,” says Dr. Timothy M. Howard, a family practitioner in Owens Cross Roads, Alabama, and president of the Teladoc Physicians Professional Association. Telemedicine can be used to treat common medical conditions, such as the cold or flu, pinkeye and upper respiratory infections. “There is also the growing use of telemedicine for behavioral health needs, enabling individuals to access therapists and psychiatrists from the comfort and privacy of their own home,” Howard says.
On-call connections
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Lori Burks, director of rehabilitation services for Smith Village and Smith Crossing, recommends inpatient care as a desirable option for older adults wanting to speed recovery and minimize care-giving burdens for loved ones.
potatoes. All of these are rich in vitamins and minerals and can help support the body’s immune system to prevent cold and flu. “The cleanest diet you can eat is free of processed foods,” Nayak says. “If you eat a diet rich in whole foods your body will be nourished and ultimately feel better.” Nayak’s flavor-filled broths, use of fresh produce and the mix of spices she incorporates into her soup recipes make these dishes delightful to a variety of palates. “I try to use food as medicine to bring my patients a healthy alternative to pills whenever possible,” she says.
Telemedicine isn’t the future of care — it’s already here, and it’s growing in use and recognition, Howard says. “More than ever, consumers are exhibiting reliance on digital health tools,” he says. “It’s the opportunity for people in rural areas, or people with Dr. Ben Bobrow, associate director of the Arizona Emergency Medicine Research Center in Phoenix, created The Pain Project, a teletherapy program and online resource. He says telemedicine is
being used to overcome barriers such as distance, privacy and mobility. “More than 70 percent of health care providers are now using telehealth or telemedicine tools to connect with patients,” Bobrow says. “We are able to provide better care, and patients are happier not having to physically come into the office and wait in a waiting room. More and more patients are learning about telemedicine and are open to the idea.” He says services can be accessed from “virtually anywhere” and from all types of mobile devices. “Video-based telehealth allows a two-way, face-to-face conversation between the client and therapist that provides a close and realistic interaction between doctor and patient,” Bobrow says.
Should you dial in?
Although telemedicine provides plenty of perks, including reduced cost and travel time for patients and providers, both doctors and patients should consider several implications. “Startup costs, maintenance and upgrading of technology can be complicated and expensive,” says Melanie Hardy, assistant director
of genetic counseling services at the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta. “Video connections may be impacted by outside factors — like internet speed, technology capabilities and patient comfort with technology use — coverage for and provision of services may be dependent upon the provider having licensure in many states, a process that can be very time-consuming and expensive.” However, some services are already being covered by insurances, and efforts to increase coverage for telemedicine services are in the works, she says. Costs differ based on the type of telemedicine being utilized. “We could not provide the same level of services without the use of telemedicine,” Hardy says. Every ailment, of course, can’t be fixed via phone or tablet, Howard says, and sometimes you have to stomach the hassle of an inperson appointment. “We can’t do things like fix a broken bone over the phone,” he says. “But in a wide range of cases, telehealth is a viable, safe, effective and high-quality care option. It’s not replacing a doctor visit — it is a doctor visit; it just happens to take place wherever you are.”
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Continued from Page 7 pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), hip/ knee replacement, and coronary artery bypass graft surgery. Their therapy gyms include the latest in equipment, including shower and toilet training facilities for individuals recovering from neurological challenges or orthopedic surgeries. “Each recovery is different, and Smith residents still have the option of choosing at-home care in their apartments,” Burks said, “but for more serious recovery situations, or when loved ones may not be up to the physical tasks of caregiving, inpatient care offers definite advantages.” With at-home care, therapists visit three times or less a week. Inpatient therapy, however, makes it possible to have as many as six therapy sessions each week. “Having more therapy sessions in a shorter span of time can dramatically accelerate recovery time,” Burks said. “Recovery also is safer in a setting that’s properly equipped.” Smith apartments have grab bars in the bathrooms, but many older adults live in homes without them. “Older homeowners don’t realize how expensive it can be just to have a bathroom fitted for their safety,” Burks said. To ensure that Smith Crossing and Smith Village residents maintain strength and ability after rehab ends, both communities offer wellness programs operated by trained coordinators who tailor individual exercise programs and regularly review fitness gains. Karinna Wesley at Smith Village and Michael Clemens at Smith Crossing use fitness assessment tests recommended by the National Institute on Aging. The coordinators both regard regular assessments and annual checkups with physicians as vital to supporting recovery and preventive care. Smith wellness centers also are outfitted with HUR equipment, a leading provider of exercise and fitness equipment designed for older adults. HUR’s software makes it possible to easily address and monitor an individual resident’s fitness needs and goals.
“Residents of Smith communities enjoy some very real advantages in having access to inpatient therapy, and in having wellness programs to address their personal fitness needs so they can continue to improve,” Burks said. To participate in the wellness program, all residents must obtain a doctor’s okay to exercise.
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“Older adults living at home don’t necessarily get that kind of safety consideration at the neighborhood gym,” Burks said. “It’s no surprise many people who come for rehab services often decide to live at a Smith community.”
About Smith Senior Living
Smith Senior Living, a not-
for-profit organization serving older adults, sponsors two life plan communities located in the Southwest sector of Metropolitan Chicago: Smith Village in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood and Smith Crossing in Orland Park, Ill. An innovative leader providing the finest services and care for seniors, Smith established its first
community in 1924, on the same city block where Smith Village stands today. Both LPCs provide spacious independent living residences, and apartments for assisted living, as well as memory support and skilled nursing care. In addition, they offer short-term rehab programs for residents and others
who have had surgery or a medical incident. For more information about how Smith Senior Living can help seniors enjoy their retirement, contact Smith Crossing at 708-326-2308 or SmithCrossing. org, and Smith Village at 773-4747303 or SmithVillage.org.
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