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Tokar asks community to help ‘Our Lady’ By Joe Boyle
Chicago Ridge mayor says it would be ‘crushing’ if school closed
Chicago Ridge Mayor Chuck Tokar had been busy preparing for the 50th anniversary of his graduating class at Our Lady of the Ridge Elementary School when he got the news. “Now we find out that the school will close if we don’t draw more students and raise more money,” the mayor said. “All of a sudden this is of the most importance.” School officials were informed by the Chicago Archdiocese on Jan. 11 that Our Lady of the Ridge, 10859 S. Ridgeland Ave., Chicago Ridge, will close in June
if funding and enrollments figures do not increase. Parents, students, administrators, teachers, business owners and community leaders have to show the archdiocese that those goals will be met by the end of February. “Well, I can’t speak for everybody, but I know about my effort and many other people who realize how important it is to keep Our Lady of the Ridge open,” Tokar said. “This is an election year and I’m dealing with that, but I believe
most of the board knows how crushing it would be for the community if this school closed. We are doing everything in our power to keep it open.” Tokar grew up in Chicago Ridge and is a 1967 graduate of Our Lady of the Ridge. He said his roots are here and Our Lady of the Ridge has played a great part in that. According to Mary Grisolano, media relations volunteer and a graduate of Our Lady of the Ridge, OLOR’s goal was to
raise $250,000 and secure 114 enrolled students by Sunday, Feb. 26. The school has had an enrollment once as high as 196 but those numbers have dwindled over the years. The school currently has 103 students enrolled and has raised over $120,000. With a major phone-a-thon and fundraiser on the horizon, prospects are optimistic, Grisolano said. Despite a recent surge, Tokar cautions all Chicago Ridge residents not to become complacent and to do everything hu-
manly possible to keep the school open. “Look, I’m optimistic,” Tokar said. “We have approached businesses and they have been receptive. Carson’s at the Chicago Ridge Mall has been selling coupon books with some of the proceeds going to Our Lady of the Ridge. The same can be said for Kohl’s at the Chicago Ridge Mall. Associates at Kohl’s at the Mall and three other locations have volunteered to help clean up the school.” Tokar said that Chipotle has been donating half of its profits during specific See OUR LADY, Page 3
St. Laurence studies options that might save Queen of Peace School surveys alumni about going co-ed By Tim Hadac With the clock running down in what has been announced as Queen of Peace High School’s last year ever, a last-minute solution may possibly be coming from no further than next door. St. Laurence High School, Peace’s “brother” school located immediately west at 5556 W. 77th St. in Burbank, is quietly surveying thousands of its alumni and presenting four options relating to possible responses to Queen of Peace’s predicament: • Remain an all-boys school. • Assist current Queen of Peace students, bringing in only current freshmen, sophomores and juniors from Queen of Peace, so that they can finish high school and gradu-
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Elizabeth Nicol (from left), of Crestwood; Jane Workhoven, Oak Forest; and Mary Weierman, Hometown, showed their support for Muslims Friday at The Mosque Foundation in Bridgeview. The women all attend Pilgrim Faith Church in Oak Lawn.
SUPPORTIVE NEIGHBORS Rally at Bridgeview mosque expresses opposition of travel ban Representatives of various religious faiths gathered in the cold Friday afternoon outside The Mosque Foundation in Bridgeview, sharing support for their Muslim brethren and their opposition to President Donald Trump’s travel ban from certain Muslim nations. After a news conference, about 75 people formed what they called “a human chain” along 93rd Street, the south side of the mosque building, holding signs that read “We Support Our Muslim Neighbors.” Representatives of The Presbytery of Chicago, Oak Lawn Clergy and Religious Workers Association, Alianza America and Jewish Voice for Peace joined with members of The Mosque Foundation and Muslim American Society Chicago. Together they chanted slogans like “Love Casts Out Fear” during the rally held outside the mosque while Friday prayers were being said inside. Mosque board member Karen Danielson said religious groups “asked if they could come and show their support during
See ST. LAURENCE, Page 7
Vacant Yellow Freight terminal should appeal to mixed-use developers By Dermot Connolly Chicago Ridge Mayor Chuck Tokar is optimistic about the village’s chances of marketing the largely vacant Harlem Avenue TIF district to developers now that it has been rezoned for regional mixed use. The Village Board unanimously approved the rezoning at a meeting last month. Tokar said then that it was “one of the most important votes” the board had taken in many years, because of the positive economic impact it could have on the village. The largely vacant 105-acre TIF district stretches south from 100rd Street along Harlem Avenue, near-
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ate together. The girls would take their own classes, separate from the boys but in the St. Laurence building. • Implement a “hybrid” model that would bring in current freshmen, sophomores and juniors from Queen of Peace, who would finish their classes separately from boys in those grades; and at the same time begin a transition toward becoming a fully co-ed school with next year’s freshmen class (which could include girls who tested at Queen of Peace this year and are still interested in attending St. Laurence). • Simply go co-ed, starting in the fall of this year. In its email to alumni — as well
ly as far as Southwest Highway. The site is taken up mainly by the 70-acre former Yellow Freight property, which is now owned by Chippewa Motor Freight Inc. “The regional mixed-use designation permits a lot of different types of development, including entertainment, retail, and residential — except for a trucking terminal. So I think Chippewa will be in the market to sell,” the mayor said during an interview on Monday. Tokar predicted that if the property does get successfully developed, the village could even restart its property tax rebate See DEVELOPERS, Page 8
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Rev. Adam Malak, pastor of Faith United Presbyterian Church in Tinley Park, spoke in support of Muslims impacted by the travel ban Friday at The Mosque Foundation.
our Friday prayer.” Trump’s travel ban “is dividing families,” said Danielson, who told of a girl, a senior at Stagg High School in Palos Hills, who just learned her father, living in Syria, has been told he can’t enter the United States and join his family after five years apart.
“We thought our country represented (inclusion) and not we’re told by executive order that it doesn’t,” Danielson said. “This is not what America is about and that’s why people are joining us today.” Judge James Robart has since ruled See RALLY, Page 7
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Chicago Ridge officials expect the recent rezoning to regional mixed use of a 105-acre TIF district, that includes the vacant Yellow Freight terminal at 103rd and Harlem Avenue, will lead to much-needed incomegenerating redevelopment.
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POLICE REPORTS Chicago Ridge Battery off nse Breisha Bennett, 20, of the 14500 block of South Ellis Avenue, Dolton, was charged with two counts of battery following a disturbance at the Animal Welfare League, 10305 Southwest Highway, at 9:15 p.m. last Thursday. Police said she struck one employee in the face during an argument, and hit another employee who stepped in to break up the fight. She is due in court on March 21.
Criminal trespassing Michael Bennett, 55, of the 10600 block of South Central Avenue, Chicago Ridge, was charged with criminal trespassing and other offenses after police were called to The Crossing Bar & Grill, 10236 S. Ridgeland Ave., at 7:59 p.m. Saturday. Police said they responded to a report of a highly intoxicated person refusing to leave. He was also cited for battery to a police officer and resisting arrest because police said he pushed one of the officers and resisted being handcuffed when police escorted him outside. He was held for a bond hearing. He was due in court on Tuesday.
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Mike Abdallah, the 2016 recipient of the Oak Lawn Chamber’s “Business Person for 2016,” receives his award last month from Vicki Scanlon, of Standard Bank, the 2015 recipient of the honor, during the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce’s Installation of Officers and Dinner last month.
Oak Lawn Chamber honors business owner for service to community Mike Abdallah, of Style 95 Barber Shop, was honored as the recipient of the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce’s “Outstanding Chamber Member and Business Person for 2016” at the chamber’s 71st annual installation of officers and dinner last month at the Hilton Oak Lawn. The installation was led by Dr. Sandra Bury, the Oak Lawn mayor. Abdallah has been a business owner in Oak Lawn for the past 15 years, and is highly involved in the chamber and many local charities. He currently owns Style 95 Barber Shop in the heart of Oak Lawn on 95th Street. Even though Abdallah works long hours, he frequently takes time to give back to the community, chamber representatives said. He is responsible for bringing many new members into the chamber through his service as director and as a member of the Ambassador Committee. His work for the betterment of the community makes a difference for the chamber and other charitable organizations. He vol-
unteers for the Betunia Social Center, Betunia Club and the American Palestinian Counsel, to name a few. The 2016 Business Award winner is most known for building bridges and good will. He has hosted small breakfasts and continually offers opportunities for cultural awareness, according the chamber. He is proud of his community, proud to be an American, and proud to stand up for what is right. When police officers were targeted for violence in Dallas, Abdallah was so distraught that he reached out to his friends in the Palestinian community to collect thousands of dollars for families of victims. He wanted them to know that they stand with those who support and protect us, especially our officers in Oak Lawn. “We honor them by showing support for those who have been targeted so cruelly,” said Abdallah. To learn more about the chamber, visit www.oaklawnchamber. com.
Retail theft Sahar Khufash, 31, of the 8800 block of South Austin Avenue, Oak Lawn, was charged with retail theft at Kohl’s in Chicago Ridge Mall at 2:15 p.m. Feb. 1. Police said she took cosmetics worth $90. She is due in court on Feb. 27.
Suspended license • Ashhraf Zaved, 36, of the 5100 block of Bellaire Road, Oak Forest, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 111th Street and Princess Avenue at 11:12 p.m. Friday. Police said he was also cited for driving without insurance, speeding and improper lane usage. He is due in court on Feb. 27. • Samuel Parker, 53, of the 9100 block of South Wentworth Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 1:18 a.m. Sunday at 99th Street and Harlem Avenue. Police said he was also cited for improper lane usage. He is due in court on Feb. 27.
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and fled on foot. • Bradley Dunlap, 23, of Dyer, Ind., was charged with possession of a controlled substance following a traffic stop at 5:49 p.m. Jan. 27, in the 9500 block of South Pulaski Road. Police said he was arrested by police conducting an investigation, and was carrying 29.7 grams of methamphetamines. He was also charged with delivery of a controlled substance, another felony.
DUI charge Michael Bliss, 25, of Evergreen Park, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol after police said he was found slumped over the wheel of his car at 3:17 a.m. in an alley in the 3100 block of West 99th Street. Police said he was also cited for driving without a license, no insurance, and stopping where prohibited.
Weapons charge Dwayne Chambers, 51, of Hickory Hills, was charged with unlawful use of a weapon following a traffic stop at 8:17 a.m. Jan. 30, in the 3400 block of West 87th Street. Police said he was carrying a concealed stun gun. He was also cited for driving on a suspended license, improper lane usage and using a cellphone while driving.
Retail theft • Benvenuto Hernandez, 49, of Evergreen Park, was charged with retail theft at Speedway, 3040 W. 95th St., at 6:15 p.m. Feb. 1. Police said he took food and miscellaneous items worth $19. • Brandon Spann, 43, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft at Walmart, 2500 W. 95th St., at 1:34 p.m. Jan. 28. Police said he took 21 DVDs and CDs worth $280 in total. • Mohammad Faraj, 24, of Tinley Park, was charged with retail theft at 1:55 p.m. Jan. 31 at Carson’s, 9700 S. Western Ave. Police said he took five items of clothing valued at $183.97. He was also charged with battery for pushing a security guard who tried to stop him.
Hickory Hills License charges • Rogelio J. Perez, 52, of the 1400 block of North Avers Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving on an expired license following a traffic stop at 3:46 p.m. Saturday in the 9500 block of South Roberts Road. Police said he was also cited for driving without insurance and suspended registration. He is due in court on March 9. • Deandre F. McKinney, 26, of the 8700 block of West 85th Place, Justice, was charged with driving without a valid license following a traffic stop at 12:10 p.m. Feb. 1 in the 8300 block of West 87th Street. Police said he was also cited for failing to signal when required. He was held awaiting bond. • Roberto Ramirez, 24, of the 8700 block of South 81st Avenue, Hickory Hills, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 1:36 p.m. Jan. 26 in the 8800 block of South Roberts Road. Police said he also cited for driving without insurance. He is due in court on Feb. 14. • Ernest D. Thurston, 47, of the 14500 block of South Michigan
Avenue, Riverdale, was charged with driving on a revoked license following a traffic stop at 1:52 p.m. Jan. 30 in the 7800 block of West 94th Street. Police said he was also cited for failure to signal when required. Court information was not available.
Oak Lawn Drug possession Fabian Cazares, 18, of Chicago, was charged with felony possession of cannabis with intent to deliver following a traffic stop at 4:56 p.m. Jan. 28 in the 9000 block of South Cicero Avenue. Police said 22.5 grams of marijuana packaged for sale were found in his pockets and in the car. Two electronic scales with cannabis residue, and 27 small plastic bags commonly used to package drugs were found, police said. He was also cited for making an improper turn, driving without insurance and felony possession of cannabis with intent to deliver. He was held for a bond hearing.
DUI charge Juan L. Peinado-Ramirez, 22, of Chicago Ridge, was charged with felony aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic stop at 2:18 a.m. Jan. 30 in the 5500 block of West 111th Street. Police said he cut off a police car when making a turn, nearly causing an accident. He was also cited for an improper turn, driving without a license, and illegal transportation and possession of alcohol beverages. Two bottles of beer, one open, were found in the cup holder of the center console, beside the driver. He was held for a bond hearing.
Disorderly conduct Deshaun D. Earls, 23, of Chicago, was charged with disorderly conduct following a disturbance at 9:22 p.m. Jan. 26 at Friday’s, 5420 W. 95th St. Police said that he became angry and threw a handful of gift cards taken from a display. Police said Earls did this after being told he could not pick up an order made online because he did not have a photo ID and the credit card used to pay for the food, as required.
Outstanding warrant Crystal M. Youssef, 23, of Bridgeview, was arrested on an outstanding Oak Lawn warrant at 2:17 a.m. Feb. 1 at Motel 6, 9625 S. 76th Ave., in Bridgeview. Police said they were called to the scene by Bridgeview police when they discovered she was wanted on a warrant issued Jan. 17 for criminal damage to property. She was held awaiting bond and is due in court on March 15.
License charges • Jabari A. Johnson, 41, of Chicago Ridge, was charged with driving on an expired license following a property damage accident at 3:20 p.m. Jan. 27 at 108th Street and Cicero Avenue. Police said he was also cited for improper backing. He is due in court on March 15. • Latoya M. Boyd, 31, of Evergreen Park, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 9:28 p.m. Jan. 27 at 87th Avenue and 49th Court. Police said she was also cited for driving without headlights. She is due in court
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Palos Hills DUI charge Juan Castro, 21, of Chicago, was charged with aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic stop at 1:30 a.m. Sunday in the 8700 block of South LaGrange Road. Police said he was also cited for aggravated speeding, driving without a license, improper lane usage, and improper transportation of alcohol and driving without headlights when required. He was held for a bond hearing on Monday.
Car theft A vehicle was reported stolen from outside the Shell gas station, 10300 S. Harlem Ave., at 1 a.m. last Thursday. Police said an unknown person drove off in the vehicle, which was left unlocked and running. It was later recovered in Chicago.
Aggravated speeding • Barah Kaleel, 18, of Orland Park, was charged with aggravated speeding following a traffic stop at midnight on Saturday in the 11400 block of Southwest Highway. Police said she was driving more than 25 mph over the speed limit. She is due in court on March 3. • Tressa Cacciato, 19, of Orland Park, was charged with aggravated speeding more than 25 mph over the speed limit at midnight Saturday in the 11400 block of Southwest Highway. She is due in court on March 3. • Mohammed Salman, 34, of Chicago, was charged with aggravated speeding following a traffic stop at 10 p.m. Saturday in the 10500 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said he was driving 25 mph over the speed limit. He was also cited for improper lane usage and failure to signal when required. He is due in court on March 3.
Battery off nse Michael Wojcik, 24, of Hickory Hills, was charged with battery following a disturbance at 5 a.m. Saturday in the 9900 block of South Hill Terrace. Police said he injured a woman, causing redness and bleeding, after an argument turned physical in a parking lot on the block. He is due in court on March 3.
Worth Suspended license charges • Mario E. Vargas, 19, of the 1500 block of South 59th Court, Cicero, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 7:37 a.m. Jan. 27 in the 10600 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said he was also cited for unlawful use of a cellphone and driving without insurance. He is due in court on Feb. 16. • Emma M. Taylor, 31, of the 200 block of East 108th Street, Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop in the 6600 block of West 111th Street. Police said she was also cited for speeding and driving without insurance. She is due in court on Feb. 16. • Manuel Sanchez-Luviano, 44, of the 2000 block of West 119th Street, Blue Island, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 10:48 a.m. Jan. 28 in the 6800 block of West 107th Street. Police said he was also cited for failure to display a registration sticker. He is due in court on Feb. 16. • Jamol D. Martin, 32, of the 14600 block of South Keystone Avenue, Midlothian, was charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license following a traffic stop at 9:43 a.m. Saturday in the 10800 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said he was also cited for improper use of an electronic device while driving, tinted front and side windows, and driving without insurance. He is due in court on Feb. 16.
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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The Reporter
Our Lady of the Ridge supporters need to go to battle for their school
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upporters of Our Lady of the Ridge Elementary School in Chicago Ridge are doing everything possible to keep the school’s doors open. I’m not sure what their odds are, but at least they have a chance. At this point, you have to accept the fact the Chicago Archdiocese has sent out a warning that the school could close if they are unable to raise enough money and increase enrollment at Our Lady of the Ridge. St. Louis de Montfort Elementary School in Oak Lawn did not have that opportunity. Unfortunately, the enrollment numbers at the school had continued to plummet over the years. Administrators there probably saw no alternative. But I always feel sorry for the parents who send their children to these schools and then receive the shocking news. Joe The announcement to close St. Louis de Boyle Montfort came on Jan. 11, which is the same day that Our Lady of the Ridge received its warning. I have brought this up to several supporters and parents who have children attending Our Lady of the Ridge. The archdiocese believes there is hope that this school can remain open. While the enrollment numbers have been low at Our Lady of the Ridge the past few years, there does seem to be an organized effort from the school administration and the parents. That is a positive sign. The school also held an open house on Sunday, Jan. 29 to begin Catholic Schools Week. Banners could be found in front of the school mentioning the open house. Banners and signs also could be seen touting the positive aspects of the school. It always is difficult to say how the Chicago Archdiocese is leaning when it comes to closing schools. Queen of Peace, an all-girls high school in Burbank, is closing in June due to low enrollment numbers that the archdiocese believes will not turn around. Many parents and students found out through a series of robocalls on the night of Jan. 24. I have seen many Catholic schools close within the past 16 years. The archdiocese usually has indicated that it would like to seen an enrollment at or near 225. But that is not always the case. I think it often comes down to what impact the school has on the surrounding community. And whether the staff and parents at Our Lady of the Ridge raise enough money to validate staying open. Sr. Stephanie Kondik, principal at Our Lady of the Ridge, gushes when she talks about the parents and the students at the school. She has served as principal there for 23 years and believes the students receive a better education at Our Lady of the Ridge. Sr. Stephanie said she and the staff know the students by name. She added that the appeal of Our Lady of the Ridge is that it is a close-knit family. Chicago Ridge Mayor Chuck Tokar, a 1967 graduate of Our Lady of the Ridge, believes the school is like the heart of the community. For residents who have been raised in Chicago Ridge, Our Lady of the Ridge is important even if they did not attend the school. Tokar is confident that the archdiocese will allow Our Lady of the Ridge another chance because parents, community leaders and the business community have been raising money to keep it open. The money aspect is important. I have seen some schools close whose enrollment numbers were higher but they had long-lasting debts. And some of the schools have closed because the archdiocese determined they could not sustain enrollment growth. But I have also seen schools with low enrollments that were able to raise lots of cash and remain open. St. Christopher School, 14611 S. Keeler Ave., Midlothian, was supposed to close at the end of 2014. But through an aggressive marketing campaign and the fact that supporters were able to raise money through businesses and donations, St. Christopher has remained open. And this was a school that seemed certain to close. But graduates, the school staff and even the students fought against the odds and were able to convince the archdiocese to keep St. Christopher open. So there is a precedent for Our Lady of the Ridge. The two key aspects are raising enough money and coming up with a long-term strategy to keep Our Lady of the Ridge viable. The archdiocese needs to be convinced that enough students will continue to go to the school and that the community will remain involved. The archdiocese has given Our Lady of the Ridge a chance. I think it believes it’s a school worth preserving. It is now up to the school staff, the parents and the community. Without Our Lady of the Ridge, there would be no Catholic elementary school serving Chicago Ridge and nearby Worth. Our Lady of the Ridge is needed in this community. I believe the archdiocese will ultimately agree. Joe Boyle is the editor of The Reporter. He can be reached at thereporter@comcast.net.
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hours to raise funds for Our Lady of the Ridge. Chili’s has given percentages of their profits from fundraising efforts that were held leading up to the Super Bowl to assist the school. Jenny’s Steakhouse has donated 15 percent of what it makes on specific weekdays for Our Lady of the Ridge, the mayor added. A big fundraising event for Our Lady of the Ridge will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 at 115 Bourbon Street, 3359 W. 115th St., Merrionette Park. The fee is $35 for food and refreshments. Entertainment and raffles will be provided. Tokar plans to be in attendance, along with other village officials and business and community leaders. The mayor said it will be a good time and alumni should also attend in an effort to help out the school. A video has been produced that includes alumni and civic leaders talking about how important Our Lady of the Ridge is to the community. Tokar can be seen in the video explaining the benefits of keeping the school open. “The thing about it is that I didn’t know is that Our Lady of the Ridge draws from 12 public school districts,” said Tokar. “I was talking to someone who graduated from here and has moved
but sends their children here. She told me she usually doesn’t leave when she drops off her kids. She shops in the area at several places, like Jack and Pat’s, for instance. “This is important for business as well. These people shop here and are part of the community. Losing the school would be dreadful.” The archdiocese has not indicated which way it is leaning. It would prefer an enrollment of about 225, but there are other factors besides class sizes. The archdiocese would like to see a strategy set up to keep the school open not for just this year, but for years to come. Our Lady of the Ridge opened in 1954 and has served not only Chicago Ridge but nearby Worth, which does not have a Catholic grade school. Students also have attended Our Lady of the Ridge from Alsip, Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood and Oak Lawn. While Tokar is not certain of the outcome, he remains confident. “I sat at the table during a recent committee meeting and I heard a lot of great ideas on how to keep the school open,” Tokar said. “We have a lot of go-getters here and that’s what we need. I believe there is a chance. They are halfway to their goal right now.” Residents who would like to help keep Our Lady of the Ridge open can go to hp://www.olorschool.org/help.
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Two sixth-grade students at Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School in Oak Lawn program program their Lego robots. Students used the popular block toys to build and program their own robots using Lego Mindstorms. Lego Mindstorms are the educational, programmable robots that the toy company distributes. Thanks to a mini grant from the EdFoundation, instructor Brian Jurinek was able to bring STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) classes to life.
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Microbrewery will open this summer By Dermot Connolly
Chicago Ridge’s thirst for new and different businesses will be quenched somewhat by a Hickory Hills man’s plan to open a microbrewery in the village this summer. As soon as trustees passed the resolution approving the sale of a village-owned piece of property at 10215 S. Harlem Ave. during the village board meeting on Tuesday, Mayor Chuck Tokar and new owner Zack Judickas signed the paperwork making it official. “This is a piece of property the village purchased some time ago, and we’re selling it for more than we bought it for,” noted Tokar. Judickas said he plans to open One Allegiance Brewing Co., on the site. “We would like to open in July, but that depends on getting all the state permits,” the new owner said after the meeting. A graduate of Stagg High School who went on to earn a business degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago, Judickas said he got his start brewing beer at home as a hobby. “Then I started working for other breweries before deciding to open my own,” he explained on Tuesday. “Zack has been extraordinarily persistent in looking for a site in
Chicago Ridge,” said Tokar, explaining how Judickas had come to the village with his idea more than a year ago. Judickas looked at sites on 111th Street but found they weren’t big enough for his needs. “This site is an ideal location,” he said. Judickas said the property a few doors down from the Glendora House includes a warehouse in the back where the beers will be brewed, as well as the building in front that will become the bar area. “We’re going to have a minimum of eight beers on tap, all brewed on site,” said Judickas. He said that while there is no space for a kitchen, packaged foods will be available.Menu items from local restaurants also may also be featured. Also discussed at the meeting was the importance of the benefit for cash-strapped Our Lady of the Ridge School, being held from 2 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 at 115 Bourbon Street, 3359 W. 115th St., Merrionette Park. Trustee Bruce Quintos will be providing a lot of the musical entertainment at the benefit, performing with the Pipes & Drums of the Emerald Society, which he serves as musical director. He also will be playing rock and rockabilly music with his other band, Rico Quinn.
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No snow, no problem at Evergreen Park’s Family Flake Fest There was no snow on the ground, but that did not stop the Family Flake Fest from drawing a large crowd to Evergreen Park on Saturday. The event was held at Yukich Field, the Daniel V. Capuano Ice Rink and
the Evergreen Park Fire Department at 9000 S. Kedzie Ave. The fest began Saturday morning with the Artie Kerr Pre-Hockey Clinic, which was followed by a Youth Speed Skating Classic at the Capuano Rink.
Ice sculpting took place near the ice rink and drew a number of families and children who were interested in viewing the work. Inside the fire department, a variety of activities were going on simultaneously.
A bake sale, cookie decorating, Flake Fest Crafts and face painting were offered. The introduction of members of the Evergreen Park High School Snow Queen and Court also took place. The Little Company of Mary Hospital Education
Center was present to answer questions and to provide pamphlets on health to visitors. A free open skate was also offered. Adults and kids were also served popcorn and cocoa. Kids and adults took part in the free ice skating event held Saturday afternoon at the Daniel V. Capuano Ice Rink. This was one of several activities offered at the village’s Family Flake Fest.
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Snowman crafts and images of toy soldiers were present Saturday at the Evergreen Park Fire Department for the village’s Family Flake Fest.
Junior Dominique McBride (right), 17, the Evergreen Park Community High School Snow Queen, is joined by a member of her court, junior Samariah Jones, 17, at the Family Flake Fest Saturday. The two students met visitors at the Evergreen Park Fire House.
Shannon Nelson hammers nails into her spinning box under the careful instruction of her mother, Faith Nelson, Saturday at the Family Flake Fest in Evergreen Park. The completed spinning box is used to hold pens and pencils and can be spun in a circle.
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Resale shops in the southwest suburbs. Residents can visit the Neat Repeats Resale stores at 9028 W 159th St., Orland Park, or 7026 W. 111th St., Worth, to get an idea of what an impact volunteers make in the community. Volunteers will work five hours a week and help make a difference in the lives of victims of domestic violence. All sales at Neat Repeats Resale benefit the clients served by the Crisis Center for South Suburbia. The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is a non-profit community organization that provides emergency shelter and other services for individuals and families victimized by domestic abuse. More information can be obtained by calling the Orland Park store, (708) 364-7605, or the Worth facility, (708) 361-6860.
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News and events from our archives Call for smoking ban at Worth board meetings • 50 years ago
From the Feb. 9, 1967 issue The story: A call for a smoking ban by a local resident for the Worth Village Board meetings was met with silence by most of the trustees during a recent session. Walter Sundquist, a non-smoker, has petitioned the board on numerous occasions to enforce a no smoking ban at board meetings. His latest request received no initial response. Sundquist arrived at the most recent meeting with a corn-cob pipe, a package of surgical cotton he was going to use as smoking material, and a “plug” of chewing tobacco. He promised to donate spittoons to the village if the addicted tobacco users would switch to the chewing variety. He also came with a no smoking sign he was prepared to donate. Sundquist began to smoke his cotton-filled pipe that quickly drew gasps from smokers and nonsmokers alike. Trustee Walter Urbaniak agreed with Sundquist that smoking should be banned from Worth board meetings. But no one seconded his motion and the request died. Sundquist said he would continue to petition for a smoking ban at the meetings.
Palos Hills police chief wants healthier officers • 25 years ago
From the Feb. 6, 1992 issue The story: Palos Hills Police Chief Sam Nelson would like to help his police officers to be healthier in mind and body, and last week he presented a proposal to encourage having healthier officers at the city council’s committee of the whole meeting. Nelson said Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills has offered Building 400 on its campus that totals 2,500 square feet for the police department’s use as a physical fitness center, classrooms and storage facility for its records. The quote: “A physical fitness program in Palos Hills will mean a reduction of medical retirements because of failing health, a reduction of insurance costs and time saved from policemen taking days off because of health reasons,” Nelson said.
Officials request guardrails at Oak Ridge Elementary • 10 years ago
From the Feb. 8, 2007 issue The story: Officials at Oak Ridge Elementary School in Palos Hills want a guardrail or other barrier installed between school property and 88th Avenue. The safety of children on the school property, 8791 W. 103rd St., is a concern for some parents and residents who live nearby because a curb is the only barrier between two roads and a parking lot and grassy area where children can play. Oak Ridge is bounded by 88th Avenue and 103rd Street, which are both maintained by Cook County. The quote: “We have to protect our children, this is our responsibility,” said Ald. Renee Dollah (4th Ward).
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Evergreen Park approves the sale of property for proposed medical center By Sharon L. Filkins
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The clue for this week’s Whatizit photo (above) is: Local community. Send your responses with your name and hometown by noon Monday to thereporter@comcast.net. Evergreen Park resident Rich Rahn was the lone reader to answer last week’s quiz correctly. The answer was the Evergreen Park Senior Center, 9547 S. Homan Ave. Rich also knew that this was the former Christian Reformed Church in Evergreen Park. He pointed to the large glass windows in front of the facility. The windows add a distinct aspect to the former church, which also features a marquee in front of the building that indicates it is the Evergreen Park Senior Center. The Evergreen Park Senior Citizens hold regular meetings and luncheons at the location.
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The Evergreen Park Village Board granted approval Monday night for the sale of property at 3451 W. 95th St., which includes a Pearle Vision store and the surrounding parking. Mayor James Sexton said the purchasing group, identified only as 3545 W. 95th St. LLC, plans to increase the parking spaces for a proposed medical center to be located in the former Walgreen’s building. Trustee Mark Marzullo commented that the combination of the proposed medical center and the current Pearle Vision store was a good fit for the site. Also approved were major purchases for the police department, giving the go-ahead to Police Chief Michael Saunders to purchase six squad cars from Currie Motors at a cost
of $168,588, a prisoner transport vehicle at $87,195, and a unit for the community service officer at $33,920. Saunders stated they were all budgeted items with the exception of the prisoner transport, which will be funded with confiscated drug money. He also said the purchase prices at Currie Motors were lower than going through the state purchase program. The Public Works Department also got a green light to purchase a tandem snow plow/ dump/salt truck at a cost of $87,789. Public Works Director Bill Lorenz said he plans to sell the current used 1994 truck for $6,000. Sexton joked with Lorenz saying, “It’s 45 degrees today and we have had no snow and you want to buy a snow plow?” Trustee Mary Keane countered with “He’s buying it so that it won’t snow.”
Two payments were also approved to Novotny Engineering for various village services in the amounts of $11,960 and $24,515. Four business applications were approved. The approved businesses are Brown’s Chicken, which is under new management at 3414 W. 95th St.; Five Below, Inc., (retail sale of items $5 and below) at 9680 S. Western Ave.; A Shade Above (window covering/design and home décor, with coffee bar) at 3545 W. 99th St.; and Adelaido Sanchez and Margarito Rodriguez for a junker license for scrap metal. In response to a query from Trustee James McQuillan concerning the license for Sanchez and Rodriguez, Sexton stated that he had cautioned them that there could be no storage on their property. “Everything will be transported out on a daily basis,” Sexton said.
SXU to host Spring Internship & Job Fair The St. Xavier University 2017 Spring Internship and Job Fair will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24 in the university’ s Shannon Center, 3700 W. 103rd St., Chicago. Employers will recruit for full-time, part-time and internship positions in various industries. Attendees are advised to dress professionally and bring many copies of their resumes. At left, students are accompanied by the SXU mascot, Champ the Cougar, during the 2016 Spring Internship and Job Fair. For more information, contact the Office of Career Services at (773) 298-3131.
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Palos Hills residents will once again see a spike in their water bills, but the percentage increase this year will not come near the double-digit hikes homeowners had become accustomed to in the past. Ald. Mark Brachman (2nd Ward) told the council on Feb. 2 the new water rate will be announced during the meeting in two weeks, and will take into account the increase passed along from Oak Lawn and the projected increase from the City of the Chicago as well as a slight markup from Palos Hills to cover its maintenance costs. While Chicago’s increase will not be officially announced until the summer, Brachman said the hike is expected to be in accordance with the estimated increase of the consumer price index plus operational costs, which is expected to come around to about 1.7 percent. The increase Oak Lawn is passing down to Palos Hills is “fractions of a penny,” according to Public Works Commissioner Dave Weakley. Palos Hills is one of several southwest municipalities that receive Lake Michigan water from Chicago via Oak Lawn. “By contract with Oak Lawn, Chicago has agreed that they are going to use CPI plus operational costs and they indicated those [operational costs] could be two or three tenths of a percentage,” Weakley said. “The days of the double digit increases are over.” Those increases in the recent past ranged from about 14 percent to 25 percent, and were
used to cover “significant improvements” to Chicago’s water system, Weakley said. Palos Hills issues its water bills monthly, and residents will notice the increase in February’s bill. Weakley said the rate increase is typically passed onto the January bill but given this year’s increase is small and he was waiting on more information from Chicago, he opted to hold off for a month. Palos Hills has a 4,000 gallon minimum for its water bill and the current rate is $9.37 per thousand gallons, Weakley said. Residents are then charged $9.37 for every 1,000 gallons they use over the minimum. “We don’t have a multi-tiered system where the more you buy the more you pay,” Weakley said. “That’s a penalty-driven system so we just go with a flat rate.” Weakley said Palos Hills has budgeted $100,000 each of the past two years for improvements to the city’s water system, which is around 55 years old. “I would rate the condition of our water system as a ‘C’ on an ‘A’ to ‘F’ scale,” he said. “It’s about average and in need of maintenance. We have the operating budget in place so we can be proactive rather than reactive.” Palos Park, Chicago Ridge, Orland Hills and Oak Forest are among the other municipalities that receive water from Oak Lawn. In other news, Palos Hills officials took another step toward acquiring the property that currently houses the long vacated Palos Olympic Health & Racquetball Club. Aldermen voted 7-0 to pass an ordinance to
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send to the Cook County Board of Commissioners requesting participation in the county’s 2017 No Cash Bid Program for the purpose of acquiring the 1.8-acre property at 11050 S. Roberts Road. The program is designed to help municipalities in acquiring tax delinquent property for reuse as private development and tax reactivation or for tax exempt municipal use. Aldermen Pauline Stratton (2nd Ward), Ricky Moore (4th Ward) and Joe Marrotta (4th Ward) were absent. In a letter penned by City Attorney George Pappas to Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle that will accompany the ordinance, Pappas wrote “the terrible condition of the building poses a significant risk to the safety of children living in the area.” Pappas also stated the city “intends to demolish the building, restore the land and keep and maintain it as open land or a park for the benefit of the community.” The cost to demolish the building would likely run in the $90,000 to $110,000-range, Palos Hills Mayor Gerald Bennett said. If a developer was interested in purchasing the land the city would have the option to petition the county for the right to sell, Bennett has previously stated. It is believed the city would at the very minimum break even if they sold the property at a later date. The property currently has $300,000 in back taxes and no taxes were paid on it in 2015. Palos Hills should learn by the early spring whether the county has accepted the request, Pappas said.
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By Steven Landek
It was 11.39 a.m. on January 25th, 2017, just 20 minutes before Governor Bruce Rauner was to deliver his “State of the State” address. The Senate floor was buzzing in anticipation of the speech and the media was rustling. There was only one piece of legislation to vote on that morning, and it was important, Senate Bill 14, the long-awaited Chicago Pension Reform measure. Senate Bill 14 (SB14) was agreed to by all the unions and by Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, and it had what appeared to be bi-partisan support. It was unprecedented and true reform. It calls for pension reductions, increased employee contributions, a Chicago hike in taxes to fund the pension — all of the elements of reform that have been demanded by everyone. Most importantly, it included all of the elements the governor has been demanding it include for months. SB14 passed out of the Senate Executive Committee, shepherded through by Senate President John Cullerton. Democrats and Republicans all joined to pass SB14 from committee. The bill arrived on the Senate Floor and no one rose to oppose it. Senate President Cullerton stood up to applaud the bi-partisan cooperation of Democrats and Republicans, citing the full support of all the unions and the city. Finally, cooperation on pension reform has resulted in an agreement and everything that the Chicago media has been hollering about and the governor has demanded. It was all there. Pension reform, finally, for all to see. But as soon as the vote to approve it was called, the true colors of Governor Rauner became visible. All the Democrats voted for the bill, along with only two brave Republicans. All of the other Republicans either refused to cast a vote or they voted No. So what happened? Where did all that love and cooperation for the upcoming “grand bargain” go? Not one Republican spoke against it and yet 95 percent of the Republicans voted against it, because they were told to do so by Rauner. Word came down before the vote from the Governor’s Office on the second floor ordering “his” Republican Party to kill the bill. Kill the bill? Really? Apparently, when real reform is within grasp, it clearly doesn’t fit the governor’s narrative of a “do nothing” legislature. Perhaps the governor’s paranoid insecurities took shape and he saw the hand of House Speaker Michael Madigan in the Senate? Even more reason to kill the bill in Rauner’s mind. As it all goes that is typical hypocrisy, practiced at times by both sides. However, in less than 40 minutes after Rauner’s nonsense was displayed on the Senate floor, you could hear Governor Rauner cry out for “more co-operation” between both parties, and calling on “Republicans and Democrats” in the Senate to “work together.” That is right. Less than 40 minutes before the governor killed SB14, Republicans were praising it as “good pension reform” in an unusual show of cooperation. As one of them told me, “this isn’t a perfect bill, but it gets us 90 percent there. If all pension bills were this good, I would vote for all of them,” the Republican Senator said. If the Chicago media wasn’t in the pocket of the governor and well-heeled business types, they might have reported it. But they did not. Rather than be objective, the news media wants controversy and has been fueling Rauner’s rejectionism to create “big headlines” of doom and gloom. That’s what the media sells. True pension reform was killed by Governor Rauner just so Rauner can continue his phony mantra that the news media parrots of “bad legislators” and “good governor.” Good pension reform made it out of the Senate, no thanks to the governor, and the news media was silent. Forty minutes later in his state of the state speech, the governor extols the virtues of “cooperation” and he encouraged senators to work together. All I can say is, what a phony. If Speaker Madigan had done such a thing, so obvious and so hypocritical, the Chicago media would have howled for days about “Madigan Rule” and the ruinous condition of the state. Instead, the dishonest media had one of their own do the dirty work for them, and all I heard was the bleating of the sheep. Steven Landek is the Senator from the 11th Illinois Senate District. He is also the Mayor of the Village of Bridgeview.
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Happy Birthday, Mr. Lincoln By Don C. White Most of you know the story of Abraham Lincoln’s birth and early childhood. It is a story worth retelling as we honor him on Feb. 12, his 208th birthday. Lincoln was born in Hardin County, Ky., of parents that he later said “were both born in Virginia of undistinguished families.” Thomas, his father, was born in 1778. Nancy Hanks, his mother, was born in 1784. Thomas and Nancy were married on June 12, 1806. They had two other children besides Abraham. Daughter Sarah was born 1807, and died in 1828 while giving birth. Son Thomas was born in 1812 and died in infancy. The Lincoln’s moved a few times during Abraham’s early years. While living in Spencer County, Ind., his mother died. Nine-year-old Abraham helped his father build her coffin. In 1819, Thomas Lincoln married widow Sarah Bush Johnston and she and her three children came to live with Sarah and Abraham Lincoln. In 1830, the Lincoln clan moved to an area near Decatur, Ill. A year later Thomas decided to move the family 100 miles south to Coles County, Ill. Young Mr. Lincoln was ready to strike out on his own. Lincoln, his stepbrother and a cousin were hired by Denton Offut to transport a flatboat of goods down the Mississippi River to New Orleans. Lincoln impressed Offut and he was offered a job as clerk in his new store in New Salem, Ill., when he returned from New Orleans. So, at the age of 22, 6’4 and about 180 pounds, Lincoln was ready to take center stage in the world. Well, not quite. His skills, such as they were, consisted mostly of anything to do with manual labor. His time spent in New Salem was filled with hard work and study. Yes, study! This time is what I call his college years. He did not attend a school, but he read anything he could get his hands on. He was tutored by the local school teacher, Mentor Graham, and Justice of the Peace, Squire Green, taught him the basics contracts and legal forms. Feeling at home in New Salem, Lincoln decided to put his name in the ring and run for a seat in the Illinois House. This he did but he soon enlisted in the state militia to fight in the Black Hawk War. This is where he met John Todd Stuart, a cousin of Mary Todd. (She was unknown to Lincoln at this time.) Stuart was a lawyer in Springfield and he encouraged Lincoln to study for the law and lent him books from his library. While serving in the militia, Lincoln was unable to campaign, so his first try at public office fell short. This was the only time he was defeated by a vote of the people. Offut’s store had closed, so upon Lincoln’s return he held a variety of jobs. He and William Berry became partners in their own store at a cost of $750. This store did not last long either and when Berry died, Lincoln assumed their debts. It took him many years to pay it off. In May of 1833, President Jackson appointed Lincoln the Postmaster of Salem, which he held until the post office closed in 1836. One perk of the job was that he got to read all of the newspapers that came in the mail. He also read and wrote letters for patrons that were unable to read. Later in 1833, he became the deputy county surveyor. In 1834, Lincoln again ran for a seat in the Illinois House and this time he won. He would serve four straight terms. All the while, Lincoln was studying for the law. He also found time to court a
young lady living in the village by the name of Ann Rutledge. This information comes to us mostly from Lincoln’s last law partner, William Herndon, and was picked up by Carl Sandburg. Ann became sick and died in August 1835. I think this is one of those “what if” stories told by Herndon to upset Mary Lincoln after Lincoln’s death. She and Herndon never liked one another and she tried her best to get Lincoln to dump him as his law partner. Lincoln had one other episode with the opposite sex when he courted a Miss Mary Owens. He did this as a favor to her sister. In 1836, when Miss Owens came back to New Salem to visit, Lincoln was amazed that she had grown so much, not upward but outward and she had lost a few teeth. He made a promise and he would keep it. Miss Owens turned him down anyway because she felt he was not a good prospect. The years 1836 and 1837 were a time of major changes in Lincoln’s life. In 1836 he was elected to his second term in the Illinois House and he was granted his law license. In April 1837 he decided to move to Springfield to become the junior partner in John Todd Stuart’s law firm. This is the young Lincoln whom none of us would ever know. He was 28 years old and ready to take on the world of law and politics in the great state of Illinois. Half of his Dash of Life had been lived and he had done himself proud. During the second half of this Dash he would court and marry, Mary Todd. They were engaged and then it was called off, only to be patched up by friends. They were married on Nov. 4, 1842 against the advice of Mary’s sister, Elizabeth and her brother-in-law, Ninian Edwards. Edwards was a member of the leading Whig family in Illinois. Maybe the first odd couple, Mary was 5’ 4” and Abraham was 6’4. Mary was from a wealthy Kentucky family and was well educated. Lincoln was a rough country fellow who needed much fine tuning in the social graces of the day and Mary was just the person for the task. They had four sons; Robert, Edward, William and Thomas. Only Robert lived a full adult life. Second son, Edward died at age three. William, died at age 11 at the White House. Thomas died in 1870 at the age of 18. During their marriage, Mary had problems that caused her to become unbalanced for periods of time. (Lincoln’s young secretary called her a “Hellcat”.) Remember she lost three sons and her husband during her life so was it any wonder that she had difficulties coping? At various times in Lincoln’s life he seemed to be at a dead end in his political career. After serving four terms in the Illinois House and one term in the House of Representatives he thought he was finished. Then in 1854 the “KansasNebraska Act” brought about by his rival Stephen Douglas propelled him back into the political arena. The Lincoln-Douglas Debates in 1858 thrust Lincoln into the national limelight and secured the presidential nomination of the Republican Party and the rest as they say “is history.” The first Lincoln Memorial is located near Lincoln’s birthplace of Hodgenville, Ky. Built in 1909, the structure is housed as a symbolic birthplace cabin. There are 56 steps leading up to the memorial, one for each year of Lincoln’s life. And what a life he lived. Don C. White is a Palos Hills historian who occasionally shares his views on current events.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR State budget crisis depletes humanities organization For almost two years, the Illinois state legislature has not agreed on a state budget. I’m sure you’ve heard about the devastation this budget impasse has caused — especially on social services and public universities. This crisis has also affected Illinois Humanities. About 20 percent of our annual budget comes (and has come for the past 25 years) from the State of Illinois. We use these funds largely to make grants to cultural organizations across the state and for our Road Scholars Speakers Bureau, primarily to organizations in places other than Chicagoland – many of them in small communities where institutional cultural resources are limited. In fact, libraries are the largest users of the Road Scholars programs. We’ve worked hard to weather this budgetary storm, dipping into our financial reserves and by making budgetary cuts that still allow
our programming to remain intact. However, such solutions are only temporary. If the state doesn’t pass a budget, I’m afraid we will be forced to cut our Community Grants and Road Scholars programs for the rest of the year. Although we all understand the awful impact of the budget impasse on the people of Illinois, state legislators tell us that the rarely receive phone call or emails from their constituents complaining about the budget impasse. For the first time in a while, there seems to be some movement towards passing a budget – we encourage you to voice your support for such bipartisan efforts. There is a window of opportunity to make a difference. Please call your state representatives and the governor’s office and ask them to pass a budget for the second half of the 2016-17 year. — Angel Ysaguirre, Illinois Humanities
his year is the golden anniversary of one of the most tragic years in the lives of many baby boomers who still remember that far back to 1967. It was kind of a wake-up call for many of us as we climbed out of mental nuclear bomb shelters made of wooden elementary school desks and realized that Sputnik was just a steel ball with antennas. The year 1967 started out with many momentous anniversaries, like the one that just passed, Jan. 26-27, when 23 inches of snow slammed Chicago and the suburbs and buried us forever in memories. A second major snowstorm hit Chicago 12 years later in 1979, changing Chicago politics forever. I am surprised that today many young people don’t know of Jane Byrne, an icon of women’s achievement as Chicago’s first woman mayor. The blizzard in 1967 blurred, at least for Chicagoans, the other big news of Jan. 27 that shook the country. During a pre-launch test of Apollo 1 at Cape Kennedy (Cape Canaveral) in Florida, the interior command module of NASA’s Apollo spacecraft exploded in fire killing astronauts Virgil “Gus” Grissom, Ed White and Roger Chaffee. Grissom was the first of the Mercury Seven astronauts to die. That disaster never made it to Hollywood. Tom Hanks played Astronaut Jim Lovell, who survived in the failed Apollo 13 as it approached a moon landing in April 1970. But those weren’t the only big events of 1967, 50 years ago. Fifty years ago, the Vietnam War was raging and LBJ, President Johnson, began a major escalation in troops that eventually surpassed 500,000 American soldiers. It was at about that time that the mainstream news media started to really cover the war with TV blasting shocking images not only of Americans being killed, but Americans also killing innocent Vietnamese civilians. LBJ had screamed at the head of CBS when Morley Safer broadcast the burning down of a small Vietnamese village months earlier, but that was just the beginning. Locally, it turned out to be a terrible year, too. April 21 started out as a beautiful, clear beginning to spring, but by late in the afternoon it quickly changed as tornadoes slammed into two regions of Illinois. One of the tornadoes hit Belvidere in Boone County near the Wisconsin border. Only four minutes on the ground, it took the lives of 23 people, including 13 children. More than 500 people were injured in the devastation that nearly destroyed the small town and its school. Right about the same time, tornadoes started appearing northeast of Joliet and at around 4:45 p.m., one slammed into Oak Lawn digging a trench of destruction 16 miles long that damaged Hometown and Evergreen Park as the storm finally ended near Rainbow Beach along Chicago’s Lake Michigan banks. The tornado racing through the suburbs at 600 mph took the lives of 33 people and injured more than 1,000 people. It destroyed 152 homes and damaged 900 more all the way to the lake. The south end and the east wall of Oak Lawn High School had been destroyed and the clocks in the school stopped at 5:26 p.m. The tornado threw cars stopped at a red light on Southwest Highway at 95th Street like toys, killing 16 people at that location. Many report that the tornado first touched down atop the single-screen Starlite Drive-In Theater at 6400 W. 95th St. The drive-in theater was devastated and although it was repaired, it ended up closing in 1979. There were a lot of drive-ins at the time, including the Double Drive-In (2800 W. Columbus Ave.), the Bel-Aire Drive-In at 31st and Cicero, and the Sheridan Drive-In at 78th and Harlem. There was something fun about a drive-In movie. I’m thinking there’s still time to organize a memorial or commemoration. If you have memories of the 1967 tornado devastation, please share it by emailing me and I will try to run some of the letters. A few days later on April 25, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., led a protest against the Vietnam War, drawing criticism from many civil rights leaders who claimed his war opposition as drawing attention away from the civil rights movement. A year later, King was murdered. Many believe his anti-war activities fueled his assassin. King’s death sparked an increase in racial tensions. Realtors exploited those tensions by encouraging white flight from the city. I lived on the Southeast Side of Chicago during that flight and you can read about that story in an online book I authored called “Midnight Flight” at www. TheDailyHookah.com. Ray Hanania is an award-winning political columnist and author and former Chicago City Hall reporter. Email him at rghanania@gmail.com.
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Wife recalls her husband’s big ‘Harte’ as Valentine’s Day approaches As Valentine’s Day approaches, it’s befitting that I share a romantic but tragic love story. I want you to know how a big “Harte” was spread across the seas! “Every love story is beautiful, but ours is my favorite,” said Jeri Harte, of Evergreen Park. She adopted the saying written on a frame that houses a picture of her and Alfred John Harte — affectionately known as Fred — her husband of 37 years. “Everyone calls him their ‘best Fred,”’ said Jeri. “He was like everyone’s best friend, including mine.” Their romance began nearly four decades ago in the now demolished Evergreen Park Plaza. “I was working in a record store and Fred did maintenance for the Plaza. I guess you could say I chased him until he caught me,” blushed Jeri. Jeri said she was drawn to Fred. “I’d see him working every day. I used to flirt with him by giving him discounts on records when he came into the store.” Fred eventually caught on and asked her to be his date to a friend’s wedding. The spark between them flickered from May through the 4th of July. “There weren’t fireworks that night, only waterworks coming out of my eyes — he broke up with me,” Jeri recalled. She said she later learned that Fred fled because he was falling for her and wanted to spare himself the pain he’d experienced in a previous heartbreak. “His friends told him he was an idiot to break up with me,” laughed Jeri. That was presumably because they found her to be easy on the eyes. Images of Jeri in the ’70s display a tall, slender, blonde with long locks and a summer, sunset tan. She said it took Fred a few months to come to his senses, and by October they were dating again. However, this time it was Jeri who was cautious. Apparently that apprehension made Fred nervous so he sealed his commitment with a proposal and they married the next year, Aug. 4, 1979. No one actually spoke out to object when the pastor asked “If anyone objects to this union speak now,” but Jeri said there were many naysayers. The 22-yearold newlyweds had only known each other 10 months with a breakup in between, the odds of their longevity were questionable.
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as others in the St. Laurence and Queen of Peace community — St. Laurence High School President Joseph Martinez, himself a 1999 graduate, said the four options — not the only ones possible — were put together after top-level discussions with Queen of Peace administrators. Queen of Peace officials declined to comment on the survey this week, and Martinez offered a general statement that said, in part, “Result and response numbers are only being shared with our Board members right now, who will decide how information will be shared. The results of the survey will be a part of the Board’s decision. Our timeline is fluid — we want to do it in a timely manner to respect families from Queen of Peace, but we also need to give everyone’s input proper consideration.” “This is a delicate dance, and neither side wants to step on the other’s toes,” said one source who asked to remain unnamed. “The whole future of Queen of Peace will hinge on decisions made in the next couple of weeks. This is a sensitive time, a tense time, a makeit-or-break-it time.”
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against the president’s ban on travel to the U.S. from seven primarily Muslim nations. The Trump administration has appealed that decision. Jane Workhoven, of Oak Forest, stood with friends from Pilgrim Faith Church in Oak Lawn. “My belief is we’re all children of God, no matter what we call God, and we all need to learn to live in peace. I don’t think the ban was a good idea. I don’t think it will keep out people (Trump) wants to keep out,” Workhoven said. Adam Malak, pastor of Faith United Presbyterian Church in Tinley Park, braved the cold “because we want to support not only our Muslim brothers and sisters, but other people who feel threatened by some of the recent activities and actions they’ve seen.” Michael Fekete, a deacon at St. Gerald’s Roman Catholic Church in Oak Lawn, called the travel ban “alarming.”
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Jeri and Fred Harte are seen above before their wedding in 1979, and at their daughter’s wedding in 2016.
So some believed! Nonetheless, their love and loyalty for one another bloomed into something others marveled at. That love manifested the creation of a family of five. They had three biological daughters, Lauren, Krystle and Jenna, and two “adopted” — a calico cat named Ginger and a dachshund pooch named Midge. The Hartes were known for hitching a boat to the back of their vehicle and driving to the nearest campsite located next to a body of water. “It wasn’t really planned, but we got our first boat when our oldest daughter, Lauren, was just six months old,” said Jeri. “Fred was so talented, he could fix anything with his hands. A friend hired him to restore an old vehicle for $3,000, but once Fred finished, the friend could only come up with $2,500. To save face, he offered him a small 16-foot boat. After that, we were hooked.” They named their boat “Harte’s Desire,” and it would continue to be upgraded throughout the years. Today it’s a 35-footer. When the Hartes’ hands weren’t steering their boat, they could be observed holding each other’s and smooching. But life wasn’t only about leisure. Fred worked as a carpenter for 20 years, with his last place of employment being Carpenters of Chicago (COC). “He worked there with his best friend, Brian Elvidge, whom he referred to as his little brother,” Jeri said. Fred’s resignation from COC was forced by a cancer diagnosis. Jeri tearfully remembered the day the news came. “I had broken my wrist and was wearing a cast,” she said. “Fred went with me to the doctor to have it removed. I had been worried about him because he was fatigued a lot and his legs were really swollen.” She inhaled and spoke through tears saying, “I remember asking my doctor if he’d just have a look at his legs while we were there. After a brief exam, he sent us directly to the emergency room for several tests. Those results confirmed cancer of the liver.” Fred was diagnosed in October of 2015. Despite a treatment regimen that proved to have successfully shrunk his tumor initially, it later metastasized to his heart. Fred passed away one year later, in October of 2016. A month before he died, their youngest
daughter, Jenna, got married on Sept. 23 at Silver Lake Country Club in Orland Park. “Fred was too weak to walk her down the aisle so I wheeled him while he and Jenna held hands,” cried Jeri. “At the reception when the DJ called for the father to dance with the bride, Fred’s brothers helped support his weight so he could stand while they danced to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young’s ‘Teach Your Children.’” Jeri granted Fred’s wishes not to have his remains put into the ground. “There’s a little of him spread everywhere,” said Jeri. “His ashes are in the waters of Galveston Beach, Texas; Seaside, Oregon, and on June 3, to acknowledge his birthday, there will be a little of him in Lake Michigan.” She said in each instance she’s only dispensed a small portion of ashes — the large urn of his remains is with her, closely guarded. “We were connected at the hip; we did everything together. He was silly, with a great sense of humor. We enjoyed all the same things, we still held hands, kissed and expressed our love to each other daily. I miss our conversations. It’s hard going up to an empty bed at night and waking up the next morning knowing I have to start life without him all over again.” Jeri said she knows what she and Fred shared was rare. “His life immolated his last name — he had such a big heart.” Jeri said tearfully. “Please tell everyone to kiss their spouses and tell them they’re loved because you might not have another chance. You may not realize what you’ll miss until you don’t have it.” Fred’s legacy lives in his family. His oldest daughter, Lauren, learned two weeks following his passing that she and her spouse are expecting. Jeri said she has several fond memories of Fred she will forever hold near. One of her favorites remains them dancing on the bridge of Harte’s Desire to Van Morrison’s “Into the Mystique.” While his ashes are spread within it, she will continue to sail upon it, until they meet again. Don’t wait for Valentine’s Day, show someone they are loved right now!
Graduates of both schools, as well as mothers, fathers and even grandparents showed no such shyness about getting out on the dance floor, so to speak, as they registered their opinions on Facebook and other social media sites — as well as at local gathering spots. “As depressing as (the news of Peace’s shutdown)has been, for us to suddenly see a ray of hope coming from St. Laurence is like the clouds clearing and the sun shining through,” said Chicago resident Michelle Garcia, an aunt of a currently enrolled Peace girl. “My niece loves her school and is dreading going anywhere else. It’s a very stressful situation that we’re hoping St. Laurence erases with a simple decision.” Burbank resident Steve Fernandez, like many in the community, pointed to Marist High School, 4200 W. 115th St., Chicago, as a model of how a Catholic high school can successfully transition from all-boys to coeducational. Marist made the change about 15 years ago and by all accounts has grown into a robust, financially stable high school. “Makes perfect sense to me,” he said over coffee at Mabenka Restaurant in Burbank. “If the Marist Brothers can open their doors to girls, the Christian Brothers (at St. Laurence) can do the same. It’s just a matter of
will, I think.” St. Laurence alumnus Jeff Brzinskas, who grew up on Chicago’s Southwest Side and today lives in Arizona, said he has been monitoring the situation from afar and shakes his head over the discussion. “Maybe I grew up in another time, but this seems like such a no-brainer to me,” he said. “Your sister school is in danger, you have the ability to step in and help — so why are we even having this conversation? I think the response from St. Laurence should be an immediate ‘Yes’ to wipe away the stress from Peace girls and their parents. Figure out the details in the weeks ahead. “In the Viking fight song, we sing about upholding the honor of the black and gold,” he added. “Here is a chance of a lifetime for St. Laurence to put those words into action, a time to shine.” While Queen of Peace has faltered financially, St. Laurence has reversed years of decline and today shows a healthy fiscal outlook and a multi-year, upward trend in enrollment. To a limited degree, the schools have conducted co-educational activities over the years, most notably the inclusion of Peace girls in the St. Laurence band and rebranding it with Queen of Peace’s name.
“I can respect and value wanting to have secure borders and be free of terrorism, but the speed is alarming. And I think the Muslim faith has been targeted specifically in this case. We have seven countries that are banned but we don’t know if there’s going to be more, so there’s a lot of anxiety and stress amongst people here legally who are afraid to travel,” Fekete said. “I’m here to show my support and my care for my neighbor,” he added. During the news conference, eight men and women from various faiths and ethnicities voiced support for their Muslim neighbors. Included was Rabbi Michael Davis of Jewish Voice for Peace, who led the crowd in a chant of “We Shall Live in Peace Today” after talking about his daughter. “My 4-year-old gets it. At her preschool, she’s learning to plant seeds of kindness. She said ‘Someone should go to Donald Trump’s house and teach him how to be kind’,” Davis said. Danielson, who is also outreach director for the Muslim American Society, said “we are extremely grateful to our faith partners in Bridgeview, Oak Lawn and the surround-
ing area.” “We have to do what’s right. We have to stay united. We can’t falter. I’ve been over a dozen rallies now. We have to have a united voice against hate and these bans. We have to show the true way of America being great again,” Danielson said. Oscar Chacon, executive director of Alianza Americas, a Latino advocacy organization, said he was “very proud” to attend the rally, adding that Latinos and Muslims have much in common. “If there is one group that knows what it’s like to be demonized, to be hated, to be sent back to places we weren’t even born in, that’s us, people from Mexico and other Latin American countries,” Chacon said. “We are standing together with our brothers and sisters who happen to be Arabs or of the Muslim faith because in you we see us. And we want you to see yourself in us. There’s a lot of hate on a daily basis, but we are here to tell you we are interested in making this a moment we can make our adopted nation better.”
Secretary of State Jesse White initiated legislation that would allow 16- and 17-year-olds to register for the state’s First Person Consent Organ/Tissue Donor Registry when they receive their driver’s license or identification card. The legislation was introduced by state Sen. Mattie Hunter (D3rd) and state Rep. Deb Conroy (D-46th). The legislation amends the Illinois Anatomical Gift Act allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to join the First Person Consent Organ/Tissue Donor Registry. Under current law, an individual must be at least 18 years old to join the registry. Those who join the registry will receive a letter from the Secretary of State’s office thanking them for joining. White encourages 16- and 17-year-olds to use this letter as a basis for discussing their decision with their parents. By joining the First Person
Consent Organ/Tissue Donor Registry, 16- and 17-year-olds will be giving consent to donate their organs and tissue at the time of their death, with a single limitation. The procurement organizations, Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Network and Mid-America Transplant, must make a reasonable effort to contact a parent or guardian to ensure that they approve of the donation. The parent or guardian will have the opportunity to overturn the child’s decision. Once the 16- or 17-year-old turns 18, his/her decision would be considered legally binding without limitation. There are 47 states that have enacted this legislation including Colorado, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Missouri, New York, North Carolina and Wisconsin. Residents can register with the Secretary of State’s Organ/Tissue at LIfeGoesOn.com by calling (800) 210-2106 or visiting a local driver services facility.
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David (Boomer) Andrasco David M. Andrasco, 59 beloved husband of Patty nee Bodnar, cherished father of Christopher(Jackie), Colleen(Rami), Jessica(Ryan), Michael(Aileen), proud grandfather of Zachary, loving son of Donald (Andy) loving sister of Donna., cherished nephew of George Lewis(Bernadette), Fred Lewis(Carla).
Grew up in Chicago Ridge, attended Our Lady of the Ridge school, Die Hard life long Cubs fan. Funeral Friday 9:15a.m. from Lack & Sons, 9236 S. Roberts Road, Hickory Hills, IL to Our Lady of the Ridge Church Mass 10a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 3pm until 9 p.m.
Edward Cygan Edward C. Cygan, 70, a former Palos Hills resident, died Feb. 2 at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn. Mr. Cygan, a U.S. Navy veteran, was employed for many years with the Union Pacific Railroad and General Motors. He was a former usher at Sacred Heart Church in Palos Hills. Survivors include his wife, Sharon (nee Bentley); sister, Joanne Beyer; niece, Janice Beyer; and nephew, Michael Beyer. Services were Tuesday from Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home to Sacred Heart Church. Entombment took place at Resurrection Cemetery.
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Trip to Disney on Ice The Chicago Ridge Park District is hosting a trip to see Disney on Ice on Saturday, Feb. 11. Parents and kids can watch Dory along with Mickey, Minnie and other Disney characters. The bus leaves the Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. Birmingham St., Chicago Ridge, at 5:15 p.m. for the show, which begins at 7 p.m. The bus will return after the show.
return at 11 p.m. The registration fee is $7 for residents and $12 for non-residents. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 636-4900.
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trict will host a trip to the Chicago Auto Show on Wednesday, Feb. 15. The bus will leave the Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. Birmingham St., Chicago Ridge, at 5:30 p.m. and is scheduled to
A Daddy-Daughter Dance will be held from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 at the Frontier Fieldhouse, 9807 S. Sayre Ave., Chicago Ridge. Dads can make a date with their
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favorite little girl or girls. The big night will include prizes, dinner, entertainment, dancing and a lot of fun. The fee is $25 for the resident couple and $40 for the non-resident couple. For each additional girl at the dance, the fee is an extra $8. Tickets are available at the Frontier Fieldhouse or the Freedom Activity Center. More information can be obtained by calling Dominic Mallo, (708) 636-4900.
Senior bingo to be held at Freedom Center The next Chicago Park District will offer its next free bingo for a seniors session from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 at the Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. Birmingham St., Chicago Ridge. The senior bingos sessions are held the first and second Tuesdays of the month.
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The Evergreen Park Senior Council will hold its luncheon and program beginning at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 at the Evergreen Park Senior Center, 9547 S. Homan Ave. Nick Seidl, from the Evergreen Park Library, will share information concerning “Evergreen Reads” featuring the book, “A Long Road From Chicago,” written by Richard Peck. The luncheon fee is $7. Tickets must be purchased by Monday, Feb. 13 at the Community Center, 3450 W. 97th St., Room 107, Evergreen Park. After a Swedish meatball luncheon, music from the 1929 to 1942 era will be performed by the New Serendipity Singers. Canned good donations for the Evergreen Park Village Pantry will be accepted. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-8776.
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for the first time for the 2017-18 school year. An informational pamphlet on the preschool program will be available that night or by calling (708) 598-1233 to have one mailed.
OAK LAWN Oak Lawn film group to view and discuss ‘Masculin Féminin’ CineVerse, the Oak Lawn Park District’s weekly film discussion group open to anyone age 17 and older, will screen and discuss the 1966 French film “Masculin Féminin” from 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 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.
Fish Fry Fridays to begin at Stony Creek Restaurant Fish Fry Fridays are being offered at the Stony Creek Restaurant and Banquets, 5850 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn. Open seating is available from 3 to 8 p.m. through April 14. The allyou-can-eat menu price includes fresh made creamy clam chowder or Stony Creek garden salad, dinner rolls, homemade coleslaw, lightly seasoned and breaded fresh fruit, homemade hush puppies, baked potato or french fries. Shrimp po’ boy is made to order for $6.95 a sandwich. The cost is $12.95 for adults and $7.95 for children, ages 10 and under. Tax and gratuity are not included in price. A cash bar is available. For more information, contact (708) 857-2433.
Oak Lawn Park District Teen Theatre to present ‘High School Musical’ Tickets are available for the Oak Lawn Park District Teen Show Theatre Production of “High School Musical.” The production will run at the Oak View Center, 4625 W. 110th St., Oak Lawn, on Friday, Feb. 10 and Friday, Feb. 17 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 11 and Saturday, Feb. 18 at 8 p.m.; and Sunday, Feb. 12 and Sunday, Feb. 19 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $17. Disney’s smash hit movie musical comes to life as the star athlete and brainy girl he meets at East High decide to audition for the high school musical. Although many students resent the threat posed to the “status quo,” these two open the door for others to shine as well, in this popular, big song and dance musical for the whole family. Tickets are available at the Oak View Center by calling (708) 8572200 or online at www.olparks. com.
WORTH ‘Princess Ball’ to be held at Terrace Centre The Daddy-Daughter Night “Princess Ball” will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24 at the Worth Park District Terrace Centre, 11500 S. Beloit Ave. Little girls can dress up like the fairy princess and attend the
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program, which had to be put on hold when the economy sank in 2008 and the village lost nearly half its tax revenue. “Even when Yellow Freight was there, it didn’t generate much money for the village,” said Tokar. “We couldn’t even sell them vehicle stickers because they were doing interstate commerce.” Penske Truck Rental is currently the only tenant now. The company plans to remain onsite, and received approval from the village recently to begin selling different types of trucks. Tokar said among many inquiries the village has received was one that came from a developer involved in e-commerce, who expressed an interest in operating a business similar to Amazon on the property. “We would be entitled to a percentage of the sales tax from that,” he noted. The mayor said the regional mixed use designation makes it possible for movie theaters, restaurants, retail and other businesses to move in. “That would mean five or six streams of revenue coming into the village,” he said, counting sales taxes on food and bever-
ball with her Prince Charming. Music and food will be offered and each couple will be able to take a photo together to remember the night. A balloon drop will also be held. The registration fee is $30 for residents and $35 for non-residents. The registration deadline is Feb. 17. For more information on the Daddy Daughter Ball and other Worth Park District programs and services, call (708) 448-7080 or visit the park district’s website at www.worthparkdistrict.org.
Lunch Story Craft Mania to be held in Worth Lunch Story Craft Mania will be held from noon to 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 22 through March 15, at the Worth Park District Terrace Centre, 11500 S. Beloit Ave. The program is for children ages 3 to 5. The first session will have a different story each week from the same author. Children will explore different stories, discussing them, and making a related project. The registration fee is $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. For more information can be obtained by calling 708) 448-7080 or visit the park district’s website at www.worthparkdistrict.org.
Tumbling Toddler sessions will be held at Terrace Centre The Tumbling Toddlers sessions will be held from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Mondays, Feb. 27 through April 3, at the Worth Park District Terrace Centre, 11500 S. Beloit Ave. The classes are for toddlers 18 months to 36 months with an adult. Toddlers will be participating in some gross motor activities such as climbing, running and jumping. The registration fee is $20 for residents and $25 for nonresidents. For more information on Tumbling Toddlers and other Worth Park District programs and services, call (708) 448-7080 or visit the park district’s website at www. worthparkdistrict.org.
Little Chefs to make meals at Terrace Centre The Little Chefs class for children ages 3 to 5 will be held at the Worth Park District Terrace Centre, 11500 S. Beloit Ave. In this specialized class, participants will learn how to follow recipe, measure and mix ingredients, and get an opportunity to what they make. The registration fee is $35 for residents and $40 for non-residents. For times and more information about the Little Chefs program, call (708) 448-7080 or visit the park district’s website at www. worthparkdistrict.org.
Zumba classes will be held at the Terrace Centre Zumba classes will be held mornings and evenings beginning Tuesday, Feb. 14 at the Worth Park District Terrace Centre, 11500 S. Beloit Ave. Participants can have fun and enjoy the benefits of fitness. The registration fee is $45 for residents and $50 for non-residents. For time and more information about the Zumba classes, call the park district, 448-7080 or visit www. worthparkdistrict.org. ages, entertainment and other fees. While much of the TIF district is not publicly owned, Tokar pointed out that the village does own the piece of the property located on the northeast corner of 103rd and Harlem, where a Nicobee’s restaurant once stood. The village tore down the building last year, and Tokar said that site could very well be the first piece to be redeveloped. “One person has expressed an interest in it. He suggested turning it into a retail strip, perhaps with a Starbuck’s as part of it. That would be a nice addition because I don’t think there is a Starbuck’s between 79th Street and 119th Street.” He said another proposal came from someone interested opening a gas station with a mini-mart there, but the mayor said gas stations are more plentiful. A craft brewery was expected to win approval from the board at Tuesday’s meeting to open at 10215 S. Harlem Ave., which the mayor said the entire board seems to be in favor of. “That will be a great addition to the village, main thing is to create more revenue sources so we don’t have to depend so much on residents for property taxes,” said the mayor. “We have about 100 full-time employees and nobody wants to raise property taxes.”
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Visitors to Mercy Circle open house are invited to drop in at Bistro cafe A visit to the Bistro, sort of a sidewalk café without the sidewalk, will be included the open house and tour of the Mercy Circle senior community living facility, 3659 W. 99th St., Chicago, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19. Visitors and friends of residents at the center can drop in at the Bistro for a snack, coffee or tea. Guests are encouraged to stay and converse. The event provides a chance for prospective residents and their families to meet Mercy Circle staff and learn about the advantages of the newest retirement community in the area. Refreshments will be served and
complimentary parking is available by entering the lot from 99th Street. “Residents feel comfortable inviting their friends to visit them in our Bistro because it’s like a family room with a kitchen, only they don’t have to cook,” said Frances Lachowicz, executive director of Mercy Circle, who explains hospitality is a treasured tradition by the Sisters of Mercy West Midwest who sponsor the CCRC. “We have several gathering places for community members who have special interests — the art studio, library, TV lounge, chapel — but everyone comes to The Bistro,” Lachowicz added.
A free home-buyer seminar will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22 at Marquette Bank, 9355 S. Kedzie Ave., Evergreen Park. The seminar will cover home buying basics, including owning as opposed to renting, the benefits of using a real estate agent, the home-buying process, Photo courtesy of Robert Knapp
Sister Patricia Murphy (left) and Sister Marion Johnson share a pot of tea at The Bistro at Mercy Circle. The café will be included in the open house for the Mercy Circle senior community living facility on Sunday, Feb. 19.
Mercy Circle is a continuing care retirement community on the Southwest Side of Chicago near
Evergreen Park. For more information or to schedule a private appointment, call (773) 253-3600.
Senior Lunch Bunch to dine in Westmont
The Worth Park District Senior Lunch Brunch will travel to Maura’s Mediterranean restaurant in Westmont for their next trip on Wednesday, Feb. 15 from the Terrace Centre, 11500 S. Beloit Ave., Worth. Transportation is provided by the Worth Park District. The menu is available at the time of registration. Guest can pay for a portion of the check at the time of the trip. Guests will be picked at the Terrace Centre at 10:30 and arrive back at about 2 p.m. The registration fee is $8 for residents and $12 for non-residents. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 448-7080 or visit the park district’s website at www. worthparkdistrict.org. For more information on the Senior Lunch Bunch and other Worth Park District programs and services, call (708) 448-7080 or visit the Park District’s website at www.worthparkdistrict.org.
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mortgage options, making an offer, the benefits of a home inspection, and other options including free grants and down payment assistance for qualified buyers. Seating is limited for the seminar. To register, you send an email request to ladamski@ emarquettebank.com.
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Little Company cancer care unveils new radiation oncology technology The University of Chicago Comprehensive Care Center at Little Company of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Park unveiled its new radiation oncology Philips Brilliance CT Big Bore with a special blessing ceremony last month. This advanced technology assists the radiation oncologist with treatment accuracy, patient positioning, and imaging performance. The Center, located on LCMH’s main campus, will offer radiation therapy techniques not typically available in a community setting, according to Little Company officials. Dr. Azhar Awan is the medical director of the Cancer Center’s radiation oncology department and was most recently recognized in Chicago Magazine’s Top Cancer Doctors special issue. He said he is excited about the benefit to patients this technology offers with the 4DCT and tumor tracking. This offers the ability to track the tumor movement during the patients breathing cycles allowing precise treatment to the tumor while sparing surrounding tissue, Awan said. In April of 2016, the two hospitals jointly announced the formation of the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center at LCMH. Under this affiliation agreement, the University of Chicago Medicine will bring its cancer care, academic specialists and array of clinical trials to the LCMH Evergreen Park campus under a new affiliation agreement. UChicago Medicine’s Comprehensive Cancer Center at LCMH will offer outpatient services,
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Amish pretzel shop opens in SW suburbs
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new kind of soft pretzel shop opened last month in the Meijer store in Homer Glen. Ben’s Soft Pretzels opened Jan. 18 inside the store at 14169 S. Bell Road. “We’re up front on the grocery side of the store,” said co-owner Lisa Brown, who lives in Orland Park. Brown owns the 950-square-foot store with her neighbor Jim Alfini, his mother-in-law Arline Pearson, and her mother, Loma Hall. Bob The group had wanted Bong to open their own business together and unanimously decided on Ben’s Soft Pretzels after Brown discovered them while at a flower show in northwest Indiana. “I couldn’t believe how great they were,” she said. “I had to have one every day I was there. “When I got home, I hoodwinked my neighbors into getting the franchise,” she said with a laugh. Ben’s Soft Pretzels is Amish and Dutch inspired. The pretzels are similar to shopping mall varieties but are nearly twice as big “and more delicious,” she said. The pretzels are hand-rolled using a special proprietary dough and topped with imported German salt. In addition to their signature jumbo pretzel, Brown said the bakery also offers pretzel bites called Buggy Bites, Pretzel Stix, all-beef Pretzel Dogs, and Pretzel Pockets with 11 different dipping sauces including cheese, mustard, marinara, and a variety of sweet options. If business is good, Brown said there may be additional ventures for her group. “We might go mobile with a food truck in the future,” she said. “To take to festivals and events.” She also didn’t rule out a second bakery in the Meijer store that opened in Mokena on the same day the Meijer store opened in Homer Glen. Brown said there are other Ben’s locations in the Chicago area, including one in the Meijer in Flossmoor and another one in a Walmart in Forest Park. Brown said her location offers some daily specials including buy one, get one jumbo pretzels from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays, double dip Wednesdays and Photo Bomb Thursdays.
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Ben’s Soft Pretzels is now open inside the Meijer store at 14169 S. Bell Road in Homer Glen.
Store hours are from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. For information, check out their Facebook page at Ben’s Soft Pretzels (HG).
Rainbow Cone sets March opening
Original Rainbow Cone has announced that it will open for the season on Saturday, March 4 at its longtime location at 9233 S. Western Ave. in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood. Original Rainbow Cone’s signature item is an ice cream cone piled high with five flavors, including chocolate, strawberry, Palmer house and pistachio ice cream, sliced into segments and topped off with orange sherbet.
Justice Library closed for remodeling
The Justice Public Library will be closed until at least Feb. 28 for remodeling. The library announced the work is the result of a construction grant from Secretary of State Jesse White, who also is the State Librarian. The grant money will be used to replace worn carpeting and program room furnishings. Also being replaced will be the circulation desk and patron computer tables with furniture that is less bulky and more user-friendly.
Tinley Park Golf Expo starts Friday
The sixth annual Tinley Park Golf Expo tees off this weekend at the Tinley Park Convention Center at 183rd Street and Harlem Avenue. The expo runs Feb. 10-12 and will offer area golfers a glimpse of the 2017 golf season.
The expo is sponsored by the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, 97.1 The Drive, and Beggars Pizza. It will feature over 100 exhibitors, promoting everything from courses and resorts to the latest golf equipment for 2017. The Tinley Park Golf Expo will be open from noon to 7 p.m. on Feb. 10; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Feb. 11; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 12. Admission can be purchased at the doors for $5 on Friday and $10 for Saturday or Sunday, or before the event at www. TinleyParkGolfExpo.com. Children under the age of 12 (with paid adult) and activeduty military are free. Parking is free.
Jerk restaurant leaves Tinley, heads to Oak Forest
Jamaica Jerk Choice closed its Tinley Park location in December in preparation for its move to a new location in Oak Forest’s Golf View Plaza. The restaurant features Caribbean-style jerk dishes such as jerk chicken and curry goat and was started in Calumet City. The eatery branched out to 159th Street and Harlem Avenue in Tinley Park in July 2012 and now is preparing to open at 6064 W. 159th St. in Oak Forest. The Calumet City location remains open while final preparations are made at the Oak Forest spot, which hopes to open this month. For information, check out their Facebook page at Jamaica Jerk Choice or call the Cal City store at (708) 832-9244. If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line at bobbong@hotmail.com. You can also catch up on Comings & Goings in other parts of the Southland at www.southlandbusinessnews.com and www.southlandsavvy.blogspot.com
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
Surratt Shaun J to Cordes Lori A, 10640 Lombard Ave, $166,000; Ramirez Michael to Vargas Maria S, 10532 Ridge Cove Dr, Unit #17A, $83,000; Witek Marcin to Nojabali Manigeh, 10622 Parkside Ave, Unit #204, $84,000.
Evergreen Park
NMZ Prop LLC Homan Series to Harrington Thomas M Jr, 9740 S Homan Ave, $380,000; Bayview Loan Servicing LLC to Pinnacle Real Est Inv Grp LLC, 9339 S Troy St, $80,000; Oneill Daniel James Tr to Hespen Patricia, 9808 S Trumbull Ave, $170,000; Baggett Wonda F to Hallinan John, 3140 W 99th St, Unit #3D, $36,000; Woods Daniel J Adm to Lewis Lillian P, 9159 S Clifton Park Ave, $200,000; Three Points Prop LLC to Miller Jordan Robert, 2942 W 100th Pl, $225,000; Elizondo Gilberto to Zabalza Edgar, 8748 S Mozart St, $225,000.
Hickory Hills
Dibraccio Patricia to Ali Adel, 8640 Oak Hill Ct, $218,000; Haddaw Rchad to Herrera Rene J, 8300 84th Ave, $255,000; Wilmington Sav Fund Soc to Musa Holding Grp, 8814 S Oakwood Dr, $152,000; Wilmington Trust Co to Residential Sol Inc, 8625 Miroballi Dr, Unit #8625, $148,500.
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Smith Daniel to Tadros Ameer Z, 11012 S Keating Ave, Unit #110122D, $45,000; Banak Michasel A to Oconnell Timothy R, 10013 S Kildare Ave, $139,000;
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Sircher Edward R Jr to Melton-Riddle Deanna, 10820 Leclaire Ave, $209,000; Beach Tracy E to Magnum Bldrs Inc, 6723 W 91st St, $154,000; Santay Michael J Ind Extr to Mina Reynaldo Garcia, 10332 Karlov Ave, $192,000; Wells Fargo Bk to Alvarez Roel, 4038 Fitzjames Walk, $31,000; Viggiani Tiffany to Katana Anna, 4901 109th St, Unit #11203, $68,000; Maple Real Estate LLC to AJFM Prop LLC, 10126 Pulaski Rd, Unit #101262W, $25,000; Shaqildi Khaled to Lopez Daniel, 9718 Southwest Hwy, $110,000; Harris Robert F Gdn to Rodriguez David A, 9820 Pulaski Rd, Unit #2202, $35,000; Szkoda Renata K to Holland Donald R, 9332 S Parkside Ave, $278,000; First Midwest Bk Tr to Santoy Manuel, 9409 Tulley Ave, $218,000; Standard B&T Co Tr to Ramos Juliana M, 4124 W 98th St, Unit #5308, $85,000; Trovato Justin to Hoffman Florence, 9725 S Keeler Ave, Unit #6210, $68,000; Chicago Trust Co Tr to Naimeh Osama, 6401 W 93rd St, $118,000; Strocchia Martin M to Cheatham Jermane, 9059 Natoma Ave, $410,000.
Palos Hills
Quel Jorge A to Qasem Isam, 27 Cour Caravelle, $115,000; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Yacoub Mohannad A, 7909 W 107th St, $385,000; Berinti Dennis H to Kelchinger John T, 4 Cour Deauville, $112,000; Yousef Abdeldayem to Othman Mohammad, 8848 W 99th St, $220,000; Drag Andrzej to Hallman Marzena, 10607 S 81st Ct, $277,000.
Worth
Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp to Stivan Ruben D, 11325 S Oak Park Ave, $120,000; Vanderwarren Kenneth R to Flores German R, 6847 W 115th St, $209,000; Pocalun Dorota to Ovalle Bethany Nicole, 7434 W 111th St, Unit #806, $81,000; Frausto Manuel T to Kotan William G, 10839 S Nashville Ave, $125,000; Blatzer Ellen V Tr to Guanajuato Juan S, 10728 S Rutherford Ave, $210,000.
Burke-sponsored law designed to help disabled residents save for future care
A new law sponsored by state Rep. Kelly Burke, (D-36th), designed to make it easier for people with disabilities to save money for future expenses, was officially kicked off last week. “The new ABLE savings program will allow individuals to save for their future without risking their disability benefits,” Burke said. “These funds will truly help our most vulnerable residents thrive and live their lives to the fullest.” Burke sponsored a new law enabling Illinois to lead a partnership with 14 other states to help disabled and blind residents save for their future expenses using Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) savings ac-
counts. These savings accounts operate similarly to 529 college savings plans, with the earnings on the funds being exempt from taxation. These accounts also don’t jeopardize the ability of beneficiaries to participate in federal aid programs, according to Burke. Previously, individuals on these aid programs were only allowed to save up to $14,000. Due to the ABLE program, they can now save up to $100,000 for use on qualified disability expenses. Those interested in learning more about the ABLE program or who are interested in setting up an account, can visit https:// savewithable.com/il/home.html.
Preckwinkle’s office produces first-ever digital report Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle’s office on Jan. 31 published the county’s firstever digital annual report, Cook County at a Glance 2016. The interactive e-report highlights the year’s projects and achievements and can be accessed online.
Included in the digital report are videos where Preckwinkle addresses the four key policy and operational areas, numerous fast facts graphics and Did You Know sections. To view Cook County at a Glance 2016, visit ataglance. cookcountyil.gov.
can get a tax deducast year, Amerition, but you might cans spent more gain even bigger benthan $19 billion efits by donating appreon Valentine’s Day ciated securities you’ve gifts, according to the held for more than one National Retail Federayear. By doing so, you tion, with the majority can generally deduct of this money going the value of the securito flowers, candy, ties, based on their cards and an evening Scott when you make out. These gifts were Johnson worth the gift. Plus, neither thoughtful, of course, you nor the charity will and no doubt aphave to pay capital gains taxes preciated, but they were also on the donated investments. somewhat disposable, for want • Contributions to an of a better word. On the other emergency fund: It’s a good hand, some financial gifts can idea for everyone to maintain have a pretty long “shelf life.” an emergency fund to cover Beyond simply enclosing unanticipated expenses, such as some money in a card, what a major car repair, a new fursort of financial gifts can you nace or out-of-pocket medical give? The answer depends somewhat on the recipient. For bills. If your valentine doesn’t have such a fund, consider example, if your sweetheart helping him or her establish is also your spouse, some of one, with the money going to the gifts suggested below may a liquid, low-risk account. be redundant to the financial • Gym membership: Almoves you make together. though not actually a “finanHowever, if you aren’t married, or if you and your spouse cial” gift, a gym membership can nonetheless bring some maintain separate finances, these ideas may make excellent positive economic results to your valentine. For one thing, Valentine’s Day presents: the insurance industry is • IRA contributions: providing more incentives to Technically, you can’t conencourage people to exercise tribute directly to someone and live healthier lifestyles. else’s traditional or Roth IRA, But even if a gym memberbut you can write a check to ship doesn’t give your loved your loved one – although, of course, he or she is free to use one a break on insurance premiums, it can nonetheless the money for any purpose. result in better physical condiLike most people, your valentine may not usually contribute tioning, which, in, turn, could ultimately result in lower the yearly maximum amount medical costs. – which, in 2017, is $5,500, or On Valentine’s Day, you $6,500 if you’re 50 or older may still want to get your – so your check should be sweetheart something associquite welcome. A traditional ated with the holiday. But if IRA can grow on tax-deferred it’s within your means to do basis, and contributions may so, also consider one of the be tax-deductible. (Taxes are above suggestions for financial due upon withdrawal, and any gifts. Your generosity will still withdrawals you make before be felt long after the chocoyou reach 59½ may be subject lates are eaten and the flowers to a 10 percent IRS penalty. have faded. A Roth IRA’s earnings are distributed tax-free, provided Scott Johnson, CFP, is a withdrawals aren’t taken until financial advisor with Edward the account owner is 59½ and Jones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos has had the IRA for at least Hills, (708) 974-1965. Edward five years. Jones does not provide legal • Charitable gifts: Consider making a gift to a charitable advice. This article was writorganization supported by your ten by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones loved one. When you send cash to a qualified charity, you financial advisor.
Little Company receives 2017 Women’s Choice Award as Best Breast Center Little Company of Mary Hospital in Evergreen has received the 2017 Women’s Choice Award as one of America’s Best Breast Centers for the fourth consecutive year. This designation is the only award that identifies the country’s best breast centers based on criteria that considers female patient satisfaction and clinical excellence. The award signifies that LCMH is in the top seven percent of 4,789 U.S. hospitals offering breast care services. By carrying the evidence-based designation of the Women’s Choice Award seal, Little Company of Mary’s Nationally Accredited Comprehensive Breast Health Center has signified its commitment to a global mission to elevate the patient experience for women and all patients. The methodology used to select LCMH as one of America’s Best Breast Centers is unique in that it evaluates Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS)
survey results along with primary research about women’s healthcare preferences. The list of 352 award winners, including LCMH, represents breast centers that have met the highest standards of breast care in the nation as set by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers and carry the Breast Imaging Center of Excellence seal from the American College of Radiology. “Little Company of Mary is proud that our Nationally Accredited Comprehensive Breast Health Center has been once again recognized as one of America’s Best Breast Centers by Women’s Choice Award,” said Dennis Reilly, president and CEO of LCMH. “For many years, we have partnered with our community to increase awareness about the importance of breast health. This award further demonstrates Little Company of Mary’s strong commitment to quality and evidence based care for women and their unique healthcare needs.”
Mortgage Rates Around the Area First Midwest Bank (as of February 6) 30-year fi ed
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Oak Lawn residents earn dean’s list honors at Moraine Valley Students from Oak Lawn have been selected to the dean’s list for the fall 2016 semester at Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills. Qualification for the dean’s list is a semester grade-point average of 3.50 to 3.749. Oak Lawn students who earned dean’s list honors at Moraine were Ahmad Abdel, Qais Abughosh, Fiona Agapito, Reem Qaeeti, Cristian Alvarez, Samantha Arnold, Thomas Artz, Patrick Beglin, Jacqueline Braatsch, June Bragiel, Cody Bulow, Jeremy Carvelli, Avery Coney, Maria Contreras, Sergio Del Cid, Miranda Donnelly, Katherine Drish, Amr Flayyan, Jennifer Ellement, Kaitlyn Fetchko, Garrett Fleming, Lauren Flores, Tabitha Garrett, Jessica Gavras, Natalie Glab,
LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.GLORIA LEWIS A/K/A GLORIA D LEWIS, BAYPORT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 16 CH 02685 9840 S PULASKI RD APT 202 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 December 12, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 14, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF COOK AND STATE OF ILLINOIS: UNIT 202-4, IN BAYPORT CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 3 AND THE EAST 1/2 OF THAT PART OF LOT 2 LYING SOUTH OF THE NORTH 535.48 FEET THEREOF IN BARTOLOMEO AND MILARD SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTH 36 1/2 ACRES OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 8 1/4 ACRES OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY ILLINOIS WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT ‘’A’’ TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 25 295 899 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. Commonly known as 9840 S PULASKI RD APT 202, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-10-226-066-1074.
Marissa Goliszewski, Jayvan Gonzalez, Michaela Grgantov, Justin Griggs, Rashai Haddad, Nicholas Host, Ameen Hussein, Matthew Insalata, Sandra Ishwait, Samah Ishwait, Mohammad Joudeh, Justin Kapelinski, Skye Knutsen, Barbara Krupa, Kaitlyn Kush, Magdalini Likouresis, Alison Lohmann and Gurjot Kaur. The list includes Rebeca Martinez, Babriele Minen, Baraha Mohammad, Mahmoud Muhammad, Rami Muhammad, Ayaka Naito, Adam Nasser, Izla Olson, NImishi Patel, Patricia Pavlikova, Leann Pesche, Timothy Pierece, Stephanie Polito, Ammar Quasem, Omar Rashid, Rebecca Ritter, Kathryn Roberts, Adriana Rojas, Shannon Ryan, Karolina Rychtarczyk, Sara Salazar, Xiomara Salinas, Andrew Santiago, Kajal Shah, Nicole Siek, Spencer Smith, David Swanson, Amanda Theilin Hoilo, Shukri Turshan, Ehab Turshan, Ubaid Ullah, Raquel Vasquez, Marianna Vazquez, Lauren Vittorio, Nicholas Vranas, Samantha Waller, Omar Yousef, Andrea Zavala, Tayseer Zayed and Reem Zegar.
LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TCF NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.JOSEPH P. MANZO JR., CROWN MORTGAGE COMPANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 10771 10950 S. NAGLE AVENUE Worth, IL 60482 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 30, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 22, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 5 (EXCEPT SOUTH 60 FEET THEREOF) IN BLOCK 10 IN F.H. BARTLETT’S RIDGELAND ACRES, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JUNE 1, 1935 AS DOCUMENT NO. 11626307 IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 10950 S. NAGLE AVENUE, Worth, IL 60482 Property Index No. 24-18-412-027-0000.
The real estate is improved with a condominium.
The real estate is improved with a single family residence.
The judgment amount was $76,468.11.
The judgment amount was $112,666.83.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: MARINOSCI LAW GROUP, P.C., 134 N LaSalle St., STE 1900, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 940-8580 Please refer to file number 15-15136. 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. MARINOSCI LAW GROUP, P.C. 134 N LaSalle St., STE 1900 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 940-8580 E-Mail: mlgil@mlg-defaultlaw.com Attorney File No. 15-15136 Attorney Code. 59049 Case Number: 16 CH 02685 TJSC#: 36-14219 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.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact DAVID T. COHEN, DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES, 10729 WEST 159TH STREET, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467, (708) 460-7711 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES 10729 WEST 159TH STREET ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 (708) 460-7711 Attorney Code. 25602 Case Number: 16 CH 10771 TJSC#: 36-13862 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
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Discussing healthy food alternatives
William Sanderson, principal of Evergreen Park Community High School, met with the term one Principal’s Advisory Council for the last time in December. Students, who represent all grade levels, met monthly since the start of school to advise the principal on matters related to academics, athletics and activities. Their final meeting of the term focused on the school’s cafeteria and the selection and quality of food provided by Quest Food Management Services, Inc. Cindy Day, food service director at EPCHS, spoke to the students and offered samples of healthy lunch alternatives that she plans to introduce during lunches in the near future. In addition, Mike Sazonoff, institutional sales manager from Home Juice Corp., provided healthy alternative beverage samples that will be available to students this term. On hand at the meeting were (from left, front row) Day, Molly Brett, Mary Grace O’Toole, Jalissa Novotny, Mallory Burke, Jane Ladd, Sazonoff, (back row, from left) Lucy Guzman, Billy Miller, Jack Manso, Sanderson, Hailey Getz, Elizabeth Brendich, Kelly Farmer and Lindsay Measner.
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
CHICAGO RIDGE Kids make emoji pillows over four sessions
Emoji pillows sessions will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays, March 14 through April 11 at the Chicago Ridge Library, 10400 S. Oxford. Children ages 5 to 12 can come to the library and sew a two-sided emoji pillow. One side will be a smiley and the other will be heart eyes. All the supplies will be provided to make this a fun session for kids. The program is limited to 10 participants. Kids who take part are expected to attend all four sessions. More information can be obtained by calling the library, (708) 423-7753, or visit the website at www.chicagoridgelibrary.org.
Human tic-tac-toe is offered at library
Human tic-tac-toe will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 21 at the Chicago Ridge Library, 10400 S. Oxford Ave. The program is for children from grades six through 12. More information can be obtained by calling the library, (708) 423-7753, or visit the website at www.chicagoridgelibrary.org.
Jumbo fun in library competition
The Jumbo Connect Tournament will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28 at the Chicago Ridge Library, 10400 S. Oxford Ave. The program is for children from grades six through 12. Friends can join to take part in the tournament in an effort to become champion. More information can be obtained by calling the library, (708) 423-7753, or visit the website
LEGAL NOTICE WWR #10139550 STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF COOK IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. FRANK GASCA; MARGARET GASCA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants. CASE NO: 16 CH 02849 CALENDAR NO. 63 Property Address: 10650 82nd Avenue, Palos Hills, IL 60465 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Frank Gasca, Margaret Gasca, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants in the above entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Chancery Department, Cook County, Illinois, by the Plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: Lot 248 in FRANK DELUGACH’S WOODED HILLS, being a subdivision of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 14, Township 37 North, Range 12 East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois. Commonly known as 10650 82nd Avenue, Palos Hills, IL 60465. Parcel Number: 23-14-213-018-0000 and which said Mortgage was made by Frank Gasca and Margaret Gasca, Mortgagors, to Harris Trust and Savings Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois as Instrument Number 0533235209; And for such other relief prayed; that summons was duly issued out of the said Chancery Department, Cook County, Illinois against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU, the said above defendant, file an answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of Chancery Department, Cook County, Illinois, at the Courthouse, in the City of Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, on or before the 13TH day of MARCH, 2016, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 180 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400 Chicago, IL, 60601 Telephone: 312-782-9676 Facsimile: 312-782-4201 ChicagoREDG@weltman.com ARDC No. 6289784 Cook Atty. ID No. 31495
at www.chicagoridgelibrary.org.
Youths can make bead crafts at library
Children in grades six through 12 can take part in a program where they can make various designs from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 at the Chicago Ridge Library, 10400 S. Oxford Ave. Participants can use beads and an iron to create a melted design. More information can be obtained by calling the library, (708) 4237753, or visit the website at www. chicagoridgelibrary.org.
OAK LAWN Volunteers 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 four-hour shift per week is required. Volunteer forms are available at the Customer Services Desk on the first floor of the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. For more information, call Carole Onwiler at (708) 422-8646.
Friends of Library hosts trip to see Frank Sinatra tribute show
Friends of the Oak Lawn Library will sponsor a trip to see “My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra” on Thursday, March 16 at Theatre at Center in Munster, Ind. In-person registration will take place from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. A lunch will be served in the theater dining room prior to the performance. The bus will depart from the library at 11:15 a.m. and is scheduled to return at 5:30 p.m. The cost for the trip is $68 for members and $73 for nonmembers. Guests must present a current membership card or receipt to receive the $5 discount. A two ticket limit per person will be enforced. No refunds or exchanges will be given. After the in-person registration closes, contact Joanne Neff at the Oak Lawn Library, (708) 422-4990 to find out how to purchase tickets or get on a waiting list. The trips are not wheelchair accessible.
Conversation circle will be provided for new English speakers
A conservation circle for new English speakers will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays through May 24 at the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. Participants and trained volunteers will work together in large and small groups. The winterspring session will be held in the Quiet Study Room on the second floor. Beginning, intermediate and advanced English learners are welcome (students must have some English training). The fall 2017 session will start up again in September. More information will be provided in upcoming newsletters. More information can be obtained by calling
Mary Williams, the head of the adult and young adult services department, at (708) 422-4990, or visit www.olpl.org.
Youths can read books during winter
Children can break out of their winter blues by reading books from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 at the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. The program is for children ages 3 to 5. For more information about this and other youth programs, call (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
Jazzy romance to mark Valentine’s Day
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Chicago jazz vocalist Petra van Nuis and her quartet will entertain at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 at the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. They will play romantic tunes from the Great American Songbook. Sunday with Friends concerts are sponsored by the Friends of the Oak Lawn Library. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
Make crafts and singing songs can be sweet
Patrons can read stories, make a craft and sing songs all about sweets from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21 at the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. For more information about this and other youth programs, call (708) 422-4990 or visit www. olpl.org.
Family Storytime to be held at library
Family Storytime will be held from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22 at the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. Stories, songs and dancing will be offered at the quality family time event. For more information about this and other youth programs, call (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
Oscar Trivia Night at library
Patrons can test their knowledge of the upcoming 89th Annual Academy Awards with an Oscars Trivia Night at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23 at the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. Friends can attend Oscar Trivia Night and test their Oscar knowledge. Guests can bring refreshments and take part in trivia and giveaways. Prizes will be awarded. The event is for adults ages 21 and over. The actual Academy Awards will be held Sunday, Feb. 26. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
Families can attend ‘Macaroni Soup’ concert
Guests can sing along with Miss Carole and Clarence at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. “The Family Concert: Macaroni Soup” is for all ages. For more information about this and
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other youth programs, call (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
Accepting reading material donations at library
Patrons can donate “gentlyused” books, magazines, CDs and videos to the Friends of the Oak Lawn Library Outgoing Book Sale at the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. Due to space limitations, the Friends will not accept Readers Digest Condensed Books, encyclopedias and older text books. The donation drop-off area is near the library’s Cook Avenue entrance. Interested parties may fill out a short form at the Customer Service desk to receive a tax letter by mail that acknowledges their donation. The Friends Ongoing Book Sale provides a variety of books, magazines and other forms of media at bargain prices. Hardcover books cost 50 cents each, paperbacks are 25 cents and magazines cost 10 cents each. Audio visual items are priced as indicated. Funds collected from the book sale support library programming and purchases that are beyond their regular budget.
PALOS HILLS Making Valentine’s Day crafts at library
Guests can make Valentine’s Day crafts during a workshop for ages 10 to 17 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13 at the Green Hills Library, 8611 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills. Patrons can make customized candles, personalized vases, heart rings and decorating cards. Registration is limited to 25. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org.
CUB will hold utility bill clinic at library
The Citizens Utility Board will be on hand to utilize utility bills in an effort to save patrons some money during a session to be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 at the Green Hills Library, 8611 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills. Guests are required to bring in their gas, electric and phone bills for a free one-on-one consultation with a CUB expert, who will search for ways to lower utility costs. CUB’s utility bill clinic is co-sponsored by the Cook County’s Department of Environmental Control. The event is for adults only. Registration is limited to 50. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org.
Science lab to be held for children
The science lab session with Miss Emily will be held for children of all ages at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 at the Green Hills Library, 8611 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills. Miss Emily will lead the group in science experiments at the library. Registration is limited to 25. Children of all ages are welcome. However, children under age 6 must be assisted by a caregiver. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org.
Patrons can see ‘Sully’ and have catered dinner
Guests can see a movie and have dinner at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16 at the Green Hills Library, 8611 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills. The movie “Sully” will be presented and will include a catered dinner. One lucky person will win a copy of the movie. Registration is limited to 45 The movie and dinner is for adults only. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org.
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Thursday, February 9, 2017
Former Palos Heights residents appreciate life at Smith Crossing, Smith Village
Former Palos Heights resident Virginia Bailie knows what it takes to live “a wonderful life.” Just like in the iconic Jimmy Stewart movie, she was married to one George Bailie — and they shared a happy life of 68 years, four months and nine days. She grew up in Evanston, which she describes as “a wonderful community.” At age 20, she met George while traveling by train with her aunt to Florida. At the pinnacle of his career, George served as the president of the films packaging division of Union Carbide. Virginia focused on her responsibilities as a stayat-home mom, raising their sons, George and David, and daughter, Barbara, in the family’s Flossmoor home. When the couple became empty nesters, they moved to the Oak Hills Country Club Village in Palos Heights. They remained there 18 years, and George served as president on the condo association board. “We enjoyed playing golf and bike riding,” said Virginia. “It was just a lovely place. We liked being in Palos Heights and being close to nature.” Virginia still attends Peace Memorial Church in Palos Park and visits friends in the Palos area. Even though the couple were supposed to be downsizing, their Oak Hills condo occupied two units. “George always preferred living in large spaces,” Virginia said. In 2006, when the Bailies moved to Smith Crossing, 10501 Emilie Lane in Orland Park, they opted for the largest two-bedroom apartment. It features two bathrooms, several roomy closets, an
she said. “Everything!” High on her list of favorite things to do is dining with friends, listening to visiting musical groups, exercising twice a week in the fitness center and participating in hand exercise classes. Last summer, she and other residents attended a wedding reception for Meghan Maple, life enrichment director. The celebration was held at Smith Village. “I call Meghan my BF, short for best friend,” Pat said. “She’s like so many people who work here — caring and kind! Extremely devoted. This place is just wonderful!”
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Smith Crossing resident Virginia Bailie maintains ties to the Palos Heights community.
Former Palos Heights resident Pat Hunding (left) enjoys a hug from Meghan Maple, director of life enrichment at Smith Village, on her wedding day.
eat-in kitchen, and an area the Bailies chose to use as an office. George passed away three years ago, but Virginia enjoys having the extra space for when family members visit. She has five grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren. She also enjoys baking cranberry nut bread in her kitchen, which overlooks a pond and walking trail on Smith’s Crossing’s 32-acre campus. “When George passed away, I was grateful to be living here,” said Virginia, who looks younger than her 92 years. “I’m doing very well because I’m in this environment. It’s great to be in such pleasant surroundings, the people are wonderful and I always have someone
to do things with.” She enjoys the onsite entertainment, dining with fellow residents, taking trips to local attractions, walking the campus — indoors and out — with fellow residents, listening to the Smith Crossing choir, and participating in brain-fitness. Like Virginia Bailie, Pat Hunding, 80, knows what it means to enjoy a wonderful life. She too once lived at Oak Hills Country Club Village. In 2012, she and her husband, Bill, moved to Smith Crossing’s sister community, Smith Village, 2320 W. 111th Place in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood. Bill, now deceased, fervently sup-
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ported the mission of Smith Village, having served on the Smith Board of Trustees for many years, including as its Board president when Smith Village opened in 2008. Before moving to Palos Heights, the Hundings raised their four children in Beverly. Bill served 40 years as president of the American School, one of the nation’s first correspondence schools. Pat has made Smith Village her home. She even donated a foosball table used by residents and their family members who visit. She has six grandchildren and one greatgrandchild “What do I like about living here?”
SCHOOL NEWS
A group of students from the Class of 2017 have been selected as Illinois State Scholars from Brother Rice High School
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Brother Rice seniors selected as Illinois State Scholars A group of students from the Class of 2017 at Brother Rice High School have been recognized as Illinois State Scholars. The Brother Rice Illinois State Scholars are Joseph Sweeney, Rob Balsewich, a graduate of Most Holy Redeemer in Evergreen Park; Joseph Alvarez, Dan Harty, Brendan Ashley, St. Linus in Oak Lawn; Ryan Banky, James Baker, St. Germaine in Oak Lawn; Edward Barry, St. Linus; John Kane, Oak LawnHometown Middle School in Oak Lawn; Nathan Avalos, Patrick Hollander, Justin Aubin, St. Linus; John Murphy, Joseph Condon, Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School; Mat-
thew Waters, Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School; Matthew Dargan, Miles Potts, Jacob Munoz, Brandon Lange, Daniel Collins, St. Linus; Michael Foreman, St. Paul Lutheran School in Evergreen Park; Ryan McLaughlin, St. Patricia in Hickory Hills; Jesus Barajas, Central Middle School in Evergreen Park; Sean Kenny, John O’Connor, John Pufunt, Palos South in Palos Park, and Brian Papiernik. Illinois State Scholars represent approximately the top 10 percent of high school seniors from 765 high schools across the state. Illinois State Scholars are chosen based
Chicago Christian H.S. hosts STEM Shadow Day A STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Shadow Day was held Feb. 2 at Chicago Christian High School in Palos Heights. Students were able to observe STEM classes including engineering and biomedical science. Following a pizza lunch that included presentations from faculty and staff and a robotics demonstration, the students attended a few other classes. Pictured in the photo are the shadow day guests and their hosts for the day. Submitted photo
on a combination of exemplary ACT or SAT test scores and sixth semester class rank. “I applaud all of the 2017-18 state scholars for their hard work and outstanding academic performance,” said Eric Zarnikow, ISAC executive director. “Students have a lot to contend with as they move through high school — from increased testing to extracurricular activities to highly competitive college admissions. Kudos to these students and also to the teachers, parents, coaches and other mentors who contributed to their success and helped them navigate a path towards college and career success.”
Smith Senior Living, a not-for-profit organization serving older adults, sponsors the only life plan communities in the Southwest sector of metropolitan Chicago. An innovative leader in 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 Smiths 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 773-474-7303 or SmithVillage.org.
Stagg students named Illinois State Scholars
A large group from the Class of 2017 at Stagg High School in Palos Hills has been recognized as Illinois State Scholars. Selection is based on SAT or ACT scores, and/or class rank at the end of junior year. Stagg students who were selected as Illinois State Scholars are Malake Alazmah, Konstantine Alikakos, Muhammad Farris Alqawasmi, Matthew Angellotti, Mary Baca, Tala Baker, Garrett Bartle, Iman Benchehida, Jacob Burgert, John Contant, William DeAngelis, Michael Domasik, Tyler Early, Andrew Pita, Patrick Gabel, Jessica Glow, Patrycja Gorska, Michelle Guo, Jordan Hass, Bryan Jaski, Timothy Kampert, Gorve Kamra and Ada Kanapskyte. The list also includes Caroline Kasprzak, Thomas Kazanecki, Konrad Kepka, Nora Klein, Franciszek Kowalczyk, Maciej Krzysiak, James Lee, Kevin Lenart, Kamil Lepkowski, Emma Lizzio, Spencer Mackovitch, Cara Mahoney, Malgorzata Maka, Constantine Makris, Jakub Malinowski, Karolina Masaityte, Jake McFarland, Alyssa Migler, Alexa Minervini, Baraa Musallam, Thomas Oblazny, Lindsey O’Connor, Theodora Parianos, Kristin Podbomy, Margaret Polk, Jeremy Poynton, Kelly Roach, Rachel Rorison and Natalia Samborska The list also includes Evan Shafer, Bassel Shanab, Robert Sievers, Sarah Socha, Jordan Soohoo, Mallory Strauch, Nathaniel Sumoski, Julia Syslo, Kamil Szymonik, Mustafa Taha, Alexandra Takuski, Samuel Thomason, Ayline Villegas, Olivia Waight, Colin Walsh, Michael Wegrzyniak and Alexandra Wierzbiak.
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Winning art festival poster
Evergreen Park Community High School senior Courtney Coleman’s (above) poster design was selected to promote the 2017 Annual South Suburban College Regional High School Student Art Exhibit and Festival, sponsored by South Suburban College. Her graphic design was chosen from entries submitted by over 20 participating schools and the design will also be used for the program cover. The show runs through Friday, Feb. 24. Coleman will be recognized at the festival on Feb. 24.
OLCHS board member stays active in the community
Dan Janik is a member of the Oak Lawn Community High School 229 Board of Education and has been involved in a variety of activities over the years. Janik has been married to his wife, Jean, for 30 years and they have three children: Andrew, Janik Nicole, and Sydney. Andrew graduated from St. Rita High School and the University of Illinois. Nicole, a Spartan alumna, also graduated from the University of Illinois and works for Wells Fargo. Sydney is currently a junior at Oak Lawn Community High School. Janik graduated with a double major in Computer Science and Math from University of Illinois at Chicago. He has worked for 37 years as an information technology professional. He is currently the U.S. chief technology officer for BMO Harris Bank, NA, where he has worked for 27 years. He has spent most years of his adult life as a volunteer, including board member positions at Westside Baseball in Oak Lawn and the St. Gerald Athletics Club. He was a youth coach for the Oak Lawn Park District, Westside Baseball, and St. Gerald Athletics. As a school board member, Janik said he hopes to be an integral part of the community and wants to help the students make the most of their skills that will lay the foundation for their future success and happiness.
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CCL’s crusade and Crusaders
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Brother Rice’s Mike Shepski dribbles by St. Laurence’s Isiah Harvey in a game on Jan. 31. The two could face each other Sunday in the second round of the last Chicago Catholic League Tournament.
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Brother Rice coach Bobby Frasor won the Catholic League title Friday night against Leo. He also won the crown as a player 12 years ago.
Changes are coming, including vanquishing hoops tournament
Rice’s Frasor wins South title as coach, 12 years after winning it as a player
By Frank Gogola
Correspondent
CCL’s LAST TOURNAMENT
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Major changes are coming to the Chicago Catholic League, especially in boys basketball. After a four-year run, this season’s ongoing CCL basketball tournament will be the last one. CCL basketball teams and other team sports will be realigned from a geographical model to a parity model in hopes of balancing competition and marketing the league. Both changes were voted on and approved by the 18 CCL athletic directors by a majority vote. Specifics of the realignment are still being discussed. Southwest Regional Publishing area schools that will be affected are Brother Rice, St. Laurence, St. Rita and Mt. Carmel. Here are some of the more pressing issues:
End of the conference tournament Area coaches and athletics directors spoke strongly in favor of wanting to keep the CCL tournament.
Southwest Regional Publishing’s teams’ first-round games Saturday at St. Joseph:
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St. Mel or Marmion vs. Brother Rice, 1 p.m. St. Ignatius vs. St. Laurence, 2:30 p.m. Mt. Carmel vs. DePaul, 4 p.m. St. Rita vs. St. Joseph, 5:30 p.m.
St. Rita athletic director Mike Zunica, St. Laurence AD Tim Chandler and Mt. Carmel AD Dan LaCount said they voted in favor of keeping the tournament. While teams from most other conferences are playing through their conference a second time, CCL teams did so in a bracket format. “The finality of the state tournament is like boom, you lose and your season is over, so you have to make every possession matter,” Brother Rice coach Bobby Frasor said. The CCL tournament “gets you See CHANGES, Page 3
By Phil Arvia Brother Rice coach Bobby Frasor was a senior on the Crusaders’ 2005 team, their last — until Friday night — to win a Catholic League South title. Josh Niego, this year’s leading scorer and rebounder, was asked what he knew about that squad. “I know they shared it,” he said. Consider that the closest thing to smack talk in the aftermath of Brother Rice’s 55-45 win over Leo, with which the Crusaders (20-3) closed out a perfect 7-0 league season. Except that it wasn’t smack at all. It was Niego, who went over 1,000 points for his career in a 60-45 win Tuesday over St. Laurence, relaying yet another lesson taught by his coaches. “It still bothers coach today,” he said. “Winning outright was huge for the whole program.” Wearing the net he’d helped cut down minutes earlier around his neck, Niego said he was happiest for “everybody. … It’s the guys, the Brother Rice community, our relationship with
the coaches — it’s all about the coaching. They make us look good by putting us in the right places, and we make them look good by making shots.” In the win over Leo (17-6, 5-2), they did so, especially, early, and especially when Mike Shepski was shooting. Shepski, Brother Rice’s all-time leading 3-point shooter, went 4-for-4 from outside the arc in the first half, as the Crusaders stormed to a 32-19 lead. His sixth trey on the night — and 210th on his career — gave Rice a 48-28 lead at the outset of the fourth quarter. But Shepski, who finished with a game-high 24 points, wasn’t the only Crusaders sharpshooter. Jack O’Connor was 3-of-6 from 3-point range on his way to 11 points and Niego and Brendan Coghlan each added a trey as Rice finished 9-of15 (.600) from long distance. Overall, the Crusaders were 19-of-35 (.543) from the field for the game. Leo, which prefers a deliberate style and working the ball inside, wasn’t given many of those See RICE, Page 3
They’re all in s-ink: Plenty of area football stars ink letters of intent By Jeff Vorva
ney, Sheldun Benn is going to Olivet Nazarene and Xazavian Valladay is heading to Wyoming.
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There will be a lot more as the weeks go by, but several area football standouts got the jump and inked letters of intent on Feb. 1. Not surprisingly, Brother Rice, St. Laurence and Marist — three teams that combined for a 26-9 record in 2016 — combined to have 20 athletes sign on the first day. The marquee player is Brother Rice wide receiver Ricky Smalling, the Regional/Reporter Player of the Year. He committed to Lovie Smith at Illinois. But there were plenty of others who enjoyed signing up with colleges big and small last week. Here is a list:
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St. Laurence quarterback Romello Washington hopes to be unleashing big passes at Wisconsin-Stout next year.
The Crusaders had seven sign on the first day. Smalling inked with Illinois, Shelby Benn and Iben King are heading to McKendree, Aarion Lacy is playing at Minnesota State-Mankato, Larry Washington is headed to Nebraska-Kear-
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The Vikings, who went to the state semifinals two years in a row, also had seven sign. Tim Ladewig is heading to Ripon, Willie Spears signed with St. Cloud State, Brett Bittner will play at Valparaiso, Levy Hamer and Romello Washington will head to Wisconsin-Stout, Lonnie Chambers and Doug Kosch will head to Wisconsin-Whitewater.
Marist The East Suburban Catholic Conference champs had six sign. Robert Topps III is heading to Kansas, Billy Kuduk signed with Kansas State, David Tischina will go to St. Francis, Tom O’Mara will attend Western Michigan and Micah Awordiran will attend Yale. See LETTERS OF INTENT, Page 2
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Sandburg cheerleaders collect another trophy By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
Sandburg’s cheerleading team brought home its sixth trophy in 12 years after taking third in the large school division of the Illinois High School Association State Competitive STATEMENT Cheerleading GAMES meet Saturday at U.S. Cellular Coliseum in Bloomington. Coach Mike Bruce’s squad scored a 90.71 in the final round and was beaten by champion Lincoln-Way East (94.46) and Joliet West (92.71). The Eagles have also taken third in 2008 and 2010. They were state champs in 2006, 2009 and 2012. Members of the team are Madison Benes, Madeline Cescato, Melanie Cescato, Hannah Egan, Kennedy Harris, Emily Hayes, Lindsay Hayes, Hallie Hultquist, Kelly Hyde, Andrea Kielbowicz, Grace Mackle, Ryann McDonald, Karly Petro, Makiah Terry, Taylor Villa and Amy Weslow. Stagg took seventh in the coed division with an 84.91 one day after a second-place showing in the preliminaries. Coach Bridget Guzior said an error
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Sandburg’s cheerleading team finished third in the state and brought home a top-3 trophy for the sixth time in 12 seasons.
early in the finals routine cost the Chargers some points. “We’re losing one senior (Kaiti Mueller) and she is the most talented, hard-working and kindest athlete I’ve ever coached but the rest of the warriors will be back,’’ the coach said. “The future is bright.’’ Other members of the squad are Lova Garrett, Fierra Walker, Alyssa Collaro, Victoria Grzeszczuk, Natalia Fidowicz, Britney Hawkins, Mariah Aguirre, Ethan Wolski, Nate Tangonon, Johann Cuta, Adam VanWitzenburg, Mikal Orloff and Ruben Serna.
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Shepard finished 12th in the preliminaries in coed and missed advancing to the finals by two spots. Marist finished 18th in the large-school category.
Regional wrestling Brother Rice has just two wrestlers ranked in the top 10 in the state, according to the Illinois Matmen website, but the team produced 10 regional champions on Wednesday. Brother Rice won the Class 2A team championship at St. Laurence with 264 points while Evergreen Park was second
with 143. The hosts were fourth with 81. Individual champs for the Crusaders were Hassan Johnson (120 pounds), Angel Grandando (126), Caleb Snoddy (132), Ryan Schickel (138), Rahman Johnson (145), Dominick Murphy (152), Paul Gliva (160), Will Gilhooly (182), Scott Sierzega (220) and Myles Ruffin (285). Rahman Johnson is ranked eighth in the state at 145 and Sierzega 10th at 220. Mike Archer of St. Laurence was a regional champ at 106. Sandburg won the Andrew Class 3A Regional, followed by Marist (163.5) and Stagg (146) Sandburg’s champions were Ben Kirby (132), Tim Houston (145), Alex Hirschfield (182), Patrick Brucki 195) and Malik Scates (285). Marist champs were Michael Leveille (106) and Diata Drayton (220). Stagg champs were Domenic Zaccone (113), Ahmad Suleiman (152), Peter Radiv (160), Richards finished second in the Lemont Class 2A Regional as Rocco Palumbo won at 132, Anthony Quinn at 195 and Marquis Hall at 285.
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last year. At the Brooks Regional at Skyway Bowl in Chicago, Shepard’s Stephanie Reichard (956) and Naomi Taylor (911) and Marist’s Abby Conrad (900) advanced to the Andrew Sectional.
Girls gymnastics Sandburg-Stagg’s Maddy Roe and Maddie Giglio qualified for tonight’s, Thursday’s, Oswego Sectional in several events during the Hinsdale Central Regional on Jan. 30. Roe was first in all-around with a 37.6250 and Giglio was second with a 36.200. Roe and Giglio took second and third respectively on the vault, Roe won the uneven bars, Roe and Giglio took first and second on the balance beam, while Giglio and Roe took first and second in the floor exercise. Sandburg’s team and Taylor Talley (floor and vault) qualified at-large. Marist freshman Nora Poole picked up an at-large bid in allaround at Glenbard West and advance to the Glenbard North Sectional. Oak Lawn’s Melissa Krzak qualified for the Fremd Sectional in the vault at the Maine South Regional.
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usually have problems with people who post anonymous stuff on the Internet. Come on, cowards, put your real name on it before you start attacking people. Your comments might still be stupid but at least you have the guts to put your name on it. But, like finding a pearl in a sewer, I found an anonymous poster who I agreed with. He made sense. Someone who goes by “Modern Day Coach” posted some wisdom on the Volleytalk after some posters JEFF VORVA website were grumbling about referees Making the and officials costing their kids Extra Point matches. I was so impressed with what MDC had to say that I am turning the rest of the column over to him (or her). Thanks Modern Day Coach, whoever you are: “In my early college coaching days I mistakenly decided that I was going to chew out an official after a postseason match that we lost and had myself and floor captain yellow carded in all, while placing partial blame for the lost match and seasons end on him. “He calmly looked at me, placed his hand on my back and said ‘son, did you play perfect-flawless matches your entire life? Have you ever watched film and wish you could have had substitution or a decision back?’ “I aggressively told him no, of course not, and yes that is just part of coaching! He proceeded with a simple smile and said ‘well neither do I, and when I see replays of matches sometimes I can’t help but cringe at a decision I made. But what I can tell you is that I will always keep order in my court, and I will never make a questionable call that I think could end a match.’ “From that day forward I have always remembered what he said to me. “While I am still guilty for occasionally getting on officials, my maturity and growth as a coach can be credited to this moments like this among others over the years as well. What I try to remind my players now is that of all the matches they will play in their life, less than 1 percent will have their outcome decided because of who is on the stand. “We talk about how many unforced errors they made, how many missed service zones, how many 1-option passes, or how many high freeballs to zone 6 happened in that match. I try to remind them to think of what they were doing during the duration of each set prior to the final outcome that put the official in a position to be receiving blame for their loss over a specific call or two. “By screaming at an official from the sidelines during the match, and then after, I was demonstrating to my players and parents that this behavior was acceptable and a clear representation of myself and the name on the jerseys we were donning. “It is easy to forget that as a leader we are the baseline and model for the behavior we exhibit while in public, that we are letting every single person in the gym know we feel it is OK to act like this. “When I read about all the complaints regarding refs from the kids that want to post on the boards, or parents complaining publicly, and even coaches blowing the top off at tournaments, and how inappropriate some of these teams are acting these days, I can’t help but think back to a coach I had in grade school telling us when we went to other schools to play them to ‘remember to whom you belong.’ “What he meant by this is sports is bigger than just you, while your name may be on the back of the jersey it doesn’t just belong to you, it came from your parents first. The name on the front belongs to the school that recruited you or the club that chooses you, and while you may think that you are responsible for yourself, you are also a representation of your family, school/club, and coach. “If you are going to selfishly make a fool of yourself, you are subsequently embarrassing countless others in connection with your actions and perhaps giving a crystal clear reason for someone else to want absolutely no connection with you at all.’’
nated the Hinsdale Central Regional on Saturday at Suburbanite Bowl in Westmont as Richards won with a 5,703 while Oak Lawn took second with a 5,228. Both teams advance to the Oak Lawn Sectional on Saturday at Palos Lanes in Palos Hills. Richards senior Alexandra Wozniak was the individual regional champion with a sixgame score of 1,344. Others scoring for the Bulldogs were Gina Bartkus (1,221), Payton Attig (1,211), Katie Strache, Caitlyn Solomon Mia Jones and Phoenix Lopez. Oak Lawn was led by Allison Hebel’s 1,133, LaAnne Kommenich’s 1,088, Jayna Greiman’s 1,016, Stephanie Gasca’s 1,008 and Lena Rayas’s 983. Individuals advancing from the area are Mother McAuley’s Michaela Dwyer (1,043) and Kristen Scheffler (961), Evergreen Park’s Morgan Markowicz (1,010) and Queen of Peace’s Paige Totosz (968). At the Plainfield South Regional at Town & Country Lanes in Joliet, Sandburg’s Emily Schrader rolled a 1,255 to qualify for Saturday’s Andrew Sectional at Orland Bowl in Orland Park. Schrader, a junior, finished 10th in the state
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Mother McAuley players cheer during a GCAC game against Queen of Peace and hope there is a lot more to cheer about after being seeded fourth at the Class 4A Shepard Sectional. The Mighty Macs will host the supersectional on Feb. 27.
Postseason is ready to roll By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
The seeds have been planted for postseason girls basketball. Regional action in the Illinois High School Association begins Monday in Class 3A and Class 4A and already started this week in Class 1A and 2A. Many of the area’s teams are at the Class 4A Shepard Sectional, where Marist drew the No. 2 seed behind Homewood-Flossmoor. Mother McAuley, which took third place in the Girls Catholic Athletic Conference Tournament on Saturday, picked up the fourth seed and will host the supersectional Feb. 27. Sandburg was seeded 10th, Richards 12th, Stagg 14th and Shepard
15th in the 20-team tournament. At the 22-team Class 4A Argo Sectional, Oak Lawn was seeded 15th. In Class 3A, Queen of Peace, which is in its final season because the school is scheduled to close after this school year, drew the No. 2 seed in the DeLaSalle Sectional behind Bogan. Queen of Peace is the only team out of the 21 that is not based in Chicago. At the Class 3A Hillcrest Sectional, Evergreen Park drew the second seed in the 11-team sub-sectional behind Harlan. In Class 2A, Chicago Christian drew the third seed in an 11-team sub-sectional at the Lisle Sectional behind Beecher and Illiana Christian.
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First class produces first-class results By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
The St. Xavier University women’s bowling team hasn’t started up yet, but coach Michael Kay’s first batch of recruits is already enjoying success. Kay announced that five high school senior bowlers signed up to SXU for its inaugural season in 201718 last week and they proceeded to all advance to sectional play for their high school teams on Saturday. The list includes Alexandra Wozniak of Richards, a three-time South Suburban all-conference selection, conference individual champion as a senior and a two-time state qualifier. “Alex is a solid player, who has had a tremendous senior season,” Kay said. “She earned a number of medals and winning her conference really stands out. We look forward to working with her and feel like she could be a consistent player for us as we start the program.” Oak Lawn’s Stephanie Gasca, a two time MVP on the Spartans, also is a part of the historic first class. “We were excited to sign Stephanie, because it is always important to have a good lefty on the roster,” said Kay. “She has improved year after year during her high school career, so if she keeps that trend going, she will have a very successful career here as a Cougar.” Others incoming recruits are Lockport’s Marissa Ramirez and Monica Colon and Streator’s Sydney Gill. Men’s basketball: Junior point
guard Quinn Niego (Brother Rice) scored 36 points and became the 40th player in Saint Xavier University men’s basketball history to reach the 1,000 career point milestone in guiding the Cougars to a 90-81 nonconference win over Indiana University-Northwest Saturday afternoon. Women’s basketball: Behind a team-high 26 points from junior guard Kara Krolicki (Mokena/Lincoln-Way East), and a 22-point effort by freshman guard Maddie Welter (Arlington Heights/Buffalo Grove) the No. 4 ranked Saint Xavier University women’s basketball team defeated No. 13 Indiana UniversityNorthwest, 113-88, in non-conference action Saturday.
Trinity Christian College Men’s basketball: TCC dropped an 88-65 decision to St. Francis despite Jordan Perry’s 19 points. Women’s basketball: The Trolls dropped a 103-76 decision to St. Francis, the No. 1 NAIA team in the nation. Celina Wanta scored 12 to lead the Trolls.
Moraine Valley Women’s basketball: The Cyclones, ranked 16th in the nation, beat Oakton, 99-44 on Jan. 31 as Michelle Borgen had 22 points and 12 rebounds. On Thursday, they beat Morton, 89-36 as Erin Drynan had 21 points and 20 rebounds. Men’s basketball: MVCC lost 7473 to Oakton on Jan. 31 despite Nick Sims’ 27 points. The Cyclones lost a 69-65 decision to Morton on Thursday.
Chicago and Soldier Field will be hosting the Major League Soccer All-Star Game on Aug. 2, leaving Bridgeview and Toyota Park with… Not much. As of late Monday afternoon, an opponent for the All-Stars hasn’t been named, but MLS Soccer Commissioner Don Garber said it will be a huge international opponent and Soldier Field was the logical choice for the venue. “It would make no sense for anybody to have an international opponent in a stadium that has 18,000 seats,’’ Garber said. “It’s not a game we could have played at Toyota Park.’’ Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and city officials and sponsors held a big bash at Soldier Field on Jan. 31 to announce the game. “Soccer is a global sport and Chicago is the ideal global city to host this important game,” Emanuel said. “This match will not just bring more world-class soccer to the city, it will help inspire future generations of soccer stars who are learning the game on playgrounds and fields in neighborhoods throughout the city of Chicago.” Toyota Park in Bridgeview, the home of the Chicago Fire, hosted the MLS All-Star game in 2006 but this year, it was not even a consideration even though the Sports Turf Managers Association named Toyota Park the finest professional soccer field in the nation for 2016. “If we were going to have a large international club, it was never a consideration to have it at Toyota Park,’’ Garber said. “And it would make no sense for us to do that. It would make no sense for the team we’re trying to bring in. It would make no sense for the Chicagoland market. “I want to make this crystal clear: We’re in the business of trying to grow the sport in our country and to make our teams
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Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the City of Chicago will host the 2017 MLS All-Star game in August.
more popular. And if we can do that and bring in an international club to a 70,000-seat stadium, that has an enormous benefit for the Fire and for Toyota Park because it’s just going to create more excitement. The Fire is the promotor of this game. They are front and center. This is an opportunity for the Fire to be in the middle of something really big.’’ Fire officials said there could be an exhibition game hosted at Toyota Park around the time of the all-star game. There is some speculation that with the Fire opening up a training facility on the North Side of Chicago and this showcase being hosted at Solider Field, the league could want a change of venue for the Fire. “We’re always trying to think of ways to do things that will create excitement in all of our markets, so I’m not going to talk specifically about that,” Garber said. “I think this game is a way to achieve some celebration for this club and if there are other things we can do, we will work with the Fire to be able to do that.’’ Bridgeview officials said the team is in the midst of a 30-year deal that was inked in 2005.
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Richards The powerhouse Bulldogs had four ink on Feb. 1. Joe Carpenter is heading to Davenport (Mich.), Nate Gimza and Torey Nails signed with St. Cloud State, and Pat Doyle will play for St. Xavier University.
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Mustangs first-year coach Jerry Verde also had four sign up. Eric Williams and Julian Rodriguez will attend St. Xavier University, Damon Turner is heading to Robert Morris and Jimmy Cosgrove chose Carthage.
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The lone Astro to sign the first day was kicker Mike Itrube, who will head to St. Xavier University.
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AREA HOOPS AT A GLANCE Jovanna Martinucci and Queen of Peace hope to keep their fi al season going as long as they can as the Pride plays the winner of Solorio Academy vs. Noble/Comer in a Class 3A regional semifinal at Solorio. The school is scheduled to close at the end of the school year.
BOYS Brother Rice Chicago Christian Evergreen Park Marist Oak Lawn Richards St. Laurence Sandburg Shepard Stagg
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CCL Tournament, Sat. hosts Walther Christian, Fri.; at Elmwood Park, Tue. at Richards, Fri.; hosts Reavis, Tues. hosts St. Viator, Fri. at Reavis, Fri. hosts Evergreen Park, Thurs.; hosts Shepard, Tues. CCL Tournament hosts Lockport, Fri. at Kennedy, Fri.; at Richards, Tues. hosts LW East, Fri.
* Records through Sunday, Feb. 5; compiled by Jeff Vorva.
GIRLS Chicago Christian Evergreen Park Marist Mother McAuley Oak Lawn Queen of Peace Richards Sandburg Shepard Stagg
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Class 2A regionals hosts Reavis, Thurs.; at Oak Forest Class 3A regional semifinal Wed. at LW Central Class 4A regional semi vs. Shepard-T.F. North winner, Tues. at Stagg Class 4A regional semifinal vs. Stagg-Bremen winner, Tues. at Eisenhower, Thurs.; hosts Willowbrook in Class 4A regional, Mon. at Solorio Academy Class 3A regional semifinal, Tues. at Shepard, Thurs.; at Stagg vs. LW East in Class 4A regional semi, Tues. at Bolingbrook, Thurs.; at LWC in Class 4A regional semifinal, Tues. hosts Richards, Thurs.; at LWC vs. T.F. North in 4A regional quarter, Mon. hosts Bremen in Class 4A regional quarterfinal, Mon.
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in that mindset before the state tournament.” When Gary DeCesare started coaching at St. Rita in 200910, he was looking for a way to prepare for the state tournament other than just practices. League coaches bought in on the tournament idea, and he and Loyola Academy coach Tom Livatino ran the first tournament following the 2013-14 season before the CCL took it over. “The level of competition absolutely prepares them for the state tournament,” DeCesare said. “Everybody’s goal is to win a state title. This gives a Chicago Catholic League teams a chance to win a tournament, a championship.” In the tournament’s first three years, Fenwick in 2016 was the only regular-season champion from the CCL North or South to win it. “Teams that weren’t in the running for a conference championship at the end of the season still had something to work toward at that point,” Chandler said. “It was awesome for the kids and the program to have a couple upsets and create that buzz. It almost had that March Madness feeling.” The main opposition to the CCL tournament came from smaller schools. CCL teams in 1A or 2A start regionals one week before 3A and 4A, so they have almost no time off between the CCL tournament, which has a consolation bracket, and regionals. Other issues were logistics and travel. Some games sites were set while others were determined by wins and losses, which could be an issue at coed schools if girls basketball was hosting a regional. There was a noticed a lack of interest in weeknight and neutral-site games, especially in the consolation bracket, with schools spread out in the northern, western and southern suburbs. Zunica said there won’t be any CCL tournaments “in the near future.”
Conference realignment CCL basketball realignment is part of an ongoing process to make the conference more appealing through a parity model that groups teams based on success.
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Continued from Page 1 looks from a packed-in Rice defense. The Lions went 3-of-11 from 3-point range and were led by Aamir Holmes’ 12 points. “Leo’s a good team,” Shepski said. “We knew we had to work the ball around every possession and get good shots. We did, and we’ve got so many good shooters.” After Leo opened the contest with a bucket for its only lead of the game and Rice answered with a Josh Boulanger put-back, Shepski hit his first trey from the top of the key to put the Crusaders in the lead for good. He closed the quarter with another from the same spot. “That’s a big thing for confidence and rhythm,” he said, “getting the first couple to go down.” Not that Shepski ever lacks for confidence. “He’s so explosive with the
The main factors in the parity model are conference records from the last two years, enrollment of male students instead of total enrollment since some schools are co-ed, and participation numbers in that sport to account for roster depth of larger schools, according to Providence Catholic athletic director Doug Ternik, who is on the CCL Parity Committee. “Teams want to join a league where they know they can have a chance to compete,” Zunica said. “If you have different conferences with parity where that team could envision themselves in one of those divisions and have the ability to compete, then that would be attractive. That is the entire goal: to always be attractive to somebody if we wanted to expand.” The realignment also evens out conferences. After Hales and Seton closed, the CCL South was left with eight teams and seven conference games, and the CCL North had 10 teams and nine conference games. The proposed basketball model will be two nine-team conferences. They’re expected to play eight division games and three crossovers since there won’t be a tournament. In the fall, soccer was the first to use a parity model, and boys volleyball will have a parity model this spring, although those were based more on an eye test than a scientific model. Baseball is expected to make the switch in spring 2018 and football in fall 2018. Other team sports will go to a parity model in the future. “It’s a great way to keep things fresh in the league, interest outside schools and make sure we remain the best conference in the state,” LaCount said. Teams good at basketball but bad at soccer may be in the top basketball conference and a lower soccer conference. Not all sports using the parity model will be limited to two conferences. Football is expected to be four. Parity model data will be rerun every two years to promote or relegate teams based on success. There’ll be an appeal process for school to appeal up or down a division, LaCount said. Basketball realignment changes will continue to be discussed. They need to be approved by the school presidents and are expected to become official in May. ball in his hands,” Frasor said. “We don’t really draw up plays for him. We live with a lot of his shots we wouldn’t let anybody else on the team take — I’m fine with that.” Too, Frasor will live with making room for another championship banner in the Rice rafters beside that of his ’05 squad’s. “This is better — this is so much fun,” Frasor said when asked to rank cutting down the nets as a player or watching his charges do so as a coach. “It’s fun seeing other guys have success. I want everyone in our program to enjoy helping others succeed.” From his playing days at North Carolina, Frasor took a motto from Tar Heels coach Roy Williams. “‘It’s amazing what can be accomplished when no one cares who gets the credit,’” Frasor said. “That’s what we believe, and that’s the way these guys play.”
SANDBURG 40, STAGG 36
Eagles fly high, even with Pygon grounded By Aaron FitzPatrick
Stagg’s Josh Strama drives on Sandburg’s Barlow Alleruzzo during Sandburg’s win in the SWSC Blue on Thursday.
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Sandburg head coach Todd Allen gave members of the media a homework assignment last week. “I want you guys to research this: Is there a varsity team whose leading scorer, right now without Jake Pygon, is six points a game?” he asked. Allen posed the question last Thursday after his Eagles defeated SouthWest Suburban Blue and District 230 rival Stagg, 40-36, on the road. Allen said Pygon leads the Eagles in points, steals and assists. He’s about halfway through a four-week recovery period after having his left meniscus removed on Jan. 27. Allen said he hoped Pygon could return by the regionals in late February. Pygon was averaging only 8.2 points per game according to Allen before his injury, so the Eagles are already used to spreading the points around in their 13 wins after the Stagg victory. But when you find yourself down 14 points in the third period on your rival’s home court, the situation may seem more than a little hopeless. “We only had one day to prepare for them,” said Allen. “They’re a very tough team to prepare for with a lot of good stuff.” Stagg outscored the Eagles 13-2 in the second period and led by a dozen at the break. Despite the deficit, Allen felt pretty good about his team’s chances. “We were missing shots but I thought we were getting good looks,” he said. The Eagles missed all 11 of their 3-point attempts in the first half while Stagg connected on four of its first five from beyond the arc. The Eagles got some scoring production from five players and ended the last six minutes of the third period on an improbable 18-0 run and a 30-26 lead heading into the fourth. Midway through the run, Stagg’s leading scorer, John Mahoney (10 points), was fouled hard and let Sandburg
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know it. Mahoney was whistled for a technical foul for overly expressing his dissatisfaction with the foul. Hussein Abourahma knocked down both free throws for the Eagles to cut the lead to 26-19 and rode a wave of momentum into the fourth period. “We’ll take them any way we can on the road,” Allen said about the technical foul. “We have a lot of respect for this team. We’ve had our battles before.” The last battle in December saw the Eagles give up a six-point lead with 30 seconds to play at home. Stagg ended up winning that one, 54-48, in overtime. “We felt like we let one get away at our place last time,” said Allen. “But I thought our kids did a tremendous job of doing what we asked them to do.”
The Eagles shot their way back into the game in the third with 3-pointers from leading-scorer Edmond Mila (13 points), Barlow Alleruzzo and Jack McNulty. They finished the comeback at the free-throw line in the fourth, shooting 6-of-8 from the charity stripe down the stretch. The defense held the Chargers to just 10 secondhalf points. It held high-scoring Charger guard John Contant to just eight points after allowing him to go off for 18 points in Decembe, including 15 in the final two minutes of regulation and overtime. “They did a fantastic job,” said Allen. “They battled their butts off. We could have very easily collapsed down 12 points to a good team. A lot of guys stepped up and kept their composure.”
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Section 2 Thursday, February 9, 2017
The Regional News - The Reporter
Images from a surprise rivalry doubleheader By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
It wasn’t scheduled like this. But it worked out perfectly for some fans. Brother Rice and Mother McAuley, two schools that are next door to each other in Chicago, took on rivals St. Laurence and Queen of
Mother McAuley hoops coach Ashley Luke-Clanton calls out some plays against Queen of Peace.
Peace, two teams that are next door to each other in Burbank, on Jan. 31. The Queen of Peace/McAuley game wasn’t on the regular schedule but it came about because both teams made it to the quarterfinals of the Girls Catholic Athletic Conference tournament. McAuley pulled off a 52-33 victory at home. Tara O’Malley scored 29 points for the Mighty Macs in what will
be the final game between these two teams, as Queen of Peace is scheduled to close after the school year. The game ended in enough time for fans to make the short trip to Brother Rice, where the Crusaders blew open a close Chicago Catholic League South game in the second half with a 60-45 victory. Josh Niego scored 17 points for the winners. Here are some photos from the night:
Queen of Peace’s Jovanna Martinucci is helped off the court in the second quarter after she injured her knee. The sophomore was able to return to the game.
Mother McAuley’s Tara O’Malley launches a 3-pointer. She scored 29 points in a Jan. 31 victory over Queen of Peace. Brother Rice’s Josh Boulanger looks for an open opponent against St. Laurence on Jan. 31.
Photos by Jeff Vorva
St. Laurence’s Tim Molloy (left) and Brother Rice’s Brendan Coghlan hit the deck after a collision in their game in Chicago.
When the ball got stuck between the rim and backboard during the Queen of Peace/McAuley game, Queen of Peace assistant Mike Landstrom raced out and, on his second attempt, knocked the ball down and received cheers from both McAuley and Peace fans.
St. Laurence’s Isaiah Harvey (right) tries to get around Brother Rice’s Mike Shepski in a rivalry Chicago Catholic Conference South game.
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-11CB MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-11CB; Plaintiff, vs. MATTHEW J. SPECKHART; LISA M. SPECKHART; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MATTHEW J. SPECKHART, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF LISA M. SPECKHART, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 28814 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, March 10, 2017 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. 23-33-204-022-0000. Commonly known as 12857 South Brian Place, Palos Park, IL 60464. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a mixed use property which may be used as commercial and/or residential. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W12-4204. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I713866
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.BRETT C. BENFIELD, EAGLE RIDGE VILLAS III ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 011438 18145 OHIO 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 December 14, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 16, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 18145 OHIO COURT, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-32-400-029-1145. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \�AS IS\� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-1512148. 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. 14-15-12148 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 011438 TJSC#: 36-14633 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. I713628
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.BRIAN JOYCE, BANK OF AMERICA, NA, RIVIERA REGAL II CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, RIVIERA REGAL CONDOMINIUM UMBRELLA ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF GARRY JOYCE, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR GARRY JOYCE (DECEASED) Defendants 16 CH 007310 11120 S. 84TH AVENUE UNIT 3A PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 5, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 7, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11120 S. 84TH AVENUE UNIT 3A, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-23-101-116-1063. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \�AS IS\� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-1606269. 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. 14-16-06269 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 007310 TJSC#: 36-14269 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. I713346
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE NORTHERN TRUST COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.PAMELA CRAWFORD, OXFORD BANK AND TRUST, 10429 SOUTH AUSTIN AVENUE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, CHRISTINE BOYLE, MYRIAM MCREADY, RAYMOND CRAWFORD, MARGARET WALSH, EDWIN M. CRAWFORD IV, CONOR P. CRAWFORD, CATHERINE CRAWFORD, MADELINE PACKER, PATRICK CRAWFORD, WILLIAM CRAWFORD, CAITLIN CRAWFORD, CATHERINE CRAWFORD AS LEGAL GUARDIAN FOR JACK CRAWFORD, A MINOR, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF EDWIN M. CRAWFORD, JR., DECEASED, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 04025 10429 S. AUSTIN, #B 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 December 15, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 16, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10429 S. AUSTIN, #B, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-17-214-023-1002. The real estate is improved with a residential condominium. The judgment amount was $89,901.92. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 29 E. Madison, Ste. 950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020 Please refer to file number 16-5300-406. 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. HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 29 E. Madison, Ste. 950 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 372-2020 E-Mail: smichaels@hrolaw.com Attorney File No. 16-5300-406 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 14 CH 04025 TJSC#: 36-14331 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs. JOHN E. COMPTON; STEPHANIE N. COMPTON; WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. S/B/M TO WORLD SAVINGS BANK FSB; Defendants, 16 CH 12722 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, February 20, 2017 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. 23-14-208-010-0000. Commonly known as 10539 South 81st Avenue, Palos Hills, IL 60465. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-025469 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I712635
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, vs. JOSE LUIS MAGANA, III; PALOS VILLAGE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. Defendants, 15 CH 9411 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 Wednesday, March 1, 2017 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. 23-13-102-041-1018. Commonly known as 10409 Sheffield Drive, Unit 2N, Palos Hills, IL 60465. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g) (1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-007837 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I713070
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.KISHA J. YORK, PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, WESTGATE VALLEY TOWNHOMES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 016492 1403 SPYGLASS CIRCLE 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 December 9, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 13, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1403 SPYGLASS CIRCLE, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-31-404-056-1170. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \�AS IS\� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-17309. 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. 14-15-17309 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 016492 TJSC#: 36-14485 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. I713297
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.ZBIGNIEW KRAWCZYK, STANISLAWA KRAWCZYK Defendants 16 CH 009226 8107 W. 98TH STREET PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 14, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 22, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8107 W. 98TH STREET, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-206-010. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \�AS IS\� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-08335. 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. 14-16-08335 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 009226 TJSC#: 36-13550 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. I712902
For Sale For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MASTR ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2006-NC1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-NC1 Plaintiff, vs. JAMES A. HANSEN, JR.; PATRICIA D. HANSEN; THE STATE OF ILLINOIS; SPRINGLEAF FINANCIAL SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC.; CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CAPITAL ONE BANK; WINDY CITY DIAMONDS, LLC;ORLAND GOLF VIEW CONDOMINIUM OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION; DEERFIELD COURT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants, 16 CH 3733 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, February 20, 2017 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. 27-14-412-014-1062. Commonly known as 15715 Deerfield Court, S 1, Orland Park, IL 60462. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g) (1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-001975 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I712625
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FIRST MIDWEST BANK, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION AS RECEIVER FOR PALOS BANK AND TRUST COMPANY; Plaintiff, vs. THOMAS E. ADAMS; TANYA M. ADAMS AKA TANYA ADAMS; CITIBANK FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK AND UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 14 CH 11336 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 Monday, February 27, 2017, 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. 23-28-404-006-0000. Commonly known as 14 Wild Cherry Lane, Palos Park, IL 60464. The mortgaged real estate is 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: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier’s or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Ms. Erica N. Byrd at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Garfield & Merel, Ltd., 180 North Stetson Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601-6710. (312) 288-0105. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I713051
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF KURT F SCHMID, IF ANY, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., KURT F SCHMID JR, INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF KURT F SCHMID, DECEASED, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 15475 12600 SOUTH 82ND AVENUE PALOS PARK, IL 60464 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 18, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 9, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12600 SOUTH 82ND AVENUE, PALOS PARK, IL 60464 Property Index No. 23-26-414-015. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached 2 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \�AS IS\� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 11688. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. 11688 Attorney Code. 60489 Case Number: 15 CH 15475 TJSC#: 37-804 I714037
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Your Guide to Arts and Events in the Southwest Suburbs and Beyond
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OMARR’S WEEKLY ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST By Jeraldine Saunders ARIES (March 21-April 19): Apply spit and polish to your public image. Your resourcefulness and flair for originality can bring you attention or recognition in the upcoming week. You might find an excellent opportunity to make key changes. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Stake a claim to a square in the quilt of lifelong ambitions. In the week ahead you may have a chance to sew up a deal that furthers your career. You might not see the results until everything is finally pieced together. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Plant seeds of kindness to harvest good will. In the week ahead someone might give you very good advice or guidance. Even Supplied photo if it isn’t a good time to make a Cabaret Night at The Center features a fancy five-course dinner and the song stylings of Claudia Hommel and change it can be a good time to her band. change the way you think. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Feather your nest. Your week ahead can be fruitful especially if you focus on being logical. Avoid upsets with a partner by The Center sets overreacting to demands or re-
BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS event slate
The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, is offering several events in the days ahead. For more information, or to register for a program, call (708) 361-3650. • “A Loving Labyrinth Journey” is set for 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11. February is a month of cold and snow, but it is also the month of Valentine’s Day, a celebration of the warmth of love. All are welcome at The Center’s labyrinth to become aware of the obstacles sometimes placed in the path of receiving Love and to foster the intention that all can offer Love. Registration is necessary, as the event is weather-dependent. • “Family Service Sunday” begins at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 12. Participants will gather indoors inside the Lodge on the west side of Southwest Highway for service. Hospitality will be shared, because Jesus always ate with his friends. • “Emerson Hill Night: Valentine’s Cabaret” begins at 5:30 p.m. Sunday Feb. 12. Cabaret artist Claudia Hommel returns to the Emerson Hill stage with her romantic songs from Paris and her sometimes zany antics and stories of “gay Paree,” to bring an evening of entertainment with pianist/vocalist Bob Moreen, accordionist Pat Spaeth and bassist Jim Cox. Cabaret is the fanciest night of the year at The Center, with linen-clad Cabaret dining tables set up around the stage in the Great Hall of the Lodge, and a five-course gourmet dinner prepared by Chef Michael and served by Don Shannon and his smiling wait staff. Dinner cost is $52 per person. Space is limited, and advance tickets are required. • “Valentine’s Day High Tea Luncheon” is set for noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday Feb. 14. This luncheon will feature some Valentine’s Day fun with a few songs and stories, and everyone will have a chance to make a Valentine card. Attendees are asked to wear red or pink and come prepared for a lovely high-tea style luncheon. The Center invites all to come with a short poem, story, or song about love or friendship to be part of the program. Luncheons cost $22, and reservations must be made in advance.
STARTING THIS WEEK:
“LOVING”: Also the subject of a documentary and a cable movie previously, an interracial marriage that saw the spouses take their civil-rights case to the Supreme Court gets sensitive treatment from writer-director Jeff Nichols and stars Joel Edgerton and Ruth Negga in this fine drama. Virginia courts and law enforcement made life difficult for the couple in that state, ultimately prompting Richard and Mildred Loving to bring the matter to be
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Aspire to be inspired. Someone may challenge you to think things through and develop a plan of action. Answer the call when an opportunity knocks on your door this week rather than hiding behind the peephole. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It pays to remain patient. Don’t let past experiences stop you from doing things you want to do when the time is right. Once you have made up your mind in the week ahead nothing can block your path. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Do your best to be your best. You may receive kudos for your leadership qualities in the week ahead. If you do what makes you happy you will excel. Your financial prospects will take a step in the right direction. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may find joy by joining in. Don’t be shy about accepting invitations in the week to come. Unusual ideas or exotic people can brighten a social event. To enhance your reputation remain true to financial commitments.
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The event Hackney’s is fun with a purpose, Center officials say.
• “Camp Scholarship Benefit: A Night to Linger 8” runs from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 at Hackney’s, 9550 W. 123rd St., Palos Park. The Center invites the community to join in a night honoring Farm and Ranch Camp. The night will be filled with a silent auction, raffles, hors d’ oeuvres, a slideshow and fun. Proceeds benefit the Camp Scholarship Fund, helping send children to camp who otherwise would be financially unable to attend. Last year, more than one-third of 200-plus campers received camp scholarships amounting to more than $60,000 in need-based awards. Tickets, $10 each, must be purchased in advance and are available in The Center office.
Bridge Teen Center provides free events
The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Ct., Orland Park, is offering several free events for teens in seventh through 12th grade in the week ahead. For more information on activities, call (708) 532-0500. • “Chocolate Lover’s Night” is set for 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10. Students are invited to be a part of chocolate night where there will be fun, chocolate related, activities and snacks. There will also be a live performance by singer/songwriter Pelham. Free food provided by Hershey and Lake Shore Beverage. • “Choose Kindness with Mrs. Illinois International” is scheduled for 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14, Students will hear how Mrs. Illinois International drove out bullying in her own life and will inspire students to do the
same in their lives. • “Chocolate & Chit Chat: will run from 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14. Students will come eat chocolate with us and answer random questions from “chit chat” boxes. • “Culinary: Steak Burrito Bowls with Jewel” is set for 4 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15, Students will learn how to make their own burrito bowls at home. • “Behind the Scenes: Marcus Theatres” is scheduled for 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15, Students will get a tour of Marcus Theatres and learn what goes on behind the scenes. For this program students will travel in The Bridge Bus to Marcus Theatres, 16350 S. LaGrange Road. • “Broken Ceramics Art” will run from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 16 and 23. Students will learn the art of repairing broken pottery. • “#SKILLS: Sewing Tricks” is set for 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16. Students will learn simple sewing skills such as sewing on a button or hand-stitching a hem. • “Clean and Safe Water with the American Water Company: is scheduled for 4:30 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, A professional from American Water Company will share the “why and how” of the world-wide water crisis. • “Pool Tournament with DJ Zaitrix” starts at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17. Students are invited to come and play a night of pool and enjoy a live DJ performance by DJ Zaitrix. Free food samples provided by Dunkin’ Donuts. This is a high school after-hours night. High school students are invited to stay for extended hours from 10:30 p.m. to midnight.
VIDEOVIEW BY JAY BOBBIN NOTICE: Ratings for each film begin with a ‘star’ rating — one star meaning ‘poor,’ four meaning ‘excellent’ — followed by the Motion Picture Association of America rating, and then by a family-viewing guide, the key for which appears below.
quests. Embrace an opportunity to make more money. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can do anything. Your determination to succeed with business or career may reach new heights as this week unfolds. Put the finishing touches on major undertakings and follow through on networking strategies. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be part of something bigger than yourself. In the week ahead you could improve the environment. Install water saving devices, recycle newspapers, or just reuse a paper bag. Find ways to make the world a better place. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Stay on an even keel. When things go too fast you might apply the brakes too strenuously and cause even more problems. Avoid drastic reactions. Your judgment will be at its best in the middle of the week. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take a second look. Your partner or loved ones have some very special qualities that you have been ignoring. Passing events in the week to come might remind you of why you hooked up in the first place.
heard on the federal level. Marton Csokas, Nick Kroll and Michael Shannon also appear, and Nancy Buirski — who made the related documentary “The Loving Story” — and Colin Firth are among the producers of the film. *** (PG13: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “TROLLS”: An impressive voice cast fuels this animated comedy-fantasy in which the title creatures try to maintain their existence without becoming meals for the Bergen, who get a new chance to strike when a troll princess (voice of Anna Kendrick) stages a celebration for her peers. Justin Timberlake voices her principal companion in adventure, with Zooey Deschanel, Russell Brand, James Corden, Gwen Stefani, John Cleese, Christine Baranski, Christopher MintzPlasse (“The Great Indoors”) and
Kunal Nayyar (“The Big Bang Theory”) also heard. *** (PG: AS) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “KILLING REAGAN”: Based on the best seller written by Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard, this drama — originally shown on National Geographic — casts Tim Matheson as then-President Ronald Reagan in the immediate aftermath of the chief executive’s shooting by John Hinckley Jr. (Kyle S. More). As doctors worked to save his life, his cabinet member grappled with issues including the responsibility for and execution of power. Directed by Rod Lurie (“The Contender”), the film also stars Cynthia Nixon as Nancy Reagan and includes Ridley Scott among its executive producers. DVD extras: six Continued on page 8
Wolfgang Puck
With a few minor adjustments, you can make a lighter version of one of the most popular Chinese-style dishes at Chinois on Main.
Renew your New Year’s resolution with a healthy chicken salad By Wolfgang Puck Since I first opened my “Asian fusion” restaurant, Chinois on Main, in Santa Monica, Calif., back in 1983, I have celebrated the Chinese New Year — which arrived this year last Saturday, January 28, and is generally observed for seven days. We’ve always held a big feast at Chinois, and this year (designated the Year of the Rooster in the Chinese Zodiac) has been no different. Yet, I sometimes detect a little hesitancy among some of the guests, and it usually centers on the theme of New Year’s resolutions. Their reasoning seems to go something along the lines of: “I’ve been doing so well eating healthy, and I don’t want to lose my momentum so soon by overeating with another big holiday meal.” I understand their reluctance to overdo it when faced with carb-laden noodles and crispy, deep-fried delicacies among the many dishes we serve. And yet, I always like to point out that the menu will probably feature so many lean options like steamed seafood, tender-crispy stir-fried vegetables and grilled poultry or meat. I also inform them that it is easy to adapt even traditionally rich Chinese dishes into more streamlined versions, especially if you pay special attention to include a variety of bright seasonings and contrasting textures to excite the palate. With that in mind, I’d like to mark the Year of the Rooster by sharing my recipe for a light version of one of the all-time most popular modern Chinese-style dishes at the restaurant: Chinois Chicken Salad. The salad becomes a model of healthiness simply by making a few minor adjustments. I cut the usual amount of oil in the dressing, and include both mustard powder and a touch of honey
to give it plenty of creamy body and a satisfyingly lively flavor. I eliminate the high-fat nuts and crispy noodles you might normally expect in such salads. And I add a variety of extra raw vegetables — which not only boost the nutritional value but also slow down the pace at which you eat the salad, enhancing the satisfaction it delivers with every bite. (You could add or substitute other vegetables you like, too, such as matchsticks of jicama or strips of red, orange or yellow bell pepper.) The result is a delightful dish that gets less than a third of its calories from fat. If you want to make it even more fun for your own Chinese New Year’s party, I suggest you look in a restaurant supply store or party store for little cardboard Chinese takeout boxes in which to serve the salad, complete with chopsticks for eating it right from the box. Here’s wishing you a happy, prosperous and healthy Year of the Rooster! LIGHT CHINOIS CHICKEN SALAD WITH CHINESE MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE Serves 4 as a main course, 8 as an appetizer For the Chinese mustard vinaigrette: • 1/4 cup (60 mL) rice vinegar • 2 tablespoons honey • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce • 2 teaspoons toasted Asianstyle sesame oil • 2 teaspoons dry Chinese or English mustard, such as Colman’s • Kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper • 2 tablespoons peanut oil For the chicken salad: • 4 cups (1 L) shredded
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cooked skinless chicken meat (from a leftover or store-bought roast or rotisserie chicken or other recipe) 4 cups (1 L) shredded Napa cabbage 2 cups (500 mL) shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce 1 cup (250 mL) julienned snow peas 1 cup (250 mL) shredded carrot 1/4 cup (60 mL) thinly sliced pickled sushi ginger, drained and cut into thin julienne strips
For the garnish: • 1 tablespoon black or white sesame seeds, or a blend • 1 scallion, trimmed and cut diagonally into thin slices First, prepare the Chinese mustard vinaigrette: In a blender or a food processor fitted with the stainless-steel blade, combine the rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, dry mustard, soy sauce, and a little salt and pepper. Blend or process until smooth. With the machine running, drizzle in the peanut oil to form a thick, smooth dressing. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings, if necessary. Transfer the dressing to a bowl and set aside. For the chicken salad, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, cabbage, lettuce, snow peas, carrot and ginger. Toss with enough of the vinaigrette to coat all the ingredients thoroughly. If using white sesame seeds, toast them in a dry pan over low heat, stirring continuously, until they turn golden, about 1 minute; remove from the pan immediately. (If using black sesame seeds, use them straight from the container.) Mound the salad mixture on chilled serving plates. Scatter the sesame seeds and scallions over each portion and serve immediately.
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How Mary Tyler Moore paved the way for complicated women on TV By Maureen Ryan If the only credit on the resume of Mary Tyler Moore, who died today, had been “The Mary Tyler Moore Show,” that would still be enough to put her in the company of entertainment industry legends. The word “iconic” gets thrown around a lot, but that long-running show truly merited the word. It was a recognizable and reliably pleasurable workplace comedy, but “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” was also a lot of other things. It was a showcase for a cast of character actors who created one of the greatest ensembles in TV history; each character was memorable in his or her own right, and the performers found the complicated human beings underneath the tics, flaws, and insecurities of these messy, amusing people. Of course, “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” was also a referendum of sorts on what a woman could be, on TV and in real life. Mary Richards was a career woman who remained single throughout the run of the show. Sex, death, birth control, adoption, infidelity, divorce — many of the issues that society wrestled with during that tumultuous decade — were all dealt with on the show, which also managed to spin off a trio of other programs (“Lou Grant,” “Phyllis,” and the mega-
hit “Rhoda”). That landmark show wasn’t Moore’s only claim to fame, of course. Her first notable accomplishment was playing the effervescent Laura Petrie on “The Dick Van Dyke Show.” She not only held her own among a coterie of comedy legends, she filled out Laura’s personality with deft wit and intelligence. There were limits on the kind of woman that TV would feature in the early ‘60s: She usually had to be white, at least middle-class, thin, and impeccably dressed, and the odds of her having a job outside the home weren’t high. But thanks to the show’s exceptional writing — often experimental for its time — Laura was the kind of complicated, witty wife who remains a gold standard for TV spouses. The magical combination of Moore’s tremulous, energetic performance and the show’s sharp writing made Laura and her Capri pants unforgettable. But even if those landmark roles hadn’t hit as big as they did, Moore would still be a legend. In 1969, she and her thenhusband, Grant Tinker, founded MTM Enterprises, which went on to produce a roster of shows that helped define the television industry for the next two decades. Though Moore wasn’t a handson manager at the company, it reflected the humane worldview
present in so much of her work. MTM produced the kind of warmhearted, sharp, observant comedy that she excelled at, and TV would be so much poorer without the shows that the company put on the map, among them “The Bob Newhart Show,” “WKRP in Cincinnati,” and “St. Elsewhere.” It’s also worth noting that her performance as a brittle mother in “Ordinary People” allowed her to show a number of colors and modes less available to her in her TV work. But on the small screen, she routinely excelled and told stories that mattered. In 1978, when many people were still unwilling to say the word “cancer” out loud, she starred in “First, You Cry,” a TV movie about breast cancer. For those who care about women’s representation on TV, about publicizing matters that are important to women’s health, and about the importance of women occupying positions of authority behind the scenes in Hollywood, Moore’s loss is felt acutely. She had wealth, fame, and prominence, and she used those assets to create a body of work that she could be proud of. In less than a year, we’ve lost a number of TV legends who told stories on a warm, human scale: Garry Marshall and Grant Tinker predeceased Moore, and the shows these icons made had
a deep understanding of human foibles and a kind attitude toward an individual’s willingness to change and be vulnerable. But Moore’s shows had a special resonance for women. Whether women were navigating workplaces that could be — and still can be — scary and unsympathetic, whether women were dating or in relationships, Moore’s characters signaled that it was OK to be uncertain. Making mistakes wasn’t the end of the world on her shows; that was often the beginning of a good story or joke, and yet all different kinds of women were allowed to be resilient, decisive, idiosyncratic, and unpredictable on “The Mary Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times/TNS Tyler Moore Show.” Mary Tyler Moore accepts her Lifetime Achievement Screen Actors Guild One of my least-favorite phrasaward during the 18th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards show on Jan. es is “strong female character,” 29, 2012 at The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Calif. because it implies that the ideal kind of on-screen woman is some and her friends. She displayed a ing new “One Day at a Time,” kind of monolith, an inhuman be- level of complexity and maturity in Rainbow Johnson of “Blacking who is endlessly resourceful that many TV shows on right now ish,” in Issa Dee of “Insecure,” and impervious to all kinds of struggle to attain for their female and Kimmy Schmidt of “The slings and arrows. characters, and Moore made that Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.” Nobody’s like that, least of all As dark and unsettling as these look effortless. Moore’s women. I’m grateful that days can be, Moore’s legacy — Though she’ll be missed, Mary Richards cried at work on occasion. I don’t know anyone Moore’s legacy lives on, in Jane and her TV progeny — allow me who hasn’t, or hasn’t wanted to Villanueva of “Jane the Virgin,” to hope that, like the song said, at least once or twice. And yet in Penelope Alvarez of the smash- we’re going to make it after all. Mary’s tears were not held up for ridicule. She cried, she comYou’re invited to e 1st plained, she moved on, she got promoted, she got her work done, and she tried to take care of herself
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