Reporter(2 sections) 1 22 15 by Southwest Regional Publishing

Messy-handed masterpiece Performance painter David Garibaldi helps celebrate Martin Luther King Day in Oak Lawn by painting a portrait of the civil rights leader in less than six minutes. Photos on page 7.

Spring Bridal Guide

See Page 12

R E P O R T E R REPORTER

THE THE 2 SECTIONS 22 PAGES

Serving Chicago Ridge, Evergreen Park, Hickory Hills, Oak Lawn, Palos Hills and Worth

Volume LV No. 46

THE 2 SECTIONS 22 PAGES

Jam-packed

Basketball and Volume XLVII wrestling areNo. in 50 the forefront in this week’s jam-packed sports section Vorva writes about voting for the Baseball Hall of Fame and the steroids debate (page 3), Rakow chides those who want to gobble up credit on worthwhile ventures (page 6) and Hanania remembers old-time politics and garbage can lids (page 6).

USPS 118-690

75¢ $1.00

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Rauner’s decision R EPORT E R with a hit Bennett USPS 118-690

75¢

Serving Chicago Ridge, Evergreen Park, Hickory Hills, Oak Lawn, Palos Hills and Worth

Thursday, March 1, 2007

By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

er’s first act after taking office last week. Rauner also named Randy The local face of opposition to Blankenhorn, executive directhe proposed Illiana tollway re- tor of CMAP, to lead the Illinois ceived some vindication last week Department of Transportation. when Gov. Bruce Rauner put the Blankenhorn, like Bennett, has brakes on the project. long been critical of the Illiana Palos Hills Mayor Gerald Ben- project nett, the chairman of the Chicago Bennett stopped short last week Metropolitan Agency for Planning of saying he felt vindicated by (CMAP), has long opposed the Rauner’s decision, but believed tollway and took a fair amount of the new governor made the right grief last year when he described call. it as “a road to nowhere.” “Governor (Quinn) was deThat caused the local mayor to termined to push this through,” take some heat in some circles in Bennett said. “I think this project Will County and Rauner’s decision was pushed through politically.” helped take him off the hook. He A Joliet newspaper editorial last may still be the bad guy to Illiana year chided Bennett for describing supporters, but they can now take Will County as a “wasteland” and File photos by Jeff Vorva their frustrations out on Rauner. opposing the tollway. Suspending the planning and “Palos isn’t so far off from NoNew Gov. Bruce Rauner (inset) suspended the Illiana tollway project and that’s a relief to Palos Hills Mayor Gerald Bennett, shown hitting in a charity softball game, who has taken some hits in development of major interstate construction projects was Ruan(Continued on page 5) some circles for criticizing the project.

Joliet woman accused of bilking Palos Hills senior out of $631K By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

woman’s live in caregiver, reportedly Police expect federal charges to was workbe filed against a Joliet woman ing with two who allegedly bilked an elderly other indiPalos Hills senior out of $631,000. viduals, both The woman, Marion Issert, 65, who police was arrested last Wednesday by believe fled Palos Hills police and charged with to the PhilIssert one count of senior financial exippines. They ploitation, a Class A felony. are being treated as persons of Issert, who served as the elderly interest, Palos Hills Police Chief

Paul Madigan said. “We don’t know the level of involvement they had in this,” he said last Thursday at a press conference. Police believe one of the two individuals introduced Issert to the victim as a caretaker, he said. Police are asking the Cook County State’s Attorney to issue warrants for their arrest before (Continued on page 2) FBI photo

Police are still looking for this man, who tried to rob an Evergreen Park bank last Wednesday. The FBI is looking into 16 robberies orC Hattempted robberies in the first 15 days of 2015. ANGING YOUR MIND ABOUT BUYING CARS SINCE 1956

After it was cancelled for three straight years because of the weather, Palos Hills’ Skate Under the Stars event finally took place. Kelly White reports on page 4.

Not masking cold facts FBI says bank robbery attempts spike in the early part of the year

INDEX Police News........................2 Our Neighborhood.............4 Sudoku.............................4 Commentary.....................6 Crossword.........................7 Death Notices...................7 School............................8&9 Calendar..........................10 Consumer.........................11

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Sacred selfie

Archbishop Blase Cupich, the only male in the photo, poses for a selfie while in the middle of the cheering section during Mother McAuley’s 59-40 home basketball victory over Resurrection on Tuesday night. Cupich, who was installed as Chicago’s ninth Archbishop in November, said he wanted to take in four games involving Catholic school teams and that since he had five sisters who would “be very happy I showed up for a girls game.’’ For more photos and a story about Cupich’s visit, see next week’s Reporter.

I T’ S B E T T E R AT

B E T T E N HAU S EN

the Real Deal.

0 Down Payment $ 0 Security Deposit $ 0 First Months Payment $ 0 Acquisition Fee

BETTENHAUSENAUTO.COM

17514 S. Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park Sales Hours: Mon-Thur 8am-8pm, Fri & Sat 8am-6pm

Automatic

199/month for 39 months

888-744-4697

BETTENHAUSENFIAT.COM

2015 MY 500 Fiat Sport

SINCE 1956

seem out of place, said FBI Special Agent Joan Hyde, the agency’s media coordinator. BETTENHAUSEN The agency is continuing its NEWS V 1.2 investigation into the attempted robbery last Wednesday at U.S. We can’t wait to introduce the new Chrysler 200 that gives an th abundance Bank, 2917 W.you95 St. of innovative features for a surprisingly low price. The attempted robbery took place at 1:07 p.m., according to By Bob Rakow BanditTracker, an FBI-run webStaff Reporter site. The armed offender was deThe attempted bank robbery scribed as a black man in his early last Wednesday in Evergreen Park 20s who wore dark clothing and is the latest in a statistic the FBI a black neoprene mask. hopes to stifle. The offender displayed a handThere have been 16 bank rob- gun but left the bank without beries in the Chicago area in taking any cash, an FBI spokesthe first 15 days of 2015, the man said. FBI reported. There were 192 The incident was described as reported in 2014. The record year a non-takeover attempted bank was 2006 when 284 bank robber- robbery in which no force was ies were reported, the FBI said. used to restrain bank employees A spike in bank robberies dur- or customers, the FBI said. ing the winter months in fairly “We’re very interested in identypical because bank robbers wearing masks and hoods don’t (Continued on page 2)

*FOR 36 MO. FOR A NEW 2015 FIAT 500 SPORT AUTOMATIC. $ 0 DOWN PAYMENT, SECURITY DEPOSIT, FIRST MONTHS PAYMENT, OR ACQUISITION FEE DUE AT LEASE SIGNING. PLUS TAX , TITLE , LICENSE, AND DOC FEE. NOT ALL CONSUMERS WILL QUALIFY AS DETERMINED BY FINANCIAL LENDER. 10,000 MILES MAXIMUM PER YEAR FOR 3 YEARS. .20 CENTS FOR EVERY MILE OVER 10,000 AT END OF LEASE. LESSEE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL MAINTENANCE AND INSURANCE THROUGH DURATION OF THE LEASE. SEE DEALER FOR COMPLETE DETAILS. DEALER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PRINTING TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS, OR OMISSIONS. IMAGES ARE FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY .

The Reporter Thursday, January 22, 2015

POLICE & COMMUNITY NEWS Chicago Ridge

95th St., police said.

to their mother.

Gawain Caldwell, 43, Chicago, was charged with disorderly conduct Jan. 11 following a disturbance at Applebee’s, 2401 W. 95th St., police said. Caldwell, who reportedly was intoxicated, made advances at a female patron and disturbed Juan J. Booker, 32, of Chicago, the restaurant, police said. Brock J. Denker, 59, of St. Charles, was charged with driv- was charged with unlawful deMikyail L. Herring, 18, of Eving on a suspended license and livery of a controlled substance making an improper U-turn Jan. following an alleged drug trans- ergreen Park, was charged with 15 after he was stopped at 101st action Jan. 18 in the 6400 block theft Jan. 12 during a cell phone th sale in the 3400 block of 93rd Street and Ridgeland Avenue, of 107 Street, police said. Street, police said. police said. Lavonda Winston, 28, of ChiHamad Zaid, 48, of Justice, cago, was charged with driving was charged with driving with- on a suspended license, no inout a valid license and headlight surance and failure to wear a Jan. 15 after a stop at Southwest seatbelt Jan. 17 after a stop at rd Highway and Oak Park Avenue, 103 Street and Harlem Avenue, police said. police said.

Evergreen Park

Palos Hills

Worth

stopped at 107th Street and Oak Park Avenue, police said.

Salah Fryhat, 18, of Hickory Hills, was charged with battery Jan. 15 following an altercation at Stagg High School, 8015 W. 111th St., police said.

Steven E. DeLoriea, 58, of Burbank, was charged with drunken driving, improper lane use and failure to use headlights Jan. 10 after a stop at 107th Street and Harlem Avenue, police said.

Mary A. Soraghan, 63, of Chicago Ridge, was charged with drunken driving Jan. 17 after an accident at 107th Street and Ridgeland Avenue, police said.

Redas Vidziunas, 22, of Palos Hills, was charged with fleeing and eluding a police officer, speeding, no insurance and failure to signal Jan. 19 after a stop at near 111th Street and Stony Creek Drive, police said.

Area police departments Chicago Ridge 425-7831 Israel Salazar, 35, of Worth, Evergreen Park 422-2142 was charged with driving on Hickory Hills 598-4900 a suspended license, driving Oak Lawn 499-7722 without a valid license and no Palos Hills 598-2272 insurance Jan. 16 after being Worth 448-3979

Bank robbery

Rodolfo Gonzalez, 26, of Chicago, was charged with possession of marijuana with intent to deliver, (Continued from page 1) driving on an expired license and Thursday, January 15, 2015 The Reporter no insurance Jan. 13 after a stop tifying that person,” Hyde said. The attempted robbery is in the 3900 block of 91st Street, one of several throughout the police said. Chicago area that the FBI is Charles Y. Williams, 32, of Chi- investigating. Others include: Jan. 14, Oak Bank in Chicago; cago, was charged with retail theft Mr. Riley was born in Chicago was private. C. the Bonham money this year’s Walter Jan. 12, First Merit Bank Jan. 15raised afterthrough allegedly stealing A pilot in World War II, Mr. and worked in the security inWalter C. Bonham of Oak Lawn Fund-A-Need will support dental goods from Wal-Mart, 2500 W. in Bolingbrook; Zellmann was born and raised in dustry. died Jan. 6 at Park Villa Nursing th needs and medical Jan. 10, U.S. Bank in Chicago; 95 St., police said.equipment for Hillsboro. He was 91. medically fragile program par- Home. Jan.9, Belmont Bank and He is survived by his wife, Visitation and funeral services Fred Zellmann ticipants. Trust, in downtown Chicago; Helen; daughter Mary Ann Fred Zellmann, 91, of held at Schmaedeke Funeral Proceeds from the event will were Jan. 9, North Community (John); siblings Kay (the late MerEvergreen Park died recently. Home in Worth. Burial was Chapel benefit Park Lawn’s mission to Bank in Chicago; rill), Seymour and Helen (Bill) Visitation and funeral servicGardens South. provide services that promote in- Hill Jan. 6, Chase Bank, North A stove and a refrigerator were Smith as well as many nieces es were at Beverly Ridge FuMr. Bonham is survived by sibdependence, choice, and access Riverside reported stolen living between Jan. 2-9 lings Robert, Frank and Ruth; neral Home in Chicago. Burial and nephews. to community individuals Jan. 5, the First Saving Bank, from vacant houseand in the 10100 15 great nephews and nieces and with aintellectual developCalumet City block of Kolin Avenue. and mental disabilities. Tickets are other Jan.friends 2, Bank of family. America, AdBorn in Bridgeton, N.J., Mr. $125 per person, $225 per cou- dison Hand tools valued at approxiwas arecently 60-year member of ple, and $1,000 for a table of 10. Bonham The FBI arrested mately reported Worth United Methodist Church. Cocktail $1,900 attire iswere required. To suspects in the Belmont Bank Walter A. Kerkstra, stolen Jan.tickets 8-10 from a shed in purchase for the event and Trust and Chase Bank, FBI photo 86, of Coldwater, passed the 9200 block of Major Avenue, Thomas P . Gavin Jr. or raffle please contact Laurie Riverside branch, robberies, A away photo of the man suspected of trying to rob an Evergreen on Sunday, Janupolice said. Thomas Leiser, 708-425-6867, lleiser@ Hyde said.P. Gavin Jr., 78, died Park last week. ary bank 11, 2015 at the 30American at Palos Bank Community parklawn.com, or visit www. Dec. First in EvCommunity Health Center of Marcelo F. Zaine, 39, of Sau Hospital. Park Visitation funeral parklawn.com. ergreen was and robbed in revolver Anyone with information Branch and Co. demanded money, Paolo, was charged—Park with disorservices were held at Schmaedeke Lawn September 2012 when a man FBI funeral said. service will be about the any of the robberderly conduct Jan. 10 following a Funeral Home in Worth. Burial the The walked into the branch, 3221 He made January off with17, an2015 undisSaturday, at ies is asked to call the FBI’s disturbance in the 11000 block of was private. Chicago Ridge / Evergreen Park / Hickory Hills W. 87th St., pulled out a steel closed amount of cash.Funeral Chicago office at 312-421-6700. 12 Noon at Dutcher Keeler Avenue, police said. Mr. Gavin is survived by his Home in Coldwater with Pastor Oak Lawn / Palos Hills / Worth wife, Darlene Cornelius; children Steve Young from the United Judit E. Estrada, 23, of Bur- Tommie, Kenny and Donna; sib- Aging about a possible finanMethodist Church officiating. PublisherT.Amy Richards bank, was charged with drunken lings Noreen Colgan and Patsy cial Commissioner Mariyana scam involving an elderly Military Honors will be prodriving, speeding and improper Daubert. Spyropoulos has beenEditor electedJeff Vorva woman from Palos Hills. Plows vided by the American Legion (Continued from page 1) lane use Jan. 11 after a stop at the new board president of the Mr. Gavin was born in Chicago was notified of the activity of of the American Legion Post Sports Editor Ken Karrson th Post #52. Interment will fol89 Street and Central Avenue, Metropolitan Water Reclamaand worked as contacting thea claims State adjustor. Depart- suspicious activity by Bank of Graphic Design/Layout Kari& Nelson Graphic Design/Layout Kari Nelson Jackie Santora low at Oak Grove Cemetery. #52 and had served on the police said. tion District of Greater Chicago. He was a member of the Worth ment and Interpol in an effort America, Madigan said. The family will receive friends, Branch Co. Veterans Affairs Commissioner Barbara McGowan Lions. to locate them, Madigan said. Police subsequently worked Advertising Sales Val Draus prior to the service, beginning board. Walter enjoyed dancing Matthew A. Paulis, 32, of Oak was re-elected vice president Bond for Issert was set at with Plows and Cook County at 10:00 AM on Saturday, at with the Merry Mixers Square To advertise call (708) 448-6161 Lawn, was charged with retail Matthew and Commissioner Frank Avila $500,000. Kozubowski She is being held at Public Guardian and put a lock Dance Club and bowling on a the funeral home. theft Jan. 12 after allegedly steal- Cook is the new chairman of finance. Matthew Kozubowski, 93, of County Jail and is sched- on the victim’s accounts, MaTo subscribe call (708) 448-6161 / Fax (708) 448-4012 league for many years. He enWalter was born November ing alcohol from Mariano’s, 11000 Spyropoulos received her law dePalos died Dec. at Christ digan said. uled Hills to appear in 24 Bridgeview 13, 1928 in Evergreen Park, joyed bird watching and most Website: TheReporterOnline.net S. Cicero Ave., police said. gree from The John Marshall Law Medical Center in Oak Lawn. Visicourt on Feb. 5. Working with Plows and the IL to Harry & Nellie (Osinga) of all, spending time with his e-Mail: thereporter@comcast.net School and her MBA from Loyola tation was Dec. 28 at Schmaedeke Meanwhile, police continue Cook County Financial Crimes Kerkstra. served in the US family. A purse was reported stolen Funeral University Chicago. She also comHome in Worth. A funeral Unit, policeHe their investigation. identified the two The Reporter published weekly by Southwest Regional Publishing The Reporter is published weekly by the Regional Publishing Corp. Walter is survived by his Army and was a veteran of the Jan. 13 from a customer’s cart Submitted photo pleted graduate work in AmeriMass wasare heldresearching Dec. 29 at Ourother Lady banks where the “We offenders de12247 S. Harlem Ave. Korean War. Walter married wife Henrietta, his daughter at the Salvation 8732 of can government at Georgetown the Ridge Church in Chicago Pictured, left to right, are Commissioner Frank Army Avila, store, President things that they may have done posited the money. The accounts Heights, IL 60463 Henrietta (Zuidema) on July Karen Eyster of Angola, his Cicero Ave. University, Washington, Palos D.C. With Burial was at they Abraham Mariyana Spyropoulos and Vice S.President Barbara McGowan. Ridge. and others acts that may were frozen, Madigan said. Office Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Sat. 9 a.m. to Noon foster daughter Virginia (Er1, 1950 in Worth, IL. her experience as an attorney, she Lincoln National Cemetery. have committed, and we antici“What we found was in that in nest) Perez of Carpentersville, Mr. Kerkstra worked sales A spare tire was reported stolen provides uniquemail legal busiMr. more Kozubowski Entered asa periodical at theand Post Offi ce at Worth, under she the Act March 3, 1879. viceIllinois, president, is of chairman of the commissioners in 2002 and was pate charges isatsurvived a later the course of about two months for Standard Oil for 15 years IL, his sister Arlene McWilliams Jan. 13-14infrom parked rates: $38.00 per year bywith mail in Cook County. $48 per year bycommittee mail elsewhere.and nessSubscription perspective combined his wife, Clarasaid. Dryjanski and the re-elected 2008an andSUV 2014. He is by Affirmative Action date,” Madigan with two of Tucson, AZ, his grandchil$1.00 per copy on newsstands and vending machines. andcaregiver had also along sold real estate in the lot of the Hilton, 9333 S. environmental activism. She has the procurement committee. She chairman of the Engineering com- children Audino, Mark “ThereCynthia were some Social Se- other people had taken this elPostmaster: Send address changes to The Reporter, 12247 S. Harlem Ave., Palos Heights, IL 60463. dren Michael Shiery, Bradley in Illinois. He served as mayor spoken to many community groups is also vice chairman of the Pen- Cicero and Laurie mittee, Ave. the Maintenance and Op- Kozubowski Photo by Bob Rakow curity checks that wereDolan. signed derly woman to a few different Mindy Jo (Jacob) Smith, of Worth, IL, before coming to — Founded in 1960 and Locally Owned — on the issues of the environment sion, Human Resources and Civil erations committee and the Public byBorn Chicago, Ko- banks where she had accounts Shiery, Palos Hills Police Chief Paul this in woman and Mr. cashed, Eyster, his great grandthe Coldwater area in 1978. Jason (©(© Entire contents copyright 2014 Southwest Regional Publishing) Entire contents copyright 2014 Regional Publishing Corp.) and specifically water issues. Pretavern and and Service committee and the Public Health and Welfare committee. He zubowski Madigan said that he had and that was money wasowner diverted they transferred $630,000 LEGAL NOTICE son Tristan Smith and many He and his wife owned the viously, she is a former assistant Information and Education com- is Vice Chairman of the Affirmative atodockworker. these other people as well. I out of this woman’s accounts,” never seen anything like last and nephews. He was Somerset Mobile Home Park nieces state’s attorney of Cook County. mittee. She served as Acting Presi- Notice Action committee and the Industrial week’s case of a caregiver is Hereby Given that would think there are going to Madigan said. “It’s kind of in Coldwater until his retire- preceded in death by his son McGowan has served on the MWRD dent in 2012-2013 and 2014-2015. on T Riley Waste/Water be some federal charges as well amazing that this amount of bilking a woman for more than 3-5-15, a Pollution sale will Committee. be held at Raymond Paul in 1988, 6 brothers and ment in 1985. Board since 1998. Besides serving as Avila was elected to the board of J.W. T. Riley of Palos died money —Ed McElroy Public $600,000. we develop this,” he said. waswas allowed to be transAuto Service, Inc.,Relations 6110 N. asRaymond Walter a member of the 26 at Palos Community Hos- ferred out of this woman’s ac- 3 sisters. Issert’s arrest came about Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL Dec. Memorials may be directed to Coldwater United Methodist was 75. three He months after Palos Hills counts. I’ve never seen anything covered all but $88,000 of the 60646, to sell the following ar- pital. the United Methodist Church. Church where he had served on Mr. Riley is survived by his wife like this.” received information victim’s money, he said. ticles to enforce a lien existing police their board. He was a member www.dutcherfh.com. Joan; children Shannon, Kelly, NiAttorney at Law “There was some information On one occasion, $317,000 under the laws of the State of from the Plows Council on cole and Ray; eight grandfather was transferred out of the wom- that they were trying to get the ... Illinois unless such articles are A critically acclaimed perfor- can watch as Garibaldi combines program. “This event will help and three of great grandfather an’s account. Other transferred woman to donate all this money redeemed thirtythose days in of andwithin challenge mance painter will use music music and rhythmic movement inspire children.LEGAL NOTICE amounts included: $39,000, to a Filipino church group. The Consumer Fraud, Small Business Matters, Small Claims the publication of this notice. attendance to contribute to the andConsumer color to portray Dr. Martin in creating 6-foot-by-4-foot porA memorial visitation and $35,000, $15,000 and $202,000, woman did not want to do that Fraud, Small Business Matters, Small Claims Notice is Hereby Given that Vaul Trust, Heather & service was held Sunday at the Employment Contract Negotiation, DUI,such Traffic & more of Dr. King’sMadden vision of Luther King, Jr. and other civil traits of King and rights building on 3-1-15, a sale will be held at Madigan said. Police have re- and told them so.” Consultation by appointment 9am-5pm M-F (708) 476-3208 Negotiation, DUI, Traffic &civil more Madden belovedX.community.” rightsEmployment icons in their Contract quest for true leaders as Mahatma Gandhi and aWilliam Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home in Auto Repair, 3274 S. Archer Consultation appointment 9am-5pm M-F (708) 476-3208 Saab was a contestant in M.J. Affordable Direct Garibaldi freedom during a live by performance Rosa Parks, who were influential 2006 Palos Hills. Ave., Chicago, IL 60608, to sell LEGAL NOTICE VIN# 5S3ET13M862804085 at Advocate Christ Medical Center in King’s search for a more just the seventh season of America’s the following articles to enforce LienTalent Amount: $7,625.43 and has appeared in Oak Lawn. and tolerant society. During the Got a lien existing under the laws of SBA 2012 TC Assets, LLC proposes a compound expansion at an David Garibaldi, whose works performance, the audience also on various television networks, facility, which includes an existing 100the State of Illinois unless such existing communications he reen enTle hoiCe ofRun art 10-16-14 can usually be completed will learn how Garibaldi was in- such as MTV, NBC and PBS. articles are redeemed within foot monopole tower. The existing tower is located at 9615 S. 76th in less than six minutes, will be fluenced at an early age by the His work also has been fea(Continued from page 5) Uses WATER instead of invites fire • Ashes returnedon to family IL. SBA comments the impact the Both Papers thirty days of the publication of Avenue, Bridgeview, the featured guest for this year’s character, leadership and perse- tured in international publicaThe First Flameless Cremation Facility in Illinois • Ryan Cattoni, Owner / Licensed Funeral Director proposed undertaking may have on Historic Properties. Comments this notice. clarify the situation.” tions, including Art World News, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day cel- verance of King. may be sent to Sims & Associates, ATTN: Ms. Seagrave, 350 Edward Wai Pasek said the overnight parking 708-606-0211 • aquagreendispositions.comSoebration at Christ Medical Center. “The artistic talents and life Art Business News and Yahoo! ciety St., Alpharetta, GA 30022. Ms. Seagrave can be reached at 2005 Subaru ban in Palos Hills dates back to at Fashioned ShopGaribaldi will News. The public isOld invited to attend Butcher story of David available with traditional wake and service through your local funeral home (512)Also 996-9299. [18378] VIN# JF1GD70635L506353 Following the formal portion least the 1970s. this free, annual event, which will greatly enhance our celebra10717 South Ridgeland Avenue Lien Amount: $8,395.00 “The main reason for the ban is be held on Monday, 11:30 a.m. to tion of the life and work of of the Dr. Martin Luther King safety for emergency vehicles getMeat: 636-3437 Deli: 636-6203 LEGAL NOTICE 12:30 p.m., in the medical center’s Dr. King in a manner that is Jr. celebration, the medical center ting down the street,” Pasek said. LEGAL NOTICE a multicultural lunch Robert N. Stein, M.D. Auditorium. consistent with his dream,” said will host Jack & Pat’s The auditorium is located on Kil- Rev. Richard E. James, Christ and buffet in the dining area just “If there was a fire and a lot of fire SALE DATES: January 22nd 28th Noticehad is Hereby Given trucks to get into an that areaon it rd the auditorium. bourn Avenue, just south of 93 Medical Center chaplain and outsideHomemade 2-15-15, a sale will be held at Value could be tough. This way we know —Advocate Christ a coordinator of the campus’ Street, in Oak Lawn. Transmission, 8241 Skokie is parking Inc., on the street and Pat’sJr. Day Medical Center who Luther&King, Members of the community MartinJack Blvd., IL 60077, to call sell if thereSkokie, is a problem we can and say ‘you’re goingtotoenforce have toa the following articles move your car because have an lien existing under the we laws of the Lb. emergency situation.’” State of Illinois unless such articles Pasek within and Alderman Joan areBoth redeemed thirty days of Knox (1st Ward) up the the publication of brought this notice. idea of allowing people&toWilliam leave a Marian M. Vasilas message Taylor of an answering machine Lb. if theyToyota intend to park a vehicle on 1988 Lb. the street overnight. VIN# JT2MA71J3J0084677 “If there name is on the answerJack & Pat’s Lien Amount: $5715.60 ing machine and a ticket is issued Lb. Jack & Pat’s Mild, Hot or then the police department just sends them a letter saying to disXXX Hot Jack & Pat’s regard the ticket that was issued,” Pasek said. The council did not make an official decision on whether or not to utilize an answering machine in the future. Madigan said now that calling the Lb. Lb. Lb. • Typesetting & layout • 67 years of experience police department is the only way to • report overnight parking, officers • 500 to 250,000 copies 149 satisfied publishers will be keeping a closer watch on • We have newsprint & One-day service the• three times a year limit. He Butterball (Oven Roasted) Jack & Pat’s (Homemade) said that while Southwest Central 50 lb. white paper • Quality Goss presswork was taking calls they did Turkey Breast.............$6.09 lb. Meat Loaf.....................$5.89 lb. Dispatch • Pickup & delivery •keep Weacan print from not running total as to your how many times a resident had phoned. Sara Lee Busch service available Mac or other disks “What we have found out is Honey Ham.................$6.09 lb. Summer Sausage........$6.98 lb. that people were calling Southwest Central repeatedly and they didn’t Vienna Daisy Brand - Minced Ham or have any way to track whether they abusing it or not,” Madigan Corned Beef................$8.98 lb. Old Fashioned Loaf......$5.79 lb. were12243 Harlem said. “There wereS. certain people in Ave. • Palos Heights, IL 60463-0932 “THE NEXT GENERATION TO CARE FOR YOU” town that were calling just about Mountain Swiss or Kidney Bean or Hours: Monday thru Friday 9 am - 5 pm • Sat. 9 am - Noon week.” Baby Swiss..................$5.98 lb. Italian Pasta Salad......$2.59 lb. every Overnight parking rules and regulations will soon be posted on Palos Hills’ official website, Mayor Gerald Visit us online: www.regionalprinting.com Across 43 List of behavioral 11 36-Across’ second son Bennett said. Information may also FUNERAL HOME 1 Michael who plays Alfred in recommendations 12 Steak request be included in an upcoming water 10701 S. Harlem Ave. Worth, IL many Batman movies 45 Cry of dismay 15 Diarist Frank bill, city officials said. 708.448.6000 Tania Matias, 28, of Chicago, was charged with driving withDakira S. Ellis, 21, Chicago, out a valid license Jan. 16 after being stopped at 105th Street was charge with retail theft Jan. and Harlem Avenue, police said. 3 after allegedly stealing goods from Wal-Mart, 2500 W. 95th St., Moses Villasenor, 63, of police said. Palos Hills, was charged with Mareese P.F. Jones, 27, Chicaretail theft Jan.16 after allegedly stealing merchandise from go, was charge with retail theft, unique including: Park Lawn will hostRidge a fiestaMall, ‘ole’ Jan. 3 packages after allegedly stealing Carson’s at Chicago • A wine country for for its Rhapsody in Blue Auction merchandise from experience Sam’s Club, police said. two inS.Sonoma, California on from 5:30 to 11 p.m. Feb. 21 9400 Western Ave., police said. • A spacious luxury villa for eight atManuel the Double Tree 5000 Puma, 46, Hotel, of Chicago, th La Costa Resort Spa in Carlsbad, W. 127 St. inwith Alsip. A. Robinson, 22, was charged endangering at Anthony California and 17 Channel Maurice Smith, 20, both theSports life ofannouncer a child Jan. after and Customized dinner for eight 11 host Gene Honda, andchildren, U.S. 99.5 of •Chicago, were charged with allegedly leaving two • Sunset Lakeallegedly Michigan traffic2and reporter theftcruise Jan. on 8 after ages andnews 8, alone in Bonnie a car retail for six goods from Wal-Mart, Greene will be masters of cer- stealing in the parking lot of Chicago • AnW. all–inclusive five night Hyatt emonies. Thepolice Ensemble 95th St., police said. Ridge Mall, said.Español Puma 2500 resort stay in Montego Bay, Jamaica Spanish Dance Theatre and the returned to his car about 30 The live willChicago, include SUNDANCE perform. Cecelia S. auction Felder, 24, minutes afterband policewill arrived. He sports items and tickets, Each year at the event Park theft said he lost track of time after was charged with retail trips, and unique Auction Lawn into honors supporters 9 afterexperiences. allegedly stealing going thelongtime mall, reports said. Jan. services will be provided 2500 by Sayre with children the Bluewere Sapphire Award. from Wal-Mart, W. The turned over items This year’s award will be given and Jones Auctioneers. The event features a trip raffle to Robert Barnes for his commitment to individuals with for two of a trip to the winner’s intellectual and developmental choice of destination. A feature of the live auction disabilities. This year’s auction features will be the Fund-A-Need. The

Park Lawn hosts ‘Ole’ fiesta

THE

Death Notices

Oak Lawn

Walter A. Kerkstra

REPORTER

Three claim water reclamation seats

Scammed

Richard J. Baranowski Richard J. Baranowski

King honored Attorney atby Lawspeed-painting event www.baranowskilegal.com www.baranowskilegal.com

Parking

Jack & Pat’s Boneless

Rolled Pork Roast

Flameless Cremation T

Meat Loaves

Homemade Stuffed

49 4 PUZZLE $

CROSSWORD Chicken Breast Fully Cooked $ 69

Italian Sausage

329

Homemade Italian Meat Balls

BQ Ribs

629

Mock City Chicken Legs

We Print Newspapers

— 15% Discount to New Customers —

Funeral Directory REGIONAL REGIONAL PUBLISHING CORP. SOUTHWEST PUBLISHING Call (708) 448-4000

Thursday, January 22, 2015 The Reporter

When it comes to the steroid suspects, I have to go with the gut A guy by the name of John Bosley Ziegler died of heart failure in 1983. He suffered from a heart disease and reportedly said it was caused by experimenting with steroids. How fitting. This is the same guy who was a doctor in Maryland and was known as “the Godfather of Steroids” whom, legend has it, brought steroids into the American sports culture in the 1950s. Thanks a lot, Dr. Ziegler. Not only have you helped ruin a lot of lives, you have made my Decembers a lot tougher. After covering the Cubs for 10 straight years from 1998-2007, I was given the honor of having a Major League Baseball Hall of Fame vote. Every December I get a ballot and have to turn it in with a checkmark next to anywhere from zero to 10 names. For the second year in a row, I used up all 10. I voted for the four guys who made it – Craig Biggio, Randy Johnson, Pedro Martinez and John Smoltz. I also voted for Jeff Bagwell, Edgar Martinez, Mike Piazza, Curt Schilling, Lee Smith and Larry Walker.

IMPRESSIONS

Tom “Flash” Gordon for God’s sake. Do I think that’s a bad choice? Yes. But the voters had their reasons. By By the way, if there was a Hall Jeff Vorva of Fame for comedic stories that couldn’t be published in the paper regarding “Flash” and cell phones, he would be a first-ballot Hall of Famer. But on to more serious matters, thanks to Dr. Ziegler. A candidate needs to be on 75 But I did not vote for numbersworthy candidates Barry Bonds, percent of the ballots to get in Roger Clemens, Mark McGwire and I’m not alone in not voting for Sosa (who picked up just 6.6 and Sammy Sosa. I’ve said this before, but it’s percent of the vote), McGwire (10 worth repeating – this is a vote percent), Bonds (36.8 percent) and and it’s up to each voter to select Clemens (37.5 percent). These guys are heavily linked his or her Hall of Famers based on their own conscience and feel- to steroids even though the eviings. There is no right or wrong dence is more circumstantial than answer. Another one of the 548 substantial. Piazza (69.9 percent) and voters of 2015 may think 10 other guys should make it instead of Bagwell (55.7 percent) have had my 10 and there isn’t a thing I whispers of possible steroid use during their careers and perhaps can say about it. Those hardliners who never that’s why they are not in yet. I don’t know who did what vote for any first-time player on the ballot? I think that’s flawed for sure. I was once told in the reasoning but it’s their vote and early 2000s by a player that 80 percent of his peers were juicing their right and I respect that. Two people this year even voted at one point. So are 80 percent for former Cubs and Sox pitcher of the guys on the ballot sus-

Sports and dying The Will County Old Timers Baseball group has a big banquet in Joliet every year and I used to go to it once in a while. There is a tradition in which they recognize those members who died the previous year, calling it their “last turn at bat.” To insiders, they are sincere about this tradition and these folks bow there head and then listen to someone somberly sing “My Buddy.’’ But to outsiders, calling the “last turn at bat” for a dead guy is kind of funny, corny and Photo courtesy of Sportsnhealth.net perhaps a little tasteless. I see it both ways, but I’ll give pects? You bet. The answer lies in the gut. the Old Timers the benefit of the doubt on this one. Are the four guys who will be And I have a pretty big gut. That brings me to last week, inducted clean? Probably. But you I have a gut feeling that Sosa never know. and the boys cheated and used when I saw a copy of the Windy I may suspect that Sosa, whom illegal steroids and a gut feeling City Bowling News. This fine paper covers the I had a great relationship with that Piazza and Bagwell didn’t. when he was with the North SidThese are tough choices and Chicago bowling scene like a ers, may have taken more than tough decisions and even after I blanket. But when I saw their obituary just the Flintstone Vitamins that make them, I’m not 100 percent section was labelled the “Windy he joked that he took but I don’t sure I did the right thing. know for sure. Same with the But that’s how it is and how City Final Frame” I have to adother guys I didn’t vote for. it will be for several years down mit I laughed out loud. Using sports metaphors and Meanwhile, I can’t prove Pi- the line. death is a delicate balance. azza or Bagwell didn’t juice up. Thanks Dr. Ziegler.

Chicago Ridge

Part-time harmony between village and FD is ‘a long time coming’ By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

“Over the course of the past few months, we’ve come a long way.” The mayor credited union officials for approaching him for a conservation that ultimately led to the agreement. Previous talks between the village and the union were, at times, contentious. The 13-member union in November agreed to four-year contract with the village following 11 months of negotiations. At that time, the union successfully fought a plan to add parttimers, a proposal it would have favored if the village had agreed to 15 full-time firefighters. But the village held its ground and got the union to agree to five firefighters on one shift and four on the other two shifts. In a Jan. 5 letter to Tokar, union president Chris Schmelzer expressed serious concerns about a plan to staff the Lombard Station by splitting the four-member shifts across the village’s two stations.

“To get where we’re at now was no easy task,” Schmelzer said Tuesday. “We finally sat down and Tensions between the Chicago talked about it as men. It wasn’t Ridge Fire Department and the easy. There was a lot of comprovillage eased Tuesday night when mise involved.” the two sides signed an agreement The agreement to add partto add part-time firefighters to timers eases staffing concerns. the department. It provides other benefits as The move is a critical step in well, including improving fire the village’s plan to reopen the and ambulance response times, Lombard Avenue fire station, a especially for residents who live goal of Mayor Chuck Tokar. east of Ridgeland Avenue, Tokar File photos The station is expected to open said. Her husband’s arm around her for support, Christine Cunningham, thanks the faithful at a November within 30 days, Fire Chief George It’s also offers cost-efficiencies candlelight vigil for her son, John Cunningham Jr. Sheets said. because it obviates the need to “This is huge,” Sheets said at hire additional full-time firefightTuesday’s village board meeting. ers, Sheet said. “It’s a change of what we’ve done Trustee Bruce Quintos, a frein the past. This has been a long quent critic of Sheets, called the By Tim Hadac nine units and helicopters outfittime coming.” plan a start, but said he’ll continue Staff Reporter ted with thermal imaging tools. Tokar and union officials agreed to push for the hiring of two more The missing man’s family and that the part-time program was full-time firefighters. Hundreds of people expressed friends added their muscle to the the result of effective negotiations Sheets said the department their support this week for Palos search, offering a $10,000 reward, between the two sides. would hire properly trained, ex- Park residents John and Christine hiring a private investigator, and “Sometimes things get lost in perienced firefighter/paramedics Cunningham, in the wake of the papering the Palos/Orland area with translation,” Tokar said, referring to staff the Lombard station and discovery Sunday of a body that law flyers appealing for information. to previous stalemates between supplement full-time personnel as enforcement authorities believe is “This is our worst nightmare,” the village and the fire union. needed. that of their 27-year-old son, John Jr. Christine Cunningham said to According to a post on the several dozen men, women and Sex toy placement “Find John Cunningham” Facechildren at a Nov. 8 prayer vigil still under review book page, police “have recovered outside Our Lady of the Woods In other business Tuesday, a body in a retention pond near Church, 10731 W. 131st St., Palos Tokar asked trustees Sally Dur- the Cunningham home. They bePark. “I want to thank all of you. kin and John Lind to meet with lieve that it is John. On behalf of Without the support of our family representatives for Spencer’s to John’s parents, John and Chris and friends, I don’t know how we determine if the store has adhered Cunningham, I would like to would have made it to this point.” to the village’s request to remove thank all of you for your efforts “We love all of you,” John Cunfrom its shelves all adult sex toys in assisting the family during this ningham Sr. said to the faithful, John Cunningham Jr.. and videos. tragic time. as candles flickered in the wind, Spencer’s attorney Kevin Ma“Your steadfast loyalty, prayers, his job as an account manager for moments after the group prayed honey on Jan. 6 said the store, and all forms of help you provided a financial services firm. the Our Father, Hail Mary and a located at Chicago Ridge mall, were not unnoticed,” the post conThe search for Cunningham few other requests for divine inwould abide by the board’s request. tinued. “As soon as a positive ID is has involved at least 200 police tervention. “Please keep Johnny Trustees in November unani- made, funeral arrangements will be officers and others, including ca- in your prayers.” mously approved an amendment posted. Please allow Mr. and Mrs. to the village’s ordinance regard- Cunningham some time alone or ing adult book and video stores until a positive ID is accomplished. that required stores such as Spen- As you can imagine, this is a most cer’s to place adult toys and videos difficult period.” in a section of the store restricted The post triggered more than by doors or walls. 200 brief expressions of support as But village officials recently dis- of Tuesday afternoon from family covered that Spencer’s had not members, friends and even strangmade the appropriate changes, ers. continuing instead to display sex File photo by Jeff Vorva Forensic tests on the remains Chicago Ridge village officials and fire department officials were toys and other adult merchandise have not yet been completed, acable to work in harmony on a plan to hire part-time firemen and in the rear of the store in plain cording to Palos Park Police Chief view of all customers. paramedics. Joe Miller, who added that “the results of some tests could take several weeks.” The body was discovered in a frozen detention pond by a group of youths playing hockey in the 12700 “A Quality Catholic Faith-Based block of Misty Harbour Lane shortly • Full Day Kindergarten & Grades 1-8 before 4:30 p.m. Sunday —about “A Quality Catholic Education SinceFaith-Based 1954” a mile southwest of the Cunning• 4 Year Old Pre-School Education Since 1954” hams’ home, according to published • After School Care By Kelly White tain half-days and days off use only in case of extreme reports. Correspondent throughout the next school year, situations and school closings. John Cunningham Jr. walked “A Quality Catholic Faith-Based where possible, permitting for The district used two of the away from his parents’ home— Education Since 1954” District 218 officials are en- more consistent five-day weeks. five emergency snow days this near 104th Avenue and McCarthy couraging more time spent in Holidays will be the exception school year during the two days Road—on Oct. 30, barefoot and the classroom. to the new schedule where they of extreme cold in early January wearing only a gray T-shirt and black School Board President Marco allow for a required amount of and four of the five during the sweatpants, and without his wallet Saturday, January 2 Corsi said Tuesaday night he time off for both the students 2013-2014 school year with the or cell phone, according to police. 3:00 - 4:30 PM _ 30 0DVV would like to see more full weeks and faculty. drastic cold and snow brought A resident of the Lakeview of school during the next year The district is also allotted on by last year’s harsh winter. neighborhood on Chicago’s North Tuesday, January 2 at Shepard, Richards and Eisen- for five emergency snow days “We will hopefully not have Side, Cunningham had been visit9:30 - 11:00 AM hower High Schools. built into the yearly schedule. a repeat of last year’s winter,” ing his parents and may have been 1 Child - $2,150 3 Children - $3,750 “I would like to review the The snow days are there for Corsi joked. upset about something relating to 2014 - 2015** TUITION RATES 2015-2016 school year calendar or more - - $4,150 2 3 Children $3,750 1 Children Child - - $3,150 $2,150 4 and evaluate early dismissals 1 Child - $2,150 3 Children - $3,750 Plus Available * and days off,” he said at Dis4Full or 4more - - $4,150 2 Children - $3,150 Pre-School - $3,500 Day/Five Day or more $4,150 2 Children - $3,150 trict 218’s board meeting. “The Cash Rebates Pre-School $2,800 Full Day/Three Day calendar is a little historic and Pre-School - $3,500 Full Full Day/Five Day Pre-School - $3,500 Day/Five Day it needs to be updated.” Pre-School $2,800 Full Day/Three Day Feeder districts look at the REPAIR district’s schedule and create SERVICE Apples to Apples similar school year formats, havEstablished 1927 Contact Apples CALLto Apples ing the same days off during Contact Satisfaction Guaranteed Low Cost Guarantee 95 Contact Low the year, according to Corsi. If OnlyCost Guarantee Sr. Stephanie Sr. Stephanie the district changes its yearly 8am - 8pm M-F schedule, he said feeder districts 8am - 2pm Sat. at 708.424.4409 at 708.424.4409 will follow suit. at 708.424.4409

Search for man appears at tragic end

OUR LADY OF THE RIDGE 10859 S. Ridgeland Ave., Chicago Ridge

201 - 201 Registration O LLADY OF THE RIDGE Now Being Accepted OUR UR ADY OF THE RIDGE 10859 S. Ridgeland Ave.,

10859 S. Ridgeland • Full Day Kindergarten & Grades 1-8 Chicago Ridge Ave., Chicago Ridge Year Old Pre-School 201 • -4 201 Registration 201 -•201 Registration After OUR LADYSchool OF THECare RIDGE Now Being Accepted

10859 S. Ridgeland Ave., Now Being Accepted Quality Catholic Faith-Based • Full“ADay Kindergarten & Grades 1-8 Chicago Ridge • Full Day Kindergarten & Grades 1-8 Education Since 1954” • 4 Year Old Pre-School 201 -School 201 Registration •4 Pre-School • Year AfterOld Care NowSchool Being Accepted • After Care

Looking for less time off

OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, January 2 3:00 -E 4:30 PM _ 30 0DVV O P N H O U SS EE OSaturday, PTuesday, EN H O U January January 2 2 January 2 AM 3:00 -Saturday, 4:30 9:30 O PPM _ 30 0DVV E N- 11:00 HOUSE

D218 bosses seeking more full weeks of class time

3:00 -Tuesday, 4:30 PM _ 30 0DVV January 2 2014Tuesday, -9:30 2015** TUITION January 2 RATES - 11:00 AM - 11:00 3AM Children - $3,750 1 Child 9:30 - $2,150 2014 - 2015** TUITION RATES 4 or RATES more - $4,150 22014 Children - $3,150 - 2015** TUITION Pre-School - $3,500 Full Day/Five Day Pre-School - $2,800 Full Day/Three Day

Furnaces Installed 0% Interest $89

“We need to generate as much in structure classroom time as possible,” he said. “It seems as if every other week there is a day off or an early dismissal. There are definitely not enough full five-day school weeks.” Corsi plans to eliminate cer-

708-263-4279 www.doornbos.com

24 Hour Emergency Service Available

Specializing in MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, REPLACEMENT & RETROFIT

www.ourladyoftheridge.org

** 7XLWLRQ 5DWHV WR EH DQQRXQFHG &RQWDFW XV IRU PRUH GHWDLOV

www.ourladyoftheridge.org

**Parishioner rate, one-time applicable fees not included, tuition reduction incentives available. Regular Sunday Mass attendance required.

Doornbos is proud to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Doornbos is currently hiring NATE Certified service Tehcnicians. Join the most capable workforce in the industry, our 88th year.

Contact Sr. Stephanie at 708.424.4409 for Information for Information for Information

*For qualified purchasers.

** 7XLWLRQ 5DWHV WR EH DQQRXQFHG &RQWDFW XV IRU PRUH GHWDLOV 2015/2016 Tuition Rates to be announced. Contact us for more details.

** 7XLWLRQ 5DWHV WR EH DQQRXQFHG &RQWDFW XV IRU PRUH GHWDLOV

The Reporter Thursday, January 22, 2015

Our Neighborhood

Finally, some ice weather for Palos Hills event By Kelly White Correspondent After three years of weatherrelated cancellations, Skate Under the Stars in Palos Hills was finally able to take place Friday night. The outdoor ice-skating event took place at Glacier Park, West 101st Street and South 78th Avenue for the fisrt time in 2011. The 2014 Skate Under the Stars was scheduled to take place but heavy rain on the day of the event called for a last-minute cancellation. Both the 2012 and 2013 events were cancelled due to unseasonably warm winter weather when Glacier Park was described by one city alderman as more of a lake instead than an ice-skating rink. The 2015 event was finally able to take place with the perfect mix of a cold winter and a mild night although temperatures in the high 30s during the day cast some doubt. Tyler Rafa, 6, of Palos Hills showed off his ice skating skills while wearing a personalized Blackhawks jersey. An avid hockey player at Southwest Ice Arena in Crestwood, Rafa says he loves hockey and plays any chance he gets. His father, Joe,

tended to differ on his views of the ice and hockey. “I like field hockey better,” Joe joked. Joe had just learned how to ice skate a few months prior to the event, according to Tyler’s uncle, Mark Kleefisch of Mokena. “Even if you aren’t the best skater, this is a really nice event and it’s beautiful outside,” Kleefisch said. The family event is sponsored by 4th ward Aldermen Joe Marrotta and Ricky Moore and encouraged local families to come out of winter hibernation. Marrotta watched alongside the rink as his two sons, Sean, 18, and Kyle, 16, played an intense game of hockey. “My sons are very athletic and competitive but prefer hockey for fun,” Marrotta said. Marrotta’s older son may not play hockey in college but he will play on the gridiron. Sean was recently offered a full football scholarship and he is planning on attending Benedictine University. Although boys were dominating the hockey portion of the ice rink, they were not the only ones enjoying the event. Isabella Stillo, 7, of Palos Hills, gracefully made her way across

the ice with her dream of one day becoming an Olympic figure skater. “I really like ice skating a lot,” she said, “I take lessons and I am able to do tricks now too. When I grow up I am going to be a figure skater.” Stillo also takes ice skating lessons at Southwest Arena. “She is very good,” her mother, Carol, said, “Her younger sister (Lese) did not take so well to the sport, but Isabella just loves ice skating and she really is one of the top skaters in her class.” Lese, 6, originally signed up for ice skating with her sister but gave up the sport after only a few weeks. “She didn’t like it,” her sister explained. However, the sisters both were having fun Friday night skating hand-in-hand with their mother back and forth across the ice. Not only is the event is designed to bring everyone together, it encourages and gives children in the community a chance to get outside and get some exercise during the cold weather, while enjoying the winter weather by ice skating, playing hockey and enjoying the heat of a couple of nearby fire pits.

Tyler Rafa, 6, of Palos Hills scores a goal during Friday night’s Skate Under the Stars at Glacier Park. The event was canceled the last three years because of weather problems.

Sean Marrotta took a spill after hitting a rough patch of ice at the lake at Glacier Park.

Isabella Stillo, 7, of Palos Hills skates around at the Skate Under the Stars event.

SUDOKU

Members of the police force get warm at the Skate Under the Stars event Friday night.

RETRO

By Mark Andrews

The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares with the correct numbers. Each row of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each column of 9 numbers must include all digits1 through 9 in any order. Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9.

Compiled by Jeff Vorva

News and events from our archives.

Wig helps prevent worse injuries in attack 50 years ago

From the Jan. 21, 1965 issue The story: Marion Wodka of Hackensack, New Jersey, was shot at twice, but not hit, after he tried helping a woman during a robbery on Southwest Highway in Worth. The woman, who owned a kennel in Palos Heights, was being pummeled by a man in daylight hours. Police said that she would have suffered worse head injuries, but she was wearing a wig and that helped soften the blows. She still had to receive 10 stitches. The quote: “The field could be used by both Sandburg and Stagg High Schools for all events,’’ – Sandburg Eagles booster club member A.C. Larcher, who was trying to raise $30,000 for lights at Sandburg’s stadium. Fun fact: Harry DeBruyn, an attorney who lived in Palos Heights and had an office in Evergreen Park, was named the Jaycees Man of the Year at a banquet at Bananas in Oak Lawn. Among his awards was a limo ride and tickets to Chicago for the musical “Oliver.’’

Victim pulled out of Cal-Sag bludgeoned 25 years ago

(Solution on page 10)

OUUU ES D IDDSIISCSCO NNN TT TRRAT CO RAT ATEESS withoutdiscount discount service. without service. without discount service.

It’s accident no accidentmore morepeople people trust It’s no trustState StateFarm. Farm. It’s no accident more people trust State Farm. ErikR RNelson, Nelson, Agent Agent Erik Erik R Nelson, 10200 Roberts RoadAgent 10200 S SRoberts Road 10200 S Roberts Road Palos Hills, IL 60465-1539 Palos Hills, IL 60465-1539 Palos Hills, IL 60465-1539 Bus: Bus:708-430-7575 708-430-7575 Bus: 708-430-7575 erik.nelson.hr35@statefarm.com erik.nelson.hr35@statefarm.com erik.nelson.hr35@statefarm.com

P040036P040036 02/04 State Farm Automobile Insurance Company (Not in NJ),in Bloomington, IL IL StateMutual FarmMutual Mutual Automobile Insurance Company NJ), Bloomington, P040036 02/04 02/04 State Farm Automobile Insurance Company (Not in (Not NJ), Bloomington, IL

History of the World

From the Jan. 25, 1980 issue The story: Area residents protested a new parking lot for Green Hills Public Library in Palos Hills. A resident said that patrons would have to drive through her subdivision to get to the lot and that posed as danger for kids in the area. The quote: “There were multiple wounds to the front and the back of the head, like somebody hit her with a meat cleaver or an axe.’’ – Illinois Police Master Sgt. John Meduga, describing a woman who was found dead in the Cal-Sag Channel. Fun fact: “Pump up the Jam” by Technotronic was the song the kids were listening to on the radio as it was the No. 1 single that week.

Hop heads are also meatheads 10 years ago

From the Jan. 20, 2005 issue The story: A Hickory Hills man and Bridgeview woman tagteamed to steal meat from area stores and sell it for 50 percent to support their drug habits, Hickory Hills police said after the two were arrested for attempting to steal 10 packages of meat from a store in the 8600 block of West 95th Street. The quote: “Your paper recently published a letter from Oak Lawn Trustee Robert Streit concerning the Village of Oak Lawn’s budget. That letter was filled with incorrect information.’’ – Oak Lawn Village Manager Joseph J. Faber in his own letter to the editor. Fun fact: Evergreen Park beat Oak Lawn 43-31 in a battle that took place at the United Center in Chicago. John Masterson had 20 points including four 3-pointers in the big building.

Jan. 22: ON THIS DATE in 1968, the comedy show “Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In” premiered on NBC-TV. In 1973, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its Roe vs. Wade decision, which legalized abortion using a trimester approach. Jan. 23: ON THIS DATE in 1973, President Nixon announced an accord to end the Vietnam War. Jan. 24: ON THIS DATE in 1848, sawmill builder James Marshall’s find of gold in a branch of the Sacramento River near Coloma, Calif., set off the California Gold Rush. In 1965, Sir Winston Churchill, Britain’s iconic wartime prime minister, died at age 90. Jan. 25: ON THIS DATE in 1971, Charles Manson and three female followers were found guilty of murder and conspiracy in the 1969 slayings of seven people. Jan. 26: ON THIS DATE in 1886, Karl Benz patented the first automobile with an internalcombustion engine. Jan. 27: ON THIS DATE in 1880, Thomas Edison patented the incandescent electric lamp. In 1967, a fire aboard the Apollo 1 spacecraft during a launch-pad test killed astronauts Gus Grissom, Ed White and Roger Chaffee. Jan. 28: ON THIS DATE in 1915, the U.S. Coast Guard was created from the Life Saving and Revenue Cutter services. Answer to last week’s question: This week in 1771, Spain ceded the Falkland Islands to Great Britain. This week’s question: In 1847, the California city of Yerba Buena got its present-day name. What is it? (Mark Andrews can be reached via e-mail at mlandrews@embarqmail.com.)

Thursday, January 22, 2015 The Reporter

‘Water is gold’

But taxpayers have to come up with that gold in Palos Hills By Michael Gilbert Correspondent

Scoring big on Basketball Day The Oak Lawn Park District held its annual Special Recreation Basketball Day on Saturday afternoon at Mother McAuley High School. The Oak Lawn Jordans and Eagles teams competed before a packed house, left photo. Participants were presented with roses for taking part in the game (right photo).

Photos by Steve Neuhaus

Bennett

(Continued from page 1)

where Land, either. And surely as president of the Illinois Municipal League, Bennett must have ventured through other parts of the state settled after Lewis and Clark took off,” the paper said. It added that Bennett, who attended Lewis University in Romeoville, should have been “more well-rounded and take into account the possibility (that) another eastwest route through an already busy intersection of two cross-country interstates just might help.” “CMAP officials have staunchly stuck to their parochial ways of protecting funds for their own projects with little regard for an area for which they have little regard,” the newspaper said. But Bennett said CMAP had several reasons for opposing the plan, among them cost and a lack of advantages for the region. “Let’s make sure we build a road that is going to have some impact,” Bennett said. He added that CMAP seriously doubted that the project, which was described a public-private partnership, would pay for itself. The more likely scenario would find taxpayers holding the bag, especially if estimated toll revenue did not meet expectations, he said. The proposed 47-mile expressway between Illinois and Indiana was designed to provide an east-west link from Interstate 65 from near Lowell, Indiana, to Interstate 55 near Wilmington in Illinois. The cost of the roadway was estimated at $1.5 billion. Meanwhile, the estimated cost of the interchange connecting the Tri-State Tollway (Interstate 294) and I-57 in the southwest suburbs is $719 million, Bennett said. That project has a greater impact on the area, he said. “All the facts (indicated) that the proposal should not be considered as a capital project for the region. It’s in southern Will County,” said Bennett, adding that federal and state transportation funds are limited. CMAP studies have indicated that tollway would have little impact on nearby highways, reducing by only 10 percent the number of the cars that travel on I-80/94. Bennett was careful to point out that Rauner’s decision to suspended planning and development of the major interstates does not necessarily kill the Illiana project. “Nobody has said it’s completely over,” Bennett said.

Community Brief WORTH Worth Park District Historical Museum to Host Author, Psychics Alsip Mayor Patrick Ketching will be discussing his book “Images of America: Alsip, IL”, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4 at the Worth Park District Historical Museum, 11500 S. Beloit Ave. This is a free event. Books will be available for purchase at the museum on the night of the event. The Worth Park District Historical Museum is hosting a Psychic Faire from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11. Visitors can come and choose from a host of different readers for a $10 fee for 10 minutes of readings. For more information, call 4487080, or email Curator Colleen McElroy at cmcelroy@worthparkdistrict.org.

You know my bucket list will be heavy on the Civil War I don’t think it is too late to begin working on my bucket list. I believe it is a very appropriate time, especially after my open heart surgery at age 76 late last year. How many of you saw the movie, “The Bucket List”? It stars Jack Nicholson, a very rich guy, and Morgan Freeman, an average guy, who share a hospital room; in a hospital owned by Jack Nicholson. Needless to say he wasn’t too happy about sharing a room with anyone, but that was the hospital policy. And he set the policy. In the movie, the Nicholson character was so rich he could afford to go anywhere and do anything. So after he and the Morgan Freeman character bonded somewhat, they decided to go to work on their bucket lists. Well, my bucket list does not include anything near what they did in the movie; such as sky diving, traveling to the Great Pyramid of Khufu or racing cars. Needless to say I don’t have the money to try any of those adventures. That doesn’t make me mad or jealous of those who do. It does make me understand that what I have on my bucket list still may not be 100 percent attainable, but again, that’s okay with me. Throughout my life, I have never given much thought to a bucket list. My wife, Helen and my sons, D.J. and David and now my grandchildren, Athena, Nikola and Samuel have just done things as the opportunity came along. And for the most part, I think we have had some good times and made some good memories. I hope they feel the same way.

H istory

fields with my grandchildren. •Write a book of historical fiction about my great-greatgrandfather who served in the Civil War. •Take a cruise down the Mississippi River on a paddle-wheeler and see as many Civil War cities and sites as possible. •Attend my 60th reunion at Limestone Community High School bear Peoria in 2016. •Have time to check my family As history to see if any other grandfor my list, I don’t even really parents fought in the Civil War. have to leave the good old U.S. •Take a trip to Salzburg, of A. to accomplish it. Austria. (I know – I said that Of course many items on my I would not have to leave the list will include things related country to fulfill my list – but to Abraham Lincoln and the this is the one exception.) Civil War. I have been given more time That should be no surprise. on this earth for whatever reaThe list is not necessarily in son. Many of us don’t know for order of how I want to accom- sure what our purpose in life plish them. Beggars cant’ be really is. After my heart surgery choosers and, as with many of last year, I truly believe that you, it would require the win- there is a reason I was given ning lottery numbers for one more time and I want to use of the really big jackpots. Oh! it to fulfill that purpose. (Of The other thing is I have been course, being there to watch told you have to buy tickets on a Samuel grow up is one.) No, somewhat regular basis to have I am not waiting for a sign from a chance to win. above or to be struck by lightThe following is my list and ning – I will just take it one it will be subject to change as day at a time and try to do my I grow older and may be less very best for humankind and able to complete it. see where it leads me. •Spend many more years with As an aside, besides all of the my wife. cards, calls and well-wishes I •Be here to watch my grand- received during my heart adchildren grow into adults. venture, I want to thank all of •Take a trip to Disney World the customers at Ace Hardware with my wife, sons and their who said they read the article in families – my treat. the Reporter. It was wonderful •Take another trip to Wash- to talk with you and especially ington, D.C. – including a visit to those who shared their stories the White House and talk with of heart surgeries. a president, visit Ford’s Theatre and as many of the other sites Don C. White is a local histoPhoto by Michael Gilbert as I have time for. rian from Palos Hills who has •Visit a few Civil War battle- written a book on the Civil War. Alderman Frank Williams discusses the water rate increase that is being passed on to residents this year. The minimum bill is up $3.18 from last year, he said.

on s s e L

with

Don C. White

The Crisis Center annual gala taps WGN’s Darlas as emcee The 2015 Heart to Heart Dinner Dance is quickly approaching and the committee has been hard at work to ensure the success of this fundraising event with a hint of Mardi Gras.

ray of items from toys for the kids to weekend get-a-ways and sporting events. Contact Christopher Beele at 429-7255, ext. 118 for reservations, sponsorships, and additional information.

WGN’s Andrea Darlas will host the Crisis Center’s annual Heart to Heart benefit which will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21, at Silver Lake Country Club in Orland Park. Cocktails, a four-course dinner, outstanding silent and live auctions including trips to exotic destinations, dancing to live entertainment by The Jimmy O and Rhonda Lee Duo, raffles and more for $95 per person. Reservations for the event as well as tickets for the $5,000 Grand Raffle may be purchased on the Crisis Center’s website at www.crisisctr.org under the EVENTS tab. This year, the dinner dance will also feature an auction by Cellular. Guests and supporters will be using their cell phones

The cost of water for Palos Hills residents has gone up nearly 100 percent in the last five years. That sobering fact came from Mayor Gerald Bennett at the City Council meeting last Thursday – the same meeting that during which Alderman Frank Williams (5th Ward) confirmed there was another double-digit percent increase coming to residents in 2015. “When we warned about [the spike in water costs] five years ago, I used the term ‘water is gold’ and it’s certainly moving in that direction,” Bennett said. “In tallying, over the last five years there has been an increase of $1 million in purchasing consumption by residents of the City of Palos Hills.” The climb in water rates is a trickle-down effect that starts with the City of Chicago. Palos Hills and 12 other nearby municipalities receive water from Oak Lawn via Chicago. Roughly five years ago Chicago announced it was going to increase its cost to Oak Lawn to pay for repairs to its water system. Oak Lawn had to pass along those rate increases to its clients as well as impose its own increase to help pay for a $180 million overhaul to its own water system. Palos Hills then tacks on a small increase to its residents to cover operational and maintenance costs, Bennett said. The minimum monthly water bill for a Palos Hills resident in 2015 is $55.95, which translates to $34.88 for the first 4,000 gallons used as well as $11.50 for sanitary sewer service and $9.57 for general capital improvement, Williams said. The cost of a minimum water bill in Palos Hills is $3.18 more than last year, Williams noted. The overall percent increase from last year is around 10 percent, which is actually less than the 15 percent to 17 percent city officials were expecting back in the fall. Oak Lawn decided to use a new rate model that basis the increase on the proximity of its clients, Williams said. Communities further south of Oak Lawn will see a larger increase, he said. Palos Hills residents are charged for a minimum of 4,000 gallons whether used or not. Bennett said this is done to cover the operational costs of the water system. “People sometimes think all

they pay for is when they turn it on and water is coming out, but there are water lines that need to be maintained,” Bennett said. “When you turn on the water it has to go somewhere so we charge a minimum to cover our operational costs.” The good news is that after this year residents aren’t expected to see a double-digit increase for the foreseeable future. Bennett said Chicago has already stated its increase will be based on the consumer price index and then Oak Lawn will pass along a minor charge making the increase around 4 percent for 2016. In other news, Alderman Ricky Moore (4th Ward) warned residents of a phone scam in which the caller identities himself as a ComEd employee and claims the residents’ electric service will be disconnected unless the payment is made. “These impersonators instruct customers to buy a prepaid credit card and call back to a different phone number with the personal identification number or other personal information,” Moore said. “Remember that ComEd representatives will never call you to ask you for cash or request that you purchase a prepaid credit card to make a payment on your bill.” Moore said scammers are even using a tactic called “Caller ID spoofing” to manipulate the displayed phone number so that it appears as a different number. “Your display can say Bank of America or Internal Revenue Service but don’t believe it,” Moore said. “The display [number] is not hard to change.” Bennett said the city puts information on the latest scams on its website, but often that is not enough to thwart con artists. “We will continue providing the information as best we can but people have got to be aware,” Bennett said. “These scams are just crazy – they are off the chart,” Moore added. “Whether it be email or phone the key term is ‘be aware.’ No valid institution will call you to ask your personal or sensitive information over the phone. If you get a phone and they do then that is your first red flag that it is a scam.” Moore said anyone who believes they received a phone call matching that description should visit Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s website at www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov for more information.

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia’s mission is to provide emergency shelter and other essential services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence and address the societal issues that contribute to domestic violence.

DIVORCE IS TRAUMATIC ENOUGH The “traditional” adversarial process, with opposing attorneys, adds financial and emotional burdens. A better alternative exists… PRE-LITIGATION MEDIATION limits the total financial cost to $2500 or less and greatly reduces emotional stress. HERMANN LAW & MEDIATION

Cynthia Hermann, Attorney & Counselor at Law To learn more:

www.hermannlaw-mediation.com or (708) 576-8043

Visit www.crisisctr.org for more information on the Crisis to bid in real time on silent Center for South Suburbia, ways auction items and increase their to support its mission, and the chances on winning a vast ar- services it provides. Darlas

PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER

Please Recycle Your Reporter

2014 F Financing Available!* *Subject to credit approval. Ask for details.

2x3

ADVANTAGE A DV CARPET 7329 W. 79th Street, Bridgeview (79th & Harlem, next to K-Mart)

708-496-8822 advantagecarpetsplus.com

HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 9am-8pm; Fri. & Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun. 11am-4pm

The Reporter Thursday, January 22, 2015

COMMENTARY THE

REPORTER

An Independent Newspaper Amy Richards Publisher

Jeff Vorva Editor

Published Weekly Founded March, 16, 1960

Southwest Regional Publishing Editorial

Why Pat Quinnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s poor sportsmanship matters Something was missing last Monday during Bruce Raunerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gubernatorial inauguration â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the outgoing governor. Pat Quinn stayed home in Chicago while his successor, Rauner, was sworn in. The move is without modern precedent in Illinois. With the exception of the day Rod Blagojevich was impeached, outgoing governors have attended their successorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s swearing in for at least the last halfcentury. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One might say Gov. Quinn has shown poor sportsmanship,â&#x20AC;? said Taylor Pensoneau, a noted political journalist and author. We think Quinnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s poor sportsmanship is a big deal. A distinguishing feature of democracy is the peaceful, orderly and graceful transition of power when voters change their mind. This is why incumbents who are vanquished by voters normally legitimize the will of the people by attending the inaugural of the winner. Illinoisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 2014 gubernatorial election was the first time since 1972 that an incumbent governor was rejected by voters in a general election. That year, Democrat Dan Walker unseated Republican Richard Ogilvie, in part, because Ogilvie raised state income taxes. Quinn, who was an advance man in Walkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s administration, was tossed out by voters 42 years later after he, too, raised state income taxes. (Note to Rauner: Voters in Illinois fire governors who raise income taxes.) We understand Quinnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s feelings. No one likes to lose. And the tradition of outgoing governors sitting through their successorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s swearing in creates awkward moments. For example, when Walker took the gubernatorial oath of office, he told the audience â&#x20AC;&#x153;The free ride is over.â&#x20AC;? Gov. Ogilve and his family sat stoically at Walkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s side, while the victor took a rhetorical cheap shot at the vanquished. This is as it should be. It goes with the territory of elected office that duty to the people rises above personal feelings or partisanship. Legitimizing the outcome of an election is job number one in a democracy. A thick-skinned Dick Ogilvie rose to the moment, as have countless others in his shoes. Pat Quinn didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Elections kind of bring out the worst of us and afterward we get back together,â&#x20AC;? former Gov. Jim Edgar told reporters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Inaugurations have a tendency to bring people together.â&#x20AC;? And that is important.

Who had idea for blue ribbons? Who cares? It was a great idea Every week, I turn the BSide into my editor, Jeff Vorva, for editing. He takes a look, makes any necessary changes and sends the column to the production department to be laid out on the page. Simple stuff. Last week, however, Jeff made a strange comment about my weekly column. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m happy to see youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re following all my ideas and suggestions for the column,â&#x20AC;? he said. I had no idea what he was talking about. The column topics, for the most part, are my idea. Jeff has his own column to write and impress us all. He persisted. Many of my columns were his really brainchild, he said. I merely followed up by putting his genius thoughts into words. Heck, he even wanted an apology. How dare I use his thoughts and ideas and make them my own without giving credit where credit was due. No, Jeff didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really say any of this. He and I are adults. And adults donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bicker about who should get credit for good ideas. Or do they? January 2 was an unseasonably warm day, which was

ideal for all the volunteers who gathered at a Starbucks in Oak Lawn before hitting 95th Street and tying big blue ribbons to every light pole on the villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main drag from Harlem Avenue to Pulaski Road. It was an organized effort that took some planning and coordination. But the results look great. Ribbons were fashioned from plastic blue table clothes purchased at dollar stores. From what I understand, one tablecloth equaled eight ribbons. Each team of volunteers was assigned one or two blocks, and in no time the ribbons were everywhere. They look great and their purpose is even more impressive: remind people driving along 95th Street that Oak Lawn supports it police force. And, cops in Oak Lawn know the community has their back. All sorts of folks volunteered for the grassroots effort, which was promoted big time on local Facebook groups. And, yes, there were local politicians helping outâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Mayor Sandra Bury and Trustee Tim Desmondâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;to name a few. They were joined by candidates for village board.

But the real question is: whose idea was the Tie One On initiative. We must get to the bottom of this. We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let the wrong person get credit. Did Trustee Desmond advance the idea? Or did a supporter who lives in his district get the ball rolling? You know politicians. Hiding in the weeds ready to leap on any good idea and make it their own. How dare they. And, to top it off, Desmond is running for re-election. Certainly, a few photos of him tying ribbons to poles would help him out at the polls. Not to be outdone, Desmondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opponent, Cyndi Trautsch, volunteered as well. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure she was eyeballing some political advantage. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a thought: knock it off. Who cares who came up with the idea to tie blue ribbons to street poles? It was a great idea that bore tremendous results. Heck, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen blue ribbons in front of houses throughout the community put up by people who wanted to get in on the gesture. Other towns have done it as well. I truly donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care if a trustee, resident or Frederick Pabst had the idea of tying blue ribbons

The B-Side by Bob Rakow to poles and trees. It was a great idea that sends an even greater message. These are tough times for the police. And I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care if their shield says NYPD or OLPD, they take a risk every time they hit the streets to defend the community. Sure, we all have some story or another about being pulled over by the police and getting a ticket we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t deserve. No one said the cops were perfect. But their job is tough, risky and often thankless. But try calling them in the middle of the night when you think you saw or heard something in your backyard. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done that and the response was timely and professional. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure many of you have experienced similar scenarios. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the last line of defense between civilized society and chaos. Granted, the blue ribbons are merely a symbolic gesture, but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d appreciate the effort if I was a police officer. And, the Tie One On initiative proves that the community can come together for a good cause. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what sincere, well-meaning adults do. Fingering pointing and one-upmanship are not.

Simpler times when garbage can lids had meaning Elections have changed a lot over the years. These days, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about representation, equality and fairness. But there was a time when it was all about garbage can lids. I grew up on Chicagoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Southeast Side when Daleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Democratic Machine had the city in its first headlock. You really didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hear much from the politicians, and most people wanted to stay away from them, until election time. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when the precinct captains, usually a neighbor you knew, would come by and ask you to commit your vote to â&#x20AC;&#x153;ourâ&#x20AC;? candidate. It was really â&#x20AC;&#x153;hisâ&#x20AC;? candidate, but he was â&#x20AC;&#x153;ourâ&#x20AC;? friend. Back then, we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t scream about skyrocketing crime and violence. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;murder rateâ&#x20AC;? didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t exist. We were just happy to live where we lived. Who locked their front door? But there was one problem. Garbage can lids. We had a cement trash bin that was popular in the 1940s and 1950s. The waste haulers had to shovel the trash from the cement bin into the truck. It was a lot of work. But sometime in the 1960s, someone came up with a new

from the homes that voted, or were in the voter rolls. Because just before every election, By the precinct captain Ray Hanania would come by, knock on our invention. The galvanized gar- door, ask bage can. They werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t painted. us to vote They were just silver. And there for â&#x20AC;&#x153;ourâ&#x20AC;? was nothing more important than candidate, the lid, which as it turns out, was and then stolen, a lot. promise Who stole the garbage can lids? to get us Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not sure. My dad always a new garsuspected it might be the precinct bage can captains. lid. What I mean is the garbage How did can lid in the 1960s was a lot he know? like the T-Top panels popular E v e n t u a l l y, in the late 1980s on Camaros. they cement-paved The two glass T-Tops would al- our alley and removed the now ways get stolen, and you would unused cement garbage bins. have to go to the auto dealer- And, we forgot about the garbage ship to buy replacements, which can lids. Who needed garbage covran about $600. Who benefited ers anyway? from that arrangement? The car Of course, at about the same dealers, who we always suspected time that garbage can lids became of stealing them so they could a non-essential item of sanitare-sell them. tion or vote bribery, we noticed And that brings me back to an increase in crime, something the garbage can lids. My dad was similar to what is sweeping Chiconvinced the precinct captains cagoland today. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just saying. stole the garbage can lids. He noEvery time I hear about a series ticed that lids were often stolen of street gang related killings over

The Grapevine

a weekend, it makes me think back to the 1960s, when all we cared about were garbage can lids at election time. The only thing that came close to replacing a garbage can lid during an election that I can remember was in the 1970s, when John F a r y was the congressman representing the Southwest Side. Fary, who was a decent guy, would hand out little replicas of â&#x20AC;&#x153;toilets.â&#x20AC;? His way of reminding you that his name was â&#x20AC;&#x153;John.â&#x20AC;? I wonder what would happen today if precinct captains went around handing out garbage can lids or little toy toilets to voters? These days, I guess, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve come to expect a little more. Ray Hanania is an award-winning former Chicago City Hall reporter. Reach him at rghanania@gmail.com.

What additional steps can be taken to combat terrorism? (Asked at the Oak Lawn Pavilion) Photos by Bob Rakow

Fred Hoffmann, Oak Lawn Julie Hayes, Oak Lawn Missy B., Oak Lawn Bob McAdams, Oak Lawn Ken Tomczak, Burbank â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everybody working together â&#x20AC;&#x153;Perhaps practicing tolerance â&#x20AC;&#x153;Invest some more money in â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re OK. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know â&#x20AC;&#x153;They just got to keep better so A knows what B is doing.â&#x20AC;? and learning more about each metal detectors in high public how much more we can do with- track of the terrorists.â&#x20AC;? other.â&#x20AC;? places.â&#x20AC;? out infringing on peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rights.â&#x20AC;?

Thursday, January 22, 2015

A fast brush with greatness

The Reporter

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Performance painter David Garibaldi wowed a crowd at the Advocate Christ Medical Center on Martin Luther King Day Monday by creating a painting of MLK in mere minutes. In the left photo, he starts the painting. In the middle photo, more of the painting is formed and the audience can see that Garibaldi is painting him upside down. In the right photo, the artist turns the painting 180 degrees to put the finishing touches on it. For more about Garibaldi, see next week’s Reporter.

Heart surgery – more than You do have the time to exercise just the ‘old college try’ The Best of The Wine Guy You’ve heard the excuse many times, perhaps even used it yourself: “I just don’t have the time to exercise.” People will talk about how they want to lose weight or want to get in better shape, but don’t have the time to do it. It’s nonsense, of course; most people watch TV at least a half hour a day, and that’s about all the time one needs to get in a productive workout. You don’t have to go to a health club or fitness center, or even lift a weight. Just go for a walk. Walking burns calories, can help one lose weight, and strengthens the muscles of the feet, legs, hips and torso. It also helps increase the stability of the spine, which can help ease back pain. It stimulates the appetite, strengthens the heart, raises the pulse rate and increases the flow of blood to the lungs. It, like all exercise, is even good for the brain. As you walk you should flex and relax your abdominal muscles. This helps increase the strength in the core, which inturn can give you better posture and helps all of the body’s other muscle groups. A mile or two a day is all you need. You need not run a marathon. Try to walk whenever you can, and use your car less. Walk to the grocery store when you need just a few items, or walk to the sandwich shop or other eatery during your lunch break. Sitting at work is terrible for the body, and sitting on the couch

Wine Guy

with Anthony Scarano watching TV doesn’t help either. Don’t forget to stretch, especially in the morning. Bend down to touch your toes and hold this position for at least 20 seconds. Lift each arm above your head, slowly, 10 times per side. Stand up straight and bend slowly to the right and then the left, holding the position for 10 seconds when you’ve gone as far as you can comfortably go. Do this 10 times. Swing each leg back and forth 10 times, as if you are kicking something, then swivel at the hips to the right, then to the left. All of this is stimulating and good for circulation. Every part of the body, inside and out, will feel wonderfully elastic and warm. If possible, do these stretches in fresh air, and breathe deeply and evenly, without holding it in. Do not strain and do not stretch further than what is comfortable — if it hurts you’ve stretched too far. Getting your body into invigorating condition will make

your appetite keener, and you will be ready for good, wholesome food like fresh fruit. After your morning stretch eat some apples, bananas, oranges or berries. Stay away from the cereal and the bacon and eggs. For lunch, any kind of fresh vegetables will do. Lightly steam some broccoli, green beans or corn, or try slathering slices of eggplant in minced garlic and olive oil and cooking them on the broiler, perhaps topped with fresh herbs and a little cheese. For supper eat a bowl of hot soup and whatever veggies you didn’t eat for lunch, or a salad of spinach, Romaine, red leaf lettuce, endive and escarole. These foods will provide you mucho nutrients, and the fiber they contain will help accomplish the important task of keeping the colon clean. With this new regimen of diet and exercise you should have no trouble with constipation. If it occurs down a big glass of prune juice, which will help. And don’t forget the wine. Have a glass or two a day for its many benefits.

Patients whose heart arteries are 100 percent blocked may find relief without bypass surgery, thanks to aggressive, minimally invasive techniques and advanced instrumentation being used by cardiologists at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn. “We are doing more than giving it ‘the old college try,’” said Thomas Levin, M.D., an interventional cardiologist at Christ Medical Center. “With the availability now of miniaturized technology, including specialized catheters with small guide wires, we are going into the [blocked] artery, puncturing through the extensive plaque that is obstructing blood flow, clearing the arterial channel and then putting in stents to prop open the artery.” If necessary, Levin and colleagues are using a two-catheter approach to attack the blockage. The technique involves threading a catheter through a tiny incision in the patient’s arm or groin directly into the blocked artery and then moving a second catheter through another small incision into a connecting heart artery to reach and attack the plaque build-up from the opposite end. The procedures may sound rela-

Anthony Scarano is not a doctor. He is an Evergreen Park resident, winemaker and certified naturopath. Suggestions in this space are solely the opinions of Mr. Scarano based on years of independent study and personal experience, and may not be beneficial to health. Wine should be consumed in moderation, as Edward L. Crafton Edward L. Crafton, 75, of Oak overindulgence may be harmful Lawn died Jan. 14. to health. Mr. Crafton is survived by his daughter, Crystal (Frankie) Coburn; grandson David; sister Judith (Richard) Salik as well as nephews and nieces. Visitation and funeral services were held at Kosary Funeral Home in Evergreen Park. Interment was private and held at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Mr. Crafton was a member of the International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 2 Chicago.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Zola V. McCann Zola V. McCann, 96, a former Oak Lawn resident, died Jan. 14 in her Hayward, Wis., home. Visitation and services were held Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home Hills in Palos Hills. Interment was at St. Mary Cemetery in Evergreen Park. Mrs. McCann is survived by her daughter Sandra (William) Ringwald; stepson Charley Frank Mc Cann; grandchildren Drew, Ronald and Kevin (Meg McMonigal) Ringwald; three grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren; sisters Shirley Fran-

Church Corner 1 6 10 14 15 16 17 18 20 22 23 26 31 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 45 46

Across Trapping device Official records Got an A on Restriction at some fitness clubs Mark from a healed wound Fancy fabric with metallic threads Coral ring Metal to melt down State Department’s purview Anxious feeling Olds Cutlass model Pulp comic that transformed Nick Fury into a super-spy British noblewomen Soda fountain orders Try to win Happy hour pints Sorceress jilted by Jason Ireland’s Sinn __ Dream state letters Suffix with Beatle Theater access Entertainer with many fans? Cling wrap brand “Queen of Soul” Franklin

50 “War of the Worlds” attack 55 Inning-by-inning runs summary 57 Hedren of “The Birds” 58 Bldg. annex 59 Slimmest of margins 60 Actress Falco et al. 61 Gravy vessel 62 Very 63 Like some populations Down 1 Major mix-up 2 “__ your life!” 3 Passion, in Pisa 4 Issues 5 Signs up 6 Part of PGA: Abbr. 7 Letters on a Soviet uniform 8 Islands tuber 9 Kazakhstan border sea 10 Keys at the keys 11 Westley portrayer in “The Princess Bride” 12 Punk rock subgenre 13 Bear lair 19 Ancient Britons

(Answers on page 10)

21 Belg. neighbor 24 Do more work on, as a persistent squeak 25 In unison 27 Revise 28 Gymnast Comaneci 29 Collect bit by bit 30 LAX posting 31 Has the nerve 32 Billy Joel’s musical daughter 33 Reminder notes 37 Apple computer 38 Roosevelt’s chat spot 40 Short-short skirts 41 Like soda water 43 Natural ability 44 Cleveland NBAer 47 Easy basketball score 48 Aspirations 49 Herb that tastes like licorice 51 Reverberation 52 Ark helmsman 53 Spring flower 54 Rex Stout’s stout sleuth Wolfe 55 Chocolate dog 56 Wedding vow words

OAK LAWN All Children Younger than 5 Will Be Blessed at Candlemas Celebration Pilgrim Faith United Church of Christ, 9411 S. 51st Ave., Oak Lawn, will bless children younger than five on Sunday during the annual Candlemas celebration at the 9:30 a.m. worship service. Children will receive a blessing and their parents will light a candle All young children and their parents are invited to this service. They do not have to be members of Pilgrim Faith. Parents who would like their children to be included, may call the church at 422-4200.

tively simple and straightforward, but they are complex and timeconsuming. Until recently, patients presenting with totally blocked heart arteries – a condition known as chronic total occlusion or CTO -often defied treatment with standard, interventional (minimally invasive) procedures, which have been only 50 percent to 60 percent effective in providing relief to the patient. In fact, diagnosis of CTO has been the most likely predictor of referral of a patient for surgery. At Christ Medical Center, the success rate for treating CTO minimally invasively has been 80 percent to 90 percent. In addition to the aggressive measures that he and his colleagues take at Christ Medical Center, Levin credits much of the heart team’s success to careful selection of CTO patients for percutaneous (minimally invasive) intervention “Appropriate patients usually have symptoms, such as chest pain, or have an abnormal stress test, and the heart muscle that is fed by the blocked artery must still be viable -- alive,” Levin said. “Heart muscle can remain alive if collateral arteries continue provid-

ing it with blood. However, if the heart muscle in the area of the blocked artery is already dead, then there is no sense in trying to re-open the artery.” Surgery remains a better option for some patients who have multiple blocked arteries as well as CTO, Levin said. About 15 percent of patients with arterial blockages have CTO. Of these, many are potential candidates for a minimally invasive procedure. Studies have shown that successful interventional techniques to treat CTO offer patients relief of symptoms, improve the left ventricular function of the heart and increase survival rates. However, these rigorous procedures can take as much as two hours to three hours to complete – about twice the time of a standard angioplasty/ revascularization procedure. The time commitment is not an issue for Levin, who said, “We are committed to doing what we can for these patients.” Patients treated minimally invasively for CTO usually only stay in the hospital overnight. —Advocate Christ Medical Center

Death Notices gella and Bonnie Lou Carter and many nieces and nephews. Born in Turley, Mo., Mrs. McCann was a member of the Oak Lawn Senior Flyer’s Club, the Oak Lawn AARP Senior Club and Queen of Martyrs Church Senior Club. She worked for many years as a waitress. James A. Urbanski James A. Urbanski of Oak Lawn died Jan. 17 in his home. He was 61. Mr. Urbanski is survived by

his wife, Tammy; children Sherri Urbanski and Kimberly (James) Holtrop; grandchildren Ashley and Anthony; and brother Richard (Susan) Urbanski. Visitation was held at the PalosGaidas Funeral Home in Palos Hills followed by a funeral Mass at Sacred Heart Church. Interment was at Resurrection Cemetery. Mr. Urbanski was a truck driver and worked for many years at Chicago Suburban Express. He was member of Teamster Local No. 705.

Funeral Directory Palos-Gaidas FUNERAL HOME

708-974-4410 FUNERAL HOME David Gaidas, Jr. Director

11028 Southwest Highway Palos Hills, IL 60465

9236 ROBERTS ROAD HICKORY HILLS, IL

708-430-5700

Call About Our ‘VALUE PLAN’

For Information About an Affordable Full Funeral Service with Burial or Cremation Since 1916

www.lackfuneralhome.com

Cremation Service

“THE NEXT GENERATION TO CARE FOR YOU”

Printed on Recycled Paper Please Recycle Your Reporter

10701 S. Harlem Ave. Worth, IL 708.448.6000 Owned and Operated by the Mintle Family“Your Neighborhood “Your Neighborhood Funeral Home” Funeral Home”

The Reporter Thursday, January 22, 2015

SCHOOLS

Oak Lawn announces 26 Illinois State Scholars Oak Lawn Community High School announced that 26 students from the Class of 2015 have been recognized as Illinois State Scholars. The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is the state agency that recognizes the top Illinois high school students annually with this distinction. The following students were named 2015-16 Illinois State Scholars: Omar Abdelrahman, Ahmad

Abdulla, Laura Akouris, Ciara Berry, Marisa Castrogiovanni, Claire Ewers, Elise Fetzer, Natalie Glab, Noah Goebel, Kali Graziano, Dana Greene, Megan Kusturin, Andrew LaRusso, Nathan Lehocky, Rocky Martin, Abby Mendoza, Nicholas Minnella, Marcus Montes, David Nejdl, Emmet Nugent, Sean Nugent, Anna Oswald, Elizabeth Stepp, Klaudia Swigon, Natalie Taylor, and Afreen Yasin.

Illinois State Scholars represent approximately the top 10 percent of high school seniors from 671 different high schools across the state. Selection is based on SAT, ACT, or Prairie State Achievement Exam scores, and/or class rank at the end of the junior year. High school guidance counselors work with ISAC to determine the winners. This year, over 18,000 students statewide received this honor.

Campus Leaders Lewis University Honors December Graduates Lewis University honored over 500 undergraduate and graduate students at its December graduation ceremonies in Romeoville. Both of Evergreen Park, Lauren Romero and Pearce Dowden graduated with a master of arts in elementary education from Lewis University. All of Oak Lawn, Theresa Nugent) graduated \ with a master

of science in nursing in Nursing, Kelli Leifker graduated with a bachelor of arts in social work, James Boyle graduated with a master of science in nursing in nursing, Kristy Zak graduated with a master of business administration in business, and Joanna Staszel) graduated from Lewis University with a bachelor of arts in human resource management. All from Palos Hills, Maricela Lopez graduated with a

LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION

MIDFIRST BANK Plaintiff, -v.ABRAHAM RUEDA, NICOLE T. RUEDA, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Defendants

NORTHEAST BANK, as assignee of Integra Bank, N.A., successor by merger to Prairie Bank and Trust By Sue Hubbard, M.D. Company, www.kidsdr.com Plaintiff, v. for calcium, many young girls CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, as may be setting themselves up successor trustee to North Star Trust Company, for osteopenia and osteoporosis in their adult years. as successor trustee to Integra Bank, N.A., as suc I’ve noticed over my years in Exercise is equally important cessor trustee to Prairie Bank and Trust Company, not practice that fewer and fewer for maintaining bone health, personally patients drink milk every day. which means more time outside but as trustee under trust agreement dated September 9, 2002 and known as trust no. 02-110; Calcium is an important nutrient or in the gym, rather than in STANISLAW BAL; LUCYNA BAL; U.S. which in necessary for healthy front of a screen! TRANSPORT, REPAIR & SERVICE, INC.; UNITED bones. But you have to put that Change your habits and start STATES OF AMERICA;

12 CH 41916 6014 WEST BIRMINGHAM STREET Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 17, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 18, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 13 IN BLOCK 18 IN CHICAGO RIDGE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY’S SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 18, 19, AND 20 IN CHICAGO RIDGE, A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 6014 WEST BIRMINGHAM STREET, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Property Index No. 24-17-127-020-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family detached. The judgment amount was $186,198.86. 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. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. only Please refer to file number 12-061961. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 Attorney File No. 12-061961 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 12 CH 41916 TJSC#: 34-20503 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.

bachelor of science in chemistry, Antoinette Gray graduated from Lewis University with a bachelor of arts in management, Jeff Malyszko graduated with a bachelor of arts in liberal arts, and Anna Kaszewski graduated from Lewis University with a bachelor of science in finance.

Sky Guy stops by

Both of Hickory Hills, Maciej Kuklinski graduated with a bachelor of arts in criminal/ social justice, and Allison Jones graduated from Lewis University with a bachelor of arts in athletic training.

Southwest Chicago Christian School in Oak Lawn hosted a “Family Reading Night with the Chicago Sky” on Jan. 12 and more than 70 families attended. The night started families picking reading stations based on their child’s age and listen to stories read by Southwest teachers. Then came the high-flying entertainment of the Chicago Sky’s mascot, the Sky Guy. There was also a family reading segment, where staff member Kris Jousma read a book to the crowd, and then there was a time of autographs and pictures with the Sky Guy. Pictured is eight-year-old, Josh Ciesla, posing for a picture with the Sky Guy and his assistants.

Submitted photo

The Kid’s Doctor

Calcium essential for kids, and that means milk!

CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. No. 10 CH 50285 Property Address: 10744 Lockwood Avenue Oak Lawn, Illinois 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the judgment of foreclosure and sale entered in the above cause on July 31, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 a.m. on February 6, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One S. Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 222 IN EAGLE RIDGE SUBDIVISION PHASE 4, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Common address: 10744 Lockwood Avenue, Oak Lawn, Illinois. Property index no. 24-16-309-034. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount of the first mortgage lien granted to Plaintiff encumbering the mortgage premises is $164,156.10, and the amount of the subordinate IRS tax lien encumbering this property is $341,742.38, plus additional prejudgment interest from November 8, 2013 through the entry of judgment. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in â€œAS ISâ€ 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.

calcium into your bones during childhood and adolescence, which means milk at meals. By age 18, about 90 percent of your peak bone mass has been laid down. Most children I see are not drinking many soft drinks. In fact, many tell me they don’t like “fizzy drinks” at all; even on special occasions they’d prefer “fancy waters,” But, when I ask them what they drink at dinner they often say, “water.” I then ask their parents if they even pour milk for their children and they, too, say their child prefers water. I’m not sure how water became the preferred drink among many of my patients. When and how did parents and children decide that children need to drink a certain amount of water a day? I’ve never found any recommendations about water consumption in healthy children. But there are recommendations regarding calcium and Vitamin D intake. Children between 1-3 years of age need 700 mg/day of calcium, while 4-8 year olds need 1,000 mg/day and 9-18 year olds need 1,300 mg/day. It’s also recommended that all children between ages 1-18 years receive 600 IU of vitamin D a day. The best way to meet calcium and vitamin D needs is through food sources, including milk. With statistics showing that less than 15 percent of adolescent girls in the U.S. meet the recommended dietary allowance

pouring milk with your child’s meals and then go outside and get some vitamin D and exercise!

Flu cases rising rapidly

Flu season is definitely upon us and unfortunately it’s hitting just in time for the holidays! I’ve been on call for the last two weekends and I can assure you, flu is everywhere. You name it and you’re probably being exposed somewhere, including the mall, grocery stores, churches and synagogues, restaurants, day care centers, schools, airports, offices ... the list is endless. I say this because patients continue to ask, “Where do you think I got this?” To compound the problem, holiday gatherings offer many chances for respiratory viruses to spread in crowded, mostly indoor settings. Fortunately, despite this year’s flu vaccine not being a “good match” for the Influenza A (H3N2) that’s widely circulating, the children I’m seeing with flu (and yes, I’ve already seen hundreds of them) are not terribly sick. They do have the typical fever, cough, sore throat, headache and body aches that typically come with flu, but many are only running a fever for 1-3 days, and when the fever is down they’re (Continued on page 9))

Submitted photo

Hopscotch and chopsticks Covington Elementary School had its annual Winter Carnival in December. Kindergarten through second grade students boarded what they called Covington Airlines in the morning and then third through fifth graders had their turn in the afternoon. Several countries were visited in record time. The students tried using chopsticks in Japan, put together Olaf in Norway, and played a type of hopscotch game called Escargot in France. The students also played world bingo, played in an obstacle course and played a musical flag game. PTO president Gayna Driscoll organized this event. Pictured, Emma Mathews, a fifth grader at Covington Elementary School, plays a game of French hopscotch called Escargot during the Covington Winter Carnival.

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 Plaintiffâ€™s attorney: Robert F. Rabin, Thompson Coburn LLP, 55 E. Monroe Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 580-2226 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. Robert F. Rabin THOMPSON COBURN LLP 55 East Monroe Street, 37th Floor Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 580-2226 Attorney Code. 48614 Case Number: 10 CH 50285 TJSC#: 34-21989

Printed on Recycled Paper Please Recycle Your Reporter

Back to Boot Camp

Submitted photo

Covington Elementary staff and students participated in their After-break Boot Camp on Jan. 5. This is a tradition at Covington School that is embraced by both staff and students. During Boot Camp, classes rotate around the school to specified areas to talk about what behavior is expected of the students in those areas. There is one more Boot Camp scheduled for after Spring break.

Thursday, January 22, 2015 The Reporter

SCHOOLS

Two-minute drill Dunlap hired as new EPCHS superintendent in swift meeting By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor

July, he will replace retiring Beth Hart, who had the job since 2008. Chances are that Dunlap That was fast. wouldn’t have been hobnobbing It took all of two minutes during with the board and other execua special meeting of the Evergreen tives after that 120-second meetPark Community High School ing if he enjoyed the computer District 231 board on Jan. 14 to science field a little more. But unanimously hire James Dunlap the native of Oblong had a few as its new superintendent. Come experiments to go through before

Photos by Jeff Vorva

New District 231 Superintendent James Dunlap talks with outgoing boss Beth Hart after a two-minute board meeting to hire Dunlap on Jan. 14.

he found his true calling. The computer world’s loss is education’s gain. “I wanted to be a teacher, but thought that education didn’t really pay that well,” he said. “I tried computer science first. I decided I really didn’t like that and I went back to teaching. That was always what my passion was. “I was a teacher for a little while and I decided I wanted to move into administration,” Dunlap said. “I felt like I could serve more kids being a principal because I am overseeing and entire building rather than a single classroom.’’ Dunlap is currently Thornton District 154’s superintendent, a position he has held since 2010. He was also a principal at Edwards County High School in 2009-10 and Carrollton High School in 2008-09. From 1999 through 2008 he was a math teacher at Hoopston, Danville and Oblong High School. He received a Ph.D from Indiana State University in educational leadership and administration. He has been able to adapt to some of the technological changes

James Dunlap, who is in glasses and dark suit in the front row, poses with Evergreen Park Community High School board members and officials after he was voted in as the new superintendent. at his current 200-plus student school. “I’m really proud of our oneto-one program,” Dunlap said. “We put an electronic device into the hands of every student. That’s really helped the educational process for our kids.’’ Evergreen Park High School has more than 950 students, making it one of the biggest schools he has worked at in

his career. This are also big changes afoot in the education world including the possibility of new Governor Bruce Rauner revisiting the controversial consolidation of the 860-plus districts into a much smaller number, which drew a lot of fire in 2011 and 2012 when it was proposed. “We’re not really sure right now what to expect with the

change in the governor,” Dunlap said. “There are going to be some new ideas that will be brought to the table. The consolidation issue might be brought up again. There may be some changes on the horizon about standardized testing at the federal level. That would be positive thing for us to be facing. It will be an interesting couple of years as far as policy goes.”

A jazzy dedication to EPCHS auditorium

Ken Kazin, the Evergreen Park Jazz Ensemble director, and his group perform on Jan. 14 during the opening night of the renovated Batho Auditorium at the school.

A long view at the renovated Batho Auditorium during its opening night at Evergreen Park High School.

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Chris Trzeciak, president of the Evergreen Park Community High School Board of Education, cuts the ribbon dedicating the renovated Batho Auditorium on Jan. 14.

Bulletin Board

The Kid’s Doctor By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

(Continued from page 8) playing video games, watching TV and helping make holiday goodies. I haven’t seen anyone with a serious complication. I’m hopeful that this continues. Many patients are wondering

about using Tamiflu (being advertising heavily right now). I’m using Tamiflu for children who are high-risk (under 2 years old, have underlying illnesses, are immune-compromised, have significant asthma, etc.). For most

(Answers on page 11)

children, the flu can be handled at home with the usual symptomatic treatment: fever control, fluids, rest and parental TLC (tender loving care). I would always watch for any respiratory distress and make sure your child stays hydrated. In most cases, I bet the fever is gone in a day or two and the youngster is left with a nasty cough (the same goes for the parents). I always warn parents to watch for any recurrence of fever later in the illness, which makes me worry about a secondary infection which would require a visit to the doctor. The best form of prevention right now is to make sure everyone in the family gets a flu vaccine; some protection is always better than none. Wash your hands, eat healthy, get plenty of sleep, and if you’re sick, please stay home! We’ve got several more months of flu to go, after all. Winter is just settling in.

St. Louis de Montfort School to Host Open House St. Louis de Montfort School, 8840 S. Ridgeland Ave., is hosting an open house from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Sunday. The school accepts on-going registration for preschool through eighth grade and will be taking applications for the 2015-16 school year. New to the school this year is a dynamic STEM Lab, complete with a Lego Robotics program, science, technology, mathematics and engineering initiatives along with partnerships with local universities to bring STEM learning to students at all grade levels. The school also offers a choice between Spanish and Polish foreign language classes, is a “Super Kids” Center for excellence in early literacy, offers accelerated math, advanced placement classes, learning resource classes, computers taught in a new lab, Junior Scientist programs, free after-school tutoring, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. extended care options and a leading early childhood program for the area. For more information, call the school office at 599-5781, or by attend the open House on Sunday where teachers, school board members, administrators, students and office staff will be on hand to introduce the school to prospective families.

W. College Pkwy, Palos Hills. Employer check-in is at noon, and the employer luncheon is at 12:30 p.m. The Spring Job and Internship Fair is a prime opportunity for employers to recruit diverse students, alumni and community members to fulfill employment needs, including hourly or salary jobs, and paid or non-paid internships. Commissiononly positions and undisclosed, third-party recruiting will not be included. The registration fee is $105 for a six-foot table and lunch for two recruiters. The fee for the spring and fall fairs is $160. Registration and payment are due by March 12. To register, visit morainevalley.edu/ jrc and click on Job and Internship Fair. Space is limited. For more information about the fair or other events, call the Job Resource Center at 974-5737, or visit the website.

aries and interplay between twoand three-dimensional methods of making art. These works are made by drawing in a realistic manner on sheets of fabric that are then sewn together and inflated with air. The result is a drawing that is both sculptural and in-the-round. Thematically, these drawings showcase the beauty and heroism of the common man by depicting a common man in the pose and guise of celebrated Classical and Renaissance sculpture.

SHEPARD HIGH SCHOOL Shepard High School Presents ‘A Little Bit of Germany’ Music, food and fun will highlight the fundraiser ‘A Little Bit of Germany’ from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Shepard High School, 13049 Ridgeland Ave., Palos Heights. Dinner will be served from 4 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, and $5 for children age 12 and younger. Moraine Valley Displaying Art The fundraiser includes enterExhibit by Benjamin Entner tainment by the folk band PaloMoraine Valley Community Col- ma from the Dankhaus German lege is hosting “Ego Sum” by artist Cultural Center in Chicago, and (Dr. Sue Hubbard is an awardBenjamin Entner in the Robert F. a catered dinner of bratwurst, winning pediatrician, medical ediDeCaprio Art Gallery, in the Fine sauerkraut, German potato salad, tor and media host. “The Kid’s and Performing Arts Center, 9000 rye bread, coffee, and apple cider. Doctor” TV feature can be seen on W. College Pkwy, Palos Hills. The Imported souvenirs, candies, and more than 90 stations across the exhibit runs through Thursday, baked goods will be available for U.S. Submit questions at http:// Feb. 5. purchase. www.kidsdr.com. The Kid’s DocThe Robert F. DeCaprio Art GalThe event supports the exchange tor e-book, “Tattoos to Texting: lery provides an opportunity to view program between Shepard and JoParenting Today’s Teen,” is now MORAINE VALLEY locally and nationally recognized hann Wolfgang Goethe Gymnasium available from Amazon and other Employers Needed for Moraine artists. Exhibits in the art gallery (high school) in Germersheim, e-book vendors.) Valley Spring Job and Intern- are free to the public and are avail- Germany. This spring, Shepard ship Fair able for viewing Monday through teacher Jennifer Fischer and her Employers from all industries Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., as students will host teachers and stuPrinted on Recycled Paper who have position openings are well as during most performances dents from Goethe. They will stay needed for Moraine Valley Com- in the Fine and Performing Arts with host families, attend classes Please Recycle munity College’s Spring Job and Center. For more information, visit at Shepard, and experience life Your Reporter Internship Fair from 2 to 5 p.m. morainevalley.edu/fpac, or call Jen- as Americans for three weeks. ‘A Thursday, March 26. The fair will be nifer Kiekeben at 608-4231. Little Bit of Germany’ celebrates in the Moraine Business and Con“Ego Sum” is a continuing body the food, culture, music, language ference Center, Building M, 9000 of work that explores the bound- and people of Germany.

The Reporter Thursday, January 22, 2015

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

When life knocks you down, carry yourself in an upbeat manner

Photo by Jeff Vorva

WHATIZIT?

Talk about a 7-10 split. Well, make that a 6-6 split. Last week’s WHATIZIT? photo of the bottom of a bowling pin had six guessers playing the right arrows on the lanes while six others threw gutter balls. But some of the incorrect guesses were darned interesting. Evergreen Park’s Henrietta Mysliwiec was the first up to the lanes to throw a strike with her correct guess. Following suit and winning the beer frame were Worth’s Theresa and George Rebersky, Palos Heights’ Walter Mlynarski and Jackie Miller and Oak Lawn’s Jane Foley Incorrect guesses included of the top of a cider jug, “a dunk tank bulls eye target thingy,” a shooting target at an arcade game, a tub drain and a woofer. But our favorite wrong guess was a long description: “It is a traffic safety barrier. You will see them at Metra crossings to prevent cars from going around the lowered gates.” Nope, just the bottom of a bowling pin. The clue for this week is Britney Spears before she went “Oops.” Send those guesses to thereporter@comcast.net with WHATIZIT? in the subject line. Give us your name and hometown (a couple of you forgot last week – shame, shame) by Monday night.

LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR QUEEN’S PARK OVAL ASSET HOLDING TRUST, Plaintiff, -v.RAQUEL ALEXANDER, UNKNOWN OWNERSTENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants

U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., AS SUCCESSOR TO LASALLE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE MERRILL LYNCH FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-6, Plaintiff, -v.DANIEL Z. LIPCZYNSKI, JOANNE O. LIPCZYNSKI Defendants

13 CH 1860 8745 SOUTH FAIRFIELD AVENUE Evergreen Park, IL 60805 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 21, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 24, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 109 AND THE SOUTH 2/3 OF LOT 108 IN FRANK DELUGACH BEVERLY MANOR, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF LOT 1 IN SCAMMON’S SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 8745 SOUTH FAIRFIELD AVENUE, Evergreen Park, IL 60805 Property Index No. 24-01-201-056-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $209,011.84. 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.

12 CH 43183 9915 SOUTH 84TH AVENUE 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 5, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 13, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 2 IN TRAPP’S RESUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 25.0 FEET OF LOT 22, ALL OF LOTS 23 AND 24 IN JOHN C. DUFRAME AND COMPANY’S PALOS GARDENS, A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH WEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 10 ACRES THEREOF) OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 12 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9915 SOUTH 84TH AVENUE, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-425-041-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $398,947.79. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number 12-0887.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number 12-0745.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 Attorney File No. 12-0887 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 13 CH 1860 TJSC#: 35-531

KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 Attorney File No. 12-0745 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 12 CH 43183 TJSC#: 35-454

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.

He said he wants a divorce. When I first heard the word “divorce,” I thought for sure it was an exaggeration. Shanett Coleman of Chicago has been one of my best friends since I relocated from Terre Haute, Indiana nearly 20 years ago. She’s known for being a drama queen. And yes, one might argue we’re cut from the same cloth. However, upon hearing her husband, of then five years was leaving, I quickly commented, “He’s not leaving. You just had a baby. He wouldn’t! Your marriage is just going through the normal adjustment of having an infant.” She cleared her throat and retorted, “Is it also normal for him to commit adultery?!” Shortly thereafter, to my surprise he did leave. With her cup half denial and the other half hope, she never filed for divorce. Over the following five years, I listened as she cried and complained of how life dealt her a bad hand. And, she wasn’t receptive to being consoled by me. I was a constant reminder of what she’d lost. My husband was present and actively involved in the lives of our children. “How could you possibly know what I’m going through?” she’d ask me with disdain. I lacked compassion. I wanted her to, get over it! So, our friendship went on sabbatical. She was always in my thoughts even during our time apart, I’d refer to her as one of my best friends. After two years, by divine intervention, we were reunited.

“What’ve you been up to?” I asked with enthusiasm as I met her vibrant smile and warm hello in our local Sam’s Club. “I’ve been putting all my energy into the Lord and my son.” she replied as she further explained it was his seventh birthday and she was picking up his cake. We exchanged information and resumed our friendship, just as if we’d never been apart. We spent morning after morning catching up on the previous two years. She was still married, to an estranged husband. “Still?” I said, trying not to sound judgmental but totally failing. “I know. I know. But, I told the Lord, I’m ready now. I’m letting go.” she said, desperate for my buy-in. This time, I believed her. Something was different and I wasn’t the only one who noticed. One day, while on her job of 11 years, one of the executive directors walked by. His superior position left little interaction between them. Nonetheless, this day he stopped her. “I’d like to do something nice for you. May I?” he asked. Not one for turning down a freebie she interjected, “Sure, what would that be?” She said she thought he wanted to buy the office staff lunch. He responded with, “My wife and I would like to buy you a car.” Shanett had been driving a raggedy ol’ beat up Acura. The engine hadn’t stopped but I can’t say the same for the stereo, air conditioning and heat. As a single parent, she’d chosen to forgo repairs to allow her son

privileges she otherwise couldn’t afford. She said she wanted to compensate for the absence of his dad. So, diligently she worked, many nights overtime so her son could swim and play chess, soccer and violin. This executive didn’t know her financial situation. Nor did he know she was a single parent. All he knew was she worked in his firm and drove a car that clanked through the parking garage with a smile on her face. In the office, she was courteous, respectful and always there. He was a man with the means to be a blessing and she happened to be his targeted recipient. Within a few weeks of his offer, she was driving a gently-used, metallic silver, Honda Accord. She was humbled to tears. She wrote him a letter of gratitude. “I’ve worked for this firm 11 years,’’ she wrote in a portion of the letter. “This company has afforded me the opportunity to provide my son with a good life. I admire the culture of my workplace. The pleasant environment and opportunities to advance are what keep me loyal. I also appreciate this company’s initiative to give back through work programs like the one recently started for underprivileged innercity children. “I’ve modeled my personal life after some of the values I’ve seen displayed here. My son and I volunteer for organizations every holiday so that we too can do our part to give back. Working here has definitely increased my

I, Claudia

By Claudia Parker quality of life. From the ability to attend Broadway plays to luxury dining and even the professional ball games, I’ve been exposed to a life I would ordinarily not be able to afford. I earn a decent wage but being a single parent is hard. I make sacrifices. One being to continue to drive a car that needed to be replaced. You provided a gift I never expected and couldn’t have possibly earned. I believe your act of kindness is God’s grace and favor over my life. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity, may it be returned to you with the same measure.” This man’s act of generosity refueled Shanett, several months later, she received a pay increase, accompanied by a promotion. This is a great reminder that we should be mindful of our attitude regardless of our circumstance. Ask yourself, “Do I present myself in a way that would cause someone to desire to bless me?” You never know whose paying attention. Claudia Parker is an Evergreen Park mother, author, runner whose columns appear the second and fourth Thursdays for the Reporter.

Park Clips Ongoing: The Chicago Ridge Park District wants to thank all the families of the houses who entered into the Holiday House Decorating Contest this year. Congratulations to the Baker Family who took first place, the Valenti family who took second place and the Kasper family who took third place.

Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. Birmingham St. at 5:30 p.m. and will return around 11 p.m. The cost of the trip is $7 for residents, and $12 for non-residents. The price does not include admission.

nosaurs, draw pictures and create their very own dinosaur. The class will be held at Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. Birmingham St. from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The fee is $10 per class.

The first session will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays through Feb. 18. The second session will be held during the same time period Wednesdays Feb. 25 through April 1. All classes will be held at the Freedom Activity Feb. 7 and Feb. 8: The Chicago Feb. 25 or March 25: Children Center, 6252 W. Birmingham St. Ridge Park District is hosting ages 3 to 5 years old can Blastoff to The cost is $40 for residents and two trips to see Disney On Ice Outer Space to about astronauts, $50 for non-residents. Presents Frozen. The bus leaves planets, life in space and much Feb 6: Daddy Daughter Date Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. more. Children will design their Various Dates: Zumba is a Latin Night is coming to the Chicago Birmingham St. at 9:45 a.m. and own class rocket, and learn about inspired dance fitness program Ridge Park District Frontier Field- will return around 3:30 p.m. each the stars and the moon. The class designed to feel like a party. It’s house, 9807 S. Sayre Ave. The day. The fee is $40 for residents, will be held at Freedom Activity a program that the fit athlete and event will be held from 6:30 to 10 and $50 for non-residents Center, 6252 from 3:30 – 5:00pm. the shy, uncoordinated beginner p.m. The cost of the event is $25 The fee is $10 per class. can enjoy. The dance rhythms inper couple for residents, and $40 Feb. 11 or March 11: Yo Ho Ho clude: meringue, salsa, reggaeton per couple for non-residents. Each A Pirates Life explores Captain Various Dates: Vinyasa yoga and much more. additional girl costs $8. The ticket Hook and the pirates from 3:30 focuses on flowing from pose to There will be two sessions on includes prizes, dinner, entertain- to 5 p.m. Participants, children pose and linking the movement two different days. Class will meet ment, and dancing. Tickets are ages 3 to 5 years old, will hunt with the breath. This energizing from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, available at the Freedom Activity for treasure, wear eye patches type of yoga builds endurance, through Feb. 17, or Thursdays, Center, 6252 W. Birmingham St. and make their own treasure strength, and flexibility, all while through Feb. 19. The second and Frontier Fieldhouse. maps. The fee is $10 per class. calming the mind. The class is set session will be held at the same to fun, upbeat music and ends time Tuesdays, Feb. 24 through Feb. 10: The Chicago Ridge Feb. 18 or March 18: Roar Roar with peaceful relaxation. All levels March 31, or Thursdays, Feb. 26 Park District will be making a Dinosaur lets children ages 3 to welcome. Kelly McKimson-Rhodes through April 2. All classes are trip to the Chicago Auto Show, 5 travel back millions of years as is the instructor and is a certi- at the Freedom Activity Center, which spans more than 1 mil- they learn about the dinosaurs fied yoga teacher trained at Yoga 6252 W. Birmingham St. The cost lion square feet of everything who roamed the Earth. Children Alliance Registered Yoga School, is $40 for residents and $50 for automobile. The bus will leave will learn about many types of di- Chicago. non-residents.

Library Notes OAK LAWN The Oak Lawn Public Library is located at 9427 S. Raymond Ave. For more information, or to register for the programs, call 4224990 or visit oaklawnlibrary.org. Ongoing: Patrons can join the staff at the Oak Lawn Public Library and bring in donations for canned goods during the library’s “Souper Bowl” food drive through Super Bowl XLVIII on Feb. 2. Patrons are encouraged to ask family, friends and neighbors to drop off soup, and other canned items, in the library’s lobby. The goal is 500 cans to stock local food pantries. Jan. 26: Participants will never know what to expect when they join in on adventures at the Oak Lawn Public Library. Each session will have new challenges, new things to learn and make, and may even take you outside. Club members should be ready for surprises during each hour. Patrons ages 8 to 10, meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 26 and Feb. 23. Those ages 11 to 14 will meet Wednesdays, Jan. 28 and Feb. 25 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Registration begins 10 days before each date. Jan. 26: The Teen Movie Club meets from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Oak Lawn Public Library. The group will be watching teen movies like The Maze Runner, If I Stay, and The Fault in Our Stars, with a discussion afterwards. Pizza and popcorn will be provided. Jan. 31: The Lunch Club gathers from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Oak Lawn Public Library and is in for a sweet surprise. Patrons should bring their lunch, and will listen to stories. Registration not required. All ages are welcome.

February: The Oak Lawn Public Library has six book discussion groups, each with a different meeting time and place, and each with a different schedule. The variety ensures that there will be at least one that will appeal to anyone who loves to talk about books. Pick up a copy of the library’s booklet that contains titles and details for all of the book clubs. Books will be available behind the Reference Desk on the second floor. Patrons can come to one, or come to all. Here’s the lineup of titles for February: Short Works After Work: The “Tenth of December,” by George Saunders will be discussed Wednesday, Feb. 4 at 6:30 p.m. True Crime: This group will talk about “Murder in Greenwich,” by Mark Fuhrman Thursday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. Mysteries in the Morning: These book club members will review “Shadow of Doubt,” by Jonnie Jacobs Friday, Feb. 13 at 9:30 a.m. The Fault in Our Stars Teen Book Club, the library’s high school book club meets twice a semester on the third Tuesday every other month in the Young Adult area. They will talk about “Cinder,” by Marissa Meyer Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 6 p.m. The first 10 high school students to stop by Adult and Young Adult Services starting Jan. 20 will receive a free copy of “Cinder. Paging Through History: This group will consider “Bunker Hill,” by Nathaniel Philbrick Wednesday, Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. Book & Brew: This book club will meet Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Deja Brew Pub, across the street from the library. The members will weigh in about “Yours for Eternity,” by Damien Echols. Feb. 3: The Homebuyer Work-

shop will explain, “Why NOW Is the Time!” at 7 p.m. at the Oak Lawn Public Library. Standard Bank will host a workshop for first time homebuyers. Topics include: credit score information, new programs with low down payments and how to access up to $18,000 in free down-payment assistance. Feb. 4: Steven Frenzel of

Marquee Movie Presentations will present “Behind the Doors of Downton Abbey,” at 7 p.m. at the Oak Lawn Public Library. Frenzel will provide an entertaining and interactive film seminar, which will feature many behind-the-scenes anecdotes and fascinating hidden details of this highly popular series.

A leading honor for Cunningham

Submitted photo

Illinois Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-18th), center, recently received the LeadingAge Illinois 2014 Legislator of the year Award for his commitment to advancing quality in adult older care and services in his district and throughout Illinois. Kevin McGee, left, president and CEO of Smith Senior Living, a not-for-profit sponsor of Smith Crossing in Orland Park and Smith Village in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood, and Kirk Riva, right, vice president of public policy for LeadingAge Illinois, joined Cunningham as he accepted the award at a luncheon hosted by LeadingAge Illinois, the state’s largest eldercare association.

Thursday, January 22, 2015

CONSUMER

The Reporter

Kids in college? Fill out that FAFSA, fast We’ve just begun the New Year, but the next academic year is still months away. Nonetheless, if you have a child who will be attending college in the fall, it’s not too soon to start thinking about what might be a vital component of paying for his or her higher education: financial aid. Specifically, to help ensure that your child doesn’t miss out on federal and state student grants, work-study and loans for the 20152016 school year, you’ll want to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible. (You can start the application process by visiting www.fafsa.ed.gov.) Even if you have a fair amount of financial assets, you should probably fill out a FAFSA. In the first place, all parents receive an “asset protection allowance,” based on the age of the older parent. For two-parent families, this allowance generally shelters between $25,000 and $50,000 in assets from FAFSA considerations; for single parents, the range is typically between $6,000 and $10,000. The allowance may be higher for parents 65 and older. Furthermore, in determining your expected family contribution, FAFSA won’t look at your pension plan, your IRA or your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement account. Those of your assets held outside retirement plans — the

a 529 plan will be assessed at up to 5.64 percent for FAFSA purposes. Some families, seeking to totally keep their 529 plan assets out of aid calculations, ask the grandparents to own the account. This could be a problem, though, because while the grandparents’ 529 plan won’t be reported as an asset on FAFSA, withdrawals from the plan will be treated as untaxed income to the beneficiary (i.e., the grandchild) on the next year’s FAFSA — and that can have a big impact on financial aid, a much bigger impact, in fact, than if the 529 plan was listed as a parental asset. Consequently, you might want to ask the grandparent to award ownership of the 529 plan to you. However, some state plans don’t allow this change, so the grandparent might have to transfer the money to a different state’s plan before giving up ownership. In any case, be aware of these issues when you tackle the FAFSA. And don’t delay in filling it out. Colleges have a closing date for accepting financial aid applications — and that’s one deadline you won’t want to miss.

balances in your checking and savings accounts, CDs, investment real estate, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and so on — will be counted in the FAFSA calculations, but as a parent, you will only be expected to contribute up to 5.64 percent of these assets, as opposed to assets held in your child’s name, which are usually assessed at 20 percent. You may want to pay special attention to one particular asset — the 529 plan. A 529 plan is a popular college savings vehicle, and for a pretty good reason: The investment dollars you place in a 529 plan can grow tax-deferred, and withdrawals are free of federal and state taxes, provided the money is only used for higher education expenses. (The earnings portion of withdrawals used for other purposes may be fully taxable, and might incur a 10% penalty, as well.) Plus, your 529 plan contributions may be deductible on your state taxes. Like your other non-retirement assets,

Area Property Tran$fer$

Scott Johnson, CFP, is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, 974-1965. Edward Jones does not provide legal advice. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones financial advisor.

Area Property Tran$fer$ 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 Stahulak Dennis J to Gromala Geraldine, 10288 Southwest Hwy, Unit #21C, $86,000; Rachowicz Michael K Tr to Werka Matthew, 10924 Oak Ave, $142,000. Evergreen Park Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Volk Craig R, 9326 S Albany Ave, $113,000; Sanchez Jose T to Nguyen Bao Vy Thi, 9742 S Albany Ave, $140,000; Frances Sowa Trust to Mack Ind II LLC, 2742 W 97th Pl, $68,500. Hickory Hills Ramadan Islam to Mohsin Mohamed A, 9128 W 95th St, Unit #91283B, $110,000; Piecuch Michael to Gasienica Ewa, 9007 S Roberts Rd, Unit #11D, $105,000. Oak Lawn Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Salazar Victor H, 9740 Pulaski Rd, Unit #9740504, $36,500; Skowron Sarah to Yerkes Megan M, 10906 S Keeler Ave, $158,500; Zayyad Fuad to Russell Anita M, 10740 Kilpatrick Ave, Unit #304, $53,000; Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp to Mejri Kareema, 5213 Alexander Pl, $87,000; Prendergast Constance M to Weber Eric J, 4820 98th St, $170,000;

JPMorgan Chase Bk to Vuckovic Violeta, 10801 S Keating Ave, Unit #NW101, $30,000; Kroll Robert H to Banks Laverne, 10355 Menard Ave, Unit #2217, $77,000; Cirrus Inv Grp LLC to Jurkowski Malgorzata, 8832 Meade Ave, $175,000; Tomasek Joseph M to Aparicio-Garcia Leticia, 9217 55th Pl, $207,000; Bank Whittier to Jaronczyk Jozef, 8832 50th Ave, $140,000; Padgitt Joanne Tr to Fitzgerald Scott M Tr, 9661 Karlov Ave, Unit #9661-NE303, $37,500; Cook Marian to Hope Janice, 11016 S Keating Ave, Unit #110161A, $39,000. Palos Hills Rog Margaret to Mitrosz Mag-

dalena, 9168 South Rd, Unit #9168E, $128,000; Hochol Henryk to Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr, 10985 S 84th Ave, Unit #2A, $114,500; Kowalczyk Joseph L to Drobny Robert H, 11137 East Rd, Unit #1136D22, $112,500; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Mathew John, 10604 S 80th Ct, $200,000. Worth Gram Richard to Baranowsky Ronald J, 11607 S Nashville Ave, $83,000; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Powers Crystal, 7406 W 111th St, Unit #212, $25,000; Kelly Thomas E to Kijewski Chris J, 7332 W 111th Pl, $161,500.

Mortgage Rates Around the Area First Midwest Bank (as of Jan. 20) 30-year fixed 15-year fixed 30-year fixed Jumbo

RATES APR POINTS 3.750 3.797 0 3.125 3.394 0 4.000 4.045 0

United Trust Bank (as of Jan. 20) 30-year fixed 15-year fixed 10-year fixed

Talkin Poker

RATES APR POINTS 3.625 3.645 0 2.990 3.026 0 2.990 3.043 0

Prospect Federal (as of Jan. 16) with Tony Dunst 30-year fixed 20-year fixed 15-year fixed

RATES APR POINTS 3.750 3.787 .25 3.500 3.552 .25 3.000 3.064 .25

All rates subject to change daily. Equal opportunity lenders.

Talkin Poker

By Chad Holloway

Poker’s version of the ‘Hail Mary’ There’s a move in poker that is seldom executed, doesn’t have a name, is only applicable in one specific situation, and has a rate of success that’s near zero. In fact, in my decades of playing poker, I’ve only seen it work twice. One of those triumphs occurred a few years ago in $1-$2 no-limit hold ‘em game at the Venetian in Las Vegas. I don’t remember the exact preflop action, but I know that my opponent and I both put in $20 to see a flop. I held the Ah 8h, so obviously I was hoping to see red cards on the flop, which I did when it came down 3d 7d 9d. Unfortunately, diamonds didn’t do me any good. Still, I decided to take a stab at the pot, raising after my opponent bet. He called. The turn brought the 2s, and my opponent checked. I made a bet about two-thirds the size of the pot, and once again my opponent came along. When the Jd on the river put a fourth diamond on the board, my opponent put out a modest bet. Having played with this

particular player a great deal, I knew that his bet indicated a mediocre hand. My experience told me that if he had a strong flush, he would have bet bigger. Knowing this, I opted to move all in. By continuing to represent strength, I figured my opponent would give me credit for a big with certainly Tony Dunst hand. He’d be hardpressed to call with anything but the nuts. He didn’t snapcall, which was a good sign, and as the minutes passed, it became apparent he had little confidence in his hand. Just when I thought the bluff was going to work, my opponent spiked in his chips to signify a call. My bluff failed. Hand over, Tony Dunst right? Notwith quite. My opponent wanted to see my cards first. This is where the opportunity to pull the aforementioned move, which I’ll refer to as poker’s version of the “Hail Mary,” came into play. Usually I would just say, “Nice call,” and give up on the hand, but sometimes when I’ve represented strength, I’ll roll over my cards as confidently as possible with the faint hope

Talkin Poker

that my opponent will misread my holdings and muck his hand. My opponent quickly glanced at my cards, looked back at his own, and disappointment came across his face. The entire table was steeped in silent anticipation. After a final look at his cards, my opponent shook his head and mucked. You may be thinking that my ace-high hand was best — in which case his call was horrible — but that wasn’t the case. My opponent, who by this point was being tormented by the table, sheepishly admitted that he had misread my ace of hearts as a diamond and folded the winning hand. Rarely will this happen, but if you get caught with your hand in the cookie jar, toss up those cards and see what happens. You have nothing to lose, and things aren’t over until the pot is pushed. (Chad Holloway is a World Series of Poker bracelet winner and senior news editor for PokerNews.com and learn. pokernews.com. Follow him on Twitter: @ChadAHolloway.)

Photo by Bob Bong

Papa Joe’s is hoping to open in Chicago Ridge in February.

Papa Joe’s moving from Oak Lawn to Chicago Ridge The Original Papa Joe’s restaurant will soon be moving from its longtime home at 10745 S. Cicero Ave. in Oak Lawn to new digs in Chicago Ridge. Owner Joe Agate said the restaurant would be moving into the former O’Connor Pub at 5900 W. 111th St., which closed earlier this month. “Probably by the end of February,” Agate said of a potential opening date. “We’re in the process of doing some remodeling and putting in a carry out department.” Agate said the timing was perfect for moving the restaurant, which opened in 1982. “They were up for sale and we were ready to buy,” he said. He said he recently sold the Oak Lawn building to an investment firm. “I’m not sure what they plan to do with the building,” he said. “It’s not going to be a restaurant.” He said the new location will be slightly smaller, about 120 seats compared to 150 seats at the Oak Lawn restaurant. But everything else would remain the same. “We will have the same owner, same staff and the same menu,” he said. “Everything will be the same as it is now except we’ll be in Chicago Ridge. It’s three minutes away from our Oak Lawn location.” Agate said word of the move has been misinterpreted. “Some people think we’re closing, and we’re not,” he said. “The uncertainty hurt our gift certificate business over the holidays. Nobody wanted to buy a gift certificate if we were going to close.” Two recent postings on the eatery’s Facebook page tell customers that Papa Joe’s is still open. He said he would keep customers apprised of the move on the restaurant’s Facebook page at The Original Papa Joe’s. Until then, it’s business as usual.

“2015 Best Online Graduate Nursing Programs” list. “This ranking illustrates a commitment to excellence in nursing education and demonstrates the dynamic leadership and talented faculty who incorporate best practices in online education at Saint Xavier University,” School of Nursing Dean Gloria Jacobson said in a release. “We encourage all SXU graduate nursing students to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to meet a changing and challenging healthcare environment with compassion, service, hospitality, and integrity. Throughout their educational journey and beyond, we expect them to always hold true to the core values grounded in our Mercy heritage that highlight the importance of respect, excellence, and learning for life.” SXU’s Online Graduate Nursing program was designated as a National League of Nursing Center of Excellence last year, an honor held by only 17 schools in the nation, so inclusion on this annual list (released on Jan. 8) further illustrates the hard work of SXU’s leadership and faculty. Additionally, the baccalaureate/ master’s nursing program was also accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) until June 30, 2023. Lincoln Mall shuts down Lincoln Mall, which once featured four anchor stores and two floors of retail stores and a food court along with a nearby movie theater, closed for good last week at U.S. 30 and Cicero Avenue in south suburban Matteson after 41 years. Late last year, a judge ordered the mall closed after the holidays because its receiver ran out of money to keep the failing shopping center open. The only store that will remain open is a Carson’s, which was one of the original anchors and owns its own part of the property. Village officials have been reviewing plans on what to do with the property, which include a multi-family housing site, an industrial park or a revitalized retail center.

Comings & Goings By Bob Bong

them.” She said the bands are posted on the Fergie & Foz Facebook page. She said the club’s name stems from her nickname and that of her manager, Joe Fosco. She said remodeling was fairly simple before they opened. “We brightened it up a lot,” she said. “It was very dark in here before.” She said the biggest change was the addition of a new dance floor and stage for the bands when they play. Bobek, who used to work at the Daily Southtown when it was at 60th Street and Harlem Avenue, had worked for the Laborers Union after leaving the paper and also did bartending. “I started tending bar at the Town Tap and was eventually offered a job as manager of Europe, but I didn’t want to do that,” she said. Then Europe closed and she said she grew tired of working for other people. “So I decided to give this a try,” she said. For its sports bar half, Bobek said she added three 60-inch televisions and a giant 70-inch screen so fans can catch the game from about anywhere inside. She also offers pool tables, dart games and indoor bean bags. “We will be getting video poker games as soon as the state approves our license,” she said. The bar’s capacity is 400 and she has a couple of tables and benches as well as the bar, which she said was the original bar and runs for about half of the length of the building. There is no food service at present. New sports bar The club also has no-tap and dance club opens service but carries a variety of in Summit imported and domestic bottled A longtime village resident has beers as well as a full line of reopened the former Europe and cocktails. S&S tavern as a sports bar and Fergie & Foz is open from 11 dance club called Fergie & Foz at a.m. to 2 a.m. daily. 7245 W. Archer Road in Summit. “There was no place to dance SXU nursing program and have live bands on the South ranked No. 2 Side,” said owner Dena Bobek Saint Xavier University reexplaining why she opted to open cently surpassed more than a dance club and sports bar. 1,200 distance education degree Bobek said she will have a programs across the country DJ on Friday nights and bands to earn the No. 2 ranking on on Saturdays “when we have U.S. News & World Report’s

SUDOKU Solution

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.

It’s Tax Time ~ Are You Ready? Call A Professional.

Crossword Answers

Peggy Brown Schaefer, CPA™ mmbsassociates@sbcglobal.net

American

Peggy Brown Schaefer, CPA™ Financial & Tax peggy@mmbs-cpa.com

Services Inc.

Serving the SW Suburbs for Over 20 Years 7330 W. College Drive, Ste 204 • Palos Heights, IL 60463 ph (708) 361-4058 • fax (708) 361-4059 • www.mmbsaccounting.com

RICHARD J. JAKES, CPA, MBA, CFP Telephone 708-448-5633

Small Business Owners Beat the March 15 Deadline Appointment, Mail-in or Drop-off

Free E-le with Tax Prep NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT Call Today

(708) 357-3300

RICHARD J. JAKES ANDSuite ASSOCIATES, americanfts@yahoo.com 7330 College Drive, Illinois 7330West West College Drive, Suite204 204•LTD. •Palos PalosHeights, Heights, Illinois60463 60463 CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS (708)361-4058 361-4058 fax(708) (708) 361-4059• •www.mmbs-cpa.com www.mmbs-cpa.com (708) • •fax 361-4059

12131 S. Harlem Ave., Palos Heights, Il 60463-1430 INCOME TAX PREPARATION FINANCIAL AND RETIREMENT PLANNING Securities offered through LPL Financial. Member: FINRA and SIPC

The Reporter Thursday, January 22, 2015

Lake Katherine wows for those who exchange vows Submitted by Lake Katherine When Christine and Brad Wilson got married last July they had a special place in mind to capture the perfect memories of their happy day – Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanical Gardens. “Lake Katherine is somewhere I loved visiting when I was younger, it’s such a beautiful oasis in the suburbs,” says Christine, 27, who grew up in Tinley Park. “There are so many trails and reserves in this area but Lake Katherine is unique. I think all the different elements of nature such as the waterfall and the butterfly garden make it outstanding.” Likewise fellow newly-wed Terese O’Rouke says she would not have considered exchanging her vows anywhere but beside Lake Katherine’s tranquil, cascading waterfall. “My husband Tom and I had our first date at that very spot!” she smiles. “A psychic once told me I would be at my happiest near to water and that certainly came true. Getting married by the waterfall meant everything to me. ‘We loved having our wedding at Lake Katherine. The weather was perfect, the staff were very nice and helpful and it was such a happy, wonderful atmosphere.” With its peaceful ambience and stunning scenery it is no wonder couples flock to Lake Katherine to exchange their vows and celebrate with their friends and family. With the chance to wed in front of the lake, the anniversary garden, School House arch or waterfall the non-profit park has a plethora of beautiful, timeless backdrops. Then there is the convenience of continuing the celebrations in the

Photo by Peter Wynn Thompson www.peterwynnthompson.com

Christine and Brad Wilson heart of nature. Lake Katherine’s pretty clubhouse can accommodate up to 100 people and serves as a banquet facility with a large balcony overlooking the park’s 136 acres. A second wedding venue is the Brigid O’Malley Auditorium, connected to Lake Katherine’s Nature Center. With space for up to 130 guests the auditorium is furnished with hardwood floors and a small stage for entertainment. Of course not everyone wants an intimate wedding and if your guest list exceeds 130 there is always Lake Katherine’s spacious festival grounds located between the car park and the waterfall. Why not opt for a tent event priced from $1500 for the day? With the average cost of a wedding in America reaching $30,000 last year many couples may be left wondering how to finance their big day. However Lake Katherine prides itself for hosting dream weddings at a fraction of the cost. “We do our best to help people have a wonderful wedding on a

You found the love of your life; let Eva’s Bridal of Orland Park do the rest Submitted by Eva’s Bridal Looking for the perfect attire for your special day? For the bride that desires an unforgettable wedding, Eva’s Bridals of Orland Park invites you to view our exquisite bridal fashions! From fashionable and timeless bridal and bridesmaids gowns to elegant and priceless mother and flower girl dresses, Eva’s Bridals of Orland Park carries everything you need to make your special day everything you ever dreamed of! Any bride will find the perfect gown at our location with featured wedding designers such as Pronovias, Maggie Sottero, Moonlight, Anjolique, Allure Bridal, Jasmine, Private Label by G, Jim Hjelm, Mori Lee, and Demetrios. You’ll find gorgeous bridesmaids dresses by Belsoie, Bill Levkoff, Val Stefani, Jordan, Eden, and Watters

and Watters. Our collection of adorable flower girls dresses includes designs by Sweetheart, US Angels, and many more. We even carry a remarkable collection of special occasion gowns by Jovani & Terani Couture. The combination of our friendly and considerate consultants with our original and classic fashion designs make it easy for Eva’s Bridals of Orland Park to please every member of a bridal party in any size or shape. In order to cater to your every need we are available seven days a week by appointment and we also have in store alterations ready to serve your every need. Voted Best Bridal Store in the Southland area for six consecutive years, it is impossible for us not to take care of you! You have found the love of your life, let The Original Eva’s Bridals of Orland Park located at 14428 John Humphrey Drive do the rest!

modest budget,” explains events coordinator Bridget Provost. “With our wedding ceremonies priced at $250 an hour and our clubhouse and auditorium available to hire from $100 an hour there is no need to remortgage your home or miss out on that new car.” With such competitive prices it is no wonder that Lake Katherine also proves to be a popular venue for birthday and holiday parties, anniversaries, bridal and baby showers and other special occasions. Lastly, while some venues insist on certain suppliers or their own in-house caterers Lake Katherine gives you complete freedom to book anyone you want. “We want our newly-weds to have a highly personal and special experience,” adds Bridget. “We want you to walk away feeling your wedding was unique and magical.” For more information visit www. lakekatherine.org<http://www. lakekatherine.org/> or call 708361-1873.

A Special & Unique Setting for your Next Event . . .

Lake Katherine’s Clubhouse, Auditorium, beautiful gardens and park grounds are available for: i Wedding Ceremonies & Receptions i Bridal & Baby Showers i Family Reunions & Parties . . . and more!

Rent the Festival Grounds for an outdoor event and get $500 off! *Coupon must be presented at contract signing. Coupon expires 6/30/15. LKR2015

7402 W. Lake Katherine Dr. • Palos Heights, IL 60463 • 708-361-1873 • www.lakekatherine.org

Chicago Gaelic Park The Premiere Wedding Venue of the South Suburbs $300 Off any special order gown $100 Off Alteration $100 Off any Veil or Headpiece Also stock gowns $399 to $599

Presents

“The Bridal Boutique” Join Us On

Sunday February 15, 2015 For a day of shopping at our

“Bridal Boutique” Featuring 50 of our Top-Rated Vendors Complimentary Hors d’oeuvres And 45 Great Giveaways! 12:00-3:00pm Admission $5.00 at the door With a Fashion Show Featuring

“David’s Bridal” Chicago Gaelic Park is located at 6119 W. 147th Street – Oak Forest, Il. 60452 (708) 687-9323 / www.chicagogaelicpark.org ~Appointment Requested~ *Restrictions apply *This location only *Not applicable to previous sales

Sports S

The Regional News - The Reporter

Ken Karrson, Sports Editor

outhwest

sports@regionalpublishing.com

Thursday, January 22, 2015 Section 2 Page 1

Welcoming mat Shepard’s Tarver making strides as first-year female wrestler By Bob Roubik T-shirts are often used by athletes to convey messages that tout their sport's inherent challenges. A popular one among cross-country runners, for example, is "Our sport is your sport's punishment." Wrestlers, meanwhile, have often favored shirts stating that getting on the mat to grapple is "What men do during boys' basketball season." Savanna Tarver is neither man nor boy, but she's qualified to wear the latter garb. The Shepard junior has gone where relatively few girls before her have: into the world of high school wrestling. What makes Tarver's situation unique is that she has gotten a chance to actually compete. In many instances when girls have tried out for wrestling, their list of opponents is virtually nonexistent because the other team takes a forfeit in that weight class. Photo by Jeff Vorva Stagg’s Joe Zaremba dribbles between Sandburg’s Niko Kogionis (left) and Sean McShane during Friday night’s SouthWest Males are reluctant to engage Suburban Conference Blue game in Palos Hills. Zaremba’s defense on the sharpshooting Kogionis was one of the factors that females in what they deem a no-win proposition — beat the lifted the Chargers to a 52-42 victory. girl and there is no credit forthcoming because that's the way it's supposed to be; lose to her and bear the brunt of negative reactions from other males. A Hillcrest wrestler set himself up for the latter recently when he was pinned by Tarver didn’t hesitate, they didn’t press in a 126-pound match. But be— they didn’t look like sopho- fore anyone chastises the young mores.” man too harshly, a brief explaBy Ken Karrson less dangerous to an opponent’s Goral was the difference,” Daniels Kogionis, who fouled out in nation is required. well-being. Certainly, that was the said. “Jeff’s sort of a ‘tweener — that final stanza and wound up While Tarver had never wres Jeff Goral will never be mis- case in the District 230 rivals’ first he can post up or shoot the 3. So with only six points, wasn’t able tled prior to this season, she taken for Max Strus — well, ex- matchup of the 2014-15 season if a smaller guy is on him he’ll to offer an effective counter for the is no novice in regard to that cept for chunks of Friday night’s as the senior forward assaulted post up; if it’s a bigger guy he’ll Eagles (6-9, 2-3) thanks to some sort of hand-to-hand physicality. SouthWest Suburban Conference Sandburg with 26 points, 19 of set up outside. solid defense by the Chargers’ Joe More than a decade's worth Blue clash between Stagg and those coming before halftime. “I was interested to see how Zaremba. Tommy Demogerontas of Tae Kwon Do experience Sandburg. With Goral leading the way Todd was going to defend him, (13 points, five rebounds) and Pe- certainly make her a worthy Strus, the area player of the and Eagles sharpshooter Niko so we ran a couple sets for him ter Paxinos (11 points) picked up foe, and Tarver has also done year last season, was the Char- Kogionis dealing with foul trou- [early]. We put in a couple plays some of the slack, but Sandburg mixed martial arts training for gers’ unquestioned go-to man ble — in part from having to we ran for Max [a year ago].” couldn't catch up to Stagg again the past year. She decided to whenever they needed some- guard Goral — Stagg registered Even with Goral’s heroics fac- once Contant broke the last tie try out for Shepard's wrestling thing big to happen. Seeing as a 52-42 victory in Palos Hills. tored in, the Chargers (7-11, 2-3) with a 3-pointer. how coach John Daniels called “I think that really kind of led only 23-17 after 16 minutes. The Eagles missed an open 3 Strus the best basketball player got them going and gave them And at the end of the third period that would have knotted the score Stagg’s ever had and the team confidence,” Allen said, referring the score was knotted at 28. once more and then the Charenjoyed its finest campaign in to Goral’s first-half barrage that With Goral having cooled down gers slammed the door on them program history in 2013-14, it included five 3-point baskets. “He after halftime, Stagg needed oth- at the charity stripe, where they was reasonable to assume no made some really tough shots — er pick-me-up sources. Enter went 11-of-12 in the fourth periathlete was immediately going his first 3 was off-balance with a sophomores John Contant (nine od. Stagg canned all but one of to step in and give the Chargers guy hanging on his left arm — points) and Josh Strama (12), who its 17 free throws and outscored everything Strus did. and he did a nice job for them.” combined for 13 fourth-quarter Sandburg from there by seven. But one would have a difficult Allen got no argument from markers. The Eagles connected on only time convincing Eagles coach his coaching counterpart. “They looked like they belonged (Continued on page 3) Todd Allen that Goral was any “It was a good game, [but] Jeff on the floor,” Daniels said. “They

Undergoing Goral-ysis Eagles have no answer for Chargers’ senior in loss

Tarver squad because her MMA trainers advised her to do so, saying it would improve her ground game in that sport. "Stand-up for me comes naturally," Tarver said, referring to one of the styles employed in MMA bouts. "MMA and the challenge are the biggest reasons I wanted to wrestle." While Tarver has been welcomed to the Astros, nobody was quite sure what to expect at first. Shepard coach Scott Richardson had never before coached a female wrestler. "Wrestling's been my life, but this is a unique situation — [Tarver] is awesome," he said. "I have two daughters [and] they'll never wrestle. [In] 24 years of coaching [I] didn't want it, but she has to wrestle for me next year. It's worked out awesome." Due to his unfamiliarity with coaching females Richardson wasn't initially excited about Tarver's arrival. Once he discovered she was serious, however, and saw her approach Richardson became a convert. The biggest difference in coaching the two sexes, in his opinion, is in the area of motivation. Richardson credits assistant coach Murphy Mahalik with offering help in that regard. "With boys you say certain things [like], 'Be tough — you know, just be physical out there,'" Richardson said. "Coach (Continued on page 5)

Sandburg wrestlers fall to No. 4 Clovis By Anthony Nasella Regardless of the success Sandburg's wrestling team has realized this season, one fact can’t be denied: The Eagles don’t skirt quality competition. Having already gone against No. 1-ranked Oak Park-River Forest after Christmas, Sandburg faced another national powerhouse in Clovis (Calif.) High School at Saturday’s Sandburg Duals. The No. 4 program in the nation according to the InterMat website, Clovis defeated the Eagles 43-13 but was exposed to a number of hard-fought individual battles. Sandburg then bounced back with wins against its final two opponents. Clovis — which beat No. 19 Montini and No. 31 Marmion Academy on Friday — lost its next match on Saturday to top ranked Oak Park. The Eagles (21-3) registered wins in four weight classes opposite Clovis. Undefeated 132-pounder Rudy Yates claimed a 13-3 major decision and also triumphing via decisions

were Kevin Stearns (120), Louis Hayes (106) and Patrick Brucki (182). In addition, four other Sand-

burg wrestlers lost by five points or less. That showing should give the Ea-

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Rudy Yates recorded three wins at Saturday’s Sandburg Duals, including a 13-3 victory against Dylan Martinez of No. 4-ranked Clovis (Calif.) in a 126-pound match. Yates, one of four Eagles to defeat a Clovis foe, is 30-0 this season.

gles and coach Eric Siebert plenty of confidence going forward. Sandburg had no difficulty registering wins over South Elgin (64-9) and No. 7 state-ranked Hononegah (51-10) in its last two matches. Hononegah wasn't at full strength and the Eagles quickly took advantage of that situation. Yates, Stearns and Hayes were all unbeaten in three matches at the event. At The Clash in Rochester, Minn. — which is where Sandburg lost to Oak Park — the Eagles finished second in another well-regarded field. And right before the Sandburg Duals the Eagles competed against the state’s No. 8-ranked team, Lockport. Ranked No. 3 itself in Illinois Matmen.com's Class 3A ranking, Sandburg demonstrated why as it slipped past the Porters 35-29 on Friday. Hayes, Stearns, Matt Frostman (285), Yates and Joe Pacetti (170) were the Eagles' top performers in the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue clash, (Continued on page 4)

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Dunk you very much Evergreen Park alumnus Brian Townsend slams home a shot for Moraine Valley College’s men’s team Thursday night against the College of Lake County. The Cyclones won the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference game 60-53 in Palos Hills. Story on Page 4.

2 Section 2

Thursday, January 22, 2015

The Regional News - The Reporter

BARTOSH Life’s not always a beach for Frisbee crowd From June 23, 2005 Like any other Ivy League school, Brown University can give your college-aged offspring a fine education. Unlike those others, though, that student has the option to major in Frisbee and not be laughed at by anyone, as long as he doesn’t step foot off campus. In truth, I don’t know whether or not Brown actually offers Frisbee-playing as a credit-earning endeavor, but let’s give credit where credit is due, even when it’s not in the classroom. Brown University has suddenly become one of the nation’s Ultimate Frisbee hotbeds. For those of you who think tossing a Frisbee is solely the domain of chemically enhanced, beach-bum types, surprise! Nowadays, the chemically enhanced, beach-bum types have company. Ultimate Frisbee has become such a big deal on the college scene that its participants have formed a players’ association, which works exactly like other, well-known players’ associations except that no legal representation or money is involved. The sport also conducts a postseason tournament that officially decides a champion and no one will ever confuse with March Madness. Given Frisbee’s longtime connection with the party-going segment of college students, I suppose the tourney could be dubbed “Reefer Madness,” but universities tend to frown upon linking one of their endeavors with an acknowledged vice unless the product is beer. Of course, school administrators really don’t have the right to voice much opinion one way or the other, seeing as how the financial support Frisbee

teams receive from universities is minimal. Thus, fund-raising becomes paramount, and it’s not at all unusual for players to pay their own way to road games. Try envisioning Matt Leinart or Reggie Bush doing the same. Even Stephen King’s imagination isn’t that vivid. So you’ve got to give Frisbee competitors an “A” for determination. They have to be pretty dedicated to continually put effort into an activity which, at those rare times it’s not being completely ignored, enjoys its greatest popularity when humans throw and dogs catch. (If the dogs ever master the tossing end of the operation, humans will be out of luck.) But the question remains: Should Frisbee really be considered a sport? A former soccer player at Brown claimed he’s more tired out after a Frisbee practice than he ever was following a session with the soccer squad, which certainly doesn’t reflect well upon the latter. Then again, this is a young man who wants to major in something called “contemplative studies” — translated to lay terms, that means “I’d rather contemplate than study” — so accept his declaration at your own risk. The concept of Ultimate Frisbee is really pretty simple. It borrows strategy from several sports, but its action most closely mirrors that of football. Just like a pigskin, the disc must be transported into an end zone, but only via throws and catches. No advancement can be made by running; once a player makes a reception, he must then throw to a teammate. If the Frisbee hits the ground at any point, it counts as a turnover. That’s it. Obviously, there’s

an opponent trying to interfere with a team’s forward progress and keep things remotely interesting for spectators, but we’re not talking Olympic-style complexity here. Come to think of it, considering the recent spate of quasi-sports that have infiltrated the world’s grandest athletic stage, Ultimate Frisbee might have “Olympics” written all over it. In some ways, I suppose Ultimate Frisbee should be warmly welcomed onto the country’s sporting landscape. The biggest plus is that it fully embraces the spirit of competition without carrying crass commercialism along for the ride. It’s unquestionably one of the last bastions of pure amateurism found on college campuses, a place where fun hasn’t been totally legislated out of the equation. My goodness, the games themselves are officiated by the participants. For those who rue the big-business feel that infests higher-profile intercollegiate sports these days, Ultimate Frisbee restores a degree of innocence. And the fact that it’s being played at a growing number of institutions means its popularity is on the rise, at least among those who long to take part in the sport. Whether that ever translates into mainstream fan acceptance is left to mere conjecture at this point. But nothing spurs appeal like accessibility, and not just to the Ultimate Frisbee competitors themselves. Unlike many other sports, Frisbee has a built-in allure of sorts because it seems like something almost anybody could play. Some may disagree with that assessment, but supporting evidence is not hard to find. I mean, if stoners and bowsers are adept at it, how tough can it really be?

Too late to matter

Knights can’t climb out of hole at Luther North By Ken Karrson Chicago Christian was definitely better in the late going Saturday night, but the improved performance came too late to save the Knights at Luther North. Christian had a 15-point second-half hole to climb out of, and while it made a spirited run at the Wildcats the rally rated as merely cosmetic after Luther North hung on for a 71-67 nonconference triumph in Chicago. The Knights’ former mate in the now-disbanded Private School League isn’t the pushover it was in the last days of that conference’s existence. Buoyed by the presence of all-state player Chris Jenkins, the Wildcats have drawn increased attention as a respectable small-school program within the Chicagoland area. But with more than a week to prepare for Luther North, Christian’s chances of knocking off its hosts appeared strong. What Knights coach Kevin Pittman hadn’t figured on, however, was a nightmarish first-period sequence that placed his team in chase mode for the remainder of the game. On four straight possessions a Christian turnover resulted in a Wildcats layup and Luther North closed the stanza on a 12-2 run, with Trevor Wolterink’s putback the only interruption along the way. That put the home team ahead 20-10 and the 10-point margin stayed intact at halftime. “We had prepared for their pressure [defense], but you wouldn’t know it by watching us,” said Pittman, who burned two timeouts in an attempt to halt the first-quarter bleeding. “We were completely befuddled. “I can’t put my finger on why [we faltered], but there was a lack of concentration and lack of execution. We were not being real smart.” In truth, one likely cause of the Knights' early struggles was the absence of guard Daylon Washington,

who sat out the opening half for non-basketball reasons. He came back to tally 15 points over the last 16 minutes, but Pittman admitted being without Washington “affected rotations and the pressure we could put on.” And before things got better they actually grew worse as a banked-in 3-pointer stretched the Wildcats’ lead to 13 early in the third quarter. That was still the differential with less than two minutes to play, but a Wolterink putback finally signaled the beginning of a Christian push. Jay Spencer sandwiched a 3-ball between a pair of Luther North turnovers and then the Wildcats were charged with a technical while committing a personal foul. Washington missed his two free throws, but Wolterink (20 points) converted the two awarded from the technical and suddenly the gap was narrowed to 68-62. It was reduced further by Washington’s three-point play, which brought the Knights (7-9) within three with 20 seconds to go. Pittman thought Jenkins slipped and should have been whistled for traveling on Luther North’s ensuing possession, but Christian was charged with a foul instead. A Jenkins charity toss put the Knights four points in arrears, and when Christian misfired on its next trip down the floor its upset bid was quashed. “I think if that game goes another four minutes, we win it,” Pittman said. “I was happy with the way we played in the fourth quarter — I’m hoping it was one of those ‘aha’ moments when we realize we have to play this way all the time. “We said [to the players], ‘What in the world took you so long to get fed up with the way you were playing? I know you can play that way [we did at the end] and you know it too.’ “It seemed like we didn’t have any ambition to play that way until the score got downright embarrassing, but you can’t pick and

choose when you’re going to play with a sense of urgency. We’re not good enough to just roll the ball out there [and succeed].” The Knights out-rebounded the Wildcats 31-24 overall and 14-4 on the offensive glass, but Luther North took advantage of Christian’s 17 turnovers well enough to net 20 points off them. The Knights were unable to capitalize as fully on the Wildcats’ 19 miscues. “We won a few battles but lost the war,” Pittman said. Spencer gave Christian a third double-digit scorer with 11 points to go along with eight rebounds, three blocks and two steals. Frank Johnson tossed in nine points for the Knights, who hit 25-of-66 field-goal tries and went 11-of-19 at the line. Luther North bettered Christian’s free-throw effort by sinking 16 of them and the former also sizzled with its other shooting as it posted a 60 percent accuracy rate from the floor. The Knights squared off with Shepard, a team they beat by double digits at Romeville’s Christmas tournament, this past Tuesday and meet Wheaton Academy on Friday. Pittman is hoping that returning to a more normal schedule will benefit Christian. “What a goofy week it was [last week],” he said. “I think the rest did us some good, but it was real hard to keep the kids focused for 10 practices in a row without a game. There was nothing to really hold over them and we kind of got tired going over the same things every day.”

Statistics Chicago Christian 10 14 17 26 - 67 Luther North 20 14 21 16 - 71 Chicago Christian Scoring: Wolterink 20, Washington 15, Spencer 11, Johnson 9, Decker 5, Fitzpatrick 3, Parker 3, Decker 1. Rebounds: Fitzpatrick 9, Spencer 8, Decker 5. Assists: Fitzpatrick 4. Steals: Decker 2, Johnson 2, Spencer 2. Blocks: Spencer 3.

The LATCH system makes it easier to be sure your child’s car seat is installed correctly every time. Just clip it to the lower anchors, attach the top tether, and pull the straps tight. To ﬁnd out more, visit safercar.gov.

File photo by Jeff Vorva

Richards’ girls basketball team is hoping for a recovery after a 6-8 start.

Girls’ basketball roundup

Bulldogs still finding their way By Anthony Nasella When viewing his current batch of players and determining how each fits in, Richards coach Jeff Kortz likes to use an elementary analogy. “I think there are some square pegs on this team that need to fit into some circular holes,” said Kortz in assessing his 6-8 squad, which dropped a pair of South Suburban Conference crossover contests last week. “We’re just trying to take things day by day and improve our fundamentals.” Those fundamentals were a little hit-and-miss at times in Tuesday’s 42-35 loss to Lemont and far more miss on Thursday when Oak Forest doled out a 6336 defeat. Richards started out slowly and was down by seven at each of the first two quarter stops versus the Indians. However, the gap was narrowed to one (27-26) after 24 minutes and the Bulldogs were still within 37-33 seven minutes later before Lemont nailed down its triumph with a 7-of-9 display at the foul line down the stretch. “Lemont had a good shooter hit us for 10 in the first quarter,” Kortz said. “We battled back a little and then had them on the ropes a little with some pressure. We got tired in spots and had some foul trouble to play around, [but] for the most part the bench came in and gave us a lift. “[The Indians] made big free throws down the stretch, which is the mark of a very well-coached team. We had some chances and didn’t take advantage of them.” Sydni Tears led Richards with 13 points and three assists but was the lone Bulldog to score in double digits. Takesha Powell had six points, six assists and six rebounds while Kennedy Brister finished with four points and three boards. Oak Forest shoved Richards into a bigger hole early in Thursday's encounter and Richards never recovered. It trailed by 14 after

one period, by 22 at halftime and by 27 entering the final stanza. “They trapped us a little early and we didn’t respond the way I had hoped,” Kortz said. “They hit a 3 at the buzzer to cap off a bad half [for us]. I thought we played hard throughout, [but] we had 24 turnovers — that falls on my shoulders. We can’t turn the ball over that many times and expect to win. “We got beat up a little in the post. Oak Forest was much bigger physically than us, but Halee Barker, Andy Sonichsen, Briana Kuchenny and Dominique Miller fought hard all night.” Tears finished with 21 points and four rebounds for the Bulldogs but again flew solo for the most part on offense. Barker (seven points, four rebounds) and Powell (five assists) were the other notables. “We’re in the process of trying to fit some parts together to be a better team,” Kortz said. “There have been times we do things well and there’s times where we just don’t. "You watch a game live and then you watch the film and see five straight possessions where we played solid. Then just one player turns their head for just a second and our opponent converts a layup. It’s the hardest thing to see. "We missed 10 layups, contested and uncontested, in the Oak Forest game. Even if we made five of those, we’d be that much closer." Kortz said confidence is the key to improvement. “We all don’t play at the same time with confidence and that’s something we have to keep working at," he said. "It’s been a rough stretch of games for us where our confidence has been challenged a bit. Our JV team recently played a good game, so hopefully some of that will transfer over to the varsity." STAGG The Chargers dropped a pair of SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue contests last week: 55-44 to

Sandburg on Tuesday and 48-46 to Joliet Central on Thursday. The Eagles wasted no time in blitzing Stagg as they piled up 16 of the game's first 18 points. The Chargers actually got the better of Sandburg in each of the last three quarters but couldn't make up enough ground to change their fortunes. “The game plan went out the window early on when we fell behind,” Stagg coach Bill Turner said. “We had to change up defensively what we wanted to do. Two free throws were the only points we could muster.” Alex Abed (19 points, four rebounds) and Mia DiGiacomo (16 points. 11 rebounds, three blocks) were the Chargers' leaders. Junior guards Erin O'Leary (six rebounds, four assists) and Noor Elmosa (seven rebounds, four steals) also made significant contributions. “Sandburg does a very nice job executing their motion offense,” Turner said. “They are patient, disciplined and take good shots. Getting off to a slow start against a team like that [is tough because] they are difficult to come back on. “You can usually throw out the records when these two teams compete and the girls are looking forward to a rematch next month.” Turner summed up his level of disappointment about Stagg's heartbreaking loss to the Steelwomen candidly. “A two-point loss on the road really hurt, especially during a season where wins are hard to come by,” he said. “We probably played one of our best, and also one of our worst, halves of the season in this game.” Thanks to good perimeter shooting the Chargers got up 19-9 in the first period. Abed (14 points, four steals, three assists), Elmosa (12 points, seven steals) and Katie Dwyer all connected from behind the arc in the early going for Stagg (4-15, 0-6). (Continued on page 5)

Doing more with less Hawkins-less RedHawks knock off Carmel By Ken Karrson One of two things happens when a team is forced to function without its statistical leader: It recoils or it rallies. Marist chose the latter option Friday night in Mount Greenwood and Carmel paid the price. The Corsairs might have thought they caught a break when RedHawks coach Gene Nolan chose to sit Chamar Hawkins, Marist's top scorer and rebounder, for what was simply termed a “coach’s decision.” But Jeremiah Ferguson did a pretty fair Hawkins imitation by producing teambest numbers in points, rebounds and assists. And he wasn’t alone, particularly when it came to crashing the boards. Two players called up from the sophomore team, sophomore Justin Brown and freshman David Daniels, gathered in a baker’s dozen worth of rebounds between them and the RedHawks finished with 49 in all, 19 more than Carmel collected. As a result Marist downed the Corsairs 68-51 to stay perfect in East Suburban Catholic Conference play. The RedHawks (15-4, 3-0) entered the current week tied for first place with Notre Dame and St. Viator. “It’s going to be a wide-open race,” Nolan said. “Some of the star power, names people recognize, have graduated but teams are still well-coached.” And in Marist’s case deeper than expected personnel-wise. While Ferguson (26 points, nine rebounds, five assists) was the obvious ringleader, the RedHawks rode the contributions of several others to an 18-6 first-quarter run

that wiped out an early Carmel lead and put the hosts in front to stay. A three-point play by Kevin Lerma (eight points, eight rebounds) and Brian Barry’s 3-point basket keyed the surge, which was also aided by a Malik Parker field goal and six offensive rebounds. Marist hauled in a total of 18 offensive boards during the evening. Nolan credited the RedHawks’ impressive work on the glass to their ability to contain the Corsairs’ guards on a fairly steady basis. “Our kids did a great job of keeping their guards in front of us and limiting the number of times we rotated to help [defensively],” he said. “The more you have to rotate, the more you weaken your rebounding, [but] our kids' effort was great throughout the game.” Carmel closed to within five near the end of the opening half, but Bradley Hill’s 3-pointer — his only bucket of the contest — restored an eight-point advantage for Marist and, in Nolan’s view, regained some momentum for the home team. The RedHawks also struck the first two blows when play resumed after intermission and the Corsairs’ deficit never went below nine after that. Carmel’s CJ Duff and Shareif Belsar-Bailey combined for 31 points, but the visitors clicked on only 32 percent of their shots. Marist, which also received double-digit scoring from Parker (10 points), made good on 46 percent of its field-goal tries. In addition to having an edge in both shooting accuracy and rebounding, the RedHawks also bettered the Corsairs at the foul line by hitting more free throws

(22) than Carmel attempted (18). Marist was in the double bonus for all of the second and fourth periods. Nolan, though, would like to see a better success rate than the 60 percent posted by the RedHawks. “It’s not exciting and not on a highlight reel, so [a lot of] kids think it’s something they don’t need to practice as much as other things,” said Nolan, who shot over 90 percent at the stripe in his junior season at Marist. “But it wins games at the end more than anything else.” One thing definitely pleasing the coach was the debut performances of youngsters Brown and Daniels. While he didn’t hesitate to praise the duo for their rapid assimilation, Nolan said they weren’t the only ones who deserved credit. “I thought our team did a great job in welcoming them and really made them feel comfortable and a part of it,” he said. “There was not a hint [of negativity] from any of our kids. That’s great senior leadership.” The RedHawks tangled with neighborhood rival Brother Rice this past Tuesday and they return to ESCC action on Friday when they meet up with Nazareth Academy in LaGrange.

Statistics Carmel Marist

11 17 13 10 - 51 18 18 19 13 - 68

Marist Scoring: Ferguson 26, Parker 10, Lerma 8, Commander 7, Barry 5, Brown 4, Hill 3, Weaver 3, Daniels 2. Rebounds: Ferguson 9, Brown 8, Lerma 8. Assists: Ferguson 5, Barry 4. Steals: Commander 3.

The Regional News - The Reporter

Thursday, January 22, 2015 Section 2

Unpleasant under glass

Chargers

(Continued from page 1)

Astros still dealing with rebounding deficiencies By Ken Karrson Call it a pain on the glass for Shepard. There are a few areas in which the Astros could stand improvement, according to coach Tony Chiuccariello. Foremost among them is rebounding. Board work hasn’t been work well done too often this season, a fact vividly illustrated again on Friday when host TF North out-rebounded Shepard by 17 and included 18 offensive boards among its output. Coupled with a 2-to-1 differential in turnovers that favored the Meteors, the unpleasantness under the glass saddled the Astros with a 65-39 defeat in the South Suburban Conference crossover game. Before traveling to Calumet City, Shepard hosted TF North’s District 215 sister school on Tuesday and endured similar misery as TF South scored a 55-41 win. “Offensively, we’re struggling,” Chiuccariello said. “The three biggest problems are rebounding, turnovers and shooting percentage — No. 1 is rebounding. “We’ve got some kids who are just working hard trying to improve, but they’re getting discouraged. We’re trying to get them to persevere and keep going at it. We’ve just got to break through.” Particularly frustrating to Chiuccariello is that some decent defensive efforts have been wasted. Neither TF North nor TF South was able to raise its field-goal percentage above 35, but each used rebounding superiority to garner extra shots — the Meteors were especially fortunate in that regard as they launched a total of 66, 24 more than the Astros (3-13, 0-7). “There are little things we have to work on to make sure we close out on the shooter, [but] for the most part we’re doing a pretty decent job defensively,” Chiuccariello said. “That [rebounding] differential is something we have to reduce. “We’ve been trying to do

drills that emphasize boxing out more and competitive drills where teams get a point for an offensive rebound. That makes the defense more determined to stop it. You teach it, you drill it and hopefully you get into good habits and carry that over into competition.” Keeping Shepard from getting completely destroyed on the boards is senior Kyle Longfield, who has grabbed a double-digit number of rebounds in five of the Astros’ last seven games. He collected 16 versus TF North to go along with 17 points on 6-of-8 shooting, three blocks and two steals. “If this was a win, you’d be nominating him for player of the week,” Chiuccariello said. “When you lose 65-39, you tell him, ‘Nice game,’ and that’s it. “He’s a really solid kid, a good captain with a 4.0 GPA and 26 ACT [score]. Kyle has done a good job battling on the boards. We just need a good second rebounder.” Shepard also needed good third, fourth and fifth scorers behind Longfield and Kenny Gorski (11 points) on Friday. Seven other Astros tallied, but none had more than two points. The visitors sank only 31 percent of their shots and missed nine free throws. Any hopes Shepard had of hanging with the Meteors a while were dashed in the second period as TF North went on a 19-3 tear to construct a 22-point halftime edge. Eleven of the Astros’ 30 miscues happened during that eight-minute stretch. “Our biggest problem was handling the pressure and getting open after TF North scored,” Chiuccariello said. *** The story wasn’t much different on Tuesday, although TF South never torched Shepard with a lopsided run. Instead, the Rebels systematically expanded their 11-8 first-quarter lead by outscoring the Astros in each ensuing stanza.

Buzzer-beating 3-pointers at the conclusion of both first-half periods took a bit of a psychological toll on Shepard, which was nine points in arrears at intermission. The Astros did have three double-figure men — Kenjrick Watson (14 points), Longfield (11 points, seven rebounds) and Kyrun Heard (10 points, two assists) — but things were noticeably dry beyond that threesome as only two of the remaining eight players who logged minutes put an entry in the scoring column. Zack Haxel did give Longfield some rebounding help with six boards, but TF South still dominated in that category by a 3920 count. Twenty of the Rebels’ rebounds came on the offensive side, which allowed them to renPhotos by Jeff Vorva der their 35 percent shooting and Stagg’s Jeff Goral shoots over Sandburg’s Niko Kogionis Friday 17 turnovers rather meaningless. night in Palos Hills. Goral scored a career-high 26 points to help Shepard got no closer than 10 the Chargers collect a win. points in the second half. Consecutive stops while the score was 50-40 gave the Astros three chances to reduce their deficit to single digits, but the hosts could never capitalize. Shepard received an opportunity to avenge a Christmas-tournament loss to Palos Heights neighbor Chicago Christian this past Tuesday. The Astros begin SSC Red play Friday against Evergreen Park, which also took a goose egg in conference crossover contests.

Statistics TF South Shepard

11 14 12 18 - 55 8 8 11 14 - 41

Shepard Scoring: Watson 14, Longfield 11, Heard 10, Gorski 3, Haxel 3. Rebounds: Longfield 7, Haxel 6. Assists: Heard 2. Shepard TF North

16 3 10 10 - 39 22 19 12 12 - 65

Spartans gain much-needed win, then fall to TF South By Ken Karrson Sometimes one win is all a team needs to get on track. And sometimes once is simply not enough. Just when Oak Lawn appeared to have made a long-awaited breakthrough in South Suburban Conference crossover play last Tuesday, the bottom dropped out again. Having followed up a 52-42 victory over Bremen with what coach Jason Rhodes described as a “very spirited practice” the next day, the Spartans certainly had a little momentum built up for Friday’s clash with TF South, but success could not be duplicated. Instead, the Rebels erupted for 34 first-half points while holding Oak Lawn to 13 and went on to capture a 62-41 triumph in Lansing. “I wasn’t real happy with our approach,” Rhodes said. “I don’t know what to attribute it to. All I know is we didn’t do a very good job.” The Spartans played better after intermission as evidenced by improved shooting and a dramatic reduction in turnovers, but Rhodes admitted “one half’s not going to get it done.” TF South applied a press right away, but Oak Lawn (5-10, 1-5) had little trouble breaking it. So the Rebels called it off and proceeded to hamstring the Spartans in a half-court setting. “We did not handle their aggressiveness in the half-court,” Rhodes said. “We weren’t strong enough with the ball and we didn’t really fix it until the second half.” By that time Oak Lawn was

chasing a deficit too big to erase completely. Leo Nelson tallied 11 points, but no one else reached double figures. The Spartans had just a pair of second-half miscues but were charged with 16 on the evening. That was problematic, but even worse was Oak Lawn’s 30 percent shooting and 32-18 shortage on the glass. The Rebels’ Daseon Taylor had 12 rebounds in less than 20 minutes of court time. “We had to mitigate some of that by playing smart and we didn’t do that,” Rhodes said. *** All those things that went wrong on Friday were nowhere to be found on Tuesday, at least in regard to the Spartans. Bremen was the team that wound up short in a few key statistical categories, including shooting (38 to 47 percent) and rebounding (23-29). “It was a good win,” Rhodes said. “Bremen has had a good season, so it was nice to get this. We won all four quarters for the first time all season. “We were the more aggressive team and did a good job of taking them out of their offense. We mixed things up and they were never able to really get into a rhythm.” Compounding the Braves’ misery was the foul trouble incurred by Chrisean Noble. Forced to sit for extended stretches, Bremen’s top offensive threat was kept scoreless. The Braves drilled 3-pointers at the end of both the second and third quarters, the first of those coming after an Oak Lawn turnover. However, they still entered

the fourth period down by nine and never got closer than five. “We had to move on from both of those quickly,” Rhodes said, referring to Bremen’s long-range buckets. “We haven’t always done that, but mental toughness is a big deal if you want to play in the moment.” Josh Prince had 13 points and seven rebounds to lead the Spartans in both departments. Jim Wiltzius added 10 points while sinking three 3s and Spencer Smith came off the bench to provide 10 points and five boards. “He brought great energy,” Rhodes said of Smith. “He was diving on the floor for loose balls and gave us a big lift.” Oak Lawn also held a large edge in free-throw attempts (24-9) but only hit 12. On this night, though, those misses didn't come back to haunt the Spartans. After meeting Crete-Monee this past Monday in a one-day shootout at Joliet Central, Oak Lawn wraps up the crossover portion of its SSC schedule on Friday at Tinley Park.

Statistics Bremen Oak Lawn

12 11 11 8 - 42 14 15 14 9 - 52

Oak Lawn Scoring: Prince 13, Smith 10, Wiltzius 10, Johnson 7, Alshaikh 4, Nelson 4, Abbasi 2, Cosenza 2. Rebounds: Prince 7, Smith 5. Oak Lawn TF South

7 6 14 14 - 41 20 14 10 18 - 62

Oak Lawn Scoring: Nelson 11, Johnson 7, Abbasi 6, Alshaikh 5, Prince 5, Wiltzius 3, Cosenza 2, Smith 2. Rebounds: Alshaikh 4, Prince 4. Assists: Abbasi 2, Prince 2.

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Paying close attention A College of Lake County defender hounds Moraine Valley College’s Ermias Nega as the latter tries to find room to operate last Thursday in Palos Hills.

33 percent of their field-goal tries and committed two more turnovers than the Chargers, although just two of Sandburg's 11 miscues were in the second half. “Our offensive efficiency was the worst of the season,” Allen said. “We had 60 possessions and 42 points — that’s [us] coming up empty on a lot of possessions. “Both John and I know exactly what the other team is going to do. There are no surprises. When us and Stagg play, it’s always going to come down to execution and who makes shots at the end.” Although Allen felt his guys hadn’t been at their best, that didn’t diminish the victory at all in Daniels’ eyes. “That was real exciting for us and a great win for Stagg,” he said. “It was encouraging and it’s something we can build on. “I like Todd’s team. He’s got some really good kids — I think the world of Niko; I think he’s the best shooter in the area. I think they’re a solid team and better than their record.” Daniels holds the same opinion of his own club and he’s happy to see the Chargers getting better in what he refers to as “the dog days of the season.” “The hardest part of the season is right now,” Daniels said. “This is where coaches earn their money — either you’re getting better or people are getting frustrated and don’t want to go into the gym.” Stagg was slated to be in the gym twice this week for games: Tuesday against Argo and Friday in an SWSC Blue affair versus Joliet Central. On tap for the Eagles were an appearance in the Steelmen’s shootout this past Monday against Plainfield North and a conference encounter with Homewood-Flossmoor on Friday.

Statistics

Shepard Scoring: Longfield 17, Gorski 11, Ashkar 2, Humphrey 2, Ogungbemi 2, Smith 2, Aguilar 1, Haxel 1, Watson 1. Rebounds: Longfield 16. Blocks: Longfield 3. Steals: Longfield 2.

Breakthrough before breakdown

Sandburg Stagg

Sandburg’s Tommy Demogerontas goes high for an attempted alley-oop play, but he was unable to haul in the pass and turn it into points for the Eagles Friday night at Stagg. The Chargers defeated Sandburg 52-42.

11 6 11 14 - 42 10 13 5 24 - 52

Sandburg Scoring: Demogerontas 13, Paxinos 11, Abed 6, Kogionis 6, McShane 4, Razik 2. Rebounds: Demogerontas 5. Steals: Abed 4. Stagg Scoring: Goral 26, Strama 12, Contant 9, Zaremba 3, Worst 2. Rebounds: Stratinsky 8.

Tourney turnaround? Not yet

Mustangs hoping Moline event brings renewal By Ken Karrson Rolling a strike while holding a telephone — it’s an unusual feat but one Pat Flannigan accomplished Sunday during a bowling outing with his players in Moline. What does that have to do with basketball? Nothing really, but Evergreen Park’s coach was hoping it served as an omen for a Mustangs turnaround. Flannigan targeted Evergreen’s appearance in last year’s Moline Tournament as the jumping-off point for a better second half of the 2013-14 season. Sweeping to a tourney championship assuredly helped to foster such a feeling in Flannigan. The Mustangs can’t duplicate that showing this winter, not after dropping decisions to Geneva (6733) and the host Maroons (77-44) on Saturday. Those losses followed setbacks to Hillcrest (84-51) and Bremen (53-50) in a pair of South Suburban Conference crossover games earlier in the week and kept Evergreen (5-13, 0-7) floundering. However, Flannigan still believes spending a few days in Moline around the Martin Luther King holiday will wind up being beneficial to the Mustangs. “We came for the [bonding] experience,” he said. “I like the kids getting a chance to stay in a hotel with their teammates and just hang out together. The kids work very hard and we use [some of] the money they raise through volunteering [to pay for this].” Bowling and laser tag were among the activities away from the court, but it’s on the basketball floor where Evergreen needs to sharpen itself. Both of its tournament losses on Saturday were by substantial margins, although Flannigan felt the opening period against the Vikings was “probably the best first quarter we’ve played.” That stanza ended with the Mustangs behind by one (1716), but the situation soon spiraled out of control. Eight points were the most Evergreen mustered in any of the remaining periods and a 19-5 run by Geneva in the second frame pretty much put it in command the rest of the way. “We did execute [early] without a doubt,” Flannigan said. “[But the Vikings’] entire roster

is big. They walked in [looking] like a college football team — they were impressive. They were loaded and they covered just an enormous amount of space.” Twenty-two turnovers hampered the Mustangs, but what Geneva’s size did even more was disrupt Evergreen’s shooting. The locals hit just 10-of-41 shots, including 2-of-15 from 3-point territory, and they also converted only 61 percent of their free throws (11-of-18). No one reached double figures. Topping the Mustangs was senior Isaac Matthews, who had team-best totals of nine points and six rebounds. He tied Jordan Brown and Tyler Sorbellini for the steals lead as each made two. Evergreen’s roster has undergone recent upheaval as two juniors quit and a sophomore and freshman have been brought up to varsity. Flannigan jokingly said the Mustangs were “in danger of not having a Senior Night next year.” “Normally we have [what is called] a whiteout,” he said. “We’ll have to have a blackout instead because we’ll be in mourning.” In truth, Flannigan said the desire to unearth more scoring was what prompted him to reach down into the lower ranks. But while he’s anxious to learn what his younger guys can do on the bigger stage, he doesn’t want to write off the 2014-15 campaign, particularly with what is anticipated to be a wide-open SSC Red race in front of Evergreen. “It’s a tough call,” Flannigan said. “We have an opportunity to develop some guys, but the senior guys are good kids. I don’t want to take basketball away from them. “We’re just not knocking down shots. I can’t punish them for that.” The same couldn’t be said for Moline, which buried a school-record 11 3s in Saturday’s second contest to quickly run away and hide from the Mustangs. Sorbellini had 11 points for the locals, who shot just 33 percent. *** Evergreen’s nip-and-tuck affair with Bremen wasn’t decided until late. It came down to “some free throws at the end that we didn’t make and they

did,” according to Flannigan. The matchup with Hillcrest wasn’t such a nail-biter as the Hawks piled up at least 20 points in each of the first three quarters. Their 25-8 surge in the third period turned out the lights on the Mustangs for good as the latter slipped behind by 33 after that. “We played Hillcrest tough early, but sooner or later their talent just takes over,” Flannigan said. “They’re loaded and they know what they’ve got to do. Their kids on the second unit came out hungry — if you love basketball, that’s always fun to watch.” Sorbellini paced Evergreen with 15 points and Matthews also played well in a losing cause as he finished with 14 points, eight rebounds, four assists and four steals. A third man reaching double digits in scoring was Dan Smith (11 points). Darren Pritchett excelled defensively with seven blocks. Again, though, the Mustangs struggled with their accuracy (38 percent) and taking care of the ball (27 turnovers). Evergreen concluded its stay in Moline this past Monday with games against Urbana and Marian Catholic. It starts SSC Red play Friday versus Shepard.

Statistics Evergreen Park Hillcrest

14 12 8 17 - 51 20 22 25 17 - 84

Evergreen Park Scoring: Sorbellini 15, Matthews 14, Smith 11, Pritchett 4, Brown 2, Herring 2, Issaka 2, Langston 1. Rebounds: Matthews 8. Assists: Matthews 4, Moran 4. Steals: Matthews 4. Blocks: Pritchett 7. Evergreen Park Geneva

16 5 4 8 - 33 17 19 15 16 - 67

Evergreen Park Scoring: Matthews 9, Pritchett 6, Brown 5, Smith 5, Smyth 3, Sorbellini 3, Langston 2. Rebounds: Matthews 6. Assists: Sorbellini 2. Steals: Brown 2, Matthews 2, Sorbellini 2. Blocks: Pritchett 3. Moline Evergreen Park

21 23 27 6 - 77 4 11 15 14 - 44

Evergreen Park Scoring: Sorbellini 11, Herring 6, Matthews 6, Moran 6, Smith 5, Prtichett 3, Smyth 3, Drynan 2, Issaka 2. Rebounds: Pritchett 6. Assists: Sorbellini 4. Steals: Matthews 3. Blocks: Drynan 1, Pritchett 1.

4 Section 2 Thursday, January 22, 2015 Moraine athletics wrap

The Regional News - The Reporter

Cyclones make league their own in opening week By Maura Vizza Moraine Valley College answered a couple of conference calls last week and neither proved to be a wrong number. The only number that was bothering the Cyclones men’s basketball team before last Tuesday's matchup was the 10 found on the right side of its ledger. Those losses, administered in just 14 games, included a 31-point rout by Olive-Harvey College that ushered in the 2015 portion of Moraine's schedule. But entry into Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference play was exactly what the Cyclones needed to make things right. An 83-73 road victory over Oakton College got Moraine going and it went on to add a 60-53 triumph versus the College of Lake County last Thursday. Leading the Cyclones to their first win was Nick Bal, who dropped in a game-high 31 points and also made a couple steals. Behind Bal Moraine built a lead that reached 20 points at one juncture. Also contributing versus Oakton were Ermias Nega (16 points,

Ostruskevicius and Washington, both of whom matched Nega’s point output. Ostruskevicius also grabbed three boards. *** On Saturday the Cyclones selected their all-decade team as part of a men’s-women’s ISCC doubleheader against Waubonsee College. nine assists, five rebounds, two blocks), Evergreen Park alumnus Brian Townsend (14 points, eight rebounds, three steals), Calviontae Washington (11 points, two assists) and Paul Ostruskevicius (nine points, five rebounds, two assists). Back at home on Thursday the Cyclones continued riding high, although CLC wasn’t vanquished until Moraine survived a rugged opening half. The Cyclones trailed by seven at the break. Sandburg grad Niko Cahue (14 points, 10 rebounds, two steals) and Townsend (10 points, 12 rebounds, two steals) led the charge with their respective double-doubles. Nega was also a stalwart with 10 points, eight assists, six rebounds and three steals. Lending a hand as well were

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL While Oakton proved a remedy for the men, the Cyclones women weren’t as fortunate last Tuesday as they dropped a 62-55 decision in their first ISCC contest of the season. Even though the outcome wasn’t favorable for the team, a few Moraine players put together solid individual performances. That group included Nariman Jaber, who produced her second triple-double by totaling 12 points, 13 rebounds and 10 blocks. Seven of the rejections were delivered in the first half. Scoring help for Jaber came from Sandburg alumnus Rachel Ruzevich and Shavonne Lewis, who had 11 and 10 points, respectively. The Cyclones were finally able to snap a four-game losing streak

by crushing the College of Lake County 94-48 on Thursday. Moraine’s win was only its second in the last six weeks. An 11-1 break from the gate gave the Cyclones immediate momentum and they never wavered. Moraine sailed into halftime with a 20-point cushion and then racked up 52 more points over the final 20 minutes while holding CLC below 30. The Ruzevich-Jaber-Lewis triumvirate again spearheaded the Cyclones’ attack. Ruzevich finished with a game-high 20 points and five steals, Jaber supplied a double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds in only 24 minutes of action and Lewis netted 18 points on 8-of12 shooting while also making Photo by Jeff Vorva six steals and dishing out four Moraine Valley College’s Shavonne Lewis brings the ball up assists. the floor against the College of Lake County last Thursday. The Cyclones women snapped a four-game losing streak by crushing WOMEN’S TENNIS their Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference foe 94-48. Cyclones team captain Tricia Poremba recently signed a “She was going back and forth “I am very proud of her for letter of intent to play tennis between a couple different schools signing with a school that fits for Judson University next fall. and offers,” Selvaggio said. “I her academically and athletically. She is the first Nicole Selvag- know she is very excited to con- This is something I work on very gio-coached tennis player to tinue her collegiate tennis career hard with my players. She will continue her athletic career at and we have been working very carry on the Cyclone tennis name hard to find the best fit for her. with dignity.” a four-year school.

SXU sports summary

Cougars meet the challenge Sandburg’s Kevin Stearns defeated Clovis’ Tritian Gilliland 5-3 in a match at Saturday’s Sandburg Duals.

Wrestling

(Continued from page 1)

the latter two by registering technical falls. BOYS' BOWLING Shepard placed third at last Saturday’s Richards Regional at Arena Lanes with 6,040 pins, just eight fewer than the the host Bulldogs. The Astros' finish was high enough to advance them to the sectional round on Saturday. Junior Eric Walters (1,323 pins) rolled the day's fourth-best series to lead Shepard. Also contributing were sophomore Jordan Noftz (1,285), freshman Trevor Lorek (1,238), senior Matt Shaw (1,136) and senior Shane Wright (1,058). Right behind the Astros was Sandburg, which totaled 6,016 pins. The Eagles also qualified for sectional play as a team thanks to assistance from sophomore Brandon Goeringer (1,239), senior Jared Saba (1,134), junior Jack Kolpack (1,085), junior Brett Ruckman (993) and junior Kyle Knight (892). Last Wednesday Sandburg defeated Reavis 2,206-1,827 at El-Mar Bowl as junior Danny Griskell had both the high game (269) and series (493) for the Eagles. Also competing at Richards was Stagg, which didn't extend its season after finishing seventh with 5,427 pins. However, senior Mario Lara (1,131) was able to reach the sectional as an individual. *** Chicago Christian (5,825) also failed to move on to sectionals as an entire team, but Knights bowl-

ers Kyle Starostka (1,249), Patrick McCarthy (1,248) and Tom Hassel (1,159) did so on their own. Senior Starostka was the top at-large qualifier. Chicago Christian concluded its regular season last Monday with a 2,848-2,758 victory over Oak Lawn at Orland Bowl. McCarthy had the Knights' high game (258) and series (670). GIRLS' BOWLING Peyton Carroll paced Stagg with a 158 game and 301 series in the Chargers' 1,463-1,270 loss to Oak Forest at Palos Lanes last Monday. One day later, in Stagg’s 1,634-1,315 setback to Andrew in a Southwest Suburban Conference crossover, Olivia Thomas led the way with a 171 high game. Thomas also provided the Chargers' best single game on Friday with her 181. That helped Stagg defeat Lincoln-Way East 1,352-1,346 in an SWSC Blue encounter. *** Breanna Malak's 190 high game wasn't enough to spare Chicago Christian from a 1,516-1,404 loss to Oak Lawn last Monday at Orland Bowl. Oak Forest (1,185-1,150) and Lemont (1,822-1,120) both pinned South Suburban Conference crossover setbacks on Shepard last week. Tatyanna Taylor (167 high game) paced the Astros in Tuesday's loss to the Bengals while Emily Robinson was their top bowler versus the Indians with her 297 two-game series. BOYS' SWIMMING Sandburg dropped a 104-81 decision to Lincoln-Way East last Thursday.

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Sandburg’s Patrick Brucki won his 182-pound match vs. Clovis’ AJ Nevills 7-5 on Saturday.

For the last few weeks St. Xavier University women’s basketball coach Bob Hallberg has watched his NAIA Division II No. 4-ranked club dismantle overmatched opposition. While enjoying the fact that he could give all of his athletes playing time, Hallberg worried about the Cougars growing too comfortable with those circumstances. When the goal is to challenge for a national championship, the going eventually gets rough. Hallberg hoped Olivet Nazarene would provide the test SXU sorely needed and the Tigers answered the bell Saturday afternoon at the Shannon Center. The Cougars did what was expected as they rang up yet another victory, but that was accomplished only after Olivet pushed hard. In fact, the Tigers were up by seven with 5:31 to play before SXU blitzed them with a closing 28-13 run. That surge enabled the Cougars to bag their sixth consecutive victory, 105-97, in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference contest. That win came on the heels of a Wednesday romp past Indiana University-Northwest (108-73) in which SXU (17-2, 8-0) established a school record for single-game 3-pointers (20), nine of which were deposited by freshman guard Kara Krolicki. Her output equaled a Cougars mark for one game by an individual. “I didn’t even realize she had tied the school record," Hallberg said. "If I had known that, I would have kept her in for another five minutes. When you’re ahead by 40 points with 17 minutes left, you’re not thinking of records. "Kara had an amazing week of basketball. What separates Kara from her peers is she doesn’t resign herself to having an off night if she misses three or four shots; whatever she’s doing she always looks the same. "She’s never nervous and always confident. She keeps shooting the ball no matter what, and that’s what good players do. She doesn’t get caught up in her own game.” Krolicki also loomed large versus Olivet as she tossed in a career-high 31 points, one more than senior guard Suzie Broski, who matched her own career best. Behind that duo SXU surpassed the 100-point plateau as a team for the third straight time — a first for the program — fourth time in five games and sixth time this season. “We had a pretty amazing week,” Hallberg said. “We’ve never had the stretch of games that we’ve had in the past two weeks. And the best part was

we came from behind against Olivet and still scored 100-plus points.” Also contributing for the Cougars in Saturday's win were senior forward Morgan Stuut (16 points, 19 rebounds, seven assists, six steals), sophomore guard Mikayla Leyden (nine points, career-best 10 assists, four steals) and junior center Caitlin McMahon (11 rebounds, game-high four blocks). Junior guard Abbey Hengesbach and freshman guard Kaira Barnes each scored 14 points to lead the Tigers. Broski’s layup culminated a 12-2 run by SXU that gave it a 44-33 lead late in the first half. Neither team had led by more than six prior to that and the rivals were tied at 26 midway through the session. But before halftime arrived Olivet rattled off 11 points in a row to draw even at 50. A three-minute cold spell for the Cougars during the second half wiped out a slim advantage as the Tigers embarked on a 13-2 run to go up 76-70. The lead eventually reached seven, but a Stuut 3-pointer sparked a 7-0 spurt by SXU that created an 84-all deadlock. Three-pointers by Broski and Krolick than enabled the Cougars to put some distance between themselves and Olivet. “It’s always a wild game whenever we play them,” Hallberg said. "It was also a nice game from a spectator's standpoint [with] full-court pressing as well as a lot of turnovers and running. “This was a good game because we have to come from behind sometimes. We can’t always beat teams by 25 to 30 points, [so] we have to show what we’re made of in the final five minutes of a game. To get to the national tournament we have to get used to playing in tight games and keeping our composure, and we did." SXU played Calumet College of St. Joseph this past Wednesday in Whiting, Ind. *** Sixteen of the 20 3s the Cougars sank against IU-Northwest were scored in the opening half on Wednesday, which staked the hosts to an overwhelming 69-42 lead. SXU’s point total was just nine off the school standard for one half, which was set in a 13868 rout of Purdue University Calumet on Nov. 17, 2007. Margaret Wildner’s long ball with 7:08 to go officially set the record for the Cougars, who shot a blistering 57 percent from long distance on the day. Krolicki went 9-of-13 from beyond the arc, part of a 10-of-15 overall showing from the floor that resulted in 29 points. Her nine 3s equaled Angie Brown’s single-game record set on Jan. 23, 2007. Stuut (16 points, 15 rebounds for her 13th double-double, plus five assists and five steals), McMahon (10 points, seven rebounds) and Leyden (10 points, five assists) were other

principal figures for SXU. Hallberg expressed his admiration for Stuut's continued excellence in all phases but particularly on the boards. “The amount of rebounds that Morgan pulls down is really more amazing than the points that she scores,” he said. “It’s hard to excel in that statistic, but Morgan makes it look so effortless. Her commitment on the court speaks for itself.” McMahon’s layup capped an 11-0 Cougars blitz that broke an early tie and SXU used an 18-6 run shortly thereafter to take full control of the proceedings. The Cougars were up by as many as 42 points during the second half. — Anthony Nasella MEN’S BASKETBALL Close shaves were the order of the week for the Cougars. The first of those went SXU’s way as it held off Purdue-North Central 71-67 last Wednesday on the road. Poor shooting in the late going nearly cost the Cougars (12-7, 6-3) as the Panther got within two at the 35-second mark, but a couple Stanley Moore free throws sealed the deal. Moore was poised to play a hero’s role on Saturday as his three-point play in the final seconds of regulation brought SXU into an 88-all tie with Olivet and forced overtime. But in the extra session it was the Tigers stepping forward to claim a 105-97 triumph at the Shannon Center. “It was an exciting game for fans, but the coaches didn’t like it very much,” Cougars boss Tom O’Malley said. “I was very disappointed. “I’ve always thought of myself as a defensive coach, but this has been a trying season. You certainly don’t defend anybody [very well] when you give up 105 points. The last two years I don’t remember ever having that happen.” Olivet went 3-of-4 from the field and 11-of-12 at the line in OT to negate big days by Jack Krieger (26 points) and Moore (23) on SXU’s behalf. Kyle Huppe (15 points on five 3s) and Larry Motuzis (11 points) also played well in a losing cause. Olivet junior swingman Aaron Larson led all scorers with 31 points to go along with a game-best eight rebounds. Austin Davis chipped in 29 points, including five 3-point baskets. The Cougars had trouble cooling off the hot-shooting Tigers, who hit 57 percent of their fieldgoal tries overall and made good on 64 percent of their 3s. SXU compensated for some of that by tallying 22 points off 14 Olivet turnovers, but that wasn’t enough to placate O’Malley. “We just don’t guard people — we don’t have anybody who can guard the ball,” he said. “None of the things we’re teaching are being done. We’ve got to get people more aware of their court presence, where they have to be at certain times, or we’re going to struggle the rest of

the season.” Despite the difficulties the Cougars hung tough the entire way. A jumper by Andre Arrington fueled an 11-4 run that expunged all of a Tigers lead and deadlocked the squads at 22 with 8:35 left in the first half. Olivet was ahead by one (4544) at intermission following a Davis 3-pointer and another long shot by the senior guard a little later staked the visitors to a 56-48 edge. SXU answered with a 13-4 run and went ahead on Daniel Lowe’s 3-pointer. From there the game stayed close until the end. The Cougars traveled to Whiting, Ind., this past Wednesday to meet Calumet College. *** Krieger’s 20 points paced SXU in its win over PNC at the LaPorte (Ind.) Civic Auditorium. Moore added 13 points, seven rebounds and a game-high seven assists for the Cougars, who owned a 21-point advantage (57-36) during the second half. Huppe (11 points, including three 3s) and Arrington (10 points) were other SXU mainstays. The Cougars prevailed despite missing nine of their 17 free-throw attempts. “We [also] missed four or five inside shots,” O’Malley said. “That puts the other team in a position where it feels a lot better about itself. Having a lead [is] when you’re supposed to be patient, but the same types of things seem to happen to us.” The 1-1 week didn’t throw SXU further off the pace in the CCAC South Division, however, as Cardinal Stritch also lost and maintained just a one-game lead over the Cougars. When reminded of that, a still-frustrated O’Malley downplayed the situation. “We’re not in the thick of anything unless we win games [consistently],” he said. — Ken Karrson WOMEN’S SOCCER Carly Bledsoe, a senior goalkeeper at Father Ryan High School in Nashville, Tenn., recently signed a letter of intent to continue her education and athletic career at SXU as a member of the women’s soccer program. In addition to her high school career, Bledsoe has also been a member of the Tennessee Soccer club team. Father Ryan was a 2012 state champion and qualified for the state tournament in each of Bledsoe’s four years. Cougars coach Evan Strehlau believes Bledsoe’s experience playing on very successful high school and club soccer programs will help make her transition to the collegiate game a smooth one. “Carly is going to be a great addition to our team next fall and we are very excited she decided to become a part of the SXU Cougar family,” Strehlau said. “She comes to us with a wealth of high-level playing experience, including winning three club state championships and making it to her high school state tournament all four years of her prep career. “August will definitely be an exciting month seeing Carly and [current SXU keeper] Alex Perry push each other for playing time in goal. Carly is going to only make us better as we look to improve from last year.”

The Regional News - The Reporter

Thursday, January 22, 2015 Section 2

Trinity sports report

Indoor track season gets underway By Amy Strong Winter has been milder than it was a year ago, but the weather still isn’t very conducive to outdoor activities. So Trinity Christian College’s track and field athletes stayed indoors to get their 2015 season underway. Both the men’s and women’s teams competed in the Private College Invitational hosted by Carthage College on Saturday in Kenosha, Wis. The female Trolls were sixth and the men ninth in 12-school fields, but the bigger news was that Emily Dykstra set two Trinity records in her first appearance. Four Trolls, including Dykstra, reached event-qualifying standards established by the National Christian College Athletic Association for its national indoor meet. Dykstra scored 2,290 points and finished third in the pentathlon, one spot ahead of teammate Nicki Jager (2,111 points). The two women were the first Trinity athletes to compete in the event and both met NCCAA-qualifying totals. In addition, Dykstra clocked a school-record time of 9.27 seconds in a 55-meter hurdles prelim race. She ran a 9.50 in the finals, good for sixth place overall. Dykstra was seventh in the triple jump (32 feet, 6½ inches). Cross-country standout Anna Bos won the 5,000-run in a qualifying time of 18:36.64. Fall-season teammates Ashley Jourdan (5:17.16) and Jessica Disselkoen (5:38.63) were second and sixth, respectively, in the mile and then joined Brooke Hamilton and Anna Spotts to give Trinity a fourth in 1,600-relay (4:27.75). Triple-jumper Erin Wessels (fifth with a 33-1/4 leap) was the women’s other points-earner. Top performers for the men included Marcus Devers (first in the 400; NCCAA-qualifying 50.65), Alex Clark (fourth in the mile; 4:34.81), Michael Potter (fifth in the mile; 4:38.14) and Cody Velthuizen (sixth in the 3,000; 9:40.16). All four also participated in the 1,600-relay. Devers joined Chris Paepke, Jason Nagelkirk and Craig VanderGalien to finish seventh (3:38.96) while Clark, Potter and Velthuizen partnered with Andy Boss to clock a 3:46.36, which gave them the No. 8 position. Trinity’s next meet will be at Indiana Wesleyan University on Jan. 31.

Trinity trailed by just two with five minutes remaining, but the Saints used some offensive rebounds to prolong possessions and were able to ward off the Trolls’ comeback bid. Trinity outshot USF (51 percent to 47) in a losing effort. Trey Johnson totaled 21 points and eight rebounds to pace the Trolls. Jones (18 points, five assists), Rhorer (18 points), Halcomb (seven points, seven rebounds) and Ryan Tubbs (six assists) were other principal figures. *** Prior to those defeats, Trinity came up short against Purdue-North Central (64-52), St. Xavier University (77-62) and Calumet College of St. Joseph (8176) in other January encounters. A 21-point first half pretty much spelled doom for the Trolls versus the Panthers. Trinity committed five turnovers and went scoreless over the final five minutes. The closest it got to PNC in the last 20 minutes was four points. The Trolls squandered a good defensive exhibition as it held the Panthers to 33 percent shooting. Trinity, which only connected on 38 percent of its own field-goal attempts, was hurt greatly at the foul line — while it went 4-of-9 PNC sank 22-of-26 tosses. Hehir (10 points), Johnson (nine), Corey Bulthuis (eight points, six rebounds) and Caleb Jonkman (five assists) were the Trolls’ main men. *** A combined 28 points from Rhorer and Halcomb kept Trinity on fairly even footing with SXU during the first half of the teams’ Jan. 7 contest, but the Cougars had their own two-man assault squad in Jack Krieger and Larry Motuzis, who netted 26 points between them before the break. Three of Motuzis’ points were delivered on a buzzer-beating shot from the opposite free-throw line, a Hail Mary basket that handed SXU a 12-point lead. From there, the Cougars maintained control as they finished with a 53 percent accuracy rate from 3-point range and 48 percent mark overall. Both easily bettered the Trolls’ efforts (23 and 40 percent, respectively). Rhorer wound up with 28 points for Trinity to go along with four rebounds and three assists. Halcomb had 12 points and five boards, Johnson and Hehir both tossed in eight points and Johnson matched Tubbs with six rebounds. *** Also administering a setback to the Trolls was Calumet College, which did so on Jan. 10 after tallying 56 second-half points to easily expunge Trinity’s seven-point halftime lead. The Trolls didn’t start off well as they missed their first 12 shots and collected just one point on Bulthuis’ free throw through the opening six minutes. But after finding itself in a 10-point hole, Trinity climbed out as Hehir’s 3-pointer created a 22-all tie and an ensuing 10-3 run constructed its aforementioned 32-25 halftime advantage. Another tie was forged at 40, but once the Crimson Wave went ahead they stayed there. Rhorer’s three-point play drew the Trolls within 72-64 and baskets on their next four possessions shaved Calumet College’s lead to 77-73 with 23 seconds to go. The Wave used foul shots to extend the margin, but Rhorer nailed a 3 to bring the differential back down to four. However, with only three seconds left Trinity was forced to accept a tough defeat. Rhorer drilled six 3-pointers and totaled 29 points. He finished with a double-double as he complemented his offense with 10 rebounds. Johnson (19 points, six rebounds) and Jones (nine assists) also played well for the Trolls, who matched Calumet College’s 40 percent shooting but out-rebounded it 46-39. Trinity visited Purdue University Calumet this past Wednesday and hosts Indiana University-South Bend Saturday at 3 p.m.

MEN’S BASKETBALL It’s a new year, but thus far it hasn’t been a particularly good one for the Trolls, who have yet to claim their first victory of 2015. Trinity dropped five straight games to open January, the two latest coming last week in Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference matchups with Holy Cross College (95-64) and the University of St. Francis (8174) on Wednesday and Saturday, respectively. The Trolls (5-15, 1-9) have lost eight in a row. Trinity started off well against Holy Cross, shooting 67 percent in the first half and racing to a 13-2 lead. Eleven minutes into the contest the Trolls’ advantage was still in double digits, but by the time intermission arrived they had slipped behind by six (42-36). There were four ties in the last six minutes before Holy Cross moved in front. And there it stayed, thanks in part to a rash of Trinity turnovers that allowed Holy Cross to extend its lead to 15. The winners maintained control by shooting 53 percent, slightly better than the Trolls (50 percent). Holy Cross also held an edge at the line (70-69 percent). Austin Halcomb topped Trinity with 15 points and added four rebounds. Others chipping in were Jared Jones (14 points), Cody Rhorer (nine points, six rebounds, four assists) and Joe Hehir (nine points, three assists). *** USF kept the Trolls on the skids despite Trinity’s putting together one of its better performances of late. The locals were ahead for a large portion of the CCAC contest before faltering near the end. Behind 58 percent shooting the Trolls made nearly twice as many field goals as the Fighting Saints in the opening half. USF stayed in the hunt, however, by converting 13 more times at the charity stripe. Jones’ 3-pointer gave Trinity a 10-point lead with eight minutes to go in the half and the margin stood at 16 with 4:26 left. The Saints climbed back within three in the final minute, but another long-range bucket by Jones enabled the Trolls to take a 44-37 advantage into the break. USF opened the second half on WOMEN’S BASKETBALL a 12-4 run and the score stayed closed from that point forward. The Trolls women have fared a

little better than their male counterparts in January as they split their first four contests. They went 1-1 last week, beating Holy Cross (59-53) on Wednesday before dropping a 78-53 verdict to USF on Saturday. Previous to that Trinity (8-11, 4-5) lost to SXU (82-47) and downed Calumet College (75-44). Except for a game-opening 3-0 lead garnered on Katie Moran’s basket, the Trolls were never ahead in the first half against Holy Cross. After falling behind by as many as nine points, however, Trinity got within 23-22 by the break as two 3-pointers from Kelsie Foster and one from Allie Paluchniak fueled a late run. Another bucket by Moran inched the Trolls in front at the outset of the second half and there they remained. They were up 54-46 with 3:46 left when Holy Cross went on a 5-0 spurt to put pressure on, but Trinity withstood the last-ditch surge to come away victorious. The Trolls’ 34 percent shooting was obviously nothing special, but it eclipsed Holy Cross’ 31 percent effort. Both teams were basically even from beyond the arc and at the foul line, but another plus for Trinity was its 17 steals. Caitlin Cody totaled 17 points, eight rebounds and three assists to pace the Trolls. Bethany Jansma tossed in eight points and Celina Wanta hauled in five boards. *** The first half was also trouble for Trinity on Saturday as it fell in arrears of USF by 15. But unlike on Wednesday there would be no recovery and the Trolls saw their modest twogame winning streak snapped. Trinity came up empty on its first four possessions while the Saints sank three field goals and a pair of free throws to stake themselves to a 9-0 edge. The Trolls’ deficit grew to 15 soon after and then 20 as they notched only 10 points through the opening 13 minutes. Trinity, which connected on less than 20 percent of its shots, trailed by 15 at halftime. With USF firing away at a 62 percent clip during the second half, no comeback was possible for the Trolls, who wound up with a field-goal percentage of 29 and hit only half of their freethrow attempts. The Saints shot 73 percent at the line and 61 percent (11-of-18) from 3-point territory. Paluchniak had 19 points for Trinity, including four 3-pointers. Olivia Schipper (seven points, six rebounds), Lauren Stokes (seven points) and Cody (six rebounds) were other notables in defeat. *** SXU was similarly rude to the Trolls on Jan. 7 as it welcomed Trinity back from a nearly three-week layoff with a dominating performance. The Cougars, ranked No. 4 in NAIA Division II, limited Trinity to 14 first-half points on 4-of-24 shooting and were ahead by 33 at intermission. The Trolls shot 28 percent for the day but did find success at the stripe as they sank 14-of17. Holly Boetsma (13 points, six rebounds), Jansma (seven points, five rebounds) and Cody (six points, five rebounds, three assists) were Trinity’s top individuals. *** The Trolls reversed course on Jan. 10 as they blasted Calumet College to halt a four-game skid. Trinity tallied the game’s first seven points and shoved the Crimson Wave into a 20-point hole with a 10-0 run. Ahead 42-19 at halftime the Trolls never let up. Calumet College managed just four points in the first seven minutes of the second half, which allowed Trinity to get up by 30. The Trolls’ biggest advantage was 38 at the six-minute mark. Eleven of Trinity’s 29 baskets were launched from behind the arc. The Trolls were far from perfect shooting-wise — 40 percent from the floor, 41 from 3-point land and 75 at the line — but each number bettered those posted by the Wave (26, 11 and 53, respectively). Trinity also crushed Calumet College on the glass, 59-38. Twelve Trolls scored, a group led by Foster’s 17 points. Cody added 12 while Schipper and Stokes produced eight apiece. Schipper also snatched seven rebounds, one more than Jansma. Paluchniak’s four assists paced Trinity in that category. The Trolls joined Trinity’s men at Purdue Calumet this past Wednesday and, also like the guys, play host to IU-South Bend on Saturday. The women’s game starts at 1 p.m.

Photo by Rob Roubir

Savanna Tarver makes a makes a move on a Shepard teammate during a wrestling practice last week.

Tarver

(Continued from page 1)

Mahalik had a great talk before our tournament. He wants Savanna to be a 'heinous woman' out on the mat." Gaining acceptance from teammates hasn't been too difficult for Tarver either as they've seen her do everything they do to prepare and improve. "She's not like most girls I know," said junior EJ Rueck, a 138-pounder. "She works harder than some of the guys," 120-pound junior Dakota Marrello said. Tarver thought some of the Astros might have initially taken it easy on her. "I definitely did feel that," she said. "But if you think about it, all girls technically are not as strong as guys." Shepard sophomore TJ Quinlan, who wrestles at132, doesn't think Tarver was ever given any kind of special treatment. "If she wants to be up here and she wants to work as hard as us, we'll treat her the same," Quinlan said. Richardson, though, agreed with Tarver that some of the wrestlers were a little reluctant to take her down as hard as they would a male teammate at first. He had some conversations with them he admitted

were difficult. "Your whole life your father and your mother teach you to respect women," Richardson said. "Then you come here and you have your coach tell you whoever it is, you need to physically take them down in a tough, controlled manner. Once they got past that Savanna would get a take-down here or there and she'd also take a butt-whoopin' here or there, but she jumps back up and gets back at it." Tarver's father wrestled as a young man and offers advice whenever he can. Still, nothing could adequately substitute for that first varsity pin when it came to providing Tarver with an emotional lift. "Just all the feelings I had after that — I was very happy and excited," she said. "It's my first year and I'm at the varsity level. That was a really big confidence boost for me." There have been some rough moments too for Tarver at meets. She lost to Marian Catholic freshman Jose Champagne at a quad and also to Thornwood's Kris Williams, a threetime state champion. According to Richardson, it's moments like those that make it tough to coach a female wrestler. "I thought about it before — do I send her out there [or] do I not?" Richardson said. "She

went out there [and] she got her butt kicked, but everybody else that wrestles this [Williams] kid gets their butt kicked. She went out there and she handled herself well. "There are times, like in that matchup, when I don't know if it's like a fatherly thing in me. I had a kid last year who faced [Williams] and I was skeptical about putting him out there as well, so as a coach I think you kind of worry when you have a first-year wrestler going against a kid who is going to Nebraska and going for his fourth state title." Even though she doesn't like losing, defeats don't discourage Tarver. She enjoys the sport and the challenges it presents and wants to keep learning more about it. When asked what advice she'd give any female seeking to follow in her footsteps, Tarver offered the following. "I would tell them that if they really, really want to do something like this they need to be willing to push themselves harder than some of the guys on the team," she said. "Not only do they face people criticizing them because they're a girl in a guy's sport, but [they] also [have] to gain the respect of their teammates."

Basketball roundup

St. Rita shows no mercy

Powerful Mustangs roll past Crusaders, Vikings By Ken Karrson When competing against powerful opponents, the hope is that they’ll find a way to beat themselves. Often that takes on the form of underestimating lesser foes. St. Rita showed last week, however, that not all juggernauts are created the same. Having already matched up favorably against a number of heralded teams — including some from outside of Illinois — St. Rita easily could have looked past Brother Rice and St. Laurence. While both programs are certainly respectable, they aren’t the Mustangs’ equals when it comes to sheer talent. And talent won out twice. Neither the Crusaders nor Vikings were cowed by St. Rita — St. Laurence, in fact, actually led by two early in the second quarter — but the Mustangs wound up dominating both of their Chicago Catholic League opponents. The Vikings were the first to fall, 69-30 last Tuesday, as University of Kentucky-bound Charles Matthews racked up 30 points. Matthews sparked a momentum-changing 19-2 blitz later in the second period by hitting two jumpers and a 3-pointer, scoring on a dunk and burying a pair of free throws. Matthews, who also collected seven rebounds, was joined in double figures by teammates Kain Harris (12 points) and Armani Chaney (10 points, four rebounds, four steals). St. Rita finished 27-of-52 from the floor. St. Laurence, which hit six of its first 11 shots before plummeting to a 3-of-27 showing the rest of the way, did not have anyone tally more than seven points. Matt Gurgone did that and Kevin Aderman added six. *** It was Rice’s turn to try to derail the Mustangs on Friday, but a rocky second quarter did it in. While St. Rita made good on 8-of-11 shots in the session, the Crusaders misfired on all but two of their nine attempts, a combination that proved devastating as the locals got buried beneath a 22-4 onslaught. That gave the Mustangs a 33-14 halftime edge and all hope was gone for Rice, which surrendered 22 more points to St. Rita in the third frame and 24

in the fourth. The Mustangs canned 31-of-55 shots (56 percent), committed only four turnovers and out-rebounded the Crusaders by 10 (31-21). Besides the ubiquitous Matthews — who netted 26 points despite going scoreless for almost seven minutes at the outset and then sitting out the final 5½ minutes of the contest — St. Rita’s cause was aided by Harris (15 points, 10 rebounds), Myles Carter (10 points, 12 rebounds) and Chaney (10 points). Mike Shepski had 19 points for Rice (7-10, 1-5), but none of the team’s other nine scorers managed more than five. The Crusaders shot 40 percent from the field and 23 percent from 3-point territory, took only six free throws and made 14 turnovers. BROTHER RICE Also doling out a loss to the Crusaders last week was Marian Catholic, which prevailed 60-57 in a Tuesday nonconference matchup. As the final score indicated and statistics verified, the two teams weren’t separated by much. They took the same number of shots — the Spartans hit one more — and Marian was just three better in rebounding (21-18) and turnovers (7-10). The Spartans held a slightly larger free-throw advantage (13 made to six), but 11 3-pointers by Rice — compared to five for Marian — more than offset that. Scoring balance for the Crusaders was in greater evidence as Josh Niego (11 points, three assists) and Shepski (10 points, four steals) both reached double digits and three others had at least six points. Next in line was Joe Ruzevich, who amassed eight points and five boards. Rice took on neighborhood rival Marist this past Tuesday at home. ST. LAURENCE The Vikings engaged in their own nail-biter on Friday as they went down to the wire with DePaul Prep before suffering a gut-wrenching 38-34 Catholic League setback. The Rams appeared ready to make a statement when they scored 13 of the game’s first 15 points, but St. Laurence (8-9, 2-5) refused to succumb

without a fight. The Vikings were within four at halftime and the squads were tied at 28 entering the final stanza. Things stayed close until the end. When Gurgone drew a late foul, it initially seemed as if he’d get three chances at the line, but officials ruled he was not in the act of shooting and Gurgone was given a 1-and-1 opportunity. DePaul Prep held on for the victory despite solid efforts by St. Laurence’s Quentin Forberg (12 points) and Chris Carli (nine points, five rebounds). RICHARDS Going 1-1 last week were the Bulldogs, who nipped Oak Forest 50-49 in a South Suburban Conference crossover game on Friday. Sophomore Jaylen Catledge was Richards’ headliner as he almost singlehandedly brought the ‘Dogs back from the brink of defeat. Before sinking the deciding foul shots, Catledge converted a putback, hit another closein shot and drilled a 3-pointer to ignite a comeback from a 12-point deficit that the Bengals had constructed with five minutes to play. Marcus Burton contributed a putback that reduced the margin to one and Ameen Hussein’s layup gave Richards (8-8, 3-4) a 48-47 edge, its first lead since the opening quarter. Oak Forest regained an advantage before Catledge settled the issue with his free throws. The Bengals, who had only two points in the last 5½ minutes, took a last shot but misfired. Catledge produced 21 points and eight rebounds for the Bulldogs and both Hussein (16 points) and Burton (10 points, eight rebounds) also supplied strong performances. David Gray (24 points) and Drew Dominik (14) led Oak Forest. *** Lemont kept Catledge (11 points) pretty well under wraps last Tuesday and no one else stepped forward in a measurable way for the Bulldogs. The result was a 47-37 SSC crossover loss to the Indians. Lucas White provided six points and six boards for Richards, but that was no match for Lemont’s duo of PJ Pipes and Nick Wisz, who racked up 31 points between them.

6 Section 2

Thursday, January 22, 2015 The Regional News - The Reporter

Community Sports News Trinity Christian adding two varsity sports in the fall The Trinity Christian College Athletics Department announced the addition of women’s golf and men’s volleyball as intercollegiate varsity sports for the 2015-16 school year. Along with all other Trolls athletics programs, these teams will compete as members of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics and National Christian College Athletics Association. They will bring the total number of varsity sports offered at the school to 14. “Trinity athletics is very excited to expand our department,” Athletics Director Bill Schepel said. “I believe our excellent facilities will accommodate a men’s volleyball program very well and its presence on campus will partner well with our women’s program. The women’s golf program will benefit from the groundwork laid by coach Dennis Harms, who helped start the men’s program four years ago.” The golf team will open its inaugural season with complete fall and spring schedules. The Trolls will be the seventh team playing women’s golf in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference. Men’s volleyball returns to Trinity as a varsity sport following an 11year absence. The Trolls sponsored a varsity team from 2000-2004. Trinity will play an independent schedule in 2015-16 but has plans to join the five other volleyball-playing CCAC schools in the near future.

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Inside job

Moraine Valley College’s Nariman Jaber gets inside position on the College of Lake County and scores a basket last Thursday in Palos Hills.

Girls Basketball

(Continued from page 2)

DiGiacomo (nine points, 11 rebounds) and Jaime Ryan (six points, three rebounds) helped keep the heat on after that, the former doing so with a 7-of-9 effort at the foul line. But Joliet Central ultimately survived the Chargers' threat. “When you have a 15-point lead late in the third quarter, you cannot just sit back and relax,” Turner said. “We started to play on our heels instead of continuing to attack on both ends of the floor. Joliet Central never quit and took advantage of our lack of defensive pressure. “I would like to see us handle some adversity a little better the next time. Our defense broke down on several Joliet possessions late in the game. We led the entire game until the last 30 seconds.” Despite the two setbacks Turner expressed a bit of relief that his team’s offensive struggles seemed to have been fixed. However, other challenges have since arisen. “These last two games we seem

to have figured out our shooting struggles,” he said. “It's like working on plumbing though: You fix one thing and something else breaks. "This was one that we let get away. Hopefully we can put this one behind us, learn from it and bounce back [this] week against Joliet West to get our first conference win.” *** In its other SWSC Blue outing if last week, Sandburg absorbed a 59-34 defeat at the hands of Homewood-Flossmoor on Thursday. MOTHER MCAULEY There was little resemblance between the Mighty Macs' two victories last week. Mother McAuley had to fight hard to vanquish Regina 3836 in a Girls Catholic Athletic Conference contest but had little difficulty at all versus Kokomo (Ind.), which fell to a 51-29 loss on its home court. Molly O’Malley made her presence felt in both instances as she netted a team-high 10 points against Regina before fouling out late and then erupted for 18 on six 3-pointers opposite Kokomo. Her sister Tara was even more

of a weapon in the latter game as she sank four 3s en route to a team-best 19 points that spurred the rout. Erin Drynan pitched in with six rebounds for the Macs (9-11, 3-2), who were relentless on defense. Tara O'Malley backed her sibling with seven points and seven rebounds versus Regina and Drynan added six points, nine rebounds and three blocks. Amazingly, McAuley seized the victory despite committing 30 turnovers. MARIST Downers Grove North fell short of the RedHawks 52-46 at the McDonald's Shootout held last week at Willowbrook High School. Trailing 35-28 heading into the fourth quarter, Marist (164) turned on the pressure offensively and defensively to overtake its opponent. Still, nothing was comfortable for the RedHawks, who were up by just one (46-45) with a minute left but managed to hang on. Tehya Fortune topped Marist with 13 points. Julia Ruzevich and Katie Houbolt had eight points each while Claire Austin and Katelyn Rosner grabbed five rebounds apiece.

cheerleaders in a performance at halftime of the Cougars men’s basketball game that same day. The second clinic, one designed to prepare high school students for collegiate and coed stunting skills, will take place on Sunday, Feb. 22, from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Walk-in registration will go from 9-9:30 and the cost is $35 for females, $25 for males. Everyone signing up prior to Feb. 4 will get a T-shirt. Both clinics will accept cash or check payments. All checks must be made payable to SXU Cheerleading. Online registration forms can be found at https://www.signmeup. com/105526 (youth) and https:// www.signmeup.com/105326 (high school).

Oak Lawn High School announces fall-sports award winners Student-athletes at Oak Lawn High School were recently recognized for their feats during the fall sports season. Chosen as MVPs in their respective sports were Ryne Melnik (football), Joe Robinson (football), Billy Dunne (boys’ golf), Giovanni Barragan (boys’ soccer), Michael Szaflarski (boys’ soccer), Eleanor Featherstone (girls’ swimming), Gina Dymit (girls’ tennis), Kathryn Fahy (girls’ tennis), Simona Tomczak (volleyball), Tasneem Jaber (girls’ cross country) and Luis Garcia (boys’ cross country). Individuals earning Sportsmanship Awards were Tyler Loehr (football), Sean Baldwin (boys’ Cheerleading clinics coming golf), Liam Blake (boys’ golf), Edin February vardus Simonelis (boys’ soccer), SaSt. Xavier University’s cheerlead- mantha Lopez (girls’ swimming), ing squad plans to host a pair of Julia Kasprzak (girls’ tennis), clinics for area youth in February Emma Palhegyi (girls’ tennis), Briat the Shannon Center. anna Markusic (volleyball), Jessica The first one, open to youngsters Sciaky (girls’ cross country) and aged 3-14, will be held on Saturday, Dan Reyes (boys’ cross country). Feb. 14, from noon-3 p.m. The cost The Spartans football and boys’ is $25 and walk-in registration will golf squads both received the South run from 11:30 a.m.-noon. Regis- Suburban Conference Team Sportstrants will receive a free T-shirt if manship Award. signed up by Jan. 28. Garnering all-conference honAfter learning a routine during ors were football players Melnik, the clinic, participants will join SXU Robinson and Peter Ruane; soccer

players Barragan and Szaflarski; swimmers Eleanor Featherstone (in the 200-yard freestyle and 200-free relay), Hannah Featherstone (200free relay), Lopez (200-free relay) and Shannon Mottl (200-free relay); tennis player Dymit; volleyball players Tomczak, Markusic, Allison Yacko, Rebecca Suarez (honorable mention) and Samantha Lesiak (honorable mention); and runners Jaber, Sciaky, Garcia, Nick Minnella and Diego Arana. Jaber and Sciaky were both sectional qualifiers. Pride win competitive-dance event Members of Queen of Peace’s competitive dance team recently won an invitational hosted by Huntley High School. The varsity squad is coached by Ashley Sproule. Charity boxing match to be held Feb. 6 Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago will host a charity boxing card, the Patrick J. Ryan Main Event, on Friday, Feb. 6, from 6-11 p.m. at Drury Lane in Oak Brook. At least eight Golden Gloves-style amateur bouts will take place, including one featuring 19-year-old Joey Ryan, a 2013 Gold Gloves champion in the 139-pound novice category. Proceeds from the event will support the Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide program. Tickets are $100 for standing-room, $150 for a ringside seat, and include cocktails, hors d’oevures, dinner and a raffle. For tickets, call (312) 655-7018 or visit www.catholiccharities.net. PBO still accepting registration for 2015 Palos Baseball Organization still has player openings for the 2015 season and is accepting registration to fill them. For more information, contact Chris Bogner at bognerc@hotmail. com or Scott Ladewig at sladelaw@ sbcglobal.net or visit the PBO website.

OAK LAWN The Spartans broke even in a pair of SSC crossover games last week. Oak Lawn beat Bremen 59-57 on Tuesday before coming up three points shy of TF South (52-49) on Saturday. Brianna Markusic turned in one of the area's most prolific exhibitions of the season against the Braves as she racked up a career-high 40 points while also pulling down 14 rebounds. Markusic also performed admirably in a losing cause as she delivered 19 points and seven boards for the Spartans (12-11, 4-2) versus the Rebels. EVERGREEN PARK Bremen had better luck against the Mustangs (13-7, 2-5) last Thursday as it prevailed by a 54-51 count. Also defeating Evergreen in an SSC crossover contest was Hillcrest (67-30) on Tuesday. Megan Pfister (19 points), Nicole Larkin (11) and LaShondra Johnson (10) led the way for the Mustangs on Thursday. SHEPARD Behind Myrissha Mitchell (16 points) and Abby Newsome (11 points), the Astros (6-11, 2-4) recorded a 41-27 SSC crossover triumph on Thursday.

The onset of eye disease may not be as visible as the appearance of new wrinkles. An eye doctor can spot the early warning signs of vision problems like glaucoma and macular degeneration, as well as other serious health conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. Early detection is key. For men and women over 40, it might be wise to look into your eyes. For more information, visit checkyearly.com. A public service message from Vision Council of America and AARP.

The Regional News - The Reporter

The Reporter Newspapers

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Get Fast Action

448-6175 Deadline 5 p.m. Monday Hours M-F 9 to 5 Sat. 9 to Noon

For Sale

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.JOHN E. KAULINS, CINDY KAULINS, BANK OF AMERICA, NA Defendants 14 CH 011740 17001 ROBINHOOD DRIVE ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 21, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 23, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 17001 ROBINHOOD DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-26-113-001. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-07814. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-07814 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 011740 TJSC#: 34-18922 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. I641163

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC P l a i n t i f f , v . HUSSEIN MANSOOR A/K/A MANSOOR HUSSEIN, AFKAR MANSOOR, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. Defendants 12 CH 20247 8600 WEST 99TH 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 18, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 19, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 8600 WEST 99TH STREET, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-110-036-0000. The real estate is improved with a 2 story home with an attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "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 PA1206053. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1206053 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 20247 TJSC#: 34-20121 I641086

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

BOOKLETS PRINTED IN ONE DAY FROM YOUR COPY

FROM YOUR DISK

• Sales Manuals • Training Manuals • Parts Books • Condominium Documents • Handbooks • Employee Handbooks • Manuscripts • Rulebooks • Club Bylaws On-site binding, plus mailing and pick-up services

SOUTHWEST REGIONAL PUBLISHING 12243 S. Harlem Ave. Palos Heights, IL 60463-0932

Call (708) 448-4000 HOURS: Mon. thru Fri. 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Sat. 9 A.M. to Noon

Call

448-4002 Deadline 5 p.m. Monday Hours M-F 9 to 5 Sat. 9 to Noon

Property Listings

For Sale

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff, vs. DAVID CASTANEDA, LINDA CASTANEDA AND BENEFICIAL ILLINOIS, INC., D/B/A/ BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE COMPANY OF ILLINOIS, Defendants, 11 CH 8898 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on July 13, 2011, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, February 23, 2015, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:

PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.GRZEGORZ STEPINSKI, BANK OF AMERICA, NA AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO COLLECTIVE BANK, HARRIS, N.A. Defendants 09 CH 22789 5930 WEST 88TH PLACE 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 April 16, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 19, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5930 WEST 88TH PLACE, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-05-208-028-0000, 24-05208-029-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $287,542.50. Sale terms: 100% of the bid amount, 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, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. 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: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 09 CH 22789 TJSC#: 34-21994 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.

Commonly known as 14721 South St. Louis Avenue, Midlothian, IL 60445.

For Sale

P.I.N. 28-11-402-039. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125. Ref. No. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122

Do you have a house for rent? Call today to place your ad!

Ref. No. 12-01010 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE TRUST 2008-R1, Plaintiff, vs. TERRY C. KOZLOWSKI AND DAIVA A. KOZLOWSKI, EQUABLE ASCENT FINANCIAL, LLC., Defendants, 12 CH 11344 Calendar 56 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on November 19, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, February 23, 2015, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 15604 117TH AVENUE, ORLAND PARK, ILLINOIS 60467. P.I.N. 27-18-307-008. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125. Ref. No. 12-01010 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122

Save this ad for a FREE Market Analysis!

The Regional News

Very Low Cost

Real Estate

Call

Section 2

This Rare, Gorgeously COME OUT... YOU’LL DISCOVER... AWooded Tennis court, a hot tub, a great 4-Acre Estate playground for littlePreserves! kids, & lots Adjoins Forest of open lawn behind this 4-bdrm Ideal site for your dream home, replacing the modest 2 bdrm ranch. home w/immense family room, Enjoy horses? There’s a 3-stall kitchen, & eating areas. Idealstable here too! Subdivision inside & outside for possibilities big get-to- also. Upscale Palos $620,000 gethers! 3-cararea. garage. $525,000

A Palos resident since 1963

www.prublount.com

Your Palos Realtor

L.T. Blount, REALTORS

(708) 448-6100

Serving the Palos area for over 50 years

708-369-9327

Palos Park, IL 60464

“Follows Me Everywhere!” ®

Serving Your Community for 30 Years

Tom Maloney, Selling or Buying?

“10 in the Park” RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

For Sale #

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC. Plaintiff, -v.MICHAEL A. SALIM A/K/A MICHAEL SALIM, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK, N.A., CITY OF CHICAGO, SHIRLEY C. SALIM, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 09 CH 040565 7832 W. OAK RIDGE DRIVE 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 February 26, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 10, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7832 W. OAK RIDGE DRIVE, PALOS PARK, IL 60464 Property Index No. 23-25-300-063. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-09-33365. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-09-33365 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 09 CH 040565 TJSC#: 35-165 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. I641003

ATTENTION Real Estate Brokers and Private Parties! Reach thousands by advertising on this page.

Expect the Best

1 in Sales in Palos Park & Palos Heights

Call Tom Maloney at

(708) 903-9865 For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CLEARVUE OPPORTUNITY XXII, LLC, P l a i n t i f f , v s . RICHARD A. PRZYTULA, ELIZABETH A. P R Z Y T U L A , UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND N O N - R E C O R D C L A I M A N T S , D e f e n d a n t s , 12 CH 7233 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on November 18, 2014 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, February 20, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real e s t a t e : P.I.N. 23-11-306-032-0000. Commonly known as 10113 S. 86th Court, 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. For information call Mr. David C. Kluever at Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I641503

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, O N BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE HOME E Q U I T Y ASSET TRUST 2002-2, HOME EQUITY P A S S - T H R O U G H CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2002-2 Plaintiff, v s . BRIAN W. SMITH, MARY T. SMITH, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD C L A I M A N T S . D e f e n d a n t s , 13 CH 3017 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on September 27, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real e s t a t e : P.I.N. 23-26-305-008-0000. Commonly known as 12416 South Iroquois Road, Palos Park, IL 60464. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. David C. Kluever at Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I641482

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION P l a i n t i f f , v s . ANNA MAK AKA MAK ANNA; BARTLOMIEJ G R Z Y W A C Z ; ANNA MAK AS TRUSTEE UTA DTD 3/21/07 KNOWN AS THE MAK FAMILY TRUST NUMBER ONE; H I C K O R Y HILLS COURTS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; U N K N O W N BENEFICIARIES OF THE MAK FAMILY TRUST N U M B E R ONE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD C L A I M A N T S ; ANNA MAK, HEIR; ANNA MAK, INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR; Defendants, 10 CH 39001 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on November 6, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, February 10, 2015, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 18-35-308-039-1005. Commonly known as 8424 West 87th Street, Unit 2B, Hickory Hills, IL 60457. 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: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1023147. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I640516

Call today to place your ad!

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO MID AMERICA BANK, FSB P l a i n t i f f , v s . PIOTR GARUS; MARGARET GARUS A/K/A M A R G A R E T MARIA GARUS A/K/A MARGARET WICKOWSKI A / K / A MALGORZATA M. GARUS; WOODS EDGE H O M E O W N E R S ' ASSOCIATION; BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A. F/K/A HARRIS N.A.; D e f e n d a n t s , 13 CH 21512 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on July 22, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, February 20, 2015, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 23-22-200-034-1082. Commonly known as 9197 North Road, Unit F, 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: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1313137. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I641529

THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE IN THE CLASSIFIEDS!

Section 2

Thursday, January 22, 2015

The Regional News - The Reporter

Real Estate

The Reporter Newspapers

Property Listings

Deadline 5 p.m. Monday

For Sale

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, S/I/I TO NATIONAL CITY REAL ESTATE SERVICES, LLC, S/B/M TO NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE, INC., F/K/A NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE CO. Plaintiff, -v.ROSE PASTORE, EVERGREEN VIEW HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION Defendants 13 CH 07854 14210 SOUTH 87TH AVENUE ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 4, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 5, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 14210 SOUTH 87TH AVENUE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-02-317005-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story single family home with a three car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “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 PA1304979. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1304979 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 13 CH 07854 TJSC#: 34-19336 I639315

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.ADAM I. KAWECKI, MONIKA KAWECKA, KRYSTYNA KAWECKA, WOODS EDGE I CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 14 CH 004269 9195 NORTH ROAD UNIT C 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 18, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 20, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9195 NORTH ROAD UNIT C, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-22-200-034-1073. 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 14-14-02906. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-02906 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 004269 TJSC#: 34-21045 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. I641032

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC Plaintiff, v . JESUS BADILLO, LESLEY BADILLO Defendants 13 CH 25394 8155 WEST 89TH STREET HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 12, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 13, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8155 WEST 89TH STREET, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-02-215-001. The real estate is improved with a 2 story home with an attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "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 PA1315665. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1315665 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 13 CH 25394 TJSC#: 34-19865 I640309

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.MICHAL KADLUB, JARMILA KADLUB A/K/A JARMILA KOVACIKOVA, PALOS PLACE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 14 CH 010893 10571 PALOS PLACE UNIT #2B 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 September 25, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 4, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10571 PALOS PLACE UNIT #2B, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-13-103-030-1034, Property Index No. 23-13-103-030-1064. 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 14-14-12022. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-12022 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 010893 TJSC#: 34-17546 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. I639519

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.LISA M. HOVEL, BERKSHIRE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 14 CH 010661 8901 S. ROBERTS ROAD UNIT #307 HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 30, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 3, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8901 S. ROBERTS ROAD UNIT #307, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-01-101-019-1029. 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 14-1408941. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-08941 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 010661 TJSC#: 34-17883 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. I639441

Business & Service Directory

Call Debbie 448-6175

For Sale

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JOANNA PRANICA, ANDRZEJ PRANICA A/K/A ANDREW PRANICA, THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWABS MASTER TRUST, REVOLVING HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2004-U, GREEN OAKS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 040892 9954 S. 84TH TERRACE UNIT #309 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 July 24, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 17, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9954 S. 84TH TERRACE UNIT #309, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-301-006-1153 (23-11-301-005 underlying). The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-12-23270. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-23270 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 040892 TJSC#: 34-22028 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. I639894

Hours M-F 9 to 5 Sat. 9 to Noon

Cleaning Services

TIMESAVERS Residential & Commercial CLEANING Also Carpet & Floor Care 30 Years in Business 1st time customers $25 OFF 2nd visit

PIPES R US

at 708.439.6238

TOO BUSY TO CLEAN?

Leave a message & number

• Satisfaction Guaranteed • References Available Bonded/Insured FREE ESTIMATES

Plumbing & Sewer

Junk Hauling STAN’S HAULING Removal of all unwanted items. From homes, offices, storage areas, garages, apartments, condos, etc. 7 days 773-206-9309 www.stanscleanout.com

Real Estate

GEORGE’S Flood Control Specialists All Types of Plumbing Repairs Hot water tanks • Bathroom installations Toilets, Tubs, Sinks & Faucets Sewers rodded • Sump pumps Sewers inspected by camera Foundation leaks repaired Battery back-up systems

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO MID AMERICA BANK, FSB Plaintiff, -v.PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK, KATARZYNA KRAWCZYK A/K/A KATHY KRAWCZYK A/K/A KASIA KRAWCZYK, ARTHUR KRAWCZYK A/K/A ARTHUR S. KRAWCZYK, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF WALDEMARKRAWCZYK, IF ANY, WILLIAM BUTCHER, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, WALDEMAR KRAWCZYK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 02127 8839 LOTUS DRIVE AKA 8839 WEST LOTUS DRIVE HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 22, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 17, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8839 LOTUS DRIVE AKA 8839 WEST LOTUS DRIVE, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-03-204-045-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story single family home; attached two 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 PA1318634. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1318634 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 02127 TJSC#: 34-18546 I640851

CALL TODAY TO PLACE YOUR AD!

Senior, Police & Fireman Discounts 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

6274 Archer • 773-699-9255 Licensed ~ Bonded ~ Insured

Snowblower Repair

Snow Blowers Lawn Mowers Will fix at your house

Reasonable Rates

Call: (815) 468-7819 Call today to place your ad!

FREE ESTIMATES (most cases) Quality Work - Reasonable Prices 40 years experience -Lic. #SL574

708.952.1833

The Reporter Newspapers Call Debbie

448-6175

Deadline 5 p.m. Monday Hours M-F 9 to 5 Sat. 9 to Noon

Get Fast Action

Very Low Cost

The Classifieds

The Regional News Call Debbie

448-4002

Deadline 5 p.m. Monday

Little Want Ads do big jobs? TRY one and see for yourself.

Property Listings For Sale

PLUMBING & SEWER

~ Family Owned & Operated ~

Repair/Tune-Up

PLUMBING & SEWER

• • • • • •

Hours M-F 9 to 5 Sat. 9 to Noon

Lots of Patience & Trustworthy

Excellent References. Rates Vary Please call Mary anytime

(708) 636-4030

Deadline 5 p.m. Monday

Plumbing & Sewer

Available Mon.-Fri. Hours depend on need

Let Us Professionally Clean Your Home or Office.

Call Debbie 448-4002

Nurse’s Assistant

CAREGIVER LOOKING TO CARE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 5 YEARS OF AGE

708-489-2112

KRYSTAL KLEEN

The Regional News

Hours M-F 9 to 5 Sat. 9 to Noon

Estate Sale 12633 S 69TH COURT #5 PALOS HEIGHTS FRIDAY & SATURDAY JANUARY 23-24 9 AM - 4 PM SUNDAY, JANUARY 25, 1 PM - 4 PM HEY TREASURE HUNTERS COME SEE TWO STORY TOWN HOUSE FURNISHED BY ETHAN ALLEN INCLUDING BEDROOM SETS, DINING TABLE AND CHAIRS, OCCASIONAL TABLES, WING AND CLUB CHAIRS AND A SMITHECRAFT LEATHER SECTIONAL SOFA. MORE HIGHLIGHTS: CONTINENTAL TALL CASE CLOCK WITH WESTMINISTER CHIME, REGULATOR CLOCK W/ GERMAN HERMDAL MOVEMENT AND MORE CLOCKS. A WALL OF BOOKCASES, CHEVAL MIRROR, OAK ENTERTAINMENT CENTER W/ SIDE CABINETS, SUITE OF TAJ MAHAL ORIENTAL RUGS, BLUE & WHITE SPODE AND DELFT WARE, THREE SETS CHINA , SILVER SERVICE FOR NINE, EMERIL COOKWARE, KITCHEN AID AND CUISENART SMALL APPLIANCES, PATIO FURNITURE, 2 BICYCLES, GE REFRIGERATOR - FREEZER, CLOSETS FULL OF LIZ CLAIBORN, J. JILL AND JONES LADIES CLOTHING, HIGH END BEDDING, PICTURES, VASES, LAMPS. AND FIGURINES, ALSO TOOLS, CHRISTMAS AND SO MUCH MORE.

For Sale

Help Wanted

FACTORY LIQUIDATORS

EXPERIENCED CLEANING LADY WANTED

New Mattresses $78 Futon $128 Bunk Beds $188 5 pc. Dinette Set $188 Sofa, Loveseats, and Bedroom Sets $495

for immediate start. Must be licensed driver with dependable vehicle. Good pay.

FREE LAYAWAY

Wanted

E-Z Credit No Credit Needed Clearance Why Pay More? SHOP ONLINE www.factorybeddingfurniture.com

708-371-3737 Help Wanted

Call (708) 636-4030

Small engines, snowblowers, regular and riding lawnmowers, bicycles. Reasonably priced or free. Call (815) 468-7819

WE BUY

Cars • Trucks • Vans Running OR Not TOP DOLLAR PAID Call (708) 205-8241

Make a Difference

Enhance the life of a senior in your community through non-medical companionship and home-helper services. Build lasting relationships, while helping seniors remain safe and independent in their own homes.

HOURLY & LIVE-IN POSITIONS AVAILABLE.

Home Instead Senior Care Call Today and reference this ad to find out how to become a CAREGiver!

708.671.2648 Each Home Instead Senior Care® franchise office is independently owned and operated

Wanted to buy walking canes and cane stand.

(708) 598-7351 LEAVE MESSAGE

BUYING OR SELLING? Call today to place your ad on the Real Estate page!

This newspaper strives to monitor the classified ads it prints. However, when an ad is submitted from outside this area, it is often impossible for us to check its credibility. Therefore, we suggest caution when answering ads with offers that seem too good to be true. For more information regarding financing, business opportunities and/or work-at-home opportunities in this newspaper, we urge our readers to contact the Better Business Bureau, 330 N. Wabash Ave. #2006, Chicago, IL 60611, (312) 832-0500.

The Regional News - The Reporter

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Section 2

Out & About

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

Broaden Your Horizons This Week

27, from noon to 2 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. The Bridge Teen Farm Director Amy DiDomiCenter programs nicis will show slides and talk about the first year of the new • Trivia Night with Buca di program, known as S.A.G.E. In Beppo – 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. this this experimental initiative, the Friday, Jan. 23, The Bridge Teen farm has raised pasture-fed beef Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Or- and poultry and organic crops as land Park, will host a Trivia Night part of an effort to grow healthy with live music from Christal Lus- food and to educate others about ter and with free food samples the benefits and challenges of doing it. DiDominicis will talk from Buca di Beppo. • Stand Up for You with Vic- about the challenge and how it tory MMA – 4 to 5 p.m. Jan. 27, has moved very swiftly from a a program with Victory MMA to dream to reality in the past year. The program begins at 1 p.m. teach students how to stand up for themselves while also safely following the noon luncheon, which will include turkey raised handling a situation. • National Chocolate Cake Day as part of the new S.A.G.E. pro– 5 to 6 p.m. Jan. 27, celebrate gram. The luncheon costs $18 and National Chocolate Cake Day with requires advance reservations. For more information, call The Center a slice of chocolate cake. • Mosaic Art – 4 to 6 p.m. Jan. at 361-3650. 28, students learn how to make their own mosaic out of broken Valentine pottery class tile. for families or adults • Boxing – 5 to 6 p.m. Jan. 28, students will learn the basics of A pottery class for families will boxing. be hosted at the Log Cabin Cen• Drawing People – 5 to 6 p.m. ter for the Arts on Wednesdays, Jan. 29, The Bridge Teen Center Jan. 28 and Feb. 4, from 6:30 a program to teach students how to 7:30 pm. The Log Cabin Art to get details and proportions cor- Center, 12700 Southwest Highway rect when drawing people. in Palos Park. • Healthy Cooking – 4:30 to 6 Instructor Heather Young inp.m. Jan. 29, a culinary program vites families with children of to teach students how to create any age to make clay Valentineseveral healthy dishes. themed bowls with heart designs These free events are for teens on Jan. 28 and to come back to only in 7th through 12th grade. glaze their creations on Feb. 4. For more information call 532- The class fee is $18 per person 0500. and includes all supplies and two kiln firings. Advance reservations are required. Call The Center at Sustainable 361-3650. agriculture luncheon The new sustainable agriculWomantalk Discussion ture and green education program at The Children’s Farm is the topic The Center, 12700 Southwest of a luncheon on Tuesday, Jan. Highway, Palos Park, will host its

monthly Womantalk coffee hour and discussion on Tuesday, Jan. 27, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Led by MaryAnn Grzych, ladies are invited to join the discussion of Simple Abundance by Sarah Ban Breathnach or other inspirational readings that participants wish to bring. There is no cost, but advance reservations are required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Yoga class at Children’s Farm

Penny Wills and accompanied by rehearsal pianist Shirley Swanson. They welcome all who love to sing. For more information, call or visit 361-3650 or www.thecenterpalos.org.

Papermaking workshop Artist Marilyn VandenBout of Evergreen Park will offer a Papermaking Workshop at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts on Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. VandenBout helps students to make handmade papers for use as Valentines, stationery, or other creative projects. The Papermaking Workshop costs $15, plus a $5 materials fee. Advance registration is required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

A new five-week series of Gentle Yoga classes will be offered at The Center on Tuesday evenings, beginning Jan. 27, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The class will meet at the Anderson Activity Center of The Children’s Farm, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Instructor Valerie Lindstrom will lead the yoga sessions, which will include discussion and practice on breathing, relaxation, and centering, as well as movement and poses. Chgo. Christian High Yoga newcomers are welcome. ‘Annie’ reunion Students should dress in comfortable clothing and bring a yoga The Chicago Christian High mat. School Drama Department invites The five-week class costs $50. “Annie” alumni to a reunion on Registration is required. Call The Saturday, Feb. 28. Center at 361-3650. All cast members from the 2004 “Annie” production are invited back to Chicago Christian that day Center Singers for the current year production invite members and a special reception. All “AnThe Center, 12700 Southwest nie” alumni are invited to either Highway, Palos Park, invites new the matinee show from 2 to 4:30 members to join its choir, which p.m. or the show at 7 to 9:30 p.m. rehearses on Monday evenings, In between shows, a special reception will be held for both casts. from 7 to 8 p.m. Known as the Center Singers, Any 2004 “Annie” alumni will rethe choir performs once or twice ceive a complimentary ticket to a month on Sunday afternoons at this year’s production as well as Wayside Chapel Vespers services an invite to the reception. RSVP to Tim Schnyders at and at special seasonal events such as the Easter Sunrise Ser- tschnyders@swchristian.org or vice. The choir is led by Director call him at 388-7656.

Upcoming

A brilliant film about a life lost too soon The film “American Sniper” may just be the most realistic film about soldiers of war ever created. It may not always be the most accurate, but it always seems real. In this film there is no glory. Glory is not for soldiers – it’s for politicians, and patriots. Glory is for those who weren’t in war: those who have been in war have seen and done too much to seek accolades. Those sentiments ring true for Chris Kyle, the late Navy SEAL and military marksman who this movie was based on. Based upon Kyle’s 2012 autobiography of the same name, this film tells his story and the story of other American soldiers he happens to know. Chris Kyle may have been known to other soldiers as “the legend” for his marksmanship skills, but he was not one to ever look for glory. It’s a dark story about the highs and lows of war. There are many more lows which help bring a darker feel to this film. It’s a sad and depressing story about a man who goes to war because he loves his country. The film stars Bradley Cooper as Chris Kyle, a womanizing Texas cowboy who became enamored with the idea of protecting his country. After 9/11, Kyle decided he needed to do more with his life, so he joined the Navy Seals in an attempt to help protect his country. For Kyle everything becomes about protecting his country and fellow soldiers even if it comes at the expense of his wife (Siena Miller) and his kids. The scenes of him between tours of duty paint a picture of a man who’s having trouble adjusting to life back home. It’s sometimes troubling to look at,

Pinto’s Popcorn Picks by Tony Pinto

but it’s portrayed in an excellent manner by director Clint Eastwood and Cooper. While some may disagree with the simplistic way the film ends, this film is not here to make any type of political statement. Eastwood has done that on his own time and doesn’t have to do that here. This film is here to shed light on the late Chris Kyle and the hardships that soldiers end up going through. Eastwood does kind of lead us to believe that not all soldiers can be saved, but he doesn’t go fully in that direction. This wishy-washy nature of the film doesn’t do anything to take away from the film and most importantly the life of Chris Kyle. Ultimately this is just a good film about a saddening subject. Kyle found his way by helping soldiers who couldn’t acclimate to life back home. In the end what brings his demise is what actually helped him acclimate back to life back home. In what could be a surprise to some, “American Sniper’ is already nominated for multiple Academy Awards including best picture and best actor. It was screened in just a few theaters before the year ended to gain Academy eligibility. It may have no shot to win anything, but this film of a soldier has the blessing of the academy, so if that doesn’t say “see it” for you, who knows what will? —Tony Pinto’s grade: A

Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck

Spices plus steam equals a main dish low in fat and high in flavor “Who wants steamed chicken for dinner?” If you asked that question in a room full of hungry people, it’s a pretty good bet that nobody would speak up or even timidly raise their hands. Steamed chicken has always seemed to represent the worst possible image of healthy eating — or what used to be referred to by the negative-sounding words “diet food.” Who could blame people who had been unfortunate enough to be served what most people think of as steamed chicken, something pale to the point of colorless, and with a flavor — or lack of it — to match? At least you could claim that it was moist, something that couldn’t always be said for the leanest chicken, the breast, when it was cooked without the skin or any other trace of fat. So, please allow me to let you in on a little secret that will help you stick to a New Year’s resolution to eat more healthfully: Steamed chicken can be absolutely delicious, and beautiful, if you first season it imaginatively and then cook it along with a rainbow of fresh vegetables. Steaming is one of the easiest, quickest and best ways to prepare boneless, skinless chicken breasts. The cooking method ensures that they stay juicy rather than turning dry like so many sauteed or grilled versions run the risk of doing if your attention wanders for more than a moment. And, believe it or not, steamed chicken breasts can become intensely flavorful if you rub them with a lively spice paste like the one in the recipe I share here. Whipped up in a blender, the mixture features fresh ginger, garlic, scallion, crushed red pepper flakes, and a little salt, all combined with a tablespoon each of cornstarch and water to help form a smooth paste that can coat each piece of chicken. The results for the chicken in each serving are unbelievably low in calories, with only about 280 per serving, of which only 36 calories come from fat — that’s just under 13 percent fat calories! To add it all up to a complete, nourishing meal, I include here an assortment of some of my favorite vegetables, which steam quickly right alongside the chicken. Serve the combination on top of individ-

• 1 tablespoon minced garlic • 1 tablespoon minced scallion • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes • ½ teaspoon kosher salt • 1 tablespoon cornstarch • 1 tablespoon cold water • 4 cups (1 l) mixed fresh vegetables in bite-sized pieces, such as broccoli florets, carrot slices, sugar snap peas, asparagus and bell pepper • 4 cups (1 l) cooked brown rice • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves • 1 scallion, cut into thin diagonal slices Trim any visible fat and connective tissue from the chicken breasts and put them on a plate large enough to hold them in a single layer. In a blender, combine the ginger, garlic, scallion, red pepper flakes and salt. Add the cornstarch and water and pulse the blender on and off until the mixture forms a fine, smooth paste. With a rubber spatula, scrape the paste from the blender onto the chicken breasts and spread it evenly over their tops. Set aside. Bring a saucepan of water to a boil, or prepare a countertop steamer following the manufacturer’s instructions. Arrange the chicken breasts side by side in a steamer basket that fits snugly on top of the saucepan, or in the countertop steamer’s tray, and scatter the vegetables around the chicken. Steam the chicken until it’s cooked through and the internal temperature of a breast registers 165 degrees F. (74 degrees C) on an instant-read thermometer Fotolia.com A countertop steamer makes easy work of cooking the chicken and inserted into its thickest part, 8 to 10 minutes, at which point the vegetables. vegetables should be tender. Scoop the rice into individual ual bowls of steamed brown rice. their expressions change from One taste and you may well dismay to delight at their first bite! heated serving bowls or onto plates. Distribute the vegetable find yourself becoming a convert pieces around the rice on each to the art of steaming. Feel free SPICE-RUBBED CHICKEN to vary the seasonings as you like, BREASTS WITH STEAMED plate. Transfer the chicken breasts once you’ve tried my version here. VEGETABLES to a cutting board. With a sharp The spice paste also works very Serves 4 knife, cut each breast crosswise well for steaming your favorite • 4 boneless, skinless at a 45-degree angle into slices organic chicken breasts, fish fillets. about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick. Fan each about 4 ounces And just imagine what fun out each slice on top of the rice. (125 g) you’ll have telling your guests Garnish with fresh cilantro and you’ve made them steamed chick- • 1 tablespoon scallions and serve immediately. minced fresh ginger en for dinner — and watching

J^Wj / ZebbWh bkdY^ _i mehj^ ceh[ j^Wd oek j^_da$ B_a[ '/"&&& ZebbWhi ceh[$ EVX` ndjg dlc ajcX] ^chiZVY d[ \d^c\ dji# + hVkZY V YVn m * YVnh V lZZ` m &% nZVgh m + ^ciZgZhi 2 &.!*.'# I]Vi XdjaY WZ bdcZn ^c ndjg edX`Zi# HbVaa X]Vc\Zh idYVn# 7^\ WjX`h idbdggdl# <d id [ZZYi]Ze^\#dg\ [dg [gZZ hVk^c\h i^eh#

Section 2

Thursday, January 22, 2015

The Regional News - The Reporter

Out & About

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

Submitted photo

McCord offers creative nights out Thinking of an enjoyable day or night out with your friends? co-workers? your church group? woman’s club? bachelorette party? or date night? McCord Gallery & Cultural Center offers several opportunities for groups to have a fun time with art. Members of the Palos Park Garden Guild I gathered at McCord last week for a class in silk dying with instructor Karen Snow. Even the most inexperienced participant went home with a lovely scarf and sachet and a sense of pride in what they accomplished that day. Instructor Karen Snow discussed the techniques of using dyes for silk scarves (left). Later, the class

enjoyed the scarf made by Guild president Faye Schamanski (right). Other art-related group activities available at McCord include birthday parties with instructor Liz Wall and “Monet and Merlot” evenings with Beth Leahy. For more information about these events, call 671-0648. McCord Gallery & Cultural Center is located at 9602 W. Creek Road (129th and LaGrange), Palos Park. Visit www.mccordgallery.org

Videoview by Jay Bobbin

Photo by Connie Secor

Turtles take 3rd in photo contest Orland Park resident Connie Secor won third place in the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s Woods Walk photo contest with a picture of red-eared slider turtles sunning themselves on a rock at Rock Run Preserve in Joliet. Her prize was a travel blanket. All 123 photo entries can be viewed on the district’s website, ReconnectWithNature.org. The district’s 2014 Woods Walk challenge began on June 1 and ended on Oct. 31. Participants who completed seven of 10 preserve trail hikes earned medals. Woods Walk hikers also were encouraged to submit their best snapshots for the photo contest.

(NOTICE: Ratings for each film begin with a ‘star’ rating — one star meaning ‘poor,’ four meaning ‘excellent’ — followed by the Motion Picture Association of America rating, and then by a family-viewing guide, the key for which appears below.) STARTING THIS WEEK: “LUCY”: Action-movie specialist Luc Besson (“Taken,” “The Transporter”) skillfully merges sci-fi and espionage in this clever story of a woman — smartly played by Scarlett Johansson — whose mental and physical skills increase dramatically after she ingests some of the dangerous drug she’s forced to transport. She becomes a onewoman army, and those who are on her list for revenge can only be doomed. Morgan Freeman plays a professor who offers background on what causes the titanic change in our heroine. Analeigh Tipton (“Manhattan Love Story”) has a supporting role. DVD extra: “making-of” documentary. *** (R: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “THE BOXTROLLS”: An orphan tries to protect the trash collectors who raised him — the title characters — from an exterminator in this animated fantasy. An enemy with the decidedly villainous name Archibald Snatcher (voice of Ben Kingsley) doesn’t make things easy for the young hero and his new accomplice in rescuing ... nor, obviously, for the Boxtrolls themselves. Tracy Morgan, Jared Harris (“Mad Men”) and Nick Frost also are in the voice cast. DVD extras: “making-of” documentaries; audio commentary by directors Anthony Stacchi and Graham Annable. *** (PG: AS) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “ANNABELLE”: Chucky of “Child’s Play” fame isn’t the only deadly doll to fuel a movie, it turns out, as proven by this reasonably

effective horror tale. The film is a prequel of sorts to “The Conjuring,” making a couple — played by Ward Horton and the appropriately named Annabelle Wallis — the victims of a home invasion by cult members. The attackers don’t realize that the husband has given his wife the vintage doll named Annabelle ... but the supposedly inanimate object’s power soon becomes lethally clear. Alfre Woodard and Tony Amendola (“Once Upon a Time”) also are featured. DVD extra: “making-of” documentary. *** (R: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “THE ZERO THEOREM”: Big ideas collide with very human desires in one-of-a-kind director Terry Gilliam’s story of the search for the reason mankind exists. Two-time Oscar winner Christoph Waltz plays a computer hacker who’s on that hunt, but others who don’t want him to complete it send a potential love interest (Melanie Thierry) to take his mind off his quest. Matt Damon, Tilda Swinton and David Thewlis also star. DVD extras: “making-of” documentaries. *** (R: AS, N, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “THE DROP”: Unable to repay a loan from the underworld, two relatives find themselves enmeshed in a struggle for survival in this melodrama. Trying to get the money they need to let themselves off the hook with the Mob, a bartender and his boss (Tom Hardy and, in his final screen appearance, James Gandolfini) get involved in a robbery that goes bad ... sending matters for them from awful to even worse. Noomi Rapace also stars. DVD extras: “making-of” documentaries; audio commentary by director Michael R. Roskam and writer Dennis Lehane; deleted scenes. *** (R: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray) “RUDDERLESS”: Long acclaimed for his acting, William H.

Macy (“Shameless”) turns director with this drama about an advertising man (Billy Crudup) grieving over the loss of his son. The late musician’s demo tapes are found by his dad, who decides to perform one of the tunes publicly — then unites with another musician (Anton Yelchin, “Star Trek”) to form an act that meets with surprising success. Felicity Huffman, Macy’s wife, also appears. DVD extras: “making-of” documentary; deleted scenes; music video. *** (R: AS, P) (Also on On Demand) COMING SOON: “BEFORE I GO TO SLEEP” (Jan. 27): Nicole Kidman plays a woman whose memory is blanked out daily, putting her in peril when she starts recalling things. (R: AS, P, V) “THE BOOK OF LIFE” (Jan. 27): Channing Tatum and Zoe Saldana are in the voice cast of this animated tale about a young man facing down his fears. (PG: AS) “FURY” (Jan. 27): Brad Pitt stars as the leader of a Sherman tank crew operating behind enemy lines during World War II. (R: AS, P, GV) “THE JUDGE” (Jan. 27): An attorney (Robert Downey Jr.) represents his estranged father (Robert Duvall), the title judge, against a murder charge. (R: AS, P) “DRACULA UNTOLD” (Feb. 3): The roots of the vampire (Luke Evans) are traced as he tries to protect his family and kingdom. (PG-13: AS, P, V) “ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY” (Feb. 10): As he turns 12, Alexander makes a wish that causes trouble (Ed Oxenbould) for his whole family; Steve Carell and Jennifer Garner also star. (PG: AS, P) FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nudity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, particularly graphic violence.

Beverly Environmental, LLC Landscape Architects & Contractors

Little Learners Preschool Where the future begins!

Supplied photo

Dahlia Club will show new varieties available The Southtown Dahlia Club will meet this Sunday, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., at the Crestwood Civic Center, 14025 S. Kostner Ave. in Crestwood. A slide presentation featuring the American Dahlia Society’s new 2015 dahlia introductions will be shown. This presentation is one of the club’s most important meetings for guests to view and select newly registered dahlias available only by mail order from specialized growers. This presentation is open to all gardeners, free of charge. For more information, visit southtowndahliaclub.com/

OPEN HOUSE! • Snow & Ice Removal • Custom Hardscapes • Property Master Planning/ Phasing • Ponds & Water Features • Retaining Walls & Natural Stone • Landscapes Design • Garden Design & Lawn Maintenance • Free Estimates

Beverly Environmental, LLC

(708) 331-4911

www.beverlyenvironmental.com Spot

February 7th 2015 10:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.

Palos Heights Recreation Center 6601 W. 127th Street

Attend the open house and receive a $25 off coupon to use towards Little Learners registration! Any questions call 708-361-1807