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Evergreen Park Mayor James Sexton (inset) said at his State of the Village Address last Thursday that he was hoping a developer would purchase the Plaza, demolish the building and rebuild a lifestyle center with high-end stores. But the deal fell through this week, according to a report.

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one for the village. “It’s a wide open playing field” right now,” Ben Wineman, principal at Mid-America Real Estate, Evergreen Park Mayor James the Oak Brook-based brokerage Sexton last Thursday hinted that selling the Plaza, told Crains. plans for a lifestyle center at the S.L. Van der Zanden, CEO of site of the shuttered Plaza were Resolutions, a Chicago-based com“inching closer” to reality. He pany that’s serving as a courtbrought it up at a State of the appointed receiver for the mall Village Address at the village’s during the foreclosure process, Community Center. told Crains the deal fell through. But reality hit the mayor and It appears to be a huge blow the village hard as Crain’s Chicago for EP. Last Thursday, Sexton Business reported Tuesday that a said he was hopeful a deal will be potential deal with the Tampa-based closed before the end of the year. DeBartelo group collapsed and the Of course, the village has been foreclosure process has restarted. close to sealing the deal on the Plaza It looks like it’s back to square before, only to see various obstacles

get in the way. Sexton was hopeful this time was for real. It’s been a long process already and it could get longer to sell and demolish the 730,000-plus squarefoot mall. “It’s like having four molars removed,” Sexton said. The Plaza closed the doors on the interior mall in May, 2013 after 60 of years of business in the community. It fell into foreclosure in 2011. A development firm led by former San Francisco 49ers’ owner Eddie DeBartolo had plans to demolish the mall and replace it with a more contemporary, $112 million shopping center. DeBartolo Development LLC

planned to build a “lifestyle center” at the 30.2-acre site at 9500 S. Western Ave. The Plaza and other recent retail developments were the focal points of Sexton’s annual address, sponsored by the Senior Citizen Council of Evergreen Park. Sexton delivered his remarks before approximately 85 people at the center. Sexton also discussed property taxes and took questions from the audience at the end of the village address, his 13th as mayor. But there was no was question that the changing face of Evergreen Park was the key to the mayor’s remarks, which lasted about 20 minutes.

“The future of Evergreen Park has never been brighter,” Sexton said, referring to ongoing development on the east side of town, including Menards, Meijer and the soon-to-open Mariano’s. Mariano’s is scheduled to open the first week of February, and a job fair for Evergreen Park residents on Dec. 4 at Village Hall. “We’ve got a lot of our local people to put work,” he said. The mayor added that the new Walgreen’s at the 95th Street and Pulaski Road, serves as muchimproved gateway to the western entrance to the village. He added (Continued on page 11)

Micetich to be named Worth police chief By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter Worth trustees are expected to appoint the village’s next top cop at Tuesday’s village board meeting. The village stayed in house and selected Deputy Chief Mark Micetich to replace Martin Knolmayer, who retired in October after 28 years with the department. Meanwhile, the board is also expected to name Charles Kulisek as deputy chief. Trustee Warren Soldan, who chairs the board’s public safety committee, said trustees discussed both hiring from within the department or interviewing outside candidates.” “The thinking of the board was, ‘do we go outside or stay in house and see if we have qualified people,” Soldan said. The village never considered any specific outside candidates, he said. Micetich is a 22-year veteran

of the Worth police department. He joined the department in 1992 and worked his way through the ranks beginning with a decade in the patrol division, according to the village website. He was promoted to detective in March 2002 and assigned to both the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force and the South Suburban Major Case Unit. He later was promoted to sergeant and reassigned to the patrol division where he supervised a shift. In December 2006, Micetich was promoted to lieutenant and oversaw the patrol operations. He was appointed acting chief of operations in November 2010 and assisted with the reorganization of police department. Micetich began his law enforcement career in 1988 at Little Company of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Park, and also worked for the Hometown Police Department.

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A doubledog fare In an unusual start to the 2014-15 girls basketball season, Richards’ varsity’s first game found the Bulldogs facing their own sophomore team last Wednesday in the opening round of the Bobby Bolton Classic in Oak Lawn. Curie was supposed to be the opening opponent but pulled out of the tournament at 11:30 a.m. that day according to officials. So, the Bulldogs, known as the BIGDOGS on the scoreboard, took a 2-0 forfeit win and played the sophomores (LILDOGS on the board) and won 61-32. Pictured, Jailyn Wilks of the LILDOGS helps Sydni Tears of the BIGDOGS up after a play.

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Samantha L. Ramirez, 22, of Chicago Ridge, was charged with battery Nov. 16 after an altercation in the 6200 block of Washington Street, police said. ***    Natasha N. Mayden, 18, of Chicago, was charged with theft by an employee Nov. 21 after allegedly stealing money from Carson’s at Chicago Ridge Mall, police said. ***    Frederick J. Hudson, 20, of Oak Lawn, was charged with theft Nov. 21 after he allegedly stole goods from Home Depot at Chicago Ridge Commons, police said. ***   Lauren Collins, 32, of Chicago, was charged with driving without a valid license, no insurance and expired registration Nov. 21 following a stop in the 6400 block of 95th Street, police said. ***    Liliana G. Treto, 22, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Nov. 21 after allegedly stealing merchandise from Kohl’s at Chicago Ridge Mall, police said. ***   Lawrence P. Green, 24, of Chicago, was charged with driving without a valid license, no insurance and speeding Nov. 21 after a stop at 103rd Street and Southwest Highway, police said. ***    Brian A. Fogarty, 43, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license after a Nov. 22 stop in the 400 block of Chicago Ridge Mall Drive, police said. ***   Paul Kiruli, 32, of Crestwood, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 22 after he was stopped at 104th Street and Ridgeland Avenue, police said. ***    Daniel J. Scanlan, 39, of Chicago Ridge, was charged with drunken driving, no insurance and driving off the roadway Nov. 23 after she was stopped at 107th Street and Central Avenue, police said.

Stanley T. Townsend, 52, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 10 after he was stopped in the 3700 block of 95th Street, police said. ***   Glen G. Hazzard, 50, of Evergreen Park, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 11 after being stopped in the 3300 block of 95th Street, police said. ***   Anibal J. Vega, 41, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 12 after a stop at 87th Street and Rockwell Avenue, police said. ***    David H. Green, 51, of Evergreen Park, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 12 after a stop in the 2700 block of 87th Street, police said. ***   Milford Rogers, 24, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 14 after a stop at 87th Street and California Avenue, police said. ***    Rugenia M. Smith, 50, of Calumet City, was charged with driving without a valid license after a Nov. 14 stop at 95th Street and Kedzie Avenue, police said. ***    Andrew L. Fredrick, 25, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 14 after a stop in the 3300 block of 95th Street, police said. ***    Deardra Hughes, 47, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 15 after a stop at 87th Street and California Avenue, police said. ***    Toure C. Richards, 41, of Dolton, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 15 after being stopped at 95th Street and Utica Avenue, police said. ***   Amrin Munshi, 24, of Chicago Ridge, was charged with driving

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on a suspended license after being stopped Nov. 15 in the 3900 block of 95th Street, police said. ***   Sean M. Adams, 24, of Hometown, was charged with possession of marijuana and drug equipment after a Nov. 15 stop in the 3900 block of 93rd Street, police said. ***    Alvin L. Spann, 36, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 16 after he was stopped at 95th Street and Kedzie Avenue, police said.

Hickory Hills    Andrew W. Vogt, 28, of Hickory Hills, was charged with possession of marijuana Nov. 13 after a stop in the 8200 block of 87th Street, police said. ***    Eric M. Jouravleff, 22, of Hickory Hills, was charged with driving on a suspended following a Nov. 14 stop in the 7800 block of 95th Street, police said. ***    Robert M. Shaughnessy, 19, of Hometown, was charged with possession of marijuana Nov. 19 after being stopped at 90th Street and Roberts Road, police said.

Oak Lawn   A bank bag containing $1,000 was reported stolen between Oct. 24-29 from Oak Lawn Community High School. ***   Thomas J. Matuszak, 22, of Oak Lawn, was charged with drunken driving and disobeying a traffic signal Nov. 8 after a stop 52nd Street and Southwest Highway, police said. ***   Devin D. Butler, 27, of Chicago Ridge, was charged with drunken driving, failure to signal and speeding Nov. 10 after a stop at 95th Street and Southwest Highway, police said. ***   Laura C. Rodriguez, 28, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft, possession of marijuana with intent to deliver and possession of drug equipment, and Christopher D. Drane, 26, of Chicago Heights, was charged with retail theft and resisting arrest Nov. 14 after allegedly stealing merchandise from Marianos, 11000 S. Cicero Ave., police said. ***    Steven K. Hanley, 30, of Chicago, was charged with drunken driving, no insurance, improper backing and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident after an Nov. 11 stop at 96th Place and Cicero Avenue, police said. ***    Kevin L. Vauters, 43, of Oak Lawn, was charged with assault Nov. 14 after a disturbance at 95th Street and Pulaski Road, police said. ***   Wesley J. Billups, 25, of Chicago, was charged with drunken driving, improper lane use and speeding Nov. 15 following a stop at Southwest Highway and 50th Avenue, police said. ***   Elliott A. Bell, 48, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Nov. 15 after allegedly stealing goods from Jewel-Osco, 9424 S. Pulaski Road, police said.

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Kevin M. Burger, 44, of Worth, was charged with damage to property Nov. 20 after he allegedly damaged the windshield of a car in the 7200 block of 107th Street, police said. ***    Hasaan J. Hall, 22, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 18 after a stop at 111th Street and Harlem Avenue, police said. ***   Ali Alqadeeb, 18, of Chicago    A man was robbed at 7 p.m. Nov. Ridge, was charged with driving 22 while walking in the 11100 block without a valid license Nov. 21 of Roberts Road, police said. The after being stopped in the 6500 man told police he was approached block of 107th Street, police said. by three men, one who was carrying a metal pipe. The victim said Area police departments the men took $300 in prescription Chicago Ridge 425-7831 medication, police said. Evergreen Park 422-2142 *** Hickory Hills 598-4900    Marissa Brooks, 24, of Chicago, Oak Lawn 499-7722 was charged with theft Nov. 20 Palos Hills 598-2272 after allegedly stealing gift cards Worth 448-3979

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More trouble for ex-Worth Park District Commissioner By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

Martin was arrested on Oct. 21 as he was leaving a Denver, Colo., location where he was working on A former Worth Park District a project. He asked for an attorney commissioner faces sex crimes in before police read him his rights, Colorado, 15 months after being police said. charged with a similar offense in Also, on Oct. 21, Martin reportOrland Park, police said. edly admitted during a phone call Anthony Michael Martin was with a detective that he had talked charged in Jefferson County, Colo., to a teen persona about meeting with Internet luring of a child and and having sex. He also admitted Internet sexual exploitation of a to requesting naked photos of her. child. The charges were filed in Martin told the investigator, “it was Martin October. just idle chat,” according to the Martin remains in custody on and provided his phone number, affidavit. $10,000 bond. He appeared in court the affidavit said. Martin was charged in August on Tuesday. The investigator then texted 2013 of indecent solicitation of a Martin resigned as a park board Martin using the teen persona. child, Orland Park police said. commissioner on Aug. 21, 2013. Martin said he liked petite girls. The charge, a felony, stems from He cited “personal reasons” for “I like drinking and making out. text messages he allegedly he sent his resignation, said Worth Park [Your] house or my hotel room,” to a 14-year-old Orland Park girl, District Director Carlo Capalbo. he allegedly texted. who he met at a party, according He became a park district comMartin allegedly also described to 20-page police report. missioner in April 2013 following his sexual preferences in detail and Martin worked with the boya successful write-in campaign for asked the female persona specific friend of the girl’s mother, and the an open seat on the five-member details about her appearance. He party was thrown by their boss, board. also asked if the girl had nude pic- police said. The Colorado charges came after tures and if she would send some Martin was released on $100,000 an investigator for the Jefferson to him, according the affidavit. bond, said Orland Park Police ComCounty District’s Attorney’s office, Police said Martin added that he mander John Keating. portraying a teen under 15-years- liked younger women. “I’d marry Martin’s texts allegedly asked the old, communicated with Martin on one,” he allegedly texted. girl if she drank, was interested a social networking site, according The teen persona on Oct. 19 in piercings and if he could sneak to a four-page affidavit filed Oct. 22 asked via a text if Martin if he her out for an overnight visit so in Jefferson County Court. wanted to meet. Martin said he she could get her navel pierced, The investigator, who was not did and asked for her address. according to the Orland Park police. participating in chat room commu- But on Oct. 21 he told the girl he Martin allegedly called the girl a nications, received an Oct. 18 mes- would be unable to meet her, the “sexy dork” and asked if she would sage from “olderguy407” ( whom affidavit said. like to “mess around with” him or police said was Martin) that said, Police learned where Martin was consider getting to know him ro“You are beautiful and very sexy.” working in Colorado after speaking mantically, police said. He allegedly Martin’s profile said he was from with Sean Morrison, the CEO of asked her to send him a picture Chicago, but he told the teen that Morrison Security Corp., located in of her belly, face, fully clothed or he would be in Colorado beginning Alsip. Martin was a vice president whatever she wanted to send him, Oct. 20, would love to meet her at the company. reports said.

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***   Electrical supplies valued at $4,000 were reported stolen Nov. 15-16 from a van parked in the 8700 block of Nashville Avenue, police said. ***    Catalytic convertors were reported stolen from two cars between Nov. 15 and 19 while parked in the lot of Global Auto Repair, 8836 S. Cicero Ave. ***   Ryan D. McDonald, 21, of Chicago, was charged with drunken driving, driving in the wrong lane and improper parking after a Nov. 16 stop at 99th Street and Southwest Highway, police said. ***   Dorothy Ford, 47, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Nov. 16 after allegedly stealing merchandise from Target, 4120 W. 95th St., police said. ***    Jill A. Kulpa, 31, of Palos Hills, was charged with drunken driving Nov. 17 after he was stopped at 95th Street and Natoma Avenue, police said. ***    Brian M. Diebold, 33, of Downers Grove, was charged with trespass-

An Oak Lawn man was arrested three times last week while protesting in Ferguson, Mo., according to several news sources in St. Louis.   David Rodriguez, 26, was charged with unlawful assembly and refusal to disperse last Saturday as crowds of protesters awaited a grand jury’s decision on whether to indict a white

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police officer who shot an unarmed black teenager.    The grand jury's decision on Monday decided not to indict Ferguson police Officer Darren Wilson in the August shooting death of 18-year-old Michael Brown. The decision sparked a fury of violent protests that included burning several buildings.   Rodriguez was arrested by St. Louis County police last Saturday during overnight protests near the Ferguson Police Department after refusing the leave the roadway and impeding traffic about 11:45 p.m., police said.   The Oak Lawn man also was arrested during last Wednesday and Friday night's protests in Ferguson, reports said.    Since the August shooting, protests have gone on nearly nightly in Ferguson, and the authorities said that Friday night’s group of demonstrators swelled to about 160 people. — Bob Rakow

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out in force this weekend Police and safety officials in Oak Lawn are reminding residents to fasten their seat belts over the Thanksgiving holiday period or run the risk of receiving a ticket. “Whether you’re going across town or across the state this Thanksgiving, please make sure you and everyone riding with you are wearing their seat belts,” said Sgt. Robert Brewer. “You may be enjoying the holiday, but rest assured that police will still be out in force, as part of this year’s Click It or Ticket campaign, making sure motorist road trips are as safe as possible.” The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is proud that Illinois has a 93.6 percent daytime safety belt usage rate. However, far too many drivers and passengers still do not buckle up. In Illinois, during the Thanksgiving holiday period in 2011, eight vehicle occupants died in motor vehicle traffic crashes- four of those deaths involved a drinking driver and over 800 were injured. “Fastening a seat belt takes only a second or two, and costs you nothing. Not wearing a seat belt, especially during this Thanksgiving period, will definitely cost you a ticket at the very least, or even worse, your life,” said Brewer. Seat belt use is the single most effective way to protect people and reduce fatalities in motor vehicle crashes, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Research has shown that when lap and shoulder belts are used properly, the risk of fatal injury to front seat passenger car occupants is reduced by 45 percent, and the risk of moderate to serious injury is reduced by 50 percent. —Oak Lawn Police


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A Vorva you should know a.k.a. the Great Ape Advocate Once upon a time in the old, old days before the Internet, I used to play a game in a hotel room. OK, get your minds out of the gutter – this is innocent. Any time I would travel, I would find the phone book (remember them?) in the hotel room and see if there was anyone listed by the name of Vorva. It never happened. Vorva is not a common name. But I knew there had to be some out there. It turned out to be impossible to find another one. Maybe they were there but unlisted. And then came the big I. The information superhighway. Google! And yes, there are Vorvas scattered in cyberspace. At first there was a Michigan politician named Jerry Vorva who seemed to get a lot of love from the Internet. Then a lot of my stories began popping up in newspapers, and when I started covering the Cubs, it appeared I was the most famous Vorva on the Internet. Or at least the one who got his name out there the most. For a little while, I was King Vorva. Then this girl scout in Michigan named Madison Vorva burst on the scene a few years ago. What does a Vorva, girl scout cookies and orangutans have in common? If you guessed that me eating girl scout cookies gives me the shape of an orangutan, you are not far off the mark, but you are wrong. Madison started this crusade in which she tried to get the Girl Scout organization to change the

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oils in their cookies. See, she figured out in 2007 that the palm oil used can contribute to the “deforestation, destruction of orangutangs’ habitat, climate changes and human rights abuses,” according to a news release put out by Pomona College, which she is attending. Vorva and fellow scout Rhiannon Tomtishen, won a Bronze Star for their efforts but they also started making news. Heck, they made the Huffington Post. Even I haven’t gotten that far. Earlier this year, Kellogg announced a global commitment to use “fully traceable palm oil, produced in a manner that’s environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically viable” when it manufactures its foods – including Girl Scout cookies. “The Girls Scout cookie campaign was really the bridge to Kellogg,” said Vorva in the Poloma news release. “They’re one of two bakers of Girl Scout cookies. They are also a Michigan company, right in my backyard. Because big corporations like Kellogg use a lot more palm oil than the Girls Scouts, we wanted to influence them as well.

“We had an in-person meeting [with Kellogg] in April. 2012 and promised to stay in touch. Last August, we delivered over 115,000 petitions to Kellogg’s headquarters in partnership with an organization called SumofUs. The petitions asked Kellogg to use their influence to persuade Wilmar - a Singaporean company with whom they have major joint ventures - to adopt a deforestation-free palm oil policy. “Kellogg’s new policy is really the strongest commitment by an American company taking a stand to prevent deforestation for palm oil production because of its traceability guidelines and implementation timeline and it means the portion of Girl Scout Cookies the company bakes will also be deforestation-free. I’ve been working on this since I was 11 years old, and all of this hard work finally translated into a truly responsible policy. It’s very much a victory!” In 2009, she was invited to Brookfield Zoo and they dubbed her the “Great Ape Advocate.’’ Vorva was invited to speak at the United Nations’ celebration of International Forests’ Day in March. She has not even turned 20 and has already made a huge impact to help change the world. I never met her, but I feel like I know a lot about her. I’m proud she’s a Vorva.

More comedy from the cowards

We haven’t poked fun at the Cowardly Blog in Oak Lawn for a while because quite frankly their hysterical bleatings were getting boring.

I mean, how many times can you beat the same horses? Yes, we know the mayor is bad and crooked. The village manager is bad and crooked. Some trustees are bad and crooked. The mayor is bad and crooked. The village manager is bad and crooked. Some trustees are bad and crooked. The mayor is bad and crooked… And they refuse to put names to the blog, which is still a joke. But now they hit home and home is going to hit back. Two weeks ago, we ran public comments made by Trustee Tim Desmond (one of those bad and crooked trustees) at the Oak Lawn UFC battle, er, board meeting, criticizing the blog over a brochure distributed on Election Day. In last week’s paper, we ran a story about an open letter written by trustees Terry Vorderer and Alex Olejniczak (two more of those bad and crooked trustees) that took issue with the Cowardly Blog, and Bob Rakow did a fine analysis about the situation. The Cowardly Blog, however, did another anonymous bleating piece and decided to teach us all some journalism lessons. OK, I’m not too old to learn some new lessons, so I read their suggestion. The Cowardly Blog’s attorney, Dennis Brennan, was quoted as saying the Reporter and another news source never bothered to call the Cowardly Blog to verify the “outrageous falsehood.” Uh, Dennis. There is no one to call. Your boys and girls are anonymous. Ghosts. Oh, and as of Friday afternoon, there was no phone number pro-

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Madison Vorva, who has changed the way Girl Scout cookies were made, had unseated columnist Jeff Vorva as the most famous Vorva on the Internet, but he doesn’t mind. She’s done things to change the world. vided on the Cowardly Blog to call. Otherwise, barrister, you make a fine argument.

A belated toast Belated birthday wishes go out to the guy I referred to as the ageless wonder in a column a few weeks ago.

Anthony Scaranio of Evergreen Park, whom most of his readers know as the Wine Guy, turned 94 on Tuesday. He doesn’t write new columns but his best-of column has aged like a fine wine. We hope he had a blast celebrating No. 94. Six more years to triple digits!

Giving their best to woman behind the Fest Palos Hills officials laud outgoing longtime commissioner Vincent By Michael Gilbert Correspondent

the residents.” Among Vincent’s job duties were creating and organizing The force behind Friendship programs for the recreation deFest for close to two decades is partment as well as overseeing leaving her post. all special events, including the Palos Hills officials said their annual Friendship Fest. goodbyes to longtime Resource Alderman Pauline Stratton (2nd and Recreation Commissioner Ward), who serves as chairman of Mary Jo Vincent, who recently the City Council’s committee on announced her resignation effec- Parks and Recreation, said it was tive Dec. 3. an “honor” to work with Vincent “I want to thank you for your over the years. hard work and the many success“You and your staff have added ful programs you’ve had over the so many quality events and activiyears,” Palos Hills Mayor Gerald ties for our residents,” Stratton Bennett told Vincent at the City said. “Thank you for your years Council meeting last Thursday. of service. You will be missed.” “You’ve done a great job. I can’t Alderman Joe Marrotta said say enough to your years of ser- Vincent was one of the first people vice and dedication to the city. he met when his family moved to It has been a pleasure to work Palos Hills 12 years ago. with you.” “We put our kids in the park Vincent, who oversaw the city’s programs and she was great with special events including the an- them,” Marrotta said. “To this nual Friendship Fest in the sum- day my kids talk about Mary Jo mer, promised the council she’ll and the park programs and the return next summer to volunteer summer camps. I’m really sad to at the fest. see you go. I wish you luck with Vincent was hired as the city’s whatever you have going forward. community resource commission- Whoever comes in has some big er in the July, 1997. Approximate- shoes to fill.” ly four years later, Bennett merged Alderman Marty Kleefisch (1st that part-time job with the posi- Ward) praised Vincent’s involvetion of recreation commissioner ment with the city’s Beatification creating a full-time position that Committee, including assisting Vincent has held since. with the annual Beatification Vincent said her decision to re- Contest, which recognizes those sign was due to her lengthy daily residents with the top gardens commute from Monee. She has in town. not accepted another job with a “I want to extend my thanks different municipality, she said. to you for helping me so much,” “The drive just got to be too Kleefisch said. “I think you added much, especially in the winter,” a level of professionalism to it that Vincent said. “Otherwise, this maybe wouldn’t have been there.” was the perfect job. It allowed Bennett said the job will soon me to be very creative and you be posted on the city’s website really felt like you were helping as well as a number of job sites

very playable and you can use just about any club in your bag.” The 2015 golf season is slated with the intent to fill the posi- which allows for the purchase of to open on March 1. For more tion shortly after the start of the two rounds of golf for the price information on the club, visit New Year. of one from noon to 3 p.m., have www.paloshillsweb.org and click • In other news, Alderman also helped drive up revenues, on the “Golf Club” link. Ricky Moore (4th Ward) told the Druhan noted. council and the dozen residents The, nine-hole, par-35 course Outgoing Palos Hills in attendance that revenue at the stretches 3,000 feet and contains Resource and Recreation City of Palos Hills Golf Club was a pair of par-5s, three par-3s and Commissioner Mary Jo up $20,000 this year compared four par-4s. Rates range from $8 Vincent, right, listens as to 2013. to $17 depending on the age of members of the City Council Golf course director Jay Druhan the golfer, time and season. say their goodbyes during the said after the meeting that the “The course offers standard meeting last Thursday. Vincent increase in revenue wasn’t due to golf for anybody from a junior is resigning from her position one particular factor, but rather up to senior,” Druhan said. “It’s effective Dec. 3. a number of reasons. “The economy over the last couple of years has started to pick up again, the weather is always a factor and we’ve altered our rate structures,” he said. Druhan also said the golf course is working with a third-party booking company called GolfNow.com, which enables golfers to reserve tee times online from their computer or mobile device. “GolfNow is the No. 1 booking engine in the United States,” Druhan said. “We’ve partnered with them and it has increased our revenues.” Druhan said another factor to the revenue boost was a handful of changes and improvements to the nine-hole course, 7301 W. 105th St. He said the course was previously considered “a linksstyle golf course” that contained natural areas, high grasses and unmaintained areas. Over the last few years the course has become more conventional with those areas being maintained. “We’ve been transitioning those links-style areas to a more contemporary style,” he said. A number of promotions, inShorter hospital stays can make your recovery cluding the “Siesta Special,”

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Oak Lawn trustee gives the 411 on 911 training By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter Debate over the performance of Oak Lawn’s emergency dispatch system has become commonplace at village board meetings and Tuesday night was no exception. This meeting, however, was not highlighted by the emotion and angry outbursts that were evident two weeks ago when Mayor Sandra Bury called for a five-minute break during a heated exchange. Trustee Terry Vorderer—as he did two weeks ago—got the ball rolling as he explained the training procedures of Norcom, the current service used by the village. Vorderer said he talked with Norcom officials and dispatch center director Bill Villanova to get details on the training dispatchers receive. Vorderer was told the dispatchers go through a rigorous application process. Those hired receive two to three weeks training from Norcom before getting an additional six weeks

training at Oak Lawn’s backup up dispatch center. He added that training is ongoing for dispatchers as it is for all of the village’s first responders. Vorderer’s remarks come two weeks after Bury, pressed for details on Norcom’s training procedures, would only say that the specifics were available online. Trustee Bob Streit, a critic of the village’s decision to outsource 911 services to Norcom, has contended that Norcom dispatchers are insufficiently trained and don’t know the village’s layout. He added that dispatchers who worked for the village prior to the decision to outsource received eight or nine months of training. Streit recalled that it was two days before last Thanksgiving when the board made the decision to outsource 911. He reiterated that the move was the worst decision the village board has ever made. “It does put the safety of our

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residents and the first responders at risk every day,” Streit said. “We can sit here and spin this any way we want. It’s just appalling.” The senior trustee unsuccessfully called for the issuance of a 90-day termination notice of Norcom’s services. Trustee Alex Olejniczak said he spoke with Villanova, Police Chief Mike Murray and Fire Chief George Sheets and none has concerns with the current dispatch services. “All of them said dispatch can work to get better,” Olejniczak said. “No one is perfect. Mistakes were made.” Olejniczak also accused Streit of “wordsmithing” to exaggerate the seriousness of the 911 concerns. For example, Olejniczak said, the 46 emails written by village firefighters about the dispatching center were concerns, not complaints, as Streit likes to say. The majority of the concerns were not deemed serious enough to be brought to the attention of the fire chief, Bury added.

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Our Neighborhood Hooping it up before the Bears game Photos by Jeff Vorva

Mason Jones, 2, of Oak Lawn concentrates before shooting at the free-throw shooting contest at the Oak Lawn Pavilion before the Bears game on Sunday.

Palos Hills’ Brayson McKendrick, 6, of Palos Hills shows off his form (above and right photos) during the free throw shooting contest in Oak Lawn and later asked if he won a turkey. Turkeys were offered as prizes at the Turkey Shoot.

Water bottles and other prizes were given away for participants in the Turkey Shoot.

Cathy (left) and Isabella Marrero of Burbank hug after competing in the Turkey Shoot in which Isaac Valadez, 2, of Oak Lawn, heaves a free throw during Sunday morning’s Turkey Shoot Free Throw Contest in Oak Lawn. parents and kids tag-teamed in a free-throw shooting contest for prizes.

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News and events from our archives.

Home for the holidays 50 years ago

From the Nov. 26, 1964   The story: Johnny, 3, and Jeffrey, 2, Henderson of Hickory Hills were expected to be home before the holidays after the two suffered serious burns in a house fire in September.   The quote: “Please tell all the boys and girls that I am on my way to Palos Heights for the big ‘Santa Parade’ Saturday.’ ’’ – Santa Claus in a letter to the editor.   Fun fact: According to the Ridge Reading column by Kay Landry, Charles Tokar turned 11. Tokar is currently the mayor of Chicago Ridge. You do the math.

Richards wins another football title 25 years ago

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From the Nov. 30, 1989 issue   The story: Richards beat Morris 12-6 in overtime to win its second straight 4A state football championship. The Bulldogs, who had won 28 straight games, picked up a 12-yard scoring strike from John Rutkowski and Rutkowski added a 2-yard run in overtime.   The quote: “I would like to see it but sometimes it’s like banging your head against the wall to get this started.’’ – Oak Lawn Trustee Ronald Stancik on having village streets decorated for the Christmas season. It had been three years without decorations in the village.   Fun fact: The local singing group Kids Spectacular performed on Channel 7.

Rice legend heads to Tobacco Road 10 years ago

From the Nov. 25, 2004 issue   The story: Brother Rice senior Bobby Frasor committed to North Carolina to continue his academic and basketball career.   The quote: “We took comfort in our faith and in the knowledge that God will ultimately judge Dennis Scott with an eternal penalty more horrible and fearsome than any sentence by a state court,’’ – Paul Gaeke, the son of 85-year-old Oak Lawn resident Viola Gaeke after Scott was sentenced to 67 years in prison for murdering Viola.   Fun fact: Trinity Christian College’s women’s basketball team stunned St. Xavier 74-73 when junior Jessica Eenigenburg made a layup with :02 left.

Nov. 27: ON THIS DATE in 1970, Pope Paul VI, visiting the Philippines, was slightly wounded by a dagger-wielding Bolivian painter disguised as a priest.   Nov. 28: ON THIS DATE in 1520, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan reached the Pacific after passing through the South American strait now bearing his name. In 1925, the Grand Ole Opry. Nov. 29: ON THIS DATE in 1981, actress Natalie Wood, 43, fell off a yacht and drowned near Catalina Island, Calif.   Nov. 30: ON THIS DATE in 1782, the United States and Britain signed preliminary peace articles in Paris, ending the Revolutionary War. In 1804, impeached Supreme Court Justice Samuel Chase went on trial, accused of political bias. He was acquitted by the Senate.   Dec. 1: ON THIS DATE in 1891, James Naismith invented the game of basketball. In 1955, black seamstress Rosa Parks was arrested in Montgomery, Alabama, for refusing to give up her seat near the front of a bus to a white man.   Dec. 2: ON THIS DATE in 1804, Napoleon Bonaparte was crowned emperor of France by Pope Pius VII.   Dec. 3: ON THIS DATE in 1621, Galileo perfected the telescope. In 1950, Paul Harvey began his national radio broadcast.   Answer to last week’s question: This week in 1975, Charles Manson follower Lynette Fromme was convicted of trying to assassinate President Ford less than three months earlier in California.   This week’s question: In 1976, actress Elizabeth Taylor married for the seventh time. Her husband would later become a U.S. senator. What was his name?   (Mark Andrews can be reached via e-mail at mlandrews@embarqmail.com.)


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‘Slathered in sunscreen’

Despite rare skin disease, Chicago Ridge girl has her fun-in-the-sun wish granted By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor

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Oak Lawn police spokesman Randy Palmer said he can’t figure out why websites are showing grusome unedited versions of a crash that killed two nuns and a senior citizen in his own.

‘I just don’t get the thrill’ OL police official questions websites running unedited version of fatal accident By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

the release of the 911 tapes also became part of the village’s ongoing political drama. The 911 tapes and video from Trustee Robert Streit, a critic of the fatal Oct. 5 accident at 95th the village’s 911 dispatch center, Street and Cicero Avenue that recently questioned why there was killed three, including two Little six-minute delay between the first Company of Mary sisters, shed call being received by dispatch little new information on the and first responders being sent crash, police said. to the accident scene. “There’s really nothing,” said “Let the police be the police. You Oak Lawn Police Division Chief do what you do for a living,” he Randy Palmer. said. “It makes for good drama.” Local television stations showed Tapes of the 911 calls between edited versions of the video, but the village’s emergency dispatch an unedited version is available center and people at the scene on some websites, though Palmer were released to the media last can’t comprehend wanting to see week as was a video of the acthe crash. cident. “It’s horrific. I just don’t get Police initially held back the 911 the thrill,” Palmer said. tapes and video, saying they were Similarly, Palmer, who was part of an ongoing investigation on the scene moments after the into the crash. crash, said he was stunned to But the department ultimately see parents with little children decided to respond to the flurry observing the accident. of Freedom of Information re“I don’t want to do this. Why quests filed by the media, Palmer do you want to see it? he said. said. The 911 calls—many filled with The crash occurred when a emotion—were received by Oak pick-up truck driven by Edward Lawn’s emergency dispatch cen- L. Carthans, 81, of Chicago, ter just moments after the crash, veered into the opposite of lanes which occurred at 4:27 p.m. of 95th Street, ran a red light and Palmer added that a call for slammed into cars waiting for

the light to change, police said. Little Company of Mary sisters Jean Stickney, 86, and Kab Kyoung Kim, 48, were killed in the crash. Carthans also died at the scene of the accident. Police are still waiting for toxicology reports on Carthans. Witnesses told police they initially saw Carthans slumped over the wheel of the pickup truck at 95th Street and Western Avenue and asked if he needed assistance. Carthans declined help and drove away, police said. Moments later, Carthans was involved in a four-car accident at 95th Street and Keeler Avenue near Target. None of the drivers in the crash were seriously injured or transported to the hospital, officials said. He then drove at a high rate of speed toward 95th Street and Cicero Avenue. As he approached the intersection, he crossed into the eastbound lanes, ran the red light and struck cars stopped at a traffic light on eastbound 95th Street, officials said. Twenty-three people were treated at the scene and 11 were taken to area hospital, officials said.

Chicago Ridge six-year-old Aly Watt has a life-threatening and rare skin disease called juvenile dermatomyositis. That seven-syllable word is a fancy way of saying “STAY OUT OF THE SUN!” So, when she was asked by the Kids Wish Network charity what wish they could grant for her, she chose… Disney World and Universal Studios. In sunny Orlando, Florida. Well, a wish is a wish and the Florida-based organization recently flew her down for a few days for some fun taking rides and meeting characters at the two theme parks and making sure too much sun didn’t meet up with too much skin. “We made sure she was slathered in sunscreen,” Kids Wish media relations official Sarah DePree said. Watt was in Florida Oct. 14 to Oct. 18 and came home just in time for her birthday on Oct. 19. Among the characters Watt met were Princess Ariel and Dora the Explorer. According to the Kids Wish Network, Watt was diagnosed with the dangerous and rare, life-threatening condition in October, 2011. The condition results in muscle weakness among other complications. When Watt’s symptoms first appeared, doctors couldn’t diagnose the cause right away. She spent months deteriorating, awaiting an answer. It wasn’t until she developed a facial rash that her illness was finally determined. Doctors immediately began treatment with an extremely high dose of oral and intravenous steroids

By Tim Hadac Staff Reporter    Three hundred sixty-four days after they announced they were holding the line on taxes, members of the Consolidated High School District 230 Board of Education did it again.   “We are proposing to levy a 0.0 percent increase to the 2013 extension,” wrote Assistant Superintendent for Business Services Steve Langert in a Nov. 17 memo released at Thursday’s board meeting, held at Sandburg High School.   The board agreed and on a motion made by Vice President Patrick O’Sullivan and seconded by Melissa Gracias, passed the estimated levy on a unanimous roll-call vote.    “In accordance with Cook County’s current tax capped extension procedure, we are estimating that the County will extend taxes 1.7 percent greater than our levy request,” he wrote. “Without tax caps, the County would have extended 3 percent greater than our levy request in order to account for potential ‘loss and cost’ from certificate of errors, tax payment defaults, specific objections, tax objections and property tax appeals,” Langert continued.    The bottom line, Langert said, is that the district’s 2014 estimated property tax levy of $104, 473,939 is identical to the 2013 tax extension.    The board is expected to approve the final levy at its next meeting, set for 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18 at Sandburg.   “Once again, the levy is zero, so we are not raising taxes,” said board member Tony Serratore.

“We’ve done it by continuing to balance the budget, without cutting any programs, without having to raise fees, and I think that Steve [Langert] and his group and basically the entire administration really should be commended for their efforts — controlling costs, watching what we do and making sure that everyone’s accountable for what goes on.   Serratore also praised Director of Facilities Bob Hughes and his staff for their role in delivering maximum service for minimal cost.   “It’s nice to be able to go back to the taxpayers and tell them, ‘We’re not increasing your taxes, and we’re not going to try to get the money in other ways,’” Serratore added. “We’re fiscally responsible. I think a lot of credit should be given to people who work here, because they’ve done a tremendous job.”   Board President Rick Nogal agreed.   “It’s a kind of delicate balance, being prudent financial stewards with no tax increase and yet still have the programs we do and achievements and the recognition,” he said. “It’s quite an administrative accomplishment, and

it starts with our superintendent and permeates through all of our schools, our personnel, our teachers, our support people, and all our contractors.”   Also last Thursday, Langert rolled out five-year enrollment projections for all three high schools in the district.    Sandburg’s enrollment, currently at 3,270, is expected to drop to 2,941 in the 2019-20 school year.    Andrew High School is expected to see its number of students drop slightly, from 1,995 today to 1,839 in 2019-20.   Stagg High School should see a surge of more than 10 percent, from its current enrollment of 2,365 to 2,640 in 2019-20.   Langert noted that the projections are made annually and have an impact on budgeting, financial forecasts, attendance and facility planning, but not staffing for next year.    “Staffing for next school year is driven by the course requests from both existing high school students and incoming eighth grade students, which will be finalized in March,” Langert wrote in a memo to Superintendent James Gay.

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Chicago Ridge’s Aly Watt, 6, enjoys a ride during her trip to Orlando, Florida as a part of a wish granted by the Kids Wish Network. and weekly blood-product infusions, KWN officials said. The medication stunted Watt’s growth and caused mood swings, according to the Kids Wish Network. “Aly is braver than anyone I know,” her mother, Jennifer Watt, said in a news release. “She endures stuff most grownups couldn’t, and we thank Kids

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After 11 months, Chicago Ridge agrees to four-year deal with fire department By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

After working under the terms of their previous contract for 11 months, the Chicago Ridge Fire Department has reached a four-year contract agreement with the village.   The village board unanimously approved the deal at its Nov. 18 meeting.   “It’s a very good thing,” said Charles Schmelzer, president of the firefighters’ union. “It was a long and drawn-out process.”   Schmelzer said the village and union compromised to reach a deal, in which firefighters will get a 2 percent pay hike in each of the first three years of the pact.   The two sides agreed to an economic reopener in late 2016 to discuss terms for the final year of the contract.    “Neither side got everything they wanted,” Schmelzer said. Photo by Tim Hadac   For example, he said, the union District 230 Assistant Superintendent for Business Services Steve Langert (left) makes a point wanted each of the department’s about enrollment projections as board members Tony Serratore and Melissa Gracias listen. three shifts to have five full-time firefighters.   The village, however, held its ground and coaxed the union to agree to five firefighters on one shift

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and four on the other two shifts, Schmelzer said.   The village fought to add parttime firefighters to the department, a stipulation that union successfully defeated, he said.   He said the union would have agreed to part-time personnel if the village agreed to 15 full-time firefighters.   Schmelzer said the negotiations were never contentious.   “They never really got ugly,” he said.   He added that reaching a resolution took nearly one year partly because the two parties did not meet regularly, often letting a month pass between bargaining sessions.   Mayor Chuck Tokar also expressed satisfaction with the deal, especially because it allows the village to budget fire department payroll.    “We locked in 2 percent (increases) for each of the next three years,” Tokar said. “I definitely think it’s a good deal for the village.”   Tokar added that completing contract negotiations allows the village to focus on other fire department priorities. Among them are potentially opening the Lom-

bard Avenue station and replacing aging equipment.   Fire Chief George Sheets in October outlined for the village board plan designed to reduce by 50 percent the department’s vehicle maintenance budget by upgrading the fleet of trucks.   The department currently spends about $60,000 to maintain 11 vehicles, a figure that is too high considering that the Oak Lawn Fire Department has a $50,000 maintenance budget for 18 vehicles, said Sheets, who also serves as fire chief in Oak Lawn.    Sheets called for the village to purchase a quintuple combination pumper, or quint, an apparatus that serves the dual purpose of an engine and ladder truck.   The name refers to the five functions that a quint provides: pump, water tank, fire hose, aerial device and ground ladders.   The vehicle does not come cheap. Sheets estimated that a demo unit would cost the village about $650,000. But state or federal grants could help offset the cost along with the sale of the department’s older equipment would offset the cost, he said.

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It’s ‘Groundhog Day’ on the Illinois Tollway  Have you ever seen the 1993 Harold Ramis movie “Groundhog Dayâ€? starring Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell and Chris Elliott? It’s the story of a weatherman who keeps living the same day over and over again until he is forced to re-examine his life and become a better person. Well, Donna Nagel of nearby Alsip is going through something similar. Instead of reexamining her life, though, I’m thinking Governor-Elect Bruce Rauner and the State of Illinois should re-examine the Illinois Tollway Authority. Nagel loves her license plates. She got them 40 years ago when she was 17 years old. It isn’t a vanity plate, just her initials and a number, and that is cool. But what’s not cool is that for the past five years, Nagel has been the victim of a problem caused by the Illinois Tollway, which is making the same mistake over and over again without fixing it. Since 2009, Nagel has received citations claiming she failed to pay her tolls at Illinois tollbooths. It’s not just a couple of tolls. It’s hundreds of tolls and the fines are in the thousands of dollars. Each time you skip a $1.50 or $1.80 toll, you are fined $20, plus the missed toll. If you fail to pay the fine, they slam you with another $50. Unfortunately, the tolls Nagel is allegedly missing belong to another driver whose vehicle license plate is almost identical, except for one letter: “My license plate starts with a D and the license plate in the pictures driving through the tollbooths without paying the tolls starts with an O. The rest of the plate letters and numbers are the same,â€? Nagel says with an enthusiasm that has broken through years of frustration. Donna drives a gold Ford. The scofflaw drives a blueishgreen Saturn Vue. “Apparently, they just look at the license plates,â€? Nagel said.

The Grapevine By Ray Hanania And not very well either. Each time Nagel gets a new Tollway citation, she goes through a familiar routine, calling the state and pointing out the license plate is wrong. The state employees she speaks with – different each time she calls – promise to correct the error. Within a few weeks, she gets an apology letter from the Tollway.  But the other driver continues to skip through more tolls without paying and racking up more fines, and Nagel gets another threatening letter and demanding for payment. “I just received a letter saying I owe $640 for toll violations in September,� Nagel said. The bill represents 32 separate toll violations. Last month the bill was $1,400 for 70 toll violations. “I call the state every month to clear my account and they can’t seem to fix the problem. They’re wrong. I’m right. What’s happening to the person who owes the money?� That’s the scary part. Someone keeps driving through the tollbooths without paying, and no one seems to care. Not just a few times but hundreds of times. Who is holding the scofflaw accountable? Instead of harassing Donna Nagel dozens of times, the Tollway should crack down on the real scofflaw. I haven’t even calculated the tax dollars being wasted on this Tollway screw-up. This isn’t just a Groundhog Day scenario for Donna Nagel, it’s a nightmare for Illinois taxpayers. If the Tollway can’t handle something this simple, maybe it needs to be replaced.

Thankful to be able to write this Thanksgiving column Sometimes an idea for this column comes easy. Sometimes I struggle to come up with an idea. There are weeks—like last week—when I realize how much I’m annoyed by the way local TV news stations exaggerate the first signs of winter weather, and a column is a breeze. Thankfully, most weeks bring forth some idea or another. I believe some columns are stronger than others, but hope you enjoy them all. I’m grateful for the opportunity to write The B-Side. And even though I promised myself I’d pass on the traditional Thanksgiving-themed column (it’s a bit passĂŠ) that’s what you’re getting this week. Be grateful. After all, I recently turned 50 and declined to write the standby “I Just Turned 50â€? column. You don’t care that much, do you? I don’t feel any different, any older. But when yet another member of my elementary school graduating class died just days after I celebrated that birthday, I realized that I’m slowly but surely heading into that stage of my life when people I know will died with some regularity. I didn’t pay much attention to the phrase “you have your healthâ€? when I was younger, but let’s face it, without good health all the other stuff sort

Ray Hanania is an award winning former Chicago City Hall reporter and columnist. Reach him at rghanania@ gmail.com.

of takes a back seat. I’m grateful for my parents. Both passed away in the last two years, but the longer they’re gone, the more I realize what huge influences they were. Former Oak Lawn Mayor Dave Heilmann once told me, shortly after my dad died, to continue talking to him. It makes sense. Oh, how I wanted tell my dad the Cubs hired or Joe Maddon or listen to him scream and swear about the pitiful Bears team, but I’ve got the memories from other years. So thanks to you both. Naturally, I’m grateful for my wife, Annette. But in an era when even longtime married couples are getting divorced, I know that any fight, any disagreement with my wife will end and be forgotten. No hard feelings, no grudges. We’ve been at this for 23 years. Thanks, Annette. The kids obviously are next in line. The idea, when they are little, is to teach and guide them. What I didn’t know years ago is how much they’d teach me. My oldest son, Bob, and I battled for years. I could write columns about our tough times. Now, he calls me every week. We actually talk without either of us feeling awkward. I don’t dare ask him what led to the change. But I am beyond grateful that it happened.

My younger son, Mike, has had a rough year. I’ll leave it at that. But despite the many challenges he’s faced—most entirely of his own making—he seems to have dusted himself off, learned some valuable lessons and is ready to go forward. Throughout it all, we never lost touch. Ask anyone in the office how many times Mike calls me each day. Too many, especially if I’m busy. But I wouldn’t want the opposite. He wants to tell me stuff, get my advice. Thanks, buddy. Then there’s Brigid. Fifteenyears-old. My youngest child and only girl. The girl who goes everywhere, does everything with her daddy. Always has. She’s mature, she’s thoughtful and not much like her brothers. A sophomore at Mother McAuley High School, she and her classmates recently chose uniform kilts for their junior and senior years. Upperclassman, I thought. Two more years and she leaves for college. I’ll save that emotion for another column. I am extremely grateful for my baby girl. OK, so I got family out of the way. What else to be grateful for? I can’t forget my close friend, Chuck. He was my best man and I’ve known him for more than 30 years. As recently as last week (though he’s done this hundreds of times over the years) I was steaming about

The B-Side by Bob Rakow some crappy comment made to me. I’m a bit thin- skinned. Tend to let things fester. Chuck listened and then responded with some remark that had me laughing. He’s done that for years. Thanks, you’ve made some bad situations tolerable. I’m grateful I can write. Well, at least I think I can write. My entire career (save for some substitute teaching) has been connected to writing and editing. And most of the jobs, this one included, have been pretty enjoyable. The heat in my car only works when I drive. When I arrive at a red light, I immediately feel cold air. Still, I am grateful for a car when I pass people standing at bus stops or walking through the community. And, I know my car will start every morning. Not everyone has that guarantee when the weather is cold. I’ve worked jobs that caused me to be tense and anxious on the drive in. I never knew what the day would bring or the boss’ mood. If it was bad, watch out. Not so here at the Reporter. There’s nothing quite like the newsroom atmosphere, and I’m thankful to be working in one. We work hard, laugh a lot and put out a good production every week. There’s a lot more for which I am thankful for, I am sure. These are what came to mind first. Happy Thanksgiving.

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Miles of mail has been sent to Donna Nagel of Alsip regarding erroneous toll violations.

What is your least favorite Thanksgiving Day food? (Asked at the Evergreen Park Community Center) Photos by Jeff Vorva

Clarence Nowicki, Evergreen Park    Beets. I’ll throw them out and the person who served them.

Peter Zic, Evergreen Park    I like everything but I can’t eat stuffing.

Paula Hallberg, Evergreen Park    Probably gravy. I’m not a big gravy person. I can live without gravy.

Dennis Hallberg, Evergreen Park    Sweet potatoes. I don’t know what it is, I just don’t like them.

Maun Ryan, Evergreen Park    Carrots. I just don’t like carrots.


Thursday, November 27, 2014 The Reporter

Thanksgiving: measures of abundance In the fall of 1621, the Pilgrims — early settlers of Plymouth Colony, held a three-day feast to celebrate a bountiful harvest. This event is regarded by many as the nation’s first Thanksgiving. The Wampanoag Indians in attendance played a key role. Historians have recorded ceremonies of thanks among other groups of European settlers in North America. These include the British colonists in Virginia as early as 1619. The legacy of thanks and the feast have survived the centuries, as the event became a national holiday 151 years ago (Oct. 3, 1863) when President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed the last Thursday of November as a national day of thanksgiving. Later, President Franklin Roosevelt clarified that Thanksgiving should always be celebrated on the fourth Thursday of the month to encourage earlier holiday shopping, never on the occasional fifth Thursday.

and Turkey Creek, Ariz. (294). There are also two townships in Pennsylvania with “Turkey” in the name: Upper Turkeyfoot and Lower Turkeyfoot. 8 Number of places and townships in the United States that are named Cranberry or some spelling variation of the acidic red berry (e.g., Cranbury, N.J.), a popular side dish at Thanksgiving. Cranberry Township (Butler County), Pa., was the most populous of these places in 2013, with 29,490 residents. Cranberry township (Venango County), Pa., was next (6,583). 42 Number of counties, places and townships in the United States named Plymouth, as in Plymouth Rock, the landing site of the first Pilgrims. The two counties, both named Plymouth, are in Massachusetts (2013 population of 501,915) and Iowa (24,957 in 2013). Plymouth, Minn., is the most populous place, with 73,987 WHERE TO FEAST residents in 2013; There are 115 million two places in the United States Number of occupied housing named Pilgrim: One, a townunits across the nation in 2014’s ship in Dade County, Mo., had second quarter — all potential a 2013 population of 128; the stops for Thanksgiving dinner. other, a census designated place 4.4 million in Michigan, had a 2010 popuNumber of multigenerational lation of 11. And then there is households in the U.S. in 2013. Mayflower, Ark., whose popuThese households, consisting lation was 2,299 in 2012, and of three or more generations, Mayflower Village, Calif., whose no doubt will have to purchase population was 5,515 in 2010. large quantities of food to accommodate all the family members THE FIRST FEAST sitting around the table for the 24.5 million holiday feast — even if there are Number of U.S. residents of no guests! English ancestry as of 2013. 4 Some could very well be descenNumber of places in the Unit- dants of the Plymouth colonists ed States named after the holi- who participated in the autumn day’s traditional main course. feast that is widely believed to Turkey Creek, La., was the be one of the first Thanksgivmost populous in 2013, with 435 ings — especially the 664,000 residents, followed by Turkey, living in Massachusetts. Texas (410), Turkey, N.C. (291) 6,500

Church Corner OAK LAWN Children and Parents Invited to Christmas Craft Workshop at Pilgrim Faith UCC The annual Christmas Craft Workshop at Pilgrim Faith United Church of Christ, 9411 S. 51st Ave., Oak Lawn, will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7 for children and their parents. It begins with Christmas carols and the lighting of the Christmas tree. Then children can make a variety of Christmas crafts, including their very own edible gingerbread house. The donation per craft ranges from free to $1 each. A

Christmas Treasure sale, with gently used treasures ready for bargain hunters, will also be open. For more information, call 4224200. The church is handicapped accessible. EVERGREEN PARK First United Methodist Celebrates Christmas Season with 25th Cookie Walk The First United Methodist Church, 9358 S. Homan, Evergreen Park, is having its 25th annual Cookie Walk Saturday, Dec. 13 at 9 a.m. Homemade cookies are $9 a pound.

2,788 The number of fruit and vegetable markets in the United States in 2012 — a great place to find holiday side dishes. 242 million The number of turkeys that were forecasted to be raised in the United States in 2014. That is down 5 percent from the number raised during 2012. 45 million The forecast for the number of turkeys Minnesota will raise in 2014. The Gopher State was tops in turkey production, followed by North Carolina (35 million), Arkansas (29 million), Indiana (17 million), Missouri (17 million), and Virginia (16 million). $19 million The value of U.S. imports of live turkeys for 2013, with 99.9 percent of them coming from Canada. When it comes to sweet potatoes, the Dominican Republic was the source of 47.8 percent ($5 million) of total imports ($10.4 million). The United States ran a $13.6 million trade deficit in live turkeys during the period but had a surplus of $86.1 million in sweet potatoes. 856 million pounds The forecast for U.S. cranberry production in 2014. Wisconsin was estimated to lead all states in the production of cranberries, with 538 million CULINARY DELIGHTS pounds, followed by Massachu66,047 setts (estimated at 210 million). The number of supermarkets New Jersey, Oregon and Washand other grocery (except con- ington were also estimated to venience) stores in the United have substantial production, States in 2012. These estab- ranging from 16 to 55 million lishments are expected to be pounds. extremely busy around Thanks2.4 billion pounds giving, as people prepare for The total weight of sweet their delightful meals. potatoes — another popular 3,240 Thanksgiving side dish — proThe number of baked goods duced by major sweet potato stores in the United States in producing states in 2014. 2012 — a potential place to visit to purchase refreshing desserts. —U.S. Census Bureau Number of members of the Wampanoag American Indian tribal grouping, as of 2010, roughly half of whom reside in Massachusetts. The Wampanoag, the American Indians in attendance, played a lead role in this historic encounter, and they had been essential to the survival of the colonists during the newcomers’ first year. 98.6% Percentage of households in 2013 with a gas or electric stove — essential for cooking their Thanksgiving feast. Another 96.8 percent had a microwave, also helpful in preparing the meal. 98.3% Percentage of households with a television in 2013. No doubt, many guests either before, after, or perhaps even during the feast will settle in front of their TVs to watch some football. 35.8% Percentage of households with a stand-alone food freezer in 2013, which they may want to use to preserve their Thanksgiving leftovers. Far more (99.2 percent) have a refrigerator. Once all the guests leave, it will be time to clean up. Fortunately, 69.3 percent have a dishwasher to make the task easier.

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Death Notices Edward A. Bergdahl Edward A. Bergdahl, 78, of Chicago Ridge died Nov. 15 in his home. Funeral services were held Friday Nov. 22 at Schmaedeke Funeral Home in Worth. Burial was Saturday at Mt. Vernon Cemetery. Mr. Bergdahl is survived by his wife, Patricia Loftus, children Linda Bergdahl and Edward (Audrey). Mr. Bergdahl was born in Chicago and worked as a teacher. He served as a deputy chief of the Chicago Ridge Fire Department. Catherine F. Mioni Catherine F. Mioni, 90, of Worth died Nov. 18 died in her home. Visitation for Mrs. Mioni was held last Wednesday at Schmaedeke Funeral Home in Worth. A funeral Mass was held the following day at Our Lady of the Ridge Church in Chicago Ridge. Burial was at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery. Mrs. Mioni is survived by children Cathy (Bob) Lofrano, Peggi (Richard) Quinlan, Thomas (Maria), Mary (Terry) Samoska, Frank (Kim), Donna (Don) Johnson, John and Leah Mioni. Theresa R. Szablewski Theresa R. Szablewski of Palos Hills died Saturday at St. James Place in Crete. She was 73. Visitation will be held at noon Saturday at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy., Palos Hills, followed by a service at 5 p.m. Mrs. Szablewski is survived by daughter Lynne (Thomas) Kelly. Born in Chicago, Mrs. Szablewski was a social worker and dedicated many years of service to the Palos Hills Community Center and PLOWS. She graduated from the Jane Adams School of Social Work at the University of Illinois-Chicago. Donations can be made to the Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund, 333 N. Summit St., Toledo, Ohio, 43604.

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Judy Prochaska shows the 40 hats she donated last Friday to Orland Township for its holiday program to aid needy families.

Resident donates 40 handmade hats for Orland Township holiday program When Judy Prochaska walked into Orland Township one chilly winter-like morning, it wasn’t so much her bright purple hat topped with a puffy tassel that caught people’s attention, but instead the bags that were overflowing with 40 similar looking hats, which she was donating to Orland Township’s Holiday Program. Prochaska, 72, a longtime resident of Orland Park, has been making hats since she can remember. A few years ago she began donating her handmade treasures to various non-profit organizations around the holidays. This is the first year she donated to Orland Township. Prochaska started the first few of the 40 late last December, but on New Year’s Eve she suffered a stroke, after which she found herself in the hospital for 17 days.

She thought knitting might be out of the question, but her doctor told her it would be good for her fingers. He encouraged her not to give up, and she didn’t. Although life isn’t 100 percent back to normal for Prochaska, she has recovered quite well and is thankful she has been able to keep knitting. “The hats got me through a tough time,” she said. “I hope they can do the same for others.” Prochaska’s hats were double knitted to ensure sturdiness, and they came in a variety of colors, making them not only warm, but stylish. To learn more about donations sought and collected by Orland Township’s Holiday 2014 Program, visit www.orlandtownship. org or call 403-4222. — Orland Township

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Thursday, November 27, 2014

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Moraine Valley gets into the holiday spirit with several shows Moraine Valley Community College’s Dorothy Menker Theater in the Fine and Performing Arts Center, 9000 W. College Pkwy., Palos Hills, will host a December program of holiday music. Tickets for all of the shows are $12 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. The Percussion Ensemble concert is free. The Jazz Ensemble’s Holiday Concert kicks the series off on at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5. This program will feature guest singer Mona Roy. The ensemble will perform selections from Duke Ellington, Bob Florence, Nat Adderly and Terry Gibbs. The Moraine Valley Jazz Combo, under the direction of Mai Sugimoto, will open the show. At 7:30 p.m. the next night, the Moraine Chorale and Chamber Singers, joined by a 12-piece instrumental ensemble, will perform numerous holiday

songs during “Merry Christmas Music!” The Concert Band’s 10 th Anniversary Holiday Concert is at 3 p.m., on Sunday, Dec. 7. The band will feature holiday favorites such as “Sleigh Ride,” “Sounds of Christmas,” “A Vaughn Williams Christmas,” and selections from “The Polar Express.” The concert will be hosted by Joe Collins, traffic reporter on WBBM-AM.   The Moraine Valley Percussion Ensemble will play its 10th Anniversary Holiday Extravaganza at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11. The group will perform selections, including “Just in Case,” “Cantina Band,” “Christmas Holiday,” “Race the Desert,” “Star of Wonder,” and “Streets of Ankara.” Tickets for these and other coming performances can be purchased online at morainevalley.edu/fpac, by calling (708)

974-5500, or at the Box Office, located on the south end of the Fine and Performing Arts Center. Also, Charles Dickens’ timeless seasonal favorite “A Christmas Carol” comes to life in “Alan Safier as Scrooge…and everyone else…in Humbug! The Musical.” The one-actor musical will be presented at Moraine Valley Community College at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 18. It will play in the Dorothy Menker Theater, in the Fine and Performing Arts Center, on campus, 9000 W. College Pkwy., Palos Hills. Tickets are $25 for the general public and $20 for students and seniors. Safier transforms himself right before the audience’s eyes into Dickens’ memorable characters: Ebenezer Scrooge; Tiny Tim; Bob Cratchit; The Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet-to-Come; Jacob Marley; Old

Fezziwig; Mrs. Cratchit; Belle; Fanny…27 characters in all! Now in its third season, “Humbug!” features 12 original songs by Sheldon Harnick (“Fiddler on the Roof”) and Michel Legrand (“Yentl,” “Summer of ’42”), evocative lighting and video projections that emerge the audience into this classic tale of redemption and eternal hope. The popular Christmas story is told with a tunefulness that highlights its humor and heart-warming sentiment. Tickets to “Alan Safier as Scrooge…and everyone else… in Humbug! The Musical” and other upcoming performances can be purchased at morainevalley.edu/fpac, by calling 708974-5500, or at the Box Office located on the south end of the Fine and Performing Arts Center. —Submitted by Moraine Valley Community College.

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Alan Safier plays Scrooge and other characters in a one-man musical that will appear at Moraine Valley Community College.

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Who is that Pilgrim?

Worthwoods kindergarten students learned about Thanksgiving from a Pilgrim played by Tim Hathhorn, the principal of the school. He read the class a story about the first Thanksgiving.

The Kid’s Doctor By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

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LEGAL NOTICE Annual Statement of Affairs for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014 Copies of the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014 will be available for public inspection in the school district/joint agreement administrative office by December 1, 2014. Individuals wanting to review this Annual Statement of Affairs should contact: Chicago Ridge School District 127 1/2 6135 W. 108th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 School District/Joint Agreement Name Address 708-636-2000 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Telephone Office Hours Also by January 15, 2015 the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014, will be posted on the Illinois State Board of Education's website@ www.isbe.net. Summary: The following is the Annual Statement of Affairs Summary that is required to be published by the school district/joint agreement for the past fiscal year. Statement of Operations as of June 30, 2014 Local Sources: Educational 5,095,483; Operations & Maintenance 770,181; Debt Services 864,518; Transportation 318,108 ; Municipal Retirement/Social Security 385,636; Capital Projects 129; Working Cash 15,675; Fire Prevention & Safety 6 State Sources: Educational 6,736,988; Operations & Maintenance 50,000; Transportation 579,726 Federal Sources: Educational 1,510,314 Total Direct Receipts/Revenues: Educational 13,342,785; Operations & Maintenance 820,181; Debt Services 864,518; Transportation 897,834 ; Municipal Retirement/Social Security 385,636; Capital Projects 129; Working Cash 15,675; Fire Prevention & Safety 6 Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures: Educational 12,730,608; Operations & Maintenance 1,060,327; Debt Services 844,247; Transportation 811,396; Municipal Retirement/Social Security 355,372 Other Sources/Uses of Funds: Educational (14,400); Debt Services 8,600; Transportation 14,500 ; Municipal Retirement/Social Security 5,800; Working Cash (14,500) Beginning Fund Balances - July 1, 2013: Educational 8,805,709; Operations & Maintenance 2,181,822; Debt Services 572,993; Transportation 288,073; Municipal Retirement/Social Security 32,790; Capital Projects 13,566; Working Cash 1,470,705; Fire Prevention & Safety 479 Ending Fund Balances June 30, 2014: Educational 9,403,486 ; Operations & Maintenance 1,941,676; Debt Services 601,864; Transportation 389,011; Municipal Retirement/Social Security 68,854; Capital Projects 13,695; Working Cash 1,471,880; Fire Prevention & Safety 485 Gross Payment for Certificated Personnel Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 Abulaila, Rana; Albright, Lucile V; Auskalnis, Jean A; Bania, Richard J; Bender, Jessica L; Birmingham, Deborah L; Culbreth, Dawn M; Cunningham, Michael A; Czarnecki, Maryann; Darovic, Estate Of Janet R; Davis, Christopher; Fernandez, Mario;Gentile, Kimberly A; Gianoli, Michael D; Harkala, Maureen A; Hollcraft, Maureen P; Ibrahim, Sarah; Johnson, Felicia F; Johnson, Sarah A; 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Amr, Eiman A; Avignone, Tracy M; Bale, Kathleen; Bazian, Julie E; Becker, Amy M; Bruno, Nicole M; Burcheri, Karoline R; Butera, Christina G; Byerwalter, Therese M; Carey, Colleen H.; Carey, Mary Kathleen; Dannenberg, Dawn; Decker, Gina L; Demas, Megan M; Dillman, Evelyn; Doeden, Cheryl A; Duffy, Kayleen M; Elayan, Illiana M; Enskat, Kelly E.; Fickes, Kari L; Geyer, Emily K; Glynn, Eileen M; Grasty, Nicole M; Hollander, Robert S; Huenecke, Katie J; Insley, Kathryn M; Johnson, Christine M; Joudeh, Gadah F; Kaczmarek, Leighanne; Kasmer, Jill A; Kelly, Amy L; Kelly, Jacqueline M; Koeppen, Tracey A; Kohr, Katie L; Krason, Peter D; Krone, Julia L; Krutilla, Nancy L; Kuenster, Bonny J; Kulikowski, Barbara A; Mc Castland, Nicole M; Melka, Mark S; Mladek, Melissa L; Mohammad, Snaa; Moran, Tricia M; Moreno, Yadira; Navas, Kevin F Jr; Nolan, Mary Ann; O'grady, Bridget A; Ohlrich, Lynn A; Peel, Erin A; Quinn, Ann; Regan, Peggy A; Rueck, Alena J.; Ryan, Mary B; Schmit, Helen L; Sego, Jennifer L; Shermack, Mario R.; Smith, Patricia A; Soheil, Kifah W; Spencer, Sandra L; Stapleton, Erin M; Sulaiman, Roba T.; Szopko, Beth E; Taulbee, Jennifer L; Tranowski, Julie E; Ulanski, Karissa J; Valiska, Kristen N; Wagner, Leland H; Webster, Beth Ellen; Westlund, Elizabeth A; Wujcik, Eileen K; Youngberg, Geoffrey M; Zayed, Warda; Zieba, Barbara M Salary Range: 60,000 - $89,999 Bonk, Julie C; Dempsey, Karen D; Gerk, Bryan D; Hammond, Lisa Marie; Hase, Mary A; Hillegonds, Cary D; Hughes, Patricia; Janosky Ii, Raymond E; Kats, Carol A; Kirk, Kevin M; Kosowski, Donna M; Kuzel, Teresa A; Lavin, Lisa H; Liston, Susan S; Lullo, Kimberly A; Lynch Iii, William L; Mooney, Susan K; Moore, Kelly E; Poczik-Mallo, Alison L; Quinn, Joyce S; Shelden, Katie L; Truffa, Kathleen K; Vaicaitis, Karen A; Vent, Joanne P Salary Range: $90,000 And Over Bollinger, Theresa A; Casaletto, Candace M; Grachan, Laura L; Kleinaitis, Joyce E; Setaro, Frances A; Smith, Susan E; Wojcik, Ted M Gross Payment For Non-Certificated Personnel Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 Abu-Ajamieh, Wafa I; Al-Takriti, Nisrin; Alawawda, Amal J; Bartok, Heather L.; BauerOwens, Margaret A; Blazejewski, Karen L; Brown, Kristina M; Castillo, Javier; Chacon, Yuvia M; Cheek, Lauren; Clarke, Karie A; Cruz, Jennifer H.; Daifallah, Laila; Daujatas, Stephanie A; Elayyan, Angela; Giragosian, Dana M; Graham, Camille C; Gruver, Debra M; Hand, Laura A; Higgins, Kathy L; Jaber, Tahani W; Jazara, Mondana; Karnavas, Lana W; Kasper, Nancy A; Kehoe, Theresa; Kleczkowski, Michele J; Klementzos, Terri F.; Lang, David W.; Laurencell, April A; Liston, Kyle; Maldonado, Diana L.; Martinez, Nancy J; Master, Barbara E.; May, Amy A.; Meehan, Jennifer T.; Meskill, Nancy A; Mohd, Iman; Moses, Donna S; Muersch, Marni L.; Muth, Sandra L.; Nazorek, Elizabeth G; O'boyle, Ruth E; Ontiveros, Javier; Ontiveros, Maria; Pawlarczyk, Bonnie L; Rinkus, James A; Rocchino, Cheryl L; Sell, Melanie J; Shehadeh, Nadeel; Solecki, Monica; Spruit, Michelle P.; Sweis, Alvera; Treccani, Cynthia L; Trombetta, Nooshin; Tyree, Sarah M.; Valcarcel, Helene; Valentine, Jacqueline L; Vazquez, Patricia R; Wagner Sr., Ronald J; Wagner, Aidan; Wickman, Mary L; Zaher, Kimberly A; Zoelzer, Jordan K Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 Bauer, Matthew M; Burton, Thomas A; Chacon, Margarita; Fernandez, Kathleen; Gierut, Gary R; Mckeown, Danielle; Paczkowski Iii, Salvatore A; Patterson, Michael T; Racevice, Lawrence J; Vales, Janet G; Vales, Philip J Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 Bialczak, Lori G; Fricano, Gino J.; Guerrero, Francisco S; Smith, Wesley J; Sudd, Debra M Vendors Over $2,500 AIG VALIC 77,273.80; Alpha School Bus 13,151.93; Ameren Energy Marketing_15825 76,489.61; AMSAN 23,906.82; Apple Inc. Education 7,581.00; Art-Flo 5,278.48; Blackboard, Inc 3,505.00; BMO Mastercard 84,855.22; Bureau Of Education & Research, Inc. 5,579.00; Call One 14,475.86; CDI Computer Dealers 3,311.25; Chicago Ridge Education Association 78,668.43; Chicago Ridge School District 127 1/2 5,115,912.31; Classmate. 4,439.92; CLIC/ISDLAF Plus Collective Liab Ins. Co 106,367.00; Clover-Leaf Farms Distributors Inc 61,456.50; Comcast 34,641.03; Common Goal Systems Inc. 17,989.00; Constellation New Energy Gas Div, Llc 45,882.66; Continental Press, Inc 3,313.99; CRS Advanced Technology 2,990.00; De Lage Landen Public Finance 13,744.12; Delta-T Group, Illinois, Inc. 42,861.00; Dr. Elie Nijm_22198 4,500.00; E.F.T.P.S (Deduction Vendor) 1,279,898.49; Eisenhower Cooperative 957,424.96; Elim Christian Services 253,871.24; Everest Energy 19,960.32; Follett 6,426.34; Follett School Solutions, Inc 6,984.80; Follett Software Company_12823 2,898.99; Frank Cooney Co Inc 8,090.80; Gateway Business Systems, Inc. 13,754.19; Handwriting Without Tears 2,760.45; HM Receivables Co. Llc_3913 5,503.96; Homefield Energy 162,167.35; Honeywell International 51,008.54; I.D.E.S. 27,492.40; Ill. Municipal Retirement Fund 209,350.49; Illinois Association Of School Boards 3,351.00; Illinois Department Of Revenue 371,902.71; Illinois State Board Of Education 106,841.99; Illinois State University 3,172.00; Innovadia, Llc 85,471.21; Institute For Educational Development 2,519.00; It Savvy 4,939.01; Joseph Academy In Hometown 46,245.92; Lakeshore Elementary 4,308.71; Lakeshore Learning Store 8,339.93; Lincoln Investment Planning,Inc 40,973.00; Lincolnway Affiliation Of Part. Schools 1,325,628.62; Lincolnway Area Affiliates 259,965.63; Majd Nijim 3,600.00; Mcgladrey & Pullen 24,405.00; Mcgraw Hill School Education 4,905.02; Midland Paper Company 9,583.20; Mikey's Landscape & Services 23,669.00; Moss Enterprises 26,055.00; Nasco 3,968.99; New Century Federal Credit Union 94,785.00; NGM Services 15,180.00; NWEA 5,400.00; Office Depot 32,567.27; Open Kitchens Inc 8,659.03; Palos Sports Inc 4,021.82; Pap Consulting, Inc. 6,468.36; PCS Industries 12,779.32; Pearson 11,083.70; Pearson Education/Scott Foresman 28,241.86; Pediastaff 10,000.00; Preferred Meal Systems 301,527.57; Professional Benefit Administrators -Pba 36,919.08; Promevo, Llc 17,857.38; Quinlan And Fabish 3,306.29; Really Good Stuff, Inc. 3,614.31; Reserve Account 10,500.00; Rose Paving 9,771.14; Rutledge Printing Co 5,320.33; Sangamon Schools Credit Union 13,200.00; SASED 56,791.39; Scholastic Classroom Magazines_13567 5,596.25; Scientific Learning Corporation 20,150.00; Security Unlimited, Inc. 4,496.50; Sentinel Technologies Inc 10,439.00; Shorewood Home & Auto 4,096.07; Smekens Education Solutions Inc 5,155.20; Social Work P.R.N. 30,554.90; South Cook Isc #4 9,193.00; Sraga Hauser, Llc. 11,417.00; SSJHSC 4,600.00; State Of Ill Dept Of Employment Security 14,365.00; Sunrise Charter Services 2,682.44; Sunrise Southwest Llc 659,762.20; Sylvan Learning Center Of Tinley Park 11,564.00; T. Rowe Price 52,993.57; Teachers Retirement System Of Ill 853,878.89; Teachers' Health Insurance Security_9845 122,644.61; Teaching Strategies 2,531.25; The McGraw-Hill Companies_6785 20,191.67; Therapy Care Ltd. 84,525.56; Township Treasurer's Cost 53,363.36; Triumph Learning Llc_18637 7,998.00; Triumph Learning Llc_21399 15,996.00; Trugreen 2,525.00; Trugreen Chemlawn 5,028.00; Tyco Integrated Security 27,858.00; Unitrends 6,292.00; Universal Taxi Dispatch 6,233.00; Village Of Chicago Ridge 13,399.32; Vision Service Plan 15,393.71; Waste Management Of Illinois 8,447.80; William H. Sadlier, Inc. 4,762.80; Wilson Language Training_28887 5,060.88; Zaner Bloser 3,228.07; Zeller And Associates 2,501.92

Are parents too connected?    Has your spouse, babysitter or other child care provider ever called you to come home “because the baby is crying”?    In pre-cell phone days, there really wasn’t much a sitter could do when a child began wailing after his/her parents

had left the house. Outside of calling the restaurant, store, movie theater or party venue directly, and asking someone to page a parent, muddling through was the only option.   Today, with a cell phone in every hand, it only takes one call to summon the parent of a distressed child. This creates a

good news/bad news dilemma. The good news is, parents feel more comfortable leaving their child with a sitter knowing they can be reached in the event of an emergency. The bad news: If a baby or young child is only crying, is does this constitute an emergency? Depends on your definition.

LEGAL NOTICE Annual Statement of Affairs for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014 Copies of the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014 will be available for public inspection in the school district/joint agreement administrative office by December 1, 2014. Individuals wanting to review this Annual Statement of Affairs should contact: Worth School District 127 School District/Joint Agreement Name

11218 S. Ridgeland Ave., Worth, IL 60482

708-448-2800

Address

Telephone

8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Office Hours

Also by January 15, 2015 the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014, will be posted on the Illinois State Board of Education's website @ www.isbe.net. SUMMARY: The following is the Annual Statement of Affairs Summary that is required to be published by the school district/joint agreement for the past fiscal year. Statement of Operations as of June 30, 2014 Educational

Operations & Maintenance

6,215,227

993,589

0 2,120,926 606,973

0 1,050,000 0

Total Direct Receipts/Revenues

8,943,126

Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures

8,710,794

Local Sources

1000

Flow-Through Receipts/Revenues from One District to Another District State Sources

2000

Federal Sources

4000

Other Sources/Uses of Funds Beginning Fund Balances - July 1, 2013 Other Changes in Fund Balances Ending Fund Balances June 30, 2014

3000

Transportation

Municipal Retirement/Social Security

Capital Projects

682,893

374,093

577,837

0

86,544

273,513

158,941

0 0

0 156,104 0

0 0 0

0 0

0 0

0 0

0 0

2,043,589

682,893

530,197

577,837

0

86,544

273,513

158,941

1,335,459

243,275

196,962

317,835

0

89,706

0

24,706

100,000

(5,669)

(101,981)

(5,349)

0

(9,857)

(1,850)

0

5,708,440

392,582

467,866

200,255

466,499

0

1,201,745

185,515

(61,552)

Debt Services

Working Cash

Fire Prevention & Safety

Tort

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

5,965,478

1,200,712

901,815

431,509

721,152

0

1,278,432

367,472

97,389

Gross Payment for Certificated Personnel Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 Berryman, Betsy B; Bromley, Lawrence; Brudek, Gloria H; Bryll, Anita M; Brzeczek, Pamela A; Combs, Kathleen A; Creagan, Raymond E; Donovan, Joan M; Durnik, Diane L; Dziedzic, Barbara K; Fisher, Mary Anne; Frangella, Diane E; Gryfakis, Irene E; Hathhorn, Kaitlyn M; Hodson, Rosalie B; Hogate, Blanche; Jarka, Mary M; Kats, Charlene L; Kiebles, Gina D; Kruse, Patricia A; Laas, Gloria K; Mc Carthy, Paula F; Mckenna, Margaret R; Mckenna, Monica; Morley, Sharon L; Parchem, Mary E; Pasek, Claudia E; Pavesic, Deborah L; Rohan, Noreen M; Rudis, Kathleen M; Siegers, Arlene P; St. Leger, Elizabeth; Swanson, Ellen M; Swiat, Laura B; Vanderwall, Shirley J; Walega, Richard A; Weichel, Maureen A; Wheeler, Paula K; Wilson, Catherine M; Yuska, Peter P Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 Floyd, Tavia A; Largent, Brittany M; Sandrzyk, Margaret J Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 Ahmer, Joan U; Bengtson, Ruth; Bradway, Caitlin R; Bray, Lisa M; Colon, Marian; Dizonno, Bradley J; Dymora, Anna C; Eichstaedt, Maureen M; Garrity, Regina A; Good, Cynthia M; Heimberger, Anastasia; Hope, Janice T; Horn, Kimberly M; Howaniec, Julie H; Kats, Courtney L; Kebr, Patricia A; Koch, Heather K; Koeneman, Aneta I; Kordas, Kelly L; Kozik, Heather M; Maione, Debra; Mc Dermott, Claudia; Mcclure, Ginny; Means, Geraldine L; Mieszala, Kevin W; Moroney, Patrick A; Mott, Erin M; Nayder, Jessica L; Osmanski, Jessica L; Paraskevopoulos, Calliope; Pertile, Lisa M; Plotke, Mary G; Reipsa, Margaret E; Roberts, Sue Ellen; Santomieri, Colleen M; Scanlan, Jeanne; Sherman, Daniel H; Smith, Amy C; Socha, Christina M; Tatro, Heather A; Toms, Ashley R; Wall, Daniel P; Young, Dawn M; Zator, Leslie Salary Range: 60,000 - $89,999 Albrecht, Joanne K; Andros, Cynthia E; Berthold, Anne Marie M; Blyth, David; Burghgraef, Debra L; Burton, Janet D; Daluga, Kathleen R; Degonia, Colleen M; Dennis, Kathryn A; Deruiter, Kathryn; Dlhy, Timothy; Dykas, Cynthia J; Esposito, Linda J; Fisher, Shannon M; Gawel, Christine B; Gordon, Sandra M; Kraus, Lorene M; Lyke, Lisa L; Madeja, Deborah A; Maguire, Scott; McMillin, Diane L; Okrzesik, Michelle A; Ramirez, Victoria L; Saracco, Laura L; Smyth, Joseph A; Stefanelli, Laura J; Strycker,Sherry A; Vaughan, Lois A; Weber, Donna; Woods,Debbie L Salary Range: $90,000 And Over Bilder, Donna J; Chambers, Sinead; Hathhorn, Timothy J; Hebel, Marianne S; Nelson, Mildred M; Wettergren, Diane L; Wojtylewski, Rita C; Zampillo, Joseph V Gross Payment for Non-Certificated Personnel Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 Adler-Muersch, Susan N; Amara, Abeer; Anglin, Marla J; Barton, Margaret A; Beebe, Samantha M; Benson, Nancy; Burns, Vida L; Carabetsos, George; Durling, Marissa A; Ephraim, Pamela M; Finley, Kerri A; Gonciarz, Keri A; Hogan, Deborah A; Kiaulakis, Deborah; Kiaulakis, Matthew R; Kukulka, Joann; Marvinac, Colleen M; Mcintyre, Penny A; Mcnulty, Carol; Murdock, Philander; Perez, Patricia; Perez, Ubaldo Sr; Quinn, Mary E; Roti, Alicia J; Serpico, Andrea J; Stone, Eleanor M; Swanson, Dawn; Tallon, Shaun M; Weinert, Robert T Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 Brannon, Darlene E; Castanon, Helen M; Falls, Anita; Karim, Bahira; Kasper, Barbara M; Kroll, Bonnie J; Krutilla, Joseph J; Mc Queary, Diane C; Moore, Mary E; Nichols, Kurt J; O'connell, Barbara J; O'leary, Charles L; Strutzenberg, Donna M; Tyree, Joanne M; Witt, Jennifer T Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 Alvarez, Consuelo; Costello, Stacey A; Geever, Joyce M; Morrone, Christine; Sanchez, Christopher A; Venegas, Michael; Weinert, Donna M Salary Range: $60,000 and Over Krutilla, Thomas E; Miller, Brenda J; Moyer, Robert Vendors Over $2,500.00 Alpha School Bus 68,877.60; Ameren Energy Marketing 32,493.69; American Express 8,422.49; American Funds Service Co 11,928.00; Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc 3,840.00; Anita Bryll 5,744.52; Apple Computer Inc 6,440.00; Apple,Inc. 24,354.78; AT&T 20,044.48; AT&T Long Distance 4,065.68; AT&T Mobility 4,280.54; Barbara Bevan 5,744.52; Blue Ridge Net Publishing Inc 3,348.30; Bureau of Education & Research, Inc. 14,104.00; CDW Government, Inc 4,070.85; Chicago Heights Construction Co 56,309.10; Chicago Office Technology Group 16,704.00; Circle W Tractor & Equipment Company,Inc 8,119.41; Clover-Leaf Farms Distributors Inc 31,943.65; Comcast 32,912.07; Complete Plumbing,Inc 40,042.36; Concept 3 Architects, P. C. 31,779.91; Constellation Newenergy Gas 43,040.08; Controlled Environmental Systems, Inc. 190,620.21; Diane Durnik 5,744.52; District #127 Health Care 47,584.14; District #127 - Imprest Fund 4,298.84; Duke's Ace Hardware #5750 3,081.53; Dupage County Reg Office of Education 3,800.00; E.F.T.P.S (Deduction Vendor) 1,021,401.51; E2 Services 9,633.63; Eisenhower Cooperative 615,688.34; Elim Christian Services 53,776.94; Ellen Swanson 5,744.52; Energized Enterprise 3,022.21; Esscoe Llc 3,532.57; FBG Corporation 32,748.45; FGB Corporation 93,366.90; Follett School Solutions, Inc. 6,879.38; Freedman Anselmo Lindberg Llc 2,617.14; GE Capital 30,094.42; Gloria Brudek 5,744.52; Grainger 4,200.63; Great American Financial Resources 41,450.00; Helsel-Jepperson 3,222.00; Homefield Energy 107,524.25; Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Co 32,853.94; IASB 4,740.00; Il. Assoc of School Boards 4,535.00; Il. Municipal Retirement Fund 204,110.92; Illinois Department of Revenue 281,181.53; Illinois Paper Co - Supplies Division 21,698.15; Illinois School Bus 10,502.19; ING Northern Annuity 3,000.00; ISBE Funding and Disbursement Services 53,337.51; IXL Learning 4,500.00; Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins Ltd 11,539.07; Macspecialist 3,200.00; Margaret Marsala 12,275.00; Martin Whalen 2,577.85; Mary Ellen Parchem 5,744.52; McGladrey & Pullen 15,175.00; McGraw-Hill Companies 14,434.22; Metlife 3,500.00; NCPERS Il IMRF 2,944.00; NCS Pearson, Inc 16,534.95; Neofunds By Neopost 6,792.32; New Century Federal Credit Union 55,540.00; Northstar Credit Union 7,800.00; Office Depot 2,630.95; Open Kitchens Inc 30,432.71; Palos Sports Inc 7,005.92; Pap Consulting, Inc. 2,510.75; Pearson Education Inc. 8,705.88; PMA Financial Network, Inc. 4,500.00; Quill Corporation 40,418.99; R & G Consultants 3,481.24;Reliastar Life Insurance Company 30,000.00; Ridgeworth Roofing Co., Inc. 4,252.00; Sam's Club Direct 4,017.80; Sangamon Schools Credit Union 16,900.00; SBL-AA 3,528.00; Self 44,641.00; Smekens Education Solutions, Inc. 8,234.00; Smitty's Tree Service Inc 26,600.00; South Suburban Benefit Co-Op 1,227,595.39; SSJHSC 4,600.00; St. Colettas of Illinois 8,171.91; Suburban Landscaping 10,145.00; Suburban School Coop Ins Pool 42,005.00; Sunrise Southwest Llc 2,951.00; Superior Elevator Company 4,102.72; Teachers' Health Insurance Security 92,042.48; Teachers' Retirement System Of Ill 607,178.06; Township Treasurer's Cost 43,491.21; Tyco Integrated Security Llc 5,088.00; Unique Products & Service Corp. 61,376.11; US Bank Equipment & Finance 35,981.45; Valic 37,256.00; Village Of Worth 29,510.59; Warehouse Direct 9,304.91; Waste Management 13,462.36; Wi Services Company 38,600.00; William H. Sadlier, Inc. 4,132.70; Worth Educational Assn. 51,174.00; Worth Educational Support Team 10,551.91; Zaner-Bloser 4,365.69

The reason I bring this up is that young parents, especially mothers, often tell me that during the first several months of their infant’s life, they can’t leave the house for more than a few minutes without being called home ... because the baby is crying. Some of these mothers claim they’re “stressed out and exhausted” and need a get-away to “re-boot.”   All they want is an hour or two to themselves to shop, meet a friend for lunch, take a walk, or just sit alone in the park and read a book. Who doesn’t need a bit of quiet after being home with a baby day in and day out for the first month of the child’s life? If you’ve been there, you understand.   My husband would tell you that his best parenting started the first time I left him alone with our oldest son and actually went away for the weekend. (I believe the baby was 6- or 7-weeks-old, and off I went, breast pump in hand, to a reunion.)   There were no cell phones then, and guess what, he did a great job! After the first 24 hours, he figured out that he really didn’t have to have the baby in the bathroom with him in order to take a shower. He admitted that during the first shower he took after I left, not only did he have our son in the room in his “bouncy” chair, but he also left the shower door open so the steam wouldn’t obscure his view of the baby!    Technology, as wonderful as it is, may also enable us to “cop out” when things get a bit difficult. That goes for parenting, as well. Turn off your phone off sometimes and let your spouse or sitter handle things for a while. Being disconnected is not always a bad thing!    (Dr. Sue Hubbard is an awardwinning pediatrician, medical editor and media host. “The Kid’s Doctor” TV feature can be seen on more than 90 stations across the U.S. Submit questions at http://www.kidsdr. com. The Kid’s Doctor e-book, “Tattoos to Texting: Parenting Today’s Teen,” is now available from Amazon and other e-book vendors.)


Thursday, November 27, 2014 The Reporter

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D230 schools put out world-championship effort in Relay for Life By Tim Hadac Staff reporter

$3.5 million that the studentled effort has produced over the years. Most high schools are thrilled Relay For Life was founded to win a state championship. in 1985 by a physician who The three schools in Con- walked and ran around a track solidated High School District in Tacoma, Wash., for 24 hours, 230— Stagg, Sandburg and An- raising $27,000. drew—just won a world chamSince then, Relay For Life has pionship, for the 18th year in grown to 5,200 annual events in a row. 20 countries around the world. “It takes a lot of time, comThe events are designed to mitment and grit to consistently “honor cancer survivors, reand so perfectly make a differ- member loved ones lost, and ence, and our students have fight back against a disease that that,” said Sandburg Principal has already taken too much,” Deborah Baker at last Thurs- according to a description on day’s District 230 board meet- the American Cancer Society ing, as she announced that the website. “The funds you raise district once again is the top truly make a difference in the high school fundraiser in the fight against cancer – just ask American Cancer Society’s an- one of the nearly 14 million canPhoto by Jeff Vorva nual Relay For Life campaign. cer survivors who will celebrate Two students ready themselves for an overnight event walk at Baker said that the district another birthday this year!” Sandburg’s athletic track at last May’s District 230 Relay For raised more than $320,000 this Relay For Life fundraising Life at Sandburg High School. year, adding to the more than teams typically camp out over-

night and take turns walking or running around a track or path at a local high school, park, or fairground. Events are up to 24 hours long—to emphasize the point that cancer never sleeps— and each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times. Singled out for praise at last Thursday’s board meeting were Relay For Life student event chairs Emily Krusenoski, of Sandburg, Julie Zielinski, of Stagg, and Jenna Ryan, of Andrew. “These are truly some of the most passionate and hard working volunteers I’ve ever had the privilege of working with,” said American Cancer Society representative Kristen Kolwelter, as she nodded at the three students. Also earning praise at the board meeting were Relay For

Life faculty/staff mentors Jake Kruchten, of Sandburg, Sara Sweeney, of Andrew, and Patricia Regan and Katie Fitzpatrick, of Stagg. “I don’t think a lot of people realize that our staff doesn’t get paid for this,” added board member Kathy Quilty. “They do it as volunteers.” “I think this event doesn’t get the recognition it deserves, said board President Rick Nogal. “It’s truly remarkable. It’s quite a tribute, and we’re very proud of you. Something, like, a third of our student body participates…it’s very rare to get a third of our student body to participate in any one event,” he added, as several colleagues chuckled. The district’s next Relay For Life event is already set for May 8.

Bulletin Board CONRADY JUNIOR HIGH Conrady Junior High Band to Perform At Disney World   Members of the Conrady band, accompanied by Sue Clemens, band director, will perform a concert during a fourday stay in Downtown Disney World. The band takes a trip each year, but this is the first time the band has traveled to Disney World. The group of 43 will include students, staff and chaperones.   Clemons said the students have been preparing for two months in preparation for the trip and the 30-miniute concert they will perform in Downtown Disney World. The band is a mix of sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade students. The young musicians will participate in a workshop called, You're Instrumental, in which they get to work with Disney staff to record a piece of music in an actual recording studio. The music the Conrady band records will then be included as part of a Disney movie. OAK LAWN/HOMETOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT 123 Kolmar Avenue School to Host Preschool Open House for District 123    Oak Lawn/Hometown School District 123 will be hosting an open house during the district wide late start on Wednesday, Dec. 3 from 10 to 11:00 a.m. Anyone interested in the 3 and 4 year-old tuition preschool program for next year is welcome to attend.    The open house will be held at Kolmar Avenue School, 10425 S Kolmar Ave., Oak Lawn, where the program is currently housed. This program uses the Creative Curriculum Approach and incorporates a literacy-enriched instruction while providing opportunities for purposeful play. A state certified teacher teaches the program.    Parents who have a child that would be in preschool next year, and wants to see how the program runs, call Kolmar Avenue School at 422-1800 to register for the open house.   Tuition Preschool registration will be held Friday, Feb. 13 at Hometown Elementary School, 8870 S Duffy Ave., between the hours of 1 and 6 p.m. Enrollment is based upon availability and registration is by appointment only. Interested parents can call for an appointment after Jan. 16 to secure a spot for their child. Enrollment

is open to out-of-district families starting Tuesday, March 3. SOUTHWEST CHICAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sky Guy to Visit Southwest Chicago Christian during Reading Night    Southwest Chicago Christian School, 5665 W. 101st St., Oak Lawn, will host a Community Reading Night from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12.    This event is free, and open to the public. All children ages preschool through middle school are welcome to attend. Participants do not have to register for the event. For more information, call Tim Schnyders at 388-7656.   The night will include representatives from the WNBA Chicago Sky, including the Sky Guy mascot reading books to children in attendance, a time for autographs and pictures, and several giveaways from the Chicago Sky, including free tickets for the 2015 season. There will also be autographed giveaways from other Chicago professional teams. GOVERNOR’S STATE Salt Creek Ballet Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary Of ‘The Nutcracker’ December 6 at GSU’s Center for Performing Arts    The Salt Creek Ballet is celebrating their 30th anniversary with a special new production of the holiday classic “The Nutcracker”. The Nutcracker returns to Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. Families can also enjoy a ‘Sugar Plum Party’ between the performances at 3 p.m., where they can take pictures with Santa, sip hot chocolate, eat cookies, and enter to win prizes.    This year’s production of The Nutcracker features a cast of 100 dancers, including local children and young adults ages 8-17 from the school of the Salt Creek Ballet. The current production will feature all new sets, costumes, a 42-piece ensemble and internationally recognized guest dancers.    Tickets are $20-40 for adults, $20 for seniors 65 and older, and $20 for children 16 and younger. For more information, or to buy tickets, call 235-2222, or buy online at CenterTickets. net. The box office is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and two hours

prior to performances. Center for Performing Arts programming is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency. MOUNT CARMEL Mount Carmel High School Caravan Gala Kicks Off At Cork & Kerry    The 2015 Caravan Gala committee invites members of the Mount Carmel community to join them from 6 to 10 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, at the Cork and Kerry, 10614 S. Western Ave., Chicago, to learn more about the Caravan Gala.   The cost is $35 in advance and $40 at the door. The celebration is free if a ticket to the Gala is purchased prior to the kick-off. The cost includes appetizers, soda, domestic beer, wine and cocktails. To purchase kickoff wristbands, visit mchs. org/galakickoff. To purchase gala tickets, visit mchs.org/ caravangala.   At the gala it will be explained what the impact the event has on the school through the Mount Carmel Educational Foundation, and how to get involved as foundation members plan the 2015 Gala. This year’s Gala will take place on FebruSupplied photo ary 28, 2015 at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnifi- Motivational Speaker Eddie Slowikowski (center) poses with Student Council leaders Belal Sulieman cent Mile. All proceeds from and Afreen Yasin. Oak Lawn hosted Slowikowski for its annual leadership conference. the kickoff event support the Mount Carmel Educational Foundation. STAGG Stagg, Argo High Schools To Host Police Meeting With Nationally Recognized Presenter   The Stagg High School Police Meeting, which includes representatives from all three District 230 schools, will combine with the Argo High School Police Meeting to host Chief Patrick O’Connor from Moraine Valley Community College to present about ways that the police and schools can prevent school violence, identify at-risk students, and respond to active shooter situations.   The meeting will be held Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 8 a.m. in the Stagg High School Performing Arts Center foyer, 8001 W. 111th St., Palos Hills.   This event not only gives school and police in the community an opportunity to hear from a nationally recognized presenter, but also allows for dialogue about communities, students and some of the issues currently affecting the area.

Fast Slowikowski motivates Oak Lawn students at assembly Oak Lawn Community High School’s Student Council retained Eddie Slowikowski as the speaker for the annual motivational assembly on Nov. 14. Slowikowski is an All-American track and cross country athlete from Loyola University who was inducted into Loyola’s Hall of Fame. He sought to enrich his life with service and empowerment for himself and others.

Whether it was in monthlong service projects in Central America or helping the homeless in the city of Chicago, Slowikoski widened his world view beyond the life of elite training, while applying those same principles to his speaking business. The motivator used music, sound effects, dancing and audience interaction to bring his presentation to Oak Lawn staff

and students. He shared personal stories of setting goals, showing compassion, and believing in oneself. Drawing on his record of running a 3-minute,58-second mile,he challenged the students to consider their own passions and goals in life, or their own 3:58. —Submitted by Oak Lawn Community High School

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Recommends That Every Child Visit The Dentist By Their First Birthday Infant Screenings to Prevent Oral Disease Goodbye toothless smiles, hello pearly whites! New parents can sometimes question when to start bringing their children to the dentist. Did you know that the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that every child visit the dentist by the child’s first birthday or within six months after the first tooth appears? The Pediatric dental office of Dr. Ned Savide and Dr. Christopher Neal would like to help parents make good decisions regarding their children’s teeth and dental hygiene. We believe that education along with proper care is key to a smile that will last your child’s lifetime. Many parents don’t realize that dental caries (cavities) is the most prevalent disease in our nation’s children. As a past president of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, no one would know about this epidemic better than Palos’ own Dr. Ned. With over 35 years of experience serving Palos Heights and the surrounding towns, we would like to give back to the community that has helped us grow and allowed us to care for their children. Our office will be providing dental screenings for infants along with dental health education for parents as a community service on December 12th, 2014 and January 30th, 2015. We will answer all your questions about pacifiers, bottle-feeding, and infant oral hygiene. This event will be by reservation only. Call our office at 708-448-6700 to secure a spot for your little one and to start a relationship that will secure a healthy and happy smile for your child.

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Shepard pumped up for blood drive Shepard High School senior Tyler Callahan donates one of the 148 units of blood for Heartland Blood Centers collected at Shepard this week during its annual fall blood drive sponsored by National Honor Society.

Christopher Neal D.D.S. • Ned Savide D.D.S.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Park Clips

EVERGREEN PARK Dec. 6 through Jan. 24: The Evergreen Park Recreation Department is partnering with Beyond the Arc Academy to offer a boys and girls developmental basketball league. Players will receive a team shirt and play 40-minute games with equal playing time. Players will participate in three weeks of skills and drills, focusing on the fundamentals of individual and team play. This will be followed by five weeks of team play. This program will be held at the Activity Center, 3450 W. 97th St., from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. The fee is $60.

for boys and girls 4 to 13 years old, and begins Feb. 7. The fee is $65.00 for eight weeks and is open to residents only.

Jan. 10: This is the last day registration for the winter indoor soccer league. The goal of the winter indoor soccer league will be to promote enjoyment, learning, and individual development for all participants. The intent of the program is to let the children have fun, to instruct them in the fundamentals and rules of soccer, and to learn about themselves and others as they play together. The fee is waived for one player if an adult coaches. All games will be played Saturdays at the Activity Center, 3450 W. 97th St., or Evergreen Park High School, 9901 S. Kedzie Ave. The program is

Date TBD: The Evergreen Park Recreation Department is offering figure skating lessons for young children, 3 to 5 years old, to learn beginning skating skills. An adult has to be on the ice with their child. The lessons will be given Saturdays from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Lessons will be given for six weeks. The fee is $45 for residents and $50 for non-residents. Youth, 6 and older, are invited to take ice skating lessons from 10:15 to 11 a.m. Saturdays. This class is for children who have never had lessons, and for those with a basic knowledge of skating, looking to improve their skills. The fee for the six-week lessons is $50 for residents and $55.00 for non-residents. Those interested should call the Recreation Department at 2293373 for the opening date of the ice rink located at 8900 S. Kedzie.

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWMBS, INC., REPERFORMING LOAN CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-R3, Plaintiff, -v.DANIEL R. SIMS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, KIMBERLY LYNN SIMS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 31999 9219 S. CENTRAL PARK 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 March 20, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 15, 2014, 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: LOTS 39 AND 40 IN BLOCK 9 IN B.F. JACOB’S RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1 TO 16 AND 21 TO 28 IN B.F. JACOBS EVERGREEN PARK SUBDIVISION. OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9219 S. CENTRAL PARK AVENUE, Evergreen Park, IL 60805 Property Index No. 24-02-408-009-0000 AND 2402-408-010-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $215,864.14. 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.

Dec. 13 and Jan. 10: The Evergreen Park Recreation Department is offering culinary classes for children. Participants will be learning the basics of cooking and baking. They will be able to eat all that is made in class. The class will be held Saturday, Dec. 13 and Jan. 10 from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the Community Center, 3450 W. 97th St. The fee for each class is $15.

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.MARK A KORZENIEWSKI Defendants 10 CH 47510 9537 SOUTH CENTRAL AVENUE Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 26, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 17, 2014, 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 23 AND 24 IN BLOCK 7, AND THE NORTH HALF OF VACATED ALLEY LYING IMMEDIATELY SOUTH OF AND ADJOINING LOT 24 IN BLOCK 7, ALL IN OAK LAWN CAMPBELL’S SUBDIVISION OF THAT PART OF THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, LYING NORTH OF THE WABASH, ST. LOUIS AND PACIFIC RAILROAD EXCEPT THE EAST 8 FEET OF LOT 6 AND EXCEPT ALL OF LOTS 7, 8, 9, 10, 25, 26, 27, 28 AND 29 IN BLOCK 4 AND ALL OF BLOCK 11 IN MINNICK’S OAK LAWN SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER AND THE WEST 20 ACRES OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (EXCEPT THE NORTH 699.94 FEET OF THE EAST 696 FEET THEREOF), IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9537 SOUTH CENTRAL AVENUE, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-09-100-023, 24-09-100-024. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $280,544.12. 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 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.

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.

Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues.

Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues.

For information, contact Sales Department, THE WIRBICKI LAW GROUP, 33 WEST MONROE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 360-9455 Please refer to file number W14-0174.

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 IL-002085.

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.

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.

THE WIRBICKI LAW GROUP 33 WEST MONROE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 360-9455 Attorney File No. W14-0174 Attorney Code. 42463 Case Number: 12 CH 31999 TJSC#: 34-18104

KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 Attorney File No. IL-002085 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 10 CH 47510 TJSC#: 34-18936

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.

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.

Library Notes GREEN HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY The Green Hills Public Library, 8611 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills, will be open Wednesday, Dec. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; closed Thursday, Dec. 25; open on Wednesday, Dec. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; closed on Thursday, Jan. 1. For more information, or to register for a program, call 598-8446, or visit greenhillslibrary.org. Dec. 2: D.I.Y. Tween Ornament Painting offers tweens 10 to 13 years a chance to get crafty and make their own personalized ornaments at 6 p.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. The group will make unique ornaments using D.I.Y. techniques along with glitter, paint, tinsel, varnish, and more. Registration is required and limited to 25 tweens. Dec. 3: The Lego Club allows the Green Hills Public Library staff to supply the Legos, and members to supply the imagination and building skills. The club is open to students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Due to limited space, club members are asked to please only attend either the afternoon session from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., or the evening session from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Registration is required and limited to 30. Dec. 4: The Green Hills Public Library is offering Family Bingo at 6 p.m. All ages are invited to come and play Bingo for prizes. Everyone is a winner. Trivia will be played between rounds. Registration is required and limited to 60. Register all attending. Dec. 5: Friday Flicks at the Green Hills Public Library presents the 2014 comedy/drama film, The Hundred-Foot Journey, starring Helen Mirren, at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 8: The Green Hills Public Library presents the Lajkonik Polish Holiday Ensemble at 7 p.m. Patrons can enjoy the holiday season through a celebration of dance and music performed by the Lajkonik Polish Song and Dance Ensemble. Singers will be in costume and sing in Polish while explaining key parts in English. Registration is required. Dec. 9: D.I.Y. Teen Cookie Decorating is open to teens ages 13 through 17 at 6 p.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. Teens can ring in the holidays at the library and decorate their own cookies. Participants are invited to get festive and creative with icing and holiday decorations. Registration is required and limited to 25 teens. Dec. 10: Green Team Time with Miss Emily features nature themed stories and activities at 6:30 p.m. for children ages 6 to 8. Dec. 11: The South Side Seniors Social invites all seniors to join them at 10 a.m. at the Green Hills Public Library they we make some crafty winter jewelry and chat about what’s coming up for the new year. Refreshments will be served. Dec. 11: The Teen Pizza and Movie Night features The Fault in Our Stars, the heart-breaking romance based on the novel by John Green at 6 p.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. Movie-goers can snack on pizza and pop while they watch the film. One lucky person will win a copy of the movie. The movie is for teens 13 to 17. Registration is required and limited to 30 teens. Dec. 12: Family Movie Time presents Maleficient at 4:30 p.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. Each person gets popcorn and juice. All ages are welcome. Dec. 16: Patrons are invited to gather at the Green Hills Public Library at 2 p.m. to watch the World Film, the 2013 ChileanSpanish drama film, Gloria. Dec. 16: The Manga Club is open to those 10 to 14 years old who love to read manga and watch anime and are looking for a new series to get hooked on. Young patrons are invited come to the Green Hills Public Library at 6 p.m. to talk about manga and enjoy some snacks. Participants are urged to bring their favorite titles to share. Registration is required and limited to 25. Dec. 17 and Dec. 18: An Ornament Painting class is being offered to anyone age 5 and older at 6 p.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. Participants can celebrate the winter season by painting an ornament to take home. Registration is required and limited to 35 per session. Due to limited space, patrons are asked to register (Continued on page 12)

Nativity luncheon at The Center will revisit the Christmas manger The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, will host a luncheon on Tuesday, featuring the history and a live re-enactment of the Christmas crèche. Center Program Director Lois Lauer will share the story of how St. Francis began the tradition of reenacting the story of Christmas, and then she’ll be joined by the Rev. Chris Hopkins and several other members of The Center’s staff to stage a live re-enactment of the Nativity with a real donkey and sheep inside the Great Hall of The Center’s Lodge. Several beautiful examples of ceramic and wood nativity sets will be on display, and attendees are invited to bring their treasured or unusual nativity sets to add to the display. The luncheon begins at noon, costs $18 and requires advance reservations. The program at 1 p.m. will Submitted photo follow luncheon. For reservations or information, call The Center at Garrett Golden and Beth and Zoe Eliadis portray the Holy Family at 361-3650. a prior Living Nativity luncheon held by The Center in Palos Park.

Community Briefs CHICAGO/EVERGREEN PARK LCM Hospital Foundation Honors Outstanding Accomplishments Little Company of Mary Hospital Foundation will host the 25th year anniversary of the Crystal Heart Ball Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Field Museum. The Crystal Heart Ball showcases individuals and organizations for their outstanding accomplishments and service. This year, the hospital will honor one of Metropolitan Chicago’s wellknown humanitarian groups and an outstanding department at Little Company of Mary Hospital. The Venerable Mary Potter Humanitarian Award honors individuals whose personal and professional accomplishments embody the ideas, vision and mission of Venerable Mary Potter, who founded the Little Company of Mary Sisters in 1877. The 2015 Venerable Mary Potter Humanitarian Award will be presented to Rita Ryan, Founder of A New Direction. The Sister Nancy

Boyle Award for Excellence honors an LCMH individual or department for their outstanding service as reflected in the core service values of strength, grace, innovative spirit, compassion and respect for all, which Sister Nancy Boyle modeled so well. The 2015 Sister Nancy Boyle Award for Excellence will be presented to the Little Company of Mary Hospital ICU Nursing Teams. OAK LAWN Princesses Invited to Dress Up for Stony Creek Luncheon Once Upon a Celebration will be held at the Oak Lawn Park District’s Stony Creek Restaurant and Banquet Facility, 5850 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn Sunday. Parents are invited to bring their favorite Ice Queen, her Ice Princess sister, and their favorite Snowman friend for a princess luncheon. Performers will sing popular songs and tell a story or two starting at noon. A light lunch buffet at 1 p.m. is included and will be followed by an optional photo session with the perform-

ers for $10 each. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Children can come dressed up as their favorite princess. Cost is $9.95 for adults and $5.95 for children 10 and younger. Reservations are required. For more information or to make reservations, call 3986284, or visit Stony Creek online at golfstonycreek.com. Santa Coming to Stony Creek for Breakfast Community residents can enjoy a delicious warm breakfast, holiday music, and a visit from Santa at the Oak Lawn Park District’s Stony Creek Restaurant and Banquet facility, 5850 W. 103rd St., for the annual Breakfast with Santa event. Breakfast with Santa will take place at 9 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 6. Participants can bring their appetites, Christmas lists, and a camera for pictures. The cost is $9.95 for adults and $5 for children, 7 and younger. For more information, or to make reservations, call 398-6284, or visit Stony Creek online at golfstonycreek.com.

Slader beats the odds By Jim Hook School District 117

credits two of his former teachers in District 117: Mary Lemaster and Maren Waksmundski.    Brian Sladek considers himself   “Mrs. Lemaster was my a lucky man. teacher in both first and fifth    He said he’s the loving father of grades,” he said. “First grade beautiful and healthy twins (Avwas really my introduction to ery and Vivienne). He has a wife school, and she really challenged (Kate) whom he said he adores me, especially with reading. and he has a mom (Karen) whom   “Now having a mom who he credits for helping him become was a teacher really helped to the man he is today. begin with,” he said. “I’d like    Not a bad life. to think all that work with my   But it hasn’t been an easy mom paid off, but Mrs. Lemaster life. The 35-year-old Chicago did challenge me to read more resident has fought and beaten advanced books.” cancer not once — but twice.    Sladek said Mrs. Waksmundski He was diagnosed with nonchallenged him, too, but in math. Hodgkin’s lymphoma when he   “Believe me, there was no Sladek was 20 and then again when mathematician in my future,” he was 30. he said. “But she did challenge   “It’s been a tough road,” said. “Now who can afford me to do my best. I’ve always Sladek said. “But I was deter- that?” remembered that and tried to mined to fight it and win. Plus,    He admits being a curious kid accomplish that.” I have had such great people in by nature. It probably didn’t   Fast-forward nearly 30 years. my corner who have helped me hurt having a mom as a teacher Brian’s mom, Karen, is retiring every step of the way. That has (Karen Sladek at Dorn). at the end of this school year. His   “With mom, school was al- twins will be about 16 months been huge.”   Sladek grew up in Palos ways the main focus,” Sladek old when Karen retires in June. Hills where he attended Quin said. “My mom was always there    “School and teaching children (now Sorrick), Oak Ridge and for me. She helped me with my have been her life,” Brian said Conrady Junior High schools. schoolwork, which is something of his mom. “Selfishly, the timHe then attended Stagg High I want to do with my kids. I ing (of her retirement) is perfect. School before heading for the always want to be there for   “She’ll have Avery and Vivisunshine at the University of them. That is so important.” enne reading before you know    In addition to his mom, Sladek it,” he said. Central Florida.   Now he’s helping others diagnosed with cancer as the director of patient access, education and advocacy with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in Chicago.    “It’s really weird. When I was first diagnosed (at 20), I didn’t want to talk about it or share what I was going through,” Sladek said. “Then when I was diagnosed again at 30, it had a different level of meaning for me. I wanted to use it as a tool to help others.”    And help he has.    Sladek travels throughout 13 Midwestern states with his job advocating for patients’ rights and meeting with state legislators on bills relating to health insurance and the health care industry.   “The research funding (for cancer) has been great,” he said. “But there are some amazing therapies that aren’t getting to people who really need them because of the (prohibitive) costs involved.    “One of these medicines costs (Answers on page 11) $11,000 per month,” Sladek


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CONSUMER / FEATURES

Check out this year-end financial checklist As 2014 draws to a close, you may want to look back on the progress you’ve made this past year in various areas of your life — and that certainly includes progress toward your financial goals. At the same time, you may want to make some end-of-year moves that can close out 2014 on a positive note while paving the way for a productive 2015. Here are a few such moves to consider: • Boost your retirement plan contributions. This actually isn’t an end-of-year move because you have until April 15, to contribute to your Roth or Traditional IRA for the 2014 tax year. Nonetheless, the sooner you get extra dollars working for you in your IRA, the better. You can put in up to $5,500 to your IRA (or $6,500 if you’re 50 or older) for 2014. If you are self-employed, or run a small business, you also have until April 15 to contribute to a retirement account, such as a SEP IRA or a SIMPLE plan. In

addition to helping you build resources for retirement, these types of plans can offer you some tax advantages — so if you haven’t established a retirement plan yet, consult with your financial and tax professionals • Sell your “losers.” If you own investments that have lost value since you purchased them, you can sell them before 2014 ends and use the tax loss to offset some capital gains you may have earned in other investments. If you don’t have any capital gains, you can use up to $3,000 of your tax losses to offset other ordinary income. And for a loss greater than $3,000, you can “carry over” the excess and deduct it from your taxes in future years. If you still liked the investment that you sold at a loss, and you want to keep it in your portfolio, you could repurchase it, but you’ll have to wait 31 days to avoid violating the IRS’ “wash sale” rules. Keep in mind that these suggestions only apply to investments held outside your

of it — with a Roth, you won’t be able to deduct your 401(k) contributions from your taxes, but once you retire, you won’t be taxed on your withdrawals. • Review your insurance coverage. If you’ve experienced any changes in your life in 2014 — new spouse, new child, divorce, new job, etc. — you may need to review your life insurance coverage to make sure that it’s still sufficient for your needs and that you have the correct beneficiaries in place. By making these and other moves, you can say a fond farewell to 2014, knowing that you’ve done what you could to help bolster your financial position — for 2015 and beyond.

TECHNO TALK By Shelley Palmer

Look out for holiday hack attack

According to a June study by the Center for Strategic and International Studies, the likely annual cost to the global economy from cybercrime could reach $575 Billion. It's a big number. Here are a five ways hackers will try to employer-sponsored retirement get you to contribute to it while account; you can’t take a tax you enthusiastically search for deduction on capital losses in a the best deals on Black Friday 401(k) or similar plan. and Cyber Monday. • Evaluate your 401(k) invest  Hack #1 — Social Engineerment mix. You may be able to ing - the process of manipulatadjust the investment mix in ing people to give up private your 401(k) as often as you like. information. Some of the most So when evaluating your 401(k), well publicized hacks in recent make sure your holdings aren’t    Scott Johnson, CFP, is a finan- memory have been socially enconcentrated in just a few invest- cial advisor with Edward Jones, gineered. What's more likely... ments, and try to determine if 8146 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, Apple's iCloud being hacked or your portfolio is still appropriate 974-1965. Edward Jones does not someone (such as Kate Upton or for your risk tolerance — not too provide legal advice. This article Jennifer Lawrence) being tricked aggressive or too conservative. was written by Edward Jones for or willingly "lending" their passAlso, if your plan offers a “Roth” use by your local Edward Jones word to someone? option, consider taking advantage financial advisor.   If you are checking out on an obscure website this Cyber Monday and the site asks you to "confirm" the last four digits of your social security number, you're about to be hacked. No commerce site needs your social security number, not even the last four digits. The request will look innocuous, you'll be busy getting a deal on that awesome pair of rare Nike kicks, and you'll be one    Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 9725 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit #101, step closer to having your credit card spoofed or worse. Counterto Hughes Kelly T, 4041 Stillwell $50,500; Pl, $155,000;    Excel Cap LLC to Lukaski Robi measures — Don’t give up more   GMRI Inc to ARCP RL Portfo- L, 4905 109th St, Unit #12201, information than is absolutely lio IV LLC, 9500 Southwest Hwy, $39,000; necessary. $5,033,000;   US Bk to Rahmanovic Selim,   Hack #2 — Phishing - the act    Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 8909 Central Ave, $59,000. of defrauding an online account to Bader Maher I, 6651 W 88th holder of financial information by Pl, $171,000; Palos Hills posing as a legitimate company.    Hickey Susan M Adm to Zientek   Sorbellini James to Waller Got an email from Amazan.com? David, 11012 Kilpatrick Ave, Unit Thomas, 9166 Del Prado Dr, Unit Yeah, that’s not Amazon. Look #11012SW3, $52,500; #91661S, $134,000; closely. Thanksgiving is one of   Kobylarczyk Kazimierz to Lu-   Bernardoni Glenda to Jonczyk the heaviest phishing days of the kaszczyk Maciej W, 9704 S Nash- Wojciech, 11122 S 84th Ave, Unit year, because fewer people paid to ville Ave, $219,000; #111223B, $63,500; protect you from phishing attacks   Pacor Mtg Corp to Muthana   Gutierrez Nick to Pro Choice are working. Phishing attacks are Mohamed A, 10937 S Knox Ave, Properties Inc, 10006 S 86th Ave, actually 336% more common on $215,000; $123,000; Thanksgiving, meaning you’re    Fajardo Abel Joel to Cook Pamela   Kirylko Kristine to Krzysiak far more likely to receive a susL, 6220 W 94th St, $185,000; Wladyslaw, 21 Cour Monnet, picious email in your inbox on   Whitty Sharon L to Romero $125,000; Cyber Monday. Rosa M, 6135 W 94th St, Unit    Ziemann Evelyn H Tr to Gensch #B3, $66,500; Daniel W, 9006 Del Prado Dr, Unit   There’s a reason Gmail sent that email to your Spam folder.    Downs Arnold D Jr to Robinson #90061N, $126,500; Nikita A, 5800 105th St, Unit #3E,    Higgins John J to Higgins Mat- Leave it there. If you didn't ask $69,000; thew, 8034 W 100th St, $154,000. for it, don't click on it! There’s no reason to give out your fi   Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr nancial info because a scammer to Selucky Steven M, 5405 Avery Worth Pl, $175,000;    Bandstra Daniel to Stoots Ricky decided to send you a halfway   Samocki Rhonda Lynn Tr to Joseph, 6517 W 107th St, $185,000; decent-looking email. CounterTwadell Heidi, 10400 S Circle Dr,   Lukasiewicz Virginia Tr to Lu- measures — Carefully, carefully, Unit #101, $8,100; kasiewicz Stephen F, 11238 S Oak carefully check who emails are from. If you’re not sure about    Fannie Mae to Hut Dev Grp LLC, Park Ave, $135,000. a sender, it’s best to avoid that email and deal.   Hack #3 — “Scammer Grammar” and General Scamming Behavior - If a website features many misspellings and grammatical errors, be wary. No company that genuinely wants your business will rush to put up a listing that looks like it was typed by a third grader.   Beware of sites that require First Midwest Bank (as of Nov. 24) payment via wire transfer, or that RATES APR POINTS require you to act immediately 30-year fixed 4.250 4.297 0 to secure the product. Consumer 15-year fixed 3.500 3.769 0 Affairs says, “Beware of ‘act now’ Jumbo 30-year fixed 4.250 4.295 0 offers that tell you the seller is a soldier needing cash for possessions before deploying to a war zone or a recent divorcee wanting United Trust Bank (as of Nov. 25) to unload her former husband's RATES APR POINTS belongings. 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Area Property Tran$fer$

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   Pudzisz Pawel to Gniedziejko Antoni, 10619 Major Ave, $530,000;   Kaszuba Jan to Fidor Andrzej, 9708 S Nottingham Ave, Unit #2D, $25,000;    Amelies Court LLC to Aimo Invest LLLP, 10604 Southwest Hwy, $775,000.

Otoole Margaret R Tr to Ekhoff Steven, 9108 S Troy St, $185,000. Hickory Hills   Fernandez Marlene to Moro Jenny, 8901 S Roberts Rd, Unit #209, $78,000;    Kurnat Maria to Pham Van, 8700 S 83rd Ct, $285,000;    Abusaad Mahmoud S to Midland Fed S&L Assn Tr, 8859 S Roberts Rd, $587,500.

Oak Lawn   Jagodinski Scott A to Fleitas Jose, 6215 W 89th Pl, $270,000;   Federal Loan Mtg Corp to Hut Dev Grp LLC, 4905 109th St, Unit Evergreen Park #12102, $30,000;    Rosa Martin F to Royce Kyle S,   SA Loan Fund 901 LLC to 2903 W 102nd St, $118,000; Paoletti Brian, 9628 49th Ave,   Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp $171,000; to Inverclyde LLC, 8738 S Utica   Gill Mark W to Clendenning Ave, $130,000; Adam J, 10404 S Keating Ave,   Bertucci William to Volzheni- Unit #1D, $110,000; na Viktoriya, 8840 S Mozart St,   Murphy Thomas W Sr to Rehr $52,500; Brett A, 8717 Tulley Ave, $162,000;   BlackHills Equities to Dunst   Loeb Harvey to Vincentainer withLLC Tony Ranuro Shawn J, 9425 S Trum- Moraima, 9547 Merrimac Ave, bull Ave, $150,000; $350,000;   Kulczyk-Kenton Victoria Tr to   Bank NY Mellon to Masoud Flores Salvador, 9352 S Francisco Faruk, 10710 Central Ave, Unit Ave, $130,000; #3E, $50,500;

Talkin Poker

Talkin Poker

By Corwin Cole

Be objective when putting behind to lose the showdown opponent on a hand with 8h 6h, giving him a lower   Human brains are excellent straight. pattern detectors, able to pre-    Though he was happy to rake dict the future results of many in a nice pot, I explained to my events. All our lives, we con- friend that he shouldn’t have sider the potential outcomes been. of situations and weigh the   When I pointed out that he with Tony Dunsthave won a lot more money possibilities to make decisions. could Usually, we avoid the biggest by continuing to bet on the river, risks, like anything that could he said that he was scared of be life-threatening, and chase running into a flush. But when I the highest rewards, like the asked him to start listing cards chance of winning the lottery. that could have made a flush At the poker table, this often for his opponent, he could only works against us, shifting our think of four or five possibilities, focus to unlikely results. 6c 5c and Jc 10c being more   A friend of mine, a smart likely than the rest. with Tony Dunst player who is still somewhat    Then, when I asked him to list new to the game, was playing all the hands that could just have $1/2 no-limit hold ‘em (nine- a 6 to make a lower straight for handed) on the World Series of his opponent, they were more Poker online site while I was numerous: all six combinations at his house. He got involved of 6-6 and at least a handful of in a hand that started with an suited connectors and gappers early-position player raising to with a 6. This left us estimat$7, prompting my friend to call ing that, if my friend had bet with Jd 10d from the hijack seat the river and gotten called, the (the seat two spots to the right of opponent would show up with a the button) and another player lower straight at least 75 percent to call from the cutoff seat. of the time, making a river bet   Three players saw a flop of highly profitable. 5d 8c 9s with $24 in the pot.    To maximize profits and miniFirst to act, the preflop raiser mize losses, you must always bet $16. My friend called with his consider exactly what your oppoopen-ended straight draw, and nents might have, not just what the player in the cutoff called they could hypothetically hold in behind him. All three players your best-case or worst-case scesaw the turn drop the 7c, giv- narios. Patience and discipline ing our hero the nut straight. are two hallmarks of excellent   With any 6 now making a poker players. With the ability to straight, the original raiser remain objective and thorough, checked, as would be expected no even when faced with scary matter what he held. My friend uncertainties, one can master opted to bet $48 into the $72 pot the art of navigating difficult and saw the cutoff call, while situations and high-pressure the preflop aggressor folded. My decisions. friend and the cutoff were now heads-up in a $168 pot.    (Corwin Cole is a poker coach   The river brought the 3c, whose instructional videos can making a club flush possible. be found at CardRunners.com. Our hero decided to check, and He can be reached at corwin@ the villain immediately checked crushlivepoker.com.)

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tion follow-up email hack. If you miss out on an auction or timed deal, ignore follow-up emails with the same offer. Scammers love to track auction sites and contact losing bidders to direct them away from secure buying environments. If you lose an item, move on to another auction. Countermeasures — Don’t shop on sites that look like they were designed by practitioners of phonetic writing or sites that would have looked awesome in 2004.   Hack #4 — Fake Black Friday Ads - Inauthentic Black Friday ads re-direct you to places you shouldn’t be, or may install malware/unwanted software on your computer.    Everyone’s looking for the best deals, so cyber criminals love to release fake Black Friday ads that trick you into visiting sites you otherwise wouldn’t visit. If you want to find great Cyber Monday deals, go directly to reputable websites, whether they're vendors (Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart) or trusted third-party aggregators (BFAds.net).   To protect yourself against phony ads, don’t change up your browsing habits from the rest of the year. Go directly to websites instead of through Google. Walmart isn’t selling a 60” HDTV for $97. If, by some miracle, that’s a real sale, you better believe it’s going to be front and center on Walmart. com. Countermeasures — Don’t search for phrases like “best Cyber Monday deals.” Don’t go to websites you’ve never heard of.   Hack #5 — Site Swap - Ambitious scammers build entire fake sites that look shockingly similar to popular retailers. This is a more complicated hack, and sometimes the most convincing — so pay attention. You will almost always get to a fake site through a search engine or a mistyped URL. But sometimes fake sites are used in combination with email hacks. The most sophisticated versions are single pages that actually link to the real sites so the information request looks more legitimate.   If you’re not sure about a link, there are a few great resources at your disposal. Sites like getlinkinfo.org or wheredoesthislinkgo.com will show you exactly where a suspicious link goes. Still not sure? It’s probably fake. Move on. The chance of landing a great deal is not worth credit card fraud or a credit score hit. Countermeasures — Go directly to retailers’ sites, rather than through search engines. Don’t click on links from any email you can't verify.    Sufficiently armed with countermeasures? I hope so. This should be a wonderful holiday season for consumers and retailers alike. There are great deals to be had on Ultra HD sets (they've come down 84% from last year). I've seen amazing deals on phones and tablets, to say nothing of stunning array of wearables on sales this year. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at shellypalmer.com — practice safe computing and enjoy the holiday.

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Walgreen’s at the 95th Street and Pulaski Road, serves as muchimproved gateway to the western (Continued from page 1) entrance to the village. He added “The future of Evergreen Park that the village is working to place has never been brighter,” Sexton a tenant in the former Walgreens said, referring to ongoing develop- site on 95th Street. “We are a little ways away from ment on the east side of town, including Menards, Meijer and the that,” Sexton said. Sexton also referenced Binny’s soon-to-open Mariano’s. Mariano’s is scheduled to open Beverage Depot, PetSmart, the rethe first week of February, and a cently completed addition to Little job fair for Evergreen Park resi- Company of Mary Hospital as sucdents on Dec. 4 at Village Hall. cessful additions to the village’s busi“We’ve got a lot of our local ness community. On the food front, Sexton said a Noodles & Company people to put work,” he said. The mayor added that the new is making its way to town and a Vietnamese-French fusion restau-

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WHATIZIT

Well, this is appropriate.    We had, if you will, a photo finish. That’s appropriate for a game that involves photos.    The first winning guess of last week’s Guest Whatizit submission by Worth’s Donna Hirsch (a Selenicereus grandiflorus, otherwise known as a Night-blooming cereus, which is pronounced ‘serious’) came Thursday morning from Theresa and George Rebersky of Worth.    One minute later, Oak Lawn’s Steve Rosenbaum popped in with the right answer.   Two minutes later, the Rebersky tag-team sent another e-mail with the correct guess again and explained that the first time they sent it, they received an error message that it didn’t go through.   Luckily for the Reberskys, the first e-mail made it. Luckily for the lazy members of our Board of Directors, they don’t have to make the call on a controversial decision. That would cause them to actually have to think. And it would interfere with nap time.    The Night-blooming cerius, once a prop in a “Dennis the Menace” TV episode, blooms at night and sometimes blooms just once a year.    Other not-so-late bloomers who guessed right were Chicago Ridge’s Mike and Linda Denham and Dana Oswald, Palos Hills’ Karen Gruns and Linda Pinto and Evergreen Park’s Henrietta Mysliwiec.   Incorrect guesses were of Dahlias, a Titan Arum Corpse Flower and a Mock Orchard.   This week’s clue is that these products are being sold locally starting on Black Friday.    Send those guesses to thereporter@comcast.net with WHATIZIT in the subject line by Monday night. Don’t forget your name and hometowns!

Don’t let drama sour your Thanksgiving The holidays don’t always elicit harmony among family members. For some, coming together heightens deep-rooted and unresolved offenses. In most cases, drama isn’t formally invited but somehow slips in unannounced. Personally, I appreciate hearing how other people navigate through uncomfortable family interactions. They’ve helped me to circumvent a few of my own. This scenario happened to my girlfriend and hearing it stuck with me for a while. She was in a relationship with a man who lived with his mother, whom had ongoing health difficulties. She said, during the course of their relationship, his mom was moody, but hadn’t overtly offended her until this one afternoon. Allow me to place you in the scenario. Due to her health issues, this mother has diet restrictions that often lead her to have strong cravings. This particular day she longs for tacos, so you volunteer to make them. Upon opening her frig, you real-

ize the ingredients for tacos must be sitting on the shelf at the local grocer because they aren’t inside. Therefore, you go and return. With fresh produce in hand, you now embark upon dicing tomatoes, shredding lettuce and scrambling ground beef. You feel a sense of accomplishment when you pull the golden, crisp, taco shells from the oven. Layering the ingredients proportionately inside, you trot your display of tacos, eating utensils and preferred beverage to her room with delight. You feel good about fulfilling someone else’s desire. Despite the time, energy and monetary loss, you’re glad you could help. The only thing you need is a satisfied reaction from the individual you’ve gone out of your way to accommodate. But, you get…”I’m not eating that.” In disbelief no less, you place the tray before her anyway. She pushes it away and restates, “I’m not eating it. It doesn’t have sour cream.” You quickly discover she isn’t joking. You weren’t aware of sour cream being a prerequisite

I don’t know. What I know is this, offense is meant to hurt our feelings, cause resentment, irritation, anger, or displeasure. Surrendering to offense allows the emotion to steal our joy. Being offended is a choice. We can choose to let an event replay, ponder our responses through trivial gossip and plan retaliations, or we can choose to let it go. Keeping yourself conscious of surrendering offense takes practice. It’s impossible for offenses not to come to us but let’s make sure these offenses aren’t coming By Claudia Parker from us. I pray your Thanksgiving will prior to preparing this meal. But, leave you full with turkey and its for her, no sour cream on tacos is trimmings, fellowship with family like Oreos without milk -- a deal and family. And of course, football! breaker. Therefore, she doesn’t eat Let’s leave the drama outside in the tacos and she doesn’t apologize the cold. But, if it happens to slip in anyway, choose to shake it off. for her position. My girlfriend of whom this inClaudia Parker is an Evercident occurred handled herself with class and extended grace. green Park mother, author, runShe said, “It was rude, and I was ner whose columns appear the second and fourth Thursdays for upset but I let it go.” I wondered, “Would I have?” the Reporter.

I, Claudia

The priceless value of ‘liquid gold’   Olive oil is Italy’s gold and is as valuable to your health as gold is to your bank account.   The use of this golden liquid was first recorded in Hebrew texts about the time of the exodus from Egypt. This sacred oil was hand-squeezed from olives, then stored in cool, dark cellars under the watchful eyes of rabbis.    The Greek philosopher Homer called the rich green oil “liquid gold” and it has always been a symbol of strength and healing. The Muslim prophet Mohamed believed consuming it and anointing the body with it could cure a number of diseases.    Many factors go into producing a good olive oil including the soil in which it is grown and picking the fruits at the right time. The first pressing, which was once done by a round stone pulled by oxen but is performed today by steel machines, is called “cold pressing” and produces a thick green liquid known as extra virgin olive oil. This fine oil is great on salads and foods of all kinds. The second pressing of the same oil produces a yellow liquid good for cooking, but can be used for the same purposes as extra virgin.

The Wine Guy with Anthony Scarano    Both of these oils have similar caloric and nutritional values. One tablespoon contains about 125 calories.    Today, olive oil is winning the hearts of many people interested in improving their diets and living healthier lives. It is a very easily digestible and nourishing oil that contains the good fats known as omega-3 fatty acids. It also contains vitamins A and E, helps build good cell health, is good for the heart and can help maintain bowel regularity. It can even be used on the skin to soothe heat burns, sunburn and skin eruptions, and is a good hair dressing.   People throughout the world

learned long ago that adding fat to food makes it taste better, and thus developed butter and lard. They also learned that consuming these foods, which are high in animal fat and calories, could help keep them warm because the body’s metabolism of them creates heat. This was especially true in the northern regions, where the inhabitants also made many cured meats and pickled many of their foods — from cucumbers to cabbage to fish — to give it a longer shelf life. What they didn’t know was how terrible these foods are for the body.   The people of the Mediterranean, however — Spain, Italy, Greece — were blessed with a natural source of high-calorie fats that were actually healthy. They could also grow crops year round, and because of this always had access to fresh fruits and vegetables, the finest foods a person can eat. And they had grapes, God’s gift that could be produced into the nectar known as wine.    If you are following, you may realize the countries that made the greatest strides in human development — philosophy,

medicine, the university, libraries, the arts — were the countries that had the easiest access to the most nutritional foods. This is not a mistake, some foods feed the mind, body and soul, while others can merely keep you alive until they kill you. We know now that the key to healthy living and longevity are whole foods, while many of the foods we have grown to love out of tradition and culture can cause many types of illnesses.    Like your mother told you, eat your vegetables, and throw in a lot of fruit. Cut down or eliminate meat from your diet, it does you little good and you do not need it. Top your salad or pasta with some olive oil, and drink wine every day. Do this for one year and keep track of how you feel. Your life will be changed. 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 overindulgence may be harmful to health.

Library Notes (Continued from page 10) for only one session. OAK LAWN The Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave., will be closed Dec. 24, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. For more information, or to register for a program, call 4224990, or visit oaklawnlibrary.org. Nov. 28 – Dec. 23: The Oak Lawn Public Library will be participating in the Toys for Tots campaign beginning tomorrow. Gifts for children up to age 12 can be dropped off at the Oak Lawn Public Library’s lobby. Items should be unwrapped so that they may be sorted according to age and gender. No stuffed animals, please. Dec. 2: The Oak Lawn Public Library free movie is When Harry Met Sally from 1989. The free film will be shown at 10 a.m. It stars Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan and Carrie Fisher, is 96 minutes long, and is rated R. Dec. 7: A free opera lecture on Anna Bolena will be held at 2 p.m. at the Oak Lawn Public Library. At this session, a member

of the Lyric Opera Lecture Corps will explain the plot, play musical selections and give background on the composer. The Friends of the Oak Lawn Public Library present this program. Dec. 8: A free movie from 2014, A Most Wanted Man, will be held at the Oak Lawn Public Library at 1 and 6:30 p.m. A Chechen Muslim illegally immigrates to Hamburg, where he gets caught in the international war on terror. The movie stars Philip Seymour Hoffman, Rachel McAdams and Daniel Brühl. The film is 122 minutes long and is rated R. Dec. 10: The Oak Lawn Community Partnership will hold free health screenings at the Oak Lawn Public Library from 10 to 11 a.m. in the lower level meeting room. Personnel from the Oak Lawn Fire Department will perform blood pressure screenings. The Oak Lawn Community Partnership is a cooperative alliance between the Village of Oak Lawn, Advocate Christ Medical Center, service organizations, educators, interested community members and business leaders.

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Trinity Christian College’s music department invites the community to attend the 13th annual Christmastide celebration, “Mystery Revealed,” on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 4 p.m., in the Ozinga Chapel Auditorium, 6601 W. College Drive in Palos Heights.   The event will feature a variety of music, including traditional Christmas songs, and more than 100 vocal and instrumental artists, with performances by Trinity’s Concert Choir, Gospel Choir, Honors Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Brass Quintet and Woodwind Ensemble.   General admission is $10; college students and children (2-18) are $5. To order tickets, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/christmastide2014-tickets-13605034023 or call 597-3000.

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In the soup Cougars edge Campbellsville, move on in NAIA playoffs By Ken Karrson

Against Campbellsville, St. Xavier University was m-m-m, m-m-m good when it had to be.   No argument to the contrary would likely be made about the Cougars’ offense, which surpassed the 600-yard mark in Saturday afternoon’s NAIA playoff opener versus the Kentucky-based Tigers. However, some might have disagreed in regard to SXU’s defense, which surrendered nearly 450 yards and 35 points to the visitors.   But when the game was on the line, that prevention unit was equal to the test. The Cougars registered sacks on three straight plays to quash one late Campbellsville series and then coaxed Tigers quarterback Jacob Russell into firing four incompletions one possession later.   And that second defensive stand sealed the deal for SXU, which held on for a 38-35 victory over the Tigers at Bruce R. Deaton Field. That’ll be the site for the No. 3-ranked Cougars’ next encounter as well as they’ll host No. 6 Lindsey Wilson College in a quarterfinal matchup on Saturday.   SXU (9-2) has never before Photo by Jeff Vorva squared off with the Blue RaidBrother Rice quarterback Alex Alarcon looks for an open receiver during Friday night’s Chicago Catholic League championship ers, which was the same situation game against Loyola Academy at Joe Johnston Field. The Ramblers avenged a regular-season loss to the Crusaders by bagging the locals found themselves in against Campbellsville. That una 31-14 victory.

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familiarity with their opponent contributed to the Cougars’ difficulties in subduing it, according to coach Mike Feminis.    “It’s not easy [to prepare],” he said. “We get the entire season on film, but you can’t go over 10 games. You don’t have the time. You see opponents that were similar and try to prepare off that.”    Feminis credited Tigers coaches, saying they “did their homework” in using Russell to torment an SXU squad that “had some trouble with running quarterbacks.” Russell used his arm to get Campbellsville on the board for the first time, though, as he hooked up with Demytreus Gipson on an 8-yard touchdown pass with less than four minutes gone in the first quarter.   The two collaborated again on a 14-yard scoring toss with 31 seconds left before halftime that eased the Tigers into a 2117 lead. The Cougars’ TDs came on Mike Ivlow’s 9-yard dash and Stephen Simms’ 95-yard reception, the longest scoring play of the season for SXU.    But Feminis thought the Cougars had not capitalized fully on their opportunities.   “It really should have been more — we probably should have had about 31 [points],” he said. “We weren’t converting enough (Continued on page 6)

Crusaders unable to repeat success vs. Loyola By Ken Karrson    After Loyola Academy fumbled on its first offensive play Friday night at Joe Johnston Field, Brother Rice fans were hoping a case of déjà vu was in store for the Crusaders.    After all, Rice’s regular-season upending of the Ramblers was realized largely through its ability to make Loyola pay dearly for mistakes. That earlier contest had been played in less-thanideal weather, something Crusaders coach Brian Badke said was a factor.    The conditions weren’t so bad this time, but that didn’t keep Rice from having its parade rained on. Dampening the Crusaders’ spirits was a second half that began with the Ramblers’ recovery of their own squibbed kickoff and featured scoring only from the visitors.

Loyola rang up 17 unanswered points after intermission to seize control of the Chicago Catholic League championship contest and earn a berth in Friday’s Prep Bowl. The Ramblers avenged their earlier 16-13 defeat against Rice by capturing a 31-14 triumph.    “That’s the most points we lost by all year,” Badke said. “I feel bad for our seniors not getting down to the Prep Bowl. [If we’re] healthy, I like our chances [of beating Loyola]. We were right there [for a while].”    Badke felt his depleted defense, in particular, eventually got overpowered by a potent Ramblers attack. Crusaders deep back Jordan Boyd was the latest athlete to go down as he separated his shoulder during the game. Over the course of the season Rice (7-5) lost nine players who had started at some juncture.

front line, too. It wasn’t supposed to be that way.”    A shortened field also benefited   “Everyone this time of year Loyola later in the third period is dealing with injuries,” Badke as Mark Nichols’ 1-yard plunge said. “We were ready to go [at successfully culminated a drive the game’s outset] — defensively that extended the Ramblers’ edge we knew what they were going to to 28-14. The Crusaders ventured do and played really well in the inside Loyola’s 20 once after that first half. [But] we’ve got guys but couldn’t reach the end zone. playing both ways and they got    “It was not a good time to kick worn down.” a field goal,” Badke said. “We had   And not only physically. The to go for it and we didn’t get it.” Crusaders also took a psycho-   Clifton Taylor tallied both of logical hit when the second-half Rice’s TDs, the first of those on kickoff bounced off one of their a 1-yard run shortly after Jake players and Loyola was able to Johnson’s fumble recovery. Taylor recover the loose ball. (eight carries, 31 rushing yards)   The Ramblers did not score also scored on a 19-yard pass from on that possession, but they did Alex Alarcon. so one series later after stopping   Northern Illinois UniversiRice’s offense cold and getting ty-bound Marcus Jones accounted good field position following a for nearly two-thirds of the Crupunt. Aiden Walsh tossed a 10- saders’ 311 total yards. He caught yard touchdown pass to Spencer 10 Alarcon throws for 135 yards Cecola that handed the visitors a and gained 67 on the ground, both lead they would not relinquish. team-high totals.   “It was a fluke thing,” Badke said of the kickoff. “It was on the (Continued on page 6)

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New season and new era

Richards boys basketball coach Jevon Mamon makes his debut as the Bulldogs’ coach after he replaced longtime boss John Chappetto, who retired last year after 12 seasons and a state championship. Mamon and the Bulldogs opened the season Monday night with a 53-46 victory over Perspectives-Calumet in the first round of the District 218 Thanksgiving Tip-Off Classic at Eisenhower. A preview of the season is inside this sports section and more on the D218 tournament will come next Thursday.

PLAYOFF FOOTBALL FORECAST

It’s down to King vs. King vs. Wally in the battle for postseason MVP in the Playoff Football Forecast. The 2014 regular-season king, Jeff Vorva, is 36-4 heading into the final week of the football season. The 2013 regular-season king, Ken Karrson, is three games behind and the two Lordships disagree on four games. Wally Findyz is also three games behind Vorva and disagrees with three of his picks. So it’s shaping up to be a big finish featuring games that involve teams from towns that some of these screwballs couldn’t find on a map. The tiebreaker is the SXU game point differential (closest without going over). So it comes down to this… Last week: Playoffs: Regular season: Lindsey Wilson at SXU Curie vs. Loyola Stevenson vs. Homewood-Flossmoor Providence vs. Cary-Grove Nazareth vs. Lemont Montini vs. Springfield Sacred Heart Rochester vs. Phillips Williamsville vs. Wilmington Eastland-Pearl City vs. Maroa-Forsyth Carrollton vs. Forreston

Ken Karrson 10-0 33-7 67-19 SXU by 10 Loyola Stevenson Providence Nazareth Montini Phillips Wilmington Maroa Carrollton

Jeff Vorva 10-0 36-4 68-18 L-Wilson by 7 Loyola Stevenson Providence Nazareth Sacred Heart Rochester Wilmington Pearl City Carrollton

Anthony Nasella 3-7 20-20 56-30 SXU by 10 Loyola H-F Providence Nazareth Sacred Heart Rochester Williamsville Pearl City Carrollton

Jason Maholy Wally Findysz 9-1 8-2 28-12 33-7 67-19 61-25 SXU by 18 SXU by 6 Loyola Loyola Stevenson Stevenson Providence Providence Nazareth Lemont Montini Sacred Heart Rochester Rochester Wilmington Williamsville Pearl City Pearl City Carrollton Carrollton

Bob Rakow 8-2 30-10 62-24 SXU by 10 Loyola H-F Providence Lemont Montini Rochester Wilmington Pearl City Carrollton


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Not afraid to ask the dumb questions Reprinted from May 6, 2010   Answering tough questions asked by a prospective employer is a must for anyone who seeks to work for that organization.   Answering stupid ones is another matter altogether.   Several NFL team representatives nevertheless posed a few of the latter during pre-draft screenings of college players who are on the verge of becoming very rich professionals. Some might say that no query is out of bounds, that pro franchises about to spend millions on an individual have a right to learn everything they can about said person before investing so heavily in him.   Of course, given the number of transgression-committing boobs that have been revealed over the past few years, NFL teams apparently aren’t very good at unearthing bad character traits. Or maybe those clubs simply hope their fans overlook the misdeeds and focus instead on the running back’s 1,500 rushing yards, the quarterback’s 35 touchdown passes or the defensive lineman’s 18 sacks.   Let’s face it, pro football fans aren’t very demanding when it comes to how their favorite players act off the field, as long as those athletes routinely perform at a high level on it. But that’s not the issue here.   While NFL teams should be able to delve into a player’s personal background without fear of criticism — as is the case with employers everywhere — a demarcation line must be drawn. Finding out whether someone carries a criminal record or has been accused of wrongdoing, has a previously undisclosed physical or psychological issue, or has been involved with drugs is merely a smart hiring practice.   But the NFL went beyond

that. Last week, in fact, the general manager of the Miami Dolphins actually issued an apology to former Oklahoma State receiver Dez Bryant for a previous line of questioning.   According to the website Yahoo! Sports, one of the things Jeff Ireland asked Bryant — who wound up being chosen by Dallas in the 2010 draft — was if the player’s mother was a prostitute. Apparently, the woman has had past legal troubles, so Ireland evidently felt it was within his jurisdiction to probe further.   Bryant told Yahoo! Sports he “got mad — really mad — but I didn’t show it.” Who wouldn’t have reacted in a similar manner? The website also printed a reaction from former NFL lineman Kyle Turley, who supplied the following comment:   “I don’t care who you are or who you’re talking to — that kind of question usually gets your [expletive] teeth kicked in. I mean, where do these people come from? That’s just completely [expletive] classless and totally unprofessional.”   Here’s the overriding factor — even if Bryant’s mother had been engaging in such an activity, how does that impact her son’s potential as an NFL player? Unless Bryant were acting as his mother’s pimp, he can’t be held responsible for any of her actions, nor should those automatically be seen as a reflection on what Bryant can offer a football team.   Interestingly, the question asked of Bryant was only a sampling of the weirdness. While other inquiries weren’t quite as crass, they could certainly be defined as strange. Here are a few examples provided by Yahoo! Sports:   • — “Do you play in a G-string or jock strap?” (Asked of former Oklahoma defensive tackle Gerald McCoy).   • — “Does being a white running back make you feel

‘entitled’?” (Asked of former Stanford running back Toby Gerhart).   • — “What did it feel like to desert your team?” (Asked by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of former Florida State safety Myron Rolle, who passed up his senior season to accept a Rhodes scholarship).   Hey, you can’t blame the Buccaneers for that last one. You’ve always got to be wary of those egg-headed types, lest they ask too many questions of their own.   Maybe theirs would actually make some sense.   As Yahoo! Sports writer Michael Silver reminded us, job interviews in the non-sports world would never include such bizarre tactics. Imagine the reaction if the “entitlement” question had been posed to a minority applicant in a standard business setting — think that’d be glossed over with no repercussions for the interviewer?   Silver also correctly pointed out that in today’s corporate sector, even asking one’s age and marital status can potentially put the interviewer in hot water. So if that’s considered off-limits in business, why are far more invasive questions allowed in the NFL?   Since Miami didn’t end up drafting Bryant, did that mean he didn’t give Ireland the reaction the GM was seeking? Maybe Bryant’s ability to hold his anger in check worked against him — NFL personnel gurus, after all, love what loose cannons can do between the white lines.   Perhaps it’s best that the Dolphins passed on Bryant. Maybe he’ll get what he wants from his employers down in Dallas.   And here’s hoping all those wannabe shrinks in NFL front offices wind up getting what their actions say they deserve.

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Basketball team reaches out to community By Maura Vizza    Life isn't only about basketball.   Members of Moraine Valley College's men's hoops squad relearned that lesson recently when community-service work was substituted for a Sunday practice. Instead of baskets the Cyclones dealt with boxes, ones containing food to feed needy families.   Moraine players volunteered several hours of their time to the Harvest for the World food pantry in Chicago. They passed out goods, carried boxes to people's cars and helped set up and break down the pantry.    “This is just one way of showing that the men's basketball team is giving back to our community as well as learning life lessons along the way," Cyclones coach David Howard said.    "Each player was told that the Moraine Valley coaches are teaching them life through basketball. We want them to be prepared to be productive citizens who always faces the trials and tribulations of life with integrity, humility and dedication. So while we have plenty of work to do to get better on the basketball court, we owe it to our players and to our communities to show them how to give back.” ***   On the court turnovers hurt

the Cyclones last Monday as they suffered a 77-64 loss to Kankakee College. Moraine trailed by 10 at halftime and never drew closer than six during the second half.   Evergreen Park grad Brian Townsend was the top scorer for the night with 16 points to go along with eight rebounds and two steals. Vicpatrick Harris (14 points, four assists, three rebounds), Nick Bal (10 points), Deland “DJ” Deere (eight points, two rebounds, two steals) and Richards alumnus Randall Rushing (eight points, four rebounds, two steals) also lent a hand in a losing cause. ***   The Cyclones faced another 10-point halftime deficit last Wednesday against Elmhurst College’s JV team and once again couldn’t fully recover. Moraine was within three at one juncture but eventually got tagged with a 72-63 setback. Townsend posted his second dou-

ble-double of the season with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Deere added 14 points, five assists and two steals. Sandburg product Niko Cahue and Paul Ostruskevicius both tossed in eight points while combining for 11 boards, eight of which were gathered in by Cahue. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL   Aggressiveness is often beneficial to a sports team, but that wasn’t the case for the Cyclones last Wednesday a benefit in sports.    After holding a double-digit lead for much of the contest, Moraine watched it get reduced and then expunged by Kennedy-King College. The Statesmen, who had missed a pair of free throws with 18 seconds left that kept the score tied at 65-all, hit a putback with no time remaining to grab a 67-65 triumph.    In between Kennedy-King’s trip to the line and winning bucket, the Cyclones had a chance to get the final say but were unable to convert an inside shot.   “I should have called [a] timeout to look for the last shot, but I thought we had Kennedy-King on their heels,” Moraine coach Delwyn Jones said. “I was thinking aggressive and it backfired on me.”    Nariman Jaber finished with 18 points to pace the Cyclones. Kailey Foster chipped in 17, Rachel Ruzevich had 11 and McKayla Smith scored nine.

Sports Wrap By Anthony Nasella   Despite high hopes for Sandburg junior Claire Lawlor and her teammates at last weekend’s state swimming finals in Evanston, Eagles coach Anna McBride knew nothing was guaranteed.   Yet McBride and her athletes came away from the event with a strong sense of satisfaction and accomplishment despite not fulfilling all the goals they had set.   Lawlor swam well enough in Friday’s 50- and 100-yard freestyle prelims to return on Saturday and the junior saved her best effort for last. She took first in the consolation swims of both events and was seventh overall with times that were higher than some swimmers in the championship bracket.   “It was an awesome event,” McBride said. “The girls went out and competed hard. Claire was especially solid. She came into the state finals seeded 15th in the 50 and 27th in the 100, and she far exceeded [that] and performed well on Friday and especially Saturday.   “Claire’s goal was the top six and she was super motivated and

very focused on her goals. Even though she didn’t make top six, she still finished strong.”   Lawlor cut .35 seconds off her Friday time in the 50-free with her 23-minute, 52-second clocking and dropped .32 seconds in the 100-free (51.27). Her time in the shorter race set a school record. The state medals were Lawlor's fourth and fifth.   In diving, Sandburg’s Anna Girlich did not disappoint. After finishing 18th last season, Girlich moved up a dozen spots by piling up 401 points.   Swimming in all four athletes-with-disabilities races Saturday, Eagles sophomore Rachael Apter, who is legally blind, excelled. She won the 100-breaststroke (1:48.36) and finished second in the 50- (33.97), 100(1:14.05) and 200- (2:39.20) frees.   Lawlor joined Diana Capota, Kelly Cordes and Constance Chrones to tie for 19th in Friday’s prelims in the 200-free relay (1:37.45). Lawlor, Mia Robin, Caitlyn Olsen and Isabella Wrobel placed 23rd in the 400-free relay (3:36.53) on Friday’s prelims (3:36.53).

Devin Apps was 20th in the 100-breaststroke prelim (1:05.93) and teamed with Madison Stuursma, Stephanie Pappas and Tricia Mangila to place 32nd in the 200-medley relay (1:51.69)    “The 200-medley relay time was only a half-second slower than they were at sectionals, and the freshmen dropped their times,” McBride said. “The 400-free team dropped three seconds from their sectional times. And the most important thing was the younger swimmers, especially the freshmen, got state experience under their belts, which I hope will pay off down the road as they mature and get more opportunities to compete in the state meet.”    McBride said she was especially pleased with the leadership demonstrated by Lawlor throughout the season.   “I was super nervous as coach [at state] and Claire was telling me not to worry,” she said. “With the passing of Coach (Jane Caliendo), she and the team could have laid down, but that’s not what Jane taught these girls. And Claire really helped model that (Continued on page 3)

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Richards sophomore Christine Philemy tries to drive around Bulldogs varsity player Takesha Powell last Wednesday. The two teams met because Curie failed to show at the Bobby Bolton Tournament.

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Mustangs hopeful after opening week By Anthony Nasella   After Evergreen Park opened its season with two wins at the Argo Tournament against Universal and the host Argonauts, Mustangs coach Bruce Scaduto was hoping a letdown was not looming on the horizon.   And while the team did experience a downer on Saturday, dropping a 50-42 decision to Immaculate Conception, Scaduto and his players put the setback in perspective and will look to build on the 2-1 start.   Evergreen Park began with a 62-37 win over Universal on Tuesday and followed that up the next night with a 59-53 decision over Argo.   “We had some good moments in the first two wins,” Scaduto said. “The loss on Saturday was definitely a disappointment but at least the loss was at a tournament.”   Maddie Vojacek led the way versus Universal with 15 points. Megan Pfister added 13 points for the Mustangs and Nicole Larkin chipped in 12.   “I was happy with the effort by the girls,” Scaduto said. “Everything was pretty much spread out. We kind of started slow and moved up as the game went on. The game ended well and we were able to get everyone in.”   Pfister poured in 25 points opposite the Argonauts and Vojacek scored 12. Evergreen jumped out to an 8-0 lead and was never headed.    “We played well throughout the game and it was nice to keep the lead,” Scaduto said. “We played a little better from the night before.   "Megan was 6-of-7 from the free-throw line — 5- of-6 down the stretch — and was 3-for-6 from 3-point land. She also had five assists and eight rebounds. She’s doing what she is capable of doing — leading us in scoring, rebounds and assists — and played a nice game for us.”   Scaduto also commended the play of Vojacek, who added eight rebounds against Argo.   “As a junior, Maddie is learning the game along with other players,” he said. “She’s coming along well and had a great game against Argo.”   But it was the varsity experience of seniors Pfister and Larkin that led the way against the Argonauts and must continue if the Mustangs are to succeed over the long haul.   “Megan and Nicole have been starters since their freshman year so they know what it takes,” Scaduto said. “They’re more settled down and subtle in their shooting. Maddie played a bit for us last year and we’re trying to give her that same experience.    “The girls played a smart game against Argo [and were] hitting their shots. Argo had a couple of big girls and is a well-rounded team, [so] it was a good test for us and we grew a little more as

Richards’ varsity player Andy Sonichsen is guarded by Bulldogs sophomore Klaudia Sulka last Wednesday in an opening-round game in the Bobby Bolton Classic. The two Richards squads squared off because Curie did not show up. a team in the win.”   Scaduto wasn’t sure if an uncharacteristic afternoon game led to Evergreen's defeat or it was just one of those off days most teams experience at some point each season.   “We definitely didn’t play the same game we played against Argo,” he said. “We’re definitely not used to Saturday afternoon games and everything that could go wrong went wrong for us. Hopefully, we got the bad the game out of us.    “We have four games this week — that’s as many as you can get. Once we get to practice, we’ll have a lot to work on.” STAGG    The Chargers opened up their season with a pair of losses at the Hinsdale South Tournament. They dropped a 71-28 decision to defending Class 3A champion Montini on Thursday and a 7554 verdict to Reavis on Saturday.    Montini came out firing on all cylinders while Stagg sputtered. It fell behind 30-12 by the end of the first quarterand trailed 48-15 at halftime.    “We only managed to get three baskets in the first half,” Chargers coach Bill Turner said. “Junior guard Noor Elmosa tried to keep us in the game early and led the team in scoring [with nine points].    Senior forward Mia DiGiacomo (eight points, four rebounds) contributed three buckets in the third quarter, which was half of the team’s six baskets for the entire game. Montini, on the other hand, had 10 3-point field goals and 15 baskets on the night.    “Their pressure defense caused a lot of turnovers and their dominance on the offensive boards really hurt us,” Turner said. “We

Richards varsity player Kennedy Brister fires a pass down the court in a win over the Bulldogs sophomore team last Wednesday. The game between the two squads got played because Curie forfeited its scheduled contest with Richards’ varsity at the Bobby Bolton.

did not get a lot of shot attempts and misfired on most of those, shooting only 21 percent from the field. One positive to take away from the game was our free-throw shooting [14-of 18].”   Against Reavis two days later Stagg went from the frying pan to the fire as it ran into another hot-shooting opponent. The Rams sank 12 3-pointers to keep the Chargers at arm's length the entire contest.    After being ahead by just three after one quarter, Reavis extended its lead to 16 by intermission and 20 at the third-period break. Junior guard Kate Adams paced Stagg with 15 points, DiGiacomo added 13 points, senior guard Alex Abed had 11 and Elmosa eight.    “I know we are a better defensive team than the numbers show from the first two games,” Turner said. “We ran into some very good shooting teams out of the gate. We will make some adjustments on the defensive end and I expect our own point totals to keep rising as we move forward.    “Some nights there is not much you can do when your opponent shoots the ball that well.” MOTHER MCAULEY   The Mighty Macs took two of three games during their first week of action, the wins coming over Grayslake Central (67-45 on Thursday) and Maine South (60-51 on Saturday) following a season-opening 52-45 loss to Morgan Park on Tuesday.   Molly O’Malley led Mother McAuley with 18 points, including four 3-pointers, against the Mustangs despite being hampered by second-half foul trouble. Amy Balich finished with 10 points.    Thursday’s and Saturday’s wins came in the Buffalo Grove Tournament. O’Malley (13 points), Balich (11) and Caitlin Jandacek (11) spearheaded the victory over Grayslake and O'Malley stepped forward again opposite the Hawks as she poured in 26 points. OAK LAWN   Earning a Week 1 split were the Spartans, who bested neighboring Queen of Peace (49-44) on Tuesday before getting routed by Geneva 64-27 at the Glenbard East Tournament on Saturday.   Brianna Markusic posted a double-double of 14 points and 11 rebounds for Oak Lawn in its win and Kelly Touchie (10 points, 13 rebounds) did likewise. Kara Shimko tallied 21 points for the Pride in a losing effort.   Markusic was at it once more on Saturday as she recorded another double-double (15 points, 12 rebounds), although that wasn't enough to lift the Spartans past Geneva. SANDBURG    Despite some commendable individual performances, the Eagles (Continued on page 3)


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BROTHER RICE 2013-14 Record: 14-14. Head coach: Rick Harrigan. Assistant coaches: Tim Harrigan, Ryan O’Reilly, Anthony Patella.   • Who’s gone: Quinn Niego, G; Ray Rubio, G; Dan Scanlon, F; Luke Mueller, F.   • Who’s back: Connor Finn, F/G, Sr. (10 ppg); Kevin Baldali, F, Sr.; Shane Clifford, G, Sr.; Jack Conlisk, G, Sr.; Mike Shepski, G, So. (22 ppg for sophomore team).   • Who’s new: Joe Ruzevich, F, Sr.; Josh Niego, F, So.; Jake Kozokowski, F, Fr.   • Outlook: Rick Harrigan’s inaugural season coaching his high school alma mater certainly wasn’t the worst of times, but it wasn’t the best, either. What it was was smack dab in the middle, as indicated by the Crusaders’ break-even record. Brother Rice did as much giving as getting when it came to game-night accomplishments.   That would be plenty good enough at a lot of schools but not within a storied program such as the Crusaders’. Harrigan contributed to some of that history in the early 2000s while establishing a few single-season offensive records, so he’s one of the reasons his current job has so many expectations attached to it. Those won’t change this year, although Rice’s dynamic will because of the graduation of its two headliners from a season ago. Both Quinn Niego (St. Xavier University) and Ray Rubio (Loras College) are playing college basketball, which is good for them but not so pleasant for the Crusaders, who must attempt to find suitable replacements.    Chances are a by-committee approach will be required because Niego and Rubio provided Rice with more than just scoring (a combined 34.7 points per game and 99 total 3s). At a given time either athlete was also capable of being the team leader in rebounding, assists or steals as well — they ranked 1-2 for the season in the first of those categories and Rubio topped the Crusaders in the latter two. So the holes Harrigan has to fill are somewhat substantial.   There are seniors to serve as

cornerstones this season, but only Connor Finn pulled regular duty last winter. He’ll be the new ringleader based on experience, but Harrigan thinks other influential types are on hand. A few of them — Kevin Baldali, Shane Clifford, Jack Conlisk and sophomore Mike Shepski — saw playing time last year. Shepski could be a star in the making — before getting called up to varsity as a freshman he scored at a 22-points-per-game clip for Rice’s sophomore club.    Help may also come from senior Joe Ruzevich, a 6-foot-5 Sandburg transfer, and a couple talented underclassmen. One is Niego’s brother Josh, a sophomore who helped the Crusaders’ freshman team compile a 22-3 ledger. The other is 6-5 Jake Kozokowski, the first freshman since Britt Booker 20 years ago to be on the varsity roster at the outset of a season.   There are a number of new parts to fit into Rice’s basketball machine, but the Crusaders’ overall potential appears pretty broad. Once Ruzevich and Kozokowski acclimate to their surroundings Rice will have a little bit of size to throw at opponents and, of course, the Crusaders are never at a loss when it comes to trotting out an array of perimeter marksmen. Success realized at the lower levels is also a plus because the youngsters will arrive with a winning mind-set and should not be intimidated by the parade of Chicago Catholic League heavyweights that will be encountered.   • Coach’s comments: “Losing two college basketball players will hurt, but it provides opportunity for players like Shepski, Niego and Finn [to have an impact]. Seven seniors on our roster will give us some great leadership and experience, [but] we will look for contributions from underclassmen. We will use a blend of talented young players and veteran leaders to win games.   “Like every year the Catholic League is loaded. We will have to compete hard, execute game plans and limit mistakes to have a chance every night in the league.” — Harrigan

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No. Name 1 Jack Conlisk 3 Isaiah Malone 5 Mike Shepski 10 Jack Mahay 11 Viktor Balchunas 13 Mike Glennon 14 John Ryan 21 Josh Niego 23 Shane Clifford 24 Joe Swiatek 25 Connor Finn 32 Jack Collins 33 Jake Kosakowski 44 Joe Ruzevich 55 Kevin Badali

Girls basketball (Continued from page 2) were unable to capture a victory in opening week. Reavis (64-54) and Neuqua Valley (52-40) both doled out losses at the Hinsdale South Tournament.   Victoria Stavropoulos topped Sandburg with 26 points and 11 rebounds versus the Rams, while Sam Youngwirth added 14 points. The Eagles had to fight from behind after missing 19 of their first 22 shots but eventually pulled within 52-50 with 3:15 left before running out of gas.   Youngwirth (11 points) and Stavropoulos (nine) were also Sandburg's notables in Saturday's defeat. MARIST   The RedHawks slipped past Fenwick 68-60 in an East Suburban Catholic Conference contest last Tuesday. Claire Austin (17 points, 13 rebounds) and Tehya Fortune (15 points) paced Marist in its season-opener.

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Pos. G G G G G G F F G G F F F/C F/C F

Ht. Yr. 5-8 Sr. 5-10 Jr. 5-11 So. 6-0 Jr. 6-0 Jr. 5-9 Jr. 6-1 Jr. 6-4 So. 5-10 Sr. 5-9 Sr. 6-2 Sr. 6-3 Sr. 6-5 Fr. 6-5 Sr. 6-3 Sr.

RICHARDS   Curie was a no-show at the Bobby Bolton Tournament, which handed the Bulldogs a forfeit victory last week. In its first oncourt clash, however, the news wasn't so good for Richards as it got tagged with a 62-37 loss by Lincoln-Way East.    Takesha Powell scored 14 points for the Bulldogs and Sydni Tears had 11, including the last basket Richards netted for a span of almost seven minutes that bridged the second and third quarters. SHEPARD   The Astros dropped a 63-39 decision to Plainfield North last Tuesday. Jenny Payne (12 points, seven rebounds), Abby Newsome (11 points) and Myrissha Mitchell (10) accounted for all but six of Shepard's points. CHICAGO CHRISTIAN   Freeport nipped the Knights 39-37 last Tuesday at the Harvest Christian Academy Tournament. Leah Kamp led Chicago Christian with 13 points.

Sports Wrap Tom Hassel (423 series) propelled the Knights versus he Chargers, drive to the team while Marty Jaraczewski’s 257   “Claire not only excels for us, game and 636 series led them but she has also competed in places against Glenbard East. where we needed her for points — she filled in for the butterfly *** and backstroke at conference.   Shepard split a pair of South She’s not selfish and definitely Suburban Conference crossover leads by example. Others around matches last week. her are motivated by her focus    The Astros took down TF North and drive to get better. 2,715-2,270 on Tuesday at Cen  "It was an amazing and mem- tennial Lanes as Trevor Lorek led orable season.” the way with a 641 series and 264 BOYS' BOWLING high game. TF South beat Shepard    Chicago Christian won two more on Thursday at Lynwood Bowl, matches last week as it edged 3,150-2,888. Stagg 1,815-1,802 at Palos Lanes *** on Tuesday and defeated Glenbard   Andrew defeated Sandburg East 2,801-2,773 at Orland Bowl 2,104-1,942 in a SouthWest Subon Thursday. urban Conference crossover match    Kyle Starostka (237 game) and last Tuesday at Orland Bowl.

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN 2013-14 Record: 8-19. Head coach: Kevin Pittman. Assistant coaches: Kevin Pittman Jr., Ron Slager, Dan Chiarito, Wally Ottenhoff. • Who’s gone: Blaine Wright, F; Nathan Leo, G; T.J. Decker, G. • Who’s back: Trevor Wolterink, F, Jr.; Bradford Fitzpatrick, F, Sr. (5 ppg, 7 rpg); Anajuwon Spencer, C, Jr. (6 ppg, 5rpg); Daylon Washington, G. Jr. (5 ppg); Marcus Parker, G, Sr. (5 ppg, 3 apg); Farrell Winchester, F, Jr. • Who’s new: Josh Decker, F/C, Jr.; Bobby Schaaf, G, Jr.; Jeffrey Mayberry, G/F, So.; Frank Johnson, G, So.; Jack Ellison, G/F, Fr. • Outlook: They’re called growing pains for a reason. With five sophomores on his 2013-14 roster Knights coach Kevin Pittman understood it would not be a season’s worth of smooth sailing, but he pinned his hopes on seeing significant development before the end of the campaign. Growth did indeed occur, but overshadowing it were lengthier periods of pain. Chicago Christian’s final year in the now-disbanded Suburban Christian Conference wasn’t an especially memorable one. Oh, there were certainly moments worth celebrating, but they were scattered and the team’s entire body of work engendered more frustration than fulfillment. However, Pittman retained all but one of those youngsters, meaning the Knights have suddenly gone from rookie to ready.

Six-foot-7 junior Anajuwon Spencer performed similarly as a varsity sophomore, but Pittman said the center has worked hard on his offensive game. Spencer runs the floor well for a big man, and his increased shooting range and durability should make him a positive factor on a steadier basis. Trevor Wolterink earned all-conference honors as a sophomore and is a solid inside presence. He, too, has focused on becoming more effective farther away from the basket. If Farrell Winchester can shake off the effects of an ankle injury, he’ll be a valuable reserve up front and junior Josh Decker is also available for duty after getting a taste of varsity play late last season. Pittman is exited about the impact speedy Daylon Washington can have. The explosive junior guard possesses better-than-average defensive skills and, according to his coach, “has shown the biggest uptick in his game since last season.” Senior Marcus Parker should start alongside Washington, but junior Bobby Schaaf is expected to log minutes as well. Among the younger newcomers are two more sophomores, Jeffrey Mayberry and Frank Johnson, and freshman Jack Ellison.

In the Metro Suburban Catholic Conference, the Knights will be reunited with longtime Private School League rivals Illiana Christian and Timothy Christian. Challenging for a divisional title might still be They’ll miss Blaine Wright a year off, but Chicago Chrisand defensive specialist Na- tian should almost assuredly be than Leo, but a few Christian much improved over a season players could be poised for ago and a handful for the mabreakthroughs this winter. Se- jority of foes on its schedule. nior Bradford Fitzpatrick, for • Coach’s comments: “Last example, averaged just over year was a valuable learning five points per game last sea- year for our young players [and] son but demonstrated enough we are still a young team with genuine ability along the way only three seniors. We have -- Luther North was victimized three sophomores and a freshfor 23 points and 20 rebounds in man playing up. one contest -- to warrant clos“This is one of the most ather watching in his final prep letic teams I have had in quite a year. All that’s really missing while and we will push the ball is consistency, something Pitt- and get out in transition. This man believes can manifest itself should be an exciting year for now that Fitzpatrick has more Chicago Christian basketball.” experience from which to draw. —Pittman

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN No. Name 0 Marcus Parker 1 Daylon Washington 3 Bradford Fitzpatrick 10 Frank Johnson 11 Bobby Schaaf 20 Josh Hill 23 Ethan Frierson 24 Josh Decker 30 Anajuwon Spencer 32 Trevor Wolterink 33 Farrell Winchester 40 Jeff Mayberry 45 Jack Ellison

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EVERGREEN PARK 2013-14 Record: 13-14. Head coach: Pat Flannigan. Assistant coaches: Chris Burras, John Lettier, Matt Stefani, Mike Stefani.   • Who’s gone: Jacquet McClendon, F; Tobi Oladejo, G; Tony Weathersby, F; Alex Cheatham, F.   • Who’s back: Isaac Matthews, G, Sr. (14.3 ppg, 4.7 rpg, 64 steals, 50 assists); Jordan Brown F, Sr.; Darren Pritchett, C, Sr.; Tyler Sorbellini, G, Jr.; Joe Moran, F, Sr.   • Who’s new: Horton Kamron, G, Jr.; Kyree Hannah, F, So.; Dan Smith, G, So.; Brad Ford, C, Jr.   • Outlook: Baby steps — that’s what the Mustangs took last winter. Fourth-year coach Pat Flannigan certainly doesn’t want his players to adopt a .500 ledger as their annual goal, but Evergreen Park’s ability to perform at that level a season ago meant the program had produced its best record since 2008-09. Solid victories over Lincoln-Way West and Argo late in the year were good indicators of the progress made, and although the Mustangs couldn’t parlay that surge into an extended postseason run they nevertheless laid some groundwork for the current campaign.    And helping to keep the mood upbeat is the return of some principal figures from 2013-14. Evergreen will miss the sheer athleticism of forward Jacquet McClendon, who is now playing football at Indiana State University, and intelligent court play of Tobi Oladejo, who received an academic scholarship to Hampton University. Forwards Tony Weathersby and Alex Cheatham are gone, too, but no extensive rebuilding of the roster is necessary.   That’s because guard Isaac Matthews is back to lead the charge after garnering all-area honors as a junior. Matthews paced the Mustangs in most key categories and should make an impact both offensively (14.3 ppg a year ago) and defensively (64 steals). Flannigan acknowledges the need for Matthews to “carry an even heavier load this season,” but the latter won’t have to go it alone.    Also returning are frontcourters Jordan Brown and Darren Pritchett. Brown was a streaky

player as a junior, but when he was on his game he was valuable to Evergreen. If Brown can produce more than flashes this time around, Matthews will have a reliable sidekick. As for Pritchett, he’s about 6½ feet tall and defensive-minded, giving the Mustangs a much-needed interior presence. Flannigan thinks the big guy can also generate better offensive numbers as a senior. Joe Moran and Tyler Sorbellini should also be heard from during the season, the latter as a pretty decent 3-point threat.   Flannigan was unsure, at least prior to the season, as to which of his newcomers would emerge as a factor. That’ll make game-planning tough for opponents, who won’t know what to expect, but the same goes for Flannigan, too. One thing’s for sure — Evergreen can use a boost when it comes to shooting accuracy as a lack of that often prevented last year’s Mustangs from embarking on momentum-creating runs and hamstrung their efforts to battle back from deficits.    Flannigan pegs nine-time defending South Suburban Conference Red champion Richards and Reavis as the divisional front-runners heading into the season, but neither squad appears so talent-laden that it can’t be caught and passed in the standings by an enterprising and hard-working challenger. After forgoing Thanksgiving tournament play a year ago, Flannigan opted to have Evergreen return to it this season, which it did at this week’s inaugural Oak Lawn-hosted event. Thus he will get an early read on his younger players and see how they react to varsity competition.   • Coach’s comments: “We not only lost a core of great kids to graduation, we also lost most of our junior class for a variety of reasons, [so] the help-wanted sign is still up in my office. If nobody applies, we will be forced to play some underclassmen.    “We are not long on talent by any stretch of the imagination, but I do have a couple of guys that will come and compete every night.” — Flannigan

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No. Name 1 Horton Kamron 2 Kyree Hannah 3 Dan Smith 4 Isaac Matthews 5 David Langston 11 Joe Moran 12 Jordan Brown 13 Tyler Sorbellini 15 Levell Herring 23 Darren Pritchett 25 Brad Ford 33 Gariba Issaka

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MARIST 2013-14 Record: 19-10. Head coach: Gene Nolan. Assistant coaches: Glenn Pacek, Brian Hynes, Rich Jercich, Rob Topps, Pat Hogan, Dan Higgins, PJ Murphy. • Who’s gone: Nic Weishar, F; Ryan Tucker, F; Brian Holland, G; Ken Rivard, C; Brian Sterba, G; Andre Turner, G. • Who’s back: Jeremiah Ferguson, G, Sr. (10.0 ppg, 4.5 apg); Kevin Lerma, G, Jr. (10.0 ppg, 4.1 rpg); Bradley Hill, G, Sr. (5.0 ppg, 2.9 rpg); Brian Barry, G, Sr. (3.5 ppg, 2.0 apg); Chamar Hawkins, G, Jr. • Who’s new: Malik Parker, G, So. • Outlook: Trying to predict what the RedHawks will do would give even seasoned prognosticators the cold sweats. Take the 2013-14 season, for instance -- no starter from the previous year was returning and the absentees included Marist’s career scoring and assist leaders. Nic Weishar was coming back after sitting out his junior season, but injuries dogged the current Notre Dame University football player and he was in and out of the RedHawks’ lineup throughout the winter. Anyone guessing that mediocrity would be Marist’s constant companion could have been forgiven for housing such a disparaging opinion. Believing otherwise was foolhardy -- or at least it seemed that way. It turned out those guys suiting up for the RedHawks refused to engage in such negative thinking. Not only did Marist avoid the expected freefall, it actually got better. While no one replaced four-year starters LJ McIntosh and Lexus Williams in regard to individual excellence, the RedHawks’ sum was better than their parts as they piled up 19 wins -- one more than in the previous campaign. They also lost one fewer game. Marist’s victory total was almost identical to its per-year average (19.8) over the past 11 seasons and there’s no reason to anticipate a drop-off in that trend. After all, the RedHawks are better off this time around in an experience sense. Foremost

among a quintet of returnees is senior guard Jeremiah Ferguson, who garnered all-area and All-East Suburban Catholic Conference recognition after averaging 10 points and 4 ½ assists per outing, statistics that will probably rise in 201415. Junior guard Kevin Lerma equaled Ferguson’s scoring output and proved a capable rebounder at just 6-foot-1 as he averaged slightly over four boards per game. Reserves Bradley Hill, Brian Barry and Chamar Hawkins should all figure prominently, too, probably as starters. Hawkins is one of Marist’s toughest defenders. At least a few youngsters will be transitioned into the rotation, although 15 th-year coach Gene Nolan mentioned only one -- guard Malik Parker, who played sophomore ball as a freshman last winter -- in his preseason forecast. The rest of the lineup and roster weren’t going to be finalized until just before the 2014-15 season commenced, but don’t be shocked to see some pretty good marksmen unleashed on unsuspecting foes. The RedHawks have a knack for doing that; last year’s discovery was Brian Holland, who buried 64 3s and shot 51 percent from behind the arc. Benet Academy and Marian Catholic have controlled the ESCC the past few years -- both schools have alumni playing in NCAA Division I -- but appear a bit more vulnerable. If Marist can maintain what has become its status quo, it has a chance to be a bigger noisemaker within the league than it has been of late. • Coach’s comments: “We were very proud of our kids’ effort last year [and] we are very excited to get started. We once again have a tremendous group of young men, led by our three seniors Brian Barry, Jeremiah Ferguson and Bradley Hill. The whole team has shown outstanding work habits throughout the offseason and I know [the players] are [also] excited for the season to begin.” —Nolan

MARIST No. Name 3 Maurice Commander 4 Taylor Weaver 5 Jeremiah Ferguson 12 Brian Barry 15 Malik Parker 20 Andre Hardin 21 James Dunican 25 Bradley Hill 32 Kyle Reynolds

Pos. G G F G G G F F F

Ht. Yr. 5-9 Fr. 5-10 Jr. 6-1 Sr. 5-11 Sr. 5-11 So. 5-7 Jr. 6-1 Jr. 6-1 Sr. 6-3 Jr.

OAK LAWN 2013-14 Record: 11-15. Head coach: Jason Rhodes. Assistant coaches: Jim Lamb, Mark Kleeman, Eddie Bryant. • Who’s gone: David Stacy, G; Mitch Swatek, F; Ibrahim Samra, G; Justin Schutt, G; Nate Jones, F. • Who’s back: Josh Prince, F, Sr.; Joe Cosenza, G, Sr.; Leo Nelson, G, Sr.; Carlos Alvarado, G, Sr.; Kenny Richardson, G, Sr. • Who’s new: Odeh Alsheikh, G/F, Jr.; Jimmy Wiltzius, G, Jr.; Rashad Johnson, G, So. • Outlook: It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish -- that old chestnut has been bandied about in sports circles for a long time, but the Spartans discovered the theory is only partially true. Oak Lawn closed its 2013-14 season in strong fashion, winning seven of its final 11 games, but that respectable conclusion couldn’t salvage a plus-.500 record for the Spartans, whose earlier struggles dug a hole that was a little too deep to climb out of completely. Hurting Oak Lawn at the outset was the need to adjust to basketball life without all-area forward Shawn Cannon, its primary weapon from the 2011-12 roster. Then-junior forward Josh Prince eventually picked up some of the scoring and rebounding slack and became a solid performer in his own right, but the Spartans still lacked overall offensive punch. What was encouraging -- and perhaps a little maddening for coach Jason Rhodes -- was that Oak Lawn did show flashes of being able to do damage from the perimeter and keep opposing defenses from hounding Prince too closely. Steadiness in that area, however, could never be sustained for extended periods. With size again not an asset for them, the Spartans could definitely use some outside pick-me-up. Senior Leo Nelson will be Oak Lawn’s main man in that regard, but Rhodes doesn’t want to solely rely on that phase of the game to fuel the attack. Of course, the Spartans have become known in recent years for their defensive play, meaning they shouldn’t have to transform themselves into wildeyed gunslingers and try to out-

shoot foes in order to prosper. One of the anchors of this year’s defense will be Joe Cosenza, a third-year varsity player whose toughness has been well documented on the football field. An unsung plus for Oak Lawn last season was the emergence of a vocal student section that Rhodes readily acknowledges “gave us a boost at home.” If the Spartans can learn to adapt to more unfriendly surroundings and perhaps break even in road games, the season could offer some genuine promise. Thanks to its late burst, Oak Lawn improved its record by 4 ½ games from the year before, a trend Rhodes obviously would love to see duplicated at the very least. A positive occurrence was the Spartans’ development of a proper crunch-time mind-set -- a few of their successes in the second half of the season resulted from being able to execute plays correctly over the last two or three possessions of games. Rhodes wants to see Oak Lawn be more of a factor in the South Suburban Conference Red, which has been the domain of cross-town neighbor Richards for a decade. For that to happen, the Spartans can’t afford to lose too many Friday games in December and January and be forced to play catch-up. • Coach’s comments: “I was happy overall with our team’s level of execution and resilience. Our lack of size is again a concern, and we will have to work tremendously hard defensively and execute our defensive system in order to be competitive. Though at times we shot the 3 well last year, we still need to find ways to put pressure on the rim and get to the foul line in order to be successful offensively. “I view Richards and Eisenhower as the favorites on our side of the conference, [but] Reavis has an excellent junior class and will be dangerous. It will be interesting to see where we stack up, but we’re looking forward to the challenge. We have to get off to a better start in conference play in order to be playing important games on our side of the SSC in February. We have a solid group -- don’t count us out.” —Rhodes

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No. Name 1 Luai Abbasi 3 Rashad Johnson 4 James Wiltzius 10 Kenny Richardson 11 Leo Nelson 12 Cecilio Rodriguez 20 Josh Prince 21 Jorge Ramirez 22 Carlos Alvarado 23 Spencer Smith 24 Odeh Alshaikh 32 Dean Khater 34 Joe Cosenza

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RICHARDS 2013-14 Record: 17-12. Head coach: Jevon Mamon. Assistant coaches: Chris Passafiume, Corey Wolf, Derek Johnson, Michael Murphy. • Who’s gone: Josh Meier, F; Dedrick Shannon, G; Deon Alexander, G; Thaer Othman, G; Evangelo Anagastopolous, F. • Who’s back: Spencer Tears, G/F. Sr.; Marcus Burton, F, Sr.; Lucas White, F, Sr.; Othman Othman, G, Jr. • Who’s new: Chris Bender, G, Jr.; Carlos Draper, F, Jr.; Gershawn Young, F, Jr.; Kush Baxter, G, Jr. • Outlook: The honeymoon period afforded Jevon Mamon may very well be brief. That’s probably not fair for any incoming coach, but the former Perspectives Charter/Leadership boss -- who won 43 games in three seasons there -- understands the situation is a little different at Richards than at many other schools. That’s what capturing a state title, which the Bulldogs did seven years ago, does to annual expectations afterward. Richards hasn’t been at the doorstep of another Class 4A championship since the spring of 2008, but Mamon does inherit a program that is still considered in the upper echelon and enters the current campaign with a string of nine straight South Suburban Conference Red crowns in its possession. What the Bulldogs don’t have available is their two biggest weapons from last winter. Forward Josh Meier was a senior, so there’s no surprise about his departure. The same can’t be said, however, for guard Dedrick Shannon Jr., a varsity regular since his freshman season and anticipated to be the cornerstone of Richards’ 2014-15 squad. But the son of Moraine Valley College’s former men’s basketball coach has transferred to Rich South, leaving Mamon with the unexpected task of finding a new guy to be the Bulldogs’ floor general. One athlete who’ll provide both experience and a winning attitude to Richards’ younger players No. Name 1 Spencer Tears 3 Chris Bender 5 Ameen Hussein 10 Othman Othman 11 Paris Durden 21 Jaaron Coleman 22 Lucas White 23 Marcus Burton 30 Carl Williams 32 Kush Baxter 33 Carlos Draper 40 Omari Holloway 44 Doug Brown 50 Dion McClellan

is senior wing Spencer Tears, a third-year varsity performer who has also been a mainstay on the Bulldogs’ last two football teams -- which went a combined 22-4 and won six postseason games -- as a receiver. Another football player, Lucas White, will also be counted on as a steady contributor and Marcus Burton should be Richards’ chairman of the boards. While Shannon has left, two transfers arrive from the city. Gershawn Young comes in from King while Kush Baxter, yet another member of the football team, previously attended Morgan Park. Baxter, a good defender, may assume the lead guard duties. Also figuring to be in the rotation are athletic forward Carlos Draper and guards Chris Bender and Othman Othman. Bender can go strong to the rim and has developed a solid mid-range offensive game, making him a valuable commodity. The Bulldogs’ rather large amount of inexperience could present a few bumps along the way, particularly in the early part of the schedule, but one thing they have going for them is reputation. What former coach John Chappetto, and before him Jack Fitzgerald, built is a program likely to intimidate at least some of its foes on name alone. That, of course, won’t get it done over the long haul, but it could buy Mamon some time to get his coaching elements firmly set in place and his players accustomed to them so Richards can eventually add to its conference-title collection and make more than peripheral noise when the playoffs roll around. • Coach’s comments: “Our guys will have to grow up quickly if we want to get off to a solid start. [But] it’s not how you start, it’s how you finish and I expect us to get better as the season progresses. “We have the ability to be a good young team depending on how disciplined we are. One thing that is in our favor is that we have a group of hard-working kids who’ll compete.” —Mamon

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SANDBURG 2013-14 Record: 10-18. Head coach: Todd Allen. Assistant coaches: Randy Voels, Dan Lange, Fred Peronto, Nick Fotopoulos, Ryan Peronto. • Who’s gone: Niko Cahue, F/C; Eric Straka, F; T.J. Vorva, F/C; Joe Ruzevich, F. • Who’s back: Niko Kogionis, G, Sr. (11.8 ppg, 87 3s); Alec Martinez, G, Sr. (8.0 ppg, 4.3 apg); Peter Paxinos, G, Sr. (2.4 ppg); Tommy Demogerontas, F, Sr. (2.2 ppg). • Who’s new: Jake Hyde, G, Sr.; Mo Abed, G, Sr.; Zak Razik, F/G, Jr.; Teddy Kotsogiannis, F, Jr.; Kristijan Ristovski, F, Jr. • Outlook: The Eagles have endured a couple winters of discontent, each of which was made colder by the reality of 18 losses in 28 games. It’s not what longtime coach Todd Allen envisioned in the fall of 2012, but Sandburg was dealt a few bad hands along the way beginning with a lengthy suspension of its best player that year, that same player’s subsequent departure before last season and an assortment of injuries and ailments. And the Eagles haven’t been spared this year, either -- senior T.J. Vorva’s decision to focus on volleyball removed a 6-foot7 center from the mix and Joe Ruzevich’s transfer took away another big body. Coupled with the graduation of 6-7 Niko Cahue (Moraine Valley College), those departures mean Sandburg is suddenly undersized, at least by its recent standards. Orland Park hasn’t exactly become Lilliput, but the Eagles’ taller individuals are for the most part untested. The front line has 6-7 Tommy Demogerontas as its only known commodity, so it’s imperative that some younger players make their presences felt. One candidate to do so is Zak Razik, who played wide receiver for the football team this fall, and the 6-4 duo of Teddy Kotsogiannis and Kristijan Ristovski is intriguing. Luckily, Sandburg is well fortified in the backcourt with the return of third-year starters Niko Kogionis and Alec Martinez. Kogionis will be one of the area’s top perimeter-shooting threats --

he dropped in 87 3-pointers as a junior and has 155 to his credit in two seasons -- while Martinez provides the Eagles with a reliable floor general. Senior Peter Paxinos will see increased court time as a key reserve or perhaps part of a three-guard alignment. Two newcomers who will vie for playing time at guard will be Mo Abed and Jake Hyde, neither of whom will help Sandburg solve its height deficiency as each stands under 6 feet. Being part of the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue means the Eagles never lack for challenges. Homewood-Flossmoor, Lockport and Bolingbrook are almost always formidable and fellow District 230 member Stagg is no slouch, either -- it was the Chargers, in fact, who bounced Sandburg from the postseason a couple years ago. But Allen prepped his guys for the rugged league slate right from the outset, entering them into a Thanksgiving tournament in Hinsdale that was to pit the Eagles against a few heralded west-suburban foes. One thing the locals must try hard to avoid is playing from behind, a shortcoming that hampered them frequently last winter. Allen is coming off a successful fall season as he coached Sandburg’s girls’ golf team to a fifthplace finish at state in Class AA. That followed a top-12 showing the year before. While transferring success from one sport to another is impossible, of course, experiencing it is just as rewarding to a coach as an athlete. It’s quite likely Allen was invigorated by the Eagles’ golf exploits and will enter the basketball schedule ready to roll. • Coach’s comments: “We will be small and have to really compete on the boards and on the defensive end. We have some experience back and will hopefully be able to play 10 guys. Last year we lost a very tough and close game to eventual regional champion Thornwood in the regional semifinals [in March, but] we are excited about the season [ahead] and look to compete for the conference championship.” —Allen

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No. Name 1 Brandon McLin 2 Rory Gallagher 3 Alec Martinez 4 Niko Kogionis 5 Kyle Maras 10 Frank Demogerontas 11 Jacob Hyde 12 Tommy Demogerontas 13 Peter Paxinos 15 Zak Razik 21 Lee Demogerontas 23 Kristijan Ristovski 24 Mo Abed 32 Sean McShane 33 Teddy Kotsogiannis 34 Taylor Gold

ST. LAURENCE 2013-14 Record: 6-22. Head coach: Jim Maley. Assistant coaches: Jim Maley Sr., Jeremy Nash. • Who’s gone: Bob Kelly, F; Romello Radford, G; Dan Curley, F; Mike Finger, F. • Who’s back: Matt Gurgone, G/F, Sr. (10.2 ppg, 4.0 rpg, 2.0 apg, 1.0 spg, 48 FG Pct., 43 3-point FG Pct., 48 3s); Quentin Forberg, G, Sr.; Rich Lamb, G/F, Sr.; Tim Delaney, G, Sr.; Dan Cummings, G, Sr. • Who’s new: Brett Risley, G, Jr.; Miguel Del Villar, G, Jr.; Christian Ferrer, G, So.; Chris Carli, F, Jr. • Outlook: New coach Jim Maley has a tough act to follow -- not because the Vikings won so often under former boss Mark Sevedge but because they didn’t. Sevedge’s inability to lift St. Laurence into the upper reaches of the Chicago Catholic League during his fiveyear tenure mirrored the struggles of many of his predecessors. The

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Vikings have not posted a winning record since 2002-03 and one has to travel back 35 years to find St. Laurence’s true heyday -- in 1979-80 the Vikings were 20-game winners for the sixth season in a row and just three years removed from a fourth-place finish in Class AA. So what does Maley, who arrives in Burbank from Kenwood Academy, have up his sleeve to change St. Laurence’s fortunes for the better? Well, he hasn’t revealed specifics, but he said at the time of his hiring that he “felt there was an opportunity to build something special based on the facilities, location and direction of the school.” Maley went on to say he was “extremely impressed by the leadership at St. Laurence, starting with President Joe Martinez, Principal Jim Muting and AD Tim Chandler. I believe we share similar values and ambition for the school and athletic programs.” One hurdle all schools with modest enrollment numbers face

is having to share athletes with other sports. A couple of individuals on whom the Vikings will depend this season, sharpshooting Matt Gurgone and guard Tim Delaney, were members of the football squad and away from basketball longer than usual because St. Laurence qualified for the playoffs for the first time in five years and played two extra games. Of course, the plus side to that situation is the two seniors developed a winning attitude, something that shouldn’t be cavalierly dismissed by a program seeking to make some measurable inroads of its own. Quentin Forberg, Rich Lamb and Dan Cummings are other returning seniors who logged substantial minutes a year ago. So assuming good health can be maintained and no one falls victim to non-basketball hardships (academic ineligibility or sudden financial concerns that would necessitate a return to public school, for example), the Vikings are in better shape experience-wise than they’ve been in a few seasons. For what seems like an eternity St. Laurence must once again cope with a shortage issue as none of its projected top nine stands taller than 6-foot-2. That’ll limit

some things the Vikings can do, but Maley had a winning record a year ago at Kenwood and owns a career ledger that sits 12 games over .500 so he obviously knows what he’s doing. Assisting him will be his dad, Jim Sr., and former Marist standout Jeremy Nash. Competing for Catholic League supremacy isn’t likely, but if St. Laurence can pull off a couple early surprises and get some positive momentum going it should be able to improve significantly on last year’s accomplishments. • Coach’s comments: “I think we have a chance to surprise some people this year. I’ve been really impressed with our kids all summer in terms of their work ethic, toughness and ‘coachability’. Combine those traits with an ability to shoot and pass the ball extremely well as a team, and I expect that we will give opposing teams fits. “We are looking to build a program that can achieve sustained success. While that may take some time, I’m confident that we have the players in our locker room to win games now. Our coaching staff firmly believes that and I believe that our players do as well.” —Maley

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No. Name 1 Christian Ferrer 3 Tim Delaney 4 Quentin Forberg 5 Dan Cummings 10 Kevin Aderman 11 Brett Risley 21 Matt Gurgone 22 Rob Dorencz 23 Miguel Delvillar 24 Rich Lamb 25 Chris Carli 31 Chris Gutierrez 32 Justin Wierzgac 33 Tom Condito

Pos. G G G G/F G/F G/F F G G F F F F G

SHEPARD 2013-14 Record: 11-16. Head coach: Tony Chiuccariello. Assistant coaches: Pat O’Boye, Scot Rybarczyk, David Bridgewater. • Who’s gone: Jacob Littleton, G; Darren Cohen, G/F; Malcolm Lawson, G; Nick Heidinger, F; Dylan Vitello, G; Yakov Witherspoon, F. • Who’s back: Kyle Longfield, F/C, Sr. (10.0 ppg); Zack Haxel, F, Sr. (3.7 ppg); Kenny Gorski, G/F, Sr. (3.2 ppg); Malik Smith, F, Sr. • Who’s new: Marlon Perkins, G, Sr.; Kenjrick Watson, G, Jr.; Joe Newhall, G, So.; Tamer Ashkar, F, Fr. • Outlook: Entering his 17th season as head coach, Astros boss Tony Chiuccariello isn’t going to be fazed by much. Consider that a number of his earlier seasons were spent in the old SICA East, which was arguably the best suburban basketball conference in the state at the time, and Shepard took its share of lumps. But the Astros never backed down and even contended for a few years, and since getting repositioned in the more-balanced South Suburban Conference Red they’ve pretty much stayed competitive on an annual basis. Last season, in fact, Shepard overcame its sub-.500 overall ledger well enough to be in the hunt for the SSC Red crown. District 218 sister school Richards eventually wore it for the ninth consecutive year, but the Astros weren’t officially eliminated until the second-to-last week of the season and finished with eight wins in 13 outings. They tied for second in the final standings. Now the question is can Shepard build off the previous year? The odds are somewhat long, in part because graduation removed key figures such as Jacob Littleton and Darren Cohen from the mix. The latter is playing basketball at Benedictine

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University this winter and Littleton may soon be joining him as a student at the school. One athlete Chiuccariello expected to have back was forward Yakov Witherspoon, but the sophomore has transferred to Thornridge. So where does that leave the Astros? Plenty of question marks exist simply because there is little in the way of proven talent. One exception could be senior forward Kyle Longfield, who appears capable of inflicting damage on opponents but missed most of last year with an injury. If he has regained his endurance and can stay healthy this time around, figure on Longfield to up his 10-point scoring average several notches. Forward Zack Haxel and swingman Kenny Gorski must both step forward in a greater way, too, and substantially increase their combined seven-pointsper-contest average. Chiuccariello will need to lean on newcomers perhaps a little more heavily than in recent seasons and that doesn’t come without concerns -- besides their obvious lack of previous varsity experience the newbies haven’t enjoyed a great deal of success on the lower levels, so the learning curve could be rather steep. However, Chiuccariello is accustomed to coaching squads that have more want-to than pure talent -- Shepard hasn’t had a bona fide star in its midst for more than a decade, but there’ve been winning campaigns during that stretch. So if Chiuccariello can convince another group of kids to place the team’s welfare ahead of their individual accomplishments, the Astros won’t fade away. And in an SSC Red that doesn’t appear overly stacked, those acts of selflessness might be enough to return Shepard to the upper half of the division. • Coach’s comments: “Last year we had a hard-working group that worked well together as a

team, [but] we lost a lot of scoring, rebounding and experience. We are looking to fill the scoring void as a collective group by working the ball offensively to get the best open shot. “Strong team defense, combined with selflessness on offense,

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STAGG 2013-14 Record: 22-8. Head coach: John Daniels. Assistant coaches: Steve Berg, Tom Carroll, Mike Cibelli, Eric Malone, Ray Milnes, Chris Wendelin. • Who’s gone: Max Strus, G; Kevin White, G; Nick Sims, G; Sebastian Kolpak, F. • Who’s back: Jeff Goral, F, Sr. (8.6 ppg, 4.0 rpg); Brett Stratinsky, F, Sr. (1.0 ppg, 2.0 rpg). • Who’s new: John Contant, G, So. (2.0 ppg). • Outlook: Wise opponents long ago learned to never underestimate a John Daniels-coached basketball team, and with good reason. Not only has Stagg’s finest period of accomplishment coincided with Daniels’ tenure at the school, but it has developed a reputation for peskiness that any kid brother would envy. In short, the Chargers are rarely an easy out, regardless of the opposition’s talent level. The 2013-14 postseason offered the latest example of that as Stagg went down to the wire with fourtime defending state champion Simeon before losing a 47-45 verdict in the Class 4A Shepard Regional final. That Chargers team benefited from an individual standout, area Player of the Year Max Strus, but having someone of such magnitude is not necessary in order for Stagg to be a frustrating bunch to foes. Strus’ graduation and that of two-time all-area point guard Kevin White place the Chargers back into their more familiar role of full-blown underdog. Stagg’s latest group is comprised mostly of nondescript types who are easy to overlook but will probably manage to cause fits before very long. The lone returnee with any sort of significant court time under his belt is forward Jeff Goral, who is coming off an injury suffered in football. He’s good to go, but Goral must step up his scoring and rebounding numbers as he assumes a leadership role this winter.

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Clifton Taylor scores the first of his two touchdowns for Brother Rice Friday night against Loyola Academy. The Crusaders couldn’t do any other damage, however, and suffered a season-ending 31-14 defeat.    “We could have put some cupcakes on our schedule and been 9-0 and hosting [in early rounds of the Class 8A tournament], but I firmly believe if we don’t schedule the way we did we don’t beat the Mt. Carmels, Loyolas and St. Ritas. Overall, I’m really proud of the kids.”

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Although Johnson (three solo stops and one assist in addition to the fumble recovery), Julian Blain (seven solos), Steven Robinson (six solos, one assists, one tackle for loss), Derrick Frye (four solos, two tackles for loss, one sack) and Robert Woods (four solos, one assist, fumble recovery) all performed well on Rice’s behalf, its defense yielded more than 400 yards to the Ramblers. Badke traced Loyola’s improvement from the earlier game to Walsh, who began the season as its thirdstring signal-caller but eventually

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offensively.”    And things grew darker when Trevon Chatman caught his second touchdown pass of the day early in the third period. The six-pointer increased Campbellsville’s advantage to 28-17.   “There’s a reason they made the playoffs,” Feminis said of the Tigers. “They were a very good team offensively — they had a couple receivers we were really concerned with and they made some big plays.    “We could have folded our tents right there, but our guys showed a lot of composure. I thought our confidence was good the whole game.”   It was good enough to enable SXU to respond quickly to Campbellsville’s third-quarter body blow. Nick DeBenedetti’s 32-yard kickoff return, plus a face-mask penalty whistled against the visitors positioned the Cougars near midfield. A few plays later DeBenedetti hauled in a 25-yard throw from John Rhode to breathe life into SXU.    “If I wasn’t coaching and was sitting as a fan in the stands, this would have been a heck of an entertaining game,” Feminis said with a chuckle. “But it’s hard on the old ticker.”   Three-and-a-half minutes after DeBenedetti reached the Tigers’ end zone Simms did so for the second time on a 47-yard reception. That put the Cougars ahead to stay, but Rhode notched an insurance TD that wound up being necessary when he scrambled 4 yards with 10:41 left in the game.    Rhode’s touchdown was set up by a Campbellsville fumble that Dan Fitzgerald caused and Joe DeMarco recovered. Fitzgerald (three solo stops, four assists and 1 ½ tackles for loss in addition to the forced fumble) was one

settled into the starter’s role and brought “a quarterback carousel” to a halt.   As for his own club, Badke said there were “a lot of things you can look back on and be extremely proud of.” Among those achievements were the first Catholic League Blue championship in a decade and a victory trifecta over Loyola, Mt. Carmel and St. Rita unseen by the Crusaders in the same season since the mid-1970s.   “The kids saw for themselves that if they do things the right way, good things can happen,” Badke said. “I think the kids believed they could compete with anybody and beat anybody. of several influential individuals on that side of the ball.    Greg Hayward was the undisputed standout as he included four sacks and 5½ tackles for loss among his afternoon’s work. The Oak Lawn High School alumnus finished with seven solos and two quarterback hurries.   “Greg Hayward is just unbelievable,” Feminis said. “He leads by his actions and he’s a relentless, relentless player. At our level he’s just a dominating player. If he’s not a first-team All-American, I don’t know who is.”    Also contributing on defense were Mark Williams (five solos, two assists, two pass breakups, one tackle for loss), Tyler Hoeg (five solos, one assist, two breakups) and Alex Walters (three solos, four assists, one tackle for loss). SXU totaled 14 tackles for loss and seven sacks, an exhibition that seemed almost unbelievable in light of Campbellsville’s offensive numbers.   “That’s football in today’s world of spread offenses,” Feminis said. “You’re probably not going to see too many 10-7 games.”    It was Hayward recording 1½ sacks during the Cougars’ late show of resistance. Nick Cemeno also dropped Russell once on that pivotal series and Tom Hitz was credited with a half-sack.   As for the offense, Simms (eight catches, 210 yards), Randall Wells (eight receptions, 107 yards) and DeBenedetti (seven catches, 82 yards) were a trio of inviting targets for Rhode (30of-50, 416 yards). Ivlow gave the ground attack a lift with 97 rushing yards, and Feminis also complimented his special teams. In particular, he praised freshman Drey Devereaux, who took over as the holder on kicks after Pat Kelso suffered an injury.   “It was a total team effort,” Feminis said. “[And] this is go-

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LA BR 24 15 137 135 286 176 423 311 26-17 30-16 2 0 0 1 1-5 10-90 1-32.0 3-26.7

Scoring BR — Clifton Taylor 1 run (Matt Pikowski kick) LA — Dara Laja 18 run (Mike Kurzydlowski kick) LA — Lara 1 run (Kurzydlowski kick) BR — Taylor 19 pass from Alex Alarcon (Pikowski kick) LA — Spencer Cecola 10 pass from Aiden Walsh (Kurzydlowski kick) LA — Mark Nichols 1 run (Kurzydlowski kick) LA — Kurzydlowski 20 field field goal Brother Rice Rushing: Jones 9-67, Alarcon 10-37, Taylor 8-31. Passing: Alarcon 29-16-176, Jones 1-0-0. Receiving: Jones 10-135, Kubil 4-26, Taylor 1-19, Hayes 1-(-4).

ing to help us down the road. We told our guys right after the game, ‘You got challenged.’ We had to play with confidence and not give up.”   The win was SXU’s 10th in a row over teams from the MidSouth Conference, which is also the league to which Lindsey Wilson belongs.

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Scoring CU — Demytreus Gipson 8 pass from Jacob Russell (Will Ward kick) SXU — Mike Ivlow 9 run (Abdul Mahdi kick) SXU — Stephen Simms 95 pass from John Rhode (Mahdi kick) CU — Trevon Chatman 72 pass from Tahj Milliken (Ward kick) SXU — Mahdi 25 field goal CU — Gipson 14 pass from Russell (Ward kick) CU — Chatman 12 pass from Russell (Ward kick) SXU — Nick DeBenedetti 25 pass from Rhode (Mahdi kick) SXU — Simms 47 pass from Rhode (Mahdi kick) SXU — Rhode 4 run (Mahdi kick) CU — Chatman 13 pass from Russell (Ward kick)

St. Xavier University football coach Mike Feminis recently stated that if senior defensive lineman Greg Hayward “isn’t a first team [NAIA] All-American, I don’t know who is.”    While the 2014 season continues with the Cougars in the national quarterfinals, Hayward’s status in that regard isn’t yet known. But as a precursor to further honors the Oak Lawn High School graduate was named Defensive Player of the Year in the Mid-States Football Association Midwest League.    “Greg is very deserving of this award and it could not have happened to a better young man,” Feminis said. “He is absolutely relentless on the football field and his work ethic is second to none. Greg will no doubt go down as one of the best defensive linemen in our program’s history and hopefully he can lead us to another national championship in Daytona.”    Hayward’s selection highlighted the appearance of 17 SXU players on the All-MFSA Midwest League squad. Five Cougars joined Hayward on the first team, eight were chosen as second-teamers and three received honorable mention. In addition, offensive coordinator Mark Yanule was pegged as the Midwest League Assistant Coach of the Year for the fourth time in his career.    Besides Hayward SXU’s other headliner was senior Nick DeBenedetti, who actually filled two first-team spots as he was feted as both a wide receiver and return specialist. Along with Hayward and DeBenedetti, Cougars first-teamers were sophomore offensive lineman Kevin Lonergan (Oak Lawn), freshman offensive lineman Justin Hunter, junior linebacker Dan Fitzgerald and junior defensive back Mark Williams.   Representing SXU on the allleague second unit were quarterback John Rhode, sophomore receiver Stephen Simms, junior receiver Randall Wells, sophomore offensive lineman Sean Jones, freshman kicker Abdul Mahdi, senior defensive lineman Nick Cemeno, senior defensive back Danny Lombardo and freshman punter Joe Bailey. Collecting honorable mentions were senior offensive lineman Frank Markasovic, senior defensive lineman Marcus Maas and freshman running back Mike Ivlow.   “I’m really happy for each of our guys who made it and they’re all deserving,” Feminis said. “The MSFA is the best conference in the country at our level, so to be named to this team is a tremendous honor.   “As for Mark’s honor, he has been with me from Day 1 and our program’s offensive coordinator since 2003. He’s as good as it gets and very deserving of this award. I wouldn’t trade Mark for anyone at any level.” ***    Along with his all-league selection, Bailey also garnered Midwest League Special Teams Player of the Week honors following the Cougars’ regular-season-ending 36-6 victory over Olivet Nazarene on Nov. 15.    Bailey also received the award on Sept. 29.   His latest achievement came after he averaged 37 yards on four punts with a long of 54 yards. The latter pinned the Tigers at their own 7 and soon after SXU recorded a safety. A second Bailey punt also landed inside Olivet’s 20. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL   After the Cougars racked up another pair of impressive wins last week, coach Bob Hallberg became more convinced that he has a different team than in the previous three seasons.   And the biggest difference was once again demonstrated by SXU’s offensive output.   Four Cougars scored in double figures as No. 6 SXU routed No. 12 Cardinal Stritch 77-57 in a Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic

Conference matchup last Wednesday. Three days later five players tallied at least 10 points in the Cougars' 76-57 road victory over Taylor University.    The triumphs improved the Cougars' overall record to 7-1. It would stay that way for a while, too, as SXU took a 10-day break following Saturday's game in Upland, Ind.   “In both wins [last] week we received a lot of contributions offensively,” Hallberg said. “Everybody knows they have to stop Morgan Stuut and Suzie Broski, but to have four and five players in double figures is a great luxury.   “Having a balanced attack like we’ve had is hard to overcome and we’re seeing that working in our favor so far this season.”    Broski had a game-best 19 points of 8-of-12 shooting to spearhead the Cougars' effort in their home opener on Wednesday. Freshman Kara Krolicki added 17 points on 6-of-10 accuracy, Stuut posted a double-double of 16 points and 11 rebounds, and Caitlin McMahon pitched in with 12 points, six boards and three blocks. Five of Krolicki's baskets were 3-pointers.   Along with that offense, SXU exhibited solid defense. The Cougars' forced nine first-half turnovers and held the Wolves to a 26 percent success rate from the field, which helped them construct a 39-24 halftime edge. Fifty-two percent shooting by SXU over the last 20 minutes allowed it to keep control of the proceedings.    “The amazing part about the win was that the game was supposed to be closer,” Hallberg said. “Cardinal Stritch is fresh off a Final Four season. The team got hot at the right time and advanced all the way to the semifinals, [but] my team played a great ballgame [here] and was successful in neutralizing them.    “We got off to a fast start [and] we also shot 11-for-24 from the 3-point line.” ***   Stuut became the Cougars' No. 2 career scorer after notching a game-high 16 points versus Taylor. Her 1,890 points leave her just 78 behind all-time leader Mary Cain (2000-04). Stuut complemented her offense with six rebounds and five steals.   McMahon finished with 15 points on 6-of-6 shooting, 13 rebounds and three blocks, Broski tossed in 13 points, Mikayla Leyden had 11 and Krolicki 10.    SXU led nearly the entire game but owned just a four-point edge (34-30) at the half. However, the Cougars pulled away in the second half and were ahead by as many as 25.    The big surge came after McMahon's jumper sparked a 21-4 run that lasted nearly seven minutes. Leyden capped the blitz with nine minutes left to play.   "Caitlyn McMahon played her best college game by far in three years,” Hallberg said. “Kara Krolicki also had a real good game [and] Mikayla can rebound as well as score.   "Having a rebounding guard is something we haven’t had much of in the past. That really helps our inside players and it demonstrates how versatile Mikayla is.”   SXU limited the Trojans to 18 percent shooting from 3-point range, made 13 steals and caused 21 turnovers in all.   “The girls were able to trigger some open-court and transition basketball — a lot of those steals were triggered by Morgan Stuut," Hallberg said. "To go from being up seven points to 16 points in a short time, that’s very demoralizing to an opponent. We also have the capability of [posting a] high shooting percentage every game.”   With all the early success, the only real dilemma that Hallberg admits to having is finding enough playing time to go around for a talented roster.

“It’s always a juggling act, but it’s a nice challenge to have," he said. "We’re on a nice roll now. We always seem to have somebody there to pick someone [else] up.” — Anthony Nasella MEN’S BASKETBALL   The Cougars had to settle for merely coming close last Wednesday night.    Their CCAC opener at the Shannon Center pitted them against NAIA No. 2-ranked Cardinal Stritch, a 30-game winner in 201314 and the national champion in Division II the year before that. And considering the Wolves’ roster was left relatively unscathed by graduation, especially compared to SXU’s, the locals were guaranteed to have their hands full.    That part was true, but it went both ways. With a couple of their newcomers chipping in big performances, the Cougars gave Stritch all it could handle; in fact after freshman guard Larry Motuzis nailed a 3-pointer with 21 seconds remaining SXU was within three of the Wolves.   The Cougars were unable to finish the job, however. Two free throws from sophomore Tyler Semenas finalized the verdict in the visitors’ favor, 87-82.    “Going into it, if I’d have thought we had a chance [to win] at the end I would have said, ‘Hey, that’s pretty good knowing the kind of opponent we were playing,’” SXU coach Tom O’Malley said.   Coming out of it, the veteran leader wasn’t quite as content.    “I’m happy at the progress, but I’m not satisfied,” O’Malley said. “We’ve got to continue [working] and keep going forward.”    Motuzis registered 21 points for the Cougars (3-2, 0-1), second to senior Jack Krieger’s team-best 22. Each player connected on better than 55 percent of his field-goal attempts and SXU shot 50 percent as a team overall, 58 percent over the final 20 minutes.   Also catching O’Malley’s eye with his play was junior guard Stanley Moore, who totaled 19 points, five rebounds and five assists. A problem for the Cougars was that no one could top Moore’s effort on the glass; the Wolves, meanwhile, used their tall front line to maximum efficiency and out-rebounded SXU by a 2-to-1 margin (48-24).   “Their point guard had six,” O’Malley said of Stritch. “I think some of our guys realize they didn’t do enough. We know we need to rebound a little bit better.”   Except for a 2-0 lead at the outset, the Cougars were never in front. The Wolves’ 13-2 run right after that put them in control and they fended off several SXU surges the rest of the way.   The Cougars trailed by nine at intermission but shaved the differential to one (43-42) on Krieger’s layup three minutes into the second half. Stritch’s response was an 11-2 blitz and SXU didn’t get close again until Motuzis, Krieger and Kyle Huppe all delivered baskets in the late going.   “We’re kind of looking at it as we’re still a work in progress,” O’Malley said. “We haven’t gotten to the point where we’re comfortable yet, [but] we didn’t set this schedule up to be a patsy schedule. Out of our first eight games, we [will have] played two [NCAA] Division I teams and several others that are very good — that’s as big and formidable as you can get.”   Obviously, some of O’Malley’s guys were having their initial dealings with Stritch, but the coach said there’s no reason to get cowed by a reputation.    “To me, the name doesn’t do it as much as the experience level of their players,” O’Malley said. “Eight of [the Wolves’] first nine all played for them last year. That’s a great advantage.”    The Cougars, who already played Division I Oakland University in an exhibition contest, faced the University of Illinois-Chicago in another one this past Tuesday. SXU hosts its own Thanksgiving tournament over the weekend. — Ken Karrson

St. Xavier Rushing: Ivlow 15-97, Simms 3-28, Ferguson 2-9, Carroll 1-5, Devereaux 1-2, Wells 1-1, Fenney 1-0, Rhode 6-(-2). Passing: Rhode 50-30-416, Carroll 1-1-46. Receiving: Simms 8-210, Wells 8-107, DeBenedetti 7-82, Carroll 4-36, Ivlow 2-13, Ladd 1-9, Strbjak 1-5.

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Bos finishes in top 20 nationally By Amy Strong

Sandburg runners Max Lehnhardt, Chris Torpy and Sean Torpy Midwest Regional.

Sandburg reigns at Nike Midwest Regional cross country meet

Sandburg may have missed out on a Class 3A cross country championship in Illinois earlier this month, but the Eagles weren’t denied the title at an even bigger venue.   Facing 54 invited teams representing a half-dozen Midwestern states, Sandburg ruled over the field at the Nike Midwest Regional. Among the vanquished squads were Illinois state champ Hinsdale Central, which trailed the Eagles by 150 points, and Indiana kingpin Carmel High School, which wound up 70 points in arrears of Sandburg.   The Eagles will now be part of the national championship lineup on Dec. 6 in Portland, Ore. Eighteen programs in all will take part in the event, which will be streamed live on the Nike website.

Evergreen bowlers fall short in SSC crossovers

Evergreen Park’s boys’ bowling team fell short against both Hillcrest and Tinley Park in South Suburban Conference crossover matches last week.   The Hawks defeated the Mustangs 1,732-1,607 at Arena Lanes behind Xavier Muhammad’s 484 series and high game of 258. Jacoby Ottenfeld paced Evergreen in the two-game match with a 409 series and 214 high game.    Tinley Park knocked off the Mustangs 1,892-1,782 at Arena Lanes as Nick Shveryt (258 high game, 448 series) led the way. Ottenfeld was again Evergreen’s top performer with a 478 series that was highlighted by a team-best 256 game.

Seven Mother McAuley athletes make college choices

Seven student-athletes from Mother McAuley made official their college decisions by signing National Letters of Intent recently. Each was awarded a scholarship.   Four volleyball players were among the seven, including Ryann DeJarld, the daughter of Mighty Macs coach Jen DeJarld. The younger DeJarld, who hails from Evergreen Park, will attend Notre Dame. Kennedy Arundel, an Oak Lawn resident, is also headed to the Big East as she signed with the University of Connecticut.    Others finalizing their selections were Kelsey Clark (George Washington University) and Amber Casey (University of St. Francis). Softball players making their choices were Dara Sanders (Lewis University), Evergreen Park resident

Jen Crowley (Lewis) and Emily Rux (Wisconsin-Whitewater).

Evergreen nominates two for High School Heisman

Seniors Nicole Larkin and John Zofkie were picked as Evergreen Park High School’s representatives for the Wendy’s High School Heisman award.    The award, given in conjunction with the collegiate Heisman, celebrates the achievements of the nation’s top high school seniors both in and out of the classroom. To become eligible students must exhibit excellence in athletics, academics and community/school leadership.

Shepard sets three school swim records

While Sandburg had the starring role in its own swimming sectional, Shepard was not without a few individual feats of its own.   The Astros established three school records during the meet and came within .3 seconds of setting a fourth in the 200-yard freestyle relay. Shepard was fifth in that race.   Senior Mary Lippert erased a mark that had stood since 1982 when she completed the 50-free in 25.39 seconds. The clocking, which was .52 seconds faster than the existing school standard, netted Lippert fifth place.   Sophomore Annie Rangel eclipsed her own record in the 200free set a year ago at sectionals. Her 2:07.24 time was good for the No. 6 position. Lippert and Rangel then joined senior Becca Gleich and junior Grace Spindler in the 400-free relay, where the foursome wound up third by finishing the event in 3:56.23, which wiped out a 16-year-old standard by 2.62 seconds.   Other Shepard swimmers at sectional who scored points and posted season-best times were Hannah Vasil, Maggie Frausto, Emilia Burda, Joanna Rangel and Yessenia Martinez.

Moraine looking for basketball alumni

Moraine Valley College is reaching out to its former basketball players.    In celebration of the school’s new basketball courts and Health, Fitness and Recreation Center, the Cyclones are inviting anyone who has played for either the men’s or women’s hoops program over the past 35 years to attend a basketball doubleheader on Jan. 17. The first game will begin at 1 p.m. and a reception will be held at the

On the season's biggest stage, Anna Bos loomed large.    Bos earned NAIA All-America status and posted Trinity Christian College's highest finish ever in the national cross country meet by taking 20th at last Saturday's NAIA Championship at Rim Rock Farm in Lawrence, Kan. The senior, who was making her fourth consecutive appearance at the national event, completed her 5K race in 18 minutes, 26.90 seconds.   Also representing the Trolls in the 336-runner women's field were Ashley Jourdan and Jessica Disselkoen, who placed 100th and 118th in respective times of 19:23.00 and 19:31.90. Submitted photo helped the Eagles win the Nike   In the men's 8K race, Cody Velthuizen matched Jourdan by reaching the chute in the 100th conclusion of the second contest. position after clocking a 26:28.40.    In addition, athletic director Bill There were 320 male competitors Finn will name Moraine’s all-de- in all. cade teams. For more information, VOLLEYBALL call 974-5727 or email NagelM3@    Headed to the National Chrismorainevalley.edu. tian College Athletic Association national tournament is the Trolls Palos Stampede 13U team volleyball squad, which advanced looking for players by winning the North Central    Palos Stampede Baseball’s 13U Region title over the weekend. team is looking for two Gold-level   Trinity (32-10) beat Bethel players to fill out its roster for the College (25-20, 25-18, 25-16) in 2015 season. the championship encounter af  Pitching experience is a plus. ter outlasting Lincoln Christian Players must be 13 years of age University in four sets (25-10, 20by May 1. 25, 29-27, 25-12 in the semifinal    Winter workouts begin in early round. The Trolls will play in January. The Stampede play a com- Kissimmee, Fla., Dec. 4-6. petitive schedule that includes ap-    The Trolls had relatively little pearances in several tournaments, trouble with Bethel in Game 1, including one out-of-town event, but the Pilots hung tough in the and their main goal is preparing remaining two sets. Rachel Verplayers for high school baseball. hage's kill gave Trinity an 11-10   For more information or a pri- advantage in Game 2 and the vate tryout, contact Dan Szykowny Trolls kept control after that. at 906-7148 or dannyszy@yahoo.   Verhage struck again in the com. third set as she was at the service line when Trinity reeled off 11 straight points to grab an insurSPBL seeking players   The Southside Pony Baseball mountable 24-13 lead. Three aces League is seeking players aged figured in the run, as did three 13 and 14 for the 2015 season. kills from Danielle Oeverman. Players must be in grades 7-9 as Bethel staved off match point three times before the Trolls of May 1.   All games will be played at finally prevailed. the Spartan Athletic Complex in    Trinity totaled 44 kills, oneOak Lawn. The season runs April fourth of them delivered by Tori Mantel, who augmented her through June.   For more information, email 11 kills with 18 digs. Lauren pony@oaklawnbaseball.com. To Macadlo put down 10 kills and register, go to www.oaklawnbase- Oeverman and Brittany Dykstra had eight apiece. ball.com.    Also contributing to the win were Erynn Schuh (38 assists, Online registration for 12 digs) and Karleigh Krchmery Oak Lawn baseball, softball (14 digs).    Oak Lawn Baseball and Softball *** is currently conducting online reg-   Oeverman's kill and a Linistration and accepting payment coln Christian error enabled for the 2015 spring season. the Trolls to get the final say   Registration in both sports is in Game 3 of their semifinal open to players aged 5-18. Visit match and they carried that www.oaklawnbaseball.com. momentum to a convincing fourth-set victory. Trinity was U.S. Baseball Academy also impressive in Game 1 as it 14 kills and only two hitting returning to Oak Lawn   U.S. Baseball Academy, which errors, good for a .444 attack operates a national network of af- percentage. fordable hitting, pitching, catching,   Oeverman wound up with fielding and base-running camps 12 of the Trolls' 51 kills, while for players in grades 1-12, will Mantel and Macadlo each regbe returning to Oak Lawn High School for a winter session.    The session is scheduled to run Jan. 4-Feb. 15 under the direction of Spartans head coach Bill Gerny. Registration is now underway at www.USBaseballAcademy.com and will conclude approximately six weeks before the beginning of the session, although last year’s camp filled up before that.   For more information, visit the website or call 1-866-622-4487.

ing eight 3-pointers) was the Trolls' big gun, but Hehir (17 points) and Logan Vos (14) also make their presences felt. Cody Rhorer collected a team-best nine rebounds and Ryan Tubbs dished out eight assists.    Trinity hosted Roosevelt University in a CCAC game this past Tuesday and will participate in St. Xavier's Thanksgiving tournament over the weekend. istered 11. Verhage and Dykstra had four blocks apiece and Schuh finished with 46 assists and 16 digs. MEN'S BASKETBALL    NAIA Division II No. 8-ranked Robert Morris University beat the Trolls last Wednesday in a Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference contest but not without a fight. Trinity was down by only five at halftime and came up short by seven (71-64) at game's end.   The Trolls (3-4, 0-2) used 3-pointers by Jared Jones and David Buffham to keep heat on the Eagles in the second half, but an untimely dry spell was costly to Trinity. It notched just two points over the last three minutes, which prevented it from overtaking Robert Morris after climbing within a deuce.    Trey Johnson had 14 points and eight rebounds to pace the Trolls, while Jones (11 points), Joe Hehir (11) and Buffham (10) all scored in double digits as well. Caleb Jonkman grabbed eight rebounds for Trinity, which collected 43. The Trolls also outshot the Eagles from the field (45 percent to 38) and behind the 3-point arc (63 percent to 30).    Undermining the locals were 21 turnovers, 13 more than were charged to Robert Morris. Trinity also hurt itself by converting only 50 percent of its free throws compared to the Eagles' 71 percent. ***   Stepping outside of conference didn't do the Trolls any favors on Friday as they dropped an 87-80 verdict to Goshen.    The Maple Leafs raced out to a 9-0 lead behind three 3-pointers and sank 10 of their first 12 shots, six of which were fired up from long distance. But Goshen wasn't the only club that began on a strong note — Trinity also drilled five 3-balls in the early going.   The Maple Leafs stretched their lead out to 14 points with five minutes remaining in the opening half, but the Trolls embarked on a 15-3 to bring themselves back into contention. After slipping back again during the second half, Trinity pulled even at 74-all on Jonathan Zandstra's 3-pointer with five minutes left but could never inch in front.   Jones (26 points, includ-

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL    Robert Morris' women's team also got the better of Trinity as the Trolls absorbed a 72-62 setback last Wednesday.    The Trolls were guilty of 45 turnovers, 26 before halftime, but they survived that sloppiness by hitting 5-of-9 3-pointers before the break and holding a decisive advantage on the glass (50-31) for the game. The two teams were locked in a 32-all tie at halftime after Allie Paluchniak beat the buzzer with a 3 for Trinity.   But the miscues kept coming and the Trolls eventually fell back by double digits and couldn't recover. Kelsie Foster (27 points, including five 3-pointers, 10 rebounds), Palucniak (17 points, four assists) and Holly Boetsma (nine rebounds) were Trinity's ringleaders.   Not much separated the Eagles and Trolls in field-goal shooting, but the former buried 16 free throws, five more than Trinity attempted. The locals went 4-of-11 at the stripe. ***    The Trolls also came up short in the first game at the San Diego Christian College Tournament as Arizona Christian administered a 61-55 loss on Friday. Trinity was ahead by 10 at intermission but scored only 19 points over the last 20 minutes.    Caitlin Cody (15 points, 10 rebounds), Foster (eight points), Celina Wanta (eight) and Rebecca DeHaan (seven rebounds) were the Trolls' notables in defeat. Trinity connected on just 32 percent of its field-goal tries, which offset a slight edge (4238) on the glass. ***    The Trolls (4-5) fared better on Saturday as they knocked off the host school 64-56 behind big outings from DeHaan (18 points, six rebounds), Cody (15 points, five rebounds), Paluchniak (15 points) and Lauren Stokes (six rebounds).   The teams were tied four times in the first 10 minutes and separated by only six points after 20. Trinity stretched its advantage out to 15 points in the second half before nailing down its eight-point win. It shot 44 percent from the floor, 77 percent at the line.    The Trolls visited Roosevelt this past Tuesday for a CCAC game.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB DBA CHRISTIANA TRUST AS TRUSTEE FOR HLSS MORTGAGE MASTER TRUST FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE HOLDERS OF THE SERIES 2014-1 CERTIFICATES ISSUED BY HLSS MORTGAGE MASTER TRUST Plaintiff, -v.RICHARD KAMPANATKOSOL, CHOMRAWEE SOMKUL Defendants 12 CH 015408 10630 S. LORI LANE 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 3, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 2:00 PM on December 10, 2014, 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 10630 S. LORI LANE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-13-110-025. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the KLJKHVW ELG E\ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV DW WKH FORVH RI WKH 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 WR H[FHHG LQ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV RU ZLUH WUDQVIHU 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 ISâ€? condition. The sale is IXUWKHU VXEMHFW WR FRQÂżUPDWLRQ E\ WKH FRXUW 8SRQ payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser ZLOO UHFHLYH D &HUWLÂżFDWH RI 6DOH WKDW ZLOO HQWLWOH the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after FRQÂżUPDWLRQ RI WKH VDOH 7KH SURSHUW\ ZLOO 127 be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the FRXUW ÂżOH WR YHULI\ DOO LQIRUPDWLRQ ,I WKLV SURSHUW\ 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 ,/&6 J DQG J ,I WKLV SURSHUW\ LV D 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 3URSHUW\ $FW ,/&6 J ,) <28 ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, \RX ZLOO QHHG D SKRWR LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ LVVXHG E\ a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale URRP LQ &RRN &RXQW\ DQG WKH VDPH LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ for sales held at other county venues. For informaWLRQ H[DPLQH WKH FRXUW ÂżOH RU FRQWDFW 3ODLQWLIIÂśV DWtorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR 5,'*( ,/ 3OHDVH UHIHU WR ÂżOH QXPEHU 7+( -8',&,$/ 6$/(6 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 %855 5,'*( ,/ $WWRUQH\ )LOH 1R $WWRUQH\ $5'& 1R 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: &+ 7-6& 127( 3XUVXDQW 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. I632868

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ROUNDPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.FIRST MIDWEST BANK AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 1/22/2004 A/K/A TRUST NO. 1-5992, HERITAGE COVE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF FIRST MIDWEST BANK U/T/A DATED 1/22/2004 A/K/A TRUST NO. 1-5992, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 007830 11112 E. COVE CIRCLE UNIT #3-1D 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 5, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 15, 2014, 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 11112 E. COVE CIRCLE UNIT #3-1D, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-22-200-109-1034. The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale WHUPV GRZQ RI WKH KLJKHVW ELG E\ FHUWLÂżHG 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 purFKDVHU QRW WR H[FHHG LQ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV RU 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 ISâ€? condiWLRQ 7KH VDOH LV IXUWKHU VXEMHFW WR FRQÂżUPDWLRQ E\ the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, WKH SXUFKDVHU ZLOO UHFHLYH D &HUWLÂżFDWH RI 6DOH WKDW will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real esWDWH DIWHU FRQÂżUPDWLRQ RI WKH VDOH 7KH SURSHUW\ ZLOO NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the FRXUW ÂżOH WR YHULI\ DOO LQIRUPDWLRQ ,I WKLV SURSHUW\ 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. Effective May 1st, \RX ZLOO QHHG D SKRWR LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ LVVXHG E\ a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale URRP LQ &RRN &RXQW\ DQG WKH VDPH LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ for sales held at other county venues. For informaWLRQ H[DPLQH WKH FRXUW ÂżOH RU FRQWDFW 3ODLQWLIIÂśV DWtorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to ÂżOH QXPEHU 7+( -8',&,$/ 6$/(6 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. 14-14-03848 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 007830 TJSC#: 34-16153 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. I633035

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“10 in the Parkâ€? For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION US. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION, AS RECEIVER FOR DOWNEY SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, F.A. Plaintiff, -v.ODEET SYRIANI, SOUZAN SYRIANI, ANTON SYRIANI, HARRIS, N.A. F/K/A HARRIS TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK, CITIBANK, N.A. F/K/A CITIBANK, FSB, CENTENNIAL VILLAGE UNIT II TOWNHOME ASSOCIATION Defendants 08 CH 018549 15715 LIBERTY COURT ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 8, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 10, 2014, 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 15715 LIBERTY COURT, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-16-407-009. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down RI WKH KLJKHVW ELG E\ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV DW WKH FORVH 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 WR H[FHHG LQ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV RU ZLUH WUDQVIHU 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 ISâ€? condition. The sale is IXUWKHU VXEMHFW WR FRQÂżUPDWLRQ E\ WKH FRXUW 8SRQ payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser ZLOO UHFHLYH D &HUWLÂżFDWH RI 6DOH WKDW ZLOO HQWLWOH the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after FRQÂżUPDWLRQ RI WKH VDOH 7KH SURSHUW\ ZLOO 127 be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the FRXUW ÂżOH WR YHULI\ DOO LQIRUPDWLRQ ,I WKLV SURSHUW\ 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. Effective May 1st, \RX ZLOO QHHG D SKRWR LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ LVVXHG E\ a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale URRP LQ &RRN &RXQW\ DQG WKH VDPH LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ for sales held at other county venues. For informaWLRQ H[DPLQH WKH FRXUW ÂżOH RU FRQWDFW 3ODLQWLIIÂśV DWtorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to ÂżOH QXPEHU 7+( -8',&,$/ 6$/(6 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. 14-08-12871 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 08 CH 018549 TJSC#: 34-16287 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. I632692

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.RORY SLOAN A/K/A RORY J. SLOAN A/K/A RORY J. SLAUGHTER, CITIBANK, N.A., SILVER LAKE GARDENS VILLAS I CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Defendants 12 CH 032004 15354 AUBRIETA LANE 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 6, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 4, 2014, 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 15354 AUBRIETA LANE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-13-200-024-1040. The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale terms: 25% GRZQ RI WKH KLJKHVW ELG E\ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV DW WKH 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 WR H[FHHG LQ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV RU ZLUH WUDQVIHU 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 ISâ€? condition. The sale is IXUWKHU VXEMHFW WR FRQÂżUPDWLRQ E\ WKH FRXUW 8SRQ payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser ZLOO UHFHLYH D &HUWLÂżFDWH RI 6DOH WKDW ZLOO HQWLWOH the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after FRQÂżUPDWLRQ RI WKH VDOH 7KH SURSHUW\ ZLOO 127 be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the FRXUW ÂżOH WR YHULI\ DOO LQIRUPDWLRQ ,I WKLV SURSHUW\ 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. Effective May 1st, \RX ZLOO QHHG D SKRWR LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ LVVXHG E\ a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale URRP LQ &RRN &RXQW\ DQG WKH VDPH LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ for sales held at other county venues. For informaWLRQ H[DPLQH WKH FRXUW ÂżOH RU FRQWDFW 3ODLQWLIIÂśV DWtorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to ÂżOH QXPEHU 7+( -8',&,$/ 6$/(6 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. 14-12-22188 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 032004 TJSC#: 34-18942 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. I633012

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Your Guide to Arts and Events in the Southwest Suburbs and Beyond ‘THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PART 1’

This movie doesn’t end, but it’s worth seeing “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1” is only half a movie. With the final book of the Hunger Games franchise being made into two movies (think Harry Potter), this movie seems unfinished. This is the one of the few times you will see a movie with no real ending. What may seem to some like a business decision more than an artistic decision, this film takes us to chapter 13 of this 27-chapter behemoth of a book. This film is a little less than half a book and it’s the half without much action. This is the lead up to the dramatic conclusion. This is not some action packed movie like the previous two. There is no “Hunger Games” that takes place in this Submitted photo film, like in the previous two. Most of the action that happened in the previous films was during the games and this leads to a film In addition to their Merlot and Monet evening when members tried their hand painting Monet’s famous somewhat starved for action. Part 1 picks up right where work, Venice at Sunset, at the McCord Gallery and Cultural Center in Palos Park, the Arts Department of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club recently sponsored a tour of the newly dedicated collection of “Catching Fire” ended. For those outdoor sculptures and murals arranged by the Palos Heights Arts Commission. Members toured in two who haven’t seen “Catching Fire” sessions, with Bob Starzyk driving, and arts Commissioner Maria DeCaprio-Sunta narrating the tour. yet, you need to see that film first in order to understand this film. This film is about the revolution against the capital of Panem. The capital is the life-sucking overlord of the districts (basically states) run by President Snow (Donald by Jay Bobbin

Art appreciation in Palos

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Motion Picture Association of STARTING THIS WEEK: America rating, and then by a “THE EXPENDABLES 3”: If family-viewing guide, the key for you’re in need of a serious dose which appears below.) of testosterone for Thanksgiving, look no further. The third edition of the adventure franchise expectedly has Sylvester Stallone leading the band of troubleshooters, and this time, they’re up against one of their own: the group’s cofounder (cast newcomer Mel Gibson), who has turned villainous. Some new blood is needed to help defeat him — with Kellan Lutz (“Twilight”) among those recruits — but action-driven fun also is provided by such other returnees as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jason

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THE APOLLO CHORUS OF CHICAGO presents

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Pinto’s Popcorn Picks by Tony Pinto Sutherland.) To keep a long story short, the capital takes the resources of the other districts in exchange for keeping so-called peace, while leaving the constituents to starve and live in rubble. The reluctant face of the revolution is Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence). She’s an unwilling propaganda piece set to bring hope to the districts, while uniting them all against the evil capital. As a pawn in a war led by Plutarch Heavensbee (Phillip Seymour Hoffman) and President Alma Coin (Julianne Moore), she has to deal with the burden of Panem looking at her for hope during this revolution she didn’t mean to start. Within all the political drama and dark undertones that cloud the movie we also have this love triangle which is used to keep the movie more about the star: Jennifer Lawrence. You have the

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vites families with children of any age to make ceramic snowmen on Dec. 3 and to come back to glaze their creations on Dec. 10. The class fee is $18 per person and includes all supplies and two kiln firings. Registration is required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Orland Park, will host its Friday Night Live event with live music from America’s Got Talent finalist Family pottery Reverse Order and free cookies snowmen courtesy of Barnes and Noble. The Bridge will also be extending its hours, from 10:30 p.m. until midA pottery class for families will night that night, for high school be hosted at the Log Cabin Center students only. This free event is for for the Arts on Wednesdays, Dec. teens in 7th through 12th grade. 3 and 10, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Ribbon tree High School After Hours - 10:30 The Log Cabin is at The Cenworkshop with p.m. to midnight Dec. 5, The ter, 12700 Southwest Highway in Alice Collins Bridge Teen Center will be exPalos Park. Instructor heather Young inA Christmas tree workshop tending its hours for High School will be offered at The Center students only. During the night on Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 1 p.m., students can participate in games, at 12700 Southwest Highway in win prizes and eat free cookies from Barnes and Noble. This free Palos Park. Columnist Alice Collins joins event is for teens in 9th through the Log Cabin Center for the 12th grade. For more information Arts staff for the holidays to call 532-0500. teach ladies to make decorative Christmas trees of shiny ribbons. The fee is $12 plus a $19 materials fee, which includes the cone, Stained-glass pins, and three bolts of ribbon studio open house for each student. Registration is required. Call 361-3650. The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park, will host an open Yoga class house for its stained-glass studio A new five-week series of gentle on Thursday, Dec. 4 from 11 a.m. yoga classes will be offered at The to noon. Instructor Harry Meneghini Center on Tuesdays, beginning Dec. 2, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The has organized the open house class will meet at the Anderson for people intrigued by stained Activity Center of The Children’s glass but timid about commitFarm, 12700 Southwest Highway, ting to a six-week class. He offers this opportunity for folks to meet Palos Park. Instructor Valerie Lindstrom him, and be introduced to the art will lead the yoga sessions, which of stained glass. He’ll show the will include discussion and prac- tools used, explain the procedures, tice on breathing, relaxation, and demonstrate how it’s done, and centering, as well as movement show some examples of stained glass pieces he and his students and poses. Yoga newcomers are welcome. have made. There is no fee for the open Students should dress in comfortable clothing and bring a yoga house, but an RSVP is apprecimat. The five-week class costs $50. ated. Call 361-3650. Registration is required. Call The Center: 361-3650. Tinley Park

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original love in Gale Hawthorne (Liam Hemsworth) who’s always been there for her. On the other hand you have Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson) who’s the newer guy that she sort of fell for during the games. This love sometimes seems forced and unneeded in the grand scheme of things. It’s just a device to make the movie more about its star, which this does expertly well. This movie is all about the actors and actresses. It’s a bigbudget film that uses its big budget to get big stars to help carry the plot of the story. It’s not an overly complex story. It’s based on a young adult book, so you get what you expect from that. These actors and actresses carry the film even when the plot doesn’t carry itself. Part 1 is exactly what you would expect from half a book. It seems incomplete because it is, but it does fulfill its purpose of setting the scene for part 2. It sometimes a little slow moving and that’s so we get a part two. Most importantly this is a fitting beginning to the end of what should have ultimately just been a trilogy.

Community Band holiday concert

The Tinley Park Community Band, directed by Barbara Abarro, presents their annual free Holiday Concert on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m., in the Art Beckmann Performing Arts Center (enter door No. 3) at Central Middle School, 18146 S. Oak Park Ave. in Tinley Park. Music will include selections composed by former band director, Stephen J. Platko. Get in the holiday mood with some seasonal tunes including LeRoy Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride.” The concert band was established in 1987. Members come from all over Chicagoland. Musicians age 14 and older are invited to join. There are no auditions or residency requirements. Rehearsals and are on Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. at McCarthy Park, 16801 S. 80th Ave., Tinley Park. For more information, visit the website at www.tinleyband.org, e-mail tinleyband@gmail.com or call 620-7701


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Although the runtime of Broiled isn’t expected to exceed 30 minutes, St. John expects the postproduction process to span three to four months. A rough cut of the film has already started to come together, but the final prod-

take the film to the next step, it’s going to cost money. Festivals can be very expensive to enter, so we need all the help we can get.” Broiled’s teaser trailer launched on Nov. 10 as part of the film’s Indiegogo campaign. Also part of the campaign is a pitch video featuring St. John and Andrew Klass of Orland Park, who plays Tank in the film. Funding enthusiasts will also find “perks” on the campaign page, which offer fun gifts in exchange for investing, such as sweet potato recipes, character T-shirts, movie posters and more. The campaign runs through Saturday, Dec. 20. To watch the trailer, learn more about Broiled and find out how you can help, visit www.indiegogo.com/ projects/broiled. St. John hopes to have the film finished in January 2015, and plans on having a local premiere screening in the spring.

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quickly enmeshed in a fresh web of double-crossings as he battles his protege (Luke Bracey) to protect a witness (Olga Kurylenko, also a 007 alum courtesy of “Quantum of Solace”). Caterina Scorsone (“Grey’s Anatomy”) and ever-reliable character actors Will Patton and Bill Smitrovich also appear in the film, based on a Bill Granger novel and reuniting Brosnan with director Roger Donaldson (“Dante’s Peak”). *** (R: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “TYLER PERRY’S A MEDEA CHRISTMAS”: Whatever else he may do — which, lately, has included hiring himself out to other filmmakers for projects such as “Gone Girl” — Perry always will have his brassy female alter ego to trade on. Madea marks the holidays in her own way in this comedy, joining her niece (Anna Maria Horsford) for a surprise visit to the latter’s daughter (Tika Sumpter) ... who furnishes some surprises of her own. Star and director Perry adapted his stage play for the film, which also features Larry the Cable Guy, Chad Michael Murray and “The Facts of Life” alum Lisa Whelchel. *** (PG-13: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “WHAT IF”: Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry may have seemed a lot easier to Dan-

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