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CIRCLE Thursday,FULL March 1, 2007 A list of some of the cities Kevin Lee has either lived in, went to school in, or worked in since graduating in 2007:

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Richards teacher’s aide Kevin Lee dons a Richards hat and jacket, an Iowa shirt and holds his Harvard master’s degree and a baseball. A lot has happened since he graduated in 2007.

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Kevin Lee is back home in Oak Lawn. For how long is anyone’s guess. Since he graduated in 2007, he’s been a lot of places. While he probably can’t compete with the country song “I’ve Been Everywhere,” keep in mind he’s just 25. He has time. He’s crammed a lot of living in recent years but for now he’s back home and is a math teacher’s aide at Richards after seven years of playing college baseball at Iowa, teaching in Atlanta, getting a master’s degree in education at Harvard and following the rock band The Youngest all around the Midwest for a film documentary. His homecoming actually came about because of a homecoming game. This fall, he attended the homecoming game at Oak Lawn High School, which hosted Richards. While the Bulldogs were taking care of

business on the field, Lee was in the stands with some friends and they engaged in a conversation with a guy about American linguist Noam Chomsky. It’s probably not all that often that the visiting stands of the Oak Lawn football stadium finds a group of people dropping quotes from a man who wrote books titled “How the World Works,” “Government in the Future” and “Getting Haiti Right This Time.’’ But in this case, it worked and fate had it that the man they were talking to was the vice principal of Richards, Mike Jacobson. Jacobson asked Lee if he was interested in a job at Richards and now Lee is back at a teacher’s assistant and pitching coach. And he has a message he wants to get out there to every student he meets. School doesn’t suck. Lee doesn’t mince words about his profession and he hopes to drill that in his students’ heads.

“I am very interested in education policy and would like to shift kids mentality from ‘school sucks’ to ‘school is our opportunity.’ ” Lee said and added that he wants to find ways to make it beneficial and enjoyable for all involved.” Lee’s career path to this entry-level job at his alma-mater had several twists and turns. Lee, who said he is related to former major league pitcher Bill “Spaceman” Lee, was a pitcher for the Bulldogs and was recruited by the University of Iowa. His junior season, he set the school record with 13 saves in 2010. During his career, he pitched in an exhibition game against Iowa Triple-A Cubs and said he struck out future major leaguer Eric Patterson. But injuries hindered his baseball career and teaching became a new love for him. After leaving Des Moines, he headed to Atlanta to teach at a high school for a couple of years and then headed to Harvard to work on his master’s degree.

After spending time on the movie and rock scene, he is back at his school and is ready to share his enthusiasm for education to his students and players. Although he is teaching math, Lee said an English teacher helped shape his career. “Mr. [Albert] Teunissen influenced me in a positive way and had made an impact on my life,” Lee said. “I learned how to write at Richards from Mr. Teunissen, and he’s one of the only reasons I got into Harvard. My test scores were [poor], but they loved my public school background, success in Teach For America and writing style.’’ The former Kolmar Elementary School student said that getting into Harvard wasn’t impossible. “I took the GRE test and wrote a statement of purpose. It wasn’t as hard as I thought it would be,’’ Lee said. “I did wonder and worry if I have enough in (Continued on page 3)

Evergreen Park bank robbed By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter The FBI continues to investigate a robbery last Friday of an Evergreen Park bank. The incident occurred at about 3 p.m. when a man in his late 20s or early 30s robbed the BMO Harris Bank branch at 9950 S. Kedzie Ave., according to the FBI’s BanditTrackerChicago website. The man was described as black, 6-foot to 6-foot-1, with a thin build and a birthmark on his forehead above his right eye. He was wearing a black or burgundy jacket and a black skullcap when he robbed the bank, according to the FBI. The FBI does not believe the robbery is connected to an attempted bank robbery that took place about 30 minutes earlier at Suburban Bank & Trust, 9901 Western Ave., which is about a mile away. The Evergreen Park robbery comes about two months after an attempted robbery Jan. 13 of the Evergreen branch of U.S. Bank at 2917 W. 95th St., which also remains under investigation by the FBI. Anyone with information about any of the incidents is asked to call the Chicago office of the FBI at 312-421-6700.

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Burning through this book Magician Kevin Kelly’s magic book was a little on the hot side as he performed at the Breakfast With the Bunny event at the Community Center in Palos Hills on Saturday. A few minutes after Kelly’s performance, several kids made thousands of eggs disappear during the community’s Egg Hunt. For more photos, see page 4. FBI photo

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insurance and speeding March 21 after he was stopped at 102nd Street and Southwest Highway, Briana Kerr, 23, of Chicago, police said. was charged with driving on a suspended license and failure to wear a seat belt March 18 after a stop at 107th Street and Oak Park Avenue, police said. Joseph K. Berhanu, 43, of Chicago, was charged with possession Michael J. Vandrunen, 41, of of marijuana and driving on a Chicago Ridge, was charged with suspended license March 13 after damage to property March 18 fol- a stop in the 2600 block of 87th lowing an incident in the 9800 Street, police said. block of Nottingham Avenue, police said. Joshua R. Thomas, 38, of Crestwood, was charged with driving Shawn A. Robinson, 36, of Blue on a suspended license March 13 Island, was charged with driving after he was stopped at 87th Street on a suspended license and failure and Western Avenue, police said. to wear a seat belt March 18 after he was stopped at 103rd Street George A. Simoulis, 37, of Des and Southwest Highway, police Plaines, was charged with possaid. He also was arrested on two session of controlled substance Cook County warrants for traffic March 14 after being stopped offenses, police said. in the 2400 block of 91st Street, police said. Mark Losos, 38, of Oak Forest, was charged with drunken Marquita L. Moore, 31, of Chidriving, failure to reduce speed cago, was charged with driving to avoid an accident, improper on a suspended license March 16 overtaking on the roadway and following a stop at 95th Street and no insurance after a March 19 Spaulding Avenue, police said. stop at 103rd Street and Harlem Avenue, police said. Thomas P. Badie, 34, of Oak Lawn, was charged with posAikera Williams, 23, of Chicago, session of marijuana and drug was charged with driving on a equipment March 17 after he suspended license, no insurance was stopped at 95th Street and and failure to wear a seat belt Western Avenue, police said. March 20 after being stopped at 101st Street and Ridgeland AvLatisha L. Wilson, 35, of Chienue, police said. cago, was charged with driving on a suspended license March 17 Jahmecja Scott, 26, of Chicago, after a stop at 94th Street and was charged with driving on a sus- Western Avenue, police said. pended license and no insurance March 20 after a stop in the 6500 Charron S. Overton, 37, of block of 95th Street, police said. Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license Deandre Spraggins, 31, of March 18 after being stopped at Markham, was charged with driv- 95th Street and Fairfield Avenue, ing on a suspended license March police said. 21 following a stop at 101st and Ridgeland Avenue, police said. Jacob L. Morales, 32, of Chicago, was charged with driving Adwan Mohammad, 22, of Oak on a suspended license March 19 Lawn, was charged with posses- after a stop at 93rd Street and sion of a controlled substance, no California Avenue, police said.

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Oak Lawn Several guitars, a handgun, a rifle and hand tools with a estimated valued of $4,400 were reported stolen between Jan. 28 and March 12 from a unit in the mobile home park, 9001 S. Cicero Ave. William J. Strenk, 48, of Blue Island, was charged with disorderly conduct March 14 after a disturbance at Midway Liquor, 9030 S. Cicero Ave., police said. Antonio J.T. Grossi, 29, of Chicago Ridge, was charged with drunken driving, no insurance and failure to stop at the crosswalk March 14 after a stop at Southwest Highway and McVicker Avenue, police said. A catalytic convertor was reported stolen March 15 from a car in the 9500 block of Kolmar Avenue, police said. Mary T. Baxter, 52, of Oak Lawn, was charged with disorderly conduct March 15 following a disturbance at an apartment in the 4400 block of 111th Street, police said. An Oak Lawn man told police that he was attacked March 15 by three men after exiting Starbucks, 6768 W. 95th St. Brian K. Mitchell, 35, of Joliet, was charged with burglary March 15 after allegedly stealing $5,800 worth of prime rib from Stampede Meats, 10841 S. Central Ave., police said. Nicholas L. LaPorte, 31, of Oak Lawn, was charged with battery following a March 16 disturbance at Speedway Gas Station, 6030 W. 95th St., police said.

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A catalytic convertor was reported stolen March 17-18 from a car in the 9200 block of Cicero Patricia A. Jordan, 26, of Avenue, police said. Lynwood, was charged with Laprecious J. Davis, 19, of Chiretail theft March 18 after allegedly stealing merchandise cago, was charged with battery from Jewel-Osco, 9528 Roberts March 18 after a disturbance at Parkland Preparatory Academy, Road, police said. 8901 S. 52nd Ave., police said. Mousa Y. Jaber, 28, of Chicago Ridge, was charged with possession of marijuana March 19 after a stop in the 8600 block Daniel Grannes, 43, of Chicaof 95th Street, police said. go, was charged with trespassing Christina M. Greenberg, 38, March 19 after he refused to leave of Oak Lawn, was charged with the Valley Inn, 8300 W. 107th St., retail theft March 21 after alleg- police said. edly stealing merchandise from Jewel-Osco, 9538 Roberts Road, police said.

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Worth Travis W. Musilek, 29, of Worth, was charged with domestic battery March 15 after a disturbance in the 7200 block of Southwest Highway, police said. Belal M. Aimatari, 20, of Chi-

cago Ridge, was charged with driving without a valid license and speeding March 18 following a stop in the 6600 block of 107th Street, police said. Manuel Castro, 20, of Alsip, was charged with battery March 21 following an incident in the 6900 block of 107th Street, police said. Area police departments Chicago Ridge 425-7831 Evergreen Park 422-2142 Hickory Hills 598-4900 Oak Lawn 499-7722 Palos Hills 598-2272 Worth 448-3979

New Palos Hills recreation boss ready to work at a ‘real impressive place’ By Michael Gilbert Correspondent The superintendent of parks and recreation for the Village of Willowbrook has been tabbed as Palos Hills’ new resource and recreation commissioner. City officials last Thursday unanimously approved Mayor Gerald Bennett’s recommendation to hire Kristin Violante to the position that has been vacant since the resignation of Mary Jo Vincent in December. Violante, of Willow Springs, has held the part-time position with Willowbrook since April 2011. She was selected from a pool of 28 candidates with some coming from outside of Illinois, Bennett said. Violante’s annual salary will be approximately $76,000, the mayor said. “I think we’ve got a pretty good employee,” Bennett said of Violante following the meeting. “Alderman [Pauline] Stratton also sat in on the interviews and after the last interview we had with [Violante] I turned to her to ask what she thought of all the candidates and she said Kristin was No. 1. “Kristin has an incredible outgoing personality which is one of the things the City Council was looking for. I think she will be a great fit for us.” Violante’s first day with Palos Hills will be April 6. “I’m really excited and think there is a lot of opportunity for me here,” Violante said. “I work in a smaller village right now and was looking for a new challenge so I went ahead and applied. After meeting with Mayor Bennett I thought it was a real impressive place to continue my career.” Community outreach is one aspect of Violante’s job in Willowbrook that she plans on continuing in Palos Hills. She said she enjoys meeting with business owners to discuss possibly sponsoring an upcoming special event. “It’s a great opportunity for businesses to get involved and find out more about the city,” Violante said of sponsoring special events. “Willowbrook doesn’t have a large tax base so in order to provide some of the quality programs that I wanted to do I needed to go out into the community and get sponsorships.” While Bennett said Palos Hills already has several sponsors for events like Friendship Fest, he noted that “there is always room

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Kristin Violante (left), the new resource and recreation commissioner for Palos Hills, chats with Alderman Marty Kleefisch and Mayor Gerald Bennett following the council meeting Thursday. for more.” “I look forward to working with you in this exciting new adventure of taking the department to even higher standards than it is at now,” Bennett told Violante moments after the council approved her hiring. Violante received a Bachelors of Science in Recreation and Park Administration from Indiana University. She previously worked at the Burr Ridge Park District and started her career as a full-time employee at the Rolling Meadowsbased Northwest Special Recreation Association.

ing them that smart meters are coming to their neighborhood. The homeowner will also receive a phone from ComEd roughly one week prior to the installation, O’Toole said. All ComEd employees will wear identification badges as well as the ComEd uniform and hard hat, O’Toole said. They will knock on the door to alert the resident of the meter switch, but if no one is home they will continue on with the installation. Once a smart meter has been installed at a residence, the homeowner can go online to www.ComEd. com/SmartMeter to access hourly, Smart meters are coming daily and monthly energy usage. In other news, Rich O’Toole, of Residents will also be able to view Commonwealth Edison, addressed their projected energy usage for a city officials during the committee bill period. meeting to notify them that startIt is unlikely residents will expeing in the end of May the energy rience a loss of power during the service provider will have workers in switch, but O’Toole said ComEd Palos Hills switching the old, analog tells homeowners they “may expemeters with digital “smart meters.” rience a brief interruption to their The southern portion of Palos electric service for around 10 minHills will undergo the switch first utes” while the new meter is being with the entire town converted by installed. the end of next year, O’Toole said. Residents have the option to reSmart meters do not have dials, fuse the smart meter installation by instead they have digital displays calling ComEd at 866-368-8326, but that show usage and operational they will be charged $21.53 a month data. The new meters automati- to offset staff and equipment costs cally send daily usage information associated with the analog meters, to ComEd versus monthly manual O’Toole said. However, that refusal readings at one’s property, O’Toole will only be temporary as the Ilsaid. linois Commerce Commission has One month prior to installation already ruled that all homeowners in a particular area, ComEd will must switch over to the new meters send a letter to homeowners alert- by 2022.

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A bus ride turned into a battery arrest March 18 for a Worth man who allegedly attacked the driver, police said. William J. Swan, 27, was charged with aggravated battery after hitting the driver of a Pace bus near 107th Street and Harlem Avenue at 1:40 p.m., according to reports. The driver told police he was driving southwest on Southwest Highway with Swan—the sole passenger—seated in the rear in of the bus. Swan began to yell, “Stop the bus you stupid ass,”

the driver told police. The driver looked in the rearview mirror and saw Swan walking toward him. When he reached the front of the bus, Swan struck the driver three times in the head with his fist, police said The driver was unable to defend himself because he had to keep his hands on the steering wheel. He said Swan returned to the back of the bus, but turned around and walked toward him again. The driver was able to pull

over and stop. Swan told him, “I’m going to kick your ass” and hit him twice more in the head. He then walked toward the back of the bus exited the rear door and fled on 107th Street. He was later picked up by Chicago Ridge police and was positively identified by the driver. The driver told police he was shaken up but did not require medical attention. He was later treated by paramedics and taken to Palos Community Hospital for evaluation, according to reports. —Bob Rakow

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A Posen man was ruled intoxicated early Saturday morning when he crashed his car into the front of a house in Chicago Ridge, police said. Ryan D. Arvanites, 27, was charged with felony aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, driving on a revoked license and five other traffic citations after his 2012 Ford Fusion struck a house in the 10600 of Austin Avenue at 3 a.m., according to reports. Arvanites was driving at a high speed before the vehicle struck the residence, according to reports. Neither the occupants of the car nor the residents of the home were injured, but there was significant damage to the house. —Bob Rakow

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Julie Andrews deserves the booby prize for this movie It’s the 50th anniversary of “The Sound of Music.’’ Lady Ga Ga dropped her goofball act for a few minutes during the Academy Awards to pay loving tribute to “Sound of Music” star Julie Andrews, a.k.a. Dame Julie Andrews, and later, the Dame received some more warmth from the academy. There are stories and TV specials galore about the iconic film because of its half-century status. Andrews’ role as Maria Von Trapp and her title role in the 1964 classic “Mary Poppins” launched her into a superstar and she became identified with an aura of goodness and wholesomeness. But in 1981, she was in a forgettable movie called “S.O.B.’’ Her husband, Blake Edwards, directed it. It was a satire about the movie world. I was in college at the time and thought it would be a smart movie to see.

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And toward the end of the film, we get to see a topless scene with…Dame Julie Andrews. There are just some things that don’t seem right. You don’t want the Pope getting a DUI. You don’t want to hear Mother Theresa swearing and seeing her spit on a homeless guy. And you most certainly don’t want to see what pops out of Mary Poppins’ bra. It’s just not right. Andrews wanted to shed her

squeaky-clean image. I thought it was a poor career choice, right up there with Florence Henderson – a.k.a. Carol Brady – playing a drunken hooker in “Shakes the Clown.’’ Andrews’ cupcake show ranks 24th in the “25 Grossest Nude Scenes in Movies” by complex. com. No. 1, by the way, is Kathy Bates skinny dipping in a hot tub in the 2002 film “About Schmidt.” I didn’t see that one, but it must be bad because it is five spots ahead of the grossest scene I’ve ever seen and that’s Borat wrestling with hefty manager. But I digress. Some actors and actresses do nude scenes before they make it big and a few of them actually regret it. This is a case where the Dame sounded like she was regretting the pure image that made her millions. So at age 45, she showed her spoonfulls of sugar. Luckily, it didn’t catch on.

While I still think it was a horrible career move, the 79-yearold can laugh it off and, darn it, I was laughing along with her. Last year, she appeared on the BBC’s “Graham Norton Show” and when she was asked if people tried to talk her out of it because she is Julie Andrews and she poopooed it and changed direction by adding “It can be cold in the studio.’’ One of the other guests on the show was Jonah Hill, who knows a little something about nudity in films as he was a star in “The Wolf of Wall Street.’’ They all had a bunch of laughs. Maybe I’m making too big of a deal out of this, but it just doesn’t seem right that Dame Julie showed her that her hills were alive in a major motion picture. Now, let’s get back to Flor- While there is a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the “Sound ence Henderson and “Shakes the of Music,” columnist Jeff Vorva remembers her career hiccup with a topless scene in the movie “S.O.B.’’ Clown”...

Worth trustee candidates hope to relieve economic headaches By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter Worth Trustee Mary Rhein didn’t hesitate Thursday night when asked about the village’s most significant priority. “Besides economic development, what issue do we have? We need tax revenue,” Rhein said during a candidate forum hosted by the Chicago Ridge Worth Chamber of Commerce. The other candidates at the forum, which was held at Worth Village Hall, did not disagree. In fact, economic development and improving the business climate were the issues most frequently brought up at the 90-minute forum, which attracted about 40 people. Six candidates are running for three seats on the village board. Incumbents Rhein, Pete Kats and Warren Soldan are joined on the April 7 ballot by challengers Kevin Ryan, Bruce LeBeau and Forrest Tucker. Tucker did not attend Thursday’s forum and passed on an opportunity to speak to The Reporter. The incumbents pointed to their experience as the primary reason to return them to the board. “The key is to listen, learn and lead,” said Rhein, a trustee since 2001. She recalled the financial cri-

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sis the village faced in 2009. The board was forced to make significant, unpopular cuts to restore the village’s cash reserve to 90 days, Rhein said. “Just because it’s in the budget doesn’t mean you have to spend it,” she said. Soldan, a lifelong resident of the village, was appointed to the board two years ago to fill Mayor Mary Warner’s trustee seat. He has served as the liaison to the police department during a time of transition in the department. “I think the biggest thing we’ve done is the new police chief we have,” Soldan said. Kats, also a Worth native, has served two terms on the board and stressed the amount of work that accompanies the job.

“It’s just a huge responsibility,” Kats said. “It’s an honor.” He added that voters should assess village progress over the past few years. If they’re not satisfied, they should not return him to office The two challengers who attended the forum both have records of community involvement. Ryan has lived in Worth for about a decade and first got involved during the financial crisis. He is a member of the library board as well as the village’s economic development commission. “We need to work together for what is in the best interests of the village,” Ryan said. LeBeau has lived in Worth for 25 years and also served a stint on the library board, which he

described as a “hands on” job. “They were days of blood sweat and tears,” LeBeau said. LeBeau said the village must work harder to invigorate the business community by involving more residents. “To me, it’s getting the word out. Let’s get everyone involved. You’ve got to go out and grab people. We have to get 111th Street going with the businesses we have,” LeBeau said. “You’ve got to get creative. We have to bring this town into the next 100 years. It’s a sleepy town. We need to wake it up a little bit.” Rhein said such initiatives are not always successful. She said hundreds of emails were sent out to encourage people to attend the candidate forum and only a small

number attended. “It’s not easy. It ‘s hard to rally people,” Rhein said. “We try our hardest.” LeBeau also disagreed with the other candidates on the presence of a medical marijuana dispensary on Harlem Avenue. “I think we can find better ways to bring business to the village,” he said. Other candidates said the clinic would benefit both patients and the community. “It definitely will benefit the people who need it the most,” Rhein said. “It will be beneficial to our town.” Ryan also supported the decision. “It will bring in some revenue to town,” he said. “I think it’s a great idea,” said

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Hand in the cookie jar? Naaaah... Chicago Ridge incumbant trustee candidate Don Badon sticks his hand in a jar to draw the order of speakers at the Chicago Ridge candidate’s forum last Wednesday while candidate Don Pratl and moderator Peter Granvill laugh it up. For more on the forum, see page 5.

CORRECTION In last week’s Reporter, it was reported that District 218 Trustee Don Pratl was the lone nay vote to approve in-house candidate Ty Harting and did not publicly comment about his vote. In fact, Pratl did comment about his vote to the board and pointed out that the hire did not meet with the community’s needs. “We asked the community for input and we should have used it,” Pratl said. “The community asked for a change and what we’re about to offer them is not a change at all.’’

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worry about new situations because that’s how we all grow. “I chose Harvard because they had a great education policy and film program,’’ he added. “And I also thought, ‘hey, I got into Harvard. It’s probably too expensive for my South Side bank account, but I probably should go anyways.’ The master’s program was only one year so I figured what the heck.’ ’’

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Warren Soldan Katz, who initially had concerns about the proposal. The future of Water’s Edge Golf Club was briefly discussed, and Rhein and Katz agreed that the village is doing all it can to make the course more profitable. “We are working diligently to make it work,” Katz said. “Unfortunately, the golf industry has gone down,” said Rhein, who added that the course faces significant competition from other municipal golf courses in the area. She added that the new company the village hired to manage the course has improved the situation, but nothing can change the fact that the village owes $6.1 in bond payments for the development of Water’s Edge. “It’s here to stay,” she said.

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Our Neighborhood

Palos Hills gets a jump on the Easter season

Kids dressed up in funny outfits to participate in the egg hunt.

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The Easter Bennett and Mayor Jerry Bunny, er, the Easter Bunny and Mayor Jerry Bennett get ready to start the egg hunt at Town Square Park.

A group of kids laugh at the antics of magician Kevin Kelly during the Breakfast With the Bunny Saturday at the Community Center in Palos Hills.

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Hundreds of kids made thousands of eggs disappear in mere minutes Saturday.

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By Mark Andrews

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

Compiled by Jeff Vorva

News and events from our archives.

Neckwear passed down a generation 50 years ago

From the March 25, 1965 issue The story: Reporter reporter Rose Urquiza was seriously hurt in a traffic accident in Oak Lawn. She suffered fractures in her shoulder, ribs and knee. The quote: “If you don’t take an interest, others will be expressing their views – and they might not be as good as yours.’’ – Senator Paul Simon imploring citizens to get involved in state government. Fun fact: According to the “Hitting the Heights” column by Ruth Joy, Cub Scout Kevin Ruppel was wearing the same neckerchief that his father wore 25 years ago.

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History of the World

From the March 29, 1990 issue The story: A 22-year-old Palos Hills man was trying to remove an outboard motor from a boat parked on the street and someone called the cops on him. He managed to elude police when he hid under a car, but a witness called the police and told them where he was hiding and they arrested the man and they charged him with theft. The quote: “I was not that good of a student. I didn’t have very good study habits,” – Bill Smith, who retired as District 126 superintendent after a 37-year career in education. Fun fact: Oak Lawn skater Chrissy Vanick was accepted for the Continental Ice Capades and had been touring with them all over the country. She bought a dog to take on tour with her that was small enough to fit into her purse.

It’s hard to swallow a bag of heroin, Einstein 10 years ago

From the March 24, 2005 issue The story: A Chicago man was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance by the Evergreen Park police after he tried to hide a bag in his mouth under his tongue and then tried to swallow the bag. He eventually spit the bag out and the cops found 1.1 grams of heroin in the bag. The quote: “We need to trim the fat from the budget and clean house.’’ Oak Lawn District 6 trustee candidate Beverly Ring. Fun fact: Both Brother Rice (IHSA Class AA) and St. Xavier University (NAIA Nationals) reached the quarterfinals of their respective tournaments but lost. Brother Rice was beaten by Glenbrook North 68-47 and SXU dropped a 67-57 decision to Carroll College.

March 26: ON THIS DATE in 1913, Dayton, Ohio, was almost destroyed when the Scioto, Miami and Muskingum rivers reached flood stage simultaneously. March 27: ON THIS DATE in 1794, President Washington and Congress authorized formation of the U.S. Navy. March 28: ON THIS DATE in 1939, the Spanish Civil War ended as Madrid fell to the forces of Francisco Franco. In 1979, the United States’ worst commercial nuclear accident occurred at the Three Mile Island power plant in Pennsylvania. March 29: ON THIS DATE in 1951, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were convicted of conspiracy to commit espionage. March 30: ON THIS DATE in 1867, U.S. Secretary of State William Seward reached a deal with Russia to purchase the territory of Alaska for $7.2 million. In 1981, President Reagan was shot outside a Washington hotel by John Hinckley Jr. Also wounded were press secretary James Brady and two others. March 31: ON THIS DATE in 1889, the Eiffel Tower opened, commemorating the centennial of the French Revolution. April 1: ON THIS DATE in 1789, the U.S. House of Representatives held its first full meeting, in New York City. In 1979, Iran proclaimed itself an Islamic republic following the fall of the U.S.-backed shah. Answer to last week’s question: This week in 1969, Golda Meir became Israel’s first female prime minister. This week’s question: In 1959, the Dalai Lama fled the Tibet region of China and was granted political asylum in what country? (Mark Andrews can be reached via e-mail at mlandrews@embarqmail.com.)

Thursday, March 26, 2015 The Reporter

Delivering a mess-age Chicago Ridge fire house CR candidates paint different pictures of the village with one calling it a ‘mess’ By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter Chicago Ridge trustees Dan Badon and Jack Lind took their customary seats behind the dais at village hall last WednesBadon day, joined by four challengers who would like a permanent seat at the table. Village Hall was the setting for a candidate’s forum, and the attendance—about 100 people— far exceeded Lind the number of residents who attend a typical village board meeting. Lind and Badon are joined on the April 7 ballot by Bill McFarland, a paid-on-call firefighter and a member of the Our Lady of the Ridge school board; Don Pratl, a former village trustee and member of the School District 218 board; Fran Coglianese, a former village employee; and Dave Conrad, a member of the Chicago Ridge Park Board. Voters will select three of the six candidates for four-year terms. Incumbent Mike Davies is not seeking re-election. The forum was sponsored by the Chicago Ridge Worth Chamber of Commerce, which sponsored a similar event for Worth trustee candidates on Thursday night. At times, the candidates painted very different pictures of Chicago Ridge. Pratl said a recent walk on 111th Street and Ridgeland Avenue opened his eyes to a troubled busiPratl ness district. “I was appalled. It’s just a mess. How will we ever attract new business when our business district is in decay, and how will we keep the few that are making money,” Pratl said. He added that he opposes the current administration’s decision to share a fire chief with Oak Lawn because it makes the community appear second rate. Pratl said he supports a transparency ordinance that would make important village documents easily accessible to residents. He added that he would summarize meetings on his blog and make sure plans to televise board meetings are

ultimately realized. McFarland, a longtime Chicago Ridge resident, stressed that he would bring his business and finance background to the McFarland village board. He added that village must do a better job communicating with residents, some who believe village board meetings are closed to the public, he said. He also criticized the appearance of the village and said action must be taken to drive more traffic through the business district. “Who do you trust with your tax dollars?” McFarland said during his closing remarks, adding that he’s running as an independent and not accepting donations for his campaign. “I’m an individual. I don’t want to owe a single person,” he said. Conrad, a 30-year resident of the village, stressed the need to maintain village services. “We definitely need our Conrad services back or improve our services,” he said. “That’s all we have. If we don’t have services in our village then we’re just going to run by the wayside.” He added that all of the candidates bring ideas and plans to the campaign “but sometimes you need new faces. Sometimes you need new ideas. Sometimes, when you’ve been on (the board) for so long, you need a new spark.” Coglianese, who worked in the village’s building and planning departments, called for greater transparency in the village Coglianese government but did not offer a plan for achieving that goal. She said the village needs to make wise decision in the development of the Yellow Truck Terminal and supported filling vacant positions, including those in the public works department. She added that a shortage of public works employees puts the village at risk if more than one emergency occurred simultaneously. “We have the worst streets,” she said. Lind, who is finishing his first term on the board, disagreed

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with the assessment of the village presented by some of the challengers. “I think the village is in good shape contrary to what I’ve heard,” said Lind, the former director of the public works department. He added that the challengers can propose “pie-in-sky” ideas for improving the village, but the ideas cost money. “We are on a bare bones budget,” Lind said, adding that the current board has worked hard to maintain existing programs. Despite tough financial times, the village negotiated contracts with several unions that represent village employees as well as a new deal to bring new Lake Michigan water to town via Oak Lawn at a minimal increase to residents, he said. “We’ve gotten a lot done,” he said. “I can’t stress enough, we’ve worked very hard,” she said. Badon, who was appointed to the board in 1996, also stressed experience and accomplishments. He said was seeking another term to help guide development of Yellow Truck Terminal. “I want to see this project get off the ground,” he said. “I think that’s going to put Chicago Ridge on the map.” He echoed Lind’s sentiments, saying that many of the ideas proposed by the four challengers “take money.” The six hopefuls spent about one hour answering questions submitted by audience members, which included their opinions on RidgeFest and the development of the Yellow Truck Terminal. Several of the challengers agreed that RidgeFest has grown too big. “It’s more of an inconvenience for the rest of the village,” said Conrad, who added that the fest has drawn too many out-of-town attendees over the past few years. “I’ve never been a big fan of RidgeFest either,” Pratl said. “Somewhere along the way, it got weird,” McFarland added, calling the fest “uncomfortable” and “out of control” in recent years. Badon called the fest “way too large,” and Lind—an original organizer of the event—said it is a “victim of its success.” “We get through it,” Lind said. “It has been a good situation for the village.” The candidates agreed for the most part that development of the truck terminal would benefit the village, but Pratl asked why more detailed plans for the land have not been discussed.

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Mayor Chuck Tokar, above, with scissors, cuts the ribbon for the reopening of the firehouse in Chicago Ridge. Fr. Wayne Svida, left, from Our Lady of the Ridge gives the blessing of Firehouse No. 1 in Chicago Ridge on Saturday. Chicago Ridge Mayor Chuck Tokar, below, speaks in front of an estimated crowd of 200 popel at the reopening of the original firehouse on the corner of 107th Street and Lombard Avenue.

No cat-astrophe in Worth: Board votes against neutering feral cats By Kelly White Correspondent Feral cats will not be spayed and neutered in Worth. The decision came March 17 when village officials voted 3-0 against the projected proposed by animal rights group, Triple R, earlier this month. Once cats are sprayed or neutered they do not wander as much around the neighborhood, Pamela Caddick, Triple R representative said, however, trustees disagreed. “I am very much against it,” Trustee Rich Dziedic said, “I understand there may be a problem with feral cats in general, not even necessarily in our community, but we have existed this long without spraying and neutering them that we don’t need to do it now.” Dziedic reported he has spoken with code enforcement who denies there is a feral cat problem in the village. “I would not want a colony of cats living next door to me and coming in my backyard and my garden,” he said. This service was offered by Triple R to no cost to the village. Funding for the services would have been provided to the animal activist group through donations. A resident who decides to care

for a colony of feral cats that have been sprayed or neutered could not exceed owning four cats, Trustee Mary Rhein said. “A person who agrees to own a feral cat or a colony of feral cats needs to be 100 percent responsible for them,” she said, “They need to provide so many things for these animals, food, water, housing and shelter. Are they going to change the water every day? Are they going to put fresh food out every day? And, if they don’t, will the cats then wander into neighbors’ yards looking for food?” The village cannot prohibit the feeding of pets outdoors, Mayor Mary Werner said. “You can’t convince every dog and cat owner in the village to feed their pets only indoors,” she said. “There are dog owners too who keep food and water bowls outside for their pets.” Leaving food outside can lead to much bigger problems than feral cats, Rhein said. “We have coyotes living and passing through nearby neighborhoods,” she said. “They are looking for food and harm small animals. I would not feed my own small dogs outside because I personally fear leaving food outside will attract coyotes.”

Werner stood alone on her argument in favor of Triple R but did not have a vote. Dziedic, Rhein and Kats voted nay on the proposed ordinance and Trustee Warren Soldon chose to abstain from voting. Two trustees were absent.

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Letters to the Editor Machine style politics

Dear editor: The school board elections in Chicago Ridge have definitely have taken a path to a new low. I am currently on the Chicago Ridge school board and have been for the last four years. I am also on the ballot for the coming election on April 7. Unfortunately, Ed Moody has decided that I do not belong on the board. He has approached at least five people in the village and told them that I should remove my name from the ballot. The consequences of keeping my name on the ballot would be negative comments on social media (comments that have already been made are untrue), negative articles in the newspaper and even protests where I work and at the Chicago Ridge School District. Through an intermediary he has used the Freedom of Information Act to get my personnel records at my job. There is nothing there for him to use. His threats have pushed two very valuable board members off the ballot. Nobody should be allowed to do that. I am not a person who takes threats well. I do not like being told what to do. My name is still on the ballot. The main reason I would not take my name off the ballot is it would mean that I had lied to every student I ever taught in Chicago Ridge, during the almost ten years that I taught there, about the meaning of our Constitutional rights. Students in my class learned that everyone has a right to be heard and that they have the right to fight for what they believe in. They were taught that if you did not vote you did not have the right to complain and that by voting they have a voice. If voting wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enough they had the right to run for office. I am still a citizen of Chicago Ridge, I still believe in what I taught my students and no one has the right to blackball me in my own town with lies and innuendo and make attempts to destroy me at my place of work. I cannot believe that anyone in the Ridge would tolerate machine-style politics. No one person should be allowed that have the kind of power that he is able to run around our town and tell people what they can and cannot do. I will not be cowed by a bully and you shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t either. Nancy Salzer Chicago Ridge

you consider that from 2006 to 2013, while Mr. Streit was your trustee, the village went from 100 firefighters to 75. Mr. Streit said the board reduced the number of police officers we have.Â Â In 2003, when I retired as the chief of patrol from our police department in 2003, we had 105 police officers.Â Today we have 107, the highest staffing level in our departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history. Mr. Streit said the board voted down his proposal to â&#x20AC;&#x153;step-up our police patrols.â&#x20AC;?Â Mr. Streit never proposed this to the board, nor did he speak with our police department about this it.Â In fact, had Mr. Streit consulted our department, he would have learned we were already doing stepped-up patrols and those patrols recently broke up a burglary ring. Mr. Streit said burglaries have increased 35 percent in Oak Lawn.Â We had 113 Burglaries in 2013, and 121 in 2014, an increase of 6.7 percent, not 35 percentÂ Mr. Streit conveniently left out other crimes that have actually decreased, like theft (down 8.9 percent) and battery (down 6.9 percent).Â I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sit idly by while he tears down our village for his own personal and political gain. Â Terry Vorderer 4th District Trustee Oak Lawn

In the end there were too many hexes with this Lexus My Lexus is dead. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been on been on life support for some time now. I only wish I had the good sense to pull the plug several hundred dollars ago. Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t say I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think about it, but I always held out hope that the next repair would be the last and that I could drive the car a little while longer. I enjoyed the carâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;an RX300 crossover vehicleâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and it certainly served its purpose. But when I look back over the three years that I owned the vehicle, it probably wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the best purchase. I bought it from a private seller, and we negotiated a pretty fair price. After all, the car was more than a decade old when I bought it. It had a lot of miles on it, to be sure, but high miles arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t supposed to matter on high-end cars. Maybe, maybe not. The previous owner was doing a lot of driving for work and wanted something more economical at the fuel pump. But Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never forget his wife insisting on a posing for a pho-

to with the car before I drove away. She seemed emotional. It was clear she really loved the car. I took that as a good sign. These are good, honest people, I thought. I never got the sense that they were relieved to dump the lemon on some poor chump. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think I was sold a lemon, but given the carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s age and mileage, maybe I should have gone in another direction. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll admit it; I liked the idea of driving of Lexusâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a luxury car. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve driven a Ford Escort, more than one Ford Focus, a Pontiac Grand Am, a Hyundai Sonata and Santa Fe (two of the best vehicles Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve owned) and a Pontiac Vibe. We briefly owned a van and a Ford Mustang that looked and sounded cool, but presented its fair share of problems until one day the tire came offâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;while my son was driving the car. The fact that he was driving back from a turnabout dance with his date and another couple in the car amuses me all these years later. He fails to see the humor. Luxury wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the only rea-

son we bought the Lexus. My wife and I wanted something to transport my elderly mother. She could easily enter and exit the roomy car with the occasional help of a step stool. It served that purpose, but when I look back, repair costs added up to the point where they got too close to the cost of the car. Never a good sign. Some were unavoidableâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;tires, a battery, brakesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;things that wear out over time. But transmission problems raised their ugly head, and I dropped $900 on exhaust work. The trouble is, that repair was done less than three months ago. Had I only known. I already had gotten my moneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth. It was time to step away. When the car started to misfire, tremble in neutral and have trouble accelerating, I knew I was looking at even bigger problems. My mechanic warned me about not throwing money at the problem, and he did the small stuff first, thinking heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d get lucky and avoid major work. Twice he appeared to have fixed it, and twice the car crawled back to the shop.

The B-Side by Bob Rakow Last week I got the call from my mechanic, who was working with a technician at a local Lexus dealership to determine the latest problem. The catalytic convertor and some other parts were shot. Parts and hours of labor would cost thousands of dollars. That was the death knell. My original plan was to hang onto the car another year or two. Let my daughter drive it when she gets her license in the summer. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s probably relieved. Now my hope is to sell it as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;mechanicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specialâ&#x20AC;? or for parts. I could always donate it to a veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s organizations and get a tax break. Who knows? There are plenty of auto enthusiasts out there who might be interested. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to recoup as much money as I can. At least the ongoing saga is over. No more phone calls from my mechanic that start with, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Are you sitting down?â&#x20AC;? I have one less thing to worry about. Then again, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m in the market for a used carâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;so if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking to unload a used Lexus...

CR trusteesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; health benefits irresponsible

Dear Editor: Government officials owe a responsibility to the taxpayers, not to themselves. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why it is disturbing to learn that Chicago Ridge village board trustees have given themselves, and their families, lifetime health benefits after serving only two terms. Under the village ordinance, if the trustee dies, the lifetime health benefits will continue for the spouse. We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget that these are part-time officials, too, who are paid $1,000 each month to attend two board meetings that last about one hour each. This is shocking especially since the nation now debates the high costs of healthcare and the challenges average families are facing in trying to obtain affordable healthcare. Rather than address the needs of the taxpayers, some past and present Chicago Ridge Village board members clearly have addressed their own needs. This kind of selfish public service needs to stop. Making some corrections These lifetime health insurDear Editor: My name is Terry Vorderer ance benefits come at a terribly high cost to public safety, and I am a Trustee on the the needs of our schools, and Oak Lawn Village Board. the need to improve our comÂ I am also a life-long Oak munity. Lawn resident, a retired Â Public service means member of the Oak Lawn â&#x20AC;&#x153;serving the public.â&#x20AC;? But in Police Department, and I Chicago Ridge with the some currently serve as the Police present and past board memLiaison to the village board. bers, it has become about I am writing to correct the personal gain. On April 7, outright lies, distortions, and 2015, we have an opportunity propaganda that my fellow to vote for two reform-mindTrustee, Bob Streit, has been ed, independent candidates spreading through newspaper who are committed to end stories, campaign mailings this lifetime health insurance and on his political blog.Â windfall for part-time elected Here are a few of the more officials. Fran Coglianese and recent ones: Dave Conrad will be your Mr. Streit said the board voice on the Chicago Ridge reduced the number of fireVillage Council. fighters we have.Â The truth Ed Moody is we hired two new firefightHighway Commissioner, ers in 2014 and now have 77.Â Worth Township This lie is made worse when

Show me the Caffe Mocha Vente â&#x20AC;Ś and letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s talk about race In one of my favorite movies,â&#x20AC;? Jerry Maguire, a cutthroat sports agent wakes up in the middle of the night and has an inspiration to craft a â&#x20AC;&#x153;mission statementâ&#x20AC;? that defines the moral and ethical way to manage athletes. Apparently, sports agents think first and foremost about money and profits, and not about the health of their athletes. Is any American business better? Well, maybe one. Last week, Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz had a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jerry Maguireâ&#x20AC;? moment.â&#x20AC;? Again. Schultz asked his 182,000 employees to â&#x20AC;&#x153;facilitate a conversationâ&#x20AC;? about race. The immediate reaction from the cynical American news media and the greedy â&#x20AC;&#x153;show me the moneyâ&#x20AC;? business world was relentless criticism that was abusive and unfair. It makes me wonder whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wrong with our world. A successful business person builds a brand based on ethical business

practices, but is unmercifully brutalized for suggesting that we make this a better world? Schultz had two prior â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jerry McGuireâ&#x20AC;? moments when he asked the public not to bring their guns into any of his 21,366 stores, and when he expressed support for same sex marriage. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wrong with safety, or treating other people with respect? Which led to his next thought: â&#x20AC;&#x153;What if we were to write â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Race Togetherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on every Starbucks cup and that facilitated a conversation between you and our customers?â&#x20AC;? Schultz asked. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And what if our customers, as a result of that, had a renewed level of understanding and sensitivity about the issue and they themselves would spread that to their own sphere of influence?â&#x20AC;? Schultz plastered the idea all over his companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.StarBucks.com. The truth is racism is still a major problem in America. We just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like to talk about it. I remember growing up

when major streets were racial dividing lines that you didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cross in Chicago if you were white, black or hispanic. There was a time when you could get beat up for the color of your skin. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been beaten up by black kids while hitch hiking on 79th Street to Rainbow Beach back in the 1969s. And that same year a white, off-duty Evergreen Park police officer grabbed me by my shoulder and dragged me two blocks to the bus stop yelling all the way there that he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t move there so people like me could ruin his neighborhood. He shoved me on the bus, heading east (instead of west where I lived). The sympathetic bus driver, who was black, didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t charge me for the ride. But the days of white flight and whole neighborhoods fleeing when a black family moved into your neighborhood seem to be gone. Today is not like the 1960s. We keep our racism close to the vest. (Go to my website at TheMediaOasis.com and read

The Grapevine By Ray Hanania my online book about racial problems in the 1960s called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Midnight Flight.â&#x20AC;?) People smile at each other, today, but the truth is we prefer to be among our own. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a bad thing. In reality, race and racism are still major issues and have expanded into â&#x20AC;&#x153;diversity,â&#x20AC;? to include ethnic, gender and religious differences, too. Ironically, although the mainstream media is hammering Schultz, the media is the worst practitioners of diversity. I applaud Schultz. Race and racism are still major problems in our world and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time someone started talking about it. But what really gets me is that people will pay more than $4 for coffees with fancy names, but they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t talk about race? Ray Hanania is an awardwinning former Chicago City Hall reporter, and media consultant. Reach him at rghanania@gmail.com.

What is the best part of Breakfast with the Easter Bunny? (Asked last Sunday at Incarnation School in Palos Heights) Photos by Joan Hadac

Serena Stahr, Oak Forest â&#x20AC;&#x201A;â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Seeing all the families come together and the children playing.â&#x20AC;?

Andrea Covert, Palos Heights â&#x20AC;&#x201A;â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Seeing all the little children dressed up in their cute Easter outfits.â&#x20AC;?

Amy Diesi, Worth â&#x20AC;&#x201A;â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The smiles and happy faces.â&#x20AC;?

Joe Diesi, Worth â&#x20AC;&#x201A;â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not cooking breakfast this morning.â&#x20AC;?

Janet Santoyo, Alsip â&#x20AC;&#x201A;â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The pancakes. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re delicious.â&#x20AC;?

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Thursday, March 26, 2015 The Reporter

St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Church “Loving God — Serving Others” 11007 S. 76th Ave., Worth 448-6555 www.stmarkworth.org Rev. Jay Trygstad, Pastor

Easter Sunday April 5th

Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church 9701 S. Melvina Ave, Oak Lawn (708) 424-1059

EXPERIENCE THE JOY OF EASTER! Palm Sunday, March 29 - 9:00 a.m. Maundy Thursday, April 2 - 7:00 p.m. Good Friday, April 3 - 3:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Easter Vigil, April 4 - 7:00 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 5 - 9:00 a.m.

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Palm Sunday, March 29 9:30 A.M.- Adult Sunday School 10:30 A.M. – Kingdom Kids Sunday School 10:45 A.M. - Worship Service

Palm Sunday, March 29 10:00 a.m. Service Maundy Thursday, April 2 7:30 p.m. - “The Twelve Seats at the Table”

Maundy Thursday, April 2 7:30 P.M. – Service and Communion

Good Friday, April 3 7:30 p.m. - Tenebrae Service Easter Sunday, April 5 9:00 a.m. - Easter Breakfast 10:00 a.m. - Easter Service

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Palm Sunday, March 29 at 9:30 a.m. Maundy Thursday, April 2 at 7 p.m.

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Trinity Evangelical Covenant Church Good Friday, April 3

Salem United Church of Christ

Joint Worship at Cavalry Lutheran Church 11249 S. Spaulding, Chicago

9230 S. Pulaski Road – Oak Lawn 12 p.m. Joint Worship at Mt. Zion Lutheran Church 10400 S. Kostner, Oak Lawn (708) 422-5111 7 p.m. Joint Worship at Cavalry Lutheran Church 11249 S. Spaulding, Chicago Rev. Dr. James R. Sandberg • Rev. Zachary Lovig Easter Vigil, April 4 at 8 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 5 at 9:30 a.m.

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St.Palm Damian Church Sunday, March 29

Palm Sunday, March 29 9:30 A.M.- Adult Sunday School 10:30 A.M. – Kingdom Kids Sunday School 10:45 A.M. - Worship Service

5300 W. 155th St.,a.m. Oak Forest, IL 60452 10:00 Service 708-687-1370 Maundy Thursday, April 2 www.stdamianchurch.org

United Church of Christ Peace Memorial Church Maundy Thursday, April 2

7:30 p.m. - “The Twelve Seats at the Table”

HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE 2015

7:30 P.M. – Service and Communion

10300Easter W. 131st Street, Palos Park Sunday, April 5 708-448-7833 10:30 A.M. – Kingdom Kids Sunday School 10:45www.pmcucc.org A.M. – Worship Service

ReconciliationSaturdays p.m. Good Friday,3:30 April 3 - 4:30 p.m.

7:30Holy p.m.Thursday, - Tenebrae Service April 2 Savior Divine Lutheran Church 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer 10040 S. 88th Ave., PalosApril Hills 5• 598-0700 Sunday, 7:30 p.m.Easter Celebration of the Lord’s Supper www.saviordivine.org 9:00 a.m. - Easter Breakfast Good Friday, April 3 Rev. Martin Pauschke 10:00 a.m. - Easter Service

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2015 EASTER SCHEDULE Palm Sunday, March 29 Distribution of Palms at all of the Masses Saturday 5:00 p.m. Sunday 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.

9230 S. Pulaski Road – Oak Lawn (708) 422-5111 Rev. Dr. James R. Sandberg • Rev. Zachary Lovig

ALL ARE WELCOME TO OUR CELEBRATIONS OF THE RISEN LORD

Celebrate the Last Supper of our Lord Come touch and see the Crown of Thorns

Bring a fresh flower to decorate the Living Cross, if you wish.

Trinity Evangelical Covenant Church

9717 S. Kostner Ave., Oak Lawn 423-9717 Rev. Steve Hoerger, Pastor

Maundy Thursday Service & Sedar Meal Thursday, April 2nd, 6:30 p.m.

Easter Sunday is April 5th Service at 10:00 a.m.

Easter Sunday, April 5 - With Communion 8:00 a.m. - Traditional Service 9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Contemporary Praise & Worship

A Service of Celebration & Communion

Oak Lawn Community Church 9000 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Lawn, Il Call for information (708) 599-4025

Good Friday, April 3 Children’s Event - Easter Egg Hunt 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 1:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.

Easter, April 5

10400 S. Kostner Ave., Oak Lawn (708) 423-6554

Easter Sunday, April 5 10:30 a.m. - Easter Service

Holy Service, Maundy Thursday, April 2 10:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.

12101 S. Harlem Avenue, Palos Heights (708) 448-0798 palosumchurch.com

Mt. Zion Lutheran Church

Good Friday, April 3 Noon Service

WORSHIP SCHEDULE FOR HOLY WEEK Palm Sunday with Palms - March 29 Serendipity Choir 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m.

Easter Sunday, April 5th 8:30 a.m. - Worship 9:30 a.m. - Community Easter Breakfast 10:30 a.m. - Worship 5:00 p.m. - REV Worship

www.mtzoaklawn.com

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9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer Palm Sunday, March 29 3:00 p.m. Living Stations of the Cross Service at 10:30 a.m. 7:30 p.m. Celebration of the Lord’s Passion Good Friday, April 3 Holy Saturday, Tenebrae Service atApril 7:30 4p.m. 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer Easter Sunday, April 5 1:00Service p.m. Blessing of Easter Baskets Festival of Resurrection at 9:30 a.m. 7:30 p.m. Easter MassMusic Holy Communion andVigil Special Easter Sunday Masses, April 5 6:45 a.m. Church 8:00 a.m. Church 9:30 a.m. Church 9:45 a.m. Fr. Shaw/Msgr. O’Day Halls 11:00 a.m. Church 11:15 a.m. Fr. Shaw/Msgr. O’Day Halls 12:30 p.m. Church

HOLY WEEK SERVICES

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Maundy Thursday, April 2 7:30 p.m. – The Lord’s Supper Good Friday, April 3 7:30 p.m. – Tennebrae Easter Sunday, April 5 “Christ Has Risen Indeed” 8:00 a.m. – Sunrise Service 8:30 a.m. – Easter Breakfast 9:30 a.m. – Easter Celebration Service with Brass Quintet

Holy Saturday, April 4 11:00 a.m., Easter Baskets Blessed 7:00 p.m., Easter Vigil Service Easter Sunday, April 5 Masses: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.

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Focus on Seniors

Church Corner

welcome. For more information, OAK LAWN Holy Week Services Set at call 422-8776. Smith Village to host Pilgrim Faith United Spring Vendor Fair, April 9 Church of Christ 55 and Up Smith Village, a continuing care Palm Sunday worship at Pil109th & Ridgeland Avenue, Chicago Ridge, IL Palos Hills residents 55 years retirement community at 2320 grim Faith United Church of www.ourladyoftheridge.org W. 113th Pl., Chicago, invites the and older meet from noon to 2 p.m. Christ, 9411 S. 51st Ave., Oak the second and fourth Wednesdays public to shop for novelty items Lawn will begin with a children’s at its spring vendor fair from 10 of each month at the Palos Hills palm processional at 9:30 a.m. Palm Sunday,Community March 29 Center, 8455 W. 103rd a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, April 9, Distribution of Palms at of the Masses St.allTickets for events must be Sunday, March 29. Children from in the Smith Village Community purchased one week in advance. the community are welcome to Saturday 5:00 p.m. Hall. includes musi- join the processional and should Sunday 7:30, 9:30Entertainment & 11:30 a.m. Featured items will include: cians, singers, luncheons, movies, be present by 9:15 a.m. Kym’s tabletop bean Holy bag Thursday, and April 2 A Maundy Thursday Tenebrae plays and bingo. dice games, mugs, Service at Pilgrim Faith will be 7:00 children’s p.m., Mass of the Last Supper toys, Usborne children’s held at 7 p.m. Thursday, April Adorationbooks, after Mass until Midnight Inspire Boutique’s sandals and Pinochle 2. A dramatic re-enactment of the Good Friday, 3 clothing, Covered in Chocolate April The Worth Senior Pinochle club last days of Jesus’ life, lights and treats and desserts, seeking new Group members. Member- candles will be extinguished as 3:00 p.m.Rosemary’s Stations of theisCross - Youth handmade cards yarnofdolls, ship & is Death free. Visit theLord group at the the story unfolds until the ser7:00 p.m.,and Liturgy the Passion of the Tastefully Simple spices and Worth Park District Terrace Centre, vice ends in quiet darkness. All Holy Saturday, AprilBeloit 4 packaged food goods, Lia Sophia 11500 Ave., every Monday 11:00 a.m., Easter Baskets Blessed jewelry, tapestries, Vikki wax and Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Easter3Vigil candles and handmade items p.m.Service Games begin at noon. Call created by the Smith Village 448-1181 Easter Sunday, April 5for information. Stitchery Club. Masses: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. For more information, call 773Meals on Wheels 474-7300. The Evergreen Park Office of CHICAGO

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Citizens’ Services offers a Meals on Wheels program for village The Double Nickel Plus Chorus residents 60 years and older meets at the Community Center, who are unable to prepare their 3450 W. 97th St. in Evergreen own meals. Meals are delivered Park, every Wednesday at 9:30 Monday through Friday. For more a.m. in Room 111. Newcomers are information, call 422-8776.

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are invited to share in the Last Supper. The Community Good Friday service at noon Friday, April 3, at Pilgrim Faith Church will include music, communion and reflections on Jesus’ love and death. Pilgrim Faith’s Easter worship will be at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 5, beginning with children decorating the cross with flowers. Easter Breakfast will be served at 10:30 a.m. is open to all with free will donations supporting the senior high mission trip. The church is handicapped accessible. The community is welcome at all services. For more information, call Rev. Peggy McClanahan at 422-4200.

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Visiting heroes

Three eighth grade students from St. Walter School -- Michelle Rodriguez, Elaina Miller, and Clark Woodard -- visited Hines V.A. Hospital recently.While they were there, the students visited members of the Blind Center, Spinal Cord Unit, ECU, and Residential Care Center.

LEGAL NOTICE

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

U.S. BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES I TRUST 2006-HE10, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-HE10 Plaintiff, -v.CHERYL DOLEZAL Defendants

CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.ROBERT J. MONAHAN AKA ROBERT MONAHAN, THE BRIARGATE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants

BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.ANDRES SOLIS, CLOISTER CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ANDRES SOLIS, IF ANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants

14 CH 9781 6440 PAMELA LANE UNIT #11 Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

14 CH 04095 4825 WEST 109TH STREET, UNIT 302 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 January 21, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 22, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 9, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 23, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

UNIT NUMBER 6440-11 IN THE BRIARGATE CONDOMINIUMS AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCELS OF REAL ESTATE: PART OF LOTS IN BRIARGATE APARTMENTS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF LOT 4 IN TOBEY’S SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AND ALSO PART OF LOTS IN BRIARGATE ADDITION, ALSO BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF LOT 4 IN TOBEY’S SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTH 1/2 OF AFORESAID SECTION 18; WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT ‘’B’’ TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED OCTOBER 18, 1993, AS DOCUMENT 93836170 AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.

BUILDING NO. 6 UNIT 302 IN CLOISTER CONDOMINIUM AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: LOTS ONE THROUGH 4 INCLUSIVE IN BEKTA AND O’MALLEYS CONSOLIDATION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT A TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM OWNERSHIP (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS DECLARATION) RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DEEDS OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. AS DOCUMENT NO. 25475180 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE DECLARATION.

Commonly known as 6440 PAMELA LANE UNIT #11, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

Commonly known as 4825 WEST 109TH STREET, UNIT 302, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Property Index No. 24-18-216-093-1059 (NEW), 24-18-216-078-0000 (OLD).

Property Index No. 24-16-409-051-1070.

13 CH 13608 10446 SOUTH 80TH COURT 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 May 27, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 14, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 24 IN LANSDOWNE’S HICKORY HILLS, A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH EAST 1/4 OF THE NORTH EAST 1/4 OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 12 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 10446 SOUTH 80TH COURT, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-223-015-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $291,313.58. 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, or a 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 and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F12050113. 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. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F12050113 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 13 CH 13608 TJSC#: 35-3050 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.

The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $22,498.61. 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, or a 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 and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g) (4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14050092.

The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $101,996.78. 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).

Adult Education Courses Scheduled to Take Place in School District 124 Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 will be holding Adult Education courses this spring at locations throughout the district. Participants can select from a variety of classes. Topics include Dance, Family Literacy, Fitness, Foreign Language, Health and Wellness, Personal Best, and Technology. Program details, including dates, times, locations, and fees, as well as a registration form can be found by visiting d124.org. For more information, call 423-0950. Courses will be held in the evening. The cost for these courses will vary between $5 and $25, depending on the class and schedule length. Two courses are being offered free of charge.

community members are invited to attend. Potential employers are also invited to register as participants. This is an opportunity to match jobs and internships positions with qualified personnel. MOUNT CARMEL Mount Carmel High School to Host Adult Spirituality Series Mount Carmel High School, 6410 Dane Ave., Chicago, will host a series on adult spirituality featuring guest speaker Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson. Part three of the series, “A Church to Call Home” takes place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 15. Attendance at the first two sessions is not required to attend subsequent sessions. Nelson-Johnson is the founder as well as creative and animating partner of Soul Play LLC, which can be found at soulplayonline. com. He is also resident theologian and animator of faith at Old St. Patrick’s Church. Dr. NelsonJohnson served on the faculty of the Loyola Academy Jesuit High School for eighteen years. He holds a master’s degree from the Institute of Pastoral Studies, Loyola University and a doctor of ministry degree from the University of St. Mary of the Lake. For more information, or to register for the program, go online to MCHS.org/spiritualityseries, or call Denise Carey at 773-324-1020, Ext 214, or email her at dcarey@ mchs.org. The event is free.

ST. LAURENCE Alumni Memorial Mass Being Planned at St. Laurence High School St. Laurence High School and its Office of Alumni Relations will host its annual solemn mass of remembrance, honoring deceased alumni of the school, at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, April 11, in the school library, 5556 W. 77th St. (77th Street and Central Avenue), Burbank. Fr. Norm Trela from St. Symphorosa Parish, and the school’s chaplain, will celebrate the Mass of the Resurrection. A wreathlaying ceremony will take place at the outdoor memorial, weather ST. PATRICIA permitting. Following the liturgy, St. Patricia Students Win snacks and refreshments will be Southside Catholic Confer- served. Family, friends, and relaence Christian Leadership tives of deceased alumni of St. Awards Laurence are welcome to attend Janie Gestautas and Zachary this liturgy. Vrbancic, eighth grade students For reservations call Ed Kozak at St. Patricia Grade School in in the Office of Alumni Relations Hickory Hills, were the 2014- at 458-6900. For more informa2015 recipients of the Southside tion, call 458-6900, Ext. 244. Catholic Conference Christian Leadership Award. STAGG HIGH SCHOOL Zachary and Janie submitted Stagg High School to Host essay about Christian leadership its Eighth Annual Charger and role models in sports to earn 5K Run/ Walk their awards. Stagg High School will hold its 8th Annual Charger 5K Run/ Walk GOVERNOR’S STATE at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 2. at the Governor’s State University school, 8015 W. 111th St., Palos to Sponsor Career and Intern- Hills. There will also be a chilship Fair dren’s dash for those 8 years old The Spring Career and Intern- and younger around the Charger ship Fair will be held Thursday, Track at 8:45 a.m. April 16, from 2 to 5 p.m., in CenRegistration for the Charger 5K ter for Performing Arts Lobby, is $30 for adults, $20 for students Hall of Governors and Engbretson and $8 for quarter mile youth Hall on the university’s main cam- dash. For online registration, vispus, 1 University Parkway, Uni- it stagg.d230.org/. All participants versity Park. The Spring Career registered before April 17 will be and Internship Fair at Governors guaranteed a commemorative race State University is a chance for shirt. Proceeds support the Stagg job seekers to meet with potential Community Wellness Coalition. employers and discover job and internship opportunities. SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE This event is free and open to Each year the South Suburban the public. For more information, College Foundation has an ancall 235-3974. nual spring gala, with all proceeds The Office of Career Services benefitting scholarship programs. at GSU is sponsoring the fair The SSCF is now seeking supfor people interested in jobs and port from local residents, friends internship opportunities in com- and partners for Showcase 2015: munications, technology, business Lighting the Path to Lifelong and public administration, crimi- Learning, to be held on April 24 nal justice, addiction studies, com- at Glenwoodie Golf Club, 19301 S. munity health, and related fields. State St., Glenwood. All proceeds Current students, alumni, and from this year’s event will benefit

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.

ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14050092 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 14 CH 9781 TJSC#: 35-2012

THE WIRBICKI LAW GROUP 33 WEST MONROE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 360-9455 Attorney File No. W13-1455 Attorney Code. 42463 Case Number: 14 CH 04095 TJSC#: 35-4455

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.

EVERGREEN PARK DISTRICT 124 Evergreen Park Elementary School Students Win Awards for Economic Posters Third, fourth, and fifth-graders in School District 124’s Project T.R.E.E. program for gifted students participated in a poster contest through Governors State University’s Office of Economic Education. Three students from District 124 were recognized for their submissions illustrating an economics concept of their choosing. Jacob Dwyer from Northwest Elementary School was awarded first place and will have his illustration appear in a statewide calendar. This marks the second consecutive year that Dwyer has been honored. Southwest Elementary School’s April Kirts and Southeast Elementary School’s Trevor Sebek received honorable mentions for their drawings. All three students will be recognized at a reception on May 7, 2015, at Governors State University where each will receive a gift card, book, and certificate. For more information on School District 124’s Project T.R.E.E. program, please visit www.d124.org.

SHE SNORES MORE THAN I DO, BUT I STILL LOVE MY HUMAN. — BANDIT adopted 11-26-09

college scholarships for returning adult students through the Foundation’s new Jane Ellen Stocker Adult Education Fund. Tickets are available for $125 each. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. and features an open bar and plated dinner, silent auction, dancing, and the music of The Connexion. Sponsorships are available at the following levels: $2,000 Platinum: establish scholarship, top sponsor signage and announced at event; $1,000 Gold: top sponsor signage and announced at event; $500 Silver: sponsor signage; and $300 Bronze: Sponsor Signage. With the cost of higher education on the rise and the level of state funding on the decline, students are finding it more and more difficult to afford a fulltime college education. The SSC Foundation’s support is often critical for students to begin or continue their college education. Individuals and local businesses can support this mission while marketing themselves to approximately 300 guests through tax-deductible sponsorships and auction gifts. Donations for this cause are fully tax deductible. VARIOUS HIGH SCHOOLS Lipinski Invites High School Students to Submit Artwork for 2015 Congressional Art Competition Rep. Daniel Lipinski (D-3) is accepting submissions from all high school students in the Third Congressional District for the 2015 Congressional Art Competition. The winning entry will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year, and the winner will receive two round-trip tickets to travel to Washington, D.C. in June for the exhibition opening. Runners-up will have their artwork prominently displayed in Congressman Lipinski’s offices for one year. All submissions must include student information and release form, which can be found online at lipinski.house.gov. The submission guidelines are as follows: All artwork must be two-dimensional. Each piece can be no larger than 28” x 28” x 4” including the frame. If the winning piece is not framed, the artist will be required to frame the artwork within the sizing guidelines. Artwork cannot weigh more than 15 pounds. Each entry must be completely original and may not violate any U.S. copyright laws. Winning artwork will be on display in Washington for one year and will not be available to be returned to the winner during that period. The accepted media for artwork are as follows: Paintings: oil, acrylics, watercolor, etc; Drawings: pastels, colored pencil, charcoal, ink, markers; Collage; Prints: lithographs, silk screen, block prints; Mixed Media: use of more than two media such as pencil, ink, watercolor, etc.; Computer-Generated Art; and Photography. All entries must be received at the Congressman’s District offices in Chicago (6245 S. Archer Ave.), Lockport (222 E. 9th St.), Oak Lawn (5309 W. 95th St.), or Orland Park (14700 S. Ravinia Ave.) by Friday, April 17. For more information, call the Congressman’s Chicago office at (312) 886-0481, or go online to lipinski.house.gov. The winning artist will be notified in early May.

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Moraine catalogs may go paperless By Kelly White Correspondent

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CC takes third in state in mock trial event The Chicago Christian High School mock trial team recently took third at the state meet, which was held at the University of Illinois School of Law in Champaign. After the first two competitions, individual awards were given to Mattie Mikitka (outstanding attorney), Madi DeJager (outstanding witness) and Eddie Hood (outstanding witness). The final match of the competition was against York and was led in the final match by attorneys Mattie Mikitka, Abby Haan, and Alyssa Rumbuc, and witnesses Madi DeJager and Jimmy Brady. Pictured are, left to right, Jack Haan, Abby Haan (Palos Heights), Li Zhang (Tinley Park), Mattie Mikitka (Orland Park), Madi DeJager (Alsip), Jimmy Brady (Palos Park), Anna Huisenga (Oak Lawn), Alyssa Rumbuc (Homewood), Meghan Trentz (Chicago), Neil Okuley, and Eddie Hood (Oak Lawn).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.JEFFREY M. THORNTON AKA JEFFREY THORNTON AKA JEFF M. THORNTON, SUSAN L. THORNTON AKA SUSAN THORNTON, BRIDGEVIEW BANK GROUP, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 8355 10108 SOUTH BUELL COURT Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 14, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 23, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 42 IN THE SECOND ADDITION TO C.A. PERSON’S SUBDIVISION, BEING A PART OF THE EAST 3/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 18, 1957 AS DOCUMENT NO. 17067856, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 10108 SOUTH BUELL COURT, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-09-315-031-0000.

Moraine Valley may be going paperless with its catalogs. The community college is in the process of transitioning its bi-yearly course catalog from paper to online. The online course catalog will be interactive where students will have the ability to register for classes directly from viewing them on the online catalog. Students will also be able to click on more information about the course. This will not be a PDF only course catalog, it will be very engaging and interactive, school officials said. “This will dramatically cut down the quantity on the printed paper catalogs,” Biology teacher and one of the Greening Your Curriculum Prairie Project workers, Michelle Zurawski said at last Wednesday’s board meeting. The college will continue to print the current catalogs on recycled paper. The college accepted a bid for the 2015-2017 course catalogs through Premier Graphics of Barrington, for 18,000 copies with a purchase price set at $32,229. However, if the college decides to go digital in the future, the paper catalogs will no longer be physically distributed to new

students with hopes for start of the 2018 school year. “This will eliminate the need for large print quantities, benefiting the environment” Zurawski said. The catalogs are used as a promotional publication for students that contain resource information about classes as well as information about the college. It is distributed to incoming students for a two-year cycle before reprinting. “Paperless is the way to go,” Zurawski said. The GYC PP is a multiple semester and interdisciplinary program of study. Any Moraine Valley faculty member is eligible to participate. By participating, faculty members learn the multidimensional concept of sustainability and also how to apply that to the disciplines they teach. Sustainability at Moraine Valley began in the mid-1970s when the college, understanding the importance of natural resource preservation, set aside 40 acres of its campus to be preserved as a nature study area to use as a living learning lab. Zurawski, along with 80 other faculty members, have interwoven sustainability into their daily teachings in the classroom. Vice Chair, Joseph Murphy, agreed the transition from print to paperless is one beneficial for

both students and the environment. “I am very glad the college is going this route and I am looking forward to it in the near future,” he said. School board officials will be attending workshops over the 2015 summer, with hopes of an online catalog ready for the 2018 school year. However, as of yet, there is no official set date for the paperless transition.

Three students honored

Learning a second language paid off for three Moraine Valley students who were presented with the Excellence in French Award by the American Association of Teachers of French. Roberta Jacobowski, of Palos Park, Michelle Conte-Kelly, of Palos Hills, and Kathleen O’Leary of Willow Springs were awarded certificates and medals of excellence. The three students are enrolled in noncredit beginning and advanced conversational French classes at the college. “We are very proud of these girls for their studies and accomplishments,” Sandra Wagner, chairman of Moraine’s board of trustees, said. They were nominated by Alan Wax, an adjunct French instructor at the school.

Brother of Shepard teacher shares long cancer battle on St. Baldrick’s By Bob McParland High School Dist. 218 Despite 15 surgeries, chemotherapy, radiation and drug therapy, Shane O’Donoghue talked about hope at Shepard High School during the annual St. Baldrick’s Foundation assembly last week. “If there’s one thing that keeps cancer patients and their families going, it’s hope. We hope for better days of health, we hope for new research that can save our lives,” said O’Donoghue, the brother of Shepard teacher Colleen O’Donoghue. In a detailed account of his 14-year battle with melanoma, O’Donoghue explained the regimen of how doctors monitor his health. “Every three weeks I visit the doctor. I’m prodded and poked, they draw blood. It’s a tough

way to live. Thankfully there’s a lot of research going on right now,” he said. Although more than 2,000 people filled the Shepard gym, one could not guess the size of the crowd. Students sat rapt while O’Donoghue explained what it’s like to endure treatment and live with the uncertainty that accompanies cancer. His speech included an account of brain surgery: O’Donoghue lay awake as doctors talked with him during the procedure. “It was pretty freaky,” he said. Because the surgery involved the part of the brain that controls language function, O’Donoghue lost the ability to speak, read or write for months afterward. “I’ll never get back to normal, and never recover the same competence I had before my surgery,” said O’Donoghue,

who warned students to avoid tanning beds. Today, he continues to fight through stage 4 melanoma, with the hope that treatment and research will provide a cure. In the meantime, he expressed gratitude to organizations like St. Baldrick’s that fund the hunt for a remedy. Shepard raised more than $15,000 for St. Baldrick’s for the third straight year. For the sixth straight year, teacher Dustin DeFrates raised the most of any individual with more than $2,700, while the U.S. Air Force JROTC program collected the most of any team with more than $3,500. “I told them if they went over our goal that I would shave my head too. I’m very proud,” said senior aeronautical science instructor Major Dan Johnson before getting buzzed.

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An All-American Girl

Worth Junior High eighth grader, Farah Elhoumaidi took third place in U.S. Congressman Dan Lipinski’s 2015 All-American Boy and Girl Competition. Farah received this award as a result of submitting an essay describing why she is proud to be an American. The goal of the All-American Boy and Girl Competition is to identify and recognize young people who demonstrate a commitment to educational excellence and outstanding citizenship.

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The judgment amount was $139,709.47. 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.

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If this property is a condominium unit, or a 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 and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act.

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Bennett bash

Palos Hills Mayor Jerry Bennett (left photo) held a party for residents and VIPs on March 13 at the Belvidere Chateau and hundreds of people attended the festivities (right photo). The longtime mayor gave a speech about the positives in his town and introduced several dignitaries in the crowd.

Library Notes GREEN HILLS The Green Hills Public Library is located at 8611 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills. For more information, or to register for a program, call 5988446, or visit greenhillslibrary.org. April 1: The Green Hills Public Library Lego Club for children in kindergarten through fifth grade meets from 2:30 to 3:30, or from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Parents are asked to register for only one session. The library supplies the Legos

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-85CB, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-85CB, Plaintiff, -v.VINCENT KNEELAND, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC. AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE BANK, PARKVIEW TERRACE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 0821 8844 MOBILE AVE., UNIT 307 Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 1, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 20, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: UNIT 307 PARKING SPACE P-7 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS IN PARKVIEW TERRACE CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 25360637, IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 8844 MOBILE AVE., UNIT 307, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-05-100-029-1021 AND 2405-100-029-1029. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $140,692.90. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number 11-0821. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 Attorney File No. 11-0821 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 11 CH 0821 TJSC#: 35-4224 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.

and the participants supply the imagination and building skills. April 2: The experts at the Citizens Utility Board will show patrons how to clean up your electric, natural gas, and phone bills, putting real money back in their pockets at 7 p.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. Registration is required and available online. April 6: Drop-In Craft time will be from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. Patrons are invited to stop by the Activity Room to make some fun crafts!. The event is for all ages. No registration is required.

April 8: Arabic Story Time for children ages 3 to 5 will be held at 5 p.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. Children are invited to come to the library for some fun, as we share stories, songs, and flannel boards in Arabic and English. Registration is required and available online.

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

FIFTH THIRD BANK, AN OHIO BANKING CORPORATION, AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO FIFTH THIRD BANK, A MICHIGAN BANKING CORPORATION, A/K/A FIFTH THIRD BANK (CHICAGO) Plaintiff, -v.BARBARA C. BARTELS, HELEN T. SINKIEWICZ Defendants

FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.EDWARD J. CUTLER, NEIGHBORHOOD LENDING SERVICES, INC. Defendants

13 CH 23030 9720 S. AVERS 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 February 2, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 22, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 10 IN BLOCK 2 IN A.G. BRIGGS AND COMPANY’S CRAWFORD GARDENS 2ND ADDITION, BS OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 9720 S. AVERS AVENUE, Evergreen Park, IL 60805 Property Index No. 24-11-118-030. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $39,866.49. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: ERIC FELDMAN & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 123 W. MADISON ST., SUITE 1650, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 344-3529 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.

April 8: Green Team Time with Miss Emily for children 6 to 8 years old will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. Children can enjoy nature themed stories and activities. April 9: South Side Seniors can learn about the different

14 CH 15518 6438 W. 94TH PLACE Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 12, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 8, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 10 IN HENRY ROELFSEMA’S RIDGELAND AVENUE ADDITION NO. 3 A RESUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH 1/2 (EXCEPT THE WEST 164 FEET THEREOF) OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 6438 W. 94TH PLACE, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-06-433-006. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $172,519.81.

services and volunteer opportunities offered through PLOWS at 10 a.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. Registration is required and available online. April 9: The Green Hills Public Library is hosting a Spring Fling Party at 6 p.m. where patrons can come to the library to celebrate the return of spring. The party will feature spring crafts and activities. The party is for those 7 and older. Registration is required and limited to 30. Registration is available online. April 12 through 18: Green Hills Public Library will celebrate National Library Week. The library can take patrons anywhere they want to go. Patrons can learn about how the Library can help you by completing library-related tasks on a punch card. Complete at least five tasks to qualify for a drawing to win a prize. Cards will be available at the Information Desk starting Sunday, April 12. Patrons must turn in their completed punch card by 5 p.m. Saturday, April 18. April 13: Polish Story Time will be held at 10 a.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. Patrons are invited to come to the library for some fun, as staff shares stories, songs, and flannel boards in Polish and English. The program is for children ages 3 to 5 years old. Registration is required and available online. April 13: Mystic Drumz will perform the show The Legend of Marshmallow Island at 6 p.m. at the Green Hills Public Library. The show transports the audience (Continued on page 11)

CHICAGO RIDGE Chicago Ridge Mall Needs Volunteers to Build Red Cross First Aid Kits Chicago Ridge Mall is partnering with the American Red Cross of Chicago to host Be A Hero, an event where the community comes together and helps assemble first aid kits that will be donated to the American Red Cross of Chicago. Participants don’t need to signup, they can show up between 2 and 4 p.m. Saturday in Aldi Court at Chicago Ridge Mall, 95th Street and Ridgeland Avenue. For more information, call 499-0840. All volunteers will receive a thank you card with a Chick-fil-A gift card for a complimentary chicken sandwich. Chicago Ridge Mayor Charles Tokkar, local police officers and firefighters will be on-site to explain how support for the American Red Cross helps those in the Chicago Ridge community. Volunteers and event guests can have their picture taken with a local hero and explore the ins and outs of a police car!.Plus, kids may take part in a craft activities led by mall retailer Michaels. In addition to giving time, there are opportunities to donate to the Red Cross in collection canisters and online through Chicago Ridge Mall’s Red Cross page. OAK LAWN Johnson-Phelps Helps Others to Give the Gift of Life Johnson-Phelps VFW, 9514 S. 52nd Ave., Oak Lawn, is hosting their annual blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the post. To schedule an appointment, call LifeSource at 877-543-3768, or register online at lifesource.org, and use group code VFWSOR30. Appointments aren’t necessary, but are encouraged. Those donating blood are asked to stay hydrated and eat well. They will also need picture identification. All blood donors will receive a free breakfast prepared by the Ladies Auxiliary of the post. Volunteers Needed for Park Lawn’s Tag Days Park Lawn, 10833 S. Laporte Ave., Oak Lawn, will hold their Tag Days Fridays and Saturdays, April 3, 4, 17 and 18. Volunteers are needed for two-hour shifts at street intersections and store fronts in Chicago’s south suburbs to collect donations for Park Lawn. The event informs the local community about the work of Park Lawn, which provides programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. To volunteer, call Cynthia San Miguel at 425-6867, or email her at csanmiguel@ parklawn.com Safety vests, collection buckets and handouts with Park Lawn’s logo will be provided to all volunteers. Those unable to volunteer, and who would like to make a donation to Park Lawn, visit parklawn.com. Easter Bunny to Appear on Oak Lawn Village Green The Village of Oak Lawn is sponsoring their annual Easter Egg Roll on the Village Green, 94th Street and Cook Avenue, north of the Oak Lawn Library, Saturday. Three Easter Egg Hunts are planned for children ages preschool through fourth grade at 11:30 a.m., noon and 12:30 p.m. Parents can bring their cameras to take pictures of the children with the Easter Bunny in the gazebo. All children need to bring their own Easter basket to hunt. No pre-registration is required. WORTH Worth Police Lodge 143 Cooking Pancakes in Support of SWSRA Worth Police Local Lodge 143 will be cooking a pancake breakfast to support the South West Special Recreation Association. The association provides year round recreation programs for individuals with disabilities or special needs. The pancake breakfast will be held from 8 a.m. to noon, Sunday, April 12, at the Marrs-Meyer American Legion Post 991, 11001 S. Depot St., Worth. The admission cost is $5 for adults and children 12 and older, $3 for senior citizens and children 3 to 11, and children younger than 3 eat free. For more information, call Officer Cozzi at 448-3979. Applications for associate membership in the Worth Fraternal Order of Police will be available at the pancake breakfast.

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Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201, CHICAGO, IL 60606, (312) 3571125 Please refer calls to the sales department Please refer to file number 14-02915. 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.

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58 Stranded stuff 61 Hive workers? 63 Lasik ray? 65 Humor 66 Tease mercilessly 67 Always-open merchant 68 New York tribe Down 1 Take __ 2 Intimidates 3 Enjoy some Trident 4 Anthem preposition 5 Facial arc 6 Skin woe 7 Most like a guru 8 Avian cry 9 With “The,” 1971 bestseller about an evil twin 10 So far 11 Dutch town 12 Sitcom set in a garage 13 Japanese wrestler Sato 14 “__ we forget” 21 Greek consonant 23 Ancient city whose ruins are in modern Luxor 24 Wall St. debuts 25 Perfect (Answers on page 11)

26 Yellowish-brown 27 Land of the Minotaur 29 Get in position for the parade, as a band 30 Proton carriers 31 Rationed (out) 32 Amphitheater 34 “Arrested Development” narrator Howard 35 __ Miguel: Cozumel city 37 Confederate 38 Musical measure 40 Zap, in a way 46 Tint 47 Contract adverb 49 Put down 50 Custom 51 Test, in a way 52 Rhone feeder 53 Rose’s Broadway beau 54 Simple shelter 55 Prynne’s stigma 56 Holder of needles and such 58 Bit of derring-do 59 Granny 60 Qts. and pts. 62 C(tm)te d’Azur view 64 Ratio involving ht. and wt.

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Be prepared for those RMDs You might not think that 70 ½ represents any particular milestone. But when you do reach this age, you will have to make some decisions that affect an important aspect of your life — your retirement income. Here’s the background: Once you turn 70 ½, you will need to start taking withdrawals from your 401(k) or similar employersponsored retirement plan and from your traditional IRA (but not your Roth IRA). Actually, you will need to begin these withdrawals — known as “required minimum distributions” (RMDs) — by April 1 of the following year and continue taking them by December 31 each year after that. These RMDs are calculated by dividing your account balance at the end of the previous year by your life expectancy, as determined by IRS mortality tables. If your spouse is your sole beneficiary and is more than 10 years younger than you, you’d use a separate table. Don’t worry too much about the number crunching, though — your financial advisor generally can do the calculations for you. What you should concern yourself with, however, are the first two words of RMD: “required” and “minimum.” These words mean what they say. If you don’t take withdrawals, or if you withdraw less than you should, you could face a 50 percent penalty tax on the difference between

Social Security, earnings from employment, savings, etc.— your lifestyle choices, your estimated longevity, and so on. In any case, once you have arrived at an appropriate withdrawal rate, you’ll need to stick to that rate unless your circumstances change. If you have multiple IRAs, you’ll also face another decision, because, once you’ve calculated your total RMDs for the year, from all your IRAs, you can take what you withdrew and what that amount from one or more you should have withdrawn — of them. Depending on the inand then you’ll still have to take vestment mix of these individual out the required amount and pay IRAs, you may find it beneficial to taxes on the taxable portions of take the money from one account those withdrawals. So it’s a very and leave the others intact, to good idea to take your withdraw- potentially grow further. (If you als on time — and without “short- have multiple 401(k)s, though, changing” yourself. you will likely need to calculate Of course, you can certainly and withdraw the separate RMDs take more than the required mini- for each plan.) mum amount — but should you? Other issues are also involved The answer depends on whether with RMDs, so, when the time you need the money. But even approaches, consult with your tax if you have to take larger-than- and financial advisors. By studyminimum withdrawals, you’ll ing all your options before you want to be careful not to take begin taking these withdrawals, out more than you need — be- you should be able to maximize cause if you “over-withdraw” year their benefits. after year, you run the risk of outliving your resources. That’s Scott Johnson, CFP, is a finanwhy it’s so important, during the cial advisor with Edward Jones, early years of your retirement, to 8146 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, establish a sustainable withdrawal 974-1965. Edward Jones does not rate for your retirement accounts. provide legal advice. This article Your withdrawal rate will depend was written by Edward Jones for on a variety of factors, such as use by your local Edward Jones your other sources of income — financial advisor.

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The Summit Byline Bank is one of many Byline Banks that have changed names recently.

Macho Taco to open in Justice

Macho Taco, a new taqueria in Justice, kicked off its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week followed by two days of food giveaways. The restaurant opened to the public Monday, said John Campas, whose co-owners include John Manolis, John Toliopoulos and John Kampas. Campas knows a thing or two about the restaurant business. “Macho Taco will be my fourth restaurant,” he said. “I grew up in the restaurant business.” One of those was as the original owner of Cafe Miele in Orland Park. Campas said Macho Taco, located at 8350 S. Roberts Road, would be more than an ordinary taco restaurant. “Our meat will be charbroiled,” Following are the property transfers in the area, accord- Bank Amer to Yasin Taysir, 9958 Central Ave, he said. “All of the food will be ing to the latest report, as received from the Cook County $86,000; made from scratch with simple Recorder of Deeds Office. The Reporter Newspaper does Busch Patricia C to Mallek Mary C, 10004 Tripp ingredients, but each will be spenot attempt to correct errors made by that office. Ave, $140,000; cial. We will also use handmade Niewola Bozena S to Javier Eugene, 10904 Kil- corn tortillas.” Chicago Ridge patrick Ave, Unit #2A, $64,500; He said chef Jonathan Zara Bunchak Ruth A to Flores Juan P, 10737 Princess First Midwest Bk Tr to Ybarra John M, 9628 S goza, whose family owns the Ave, $163,000; Kolin Ave, $235,000; popular Birrieria Zaragoza at 4852 Deutsche Bank Natl Trust Co to Long Danny, Letourneau Peter to Letourneau Lisa T, 10808 S. Pulaski Road in Chicago, was 10657 S Oak Park Ave, $71,000; Lacrosse Ave, $120,000; brought in to help craft the menu. Creighton Mary Ellen Tr to Schippits Ronald F, Deutsche Bk Natl Trust Co Tr to Kingsguard The menu will consist of tacos, 11037 S Menard Ave, $169,000. Properties LLC, 9008 51st Ave, $93,500; burritos, bowls and homemade Cook County Sheriff to Sieverin Stephen, 4037 horchata along with craft beers Evergreen Park Fitzjames Walk, $33,000; from Bedford Park’s 5 Rabbits Newcastle W LLC to Chicago Title Land Trust Co Burke Patricia Ann to Macero Investments Inc, brewery and Day of the Dead Tr, 9100 S Sawyer Ave, $61,500; 9620 52nd Ave, $45,000; brewery in Mexico and margari Molenhouse Adeline L to Missio Luminaria LLC, Hartford Mary Lynn Tr to Vaci Mary Ellen, 10943 tas. 9241 S St. Louis Ave, $95,000; Jordan Dr, $149,000; Campas said eventually there Morrison Michael J to Olson Michael E, 9634 S Pohancek Ronald W Tr to Torres Gerardo L, 6763 will be some video gaming maAvers Ave, $294,500; W 87th Pl, $150,000. chines. “But our priority will be Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Renewd Homes the food,” he said. Inc, 2711 W 97th St, $106,000; Palos Hills He said he chose Justice be K&J Inv Grp LLC to House Robin S, 3101 W Glaz Robert J to Gharib Tarek M, 8508 W 107th cause “I thought there was a need 100th Pl, $245,000; St, $205,000; Olson Michael to Reynoso Ellen, 9744 S Millard Harmata Katarzyna to Stepien Stanislaw, 10162 for a taqueria in Justice.” Hours will be from 11 a.m. to Ave, $193,000; S 89th Ave, $192,000; Furczon Stanislaw to Kroll David R, 7214 W 95th First Midwest Bk Tr to Abed Aziz, 9151 Del Prado 9 p.m. Monday to Thursday and from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. on Friday St, $267,500. Dr, Unit #91511S, $150,000; Marquette Bk to Mireles Victor A, 9169 W Wind- and Saturday. For information, call 708-907Oak Lawn sor Dr, $240,000. 5890. Hood Janet M to Walters Andrew, 5640 W 103rd St, Unit #5640303, $85,000; Worth Metcalf Kimberly to Valentine Willie J, 9134 Pulaski Oblanis Eleanor to Walz Michael P, 6551 W 112th New name for Rd, Unit #1E9134, $72,000; Pl, $158,000; Archer Bank Cedar Equity LLC to Killen Melania P, 9740 49th Uher Roy A to Derwin Robert, 6444 W 112th St, All of those new Byline Bank Ave, $197,000; $235,000; Parker Rochelle to Drane Ceola, 4016 93rd Pl, Petrikova Emilia to Nowinski Pawel B, 7102 W signs that have been popping up on Archer Bank locations across Unit #4016D, $85,000; 107th St, Unit #3E, $74,500. the Southland do not mean the bank has been recently acquired by a new owner. That happened almost two years ago. Archer was one of a handful (Continued from page 10) their Nintendo DS, games, trad- come to Green Hills Public Liof banks that merged in June ing cards, books, and anything brary to do a science experiment to a magical world and introduces 2013 to form North Community them to the magic of music from else Pokémon that they would based on a favorite storybook. like to share and discuss. All ages Some experiments get messy, so various cultures. All ages are participants are asked to please welcome. Registration is required are welcome. SUDOKU Solution dress accordingly. No registration and limited to 90. Registration is April 16: The Magical Art of is required, but space is limited. available online. Problem Solving is the name of the The program will be held at 11 April 14: Green Hills Public program given by speaker and pro- a.m. for children ages 3 to 6 with Library presents its first Oscar fessional magician, Jeff Scanlan. caregiver, and at 12:30 p.m. for Film Fest of 2015 at 7 p.m. Pa- The program will be held at 7 p.m. children ages 7 to 10. trons can watch the 2014 Oscar at the Green Hills Public Library. April 20: Patrons of all ages nominated film, Birdman. Re- Scanlan believes problem solving freshments will be served and an is a skill that can be learned. He are invited to Drop-In Story Time AMC gift card will be raffled off at will show the audience how to being held at 10 a.m. at the Green the end of the night. Registration think creatively and to look at Hills Public Library. Participants is required and available online. problems (including financial dif- can come to the library for songs, ficulties) from a new perspective stories, and fun. No registration April 15: The Green Hills in a presentation that uses magic is required. Public Library Pokémon Club and critical thinking. Registration meets at 6 p.m. Pokémon fans is required and available online. can come to the Library to meet April 18: Science Saturday is and battle other Pokémon fans. Participants are asked to bring a chance for young scientists to

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St. Vincent de Paul holds grand opening for new thrift store

By Bob Bong Bank with assets of $2.4 billion. All of the partner banks kept their names on their buildings as the new company moved ahead under the ownership of the Metropolitan Bank Group. But a couple of weeks ago that all changed. Turns out to be part of a major rebranding of the bank group under a new name, for the group and all 91 branches. CEO Alberto Paracchini explained it all in a letter to customers, “For us, it means putting our name behind everything we do and working hard to help you, our customers, write your own story.” Except for maybe needing new checks at some point, it is supposed to be business as usual.

Ingredion completes acquisition of Penford

Ingredion Inc., a leading global provider of ingredient solutions to diversified industries, announced today that it has successfully completed the acquisition of Penford Corp., a U.S.-based leader in specialty ingredients for food and non-food applications. “This is a great opportunity for Ingredion. Penford’s expertise in potato starch, non-starch texturizers (hydrocolloids) and green solutions expands our capabilities to address growing consumer trends. Plus, their complementary portfolio of higher-value specialty ingredients will take us into new and profitable sectors. We are looking forward to a bright future together,” said Ilene Gordon, Ingredion chairman and CEO. “We will begin the integration immediately to capture synergies, provide a broader offering of higher-value specialty products to our customers around the world and continue to deliver shareholder value,” Gordon added. The integration is expected to generate annual cost synergies of at least $20 million, primarily from efficiencies in the areas of manufacturing, procurement,

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The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Chicago held a grand opening for its newest thrift store in Orland Park, 7010 W. 159th St. Grand e-opening celebrations were also held at two other recently remodeled store locations at 9321 S. Western Ave. in Chicago and Libertyville, 1125 S. Milwaukee Ave. featuring customer appreciation discounts and giveaways throughout the month of March. “We want our customers and donors to feel like they are part of the St. Vincent de Paul family. Every time someone volunteers, brings an item to donate or buys something, they are helping to prevent someone from slipping into poverty. It might even be someone they know.” said SVdP Chief Executive Officer James D. Lonergan in a news release. The store makeovers are part of an overall realignment of retail operations that includes improvements in donation collection and processing, merchandise displays and quality of goods presented for sale. New store features include wider shopping aisles, ADA compliant restrooms and dressing rooms, enhanced lighting, large ceiling suspended department signage, and wall mounted graphics representing the virtues and mission of the Society. Net proceeds from thrift store sales help provide financial support to 121 volunteer conferences, 44 food pantries, and emergency voucher programs throughout Cook and Lake counties. Last year, the emergency voucher program helped more than 1,000 people struggling with poverty with food, clothing and furniture valued at more than $30,000. Donations are always welcome, and there is a free furniture pickup service available by calling 773-779-6700. If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line at bobbong@hotmail.com. You can also catch up on Comings & Goings in other parts of the Southland at www.southlandbusinessnews.com and www. southlandsavvy.blogspot.com

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Now this is a sign of good communication Back Page My seven-year room.” Dustin said. old daughter, Do“But, we expanded nae, and I just our offering as a finished a Mommy workshop so teachand Me American ers could get CPDU Sign Language credit hours.” course! Upon Dustin That wasn›t the learning we weren’t official course title affiliated with their but that’s what we district through called it. any of those Balancing the means she smiled. needs of my two “How’d you hear little girls, Donae, about us?” Dustin and four-year old asked. “We don’t Rhonda-Rene, is By Claudia Parker get many people an ongoing chalfrom the commulenge. Donae’s nity. I guess they a bright, confident, theatrical, don’t know about us.” orator with an actual speaking “Oh, I can help with that.” I schedule. Rhonda-Rene’s a lov- thought to myself. I can’t stand it ing, happy-go-lucky free spirit when a good thing goes unnoticed. with minimal verbal ability due “My daughter’s elementary school to Childhood Apraxia of Speech principal, John Stanton gave me (CAS) caused by a mutation of the the information.” I told her. FOXP1 gene. Like many parents, Rhonda-Rene attends half-day my husband, Don, and I are faced preschool at Evergreen Park’s with balancing their unique needs Northwest Elementary in a Speto ensure each child develops at cial Education classroom. The entire their fullest potential. team of educators at NW have been Taking ASL classes was a great incredible about offering additional way for our family to bridge the support for her development. It’s disparities in our girls’ communi- a collaborative effort between the cation. Donae was able to learn the school district, private therapists fundamentals of a new language and Don and I to get this little girl while helping to teach Rhonda- everything she needs to thrive. Rene an alternative way to comThere are more than just children municate until she can become a and adults with disabilities benefitverbal communicator. ing from ASL. We concluded the nine-week Babies can gain an advantage in course March 17. It was offered language when taught to sign. I by the Eisenhower Cooperative taught Donae a collection of signs 5318 W. 135th Street, in Crestwood. when she was about six months We met once per week from 4:00 old. She gradually learned 50 signs to 5:30pm. It was only $20 for ev- from watching a Baby Einstein “My eryone in our household, but it’s First Signs” DVD regularly. free for Eisenhower Cooperative It proved remarkably useful. One and member district employees. evening she awoke in the middle Member districts include 125-128, of the night crying. I expected to 130, 132, 143, 143.5 and 228. shush her back to sleep, but instead, The class is co-taught by instruc- I found myself adding a layer over tors Mallory McGreehin, a Hear- her pajamas because she signed the ing Itinerant who goes from school word, “cold.” to school servicing deaf and hard At the time, she wasn’t able to of hearing students fully main- verbalize that word. I was grateful streamed in their home district and for having given her the ability to Stephanie Dustin, an interpreter communicate non-verbally before for the deaf. her expressive language developed. “Originally these courses were We discontinued signing once she for families of our student’s that began communicating verbally. Not were deaf or hard of hearing and that it’s required but having baour teachers with deaf and hard sic signing knowledge helped Doof hearing students in their class- nae and I comprehend during the

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Photo by Gene Sikora

GUEST WHATIZIT? We had some people score goals and a few had to visit the penalty box. Jim Cap’s photo was of a hockey puck and the clue also references to Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” which has a character named Puck. By the way, did you know Puck was also known as Robin Goodfellow? Sounds like a guy who steals shine boxes from the rich. Anyway, back to this puck, the first to light the lamp was Worth’s Theresa and George Rebersky. Others who got past the goalie were Worth’s Robert Solner, Jerry and Carol Janicki and E.J. Oahueke, Evergreen Park’s Henrietta Mysliwiec and Jan Merchantz, Chicago Ridge’s Dana Oswald and the Friday Night Ladies Poker and NHL Fan Club. Cap decided to submit a guess even though he took the picture. His guess is disqualified but we did find out that the man is actually from Palos Heights. We used to ID him from parts unknown. Now his parts are known. Incorrect answers were of a bottle of beer and a propane patio heater. For an amazing third week in a row, we have another guest step up to the plate with a submitted photo. Worth’s Gene Sikora provided this one from a recent trip to Oregon. The clue is that Geddy, Neil and Alex needed this to be remixed. Send those guesses to thereporter@comcast.net with WHATIZIT in the subject line by Monday night. Don’t forget your name and hometown.

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Donae Parker, left and instructor Stephanie Dustin pose after a sign-language class. ASL course. We really enjoyed it. It’s geared towards individuals who are beginning signers who want to further their knowledge in sign language. They also have an advanced signing course designed for a signer aiming to become more fluent. Donae and I aren’t quite ready for fluency. I’d get so nervous when our instructors would ask us to practice sentences; mine were in slow motion. Donae let me have it one day. “Mom, this is embarrassing. You’ve got to practice more.” She said. Agitated by her unintended insult I replied. “Excuse me? You’re signing at the same pace as me.” Undeterred by my rebuke, continuing to practice she blurted. “But, I’m seven.” McGreehin and Dustin did a great job keeping us engaged and giving equal attentiveness to everyone in the class. The structure is broken into pieces, there’s a short verbal/ signing lecture, group work, games and lots of on-the-spot practice. The course is offered twice annually, once in the spring and fall. Registration is handled online through the Eisenhower Cooperative website

www.eisencoop.org. Contact, Kristen Kozik 708-389-7580 extension 221 for more information. Donae began bonding with Rhonda-Rene while she was in my womb. Seemingly, at the most inopportune times, she’d come meddling with my pregnant belly. “Hello? Lil sister, are you in there? She’d ask. “If you can hear me, give a little kick.” It was like surefire magic because right on cue I’d feel those tiny feet kick. Donae would get such a rise out of that. “I’m going to be the best BIG sister ever.” She’d tell me. Don and I couldn’t be more proud of how Donae is handling being a big sister. She’s identified RhondaRene needs extra help. Instead of allowing herself to be bitter about the extra time and attention focused on Rhonda-Rene, she looks for ways to be involved. She said, “Mom, I’m glad we took this class. Now I know how to help my sister communicate better.” Claudia Parker is an Evergreen Park mother, author, runner whose columns appear the second and fourth Thursdays for the Reporter.

It’s a family affair at Schmaedeke Funeral Home At Schmaedeke Funeral Home, it is all about family. For more than 83 years and three generations of extended family, they have served the community. In the earlier days, Orville and Martha Schmaedeke served the rural community of Orland Park long before major developments and malls came to town. The year was 1932 and services were provided from the comfort of their own home atop a hill on Union Avenue when hospitality, compassion and understanding were common practice. Those early days set the precedent that every generation has followed. As the business grew to include a location in Worth, the second generation of the family emerged to work alongside Orville and Martha. Their son, Richard, joined his parents as part of the day-to-day operations.

After the passing of Orville, Richard and his wife, Janeen, worked alongside Martha as they carried on the family’s vision of service that began many years earlier. Over the years, Schmaedeke Funeral Home has been recognized in the community and in funeral service as a well-respected provider and a good neighbor. In June 2014, a changing of the guard took place. The Mintle family, the next generation of the extended family, purchased the business. Tom and Kara Mintle are no strangers to Schmaedeke Funeral Home or to the community. Tom worked alongside Dick and Janeen for nearly 10 years as a funeral director but more importantly as their son-in-law, continuing the family element that is so important to the business.

Kara has been around the funeral home for more than 30 years assisting in numerous ways over the years. She has firsthand exposure to what it means to serve others in their time of need. Together with their children, Tom and Kara bring a renewed sense of family, service, commitment and compassion to the day-to-day operations of the funeral home. Maintaining the reputation of the Schmaedeke family as well as being able to infuse who the Mintle family is very important to Tom and Kara. “As much as things will remain familiar to our community, we want them to see a change in the dynamic that a young family brings to the day-to-day operations,” Kara Mintle said. “ Our renewed level of attention to detail, the ability to listen to what others are saying and to be approachable to all is very impor-

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tant to us. We wish to be relevant and current in today’s day and age while continuing a level of service and understanding that families connect with.” She added that the family is committed to being the “one call” families make in their time of need. “Our hope is that our years of service, experience and compassion speak volumes about who we are. It is all about you, the family in need. It’s not about quotas, volume or benchmarks,” she said. The one change that has taken place as part of the ongoing transition to the next level of service is the consolidation of the former Orland Park location. All operations have been streamlined to the Worth location at 107th and Harlem Avenue. But the family will continue to honor its commitments to friends and neighbors in and around the

Orland Park community through the use of their churches and other local funeral homes. This will allow the family to continue to care for its clients with the same quality of care that has become synonymous with the Schmaedeke Funeral Home name. “Kara and I are overwhelmed and profoundly humbled by the many words of kindness and support that we have received from friends, neighbors and the greater community. We take very seriously our role in the community. We are not just a familiar building on the corner of 107th and Harlem Avenue, we are a part of the fabric of the community. We come from humble beginnings, and we stay true to who we are. Every day, we are reminded of where we came from, who we are and how we want to be remembered,” Tom Mintle said.

“We are no different than you. We live in the area, our children go to school in the area, we worship in our local church and we can be seen at the grocery store, gas station, or out and about at one of the many activities our kids are involved in just like your family,” he added. “We are on the bleachers cheering on our daughter at softball and at the baseball field cheering on our son. We can be found listening to our daughter’s band concert and numerous performances. We are rooted in what it means to be a family to be part of the community and being a good neighbor. “We look forward to getting to know you further and to being there for you in your time of need just as Orville, Martha, Dick and Janeen have been before us.” --Schmaedeke Funeral Home

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SPORTS

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Thursday, March 26, 2015 5, 2015

Ken Karrson, Sports Editor • sports@regionalpublishing.com

2015 BASEBALL SEASON PREVIEW

2015 SOFTBALL SEASON PREVIEW

SWING HERE’S THE INTO ACTION PITCH Photo by Jeff Vorva

Christian Bolhuis, the 2014 area Player of the Year, returns to lead Chicago Christian in 2015. He picked up his first win on Saturday.

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Dara Sanders will play an expanded role for Mother McAuley as the Mighty Macs seek a replacement for workhorse pitcher Jess Alberts, who graduated last spring.

Local teams ready to make some noise

Expect a high level of play here

Here’s a look at our area’s high school baseball teams as the 2015 season gets into full swing:

Here’s a look at our area’s high school softball teams as the 2015 season gets into full swing:

BROTHER RICE 2014 RECORD: 26-11 HEAD COACH: John McCarthy (69-41) ASSISTANT COACHES: Sean McBride, Danny O’Brien, Tim O’Connell • Who’s gone: Kevin Biondic, INF/P; Kevin Sullivan, INF; Ian McGinnis, P; Mike Enriquez, P; Brian Musielak, P/OF; Kyle Hilliard, C; Erich Lieser, OF. • Who’s back: Andrew Dyke, C/OF, Jr. (.383, .486 on-base pct., 44 hits, 34 RBI, 30 runs, 21 BBs, 11 extra-base hits, seven steals); Michael Massey, SS, Jr. (.333, .471 on-base pct., 36 hits, 28 runs, 17 RBI, 23 BBs, 18 steals, five doubles); Mike Schalasky, P/C/OF, Sr. (.295, .415 on-base pct., 13 hits, four extra-base hits, 11 RBI, six runs); Ryan Kutt, P, So. (5-2, 1.62 ERA, 27 Ks in 39 IP; .310, .473 on-base pct., six runs, five RBI). • Who’s new: Jack Nelligan, P, Jr.; Ryan King, 2B, So.; Jake Ridgway, OF/C, So.; Jack Guzek, P, So. • Outlook: Steady progress has been made under John McCarthy, so much so that the Crusaders could very well position themselves as a force within the Chicago Catholic League Blue this spring. Brother Rice more than held its own a year ago, winning 11 of 16 league contests and staying in the title chase most of the season. McCarthy’s clubs averaged 23 victories the past three

years, and there’s no reason to believe the 26 wins notched in 2014 can’t be equaled — or eclipsed. The Crusaders definitely lost some talent to graduation, including three key members of the pitching staff: all-area first-teamer Mike Enriquez (Lewis University), Brian Musielak (Concordia, Ill.) and Ian McGinnis (Illinois Wesleyan). Other notable departures include infielder Kevin Biondic (Maryland), infielder Kevin Sullivan (Middle Tennessee State), outfielder Erich Lieser (Illinois Wesleyan) and catcher Kyle Hilliard (Concordia, Wis.). With so many old faces having moved on, shouldn’t Rice be undergoing a bit of rebuilding? Well, it would be if guys such as Andrew Dyke, Michael Massey, Ryan Kutt and Mike Schalasky weren’t around to serve as cornerstones of the 2015 squad. Dyke is also a good football player, but he bypassed that sport last fall to concentrate on preparation for baseball and McCarthy expects that extra work to pay dividends. Dyke, who is coming off an All-Catholic League and all-area sophomore season, will shift from left to center field and provide Rice with a potent mix of speed and power. Massey, another all-area selection who has already committed to the University of Illinois, is capable of hitting to all fields with authority and probably the team’s premier base-stealing threat. A top-of-the-order guy in the lineup, Massey is blessed with a strong arm that will be put to good use at shortstop. Two other starters who return are Kutt and See BASEBALL, Page 3

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2014 RECORD: 14-16 HEAD COACH: Kevin Pittman • Who’s gone: Kaycee Pittman, Trisha Belgrave. • Who’s back: Sam Kubik OF/C, Sr. (.364, three HRs); Abbie Bulthuis, OF, Sr. (.322, 15 steals); Bre Vollan, 3B/P, Sr. (15 RBI); Christa Janowiak, INF/ OF, So.; Tori Skala, OF, Sr.; Stephanie Kuiper, INF, Sr.; Emily Vilendrer INF/ OF, Jr.; Madison Riemersma, OF, Jr. • Who’s new: Hannah Dieck, P/SS, Fr.; Jordan Dryfhout, C, Fr.; Bethany Regnerus, IF/P, Fr. • Outlook: The Knights will miss the production and leadership of Kaycee Pittman and Trisha Belgrave, who helped Chicago Christian claim a Class 3A regional championship last season. However, coach Kevin Pittman still brings back five starters from the 2014 squad, and they’ll team with three freshmen who are expected to step into the regular lineup. Sam Kubik, Abbie Bulthuis, Bre Vollan, Stephanie Kuiper and Tori Skala provide the veteran leadership while Hannah Dieck, Jordan Dryfout and

Bethany Regnerus are the highly touted newcomers. Pittman has pegged Dieck as his prospective No. 1 pitcher, but Vollan should also receive a fair amount of opportunities in the circle. Sophomore Christa Janowiak and juniors Madison Riemersma and Emily Vilendrer are other likely contributors for the Knights this spring. • Coach’s comments: “Having almost our entire infield, with the exception of Tricia Belgrave, back is a big plus as we head into the season. Sam Kubik was our best hitter last year and top home-run slugger, so we’re looking for her to have a really big year. We’re moving Abby Bulthuis to short while we work Bethany into the starting slot at second. “It’s [a] positive having three freshman starters because they’re all competitive and talented and we get to have them for four years. Hannah can’t take the mound every day, nor do I want her to so we have Bre at No. 2. She’s worked hard at this these past four years and I think she’s ready to take the next step forward. I expect this team to challenge for a [Metro Suburban] conference championship.” — Pittman See SOFTBALL, Page 5

Marist wrestlers ready for lights, camera, ‘Axiom’ By Claudia Parker Mother Nature has been wrestling with spring sports. On March 16, the Monday that officially kicked off the outdoor spring season, temperatures were in the 70s. Seven days later the mercury had plummeted and several inches of snow fell. So what will next Monday bring? Ryan Blake hopes the answer is several people into the Beverly Arts Center. That’s when the 2007 Marist alumnus will present his documentary on a winter sport — wrestling — at 7 p.m. Blake filmed the RedHawks’ 2013-14 team, which began the season on top and seemed destined to eventu-

ally challenge for a team state championship. “AXIOM” follows five seniors — Matt Sears, Josh Pruitt, Ethan Benoit, Josh Hickey and Tom Howell — in their pursuit of a trophy that narrowly eluded Marist’s grasp as the team settled for second place. To even get that far, though, the RedHawks had to battle through physical maladies and mental fatigue. Coach Brendan Heffernan, a 1999 Marist grad, took the losses hard but kept encouraging his athletes to maintain a positive attitude. Blake, who graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in film, understands the mindset of a wrestler, having competed in the sport himself. He

has also coached and continues to study wrestling through his work as a video editor at the National Collegiate Scouting Association, for which he makes sports-profile videos. “My education, love for the sport and work experience prepared me for shooting this documentary,” Blake said. “But it’s no doubt the biggest undertaking I’ve ever had professionally. “I’ve always had an interest in wrestling. I started in 6th grade and continued through college. After I graduated from college and moved back to Chicago, Marist’s head coach offered me a position. It was a natural fit.” Blake said to keep up morale during the 2013-14 season he cre-

ated several two-to-three-minute video clips and posted them on social media. “It was a nice way to showcase our talent,” he said. “Then a student, off the cuff, said, ’Just do a documentary.’ Great idea in theory, but it wasn’t as easy as it sounded.” Shouldn’t it have been a breeze for someone with Blake’s knowledge of the sport and technical training in film? Yes, but that wasn’t the primary roadblock. “It takes equipment, manpower and time — resources I didn’t have.” Blake said. “The goal was to raise $7,000. A lot of friends of Marist wrestling helped me raise $2,000 through an IndieGoGo account — it’s like a GoFundMe

but geared for film.” But that still left Blake $5,000 shy of his goal. That meant he had to streamline, something that still bothers him to a degree. “I had to scale back on equipment — fewer cameras, lights, lavmicrophones and cameramen,” he said. “Instead of being able to rent the equipment for the entire season, I had to shoot a few days at a time, return the equipment and re-rent it to preserve funds.” Blake said if he could do things over he’d pitch the idea to a few investors first. “I had six months of footage, Photo by Jeff Vorva but it took me a year-and-a-half Marist grad Ryan Blake will debut his to create my 90-minute film,” film, “AXIOM,” about the RedHawks’ 2013-14 wrestling team, Monday at

See AXIOM, Page 5 7 p.m. at the Beverly Arts Center.

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SXU SPORTS SUMMARY

Frank Greco was a second-team all-area selection for St. Laurence last season and is the Vikings’ staff ace in 2015.

Stuut a finalist for top NAIA honor Morgan Stuut’s basketball career at St. Xavier University is over, but the honors keep coming. For the third consecutive year Stuut was named to the 10-member NAIA Division II All-America team and along with it became one of four finalists for the national Player of the Year award. Stuut’s Cougars teammate, freshman Kara Krolicki, was among 35 players receiving All-America honorable mention, the first SXU freshman recognized since Stuut was during the 2011-12 campaign. In her final collegiate season Stuut was second in all of NAIA with 23 double-doubles, an effort that helped her average double figures in both scoring (16.4 points per game) and rebounding (12.3) for the year. Stuut, who became the Cougars’ career leader in both categories (2,327 points and 1,520 boards), augmented her primary stats with averages of 4.5 assists and 2.6 steals and ranked in the top 10 nationally in five categories: rebounds per game, total rebounds (431), offensive rebounds per game (4.6), defensive rebounds per game (7.7) and total assists (158). Stuut’s career rebound total is the second-highest in the history of Illinois women’s college basketball, trailing only the 1,590 boards grabbed by North Central College’s Brenda Sanders from 1979-83. *** Before all the national honors were handed out, the Cougars earned several distinctions from the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference. Most notable was Stuut being tabbed as Player of the Year for the third straight season. Krolicki was the CCAC Freshman of the Year and SXU boss Bob Hallberg its Coach of the Year.

MEN’S BASKETBALL

Senior guard Jack Krieger was one of 25 players selected as honorable-mention members of the NAIA Division II All-America team. Twenty-five athletes received that status while the first, second and third teams all consisted of 10 players. Krieger wrapped up his career at SXU by leading the CCAC in scoring average (22.4 points per game) and ranking second in 3-point field-goal percentage (43.4). The scoring average, built on overall 52 percent accuracy, was sixth overall in NAIA Division II. He also led SXU in rebounding by averaging 6.1 caroms a game while finishing second on the team in both assists (2.4 apg) and steals (1.0 spg). Krieger was chosen as one of 10 players to represent Division II in the annual NABC-NAIA men’s basketball All-Star game.

SOFTBALL

The Cougars continued to flourish behind stout pitching as they ran their season record to a glittering 19-2-1 on Saturday by sweeping a nonconference twinbill from Siena Heights (Mich.) University and winning both games by shutout. Junior Nicole Nonnemacher improved to 9-1 in the circle by striking out 16 and allowing just one hit and two walks in the opener, which SXU claimed by a 1-0 score when Shannon Lauret slammed an RBI double in the sixth. Amanda Hainlen had opened the frame by drawing a walk. Sophomore Callie Brown (91) was the victorious pitcher in Game 2 after throwing the first six innings on a yield of six hits and one walk while fanning four. Freshman Caroline Kuzel threw the final stanza in the 7-0 triumph. Some faulty Siena Heights defense aided the Cougars in the nightcap as two throwing errors led to a pair of first-inning runs and another miscue brought home two other markers in the sixth. In between Savannah Kinsella, Holly Hilden and Megan James (Marist) stroked RBI singles. SXU was scheduled to return to CCAC action this past Tuesday against Judson University. The Cougars had won their first four league encounters. *** Rebekah Ferguson racked up seven hits — five of them doubles — for the No. 7-ranked Cougars, who took both ends of a CCAC doubleheader from Roosevelt University, 8-7 and 9-5, last Thursday at the Ballpark in Rosemont. Ferguson’s offensive handiwork also included four RBI and four runs scored. SXU needed every bit of her help to down the Lakers in Game 1 as Roosevelt was within one at 7-6 entering the final inning after tallying twice in the bottom of the sixth. A

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Morgan Stuut

bases-loaded walk to Katie Sears in the seventh enabled the Cougars to stretch their lead out a bit and withstand an RBI triple during the Lakers’ last at-bat. Ferguson’s two-RBI double was part of a five-run SXU rally in the sixth. Kinsella also knocked in a pair of runs with her single. Nonnemacher notched the victory despite giving up six earned runs, eight hits and an uncharacteristically high eight free passes. She undid some of that damage with 14 strikeouts. The Cougars constructed a 9-1 advantage in the second game, using RBI hits from Sears (two-run double), Jessica Arebalo (triple), Sarah Saunders (double), Ferguson (two-run single) and Hainlen to inflict most of the harm. Brown was nicked for eight hits and all five runs off her were earned, but she still managed to pocket her eighth victory. *** Sears played a starring role for the Cougars last Tuesday versus CCAC rival Trinity Christian College as her five hits, three runs and two RBI helped SXU snare 5-0 and 12-0 triumphs. Sears went 3-for-4 with one run, Lauret chipped in two hits and two RBI and Ferguson finished with two hits — including a triple — one RBI and one run to propel the Cougars in the opener. Kinsella and Saunders both smacked run-scoring singles.

BASEBALL

Getting it done offensively, defensively and on the mound, the Cougars completed a three-game CCAC series with Cardinal Stritch University by whipping the Wolves 10-0 on Sunday at Richard R. Ferrell Field. The two teams had split a Saturday doubleheader. SXU (5-11, 3-5) used a 10-hit attack and the pitching duo of freshman Tyler Hebel and sophomore Jeremy Dryier (Shepard) to suppress Stritch. Together the duo silenced the Wolves on four hits while striking out six and issuing only one base-on-balls. Dryier contributed at the plate too with two hits and two runs. Declan Dennehy also had a pair of hits and two runs for the Cougars while Drey Devereaux picked up RBI with a single and bases-loaded walk in the eighth that invoked the mercy rule. Casey Papp (single) and Marist grad Bryan Polak (bases-filled hit by pitch) each had an RBI as well. Ryan Pellack’s two RBI, one of them coming on a double, boosted SXU to a 5-2 triumph in Game 2 on Saturday and allowed it to salvage a split for the day. The win came on the heels of a 2-1 extra-inning defeat. *** SXU also split a twinbill with Purdue University Calumet last Tuesday. As on Friday Game 2 was the Cougars’ favorite as they collected an 8-4 win after falling 5-2 in the opener.

VOLLEYBALL

Despite sophomore outside hitter Sean Barry’s team-best totals of eight kills and three service aces, the Cougars fell to defeat in straight sets versus Cardinal Stritch Friday night at the Shannon Center. The Wolves recorded a 25-18, 25-13, 25-21 win in the Great Lakes Conference match. Drew Hogan and Connor O’Ryan topped Judson with nine kills apiece. Also playing well for SXU (1014, 7-6) was setter Moises Lopez, who became the program’s all-time leader in assists after distributing eight. He entered the current week with 1,058 for his career, which surpassed the number Dan French passed out during the 2012 and 2013 seasons. The Cougars concluded their regular-season schedule this past Tuesday against Trinity International University. *** Sam Kull produced a matchhigh 18 kills and added three total blocks to carry the Cougars to 25-14, 25-18, 25-11 GLC triumph over Calumet College of St. Joseph last Tuesday. The victory highlighted Senior/Parent Night.

BASEBALL ROUNDUP

Crusaders pass early tests By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

You can choose the easy way or the hard way. The tendency to gamble is a little less in football, where a nine-game season and the need for playoff qualification must be considered. In a 35-game baseball campaign, however, there would seem to be little reason to duck the big boys. So John McCarthy didn’t. The Brother Rice coach wasted no time throwing obstacles in his guys’ path, beginning with last Wednesday’s season-opener against Whitney Young at Wheaton College. The Dolphins are annually one of the better baseball-playing contingents in the Chicago Public League, but they were unable to do much of consequence versus Rice, which pocketed a 4-0 victory. From there the Crusaders tangled with perennial East Suburban Catholic Conference power Joliet Catholic Academy and Lincoln-Way North, one of the southern suburbs’ up-and-coming programs. The Hilltoppers defeated Rice 10-3 on Friday, but the latter rebounded smartly to blank the Phoenix 6-0 on Saturday behind Mike Schalasky, who pitched six innings for the victory and also contributed an RBI single. While McCarthy was obviously thrilled to go 2-1 against such formidable opposition, the fourth-year leader viewed that more as a bonus. “Win or lose, we’re looking to build some confidence,” McCarthy said. “How do you react to facing some of the best teams in the state? We have a younger team, an inexperienced team, but I know we’re talented [so] we wanted to challenge them as soon as we could. Lincoln-Way North, which was one of the best squads in the Chicagoland area for much of the 2014 season, managed only four hits. Rice (2-1) had the same amount, but its cause was aided by eight walks, one hit batsman, five wild pitches and a passed ball, all of which figured in the Crusaders’ scoring. Sophomore Ryan Kutt drove in two runs for Rice with a single and sacrifice fly. Danny Paluch drew three walks, stole three bases and tallied three times. “We took advantage of every opportunity Lincoln-Way North gave us,” McCarthy said. “We competed very, very well.” *** Kutt took the pitching loss against JCA, but McCarthy wasn’t bothered by the performance, citing the Hilltoppers’ veteran lineup. “They did a good job of putting the ball in play,” he said. “I thought we swung the bats well, but we have to do the little things [better].” Schalasky and Michael Massey blasted solo homers for Rice in the second and third innings, respectively, and the locals scored a second time in the latter frame when Paluch tripled and Andrew Dyke chased him home with a sacrifice fly. *** The week started with Jack Nelligan handcuffing Young on three hits through six innings. Joe Preusser stroked two of Rice’s six hits, Schalasky tripled and Dyke hit safely once while driving in runs with a sacrifice fly in the third and bases-loaded free pass in the sixth.

OAK LAWN

Spartans coach Bill Gerny adopted a theory similar to McCarthy’s but without the same level of success. Oak Lawn did get the better of De La Salle last Wednesday by an 8-7 score, but that triumph was followed by setbacks against St. Rita (13-3) and Lyons Township (13-0), two of Illinois’ more storied baseball programs. One thing the Spartans can’t do is gift opponents the way they did the Mustangs at the outset. St. Rita shoved Oak Lawn into an immediate hole by erupting for eight runs despite stroking only two hits — the Mustangs’ first-inning rally was helped along by two Spartans miscues and too much out-ofthe-strike-zone pitching. *** The news had been much better on Wednesday as Patrick Slattery and Liam Blake boosted the Spartans past De La Salle. Both players had two hits and a pair of RBI on the afternoon, and they combined to supply the deciding run in the bottom of the seventh. The Meteors had wiped out a 7-4 deficit in the top of the stanza, and with darkness

descending Oak Lawn would get only one more at-bat before having to settle for what would have been an unsatisfying draw. But Slattery made sure there would be a happy ending as he singled his way aboard, stole second, got sacrificed to third and then raced home on Blake’s single. The latter had also driven in a teammate in the fourth while Slattery unloaded a two-RBI triple in the fifth. Roberts doubled home two runs for the Spartans in the sixth. *** Like St. Rita had done the day before, Lyons Township made the Spartans play from behind right away on Saturday as it plated five first-inning runs while generating just one hit. Two Oak Lawn errors paved the way for the uprising. “The [St. Rita and Lyons] scores seem a lot worse than they really were,” Gerny said. “We definitely beat ourselves. We gave them a lot. When you extend innings against fundamentally sound teams, they’re going to make you pay for it.”

MARIST

Kevin Sefcik’s debut as RedHawks coach couldn’t have been any more satisfying as his club rolled over Lincoln-Way Central 11-1 last Thursday. And what made opening day especially noteworthy was that one of the elements Marist used to romp past the Knights was something too often missing from the mix in 2014. After posting a team batting average slightly above .200 the year before, the RedHawks showed they have every intention of being a much greater offensive force as senior catcher Eric Hansen went 2-for-4 with a homer and Zach Sefcik, the coach’s son, also poked a pair of hits, one of which went for two bases. “We’re starting from scratch and I’ve been videotaping the kids a lot,” Sefcik said. “Some kids don’t understand until they see it. We’ve emphasized trying to put the ball in play and not strike out.

SHEPARD

Notorious for their slow starts to most baseball seasons, the Astros bucked that trend in a most impressive fashion last Thursday as they rode the combined one-hit pitching of Adam Gregory and Brett Smith to a 5-0 win over Illiana Christian. The duo fanned a dozen Vikings batters and walked only one between them. Gregory also made his presence felt at the plate as he garnered three RBI, two on a fifth-inning single. He drew a bases-filled free pass in the third. Other RBI people were Eric Horbach (single) and Bobby Peterka, who followed up Mark Albrecht’s sixth-inning double with one of his own. “That’s what you would expect to happen,” Shepard coach Frank DiFoggio said, referring to the heavy amount of input by his veteran players, three of whom — Albrecht, Peterka and Horbach — are beginning their fourth varsity season.

STAGG

Matt O’Neill believes the Chargers will “have the ability to score some more runs than in the past,” an assessment that held weight in last Thursday’s season-opener as Stagg erupted for six. The bad news for them was that Nazareth Academy plated nine to make off with a victory. Pitching is one of the Chargers’ bigger question marks at the moment as they have little in the way of experience and must sort through “a lot of guys who are the same [kind of] pitcher. We have to pitch to contact and give our defense a chance to pick it up.” That’s essentially what Mike Bibbiano did on Saturday versus Romeoville. Having only taken the mound sparingly as a junior and never before that in his high school career, Bibbiano managed to look like a seasoned vet as he threw five innings, struck out five and allowed one hit. “He surprised me with his ability to throw strikes,” O’Neill said after his club had secured a 4-3 triumph.

EVERGREEN PARK

Mark Martin has been an integral part of the Mustangs’ baseball operation since 2012, so it was perhaps appropriate that he assumed the starring role in Evergreen Park’s seasonopening 8-7 win over Bloomington on Friday. Martin stroked three hits to pace the of-

fense, two of them going for extra bases. He slammed a homer in the fifth. Had he done nothing more than that, Martin would have deserved accolades, but his impact on the contest didn’t stop there. The St. Xavier University-bound senior also dominated on the hill as he set eight batters down on third strikes. The Purple Raiders managed only two hits off him. However, Bloomington did fare well at other moments as it exchanged the lead with the Mustangs several times prior to the seventh stanza. Harold McClain’s single gave Evergreen a 1-0 edge in the third inning, but the Purple Raiders took advantage of a walk, passed ball and error in the fourth to race into the lead. The Mustangs eventually regained their footing, though, as JR Wazio and Brian Pall both smacked RBI singles. McClarin combined with Martin to produce seven hits and four RBI on Evergreen’s behalf.

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN

When it comes to how they handle March, the Knights are more lion than lamb. Since Eric Brauer became coach in 2009 Chicago Christian has posted a record of 45-14 in the season’s first month. In the past five seasons that mark is 35-7. Five of those victories ushered in the 2015 campaign last week. The Knights outscored their foes 43-3, with Rich Central being the only opponent that could scratch out anything against Christian pitchers. The locals defeated the Olympians 7-3 on Thursday. The Knights opened with a 10-0 rout of Bloom Township on Monday, shut out Rich South 13-0 the next day and then took two over the weekend at a downstate jamboree. Brimfield was bounced 10-0 on Friday and Carlinville fell 3-0 on Saturday. “Some coaches like to get in more practices, but I like to see how kids react to competitive situations,” Brauer said. The answer on these latest occasions was quite well. Christian seemed to be in midseason form against the Blazing Trojans, who gave up runs to the Knights in five of the latter’s six plate appearances. A five-run fifth pretty much salted away the verdict for Christian. The Knights knocked out 10 hits, with six of them equally divided up between the trio of Zach Frieling, Jack DeVries and Tyler Edgar. They also drove in four of Christian’s runs. Dan Vos collected the pitching win and he teamed up with Adam Schoenle and 2014 Player of the Year Christian Bolhuis to silence Bloom on five hits while registering 11 strikeouts. *** It was more of the same on Tuesday as Rich South was also no match for the Knights. Christian exploded for nine runs in the fourth to bring the game to a premature halt via the slaughter rule a half-inning later. Frieling, DeVries, Bolhuis and Trevor Wolterink all had two RBI for the Knights. Frieling reached base four times, including on a double. Wolterink, Edgar and Bob Schaaf threw a combined no-hitter and rang up a dozen strikeouts, nine of them coming from Wolterink during a three-inning stay on the hill. *** Rich Central threatened Christian’s 5-0 lead on Thursday by scoring three times in the fourth. The damage could have been greater, but the Knights pulled off a double play on a fly ball by throwing a man out at home. Bolhuis was the main man on offense for Christian as he unloaded a bases-clearing double to highlight a four-run second inning and finished with a pair of hits. He also tossed one stanza of relief. Ron Clark (two hits, including an RBI double) and Wolterink (RBI groundout) aided the attack as well while Schoenle and Edgar pitched ahead of Bolhuis and joined forces with him to fan seven Olympians. *** Brimfield was the Class 1A champ in basketball, but none of that positive mojo could be found on Friday as it got steamrolled by the Knights. A five-run fourth and four-run fifth put the contest well beyond the Indians’ reach. Pat McCarthy (three hits, including a double and triple, two RBI) and Josh Hill (two hits, four RBI) were Christian’s ringleaders.

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The Bulldogs blasted Rich Central 9-0 in their season-opener on Saturday.

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residence is always filled with landmines, but the RedHawks captured 10 of 16 games in 2014 despite their popgun attack. Assuming the pitching remains reasonably stout, if the RedHawks’ bats can become consistently active they should be able to make a fair amount of noise within the league. That’s what Sefcik is counting on in his debut campaign. • Coach’s comments: “The conference is loaded with Joliet Catholic, Benet, Carmel Catholic, Marian [and] Nazareth among others, [but] we play good competition all year and we need to defeat some tough opponents to prove that we can play with the top teams come playoff time. We hope to compete well in the conference and get ready to make a run in the state tourney. “I feel like the sectional is wide open this year, so you never know. We need to get hot at the right time.” — Sefcik

Continued from page 1 Schalasky, who’ll anchor a revamped pitching staff. Kutt, who has also given a verbal commitment to Illinois, made an immediate impact as a varsity freshman by winning five of seven decisions while posting an earnedBASEBALL ROSTERS run average below 1.70. Both hurlers will be published throw fastballs that next week travel nearly 90 miles per hour and possess above-average breaking balls, and each will be in the field on non-pitching days, Kutt at first base and Schalasky at one of several different positions. Sophomore Jack Guzek, who has drawn some Division I interest already, could be a star-in-the-making and McCarthy is also high on the potential of junior Jack Nelligan. Two newcomers who could quickly find spots in the everyday lineup are sophomores Ryan King and Jake Ridgway. King, a second-base candidate, is another athlete of whom colleges are already aware. Ridgway could set up behind the plate or play in the outfield. Other positions will be settled on during the early part of the season. As became the norm under former coach Tim Lyons, the Crusaders will tackle a challenging schedule. In addition to early season encounters with local powerhouses Lincoln-Way North and Joliet Catholic Academy, Rice will make a trip to Kentucky and face top-rated programs from that state. In short, whatever the Crusaders accomplish will be hard-earned. • Coach’s comments: “Our team will need to bring energy to the ballpark every day to compete. Competition will drive the 2015 team and hopefully we will reach our potential by the end of the year. Our goals are to play hard every day and contend for a conference title along with a state championship. “Our team is very athletic and strong defensively — defensively this will be one of our best teams. [There] will be a nice mix of speed and power offensively and our staff this year will blend some youth with experience. The key to our success will be throwing strikes and picking up the baseball.” — McCarthy

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN 2014 RECORD: 25-12 HEAD COACH: Eric Brauer (159-65 at CC; 22686 overall) ASSISTANT COACHES: Alex Bolyanatz, Colin Reynolds, Jimmy Hoofnagle • Who’s gone: Sean O’Meara, OF/SS; Josh Novak, P/INF; Max Kerfin, C. • Who’s back: Christian Bolhius, P/OF, Sr. (83, 1.20 ERA, 100 Ks in 64 1/3 IP, 19 BBS, .146 opponents’ avg; .326, .415 on-base pct, 24 runs, 23 RBI, nine doubles); Trevor Wolterink, 3B, Jr. (.355, 31 runs); Jack De Vries, 1B/OF, Sr. (.303, 29 RBI); Pat McCarthy, 2B, Sr. (.276, .405 onbase pct.); Ron Clark, OF, Sr. (.260); Zach Frieling, SS, So. (.278, 30 RBI, 10 doubles); Dan Vos, P, So. (7-3, 1.76 ERA, 61 Ks in 59 2/3 IP); Adam Schoenle, P. Jr. (4-1, 34 1/3 IP). • Who’s new: Brian Finger, C, Jr.; Josh Hill, OF, So.; Jacob Bulthuis, OF, So. • Outlook: It has become a baseball assembly line in Palos Heights as Eric Brauer consistently turns out quality clubs. 2014 was no different as the Knights racked up 25 victories and successfully defended the Suburban Christian Conference title it captured in 2013 — securing back-to-back league championships was a first for Chicago Christian, which has won 159 games during Brauer’s six-year stint. And maybe the best news is that many of the people responsible for the Knights’ latest show of excellence are back to give it another go. Most welcome is 2014 Player of the Year Christian Bolhuis, who was voted onto the Illinois Baseball Coaches Association Class 2A All-State team after a junior season that featured eight wins in 11 decisions, a 1.20 earned-run average and 100 strikeouts in less than 65 innings. Bolhuis, who also quarterbacked the Knights football team for three years, is on pace to pass Trent Overzet and become the school’s careervictories leader. Having Bolhuis back in the fold would be enough to make Chicago Christian formidable in its new Metro Suburban Conference home, but the talent extends well beyond him. Joining Bolhuis as an integral part of the mound staff is sophomore Dan Vos, who won seven games, registered an earned-run average below 1.80 and averaged better than a strikeout per inning over 59 2/3 frames. Junior Adam Schoenle provided four pitching victories and should be a solid No. 3 man in the rotation. And every one of those hurlers will be supported by an infield that is loaded with proven commodities. Foremost among the group is junior third baseman Trevor Wolterink, a two-sport standout who is coming off an all-area basketball campaign. He achieved similar status on the diamond last spring after leading the Knights with a .355 average and scoring 31 runs. Wolterink will also take regular turns on the hill. First baseman/right fielder Jack DeVries batted .303 with 29 RBI as a junior but should be even better in his final prep season and Zach Frieling’s future is certainly bright after the shortstop hit a respectable .278 with team-leading figures of 30 RBI and 10 doubles as a varsity freshman. Pat McCarthy and Ron Clark offer experienced presences at second base and left field, respectively. With a sizable veteran contingent on hand, the opportunities to shine may be somewhat limited for varsity rookies, at least at the outset. However, as Frieling showed last year and others did before him breakthroughs are possible, especially since Brauer has always been flexible about making adjustments on the fly and demonstrated a willingness to give younger players a shot if he thinks they can fill a specific need. New names mentioned by the coach in a preseason analysis were junior catcher Brian Finger — who could step in immediately for the graduated Max Kerfin — and sophomore outfielders Josh Hill and Jacob Bulthuis. Christian captured its fifth regional crown in six years last season and then followed up with one its best summer campaigns ever. About the only thing missing from the Knights’ resume since Brauer’s arrival is a sectional championship, but with their repeated appearances in Class 2A sectionals it would seem only a matter of

OAK LAWN 2014 RECORD: 13-23-1 HEAD COACH: Bill Gerny (29-37-1) ASSISTANT COACHES: Nick Chigas, Gary Gudino, Tim Lyons

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Stagg’s Brett Stratinsky, seen holding a runner on first base during a 2014 game, will be one of the Chargers’ main offensive threats this spring.

time before they finally grab one and perhaps challenge for an even bigger slice of postseason pie. It wouldn’t be a complete shock if 2015 becomes that moment. • Coach’s comments: “We made a nice run to the Sweet 16 in the summer-league playoffs [by] knocking off Reavis, Stagg and Mt Carmel. We get back six starters from a 25-win team and we return [over] 71 percent of our innings pitched from last year’s staff, [so] we should be a strong team defensively and on the mound. We have four really strong arms at the top of our rotation and are positioned to be competitive in every game because of that pitching depth. “We are hoping to make a deeper run in the playoffs this spring. I like my team and I love my kids. We are excited for this upcoming season.” — Brauer

EVERGREEN PARK 2014 RECORD: 22-11 HEAD COACH: Mark Smyth (218-218) ASSISTANT COACHES: Jason Dunneback, John Altman, John Tiffy

• Who’s gone: Corey Miller, 1B; Frank Meisl, P; Tim Walsh, 3B; Aaron Green Van Zee, P; KeyShawn Carpenter, OF. • Who’s back: Mark Martin, SS/P, Sr. (.472, .513 on-base pct., 51 hits, 35 runs, 28 RBI, 13 doubles); Sean Miller, 2B, Sr. (.374, 18 RBI, 18 runs); Brian Pall, P/OF, Sr. (6-2, 2.10 ERA, 56 Ks in 52 IP); Joe Moran, P, Sr. (7-1, 2.56 ERA, 40 Ks in 39 IP); Mike Rizzo, C, Sr.; Ronnie O’Toole, CF, Sr.; Brendan Walsh, INF, Sr.; JR Wazio, P/1B, Sr.; Joe Piet, C/DH, Sr.; Brennan Quick, 3B, Sr. • Who’s new: Harold McClarin, INF, Jr.; Matt Lyons, DH. Jr.; Shane Miller, OF, Jr.; Dan Smith, OF, So.; Pat Doran, P, Fr. • Outlook: Seeing as how much of society embraces the what-have-you-done-for-me-lately concept, the Mustangs and coach Mark Smyth shouldn’t get overlooked for their recent feats. Smyth’s career ledger stood at an even .500 prior to the start of the 2015 campaign, but like fine wine he has benefited from the passage of time. Consider that Evergreen Park went 22-11 in 2014 and has won 36 of its last 53 contests dating back to the early portion of the 2013 season; included among the triumphs are four in the postseason and along the way the Mustangs claimed their first regional title in more than a half-century and first sectional victory ever. And what’s encouraging for Smyth and Evergreen fans is that the Mustangs could — and probably should — continue traveling the high road this spring. Sure, they’ll miss 2014 South Suburban Conference Red Player of the Year Corey Miller and mound stalwart Frank Meisl (Benedictine University), but the cupboard definitely isn’t bare. How could it be with fourthyear starter Mark Martin back in the fold. Martin, a first-team all-area selection as a junior and second-teamer the two years before that, has already committed to staying local for college as he plans to attend neighboring St. Xavier University in the fall. Before that happens, though, he wants to produce one last big season at Evergreen. Martin, who’ll be regarded as one of the Mustangs’ finest baseball players ever by the time he’s finished, gave himself a difficult act to follow by posting some outstanding offensive numbers last spring: .472 average, .513 on-base percentage, 51 hits, 35 runs, 28 RBI and 13 doubles. And in case anyone thinks of Martin solely as a one-dimensional performer, he demonstrated his defensive chops at shortstop by turning 16 doubles plays in 2014. All-conference second baseman Sean Miller (.374) will again team with Martin to form an excellent DP combo, Illinois State Scholar Mike Rizzo has set up behind the plate since his freshman year and Ronnie O’Toole is a game-tested center fielder. Other seniors who should fill roles are JR Wazio, Brendan Walsh, Brennan Quick and Joe Piet, the latter of whom was an all-area offensive lineman last fall. Newcomers making a push for playing time include Brother Rice transfer Harold McClarin, fellow juniors Matt Lyons and Shane Miller and sophomore Dan Smith, who played varsity basketball during the winter. McClarin sat out last season, but Smyth sees him making his presence felt now. Even without Meisl around to anchor the staff, pitching should remain an asset for the Mustangs. Joe Moran and Brian Pall combined to go 13-3 with 96 strikeouts in 91 innings a year ago and each pitcher’s earned-run average was well below 3.0. Wazio will also be used on the hill

and 6-foot-2 freshman Pat Doran is expected to be in the mix as well. Richards seized control of the SSC Red race fairly early last year, but Evergreen managed to hang around most of the way. With the Bulldogs having lost a large number of 2014 contributors, a new divisional kingpin could emerge. If the last year-and-a-half is any indication, there’s reason to believe the Mustangs have a legitimate shot at grabbing the top spot. • Coach’s comments: “Richards is always the [SSC Red] kingpin, but expect Shepard and Eisenhower to be much improved [because] both return many players. Reavis and Oak Lawn are always well-coached and formidable and Argo is always a tough opponent as well. The top half is always competitive, but we need to get over the hump. “We hope to compete [the entire season] and win our second regional in three years. We lost a tough one to Morgan Park last year [in the regional final] and the kids are hungry. Depth and defense is definitely our strength, [but] solidifying our pitching staff, filling our outfield holes and getting consistent hitting 1 through 9 [are key].” — Smyth

MARIST 2014: RECORD: 21-15 HEAD COACH: Kevin Sefcik (1st year) ASSISTANT COACHES: Don Pirkle, Rich Robin • Who’s gone: Matt McKenzie, P; Robert Hovey, P; Blake Bieniek, P/INF; Kyle Barrett, INF/OF; Barrett Callaghan, INF. • Who’s back: Rich Kairis, P/OF, Sr. (six wins, 1.59 ERA, .218 opponents’ avg., 38 Ks; .366, 34 hits, 17 runs, 16 RBI, 18-of-20 steals); Pat Meehan, SS/P, Sr.; John Carmody, 1B, Jr.; Eric Hansen, C, Sr. • Who’s new: Jack Snyder, INF/P, Jr.; Brandon Hanik, INF/P, Jr.; Zach Sefcik, OF, Jr. • Outlook: When a baseball team requires an infusion of offense, there are a few ways to try to make that happen. The RedHawks opted for a somewhat unique method of repair: They hired a former major leaguer to lead the way. Kevin Sefcik, an Andrew graduate who reached baseball’s highest level in 1995 and stuck around past the turn of the century, has taken over for Tom Fabrizio, who, in an ironic twist, is now at Andrew. Fabrizio did superb work in his final year at Marist as he guided his team to 21 wins and a near-upset of powerful Lincoln-Way North in a regional final. The RedHawks managed that while amassing a sub-standard .210 team batting average; helping to offset it was a pitching staff that posted a miserly 2.30 earned-run average. Obviously Sefcik, who was an assistant to John McCarthy at Brother Rice the past few seasons, would have no complaints about a continuation of that rock-solid mound work. But his goal is to complement it with a far more productive attack, and a guy who batted .275 over 425 games in the big leagues should have some teaching tricks up his sleeve. Marist’s seasonopener certainly seemed to indicate such a thing — the offense-starved RedHawks gave way to ones who piled up 11 runs in a nine-run victory over Lincoln-Way Central, an always-competitive SouthWest Suburban Conference program. Was it a fluke or sign of what’s to come for Marist? That remains to be seen, of course, but Sefcik’s coaching job is made a little easier by the return of third-year varsity player Rich Kairis, who collected all-area first-team honors as a junior after excelling both on the hill and at the plate. As a pitcher Kairis won six times, had a 2 ½-to-1 strikeouts-to-walks ratio, registered a 1.59 ERA and limited opponents to a .218 cumulative average. He also paced the RedHawks’ offense with a .366 average and 34 hits while successfully swiping 18-of-20 bases. Experienced sidekicks for Kairis include catcher Eric Hansen, shortstop Pat Meehan and junior first baseman John Carmody. Hansen, who has committed to Indiana University, homered against Lincoln-Way Central and finished with a couple of hits. Carmody is a potential bopper from the left side while Meehan is a slick glove man who can also pitch. Among the newcomers expected to lend a hand are juniors Jack Snyder, Brandon Hanik and Zach Sefcik, the coach’s son. Snyder supplies a strong arm, Hanik possesses sharp defensive skills and the younger Sefcik, appropriately enough, should provide an offensive boost. Marist’s East Suburban Catholic Conference

• Who’s gone: Matt Dunne, P/2B; Mitch Swatek, P/OF; Jake Slusinski, OF; Ray Walker, 1B. • Who’s back: Boo Quillin, SS, Sr. (.367, 16 RBI, 11 steals); Joe Dodaro, 3B, Sr. (.294); Justin Swatek, 1B/P, Jr. (.317, 15 RBI); Ryne Melnik, OF, Sr. (.322, 14 RBI), Matt Witkowski, P/ OF, Sr.; Yunis Halim, P, Sr. (2.63 ERA), Bobby Beard, OF, Sr. (.317); Chad Cwik, P, So. (two wins, 3.67 ERA); Ivan Georgelos, INF/P, Sr. • Who’s new: John Roberts, C, Jr. (.356 with sophomore team); Patrick Slattery, OF, Jr.; Liam Blake, 3B, Jr.; Jimmy Swiatek, OF, Jr. (.318 with sophomore team); Billy Dunne, P/2B, Jr.; Ryan Quinn, P, Jr.; Rodrigo Zavala, P, Jr. • Outlook: From the penthouse to the … well, it wasn’t quite a Roman Empiresque fall for the Spartans last year, but they did wind up six games behind South Suburban Conference Red winner Richards in 2014 after beating out the Bulldogs — and everyone else — for the divisional crown in Bill Gerny’s first season as head coach. So what happened? The biggest difference between 2014 and the year before was that Oak Lawn’s sticks struck few heavy blows last spring. That doesn’t reference only power displays but overall clutch batting — simply put there wasn’t enough of it to constantly keep opponents on their heels. Things look more promising this season, mainly because the Spartans have a veteran nucleus around which to build — seven starters are back — and former Brother Rice skipper Tim Lyons returns as hitting coach after serving in that capacity for previous Oak Lawn boss Brian Clifton. Third-year varsity player and 2014 team MVP Boo Quillin heads up the list of returnees. The All-SSC Red pick batted .367 and showed good speed with 11 steals — both numbers ought to rise in his senior season. Third baseman Joe Dodaro will line up next to Quillin to give the Spartans a very good left side of the infield. Dodaro is back after hitting .294 and topping Oak Lawn in RBI. Outfielders Bobby Beard and Ryne Melnik both produced averages over .300 and, like Quillin and Dodaro, should perform even better now because of their past varsity experience. Junior Justin Swatek batted a blistering .619 for the Spartans’ sophomore club before being elevated to varsity, then proceeded to hit .317 with three game-winning RBI and 15 in all. Positional newcomers who have a chance to make an impact include catcher John Roberts, St. Laurence transfer Patrick Slattery and juniors Liam Blake and Jimmy Swiatek. Matt Witkowski, another third-year player, takes over for Matt Dunne (Roosevelt University) as the No. 1 man on the mound. Sophomore Chad Cwik did admirable work as a varsity freshman and could eventually develop into one of the better hurlers in Spartans annals. Gerny is also counting on seniors Yunis Halim and Ivan Georgelos to bolster the pitching corps while Billy Dunne, Ryan Quinn and Rodrigo Zavala are juniors who may contribute. Despite its overall struggles a year ago Oak Lawn stayed above .500 in conference play, meaning that returning to prominence within the SSC Red is certainly an attainable goal if a few things pan out. Gerny wasn’t discouraged by what unfolded in 2014 — if he was, he wouldn’t have beefed up the Spartans’ nonconference schedule to include heavyweights like Mt. Carmel and Morgan Park among others. Also on the slate are two contests for charity, with Brother Rice and Argo providing the opposition. Best of all Oak Lawn will be able to play home games on its own field at the school after being forced to move to alternative sites last spring due to construction delays. • Coach’s comments: “The Spartans will officially open their new field — new dugouts, backstop, drainage, [an] outfield fence and seating were added for the 2015 season — [and] I am very excited for our players to compete this year. Almost every player on the roster has extended varsity experience; coupled with a heavy summer schedule [in 2014] the Spartans are primed to rise.” — Gerny

RICHARDS 2014 RECORD: 25-9 HEAD COACH: Brian Wujcik (448-319-4) ASSISTANT COACHES: Jeff Kortz, Kevin Lee • Who’s gone: Charlie Zeschke, C; Shawn Chiaramonte, C/OF; Nate Natividad, P/OF; Eric Mallo, P/OF; AJ Sanchez, P/INF; Ryan Thompson, P; Andrew Schramm, P; Danny Estrella, OF; Shane Mills, INF/P; Alex Villafuerte, P; Mike Marchione, OF; Eric Ruge, P; Kyle Garrett, OF. • Who’s back: Noel Castro, C/P/1B, Sr. (.357, 35 hits, nine extra-base hits, 30 RBI); Nick Mejia, 3B/P, Jr. (.261, 18 hits, four extra-base hits, 15 RBI); Angelo Smith, P/OF, So. (4-2, 3.76 ERA, 32 Ks in 41 IP); Brett Thomas, P/OF/1B, Sr. (4-0, 3.62 ERA, 18 Ks in 29 IP); TJ Spyrnal, P/OF, Sr.; Andrew Zemke, 1B/DH, Sr. (.333 in summer); Adrian Garcia, P. Sr.; Jason Avery, 2B, Sr. • Who’s new: Chris Zeschke, SS/Pm Jr.; Ryan See BASEBALL, Page 4

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Kopca, who already has positively influenced Stagg’s varsity football team, hard-nosed basketball player Nick Worst and Brother Rice transfer Josh Nowak. Nick Gerzon is probably the most tested pitching arm, but there is a degree of uncertainty beyond him. O’Neill put a “P” alongside many names in the position column of his roster, indicating he’s looking at several possibilities when it comes to filling in around Gerzon. If that is satisfactorily accomplished and a somewhat reliable staff can be assembled, the Chargers could be a tougher out within the SWSC Blue than the casual fan might suspect. • Coach’s comments: “There is quality depth at all positions and competition for jobs will be interesting — there could be platoon situations at a couple of positions. I believe that our defense will be one of our strengths [and] I expect us to score more runs than we did the last couple of years. “[But] our pitching is going to decide how well we compete in our league, considering how good everyone is, and the biggest question mark will be on the mound. We have a couple of returners but will need some positional players who haven’t pitched a lot in the past to step up and eat some innings.” — O’Neill

Continued from page 3 Renken, INF/P, Jr.; Ryan Willett, OF, Sr.; Nick Fritz, OF/P, Jr.; Mitch Crook, C/DH, Jr.; Tim Houlihan, OF, Jr. • Outlook: The dean of area baseball coaches, Brian Wujcik enters his 23rd season as head of the varsity program at his high school alma mater. His longevity and 448 career wins were recently recognized by the Illinois Baseball Coaches Association, which chose Wujcik as one of the newest members of its Hall of Fame. But he doesn’t want to rest on any past laurels, which included a superb 25-9 ledger and South Suburban Conference Red title in 2014. What’s likely in store for Wujcik this spring is a return to heavy-duty teaching. Such is the situation when 13 seniors exit the program, which happened to the Bulldogs. Seven of those 13 graduates are on college rosters in 2015, so there was obviously quality amid the quantity. And that isn’t the only change — longtime pitching coach Kevin Quinn has retired, so Richards’ hurlers will receive instruction from first-year assistant Kevin Lee. Interestingly, Wujcik considers his mound corps one of the Bulldogs’ potential strengths. A big reason for that is sophomore Angelo Smith, who in 2014 became just the second freshman to ever begin his high school baseball career at Richards on the varsity roster. Smith won four times in his debut season and Wujcik believes he “should become our first certifiable ace of the Richards staff since Jon Ryan graduated in 2010.” Senior Brett Thomas, who went 4-0 a year ago, is also being counted on to fill a spot in the rotation as are juniors Nick Mejia and Chris Zeschke, the latter of whom Wujcik describes as a “triple threat” due to his ability to also hit well and play solid defense. Seniors TJ Spyrnal and Adrian Garcia are other pitchers who’ll get long looks from Wujcik and Lee. Senior Noel Castro, who will see some action on the hill too, is the Bulldogs’ most established offensive threat and, assuming he gets some protection within the batting order, could perhaps flirt with the .400 mark after hitting .357 with 30 RBI last spring. Castro will shift from first base to catcher, where he’ll take over for three-year starter Charlie Zeschke. Mejia, who’ll play third on days he doesn’t pitch, and Andrew Zemke, who performed admirably in the summer, are two others who should be steady contributors with the stick. It would help immensely if some heretofore unknowns stepped forward to provide added punch — among the candidates are senior Jason Avery, junior Ryan Renken and senior Ryan Willett, an all-area wide receiver in the fall who sat out all of his junior baseball season because of a shoulder injury. Willett’s speed will make him an ideal table-setter for the meat of the order. While the Bulldogs are the defending conference champs, Wujcik said they should not be picked as the preseason favorite to repeat due to the large amount of personnel turnover. He admitted lineup experimentation will occur during the early part of the schedule and said it “will take a little time for this team to form an identity.” However, Richards definitely won’t lack for motivation — still somewhat fresh in everyone’s minds is the unceremonious end to the 2014 campaign, where Stagg, a team that lost 14-4 to the Bulldogs during the regular season, administered payback with a 4-1 triumph in Richards’ opening playoff contest. • Coach’s comments: “Positions are wide open to be won at the start of the season. This translates to good news for the guys on the team as everyone should have a chance to prove that he belongs in the everyday lineup. We’re not going to have a very large roster, so we will lean on a lot of guys to fill a lot of different roles depending on the game and our opponent. “Pitching should be our strength, but we have some talented athletes on the squad, so the fielding and hitting should catch up to the pitching as the season goes on. This team is athletic, so it should be a season where we get stronger as we get more experience under our belts.” — Wujcik

SANDBURG 2014 RECORD: 24-9 HEAD COACH: Jim Morsovillo (70-27) ASSISTANT COACHES: George Fear, Chuck Peters • Who’s gone: Matthias Dietz, P; Bryan Pall, P; Sean Leland, P; Chris Stearns, OF; Alec Martinez, INF/P; Dan Santiago, OF; Julian Gutierrez, OF; Mike Jentel, P. • Who’s back: Jimmy Roche, SS/P, Sr.; Jim Landgraf, LF, Sr.; Ben Kociper, 2B, Sr.; Danny Dziadkowiec, DH/OF, Sr.; Griffin Kazmierczak, C, Sr.; Jake Tablerion, P, Sr.; Kenny Michalowski, P, Sr.; Eric Nelson, P, Sr. • Who’s new: Andy Gaytan, CF, Jr.; Trevor Faille, 1B/P, Jr., Nick Kuchel, OF, Jr.; Collin Collery, P, Sr.; Jack Wolfe, 2B/P. • Outlook: A farewell to arms — besides being an Ernest Hemingway novel it also describes an offseason action the Eagles were forced to perform. Pitching has pretty much been a constant in Sandburg’s baseball world over the years as the Eagles have rarely been without at least one difference-making hurler in any given season. But even at a school that has presented such legendary prep names as Brian Forystek, Todd Mensik, Greg Billo and Nick Chmielewski, perhaps never before had there been as good a trio as Matthias Dietz, Bryan Pall and Sean Leland on the scene at the same time. Pall (University of Michigan) and Leland (Louisville) already had announced their college destinations before the 2014 season, but the guy who had not wound up being perhaps the best of the trio. Dietz earned first-team all-area status, Pall and Leland were both second-team selections, and the threesome combined to go 19-6 with 233 strikeouts between them. The highest individual earned-run average was 1.02 and their strikeoutsto-walks ratios were all 4-to-1 or better. Replacing that level of dominance could very well be impossible for the Eagles, although it wouldn’t be shocking to see at least one relative unknown emerge. What Sandburg needs is for its offense to take some of the stress off the pitching staff, something that didn’t really happen with any regularity a year ago and may have been the biggest reason for the Eagles’ failure to advance deeper into the postseason. Sandburg did man-

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In 2014 Angelo Smith became just the second freshman to be on Richards’ varsity baseball roster at the start of a season. He’ll play a large role for the Bulldogs this spring.

age to capture its first regional title since 2011, but Providence Catholic prevailed in a sectional semifinal. Still, there’s no ignoring the fact that the Eagles remain one of the south suburbs’ prominent prep baseball programs three years into Jim Morsovillo’s head-coaching tenure. Morsovillo’s 2015 pitching staff will feature seniors Jake Tablerion, Kenny Michalowski and Eric Nelson as headliners. Senior Collin Collery, who did not play last season, and junior Jack Wolfe are a couple other possibilities on the hill. Who might develop into a stopper from that group remains to be seen, but while the hurlers work to establish themselves some positional veterans will be expected to step forward and lead. All-area second-team outfielder Chris Stearns was lost to graduation and infield/pitcher Alec Martinez won’t play because of an ACL injury suffered during basketball season. That leaves the heavy lifting for returning infielders Jimmy Roche and Ben Kociper, outfielder Jim Landgraf, catcher Griffin Kazmierczak and DH Danny Dziadkowiec, none of whom yet carries a pitchers-fear-him reputation. However, Morsovillo and assistants Chuck Peters and George Fear were all good hitters in their playing days and should find a way to maximize whatever athletic talent is available to them. Newcomers Andy Gaytan, Trevor Faille and Nick Kuchel will also be in the hunt for playing time. The SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue always provides a rugged test and the Eagles never shy away from strong nonconference opposition either. While that could result in some early hiccups as a number of guys get acclimated to their roles, pegging Sandburg as anything less than a serious challenger for league supremacy and a legitimate threat to do postseason damage would seem shortsighted. • Coach’s comments: “We lost three seniors on the mound from last season that were dominating and sucked up innings. We need the seniors to lead through their experiences as junior starters and the newcomers to play hard and learn to compete daily.” — Morsovillo

SHEPARD 2014 RECORD: 16-17 HEAD COACH: Frank DiFoggio (282-286-4) ASSISTANT COACHES: Dan Hennigan, Jim Schmidt • Who’s gone: Kevin Knoerzer, OF/P; Brendan Hermann, P/INF/OF; Jake Hart, OF/DH/P; Sam Hermanas, INF. • Who’s back: Bobby Peterka, C/OF, Sr. (.311, .522 slugging pct., .966 fielding pct., 28 hits, 14 doubles, 32 RBI); Mark Albrecht, INF/OF, Sr. (.286, 22 hits, 19 runs, 18 walks); Ken Gorski, INF/OF, Jr. (.356, .929 fielding pct.); Adam Gregory, P/1B, Sr. (54 Ks in 44 2/3 IP, four wins); Eric Horbach, SS/P, Sr. (.300, 27 hits, 17 runs, 17 walks, 9 steals; 3-1); Brett Smith, P/INF/OF, Sr. (5-3, 69 Ks in 54 2/3 IP); Kevin Carmody, OF, Jr. (.286, 22 hits, 17 runs, 21 walks); Kyle Longfield, P/OF, Sr. (1-1, 24 Ks in 21 1/3 IP); Zach Haxel, C/INF/P, Sr.; Rick Mundo, C/INF/P, Sr. • Who’s new: Jack Carberry, P, So.; Rob Marinec, C/OF/INF, So.; Logan Couture, INF/P, Jr. • Outlook: Frank DiFoggio has been coaching too long to get caught up in any hoopla, but even he is excited about what may lie ahead for the Astros. On only one other occasion has DiFoggio welcomed back as many players as he is in 2015, and that happened 16 years ago. While experience alone doesn’t automatically translate into onfield success, what makes this latest veteran-fest particularly notable is that Shepard played solid baseball the second half of 2014. After one of their typical slow breaks from the gate that bottomed out at 5-12, the Astros won 11 of their last 16 games — including a playoff contest — and the pitchers responsible for nine of those triumphs are back to try for more. Two of them, Adam Gregory and Brett Smith, combined on a season-opening one-hitter versus Illiana Christian and struck out a dozen batters between them in a 5-0 conquest. In 2014 the two totaled 123 whiffs in just under 100 innings, so their efforts against the Vikings weren’t out of the ordinary. Eric Horbach, one of three fouryear varsity players on the roster, will also be counted on in the rotation. Giving the staff even greater depth are senior Kyle Longfield, who was hurt for a large chunk of last season, and sophomore Jack Carberry, who showed plenty of potential in a late-May call-up as he went toe-to-toe with Manteno, a team that advanced deep into the Class 3A playoffs soon after Carberry notched a 9-4 victory over it. Longfield, a three-sport athlete at Shepard, is coming off an all-area basketball campaign in which he was one of the south suburbs’ best rebounders. Another arm that could be summoned by DiFoggio belongs to junior Logan

Couture. The Astros’ pitchers won’t have to be perfect thanks to a lineup that should be much improved over last spring, when only a handful of hitters reached the .300 mark. Fourth-year men Mark Albrecht and Bobby Peterka are the ringleaders, but Horbach, Gregory, Smith, Ken Gorski and Kevin Carmody all figure to be steady contributors as well. While the departed Kevin Knoerzer was Shepard’s most consistent offensive performer in 2014, Peterka was good enough to pace the Astros in doubles (14) and RBI (32) and slug one of their four homers. Albrecht, Gorski and Gregory were the other long-ball guys. Defense should also be a strength. Peterka committed only seven errors in 204 chances and as a team Shepard was guilty of an average of 2½ per game, a stat that was elevated by the Astros’ early struggles. While DiFoggio isn’t about to proclaim his squad the one to beat for a South Suburban Conference Red championship, that may indeed be the case. Nobody else has as many game-tested resources available to them, and DiFoggio does admit “this was the year we kind of targeted” as one of the program’s higher-achieving ones. • Coach’s comments: “We were a bunch of babies last year. We kind of learned on the fly and that’s kind of our strength this year — we won’t have to go through that this year [because] we’ve been through it all before. “I’m hoping we will not start slow this year, like we always seem to do. We want this year to be a good one.” — DiFoggio

STAGG 2014 RECORD: 17-19 HEAD COACH: Matt O’Neill (142-138) ASSISTANT COACHES: Mike Darrah, Tom Syska, Brendan Loughery • Who’s gone: Max Strus, P/INF/OF; Jake Wimmer, INF; Peter Angelos, INF; CJ Casey, OF; Nick Nowak, C; Jimmy Farnan, OF; Brendan Kivlehan, INF; Drew Bolero, INF; Jack Duffner, OF. • Who’s back: Brett Stratinsky, 1B, Sr.; Calagelo Martinez, OF, Sr.; Ethan Glaza, INF, Sr.; Nick Gerzon, P/INF, Sr.; Joe Zaremba, OF, Sr.; Austin Greer, P/INF; Gus Martinez, INF, Sr. • Who’s new: Josh Nowak, C/INF/P, Jr.; Mike Crosby, P/INF, Jr.; Max Downs, P/OF, Jr.; Gary Kopca, C/OF, Jr.; Nick Worst, P/INF, Jr; Nate Miranda, INF/P, Jr. • Outlook: It’s typically been easy to overlook the Chargers, save for those years when they’ve unleashed someone with star power such as pitcher TJ McFarland and first baseman Justin Ringo. In most instances, though, Stagg almost ranks as an afterthought, in part because of its size — among SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue schools it’s the little guy and therefore it frequently gets relegated to something resembling kid-brother status. But just when most people have basically forgotten about them, along come the Chargers to spring a surprise. That certainly happened during the 2014 campaign. Stagg scuffled in the early portion of the schedule but got its act together over the season’s last month, a stretch that included victories against three straight regional opponents and the capturing of its first postseason championship since 2008. One of the wins may have best illustrated the Chargers’ growth as a team — they beat Richards 4-1 in the playoffs after getting slaughter-ruled by the Bulldogs in a regularseason matchup. While Stagg ended a title drought by edging Lincoln-Way East right after downing Richards, it was actually a regional finalist six times in Matt O’Neill’s first eight coaching seasons. So the idea of having future success shouldn’t be considered a radical one. What triggered the Chargers’ surge last spring was significant improvement on defense and in their pitching. Against the Griffins, for instance, Stagg played errorless ball and Max Strus tossed a shutout over the last 4 2/3 innings, during which time he threw 40 of 59 pitches for strikes. Of course, Strus and several other 2014 contributors are gone, but O’Neill isn’t sweating it — in fact he’s looking forward to the 2015 season. He claims this latest edition of the Chargers “should be one of the better offensive teams that we’ve had in the past couple of years” because middle-of-the-lineup guys like Brett Stratinsky and Calogelo Martinez return to provide some batting pop. Stratinsky went deep twice against Richards and is a legitimate power threat. Ethan Glaza, Joe Zaremba and Austin Greer are other veterans who’ve shown in the past that they can be productive. Youngers players to keep an eye on are Gary

2014 RECORD: 32-6 HEAD COACH: Pete Lotus (250-77) ASSISTANT COACHES: Adam Lotus, Matt McHugh • Who’s gone: Mike Kornacker, P/INF; Brad Wood, P/INF; T.J. Marik, C; Roger Wilson, 1B/P; Mike Miller, OF; Alex Hitney, P; Nate Tholl, INF; Kevin White, OF/C; Rob Gutierrez, P/OF. • Who’s back: Frank Greco, P/2B, Sr. (70, 0.36 ERA); John Riordan, P/3B, Sr. (4-2, 2.00 ERA); Anthony Chimera, OF/P, Sr.; Sean Burnette, OF, Sr.; Mike Finger, OF, Sr.; Nick Verta, SS, Sr.; Zach Erdman, P, Sr.; Jake Tholl, C, Sr.; Mike Munoz, P, Sr.; Kevin Aderman, OF, Sr.; Dan Cummings, INF, Sr.; Rich Lamb, 1B, Sr. • Who’s new: Anthony Rios, C, Jr.; Anthony Robles, OF/P, Jr.; Jack Cavanaugh, INF/P, Jr.; Dan Heiden, P, Jr.; Tom Farrell, 1B/P, So.; Jimmy Burnette, OF, P, So. • Outlook: Certain schools gain reputations in athletics based on success in a particular sport. Mt. Carmel, for instance, captured a state baseball championship a couple years ago and has a variety of other titles in its collection, but it will always be best known for its achievements in football. And Thornton has long been noted for basketball excellence, even though its football program was represented on NFL rosters by eight former players several years ago. What does this have to do with the Vikings? Well, baseball is not just the national pastime, it’s what many people think of first when St. Laurence sports programs are mentioned. That’s not by accident — in the nine years since former player Pete Lotus took over as varsity coach, the Vikings have averaged a staggering 27 victories per season. Whereas St. Laurence once longed to be one of the Chicago Catholic League’s big boys on the diamond, now other teams use the Vikings as inspiration to do whatever is necessary to improve. Obviously Lotus hasn’t achieved all this by himself, but attracting talented athletes becomes easier once a standard of quality has been set. The trouble is those players only have a limited amount of eligibility, and in 2015 St. Laurence must retool after seeing a slew of big-time contributors move on. Six of the Vikings’ graduates were members of this paper’s 2014 all-area squad, including firstteamers Mike Kornacker (Purdue University) and Brad Wood (Northern Illinois), the former of whom was the 2013 Player of the Year. So there is a definite need to find able replacements. In Lotus’ opinion they’re available to him. While replacing guys like Kornacker and Wood will understandably be difficult, St. Laurence is not without some proven pieces in place. One of those is senior Frank Greco, who has committed to the University of St. Francis. Although overshadowed by some of his older teammates Greco went 7-0 on the mound with a 0.36 earned-run average, a performance that got him named to last spring’s all-area second team. He and John Riordan (41, 2.00 ERA) should be a more-than-adequate 1-2 pitching punch while outfielders Sean Burnette and Anthony Chimera will be anchors on the offensive side. Zach Erdman and Mike Munoz are other candidates for steady work on the hill. Jake Tholl is expected to take over for T.J. Marik behind the dish, Nick Verta has the inside track to be the first-string shortstop and Mike Finger could become the third outfielder. Also in the hunt for jobs will be senior basketball players Kevin Aderman (outfield), Dan Cummings (infield) and Rich Lamb (first base). Some newcomers could make their presences felt too — sophomore Tommy Farrell, for instance, had some shining moments during summer-league play and both Anthony Rios and Anthony Robles also performed well in that setting. Given the Vikings’ rich history over the past decade the 2015 club will have to hit the ground running because those outside the program have come to expect a certain level of accomplishment. That’s fine with Lotus, who isn’t scaling down his goals just because some new faces are in the mix. Don’t rule out another big batch of wins, and one more run at a Catholic League Blue crown is entirely possible. • Coach’s comments: “We welcome a highly talented junior class to our senior class that has been very successful. We have a bunch of leaders on the team and we believe this will lead to a successful season. “We have a hard-working and dedicated team that we believe will be able to pitch and play defense well. If we can hit consistently and get timely hitting, we feel we can contend for the conference championship and in the state tournament. We love our team’s work ethic and dedication toward St. Laurence and to each other.” — Lotus

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of the plate and is one of the better defensive third basemen around. The Bulldogs are seeking a fifth consecutive divisional crown, which would equal the program’s longest championship stretch. Richards was a first-place finisher each season between 1998 and 2002. But neither Folliard nor her girls want to stop there. Another regional title — and ideally much more — would suit the entire bunch of Bulldogs just fine. • Coach’s comments: “We return a core of talented and smart players and also added many new players. We will need strong leadership from our returning group to maximize our potential. Knowing this group of seniors, I think their leadership will rise and drive our team to another successful season for the Richards Bulldogs.” — Folliard

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EVERGREEN PARK

2014 RECORD: 20-13 HEAD COACH: John O’Connor • Who’s gone: Carolyn Roberts. • Who’s back: Jenna Haase, C, Sr. (.550, five HRs, 41 RBI, 30 runs); Bethany Salazar, OF/P, Jr. (.685, nine HRs, 54 runs, 35 RBI, 12 steals); Caroline Andrade, INF, Sr. (.585, five HRs, 38 runs, 34 RBI); Maddie Vojacek, INF/P, Jr.; Abby Langevin, IF/C, Sr.; Nicole Larkin, INF, Sr.; Megan Pyles, P/3B, So.; Maddie Meisl, INF/OF, Jr. • Who’s new: Kelly Farmer, P, Fr.; Lizzie Brendich, 2B, Fr.; Haley Getz, P, Fr. • Outlook: After falling just two runs shy of a Class 3A regional championship last spring, the Mustangs will try again -- and they’ll do so with a sizable core group that went through the postseason experience a year ago. Bethany Salazar’s offensive numbers as a sophomore were off the charts, but she’s just one of the SOFTBALL ROSTERS big-time weapons in Evergreen Park’s will be published arsenal. Seniors Caroline Andrade and Jenna Haase were equally potent next week -- between them the trio provided the Mustangs’ offense with 19 homers, 110 RBI and 122 runs, and all three players batted .550 or above. For good measure Salazar also swiped a dozen bases. Beyond that highly productive threesome are other key veterans, including seniors Nicole Larkin and Abby Langevin and junior Maddie Vojacek, who’ll pair with Salazar to give Evergreen stability in the pitching circle. Coach John O’Connor also expects input of some kind from juniors Edith Morales and Rebecca Roberts, sophomores Amanda Richter and Megan Quick and perhaps a few freshmen. The pieces would seem to be in place for the Mustangs to enjoy another 20-win season, and O’Connor is figuring on at least a top-three finish in the South Suburban Conference Red and hoping for greater advancement in the state tournament. • Coach’s comments: “The keys to a successful season will be staying healthy and continued development from our pitchers. We will be a young team and will need to rely on some of our younger players to step up and perform. “Hitting will be our biggest strength, but we have a group of talented pitchers that may also help our team. With so many young players, I hope our defense can be as solid as we need it to be.” -- O’Connor

MARIST

2014 RECORD: 29-9-1 HEAD COACH: Colleen Biebel • Who’s gone: Brooke Wyderski. • Who’s back: Brooke Wilson, OF, Sr. (.427, 34 RBI, 32 runs, two HRs); Madison Naujokas, SS, Jr. (.445, 10 HRs, 48 runs, 39 RBI); Zariya Gonzalez, P, Sr. (25-5, 1.39 ERA); Vanessa Villasenor, OF, Jr. (.352, 28 RBI, 19 runs); Alexis Rogers, 3B, So. (.353, 29 RBI); Jill Kenny, C. Jr.; Amanda McIlhany, INF/OF, Jr.; Liz Annerino, P, Jr.; Hayley Franks, 1B, Sr. • Who’s new: Paige Egan, OF Jr.; Emily Reilly, P, Jr.; Emily Luzzo, C/INF, Jr.; Kara Apato, OF, Fr.; Maggie Kehoe, 2B, Fr. • Outlook: It’s not always easy to follow a coach who achieved the kind of success Denise Bromberek did in her years at the RedHawks’ helm, a stint that included a state championship in 2012. However, new coach Colleen Biebel is poised to maintain Marist’s winning tradition, although she’ll have to do so without one very big playing piece: 2014 Player of the Year Brooke Wyderski. Still, plenty of talent is on hand, enough to where the RedHawks should make Biebel’s maiden voyage a pretty enjoyable one. Scoring runs should not be a problem, even without the formidable Wyderski anchoring the batting order. Madison Naujokas is one of the area’s best sluggers and she, Loyola University-bound Brooke Wilson, Vanessa Villasenor and Alexis Rogers combined to drive in 130 runs last spring. Naujokas and Wilson both posted averages well above .400 while Villasenor and Rogers each eclipsed .350. Not to be forgotten either is senior Zariya Gonzalez, who is the staff ace and a capable hitter. Her .339 average was something of a bonus, though; of much greater importance to Marist was her 25-5 pitching ledger and 1.39 earned-run average. Senior Hayley Franks and juniors Jill Kenny, Amanda Ilhany and Liz Annerino are other experienced returnees. • Coach’s comments: “We have a solid group of returners from last year. These girls are competitors and will do whatever it takes to finish strong. Our tough [East Suburban Catholic] conference schedule will prepare us for the state playoffs.” — Biebel

MOTHER MCAULEY

2014 RECORD: 23-5 HEAD COACH: Colleen Kilduff • Who’s gone: Alex Brown, Bri Gyrion, Jess Alberts. • Who’s back: Amy Balich, SS, Jr. (.395, .600 slugging pct., 22 runs, 20 RBI); Morgan Fleming 3B, Sr. (.412, .700 slugging pct., 25 runs, 22 RBI); Holly Marousek, P, So.; Emily Rux, C, Sr.; Jen Crowley, CF, Sr.; Nicole Majewski, RF, Sr.; Dara Sanders P, Sr. • Who’s new: Molly Murphy, INF, Jr. • Outlook: A Class 4A regional championship was the culmination of a successful 2014 campaign for the Mighty Macs, who will take aim at some more postseason hardware behind the on-field leadership of Amy Balich and Morgan Fleming. Mother McAuley’s two most prominent returnees from an offensive standpoint joined forces to provide their team with 47 runs and 42 RBI a year ago and Fleming finished with a .412 average and .700 slugging percentage. Balich was right behind her in both categories (.395 and .600, respectively) and augmented her stick work with solid defense — she was charged with just four errors last season at shortstop. Also back for coach Colleen Kilduff is senior Emily Rux, who’ll don the catching gear for the third consecutive season. Jen Crowley and Nicole Majewski are other returning seniors while junior Molly Murphy comes over from Mt. Assisi. Without Jess Alberts in the fold, the Macs need to settle on a new No. 1 hurler -- among the top candidates are senior Dara Sanders and sophomore Holly Marousek. • Coach’s comments: “The Mighty Macs have a great group of talented young ladies this year who will look to make a run deep into the playoffs. With a great combination of speed and power, the team will be extremely competitive and fun to watch. We have a very talented team with a lot of veterans on it [and] we have

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Continued from page 1 Blake said. “I wanted to show a bigger perspective, so I made a full, feature-length movie.” Blake gave Marist Principal Larry Tucker a private screening, saying he wanted Tucker’s blessing before the film’s public debut. He got it. “I was really impressed after seeing the documentary,” Tucker said. “Ryan’s talent [with] filming and editing is quite apparent — [he] did a great job capturing the wrestling team’s journey that season. It was great seeing behind

the scenes. I got to know the athletes even better.” “This documentary is about more than just wrestling,” Blake said. “It takes you through a fragile year of them juggling different expectations. You get to see how it shaped their identity.” Blake said he hopes to find an online platform for the film and enter it in festivals after the debut at the Beverly Arts Center. “This documentary speaks to the talent and dedication of our wrestling program, but on a larger scale its message is for any team, group or even individual,” Tucker said. “It highlights the importance of making a commitment and see-

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Mother McAuley’s Kelly O’Donnell is back to lend a helping hand to the Mighty Macs’ defense and offense.

strong pitching and defense. “Our plan is to win conference again but to make it further in the state playoffs.” — Kilduff

OAK LAWN

2014 RECORD: 15-8 HEAD COACH: Brian Frangella • Who’s gone: Reily McTeague, Morgan Jozsa, Elisabeth Childers, Jamie Alberts. • Who’s back: Mia Loya, INF/P, Jr. (.343, 17 RBI, two HRs; 7-4, 2.35 ERA); Marissa Loya, P/INF, Jr. (.337, 26 RBI, five HRs); Ashley Labuda, 3B, Sr. (.337, 20 RBI); Hayden Landingham, C, Sr. (.360, 14 RBI); Kaleigh Hayes, LF, Sr.; Dana Greene, OF, Sr.; Kacie Heeter, 1B/2B, Sr. • Who’s new: Natalia Rafacz, 2B/P/OF, So.; Maddie Pagliaro, OF, Jr.; Annabelle Fritz, INF/OF, So.; Kara Melvin, OF, Jr.; Danielle Allen, C, Jr.; Madison Jones, OF, Sr.; Hannah Featherstone, OF, Jr. • Outlook: Last season the Spartans faced the challenge of dealing with the graduation of four-year starting second baseman and team MVP Rachel Burba. They were successful as they won five more times than they had in 2013. This year presents a similar scenario as 2014 MVP Reily McTeague has departed, but Oak Lawn coach Brian Frangella is confident his girls will again handle the situation with little difficulty. Mia Loya and Hayden Landingham are returning All-South Suburban Conference Red performers and will spearhead the 2015 Spartans’ attack. Loya will contribute as both a hitter and pitcher. Her sister, Marissa, is also a double-edged weapon -- the latter’s five homers and 26 RBI are the most among Spartans veterans. Another valuable asset is third baseman Ashley Labuda. Others with game experience who are suiting up for Oak Lawn once more include seniors Kaleigh Hayes, Dana Greene and Kacie Heeter. * Coach’s comments: “We made great strides last year on the field and this team is poised to take the next step. The girls are hungry and we want more. “Our strengths lie in skill, depth and desire. We went 9-10 last season in conference play, so we’re confident that we can improve there and even compete for a conference championship.” — Frangella

QUEEN OF PEACE

2014 RECORD: 6-16 HEAD COACH: Scott Sobol • Who’s gone: Magdaline Bennett, Jasmine Escobedo, Ally Garr, Margaret Keane, Kelly Meloy. • Who’s back: Lindsey Kudecki, P/1B, Jr.; Caitlin Fitzgerald, INF, Jr.; Kayla Rybolt, OF, Jr.; Erin Jones, 3B, Sr.; Emily Janozik, C/INF., Sr.; Abby Bennett, OF, Sr.; Dani Jimenez, OF, Sr.; Jessica Banialis, 1B, Sr. • Who’s new: Amber Anderson, OF/P, So. (.425, four HRs, 20 runs, nine steals); Kellie Tonaskovic, INF/OF/P, So.; Katie O’ Leary, OF, Jr.; Kylie Maloy, P, Sr.; Abby Maloy, C/INF, Jr.; Dana Bunting, P, Jr.; Nicole Pratl, INF/OF, Sr. • Outlook: Though new to the high school game, incoming Pride coach Scott Sobol brings more than 15 years of fast-pitch travel softball coaching experience with him. And he’s surrounding himself with varsity assistants and JV coaches who are schooled in either fast-pitch or college softball. Sobol inherits a club that welcomes back a healthy amount of experience and possesses a fair degree of depth — he considers the Pride two-deep at several positions and points to five different girls as possible contributors in the circle. One of them is sophomore Amber Anderson, whose only season at Mt. Assisi resulted in a .425 average and four homers. Three other newcomers are also transfer students. • Coach’s comments: “I’m very excited about this program. Queen of Peace was kind of down for the past couple of years in softball, struggling to win games and compete, but I believe with the new culture that we’re bringing to the athletic program in general we’ve assembled a team that can compete in the [Girls Catholic Athletic] conference this season. “I’m really excited about our sticks — I think we’re going to hit pretty well as a club. We feature speed and power. I think people are going to be a little surprised by Queen of Peace this season and our ability to be competitive. I think we’re going to thrive.” — Sobol

RICHARDS 2014 RECORD: 22-9 HEAD COACH: Julie Folliard • Who’s gone: Jordan Battels, Victoria Nemec, Molly Pohrebny, Andrea Stengle, Brittany Stengle, Sara Tobin. • Who’s back: Emily Wetzel, INF/C, Sr. (.483, .560 on-base pct., 1.022 slugging pct., 11 HRs, 40 RBI, 34 runs); Sara Kisiak, P/INF, Jr. (17-7, 2.62 ERA, 117 Ks, 29 walks; .458, .577 on-base pct. .696 slugging pct., 23 RBI); Kaitlyn Fetchko, INF, Sr.; Samantha Waller, INF/OF, Sr.; Lauryn McManus, INF, Jr.; Abby Gentile, INF/OF, Sr.; Hailey Czerwinski, OF/C, Sr.; Savanah Julian, C/3B.OF, Jr. • Who’s new: Takesha Powell, OF, Jr.; Becky Wujcik, UTL, So.; Jessica Hayes, C/OF, So.; Meghan Murphy, UTL, Jr.; Bri Senodenos, UTL, Jr.; Katelyn Flahive, P/1B, Fr.; Kelly Lind, OF/SS, Jr.; Gabby Murphy, OF/UTL, Jr. • Outlook: The Bulldogs will look to build on last season’s regional championship with six starters from that team back in the fold. Richards will no doubt miss Molly Pohrebny and Sara Tobin, but the return of power-hitting Emily Wetzel and South Suburban Conference Red Player of the Year Sara Kiziak ensure another strong offensive presence. Veteran coach Julie Folliard is also counting on third-year varsity player Kaitlyn Fetchko for leadership. Fetchko, who earned all-conference recognition last spring, can hit from either side

ing it through despite challenges or disappointments. The coaches aren’t just helping these studentathletes learn wrestling skills, they are instilling life skills.” Blake will introduce the film and hold a question-and-answer session afterward. Tickets are $7 and are being sold through Beverly Arts Center, 2407 West 111th St. in Chicago. To view a trailer and link to ticket sales, visit www. marist.net/wrestling-documentary. “It’s exciting to see a piece of Marist history captured so well,” Tucker said. “And for Ryan, like so many other Marist alumni, to continue to have a love for the school means a lot for our community.”

2014 RECORD: 24-16 HEAD COACH: Jim Fabianski • Who’s gone: Sarah Herold, Karli McLaughlin, Emily Griskell, Brooke Heimerl, Cierra Adamus, Caroline Kuzel. • Who’s back: Katie Krzus, 1B, Sr. (.412, seven HRs, 32 RBI, 30 runs); Brianna Soltis, C/2B, Jr. (.359, five HRs, 30 RBI); Kristen Zarate, OF, Sr.; Madeline Hanley, OF, Sr.; Kasi Sanders, IF, Sr.; Maddie Poole, P, Sr. • Who’s new: Ashley Sood, INF, Fr.; Mikaela Arrendondo P/IF/ OF, Jr.; Niki Saviano, P, Jr.; Paige Chladek, C/1B, Jr.; Dani Amador, INF, So.; Sam Coffel, OF, So.; Taylor Udarbe, INF, Jr.; Maggie Lehr, INF/OF, Jr.; Brit Beveridge OF, Jr. • Outlook: The Eagles were one game away from their second Class 4A championship in four years last spring, a run toward the top that many didn’t expect. But Sandburg put everything together in the latter part of the regular season and got on a timely roll. Sarah Herold’s pitching was a big part of the Eagles’ success, but so too was the potent bat work of Katie Krzus and Brianna Soltis — the former was largely responsible for Sandburg getting past SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue rival Lincoln-Way East in the state semifinals as she went 3-for-4 with a home run and four RBI. Those two players are among six returnees from the runner-up squad. Jim Fabianski, who was chosen as this paper’s softball Coach of the Year in both 2013 and 2014, is hoping Maddie Poole can step in for Herold and become Sandburg’s latest pitching ace. • Coach’s comments: “We are going into this season with a positive outlook. We have a core of players returning and many new faces from which we hope to see significant contributions. Last year’s team made a memorable run at state and a good group of girls who are back this season experienced that run. They definitely have a goal to shoot for.” — Fabianski

SHEPARD

2014 RECORD: 20-10 HEAD COACH: Kelsey Clifford • Who’s gone: Melissa Kelly, Stephanie Brand. • Who’s back: Breanna Graffeo, 3B, Sr. (.495, 34 runs. .906 fielding pct.); Skylor Hilger, SS, Jr. (.471, 29 runs); Bryanna Cross, C, So (.385); Heather O’Kelly, CF, Jr. (.575); Jalyn Stepney, SS, Jr. (.473, seven HRs); Sarah Wedster, LF, Sr. (.410); Jenna Huseinga: IF, So.; Kaitlyn Blanton, RF, Jr. • Who’s new: Erin Buric, P, Fr.; Gabby Graffeo P, So.; April Larson, P, Jr. • Outlook: With two consecutive 20-win seasons under their belts, the Astros are eager for more and positioned to get it as eight players from the 2014 club return. Twelve of Shepard’s victories came in South Suburban Conference play and it could make a serious run at the Red Division title this spring. Coach Kelsey Clifford has definitely infused the Astros with a positive attitude, not surprising in light of their impressive 73-45 ledger during her four years in charge, and they should have the talent on hand to keep things moving forward. Breanna Graffeo, an all-area and all-conference selection as a junior, is Shepard’s big gun. Not only did she compile a sterling .495 batting average and score 34 runs, Graffeo was also an aboveaverage defensive player at the hot corner, as attested to by her .906 fielding percentage. Jalyn Stepney earned all-conference recognition after batting .473, swatting seven homers and leading the team in RBI, Bryanna Cross offers a veteran presence behind the dish and Sarah Wedster will serve as team captain. Skylor Hilger, a top-flight gymnast during the winter, brings athleticism and an agility that will benefit Shepard on both offense and defense and Heather O’Kelly should be an ideal leadoff hitter as well as a competent center fielder. O’Kelly has good speed and a strong arm. • Coach’s comments: “We’re looking forward to a good spring. We have a great deal of talent this year [and] the girls are looking forward to capitalizing on our veteran experience. We plan on utilizing our athleticism, experience and solid skill sets to push through. “Breanna’s leadership and her ability as a catalyst at the plate are vital while Jalyn will move runners around and drive runs in. Breanna will share her veteran experience with a core of young pitching newcomers. Experienced outfielders are a gift, and we’re looking forward to Heather, Sarah and Kaitlyn robbing [teams of] hits and stopping runners.” — Clifford

STAGG 2014 RECORD: 3-20 HEAD COACH: Sarah Bryers • Who’s gone: Emily Abbene, Maggie Hynes, Stephanie Lorenz, Briana Minet • Who’s back: Amanda Collins, 3B/OF/C, Sr.; Noor Elmosa, INF, Jr.; Kyla Frain, SS/3B, Sr.; Stacey Lorenz, OF, So.; Chrissy Magnuson, OF, Jr.; Lexi Minet, OF/P, Sr.; Mia Moustakas, P/3B, Jr.; Sam Owens, 1B/C, Sr.; Abbey Regan, C, Jr.; Brianna Serriella, INF, So. • Who’s new: Amanda Bell, P, Sr.; Kaley Tsenes, OF, Jr.; Heather Watson UTL, Jr. • Outlook: New coach Sarah Bryers has a tall task ahead of her as she takes over the reins of a program that endured one of its toughest campaigns. However, 10 players who’d like nothing better than to put the disappointment of 2014 behind them are back and obviously not short of motivation. Only four of those 10 are seniors, which may account for at least some of last year’s struggles as adjusting to varsity competition can be overwhelming for very young players. The Chargers pleased Bryers with the preseason work ethic they demonstrated and she will try to keep them firmly focused on the here and now, rightly figuring that gradual progress is the best method to eventually re-establish Stagg as a force within the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue. • Coach’s comments: “It’s really been great so far. The girls have a lot of goals to improve. We struggled a bit last year, but we’re a year older and hopefully a year better. We have people in positions that they’re comfortable in and they’re working hard. “I really think the seniors are trying to prove something in their final season, and the rest of the girls look up to them. We’re working little by little in getting better every single game [by] reflecting on previous performances in order to improve in the next game.” — Bryers

MORAINE ATHLETICS WRAP

Cross country runners honored for academics While much of the fall was spent running toward course chutes, Moraine Valley College cross country athletes still found time to handle coursework as well. Four Cyclones were recently honored for their scholastic accomplishments by being named to the National Junior College Cross Country Coaches Association Academic All-America team. One of those runners recognized, sophomore Aileen Gorman, is making a return appearance. Joining Gorman as academic

All-Americans were Tonie Wasco from Moraine’s women’s squad and brothers Anthony and Justin Briante from the men’s team. With that quartet leading the way, both Cyclones programs were 12th nationally in the academic team rankings. Abby Correa, Crystal Flores, Nemy Hernandez, Sarah McCann, Amy Miller and Jackie Navarrete were other female honorees while Braulio Castellanos, Alejandro Montes and Dawid Palac were part of the men’s group along with the Briantes. Moraine has fielded 43

individual academic All-Americans over the past 15 years and 12 AllAmerica teams. “These scholar-athletes are simply outstanding,” Cyclones cross country coach Mark Horstmeyer said. “They attend class full time, work part time and devote countless hours to their studies and sport. Their performance on and off the field speaks highly of them. “I am very proud of their achievement. It is a tremendous honor for See MORAINE, Page 6

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TRINITY SPORTS REPORT

SPORTS WRAP

Stagg soccer players thinking positive Baseball Trolls take By Anthony Nasella Positivity was the watchword for members of Stagg's girls’ soccer team. Three wins in their first four matches helped build some of that upbeat attitude. But what Chargers coach Chris Campos really liked was that Stagg's early success was made possible in part by several non-seniors. “We’re young, but at the same time we’re trying to find a good chemistry early in the season,” he said. “We definitely have a good returning core of veterans mixed with freshman talent. We’ve definitely been successful so far.” The Chargers started off with a 2-1 win over Andrew at the Windy City Ram Classic. On Tuesday they notched a 6-0 victory over Thornton Fractional and then added a 4-0 triumph over De La Salle in the championship bracket on Thursday before dropping a 1-0 decision to Lincoln-Way East on Saturday. Seniors Paulina Stafira and Hannah Mussallem scored two goals apiece to lead Stagg past Thornton Fractional, but three freshmen led the way versus De La Salle. Anna Kois booted home two goals while Ally Mussallem and Angelina Kos-

mas pitched in with one each for the Chargers. “Anna has already scored some goals for us, so we’re excited about her and our other freshman players who are contributing,” Campos said. “There’s a lot of optimism. We’re still a long way away from where we need to be, but we’re happy with the direction we’re going.” Campos said that having Purdue University-bound Hannah Mussallem, who decided to play varsity soccer again after exclusively focusing on gymnastics during her sophomore and junior years, is a big plus to the team. “Hannah is a very gifted athlete who had a tremendous gymnastics career,” he said. “We’re happy to have her on the team for her senior year, and she’s already doing some great things on the field for us.” Meanwhile, Campos said seniors Jillian Atkenson and Allison Stefan represent the “pulse” of the team. Also making a mark in the early season with a pair of shutouts is senior netminder Claire Heneghan. *** Shepard went 2-1 at the Windy City Ram Classic as it defeated Homewood-Flossmoor (3-0) and

two of three from USF

By Amy Strong

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Hair is flying as the ball bounces off Stagg freshman Maja Persa during last Monday’s match versus Andrew.

University (5-0, 12-0) and Judson University (12-0, 9-0) rolled over it. The Trolls had no luck whatsoever against Cougars ace Nicole Nonnemacher, the reigning NAIA Pitcher of the Year. Nonnemacher amassed a career-high 18 strikeouts in Game 1 of a doubleheader and the only hit she yielded was Jayme Love’s fourth-inning single. SXU pounded out 11 hits. It had almost as many in the fourth inning of Game 2 as a 10-hit barrage resulted in nine runs for the Cougars and put the contest in mercy-rule territory. Trinity did better against SXU’s Callie Brown, but the Trolls’ seven hits were scattered well enough to maintain Brown’s shutout. *** The script didn’t change much later in the week as Judson kept Trinity on the slide. Getting only two hits in Game 1 certainly didn’t help the Trolls, but neither did a shaky defense. Adrianna Puente and Christina Pacholik accounted for Trinity’s pair of hits. Puente took the loss in the circle. Jenna Steinkamp suffered the pitching defeat in the second game as the Trolls managed only four hits, all by different players. Trinity was scheduled to host Robert Morris this past Tuesday and Trinity International today.

Trinity Christian College’s baseball team doubled its pleasure last Friday, but it couldn’t give itself a triple treat. Taking both ends of a Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference twinbill from the University of St. Francis highlighted the Trolls’ week. After registering 3-0 and 12-4 triumphs Trinity no doubt was thinking of a series sweep, but the Fighting Saints lived up to their nickname by fighting their way to a 1-0 win on Saturday. Before that happened, though, the Trolls (11-11, 4-2) had some fun. It began with pitcher Nick Nauracy’s one-hit gem that featured USF putting only one man on base through five innings. The Saints had a golden opportunity to erase their goose egg in the sixth, but they failed to capitalize on a bases-loaded, no-out situation. In a contest that lasted just over an hour, Trinity gave Nauracy the only run he’d need when Joe McCaw stroked an RBI hit in the fourth. McCaw slammed a ball over the fence two stanzas later and the Trolls used the second of two Marty Mennenga hits to finalize the verdict. *** Before tangling with the Saints, Trinity engaged Grace College in a nonconference doubleheader last Tuesday. The Trolls broke even for the day as GOLF they defeated the Lancers 6-2 in The Trolls were idle last week the opener but dropped a 5-2 but will be part of the field at verdict in Game 2. Indiana Wesleyan University on Friday and Saturday.

Joliet West (1-0) last Tuesday and Wednesday, respectively, before suffering a 1-0 setback against Beecher in a Saturday quarterfinal. Rebecca McNicholas (two goals) and Kelly Evancich (goal, two assists) led the Astros past H-F while Heather Banis earned the shutout. The latter was also credited with the whitewash versus the Tigers as Jenny Kempczynski delivered the match's lone goal on a corner kick and Kelly Evancich collected her third assist of the season. *** Stagg’s Jillian Atkenson picks up the ball Chicago Christian opened after it rolls out of bounds last Monday its 2015 campaign in win- against Andrew. ning fashion on Saturday with a 3-1 decision over EverRiverside-Brookfield edged green Park 1 Emily Lemmenes Shepard 8-7 on Thursday. had two goals and an assist to pace the host Knights. SOFTBALL BOYS' WATER POLO It was a rough week for the Sandburg rolled over Lincoln- Trolls, who fell four times in BADMINTON After getting tagged with two Way North 13-6 last Wednes- CCAC play and saw their overlosses and playing to a tie at day and Hinsdale South 14-3 all ledger dip to 4-10. Trinity the Downers Grove North Tri- on Thursday. Shepard was on failed to score any runs as both angular last Monday, Sandburg the opposite end of the spectrum NAIA No. 7-ranked St. Xavier rebounded to rout Lincoln-Way both days as it dropped decisions North 13-2 in a SouthWest Sub- to Andrew (11-6) and Riversideurban Conference crossover on Brookfield (16-2). Thursday. Beating the Eagles at Down- GIRLS' WATER POLO Stagg fell short against both ers were the host school and Purdue University-bound Hannah Mussallem gets ready to boot the ball Evanston, both by 8-0 scores. Morton (11-5 last Monday) and downfield for Stagg in its season-opener against District 230 sister school Sandburg played West Aurora Bremen Co-op (14-5 on Friday Andrew last Monday. The Chargers edged the Thunderbolts 2-1. in the latter's invitational). to a 4-all stalemate.

TRACK & FIELD

Also back in action on Saturday will be the men’s and women’s track squads, which begin their outdoor season at Knox College in Galesburg.

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For Astros, Skylor has no limit By Anthony Nasella On opening day Shepard wound up flying Skylor high. The Astros’ prospects against neighboring Chicago Christian last Thursday looked rather bleak as the game headed into the bottom of the seventh. The Knights held a 5-2 lead and were poised to send Shepard away unhappy, but then Skylor Hilger intervened. The junior played the role of heroine to perfection by slugging a grand slam that lifted the Astros to a come-from-behind 6-5 victory. Buoyed by that rather improbable success, Shepard went on to win twice more last week, both times by large margins over Hinsdale South, which succumbed 14-3 and 13-3 on Saturday. But that pair of slaughter-rule triumphs — the Hornets were vanquished in five innings in Game 1 and six in Game 2 — might not have been possible without the momentum given to the Astros by Hilger’s Thursday dramatics. “That first win was obviously a nice way to open up the season,” Shepard coach Kelsey Clifford said. “We have a really solid defense and we also have a larger pitching staff than last season, [so] we have a lot more flexibility. “The girls came out excited to play their first spring game. The excitement level was

high, and it was really high when Skylor hit the big grand slam.” “As long as we stay healthy, we should be pretty solid,” Clifford said. “We’re still a pretty young team and I was able to play most of my young players in those first three games. So I think our flexibility is something that will be a strength to this team.”

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN

The Knights’ shocking loss to Shepard was their only setback of opening week. Chicago Christian defeated Oak Lawn (5-0) on Wednesday and Guerin Prep (11-1) on Saturday while battling St. Edward to a 6-all standoff in last Monday’s debut. “Looking back, the St. Edward game was a game that we should have won,” Knights coach Kevin Pittman said. “We had the bases loaded in the eighth and [runners on] second and third with nobody out. We got the tying run across, but we were unable to get the winning run.”

MOTHER MCAULEY

The Mighty Macs opened their 2015 season last Thursday with a 3-1 loss against Tinley Park but redeemed themselves on Friday by routing Richards 12-0 in five innings. Senior Dara Sanders went 3-for-3 with a

Community Sports News MUSTANGS WIN TRACK INVITATIONAL

Seven event wins helped Evergreen Park amass 140 team points and cruise to a 38-point victory over runner-up Lemont at the latter’s boys’ track indoor invitational on Saturday. Josh Carter was the Mustangs’ standout as he triumphed in two individual events and as a member of Evergreen’s 800-meter relay unit along with Kris Nichols, Charles Taylor and Sean Ryan. The foursome clocked a winning time of 1 minute, 35.92 seconds. Carter’s solo successes came in the 55dash (6.80) and long jump (19 feet, 6 ½ inches).

TRINITY TABS BUTSKI AS MEN’S VOLLEYBALL COACH

Trinity Christian College has hired Jim Butski as its coach for men’s volleyball, which becomes a varsity sport in the 2015-16 school year. Butski has been involved in volleyball coaching for 15 years and guided collegiate, high school and club teams. His most recent stop was at Bluefield (Va.) College, where he oversaw both the men’s and women’s programs. Other stints were spent at Johnson University-Florida (formerly Florida Christian College) as the women’s coach, Indian Rocks Christian School and Martin County High School as well as with multiple club teams between 2003-11, four of which

two-run homer and three RBI to pace Mother McAuley in its win and she also did solid work as a pitcher. The Bulldogs managed to get only five hits off Sanders while striking out eight times. Amy Balich and Maryssa Vela matched Sanders with three-hit performances and Emily Rux supplied two as the Macs finished with 17. That was a far cry from what they had done versus Tinley, which limited McAuley to four hits.

STAGG

The Chargers went 1-3 in their first week of games with the victory coming by a 3-0 count over Oak Lawn on Saturday. Stagg triumphed just three times during the 2014 season. Doling out setbacks to the Chargers were Nazareth Academy (9-0 last Monday), Tinley Park (11-0 in five innings on Tuesday) and TF South (13-0 in five stanzas on Friday).

OAK LAWN

The loss to Stagg was one of three the Spartans suffered in their opening week. They were also shut out by Lincoln-Way North (40) and Chicago Christian (5-0) on Monday and Wednesday, respectively.

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earned top-10 finishes at the AAU/USAV Nationals. them and Moraine Valley.” In addition Butski has been an instructor and diMoraine’s women won Illinois rector at numerous camps and clinics designed for a Skyway Collegiate Conference variety of age levels. and Region IV championships last fall and wound up 24th at the National Junior College Athletic TARVER QUALIFIES FOR NATIONAL Association meet. Gorman became WRESTLING EVENT Savanna Tarver, a junior at Shepard who was a the Cyclones’ first All-American member of the wrestling team and scored her first in her second national event and on-the-mat victory over a male opponent during the was a two-time recipient of allconference and all-region designa2014-15 season, is headed to Oklahoma. Tarver will compete with Team Illinois in Satur- tion. Correa, Flores and Navarrete day’s national finals after winning her weight class also got chosen for the All-ISCC for Illinois Girls Wrestling last weekend. The Worth and All-Region IV teams. On the men’s side, Palac was resident pinned all three females she faced en route a two-time national qualifier and to the championship. Astros coach Scott Richardson will accompany twice was tabbed for both the allconference and all-region units. Tarver to Oklahoma. Anthony Briante achieved all of those feats for the first time in 2014. SOUTH SIDE SHOOTERS *** HAVE PLAYER OPENING The spring sports schedule has The South Side Shooters 5th-grade basketball yet to get into full swing, but Moteam needs one player to complete its spring roster. raine’s baseball team did squeeze Practices are held at Moraine Valley College in one game last week, though it and the Shooters compete in local tournaments. To probably wished it hadn’t. The Cyschedule a tryout or for more information, contact clones were blanked 6-0 by South Bill Finn at 508-0170 or coachfinn34@yahoo.com. Suburban College.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO NATIONAL CITY REAL ESTATE SERVICES, LLC, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE, INC., FORMERLY KNOWN AS NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE CO. DOING BUSINESS AS COMMONWEALTH UNITED MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.JOSE CASTANON, NORMA CASTANON, WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Defendants 13 CH 21517 8649 OAKHILL COURT HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 27, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 28, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8649 OAKHILL COURT, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-02-110-035-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story, single family home with a two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1313091. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1313091 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 13 CH 21517 TJSC#: 35-1553 I649139

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (FANNIE MAE), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.ANGELO GARCIA, TCF NATIONAL BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 18474 10603 SOUTH 80TH COURT PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 10, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 16, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10603 SOUTH 80TH COURT, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-217-038-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story, single family home; attached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1317230. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1317230 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 18474 TJSC#: 35-3920 I649727

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For Rent IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NA; P l a i n t i f f , v s . KRZSZTOF SNIEWSKI; SCENIC TREE C O N D O M I N I U M ASSOCIATION; Defendants, 14 CH 13961 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 8432 West 103rd Terrace Unit 208, Palos Hills, IL 60465. P.I.N. 23-11-302-003-1384. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 14-019061 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I647971

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS SUCCESSOR TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR C-BASS MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-CB8 Plaintiff, -v.JAMES L. GOGGINS, ANGELIA F. GOGGINS, CAPITAL ONE BANK Defendants 09 CH 13148 12959 SOUTH MEADE AVENUE Palos Heights, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 12, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 24, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12959 SOUTH MEADE AVENUE, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-32-119-016-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $558,357.92. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C14-95985. 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. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C14-95985 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 09 CH 13148 TJSC#: 35-4439 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.RICHARD POSTILLION, ANITA NAMBO A/K/A ANITA POSTILLION, RICHARD V. POSTILLION, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE RICHARD V. POSTILLION REVOCABLE TRUST, AMENDED AND RESTATED OCTOBER 30, 2013, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, MB FINANCIAL BANK, N.A., CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE RICHARD V. POSTILLION REVOCABLE TRUST, AMENDED AND RESTATED OCTOBER 30, 2013, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 017778 9712 S. 81ST COURT 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 February 25, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 23, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9712 S. 81ST COURT, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-203-009. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-19836. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-19836 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 017778 TJSC#: 35-4371 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. I650334

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK NA AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF BANC OF AMERICA ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2004-4; MORTGAGE P A S S THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2004-4; P l a i n t i f f , v s . UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OFJOSE J. N E V A R E Z ; YOLANDA A. NEVAREZ; BROOK HILLS H O M E O W N E R ' S ASSOCIATION; BROOK HILLS, PUD UNIT SIX HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION; CITIZENS C O M M U N I T Y BANK OF ILLINOIS; PRAIRIE TRAIL CREDIT U N I O N ; JOSE NEVAREZ, JR.; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND L E G A T E E S OF YOLANDA A. NEVAREZ, IF ANY; UNKNOWN O W N E R S AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 10 CH 33517 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, April 17, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 27-31-105-005-0000. Commonly known as 11744 Cranna Court, Orland Park, IL 60467. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W 1 0 2 8 9 3 . INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I648710

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR WAMU MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-PR4 TRUST Plaintiff, -v.LORETA V. JUREVICIENE AKA LORETA JUREVICIENE, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 44774 8532 W. Loveland Palos Hills, IL 60465

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Commonly known as 8532 W. Loveland, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-110-044-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $358,289.74. Sale terms: 25% of the bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 12 CH 44774 TJSC#: 35-3789 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NA; P l a i n t i f f , v s . PAUL ALDWORTH; DEBORAH M. ALDWORTH AKA DEBORAH ALDWORTH; BROOK HILLS H O M E O W N E R S ASSOCIATION; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; D e f e n d a n t s , ) 11 CH 31016 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 11573 Brook Hill Drive, Orland Park, IL 60467. P.I.N. 27-30-407-001-0000. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 14-017862 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I649578

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NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 26, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 28, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS T R U S T E E , SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF A M E R I C A , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE AS S U C C E S S O R BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS A S S E T BACKED SECURITIES I LLC, ASSET BACKEDCERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-EC1 Plaintiff, v s . THERESA POSPISIL; DAVID POSPISIL Defendants, 13 CH 18345 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, April 20, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 8812 West 103rd Place, Palos Hills, Il 60465. P.I.N. 23-15-202-008-0000. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 13-022451 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I649541

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N CENTRAL MORTGAGE COMPANY P l a i n t i f f , v . JAN GRYGIEL, EWA GRYGIEL D e f e n d a n t s 10 CH 21679 9009 SOUTH 85TH AVENUE HICKORY HILLS, IL 6 0 4 5 7 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 15, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 16, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9009 SOUTH 85TH AVENUE, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-02-104-001-0000. The real estate is improved with a yellow, brick, ranch home; two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1009398. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1009398 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 10 CH 21679 TJSC#: 35-878 I647765

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NA AS TRUSTEE FOR WASHINGTON MUTUAL ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES WMABS SERIES 2006-HE4 TRUST Plaintiff, -v.NAGLA T. ELHASSAN A/K/A NAGLA ELHASSAN, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., CIT LOAN CORPORATION F/K/A THE CIT GROUP/CONSUMER FINANCE, INC., WORLDWIDE ASSET PURCHASING, LLC, BROOK HILLS HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 09 CH 043338 11765 S. BROOKSHIRE DRIVE ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 4, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 14, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11765 S. BROOKSHIRE DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-30-310-004. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-09-26139. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-09-26139 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 09 CH 043338 TJSC#: 35-3914 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. I649387

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FV-I, INC. IN TRUST FOR MORGAN STANLEY MORTGAGE CAPITAL HOLDINGS LLC Plaintiff, -v.JAMES MCAULIFFE A/K/A JAMES C. MCAULIFFE, AGNIESZKA CYGAN A/K/A AGNIESZKA MCAULIFFE, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST CO., AS TRUSTEE UTA DTD 2/17/10 KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 8002354487, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, JAMES D. SCHLENKER, M.D., S.C., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST CO., AS TRUSTEE UTA DTD 2/17/10 KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 8002354487 Defendants 11 CH 39357 9014 STRATFORD 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 January 20, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 21, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9014 STRATFORD LANE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-10-411-002-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story, single family home with a two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce. com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1124881. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1124881 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 11 CH 39357 TJSC#: 35-1118 I648459

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Garage Doors For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.GREGORY MARINO A/K/A GREGORY P. MARINO, KIMBERLY S. MARINO, FERTILITY CENTERS OF ILLINOIS, S.C. Defendants 12 CH 34605 16731 HIGHVIEW AVENUE ORLAND HILLS, IL 60487 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 9, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 13, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 16731 HIGHVIEW AVENUE, ORLAND HILLS, IL 60487 Property Index No. 27-27-205-006-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story, single family home with a two car detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1218481. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1218481 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 34605 TJSC#: 35-4032 I649352

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.LINDA S GLOVER, PEDRO S CARABALLO AKA PEDRO SOTERO CARABALLO AKA PEDRO CARABALLO, STANDARD BANK AND TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE UTA DTD 06/30/04 KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 18348 Defendants 12 CH 06082 9044 WEST 93RD STREET HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 15, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 15, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:. Commonly known as 9044 WEST 93RD STREET, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-03-415-033-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached 1 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1201803. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www. tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 Attorney File No. PA1201803 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 06082 TJSC#: 35-883 I648345

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.CYNTHIA A. SHLAUSTAS, NOTTINGHAM MANOR CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Defendants 14 CH 5431 9832 NOTTINGHAM AVENUE UNIT 2 Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO MIDAMERICA BANK, FSB Plaintiff, -v.MARCIN SADOWSKI, THE RIVIERA IN PALOS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 27017 8 COUR MICHELE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 2, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 5, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8 COUR MICHELE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-23-111-009-0000. The real estate is improved with a seven unit condominium building; no garage-car ports. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1213547. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www. tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 Attorney File No. PA1213547 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 27017 TJSC#: 35-1886 I649752

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N TALMER BANK AND TRUST, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO FIRST PLACE BANK P l a i n t i f f , v . BRUCE SACHS, JOYCE SACHS D e f e n d a n t s 12 CH 32630 8300 WEST KIMBER LANE PALOS PARK, IL 60464 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 13, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 14, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8300 WEST KIMBER LANE, PALOS PARK, IL 60464 Property Index No. 23-23-403-007-0000. The real estate is improved with a tan, brick, split level, single family home with a two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1214473. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1214473 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 32630 TJSC#: 35-721 I647859

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Thursday, March 26, 2015

Section 2

Out & About

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

BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS This Week The Bridge Teen Center programs Paint on Water: Turkish Paper Marbling 4:30 to 6 p.m. today (Thursday), The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, will host a program to teach students the technique of paper marbling. Students will learn how to paint on top of water, then transfer the paint to paper. Latest Tech Gadgets – 5 to 6 p.m. today, a program with Best Buy for students to test out all the latest tech gadgets. Terraplane with Oberweis – 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. March 27, weekly Friday Night Live event with live music from Terraplane and with free ice cream from Oberweis. Super Smash Brothers Tournament – 4 to 5 p.m. March 31, a Super Smash Brothers Tournament. Winners will receive a free soda from the cafe. Project Serve: Story Time – 5 to 6 p.m. March 31 and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 7, The Bridge will host a service project for high school students to teach preschool children how to read. During the first week of this program high school students will be given a training session led by Sylvan Learning Center to help them feel prepared to teach. The second week of this program students will travel to Barnes and Noble, for their preschool story time, to be paired up and to read with them during story time. Comic Books: Super Heroes and Beyond – 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. April 1, The Bridge Teen Center will host a program for students to hang out and talk about their favorite comic books. Destress Yoga – 5 to 6 p.m. April 2 and 9, yoga program to help students increase their flexibility, tone their muscles and feel relaxed. These free events are for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information, call 532-0500.

Seder luncheon A seder meal luncheon is offered at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, on Tuesday, March 31, at noon. The Rev. Chris Hopkins and her husband Dr. William Hopkins will invite participants to share in the readings and partake of a traditional Jewish Seder Passover meal, and then conclude the program with a Christian understanding of the Last Supper Passover meal. The luncheon costs $18, and requires advance reservations. Call The Center at 361-3650.

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in Palos Park, on the first and third Tuesdays of April and May, from 9:15 until 11:45 a.m., beginning April 7. Under the guidance of MaryAnn Grzych of Palos Heights, the class shares and supportively critiques each others’ works as they learn together to express significant feelings and ideas through their writings. The cost of the workshop is $37 for four sessions. Registration is required. Call 361-3650.

Junior Farmers classes New seven-week sessions of Junior Farmer Classes will begin at The Children’s Farm at The Center on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday, April 6 through 11. The Children’s Farm is located at 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Junior Farmers is an opportunity for children, age three to twelve, to learn about and enjoy the life of the farm. The highlight of the spring season for Junior Farmer program is the opportunity to prepare for the arrival of the spring’s baby animals, to build nests for the chickens, ducks and geese, and to help the farm get ready for the warmer weather. The Junior Farmer program is led by Children’s Farm program coordinator Kay Ardizzone. Junior Farmer classes meet one hour each week. Classes are available for children age three to six on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., and on Saturday at 10 a.m. or 11:30 a.m.; for children age 6 to 8 on Saturday at 2 p.m.; for children age 6 to 12 on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at 4 p.m.; and for children age 9 to 12 on Saturday at 3 p.m. The cost of the seven-week program is $91. Advance registration is required. Call The Center at 361-3650. For more information, visit www.thecenterpalos.org.

‘Roadside History of Illinois’ meet author

A poetry workshop will be offered at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway

Chicago author Stan “Tex” Banash will discuss his third book, “Roadside History of Illinois,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 2, at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. Banash will explain the book’s Stan “Tex” Banash seven regions, several interesting trip segments, describe some of his research, and then point out a number of significant happenings about Illinois history that shaped the state. The book begins with the Ice Age and carries readers to the present along old U.S. highways, state roadways and county roads, leading to the people, places and events that contributed to the state’s development. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and inscription following the talk. The author graduated from Northwestern University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and obtained a Master of Arts degree in Urban Studies from Roosevelt University. His two earlier books were Best of Dee Brown’s West and Dee Brown’s Civil War Anthology. He also reviews books for a number of western publications, and is a member of Western Writers of America, the Society of Midland Authors, Western History Association, and the Westerners—Chicago Corral, where he served as its sheriff for five years.

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1. Uptown Funk!, Mark Ronson, featuring Bruno Mars, Elektra 2. Thinking Out Loud, Ed Sheeran, Atlantic 3. Sugar, Maroon 5, Interscope Records 4. Love Me Like You Do, Ellie Goulding, Interscope Records 5. FourFiveSeconds, Rihanna, Kanye West, Paul McCartney, Roc Nation 6. Style, Taylor Swift, Big Machine Records 7. Earned It (Fifty Shades of Grey), The Weeknd, Motown/Universal 8. Take Me to Church, Hozier, Columbia 9. Time of Our Lives, Pitbull & Ne-Yo, RCA Inspiration

Womantalk Discussion The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, will host its monthly Womantalk coffee hour and discussion on Tuesday, March 31, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Led by MaryAnn Grzych, ladies are invited to join the discussion of Simple Abundance by Sarah Ban Breathnach or other inspirational readings that participants wish to bring. There is no cost, but advance reservations are required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Upcoming Poetry class

The failed revival of Sean Penn’s career For Sean Penn, the film “The Gunman” is a cross between a vanity project and an attempt to reinvent his career. With the help of director Pierre Morel who successfully reinvented Liam Nesson’s career with the “Taken” trilogy, this is an attempt to bring Penn back to the limelight as an action star. Co-written by Penn, this film is based upon the1981 pulp fiction novel by Jean-Patrick Manchette titled “The Prone Gunman.” The book may be good but it was not adapted well to the big screen. At best, the screenplay seems like something that would work well for a made for TV film with C or D list talent, not something meant to be released to cinemas across the world. This film starts in 2006 in the Democratic Republic of Congo during a period of unrest and tension. Former Special Forces soldier Jack Terrier (Penn) works for a shadowy agency that does security work for a mining company. What he really does is unethical jobs that big time corporations will pay big money to keep off the books. Terrier’s latest job finds him needing to assassinate the country’s powerful Minister of Mining. Following basic movie plot structure, when the job is done he is forced to leave the country and the love of his life Annie (Jasmine Trinica). It’s a boring love story between the two that the director tries to spice up with a Hollywood love triangle involving Felix (Javier Bardem). For Bardem, this role is a waste of his talents. He tries to make Felix memorable but fails to bring any life into this lifeless character. The majority of the film takes place six years after the earlier events. Jack is now reformed and doing humanitarian work to atone for his sins. While

TONY PINTO doing his good work, he gets attacked and his past comes back to haunt him. From here on out, the film’s just Jack trying to figure out who from his shadowy past is out to kill him. The film is pretty straightforward until the final quarter when we meet an Interpool agent (Idris Elba). Everything that happens beyond that point is just idiotic, from the way people die, to the way the characters flash their guns around, shooting in public with no one noticing, or caring, or reacting in any way. Is this just a normal day in Spain? Everything before that point is very predictable. A lot of the fight scenes look very rushed, it’s almost as if they want to skip some of the fight scenes all together. You’ll end up seeing better fight scenes on a weekly TV drama. Action star and box office draw are two things not often associated with Penn. With “The Gunman,” that changes as he is required to be a two-fisted, gun-toting action hero in this bland story. These are two things which Penn does not accomplish in this lackluster film. Give this film a few days and you won’t even remember it is out. Overall this is an un-memorable attempt to make Sean Penn the action star he is not. —Tony Pinto’s grade: D-

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Out & About

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

American Dance Center earns international dance recognition ADC group invited to global event in Hollywood

The American Dance Center school in Orland Park and Homewood will be recognized along with other worldwide dance companies for artistic goals and achievements at the prestigious International Dance Excellence Festival in Hollywood, Calif. The American Dance Center (ADC) staff and student body with locations in Orland Park and Homewood, are proud to be the only school selected to represent the state of Illinois at the 2015 Dance Excellence InSupplied photo ternational Dance Festival in Los Angeles, Twins Drew and Kali Treptow, age 5, enjoy the Easter Egg Roundup and March 29-April 4. This prestigious weeklong pancake breakfast at the Children’s Farm in Palos Park. Volunteers will global event pays tribute to outstanding work again paint bunny noses, whiskers, etc. on the kids at the event to be held Saturday, April 4. in dance education and performance. Dance educators from the United States will join leaders in dance from eight countries as Supplied photos part of a an international exchange for cultural The 2015 ADC Illinois delegates are top row: enrichment. The arts have always claimed a Summer Reyes, Diamond Hines, Aurora Slivinski, unique connection in developing universal Sydney Reyes, Hailey Staunton, bottom row: relationships and trust. Hannah Stovall, Kyra Laster, Chloe Williams and Maria Villari is director of the ADC’s Jazz and Tap Jack and Kathleen Villari, founders and di- Imani Wade. divisions. rectors of the ADC, will be recognized for their Because of this special recognition, nine cur- two dancers from dedication to dance at the Festival’s Global Awards dinner and show. Their distinguished rent ADC students and their parents will join each state and record as performers, choreographers, pro- in the celebrations. The dancers will have the country. They will A pancake breakfast will again tween 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. There be offered at the annual Easter Egg is no admission fee for adults or ducers, directors, authors and educators has opportunity to share their love of dance with also perform in the Roundup at the Children’s Farm, older siblings. contributed to the development of America’s new friends from Alaska, Australia, Canada, Awards show. This which will take place the day rich dance heritage. Serving the Chicagoland England, Gibraltar, Philippines, Scotland, and International FestiThe pancake breakfast is sponbefore Easter on Saturday, April sored by the Palos Heights Kiwanis area for 44 years, the mission of the ADC United Arab Emirates. Dance Excellence has val experience will 4, at 12700 Southwest Highway, Club as a benefit for The Center. is to promote quality training, diversity and also commissioned master teachers and Arts be a life-changing Palos Park. cultural exchanges. With six studios and a & Entertainment professionals in dance, voice, event for the dancFrom 8 to 11 a.m. in the farm’s Children, age 9 and younger, Anderson Activity Center, all-youstaff of 20, it is one of the most prominent acting, auditioning, television, and feature ers, as they join dance facilities in the Midwest. The ADC films, to integrate daily classes in all areas other ADC graduaccompanied by parents, are in- can-eat pancakes, sausages, orange ates now bringing Jack and Kathleen Villari, vited for a special day of collecting juice and coffee are provided for $6 has received congressional and community of performance and production. Most of the selected teenage dancers started the joy of dance founders of the American and decorating an egg from the per adult and $3 per child. Freshly awards and letters of recognition for their high training at the ADC when they were 4 to 7 throughout the Dance Center. standards and cultural contributions. chicken coop, visiting the bun- grilled hot dogs are for sale at the Jack and Kathleen have been recognized years old. They will present three diverse world. nies, riding a horse, seeing the farm pavilion throughout the day, The ADC is celebrating 44 years of qual- farm animals wearing their best as are fresh baked goods. as Outstanding Dance Educators of America dance styles before the esteemed adjudicators by the international dance publication, Dance of the International Performance Boards at the ity dance education and production. It has Easter bonnets, meeting the Easter Easter Egg Roundup tickets are Magazine and have represented the United Long Beach Convention Center. They are also been described as “A cultural gem in Chicago Bunny, and finding a colored egg limited in number and can be purStates as master teachers at the International hard at work preparing several performance Southland” and a tribute to the cultural and in the Easter Bunny’s Magic Forest. chased at The Center lodge on the Asian Dance Exchange in the Philippines. pieces for audiences at the Hollywood Stage performing arts in the community. Nearly 100 volunteers will be on west side of 12700 Southwest HighThe American Dance Center is now taking hand to help young children have way or by calling 361-3650. PanThey also authored the world’s best-selling, in Disneyland. Participants will be engaged in dance anthology, “Official Guide to Disco cultural sightseeing tours, attend the Broadway registrations for summer classes in all styles a wonderful time. cake breakfast tickets are available Dance Steps,” translated in eight foreign musical, Newsies, at the historic, Pantages of dance, for children, teens, and adults, from Advance tickets are required for at the lodge or at the breakfast. For languages and a classic in major libraries Theater, meet the cast after the show, and beginner to advanced levels. Online registra- children because the farm has to more information, call The Center tions, schedules, and faculty at www.ameri- have enough eggs and treats for at 361-3650. including the Lincoln Center and Kennedy audition for professional jobs. Highlighting the week will be a gala Global candancecenter.net. or call 349-4964. Library collections. all the young children who visit. Jack is listed in the Cambridge, Eng- Awards dinner and show. ADC scholarship Tickets cost $22 per child and are — The Children’s — The American Dance Center available for each half-hour beland publication of International Leaders in graduate Maddi Stanford was selected by audiFarm of The Center Achievement and America’s Who’s Who in tion to join the world-traveling show group, The Entertainment. He negotiated an unprecedented Young Americans and will perform with them at foreign exchange agreement with the Russian the closing Awards show. Current ADC dancers consulate to have Gold Medal winners and Hannah Stovall, (Frankfort) and Aurora Slivstars of the famous, Bolshoi Ballet of Russia inksi (Lemont) have been selected to perform dance as soloists in his Chicago Southland with the Festival Dance Company, comprised of based American Dance Center Ballet Company. The company also featured soloists from American Ballet Theater, New York City Ballet, The Royal Winnipeg, The Landscape Architects & Contractors Joffrey and Stuttgart Ballets. Our District 230 high schools are recognized for Kathleen has been listed in Outacademic excellence, quality educational programs, standing Women of America and great teachers and fiscal responsibility to taxpayers. choreographed an award-winning USO Show Tour to the Far East Just a few highlights … under the auspices of The United THE ONLY States Department of Defense. 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