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Vorva tells you what to do when a congressman extends his hand to you See page 3 Oak Lawn fire captain who witnesses suicide is promoted to assistant fire chief See page 3

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Evergreen Park’s Chef Kate Bradley, tossing some pizza dough in the air, is a mainstay at various libraries in the area, teaching people of various ages the fun and fine art of cooking.

Chef Kate EP’s Bradley has a huge following on the library circuit

Rakow has nothing against animals but he thinks that people – especially the homeless – should be a priority with some charities See Page 6

By Claudia Parker Correspondent

Divine Dining looks at the reopened CoCo’s in Hickory Hills Page 11

Palos Hills is talkin’ about the Webb boys

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

columnists Jeff Vorva........................3 Bob Rakow........................6 Wine Guy..........................12

When Evergreen Park’s Kate Bradley isn’t whipping up Boston crème pies, she’s out running, hoping to qualify for the next Boston Marathon.

After all, a girl has to keep moving to balance out all the sampling she does in the kitchen.

Bradley, who is known to many as Chef Kate, has been an avid runner since high school. She’ll be running the Illinois Marathon April 26. It will be her fifth marathon and if she runs it in 3 hours and 45 minutes or less, she can qualify for the Boston Marathon.

But she is known around the suburbs more for her cooking and she appears at many libraries and events teaching kids and adults about the fine art of her craft.

For nearly eight years, Bradley has been adding spice to the lives of library patrons with cooking demonstrations. This sought-after certified chef is a graduate from

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By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

The family of Brittany Wawrzyniak is continuing its push for perceived justice this week by staging a Saturday rally near the Worth boat launch and a visit to Tuesday’s village board meeting.

The rally is set for 3 p.m. at the Christensen Terrace Centre, 115th Street and Beloit Avenue.

Rebecca Tully, Wawrzyniak’s mother, plans to make a presentation that will summarize all the family knows about her daughter’s Nov. 8 death.

“I’m pretty nervous,” Tully said.

The rally was initially set for noon at a park in Oak Lawn, but the time and location were changed due to scheduling conflicts.

The Worth Village Board meeting will be held at 7 p.m. and has been moved from Village Hall to the Christensen Terrace in anticipation in a large crowd.

Both the rally and the appearance at Tuesday’s board meeting are designed to bring more attention to the case, which the family believes is being neglected by Worth police, Tully said.

Police have refused to comment on the case because it is an ongoing investigation.

Efforts to contact Mayor Mary Werner Monday and Tuesday were unsuccessful.

Tully and her family have tirelessly promoted the rally, passing out approximately 1,000 flyers throughout Worth. She said it’s difficult to gauge how many people will attend the event.

“I have no idea,” Tully said.

“I’m surprised how many people are following what’s going on.”

Tully said she’s received several calls and emails from people she doesn’t know voicing concern about the case.

“It’s amazing to me how much strangers care,” she said.

the esteemed Kendall College of Culinary Arts.

Like butter on a biscuit, Bradley is spread across Chicagoland, covering 52 libraries.

The going rate for a cooking class ranges from $40 to $90. But at most libraries, a Bradley demonstration can cost $3, which gets a patron a seat and a sample of food during Bradley’s 90-minute class.

During a pizza class with schoolaged kids last Thursday at the Evergreen Park Library, there wasn’t a scrap of her delights to be found after her presentation.

The students gobbled up three types of pizza, including a dessert brownie pizza. The kids seemed to love her presentation, except when she announced that the next youth class would feature how Several hundred people atto make salad. That drew a few tended a November vigil at the groans and jeers. boat launch, 115th Street and She is lively, bouncy and funny Beloit Avenue, which was held when she gives her presentation. days after Wawrzyniak died. Ad“I never imagined I’d be doing They came back for seconds. Students at the Evergreen Park ditionally, The RIP Brittany this,” she said. “I used to be terri- Library couldn’t get enough of Chef Kate Bradley’s pizza after Facebook page, created shortly (Continued on page 4) one of her classes last Thursday.

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Webb Chevy ready to move into vacant Sid’s property

By Kelly White Correspondent

A.J. Pasek was absent.

“All of us are anxious to see this property utilized in a healthy Despite two aldermen trying business way,” Kleefisch said. to put the brakes on a goodwill “However, I feel residents may gesture, the rest of the Palos Hills want their voices heard on this city council steered a clear path matter, concerning the temporary for a Webb Chevrolet dealership use of the property.” to come to town.

Knox agreed.

The council voted 7-2 last “Residents are concerned with Thursday to grant the dealership what kind of business is going a special-use permit for the newly up behind their houses. They purchased property located at the should be made aware of what old Sid’s property at 11164 South- is going to take place prior to it west Highway to park vehicles happening.” before the business opens.

Mayor Jerry Bennett suggested Aldermen Martin Kleefisch and the drawing up of a agreement Joan Knox (1st Ward) voted against upon which Webb Chevy would the permit, citing a potential incon- be allowed to temporarily use the venience to neighbors. Alderman location as a special-use zoned

Photo by Jeff Vorva

The old Sid’s site in Palos Hills will become a Webb Chevrolet dealership later this year. property to store the vehicles until meeting with the Planning and Zoning Board, then begin construction and eventually open for business. City Attorney George Pappas will draw up a temporary ordinance permitting the special-

use and allowing Webb to begin moving cars to the location immediately.

“Basically, all the company is asking for is to park cars there,” Bennett said, “They are a family-owned company with

a good name and reputation.

I think we should give them a chance.”

“I understand the aldermen’s concern,” William Hansen (3rd Ward) said. “But they already (Continued on page 5)

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Williams, 34, both of Chicago, were charged with unlawfully delivery of a controlled sub Abdalsalam Shalabi, 30, of Chi- Daniel J. Gerl, 32, of Hickory stance within 1,000 feet of a cago Ridge, was charged with do- Hills, was charged with posses- school March 19 after a stop at mestic battery March 18 following sion of controlled substance 87th Street and Kedzie Avenue, a disturbance in the 7000 block March 14 after a stop at 87th police said. of 99th Street, police said.

Street and California Avenue, *** *** police said.

Lameeka Griffin, 19, Chicago, Kim Coleman, 26, of Chicago *** was charged with retail theft Ridge, was charged with driv- Eric L. Eberhardt, 56, Chi- March 19 after allegedly stealing on a suspended license and cago, was charged with pos- ing goods from Wal-Mart, 2500 speeding March 21 after she was session of a fictitious ID card, S. 95th St., police said. stopped at 99th Street and Not- which he allegedly used to cash tingham Avenue, police said. a fraudulent check after a March *** 14 arrest in the 9500 block of Edwin Perez, 30, of Burbank, Kedzie Avenue, police said. was charged with driving on a *** suspended license and improper Pierre L. Barnes, 20, of Chica- Arabiah M. Abushahani, 23, lane use March 21 after being go, was charged with possession of Bridgeview, was charged with stopped at 95th Street and Harlem of marijuana, improper lane use driving on a suspended license Avenue, police said. and no insurance March 14 fol- March 22 after a stop at 89th *** lowing a stop at 87th Street and Street and Roberts Road, police Jose M. Alvarez, 34, of Dixmoor, Richmond Avenue, police said. said. *** was charged with driving on a sus- Lionel M. Dennis, 19, Chicago, pended license, no insurance and also was charged with posses- Kendall L. Gamill, 44, of Justice, was charged with driving on a disobeying a traffic signal March sion of marijuana, they said. suspended license March 23 fol21 after a stop at 103rd Street and *** Ridgeland Avenue, police said.

Encarnecion Aguirre, 42, lowing a stop in the 8400 block *** Rockford, was charged with of 88th Avenue, police said.

Carlos Contreras, 28, of Chi- drunken driving, improper lane cago, and Stephania Herrera, 21, use, obstructing an ID, no insurof Chicago Ridge, were charged ance and driving on a suspended with retail theft March 21 after DL following a March 15 stop at (Continued from page 1) allegedly stealing merchandise 101st Street and Kedzie Avenue, from Kohl’s at Chicago Ridge police said. after her death, has nearly 8,000 Mall, police said. *** followers. *** Crystal L. Reed, 33, of Chica- Tully said she met withWorth Alvaro G. Calva, 41, of Burbank, go, was charged with retail theft police last Friday to again ask was charged with driving without March 18 after allegedly stealing them to “look at things more a valid license and failure to secure merchandise at Wal-Mart, 2500 seriously.” a child in a safety seat March 22 S. 95th St., police said.

Prosecutors say Wawrzyniak following a stop at 102nd Street *** met Eric Steven Johnson at the and Harlem Avenue, police said. Angelique Robinson, 44, was boat launch, got into the back *** charged with battery March 18 seat of his car and handed him Bryant L. Harris, 23, of Blue following an alleged disturbance $200 in exchange for 30 pills of Island, was charged with driving in the 9800 block of Pulaski Clonazepam. without a valid license, no insur- Road, police said. ance, speeding, failure to signal *** Wawrzyniak began counting and disobeying a traffic signal Dushun Wilson, 42, Harvey, the pills while still in the backafter a March 22 stop at 95th and Troy L. Johnson, 55, both seat as Johnson drove away. She Street and Ridgeland Avenue, of Chicago, were with charged opened the door of the moving police said. with unlawful possession and car, was ejected and struck the *** delivery of a controlled sub- pavement, prosecutors said. She Jabari T. Jackson, 20, of Jo- stance March 19 after a stop was pronounced dead at Christ liet, was charged with battery and at 98th Street and Western Medical Center in Oak Lawn trespassing March 23 following Avenue, police said. less than one hour later. a disturbance at Chicago Ridge *** Mall, police said.

Gabrielle Jacox, 28, and Dyon The prescription drug is used to treat panic and seizure disorders, according to medical experts.

The Worth police have confirmed that there were no drugs in Wawrzyniak’s system the Chicago Ridge / Evergreen Park / Hickory Hills night that she died, the family has said.

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Palos power referendum may pass after all

By Tim Hadac Staff Reporter The champagne bottles will remain uncorked and on ice, at least for the moment, in the Cook County Circuit Court’s 15th judicial subcircuit Democratic primary race (Sterba vacancy).

Shortly after 1 a.m. Wednesday, March 19, the Cook County Clerk’s Office released unofficial results showing Judge Chris Lawler of Palos Heights leading Michael B. Barrett of Orland Park by a mere 14 votes.

With all 291 precincts reporting, Lawler was in front with 4,168 votes (25.98 percent) and Barrett an eyelash away with 4,154 votes (25.89 percent).

With ongoing counting of provisional and mailed-in ballots in the days since election night, the numbers have been updated and Lawler’s lead has widened slightly, to 16 votes.

As of Tuesday afternoon, Lawler led with 4,206 votes (25.98 percent), with Barrett still in second at 4,190 tallies (25.88 percent).

Bringing up the rear in the race are Robbin Perkins of Matteson with 3,018 votes (18.64 percent), Sondra Denmark of Matteson with 2,803 votes (17.31 percent), and Mary Beth Duffy of Tinley Park with 1,973 votes (12.19 percent).

Post-election analysis of political strength shows that Perkins won the most votes in Rich Township, Barrett captured Bloom and Thornton townships, and Lawler triumphed in Palos, Worth, Bremen and Lemont townships, as well as in Orland Township, Barrett’s home turf.

Clerk’s Office spokesperson Courtney Greve told The Regional News on Tuesday that all ballots in their possession have been counted, and that while there is a possibility that a few ballots postmarked by March 17 may trickle in by the April 1 deadline, “We don’t anticipate movement”

in the race that would change the outcome.

The Clerk’s Office has until April 8 to release final, official results, although Greve said they may be coming before that.

Neither Lawler nor Barrett has issued a statement in the wake of the ongoing count.

Palos Twp. Referendum

The ongoing ballot count has caused a possible reversal of the results in unincorporated Palos Township, where the “yes” votes on electricity aggregation have overtaken the “no” votes.

The election night count of 473 “no” votes to 472 “yes” tallies had shifted by Tuesday afternoon to 477 “yes” and 474 “no” with the counting of a small number of mailed-in and provisional ballots that were not reflected in the election-night vote tallies.

Referenda must earn a majority of “yes” votes to win. A tie vote means the question loses.

The question before voters was whether or not to authorize township officials to launch an electricity aggregation program designed to lower electric bills for residential and small businesses in unincorporated Palos Township.

Aggregation uses the group purchasing power of residents to help municipalities, townships and other jurisdictions to negotiate lower wholesale prices on electricity bills, and potentially cleaner energy sources. Several hundred Illinois communities—including Palos Heights, Palos Park and Orland Park— have already used aggregation successfully to negotiate savings for residents and small businesses.

While electricity aggregation referenda have won in recent years in municipalities across the Chicago area, they did not fare well in 2014. The Palos Township question remains close to being a toss-up, and an electricity aggregation referendum in the Village of Bellwood lost by a 977-730 vote

on March 18.

Because the margin is so close, Greve would not make a prediction on the final outcome, but encouraged everyone to stay tuned.

Palos Township Supervisor Colleen Schumann, however, declared victory on Tuesday afternoon, saying that by her reckoning, only two absentee ballots were unaccounted for—and even if they were “no” votes, the aggregation question would pass with a single vote to spare.

Saying she is “very happy” about the outcome, Schumann said aggregation will “definitely be a positive thing” for utility customers—about 2,000 or so, she said—in unincorporated Palos Township.

The next step, Schumann said, is for township officials to contact residents by mail (after the County Clerk releases the final, official count), share the election results with them and outline the next steps.

Those next steps will include holding two more public hearings relating to how the program will be administered. In the best case scenario, according to consultant James R. Seay, residential and small-business consumers in unincorporated Palos Township will start seeing savings on their ComEd bills within four months.

The aggregation initiative will only move forward if Seay can negotiate an electricity rate lower than what ComEd charges, although he expressed confidence that will occur.

The program will also have an opt-out mechanism for those who want to continue having ComEd as their wholesale supplier of electricity.

While voter registration in suburban Cook County stands at an all-time high of more than 1.45 million, turnout on March 18 fell to an all-time low, percentagewise. Some 228,186 ballots were cast by 15.7 percent of registered voters—down sharply from 23.6 percent in 2012 and 25.5 percent in 2010.

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In this case, Lipinski deserves a fair shake Editor’s Notebook

by Jeff Vorva Just shake the man’s hand.

That’s all I ask.

Even though Dan Lipinski ran uncontested for the Democratic 3rd Congressional slot in the March 18 primary, he was still out in the public meeting and greeting voters as they walked in and out of the polling places.

One stop was at the Orland Park Sportsplex, where he spent close to an hour standing around in the morning chill as more people were there to exercise than people who were exercising their right to vote.

For the most part, people were nice to the guy.

Most shook his hand. Some stopped by to talk. A few oldtimers had nice words to say to him about his father, William.

A few went out of their way to tell him what a great job he was doing. One man, Orland Park’s Joseph Mutholam, talked with the Congressman and then posed for a picture with him.

Even Cook County Commissioner Liz Gorman, who also is the Orland Township Republican committeeman, had a handshake and some cordial words for the Democrat.

But there are always a few rotten appleheads to spoil the bunch.

When one of the voters marched by and Lipinski stuck out his hand and introduced himself, the guy barked “You’re on the wrong ballot!” and kept on walking. Lipinski had a look of resignation and a

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Orland Republican Committee boss Liz Gorman has a handshake for Democratic Congressman Dan Lipinski, left photo, on March 18 and Orland Park resident Joseph Mutholam poses with the congressman, right photo, after voting at the Sportsplex in Orland Park. But not everyone was as nice to the man that day with some citizens refusing to shake his hand. little bewilderment on his face after that. It was an awkward moment.

Some gave him a dismissive wave and tried to ignore him.

Another guy mumbled something about pro-choice. But this handful of people wouldn’t shake his hand. He’s seen and heard worse, I’m sure, but it’s still rude and people should be embarrassed for acting like that.

I know there are people outside of the polling places representing politicians and they can be as annoying as telemarketers when handing out propaganda to people. I get that.

I know that some voters are busy and may have to get back

to work and need to go in and out of the polling place and don’t have a lot of time to talk. I get that, too.

There are people who don’t like Lipinski. There are people who don’t like Democrats. There are people who are confounded by his stance on Obamacare.

That’s fine.

But you have your congressman live in the flesh right in front of you and you can’t shake his hand? This is an important guy who is a mover and shaker in Illinois and in Washington.

He’s a man who easily beat seven opponents in the prior five elections.

If you don’t respect the man,

at least respect the position.

Unless the guy broke into your house, kicked you in the privates and punched your dog and scared your kids, you at least owe the man a handshake when he sticks his hand out to you. It’s common courtesy.

So next time you see a highlevel political leader who wants to say hello to you, I beg you to just shake hands with the man.

It’s not all that hard.

Wave to the man in the pink bra

My favorite press release of the week comes from a group called the 2nd Basemen, hawking a guy who will ride his bicycle from Chi-

cago to Los Angeles along Route 66 to raise money for breast cancer awareness.

He will be wearing a pink bra.

The fact that his name is Dusty Showers helped put it over the top for laughs.

Mr. Showers will start this cupricious trek in Libertyville on June 1.

His people claim that Showers is one of “the most recognizable names in the world breast cancer’’ I guess we all have to be known for something.

He once made a bike trip from Tampa to LA on a bike to raise money. He was also on Oprah’s TV show. By the way, since Oprah

bought her own network, does anyone watch her anymore? Showers also did some other stunts, including jumping out of a plane in a pink bra.

OK, I’m done poking fun at the guy. I’ll help him out a little by publicizing his plea for sponsorship.

According to his release, he is planning to stop in 20 major cities and hold 10 fundraisers along Route 66. He is seeking sponsors in the way of monetary funds and major items needed for the trip.

Sponsorship packages are available. For more information, contact Kevin Worthy (I guess that makes this a worthy cause, right?) by phone at 630-749-811or via email at kevin@the2ndbasemen.org.

They’re OL captain who witnessed lining up horrific suicide promoted

By Bob Rakow Staff Writer Municipal elections are 12 months away, but political newcomer Paul Vail has thrown his hat in the ring in Oak Lawn’s 5th District trustee race.

Incumbent Trustee Carol Quinlan, who was first elected in 2007, has refused to comment on her political future.

Vail is the second person to announce his candidacy. Patrick McGowan in September in announced his plans to oppose veteran Trustee Robert Streit in the 3rd District.

Trustee Tim Desmond (1st) also faces re-election because he won a two-year term in 2013.

Vail, 36, is a lifelong Oak Lawn resident and chairs the village’s corridor studies committee.

He said Planning and Development Commissioner Rich Piazza, a friend and mentor, encouraged him to consider running for public office.

“I’ve been wanting to get involved, so now I’m doing it,” said Vail, the divorced father of a 6-year-old boy.

He added that the political infighting for which the village board has become known did not discourage him to run.

“You can’t complain about it if you don’t try to change it,” said Vail, who grew up in the 2nd District and attended McGugan Junior High before heading to Mt. Carmel High School. He is a graduate of DePaul University.

Vail, who works as a construction manager, said he is running as an independent and was not asked by Mayor Sandra Bury or other politically connected individuals to consider the race.

“I’m not with or against anybody,” he said, adding that he has “no grand political agenda.” Rather, he said, he believes it time for people of his generation to reinvest in Oak Lawn.

He said he announced his candidacy well ahead of next year’s election season to “get myself out there and give people time to get to know me.”

Vail was not critical of Quinlan’s work as trustee, but added, “I just think more can be done. He said he sent an email to Quinlan notifying her of his plans to run, but did not receive a response.

By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter February was a difficult month for Oak Lawn’s firefighters, having battled two house fires and witnessed six deaths.

Those firefighters were recognized for their efforts at Tuesday night’s village board meeting by receiving commendations from Fire Chief George Sheets. It was also announced that Michael Bowman was promoted from captain to the assistant fire chief post. He was the firefighter who witnessed a horrific suicide before battling a Feb. 26 blaze.

John P. Conta allegedly killed his parents—John and Janice Conta—and nephew at the family home in the 9800 block of 51st Avenue. Conta then set the house on fire and killed himself with a gunshot while in the house’s garage, police said.

The body of Conta’s nephew, 5-year-old Matthew Meier, was discovered in the house later in the day, they said. Family members celebrated the boy’s fifth birthday at the house the previous night, police said.

Bowman was on his way to work and responded to the blaze. He entered the garage and saw John P. Conta kill himself after the gun was pointed at him, officials said.

“Assistant Chief Bowman jerked back thinking he might be shot,” Sheets said. “This happened in a matter of seconds.”

Bowman witnessed the shooting and then joined his colleagues fighting the fire—action

that went above and beyond the call of duty, Sheets said He said that Bowman’s ability to battle the fire after witnessing the suicide is unlike anything he’s witnessed in his 31-year career.

Bowman and firefighter Teddy Moran were awarded the department’s Medal of Honor for their efforts during the fire.

The first fire occurred in early February on the west side of the village. Kathryn Lomec, 73, was pronounced dead Feb. 8 shortly after a blaze at her house in the 10100 block of Lawrence Court, officials said. Her sister and caretaker, 74-year-old Mary Bruce, died three days later at John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County.

Although Bruce ultimately died, the efforts of firefighters and paramedics allowed her to live a few more days, time that she was able to spend time surrounded by family, Sheets said.

Sheets also lauded residents who live near the 51st Avenue fire for supporting his crews during the second fire.

“That’s what brings a community together,” Sheets said.

Palermo’s Pizza fed the firefighters, who were at the scene for 12 hours in freezing temperatures. Another resident showed up with White Castle food, while others opened their homes to let emergency personnel use the bathroom and warm up.

“They didn’t have to do that, but they did,” Sheets said. “We were hungry. We were cold.”

Tuesday’s ceremony began

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with a moment of silence for the six people who perished as a result of the two tragedies.

“Your fire chief is very proud of each and every one of you,” Sheets said at the end of presentation, which also recognized firefighters from Evergreen Park and Hometown.

New Assistant Fire Chief Michael Bowman, right photo, listens Tuesday night as Oak Lawn Fire Chief George Sheets gives a speech lauding Bowman for helping to fight a fire on Feb. 26 after witnessing a suicide.

The house on 51st Street was torn down the next day, bottom photo.

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Chef works ‘magic’ and gives high-energy demonstrations (Continued from page 1) fied of public speaking.”

Program Coordinator and Public Relations Representative of the Evergreen Park Library, Mary Deering looks forward to having Bradley appear for a demonstration.

“Kate and I have a history,” Deering said. “Our husbands went to Mt. Carmel High Cchool together. I’d run into her at the library all the time. She’s such a conversationalist.

One day, she mentioned a cooking demo she was about to do for her daughter’s Brownie troop.

“That’s all it took. From there I asked if she’d present one for the library. I thought we’d offer it and see if anyone would show up.”

They showed up alright and Bradley has been hitting the library circuit with regularity for close to a decade.

“With so many libraries, my biggest fear is arriving to a library with the wrong food or, worse, being at the wrong library.” she said.

Bradley said each recipe selection is specific to the library she’s visiting. “I once prepared dog treats to collaborate with the PAWS reading program one branch was offering,” she said.

It’s typical for classes to reach capacity, warranting program coordinators to enforce mandatory preregistration and strict residency requirements. Bradley laughed, “I’ve have fans. They follow me from library to library.”

Her largest class size has reached 200.

She previously owned a bakery out of Evergreen Park called Bit of Bread.

“Running the bakery was wonderful. I knew my customer’s by what they ate. I’d say, ‘Here comes

Mr. Blueberry muffin,’ ’’ she said.

“But I had to let it go. I was working 16-hour days. I had two little girls.”

According to Bradley, the common desire of her students is to learn proper methods and get answers to questions on the spot.

Apparently, one of those students was very attentive. She used Bradley’s recipe in a contest and won a trip to Ireland.

Evergreen Park Library Director, Nicki Seidel expresses joy when she speaks of Bradley.

“Kate has an effervescent personality,” Seidel said. “We’re so pleased that other libraries are getting a chance to appreciate her.

“Kate is a Renaissance woman, she knows a little of everything.

Now she’s growing mushrooms.

She’ll be teaching a class about that next.”

Deering added, “Kate Bradley is magic. She uses this buzz word during her programs to convey her joy in cooking and teaching.

Her enthusiasm and ideas bubble over into her students, cooking up a program that is both social and informative.”

Bradley uses the catch phrase “it’s magic” so often, it became the title to one of her two cookbooks.

“It’s Magic” and “It’s Delicious” are compilations of recipes used during the library demonstrations.

All of the proceeds of “It’s Magic” go to the Evergreen Park Library foundation. Purchases can be made during class. Her monthly schedule is listed on her blog, cookingwithchefkate.wordpress.com Bradley said, “I love being in the Students at the Evergreen Park Library were able to roll the dough last Thursday during Chef Kate Bradley’s class. kitchen and I really love food.”

That is, when she’s not out running.

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Kate Bradley shows off her rolling pin to the class at the Evergreen Evergreen Park’s Kate Bradley shows how to roll a pizza last Chef Kate Bradley show off one of the three pizzas she made Park Library last Thursday. Her pin does not include handles Thursday for a class of youngsters. She told the class the next for the class in Evergreen Park. cooking lessons will involve salad, which drew groans. on them.

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Mailman from Chicago Ridge strikes it rich 50 years ago

From the March 26, 1964 issue The story: Palos Heights annexed Trinity Christian College in a council meeting that lasted a “record 45 minutes’’ according to an unbylined story.

The quote: “Fred Dumke has earned the admiration and respect of members of both parties. This dinner is to honor him.’’ – Harry ‘’Bus’’ Yourell on hosting a dinner for the Oak Lawn village president who was running for state senator.

Fun fact: Ray Barthel of Chicago Ridge won $140,000 in the Irish Sweepstakes. This Chicago mailman had been buying tickets for 20 years. They expected the taxes on the winnings to be close to $80,000. “When you have a family and have done without many things for a long time, it’s not hard to find ways to use it,” Mrs. Barthel said.

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From the March 30, 1989 issue The story: Thomas Evans of Orland Park was arrested after he allegedly threw packs of gum at a cashier at the Buzz-In-Buzz-Out Mini Mart in Oak Lawn after she refused to sell him beer. Police said he allegedly cursed and threatened her and allegedly spit at a police officer.

The quote: “I encourage you to vote and ask for your support, so that we may take Park Board leadership in a new direction – Dave Heilmann in a letter to the editor asking for votes for the Oak Lawn Park Commissioner’s seat. He eventually moved his way up the ladder and was elected mayor.

Fun fact: Former Marist basketball player Ed Manzke was a senior reserve guard for Illinois, which qualified for the Final Four in the NCAA Tournament in Seattle.

IM message get man charged in EP 10 years ago

From the March 25, 2004 issue The story: A Berwyn man was charged by Evergreen Park police with harassment after he used an AOL Instant Messenger to write to his son that he was going to smash a plank of wood over a female relative’s head and that she deserved “a good beating.”

The quote: “They seem to forget who provides the police and fire service and takes out all the garbage,” – Chicago Ridge Mayor Eugene Seigel talking about federal government shortly after he and several other mayors of small communities visited Washington, D.C. to air a few gripes.

Fun fact: Hickory Hills officials inked a $1 million deal to allow a billboard on West 87th Street to be built.

March 27: ON THIS DATE in 1977, 583 people died in commercial aviation’s worst accident to date — a runway collision between two Boeing 747 jetliners at Tenerife in the Canary Islands.

March 28: ON THIS DATE in 1920, actor Douglas Fairbanks married actress Mary Pickford.

March 29: ON THIS DATE in 1951, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were convicted of conspiracy to commit espionage for the Soviet Union.

In 1971, U.S. Army Lt. William L. Calley Jr. was convicted in the murder of at least 22 Vietnamese civilians in the My Lai massacre.

March 30: ON THIS DATE in 1981, President Reagan was shot outside a Washington hotel by John W. Hinckley Jr. Also wounded were White House 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. In 1917, the United States purchased the Dutch West Indies for $25 million and renamed them the Virgin Islands.

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 overthrow of the shah.

April 2: ON THIS DATE in 1513, explorer Juan Ponce de Leon “discovered” Florida and claimed it for Spain. In 1865, Confederate States President Jefferson Davis and most of his Cabinet fled their capital of Richmond, Va., as Union troops approached.

This week’s question: In 1898, President McKinley asked Congress for a declaration of war against what nation?

(Mark Andrews can be reached via e-mail at mlandrews@embarqmail.com.)

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Palos Hills seeks new energy supplier

By Kelly White Correspondent

would need to be passed allowing N.I.M.E.C. to seek energy bids on the city’s behalf. The city unaniPalos Hills will be seeking en- mously passed the ordinance ergy bids again this summer. The on the March 6th City Council city’s current two-year electrical Meeting, authorizing renewal of aggregation contract with First the aggregation program, allowEnergy Solutions Corporation is ing for N.I.M.E.C. to seek new set to expire in July. electrical bids prior to the July At the February Palos Hills expiration date.

City Council Meeting, PubIn March 2012, voters in the lic Works Commissioner Dave city of Palos Hills approved a Weakley asked representative, referendum allowing the commuSharon Durling, from N.I.M.E.C. nity to contract with an energy (Northern Illinois Electrical Col- supplier to reduce electricity laborative) to address the city costs for its residents. N.I.M.E.C. council regarding the expiration (Northern Illinois Electrical Colof their current aggregation of laborative) representative, Larry electric contract with First En- Shover, negotiated electric prices ergy this July. between energy suppliers and Weakley indicated in order to received bids from that he then continue their aggregation of submitted in to Mayor Jerry Benelectric program, an ordinance nett and the Palos Hills City

Council, and upon agreement, the city of Palos Hills chose First Energy Solutions Corporation as their supplier of choice for their municipal aggregation program.

There were 6,858 Palos Hills residents who chose to opt in to the electrical aggregation program; whereas, 220 residents have decided to opt out and stay with ComEd. A total of 703 other accounts were not eligible because the resident is currently in contract with a different outside energy supplier and 68 opt-out forms were returned because they were undeliverable. There is currently no opt-out fee for residents wishing to remain with ComEd. Palos Hills residents are receiving a rate of 4.74 cents per

kilowatt hour, through First Energy, compared to ComEd’s 8.36 cents per kilowatt hour.

The energy supplier changeover took place the first week of August 2012, and after taking on a two year contract, will continue through the July 2014 billing cycle.

Bennett also indicated that ComEd’s electricity rates will only continue to climb in the near future.

Questions regarding delivery services, power outages, metering or moving to a new address can be addressed to ComEd’s customer service line.

“Regardless of the supplier, it is important for residents to understand is that they will get the same bill and the same service,” Shover noted.

Quinn lauds MVCC for work with veterans Honorary captains

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Palos Hills’ Ricardo Guthrie, center, and Wheeling’s Jared Glass, left, were named honorary captains for the Bulls Saturday night and pose with Bulls forward Carlos Boozer before the game. Both are sickle cell anemia patients at Advocate Children’s Hospital.

Both young men are Bulls fans and celebrated Benny the Bull’s birthday. They each received an autographed game ball.

Community Briefs New Lenox Rush Offers Session to Understand Grant-Seeking Process

Cong. Bobby L. Rush (D-1st) is hosting a grant funding information session from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday in New Lenox Village Hall, 1 Veterans Parkway.

Space is limited. For more information, or to register, call 708-385-9550, or email congressmanrushdistrictevent@ mail.house.gov.

The purpose of the session to provide the leadership of nonprofits and local municipalities in the first Congressional district with information and resources on available federal and private grants. Specifically, attendees will: • Gain insight on researching and identifying funding prospects; • Learn the selection criteria used by public and private grantmakers; and • Be informed about the latest issues and trends in the areas of philanthropic and corporate giving.

Representatives from public and private funding organizations will present information and make themselves available for discussion. The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services; Department of Homeland Security; Department of Commerce; and Donors Forum are some of the agencies to be represented.

Palos Hills Moraine Valley to host medical presentation on chronic lung diseases

Moraine Valley Community College is hosting its Medical Education Series presentation on “Spectrum of Chronic Lung Diseases in the United States” from 7 to 8 p.m., on Wednesday in the Dorothy Menker Theater, in the Fine and Performing Arts Center, 9000 W. College Pkwy, Palos Hills.

The event is co-sponsored by Northwestern Memorial Hospital and is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Mari Smith at (708) 608-4039 or Smithm@morainevalley.edu.

Dr. Ankit Bharat is the presenter. Bharat is a thoracic surgeon at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, surgical director of Lung Transplant and an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine.

He received his medical degree at Christian Medical College with a residency and fellowship at Washington University of St. Louis/Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Bharat is a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, the American Association of Thoracic Surgery, the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation, and the Association for Academic Surgery.

Since 2004, Moraine Valley’s Career/Health Sciences Programs and Northwestern Memorial Hospital have collaborated to host this Medical Education Series on health topics.

Moraine Valley hosting Resource Fair for veterans

Military veterans of all ages are invited to a Wellness Resource Fair at Moraine Valley Community College from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 9. The free fair will be in the Moraine Business and Conference Center, Building M, on campus, 9000 W. College Pkwy, Palos Hills.

For more information about the Wellness Resource Fair, contact Donna McCauley, professor of Recreation Therapy and Recreation Management, or Cathy Nolan at (708) 9745378, or emailnolanc@morainevalley.edu.

Highlights of the fair include a presentation of the colors by the Marine Color Guard and singing of the National Anthem at noon.

Veterans who attend can receive information on resources from the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Illinois Veterans Foundation, Hines Hospital, and Jesse Brown Hospital. Other groups that will be represented are Paws Assisting Wounded Warriors, Helmets to Hard Hats, American Legion Riders, Veterans Riding for Veterans, Veteran’s Advocate — Disabled American Veterans, Moraine Valley’s Combat to College Student Organization, and more.

Students in McCauley’s classes are helping to organize this event, providing them with valuable hands-on learning experience in planning, implementing and evaluating special events.

They have played an integral role in coordinating the fair, including collecting donations for raffle prizes. Anyone who would like to donate a raffle prize, should contact McCauley at (708) 974-5227, or eamilmccauley@morainevalley.edu.

Oak Lawn The Beverly Hills Embroiderers’ Guild will hold its regular monthly meetings Tuesday, April 15 at the Oak View Center, 4625 W. 110th Street, Oak Lawn. For more information call (708) 4256793.

The day meeting featuring the “Battenburg Lace Continued” workshop presented

by Peggy Ivers will be held at 9 a.m. The evening group meeting featuring “Dazzle and Bling! Adding Pizzazz to Your Stitching” will be held at 7 p.m.

Individuals are urged attend a meeting at no charge or obligation if they are interested in sharing their hand-stitching skills. The meetings run from September through April. A biannual show is scheduled for October. New members are always welcome.

Worth The Marrs-Meyers American Legion Post 991 will host a Texas Hold Em’ Tournament from 2 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, April 25 at the post, 11001 S. Depot St. For more information, call Jim Bailey at 448-6699, or visit chicagocharitablegames.com.

By Kevin M. Coyne Correspondent For Joann Jenkins, Moraine Valley Community College’s director of student services, helping veterans transition from combat to higher education is essential to veteran student success. Getting to know the veteran personally is equally as important.

“Not all veterans are the same just because they identify with a certain group,” Jenkins said. “We have the resources and support from the college to get to know our veterans and we make sure we’re there to make the transition back to higher education as smooth as possible.”

Moraine Valley is the third community college to win the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Veteran Education since Gov. Pat Quinn signed the Higher Education Veterans Service Act in 2009. Usually the award is given to four-year colleges and universities but this year Moraine’s commitment to veteran services didn’t go unrecognized.

Previous winners include Eastern Illinois University, College of DuPage, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, Northern Illinois University, Western Illinois University and Southwestern Illinois College.

“Our student veterans are a very tight knit community and veterans are coming here

because of word-of-mouth,” Jenkins said at the March 19 board meeting. “We constantly get calls and emails from veterans in Afghanistan who tell us they’re about to finish their deployment and they’re ready to start college.”

Not only has Gov. Quinn recognized the Palos Hill-based community college for their service to veterans, Senator Dick Durbin sent a congratulatory letter praising Moraine for “tireless commitment to the education of our nation’s veterans … you are helping to better the lives of those who risked their own for our country.”

Last month, Illinois Department of Veteran Affairs director Erica Borggren presented the award to Moraine president Sylvia Jenkins. College faculty, staff, student veterans and community members attended the event, including Moraine trustee Tom Cunningham, who has two servicemen in his family.

“Their military service is nothing to be taken for granted and it’s great to see that veterans are coming home and finally getting their due,” Cunningham said. “We’re able to do what we do because of what they do for us.”

Both Jenkins and student success and veterans affairs coordinator General McArthur, III have worked to create an innovative veterans orienta-

Photo by Kevin Coyne

Moraine Valley’s Joann Jenkins and General McArthur, III accept the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Veteran Education. Senator Dick Durbin’s congratulatory letter was presented at the March 19 Board Meeting. tion program, veterans resource center, priority registration for veterans and veteran benefit workshops.

Moraine has over 500 student veterans, some who travel over an hour to campus due to Moraine’s veteran services.

Starting in April, Moraine will offer veterans a virtual veterans center designed to help veterans understand their benefits,

course selections and other veteran-specific material.

“There is a certain respect that service members carry themselves,” Jenkins said. “You have to respect when they put on that uniform they have such a reverence and respect for what they do. They served their country and we’re here to serve them by making their transition as smooth as possible.”

Second March4Meg run rolls on Saturday

By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter Meg Moonan lost her battle to melanoma two years ago, but the Evergreen Park resident’s life will be recalled Saturday during the second March4Meg 5K run.

The run was conceived by Moonan’s mother, Nancy Donovan, who embarked on a personal mission to help find for a cure for the disease.

The run will step off at 9 a.m. from Klein Park (known as Circle Park) at 97th Street and Homan Avenue in Evergreen Park. Registration is $30 or $65 for families.

Organizers are looking forward to a significant turnout following the success of last year’s inaugural event, which drew approximately 1,600 participants and raised $30,000 for the Meg Moonan Endowment Center at Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn.

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participants and because people are realizing the serious nature of melanoma, whether it’s impacting them directly or a family member or friend,” Donovan said. “Meg would have wanted us to make this our responsibility to alert others.”

Evergreen Park Mayor Jim Sexton and his wife, Karen, are the honorary chairs of the event.

“While the first event was spectacular because of the turnout, any follow-up event is a challenge because the originality is gone,” Sexton said.

“However, the mission is not, and that’s why Karen and I are supporting this event and imploring everyone to as well.”

Donovan and her family didn’t know what to expect when they organized the first March4Meg. The goal was simply to raise awareness of the deadly skin cancer and establish an endowment center in Meg’s name.

Organizers anticipate more participants than last year and

store the vehicles at the location until the construction is complete and the location opens for busi(Continued from page 1) ness.

Roberts and his lawyer, Joe purchased the property. These are businessmen, showing long- Splain, requested a 12-month deadline on the temporary literm commitment.”

The company’s general man- cense; however, Roberts assured ager, Jerry Roberts, appeared at the council the dealership will the meeting. Webb purchased the be open for business at a much B2, or commercially-zoned piece of sooner date.

“We are hoping to even be property, three weeks ago, assuming it was a special-use property open as soon as 150 days from capable for storing cars currently now,” he said. His plan is to start unavailable for purchase, accord- moving cars immediately upon the approval of the special-use ing to Roberts.

Roberts told the council the permit.

There will be no alteration to company is in an emergency situation, with the lease expiring at the property until he meets with the end of the week at a tempo- the Planning and Zoning Board rary storage unit with nowhere in three weeks to discuss construction plans to take place on to store the vehicles.

“The property cannot be used the property.

The family-owned Webb Chevy to store these vehicles until it is switched over to a special-use holds a strong consumer base at its location, 9440 S Cicero Ave, property,” Roberts said.

Roberts is planning to store and the company is hoping to 200-300 new cars at the Palos carry on this representation in Hills location. His company also Palos Hills.

“We are here to create jobs, plans construction at the former Sid’s property, including replacing create property tax revenues and the existing privacy fence with a create sales tax revenues within the city of Palos Hills,” Roberts new fence and landscaping.

Roberts requested a temporary said.

The city will obtain one perspecial-use permit to which Webb Chevy will pay the city of Palos cent of all Webb Chevy’s sales Hills $1,000 a month in order to tax revenues.

encourage people to arrive early to take advantage of free skin checks and entertainment. Raceday registration will be available from 7 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.

Moonan left behind her husband, Ken, and four young children. Her mother rallied the extended family to the emotional rescue of Ken and the children by filling in as baby sitters, housekeepers and shoppers, she said.

“We were all under such cloud I knew we had to do something to get us out of this dark place,” Donovan said.

In addition to establishing the event, Donovan has increased awareness with demonstrations at summer camps and schools, instructing children on the importance of sunscreen and wearing correct clothing when playing in the sun.

Donovan also want to raise awareness for a disease that impacts those 15 to 29 years old more than does any other type of cancer.

Race director Meredith McGuffage hopes others who have been victimized by melanoma will find solace in the event by

participating individually or as a group.

For example, the Barry and Dinneen families lost Lucy Dinneen Barry to melanoma earlier this year and have used the grieving period to establish Team Lucy, which will participate in the race. The Beverly native and Naperville resident died Feb. 1 after a four-month battle with melanoma.

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Pet project in St. Louis needs human touch

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I own two dogs and a cat.

Let me get that out of the way at the onset.

Jeff Vorva Amy Richards And, I have nothing against Editor Publisher pets of any kind and believe they make great companions.

Finally, I do not understand Published Weekly why anyone would abuse or Founded March, 16, 1960 neglect a pet, and believe it’s shameful that it happens as often as it does.

That said, the growing trend of “rescuing” pets—giving shelter to homeless dogs, for example -- is tough for me to get behind. Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with caring for a dog or cat that’s lost its way or taking a trip to the animal shelter to adopt a pet, but I sometimes wonder if our priorities are straight.

I was reminded of the

By Charles C. Haynes between these two fundamental “rescue” trend last week while rights should be a balancing act, watching the Blackhawks play the St. Louis Blues. The In recent months, legislators in not a zero-sum game. more than a dozen states — from To some extent, of course, television announcer noted that Hawaii to Georgia — have at- same-sex marriage proponents Blues captain David Backes and tempted to enact laws they de- have already (grudgingly in most his wife founded Athletes for scribe as necessary to protect cases) acknowledged the need Animals.

The organization describes religious freedom. to signal concern for religious Some are broad “religious free- freedom. All states that have itself as a “united team of dom restoration acts” very similar passed laws legalizing same-sex professional athletes with a to laws already on the books in marriage have included language shared passion for rescuing and many states. Others are amend- ensuring that clergy will not be protecting the welfare of homements to existing laws aimed at forced to conduct same-sex cer- less pets nationwide. The group allowing businesses to deny wed- emonies (politically smart, but is made up of athletes from all ding services to gay couples on unnecessary because this would the major sports, many who religious grounds. All are driven never happen under the First play for St. Louis teams.

Athletes for Animals and by the rapid growth of public sup- Amendment). similar organizations got port for same-sex marriage and In some states, laws or court gay rights, reflected most power- decisions extend protections to re- significant media attention fully in a series of recent court ligiously affiliated groups seeking recently when several memdecisions favoring challenges to exemption from participating in or bers of Team USA, including bans on same-sex marriage in recognizing same-sex marriages. Backes, adopted dogs while in even the reddest of states.

Thus far, however, no state exNone are expected to pass any plicitly grants exemptions to wedtime soon, due in large measure ding businesses that, on grounds to fallout from the bitter debate of religious conscience, object to over Arizona’s proposed law ve- providing services for same-sex toed earlier this month by Gov- weddings. ernor Jan Brewer.

Is there any room for accomIn calmer times, many of these modating conscientious objectors bills might have faced little or who would be required to parno opposition. After all, the origi- ticipate actively in the ceremony nal Religious Freedom Restora- or preparing for the ceremony tion Act passed Congress almost such as photographers or marunanimously and was signed into riage counselors? Can the law law by President Bill Clinton in draw a distinction between those 1993. who want to discriminate against What’s changed, of course, is LGBT people (which should not be the ascendancy of gay rights and allowed) and those who object to same-sex marriage. Those once participating in a ceremony that in the majority on the gay rights offends their faith? issue — successfully passing laws However we ultimately answer and state constitutional amend- these and related questions about ments banning gay marriage — religious claims of conscience and are increasingly in the minority. In same-sex marriage, these issues this new environment, many re- require getting beyond the nameligious conservatives are rushing calling and engaging in civil, reto put in place legal mechanisms spectful dialogue. for seeking exemption from laws It’s easy to understand why that prohibit discrimination on LGBT people may not be enthusithe basis of sexual orientation. astic about finding ways to accomUnfortunately, intemperate modate those who have opposed voices on both sides are making (and continue to oppose in many it difficult to have a civil discus- cases) laws protecting LGBT peosion about if and when to accom- ple against discrimination. modate conscientious objectors to But to paraphrase religioussame-sex marriage. freedom advocate Roger Williams Far too many proponents of (in his 17th century argument gay rights dismiss any and all with Puritan minister John Cotattempts to carve out exemp- ton), when you are at the helm tions for religious people from — after being so long in the non-discrimination laws as noth- hatches — don’t forget what it ing more than bigotry disguised was like to be in the hatches. as “religious freedom.” On the Claims of conscience don’t alother side, many conservative ways — and shouldn’t always groups characterize all opponents — prevail. But a society that takes By Tom Cross of religious exemptions as part of freedom seriously must seek ways

the “homosexual lobby” intent on to protect liberty of conscience While there may not be one denying religious freedom. whenever possible. single act that has led to IlliSame-sex marriage vs. religious After all, the right we guard for nois leading the Midwest in job freedom is fast becoming a shout- others today may be the right we loss, and having the nation’s ing match where any concern for need for ourselves tomorrow. worst budget deficit or our the common good is lost in the din record high tax rate, what is of charge and countercharge. BeCharles C. Haynes is director clear is that there have been a fore more damage is done, people of the Religious Freedom Center multitude of bad decisions and on all sides should take a deep of the Newseum Institute, 555 failures in leadership that have breath and acknowledge that Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., Wash- culminated in the state’s poor non-discrimination and religious ington, DC 20001. Web: religious- fiscal shape. freedom are both core American freedomeducation.org Email: The simple fact is, we face principles. Resolving the tension chaynes@newseum.org very real, serious challenges that can’t be solved with the politics of the past. The time for excuses and half measures has ended. We need bold, innovative solutions at this very moment because Illinois families are being punished by the failures of state government resulting in them paying more and getting less.

Three years ago, Democrats – namely Governor Pat Quinn– promised us that when they raised our taxes they would use that money to pay our backlog of bills. Three years later, the 67 percent tax increase has chased thousands of jobs out

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by Bob Rakow Sochi and brought them home.

While in Sochi, many of the athletes helped feed and care for the dogs abandoned in the Olympic city. It made for great press and better photo ops.

Their actions are well-intentioned. Helping a dog in need—feeding it, giving it a home—is admirable. The trouble is, there are countless hungry and homeless people who need our help long before dogs and cats.

I’ve often wondered what the homeless and hungry think about getting less attention than animals. People sleep under viaducts on cold winter nights, line up for limited space at shelters and pick through the garbage to find something to eat while rescued pets get love and attention from caring families. Again, our priorities are wildly misplaced.

It’s easy to understand why we love pets and want to care for them. They’re cute and adorable. They require some time and effort, but once they get accustomed to their home and family, they’re little bother.

We play with them, take them on walks and they respond with unconditional love.

It’s not so simple with human beings.

There’s nothing cute and adorable about the homeless and hungry.

Many have struggled on the streets for years—some are alcoholics, drug addicts and ex-cons.

Society too often turns away from these people, convinced that they’re beyond help.

That’s true to an extent. We all know the guy who’s been on the street corner for years begging for a loose change. Chances are he’s never going to get the help he needs and become a productive member of society.

But there also are struggling families who caught a bad break or two—unemployment, unexpected illness—which caused them to lose their home. The road back can be a difficult one.

It’s tough to get back on track when home is a car or a series of shelters and you’re next meal is in question.

Backes and his teammates need to understand this. The Blues captain doesn’t have to look outside the city in which he plays hockey to see signs of hunger and despair.

Approximately 135,000 children in St. Louis are at risk for hunger, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This represents enough children to fill Busch Stadium three times.

Further, approximately 88 percent of children enrolled in St. Louis public schools rely on free or reduced-cost meal programs.

Many of these students go back to homes where there is little or no food.

In 2011, the Food Research and Action Center reported that nearly 20 percent of Missouri residents experienced low or very low food security. This means that one out of every five people in Missouri does not know where a next meal will come from.

Nearly 50 years, ago Bobby Kennedy traveled to rural Mississippi to check on the progress of the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964, better known as the War on Poverty. What he found, writes Peter Edelman in his book “So Rich, So Poor,” was “children, thousands of them, hungry to a point very near starvation.”

Kennedy was “deeply moved and outraged,” Edelman wrote, and made relieving hunger a top priority.

Sadly, athletes such as Backes and a host of other celebrities are too busy taking care of pets. Imagine if he and other popular players required fans to make food contributions at personal appearances and autograph signings. Pantries throughout St. Louis would be eternally grateful.

Imagine if an effort was undertaken to build additional homeless shelters in NHL cities—hockey fans would respond if their favorite players were involved.

There’s nothing wrong with watching out for animals, but we must not ignore hungry and homeless men and women in the process.

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One bold solution for many bad decisions of Illinois, but our unpaid bills still remain at over $7 billion.

What’s the real impact of a billion dollar deficit and the unpaid bills? Social service agencies don’t receive funding and they reduce their workload, jobs are lost, and taxpayers pay late payments which totaled $318 million last year alone.

The impact of this mismanagement isn’t just about numbers, it’s affecting people and Illinois’ future. We were told that the tax increase would allow for greater investments in education and safety net programs for those who most need our help. Yet now we face a budget that seeks deep cuts to those very same programs.

The state of our state’s budget is impacting the very fabric of our communities. The poor fiscal policy in Springfield is a major contributing factor to employers like Caterpillar who have chosen to expand outside of Illinois and Office Max who chose to leave the state entirely. And it’s not just employers who are leaving Illinois, it’s our neighbors. From July

2012 to July 2013, Illinois lost 40,000 residents, the highest in the nation.

We face big problems, but the good news is there are solutions if we elect people with bold ideas who are not committed to the status quo in Springfield.

The lynchpin to Illinois’ economic recovery is not rooted in a complex algorithm; instead, it is found in something families do each day – balancing the budget.

Indiana does it. Wisconsin does it. It’s time for Illinois to follow the lead of our neighbors and balance our budget. Only with a balanced budget can we begin to reprioritize our state’s investments, ensure our children have the resources they need to compete globally, make certain that those truly need of help are receiving the very best available and make greater investments in our communities.

Unfortunately, politicians like Governor Quinn have overseen unbalanced budget after unbalanced budget. These actions ignored our constitutional

requirement to have a balanced budget and catapulted Illinois into the position of having the nation’s worst budget deficit.

We must put a stop this cycle of weak leadership and poor decisions that penalize citizens.

As Governor Quinn unveils his budget address, it is my sincere hope that the numbers are real, the budget assumptions are sound and spending decisions are responsible and reflect the priorities of taxpayers. And most importantly, that he proposes a balanced budget.

But if this budget is built on gimmicks, false assumptions and bad math, then it should be immediately rejected. We simply cannot afford any more bad decisions.

Illinois is craving results that positively and meaningfully impact people’s lives. That begins right now with having an honestly balanced budget.

Tom Cross is the Illinois State Representative for the 97th District and the Republican nominee for state treasurer.

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(Asked as the Oak Lawn Pavilion)

Photos by Bob Rakow

David Farnan, Hickory Hills “Just to lose all the winter weight.”

Eamon Foley, Oak Lawn Just walking. I’m holding my own.”

Gloria Victoria, Oak Lawn “I call this work. I keep fit and active.”

Jim Johnson, Hometown “Keep fit and active. Now I’m going home to do the laundry.”

Mike Healey, Oak Lawn “It’s an ongoing fitness program.”

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IndyCar driver highlights Children’s Hospital’s Diabetes Fair

By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor

the masses. A few weeks before starting up the 2015 with the Streets of St. Petersburg race on March 30, he was in Oak Lawn last Thursday as a special guest of the Advocate Children’s Hospital’s Pediatric Diabetes Fair. He signed autographs and gave a talk in the hospital’s auditorium.

According to a hospital release, diabetes is a chronic disease that already affects more

IndyCar racer Charlie Kimball won his first race on that circuit on Aug. 4 when he won the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio.

He made a history with the victory. He became the first licensed driver with diabetes to win an IndyCar race.

Kimball is generous his time and getting his message out to

than 200,000 children in the United States. Physicians at Advocate Children’s Hospital anticipate that by 2020 the diabetes rate among children under age 5 in certain populations will be double what it was in 2000.

“We treat a variety of endocrinological disorders, including growth, puberal, and thyroid disorders, but, by and large, 50 percent of our pediatric popula-

tion has diabetes, and 80 percent of this group are being treated for pediatric type 1 diabetes,” said Vidhya Viswanathan, MD, pediatric endocrinologist, at Advocate Children’s Hospital – Oak Lawn. “For type 1 diabetes patients, the pancreas doesn’t make any insulin; for these children, insulin is a lifesaving medication.”

Diabetes is characterized by high blood glucose (sugar) lev-

els, resulting from defects in the body’s ability to produce or use insulin. The condition, if left untreated, can lead to other health complications, even death. However, once the disease is diagnosed, physicians specializing in pediatric endocrinology typically work with parents and children to develop a proper treatment plan.

The fair also offered free body-mass-index screenings;

blood testing; the latest information on insulin pumps, blood glucose monitoring meters and diabetes camps, refreshments and giveaways.

Photos by Jeff Vorva

IndyCar racer Charlie Kimball, above, who was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in 2007, was the guest star of the Advocate Children’s Hospital’s Diabetes Fair last Thursday in Oak Lawn.

Racer Charle Kimball and members of his staff were on hand during the fair talking to fans and handing out autographs.

There were plenty of people, booths and displays at the Advocate Children’s Hospital’s Diabetes Fair on Thursday.

Focus on Seniors Deadlines for submission are now Fridays at noon. ***

Smith Village Residents To Strut Their Stuff For Fun, Fashion And Fundraising Smith Village will present its annual fashion show and luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thursday, April 24, at 2320 W. 113th Pl., in the continuing care retirement community’s Community Hall.

The cost is $10 per person and includes lunch. All proceeds benefit Emilie’s Fund, which provides for Smith Village residents who have outlived their means. For more information and reservations, call 773-4747300.

Smith Village residents will model brands Sympli, Tribal, Color Me Cotton, Erin London, BKG, Adrianna Papell and Habit, carried by Annie’s, a clothing and gift shop in Oak Lawn.

Double Nickel

The Double Nickel Plus Chorus meets at the Community Center, 3450 W. 97th St. in Evergreen Park, every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in Room 111. Newcomers are welcome. For more information call 422-8776.

Meals on Wheels

The Evergreen Park Office of Citizens’ Services offers a Meals on Wheels program for village residents 60 years and older who are unable to prepare their own meals. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday. For more information

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way and Central Avenue. Various Deadlines for submission items will be for sale, including: are now Fridays at noon. handcrafted items like home deco*** Palos Hills residents 55 years Wladyslaw Oblazny The St. Gerald Mother’s Club rations, children’s clothing, toys, and older meet from noon to Wladyslaw Oblazny, 91, of accessories and more. For vendor 2 p.m. the second and fourth Hickory Hills died Monday at is expecting between 60 and 80 information, call Mary Ellen BizWednesdays of each month at Christ Hospital. Visitation was vendors to appear at their annual zotto at 422-0121, ext. 5504, or at spring craft show, which is takthe Palos Hills Community Cen- Wednesday and the funeral is at stgcraftshow@stgerald.com. The ter, 8455 W. 103rd St. Tickets 9 a.m. today, Thursday at Zarzycki ing place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

St. Gerald Mother’s Club has been Saturday, April 12, at the school, for events must be purchased Manor Chapel, 8999 S. Archer in existence since 1942 and helps one week in advance. Entertain- Ave. in Willow Springs. Mass is 9310 S. 55th Court, Oak Lawn. raise funds that directly support Entrance to the show is through ment includes musicians, sing- at 10 a.m. at Church of Our Lady, the students’ educational needs. ers, luncheons, movies, plays Mother of the Church Polish Mis- door number 5 at Southwest Highand bingo. sion. Interment is at Resurrection Cemetery.

Pinochle You may already know that we offer Mr. Oblazny is survived by his The Worth Senior Pinochle club is seeking new members. wife, Zofia, and children Stanicremation, but you may not know this: Membership is free. Visit the slaw (Teresa), Theresa (Robert) group at the Worth Park Dis- Windoffer and John (Aneta).He trict Terrace Centre, 11500 was a retired carpenter.

Beloit Ave., every Monday and Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 Helen M. Scarberry p.m. Games begin at noon. Call Helen M. Scarberry, nee NaughWe offer traditional funeral services ton, 95, of Palos Hills died Monday 448-1181 for information. as well astraditional cremation.funeral We also want We offer services at her home. Visitation is from 3 as as cremation.

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Ms. Scarberry is survived by children John Scarberry, Mary Anne Watson and Kathleen (Al) 13401 South Ridgeland Ave. Urban. Loving grandmother of Palos Heights, Illinois 60463 Sarah (Paul) Judd and April (708) 448-3530 Urban. She was born in Chicago VanHenkelum.com worked in catalog sales. call 422-8776.

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Deadlines for submission are now Fridays at noon. *** Johnson-Phelps VFW Post 5220, will be having a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, at the post home, 9514 S. 52nd. Ave., Oak Lawn. For more information, call 423-5220.

Because of the severe winter weather, there is a critical need for blood donors. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are encouraged.

To register, call Lifesource at 877543-3768, or visit lifesource.org and use sponsor code: vfwsor30.

A free complete breakfast will be served to all donors, as well as all who attempt to donate. Individuals preparing to donate should eat and stay hydrated.

A proper ID is needed to be eligible to donate. A driver’s license/state identification, Lifesource or military identification, an employee badge with picture and full name, or a birth certificate with picture identification with a full name all qualify as acceptable identification. *** Individuals are needed to join Park Lawn’s Tag Days April 11, 12, 18 and 19 as volunteers. The volunteers are needed at street intersections and store fronts in the southern suburbs of Chicago. The “Miles of Smiles” are to inform 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 csanmiguel@parklawn.com.

Safety vests, collection buckets and handouts with Park Lawn’s logo will be provided to all volunteers. Locations can be scheduled close to home, or a place of employment. Those who are unable to volunteer and would like to make a donation to Park Lawn, visit www.parklawn.com.

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Moraine opens fitness center to the community

By Tim Hadac Staff Reporter More than a thousand men, women and children walked, jogged, ran, swam, pedaled, dribbled and danced their way through Moraine Valley Community College’s new Health Fitness & Recreation Center, 9000 W. College Pkwy., Palos Hills, at an open house March 15.

“This gym is awesome!” exclaimed a wide-eyed Zack Bakutis, 9, of Palos Heights, as he and his mother, Doreen, stepped out of a hallways and into the three-court gymnasium, its floor gleaming with a fresh coat of sealant and its space filled with people playing basketball and volleyball.

Others offered similar expressions of acclaim for the 113,000square-foot facility, two days before it officially opened on Monday.

“There aren’t a lot of pools around—good pools, at least—so I think I’m really going to like and use this pool,” said Palos Park resident Marlene Schmidt, as she relaxed in a hot tub next to the four-lane, 25-yard-long pool. A senior citizen who said she has benefitted from aquatic exercise classes over the years, Schmidt called the pool “clean and conveniently located, and I like that it has a ramp for people who use wheelchairs, so I’m going to let my neighbor know about it.”

Joseph Shaughnessy of Orland Park said the new facility offers him a good opportunity to get cardiovascular workouts.

“Here I can run a few laps [on the 1/10 mile indoor track], hit the bikes or the treadmills, lift weights and even play a little ball---all before or after work,” he said. “It’s good for me because it’s not far from home

and on my way to work [in La Grange].”

The new facility, open seven days a week, “will support the needs of our students, serve the college’s athletics, and be a home for the entire community,” said Mike Schneider, director of campus recreation. “If you look at the wide range of amenities we offer—things you often won’t get at a smaller place—you’ll see that our membership rates are competitive and affordable, and it’s free for full-time students.

The facility can accommodate as many as 2,500 members, Schneider said, depending on how frequently MVCC students utilize it. A number of people signed up at the open house, and others took registration information home with them.

In addition to offering simple use of its facility and equipment, the new center boasts a schedule of more than 50 drop-in fitness classes of varying intensity, including Zumba, pilates springboard, cardio kick boxing, yoga, dance, aquacise, weight lifting and more, according to Palos Hills resident Melanie Herman, who is in charge of all group fitness and mind/body programming and serves as assistant to the MVCC fitness and wellness director.

“I love it,” said Herman, as she took a visitor on a tour of the center’s second floor. As a teacher at the college for 27 years, she had “always hoped that a center like this would be built and opened before I retired from Moraine, but I didn’t expect it would happen. So I’m really excited about this.”

Schneider added that the new center provides employment opportunities that would not have existed otherwise. The center employs about 100 people, 70

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Visitors make use of treadmills and other equipment on the second floor of Moraine Valley Community College’s new Health Fitness & Recreation Center, at an open house last Saturday, while others on the first floor review registration information and enjoy healthy snacks at The Bean café. percent of whom are current students.

In addition to welcoming individuals from the communities served by the college, the new center is available for local youth sports teams for training, Schneider said. Coaches should contact the center for more details.

Membership is $49 per month for community residents, $34 for senior citizens, members of military and MVCC retirees, $26 for recent MVCC graduates (up to a year), and free for full-time students. Part-time students pay $24 for spring 2014 and $48 per semester thereafter.

For more information, visit www.morainevalley.edu/hfrc or contact Pam Lawrence, HFRC membership representative, at 608-4015 or Lawrence@morainevalley.edu.

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Classes demonstrating the services offered at the new center were held throughout five-hour open house. More than 50 drop-in classes are available to people of all ages and abilities.

Hannum students raise more than $18K for cancer research Hannum Elementary School hosted its second “Shave for a Cure” this past Friday night, March 14, raising over $18,000. That is $2,000 more than last year.

“We had about 63 shavees, 30 dancers and so many people there to support this wonderful event,” said Hannum School Principal Anne Marie McGovern. “We even had one brave girl who shaved her head, along with raising over $2,000 herself, we were also able to donate her hair to Locks of Love!”

The shavees were escorted into the gym by a professional Bagpiper. “Staley Da Bear” showed up to help shave some heads and sign autographs, and the 30 dancers on stage kept the party rolling as they danced the night away.

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Oak Lawn’s speech team consists of, left to right, Joe DeLaMora, Leo Quezada, Valentina Lopez, Emily Salomone, Lauren Montesano, Andrew Waterstraat, Taylor Lindemann, and Cameron DeLaMora.

OL speech team continues to excel The Oak Lawn Community High School’s speech team ended its season recently on a high note at the Illinois High School Association State Tournament in Peoria.

The team placed fourth overall.

Individual honors went to Leo

Quezada (fifth place in oratorical declamation), Emily Salomone (fourth place in original oratory) and Emily Salomone, (fourth place in humorous interpretation).

The team of Taylor Lindemann and Cameron DeLaMora clinched

the first place title as state champions in Dramatic Duet Acting and the team of Andrew Waterstraat and Taylor Lindemann took fourth place in humorous duet acting.

— Submitted by Oak Lawn High School

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OLHMS receives state recognition for their conservation efforts

Third grader Camila Nateras raised more than $2,000 as a shavee and The Illinois State Board of also11.5donated her hair to Locks of Love. in.

Education (ISBE) announced the state’s three winners of the Illinois Green School Award program. One of the three winning schools is Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School in Oak Lawn.

The program recognizes schools that save energy, re-

duce costs, protect student and staff health and wellness, and offer environmental education. The other two recipients are Woodland Primary School in Gages Lake and Evanston Skokie School District 65 in Evanston.

Students and staff at Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School enjoy filtered drinking water fountains, which protect users from ingesting potential contam-

inants. Thanks to two refillable water stations, the school has seen a reduction in the amount of plastic bottles discarded and ultimately being taken to landfills.

Their paper- recycling program along with a 1:1 netbook program has significantly reduced the school’s paper consumption.

They are currently working on the implementation of alternate sources of energy to further reduce environmental impact.

The Kid’s Doctor 10.5 in.

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

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Our children need help dealing with stress and anxiety The longer I practice, the more I’m concerned that our children are becoming more and more anxious at younger and younger ages.

While I was used to seeing anxious teenagers tied up in knots about grades, standardized tests, juggling a myriad of extracurricular activities and ultimately getting into a college, I’m now seeing younger and younger kids worried about a litany of things.

It’s not uncommon for me to be seeing an elementary school child (1st-6th grade) for a regular check up and when I start discussing sleep, I find out that the child is scared to sleep alone, will not spend the night with friends, and has tried just “about everything” to try and fix the problem. Others who are so worried about tragedies occurring in

their school, or being abducted or hit by a terrible tornado or hurricane, that they have constant stomach aches and headaches and don’t want to go to school or be away from their parents.

The list of what causes their anxiety seems endless, and part of this may due to the constant bombardment of news via TV, the Internet and other sources. Although our world often seems large and impersonal, this constant and repetitive news stream also seems to bring every story into our own neighborhood. This was not the case before 24-hour-a-day programming.

The problem is that some children have tried and tried to overcome their anxiety and genuinely need help. I also don’t think that for most children this comes in the form of a pill. The thought of putting thousands of anxious kids on medicine really worries me. Since I

realize that the world is not going to become “less scary” or stress-free, our children need to be taught how to handle anxiety.

As I tell families in my practice, the brains of young children are very pliable and kids are ready to learn new ways to deal with worrisome thoughts. One way to address these emotions is with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Check out our new Parenting Panel feature on CBT by guest expert Anne Morris, Ph.D.: http:// www.kidsdr.com/daily-dose/cognitive-behavioral-therapy.

(Dr. Sue Hubbard is an awardwinning pediatrician, medical editor and media host. “The Kid’s Doctor” TV feature can be seen on more than 90 stations across the U.S. Submit questions at http://www.kidsdr.com.

The Kid’s Doctor e-book, “Tattoos to Texting: Parenting Today’s Teen,” is now available from Amazon)

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Chicago Christian shows WYSE-dom The members of the Chicago Christian High School WYSE (Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering) team competed at sectionals at Northern Illinois Universtity last Thursday and they were not as nervous as they have been in the past.

“I went to sectionals last week for Scholastic Bowl.” senior Jon Boonstra said. “I think I got all my nerves out there!”

Boonstra, of Palos Park, took first in chemistry at the sectional meet. The rest of the WYSE team also did well as it took third and will be competing at the state finals on April 8.

The CCHS DECA team recently competed at state where Dan Venhizen of Tinley Park took first in his event, and third as part of a team with Kyle Starostka, also of Tinley Park. The two of them will

travel to nationals in May to hopefully bring home more hardware to CCHS. The CCHS mock trial team took first at the DuPage invitations, and also qualified for the state competition. They ended up taking third in state, narrowly missing an opportunity to head to nationals.

“Whether it is our engineering students competing in Rube Goldberg, our business students competing in DECA, or our incredibly articulate future communicators in Mock Trial — we are very proud of the co-curricular success our Knights have enjoyed this year,” said Principal Robert Payne. “It has been great to see so many kids fired up for the activities that they love.”

— Submitted by Chicago Christian High School

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Chicago Christian High School WYSE Team gears up for the state competition on April 8.

Bulletin Board Mount Assisi Academy

Mount Assisi Academy Looking For Fair Participants.

Mount Assisi Academy is hosting a Career, Volunteer, and Job Fair for their students on from 12:30 to 2:20 p.m. Monday, May 5. The school is looking for: • Businesses that need to fill jobs, to host a table, have our students fill out applications, and conduct mini interviews on site.

• Organizations who need volunteers to host a table and encourage our students to sign up for volunteer opportunities.

• Professionals to come and share their experience in a particular field, answer questions, and schedule shadow days or internships with our students.

For more information, call Marina Tadros at 630-257-7844, ext 239, or email Mtadros@mtassisi.org.

Oak Lawn Community H.S.

Oak Lawn Community High School will host its Relay for Life for the 12th year in a row.

Relay for Life is an organization dedicated to raising money and awareness for cancer research.

This year’s Relay for Life will take place Saturday, May 17.

Per Relay tradition, the faculty, staff and students painted the gym purple on Feb. 7 by wearing purple T-shirts during the varsity basketball game. Relay for Life coordinator Thaddeus Zuzga said that OLCHS raised more than $1,500. These funds will be used to cover all of the extracurricular activities at this year’s Relay For Life Event on May 17, 2014. It is not too late to register teams or participants for the event. For more information, call 424-5200.

Stagg

Stagg High School will celebrate its 50th anniversary with

a namesake event Saturday, April 12 at the University of Chicago’s Bartlett Hall, where Amos Alonzo Stagg served as associate professor and director of athletics.

Tickets, which cost $40 per adult, will be sold until April 1.

A shuttle bus from Stagg High School costs $5. For more information, email StaggSCO@gmail. com. The community, alumni, parents, faculty, staff and retired employees are welcome.

The celebration begins with a tour of architectural landmarks at 5 p.m. starting at the Ratner Athletics Center, followed by a reception from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the hall. The celebration will feature hors d’oeuvres, cash bar and desserts.

The event, hosted by the newly formed Stagg Community Organization, incorporates the talents of students. The Stagg Madrigal Singers and Stagg Jazz Band will perform, and students in the culinary department will make desserts. In addition, art students are involved in creating the tickets and graphics for the program’s ad book, and graphic arts students will help produce material for the event.

Stagg served the University of Chicago from 1892 to 1932, and his office was in Bartlett Hall. The high school proudly displays one of those doors in its Stagg History Room, obtained when renovations took place at the hall. A pioneering college coach, especially in football, Stagg brought innovation to the game, inventing the lateral pass, huddle, uniform numbers and the tackling dummy. He helped organize the Western Conference, predecessor to the Big Ten Conference. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1951 both as a player and as a coach. The Division III championship game for the NCAA is known as the Stagg Bowl.

Astros soar again for St. Baldrick’s

By Bob McParland District 218 “Hi, my name is Jasmine Taylor.

I am a sophomore here at Shepard.

I know most of you don’t know me or that I’ve been fighting leukemia.”

Before she could finish the first paragraph, Dean of Students Jacki Frederking choked on the words that Jasmine wrote. Over the course of the next six minutes, Frederking’s voice broke many times as she shared the story of the Shepard High School sophomore’s fight and resilience.

Diagnosed shortly before the start of school, Jasmine — through Frederking — bravely shared her story with her school. She clearly recalled sitting with her mom, Sonya, and hearing the news.

“My heart was racing. The first thing thought that entered my mind was ‘death.’ I was so scared,” Frederking read.

Jasmine’s story would serve as the centerpiece of the St. Baldrick’s assembly at Shepard, where students and staff set a record with more than $21,000 in donations for pediatric cancer research.

With the support of her mom, family, and friends, Jasmine has remained in school and focused on her future.

“You’ve all made me stronger and kept me going. I know how good it feels to have someone who understands. If you’re ever going through anything, or have questions for me, or just need a friend, I’ll always be there for you,” Frederk-

ing read.

After Frederking finished reading, Jasmine had some fun: She shaved the head of Shepard security officer Shirley Jones. Jasmine and Jones have grown close in recent months — last year, Jones had her head shaved to support her son, Jimmy, who fights Hodgkins lymphoma.

“I was walking to the back of the school with Jasmine. I knew who she was. I asked her, ‘do you know who I am?’

She did.

With tears in her eyes she said “can I ask you some questions and will you tell me the truth?’ said Jones, who promised to speak honestly.

Jasmine and Jones have developed a close bond. Learning that Jones’ son has done well in the past year has helped Jasmine.

“She said ‘well now that gives me hope!’ Every day we talk and sometimes we cry,” Jones said.

Frederking has volunteered for fund raisers for the American Cancer Society and St. Baldrick’s for two decades. She’s certain that when young people like Jasmine step forward to share their fight, others find inspiration to get involved.

“I believe that when someone brave like Jasmine steps forward to share their story, cancer becomes real,” said Frederking. “Though cancer does not discriminate, it can be hard for some people to relate to St. Baldrick’s or the American Cancer Society Relay for Life until they meet someone who is their peer like Jasmine.”

Stagg High School serves the communities of Palos Hills, Palos Park, Palos Heights, Hickory Hills, Bridgeview, Worth, Willow Springs, and Orland Park.

St. Laurence

Alumni Memorial Mass Planned At St. Laurence.

St. Laurence High School and the 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 26 in the school’s library, 5556 W. 77th St. (77th Street and Central Avenue), Burbank.

Father Norm Trela, from St. Symphorosa Parish, and the school’s chaplain, will celebrate the Mass of the Resurrection. A wreath-laying ceremony will take place at the outdoor memorial, weather permitting. Following the liturgy, snacks and refreshments will be served.

Family, friends, and relatives of deceased alumni of St. Laurence are welcome to attend this liturgy. For more information and reservations, call Ed Kozak in the Office of Alumni Relations at 458-6900, ext. 244.

St. Xavier

St. Xavier University will host “Chapters,” an art exhibit by Kelly Harris and Amara Hark-Weber open now until Tuesday, April 1.

The exhibit will be on display in the SXU Gallery, located in the Warde Academic Center at the University’s Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St. The exhibit will be closed from March 10 to March 16 for spring break.

The SXU Gallery’s hours are: Monday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and closed on Sunday.

Harris holds a master of fine arts degree in visual communications design from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and a bachelor of arts degree in visual communications design with minors in fine arts and biology from Purdue University.

Hark-Weber holds a master of fine arts degree in visual communications from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, a master of science degree in development studies from the London School of Economics, and a bachelor’s degree in history and Africana studies.

Photo by Jeff Vorva

This Eagle has landed Olympic silver medal winner Kendall Coyne has a little fun with the Eagles mascot last Friday during an assembly at her alma mater, Sandburg High School, before shooting a few plastic pucks at teacher Mike White. Coyne was a member of the U.S. Olympic team and has been on a whirlwind appreciation tour since landing back in the United States including marching in the South Side Irish Parade on March 16.

Campus Leaders Olivet Nazarene University announced that the following area students have been named to the dean’s list for the recently completed fall 2013 semester: Joel Andrade of Evergreen Park, Philip Caffee of Oak Lawn, Stephanie Linquist and Dana McMahan of Worth, Gabrielle Metzger, Leslie Miller and Cecilia Pivarunas of Oak Lawn, Serena Procknow of Palos Hills, and Rebecca Timmer of Worth.

To qualify for inclusion on the dean’s list, a student must have been enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student and must have attained a semester grade point average of 3.50 or higher on a 4.0 grading scale.

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Features / community calendar Library Notes Evergreen Park

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ManorCare East, 7850 W. College Drive, in Palos Heights, was a Gold Seal of Approval winner.

ManorCare Health Services win Gold Seal of Approval ManorCare Health Services Palos Heights East and ManorCare Health Services – Palos Heights West have earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for accreditation by demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission’s national standards for health care quality, and patient and resident safety in nursing home care. The accreditation award recognizes ManorCare’s dedication to continuous compliance with The Joint Commission’s state of the art standards.

Both ManorCare centers underwent rigorous on-site surveys in January. A Joint Commission expert surveyor team evaluated the post-acute rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers for their compliance with standards of care specific to the needs of patients and residents, including infection prevention and control, leadership and medication management.

“In achieving Joint Commission accreditation, ManorCare has demonstrated its commitment to the highest level of care for its patients and residents that goes above and beyond federal and state requirements,” says Gina Zimmermann, M.S., executive director, Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Accreditation, The Joint Commission. “Accreditation is a voluntary process and I commend ManorCare for successfully undertaking this challenge to elevate its standard of care and instill

confidence in the community it serves.”

The Joint Commission’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Accreditation program was established in 1966 and today accredits nearly 1,000 organizations offering nursing and rehabilitation services. The Joint Commission’s standards address important functions relating to the care of patients and residents and the management of nursing and rehabilitation centers. The standards are developed in consultation with industry experts, providers, measurement experts and consumers.

“With Joint Commission accreditation, we are making a significant investment in quality on a day-to-day basis from the top down. Joint Commission accreditation provides us a framework to take our organization to the next level and helps create a culture of excellence,” says Leslie Ohm, Regional Director of Operations, ManorCare. “Achieving Joint Commission accreditation, for our organization, is a major step toward maintaining excellence and continually improving the care we provide.”

Founded in 1951, The Joint Commission seeks to continuously improve health care for the public, in collaboration with other stakeholders, by evaluating health care organizations and inspiring them to excel in providing safe and effective care of the highest quality and value.

The Joint Commission evaluates

and accredits more than 20,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States.

The Joint Commission currently certifies more than 2,000 disease-specific care programs, focused on the care of patients with chronic illnesses such as stroke, joint replacement, stroke rehabilitation, heart failure and many others. An independent, not-for-profit organization, The Joint Commission is the nation’s oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care.

ManorCare Health Services Palos Heights East and ManorCare Health Services - Palos Heights West, are part of the HCR ManorCare family. The HCR ManorCare health care family comprises centers that are leading providers of shortterm post-acute services. With 60,000 caregivers nationwide, the HCR ManorCare centers are preeminent care providers in their communities. These locations operate primarily under the respected Heartland and ManorCare Health Services names. Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers provide post-hospital care for patients transitioning from hospital to home. Our clinical teams have the demonstrated track record and commitment to impact the success of patients needing this level of post-acute care so they can return home to a meaningful lifestyle.

— Submitted by ManorCare Health Services

Park Clips Chicago Ridge

The Chicago Ridge Park District has several locations. One is the Frontier Fieldhouse, 9807 S. Sayre Ave. For more information on programs at this location, or to register, call 423-3959.

Another location is the Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. Birmingham St. For more information on programs at this location, call 708-636-4900. *** March 27: The Chicago Ridge Park District will host a family concert from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Frontier Fieldhouse. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person, or a family package of three tickets for $10.

A concession stand will be open for food and drink purchases. *** March 27: Julie Chappetto, a 200 CYT Ayurveda yoga teacher, will be holding yoga classes during three sessions, March 27 to May 8, May 15 to June 26, and July 10 to Aug. 21, from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at the Freedom Activity Center. The cost is $40 for residents and $50 for nonresidents. All levels are welcome.

Chappetto will be using Hatha style poses designed around the chakras, energy centers of the body. Class will begin with short mediation and end in savasana. Participants should bring a yoga mat and a yoga block if needed. *** April 4: The deadline to register for the Chicago Ridge Park District’s Breakfast with the Easter Bunny is coming up.

The event will take place from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 12 at the Freedom Activity Center.

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny is open to residents only and the cost is $7 per person. The menu includes donuts, muffins, fruit, juice and coffee. Children will complete a craft, participate in face painting and receive a small gift. Parents can take a photo of the Easter Bunny with their children. *** Various Dates: Kelly McK-

imson-Rhodes, a certified yoga teacher trained at a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School in Chicago, will lead a Vinyasa yoga class during three sessions this spring and summer. Vinyasa yoga focuses on flowing from pose to pose and linking the movement with the breath. The class will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. The first session will be held from March 26 to April 30; the second session from May 7 to June 25; and the third session from July 9 to Aug. 13. The fee is $40 for residents and $50 for non-residents. All levels of yoga students are welcome.

McKimson-Rhodes teaches English at Richards High School in Oak Lawn and her specialty is intelligently designed energizing Vinyasa classes that build heat and strength and end with restorative, restful poses. *** Various Dates: Julie Chappetto, a 200 CYT Ayurveda Yoga teacher, will pass on the benefits of yoga and connecting the breath to movements. She will teach three sessions from 7 to 8 p.m.

The first session is being held from March 27 to May 8; the second is May 15 to June 26; and the third session is July 10 through Aug. 21. The yoga class will help build strength while releasing muscles and stress. Hatha style poses will be designed around the chakras, the energy centers of the body. Class will begin with short mediation and end in savasana. Participants are asked to bring their yoga mat and a yoga block if needed.

All levels are welcome. The fee is $40 for residents and $50 for non-residents.

The Chicago Ridge Park district is offering a two-class discount: $65 for residents and $85 for non-residents. *** Ongoing: The Chicago Ridge Park District is taking team registration for 4th through 8th grade boys basketball and girls volleyball leagues. For registration information, please call 708-423-3959 or visit our website

www.chicagoridgeparks.com. *** Note: The Chicago Ridge Park District is offering a discount special of any two yoga classes for $65 for residents and $85 for non-residents.

Evergreen Park

The Evergreen Park Recreation Department is located in the Hamilton B. Maher Community Center, 3450 W. 97th St. For more information, or to register for programs, call 229-3373, or 229-3374. *** Through May 4: The Boys and Girls Developmental Basketball League will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. for children age 6 through 9 at the Activity Center, 3220 W. 98th St. The Evergreen Park Recreation Department partners with Beyond The Arc Academy for this instructional league.

Players receive a team shirt and play 40-minute games with equal playing time. The fee is $60 for eight weeks.

The Evergreen Park Public Library is at 9400 S. Troy Ave. The phone number is 422-8522. *** Through April 25: “Baby Bookworms,” along with their favorite adult, are invited to the library from 6 to 6:30 p.m. to enjoy songs, action rhymes, and stories. Registration is required. *** March 27: Children in grades six through 12 will learn about yoga as instructor Joan Zigulich leads teens through different asana from 6 to 7 p.m. at the library. A registration and release form are required for participation. *** March 27: Author Melanie Benjamin will discuss and sign her book, “The Aviator’s Wife,” at 7 p.m. at the Evergreen Park Library. She delivers an historical novel based on writer and aviation pioneer, Annie Morrow Lindbergh, whose prodigious talents were eclipsed by marriage to her world-famous and husband, Charles Lindbergh. Paperback copies of “The Aviator’s Wife” are available for purchase for $12 at the Circulation desk beginning, Tuesday, March 18.

Participants who purchase the book through the library, will receive a priority signing number.

Registration is required. *** March 28: A meeting of the 4th and 5th Grade Book Club will take place at 3:30 p.m. in the library. Participants will read “Dragon Rider” by Cornelia Funke. The book club meeting includes a discussion of the book with other children. Copies of the book selection are available at the Circulation desk. Registration is required. *** March 29: Students in kindergarten through grade five are invited dress up as their favorite Rainbow Fairy at 3:00 p.m. in the library. The children will make a whimsical wand and play magical fairy games based on the Rainbow Fairy series by Daisy Meadows. Registration is required. *** March 31 through April 14: Each Monday the library, offers a Computer Club for children in grades 4 through 8 at 3:30 p.m. Julie Keaty will explore programs on the computer. Registration is required. *** Ongoing: The Evergreen Park Public Library is asking residents to share their time, talents or hobbies with the library.

Volunteering gives individuals the opportunity to enrich the quality of life in the community by investing in the public library.

There are opportunites to fill an employment gap, enhance personal growth, earn service hours, and meet new people.

Adult and teen volunteers perform a variety of tasks so that more resources can be directed toward library materials, services, and programs. All that is required is a positive attitude and a willingness to give back to our community.

Interested residents will need to schedule a meeting with Volunteer Coordinator Kay O’Connor, by calling, or emailing volunteer@evergreenparklibrary.org.

Green Hills

Green Hills Public Library is located at 8611 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills. For more information, call 708-598-8446. To register for library programs, visit geenhillslibrary.org *** April 2: The Green Hills Public Library will supply the Legos, students in kindergarten through fifth grade are asked supply the imagination and building-skills when the Lego Oak Lawn The Oak Lawn Park District Club meets from 2:30 to 3:30 administrative building is locat- p.m. or from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. ed at 9400 S. Kenton Ave. For Registration is required and more information, call 857-2225 limited to 25. *** between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.

April 3: Teens can enjoy pizza *** The Oak Lawn Park District’s and pop during a movie from 6 Stony Creek Clubhouse, 5850 W. to 8 p.m. at the library. Showing 103rd St., is hosting special events will be the first Captain Amerduring March. Reservations are ica movie, “Captain America: suggested. For more information The First Avenger.” Those who and reservations, call 857-2433. want to see the second Captain America movie, “Captain *** April 5: Community residents America: The Winter Soldier” are invited to skate with the Eas- can get updated on the Captain ter Bunny at the Oak Lawn Park America saga. One person will District Ice Arena, 9320 S. Kenton win a copy of the movie being Ave. from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. shown. Registration is required and limited to 30 teens. *** There is a $6 admission fee and *** $3 skate rental. CMT Productions April 4: Patrons can view the is providing the music.

Oscar nominee for Best Foreign *** Film, “The Hunt” from 7 to 9 April 4: This is the last day p.m. at the library. Described to register for Oak Lawn Park as gripping, smartly written, District’s annual Easter egg hunt and anchored by a strong perfor children 2 to 8 year olds. Preformance from MadsMikkelsen, registration is required for admit“The Hunt” is said to ask diftance to this event. Families are ficult questions, and to face the answers head on. An AMC gift (Continued on page 12)

card will be raffled off at the end of the night. Refreshments will be served. Registration is required. *** April 8: For those thinking about retirement, but not sure how to go about it, or wondering how much money to invest, the library will host the professionals at Morgan Stanley from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. They will be glad to help patrons in this non-sales orientated seminar on retirement planning. Attendees will receive a packet that contains information and examples to help them learn about the topics discussed. Registration is required. *** April 9: Miss Emily once again presents Green Team time to children 6 to 8 years old from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The evening will focus on nature themed stories and activities.

Register online. *** April 10 and 11: Youngsters 5 and older are invited to paint their very own ceramic frog flower pot for spring planting from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 10, or from 4 to 5 p.m. Friday, April 11 at the library. Registration is required and limited to 30 per session. Due to high demand, the library is offering this program on two separate dates. Patrons are limited to registering for only one of the dates. *** April 14: April is National Donate Life Month, a time for hospitals, schools, businesses, and communities throughout Illinois to educate the public about organ and tissue donation. The library is teaming up with the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office to raise awareness for this worthwhile cause.

Patrons can show their support by signing up to become an organ and tissue donor between 1 and 5 p.m. at the Library in the main lobby. *** April 16: Award winning author and researcher Grace DuMelle will help individuals who want to explore their family history from 6 to 7 p.m. at the library. DuMelle will explain the top ten concepts, such as working backwards, talking to relatives, using the census, and more. Register online. *** April 17: Mrs. Brenda is returning to library to share some spring-themed stories from 6 to 7 p.m. All ages are welcome.

Register online. *** April 18: Patrons are invited to celebrate National Library Week by dropping in the library between 2 and 5 p.m. to design their own bookmarks. Copies of these bookmarks will be given out to other readers that visit the library. *** April 20: The Library will be closed this Sunday. *** April 22: Chef Kate Bradley is returning to the library from 6 to 7 p.m. with a program for teens. Bradley will share her recipes, techniques, and knowledge of cakes in this class, including pound cake, vegan chocolate cake, and maple-walnut chiffon cake. Samples are included. Tuesday, Registration is required and limited to 30 teens. *** April 23: Patrons of all ages are invited to come to the library and play Earth Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Miss Emily is using bingo to learn all about the plane Earth. Register online.

*** April 25: Families are invited to come to the library at 4 p.m. to watch the movie “Frozen.”

Each person gets popcorn and lemonade. All ages are welcome.

Register online. *** April 29: Mystery authors Helen Osterman (Emma Winberry series), Lydia Ponczak (Who’s After Samantha), Jeanne Meeks (Rim to Rim), and Sherry Scarpaci (Lullaby) are coming to the library between 7 and 8 p.m.

They will discuss the difference between writing cozy mysteries and the gritty ones. The authors will also talk about how to write a series, the pros and cons of serial writing, and how to market your eBook. Refreshments will be served. Register online. *** April 30: Children in kindergarten through fifth grade will learn a collection of tricks from the “Magic Team of Gary Kantor” from 6 to 7 p.m. Card tricks, vanishing effects, and much more will be taught. All materials are provided, and each child will receive a magic kit to take home. Registration is required and limited to 60.

Register online. *** Daily: The library offers daily sessions of story time for children 18 months–5 years of age. Parents can register online, or call the Youth Services Department at ext. 117 for more information. *** Ongoing: The Friends of the Library accept book donation at the Circulation Desk on the second floor of the library. Those interested in becoming a Friend of the Library can find membership applications in the Friends Bookstore or at the Circulation Desk. *** Ongoing: Patrons can subscribe to Green Hills Public Library mailing list at greenhillslibrary.org for all of the latest announcements about the library. *** Ongoing: Patrons interested in their family history can visit the library and gain free access to Ancestry.com Library Edition and HeritageQuest Online. For more information, visit greenhillslibrary.org, or call the Information Desk at ext. 120. *** Ongoing: New voters and those needing to change their name or address can stop by the library. There are several staff members on-site that are able to register patrons to vote.

Patrons can visit, or call the library to check for staff availability. *** Ongoing: The latest update to Freegal Music allows Green Hills Public Library District patrons increased access to over 6 million songs from 85 different countries. Registered cardholders can download up to three songs each week, as well as stream three hours each day at no direct cost. Patrons can get started at greenhillslibrary. org, or download the free app for their smartphones. *** Ongoing: Green Hills Public Library District is the first library in the state of Illinois to offer Freegal Movies and Television. This new service offers access to streaming movies and television content. Library patrons are able to access thousands of video selections from major content suppliers (Continued on page 12)

Chef Kate Bradley

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Breakfast, lunch and beyond: New CoCo’s open for dinner

By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

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lieve they’ve made the necessary changes to make the restaurant a huge success.

The New CoCo’s Restaurant is The duo is not short on exopen and the owners say they’re perience. ready to offer family dining at “I grew up in the restaurant reasonable prices in an area lackbusiness with my dad,” Lu Asani ing that feature. said.

The Hickory Hills restaurant, Kenny also came up in kitchen, 9505 S. Roberts Road, reopened the doors. working with family in all aspects on March 5, nearly one year af- Kenny and Lu Asani, the of the food business since arriving ter the previous owners closed restaurant’s new owners, be- from Macedonia.

Kenny’s brother, Imo, and brother-in-law, Jimmy, also are involved in the day-to-day operation of the restaurant.

The new owners did little to alter the appearance of the eatery other than to make some small changes to the entrance. A new pie case was added to display the restaurant’s wide variety of desserts.

“We get a lot of compliments,” Lu Asani said.

So far, the restaurant’s greatest challenge is to spread the word that it’s open for dinner until 10 p.m. The original CoCo’s Restaurant closed at 4 p.m.

“It’s slowly progressing,” Lu Asani said. “I still get a lot of feedback from people who say, ‘I didn’t even you know you were open for dinner.’”

The dinner menu is varied, featuring a wide selection of Greek Breakfast lunch and dinner food is offered at the new CoCo’s cuisine, seafood, stir fry, steaks and chops and Italian dishes.

Restaurant in Hickory Hills.

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Kenny, Lu and Imo Asani have reopened CoCo’s Restaurant in Hickory Hills.

Dinner selections come with homemade soup or salad, potato and rolls and dessert. Many dishes are less than $10, as the owners strive to offer affordable dining to community.

Numerous club and croissant sandwiches, wraps, salads, burgers and hot sandwiches also are available for lunch and dinner.

CoCo’s also serves an extensive breakfast menu for every appetite.

Pancakes, toast or biscuits and gravy are served with every egg dish.

The breakfast menu also features Belgian waffles, crepes and numerous varieties of French toast, including red velvet, banana nut and cherry kijafa. Eggs benedict, omelets and skillet dishes round out the breakfast menu, which is served all day.

The owners are hoping that the unique menu selections

coupled with affordable prices will set them apart from the competition.

“We have some dishes that are not offered at other restaurants around here,” Lu Asani said.

CoCo’s is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week, and carry-out is available. The restaurant seats 220 people in three dining areas, which can easily accommodate large parties. For information, call 708634-2051.

Don’t drive while Take steps to protect your family business wearing Google Glass There’s nothing more impor- their future involvement with tant in the world to you than your business. It’s essential that your family. However, your fam- you know who wants to really Everyone ing Google Glass ily-owned business probably do the day-to-day work and who knows that texand promptly comes in second. So when it wants a lesser connection. Durcomes to protecting both your ing these conversations, you’ll ting while drivticketed her. ing is a bad idea, Police said the family and your business, you also want to discuss other key illegal and very, ticket was issued need to carefully consider your business-succession issues, such as the retirement goals and cash very dangerous. as a violation of moves.

As you know, you face plenty flow needs of retiring family But many of California VehiBy Shelly Palmer us still do it. New cle Code 27602, of challenges to keep your busi- owners and the personal and York has tried which makes it ness running smoothly — but financial goals of the next gento cut down on illegal to “drive it can be even more difficult to eration of management.

Once you have this knowlits residents’ texting while driv- a motor vehicle if a television pass the family business on to ing—the state has issued taller, un- receiver, a video monitor, or a your children or other relatives. edge, you can begin to study the marked SUVs to undercover cops television or video screen, or any In fact, according to the Small various business succession arto catch texters in the act, and has other means of visually displaying Business Administration, only rangements available to you. also created “texting zones” where a television broadcast or video sig- 33% of family-owned businesses For example, you could conyou can pull over and get in touch nal that produces entertainment or survive the transition from first with family and friends. business applications is operating generation ownership to the next sider a family limited partnership. Under this arrangement, These measures still don’t seem and is located in the motor vehicle generation. you, as general partner, would like enough. A court in New Jersey at a point forward of the back of Why is it so hard to keep a maintain control over the dayrecently made news when it decided the driver’s seat, or is operating that drivers alone aren’t respon- and the monitor, screen, or display family business intact? Some- to-day operation of your busisible—if you send a text message to is visible to the driver while driv- times, it’s because no one in ness, but, over time, you would the family has an interest in give limited partnership shares another person you know is behind ing the motor vehicle.” the wheel, you can be held liable It was the first time that using running the business — but to your family members. Evenin the event of an accident.

Google Glass had led to a ticket, many times, family businesses tually, you would also relinquish This stemmed from a civil case and it caught the driver off guard. disintegrate because of the lack control of the business to whoever is going to run it. where a teenage driver who was She quickly took to the Internet of a succession plan.

To create a succession plan, Alternatively, you could estexting while driving severely in- and posted a note: “A cop just jured motorcyclists David and Lin- stopped me and gave me a ticket your first step — and possibly tablish a “buy-sell” agreement, da Kubert. The couple had reached for wearing Google Glass while the most important one — is to which lets you keep control of a settlement with the driver, but driving! … Is Google Glass ille- collect the thoughts and pref- your business for as long as you also wanted to charge the girl he gal while driving or is this cop erences of family members on like — for the rest of your life, was texting with negligence. The wrong??? Any legal advice is apcourt said that remote texters have preciated.” only a “limited duty,” and it will be The charge against the driver hard to prove someone knowingly was ultimately dismissed because texted a driver. However, many the cop could not prove that the think this is a step in the right device was being used at the time

By Tony Dunst direction. the summons was issued.

A Need for New Legislation With the pace of technologiA return to the Asian but in tournaments held in Asia, Cops are trying to apply existing cal advancements accelerating at tournament circuit the caliber of play isn’t always laws to new situations, which may an exponential rate, we can look If you spend enough time trav- that great. not be the best way to approach forward to a constant battle beeling the tournament circuit, you The South Korean governthe problem. A driver in San Diego tween what we are capable of doing gradually gain a sense that poker ment bans its own citizens from County was recently cited for driv- and what is safe (and legal) to do. has evolved differently across the gambling in Korean casinos, but ing while wearing Google Glass. How will our legal system evolve globe. Many of the online play- the tournament field was full After the police officer pulled the to adapt to the rate of technologiers I know are so convinced of of Chinese, Japanese, Filipinos, car over on suspicion of speeding, cal change? Txt me your ideas … this that they consider checking Vietnamese and Korean expats, the officer saw the driver was wear- just not while I’m driving! their opponent’s location to be and it was obvious that many of an important detail during a big the entrants were still new to hand. It’s hard to pinpoint exactly the game. I played several hands why different nationalities have that would never be replicated their own variations of poker in a major North American tourstrategy, but the longer you’re nament, but one in particular exposed to it, the more obvious stood out. it becomes.

We were on the second level of I was fortunate enough to play play, and I’d already doubled my some of the very first poker tour- 30,000 starting stack by hitting United Trust Bank (as of March 25) naments to ever be held in Asia, some hands. The blinds were 75usually organized by the Asian 150, and with the 8h 7h, I raised

RATES APR POINTS Poker Tour and Asian Pacific to 400 under the gun.

30-year fixed 4.500 4.468 0 Poker Tour. Those two tours The player directly to my left 15-year fixed 3.625 3.581 0 began running major events in also had more than 60,000, and 10-year fixed 3.375 3.317 0 Asia in 2007, predominately in he made it 1,100. After everyone Macau and the Philippines. I was folded, I made the call, and the Prospect Federal (as of March 24) living in Australia at the time, and flop came down 2s 5c 6d. the eight-hour flight it took to I checked and then called a reach Asia was much more man- bet of 2,100 from my opponent.

RATES APR POINTS ageable than the 20-hour flight The turn was the perfect 9h, and 30-year fixed 4.500 4.539 .25 from North America to Asia, so I after I checked, my opponent bet 20-year fixed 4.125 4.178 .25 made a habit of attending Asian 5,000. I made it 16,000, and two 15-year fixed 3.500 3.565 .25 tournaments. seconds later my opponent had A few months ago, I learned placed a stack of chips worth All rates subject to change daily. Equal opportunity lenders. that the World Poker Tour was 45,000 in the middle. organizing a tournament in Ko- “I’m all in,” I said, and my oprea, and I crossed my fingers ponent finally sensed something that I would be sent there to was wrong. But after grumbling work the event as a TV analyst. in Chinese for a moment, he That was indeed the case, and called and tabled pocket jacks, SUDOKU Solution in mid-December I flew to Jeju, which were drawing dead against a small island south of the Ko- my straight. The river was irrean Peninsula that’s a popular relevant, and I collected a pot destination for newlyweds. worth about 125,000.

I hadn’t played poker in Asia That was the first (and will for nearly four years, and I was probably be the last) time I won curious whether the Asian play- a pot worth more than 800 big ers had adopted a more conven- blinds during the second level tional style, or if I would see of a tournament. more of the wildly unpredictable play I’d witnessed when I first (Tony Dunst is a poker pro and played there. There are a lot of host of “Raw Deal” on World excellent Asian players on the Poker Tour telecasts. Catch him American tournament circuit, every Sunday night on FSN.)

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if you choose. But during your ownership, you can name the buyer for your business — such as one of your children — and establish a sale price. Your child could then purchase a life insurance policy on your life and eventually use the proceeds to buy the business, according to the terms established in the buy-sell agreement.

Keep in mind that we’ve just skimmed the surface of these two business succession techniques. They can be complex, so before choosing either one — or any other arrangement involving the transfer of your business — you will certainly need to consult with your legal, tax and financial professionals.

It’s important that you fully un-

derstand the tax implications of any succession plan as well as the financial effects of a plan on all your family members.

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WHATIZIT?

We drummed up a nice mixture of faithful WHATIZIT? contestants with some newcomers who all guessed that last week’s photo was of a drum brush.

A healthy group of guessers picked up extra credit for knowing that Buddy Rich, Keith Moon and Neil Peart just might have used a drum brush or two in their careers. What is the extra credit? You get your name in ALL CAPS! That makes this week’s WHATIZIT? more than suitable for framing (not that it wasn’t in the past).

Last week was a lot of fun because many of you playas had comments about how great these drummers are/were and a few old timers busted us for not including Gene Krupa in the conversation.

Nonetheless, here are your winners: The first correct guess went to the tag-team of FRAN and DONNA HIRSCH of Worth.

The extra credit gang consists of Evergreen Park’s HENRIETTA MYSLIWIEC, BERNADETTE PRATL, JIM LONG, JEN MERCHANTZ, AMANDA AND KEITH CALAS, Hickory Hills’ AARON AND MIA GRABOWSKI, JACK AND GRIFFIN BURKE FADDIS, JANICE MASTRO and AL KASPER, Worth’s DARREL HARDIN, JACKIE WILCH, E.J. OAHUEKE, CAROL AND JERRY JANICKI, ROBERET SOLNER, THERESA AND GEORGE REBERSKY and SANDY JOINER, Oak Lawn’s JUSTIN ANTOS, JANE FOLEY and STEVE ROSENBAUM, Orland Park’s MIKE KEYSBOE, Chicago Ridge’s DAN and KATHY HIGGINS, BILL FREDERICK, DANA OSWALD and RICK TOWNER, Palos Park’s WAYNE HANSON and Palos Hills’ MIKE McKINNEY and GOLDIE XIRAFAKIS plus JIM CAP from parts unknown.

Regular credit goes to Oak Lawn’s Martha Wucka, Worth’s Russ and Linda Martin, Celeste Cameron and Gene Sikora.

There was one wrong guess of drum stick (close, but the downbeat Board of Directors said no to this one).

This week’s clue: If you don’t know it by looking at it, you may want to ask your kids or grandkids.

Send those guesses by Monday night to thereporter@comcast. net with the word WHATIZIT? in the subject line. Give us your name and hometown and if you had help from any of the young ones this week.

Park Clips (Continued from page 10) asked to arrive at the start of the program.

The Easter egg hunt will be held from 10 to 11 a.m., or from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Stony Creek Golf Course, 5850 W. 103rd St. The event includes an age-segmented search for eggs, a craft project and a visit with the Easter Bunny. The fee is $4 for residents and $8 for non-residents. There is no rain date.

The Park District is also offering to capture a photo of your child with the Easter Bunny, which will be available for view after the event at www.olparks.com. *** April 11: This is the last day to qualify for the early registration fee for the Oak Lawn Park District Racquet, Fitness and Gymnastics Center, 10444 S. Central Ave., Easter open gym being held Sunday, April 13.

The early registration fee is $8.50 per child. Times are set for different age groups and are as follows: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. for children ages 1 to 5; 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. for ages 4 to 8; 1 to 2 p.m. for ages 1 to 5; and 2:15 to 3:15 p.m., or 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for all ages.

Parents are required to stay with their children during the event.

The day will include special Easter activities for children who will have the opportunity to explore the gymnastics gym, and work off some of that extra energy by crawling, jumping, climbing and swinging around indoors. Children can meet the Easter Bunny and do an Easter craft. Each child will receive a goodie-bag with healthy snacks included. *** Through April 18: Fridays from 5 to 8 p.m. are known as “Fish Fry Fridays” at Stony Creek.

Diners can enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet of Corona battered cod, corn, wild rice, salad rolls and dessert.

The cost is $11.99 for adults and $7.99 for children, ages 10 and younger. A shrimp dinner, baked tilapia or walleye dinner will also be available for $15.99. A cash bar is available. Tax and gratuity are not included in price. *** April 20: The Stony Creek Restaurant and Banquet Facility, 5850 W. 103rd St., will host Easter brunch Sunday, April 20.

The first seating is at 9 a.m. and the second seating is at 1 p.m. The fee is $25 for adults and $12.50 for children 10 and younger. Reservations are required. Payment is due at the time of reservation.

For more information, call 8572433, or email banquets@olparks. com.

Families can enjoy a breakfast buffet featuring the new omelet station, homemade pancakes, sausage links, fresh fruits, meat specialties, vegetables, salad, assorted pastries, juice, coffee and hot tea.

A cash bar is available. *** Ongoing: Duplicate bridge will be held at 11:30 a.m. Mondays at the Oak View Center. Cost is $7 per person and includes a light lunch. For more information, call 857-2200.

Best of The Wine Guy

Sacrificing health for pleasure’s sake The first foods given to humankind were the fruit-bearing trees and plants. These foods provided early humans the sustenance they needed to survive and were powerful medicines that keep them healthy, even though they didn’t know it.

As humans evolved and became more intelligent they began eating foods because they tasted good.

Since foods that tasted good were in demand, some people began selling these foods for a profit.

And so began the unfortunate cycle that has reached a crescendo today: The selling of injurious and life-destroying foods for the sake of making money.

Nutritional scientists are proving through research that many foods we enjoy eating are actually killing us. A diet high in red meat may increase one’s risk of developing cancer by more than 20 percent. And never mind the processed foods that contain preservatives and emulsifiers and hydrogenated oils never meant

for human consumption. Then there are the fried foods such as French fries, onion rings, chicken nuggets and so on that are contributing to this country’s obesity epidemic, diabetes and heart disease.

It seems insane, but people today are willing to sacrifice their health and lives for the sake of satisfying their taste buds. Eating right provides the body natural sugars, enzymes, proteins, vitamins and minerals that help one live a healthy, comfortable and productive life.

A good diet is a long-term investment in life. Eating for taste, meanwhile, provides mere momentary pleasure that creates an almost addict mentality that drives the person to eat more of what tastes good.

But news flash: The natural foods we need do taste good.

The juices of oranges, grapes and lemons are the nectar of life and satisfy your thirst on a hot day. A bowl of berries provides

The Wine Guy with Anthony Scarano innumerable benefits and is delicious for breakfast; or put those berries in a blender with some milk or apple juice and make a wonderful smoothie.

The fermented juice of most any fruit can be made into wine, with grapes, of course, being the most common. Wine is known to rid the body of many simple illnesses but may also be used to prevent and treat some of the most horrible diseases of our time

such as cancer and heart disease.

A 4- or 5-ounce glass before a meal and the same afterward is a fine complement that will help you better digest your food, relax you and help you fall asleep.

Don’t procrastinate on bettering your health and your life. Change how you eat today and take control of your health.

Throw away the frozen dinners, stay away from fast food, and stop drinking sodas and those artificial juices loaded with sugar. If you don’t want to do it for yourself do it for your family.

Anthony Scarano is not a doctor.

He is an 85-year-old Evergreen Park resident, winemaker and certified naturopath. Suggestions in this space are solely the opinions of Mr. Scarano based on years of independent study and personal experience, and may not be beneficial to health. Wine should be consumed in moderation, as overindulgence may be harmful to health.

Spring cleaning provides way to feel better With a winter that’s hanging on longer than usual, it’s easy to feel grumpy and long for warm weather. But if you can see crusty gray snow on the ground, it’s actually a signal that the time is right for something that can make you feel surprisingly better.

Pull out a box or a bag and head to your closet for spring cleaning, the annual chance to give away the clothes and household belongings that have lost their appeal but would make a great find for someone shopping at a thrift store like Nu2U, the Tinley Park shop that benefits Together We Cope.

“People who drop off donations tell us it makes them feel really good to support our social service agency because they

know the money goes to a good cause,” said Pat Hosman, Nu2U manager. “For a lot of them, spring cleaning with Together We Cope in mind is an annual event.”

What’s particularly satisfying for donors is passing along items that are sure to be a hit in the store, like gently used children’s clothing or “household gems” like their grandmother’s table linens, which are enormously popular among young adult shoppers with an eye for vintage house wares. “Some of them have been ‘thrifting’ since high school, when they did it for fun, but now their tastes have developed,” she said.

The constant change in merchandise is part of the draw for shoppers, and Nu2U volun-

Library Notes (Continued from page 10) conveniently on their personal computer, or portable device.

Patrons wanting to get started, should visit greenhillslibrary.org.

Those needing assistance, should visit the Information Desk, or call ext. 120.

Oak Lawn

Tornado of 1967” is now on sale. The book features 180 tornado-related images with caption and chapter introductions and is available at the reception booth for $21.99 (cash or check). Korst’s first book Images of America: Oak Lawn is also available. *** Ongoing: Patrons are asked to donate their “gently used” books, magazines, CDs and videos to the Friends of the Oak Lawn Library Ongoing Book Sale at the library. Due to space limitations, the Friends will not accept Readers Digest Condensed Books, encyclopedias and older textbooks. The donation drop-off area is near the library’s Cook Avenue entrance.

Interested parties may fill out a short form at the reception booth to receive a tax letter by mail that acknowledges their donation. The Friends Ongoing Book Sale provides an ever-changing variety of books, magazines and other forms of media at bargain prices. Hardcover books cost 50 cents each, paperbacks are 25 cents and magazines cost 10 cents each.

Audio-visual items are priced as indicated. Funds collected from the book sale support library programming and purchases that are beyond their regular budget.

The Oak Lawn Public library is located at 9427 S. Raymond Ave. The library’s regular hours are: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, or to register for a program, call 422-4990. *** Immediately: Students, ages 11 to 15, seeking two hours of service may register for a group volunteering session. Students work together on large projects at the library as group volunWorth teers. The sessions will be held The Worth Park District is from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March located at the Terrace Centre, 15 with registration already un11500 S. Beloit Ave. For more derway; Tuesday, March 25 with information, or to register for the registration beginning March programs, call 448-7080.

15; and Thursday, March 27 The Winter/Spring Worth Park with registration beginning District program guide has arMarch 17. rived. Registration has begun. *** *** Ongoing: Oak Lawn Public April 2: Registration is due one LibraryLocal History Coordiweek prior to the next monthly nator Kevin Korst’s new book senior luncheon at the Terrace “Images of America: Oak Lawn Centre, which will take place from 12 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 9.

Both residents and non-residents of Worth Park District are welcome to attend. *** April 18 and 21: The next Kids Day Out trips for children ages 5 to 12 will be a movie and lunch in Chicago Ridge Mall on April 18 and a visit to Hollywood Park in Crestwood on April 21. Children will be entertained from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. for $35. Trips leave from the Terrace Centre. *** April 9 and May 14: Registration is due one prior to each Lunch Bunch trip. Residents and nonresidents are invited to join their Lunch Bunch friends on trips to local restaurants. Worth Park District is traveling to Seasons 52 in Schaumburg on Wednesday, April 16 and Who can forget brilliant Southwest Symphony Orchestra concertmaster Navy Pier in Chicago on May 21.

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teers find it easy to replenish the stock daily. And while the donation—and quick sale—of some unusual items prove you can never tell what will strike someone’s fancy, Hosman said, shoppers are always drawn to seasonal items first. “Right now, people are looking for spring and summer clothes like shorts, sandals, even bathing suits—the same things they’re shopping for anywhere. Everyone’s looking forward to warmer weather.”

That’s what makes the final cold days of spring so valuable for those who want to clear out some of the clutter they’ve accumulated. Tackle it now, when it’s too chilly to get outside, and when the warm weather arrives, you’ll be able to head out and enjoy it knowing you’ll come

home to a lighter, more spacious and cleaner house.

Donations are accepted at Together We Cope, 17010 S. Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays; from 2 to 6 p.m. on Thursdays, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays.

Together We Cope is a nonprofit agency based in Tinley Park that assists families in crisis from 25 south suburban communities through a food pantry, resale shop and funding for some issues like mortgage, rent and utility bills. Further information is at www.togetherwecope.org.

— Submitted by Together We Cope

Duty, Honor, Country Kevin T. Filip has received the George C. Marshall Award during an awards ceremony at the Marshall Center, Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, Vi. The cadet is a student at Loyola University Chicago.

Filip is the grandson of Lucille Filip of Berkeley, and Thomas Murphy of Chicago Ridge. Filip is the son of Scott Filip of Aurora, and Mary Filip of Sugar Grove. He is a 2010 graduate of Marmion Academy, Aurora.

The award is named in the honor and legacy of General of the Army George C. Marshall, who served in World War II as the Army Chief of Staff and in the post-war era served as secretary of state and secretary of defense.

The award is presented an-

nually to the most outstanding senior Army Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets in military science studies and leadership values in each battalion at host universities or colleges. Top cadets from each cadet battalion represent the very best of a highly selective organization. This is a national award and the highest award an ROTC cadet can receive.

The cadets participate in focus groups and round table discussions and lectures on the theme of the national security of the U.S. and the Army’s security role in the international arena.

Cadets receive formal speeches from the highest echelons of the U.S. Army’s leadership ranks, scholars and experts in the area of national defense.

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*** Ongoing: Pickle Ball will be at the Terrace Centre, 11500 Beloit Ave., from 6 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday. Pickle Ball is a cross between tennis and ping-pong and involves strategies such as lobbing, drive shots and overhead slams. Cost is $1. *** Ongoing: Open gym basketball is offered at the Terrace Centre, 11500 Beloit Ave., Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $1.

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2014 Baseball Season Preview OAK LAWN 2013 Record: 16-14.

Head coach: Bill Gerny.

Assistant coaches: Chris Bohanek, Nick Chigas, Gary Gudino.

• Who’s gone: Bob Kametas, P/3B; Chris Rafacz, OF; Marcin Krzysiak, 1B; Billy Thome, C; Lee Baxa, P. • Who’s back: Matt Dunne, 3B/P, Sr. (.361; 2.81 ERA); Mitch Swatek, 1B, P, Sr. (2.51 ERA; .382 in summer); Kevin Zurek, 2B, Sr. (.333); Brandon Quillin, SS/P, Jr. (.400 in summer); Matt Witkowski, OF/P, Jr. (1-0, 1.17 ERA in summer); Jake Slusinski, OF, Sr. • Who’s new: Joe Dodaro, 1B/3B, Jr. (.364, 16 RBI for sophomore team); Ryne Melnik, OF, Jr. (.359, 17 RBI for sophomore team); John Roberts, C, So.; Justin Swatek, INF/OF/P, So. • Outlook: Bill Gerny enjoyed quite the varsity-coaching debut, as the Spartans rewarded him with a somewhat unexpected South Suburban Conference Red title. Oak Lawn’s 2013 edition could not be classified as a dominant club, but it certainly was a resilient one as it beat back challenges from several teams to claim the top divisional spot.

The Spartans struggled somewhat against their nonconference competition last spring, but instead of lightening the load, Gerny plans to run his squad through an even stiffer gauntlet in 2014, one featuring St. Rita, St. Laurence, Lyons Township, Maine South, Sandburg, Brother Rice, De La Salle and three of the four Lincoln-Way schools among the formidable foes. Clearly, Gerny understands the value of testing Oak Lawn early and often in order to prepare it for another shot at SSC Red supremacy and perhaps some greater postseason success.

He’s placing these hurdles in front of his guys even though the Spartans have some rebuilding to do. It’s not so much quantity as quality that must be replaced — conference Player of the Year Bob Kametas, Oak Lawn’s unquestioned on-field leader a season ago, and all-conference selection Marcin Krzysiak are two major graduation-induced losses. Kametas will be missed both as a pitcher and everyday player, but the Spartans still Name Bobby Beard Chris Caliendo Joe Dodaro Matt Dunne Ivan Georgelos Yunis Halim Ryne Melnik Marcus Montes Brandon Quillin Scott Quinn John Roberts Jake Slusinski Alan Spies Justin Swatek Mitch Swatek Ray Walker Matt Witkowski Kevin Zurek

have the makings of a solid staff in Kametas’ absence.

Matt Dunne and Mitch Swatek bring both good arms and smarts to the hill. Each ranks among the top 25 students in Oak Lawn’s senior class and posted an impressive ACT score, and as athletes Dunne and Swatek produced especially solid summer campaigns — the former upped his spring batting average by 80 points, to .441, while Swatek lowered his earned-run average by 1.7 points from one season to the next.

Summer was also a positive experience for returning infielders Kevin Zurek (49-point increase in average) and Brandon Quillin — whose late-spring homer had helped the Spartans defeat Tinley Park in a pivotal conference encounter — and pitcher Matt Witkowski. Outfielder Jake Slusinski is being counted on to contribute regularly with his speed and strong defense.

Adding juice to the attack should be the junior duo of Joe Dodaro and Ryne Melnik, who represented the heart of the sophomore-team order last spring. Swatek’s brother, Justin, and John Roberts are two sophomores on whom Gerny is high. Roberts, who was recently named to the IHSA Student Leadership team, received one varsity start behind the dish as a freshman.

One thing Oak Lawn will have to do in the early portion of its schedule is adjust to life on the road. The harsh winter conditions that blanketed the area during January and February delayed completion of a new baseball diamond, but Gerny is confident his athletes will adjust to the situation with little difficulty.

• Coach’s comments: “I have the expectation that our players will rise to the challenges of 2014. We lost a great group of players from last year who were also great students and people, [but] I truly believe that we have the right players in place for success in 2014.

“As a group, these players have put in the work to show that they are very focused on winning a conference championship and want to prove that they can match up with the difficult opponents [we’ll see both] in and out of conference.” — Gerny.

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SHEPARD 2013 Record: 16-18.

Head coach: Frank DiFoggio.

Assistant coach: Jim Benes.

• Who’s gone: Jeremy Dryier, P/INF; Matt Scott, INF; Nick Medlicott, P/1B; Adam Samad, INF; Christian Araiza, OF; Matt Schmeski, C/OF/P; Jack Garetto, P/INF. • Who’s back: Bobby Peterka, C/OF, Jr. (.368, 9 RBI, 9 walks, 4 doubles); Brendan Hermann, OF/1B/P, Sr. (.270, 17 RBI, 7 walks; 14 Ks in 11 IP); Mark Albrecht, 2B, Jr. (11 walks, 11 RBI, 4 doubles, .855 fielding pct.); Jake Hart, OF/DH/P, Sr. (9 RBI); Kevin Knoerzer, OF/ P, Sr. (20 runs, 6 walks); Eric Horbach, SS/P, Jr. (.870 fielding pct.).

• Who’s new: Adam Gregory, 1B/P, Jr.; Brett Smith, P/3B/OF, Jr.; Kevin Carmody, OF, So. • Outlook: At first glance, the Astros’ 2013 season appears to have been rather mediocre, but what can’t be overlooked is the early hole they dug and from which they had to extricate themselves. Shepard dropped nine of its first 12 decisions, a skid that included a nightmarish collapse against South Suburban Conference Red rival Reavis. In that particular game, the Astros were two outs away from a slaughter-rule triumph before squandering a 10-0 lead and getting tagged with a stunning 15-14 setback.

The psychological impact of that defeat, coupled with the loss of starting second baseman Eric Horbach to a season-ending injury in the seventh game and the absence of its No. 2 pitcher, could have easily left Shepard in tatters. But longtime baseball boss Frank DiFoggio kept his athletes on an even keel emotionally and, eventually, the Astros recovered — so much so, in fact, that they found themselves tied for the divisional lead late in the year before settling for third place.

So in some ways, DiFoggio, who’s entering his 17th season, performed one of his finest coaching jobs to date. Now, he’ll pretty much have to duplicate that feat simply because Shepard said farewell to 10 seniors, several of whom are playing college ball this spring. Adding to the latest challenge is that little exists in the way of proven offense, meaning that, unless a few heretofore unknowns sudNo. 1 2 3 4 5 7 9 13 17 19 21 22 24 27 31 36

denly emerge in a big way, the Astros will have to scratch and claw for runs.

That doesn’t mean DiFoggio is conceding anything, however.

First off, junior catcher Bobby Peterka and senior outfielder Brendan Hermann exhibited some proficiency with the sticks last year, and junior Mark Albrecht did likewise two seasons ago. DiFoggio believes Albrecht is fully capable of rediscovering his 2012 form, when he batted nearly .300, and leaving a disappointing 2013 well behind him. Also in the mix are seniors Jake Hart — who underwent surgery as a freshman and is healthier than at any time since then — and Kevin Knoerzer, plus the returning Horbach, who is expected to move to shortstop.

Knoerzer, Horbach, Albrecht and Peterka are all above-average fielders, which is obviously good news for the defense, while Hermann is Shepard’s most tested hurler. A wild card is junior Brett Smith, whose fastball has been clocked in the midto-upper 80s. If the youngster is able to pitch with control, DiFoggio pegs him as a potential eight-game winner. Junior Adam Gregory and speedy sophomore Kevin Carmody are two other newcomers who should have some sort of impact on the Astros’ fortunes.

DiFoggio has circled a few contests on the schedule as especially important ones, several of which occur in April. If Shepard can fare well in matchups with Reavis, Oak Forest and Richards — which encompass a total of five games — DiFoggio thinks his club “will have a very good year and compete for the conference title.”

• Coach’s comments: “The Shepard Astros will be in rebuild mode this upcoming year, [but] our junior class, led by catcher Bobby Peterka, is extremely talented. Our pitching staff will be inexperienced, but they are all hard throwers.

“Our strengths will be our defense up the middle and our team speed, as almost the entire lineup can run. Our keys to success will be how quickly the young staff and position players can rise to the varsity level with their mental toughness, fundamental execution and personal discipline within their plans of attack.” — DiFoggio.

Name Kevin Knoerzer Ken Gorski Mark Albrecht Travis Pruim Sam Hermana Adam Gregory John Korbakes Bobby Peterka Kyle Longfield Brendan Hermann Eric Horbach Kevin Carmody Jake Hart Zach Haxel Brett Smith Rick Mundo

Pos. OF/P INF/OF 2B/SS/OF ONF/OF 2B/3B 1B/P 1B/OF/P C/OF OF/P 1B/OF/P SS/P OF OF/P C/1B/P INF/OF/P C/INF/P

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Softball Season Preview 2014 EVERGREEN PARK 2013 Record: 16-15.

Head coach: John O’Connor.

• Who’s gone: Sophia Lamb, Megan Beckow, Abby Urchell, Chelsea Christopher, Maggie O’Toole, Michelle Estand, Colleen Burns.

• Who’s back: Carolyn Roberts, OF, Sr.; Jenna Haase, C, Jr.; Bethany Salazar, OF/P, So.; Maddie Vojacek, INF/P, So. Carly Rickert, INF, Jr.; Abby Langevin, INF/C, Jr.; Nicole Larkin, INF, Jr. • Who’s new: Caroline Andrade, INF, Jr.; Kayla Izzo, OF, Jr.; Maddie Meisl, INF/OF So. • Outlook: A solid core graduated from last season’s regional-championship squad, but Lady Mustangs coach John O’Connor is confident that enough talent remains on hand to set Evergreen Park up for another charge toward post-

season glory. One more regional crown would make it three in the past five years for the Lady Mustangs. Headlining in 2014 will be the quartet of all-area selections Bethany Salazar (.575) and Maddie Vojacek (5-1, 1.80 earned-run average), plus Jenna Haase (.465) and Carolyn Roberts (.415). Of that group, only Roberts will graduate in May. • Coach’s comments: “We need all of our returning starters to play up to their potential and hope a couple of our new players can fill the holes left by last year’s seniors. We must also stay healthy and get continued improvement from our younger players.

“Our strength should be hitting again and we should be solid with our pitchers. Elevating our defensive play and depth will be a concern.” — O’Connor.

MT. ASSISI Head coach: Jill Harvey • Who’s gone: Tessa Dearth, Sharon Desparrois, Jordan Lenihan.

• Who’s back: Terri Dearth, P/3B, Sr.; Sabrina Miller, C/3B Sr.; Kylie Maloy, P, Jr.; Madeline Cahue, OF, Jr.; Abby Malloy, P, So. Dana Bunting, P, So., Sam Pakula, P/INF, So.; Katie O’Leary, OF, So.; Molly Murphy, INF, So. • Who’s new: Jenny Desparrois, P/1B, Sr.; Amber Anderson, OF, Fr. • Outlook: When the news came that Mt. Assisi would close at the end of the current school year, it sent the entire student population reeling. However, the softball team has used it as a clarion call to come together and focus on one goal: finishing as high as possible. Seniors Terri Dearth and Sabrina Miller bring the leadership and talent their teammates can follow. Dearth pitched in eight games and posted a 4-to-1 strikeouts-to-walks ratio (40-10), which helped the Screeching Eagles reach a regional-championship contest.

She also played five games as Mt. Assisi’s catcher, recording an impressive 31 putouts and batting .460 with respective onbase and slugging percentages of .480 and .553. Miller will see more time behind the plate this season.

• Coach’s comments: “The girls are all devastated by the whole [closing] situation, but they’ve also all banded together and decided that if they’re going out, then they’re going out big and on top. They’re all displaying a determination that they’ve never had before.

“Molly Murphy is turning into a hitting machine, Kylie [Maloy] and Abby [Malloy] will see a lot of time on the mound for us [and] Maddie Cahue will be leading off for us again. Not only does she possess speed, but she’s become a real strong slap hitter. A lot of these girls are now playing travel ball, and you can see the strides they’re making in their individual games.

“For all our experience, I really think it’s going to be the year of the sophomore for this team.” — Harvey.

MARIST 2013 Record: 14-17.

Head coach: Tom Fabrizio.

Assistant coaches: John LaRoy, Matt Mueller, Don Pirkle.

• Who’s gone: Cody Bohanek, INF/P; Bryan Polak, OF; Ian Woodworth, P; Jack Gainer, INF/P; Luke Daniels, C. • Who’s back: Blake Bieniek, P/OF, Sr. (20 RBI); Ryan Kairis, OF/P, Jr. (.377; 2.30 ERA); Matt McKenzie, P, Sr.; Robert Hovey, P, Sr.; Barrett Callaghan, INF, Sr.; Kyle Barrett, OF/INF/ P, Sr. • Who’s new: Pat Meehan, INF/P, Jr.; Eric Hanson, C, Jr.; Mike Trbovic, 1B/P, Jr. • Outlook: There were no late-season heroics in store for the RedHawks last spring. A spotty regular campaign, made so in large part by weather-induced interruptions and shifting game sites, prevented Marist from ever getting on a serious roll in 2013. That was what had salvaged a sub-par 2012 season, which the RedHawks extended by five games after advancing all the way to a Class 4A supersectional.

One thing missing from Marist’s arsenal a year ago was a stopper on the hill. The RedHawks have often had such an individual in their midst, most recently Mike Hearne, who now attends Notre Dame.

It remains to be seen whether fifth-year coach Tom Fabrizio can unearth someone of that nature this time around, but he was fortunate enough to get an early look at some pitching prospects — while most local baseball programs were forced to remain on the sidelines because of winter’s lingering effects, Marist traveled to Arizona during spring break. There, it managed to get seven games under its belt, which was definitely an advantage for a squad looking to solidify a few areas left shaky by graduation.

Seen as the RedHawks’ mound mainstays are the trio of Blake Bieniek, Matt McKenzie and Ryan Kairis. The latter did not begin 2013 with the varsity squad, but quickly proved worthy of prime time upon arrival as Kairis gave Marist a lift both as a hurler and hitter. McKenName Kyle Barrett Blake Bieniek Barrett Callaghan John Carmody Tommy Finwall Tyler Haizel Eric Hanson Robert Hovey Ryan Kairis Grant Kenny Matt McKenzie Pat Meehan Martin Meyer Tim O’Connell Frank Scumaci Kyle Snyder Jake Soukup Mike Trbovic Dylan Woodworth

Pos. OF/INF INF/P INF 1B/P OF INF C P OF/P 3B P INF/P P OF P OF 3B 1B/P OF

zie, a southpaw like Kairis, has already committed to St. Xavier University, while Bieniek provides the RedHawks with an experienced righty. Seniors Robert Hovey and Frank Scumaci are two other staff veterans.

Along with Kairis and Bieniek, senior infielder Barrett Callaghan will be a key member of the batting order. Minus boppers such as Cody Bohanek (University of Illinois-Chicago), Bryan Polak (St. Xavier), Jack Gainer (Quincy University) and Luke Daniels (Triton College), Marist may find runs a bit more difficult to come by, although that didn’t seem to be much of a problem in the warmer climes of Arizona. A RedHawks asset could be team speed — they swiped 15 bases in Arizona and had only one runner thrown out, a promising occurrence for any club seeking to manufacture scores.

Juniors Pat Meehan and Eric Hanson, both of whom were solid performers last summer, are two youngsters expected to supply measurable input. Also stepping forward at various times during the western trip were Tyler Haizel, Mike Trbovic, Tommy Finwall and John Carmody.

As always, the East Suburban Catholic Conference will be filled with land mines, but Fabrizio isn’t limiting the RedHawks’ tests to league play.

Once again, Marist will also confront some tough customers in nonconference affairs, including Sandburg, St. Rita, Mt. Carmel, Providence Catholic and Andrean (Ind.). Thus, it should be adequately prepared for whatever awaits it in the state tournament.

• Coach’s comments: “We will have a good mix of guys with valuable experience at the varsity level and some talented newcomers. Our defense will have to be our strength, as we have pitchers who will throw strikes but won’t strike out a lot of people.

“We hope to compete at the top of the ESCC and we usually play our best baseball toward the end of the season.”

— Fabrizio.

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SANDBURG 2013 Record: 22-15.

Head coach: Jim Fabianski.

• Who’s gone: Candice Koch, Ellie Forkin, Meg Flaherty, Sam Radunz.

• Who’s back: Katie Krzus, 1B, Jr.; Sarah Herold, P, Sr.; Brooke Heimerl, 3B, Sr.; Karli McLaughlin, C, Sr. • Who’s new: Briana Soltis, C/INF, So. • Outlook: The Lady Eagles took flight in the latter portion of the 2013 season, winning nine of their last 11 games and reaching the Elite Eight in Class 4A by stunning defending state champion Marist in a sectional final.

While some of the mainstays from that Sandburg roster have graduated, coach Jim Fabianski Name

Cierra Adamus

Emily Griskell

Madeline Hanley Brooke Heimerl

Sarah Herold

Katie Krzus

Caroline Kuzel

Lauren McCaughey Karli McLaughlin Maddie Poole

Kasi Sanders

Lauren Schultz

Brianna Soltis

Kaitlin Swaw

Kristen Zarate

has a few solid returnees who are eager to make another deep postseason run. The Lady Eagles’ three key seniors are pitcher Sarah Herold (2.53 earned-run average, 166 strikeouts), Karli McLaughlin(.306, 5 homers, 23 RBI) and Brooke Heimerl, all of whom are entering their third varsity campaign. Junior Katie Krzus (.385, .726 slugging pct., 9 homers, 41 RBI) will again serve as a primary power source.

• Coach’s comments: “As always, one of our primary goals for the season is to get downstate. After having been to the supersectionals last year, I believe that the girls got a taste of what it takes and they are excited to better themselves from last year.” — Fabianski.

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The Regional News - The Reporter

You be the judge of this court news Bartosh (Reprinted from March 19, 2009)

cutting move. The 9,000-seat “Wigwam,” the second-largest high-school basketball venue in TV court shows have be- the country, is considered hiscome quite the viewing staple toric, but that history seems to over the past several years. be encroaching too far into the Night-shift workers, college district’s financial future. students, retirees and people The Wigwam is remaining who suspect they’ll see some open despite the fact that it family member achieve 15 min- reportedly has been a drain on utes of infamy are the individu- the district’s budget. According als most likely to sit down for to the AP account, the building’s a daily video visit with Judge utility bill alone ranks as the Mathis, Judge Judy, Judge district’s third-highest, but basJoe Brown, Judge Reinhold or ketball trumped books as two whichever legal mediator hap- elementary schools, one middle pens to occupy that particular school and a vocational school half-hour. will be sacrificed in place of the These shows are popular be- Wigwam. cause the folks who watch them I’m not naive — I know a learn a little bit about the law great many colleges, particuand also develop a fresh perspec- larly those in NCAA Division I, tive on how good their own lives value layups over literature and really are in comparison to the steals over social studies — but parade of human flotsam that I hope I’m not the only one who continually bobs in front of the finds discomfit in the Anderson camera lens. situation. Sure, basketball is a Later this month, though, in- more popular spectator sport terest in the courtroom antics than, say, chemistry — unless will probably wane a bit and some kid causes a lab explosion, be replaced by a different sort which he might if he’s getting of court entertainment. When shortchanged on introductory March Madness gets underway, science procedures because of everyone suddenly becomes a a grade-school closure — but basketball junkie for a couple can’t we at least pretend to care of weeks. about young people’s academic In a shameless effort to tap well being? into that increased level of in- Perhaps we finally will when terest, I’ve decided to dedicate those same kids have grown up this week’s column to some odd minus marketable skills. By happenings related to the sport. then, though, it’ll be too late.

Here are three recent Associ- • MBA, NBA, WHAT’S THE ated Press stories that caught DIFFERENCE? One man who certainly unmy eye: • HOOSIER HYSTERIA derstands the value of education RUN AMOK is former Detroit Pistons star OK, everyone knows about In- Dave Bing, who is running for diana residents’ love affair with mayor of that city. basketball. Being able to count So important is scholastic Larry Bird and Oscar Robert- achievement to Bing, in fact, son among the state’s legendary that he gave himself credit players certainly validates that even when Syracuse Univerhigh fondness level, but maybe sity didn’t. Bing, a basketball the heavy emphasis on basket- standout for the Orangemen in ball should be rethought. the 1960s, allegedly touted his This came to mind after MBA degree at different points reading that a school board in of his campaigning.

Anderson, Ind., was sparing a Seeing as how he’s a politician 47-year-old athletic facility while now and it’d be child’s play to closing four schools in a cost- do so, I don’t want to automati-

cally accuse Bing of avoiding the truth as if it were a case of anthrax. Yes, a lot of governmental lifers would get 50 percent of the responses wrong on a truefalse test, but maybe Bing simply meant to type “NBA” on his resume and accidentally hit the “M” button in error.

Hey, the letters are right next to each other on a computer keyboard, so it’s possible.

And as for the revelation that Bing’s undergraduate degree was earned 29 years later than he originally said — well, big deal. It could be that he’s no more proficient in mathematics than typing.

Sounds like the perfect man to become an elected official.

• PUTTING HER MONEY WHERE HER MOUTH IS AP sports columnist Jim Litke wrote about an unusual proposal from Courtney Paris, the center on Oklahoma University’s women’s hoops squad.

On the school’s Senior Night, Paris — whose dad, Bubba, was an offensive lineman for the San Francisco 49ers in the 1980s — proclaimed that she would repay every penny of her fouryear scholarship if the Sooners failed to win the NCAA women’s title. When given a chance to rethink her position, Courtney Paris reiterated her original stance.

“I want to do something special,” she told the Oklahoman newspaper. “I meant what I said.”

The amount in question here is a cool $64,000, hardly chump change, at least to most of us.

Will Paris be true to her word, or does this simply rank as one highly original motivational tactic?

She can avoid answering, of course, by leading Oklahoma to the top. But if she doesn’t and she later reneges on her offer, Paris won’t necessarily suffer because of her waffling.

In fact, Dave Bing might decide to put her on his payroll if he gets elected

Sports wrap

By Anthony Nasella As impressive as Sandburg’s boys’ water polo team was last week — it opened the 2014 season with three victories and scored a total of 45 goals in those matches — Eagles coach Jim Caliendo was most satisfied with his squad’s defensive effort.

Sandburg started with a 10-4 victory over Lincoln-Way North in a SouthWest Suburban Conference crossover match and then crushed Bremen co-op 18-2 and Hinsdale South 17-4 in nonconference encounters on Tuesday and Thursday, respectively.

“I’ve definitely seen what I expected on offense because of the kids that I’ve seen who have been leading the way in practice,” Caliendo said. “What I’m really pleased with is our defense.

“Our team defense has really done well against the teams we’ve played thus far. That was a little unexpected and, therefore, a nice surprise.”

Against Lincoln-Way North, Zach Roper paced the Eagles with seven goals. His five goals propelled them past Bremen, and then Roper (six goals) and Mitch Zieler (five) led the charge for Sandburg in its romp over Hinsdale. Sean McNicholas registered 11 saves in the latter match.

“Zach Roper and Mitch Zieler have definitely led the offense,” Caliendo said. “[And] I’m very proud of Sean McNicholas so far in goal.”

Roper and Zieler have also contributed on the defensive end for the Eagles. So, too, have other members of the starting lineup, a unit that includes Majd Ibrahim, Ben Crnich, Mitch Winkelman and Mike Hinde.

“I believe that this group can jell into a pretty good unit down the road,” Caliendo said. “The fact that they’ve done better than I expected is a good indication that they can build on what they’ve already demonstrated. We have a long way to go, but I think we’re going to get a lot better.”

And getting better will be the key to success in a very competitive SWSC Blue, where Sandburg will bump up against teams such as Stagg, Homewood-Flossmoor and Lockport.

“We have a very tough conference this year,” Caliendo said.

“It’s loaded with good water polo teams.

“It’s going to be very interesting to see how we match up against those teams. It’s going to be a very hard conference to win because each team, including us, is capable of winning it.” *** Stagg captured a pair of matches last week to improve its season record to 4-3. The Chargers defeated Argo 13-4 on Tuesday and Hinsdale South 12-10 on Friday.

Filip Patrak scored four times and netminder Peter Krivanec stopped 14 shots to lift host Stagg past the Argonauts. Connor Kaufmann tacked on three goals for the Chargers. Against Hinsdale South, Alex Kunz netted four goals and Gabe Jezierski added a hat trick to carry Stagg to another home triumph. *** Shepard dropped a pair of matches last week as it fell 194 to Andrew on Wednesday and 10-7 to Riverside-Brookfield on Thursday Christian Reyes scored four goals against both the Thunderbolts and Bulldogs, while Zach Sierzega, Mike Jakbauskas and Andrew Choragwicki accounted for the Astros’ other markers opposite R-B. GIRLS’ WATER POLO Sandburg (3-2) notched pair of victories last week as it downed Lincoln-Way North 19-10 in an SWSC crossover affair on Monday and slipped past Bremen co-op 11-7 on Thursday.

Sarah Dolitsky led a balanced Lady Eagles attack versus the Lady Phoenix with five goals.

Stephanie Pappas and Danielle Lencioni added four goals apiece for Sandburg, while Clare Lawlor tallied three times.

The Lady Eagles jumped out to a 6-3 lead after one quarter behind two goals each from Dolitsky and Lencioni. Pappas scored three times in the second period as Sandburg closed the first half on a 5-0 run to take a 13-4 lead into the break. “ The Lady Eagles, who were ahead 17-6 after three quarters, also got a goal each from Katie Flaherty, Tricia Mangila and Mara O’Connor. Netminder Morgan Bartelment was credited with 11 saves.

Lencioni and Dolitsky both registered four goals to boost Sandburg past Bremen in Orland Park.

GIRLS’ SOCCER Shepard went 2-1 in last week’s Windy City Ram Classic at Lincoln-Way North, as it beat Beecher (5-0) and Homewood-Flossmoor (2-0) on Monday and Saturday, respectively, but lost to the host school (4-1) on Wednesday.

The Lady Astros captured their win over the Lady Bobcats behind Kelly Evancich, who netted a hat trick. Aubrey Quick added two goals. Sisters Christina and Tiffani Kotas each tallied a second-half goal for Shepard opposite H-F. Evancich and Quick recorded assists on those scores and goaltender Heather Banis posted her second shutout of the year. Also supplying strong defensive play on the Lady Astros’ behalf were Rachel Libera, Abby Newsome, Adie Pastrana and Megan Brady. *** Stagg opened its season last Tuesday by playing to a scoreless tie against Andrew. Claire Heneghan and Grace Scarim combined to make seven saves for the visiting Lady Chargers.

BOYS’ TRACK Sandburg (99 points) held off Lemont (90) to grab the championship at the Injuns’ six-team invitational on Saturday.

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(Photo by Jeff Vorva)

Stagg’s Ashley Detlaff returns a shot against Argo this past Monday. The Lady Chargers captured their initial victory of the young season, 10-5.

(Photo by Jeff Vorva)

Marist players, who recently spent a week in Arizona, try to get their home field ready for play this past Monday. It didn’t happen, but the RedHawks are still off to a good start in 2014. A season preview for them and every other area baseball team appears in this week’s edition.

Baseball roundup

Local teams hit the road

Knights, Crusaders, RedHawks able to open 2014 season

By Ken Karrson

single, Mike Santarelli had drawn a two-out walk and freshman Zach Spring trips to Florida are com- Frieling followed with a two-RBI monplace for many high school- double. and college-aged students.

“One thing we’ve really tried Baseball players at Marist, how- to establish is the next-man-up ever, opted to travel in the other philosophy,” Brauer said. “They direction. They went to Arizona, were a very good hitting team, but where cold temperatures were no- we just kept battling all day. where to be found and they were “Our kids were great. There able to begin their 2014 season was a lot of positive energy and on schedule. team bonding, and they really Athletes at Chicago Christian had a lot of focus and competed and Brother Rice, meanwhile, hard.” chose Jacksonville as their desFor the day, Max Kerfin was tination last weekend — Jack- the Knights’ offensive ringleader sonville, Ill., that is. While winter as he slugged three doubles and hadn’t yet loosened its grip on coaxed four free passes. Frieling, the downstate locale, either, that one of five other Christian playtown’s Lenz Field is covered with ers to collect more than one hit, artificial turf, meaning baseball doubled twice and knocked in five games were able to get played. runs. He also reached base on a Both the Knights and Crusad- walk and by being plunked with ers saw action twice on Saturday, a pitch. and the former triumphed in each Jack De Vries was another noinstance. Wins over Midwest Cen- table with two hits, three RBI, tral (6-2) and Valmeyer (13-11) a sacrifice fly and one base-ongave Christian a 6-0 mark in three balls. Wolterink, the Knights’ last journeys to Jacksonville over the pitcher, picked up the victory in past two years.

Game 2 after forcing Valmeyer More importantly, coupled with to leave the sacks filled in the a 12-5 victory over defending Class bottom of the seventh.

2A champion Lisle on Thursday Junior Christian Bolhuis, who at the Ray Kroc Center in Chi- had worked briefly against Lisle cago, Saturday’s twin successes two days before, threw four ingot another Knights campaign off nings of Saturday’s opener and to a strong start. held Midwest Central without an “It was good to be playing in- earned run in what ultimately stead of sitting around,” Christian became a 6-2 Chicago Christian coach Eric Brauer said. “Except triumph. Bolhuis struck out 10, for about 15 minutes, we had allowed one hit and surrendered not been outside, so we were three walks while tossing about just hoping to see everything in 70 pitches. live time. We wanted to see how “We wanted to extend him a guys react.” little bit [more than before] and Brauer, who guided the Knights build a pitch count,” Brauer said to 30 wins a year ago, especially of Bolhuis, who was greatly aided liked what he saw in Jacksonville, by a 6-4-3 double play the Knights where 17 different players “con- executed in the sixth frame while tributed something to help us. It Midwest Central had the bases was just a team day.” loaded.

Christian appeared headed for *** a two-game split after Valmeyer In its season-opener on Thursplated seven runs in the bottom day, Christian answered Lisle’s of the fifth to create a 10-4 lead four-spot in the top of the first for itself. Playing in temperatures with five runs. Bolhuis’ two-run that never rose above the 30s double and O’Meara’s RBI single and in a game that eventually highlighted the rally. stretched to well over three hours, The Knights were clinging to the Knights certainly didn’t seem a 6-5 edge in the fifth when they poised to respond with an outburst finally blew the contest wide open. of their own.

De Vries’ bases-clearing triple was But they did. Eleven men went the critical blow in a six-run upristo the plate in the top of the sixth ing, but Kerfin (double), Bolhuis and six runs scored, the tying one (single) and O’Meara (bases-filled crossing the plate on Trevor Wolt- walk) also chipped in with RBI. erink’s single. Wolterink was bat“It was a nice way to start [the ting for Sean O’Meara, who had season],” Brauer said. “I was very injured his foot after hitting a foul pleased with the outcome. The ball off it. Just before Wolterink’s strike zone was very tight in the

first inning, so there were some walks, but there were also a lot of hits.”

Four of Christian’s seven safeties went for extra bases, including a double by Frieling, while Lisle was limited to four hits, one of which was a leadoff homer in the top of the first. Dan Vos, the Knights’ second of four hurlers, pocketed the win.

Before embarking on a nineday trip to Florida on Sunday, Christian was slated to take the field three times this week. A date with Eisenhower on Monday at the Kroc Center got things underway, and matchups with Elmwood Park and Momence today and Saturday, respectively, are also on tap.

BROTHER RICE The Crusaders also got one game in prior to arriving in Jacksonville. Brother Rice ushered in the 2014 campaign on Thursday at Wheaton College, where it downed Whitney Young 11-3.

Erich Lieser’s hit got the Crusaders on the board in the first stanza, but it wasn’t until the fifth when Rice seized control. An eight-run explosion in that frame did the trick, as Kevin Biondic and Kyle Hilliard both belted two-RBI hits. Also driving in a run was Andrew Dyke with a single.

The inning had begun with a walk, Dolphins error and Mike Massey’s bunt single.

“It was nice to see our bats compete and us play pretty well,” Crusaders coach John McCarthy said.

“We’d played a few intersquad games, but it was definitely exciting to get outside and compete [in an actual contest]. Our defense was outstanding and the pitching was pretty good.”

Freshman Ryan Kutt, who relieved Mike Enriquez on the hill, logged his first high school victory by throwing two scoreless frames.

Lieser and Hilliard paced the offense with two hits apiece, and the former also scored twice. *** Rice continued traveling the high road on Saturday, as it rode Lieser’s career performance to a 10-0 whitewash of Morris. Lieser was responsible for the first seven Crusaders runs as he brought in three teammates with a first-inning double and then swatted an inside-the-park grand slam in the second.

Dyke added a triple and RBI to Rice’s production, and Kutt (sin(Continued on page 5)

Softball roundup

Lady RedHawks stay busy on Florida trip

By Anthony Nasella While softball fields around the area were unplayable last week due to the lingering effects of a brutal winter, Marist was unaffected.

That’s because the Lady RedHawks ventured to Orlando, Fla., during their school’s spring break.

Marist players spent most of their days at the ballpark instead of the beach, but they still had some fun in the sun as they returned home with three wins in six tries.

The Lady RedHawks opened their 2014 campaign with a 2-1 victory over Miami Gulliver Prep on Monday and then defeated Penbrooke Pines Charter 3-1 the next day. After suffering a 4-1 loss to Westminster Christian in the first of two Wednesday contests, Marist bounced back to beat Osceola of Orlando 9-1.

The Lady RedHawks closed things out on Thursday with setbacks against Pines Harmony (2-1), which is ranked 15th nationally, and St. Cloud (8-4).

“I was pleased with the play of both our young girls and older girls,” said Marist coach Denise Fasano, who is in her final season in charge of the Lady RedHawks’ varsity program.

“It’s just a matter of the two groups communicating with one

another, definitely cooperating with each other, and believing in each other. This is a group who I believe can perform [well] on game day together.”

In the win over Miami Gulliver Prep, junior Zariya Gonzalez smacked a run-scoring single for Marist and also struck out seven while throwing a complete game.

Alexis Rogers had the Lady RedHawks’ other RBI. Gonzalez’s work in the circle was just the beginning of her pitching duties. She logged 23 innings in all during the week, struck out 18 batters, won two of three decisions and registered an earned-run average of 0.69.

Marist’s other hurler, Lizzie Annerino, went 1-2 with four strikeouts and a 1.31 ERA. Offensively, the Lady RedHawks received contributions from a number of players, but their two stalwarts — senior shortstop Brooke Wyderski and sophomore second baseman Madison Naujokas — were the standouts. Wyderski batted .476 in the six contests, slugged her first homer of the year and drove in three runs, while Naujokas hit .450 and had one RBI. While most of the season remains, Fasano realizes time will pass quickly, so she wants to enjoy every moment of her final coach-

ing campaign.

“It’s bittersweet, of course, because Marist is the only job I’ve had,” said Fasano, who guided the Lady RedHawks to the Class 4A title two years ago. “I’m very excited to spend my last season at Marist High School, coaching a sport that I love, and working with girls who I hope believe in what I have to offer to them.”

And she also made sure the Lady RedHawks didn’t live an all-work-and-no-play existence in Florida.

“Friday was our day off, so the girls got to spend the day by the pool and visit downtown Disney,” Fasano said. “They were also able to do some outlet-mall shopping. It was a good bonding time for them.”

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN The Lady Knights opened their season last weekend in downstate Jacksonville at the Play The Turf Jamboree, but they came away winless in two games. Both Seneca (10-0) and Princeville (12-1) had little difficulty in handling Chicago Christian.

Against Seneca on Friday, Kaycee Pittman went 3-for-3 with a double for the Lady Knights in the six-inning contest. Madison Riemersma’s sacrifice bunt scored Davina Gutierrez with Christian’s lone run on Saturday.

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Trinity sports report

The long, cold wait for spring

By Tim Cronin

the home opener and Cardinal Stritch University on Friday at There is something numbing 3 p.m. It’s the start of a stretch about the thump of a ball into a that will have Trinity on the field glove and the crack of a bat when for eight days out of the next 10 heard in a gymnasium.

— or so the Trolls hope.

It sounds out of place and arWhile Trinity’s teams practice tificial. under the roof, their records remain That sound has been heard all unchanged — the baseball squad too often in the area this year, is 5-8, the softball team 5-5. And and Trinity Christian College both clubs, especially the pitching is no exception. Both the base- staffs, are itching to get going. ball and softball teams had a *** week’s worth of contests erased If the weather is clear, the local by the inclement weather that outdoor track season will begin has wreaked havoc on schedules Saturday at North Park College, across the Midwest. and the Trolls will be there. If The Trolls baseball squad had all not, they’ll have to wait until at five games scheduled since its return least next Saturday for a meet from Florida wiped out. Trinity is in Huntington, Ind., the first of slated to play Holy Cross College on four slated for April. ... TriniSaturday at Notre Dame, if weather ty’s golf team’s first post-spring and field conditions permit, and break tournament is Monday, then follow up with a doubleheader a one-day engagement at Briar at home on Sunday.

Leaf in LaPorte, Ind., hosted by If that happens, there will be Purdue-North Central — weather rejoicing. Saturday’s game would permitting, of course. April 8 will be the first for the Trolls in two bring a tournament at Inwood in weeks.

Joliet, hosted by St. Francis.

The same situation goes for BASKETBALL the softball team. Trinity hasn’t Trolls freshman Jared Jones played since March 13. earned the Chicagoland Collegiate If everything goes right, the Athletic Conference Freshman of Trolls will host the University the Year award for his play this of St. Francis today at 3 p.m. in past season.

Jones, from Waukee, Iowa, paced Trinity and was fifth in the league with a 17.3 pointsper-game scoring average. He led all of NAIA Division II with 114 3-pointers and was the CCAC’s best free-throw shooter as he connected at an 87 percent clip from the line.

Jones also collected a spot on the National Christian College Athletic Association All-North Central team. Teammate Jake Van Den Berg was an honorable mention selection.

Both the men’s and women’s squads were awarded the CCAC’s Champions of Character laurel, the league’s sportsmanship award.

Among the individual honors for the women was junior Caitlin Cody’s selection to the NCCAA All-North Central squad. Cody, a transfer student, led Trinity with per-game averages of 13.2 points and 8.0 rebounds, which ranked fourth and second, respectively, in the region.

Sophomores Brooke Bambrick and Allie Paluchniak collected regional honorable mention plaudits, while Bambrick and six of her teammates earned scholar-athlete recognition.

Moraine athletics wrap

Shot and a save

Brother Rice goalie Kevin Kenny makes a save on a Fenwick shot during a water polo match this past Monday. Despite their failure on this particular shot, the Friars secured a 12-7 win over the Crusaders.

SXU sports summary

Basketball players gain postseason honors

Some good deeds do get rewarded.

While the 2013-14 men’s and women’s basketball campaigns

By Maura Vizza have gone above and beyond be- new Cyclones roster sporting a didn’t feature the kind of postseason success that was hoped fore the season even started. fresh attitude for 2014.

While every Moraine Valley “Moraine Valley has competAlthough most area teams don’t for, some St. Xavier University College athlete anxiously awaits ed at the national level and I’m yet have a useable field, Moraine student-athletes nevertheless rea shift away from cold weather, happy to be coaching here. The players have nevertheless pushed ceived individual storybook endone Cyclones spring sports team student-athletes have more inten- themselves in indoor practices and ings. And in a few instances, those must also deal with a change in sity and put a priority in playing during spring training in Arkan- rewards recognized them as both leadership. tennis.” sas. It’s a group determined to athletes and students.

Five Cougars, in fact, were feted The men’s tennis squad, long Thompson, who also coaches improve upon a less-than-stellar for academics by being named the domain of school athletic di- girls’ tennis at Providence Catho- 2013 campaign. rector Bill Finn, is now guided lic High School, gained previous Kevin Siergiej (Shepard) and as Daktronics Scholar-Athletes.

by Ben Thompson. Thompson in- collegiate coaching experience Joel Cordova are returning start- Tabbed for honors in the NAIA Diherits a program that welcomes while serving as an assistant at ers on the hill, but whatever vision II men’s basketball category back four members of the crew the University of St. Francis. He success the Cyclones enjoy this were senior Brad Karp and junior that took third in regional play also plays competitively himself spring will depend largely on how Brandon Marren, while the trio a year ago. and is ranked 351st nationally quickly several newcomers can of juniors Suzie Broski, Maloree While certainly a credible show- in his age group. assimilate to the college game. Johnson and Morgan Stuut were ing, that finishing spot deprived Thompson is urging the Cy- Among the more heralded rookies similarly cited in NAIA Division Moraine of a team berth in the clones to work hard and play are Shepard graduates Christian II women’s hoops.

A total of 134 men and 244 national tournament. The narrow smart. He promotes good condi- Araiza and Matt Schmeski, Brothmiss is being used as motivation tioning and sound on-court strate- er Rice product Ryan Gyrion, Rob- women nationwide were chosen by returning all-region player Tim gies, with an emphasis on getting ert Neylon and Jason Hine. The as Daktronics Scholar-Athletes.

Stewart (Stagg), as well as fellow each player to identify strengths latter two, however, are currently In order to be nominated by an institution’s head coach or sports veterans Ryan Adamski, Christian and weaknesses, both in himself nursing injuries.

Lagunas and Brad Smith (Sand- and his opponents.

Third-year coach Cole Farmer information director, a studentburg). Expected to join them as Assuming Moraine athletes stay and assistant Bill Heaney an- athlete must maintain a minimum steady contributors in 2014 are injury-free, Thompson believes his ticipate success once everyone is 3.5 grade-point average on a 4.0 newcomers Kevin Karczynski, guys can accomplish big things. healthy and Moraine finally gets scale, have achieved junior academic status and have completed Mike Broderick, Bryan Jimenez “We’re taking it one match a few games played. at least one year at the nominat(Shepard) and Alec Mikes. at a time, [but] we’re excited to SOFTBALL “I’m very excited for the season avenge some regional disappointThe Cyclones opened their 2014 ing school.

Karp carries a 3.56 cumulative and happy with everyone on the ment from last year,” he said. season by sweeping a doubleheadteam,” Thompson said. “They put BASEBALL er from Joliet Junior College, 12-5 GPA while majoring in biology, Marren is at 3.65 while studyin more work than I asked and It’s a new season and a mostly and 9-2, last Saturday. ing history with an emphasis on secondary education, Broski and Johnson both sport perfect 4.0 GPAs while pursuing their respective degrees in biology and management/accounting, and Stuut has a 3.87 GPA as a nursing major. *** Stuut, who posted an NAIASt. Laurence is seeking a new passionate about the school. How- More NAYS tournaments headed best total of 25 scoring-reboundvarsity basketball coach after pre- ever, I felt that a change in leadto south suburbs ing double-doubles this past vious coach Mark Sevedge was ership in the basketball program Joliet, Romeoville and Homewood not retained. was necessary for the long-term will be the sites of three more Na- season, wasn’t overlooked as a basketball player, either.

Sevedge, who recently completed success of the program.” tional American Youth Sports basSXU’s top female performer his fifth season in charge of the St. Laurence will conduct a full ketball tournaments this spring. was selected as a first-team Vikings, posted a 31-106 record coaching search in the coming during his tenure. Prior to tak- week. Resumes will be accepted The events, which will feature member of the NAIA Division II ing over for Tom Pallerdy, Sevedge through the end of March and competition for both boys and women’s All-America first team spent six years in the program as interviews will begin in April. girls in six brackets apiece, will for the second straight year and an assistant. He also played for St. run as follows: April 25-27 at the also repeated as an NAIA Player Laurence in the 1990s.

Joliet Park District Multipurpose of the Year finalist, as chosen by “We worked hard and I’m dis- Four Evergreen Center; May 2-4 at Romeoville the Women’s Basketball Coaches appointed the kids weren’t able athletes feted High School; and May 23-25 at Association. Stuut averaged 20.6 to enjoy more success,” Sevedge Four Evergreen Park High the Homewood Park District. The points and 12.9 rebounds per consaid.

School student-athletes have been respective deadlines for entry are test and ranked among the top 15 nationally in seven different “I want to thank Coach Sevedge named as recipients of scholar- April 4, April 11 and May 2. for his 11 years of dedication to ships presented by the Mustang The cost for each tourney is statistical categories, which also the St. Laurence basketball pro- Athletic Boosters. $160, and every team is guaran- included total points (681), assists gram,” school athletic director Representing the Class of 2014 teed a minimum of three games. (145) and steals (83).

Stuut, one of just 10 first-teamTim Chandler said in a statement. were Sarah Klawitter, Jacquet Mc- For more information, call 1-866“A decision like this is never easy, Clendon, Zoe Monks and Frank 352-9215 or visit www.northamer- ers selected, also tied or established several Cougars marks durespecially with a coach who is so Meisl. icanyouthsports.org. ing the season, including ones for

most points in a game (40) and season, and most rebounds in a game (23) and season (427). She is a two-time Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference Player of the Year, won the conference Player of the Week award seven times during the 2013-14 season and was twice recognized as the NAIA National Player of the Week.

“With the season Morgan had, this award should come as no surprise,” SXU coach Bob Hallberg said. “She was our leader on the court and a large reason why we had such a successful season.

“Between this award and the fact that she is one of three finalists for the WBCA’s NAIA Player of the Year award, Morgan has definitely proven herself one of the best in the country for our level of play, and I could not be more happy for her.”

The NAIA Player of the Year award will be presented on Monday, April 7, at the Omni Nash(Submitted photo) Evergreen Park High School athletes (clockwise from upper left) Jacquet McClendon, Frank Meisl, ville Hotel’s Broadway Ballroom Zoe Monks and Sarah Klawitter were chosen to receive scholarships from the Mustang Athletic as part of the WBCA national convention. Finalists along with Boosters.

Stuut are seniors Nicole Ballestero

of Vanguard (Calif.) University and Deonica McCormick of the University of Mobile (Ala.).

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junior college and high school. *** Karp matched Stuut by earning NAIA Division II All-America first-team honors on the men’s side. He previously was a twotime member of the All-America second team and received honorable mention after his freshman season.

Designated as an honorable mention performer this year was senior guard Michael Simpson. He was one of 30 players to achieve that status nationwide.

Karp concluded his Cougars career as the program’s all-time scoring leader and its No. 2 rebounder, and he was sixth in NAIA scoring average (25.3 ppg.), eighth in steals per game (2.4) and 13th in field-goal percentage (59.6) this past season. Karp, a seven-time conference Player of the Week as a senior, paced the CCAC in scoring, was second in steals and third in rebounding per contest (8.2).

Simpson was 23rd nationally and third within the CCAC in assists per game (4.9). His 2.2 steals per game was also the third-best mark among conference players, while his 16.1 points per game put him eighth in CCAC scoring.

WOMEN’S GOLF Behind freshman Taylor Thompson’s sixth-place showing, the Cougars garnered that same position in the team standings at their spring opener in Arizona.

Thompson fired a two-day score of 157 (78-79) on SXU’s behalf at the Embry-Riddle Spring Invitational.

That effort was good enough to net Thompson the first CCAC Player of the Week designation of the season.

Freshman Katie Reno carded a 175 (89-86) at the Antelope Hills South Golf Course in Prescott and was the Cougars’ secondbest performer, while freshmen Courtney Dudgeon (182; 103-79) and Ashley Anderson (245; 130115) completed SXU’s scoring by finishing 27th and 34th, respectively, among individual golfers.

The Cougars’ team score of 759 was well off the pace set by triumphant California State University-San Marcos (619).

SXU is scheduled to take part in the University of St. Francis Invitational Friday and Saturday in Lockport. The event will be held at Prairie Bluff Golf Course. *** Hannah Cruz, a native of Orange County, Calif., will join the Cougars program in the fall after recently signing a national letter of intent with SXU. Cruz, who plans to pursue a degree in biology, was a standout golfer at Woodrow Wilson Classical High School in Long Beach.

She was a four-time all-conference player and led her squad to a league championship each season. Cruz registered first-place finishes in both the Golf Pride Girls Championship and Southern California PGA Junior Tour’s Buenaventura Spring Classic.

“I’m very excited to have Hannah join our women’s golf program,” Cougars coach Mike Mandakas said. “Hannah has had a very successful high school and junior golf career, and I expect that trend to continue into her college career.”

MEN’S GOLF Junior Kyle Bahnick’s rounds of 72 and 76 in the Cougars’ spring season-opener not only helped SXU finish third among five teams, but they enabled Bahnick to receive CCAC Player of the Week honors.

Bahnick’s two-day score placed him ninth overall in a field of 39 golfers. His round of 72 was the lowest shot by any SXU player in the Embry-Riddle Invitational, which was held in Prescott, Ariz.

The Cougars continue their spring season April 4 and 5 at the Ashford University Invitational, which will be played at the Blue Top Ridge Golf Course in Iowa.

FOOTBALL The Cougars fortified their secondary with two more recruits, one of which is a junior college transfer.

Doug Ruggles was a two-year starter at Saddleback Junior College in Mission Viejo, Calif. He paced the Gauchos in 2013 with 90 tackles, 6 1/2 of which resulted in lost yardage and tied him for the team lead in that category.

His 46 solo stops were only four shy of the school’s single-season standard.

In addition, Ruggles led Saddleback in pass breakups (eight) and was second in interceptions (five). For his junior college career, Ruggles — who was a unanimous selection to the All-Southern California Football Association National Division Southern Conference first team as a sophomore — recorded 146 stops, 13 1/2 tackles for loss, 14 pass breakups and six interceptions.

For good measure, he was also named to the 2013 SCFA AllScholar-Athlete team.

“Ruggles was a two-year starter and the best defensive player at one of the top junior college programs in California last year,” SXU coach Mike Feminis said.

“He’s a big-time player and will make an immediate impact for us in the secondary.

“An assist has to go out to [Richards athletic director and SXU alumnus] Ken Styler, who brought Doug to our attention. It turns out his niece is from Mother McAuley and friends with Doug at Saddleback, and she told him about SXU. It’s a crazy, but true story, and we are just happy to have him in the program.”

The Cougars’ other recruit is Christopher Thompson from V.O.I.S.E Academy in Chicago. A four-year starter in high school, Thompson was chosen as MVP among the defensive backs who took part in last summer’s FiveStar Central Showcase in Springfield, which was hosted by the National Underclassmen Combine.

“Chris is physically ready to play college football,” Feminis said. “He is extremely strong for his size and we feel he is athletic enough to play anywhere in the secondary, and possibly even our Sam linebacker position in nickel situations. To get a young man of his ability this late in the recruiting process is huge and, luckily for us, he wanted to stay close to home.”

MEN’S VOLLEYBALL Senior middle blocker J.T. O’Connell had a team-high six kills, but the Cougars were unable to parlay that performance into a victory last Thursday. Instead, host Cardinal Stritch University made off with a 25-14, 25-11, 2516 Great Lakes Division win in Milwaukee.

SXU (5-14, 5-5) posted a negative team attack percentage as it registered more hitting errors (24) than kills (22).

Also playing well individually in a losing cause were sophomore middle blocker Sam Kull (four kills), redshirt freshman outside hitter Matthew Mead (four kills, two service aces, three digs) and senior right-side hitter Jacob Siska (two kills, 13 assists).

The Cougars completed their regular schedule this past Wednesday at NCAA Division III Lakeland (Wis.) College. The match was a makeup of one originally slated for Feb. 4, but postponed by a snowstorm.

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Thursday, March 27, 2014 The Regional News - The Reporter

2014 Softball preview (Continued from page 1) RICHARDS 2013 Record: 20-10.

Head coach: Julie Folliard.

• Who’s gone: Breanna Kaminski, Stephanie Waller, Dana Cummings.

• Who’s back: Andrea Stengle, OF, Sr.; Kaitlyn Fetchko, INF, Jr.; Emily Wetzel, 3B/SS/C, Jr.; Sara Tobin, P/OF, Sr.; Jordan Battels, OF, Sr.; Samantha Waller, 1B/3B/OF, Jr.; Brittany Stengle, OF, Sr.; Molly Pohrebny, C/3B/OF, Sr.; Lauryn McManus, INF, So.; Abby Gentile, 2B/3B/ OF, Jr.; Victoria Nemec, P/1B, Sr. • Who’s new: Sara Kiziak, SS/1B, So. • Outlook: The Lady Bulldogs have a knack for winning, even when talented players graduate. Last season’s squad certainly followed that script as it captured a third straight South Suburban Conference Red title with a glossy 17-2 record. Veteran coach Julie Folliard welcomes back several pivotal figures from her last club, meaning Richards will continue to aim high, perhaps toward state-level status. Leading the way will be University of Illinois-Chicago recruit Emily Wetzel, who batted .375 with No. 5 7 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 24 25 27 28

Name Pos. Yr. Andrea Stengle OF

Sr. Kaitlyn Fetchko INF Jr. Savanah Julian OF/3B Jr. Sara Kiziak P/INF So. Hailey Czerwinski C/3B/OF So. Emily Wetzel INF/C Jr. Sara Tobin P/OF Sr. Jordan Battels OF

Sr. Samantha Waller INF/OF Jr. Brittany Stengle OF Sr. Molly Pohrebny C/3B/OF Sr. Lauryn McManus INF So. Abby Gentile INF/OF Jr. Victoria Nemec P/1B Sr.

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN 2013 Record: 19-9.

Head coach: Kevin Pittman.

• Who’s gone: Ashley Quinlan, Theresa Kraiss, Megan Glynn.

• Who’s back: Kaycee Pittman, INF/C, Sr.; Sam Kubik OF/C, Jr.; Davina Gutierrez, P, So.; Abbie Bulthuis, OF, Jr.; Trisha Belgrave, 2B, Sr. • Who’s new: Christa Janowiak, INF/OF, Fr.; Tori Skala, OF, Jr.; Stephanie Kuiper, INF/OF, Jr. • Outlook: Even though the graduates from last year’s team were named to the All-Suburban Christian Conference Blue squad, the Lady Knights should be able to deal effectively with those departures. Coach Kevin Pittman still has available to him several contributors to Chicago Christian’s 2013 success, which included an 11-4 ledger in league action. Three of the key figures are Pittman’s daughter, Kaycee, junior Abbie Bulthis and sophomore Davina No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 11 12 13 15 16 22 23

20 RBI, 11 doubles, five triples and a .668 slugging percentage in 2013. Sara Tobin (.416, 19 RBI) and Molly Pohrebny (.375, 20 RBI, 14 doubles) are other offensive stalwarts, while Victoria Nemec spearheads the pitching staff after going 9-2 with a 1.95 earned-run average over 79 innings as a junior.

The Lady Bulldogs’ schedule is packed with big games, including matchups against Mother McAuley, Marist, Lemont, Oak Forest, Shepard and Marengo.

• Coach’s comments: “We have a lot of seasoned veterans in our seniors and juniors.

They are unselfish players and learned what it takes to win ballgames, [and] they are motivated to be a top-notch team in 2014.

“This team is comprised of very athletic, versatile players; due to our athleticism, we’ll have different looks defensively while keeping our offensive lineup strong each game. The [Lady] Bulldogs work together, work hard and have fun. We’ll fight to be a top team in the SSC and playoffs again, which is a tall order with our talented conference and strong softball region.” — Folliard.

Name

Abbie Bulthuis

Trisha Belgrave

Davina Gutierrez Tori Skala

Emily Vilendrer

Bethany Romain Kelsie Cavanaugh Sam Kubik

Stephanie Kuiper Madison Riemersma Kaycee Pittman

Bre Vollan

Breanna Malak

Christa Janowiak Lauren Marchbanks

MOTHER MCAULEY 2013 Record: 18-6.

Head coach: Colleen Kilduff.

• Who’s gone: Megan Bush, Taylor Moore, Emily Marousek.

• Who’s back: Emily Rux, 3B/C, Jr.; Alex Brown, C, Sr.; Jessica Alberts, P, Sr. • Who’s new: Amy Balich, SS, So.; Holly Marousek, P, Fr. • Outlook: The Mighty Macs’ cornerstones in 2014 are the trio of Alex Brown, Jessica Alberts and Emily Rux. Brown, who has committed to the University of Dubuque, swung a potent bat last spring as she supplied Mother McAuley with a .415 average, .738 slugging percentage, five homers and 22 RBI. Rux was an able sidekick at the plate as her average also bettered the .400 mark by a few points. Alberts, who is considering either St. Mary’s College or Notre Dame as her academic destination in the fall, returns to anchor the Name Jessica Alberts Amy Balich Kara Bischoff Alex Brown Jennifer Crowley Morgan Fleming Brianna Gyrion Nicole Majewski Holly Marousek Elizabeth Nye Kelly O’Donnell Mady Rupert Emily Rux Dara Sanders Maryssa Vela

Gutierrez. The younger Pittman hit .341 with 18 RBI a year ago, while leadoff hitter Bulthuis batted .385 and stole 15-of-16 bases. As for Gutierrez, all she did as a varsity freshman was deliver a .398 average and 22 RBI on offense and also earn every one of the team’s pitching wins. Along with her 19-9 record, Gutierrez rang up 156 strikeouts while walking just 43 opposing batters and posted an earned-run average of 3.12.

• Coach’s comments: “We will have very good pitching, [but] we have to make up for our three, four and five hitters that graduated. I feel that we will once again be in the thick of the SCC Blue race and hope to continue our string of winning a regional, and [then going] beyond.

“I expect to see us really jell once the weather warms up and [be able to] hit the ball. We need to play solid defense, but we will compete day in and day out.”

— Coach Pittman.

Pos. P SS — C — — — — P — — — 3B/C — —

Pos. OF 2B P/SS OF OF/INF OF OF C/OF OF/1B OF INF P/INF OF 1B/OF OF

Yr. Jr. Sr. So. Jr. So. Sr. So. Jr. Jr. So. Sr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr.

pitching staff after going 13-1 with a 1.33 earned-run average as a junior. She augmented those stats with an eye-popping 5-to-1 strikeouts-to-walks ratio (11421). Macs coach Colleen Kilduff is confident that, just as happened in 2013, this year’s club can overcome some significant graduation-induced personnel losses and carve out its own winning identity.

• Coach’s comments: “The competition in the area is going to be tough this year, with lots of strong returning players as well as new young talent [populating team rosters]. The weather is definitely playing a factor [right now], even more so then last year. It will be interesting to see who is playing their best ball come May. “We are looking to make a much better run at the state title with a deeper pitching staff and strong offensive lineup.”

— Kilduff.

Yr. Sr. So. So. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Jr, Jr.

QUEEN OF PEACE Head coach: Erin Sullivan.

• Who’s gone: Casey Kodatt, Jazmin Ramirez, Natalie Doogan, Sam Linden, Kate Golen, Danielle Sanchez.

• Who’s back: Lindsay Cudecki, P, So.; Caitlin Fitzgerald, INF, So.; Kayla Rybolt, OF, So.; Erin Jones, 3B, Jr.; Emily Janozik, C., Jr. • Who’s new: Abby Bennett, OF, Jr.; Dani Jimenez, OF, Jr. • Outlook: New boss Erin Sullivan, who also serves as Queen of Peace’s athletic director, brings a successful softballcoaching resume with her to the Pride program as she spent eight years at St. Mary’s College. At Peace, Sullivan takes over a team that reached a regional final last season and returns some talent, but is also very young. The Pride’s most experienced performers are still underclassmen, but Sullivan believes her focus on fundamentals first will create an environment that Name

Pos. Jessica Banialis — Abbey Bennett

OF Magdaline Bennett — Lindsay Cudecki P Jasmine Escobedo — Emily Famera

— Caitlin Fitzgerald INF Ally Garr

— Genae Grabowski — Elizabeth Graczyk — Emily Janozik

C Daniella Jimenez OF Erin Jones

3B Margaret Keane — Kelly Meloy

— Isabelle Ogden

— Kayla Rybolt

OF Morgan Sanchez —

breeds success.

• Coach’s comments: “I think this team didn’t focus enough on the fundamentals in the past. You have talent and you go with what you have, but with this team, they have been just eating up the teachings of fundamentals — and that’s been awesome. They are excited and motivated to get better.

“I know they see where they started and where they’re at right now, and I really think they have a lot of confidence in themselves. We have five seniors, but none of them were playing on varsity last year. The sophomores and juniors have, yet they’ve been respectful of [the seniors].

“I feel really good about the number of seniors, juniors and sophomores that we have and how they’re not focusing on their year in school, but what they can bring to the team. Our goal is to win in the postseason” — Sullivan.

Yr. Jr. Jr.

Sr. So. Sr. So. So. Sr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. So. So.

So.

OAK LAWN 2013 Record: 10-15.

Head coach: Brian Frangella.

• Who’s gone: Rachel Burba.

• Who’s back: Reily McTeague, CF, Sr.; Morgan Jozsa, P/INF, Sr.; Elisabeth Childers, 1B, Sr.; Kaleigh Hayes, LF, Jr.; Jamie Alberts, OF/P, Sr. • Who’s new: Mia Loya P/IF, So.; Marisa Loya, P/INF, So.; Ashley Labuda, 3B, Jr.; Hayden Landingham, C, Jr. • Outlook: While four-year starting second baseman and team MVP Rachel Burba can never be replaced, Lady Spartans coach Brian Frangella is confident this year’s Oak Lawn team is trending upward. Elisabeth Childers compiled a .377 average a year ago, Reily McTeague batted .310 and drove in 21 runs, and Morgan Jozsa hit .276 with 17 RBI, so some important pieces are already in place.

The Loya twins, Mia and Marisa, are newcomers who’ll fortify the pitching corps and also provide versatility in the infield. Ashley

Labuda and Hayden Landingham were strong performers for the sophomore team last spring who’ll also bolster the Lady Spartans’ varsity ranks in 2014.

• Coach’s comments: “The dedication of the girls has really been good [and] we have really good team chemistry. The Loya twins can both hit, Labuda is very sound defensively and Landingham will do anything we ask her to do behind the plate.

“Between Shepard, Richards, Reavis and Evergreen Park, we’re hoping to have some great battles and get the upper hand this year. The program misses Rachel, but we’ve really come around and have a lot of depth, with two or three girls at each position. The girls are willing to fit in where they have to.

“Boy, does that really get me excited for the season because they’re really willing to do whatever it takes to win. And as coach, you can’t ask for more than that.” — Frangella.

No. 1 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 17 18 20 27

Name

Hannah Papaleo Kaleigh Hayes

Kayla Reichert

Elisabeth Childers Morgan Josza

Dana Greene

Shelby Trybula

Hayden Landingham Kacie Heeter

Jamie Alberts

Ashley Labuda

Marisa Loya

Reily McTeague

Mia Loya

MARIST 2013 Record: 27-10.

Head coach: Denise Fasano • Who’s gone: Katie Caulfield, Haley Richy, Kaitlin Kenny, Audra Hecker, Erica Nagel.

• Who’s back: Brooke Wyderski, SS, Sr.; Madison Naujokas, 2B, So.; Brooke Wilson, CF, Jr.; Julianne Trellicoso, LF, Sr.; Izabella Wilkinson, C, Sr. • Who’s new: Lizzie Annerino, P, So.; Zariya Gonzalez, P, Jr.; Alexis Rogers, 3B, Fr. • Outlook: Among the many talented Lady RedHawks back from last season’s squad that played for a sectional championship, the Loyola Universitybound Brooke Wyderski is definitely the ringleader. She batted an impressive .587 in 2013 and boasted a slugging percentage of 1.025 while racking up 71 hits in 121 at-bats over 36 games.

Other notable statistics included 12 homers, 64 RBI, 50 runs, 22 steals,11 doubles, three triples and just three strikeouts. As if that wasn’t enough, Wyderski recorded 75 putouts and 64 assists in the field. Also expected to be a difference-maker is sophomore Madison Naujokas, who batted .394 as a varsity freshman with 39 hits, 25 runs, 14 Name Lizzie Annerino Hayley Fletcher Hayley Franks Zariya Gonzalez Jillian Kenny Amanda McIlhany Madison Naujokas Alexis Rogers Julianne Trellicoso Vanessa Villasenor Izabella Wilkinson Brooke Wilson Brooke Wyderski

Pos. OF LF SS 1B INF/P OF 1B C INF OF/P 3B P/INF CF P/INF

Yr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Jr. So. Sr. So.

RBI, 11 steals in 12 attempts and a slugging percentage of .545. In the field, she handled her position at a .987 clip as she registered 76 putouts and 73 assists while committing only two errors. Coach Denise Fasano, who will be stepping down from her post at the conclusion of the 2014 campaign, also has a hardworking supporting cast at her disposal, meaning Marist should be equipped to handle almost anything that comes along.

• Coach’s comments: “I see a group of very talented girls who have a great drive in regard to competing on the field. It’s refreshing to see — this group of girls energizes me. I see a lot of potential in regard to our offense and defense, as well as our pitchers.

“All that is very reassuring because of the work that the girls put in during the offseason and the week-and-a-half that we had to prepare inside for outdoor games. It’s very exciting and I’m looking forward to the Illinois season getting underway soon.

I just hope that communication continues to be there over the next couple of months, and a belief and desire to be the best that they can be continues.”

— Fasano.

Pos. P — — P — — 2B 3B LF — C CF SS

Yr. So. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. So. Fr. Sr. So. Sr. Jr. Sr.

SHEPARD 2013 Record: 23-9.

Head coach: Kelsey Clifford.

• Who’s gone: Franchesca Graffeo, Grace Michalik, Dominique Tanchez, Sam Newhall.

• Who’s back: Melissa Kelly, P, Sr.; Stephanie Brand, P, Sr.; Skylor Hilger, OF/2B, So.; Bryanna Cross, C, Jr. • Who’s new: Heather O’Kelly, SS, So.; Jalyn Stepney, INF, So. • Outlook: With her team coming off a school-record 23win season, Lady Astros coach Kelsey Clifford expects Shepard to maintain the reputation it has created for itself over the last few years: that of a club not to be taken lightly by any foe. The Lady Astros lost some savvy veterans to graduation, but pitchers Stephanie Brand

and Melissa Kelly are definitely a couple of welcomed returnees. Sophomore Skylor Hilger, meanwhile, is coming off a statequalifying gymnastics season, so she’ll bring a winning spirit to the mix. Shepard was slated to open up against Lincoln-Way East, a game Clifford thought could be a tone setter for her girls as they prepare to face top competition throughout the regular season.

• Coach’s comments: “This season, we are expecting our girls to head out to the field headstrong and competitive. We bring experience to the mound with two starting senior pitchers. We plan on using the perfect mixture of veterans and rookies on the field — stay tuned for some new girls to be key components.”

— Clifford.

STAGG 2013 Record: 9-14.

Head coach: Missy Mason.

• Who’s gone: Joey Crockett, Lizzy Rapacz, Kelly Sistos, Emily Frain, Heather Blaha.

• Who’s back: Kyla Frain, SS/3B, Jr.; Meaghan Hynes, OF, Sr.; Stephanie Lorenz, P, Sr.; Briana Minet, 2B/SS, Sr.; Sam Owens, 1B/C, Jr.; Emily Abbene, OF, Sr.; Lexi Minet, OF/P, Jr.; Mia Moustakas, P/3B, So. • Who’s new: Abbey Regan, C, So.; Amanda Collins, 3B/OF/ C, Jr.; Brianna Serritella, INF, Fr.; Stacey Lorenz, OF, Fr.; Noor Elmosa, INF, So.; Anna LaFaire, UTL, Jr.; Chrissy Magnuson, OF, So. • Outlook: After a tough 2013 season, the Lady Chargers look forward to being much more competitive. Stagg’s roster is relatively young, but returning All-SouthWest Suburban Conference selection Bri-

ana Minet and fellow senior Stephanie Lorenz provide a couple of solid building blocks.

Coach Missy Mason also likes what sophomore catcher Abbey Regan will bring to the table this spring. Like other athletic programs at the school, the Lady Chargers make the move into the SWSC Blue, where the going promises to be tougher on a day-in, dayout basis. However, that doesn’t dampen Mason’s enthusiasm or lower her expectations.

• Coach’s comments: “Look for the [Lady] Chargers to be much more competitive in 2014.

With Lorenz back in the circle and Regan calling the game, we are excited to start playing.

“This weather may be a downer to many, but we hope taking the time now with our young team to work on the fundamentals will pay off in the long run.

It’s a great time to be a [Lady] Charger.” — Mason.

Name

Emil Abbene

Amanda Collins

Noor Elmosa

Kyla Frain SS/3B Meaghan Hynes Anna LaFaire

Stacey Lorenz

Stephanie Lorenz Christina Magnuson Briana Minet

Mia Moustakas

Samantha Owens Abigail Regan

Brianna Serritella

Pos. OF 3B/OF/C INF OF UTL OF P OF/P 2B/SS P/3B 1B/C C INF

Late arrival

Yr. Sr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr. Jr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Sr. So. Jr. So. Fr.

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Brother Rice’s Luke Healy stretches out, but arrives too late to prevent a Fenwick player from getting off a pass during this past Monday’s water polo match in Chicago.

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Taking aim Brother Rice’s Kevin Mulcrone sets up to fire a pass to an open teammate this past Monday in a match versus Fenwick.

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Thursday, March 27, 2014

2014 Baseball Preview (Continued from page 1) STAGG 2013 Record: 18-20.

Head coach: Matt O’Neill.

Assistant coaches: Mike Darrah, Tom Syska, Brendan Loughrey.

• Who’s gone: Mike Farnan, OF; Mike Rankin, INF; Sean Dwyer, INF/P; Steve Kubiak, INF/P; Ricky Rogers, P; Brandon Campbell, OF; Jeff Goral, P/INF. • Who’s back: Peter Angelos, INF, Sr.; Max Strus, INF/OF/P; Brett Stratinsky, INF/P, Jr.; Nick Nowak, C, Sr.; Drew Bolero, INF, Sr.; Jack Duffner, OF, Sr. • Who’s new: Nick Gerzon, INF, Jr.; Max Downs, OF, So.; Mike Bibbiano, INF, Jr.; Ethan Glaza, INF, Jr.; Austin Greer, INF/P, Jr.; Mitchell Spencer, OF/C, Jr.; Joe Zaremba, INF, Jr.; Calogelo Martinez, OF, Jr.; Gus Martinez, INF, Jr. • Outlook: During their baseball-playing history, the Chargers have periodically trotted out some individual jewels -- pitcher T.J. McFarland and first baseman Justin Ringo are a couple of more recent vintage -- and also enjoyed the occasional breakthrough season as a team.

But seeing everything fall neatly into place only once in a while can obviously become maddening, particularly since District 230 sister schools Sandburg and Andrew have garnered far more notoriety in the sport over the same time span.

That being said, Stagg generally fields a competitive team, one populated by blue-collar types who don’t back down from a challenge, regardless of how daunting it may appear. That tenacity has been a Chargers hallmark, and it’ll be an important ingredient in 2014 as Stagg moves into the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue. While the SWSC Red has its stalwarts — Lincoln-Way North was one of Chicagoland’s top clubs last spring -- it also houses a few softer touches. None of that exists in the Blue Division, where even the bottom-feeders tend to be above average in a skills sense.

Where do the Chargers fall on that scale? Well, if Max Strus puts together a baseball season at all similar to the one he just completed in basketball, Stagg can boast of having a huge asset in its midst. The area Player of the Year on the court, Strus is the Chargers’ anchor on the mound, and veteran coach Matt No. 1 3 5 7 9 12 13 14 15 16 17 20 21 22 23 24 25 27 29 30 32 45

O’Neill thinks his senior hurler can be a genuine staff ace.

Juniors Brett Stratinsky and Austin Greer are two others who should log significant innings on the hill, but a couple of holes need to be filled in around them.

Stagg will also miss all-area performer Mike Farnan from its everyday lineup. Farnan undeniably swung the Chargers’ biggest stick in 2013, and without him in the order, Stagg will likely have to become adept at manufacturing runs. Luckily for the Chargers, fewer questions seem to exist in the field, where O’Neill considers an experienced infield featuring Strus, Stratinsky, Peter Angelos and Drew Bolero as key members a defensive strength.

The outfield regulars, on the other hand, probably weren’t going to be settled on until preseason practices had pretty much run their course.

What may very well make or break Stagg’s 2014 campaign are its younger players. When asked about newcomers, O’Neill listed eight others in addition to the aforementioned Greer, meaning he expects at least a few of those to evolve into steady contributors. If that indeed happens, the Chargers will operate from a greater position of strength.

Another plus is perhaps a bit less obvious — some of O’Neill’s athletes have already gone through the Red-to-Blue divisional adjustment in other sports, and with acceptable results. The hoops team, for example went 9-5 in the SWSC Blue and finished third, while the football squad came within one win of qualifying for the state playoffs, so there is legitimate reason for some spring optimism as well.

• Coach’s comments: “As has been the case for the past couple of years, we truly will have to win games with pitching and defense. I believe that our returners on the infield provide us with a solid defensive base.

The competition for jobs in the outfield -- there is a group of seniors, juniors and sophomores that will look to compete -- will be fun to watch.

“We lost most of our run production to graduation, but [we] have a solid group of athletes this year. Our emphasis will be finding ways to win close ballgames.” — O’Neill.

Name Jacob Wimmer Jimmy Farnan Nick Nowak Peter Angelos Joe Zaremba Mitchell Spencer Max Downs Austin Greer CJ Casey Drew Bolero Michael Bibbiano Nick Gerzon Gus Martinez Calogelo Martinez Max Strus Jack Duffner Ethan Glaza Brett Stratinsky Tim Gambill Brendan Kivlehan Chris Yaros Anthony Politano

Baseball roundup

Pos. INF/OF OF C/INF INF/C/P INF OF/C OF INF/P OF/P INF INF INF/C/P INF OF P/INF/OF OF INF/P P/INF OF/P P INF/P P

Yr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Jr.

McCarthy doubted all of them would get played.

MARIST Seven games spread out over five days kept the RedHawks busy in Arizona, and they prospered more (Continued from page 2) often than not. Four victories were gle) and Biondic (fielder’s choice) collected during the week and two each drove in a run as well. of the defeats were administered That was more than enough by only a single run. support for pitcher Brian Mus“It was a very successful 4ielak, who handcuffed the Red- 3 trip, in my opinion,” Marist skins throughout the game. Mus- coach Tom Fabrizio said. “The ielak, who won seven games a year temperature was in the low 80s ago, whiffed six, walked no one every single day, not a drop of and yielded just two hits. rain, and those were awesome “He changes speeds really well facilities.” and keeps people off-balance, and he Seeing as how, like everyone really battled,” McCarthy said of his else in the Chicagoland area, the hurler. “He attacks hitters. He was RedHawks had spent almost no very sharp and very efficient. time outdoors prior to their open“I was very, very pleased with er, Fabrizio’s goals were rather the [overall] efficiency we were modest at the outset. showing. The [weather] conditions “We’re kind of a scrappy group, made it tough to pick up the base- not super loaded with talent, so ball, so I was very proud of their we wanted just to compete and effort and their attitudes. It was not back down from anybody,” really, really good to see.” he said.

McCarthy’s opinion didn’t It was mission accomplished, change in the aftermath of Game save for the opening contest with 2, even though Carmel prevented Deer Creek (Okla.) High School the Crusaders from starting 3-0 on the same day Marist arrived by handing out a 4-3 defeat on in town after a long journey. The Saturday. Two of Rice’s runs came RedHawks were blanked 12-0, without a hit, as it scored once did not get a hit and committed on a double-play grounder and five errors on defense. Highlights another time on a balk. were limited to Blake Bieniek and “Carmel Catholic’s one of the Tommy Finwall both drawing a best teams in the Chicago area,” pair of walks.

McCarthy said. “Leaving the week “It was as bad as an opening 2-1, we feel pretty good.” game could be,” Fabrizio said.

The Crusaders were slated for “The energy level was not where four games this week, although it needed to be. We told our guys,

RICHARDS 2013 Record: 18-19.

Head coach: Brian Wujcik.

Assistant coaches: Jeff Kortz, Kevin Quinn.

• Who’s gone: Jim Wujcik, SS; Eric Hall, OF; Harley Miller, P; Justin Naval, P; Tyler Fortier, P; Jake Kendryna, P; Anthony Smith, 1B. • Who’s back: Charlie Zeschke, C, Sr. (.424); Shawn Chiaramonte, 3B/C, Sr. (.435 in summer); A.J. Sanchez, SS/P, Sr. (.386 in summer); Shane Mills, INF/P, Sr. (.295); Ryan Thompson, P, Sr. (4-3, 2.90 ERA); Alex Villafuerte, P, Sr.; Eric Mallo, OF/P, Sr. (.413 in summer); Nate Natividad, INF, Sr.; Danny Estrella, OF, Sr. (.391); Eric Ruge, P, Sr.; Andrew Schramm, P, Sr.; Kyle Garrett, OF, Sr.; Mike Marchione, OF, Sr. • Who’s new: Noel Castro, 1B/C/P, Jr. (.345 in summer); Brett Thomas, P/OF, Jr. (3-0, 0.48 ERA in summer); Nick Mejia, INF/P, So. (.294 in summer); Angelo Smith, OF/P, Fr. • Outlook: Despite ending with a record slightly under .500, the Bulldogs played for a regional championship last spring and contended for the South Suburban Conference Red crown the entire regular season before falling one game short of cross-town neighbor Oak Lawn in the final week.

And while the 2014 roster isn’t teeming with superstars, it does contain a group of seniors who not only performed well for stretches of last year, but won 30 games at the sophomore level in 2012. Thus, Richards’ leaders know what is required to create success.

The Bulldogs will miss the long-ball capabilities of the departed Eric Hall (University of Dubuque) and steadiness of Jim Wujcik (University of Indianapolis), but easing some of that pain is the return of all-area catcher Charlie Zeschke, who batted a team-best .424 as a junior. While none of Richards’ other current players could match Zeschke’s exploits in the spring, several of them flowered during the summer season -- a total of seven Bulldogs carried averages above .400, so getting men on base and scoring runs shouldn’t be a problem in 2014.

Besides Zeschke, coach Brian Wujcik is figuring on guys like Shawn Chiaramonte, Shane Mills, Eric Mallo, Danny Estrella, Nate Natividad, Mike Marchione and AJ Sanchez to be persons of influence at the plate.

Estrella amassed a .391 average in the spring, but is coming off an ACL tear suffered near the end of the summer schedule.

Natividad, meanwhile, adds to his importance with versatility No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 21 23 24 25 26 29 31 35 37 42

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TJ Spyrnal

Kyle Garrett

Alex Villafuerte

Chris Zeschke

Ryan Thompson Eric Mallo

AJ Sanchez

Andrew Schramm Eric Ruge

Danny Estrella

Charlie Zeschke Andrew Zemke

Noel Castro

Shane Mills

Shawn Chiaramonte Brett Thomas

Jason Avery

Tim Gladney

Angelo Smith

Nick Mejia

Mike Marchione Nate Natividad

‘That Game 1 was your mulligan — now, I expect you to play well the rest of the way.’ And we pretty much did, which was good to see.”

Marist’s revival began on Tuesday, when it upended Bixby (Okla.) High School 9-5 behind the batting of Pat Meehan (two hits, one RBI), Eric Hanson (two hits) and Kyle Barrett (one hit, two RBI). A four-run second inning keyed the RedHawks’ attack.

Robert Hovey pitched the first three stanzas to earn the triumph.

Bixby notched just one earned run off the senior.

Marist may have actually played even better on Wednesday, although there was little to show for the effort as eventual tourney champion Liberty (Ariz.)

High School squeezed out a 4-3 win. Liberty tallied the tying and deciding runs in its half of the sixth on a RedHawks error and pop foul.

Ryan Kairis threw well for Marist in a losing cause as he went the distance and allowed just five hits. Only two of Liberty’s runs off him were earned.

“It was a tough way to lose, [but] anytime we have him on the mound, we have a chance to win,” Fabrizio said of Kairis. “He’s a real crafty lefty and teams don’t hit him [much]. Their coach told me, ‘Your guy had us baffled.’

“He throws three pitches for strikes and, all around, he’s one of our top players.”

Meehan had two hits and two

-- Wujcik stated that he can play his utility man in any of five positions without worry.

Besides his stick work, which resulted in a .386 average last summer, Sanchez is also pegged as the staff ace. Further pitching help should come from veterans Alex Villafuerte and Ryan Thompson. Villafuerte, who throws a knuckleball, shut out Andrew in a regional-semifinal matchup and may give opposing batters fits, while southpaw Thompson put on 15 pounds and should be a durable hurler.

He split time between the varsity and JV squads as a junior and registered a 4-3 ledger and 2.90 ERA overall. Eric Ruge and Andrew Schramm are other pitchers who could turn into dependable contributors.

With a seasoned core around which to build his latest club, Wujcik isn’t anticipating wholesale breakthroughs by younger athletes. However, a few individuals to watch are juniors Noel Castro and Brett Thomas, sophomore Nick Mejia and Angelo Smith, only the second freshman to start the season with the varsity in Wujcik’s 22 years as head coach. Castro, the leading hitter on last year’s sophomore team, batted .345 in the summer and Thomas went 3-0 on the mound with a minuscule 0.48 ERA. Now the dean of area baseball bosses, Wujcik should surpass the 440 plateau in career victories this spring and perhaps get close to No. 450.

• Coach’s comments: “The biggest key of our season rests with our pitching staff. We do not have an ace; however, we have a group of pitchers who are capable of moving the ball around the strike zone and changing speeds enough to keep hitters off-balance. This will put pressure on our defense to play well because we probably won’t have any pitchers leading the area in strikeouts, but [our athletes] have the confidence and chemistry to overcome any physical shortcomings the team may have.

“We’ll hit with any team in the area and I think our defense will be solid enough to turn opponents’ ground balls into outs. Our biggest opponent this year may be the weather -- I’ve been around long enough to know that things can change rather quickly in the spring, but the prospects of playing [many] games in March don’t look very good right now. Once we get on a field, we have a solid mix of pitching, hitting and defense that should give us an opportunity to win every ballgame we play, which should make for a fun season.” — Wujcik.

Pos. P OF/P P/OF OF P SS/2B/P P OF/P P/INF P/1B P OF/P C P/3B 1B/P/C INF/P C/INF P/OF 2B OF P/OF 1B/3B/P OF P/OF

Yr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. So. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Fr. So. Sr. Sr.

RBI to lead the RedHawks’ offense. Bieniek chipped in a hit, walk and two runs. *** In the first of two Thursday encounters, Marist knocked off Deer Valley (Ariz.) 11-8, thanks largely to a five-run explosion in the third inning and another three-run rally in the fifth. Interestingly, the RedHawks prospered despite smacking a mere four hits.

“It was kind of a weird game,” said Fabrizio, whose squad benefited from eight Deer Valley errors. “We had a lot of kids playing and we were kind of playing it as a JV game.”

Brett Callaghan and Tyler Haizel both had one hit and two RBI on Marist’s behalf. Sophomore John Carmody pocketed the pitching victory, while Meehan notched a save by throwing the final 2 1/3 innings.

Game 2 was another heartbreaker, as the RedHawks fell 2-1 to Broken Arrow (Okla.), which snapped a 1-all tie with a run in the sixth. Marist outhit Broken Arrow 5-4 as Barrett was masterful on the mound.

“Even we weren’t thinking that,” Fabrizio said, referring to Barrett’s impressive performance.

“We didn’t know what he would do.

“This was a very good team, but he really handled them. He was throwing the breaking ball for strikes, and that was the biggest reason we stayed in it.”

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seven games as a pitcher last BROTHER RICE spring, and sophomore Andrew 2013 Record: 21-15.

Dyke, who was elevated to the Head coach: John McCarthy. varsity midway through his Assistant coaches: Kevin Sefcik, freshman year. A full season of Sean McBride, Dan Hennigan, varsity football has no doubt Dusty Bensko.

• Who’s gone: Wendall Fer- toughened Dyke and perhaps guson, OF/P; Luke Leibforth, prepared him for a significant INF/P; Redic Richardson, OF; baseball breakthrough. UnderPatrick Kirwan, 1B/P; Mike rated shortstop Kevin Sullivan, who has committed to Middle Gianakos, P/OF. • Who’s back: Kevin Bion- Tennessee University, will prodic, 3B/P, Sr. (.413, 59 hits, 36 vide Rice with solid defense, a RBI, 22 runs, 14 doubles; 2.20 sharp batting eye and speed on ERA); Brian Musielak, OF/P, Sr. the bases — in 2013, he drew 30 (.376, 36 hits, 18 RBI; 7-2, 3.29 walks and stole 14 bags, which ERA); Andrew Dyke, OF/C, So. led to him scoring 35 runs. A (.313, 25 hits, 17 RBI, 15 runs); youngster to keep an eye on Kevin Sullivan, SS, Sr. (.268, 35 is sophomore second baseman runs, 30 walks, 14 steals, .462 Michael Massey.

Ian McGinnis’ pitching ledOBP); Ian McGinnis, P, Sr. (2.71 ERA, 6 complete games); Mi- ger wasn’t anything special, but chael Enriquez, P, Sr. (3-2, 2.54 his sub-3.00 earned-run average gave a pretty good indication of ERA, 30 Ks in 30 1/3 IP).

• Who’s new: Alex Alarcon, P, his abilities. The durable southpaw, who tossed a half-dozen Jr.; Michael Massey, 2B, So. • Outlook: While the Crusad- complete games, will join Musers weren’t quite at the same ielak in supplying the Crusaders level as the Chicago Catholic with a pair of reliable starting League Blue’s powerhouses last arms. Also in the picture will spring, they definitely narrowed be senior Michael Enriquez and the gap between them. And if junior Alex Alarcon, the football the progress continues as John team quarterback who had a few McCarthy hopes, Rice should shining moments as a hurler soon regain its position among last summer.

McCarthy has great faith in the elite.

Mind you, the Crusaders have his guys and what they bring to never fallen off the baseball map the table, but that doesn’t stop or become an afterthought — a him from continually preaching win over Rice still ranks as a about the “Brother Rice way” of notable achievement for most doing things. In short, that reopponents. But when McCarthy fers to leaving nothing to chance arrived on the scene before the in a preparation sense and be2012 campaign, he became the ing sticklers for details. If the Crusaders’ third head coach in Crusaders are able to maintain a as many seasons — and fourth fundamental soundness to their during that span if summer everyday routine, they could eassquads are included -- so there ily find themselves in the thick was obviously a need to restore of the CCL Blue race.

• Coach’s comments: “Gosome stability to the traditionladen program. McCarthy, a St. ing into this season, there is a Rita grad who understands what lot of optimism based on the is required to prosper within the amount of returners, along Catholic League, seemingly has with the talent level of the club. Our [players] need to acre-established that.

So now it’s time to take an- cept their roles for the greater other forward step, and Rice has good of the team and contribsome pieces in place that should ute where possible, and commit not only make that possible, but to the Brother Rice standard, probable. Start with two-time All- which is a result of teamwork Catholic League infielder Kevin and commitment.

“The key to our success will Biondic, who conjures up images of Crusaders playmakers of the be throwing strikes and picking recent past such as Mike McQuil- up the baseball. My goals are lan and Kevin Koziol. A hockey for this team to play hard every goaltender for Rice during the single day and reach [its] full powinter months, Biondic returns tential, which will be the direct to the diamond after being the result of knowing the effort that Crusaders’ leading hitter and it takes to become the best of which our team is capable. Our closer on the hill as a junior.

Complementing Biondic on senior class is weathered and offense will be the tandem of know what it takes to succeed, Brian Musielak, a Concordia and [they want to] continue the (Ill.) University recruit who great legacy of Brother Rice batted over .370 and also won baseball.” — McCarthy.

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Pos. Yr. 0

Jacob Petraitis

C Jr. 2

Danny Paluch

OF/2B Jr. 3

Jeff Raske

OF Sr. 4

Alex Alarcon

P Jr. 5

Adrian Gonzalez 3B Jr. 6

Ryan Kutt

P/INF Fr. 7

Mike Massey

2B So. 8

Jimmy Ariel

C Sr. 10

Kevin Sullivan

SS Sr. 11

Danny Beese

OF Sr. 12

Max Hughes

3B Jr. 13

Andrew Dyke

OF/C So. 14

Michael Schalasky 1B/C/P Jr. 15

Colin Shea

2B Jr. 21

Mike Enriquez

P Sr. 22

Kyle Hilliard

C Sr. 24

Brian Musielak

OF/P Sr. 25

Erich Lieser

C/OF/P Sr. 26

Luke O’Sullivan

P Sr. 27

Joe Crowley

1B/OF Sr. 28

Bill Sullivan

P Jr. 32

Jake Barry

1B/P Sr. 38

Jordan Taylor

OF/P Sr. 40

Kevin Biondic

3B/P Sr. 45

Barry Biondic

P Jr. 46

Pat Smith

P Jr. 51

Ian McGinnis

P Sr. 56

Tom Przekwas

P Jr. 96

Brian O’Connell

P Jr. (Continued on page 6) Kairis and Bieniek evenly split four of the RedHawks’ five hits between them. Kairis knocked in Bieniek with Marist’s lone marker in the third frame. *** The RedHawks scored in four of the first six innings and used that noisemaking as the foundation for a 7-6 triumph over Boulder Creek (Ariz.) on Friday.

Kairis (two hits), Mike Trbovic (RBI double) and Finwall (one hit, one RBI) were the offensive leaders for Marist, while Bieniek and Meehan shared the mound chores. The latter was credited with the victory after tossing the final four stanzas and not giving up an earned run.

Playing for the sixth time in four days, the RedHawks may have surprised some people by not exhibiting any signs of fatigue.

Fabrizio, however, didn’t include himself in that group.

“Our guys are in pretty good condition, so I wasn’t sensing anything like that,” he said. “The pace, to me, was normal. If anything, we were still getting our feet wet.”

Marist concluded its trip later on Friday with an 8-6 conquest of Sierra Linda (Ariz.), which had already played about two-dozen games this season. The RedHawks scored six times between the third and fourth innings, with input from Dylan Woodworth (two hits, one run), Callaghan (one hit, two RBI) and Haizel (one hit, one RBI, one run) laying the

groundwork.

Matt McKenzie, who took the loss against Deer Creek on Monday, squared his ledger at 1-1. He was the last of four pitchers used

by Fabrizio in Friday’s second contest.

One notable achievement for Marist was its ongoing ability to be successful on the bags. The RedHawks stole 15 bases in Arizona while getting caught just once, which Fabrizio views as a big plus for his club.

“I don’t think we’ll ever be a team getting double-digit hits in a game, so there’s not a lot of room for error,” he said. “This is the first time we’ve ever been like that on the bases because we have kids who can do it now.”

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SANDBURG 2013 Record: 23-10.

Head coach: Jim Morsovillo.

Assistant coaches: George Fear, Chuck Peters.

• Who’s gone: Austin Cangelosi, INF; David Cronin, INF; Alec Nelson, INF/P; Matt Shimonis, C/OF. • Who’s back: Bryan Pall, P, Sr. (5-2, 58 Ks, 1.40 ERA); Sean Leland, P, Sr. (5-0, 41 Ks, 1.60 ERA); Matthias Dietz, P, Sr. (27 Ks, 3.30 ERA); Dan Santiago, OF, Sr. (.306, 20 RBI, 20 runs, 15 steals, 5 doubles); Alex Martinez, INF/P, Jr. (.300, 21 runs, 20 RBI, 6 steals); Julian Gutierrez, OF, Sr.; Chris Stearns, OF, Sr.; Ben Gresla, P, Sr. • Who’s new: Jim Roche, INF, Jr.; Jim Landgraf, OF, Jr.; Peter Paxinos, INF, Jr.; Ben Kociper, INF, Jr. • Outlook: As hard as it may be to believe, the Eagles have practically flown under the radar the past two seasons. Such a thing seems almost impossible to fathom when talking about a team that played over .700 ball during that span, but the lack of notoriety attached to the feat offers strong evidence as to how lofty Sandburg’s reputation is on the diamond and the sometimes-unfair demands placed on the Eagles each year by those outside the program.

The only thing missing from their recent body of work is a string of postseason successes, which is undoubtedly a large factor in them getting overlooked.

However, that shouldn’t negate the work Jim Morsovillo and his staff have done since they came aboard. Even in a highly competitive SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue, Sandburg has held its own, and Morsovillo has also continued the tradition of predecessor Doug Sutor by taking on all comers during the nonconference portion of the schedule — thus, netting 23 wins in both 2012 and 2013 is rather impressive.

The loss of two NCAA Division I recruits, Austin Cangelosi (Indiana University) and David Cronin (University of IllinoisChicago), will be felt this spring, but the talent pipeline continues

to flow pretty smoothly into Orland Park. And, just like in the old days, pitching appears to the Eagles’ biggest area of strength.

Bryan Pall, on the varsity roster since his sophomore year, and football quarterback Sean Leland went a combined 10-2 a season ago and each sported an earned-run average well under 2.00. Both are capable of ringing up plenty of strikeouts, too.

Their return alone would be enough to please Morsovillo, but the staff goes deeper. Senior Matthias Dietz should be ready to assume a heftier role after coming out of the bullpen and making spot starts in 2013, and Ben Gresla and Jeremy Kueltzo are other veteran hurlers. Add in junior Alec Martinez, Sandburg’s point guard in basketball, and the Eagles boast a mound corps few clubs should be able to rival.

Martinez will also be counted on as a hitter, as will outfielder Dan Santiago, the projected catalyst at the top of the batting order. Solid summer sessions prepared senior outfielders Julian Gutierrez and Chris Stearns to become more pivotal figures this time around, and Morsovillo anticipates some good things from youngsters such as Jim Roche, Jim Landgraf, Peter Paxinos and Ben Kociper as well.

Will all of that be enough to get the Eagles rolling late in the year and enable them to carry momentum into the playoffs? That remains to be seen, of course, but discounting Sandburg as a likely contender for conference and some sort of postseason honors is a move made at one’s own risk.

• Coach’s comments: “With the pitching staff we have — Pall and Leland are Division I pitchers, and Dietz, Gresla and Kueltzo are very competitive as well — we should have the opportunity to compete late into ballgames. Making the routine play and competing at the plate will be the key [to victory].

“We feel we will have a very competitive season through our conference schedule, in the hopes of making a significant run in the playoffs.” — Morsovillo.

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN 2013 Record: 30-7.

Head coach: Eric Brauer.

Assistant coaches: Alex Bolyanatz, Colin Reynolds, Jack Bobillo.

• Who’s gone: Corey Bulthuis, P; Brodie Meyer, INF; Dylan Marinec, INF; Ryan Bielecki, INF. • Who’s back: Sean O’Meara, CF, Sr. (.388, 54 runs, 45 hits); Josh Novak, P, Sr. (8-2, 0.88 ERA); Christian Bolhuis, P, Jr. (10-3, 2.30 ERA, 70 Ks in 61 IP); Max Kerfin, C, Sr. (.274, 11 doubles); Jack De Vries, 1B, Jr. (.264); Mike Santarelli, 2B, Sr. • Who’s new: Ron Clark, OF, Jr.; Trevor Wolterink, P, So.; Jim Vos, P, Jr.; Dan Vos, P, Fr.; Zach Frieling, SS, Fr.; Patrick McCarthy, UTL, Jr. • Outlook: The Knights’ typically small rosters haven’t prevented them from doing big things during Eric Brauer’s five years as coach. Prior to his arrival in Palos Heights, Chicago Christian had posted only four 20-win seasons in the baseball program’s history; that number now stands at nine, as Brauer’s first five clubs averaged 23 victories per campaign. Included among that collection is the record-tying 30 amassed last spring, when the Knights bagged just their second conference championship in the past 40 years. For good measure, they’ve also won four regional titles since 2009.

As it embarks on its final season in the soon-to-be-disbanded Suburban Christian Conference, Chicago Christian has its sights set on more notable accomplishments. While replacements must be found for four athletes who are playing college ball this spring, don’t think for a moment the Knights will be operating from a shorthanded position. When counted among the returnees are two pitchers who combined to log 18 wins in 2013, the 2014 roster is far from barren.

Josh Novak likely exceeded all expectations a year ago when he went 8-2 with a sparkling 0.88 earned-run average over 56 innings, and he could be even better as a senior. Brauer praised his mound ace for the offseason work he put in, which resulted in, among other things,

a weight loss that should further enhance Novak’s endurance. Junior Christian Bolhuis, who has already triumphed 15 times on the varsity level and is on a pace to become Chicago Christian’s career leader in victories before he graduates, is once again Novak’s sidekick on the hill.

With pitching not a worry, attention turns to offense and defense, neither of which should be a problem area, either. Spearheading the former is center fielder Sean O’Meara, who paced the Knights with 45 hits, scored 54 runs and boasted a batting average that fell just 12 points shy of .400. Catcher Max Kerfin, first baseman Jack De Vries and second baseman Mike Santarelli should provide O’Meara with plenty of support in the order, and all four guys are also reliable glove men.

To create depth, Christian must rely on at least a few newcomers to make an impact. A couple of freshmen and sophomore Trevor Wolterink are part of the mix, although Wolterink isn’t a novice to varsity sports, thanks to his contributions on the basketball team’s behalf this winter.

Pitcher Jim Vos, outfielder Ron Clark and utility man Patrick McCarthy are juniors who could become influential figures.

A nine-day trip to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., will highlight the 2014 schedule, and Brauer is excited about the journey for more than baseball-related reasons. In addition to playing “some great competition down there,” Knights players will perform community-service projects and visit college campuses while away from home, and Brauer believes that the “team bonding on those [kind of] trips is always fun.”

• Coach’s comments: “We are optimistic about the season.

The key will be hitting depth and left-side-of-the-infield play.

“I think we again stack up well in our conference — we should be competitive for a conference championship. We have competed well in our five years in the Suburban Christian Conference and hope to finish the last year of the conference on a high note.” — Brauer.

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ST. LAURENCE 2013 Record: 27-10.

Head coach: Pete Lotus.

Assistant coaches: Adam Lotus, Matt McHugh.

• Who’s gone: Zach Lewis, P; Kyle Estand, P/INF; Ryan Rybakowski, OF. • Who’s back: Mike Kornacker, P/INF, Sr. (7-1, 0.97 ERA, 51Ks in 50 IP; .420, 37 RBI, 5 HRs, 18 steals); Brad Wood, P/INF, Sr. (7-1, 1.77 ERA, 51 Ks in 47 IP; .355, 28 RBI, 21 steals); T.J. Marik, C, Sr. (.307, 30 RBI, 2 HRs); Roger Wilson, P/1B, Sr. (.297, 22 RBI); Mike Miller, OF, Sr. (.327, 31 RBI); Nate Tholl, INF, Sr. (.307, 23 RBI, 18 steals); Alex Hitney, P, Sr. (.302, 2 saves); Rob Gutierrez, P/OF, Sr. (.259, 3-2, 2.79 ERA); Kevin White, OF/C, Sr. (.318, 20 runs, 17 RBI, 15 steals).

• Who’s new: Frank Greco, P/INF, Jr.; Anthony Chimera, P/OF, Jr.; John Riordan, P/INF, Jr.; Sean Burnette, P/OF, Jr. • Outlook: It’s correct to say the Vikings had an average season in 2013 —of course, their version of “average” these days differs greatly from that of most other high school baseball programs within the state of Illinois. During Pete Lotus’ eight-year coaching tenure, St. Laurence has averaged 27 victories per campaign, a number it reached again last spring and one that was juxtaposed against a mere 10 losses.

Not all that long ago, the Vikings were simply battling to be top dog in the Chicago Catholic League White while longing for the occasional upset of the more powerful Blue Division squads.

Now, it’s practically a given that St. Laurence will not only seriously challenge for Catholic Blue supremacy, but often own it, as was the case in 2013. Clearly, the Vikings operate under a far different — and more demanding — set of criteria on the diamond than the majority of their foes.

One thing missing from the resume thus far is a state championship, but again it won’t be unreasonable for Lotus and his athletes to be thinking in such lofty terms. St. Laurence welcomes back perhaps the strongest 1-2 punch found on any Chicagoland-area mound staff, and that duo are just part of a decent-sized group of NCAA Division I recruits on the roster.

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prepare for his final prep season on the diamond, and the Purdue University-bound hurler should be even better than before — no small feat, mind you, for a guy who won all but one of his eight decisions on the hill, averaged a strikeout per inning and needed to put his earned-run average under a microscope in order to see it.

Kornacker by himself would make the Vikings’ pitching corps formidable, but also back for one more go-around is Northern Illinois University-bound senior Brad Wood, who matched his heralded teammate’s win-loss record, also averaged a strikeout per inning and kept his ERA well below 2.0. The two all-staters are quite proficient with the stick as well, as evidenced by some glossy stats on the offensive side. Lotus, in fact, terms Kornacker a “five-tool player.”

Surrounding Kornacker and Wood in the batting order will catcher T.J. Marik, an Austin Peay University recruit who knocked in 30 runs a year ago; University of Hawaii recruit Mike Miller (.327, 31 RBI), who’ll anchor the outfield; first baseman Roger Wilson; infielder Nate Tholl (.307, 23 RBI), who has received a scholarship offer from Valparaiso University; outfielder Rob Gutierrez; and utility man Kevin White. While the Vikings’ lineup will contain plenty of pop, it will also feature speed — between them, Wood, Kornacker, Tholl and White stole 72 bases last spring.

Wilson, Gutierrez and Alex Hitney will be the pitching notables behind St. Laurence’s Big Two. As has been customary in recent seasons, younger players will have a difficult time breaking through, but Lotus did list a few possibilities. Foremost among them are Frank Greco and John Riordan, two hurlers who displayed promise in summer-league assignments.

• Coach’s comments: “We have a very hard-working and great group of players. They know how to compete and how to win. With the number of players back, we should have the experience to compete for the CCL Blue title and, hopefully, a state championship.

“The key to our team is getting consistent hitting throughout our lineup, and having some of the younger players step up and compete and contribute for us.” — Lotus.

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Josh Meier gave Shepard a first place in the 3,200-run (9:45.65) at last Saturday’s Bolingbrook Fast Times Invitational.

GIRLS’ TRACK Cali Klein took first in the long Individuals collecting event victories for the Eagles included jump (13-10½) for Sandburg (82 Justin Adams in the 1,600-meter points), which finished third in run (4 minutes, 45.40 seconds), the six-team Lemont Invitational.

Nicholas DePesa in the high jump The Lady Eagles beat out Ever(6 feet, 5 inches) and Ayoolu- green Park (54), Eisenhower (41) mide Abiona in the long jump and Ridgewood (seven), but fell 35 points shy of the triumphant (19 feet). host team. ***

EVERGREEN PARK 2013 Record: 17-16.

Head coach: Mark Smyth.

Assistant coaches: Jason Dunneback, John Altman, John Tiffy.

• Who’s gone: Kyle Venhuizen, P/1B; Mike Reuter, OF/P; David Kutschke, P. • Who’s back: Mark Martin, SS/P, Jr. (.343, .396 OBP, 23 runs, 14 RBI, 17-of-17 stealing); Frank Meisl, P, Sr. (2.77 ERA, 42 Ks, 60 1/3 IP); KeyShawn Carpenter, OF, Sr.; Tim Walsh, 3B, Sr; Sean Miller, 2B, Jr.; Mike Rizzo, C, Jr.; Dan Kohler, OF, Sr.; Kevin Farmer, OF/DH, Sr.; Aaron GreenVanZee, P, Sr.; Corey Miller, 1B, Sr.; David Ziebarth, P, Sr.; Ronnie O’Toole, OF, Jr. • Who’s new: Brian Pall, P, Jr. • Outlook: Forget about the Mustangs’ overall record in 2013 — what mattered most was that they were playing well enough at the end of the year to capture the program’s first regional championship in over a half-century. That was followed up by a first-ever victory in the sectional round and a spot among the state’s Sweet 16 in Class 3A. In all, Evergreen Park won 14 of its last 20 games last spring.

Can the positive energy created by those accomplishments still be felt nine months later?

Longtime coach Mark Smyth obviously hopes so, and the return of several key contributors to last season’s memorable run would seem to make any feelings of optimism well-founded. What should help, too, is more recent success — seven roster members also played pivotal roles for the Mustangs football team, which won the South Suburban Conference Red title last fall and went undefeated during the regular campaign.

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SXU (Continued from page 3) postponements and waiting for area fields to dry out, the Cougars received news that sophomore pitcher Nicole Nonnemacher had been picked as the NAIA National Pitcher of the Week for the period running March 10-16. She also was feted by the CCAC as its top pitcher over that same span.

Nonnemacher’s honors followed a 4-1, one-save showing during SXU’s Florida trip, with three of the wins coming on nohitters. She twice stymied Lourdes (Ohio) University and silenced Spring Arbor (Mich.) University once, and in all three outings Nonnemacher rang up at least 13 strikeouts.

She totaled 57 strikeouts for the week and walked only two over 35 innings while allowing just seven hits. Only one unearned run was generated against her. For the season, Nonnemacher ranks sixth in the NAIA in opponents’ average (.114), hits allowed (2.75) and strikeouts (11.5) per nine innings, and earned-run average (0.27).

The Cougars, currently ranked fifth nationally, went 8-2 in Florida.

BASEBALL The Cougars wrapped up their Florida trip with losses to Aquinas (Mich.) College (7-5) and St. Ambrose University (14-5). The defeats left SXU with a 4-12 ledger.

Sophomore Jim Augle went a combined 3-for-7 at the plate with a triple, two RBI and two runs to pace the Cougars’ offense. His run-producing threebagger, plus senior Tom Keating’s RBI double boosted SXU into a 5-4 lead over Aquinas after three innings, but two errors undermined the Cougars in the top of the sixth.

Freshman pitcher Jesse Lopez took the loss.

Sophomore Alec Barnhart and senior Chris Klein both stroked a pair of hits against St. Ambrose, but the Fighting Bees had more (Photo by Jeff Vorva) than enough potency to offset Dovile Guzauskaite lunges for a shot during Stagg’s badminton those displays. Barnhart includmatch with Argo this past Monday. ed a double among his hits and

to expect Evergreen to be any less competitive this time around, especially with junior shortstop Mark Martin back to serve as its on-field ringleader.

Already a two-year varsity regular, Martin earned All-SSC Red honors after each of his first two seasons. Despite seeing far fewer good pitches to hit as a sophomore, he still batted .343, a mark he upped to .419 when facing conference pitching. With Martin, Sean Miller and Tim Walsh on hand, the Mustangs have intact three-fourths of their previous infield. Ticketed to replace the departed Kyle Venhuizen (Illinois Wesleyan) at first base is senior Corey Miller.

Veterans are also in evidence elsewhere, as seniors KeyShawn Carpenter —- one of the south suburbs’ rushing leaders on the gridiron — and Dan Kohler should again man the corner outfield positions and Mike Rizzo will set up behind the dish. Junior Ronnie O’Toole could complete the deep defense, while Kevin Farmer provides another decent stick. Smyth, now in his 14th season, believes Evergreen’s gloves will be one of its real strengths.

He also likes his mound corps, a group headed up by Frank Meisl, a football lineman who is sturdy enough to log plenty of innings. Aaron GreenVanZee and David Ziebarth supply two more experienced arms, and Martin is expected to toe the rubber on occasion. Junior Brian Pall, who possesses a fastball that reaches into the low 80s and gave the Mustangs some respectable work during the summer, could become an influential individual on the hill before very long.

• Coach’s comments: “We need to get off to a good start and carry over the momentum of last year’s tournament run.

Team chemistry is very good, as the kids really get along well.

Offensively, we need to understand that situational hitting and small ball will help us win games.” — Smyth.

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tallied twice, while junior Casey Papp doubled and finished with three RBI. SXU went ahead 4-0 in the top of the first, as Papp’s hit served as the critical blow. However, St. Ambrose responded with eight markers during its first three atbats to seize control of the contest. The Bees’ uprising pinned a setback on Cougars hurler Jack Surane. *** Despite wintry weather conditions on Saturday, SXU (513) played two games in Grand Rapids, Mich., although only one of those proved satisfying. That would have been the back end of a doubleheader with host Davenport University, which the Cougars captured by a 4-3 score.

SXU dropped the opener at Farmer’s Complex, 4-2.

Keating and Klein were the Cougars’ big guns, as they collected five and three hits, respectively, on the day. Klein also notched the Game 2 pitching victory after scattering nine hits over seven innings and fanning five.

Senior Brad Myjak’s single and a couple of Davenport errors staked SXU to a 2-0 lead after two frames, but the hosts responded with a three-spot in their half of the fourth that put them in front to stay. Scott Vachon took the loss for the Cougars despite giving up only six hits.

After smacking two of SXU’s four hits in Game 1, Keating delivered three more in the ensuing contest, including an RBI single in the top of the third inning.

Klein had slammed an RBI triple ahead of him.

Freshman Ryan Pellack’s infield single upped the Cougars’ advantage to 3-0 in the fourth, but Davenport pulled even by tallying three times over the fourth and fifth stanzas. However, freshman Bryan Polak’s fielder’s choice chased in Augle with the deciding marker in the seventh. Davenport stranded the tying run at third in the bottom of the inning.

SXU is scheduled to play a three-game CCAC series against Judson University this weekend in Jacksonville, Ill.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N � PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION P l a i n t i f f , � v . � JOHN CHRISTOPHER O'CARROLL A/K/A JOHN O'CARROLL, KATHLEEN O'CARROLL A/K/A KATHLEEN M. O'CARROLL D e f e n d a n t s � 11 CH 040864 12023 S. 72ND COURT 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 August 12, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 10, 2014, at the 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 12023 S. 72ND COURT, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-25-213-013. 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. 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 14-11-32700. 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. 14-11-32700 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 040864 TJSC#: 34-3900 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 D I V I S I O N � JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N � P l a i n t i f f , � v . � TERESA M. WOLLEK, HICKORY HILLS COURTS CONDOMINIUM A S S O C I A T I O N � D e f e n d a n t s � 13 CH 18433 8650 S. 84th Ct., Unit 3B 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 10, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 24, 2014, at the 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 8650 S. 84th Ct., Unit 3B, Hickory Hills, IL 60457 Property Index No. 18-35-308-039-019.

The real estate is improved with a residential condominium. The judgment amount was $112,007.13.

Sale terms: 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. 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. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit 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, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code.

40387 Case Number: 13 CH 18433 TJSC#: 34-1038 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 CITIMORTGAGE, INC., P l a i n t i f f , � v . � PAIL ALTES, CITIBANK, N.A. F/K/A CITIBANK, FSB, RIVERA REGAL - PHASE II ASSOCIATION, RIVERA REGAL CONDOMINIUM UMBRELLA ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2013 CH 09317 11104 S. 84TH AVE., UNIT 3B 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 14, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 15, 2014, at the 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 11104 S. 84TH AVE., UNIT 3B, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-23-101-116-1018. The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. The judgment amount was $113,689.46. 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. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 372-2020. Please refer to file number 13-2222-21075.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No. 13-2222-21075 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 2013 CH 09317 TJSC#: 34-3245 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 OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC P l a i n t i f f , � v . � CORA M. KERNATS, THE RIVIERA IN PALOS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION D e f e n d a n t s � 13 CH 002163 29 COUR MASSON 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 24, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 28, 2014, at the 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 29 COUR MASSON, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-23-112-058. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-00734. 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. 14-13-00734 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 002163 TJSC#: 34-1866 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.

I596148

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.ELIZABETH M. MILLER A/K/A ELIZABETH M. HEPHURN, STEPHEN P. MILLER, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 31243 12023 SOUTH 70TH COURT 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 June 6, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 15, 2014, at the 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 12023 SOUTH 70TH COURT, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 2430-112-003-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $304,010.13. 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(g1), 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. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Anthony Porto, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (866) 402-8661 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com.. Please refer to file number F11050137. 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.

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (866) 402-8661 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F11050137 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 11 CH 31243 TJSC#: 34-2723 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.

I594985

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CHASE HOME FINANCE LLC Plaintiff, -v.DORIS KRENZELAK, AS TRUSTEE OF THE DORIS KRENZELAK TRUST U/T/A DATED 11/04/96, DORIS KRENZELAK A/K/A DORIS I. KRENZELAK, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE DORIS KRENZELAK TRUST U/T/A DATED 11/04/96, LAKE KATHERINE TOWNHOME ASSOCIATION, INC., LAKE KATHERINE HARBOR TOWNHOME ASSOCIATION, DISCOVER BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 10 CH 022676 28 LAKE KATHERINE WAY 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 January 17, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 21, 2014, at the 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 28 LAKE KATHERINE WAY, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-24-300-309; (23-24-300-141, 142 U/P). The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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 14-10-15003. 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. 14-10-15003 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 10 CH 022676 TJSC#: 34-1519 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.

I595322

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC, P l a i n t i f f � V . � MARIA GOLASIEWICZ A/K/A MARIA MILISZEWSKA; MAREK GOLASIEWICZ A/K/A MARKEK GOLASIEWICZ; PNC BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO MIDAMERICA BANK, FSB, D e f e n d a n t s � 11 CH 37439 Property Address: 8741 SOUTH 82ND COURT HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 11-054375 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure s a l e s . ) � PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on January 15, 2014, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on April 16, 2014, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 8741 South 82nd Court, Hickory Hills, IL 60457 Permanent Index No.: 23-02-214-018-0000 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

The judgment amount was $ 213,532.48. Sale terms for non-parties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds.

The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information and to view auction rules at w w w . k a l l e n r s . c o m . � For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 291-1717, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only.

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Cook County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division.

JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � Miguel Villicana; Martha Gonzalez; BMO Harris Bank, National Association f/k/a Harris, National Association; Cambridge in the Hills Condominium Association Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants D e f e n d a n t s , � 1 2 C H 2 2 7 8 8 � Sheriff's # 140098 F11020190 CHOH Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on May 9, 2014, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Common Address: 8100 West 87th Street Unit 1A, Hickory Hills, Illinois 60457 P.I.N: 18-35-407-091-1001 Improvements: This property consists of a Residential Condominium Unit.

Sale shall be under the following terms: payment of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the successful and highest bid to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier's check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier's check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special a s s e s s m e n t s . � Premise will NOT be open for inspection.

The purchaser of a condominium unit, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments as required by 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1) Firm Information: Plaintiff's Attorney FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC Anthony Porto 1807 W. DIEHL., Ste 333 Naperville, IL 60566-7228 forecl o s u r e n o t i c e @ f a l - i l l i n o i s . c o m � 866-402-8661 fax 630-428-4620 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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3-27-14 For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR WAMU MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-AR13 P l a i n t i f f , � v . � JOANNE ASSENATO, CHESTERFIELD PLACE HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION D e f e n d a n t s � 12 CH 023841 8622 KENDALL LANE ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 12, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 21, 2014, at the 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 8622 KENDALL LANE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-14-303-023. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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 14-11-15947. 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. 14-11-15947 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 023841 TJSC#: 34-3949 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.

I595983

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � HALINA JUCHAS-CISZEK; PALOS PLACE C O N D O M I N I U M � ASSOCIATION; JOZEF CISZEK; JOHN DOE, C U R R E N T � SPOUSE OR CIVIL UNION PARTNER, IF ANY OF HALINA JUCHAS-CISZEK; UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , � 13 CH 18526 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on January 27, 2014 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real e s t a t e : � P.I.N. 23-13-103-030-1015 and 23-13-103-030-1077.

Commonly known as 10532 Palos Place, Unit 10532-C & Unit G-29, Palos Hills, IL 60465.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. David C. Kluever at Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(312) 236-0077.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I597273

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For Sale Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION EVERBANK Plaintiff, -v.MICHAEL F. COYLE A/K/A MICHAEL COYLE, CAROLINE COYLE, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 044828 12737 S. AUSTIN 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 January 13, 2014, Auction.com, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on April 16, 2014, at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza, 350 West Mart Center Drive (in the Auction.com room), CHICAGO, IL, 60654, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 12737 S. AUSTIN AVENUE, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-32-203-022. The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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 14-11-35170. 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.

AUCTION.COM LLC For Additional Information regarding Auction.com, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800-280-2832) CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-11-35170 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 044828 TJSC#: 34-2542 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, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO MID AMERICA BANK, FSB Plaintiff, v s . ďż˝ KRZYSZTOF STASIK; GREEN OAKS C O N D O M I N I U M ďż˝ ASSOCIATION; PNC BANK, N.A. S/I/I TO MID AMERICA BANK, FSB; EQUABLE ASCENT F I N A N C I A L , ďż˝ LLC; MONIKA KEDZIERAWSKA; Defendants, 13 CH 21326 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on January 29, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, May 2, 2014, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 23-11-301-006-1023.

Commonly known as 10033 SOUTH WALNUT TERRACE APT 215 A/K/A APT 31-215, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1313059.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I597346

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS, PARK PLACE SECURITIES, INC., ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-WCW2; P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v s . ďż˝ JIBRIN ALRASHDEH; HALIMEH ALRASHADEH; T H E ďż˝ SKYLA CONDOMINIUMS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JIBRIN ALRASHDEH, IF ANY; U N K N O W N ďż˝ HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF HALIMEH ALRASHADEH, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD C L A I M A N T S ; ďż˝ D e f e n d a n t s , ďż˝ 10 CH 19397 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on August 3, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, April 21, 2014 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real e s t a t e : ďż˝ P.I.N. 23-02-207-025-1006.

Commonly known as 8716 South Roberts Road, Unit 1N, Hickory Hills, IL 60457.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 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 0 9 0 6 8 . ďż˝ INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I595480

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N ďż˝ RBS CITIZENS BANK CORPORATE SUCCESSOR TO CHARTER ONE BANK P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v . ďż˝ MARIE KAMZIC AS TRUSTEE OF THE MARIE KAMZIC REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST DATED THE 19TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 1997, MILL CREEK CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS D e f e n d a n t s ďż˝ 13 CH 3482 9749 WEST CREEK ROAD, APARTMENT E1 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 3, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 1, 2014, at the 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 9749 WEST CREEK ROAD, APARTMENT E1, Palos Park, IL 60464 Property Index No. 23-33-209-031-1009. The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $111,940.17. 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. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: ERIC FELDMAN & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 120 W. MADISON ST., SUITE 920, 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. ERIC FELDMAN & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 120 W. MADISON ST., SUITE 920 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 344-3529 Attorney Code. 40466 Case Number: 13 CH 3482 TJSC#: 34-1808 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 D I V I S I O N ďż˝ TCF NATIONAL BANK P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v . ďż˝ RONALD P. MARCO A/K/A RONALD MARCO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 24925 12631 S. PARKSIDE 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 March 5, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 17, 2014, at the 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 12631 S. PARKSIDE AVENUE, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-29-403-010-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $196,039.67. 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 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. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: DAVID T. COHEN, DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES, 10729 WEST 159TH STREET, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467, (708) 460-7711.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES 10729 WEST 159TH STREET ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 (708) 460-7711 Attorney Code. 25602 Case Number: 13 CH 24925 TJSC#: 34-4133 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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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.IBRAHIM SHABAN, COLETTE HIGHLANDS TOWNHOME ASSOCIATION, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 7/10/06, A/K/A TRUST NO. 6915, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 7/10/06, A/K/A TRUST NO. 6915 Defendants 12 CH 028011 10717 GABRIELLE LANE ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 17, 2014, Auction.com, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on April 23, 2014, at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza, 350 West Mart Center Drive (in the Auction.com room), CHICAGO, IL, 60654, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10717 GABRIELLE LANE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-17-402-054. The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-20781. 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.

AUCTION.COM LLC For Additional Information regarding Auction.com, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800-280-2832) CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-20781 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 028011 TJSC#: 34-1492 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, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION GREEN PLANET SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, v s . ďż˝ EUGENE S MUSICH; LENISE ALYCE MUSICH; D e f e n d a n t s , ďż˝ 13 CH 11425 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on January 24, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 29, 2014, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 27-16-108-047-0000.

Commonly known as 10264 HICKORY DRIVE, ORLAND PARK IL, IL 60462.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1305019.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I597260

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE N.A. P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v . ďż˝ DAVID BRENNAN, TINA BRENNAN D e f e n d a n t s ďż˝ 12 CH 35630 9324 SOUTH 78TH AVENUE HICKORY HILLS, IL 6 0 4 5 7 ďż˝ NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 31, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 2, 2014, at the 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 9324 SOUTH 78TH AVENUE, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-01-319-012-0000. 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. 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 PA1218032. 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. PA1218032 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 35630 TJSC#: 34-1848 I596888

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

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STARTING THIS WEEK: “THE WOLF OF WALL STREET’’: Leonardo DiCaprio and director Martin Scorsese earned much praise — and a public rebuke from the daughter of one of the real-life subject’s financial victims — in their fifth screen teaming, a lengthy and colorfully edgy portrait of Jordan Belfort, a financial wizard who satisfied his many vices to excess while convincing others to put their monetary faith in him. Jonah Hill is excellent as Belfort’s principal partner in scheming; Matthew McConaughey, Kyle Chandler, Rob Reiner, Margot Robbie, Jon Favreau, Jean Dujardin (“The Artist’’) and Cristin Milioti (“How I Met Your Mother’’) also are featured. *** (R: AS, N, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “DELIVERY MAN’’: The title works two ways for Vince Vaughn’s character in this moderately entertaining seriocomic tale of an ex-sperm donor, many of whose progeny want to know who their father is. He has quite a few of them, too ... more than 500, making him panicked when about one-third of them take legal steps to determine his identity. Eventually, though, the fact he’s having a child with his girlfriend (Cobie Smulders, “How I Met Your Mother’’) prompts him to look into the lives of some of those he already has sired. Chris Pratt (“Parks and Recreation’’) and Britt Robertson (“Life Unexpected’’) also appear in the film, a remake by director Ken Scott of his own movie “Starbuck.’’ DVD extras: deleted scene; outtakes. *** (PG-13: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “WALKING WITH DINOSAURS’’: Though the title is a brand name thanks to the long-

popular BBC-made documentary series, this family-friendly film goes its own way, putting a story to its visuals of computer-generated creatures set against real backdrops. Justin Long voices a young dinosaur who struggles to make his way through an often harsh prehistoric world, with a bird (voiced by John Leguizamo) as his principal companion. The picture still strives to be educational by identifying the species of different characters, which interrupts the narrative flow though it’s well-intentioned. Karl Urban (“Star Trek’’) is featured in liveaction sequences. *** (PG: AS) (Also on Blu-ray) “SCOOBY-DOO! WRESTLEMANIA MYSTERY’’: What a way to appeal to two audiences at once ... inject the sleuthing animated canine into the WWE world. That’s just what happens in this tale, as Scooby, Shaggy and their usual cohorts venture to a wrestling event that appears to be plagued by the ghost of a bear.

The amateur detectives get help from cartoon versions of stars of the ring — including John Cena, Kane, AJ Lee and World Wrestling Entertainment chief Vince McMahon — in determining and solving what’s going on. *** (Not rated) (Also on Blu-ray) “CAMILLE CLAUDEL, 1915’’: Juliette Binoche (“The English Patient’’) reaffirms her magical quality as a performer in the title role of this drama, particularly given the challenge of making the film in an actual psychiatric institution with writerdirector Bruno Dumont. Claudel was under such confinement while continuing to try to prove herself as an artist, correspondence with her poet brother Paul (Jean-Luc Vincent) being her main link to the outside world. *** (Not rated: AS, P) “ODD THOMAS’’: A Dean Koontz suspense novel is the source of this melodrama with Anton Yelchin (“Star Trek’’) as the title character, a short-order cook who has the “Sixth Sense’’

gift — or curse, depending on your view — of being able to see dead people. They’re a malevolent bunch with sinister intentions, so he enlists his girlfriend (Addison Timlin, “Zero Hour’’) and the local sheriff (Willem Dafoe) to help him save their town. Patton Oswalt and 50 Cent also appear for director-screenwriter Stephen Sommers (“The Mummy’’). ** (Not rated: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray) COMING SOON: “47 RONIN’’ (April 1): Keanu Reeves plays one of the warriors battling mystical forces in the course of avenging the death of their master. (PG-13: AS, V) “ANCHORMAN 2: THE LEGEND CONTINUES’’ (April 1): Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell) leaves San Diego to join a 24hour news network in New York; Christina Applegate, Steve Carell and Paul Rudd also return. (PG13: AS, P) “I LOVE LUCY: THE ULTIMATE SEASON 1’’ (April 8): If you’ve been waiting for Vitameatavegamin in hi-def, here’s your chance, as Lucille Ball’s classic sitcom comes to Blu-ray. (Not rated) “SORCERER’’ (April 22): On Blu-ray for the first time, director William Friedkin’s take on “The Wages of Fear’’ casts Roy Scheider as one of several drivers transporting very dangerous cargo. (PG: P, V) “HILL STREET BLUES: THE COMPLETE SERIES’’ (April 29): The classic Steven Bochco-produced police drama stars Daniel J. Travanti, Veronica Hamel and Dennis Franz. (Not rated: AS, P, V) “SOPHIE’S CHOICE’’ (April 29): Meryl Streep earned her second Oscar for the shattering drama, coming to Blu-ray in a “Collector’s Edition’’; Kevin Kline also stars. (R: AS, P)

This week Orland Park comedy improv The Orland Park Comedy Improv Team returns to the Old Village Hall stage on Friday, March 29, April 18 and May 30.

This season’s show, called “No Limit Laughs,” will be performed at 8 p.m. each evening and is open to adults age 18 and older. Admission is $6 per person at the door.

Orland Park’s Old Village Hall is at 14413 S. Beacon Ave. in Old Orland. For more information, call 403-PARK.

Magic show luncheon Magician Don Wiberg will entertain guests at a luncheon on Tuesday, April 1, from noon to 2 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park.

Professional magician Don Wiberg will help guests celebrate April Fool’s Day with an amazing magic show. Wiberg is past president and current international secretary for the International Brotherhood of Magicians and has published a book on the art of magic. He is a local resident and long time friend of The Center., where his previous performances have delighted folks of all ages.

The luncheon begins at noon, costs $17 per person, and requires advance reservations.

For further information, interested persons should call The Center at 361-3650.

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The Beverly Theatre Guild will be interviewing for a director, musical director, and choreographer for the upcoming production of FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE Mel Brook’s musical “Young FranKEY: AS, adult situations; N, nu- kenstein” to be performed for two dity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, weekends in late October/early November in the Baer Theatre particularly graphic violence. at Morgan Park Academy Arts Center, Chicago.

Interviews will be scheduled for Tuesday, April 1 in the evening, or

by Liz Smith Sunday, April 6 in the afternoon.

There is a stipend for these posicame to be and came to change far. But in general, she’s a riot. tions. Those interested should email Robert Wagner on And she won herself a legion of their resume and indicate which with the years.

Hollywood style, Scott Eyman worked with him new fans by taking down CNN’s position they are interested in to movies and ‘Titanic’ “Moral conduct is imperative; on this and he is a specialist in, Piers Morgan the other night. beverlytheatreguild@juno.com. it causes the least problem and of all lives, Louis B. Mayer’s. And Winding up her interview with leaves fewer regrets,” said Jacques while describing what great stars Morgan, she let loose about what Spirituality series Barzun. I think he was quoting and figures have lived in L.A. in she considered his lack of interA new DVD spirituality discusits show biz days, R.J. punctuates est. He responded that she wasn’t the Stoics. sion will begin on Tuesday, April SOME OF us had a really high all this history with colorful, price- that interesting. old time at the Y on Lexington less anecdotes about stars he has She said it was his job to make it 1, at 6:30 p.m., and on Thursday, at 92 Street recently. We gath- hung out with — Spencer Tracy, all interesting. Back and forth and April 3, at 10 a.m., at The Cenered to hear actor R.J. Wagner Clark Gable, Fred Astaire, Gary finally it came to Chelsea handing ter, 12700 Southwest Highway, talk with me about his new book Cooper, Cary Grant — and all Piers his head: “Well, this is why Palos Park.

Led by Chris Hopkins, the “You Must Remember This,” out the ladies, beginning with Joan you’re losing your show!”

Even folks who don’t like DVD series explores the healing Crawford. from Viking.

It is a bit daunting to offer ques- R.J. looks great. He will cel- Chelsea got online and cheered. power of the gospel principles in tions about love, life, romance, ebrate his 85th birthday next Feb- Piers Morgan, alas, has not made Twelve Step programs. Hopkins tragedy and acting to someone ruary. The audience loved him! himself a beloved figure on the welcomes new participants to The Center’s spirituality prowho has been a star almost since DESPITE WHAT some say in troubled CNN. he was first discovered by Darryl despair, the culture hasn’t coars- The problems plaguing that Zanuck. This was in just a few ened beyond all recognition. For once-shining news channel seem moments onscreen back in 1952. example, the most eagerly awaited to multiply day by day, including (R.J. didn’t have any lines in the film, opening soon, is “The Mup- overly emphatic, dramatic anchors Susan Hayward movie “With a pets: Most Wanted.” IMDB places who take everything “personally,” an emphasis on court cases noSong in My Heart,” about the interest at 196 percent. life of singer Jane Froman, but The least anticipated? “Nym- body really care about and difhe put on such an empathetic phomaniac Vol. 1” Interest in that ficulty finding that fair middle 1. Hunger Games: Catching and sympathetic face that Zanuck sex-fest is a paltry 9 percent. So ground CNN used to stand for. Fire, Lionsgate, PG-13 knew immediately he should sign there! Oh, and “Need for Speed” (FOX and MSNBC are blatantly 2. Dallas Buyers Club, Focus starring “Breaking Bad’s” Aaron partisan, preaching only to their Features, R him up.)

R.J. has gone on to make more Paul (aka Jesse Pinkman) scores choir. That’s fine, but where does 3. Thor: The Dark World, it really get us? The news or an Walt Disney Studios Motion Picthan 40 feature films and he has at a healthy 88 percent. tures, PG-13 starred in three separate success- IT CAME as something of a argument for a point of view?) ful TV series. He keeps up with surprise the other day to hear I’d love to know what CNN’s 4. The Counselor, 20th Centhe times as well, recently appear- from conservative pundits that founder, Ted Turner, honestly tury Fox, R ing in the last of Charlie Sheen’s Beyonce is a “bad influence” on thinks these days. I have always 5. The Best Man Holiday, episodes of “Two and a Half Men,” young girls. This is because of admired this titan. He can seem Universal, R the Mike Myers “Austin Powers” her latest video, “Partition,” in erratic, but he loves history and 6. Captain Phillips, Sony Pictures, PG-13 extravaganzas and currently as a which she acts out making love is very smart! recurring character in the popular (to her husband, Jay-Z) in a car. (E-mail Liz Smith at 7. About Time, Universal Pictures, R First of all, she’s a pop star, not a MES3838@aol.com.)

CBS drama “NCIS.” He co-starred (and more!) with politician, and she is a full-grown the great actress Barbara Stan- woman, whose image has always Rendered by Oregon GFWC Woman’s Club Presents wyck in 1953’s “Titanic.” They been provocative. Although her Toni Cacciatore kept their romance under wraps songs generally stress romance because she was twice his age and and monogamy. they didn’t want to cause talk. At Second, she has been married the Y when I asked about this, once, to Jay-Z. He has been married Over 50 Dealers from the Midwest R.J. noted that indeed Stanwyck once, to Beyonce. They have a child March 29 & 30, 2014 was one of the greats of her time they are raising together. Neither Saturday 9am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm and that he (like me) preferred has ever been involved in scandal. his “Titanic” to James Cameron’s Or an acrimonious divorce. This is Crystal & China Repair Blackhawk Center special-effects color epic. He also more than I can say for some of Appraisals SUN. ($5 per item) 1101 W. Jefferson St. praised Victoria Wilson’s massive the people criticizing Beyonce.

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I remarked on R.J.’s way with LIKE ALL comics, late-night women (he made love to most of fixture/author/actress Chelsea his leading ladies) and married the Handler can sometimes go too adorable Natalie Wood — twice! I was careful, however, because in the audience was Wagner’s wife of more than 20 years, Jill St. John.

How has Wagner survived, personally and professionally? Well, he is a real gentleman that’s how — intelligent, wise, charming, open and with open arms. He wrote his memoir several years back and he now follows with the story of Hollywood and how it

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There is no cost to those wishArt and pottery ing to walk the labyrinth and classes for families no reservations are necessary.

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The class fee is $8 per person The Bridge Teen per night plus an extra $4 per person for the umbrella class.

Center events • Rock Climbing — 3:30 to Reservations are required for 6 p.m. today (Thursday) The each class. Call The Center at Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 361-3650.

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• Spring Break Bash — 7:30 olds, fourth graders and everyto 10:30 p.m. this Friday, March one in between—are invited to 28, this year’s theme is camping, an Easter egg hunt set for Satwith hot dogs, s’mores, campfire urday, April 12 at Palos Heights songs, a real campfire, games Christian Reformed Church, 7059 W. 127th St. and more.

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Emerging Artists at McCord

The third exhibit in a series that has featured the artwork of high school students and recent graduates will be on display until Saturday, April 26, at McCord Gallery & Cultural Center in Palos Park.

From animated to abstract, from beads to bangles, it is intriguing to see the various paths that artists Brendan Cooney, Sarah Bogosh, Stephanie Czaja, Emily Cellini Henson, and David Piech have pursued after graduation. Pictured is “Beyond the Wall” by Brendan Cooney. The public is invited to meet these talented artists at a reception on Friday, April 4, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

McCord Gallery & Cultural Center is at 9602 W. Creek Rd. (129th and La Grange Road), Palos Park.

For more information, call 671-0648 or visit www.mccordgallery.org.

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Children’s Farm plans summer camps

The Children’s Farm will provide a variety of camp programs for children and teens this summer of 2014. In the past two years, Camp Director Amy DiDominicis has created some less intensive options for young people who are now able to choose a day program rather than an overnight camp experience, or who would like a one week session of camp instead of the traditional two weeks.

During the weeks of July 13 or July 20, children in grades 2 through 7 can register for a 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. five-day program of Farm Explorers, or the 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. six-day Extreme Farm Explorers.

Those in grades 4 through 7 also have the option of a six-day overnight camp during those weeks.

The farm continues to offer its traditional two-week overnight camp for young people in grades 5 through 12, with sessions beginning June 15, June 29, July 13, and July 27.

All of the camps, whether one week or two, overnight or daytime, are designed for children and teenagers who love animals and nature. Camp is filled with fun and excitement as campers learn to ride horses, care for animals, hike in the woods and creeks, and make campfires. They enjoy campouts, hayrides, games, crafts, and new friends. Young teens, entering grades 8 and 9 in the fall, concentrate on horsemanship. Older teens in grades 10 through 12 learn canoeing, adventure, and leadership skills.

Call 361-3650 or email the childrensfarm@sbcglobal.net for registration information. All camps are held at the Children’s Farm, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park (http://www.thecenterpalos. org/).

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