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Athlete says ‘It’s great to hear people cheering’ Walk, Run or Rollers ready to rock at Half Marathon By Tim Hadac Staff Reporter

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ties, physical or developmental, planning to participate in the race, which is part of the First MidBrad Ramirez has no special west Bank Half Marathon, set for plans to train for the Walk, Run Sunday, May 3, on a course that or Roll race in four weeks, other starts and ends at Palos Heights than a few sit-ups and pull-ups. City Hall, 7607 W. College Drive. After all, bicycling the mile or He has participated since the race so to and from his part-time job started in 2009. as a bagger at the Jewel-Osco in B-Rad is a longtime client— Palos Heights, as well as shagging since age 5—of South West Special shopping carts in the parking lot, Recreation Association (SWSRA), keeps his size-17 feet moving. an Alsip-based not-for-profit that Besides, the half-mile race is provides recreation programming, for fun, said Ramirez, 29, of Palos leisure activities and services yearHeights. round for children and adults with “There’s not really any com- disabilities. petitiveness,” he said. “It’s just “That’s what’s so cool about fun. Even if you don’t make it the First Midwest Bank Half to the finish line, it’s great to Marathon,” said SWSRA Execuhear people cheering when they tive Director Lori Chesna. “When call your name.” [Half Marathon founders and diRamirez—or B-Rad, as he is rectors] Mel Diab and Jeff Presknown to his friends—is one of tinario asked SWSRA to actually dozens of athletes with disabili- put this race on, I thought it was

just so awesome. “For two community leaders to come to us and say, ‘We want our race to be all-inclusive’ was something that I was taken aback by,” Chesna added. “[Organizations representing people with disabilities] tend to have to go and knock on doors and ask, ‘Hey, can we be included in your event?’ Really, I was so touched by what Mel and Jeff did. It meant a lot to us, and it says a lot about them.” SWSRA is also a designated beneficiary of a portion of the funds raised by the half marathon. The American Cancer Society is the other. Chesna said that Walk, Run Photo by Tim Hadac or Roll participants—athletes and volunteers alike—get “an The picture of athletic confidence, Palos Heights resident Brad adrenaline rush” from the event, “B-Rad” Ramirez wears medals and ribbons he won at past races and she encouraged everyone to and mugs for the camera with SWSRA Executive Director Lori Chesna last week at his home, mere blocks from the Walk, Run or Roll starting line near City Hall. (Continued on page 7)

Experience counts for Hickory Hills council

Sign, sign, everywhere a SIGN One day after the election, political signs were the talk at the Chicago Ridge board meeting last Wednesday as some trustees would like them eliminated from the village. See Jeff Vorva’s report on page 3 for more details.

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Residents of Hickory Hills made it very clear on Election Day earlier this month that they were satisfied with the status quo of their elected officials. Only two council positions were challenged, with both longtime incumbents easily being returned to office. All total, the nine voting members of the council -- eight aldermen and one mayor -- have 97 years of experience on the Hickory

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John Kink, 51, of the 10500 block of Highland Avenue, Worth, was charged with driving on a suspended license and no insurance when he was stopped at 2:28 p.m. April 9, in the 9900 block of South Ridgeland Avenue, police said. Juan M. Canchola, 35, of the 10500 block of Highland Avenue, Worth, was charged with driving on a suspended license and making an improper turn following a stop at 3:05 p.m. April 8 in the 10500 block of Southwest Highway, police said. Brianna Brown, 20, of the 16500 block of South Wood Street, Markham, was charged with driving on a suspended license, no insurance, and suspended vehicle registration at 11:30 p.m. April 12 in the 10800 block of South Ridgeland Avenue, police said. Nedra Phillips, 35, of Kankakee, was charged with driving on a suspended license and vehicle registration after being stopped at 6 p.m. April 8 in the 9900 block of South Sayre Avenue, police said. Meagan Dennis, 34, of the 2500 block of West 117th Place, Chicago, faces a retail theft charge after being stopped outside Kohl’s in Chicago Ridge Mall. Store security guards alleged that she concealed

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jewelry worth $232 and left the for at 5:29 p.m. April 4 for alstore. Security guards detained legedly taking a maple ham and her until police arrived. electronics from Walmart, 2500 W. 95th St. Two men face felony charges of unlawful delivery of a conJoshua Byers, 23, of Harvey, trolled substance after being was charged with retail theft at apprehended by a police tacti- 11:29 a.m. April 6 for allegedly cal unit that conducting surveil- taking two electronics items totallance in the area of 103rd Street ing $72.36 from Walmart, 2500 and Harlem Avenue at 11:15 W. 95th St. p.m. April 7. Police reported seeing Robert Gula, 38, of Elm Stephon Mason, 18, of Oak Street in Justice, and Daniel Lawn, was charged with retail Jones, 40, of the 9400 block of theft for allegedly taking six items South 80th Court, Hickory Hills, of clothing worth $143.93 fro, Cardrive up to a subject and begin son Pirie Scott, 9700 S. Western a conversation. The offenders Ave., at 8:19 p.m. April 7. then exchanged an item, allegedly heroin, with the man Ryle Wilkins, 26, of Evergreen for cash. Park, was charged with felony possession of a controlled substance, as well as driving on a suspended license, no insurance and having a cracked windshield when he was Marquise Shores, 18, of Chi- stopped at 10:27 p.m. April 7 in th cago, was charged with forgery, a the 2400 block of West 98 Street. felony, and driving on a suspended Police found five 1 mg Alprazolam license and having an obstructed tablets, an anti-anxiety medicawindshield following a traffic stop tion in his possession. He was at 6:34 p.m. April 3 in the 2600 also wanted on an active arrest block of West 87th Street. Police warrant. found six counterfeit $100 bills Peter Verniere, 43, of Lemont, in his car. was charged with driving under Angel Campbell, 32, of Chicago, the influence of alcohol, speedwas charged with retail theft for ing, disobeying a traffic signal, allegedly taking 13 food items improper lane use and driving worth $29.75 from Walmart, 2500 without insurance when he was stopped at 12:44 a.m. April 10 in W. 95 St., at 7:16 p.m. April 3. the 3100 block of West 95th Street. Christopher Conley, 29, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft

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Hickory Hills police are investigating an April 7 shooting in the 8400 block of West 87th Street in which Kendall Sturges, 25, was shot in the foot during an altercation with several unknown subjects in the hallway of an apartment building hallway. The offender fled the scene before police arrived. “(Sturges’) injury was minor. He has already been treated and released from hospital,” said Police Chief Alan Vodicka, who said the victim’s last known address was in Chicago Ridge. He said it was too early to say if there was any gang involvement. “All we know is there was some type of argument,” said Vodicka, noting that Sturges was visiting friends in the apartment building and did not give police any more information. “The investigation is ongoing. We are trying to find out who the offenders were and where they went,” said Vodicka.

Oak Lawn Joshua J. Fiala, 26, of the 4800 block of West 118th Street, Alsip, faces charges of possession of a controlled substance, drug paraphernalia and cannabis when he was stopped at 12:33 a.m. April 6 at 105th Street and Cicero Avenue. He was also cited for speeding and improper display of registration.

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medication pills. Jamie J. Johnson, 23, of the 1500 block of Kenilworth Drive, Calumet City, was charged with driving on a suspended license, no valid license, and expired registration when he was stopped at 9:48 p.m. April 5 at 95th Street and Southwest Highway. Des Plaines residents Bernardino Santos-Hinojosa, 38, and Esteban Guzman-Sanchez, 42, and Hector Lezema-Castro, 20, of the 9600 block of Greenwood Avenue, Chicago, face misdemeanor theft and criminal damage charges for opening a fire hydrant at 95th Street and Moody Avenue at 11 a.m. April 5 to fill a tank truck with water. The men said they were hired to power wash cars in a local car dealership but they were not licensed, according to police. Water Department officials estimated the water and damage to hydrant cost more than $4,900. Luis A. Torres, 20, of the 11000 block of South Major Avenue, Chicago Ridge, was charged with possession of two grams of marijuana after police investigating a retail theft report found him in the 9600 block of South Moody Avenue at 3:15 p.m. April 5. He and a companion admitted taking two cigars and a candy bar from a nearby liquor store after being stopped from buying the cigars without ID, according to police. Police said They left $5 on the counter and the owner did not press charges. Ricardo Monarrez, 39, of the 1300 block of South 58th Avenue, Cicero, was charged with speeding, improper lane usage, no valid license and driving on a suspended license when he was stopped at 2:51 a.m. April 5 at Southwest Highway and Cicero Avenue.

911 call saw them running, and after a brief foot chase, arrested Joseph M. Catalano, 22, and Desmond D. Piphus, 20, both of the 1400 block of West 78th Street in Chicago. After a witness identified both of them as the two seen in the victim’s vehicle, they were arrested and held for a bond hearing the same day at Bridgeview Courthouse. Jasper C. Baisten, 30, of the 4000 block of West 91st Place, is due in Bridgeview Court on April 30 to face animal cruelty and other charges after two malnourished dogs were found in his yard at 2:23 p.m. March 30. Police investigating an animal cruelty report said the dogs were extremely thin and in poor physical condition, with no water accessible to them. Baisten also was cited for two counts of not having a village license or rabies vaccinations for the dogs. He allegedly told police the dogs had always been underweight, and water was not made available to them because they were being house-trained.

Palos Hills A computer worth $600 was reported stolen in a Cobblestone Court burglary on April 8. The homeowner told police he was asleep and awoke to see someone he thought was a family friend in the house. When he got up later, he realized the computer was missing. A car stereo worth $250 was reported stolen from a vehicle in the 11100 block of 84th Avenue on April 9.

A car reported stolen in Palos Hills was found crashed in the 7600 block of 93rd Street in Hickory Hills on April 11. The juvenile subject who was driving the car Two men face felony burglary was apprehended. The case was charges after Oak Lawn police ap- turned over to the Bridgeview prehended them as they allegedly Courthouse for further review. fled from the scene of a reported Police are investigating a recar burglary in the 6200 block of West 99th Street at 2:25 a.m. ported home burglary that ocApril 8. Officers responding to a curred April 11 in the 11100 block

of Northwest Road. The victim reported that the missing items included a television, Playstation 3 game system, a lock box and a diamond ring.

Worth Keith LaBella, 48, was charged with speeding and driving on a suspended license following a stop at 6:52 p.m. April 6 in the 11600 block of South Harlem Avenue. He was also issued a municipal violation for possession of drug paraphernalia because a pipe used to smoke marijuana was found on the floor of the vehicle. Aurelia Quijano-Gomez, 45, was charged with endangering the welfare of a child on April 7 for allegedly leaving three children, ages 11, 9 and 7, home alone in the 10500 block of South Highland Avenue while she went to work. The children were alone from 3:30 p.m. until police were called to the home at 6:10 p.m. Robert E. Schulte, 35, of the 11000 block of South Lloyd Drive, was charged with battery for allegedly punching a 32-year-old man in the face in his apartment at 1 a.m. April 7. Police determined that Schulte also was wanted on an outstanding warrant from River Grove for retail theft. Stanley Green, 50, was charged with battery after police found him acting in a threatening manner, carrying a hatchet and hammer in his front yard in the 6700 block of West 111th Street at 10:53 p.m. April 7. Police said he refused to drop the weapons and punched a police officer in the face when the officer took them from him. Green was transported to Palos Hospital for a psychological evaluation. Area police departments Chicago Ridge 425-7831 Evergreen Park 422-2142 Hickory Hills 598-4900 Oak Lawn 499-7722 Palos Hills 598-2272 Worth 448-3979

Oak Lawn board approves ‘stale bids’ By Dermot Connolly Staff Reporter In an effort to live up to its “Shop Oak Lawn” motto, village trustees at the April 14 board meeting unanimously agreed to waive competitive bidding requirements and split a contract for streetlight bulbs and electrical supplies between the winning bidder and a local company, but not without their usual spirited discussion. Gerald Chickerillo, the street division manager, told the board that the original bids for streetlight bulbs and electrical supplies were opened on Dec. 1, and HelselJepperson Electrical Inc. of Chicago Heights had the lowest bid of $82,814.48. However, at the following board meeting on Dec. 9, trustees discussed the possibility of awarding the bid to a local company. Chickerillo said that after consulting with village Attorney Patrick Connelly, the bid contract could be split in two, with the contract for streetlights bulbs going to another bidder, C&L Electrical Supply, 9637 Southwest Highway. Village Manager Larry Deetjen said that C&L bid $1,000 less for the bulbs than Helsel-Jepperson, so the village is saving money overall. “We asked Helsen-Jepperson if they would be so kind as to allow us to break up the bid, and they understood and agreed,” said Deetjen. “But did this board give you direction to break it up?” asked Trustee Alex Olejniczak. “It turned

Thanks a million, Dad Eric Kasper Jr. tries to hand his father his police hat at last Wednesday’s Chicago Ridge Village Board meeting. The older Kasper was honored by the board for accounting for $1 million in overweight truck fines for the village in the past 10 years. Mayor Chuck Tokar said that catching so many scofflaws has improved safety and cut down on the wear and tear of area streets. Photo by Jeff Vorva

out in our favor here, but we can’t pick and choose how to follow the rules.” Olejniczak also questioned why the matter is being brought to the board in April, when the bids were opened four months ago. “If the bidders knew that they could bid on one part of the contract or another [the results might have been different]. We are basically looking at stale bids.” Trustee Tim Desmond said he was satisfied when Deetjen assured him that the C&L bid was the original one, and had not been altered since the bids were opened on Dec. 1 “We listened and you basically told us to go and talk to the vendors, and we did,” said Deetjen. Deetjen and Mayor Sandra Bury both said that the board has agreed to waive the competitive bidding rules in the past, mainly to allow municipal vehicles to be purchased from local dealerships at the state’s discounted rate. “It is customary to do this. It is not out of the realm of what is done,” said Bury. Finance director Brian Hanigan added that dividing contracts is commonly done with landscaping contracts as well. But Olejniczak asserted that in those cases, the board made the decision to waive the bidding rules rather than village administrators. Connelly said that as long as the board had a two-thirds majority, or four votes for the split contract, the waiving of competitive bidding rules was not a problem. The vote ended up being unanimous. “This whole process has clarified the is-

sue,” said Trustee Terry Vorderer (4th), thanking Olejniczak for asking the necessary questions. “I would suggest that in future, with these types of bids that we break it out. Let’s just have it above-board,” said Trustee Carol Quinlan (5th), who did not run for re-election and is stepping down from the board in May. Although in the end Olejniczak voted for the agreement, he was not completely satisfied that the rules were followed. “I think we should have rebid the contract,” said Olejniczak. Railroad crossing closing In other business, Deetjen said that Metra plans to close the railroad crossing at Cicero Avenue and 93rd Street between April 29 and May 7 to install a new, sturdier “preformed, precast material” at the crossing that will not need to be repaired as often. Because the tracks are located in the heavily trafficked section of Cicero between 87th and 95th Street that the village was told would be resurfaced, Deetjen said he asked IDOT officials to coordinate the road repaving with the railroad crossing repairs but did not get a satisfactory answer. “My concern is that with the fiscal state of Illinois, and some of the actions taken by the governor [to cut the budget], I don’t feel Oak Lawn is getting the priority it should,” said Deetjen, urging board members bring up the issue when they visit Springfield for a legislative reception and conference with lawmakers on April 28 and 29.

Thursday, April 16, 2015 The Reporter

Double-Duty Dermot is Reporter’s new reporter Many years ago, a newspaper reporter by the name of Dermot Connolly gave a tour of the Marquette Park area to an up-andcoming politician. Connelly drove his car and did a lot of the talking. The guy in the passenger’s seat who did a lot of listening was Pat Quinn. “We were on a first-name basis,” Connolly said. Well, Quinn went on to bigger and better things. He ended up being the Governor of Illinois. In a recent encounter, Quinn saw Connolly and gave him a warm greeting and called him “Shamus.” “We’re still on a first-name basis,” Connolly said. “But he had the wrong name.” We won’t be calling him Shamus around here. But we may be calling him Double-Duty Dermot. Connolly takes over as the new reporter for the Reporter, replacing Bob Rakow, who left our little circus on election night and is now working as a content provider for trade publications in Chicago. When Bob left, we were hoping to steal Dermot away from the Southwest News Herald. We

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game plan that in theory seemed to work. It’s not the ideal situation but half a Dermot is better than By nothing. Jeff Vorva So starting this week, we will have some shifting around. Some new faces will be covering some beats. Some familiar faces will be covering some other beats. Aside from taking Pat Quinn around town in his car, Connolly would have gotten away with it, has interviewed a young polititoo except for two things. First, cian named Barack Obama, a The News Herald didn’t want to Mayor named Richie Daley and give him up and second, we are has photographed Rahm Emall owned by the same corpora- manuel, George Ryan and Rod tion and we just couldn’t pluck Blagojevich. him away. Before joining our little circus, Soooooo… Connolly took a tour of a North Not to get biblical here, but I American Warehousing Co. in was willing to chop him in half, Bedford Park with Gov. Bruce as long as we got the half that Rauner. His story can be found was able to write stories. on page 5. The big bosses saw it differOne of the most dramatic ent. They decided to Wisdom-of- photos to ever appear in the Solomon it up a little bit and Reporter under my watch was give us Dermot for half a work Connolly’s photo of the horrific week and them for half a work traffic accident in Oak Lawn week. His work will appear in that claimed the lives of two our paper as well as the Regional. nuns last year. He happened I sat with News Herald Editor to be bowling on that Sunday Joe Boyle for an hour or so and afternoon not far from the crash we were able to come up with a and captured a very powerful

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Double-Duty Dermot Connolly’s work will appear in the Reporter and Southwest News Herald and some of his stories will show up in the Regional as well. and dramatic shot. The Oak Lawn resident, who attended St. Laurence and Western Illinois University, has spent a huge chunk

of his 23-year career on the South Side of Chicago and the south suburbs but had a stint in New York for a little while. So, if you see Dermot, or Sha-

mus or whatever you want to call him at a meeting or assignment, give him a big hello. We are glad to have him on board.

Cats take center stage at Worth meeting again

Officials will draw up ordinance on how they will handle feral cats in the village By Sharon L. Filkins Correspondent It’s been awhile since the hit play “Cats” was presented in Chicago, but in Worth, cats --the feral variety -- were once again center stage at last Wednesday’s board meeting in Worth. This time with a plot twist. Faced with new information, village officials are now looking at drafting an ordinance to deal with managed care of feral cats. In February, they voted 3-0 against a project proposed by animal rights group, Triple R, which called for capturing feral cats, vaccinating/spaying/ neutering them and returning them to their original site. The purpose of the plan was to reduce the spread of rabies and decrease the population of the feral cats. The plan was offered at no cost to the village. Funding for the services is provided to the animal activist group through donations. Trustee Rich Dziedic said at the time that he was against it. “I understand there may be a problem with feral cats in general, not necessarily in our community, but we have existed

this long without spraying and neutering them that we don’t need to do it now.” He also said, “I would not want a colony of cats living next door to me and coming in my backyard and my garden.” However, the plot thickens. Since that vote was taken, it has come to light that Cook County has an ordinance regulating feral cat colonies within the county. In October, 2007, the Cook County Board of Commissioners amended its Animal and Rabies Control Ordinance, adding a section dealing with feral cats, the “Managed Care of Feral Cats.” The ordinance was enacted to further prevent the spread of rabies by reducing and controlling the feral cat population. Additionally, the ordinance permits individuals living within Cook County, to maintain feral cat colonies provided they participate in trap, neuter, and release (TNR) programs sponsored by approved humane societies. The new information has officials re-thinking their position. Mayor Mary Werner said, “We hope to present an ordinance by our next board meeting [Tues-

day]. While the Cook County Ordinance is a carte blanche approach, we will strive to make our ordinance as unobtrusive as possible, but it will be more strict than the county ordinance.” Dziedic said that the village has some options, referring to a memo from the village attorney, Greg Jones, outlining various approaches. Dziedic said he recommended combining two of the options which include adopting a modified version of the Cook County Ordinance and adopting a zoning requirement for feral cat colonies. “Residents having a colony would have to seek a Special Use Permit,” he said. Also present at the meeting were representatives of the Triple R group, including Pamela Caddick and Collette Walker. Caddick offered the assistance of Triple R to help the village draft its ordinance. “This is a service we offer and it will save attorneys fees. We are currently working with Richton Park in the drafting of its ordinance,” she said.

Park District turns 50

the park district turns 50. A request from the Worth Park District for a street closing on June 5 was for the celebration was unanimously approved. Depot Street, from 109th Street to 109th Place, will be closed from 7 to 10 p.m. for a kickoff celebration for the anniversary. Trustee Colleen McElroy, said the park district is celebrating its Golden Jubilee at Gale Moore Park, with live music, a car show and a dinner.

Other bits:

• Trustee Tedd Muersch said that there will be a budget presentation for the Water’s Edge Golf Course on May 5. He also announced that a search is underway for a new superintendent at the golf course, as well as seasonal summer help. • Public Safety liaison, Trustee Warren Soldan said that two police officers currently in training will be on patrol in two weeks. “Our streets will have

an added measure of safety,” he said. • A cell tower lease amendment for T-Mobile was approved. The amendment, allowing more space for T-Mobile, will bring a $1,000 a month to the village coffers. • The board unanimously approved Werner’s request for a payment of $4,000 to the Worth Park District for expenses incurred in the Worth Days Parade.

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Last year, the village celebrated its 100th birthday. This year,

Chicago Ridge wants to sign out Some trustees want to eliminate political signs By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor

free speech, thus trumping home rule laws.

The election is over and if Chicago Ridge Trustee Sally Durkin has her way, the next election season, there will be no more political lawn signs in the village. Durkin told the village board last Wednesday – the day after Chicago Ridge held a local election – that she wants attorney George Witous to look into “check into the constitutionality of our town eliminating” political lawn signs. “I would like to see it end,” she said. She said candidates shouldn’t “be bullied into using them” and she picked up a few other trustees on the board to chip in with a few pointed thoughts of their own. “They made the town look terrible,” said outgoing trustee Don Badon, who finished fifth in a six-person race for three trustee positions last week. “It was pretty close to being out of control,’’ added Mayor Chuck Tokar. Witous said he would look into the possibility. “My immediate reaction is that we have a problem trying to eliminate them entirely,” the attorney said. “These are temporary signs and removing them

Donation boxes a.k.a. visual blight removed Tokar said that some donation boxes that were “starting to look like garbage recepticles” were removed by the public work department. “We haven’t confiscated the boxes – the companies can certainly have their boxes back,” the Mayor said. “But we felt that it might be a good idea if we removed our visual blight.’’ Photo by Jeff Vorva

Welcome to town Chicago Ridge Trustee Carol The board unanimously grantDurkin is proposing that her village eliminates political signs. ed business licences to the UNO clothing store in the Chicago completely…I think there could Ridge Mall, the Armor Tech Kibe some problems. But I prefer osk in the mall, Carlisle Utility to research it.’’ Contractors, Inc. at 9960 AnderDurkin argued that other son Ave. and Ridge-Mart & More communities have eliminated at 10343 Southwest Highway. political signs but when she An official from Ridge-Mart was asked about specifics, she said the store is “like a liquor said “People have told me about store without the liquor and a it, but I don’t have the sites.’’ BP station without the gas.’’ In 2010, Gov. Pat Quinn signed House Bill 3785, which Calling it a career prohibited Illinois municipalities Public Works Superintendent from placing time restrictions on Doug Kohler, who worked with placement of political signs on the village for 42 years, was private property. The governor presented with a retirement said it brings into compliance watch at the meeting. Kohler a 1994 United State Supreme will stay on for one more month Court ruling that the signs are to help out interim director Ed protected as First Ammendment Hawrysio.

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Our Neighborhood Surfin’ safe-ari being taught at area schools By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor Two summers ago, Richards High School counselor and coach John Kocher lost his son, Matthew, to a drowning accident in Lake Michigan. Now John and the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project have tag-teamed to warn as many people as they can about the dangers of surfing and swimming in area lakes. “We don’t want people to go through the loss that we have gone through,” said Kocher. “It’s important for water safety to be in schools today. Drowning is 100 percent preventable. “People may be used to swimming in a controlled environment like a pool, but people need to have an understanding and a greater respect for open water environments. The water is fun, but it can be powerful and hazardous.” This week, Kocher and the Great Lakes organization came up with several presentations to area schools including Richards (Monday) and Shepard (Wednesday). Photos by Jeff Vorva

Richard counselor and coach John Kocher speaks to Richards students about what happened to his son, Matthew, in 2013 when Matthew died in a drowning accident.

The Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project is at area schools this week to warn of surfing and swimming accidents.

Safety expert Bob Pratt shows some powerful visuals on how dangerous the water on the Great Lakes can be.

Safety expert Bob Pratt tells Richards students Students at Richards listen to swimming and surfing safety during the 8 a.m. gym period. how to prevent drowning in Oak Lawn on Monday. Presentations were made all day at the Oak Lawn school.

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

Compiled by Jeff Vorva

News and events from our archives.

Hole in the yard causes whole lot of trouble 50 years ago

From the April 15, 1965 issue The story: A lift truck carrying two gas tanks hit a hole in the yard of North American Car Corporation in Chicago Ridge. The tanks toppled to the ground and exploded, causing $15,000 worth of damage as flames shot out to a wood shed filled with paint. The quote: “Years ago, Granny spent a lot of time looking for her glasses. Nowadays, she just leaves them where she empties them.’’ – A joke in the Short Stuff section of the paper. Fun fact: Worth’s Dan Plecki wrote to the paper to let the world know that here is something more deadly than a screaming shell from a howitzer and it breaks hearts and lives and is wily, cunning and malicious. It is gossip.

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From the April 19, 1990 issue The story: A 60-year-old Oak Forest man working as an assistant manager at Phar-Mor in the Chicago Ridge commons was arrested and charged with retail theft for stealing miniature liquor bottles from his place of employment. The quote: “I have an outrageous goal. I want to go to Harvard.’’ – Christie Nawrot, the Hugh O’Brien Leadership Award winner at Stagg. Fun fact: Oak Lawn police arrested a Chicago man with disorderly conduct for allegedly yelling at four girls and pretending his hands were a gun. His name was Christopher A. Cornstalk.

Praying for rain 10 years ago

From the April 14, 2005 issue The story: A decomposed body found in a black plastic sheet in Lemont Township was identified as Hickory Hills’ Martha McLees, who was missing for almost two years. The quote: “We were kept in the dark for 30 days is my best guess. The temperature was possibly 120 degrees. I tapped on the wall to a comrade of mine that we should pray for rain. Sure enough, thunder came 30 minutes later and after 40 minutes came the rain. It was a miracle. It’s a miracle I’m standing here today.’’ – Air Force Major John Borland, speaking to Shepard students about being a prisoner of war in Vietnam. Fun fact: Richards’ comedy troop – the Laughing Aardvarks – was scheduled to perform at the Chicago Improv Festival.

April 16: ON THIS DATE in 1935, the first radio broadcast of “Fibber McGee and Molly” was made. In 1946, the United States first launched a captured German V-2 rocket at White Sands Missile Proving Ground in New Mexico. April 17: ON THIS DATE in 1521, Martin Luther was excommunicated from the Roman Catholic Church. In 1961, about 1,500 CIAtrained Cuban exiles launched the failed Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba. April 18: ON THIS DATE in 1775, Paul Revere began his famous ride, warning colonists that British troops were coming. April 19: ON THIS DATE in 1775, the American Revolutionary War began with the “shot heard ‘round the world” at Lexington, Mass. In 1995, a truck bomb devastated the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, killing 168 people, including one rescuer. April 20: ON THIS DATE in 1902, scientists Marie and Pierre Curie isolated the radioactive element radium. In 1971, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the use of busing to achieve racial desegregation in public schools. April 21: ON THIS DATE in 753 B.C., according to tradition, the city of Rome was founded. April 22: ON THIS DATE in 1509, Henry VIII was crowned king of England. In 1970, the first Earth Day was held to focus on the need for conservation of natural resources. Answer to last week’s question: This week in 1861, Robert E. Lee resigned his commission in the Union Army, shifting his loyalty to the Confederates. This week’s question: In 1956, an Elvis Presley record went to No. 1 on the pop-music charts for the first time. What song was it? (Mark Andrews can be reached via e-mail at mlandrews@embarqmail.com.)

Thursday, April 16, 2015 The Reporter

ELECTION AFTERMATH

Pratl to ‘sit tight’ with next move By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor He is not screaming “I demand a recount!” But he is not conceding anything, either. One week after the elections, Don Pratl is in a wait-and-see mode regarding any possible course of action he may take to try to earn a seat on the Chicago Ridge village board. After the April 7 election, the official results had Pratl trailing incumbent Jack Lind 654651 for the third and final seat according to unofficial totals provided by the Cook County Clerk’s office the next morning. It was the closest margin of any of the races in the Reporter coverage area. But the numbers have been adjusted due to absentee and provisional balloting and as of Tuesday afternoon, Lind had 692 votes to Pratl’s 681.

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Pratl “There have been a lot of changes since the election,” Pratl said. “When I see the final totals, that will dictate my next move. I just have to sit tight and see what happens. If it’s close, I will seek legal counsel to see if there is an opportunity to go forward.” Frances Coglianese is still the leader with 751 votes as

of Tuesday afternoon while William McFarland was at 699. “I wish the leading vote getters well, they deserved it,” Photo by Dermot Connolly Pratl said. “And no matter what happens, I appreciate all of the Gov. Bruce Rauner sits behind the wheel of a forklift while Roy Phillips, middle and C.J. Phillips, support I’ve gotten before and right, give thumbs up during Rauner’s “Turnaround Tour’’ at North American Warehouse Co. in Bedford Park. after the election.’’ Incumbent Daniel Badon was fifth at 594 on Tuesday and Dave Conrad sat at 507.

Bruce tries to bond in Bedford Rauner makes promises to the working men during Turnaround Tour

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Rita visits the McElroy show Ed McElroy (left), host of “The Ed McElroy Show”, recently interviewed Illinois State Representative Robert Rita, 28th District. The show will air at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21st and again on Tuesday, April 28th on Comcast Channel 19.

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Hills council. And next year at this time, it will be up to triple digits -- 106 years as city bosses. So, it was business as usual at Thursday’s council meeting as it will be for a few more years. In the political arena local politics is often a dog-eat-dog world, but the City of Hickory Hills is a shining example of what a healthy political entity looks like. A chunk of the council members have worked together for more than a decade. Mayor Mike Howley became an alderman in 1997 and was elected to the top spot twelve years ago. Alderman Scott Zimmerman is 16 years deep. Aldeman Joe Stachnik has 14 years under his belt and aldermen, Tom McAvoy, John Szeszycki and Mike McHugh have each served in their position twelve years. Aldrman Brian Waight, wh has just three years of service, said: “We all like each other and our goal is always what is best for the village.” Zimmerman, who was born and raised in Hickory Hills, said, “There are no hidden agendas. We all get along. We may disagree on some things, but there are never

any hard feelings.” “We have been together a long time and we get along with each other,” McAvoy said. There are no factions, no political groups, we just work together,” he said. In the April 7 election Szeszycki, a veteran alderman in Ward 2, won 57 percent of the vote, defeating challenger Joe Mancuso. In Ward 4, Zimmerman, defeated challenger Colleen H. Kelly, winning 62 percent of the vote. In other news: • Alderman Deb Ferrero announced the annual Street Fair is scheduled for June 28 at 93rd Street and Roberts Road. The event will kick off on June 27 with a concert, from 7 to 10 p.m. Nearly 100 food and craft vendors will be on hand for the family-oriented event. Ferrero said there will be a beer garden tent with entertainment throughout the day as well as Bingo from Noon to 7 p.m. on June 28. “The Street Fair has been a major attraction in Hickory Hills for nearly 40 years,” Ferrero said. • Two new businesses are scheduled to open in the city. Northwestern Mortgage Company is opening at 9604 So.

Roberts Road. The owner is Renata Citrobak-Pyrek. A new Sprint store is opening at 8075 W. 95th Street. • The council approved a contract with Utility Dynamics Corp., in the amount $133,166 for a street lighting project on 93rd Street, from 85th Court to 80th Court. • City engineer Mike Spolar said that a bid package is being prepared for a storm sewer project at 83rd Court and 89th street. Bids will go out in late May, with construction projected to start in July. The project is estimated to take six to eight weeks to complete.

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Gov. Bruce Rauner’s “Turnaround Tour” seems to be geared toward him fixing a state that’s been broken before he took office. He is warning to anyone within earshot about the dire state the state is in thanks to the people running the show before he was sworn in four months ago. The statewide tour included an April 8 stop in Bedford Park to promote legislative package that he says will spur economic growth by freezing property taxes and reforming pensions and workers comp regulations, among other potential solutions. That means more jobs and more money for the working man. Rauner also said there is a need for more local control, noting that his proposed legislation would also allow issues such as property tax hikes and whether or not union membership is required of employees to be decided by local referendum. Palos Hills Mayor Gerald Bennett, president of the Southwest Conference of Mayors, said last week that Rauner had discussed the issue with the SCM executive board but the group does not plan to take a formal position on the whole package, in part because it is so wide-ranging. “Illinois is a great place, to live and work, but we’ve had some failure in state government” said the governor while visiting the North American Warehousing Co. facility at 5350 W. 70th Place. Bedford Park Bedford Park Mayor Dave Brady, the treasurer of the SCM board, was also on hand for the speech. NAWC President Roy Phillips told Rauner that the company, which has another facility at 6800 W. 68th St., employs about 47 nonunion employees. “Companies like this want to expand, but they are hampered by business costs that are much higher than surrounding states,” said Rauner. He explained that his proposed legislation is divided into four groupings: pension reform; economic growth; governmental reform; and conflict of interest and ethics reform. With Phillips and his son CJ Phillips, the operations manager, beside him and nodding in agreement, Rauner said that Illinois’ workers compensation costs are among the highest in the country, and must be brought down to compete with surrounding states. “My No. 1 priority is to make sure job creation is going to improve, and you can get the bigger bonuses you deserve,” said Rauner to the workers gathered nearby. In addition to workers compensation, Rauner is also calling for reforms to “rein in frivolous lawsuits,” and “commonsense changes” to the unemployment insurance program. If the legislation affecting businesses is adopted, Rauner is calling for a gradual increase of the minimum wage from $8.25 this year to $10 an hour in 2022. That rate

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Letters to the Editor Streit thanks residents

Dear Editor: I want to thank all residents of Oak Lawn’s 3rd District who supported my candidacy. I also want to acknowledge that this win is less about me, personally, and more about the issues that really matter to Oak Lawn families. This election was really about making Oak Lawn more open and transparent, about creating a village government that never forgets whose money it’s spending, and about a village government that should never compromise the safety of residents for the sake of political ideology. As I said many times during this campaign, Oak Lawn is a great community. I know because I’ve lived here my entire life. My wife and I are raising our children here. As great a place as Oak Lawn is, it has gotten off track through failed leadership and a board that blindly follows what they’re told to do. Voters expressed their desire to change that. To get our village back on track. My agenda for the next four years will be focused on doing all I can to make that happen. I intend to continue fighting for greater openness and transparency, more fiscal accountability and responsibility, and for a community where every resident feels safe in their neighborhood and their home. Again, I want to thank all those who joined the campaign to make Oak Lawn better. But the real work to make our community better is ongoing. So please, stay involved.

If I can be of any assistance to you, I maintain the 3rd District Constituent Service Office to serve the residents of Oak Lawn. Please call the office at 708-422-3600 or send me an email at robertjstreit@aol.com. Sincerely, Robert J. Streit 3rd District Trustee Village of Oak Lawn

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Dear Editor: The “230 United” team of Rick Nogal, Pat O’Sullivan, and Denis Ryan extends its thanks and appreciation to the High School District 230 community for the support and encouragement shown to us throughout the campaign and on election day. We are proud to have run a positive campaign emphasizing the financial integrity, academic performance, and outstanding students that exemplify District 230. We are especially appreciative of the numerous volunteers, local officials, and community leaders who helped us disseminate our record of accomplishments and vision for the future of District 230. We are honored and humbled by the confidence that the voters have extended to us. We promise to continue to be public servants who will act with honesty and integrity in the best interests of our 8,000 students, 155,000 residents, and our community as a whole. Rick Nogal, Pat O’Sullivan and Denis Ryan

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Chicago mayoral election was never close The nice thing about living in the suburbs, is that we’re laid back and we are armchair quarterbacks. We don’t want to live in Chicago, but we love to talk about it. And explain what’s wrong with it, too. We love to talk about Chicago elections because for the most part, suburban elections are so boring. That’s why voter turnout last week in Chicago was about 40 percent, while the turn in the suburbs hovered around 11 percent in many races. So, if you don’t care about suburban races, why should I waste my time writing about them? Last week, Mayor Rahm Emanuel easily won re-election, even though for most of the past eight months, everyone was saying he was in trouble and that Cook County Commissioner Jesus Chuy Garcia was a potential threat to unseat him. But in the end, Mayor Emanuel won a landslide victory over Garcia, and it’s worth looking at why. Emanuel received 55 percent of the vote and Garcia

The Grapevine By Ray Hanania got 45 percent. Where I come from (40 years of covering Chicago elections) that’s an enormous landslide in a hotly contested race Emanuel had more money. Garcia raised a whopping $5 million, in a large part because he had some heavyweights on his side, like the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and the Service Employees International Union. But Emanuel raised $30 million and he didn’t spend it all. The campaign ads went back and forth bashing each other and like Emanuel, Garcia never really said what he would do any different. But while an incumbent can blah, blah, blah his (or her) way through an election, a challenger can’t. They need to say specifically what they would do differently to justify why voters should oust an incumbent.

The only real message that came out of the election is that Emanuel was “humbled,” and he promised to “change.” Yeah, right. Like any mayor of a major American city will change anything. The real problem is that Chuy was just not that popular. He claimed to have the mantle of the old Harold Washington coalition, but the fact is many if not most African Americans voted for Emanuel. Why? Because Chuy was more about perception and less about substance. The two worst problems are interrelated. Schools and crime. Chicago’s schools are sending more students to street gang careers than college, and so far no one has come up with a real idea on how to change it. I’ve suggested the only solution, forcing homeowners and residents to roll up their sleeves and become more involved in their neighborhoods, but neither Emanuel nor Garcia thought that was worth exploring.

It works in many suburbs where gang crimes have dropped significantly. Chuy is hero among his supporters, but that won’t win many elections. I doubt seriously if he can run and win the office of Cook County Board President, if President Toni Preckwinkle decides not to run for re-election. He certainly can’t beat her. But the interesting casualty of this election may be Garcia’s “close pal,” Congressman Luis Gutierrez. Congressman Gutierrez’s district is 18 percent Puerto Rican, and more than 70 percent Mexican American. The fact that Gutierrez wouldn’t support his Mexican American ally might prompt Mexican American voters to abandon Gutierrez. Now that would be an election worth seeing. Ray Hanania is a former Chicago City Hall reporter and President/CEO of Urban Strategies Group media consulting. Reach him at rghanania@ gmail.com.

A look at Lincoln – but don’t call him Abe In years past, I have written about the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s death. Wednesday was the 150th anniversary of that sad occasion. Sunday was the 70th anniversary of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s death. In May, I am doing a display at the Green Hills Library in Palos Hills to honor these two fine presidents. Let’s start with Lincoln. The first thing to tell you is that Mr. Lincoln did not like to be called Abe, so I won’t do that again. Most people who knew him in Illinois just called him Lincoln or Mr. Lincoln. His wife always called him Mr. Lincoln. While at the White House his secretaries called him the “Tycoon.” Most of us know about Lincoln’s early years in Kentucky and Indiana. He and his family moved to Illinois just as he reached his majority age of 21. His education was limited to a total of one year spread out over a few years. By the age of 28, he had already been elected to his second term in the Illinois State legislature. The year of 1837 would also see him be licensed to practice law in Illinois. By this time he had lived one half of his life. Fast forward to 1860, and we find Mr. Lincoln traveling to New York in February to give a speech at the Cooper Union. Many historians have said this was the most important speech of his life so far. And I would agree. By

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November of 1860, he would be elected our 16th president and reelected in November 1864. After his second inauguration, he took a trip to visit General Grant at his headquarters in City Point, Virginia. He needed a break and his oldest son, Robert, was a member of Grant’s staff so he would be able to see him. The president was there to witness the evacuation of Petersburg and then he visited Richmond a few days after President Davis and his cabinet had skedaddled from the capital. Lincoln returned to Washington a few days later where on April 12, he gave a speech from a window of the White House to a crowd of well-wishers. John Wilkes Booth was there and he vowed it would be Lincoln’s last speech. And it was. On April 14, a cabinet meeting was held with General Grant in attendance. All present were awaiting word on Sherman’s status. The president had extended an invitation to Grant and his

wife to attend the theater with the Lincolns. General Grant declined the invitation, as did all others. The only people to go with the Lincolns were Clara Harris, daughter of Senator Harris, and her fiancé, Major Henry Rathbone. The theatre was packed and everyone was enjoying the play. At about 10:15 p.m. a shot rang out and the President fell forward in his chair. John Wilkes Booth had carried out his promise to kill the president. The next morning at 7:22 a.m. the president breathed his last. On April 18, an estimated 25,000 people viewed the President in the East Room of the White House and then on April 19, the formal funeral services were held at the White House. One hundred and fifty years ago on April 21, the seven-car “Lincoln Funeral Train” left the depot carrying the caskets of the President and his son Willie home to Springfield, Illinois. It traveled almost the same route in reverse that it had taken four years earlier on the trip to Washington. Following are just a few remarks to compare and contrast Lincoln and Roosevelt. Their early years have little to compare – they both were home schooled, (in Lincoln’s case – self- taught) they both loved to read, they both preferred learning to physical labor. Although, Lincoln did

far more physical labor than Roosevelt. They were both tall; Lincoln at 6-foot-4 (our tallest president) and Roosevelt was 6-2. Lincoln was born in a log cabin in the wilderness of Kentucky, while Roosevelt was born into the lap of luxury. They both worked hard to overcome hardships in life that would have stopped most men in their tracks. Next week: A look at Roosevelt Don C. White is a historian from Palos Hills who has written a book on the Civil War.

You can talk a good game, but reacting on election night shows if you have ‘good game’ After every youth baseball game, the coaches shout a final instruction to their teams: “Line up.” Every player knows what to do. They stand along the two baselines and go through the handshake line repeating the words “good game, good game” as they slap the hands of their opponents. You might argue that the players are simply going through the motions, but I like to think they’re learning something about good sportsmanship and how win with class and lose with grace. It’s not a difficult task for the winning team, of course. But congratulating the guy who just beat you is tough. It is, however, the right thing to do. Just a few weeks ago, a few Kentucky basketball players were heavily criticized on social media for walking off the court after their upset loss to Wisconsin. Chicago Bulls fans will forever remember Detroit Pistons star Isiah Thomas lead several members of his team off the court with seven seconds remaining after losing the 1991 NBA conference finals to the Bulls. Thomas and his Bad Boy teammates walked right past the Bulls bench without a

handshake or a word of congratulations. This after they won the NBA championship the previous two years. Thomas has no class. His teammate, John Salley, took the time to congratulate the Bulls. It probably wasn’t easy, but he got through it. And he became a Bull years later. I got to thinking about good and bad sportsmanship and specific examples in sports the day after last week’s local elections. Some politicians, you see, have trouble with losing graciously or understanding their obligation to the media. I read, for example, that a losing candidate in a Tinley Park aldermanic race texted a reporter, “I don’t care what you write” or something to that effect. My bet is the candidate cared very much what reporters wrote about him and his running mates before the election. But he lost, and is pouting like a child. It’s simple. During a campaign, candidates need the media to help convey their message. If they lose, what’s the point of talking to the press? We’re no longer useful. The thing is, our readers, the people whose votes were

The B-Side by Bob Rakow sought, do want to know what candidates are thinking in both victory and defeat. You owe them that. I covered several municipal races last Tuesday night. I couldn’t be at every election night gathering, so I worked the phones instead. Most candidates I reached out to answered the phone or returned my calls. But not everyone. In Oak Lawn, for example, neither the winner nor the loser of the big race in 3rd District bothered to return repeated calls for comment. Both men—Bob Streit and Scott Hollis—were happy to talk to me the previous week when I was writing the preview story on their race. But on election night, they were in the wind, as they say on the cop dramas. Not returning a reporter’s calls says a lot, I believe, and none of it good. I wanted to ask Streit, who won easily, how he did it despite the big push by his opponents to knock him off the board.

I wanted to ask Hollis what went wrong. He issued several pieces of literature and had elected officials walk the district for him. Despite that, he couldn’t beat Streit, who looked oh so vulnerable four years ago. I guess we’ll never know. The winners in Oak Lawn’s other two trustee races did take my calls, and one of the losers reached out the following day. In Chicago Ridge, I reached two of the three winners and spoke briefly with Don Pratl, who finished in fourth place, just a few votes shy of election to the board. Pratl was guarded in his remarks, saying it was too soon to determine if he won or lost. Perhaps newly elected Chicago Ridge Trustee Frances Coglianese said it best on election night when she told me, “I’m so glad that it’s done and over.” I don’t think she’s alone in her thinking. The elections were dirty at times, and some candidates got in mud. Instead, they should have approached their opponents and said, “Good game.” Bob Rakow is a former Reporter reporter who will write occasional columns for the editorial page.

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Little Company of Mary Hospital named Screening Center of Excellence Little Company of Mary Hospital od Evergreen Park has been named a Screening Center of Excellence by the Lung Cancer Allianc for its ongoing commitment to responsible lung cancer screening. Low dose CT screening for lung cancer carried out safely, efficiently and equitably saves tens of thousands of lives a year. “We are proud and honored to be working with Little Company of Mary Hospital as a Lung Cancer Alliance Screening Center of Excellence. Their commitment to practice responsible lung cancer screening will lead to advancements in research and many lives

saved. They are an example to follow,” says LCA President and CEO, Laurie Fenton Ambrose. Designated Screening Centers of Excellence are committed to provide clear information based on current evidence on who is a candidate for lung cancer screening, and to comply with comprehensive standards based on best practices developed by professional bodies such as the American College of Radiology, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network and the International Early Lung Cancer Action Program for controlling screening quality, radiation dose and diagnostic procedures within

an experienced, multi-disciplinary clinical setting. “Little Company of Mary Hospital is dedicated to providing patients with the highest quality care,” said Dr. M. Bassel Atassi, Oncologist at LCMH. “Low dose CT screening has shown to be the only proven method to detect lung cancer at an early and treatable stage. We are thrilled to be part of this elite group, setting an example for responsible screening practices across the country.” Little Company of Mary Hospital (LCMH) is one of only 10 hospitals in the state of Illinois to be designated as a Lung Cancer

Community Briefs OAK LAWN Oak Lawn Park District to Host Mother’s Day Brunch at Stony Creek Moms can be treated to a relaxing atmosphere and delicious food on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10, at the Oak Lawn Park District’s Stony Creek Restaurant & Banquet Facility, 5850 W. 103rd St. Brunch begins at 10 a.m. with doors opening at 9:45 a.m. The fee for adults is $25 and the fees for children ages 5-10 is $12.50, while children 4 and younger eat free. Special raffles will be held and all moms will receive a special treat. A cash bar with mimosa specials is available. Fore more information and reservations, call 857-2433. Oak Lawn Park District to Hold Earth Day Faire Celebration Community residents can celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with the Oak Lawn Park District and Village of Oak Lawn Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Earth Day Faire, sponsored by ComEd. The celebration will be held at the Wolfe Wildlife Refuge, 109th Street and Lawler Avenue, Oak Lawn. There will be a variety of family-fun activities including Jim Nesci’s Cold Blooded Creatures, Big

Run Wolfe Ranch, tree climbing, kids crafts, education on green living, gardening and composting, a milkweed and heirloom tomato plant sale, and more. Admission is free, and the event will feature raffles and giveaways. New this year is a scavenger hunt on the playground at 10 a.m. Participants must register at the check-in table to participate and have a chance to win a prize. Earth Day is a day that is intended to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment. For more information, call Dolly Foster at 857-2201. ORLAND PARK Orland Township Recruiting Employers for Annual May Job Fair Orland Township is seeking employers to participate in its next annual spring job fair taking place on Thursday, May 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Orland Township activity center, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park. Employers can participate in the morning session from 10 a.m. to noon, the afternoon session from noon to 2 p.m., or both, and will be given a table and up to three chairs for set-up. There are no registration fees. Lunch will be provided.

Many employers have filled available positions with applicants they met at past Orland Township job fairs, making the event a successful opportunity for both employers and job seekers. For more information or to register, please call Lea Sullivan at 403-4222. PALOS HILLS Sertoma Speech and Hearing Centers Introduces New Program: Exchange Dr. Michelle Morrison, executive director of Sertoma Speech and Hearing Centers unveiled a new program for donors called Exchange. She explained that that Exchange is a new program for patients who need financial assistance to get the clinical care they need. She added that all, 100 percent of Exchange income support the patients. Morrison described the program as an auction of high quality goods by email and that the organization is hoping for one Exchange auction a month offered through our community email-newsletter and website.The business donor for the first Exchange auction this April is Dr. Hauschka’s Skin Care, pioneers of all-natural formulations since 1967. The winner will be notified Friday, May 1 by email. For more information, visit sertomacenter.org/exchange.

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Screening Center of Excellence by the Lung Cancer Alliance. The screening consists of a low dose CT scan of the lungs to detect lung nodules. The purpose of this program is to screen people who are at high risk for lung cancer so that it can be identified in an early stage when effective treatment and cure are possible. To find out if you are a candidate and to register for this screening, or for more information, please call Little Company of Mary Hospital’s Health Education Center at 708-423-5774. No doctor’s order is required. —Little Company of Mary Hospital

Death Notices Sandra Kay Cooper Sandra Kay Cooper (nee Boron), 73, an Oak Lawn resident, died April 8 at Northwestern Hospital. Services were held April 11 at Kosary Funeral Home in Evergreen Park. Interment was private. Survivors include her sons, Timothy (Julia) and Michael Cooper; granddaughters Kaylee and Sara; sister, Barbara Schoemehl; and nieces and nephews. Mrs. Cooper, a homemaker formerly of Apple Canyon Lake, Ill., was a member of Evergreen Park American Legion Post 854 Ladies Auxiliary.

Focus on Seniors Orland Township to Host Senior Health Fair as Part of Older Americans Month Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., is hosting a free senior mini health fair on Thursday, May 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. The fair will include a day of valuable free health screenings and information provided by local senior service-related agencies, as well as refreshments, raffles and giveaways. Services available at the fair include the following: free Total Lipid Profile testing, basic cholesterol and blood pressure screenings by Orland Township, free balance and glucose screenings by VCP Home Health Care, Inc, and hearing screenings by Zounds Hearing Aids. Shingles vaccinations from Orland Township will also be available on this day for a discounted price of $150 per shot. Discounted pneumonia shots for either $70 or $170 will also be available: Pneumovax 23 ($70) and Prevnar 13 ($170). An appointment must be made by April 30 for a hearing screening or a shingles or pneumonia vaccination. For more informationon the senior mini health fair or to make an appointment for a hearing screening or shingles or pneumonia vaccine, call 4034222. More information can also be found at www.orlandtownship.org. The senior mini health fair will also feature the following vendors: Advocate Christ Medical Center, Arthritis Foundation, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Flexeon Rehabilitation, Kathy O’Brien “Joyologist, Laughologist”, “Cooking for One” with Chef Cindy from Victorian Village, EMB Medical Supply, ASEA Nutritional Supplements and Lifeguard Advanced Antioxidant Therapy, Orland Fire Protection District, Heger Travel Bureau, Amber-

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First Midwest Bank Half Marathon co-directors Mel Diab (left) and Jeff Prestinario show the event’s newest poster, which should be appearing in local shop windows soon.

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Organizers of the 2015 First Midwest Bank Half Marathon offered a sunny forecast last Thursday at a planning meeting held at the Palos Heights Recreation Center. Registration numbers are climbing daily and appear to be on pace to exceed last year’s totals, when more than 1,000 runners competed in the 13.1-mile race and more than 200 participated in the event’s 10K race. As many as 1,600 runners are expected to participate this year, organizers said. The big race starts at 7:30 a.m.,

with the 10K and Walk, Run or Roll starting minutes after that. “Everything is looking quite good at this point,” Prestinario said. “We’re a well-oiled machine. We don’t have any blemishes, and we don’t want any blemishes. We are all about safety, safety, safety and ensuring everyone has a good time.” Volunteers are still needed to help staff the race. Currently, 41 are signed up, but 200 are needed to perform a range of tasks, such as staffing water stations, refreshment booths, gear check tables and more. Opportunities start as early as 5:30 a.m. on race day and run until 1 p.m. Those interested in volunteering are encouraged to visit firstmidwesthalfmarathon.com for details or stop by the Rec Center, 6601 W. 127th St., Palos Heights, for a volunteer application. Forms are due by Wednesday. “Without great volunteers, we could not have a successful race,” Diab said. “They are very important, just as our sponsors and other partners are.”

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Notice is Hereby Given that on 5-23-15, a sale will be held at Loyola Service, 2055 Johns Dr., Glenview, IL 60025, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. Andrew William Hyde & Kierra Holley 2003 Chevrolet VIN# 1GCHK23183F103584 Lien Amount: $11,806.39

Notice is Hereby Given that on 5-23-15, a sale will be held at Car Craft Body Shop, 1012 Industry Ln., New Lenox, IL 60451, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. Mark Tomazic 2011 Dodge VIN# 2B3CJ4DG4BH596660 Lien Amount: $2,840.00

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visit swsra.com online to learn more about the race, including registration information for athletes with disabilities (as young as age 8), as well as those who may be interested in volunteering. SWSRA will benefit from a portion of the funds raised by the half marathon.

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Public Meeting On May 20, 2015 at 10 A.M. a meeting conducted by Worth School District 127 will take place at the Dr. Rosemary Lucas Administrative Center, 11218 S. Ridgeland Ave., Worth, Illinois. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the district’s plans for providing special education services to students with disabilities who attend private schools and home schools within the district for the 2015/2016 school year. If you are the parent of a home-schooled student who has been or may be identified with a disability and you reside within the boundaries of Worth School District 127 you are urged to attend. If you have further questions pertaining to this meeting, please contact Sinead Chambers at (708) 671-3911.

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Notice is Hereby Given that on 5-23-15, a sale will be held at Dixie Warehouse & Storage, Inc., 25621 S. Dixie Hwy, Unit 14, Crete, IL 60417, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. Gerald R. Johannes 1951 Plymouth VIN# 13144210 Lien Amount: $7,200.00

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is Hereby Given that on 5-23-15, a sale will be held at McKenna Automotive Services, 7401 St. Louis Ave., Skokie, IL 60076, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. James Amatore & Chicago Snow Plowing % Jim Amatore 1999 Ford VIN#1FTNF21L9XEA95616 Lien Amount: $5,526.27

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GOVERNOR’S STATE National Touring Production Brings the Boogie to Governors State University GSU’s Center for Performing Arts, 1 University Parkway, University Park, celebrates the greatest generation with the swinging sounds of the 1940s in the national touring production id In the Mood, at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 26. Tickets range from $25-40. Adults 65 and older pay only $20. Tickets can be purchased several ways, including online at CenterTickets.net, by calling 235-2222, in person at the box office on campus where the box office hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Much more than a concert, this retro musical features singers, dancers and the sensational String of Pearls Orchestra. By recreating the best popular music and songs of the late 1930s and the 1940s, In the Mood aspires to promote the memory of this most significant time in American history. Popular songs include, In the Mood, Jeepers Creepers, Taking a Chance on Love, Ain’t We Got Fun, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Moonlight Serenade, It Don’t Mean a Thing, Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, When the Lights Go On Again, and many more. The program is subject to change. In the Mood is a production of Bud Forrest Entertainment, Inc.

will be held Monday, July 13, through Thursday, July 16, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Bill Finn, Moraine Valley Athletics director and former men’s basketball coach, is heading this camp. The camp is intended to develop and improve fundamental basketball skills for youths of all abilities through group and individual drills, instruction and team play. The Moraine Valley Summer Volleyball Camp for boys and girls entering fifth through ninth grades will take place Monday, July 13, through Thursday, July 16, from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Mark Johnston, Moraine Valley women’s volleyball head oach is leading this camp. Participants will improve and develop fundamental volleyball skills through group work and individual attention.

The Tennis Camp is for girls and boys entering fifth through 12th grades from Monday, July 6, through Thursday, July 9. The session for youths entering fifth through eighth grades is from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and for youths entering ninth through 12th grades from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nicole Selvaggio, Moraine Valley women’s tennis coach, is instructing this camp. It is designed to develop and improve the fundamental skills involved in the successful execution of the lifetime sport of tennis. The cost for each camp is $70. The tennis camp will be held MORAINE VALLEY on the outdoor courts while the Youth Basketball, Tennis, basketball and volleyball camps Volleyball Summer Camps will be held in the Health, FitComing to Moraine Valley ness & Recreation Center gymBoys and girls looking to im- nasium, both on campus, 9000 prove their basketball, tennis W. College Pkwy., Palos Hills. or volleyball skills are invited Participants can only register to register for Moraine Valley through Moraine Valley’s AthCommunity College’s summer letics Department. For more sports camps. information call the Athletics The 2015 Summer Basketball Department at 974-5727, or visit Camp for boys and girls enter- www.morainevalley.edu/Athleting third through eighth grades ics/summer_camp.htm.

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‘The governor wanted a selfie with all of us’ Editor’s note: The following is an essay written by Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School eighthgrade student Grace WittbrodtBetz about a trip her she took with a group to Springfield, which included a selfie with Gov. Bruce Rauner. Recently I took a trip to Springfield with select individuals from the ages of 14-19 who live throughout the state of Illinois. These individuals, including myself are all a part of a nationwide program called 4-H, a youth organization administered by the University of Illinois Extension, with the mission of “engaging youth to reach their fullest potential, while advancing the field of youth development”. In other words, 4-H is a youth run organization where youth from the ages of 14-19 are in a club that encourages them to become leaders, public speakers, mentors, and responsible people. I had to apply to get on a team called Speaking for Illinois 4-H. This team travels around the state speaking to legislators, county boards, and state officials

about the program. When you get to the capitol you have to go through security, which is basically the same as airport security. We met up with the group and were assigned our partners for the day. My partner and I had to chase down 13 different legislators. We had to take underground tunnels from the capitol building to the Stratton building. The Stratton building was where the House of Representatives and the Senators were. All day, we had to travel between those two buildings and try to make our appointments. When I was on my way to go up and meet with Senator Bill Cunningham, the elevator opened and a security guard came out. Before I knew it someone was shaking my hand. I looked up and was shaking hands with Bruce Rauner! He was very polite. The next day I got another partner and we had to go visit eight more legislators, plus meet the governor and the lieutenant governor all in one day. At 10

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Grace Wittbrodt-Betz takes a selfie with Gov. Bruce Rauner. a.m. we met with the governor, everyone took a selfie with him, and the funny part was that he suggested that he wanted a selfie with all of us.

Between my two days at the capitol I walked approximately five miles total, around the buildings and back and forth between them.

CLampus eaders NATIONAL PANHELLENIC CONFERENCE FOUNDATION Kathleen Przybylski of Hickory Hills, was one of four collegiate women who will split $5,000 in scholarship money. Przbylski is a member of a NPC organization. National Panhellenic Conference Foundation is an organization supporting training and education for sorority women, The 2015 recipients also include Bentley Snider of Hendersonville, Tenn., Claire Hutar of Los Angeles and Ana Bravo of Woodstock, Ga. The NPC Foundation reviewed more than 65 young women for this year’s scholarships and selected the following four students: Both Przybylski and Snider are recipients of The Elizabeth Ahlemeyer Quick/Gamma Phi Beta Scholarship. Przybylski and Snider will receive scholarship funds. The women were nominated by their College Panhellenic, a collective group of all the sororities on campus that are members of NPC, because they each displayed outstanding service to their local College Panhellenic. The academic requirements include a minimum of a 3.0 grade point average, and plans to enroll as a full-time junior or senior for the forthcoming academic year. Przybylski attends St. Louis-based Washington University as a sophomore and is studying English, creative writing and secondary education. She’s an active member of Alpha Phi.

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Twenty students from Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School enjoy the sites during their trip to Washington DC.

Oak Lawn-Hometown students spend spring break learning in Washington The beginning of April often marks the time when many students are returning from their spring breaks well rested and eager to learn. However, this spring break the learning never stopped for a group of twenty seventh and eighth grade students at Oak Lawn - Hometown Middle School. This year marked the school’s first trip to our nation’s capital in Washington D.C. At the start of their spring break, this group of students traveled by plane to visit many of our nation’s historic sites and museums.    The trip was organized by former

social studies teacher and current instructional technology coach, Brian Jurinek and building principal Nicole Leggett-Gallus The students flew March 28 and upon arriving in Washington D.C. their adventure and learning in the capital began. The students first stopped at the White House for a tour, thanks to the help of Congressman Dan Lipinski. During their first day in Washington D.C. they also visited the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and the Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial.

The itinerary for the remainder of the trip was filled with stops at museums such as the Newseum and the Smithsonian American History Museum, as well as stops at Mt. Vernon, Arlington National Cemetery, and the National Cathedral. “It was great traveling to Washington D.C. with my friends,” eighth-grader Nicholas Roiger said. “I really enjoyed learning about the history of Arlington National Cemetery and witnessing the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.”    —Submitted by Brian Jurinek

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From left, Clover Malone, Stephanie Fetzer, Sparty, Kaeley Clark, Isabella Welsh, and Carl Seibel take part in the book awards at Oak Lawn Community High School.

OL Media Center announces book winners The announcement of the Illinois School Library Media Association’s 2015 book award winners was broadcast live from the Oak Lawn Community High School Media Center on March 20. This event revealed the winners of the Monarch (grades K-3), Bluestem (grades 3-5), and Abe Lincoln (grades 9-12) book awards.

Drew Daywit’s “The Day the Crayons Quit,” illustrated by Oliver Jeffers won the Monarch Award, Katherine Applegate’s “The One and Only Ivan won the Bluestem Award, and Rainbow Rowell’s “Eleanor and Park” won the Abe Lincoln Award. Numerous Spartans participated in the event as sopho-

more Stephanie Fetzer read the winning names, sophomore Clover Malone gave a dramatic drum roll, and Sparty the mascot danced as envelopes were opened. Even President Abe Lincoln, played by junior Carl Seibel, made an appearance. —Oak Lawn Community High School

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Moraine Valley students experience plight of refugees in simulation It’s not often in the U.S. that people have to flee their homes en masse because of an attack or unthinkable situation. But some Moraine Valley Community College students got a taste during The Refugee Experience held on the main campus in Palos Hills recently. A collaboration among the COM102 classes of Mike McGuire, associate professor of communication/literature, Kevin Navratil, Global and Diversity Education coordinator and assistant professor of political science, and some key students made this simulation event a reality. According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), there are 15.4 million refugees worldwide. These people are forced to flee their homes and can’t return or else be persecuted or killed based on their religion, race, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular group. In this refugee simulation, created by the UNHCR, participants role-played scenarios faced by refugees. They included blindfolding participants as they attempted to flee their group or “family” and find one another while other students played the sound of gunfire and explosions and popped balloons and blew whistles around them to simulate

the chaos when refugee camps are under attack. Students also were given different situations that real refugees face such as finding shelter, crossing the border and trying to integrate in a new country with a foreign language. “It was received fairly well,”McGuire said. “Some participants in the room didn’t know what a refugee was, and based on their responses to questions postevent, none had an appreciation for the scale of the problem. I think it was successful in furthering our dialogue on the refugee crisis, and I think it helped participants better understand and empathize (even if just a little) with the plight of the 15.4 million refugees in our world. “I think it’s essential that we continue to educate our campus community about global issues and help people see the magnitude of such matters in our world and how they can be part of the solution. We need informed empathy.” For this event, McGuire’s class also partnered with Exodus World Service, a not-for-profit that welcomes refugee families to the U.S. when they arrive in Chicago. His class collected needed items as part of a welcome pack for these families when they settle in an apartment. —Moraine Valley Community College

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Moraine Valley Community College students were blindfolded during the Refugee Simulation event on campus.

The Kid’s Doctor By Sue Hubbard, M.D. www.kidsdr.com

Remember that fever is your child’s friend Every year, during the fall and winter “sick season,” I see 20-30 patients a day with a fever, and every parent anguishes over why this has happened. Fever is one of the most common symptoms of illness among children. Younger children run fevers quite frequently when they’re sick. As I’ve discussed before, this may occur eight times during the cold months of the year. This should not be cause for panic. “Fever is our friend” has been one of my mantras for years. It’s comforting for parents to understand that fever is a symptom that the body is fighting an infection. The problem is usually a viral infection that only lasts a few days, then, lo and behold, the fever is gone. The biggest myth is that fever, in and of itself, causes brain damage. Remember, though, that fever is only a symptom. The height of a fever does not correlate with severity of illness. A higher fever doesn’t necessarily mean someone is getting sicker. Your child may feel awful with a fever of 101 or 104 degrees, but typically, once given either acetaminophen or ibuprofen, the temperature comes down a little and the youngster feels better for a while. Once the anti-pyretic (feverreducing) medications wear off, the

fever often returns. Children typically have more fever at night, and those hours of fitful sleep and hot little bodies can seem very long. I do wonder, though, why kids who’ve had little sleep due to fever, coughs, etc., get up in the morning and don’t long for a nap like their parents? The other thing you need to keep in mind is that the higher the fever, the faster your child’s heart will beat and the higher respiratory rate the child will have. It’s easy to climb into bed with your “hot” 3-year-old, feel their heart pounding away and know they have a high fever, even before the thermometer is out. A fever is the body’s natural way of expending heat. Once the fever comes down, you’ll notice that a child breathes less rapidly and the child’s heart rate comes down. Remember to offer plenty of fluids to a child with a fever, as they need extra fluid. They can eat, too, but if they’re not interested, a Popsicle or flavored gelatin may be a good alternative. (Dr. Sue Hubbard is an awardwinning pediatrician, medical editor and media host. “The Kid’s Doctor” TV feature can be seen on more than 90 stations across the U.S. Submit questions at http://www.kidsdr.com. The Kid’s Doctor e-book, “Tattoos to Texting: Parenting Today’s Teen,” is now available from Amazon and other e-book vendors.)

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Sweet music during Arts Extravaganza The Friends of Community High School District 218 Education Foundation raised thousands of dollars for college scholarships and teacher grants at the sixth annual Arts Extravaganza on Saturday at Richards High School Both a fund raiser and a celebration of student talents in drama, speech, music, visual and the culinary arts, the event this year included food reflecting the ethnic diversity of District 218. Performing groups included jazz bands, show choirs, dance teams, an improvisational theater company, speech teams, and Group Interpretation. The Arts Extravaganza also featured a gallery exhibiting hundreds of art pieces by students from Eisenhower, Richards, and Shepard high schools. In the left photo, Erika Dampier, a member of the Advanced Women’s Ensemble from Richards High School, performs a solo and in the right photo, the award-winning jazz band from Richards High School performs.

Learning leadership Members of Oak Lawn Community High School National Honor Society and Student Council recently attended the annual South Suburban Leadership Conference at Evergreen Park High School. The event’s objective was to connect and empower local student leaders. Keynote speaker Scott Backovich stressed taking risks to achieve progress. Students engaged in numerous icebreakers and networking opportunities with others from area schools. Students were challenged to return to their clubs and create noticeable differences to connect even more of their peers through activities. Fieldtrip chaperones were National Honor Society sponsor Jessica Nickless and Student Council sponsor Jennifer Sidlow.

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Waiting until the last minute Prior to last Wednesday’s board meeting in Worth, a group of Shepard High School students gathered in the hallway outside the council chambers. Student John Martinez, asked “Is there a town hall meeting here tonight? We have a school project to do.” He said that the assignment was to attend a town hall meeting to learn what local government is all about. He said they were all seniors and their project was due last Friday. “We had 114 days to do this, and boy that time really went by fast,” he said. Pictured are, left-to-right, Mary Lippert, Igor Skubera, Kyle Smith, Martinez and Kyle Peterson.

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Thursday, April 16, 2015

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Lipinski pushes for transportation funding

At Union Station in Chicago recently, Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3) joined representatives from the Regional Transportation Authority, the Chicago Transit Authority, Metra, Pace, Amtrak, and other members of the Illinois congressional delegation to push Congress to pass a long-term bill to fund local and national transportation needs, especially public transportation. The event is one of many “Stand Up 4 Transportation” activities taking place across the country today. “Simply put, we cannot continue to kick the can down the road on a highway and transit funding bill,” stated Rep. Dan Lipinski (IL-3). “As the most senior member from Illinois on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, and representing a district that is crisscrossed by every mode of private and public transit, I understand the need to pass a comprehensive long-term bill instead of searching under the federal couch cushions for money every few months to avoid a funding crisis. In the last six years, there have been 11 shortterm extensions. As founding co-chair of the Congressional Public Transit Caucus, I know what a disaster this has been, especially for transit. “We need a fix, not a bandaid.” Recently, Lipinski worked with

Congressman Reid Ribble from Wisconsin to get a bipartisan group of almost 300 members of Congress to come together to call for House Leadership to pass a responsibly paid-for, multi-year highway and transit bill. “Transit in Chicago is about getting people to and from school, work, the doctor, the store, sporting events, church, and countless other daily activities in an affordable, safe, and timely manner,” Lipinski said. “Advancing transit is not just good for the region, it’s good for the whole country. It’s time for everyone to roll up their sleeves and get to work on a robust bill that provides the level of funding we know our area and our nation need.” Nearly $34 billion is needed to replace, rehabilitate, and maintain bus and train service in the Chicagoland region. But federal spending on transportation infrastructure has been stagnant and often unpredictable for the past decade. “The only way to fix our transportation system is by passing a long-term, robust funding bill,” said Lipinski. “This will give certainty to transportation planners, especially transit agencies, so that they can make the investments that are needed to move people safely and efficiently every day.” —Submitted by Dan Lipinski’s office

LEGAL NOTICE

Focus on Seniors

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWMBS, INC., REPERFORMING LOAN CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-R3, Plaintiff, -v.DANIEL R. SIMS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, KIMBERLY LYNN SIMS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 31999 9219 S. CENTRAL PARK AVENUE Evergreen Park, IL 60805 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 20, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 28, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 39 AND 40 IN BLOCK 9 IN B.F. JACOB’S RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1 TO 16 AND 21 TO 28 IN B.F. JACOBS EVERGREEN PARK SUBDIVISION. OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9219 S. CENTRAL PARK AVENUE, Evergreen Park, IL 60805 Property Index No. 24-02-408-009-0000 AND 24-02-408-010-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $215,864.14. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Sales Department, THE WIRBICKI LAW GROUP, 33 WEST MONROE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 360-9455 Please refer to file number W14-0174. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. THE WIRBICKI LAW GROUP 33 WEST MONROE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 360-9455 Attorney File No. W14-0174 Attorney Code. 42463 Case Number: 12 CH 31999 TJSC#: 35-4730 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.

(Continued from page 7) land Creations Jewelry, Premier Designs Diamond Designer, Gigi from IN.PURSEinators Traveling Boutique, Cook County Sheriff’s Office Program Administrator, Autumn Leaves of Orland Park, Synergy Home Health Care, Home Instead Senior Care, Platinum Home Health Care, O’Connor Law Offices, Leonard Vitacca from McCord Gallery & Cultural Center, The Scarlet Roses Red Hat Society of Orland Park, Right at Home, Senior Helpers, Lexington, Costco, Walgreens and many more. Free Exercise Classes at Orland Township in Honor of Older Americans Month In honor of Older Americans Month, a month dedicated to appreciating and celebrating the vitality and aspirations of older adults and their contributions to their communities, Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia is hosting free trial sessions of its popular exercise programs for all seniors 55 and older. Gentle yoga and Light N’ Healthy (light strength training) will be held Thursday, May 7 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Zumba Gold will be held Wednesday, May 6 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Tai Chi will be held on Wednesday, May 13 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. All classes are taught by certified instructors and will be held in the Orland Township Activity Center. Registration is required; to reserve a spot at one or all of these free classes, call 403-4222 by Tuesday, May 5.

Walking on Mother’s Day

Little Company of Mary Hospital will host the 16th Annual Beverly Breast Cancer Walk on Mother’s Day, May 10. The walk starts at 8 a.m. at Ridge Park located on 96th and Longwood in Chicago. Register early to receive a t-shirt with a $30 entry fee. The entry fee for children ages 18 and under is $15. Same-day registration is $10 more for adults and $5 more for children 18 and under and t-shirt availability is not guaranteed. All proceeds benefit Little Company of Mary’s Comprehensive Breast Health Center. Go to BeverlyBreastCancerWalk.org to register.

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a big deal,” Sherry said. “We also got a plaque, jacket and patch for our uniform’s that say, ‘Circle of Honor 25 Years Safe Driving.’ ” A quarter of a century… “I can’t believe that much time has already passed,” Sherry said. This honor is rare enough, but consider this -- from 102,000 UPS drivers worldwide, Sherry’s now rolling with 7,877 honorees who’ve hauled packages a quartercentury, accident free. And only 166 of them are women. UPS Public Relations representative Dan McMackin said UPS has over 500 methods for delivering packages. “A typical driver makes 150-200 stops per day. Anyone can learn this job, but it takes a certain caliber of person to do it well,” McMackin said. “Anita and the other inductees are an example of employees willing to serve our customers with excellence. To do that, safety comes first.” UPS noted in a recent press release that of 1,445 drivers inducted into the Circle of Honor this year, 41 are women. “Attracting women for this po-

sition isn’t easy. But, like I said, anyone can learn this job, the rules of the road are the same for everyone,” McMackin said. “Contrary to perception, female drivers don’t lose their femininity. We remain conscious of that by tailoring their uniforms differently.” McMackin said the weight of the packages don’t pose a problem to female drivers either due to the supports in place. He also said the job pays a decent wage. “The average driver makes $60,000-80,000. Most have a college degree but it’s not required.” McMackin said. Sherry shared her perspective saying, “Male or female, it takes a lot to do this job. You have to be willing to be busy all the time. You don’t clock out a 5 p.m. Your day isn’t done until the last package is delivered. I love what I do and I believe in this company.” Not only does Sherry drive for work, she has quite a commute getting there. It’s 37 miles one way from Palos Hills to Northbrook where she picks up her truck. She reduced the implication of any inconvenience stating, “I’ve only been driving to Northbrook 23 of 27 years working here.” Some would argue one reason Sherry is so love-struck for UPS

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CHICAGO RIDGE The Chicago Ridge Park District Freedom Center is located at 6252 W. Birmingham St. For more information, or to register for a class, call 636-4900, or visit chicagoridgeparks.com. Ball Fore is located at 6701 W. 107th St. For more information, call 671-1397.

Library Notes WORTH The Worth Public Library is located at 6917 W. 111th St. For more information, or to register for a program, call 448-2855, visit the library, or visit worthlibrary.com.

April 18: The Worth Public Library District will hold a slide The Worth Senior Pinochle club lecture program on Images of is seeking new members. Membership is free. Visit the group at the Abraham Lincoln at 1 p.m. in Worth Park District Terrace Centre, the Library Meeting Room. This 11500 Beloit Ave., every Monday slide lecture examines a variety of and Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to depictions of our 16th President. 3 p.m. Games begin at noon. Call Images of Lincoln changed during the course of his political career. 448-1181 for information. He continued to be a popular source for artwork and material Meals on Wheels culture after his assassination. The Evergreen Park Office This program examines paintings, of Citizens’ Services offers a photographs, sculptures and maMeals on Wheels program for terial culture relating to Lincoln village residents 60 years and and their historical context. Jeff older who are unable to pre- Mishur of Art Excursions will pare their own meals. Meals present this lecture. This proare delivered Monday through gram commemorates the 150th Friday. For more information, anniversary of Lincoln’s death. call 422-8776. Registration is required.

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Anita Sherry’s accomplished is honored on her truck. may have to do with Fred, her husband of 23 years. He’s also employed by UPS as a driver. Sherry said he will be inducted into the Circle of Honor soon. “Getting inducted isn’t a competition though,” she said. “It’s about the number of years we’ve contributed to being safe on the road.”

Two other packages Sherry delivered over the years are 10year old twins, Jake and Emma. Overall, it’s been a fruitful – and safe – 25 years. “I’m very thankful to UPS,” she said. “They’ve provided me with more than a career. I’ve gained good friends, a solid work ethic, and a wonderful family.”

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This energizing type of yoga builds endurance, strength, and flexibility, all while calming the mind. The class at the Chicago Ridge Park District’s Freedom Center, is set to fun, upbeat music and ends with peaceful relaxation. All levels are welcome. The instructor is Kelly McKimson-Rhodes, a certified ONGOING: Ball Fore Min- yoga teacher trained at a Yoga iature Golf Course and Batting Alliance Registered Yoga School Cages are now open. Residents in Chicago. There are two sesare invited to come on out, enjoy sions being offered on Wednesthe sunny weekends and weekdays from 6 to 7 p.m. The first days with a round on miniature session will go through May 13. golf and some swings in the bat- The second session runs from ting cages. Afterwards, they can May 20 through June 24. The stop by the concession stand and fee is $40 for residents and $50 enjoy one of the many snacks for non-residents. being offered. Ball Fore’s hours are Monday through Friday 4 April through June: Zumba Double Nickel to 8 p.m. and weekends from is a Latin inspired dance fitness The Double Nickel Plus Chorus noon to 8 p.m. program designed to feel like a meets at the Community Center, party. It’s a program that the 3450 W. 97th St. in Evergreen April through June: Vin- fit athlete and the shy, uncoPark, every Wednesday at 9:30 yasa yoga focuses on flowing ordinated beginner can enjoy. a.m. in Room 111. Newcomers are from pose to pose and linking The dance rhythms include: welcome. For more information, the movement with the breath. meringue, salsa, reggaeton and call 422-8776. Palos Hills residents 55 years and older meet from noon to 2 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at the Palos Hills Community Center, 8455 W. 103rd St. Tickets for events must be purchased one week in advance. Entertainment includes musicians, singers, luncheons, movies, plays and bingo.

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much more. There are two sessions being offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The first Tuesday session will be held through May 12. The second Tuesday session runs from May 19 through June 23. The first Thursday session is being offered through May 14th. The second Thursday session will be held from May 21 through June 25. All classes are held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and will be held at the Freedom Activity Center. The fee is $40 for residents and $50 for nonresidents. April through June: Soccer Class will get children active through the game of soccer. Participants will explore soccer through various drills and games. Shin guards are not required. The class is for children 7 to 12 years old. The class will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, April 23 through June 4 at the Freedom Activity Center. The fee is $40 for residents and $50 for

non-residents. April through June: Tiny Tot Soccer introduces children to the basics of playing soccer. Kids will enjoy physical activity through a number of drills and games. Shin guards are not required. This class is for children 3 to 5 years old. The class will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays, April 20 through June 1 at the Freedom Activity Center. The fee is $40 for residents and $50 for non-residents. April 25: The Chicago Ridge Park District is visiting Lincoln Park Zoo. The bus will leave the Freedom Activity Center at 9 a.m. and will return at approximately 4 p.m. The fee is $7 for residents and $12 for non-residents. A leader in animal conservation and care, Lincoln Park Zoo connects people with nature through a free, family oriented wildlife experience, with many animals visitors can enjoy.

Artist Keiko Nemeth to offer insights on her works at the Beverly Arts Center “Camera is a portal to the world; painting is a portal to the movement within,” according to artist Keiko Nemeth who will have a major solo exhibition of her work at the Beverly Arts Center, 2407 West 111th St. Chicago, through Sunday, April 26. The show includes both large-scale canvases, and a photo installation. Nemeth will discuss her work in the Beverly Art Center East Gallery Friday, April 24, 2015 from 6:30-8:30pm. The gallery will be open Monday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. The gallery closes at 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday if there are no evening events. Admission is free. For more information, call the Beverly

Art Center at 773-445-3838, or visit beverlyartcenter.org In her BAC Featured Artist’s Talk: At the Portal: Considering the Mike Shiner Conundrum in the Movie “Birdman,” Nemeth will explore the concept of being alive only in a play and how this reflects our own predicament, with a consideration of our contextual life and the idea of portal. Born in Yokohama, Japan, Nemeth was an exchange student on the north shore of Chicago, attended college both in Japan and the U.S., and then lived for many years in northern California and Florida before settling back in Chicago in 2000. She maintains a studio in the artists’ community of Mana Contemporary in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago.

Nemeth’s primary mode of expression is oil painting on canvas, and she has an extensive body of abstract work organized by “series,” as well as figurative works. Her painting of her Japanese family, “Aunt Kazuko’s Wedding,” received the Top Tier Award of the Exhibeo Magazine in 2014. She is also a digital photographer who captures “moments of revelation” in the vistas she encounters near and far. Her works are in private as well as institutional collections, and the most recent acquisition of two abstract canvases will be installed this summer in the PNC Tower in Pittsburgh, a state-of-the-art green building and PNC’s corporate headquarters. —Beverly Arts Center

Thursday, April 16, 2015

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CONSUMER

How to be an environmental investor Since its inception in 1970, Earth Day has inspired millions of people to take action to improve the environment. But the lessons of environmentalism can also be applied to other areas of life — such as investing. Specifically, as an investor, you may well want to follow the “three Rs”: reduce, reuse and recycle. Let’s see how these environmental themes can be applied to your investment habits: • Reduce — Many of us probably own more things than we really need. In fact, if all the other people on Earth used as much “stuff” as we do in the United States, the planet would need to have three to five times more space just to hold and sustain everybody, according to the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. So from an environmental standpoint, it might be smart for all of us to “streamline” our possessions. And the same could be true for our investments — it’s not always a case of “the more, the merrier.” It’s particularly important not to own too many of the

same type of investments, because you could suffer a setback in a market downturn that primarily affects those assets. • Reuse — One way of being environmentally conscious is to repair, rather than replace, durable goods such as bicycles, washers, dryers, etc. After all, “new” is not always better. Many investors are also prone to tossing out the old and bringing in the new — and not always with the best results. For example, some investors switch their overall strategy every so often in attempts to capitalize on some trend they have heard about. But

you’re almost certainly better off by sticking with a long-term strategy that’s appropriate for your goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. Of course, within your strategy you can make adjustments as your circumstances change over time, but there’s probably no need to toss your entire approach overboard. As you invest, though, always be aware that the value of your investments will fluctuate, and there are no guarantees that you won’t lose value. • Recycle — Aluminum cans become airplane parts, old phone books are transformed into textbooks and plastic beverage containers may end up as the carpeting on your floors. It’s truly amazing how recycling can give new life to old, unwanted products. In a way, you can also “recycle” investments that no longer meet your needs, either because your circumstances have changed or because the investments themselves have become fundamentally altered — as is the case when a company in which

you invested has shifted its focus or taken its business in a new direction. Instead of just liquidating the investment and using the cash to buy, say, an ultrahigh-definition television with all the bells and whistles, you could find a new use for the proceeds in your investment portfolio. To name one possibility, you could use the money to help save for a child’s college education. Or you might use it to help fill other gaps in your portfolio. By following the “reduce, reuse and recycle” philosophy, you can help make the world a “greener” place to live. And by applying the same principles to the way you invest, you can create a healthier environment in which to pursue your important financial goals. Scott Johnson, CFP, is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, 974-1965. Edward Jones does not provide legal advice. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones financial advisor.

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Edward Jones ranks highest in investor satisfaction Financial-services firm Edward Jones ranks highest in a tie in investor satisfaction with full-service brokerage firms, according to the J.D. Power 2015 Full Service Investor Satisfaction Study, the firm announced. The study measures overall investor satisfaction with fullservice investment firms based on seven factors: investment advisor, investment performance, account information, account

offerings, commissions and fees, website and problem resolution. “We believe that our strong performance is driven primarily by the relationship our financial advisors have established with clients,” Edward Jones Managing Partner Jim Weddle said. “Our financial advisors strive to understand investors’ needs and goals, focus on the long-term relationships, and create a partnership.”

Edward Jones ranked highest in investor satisfaction by J.D. Power in 2012, 2010 and 2009, from 2005 through 2007, and in a tie in 2002, when the study began. “Across our firm, everything we do is focused on serving our clients,” Scott W. Johnson said. “Our success is built upon trusted relationships with clients that are the basis for offering them tailored guidance to help reach their long-term finan-

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cial goals. We strive to deliver it all with exceptional service.” The 2015 Full Service Investor Satisfaction Study is based on responses from more than 5,300 investors who primarily invest with one of the 18 firms included in the study. The study was fielded from Jan. 5 through Feb. 3. For more information, visit jdpower.com. —Submitted by Edward Jones

Area Property Tran$fer$ Following are the property transfers in the area, according to the latest report, as received from the Cook County Recorder of Deeds Office. The Reporter Newspaper does not attempt to correct errors made by that office. Chicago Ridge Bochenko Halina to Boom Shaher Abdallah, 9830 S Nottingham Ave, Unit #12, $55,000; TCF Natl Bk to Kaczmarek Jason R, 10506 S Oak Park Ave, $80,000; Deutsche Bk Natl Trust Co to USA Contemporary Lvg Inc, 6330 W 107th St, $75,000; State Bank of Countryside Tr to Padilla Doroteo R Jr, 10334 S Austin Ave, $270,000.

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with Tony Dunst Evergreen Park Manasco Nicole to Harkins Timothy, 9641 S Harding Ave, $125,000; Reynolds Latasha to Dubose Jershawn,

8716 S Mozart St, $145,000; White Collar Contracting LLC to Molesky Kenneth, 10222 S Turner Ave, $128,000; HSBC Bk USA to 9301 Troy Ave Industries LLC, 9301 S Troy St, $80,000. Hickory Hills Rico Alex to Monasar Abdulqawi S, 9330 S 82nd Ave, $400,000; Debold William F to Walus Jacek, 8719 Hillside Dr, $200,000; Neputy Thomas Ind Extr to Martinez Jessica A, 8848 W 91st Pl, $175,000. Oak Lawn Giovani Charles M to Kus Richard A Jr, 4616 W 99th St, $99,000; AT Chgo Remdl Inc to Respardo Luis, 9401 Tulley Ave, $250,000; Intercounty Judicial Sales Corp to North Shore Holdings Ltd, 9642 Karlov Ave, $71,000; Vetsch Sharon to Hafez Mohamed, 4420

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111th St, Unit #2C, $53,000; Kosch Alfred N Jr to Calderone Dennis M, 9645 New England Ave, $192,000; National Assn Debt Education & Assistance to Lindley Katelin M, 10111 Kedvale Ave, $205,000; Fannie Mae to Redmore John C, 4735 105th Pl, Unit #102, $60,500; Lacava George F to Brueggemann Duane Gerard, 4102 Dean Dr, $105,000; Krokar James Tr to Pantoja Alberta, 10704 Kilpatrick Ave, Unit #2B, $75,000; Herman Steve to Solski David, 10324 Laramie Ave, $220,000. Worth Basiorka & Kroll Inc to Odeh America, 7036 W 115th St, $165,000; US Bk Tr to Budkowski Ewa, 6924 W 112th St, $85,000; Clifford Kevin J to Womens Choice, 11330 S Harlem Ave, $157,500.

Mortgage Rates Around the Area First Midwest Bank (as of April 13) 30-year fixed 15-year fixed 30-year fixed Jumbo

RATES APR POINTS 4.000 4.035 0 3.125 3.180 0 3.875 3.920 0

United Trust Bank (as of April 14) 30-year fixed 15-year fixed 10-year fixed

RATES APR POINTS 3.750 3.770 0 2.990 3.026 0 2.875 2.927 0

Prospect Federal (as of April 13) 30-year fixed 20-year fixed 15-year fixed

RATES APR POINTS 3.625 3.662 .25 3.500 3.551 .25 3.000 3.064 .25

All rates subject to change daily. Equal opportunity lenders.

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Brighton Park resident Sue Medrano purchases some deli items at Bobak’s for her Easter Sunday meal. “I’ve been a customer of theirs for 25 of years and I will miss them” said Medrano.

Saying bye-bye to a local Bobak’s Bobak Sausage Co. closed its last company-owned store last weekend on Chicago’s Southwest Side. Loyal customers, some coming from as far away as northwest Indiana and Chicago’s North Side, trekked to the store at 5275 S. Archer Ave. for the last time on April 4. The company, which got its start in 1967 and has operated the store on Archer since 1989, had moved its production to a bigger location last year but left the store open. According to a letter the company distributed and posted on its Facebook page, a decision was made recently that it no longer made sense to keep the store open. The company said it was time to close the store and sell the building, which was otherwise empty since manufacturing was moved. The company did hold out some hope for longtime customers by saying it might reopen the store at a future date. Besides the regular Bobak products, which are carried in stores and markets across the Chicago area, the company store did carry some specialty items not available everywhere, such as its fresh Italian sausage, fresh Polish sausage and bacon sausage. At one point, the company operated a handful of stores under the Bobak banner, including one in Orland Park. All of those stores were closed by 2007 after a particularly nasty fight between two of the sons of the founder. Blueberry Hill to expand Blueberry Hill Breakfast Cafe and Pancake House has won approval from the village of Homer Glen to expand its popular restaurant at 14355 S. Bell Road. The village announced the restaurant will be adding 1,300 square feet to the cafe for a larger waiting area, additional bathroom facilities and 61 new seats. The expansion will fill the north building of the shopping center where Blueberry is located. No construction timetable was announced. Calls to the restaurant were not returned. Reef City Aquatics store moves Reef City Aquatics, a popular store for south suburban salt water tank enthusiasts, moved last month from its longtime location at 7942 Lincoln Highway in Frankfort to new digs at 2441 Joliet Highway in New Lenox. Owner Karen Bisgrove, who bought the shop 10 months ago, said the new location had more space and would allow her to feature a 4,000 gallon salt water tank. “It’s bigger and better,” she said

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of the new location in the Bluestone Commons shopping center, next to Bulldog Ale House. “Give me another 10 months and see how much better we will be.” She said the new location would also allow her to better serve her online customers. She said the shop caters to salt water enthusiasts will continue to offer salt water fish, live coral, supplies and food, but she will be adding some new critters in the future. “I’ll be adding reptiles like snakes and chameleons,” she said. She said that to start the new hours would be from noon to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, from noon to 8 p.m. Friday, from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. The shop is closed Tuesdays. For information, call 815-5345268 or visit Reef City Aquatics on Facebook. Job Fair in Countryside The Countryside Business Association will host a Job Fair & Business Expo from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 25 at Capri Banquets and Catering, 6240 Joliet Road in Countryside. This is a free event that is open to the public. According to a release, “the CBA Job Fair & Business Expo will provide businesses the opportunity to recruit employees, interview applicants, save money on advertising, network and build brand recognition. “ It will also provide individuals who attend the opportunity to find a job, find out which businesses are hiring, learn about local businesses and the services they offer, find out about special promotions being offered by local businesses. Raffle tickets will be available for $5 each (sold at the event) for a chance to win a 42-inch HDTV. CBA members and nonmembers are welcome to participate in this event as exhibitors. Exhibitor registration information is available at http://www.cbacountryside.com/. If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line at bobbong@hotmail.com. You can also catch up on Comings & Goings in other parts of the Southland at www.southlandbusinessnews.com and www. southlandsavvy.blogspot.com

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Fuchs’ new booklet has some ‘astonishing’ tips I think Nan Kathryn Fuchs, PhD, is one of the most knowledgeable women and researcher in the field of alternative health. It was Fuchs who first wrote about the dangers of doctors suggesting women take calcium without magnesium over 15 years ago. She was the first to speak of the dangers of the calcium craze. She has authored a number of books on health as well as booklets and a newsletter. In her booklet, “Astonishing Healing Secrets For Stubborn Health Problems,” she gives tips regarding ways to maintain good health, naturally. One of her observations regarding the prevention of hearing loss is to make certain we have adequate stores of B12 and folic acid. She points to a study from the University of Georgia that found people with hearing loss showed signs of having low levels of B12 and folic acid. While B12 is difficult to absorb as we get older, there are now liquid forms as well as sublingual (under the tongue) forms that can have a higher absorption rate than the pills. She also points to the importance of glutathione, the body’s master anti-oxidant, in both heart and brain health. As we age, we

lose glutathione. Glutathione is important to maintaining the immune system. It neutralizes free radicals that can lead to disease. It helps to make vitamins A , C, and E stores remain and activate within the body, according to Fuchs. Fuchs explains deficiency of glutathione is associated with age as well as radiation and environmental toxins, cigarette smoke, auto exhaust, inflammation and even surgery. She says even exposure to some household cleaning products can deplete glutathione as well. Fuchs explains the best glutathione is administered by a physician in IV form, but there is a less expensive liposomal form that is also well-absorbed. It’s not cheap, but for those who cannot afford the liposomal or IV forms, glutathione stores can be increased by eating asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower, bok choy, brussel sprouts, avocado and spinach. All boost levels of glutathione to some degree. She suggests for those interested in finding a doctor who administers glutathione, the American College for the Advancement in Medicine (ACAM) can be contacted to find a physician. Call 800-532-3688, or

site. She cites a small three-week study of 30 people who chewed or sucked on a flat candy sweetened only with Manuka, three times a day after meals for 10 minutes. By Dee Woods Researchers found they had less plaque and fewer bleeding sites go to acam-net.org. at the end of the study. She sugAnother of her healing secrets gests those who would like to try involved the use of a special hon- using Manuka for healing, the best ey--Manuka in healing and help- range of Unique Manuka Factor ing various conditions. Manuka (UMF) is a range between 16-18. is the best of the best when it She states one should not use any comes to honey. It’s actually an levels labeled as being higher than ancient effective remedy that is 18 UMF on the jar. used by many alternative physiI think these few suggestions cians. Fuchs says this very special can be accomplished easily. While honey can kill stubborn strains of Manuka honey is the most expenbacteria found in infected wounds sive, it’s worth every penny for and can actually help treat gingi- its healing powers. It’s good to vitis because of its broad-spectrum keep it around the house. Honey anti-microbial activity. In speak- lasts and lasts. As for glutathiing of the Manuka honey, I know one, the master anti-oxidant, eat of a somewhat conventional doctor that asparagus, spinach and other who recommends putting honey cruciferous veggies. You can now and sugar on wounds to expedite obtain B12 and folic acid in very healing. Fuchs writes of Manuka: absorbable forms. These tips are “It reduces the bacteria in dental just a little something to help keep plaque and bleeding gums, and us maintain good health. I will while you might think it contrib- post other tips as I learn them. utes to dental cavities, it doesn’t. This ‘drug; is honey.” Dee Woods column runs every She says while most sugars do first and third week. She can be cause cavities, Manuka’s anti-mi- reached at deewoods10@icloud. crobial properties do the oppo- com.

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Go ahead and grill, but use your head WHATIZIT?

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Not a lot of noise was made this week but a few folks guessed that last week’s photo was of an air horn. Through our thorough research, we found out that portable air horns can also be used as recreational drugs but since we are a responsible family newspaper, we were not going to tell you how. This particular air horn was used for much more wholesome purposes as it was on hand to start an Easter egg hunt in Palos Hills. Oak Lawn’s Steve Rosenbaum will not be filing any official protests this week as not only did he get the correct answer, he was the first to do so. Others whose horns are worth tooting are Worth’s Theresa and George Rebersky and Celeste Cameron, plus Evergreen Park’s Henrietta Mysliwiec, Incorrect guesses were of a foghorn and a plastic fuel can. Due to technical difficulties (our e-mail was clowning around with us), Worth’s Celeste Cameron’s guess of Ronald McDonald’s hair from two weeks ago was not recorded. This week is not going to be easy, but we’ll see if we can get some action on it. The clue is that it can help clear the air. So send those guesses by Monday night to thereporter@comcast. net with WHATIZIT? in the subject line. Don’t forget your name and hometown.

It’s that time of the year again, and by that I mean it’s grilling time! We Americans love to grill, with many people taking every opportunity to throw meat on the barbecue, savoring the wonderful smell that fills the spring air. We grill ribs, hamburgers, sausages, hot dogs, steaks and chicken, even fish and some things you wouldn’t think to throw on a grill. Perhaps there is an intrinsic part of man’s nature, developed long ago when we cooked the meat of mammoth or mastodon, that derives pleasure from cooking over fire. Many people have purchased grilling equipment, some of it costing thousands of dollars; yet so often the griller has no idea what he is doing. Many times the flame is either too high or too low, leading to food that in either case can be improperly cooked. Too hot a flame and the meat burns on the outside — itself undesirable to most people — while not cooking enough on the inside. Too low and the griller becomes impatient, taking the meat off before it is thoroughly cooked, and sometimes leading to food poisoning for all who indulge.

Bad news for grillers: Nutritionists today are frowning on eating meat. This has nothing to do with eating animals or the perceived “evils” of the meat industry, but because the meat contributes to an acidic environment in the body, creating an environment in which disease can flourish. This is especially true if the meat is grilled; grilled meat is after all charred flesh. The stomach has a very difficult time breaking down such foods, and the meat will pass into the intestines largely undigested. Here, it remains sometimes for days, putrefying and becoming a breeding ground for bacteria, and creating gas and foul odors until it is eliminated. This is not to say a hamburger every now and then is a terrible thing, the moderate consumption of almost anything is OK, for the body is a remarkably resistant organism. The problem is eating meat all the time — along with not eating enough fiber and food rich in vitamins and minerals — and creating a chronically toxic environment in the body. Add to our problems with meat our obsession with all things processed

The Wine Guy with Anthony Scarano or cheesy and you have a recipe for disaster. It is no wonder we have such a problem with obesity, diabetes and cancer in this country. Nutritionists believe the combination of ingredients on pizza — meat, cheese, and simple carbohydrates — is the worst thing you can eat. The chemistry of these foods together is bad for your stomach, colon, pancreas, heart and brain. Some people frown on these truths because foods like pizza, steak and burgers taste so good, and they think people are just trying to spoil their fun by telling them not to eat it. But just wait, and you’ll see how the diseases

that result from such indulging spoil fun in a much worse way. So have your pizza, grill your meat, but be wise about it and do it to treat yourself, not as part of your regular dietary regimen. The majority of your diet should be the beautiful, great tasting fruits from trees: Bananas, apples, figs, peaches, dates, avocados and many others. You should be eating lovely-colored vegetables of all kinds especially peppers, squash, broccoli and eggplant, as well as the leafy greens like kale, endive, escarole and spinach. Change your eating habits and change your life for the better. Eating healthy is just as fun and tasty as eating junk, especially when you don’t forget the wine. Anthony Scarano is not a doctor. He is an Evergreen Park resident, winemaker and certified naturopath. Suggestions in this space are solely the opinions of Mr. Scarano based on years of independent study and personal experience, and may not be beneficial to health. Wine should be consumed in moderation, as overindulgence may be harmful to health.

Spartan baseball players hit home run with tribute Jepsen family touched by jersey honor

graduate of Brother Rice High School, so head baseball coach Bill Gerny found the games against Brother Rice to be a natural fit to honor Lowry because he figured it would be meaningful to both teams. All three levels of both schools wore jerseys with the name The South Suburban Confer- Lowry on the back on April 4. ence asks its baseball teams to Rosemary Jepsen, a Spartan support an important cause each freshman, threw out the first season and this year the SSC pitch at the freshman game, and chose Wounded Warriors. Modie Lavin, Lowry’s mother, The Oak Lawn Community threw out the pitch at the varHigh School baseball program sity game. chose to honor United States Jenn Jepsen said, “My entire Marine Corporal Conner T. family was overwhelmed by the Lowry, the nephew of English support of the Spartan baseteacher Jennifer Jepsen. ball teams,’’ Jennifer Jepsen Lowry made the ultimate said. “The players represented sacrifice on March 1, 2012 the class and integrity of the in Afghanistan. Lowry was a baseball program. The players

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Three local teams find success outside Illinois during spring break By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

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Brother Rice slugger Michael Schalasky was one of several area players competing in different states over spring break.

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Many college kids make Florida a spring-break destination. High school baseball players from Marist, St. Laurence and Brother Rice also took road trips last week as school wasn’t in session following the Easter holiday. But instead of the Sunshine State, those athletes ventured elsewhere. The RedHawks went to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the Vikings traveled to southern California and the Crusaders journeyed to Louisville, Ky. In addition to getting the chance to play several games, each team’s coach liked the intangibles associated with the excursion. “It’s not all about the games,” Marist boss Kevin Sefcik said. “It’s the stuff you do along the way. I made sure I gave them their [free] time. We had a hotel right on the water and the kids stayed out of trouble. “It was everything I could have asked for. It was a great trip.” Making it even more so were five straight wins at the Mingo Bay Classic, where the RedHawks (7-1) were one of 28 clubs playing in the Class A division. They did not claim a championship but did wind up among the top eight finishers and received a plaque. Neither St. Laurence nor Rice went unbeaten in its respective tournament, but the out-of-town

experience was deemed equally satisfying by both programs. “One of the more important benefits is the team building and camaraderie,” said Vikings coach Pete Lotus, whose squad was making its sixth consecutive spring trip but its first to California. “Just being away is good and it seems guys were really looking forward to it.” Crusaders leader John McCarthy echoed similar sentiments. “The team-building part was huge,” he said. “I applaud coaches who do it because it’s a very rewarding experience. You remember some of the baseball stuff, but there is going to be a lifetime of memories from this trip.”

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Sefcik admitted he "knew nothing about” the RedHawks’ foes in South Carolina before the tourney got underway, although he discovered later the “competition wasn’t world beaters.” Nevertheless, Sefcik still felt Marist played well overall. And the outcomes proved it. The RedHawks capped their week with perhaps their finest performance to date as they shut out Waccamaw (S.C.) 10-0 behind Rich Kairis, who struck out five and walked one over four innings. For good measure the pitcher also contribSee ROAD TRIP, Page 5

Success comes at a cost Smith hurt during Astros’ win over Braves By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

On a day that Shepard won it also lost. The Astros only played one game Friday, and that went well as they scored a 9-4 victory over Bremen that kept them unbeaten in South Suburban Conference action. But in that contest senior Brett Smith was hurt during a fifth-inning at-bat. “On one of his swings he heard something pop,” Shepard coach Frank DiFoggio said of Smith, whose injury was actually a re-aggravation of one incurred earlier away from the diamond. “We carried him off the field and carried him onto the bus. He was going to get an MRI [this past] Monday and we’re preparing for the worst.” Already without Kevin Carmody, one of their top hitters, the Astros may now have to do without Smith for the long haul. His absence will put a noticeable crimp in Shepard’s mound staff, meaning veterans Adam Gregory and Eric Horbach must shoulder a greater amount of the pitching load. Before he departed, Smith stopped Bremen on two hits while striking out six. He was given a 4-0 lead to protect in the second stanza as Ken Gorski (two-run double), Horbach (sacrifice fly) and Bobby Peterka (RBI single) came through after the Astros (8-3, 3-0) had filled the sacks on two walks and a hit batsman. The advantage grew in the third when Kyle Longfield socked a solo homer and again in the fourth when a pair of hit batsmen set the table for another three-run flurry. Rob Marinec knocked in two teammates with a single and Ricky Mundo had one RBI with his hit. Gorski’s single on the heels of a Braves error made it 9-1 shortly before Smith stepped to the plate. Seemingly on solid ground, Shepard suddenly wasn’t after Smith’s exit. Perhaps shaken by what had befallen him, the Astros saw their lead reduced by three runs in the fifth and then watched Bremen threaten again in the sixth. Longfield, who’d already made a couple

of good plays in center field, came to the rescue once more as he laid out to make a diving catch near the warning track to quell the budding uprising. DiFoggio pegged that defensive play as the game’s pivotal moment. “[If] he doesn’t catch that ball, it’s 9-6 with their 3-4-5 hitters [coming up] and a man probably standing at third,” DiFoggio said. “We would have been reeling at that point. Longfield made three great catches.” Joliet Central 13 Shepard 1 What Bremen couldn’t do to the Astros on Friday the Steelmen accomplished the next day as they exploded for six runs in their first plate appearance and never wavered en route to a mercy-rule triumph in five innings. “They knocked us around,” DiFoggio said of Joliet Central, which racked up 14 hits on Saturday. “They hit lasers and they hit bloops.” And Shepard hit almost nothing. Gregory’s RBI double was one of only two hits mustered by the Astros as Longfield got tagged with a pitching loss. Even after the defeat, though, the Astros are off to their best start in over a decade. The key now is to not let the injuries to Carmody and Smith affect them too badly. “We’ve dug the foxhole,” DiFoggio said. “[We’re] taking fire from all sides and rallying around each other.” Shepard 10-4 Argo 0-1 The Astros opened the SSC Red portion of their season in grand style as they defeated the Argonauts last Monday and Tuesday. Shepard turned the first game into a rout by amassing nine runs between the fourth and fifth innings. DiFoggio claimed Argo sparked the Astros’ initial outburst as it issued a pair of walks and hit a batter. But Shepard also did its part as Gorski, Marinec and Smith all had RBI hits and Gregory launched a See ASTROS, Page 2

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A bundled-up Alex Bolyanatz talks to baserunner Pat McCarthy during Chicago Christian’s Metro Suburban Conference game against Ridgewood last Tuesday. The Knights defeated the Rebels 8-3 for their 14th consecutive win.

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Wheaton Academy hands Knights initial loss By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

Fifteen games into the schedule things are still fine with Chicago Christian, just not perfectly so. The Knights’ record-breaking sprint from the 2015 starting gate featured them performing in an unblemished fashion through the first 14 contests. At least that’s what the ledger said, and the string of successes represented the longest one in Christian baseball history. But that didn’t faze visiting Wheaton Academy Friday afternoon in Palos Heights. One of the few opponents that has played the Knights on pretty even terms in recent years, the Warriors didn’t flinch when Christian

held a 3-2 lead after five innings of the teams’ Metro Suburban Conference crossover game. Wheaton responded to the challenge by scoring four times in the sixth, a rally mounted against Knights ace Christian Bolhuis and aided by four bases-on-balls that made a single and double more productive. The Warriors tallied twice in the seventh as well to collect an 8-3 win. Chicago Christian’s setback came after it had swept a pair of MSC contests from Ridgewood, 12-5 and 8-3, earlier in the week. “It’s not fun to get beat, but if you play well and it happens, you tip your hat to the other team,” Knights coach Eric Brauer said. “The kids were a little down about it because of how

we lost. We were one pitch away from getting out of that [sixth] inning, but we couldn’t get it done.” While Bolhuis, the 2014 area Player of the Year, has struggled to find his groove this spring, his inability to quiet the Warriors wasn’t Christian’s only problem. Its own offense lacked timely hitting — Brauer pointed out that the Knights went 0-for-5 with a runner at third base and less than two outs. One inning that did unfold to Christian’s liking was the fifth, when Trevor Wolterink and Zach Frieling (double) each stroked an RBI hit. That occurred two stanzas after Pat McCarthy’s triple and an ensuing wild pitch had given the Knights (14-1, 4-1) a 1-0 edge. Bolhuis was one of five hurlers Brauer employed against Wheaton. See KNIGHTS, Page 4

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Look no further in your hunt for bad TV From June 22, 2006 Maybe they’d better aim one of those tranquilizer guns at me. That way, I’ll be in no condition to ridicule them. But until that day, they’re fair game, which is more than can be said for the co-stars of this planned misadventure. In case you hadn’t already heard about it, a new sporting endeavor will soon be available for consumption, along with some of the participants. Coming in October is the World Hunting Association — on pay-per-view, no less. That’s one of the outlets where people in need of more activities in their lives can watch eight two-person teams of hunters go after white-tailed deer. The prize money totals $300,000 and is one of the main enticements for the guys with guns, along with a hankering for venison at every meal. Actually, the deer’s lives apparently aren’t in danger, thanks to the exchanging of bullets for tranquilizer darts. The whole thing seems to have a “Wild Kingdom” feel to it, except that Jim Fowler won’t be wrestling a man-eating mountain lion who refused to be knocked unconscious by the dart and Marlin Perkins won’t be chastising Fowler for letting the animal get the best of him while Perkins himself is ensconced safely in the cockpit of a helicopter hovering 1,000 feet above the fray and making periodic sales pitches to the pilot on the value of having a Mutual of Omaha insurance policy. Now, I’m not going to go off on a rant about hunting because it’s really a no-win situation. If I say that hunting deer with firearms — or even bows-and-arrows — doesn’t rate as sport, I’ll hear plenty of flack from National Rifle Association members and supporters, who’ll calmly inform me that I’m mistaken about that and that I’m nothing more than a girlie man who should join a sewing circle. But I would still like an explanation as to why anyone thinks the World Hunting Association is a good idea. Hunters can always make the you-eat-meat-so-how-can-yoube-against-hunting argument when standing up for real, shootingfor-a-specific-purpose activities. However, I don’t see how going after the deer’s — excuse me, lion’s — share of a prize-money pot qualifies as “real” hunting. This is simply another crass undertaking in the name of “reality TV.” According to founder David Farbman, though, the WHA’s quest is to “be talked about in the same ways as bass fishing or NASCAR. We want to grow it in the mainstream.” Those are a couple of his quotes in a story published by Bloomberg News. I don’t know in which circles Mr. Farbman hangs, but bass fishing doesn’t exactly dominate most conversations to which I’m privy. I know guys who fish recreationally, but they’re more likely to talk about their jobs, families or World Series trivia than what’s biting, unless it’s one of their kids. And in that case, those guys are probably grousing about how much it’s going to cost for the braces which will fix that bite and make it more symmetrical. Besides pay-per-view telecasts — and haven’t we already overpaid enough to watch one-sided competitions with all those Mike Tyson-versus-tomato cans boxing matches? — the WHA will be available via the Internet, which involves more monetary outlay on the part of would-be viewers. No wonder the prize money can be as much as $300,000. Perhaps I’m not the most impartial evaluator of this endeavor, seeing as how I’m not a fan of hunting for sport. However, I have a difficult time believing even the gun toters will be drawn to this. While they wait for a deer to ambush, how will these individuals kill time — OK, tranquilize it — in a manner that’s even remotely intriguing to viewers? Discussing where they bought their gear or what beer they’ll consume after a hard day’s hunt isn’t the stuff from which titillation arises. I know I previously poked fun at the spelling bee for similar shortcomings, but it turned out to be more interesting than I imagined. Of course, seeing preteens who could embarrass me with their superior word knowledge was captivating, and I have to admit their youthful exuberance got to me. Somehow I don’t see the hunters coaxing the same reaction out of me. There’s nothing cute about them. The animals getting harpooned could be classified as such, but that still doesn’t help. I want to see the four-legged guys win.

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Continued from page 1 sacrifice fly. “So far this year — and I hope I don’t jinx us — we have been taking advantage of opportunities given to us,” DiFoggio said. “We’re not letting many of those mistakes other teams make go past. We’re pouncing on them. “In high school baseball, [I believe] you don’t win games; other teams lose them. Defenses in high school aren’t [always] that good, so you weather the storm and you can be successful.” Gregory’s bases-clearing triple and Peterka’s RBI single highlighted a five-run fourth and an Argonauts miscue in the fifth created a double-digit margin that brought the contest to a premature halt. Gorski’s 3-for-3 effort paced an 11-hit attack behind Horbach, who logged his first win on the hill by fanning nine and allowing only three hits. *** While Monday was a breeze for the Astros, beating Argo a second time required a bit more

tenacity on Tuesday. Peterka’s three-run homer in the third amounted to the difference. He finished the day with three hits, which also included a double. Peterka may have been on fire, but the rest of Shepard’s order wasn’t as just one other hit was produced. Luckily for the Astros, Gregory (3-0) was equal to the challenge on the mound as he rang up 13 strikeouts while throwing a three-hitter. DiFoggio wasn’t shocked the Argonauts put up greater resistance in the rematch. “You can’t take anybody for granted in conference,” he said. “These kids all know each other and have been playing against each other for a long time and the coaches know each other’s tendencies. So it comes down to who is prepared and who’s willing to fight from beginning to end.” Shepard, which plated its last run on an Argonauts throwing error, had only three games on tap this week, two of them SSC crossover affairs. After hosting TF South today, the Astros visit Riverside-Brookfield for a nonconference game on Friday.

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Caroline Andrade takes a big cut for Evergreen Park Saturday against Riverside-Brookfield. The Mustangs earned a doubleheader split with the Bulldogs, losing the opener 5-4 but rebounding to take Game 2 10-6.

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Spartans anxious to make breakthrough By Anthony Nasella As Oak Lawn gets ready for two of its busiest weeks of the season, Spartans coach Brian Frangella hopes his team is ready to bust out like it did around this same time last year. And after last week’s 2-2 effort that featured Oak Lawn doing some timely hitting, he’s feeling more confident. The Spartans began the week on the wrong end of a 6-3 decision versus Shepard in a South Suburban Conference Red game on Tuesday but bounced back with a thrilling 2-1 conference crossover victory against Tinley Park in eight innings on Friday. Oak Lawn then split a Saturday doubleheader with Westmont, winning the first game 14-0 and losing the second 4-1. “We have a ton of games over the next two weeks, so we’ll see if we’re ready to break out,” Frangella said. “We have four games this week and nine games in six days the following week -games Monday through Thursday, a doubleheader Friday and then three at the Elgin Tournament on Saturday. “I like that schedule because we’ll have no time to stop and think too much between games. This is the same two weeks that we started to hit a hot streak last year, so hopefully we can repeat that success over the next couple of weeks.” Oak Lawn found itself behind Shepard 6-0 after five innings as the Astros scored four times in the fourth and twice in the fifth. The Spartans came to life in the sixth with three runs, compliments of a homer by Marissa Loya, but they were unable to overcome the entire deficit. The round-tripper was one of two hits for Loya, whose sister Mia added a hit and scored a run. In the circle Mia Loya allowed five hits, struck out four and walked four. Oak Lawn went ahead of Tinley in the second stanza on Marissa Loya’s homer and held that 1-0 advantage until the bottom of the seventh. The Spartans, however, recovered from that blow to tally the deciding run in the eighth as Annabelle Fritz singled in Hayden Landingham, who had doubled. “Annabelle has been hitting the ball hard all year for us -some[times] right at people -but she’s been squaring it up,” Frangella said. “And for a sophomore that’s a great thing to see. She’s finally starting to get some hits to drop in, this [past] week especially.” Loya surrendered just one hit and two walks to the Titans while fanning seven in going the distance. *** Game 1 against Westmont featured Oak Lawn scoring in all five innings -- including a 10-run explosion in the second -- and racking up 12 hits overall. Fritz (3-for-4, two RBI, two runs), Kaleigh Hayes (2-for-4, two runs, RBI), Maddie Pagliaro (three RBI, one run), Ashley Lubuda (two RBI) and Marissa Loya (RBI, run, stolen base) all contributed offensively. Mia Loya scattered three hits over five innings, walked one and struck out seven. The Sentinels broke a 1-1 tie in the top of the fifth of Game 2 with three runs and the Spartans came up empty in their last three at-bats. Pagliaro (one hit, one run, two steals) and Danielle Allen (one hit, walk, steal) starred on offense for Oak Lawn while pitcher Natalia Rafacz gave up four hits

and four runs in six innings. Frangella said he was especially pleased with the success of Pagliaro, a junior who has high personal standards that sometimes work against her. “Maddie was having a tough time this season and she’s really hard on herself,” he said. “She expects to be on base every time she’s at bat. I told her to hang in there at the plate and keep playing solid defense in the field. The offense will come around, and it did Saturday. “And let me tell you, it was great seeing a smile on her face. We want her on base too because she can wreak havoc. That’s what we’re all looking for -- the team putting some hits together.” As for Rafacz, who has pitched primarily in relief, Saturday’s effort was the first time she’s gone the distance this season. “We’ve been using Natalia in two- and-three inning spurts,” Frangella said. “She’s the other sophomore up on varsity and we really wanted to see what she could do on the mound in that second game. We talked about things mentally and she’s coming along nicely. “She throws the ball hard and mixes it up on the inside and outside. It’s nice to know that we have a strong third pitcher we can count on.” So as the Spartans look to improve on their current 4-7 overall record and 2-2 mark in conference, Frangella is feeling optimistic about the future. “I kind of saw this week what we’ve been talking about all year -- the belief that we can get the job done,” Frangella said. “I think we may have turned a bit of a corner this [past] week. I’m kind of waiting for everything to come to light. “We’ve had some here and there, but I’m looking for the big hits and big games on a consistent basis. We got a big hit late in the Tinley Park win -- two big hits in a row. That was nice to see because leaving runners in scoring position had been hurting us in previous games.”

SHEPARD

The Astros improved their season record to 11-1 and went to 4-1 in the SSC Red on the strength of a 5-1 week. Shepard notched wins over Oak Lawn, Bremen, Hillcrest and CreteMonee in a doubleheader while Lemont doled out the lone loss. The Indians edged the Astros 11-9 last Monday to spoil the latter’s unbeaten season. Shepard fell behind 5-0 but stunned Lemont with a seven-run fifth that made the game a toss-up. Jalyn Stepney socked a tworun homer for the Astros and finished with four RBI while Heather O’Kelly supplied three hits and two RBI. Starting catcher Bryanna Cross broke her hand during the contest and freshmen Jessica Coyle got called up to the varsity. Coyle provided Shepard with a grand slam, triple and two doubles the rest of the week. The winning began with a 6-3 decision over Oak Lawn on Tuesday as Stepney slugged her fourth homer of the spring. Breanna Graffeo (RBI double), April Larson (two-run single), Skylor Hilger (RBI triple) and O’Kelly (sacrifice fly) were other offensive contributors. Larson was also the pitcher of record as she allowed four hits over 5 1/3 innings. Gabby Graffeo threw 1 2/3 frames of hitless relief. ***

Evergreen Park second baaseman Lizzy Brendich throws to first to retire a Riverside-Brookfield batter Saturday.

Shepard crushed Hillcrest 21-4 on Wednesday and Bremen 15-2 on Friday in a pair of SSC crossovers. Hilger (3-for-4, three RBI, three runs) was the Astros’ ringleader versus the Braves. Shepard erupted for a dozen runs over the first three innings to seize command. Five Shepard players teamed with Hilger to produce 12 hits, 12 runs and nine RBI. Others lending a hand were Kaitlyn Blanton (RBI double), Nicole Almazan (two-run single), Coyle (two-run double) and Taylor Horn (RBI single). Gabby Graffeo earned the pitching victory. *** Coyle’s grand slam and O’Kelly’s 4-for-4 performance that upped her batting average to .588 highlighted Saturday’s Game 1 romp past Crete. Graffeo bagged the win. O’Kelly was at it again in the second contest as she went 4-for-5. Joining her in making life tough for the Warriors were Hilger (3-for-4), Horn (2-for-3), Stepney (four RBI) and Breanna Graffeo (four RBI). Larson got the win and Gabby Graffeo earned a save. O’Kelly is only one of the Astros’ big guns thus far. The DePaul University-bound Hilger carries a .667 average with five homers, 32 RBI, 30 runs and nine stolen bases while Breanna Graffeo is at .533 with 14 RBI since returning from ACL surgery. Also getting into the act on a regular basis are Stepney (.457, four homers, 25 RBI, 13 runs) and Jenna Husienga (.467, 23 runs, six steals). Pitching-wise Gabby Graffeo and Larson have combined to go 9-1 with 36 strikeouts and five walks in 69 innings.

QUEEN OF PEACE

The Pride jumped out to an early lead on Riverside-Brookfield and captured an 11-5 victory last Monday at the Rosemont Dome. Seven runs in the first three innings allowed Queen of Peace to put the game away early. RBI singles by Kayla Rybolt, Kellie Tomaskvic and Dana Bunting plus Caitlin Fitzgerald’s

two-run double got the Pride off and running in the opening frame. Emily Janozik added a two-run single in the second. Tomaskvic finished with four hits and a pair of RBI. Seven batters accounted for 20 hits, 10 RBI and nine runs. \Bunting pitched three innings of relief on a yield of just one hit while fanning three. Lindsay Cudecki was the winner.

MOTHER MCAULEY

The Mighty Macs went 2-1 in Kissimmee Fla., last week by defeating Bullitt East (Ky.) 4-0 on Monday and Ewing (N.J) 6-0 early Thursday before dropping a 5-2 decision to Sacred Heart (N.Y.) later that same day. \Dara Sanders tossed a onehitter and whiffed 13 to lead Mother McAuley (3-3) past Bullitt. Emily Rux drove in three of the Macs’ four runs.

RICHARDS

A 3-0 week for the Bulldogs was constructed on victories over Bremen (9-2 last Monday), Tinley Park (5-1 on Tuesday) and Chicago Christian (9-0 on Saturday). Becky Wujcik hit a two-run double versus the Braves and Emily Wetzel (3-for-3) scored twice for Richards (4-4, 3-2 SSC). Abby Gentile’s two-run single spurred the win over the Titans one day later.

STAGG

The Chargers (4-5) split a pair of games last week, losing 8-1 to Lyons Township on Wednesday before beating Reavis 6-4 on Saturday. Lexi Minet (2-for-3 with a double; seven strikeouts in six innings pitched) and Kyla Frain (2-for-3, one run, one steal) were Stagg’s standouts against the Lions. Sam Owens’ threerun homer in the bottom of the seventh lifted the Chargers past the Rams. Owens finished 3-for-4 as did Minet (two doubles, two RBI, two runs). Frain went 2-for-3 with two doubles and three runs. Minet also was the victorious pitcher. See SOFTBALL, Page 3

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Feeling standoffish

Bulldogs, Mustangs forge 2-game stalemate By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Evergreen Park pitcher Megan Pyles delivers to the plate in Game 1 of a Saturday doubleheader against RiversideBrookfield. The Mustangs split the twinbill.

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EVERGREEN PARK

The Mustangs went 2-1 last week as they cruised past TF North (16-1 in five innings on Monday) and Eisenhower (10-2 on Tuesday) prior to falling to a 14-6 defeat versus TF South in six stanzas on Wednesday. Lizzy Brendich was 4-for-4 with two RBI and three runs to carry Evergreen Park (4-2,

4-1) past the Cardinals.

MARIST

The RedHawks went 1-11 against three teams from Florida. The tie came against Coral Springs last Tuesday by a 1-1 count. Marist coasted past Westminster Christian 9-0 on Wednesday before getting nipped 4-3 by Gulliver Prep on Friday. Madison Naujokas went 2-for-4 with an RBI and run for the RedHawks (6-3-2) in the latter contest.

SANDBURG

The Eagles defeated Barrington 8-6 last Wednesday and Lincoln-Way West 10-4 on Friday to improve to 8-4 on the season. Sam Coffel (3-for-4, 2 doubles) generated two runs and two RBI for Sandburg against the Warriors.

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN

The Knights endured an 0-3 week as Glenbard South (3-2), Nazareth Academy (7-6) and Richards (9-0) all got the better of them.

SXU SPORTS SUMMARY

Cougars in sole possession of 1st in softball standings St. Xavier University no longer has to share. A little greediness is OK when it comes to championship chasing, and the Cougars have their eyes set on a Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference softball title -- among other things. NAIA No. 5-ranked SXU took over sole possession of first place in the conference Sunday afternoon by sweeping a doubleheader from 24th-ranked Cardinal Stritch University. Junior ace Nicole Nonnemacher pitched the Cougars to a 1-0 Game 1 win as she struck out 15 and gave up just four hits while tossing her eighth shutout. Not to be outdone, sophomore Callie Brown allowed only three hits through five-plus innings of the nightcap, an effort that enabled SXU (29-3-2, 11-0-1) to collect a 2-1 victory. Nonnemacher (14-2) wasn’t assured of success in the opener until the seventh, when the Cougars finally broke a scoreless tie. Katie Sears’ sacrifice fly plated the run as SXU finished with three hits. Runs were at a premium in Game 2 as well, but Stritch gained its first lead of the day with a fourth-inning double. The Cougars came back in the sixth, using a Wolves error as one scoring play and then moving in front on Kasey Kanaga’s RBI single. Nonnemacher nailed down Brown’s 14th triumph in 15 decisions by fanning two, walking none and surrendering no hits over the final 1 2/3 frames. The save was Nonnemacher’s third of the season. SXU hosted Trinity International University in a CCAC twinbill this past Tuesday. *** Big hits by senior Amanda Hainlen and junior Rebeka Ferguson powered the Cougars to a 4-2 CCAC win over Judson University last Wednesday. The second game of the doubleheader was stopped in the eighth because of darkness with the teams knotted at 3-all. Ferguson’s three-run homer in the seventh created that tie. Hainlen’s bases-clearing double, meanwhile, was the critical hit in Game 1 as it enabled SXU to erase a 2-0 deficit in the bottom of the fifth. Hainlen’s heroics helped make a winner of Nonnemacher, who whiffed 14 and limited the Eagles to five hits. Judson, though, used a couple of doubles to plate runs in the second and fifth stanzas and put in Nonnemacher in danger before Hainlen and senior Shannon Lauret (RBI single in the fifth) came through on her behalf. A two-run homer staked Judson to another lead in the first inning of Game 2 and the visitors tallied again in the seventh on a bunt. But Ferguson spared her team and Brown defeat with her roundtripper. Brown pitched all eight innings on a yield of seven hits and one walk. She struck out two. *** Ferguson and Nonnemacher were also standouts last Tuesday versus Purdue University Calumet, which dropped 1-0 and 13-0 verdicts at Dowling Park in Hammond, Ind. Nonnemacher carried a perfect game into the final inning of the opener and the lone hit garnered off her was a one-out bunt single. She fanned 13 and gave up no walks. Ferguson drove in the Cougars’ only run in the fifth. She and Sears each stroked a pair of hits. SXU’s offense shifted into high gear for the second contest as it amassed all 13 of its runs in the first three frames. Jessica Arebalo (two-run double, sacrifice fly), Hainlen (two-RBI single), Savannah Kinsella (sacrifice fly), Ferguson (basesloaded walk) and Sears (bases-loaded walk) were

among the Cougars’ headliners. Brown earned the win by pitching a four-hitter and striking out two in five innings.

BASEBALL

Sophomore Ryan Pellack’s five hits and four RBI were the primary elements in a Cougars attack that led the way to a doubleheader sweep of Trinity International Saturday afternoon at Richard R. Farrell Field. SXU (9-21, 7-14) edged the Trojans 2-1 in the opener before bagging a 12-2 triumph in seven innings. The Cougars’ second-game explosiveness was highlighted by four of Pellack’s hits, including a two-run single in the fourth. Other contributors included Jacob Wimmer (sacrifice fly, RBI single) and Jim Augle (RBI double). SXU totaled 16 hits behind sophomore pitcher Jeremy Dryier, who threw a four-hitter and whiffed six while squaring his ledger at 2-2. Freshman Tyler Hebel (3-2) earned the Game 1 victory by scattering six hits and striking out that same number of batters. He and the Cougars trailed 1-0 after Trinity tallied in the fifth, but SXU responded right away with Pellack’s gametying single. Bryan Polak’s homer to begin the sixth gave the Cougars their winning margin. SXU met Holy Cross College in a CCAC twinbill this past Tuesday in South Bend, Ind. *** Cranking out 17 hits on the day, the Cougars ended a nine-game slide on Friday by routing Trinity International 17-6. The game was scheduled to be played in Deerfield but got moved to SXU because of soggy field conditions up north. Pellack, Dryier and junior Alec Barnhart joined forces to supply the Cougars with eight hits, eight RBI and six runs. The beneficiary of all that support was senior right-hander Dan Wetzel, who logged his first pitching win after suffering five straight defeats. Pellack (RBI triple), Bryan Villanova (RBI single) and Dryier (two-run double) all delivered early and allowed SXU to construct a 5-3 lead after two innings. A nine-run fourth, spurred by two-run hits from Pellack and Augle, put the contest beyond the Trojans’ reach and Barnhart went deep in the sixth to add more misery. *** Villanova and Barnhart had five of the Cougars’ nine hits last Wednesday, but the locals fell short of NCAA Division II Lewis University 7-1 in Romeoville. Hurting SXU was a defense that was charged with four errors. Doubles by Barnhart and Villanova gave the Cougars their lone marker in the fifth. Matt McKenzie was the losing pitcher for SXU, which called on eight hurlers in all.

TRACK & FIELD

Both the men’s and women’s track teams totaled six points at last weekend’s Eagle Invitational hosted by Benedictine University.

No upper hand could be gained, but Richards coach Brian Wujcik was more relieved than riled last Tuesday evening. That’s because he knew the Bulldogs were in danger of taking a giant step backward. As the defending South Suburban Conference Red champion, Richards is on everyone’s list of targets. That means usually seeing opponents at their best; as a result the Bulldogs must function in a similar manner. It didn’t happen last Monday against Evergreen Park, mainly because Richards sprang a defensive leak. Five errors — three of them coming on errant throws — undermined the Bulldogs’ credible 12hit attack by allowing the Mustangs to capitalize fully on their five hits. Needless to say Evergreen’s 7-5 victory didn’t set particularly well with Wujcik. “Catching the ball’s the hard part; throwing it’s the easy part,” he said. “There shouldn’t be throwing errors. We [also] had a hard time delivering the key hit. “We told the guys at the end of the game that the coaches look back at certain games every season and say, ‘How did we lose that one?’ This is probably going to be one of those games.” But before the Mustangs could build a full head of steam, they ran into Angelo Smith. Richards’ sophomore pitcher evened things out for the Bulldogs one day later as he mowed down 14 batters on third strikes and led them to a 4-1 triumph. “He’s good already — I don’t want to think about him as a senior or even as a junior,” Evergreen coach Mark Smyth said. “He’s got good velocity for a sophomore, a good breaking ball and he’s not afraid to go inside. We weren’t really able to do anything against him.” And on the heels of Richards’ fielding misadventures, Wujcik was thrilled to see Smith dominate. “The less the ball’s in play, the better,” Wujcik said. “When you don’t have guys who can deal you a couple innings’ worth of outs — six strikeouts — you have to be perfect in the field because you need to get 20 outs instead of 14 or 15.” The Bulldogs (4-5, 2-1) jumped in front right away on Tuesday as a Mustangs error and a walk set the stage for Nick Mejia’s RBI double. Ryan Renken’s groundout also pushed across a run. JR Wazio’s sacrifice fly got one of those markers back for Evergreen in the second frame, but no more noise would be made. “We didn’t do a good job of batting with two strikes,” Smyth said. “[And] any time we got anything going, it was with two outs and we couldn’t finish it.” Richards tacked on two more runs in the fifth as Chris Zeschke, Smith (RBI double) and Noah Petrusevski (RBI single) all hit safely. “Evergreen’s not a team you can take lightly [and] it was important to win this game to stay within range of the [conference's] undefeated teams,” Wujcik said. “We know [our] team is young and there’s going to be ups and downs. I suppose this can be expected. “As the season goes on, hopefully we can firm a few things up and get more consistent.” Joe Moran, who narrowly missed firing a nohitter in his previous starting assignment, absorbed the loss. “He didn’t have his best stuff, but he kept us in the game,” Smyth said. *** The Bulldogs’ level of inconsistency was illustrated on Monday. After one of its throwing errors enabled Mark Martin (two-out walk, stolen base) to reach the plate in the first inning, Richards settled down and held a 2-1 lead after four. Noel Castro’s single in the second accounted for both Bulldogs markers. The hit followed one by Smith, plus two free passes. On the hill Mejia looked solid. “Nick was doing a nice job,” Wujcik said. “They weren’t putting anything together.” That changed in the fifth as Evergreen (5-2, 1-1) used a variety of components to forge ahead. Along with two walks, an error and a balk, the Mustangs fueled their surge with Martin’s RBI double and a two-run single from Sean Miller. “They misplayed some balls and we were able to get some big hits,” Smyth said. No hits were required for Evergreen to increase its lead in the sixth. Another defensive lapse by Richards keyed a two-out, two-run rally as it came after a hit batsman and base-on-balls. The Bulldogs got one of those tallies back in the bottom of the frame when they registered four hits,

including Brett Thomas’ double and Ryan Willett’s RBI single. With one out and the bags jammed, Martin induced an inning-ending and spirit-crushing 1-2-3 double play. That saved a win for Brian Pall, who evened his ledger at 1-1. “We’re still trying to get in a groove and find some continuity,” Smyth said. “But any time you get a split with Richards, you have to be happy with that.” Evergreen has had a knack for pestering SSC Red front-runners even before its own renaissance over the past couple seasons. Smyth couldn’t cite a specific reason why that was so, although he did present a couple possible theories. “I don’t know if we just know [the teams on] our side a little better [or] maybe it’s just pitching depth,” he said. “We always seem to have a good 1-2 punch. You get two pitchers going [good], it’s not going to be a 16-1 slugfest.” Lincoln-Way Central 10 Richards 0 Plainfield South 5 Richards 3 It wasn’t 16-1 on Saturday either, but Wujcik took no solace in that as the host Knights had their way with the Bulldogs in the first game of a fourteam tournament. Lincoln-Way Central exploded for five runs in the first and never looked back. “We rolled over [after that],” Wujcik said. “We didn’t put up a fight at all.” The Knights’ opening volley included a little of everything — three hits, two wild pitches, two steals, a passed ball, walk, Richards error, hit batsman and sacrifice fly. “We haven’t made a harmless error yet,” Wujcik said. “We put ourselves in bad positions with our defensive play. “We did not play very good baseball last week. It seemed that every loss we had was [mostly of] own doing.” Renken, Thomas and Petrusevski supplied the Bulldogs’ only hits and Castro was saddled with the pitching defeat. *** Game 2 on Saturday wasn’t such a runaway, but 11 strikeouts prevented Richards from overtaking the Cougars. Mejia (single, groundout) recorded a couple of RBI, but the Bulldogs also left the bases loaded in the fourth while trailing just 2-0. Plainfield South extended its lead in the fourth using, among other things, a bunt that came to rest on the chalk line and a bad-hop RBI single. “When things aren’t going your way, they’re not going your way,” Wujcik said. Evergreen Park 16 Rich Central 12 Erupting for 13 runs over the first three innings on Friday seemingly put the Mustangs on Easy Street, but an unseemly display on defense gave the Olympians some life. On a day when Evergreen was guilty of seven errors, Rich Central took advantage as it racked up nine runs in the third to throw a major scare into the Mustangs. Evergreen survived the threat, however, which gave Smyth an opportunity to savor his team’s 15-hit barrage. “One of the things we’ve worked on in practice is having good, quality at-bats even if you don’t get on base,” he said. “You’re making [the opposing pitcher] work and tiring him out. If you foul some pitches off, he’s eventually going to make a mistake.” Contributors to the win were plentiful and included Miller (three hits, two RBI), Mike Rizzo (two hits, two RBI), Ronnie O’Toole (two hits, two RBI), Wazio (one hit, three RBI), Brennan Quick (one hit, three RBI), Brendan Walsh (two RBI) and Martin (RBI). One of O’Toole’s hits was a triple while Miller and Rizzo both doubled. Smyth credited his veteran athletes with keeping the Mustangs on course when the Olympians mounted their comeback and said Evergreen’s success of the past couple years likely played a part. “It helps having that senior mentality of, ‘We’re fine; we just need to make a play or get a hit,’” Smyth said. “It’s really a compliment to the seniors’ focus and work ethic. They’re not just going through the motions. “We’ve gotten quality wins over RiversideBrookfield, Bloomington and Richards so far and I’m happy where we’re sitting.” Two SSC Red games against Argo and a conference crossover versus Bremen were on tap for the Mustangs this week.

Eagles continue to soar Off to 9-1 start after three more wins By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

Rome may not have been built in a day, but Sandburg was rebuilt in about that short a time frame. At least it must seem that way to all those programs that thought 2015 would be the season to issue some payback for mistreatment at the Eagles’ hands in years past. After all, no team could quickly recover from the departure of three bigtime arms, especially when those pitching absences have been accompanied by injuryinduced ones to a couple of returning starters in the field. But Sandburg has survived that — well maybe “survived” isn’t the right word. “Thrived” would actually be a better one. Through 10 games, only a single foe — Lyons Township — had gotten the better of the Eagles. Included among the early conquests were Lem-

ont, Andrew, Richards and Minooka, the latter of those being chalked up on Saturday. The Indians had Sandburg down 5-0 but couldn’t score again. Meanwhile, the Eagles ran off 11 unanswered runs to complete a perfect week. Defeated earlier in a pair of slaughter-rule outcomes were Eisenhower (18-1) and Thornton (12-0). “I don’t know how, but we’re 9-1,” Sandburg assistant coach Chuck Peters said. “We’re fortunate that we’ve picked up the ball [on defense], run the bases really well and gotten timely hits.” Peters admitted that last week’s slate wasn’t the most daunting the Eagles will face and, as a result, he was “not counting chickens before they’re hatched.” But the recipe Sandburg has used to prosper thus far obviously works against any caliber of opponent. And what made the latest

batch of triumphs noteworthy is that yet another regular, Dan Dziadkowiec, was unavailable for duty. That didn’t slow the Eagles, who continued to get solid input from seniors Jimmy Roche and Griffin Kazmierczak and freshman Brandon Comia, whose batting average hovers around .400. “It was not the intention to have him up on varsity,” Peters said of Comia, with whom he has worked for several years. “But we gave him a chance because of the injuries. He would never be up on varsity if he couldn’t handle it, but he’s extremely talented.” Comia was effective all of last week but particularly so in Saturday’s comeback against Minooka. There, Comia went 4-for-4 with two RBI. That came after he slammed a couple doubles and drove in two runs versus Thornton. Another pleasant surprise has been Kazmierczak, whose juSee Eagles, Page 5

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Sports Wrap By Anthony Nasella Shepard girls’ soccer coach Scott Wilkins said his team has two primary goals for the 2015 season: advance past the regional round and surpass the impressive 14 shutouts that last season’s squad recorded. After logging a 4-1 South Suburban Conference Red victory over Reavis last Tuesday to improve to 5-3 on the season and 3-0 in league play, the Astros are definitely looking to be the kind of team that can accomplish both of Wilkins’ goals. He said his athletes’ attitude will play a big part in making them happen. “As soon as we’re traveling and getting off the bus, the girls are getting focused for the games right away,” Wilkins said. “They get a good warm-up in and get off to a real good start. That usually happens within the first 120 minutes. “They’re a focused group who really want to prove that they’re a team to be reckoned with.” Senior all-stater Aubrey Quick led Shepard’s attack versus the Rams with two goals and an assist. Kelly Evancich and Jenny Kempczynski each tallied as well while senior netminder Heather Banis, who played a pivotal role in the Astros’ string of whitewashes a year ago, racked up the win. “Another thing they’ve really trying to accomplish is the shutouts,” Wilkins said. “We’ve had games where we’ve given up only one or two goals with the win, but the girls really want those shutouts. We want to beat last year’s record.” To be sure, Wilkins believes the team is up to the challenge of realizing its goal as Quick, Evancich, Rachel Libera and Banis are just four of the key seniors back from last season’s winning team. Evancich was an all-sectional honorable mention. “Our senior leadership is hopefully something that will hold up for us and take us into the sectional and beyond,” Wilkins said. “We have a good group of girls.” With matches against Chicago Christian, Lemont and Eisenhower this week, Shepard will have several opportunities to start building momentum that Wilkins hopes will lead to a deep state-tournament run. “These girls want to make this season a memorable on,” he said. *** Despite being without a pair of starters due to spring-break vacations, Stagg fought through a pouring rain and rolled to an impressive 4-0 win over Lincoln-Way Central Thursday morning in a SouthWest Suburban Conference crossover in Palos Hills. The Chargers scored twice in the first nine minutes to gain the upper hand and never relinquished that advantage. Paulina Stafira scored twice while Allison Mussallem and Jazmin Castanon each recorded a goal and an assist for Stagg (8-2), which won its fifth straight match. *** Sandburg (2-1-1) posted a pair of shutouts last week as it blanked Lincoln-Way East 2-0 on Tuesday and Andrew 3-0 on Thursday. Kaylyn Egyarto and Sarah DeWolf netted the Eagles’ goals in the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue triumph over the Griffins. Egyarto struck again versus the Thunderbolts, as did Christine Szymanski and Claire Sokol. *** Chicago Christian was also involved in a couple of whitewashes last week except it wound up on the short end of verdicts against Immaculate Conception (4-0) and Oak Lawn (5-0) on Thursday

and Saturday, respectively.

BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL

Stagg enjoyed a perfect week as it beat Shepard 25-16, 25-14 last Tuesday and Hinsdale South 2125, 25-22, 25-11 on Wednesday. Pat Roach supplied 19 assists, five service aces and three blocks to lift the Chargers (9-4) past the Hornets. Mike Neputy (10 kills) and Sean James (13 digs) also contributed. *** Shepard balanced out its loss to Stagg with a 25-16, 25-13 win over St. Laurence last Wednesday. Mike Schaade (seven kills), Dave Prince (four) and Edgar Madrigal (11 digs, one ace) were the Astros’ pivotal figures in the triumph. Jeset Selgado’s three kills and two blocks paced Shepard versus the Chargers.

BOYS’ WATER POLO

Stagg won three midweek matches and then three more on Saturday en route to the Niles North Invitational championship. The Chargers opened with a 13-8 victory over Homewood-Flossmoor and followed up with decisions over Lockport (9-6), Lincoln-Way East (17-4), Schaumburg (11-6), St. Charles North (96) and Naperville North (14-13 in overtime). The last three encounters were part of the invitational. *** Sandburg placed third at Niles North after capturing a couple of midweek victories. Defeated were Lincoln-Way East (13-10), H-F (5-4), Fremd (14-6) and St. Charles North (17-7). In between the latter two tourney successes, the Eagles fell short against Naperville North (7-6). Shepard lost 8-7 to St. Charles East last Wednesday.

GIRLS’ WATER POLO

Sandburg went 3-1 last week with wins being registered over Lincoln-Way East (12-6), H-F (12-5) and Lincoln-Way North (17-6), the latter coming at Saturday’s Oak Park-River Forest Invitational. The Eagles’ setback was administered by the tourney host, 9-5. Stagg fell to H-F 7-2 last Monday.

BOYS’ TRACK

Chris Goldschmidt won the shot put (47 feet, 4 inches) and discus (119 feet) as Sheoard scored 128 points to capture the Phil Svetich Invitational at Argo on Saturday. The Astros finished 14 1/2 points ahead of runner-up Rich Central. Keyon Lansdown took first in the 400-meter dash (55.53 seconds) for Shepard and its 3,200-relay team was also victorious as it clocked an 8:36.03.

BADMINTON

Sandburg captured a 12-3 victory over Joliet West last Thursday and then finished fourth at the Willowbrook Invitational on Saturday with 35 points. Stevenson scored 57 points to lead the way at Willowbrook with the host school and Glenbard East each scoring 52 points to share second place. Shepard suffered 14-1 defeats against both Oak Forest and Romeoville last week.

BOYS’ TENNIS

Sandburg claimed a 5-2 victory over LincolnWay North last Tuesday while Chicago Christian got tagged with a 5-0 loss by Lemont last Monday.

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Chicago Christian’s Tyler Edgar grimaces while throwing a pitch last Tuesday. He felt better afterward as the Knights beat visiting Ridgewood 8-3.

Knights

Continued from page 1 That was done by design — because a scheduled Saturday matchup with Argo was erased by the Argonauts’ need to make up a postponed South Suburban Conference game, Christian was idle that day. So Brauer, who is trying hard to “not have anybody carry too much of the workload,” opted for pitching by committee. As for the end of his club’s unbeaten campaign, Brauer wasn’t overly concerned. He stressed that a loss “gets you refocused because it tends to highlight the things you did wrong.” That being said, he doesn’t want to cavalierly dismiss what his athletes accomplished prior to the defeat. “[A] 14-1 [record] supports the idea the game is easy, but it’s not,” said Brauer, whose team is averaging eight runs per outing. “Our offense has been good enough and the defense has been great.” Chicago Christian 12-8 Ridgewood 5-3 Twenty runs over two contests might be surprising “when the other team is just not very good,” but that description did not fit the Rebels, champions of the MSC West a year ago. Ridgewood, however, was not at the top of its game in either meeting last week. On Monday, for instance, two errors opened the door to four Knights runs in the third. One of those miscues came on a grounder that likely would have resulted in an inning-ending double play. “In a tight game, those were

big plays,” Brauer said. “Offensively, they had more hard-hit balls [than us] in both games, but we tended to make the most of what we had.” Frieling provided an RBI single during that uprising after smacking a double one frame earlier. Dan Vos and Jacob Bulthuis garnered RBI on groundouts in the second. Later RBI men were McCarthy (fourth-inning groundout, two-run double in the seventh), Ron Clark (single in the seventh), Bolhuis (sacrifice fly in the sixth) and Jack DeVries (groundout in the sixth). Christian racked up its runs on only eight hits, prompting Brauer to say “that’s not usually how you draw it up.” The Knights were helped along by a total of three Rebels errors and eight walks. “We’re a good team when we play from ahead [because] we can play the way we want,” Brauer said. “I think most teams are like that. I don’t think that’s an anomaly just with us.” Vos earned his fifth straight pitching win with relief assistance from Bolhuis. Each pitcher fanned three batters and between them they stranded 11 Ridgewood baserunners. *** The Rebels drew first blood on Tuesday, but their lone marker in the first was buried beneath Christian’s five-run blitz generated in its initial at-bat. The Knights were one out away from coming up empty, but Wolterink (RBI single), Frieling (two-run double) and Vos (RBI single) all found pitches to their liking and Ridgewood compounded matters for itself with an error that allowed the fifth runner to cross

the plate. “I’m sure it takes a [mental] toll on you,” Brauer said, referring to the Rebels’ latest fielding mishap. Wolterink (sacrifice fly) and Frieling (RBI single) supplied runs in the fourth to offset the deuce Ridgewood had manufactured in its portion of the second. Brauer praised cleanup hitter DeVries for moving the rally along with a sacrifice bunt that put two men in scoring position. “[That’s] guys being unselfish and doing the job,” Brauer said. “We don’t have kids with egos that say, ‘I have to get an RBI hit here.’ They’re buying into doing whatever they have to do in a situation to benefit the team. “We’re very, very comfortable with who we are and we’re producing one through nine in the lineup. A lot of guys are putting together good at-bats by moving runners and we score a lot of runs [because of that]. If you’re constantly relying on three singles in an inning to score a run, you’ll have a lot of guys stranded at third.” Brauer felt his squad’s fourthinning eruption essentially sealed the deal, but just in case it didn’t the Knights tacked on one more run in the fifth when McCarthy lofted a sacrifice fly. That followed singles by Josh Hill and Clark and guaranteed a victory for reliever Tyler Edgar, who worked the final 3 2/3 innings. Chicago Christian met longtime rival Illiana Christian in a pair of MSC East games this past Monday and Tuesday. Two other contests were also on the week’s docket.

TRINITY SPORTS REPORT

Trolls golfers shine in the rain By Amy Strong Second-best was pretty darned good for Trinity Christian College golfers. That was especially true since the runner-up finish at last Thursday’s Olivet Nazarene University Spring Invitational was produced amid uncooperative weather conditions. Along with 10 other teams the Trolls had to battle the elements, but they nearly reigned in the rain. Their team score of 314 at Balmoral Woods Golf Club in Crete was compiled despite stoppages in play. Trinity also entered a second group in the field that placed sixth. Three Trolls in a field of 59 golfers wound up in the top 10, a trio led by Brian Deckinga, whose 3-over-par 75 was good enough to net him a threeway tie for second individually. Cody Tiesman carded a 78 for 18 holes, which put him in the No. 9 position, one spot in front of Jonathan Zandstra from Trinity’s “B” squad. Zandstra

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fired a 79 and tied for 10th. Also positioned among the top 20 were Logan Vos (tied for 14th with an 80) and Spencer Ten Haken (20th at 81). The Trolls played at the University of St. Francis this past Tuesday and will compete in a two-day event at Bethel (Ind.) College on Friday and Saturday.

TRACK & FIELD

The Trolls women were eighth in a 15-team lineup and the men took 12th among 19 squads at Benedictine University’s Eagle Invitational on Saturday. A few Trinity athletes also ran at Friday’s Chicagoland Championships hosted by the College of DuPage. Representing the Trolls at COD were one relay team and two distance runners for the women and Mark Bohdan for the men. Bohdan was 10th at 10,000 meters. The foursome of Ashley Jourdan, Jessica Disselkoen, Courtney Kalous and Kasey Zaremba clocked a winning time of 9 minutes, 44.3 seconds in the 3,200-relay. Anna Bos (38:37.68) and Leah VanTol both competed in the 10,000, where they finished third and eighth, respectively. *** Jourdan obviously had plenty of gas left in the tank after Friday as she registered a school-record 4:48.39 in the 1,500, which surpassed all but one performance among 97 runners and made her Trinity’s first qualifier for this year’s NAIA outdoor meet. Also contributing to the Trolls’ 33-point total were Disselkoen and Kalous, both of whom placed second as well. Disselkoen did so with an 11:17.29 in the 3,000-steeplechase, which eclipsed her own school standard by 14 seconds and qualified her for the NAIA meet. Kalous produced a Trinity record in the 800 by reaching the finish line in 2:17.63. She and Jourdan also joined Jessica Wiersma and Celina Wanta to give the Trolls an eighth in the 1,600-relay (4:08.14). Emily Dykstra supplied Trinity’s

remaining team points with her fourth place in the 100-high hurdles (15.80) and seventh in the 400-lows (1:06.62). Leading the Trolls men was Marcus Devers, who was second in the 400 (49.37) and third in the long jump (20 feet, 8 inches). He missed scoring in the 200 by one spot as he took ninth in 22.80. Matthew Schaap posted a school-record time in the 110-high hurdles with his 17:08 while Alex Clark accounted for the remainder of Trinity’s 22 points with his fourth in the 3,000-steeplechase (15:47.10). Next up for the Trolls is Saturday’s meet at Concordia University in River Forest.

BASEBALL

The start was good, the ending not so much as the Trolls went 3-2 on the diamond last week. They currently are second in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference South Division. Two of Trinity’s successes last week were in nonconference matchups, however, as it rallied for a 6-5 win in the initial encounter with Goshen (Ind.) College and then romped to a 10-3 triumph. The Trolls were down 5-2 heading into the fifth inning of the first game, but doubles by Joe McCaw and Dylan Hatch triggered a game-tying rally during that plate appearance. Kyle Van Kalker’s seventh-inning sacrifice fly then inched Trinity in front to stay. Game 2 of the doubleheader was highlighted by three-run homers from Brad Kopale and Matt Munizzi in the fourth and fifth stanzas, respectively. McCaw’s double was the key blow in a four-run third. *** The Trolls (21-16, 12-7) returned to CCAC action on Friday against Purdue-North Central and continued traveling the high road as they collected a 13-2 mercy-rule win in seven innings. PNC got its revenge on Saturday, however, as it swept a twinbill by dual scores of 6-5.

Igniting Trinity’s getaway at home in the series opener was Van Kalker, who slugged a three-run homer in the third. A 10-run fifth inning blew the contest wide open as the Trolls amassed eight hits. Counted among them were Hatch’s two-run dinger, doubles by McCaw and Zack Jones and Blake Kerzich’s two-RBI single. PNC didn’t tally until the fifth stanza. A solo homer in the seventh gave the visitors their other run. McCaw, Van Kalker (five RBI) and Marty Mennenga all went 3-for4 to lead a 14-hit assault. Nick Nauracy pitched six innings in raising his record to 5-1. Saturday’s opener featured Trinity being unable to hold a 5-3 lead it had after four frames. Only one man reached base for the Trolls over their last four at-bats. Single runs in the fifth and seventh lifted PNC into a tie and necessitated extra innings, and the home team needed only one more plate appearance to seal the deal as it drew a walk and poked two singles. Trinity let another advantage slip away in Game 2 as it gifted PNC with a couple errors in the bottom of the seventh. Those and a clutch double managed to erase the Trolls’ 5-3 edge.

SOFTBALL

It was a long and frustrating week for the Trolls, who took a six-game goose egg in the “W” column and slipped to 8-20 overall, 4-10 in the CCAC. Two of the losses occurred in conference action as Trinity fell short twice against Cardinal Stritch University, 10-2 and 9-0. The second game ended after five innings. Emily Phillips’ sacrifice f ly chased in one of the Trolls’ runs as it followed singles by Danielle Stark and Adrianna Puente. Three homers aided the Wolves in Game 2. Trinity then took part in Ashford University’s Breast Cancer Aware-

ness Jamboree over the weekend in Morrison, Ill. Two of the contests involving the Trolls went into extra innings, including the first one versus Robert Morris University. The Eagles prevailed 11-9 but not before squandering a four-run lead in the bottom of the seventh. After falling behind again in the top of the eighth, Trinity put the tying runs aboard but could not stage a second straight rally. The Trolls’ second outing was a virtual no-show on their part as they got shut out by St. Ambrose 12-0. Trinity finished with more errors (three) than hits (two). Olivet Nazarene victimized the Trolls again as it registered a 7-0 victory. More fielding mishaps plagued Trinity and its six hits were unable to adequately compensate for five errors. Six different players provided the Trolls’ hits. Trinity gave Mount Mercy University a run for its money in Saturday’s second game, which went 10 innings before the latter bagged a 7-6 win. The Trolls were down 5-0 heading into the seventh before using Puente’s three-run homer as the critical blow in a five-run uprising. Hits by Tori Grzincic, April Lynn, Stark and Natalie Cannizzo also figured in the rally. Grzincic struck again in the eighth with an RBI single that boosted Trinity into a brief lead. Mount Mercy responded in its half of the stanza, then choked off a Trolls rally in the 10th by converting double play while the bases were loaded. Mount Mercy won the game in its ensuing at-bat.

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Continued from page 1 uted as a hitter as he went 4-for-4 with two runs scored. Producing multiple-hit efforts as well were Jack Snyder (two hits, two RBI), Tyler Haizel (two hits, two runs, one RBI) and Jake Powers (two hits, one RBI). John Carmody doubled and knocked in a pair of runs while Brian Wood also finished with a hit and two RBI. “They responded by making sure they were ready,” Sefcik said, referring to his players’ week-long approach to their activities. “We did everything well — played good defense, ran the bases, pitched. [And] offensively we got way better. “Once the season starts in baseball, practice stinks. You take [batting practice] before every game, so what do you work on? When you get to play every day, it’s awesome [because] it’s difficult trying to hit when you play one day, then you’re off for two or more.” Sefcik thought Waccamaw wasn’t too bad a team. The fact Marist rolled over it led him to one conclusion. “It just goes to show you baseball up here [in Illinois] is really good,” Sefcik said. Helping to reinforce that idea was St. Rita, which also took part in the Myrtle Beach event. The Mustangs captured the overall championship. *** Before whitewashing Waccamaw, the RedHawks defeated Lake City (8-2), Cherry Hill East, N.J. (13-7), Cherokee N.J. (7-4) and Hammonton N.J. (7-4). The triumph over Cherokee was realized after Marist expunged an early 4-1 deficit. “We stayed with it and just kept battling back,” Sefcik said. “I didn’t really know what to expect [from my players before the season] because I didn’t coach them last summer, but [comebacks have] happened twice already. We also did it against De La Salle. “You can tell them anything you want, but it’s important that kids see [positive] results from what they’re doing.” Snyder picked up the pitching win after throwing 5 1/3 stanzas of three-hit relief with five strikeouts. Keying the offense was Powers, who went 3-for-4 with two RBI. Also involved were Zach Sefcik, Haizel and Kairis, all of whom stroked two hits. The younger Sefcik included a double among his and scored twice, Haizel tallied once and Kairis drove in a run. *** Pat Meehan notched Friday’s victory over Hammonton by working five innings on the mound and fanning seven. Kairis was credited with a save and also matched Haizel by going 3-for-4 at the plate. Between them the two players accounted for six of the RedHawks’ runs, five of which they scored themselves. Kairis also had an RBI. Carmody registered three RBI while hitting safely once. Kairis was the pitcher of record against Lake City last Monday as he held it to two hits over five innings. Carmody (two doubles, three RBI) and Wood (two hits, two RBI) were the principal figures on offense. Grant Kenny (3-for-3 with a double, four runs, two RBI) and Kairis (two hits, including a double, three RBI) paved the way for Marist’s high-scoring win over Cherry Hills East. Along with beginning East Suburban Catholic Conference play Saturday against Notre Dame, the RedHawks’ schedule this week featured matchups with once-defeated Sandburg and always-tough Mt. Carmel.

ST. LAURENCE

The Vikings may be veterans when it comes to spring journeys, but their inaugural trip to California presented them with a couple of surprises, one being that a doubledigit lead doesn’t automatically trigger a premature stoppage in play. “We didn’t figure that out until the fourth inning [on Tuesday],” said Lotus, whose team hit Desert Christian with back-to-back fivespots to begin the contest. “We didn’t know there wasn’t a 10-run rule.” He and St. Laurence also didn’t realize the Don Lugo Tournament would be played on four different high school fields rather than a centralized college or municipalpark site. “That part I wasn’t too crazy about,” Lotus said. “We knew where our first game was [scheduled], but it was pretty random after that.” Despite the oddities the Vikings (8-2) managed to go 3-1 and secure third place for themselves. After downing Desert Christian 14-5, things got tighter as St. Laurence slipped past Capistrano Valley 5-2 and lost 2-1 to San Dimas. Relegated to the third-place contest by that setback, the Vikings made the most of it by beating Linfield Christian 6-1.

The final encounter showed St. Laurence in peak offensive form as it smacked 10 hits and stole eight bases. Rich Lamb, Frank Greco and Nick Verta each swiped two bags, and the latter duo also collected three RBI between them. One of Verta’s came on a double. Tommy Farrell (two hits, one RBI), Dan Cummings (two hits), Anthony Chimera (RBI single) and Zach Erdman were other notables for the Vikings, who scored twice in the first to establish an edge that was never lost. In addition to garnering an RBI, Erdman was the winning pitcher as he tossed three innings of hitless relief. *** The middle two games represented the sternest tests for St. Laurence. Lotus felt his guys “played one of our best games we’ve played this year” versus Capistrano Valley on Wednesday. Certainly, Jimmy Burnette did his part as he allowed one hit through five frames while fanning seven. He was backed by good defense too as the Vikes’ lone hiccup was a first-inning error that got overshadowed by two ensuing double plays. Capistrano Valley did go in front because of that St. Laurence miscue, but the locals bounced back with two runs in the second on Mike Finger’s double. He went deep in the sixth to highlight another two-run eruption, which also featured Chimera’s RBI single. Anthony Rios provided the Vikings’ other RBI with his thirdinning hit. “They were a good team and it was a different kind of game,” Lotus said. “For the most part we’ve been ahead by a lot, so it was nice to see us in that [competitive] situation. That’s going to be more of the norm going forward instead of the other way.” San Dimas was 20-0 entering Thursday’s clash with St. Laurence and considered one of the top programs in California, and while it got the better of the Vikings Lotus was satisfied overall. The only real trouble spot, in his opinion, was St. Laurence’s nine strikeouts. Usually adept at putting bat on ball, the Vikings' high number of whiffs was the second such occurrence for them this spring. LincolnWay Central defeated St. Laurence earlier by fanning 10 batters. “It’s a little concerning for us as coaches when we strike out nine and 10 times,” Lotus said. “I was very happy with how we played defensively and obviously the way Frank [Greco] pitched, but we have to do a better job of getting guys on base. We were not putting the ball in play and didn’t have a tremendous amount of opportunities to score. “You can’t expect guys to [always] pitch like Frank did — that’s difficult to do. He was outstanding and he deserved better.” Greco was nicked for eight hits and walked two but never let San Dimas batters string much together. The California-based club did score once in the second inning, but a diving stop by Verta led to a putout at the plate and kept the two teams tied. The Vikings had tallied in the top of that same inning on an overthrow. Their only other real scoring chance was in the fifth when they put a man on third with one out. However, the would-be rally died on a groundout and popout. San Dimas then pushed across the deciding marker in its half of the seventh. “In terms of the teams [we played], it was pretty comparable to the other [spring-break] tournaments we’ve been in,” Lotus said. *** Lotus was happily surprised by St. Laurence’s rapid getaway against Desert Christian, seeing as how the game got underway at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday. The Vikings had arrived in southern California late Monday afternoon. “You never know after a flight [how things will be],” Lotus said. In case St. Laurence needed an adjustment period, Desert Christian unintentionally offered it by handing the Vikings all of their first-inning runs without benefit of a base hit. St. Laurence received four free passes, had two batters get hit by pitches and lifted a pair of sacrifice flies. Chalking up RBI were Verta, Rios, Greco, Jimmy Burnette, Sean Burnette and Kevin Aderman. “It was definitely weird,” said Lotus, who couldn’t recall ever scoring that many times without at least one hit as part of the rally. Greco (two-run double), Aderman (sacrifice fly) and Jimmy Burnette (RBI single) also struck during the Vikings’ second-inning outbreak. Two errors and a baseon-balls were factored into the uprising as well. Both Burnettes added RBI singles later on, as did Joe Madera, and Farrell had a sacrifice fly. St. Laurence stroked only eight hits but had 21 baserunners. The Vikings began Chicago Catholic League crossover play this week.

Thursday, April 16, 2015 Section 2

BROTHER RICE

Like their Catholic League counterparts, the Crusaders posted a 3-1 ledger away from home. It could have easily been a break-even venture, but Rice (11-3) staved off defeat last Tuesday in rather stunning fashion. Matched up against a St. Xavier team ranked No. 3 in the state of Kentucky and No. 48 nationally, the Crusaders found themselves trailing 2-0 after six innings. Having mustered just two hits to that point, a comeback seemed a bit of a long shot. But it was not impossible. Down to its last strike, Rice got a reprieve when Max Hughes singled. That came on the heels of two strikeouts, which had been preceded in the stanza by hits from Ryan King and Jake Ridgway. Michael Massey and Danny Paluch both coaxed walks after Hughes’ hit, which lifted the Crusaders into a tie. Andrew Dyke then beat out an infield single on a ball that deflected off the pitcher’s glove to push his team in front. Sophomore Jack Guzek saved the unexpected victory for starting pitcher Ryan Kutt. The two hurlers scattered five hits and struck out that same number of batters. “In a new environment our guys were uncomfortable, but they had to rally together,” McCarthy said. “They gave it their very best all week and it was definitely a wonderful trip [because of that]. “We knew what we were getting into [with this tournament] — we scheduled it for a reason. I honestly didn’t know if we were going to win a game, but the [main] goal was to try to come back as a [tight-knit] team. It was good to get to know each other better. “I was very, very pleased with the week. It was so much fun.” *** Rice’s tourney opener was far less drama-filled, even though the Crusaders squared off against Eastern High School, another solid Kentucky program. Three runs in the second frame got Rice off and running to a 10-0 victory last Monday. Mike Schalasky was the Crusaders’ hitting hero as he went 4-for-4 with two homers, a double and five RBI. Joe Preusser (two hits, one RBI), Massey (triple, RBI), Hughes (hit, RBI) and Kutt (hit, RBI) also chipped in to a 13-hit attack. “Schalasky’s been absolutely fantastic,” McCarthy said. “He worked really, really hard in the offseason. That doesn’t guarantee anything — sometimes you work your tail off and do everything you’re supposed to and don’t get rewarded for it — but it’s worked out for him. We’re excited for him and obviously it helps out our team.” Tom Przekwas notched his first pitching win after scattering eight hits over six innings. *** Christian Academy snapped a 4-all deadlock with a fifth-inning homer and that proved the difference last Wednesday as Rice got tagged with a 5-4 setback. The round-tripper was one of only two hits reliever Pat Smith surrendered in a 4 2/3-inning stint. The Crusaders outhit Christian Academy 7-5. Massey and Schalasky evenly split four of the hits between them, one of the former’s going for two bases. He also scored once and knocked in a run. Ridgway had Rice’s other RBI. The Crusaders rebounded on Friday to get by Ballard 5-3 as Schalasky threw a five-hitter for six innings while raising his pitching ledger to 3-0. He whiffed four and walked just one. Schalasky worked with a lead the entire day, thanks to doubles from Hughes and Dyke (RBI) that handed Rice a 1-0 advantage in the opening stanza. Massey’s double chased in two runs one inning later. Ridgway’s sacrifice fly and a Ballard error delivered the remaining two tallies. Guzek earned his second save of the week by pitching a basically uneventful seventh. “He’s a steady player, a guy that doesn’t let outside things bother him,” McCarthy said of Guzek, who is only a sophomore. “Having somebody at the back end of the bullpen you can count on is huge.” McCarthy expressed his appreciation to parents and alumni who made the Crusaders’ trip possible and said his guys are better off because of it. “We always want to challenge ourselves on the field,” he said. “We were able to get a lot of guys [playing] time and we feel like we’re prepared going into the Catholic League season.” *** Instead of resting upon their return home, the Crusaders got back into action versus Andrew on Saturday. They were not at their best, however, as evidenced by the 10 free passes issued to the Thunderbolts, which helped the latter gain an 8-5 win. Schalasky was 3-for-4 and five players had RBI, but that got offset by Andrew’s trio of Tom Bushnell, Mike Carey and Ramon Padilla, each of whom drove in two runs. Bushnell also pocketed the pitching triumph.

Hitting it where they ain’t

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Trevor Wolterink finds the open spaces in Ridgewood’s defense and delivers a hit for Chicago Christian last Tuesday.

Ike is to Spartans’ liking

Cardinals fall twice to Oak Lawn in SSC Red By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

At long last Oak Lawn caught a break. Not that Spartans coach Bill Gerny would ever downplay any opponent, but the reality is a grim scheduling situation grew a little less so last week when Oak Lawn entered South Suburban Conference Red play. While Eisenhower certainly wasn’t going to roll over and die for the Spartans, it also didn’t present nearly as huge an obstacle to clear as several nonconference foes had the week before. And Oak Lawn didn’t squander its opportunity to get back on track. It did so by nipping the Cardinals 2-1 last Monday and then blanking them 8-0 in a Tuesday rematch. The good times continued through Wednesday too as the Spartans got past Harlan 7-5. Lincoln-Way West brought an end to the festivities with an 11-5 triumph on Friday in a game that was hastily scheduled after Morgan Park backed out of an agreement to meet Oak Lawn on Saturday. What made the loss to the Warriors go down a little easier for Gerny was that, in comparison to some earlier setbacks, the Spartans exhibited fight after Lincoln-Way West jumped out to a 10-3 edge in the first two innings. “It had the feel of a St. Rita or Lyons Township [matchup], where we dug ourselves a hole and folded up,” he said. “But I was glad to see our guys competed and didn’t let it get out of hand. It was a good warm-up for Richards [this past Monday and Tuesday].” Oak Lawn (4-7, 2-0) immediately dealt itself into the SSC Red race by shuffling the Cards aside with strong pitching. Both sophomore Chad Cwik and senior Matt Witkowski excelled, the former doing so first by tossing a complete game with seven strikeouts and two hits allowed. Cwik needed just 87 pitches to outduel Eisenhower’s Justin Longoria, who limited the Spartans to five hits. Two of those followed a hit batsman in the first, however, and gave Oak Lawn the only runs it required to prevail. Joe Dodaro slammed a double to drive in Boo Quillin and John Roberts’ single plated Dodaro. “[For a while] it was like a reoccurring nightmare,” Gerny said of his club’s offense. “[Longoria] had control of three different pitches and our guys were [often] out on their front foot. It’d be nice to step on [an opponent’s] throat when we get them down.” The Spartans put two men aboard in a couple other innings but to no avail. Of particular note was the fifth, which began with a Cardinals error and Quillin’s double but concluded quietly when a groundout and two strikeouts followed in succession. Those failures nearly came back to haunt Oak Lawn, but Cwik made sure the potential tying run got left at second base in the seventh by ending the contest with a strikeout. “We hadn’t pitched him in two weeks [because of elbow tenderness], but he was really in control,” Gerny said of Cwik. “It was definitely a step in the right direction for us and a nice change from what happened the week before, and it was nice to give ourselves a little bit of a cushion starting out in conference.” *** Witkowski, who’d taken two losses the previous

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Continued from page 3 nior season was rather undistinguished. He spent it as a backup catcher and was termed a “so-so hitter” by Peters, but Kazmierczak has assumed a meatier role this spring and done so with a measureable upswing in productivity — and that doesn’t only include on offense. “I think he’s thrown out every one of the guys who’s tried to steal on him,” Peters said. “It’s nice to have a catcher no one wants to run on and he’s one of the best teammates you could have.” Kazmierczak complemented his strong work behind the dish with a good showing at the plate. He joined Comia in harassing the Indians by delivering a 3-for-4 performance that

week, was also dominant against Eisenhower as he silenced it on five hits while whiffing eight batters on Tuesday. He issued no walks and was supported by improved fielding behind him. “Our defense has been such a black hole,” Gerny said. “One of the things we’ve been stressing is getting dirty and getting down to get balls in the infield.” With the pitching and defense in good working order, all the Spartans needed to complete a series sweep was some hits. Oak Lawn piled up 13 of them, four of which were supplied by Bobby Beard. His double and Dodaro’s single gave the Spartans a 2-0 lead in the second and Ryne Melnik’s sacrifice fly eventually chased in another run. Dodaro’s first-inning single had gotten Oak Lawn’s scoring underway, and neither he nor Beard was done making an impact. Beard’s single and Dodaro’s sacrifice fly were both part of a four-run fourth and Beard singled home Quillin (single) with the Spartans’ final tally in the seventh after Roberts doubled in between them. Also providing RBI for Oak Lawn was Yunis Halim, who did so with his two-run single. Oak Lawn 7 Harlan 5 Last Wednesday’s game was played in cool and windy conditions and got stopped after five innings because of approaching darkness. Before that happened, the Spartans roared back from a 4-0 deficit to bag a satisfying victory. Gerny had anticipated trouble for his hitters when he got a look at Harlan’s hard-throwing pitcher, but doubles by Quillin, Beard (RBI) and Roberts (RBI) during Oak Lawn’s first at-bat allayed those fears. Dodaro also contributed a run-scoring single as the Spartans climbed into a 4-all tie. “Our guys are accustomed to seeing guys with that kind of fastball and a good secondary pitch,” Gerny said. “They’ve had to battle at the plate, but when all they were seeing [here] was fastballs, they were able to time them and have some fun. Our guys completely proved me wrong.” Dodaro and Quillin both had RBI doubles later in the contest. Gerny has especially liked Dodaro’s recent play. “He’s thriving in pressure situations,” Gerny said. “If there’s guys on base in a clutch situation, he’s been coming through. It’s good to see.” Oak Lawn finished with nine hits and was victorious despite giving up a dozen free passes to the Falcons. While Gerny wasn’t thrilled with that aspect of the Spartans’ performance, he did appreciate their ability to take care of business against a comparable foe. “Harlan looked like a team very similar to us — good players but with a tendency to make some mistakes,” Gerny said. “It was nice to see how we matched up with teams other than the top teams. There were positives to build off of.” *** Ivan Georgelos and Quillin both poked tworun singles for Oak Lawn versus Lincoln-Way West. Dodaro also collected an RBI while Beard doubled. Among three pitchers Halim was the most prominent as he worked 4 1/3 innings of relief on a yield of only two hits. Besides their confrontations with Richards, the Spartans also had scheduled games against Tinley Park, Marist and Hillcrest this week. “We’ll have a better idea of how the [rest of the] season’s going to go after this week,” Gerny said. “Richards week is always a big week.”

included two doubles and two RBI. That occurred one day after he collected two hits and three RBI in the win over Eisenhower. “A lot of guys we knew were decent have stepped up,” Peters said. “Two pitchers [in that group] are Marco Babic and Jake Tablerion.” Also drawing notice last week was Andy Gayton, who totaled eight hits and six RBI over the three games. His best day was Friday opposite the Cardinals, whom he torched with a 4-for4, three-RBI display. Sean McShane was another imposing threat to Eisenhower as he went 3-for-3 with one run batted in. And not to be forgotten either was Roche, who pocketed Saturday’s pitching victory with a five-strikeout, four-hit exhibition over five innings. As a batter he contributed two hits and one RBI. He was a factor

too against Thornton by going 3-for-4 with two doubles and a pair of RBI. Matt Owens earned the decision on the hill that game. Five different hurlers were used versus Eisenhower. Peters said the Eagles were “going to find out what we’re made of” this week with games that included a pair against fellow SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue member Homewood-Flossmoor. But even when pitted against teams that don’t match up favorably with it, Sandburg must be wary because its reputation precedes it. An upset of the Eagles would rank as a seasonal high point for numerous programs. “You play who’s on your schedule and win whatever you can,” Peters said. “[But] I enjoy [being the hunted] and the kids enjoy it too.”

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Community Sports News RYAN HIGHLIGHTS EVERGREEN TRACK PERFORMANCE

Joey Ryan didn’t waste any time making an impact outdoors. The Evergreen Park junior starred for the Mustangs boys’ track team at Saturday’s Gary Anderson Invitational, hosted by Riverside-Brookfield. Ryan, a state qualifier in the pole vault as a sophomore, bettered his own school record in the event when he cleared 13 feet at R-B. Also cited by Evergreen coaches was senior Don Lewis, who ran in the 110-meter high hurdles. The Mustangs will take part in the Homewood-Flossmoor Invitational this week.

TRINITY TO RUN SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS

Trinity Christian College will offer a variety of summer sports camps for youngsters in grades K-9. Each week-long camp will be directed by Trolls head coaches and assisted by Trinity student-athletes. Among the scheduled events are a boys’ basketball camp for grades 3-9 June 22-26 and July 13-17; a girls’ basketball camp for grades 5-8 June 22-26; a boys’ baseball camp for grades 1-8 July 6-10; a girls’ softball camp for grades 1-8 June 22-26; a boys’ and girls’ soccer camp for grades K-8 June 22-26; a boys’ and girls’ track-andfield camp for grades 3-8 June 29-July 2; and a boys’ and girls’ volleyball camp for grades 5-9 July 20-24. For more information or to register online, visit www.trnty.edu/summercamps. Information can also be obtained by calling 239-4779.

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YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS COMING TO MORAINE

Moraine Valley College will host youth camps in basketball, tennis and volleyball this summer. Athletic director and former Cyclones basketball coach Bill Finn will conduct a hoops camp for youngsters entering grades 3-8 July 13-16 from 9-10:30 a.m. daily. A volleyball camp for kids entering grades 5-9, headed up by Moraine coach Mark Johnston, will run that same week from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. each day. Women’s tennis coach and former Cyclones player Nicole Selvaggio will lead a camp for youngsters entering grades 5-12 July 6-9. There will be two daily sessions: 9-10:30 a.m. for grades 5-8, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for grades 9-12. The cost of each camp is $70. Registration can be made through Moraine’s athletics department. For more information, visit www.morainevalley.edu/Athletics/summer camp. htm. or call 974-5727.

SOUTH SIDE SHOOTERS HAVE PLAYER OPENING

The South Side Shooters 5th-grade basketball team needs one player to complete its spring roster. Practices are held at Moraine Valley College and the Shooters compete in local tournaments. To schedule a tryout or for more information, contact Bill Finn at 508-0170 or coachfinn34@yahoo.com.

JUMP-SHOT SCHOOL COMING TO EVERGREEN “In the Paint Basketball” will conduct

a jump-shot school for players aged 8-14 Saturday from 10:30-11:15 a.m. at the Evergreen Fitness Center, 2700 W. 91st St. For more information, call Mike Robinson at (773) 257-7525 or visit the website at www.itphoops.com.

SHRINERS FOOTBALL GAME SET FOR JUNE 20

The Illinois Football Coaches Association and the Shriners of Illinois will co-host the 41st annual Illinois High School Shrine Game on June 20 at Tucci Stadium on the campus of Illinois Wesleyan University. Eighty-eight of the state’s best football players will participate in the contest, which helps raise money for Shriners Hospital for Children, the official philanthropy of Shriners International. Last year’s event raised over $23,000 that went directly to providing medical care for children at Shriners Hospital. Kickoff will be at 1 p.m., but the day’s festivities get underway at 9 a.m. with a Walk for LOVE event at the stadium. A postgame banquet will feature Alex Tanney, who competed in the 2006 game and now plays for the Tennessee Titans, as guest speaker. More information about scheduled events, along with rosters for both the East and West teams, can be found at www.ilshrinegame.com<http:// www.ilshrinegame.com/>. Information can also be ontained by calling Eric Tjarks (217) 781-2400 or Matt Hawkins at (309) 665-0033.

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Property Listings Chargers earn split in pair of extended games By Ken Karrson For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR WASHINGTON MUTUAL ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES WMABS SERIES 2006-HE4 TRUST Plaintiff, -v.ROBERTO CUEVAS, MARIA CUEVAS A/K/A MARIS CUEVAS, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., COURTYARD TOWNHOMES OF PALOS HILLS TOWN HOME OWNERS ASSN. NFP INC., CITY OF CHICAGO Defendants 13 CH 023573 7954 W. 108TH STREET UNIT G PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 18, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 20, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7954 W. 108TH STREET UNIT G, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-13-300-069, Property Index No. (23-13-300-012 underlying). The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-13-24942. 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. 14-13-24942 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 023573 TJSC#: 35-3468 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. I650855

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Extra effort paid off for Stagg on Saturday — well one time anyway. The Chargers, however, twice went beyond regulation while playing in a tournament against Lake Zurich and Conant. That meant Stagg had to settle for a split. The contests were virtual mirror images of each other — both, in fact, wound up with 5-4 final scores. The Chargers captured the first of those against the Bears in eight innings after squandering a 4-1 lead. The tables got turned in the next encounter as Stagg was the one to rally from a 3-1 deficit in the seventh. The Chargers then went ahead in the top of the ninth, only to see the Cougars counter with a deuce. Even though Stagg (6-4) couldn’t complete a sweep, coach Matt O’Neill liked what he saw from his club. That included the two-out comeback versus Conant, which was made possible by Gary Kopca, who stroked a two-RBI single after a walk and Mike Bibbiano’s hit. “I think we’ve shown a little bit in terms of answering [challenges],” O’Neill said. “Some of these juniors are really pushing it in terms of getting into the lineup — we’ve got to find a spot for [Kopca] to play.” Also satisfying to O’Neill was a solid defensive exhibition. “I think we made one error on the day,” he said. “We’ve started figuring out some things about where guys can play and at what position. Some things are starting to sort themselves out.” Two more juniors, Joe Van Nieuwenhuyse and Nate Miranda, spearheaded Stagg’s ninthinning noisemaking. Miranda singled in Van Nieuwenhuyse, who had also hit safely and advanced on an error and passed ball. Kopca doubled after Miranda but no additional damage could be inflicted upon the Cougars. And then Conant got its chance to respond and managed to do so. Like the Chargers in the seventh, the Cougars were one out away from extinction but had the tying run on base. A free pass put the runner in scoring position and then James Brady forged a tie with his single. Ryan Roberts followed with another hit to snatch victory away from Stagg. Miranda took the loss in relief of Bibbiano. ***

Max Downs’ bases-clearing double in the fifth was the Chargers’ biggest hit against Lake Zurich through the first seven stanzas. That gave Stagg a 4-1 edge, which looked reasonably safe with Nick Worst on the hill. Worst, who has been brought along rather slowly by O’Neill because of some minor ailments, struck out six over five-plus innings and appeared in command. But the Bears fought back to tie with two runs in the sixth that chased Worst and brought on Nick Gerzon. All Gerzon did was slam the door on Lake Zurich as he fanned two and gave up just one hit in 2 2/3 innings of relief. “He threw 20 pitches and 18 were for strikes,” O’Neill said. “It was a pretty impressive performance for a guy who struggled in his two previous appearances. He made some adjustments working on the side and kept the ball down. When he was having problems, he was throwing pitches high. “I think he and Nick Worst are both going to play big roles for us.” Once Gerzon stymied the Bears, all the Chargers needed to do was pick up a run, which they did in the eighth when Gus Martinez drove in Downs. Both players singled. Mitchell Spencer (sacrifice fly) also had an RBI for Stagg. Stagg 9 Lincoln-Way West 5 Bibbiano ran his pitching ledger to 3-0 last Monday by scattering seven hits and striking out three. That didn’t prevent the Warriors from gaining an early upper hand, but seven runs racked up between the third and fourth innings put the Chargers in control. Spencer’s three-run homer and Ethan Glaza’s single accounted for the first batch of scoring, then Glaza (RBI double), Bibbiano (single), Brett Stratinsky (RBI double) and Calogelo Martinez (sacrifice fly) all chipped in to the rally that staked Stagg to an 8-4 advantage. “I’m still hoping guys in the middle of the order are going to come around, [but] overall we’re playing pretty well,” O’Neill said. “We haven’t gotten off to the greatest starts the past few years, so we’re pretty happy being 6-4.” The Chargers begin SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue action this week with a pair of matchups against Joliet Central.

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BROTHER RICE 10, EASTERN (KY.) 0 Brother Rice 031 042 -- 10 Eastern (Ky.) 000 000 -- 0 Brother Rice 2B: Schalasky. 3B: Massey. HR: Schalasky 2. RBI: Schalasky 5, Hughes, Kutt, Massey, Preusser. WP: Przekwas (1-0).

RICHARDS 4, EVERGREEN PARK 1 Richards 200 020 0 -- 4 Evergreen Park 010 000 0 -- 1 Richards 2B: Mejia, Smith. RBI: Mejia, Petrusevski, Renken, Smith. WP: Smith (1-1). Evergreen Park RBI: Wazio. LP: Moran (1-1)

BROTHER RICE 3, ST. XAVIER (KY.) 2 Brother Rice 000 000 3 -- 3 St. Xavier (Ky.) 000 011 0 -- 2 Brother Rice RBI: Dyke, Massey, Paluch. WP: Kutt (3-1).

L-W CENTRAL 10, RICHARDS 0 L-W Central 512 02 -- 10 Richards 000 00 -- 0 Richards LP: Castro (0-1).

CHRIST. ACAD. (KY.) 5, BRO. RICE 4 Brother Rice 130 000 0 -- 4 Christian Academy (Ky.) 400 010 x -- 5 Brother Rice 2B: Massey. RBI: Massey, Ridgway. LP: Smith (0-1). BROTHER RICE 5, BALLARD (KY.) 3 Brother Rice 121 001 0 -- 5 Ballard (Ky.) 001 011 0 -- 3 Brother Rice 2B: Dyke, Hughes, Massey. RBI: Massey 2, Dyke, Ridgway. WP: Schalasky (3-0). ANDREW 8, BROTHER RICE 5 Andrew 100 213 1 -- 8 Brother Rice 000 202 1 -- 5 Brother Rice RBI: Dyke, King, Paluch, Preusser, Ridgway. LP: Alarcon (01). CHI. CHRISTIAN 12, RIDGEWOOD 5 Chicago Christian 024 102 3 -- 12 Ridgewood 002 200 1 -- 5 Chicago Christian 2B: Frieling, McCarthy. RBI: McCarthy 3, Bolhuis, Bulthuis, Clark, DeVries, Frieling, Vos. WP: Vos (5-0). CHI. CHRISTIAN 8, RIDGEWOOD 3 Ridgewood 120 000 0 -- 3 Chicago Christian 500 210 x -- 8 Chicago Christian 2B: Frieling. RBI: Frieling 3, Wolterink 2, McCarthy, Vos. WP: Edgar (2-0). WHEATON ACAD. 8, CHI. CHRIST. 3 Wheaton Academy 000 204 2 -- 8 Chicago Christian 001 020 0 -- 3 Chicago Christian 2B: Frieling. 3B: McCarthy. RBI: Frieling, Wolterink. LP: Bolhuis (2-1). OAK LAWN 2, EISENHOWER 1 Eisenhower 000 000 1 -- 1 Oak Lawn 200 000 x -- 2 Oak Lawn 2B: Dodaro, Quillin. RBI: Dodaro, Roberts. WP: Cwik (1-1). OAK LAWN 8, EISENHOWER 0 Oak Lawn 102 400 1 -- 8 Eisenhower 000 000 0 -- 0 Oak Lawn 2B: Beard, Roberts. RBI: Dodaro 3, Halim 2, Beard, Melnik. WP: Witkowski (2-2). OAK LAWN 7, HARLAN 5 Harlan 401 00 -- 5 Oak Lawn 421 0x -- 7 Oak Lawn 2B: Quillin 2, Beard, Dodaro, Roberts. RBI: Dodaro 2, Beard, Quillin, Roberts. WP: Swatek (1-0). L-W WEST 11, OAK LAWN 5 Oak Lawn 122 000 0 -- 5 L-W West 550 100 x -- 11 Oak Lawn 2B: Beard. RBI: Georgelos 2, Quillin 2, Dodaro. LP: Dunne (0-2). EVERGREEN PARK 7, RICHARDS 5 Evergreen Park 100 042 0 -- 7 Richards 020 021 0 -- 5 Evergreen Park 2B: Martin. RBI: Miller 2, Martin. WP: Pall(1-1). Richards 2B: Thomas, Quick, Zeschke. RBI: Castro 2, Mejia, Renken, Willett. LP: Mejia (2-1). EVERGREEN P. 16, RICH CENT. 12 Evergreen Park 373 111 0 -- 16 Rich Central 119 010 0 -- 12 Evergreen Park 2B: Miller, Rizzo. 3B: O’Toole. RBI: Quick 3, Wazio 3, Miller 2, O’Toole 2, Rizzo 2, Walsh 2, Martin. WP: P. Doran (1-0).

PLAINFIELD SO. 5, RICHARDS 3 Richards 000 010 2 –-- 3 Plainfield So. 020 300 x -- 5 Richards 2B: Zeschke. RBI: Mejia 2. LP: Renken (0-2). SHEPARD 10, ARGO 0 Argo 000 00 -- 0 Shepard 004 51 -- 10 Shepard 3B: Gregory. RBI: Gregory 4, Gorski, Marinec, Peterka, Smith. WP: Horbach (1-1). SHEPARD 4, ARGO 1 Shepard 003 001 0 -- 4 Argo 000 100 0 -- 1 Shepard 2B: Peterka. HR: Peterka. RBI: Peterka 3. WP: Gregory (3-0). SHEPARD 9, BREMEN 4 Shepard 041 310 0 -- 9 Bremen 001 030 0 -- 4 Shepard 2B: Gorski 2. HR: Longfield. RBI: Gorski 3, Marinec 2, Horbach, Longfield, Mundo, Peterka. WP: Smith (2-0). JOLIET CENTRAL 13, SHEPARD 1 Joliet Central 641 02 -- 13 Shepard 000 10 -- 1 Shepard 2B: Gregory. RBI: Gregory. LP: Longfield (0-1). STAGG 9, L-W WEST 5 L-W West 201 100 1 -- 5 Stagg 104 310 x -- 9 Stagg 2B: Glaza, Nowak, Spencer, Stratinsky. HR: Spencer. RBI: Spencer 3, Glaza 2, Bibbiano, Downs, C. Martinez, Stratinsky. WP: Bibbiano (3-0). STAGG 5, LAKE ZURICH 4 Stagg 000 130 01 -- 5 Lake Zurich 000 112 00 -- 4 Stagg 2B: Downs, Nowak. RBI: Downs 3, G. Martinez, Spencer. WP: Gerzon (1-1). CONANT 5, STAGG 4 Stagg 000 010 201 -- 4 Conant 010 020 002 -- 5 Stagg 2B: Kopca. RBI: Kopca 2, Miranda. LP: Miranda (0-2). ST. LAUR. 14, DESERT CHRISTIAN 5 Desert Christian 000 023 0 -- 5 St. Laurence 550 220 x -- 14 St. Laurence 2B: S. Burnette, Greco. RBI: J. Burnette 3, Greco 3, Aderman 2, S. Burnette 2, Farrell, Madera, Rios. WP: Robles (2-0). ST. LAUR. 5, CAPISTRANO VAL. 2 Capistrano Valley 100 000 1 -- 2 St. Laurence 021 002 x -- 5 St. Laurence 2B: Finger. HR: Finger. RBI: Finger 3, Chimera, Rios. WP: J. Burnette (1-1). SAN DIMAS 2, ST. LAURENCE 1 St. Laurence 010 000 0 -- 1 San Dimas 010 000 1 -- 2 St. Laurence LP: Greco (2-1). ST. LAURENCE 6, LINFIELD CHRIST. St. Laurence 210 201 0 -- 6 Linfield Christian 001 000 0 -- 1 St. Laurence 2B: Verta. RBI: Verta 2, Chimera, Erdman, Farrell, Greco. WP: Erdman (1-0).

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.ANDRZEJ MAKA, MATGORZATA MAKA, WOODLAND ESTATES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. Defendants 10 CH 046908 8652 S. 85TH COURT HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 19, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 21, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 8652 S. 85TH COURT, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 18-35-307-053-1002. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-12676. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-12676 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 10 CH 046908 TJSC#: 35-3503 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. I652061

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Call 708-396-0113 For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-GEL2 Plaintiff, -v.IRENA CACHRO Defendants 12 CH 000114 8950 W. 103RD STREET PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 24, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 26, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8950 W. 103RD STREET, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 2310-409-001. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-13-29012. 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. 14-13-29012 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 000114 TJSC#: 35-3644 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. I651961

EVERBANK Plaintiff, -v.MARIO M. RODRIGUEZ AKA MARIO RODRIGUEZ, NETTIE RODRIGUEZ AKA NETTIE RODIQUEZ Defendants 13 CH 00587 8714 S. Rockwell Ave. Evergreen Park, IL 60805 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 24, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 27, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8714 S. Rockwell Ave., Evergreen Park, IL 60805 Property Index No. 24-01-203-047-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $287,652.06. Sale terms: 25% of the bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 13 CH 00587 TJSC#: 35-4130 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION 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 . JAMES J. RICOBENE A/K/A JAMES RICOBENE; DEBRA A. RICOBENE A/K/A DEBRA RICOBENE; PNC BANK, N.A. S/I/I TO NATIONAL CITY BANK; STATE OF ILLINOIS; MUIRFIELD HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION; SELECT MEDICAL CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, D e f e n d a n t s 11 CH 15561 Property Address: 16821 MUIRFIELD DRIVE ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Shapiro Kreisman & Assoc. file # 11-050635 (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 July 11, 2012, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on May 21, 2015, 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 16821 Muirfield Drive, Orland Park, IL 60467 Permanent Index No.: 27-29-204-015 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $ 822,809.82. 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, Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 291-1717, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays o n l y . I652893

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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 PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO MID AMERICA BANK, FSB Plaintiff, v s . PIOTR GARUS; MARGARET GARUS A/K/A M A R G A R E T MARIA GARUS A/K/A MARGARET WICKOWSKI A / K / A MALGORZATA M. GARUS; WOODS EDGE H O M E O W N E R S ' ASSOCIATION; BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A. F/K/A HARRIS N.A.; Defendants, 13 CH 21512 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on July 22, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, May 5, 2015, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 23-22-200-034-1082. Commonly known as 9197 North Road, Unit F, Palos Hills, Il 60465. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1313137. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I651377

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK NA AS TRUSTEE FOR M E R R I L L LYNCH MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST; M O R T G A G E LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2 0 0 6 H E 1 ; P l a i n t i f f , v s . JOHN J. HOOKER; HEATHER A. MARLOWE AKA HEATHER A. HOOKER; FORD MOTOR CREDIT C O M P A N Y LLC; CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA) NA; ARROW FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC; CADLEROCK JOINT VENTURE II, LP AN OHIO LIMITED PARTNERSHIP AS ASSIGNEE OF CADLEWAY PROPERTIES INC. A TEXAS CORPORATION, ASSIGNEE OF FIFTH T H I R D BANK (CHICAG0) A MICHIGAN BANKING C O R P O R A T I O N AS SUCCESSOR TO OLD KENT BANK; S O U T H M O O R COUNTRY CLUB HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION; D e f e n d a n t s , 14 CH 19202 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, May 4, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 9430 Dunmurry Drive, Orland Park, IL 60462. P.I.N. 23-34-307-010-0000. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 14-028812 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I651354

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“10 in the Park” RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.RAMON B. BELICANO JR., ANNA L. DAVID, BANK OF AMERICA AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO LASALLE BANK MIDWEST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, COLETTE HIGHLANDS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 002563 15611 SCOTSGLEN ROAD ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 29, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 8, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 15611 SCOTSGLEN ROAD, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-17-406-011-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-10788. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-10788 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 002563 TJSC#: 35-5070 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. I651643

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. FirstSecure Bank and Trust Co., f/k/a Family Bank and Trust Company, f/k/a First State Bank and Trust Company of Palos Hills, P l a i n t i f f , v s . FirstSecure Bank and Trust Co., t/u/t #4-450, Wealth E. One, Inc., an Illinois corporation, Woodcrest Owners Association, an Illinois not-for-profit corporation, Village of Crestwood, Best-Vend Corp., an Illinois corporation, Unknown Owners and Non-Record C l a i m a n t s , D e f e n d a n t s . 14 CH 4657; Sheriff's No. 140880-001F. 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 6, 2015, at 1:00 P.M. in Room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: PIN: 28-04-401-054-0000. Address: 14001 Leonard Drive, Crestwood, IL 60465.Improvements: Multi-Unit apartment building.Sale shall be under the following terms: 25% down in certified funds or cashier's check, balance due in 24 hours by same.Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any prior first mortgages. Premises will NOT be open for inspection. For information: Jonathan Koyn (45386), Plaintiff's Attorney, 1034 Sterling Ave., #8, Flossmoor, IL 60422, Tel. No. (708) 960-0487.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.I651552

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.BILAL RAFATI A/K/A BELAL A. RAFATI, SHAREEN RAFATI A/K/A SHIREEN M. RAFATI, WELLS FARGO BANK, NA S/B/M TO WELLS FARGO BANK SOUTHWEST, NA F/K/A WACHOVIA MORTGAGE FSB, F/K/A WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB, UNKNOWN SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF THE GLADYS STAM TRUST DATED 5/13/1999, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CAPITAL ONE BANK, GMAC, LLC, CITIBANK N.A. S/I/I TO CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA), N.A., UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE GLADYS STAM TRUST DATED 5/13/1999, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 7014 7503 HALESIA COURT ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 2, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 7, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7503 HALESIA COURT, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-13-203-0020000. The real estate is improved with a one story, single family home with a two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1129183. 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. PA1129183 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 7014 TJSC#: 35-5362 I652272

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION MIDFIRST BANK, Plaintiff V. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR LEGATEES OF CHRISTNE A. FIGURA A/K/A CHRISTINE FIGURA, DECEASED; FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION; JULIE E. FOX, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CHRISTNE A. FIGURA A/K/A CHRISTINE FIGURA, DECEASED; JEFFERY S. FIGURA; ANN MARIE FIGURA; ALBERT P. FIGURA; DAN S. FIGURA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS, Defendants Case No. 14 CH 4685 Calendar No. 60 Property Address: 5932 107TH PLACE CHICAGO RIDGE, IL 60415 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Shapiro Kreisman & Assoc. file # 14-071599 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure sales.) PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on January 8, 2015, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on May 19, 2015, 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 5932 107th Place, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Permanent Index No.: 24-17-420-026-0000 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $98,615.61. 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 â€œas is,â€ 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 www.kallenrs.com. For information: Sale Clerk, Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC, 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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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.EDVARDAS SLUSNYS, JURGITA SLUSNYS, CITIZENS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Defendants 14 CH 015842 9020 W. 92ND STREET HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 18, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 20, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9020 W. 92ND STREET, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-03-410-025. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-18353. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-18353 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 015842 TJSC#: 35-3472 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. I650851

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.JAKUB J. KAMINSKI, SCENIC TREE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 14 CH 019086 10205 S. 86TH TERRACE UNIT #211 PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 20, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 22, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10205 S. 86TH TERRACE UNIT #211, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-302-003-1055. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-09617. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-09617 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 019086 TJSC#: 35-5000 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. I651629

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION INTERBANK MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.TADEUSZ SZWAJNOS, IZABELA SZWAJNOS, CITIBANK, N.A. S/I/I TO CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA), N.A. Defendants 12 CH 17271 8824 WEST 92ND PLACE HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 27, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 22, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8824 WEST 92ND PLACE, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-03-412-091-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached 2 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1209222. 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. PA1209222 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 17271 TJSC#: 35-4055 I652833

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.ROBERT ZAWACKI, FIRST MIDWEST BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 008802 8710 W. 170TH PLACE 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 March 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 27, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8710 W. 170TH PLACE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-26-112-015. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-09448. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-09448 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 008802 TJSC#: 35-4596 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. I650849

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

BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS This Week Bicycling the South Shore of Lake Superior A slide show of a 760-mile bicycling and camping adventure along the south shore of Lake Superior will be featured on Sunday, April 19. at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Adventure photographer John Lynn will tell tales, both short and tall, and show photographs, of his trip, starting at Duluth, MN, passing through northern Wisconsin and northern Michigan, and concluding at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. His slide show will include sights of the Keweenau Peninsula, the Apostle Islands, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Tahquamenon Falls, and more Lynn is a writer, humorist, traveler, and educator from Peoria. Lynn’s presentation is part of the Emerson Hill series at The Center. The evening will begin with a dinner at 5:30 p.m., followed by the program at 6:30 p.m. Dinner costs $20 per person and requires advance reservations. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Birds luncheon Birdfeeding and birdwatching will be featured at a Tuesday luncheon on April 21, from noon to 2 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Mel Tracy from Wild Birds Unlimited will show slides and discuss the types of birds we might see in our yards and the types of foods and feeders that attract each type of bird. After the luncheon, weather permitting, those who choose to continue are invited to take a short walk outside with Tracy to look for migrating spring warblers. Binoculars will be helpful. Tracy will speak following a luncheon, which costs $18 and requires advance reservations. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Earth Day Labyrinth Walk Earth Day will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 22 at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. with a labyrinth walk at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Pastoral Director Chris Hopkins invites people to walk the labyrinth to prayerfully reflect upon the ecological state of our home planet and perhaps discover ways we can add to the health and vitality of all living beings. The labyrinth is a large circular stone path for spiritual meditation, located at the far north end of The Center parking lot. There is no charge for the program, and no reservations are necessary. For more, call 361-3650.

Yoga Class A new-four week series of Gentle Yoga classes will be offered at The Center on Tuesdays, beginning April 21, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The class will meet at the Anderson Activity Center of The Children’s Farm, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Instructor Valerie Lindstrom will lead the yoga sessions, which will include discussion and practice on breathing, relaxation, and centering, as well as movement and poses. Yoga newcomers are welcome. Students should dress in comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. The five-week class costs $40. Registration is required. Call The Center: 361-3650.

Upcoming Basketry classes The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park, will offer Basketry workshops on six Thursdays, beginning April 23, at 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Lois Shive of Palos Heights will teach the morning classes, and Jane Dwyer of Park Forest will teach the evening students. All new basketry students make a wood-bottomed basket, with a choice of colored trim, and then may choose two more basket styles to complete during the six-week session. Basket classes cost $90 per six-week session, plus a $25 materials fee. Advance registration is required. Call 361-3650.

Nature photography workshops A series of nature photography workshops for adults will be hosted on four Saturday mornings beginning April 25, 9 to 11 a.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Instructor Rick Steffen has timed this class to take advantage of outdoor walks to shoot the colorful spring wildflowers. Steffen also plans indoor sessions for discussions and to critique student photos. Students should bring either a film or a digital camera and dress to be outdoors. The class fee is $60. Advance registration is required. To register, call The Center at 361-3650 or visit www.thecenterpalos.org for more information.

Summer outdoor art for kids registration Registration is now open for Summer Outdoor Art classes for Kids at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Two-week sessions begin June 22, July 6 and 20, and Aug. 3. Classes meet Monday, Wednesday, and

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Friday mornings from 9 until 11 a.m. Outdoor Art for Kids, nicknamed “OAKS” for the wooded environment of the Log Cabins, features an immersion into the worlds of art and nature. The children will explore the Children’s Farm and its surrounding woods, fields, and creeks, which provide not only the subject matter for the young artists but also fun, action, inspiration, and raw materials. Summer art instructors will teach groups of children ranging in age from kindergarten to 9th grade. They use a variety of artistic media and techniques, including drawing, painting, pottery, papermaking, papier-mâché, printmaking, and more. Classes are kept small to encourage individual self-expression and safe outdoor exploration. A two-week session costs $110. All materials are included in the price. Advance registration is required. Call 361-3650.

Spring wildflower walks A series of spring wildflower walks will be held for three Thursday evenings beginning April 23, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Naturalist Carol Alesia and Center Program Director Lois Lauer lead these leisurely nature rambles, which focus on the progression of spring wildflowers. Each spring the Palos woods hosts an display of ephemeral wildflowers, which are short lived beauties that manage their entire life cycle in the short early days of spring before the oak trees shade the forest floor. By June, many of these flowers has died back into the soil, to await their next sunny opportunity to bloom the following spring. Alesia and Lauer have been leading walks at The Center to view these spring wildflowers for more than 25 years. The program fee is $5 per walk, payable by cash or check the night of the walk. Call The Center at 361-3650 to pre-register with your name, phone number and email address.

Memoir writing workshop A memoir-writing workshop is offered at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, on six Thursday afternoons, beginning April 23 by Personal Historian Beth LaMie of Kankakee. From 1-3 p.m., students write memoirs or family stories. Using writing prompts, exercises, and techniques to capture memories, participants learn to organize their thoughts and experiences and how to elicit stories from other family members. The class fee is $90 per person paid upon registration, plus a $10 workbook fee to be paid directly to the instructor in class. Students should bring a notebook or pad of paper and their favorite writing instruments. Advance registration is required. Call 361-3650.

The Bridge Teen Center programs • Time to Detox – 7 to 8:30 p.m. today (Thursday), The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park, will host a program to help parents balance all of the demands of raising a teen. Parents will then be walked through steps to detox and simplify their lives. This program is designed to help parents discover what is stealing their time and what changes can be made to get rid of unnecessary stress. Trader Joe’s of Orland Park will be at The Bridge to share tips with parents on detoxing their diets and how to make strides for holistic health. This free program is open to the community. • Karaoke Night – 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. this Friday, a Karaoke Night with free food from Bonefish Grill. • Global Youth Service Day – 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. this Saturday, The Bridge Teen Center will participate in the largest youth service day in the world. High school students are encouraged to participate in one of many community service projects in the area to help improve their local communities. Registration is $5 and every student will receive a T-shirt for participating. Service hours will be given. This event is for high school students only. • Made in China: Global Marketplace – 4:30 to 6 p.m. April 21, The Bridge Teen Center will host a program with Junior Achievement to show students the effect globalization has on their lives. • Texas Hold ‘Em – 4:30 to 6 p.m. April 22, The Bridge Teen Center will host a game of Texas Hold ‘Em. These free events are for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information, call 532-0500.

Dynamic folds and wrinkles at McCord Instructor Beth Leahy will show painters how to create beautiful drapery in your artwork as clothing, backdrops, and more at the McCord Gallery & Cultural Center on Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Look at examples of drapery from the past and present as you learn the seven types of folds. Folds tell the story of weight and tension to produce a landscape of form, color and value. Handouts and exercises in charcoal will be included in the workshop. Supply list available at registration. Fee is $80 for McCord members/$90 for non-members. McCord Gallery & Cultural Center is at 9602 W. Creek Road (129th and La Grange Road), Palos Park. For more, call 671-0648 or visit www.mccordgallery.org.

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Mirren shines but falls short of gold “Women in Gold” is a remarkable true story about “The Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer,” the shimmering jewel of a painting by Gustav Klimt that was taken from Maria Altmann’s family by the Nazis during World War II. The film follows her eight-year battle to reclaim what is rightfully hers. Led by Helen Mirren as Maria Altmann, this film fails to live up to the story it tells. It’s a moving and touching story that director Simon Curtis and writer Alexi Kaye Campbell take the thrill out of. In what should be a captivating film, everything gets drawn out to the point where it loses its luster. More specifically, toward the end things become so dragged out they have to tell us how long as passed since the last scene. The movie gets moving when Maria calls upon J. Randol Schoenberg (Ryan Reynolds), a friend’s struggling lawyer son and grandson of famed Austrian composer Arnold Schoenberg, to help her look over some letters she found written by her sister about the painting. All you really need to know is Randol has an epiphany and decides to help her get her painting back from the Austrian government. The film tries desperately to stitch together many different elements such as family history, courtroom drama, and suspense thriller. None of it works terribly well together. Some scenes can seem as almost an afterthought used only to add a different dimension to the story. The film also stars Katie Holmes as Pam, the husband of Randol. Her character seems like something the writer tossed at the end to bring in another name to go along with Mirren and Reynolds. Her role in the film is basically to smile and validate her husband’s choices. Unfortunately for Reynolds, he does not play his role as convincingly as his on

TONY PINTO screen wife. While his character goes through his own spiritual awakening, he doesn’t seem overly convincing. The presence of Helen Mirren is simply not enough to make us overlook its sins. From the gallery owners to the lawyers opposing Mirren, the brain trust behind the film make them all Hitler-hailing Nazis in every way but name and uniform. These are the obvious villains: there is no need to make them more villainous than necessary. Ultimately, this film is ruled by Helen Mirren and everyone else is just invited along for the ride. Also showing up for the ride is Lady Grantham from “Downton Abbey,” namely Elizabeth McGovern. Her husband happens to be the director so we know why she’s here. Playing a women judge, she gets Mirren to quip “I always thought there should be more women judges” in the one courtroom scene that is not overly drawn out. Every piece of art has its own story and this movie leaves us not wanting to know more about the “Women in Gold” that it’s trying to tell us about, but more about Maria and her tribulations. Perhaps it is Helen Mirren’s acting which makes us yearn to learn more about Maria. —Tony Pinto’s grade: B-

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Freshen up lunch with a lively salad By Wolfgang Puck

I’m interested to see how the number of lunchtime salads that guests in my restaurants order always increases as the weather warms up in spring. The reason partly comes from the fact that fresh salad leaves and other vegetables increase in abundance at farmers’ markets. Also, our appetites start to lean toward lighter, fresher-tasting dishes once winter’s cold has passed. And, finally, so many people find this time of year ideal for eating more healthily and getting into shape for summer. Yet, it also surprises me how often the lunchtime salads people order can be anything but light and healthy. They’ll heap on creamy dressings rich with mayonnaise, cream or cheese. More cheese might go straight into the salad, along with garnishes like crispy, crumbled bacon or lots and lots of croutons saturated with butter or oil. Even those who are aware that such additions are less than good for you will explain that they do what they have to do to make a plateful or bowlful of leaves taste delicious. But I’m here to tell you that salads can deliver great taste with every bite while also remaining light and fresh. The secret to achieving this seemingly self-contradictory goal comes in selecting the perfect combination of ingredients - salad leaves, dressings, accompaniments and garnishes that have complementary colors, shapes, textures and tastes. I aim for what I like to think of as a yin-yang of experiences: a balance of tangy and rich, bitter and sweet, salty and spicy flavors, and a combination of textures that are both tender and crispy. All those things are possible when you think your way through planning a salad while also keeping good nutrition in mind. Take, for example, the recipe I share here for a salad based on mildly bitter leaves of frisee, radicchio and arugula, combined with thin slices of sweet-and-tangy apple and tossed with a light but flavorful lemon vinaigrette. The accompanying crostini made from toasted whole-grain bread spread with a rapidly prepared mixture of smoked fish, reduced-fat sour cream, horseradish and fresh herbs turns the salad into a satisfying main dish. One resulting generous serving adds up to just under 550 calories, with only about 30 percent of those coming from fat. The recipe also lends itself to easy variation. You can, for example, use different salad leaves such as Belgian endive or baby spinach; substitute crispy pears for the apple; swap smoked trout or sturgeon, or hotsmoked salmon, for the smoked whitefish; or replace the toasted bread with appropriately portioned servings of your favorite healthy whole-grain crackers. In other words, you’ve got an easy-to-follow plan, not just for one lunchtime salad, but several to inspire healthier springtime lunches. FRISEE AND APPLE SALAD WITH SMOKED WHITEFISH CROSTINI Serves 4 • Lemon Vinaigrette • Makes about ½ cup (125 mL) • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard • 1 teaspoon sugar • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • Kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper In a small nonreactive bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and sugar. Stir with a whisk until thoroughly blended. Whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in the olive oil to form a smooth emulsion. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Use immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to one week. FRISEE AND APPLE SALAD • 4 small heads frisee (curly endive) • 1 cup (250 mL) torn radicchio leaves 1 cup (250 mL) baby arugula leaves • 2 large Granny Smith apples Kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper SMOKED WHITEFISH CROSTINI • ½ pound (500 g) smoked whitefish fillets, skinned, any bones removed, flesh flaked • ½ cup (125 mL) low-fat sour cream • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish

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FOR GARNISH • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives • Small fresh dill sprigs At least an hour before preparing the salads, make the lemon vinaigrette. Cover and refrigerate. For the smoked whitefish crostini: In a food processor fitted with the stainless-steel blade, combine the flaked smoked whitefish, sour cream, horseradish and lemon juice. Pulse until coarsely but evenly pureed. Pulse in the chives, dill and salt/pepper to taste. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. Shortly before you plan to serve the salad, toast the baguette slices until golden brown. Set aside. For the frisee and apple salad: Remove and discard the coarse darker outer leaves from the frisee. Separate the pale inner leaves and place them in a strainer. Rinse thoroughly under cold running water. Drain well. Spread the leaves on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, roll them up and squeeze gently to remove excess water. Unroll the leaves and put them in a large salad bowl, tearing any larger leaves into bite-size pieces if necessary. Put the radicchio and arugula in a strainer and rinse thoroughly under cold running water. Drain well. Dry thoroughly with paper towels and add the leaves to the frisee. Gently toss all the leaves to combine them. With a small, sharp knife, quarter and core the apples. Cut them into very thin slices; or, using the julienne disc on a food processor, cut them into thin julienne strips. Arrange the apples on top of the salad leaves, reserving a few pieces to garnish the crostini. Spread the smoked whitefish mixture on the toasted bread slices. Garnish with the reserved sliced or julienned apple, chives and dill, and arrange them on a platter to serve alongside the salad. Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad mixture and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper. Toss the salad just before serving. Taste, and adjust the seasonings if necessary.