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Worth church at a crossroad

Is Stagg the “poor stepchild” of District 230?

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Vorva doesn’t think Sir Paul should be a headliner at Lolla but devises a setlist that should work out well for all (page 3), Rakow can’t understand why Oak Lawn didn’t have a candidate forum (page 6) and, this is not a misprint, Hanania is giving his blessing to Rahm (page 6).

After starting out with a sweet Easter dinner prayer, the plethora of Letters to the Editor after that get pretty serious and we open up an extra page to accommodate them Pages 6 and 7

UMC could be celebrating its final Easter

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sentiment could be heard among

Chicago Ridge, Evergreen Park, Hickory Hills, Oak Lawn, Palos Hills and Worth the congregation as they gathered in their fellowship hall after the Serving prepare Chicago Evergreen Park, Hickory Hills, Oak Lawn, Palos Hills and Worth churches to Ridge, March 23 service.

As most celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Worth United Methodist Church officials hope to revive their perishing congregation by merging with Palos Heights United Methodist Church.

It appears the 9 a.m. Sunday service will mark the final Easter celebration at the 130-yearold church at 7100 W. 112th St. Perhaps next Easter the members of this church will be celebrating at the Palos Heights church at 12101 S. Harlem Ave. During a service on March 22 Worth UMC Pastor, Sung Kown Oh, urged his congregation to vote and it had nothing to do with the April 7 municipal or school board elections.

It had to do with the possible merger.

“Sunday, May 3, right after worship service, we need to make sure all of you attend, this is an important decision,” Oh said. “We’ll decide if we will be merging with Palos Heights UMC. We need each of you to vote on this.”

What God has joined let no man put asunder is often heard during wedding ceremonies but this

Max and Patricia Hodges of Palos Hills were married at Worth UMC in 1967, 48 years ago. The two have been active members since 1980.

“We’re going to vote to merge so we can remain with our church family,” Max said.

Max Hodges said he has served on various church auxiliaries including trustee, vacation bible school and the United Methodist men’s group.

“My wife does more than I do,’’ he said. “She’s a certified lay servant, worship leader, food pantry volunteer and she reaches out to the sick by sending cards and things.”

Tom and Carol Martin of Chicago Ridge said they’ve seen seven pastors come and go since 1958 when they joined.

“Yes, I intend to vote,” Tom Martin said. “I want our members to stay together too. This is the only church my family has ever known.”

The Martins have two daughters, Suzanne Osinski of Chicago Ridge and Julie Malcerk of Palos Heights who are also members.

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Max and Patricia Hodges of Palos Hills were married at Worth UMC in 1967.

Of the 20 members present after the service, there wasn’t one who said he or she felt good about the closure. The church started the year Mark Twain’s “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” was published and professional baseball players made a maximum of $2,000. Many believe with so many of the founding members having passed away, their families, little by little, have gone elsewhere.

Jane Hughes of Orland Park has been a member so long she quantified the years as, “Forever!”

“I’ve been here a long time.”

Hughes said while sipping coffee.

“This is depressing. I’m not sure which route I’m going to take.”

Helen Kristufek, an 86-year-old Worth resident, said she isn’t even Christian but she’s upset too.

“I’m a Greek Orthodox but I’ve been coming here off and on since 1954.” Kristufek said. “I come because of the people; I’ve built good relationships here. I don’t understand how this happened.

It’s very sad.”

Abby Morgan of Alsip is only 14 years old but she said she likes to hang with members who don’t look like her.

“I’m not a man but I love going to the men’s breakfast for their chocolate-chip waffles.” Morgan said. “And, I like hanging around the old ladies, listening to their (Continued on page 10)

Oak Lawn’s 3rd District race

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Streit hopes to bury foes

Hollis claims he is being harassed by incumbent’s supporters

By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

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Leaving them breathless Chicago’s David Hickey’s breath is showing on a cold Saturday morning as he crosses the finish line to take first place in the third March4Meg 5K run/walk at Klein Park in Evergreen Park.

The race drew more than 1,800 runners and walkers and Hickey’s time was 19 minutes and 9 seconds. Oak Lawn native Elizabeth Lemrise was the top female finisher.

For more photos from the event, which benefitted melanoma research done by Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, see page 4.

telephone calls, some which are placed in the middle of the night, and said that he’s being followed Veteran 3rd District Trustee Bob at times.

Streit minces no words when he “He goes to all extremes,” Hollis discusses his re-election cam- said of Streit. paign: “This does represent a Hollis said the tactics are debattle for the hearts and souls signed to prevent him from focusof Oak Lawn,” he said. ing on the campaign.

In Streit’s mind, Oak Lawn’s About the campaign... political landscape has only two To Streit’s way of thinking, his sides: his and that of Oak Lawn re-election campaign is as much Mayor Sandra Bury. There is no a referendum on his performance gray area, no middle ground. as that of the mayor.

One of his opponents, Scott “When the mayor was elected Hollis, minces no words when two years ago, she made it clear he describes what it’s been like that she did not want to work the past couple of months to ram with me,” he said. heads with incumbent Streit.

On Tuesday, voters in the 3rd Hollis said his decision to op- District will choose between Stpose Streit has come at a price. reit, political newcomer Hollis or He said he’s received harassing John J.J. Zurek, who some believe

was convinced to run by Streit in an effort to harm Hollis’ chances.

Streit, 59, has spent the past two years battling Bury and her administration on a variety of issues, including the decision to outsource the village’s 911 dispatch center and the way Stony Creek Promenade was ultimately developed.

He said the village is not as safe as it was just a few years ago and improving public safety—both fire and police—should be a higher priority for the administration.

“People know the outsourced (911 dispatch service) compromises public safety,” Streit said.

“Burglaries are on the rise. I have every (burglary) report that is (Continued on page 2)

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Jonathan Parr, 33, of Palos Hills, was charged with driving on a suspended license March 24 after he was stopped at 105th Street and Southwest Highway, police said.

Amjad Asaad, 31, of Worth, was charged with driving on a suspended license and disobeying a stop sign March 24 following a stop at 98th Street and Harlem Avenue, police said.

Reginald Pollack, 18, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft March 24 after allegedly stealing items from Sears at Chicago Ridge Mall, police said.

James L. Terry, 51, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license, no insurance and failure to wear a seatbelt March 26 after a stop at 94th Street and Ridgeland Avenue, police said.

Carlos Hurado, 36, of Cicero, was charged with driving on a revoked license March 26 after he was stopped at 101st Street and Ridgeland Avenue, police said.

Jihad Jibawi, 24, of Worth, was charged with possession of marijuana, driving on a revoked license, no insurance and failure to wear a seatbelt after a March 27 stop at 103rd Street and Harlem Avenue, police said.

Marino Ascencio, 46, of Chicago, was charged with driving without a valid license March 27 after a stop in the 6100 block of 111th Street, police said.

Luis Garcia, 29, of Oak Lawn, was arrested on an outstanding Will County warrant March 28 following a stop at 101st Street and Ridgeland Avenue, police said.

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ing, speeding and improper lane use March 21 after he was stopped at 105th Street and Cicero Avenue, police said

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A Macbook Pro and a Macbook Air were reported stolen March A catalytic convertor was re14 from a car in the 10400 block ported stolen March 22 from a car of Lavergne Avenue. in a parking lot at Christ Medical Center, 4440 W. 95th St. Janet M. Palfry, 57, of Oak Lawn, was charged with assault A catalytic convertor was reand battery March 18 following ported stolen March 22 from a a fight in the parking lot of the car in the 9300 block of Kolmar Little Company of Mary Care CenAvenue, police said. th ter, 6700 W. 95 St., police said.

A catalytic convertor was reA house in the 9300 block of ported stolen March 22 from a th 55 Court was burglarized March car in the 9400 block of Kenton 18-19. Parts of the house were Avenue, police said. searched but the owner is unsure if anything was taken. The front Carrie L. Iwasik, 27, of Alsip, door was forced open. was charged with drunken driving, March 22 after a stop at 93rd A catalytic convertor was reStreet and Tulley Avenue, police ported stolen March 19 from a car said. in the lot of Fresh Pick Market, 8749 S. Ridgeland Ave. Rodolfo Orozco Jr., 39, of Chicago, was charged with drunken A catalytic convertor was redriving, speeding, improper lane ported stolen March 19 from a car use and no insurance after a stop in the 9400 block of Hilton Drive.

March 22 at 101st Street and Cicero Avenue, police said.

The owners of house in the 9100 block of Massasoit Avenue A mountain bike valued at told police they were awakened at $700 was reported stolen March 3 a.m. March 20 by the doorbell 23 from the garage of a condoringing and loud banging at the minium in the 10400 block of front door. Pieces of the door’s Keating Avenue. trim were found lying on the ground.

A catalytic convertor was reported stolen March 23 from a The owners of house in the 9000 car in a parking lot at 4440 W. block of Parkside reported they 95th St. found their front door open at 3 a.m. March 20. The door apA pickup truck was reported peared to be forced open and the stolen March 23 from the parklatch assembly was lying on the ing lot of Home Depot, 4020 W. floor. Nothing was taken from 95th St. the house.

Leonard A. Kot, 60, of Oak Lawn, was charged with drunken driving, improper lane use and no insurance March 21 following a stop at 101st Street and 52nd Avenue, police said.

Kevin P. Ryan, 32, of Lockport, was charged with drunken driv-

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Jolanta J. Stawiarska, 27, of Oak Lawn, was charged with drunken driving, failure to signal, making an improper turn and driving in the wrong lane March 23 after a stop at 111th Street and Cicero Avenue, police said.

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By Tim Hadac Staff Reporter Dueling views of Stagg High School briefly dominated the discussion at last Thursday’s meeting of the Consolidated High School District 230 Board of Education.

“Even a perception of poor-quality schools can hurt a community in many ways, including property values,” said longtime education activist Bob Shelstrom, a former Palos Park resident and Stagg parent who now lives in Arizona but said he returns to the area on occasion “for certain business things.”

During the public-comment portion of the meeting, Shelstrom chided district officials for what he said are actions that make Stagg look less desirable than it is.

While he offered no data to back his claims, he said that people sometimes “run into real problems” selling homes in Stagg’s attendance area.

“Apparently, when buyers look at homes, they take a look and say, ‘Oh, that’s in Stagg High School’s district? What else have you got?’”

Shelstrom said. “It’s a problem of perception and perhaps quality.”

He claimed that the problem can be found in Stagg’s school improvement plan.

“I’ll tell you this right now,” Shelstrom said. “If I was moving into this area and I read that school improvement plan, there’s no way I’d move to Stagg’s district.”

He claimed that the focus on academically at-risk students ignored the majority of students.

“In the improvement plan, I see no questions about how do we get those kids with an ACT score of 25 up to a 28, nothing about how do we get those students to be National Merit Scholars…or how to we move students from a B to an A,” he added.

Shelstrom said that there are “pockets of excellence” at Stagg and “people are accomplishing amazing things,” but that the school board and administration

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filed. I track them. The average resident knows somebody who has experienced a burglary.”

Streit last year proposed adding to the police patrol shifts additional officers who have other duties within the department. The proposal was not advanced.

“They immediately said it wasn’t necessary,” Streit said. “It’s something that has to be addressed.

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Bob Shelstrom has some strong words for D230 officials about Stagg’s perception. are creating “the perception that Stagg is the poor stepchild of this district.”

He said that when he looks at Stagg’s improvement plan, he sees “a list of all sorts of discipline problems. The perception is that ‘Stagg’s got mostly at-risk kids, that’s their biggest problem’… and that isn’t the case. But it is damaging.”

Shelstrom did not hear board members’ response to his claims.

He left the room before the end of the meeting.

Board member Tony Serratore defended the focus on at-risk students, after a presentation on Stagg’s Academic Mentor Program, which serves about 60 students a year and has documented success in improving test scores.

“We can’t let those [at-risk] kids drop through the cracks,” he said.

Several on the board and in the audience wondered aloud about Shelstrom’s remarks coming less than two week before an election that includes a spirited race for three board slots.

“Mr. Shelstrom hasn’t addressed the board in at least two years, so I thought his timing was odd,” board

President Rick Nogal said after the meeting.

Several board members also expressed displeasure with some of what they said were “wild” allegations flying about in the political whirlwind leading up to the election.

Kathy Quilty criticized those who claim that Stagg, Sandburg and Andrew High Schools have heroin problems. She said that while heroin may be an issue in the community at large, the schools “don’t have a heroin issue.”

Serratore challenged those who claim that the board is lacking in fiscal responsibility.

“Despite the fact that we’re not going to get all the categorical payments from the state—we have thus far received only one of four--we’re still going to be able to keep a balanced budget, because of our fiscal responsibility,” he said. “We look at things before we spend, we have one of the lower costs per student in the whole area.

“We have not raised the tax levy for the last two years, it’s been zero,” Serratore concluded. “But there’s misinformation out that there that we have raised taxes, and we have not.”

We need a stronger commitment to public safety.”

Streit also has criticized the development of Stony Creek Promenade at 111th Street and Cicero Avenue, saying Bury failed to carry out the initial vision for the center, which called for upscale stores to surround Mariano’s and Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant. Instead, he said, a mattress store and fast food restaurants filled the remainder of the development.

Streit said he’s taking nothing for granted in this, his seventh

straight campaign for trustee. He’s been going door-to-door since early November and has well over 100 signs placed throughout the district.

“I’m highly motivated to win. I campaign as though I’m 10 points down,” said Streit, adding that a near defeat four years ago to a candidate running a write-in campaign is a factor in his renewed vigor.

Hollis said the message he’s heard from voters is clear: “I think they want a better place to live,” he said.

Hollis, a former city of Chicago employee, points to the “blight” on Southwest Highway as an example of the village’s need for redevelopment.

He’s noted that Streit’s office is located along the strip of shuttered businesses on Southwest Highway, yet Streit has done little to change the face of the business district.

For his part, Streit said he has proposed locating medical offices on Southwest Highway.

“It should be one of his main issues,” Hollis said. “He’s always blaming someone else.”

Hollis said he is confident he can work with other trustees and looks forward to ending the infighting for which the board is known.

“It shouldn’t be a circus act,” he said.

Hollis denied that he has Bury’s support in the race.

“She didn’t ask me to run,” he said.

On the other hand, Zurek denies that Streit asked him to run as a stalking horse.

“I don’t even know how that got started,” he said, adding that he does not know Streit very well.

Zurek, 65, said he decided to run because there’s an anti-incumbency mood throughout the country, not just Oak Lawn. But there is some dissatisfaction in Oak Lawn as well.

“I’m thinking the entire board needs to be replaced,” he said.

He added that he has “the unique ability to being people together.” Further, he said, the current trustees are unable to put aside their egos and tackle the issues facing the community.

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Here is what Paul should play at the Palooza OK, I’m going to be a part of the solution rather than a part of the problem.

When it was announced the Paul McCartney was going to headline the 2015 Lollapalooza Festival, I was disgusted.

Lolla used to be a traveling circus of edgy alternative groups with cult status rather than mainstream chart toppers.

Now it is calling Chicago its home and had grown into a megamonster event and a lot more mainstream acts have joined in on the act. But Paul McCartney?

He’s older than some kids’ great grandfathers for gosh sakes. This is just so wrong in so many ways.

Let the guy sell out Wrigley Field. Let him sell out Soldier Field. But keep him out of Lollapalooza, pal-eeze.

Oh, well, I am spitting in the wind if I think that it’s going to change. Sir Paul will be there with his AFM and AARP cards on July 31 whether I like it or not.

So I will suggest a set list from his career more worthy of Lollapalooza.

First off, Sir Paul has a lot of lame garbage in his collection. So we’ll allow him a few soft ballads but NOTHING from “Give My Regards to Broad Street.” No “Ebony and Ivory” either.

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90 minutes because if it goes any longer, the real McCartney fans will be nodding off to sleep because it will be past our, er, their bedtime. And they have to get home to soak their feet.

So here is what Sir Paul should play: Revolution: Let’s open the show with a big scream and some guitars and catch the attention of the teens in the crowd wondering “Why am I here?” This Beatles rocker should get the show off on a good note.

Back in the U.S.S.R.: As long as we have everybody on their feet, let’s throw in this Chuck Berry romp that the Beatles covered.

Another Day: This give us old goats, er, those old goats a chance to sit down and rest with this medium-tempo hit from the early days of his solo career.

Uncle Albert / Admiral Halsey: Another big hit from

his early solo career, this song is so offbeat some of the shoegazers and avant garde crowd in the funny outfits might stop what they are doing and give it a listen.

Helter Skelter: OK, everybody back on their feet again! Make it loud enough to let Mr. Manson hear it in his cell in California.

I’m Down: A short Beatles B-side with more screaming and guitar that is worth plugging in here.

Ballroom Dancing: Not too fast. Not too slow. It’s just a cool song from his “Tug of War” album that isn’t played too much, but is worth reviving here.

Transpiritual Stomp: Now THIS is the ultimate McCartney Lolla song. Few know or remember that Sir Paul started up a group called The Fireman and recorded some offbeat songs. This is more Brian Eno than Brian Epstein. This song, off the 1993 “Strawberries Oceans Ships Forest” is an ambient techno piece that should fascinate some of the younger crowd and, if it is played in its full nine minutes, could give the older crowd time for a little nap. I would add more of his Fireman work to the concert, but this is all one big moneygrab, so let’s just stick with some of the basics.

You’ve Got To Hide Your Love Away: I’ve always been bored by

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Vorva isn’t a big fan of having Sir Paul McCartney headlining Lollapalooza in Chicago this summer but is making the best of it by constructing a killer setlist for the show. this song except when Pearl Jam puts its spin on it. So, we bring up Eddie Vedder to play guitar and sing it and let Sir Paul take a three- or four-minute break.

Rock Show: This is just a great, great live song from his Wings days for a festival of this size and he can change the lyrics around to localize Chicago and the Lollapalooza fest.

Live and Let Die: This is a good spot for another Wings-ding for rock fans and James Bond fans as well.

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Grade school board races heating up

By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

Library board.

Palos School District 117. Board members Tom Kostes and Ian Chafee are seeking re-election and are joined on the ballot by Tracy Sukalo and Steve Stratakos. Kelly Pavloski decided not to seek another term.

Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 While hotly contested trustee Four candidates are vying for races may be the focus of Tuesthree seats on the District 123 day’s municipal elections, voters board. Incumbent Theresa Roche throughout the Reporter’s coverage is joined on the ballot by challengers area also have the opportunity to Jean Marie Attig, Jennifer Fortier Chicago Ridge School shape the makeup of their school and Julie Misner.

District 127.5 boards.

Six of the board’s seven seats Most of the school board races Misner is a former member of are up for election. Three of the in the area feature four candidates the board who ran unsuccessfully vying for three seats, and many for 2nd District Oak Lawn trustee seats are four-year terms, and the of the candidates are newcomers in 2013. Roche, a board member additional three seats are for twoready to step into seats formerly since 2009, is also a Worth Town- year terms.

Incumbents Nancy Salzer, Tifoccupied by long-time incumbents. ship Trustee.

Perhaps the most interesting race Board members Joe Sorentino fany Egan and Tierza Lammel are is in Chicago Ridge School District and Barney Leifker are not seeking joined on the ballot by Thomas Kucharski, and Richard Rudnick 127.5 where five candidates are another term. for the three, four-year terms. running for three, four-year terms.

Evergreen Park School The race for the two-year terms District 124 is unopposed after one of the four Ridgeland School District 122 Incumbent Kimberly Leonard is candidates dropped out of the race.

Incumbent Jean Werner and joined on the ballot by newcomers newcomers Amani Abbasi, Jean Robert C. Kelly, Leo Cassidy and Oak Lawn Community Reising and Tom March are vySean Hynes in a contest for three High School District 229 ing for three seats on the board.

Incumbents Matt Egan and Tim seats on the board. Kathy Rohan Board members Tim Landingham and Dawn McNamara are not seek- Burke are joined in the ballot by and Dan Sodaro are not seeking newcomers Ann Touhy and David ing re-election. re-election.

M Markusic in a battle for three March also is running unop- North Palos School District 117 seats on the board. posed for a seat on the Oak Lawn Three seats are open in North

with the Wings era after this fist-in-the-air rocker.

I Saw Her Standing There: Ratchet this baby up like Elton John and John Lennon did many years ago and you have a great way to end the regular part of this event.

And now for the one encore: Hey Jude: He can’t leave town without playing this one, but how can we make this special?

Well, when it’s time for the na-na-na-na-na part of the song, various acts from the fest can

start to fill the stage. You can have Florence and her Machine. You can have members of TV on the Radio, Of Monsters and Men, the Alabama Shakes with the Shakey Graves, the Black Tiger Sex Machine, Mista Cookie Jar and the Chocolate Chips, Sam Smith and even one of the chaps from Metallica to all cram the stage and have the tens of thousands of fans na-na-na-ing in unison for about 10 minutes.

Sounds like a good show. Now, I’ll go out and buy a ticket…

Spring smiles at Neat Repeats store Customers and volunteers were all smiles Saturday at Neat Repeats’ annual Spring Sale to benefit the Crisis Center for South Suburbia.

Executive Director Edward Vega and Worth Mayor Mary Werner thanked customers and donors for their support of Neat Repeats. Mayor Werner said Neat Repeats has been an asset to the community and acknowledged all

the hard work of the staff and volunteers.

Vega thanked the volunteers for their dedication. “We are truly making a difference in the client’s lives at the Crisis Center,” he said. “The day was full of good energy, great merchandise andamazing community spirit,” a spokesperson said.

Neat Repeats Resale stores have been an active part of the

community for over 29 years.

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Our Neighborhood

March4Meg draws 1,800 to the starting line

More than 1,800 runners get ready for the start of the March4Meg race in Evergreen Park on Saturday. The race was in honor of the late Meg Moonan, who died of skin cancer. Money raised from the event went to melanoma research at Advocate Christ Medical Center.

Madalyn Marmolejo, 6, of Evergreen Park, shows who she is cheering for in the March4Meg event.

Photos by Kelly White

Runners get rolling early in the 5K run/walk at Klein Park in Evergreen Park.

Thomas Murphy, 13, of Evergreen Park and his cousin, Nicole Cihocki, of Lockport, pose before the event.

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There was no stopping thousands of runners from raising money for melanoma research. Organizers are hoping the event raised more than $60,000.

RETRO

By Mark Andrews

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

Compiled by Jeff Vorva

News and events from our archives.

Where did Howard Johnson stay?

50 years ago

From the April 1, 1965 issue The story: The new name for a District 127 ½ school was chosen as Ridge-Lawn.

The quote: “As a village trustee for eight years, it has saddened me to watch Chicago Ridge passed by our more enterprising neighbor villages,” – Joseph Coglianese, who was running for village president.

Fun fact: According to the Palos Hills Personals section, Howard Johnson and his wife took their new 1965 Mustang on a jaunt to New Orleans. But there was no word in the story if they stayed at a Howard Johnson’s motel on the trip.

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From the April 5, 1990 issue The story: An 18 year old Worth man was arrested for striking a cop after eluding police twice. The first time the police chased him, one of the officers slipped on the pavement and fell against a parked car, injuring his ribs.

The quote: “Talking to the city fathers about the problem is a pipe dream. They laugh at you.” – Hickory Hills resident Wilma Dahowski about the problems caused by the Roberts Roadhouse.

Fun fact: Richards and Sandburg battled in a boys volleyball match in an early-season match during the first year the IHSA recognized the sport.

Bad day didn’t ruin his career 10 years ago

From the March 31, 2005 issue The story: After a two-month legal fight, John McNamara was placed on the ballot for village clerk of Oak Lawn.

The quote: “I can detect definite signs of panic and you can almost smell the fear,” – Palos Hills resident Gerald Lee on Mayor Gerald Bennett’s campaign against Anne Zickus.

Bennett has won every mayoral election he was involved in.

Fun fact: Sophomore Mike Recchia of Shepard walked seven batters in four innings in a baseball loss to Evergreen Park. That game didn’t discourage him, though as he had a baseball career that landed him minor league stops with the Yankees, Orioles and White Sox organizations.

April 2: ON THIS DATE in 1513, explorer Juan Ponce de Leon claimed Florida for Spain.

April 3: ON THIS DATE in 1882, outlaw Jesse James was shot to death in St. Joseph, Mo. In 1948, President Truman signed into law the Marshall Plan, which gave $5 billion in aid to 16 European nations.

April 4: ON THIS DATE in 1818, Congress decided the U.S. flag would consist of 13 stripes, alternating red and white, representing the original Colonies with a star to be added for every new state. In 1968, civil rights leader the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., 39, was shot to death in Memphis, Tenn.

April 5: ON THIS DATE in 1621, the Mayflower sailed from Plymouth, Mass., on its return trip to England. In 1951, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were sentenced to death after their convictions for conspiring to commit espionage for the Soviet Union.

April 6: ON THIS DATE in 1917, Congress approved a declaration of war against Germany.

April 7: ON THIS DATE in 1933, Prohibition ended in the United States as the 21st Amendment to the Constitution took effect.

April 8: ON THIS DATE in 1513, Spanish explorer Ponce de Leon discovered Florida for Spain.

In 1974, Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth’s career record for home runs by hitting his 715th.

Answer to last week’s question: This week in 1959, the Dalai Lama fled China’s Tibet region and was granted political asylum in India.

This week’s question: In 1940, the image of an African-American person first appeared on a U.S. postage stamp. Who was it?

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

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Oak Lawn’s Districts 1 and 5 hold intrigue as well

By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter The race for trustee in Oak Lawn’s 3rd District might be garnering the most attention, but the other two races for seats on the village board are noteworthy as well.

After the votes are counted on Tuesday night, the makeup of the board could change significantly from the 4-2 majority currently enjoyed by Mayor Sandra Bury or things could remain the same.

The worst scenario for the mayor would be a split board that would force her to cast the deciding the vote on various matters. Conversely, Bury could end up with the support of the entire board. That scenario relies on the defeat of her political opponent and veteran Trustee Bob Streit.

Streit is in a three-way race for re-election against political newcomers Scott Hollis and John “J.J.” Zurek.

Zurek maintains he’s an independent candidate but some question whether he’s a Streit operative placed on the ballot to draw votes away from Hollis.

Only one thing is certain: District 5 will have a new trustee following Trustee Carol Quinlan’s decision not to seek a third term.

Quinlan typically joined Streit in opposing Bury.

The 5th District race is a contest

Desmond

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between Dan Johnson, the commander of the Johnson-Phelps VFW Post 5220, and Bud Stalker, who is endorsed by Quinlan.

Johnson said he has Bury’s support “by default” because Stalker is backed by Quinlan. He pointed out that he’s worked with the mayor on various initiatives, most recently a plan to bring the Oak Lawn Senior Center to the VFW Post.

Stalker opposes the idea, saying the seniors deserve better than to share the VFW Post.

Johnson responded, saying Stalker has not put forth an alternative plan for a new senior center.

Both candidates say they have the business experience that would benefit the village.

Stalker, 69, who is retired, worked in various capacities for ComEd and was involved in the McCormack Place expansion.

That work exposed him to bidding contracts, a skill he would rely on as a trustee, he said.

“That’s the thing that distinguishes me from Dan Johnson,” Stalker said.

Johnson, 39, responded to Stalker with his own resume of business experience.

He manages the VFW in his role as commander and is a member of the Army Corp of Engineers. In that capacity, he has gained considerable knowledge about a flooding—a significant problem in the 5th District.

Flooding and the village’s failure to attract businesses to the

strip mall at 103rd Street and Central Avenue are the two major issues facing the 5th District, Johnson said.

Stalker added that he’s disappointed with some of the businesses that occupy Stony Creek Promenade, 111th Street and Cicero Avenue. A mall that is anchored by Mariano’s and Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant should not be populated by a mattress store and fast food restaurants.

If elected, Stalker said he’d push for high-end retailers in the second phase of the development.

The 5th District campaign has not gotten dirty, the candidates agree. They known each other for many years and agree that

the goal is to debate the issues facing the village rather than attacking one another.

But Johnson insists he’s better suited for the job.

“I think I have a bigger passion for the community,” he said.

He added that he attended several ribbon cuttings this week at new businesses at Stony Creek Promenade and Stalker was not in attendance.

“You need to know the business owner,” he said.

The District 1 race is a rematch of the 2013 contest in which Trustee Tim Desmond defeated Cindy Trautsch.

Trautsch served two years on the board after being appointed by former Mayor Dave Heilmann to fill out the remainder

D230 dads saw heroin destroy sons’ lives

By Tim Hadac Staff Reporter

when he was arrested for shoplifting to support his habit. He also stole from friends and relatives.

Those who say that heroin is not Sonne added that what coman issue in District 230 schools “are pounds the problem for parents is crazy,” the father of an Andrew High a lack of support groups that foSchool alum said on Tuesday. cus on coping and moving forward.

“No parent should have to go Another parent of former District through this, and it only adds to 230 students agreed with Sonne’s the problem when those in charge assessment of the heroin epidemic. of our schools ignore drug abuse,” “One of my sons took his first hit Tinley Park’s Ed Sonne said. of heroin, with his friends, just weeks Sonne’s son, Adam, died in 2013 before he graduated from Sandburg at age 24 of a heroin overdose. His High School,” said the Palos Park father said he took his first hit of man, who requested that The Rethe drug at age 21 “at a party with porter withhold his name and the his high school buddies.” names of his two sons, who have Prior to that, Adam was an or- battled heroin addiction. “If these dinary young man, his father said, people at the high schools think it’s “an occasional drinker” whose life not an issue, they’ve got it wrong.” turned into a nightmare once he His sons are both a decade or was addicted to heroin. more out of Sandburg, still strugHe was in and out of rehab sev- gling to put their lives back together eral times, and his name started after years of addiction. popping in local police blotters “These kids often aren’t actually

doing heroin in school, but heroin addiction often starts with something else, like these kids in high school who get hooked on OxyContin or some other drug,” he said.

“I’ve told both of them that I have the money ready to pay for their burials,” the father added, displaying the kind of tough love that addictions experts agree is necessary.

The father added that what exacerbates the heroin dilemma is when people fail to acknowledge it openly and honestly.

“This is a taboo subject, and people out here still think that heroin is something you only find in the city, so they hide their kids’ addictions because they are afraid of what the neighbors will think,” he said. “We can’t confront this problem if we won’t talk about it, and if the people running our schools too often sugarcoat it. That helps no one and hurts everyone.”

of Trustee Jerry Hurckes’ term.

“I just want to give people an option,” Trautsch said Tuesday afternoon during a break from door-to-door campaigning.

“People know what I did two years ago and know what he’s done for two years,” Trautsch said. “He’s Alex (Olejniczak’s) mouthpiece.”

Olejniczak is the 2nd District trustee.

Trautsch, 57, criticized Desmond for voting to outsource the village 911 dispatch center and said the job program that he often touts has not met expectations.

“They’re not the jobs he promised,” said Trautsch, adding that most are not in positions in the trades.

Desmond is quick to point out that Trautsch’s campaign is entirely negative and does not offer new ideas for the village.

“Everything she is doing is negative,” said Desmond, 49.

“I think she’s a little sore from getting hammered the last time.

Is she going to let people know what jobs she’s created.”

Desmond points to a variety of accomplishments during his first two years, including the jobs program, 1st District Neighborhood Watch Program as well as the board’s decision to eliminate pensions as reasons to be re-elected

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Letters to the Editor Easter blessing

the Chicago Ridge School Board?

This is very simple to answer. Our kids are our future. Nothing more needs to be said. For years, the past school boards and the current school board have put kids first in the decisions they have made.

Many of the new things happening now are the result of new ideas, hard work and the team effort of all of these school boards.

There is no “I� in team. District 127.5, for many years, has managed to maintain a healthy fund balance and rarely an unbalanced budget, which has become very difficult because of the economic conditions of the State of Illinois.

Useless spending does not exist.

Our school district has always been conservative in the area of spending and will continue to do so in the future.

Last year, with the help and advice of our former superintendent, the current board went out on a limb to initiate its own search for a new superintendent, saved the district many thousands of dollars and spent many hours going through applications, interviewing candidates and finally choosing a new leader for our district.

Local workers should The result is hard working Superhave been considered intendent with fresh new ideas.

Dear Editor: Currently, the school board has In your March 26, 2015 edibeen spending extra hours reviewtion of the Reporter on page 2 ing our old school board policies our mayor, Gerald Bennett, was and updating them to align to quoted as saying “Alderman (Paucurrent Illinois State law. Also, line) Stratton also sat in on the we are negotiating a new contract interviews and after the last interwith our teachers. In addition, we view we had with (new recreation have developed a five-point straComissioner Kristin Violante) I tegic plan that has been initiated, turned to her to ask what she first by putting focus on our main thought of all the candidates and areas that need an overhaul, then she said Kritin was No. 1.� by presenting a survey to the comI do not know what compelled munity. Using the results of the the Mayor to fabricate such a lie. survey, we had a two-day session My very strong recommendation with school board members, comwas, and still is, for a current munity members, administrators 10-year employee to become the and teachers who listed, reviewed, commissioner of our Resource and discussed and organized specific Recreation Department. Very ofitems within the strategic plan. ten if there is a vacancy in some Now the real work will begin. towns, villages and even some We will continue to work with businesses one or two employees the community to produce a workwould be placed in an interim able Action Plan that includes position. everything from security, mainAs chairman of the Resource tenance, technology, finances and and Recreation Department for of course curriculum. All of the a number of years I can, without hours, organizing and preparing any hesitation, attest to the fact changes are geared towards imthat we are fortunate to have proving the overall conditions of employees who are wonderful, carour buildings and improving our ing, energetic, and creative who technology and curriculum, which work as a team with a skeletal will lead to higher test scores. crew during their normal shift, This will allow our children to some weekends and some evebecome more competitive in their nings to provide our residents future. Remember, our kids are a marvelous variety of programs our future. and activities for all ages from Sincerely, the very young to our seniors.

Nancy Salzer, Chicago Ridge After I told the mayor my opinion for the position he told me at least two times to “think Streit requests debate long and hard.â€? He did not have with Vorderer the courtesy to approach me sub- Dear Editor: sequent to that second day of Recently, 4th District Oak Lawn interviews: I was merely given Trustee Terry Vorderer circulated a memo as the other aldermen in my district some very misleadreceived their memos with his ing and deceptive information rerecommendation. No further com- garding crime and public safety. munication‌which is very normal By deliberately spreading for the better part of 28 years. false information, Mr. Vorderer The above comments are cer- betrayed the responsibility and tainly not considered negative to trust that goes with being an any of our employees; the com- elected official. ments are reflective of a strained Ronald Reagan once said that working situation between the “facts are stubborn things.â€? mayor and myself.

So, here are the facts that My number one responsibility, demonstrate Terry Vorderer’s as an alderman, is to our resi- deliberate attempt to mislead the dents, employees and the City of residents of Oak Lawn.

Palos Hills.

Reductions in Fire DepartPauline A. Stratton ment Personnel 2nd Ward Alderman FACT: In the 2014 Village City of Palos Hills Budget, Mayor Bury and Village Manager Larry Deetjen specifically asked for cuts in fire departOur Kids Are Our Future ment personnel. Five percent of Dear Editor: I, Nancy Salzer, have been a fire department personnel were resident of Chicago Ridge for 36 cut and I’d like to remind Trustee years. My children attended Chi- Vorderer that the record shows cago Ridge Schools and I taught at he supported that reduction in Finley Jr. High for almost 10 ten years. Why do I want to be on (Continued on page 7) Dear Editor Here is an Eater dinner blessing I wrote for the many Easter dinners in our home: Dear Father, we thank you for bringing us together this Easter Sunday to celebrate the resurrection of your son, Jesus Christ.

We thank you for the many blessings You have bestowed upon us.

We ask you to strengthen us in our faith, let us not despair in these uncertain times and teach us to love each other.

Come Holy Spirit, enlighten and guide us in our fight against the many facets of evil we face each day.

We send our love to family members and friends who now reside with you in your heavenly home.

Bless this food which you so generously provided for us.

God of love and mercy hear our prayers and grant us peace.

We ask all of this through your son, Jesus Christ. Amen.   Thank you,  Marlene Jeziorski, Oak Lawn

  

Juciest races in the area should have had a candidate forum I don’t live in Worth or Chicago Ridge.

But I recently attended candidate forums in those communities, which were sponsored by the Chicago Ridge Worth Chamber of Commerce.

Kudos to that organization for organizing them and understanding that doing so is an important part of their role in the two communities.

The forum in Chicago Ridge was well attended, attracting about 100 people, who nearly filled the council chambers. The next night, about 40 people came out to hear the Worth candidates speak. Both forums included lengthy question-and-answer sessions as well.

As I said, I don’t live in either town, though I have a handle on the issues, as I cover the communities for the Reporter. And I firmly believe even the most uninformed voter who attended either forum came away with a pretty decent idea of who the most qualified candidates are.

I sat at the Chicago Ridge forum and listened to six candidates discuss their ideas for the future of the community and handle varied audience questions.

Three of those individuals will be elected on April 7.

Incumbents Dan Badon and Jack Lind had a different take on things than the four challengers, all who are involved in the community and know the issues.

That’s no surprise. Challengers can say pretty much anything

during a campaign. Incumbents have a better idea of what is and isn’t possible.

No one could question the six candidates’ passion or love for Chicago Ridge. They’re running for trustee, after all. The job takes dedication and a fair amount of work. You’ve got to want to do it.

But to me, some candidates seemed better prepared than others, were more insightful, could think on their feet—skills voters should look for in a trustee.

Ditto in Worth.

Some candidates had a keen understanding of the issues.

Others, not so much. Some intelligently handled almost any of the questions submitted by the audience. Others had less to say or offered empty platitudes that sound great but mean little.

But at least the Chicago Ridge and Worth candidates were given a platform to say something, anything to impress the voters.

I live in Oak Lawn, where there are contested races in three of the village’s six districts—but there was no candidate forum and that’s a disservice to voters.

The Reporter covers six communities and none is more political than Oak Lawn. Yet at a time when at least one and as many as three board seats could change, there’s was no forum to give voters a chance to hear or question the candidates.

That’s too bad because the only other exposure voters have to the seven candidates is a bar-

rage of signs and biased literature.

In District 1, incumbent Tim Desmond faces a challenge from Cindy Trautsch, the woman he defeated two years ago.

I’ve seen Desmond’s literature.

Pictures of him shaking hands with the police chief, leading community meetings, looking serious at village board meetings.

That’s all well and good. I’ve also seen the piece he sent out that attacks his opponent. That’s fair game as well.

I’ve seen Trautsch’s short video that attacks Desmond, and heard about the allegations she has leveled against him.

In District 3, long-time Trustee Bob Streit faces opposition from Scott Hollis, a relative newcomer to town, and J.J. Zurek, who insists he’s not a plant in the race designed to take votes away from Hollis.

Hollis recently took grief from the Streit campaign about phony newspaper headlines used in his campaign literature to attack Streit.

There are many people who would like nothing more than to see the embattled Streit lose this election, but he hasn’t been around this long for nothing. It should be interesting.

Finally, in District 5, two candidates—Dan Johnson and Bud Stalker—are vying for the seat vacated by Carol Quinlan, who decided not the seek a third term. The Johnson literature I’ve seen plays up his significant mili-

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by Bob Rakow tary experience. Can’t blame him there. He won a Bronze Star and did tours of duty in the Middle East. I’ve not seen any Stalker material, but he’s got the backing of Quinlan as well as former Trustee Marge Joy, who held the seat before Quinlan.

The election is in less than one week. Maybe you’ve known all along who you’re going to vote for and nothing could change your mind. But Oak Lawn voters lost out when no forum was held.

The mayoral debate two years ago between Mayor Sandy Bury and former Mayor Dave Heilmann at Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School was well attended and gave voters a better sense of the candidate’s priorities and how they responded under pressure.

Heilmann took some shots at Bury that night. She did not back down. Did it play a role in her victory? Hard to say, but it sure didn’t hurt.

In this election, Hollis has been extremely critical of Streit.

It would have been great to see him spar in person with the veteran trustee and watch Streit defend his record.

First District voters didn’t return Trautsch to office in 2013, I’d love to see make a case for another term at a forum.

But Oak Lawn voters won’t be that fortunate. Don’t let it stop from you voting. There is noting worse than the apathy that accompanies low voter turnout.

Emanuel isn’t great but Chuy would be worse I pity the people of Chicago.

On Tuesday, they must choose between the lesser of two evils:  Mayor Rahm Emanuel or Jesus “Chuy� Garcia. Which will pull Chicago out of its growing financial and social abyss?

The ad campaigns of both are disappointing. All they do is bash each other. Neither tells anyone what they plan to do about Chicago’s problems.

It’s one reason why I am glad my parents fled Chicago in the 1960s. I didn’t have to experience the deteriorating school system, the rising crime or have to ride the crime-ridden CTA system to and from work.

As a suburbanite, I enjoyed more of life. I still found work in Chicago’s downtown, rushing out before sunset.

Yet, I recognize that Chicago is the economic engine that drives northern Illinois and the suburbs. And if Chicago collapses like Detroit did, Chicago’s suburban communities will suffer, too.

The relationship between Chicago and its suburbs is a lot

different than Detroit and its suburbs. There’s no comparison.

We’re much tighter, and the powers that control Chicago in Springfield control the fate of the suburbs, too.

So, I care about who wins.

Personally, my favorite candidate in the Feb. 24 election was Ald. Bob Fioretti. Fioretti had a stronger handle on Chicagoland issues as a member of the Chicago City Council, which deals with $8.9 billion in spending. In contrast, Garcia was a lackluster former Chicago alderman manipulated by slickster Congressman Luis Gutierrez. Garcia is now a member of the Cook County board, dealing with a budget of only $3.9 billion.

I always found it hard to believe that Gutierrez wasn’t playing both sides when he backed Emanuel. Gutierrez and Garcia were always attached at the political hip.

Ironically, looking back, if Gutierrez had endorsed Garcia, Emanuel might have done worse and Garcia would have done better.

The Grapevine By Ray Hanania But Fioretti was never popular with the leftwing movement that surrounded Garcia, and he couldn’t cut away at Emanuel’s base. Fioretti couldn’t compete with Emanuel’s campaign cash, more than $14 million. But, had Fioretti made it into the runoff April 7, I know he would have won.  But Fioretti is tragic spilled milk at this point. On April 7, Chicago voters will have to choose between Emanuel and Garcia. As an American Arab, I am no fan of Emanuel, even though I endorsed him four years ago believing that he would be fair.  Instead, his first act was to abolish the Arab Advisory Commission, then pull the rug out from under the Arabesque Festival. He shut out most American Arabs from his

administration and prefers to work with non-Arab Muslims instead.

Garcia has catered to the disenfranchised American Arabs, promising to restore the Advisory Commission, the Arabesque Festival and treat American Arabs like human beings, something Emanuel has not done.

But the future of Chicago is about more than Emanuel’s discrimination against American Arabs. It’s about which of the two is more qualified to run Chicago.

Emanuel isn’t great but Garcia would be worse.

I’d rather see Emanuel win and continue my campaign to convince him to recognize American Arabs rights, rather than see Garcia win and drag the city down. There’s somewhat of a future with Emanuel, but little hope with Garcia. Ray Hanania is an awardwinning former Chicago City Hall reporter and President/ CEO of Urban Strategies Group media consulting. Reach him at rghanania@gmail.com.Â

How are important are next week’s municipal elections?

(Asked at the Oak Lawn Pavilion) Photos by Bob Rakow

Roger L, Palos Hills   “I voted already. I think they’re important.�

Dave Kosvick, Oak Lawn   “They’re definitely important. Absolutely. I’ve never missed a vote.�

Garnett Yarberry, Oak Lawn    “They’re not that important, but I always vote in them.�

Keith Banasiak, Oak Lawn   “To me, they’re not important. I think things (in Oak Lawn) are more messed up than ever and there’s no changing it.�

Roger Ault, Oak Lawn   “They affect me personally because I live in the area.�

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Letters to the Editor (Continued from page 6) force. (I am sourcing the official minutes of the Oak Lawn Village Budget, Dec., 2013) Only two months later, Oak Lawn Fire Chief George Sheets observed that “Oak Lawn had more fire-related deaths (during the first quarter of 2014) …than ever before.” (Official Minutes/ Village Board meetin, March 3, 2014) Trustee Vorderer seems to have forgotten that Chief Sheets also came before the board testifying that there was a need to hire 16 additional fire and emergency professionals to help reestablish safe staffing levels and that the mayor, village manager and Trustee Vorderer, opposed his request. (Budget meeting minutes Oct. 14, 2014).

Police Department Cuts Vorderer claimed that, “Since I was elected in 2013 there hasn’t even been a discussion about reducing the police department.”

FACT: Perhaps Mr Vorderer never took time to actually read the budget he voted for, but here too, specific cuts to the police department were made at the request of the mayor and village manager.

In the official minutes of that 2014 Budget Meeting (Dec. 10, 2013) Village Finance Director, Hanigan discussed “…some bad news for the village…The police budget is down and sworn police officers are now gone…”

Vorderer’s Claim: “Mr. Streit never proposed a reconfiguration of our police patrols.”

FACT: The official minutes of the regular meeting of the village board held on October 14, 2014 clearly show how Mr. Vorderer outright lied about this too.

Under section VII New Business By Village Trustees, I proposed that in order to increase neighborhood police patrols, Oak Lawn should require all police officers to take one street shift every month or every quarter.

This action would result in creating a greater police presence in every neighborhood without increasing taxes.

My proposal was completely ignored by the mayor and village manager. They never brought it up for discussion or a vote. In fact, Village Manger Deetjen addressed my proposal in the trustees information packet saying that, “Oak Lawn had no need to increase police patrols in neighborhoods…”

Increase in Burglaries Terry Vorderer is certainly entitled to his own opinion, but he is not his own set of facts.

Vorderer claims that there was “only a 6.7% increase in burglaries in Oak Lawn between 2013 and 2014.” That is blatantly false.

FACT: Official police department records showed 111 burglaries in 2013. I recently found out that burglaries increased to 282 by the end of 2014.

Just last week the police issued a village-wide warning about a rash of burglaries taking place on the same day and urging people to be watchful.

Either Trustee Vorderer isn’t aware of what goes on around him at village board meetings, or he is deliberately trying to mislead residents by spreading false information.

One final point, or challenge actually.

I wonder if Mr. Vorderer is willing to back up his claims by meeting with me on Oak Lawn’s cable television channel – live – to have a complete, open and honest discussion about the issues and charges he raised.

Terry, will you join with me in advancing the cause of a more open, honest and transparent village government? Or are you only interested in throwing mud?

Sincerely, Robert J. Streit 3rd District Trustee Village of Oak Lawn

Endorsing Kats

Dear Editor: As April 7 approaches, there ​ is a real opportunity for change in CHSD 218.

After years of uncontested races in School Board District 5 someone has finally stepped up to challenge Marco Corsi. Carol Kats is one of those candidates challenging the incumbent. ​I have known Carol for several years and I have been privileged to work with her on the Worth School Board District 127 for nine years.

Carol has been the board secretary for eight years and has chaired many committees.

She also brought to the board her expertise as an educator. Her knowledge of board governance is second to none. The people of our community have put their trust in Carol with their children’s education.

Tough financial decisions had to be made over the years in order to bring our district into a status of financial recognition.

Student instruction was never compromised during this time nor was our commitment to staff in

making them partners as we worked through this challenging situation. Carol’s leadership and ideas were key to this process. ​For these reasons, I feel that Carol is a much needed addition to the 218 board. The community has been seeking change to move the district forward, bringing integrity, consistency and collaboration to all its stakeholders. Carol possesses enthusiasm, knowledge and personality which are valuable assets for any board. It’s easy to support a candidate like Carol, as many community members have already rallied around her. ​ As much as Carol will be missed on our board, I believe the District 218 community will gain a top-notch educational advocate. Carol will always put our kids’ education first.

Embrace the future and vote for Carol Kats on April 7.

Drew Sernus Board President Worth School District 127

Support for Corsi

Dear Editor: We are all moms, some with children still at Shepard, and some with grown kids who attended there.

We’ve had many positive experiences with SD 218, and maybe some more trying ones, but the constant has been the responsiveness and respectfulness of our school board.

Our friend and neighbor, Marco Corsi, is president of the school board and has been extremely dedicated to the educational needs of our children while responsibly budgeting our tax dollars.

We’d like Marco Corsi to continue to represent us on the 218 school board. He’s an experienced board member, a successful business man and a wonderful neighbor. Let’s keep the good ones.

Please vote for Marco Corsi on April 7 Arlene Buyan, Mary Sawertailo, Barbara Rys, Lorraine Wideikis, Linda Mac Donald, Sue Murphy and Laura Schnoor Palos Heights

Experienced candidate who won’t litter community with signs

Dear Editor: It saddens me to see politics entering into School Board elections. School Board candidates holding fund raisers. School Board candidates’ signs are popping up in ditches and right-ofways, stuffing mail boxes illegally with handbills, and paying for newspaper ads.

School Board members are not paid – there is no monetary compensation.

I am running for re-election to the CHSD 218 School Board.

Shepard HS is part of CHSD 218.

I will not litter our community with political signs.

Please note that I am the experienced candidate who has responsibly invested our tax dollars to maintain a successful school district over the last 15 plus years.

A lot of good long term decisions were made and we are benefiting now. Some school districts made different decisions along the way and are now not that fortunate. It is more than luck for our success, hard work and touchy decisions were needed and I think I do that best.

We’re turning out graduates ready for the work force or to continue their education at colleges and trade schools. We’ve maintained our buildings and made additions and renovations to empower our students in our changing technology. Look at Shepard High School, it is a gem.

It takes a lot of planning and experience in running a big business like a $110 million high school district. I work at one every day.

Lots of employee contracts and big expenditures happen all the time in the district.

Big numbers can overwhelm inexperienced decision makers.

My opponents are new to this view of District 218. After they have many years on the job, my opponents will then probably be up to speed. We do not have to go that route.

Please help me to continue to work on your behalf.

Vote for Marco Corsi on April 7.

Marco Corsi, Palos Heights District 218 board president

Self-supported candidate

Dear Editor: This is a letter for my neighbors.

For those who do not know me, my name is Chris Trzeciak and I am one of four candidates seeking election to a seat on the Evergreen Park village board at the upcoming election on Tuesday. I want thank the many people who have supported me throughout this campaign so far.

I can honestly say this has been a challenging process, but I also believe it has been a successful one. I said early on that one of the primary goals of my campaign was to stir up interest in our lo-

cal election and to increase voter turnout. I believe we are well on the path to meeting that goal.

I am running as a self-supported independent candidate this election. This means that I have not accepted campaign contributions from anyone and that my entire campaign was financed by me personally. It also means that I am a true independent voice, not bound by any local political ties. I am a lifelong resident of Evergreen Park and have been serving as on the EPHS District 231 Board of Education for the past eight years. I have served the last two as board president and during that time maintained a healthy budget while completing numerous facility improvements. I encourage residents to talk to parents, faculty members, students, and other EPHS stakeholders if they would like to gain insight into the many recent accomplishments of the high school.

As a board member I have contributed to many of these accomplishments, but must emphasize that every achievement has been a collective effort due in no small part to the many, many people who volunteer their time.

Volunteerism is another issue that is very important to me. I want to extend a special thank you to my fellow Board of Education members, our colleagues at elementary District 124 as well as the Evergreen Park Library board. I hope residents fully understand the amount of responsibility these folks take on and that they do so as unpaid volunteers. The enormous commitment of time and energy these people put in and the amount they get accomplished is nothing short of amazing. I know I do it because I love my community and I am committed to public service.

Watching our students and young people flourish is very gratifying and has much intrinsic value.

On April 7, I will be asking for your support as a candidate for a seat on the Evergreen Park Village Board as a Trustee. If elected, I will be the only independent on the board and the only non-party member. I strive to be a collaborative person in all that I do and will be more than happy to work with the other elected officials regardless of political affiliation.

I commit to you that if elected I will ask tough questions, I will support anything that is positive or clearly beneficial to the residents of our community, I will inject new ideas, and I will seek further positive changes through constructive channels. I am now asking you, the voter to seriously consider supporting me on April 7. I am a vested member of this community and I truly want this job. I am excited for the opportunity we have here to do some great things, but it starts with the people in power – the voters. You have to go out on Election Day and exercise that power. Whether you support me, my opponents, or a combination thereof, please do your research and come out and vote. Remember that your vote is your voice.

Please learn more about this election by visiting my website: www.ctfortrustee.com Reach me on Facebook at: www. facebook.com/ctfortrustee Thank you, Chris Trzeciak, Candidate Evergreen Park Village Trustee

Consider change on H.S. District 218 board

Dear Editor: As I look around our towns at all of the signs, it seems we have accomplished the first feat of communicating to our community that there is an important election coming up. Many of you have already done your duty by casting an early vote. For those of you who are waiting for Election Day on April 7 or heading to early vote though this Saturday, I urge you to consider the current state of the High School District 218 board.

Marco Corsi, the incumbent, recused himself from the consent agenda vote that hired his son as an administrator in District 218. However, during his 16-year tenure on the board he supported the hiring of family of other board members and administrators. Taking care of family and friends should not be the primary responsibility of school boards.

What is really important is the education of students. I have spent my entire career working in a high school setting both as a teacher and a guidance counselor.

I am knowledgeable about the needs of students and the challenges that teachers and administrators face. I have been a board member for six years for Palos Heights District 128, a board that has a policy regarding not hiring family. Palos 128 has a long history of passing balanced budgets and receiving the highest financial recognition from the state of Illinois.

I will bring my experience as an educator and a board member as well as my role as a parent and taxpayer to provide a wellrounded perspective. I will work to restore the confidence of the

community and staff in the 218 Board of Education.

Jennifer Bylut Palos Heights Candidate for CHSD 218, District 5 Seat

Providing ethics and accountability

Dear Editor: The Chicago Ridge village board election is Tuesday and I’d like to remind all of the Chicago Ridge residents that every one of our votes is crucially important.

Throughout my campaigning this year, many of you offered your encouragement, your ideas and your concerns. I listened and took notes, and as your trustee, I will take those ideas and concerns and put them into action. If you elect me on Tuesday, I promise to focus on the things that matter to all of us – the safety and protection of our families, our property, and the future of Chicago Ridge.

I am an independent candidate, I am not a career politician and I do not have a political sponsor.

If elected, I won’t owe anyone any favors. Instead, I will hit the ground running. I will insist on transparency in Chicago Ridge government. I will push for the changes that we need in our services and in our neighborhoods and I will work hard to put you, the public, back into the discussion.

I believe that ethics, accountability and transparency are the building blocks of good government. I know that by working together and having open and intelligent discussions that the village board will be able to put into place a solid foundation to ensure a better future.

Please make your vote count Tuesday. Vote for our village – please vote to make me your village trustee.

Don Pratl Chicago Ridge

I lost my friends to heroin

Dear Editor: I hope you give this submission the attention it truly deserves, for I addresses an issue long swept under the rug in our high schools.

I am writing in response to current H.S. District 230 School Board members, some of which are candidates running for election as “230 United.” One March 20, the “230 United” candidates posted an endorsement letter from their fellow school board members to their Facebook page. In order to advance their political agenda, these current board members wrote, “We have not had one single case [of heroin] reported in any of our three schools.” This is misleading. As a District 230 alum, I immediately felt obligated to share this post with 150-plus alumni from the district. What unfolded next was both alarming and shameful.

My experiences as an alum can be summed on in one word –“heartbreaking.” Since graduating in 2004, I have attended the funerals of four very dear friends.

These once beautiful souls all had one fatal thing in common—Heroin. Each overdosed on heroin, not only ending their lives much too soon, but also forever altering the lives of their families and friends.

Our lives will never be the same.

In addition to these losses, I have had several close friends that have been, or are currently, in prison or rehab because of this deadly addiction. My best friend is currently serving a 3-year sentence in prison due to heroin. Additionally, my identity has been stolen twice in the last year by former high school friends who are facing heroin-related arrests and desperate to use a clean record. This is all a result of an addiction that started while attending District 230 high schools. I know this to be true because I watched their addictions begin just as quickly as I watched their downfalls.

While in high school, I know many friends who were doing heroin in the bathrooms of school, both before and after classes. I know friends who had to drop out of school to get a hold of their addictions. I know Dist.

230 staff members/deans who are fully aware of the heroin problem at school. I have spoken to several of them since graduation, and each time, these individuals have admitted their knowledge and concern for the students on this dangerous drug.

One March 20, I pleaded with fellow alumni to tell “230 United” of their experiences with heroin usage in our schools and just how severe the problem has been over the last 10 years. Many alumni posted countless stories of inschool heroin abuse and addiction on the “230 United” Facebook page, informing these incumbent Board members of how heroin has impacted their lives. Over the course of five-plus hours, the “230 United” candidates intentionally tried to silence the loud and clear voices of concerned District 230 alum. The “230 United” candidates not only dismissed these stories, but they also deleted and hid almost every alumni post. They blocked many of us, preventing us from posting anything further on

their page. I personally messaged these members but still received no response. They chose not to listen. The “230 United” candidates and their fellow Board members have intentionally tried to bury this very frightening and real issue in the sand.

Last week, your newspaper published the very same letter I read on March 20. There was, however, a glaring omission. The submitting Board members removed the very line that unveiled the truth about the never-ending heroin problem in Dist. 230. Once again, intentionally hiding the issue from the public, and silencing its most concerned residents. In a deleted post, a former alum and friend stated, “Denying that your district has a substance abuse/heroin problem, especially in the face of so many graduates who insist [otherwise] based on their personal experiences, is not only unacceptable but irresponsible… We expect, and deserve better than that… this is not optional – it is your elected responsibility.” For too long, the board has silenced our voices. We owe more to the loved ones who lost their lives to this horrible drug. We owe it to those who are in the process of losing their lives. We owe it to their families and friends, our families and our friends.

We owe it to the community. I refuse to remain silent. I hope you will speak out, too. It’s time for change in District 230.

Brittany Stevenson, M.A., L.P.C., Palos Heights, Stagg High School, ‘04

We need experience on Dist. 230 board

Dear Editor: In the upcoming school board election on Tuesday it is important that voters pay very close attention to the credentials that each candidate brings to the table. Rick Nogal, Patrick O’Sullivan, and Denis Ryan have been very involved in District 230 for many years. Their children have attended District 230 schools, so they are aware of the programs that are offered to our students and have a deep understanding of how the district works. Most importantly they have served on area district school boards so they understand the challenges that District 230 faces.

This year it will be very important to have experienced people sitting on our school boards. The state pays a small percentage of the cost to educate our children and due to the budgeting disaster that the politicians in Springfield have created, that percentage will probably be even smaller. We have already seen the efforts by Springfield to alter local school funding (Senate Bill 16). It was through the efforts made by these candidates Senate Bill 16 was tabled.

We urge you to vote for candidates with school board experience. Vote for Rick Nogal, Patrick O’Sullivan and Denis Ryan for the District 230 School Board.

Patricia Cooney, Susan Adamo, Susan Hennessey, Sheila Pacholski and Theresa Horvath.

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

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

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

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

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

13 CH 23030 9720 S. AVERS AVENUE Evergreen Park, IL 60805 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 2, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 22, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 10 IN BLOCK 2 IN A.G. BRIGGS AND COMPANY’S CRAWFORD GARDENS 2ND ADDITION, BS OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 9720 S. AVERS AVENUE, Evergreen Park, IL 60805 Property Index No. 24-11-118-030.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $39,866.49.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: ERIC FELDMAN & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 123 W. MADISON ST., SUITE 1650, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 344-3529 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

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

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $172,519.81.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201, CHICAGO, IL 60606, (312) 3571125 Please refer calls to the sales department Please refer to file number 14-02915.

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

ERIC FELDMAN & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 123 W. MADISON ST., SUITE 1650 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 344-3529 Attorney Code. 40466 Case Number: 13 CH 23030 TJSC#: 35-4325

LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC 175 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201 CHICAGO, IL 60606 (312) 357-1125 Attorney File No. 14-02915 Attorney Code. 18837 Case Number: 14 CH 15518 TJSC#: 35-783

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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The Reporter Thursday, April 2, 2015

SCHOOLS

Five seek two Moraine Valley seats

By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor

to the school now and three other children who plan to attend the school in future years.

There are five candidates up Tom Cunningham has been for a pair of six-year positions at on the board after his election two Moraine Valley Community Col- years ago and is seeking a six-year lege board of trustees and they spot this time. come from varying walks of life.

He is a realtor in the south subThere are a couple of engineers, urbs who graduated from Moraine a teacher, a realtor and a student Valley and has previously served on at the school. the District 135 board in Orland Here, in alphabetical order, is a Park. thumbnail sketch of the candidates: Kimberly Hastings, 30, is a William Christian is a teacher structural and transportation engiand softball coach at Thornton High neer who attended Moraine Valley School in Harvey. He has degrees and Southern Illinois University in from Chicago State and Olivet Carbondale.

Nazarene.

According to her Facebook page, He is an Oak Lawn resident who the is endorsed by a plethora of is vice president of the Oak Lawn heavy hitters including State SenaBaseball league and has a son going tor Bill Cunningham, State Repre-

sentative Fran Hurley, Bridgeview Mayor Steve Landeck and three teachers’ unions.

Michael Murphy of Evergreen Park is an MVCC and University of Illinois graduate and is a structural engineer in Chicago.

According to his Facebook page, he has been a STEM guest lecturer at Moraine and is a co-chair of the Maureen Murphy/Jolene Churak Service and Leadership Scholarship. He is also a runner who completed four marathons.

James Monroe Talbot, 24, is currently a student at the school and is working on a degree in political science.

He has worked as a volunteer with several veterans organizations.

Marquette Bank offers scholarships Marquette Bank, a locally-owned neighborhood bank, has announced the 61 local high schools selected for the 2015 Marquette Bank Education Foundation Scholarship Program.

The program has a 49-year tradition of providing scholarships to graduating seniors from schools near Marquette Bank’s 22 branch locations. Funded by the Marquette Bank Education Foundation, scholarships of $2,500 are awarded to students who demonstrate financial need, have an outstanding record of community service and maintain at least a “B” average to continue their

education. Since 1967, over $2.7 million has been awarded to more than 1,400 Chicagoland high school seniors.

“The scholarship program is part of a longstanding tradition and contributes to who we are as a neighborhood bank,” George Moncada, Marquette Bank President said. “We look to make a positive difference in the lives of our customers, our neighbors and our community.

The students who receive these scholarships (Continued on page 11)

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

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

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

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

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $139,709.47.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

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

BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.ANDRES SOLIS, CLOISTER CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ANDRES SOLIS, IF ANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 04095 4825 WEST 109TH STREET, UNIT 302 Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 9, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 23, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: BUILDING NO. 6 UNIT 302 IN CLOISTER CONDOMINIUM AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: LOTS ONE THROUGH 4 INCLUSIVE IN BEKTA AND O’MALLEYS CONSOLIDATION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT A TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM OWNERSHIP (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS DECLARATION) RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DEEDS OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. AS DOCUMENT NO. 25475180 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE DECLARATION. Commonly known as 4825 WEST 109TH STREET, UNIT 302, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-16-409-051-1070.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $101,996.78.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

If 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).

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.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com.. Please refer to file number F14040007.

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale may be entitled at most only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee s attorney, or the court appointed selling officer.

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

ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14040007 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 14 CH 8355 TJSC#: 35-4438 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.

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.

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.

Jennifer Bylut

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 W13-1455.

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 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. W13-1455 Attorney Code. 42463 Case Number: 14 CH 04095 TJSC#: 35-4455

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.

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.

Carol Kats

for students at all levels.

Bylut has served for the past six years on the District 128 board.

She’s worked as a high school teacher and guidance counselor for more than two decades, experience that will serve her well on the school board, she said.

“It’s something I feel knowledgeable about,” she said.

If elected, Bylut wants to repair the severed relationships between District 218 faculty, board members and administrators.

Additionally, she hopes to bring an end to nepotism in the district, she said.

She admits that she sympathizes with some of the faculty complaints throughout the district.

“I’m not going to lie. I probably am like-minded,” she said.

But she added that she has experience on both sides of the bargaining table, a skill that would benefit District 218.

She said that Corsi cannot take full credit for all of the district’s achievements over the past four years. And, he also should be held accountable leading a board that conducted a search for a new superintendent only to hire a candidate from inside the district.

She believes the search was “a dog and pony show” and that the district always planned to hire a new superintendent from within Bylut is married to Palos Heights Ald. Don Bylut.

Kats, a special education teacher in Chicago Ridge School District 127.5, has served on the Worth District 127 school board

for the past nine years. Her term expires in April.

Like Bylut, she believes her classroom and boardroom experience woul benefit her as a member of the District 218 board.

Kats’s son is a freshman at Shepard High School, which gives her a vested interest in the school district, she said.

“A lot of my skills translate into high school,” said Kats, a Worth resident.

Kats said she attended a District 218 focus group when the search for a new superintendent was underway.

“I took away from (the meeting) that people are looking for a change,” she said.

She too believes nepotism is a problem in the district, saying the issue has been brought to her attention on several occasions. She did not, however, point to any specific examples of the problem.

“There has to be something there,” Kats said.

She added that the district must improve communications with the community and repair relationships between school board, faculty, administration and other stakeholders.

Kats is endorsed by the teachers’ unions in District 218, 127 and and 127.5 as well as the Worth Education Support Team and several labor unions.

Despite the support from organized labor, Kats does not believe she would owe the organizations anything if elected, she said.

Experience aplenty with these three D218 candidates

By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter The three candidates running for a seat on the Community High School District 218 board have one thing in common: they know their way around school boards.

The three-way race to represent the board’s 5th subdistrict, which includes Palos Heights and Worth, pits incumbent Marco Corsi against Jennifer Bylut, a member of the Palos Heights School District 128 board, and Carol Kats, a member of Worth School District 127 board.

The subdistrict 5 race is in the only contested one for the district in the April 7 election.

Corsi, the current board president, has served for 15 years and maintains that his experience and achievements qualify him for another term.

Bylut and Kats, who are both teachers, believe it’s time for new faces on the board.

“You have to have the experience,” said Corsi, a Palos Heights resident.

He added that it takes a long time to understand the terminology and nuances associated with education.

Corsi said the district has significantly improved while he’s served on the board, including the addition of science wings at the Richards, Shepard and Eisenhower high schools.

“That was something that was desperately needed,” he said.

He added that board has been effective in the past several years in providing a quality education

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Commonly known as 9219 S. CENTRAL PARK AVENUE, Evergreen Park, IL 60805 Property Index No. 24-02-408-009-0000 AND 2402-408-010-0000.

Marco Corsi

MORAINE VALLEY Moraine Valley to Host Workshop On Becoming a Networking Star Job seekers can learn how to positively present themselves at networking events during Moraine Valley Community College’s free workshop, from 5 to 7 p.m.

Thursday, April 15. This event, which is part of the college’s Career Paths and Coffee Speaker Series, will be held in Building M on campus, 9000 W. College Pkwy, Palos Hills.

Sign-in and networking begins at 5 p.m. before the presentation at 5:30 p.m.

To register for the event, visit mvccfreeworkshop.eventbrite. com. For more information, call Peggy Heenan at (708) 974-5312, email her at heenanm6@morainevalley.edu, or visit morainevalley. edu/adultsuccess.

Lauren Milligan, CEO and founder of ResuMAYDAY, is leading this workshop on Perfect Your ‘Pitch’ to Become a Networking Star. Milligan will help participants, from business professionals at networking events and job seekers with potential employers to business owners with clients, learn how make impressive “elevator pitches” for positive first impressions. Through this interactive presentation, participants will develop and polish a compelling and clearly defined pitch, learn insider tips on public speaking and methods to develop a personal delivery style, and network with and deliver pitches to other attendees for instant feedback.

Milligan is the author of the book “Conversations with a Career Coach” and a contributor on topics related to employment and careers for WGN Radio, ABC News, CNN, and “The New York Times,” among other media outlets.

In addition to this event, Career Paths and Coffee host adult information sessions, which are monthly hour-long gatherings on all three of Moraine Valley’s campuses. They provide information for adults interested in learning about programs and resources or enrolling at Moraine Valley.

tion: The Basics, from 7 to 8 p.m., Wednesday in the Dorothy Menker Theater, in the Fine and Performing Arts Center, 9000 W. College Pkwy, Palos Hills. The event is co-sponsored by Northwestern Memorial Hospital and is free and open to the public.

Dr. Kehinde Adekola is giving this presentation. She is a hematologist/oncologist and assistant professor in the Division of Hematology/Oncology at the Feinberg School of Medicine and Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center at Northwestern University. Adekola received her medical degree from the University of Lagos and completed a fellowship in clinical chemistry at the University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas. She completed a residency in internal medicine at SUNY Downstate, Brooklyn, New York, and then a fellowship in hematology/oncology at Northwestern University. Adekola also finished a fellowship in stem cell transplantation at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.

For more information, contact Mari Smith at 608-4039, or email her at Smithm@morainevalley. edu.

This event also provides guests with an opportunity to find out more about educational and career opportunities in the judicial field, and to learn about SSC’s Paralegal, Court Reporting and Criminal Justice programs.

For more information, or to register, email LawDay@ssc. edu, or contact Jason M. Cieslik, J.D.,paralegal coordinator, at 596-2000, ext. 2579.

ST. XAVIER UNIVERSITY St. Xavier Appoints Jamie Spiva as Executive Director for University Development Saint Xavier University has named Jamie Spiva, a Joliet resident, has been named the new executive director of development of the university’s Advancement department. While serving as an employee, consultant and volunteer for non-profit organizations, she has been instrumental in helping raise more than $300 million in cash and pledges within her 15 years of experience.

In her new appointment, Spiva will oversee the day-to-day operations of the annual fund and the development of special events. She will also work directly with donors engaging them philanthropically with SXU. SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE Spiva, most recently served as Live Court Cases to be a freelance consultant for Spiva Heard During Law Day at Consulting, which she founded in South Suburban College 2005. Her responsibilities includThe South Suburban College ed working closely with clients to Legal Studies Department will create new development programs host their second annual Law Day and enhance existing strategies. on Friday, May 1 at the college, Spiva designed annual appeals; 15800 State St., South Holland. capital endowment, and comThis year’s event will feature a prehensive campaigns; strategic special live court case. Oral argu- planning efforts; conferences and ments for a real criminal First special events; and many other District Appellate Court case will development projects. In addition be heard in the Performing Arts to Spiva Consulting, she worked Center. This is a rare opportunity directly for several Chicagoland for the community to observe the non-profits.

First District at work at an offPrior to launching Spiva Consite location. The general public sulting, Spiva held an appointis welcome. ment with the international fundOpening remarks will begin at raising firm, Community Counsel10 a.m. The audience will have ing Services. During her six-year an opportunity to ask questions tenure with CCS, she worked her of the appellate prosecutor and way up to supervising and directappellate defender following the ing multi-million dollar diocesan arguments. The justices will re- and parish capital and endowment turn to the performing arts center campaigns. Spiva served as the for another question and answer mentor to six junior CCS team Moraine Valley to Host session at 11:30 a.m. members and was an integral Medical Presentation on Attendees are welcome to stay part of the training program. She Stem Cell/Bone Marrow for a mock crime scene demon- served on the committee to plan Transplantation stration from noon to 2 p.m. in two CCS conferences and assisted Moraine Valley Community Col- the Atrium of the main campus, in the development of two distance lege is hosting its Medical Educa- as well as a court reporting dem- learning programs. Spiva was a tion Series presentation on Stem onstration from noon to 2 p.m. trainer and an executive director Cell/Bone Marrow Transplanta- in the Heritage Room. with CCS when she left the firm.

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Ryans’ hope: D230 candidates clash before election

By Tim Hadac Staff Reporter “Winning isn’t worthwhile unless one has something finer and nobler behind it,” Amos Alonzo Stagg once said, which may be one of the few things two clashing sets of candidates agree upon as the Consolidated School District 230 Board of Education race heads to the wire on Tuesday.

The district, which includes three high schools—Stagg in Palos Hills, Sandburg in Orland Park and Andrew in Tinley Park—is one of the largest in Illinois.

Seven candidates are on the ballot, with three 4-year terms up for grabs.

One set of candidates includes two incumbents—President Rick Nogal and Vice President Patrick O’Sullivan, along with newcomer Denis Ryan.

The other set is headed by three newcomers—John Thomas Donovan, Frank Ryan, and Mary Ryan Norwell.

The other candidate on the ballot, Palos Heights resident Wesley Boske, does not appear to be campaigning and did not respond to a request for comment by The Regional News.

Battles lines drawn Nogal has essentially portrayed Donovan’s candidacy as nothing short of an invasion of the suburbs by what he calls “Chicago-style machine politics,” noting Donovan’s position as a key member of Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan’s staff. He has chafed at what he calls lies by Donovan’s camp regarding District 230 finances and academic performance.

Nogal and others in his camp have questioned why Donovan’s team includes two people named Ryan, and have implied that the move is an example of “ballot shenanigans” designed to confuse voters and pull votes away from Denis Ryan—a charge that Donovan flatly denies.

Donovan, in turn, has mounted an aggressive push to portray board members as lying to themselves and voters by painting an overly rosy picture of district finances and academic performance, as well as claiming they are asleep at the switch when it comes to beating back efforts by some state lawmakers to pull funds away from the district and re-distribute them to needy areas.

He also claims that some board members and district officials are attempting to sweep what he calls a “heroin problem” under the rug.

Donovan has said publicly that he considers himself “loosely allied” with Frank Ryan and Mary Ryan Norwell, and Donovan’s bright green campaign signs carry his name only—but a mailer touting the trio as “Team 230” recently appeared in mailboxes in the district.

Both camps have thrown other accusations at each other, ranging from harassment at early-voting sites to pilfered lawn signs, and more.

the push against Senate Bill 1, the successor to SB 16 and was scheduled to convene a public meeting of the minds on the bill Wednesday night.

Nogal has repeatedly pointed with pride to what he calls the school board’s fiscal integrity on his watch, as well as the academic performance of students in the district.

Donovan, 28, of Palos Park, has never held elected office but grew up around public service.

His father, Thomas R. Donovan, was a top official in the adminDonovan istrations of Chicago Mayors Richard J. Daley and Michael A. Bilandic, and later served as longtime president of the Chicago Board of Trade.

He is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame and DePaul College of Law and currently serves as a top legislative advisor to Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan.

A theme of his campaign is that district residents are paying too much in property taxes for schools, while the quality of education at all three high schools has declined.

He also disputes the current board’s assertion that it has not raised its tax levy in recent years and vows to “ensure that our property taxes do not increase.”

Donovan has also criticized the district for ignoring a student population that, like other teens across the nation, “is plagued by drugs.” He scoffed at those who say that heroin is not a significant issue at the schools and said a friend of his who attended Stagg is currently serving a drug-related sentence.

He has proposed expanding the use of naloxone, a drug credited with saving increasing numbers of lives of people who have overdosed on heroin. First responders are making more use of naloxone, and Donovan said he wants to make it available to parents in the district.

He added that his experience in Springfield with Madigan makes him well suited to help lead the district’s fight against SB 1 and any other attempts to pull state dollars away from the district.

O’Sullivan, 44, of Orland Park, was elected to the board in 2007 and is finishing his second term. He has served as board presiO’Sullivan dent, as well as chairman of the building and finance committee, which he said gives him a “well rounded” view of district operations, which serves taxpayers well. He also pointed to his involvement in contract negotiations as a valuable experience.

The president of PRO InsurThe candidates Nogal, 58, of Palos Park, ance Services, O’Sullivan is a Sandburg graduate and earned a served two bachelor’s degree at Bradley Uniterms on the versity. He also coaches youth Palos School athletics in the area.

District 118 In the fight against SB 16 and Board of SB 1, he has been at Nogal’s Education, shoulder, figuratively and somefrom 2003times literally.

11, including Nogal O’Sullivan pointed with two years as pride to a number of achievepresident. He is finishing his first term on the ments during his eight years on District 230 board. Prior to his the board, including adding a election in 2011, he served on the 30-minute block of time to the board’s Student Services Commit- school day, which can be used by struggling students to get tee for four years.

He also served as chairman of tutoring and other assistance, the board of directors of Palos and for enrichment purposes for Community Hospital from 2000- those who don’t.

If re-elected, he said he plans 10, as well as in a number of volunteer posts in the community. to continue on the same track, A business litigation attorney, including fighting SB 1 and reNogal earned regional and even sisting what he said are attempts statewide acclaim last year as by some in Springfield to move a champion of the successful local school board elections to movement by suburban school the fall, which he said could lead districts to fight Senate Bill to the “politicization” of what 16, the proposed School Fund- are supposed to be non-partisan ing Reform Act of 2014. Had contests. it passed, the legislation would Norwell, 59, of Orland Park, have resulted in a loss of millions of tax dollars annually describes herfrom District 230, as well as self as “a lawits elementary school feeder yer, professor, volunteer and districts.

Nogal helped lead two pub- a Sandburg lic forums that rallied citizen mom.”

A retired opposition to the bill, and his detailed analysis of the projected a s s i s t a n t Norwell impacts of SB 16 was used as a state’s attormodel by other school districts. ney, she curThis year, Nogal is engaged in rently serves as legal services

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director for Catholic Charities.

She ran for judicial posts twice in recent years, falling short both times.

For the past decade, she has taught law as an adjunct professor at IIT Chicago Kent Law School. She also has taught in the law enforcement program at Kaplan University.

She grew up in Chicago and attended Queen of Peace High School.

Norwell’s view of the district has been shaped by her family’s positive experiences at Sandburg, especially how many students are involved in extra-curricular activities that enhance their life learning experience.

At Sandburg, she has served in several volunteer capacities.

She also is active in the youth ministry and other efforts at St. Michael the Archangel Parish, as well as in Scouting.

As Donovan has, Norwell has criticized the district on several fronts, saying it ought to be doing a better job academically, and that the district should have convinced the Illinois Department of Transportation to make Sandburg’s section of La Grange Road a top priority, since the torn-up roadway is “an accident waiting to happen for our young drivers. There are large ruts where there were once road, lanes are narrow, lights are dim and the road is cluttered with construction horses. The danger is enhanced

with poor weather and heavy traffic,” she said.

Denis Ryan, 55, of Orland Park, has served on the Community Consolidated School District 146 Board of Education since 2009. Before that, he was a member of Denis Ryan the board’s finance committee.

He is a Certified Insurance Counselor with the Ryan Reum Insurance Agency. As a member of the Independent Insurance Agents of Illinois’ Legislative Committee, Ryan helped draft legislation to protect businesses in Illinois, according to his campaign biography.

Additionally, he is a director at large with the Illinois Association of Schools Boards and is chairman of the Orland Park Civic Center Authority. He also has coached youth athletics in the area.

As a supporter of Nogal, O’Sullivan and the current board, Ryan said he “wants to make our schools shine” and that “what they accomplish at Sandburg is amazing.”

He said he plans to continue what he said is the fiscal responsibility of the current board.

“If you look at your property tax bill, 67 percent of that is schools,” he noted. “It’s a

considerable investment for an extremely important job, educating the children of our community, and we must continue to make sure that funds are spent wisely, for everyone’s sake.”

Frank Ryan, 58, of Palos Heights, is an attorney in general practice in Oak Forest.

Like Norwell, he has run for judge before but fell short at the polls. Frank Ryan He also ran but lost a close race for Palos Township supervisor more than a dozen years ago.

He earned his undergraduate degree at Northern Illinois University and his law degree from The John Marshall Law School.

Ryan said he is running for the District 230 board because he is concerned about the three school’s academic performance.

He pointed to a ranking that showed that no school in the district is in the top 100 statewide. “I think we can and must do better than that,” he said.

He also claimed that district officials treat Stagg High School “like the poor stepchild of the district.”

“There aren’t enough [Stagg] kids going to college,” he said.

Additionally, he recalled last year’s Stagg graduation as a “fi-

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asco,” chiding school officials for scheduling an outdoor graduation “with heavy rain in the forecast” and which resulted in furious parents and students. “If these people can’t even run a graduation ceremony properly, what makes anyone think they can get the rest of it right on a daily basis?” he asked.

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-85CB, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 200585CB, Plaintiff, -v.VINCENT KNEELAND, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC. AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE BANK, PARKVIEW TERRACE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 0821 8844 MOBILE AVE., UNIT 307 Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 1, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 20, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: UNIT 307 PARKING SPACE P-7 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS IN PARKVIEW TERRACE CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 25360637, IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 8844 MOBILE AVE., UNIT 307, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-05-100-029-1021 AND 24-05100-029-1029.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $140,692.90.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (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.

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If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 6053500 Please refer to file number 11-0821.

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

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and relocate to their home country of Korea once the merger is complete.

“I don’t see this as a closure. It’s (Continued from page 1) a rejuvenation process, like a life conversations makes me laugh.” cycle.” Oh said. “I don’t want to Morgan didn’t refer to any see the church settle independently. particular senior but there was The merger would be best.”

“There were conversations about one who didn’t have a problem a merger when we were appointed to speaking her mind.

Ramona Paulumbo, of Brid- this church,” Sunghee Oh said.“We geview, had very strong opinions knew there were financial difficulties about previous church leadership and that this was a possibility, but and program cuts causing drops in it’s still sad.”

To some it feels like a total liqmembership.

Paulumbo said the writing was uidation sale.

Everything must go, including on the wall when members stopped getting financial status updates on the church food pantry that feeds upwards of 200 families per week the church budget.

Pastor Oh has been pastoring and a daycare center. Members said Worth UMC for two years, but for they’re praying for a buyer so the 30 years total. He and his wife, food pantry and daycare can remain Sunghee of 37 years plan to retire as tenants to the new owners.

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Community Briefs Cinema Group to Discuss Long Day’s Journey into Night CineVerse, the Oak Lawn Park District’s free weekly film discussion group open to anyone age 17 and older, will show and then discuss the 1962 film Long Day’s Journey Into Night Wednesday from 6:45 to 10:15 p.m. at Oak View Community Center, 4625 W. 110th St., Oak Lawn. Participants should check building signage for the room number. For more information, call 529-9028, or visit cineversegroup.blogspot.com.

Oak Lawn Park District’s CineVerse Invites Residents to Discuss Film CineVerse, the Oak Lawn Park District’s free weekly film discussion group open to anyone age 17 and older, will show and then discuss the 1941 classic screwball comedy Ball of Fire, starring Barbara Stanwyck and Gary Cooper Wednesday, April 15, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Oak View Community Center, 4625 W. 110th St., Oak Lawn. Participants should check building signage for the room number.

For more information, call 5299028, or visit cineversegroup. blogspot.com.

New, Updated Catalog Coming to all SWAN Libraries The New SWAN Library Catalog is coming to area libraries, including the Oak Lawn Public Library, April 14, when the implementation of a new, updated online catalog goes live. It will bring some highly in-demand features to the fingertips of library patrons and enhance the user experience.

All 77 libraries in the System Wide Automated Network (SWAN) consortium, comprised of public, academic and special libraries, will make the move to the new catalog. Enterprise, the new public catalog, will work on all standard browsers, and allow even better sharing of materials as well as more intuitive searching, eBook integration and online resources.

Online searches will be easier with the additions of spelling correction, search suggestions and recommended titles. With intuitive searching, patrons will receive results the way they would expect, resembling the familiarity of popular internet search engines.

An enhanced usability on mobile devices is another positive feature.

For eBook and audiobook lovers, this new catalog provides a seamless combination. Patrons can view the downloadable resources that are checked out to their accounts, search for all digital holdings in the catalog, and then download these materials without having to leave the catalog, with one search and one log-in. This also applies

to magazine and journal articles, online resource suggestions and database integration via eResource Central and Ebsco EDS. One of the most utilized benefits of SWAN is that members of one library can request materials from other member locations, and the items are delivered to their home library for checkout. This Interlibrary Loan process is responsible for over eight million shared items annually. In the new catalog, patrons will still be able to request materials from other member locations and have materials delivered to their home library for checkout.

Patrons will still be able to view eBook holds and checkouts in the catalog, place holds, freeze holds and pay fines. Coming soon, mobile apps and social media integration will make using your library even more dynamic. Patrons can also indicate how they would prefer to be notified of materials, whether by phone, e-mail, text, or paper.

Prior to the roll out of SirsiDynix, all patrons who utilize “Wish Lists” in the current catalog and want to export this information before Friday, April 10, should contact the Library at 708-422-4990 to speak with a staff member or visit www.olpl. org to download instructions. Patrons who have opted into saving their “Reading History” will find it transferred to their account in the new catalog.

Here are a few a possible answers to questions patrons might ask: Q: What should I do now to prepare for the new catalog?

A: Make sure your e-mail and phone number are accurate and up-to-date. Patrons can ask a staff member at one of our service desks by calling call 422-4990 or update the information online at https://catalog. swanlibraries.net/patroninfo Q: Will there be any disruptions to the current catalog?

A: From April 11-13, the current catalog will be in view and search only mode. This means you will not be able to make changes or place holds. Since the system will be limited, information may be inaccurate.

Staff will also be unable to look up your account information, so you will need your library card or know your number in order to check out material.

Q: What should I do after the April 14 update?

A: Log in to your account using your library card number and Personal Identification Number (PIN). When the new catalog goes live, your PIN will automatically reset to the last four digits of your primary phone number. You may then reset the PIN to one of your choice.

To change your PIN, log in to your account, call 422-4990

or visit one of our service desks for help from a staff member.

You must have a valid e-mail account to reset your PIN online.

Your checkouts, holds and other information from your card will transfer to the new catalog.

Remember to update your SWAN-related browser bookmarks that are saved to your computer or mobile devices.

ORLAND PARK District 230 to Host Inaugural Final Event to Support Innovative Learning District The District 230 Foundation will hold its inaugural D230 Foundation Final Event Saturday at Elements Banquet at Homewood Suites, 16245 S. LaGrange Rd, Orland Park. Doors at open at 4 p.m. and close after the second game.

The Final Event will feature the NCAA semifinal basketball games on three big screens, unlimited food and drink, attractions and more. Tickets are $25 per person in advance and $30 at the door.

Guests must be 21 and older.

In addition to the Final Event, the district will host a Super Raffle. Only 1,000 Super Raffle tickets will be sold making the odds of winning 1 in 50. The top prize is $10,000 and $22,500 in cash prizes will be awarded.

Raffle tickets are $50 each.

Event and raffle tickets are available at www.d230foundation.org, or from any committee member.

All proceeds support innovative learning at Sandburg, Stagg and Andrew High Schools through District 230 Foundation grants and special programs.

The District 230 Foundation is an independent 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization, so contributions are tax deductible in accordance with the law.

PALOS TOWNSHIP Deadline Coming Up to file Property Assessment Appeal Application The residents of Palos Township have until Friday, April 10 to file a property assessment appeal application in the Palos Township office, 10802 S Roberts Rd., Palos Hills. The township office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 598-4418.

Appeal Applications must be received by the Cook County Assessor no later than April 13.

Palos Township staff will assist residents with applications until April 10, allowing the last day, April 13, 2015 for delivery.

The Assessor’s Officer wants township residents to know that property tax increases are directly related to the amount of money local taxing bodies request for spending. Even in a declining market, tax bills will not go down unless taxing bodies reduce spending.

Kenneth R. Holdcroft Kenneth R. Holdcroft, 53, of Worth died Saturday at Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn.

An Oak Lawn native, Mr.Holdcroft is survived by sons David, Andrew and Alexander; sisters Bonnie (Dale) Wheeler, Diane Holdcroft and Kathleen (Gordon) Hussa; niece Elizabeth and nephew Michael.

Visitation is from 4 to 8 p.m.

Thursday at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Highway in Palos Hills. A funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Church Corner CHURCH Sacred Heart Parish Announces Dates for Fourth Annual Summer Music Series The Sacred Heart Music Department is bringing back its Summer Music Series fundraiser led by James Grzadzinski, the parish’s music director.

There are no tickets required for these programs, but a free will offering benefitting the Sacred Heart Music Department will be taken for each event. Sacred Heart Parish is located at 8245 W. 111th St., Palos Hills with parking available in the parking lot. For more information, call Grzadzinski, at 974-3336, Ext. 245.

The Ministry Center, the Sacred Heart Players, will present Hooray for Hollywood! A Celebration of Music from Broadway and the Movies at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 17. This program will include some of the most popular songs featured in major cinematic productions as well as Broadway productions that have been adapted for the movies.

The Sacred Heart Chamber Ensemble will present A Festival of Chamber and Organ Music at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, July 1 in the church.

This program includes music for strings, woodwinds, brass, piano, and organ, including Piano Trios by Beethoven and Chaminade, as well as selections from Dubois’ Douze Pièces Nouvelles for solo organ.

The Sacred Heart Cantori, the parish’s resident schola, will present Lessons and Carols on the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus at 4 p.m.

Sunday July 12 in the church. This program will present choral selections, hymns, and readings on the parish’s titular. The Most Reverend Joseph Siegel, Auxiliary Bishop and Vicar General of the Diocese of Joliet will be the presider.

The final program will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9 when the Sacred Heart Players return to present, A Salute to America!

A Celebration of American Music.

The program will feature a patriotic tribute alongside rock, pop, country, and musical theatre selections.

Heaven ~ A Place of Rest with God Heaven is not a ghostlike, foggy atmosphere where disembodied spirits float around. Heaven is as real as this Earth. Jesus told His disciples, “I go to prepare a place for you.” Paul taught that Christians would have new imperishable bodies.

Again, contrary to many popular ideas, Heaven is not dull.

The things that are killjoys on Earth — selfishness, hatred, death — all will be gone. Heaven will not be a place where we sit around with nothing to do.

The Bible suggests that Heaven will be a place for dynamic, creative and untiring activity, but without toil and fatigue.

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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 Bank Amer to Osipavicius Nicholas, 11022 Major Ave, $25,000; Fifth Third Bk to Kunda Antoni M, 7006 W 99th St, Unit #201, $57,500; Fannie Mae to Mate Botond, 7049 Oconnell Dr, Unit #303, $53,000;

Fannie Mae to Ramaha Naznieh, 7101 Oconnell Dr, Unit #1B, $40,500.

Evergreen Park Wells Fargo Bk Tr to Johnson Paul, 8908 S Utica Ave, $81,500; Mcginnis Kevin to Camer Natalie L, 10219 S Central Park Ave, $132,500; Joneikis Paulius to Paxton Toby, 10211 S Homan Ave, $309,000; Everett Rebecca M Tr to Bar-

Meatheads, a fast-casual restaurant that specializes in gourmet hamburgers, opened its 14th location in Illinois Monday March 30, at 11026 S. Cicero Ave. in Oak rgan Sonia, 8935 S Sacramento Rita, 5840 104th St, Unit #312, Lawn’s new Stony Creek PromAve, $122,500. $50,000; enade shopping center.

Sweeney Martin M to Cataldo There was a ribbon cutting Hickory Hills Gmartin, 9529 S Minnick Ave, with members of the Oak Lawn HH Bldg Lp to Nguyen & Unit #3C, $132,500; Hong LLC, 8591 S Roberts Rd, Standard B&T Co Tr to Abdo Chamber of Commerce and vil$1,650,000; Scott N, 10417 S Keating Ave, lage officials.

The Oak Lawn location is the Chicago Trust Co Tr to Rah- $415,000; man Mazen A, 9252 78th Ave, Chicago Title Land Trust Co chain’s second site in the south $140,000; Tr to Ogrady Austin J Jr, 10320 suburbs. A location opened a couple of years ago in Frankfort.

Cashel Homes Inc to Juozapa- Lockwood Ave, $235,000; It is the restaurant chain’s 16th ityte Jolanta, 9433 S 83rd Ave, $380,000.

Chicago Title Land Trust Co location overall.

In addition to gourmet burgTr to Mulrenim Trevor M, 9531 ers, the Meatheads menu includes Oak Lawn Lacrosse Ave, $165,000. chicken sandwiches, chop salad, Graff Sharon R Decd to Marveggie melt, chicken tenders, New tinez Hector Sr, 5644 W 88th Palos Hills Pl, $185,000; Garry Kristy L to Akel Bas- England-style hot dog and hand Standard B&T Co Tr to Stan- sam, 11130 S 84th Ave, Unit dipped milkshakes. dard B&T Co Tr, 5840 104th St, #111301B, $38,000; The 2,000-square-foot restauUnit #206, $70,000; Intercounty Judicial Sales rant will seat 90 inside and ad Goldenberg Thomas Tr to Corp to Pkl City LLC, 7921 W ditional seating on a patio will be Holden Adrian C, 10201 S Ko- 103rd St, Unit #3B, $51,000; available when weather permits. mensky Ave, Unit #1B, $63,000; Hours will be from 11 a.m. to Feigl Kathleen A to Hughes Hamel Laura A to Blossom 10 p.m. daily.

Meghan, 9305 50th St, $155,000; LLC, 10405 S Sheffield Dr, Unit Guzzo Victoria R to Gardner #10, $63,000; Rainbow Cone Judge III, 9640 Kedvale Ave, Unit Standard B&T Co Tr to Eped cuts Creamery ties #302, $134,000; Partners LLC, 11301 S 78th Ave, Original Rainbow Cone fans Judicial Sales Corp to Tapir- $2,839,500; in the south suburbs will have dau Lidia, 5316 Alexander Pl, Cunningham Matthew W to to visit the original location in $26,000; Barchak Timothy M, 10345 S Chicago’s Beverly community at Forch Harriet B Tr to Cibas 73rd Ave, $257,000.

9233 S. Western Ave. to get their fill of the five-layered cones.

The ice cream emporium, which recently reopened for the season, has severed ties with The Creamery restaurant chain. The cones had been available at Creamery lo• Review parents’ situation cations in Frankfort, New Lenox, regularly. Many parents are Manhattan, Manteno, Mokena, not comfortable sharing the Orland Hills and Homer Glen specifics of their financial situ- for the last few years. ation with their adult children.

“It’s with deep regret that Yet, as much as you can, try to we must announce that Rainperiodically review your par- bow Cone and the Creamery ents’ insurance, banking and have agreed to end their licensinvestment statements. These ing agreement,” Rainbow Cone meetings give you good oppor- announced on its website. “We tunities to look for irregulari- apologize for the disappointment ties or suspicious activities, and inconvenience, and we hope such as significant changes ample, urge them to never give in their spending patterns, customers will be able to make personal information over the unusual cash withdrawals or the journey to 92nd and South phone or in response to emails. transfers from their bank ac- Western for the one and only Since these types of requests counts, or sudden transfers of Original Rainbow Cone.”

Creamery owner William are the most common methods assets to a relative or someone used to perpetrate scams, en- outside the family. courage your parents to put all such solicitations — as well as • Know the professionals. requests for money — in the Your parents may not be to“trash” folder. Also, ask your tally at ease involving you with parents to remove paper mail their financial and tax advisors.

Residents in and around the promptly from their mailbox However, using your discretion, Evergreen Park community have — resourceful identity thieves see if you can accompany your a chance to combine Pilates with have been known to steal mail parents when they meet with physical therapy for 10 years at and extract key pieces of per- their advisors. If these people Core Fitness and Physical Thersonal information from financial are legitimate professionals, apy, 2940 W. 95th St. statements or correspondence they will not object to your The owner of the studio is Bevfrom Social Security. And if your interest in your parents’ af- erly resident Diane Fidler, MPT parents don’t already have a fairs — in fact, they should and Pilates method alliance certipaper shredder, present one welcome it. fied teacher. to them as a gift — and show “Since Pilates actually began Your parents have done a them how to use it to delete old lot for you. You can help re- his work by attaching springs to statements, credit card offers pay them by doing your part to hospital beds in order to rehabiliand similar documents. help protect them from threats tate, it seems like a natural fit to incorporate Pilates into physical to their financial security.

• Check for legal documents. therapy,” Fidler said. “Having had Scott Johnson, CFP, is a fi- the opportunity to provide this Your parents, like everyone, should have a will and a durable nancial advisor with Edward type of recovery in the community power of attorney. These docu- Jones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos where I grew up and am raising ments will enable someone they Hills, 974-1965. Edward Jones my own family for the past decade trust implicitly to handle their does not provide legal advice. is truly an honor.” finances if they can’t. Discuss- This article was written by Diane and her team of physiing these types of issues with Edward Jones for use by your cal therapists, massage therapists, your parents may not be easy local Edward Jones financial and Pilates instructors are cel— but it’s certainly important. advisor. ebrating CORE’s 10-year anni-

Protect seniors from financial abuse It’s unfortunate but true: The elderly population is targeted for financial abuse or exploitation. In fact, by some estimates, this type of targeted abuse results in billions of dollars in losses each year. If you have elderly parents, what signs should you watch for to determine their vulnerability?

And what can you do to help protect your parents from being victimized?

In regard to the first question — signs of vulnerability — the most important thing to watch for is your parents’ mental state.

As you know, many people go through their entire lives with their faculties intact — but even if this is the case with your parents, you still may want to be on guard against them falling prey to unscrupulous operators. And if you have noticed your parents becoming forgetful, confused, overly agitated or showing any other signs of possibly diminished mental capacity, you may want to be particularly vigilant for the appearance of financial irregularities.

If you don’t think your parents are, as yet, victims of fraud or abuse, you can take steps to help protect them. Most importantly, maintain constant communication with them and be aware of what’s going on in their lives. Also, consider the following actions: • Advise parents on precautionary measures. Suggest to your parents that they take several common-sense steps to avoid financial scams. For ex-

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are the future leaders in these communities and anything we can do to encourage them helps achieve those goals.”

Scholarship recipients are selected by their school’s principal, guidance counselors or principal-appointed committee and are recognized at an awards ceremony attended by friends and family. The scholarship can be used to cover expenses at any higher education program including: four-year colleges and universities, community colleges, vocational training or trade schools. To apply, students from participating schools can pick up an application from their guidance

counselor’s office. Schools must submit their scholarship recipient

by April 24.

Here are some of the area school participating: •Brother Rice •Chicago Christian •Evergreen Park •Marist •Mother McAuley •Oak Lawn Community High School •Queen of Peace •Richards •Shepard •St. Laurence •Stagg For more information on the Marquette Bank Education Foundation Scholarship Program, call 1-888-254-9500 or visit: www. emarquettebank.com.

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Comings & Goings By Bob Bong McEnery in February announced that the chain would be auctioned off in April. Buyers can bid on one or multiple stores.

The auction will take place April 7 at 7 p.m., at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago-Alsip.

Midwest Cargo partners for clean fuel station in Hodgkins Two businesses are partnering up to build a new clean fuel station in southwest suburban Hodgkins.

U.S. GAIN, a division of U.S. Venture, and Midwest Cargo Systems Inc. have decided to work together to build a compressed natural gas station at Midwest Cargo’s facility at 9750 W. 75th St. in Hodgkins.

The site is perfect for trucks that use CNG fuel as it is a halfmile south of the busy Interstate 294 and Interstate 55 corridor.

Construction on the new station is expected to begin this month.

Midwest Cargo is in the process of acquiring 10 Class 8 CNG tractors via leases with Ryder Transportation. With a fleet of more than 100 dry vans and reefers and 50 tri-axle chassis, Midwest Cargo serves a variety of transportation needs in the region including the delivery of intermodal containers and dedicated fleet operations.

Robert W. Cunningham, president, and Thomas L. Ciukaj, vice president of Midwest Cargo, detailed their company’s commitment to CNG. “We evaluated the many benefits of converting to CNG and embraced the ideal of being environmental leaders within the transportation community,” Cunningham said. “When we look back to our origins, some 80 years ago, we’re reminded of how my grandfather, Jim, started

out delivering ice with a horse and wagon and as my father, Bob, grew the company, he continued transitioning to cutting-edge vehicle technology. Tom and I feel that by converting to CNG, we are continuing their innovative path.”

“Midwest Cargo is another great example of a company making the decision to transition to CNG,” said Bill Renz, general manager for U.S. Gain. “Even with the recent drop in diesel fuel prices, CNG still provides significant savings. We’re not only meeting a growing need in the industry, but we’re building our national network, which allows more fleets to leverage the savings and environmental benefits of CNG.” This is first time Midwest Cargo will be operating trucks that use CNG. “Converting 10 vehicles is a great first step and I’m confident Midwest Cargo will convert more trucks in the future as the savings adds up,” Renz added.

GAIN Clean Fuel’s expanding national network of compressed natural gas stations offers a lower cost, environmentally friendly alternative to diesel fuel, with stations strategically located along major carrier routes, creating significant benefit for its partner trucking firms.

With this partnership, GAIN Clean Fuel is on track with its plan to have more than 100 CNG stations in operation within the next two years.

There are currently 43 GAIN Clean Fuel stations in operation or under construction throughout the U.S., including one in Joliet Each provides fast-fill capabilities and has fleet card acceptance. All of the stations are open for use by other companies and the general public.

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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The day will include a free Pilates mat giveaway, Barre, and Fusion classes as well as a free Be Activated seminar. Staff members will be available throughout the event offering free mini-services

such as PT consults, massages, and Be Activated sessions. Light refreshments will be served.

CORE is an in-network provider for BlueCross/BlueShield PPO members. It also accepts workers compensation claims. For more information on this event and/or services offered at Core Fitness and Physical Therapy, please visit corefitnesspt.com or call 708-422-0990.

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WHATIZIT?

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Today-Thursday: Patrons can learn, Five Ways to Save the Planet, with the Prairie Godmothers at 7 p.m. at the Evergreen Park Public Library. They will emphasize such tips as plant ‘smart’ shrubs, think differently, water wisely, love your soil, reuse paper and plastic, lean into green living by mixing DIY ingenuity with homespun practicality and a touch of whimsy, take charge of local sustainability by starting at home with five easy ways to save the planet. This event is co-sponsored by the Garden Club of Evergreen Park. Registration is recommended.

plies to a perfect world where science is really science and not paid for by any large pharmaceuticals.

How many times have you heard an arrogant doctor suggest that he or she prefers to base their treatment on science? What a joke.

Abramson goes on to write about the manipulation of data in studies and he is concerned the once good standards of science have been weakened and in some cases completely abandoned. We now have what he calls a medical industry.

I know what he’s talking about.

I had occasion to speak with a research nurse who stepped out of the field she loved so much because of how research she was working on, was being manipulated. Her explanation was “He who pays the piper calls the tune.”

She couldn’t deal with it any more.

Abramson regrets that much of the research today is done by for-profit companies paid for by

from modern medicine. Unfortunately, at times, the only explanation regarding the efficacy of a particular drug, comes from the trained drug salesperson.

That is not to say, we should

By Dee Woods never listen to our doctors, but when prescribed medication, the drug companies. make sure you do your own reI also subscribe to a newsletter search in finding out whether the published the organization, Public medication might not be the right Citizen, Worst Pills, Best Pills. answer, especially if you are on Each month the issue covers the more than one medication. So background regarding the Food many times, as he points out in & Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) the book, the more medications process of drug approval and how one is on, the more chance for side various drugs are not really safe effects and problems with interacthe companies proclaim. tions between drugs. Sometimes it I believe the point Abramson takes years for such interactions and the others are getting to is to be noticed and accepted. that medicine today is not necesIt is important to be your own sarily about science, but about advocate and an advocate for those money. For that reason, it’s sug- in your family. gested we all do research for any new drugs we are prescribed.

Dee Woods column runs every first Remember, it is estimated over and third week. She can be reached 100,000 deaths per year occur at deewoods10@icloud.com.

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After a great three-week run of Guest WHATIZITs, we’re back to using our good old goofball shutterbug.

Last week, Worth’s Gene Sikora sent us vapor trails from the skies of Oregon and it’s also the name of a Rush album and song.

Worth’s Theresa and George Rebersky were the vapor trailblazers with the first correct guess.

Other sky-high guessers were Evergreen Park’s Bernadette Pratl, Henrietta Mysliwiec and Jan Merchantz, Oak Lawn’s Thom Czyzewski, Palos Heights’ Jim Cap and Walter Mlynarski, Worth’s Robert Solner Chicago Ridge’s Patty Vandenberg and the Friday Night Ladies Poker and Aerospace Engineering and Alien Sighting club of Oak Lawn, Orland Park and Oak Forest.

Incorrect guesses were “a picture capturing both the sun and moon (a Rush song, but the wrong one),” the Aurora Borealis, the band Rush and “some reference to the band Rush – one of their songs, I guess.’’

This week’s clue: You may grimace when you find out what this is.

Send those guesses to thereporter@comcast.net by Monday night.

Don’t forget your name and hometown.

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I’ve been reading “Overdosed America: The Broken Promise of American Medicine.”

I’m on chapter 7 and right from the get-go what Dr. John Abramson said grabbed me.

He said: “From their first day of training, medical students are taught to trust the research published in peer-reviewed medical journals.

They learn to take for granted that publication of research findings in these journals ensures that the principles of rigorous science have been followed: that the research has been properly designed to answer the question in a way that can be translated into clinical practice; that data have been analyzed fairly and completely; that the conclusions drawn are justified by the research findings; and that the scientific evidence that has been published constitutes our best medical knowledge.”

What Abramson is saying ap-

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What are the secrets to a longer life? Well, researchers have identiwith fied four reAnthony Scarano gions where people routinely live to be 100 years old — Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia; Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica; and Loma Linda, Calif.

What these places all have in common is that the people who live there eat diets rich in vegetables. They eat little meat and many have adopted a Mediterranean diet consisting of fish high in Omega 3 oils and loads of vegetables, fruits and whole grains.

The residents of these locales have cancer rates 20 percent less than elsewhere in the United States.

They also have far lower rates of cardiovascular disease, and dementia is almost non-existent.

Researchers believe such a diet can add as much as six years to life expectancy.

By eating these foods, many of which are high in antioxidants, and drinking herbal teas, these people are lowering their blood pressure morning and night, while giving their bodies the ability to fight off illness and infection.

These places also are quite hilly, which contributes to the people who live there getting good exercise walking to work or church, or just for fun. We know that regular exercise can release hormones, help balance brain and body chemistry, improve mood and prevent dementia. The Omega 3s they get from fish may also be vital to preventing dementia and depression, as well as liver disease, and give them healthier skin with fewer wrinkles. The best sources of these good fats are coldwater fish such as trout, salmon, herring

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keep out of reach of children

and mackerel, with tuna being a lesser source. Flax seed also contains high amounts of Omega 3s.

Naps may also play a role in good health. People who nap five times a week for a half hour each time have a 35 percent less chance of cardiovascular disease.

So be wise. Drop the cheeseburgers, pizza and fried foods,

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.

and start eating what your body really needs. Adopt a Mediterranean diet, drink green tea and red wine every day, and get your naps. You may just find you feel better, get sick less often — and who knows, maybe you’ll see 100.

Anthony Scarano is not a doctor. He is an Evergreen Park

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April 4: Patrons interested in free eBooks can visit the Worth Public Library at 1 p.m. when it hosts an eRead Illinois “Petting Zoo” program. It will be held in the Worth Library Meeting Room. eBook trainer Natalie DeJonghe will answer questions about the April 4, 11, and 18: Powerpoint eRead Illinois website, apps, and and Prezi will be the topics under formats and will demonstrate discussion during this program at them on a variety of portable 10 a.m. PowerPoint is a graphical devices. Patrons who do not have Microsoft software package used to ereaders can download eBooks to create presentations. Participants smartphones and/or their computwill learn how to create slides us- ers and laptops. ing templates; add text, images, audio and video files. Prezi is a April 18: The Worth Public Licloud-based presentation software. brary District twill hold a slide In place of slides and bullet points lecture program on Images of (like PowerPoint or Keynote), Prezi Abraham Lincoln at 1 p.m. in uses a “zoomable canvas” upon the Library Meeting Room. This which concepts can be displayed. slide lecture examines a variety of The speaker navigates among the depictions of our 16th president. data and visuals along a pre-deter- Images of Lincoln changed during mined navigation “path,” telling a the course of his political career. compelling story that sticks in the He continued to be a popular minds of the audience and makes source for artwork and material for a more effective presentation. culture after his assassination.

There is a $10, non-refund- This program examines paintings, able fee for this program. photographs, sculptures and maRegistration is required. terial culture relating to Lincoln and their historical context. Jeff April 6, 10, 13, 17, 20 and 24: Mishur of Art Excursions will Patrons can learn computer basics present this lecture. This probeginning at 10 a.m. at the Ever- gram commemorates the 150th green Park Public Library. This class anniversary of Lincoln’s death. is for adults with limited knowledge Registration is required.

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Thursday, April5,2,2015 2015 Thursday, March

Lewis basketball revels in record-setting year

By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor

The area wasn’t represented in NCAA Division I March Madness, but at the Division II level of women’s basketball Palos Heights resident Alyssa Sliwek took a trip to the Elite Eight.

Sliwek, a Mother McAuley alumnus, is a reserve sophomore guard for Lewis University, which finished 31-3 and was four points away from advancing to the Final Four of the Division II tournament.

The Flyers fell 61-58 to Limestone last Tuesday in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Lewis, which led most of the game, had three chances to tie in the last 12 seconds, but a trio of 3-pointers didn’t fall. Sliwek only played a minute in that game but saw action in 33 this year while averaging 1.8 points and 1.3 rebounds per contest.

She ranked eighth among Flyers with 28 assists and nailed nine 3-pointers in 20 attempts for a team-best 45 percent showing. Sliwek, who appeared in 15 games as a freshman, was also a 70 per-

cent free-throw shooter.

While at McAuley Sliwek helped the Mighty Macs win back-to-back regional championships in 2010 and 2011. She was also a mainstay on the Illinois Defenders AAU team and helped that organization bring home a Junior National title.

This year Sliwek was part of a Lewis squad that established single-season school records for most victories and fewest losses and became the first Great Lakes Valley Conference team to win at least 30 games since Drury did so in the 2005-06 campaign. The Flyers won 14 games by 25 or more points and enjoyed a schoolbest 23-game winning streak.

They made their initial Elite Eight appearance after capturing the first regional title in program history. Lewis was also ranked No. 1 in the nation for the first time ever and spent a total of five weeks in the top spot between January and February.

And things remained interesting even in the closing minutes of the Elite Eight.

“This is a group that I knew would never quit,” Flyers coach Lisa Carlsen said during the postgame news conference.

“They were going to fight to the end.

What this group was able to accomplish was pretty remarkable. We had a feeling this would be special year and it really has been.

“These guys have been playing together for a long time [and] they believed they would be here. They believed they had a shot at the national title. You can never question their heart.

“We beat three Division I teams in exhibition games in a week and that got people’s attention. We started climbing the polls and were ranked No. 1 for a while for the first time [and] we had a long home win streak that spanned over a couple of years. It brings a lot of recognition to the university and to the Lewis community.’’

The Flyers return some talent next year including Jamie Johnson, who led the team in scoring at 18.2 points per game, and Mariyah Brawner-Henley, who was second at 17.6. There’s a good chance Sliwek will play an expanded role as well.

“It won’t be the last people hear of Lewis,” Carlsen said.

Photo courtesy of Lewis University

Mother McAuley grad Alyssa Switek (front row, right of trophy with index finger raised) and her Lewis University basketball teammates celebrate winning the first regional title in program history.

Living in a perfect world Knights set a school record for best start to the season

By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

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Dan Vos, shown during a game in 2014, won on Saturday for Chicago Christian and already has a 3-0 record on the mound this season.

While other teams scramble to find baseball games, Chicago Christian keeps on playing — and winning.

The Knights raised their season total of completed contests to eight, the same number that is counted on the left side of the ledger. Victories six, seven and eight came last week, one of them at the expense of a first-time foe.

Never before Thursday had Christian and Lincoln-Way East met on the diamond, but that changed now that Mark Vander Kooi is in charge of athletics at the Frankfort school. A former football coach and AD at Christian, Vander Kooi contacted Knights coach Eric Brauer to ask if he was interested in a game.

Brauer, also Christian’s current AD,

Chargers tell them to ‘scRam’

Early uprisings enable Stagg to overpower Reavis

By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

Three games into the 2015 season Matt O’Neill looks like quite the sage.

When asked about his team’s assets prior to the start of the campaign, Stagg’s coach projected that offense should be among its stronger ones. Seeing as how the Chargers’ attack had been somewhat sketchy in recent years, O’Neill’s assessment might have seemed like little more than wishful thinking to many.

But as Stagg demonstrated last Thursday, he was right on the money. The Chargers won’t be mistaken for the 1927 Yankees, but they definitely possess greater punch than they have of late.

Reavis learned that the hard way. Normally a competitive squad against most opponents, the Rams were out of their element versus Stagg.

Part of Reavis’ undoing came at its

own hands — it was guilty of an uncharacteristically high seven errors — but the Chargers also did their share of the lifting as they knocked out 17 hits.

Seven of those were doubles and Stagg runners crossed the plate 15 times over the first two innings.

Those early explosions laid the groundwork for a stunningly lopsided 19-2 victory over the Rams that improved the Chargers’ ledger to 2-1. They had lost to Nazareth Academy and edged Romeoville the week before.

“I think we have the ability to do this hopefully pretty consistently,” O’Neill said of his squad’s onslaught. “Everybody that got a chance to bat did pretty well in that game.

“We did what we should do. [Reavis is] really young and they’re a little Photo by Jeff Vorva down, and we took advantage of their Brett Stratinsky, seen here during a 2014 game, slammed a two-RBI mistakes.” double as part of Stagg’s 10-run second inning against Reavis last See CHARGERS, Page 5 Thursday. The Chargers rolled over the Rams 19-2.

didn’t hesitate to say yes.

“If somebody calls and wants to play, we’ll usually try to find a way to play it if we can,” he said. “We felt pretty good about it.”

Brauer and his players felt even better by day’s end as the Knights made the most of their opportunity against a member of the highly regarded SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue. Despite owning a roster that was about double the size of Christian’s, the Griffins wound up short on the scoreboard.

They did draw first blood but went dry after the opening frame. There were a couple threats issued, but Knights pitchers were equal to the task. And a three-run third inning snapped a 2-all tie and sent Christian on its way to See KNIGHTS, Page 5

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Orland’s Wood is Big Ten’s best

Chances are no one around St. Laurence was surprised by Kyle Wood’s accomplishments.

After all the two-time area Player of the Year certainly performed his fair share of heroics while wearing a Vikings baseball uniform. Now at Purdue, the Orland Park native gave fans in West Lafayette, Ind., a sampling of what he’s capable of doing with a bat in his hand — and fans in Norman, Okla., nightmares.

Wood proved an almost impossible out during the Boilermakers’ three-game series with the Oklahoma Kyle Wood Sooners in early March. The junior first baseman went 9-for-11 at the plate with two solo homers, a three-run double and seven RBI in all. Wood also drew a pair of walks, scored four times and finished the weekend with a .786 on-base percentage as he was retired just twice in 14 plate appearances.

That effort was impressive enough to net Wood Big Ten Player of the Week honors for the first time. He became the first Purdue player to be feted in nearly two full seasons.

Wood’s performance, which included multiple-hit See COMMUNITY, Page 6

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Hooping it up on the Internet

On the attack Stagg’s Patrick Roach tries to put down a kill last Tuesday against Richards. The Chargers scored a 25-18, 25-16 victory in Oak Lawn.

We all are thankful for the Internet, that wonderful creation Al Gore dreamed up for us, but we’ve likely only scratched the surface as far as what we’re able to do on there.

All of us know about on-line auctions and purchases, and the young people among us are fully aware of just how much research material can be purloined — excuse me, extracted — from Web sites. Instead of having to borrow the same set of library books, copying identical stuff out of them for use on a project or term paper and fooling only the densest of educational professionals when they claim the work to be original and solely their own, students can surf the Web and plagiarize a much wider variety of materials, some of which they might actually find to be useful.

The delinquent faction of society, of course, uses the Internet for more nefarious undertakings, like visiting pornography sites or ones established to get politicians elected. I guess a dark cloud must hover over even the best-intentioned inventions.

The latest thing that savvy computer types can log onto is the NCAA men’s basketball tournament, coming to you free of charge through the courtesy of CBS Sports. Almost every game played in the first three rounds of the 64-team extravaganza can be accessed, except for those being televised by the CBS affiliate in a computer user’s particular geographical region.

So now, thanks to modern technology, we all have yet another way to avoid working while at work. Naturally, business managers who aren’t employed by CBS probably won’t take kindly to productivity levels dropping at their offices, but the network’s geeks have considered that scenario and developed a “boss button,” which allows computer viewers to instantaneously exit basketball coverage and return to the solitaire game they had been playing on company time whenever somebody wearing an expensive suit comes snooping around.

To a techno feeb such as my­self, all this stuff gets pretty confusing. Sure, I’ve typed all these sentences on a computer, but only because I’d develop hand cramps if I wrote them out longhand.

From what I read in a Chicago Tribune account of the whole NCAA Tournament-on-computer experiment, this sort of marriage between traditional media outlets and newfangled electronic devices is not entirely new. According to the story, CBS, NBC and ABC have made other programming available via the Internet or iPods, which I just love to eat whenever my dining choice is Chinese.

Besides learning that “broadband” refers not to the piece of elastic around the top of my pants but a computer-related item, the most interesting tidbit I took from this story was the quote of the vice president of programming for CBS Sports­Line, whose approval rating right now makes the nation’s vice president openly weep. Said Joe Ferreira: “A free product seems like a winner to us.”

But for how long? CBS admittedly is test-driving this livesports-on-computer package, but what happens if it’s a huge hit?

History tells us that “free” is the most profane four-letter word in a businessman’s vocabulary. Companies don’t make money off “free,” so it’s only a matter of time before the “r” gets dropped and “free” becomes “fee.”

Don’t believe me? If you’re old enough to remember, think back to the earliest days of cable television — what was the selling point? NO ADS. That was the reason viewers were asked to pay for the privilege of having cable.

Looked at cable programming lately? Of course, you have — when you finally get past all the commercials. Today, there are at least as many product ads — and probably more — on cable than on free TV. And yet, we must still subscribe to a cable service, which raises its rates every single year.

So before we all grow too comfortable with this sports-ondemand deal, we should consider what may await down the road. Even if CBS entices enough on-line advertisers to join in and make this endeavor a rousing success right from the getgo, the chances of the network continuing to offer a freebie for years to come are slim.

And if pay-per-view computer watching arrives, can pay-perview network watching be far behind? This simply cannot be allowed to happen. We’ve got to keep free airwaves in existence.

We cheapskate techno feebs won’t accept it any other way.

BARTOSH

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SOFTBALL ROUNDUP

Eagles regain their form in Tennessee

By Anthony Nasella When Sandburg started its 2015 season two weeks ago with a pair of lopsided defeats on the road against Moline, coach Jim Fabianski was disheartened with the results.

But after watching his Eagles rebound at last weekend's Lady Warrior Southern Classic in Murfreesboro, Tenn., by winning four of five games he's feeling a bit more settled.

Sandburg was rained out on Thursday night at the Lady Warrior Classic and had to play three games on Friday. It captured the first two over Bolton, Tenn. (182 in three innings) and Oakland, Tenn. (9-4 in six stanzas) but lost 17-3 to Lauderdale, Ala., in five innings.

Instead of being discouraged by the late turn of events, the Eagles simply got refocused and concluded their tourney appearance with

a pair of Saturday successes: 2-1 over Dyer County, Tenn., and 16-2 over Tullahoma, Tenn.

“I saw a lot of things that I definitely liked,” Fabianski said.

“We got some good pitching performances from Niki Saviano and some solid hitting from the likes of Katie Krzus, Daniela Amador and Brianna Soltis.

“The losses to Moline were pretty bad. We definitely didn't play the way we were capable of. Our pitching and hitting wasn’t what it could be, and I think the girls were a little embarrassed because they know they’re a better team than that, so the wins in Tennessee were a good rebound in that belief."

Saviano recorded wins against Oakland on Friday and Dyer County on Saturday. In between those was the loss to Lauderdale, but Fabianski was not disappointed with that outcome due to the grind of Friday.

“I’m convinced that we would have won nine of ten games against that team,” he said. “I know the score was lopsided, but it was our third game of the day and the wind was blowing pretty bad. Granted, it was the same for our opponent and the other teams, but I do know that our opponent hadn’t played three games that day like us.

And to the girls’ credit they came back on Saturday and won both games.”

Fabianski said another positive point from the weekend was the play of a sophomore Molly Kaspar, who was recently brought up to the varsity.

“I think Molly might be staying with us for a while,” he said. “I brought her down to play at Tennessee and she proved that she can hit the heck out of the ball.

She also pitched pretty well for us. I was very pleased.

“And our freshman shortstop,

Armed and dangerous

Ashley Wood, is doing things in the field that others can’t do. She sometimes makes an error, but she’s also a freshman. Her bat is also coming around.

"It’s nice to know you have somebody like that for four years.”

As far as redeeming themselves from the nightmare in Moline, Fabinaski said his girls are definitely looking more like the team they’re capable of being.

“I don’t think we’ve put it all together yet, but at times in Tennessee we showed a lot of promise,” he said. “That’s what I’m taking away from the weekend, and I think the girls made the best of their opportunities to get together and play together as a team.

“That’s why we go to Tennessee every year. We accomplished that goal.” *** Chicago Christian earned a 12-6 triumph over Queen of Peace last Wednesday.

Every which way they can

Pitching keys two more Crusaders victories Vikings use different means to bag pair of wins

By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

A baseball team can never have enough pitching.

That mantra has been spouted by managers and coaches at every level of the sport for as long as games have been played. Many high school teams possess an ace on the staff, but only a lucky few have multiple arms that can be considered dangerous to opposing batters.

Brother Rice had three pretty reliable hurlers in 2014, one of whom — Mike Enriquez — garnered all-area first-team status.

But when he and fellow pitchers Brian Musielak and Ian McGinnis picked up their diplomas last spring, Crusaders coach John McCarthy figured they’d be difficult to replace.

In fact, when mentioning preseason question marks, two of the three things McCarthy said and he and his assistants “were really concerned about [were] our arms [and] bullpen.” Five games into the 2015 season, though, the worries are disappearing — fast.

Not only has Rice looked sharp on the hill against an array of tough early-season foes, but it also appears to have corrected its other perceived flaw.

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against good pitching.

Rice stroked 17 hits in two outings last week, which it used to subdue Oak Forest (80) on Wednesday at the Ray Kroc Center in Chicago and New Trier (6-2) on Thursday in a Steven Bajenski Memorial Tournament game at Wheaton College.

But overshadowing the solid bat work was some dynamic mound efforts, beginning with junior Jack Nelligan’s no-hitter through five innings versus the Bengals. In improving his record to 2-0 Nelligan struck out five and walked only one.

“Jack Nelligan was absolutely fantastic,” McCarthy said. “He set a good tone. As I’ve said before, any time your pitching is really good it gives your bats time to get adjusted and there’s no pressing [from] having to come back [from behind].

Once we got ahead we felt really good.”

And while Oak Forest did break up the no-hitter when Tom Przekwas relieved Nelligan, the former was nicked for just two hits and rang up three more strikeouts. He did not issue any free passes.

The Crusaders gave Nelligan the only runs he’d need to notch the win when Mike Schalasky slammed a two-RBI double following Danny Paluch’s single and a walk to Andrew Dyke in the first. Dyke (solo) and Schalasky (two-run) both homered in the third, and Dyke (single), Paluch (fielder’s choice) and Ryan Kutt (sacrifice fly) were RBI men in the fourth. *** The combo of Kutt and Pat Smith was equally frustrating to the Trevians as the duo stopped them on five hits while whiffing six and giving up no free passes.

A three-run fifth highlighted by Schalasky’s two-run double and Dyke’s RBI on an infield single broke the game open as that rally handed Rice a 5-1 edge.

“In terms of us competing, these were two really good, well-coached programs and we continue to face good arms, so I’m hopeful that builds our confidence and our hitters get [more] comfortable,” McCarthy said. “We’re doing what good programs do: They see other team’s top arms and hit them.

“You’re not going to be good every day and have everything clicking, [but] everyone feels like whether we do it or don’t do it that day we can beat good teams. [And] I’m very pleased with our seniors being good leaders — there was good energy in the dugout and everybody was supporting each other.”

The Crusaders have won four of their first five, with both earlier triumphs coming by shutout against Whitney Young and Lincoln-Way North. Among Rice’s opposition this week was another storied Illinois program, Lyons Township.

“We’re happy with the start,” McCarthy said. “We feel blessed to leave all these games with a win. We feel like we have a long way to go, but we also feel that with our preparation and how hard the players and coaches work anything’s possible.

“Are we surprised? No, not really. A few of those [questions] have been answered and we’ve earned a little of what we’ve gotten.”

Other notables for the Crusaders versus New Trier were Kutt (RBI double), Michael Massey (triple) and Paluch (RBI single).

Rice’s other run was plated on a passed ball.

By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

Give St. Laurence some credit for ingenuity.

When a team musters just five hits in one game and commits nine errors in the next, the odds against success would appear to be stacked pretty high.

But not only did the Vikings overcome both those circumstances in their first week of action, their triumphs were gained by shockingly wide margins.

In last Thursday’s season-opener versus Lake View, for example, St. Laurence tallied at least three times in three separate innings to win via mercy rule, 11-0. Then on Saturday the Vikings traveled to Peoria for what was planned as a twogame stay.

Peoria Notre Dame, however, bowed out, perhaps after seeing St. Laurence survive a slew of mishaps in the field to defeat Peoria Richwoods 14-6. While Vikings coach Pete Lotus wasn’t especially enamored of making a long journey for just one contest or seeing all the defensive breakdowns, watching a high-octane offense do its thing brightened his mood.

“We didn’t play well defensively — I’ve never been a part of nine errors and it was a little frustrating,” Lotus said. “[But] we swung the bats great.”

Fifteen hits testified to that, and St. Laurence augmented those with 13 stolen bases. Kevin Aderman swiped four bags, four other players had two thefts and the Vikings boasted five multiple-hit guys, a quintet led by Anthony Rios (4-for-5, two RBI) and Jimmy Burnette (3-for-3).

Also getting into the batting act were Mike Finger (two hits, three RBI), Tommy Farrell (double, triple, two RBI), Jack Cavanaugh (two hits), Nick Verta (bases-clearing triple) and Anthony Chimera (one hit, two RBI).

Undoubtedly St. Laurence’s assault caught at least some people by surprise. Don’t count Lotus among that group, however.

“We’re possibly overlooked because of the guys we lost,” said Lotus, whose 2014 graduates included 2013 Player of the Year Mike Kornacker (Purdue) and Brad Wood (Northern Illinois). “These are not as recognizable names and some new guys are going to have to step up, but don’t get me wrong: We’re going to be good. We have some talented kids.

“I think our guys have worked really hard and I don’t expect anything different than in other years, [which means] going out there and truly compet-

ing. I think the guys expect that too.”

The Vikings’ two lower-level clubs both posted more than 20 victories last spring and seriously challenged for Chicago Catholic League titles, so a winning mentality is already in place. St. Laurence did receive a tough blow, though, as senior John Riordan broke a bone in his hand in a non-game situation and will be lost for the remainder of the season.

“It’s disappointing for John and I feel awful for him,” Lotus said. “Even with the big guys we had last year, he had four or five wins and he had a great summer. He was kind of a leader for us.”

Frank Greco, who knocked in one of the Vikings’ runs with a sacrifice fly, surrendered 10 hits during a five-inning stint on the hill but was touched for only three earned runs. He struck out four while capturing his eighth consecutive varsity triumph without a loss dating back to last season.

Mike Munoz and Cavanaugh each threw an inning of relief, with the latter striking out the side in the seventh.

St. Laurence 11 Lake View 0 Five hits aren’t normally enough to get an offense labeled potent, but when they’re mixed with eight hit batsmen and seven walks it spells trouble for the opposition. Such was the scenario on Thursday as the Wildcats got rolled.

“It wasn’t like their pitchers were terrible — they just didn’t throw many strikes,” Lotus said. “It’s obviously tough to tell much when you’re getting walked and hit by pitches that many times, but I thought we did a pretty good job [capitalizing on chances].”

Rios’ RBI triple was St. Laurence’s lone extrabase hit and one of two on the day for him. Greco (hit by pitch, sacrifice fly), Riordan (single), Finger (hit by pitch), Burnette (walk) and Dan Cummings (walk) were the Vikings’ other RBI men. Hitting safely in addition to Rios and Riordan were Cavanaugh and Anthony Robles.

Dan Heiden, the first of three St. Laurence hurlers, was credited with the win after going three stanzas on a yield of one hit while fanning four. Lake View notched just two other hits in the remaining frames off relievers Zach Erdman and Munoz.

Three games were on this week’s schedules, the last of those being Saturday’s matchup with WheatonSt. Francis. Prior to that, the Vikings were due to square off with Lincoln-Way Central and Harlan.

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All’s quiet on the Central front Winter blast keeps Bulldogs baseball players dormant

By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

Serving it up

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Richards’ Jake Fleming prepares to serve the ball against Stagg last Tuesday in Oak Lawn.

Snow covered the baseball field just off 106th and Central Avenue last Monday, as was the case at every other south suburban diamond. And spring’s brief retreat back into winter didn’t end there.

When thermometers struggled to get past 40 on other days, it wreaked further havoc on local baseball schedules. Among those teams most affected was Richards, which had matchups with Stagg, Thornwood, De La Salle and Homewood-Flossmoor postponed by the unseasonable weather.

Fresh off a season-opening win against Rich Central the Saturday before, Bulldogs coach Brian Wujcik was hoping his youthdominated club could keep positive momentum going. While realizing that playing in 5 inches of white stuff was an obvious no-go, Wujcik held out hope that once the snow melted — which it mostly had by

SPORTS SUMMARY

Lourdes has no mercy on Cougars Lourdes took it away on Saturday.

What the Ohio university, seeded No. 1 in the Great Lakes Conference volleyball tournament, removed was St. Xavier University from the 2015 postseason. Matched up against Lourdes in the tourney semifinals, the Cougars suffered a season-ending 26-24, 25-20, 25-14 setback in Cincinnati.

But the defeat couldn’t erase all that SXU accomplished prior to that. It finished over .500 (8-6) in conference play for the first time since the program’s 2010 inception, and the Cougars' 12 victories in 27 matches represented their highest overall win total to date.

Sophomore outside hitter Sean Barry and senior middle blocker Sam Kull were the standouts versus Lourdes as they combined for 24 kills. Barry put down 13 of those. Other principal figures for SXU were sophomore setter Moises Lopez (34 assists), sophomore right-side hitter Craig Rosner (four block assists), freshman middle blocker Bradley Gadek (four block assists) and sophomore libero Dominic Villa (five digs).

Before falling in the semis the Cougars staged a rally on Friday, fighting back from a 2-0 deficit in sets to shock fifth-seeded Siena Heights (Mich.)

University. SXU prevailed by scores of 19-25, 2527, 25-19, 27-25, 15-8.

Kull, who was named to the six-man All-Great Lakes first team, set a school record with 14 total blocks, two of which were solo efforts. He augmented that number with 12 kills and four service aces. Kull finished the match owning team records for most kills (310), aces (55) and solo blocks (26) by an individual in a single season.

The Cougars also set a team standard for block assists in a match Friday with 32.

Playing a pivotal role too was Barry, who finished with career bests of 16 kills and five block assists. Barry was one of three SXU players chosen for the GLC All-Academic contingent.

Joining him were sophomores Dan O’Keefe and Anthony Huang, the former of whom aided SXU’s defense against Siena Heights with a career-best 13 digs.

Also chipping in to the victory were Rosner (career-high 11 kills), Villa (14 digs) and Lopez (match-high 43 assists). *** Kull’s 10 aces eclipsed a Cougars single-match record and his 18 points made him the school’s career leader in that category with 1,020, and SXU used that offense to defeat Trinity International University in the regular-season finale.

In addition to his points and aces, Kull registered six kills and four block assists. Sophomore Justin Parra distributed 25 assists, Barry finished with six kills and Villa had seven digs.

WOMEN’S TRACK

Solid distance runs by sophomore Courtney Correa and senior Ali Proffitt were two of the big bright spots for the Cougars in their opening meet of the outdoor season, last weekend’s Washington University Invitational in St. Louis, Mo. Correa posted a personal-best time of 19 minutes, 47.68 seconds in the 5,000-meter run while Proffitt competed in the 10,000 for the first time in her career and clocked a 38:46.41.

“This was a fantastic way for both Courtney and Ali to open up their outdoor seasons,” SXU coach Lisa Ebel said. “Ali ran an incredibly smart and even race, especially for her first time competing in the event. I’m really looking forward to many more great races by this pair as the season continues.”

The Cougars will take part in Benedictine University’s Eagle Invitational on Saturday, April 11, in Lisle. The meet begins at 10 a.m.

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A school-record and NAIA provisional-qualifying time of 14:51.75 in the 5,000 for senior Brian Corcoran highlighted the Cougars' appearance at the Washington University Invitational. This was the first time in Corcoran’s standout collegiate career that he has qualified for the NAIA Outdoor Track & Field National Championships.

In addition, several other SXU runners achieved personal-best times as the team used the meet as a way to get its distance runners tuned up for the new season. Some other notable performances were turned in by senior Kyle Counter, junior Victor Solis and sophomore Abel Hernandez.

Both Counter and Solis joined Corcoran in the 5,000 to post their personal-best times, the former doing so with a 15:48.31 effort. Solis bettered his own record by more than 30 seconds as he completed the run in 15:59.35. Hernandez had a solid start to his outdoor campaign by crossing the finish line in 31:58.11 in the 10,000.

SXU's men will also compete in Benedictine's Eagle Invitational.

later in the week — games could resume.

“On Friday I was talking to Todd Sipple from H-F about playing on Saturday,” Wujcik said. “I said, ‘I’m desperate to play, but it’s only going to be about 35 degrees outside.’ We don’t have a real big roster anyway, and I can just picture that we have a pitcher who can’t quite get loose and he hurts his shoulder or a guy running the bases doesn’t get loose and pulls a hamstring. “[The kids] are dying to play, but the [potential] detriments outweigh the positives.”

Richards was set to try again this week with four more contests on the docket, including a clash with Sandburg this past Tuesday. The Bulldogs play Mt. Carmel on Saturday. While Wujcik would love to make up all the lost ground as quickly as possible, he’ll refrain from doing so.

“You get a week like this [past one] and I have to resist the temptation to pile games on each other,” he said. “Not only does it tax your

A changed reaction Astros erase deficit, take down Harlan

By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

SOFTBALL

For the second time in the three weeks junior pitcher Nicole Nonnemacher has been named the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference Softball Pitcher of the Week.

Nonnemacher went 3-0 overall during the Cougars’ 6-0 week and struck out at least 14 batters in each of her three starts, two of which were conference contests. In addition to this week’s award she earned the first honor of the 2015 season on March 11.

Nonnemacher began her latest award-winning week with an 18-strikeout, one-hit, no-walk effort in a 5-0 win against Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights. The 18 strikeouts were the sixth-highest total in NAIA history and fourth-best showing for a seven-inning contest. She followed that performance with a 14-strikeout night against CCAC foe Roosevelt University in Rosemont in an 8-7 victory before closing out the week with her second one-hitter in a 16-strikeout, two-walk 1-0 win over Siena Heights (Mich.) University.

Nonnemacher posted a nearly 5-to-1 strikeoutsto-walks ratio and surrendered just 10 hits over that three-game stretch.

BASEBALL

Despite racking up 17 hits and nine runs on the day the Cougars came up short in two CCAC clashes with Roosevelt Saturday at Boomers Stadium in Schaumburg. SXU (6-14, 4-8) managed just four hits in Game 1 in dropping a 1-0 verdict. The Cougars fell behind 8-1 in the nightcap and despite a much more potent offense suffered a 15-9 setback in nine innings.

SXU did get another solid start on the mound from freshman right-hander Tyler Hebel, who threw all six innings of the opener and scattered six hits.

He struck out three and walked four. The only run scored off him was delivered in the first inning on a sacrifice fly.

Cougars batters did not have an answer for Lakers sophomore left-hander Cameron Simak, who pitched his first shutout of the spring. No SXU player had more than one hit and the locals failed to take advantage of two-on situations in both the third and fourth stanzas.

Junior Jim Augle’s RBI groundout brought the Cougars within 2-1 of Roosevelt in the third inning of Game 2, but they did not tally again until after the Lakers had scored twice in the fourth and four times in the fifth. The latter rally was helped along by an SXU error.

The Cougars picked up steam later on but not enough to overtake Roosevelt. Stroking run-producing hits for SXU were Declan Dennehy (twoRBI double), Casey Papp (two-RBI double), Drey Devereaux and Erik Eggert.

Jeremy Dryier suffered the loss on the mound. *** Bouncing back in a big way with 15 hits for 17 runs in the late game, the Cougars salvaged a CCAC doubleheader split with Purdue-North Central last Thursday at Richard R. Ferrell Field. The 17-2 victory followed a 5-3 loss in Game 1.

Augle went 4-for-9 on the day with four RBI and four runs while Bryan Polak was 3-for-8 with four RBI and two runs. Polak’s sacrifice fly got the scoring started for SXU in the first inning of the opener.

Eggert (double) and junior Ryan Pellack (single) had RBI in the fifth that wiped out a 3-1 Cougars deficit, but the Panthers answered with a deuce in their next at-bat and SXU was retired in order in its last plate appearance.

Hard-luck hurler Dan Wetzel got tagged with his fourth consecutive loss despite limiting PNC to four hits over six innings, fanning four and walking just one.

Polak and Dennehy got things rolling in the second contest with back-to-back RBI hits in the first frame. Four innings later the Cougars erupted for nine runs to seize command of the proceedings as Augle (bases-clearing triple) and Dennehy (two-run double) led the charge.

After the Panthers got on the board, SXU finished them off with six more runs in the seventh. Half of them were provided by freshman Jake Wimmer’s double to left-center.

Freshman Matt McKenzie earned the victory after pitching five innings on a yield of seven hits.

pitching staff, but it gives you no chance to work on things.”

Richards was on spring break last week but spent most of its time indoors. Practices lasted no more than two hours by design and Wujcik pinpointed a specific area to focus on in each session, although he did allow his guys to play whiffle ball on Friday.

“Once we start playing games [as scheduled], our practices are limited, so it’s best to reinforce stuff now,” Wujcik said.

That’s especially true when working with a roster that is rather light on varsity experience. The Bulldogs certainly didn’t look like novices versus Rich Central, though, which fell to a 9-0 defeat after being held without a hit by Richards hurler Nick Mejia through 5 2/3 innings.

Mejia’s pitch count had gotten pretty high by the sixth, which created a dilemma: While conscious of not overextending Mejia the first time out, Wujcik didn't want to deprive the junior of a chance to continue his

no-hitter — the Olympians made the decision for him by breaking up the no-no during that plate appearance.

Still, Mejia finished with a onehitter and Chris Zeschke was solid in a stanza of relief. Batting was an across-the-board deal for the ‘Dogs, with no one having a breakthrough performance but several lending a hand as the team collected a dozen hits.

“Bigger than that was the defense made no errors,” Wujcik said. “It’s early in the season and there was not very much time spent outside, so I was real happy with the way we played.”

Rich Central’s glove work wasn’t quite so gleaming, and Richards was able to capitalize on a few miscues as well as some walks to complement its hitting efforts.

Also negatively affected by last week's inclement conditions were Marist and Oak Lawn, neither of which played any games. The RedHawks had three on tap for this week before embarking on a spring trip to South Carolina while the Spartans were set for four.

The scenario was a familiar one. Shepard’s reaction to it, however, was definitely different.

Just as had happened the year before in a meeting between the teams at the Ray Kroc Center in Chicago, Harlan held a lead over the Astros. In 2014 Shepard was unable to overcome it, in part because of the two-hour limit imposed on games played at that facility.

But even with a full complement of seven innings available to them instead of just the five that got played, the Astros’ ability to forge a comeback would have been somewhat doubtful. It was a relatively young roster on which coach Frank DiFoggio could call and dealing deftly with adversity was a large order that early in the season.

Flash forward to last Thursday in Palos Heights, where the Falcons combined a few hits, a stolen base and a couple of Shepard miscues to grab a 3-1 lead in the third. When the Astros botched a bases-loaded, one-out opportunity in its half of the fourth, recent history could have easily repeated itself.

Ah, but this is not the same Shepard. The Astros finally struck back in the fifth, using a pair of two-out infield singles to stir the pot. The second of those, hit by Bobby Peterka, had a Harlan error attached to the back end of it and allowed the go-ahead run to cross the plate.

From there Shepard hung on for a 4-3 victory that gave it a 2-0 start to the season.

“Last year we lose this game — and we did when things got bizarre,”

DiFoggio said. “The difference [this time] was they’ve been through it and they didn’t panic. We got into a dogfight, but we scrapped and they stayed poker-faced pretty much through every inning.”

That was important because the Astros had every reason to grow frustrated. While having 11 hits and a total of 18 baserunners was a good thing, stranding bunches of them certainly wasn’t in Shepard’s best interests.

“The entire game we had runners on — every inning we left [at least] two baserunners [aboard],” DiFoggio said. “It was one of those games where it was just not going our way and it was not looking good. [But] I couldn’t be upset with them because our outs with guys on base were hit hard.”

The Falcons were up to the fielding task much of the day, but they faltered in the fifth. Adam Gregory’s laser was mishandled, and that error was followed by a walk and dropped throw to second after a strikeout.

Kenny Gorski then stroked a single to narrow the gap to 3-2.

A flyout came next, but then Travis Pruim beat out an infield hit and Peterka tied the score with his. An error by Harlan’s second baseman made Peterka’s single more damaging by letting in an additional run.

“They imploded,” DiFoggio said of the Falcons, “but part of it was we hit some really hard balls.”

Rob Marinec’s single provided the Astros’ initial RBI in the first inning, coming on the heels of a hit batsman and Falcons mistake.

Rick Mundo earned the pitching win with 1 2/3 frames of middle relief. The son of Shepard’s former girls’ basketball coach quieted some Harlan rumblings in the fourth by getting two outs — the last of them on a called third strike — and pre-

vented the visitors from extending their lead.

“Ricky Mundo saved the game for us, no doubt about it,” said DiFoggio, who had started sophomore Jack Carmody. Carmody did not allow any hits the first time through the Falcons’ order, but he was victimized in the third inning.

“He looked very uncomfortable out there,” DiFoggio said. “I don’t know if it was [because of] the cold, but it seemed like he couldn’t grip his pitches other than his fastball.

So he basically was throwing one [kind of] pitch.”

Brett Smith picked up a save after ducking trouble in the sixth.

He wrapped two walks around a hit batsman after the first two outs had been recorded and then speared a line drive to hold Harlan at bay. Smith ended the game with a flourish by fanning the side on nine pitches in the seventh.

All was not ideal for the Astros, however. They lost Kevin Carmody to a shattered thumb on a ball that had initially glanced off his shoulder.

DiFoggio was hoping for a return sometime around the middle of May. “He was in a lot of pain and I knew right away it was bad,” DiFoggio said. “That’s a huge loss because realistically we have two bangers in the lineup and Kevin is one of them. He’s going to hit his doubles and triples and put a few over the fence.

“We’re not going to replace Kevin. I believe it would be unfair of me to tell anyone to do that. We’ll have to get creative and become more of a speed team and play small ball.”

Among Shepard’s four scheduled contests this week were a Tuesday matchup with Stagg and confrontations with former SICA East mates Bloom Township and Thornwood today and Saturday, respectively.

Eagles haven’t crash landed Despite roster upheaval, Sandburg starts off strong

By Ken Karrson Sports Editor

Take away three radar gun-popping pitchers, a starting shortstop and the speediest player from a baseball team’s roster and what do you have?

In Sandburg’s case business as usual.

No one connected with the 2015 Eagles is about to call them the most talented bunch of springtime athletes to have ever represented the Orland Park school. Even in an assembly-line type of program there’s the occasional dip in personnel quality.

But as Sandburg proved in its first two contests surviving the graduation of hurlers Matthias Dietz, Sean Leland and Bryan Pall, plus the loss of Alec Martinez (torn ACL) and Jim Landgraf (broken wrist) might not be impossible. Certainly there appears to be reason for hope in the aftermath of a 10-0 rout of Lemont on Saturday and 7-3 come-from-behind victory over Oak Lawn this past Monday.

“We’re not going to be the best team in the area, but we’re not going to be the worst either,” Eagles assistant coach Chuck Peters said. “We’ve got tough kids and we’re going to battle. There’s a lot of energy and no egos — everybody’s pulling for each other.”

While Peters will never admit to Sandburg being better off without its terrific mound trio of 2014, there is one area he believes might be improved because of their absence. It was put on display versus the Indians.

“I was very surprised we hit the way we did against Lemont,” Peters said.

Winning pitcher Jimmy Roche did his part with the stick as he went 2-for-4 with a double and three RBI. On the hill he struck out five and scattered three hits over four innings.

“We don’t have three guys throwing 90 miles an

hour, but Roche has a good slider and changeup, good control and a herky-jerky motion [that can cause problems for hitters],” Peters said.

Also contributing on the offensive side were Sean McShane (2-for-3, two RBI) and Danny Dziakowicz (one hit, two RBI). Clutch hitting was an ingredient sometimes missing from the Eagles’ 2014 brew and Peters attributed that shortcoming to the presence of Dietz, Leland and Pall.

“At times there was a lack of urgency at the plate because they figured we didn’t need to do much with those guys on the mound,” Peters said. “Even with that kind of pitching somehow, some way, we still end up losing eight or nine games — in three of them we didn’t give up an earned run. We lost a bare minimum of four or five games we had no business losing.”

Sandburg was losing early against Oak Lawn, but to the rescue came Brandon Domia, who socked a momentum-shifting two-run homer. Domia is the first freshman up with the Eagles varsity since Todd Mensik two decades ago.

“That kid is kind of special to me,” Peters said of Domia, who also lofted a sacrifice fly to drive in a run. “I’ve been working with him and I hope he becomes the kind of player I think he can be.”

Dziakowicz had a hit and couple RBI for Sandburg, which also received good work from Marco Babic in relief. Babic silenced the Spartans after their initial flurry, holding them to three hits and whiffing five while getting credit for pitching seven full innings.

Despite the showings by Babic and Roche Peters doesn’t believe the mound staff will be able to carry quite so heavy a load this spring, meaning the Eagles are “going to have to score some runs.”

“Basbeall’s a funny sport — we can’t seem to put together that year where we have everything going for us,” he said. “But I think we’re getting there.”

Although there’s no denying the rough patches, Peters admits, "No one’s going to feel sorry for us." In his opinion, however, there’s also no need to do so.

“We’re having a lot of fun coaching these guys,” Peters said.

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SPORTS WRAP

Chargers off to hot start

By Anthony Nasella

As Stagg kicked off its 2015 boys' volleyball season, Chargers coach Tim Kaczmarek was wondering how a group of seniors that didn’t play much in 2014 and a core of juniors who had succeeded on the sophomore level would fare in their first week together.

After Stagg went 6-1 and finished first in the Bronze Division at last weekend’s Marist Invitational, Kaczmarek has gotten some positive answers.

The Chargers started the week with a 25-18, 25-16 victory over Richards on Tuesday and followed that up with a 17-25, 2516, 25-23 win over St. Rita on Thursday. At Marist on Friday Stagg logged an impressive 2523, 22-25, 15-12 triumph over Waubonsie Valley in "D"-pool play before dropping a hardfought match later that night to Eisenhower by a 26-24, 25-23 score.

The setback was temporary, though, as the Chargers rebounded on Saturday to take down Niles North, Reavis and Notre Dame in succession to capture the Bronze Division title.

“We had a good start this [past] week,” said Kaczmarek, who is back as the team’s coach after taking four years off.

“These kids are very talented.

My four seniors have very little varsity experience and the juniors I have are new to varsity, [but] I knew the talent was there.

Will they have success is the question.

“So far we’ve done well. The kids logged some wins against the good quality teams we were matched up with. We bounced back nicely from the tiebreaker loss to Eisenhower on Friday and played some very good volleyball on Saturday.”

In the win over St. Rita junior setter Patrick Roach compiled 18 assists, five kills and seven digs, senior Mike Neputy racked up a match-high 11 kills and senior Sean James added 18 digs for Stagg. Roach added two aces and sparked a 7-0 lead in Game

2 from the service line.

“I knew coming back to the program that we had some great kids,” Kazmarek said. “I teach in the junior high, so I knew some of these kids while coaching over there.”

Stagg's other two seniors, setter Nicholas Davelis and middle hitter Christian Mireles, have also made an impact in the early going.

“Christian is our go-to guy in the middle,” Kazmarek said.

“He also had a good weekend.”

What Kaczmarek likes most about his athletes is their attitude.

“They’re a hungry group of kids who have all confidence in the world,” he said. “They really don’t fear anybody, which is good. I hope that continues.

"I didn’t know at first how they would react to the Eisenhower loss. To their credit they came out and showed what they were capable of on Saturday.” *** Sandburg took second place at Saturday’s Bison Battle Tournament at Buffalo Grove, losing to Glenbard East 25-20, 25-20 for the title.

During the morning and afternoon the Eagles played a breakneck stretch of four matches in the Blue Pool to advance to the championship. They had a 2527, 25-19, 15-6 win over Buffalo Grove and a 25-11, 25-16 victory over Grant. They also had a 25-17, 25-13 decision over Lake Zurich and 25-15, 25-22 triumph over Glenbrook North, the latter of which sent Sandburg on to the final match. *** Shepard went 2-3 to start its season and reached the Silver Division quarterfinals at the Marist Invitational last weekend.

The Astros began with a 2520, 25-10 victory over Marian Catholic on Tuesday as Chad Longfield led the team with five kills and an ace. Mike Schaade paced the Astros with seven kills and six blocks on Wednesday in a tough 28-26, 25-19 loss to Benet Academy.

Shepard opened play at Marist

TRINITY SPORTS REPORT

Women win track opener

By Amy Strong The great outdoors obviously appealed to Trinity Christian College’s female track athletes because they did great in their outdoor debut.

The Trolls wasted no time establishing themselves as they paced the field at Saturday’s Knox College Outdoor Open in Galesburg. Trinity was first among 14 teams and wound up 19 points ahead of the runner-up school after amassing a total of 127.

There were three event victories for the Trolls, including the 100-meter high hurdles that Emily Dykstra navigated in a winning time of 16.26 seconds. She was one of three Trinity athletes to score in that race as Liz Roth and Nicki Jager also did so with respective fourth- and sixthplace finishes.

Multiple points were collected as well off the 5,000-run, which Anna Bos captured in 18:09.08. Two spots behind her was teammate Ashley Jourdan (18:15.41) and in the No. 4 position was Jessica Disselkoen (18:33.41). Leah Van Tol did her part too by taking seventh.

More of the same occurred in the triple jump, where the Trolls claimed the 3-4-5 slots with Dykstra (33 feet, 8 3/4 inches), Erin Wessels (33-7¼) and Katie Moran (33-4¾), and in the javelin. The latter event featured Olivia Schipper (82-10) placing third, Brianna DeKryger sixth and Molly Toepper eighth.

Delivering Trinity’s other win was the 1,600-relay foursome of Celina Wanta, Brooke Hamilton, Dykstra and Courtney Kalous, who ran a combined 4:16.50. Kalous was third in the 400-dash (59.96) and Hamilton occupied that same position in the 400-hurdles (1:12.62).

The Trolls men couldn’t duplicate the women’s performance, but they did take fifth in a 13-team field while triumphing in a pair of races.

Producing the wins for Trinity were Alex Clark in the 1,500 (4:12.20) and Cody Velthuizen in the 3,000-steeplechase (10:09.21). The Trolls placed in seven different events.

Next up for both the men and women is the Chicagoland Championships hosted by the College of DuPage on April 10 and 11.

GOLF

Bad weather forced postponement of a tournament to be hosted

by Indiana Wesleyan University. The

by defeating Notre Dame 25-16, 25-21 but then got knocked off

by Lincoln-Way Central, which prevailed 25-19, 25-15. Providence Catholic completed the Astros' stay by doling out a 25-19, 25-14 loss.

BOYS' WATER POLO

Stagg went 5-1 last week and was runner-up at the Niles West Invitational over the weekend.

The Chargers beat Andrew (15-9 on Monday) and Lyons Township (15-14 on Wednesday) prior to the tournament, then opened play there with a 15-7 victory over Metea Valley. The winning continued on Saturday as Stagg took down De La Salle (12-8) and Von Steuben (16-7) before getting edge 12-11 by St. Rita in the championship encounter.

St. Rita and Lyons also provided competition for Sandburg last week with opposite results.

The Eagles were able to get the better of the Mustangs (8-7) on Tuesday but fell short against the Lions (12-4) two days later.

Bradley-Bourbonnais downed Shepard 11-2 last Tuesday.

GIRLS' WATER POLO

Sandburg captured a pair of matches last week as it defeat Mother McAuley 4-2 on Monday and Lyons 10-5 on Thursday.

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Richards’ Colton Stermer nails a kill during last Tuesday’s match against Stagg. The Bulldogs dropped a 25-18, 25-16 verdict to the Chargers.

GIRLS' SOCCER

Chicago Christian lost 4-0 to Westmont last Wednesday but came back to defeat Guerin 5-2 in its Metro Suburban Conference opener on Thursday. Emily Lemmenes provided two goals and three assists for the visiting Knights (1-2) against the Gators. *** Stagg (4-2) also went 1-1 last week, with the loss coming by a 1-0 versus Lincoln-Way North in the championship bracket of the Windy City Ram Classic on Wednesday. The Chargers beat Lincoln-Way West in a SouthWest Suburban Conference crossover on Thursday behind Allison Stefan’s goal.

Morgan Bartelment made nine saves and shut out the Mighty Macs over the final three quarters as the Eagles (6-0) earned a win at Brother Rice. Sandburg took the lead for good with back-to-back goals in a span of less than two minutes early in the third quarter. Sarah Dolitsky Before meeting Stagg Lincolnconverted a penalty shot before Mara O'Connor scored to put Way West blanked Shepard 4-0 in the championship bracket of the Eagles on top 3-2. the Ram Classic on Wednesday.

Plainfield North defeated Claire Lawlor also had a goal Sandburg 2-1 on Saturday. for the Eagles while Steffy Pappas stepped up in a big way defensively. Bartelment made a BADMINTON Sandburg defeated Lincolnhuge save on McAuley's Maggie Hennigan with 50 seconds left Way Central 9-6 on Thursday in the game and Caitlyn Olson while Stagg captured an 11-4 Photo by Jeff Vorva scored with 25 seconds to go win over Lincoln-Way North Stagg’s Michael Neputy goes up a bit too late to prevent Richards’ Jake that same day. to ice it for Sandburg.

Fleming from sending a shot over the net last Tuesday.

MORAINE ATHLETICS WRAP

Cyclones teams heat up in the cold

By Maura Vizza

Trolls will try again April 9 at Olivet Nazarene University.

BASEBALL

While weather also disrupted a number of baseball games around the Chicagoland area last week, the Trolls forged ahead and wound up pocketing four Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference wins to improve their league mark to a South Division-leading 8-2. Trinity is 15-11 overall.

The Trolls bounced Trinity International University by scores of 18-7 and 20-8 and also defeated Olivet Nazarene twice, although the Tigers were a much tougher out. That was especially true in the teams’ second encounter, which tilted Trinity Christian’s way 6-5 when it scored in the bottom of the ninth. The Trolls won the opener versus Olivet 8-2.

Trinity Christian knocked out 34 hits in its sweep of TIU. Fifteen of those came in Game 1, which the Trolls broke open with a six-run outburst in the fourth inning. Six hits and three Trojans errors contributed to the rally.

TIU staged an uprising of its own in the fifth, but Trinity Christian exploded for six more runs a bit later to stay in control. Kyle Belluomini (3-for-4, three RBI, three runs) and Josh Pieper (3-for-4, three RBI) spearheaded the onslaught as eight Trolls hit safely and eight drove in at least one teammate.

Brad Kopale bagged the pitching victory after throwing the first 4 2/3 innings.

Trinity Christian belted 19 hits in the nightcap but still trailed in the early going. A 5-0 deficit got expunged by an eight-run second stanza. TIU wasn’t done scoring, but the Trolls managed to either match or exceed their rival’s output.

Pieper continued swinging a hot bat by going 4-for-4 with seven RBI. See TRINITY, Page 5

Cold conditions didn't ice over a couple Moraine Valley College teams last week.

The men's tennis squad made its 2015 debut a hot one as it went unbeaten against Sauk Valley College on Saturday. Seven of the Cyclones' match victories came in straight sets. Included among those were decisions by Kevin Karczynaki at No. 1 singles (6-2, 6-0), Mike Broderick at second-singles (6-0, 6-2), Bryan Jimenez at No. 3 (6-1, 6-1) and Gregario Ilner at No. 4 (6-2, 6-2).

All four players also were part of doubles sweeps, Karczynski and Broderick accomplishing that as Moraine's top tandem. Along with their 6-3, 6-1 triumph, the Cyclones picked up doubles wins from the teams of Jimenez-Alec Mikes (6-0, 6-4) at No. 2 and Ilner-Casey Case (6-4, 6-3).

Case stepped in for Reigh Lamparas, who had injured his hand during his sixth-singles match. Despite that malady Lamparas man-

aged to prevail over his Sauk Valley foe in three sets (3-6, 6-4, 10-8). Also gaining a three-set singles triumph was Mikes (6-4, 6-7, 10-3) at No. 5.

SOFTBALL

On a roll too were the softball-playing Cyclones, who crushed Joliet Junior College 20-1 in one game and then edged it 11-10 in another.

Nearly every Moraine athlete contributed to the rout. Freshman Hannah Theilmann

did so as both a pitcher and hitter — in the latter capacity she went 4-for-5 with a double, RBI and three runs scored. Others stepping forward on the Cyclones' behalf were Molly Pohrebny (4-for-4, double, RBI), Carly Trinley (3-for-4 with a homer and triple, three RBI), Emily Powers (3-for3, two runs) and Nicole Roney (3-for-3, double, RBI, two runs).

Moraine's pitching wasn't as dominant in Game 2, but its offense continued to operate in high gear. Again Theilmann (3-for-5, two runs, RBI) and Trinley (3-for-4, triple, three runs, RBI) were headliners, this time with assistance from Dana Cummings (2-for-2, one run).

Mercedes Leon logged the pitching win and Theilmann earned a save. The Cyclones didn't take the lead until the sixth inning.

BASEBALL

The Cyclones dropped a twinbill to Kankakeee College last Thursday, 12-5 and 5-0.

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HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL ROSTERS BROTHER RICE No. Name 0 Jordan Rogers 1 Ryan King 2 Danny Paluch 3 Jake Ridgway 4 Jacob Petraitis 5 Adrian Gonzalez 6 AJ Alarcon 7 Michael Massey 8 Max Hughes 10 Dylan Rusniak 12 Gavin O’Neill 13 Andrew Dyke 14 Michael Schalasky 15 Colin Shea 18 Joseph Somers 23 Jack Nelligan 24 Jack Guzek 29 Ryan Gorman 34 Joe Preusser 44 Ryan Kutt 45 Jack Butler 46 Pat Smith 55 Matt Klutcharch 56 Tom Przekwas

HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL ROSTERS

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

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

No. Name 1 Adrian Garcia 2 Ryan Willett 3 TJ Spyrnal 4 Jason Avery 5 Nick Kargol 6 Chris Zeschke 7 Tim Houlihan 8 Brendan Butler 9 Jake Moran 11 Noah Petrusevski 12 Angelo Smith 16 Tom Olson 17 Ryan Renken 19 Andrew Zemke 21 Noel Castro 23 Andrew Calderon 24 Mitch Crook 25 Brett Thomas 26 John Glusak 35 Nick Mejia 37 Nick Fritz 42 Matt Rockey

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

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

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

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

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN No. Name 5 Bob Schaaf 6 Pat McCarthy 7 Zach Frieling 8 Tyler Edgar 10 Tom Hassel 11 Christian Bolhuis 12 Brian Finger 13 Mike Melody 14 Jack DeVries 15 Joshua Hill 20 Trevor Wolterink 21 Adam Schoenle 23 Ron Clark 25 Jacob Bulthuis 32 Dan Vos

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

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

EVERGREEN PARK No. Name Pos. Yr. 2 Brendan Walsh INF Sr. 3/10 Harold McClarin INF/OF Jr. 4 Sean Miller 2B Sr. 6 Ronnie O’Toole CF Sr. 7 Dan Smith 1B/P So. 9 JR Wazio P/1B Sr. 12 Will Doran P/RF Jr. 13 Mark Martin SS/P Sr. 14 Shane Miller OF Jr. 16 Pat Doran P Fr. 18/35 Mike Rizzo C/OF Sr. 20/3 Brian Pall P/OF Sr. 24 Joe Moran P Sr. 25/8 Matt Lyons DH/OF/P Jr. 26/54 Joe Piet C/DH Sr. 27 Carl Peterson 1B Jr. 28/52 Brennan Quick 3B/DH Sr. 29/84 Connor McKeever P Jr. 34 Jimmy Segura P/INF Jr. * Note: Players with two numbers have home jersey listed first

MARIST No. Name 1 Brandon Hanik 2 Tyler Haizel 3 Jack Snyder 4 Kyle Snyder 5 Brian Wood 6 Pat Meehan 7 Zach Sefcik 8 Joe Killeen 9 Ryan Kairis 10 Peter Bangs 11 Jake Powers 12 Tom Wade 13 Ryan Gausselin 15 Neal Stiegal 16 Eric Hansen 18 Marty Meyer 19 John Carmody 20 Mike Trbovic 22 Grant Kenny 23 Tommy Finwall 24 Ben Chaffee

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

STAGG No. Name 1 Mitchell Spencer 3 Gary Kopca 5 Gus Martinez 7 Joe Van Nieuwenhuyse 9 Joe Zaremba 12 Mike Crosby 13 Nick Gerzon 14 Austin Greer 15 Nick Worst 16 Nate Miranda 17 Mike Bibbiano 20 Josh Nowak 21 Max Downs 22 Calogelo Martinez 23 Mike Kral 24 Kevin Burke 25 Ethan Glaza 27 Brett Stratinsky 29 Darren Booth 30 Dennis Egan 32 Jack Philgren

Pos. C/OF C/OF INF OF/P OF/INF INF/P P/INF INF/P INF/P INF/P OF/P INF/C/P OF/P OF/P P INF/P INF/P INF OF/P OF P

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

ST. LAURENCE

OAK LAWN No. Name 1 Cole Psik 2 Matt Witkowski 4 John Roberts 7 Ivan Georgelos 8 Moe Mohammed 10 Jimmy Swiatek 11 Ryne Melnik 12 Justin Swatek 15 Joe Dodaro 17 Boo Quillin 19 Rodrigo Zavala 21 Yunis Halim 22 Billy Dunne 24 Patrick Slattery 25 Liam Blake 31 Chad Cwik 33 Bobby Beard 34 Ryan Quinn

SHEPARD No. Name 1 Ben Meyer 2 Ken Gorski 3 Logan Couture 4 Travis Pruim 6 Nick Bray 7 Adam Gregory 9 Brett Smith 11 Cole Jones 12 Jack Carberry 13 Connor Doolan 16 Collin McCarthy 17 Kyle Longfield 19 Rob Marinec 21 Eric Horbach 22 Zach Haxel 24 Bobby Peterka 27 Kevin Carmody 31 Rick Mundo 33 Mark Albrecht

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

Name Pos. Kevin Aderman Jimmy Burnette Sean Burnette Vincent Capparelli Jack Cavanaugh Anthony Chimera Dan Cummings Zack Erdman Tommy Farrell Mike Finger Frank Greco Bret Hederman Jake Heeter Daniel Heiden Angel Ibarra Sean Koziol Rich Lamb Joe Madera Mike Munoz Collin Rafferty John Riordan Anthony Rios Anthony Robles Jack Sullivan Jake Tholl Nick Verta

Yr. OF OF/P OF OF INF/P OF/P INF P 1B/P OF/INF P/INF 1B P P P P 1B INF P P INF/OF/P C OF/P C C SS/P

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

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Photo by Jeff Vorva

Chicago Christian senior Jack DeVries, seen here in a 2014 season contest, had several clutch hits for the Knights last week as they improved their record to 8-0.

Christian is off to the best start in school history.

a 5-2 win.

“They were probably better than us, but we played a real clean game with no errors,” Brauer said. “It boils down to toughness a little bit.

“It was a quality win, no doubt about it, but more than anything it continues to instill in our guys the attitude we’ve been preaching for seven years: show up every day expecting to win.”

The Knights didn’t let that success make them overconfident, however. On Saturday they were down in Jacksonville, Ill., for a jamboree and bagged two more triumphs: 11-6 over Rockford Christian and 14-0 over Reed-Custer. The second of those gave Christian eight straight wins to open the 2015 campaign, its best start ever to a season.

The Knights could match the longest winning streak in program history with another clean sweep this week.

Christian achieved its record of 12 in a row in 2005 under Brauer’s predecessor Sam Hamstra, whom Brauer credits with initially creating the proper environment for success.

Hamstra certainly would have been proud of the Knights’ efforts on Thursday, which included input from many.

Four pitchers took the mound, a move made by Brauer to ensure he’d have enough rested arms available for Saturday and also because it “was going to be cold so I couldn’t extend anybody

No. Name 0 Megan Gonzalez 1 Abbie Bulthuis 2 Hannah Dieck 3 Morgan Campbell 4 Tori Skala 5 Emily Vilendrer 7 Jordan Dryfhout 9 Sam Kubik 10 Ellen Vilendrer 11 Stephanie Kuiper 12 Madison Riemersma 13 Lauryn Lellos 14 Bethany Regnerus 15 Bre Vollan 22 Christa Janowiak

Pos. Yr. OF Fr. SS/2B Sr. P/SS Fr. OF Fr. OF Sr. INF/OF Jr. C Fr. 1B Sr. OF Fr. CF Sr. OF Jr. C Fr. INF/P Fr. 3B/P Sr. 1B So.

MARIST Name Yr. Lizzie Annerino Jr. Kara Apato Fr. Paige Egan Jr. Hayley Franks Sr. Zariya Gonzalez Sr. Maggie Kehoe Fr. Jillian Kenny Sr. Emily Luzzo Jr. Amanda McIlhany Jr. Madison Naujokas Jr. Emily Reilly Jr. Alexis Rogers So. Vanessa Villasenor Jr. Brooke Wilson Sr.

MOTHER MCAULEY Name Alison Alberts Amy Balich Kara Bischoff Jennifer Crowley Katie Dine Morgan Fleming Kathleen Janiga Nicole Majewski Holly Marousek Molly Murphy Kelly O’Donnell Molly Rogers Emily Rux Maryssa Vela

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

OAK LAWN Name Danielle Allen Hannah Featherstone Annabelle Fritz Dana Greene Kaleigh Hayes Kacie Heeter Adison Jones Ashley Labuda Hayden Landingham Marisa Loya Mia Loya Kara Melvin Maddie Pagliaro Natalia Rafacz

Pos. Yr. C Jr. LF Jr. 3B So. RF Sr. LF Sr. 1B Sr. C Sr. 3B Sr. C Sr. P Jr. P Jr. RF Jr. CF Jr. 2B So.

QUEEN OF PEACE Name Amber Anderson Jessica Banialis Abigail Bennett Dana Bunting Lindsay Cudecki Caitlin Fitzgerald Emliy Janozik Daniella Jimenez Erin Jones Abie Maloy Kylie Maloy Katie O’ Leary Nicole Pratl Kayla Rybolt Kellie Tonaskovic

Pos. Yr. OF So. 1B Sr. OF Sr. P Jr. 1B Jr. LF Jr. C/LF Sr. OF Sr. 3B/LF Sr. C/INF Jr. P Sr. OF Jr. INF/OF Sr. OF Jr. INF/OF/P So.

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Did they ever. Stagg’s five-run first inning was a hodgepodge as Rams mishaps were largely responsible for the rally, but a 10-run second featured several clutch hits for the Chargers, most notably two-RBI doubles from Calogelo Martinez and Brett Stratinsky.

Mike Bibbiano also doubled as part of the eruption while Dennis Egan (two RBI), Gary Kopca and Mitchell Spencer all had run-producing singles.

Spencer earned a second RBI by getting plunked with a pitch with the bags jammed.

Bibbiano, Kopca, Spencer, Egan,

too long.”

2014 Player of the Year Christian Bolhuis logged the victory by throwing the final 3 2/3 innings. The only trouble he encountered occurred in the seventh, but the Griffins left two runners stranded when Bolhuis rang up a strikeout.

The Knights generated just seven hits, but three of them accounted for four RBI. Zach Frieling’s two-run double and Dan Vos’ single were the key elements of the aforementioned third-inning surge while Tyler Edgar chased home a teammate with his second-inning hit. Ron Clark’s grounder also knocked in an early run.

When asked if this ranked as a marquee win for Christian, Brauer preferred to simply view it as something that could possibly pay dividends down the road.

“Playing some good teams and good games hopefully prepares us for conference [contests, which began this week],” Brauer said. “And hopefully it sets us up for a nice playoff run [in Class 2A].”

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Chicago Christian 14 Reed-Custer 0 Not until the fifth inning of Saturday’s first game did the Knights hold an advantage. They garnered it with a four-run outburst fueled by Trevor Wolterink’s two-run single and Tyler

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His hits included a three-run roundtripper and double. Joe McCaw had five RBI while Blake Kerzich, Zack Jones and Marty Mennenga all stroked three hits in support of winning pitcher Clay DeHaan. *** Olivet entered Saturday’s doubleheader with Trinity having received votes in the latest NAIA Coaches poll, but that didn’t faze the Trolls, who blanked the Tigers through the first six innings of Game 1. Trinity was well ahead by that time, thanks largely to a five-run surge in the third that was highlighted by Pieper’s bases-clearing two-bagger.

McCaw and Mark Munizzi also played key roles for the Trolls with three hits apiece. Kerzich doubled twice and drove in a pair of runs.

Nick Nauracy was the winning pitcher as he tossed a complete game with five strikeouts. He gave up just five hits.

Trinity spotted the Tigers leads on four occasions in the second game but pulled even at 1-all, 3-all and 5-all and then grabbed the win in the ninth on Jones’ RBI hit down the left-field line. Jones and Dylan Hatch both went 4-for-5 and the latter also knocked in a run.

Mennenga added a two-run single for the Trolls while Tanner Reklaitis logged the win in a relief appearance.

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The Trolls didn’t play as many games as their baseball counterparts, but they played just as well as they went 2-0. Trinity entered the current week 6-10 overall, 2-4 in the CCAC. Like the males the Trolls had a good time at TIU’s expense. The women laid 15-7 and 13-4 mercyrule defeats on the Trojans.

TIU held a 6-4 edge an inningand-a-half into Game 1, but Trinity Christian’s eight-run eruption in its second at-bat shifted things its way for keeps. Key hitters for the Trolls in the contest included Tori Grzincic and April Lynn, both of whom homered in the opening frame to get the locals off to a 4-0 start. Anna Phillips slugged a triple during that plate appearance.

Grzincic finished with four hits in all, including a double, and five RBI. Sarah Gillespie went 3-for-4 with two RBI and also collected the pitching victory after working 3 2/3 innings in the circle.

Christina Pacholik and Tori Stevenson had other RBI hits for Trinity Christian, which totaled 20 hits. Ten different players hit safely.

In Game 2 the Trolls smacked 11 hits, one of which was a threerun dinger by Natalie Cannizzo in the third inning that helped Trinity Christian assume a 6-0 advantage.

Nate Miranda and Josh Nowak all went 2-for-2 and either drove in a run, scored or did both. Nowak, who has already been stationed at four different positions, has filled a hole for Stagg in the leadoff spot.

“I think there are some guys that, as juniors, we saw some potential in them,” O’Neill said. “It took them a little while to figure some things out, but they put in a tremendous amount of time in the weight room and a lot of these guys are football players who have the right attitude about competing. [As far as] the competition for jobs, we haven’t had this much in a few years.”

There’s something else benefitting this year’s upperclassmen.

“Our team last year set the tone as

far as leadership and what it takes to be a good team,” O’Neill said. “Our seniors learned [success] takes more than baseball ability.”

Nick Gerzon, Stagg’s starter, was the winning pitcher. He and three relievers combined to strike out six, walk only two and limit the Rams to three hits. But despite that credible overall performance, O’Neill still tabs pitching as something of an unknown and says he and his staff have still not identified a clear-cut No. 1 guy.

Several pitchers were going to be needed this week as five games were on the schedule. Those affairs included a home date with Marist today and a visit to Lemont on Saturday.

The Indians were pummeled 10-0 by Sandburg in a meeting last week.

Edgar’s RBI double. Vos’ groundout also supplied a tally.

Edgar (double) and Wolterink had RBI hits as well during Christian’s three-run third. Other RBI producers were DeVries (double), Bolhuis (single) and Adam Schoenle (walk).

The Knights totaled eight hits and coaxed eight bases-on-balls and, true to frequent form, made the most of their chances.

“We preach quality at-bats to the kids — we do bunt and put balls on the ground to move runners,” said Brauer, whose team has executed 13 sacrifice plays so far and drawn 41 free passes.

“A lot of talented kids don’t want to do that, but our kids don’t come at it from that angle.

“It takes a little bit of checking your pride at the door, [but] it’s all about the team. Our kids are good, unselfish ballplayers [who] really buy into the team aspect and what we do.”

Wolterink, Bobby Schaaf and Schoenle shared the pitching duties, with the latter picking up his second victory of the young season. *** The Comets have traditionally fielded a solid baseball squad, so Brauer was caught off guard by their inability to issue much of a challenge to the Knights in Saturday’s second encounter.

“We were very surprised at the score and the outcome,” he said. “It really wasn’t a very good game.”

Since teams at the jamboree don’t play a set number of games — “Some

play two, some play three, some play four,” Brauer said — the Christian boss was unsure as to whether ReedCuster was facing a pitching shortage or saving arms for another contest. But there was no question as to the effect the Knights’ bats had on the Comets, particularly in the fourth stanza.

That’s when Christian broke the contest wide open with a 10-spot. Josh Hill’s bases-clearing double capped the huge uprising, but Vos (two-run single), Bolhuis (triple), Frieling, Schoenle and Pat McCarthy also delivered RBI hits.

Vos, DeVries and Jacob Bulthuis knocked in earlier runs with singles.

The Knights scored four times over the first three frames. Their 14 runs meant only three baserunners were stranded as Christian finished with 14 hits and three bases-on-balls.

“That’s not a bad stat to keep up,” said Brauer, whose team used a similarly high runners-to-runs ratio as a main ingredient in a 30-win season a couple years ago.

“I don’t care how our guys score — when we get them on, we want to get them in. In a playoff game, if you only have five guys get on base but they all score, you have a good chance to win.”

Brauer again used a three-man group on the mound and starter Vos improved to 3-0 after pitching the first three innings for the Knights, who was slated to play Walther Christian this past Monday and Tuesday in their first two games as a member of the Metro Suburban Conference.

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exhibitions in each contest, came against a group of Sooners starting pitchers that struck out 24 batters over 17 2/3 innings.

At the time of his outburst versus Oklahoma, Wood had gone 19-for-36 over a 10-game span and was batting .426 for the season. His average has dipped a bit since then, but it still stands at a healthy .368.

Through 21 games Wood had 28 hits, 14 RBI, 11 runs, 39 total bases, 10 walks, a .513 slugging percentage, .457 on-base percentage and .995 fielding percentage. One of Wood’s Purdue teammates is another St. Laurence grad, Mike Kornacker, this paper’s 2013 Player of the Year.

SUBHEAD: Mustangs win track invitational Seven event wins helped Evergreen Park amass 140 team points and cruise to a 38-point victory over runner-up Lemont at the latter’s boys’ track indoor invitational on Saturday.

Josh Carter was the Mustangs’ standout as he triumphed in two individual events and as a member of Evergreen’s 800-meter relay unit along with Kris Nichols, Charles Taylor and Sean Ryan. The foursome clocked a winning time of 1 minute, 35.92 seconds. Carter’s solo successes came in the 55-dash (6.80) and long jump (19 feet, 6 ½ inches).

Don Lewis was victorious in the 55-high hurdles (8.22), Matt Przeslicke set the pace in the 3,200 (10:18.82) and Joey Ryan captured the pole vault with a clearance of 12-6. The Mustangs’ final win was produced in the 1,600-relay by the quartet of Taylor, Sean Ryan, Michael Horton and Kameron Brown.

Evergreen will compete in its first outdoor meet April 7 at home.

OAK LAWN BOWLERS SAVOR GOOD SEASON

A first-ever sectional appearance attested to their ability on the lanes and almost 200 community-service hours spoke of their commitment to others. There was even a second straight South Suburban Conference Red Sportsmanship Award to celebrate.

All in all it was a good year for Oak Lawn’s female bowlers, one Spartans coach Kelly Rumel hated to see end.

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“I am very proud of this year’s Lady Spartan bowlers,” she said. “Every match they played demonstrated competitiveness as a team and a constant display of sportsmanship [that was] made so aparent in the camaraderie shared among themselves and opposing team members.

“The talent continues to grow, with this year’s team outperforming [those of] the past 13 years, and all signs point to another strong season next year. I warmly say goodbye to our seniors and look forward to next year.”

Shannon McGuire and Stephanie Gasca shared team MVP honors and led Oak Lawn to a third-place showing in both the SSC Red and regional meets. McGuire, who carried a 189 season average, was the individual conference champ and Gasca (175 average) placed ninth. Between them the girls rolled a total of 468 strikes and picked up 458 spares during the season.

As a team the Spartans averaged a 161 pin-fall per game.

McGuire will graduate this spring along with teammates Katie Murphy, Sarah Sievers and Kristyn Oliver.

However, that means Rumel will welcome back a dozen bowlers in the fall, a group headed up by Gasca.

Also scheduled to return are Jena Rayas, Jillian Sandrik, Shannon Mottl, Jonna Miranda, LeAnne Kommenich, Lena Rayas, Allison Hebel, Angel Barry, Rosemary Jepsen, Andrea Yukne and Carmencita McAuliff.

SHRINERS FOOTBALL GAME SET FOR JUNE 20

The Oak Lawn girls’ bowling team qualified for sectionals for the first time during the 2014-15 season.

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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.

SOUTH SIDE SHOOTERS HAVE PLAYER OPENING

The Illinois Football Coaches Association and 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 high school 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

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 on Saturday, April 11 and April 18 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO NATIONAL CITY REAL ESTATE SERVICES, LLC, SUCCESSOR

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

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1313091. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1313091 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 13 CH 21517 TJSC#: 35-1553 I649139

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (FANNIE MAE), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.ANGELO GARCIA, TCF NATIONAL BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 18474 10603 SOUTH 80TH COURT PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 10, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 16, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10603 SOUTH 80TH COURT, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-217-038-0000.

The real estate is improved with a two story, single family home; attached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm.

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1317230. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1317230 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 18474 TJSC#: 35-3920 I649727

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No pets. $780 per month Call 708-479-1704 For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS SUCCESSOR TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR C-BASS MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-CB8 Plaintiff, -v.JAMES L. GOGGINS, ANGELIA F. GOGGINS, CAPITAL ONE BANK Defendants 09 CH 13148 12959 SOUTH MEADE AVENUE Palos Heights, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 12, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 24, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12959 SOUTH MEADE AVENUE, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-32-119-016-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $558,357.92.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C14-95985.

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POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C14-95985 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 09 CH 13148 TJSC#: 35-4439 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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

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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 WELLS FARGO BANK NA AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF BANC OF AMERICA ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2004-4; MORTGAGE P A S S THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2004-4; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OFJOSE J. N E V A R E Z ; YOLANDA A. NEVAREZ; BROOK HILLS H O M E O W N E R ' S ASSOCIATION; BROOK HILLS, PUD UNIT SIX HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION; CITIZENS C O M M U N I T Y BANK OF ILLINOIS; PRAIRIE TRAIL CREDIT U N I O N ; JOSE NEVAREZ, JR.; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND L E G A T E E S OF YOLANDA A. NEVAREZ, IF ANY; UNKNOWN O W N E R S AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 10 CH 33517 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, April 17, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 27-31-105-005-0000.

Commonly known as 11744 Cranna Court, Orland Park, IL 60467.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W 1 0 2 8 9 3 .

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

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

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Commonly known as 8532 W. Loveland, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-110-044-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $358,289.74.

Sale terms: 25% of the bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney.

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

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 12 CH 44774 TJSC#: 35-3789 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NA; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

PAUL ALDWORTH; DEBORAH M. ALDWORTH AKA DEBORAH ALDWORTH; BROOK HILLS H O M E O W N E R S ASSOCIATION; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; D e f e n d a n t s , ) 11 CH 31016 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 11573 Brook Hill Drive, Orland Park, IL 60467.

P.I.N. 27-30-407-001-0000.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS T R U S T E E , SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF A M E R I C A , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE AS S U C C E S S O R

BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS A S S E T BACKED SECURITIES I LLC, ASSET BACKEDCERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-EC1 Plaintiff, v s .

THERESA POSPISIL; DAVID POSPISIL Defendants, 13 CH 18345 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, April 20, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 8812 West 103rd Place, Palos Hills, Il 60465.

P.I.N. 23-15-202-008-0000.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611.

13-022451 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I649541

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, P l a i n t i f f V .

LAUREN BLUETHNER; COUNTRY VIEW CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; NOVASTAR MORTGAGE, INC.; BENEFICIAL FINANCIAL I INC., AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BENEFICIAL ILLINOIS, INC. D/B/A BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO. OF ILLINOIS; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR GUARANTEED RATE, INC.; NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, D e f e n d a n t s 14 CH 14370 Property Address: 7335 WEST 157TH STREET UNIT 3D ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE C O N D O M I N I U M Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC file # 14-072985 (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 December 16, 2014, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on May 6, 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 7335 West 157th Street, Unit 3D, Orland Park, IL 60462 Permanent Index No.: 2 7 - 1 3 - 4 0 8 - 0 4 1 - 1 0 1 2 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay such of the condominium association's assessments and legal fees as are required by 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

The judgment amount was $141,483.40. 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 .

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PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All Real Estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are herby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1 (800) 669-9777.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NA AS TRUSTEE FOR WASHINGTON MUTUAL ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES WMABS SERIES 2006-HE4 TRUST Plaintiff, -v.NAGLA T. ELHASSAN A/K/A NAGLA ELHASSAN, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., CIT LOAN CORPORATION F/K/A THE CIT GROUP/CONSUMER FINANCE, INC., WORLDWIDE ASSET PURCHASING, LLC, BROOK HILLS HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 09 CH 043338 11765 S. BROOKSHIRE DRIVE ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 4, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 14, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11765 S. BROOKSHIRE DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-30-310-004. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-09-26139.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-09-26139 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 09 CH 043338 TJSC#: 35-3914 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.GREGORY MARINO A/K/A GREGORY P. MARINO, KIMBERLY S. MARINO, FERTILITY CENTERS OF ILLINOIS, S.C. Defendants 12 CH 34605 16731 HIGHVIEW AVENUE ORLAND HILLS, IL 60487 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 9, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 13, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 16731 HIGHVIEW AVENUE, ORLAND HILLS, IL 60487 Property Index No. 27-27-205-006-0000.

The real estate is improved with a two story, single family home with a two car detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm.

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1218481. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1218481 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 34605 TJSC#: 35-4032 I649352

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.CYNTHIA A. SHLAUSTAS, NOTTINGHAM MANOR CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Defendants 14 CH 5431 9832 NOTTINGHAM AVENUE UNIT 2 Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 2, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 4, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9832 NOTTINGHAM AVENUE UNIT 2, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Property Index No. 24-07-112-047-1002.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $105,666.31.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 4536960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois. com.. Please refer to file number F14030284.

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale may be entitled at most only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee s attorney, or the court appointed selling officer.

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

ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14030284 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 14 CH 5431 TJSC#: 35-2745 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, 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.

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.LINDA S GLOVER, PEDRO S CARABALLO AKA PEDRO SOTERO CARABALLO AKA PEDRO CARABALLO, STANDARD BANK AND TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE UTA DTD 06/30/04 KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 18348 Defendants 12 CH 06082 9044 WEST 93RD STREET HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 15, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 15, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:. Commonly known as 9044 WEST 93RD STREET, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-03-415-033-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached 1 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1201803. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1201803 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 06082 TJSC#: 35-883 I648345

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

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 Attorney File No. PA1213547 Attorney Code.

91220 Case Number: 12 CH 27017 TJSC#: 35-1886 I649752

For Sale 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.

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BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS This Week The Bridge Teen Center programs • Destress Yoga – 5 to 6 p.m. today (Thursday) and April 9, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park, will host a Yoga program to help students increase their flexibility, tone their muscles and feel relaxed.

• Breakfast and Pajama Night – 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. April 3, a “Breakfast and Pajama Night.” During the night, students will enjoy live music from Christal Luster and free pancakes from Babycakes.

All pajamas worn to The Bridge Teen Center must be appropriate.

• Behind the Scenes: Savers Thrift Store – 2 to 4 p.m. April 8, a program with Savers to give students a behind the scenes look at how they sort, clean, inventory and display items.

• Culinary: Easy Dinners – 4:30 to 6 p.m. April 8, a culinary program with Robert Morris University to teach students how to make easy dinners that their whole family will love.

• Pizza and Catch Phrase – 4 to 5 p.m. April 9, a fast-paced game of Catchphrase. After the game, students will get to enjoy some free pizza.

These free events are for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information call 532-0500.

Vibraphone luncheon Vibraphone music will be featured at a luncheon on Tuesday, April 7, from noon to 2 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park.

Vibraphonist Glenn Ellison and vocalist Vincent Difiore will entertain with music and educate us about this most interesting instrument. Ellison’s repertoire includes popular swing standards from Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Lionel Hampton, and Frank Sinatra.

The luncheon costs $18 per person and requires advance reservations. For more, call The Center at 361-3650.

Centering prayer discussion series Centering Prayer will be studied on Tuesday evenings beginning April 7, 6:30 p.m., and Thursday, April 9, 10 a.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park.

Led by Chris Hopkins, the series will use a DVD from Contemplative Outreach to explore and learn the ancient form of Christian meditation that is now called “centering prayer.”

The cost of participation in the seven-week series is $35, or $5 per week. Pre-registration is required.

Call 361-3650.

Upcoming Children and teen art classes New six-week sessions of Children’s Art Classes will begin at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts on Saturday, April 18, at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and 1 p.m.

at the Log Cabin Art Center, a part of The Center at 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Teen Pottery classes begin Tuesday evening, April 14, from 6 to – 7:30 p.m. for six weeks.

Art instructor Heather Young teaches the children to use a variety of artistic media and techniques, including drawing, painting, papermaking, papiermâché, printmaking, pottery, and more. Children are divided into three grade-level groups: kindergarten1st grade meet from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by the 2nd and 3rd graders from11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and the 4th-8th graders from 1 a.m. to 2 p.m. The natural areas of The Center’s farm and woods provide subject matter, inspiration and sometimes the raw materials for the classes. Heather Young also teaches the teen potters, who learn to hand build clay pieces and throw pots on the wheels.

The classes combine the worlds of art and nature, and are kept small to encourage individual selfexpression. Class fees of $55 for the K-1 class, $75 for two older children’s art classes, and $80 for teen pottery cover all supplies for each six-week session.

Registration is required. Call The Center at 3613650.

Stained glass, lapidary, pastels, silver and knitting New six-week classes of stained glass, pastels, silver, lapidary, and knitting begin April 9-17 at the Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park.

Stained Glass is taught by Harry Meneghini on Thursday nights, beginning April 9, at 6:30 p.m.

Beginning Monday morning, April 13, at 9 a.m., Larry Rothenberg teaches students to set polished rocks into sterling silver pendants in Lapidary class at, while Susan Flanagan teaches the fine art of Pastel Painting. On Monday afternoons and evenings, beginning April 13, Silver Jewelry is taught by Dan Snyder at 2 and 6:30 p.m., while Georgann Ring offers Knitting instruction on Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and Friday mornings at 9:30 a.m., beginning April 13 and 17.

Registration is required for all classes at the Log Cabin Center for the Arts. For more, call The Center at 361-3650 or visit www.thecenterpalos.org .

Mindfulness retreat A daylong mindfulness retreat will be hosted on Saturday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park.

Mindfulness participants will be invited to sit, to walk, to listen, to share, to hear, and to see the abundant beauty and wonder of the spring woodlands.

The retreat will offer suggestions and encouragement as participants seek to be mindful of their thoughts, feelings, and surroundings in the present moment.

The cost per participant is $45, which includes lunch, leadership, and supplies. Participants are advised to wear clothing and shoes appropriate for the weather as the retreat will be held mostly out-ofdoors. Advance registration is required. For more, call The Center at 361-3650.

VIDEOVIEW BY JAY BOBBIN (NOTICE: Ratings for each film begin with a ‘star’ rating — one star meaning ‘poor,’ four meaning ‘excellent’ — followed by the Motion Picture Association of America rating, and then by a family-viewing guide, the key for which appears below.)

STARTING THIS WEEK: “INTERSTELLAR”: Director and co-writer Christopher Nolan (“Inception,” “The Dark Knight”) goes for spectacle in the galaxy with this lengthy sci-fi drama, which poses a lot of big questions as Matthew McConaughey plays a farmer recruited to draw on his aviation past in heading an expedition to ensure a future for mankind. The trek has very personal implications for him.

Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, John Lithgow and Nolan-film regular Michael Caine also appear, but the members of the picture’s technical team — who led the movie to an Oscar win for its visual effects — are as much stars as anyone else here. *** (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “WILD”: Gambling with her screen image paid off big for producer and star Reese Witherspoon — to the result of many recent award nominations — in re-creating the true, life-changing hike undertaken

by Cheryl Strayed, who decided to cope with a personal tragedy by charting more of a course for herself. That applied to her behavior and also to her grueling solo journey across the Pacific Crest Trail. Laura Dern also plays a pivotal role for director Jean-Marc Vallee, but the show surely belongs to Witherspoon.

DVD extras: theatrical trailer; eight “making-of” documentaries; audio commentary by Vallee, producer Bruna Papandrea and production executive David Greenbaum; photo gallery; message from Strayed. *** (R: AS, N, P) (Also on Blu-ray) “VEEP: THE COMPLETE THIRD SEASON”: As popular as she was as Elaine on “Seinfeld,” it’s clear that Julia Louis-Dreyfus has found another iconic television character in Selina Meyer, the hilariously candid vice president who brought the actress Emmy Awards for each of the HBO comedy’s first two seasons. In this third round, Selina launches a campaign to accede to the American presidency,

but complications abound, including one that involves “Saturday Night Live,” on which Louis-Dreyfus used to be a regular. Guest stars include Christopher Meloni (“Law & Order: Special Victims Unit”), Kathy Najimy and Diedrich Bader (“The Drew Carey Show”). Anna Chlumsky, Tony Hale and Reid Scott also star. *** (Not rated: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray) “THE REWRITE”: Not seen much lately, Hugh Grant teams again with “Two Weeks Notice” and “Music and Lyrics” director Marc Lawrence for this pleasant comedy about a screenwriter whose career and life have hit lean times since his Oscar win years earlier.

He decides to teach a course at an upstate-New York college where things take an upswing for him, thanks especially to a single mom played by Marisa Tomei, an actual Oscar winner. J.K. Simmons — also an Academy Award recipient, for “Whiplash” recently — Allison Janney, Bella Heathcote and Chris Elliott also are featured. *** (Not rated: AS, P) (Also on On Demand) “SILICON VALLEY: SEASON 1”: Soon to launch its second season, this acclaimed HBO comedy series co-created by Mike Judge focuses on one of the things the title location is best-known for ... an Internet start-up company.

Thomas Middleditch plays a programmer at the heart of the firm’s efforts to establish itself, which are beset by numerous hurdles along the way, some of a personal nature because of the dealings between bigger players in the industry. T.J. Miller, Zach Woods, Martin Starr and Amanda Crew also are among the cast members. *** (Not rated: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray) “ISLAND OF LEMURS: MADAGASCAR”: Despite the popularity of the title location in animated tales in recent years, this project — boasting the ever-distinctive voice of Morgan Freeman as narrator — is a live-action effort originally shown in the IMAX format. It profiles the crusade by Dr. Patricia C. Wright to ensure the preservation of the lemur, which has existed for more than a million years but is now threatened. The exotic scenery of Madagascar expectedly does much for the documentary. ***

(G) (Also on Blu-ray) COMING SOON: “MANHATTAN: SEASON ONE” (April 7): The WGN America series about the development of the atomic bomb includes Daniel Stern and Rachel Brosnahan in its ensemble cast. (Not rated: AS, P) “BIG EYES” (April 14): The truth about a painter’s (Christoph Waltz) artworks, involving his wife (Amy Adams), emerges in director Tim Burton’s fact-based tale. (PG13: AS, P) “THE BABADOOK” (April 14): A children’s book generates terror for a woman (Essie Davis) and her son (Noah Wiseman) in writerdirector Jennifer Kent’s thriller. (Not rated: AS, P, V) “CAKE” (April 21): Jennifer Aniston plays a woman newly involved with the widower (Sam Worthington) of a late member (Anna Kendrick) of her support group. (R: AS, P) “TAKEN 3” (April 21): Framed for murder, CIA veteran Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson) has to clear himself and protect his daughter (Maggie Grace) again. (PG-13: AS, P, V) “GOODFELLAS” (May 5): For its 25th anniversary, the true crime drama gets a newly re-mastered Bluray edition with new cast and director (Martin Scorsese) interviews. (R: AS, P, GV) FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nudity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, particularly graphic violence.

It’s Hard to hate this dumb movie “Get Hard” might just be one of the dumbest, most sophomoric films to be released in 2015 and that might not be a bad thing.

The film stars Will Ferrell as a snobby white investment banker and Kevin Hart as the guy who cleans his car. For both, this is one film that could be seen as a place holder as they wait for better opportunities to arrive. They are both far too funny to let this so-so plot fall flat on its face.

This is one film that is stereotypical by design and offensive by nature. If you’re looking for a film for everybody, look somewhere else. On the other hand, if you can take the blunt stereotypical humor, then this film might be right up your alley.

The film’s about James King (Ferrell), who is out of touch with anyone who’s not in the one percent. A lot of the movie pokes fun at the one percent, so if you’re part of that group you may not want to watch. After being sentenced to prison for a white-collar crime he may or may not have committed, King hires Darnell (Hart) who he mistakes as an ex-con to get him ready for prison. Even though the plot is flawed, the movie goes in all the obvious places you would expect.

This film is very hit or miss. When the jokes hit, this film is hilarious, but when the jokes fall flat they miss big time and it becomes cringeworthy. This film’s not great by any stretch of the imagination.

It’s not a film that’s intended to be great. Here director Ethan Cohen has a raunchy comedy that delivers some of the time, just not enough. The big running joke is about something inappropriate in nature that happens in prison that’s not

TONY PINTO getting repeated here. It was funny the first time it was brought up but not the hundred subsequent times.

Hart and Ferrell do a good job as lead men.

They make it enjoyable even when the film starts to lose its comedic edge. Ferrell makes King both lovable and hateable like he’s done other times before with characters like Ron Burgundy and Ricky Bobby. Even though we’ve seen Ferrell play this character before, he still does it well and it plays with a different tone when placed alongside Hart.

Also in this film we get Craig T. Nelson and Alison Brie as the villains. She’s from a TV show called “Community” (which this writer thinks you should all watch) and most of you all know who he is. They both play their stock villain roles well even if they only show up at the bookends of the film.

If you’re looking for something raunchy and offensive that is occasionally funny, this film is something to check out. On the other side of the fence, if you are easily offended, this probably is not a film for you. Fans of Hart or Ferrell this is one film you’ll want to check out.

—Tony Pinto’s grade: B-

WOLFGANG PUCK’S KITCHEN

Healthy French Toast and Fresh Berries for Easter Brunch Easter Sunday is one of the most popular times of year for entertaining with a lavish Sunday brunch.

It offers an opportunity to fill the table with all kinds of festive dishes, from savory egg recipes to a jumbo glazed ham to any number of rich, sweet baked goods and desserts.

I can just imagine how delighted people are when faced with that feast. But I know a good number of them may feel guilty as well.

Why? Because, although spring already arrived a couple of weeks ago and Easter itself has a solemn religious meaning, for many of us the holiday also symbolizes the season of Earth’s revival. Think of all those chocolate eggs and marshmallow chicks, not to mention the Easter bunny.

It’s a time when thoughts turn not only to the fresh, tender young produce beginning to fill the markets but also to the fact that fewer than three months remain to get into shape for summer swimsuits. Who can tuck into a robust Easter feast without feeling at least a little bit of worry that they might be straying from their hard-won healthy eating habits?

Fortunately, there is a way to enjoy your springtime brunch and feel virtuous about it, too. As I explain in my book, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Healthy” (Grand Central Life & Style, $30), it’s all about making smart food choices and cooking your old favorites in ways that minimize their fat while maximizing their flavor and the health benefits they deliver. The perfect example in this case is my buttermilk French toast with fresh berry compote.

This recipe takes a classic brunch favorite, French toast, and transforms it into something undeniably good for you. I replace the usual white or eggenriched bread with whole-wheat bread that’s higher in fiber and lower in fat. Instead of using all whole eggs for the batter, I include just a couple of the yolks for their richness — no point in denying yourself completely, after all — and use extra fatfree egg whites; and, for the usual milk, I substitute low-fat buttermilk, which feels and tastes rich and

adds a pleasant touch of tanginess.

Then there’s the topping. You won’t find any melted butter or sugary syrup here. In their place, I make a quick compote of assorted fresh berries and orange juice/zest, lightly sweetened with honey.

The fruit’s jewel-like colors delight the eye just as much as their flavors and juiciness bring pleasure with every bite.

I can’t imagine anyone not thinking that this is one of the most fabulous brunch dishes imaginable.

Yet, they’ll also be astonished that one serving provides only 329 very satisfying calories, of which less than 16 percent come from fat.

That’s news that could make your happy Easter even happier!

BUTTERMILK FRENCH TOAST WITH FRESH BERRY COMPOTE Serves 4 FRENCH TOAST: • 2 large cage-free eggs, lightly beaten • 2 large cage-free egg whites • 2 cups (500 mL) buttermilk • 1 tablespoon honey • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1 teaspoon ground ginger • ¹/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt • 8 slices good-quality whole-wheat bread, each about 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick, halved diagonally • Butter-flavored nonstick cooking spray

FRESH BERRY COMPOTE: • ¾ cup (185 mL) fresh organic blueberries • ¾ cup (185 mL) fresh organic raspberries • 3 tablespoons honey See KITCHEN, Page 10

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SPRING Arts, Crafts & Vendor Show Sponsored by: Band Boosters

Alan B. Shepard H.S. 13049 S. Ridgeland Ave. Palos Heights, IL Saturday, April 11, 2015 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

in the Gymnasium & Cafeteria Entrance in rear of building.

Concessions all day, free parking.

Over 100 crafters!

Admission: $2.00

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“FUNNY, COMPELLING…Brought down the house!”

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OMARR’S WEEKLY ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): It’s sweet to be neat. Take pride in your possessions and let them shine. Get your shoes polished and spiff up your wardrobe, too. Material ambition will be in the air as the week unfolds.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A passion for peace is your copilot. Sometimes it’s best to hand over the controls to someone else or delegate authority to achieve success. Have faith that others will honorably keep their end of a bargain in the week ahead.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The words with the most impact are often delivered in the quietest voice. You won’t need to whisper to get your way, but there’s no need to shout.

Make striking statements without sounding strident in the week to come.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Each moment gives you a chance to develop momentum.

As this week kicks off, you find you have the ability to make wise decisions about values, possessions and finances. Once you set your ideas into motion, they stay in motion.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): There’s no time

like the present. Come to an agreement, make crucial decisions, or put plans into motion as early in the week as possible. You could find that people aren’t as cooperative or easygoing as usual by the end of the week.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Let’s be practical. Leave intricate wheeling and dealing to the pros in the week ahead. Ignore brief enthusiasms and sudden brainstorms. Your best bet is to get in touch with relatives or ask for advice from trusted advisors.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Put business plans on the back burner. Your instincts about the way to make money or get ahead could be out of kilter. You’ll be better off spending time with family members or pursuing homebased hobbies in the week ahead.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Choose when to go fly a kite. Relationships will be buoyed up by the prevailing winds unless you allow them to be dragged down by ambition and materialism. Pay attention to which way the wind is blowing this week.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Do

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Opt for a lighter berry compote — made from raspberries and blueberries — rather than a heavy syrup.

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Continued from Page 9 • 1 tablespoon grated orange zest • 3 ounces (185 mL) fresh orange juice, from about 1 large orange

• Pinch of kosher salt FOR SERVING: • Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting (optional) • Fresh berries (optional) For the French toast, put the eggs, egg whites, buttermilk, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt in a large, wide bowl

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it once, but do it right. Getting everything in apple pie order takes more time, but ensures you do things right the first time. Your willingness to be thorough may mean some people could consider you a slowpoke in the week ahead.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Take it in all in stride. Your career aspirations might conflict with the needs of family members or vice versa in the week to come. You shouldn’t feel that sacrificing one for the other is necessary to reach your primary goals.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Ask and you will receive. If you need to apply some elbow grease, don’t hesitate to ask someone to hand you the can. Ask for advice, request cooperation or achieve a happy compromise in the first half of the week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The most important decisions are often delivered in the faintest whisper. Keep your ears on full alert as the week unfolds. You might learn of something that could have a decided impact on your future success. and whisk them together thoroughly. Submerge the bread slices in the egg mixture, turning them and making sure they become completely saturated.

Meanwhile, over medium heat, heat a heavy nonstick griddle, skillet, or a pair of skillets, large enough to hold all the French toast slices in a single layer without crowding.

When the griddle, skillet or skillets are hot, spray them evenly with nonstick cooking spray. Add the soaked bread pieces and cook until golden brown on both sides, 5 to 7 minutes total.

While the French toast is cooking, prepare the fresh berry compote: In a nonreactive saucepan, combine the blueberries, raspberries, honey, orange zest, orange juice and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and continue simmering just until the berries have given up some of their juices and have turned slightly syrupy, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and keep warm.

To assemble the dish, arrange two slices of the French toast on each of four heated serving plates. Spoon some of the compote over each serving. If you like, spoon a little confectioners’ sugar into a small, fine-meshed sieve held over each plate and tap the sieve lightly to dust the French toast; then, garnish with fresh berries. Serve immediately, passing more fresh berry compote at the table.

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Children’s Farm summer camper JP Duda and his favorite white quarter horse, Jay.

The Children’s Farm holds signup for summer camp dates Children who love animals and nature are invited to sign up for summer camp at the Children’s Farm, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park.

Children entering 4th through 7th grades in the fall will be attending the one-week and two-week overnight camps that will begin their 79th season on June 21.

Later summer sessions begin July 5, 19 and 26, and Aug 2 and 9. Each day is packed with fun for the 24 farm campers who learn to ride horses, care for animals, hike in the woods and creeks, and make campfires. Campers enjoy campouts, hayrides, games, crafts, and new friends.

“Farm Camp is an opportunity for kids to experience the healthy country atmosphere of life on a farm, yet be close to home,” says Camp Director Amy DiDominicis.

She encourages families to register as soon as possible, as some cabins are already filled.

A scholarship fund makes camp possible for children who need financial assistance. The farm also offers one-week day camp programs for children entering grades 2 through 7 in the fall, and twoweek overnight ranch and leadership camps for teens.

Call 361-3650 or visit http:// thecenterpalos.org/Camps.html for registration information.

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Umbrella art workshops will be hosted at the Log Cabin Center for the Arts on Friday, April 10, from 1 to 3 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. The Log Cabin is lat 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park.

Instructor Lois Lauer will help each participant to create a colorful umbrella using permanent waterproof inks. Students may create their own designs, but Lauer has promised to provide suggestions for easy designs and templates for those who want more structure. Gerri Gates shows her umbrella on which she drew a spring iris.

The class fee is $14 plus a $15 materials fee, which includes an umbrella for each student and all other supplies.

Advance reservations are required. For more information, call The Center at 361-3650 or visit www.thecenterpalos.org.

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