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EP trustees may vote Mon. on ‘home-flip’ law

By Laura Bollin Evergreen Park trustees are considering an ordinance that would require persons who buy homes in the village with plans to renovate them to pay a $10,000 cash bond.

The proposed ordinance was mentioned for the first time at the Village Board’s meeting May 20, and trustees were prepared to vote for its approval until a Palos Park couple in attendance raised concerns about the impact such a law could have on homebuyers. Evergreen Park Mayor Jim Sexton said the ordinance is the suggestion of village Building Serving Chicago Commissioner Ed Clohessy.

The Village Board may vote on the proposed ordinance at its meeting scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

Monday, June 3.

“We want to put this in to make sure people are doing remodeling properly, and doing the best thing with their home,” Sexton said.

“We want to make sure they do all the code work properly. We have people start on renovations and not finish them. This would

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ensure they would finish the job would “protect permanent resiproperly.” dents from bad neighbors” who Clohessy did not return several might rent such homes. phone calls seeking comment for “It will held people who are this story. renting those particular build The requirement of a $10,000 ings be as good a neighbor as cash bond paid to a municipal- the ones that have an investity when purchasing a home is ment,” Sexton said. “Whether unprecedented in the southwest you own a home or are renting a suburbs. Sexton said the bond home, you should have the same payment will act as an incen- investment, and you should act tive for homeowners to get the appropriately.” home renovations completed Sexton said the ordinance was quickly. The cash bond would not about dictating what a perRidge, Evergreen Hickory Hills, Lawn, be returned within 30Park, days, once son could doOak with the homePalos once the village has issued a “certifi- it was purchased. cate of residence” and officials “When they come to us and have determined all work has ask us for a permit, they are been completed properly, Sex- asking for our overseeing of the ton said. project,” Sexton said. “Once they People starting to remodel get a permit, we have the right homes and then not finishing to make sure they remodel the them is not a village-wide prob- home properly. We don’t go into lem, but officials are hoping to people’s houses that don’t want act preemptively, Sexton said. us. But we have the right to inAt the board’s meeting on May spect that remodeling and make 20, Sexton said the ordinance sure it is current.”

New OL mayor wants term limits Oak Lawn’s new mayor is determined to implement term limits for elected village officials, the parameters of which she envisions will be established by the recently created legislative and ethics committee.

Sandra Bury, who was elected mayor in April and took her oath of office May 14, said last week she is “very committed” to setting term limits in Oak Lawn.

The legislative license and ethics committee created earlier this month will recommend what the term limits should be, and village trustees will based on the recommendation determine whether to place the item as a referendum on next March’s election ballot, according to village attorneys.

Oak Lawn, as a home-rule community, can establish term limits via village ordinance if trustees are so inclined.

Bury believes term limits would keep the Village Board “fresh.”

“New people bring in new ideas,” she said. “When village trustees know they have a time frame, then they know they have four years or eight years or a certain amount of time to get things done. Without term limits, we have people who have been in office for so long, they either sit there and do nothing, or work the system so well that there is a potential for conduct that is inappropriate and can take advantage of their position.”

While a large percentage of citizens generally support term limits at the local level of government, the concept is not exactly popular among elected officials and term limits have rarely been established in Illinois. Opponents

of term limits often believe elections themselves regulate how long one serves in office, while many proponents believe termless offices open the door to government officials abusing the system and wielding excessive power.

“People say, ‘we already have term limits, it’s called voting,’ but voter turnout is incredibly low,” Bury said.

Voter turnout for the April mayoral election in Oak Lawn was 29.6 percent.

Only five Illinois municipalities, none in the southwest suburbs, have term limits for mayor and board/council members. Tinley Park voters last November passed a referendum asking whether the Village Board should establish term limits for elected officials, and the village has formed a seven-member Term Limits Committee that is investigating whether term limits at the local level of government prove beneficial or detrimental to communities.

Oak Lawn Trustee Alex Olejniczak, a political ally of Bury’s who ran on her Oak Lawn First Party ticket in April, believes term limits will help the village. Olejniczak was re-elected last month to a third term in office, and believes three terms is a reasonable limit.

“What we have seen in the history of Oak Lawn is people that have been in their positions for too long of a period of time,” Olejniczak said. “This causes complacency and intimidates other candidates who want to go out there and run as a trustee.

“Anytime a village can get more people involved and give them opportunities to be involved in the community. Anytime we can (Continued on page 3)

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demolish the house, if you are not going to rebuild right away, we put seed in, put grass there and make it look like a park atmosphere.”

Barbara Adams, an attorney Hickory also requires a $3,000 with Holland & Knight in Chi- cash bond for new home concago, sees practical problems with struction.USPS 118-690 enforcing such an ordinance.

“When a contractor comes in, “How are they going to dis- they are digging in the street and tinguish between buying a home doing water and sewer connecto reside there and buying for tions and we hold that bond,” some other purpose?” Adams Moriano said. “When people move said, adding that homeowners in, they get the bond back.” may merely avoid disclosing any Hickory Hills also has fees for renovation plans in order to avoid home inspections and new busithe $10,000 bond. ness inspections, which is based Sexton does not know how the on the square footage of the buildordinance would be enforced, he ing — $10 per 1,000 square feet Hills said. and Worth for a residential property, $30 Thursday, March 1,and 2007 Some area municipalities have per 1,000 square feet for a comsignificantly smaller fees or bond mercial property. The minimum requirements related to building fee for a residential property is a new home or demolishing an $250. The minimum fee for a old one. Hickory Hills requires commercial property is $500. a $5,000 bond payment from ho- Other area municipalities have meowners who plan to demolish lesser fees. In Worth, the only homes. fees are closing costs for a house, “We will give it back provided and a $20 fee for water service. they don’t wreck anything,” said In Chicago Ridge, the certificate Hickory Hills Building Commis- of occupancy for businesses and sioner John Moriano. “Once you new construction is $25.

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Memorial Day view Neal Carney, 2, of Worth, gets a good view of Monday’s Memorial Day Service in Palos Heights from atop the shoulders of his father, John. The 45-minute ceremony was one of several remembrances held across the southwest suburbs.

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Oak Lawn pulls funds from Green expansion $1M will go instead to streets, alleys

By Laura Bollin A divided Oak Lawn Village Board voted Tuesday to reallocate $1 million that had been earmarked for an expansion of the Village Green.

Trustees voted 4-2 to approve an amendment that rescinds the village’s policy pertaining to the allocation of funds for infrastructure prioritization. Trustees Bob Streit and Carol Quinlan voted against the amendment.

The $1 million in Build America Bond money had been set aside by former Oak Lawn Mayor Dave Heilmann for an expansion of the Village Green, a downtown park in the 9400 block of Raymond Avenue, across from Village Hall and north of the Oak Lawn Public Library. The funds will instead go toward infrastructure improvements throughout the village.

Streit said the board originally created the infrastructure allocation policy so each trustee would have an equal amount of money to spend on in his or her district.

The Build America Bonds were originally worth $36 million, and about $30 million was spent villagewide, Streit said. Of the remaining $6 million, about $2 million was spent on sanitary sewer projects and $1 million was earmarked for the expansion of the Village Green, leaving about $4 million for trustees to divide amongst their own al-

ley, water main and street repair projects, he explained.

“There is no good reason to rescind the policy, unless the intent is to stop the expansion of the Village Green,” Streit said. “Not everyone in the village has had their street or alley repaired, but everyone enjoys the Village Green.

All people in town have to repay the bonds.”

Streit said the plan to expand the green was “fair and visionary.” Trustee Alex Olejniczak disagreed.

“This was an election issue, and the people of Oak Lawn spoke, and they do not believe the $1 million expansion is needed,” Olejniczak said, referring to Sandra Bury defeating the incumbent Heilmann in the April 9 election. “They gave us a directive, and that directive was not to improve the Village Green.

“I think what is fair and visionary is that the people of Oak Lawn came out and voted. There is still a lot of work to do in this village, and we have just gotten to the point where we are treading water. The residents expect more than that.”

Trustee Terry Vorderer, a former village police officer who also who served as an Oak Lawn Park District commissioner, said it is more important to fix problems in the village before expanding the Green.

“Before we build new, we have to take care of what we’ve got,” Vorderer said. “There are potholes in my district (District 4) that are 6 inches deep.”

Committee appointments were an-

other source of divisiveness at the meeting. Both Streit and Quinlan asked Bury if she and former Trustee Tom Phelan — who worked on her mayoral campaign — had created a “hit list” of village employees to be replaced. The Reporter has in its possession a color-coded document, authored by Phelan, of village employees who supported — or did not — Bury’s mayoral campaign.

The names of people who did not support Bury are highlighted in red, and the document contains political advice such as “Always. Reward.

Support.”

“This list is exactly the same as the hit list we have all heard so much about,” Quinlan said. “This is a document that was sent out to all new board members. This is exactly what Tom Phelan told you to do.”

Vorderer claimed he did not receive the document.

Quinlan alleged that Bury, Phelan and newly elected Trustees Mike Carberry and Tim Desmond met at Palermo’s to discuss the “hit list.”

Carberry said Phelan did not attend the meeting, and Desmond said he never met Phelan at Palermo’s.

“I solicited advice from every single person up here, and outgoing trustees,” Bury said. “This is my decision to make.”

The board voted to approve Bury’s appointments of Olejniczak as fire department liaison; Olejniczak, Desmond and Vorderer to the The legislative, licenses, and ethics committee; Carberry as polcie department liaison; and Carberry, Desmond and Olejniczak to the public works committee.

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police news

A 52-year-old man was reportedly charged with DUI, speeding and driving with no insurance after police stopped the vehicle he was driving at the intersection of 107th Street and Mayfield Avenue.

Thomas P. Sinclair, of Chicago Ridge, was arrested at 2:35 p.m.

May 27. *** A 34-year-old man was reportedly charged with driving with a suspended license after police stopped the vehicle he was driving at a roadside safety checkpoint in the 6500 block of 95th Street.

Armando Liquez, of Oak Lawn, was arrested at 2:19 a.m. May 26. *** A 26-year-old man was reportedly charged with driving with a suspended license after police stopped the vehicle he was driving at a roadside safety checkpoint in the 6500 block of 95th Street.

William J. Melka, of Berwyn, was arrested at 11:33 p.m. May 25. *** An 18-year-old woman was reportedly charged with no valid driver’s license and speeding after police stopped the vehicle she was driving at the intersection of 111th Street and Central Avenue.

Injeel Mudhi, of Alsip, was arrested at 12:12 a.m. May 25. *** A 33-year-old man was reportedly charged with driving with a suspended license after police stopped the vehicle he was driving at the intersection of Oak Park Avenue and 95th Street.

Ruben Gonzalez, of Oak Lawn, was arrested at 9:30 p.m. May 26. *** A 27-year-old woman was charged with criminal trespass to property after she allegedly entered a store at the Chicago Ridge Mall to which she had told

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Jesika M. Avalo, of Chicago, was arrested at 5:07 p.m. May 25. *** A 26-year-old woman was charged with retail theft after she allegedly took a pair of men’s shoes with a retail value of $216 from a store at the Chicago Ridge Mall.

Luz A. Mariscal, of Justice, was arrested at 5:05 p.m. May 25.

Evergreen Park A 46-year-old man was charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and failure to wear a seatbelt after police stopped the car in which he was a passenger at the intersection of 91st Street and Western Avenue.

Michael R. Fitzgerald, of Oak Lawn, was arrested at 5:02 p.m.

May 17. He possessed 8 grams of heroin and seven bags containing white powder residue, police said. *** A 22-year-old man was charged with delivery of a controlled substance after he was allegedly observed making a drug transaction at the intersection of 92nd Street and Western Avenue.

Kenyatta A. Grant, of Chicago, was arrested at 7:30 p.m. May 21. He possessed half a gram of cocaine, police said. *** A 26-year-old man was reportedly charged with possession of a controlled substance and failure to wear a seatbelt after police stopped the vehicle he was driving at the intersection of 95th Street and Pulaski Road.

John M. Bojan, of Chicago, was arrested at 5:20 p.m. May 23. He possessed 18 hydrocodone pills, police said. *** Two men were charged with theft after they allegedly each took a bicycle from a garage in the 9700 block of Springfield Avenue.

Cortrell C. Rush, of Oak Lawn,

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and Pilar L. King, of Calumet City, both 19, were arrested at 6 a.m.

May 19. *** A 36-year-old woman was reportedly charged with DUI, disobeying a stop sign and improper lane usage after police stopped the vehicle she was driving at the intersection of 100th Place and Francisco Avenue.

Amy L. McCann, of Evergreen Park, was arrested at 2:44 a.m.

May 18. *** A 52-year-old man was charged with criminal trespass to vehicle after he was allegedly caught driving a stolen vehicle in the 9600 block of Western Avenue.

Jerome Seaton, of Gary, Ind., was arrested at 5:46 p.m. May 22. *** A 52-year-old woman was charged with retail theft after she allegedly took 19 items including food, cosmetics and a purse with a retail value of $76 from a store in the 2500 block of 95th Street.

Jenise H. Thompson, of Chicago, was arrested at 4:28 p.m.

May 17. *** A 29-year-old woman was charged with retail theft after she allegedly took eight items including workout bands with a retail value of $95 from a store in the 2500 block of 95th Street.

Antoya T. Hendrix, of Chicago, was arrested at 2:48 p.m. May 17. *** A 43-year-old woman was charged with retail theft and contributing to the delinquency of a child after she allegedly took 21 items, including food, duct tape, toothpaste and clothing with a retail value of $102 from a store in the 2500 block of 95th Street.

Tangelique A. Robinson, of Evergreen Park, was arrested at 11:44 p.m. May 19. Robinson’s 13-year-old daughter reportedly accompanied her, police said. *** Two Chicago women were charged with retail theft after they allegedly took condoms and a pregnancy test from a store in the 2500 block of 95th Street.

Rayvonda S. Moore and Kyra T. Watson, both 19, were arrested at 3:38 p.m. May 22.

Moore allegedly took a package of condoms with a retail value of $7. Watson reportedly took a package of condoms and a pregnancy test with a retail value of $19. *** A 35-year-old man was charged with retail theft after he allegedly took a drill bit with a retail value of $39 from a store in the 9100 block of Western Avenue.

Humberto Ayala, of Chicago, was arrested at 11:55 a.m. May 21. *** A 62-year-old woman was charged with retail theft after she allegedly took four magazines, baking powder and a bottle of seasoning with a retail value of $36 from a store in the 2500 block of 95th Street.

Loretta A. Koperdak, of Chicago, was arrested at 5:44 p.m.

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Hickory Hills An 18-year-old man was charged with public indecency after he allegedly exposed his penis to a woman with whom he had been on a date with as she sat in her vehicle in the 8400 block of 95th Street.

Mohammad R. Jibawi, of Worth, was arrested at 5:04 a.m. May 26. *** Theft was reported at 4:09 p.m.

May 25 in the 9100 block of 95th Street. Five pieces of black plastic fencing worth $75 were reported taken.

Oak Lawn A 32-year-old man was charged with armed robbery after he allegedly pulled a knife on a store security officer after taking three bolt cutters and a butane torch with a retail value of $77 from a store in the 4000 block of 95th Street.

Arthur J. Cedar, of Oak Lawn, was arrested at 3:01 p.m. May 20. *** A 33-year-old man was reportedly charged with DUI, operation of an uninsured motor vehicle, driving while license revoked, improper backing, driving off of the roadway, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, no insurance and damage to village property after police stopped the vehicle he was driving in the 8800 block of 50th Avenue.

Joshua Bonham, of Hammond, Ind., was arrested at 5:01 p.m.

May 10. He reportedly drove backward down 89th Street, spun the car and struck a stop sign. *** A 35-year-old woman was charged with disorderly conduct after she allegedly yelled at an-

other woman and threw a water bottle at the car the woman was driving in the parking lot of a store in the 9400 block of Pulaski Road.

Jaime M. Rachel, of Oak Lawn, was arrested at 5:41 p.m. May 20.

She and the other woman reportedly got into an argument inside the store about their shopping carts hitting each other. *** A 64-year-old man was charged with retail theft after he allegedly took three drill bits with a retail value of $19 from a store in the 4000 block of 95th Street.

Kenneth B. Fulton, of Chicago, was arrested at 11:46 a.m. May 21. *** A 63-year-old woman was charged with failure to give information, duty to report an accident and failure to execute due care after she was allegedly involved in a hit-and-run in the 6400 block of 88th Avenue.

Khawla A. Ahmad, of Oak Lawn, was arrested at 2 p.m.

May 20. The incident occurred at 11:49 a.m., and Ahmad went to the police station later that afternoon, police said. *** Criminal damage to property was reported at 7:44 p.m. May 22 in the 9500 block of Meade Avenue. A vehicle’s windshield was reportedly smashed. *** Burglary to a motor vehicle was reported at 5:26 a.m. May 21 in the 4800 block of 109th Street.

Sandals, gym shoes, a jewelry box, a white gold ring, a pinkie ring, an ankle bracelet, and a gold chain worth $1,872 and $27 was reported taken. *** Burglary to a motor vehicle was reported at 10:14 a.m. May 20 in the 10800 block of Lacrosse Avenue. An iPod, lugnut key and four cassette tapes worth $280 were reported taken.

*** Burglary to a motor vehicle was reported at 3:53 p.m. May 20 in the 10000 block of Mulberry Avenue. A child’s jacket, ice skates, hat and gloves worth $66 were reported taken. *** Theft was reported at 3:26 p.m. May 20 in the 6500 block of Crescent Court. A Sprint cell phone worth $250 was reported taken.

Palos Hills Criminal damage to a vehicle was reported at 9 a.m. May 23 in the 10100 block of 86th Avenue.

The rear driver’s-side window was reportedly broken by a BB. *** Credit card fraud was reported at 12:50 p.m. May 23. A man told police he had learned his credit card was being used in South Africa, and that $895 had been charged to it. *** Criminal defacement of property was reported at 2:30 p.m.

May 24 at Woods Park, at the intersection of 99th Street and 82nd Avenue. Playground equipment was reportedly spray painted. *** Motor vehicle theft was reported at 4 p.m. May 25 in the 10800 block of 84th Avenue. A 2013 Toyota Camry was reportedly taken. *** Motor vehicle theft was reported at 2 p.m. May 26 in the 10000 block of Hill Terrace. A Ford Expedition was reported taken.

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Operation Cheap Smokes nabs Orland duo charged with theft

By Jeff Vorva A father and son from Orland Park were both charged with felony threat by Chicago Police for their alleged role in the purchase and resale of shoplifted cigarettes and other brand-name goods.

Mahmoud Yassin, 60, and his son Yassin, 18, of the 15400 block of Hollywood Drive, were arrested Wednesday last week, and each charged with two felony counts of theft.

A third person, Numa Shlain, 67, of Buffalo Grove, was arrested and charged with one count of felony theft, police said.

The arrests culminated a sixmonth police investigation, dubbed “Operation Cheap Smokes.”

Police said they learned Mahmoud Yassin, owner of a Northwest Side store, and his son used the business, Discount Cigarettes, in the 2900 block of North Milwaukee Avenue, as a hub to buy cigarettes and household products at discounted prices from shoplifters who lifted the items from local retailers.

The Chicago police worked with other agencies, including the Mt. Prospect and Orland Park police departments, and undercover police posed as shoplifters and recorded transactions while the offenders negotiated the purchase of items proposed as recently stolen merchandise, police said.

The operation allowed the shoplifters a continuous flow of cash in exchange for commodities that included coffee, cold medicine, cigarettes, soda, razor blades and teeth whitening strips. Yassin, his son, and Shlain would then allegedly resell the items at three local stores as well as an Internet resale site, according to police.

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Chicago police confiscated stolen cigarettes and other items at a tobacco shop in Chicago and charged an Orland Park father and son both with theft.

Officers culminated their investigation Wednesday last week at the Milwaukee Avenue location as well as two other Northwest Side stores, where they located numerous stolen products along with a total of more than 6,300 packs of cigarettes without proper tax stamps, police said. More than 360 packs of the stolen cigarettes were hidden behind a false wall at School Snack Grocery & Tobacco shop, police said.

Police executed search warrants at the two suburban homes of the suspects, where officers learned several allegedly stolen items were transported, stored and organized for shipment after they Chicago police photo were posted on the Internet resale Yassin Yassin site, according to the Chicago Police Department’s Office of News Affairs. in cash and five vehicles associ The search warrants also led to ated with profits from the illegal the seizure of more than $100,000 fencing operation, police said.

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What do you say?

What are your summer vacation plans?

(Asked at Oak Lawn Village Hall) Photos by Laura Bollin

Joe Benson, Oak Lawn “I’ll be staying in Oak Lawn. We go to the Village Green, take the kids to Premo’s for pizza, and go fishing by the [Stony Creek] golf course on 103rd Street.”

Brian D., Oak Lawn “I’ll be working. I drive a dump truck here in town. I’m always off in the wintertime, and I work during the summer.”

Billy James, Oak Lawn “I’ll be going back to Tennessee, where I’m from. I have family there.”

Kathryn Brennan, Oak Lawn “I won’t be going anywhere, because I can’t afford it. My husband and I just got married in Ireland a month ago.”

Loretta Pavlik, Oak Lawn “I’ll be staying here and going to concerts.”

Getting in the game Area bars and restaurants hope to capitalize on video gambling craze

By Laura Bollin Local bars, American Legion posts and even a flower shop have been licensed to operate video gambling machines, and area municipalities are seeing revenues slowly begin to trickle in.

The Illinois Gaming Board has approved gaming machine licenses for numerous liquor-serving establishments in Evergreen Park, Oak Lawn, Hickory Hills, Chicago Ridge, Palos Hills and Worth. A Photo by Jeff Vorva There was a huge police presence at the First Midwest Half Marathon earlier this month. Marathon business must have a liquor license in order to apply for a video organizers hope the need for too much protection will be needed in 2014. gambling license. Slots and video poker are the typical games found on such machines.

Half marathon officials hope for more running, fewer guns in ’14

By Jeff Vorva The First Midwest Half Marathon’s heavy security presence was still a hot topic weeks after the May 5 race was run in Palos Heights.

Machine guns, SWAT team members, bomb-sniffing dogs on the race grounds, riflemen on the top of buildings and a Chicago Police helicopter hovering in the air before the event gave the usually low-key south suburban race a dramatic backdrop.

Members of the half marathon committee talked about the security during a recent meeting in which it reviewed its performance of the race.

“It felt like the President was coming,” one member of the committee said.

“It was crazy,” Palos Heights Recreation Director Mike Leonard said. “It was crazy-good because you can’t be too safe, but I was like … wow. That was the No. 1 comment of the day.

If you listen to the buzz of the crowd, it was ... wow ... about the security.”

The Palos race came weeks after the April 15 bombing at the

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(Continued from page 1) bring in new ideas and new ways to look at thing in any form of government, that’s a good thing.”

An elected official’s first term I office is a learning experience in which the person is “learning how to get things done,” according to Olejniczak.

“In the second term, they start being able to get things done,” he continued. “I’ve been working on the Central [Avenue] and Southwest Highway [left] turning lane since I was elected, and in my third term we are finally getting out of engineering and into actual development. By the time I finish my third term, it’ll be done.”

Worth resident Kevin Werner served two terms as a village trustee and decided against running for a third term because his belief in term limits. He commended Bury for starting conversations about term limits.

“Hats off to her,” Werner said.

“I can’t wait to see people honor term limits. It gives me hope for the future.”

Tinley Park Mayor Ed Zabrocki opposes term limits. Zabrocki was first elected mayor in 1981, at the tail end of an era that saw mayors in Evergreen Park, Oak Lawn, Chicago Ridge, Worth and Palos Hills get elected to what would be a collective 144 years in office. Zabrocki was elected in April to his ninth term, securing more than 62 percent of the vote to top challenger Steve Eberhardt.

It was a group led by Eberhardt that spearheaded the campaign to place the referendum question on the November ballot.

“Obviously, I’m not for term limits,” Zabrocki said. “Every two years, half the village board is up and I am up every four years, so people have opportunity to vote you in or out. I don’t think term limits are necessary. People chose to put me in office that long.”

Zabrocki has done good things

finish line of the Boston Marathon. Race organizers were not going to cancel the race but they consulted with the FBI and other law enforcement organizations to make it known that security was in force.

“The spectators and runners were really impressed with the security and so was I,” race codirector Mel Diab said. “They felt comfortable with it. It wasn’t over the top. It was just right.”

However, he hopes that in 2014, there won’t need to be as much of a presence for the seventh running of the race.

“Because of what happened in Boston, we will still have more security than we had in the past,” he said. “But will it be as much as we had this year? I don’t think so.”

Race co-director Jeff Prestinario said that analyzing this year’s event, he estimated that 95 percent went well but there were still some problematic areas.

Committee members said that the lack of a medical tent at the turnaround caused confusion.

Medical personnel had to work out of their cars and some people who sought medical attention

were not sure help was available there.

Diab said there was more water supplied than ever for this race and there was a lot left over. But members of the committee heard complaints of water supplies running out at some of the stations.

“That’s been a problem for years,” Diab said. “We have the water. We just need a better way to get it to the people.”

Palos Heights Fire Chief Tim Sarhage reported there was “nothing serious” when it came to injuries. He said there were runners suffering from dehydration and cramping. The most serious injury came about 15 minutes before the race when a spectator injured an ankle stepping into a hole.

Overall, Prestinario was happy with the event, which drew close to 2,000 runners and several thousand spectators.

He enjoyed the mild weather and the fact that there were no dangerous incidents in the wake of the Boston event.

“I felt like a million dollars that day,” Prestinario said. “The adrenaline was pumping. I was feeling great.”

for Tinley Park, and that is why people have reelected him, he said. Since his first election in 1981, the Village Board has operated on a balanced budget, was rated the best place to raise kids in the country in 2010, and has not laid off any village employees during the recession, he said.

“If people want to vote you out, every four years they have that opportunity,” Zabrocki said.

“Term limits are artificial.”

Werner said unseating an incumbent government officials can be nearly impossible.

“They have the power of the incumbency, which is the power to raise the most money so they can keep their seat,” Werner said. “[Chicago Mayor] Rahm Emanuel beat people who were more qualified than him, just because he had the most money. The power of the incumbent is too strong for most well-meaning public servants to overcome.

“Every so often, someone will come up and upset the incumbent, which is what just happened in Oak Lawn and Worth. I don’t think the incumbents thought they would lose, but they lost to well-meaning people who fought an uphill battle and unseated them.”

Werner is a proponent of term limits at all levels of government, though he believes reasonable concessions can be made at the local level. In the Unites States, the president’s office is the only elected seat with a term limit. Illinois state offices do not carry term limits, but political fundraising and lobbying would be inhibited if they did, Werner believes.

“Politics is dirty, and if we had term limits, it would take at least some of the dirt out of it,” Werner said. “It would eliminate the need for fundraising to the degree that it has gone to. The money that is being spent by politicians to get re-elected is stunning.

“Who has access to politicians?

The people who are funding elec-

tions. If they donate money to Mike Madigan or Pat Quinn, they are buying access. If that politician is term-limited, they don’t need that access.”

Lobbying would also be less effective, he said.

“People would be in politics to do the right thing, not to do what lobbyists want,” Werner said. “If I were king of the world, I would say no more than three terms or 12 years in office. If it is longer than 12 years, people are in it for money and power, not because they want to do the right thing.

Some politicians hang onto jobs like they’re hanging onto their lives and do everything to keep the challengers at bay.”

Some elected officials in small towns like Worth do the job because no one else is willing to do it, Werner said.

“At the school or park board level, they don’t even get paid,” Werner said. “I would be more persuaded to soften my position on term limits at the local level rather than the county, state, or federal level. But if you are in it for the right reasons, you should not have to serve more than 12 years. You should be able to step aside and let someone else do it.”

Werner believes municipal governments should at the very least eliminate pensions for elected officials.

“As an elected official in the village of Worth, after a certain amount of years, you qualify for a pension, Werner said. “I think that’s horrible. What do local officials do to deserve a pension?

They go to two little meetings a month. When I was a trustee and I rejected [getting a pension], other trustees looked at me like I had a tree growing out of my head.

“I don’t believe any politician at any level deserves a pension at any time. Eliminate pensions, and I think you would do an awful lot to institute term limits.”

According to the video gaming agreement with the state of Illinois and the Illinois Gaming Board, income generated by the machines is to be split between the state, municipality and business, with the receiving 30 percent, 5 percent of which goes to the local municipality. Of the remaining 70 percent, .7 percent goes to Scientific Games, the company that built and will maintain the Central Communications System that regulates and tracks how much money is wagered and won at the machines in Illinois.

The remaining income is divided equally between the distributor of the game terminals — for example, the Chicago Gaming Company — and the business owners.

Worth has raked in $7,500, the most revenue since December out of all of the towns in The Reporter’s coverage area. Four businesses in Worth have video gaming licenses, according to Worth village Clerk Bonnie Price.

Oak Lawn features a dozen establishments with video gaming licenses, including Avenue Flower Shop, which serves wine.

The village’s portion of gaming revenue has $300 check since December, said management fel-

Game on

The following is a list of businesses in The Reporter’s coverage area that hold video gaming licenses.

Chicago Ridge Jenny’s Steakhouse, 11041 Menard Ave. JP’s Short Stop, 5944 W. 111th St. Grove Sports Bar and Grill, 6030 W. 111th St. Nick’s Pizza and Pub, 10507 Ridgeland Ave. Bobby McGee’s, 10139 Harlem Ave. Elks Club 2254, 10720 Central Ave. Jesse’s Tavern, 10501 Ridgeland Ave. Lucky’s Lounge, 6605 W. 95th St.

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Video gambling machines at area bars and restaurants feature numerous varieties of poker with names such as Game King, Big Easy and Black Widow, and games of chance such as slots and Wheel of Gold. low Josh Jones.

Hickory Hills has four business with game machines, and has garnered more than $2,400 from them, said city Clerk Dee Catizone. Ten businesses in Hickory have applied for video gaming Oak Lawn Demma’s Lounge, 5805 W. 87th St. Hooter’s, 9159 Cicero Ave. Krauss Gaslite Lounge, 5130 W. 95th St. The Hot Corner, 4913 W. 95th St. Tailgators, 9240 Cicero Ave. Goal Post Pub, 5207 W. 95th St. PJ’s Pourhouse Saloon, 5635 W. 87th St. Avenue Flower Shop, 10632 Cicero Ave. Bar Code 99, 9906 Southwest Highway Deja Brew, 5219 W. 95th St. Les Brothers, 8701 Ridgeland Ave. PD’s Place, 9611 Southwest Highway Hickory Hills Janosik Banquets, 9126 Rob-

licenses, Catizone said.

Palos Hills and Evergreen Park each only have one business with a video gaming license, and neither municipality’s officials had information on how much they had received in revenue. erts Road Great Wall Chinese Restaurant, 8110 W. 95th St. Prime Time Restaurant and Bar, 7750 W. 95th St. Vito and Nick’s, 9644 Roberts Road Palos Hills Durbin’s, 10154 Road

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Our Neighborhood Rain, cool temps make Irish Fest feel like home

By Kevin M. Coyne Correspondent

Lawn resident Tom Duggan also comes for the music as well as the traditional Irish food.

The mixture of Irish music, “I try to come at least one day food, dance and culture attracted every year,” Duggan said. “The thousands of people last weekend people here are always friendly to Chicago Gaelic Park’s annual and Gaelic Park is an outstanding Irish Fest. venue for the event.”

Fest-goers and Irish music-lov- Irish dancing and music were ers braved the chilly, damp weath- ever-present at the fest. From er to indulge in Irish traditions senior citizens to young Irish and history at Gaelic Park, 6119 dancers, the dance floor was W. 147th St. in Oak Forest. constantly occupied.

“We’ve been operating here in “The Irish dancing is my favorGaelic Park for 27 years,” said ite part of the festival, especially Willie Casey, who was working at Ceili dancing, which I teach here Irish Fest as a volunteer. “What at Gaelic Park,” said Donna Killen we provide is the culmination of of Chicago’s Mount Greenwood Irish culture, dancing sport, the- neighborhood. “Last year I choater and music.” reographed a flash mob of over Casey, a native of County Kerry, 50 senior citizens who danced at Ireland, oversaw admissions to the the crossroad and really got into festival, a fourCeili dancing.” day event now Along with in its 27th year. music and a Casey moved wealth of other from Bellyheigue entertainment to Orland Park options, Irish in 1959.

Fest offers free “What we do carnival rides here has the with the price same feel of Irish of admission. culture and mu “What I like sic that you’d best is the family find in Ireland,” atmosphere and Casey said. the Irish music Louise Igoe, that I grew up Submitted Photo 20, and her sister, on,” said Sheila Niamh Igoe, 15, Hyde, a Lisle both of Chicago resident who Ridge, remember has volunteered Chicago Ridge resident Nicholas Lisowski of Boy Scout Troop 665 attending Irish at the fest for was, on Sunday, awarded the rank of Eagle Scout in a Court of Honor Fest as children the past 15 years. ceremony at St. Luke Orthodox Christian Church in Palos Hills. and enjoying the Lockport resident Matt Ball “One of the most Photos by Kevin M. Coyne The rank of Eagle Scout is the highest honor awarded to youth Irish dancing and his son, Luke, 7 months, popular attrac- Billy Donnelly of Chicago and Tracy Cavenaugh of Evergreen in scouting. Fewer than 4 percent of boy scouts earn the rank. and the mixture were among the thousands of tions that the Park prepare to lead the Chicago Police Department Pipes and Since the first Eagle Scout award was earned in 1912, more than of modern and attendees Sunday at Gaelic kids go nuts for is Drums of the Emerald Society’s march on Sunday at Gaelic Park’s 2 million youths have achieved the honor, and have collectively Irish music. Oak Park’s annual Irish Fest. the free rides.” annual Irish Fest. contributed more than 400 million service hours to the United States military.

Lisowski began his Scouting career in Cub Scout Pack 3665 and earned the Arrow of Light award. He graduated to Troop 665 in April 2006 and has held several leadership positions, and participated in several service projects and camping trips.

He was elected into the Order of the Arrow and achieved the Brotherhood honor, and earned the Alpha-Omega religious emblem award.

Lisowski is also a member of Venturing Crew 2635, and in 2011 he went on a mission trip to the Blackfeet Indian reservation in Montana. He will graduate this year from Richards High School in By Kevin M. Coyne Oak Lawn, where he is a member of the National Honor Society, Correspondent Laughing Aardvarks Improv group, and swim and water polo teams, and is the principal saxophonist in the jazz and concert bands. He The Oak Lawn Park District is is a recipient of the Louis Armstrong Award, a national jazz band seeking feedback from residents award. regarding its planned refurbish Lisowski will work this summer as a camp counselor at Owasippe ing of Worthbrook Park.

Scout Reservation, where he will teach golf and high adventure. The park district plans to He will study pre-medicine at Grand Valley State University in improve Worthbrook’s skate Michigan in the fall. park, sand volleyball court and baseball fields, and add modern amenities as part of a project that could cost as much as $1 million, according to Oak Lawn Park DisTHE trict Superintendent Joel Craig.

The park district has applied for News and events from our archives a $400,000 matching grant that would help reduce the district’s contribution.

Krapil received a plaque com- The preliminary plan includes 50 years ago memorating his contributions replacing the park picnic shelMay 30, 1963 Former Worth village Trustee to the Worth Police Department ter’s shingle roof with vandalErnest E. Hedlun was appointed and the community. proof and weatherproof metal, *** mayor to serve the remaining two adding a perimeter pathway years of Joseph J. McCloskey’s Two Oak Lawn teenagers, system, repairingathletic courts, term. McCloskey stepped down be- Sue Wagner and Bill Corrigan, renovating the playground area cause business obligations required planned to spend a week over and equipment with a new dethe summer at Lake Villa help- sign, edging and accessibility him to move out of the village. ing children and adults with improvements, and address and *** Two Hickory Hills boys were muscular dystrophy. Acting as correct the park’s drainage and critically injured in separate auto- “partners” for the campers, the turf quality. mobile accidents within 24 hours two would participate in horse- “We want to make the renovaback riding, swimming and other tions because the equipment is of each other.

Supplied by Oak Lawn Park District William Carroll, 4, was ren- activities. aged. National Recreation and The Oak Lawn Park District is planning an estimated $1 million renovation of Worthbrook Park, dered unconscious after he ran Park Association suggests we 89th Street and Ridgeland Avenue. into the street and was struck by 10 years ago replace playground equipment a car in front of the Villa Marie May 29, 2003 every 15 to 20 years and since fields, two basketball courts, getting into a cycle where we pathway and developing a design Nursing Home, 92nd Place and Hickory Hills swore in an un- the last renovation took place multi-use football field, a sand need to get to all of the parks that adheres to Americans with Roberts Road. usual police — Oscar, the city’s in 1993, we are hitting the 20 volleyball court, picnic areas, in town and renovate them on Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibil Edward Bulger, 14, an eighth first K9 cop. The 2½-year-old year mark,” Craig said. “We will playground equipment and a a yearly basis.” ity guidelines. grader at Oak Ridge School, was German shepherd showed off also be replacing the design of walking path.

The 8.8-acre park is the location “Every playground and facilstruck by a vehicle after step- his skills by sniffing out a bag the skate park and would like “We have been waiting for of Oak Lawn’s first skate park, ity in the village will be truly ping off of the school bus at of cocaine that had been planted to design a walking path around this moment for quite a while,” built in 2003 with an estimated accessible,” said Craig. “We 95th Street and 78th Avenue. in the City Council chambers, the baseball fields.” said Craig. “We have not had $112,000 grant that was used are working with the ADA He Edward sustained a frac- and responded to commands in Worthbrook, a 50-year-old the funding previously so now solely for the skate park, said and we’re planning on adding tured left leg, facial lacerations German. park at Ridgeland Avenue and that we have paid down some of Craig. The district is in beginning curb cuts, putting in a rubber and a possible concussion. *** 89th Street, has two baseball our debt in other areas we are stages of the renovation process, surface to allow for wheelchairs The Plaza in Evergreen Park and after officials receive com- and developing a truly acces25 years ago was shut down for several hours munity feedback will apply for sible park.”

June 2, 1988 May 27 after a backhoe cracked the Open Space Land Acquisition Adding the rubber surface The Worth Fraternal Order a water main on the property and Development grant, probably will come with a considerable of Police honored John Krapil, at the southwest corner of 95th in July, Craig said. expense. The park district is conowner of Krapil’s Restaurant. Street and Western Avenue.

The proposed renovations and sidering putting down mulch, The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares improvements will not increase which is $4 a square foot, and with the correct numbers. Each row of 9 numbers must include the park district’s property tax adding a pathway through the all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each column of 9 numbers must rate, something that had been a playground area instead of include all digits1 through 9 in any order. Each 3 by 3 subsection of concern of some Oak Lawn resi- a $15-per-square-foot rubber the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9. dents who attended an informa- surface. tive meeting May 22.

Residents’ suggestions at “Taxes will not be going up last week’s meeting pertained in Oak Lawn,” said park district largely to the design of the director Maddie Kelly. “We are skate park, which will mirror under a strict tax cap and we are that of Milestone Skate Park in only able to raise taxes by a few Sandwich. At this point, bikes dollars a year. Even if we wanted are prohibited in the skate park to we couldn’t raise taxes.” because of the dangers associ Worthbrook will undergo ma- ated with tight space. jor changes if the tentative plans “The police have had problems are implemented next year. Both with keeping bikers out of the baseball fields will be moved skate park and we’ve had to north to avoid having team replace that fence about half a benches close to the street. The dozen times because the kids park district also plans to will are cutting the fence so they ensure the park is wheelchair can make a fast getaway,” Craig accessible by adding a perimeter said.

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Richards remembers Gavin From Bob McParland High School Dist. 218 In their grief, friends of Richards High School teacher Matt Gavin have found some refuge in recalling his humor, kindness, exceptional abilities as an educator, and human decency.

Gavin, incredibly popular with students and staff alike, passed away on May 10 after a battle with cancer. His friends at Richards have struggled immensely with his loss.

“Matt was a gifted teacher. He could relate to all levels of kids, everyone knew that,” said fellow social studies teacher Megan Witt.

“Matt was also a great friend.”

“Matt was an outstanding teacher and a better man. He did so much for his students and loved helping people. He will truly be Submitted Photo missed by everyone at Richards,” said teacher Tony Sheehan.

Without exception, teachers stressed the enthusiasm, com Gina Ciametti of Hickory Hills (left) marches during the opening procession at Trinity Christian passion, and devotion with which College’s spring 2013 commencement ceremony held May 18. The commencement celebrated the Gavin approached education. Social studies teacher John Chapgraduation of 189 traditional and 45 adult studies students.

Trinity history professor Robert Rice of Palos Heights was honored at the ceremony with emeritus petto witnessed it each day. status. Rice has served the college since 1979 and was honored with the college’s inaugural Professor “Being across the hall from of the Year award in 2012. This year’s Professor of the Year award was presented to sociology profes- Matt I observed a person over a nine-year period who was always sor Brad Breems of Blue Island. professional and prepared,” Chap For the full story and photo galleries visit trnty.edu. petto said.

Gavin taught students headed for Ivy League schools as well as those who arrived at Richards with substandard skill levels.

“He never looked down on anyone. He never thought of himself as bigger than the job. He was a student-centered educator. As a person he was graceful in his

By Karina Montelongo, the dangers of drinking. Teen- Our local community also plays approach to life. He didn’t stress Student Contributor agers are most likely to make a big role on what the teenag- little things, enjoyed his friends, choices just because they won’t ers do. They do say “it takes and loved his family,” Chappetto Youth has a power that others be accepted into their group of a village to raise a child.” The said. don’t to make a change. “friends” so they have to be ed- community can receive help to Gavin’s reach extended beyond Young people today have the ucated so students don’t make spread their message using their Richards. power to inform their parents, the mistakes that could be life local forces of the police, teach- “Matt and I started in District school, and community of SADD changing. Teenagers can have ers, parents, and using agencies 218 in 2004,” said Adam McAland be part of it. SADD, which a voice, which they should use that can help the teens make lister, who teaches at Eisenhower stands for Students Against De- to spread the word on making better choices. The community High School in Blue Island. “We structive Decisions, have been in- good choices. is the stone that can break the worked summer school together a forming everyone about making Let’s not forget the parents. things going on with underage few times. He and I lived close to each other and we became good better choices. The SADD chapter Parents have a major role on drinking and drunk driving. at Oak Lawn Community High what choices their kids make. Everyone can do something to friends. I will miss the converSchool has been getting the word Teenagers look up to their par- help their fellow peers so every- sations he and I had over the out about the dangers of under- ents and parents need to guide one is safe and healthy. Underage age drinking and drunk driving. them on the right path. Parents drinking has been a problem for Youth at Oak Lawn High are what can use the website ParentTeen- many years. With everyone’s help makes SADD what it is.

Matters.org as a reference for we can help reduce the amount of Oak Lawn High SADD mem- talking to their teen. Parents can underage drinking. For more inforbers have started making a buzz also reach out to other parents. mation, go to Buzzcheck.com and with buzzcheck.com at school. Parents have more influence on visit your schools SADD chapter.

This website informs the stu- what their child does then they Karina Montelongo is a student The following area residents made the dean’s list for the spring dents about peer pressure and sometimes believe. at Oak Lawn High School 2013 semester at Marquette University in Milwaukee.

School’s out forever

Students wield the power to make change at OL High

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Richards High School students Kenneth Hunter (standing, from left), Trevon Webster and Davelle Fox, and Alyssa Contento (seated, from left), Shane Knapp and Carina Rodriguez design cards for the family of teacher Matt Gavin. An extremely popular teacher, Gavin died on May 10 at 32 years old. years. He was a great teacher and friend.”

Every teacher seemed to recall some moment or event where Gavin acted selflessly.

“My son Charlie was playing a soccer game in Downers Grove (where Gavin lived) on a Saturday afternoon and Matt got on his bike and rode up to meet us and watch the game,” Chappetto said. “It meant a lot to us even though it may seem simple.”

“He could talk about anything, curriculum, movies, sports, anything,” Witt said. “I relied on him to help me with technology. He would dumb it down for me. Before I bought anything tech-related I would ask Matt about it first. He will be missed by the school, but especially by

his friends.”

In the days after Gavin’s death, teacher Rahaf Othman instinctively reached for the phone to contact her friend.

“I grabbed the phone to text him, but within a second I remembered,” said Othman. “Then I thought of his smile and his laugh, and how he would always make the rest of us laugh. Matt left a legacy never to be forgotten.”

Chappetto also will need time to adjust to life without his friend.

“My classroom is right across the hallway from Matt’s. Over the years we developed a friendship that for me was very unique. I am going to miss him every day and especially when I look over to room 214,” said Chappetto.

Astros athletes earn CLampus eaders All-Academic honors

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Oak Lawn Austin Lenz, accounting; SarEvergreen Park Dist. 124 rium manager Patricia Haynes. tory, will be run by 99th Street ah Van DeKerchove, construc School District 124 provides A staff of theatre, dance and Theatre Company Director Pa- tion engineering and management; free vision, hearing, speech, music professionals will work tricia Haynes. A staff of theatre, Ryan Haberkorn, electrical and language, basic concepts knowl- with the students throughout dance and music professionals computer engineering; Cody will work with the students Haberkorn, electrical and comedge, and fine and gross motor the weeks. puter engineering; Andrew Rob

For detailed camp descriptions, throughout the weeks. skills screenings for children 3 to 5 years old who are not dates, times and appropriate age Sports camps reflect the inter- erts, electrical and computer enyet in kindergarten. Children groups visit mothermcauley.org scholastic sports that McAuley gineering; Brendan McCarron, eligible can qualify for special and look for the Summer Camp offers its students during the finance; Robert Rakow, finance; year: basketball, bowling, dance, Margaret Jordan, middle/secondprograms. For more information Information link. *** diving, golf, lacrosse, running, ary education; Michelle Nudo, call Jean Hector at 423-0951,

Mother McAuley Liberal Arts soccer, softball, swimming, ten- nursing; and Kyle Kalchbrenner, Ext. 2140.

High School offers summer nis, volleyball, and water polo. physician assistant studies. camps.

All fine arts camps, which conMother McAuley Grammar school and current sist of guitar, fiddle, art, and the Evergreen Park Mother McAuley High School McAuley students have a wide theatre Kids Kamp, are open to Emily Lajeunesse, elementary/ will hold summer camps for middle education; Tara McQuilrange of camps to choose from, both girls and boys. grammar school and McAuley including 13 sport camps, two For detailed camp descriptions, lan, finance; Joseph Donahue, students. Camps include includmusic camps, an art camp, and dates, times and appropriate age history; and Grace Flaherty, ing 13 for sports, two for music, the Theatre Kids Kamp. groups, visit mothermcauley.org information technology. one art camp and the Theatre and look for the Summer Camp “Kids Kamp.”

McAuley summer camps offer Hickory Hills Information link.

Athletic camps are taught by athletes, artists, actresses and Christian Villanueva, nursMcAuley coaches. Sports include musicians from kindergarten No. Palos Dist. 117 ing. basketball, bowling, dance, div- through high school age the North Palos School District *** ing, golf, lacrosse, running, soc- opportunity to develop skills by 117 is offering online programs Chelsea Volk of Oak Lawn was cer, softball, swimming, tennis, learning from and interacting to parents for registering stu- named to Concordia University volleyball and water polo. with staff. dents for the 2013-14 school Nebraska’s honors list for the Music camps for guitar and Athletics camps are taught by year. The district will move to second semester of the 2012-13 fiddle are taught by McAuley McAuley coaches, an online registration process school year. orchestra director Hannah Law- The music camps, Guitar and and fee payment system that *** son. Kathy Gordon Davis, fine Fiddle, are taught by Orchestra will replace the mail-in registra- Robert Dee of Oak Lawn has arts department chairperson will Director Hannah Lawson. tion option that was used in the been awarded the Outstanding head the two-week Art Camp. Kathy Gordon Davis will past. Mail-in registration will no Major in FiKids Kamp, a three-week camp head the two-week Art Camp, longer be accepted. For more nance Award with more than a 25-year history, while Kids Kamp, a three-week information call Dianne Hasler at North Cenwill be run by McAuley audito- camp with over a 25 year his- at 233-5758. tral College in Naperville. Dee, a senior, has a triple major in finance, economics and accounting. He is a graduate of Oak Lawn Community High School. *** The following area residents made the dean’s list for the spring 2013 semester at Western Illinois University in Macomb.

Emily McCormick of Evergreen Park; Christina Makropoulos, Kristen Regalado and Azaria Williams, all of Hickory Hills; Shannon Collins, Kyle Corbett and Colleen Krasich, all of Oak Lawn; and Megan Kelly of Worth. *** Oak Lawn Community High Submitted Photo School student Maynard Madriaga earned first place in Editorial Cartooning Oak Lawn High School student leaders Bayan Ouri (from left), Isabella Ibarra, Kamila Zaremba, and fourth place Jordan Hepburn, Emily Salomone, David Oliver and Isaar Hindi recently participated in the South in Advertising at Suburban Conference Leadership Seminar. The event’s objective was to connect and empower local the IHSA Secstudent leaders. The keynote speaker was Fred Chaney, founder of Purpose4Living, an organization tional Journalcommitted to inspiring people to break through mediocrity in their lives by discovering their purposes ism tournament and fueling their passions. held April 20.

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Fifty student-athletes from Shepard High School in Palos Heights have qualified for the South Suburban Conference AllAcademic Team.

Students must attain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale to qualify.

Astros on the All-SSC academic team include Michael Albrecht, Kristie Bagus, Dania Ballout, Tristan Busch, Jodilyn Butkovich, Matthew Cabel, Natalie Carberry, Robert Doherty, James Donohue, Thomas Eyer, John Garetto, Franchesca Graffeo, Ileen Gruchot, Heidi Haack, Deanna Hamdan, Abel Hernandez, Cesar Hernandez, Trenton Hettlinger, Jamal Jackson, Kyle Jasik, Robert Jatho, Kyle Joy, Stephanie Korbakes, Stephanie Knafl, Maris

Libera, Jordan Loman, Lauren Loomis, Erin Lyons, Grace Michalik, Samantha Newhall, Elizabeth Pacenti, Mitch Pearl, Faith Petkus, Luz Rodriguez, Adam Samad, Deanna Santamaria, Nicholas Schwartzkopf, Matthew Scott, John Staehlin, Quinton Starzyk, Tyler Strejc, Ellie Smykowski, Bria Taylor, Dominque Tanchez, Tiana Thompson, Adam Timmer, Sydney Warren, Dyriana Washington, Joshua White and Erik Ziolkowski.

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The War for Abolition: Pt. I

By Don White Contributing columnist As 1862 came to a close, most armies went into winter quarters. But not in Tennessee or Mississippi. On Dec. 20, Confederate Gen. Van Dorn raided Union Gen. Ulysses S. Grant’s supply base at Holly Springs, Miss. After capturing 1,500 prisoners, Confederate raiders plundered warehouses, cut telegraph lines and tore up railroad track. They burned what supplies they could not carry off. More than $1.5 million worth of supplies were destroyed, along with several buildings.

On Dec. 30 and 31 the Battle of Stone’s River at Murfreeborough, Tenn., was fought.

Union Gen. William Rosecrans and 47,000 troops engaged Confederate Gen. Braxton Bragg’s 37,000 troops in fierce fighting that finally ended on Jan. 2. Rosecrans declared a Union victory as Bragg’s army began to retreat late on Jan. 3.

On Dec. 31 (Some records indicate Dec. 30) off Cape Hatteras, N.C., the USS Monitor sank in heavy seas with the loss of 16 officers and crew. In 2002 the gun turret was raised from the sunken ship. The remains of two crewmen were found and they were buried at Arlington National Cemetery.

On Jan. 1, 1863 one of the most important documents in the history of our country was signed by President Lincoln. The Emancipation Proclamation freed all slaves in those parts of the nation then in rebellion. Lincoln used this as a war measure and it would not be until January 1865 that the 13th amendment to the Constitution was passed by the House. This amendment abolished slavery everywhere and for all time.

Although it was not required, the amendment was submitted to Lincoln for his signature. It was not until December 1865 that the amendment was ratified by 27 states.

Lincoln’s Proclamation did nothing to stop the fighting, but did produce some immediate and significant benefits. From this point on, no European nation considered intervening on the side of the Confederacy.

The slaves of the south did not rebel – but just began leaving the plantations and finding their way into Union lines. More than 200,000 of them enlisted and fought for the Union.

The year 1863 would see some of the most significant battles of the war, some of which could

have put a stop to the carnage.

This year will be the 150th anniversary of battles fought at Chancellorsville, Va.; Brandy Station, Va.; Gettysburg, Pa.; the siege of Vicksburg, Miss., and on July 4 the surrender of the city.

Some other important engagements and events that will be covered were the surrender of Port Hudson, La.; the New York Draft Riots, the Battle of Chickamauga, Tenn.; and the Battle of Bristoe Station, Va. Lincoln made his “few appropriate remarks” at Gettysburg and the Battle of Chattanooga.

The War for Abolition took its toll on American lives, North and South. On the battlefield and on the home front, death and suffering spared no one.

The President and Mrs. Lincoln, Secretary of War and Mrs. Stanton, Gen. William Sherman and Mrs. Sherman, and Confederate President Jefferson Davis and his wife all lost young sons during the war. None of them were old enough to serve in the military. Grief touched the hearts, minds and souls of Americans every day.

After the fiasco at Fredericksburg in December, Union Gen. George Burnside wrote the President for approval of his plan to re-cross the river and go after Gen. Robert E. Lee’s Army.

He also said, in part, “In order to relieve you from all embarrassment in my case, I enclose, with this, my resignation of my commission as major-general of volunteers, …” Lincoln gave his okay and the operation began on Jan. 19.

After continuous rain for two days the mission was cancelled on Jan. 23, and soon became known as Burnside’s “Mud March.” This sealed the fate of Burnside and he was replaced

by Gen. Joseph “Fighting Joe” Hooker on Jan. 25.

On Jan. 1, Confederate troops led by Gen. Magruder recaptured Galveston, Texas. In a late night raid on March 3, Partisan Ranger John Mosby and his troopers captured Union Gen. Edwin Stoughton at Fairfax Court House, Va. In Richmond, Va., in early April, women, children and a few men took to the streets in what became known at the “Bread Riot.” Not until President Davis arrived on the scene and threatened to have a military company fire on them did they disperse. Some were caught, tried and sentenced for their part in the riot.

Next Week: Part II Don White is a resident of Palos Hills.

Letters to the Editor Doin’ it to feed the needy Dear Editor: On Monday, April 1 at the village of Evergreen Park Board meeting, Jim Feltz, director of the Youth Commission, presented a check in the amount of $420 to Jolene Churak, director of Citizen Services, to be used to help the needy of the village during these trying times. This money was collected as donations from family and friends of those who attended the nine weeks of “Boys Jr. High

Basketball League.”

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In Other Words

Scandal season at the White House

By Donald Kaul It’s not an easy task, defending President Barack Obama from his enemies.

The “scandals” keep popping up like dandelions — all of them explainable, after a fashion. Taken together, the explanations begin to sound like “the dog ate my homework.” For example: No one would deny that the attack on our diplomatic mission in Benghazi, Libya, that took the lives of four Americans, including our ambassador, was a serious matter.

And no one would claim that the administration’s actions either before or after the attack were above reproach. The affair was handled clumsily at best and incompetently at worst.

But an impeachable offense? A Watergate level cover-up? Only in the fevered dreams of the House’s rightwing loons like Rep. Michele Bachmann of Minnesota and Rep. Steve King of Iowa.

Diplomatic security in war zones is always a delicate balancing act. You want to keep the diplomats safe from attack but you don’t want to

seal them off from the country, making it impossible for them to do their jobs.

And then there’s the question of budget. Security doesn’t come cheap and the ruling Republican minority has effectively slashed the State Department budget with the sequester nonsense.

Being a war-zone diplomat these days is a risky business. We took that risk in Benghazi and we lost. That’s worth an honest hearing, but not a witch-hunt.

Actually, the real reason the Republicans are making so much of the “cover-up” is that they see it as a chance to discredit Hillary Clinton, the Secretary of State during the Benghazi incident.

That will come in handy in case she decides to run for president.

The IRS scandal is another matter altogether. No one got killed.

What happened was that IRS employees charged with checking on the applications for the non-profit status of groups claiming to be primarily “social welfare” organizations seemed to be singling out conservatives for special scrutiny.

Personally, I think the real scandal there is that Karl Rove managed to co-mingle funds from his Super PAC with his “social welfare” group so that his big money political donors were shielded from having to identify themselves. If Karl Rove is running a social welfare outfit, I’m the Queen of Romania.

But that’s not what people are upset about. They’re upset about the use of the supposedly impartial IRS as a weapon in the political wars. OK, but it seems to have been a screw-up rather than a malevolent scheme.

Tell that to the tea party people. They hope to use this dust-up to frighten people into rejecting the Affordable Care Act. Don’t try and figure out the logic of that.

There is none.

The third scandal — that of subpoenaing reporters’ phone records — disturbs me the most. But then it would. I used to be a reporter myself.

All presidents get paranoid about leaks. All of them try to do something about them, often with disastrous results.

The Watergate affair, for

example, owed its genesis to President Richard Nixon’s efforts to plug leaks.

Sending the Justice Department after people who buy ink by the barrel, however, is almost always a loser’s game. Obama will rue the day. He can argue he had no prior knowledge of it but I don’t believe him.

Again, put together, these things don’t constitute a bill of impeachment but they do have a Nixonian smell about them. They aren’t what we expect of a liberal paladin.

And yet, I’m not ready to abandon ship. We live in a two-party system. You don’t get to choose the leader who perfectly matches your politics. You get to pick one of two people.

So, would we have been better off right now with Mitt Romney, the smug rich guy who turned himself inside out to grovel before his party’s extreme right wing?

Or are we better off with Obama, a somewhat disappointing but far superior alternative?

OtherWords columnist Donald Kaul lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan. OtherWords.org

Inside the First Amendment

Journalists need freedom to gather news

By Gene Policinski In the months ahead, that basic concept — so central to the First Amendment’s protection of a free press — will also be at the heart of the ongoing debate over how far government officials may go in pursuit of those responsible for “leaking” classified information to journalists.

The debate kicked off new fervor with disclosure of a wide search conducted by the Department of Justice in which it seized phone records of The Associated Press that spanned two months, multiple offices and even some personal lines.

The bushel-basket, clandestine nature of the seizure meant AP was not given the opportunity to argue for even a more-focused search on a specific leak — leaving the work of up to 100 journalists on multiple stories exposed to government scrutiny.

Then there was the outright label of criminal conduct, as a “co-conspirator and/or aider and abettor,” attached by an FBI agent to James Rosen, chief Washington correspondent for Fox News. Justice Department officials apparently believe Rosen solicited confidential information from a U.S. State Department source about a 2009 pending North Korean missile launch.

In seeking a search warrant in 2010 to secretly examine Rosen’s e-mails, the agent said the journalist’s tactics included “employing flattery” and playing to the source’s “vanity and ego.” The source later was indicted, and reportedly the FBI riffled through Rosen’s e-mails for at least 30 days, along with phone data and computer records of Rosen’s trips in and out of the U.S. State Department buildings.

Mass collection of journalists’ phone call information.

Threats of “criminal liability” aimed at reporters who get information from confidential sources in the government.

The idea that “flattery” equals espionage.

Combined with an unprecedented six prosecutions for alleged leaks — double the number under all previous administrations combined — it all adds up to a not-sosubtle message: “Don’t ask, don’t tell.”

But asking official sources to tell what they know, on or off-the-record, is essential to the role of a free press as an independent source of information about the government’s inner workings.

Conscientious whistleblowers in recent years have alerted fellow citizens to morally questionable interrogation tactics and poten-

tially illegal wiretapping of phone conversations, and spurred publicly outcry over issues such as the Pentagon’s failure to provide in a timely manner and in sufficient numbers, supplies of available, mine-resistant vehicles to U.S. troops in the Middle East.

The basic question of how a free press must function will again complicate a renewed push in Congress for a so-called shield law — the “Free Flow of Information Act.” In setting out when a journalist may choose not to tell the name of a confidential source, and perhaps when the government may not ask, the methods of newsgathering will be front and center.

Any such law also will have to address First Amendment concerns over becoming a back-door form of official “licensing” of who is entitled to the full rights of a free press.

The Associated Press’ CEO Gary Pruitt, in his letter to the Department of Justice objecting to the records seizure, said that if the practice went unchallenged, the long-term result would be “the people of the United States will only know what the government wants them to know … That’s not what the framers of the Constitu-

tion had in mind when they wrote the First Amendment.”

As some draw a connection between the AP and Rosen flaps to the Nixon anti-press era, it’s also instructive as this national debate continues to consider the words in 1971 of U.S. District Judge Murray Gurfein.

In his first days as a federal judge in the Southern District of York, Gurfein rejected the initial government attempt to stop The New York Times from publishing the “Pentagon Papers.” In his ruling, he said: “The security of the Nation is not at the ramparts alone. Security also lies in the value of our free institutions. A cantankerous press, an obstinate press, an ubiquitous press, must be suffered by those in authority in order to preserve the even greater values of freedom of expression and the right of the people to know. These are troubled times. There is no greater safety valve for discontent and cynicism about the affairs of government than freedom of expression in any form.”

True then. True now.

Gene Policinski is senior vice president and executive director of the First Amendment Center.

Email him at gpolicinski@fac. org

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What does Dow 15,000 mean to you?

This month, the Dow Jones Industrial Average hit a milestone, when, for the first time, it closed above 15,000. Of course, 15,000 is a nice, round number, and it sounds pretty big — but what does it mean to you, as an individual investor? Is it cause for celebration — or is it more of a “caution” flag?

There’s no one simple answer to these questions. Since March 2009 — the low point of the market following the 2008 financial crisis — the “Dow” has risen about 130 percent. And while the Dow is just one index, it’s nonetheless an important measure of the market’s performance — which means that you were likely glad to see the 15,000 mark eclipsed and you’d be happy if the numbers just kept rising.

However, as you’re no doubt aware, the market does not move in just one direction.

Typically, declines of 10% or more — or “corrections” — occur about once a year. Unfortunately, they’re not predictable.

Sooner or later, the markets will indeed change course, at least

for the short term. When this happens, don’t panic — corrections are a normal part of the market cycle. Still, you might feel like you should do something to cope with the downturn. But what?

Here are a few suggestions: • Keep investing — Too many people, when faced with a market drop, decide to “cut their losses” and take a “time out” from investing. But that can be a costly mistake — had these investors bailed out of the market in 2009, and only recently returned, they would have missed a substantial part of that 130 percent run-up in

the Dow. And when you invest in a down market, your dollars may actually go farther if the market rebounds, because you would have bought more shares at the lower prices.

• Review your portfolio — It’s usually a good idea to review your portfolio at least once a year, and it may be especially important during those times when the market changes directions. Over time, a portfolio can become unbalanced — for example, following a long period of rising prices, some of your growth-oriented investments may have gained so much value that they now take up a larger percentage of your holdings than you had intended, possibly subjecting you to a greater level of risk than you desire.

If this happens, you may need to scale back on these investments and reallocate the money elsewhere.

• Diversify — Always look for ways to spread your dollars among a range of vehicles — stocks, bonds, government securities, certificates of deposit (CDs) and other investments.

Even within these classes, look for ways to diversify further, such as owning different types of stocks, bonds of varying maturities, and so on. Diversification can’t guarantee a profit or protect against a loss, but it can help reduce the impact of volatility that can occur in a downturn.

The Dow at 15,000 is certainly no minor event. And since stocks don’t appear too expensive compared to their earnings, don’t be surprised if higher milestones follow. But record highs can be quickly forgotten when the market falls. By being prepared for that day, too, you can help yourself continue to work toward your goals — even when the major market indices have, for the moment, taken a wrong turn.

Scott Johnson, CFP, is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, 974-1965. Edward Jones does not provide legal advice. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones financial advisor.

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Judge night A dinner was held May 8 at the Ridge Country Club in Chicago to honor Cook County Presiding Judge Raymond L. Jagielski (center), the recipient of the 2013 Jurist of the Year Award. Chicago Alderman Edward M. Burke (14th Ward), the chairman of the Chicago City Council’s finance committee, was one of the speakers who congratulated Jagielski.

Seen here with Jagielski are Illinois Appellate Court Judge David Sterba and attorney Michael Barrett, past president of the Southwest and South Suburban Bar Association.

Orland man to get in ring at Fight Night in P. Hills

By Laura Bollin When an Orland Park man wanted to improve his health, he turned to boxing.

This Saturday night, Bill Hackett will step into the ring as one of 20 competitors at “Fight Night,” an amateur boxing competition to be held at Zante’s Lounge, 10307 Roberts Road in Palos Hills.

“When I turned 45, my cholesterol got close to 200,” Hackett said. “My doctor put me on Crestor, and I didn’t see a noticeable difference. I read an article about the merits of kickboxing, and I joined LA Boxing in Tinley Park.

It changed my life.”

Hackett, 52, lost weight, kicked his cholesterol medication and brought his cholesterol down to a healthy level.

“All it took was a couple of ferocious workouts during the week, and conditioning twice a week,” Hackett said.

Hackett met “Fight Night” organizer John Gigliotti at the gym, and the promoter known as “Gigs” asked Hackett if he had ever been in a competitive fight.

“I said, ‘Me? I’m an old man, I can’t fight!’” Hackett recalled.

“But he set me up with another fighter, and we had one fight, and now we’re going to go at it for a second time this Saturday. In the first fight, he was taller than me and I didn’t adjust. I’m going to get him in this fight.”

Hackett said friends and family will be cheering him on from outside the ring.

“Boxing is an incredible feeling of accomplishment,” Hackett said.

“I saw my primary care physician before I fought the first time, and he said I had the insides of a 30year-old. He could not believe how

good my cholesterol was. He was amazed. It was a total change for me.”

Along with Hackett, 19 other fighters ranging in age from 13 to more than 50 will enter the ring Saturday night. Four women will participate in the event.

Gigliotti said he started promoting boxing shows three years ago.

He started boxing when he was a kid, he said.

“My father brought me to the gym one time, and I did really well, and I stuck with it,” Gigliotti said.

“I brought my sons to the gym, and they were really good. My sons got into boxing because I was involved in it.”

Gilgliotti wanted to start shows to “keep amateur boxing alive on the South Side.” He teamed up with his cousin, Sam Colonna, a boxing trainer, to create the event.

Colonna works as a “matchmaker,” matching up different fighters to compete.

Colonna was an amateur boxer as a teen, but had to stop boxing in 1984 after he was shot and robbed near his home in Chicago. Once he could no longer compete, Colonna opened Sam Colonna Boxing, a training facility in Chicago. Colonna has served as the head boxing coach for the Chicago Boxing Club, and his boxers have competed in the Golden Gloves boxing competition.

“It’s a competitive sport, and people really get into it,” Colonna said.

“We will have juniors, experienced fighters, and female bouts.”

One of the fighters, Johnny Lewus Jr. 15, won the Junior Olympics for boxing in Illinois and went on to compete at the regional show in Ohio, where he took second place. He’s returning this weekend to participate in Gigliotti’s show.

Lewus’ father was a professional

boxer that won the Golden Gloves three times.

“I always wanted to fight when I was a younger,” Lewus said. “I saw my dad fight for the three titles, and I wanted to be just like him.”

Lewus has a grueling training routine. He’s in the gym every day but Sunday, where he boxes, shadow boxes, hits a punching bag, jumps rope and runs.

“Boxing isn’t a team sport, and that’s why I like it,” Lewus said.

“In football or baseball, something can happen on the team that is their fault. In boxing, anything that happens, it’s just me, so it’s my fault. I like to take the initiative.”

Gigliotti said “Fight Night” will be a fun night all for all attendees.

“It’s so different,” Gigliotti said.

“You’re not going to be able to go anywhere and see high level amateur boxing. You could watch it on television, but it is so different watching it live.”

Gigliotti hopes to hold “Fight Nights” every few months at Zante’s and the Riveria Country Club and Sports Center, 8801 W. 143rd St. in Orland Park. He also hopes to hold boxing fundraisers for area residents with cancer or other troubles.

“I’ll put on a show for them, and give 25 percent of every ticket back to them,” Gigliotti said. “That’s more than they’ll make selling one raffle ticket to someone, and I want to give back.”

Doors to Fight Night at Zante’s open at 6 p.m., and general admission tickets are $20 each. Ringside VIP seats are $35. Attendees can also enter a raffle to win an all-expenses paid trip to Las Vegas to see a Ultimate Fighting Championship competition.

By Bryan Devonshire

aging my opponents’ entire stacks.

It would put both the initial raiser and the re-raiser to a decision for all of their chips. Granted, they could just call, but nearly every player knows that it’s fundamentally unsound to call a significant portion of your stack preflop without the intention of putting the rest of it in after the flop. When faced with such a decision, most good players either fold or reraise all in.

I had two cards. What they were didn’t matter. My hand could fall into either of two categories: one that would fold to an opponent’s shove, or one that would call a shove. If 7-7 fell into the fold category, then it had no more preflop strength in this situation than 7-2 offsuit.

There was 5,300 in the pot. I believed there was a good chance that the initial raiser was full of it. I believed that the small blind knew this and might therefore be full of it as well. Thus, if I believed that these two clowns would fold to my reraise more than half the time, I could reraise profitably with any two cards.

In this case, I did believe that they would fold often enough. I had enough chips in my stack to cover the reraiser and was just shy of the initial raiser. A cold four-bet is awfully strong, and with the bubble looming so close, it would be silly for these two guys to punt their healthy stacks. Knowing all this, I made it 5,888, risking 5,288 to win 5,300. More important, I was

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Talkin Poker ‘Doyle’s Law’ still applies A long time ago, poker legend Doyle Brunson wrote that the key to no-limit hold ’em is to put a man to a decision for all his chips.

He was right, and Doyle’s Law is fundamental to accumulating chips in tournament poker.

We all know those spots. Your opponent puts chips in the pot, and your decision is to shove or fold.

The key to winning pots without a showdown is to threaten your opponent with decisions for his entire stack. The cheaper you can do this, the better, because if you’re risking less to win the same pot, your bluffs are more profitable, and since you’re leveraging an opponent’s entire stack, your value hands will play for the whole pile regardless.

The tournament was a $55-buyin no-limit event with almost 2,000 entrants. We were down to about 240 players, with the top 198 making the money and first place taking home just over $12,000. Blinds were 300-600 with an ante of 50. I had a stack of about 22,000.

Action folded to the button, an aggressive player with 27,900 to start the hand. He made it 1,200.

The small blind was also an aggressive and aware player. I was in the big blind, thinking to myself, “I’m going to three-bet this guy, because I know he’s light quite often.” The small blind, who had 20,668, reraised to 3,000. My turn, and I had 6h 8d.

Clearly, this was a fold. However, if I re-raised, then I would be lever-

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leveraging the entire pot and both players’ stacks with a little more than 5,000.

The reraiser, however, shoved his stack down my piehole, I folded my hand, and I eventually busted out somewhere around 30th place for peanuts.

(Bryan Devonshire is a professional poker player. Follow him on Twitter: @devopoker.)

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Death Notices Emil A. Beck Emil A. Beck, 67, of Palos Hills, died May 24 at Palos Extended Care in Palos Hills. Visitation will be held from 3 to 9 p.m. today, Thursday, May 30 at Palos Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 Southwest Highway in Palos Hills. A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 31 at Sacred Heart Church, 8245 W. 111th St., Palos Hills. Interment will be at St. Mary Cemetery in Evergreen Park.

Mr. Beck is survived by his son, Allen; his daughter, Elizabeth; his brothers, Tom and John; and one grandchild.

Mr. Beck was born in Chicago.

He worked as a certified public accountant.

James and Robert Sheehy are

When families feel their worst, the Sheehy brothers want to be at their best.

Robert and James Sheehy are third generation funeral home owners in a family-run business — Sheehy and Sons — that is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. They have funeral homes in Orland Park and Burbank.

It’s hard for someone in their business to go all out for a celebration. You just don’t see parties, clowns or bands at a funeral home. But the brothers said they will celebrate in an understated way, through advertising and word of mouth.

Meanwhile they will try to continue to provide quality service as the business enters its second century.

“We’re dealing with families at the worst time in their life when they lose somebody that they care very much about,” Robert said. “For us to be able to take them though this difficult time … the satisfaction is knowing that we did everything we could to make this difficult time as easy as possible for them.’’

James is happy that the Sheehy name is prevalent and far-reaching.

“We went to 66 different

Louis A. Greco Louis A. Greco, 86, of Worth, died May 15 at Ballard Nursing Center in Des Plaines. Visitation was held May 19 at Schmaedeke Funeral Home in Worth. A funeral Mass was held May 20 at Our Lady of the Ridge Church in Chicago Ridge.

Interment was at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Hillside.

Mr. Greco is survived by his wife, Philomena; his sons, Gerardo and James; his daughter, Carol; and six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Mr. Greco was born in Chicago.

He served in the Army during World War II. He worked as a plant manager in the food industry.

Mrs. Hickey is survived by her daughters, Cheryl Banasiak and Melissa Brown; her brothers, Kenneth and Michael; her sister, Bonnie; and two grandchildren.

Mrs. Hickey was born in Chicago. She worked as a retail manager.

Joshua Knafl Joshua Knafl, 22, of Worth, died May 25. Visitation was held May 29 at Hann Funeral Home in Bridgeview. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. today, Thursday, May 30 at the funeral home. Interment will be at Chapel Hill Gardens South Cemetery in Oak Lawn.

Mr. Knafl is survived by his mother, Christine; his father, David; his sister, Stephanie; his grandmother, Laverne; and his grandfather, Larry.

Mr. Knafl graduated from Shepard High School and the John Amico School of Hair Design.

John H. Dickman Sr. John H. Dickman Sr. 87, of Evergreen Park, died May 20 at Little Company of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Photo by Jeff Vorva Park. Visitation was held May 23 celebrating their family business’s 100th anniversary this year. at Brady-Grill Funeral Home in Evergreen Park. A funeral Mass David Meneghetti was held May 24 at Most Holy David Meneghetti, Redeemer Church in Evergreen 90, of Burr Ridge, forPark. Interment was at Holy Sepmerly of Palos Hills, died May ulchre Cemetery in Worth.

20 at Emeritus of Burr Ridge.

Mr. Dickman is survived by his A private funeral service was wife, Mary; his sons, John and held.

Bill; his daughters, Gail Cunnane Mr. Meneghetti is survived by and Mary Gallacher; his brother, his son, Mark; his daughter, Lisa Robert; and 12 grandchildren.

Diana Hickey O’Donnell; and three grandchilchurches last year,” James said. keep the tradition alive.

Mr. Dickman was born in Chi- Diana Hickey, 54, née Richards, dren.

“They are within 20 or 30 miles “My father was never heavy- cago. He served in the Army dur- of Aurora, formerly of Palos Hills, Mr. Meneghetti was born of us. People come to us at a handed on that,” Robert said. ing World War II. He worked as died May 24 in Plainfield. Visita- in Chicago. He served in the time of need. It’s very gratify- “When I graduated in 1975 from a carpenter. tion and a funeral service were Navy during World War II. He ing that people think about us Purdue my dad said there was held May 28 at Palos-Gaidas worked as a nuclear physicist at during the worst time of their an opportunity to work here Norm E. Ehmen Funeral Home. Interment was Argonne National Laboratory lives. They say ‘we gotta call and that I should try it for a Norm E. Ehmen, 77, of Worth, private. for more than 40 years.

Sheehy — they’ll take care of year. If I liked it, I could stay. us.’ We meet people on the If I didn’t, I could move on to street and they say ‘you buried other things. my father.’”

“I worked the year. I liked So where did this all get the business. I liked everything started? about it. So I continued on.”

To hear Robert tell it, his When James was a junior and grandfather, Roger, was a postsenior at Leo High School, he got man who applied to become a a little taste of the business. mortician and opened a store at “I was a ‘runner’” he said. “I 76th Street and Halsted Avenue would chase death certificates in Chicago in 1913 – before fufrom doctors and going downneral homes existed. town. I got some experience.

“Wakes were generally in peoIn the summer, I did some odd ples’ houses,” Robert Sheehy jobs painting fences and pulling said. “After a while, it became weeds. Then I went to mortuary too morbid for people to have school and got into it.” the casket and remains in the front parlor. From there he James lives in Oak Lawn and started his own funeral home Robert in Orland Park. They in the store in the 1920s.” are not sure whether their off One of Roger’s sons, also spring will get into the business named Robert, was also a post- or not. man and quit to join the family “We’ll let it play out,” Robbusiness and kept things rolling ert said. as the family owned as many James said the biggest boost Submitted Photo as six funeral homes, including they get is from the “name on the one in Orland Park built in our sign.”

1995 at 9000 W. 151st St. “That’s all we really have is Now the younger Robert and that name on our sign,” he said.

James are running the show “We’re here. We’re local. A lot Marist High School teacher and alum Don Richardson (center) is this year’s winner of the Chameven though it was not a fore- of work got us to 100 years and pagnat Award, given each year to a Marist faculty members who demonstrate the example set by St. Marcellin Champagnat. Richardson will celebrating his 25th anniversary at Marist next school year. gone conclusion that they would we hope to continue that.”

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died May 21 at Manor Care East in Palos Heights. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 25 at Schmaedeke Funeral Home, 10701 S. Harlem Avenue in Worth.

Mr. Ehmen is survived by his sons, Butch, Michael and Keith; his daughter, Pam Casarda; and 10 grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren.

Mr. Ehmen was born in Quincy.

He worked as a body and fender repairman at an auto dealership.

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“Don’t Worry” is the theme for the summer Bible study at Pilgrim Faith United Church of Christ in Oak Lawn. Study sessions will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays in June at the church, 9411 S. 51st Ave. Pastor Peggy McClanahan will lead the study, which will explore ways to worry less and be filled with peace.

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Oak Lawn Community Church, at 9000 S. Ridgeland Ave., is seeking sellers for its annual Outdoor Flea Market to be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 22. Up to 39 sellers will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. The price is $15 a space, a second space is $10. For more information call the church office at 599-4025 or stop in the church office on Tuesday through Thursday between 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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This year’s theme for the Hickory Hills Presbyterian Church’s Vacation Bible School is “Colossal Coaster World — Facing Fear, Trusting God.” Sessions will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, June 10 to Friday, June 14 at the church, 8426 W. 95th St. The week will be filled with Bible stories, crafts, music, refreshments and recreation. Program is open to all children age four through sixth grade. For more information call 598-3100.

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Oak Lawn Bible Church will hold its annual free Vacation Bible School July 22 to 26 at the church, 9435 S. 54th Ave. The program will run from 9:30 to noon daily and is open to children in kindergarten through those entering fifth grade. This year’s program is “Colossal Coaster World.” Children need not be members of the church to attend. The program is free.

For more information and to register call 857-9800 or visit oaklawnbible.org.

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20 Conifer with springy wood 21 Help in a bad way 22 Jargon 23 City on the Shatt al-Arab waterway 25 Cheeky pet?

27 Woof ... woof ... woof ...

30 Youngest “Pride and Prejudice” Bennet sister 31 Love, in M‡laga 32 In the center of 36 Bonehead 37 Pong maker 38 Brit’s floor covering 39 Men 40 “Will be,” in a Day song 41 Prefix meaning “hundred” 42 Drip ... drip ... drip ...

44 Mime who created Bip the Clown 48 Fragrant compound 49 Gesundheit evoker

50 Walrus’s weapon 52 Filmmaker’s deg.

54 What you’ll get as a result of 17-, 27- or 42-Across?

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1 “Sure” 2 Roy Orbison song that was a top ten hit for Linda Ronstadt 3 On the surface 4 Expressive rock genre 5 “To Where You Are” singer Josh 6 Spa convenience 7 Send out 8 Sargasso Sea denizen 9 It may be tapped at a concert 10 Brat Pack novelist Bret Easton __ 11 Intended 12 Bart’s mom 13 Mail at the castle

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18 “Ave __” 19 Poor request?

24 “Saturday Night Live” fare 25 “Yippee!”

26 Business opening?

27 Skyscraper, e.g.: Abbr.

28 Cake, in Calais 29 Former Berlin currency, briefly 32 Kayak maker 33 Pie filling that may include beef 34 Meddle 35 “Just __!”

37 Where landlubbers prefer not to be 41 Winery containers 42 Boxer Spinks 43 Admits, with “up” 44 Cartoon Mr. 45 Squirrel’s find 46 Avignon’s river 47 Works on a program 50 Red-bearded god 51 __ Reader 53 Rock of Gibraltar mammals 55 Creator of Watson, a memorable 2011 “Jeopardy!” winner 56 Gunk 57 Ft-__: energy units

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Library Notes Chicago Ridge

The Chicago Ridge Library is at 10400 Oxford Ave. The phone number is 423-7753. *** The library will hold a free quilt and needle craft show from May 30 to June 1 at the library, 10400 Oxford Avenue. The show features the work of the library’s Needlemania Club and Block of the Month quilting group. An artist reception will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 30. The show will be open from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, May 31 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 1.

Community members are invited to attend a reception honoring the fiber artists from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 30.

The show is open Friday, May 31 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a needle crafts gift basket raffle. For more information call 423-7753.

Evergreen Park

The Evergreen Park Public Library is at 9400 S. Troy Ave. The phone number is 422-8522 *** The library will be closed on Sundays until Sept. 8. *** The library is accepting donations beginning June 1 of hardcover books, paperbacks, music CDs, videos and DVDs. Magazines, encyclopedias and textbooks are unacceptable. *** The library is accepting applications for exhibits at its Mini Maker Faire to be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19.

The event will celebrate the do-ityourself mind set by showcasing various projects in a show-and-tell format. Submit projects online beginning June 1 at evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Junior library volunteer applications are due Tuesday, June 4.

Children in sixth through 12th grades can earn community service helping with summer reading program activities. Applications are in the library or online at evergreenparklibrary.org. Each volunteer must attend an orientation session either at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 5 or at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, June 6. *** The June Stampin’ Up Cards class will be held at 6:30 p.m. on June 4. Adults and teens are invited to learn how to use decorative rubber stamps and accessories to make personal greeting cards. Register for each class separately and pay instructor $5 at the class. *** Face Painting 101 for adults and high school students will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 5. Professional artist and face painter Kristen Sonntag will teach the basics of face painting including products and tools, proper hygiene, and design. Registration is required. *** The Garden Club of Evergreen Park will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 6. All meetings are held on the first Thursday of the month. “Hands-on Succulents,” a presentation by master gardener and naturalist Sue Palka, will be featured. Non-members may attend up to two meetings by making a $5 donation for most meetings. For information email Beth Donahue at bnjdonahue@ hotmail.com or visit epgardenclub.org. *** Sports writing Rob Weintraub will hold a presentation and sign copies of his book, “The Victory Season: The End of World War II and the Birth of Baseball’s Golden Age,” at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 8. The book tells the story of baseball and America after World War II. Weintraub researched the game’s Golden Era, unearthing stories such as the little known “World Series” servicemen played in a captured Hitler Youth stadium in the fall of 1945. Copies of the book will be available for $20. *** The library has summer reading programs for children, teenagers and adults. Registration begins June 10. Read through Aug. 2 to win prizes. The reading themes are Groundbreaking Reads for adults, Beneath the Surface for teens, and Have Book-Will Travel for children. Register and attend a kickoff party with the Animal Quest Exotic Animal Show at 11

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a.m. Saturday, June 15. *** Chef Kate Bradley will share tips on growing, harvesting, and preserving herbs at “Adventures with Parsley, Sage and Thyme” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 11.

Recipes and samples will be provided. Registration and a $3 fee are required. *** The library will host a dropin Father’s Day craft event for children in fifth grade and under from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 12. *** The library presents “Lincoln” (2012) at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 13. Coffee is provided.

Patrons must bring their own snacks. *** An Animal Quest exotic animal show for children is fifth grade and under will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 15. Children will be able to see a Burmese python, Flemish rabbit, African tortoise, Argentine red tegu and more. Registration required. *** The library will host Judy Lei of Lei Music School at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 17. Lei will take children in fifth grade and under through a musical tour of China.

Registration required. *** Children in sixth through 12th grades are invited to create their own egg geodes at 3 p.m. on Monday, June 17. Registration required. *** A Beach Wreath adult craft class will be held at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, June 18. As part of the Clever Crafters series. Crafter Kris Morgan will teach how to transform a pool noodle, flip flops, a beach towel, and bright summery blooms into a summer wreath. Registration and a $3 materials fee are required. *** The library booth at the Evergreen Park Farmers Market will be offering samples of strawberry shortcake, strawberry recipes and strawberry themed stories and crafts from 10 to 11 a.m. at the market, 89th Street and Kedzie Avenue.

Green Hills

The Green Hills Public Library is at 8611 W. 103rd St. in Palos Hills. The phone number is 5988446. *** The library is collecting Legos to be used in a Lego club that will begin this summer. Bring donations to the library. *** The library offers the eBook platform 3M Cloud Library, and has a touch-screen Discovery Station where patrons can browse and checkout eBooks. Cloud eBooks can be read on most eReaders, computers, tablets and smart phones. Check out a 3M eReader at the circulation desk.

Visit greenhillslibrary.org to get started. *** The library has an eBook service, Axis 360, through which users can download bestselling eBooks for as many as 21 days directly onto a device using the Blio software application. Titles automatically expire at the end of the lending period and there are no late fees. Place holds on items that are checked out. Service is only available to Green Hills cardholders. To start browsing visit http://ghpl.axis360.baker-taylor. com. For more information call 598-8446. *** The library is collecting firstperson accounts of stories of military service to be donated to the Veteran History Project of the Library of Congress. The library is seeking photos, memoirs, and wartime diaries from World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Persian Gulf, and the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Call 598-8446 for more information. *** Award-winning author Nahid Sewell will discuss her novel, “The Ruby Tear Catcher,” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 11. Books will be available for purchase. *** The library will host a free screening of the 1974 film “The Great Gatsby,” starring Robert Redford and Mia Farrow, at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 13. *** Local history coordinator Kevin Korst will hold a “Cemeteries

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Around Chicagoland” presentation at 7 p.m. Monday, June 17.

Discover the meanings behind grave symbols, find out what famous people are buried nearby, and hear local stories and legends as you take a visual tour of what lies beneath. *** Genealogy expert and reference librarian Kathy O’Leary will hold a class on how to use the ancestry. com database at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 18. *** The library will host a free screening of the 2007 film “Gone Baby Gone” at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 19. *** “The Black Box” by Michael Connelly is the June selection for Day & Night Reads, the library’s bi-monthly book group for adults.

Two discussions of the book will be held at 2 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 26. *** The library will offer trips to the Grant Park Music Festival at Millennium Park in Chicago at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19 to listen to Pink Martini, a classical, jazz, and pop group. Another trip to the music festival will be at 4:30 p.m. July 7 to listen to “A Rodgers and Hammerstein Celebration,” during which the Grant Park Orchestra will perform songs from “Carousel,” “The King and I,” “Oklahoma,” “Showboat,” “The Sound of Music” and “South Pacific.”

Advance registration for both trips will be offered exclusively to those attending the Friends of the Library Annual Dinner Meeting on June 6. After the dinner, if any tickets remain, an in-person registration will be held in the library lobby at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 8. There is a two-ticket limit per person. The cost is $15 per trip. Trips are not wheelchair accessible. *** The library sponsors three adult writers groups that meet yearround. A general interest group meets from 10 a.m. to noon on the second and fourth Saturday of each month. Writers interested in screen-writing meet from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturday of each month.

Budding children’s authors meet from 10 a.m. to noon on the third Thursday each month. Meetings include readings, critiques and writing exercises. New members are welcome anytime. No registration required. *** The library is holding summer reading programs for children and adults. Registration begins Monday, June 3. Children from preschool to eighth grade are invited to participate in “Dig Into Reading,” which will run through August 3. Prizes, weekly crafts and contests will also be part of the program. Residents and children who attend Oak Lawn schools will be allowed to register for special programs with their library card. High school students will be able to participate in a “Beneath the Surface” program For every 300 pages a student reads or listed to, he or she will receive a raffle ticket to apply towards the gift basket of his or he choice. When a student reaches 1,800 pages, he or she will receive a pop culture button. For every 300 pages a student reads after 1,800 pages, students can enter additional raffles. Prizes include autographed books, a comic book fan basket, and more. Adults are able to read at their own pace through the “Dig into Reading” program. For every 300 pages read, adults can apply a raffle ticket to the gift basket of their (Continued on page 10)

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Accessible Nature The Forest Preserve District of Cook County will hold an event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, June 6 at Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, 9800 Willow Springs Rd. in Willow Springs.

Day will include trail walks, pond exploration and hands-on activities. For more information visit fpdcc.com/events.

Focus on Seniors Fairs by Lipinski

U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski (D3, Western Springs) will hold Senior Fairs in June to give seniors the opportunity to get Submitted Photo assistance with a variety of issues from his staff as well as local organizations, agencies and business. Fairs will be from 10 The St. Laurence High School bass fishing team won the overall a.m. to noon Monday, June 3 at bass fishing championship in the Consolidated High School District the VFW Rhine Post 2729, 5858 230 tournament. Santo Munizzi and Zac Marcolini fished for St. S. Archer Ave. in Chicago; and Laurence, with Marcolini catching the Bass of the Day, a 3.43- 10 a.m. to noon Monday, June pound fish.

10 at Oak Lawn High School, Seen here are bass fishing coach Barry Shaw, Marcolini, Munizzi 9400 Southwest Highway in Oak and boat driver John Marcolini.

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Park Clips Evergreen Park

The Evergreen Youth Department has teens and young adults available to help with yard work, cleaning garages and basements, and hauling items to the dumpster. For more information call 229-3377.

Hickory Hills

The Hickory Hills Park District has openings in its preschool classes. Five-day class is $1,540, three-day class (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) is $860, and two-day class (Tuesday and Thursday) is $695.Classes start in September and run through May 2014. Class times are 8:45 to 11:45 a.m. and 12:15 to 3:15 p.m. The office is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for registration. Parents must provide child’s birth certificate and immunization records. For more information call 598-1233 or visit hhparkdistrct.org.

Oak Lawn

The Katie Sullivan Duo will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, June 7 at the Stony Creek Clubhouse, 5850 W. 103rd St. Sullivan has been compared to Patsy Cline and Bonnie Raitt. Cost is $12. Reservations are suggested. Food and beverage up to $6 included. For more information call 398-6284. *** Duplicate bridge will be held at 11:30 a.m. Mondays at the Oak View Center. Cost is $7 per person and includes a light lunch. For more information, call 857-2200. *** The park district will hold open auditions for its “West Side Story” theater production at 7:30 p.m.

Monday, June 3 and Tuesday, June 4 at Oak View Center, 4625 W. 111th St. Callbacks will be held at 7:30 p.m. June 5. Participants must be at least 16 years old and should be prepared to perform a song and dance from the show. For more information call 857-2200. *** The Oak Lawn Park District Theater Program will perform “9 to 5” at 8 p.m. Friday, May 31 and June 7 and Saturday, June 1 and June 8; and 3 p.m. Sunday, June 2 and June 9 at Oak View Center, 4625 W. 111th St. Tickets are $22 for adults and $21 for seniors and children 12 and under.

Tickets can be purchased at Oak

The Double Nickel Plus Chorus meets at the Community Center, 3450 W. 97th St. in Evergreen Park, every Wednesday at 9:30 View Center. a.m. in Room 111. Newcomers Worth are always welcome. For more The Worth Park District will information call 422-8776. host two sessions of Tiny Tot TRules of the Road Ball, from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturdays The Worth Township Seniors from June 8 to June 13, and July will hold a free Rules of the 20 to Aug. 24. Classes are for chilRoad class from 9:30 and 11:30 dren 4 to 6 years old. Children will a.m. June 5, Aug. 7 and Oct. 2. learn the fundamentals of t-ball, Appointment must be made to catching, throwing, running, fieldattend; call the Worth Township ing and hitting. Both sessions take Senior Room at 371-2900, Ext. place at Peaks Park. Cost is $40 28. Worth Township Center is at for residents, $60 for non-residents 11601 Pulaski Road in Alsip. and includes a t-shirt. Registration deadline is Friday, May 31.

Meals on Wheels *** The Evergreen Park Office of Summer camp registration is Citizens’ Services offers a Meals now open. Each week will include on Wheels program for village activities, field trips, visits to the residents 60 years and older who pool and more. Children may sign are unable to prepare their own up for three to five days a week meals. Meals are delivered Monfor one session or all three. Camp day through Friday. For more begins June 10. For more informa- information call 422-8776. tion call 448-7080.

55 and Up

*** A summer kickoff party will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday June 8 at the Terrace Centre, 11500 Beloit Ave. The party will include free food and entertainment, games and an inflatable obstacle course. *** The Worth Park District is hosting a trip to see “West Side Story” at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 12 at the Oriental Theatre in Chicago.

Registration deadline is Saturday, June 1. *** Registration is open for the Worth Park District summer camp.

Activities, field trips and pool visits included. Camp begins June 10.

For more information go to the Terrace Centre, 11500 Beloit Ave., or call 448-7080. *** Little Club offers benefits such as free indoor playground usage.

Fee is $10 resident, $15 non-resident. For more information call the park district. *** The Terrace Centre, 11500 Beloit Ave., has an indoor playground featuring slides, a climbing wall, tree house and more for children who can walk through 4 years old.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Fee is $1 for residents, $2 for non-residents. For more information call 448-7080 or visit worthparkdistrict.org.

Palos Hills residents 55 years and older meet from noon to 2 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at the Palos Hills Community Center, 8455 W. 103rd St. Tickets for events must be purchased one week in advance. Entertainment includes musicians, singers, luncheons, movies, plays and bingo.

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The Worth Senior Pinochle club is seeking new members. Membership is free. Visit the group at the Worth Park District Terrace Centre, 11500 Beloit Ave., every Monday and Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Games begin at noon. Call 448-1181 for information.

Class Reunions The Kelly High School Class of 1963 is planning a 50th reunion for this fall. The planning committee is seeking classmates. For more information or to have your name placed on the distribution list for the formal invitation contact Bernadette (Bernie) Petrauskas at (630) 469-9418 or bernptrsks@ yahoo.com.

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Rx psychotropics should be last resort

Last week I spoke of how alternative physicians stress the importance of considering nutritional deficiencies, thyroid disorders, emotional stress, infections, heavy metal toxicity, brain trauma or hormone imbalance before jumping onto the Prozac, Abilify, Celexa, Wellbutrin, etc., bandwagon. Physicians just don’t have the time to research, so it’s easier to prescribe a psychotropic medication. Today, even children are being prescribed psychotropic medications.

Question: Has your doctor checked for heavy metal poisoning and deficiencies of minerals, vitamin D, B vitamins and Omega 3s? Has your doctor suggested Ltheanine, B1, B12, GABA, Omega 3s, lemon balm, St. John’s wort or one of many other natural remedies? Were you told to avoid sugar and caffeine products?

According to Reuters (Oct. 8, 2008) in speaking of St. John’s wort, Klaus Linde of the Centre for Complementary Medicine in Munich explained, “The herb works in a similar way to some Submitted Photo prescription antidepressants by increasing the brain chemical, serotonin. The Cochrane review analysed 29 studies that together Blake Attig, fourth- grader at Sward School in Oak Lawn, stands included 5,489 men and women by his entry in the visual arts division of Illinois PTA Reflections with symptoms of major deprescontest, based on the theme “The Magic of the Moment.” sion and compared the remedy’s Students from Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 schools effectiveness with placebos and competed at their local school level, and three students were ul- standard treatments. The retimately awarded recognition at the state level. Nancy Kane, a searchers found that St. John’s sixth-grader at Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School, received the Wort extracts were not only effecAward of Excellence for her entry in the dance division and took tive but that fewer people taking first place in state. Nancy’s entry has moved onto the national level for judging.

Attig and Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School sixth-grader John Travnik finished in the top three and received Honorable Mention in visual arts and photography, respectively.

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them dropped out of the trials due to adverse side effects. They also noted that results were more favourable in German-speaking countries where doctors often

Mixing it up for good health

By Dee Woods

prescribe the remedy and cautioned against using the remedy without medical advice because the extracts can affect other drugs’ work.”

Another of the missing links is movement and exercise — both are essential to overall attitude and fitness.

Dr. Joseph Mercola wrote, “I believe the root cause of mild to moderate depression is unrepaired emotional trauma resulting in a type of neuro-emotional short-circuiting. Your body and life are out of balance. This is so important to remember, because as soon as you start to view depression as an ‘illness,’ you think you need to take a drug to fix it. In reality, you first need to do whatever you can to return balance to your life, and one of the key ways to doing this is addressing negative emotions.”

In the elderly, depression can come from a vitamin B-12 defi-

ciency that can affect energy and thinking. Mercola says a B-12 deficiency affects about one in four people. Mercola wrote, “Vitamin D is also important. One study found that people with the lowest levels of vitamin D were 11 times more prone to be depressed than those who had normal levels.” He went further to explain healthy vitamin D levels are essential to pregnant women for the brain health of their offspring.

Mercola brought up an interesting tidbit regarding world-renown psychiatrist Sigmund Freud. He said, “Sigmund Freud played a major role in the creation of the cocaine industry. Freud wrote glowing articles about cocaine as a panacea for all sorts of disease with no evidence of addictive tendencies. What he failed to reveal was a major conflict of interest with two drug company giants, Merck and Park Davis, who both handsomely paid him to endorse their cocaine extracts.” According to Mercola, Freud did the same with amphetamines until they were discovered to be highly toxic and addictive.

“First the drug would be hailed as a medical breakthrough for mental problems, then increasing reports of serious side effects would trickle in,” Mercola wrote.

The point Mercola is making is that these dangerous drugs are first accepted within the medical community and only after death or numerous reports of side ef-

fects are they removed. This has been going on for years.

Mercola further explains, “Abilify, for example, has 75 possible side effects associated with it including low thyroid (hypothyroidism) or high thyroid (hyperthyroidism), gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gallstones and kidney stones, yeast infections, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, etc.” You get the idea.

Yes, there may be some who need these drugs, however, ruling out other deficiencies, hormone or trauma should be the first step.

I once wrote about Dr. Daniel Amen’s research and treatment style and his book, “Change Your Brain-Change Your Life.” He uses a specific type of specific scan of the brain to determine which part of the brain needs the most attention and how to address that part of the brain.

Look for answers before beginning a dangerous lifetime of psychotropic drugs that may not be necessary and may actually prove harmful. Change your diet, do your research and, if there are no other answers, it may be necessary to take a prescription, but check out the other possibilities first. Take charge of your own health in as much as possible.

Dee Woods is available to give presentations about alternative health treatments and healthy living. She can be reached at deewoods@comcast.net.

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Smith Village and Crossing looking for volunteers to drive seniors Orientations on Saturdays, June 15 and 29

After retiring from a 45-year career as a nurse at Little Company of Mary Hospital, Gerry Gainer enjoys keeping busy and helping others.

For the last two years, the Beverly resident has served as a volunteer driver for Smith Village residents needing transportation to medical appointments.

She and several other volunteers provide this service to continuing care retirement community (CCRC) residents of Smith Village at 2320 W. 113th Place in Chicago, and other volunteer drivers provide the same service at Smith Crossing, 10501 Emilie Lane in Orland Park.

“We truly appreciate Gerry’s generosity as well as the commitment of people like her,” says Kevin McGee, president and CEO of Smith Senior Living, the notfor-profit that sponsors Smith Village and Smith Crossing. “Many of our residents still drive but we appreciate the flexibility and personal attention these volunteers provide for those who opt to leave the driving to someone else.”

Gainer has become acquainted with several Smith Village residents while driving them to appointments in a Chevrolet sedan that is owned and insured

by Smith Senior Living. Both campuses provide the vehicle for volunteers.

All volunteers complete an orientation and vetting process that requires a background check, drug test and driving a brief distance with a police officer or designated decision-maker. Volunteers also must carry a mobile phone, either one supplied by Smith Senior Living or their own, in case of an emergency.

“This is just a lovely experience,” Gainer says. “People are so

appreciative; I always get more out of it than I give. The residents are so nice, and it only takes an hour or two a few times a month.”

On a balmy Friday morning at Smith Village, Gainer prepared to drive resident Ghislaine “Gi Gi” Skrzekut to a doctor’s appointment about four miles away.

Skrzekut, who retired from a 40year career with a downtown insurance company, moved to Smith five years ago from Oak Lawn.

Before getting into the car, Skrzekut says, “During my first few years living at Smith Village, I drove myself. When I heard there were volunteers who did this, I thought, ‘Great!’ I love it. And I get to meet lovely new people like Gerry.”

For hospital visits, the two CCRCs provide transportation.

Several area doctors also hold regular hours on each campus to see residents who are their patients but for visits to doctors’ offices or medical labs residents must rely on themselves, family members, friends or volunteers. “If I want a ride, I just call our receptionist a couple of days ahead of time and ask,” says Skrzekut.

For volunteers, there’s flexibility and regularly organized drive times so residents can easily schedule their medical appointments. “We get a lot of advance notice before deciding to take any driving assignment,” says Gainer, who reserves Thursdays for her tennis matches.

Smith Village and Smith Crossing are looking for additional volunteer drivers and the next orientations are at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 15, at Smith Crossing and 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 29, at Smith Village for both for summer and year-round volunteers.

To find out more about volunteer opportunities at either community, contact Shelly Genis, the corporate volunteer coordinator.

She can be reached at Smith Village by calling (773) 474-7300 and at Smith Crossing by calling 3262600, or you can email her at sgenis@smithseniorliving.org.

Wine and carrots are cancer killers In case you haven’t heard, red wine is good for you.

So are carrots. But what do these two medicinal foods have in common? They may both prevent cancer.

A miracle compound known as quercetin is the key to wine’s anticancer power. This chemical forms as a byproduct of wine mixing with intestinal bacteria. Quercetin is also found naturally in onions, garlic, broccoli and squash, according to researchers at the University of California-Berkely; however, because wine is absorbed by the body much more quickly the chemical reaction is more immediate. In animal studies, rats that received quercetin in their diets were 25 percent o 35 percent less likely to develop cancer than were the rats in a control group that received a normal diet.

If animal studies don’t convince you, and that is reasonable, try this: In parts of China where people eat a lot of vegetables such as garlic and onions, villagers have one-quarter as many cases of cancer as people in the rest of the country.

Quercetin may help guard against cancer by protecting cells from being damaged. Similar cell-saving benefits are found in beta carotene and vitamins A and C. Dr. Terrence Leighton, director of quercetin research at the University of California, believes the chemical may also play a dramatic role in blocking cancer growth from a single diseased cell into a tumor. If quercetin could be harnessed to attack cancer in the early stages it would save many lives.

Experts in natural medicine have long believed wine holds immense therapeutic power, and it has been listed as a remedy for many ailments. For example, because it stimulates the appetite by promoting the release of gastric juices it can help people suffering from chronic illnesses or emotional disturbances. The iron content of Port and full-bodied red and white table wines have been known to help prevent and even cure anemia.

Now, onto carrots, which are a great source of beta carotene, a close relative of vitamin A that

The Wine Guy with Anthony Scarano is also found in broccoli, spinach, apricots, plums and peaches. A growing body of evidence suggests beta carotene can help prevent certain types of cancer, especially that of the lung, prostate and cervix. Most doctors recommend mega doses of this healthful compound, but even small amounts can clean up cancer-causing free radicals, which attack and damage cell walls. Large doses of beta carotene have been shown to cure cancer symptoms in the mouth before the disease had the chance to develop, and research shows that when beta carotene levels

drop, cells in the prostate and cervix tend to develop abnormally and can turn cancerous.

Unfortunately most people do not enough fruits and vegetables, or drink enough win for that matter, and may be endangering their lives by failing to do so. The cancer rate in our country is very high, and that can be attributed to a variety of factors including smoking and environmental toxins; however, there are parts if the world in which people have similar cancer risks but don’t develop cancer as frequently as people here. It may be because something or some things in their diets are helping to keep them healthy.

Anthony Scarano is not a doctor.

He is an 88-year-old Evergreen Park resident, winemaker and certified naturopath. Suggestions in this space are solely the opinions of Mr. Scarano based on years of independent study and personal experience, and may not be beneficial to health. Wine should be consumed in moderation, as overindulgence may be harmful to health.

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choice. For every 600, they will receive two tickets, and so on.

When 1,800 pages are read, adults will receive a $5 gift card to Starbucks or the library’s BookWorm Café. Prize basket drawings will be held Tuesday, Aug. 6. *** The library would like to add photos of patrons reading or listening to library books to the library’s Pinterest page, pinter est.com/OakLawnPL. Send photos to jchurchill@olpl.org. *** Artist Kevin Luthardt is painting a mural in the Youth Services Department. Luthardt, the author and/or illustrator of eight picture books for children, has created more than 50 large-scale murals in schools, libraries and many other venues. The “Imagination” themed mural will be complete by the end of May. Patrons are encouraged to visit the library to watch the transformation take place on the wall closest to the Raymond Avenue entrance. *** Donate your “gently used” books, magazines, CDs and videos to the Friends of the Oak Lawn Library ongoing book sale. The Friends will not accept Readers Digest Condensed Books, encyclopedias and older text books. The donation drop-off area is near the library’s Cook Avenue entrance.

Interested parties may fill out a short form at the Reception Booth to receive a tax letter by mail that acknowledges their donation.

The Friends Ongoing Book Sale provides an ever-changing variety of books, magazines and other forms of media at bargain prices.

Hardcover books cost 50 cents each, paperbacks are 25 cents and magazines cost five cents each.

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

Submitted photo *** Smith Village resident Ghislaine “Gi Gi” Skrzekut gets a ride to her doctor’s appointment from volunteer driver Gerry Gainer, a The library now offers movie check-out for free. Check-out retired nurse and long-time Beverly resident.

periods are seven days with no renewals. Oak Lawn residents may check out up to 10 films at a time. *** The library offers “Temporary Online Patron Registration.” Fill out a registration form at oak lawnlibrary.org/librarycards2. shtml, and visit the Circulation Desk within 14 days to receive a permanent card. Proof of residency in Oak Lawn is required. *** The library has the newest and most popular titles and resources in its collection of eBooks, BluRay and DVDs (movies and TV series), CDs for a range of music interests, and hard copy books.

The library also has a language learning program and databases.

During September, new library card-holders will add a leaf to the tree in the Cook Avenue foyer and be eligible to enter a drawing for a book of their

choice (one child prize and one adult/young adult prize up to $35 value each). Cards are available to Oak Lawn residents at the Circulation Desk. Bring an ID and proof of address. *** Books, tapes and CDs not found at the library can be requested online from another library. For more information call the Interlibrary Loan department or stop by the Help Desk on the first floor. *** “Images of America: Oak Lawn” by Oak Lawn Library local history coordinator Kevin Korst contains more than 200 photographs with captions and chapter introductions, and highlights the many aspects of Oak Lawn’s history including RoundUp Days and the 1967 Tornado.

The book is available for purchase at the library’s Reception Booth for $21.99 (cash or check). Book

sales benefit the Oak Lawn Community Library Foundation. A corresponding photo exhibit is on display and features more than 100 historic Oak Lawn images and dozens of artifacts. The display is in the Local History Room on the library’s second floor. For more information contact Korst at 422-4990.

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Explore and learn at Lake Katherine’s nature day camps Submitted by Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens Summer is just around the corner and kids are already getting excited about sleeping in late and not having to go to school. However, the summer doesn’t have to be a time for kids to stop learning. Nature day camps at Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens are the perfect way to combine summer fun with

learning.

Tucked away in the suburban area of Palos Heights, Lake Katherine Nature Center is a natural gem that offers wooded trails, prairie, wetlands, and a lake to explore. Summer camp at Lake Katherine gives kids ages 7-15 years old the opportunity to see and learn about all of these different areas within the same week.

Lake Katherine’s summer camp program involves much more than just playing outside.

Kids develop independence and leadership skills, while also learning about their natural surroundings and connecting with the environment. It’s the experience of actually being in nature under the guidance of an environmental educator that leads students to think harder and make new connections.

Marian Sinkus has been the environmental educator at Lake Katherine for over 12 years.

She explains, “I can teach the kids about water over and over

again, but it’s not until they are standing in the waterfall with the cool water rushing around their boots that they have a true understanding of the properties of water.”

Sinkus strives to make the summer camp program better and better each season, so that kids will want to keep coming back. Her methods seem to be working because numerous students have returned to Lake Katherine for several years in a row. In fact, a core group of stu-

Help kids learn the game of golf Adults who play golf know just how fun and frustrating the game can be. Whether you’re a veteran golfer or someone just learning the links, golf can be challenging.

But as exacting as the game can be, it also can be just as rewarding, even for kids. Children who embrace the game of golf will learn a host of lessons they can apply in all facets of life. A humbling game even for professional golfers, golf can teach kids lessons in humility and the value of persistence even when things aren’t going your way.

Golf is also a great way for parents to get kids off the couch and outdoors for some fun in the sun. Instead of spending summer afternoons in front of the television, kids who play golf are out patrolling pristine golf courses while getting some cardiovascular exercise along the way. Golf can also strengthen a child’s hand-eye coordination, which can help them in other activities, including many different sports.

Though many people do not begin playing golf until they’ve reached adulthood, it’s never too early for boys and girls to start learning the game of golf. Parents of preschoolers can start their kids off with a toddler play set. Though it’s just a toy, a play set can help lay a solid foundation for future golfers. Kids who have watched Mom and Dad play golf or practice their swing can develop their own swings on their play set.

As kids approach school age, don’t overlook the nearby puttputt or miniature golf range as a valuable teaching tool. Miniature golf clubs are small enough for many children to use comfortably, and kids can use miniature golf courses as a place to put any lessons or advice on put-

ting to good use. What’s more, a miniature golf course is more than just golf, with creative courses and other fun activities, so kids won’t feel overwhelmed with golf.

When kids move on from preschool to elementary school, some might want to tag along with Mom or Dad to the driving range. You should try to avoid overwhelming kids with too much instruction or information. Instead, keep things as simple as possible, teaching them the basic swing and encouraging them no matter how quickly they adapt.

As kids enter middle school and approach high school, those who are enjoying the game of golf can take advantage of the driving range if they haven’t already begun to. A driving range typically has markers that indicate the distance of a regular hole, regardless of which tee you will play from on an actual golf course. Kids can aim for holes at shorter distances to learn how far their drives are going.

You can then adjust the lessons you teach your children based on how far youngsters can drive the ball.

As a child gets closer to high school, you might want to buy the child his or her own set of clubs. Look for inexpensive clubs (oftentimes, thrift stores or other secondhand retailers have clubs for sale) because

more about summer camps at Lake Katherine, please call 708-361-1873 or visit www. lakekatherine.org. Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens is located at 7402 W. Lake Katherine Drive in Palos Heights, Illinois.

Lake Katherine is owned and supported by the City of Palos Heights and managed by Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens, a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

The science behind fireflies

Golf is also a great way for parents to get kids off the couch and outdoors for some fun in the sun.

Few things seem more whimsical and magical on a warm night than watching fireflies blink on and off and wondering where one will turn up next. At any given moment, there may be dozens of fireflies lighting up the night sky, providing the perfect opportunity for kids and adults to go outside and collect a few insects for a closer look.

The Smithsonian Institute says there are more than 2,000 species of fireflies, also called lightning bugs, around the world. Only some species produce adults that glow.

Fireflies are a type of beetle that use their illuminated bottoms to attract females. Often the males will fly around while the females wait in bushes and trees for their mates to arrive. Each species of the insect has its own language of flashing light. Some fireflies produce a green light, while others lean toward yellow or orange.

Two chemicals, called luciferase and luciferin, are present in a firefly’s tail, and these chemicals account for the insects’ bioluminescence. Luciferase is an enzyme that triggers light emission. Luciferin is heat-resistant, and it glows under certain conditions.

Chemicals inside the firefly’s body

convert energy to initiate the glow in its tail. One hundred percent of the firefly’s energy is emitted as light, making it a very efficient light producer. Because there is no heat generated from this light, it is known as cold light.

Although the glowing mechanism known to fireflies is largely exhibited by the adults flying through a summer sky, the larvae and eggs of some species also emit light. They use the light to deter predators and inform them that they do not taste good.

While fireflies are often seen in a pleasing light and as harmless bugs, they may not be so harmless within their social circles. Some fireflies are carnivorous. Larvae eat snails and worms. Some fireflies feed on other fireflies and will mimic the flashing pattern of a certain species to lure in a meal.

Catching fireflies Many people have fond childhood memories of running through their yards catching fireflies. Fireflies are present on every continent except Antarctica, so there is a good chance you can find fireflies in your own yard, though they tend to congregate in long grasses and marshy areas around ponds, (Continued on next page)

growing children will eventually grow out of their first set of clubs. When your child finds a set of clubs that suits him or her, teach the proper way to swing and consider signing up your son or daughter for lessons. Those first few lessons can prove invaluable, turning a pastime into a passion kids will carry with them throughout their lives.

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Keeping kids active once the school year ends In many ways, today’s kids have busier schedules than any previous generation of youngsters. Many extracurricular activities, including sports, require a nearly year-round commitment, and the dual-income household has landed many kids in afterschool programs where kids tend to their schoolwork or engage in various activities that keep them from resting on their laurels.

But those busy schedules get a lot less hectic when the school year ends. Once school is out, kids used to a full schedule might find themselves with lots of time on their hands. Though it’s good for kids to squeeze in some rest and relaxation during their summer break, it’s also important for kids to stay active so they don’t develop poor habits as the summer goes on. In addition, the American Psychological Association notes that kids who are physically active are more capable of coping with stress and tend to have higher self-esteem than kids who do

not include physical activity as part of their regular routines.

The following are a few suggestions for parents looking for ways to keep their kids active throughout the summer while still allowing them to recharge their batteries after a long school year.

• Plan an active vacation.

Summer is when many families go on vacation, so why not choose a vacation that involves more than napping poolside?

Though it’s still good to leave some time for relaxation, find a locale where you can embrace activities like snorkeling, hiking, kayaking, or other adventures that get you and your youngsters off the poolside chaise and out exploring. Such a trip might inspire kids to embrace an activity more fully, getting them off the couch not only while they’re on vacation but also when they return home for the rest of summer.

• Teach kids to garden.

Gardening might be seen as a peaceful and relaxing hobby,

but it still requires a lot of elbow grease and hard work that pays physical dividends.

A garden must be planted, hoed, weeded, and watered, and gardening gets kids out of the house to enjoy the great outdoors. When growing a vegetable garden, kids might embrace the chance to be directly involved in the foods that will eventually end up on their dinner tables. Parents can embrace this as an opportunity to teach the value of eating locally-produced foods and the positive impact such behavior has on the environment.

• Go swimming. Few adults who work in offices haven’t looked out their windows on a sunny summer day and thought how nice it would be to be spending that afternoon making a few laps in a lake, at the beach or in a pool. Kids have the same daydreams during the summer, so take a day off every so often and take the kids for an afternoon of swim-

ming. Swimming is a great activity that exercises the entire body, including the shoulders, back, legs, hips, and abdominals. In addition, swimming helps kids and adults alike maintain a healthy weight while also improving their cardiovascular health. It’s hard for some people to find a place to swim once the warm weather departs, so take advantage of the summer weather and go swimming as often as possible while the kids are not in school.

• Limit how much time kids spend watching television, playing video games or surfing the Internet. Many of today’s kids are as tech savvy as they are busy. But it’s important that kids don’t spend too much time online or on the couch watching television or playing video games.

Such activities are largely sedentary, and they can set a bad precedent for the months ahead, even when the school year begins once again. Par-

Swimming is a fun and healthy exercise to keep kids physically active throughout the summer. ents should limit how much time their youngsters spend in front of the television or the computer during summer vacation, keeping track and turning the TV or computer off if they suspect kids are spending too much time staring at the screen instead of be-

ing active. Kids might not love it when you turn their video games off or minimize their access to social media, but explain the limitations at the onset of summer and let kids know you expect them to be physically active even if it is summer vacation.

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Thursday afternoons at 3:30 pm we will be offering a variety of special programs. The June programs are as follows: June 13th Incredible Bats- Learn how bats grow, eat and live. Have your picture taken with a live fruit bat! June 20th Dinosaur Encounter – Janet Riehecky, author of 34 children’s books about dinosaurs will wow us with her extensive collection of fossils. See a 5’7” long Apatosaurus femur and a Tyrannosaurus Rex’s foot and tooth among a variety of other fossils. June 27thThe Craig Nelson Magic Show – Join us for an afternoon of magic and fun as the library’s favorite Magician Craig Nelson brings the world of magic to the Chicago Ridge Public Library. Detailed

calendars of the daily events are available at the library.

Children and teens can also read books to earn prizes. Visit the library website www.chicagoridgelibrary.org, click on the Dig into Reading (babies through 5th grade) or Reading Rocks (6th through 12th grade) link, create a user name and password, log onto the site weekly to write down the books that you are reading, and visit the library weekly to pick up prizes. We are here to help! Visit the library to receive help on setting up your account and logging the books that you have read.

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Fireflies

(Continued from previous page) lakes and streams and, as a result, may be more populous in these areas.

In order to catch fireflies successfully, turn off the exterior lights of your home and have a container ready. Punch holes in the lid of a jar to allow air to penetrate and put in a damp piece of paper towel to make sure the fireflies will not dry out.

Use care when catching the fireflies, which are fragile.

Working with a net is often better than bare hands, particularly for children who may not be so gentle.

Only keep the fireflies for a day or two before letting them go.

Otherwise you’re bound to find a jar of deceased fireflies. According to the Firefly Organization, firefly numbers are dwindling, largely due to light pollution and overdevelopment. Human lights interrupt flashing light patterns.

Therefore, any fireflies that are captured should be promptly returned to the wild.

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Class 4A Richards Regional

Satisfaction guaranteed Bulldogs win twice, go down hard in finale

By Ken Karrson

Photo by Jason Maholy

Stagg’s Mike Rankin can’t come up with the throw as a Providence base runner slides into second with a stolen base during last Saturday’s Class 4A Sandburg Regional championship game.

Class 4A Sandburg Regional

Zero hour for Celtics Providence shuts out Rice, Stagg to claim crown

By Ken Karrson Zeros made heroes of Providence Catholic players last week.

Specifically, the back-to-back shutouts thrown by Celtics hurlers Jake Godfrey and Yianni Pavlopoulos meant neither Brother Rice nor Stagg would emerge with a regional championship.

Victimized first were the Crusaders, who accrued just two hits off Godfrey and suffered a 6-0 setback on Friday at the Class 4A Sandburg Regional.

That placed Providence in Saturday’s title contest opposite the Chargers, who earned their berth by trouncing Bloom Township 133 in a Monday play-in game and then knocking off the host Eagles 4-2 on Wednesday. Stagg fell behind 2-0 at the outset against the Celtics and never recovered, eventually getting tagged with a season-ending 4-0 loss.

Providence bagged a championship despite entering the tournament as a No. 11 sectional seed.

The Celtics’ mediocre ledger was a bit misleading, though, as 10 of their losses were administered by only a single run.

“They’re not a normal No. 11 seed by any sense,” Chargers coach Matt O’Neill said. “Normally, you basically face a team that’s about equal to you, but to me, realistically, they were probably the third- or fourth-best team on paper talent-wise. And they don’t make any mistakes.”

Truthfully, Stagg (18-20) wasn’t too burdened in that respect, either. The Chargers’ biggest problem was an inability to get anything going — and then sustain it — on the offensive side as they mustered just four hits.

“Their kid throws pretty hard,” O’Neill said, “and we struggle against guys who throw with some velocity.”

More pressure was applied when Stagg immediately had to climb out of a hole. Providence

shoved the Chargers into it by scoring twice in its initial at-bat, as a combination of Brian Jenner’s double, Billy Quirke’s triple and Nick Sanders’ groundout created the differential.

“Getting down 2-0 right away kind of limits our ability to do ‘small ball’ and things like a hitand-run,” O’Neill said.

Stagg wasn’t without opportunities, however. In both the third and fourth innings, the Chargers placed two runners aboard, but left them stranded. A called third strike against Steve Kubiak on a full-count pitch in the first of those stanzas was particularly notable because O’Neill felt the ball had landed outside the strike zone.

“I thought the bat was taken out of Kubiak’s hands,” O’Neill said. “He was called out on a very questionable call. If he walks and we load the bases, who knows what happens then?”

Stagg pitcher Ricky Rogers settled down after the Celtics’ early round of scoring and held them at bay over the next three innings. Providence finally tacked on a couple more runs in the fifth, although Chargers shortstop Mike Rankin just missed closing down that rally prematurely with a diving attempt. A hard-hit liner slipped past him to provide the Celtics with insurance markers.

Rogers scattered seven hits over 5 1/3 innings and, according to his coach, gave Stagg what it has “kind of grown accustomed to.”

“He kept us in the game,” O’Neill said. “Ricky went from [being] a kid who, as a junior, almost didn’t make the team to someone we counted on. He put in the time [during the offseason] and worked on getting himself in shape, and no way would we have been where we were without him.”

Stagg 4 Sandburg 2 The Chargers secured their spot in the final by virtue of their vic-

tory over the Eagles last Wednesday. Max Strus fanned six and stopped Sandburg on six hits while walking only one batter.

“He was on top of his game and this was his best start,” O’Neill said of his junior hurler, who upped his ledger to 6-3 with the win.

Strus excelled in what O’Neill termed “a great atmosphere” and against a longtime rival that had frequently given Stagg fits through the years. The Eagles’ list of triumphs over the Chargers included one during the 2013 regular campaign, although that result favored the former by just one run.

“I think that 2-1 game was huge,” O’Neill said. “[Playing Sandburg] is usually a bigger game for us, but I think this team, realistically, didn’t go into any game thinking they couldn’t win. A lot of that starts with [senior Mike] Farnan because he’s a real confident kid.”

Farnan had a hand in Stagg’s scoring, as he singled in the third inning and then came home on Kubiak’s double. The Chargers also tallied once apiece in the second and fourth frames, using Rankin’s single and a wild pitch for the payoffs. In the latter instance, Sean Dwyer singled, stole second and went to third on a groundout before crossing the plate.

“That was our team in a nutshell, really, in terms of being able to move some guys and put some pressure on their defense,” O’Neill said, referring to Stagg’s fourth-inning tally.

The Chargers left the sacks jammed in the fifth, but that blown opportunity didn’t prove costly as Strus kept the Eagles’ offense well in check. His personal highlight also came in the fifth, when he used three straight changeups to strike out Sandburg star Austin Cangelosi after falling (Continued on page 4)

To paraphrase the tagline from an old television commercial, it was the next-best thing to being there.

That’s how Richards coach Brian Wujcik viewed his team’s effort in its own Class 4A regional.

While Wujcik and his guys would have loved to see their 2013 campaign continue into the current week, the fact it didn’t couldn’t overshadow the Bulldogs’ strong play in the late going.

After winning four of its last five regular-season games, Richards kept making forward progress by taking down two foes in regional action last week. One of those was Andrew, which had defeated the Bulldogs several weeks earlier.

But when much more was at stake, Richards got the final word. Behind Alex Villafuerte’s best pitching display of the season and an 11-hit offense, the Bulldogs rolled over the Thunderbolts 8-0 on Friday.

That victory placed Richards opposite Lincoln-Way East in the championship tilt, and the Bulldogs held a 2-0 edge after five innings on Saturday. The Griffins expunged their deficit by scoring four times in the sixth, but Richards retaliated with a marker in the seventh and nearly positioned itself for a full comeback before too-aggressive baserunning resulted in the third out.

Thus, the Bulldogs absorbed a season-ending 4-3 setback, but Wujcik walked away satisfied with the fight his squad had shown of late.

“Our MO is that we usually play our best two weeks of baseball in April, then we play .500 the rest of the year,” he said. “I thought we played our best baseball at the end of the year, which is all you can ask for.”

Evidence of that can be found in Richards’ team batting average, which was still below .300

through 29 games. But a strong closing push elevated it 23 points, to .314, by season’s end.

Wujcik admitted he thought the Bulldogs (18-19) were capable of being a 25-victory club this spring, but they never won as many as three games in a row until they posted four straight triumphs leading up to the Lincoln-Way East encounter. That sluggishness could probably be traced, at least in part, to a shortage of time spent outdoors — Richards practiced only once on its own field before April 1, and its initial outside activity was a season-opening contest in Louisville, Ky. It was an uphill climb after the ’Dogs’ ledger bottomed out at 3-9 following a seven-game skid, but they improved enough to be in contention for a South Suburban Conference Red crown until the final day. That title didn’t materialize, but Richards definitely had momentum heading into the postseason.

And Eisenhower felt the sting of that last Monday as it dropped an 8-4 verdict to the Bulldogs in a regional play-in matchup. The loss was the Cards’ third versus their District 218 sister school this season, but Wujcik insisted that Richards did not have an easy time of it in its tournament opener.

“We told the guys, before the game and even after, that they were a little flat,” he said. “It’s dangerous to do that in the playoffs.”

The Bulldogs were still sharp enough to get the jump on Eisenhower right away and maintain a lead. Four hits in the first inning gave Richards a 3-0 advantage, as Harley Miller (triple), Anthony Smith (double) and Charlie Zeschke (single) each drove in a run.

The lead became 5-1 in the fourth after Eric Hall (RBI triple) and Jim Wujcik (RBI single) delivered key hits, and the Bulldogs

then countered a Cardinals score with another deuce one inning later. Eric Mallo’s two-RBI triple served as the critical blow.

“That sequence right there was the best sequence of the entire game,” Coach Wujcik said. “After two outs, it was bunt single, bunt single, pinch-hit triple.”

An Eisenhower error let in Richards’ last run. Tyler Fortier bagged the pitching triumph by going five innings on a yield of five hits while striking out three and walking only one.

“He’s done it without incredible stuff,” Wujcik said, referring to Fortier’s 6-1 season ledger.

Richards 8 Andrew 0 While Wujcik questioned the degree of his athletes’ focus on Monday, such was not the case four days later.

“The intensity level was the greatest it’s been all season,” he said. “We got them on their heels right away with the six runs in the first, and as the game went on, [the T’bolts] started pressing and taking some wild swings.

“We were the No. 13 seed, so the pressure was on them. These last two games, I saw [our] guys smiling and having fun.”

Richards used a combination of four bases-on-balls and four hits to pile up its first-inning markers. Jim Wujcik and Jake Kendryna both poked two-run singles, Dan Estrella had an RBI hit and Alex Weinert also pushed across a run by coaxing his walk while the bases were loaded.

That was plenty of support for Villafuerte, who pocketed his first win by tossing a complete-game four-hitter. He had previously thrown well in losses to LincolnWay West and Sandburg, and Coach Wujcik didn’t hesitate to call on Villafuerte to face another SouthWest Suburban Conference program.

“We kind of figured teams in (Continued on page 4)

Class 4A Fenwick Regional

Armed forces Dual shutouts lift Vikes to title

By Ken Karrson All season long, St. Laurence has been armed and extremely dangerous.

And the Vikings’ stout pitching was once again the key to success last week. While St. Laurence’s sticks were only moderately effective, dominant exhibitions by Mike Kornacker and Brad Wood on the hill gave the Vikings all the juice they needed to capture their sixth regional championship in the past eight seasons.

Kornacker got St. Laurence off to a great start last Wednesday as he tossed a one-hitter and struck out eight in a 6-0 whitewash of Washington in a Class 4A Fen-

wick Regional semifinal. Then on Saturday, Wood silenced the host Friars on two hits while fanning five over five innings, an effort that laid the groundwork for a title-clinching 2-0 triumph.

The dual shutouts raised St. Laurence’s season total to 16.

“I didn’t [immediately] realize it was that many,” said Vikings coach Pete Lotus, whose club will meet St. Rita for the fourth time this spring in today’s Reavis Sectional semifinal.

“It’s a credit to our pitchers, defense and my brother Adam, who’s the pitching coach. Throwing strikes has been the biggest thing, and anybody who’s thrown for us has done a great job. We

felt pretty confident they’d give us a chance [to win] every game, but I don’t think we’ve ever had a group that’s been as consistent for an entire season.”

Wood’s display versus Fenwick was especially gratifying to Lotus since it compensated for St. Laurence’s own lack of batting punch. The Vikings (27-8) had routed the Friars 10-0 in a regular-season contest, but were held to a mere two hits themselves in the rematch.

One of those safeties was Nate Tholl’s first-inning single, which ultimately led to a run. After stealing both second and third base, Tholl raced home on Kornacker’s (Continued on page 4)

Class 3A Brooks Prep Regional

Long time coming Mustangs win second regional championship

By Ken Karrson How long had it been since Evergreen Park captured a regional championship?

Consider this: Not only hadn’t any current Mustangs players been born the last time it happened, but neither had coach Mark Smyth. The latter’s parents, in fact, had only gotten married two years prior to Evergreen’s previous — and lone — postseason title.

“That’s a long time,” Smyth said with a chuckle.

To be precise, the season in question was 1958. The Mustangs haven’t been completely without chances since then, but someone — Joliet Catholic Academy, Lemont and Marian Catholic being three of the schools — has always stood in their path, especially during recent springs.

The Indians, for example,

knocked off Evergreen 2-1 in one regional finale. Last year, the Mustangs had eventual Class 3A state champion Marian on the ropes in the opening round before suffering a heartbreaking defeat that was brought about, in part, by a fluke play that involved a batted ball bouncing off an umpire.

“We’ve been knocking on the door,” Smyth said. “Finally, we broke through.”

That happened Saturday in Roseland, where Evergreen rode superb pitching from Frank Meisl and a handful of clutch hits to a 3-0 victory over host Brooks Prep in a Class 3A regional championship contest. That win followed a 5-3 vanquishing of Morgan Park on Thursday night.

The Mustangs (16-15) meet Herscher today in a Lincoln-Way West Sectional semifinal. JCA and Rich Central are also part of the four-team field.

“I couldn’t be happier for the kids,” Smyth said. “We’ve got the banner that hangs in the gym [signifying the previous title], so they know how long it’s been. It’s a good feeling [to achieve this].

“It’s almost like we were due.

We’ve been there [in the championship game] so many times that eventually you’re going to get that two-out hit or make the key defensive play.”

Beating Brooks was not easy, however. Eagles pitcher Devon Branch saw to that by limiting Evergreen to just a bunt single through the first four innings.

Luckily for the Mustangs, Meisl was equally stingy, and the two clubs entered the fifth locked in a scoreless duel.

Branch, who also stroked the only two hits Brooks got off Meisl, issued a walk to Keyshawn Carpenter and plunked Mike Rizzo (Continued on page 4)

Photo by Jason Maholy

Looking her back Shepard’s Grace Michalik heads back to third base as Sandburg catcher Ellen Forkin bluffs a pickoff attempt during last Saturday’s Class 4A Sandburg Regional championship game in Orland Park. The Lady Eagles trounced the Lady Astros, 10-0, and entered sectional competition having won 12 of their last 14 games. For more softball news, see Page 2.

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The Regional News - The Reporter

In idiocy, we shouldn’t trust Bartosh Lord help those who make nonsensical decisions.

Of course, given the sheer volume of such verdicts these days in virtually every walk of life, even an omniscient God might have His hands full dealing with much else.

Perhaps not so coincidentally, many of those head-scratching decisions center on religion, and what is or is not permissible in a public setting. And nowhere does this happen with more frequency than in schools.

A while back, I wrote about a group of Texas high school cheerleaders who came under fire for their method of exhortation during football games.

The problem arose because the cheerleaders had the audacity to place Bible verses on the signs they held up.

They received plenty of support in the court of opinion immediately after the story originally broke, and they recently got approval from a more binding court. A Texas State District judge ruled the banners constitutionally permissible and protected by the cheerleaders’ individual rights to religious expression.

But in the face of one apparent victory comes another attempt at quieting those who choose to believe silence is not golden in regard to their faith. And as this latest incident demonstrates, the stating of that devotion doesn’t necessarily have to come in either written or verbal form.

Surprisingly, the story again originates in Texas. As reported in The Inquisitr on May 4, a young track athlete cost his team a race victory by pointing to the sky after crossing the finish line.

Derrick Hayes ran the anchor leg of the 400-meter relay for a team representing Columbus High School and, after first place had been secured, he briefly raised his finger toward the heavens. It wasn’t the same digit Filomena Tobias waved at Chicago Bulls forward Joakim Noah, but his index finger.

Thus, the gesture was not profane and shouldn’t have warranted any criticism, let alone punishment. Of course, if things

had unfolded so rationally, no columnist would bother weighing in on the matter now.

The penalty certainly doesn’t seem to fit the crime — Hayes’ oh-so-short motion resulted in a disqualification and prevented his team from advancing to Texas’ state track meet. A meet judge, whose identity was not revealed in the follow-up stories I read, made the call and the ruling apparently couldn’t be overturned.

Anonymity cloaks individuals in ersatz bravery. As Exhibit-A, I offer up the myriad authors of illogical and inflammatory comments about various online stories, remarks they wouldn’t dare utter in a face-to-face setting for fear of physical rebuttal by disagreeing parties.

Of course, in true apologist fashion, Columbus High School Superintendent Robert O’Connor defended that nameless University Interscholastic League official in The Inquisitr story, claiming he only was enforcing the rule that states there is no allowance for “celebratory gestures, including raising your arms.” To his credit, O’Connor admitted that it was “a harsh consequence for what some people may deem a small gesture.”

What if it hadn’t been a small gesture aimed at recognizing a deity? Would Hayes and his teammates have been stripped of their win if his post-race reaction consisted of nothing more than jumping in the air once or balling up his fists in front of his chest?

I’m guessing probably not.

But if so, then the rule extends beyond religious discrimination and actually becomes even more ridiculous.

Given the outlandish — and preplanned — celebratory performances of some professional jocks, football players in particular, I’m not against rules that prohibit such acts. However, somewhere along the line common sense has to enter the equation.

If Hayes had been guilty of waving his index finger in an opponent’s face, that would have been punishment-worthy. The

same goes for any overt displays that seek to mock, discredit or embarrass those people who did not win, or are designed to bring extra attention to the victor.

Sportsmanship may be considered old-fashioned among today’s me-first crowd, but it’s never really gone out of style in most athletic circles.

Let’s make sure, however, that we clearly differentiate between natural exuberance and narcissistic exhibitionism. Excelling in sports requires a certain amount of energy, and it’s simply not feasible to ask an athlete to immediately flip a switch as soon as the task is completed.

Even the NCAA recognizes this. While strict when it comes to enforcing celebration rules, college sports’ ruling body has built in a window that allows for a natural release of pent-up emotion, so long as it doesn’t become prolonged or excessive, or devolve into taunting.

A teenager who points toward the sky for one or two seconds doesn’t fall into any of those categories.

This reminds me of an incident a few years ago at a California track meet, where a kid got DQed because, in a split second of frustration after a poor jump, he uttered a curse word. He was not swearing at a meet official or opponent, nor did he go off on a loud and lengthy blue tirade, but that didn’t matter — he, too, had to be disciplined.

How many adults, under similar circumstances, would have been able to avoid all forms of profanity? Those of you who claim you could are probably being less than completely truthful.

Rules are fine, except when they make no sense. When it comes to athletic competition, the only ones that are really necessary are those designed to ensure participants’ safety, prevent anyone from gaining an unfair competitive advantage and maintain a general sense of order.

It’s time for Texas’ UIL to revisit its list of bylaws and remove those that rate as nonsensical. But first, how about giving Hayes and his teammates their victory back?

Class 4A Mt. Carmel Regional

Unlucky seventh Reavis rally shocks Spartans

By Ken Karrson One strike — that’s all that stood between Oak Lawn and a Saturday date with host Mt. Carmel in a Class 4A regional title contest.

And when Bob Kametas’ knuckle-curve reached the plate in the bottom of the seventh with two outs and a 2-2 count on Reavis’ No. 9 batter, Spartans players and coaches started out of the dugout to celebrate their regional-semifinal win over their South Suburban Conference Red rival. But something — or, rather, someone — stopped them.

“Maybe it was inside,” Oak Lawn coach Bill Gerny said of Kametas’ offering. “We obviously didn’t have the angle the umpire had, but from our angle, it sure looked like a strike. That took the wind out of our sails.”

Indeed, the Rams made the most of their extended opportunity by singling home the tying run. Two base hits later, the victory belonged to Reavis, too, as it pocketed a stunning 7-6 triumph on Thursday afternoon in Chicago that advanced it into the championship game.

The Spartans, meanwhile, saw their 2013 campaign grind to an unexpected halt. Oak Lawn finished 16-14 and captured the SSC Red crown in Gerny’s inaugural season as the Spartans’ skipper.

“I’m pleased with the first year,” he said. “We were happy with the results.”

Except, that is, for the final one.

Oak Lawn had gained a 6-5 edge in the top of the seventh on its third two-run homer of the day.

Kametas did the honors for the second time and then took the mound to close out the Rams.

“Everybody was going nuts,” Gerny said, describing the scene on the Spartans’ side of the field.

“My voice was gone because I was screaming so loud. This was a [potential] storybook ending right here.”

Reavis, which had done nothing of note versus the St. Joseph College-bound senior in a regularseason matchup, began its portion of the seventh with a strikeout. A single and passed ball put a Ram in scoring position, but Kametas induced a groundout and the runner stayed perched at second.

“If I saw the other team’s ace take the mound, I would have thought, ‘It’s over,’ but I don’t think the Reavis kids thought that way,” Gerny said. “You’ve got to give them credit — all of a sudden, they started hitting line drives. Reavis finally figured out our pitchers, I guess.”

The Rams had benefited earlier from misplays in the field by Oak Lawn. The Spartans’ failure to catch two fly balls led to Reavis’ initial run in the second inning, while another error was part of the Rams’ two-run uprising in the fourth.

“The wind was swirling and it’s wide open at Mt. Carmel,” Gerny said. “Matt Dunne pitched pretty well, but we certainly didn’t help him out. Take away those three runs and we’re not even having this discussion [about a seasonending defeat].”

However, Kametas and Chris Rafacz came to the rescue on the offensive side, the latter doing so by belting his team’s other roundtripper. Oak Lawn tallied in the third and fifth stanzas, which created 2-all and 4-all deadlocks, respectively.

Rafacz went 3-for-4 on the afternoon, and his one out was a fly ball that took a Reavis outfielder to the warning track in left-center field. Gerny said that on a less windy day, Rafacz would have sent the ball over the fence in left, and that near-miss was just one of the things Gerny pointed to when he termed the loss “by far, the toughest one we’ve had this year.”

“It was one of those games where you sit back and think,

‘What could I have done differently?’” he said. “Aside from the errors, I thought we played our best game, although we again relied heavily on Kametas and our other seniors to [try to] bail us out. Just seeing the demeanor of our players on Thursday — there were some tears in the eyes and the seniors weren’t ready to leave Oak Lawn.

“I think the kids felt the stars were aligned for them, so it was harder to take as a team. Three two-run homers was kind of unexpected, but if we put up six runs, we should win the game every time. [This outcome] will be a motivating factor for the future.”

Gerny had contemplated handing Kametas the ball as his starter, but opted instead for Dunne in the hopes of having Kametas available for Saturday. Both Dunne and reliever Mitch Swatek earned their coach’s approval for their combined work over the first six frames.

“If I had to do it over again, I would do it the same way,” Gerny said. “They did their job.”

And, in effect, the Spartans got a taste of what life will be like in 2014, when Kametas is no longer around.

“It’s going to be impossible to replace Kametas — he was just a baseball freak,” Gerny said. “But we should be able to build off this.

We’re positioned to be competitive again next year.” *** Prior to beginning the postseason, Oak Lawn wrapped up its regular schedule with tilts against Andrew and Morton.

The Thunderbolts steamrolled the Spartans 12-0 in five innings last Monday, using a seven-run fourth as the backbreaker. Dunne, Kametas, losing pitcher Matt Witkowski and Brandon Quillin accounted for Oak Lawn’s hits, all of which were singles.

(Continued on page 3)

Photo by Jason Maholy

Sandburg’s Karli McLaughlin connects for a solo home run during last Saturday’s victory over Shepard in the Class 4A Sandburg regional.

Softball roundup

Wild win puts Lady Mustangs in sectional

By Anthony Nasella As far as regional-championship games go, the battle between Evergreen Park and host Mt. Assisi for a Class 3A title on Saturday was about as wild as it could get.

The Lady Mustangs exploded for seven runs in the first inning, but the Screeching Eagles responded with nine in their half of the stanza. The lead continued to bounce back and forth between the two teams until Evergreen went ahead for good by scoring six times in the bottom of the sixth to construct a five-run lead.

Even then, though, Mt. Assisi fought to the very end, cutting the deficit to two on a three-run homer and placing the tying runner on base before Lady Mustangs second baseman Michelle Estand threw out an Eagle trying to score from third. That final putout preserved an 18-16 triumph for Evergreen in Lemont and sent it on to the sectional round, where it will first tangle with Glenbard South.

“It was definitely a wild game for us,” Lady Mustangs coach John O’ Connor said. “We came out blazing, and then we gave the game back to Mt. Assisi. But the girls showed a lot of heart to come back from five runs down and really did their jobs.”

O’Connor said his club’s confidence is definitely in a good place right now, and not just because of winning a regional title in the manner it did.

“We played [South Suburban Conference Red champ] Richards tough on two occasions this season,” he said. “And knowing the caliber of team that Richards is, the girls feel especially good about that as we proceed into our sectional game.”

And against Glenbard South, O’Connor is hoping for a solid performance, in part because his athletes should be completely healthy.

“We had our freshman pitcher sidelined with the flu against Mt. Assisi,” he said. “We’re expecting her to be back, and we think that we can compete with Glenbard.

“They’re a team that is full of travel players, where we only have a couple of travel players, but all

it takes is a pitcher getting hot at the right time. You just never know. It happened two years ago for us with Michelle Putlak, when we advanced to the Sweet 16 and eventually lost to a very hot Oak Forest team, [so] hopefully we can catch fire again.”

Sophie Lamb went 4-for-5 with four RBI to boost Evergreen (1412) past Mt. Assisi. Carolyn Roberts (4-for-5) and Bethany Salazar (3-for-3) tacked on three RBI apiece for the Lady Mustangs.

To reach the finale, each team defeated a Chicago Public League opponent by a 7-0 score in the regional semifinals. Evergreen blanked Harper, while the Eagles whitewashed Brooks Prep.

SANDBURG Over the past couple of weeks, the Lady Eagles have been playing at a high level, and they demonstrated that in a big way on Saturday as they shut out Shepard 10-0 to capture the championship of their own Class 4A regional.

Sarah Herold earned the pitching victory for Sandburg (22-14), which claimed a fifth straight regional crown and its 15th in the past 16 seasons. The Lady Eagles have won 12 of their last 14 games.

Herold limited the Lady Astros to six hits while striking out that same number of batters and walking only two. Supporting her at the plate were Meg Flaherty (three hits, two runs) and Sam Radunz (two hits, three RBI).

Sandburg, which totaled 14 hits in the contest, jumped ahead of higher-seeded Shepard by using Katie Krzus’ two-RBI double as the key blow in a three-run first inning. Krzus went 2-for-4 on the day. Four more runs in the fourth then broke the game open, as Radunz (two-run single), Meghan McPolin (double) and Ellie Forkin (groundout) all had RBI for the Lady Eagles.

Karli McLaughlin homered and Radunz singled home another run to account for Sandburg’s production in the fifth frame, and Herold completed the onslaught with her two-out RBI hit in the sixth. Both McLaughlin and Candice Koch (two runs) also collected a pair of hits on the Lady Eagles’ behalf.

The Lady Astros stranded eight

runners between the first and fifth innings before getting retired in order by Herold in the sixth.

Doubles by Grace Michalik and Melissa Kelly paced Shepard. *** To reach the championship contest, Sandburg routed De La Salle 13-0 in a semifinal matchup last Tuesday. Herold fired a one-hitter and fanned 10 to lead the way.

For good measure, she also contributed on the offensive side with a two-run double. Koch was the mainstay of the Lady Eagles’ attack as she went 4-for-4 with a double, three RBI and two runs scored. *** Before falling short against Sandburg, Shepard (23-8) brought down a 20-win Kennedy squad with ease last Wednesday. Behind Stephanie Brand’s four-hit, fivestrikeout pitching effort and hitting input from several players, the Lady Astros romped to a 15-1 triumph in five innings.

Skylor Hilgor went 3-for-4 for Shepard, while Dominique Tanchez included a double among her pair of hits and drove in four runs.

Jaylyn Steppney chipped in with an RBI triple.

The Lady Astros, who established a school record for singleseason wins in 2013, wasted no time in putting a hurt on Kennedy pitcher Yamara Rodriguez as they sent 15 batters to the plate in the opening inning and tallied 12 times.

Tanchez registered all of her RBI in the frame, and Shepard also benefited from three walks and a number of wild pitches. Half of the Lady Astros’ runs during that uprising resulted from errant heaves.

MARIST Also reigning as a regional champion was last year’s Class 4A kingpin. The Lady RedHawks began defense of their 2012 title by notching three lopsided regional victories: 10-1 over Hinsdale Central, 13-5 over Lincoln-Way West and 18-0 over Eisenhower.

The win over the Lady Red Devils on Saturday secured the crown for Marist (26-9). Audra Hecker tossed a four-hitter and whiffed nine in that contest, while Brooke Wilson (3-for-3, two RBI, (Continued on page 3)

Class 2A Seneca Sectional

Titan(ic) struggle El Paso-Gridley ends Knights’ campaign

By Ken Karrson Thanks to Ian Hall, Chicago Christian crashed against the Titans.

The Knights knew they couldn’t avoid El Paso-Gridley’s best pitcher when the two clubs hooked up Friday in a Class 2A Seneca Sectional semifinal. What no doubt caught Christian players off-guard was their inability to do any real damage against Hall.

The Knights had won four regular-season games with offensive outputs of three hits or fewer, but the four-hitter Hall fired at Christian was enough to stymie the locals completely and keep them off the scoreboard for the first time all year.

Knights ace Josh Novak was nearly as good, but the Titans garnered single runs in each of their first two at-bats — the second of those markers materialized without a hit — and those held up as the difference as Gridley notched a 2-0 win. The loss concluded one of Christian’s finest campaigns in school history at 30-7.

The Titans were unable to complete their run to a sectional championship, however, as they lost to Beecher on Saturday. Ironically, the Knights defeated the Bobcats twice during the regular

season.

“Our regular season was a lot of fun,” Christian coach Eric Brauer said. “We accomplished all of our goals and over the course of the year we did a real good job, but we got beaten [here] by a pitcher that was better than us. I thought we were going to struggle against this kid, and he gave us fits. We didn’t hit balls very hard.

of those plate appearances was culminated by an RBI single, while the second one included a walk, hit batsman, wild pitch and Christian miscue.

Novak didn’t surrender anything else beyond that, but the Knights couldn’t overcome even that slim deficit. In some ways, Brauer wasn’t surprised to see Christian handcuffed by a talented hurler.

“Pitching and defense is what we built our success on,” he said.

“We made plays most of the year, [but] we were never really strong offensively.

“We were a really patient team that executed well and did a lot of little things, but we overachieved quite a bit.”

Along with becoming only the second Knights team to ever reach the 30-victory plateau, the 2013 Chicago Christian squad snared the school’s second conference title since 1970 by taking first in the Suburban Christian Conference Blue Division.

“That’s baseball — sometimes you just get beat. Regardless of how they got their runs, they beat us and they were better than us.

That’s the story.”

The Knights’ best opportunity for a breakthrough occurred in the second inning, when they put two runners aboard with no one out. A sacrifice attempt failed, though, a groundout followed, and the would-be rally never really took off.

Worse than the lack of hitting, in Brauer’s opinion, was a breakdown in the field.

“It was sloppy on the defensive end,” he said. “The first couple innings were pretty rough. We dropped four fly balls in foul ter- Statistics ritory.”

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Sports wrap

By Anthony Nasella With 18 state-meet matches to his credit during his high school tennis career and a 28th seed for this year’s IHSA event, Sandburg senior Eric Pontow had high hopes of closing with the highest possible state finish.

Pontow didn’t win a championship, but he did go 5-2 against some quality competition and wound up 16th overall. Eagles coach Brian Ostrander said both he and Pontow were more than satisfied with that result.

“Actually, everything worked out exactly the way we wanted,” Ostrander said. “It was an awesome finish to a tournament by a great kid who deserved it. He worked hard all year, and the top16 finish was his best effort.

“This was an unbelievable finish for Eric. It was awesome.”

Pontow, who claimed the Stagg Sectional title while losing just two sets in four matches, won his first two matches on Thursday. He captured a 6-2, 6-1 win over Loyola Academy’s Andrew Golota and a 6-0, 6-0 victory over Andrew’s Kevin Karczynski in the second round before dropping a 6-4, 6-1 verdict to seventh-seeded Toby Ma of Deerfield.

“Eric had his chances to win, but his opponent proved to be better,” Ostrander said.

Pontow made it to the seventh round in consolation-bracket play on Friday before he was knocked off by seventh-seeded Conrad Harron of University High, 6-1, 7-6 (3).

On Friday, Pontow opened his quest for a fifth-place finish in the tournament by beating Joliet West’s Tom Carney 6-3, 6-2 in the fourth round of the consolation bracket. Pontow then knocked out Barrington’s Varun Parekh 6-1, 6-3.

Pontow took the momentum into the sixth round, where he upset 14th-seeded Jake Elliott of Lyons Township 6-3, 7-5 before suffering the loss to Harron.

“Eric played and won a ton of matches in a row, and I think he lost a little steam,” Ostrander said. “He barely lost to a kid who was ranked real high. We were really ecstatic [because] everything worked out well for him. It was a test — a fitness test.

“He didn’t lose a set in any of the three wins on Friday — it’s pretty rare to have one kid do this.

There was so many big matches, and the nice thing about the tennis state meet is that it’s an allstate [and] not broken into classes.

You have to win seven matches to win a state championship.”

Sandburg’s JonLuke Passett lost his first-round match 6-0, 6-0 to Neuqua Valley’s Naveen Krishnan and then had to default due to injury against Andrew’s Brian Moy in the opening consolation match.

Sectional doubles champs Jimmy Gradowski and Trent Sichelski lost their first-round match 6-4, 63 to Bradley-Bourbonnais’ Adam Beach and Alec Ahlden (6-4, 6-3) and then were defeated 6-0, 6-0

by Hinsdale South’s Greg Murray-Eric Wing in the first round of consolation play.

The Sandburg tandem of Ryan Schusler-Jake Schramm also took back-to-back defeats. Parker’s Peter Maneykowski-Max Levine beat them 6-1, 6-0, while Carbondale’s Angel Agrawal-Bilal Makhdoom notched a 6-1, 7-5 win in the consolation bracket. *** Stagg’s Brendan Wolan advanced all the way to the fourthround consolation match at state and finished with a 2-3 record at the meet.

Wolan defeated Springfield Sacred Heart-Griffin’s Andrew Oreshko of Springfield 7-6 (4), 7-5 in his opening match, but then lost a second-round clash to Libertyville’s Ben VanDixhorn 6-1, 6-3. Wolan then bounced back to beat Oak Park-River Forest’s Miles Blim (7-6 (6), 6-4) and Parker’s Jack Friend (4-6, 6-3, 6-2) in consecutive consolationbracket matches.

Wolan’s tourney run finally ended against Lemont’s Nick Urban, who earned a 6-2, 6-0 win in the next match. *** The doubles team of Seth Hamstra-Austin Vander Veld represented Chicago Christian at state, but could not gain a victory there. The pair lost 6-0, 6-0 to Conant’s.

Peter Itskovich-Connor Sacks in their initial match, then dropped a 6-1, 6-4 decision to HomewoodFlossmoor’s Alex Eng-Danny Kopas in the first consolation round.

GIRLS’ SOCCER After suffering crushing defeats in the sectional final each of the past two seasons, Sandburg started a new streak of success by defeating Lincoln-Way North 2-1 last Tuesday night in the championship match of the Class 3A Andrew Sectional.

Seniors Eilish Mulvey and Morgan Manzke each scored in the second half to lift the Lady Eagles (16-5-3) to a thrilling win and a spot in the supersectional against Hinsdale Central. Helena Kelly also shone, as she first stopped the Lady Phoenix from scoring a potential go-ahead goal earlier in the second half and then helped set up Manzke’s game-winner.

After Amanda Kester’s attempt to send the ball into the box was deflected, Kelly kept the play alive with a flick toward the goal. Sarah Dewolf saved it from going over the end line and passed it to the center of the box, where Manzke was wide open and didn’t miss.

Mulvey had tied the match on a header with 31:54 to go off a strong cross from Carly Katalinic,

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who had the ball come back to her after her corner kick initially was broken up.

The Phoenix nearly went back on top moments later as Unique Manns struck a free kick that Sandburg netminder Nicole Kulovitz (two saves) was able to knock down. The rebound was up for grabs and nearly got poked over the goal line, but Kelly cleared it.

The Lady Eagles advanced to finals with a 3-0 victory over rival Stagg.

Meghan Carmody corralled a pass from Samantha Messina and used a burst of speed to create a breakaway that led to Sandburg’s first score early in the second half. Emily Osoba and Samantha Milwit added goals for the Lady Eagles.

Kulovitz was credited with five saves while posting the shutout.

Lady Chargers goalie Jen Duffner recorded three saves.

BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL Host Sandburg was eliminated from the state tournament on Friday as it dropped a 31-29, 25-19 verdict to Lincoln-Way North in a regional-championship match.

The Eagles (30-8) received 10 kills from Pat Scannell, eight from Josh Hodul and six from Kyle Van Stedum. Kyle Burke notched 11 digs and Ian Zalewski dished out 22 assists.

Back-to-back kills by Hodul in the second set gave Sandburg 1614 lead, but the Eagles never managed to distance themselves.

Sandburg defeated Andrew 25-14, 25-17 last Wednesday, as Hodul and Paul Chmura each had seven kills and four blocks.

Zalewski added a team-high 21 assists, plus four blocks for the Eagles. *** Shepard captured a 25-21, 25-22 victory over Illiana Christian in last Monday’s Lincoln-Way Central Regional quarterfinals. Kyle Joy put down 14 kills to boost the Astros (12-16). *** Stagg’s season’s came to end last Tuesday night in a hardfought 25-17, 19-25, 25-14 loss to Providence Catholic at the Marian Catholic Regional.

BOYS’ TRACK Sandburg finished 24th at last weekend’s state meet in Charleston after placing in two relay events.

Junior Denis O’Callaghan and seniors Joe Licata, Nicholas Prajka and Pat McMahon took third in the 3,200-meter relay with a time of 7 minutes, 46.81 seconds, which was less than a full second behind first-place Barrington (7:45.94). Bartlett (7:46.32) was runner-up.

Senior Ian Hollendonner, Licata, sophomore Ryan Parthemore and senior Nick Malliaras placed fifth for the Eagles in the 1,600relay by clocking a 3:23.01.

Keying the Chaps’ late-game surge were Stephanie Rendon’s two-run homer, Latianna Eltsosie’s RBI double and a twobagger by Ashton Bell. *** Nonnemacher prolonged SXU’s stay in the national tourney by throwing a complete game to lead the Cougars past California StateSan Marcos 3-1 on Saturday in a consolation-round meeting.

Nonnemacher allowed just six singles and fanned three while earning praise from SXU coach Myra Minuskin.

“She was great,” Minuskin of Nonnemacher. “She has pitched the second game of the doubleheader almost all year long. I have so much confidence in her.

“She doesn’t play like a freshman. If I could take the mentality that Nicole has and put it in every single player, it would be unbelievable.”

Minuskin was also happy to see the Cougars advance after absorbing an opening-round defeat and dropping into the consolation bracket.

“It doesn’t matter who we play [on Monday] — we are grateful to be here,” she said right after SXU had knocked off San Marcos. “We just beat the preseason No. 1 team. We already broke a school record in wins at 49, but 50 sounds good.”

Spartans

Lawn surged ahead in the bottom of the fourth by plating six runs and erasing a 4-0 deficit.

Dunne (two-run single), Kametas (single) and Swatek (sacrifice fly) were the Spartans’ RBI producers in the inning, and the locals also tallied two markers on a Morton error. Dunne and Rafacz each poked an RBI single in the fifth to complete Oak Lawn’s scoring.

(Continued from page 2) “It was a good wake-up call,” Gerny said. “It gave us a lot to talk about.”

Whatever was said must have had the desired effect, as the Spartans collected an 8-5 win the next day despite managing only five hits. Pitchers Lee Baxa and Chris Donato joined forces on a four-hitter, and the latter picked up the victory in relief after Oak

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Softball roundup (Continued from page 2) one run) and Brooke Wyderski (two hits, including a solo homer, two runs) sparked the Lady RedHawks’ offense.

Wyderski and Katie Caulfield both had three hits and three RBI to help Marist overpower LincolnWay West. Each player included a solo homer among her hits, as did Madison Naujokas (2-for-3).

Erica Nagel didn’t go deep, but she did provide the Lady RedHawks with a 4-for-5 performance that included two RBI and two runs.

STAGG The Lady Chargers began postseason play in impressive fashion by routing Bogan 13-0 in a regional play-in game last Monday, but Richards then brought Stagg’s campaign to a halt on Friday by administering an 8-5 setback.

Shannon Collins (two hits, two RBI, one run), Briana Minet (3-

for-3, triple, RBI, run) and Lizzy Rapacz (double, two RBI) spearheaded the Lady Chargers’ win over the Lady Bengals. Lexi Minet threw a no-hitter and struck out six for Stagg (9-15).

Jordan Battles (bases-clearing triple), Sara Tobin (two hits, three runs) and Breanna Kaminski (two RBI singles) were the Lady Bulldogs’ top guns in their triumph over the Lady Chargers. Richards’ quest for the Class 4A Morton Regional championship was denied by the host school on Saturday, however.

Abby Gentile delivered an RBI single for the Lady Bulldogs (2010) in the loss.

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN The Lady Knights fell a game short of advancing to a Class 2A supersectional as they dropped a 10-1 verdict to sectional host Bishop McNamara in Saturday’s championship contest.

Theresa Kraiss’ fifth-inning groundout chased in Davina Gutierrez with Chicago Christian’s lone run. The Lady Knights (19-9) reached the finale by crushing Christo Rey 22-0 in last Tuesday’s semifinal matchup.

Starring for Christian that day were Gutierrez and Sam Kubik.

The duo combined to go 5-for-7 with three triples, six runs and five RBI, and Gutierrez also pocketed the pitching win.

MOTHER MCAULEY The Mighty Macs (19-6) were eliminated from the state tournament on Friday after dropping a 3-2 decision to Hinsdale South in a Class 4A regional-championship game.

Mother McAuley got there on the strength of a 13-0 triumph over Washington in a semifinal contest last Tuesday. Pitcher Jessica Alberts fired a one-hitter and fanned seven batters to pace the Macs.

QUEEN OF PEACE The Pride’s season ended with a 4-0 defeat against Lemont in the Class 3A Queen of Peace Regional title game. Lady Indians pitcher Carly Jaworski held the Pride to two hits and whiffed 11.

OAK LAWN Morton brought the Lady Spartans’ campaign to a halt last Tuesday by slipping past them 5-4 in a Class 4A regional semifinal contest.

Class 4A Lincoln-Way Central Regional

Phoenix bring the heat Lincoln-Way North too much for Astros

By Ken Karrson

Phoenix, Ariz., is a retirement hot spot, in more ways than one.

The Phoenix from Frankfort, Ill., are pretty hot stuff, too. And because of that, Shepard saw its Senior third baseman Kate 2013 season retired on Friday.

Mollohan claimed two of the Despite a couple recent hiccups Cougars’ six hits, while sopho- on the diamond, Lincoln-Way more outfielder Holly Hilden and North has been the south subNonnemacher were credited with urbs’ most talked-about baseball RBI. SXU also excelled on defense, contingent this spring. The Astros an effort that was highlighted by discovered the reason why in a a 4-2-5-2-6-2 rundown that was Class 4A Lincoln-Way Central Restarted by second baseman Kas- gional semifinal game, when the ey Kanaga’s fielding of a sharp Phoenix rolled to an 11-1 victory grounder and preserved a 1-all in six innings.

That triumph moved Lincolntie in the fourth.

The Cougars went ahead to stay Way North on to Saturday’s chamin the bottom of that same inning, pionship contest, while Shepard using Hainlen’s double and bunts rang down the curtain on a 16-18 by sophomore Megan James, Hou- season that veteran coach Frank lihan and Nonnemacher as main DiFoggio deemed a bit of an uningredients. San Marcos was also derachievement. guilty of a throwing error in the “I thought we’d be better than that,” he said. “I would have stanza. thought we’d win at least 20 be*** SXU’s stay in the championship cause of the seniors we had. We portion of the national tourna- had some injuries, but I was a little ment was brief, as Reinhardt (Ga.) surprised we had the struggles at University blanked the Cougars the beginning.

3-0 last Friday to relegate them “I thought we’d start quick, but the boys really fought this year to the consolation bracket.

The winners tallied all of their to get back into it. I credit the runs in the second inning. SXU seniors for that.” was not without scoring op- The Astros were tied for first portunities of its own, but a place in the South Suburban total of nine baserunners were Conference Red heading into the final week of the regular schedule stranded.

Nicole Nonnemacher went 3- before falling back to third. They for-4 with a double in support of went on to edge Thornton 11-10 her sister Megan, who suffered in a play-in game last Monday, the pitching loss after lasting 4 which secured their date with 1/3 innings. Megan Nonnemacher the Phoenix. fanned eight, but was reached for Lincoln-Way North sent ace Kevin Smith to the hill, and the seven hits. senior responded with a fourhit, eight-strikeout performance.

Reavis 011 201 2 - 7 However, Shepard trailed just 4-1 after three innings and seemed Oak Lawn 2B: Rafacz. HR: Kametas 2, poised to stay close on the PhoeRafacz. RBI: Kametas 4, Rafacz 2. LP: nix’s heels.

Adam Samad’s single knocked Kametas (8-1). in the Astros’ run, and Matt Scott Andrew 211 71 - 12 very nearly followed up that hit Oak Lawn 000 00 - 0 with a three-run homer. The ball that went beyond the outfield fence veered foul, however, and Oak Lawn LP: Witkowski (0-5).

Smith then slipped a third strike Morton 000 401 0 - 5 past Scott to douse the threat.

Oak Lawn 000 620 x - 8 “It was a competitive game for a little bit,” DiFoggio said. “If that Oak Lawn RBI: Dunne 3, Kametas, Rafacz, ball stays fair and we make some plays, who knows? The one thing Swatek. WP: Donato (1-1).

Cougars’ softball season ends at nationals The finest softball season ever at St. Xavier University is over.

Winners of a school-record 50 games this spring, the Cougars reached the NAIA Softball Championship in Columbus, Ga., and won one of their first two games at the event. The loss dropped SXU into the consolation bracket, and it was there that the Cougars suffered a season-ending 4-2 setback against No. 2 seed Lubbock Christian (Tex.) University on Memorial Day. Freshman Nicole Nonnemacher shut down the Chaps for the first five innings at the South Commons Softball Complex, but the sixth stanza was a different story. Lubbock Christian, which had gone hitless prior to that, strung together three two-out hits and wound up scoring all of its runs.

Nonnemacher (24-5) finished with a four-hitter and five strikeouts. The latter figure gave her a school-record 263 for the year, which surpassed the previous standard by 90.

The Chaps’ rally erased a 2-0 lead the Cougars (50-9) had built in the second frame on RBI singles from sophomore Amanda Hainlen and junior outfielder Katie Houlihan. A walk to sophomore outfielder Shannon Lauret, passed ball and Lubbock Christian error also contributed to the uprising.

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Shepard second basemen Breanna Graffeo cannot come up with a hard-hit grounder during last Saturday’s loss to Sandburg in the Class 4A Sandburg Regional championship game.

that I knew was you can’t make mistakes because they pounce on your mistakes. We had to be perfect defensively, but we gave them opportunities.”

Lincoln-Way North’s first two tallies, in fact, were made possible by Shepard miscues. A pair of errors, a bunt single and two groundouts handed the Phoenix a 2-0 edge in the bottom of the second, and they tacked on two more runs in the third as a couple of doubles fueled the uprising.

Lincoln-Way North then exploded for a five-spot in the fifth to essentially decide the outcome.

While the Phoenix’s bats were inflicting pain on the Astros, the latter’s own sticks got turned into rubber by Smith, who rang up four straight strikeouts between the fourth and fifth frames after Brendan Herrman reached him for a single.

“Kevin Smith really pitched well,” DiFoggio said. “When he saw we were starting to be a threat, he went into a second gear. My top players can do OK against that, but my second-tier guys are going to struggle against that kind of pitching.

“We don’t face those types of teams often. When they have a whole deck of cards and I’m only holding half a deck, we’re not going to win many hands.”

Nick Medlicott took the pitching loss for Shepard, his first in his last six decisions.

Shepard 11 Thornton 4 After spotting the Wildcats a 4-0 lead last Monday, the Astros tallied 11 unanswered runs between the second and fifth innings and were closing in on mercy-rule territory. Then Thornton decided to mount a comeback.

Six runs during their final atbat drew the Wildcats within one, and they had both the tying and go-ahead runs on base before the last out was finally registered.

“We made it interesting,” DiFoggio joked. “But no matter what, we advanced, which was good.”

DiFoggio admitted making a few personnel moves he might not normally have opted for to reward players for their dedication to the program. Samad, for example, was given a turn on the mound, some-

thing that hadn’t happened since his freshman year at Mt. Carmel due to a torn labrum incurred that season.

“You want to get some kids in because this is more than about wins or losses in high school,” DiFoggio said. “It’s about memorable experiences.”

Even though its run total was hefty, Shepard did not generate all that many hits. It collected only six, but those were augmented by six walks, four hit batsmen and a couple wild pitches. The Astros used a combination of those things to plate four runs in the second inning and six markers in the fourth.

“You hear the term ‘effectively wild,’ and in a roundabout way they were because we didn’t get many hits,” DiFoggio said. “But they were also ineffectively wild because they helped us out a lot.”

Scott’s single was Shepard’s only hit in the second stanza, and that didn’t drive in any of the runs. RBI were credited to Samad (bases-loaded free pass), Mark Albrecht (hit by pitch) and Bobby Peterka (sacrifice fly), while one of the wild pitches accounted for the Astros’ fourth marker.

Albrecht’s two-run single was one of three hits in the fourth.

Peterka and Christian Araiza also hit safely, while Samad (bases-loaded walk) and Hermann (hit by pitch) had the other RBI. Araiza’s double and Jeremy Dryier’s RBI single completed Shepard’s scoring in the fifth. The latter was the pitcher of record as well after scattering eight hits and fanning that same number of batters over 5 2/3 innings.

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Shepard 2B: Araiza. RBI: Albrecht 3, Samad 2, Dryier, Hermann, Peterka. WP: Dryier (3-4).

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Section 2 Thursday, May 30, 2013

The Regional News - The Reporter

Community sports news

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Stagg’s Ricky Rogers delivers a pitch during last Saturday’s Class 4A Sandburg Regional title game versus Providence.

Stagg (Continued from page 1) behind 2-0 in the count. An inning-ending groundout followed, and the Eagles were forced to leave two men on base.

Alec Nelson’s homer in the sixth ruined Strus’ shutout bid, but O’Neill praised his pitcher for not allowing the dangerous trio of Nelson, Cangelosi and David Cronin to hurt him very much.

Cangelosi, in fact, whiffed three times on the day.

Nick Nowak’s single re-established a three-run cushion for Stagg in the top of the seventh and made Sandburg’s ensuing marker a little less threatening to the Chargers’ well-being.

Justin Joy brought it in with a sacrifice fly.

Bryan Pall took the loss for the Eagles, who were unable to advance out of the regional round for the second consecutive year.

Stagg collected 11 hits off him.

“We made him really, really work,” O’Neill said. “This was really similar to the St. Rita regional game [we won] in 2008.

We told our players afterward, ‘You’re going to remember the game on Wednesday for the rest of your life.’”

Stagg 13 Bloom Twp. 3 The Chargers smacked a dozen hits during last Monday’s play-in game against the Blazing Trojans and were never really in trouble, but Stagg also couldn’t rest easily until it erupted for seven runs in the fifth to put the contest away

via slaughter rule.

“We were a little rusty and we had to sweat through it,” O’Neill said. “It was a lot closer than the [final] score indicated until the fifth.”

Three runs in the second stanza snapped a 2-all tie and put the Chargers in front for good. Stagg took advantage of two Bloom Township errors in the inning and also scored on Farnan’s sacrifice fly.

Kubiak (double) and Brett Stratinsky (fielder’s choice) had the Chargers’ first-inning RBI, while Dwyer’s sacrifice fly extended the edge to 6-2 in the third. All three of those players also contributed hits to Stagg’s late surge, Stratinsky’s double being the biggest as it chased in two runs.

Kubiak had two hits in the fifth inning, and his single was also good for an RBI. He finished the day 4-for-4 with three two-baggers. Others chipping in to the last uprising were Nowak (tworun double) and Rankin (RBI single).

Jeff Goral picked up the pitching victory by going the distance and surrendering five hits. Only one of the Blazing Trojans’ runs off him was earned.

“Even when we were 4-12, we were thinking it over and I thought we could be a player at this point of the season,” O’Neill said.

Providence Catholic 6 Brother Rice 0 The Crusaders’ season ended quietly on Friday, as they could do little against the Celtics’ Godfrey. Erich Lieser’s third-inning single and Andrew Dyke’s leadoff

single in the fifth represented the full extent of Rice’s productivity against Providence.

Ironically, the Crusaders’ only decent scoring opportunity didn’t occur in either of those frames, but in their initial at-bat. Godfrey issued free passes to both Kevin Sullivan and Luke Liebforth to begin the contest, but Rice (21-15) was unable to capitalize.

Brian Musielak, the first of four pitchers employed by the Crusaders, took the loss after lasting just one inning. Musielak, Mike Enriquez, Mike Gianakos and Ian McGinnis scattered seven hits between them, but doing the quartet no favors were three Rice defensive miscues.

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The Palos Thunder 14U travel baseball team took first in a recent tournament.

Palos Thunder capture tournament title

The Palos Thunder 14U travel baseball team captured a championship at the Battle in the Dells Tournament The Thunder out slugged the McHenry Outlaws 12-10 in the title game. Palos’ roster featured Jimmy Lee, Tommy Kaufmann, Trevor Hall, Tim Ladewig, Brett Ladewig, John Farano, Trevor Bumsted, Alex Tenuta, Mike Wayteck, Joey Bennett and Alex Buentello.

Marist falls in regional semifinal

There’ll be no magical journey for Marist’s baseball team this Stagg 011 100 1 - 4 spring.

Sandburg 000 001 1 - 2 A year ago, the RedHawks erased the memory of a so-soregular season by embarking Stagg 2B: Kubiak. RBI: Kubiak, Nowak, on a strong playoff run, one Rankin. WP: Strus (6-3). that brought them regional and Sandburg 2B: Zehme. HR: Nelson. RBI: sectional championships. Marist coach Tom Fabrizio hoped a simJoy, Nelson. LP: Pall. ilar surge was in store for his 2013 club, something that cerBloom Twp. 200 10 - 3 Stagg 231 07 - 13 tainly seemed possible after the RedHawks defeated three quality Stagg 2B: Kubiak 3, Angelos, Nowak, foes during the final week of the Stratinsky. RBI: Stratinsky 3, Kubiak 2, regular schedule and then blasted Nowak 2, Dwyer, Farnan, Rankin. WP: TF North 18-0 last Monday in a regional play-in game.

Goral (5-4).

But manhandling the Class 4A Providence 100 140 0 - 6 host Meteors didn’t adequately Brother Rice 000 000 0 - 0 prepare Marist for its next assignment against Lockport. The Porters blitzed the RedHawks Brother Rice LP: Musielak (7-3). with three-run eruptions in both the first and second innings, and the former went on to register a 9-1 victory on Friday.

Lockport roughed up Marist Stagg LP: Rogers (2-3).

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that conference are used to power pitching,” Wujcik said. “Our best guy maybe throws 80 [miles per hour], so we thought, ‘Let’s try to frustrate them with 62.’ He just frustrated the heck out of them throwing his knuckleball.”

The Bulldogs wrapped up their scoring in the sixth, using an Andrew miscue and Estrella’s swinging bunt to produce the runs. Four Richards players had multiple-hit efforts, the best of which was Zeschke’s 4-for-5 exhibition.

Brother Rice catcher Kyle Hilliard corrals the late throw as a Providence base runner crosses the Lincoln-Way East 4 plate during last week’s 6-0 loss in a semifinal game at the Class 4A Sandburg Regional.

Richards 3 Wujcik said the Bulldogs enkey hit in the three-run rally, but the Vikings to a comfortable tered Saturday’s title clash “with Tholl (RBI) and White also hit advantage and they never wa- the same intensity and attitude” safely. vered after that. Six runs in the as was on display against Andrew, “You always have a tendency to fifth overshadowed the Rams’ and pitcher A.J. Sanchez picked (Continued from page 1) worry about any playoff game, but two scores in that same frame up right where Villafuerte had groundout. especially when you don’t know and quashed any dreams of a St. Laurence struck again in the much about who you’re playing,” comeback the hosts might have third frame and didn’t require a Lotus said. “When you know it’s housed. hit to do so. Kevin White drew a good team or rival, I think the Spearheading St. Laurence’s a free pass, swiped second, went intensity’s built in, but we have to (Continued from page 1) 11-hit attack were Wood (homer, to third on a fly ball and crossed [always] be at our best and have triple), Roger Wilson (two hits, the plate on a wild pitch. consistent at-bats and defensive including a double, two RBI) and with a pitch to give Evergreen a “I don’t think our guys lacked innings.

Tholl (two hits, one run). Other pair of baserunners in the fifth. focus or took it for granted at all,” “It’s important not letting players supplying RBI hits were A sacrifice bunt moved them to Lotus said, “[but] we did make teams hang around and gain conLewis (double), White, Pat Haugh, second and third, respectively, but some easy outs and give away fidence. I think we played pretty Nick Ciannella and Anthony Chi- Branch struck out Mark Martin at-bats. We were fortunate. well, but the two pitchers they mera. Kornacker drove in a run and was on the verge of escaping “At this point, the goal is to threw were excellent.” unscathed. with his groundout. win games, and we did that. But Washington’s hurlers couldn’t Kyle Estand pitched the first Tim Walsh ruined that plan, I think we have to do a little match Kornacker, who no-hit the five innings on a yield of five hits though, by belting a two-run better offensively [in upcoming Minutemen through the first five to pocket the win. Neither of Rea- single. The Mustangs then tacked contests].” innings. He couldn’t complete his vis’ runs off him was earned, and on one more marker in the sixth After Wood left the mound, Zach third no-no of the season, but Estand spiced his effort with three when Mike Reuter doubled and Lewis finished off the Friars with the lone hit Washington manstrikeouts. Frank Greco fanned Corey Miller singled him in. two innings of no-hit ball. The aged wasn’t about to alter the “In playoff baseball, it doesn’t one in an inning of relief. senior whiffed one while wrapping outcome. matter if you’re hitting .600 or up the Vikes’ third consecutive By the time that hit was deliv.200,” Smyth said. “You’ve got to Statistics regional crown. try to get a hit with a man on ered, St. Laurence had tightened If St. Laurence beats St. Rita its grip on the game by scoring third. We’re a little bit on the 000 000 0 - 0 young side, but we’re really just for the third time in four meet- twice more in the fourth stanza Fenwick 101 000 x - 2 trying to get them to think in ings, there exists the possibility and once in the fifth. Kornacker’s St. Laurence of a fourth encounter with Mt. solo homer capped the Vikings’ terms of one play at a time and Carmel on Saturday. The Caravan production, while T.J. Marik St. Laurence RBI: Tholl. WP: Wood (7- not try to overanalyze things.” met Lyons Township in the other (double), Ryan Rybakowski (sac- 1).

As for Meisl, the junior not only sectional semifinal. quieted Brooks’ sticks, but also rifice fly) and White (RBI single) 000 000 0 - 0 registered a season-high seven “In a perfect world, I think once were the principal figures in their Washington St. Laurence 003 210 x - 6 strikeouts. you get to a certain level in the fourth-inning noisemaking. [state] tournament, it should be a “His breaking ball was work*** best-of series,” Lotus said. “That As a final tune-up before the St. Laurence 2B: Marik, Wood. HR: Ko- ing,” Smyth said. “It was falling would give a truer sense of who postseason, St. Laurence tangled rnacker. RBI: Wood 2, Kornacker, Ry- off the table. It was just a clean, the best team is at the end. One with Burbank neighbor Reavis bakowski, Tholl, White. WP: Kornacker quick game.”

(7-1). game is tough.”

And Evergreen’s performance last Monday and came away with St. Laurence 6 a 12-2 slaughter-rule victory in didn’t differ much from what St. Laurence 410 061 - 12 Smyth had seen over the past sevWashington 0 six innings.

000 020 - 2 eral weeks. Once languishing with The Minutemen’s one crack at “We wanted to play just to see Reavis toppling the Vikings didn’t pan some live pitching,” Lotus said. “It a 3-10 record, the Mustangs have out well, although St. Laurence was also good to have some game St. Laurence 2B: Lewis, Wilson. 3B: Wood. won 13 of their last 18 outings. waited until the third inning to situations you can’t replicate in HR: Wood. RBI: Wilson 2, Ciannella, Chi- When asked if he thought Evmera, Haugh, Kornacker, Lewis, White, ergreen was ostensibly playing construct a lead on Wednesday. practice.”

Wood’s two-run double was the A four-run first inning staked Wood. WP: Estand (4-1). with house money from here on

Vikings

Mustangs

sophomore pitcher Rich Kairis and finished the day with 16 hits, while its own hurler, Evan Martens, stopped the RedHawks (1418) on four hits. Martens struck out six batters.

The Porters’ first six hitters reached base against Kairis and five Lockport players totaled at least two hits in the game. The main weapon was Austin Kolmodin, who went 4-for-4 with two doubles and four RBI. Also lending a hand were Dan Sullivan (3-for-5), Ron Sessler (two hits), Doug Matthews (two) and Thomas Smith (two).

By contrast, Marist did not collect its initial safety until the fifth inning, when Blake Bieniek broke up Martens’ no-hit bid with a two-out single. Marty Mehalek, Jack Gainer and All-East Suburban Catholic Conference selection Cody Bohanek supplied the RedHawks’ other hits.

Harrigan named Brother Rice basketball coach

Rick Harrigan, a 2002 graduate of Brother Rice, is returning to his alma mater to become its head basketball coach.

Harrigan replaces Pat Richardson, who stepped down from the position after 24 years and 433 wins.

Harrigan helped Richardson collect a number of those victories during his prep career, which featured Harrigan winning the Chicago Catholic League’s prestigious Tony Lawless Award as a senior. He is the Crusaders’ record holder in points (704), made left off.

“Sanchez was dealing,” Wujcik said. “In the sixth inning, he ran out of gas.”

Richards was nursing a 2-0 edge at that juncture, one built in the fifth off three singles and RBI groundouts from Hall and Jim Wujcik. The Bulldogs had wasted a leadoff double by Hall in the fourth and squandered a two-on, no-out situation in the first.

Those shortcomings proved particularly crucial after the Griffins roared in front. Aaron Donald’s two-run double was the pivotal hit, but Lincoln-Way East also benefited from a pair of RBI singles in the sixth.

Richards was down to its last out in the seventh, but Jim Wujcik’s double kept the stanza alive. Hall’s single reduced the ’Dogs’ deficit to one, then Smith hit a flare to the outfield, but was retired trying to stretch his hit into a double.

Although sorry to see things considering it just accomplished something that hadn’t been done in 55 years at the school, Smyth said, “Not yet.”

“I really felt we could do this [because] we’ve been playing some pretty good ball,” he said. “We’re excited for the opportunity [to play in a sectional]. If we keep picking up the baseball like we have been and pitching like we have, we’re a couple timely hits away from winning any game.”

Evergreen Park 5 Morgan Park 3 A 13-inning showdown between Brooks and Corliss pushed the start time of Thursday’s Mustangs-versus-Mustangs matchup back to 9 p.m., but Evergreen found the wait to be well worth it.

Morgan Park had gotten the better of its namesakes in an early season confrontation, but Evergreen turned the tables by flashing some top-shelf defense.

Reuter made an impressive catch in the outfield that likely saved a couple runs in the fifth, Martin and Walsh provided airtight glove work on the left side of the infield throughout the evening, and Miller, Martin and Kyle Venhuizen joined forces to execute a 4-6-3 double play in the sixth that helped the Mustangs sidestep danger.

Morgan Park did tally once in that latter inning, but it had filled the sacks with no one out, so Smyth felt good about the escape.

“Defensively, we were just about

field goals (244), made 3-pointers (115) and highest single-season scoring average (24.3 points per game).

Harrigan attended Augusta University and later became an assistant coach there. At Rice, he will also serve as the assistant director of admissions.

Trinity Christian to conduct summer camps

Trinity Christian College will offer a wide variety of week long sports camps for youngsters during the months of June and July.

Included among them will be separate ones for both boys’ and girls’ basketball, plus baseball, soccer, track and volleyball. Boys’ basketball will be held in two sessions (June 10-14 and July 15-19) and is open to grades 3-8, while the girls’ camp is designed for grades 5-12 and will run June 1721. The baseball camp, for grades 1-8, will also be conducted June 17-21.

The soccer, track and volleyball camps are open to both boys and girls. Soccer, for grades K-8, will run June 24-28; track, for grades 3-8, will go July 8-12; and volleyball, for grades 5-9, will be held July 22-26.

Trinity head coaches and athletes will serve as camp instructors. In addition, individual basketball instruction will be offered throughout the summer.

For more information or to register online, visit www.trnty. edu/summercamps. For questions, contact the athletics department at 239-4779. end that way, Coach Wujcik didn’t pass out any blame.

“Anthony did what we preach: be aggressive on the bases and take advantage of opportunities,” he said.

Statistics Richards Lincoln-Way East

000 020 1 - 3 000 004 x - 4

Richards 2B: Hall, Wujcik. RBI: Hall 2, Wujcik. LP: Sanchez.

Richards Andrew

600 002 0 - 8 000 000 0 - 0

Richards RBI: Estrella 2, Kendryna 2, Wujcik 2, Weinert. WP: Villafuerte (1-3).

Eisenhower Richards

001 010 2 - 4 300 221 x - 8

Richards 2B: Smith 2. 3B: Hall, Mallo, Miller. RBI: Mallo 2, Hall, Miller, Smith, Wujcik, Zeschke. WP: Fortier (6-1).

flawless,” he said. “We knew it was going to be a good game. Morgan Park was the No. 1 seed in the city playoffs, so it was really a quality win.”

Martin delivered Evergreen’s initial run in the bottom of the first, which created a 1-all tie.

After drawing a walk, the sophomore was sacrificed to second, stole third and then sprinted home when a throw to the bag went awry.

Singles by Venhuizen and Kevin Farmer gave the Mustangs a 3-2 advantage in the third, then Martin belted a two-RBI single in the fourth to complete Evergreen’s scoring.

“We executed offensively and it was a really, really clean game,” Smyth said.

Venhuizen worked the first five innings on the mound to gain the win, while Meisl chalked up a save in relief after snuffing out Morgan Park’s potential sixth-inning rally and then pitching an uneventful seventh. Between them, the two hurlers fanned five.

Statistics Morgan Park Evergreen Park

101 001 0 - 3 102 200 x - 5

Evergreen Park RBI: Martin 2, Farmer, Venhuizen. WP: Venhuizen (3-3).

Brooks Prep Evergreen Park

000 000 0 - 0 000 021 x - 3

Evergreen Park 2B: Reuter. RBI: T. Walsh 2, Miller. WP: Meisl (6-2).

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‘Fast & Furious’ hits a half dozen

Thursday, May 30, 2013

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1. Golden, Lady Antebellum, Capitol Nashville 2. The Great Gatsby: Music From Baz Luhrmann’s Film, Soundtrack, Water Tower Music/ Interscope Records 3. Now 46, Various Ar­ tists,Universal Music Group 4. To Be Loved, Michael Buble, Reprise 5. Annie Up, Pistol Annies, SONY NASHVILLE/ RCA 6. The 20/20 Experience, Justin Timberlake, RCA 7. Time, Rod Stewart, Capi­ tol 8. Life on a Rock, Kenny Chesney,Blue Chair Records, LLC/Columbia Nashville

1. Can’t Hold Us, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, featuring Ray Dal­ ton, Macklemore 2. Just Give Me a Reason, Pink, featuring Nate Ruess, RCA Record 3. Mirrors, Justin Timberlake, RCA Records 4. When I Was Your Man, Bruno Mars, Atlantic Records 5. Stay, Rihanna, featuring Mikky Ekko, Def Jam 6. Come & Get It, Selena Go­ mez, Hollywood Records 7. Thrift Shop, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, featuring Wanz, Macklemore 8. Radioactive, Imagine Drag­ ons, Kid Ina Korner/Interscope

1. Finding Nemo 3-D, Walt Disney Studios, G 2. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, Warner Bros., PG-13 3. Les Miserables, Universal Pictures, PG-13 4. Django Unchained, The Weinstein Company, R 5. Cloud Atlas, Warner Bros., R 6. Silver Linings Playbook, The Weinstein Company, R 7. Lincoln, Touchstone Pic­ tures, PG-13 8. Killing Them Softly, The Weinstein Company, R 9. Texas Chainsaw 3D, Li­ onsgate, R

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Dwayne Johnson returns for another dose of action in “Fast & Furious 6.” Vin Diesel and Paul Walker also star in the film directed by Justin Lin.

by Jase Howell Try to imagine the thought pro­ cess for Universal Studio execs when looking at “Fast and Furious 6” in pre-production.

Insanely fast cars that defy physics? Check. Scantily-clad women? Check. Pulsing hip hop/ electronica soundtrack? Check.

Vin Diesel and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson striking bad-a-- poses and spouting corny macho dialogue (with or out without managing to fit all four of their biceps in the frame)? Check.

Script? Who cares?

Yes, indeed, when the essen­ tial elements are in place who worries about trivialities such as story arcs” We have nitrous ox­ ide guzzling street machines and two “actors” that could qualify as candidates for being the miss­ ing link.

Despite the success of the origi­ nal “The Fast and the Furious” in 2001, it’s doubtful anyone would have seen the surprise hit spawn five sequels with a seventh on the way (the mention of the seventh spoils no surprises and is already listed as in pre-production on imdb.com). But, alas, the series continues to thrill its demograph­ ics, that being 18- to 25-year-olds, anyone who watches NASCAR or pro wrestling; “men” for whom the annual swimsuit issue is the only Sports Illustrated they buy; the attention-deficit disordered who can only tolerate films that run at music video speed, and with proportionately the same depth; and/or any combination of the above. That said, the series has grossed more than a billion dol­ lars, proving these to be profitable demographics.

The first film was directed by Rob Cohen, who seriously has to wondering how he didn’t ride this gravy train longer. Ditto for John Singleton, who helmed the second offering “2 Fast 2 Furious.”

Justin Lin took over with “Tokyo Drift” and has yet to relinquish the reigns, possibly with the intent of riding this into the prodigious numbers of “007” territory. Lin has a nice handle on what fans want from these films, and has been able to raise the stakes with each subsequent offering. He has built off what started with four central characters and has morphed “the family” of street

racers into at least nine and count­ ing, a sort of gear-head version of “The Avengers.”

“Fast and Furious” picks up from the short cliffhanger (another Lin touch) of “Fast Five.” CIA opera­ tive Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson) has photographic proof that Letty (Mi­ chelle Rodriguez), presumed dead since the fourth film, is still alive and working with a hijacking team in Europe. Letty is, of course, the longtime love of Dominic Torreto (Vin Diesel). After the cool pay­ out, he and the team pulled from their last job, Brian O’Conner (Paul Walker) and Mia (Jordana Brewster) have retired to a tropical paradise with their newborn son; but one quick visit by Hobbs and Torreto is going to tempt Letty to get back in the game. This is accom­ plished with very little persuasion, and just about everyone else that has appeared in one of these films gets involved. They come from all over the world to descend upon London.

In short, Hobb’s needs Dom’s crew to take down the European crew led by Owen Shaw (Luke Ev­ ans), an ex-Special Forces soldier intent on getting his hands on a chip that can create massive havoc on a country and its defenses, and selling it to the highest bidder.

Being that the filmmakers re­ ally hadn’t bothered explaining much about any of this ridiculous scenario and why street racers are the only people who can save the free world, I’ll not bother try­ ing to either. The only reason for any of this doomsday junk is to set Torreto’s group at odds with the supposedly more dangerous European crew. Then and only then can we commence with the 90 or so minutes of the two groups racing each other, shooting at each other, and beating the pulp out of each other. Make no mistake, Lin is very good at choreographing all of the above, which is good because there isn’t very much else. Sure there some running jokes and banter when the actors take a minute to catch their breath, and there are also some romantic dashes mixed in (probably a cumulative three and half minutes worth).

But let’s face it, if you’re going to see “Fast and Furious 6” you know exactly what you want, and so does Lin. Ditto can be said of the actors, many of whom we

don’t even see in films other than the “F&F” franchise. As always, the attempt is made — and in this case successfully — to be more outrageous, for better or for worse. “Fast and Furious 6” employs airplanes, tanks, Indy car/Hummer hybrids, and one of the longest airstrips man could conceive. Stylistically, the film dif­ fers ever so slightly in letting off slightly on race scenes in order to make room for gunfire and handto-hand combat. Either way, this is action galore.

There really isn’t a need to clas­ sify the performances here, suffice to say they just are what they are this far along, although MMA standout Gina Carano deserves some high praise for her role.

Granted, she isn’t ask to speak much and is mostly there just for fisticuffs, but heck of job.

There is an odd attraction to “F&F” movies, the more over-thetop they get the more irresistible they become. When you buy the ticket you’re expecting nothing but an adrenaline rush and the films deliver time and time again.

The films are akin to a roller coaster you love. You’ve ridden it many times before, you know where the twists and turns are, but the rush coupled with famil­ iarity keeps you riding every time at the amusement park. Some of these rides have been around for decades, and who knows how far the “Fast and Furious” can go.

Top Country Albums 1. Golden, Lady Antebellum, Capitol Nashville 2. Annie Up, Pistol Annies, SONY NASHVILLE/ RCA 3. Life on a Rock, Kenny Chesney, Blue Chair Records, LLC / Columbia Nashville 4. Based on a True Story..., Blake Shelton, Warner Bros.

5. Nashville: The Music of Nashville: Season 1: Volume 2, Soundtrack, Big Machine Re­ cords 6. Here’s To The Good Times, Florida Georgia Line, Republic Nashville 7. Pioneer, The Band Perry, Republic Nashville 8. Precious Memories: Volume II, Alan Jackson, EMI 9. Spring Break: Here to Party, Luke Bryan, Capitol 10. NOW That’s What I Call A Country Party, Various Artists, Universal Music Group

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Buy Brighton bracelets to benefit The Center For the second year in a row, the Children’s Art Program at The Center has been chosen as a beneficiary of Brighton Collectible’s summer Americana Jewelry Campaign.

The campaign enables The Center to offer scholarships to financially needy young artists and provides art supplies for the children’s programs.

For each limited edition Brighton Americana I.D. Bracelet purchased for $48 and each Independence Charm Holder Bracelet purchased for $58 at the Orland Square Brighton Collectibles store from May 24 through July 31, 50 percent of the retail price will be donated to The Center’s Children’s Art program.

Additionally, 20 percent of all purchases made at the Orland store on Sunday, June 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. will be donated to the children’s art program. Last year the Orland Brighton store presented The Center with a check for more than $4,164 from their Americana summer campaign.

Information about the children’s art program at The Center, including details about scholarships and about the Brighton bracelet campaign, is available at 361-3650 or www.thecenterpalos.org. Information about Brighton Collectibles is available at www.brighton.com, or by calling the Orland Brighton Collectibles store at 873-1658.

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Broaden Your Horizons This week Labyrinth luncheon Labyrinths are the focus of a luncheon program on Tuesday, June 4, from noon to 2 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park.

Labyrinths are ancient walking meditation tools and have been part of the Christian tradition since the fourth century. Pasto­ ral Director Chris Hopkins will discuss the “healing grace of the labyrinth” and how it can provide healthy physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits. Following the discussion, guests will be invited to walk the labyrinth. Until a permanent labyrinth is built at The Center, Hopkins’ 30 foot wide vinyl labyrinth is rolled out for labyrinth programs. The labyrinth will also be available for walking on June 1 and 2, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The June 4 luncheon begins at noon, cost $16 per person, and requires advance reservations.

Call 361-3650.

Upcoming Retreat for women writers at The Port “The Writing Life: Nurturing Your Gift; Building Your Skills,” a retreat for women writers, is scheduled on Saturday, June 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fee is $30.

The program is offered by the Word Weavers Woman’s Writing

Group at the Portiuncula Center for Prayer, 9263 W. St. Francis Road, Frankfort.

Presenter Vinita Hampton Wright brings to the event 22 years of experience as a book editor, author of both fiction and non-fiction books and a decade of directing retreats focusing on writing and creativity. Her book, “The Soul Tells a Story” — a re­ source for the creative life, pro­ vides groundwork for the day’s program along with a focus on developing the craft of writing.

For more information and to register, call the Port at (815) 4643880, or online at portforprayer. org. The $30 cash fee is to be paid at the event. Light refreshments are included.

Island Rendezvous at Isle a la Cache The annual Island Rendezvous, now in its 30th year, will be Sat­ urday and Sunday, June 8 and 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., both days, at Isle a la Cache Museum, in Romeoville.

This free, all-age family festival is devoted to the French fur-trad­ ing era, features re-enactors and entertainers portraying traders, explorers and Native Americans in the 18th century.

Visitors can wander through a voyageur encampment and ob­ serve period crafts, watch dem­ onstrations of 18th-century skills and enjoy live period music. Other activities include story telling and children’s games and crafts.

Demonstrations including mus­ ket shooting contests, tomahawk throws and Native American ag­

ricultural practices will be pre­ sented both days.

Isle a la Cache Museum, devoted to the 18th-century fur trade, will be open both days. Admission to the museum is free.

Vendors will be on hand with clothing, jewelry, tools and other crafts from the period that can be purchased. Food will also be available for sale.

Parking is free of charge.

Most locations are accessible via paved or limestone paths, and some activities will take place on level surfaces across uneven terrain.

Isle a la Cache Museum is at 501 E. 135th St. (Romeo Road), ½-mile east of Route 53 in Ro­ meoville.

For information, call Isle a la Cache Museum at (815) 886-1467 or visit ReconnectWithNature.org for a full schedule of both days’ activities.

Lapidary class The Center offers five week lapidary classes beginning Mon­ day, June 10, from 9 to 11 a.m. at 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park.

Instructor Larry Rothenberg teaches students to use rock saws and water-cooled wheels for turning rough hunks of rock into polished gemstones. The Center’s lapidary program works in tandem with The Center’s silver jewelry classes, which enable students to set their stones into silver fittings.

The 6-week class cost is $84 plus a $10 materials fee for new students. Students purchase rocks for future projects. Registration is required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Weaving class A new weaving class begins at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 12, for six weeks, or on either June 12 or July 3 for three weeks.

Weaver Nettie Botts of Palos Park teaches each new student to create a sampler on portable table looms during their first three weeks in her class. For those who continue, Botts then helps them to design a project of their own choosing. Experienced weavers de­ sign projects in the pattern weave of their choice, using either the table looms or the large floor looms.

Weavers make projects such as scarves and table linens of their own color scheme and design.

The cost of the weaving class is $84 for 6 weeks or $42 for 3 weeks, plus a $10 materials fee for new weavers’ samplers. Students will purchase their own threads and yarns for future projects.

Registration is required. Call 361-3650.

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Summer wellness breakfasts Healthy eating and fitness are featured at a Tuesday morning summer wellness breakfast series at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. An orientation session and breakfast will be held June 11, at 7:30 a.m.

Meeting the following 10 Tuesday mornings at 7:30 a.m., the program includes weekly discussions of simple, creative, practical approaches to healthy eating and fitness, based on ideas from Julia Cameron’s “The Writer’s Diet,” in which Cameron encourage folks to journal instead of overeating.

The program is facilitated by Lois Lauer and Sharon Butler, MHS, CRADC. Butler is shown with Julia Cameron’s “The Writer’s Diet.”

There is no cost for the introductory session on June 11, but a phone reservation is requested. Beginning June 18, the 10 week series costs $100, which includes a simple breakfast each week.

Participants are asked to purchase their own copy of Julia Cameron’s book and begin the readings before the first class on June 18. To register, call 361-3650.

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Zachary Quinto and Chris Pine return as Spock and Capt. Kirk in J.J. Abrams’ second installment of “Star Trek.”

Second ‘Star Trek’ installment meekly goes where franchise has been before

by Jase Howell “To boldly go where no man has gone before” may be the mantra of the starship Enterprise, however, it seems J.J. Abrams may have lost touch with that a bit given his underwhelming stab at the second installment of the vener­ able series.

It’s one thing to supply a film so rife with history, some reference points and quirks, but retreading an earlier villain once played so excellently by Ricardo Montalbon is hardly the definition of imag­ ination. After all, the franchise is set in outer space, where the possibilities are endless — there are no virtually no restraints for Abrams and his team. They can create any kind of worlds with any kind of species. There may be no easier setting to work with in order to bring the truly fantastic to the big screen.

So what does Abrams provide in “Star Trek Into Darkness”? Un­ fortunately, Khan and Klingons that seem to have gone through very few changes since being in­ troduced some 30-plus years ago.

This will probably mean little to die-hard fans, and in fact may even comfort them some, but nonTrekkies may be expecting a bit more of an upgrade in 2013. After all, this is a film competing with some heavy hitters this summer season.

This is not to say the film is completely lacking in visual style.

In the opening scene we find Kirk (Chris Pine) and Bones (Karl Ur­ ban) racing through a jungle on

a remote planet in an attempt to save a primitive race from a volcanic eruption. The scene actu­ ally has a bit of a “Raiders of the Lost Ark” feel to it, and sets up some plot points in vivid fashion.

Sadly, the film could have had more of this kind of juice.

Anyway, because Kirk deviated from Star Fleet protocol, he is stripped of his captain’s duties and relegated to second in com­ mand behind Admiral Pike (Bruce Greenwood), the man who gave Kirk the Enterprise in the first place. After several attacks on Star Fleet, however, Pike is out of the picture (literally), and the man responsible is hiding in Klingon territory. Bent on revenge, Kirk strikes up a deal with Admiral Marcus (Peter Weller) in which Kirk and company are to nuke the perpetrator, without Star Fleet having any acknowledgement of the mission.

And yes, that is “the” Peter Weller, Robocop himself, that Abrams managed to dig up from somewhere.

Kirk and his crew find out on this mission people and their motives are not exactly what they seem. We also find Scotty (Simon Pegg) relieving himself of duty, and Uhura (Zoe Saldana) and Spock (Zachary Quinto) in a bizarre romantic tiff. I say bi­ zarre because any time “Spock” and “romantic” are used in the same sentence, bizarre must be added.

Some of this works as it did in Abrams’ first “Star Trek” film, in which he used a sort

of prequel-type approach to the characters and breathed some fresh air into them. Unfortunate­ ly, he can’t rely on that crutch this time around, so... bring on the Klingons! There is enough momentum and zippy humorous lines to keep the film moving soundly enough, but the visuals and story seem to be just that — enough to keep it moving.

This film is certainly not blow­ ing anyone away as you would expect a movie of this genre to at least attempt. By the time the climactic scenes arrive — and they are very impressive — they seem too late to make the kind of impressive mark Abrams made before. We wonder where was the urgency to provide some real intrigue for most of the film.

“Star Trek Into Darkness” is still a more-than-viable entry into the legacy of the Enterprise films.

Young actors such as Pine, Quinto, Saldana, Urban, John Cho and Anton Yelchin are picture-perfect portraying long cherished char­ acters, and that alone carries a great amount of weight. But it would have been nice to see screenwriters Robert Oro, Alex Kurtzman and Damon Lindelof inject some more impressive plot twists because clever zingers only go so far.

As for Abrams, we know he is capable of much more creatively than he gives us here. After all, it’s outer space, where there are no barriers unless one creates them. Hopefully he’ll be a little more careful when setting up the blocks next time around.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION GUIDANCE RESIDENTIAL, LLC Plaintiff, -v.MOHAMMAD M. MOSA, LINDA MOSA, 20040000384, LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 10 CH 043183 8746 S. 81ST AVENUE 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 March 18, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 20, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8746 S. 81ST AVENUE, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-02-205-029. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certiďƒžed 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 certiďƒžed 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 ISâ€? condition. The sale is further subject to conďƒžrmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certiďƒžcate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after conďƒžrmation 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 ďƒžle to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court ďƒžle 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 ďƒžle number 14-10-34967. 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. 1410-34967 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 10 CH 043183 TJSC#: 33-7212 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION METLIFE HOME LOAN, A DIVISION OF METLIFE BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, v s . ďż˝ AGNIESZKA ZAJDA; MARCIN PSZCZOLA; THE R I V I E R A ďż˝ IN PALOS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION; U N K N O W N ďż˝ OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , ďż˝ 12 CH 5588 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on December 12, 2012, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, June 24, 2013, 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. 23-23-112-036-0000.

Commonly known as 7 COUR MASSON, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a townhouse 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 1128909.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I532442

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.ZUHAIR ABDELLATIF, NAZIK HALAH, BROOK HILLS HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION Defendants 10 CH 038418 17124 KROPP COURT 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 November 21, 2011, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 20, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 17124 KROPP COURT, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-30-401-008. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certiďƒžed 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 certiďƒžed 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 ISâ€? condition. The sale is further subject to conďƒžrmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certiďƒžcate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after conďƒžrmation 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 ďƒžle to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court ďƒžle 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 ďƒžle number 14-10-30214. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-10-30214 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 10 CH 038418 TJSC#: 33-12448 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 Notice Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N , ďż˝ P l a i n t i f f ďż˝ V . ďż˝ PATRICIA S. HENRICKSON; CONDOMINIUMS OF EDELWEISS, INC.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, D e f e n d a n t s ďż˝ 11 CH 19739 Property Address: 11541 AUTOBAHN DRIVE E UNIT 202 PALOS PARK, IL 60464 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE C O N D O M I N I U M ďż˝ Fisher and Shapiro file # 11-051808 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure s a l e s . ) ďż˝ PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on March 28, 2013, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on July 1, 2013, 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 11541 Autobahn Drive E, Unit 202, Palos Park, IL 60464 Permanent Index No.: 23-23-416-027-1052 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 the assessments and the legal fees required by 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

The judgment amount was $166,483.18. 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 . ďż˝ For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only.

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For Notice Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORP. III; P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v s . ďż˝ MICHAEL W. RISTIC AND JOSEPHINA RISTIC; D e f e n d a n t s , ďż˝ 12 CH 41067 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on March 14, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, June 17, 2013, 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 mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 8942 Sandra Lane, Hickory Hills, IL 60457.

P.I.N. 23-03-408-023.

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 within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The judgment amount was $272,051.55. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff's Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125. Ref. No. 12-04105 I531318

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR LONG BEACH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-5, P l a i n t i f f ďż˝ V . ďż˝ KHALED JAMIL SHALTAF; AKRAM QANDEEL; NISREEN AD QANDEEL A/K/A NISREEN AD Q A N D E E K , ďż˝ D e f e n d a n t s ďż˝ 09 CH 3352 Property Address: 10112 South 81st Court Palos Hills, IL 60465 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 08-015653 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure s a l e s . ) ďż˝ PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on September 14, 2011, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on June 24, 2013, 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 10112 South 81st Court, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Permanent Index No.: 23-11-405-040 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

The judgment amount was $714,784.50. 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 i n f o r m a t i o n . ďż˝ For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ALBANY BANK AND TRUST COMPANY NA; P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v s . ďż˝ 11824 S.W. HIGHWAY (PALOS HEIGHTS) LLC; DAN DEVELOPMENT, LIMITED; UNKNOWN OWNERS A N D ďż˝ NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 29323 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on March 12, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, June 13, 2013, 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 mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 23-24-300-131-0000.

Commonly known as 11824 Southwest Highway, Palos Heights, IL 60463.

The mortgaged real estate is a mulit-tenant medical office building. The property maybe made available for inspection by contacting Jeffrey W. Finke at (312) 606-3333. Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds.

For information call Mr. Jeffrey W. Finke at Law Offices of Jeffrey W. Finke, 55 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Plaintiff, -v.ROBERT W. WELLS JR A/K/A ROBERT W. WELLS, KIMBERLY A. WELLS A/K/A KIMBERLY ANN WELLS, HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION III Defendants 11 CH 037847 7648 W. 105TH STREET PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 24, 2012, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 7, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7648 W. 105TH STREET, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-13-107035. The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certied 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 certied 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 conrmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certicate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after conrmation 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 le to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court le 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 le number 14-11-35527. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-11-35527 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 037847 TJSC#: 33-11337 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 ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Plaintiff, -v.DONALD J. SMALL, MELISSA FOGARTY, VILLAGE SQUARE OF ORLAND CONDOMINIUM 1 ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 027919 9204 ERIN LANE ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 21, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 10, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9204 ERIN LANE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-15-301-026-1042. The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certied 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 certied 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 conrmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certicate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after conrmation 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 le to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court le 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 le number 14-12-21785. 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. 14-12-21785 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 027919 TJSC#: 33-11384 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 Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Cook County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division.

JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � Jessica Wojtysiak; The Hills Homeowners Association; The Hills of Palos Condominium Association; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants D e f e n d a n t s , � 12 CH 34350 Sheriff's # 130371 F12080312 CHOH Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on July 8, 2013, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Common Address: 3 Cinnamon Creek Drive Unit 32S and G1-D-15 and P-1-9-15, Palos Hills, 60465 P.I.N: 23-10-200-015-1015; 23-10-200-015-1041 Improvements: This property consists of a Residential Condominium Unit with parking space.

Sale shall be under the following terms: payment of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the successful and highest bid to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier's check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier's check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special a s s e s s m e n t s . � Premise will NOT be open for inspection.

The purchaser of a condominium unit, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments as required by 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1) Firm Information: Plaintiff's Attorney FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC Anthony Porto 1807 W. DIEHL., Ste 333 Naperville, IL 60566-7228 forecl o s u r e n o t i c e @ f a l - i l l i n o i s . c o m � 866-402-8661 fax 630-428-4620 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I529762

For Notice Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2007-OPT5, A S S E T � BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-OPT5 P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF M A R G A R E T � DENNIGER, SUZANNE DENNIGER, THOMAS DENNIGER, CHRISTINE DENNIGER, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD C L A I M A N T S . � D e f e n d a n t s , � 12 CH 17082 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on March 11, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, June 14, 2013 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real e s t a t e : � P.I.N. 23-11-204-007-0000.

Commonly known as 9741 South 81st Court, Palos Hills, IL 60465.

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 Mr. David C. Kluever at Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(312) 236-0077.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I529949

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For Notice Sale

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For Notice Sale

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR NEW CENTURY HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2004-4 Plaintiff, -v.RICHARD JESSE, CAROL M. JESSE, FOUNDERS BANK, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED MARCH 31, 2005 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 6658, NEW CENTURY MORTGAGE CORPORATION Defendants 12 CH 34237 16431 SOUTH 89TH AVENUE 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 20, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 24, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 16431 SOUTH 89TH AVENUE, Orland Park, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27224060060000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $216,396.03. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432. Please refer to file number 12IL00337-1. 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. RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 Attorney File No. 12IL00337-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 12 CH 34237 TJSC#: 33-7305 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.

I533067

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK N.A. Plaintiff, -v.ABDEL ABUISNEINEH, COLONADES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION #1 Defendants 12 CH 012200 7305 TIFFANY DRIVE UNIT #3B 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 11, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 13, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7305 TIFFANY DRIVE UNIT #3B, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-13-409-018-1010. 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-09354. 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. 1412-09354 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 012200 TJSC#: 33-6868 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 UNITED CENTRAL BANK, A TEXAS BANKING CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.JOY CHEMMACHEL, SHILA J. CHEMMACHEL, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., REPUBLIC BANK OF CHICAGO, THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 18855 8801 W. 87TH 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 May 2, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 14, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8801 W. 87TH STREET, Hickory Hills, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-03-201-014-0000. The real estate is improved with a gasoline station. The judgment amount was $2,119,574.83. 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. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: NADA DJORDJEVIC, BOODELL & DOMANSKIS, LLC, 353 North Clark Street, Suite 1800, Chicago, IL 60654, (312) 938-4070. 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. BOODELL & DOMANSKIS, LLC 353 North Clark Street, Suite 1800 Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 938-4070 Attorney Code. 46656 Case Number: 11 CH 18855 TJSC#: 33-11810 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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TANKER DRIVERS! Earn up to $.51 per Mile!

New Fleet Volvo Tractors!

1 Year OTR Exp. Req. Tanker Training Available.

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Masonry

Paul Lally’s Masonry Inc. — Since 1988 —

TUCKPOINTING • BRICK WORK ALL CHIMNEY REPAIRS CONCRETE WORK Free Estimates • Fully Insured

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Remodeling

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Publisher’s Notice

TRAINING/EDUCATION

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. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1 (800) 927-9275.

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We are conveniently located on the North West corner at the intersection of 131st St. & LaGrange Rd. in Palos Park with 21 stores offering various services and products, from everyday groceries and supplies to relaxation and fashion, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for at Mill Creek! Visit us today!

New PatieNt SPecial Basic cleaning, exam & X-Rays

only

We’ll provide you with that Winning Smile!

$99.95*

Are you our customer?

Joy’s Best Friends Best Bites is located at 13034 S. LaGrange Road. We carry a large selection of all natural pet food and treats that have no China ingredients.

Our dog & cat foods include dry, raw and frozen. Some brands are: Acana, Annamaet, Born Free, Evanger’s, Fromm, Orijen, Northwest Naturals, Party Animal, Stella & Chewy’s, Weruva, Zignature & More!

expires 8/31/13 *Normally $290.

Does not include periodontal treatment.

New patients only. Must present coupon.

Shoppes at Mill Creek Location Only

See Store for more details.

$3 Off $20 purchase

Dr. Vincent Greci & Dr. Sheri Zentic-Greci

Excludes Acana and Orijen brands. Expires 6/30/13.

Hurry in to register your dog as a Dog Of The Month contestant. Have your relatives, friends and neighbors stop by and VOTE for your dog. Contest winner will win a $100 gift certificate. Voting begins on June 1, IN STORE ONLY. Get 1 vote for every item purchased thru June 25!

The dog with the most votes wins.

708.361.9656

www.millcreeksmiles.com

FREE order of

Dog of the Week - Layla!

(708) 448-1515

Buy any loaf of Bread Get a loaf of White or Wheat for

standard checks with new checking accounts*

FREE!

www.standardbanks.com Member FDIC *Checks not available with the Second Chance Banking Account Shoppes at Mill Creek location only.

If so, your “Best Friend” can be featured as our “Dog of the Week” in the Regional Newspaper.

708-499-2062 | www.standardbanks.com

9646 W. 131st St. (Next to Jewel) 708-361-6016 www.handkneaded.com

Must present coupon.

One free loaf per customer please. Shoppes at Mill Creek location only.

Expires 6/30/13

In Today’s Real Estate Market, Are You Looking for True Professionals?

CALL RE/MAX “10”

708-923-0900 in The Park 708-857-1500 of Oak Lawn 773-735-6000 in Chicago

All Gold & Silver Jewelry

Not valid with monetary metal or specialty items.

Scrap only. Not valid with any other offer.

Outstanding Agents - Outstanding Results

ONLiNe CheCk-iN! Download our free app today or visit greatclips.com

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$ 99 Haircut

13002 LaGrange Rd., Palos Park • 708-923-0772 Not valid with any other offer. No appointment necessary.

Shoppes at Mill Creek Location Only Expires 7/15/13

Great Clips in Palos Park offers quick and efficient haircuts at a value of $13 for adults and $11 for kids and seniors. Our team of stylists will provide you with a top-notch haircut and a friendly customer service experience.

For a limited offer, get a free haircut (the day of your haircut) when you purchase four $9.99 “Great Cards.” So hurry in and purchase your “Great Card.” This offer will expire June 30, 2013.

You never need an appointment at Great Clips; just walk right in and get that “Great” haircut.

IT’S GONNA BE GREAT!!!!

STORE COUPON

Valid 5/23/13 - 6/30/13

SAVE 5 $

Valid only at Jewel-Osco, 9652 W. 131st St., Palos Park, IL (The Shoppes at Mill Creek) Valid 5/23/13 - 6/30/13