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Worth mayor: Restrictions hurting dispensary Werner and facility’s CEO say state laws have hindered Windy City Cannabis By Joe Boyle
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Windy City Cannabis in Worth has not met the expected prescription requests since it opened in January. Worth Mayor Mary Werner said that ailments that could be treated with medicinal marijuana have been restricted due to changes made by Gov. Rauner.
Worth Mayor Mary Werner says the addition of the medical marijuana dispensary in the village has been a positive one. Now her main concern is: Will the facility be able to remain open? Werner addressed that concern — fueled by government restrictions on what diseases and ailments qualify for medicinal marijuana — during the recent Chicago Ridge Worth Chamber of Commerce luncheon. Werner first gave the crowd some background about Windy City Cannabis, 11425 S. Harlem Ave., which officially opened its doors in January. Structural repairs had to be made in November
and December to the building, which was a former children’s clothing store. The dispensary became a reality after two years of discussions and meetings with residents to alleviate their fears about the business. Speculation ranged from the building attracting drug addicts and increasing crime in the area. Those concerns were put to rest through a series of meetings that were held. The medicinal marijuana is designed to alleviate pain that patients have from a variety of ailments. Illinois law has 39 conditions and diseases that already qualify for medicinal marijuana use with a doctor’s signature. Cancer, glaucoma, HIV, hepatitis C and multiple sclerosis already qualify. Werner was confident that the dis-
pensary would be a success. However, reports indicated that some of the dispensaries that recently opened are lacking patients. The reason for that, according to some officials, is that some diseases do not qualify for medicinal marijuana under Illinois law. Werner agrees with that assessment. She believes that the tight restrictions Illinois has implemented on allowing medicinal marijuana prescriptions for some aliments has hampered the Worth facility. The conditions recommended by the advisory board that were rejected last year were: anorexia nervosa, chronic post-operative pain, Ehlers-Danlos
Only 5,000 people are signed up for medical marijuana, and the developers were hoping for 10,000 people.”
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Local colleges, universities carrying on despite state budget crisis By Joe Boyle While Gov. Bruce Rauner and House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-22nd) continue their grudge match in the latest round of the state budget impasse, local colleges and universities are remaining afloat despite no funding — at least for now. Some administrators at colleges and universities throughout the state have sent letters to students informing them that they have to return funds provided to them through the Monetary Awards Program, or MAP grants. Low-income students at Illinois Institute of Technology received the news. Although IIT students did not receive any MAP grants last September, the school decided to give credit to students who qualified. The reasoning behind that was school officials believed the budget impasse would end soon. Since the stalemate has continued, IIT administrators have said they could not afford MAP grants for the spring semester. On March 30, students received word that their MAP grant credit from the fall semester would be taken off their accounts. This means students would have to either pay back the MAP credit in full, or pay it back through a 12-month loan. This could prevent them from registering for the summer and fall classes, which began for most institutions on Monday. Officials at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights said that no changes are being made for now. St. Xavier University students who have been receiving MAP grants have been asked to make an appointment with members of the financial aid office. St. Xavier University officials have previously said the institution remains in good shape but would like to see the budget impasse resolved soon. State Rep. Kelly Burke (D-36th), whose districts includes Chicago’s Southwest Side, Evergreen Park and portions of Oak Lawn, was the chief sponsor of legislation that became Senate Bill 2043. The measure would have increased funding See COLLEGES, Page 7
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About 20 male faculty, staff and students walked in heels and carried signs regarding sexual violence against women for a mile around St. Xavier University’s Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St., on March 30. The “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event helped kick off Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April.
Putting themselves in ‘her shoes’ By Janelle Frost No one knows better than most women what it’s like to walk in high heel shoes. But several men got the opportunity to experience that challenge last week for a serious cause. About 20 male faculty, staff and students at St. Xavier University put on red, black, white or blue high heels and walked a mile around the university’s Chicago campus to raise awareness about sexual violence against women and to kick off Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April. This is the university’s second year holding the “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event, which took place March 30 at SXU’s Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St.
Men walk in high heels to raise awareness of sexual assaults against women “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes: The International Men’s March to Stop Rape, Sexual Assault & Gender Violence” is an opportunity for men to literally walk one mile in women’s high heel shoes while raising awareness and getting the community to talk about the serious issue of sexual violence against women. According to facts and figures on display during the event at SXU, rape results in about 32,000 preg-
nancies each year; 38 percent of rapists are a friend or an acquaintance; and the presence of a bystander makes a completed rape 44 percent less likely. Anna Goldman, head coordinator of SXU’s “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event, said a lot of men, following the success of last year’s event, expressed that they didn’t want it to be the end, so the walk was held again this year. “Even though it’s a kind of fun, silly event, there’s nothing fun or silly about violence,” said Goldman, who walked alongside the men as they marched in heels and carried signs about violence against women. “It is to let people know how prevalent See HER SHOES, Page 7
Motorists adjusting to end of license plate sticker renewal reminders By Joe Boyle Illinois motorists apparently are still getting used to the decision by the Secretary of State’s office to no longer send out reminders by mail to renew license plate stickers. Secretary of State Jesse White decided last September to eliminate sending out reminders by mail to renew vehicle stickers to save on costs — a move that was prompted by the ongoing budget impasse in Springfield. Residents who are unaware
of the move have been receiving fines. A story about the change appeared in The Reporter last fall, but several callers said they had missed it and were unaware of the new procedure. Palos Hills Mayor Gerald Bennett said his office has received a few calls about the fines. He and his staff have since posted information about how to contact the Secretary of State’s office on the city website, www.paloshills.org. “The Secretary of State’s office has taken in a lot of money from the fines,” said
Bennett. “This has been going on for about six months ago. That’s why we decided to post it on our website. We thought it was a good idea to have these reminders so people can see.” The fine for a late renewal is $20. According to the Associated Press, Illinois motorists paid close to $2 million in fines for the month of March alone. The total fines from January to March of 2015 were $2.2 million. The total fines from January through March of this year are $4.9 million, according to the AP.
White’s office made the move because officials said they would save about $450,000 a month in postage costs. “The lack of a fiscal year 2016 budget is adversely impacting the secretary of state’s office and threatens to jeopardize the services we provide to the public,” White said in a statement. “Without a state budget in place, we are doing what we can to manage so that we may serve the people of Illinois for as long as possible. See REMINDERS, Page 7
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Police probe attempted armed robbery outside of Oak Lawn funeral home Oak Lawn police are investigating an attempted armed robbery, in which three men armed with a gun demanded money from a man leaving the Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd St., about 8:40 p.m. Sunday. According to reports, three men in a white 4-door Cadillac pulled up to a man leaving the funeral home and demanded money, while one of the offend-
ers pointed a gun at him. But after the victim refused to hand over anything, the car fled southbound on Kilpatrick Avenue. Security guards working at Arena Lanes bowling alley, across the street at 4700 W. 103rd St., said the description of the offenders fit that of three men who had been kicked out of the bowling alley just before the incident occurred.
Senior Health and Safety Expo will be held in Oak Lawn on April 16 The Oak Lawn Senior Health and Safety Expo will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 16 at Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School, 5345 W. 99th St., Oak Lawn. The Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce, Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123, Oak Lawn Community Partnership and Village of Oak Lawn are sponsoring the event. Admission is free. During the Health and Senior Safety Expo, chamber
businesses, Community Partnership, police department, fire department and the Village of Oak Lawn will showcase a variety of products, services and safety tips such as “ask your Pharmacist,” balance screening, blood pressure, expired medicine disposal, spinal screening, senior services and product samples. More information can be obtained by calling the chamber office, (708) 424-8300, or email office@oaklawnchamber.com.
POLICE REPORTS Chicago Ridge Aggravated battery Corey J. Burgeson, 26, of the 10300 block of South McVicker Avenue, Chicago Ridge, was charged with aggravated battery and vehicular invasion following an altercation at 11:50 p.m. last Thursday at The Crossing Bar & Grill, 10232 S. Ridgeland Ave. Police said witnesses reported that Burgeson was involved in an argument that broke out in the bar, and when some of the people left the bar and got into cars to drive away, Burgeson reached into one of the cars and punched and stabbed a man in the abdomen. The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment of a non-life-threatening injury. A knife used in the incident was found near the rear exist, where Burgeson tried to flee, police said. He was held for a felony bond hearing the following day.
Karess Peeples, 18, of the 1300 block of East 62nd Street, Chicago, was charged with retail theft and criminal trespassing in the Chicago Ridge Mall at 7:50 p.m. Friday. Police said they were called to the mall by security staff at the Charlotte Russe store, who said they detained Peeples after she left the store with merchandise worth $97 concealed in her clothing. Peeples was issued a court summons for the retail theft, and escorted out of the mall and told not to return. But police apprehended her and charged her with trespassing after she left through one door and came back in through another. She is due in court on May 13.
Teagan Carter, 38, of Bensenville, was charged with felony identity theft and unlawful possession of a fictitious ID at 2:12 p.m. March 27at Menards, 9100 S. Western Ave. Police said she used a stolen credit card to buy 31 items, including a stove, totaling $3,041.15 in value. They said she also displayed a fictitious ID.
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Derrick Lofton, 50, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 9 p.m. March 26 in the 3000 block of West 87th Street. Police said he was also charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, because four straws with drug residue and a metal pipe were found in the car. He was also cited for driving without insurance and one taillight.
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Amaer Abubakr, 22, of the 7000 block of Mather Avenue, Chicago Ridge, was charged with domestic battery following a disturbance at his home at 1:38 a.m. Monday. Police said that during an argument, he grabbed a female family member by the neck, and choked her. She refused medical assistance. Abubakr was held for a bond hearing the same day.
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• Mylai R. Jordan, 22, of the 6800 block of South Ridgeland Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 3:55 a.m. Saturday at Southwest Highway and Harlem Avenue. Police said she was also cited for traffic violations. She is due in court on May 19. • Marcell Gipson, 26, of the 9400 block of South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 3:05 p.m. Sunday in the 9500 block of Chicago Ridge Mall Drive. Police said he was also arrested on an outstanding warrant for contempt of court. He is due in court on
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• Daniel McInerney, 40, of Midlothian, was charged with felony possession of a controlled substance, following a traffic stop at 7:05 p.m. March 26 in the 3100 block of West 87th Street. Police said he was found in possession of 1.5 grams of heroin, 1.2 grams of cannabis, a hitter box, and metal pipe with drug residue on it. He was also cited for possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia. • Joel Crespo, 38, of Chicago, was charged with possession of a controlled substance and aggravated driving on a revoked license, both felonies, at 5:23 p.m. March 29 in the 8600 block of South Pulaski Road. Police said he was found in possession of two Tramadol pills, a prescription painkiller, and had three prior convictions for driving on a revoked license. He was also cited for making an illegal turn.
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Retail theft • Anthony Pondexter, 60, of Chicago, was charged with felony retail theft at 11 p.m. March 27 at Walmart, 2500 W. 95th St. Police said he took three items, including jewelry and hand tools, worth $112.58. The charge was upgraded to a felony because of prior convictions. • Rodolfo Rodriguez, 43, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft at Menards, 9100 S. Western Ave., at 9:09 a.m. March 29. Police said he took three cabinet components worth $118.93 • Krzysztof Sak, 59, of Elmwood Park, was charged with retail theft at Menards, 9100 S. Western Ave., at 1:13 p.m. March 30. Police said he took a $114 knife.
DUI charges • Anthony Trevino, 30, of Evergreen Park, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol at 2:59 a.m. March 28 at 87th Street and Avers Avenue. Police said he was also cited for speeding. • Magunda Rooks, 38, of Chicago, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol at 11:39 p.m. March 25 following a traffic stop in the 3000 block of West 95th Street. Police said he was also cited for improper lane usage, driving without insurance, and illegal transportation of alcohol. An open bottle of whisky was found in the car.
Disorderly conduct • Corey Dixon, 27, of Evergreen Park, was charged with disorderly conduct after police were called to a disturbance in the 9800 block of South Harding Avenue at 1:40 p.m. March 27. Police said he was riding a bicycle, and confronted and started threatening people on the street. He allegedly said, “Don’t call the po-po, or you won’t have a house to live in.”
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Hickory Hills Panhandling charge Sidney B. Whitehead, 51, of the 9600 block of South 76th Avenue, Bridgeview, was charged with soliciting contributions in the roadway at 10:51 a.m. March 30 in the 7600 block of West 95th Street. Police said they had received multiple complaints about his behavior, and he had received a verbal warning the day before at the same location. He was holding a sign saying he was “hungry and homeless,” and told police he needed rent money for a motel room. He is due in court on April 13.
Drug possession Kayla M. Segura, 21, of the 4400 block of South Oak Park Avenue, Stickney, was charged with possession of a controlled substance and other offenses following a traffic stop at 7:50 a.m. Friday in the 8600 block of South Roberts Road. Police said she was cited for speeding 53 mph in a 35 mph zone, and was found in possession of one Alprazolam tablet without a prescription. She was also cited for possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia when 4.5 grams of cannabis and a bag of marijuana and a smoking pipe were found in the card, according to reports. She was held for a bond hearing.
License charge Dwayne Chambers, 50, of the 8800 block of South 84th Court, Hickory Hills, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 8:15 p.m. last Thursday in the 8100 block of West 95th Street. He is due in court on May 3.
Cannabis citation Kamil E. Boron, 28, of the 8500 block of South New England Avenue, Burbank, was issued a village citation for possession of cannabis following a traffic stop at 10:11 a.m. March 29 in the 8200 block of West 87th Street. Police said he was also cited for not wearing a seatbelt, and a small amount of marijuana and a glass pipe used to smoke it were found in the car.
Oak Lawn DUI charges • Frank J. Seminara, 58, of the 4500 block of West 102nd Place, Oak Lawn, was charged with driving under the influence of drugs following a traffic stop at 95th Street and Southwest Highway at 1:30 p.m. March 28. Police said he was under the influence of a prescription sedative. He was also charged with aggravated DUI due to a past conviction, and driving without insurance. Seminara was held for a bond hearing. • Michael Anthony Viggiano, 19, of the 8100 block of South Leamington Avenue, Burbank,
was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol at 9:30 p.m. March 12 in the 9300 block of South Cicero Avenue. Police said he was also cited for improper lane usage, speeding, and illegal transportation of alcohol. An open bottle of rum was found in the back seat, and Viggiano registered a .164 blood-alcohol count on a breath test, according to police. He is due in court on April 22. • Marcia L. Matejka, 56, of the 9000 block of South 49th Court, Oak Lawn, was charged with DUI following a hit-and-run incident at 4:20 P.M. March 27 at 91st Street and 54th Avenue. Police said the man whose car she hit followed her to her driveway, and blocked her in until police came. She was also cited for improper lane usage and hit-and-run. She is due in court on April 22. • Jill A. Naybert, 50, of the 5600 block of West 84th Street, Burbank, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic collision at 5:20 p.m. March 21 at 91st Street and Cicero Avenue. Police said her vehicle struck the rear of a car that was stopped for traffic. She was also cited for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. Police said six grams of cannabis and a pipe used to smoke it were found in her purse. Naybert is due in court on April 22.
License charges • Rodrigo Lepe, 42, of the 3300 block of West Pierce Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving on a revoked license following a traffic stop at 7:56 p.m. March 28 at 95th Street and Ridgeland Avenue. He was also cited for having one headlight. He is due in court on April 22. • Robert W. Sanders, 25, of the 10000 block of South Union Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 2:21 a.m. March 31 in the 4900 block of West 95th Street. Police said he was also cited for driving without insurance or lights when required, as well as possession of less than 2.5 grams of cannabis because a .5 gram marijuana blunt was found in the car. He is due in court on April 29. • Francisco C. Ayala, 40, of the 5300 block of West 25th Street, Cicero, was charged with driving without a license or insurance following a traffic stop at 5:20 p.m. March 19 at Central Avenue and Southwest Highway. He was also cited for expired registration and improper use of a registration. Police said a registration sticker belonging to another vehicle was displayed on his license plate. He is due in court on April 22.
Palos Hills Bike is stolen A Trek bicycle was reported stolen from a shed in Cour Montreal at 7 a.m. March 30. The lock on the bike had been cut off, police said.
Dog shot with BB gun An unknown offender shot a dog with a BB gun about 9 p.m. March 30 in the 8600 block of West 96th Street. The owner of the dog told police that he saw a red laser beam coming from inside a black Lincoln parked near his home, and then heard four shots, and his dog yelped in pain. No further injuries were found on the dog.
Car vandalized A car was vandalized while it was parked near 83rd Avenue and 107th Street between March 22 and 23, police were told. The owner of the vehicle reported the damage last Thursday. She said that when she returned to her car on March 23, she noticed that a windshield wiper blade and antenna were both bent, and the right side of the vehicle was scratched, apparently by a key. The convertible top was also damaged.
Suspicious activity Police responding to a report of suspicious activity were told that an unknown man had approached a juvenile girl and started talking to her about 6 p.m. last Thursday in the 10400 block of South Terry Drive. When the parents questioned the man, described as “balding,” he said he was looking for “Nick” and immediately got back into a gray pickup truck with a large dent in the rear, and left the area. Police report information is provided by law enforcement agencies. Charges are not evidence of guilt. They are a record of police actions taken, and persons charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proved guilty in court.
Thursday, April 7, 2016
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CHICAGO RIDGE
Experiencing all the seasons in one day
Board votes to limit tattoo shops, massage parlors
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f you don’t like the weather in the Chicago area, just wait a while. We have all heard that old saying. But the longer I live here, the more I realize that old saying really does apply. The weather on Saturday had to be the strangest I have ever encountered. I woke up in the morning and began preparing my breakfast as the coffee brewed. I saw that the sun was out so I figured the temperatures were not that bad. But as I took a few sips of my first cup of coffee, I noticed that the sky suddenly grew dark as the clouds rolled in. A few minutes later, it was apparent that some snow flurries were falling. Now, that Joe is not unusual in the Chicago area. Hey, just a couple Boyle of weeks ago I dedicated a column to the city’s eccentric weather patterns. But while the wind whipped up and the snow fell, suddenly the sun came out. The temperature got a little warmer as I drifted outside for a few minutes. At this point I’m thinking that the weather is going to clear up. I was wrong again. By the time I finished my breakfast and had a couple cups of coffee, the dark clouds rolled in again. More snow flurries were coming down. I may not have noticed this odd weather so vividly, but since I was helping moving items from a nearby condominium, I could not help but notice. During the early afternoon, I arrived at my destination only to notice that the dark clouds again swooped in, quickly followed by snow. But this time it was much heavier. It was a combination of hail and snow. The snow was coming down much harder. Within about 10 minutes, there was about an inch of snow on the ground. Entering and leaving the condo I was greeted by high winds as well. And the amazing thing was that within 20 minutes, the sun again came out as the dark clouds rushed past. The one inch of snow that had fallen melted away. This weather pattern continued throughout the day. On several occasions I felt warm in my coat, especially when I was driving in my car and the sun was shining. It was time to put on my sunglasses to reduce the glare. And then it happened again. The sun disappeared behind some dark clouds. Now I was familiar with the drill. A few minutes later, the snow began to fall once more. I didn’t need my sunglasses anymore. Well, at least for 20 minutes or so. This weather pattern continued through the late afternoon. I have never seen anything like it. The weather finally settled on just being cold at night. In my previous column, I mentioned that I don’t put my scraper in my car trunk until May. I actually had to wipe some snow off my car windshield on Saturday. If I was patient, the sun would have come out and melted the snow. Temperatures were still cold on Monday. While I was working, I noticed snow flurries were falling again. Well, it did not snow on Tuesday, but I did have to scrape ice from the windshield and back window of my car during the morning. So, I bring my coat and even my gloves to work even though we are in April. We have had snow in April before and we will again. I can recall watching baseball games when it snowed. I remember one game in particular at old Comiskey Park in the early 1970s as Terry Forster pitched for the White Sox in an extrainning game. I don’t remember the details, just Forster throwing from the stretch as snow was falling and blowing around the field. Another time I can recall either in eighth grade or freshman year of high school snow falling lightly to the ground as I hung out with friends near 95th and Loomis in Chicago. I do recall that the grass was covered with snow, enough to make some small snowballs. Since experiencing this odd weather the past few days, I thought I would look up some information. O’Hare Airport averages 28.5 snowy days a year, according to Weather and Science Facts. Midway Airport averages 26.7 snowy days. However, Midway Airport has more snowfall, about 37.1 inches annually. We know that better weather is on the way. I mean, it can’t snow in May, right? Well, the latest the Chicago area has experienced accumulating snow was May 3, 1907. One inch of snow fell. I don’t have my shovel on the porch anymore. However, it’s close by, in the garage. Joe Boyle is the editor of The Reporter. He can be reached at thereporter@comcast.net.
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Oak Lawn High students reach out to seniors
Oak Lawn Community High School ILRP students took part in a special day experiencing some of the aspects the Oak Lawn community has to offer. The day began with a visit to the Oak Lawn Racquetball, Fitness, & Gymnastic Center where students were engaged in a multitude of fitness and sports activities. Next, the students were given a private tour of the Oak Lawn Community Pavilion. A service learning opportunity was also part of this day. Students created St. Patrick’s Day cards and delivered them to senior citizens at the Hometown Cafe. The group also assisted with a mailing project during their visit.
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Clean-up day is scheduled for Lucas-Berg preservation sites By Sharon L. Filkins Worth Mayor Mary Werner announced during the Worth Village Board meeting on Tuesday night that a spring clean-up day for the LucasBerg preservation sites will be scheduled from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday April 16. She advised volunteers to dress for the weather. “In April, the weather is always unpredictable” she said. The gates to the site, located on 111th Street, just east of Southwest Highway, will open at 8:30 a.m. Werner said coffee, doughnuts and hot dogs will be provided for the volunteers.
Metra station area plans coming In other matters, Werner said the board is anticipating the presentation of a plan for the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) project, focused on the Metra station area, to be delievered in early May. The village began working with Chicago-based Farr Associates last year to develop a TOD plan for the area surrounding the Metra Station. A town meeting was held in February during which residents were given the opportunity to express their desires for the type of development they would like to see on the site.
“We are looking forward to seeing the plan, which will be presented to the public, before a vote is taken,” said Werner. In other business, the board approved a resolution to apply for Community Development Block Grants for Capital Improvement and Economic Development in 2016. The resolution did not specify any particular development or project. Also approved was a resolution endorsing an agreement with the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Greenest Region Compact 2, which calls for the village to join coordinated efforts toward enhanced quality of life for residents, protection and stewardship of the environment and sustainable economic vitality. Other business included the approval of a business license for The Walk-In- Closet, located at 6955 W. 111th St., contingent upon having passed all inspections and being in compliance with all codes and ordinances. The business is a resale, thrift shop for secondhand clothing, shoes and miscellaneous items. The board adjourned into an executive session to discuss setting a price for sale or lease of property owned by the village. Trustee Colleen McElroy was absent from the meeting.
Anyone wanting to open a tattoo shop or massage parlor in Chicago Ridge will have to look elsewhere — at least for a while. That’s because the village board on Tuesday unanimously approved ordinances amending the village code to limit both types of businesses to the number already operating in town. There are only two tattoo shops in the village — Big Al’s, at 10347 Southwest Highway, and Red Moon, at 5704 W. 111th St. — and no more will be allowed to open. Likewise, Trustee Sally Durkin said, “We’re limiting the number of massage licenses to one. The one in the mall,” referring to Relax Magic, already in operation in Chicago Ridge Mall. No more permits will be issued. Trustee Fran Coglianese said that investigations into reports of prostitution occurring in massage establishments in the area had led to the decision to limit the businesses in Chicago Ridge. For instance, in March 2015, three women were arrested at a massage parlor in the 7200 block of West 127th Street in Palos Heights. One was charged with prostitution and two others were charged with giving massages without a proper license. In November 2014, an undercover police investigation led to a massage parlor in Orland Park being shut down. The investigation began after a man reported being inappropriately touched during a massage there, and the business was closed after an unlicensed masseuse allegedly offered to perform a sex act on an undercover officer for a price. “We don’t want that happening here,” said Coglianese. She said massage parlors must operate “for medicinal purposes.”
Miller’s Ale House welcomed One business that is getting a warm reception from the village officials is Miller’s Ale House, which is scheduled to open Monday, May 9, at 6401 W. 95th St., on the perimeter of Chicago Ridge Mall. This will be just the third Miller’s Ale House to open in Illinois. Hans Bengyel, the general manager of the new restaurant, came to the village board meeting to request business and liquor licenses, which were granted. Mayor Chuck Tokar noted that Miller’s will be replacing the Tilted Kilt restaurant that had been on the site and will take over that liquor license. Village Clerk George Schleyer said he has already made plans to host a gathering of municipal clerks at the newly built restaurant next month. After the mayor noted that it was originally slated to open in April, Bengyel said, “We slowed down due to the recent bad weather, but everything is caught up now.” He said the hiring process, being conducted at a site inside the mall, is wrapping up. “Seventy employees have already been hired, and are being trained at the existing restaurants,” he said. “Everything is going smoothly,” said the general manager. The fact that the business owner did not ask for a video gaming license, something most restaurants seem to want these days, went over well with the board. “We’re not putting in video gambling,” he said. “We’re a family restaurant with a sports theme.”
EP board approves liquor license for seafood restaurant By Sharon L. Filkins Diners at Chicago Famous Seafood, LLC, also known as The Crazy Crab, at 9204 S. Western Ave., will now be able to order beer or wine with their dinner, thanks to approval of a Class E liquor license by the Evergreen Park Village Board of Trustees at Monday’s board meeting. Mayor James Sexton, while encouraging residents to visit the new restaurant, which specializes in a method of boiling sea food fresh from Louisiana, also stressed that the Class E license limits the consumption of alcohol to sit-down customers, on premises only. It is only the fourth Class E license to be approved by the village. Other approved restaurants include Pappy’s, at 3301 W. 95th St.; Noodles & Company, 2442 W. 95th St. and Wingstop, 2831
W. 95th St. Also approved was a request from Police Chief Michael Saunders to hire two patrol officers to replace two officers who recently retired. The new hires will be selected from the existing Probationary Patrol Office List. A pro-active resolution was approved, calling for the village to support the ability of municipalities to share local sales tax information with outside professionals. Sexton explained that the state is getting ready to pass a statute, limiting the amount of information municipalities can get regarding the amount of sales tax in their communities. “This is vital information our village needs so that our treasurer can track the revenue coming in from all of our businesses,” the mayor said. He cited a case from past years, when the vil-
lage learned that one of its businesses was paying sales tax revenue to the City of Chicago. “It was money that rightfully belonged to Evergreen Park,” Sexton said. “This Resolution is our effort to let the State know that municipalities have the right to this information.” The board also approved a resolution to allow the closing of 95th Street on Friday, July 1, for the 47th annual Independence Day Parade. “While it may seem a little early for this, we have to send a request to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for permission to close the street,” Sexton said. Sexton said that 95th Street will be closed from Pulaski Road to Richmond Avenue, where the parade turns north on Richmond and proceeds to 91st Street.
Lipinski releases draft of legislation to assist scientists at universities and labs Cong. Dan Lipinski (D-3rd) is releasing draft text of legislation he has written that he said will help scientists at universities and labs by reducing the regulatory burden on scientific research funded by the federal government. The congressman said the bill would implement the recommendations of a National Academy of Sciences report last year that found that increasing regulatory burdens on scientists are “diminishing the effectiveness of the nation’s research investment.” He said it would establish a panel of experts from the university research community to review existing regulations on research and recommend improvements. “I’ve heard from many university researchers that the rules they have to comply with are taking up more and more of their time and preventing them from accomplishing their research,” Lipinski said. “As the
top Democrat on the Research and Technology Subcommittee of the House Science Committee, I have worked to make it easier for scientists to spend more time on research and less time on paperwork. Not only would this proposal help get more research done that will spur innovation and improve people’s lives, it would also increase the effective-
ness of taxpayer dollars spent on research.” The Council on Governmental Relations and the Association of American Universities, which together represent over 200 U.S. research universities and institutes, issued a joint statement in response to the proposal: We greatly appreciate Rep. Lipinski’s efforts to reduce federal research
regulatory burden. Our associations fully endorse his proposed legislation, which would advance a number of important recommendations from the recent National Academies report, optimizing the nation’s investment in academic research. When regulations are inefficient, they cause waste in federal research programs. We look forward to working with
Rep. Lipinski to move this bill through the legislative process with the shared goal of reducing unnecessary regulatory cost and burden while ensuring accountability and proper government
oversight.” Lipinski is asking for comment on this proposal from members of the research community and intends to introduce the proposal in the coming weeks.
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Australian choir, musicians to join Dist. 218 ‘Extravaganza’ The choir from Cabra Dominican College (high school) in Adelaide, Australia will join District 218 music, drama, speech and dance groups at the seventh annual Arts Extravaganza. The Friends of Community High School District 218 Education Foundation will host Arts Extravaganza from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday,
April 9 at Eisenhower High School, 12700 S. Sacramento Ave., Blue Island. Students from Eisenhower, Richards and Shepard high schools will share the spotlight in a wide varsity of arts. Saz Burton-Claridge, the director of the Cabra Dominican choral program, attended graduate school at Western Michigan Univer-
sity with Shepard High School choral director Michael Fallon. Cabra Dominican students visited Shepard previously in the spring of 2012. The ticket price includes hors d’oeuvres prepared by culinary arts students. Tickets are available at the door. Tickets are $10 for adults ages 18 to 59 and $5 for students and
senior citizens age 60 and older. Performing groups include the Eisenhower orchestra, jazz bands, show choirs, Cardinal Dance Team, improv theater groups, speech teams and Group Interpretation. The Arts Extravaganza also will feature a gallery exhibiting hundreds of art pieces by students from District 218 schools.
Band students from Cabra Dominican College (high school) in Adelaide, Australia will perform at the Extravaganza.
The jazz ensemble from Richards High School will perform at the District 218 Arts Extravaganza on Saturday, April 9 at Eisenhower High School.
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The choir students from Cabra Dominican College (high school) in Adelaide, Australia will perform at the District 218 Arts Extravaganza.
Southwest Half Marathon organizers confident more runners will sign up By Dermot Connolly As organizers of the 9th Annual Southwest Half Marathon and 10K race finish up preparations for the May 1 event, they are confident that the traditional April surge in registrations will swell lagging numbers. As of last Friday, when organizers met for their monthly meeting, 804 runners had signed up for the race, including 587 for the half-marathon and 217 for the 10K, according to promoter Jennifer Taylor, of Chicago Special Events Management. She said the total number is down from 1,329 at the same time last year. The year before, there were 1,104 racers signed up a month before the event. The downturn in the number of registered runners this year is thought to be partly due to a late launch of the newly redesigned website, www.southwesthalf-
marathon.com, after Palos Community Hospital and CNB Bank and Trust took over as principal sponsors. The hospital is taking care of the shirts and medals for the half marathon, and the bank will be handling the same for the 10K, with all the participants getting long-sleeved shirts this year. It has been pointed out that there are at least 22 races in the Chicago area being held the same weekend, so the pool of available runners has dwindled. However, the organizers said that traditionally, a lot of participants wait until April to sign up, so that is expected to be the case this year as well. “We’re going to send out an e-blast (this week),” said Taylor, who added that postcards promoting the Southwest event also were being distributed to runners in the Shamrock Shuffle, an 8K race that was held on Sunday in downtown
Chicago. In an effort to attract more runners, Mel Diab, the race director, is offering a $10 discount on the cost of registration for the half marathon for anyone who signs up through the website. That promotion was going to end in March, but it is being continued until Thursday, April 29, the last day for online registration. The $50 registration for the 10K will remain the same. Diab noted that runners can register in person up until the morning of the races, which begin and end at 7600 W. Route 83. The turnaround point for the half marathon is just east of Route 171 (Archer Avenue). The May 1 festivities are scheduled to begin at 7 a.m., with remarks from local dignitaries such as Cong. Dan Lipinski (D-3rd), the grand marshal who usu-
ally runs the half marathon, too. Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz, Palos Park Mayor John Mahoney, and Palos Hills Mayor Jerry Bennett are also planning to speak. All the events begin with gunshot starts, beginning with the wheelchair half marathon at 7:25 a.m., followed by the half marathon at 7:30 a.m., and the 10K at 7:40 a.m. The half-mile walk, run and roll, for people with developmental disabilities, is set to start at 7:45. Refreshments and musical entertainment will be available for the crowds of spectators who are expected. “And then the race is officially over at 10:30 a.m., and the awards will be given out at 11 a.m.,” said Jeff Prestinario, who is credited with founding the race with Diab and will serve as master of ceremonies. This year, Shepard High School, at
13049 S. Ridgeland Ave., Palos Heights, will be the site of the Palos Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business and Health Expo the day before, on Saturday, April 30. The runners will pick up their race numbers and goodie bags here, “There is so much to do leading up to the races, but the day goes by so quickly,” said Prestinario. “There are a lot of worries leading up to it, but everything falls into place in the end.” “This race is successful because of the people in this room,” said Diab, looking around at the two dozen or so organizers. “I can’t believe it was almost 11 years ago when we started thinking about putting this race together for the first time. I have been a runner for 52-plus years and I just enjoy what I am doing,” Diab said. “I still get emotional when race day comes around,” Diab added.
Volunteers needed for Park Lawn’s Tag Days The Park Lawn Bucket Brigade is seeking volunteers for the annual Tag Days, which will be held Friday and Saturday, April 15 and 16, for two-hour shifts at street intersections and store fronts in the south suburbs and Chicago. The volunteers will be collecting donations for Park Lawn. The event informs the community about the work of Park Lawn, which provides programs
and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Safety vests, collection buckets and handouts with Park Lawn’s logo will be provided. To volunteer, contact Cynthia San Miguel at (708) 425-6867 or email csanmiguel@parklawn.com. Residents can also visit www.parklawn.com.
Moraine named 2015 Tree Campus USA The Arbor Day Foundation honored Moraine Valley Community College as a 2015 Tree Campus USA college for its commitment to effective urban forest management. This is the sixth time the college has been recognized. “Students are eager to volunteer in their communities and become better stewards of the environment,” said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Participating in Tree Campus USA sets a fine example for other colleges and universities while helping to create a healthier planet for us all.” Tree Campus USA is a national program launched in 2008, when 29 colleges were inaugurated, by the Arbor Day Foundation. The program honors colleges, universities and leaders of the campus and surrounding communities for promoting healthy urban forest management while engaging the campus students and staff in environmental stewardship. Moraine Valley met the required five core standards of tree care and community engagement in order to receive Tree Campus USA status. Those standards include maintaining a campus tree advisory committee; having a campus tree-care plan; dedicated annual expenditures on the campus tree-care plan; involvement in an Arbor Day observance; and a student-based service-learning project. “Being recognized as a Tree Campus USA acknowledges the great work we do to keep our tree canopy healthy,” said Stephenie Presseller, Moraine Valley sustainability manager.
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News and events from our archives Here a chick, there a chick ... • 50 years ago From the April 7, 1966 issue The story: The Oak Lawn public health officer is reminding parents that the village has an ordinance forbidding any person to keep, sell, or give away live baby chicks, ducklings, goslings, pigeons, fowl or other poultry in the village, except for daily licensed commercial poultry dealers. Allen Glisch, the public health officer, said that chicks and ducklings are a possible source of salmonella infections in humans. He urges parents everywhere to avoid purchasing these creatures or baby rabbits for children. The quote: “These small and helpless creatures are not toys that can be squeezed or otherwise mauled,” said Glisch.
Tornado creates havoc in Hickory Hills Submitted photo
Business Person of the Year
The Hills Chamber of Commerce honored Tim Park of Park Printing, Inc., 9903 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills, as the 2015 Business Person of the Year during the annual Chamber Night held last month at the Sabre Room. Park is seen above accepting the award and is accompanied by his wife, Carol Park (from left), and his mother, Pat Park. He has been involved in the printing business for over 30 years and a member of the chamber for 15 years. Park said he learned about the printing business growing up by helping his mother.
• 25 years ago From the April 4, 1991 issue The story: Hickory Hills police reported that 21 homes suffered damage last week when a tornado touched down in the city. Houses sustained wind damage as a tornado hit at 4:27 p.m. March 27 between the 8800 and 9100 blocks of 92nd Street and 92nd Place, police said. Fences, windows, doors, gutters and aluminum siding were reported damaged in the tornado. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The quote: “Huge branches from our neighbor’s trees were strewn all over my backyard,” said resident Margaret McLaughlin. “The tornado picked up our fence and blew it all over. Parts of it landed on a neighbor’s roof, and later we found other parts of it on another block.”
Moraine increases student technology fee
Plans are set for Green Hills Public Library expansion
The student technology fee will increase by $3 per credit hour beginning this fall after the Moraine Valley Board of Trustees approved the hike at its March 9 meeting. The fee was raised to $10 per credit, bringing the total student fees to $20 per hour. Tuition and fees for the fall 2016 semester will be $139 per credit hour. “In order to maintain and continue to provide all students
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with technology services, this small increase is needed,” said Robert Sterkowitz, chief financial officer. “Moraine Valley continues to be an excellent value for students seeking an associate’s degree or certificate, especially when you compare our tuition to four-year private, public and proprietary colleges and universities. Our graduates also tell us that in surveys,” said Dr. Sylvia Jenkins, college president.
From the April 6, 2006 issue The story: Four homes that had been intended in a proposed tax increment financing district in Worth is now outside the would-be district after the village trustees voted to change its boundaries. Worth trustees voted to adopt an ordinance that would amend the proposed 111th Street Tollroad Redevelopment project to leave out four homes just inside the project’s south border. The village voted last December to begin the process of establishing the TIF District to lure developers to commercial properties at the corner of 111th Street and Ridgeland Avenue. While the borders are being redrawn to exclude the four homes from the district, board members said the amended borders will have little impact on how much the district might yield in property tax revenues.
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District 230 high school officials react to state law limiting use of suspensions and expulsions By Dermot Connolly The deans of the three District 230 high schools are confident that compliance with a new state law limiting the use of suspensions and expulsions won’t be detrimental to discipline in the district. Mary Pat Carr, head dean at Stagg High School in Palos Hills, along with her counterparts Andy DeCraene at Sandburg in Orland Park, and Andrew’s Mike Murphy, discussed the changes required by Senate Bill 100 during a presentation at the school board meeting last Thursday. It goes into effect on Sept. 15. The deans said all three schools will be fully compliant when the next school year begins in August. Carr explained that the new legislation is aimed at limiting the number and duration of suspensions and expulsions, and the main change is that no “zero tolerance” policies that require suspensions or expulsions for certain offenses will no longer be allowed at Illinois schools. “They want each case to be judged on its own merits,” she said. “This bill doesn’t change the ability to discipline. The goal is to limit the duration and number of suspensions, and we are encouraged to use non-exclusionary discipline,” DeCraene explained. Proponents of the new legislation have said that suspensions and expulsions have been overused statewide, and proportionally more often against minority students, leaving too many school-age teens on the streets with nothing to do. Short-term suspensions up to three days,
“ We’re still able to suspend
up to 10 days, with due process, and we will be able to expel students for up to two years, with due process.” Andrew High School dean| — Mike Murphy
and in-school suspensions, in which students are separated from their regular classes, can be used liberally, the deans said. They said the Pupil Personnel Services intervention room will be used more often for students, “We’re still able to suspend up to 10 days, with due process, and we will be able to expel students for up to two years, with due process,” said Murphy. Due process means that the student will be able to give his or her side of the store at a disciplinary hearing. Under the new guidelines outlined during the presentation, suspensions of up to three days will only be used if a student’s presence poses a threat to school safety or a disruption to other students. Suspensions of four days can be used only if other “appropriate and available disciplinary interventions have been exhausted and the students would pose a threat to school safety or a disruption to other learning or interferes with the operation of the school.” Likewise, suspensions of five to 10 days will only be used if other appropriate actions
had already been exhausted and the student’s presence would pose a threat to school safety or a disruption to other students’ learning with appropriate documentation. Expulsions of up to two years are also still possible, if evidence shows they are warranted. When board member Tony Serratore asked if the district was opening itself up to litigation from students claiming they were punished more harshly than someone else for the same offense, Carr said the three deans will keep in touch with each other, and discuss how issues are being treated in each school. “We want to make sure that students are treated fairly throughout the district,” she said. Carr added that although the deans had some concerns about possible implications of the bill when it was first proposed more than a year ago, they immediately began working with Dr. Dryier, assistant superintendent for instruction, to make sure it could be implemented without any problems. “We’re very comfortable with it now, but that might not have been the case if you asked us 13 months ago,” said Carr. “I feel like 230 is what we are doing already is pretty good. I like that you are doing the tweaking and refining,” said board Vice President Melissa Gracias. “I appreciate you working ahead of the game on this. You guys are doing a phenomenal job,” said Superintendent James Gay. He had earlier pointed out that of the 860 school districts in Illinois, Niche.com had ranked District 230 as the 29th most outstanding for 2016, and pledged that the new law would not lower the district’s rank or reputation.
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WHATIZIT? We had a resounding response to last week’s Whatizit photo quiz, with many readers identifying the photo as the Lang Ice Company vending station. This one in particular is Photo by Joe Boyle located near 95th Street and West Shoe Drive in Oak Lawn. Of course, if you grew up on Chicago’s south or southwest sides, Lang’s Ice Houses would have been familiar. One reader caught our eye in particular. His name is Henry Lang III. Yes, he is a member of the Lang family that has operated these vending machines over the years. According to Henry, the Oak Lawn building was built sometime between 1946 and 1950 by his father, Henry, owner of the ice company. The company’s origin dates back to about 1913. Henry Lang III formally retired after 40 years in the business in 2000. A third and fourth generation are now managing the company, along with fifth generation youngsters working during their summer vacations from schools. Henry III said he and his wife have been Palos Heights residents for 44 years. Other readers who guessed correctly were: Hickory Hills Ald. Tom McAvoy (3rd Ward); Palos Hills resident Rosann Arnold; Worth residents Theresa and George Rebersky; Palos Heights resident Chrystine Bush; Oak Lawn resident Marty Wucka; Oak Lawn resident Jane Foley; Oak Lawn resident Steve Rosenbaum; Chicago Ridge residents Dan and Kathy Higgins; Evergreen Park resident Jan Merchantz; and Jane Bojan, a 50-year resident of Oak Lawn. Sorry if I missed anyone, but we are running out of space. The clue for this week’s Whatizit photo above is: Spring swing. Send your responses with your name and hometown by noon Monday to thereporter@comcast.net
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Evergreen Park Senior Council to hold luncheon and program The Evergreen Park Senior Council will hold a luncheon and program beginning at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 21 at the senior center, 9547 S. Homan Ave., Evergreen Park. Nick Seidl, director of the Evergreen Park Public Library, will speak concerning the many learning opportunities and services the library has to offer. Following a short business meeting and the luncheon, “smooth jazz” entertainment will be provided featuring vocalist, sax and keyboard player, Michael J. Finn. The fee for the baked ham luncheon is $7. Tickets must be purchased by Monday, April 18 at the Community Center, 3450 W. 97th St. Canned good donations for the Evergreen Park Village Pantry will be appreciated. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-8776.
Spaghetti dinner to benefit ELCA World Hunger
A spaghetti dinner will be offered to benefit ELCA World Hunger from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 9 at United By Faith Lutheran Church, 3240 W. 98th St., Evergreen Park. Spaghetti, salad, bread, drinks and dessert will be served. Take-out service will be available. Donations are $8 for adults and $4 for children ages 7 to 12. Children under age 6 and under can attend free. Maximum family donation is $20. Tickets are available at the door. Tickets or more information can be obtained by calling United By Faith, (708) 422-6301, or ubfelca@sbcglobal.net.
Evergreen Park Seniors to hold village-wide garage sale
The Evergreen Park Senior Citizens Council is looking for vendors and crafters for the “Memories to Go” village-wide garage sale to be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7 at Yukich Field, 89th and Kedzie Avenue, Evergreen Park. Items can be sold inside the ice rink (10 x 10) for $50. The outside space (9 x 17) is $35. Repeat customers with early sign-up is $10 off. Early registration is $5 off. The deadline for repeat customers to sign up is Thursday, March 31. No rain date or refunds will be given. New this year is a Crafter’s Corner. Deadline for applications for the sale is 5 p.m. Friday, April 29. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-8776.
Activities, games and sports for Evergreen Park youth The Evergreen Park Youth Commission will hold a variety of activities, games and social activities for kids in the fifth grade through high school from 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Friday at the Evergreen Park Youth Center, 3220 W. 98th St. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 229-3377. Open gym is offered for boys and girls grades five through eight from 6 to 8 p.m. Fridays in the Activity Center. The registration fee is $4.
HICKORY HILLS St. Patricia Parents Club to hold Ladies Night Out Raffle The St. Patricia Parents Club Ladies Night Out Raffle with Bunco will be held Friday, April 8 at the Parish Center, 9000 S. 86th Ave., Hickory Hills. Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is $40 and includes food, drinks and dinner. Raffle tickets will be sold that night. For tickets, contact Renee McIntyre, (708) 288-1755, or Jennifer Rutledge, (847) 417-9429. This event is a fundraiser so no refunds will be given.
Hickory Hills Woodworkers seek more members The Hickory Hills Woodworkers are seeking new members and invite residents who are interested to the next meeting from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, April 14 at Oak View Community Center, 4625 W. 110th St., Oak Lawn. Guest speakers, demonstrations, show and tell, raffles and refreshments are part of the festivities. The woodworkers share their knowledge at the meetings, which are held the second Thursday of every month.
OAK LAWN Oak Lawn film to view, discuss ‘Shadow of a Doubt’ CineVerse, the Oak Lawn Park District’s free weekly film discussion group open to anyone age 17 and older, will screen and discuss Alfred Hitchcock’s 1943 film “Shadow of a Doubt” from 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, April 13 at Oak View Community Center, 4625 W. 110th St., Oak Lawn. Members should check the building signage for the correct room number. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 529-9028 or visit cineversegroup.blogspot.com.
Preschool Open House and Ice Cream Social The Oak Lawn Park District will host a Preschool Open House and Ice Cream Social from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 in the newly remodeled Little White Building, 9514 S. 55th Ave., Oak Lawn. Families of 3- and 4-year-olds who are looking for the right preschool program are encouraged to attend. The open house is free and provides an opportunity for parents and children to meet with preschool program teachers, check out the facility, and to receive detailed information about the 2016 Oak Lawn Park District Preschool program. Ice cream will also be supplied. For more information, contact the Oak View Center at (708) 857-2200.
Johnson-Phelps sponsors ‘Helping Veterans Go Fishing’ “Helping Veterans Go Fishing,” a program that uses fishing as a form of therapy to help veterans suffering from psychological and physical injuries, is holding their second annual fundraiser, from to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 10 at the Johnson-Phelps VFW Post, 9514 S. 52nd Ave., Oak Lawn. The entry fee is $10 for residents and is free for children ages 12 and under. Raffles, food an entertainment will be provided. New and used fishing gear is being accepted. Monetary donations will be appreciated. Donation can be brought to the event or email Helpingveteransgofishing@yahoo.com. Residents can also check Facebook.
Spring Into Summer Festival The Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce will hold the 10th Annual Spring Into Summer Festival from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, June 11 in Oak Lawn. The Pet Parade begins the proceedings at 99th Street and 54th Avenue and concludes at 95th Street and Cook Avenue. The new car show and vendor fair will both occur at 95th and Cook. A special area will be dedicated to a non-profit pet organization. More information can be obtained by calling the chamber office, (708) 424-8300.
Beverly Hills Embroiderers plan April meetings The Beverly Hills Embroiders Guild will hold meetings on Tuesday, April 19 at the Oak View Center, 4625 W. 110th St., Oak Lawn. Members will stitch on a fine count linen or silk to make a pendant during the day workshop starting at 9 a.m. The evening group
will work on Firework embroidery projects at the workshop starting at 7 p.m. During the fall-spring season, BHEG holds meetings every third Tuesday of the month at the Oak View Center. No resident requirements are necessary. The only prerequisite is to have a sincere passion for or interest in upholding traditions of hand stitching art. Residents can attend the first meeting at no charge. More information can be obtained by calling Dana, (708) 424-3189.
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Summer camps for kids The Palos Hills Resource and Recreation Department will be holding a summer camp for children ages 6 to 13. Campers will take part in arts and crafts, games, free time in the gym, field trips and more activities. Camp runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. The first session of Palos Hills Summer Day Camp begins Monday, June 6. The camp is broken into two week sessions. Parents or guardians can sign children for each session individually or for the entire summer. For those campers who cannot attend full-day camp, the Palos Hills Resource and Recreation Department also offered a half-day camp. Half-day camp meets from noon to 3 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Half-day camp participants will still attend field trips with their friends in the full-day camp. Before and after camp is available for fullday campers at an additional cost. For younger campers, To Camp will be provided. Tot Camp is for youngsters ages 3 to 5 and they meet from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. More information about the day camps can be obtained by calling the Palos Hills Community Center, (708) 430-4500.
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Palos Township property assessment appeal applications
Residents of Palos Township can fill out a property assessment appeal application through Monday, May 2 at the Palos Township office, 10822 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills. The office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 598-4418. Appeal Applications must be received by the Cook County Assessor no later than May 2. Palos Township will assist residents with applications until Friday, April 29, allowing the last day, Monday, May 2 for delivery.
WORTH Worth Fire Department to mark 90th anniversary
The first reunion of the Worth Fire Department will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 22 at the Pump Room, 6908 W. 111th Place, Worth. Former members of the fire department are being sought to take part in the 90th anniversary of the department in Worth. A tour of the north Palos fire house, formally the Worth firehouse, is planned for 1 p.m. More information can be obtained by calling Maggie or Ed Palinek, (708) 955-4428. Guests are asked to bring an appetizer to share. T shirts and comer stove glasses will be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit a permanent display for the Worth Fire Department at the Worth Museum.
‘Mother Son Rampage’ at Worth Park District The annual “Mother Son Rampage” will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, April 29 at the Worth Park District, 11500 S. Beloit Ave. Moms and their sons can enjoy a night of jumping on inflatables, meeting Jim Nesci’s cold blooded creatures, snacks and more activities. Registration will be held at the park up until Friday, April 22.
ACROSS 1 Wrap giant 6 Reliever Orosco with the MLB record for career pitching appearances 11 Center of excellence? 14 Quaking causes 15 Plant pest 16 Rest one’s dogs, so to speak 17 It’s fraudulent 19 “Double Fantasy” artist 20 Extras in an env. 21 Squeezed (out) 22 Web-footed critter 24 Mustard, for one: Abbr. 25 Encouraging shouts 26 Shout 27 It’s fabricated 30 “Saint Joan” star Jean 31 __ Locks: St. Marys River rapids bypass 32 Hid the gray in 33 Brewers’ outfielder Braun 35 Creator of Della 37 Morales of film 40 Part of a foot 42 Pompous authority 46 It’s fake 49 Beer with “Since 1775” on its label 50 Big dos 51 Grazing area 52 More of that 53 Detective Peter of old TV 54 Estate attorney’s concern 55 __ Lingus 56 Race errors, and what 17-, 27and 46-Across have 59 Mrs., in much of the Americas 60 Classic six-couplet poem 61 Has __: can save face 62 Triumphant cry 63 Dost espy 64 Has a sudden inspiration?
DOWN 1 Gets to 2 Heroine of Beethoven’s “Fidelio” 3 AAA, for one 4 AAA et al. 5 Enzyme suffix 6 Hiked, with “up” 7 “The Comedy of Errors” setting 8 Word with wood or water 9 Quote qualifier 10 Ex-mayor with a cameo in “The Muppets Take Manhattan” 11 Abstruse stuff 12 Pedigree 13 Came (in) dramatically 18 Convention attendees 23 Exploit 25 “Live at the __”: Patsy Cline album 26 Venomous arachnids 28 Sources of fine wool 29 “... rapping at my chamber door” poet 34 Fish-fowl link 36 Filming sites 37 Heaven on earth 38 “Told ya!” 39 Natural light shows 41 Pours out 43 Short, tailored jackets 44 Really dug something 45 San Simeon family 47 Guards may prevent them 48 Antarctic explorer Shackleton 53 Pure delight 54 1985 U.S. Open champ Mandlikova 57 Modern art? 58 Recess game Answers on Page 9
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eports of development taking place in Chicago Ridge and Worth are welcome news. Both mayors of these communities recently spelled out future plans for the two southwest suburbs. Chicago Ridge Mayor Chuck Tokar and Worth Mayor Mary Werner took turns providing information about their villages and responding to questions during the Chicago Ridge Worth Chamber of Commerce luncheon on March 23. A story about the luncheon appeared in our March 31 edition. Tokar discussed plans for a two-story medical facility at 106th and Southwest Highway that is expected to be completed in May 2017. Six cancer specialists are partners in this venture. Tokar also referred to the current construction of Miller’s Ale House at 95th and Ridgeland Avenue, near the Chicago Ridge Mall. Werner mentioned the transit-oriented development near the Metra station at 110th and Depot Road in Worth. Worth is also part of the Cal-Sag Enterprise Zone, a state-of-the-art program aimed at encouraging development. Developers working within that zone are entitled to property tax rebates for five years, Werner said. Despite the good news, Chicago Ridge and Worth face challenges. Tokar has mentioned on numerous occasions that the ongoing state budget stalemate has a negative effect on businesses, schools and government. Werner said the January opening of the medical marijuana dispensary at 11425 S. Harlem Ave. has been good for the village. However, she is concerned about the Windy City Cannabis facility remaining open. She alludes to state restrictions in the types of illnesses that qualify for medical marijuana prescriptions. This has meant prescription sales have lagged since the facility opened, the mayor said. Werner has put a phone call in to Gov. Rauner but has not heard from him yet. But it was good to see the two mayors in good spirits at the luncheon sponsored by a chamber that covers both communities. Despite some drawbacks, both villages have a lot to be proud of and to look forward to regarding future development. Worth, for instance, is seeing a resurgence in home sales, according to Werner. The Worth mayor said the village has seen three or four home sales a week. In the recent past, Worth has been stagnant in home sales. Some homes remained vacant for two or three years, according to the mayor. Now that has changed. Ridgefest, the summer extravaganza held on the grounds of Freedom Park in Chicago Ridge, will again be featuring wellknown acts this summer. Survivor is scheduled to perform at Ridgefest in July. The fest reportedly lost money a couple of years ago, but Tokar said overall the festival has been in the black. During the 25-year history of the festival, the event has generated about $1.25 million for local charities, according to Tokar. We want to see all our villages welcome businesses and future development. We also want to see good fortune for our cities as well. Both Hickory Hills and Palos Hills mayors are optimistic about the future of their communities. Hickory Hills Mayor Mike Howley and Palos Hills Mayor Gerald Bennett said they are fortunate to have good schools in District 217, which covers both cities. Bennett and Howley each said they are pleased to have schools that motivate and instruct students with the latest technology. Bennett pointed to improving infrastructure in Palos Hills. Howley was proud of the fact that there has been a rise in building permits in his city. They join Tokar and Werner in praising their departments in making these municipalities run smoothly. Southwest suburban municipalities have survived the recession that took hold in 2008 and lingered on too long. Those difficult times might have made our communities stronger and more committed. We hope this is a turn in the right direction for all the municipalities in our coverage area.
Former Evergreen Park official delighted with his ‘Field of Dreams’ We have survived another winter, which by our standards was quite mild. While snowflakes could still fall, we believe better days are ahead. Many activities will be taking place outdoors as the temperatures begin to warm up. For instance, the Evergreen Park Seniors will hold a villagewide garage sale called “Memories to Go” from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7 at Yukich Field, 8900 S. Kedzie Ave., Evergreen Park. When some people hear about Yukich Field, they assume the park is named after someone from the distant past. However, many Evergreen Park residents not only know who the person is, but are also aware that he is still a familiar face in the community. Spring is a time for renewal. And Anthony “Tony” Yukich is very much a fixture in Evergreen Park and continues to live an active life. The former Evergreen Park official celebrated his 99th birthday with friends and local officials on March 17. Mayor James Sexton, who refers to Yukich affectionately as “The Godfather” and “The Dean Martin of Evergreen Park,” was present. The mayor looks up to Yukich, who was the subject of a feature story by reporter Sharon L. Filkins in our March 31 edition. Yukich served as an Evergreen Park official for 57 years. He helped get Anthony Vacco elected mayor and then led his campaigns for another 30 years. He was a trustee who got things done and did not back down when confronted by other politicians. Politics can be tough, but Yukich held his ground. Yukich even campaigned for Sexton when he ran for mayor in 2000. Yukich had served as trustee since 1967 and tried to retire in the 1990s, but Vacco asked him to come back one more time. He served again from 1995 to 2000. But one of Yukich’s biggest thrills came in 2001, when he received a call from Sexton, who was now mayor, informing him that he had to come to a dedication of a new field that was taking place in Evergreen Park. Yukich arrived and wondered what the rush was for. It turns out the 20-acre property was going to be dedicated in his name. Yukich had no idea that this was going to happen. He was delighted as he was greeted by relatives, friends and old work associates. Yukich still attends Evergreen Park Village Board meetings. He has a special seat in the front row. We salute Yukich and his longevity, which is due in part to his companion, Virginia Wrobel, who makes sure he exercises and eats well. Yukich said it is gratifying to have a park dedicated in his honor while he can live to see it. And Evergreen Park is gratified to have a living legend in their midst.
Safe speech for free speech By Charles C. Haynes When chalked graffiti promoting Donald Trump and his controversial wall appeared overnight on buildings, steps, and other surfaces at Emory University in Atlanta, Ga., recently, student reaction ranged from amusement to outrage. A small band of some 40 students decided to protest what they viewed as messages designed to stir anger and promote intolerance on their campus. As if to prove the students right, social media immediately lit up with vicious attacks on the protesters — some of whom were Latino — calling them names, and in some cases, issuing threats of violence. Fox Sports and other media outlets piled on, characterizing the “offended” students as yet another example of “political correctness” gone wild. Some news stories falsely reported that the Emory administration was offering “emergency counseling” to the students in pain over the Trump graffiti. In truth, protesting students were answering speech they found offensive with more speech, which is exactly what people are supposed to do in a society committed to freedom of expression. Rather than calling for censorship, the students were calling on the Emory community to stand with them against campaign rhetoric they viewed as harmful and dangerous. “We are not scared of the chalk,” the students said in a statement responding to the social media backlash against them. “We are not mad about being politically challenged. We are rightfully angry because we also exercise our First Amendment right to freedom of speech and there are people on this campus, and in this country, who as a result choose to threaten us and twist the truth to protect their own bigotry.” Freedom of speech is challenged and chilled when people speak out, only to be labeled “PC” by media and threatened by those who disagree with the content of their speech. Freedom of speech is also harmed — it must be said — when anti-Trump protesters attempt to shout down Trump during his
rallies, something that happens with disturbing regularity. We all need, in our various ways, “safe spaces” — homes, houses of worship, gathering places on campuses — where we can openly and freely be who we are with people we know and trust. But in the larger public square of America, including common places we share on university campuses, we must have safe spaces for free speech. When I was an Emory student back in the day, I helped organize peaceful protests on the same quadrangle where students gathered this month to protest the Trump graffiti. During one of those rallies, a groundskeeper who didn’t like our antiwar message drove his lawnmower back and forth between the microphone and the crowd to drown out the speakers. I didn’t like the assault on my free speech then — and I don’t like the assault on Donald Trump’s free speech now. No one has a “First Amendment right” to prevent crowds from hearing speakers at Trump events organized and paid for by the Trump campaign. And no one has a “First Amendment right” to threaten people who protest messages conveyed by pro-Trump graffiti. Safe space for free speech requires reasonable restrictions preventing disruption, keeping the peace and protecting people from threats of violence. More deeply, safe space for free speech requires a shared commitment to a modicum of civility. Speech that demonizes, ridicules and stirs hate may be protected speech — but it turns the public square into a hostile, sometimes violent arena. The First Amendment, of course, does not mandate civility. But civil discourse — robust, but respectful exchange of ideas — is critical to sustain a free society that would remain free. Charles C. Haynes is vice president of the Newseum Institute and founding director of the Religious Freedom Center. E-mail: chaynes@newseum.org Web: www.religiousfreedomcenter.org Twitter: @hayneschaynes
Choosing life, which is a brief experience By Glenn Mollette Life is an opportunity to spend a brief period of time in this world. During this minimal space of time we are fortunate to enjoy what most others cannot do. Most of the people who have ever lived are dead. Therefore we are in a very rare state of existence. We are in the land of the living. We breathe, eat, work, worry, cry, laugh and either enjoy or hate life. I read about young adults who die almost every day. Young people overdosing on drugs, alcohol or committing suicide. Millions more live in a depressive state. Life has its ups and downs and there is really no such thing as a perfect life. All of us are faced with sickness, caregiving, worries, stress, messes, disappointments, sadness, victories and more. It’s life. We often look at other lives and envy them. We develop the impression that others are free of problems and sadness when often those who seem to be the happiest struggle the most. While being a caregiver for 12 years an acquaintance commented to me, “You seem to have the world by the tail. No one would ever dream you have a problem in the world.” Smiling, trying to keep a good attitude and being kind to others throws a lot of people off. Sadly, we aren’t used to seeing this in most people. We can’t live our lives based on others. No one thing will make you happy or fill you with a vibrant life. No one person makes you alive. No one certain job will make you alive. Life is not ultimately found
in money, a relationship, a child, a career, a house or anything. All of these of course add to our living. However, ultimate living is more powerful than any one certain thing, event or person. I understand losing a child or spouse in death cuts our hearts out. I’ve buried a child and a wife. It’s horrific. I’ve had disappointments in business, frustrating jobs and fallen flat on my face. I know what it’s like to draw unemployment. I know what it feels like to go to the county social services office and apply for Medicaid because I couldn’t afford to pay for my wife’s nursing home expenses. I know what it’s like to lose “friends” because I didn’t do exactly as they thought I should do. Oh well. Lots of stuff can rob us of life. Don’t let this political season sour your life. Carefully consider who you think will be best for protecting our country by bringing our jobs back, updating our infrastructure, strengthening our Social Security and strengthening our military. Fighting and arguing about it all day is a waste of energy. Make your choice and vote. My preacher was talking a lot about life at church this past Sunday. He quoted a verse of scripture from Proverbs 12:28, “In the way of righteousness there is life.” He talked about choosing to live. There are choices that lead to death but there are choices that lead to life. I hope today that you choose to live and love life. It’s a brief experience. Glenn Mollette is a syndicated columnist and author. He is the author of 11 books.
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f there is one thing that most drivers hate, it’s red light cameras. But I think red light cameras, and even speed cameras, are necessary to crack down on reckless drivers who we all see blow red lights, or who race 20 miles over speed limits in our neighborhoods. The problem, though, is that the system is rigged. It’s not about safety. It’s about making money. Chicago and many communities want to hit you with a fine, not keep you safe when they install red light cameras. Why else does Chicago adjust the red lights when it installs red light cameras to shorten the amber (yellow) light from three seconds to two seconds? The fact is almost every light is adjusted down to reduce the amount of time cars have to go through a light when a camera is installed. If communities cared about safety first, they would increase the amber light, not shorten it. And, they should install “countdown” light displays — where the traffic light displays a countdown of 20 seconds to when the light changes. That would prevent accidents when cars face the difficult-to-see “warnings” that a red light camera is installed at an intersection. Fearing the ticket, cars slam on their breaks as they approach lights in anticipation of the light change. I also support speed cameras, but they should be set to 10 miles or more over the speed limit. The reason is that road speed signs change so abruptly and quickly on many roads, again for the wrong reasons. It is frustrating to watch as cars zip through school zones when the schools-in-session lights are blinking. I wish I could give them tickets. Or when you stop at a red light and the idiot next to you speeds up to rush through. I want the police to nail speeders and reckless drivers, but you just can’t trust government that is driven more by making money than it is about your safety as a driver or a school child trying to cross a street to get to school.
On second thought ... In one edition of this newspaper, I wrote about the unfairness of our election system. I pointed out Super Delegates strip the voters of their choices for president. And, I criticized the Electoral College as a flawed system. The Electoral College isn’t democratic at all. It’s an effort to ensure that the “insider establishment” gets to select the candidates it wants to become president, not you, the people. Here is how the government describes this process: “The process for selecting Electors varies throughout the United States. Generally, the political parties nominate Electors at their State party conventions or by a vote of the party’s central committee in each State. Each candidate will have their own unique slate of potential Electors as a result of this part of the selection process. Electors are often chosen to recognize service and dedication to their political party. They may be State-elected officials, party leaders, or persons who have a personal or political affiliation with the Presidential candidate.” In a way, you vote for the Electoral College, but you really don’t pick them. And the truth is most are not obligated to vote for the president they claim to have represented. They can vote any way they want. We should change the presidential elections. Eliminate the primaries. Allow anyone to run for president. Eliminate the Super PACs and put a limit on how much a candidate can spend, and require the media to set aside programming to allow each and every candidate to provide information on who they are fairly and on a level playing field. As it stands, the system is corrupted by insiders who want to prevent the average Joe from taking over the country. But, the principle of “majority rule” either means the majority makes that choice, or it doesn’t. If it doesn’t, then let’s at least stop pretending that we are a democracy. Ray Hanania is an award-winning former Chicago City Hall reporter and columnist. Email him at rghanania@gmail.com.
Thursday, April 7, 2016
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HEALTHY ANSWERS FOR LIFE
Exercise is about much more than just weight loss
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ith spring in full swing, I wanted to write about exercise. April is a great time to begin an exercise regimen with such nice, mild weather outside. First, I wanted to say that I think it’s a good idea to start thinking of exercise in a different way. We usually think of exercise as connected with weight loss, and while exercise and weight loss do go hand and hand, it seems to me that connecting exercising with trying to lose weight can put exercise in a negative light, as something that can almost be a discouragement and easily set aside as “too hard” or too large of a problem to overcome. If we begin to shift our thinking from the idea of exercising to lose weight to instead, deciding to make a change to a healthier, more active lifestyle, I think it can make a real difference. “Dieting” can feel like such a negative thing, and can be something that’s difficult to maintain. For example, my dad (I hope he doesn’t mind me writing about him) was overweight for years, and would joke every week about how he was, “restarting his diet” each Monday — something which never stuck. Then, a couple years ago, he and his wife decided to make a change, and they took up biking. At 73, he has gone from being overweight and unhealthy to biking huge distances, sometimes up to 50 miles at a time! I am amazed by him, and really proud. I wanted to tell his story as an example that anyone can make a change, today, and turn their life around to a healthy, active life, no matter how sedentary you may be. It doesn’t happen overnight, but it won’t happen if you don’t start. Being active is about much more than weight loss — exercise is one of the top ways to prevent heart disease. Exercise improves blood flow, lowers blood pressure, and strengthens the heart, all of which lead to a longer life! The official recommendations for exercise are 2.5 hours of moderate aerobic exercise a week. That number seems like a lot, but is completely doable when broken up into small minutes each day. Many people say that they don’t have enough energy to exercise. If that’s the case, supplements like ginseng can really
help. Ginseng is a herb used for thousands of years for vitality and stamina and is something that can help you to get going in the morning. In fact the German science commission has approved ginseng’s use in fatigue. Studies Carolyn havereducing shown that ginseng Johnson helps with increasing stamina during exercise, allowing a person to sustain aerobic activity for a longer period of time with less fatigue. A typical dose is two five hundred milligram capsules first thing in the morning. Ginseng is slightly more effective on an empty stomach, though it can be taken with food. Another supplement that can be helpful for people starting an exercise regimen is CoQ10. CoQ10 is most well known for its benefits to heart health, though it is also useful for improving stamina and energy during exercise and even helping with improving recovery after exercise. CoQ10 has so many proven benefits and is a supplement everyone would benefit from. If you’re interested, you can search “CoQ10” on our website at passhealthfoods.com for many, many articles on the benefits of CoQ10. The standard dosage is 100mg per day. CoQ10 is a fat soluble vitamin, so it should be taken with food for the best absorption. The last recommendation I would make would have to do with protein. After exercising, particularly strenuous exercise or exercise where you’ve worked your body hard, it’s a good idea to use a protein shake. There is a “magic window” of 45 minutes after exercise where ingested protein can make a real difference for muscle repair and synthesis. That protein does not need to be in the form of a protein shake, though I have found protein shakes to be the most convenient after exercise, since they’re simple and fast. If you consume dairy products, whey protein is a fantastic, easily absorbed protein source, and the company Jarrow has a line of whey protein powders, which are very high quality as well as a good value. If you’re dairy-free, as I am, I’d very much recommend Garden of Life’s Organic Plant
Protein. It’s the one I use, and I really love it. Also, while supplies last we have a number of really nice shaker cups that are free with any full size Garden of Life protein powder. I use a shaker cup all the time; you can put a serving of protein powder in a shaker cup to take along with you when exercising at the gym and then add water and drink immediately after exercising, since protein shakes are best when drunk right after mixing. Protein shakes taste best when mixed with milk or in a smoothie, but they are perfectly acceptable when mixed with water — plus it’s easier and has less calories. Finally, I want to say two more thingsthe first is that exercise can be enjoyable, and not everyone likes the same things. We live in an area with a huge amount of paved forest preserve trails, and Lake Katherine and Swallow Cliff are nearby as well. If you don’t like biking, try walking, or running, or hiking. Numerous studies have shown the benefits to stress relief simply by being outdoors, and even more have shown exercise’s ability reduce stress and improve mood. In closing, I again want to encourage you to start being more active and to begin to add exercise as a regular component to your day! Nothing happens overnight, but it all starts with a choice, and taking that first step. Good luck! Carolyn Johnson is one of the knowledgeable associates at Pass Health Foods at 7228 W. College Drive. Feel free to stop by the store for more information or advice. www. passhealthfoods.com This column makes no claims to diagnose, treat, prevent, mitigate, or cure diseases with any advice or products. Any health-related information in this article is for educational purposes only. The ultimate responsibility for your choices and their effect on your health are yours and before applying any therapy or use of herbs, supplements, etc., you should consult your health care provider.
Hills Chamber will hold Small Business Expo in Palos Hills on April 16 The Inaugural Hills Chamber Small Business Expo will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 16 at the Palos Hills Community Resource and Recreation Department, 8455 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills. Besides various businesses throughout the
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syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, migraine, Neuro-Behcet’s autoimmune disease, neuropathy, osteoarthritis, polycystic kidney disease, PTSD, and superior canal dehiscence syndrome. Right now, there are not enough people to support the disensary, Werner said. “Only 5,000 people are signed up for medical marijuana, and the medical dispensary developers were hoping for 10,000 people,” said Werner. Werner said she has called Gov. Bruce Rauner. She is still waiting for a return call. Rauner’s administration has also rejected osteoarthritis, mi-
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for MAP grants by more than $32 million. St. Xavier students were eligible to receive about $7 million in MAP grants, while students at Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills should have received $2.4 million Rauner has since vetoed two versions of that bill, stating that the legislation would only increase the state’s debt because no additional funding is being
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sexual violence is on campus.” One in four college women will be a victim of rape during her academic career, and less than five percent of college victims file a police report, according to the facts and figures on display. John Pelrine Jr., SXU’s vice
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As a result, difficult decisions like suspending renewal reminder notice mailings are decisions we are being forced to make.” About 800,000 renewal notices used to be sent out each month. The change meant that vehicle owners now have to remember when their license stickers are up for renewal. Residents can still get notices by email if they register online. They need to do that through the Secretary of State’s website, cyberdriveillinois.com. Those
community that will be present, a representative from Palos Township will be providing blood pressure screenings. A ComEd representative will also be on hand to answer any questions regarding the new smart meters that are currently being installed in the
community. The ComEd rep will also offer literature on how residents can improve the way electricity is used in the home. Admission is free. To learn more about the Hills Chamber, visit the website at thehillschamber.org or at facebook.com/thehillschamber.
graine and post-traumatic stress disorder. The moves appeared to be a complete rejection of the proposals by former Gov. Pat Quinn, who Rauner defeated in 2014. Steve Weismann, CEO of Windy City Cannabis, said from his perspective the program has been a success. Besides Worth, Weisman has Windy City Cannabis facilities in Homewood, Justice and Posen. He visits each of the dispensaries each week and sometimes drops in at all four locations in a day. He is encouraged by the responses he has received. “The people who come in there are incredibly grateful,” said Weisman. “They tell us all the time. So, from the standpoint, we have been very successful. From a financial standpoint, no not at all. Why the governor wants to
restrict someone from having pain alleviated is beyond me.” In Illinois, the advisory board that has been restructured by Rauner is made up of physicians, nurses and patients. Last fall, Rauner vetoed an extension to the four-year pilot program, stating he would approve continuing it only through April 2018. At that time, the governor said he wanted to evaluate it. That concerns Werner and Weisman, who believe Rauner may be setting the program up to fail by restricting what ailments can be treated with medicinal marijuana. Weisman was asked if more can be done to publicize that the facilities are open. “I think there is a little public awareness issue,” Weisman said. “Some doctors have been hesitant to
come on board. I don’t know why.” Patients must get a signed certification from a doctor as part of the application process to use medical marijuana in Illinois. But Weisman said he believes that if critics gave the program a chance, they would have a different opinion. “Incredibly, we have had people cry because their pain has been alleviated,” said Weisman. “We have had one of our patients, a quadriplegic, who can now wiggle his toes for the first time. This is not a cure, but it makes people feel better.” Illinois is the 23rd state to legalize medical marijuana, although the drug remains illegal under federal law. More information can be obtained at WindyCityCannabis.com
provided. Burke and state Sen Bill Cunningham (D-18th) stated in response that they are willing to negotiate to come up with an alternative. However, both legislators have said they do not want to see collective bargaining lessened or eliminated. Rauner’s “turnaround agenda” calls for restrictions on collective bargaining and curbing the influence of union leaders. Burke said legislators are back at work this week. However, she said that much still has to be done.
“We’re back at this week but nothing is really going on,” said Burke. “There have been some informal talks but not overall meetings. We can only hope.” Officials at Moraine Valley Community College have said despite the fact the budget lockdown is now in its 10th month, the local institution has weathered the storm well. “We’re coping,” said Mark Horstmeyer, spokesperson for Moraine Valley. “We have always been very careful. We have always been fiscally conserva-
tive. But I’ve heard some people say this could continue another year or two. At that time, if that happens, we would have to do something.” MAP grants are issued to students attending state schools based on financial need. Grants can be as much as $5,000. More than 125,000 students across the state are enrolled in the MAP program. Higher education has become another stumbling block in budget discussions. Rauner has proposed cutting higher education funding by 20 percent
president of student affairs and one of the men who participated in the walk, said students are educated as soon as they arrive to the university about sexual assault. “We do a lot of education from the day they arrive here for the orientation program,” Pelrine said. “We try to bring the issue to the forefront. And there are strict policies in place where anyone is held accountable for their
behavior.” Pelrine said most of the men in the walk know someone who has been involved in domestic or sexual violence. He thinks it’s important for people in the community to see prominent men be involved in such a cause. Brandon Swanson, assistant director for alumni relations, who also participated in the walk, said
he hoped people in the community would become more aware that sexual violence against women is happening. “They’ll be able to see the statistics and know that really happens,” Swanson said. “It may be people you work with or who are in your family. Make sure you see the signs and are aware. “If they reach out to you, be that support system.”
people also will have the information needed to renew their license stickers online. Those who don’t have access to email or a computer will have to go to a drivers’ license facility in order to renew their stickers. White’s office reported that 413,709 drivers renewed their registration in November. The renewal rate for November 2014 was 512,760, which is a reduction of just over 19 percent. The margin was even greater for March. According to the secretary of state’s office, 301,965 renewals occurred last month. Compare that to March 2014 in which the renewals were 475,314.
This is a reduction of just over 36 percent from a year ago. Vehicle owners could receive a 30-day grace period to renew their registration without fines or tickets under legislation that was introduced in the House. The bill is somewhat redundant because Illinois drivers already have 30 days after their stickers expire to pay before they are charged a $20 fine. However, it would prevent law enforcement from sending out tickets in that same time period. Residents can check their expiration dates and renew a tag before the deadline. Motorists can renew their license plate
number information in person by dropping in at any secretary of state offices. Residents can provide the information verbally or have it written down when entering one of the facilities. Renewals can take place at any time during the year. The Illinois Environmental Agency is also no longer sending out by mail emission test reminders. EPA officials said that the tests are scheduled every other year. More information can be obtained by calling the EPA emission testing at (847) 758-3400 or visit www.ilsos.gov/ regstatus.
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DEATH NOTICES Connie Cash Connie Faye Cash (nee Minyard), 67, a resident of Oak Lawn, died March 31 at Bria Health Services in Palos Hills. Mrs. Cash was a registered nurse. Survivors include daughters, Timi Rodriguez and Jaime O’Leary; son, Jason Cash; sister, Connie Minyard; brothers, Richard Minyard and Michael Minyard; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Services are at 8:30 a.m. today (Thursday, April 7) at Richard-Midway Funeral Home, 5749 S. Archer Ave., Chicago, to St. Gerald Church, 9310 S. 55th Court, Oak Lawn, for 9:30 a.m. Mass. Interment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Wilfred Diesel Wilfred H. Diesel, 87, an Oak Lawn resident, died March 23 at Kindred Hospital in Northlake. Mr. Diesel, a U.S. Navy veteran, was a Local 134 electrician who worked throughout the Chicago area. He was active in the union and retired after working on the new park for the Chicago White Sox. He was an avid fan of the White Sox. He was active at his church and worked as an electrical craftsman. He was active with the Masons, American Legion Retirees and Elks. Mr. Diesel was an ardent supporter of his children and grandchildren’s activities and events. Survivors include a daughter, Nancy Hamilton; son, Carl; three grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and cousins. A celebration of Mr. Diesel’s life will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 9 at First United Methodist Church, 100th and Central, Oak Lawn. A Masonic service will be held at 10:30 a.m. and a memorial will take place at 11 a.m. Interment with a military service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, April 11 at Mount Greenwood Cemetery, 2900 W. 111th St., Chicago.
John E. Murray John E. “Jack” Murray, 78, a resident of Orland Park and formerly of Worth and Homer Glen, died March 30. He was the beloved husband of Diane (nee Stevens); devoted father of John E. “Jack” II, editor of The Regional News (fiancée Jessica Loftus), Jennifer (Joseph) Reda and the late Michael. Loving Papa of Michael, Kayla and Jeremy Reda. Cherished son of the late John and Anna. Dear brother of Mary Jane (the late Donald) Gribnitz, Patsy (the late Edward) Losiewicz, William (Angie) Murray, Janet (Elmer) Seaquist, Arthur (the late Margie) Murray, Michelle (Eugene) Rusch, Michael (Sandra) Murray and the late Pamela Bokholdt. Also many nieces and nephews. Mr. Murray was born in Chicago. He was a retired superintendent of maintenance at UOP in McCook. Services were Monday from Richard J. Modell Funeral Home in Homer Glen to St. Bernard Church for Mass. Visitation was held Sunday. He loved fishing, bowling, dancing, poker with his buddies, cars, and spending time with his grandchildren. Mr. Murray was known as the local handyman, never using anyone to fix his personal items and always willing to help others.
Kacper Ostrowski Kacper Adam Ostrowski, 22, a Hickory Hills resident, died Saturday at home. Mr. Ostrowski was residential home remodeler. Survivors include his mother, Urszula (nee Jakubik) Ostrowska; father, Adam Ostrowski; grandmother, Genowefa Jakubik; aunts, Magdalena Lapinska and Malgorzata Retel; uncle, Marcin Jakubik; and many cousins and friends. Visitation is from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday, April 8 at Zarzycki Manor Chapels, Ltd., 8999 S. Archer Ave., Willow Springs. Services are at 9:45 a.m. Saturday, April 9 from the funeral home to Our Lady Mother of the Church Polish Mission, 116 Hilton St., Willow Springs, for 10:30 a.m. Mass.
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Thursday, April 7, 2016
Removing epinephrine can make dental visits more tolerable
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ost people I know absolutely hate dental visits. For many years, that’s exactly how I could describe my visits. I can’t explain it, but the thought of the dentist is so uncomfortable to me. I even dread it the night before my appointment. I remember how I would sit there in discomfort and clinch my fists as my heart pounded and I felt anxious. I had already received the numbing shot, yet, I was even more uncomfortable as I awaited the dentist’s entry into the room. It was never something I could put my finger on. Why? It wasn’t just me, because I’ve known others who were even worse than I when it came to going for dental work, regardless of what that dental work involved. It wasn’t until just a few years ago I learned what at least part of my
discomfort involved, and it wasn’t what most may think. I was interested in what made the gums numb and how the injection worked. I noticed that within the injection, was a little epinephrine. I was told it caused the numbing to last longer. Whatever it does, it can also cause anxiety and other symptoms that we might mistake for mere jitters at going to the dentist. I found this information and these additional warnings online regarding the contents of at least one of the dental injections: “Septocaine (articaine HCl and epinephrine) Injection is a numbing anesthetic for dental procedures. Septocaine is available in generic form. Common side effects of Septocaine include tongue pain or swelling, facial swelling, headache, mouth sores, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, upset stomach,
increased thirst, drooling, nervousness, dizziness, drowsiness, ear pain/ earache, neck pain, joint or muscle pain, unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth, numbness or tingly feeling, mild skin rash or itching, runny nose, or sore throat.“ The explanation continued: “The dose of Septocaine to be used depends on factors such as type and extent of surgical procedure, depth of anesthesia, degree of muscular relaxation, and condition of the patient. Septocaine may interact with cold medicines, diet pills, stimulants, medi-
cation to treat ADHD, medicines to treat psychiatric disorders, medications to treat nausea and vomiting, or MAO inhibitors. Tell your doctor or dentist all medications and supplements you use. Septocaine may be harmful to a fetus. Before you receive Septocaine, tell your dentist if you are pregnant. It is unknown if Septocaine passes into the breast or if it could harm a nursing baby. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding. “ Jitters and anxiety are common. You may want to forgo that cup of coffee in the a.m. if you are getting dental work, the RX page explained certain foods or drinks can also play a role. You may want to avoid any thing with caffeine, such as coffee or tea, or any other stimulants prior to your dental visit. All in all, there is little to be concerned about unless you are allergic or
LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION SUSAN M. ISAKSON Plaintiff, \ -v.- JOHN J. BECK, NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND UNKNOWN PARTIES Defendants 2015 CH 10081 7921 WEST 98TH STREET Hickory Hills, IL 60457 NOTICE OF PARTITION SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Partition and Sale entered in the above cause on March 16, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 9, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 12 IN PRILL’S HICKORY HILLS ESTATES, A SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 7921 WEST 98TH STREET, Hickory Hills, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-12-104-005-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC has a valid and subsisting lien in the amount of $181,876.21 as of March 16, 2016, plus interest and penalties and less any payments of credits made since the assessment. Except for Plaintiff, any other party claiming an interest in the premises or the proceeds of the judicial sale of the mortgaged real estate is deferred in proving its priority until the hearing to confirm the sale. The opening bid shall be a bid of not less than the amount of $181, 876.21. Sale terms: 10% 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, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
During the social hour from 6 to 7 p.m., guests can have French wine and beer, sample passed hors d’oeuvres, visit the crepes and charcuterie stations, stop at the flower market and caricaturist, and bid on silent auction items. Entertainment will be provided by a strolling cabaret singer and accordion accompanist. A four-course dinner featuring wine complements will be served from 7 to 9:30 p.m. The food will be prepared by students in the college’s Culinary Arts
LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LAKE MICHIGAN CREDIT UNION Plaintiff, -v.THOMAS HALPIN, ERYN M. HALPIN Defendants
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 10, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 11, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 15 IN HARTZ’S 92ND STREET AND MEADE AVENUE SUBDIVISION NO. 1 OF PART OF THE SOUTH WEST 1/4 OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9112 MEADE AVENUE, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-05-318-004-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence.
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LIBRARY HAPPENINGS CHICAGO RIDGE
OAK LAWN
“Color Therapy for Adults” will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today (Thursday, April 7) at the Chicago Ridge Library, 10400 S. Oxford. Adults will be given an opportunity to color for fun. Coloring books for adults is a new and popular trend that has been described as having many emotional and creative benefits. The library staff supplies the pages, colored pencils, coffee and tea. More information can be obtained by calling the library, (708) 423-7753, or visit the website at www.chicagoridgelibrary.org for this free class.
The Local History Department of the Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave., invites residents to visit its latest annual exhibit, “Hitting the Road: An Historic Trip Down 95th Street,” beginning Saturday, April 9. Featuring over 100 images and dozens of artifacts, the display highlights the important role 95th Street has played in Oak Lawn since the village’s founding more than a century ago. For more information about this and other adult programs, call (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
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‘Hitting the Road: An Historic Trip Down 95th Street’ exhibit
The judgment amount was $269,168.42. 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.
For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: LAW OFFICE OF JAMES A. PODGORNY, 7000 WEST 127TH STREET, Palos Heights, IL 60463, (708) 448-5297 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.
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.
LAW OFFICE OF JAMES A. PODGORNY 7000 WEST 127TH STREET Palos Heights, IL 60463 (708) 448-5297 Attorney Code. 38845 Case Number: 2015 CH 10081 TJSC#: 36-4053
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C15-28233.
Dr. Mark and Kate Sblendorio will no longer be practicing optometry at For Eyes Optical Chicago Ridge as of 04-01-16. For Eyes will be assuming the medical records. Both Mark and Kate will be joining Visionworks at 95th and Western (773)239-4881 and Tinley Park (815)464-0668
Violet Wilkes (above) is the new Dean of Nursing for the Violet Schumacher School of Nursing at Northwestern College, 7725 S. Harlem Ave., Bridgeview. Wilkes was most recently at American Sentinel University and served as associate professor of their graduate nursing program. Prior to that, she had served as the BSN Nursing Program chair at National American University in Texas and at the ITT Technical Institute-Breckinridge School of Nursing. Originally from the Chicago area, Wilkes and her husband of over 20 years are currently residents of Hanna City, west of Peoria, but they are in the process of returning to the south suburbs. She has three adult children and four grandchildren.
NOTICE OF SALE
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).
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Program and Sodexo with dinner entertainment. The grand prize sponsor, Southwest Airlines, has provided two roundtrip tickets to anywhere Southwest Airlines flies. Tickets to win this prize are $15 for one or $50 for four. Sponsorships are still available and range from donating a silent auction item to advertising in the program book to purchasing a bronze, silver, gold, or platinum package with building levels of benefits. Tickets to Bon Appétit! April in Paris is $150 per person. They can be purchased in the Foundation office, Building M Room 220, or by calling the Foundation at (708) 974-5480. For more information about the event, sponsorships or to purchase raffle tickets, call the Foundation or email Chris Bennett at bennettc@morainevalley.edu.
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New Dean of Nursing at Northwestern College
It’s April in Paris at Moraine Valley Foundation gala The Moraine Valley Community College Foundation will host over 300 guests at its annual gala “Bon Appétit! April in Paris” on Saturday, April 16. The fundraising event will be in the Moraine Business and Conference Center (Building M), on campus, 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills. Proceeds benefit Moraine Valley students through scholarships and program enhancements.
have sensitivity to the epinephrine. The good part: Ask the doctor to remove the epinephrine from your injection. It will still numb you, but eliminating the epinephrine may help you avoid the jitters or other reactions. That is why, for the last eight or nine years, I have been far more comfortable with dental work, not happy, just more comfortable. Generally, I don’t even bother having the numbing injections, unless the work is quite extensive or involves major drilling or extraction. But, it is something to consider. So, if you’ve had the same problem or think you may, you can always tell the dentist you do not want the epinephrine in your anesthetic injection. Now, isn’t that something to smile about?
THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. C15-28233 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 15 CH 15602 TJSC#: 36-2009 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.
Breast health
First-aid kit for family
A program on breast health will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, April 11 at the Chicago Ridge Library. “Key to Life” will be presented by the Key Chain Project, sponsored by Cancer Treatment of America. They will teach participants about breast health and Komen Chicago’s efforts to end breast cancer. Individuals will make key chains that serve as a visual reminder for women to get regular mammograms, since early detection is the key. More information can be obtained by calling the library, (708) 423-7753, or visit the website at www.chicagoridgelibrary.org to register for the free event.
Patrons can learn how to create a healthy first-aid kit using nutritional supplements and essential oils at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 14 at the Oak Lawn Library. Visitors will learn how to use the kit and supplements safely and effectively. For more information about this and other adult programs, call (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
Fun and games Bingo will be played from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 13 at the Chicago Ridge Library. Prizes will be awarded to game winners. Refreshments will be provided. Participants must be at least 18 years old to play. No entry fee is necessary for the cash prizes. More information can be obtained by calling the library, (708) 423-7753, or visit the website at www.chicagoridgelibrary.org.
EVERGREEN PARK
Movie explores dolphins A movie about dolphins entitled “Spy in the Pod” will be screened at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 12 at the Evergreen Park Library, 9400 S. Troy. The presentation is about the library’s “Reel Discussion” program. The film is about a new generation of spy cameras that enter the dolphins’ world shedding light on the hidden lives of the bright creatures. The spy camera provides the most intimate views of dolphins that had ever been captured. Registration is requested from the library website at www.evergreenparklibrary.org or call (708) 422-8522.
Evergreen Park author to visit
Evergreen Park resident Joe Meno, a fiction writer and playwright, will discuss his work at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 13 at the Evergreen Park Library. Meno is a winner of the Nelson Algren Literary Award, a Pushcart Prize, a Great Lakes Book Award, and a finalist for the Story Prize. He is the author of six novels: “Office Girl,” “The Great Perhaps,” “The Boy Detective Fails,” “Hairstyles of the Damned,” “How the Hula Girl Sings,” and “Tender as Hellfire.” Registration is requested from the library website at www.evergreenparklibrary. org or call (708) 422-8522.
LEGO train display The LEGO train display that will feature running trains, pop culture references and original creations will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 9 and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 10 at the Oak Lawn Library. The event is for all ages, Registration is not required. The library hosted the LEGO Train Display in April 2014 when more than 2,000 adults and children visited the two-day event. The display is created by the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club, which was formed in 2002. Participating in seven to eight shows each year around the Chicago area, each club member has their own display space and the opportunity to focus on a genre of their choice. Trains connected the layout, which included replicas of gas and fire stations, an opera house, a bike shop, and various fast food staples such as Starbucks, White Castle and Culver’s. For more information about the LEGO Train Display and other programs, call (708) 4224990 or visit www.olpl.org.
Kids learn about bugs Children ages 5 to 7 can learn about bugs and can create one to take home from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, April 14 at the Oak Lawn Library. Registration is not required. For more information, call (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
Blues show Blues harmonica virtuoso and entertainer Samuel Lozada and his wife, Janice, will provide a blend of jazz, blues, rhythm and blues, swing and country at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 17 at the Oak Lawn Library, for the Mo’ Beat Blues Show. The Sunday with Friends concerts are sponsored by the Friends of Oak Lawn Library. For more information about this and other adult programs, call (708) 4224990 or visit www.olpl.org.
Ninja stories Ninja Night story time for kids ages 5 to 7 will be held from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 19 at the Oak Lawn Library. Hear stories and master ninja skills while playing games. Registration is not required. For more infor-
mation about this and other youth programs, call (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
‘Shadow Days’ author Robert Kurson, author of the 2004 bestselling book “Shadow Days,” will visit and talk at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 12 at the Oak Lawn Library. Patrons can have a cup of coffee and chat with Kurson, whose book depicts the true story about two Americans who discover a World War II U-boat sunk 60 miles off the coast of New Jersey. His 2015 release, “Pirate Hunters: Treasure, Obsession and the Search for a Legendary Pirate Ship,” is also a New York Times best seller. Copies of the books will be available for purchase. A book signing will follow the discussion. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
Mini Health Fair The Oak Lawn Community Partnership will hold a Mini Health Fair from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, April 13 at the Oak Lawn Library. Free blood pressure screenings, hearing tests (limit of 15), glaucoma tests, knee screenings (limit of eight) and therapy screenings will be offered on this day. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.
PALOS HILLS Wii gaming
Wi gaming will be offered for children ages 5 and up from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday, April 18 at the Green Hills Library, 8611 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills. Kids can challenge their friends in a Super Smash Brothers Brawl in the Teen Center.
Tech Club to explore robots The Tech Club will explore and tinker with technology and robots for grades three through eight beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 20 at the Green Hills Library. Kids will experiment with Makey Makeys, Squishy Circuits, Mbot robot and more. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org.
Green Team Time “Green Team Time with Miss Emily” will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 13 at the Green Hills Library. The nature-themed stories and activities program is for children ages 6 to 8.
Youths will create art The Art Club for youths ages 6 and up will meet to create their own works at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 at the Green Hills Library. Participants will learn about different artists and the type of art they create. They will create their works that will be hung in the gallery of the library. The program could get messy so participants should dress accordingly. Registration is limited to 20. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org.
Science experiments Patrons can perform a science experiment based on a favorite story book beginning at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 23 at the Green Hills Library. Some of the experiments can get messy so participants should dress properly. All ages are welcome, but under 6 must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registration is required and limited to 30. Register online at greenhillslibrary.org.
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I Love Kickboxing gym coming to Orland Park A new franchised kickboxing gym is coming to Orland Park and hopes to open in April. New York-based I Love Kickboxing is putting the finishing touches on its new facility at 15701 S. 71st Court in Orland Park, in a former Enterprise car rental office next to Meijer. It will be the company’s third location in Illinois and the first in the south suburbs. Other locations are in Plainfield and Aurora. I Love Kickboxing offers the same training for professional fighters to members from beginners on up. Classes last up to an hour and are taught by certified trainers with many accompanied by heart-pumping music. There is a preopening special of three
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Bertucci’s closes in Palos Hills ertucci’s restaurant, which has called Palos Hills home for several years, closed without warning in early March. The Italian eatery at 10331 S. Roberts Road gave no indication or warning it was closing. Its phone number has been disconnected. A spokesman at Palos Hills City Hall, which is next door to the restaurant, said nobody knows what happened. “Everybody is enquiring as to what happened,” the spokesman said. “But we Bob have no idea what hapBong pened. For all we know, it might reopen.” The 2,000-square-foot building is listed for sale at $179,000 on local real estate websites.
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Bertucci’s restaurant in Palos Hills closed without warning last month.
classes and free gloves for $19.99 for new customers. For more information, call (708) 3156440, visit their website at http://bit.ly/ Orland-Park-IL or check out their Facebook page at I Love Kickboxing - Orland Park.
Lacey’s Place opens 2nd location
Lacey’s Place, which opened its first location in January at 7355 W. Archer in Summit, opened its second location last week at 7348 W. 79th St. in Bridgeview. Lacey’s opened in Bridgeview on March 21 has five slot machines each with a variety of games and it features beer and wine. Each Lacey’s location has about eight employees and is open daily from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Bridgeview Chamber hosts luncheon The Bridgeview Chamber’s Administrative Professional’s Day Annual Luncheon will be held Wednesday, April 27, at Mama Luigi’s restaurant, 7500 S. Harlem Ave. in Bridgeview. Tickets are $25 and include lunch, entertainment, prize drawings and a gift from the Bridgeview Chamber. RSVP by April 21.
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Chamber offers scholarships The Bridgeview Chamber of Commerce has set April 19 as the deadline to apply for a scholarship. Criteria includes: • Be a current resident for one year or be employed by a chamber member as of Jan. 1, 2015. • Show financial need. • Must be enrolled or accepted to an accredited university, college or community college. Scholarship winners will be contacted by April 29 and invited to special ceremony on May 10 at Mama Luigi’s restaurant in Bridgeview.
Mega Flea Market opens The Mega Flea Market reopened for the season from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 3, and will run every Sunday through Sept. 25 at Toyota Park in Bridgeview. This is the second year for the flea market. Sellers are wanted and admission is free. For more information, visit megafleamarket.com. You can also catch up on Comings & Goings in other parts of the Southland at www.southlandbusinessnews.com and www.southlandsavvy.blogspot.com
Marquette Bank employees donate Easter goodies for needy kids Employees of Marquette Bank donated 200 Easter baskets filled with candy and toys to The Port Ministries to be delivered to less fortunate children by The Port Ministries’ Bread Truck. Employees purchased necessary items throughout the month of March and filled Easter baskets for kids to enjoy over the Easter holiday. “This is the sixth year that Marquette Bank has donated Easter baskets to the Port Ministries,” said Marquette Bank Executive Vice President Betty Kosky-Harn. “Our employees continue to show their support for the Port Ministries and this year’s Easter basket project was another heart-warming success.” For over 20 years, Port Ministries has been a multi-faceted ministry to serve poor and homeless families in Chicago. Throughout the years, they have expanded in response to increasing needs of area residents, including delivering food. The Port Ministries’ Bread Truck is essentially a mobile soup kitchen Supplied photo that “hits the streets” every day to provide Marquette Bank employees prepared, wrapped and donated 200 Easter baskets to Port Ministries nutritious meals to the poor. All food items in Chicago. are donated and the truck is manned by one Marquette Bank’s support of Port Minis- education and health/wellness. For more incoordinator and volunteers. For more information about Port Ministries, located at 5013 tries is part of the Marquette Neighborhood formation about the Marquette Neighborhood S. Hermitage Ave. in Chicago, visit www. Commitment. Each quarter the bank focuses Commitment or the bank, call (888) 254-9500 on a different area of need – shelter, hunger, or visit www.emarquettebank.com. theportministries.org.
o be successyour biggest long-term goal — retirement — ful at investing, still awaits you, so some people think they need to “get you may not want to in on the ground floor” scale back too much of the next “big thing.” on your stocks and However, instead of other growth-oriented waiting for that one investments. Nonetheless, including an “hot” stock that may allocation to bonds can never come along, consider creating an asset help to reduce some Scott allocation — a mix of the volatility of the Johnson of investments — that’s stock portion of your appropriate for your portfolio. needs, goals and risk tolerance. Now, fast forward to just a But once you have such a few years before you retire. mix, should you keep it intact At this point, you may want forever, or will you need to to lower your overall risk make some changes? And if level, because, with retirement looming, you don’t have so, when? much time to bounce back To begin with, why is asset from downturns — and you allocation important? Different types of investments — growth don’t want to start withdrawing from your retirement accounts stocks, income-producing when your portfolio is already stocks, international stocks, going down. So, now may be bonds, government securities, the time to add bonds and real estate investment trusts, other fixed-income investments. and so on – have unique characteristics, so they rarely rise Again, though, you still need or fall at the same time. Thus, some growth opportunities owning a mix of investments from your investments — after can help reduce the forces all, you could be retired for of market volatility. (Keep two, or even three decades. in mind, though, that allocaFinally, you’re retired. At tion does not ensure a profit this point, you should adjust or protect against loss.) Your your asset allocation to include particular mix will depend on enough income-producing investments — bonds, certificates your investment time horizon, comfort with risk, and financial of deposit, perhaps dividendpaying stocks — to help you goals. enjoy the retirement lifestyle When you are young, and starting out in your career, you you’ve envisioned. Yet, you can’t forget that the cost of livmay want your asset allocation ing will likely rise throughout to be more heavily weighted your retirement. In fact, at a toward stocks and stock-based modest 3 percent inflation rate, investments. Stock investments the price of goods will more historically have provided the than double after 25 years. So greatest returns over the long even during retirement, you term — although, as you’ve need your portfolio to provide probably heard, past performance can’t guarantee future some growth potential to help results — and you will need you avoid losing purchasing this growth potential to help power. achieve your long-term goals, By being aware of your asset allocation, and by making such as a comfortable retirement. Stocks also carry a timely adjustments as necesgreater degree of investment sary, you can provide yourself risk, including the risk of loswith the opportunities for ing principal, but when you growth and income that you have many years to invest, you will need throughout your life. have time to potentially overcome the inevitable short-term Scott Johnson, CFP., is a declines. financial advisor with Edward Once you reach the middleJones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos to-later stages of your career, Hills, (708) 974-1965. Edward you may have achieved some Jones does not provide legal of your goals that required advice. This article was written by Edward Jones for use wealth accumulation, such as by your local Edward Jones sending your children to college. However, what is likely financial advisor.
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AREA PROPERTY TRANSFERS Following are the property transfers in the area, according to the latest report, as received from the Cook County Recorder of Deeds Office. The Reporter Newspaper does not attempt to correct errors made by that office. Evergreen Park Stanley Banjamin to Wiley Trevor, 9956 S Trumbull Ave, $265,000; Foy James P Jr to Callahan Colleen E, 2914 W 100th Pl, $220,000; Chilimon Susan M to Morris Janice, 2937 W 99th St, $159,000; Mack Ind II LLC to Lo Paul Po-Chuan, 2944 W 97th Pl, $160,000; Kondaur Capital Corp to Bailey Nichole D, 9350 S Troy St, $138,000. Hickory Hills Wells Fargo Bk to Ciszek Boguslawa, 8940 Forest Ln, $115,500; Musa Holdings Grp LLC to Mohammed Musa, 8514 84th Ave, $260,000; Butler Samuel M Tr to Yafai Mohamed, 9419 S 81st Ave, $187,000. Oak Lawn Krause Jane to Klucznyk Terry P, 10344 Crawford Ave, Unit #204, $54,000; Variakojis Daina to Cronin Timothy, 9816 Karlov Ave, Unit #119, $65,000; Rybka Amanda M to Cruz Jacinto Andres, 5828 W 89th Pl, $170,000; Burant Adam to Cancino Juan R, 9350 S Ridgeland Ave, $167,500; D Adam Donna Lynn to Kharouba Rula E, 4817 109th St, Unit #2303, $55,000; Forbes Barbara to Schmeltzer Richard, 9724 Karlov Ave, Unit #4302, $47,500; Sought After Solutions to Ferguson Jennifer K, 10308 Pulaski Rd, Unit #307A, $74,500; Altieri Joanne K to Kocolowski Elaine, 10536 S Kildare Ave, $220,000; Sav Timotei to White Lashanda, 10354 S Parkside Ave, Unit #B310354, $103,000; Ahmed Atallah M to Sheikah Adel, 5917 W 89th St, $135,000; Heidemann Jason to Riley Investments LLC, 10520 S Kostner Ave, $100,000;
Sherry Theresa to Bergeron Neil, 10904 Kilpatrick Ave, Unit #3B, $71,000; Standard B&T Co Tr to Hurley Loretta, 10231 S Major Ave, Unit #10231107, $82,000; Kutkowski Keith L to Izzo Amy Frances, 11000 Kilpatrick Ave, Unit #11000NE1, $56,500; Vasquez Ann to Rincon Pete, 9233 Central Ave, $174,000. Baumann John W Tr to Rueck Joseph E, 10048 Crawford Ave, Unit #3E, $32,000. Palos Hills Mcgeoghegan Patricia K Tr to Dencikowski Marek, 9186 South Rd, Unit #9186A, $117,000; Standard B&T Co Tr to Flores David,
10454 S Winterpark Dr, $227,000; Rauen Edward to Zych Jan, 9747 S 89th Ave, $414,000; Smolynski Michele to Achterkirchen Phyllis, 11136 Cottonwood Dr, Unit #12B, $129,000; Orlowicz Mary Theresa to Monsour Cindy, 11124 S Helena Dr, $379,000; Krolik Patricia A to Reid Carolyn, 8125 Willow Dr, Unit #50D, $135,000. Worth Harris Robert F Est to Doleh Sadeden, 6920 W Crandall Ave, Unit #4, $51,000; ABC Bk to Tomaras Tom K, 11228 S Harlem Ave, $10.00; Kelley Colleen A to White William J, 7018 W 116th St, $242,000.
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10 The Reporter
SCHOOL NEWS
Thursday, April 7, 2016
Marist High senior is named 2016 Chicago Student Journalist of the Year Marist High School senior Solomon Davis was named 2016 Chicago Student Journalist of the Year by the McCormick Foundation and the Scholastic Press Association of Chicago (SPAC) at the foundation’s annual high school media awards luncheon at Roosevelt University on March 10. The foundation describes the award as a “most valuable player” award to honor the senior student who has done the most for his or her school publication each year. The McCormick Foundation provides SPAC with a $1000 scholarship for the winner.
Students, who are nominated by their journalism teacher and/or newspaper adviser, have completed work that has meant all the difference to the school’s paper as a copy editor, a photographer, a reporter or a writer. The judges for the Student Journalist of the Year Scholarship are professional journalists and journalism educators that consider the nomination form and writing samples from the nominee. Davis is a two-year staff member of Marist’s newspaper The Sentinel, and credits his fellow staff for part of his success.
“It’s an amazing thing to have done journalism for so many years and to receive recognition for it,” he said. “But I couldn’t do it without (Sentinel adviser) Mr. (John) Gonczy, who has been a great mentor and Davis supporter of everyone in the journalism class.” In addition to his work at Marist, Davis has been a three-year member of Columbia Links, a news literacy, journalism skills and leadership program for
Chicago teens and teachers, housed at Columbia College Chicago. Davis has narrowed down his college search to three formidable Midwestern schools, and plans to major in journalism or digital interactive media. “What’s important about journalism is that it allows us to take the stories of individuals and bring them to masses,” Davis said of what he enjoys about the industry. “Someone from one neighborhood can hear the story of someone from another part of country. And, it also offers the opportunity to bring the story of the disadvantaged to the spotlight.”
Kolmar Elementary School students (from left) Eman Akhatib, fi st grade; Matteo Filippo, fifth grade; and first-graders Namiko Juarez and Jack Leahy took part in a STEM activity before spring break creating objects like the structure above that resembles Dr. Seuss’ “The Cat in the Hat,” a story the classes read together.
Kolmar students take part in STEM challenge
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SXU alumna Nicole Munoz thanks Gianna Donato, 10, of Palos Heights, for getting her head shaved in support of childhood cancer research. Munoz was one of two students honored by SXU. She is currently battling Ewing Sarcoma.
St. Xavier students, community shave heads in fight against cancer The second annual St. Baldrick event was held March 29 at St. Xavier University in Chicago, where students and community members shaved their heads in solidarity with children who are batting cancer in exchange for donations. This year’s theme, “Past, Present, and Future,” honored SXU
students Nicole Munoz, an SXU alumna, and Tara Hill, current SXU student, who are presently battling cancer. The event was sponsored by the St. Xavier Council, Student Nurses Association and SXU’s Student Veteran Alliance. The event raised a total of $9,140 so far and donations are continuing.
Johnson Phelps Post and Auxiliary honor local essay contest winners Three local students are winners in the Johnson Phelps VFW and Auxiliary Post 5220 Voice of Democracy high school and Patriot Pen middle school essay contests. Justin Aubin, a resident of Oak Lawn and student at Brother Rice High School, and Oak Lawn resident Julia Kasprzak, a student at Oak Lawn Community High School, were the winners of the audio essay contest, “My Vision for America.” Aubin placed first in the contest. Kasprzak placed third in the competition. Margaret Hennessy, a student at St. Gerald Elementary School in Oak Lawn, and Lorenzo Zamarano, who attends St. Bruno Elementary School in Chicago, were the winners of the Patriot Pen middle school essay contest, “What Freedom Means to Me.” Hennessy placed third in the district competition.
The first- and fifth-grade students at Kolmar Elementary School, 10425 S. Kolmar Ave. Oak Lawn, engaged in a STEM activity before spring break with the objective being to create two structures using 10 and 18 ounce plastic cups and 3 x 5 and 4 x 6 index cards. Students discovered and discussed science terminology such as gravity, stability, and distribution of weight. Through trial and error, they redesigned their structures to achieve maximum height. Unifex cubes were used to measure the structures. During the follow-up activity, students compared the different structures’ shapes and heights and possible reasons why they were successful or not. The students also noted that their structures resembled Dr. Seuss’ “The Cat in the Hat,” a story they had read together.
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Chicago Christian High School hosts Seventh-Grade Step Up Day
Chicago Christian High School hosted its annual Seventh-Grade Step Up Day as 120 seventh-grade students (above) from 12 local schools attended the event on March 17. The day started with a short presentation from the Chicago Christian Improv Team. Several mixer games were led by the student council students. The seventh-grade visitors then toured the school, attended classes, and learned about various clubs and sports offered at the school. The day concluded with the students being treated to a pizza lunch.
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STUDENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT Local students are selected to dean’s list at Augustana College Several local students were named to the dean’s list for the 2015-16 winter term at Augustana College in Rock Island. Earning dean’s list honors were Oak Lawn residents Joshua Hennen, a junior majoring in Psychology and Philosophy; junior Isabel Valle, Teaching; senior Michelle Dempster, Communication Sciences and Disorders; and senior Angela Rembles, Biology. Also earning dean’s list honors was Palos Hills resident Christina Scott, who is majoring in Psychology.
Richards High School students are selected to honor roll
Top photo: Brother Rice High School student Justin Aubin is congratulated by Johnson Phelps VFW Post Cmdr. Rich Bukowski for placing first in the Voice of Democracy high school audio essay contest, “My Vision for America.” Oak Lawn Community High School student Julia Kasprzak (middle photo) is congratulated by Johnson Phelps VFW Auxiliary President Sue Opila for placing third in the contest. Right: St. Gerald Elementary School student Margaret Hennessy is congratulated by Sue Opila for placing third in the Patriot Pen middle school essay contest, “What Freedom Means to Me.”
Davis, along with seniors Caroline Roeper, Kara Keating, Miranda Insley and Taylor Allison, junior Faith Laughran, and sophomores Michelle Lenz, of Orland Park, and Marie Weber, Oak Lawn, also received certificates of excellence in journalism at the event. The Sentinel also received certificates of excellence for overall newspaper and layout. Marist will expand its journalism program during the 2016-17 school year with the addition of broadcast video studio where students will learn all aspects of news and video production. The studio will be built during the summer.
A group of students from Richards High School in Oak Lawn have been selected to the honor roll for the second quarter of the 2015-16 school year. Freshmen selected to the honor roll are Keighley Armstrong, Julian Hernandez, Trevon Jones, Julian Rodriguez, Pedro Serna-Gomez, Emily Trinidad, Bryianna Williams, Ali Abdel, Avery Graham, Jesse Torres, Iman Ahmad, Abdulaziz Bakhovuddin, Sennad Bin Ghalib, Jordan Couch, ElainaGregory, Brendon Kleczkowski, Connor Pulido, Katherine Strache, Yazan Thabet, Jessica Alba, Ezeldeen Anaqrah, Isaias Bordonaba, Valeria Calzada, Jessye Davis, Joshua Fritz, Abdullah Jamil, Damian Palomar, Juan Ramos, Neveen Salti, Aaliyah Seals, Hemza Zubi, Maya Arends, Zoe Moralez, Marius Washington, Ivan Aragon, Emmi DiVito, Ryan Peterson, Kaitlynn Prince, Gina Angone, Diana Falkowska, Justin Gardner, Kacper Kaczmarczyk, Carrington Stewart, Erick Vargas, Tristian Whitaker, Stephanie Nelson, Laith Ahmed, Jack Bulger, Angelina DesFosses, Cody Dryier, Alan Flores, Alonso Fonseca, Bashar Hamdan, Kamryn Hayes, Lanejah Huff, Kimari Jimmar, Cassidy Larson, John Lind, Adrian Martinez, Isabel Martinez, Khaled Muthana, Sean Nestor, Joshua Peterson, Walter Riley, Odei Sweis, Eleni Tsakonas and Dennzel Watts. Sophomores named to the honor roll are Samantha Caldera, Hemali Patel, Raul Rico, Sarah Sayeed, David Tobin, Melanie Salgado, Catherine Aguinaga, Kristijan Kleckaroski, Kayla Meske, Sofia Gomez, Milena Jakubauskaite, Taylor Comiskey, Ronald Kaminsky, Kenny Pham, Balqis Nasser, Patricia Samonte, Brian Lovetere, Mark Grochal, EwaBasiorka, Orrin Prater, Joshua Shores, Issa Smadi, Sarah Victor, Alex Drexel, Arianna Boerema, Haneen Sadeq, William Veal, Jazmin Davis, Jailah Martin, Brian Muniz, Farah Douleh, Julian Sanchez, Elijah Woodard, Angel Olmos, T’Rae Cooper, Dane Garcia, Jasmine Stennis, Yasmina Priebe, Mona Hulais, Emad Altamimi, Margaret Mary Murphy, Mouj Ziadat, Angel Zych, Zoie Winston, Yoseli Aguirre, Kelly Ackermann, Nadia Taiym, Tristan Lee, Theresa Meegan, LaMesha Brown, Tyler Fuquay, Lara Abbadi, Montell Dukes, Dominic Lueras, Ryan McHale, Hannah Pruente, Ryan Weber, Subhi Abu-ghoush, Brandon Avery, Illeana Martinez, Raymond Hight, Lilean Zubi, Amanda Gill, Kenya Johnson, Yanni Klementzos, August Matthews, Ruba Salma, Matthew Callan, Nasser Gaamoom, Nicholas Grochowski, Zaria Hughes, Azael Torres, Jordan Dixon, Seham Abdulhafid, Ayeda Ahmed, Breanna Green, Mohannad Hussein, Chase Lorz, Nadhrah Omer, Xavier Trayweeks, Mohamed Yafai and Abdelrahman Zubida. Juniors selected to the honor roll are Michael Rider, Erica Serna-Gomez, Lauryn Lockett, Gina Bartkus, David Gomez, Cassandra Juarez, Taylor Slehofer, Dimitra Vithoulkas, Alexander Ewell, Jonathan Prostka, Victoria Gonzalez, Martin Krickl, Frank Hesik, Jose Sandoval, Christine Leverenz, Jessica Hayes, Montaser Hamayel, Janie Hillman, Adam Zeiger, Emanuel White, Jasim Al-Beitoni, Maya
Escalona, Lorraine Hart, Satoria Davis, Tiffany Donohue, Jordan Scott, Rickey Griffin, Noah Isaacs, Thomas Pavesic, Mitchel Mulhall, Tasneem Rayyan, Mohammad Zuhour, Alex Zwick, Derrick Givens, Phoenix Lopez, Cristian Rivera, Sarah Abuadas, Hayley Grayson, Erin Hemphill, Tatiana Hyde, Marcus Hullett, Abdul-Ramon Ajasa, Frank Laxton, Michael O’Leary, Dominick Simik, Kevi Drummond, Trevon Caples, Christopher Hobbs, Jeremiah Melton, Weronika Lassak, Erika Swanson, Lanee Blackman, Nicole Candra, Matthew Pierce, Decola Rogers, David Baez, Aicha Therra, Fadel Shawar, Rania Hattar, Treveon Freeman, Bradley Arrigoni, Steven Ramirez, Leo LaPapa, Austin Pierce, Lexi Dryier, Klaudia Sulka, Catherine Johnson, Leslie Morales, Yazan Naser and Brianna Rodriguez. Seniors named to the honor roll are Filippo LiVolsi, Jennifer Ellement, Dejah Wimberley, Carolina Martinez, Sthefani Ortega, Matthew Paske, Maria Salas, Jocelyn Mosley, Agata Lichaj, Moataz Shaikh, Alexandra Pell, Kevin Thompson, DeJa Benson, Nuridean Alsaras, Asma Abdulhafid, Mohammad Sumaira, Minerva Espindola, Devaughn Jones, John Wysocki, Khalid Al-Itter, Judi Bataeineh, Madeline Kleczkowski, Savanah Julian, Alexis Bell, Montrell Bryant, Gianni Herrera, Jake Fleming, Gabriel Frausto, Hoang-Chuong Vuong, Janelle Davis, Chaaka Bolton, Gabrielle Murphy, Sarim Sajjad, Denise Vo, Leah Kendryna, Patrick Strahorn, Brandon Haynes, Ashley Bartels, Alexa Sweis, Ahmad Abdel, Joseph Doyle, Husam Naser, Kimberly Passananti, Danesha O’Dell, Juan Reyes, Nicholas Kamba, Jonathan Strache, Onofrio Loconsole, Daniel Schwarz, Paris Durden, Carlito Garcia, Joshua Mireles, Emillie Medina, KVaughna Hayes, Timothy Houlihan, Thomas Barker, Melissa Altahat, Otis Patterson and Wendy Morales.
Shepard High School students earn Honors with Distinction A group of students at Shepard High School in Palos Heights have received Honors with Distinction for the first semester of the 201516 school year. Students with a 4.0 or above grade-point average have earned Honors with Distinction. It is possible to exceed a GPA of 4.0 with weighted grades offered in honors and Advanced Placement courses. Freshmen earning Honors with Distinction are Shepard are Malak Zatar, Zachary Chua, Lucas Contreras, Reem Efein, Farah Elhoumaidi, Timothy Kopec, Jenna LoPresti, Millisent Caballero, Breanna Cordova, Paige Fugger, Aniya Jackson, Regan Monahan, Allison Witt, Katie Alex, Francesco Di Dio, Nadia Hernandez, Brandon Herrera, Alexander Komperda, Skyler Safi, Tatiana Almeida, Jason Covone, Alyssa Gonzales, Emma Horstmann, Elizabeth Jeeninga, Casey Bruce, Lillian Fisher, Kujtesa Gashi, Tyler Harvey, Christian Kowalkowski, Mario Owens, Ryan Wyrobek, Andrea Zavala Tinoco, Sabreen Ballout, Tucker Carter, Veronica Janik, Rudy Krastin, Magdalene Myrda, Nicholas Strama, Citlalli Velez, Kaylin Carreno, Joel Esparza, Yousef Isa, Christian Johnsten, Haley Kamholz, Symantha Noftz, Abigail Notter, Madelyn Powers, Justin Reilly, Jalen Rodriguez, Jainika Sharma, Kaitlyn Shelton, Kyle Skopec, Samuel Vander Weele, Dianna Lopez, Susan Zarebczan, Ameer Mohammed, Isabel Plasencia, Kylie Radz, Cynya Al-Ruh, Daniel Born, Emilie Bowman, Nicholas Brown, Thomas Dougherty, Mitchell Elzinga, David Klein, Carolina Lozano, Brandon Pizur, Kyle Reynolds, Joseph Thompson, Alyssa Zaldivar, Grace Culver, Paige Gilbert, Rebecca Harkala, Michael Ritchie, Grace Snelius, Micah Bourke, Emily Callahan, Sara Dziadkowiec, Emily Edmiston, Kevin Graham, Rachel Guzman, Anderson Kitzmiller, Zachary Oganovich, Yazan Shareef, Paulina Slaby, Alexis Urbauer, Samantha Witkowski and Jakub Zolnik.
Sophomores on the list are Rachel Habbal, Delaney Lyons, Isabella Gorzelniowski, Rebecca Ruger, Adam Zatar, Lauren Banicki, Alana Born, Jacob Kalabich, Elizabeth Correll, Meghan Hill, Nicholas Condon, Kathy Myrda, Jonathan Runquist, Angeline Schmelzer, Declan Quinlan, Amanda Wandachowicz, Hayley Goebel, Tania Hernandez, Ramsey Nakhleh, David Castillo, Jamal Mizyed, Matthew Dykstra, Paula Clohessy, Connor Sterling, Charles Szykowny, Reiner Mahler, Andrew Mutzbauer, Andreina Romero, Alexander Spindler, Kiley Boerema, David Cooper, Nicholas Smeraldo, Adam Alleruzzo, Jacob Kats, Kareema Keshta, Brooke Pieroth, Noor Ballout, Matthew Randich, Hanin Abuzer, Tyler Divis, Ahmad Zatar, Brooke Zielke, Mohamed Efein, Emily Paolini, Ryan Smith, Jillian Cabusas, Cristian Guerrero, Eric Ramirez, Thamer Yasin, Katherine Juarez, Abigail Morgan, Stephanie Reichard, Moriah Southall, Jacob Wolniak, David Dziuba, Angela Flisk, Joshua Lagrosa, Melissa Sanchez, Rainah Folk, Brianna Lukasiewicz, Nicholas McLawhorn, Lucas Gleich, Joseph O’Connell, Paul Striepling, Noelia Perez, Eric Bruesch, Sabdiel Romo, Nicholas Dombroski, Andrew Alheim, Sarah Kiwan, Ashley Klein, Caroline Staszak, Mallory Byrd, Christopher Sneed, Elizabeth Martinez, James Mundo, Anastasia Gadomski,Tiffany Kozlarek, Klaudia Styrnik and Cole Urban. Juniors on the Honors with Distinction are Oluwatobi Sogebi, Daniel Becker, Kevin Callahan, Valeria Hernandez, Alison Elzinga, Veronica Jacobson, Victoria Churin, Kelli Callahan, Brenna Braasch, Matthew Gibson, Ednan Gusic, Kelly Pawlak, Caleb Washington, Thomas McInerney, Jenna Huisenga, Joseph Iaquinta, John Clohessy, Timothy Komperda, Joseph Monahan, Marley Wiest, Paul Milkus, Stephanie Wasag, Brian Nelson, John Cody, Erika Brann, Jack Carberry, Alexis Carr, Allison Terry, Connor Kapala, Justin Soriano, Emma Toomey, Hailey Pezdek, Ellen Mueller, Alyssa Riley, Austin Castillo, Naledge Killins, Scott Huston, Nathan Sanchez, Brenna Koepp, Felicia Lonosky, Aleksandra Mierzejewska, Maryam Sandoka, Nicole Connors, Aaron Gowaski, Miquela Rubio, Brian Maty, Eryk Nowak, Robert Marinec, Jacob Esparza, Emma Sisk, Mary Stocklen, Karolina Budz, Nicole Fleck, Maura Callahan, Reilly Longawa, Samah Rafati, Audrey Stocklen, Adrian Cabrera, Patricia Medina-Malpica, Jacob Walters, Jackson Bergman, Valerie Stone, Hamzah Alkhatib, Ines Ruiz, Mark Farenga, Taylor Senf, David Lepak and Saul Tototzintle. Seniors selected to Honors with Distinction are Natalie Bruce, John Wolniak, Abigail Graham, Hayden Wiest, Sara Campione, Jacob Zuiker, Caroline Graham, Michael Graham, Hannah Horstmann, Aleck Poradowski, Jacob McGrath, Hannah Vasil, Michael Cuzco, Kylie Sterling, Janet Santoyo, Kendall Yerkes, Krystyna Nedza, Alexander Gowaski, Dylan Doidge, Sarah Quattrocki, Kailey Fitzgerald, David Lawando-Reddy, Troy-Lemuel Magpantay, Zachary Sierzega, Dinah Tadros, Taylor Hoekstra, Morgan Dolehide, Angeline Schulist, Alyssa Trinko, Nancy Lesnicki, Riley McDermott, Margaret Sera, Bryanna Cross, Samantha Stone, Karsyn Hettlinger, Dylan Porter, Maria Munoz, Jacob Nolan, Logan Couture, Maulika Thakkar, Max Jones, Nickolas Loquercio, Aolani Cahue, Garrett White, Benjamin Meyer, Elizabeth Ciukaj, Randall Barnes, Abigail Schultz, Grace Spindler, Jennifer Kempczynski, Anthony Crespo, Jacob Vander Weele, Jayna Wilson, Taiah Womack Hayes, Timothy Kruse, Kathryn Baker, Jenna Kozicki, Marlen Terrazas, Skylor Hilger, William Fitzgerald, Alana Oliveros, Paige Harkabus, Brandi Roberts, Lamese Ballout, Edmund Leyden are Noah Oprondek.
SPORTS The Regional News • The Reporter
Snow joke: Fire wins The Fire used an 11-on-10 advantage to beat Philly in a game that featured a few blizzards. Page 2
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Schofield homecoming
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Running career doesn’t skip a beat After having surgery to correct heartbeat, Brother Rice track athlete eyeing state bid By Anthony Nasella Correspondent
When Brother Rice’s Michael Sundermeier first started participating in track and field last season for the Crusaders, the current senior and four-year cross country runner knew he had a small window of time to make an impact in a new sport. But during that season, that window — as well as his entire athletic future — was in danger of being permanently closed when he experienced some issues with his heart, which ultimately required a cardiac ablation surgery in the fall. The Palos Park resident said he first experienced a small heart palpitation in eighth grade but had no further issues until his junior-year track season. But after a procedure and a small recovery time for just the healing of a scar in the fall, he found himself right back in the thick of running and training. Now, Sundermeier is out to prove that he not only has a strong enough physical heart but also the strong enough theoretical heart to excel and help the Crusaders to a successful outdoor track season and perhaps make an appearance in the Illinois High School Association track meet May 27-28 in Charleston. “I’ve been having a blast this year,” Sundermeier said. “With the surgery behind me, I’m looking forward to the outdoor season. Our best chance of reaching state is in the 3200 meter relay and I would love to make it in the 800, and would love to get break two minutes in that event. I’m currently at 2:06, so I think that goal is doable.” Sundermeier had put together
Michael Sundermeier (above, leading the pack) is hoping to race in the Illinois High School Association state meet in late May, eight months after having a heart procedure. Although he is not a hurdler, Brother Rice’s Sundermeier had a few hurdles to leap to get back on track because of his heart issue. Photos by Jeff Vorva
a solid cross country career and joined the track team in 2015 after not making the volleyball team. “Running is pretty much running. I do, however, prefer the shorter distances, so I enjoy track over cross country,’’ he said. “Both are really enjoyable, but track has become a passion.” And that passion was undoubtedly tested after surgery, in which a long flexible tube was inserted through his leg and up to the heart. “When I had the first small palpitation in eighth grade, the doctors just thought it was a fluke,” he said. “Maybe it was caffeine in my system, staying up late or being dehydrated. Thankfully, my heart has not acted up since. Technically, I could have gone back to running the next day but scab on the leg needed to heal.” The surgical procedure took place on Sundermeier’s 18th birthday, Sept. 16. “That was an enjoyable way to spend my special birthday,” he said with obvious sarcasm. “I got to the hospital at 8 a.m. and was back home by 5 p.m. At least I was able to enjoy a birthday dinner and cake at home.” Since Sundermeier came back, Brother Rice head coach Tom Wazio can’t say enough about his effort and performance. “Michael is the kind of guy who just wants to push through regardless of circumstance,” Wazio said. “We had to force him to shut down until he had the surgery in late September. He came right back and finished the cross country season. There seemed to be no problems. See SUNDERMEIER, Page 3
‘I truly started crying’ Four students, including one who was moved to tears, earn an Evans Scholarship By Anthony Nasella Correspondent
When Sandburg’s Grace Foley started running cross country for the Eagles four years ago, her mother gave her the practical idea of taking a summer job of caddying at the local Crystal Tree Golf and Country Club as a way to stay in shape and make some extra money. Little did Foley know that her job as a caddie would eventually open an opportunity for her to receive a scholarship that will pay her entire college education and housing for four years. Foley was one of four local caddies who were awarded the Chick Evans Scholarship, one of the nation’s largest privately funded scholarship programs. Local Evans Scholarship recipients are Foley and fellow Orland Park resident Scott Tatro, who attends Providence Catholic, as well as Crestwood resident Krysta Buche of Queen of Peace, who will attend Notre Dame this fall, and Marist’s Griffin Farrelly. Each finalist is a caddie with a unique story to tell, reflecting the scholarship’s four selection criteria: a strong caddie record, excellent academics, demonstrated financial need and outstanding character. To hear Foley’s mother Rene Round tell it, Foley demonstrates all four of those qualities.
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“I’m very proud of Grace for being the wonderful individual that she is,” Round said. “She’s kind and generous, she’s in the top five percent of her class, and she’s worked very hard as a caddie. The extra exercise had definitely been another way to stay in shape.” Foley, who will enter the school of business at the University of Illinois, said her father, Tim Foley, had a few friends who were Evans Scholarship recipients. However, she became more aware of the possibilities via a connection at Crystal Tree. “A great guy at a club, Mr. (Laurence) Hickey, explained the scholarship in a meeting to all of us,” she said. “I really didn’t think it would be much of a possibility. When I found out I received it I truly started crying. I never thought a summer job would lead to full ride to college.
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“It’s so exciting and awesome to be picked. The people at the Western Golf Association are so nice. I’ve made some lifelong friends.” Foley admitted to being a little intimidated the first time she caddied, but she eventually found her stride the same way she did in cross country. “The first time out there is a little bit tough because you want to do a good job and make sure you’re helping all your golfers,” she said. “It can a little nerve-racking because you don’t want to do anything wrong. A lot of the members there are super nice. “They’re easy to caddie to because they’re so nice to you, and you can get along with them well. It was a little rocky See EVANS, Page 4
The REAL Malik Parker
Photo by Jeff Vorva
Due to the sports editor’s error, the wrong photo was used in the March 31 edition naming Chicago Christian’s Malik Parker as the Reporter/Regional co-Boys Basketball Player of the Year. The above photo is indeed Malik Parker. Parker earned the honor for leading his team to the Metro Suburban Conference East title and the Class 2A Illiana Christian Regional title. The Knights were the first area team to win a regional in the past three seasons. He was also named his conference’s player of the year. He is shown in this photo shooting a 3-point shot in the regional title game.
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FOCUS ON AREA COLLEGES
SXU and TCC face off again — this time in Iowa Neighboring schools St. Xavier University and Trinity Christian College battled twice on the men’s volleyball court this year, with SXU coming up with two victories, including a 25-14, 27-25, 25-17 decision on March 29 in Palos Heights. They will battle each other one more time — this time in Iowa. Fifth-seeded Trinity tangles with fourth-seeded SXU in the first round of the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference Friday on the campus of St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa. In their last meeting, SXU junior outside hitter Sean Barry exploded for 19 kills and boasted an attack percentage of .516. Junior setter Moises Lopez of Oak Lawn had 35 assists. Trinity’s Ben Tocila led his team with seven kills and a .353 attacking percentage.
TRINITY CHRISTIAN COLLEGE Photo by Jeff Vorva
The Fire’s Gilberto (right) tries to get around Philadelphia’s Keegan Rosenberry during one of several snowy moments in Saturday’s 1-0 Fire victory.
FIRE VS. UNION ANALYSIS
Call them snow wonders Fire gets first victory in the Paunovic era, blanking Philly By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
To be sure, Philadelphia’s Warren Creavalle getting thrown out of the game in the second minute of the second half and the Chicago’s Fire Kennedy Igboananike’s goal four minutes later were the keys to the Fire’s 1-0 victory over the Union. But another factor that the Fire had to face was the sometimes snowy, sometimes sunny and always windy conditions at Toyota Park in Bridgeview on Saturday afternoon. The weather was worse in the first half and the Fire had to also survive a blizzard of shots (12, including a pair of C.J. Sapong attempts that hit the crossbar and post) and still came away with a 0-0 draw. That was the third element of the game that brought a pro soccer victory to the south suburbs. If the Fire defense didn’t
keep the Union off the board, it would have likely been another afternoon without collecting three points. Goalie Matt Lampson, who racked up his second straight shutout, said it wasn’t easy for him or the defense as the Fire improved to 1-1-2 and earned its first win in the Veljko Paunovic era in front of an announced crowd of 12,073. “It was probably the harshest conditions I’ve ever played in,” Lampson said. “It was very difficult for both teams so it’s a testament to our guys came out with three points in conditions like that. I’m incredibly proud of our team. Every single guy played his heart out. I think we deserved three points today. “That first half, honestly, was absolutely brutal. We needed to get out of that half without conceding and that’s exactly what we did. In soccer, luck always has something to do with it. Whether it hits the post or not doesn’t matter. We came out with the result that we wanted. We were resilient. We suffered through and got out of it the way
we wanted to.’’ Philadelphia game into the game with a 2-1-0 mark and tied for first with Montreal in the Eastern Division of Major League Soccer. “This win means a lot for me and everyone in the lockerroom,” Paunovic said. “We will have more confidence now and that’s very, very important. We beat a very good team. This win helps us to grow.’’ The team played its second straight game without leading scorer David Accam and after managing just three shots in the first half, the Fire took advantage of the 11-on-10 situation that Creavalle’s red card provided and had seven second-half shots including Igboananike’s second goal of the season (Michael Harrington assisted) to tie Accam for the team lead. “To play in this weather was difficult — you never knew what you were going to get,” Igboananike said. “You have to be mentally strong to play through that and we did that and picked up a win.’’
FIRE NOTEBOOK
Fire looking to regain its ‘honor’ By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
The Chicago Fire won its first game since Oct. 5 when it beat Philadelphia, 1-0, on Saturday — a streak of five games. The next challenge is to win on the road. The Fire visits the New York City Football Club Sunday at Yankee Stadium. Chicago has not won a road game since topping New England, 1-0, on July 12, 2014 — a streak of 26 games. The Fire has gone 0-18-8 in that span. The Fire has one more reason to want to win. Its 4-3 loss to NYC to open the season at Toyota Park is still stinging. “We had our honor hurt,” first-year coach Veljko Paunovic said. “We feel like we have some payback. There is something special about this game.’’ The coach said earlier this week midfielder David Accam is in the “final phase of recovery” from an injured left knee but is not sure if he will be able to play against New York. Accam missed the past two games.
Coming soon? Fire General Manager Nelson Rodriguez said two new international players will be heading to the team in May during
CHICAGO FIRE at NEW YORK CITY FC WHEN: 6 p.m. Sunday WHERE: Yankee Stadium, New York FIRE RECORD: 1-1-2 NYC RECORD: 1-1-2 LAST TIME: NYC opened the 2016 season with a 4-3 victory over the Fire on March 6 at Toyota Park. Both teams combined for 37 shots. Mix Diskerud scored what turned out to be the winning goal in the second half for NYC.
the team’s Saturday morning Chicago Fire Weekly radio show. He wouldn’t give out names but said one player is a midfielder. “We won’t make that announcement for another week-to-10 days and that’s at the request of the team from whom the player is coming, which is involved in some important matches. It’s a central midfielder who we believe will complement our existing group and give us a little bit more size in there,” Rodriguez said. The Fire Confidential website speculates the players will be Senegalese mid-
fielder Khaly Thian (who plays for MTK Budapest) and Dutch striker Michael De Leeuw (who is playing for FC Groningen).
Softball: The Trolls posted their first conference win with a 5-1 victory over Olivet Nazareneon March 29 in the first game of the doubleheader and that win ended a nine year, 30-game losing streak to the Tigers. The last time Trinity defeated Olivet Nazarene was in the 2007 season. In the second game the Trolls rallied after falling behind, but still fell short of the win with a 5-3 final. In the victory, Jenna Steinkamp pitched the victory and added two hits. Track: The Trolls opened their outdoor track and field season at the Washington University Invitational in St. Louis over the weekend and the only athlete scoring points for TCC was Ashley Jourdan, who finished second place in the 1500 meter event. Baseball: The Trolls gave up two runs in the first inning, but took over in the next two innings with an 11-2 lead en route to 15-6 victory over Calumet College St. Joseph to improve to 23-10 overall and 7-2 in the CCAC. Kyle VanKalker, Zach Jones and AJ Hyatt each had three hits and Hyatt drove in four runs.
ST. XAVIER UNIVERSITY Track: Turning in an “A” standard qualifying time of 17:33.98 in the 5000 meter run, sophomore Ellie Willging finished 15th overall out of the 104 collegiate runners at the Washington University Invite in St. Louis.
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Adrianna Puente and Trinity Christian College beat Olivet for the first time in 30 games.
Baseball: Scoring from third base on a wild pitch, junior catcher Ryan Pellack (Tinley Park/Lincoln-Way North) helped lift the Cougars to a thrilling 9-8 victory over Saint Ambrose University in the bottom of the 10th inning Sunday. Marist grad Bryan Polak had two RBI in the contest. Softball: With the team combining for 16 hits and 17 runs on the afternoon, No. 4 ranked Saint Xavier University added two more wins to its impressive record (213 overall/5-1 CCAC) with a doubleheader sweep of Roosevelt University March 29 with 10-0 and 7-5 victories. Senior pitcher Nicole Nonnemacher picked up both wins to improve to 12-1.
MORAINE VALLEY Baseball: The Cyclones dropped a 9-4 decision to Morton College and followed with a 3-1 win on March 29. Tommy Przekwas struck out seven to earn the victory in the nightcap. Softball: In their doubleheader with Morton College March 29 the Cyclones scored 33 runs— two-thirds of the runs they’ve scored the entire season as they pulled of 19-0 and 14-0 victories. Hannah Thielmann pitched both shutouts. Men’s tennis: Moraine Valley won 8-1 over Oakton in a match held indoors due to wet conditions. Singles winners were Miguel Segovia, Jesse Myles, Eddie Young, and Steven Leavy. Compiled by Jeff Vorva from submitted reports
Showing some style The Fire Soccer Club hosts the fourth annual Soccer & Style fashion show at ROOF on theWit (201 North State Street, 27th Floor,) from 6 to 8 p.m. May 5. Fire players will walk the runway in this season’s hottest looks provided by Banana Republic. Tickets start at $50 and includes entry into the event and two drink tickets. VIP tickets are $75 and include event entry, three drink tickets and a commemorative gift. All proceeds from the event benefit the Chicago Fire Foundation. In 2015, the fashion show raised over $11,000. The models scheduled to appear are Fire head coach Veljko Paunovic, goalkeeper Patrick McLain, defenders Jonathan Campbell, Eric Gehrig, Michael Harrington, Joao Meira and Brandon Vincent, and midfielders David Accam, Arturo Alvarez, Joey Calistri, Razvan Cocis, John Goossens, Matt Polster and Michael Stephens. For tickets, visit Eventbrite.com
Skating success Shepard senior Diana Garcia (pictured) took fi st place in an event at the South Side High School Figure Skating competition at the Homewood-Flossmoor Ice Arena on March 20. Chicago Christian’s Elisabeth Evenhouse also competed at the fifth annual event, hosted by the U.S. Figure Skating organization. Supplied photo
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Sean Barry, shown attacking the Trinity Christian College defense on March 29, and SXU will face TCC in Iowa on Friday.
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Wait ’til next year one more year, Cubs fans T
he pitching staff is great. The lineup is darn near perfect. The manager is one of the best in the business. So why won’t the Cubs win the World Series this year? I can’t give a good solid reason except my gut says this is not the year. And I have a big gut. Look, I think the Cubs are good enough to win 100 games this year, even in a division that has two strong teams in St. Louis and Pittsburgh.
I like the fact that so many young stars got a taste of the postseason last year and shouldn’t be awed by the experience this year. On paper, this team is dynamite. But on paper, the 2004 Cubs were built for the World Series, too, and that didn’t happen. On paper, the Washington Nationals were supposed to mash all of the other baseball teams into the ground. That didn’t happen. For some reason, I think the Cubs need one more year to win that ultimate prize. To steal a gimmick from the late Ernie Banks, the Cubs will be mean in 2017. I think they will win the division and get knocked out by, gasp, Dusty
AL Central champ: Kansas City AL East champ: Toronto AL West champ: Texas Wild card teams: Boston, Tampa AL champ: Toronto World Series champ: Toronto
JEFF VORVA Making the Extra Point
What about the Sox?
Baker and the aforementioned Nationals. Like him or hate him, Baker has been pretty good lately on his first year on the job. So, my predictions are: NL Central champ: Cubs NL East champ: Washington NL West champ: San Francisco Wild card teams: Pittsburgh and the New York Mets. NL champ: Washington
I like, but don’t love the Sox and I think they will be in the mix with Cleveland and Detroit for second place but probably won’t qualify as a wild card team. Chris Sale, Jose Quintana and Carlos Rodon combined for 38 wins last year and if all three bump those totals up to 15-plus each, the team should be OK. A lot of people love the sign-
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ing of Todd Frazier and I am somewhat excited about it but I am always a little skittish when a lifetime National Leaguer comes to the Sox. The Sox spent a lot of money during the offseason between 2014 and 2015 and the team finished with 76 wins. They tried to spend a little more wisely this past offseason and we will see where that will get them. I’m guessing 89 wins but no playoffs.
HIGH SCHOOL NOTEBOOK
Trio of teams worth roaring about Sandburg AD Sandburg, Brother Rice and Marist finish in top five in Tiger Classic Krusz-ing back to Plainfield By Anthony Nasella Correspondent
As far as early boys volleyball tournaments go, the Wheaton Warrenville South Tiger Classic always gives its participants high-caliber competition and a good barometer for the season. Based on the performances of Sandburg, Brother Rice and Marist at last weekend’s 24-team tournament, the forecast for all three teams’ futures is filled with promise. Sandburg finished second, Brother Rice third and Marist fifth. The Eagles (9-1) went to war both against both Marist (8-3) and Brother Rice (beating Marist 29-27, 25-19 in the quarterfinals and Brother Rice 25-23, 25-16 in the semis). Marist and Brother Rice didn’t get to face each other, but they could run into each other at the Brother Rice Smack Attack on April 22-23 and will meet on May 11 in a non-conference matchup at Brother Rice. Sandburg, which lost Saturday in the championship to Wheaton Warrenville South 20-25, 25-21, 25-22, had defeated the Tigers two weeks ago to win the Buffalo Grove Tournament. The Eagles’ Grant Burden and Jake Hanes made the all-tournament team along with Brother Rice’s Jim Baker and Marist’s Aaron Kummer. “Jake is one of our mainstays, and Grant has been playing like monster lately,” said retiring Sandburg coach Sean Airola. “Grant has gotten significantly better, smarter and more mature over the offseason and is the rock of our team. Scott (Tablerion) has also played outrageous for us.’’ Look for these three teams to gobble up the top three seeds in the St. Laurence Sectional toward the end of the season if they keep playing this way. “We know that Marist is going to be a dangerous team in the end as will Brother Rice,” said Airola, whose team finished fourth in the state last year. “All the kids on those teams play and know each other, so we need to continue to keep working hard, play the best of the best and see what we have when it matters.” Brother Rice has some strong senior leaders in Conor Sullivan, Steve Lona, Jack Burke, Garrett Dederichs and Zach Rothstein to go with talented underclassmen Baker, Jacob Schmitz, Brendan Ashley, Joe Kenzinger, Sean Badali, Cal Konecki, Patrick Hollander and Mike Mcintyre. Marist coach Jordan Vidovic was happy his team was able to mix it up in the Gold Division this year. “It was a great weekend for us,” he said. “This tournament is always the best of the best. We know that going in, and our goal always at this point of the season is to just
By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
Sandburg Athletic Director Mark Krusz is heading back to Plainfield Central. The third-year AD accepted the athletic director’s job at the school in which he was a coach and assistant athletic director before coming to Sandburg three seasons ago. He will finish out this school year in Orland Park. “This was a tough decision because I love it here at Sandburg,” Krusz said. “But Plainfield Central is about eight miles from my house so I will have more time to be with my family.’’ Krusz, who lives in Joliet and has four children ranging in ages from 1 to 21, also said his relationship with Dave Stephens played a large role in the decision as well. Stephens is Central’s current athletic director and has been promoted to principal starting in July. Krusz replaced Bruce Scheidegger, who was killed in a car accident in February, 2013. Sandburg officials said they are in the process of replacing Krusz and hope to have an announcement at the District 230 board meeting April 28.
Oak Lawn honors
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Brother Rice’s Jimmy Baker (right) attacks the ball against Sandburg’s Grant Burden in a match last season while Jake Hanes watches the action from the back row. All three were named to the all-tournament team at the Wheaton Warrenville South Classic over the weekend.
to learn from every match. We’re not super worried about the results, but we want to get
better in each match. This was a good confidence booster for us.”
Cougars will tough it out next two seasons Football team plays defending NAIA champs this year and Western Illinois in 2017 By Jeff Vorva
2016 SXU Football Schedule
Sports Editor
In recent years, the St. Xavier University football team could brag its schedule has been as tough as leather. And in 2017, the Cougars are playing the Leathernecks. The school released its 2016 schedule and also announced that in 2017, the Cougars will play FCS member Western Illinois University. Although that game is many months away, Cougars coach Mike Feminis is happy to see the two schools agree to a contract. “To have the opportunity to play a fully funded FCS program like Western Illinois will be a great experience for our players,” Feminis said. “It’s a game that our underclassmen and the 2017 recruiting class will certainly be able to look forward to. “I remember when we played at Illinois State in 2004 (a 44-14 loss in Normal) and the buzz that game created for our alumni and the SXU community. That was way before the world of social media exploded, so I can only imagine the excitement that this
Aug. 27 Sept. 3 Sept. 10 Sept. 17 Sept. 24 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 28 Nov. 5
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SXU quarterback John Rhode and his team will open this season against the defending NAIA champions and next year, Western Illinois University is on the schedule.
game will create for our parents, fans and alums on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.”
As for 2016, the Cougars will open the campaign up on the road against the defending
at Marian (Ind.), 5 p.m. St. Francis (Il.), 6 p.m. Ave Maria, noon at Weber Int., TBA at Siena Heights, 5 p.m. Davenport (Mich.), 1 p.m. Concordia (Mich), 1 p.m. at St. Ambrose, 1 p.m. at TrinityInternational,1 p.m. at Olivet Nazarene, 7 p.m. Robert Morris, 1 p.m.
NAIA champions, Marian (Ind.) on Aug. 27. “Opening up on the road against the defending national champs is about as challenging as it gets, but we wouldn’t want it any other way,” said Feminis. “They got us pretty good last year (a 45-13 setback in Chicago) and we will use that as a motivating factor this spring and summer. We’ve developed a great rivalry with Marian in a very short time.’’ The Cougars started spring practice last week and will host its spring scrimmage game at 11 a.m. April 23 at Deaton Field.
Oak Lawn softball pitcher Marisa Loya was named the March 14 Spartan Athlete of the Week. She went 1-1, allowing just two earned runs and striking out 12 in 14 innings. At the plate she had a .500 batting average (5-for-10) with two runs scored, two RBI and two stolen bases. “She is one of the definite leaders on the team and comes through in the clutch,” head coach Brian Frangella said. “Her loss was to fourth-ranked
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Continued from Page 1 “And it’s going well so far this season. We just finished indoor season, so we’re about half way through, and he’s been doing very well,’’ the coach said. “He ran phenomenal at the Indoor Catholic League Championship. The 3200 relay, which Michael competes in, finished third, and then he scored in the 800 as well.” Wazio said that in addition to his talent and desire, the Dayton University-bound Sundermeier’s personality and leader-
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Sandburg Athletic Director Mark Krusz, shown speaking Thursday at a tribute to Super Bowl champion and Sandburg alumnus Michael Schofield, is heading back to Plainfield Central High School after this school year.
Lincoln-Way North in the season opener, but she held them down and gave our team a chance to win.” Other nominees for the week were Madeline McGrath (Girls Track), Chad Cwik (Baseball), and Steven Raybould (Boys Track). The school also announced wrestler Miles O’Brien as the February Athlete of the Month. He was the team captain, posted a 29-7 record and was the only member of the Spartans to advance to the IHSA Sectional tournament after finishing as runner-up in the regional competition. “In addition to being the unquestioned team leader as captain, he has the greatest work ethic on the team,” said head coach Steve Long. “He leads the team in takedowns with the highest total in my six years as head coach. He also leads the team in total team points, major decisions, technical falls, and near fall points.”
ship sets him above his peers. “He’s been a great kid who is very coachable,” he said. “He surprised me when he was doing some pool work for an injury he was rehabbing, he told me he was already researching what sectional we’re going to be in to find out what kind of chance he has of getting down state. “Unless one is invested, that’s not typical for an athlete to take that kind of initiative. I typically have to let them know, which shows how much he cares about the sport and his teammates. He is a great senior leader and a great kid to have around.”
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Brother Rice senior Michael Sundermeier stretches during a recent practice. The middle distance runner hopes to make it to the IHSA state meet despite having surgery in September to slow a racing heart rate.
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From street clothes to starting in the Super Bowl By Jeff Vorva • Sports Editor In 2014, Michael Schofield did not play a down of football for the Denver Broncos. The third-round pick — an Orland Park native and graduate of Sandburg High School — never even suited up for the team, which was coached by current Bears coach John Fox. He watched all of Denver’s games in street clothes. Talk about a mile-high letdown. This year, Schofield worked his way into the starting lineup early in the season for new coach Gary Kubiak and months later won the Super Bowl.
Schofield was given the hero treatment at Sandburg last Thursday during two 30-minute assemblies, and while he still feels some of the pain of sitting out the entire 2014 season, he said that it helped him have a successful 2015 campaign. “I had high hopes and high expectations for myself,” Schofield said of his rookie season. “It was really tough not to play. But it motivated me and it helped get me to where I am now. “Everything happens for a reason.’’ In the coming months, he will receive a Super Bowl ring for his size 18 finger. “It doesn’t seem real,” he said. “But I can’t wait to receive it.
The Sandburg band played the Michigan Fight Song during Michael Schofield’s entrance. The Sandburg alum and Super Bowl champ was honored at the school on March 31.
It’s going to be really cool.’’ He is also scheduled to visit the White House and meet President Barack Obama in June. Schofield said he has many Super Bowl memories, but the best involve the closing minutes of the game when it was apparent the Broncos were going to beat Carolina. “The last three minutes, we were celebrating and that was awesome,’’ Schofield said. “I’ve been able to watch the last five minutes of the game, but I haven’t watched the whole game yet. I’ve been kind of busy. It’s a long game, you know? I didn’t even see any of the commercials. Were there any good ones this year?’’
One band member wearing a Viking helmet holds up a big-headed photo of hometown hero Michael Schofield. From left, Michael Schofield, new Sandburg football coach Scott Peters and Sandburg Principal Deb Baker pose after it was announced Schofield’s jersey would be retired and that he would be inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame.
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Michael Schofield and his former coach, Dave Wierzal, share a few memories as a video of Schofield’s career is shown in the Sandburg gym.
Evans
Continued from Page 1 as I was learning the ropes, but it got better. And now I love it. This will be my fourth year and will be a great summer job for me when I come back.” Foley said she also has gotten to know Tatro, who also caddies at Crystal Tree and will also attend the University of Illinois this fall. “Scott is an awesome guy,” Foley said. “We get to hang out a lot over the
summer when we caddy together.” Farrelly, who also will attend Illinois, became aware of the scholarship through a family relationship. “My mom’s friend received an Evans scholarship, so she knew about it,” Farrelly said. “Since I lost my dad (Tim passed when Farrell was in fifth grade), I thought that would be a good way to try to pay for college and takes stress off Mom.” Farrelly has caddied at the Beverly Country Club for the past three years and he admitted to the same learning
Michael Schofield is honored by his alma mater, Sandburg High School, on March 31. The former Eagle and University of Michigan standout was a starting offensive lineman for the Super Bowl champion Denver Broncos.
experience that Foley had. “It was different having to interact with adults — it forced you to be mature,” he said. “But the members treat me and everyone with respect. They want all the caddies to succeed. A great part is the hours are flexible; you can start at 6 a.m. and be the first out or start at noon and work later. “I’ll definitely continue to caddy during the summers I’m home from college and as long after as I am able to.” Established in 1930 by the Western Golf Association and famed amateur
golfer Charles “Chick” Evans Jr., the Evans Scholars Foundation provides full housing and tuition scholarships to deserving caddies across the country. The Evans Scholars Program is funded by contributions from more than 27,600 Evans Scholars Par Club members, as well as proceeds from the BMW Championship. Since the Program’s inception in 1930, more than 10,000 caddies nationwide have graduated as Evans Scholars. The full tuition and housing college scholarship is valued at an estimated
$80,000 over four years. Currently, 910 caddies are enrolled in 19 colleges across the nation as Evans Scholars. The Western Golf Association has supported the Scholarship Program through the Evans Scholars Foundation since 1930. “Based on their excellence in the classroom and their service to their schools and communities, there is little doubt that these young men and women have earned this life-changing opportunity,” said John Kaczkowski, WGA president and CEO. “We welcome them to the Evans Scholars family.”
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WATERFALL OLYMPIC MASTER FUND GRANTOR TRUST, SERIES II, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST BY ASSIGNMENT FROM BYLINE BANK, F/K/A NORTH COMMUNITY BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ARCHER BANK, Plaintiff, vs. EDWARD KOPINSKI A/K/A EDWARD J. KOPINSKI; BARBARA R. KOPINSKI, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, 13 CH 17609 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, May 3, 2016, 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 13000 South 94th Avenue, Palos Park, IL 60464. P.I.N. 23-34-100-032-0000. The mortgaged real estate is 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: 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. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Ms. Sheryl A. Fyock at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Latimer LeVay Fyock LLC, 55 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 422-8000. 72000-05 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I688962
BUYING OR SELLING?
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.SUSAN D ORZECH, DANIEL T ORZECH A/K/A DANIEL ORZECH A/K/A DAN ORZECH, DEBT BUYERS INC. D/B/A FREEDOM CAPITAL, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. S/I/I TO CAPITAL ONE BANK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, THOMAS LAMB, CITY OF PALOS HEIGHTS, JULIE FEIGL-LAMB Defendants 15 CH 7023 12412 SOUTH MELVINA AVENUE PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 18, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 19, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12412 SOUTH MELVINA AVENUE, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-29-314-013-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home; attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \�AS IS\� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1502685. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. PA1502685 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 15 CH 7023 TJSC#: 36-2207 I689034
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE OF THE MORGAN STANLEY MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2005-1 Plaintiff, -v.KENNETH KRUSE, GLORIA KRUSE, PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Defendants 09 CH 52089 9013 South 51st Avenue Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 4, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 5, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9013 South 51st Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-04-218-004-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $234,599.29. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number W09110046. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. W09110046 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 09 CH 52089 TJSC#: 36-1896 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.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR WAMU MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-PR4 TRUST Plaintiff, -v.LORETA V. JUREVICIENE AKA LORETA JUREVICIENE, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 44774 8532 W. Loveland Palos Hills, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 26, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 9, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8532 W. Loveland, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-110-044-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $358,289.74. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 12 CH 44774 TJSC#: 36-3186 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC; Plaintiff, vs. HUSSEIN MANSOOR; AFKAR MANSOOR; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF HUSSEIN MANSOOR, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF AFKAR MANSOOR, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 13812 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 23-11-110-036-0000. Commonly known as 8600 West 99th Street, 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 the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W15-1508. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I688529
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WEST COAST REALTY SERVICES, INC.; Plaintiff, vs. ALVIN GOLDBERG; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; TAJUANA GOLDBERG; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ALVIN GOLDBERG, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF TAJUANA GOLDBERG, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 13 CH 21792 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, April 22, 2016 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 23-35-416-018-0000. Commonly known as 13334 Misty Meadow Drive, Palos Heights, IL 60463. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The successful purchaser is entitled to possession of the property only. The purchaser may only obtain possession of units within the multi-unit property occupied by individuals named in the order of possession. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W13-1532. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I687968
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“10 in the Park� NEW as of 7/7/11 For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MTGLQ INVESTORS, LP Plaintiff, -v.DANIEL J. BRODERICK III AKA DANIEL J. BRODERICK AKA DANIEL BRODERICK, JENNIFER L. BRODERICK AKA JENNIFER L. HOSTY, CITIBANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION F/K/A CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA) N.A., LVNV FUNDING, LLC Defendants 14 CH 9567 10541 SOUTH KOLMAR AVENUE Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 15, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 4, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10541 SOUTH KOLMAR AVENUE, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-15-125-013-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $341,145.29. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14040175. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14040175 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 14 CH 9567 TJSC#: 36-4168 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION SUN WEST MORTGAGE COMPANY, INC. Plaintiff, -v.DESHAWN WASHINGTON, KATRINA N. MILNER Defendants 15 CH 009026 10625 CHAMONIEUX DRIVE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 8, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 10, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10625 CHAMONIEUX DRIVE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-110-021. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \�AS IS\� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-08450. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-08450 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 009026 TJSC#: 36-2033 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. I687904
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST; Plaintiff, vs. BRIAN P. GLOVACK; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR LASALLE BANK, N.A., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS; FOUNTAIN HILLS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; Defendants, 14 CH 18792 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, May 5, 2016 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 11110 Waters Edge Drive, Unit 11110-4C, Orland Park, IL 60467. P.I.N. 27-32-312-006-1047. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 15-013730 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I688995
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC.; Plaintiff, vs. SANDRA J. DERDA; DENNIS J. DERDA; FIFTH THIRD BANK (WESTERN MICHIGAN); Defendants, 15 CH 17780 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, May 2, 2016 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 13426 Medina Drive, Orland Park, IL 60462. P.I.N. 23-34-407-038-0000. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 15-034465 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I688952
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A Plaintiff, -v.MARIA LUISA SANDOVAL A/K/A MARIA SANDOVAL A/K/A MARIA L SANDOVAL, MABEL ROCIO SANDOVAL A/K/A ROCIO MABEL SANDOVAL, MARCO ANTONIO VELASCO A/K/A MARCO A VELASCO, WOODLAND ESTATES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. S/I/I TO WACHOVIA MORTGAGE, FSB F/K/A WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 12117 8654 SOUTH 85TH COURT HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 16, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 17, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8654 SOUTH 85TH COURT, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 18-35-307-053-1003. The real estate is improved with a tan, brick, townhouse; two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \�AS IS\� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1503850. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. PA1503850 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 15 CH 12117 TJSC#: 36-2130 I688784
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR DEUTSCHE ALT-A SECURITIES, INC. MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2007-1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES Plaintiff, -v.MANAL KANAAN, MALIK KANAAN, LORENZ APPLIANCE, INC., STATE OF ILLINOIS, PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., DISCOVER BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 002926 8841 W. 100TH PLACE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 17, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 19, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8841 W. 100TH PLACE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-10-401-079. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \�AS IS\� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-02450. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-02450 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 002926 TJSC#: 36-2550 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. I689419
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CROWN MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.LESTER TRILLA III, KATHLEEN T. TRILLA, BROOK HILLS HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION Defendants 13 CH 019984 11745 INNISHMOR 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 August 14, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 3, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11745 INNISHMOR COURT, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-31-104-008. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \�AS IS\� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-1319943. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-13-19943 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 019984 TJSC#: 36-4052 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. I689634
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VIDEOVIEW BY JAY BOBBIN STARTING THIS WEEK:
“STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS”: One of the most popular and successful of all movie franchises gets a highly entertaining addition with this J.J. Abramsdirected chapter, smartly going back to the series’ roots while simultaneously advancing the saga. New rebels, with the principal ones effectively played by Daisy Ridley and John Boyega, oppose the sinister First Order with valuable help from a certain someone by the name of Han Solo (Harrison Ford, in a most welcome return to the role). While other familiar faces also are back, the ultimate scene-stealer here arguably is the droid BB-8. Adam Driver (“Girls”) makes an impact as new villain Kylo Ren, with Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong’o and Andy Serkis among other newcomers to this particular galaxy. Abrams also was among the screenwriters here, along with series veteran Lawrence Kasdan. DVD extras: “making-of” documentaries; deleted scenes. **** (PG-13: V) (Also on Blu-ray) “TUMBLEDOWN”: Though this is a comedy, Jason Sudeikis moderates his often-manic former “Saturday Night Live” persona well for the gentler needs here, as he plays a pop-culture guru who meets a singer’s widow (Rebecca Hall). Despite their differences, they agree to work together on a biography of the late talent, and they eventually discover they may have more in common than not. Blythe Danner and Richard Masur play Hall’s parents, with Dianna Agron (“Glee”), Griffin Dunne and Joe Manganiello also in the cast. *** (Not rated: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray) “THE EXPANSE: SEASON ONE”: Earthlings and Martians try to coexist in this ambitious Syfy series, inspired by the literary franchise by James S.A. Corey (actually the pen name used by the team of Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck). Thomas Jane (“Texas Rising”) is among the stars as a sleuth who’s weary of his world 200 years from now, when the solar system has been colonized.
Steven Strait (“Magic City”) also is featured as a spaceship captain united with him in the search for a missing woman, which ultimately has implications for all of mankind. Shohreh Aghdashloo (“House of Sand and Fog”) appears as a political wheeler-dealer whose United Nations position helps her keep the interests of Earth in clear view. The show will get a Season 2, slated to debut early next year. *** (Not rated: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray) “BANSHEE: THE COMPLETE THIRD SEASON”: Now starting its final round of Cinemax, the action-drama series puts forth another home-video round marked by the show’s typical moodiness and violence ... exemplified by Odette Annable`s ultimate scene as Nola, not likely to be forgotten by anyone who sees it for quite some time. The title Pennsylvania town remains the site of much scheming and suspecting, especially since Sheriff Lucas Hood (Antony Starr) hasn’t completely given up his earlier criminal habits. The somewhat desperate Carrie Hopewell (Ivana Milicevic) aligns with him in carrying out heists, targeting a decommissioned Marine base for an especially daring heist. Additional stars include Frankie Faison and Ulrich Thomsen. DVD extras: “making-of” documentaries; audio commentaries by cast and crew members; deleted scenes; episodes recaps. *** (Not rated: AS, N, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray) “STEALING CARS”: Juvenile detention proves to be a trying experience, and also a growing one, for a youth (played by Emory Cohen) whose actions earn him a stay at a camp for troubled boys in this drama. He faces peril from peers as well as staff members, and by delving into himself, he finds the strength not only to survive but to triumph eventually. The cast also includes John Leguizamo, Mike Epps and spouses Felicity Huffman (“American Crime”) and William H. Macy (“Shameless”). Mark Wahlberg is among the executive producers. *** (R: AS, P, V)
PINTO’S POPCORN PICKS “NYPD BLUE: SEASON 9”: As this round of producer Steven Bochco’s classic ABC police drama opens, Rick Schroder’s character Danny is still a part of it ... but unseen, as his precinct colleagues investigate his sudden disappearance. Well-known for his rough edges, Sipowicz (Dennis Franz) is particularly testy under the circumstances. He gets another new partner in John Clark Jr. (MarkPaul Gosselaar), and the events of 9/11 also factor into the stories, since these episodes aired shortly after those occurred. Jacqueline Obradors also joined the series here, with continuing regulars also including Gordon Clapp, Henry Simmons, Charlotte Ross, Esai Morales and Bill Brochtrup. *** (Not rated: AS, P, V)
COMING SOON:
“THE FOREST” (April 12): A woman (Natalie Dormer, “Game of Thrones”) seeks her twin sister, a supposed suicide, in Japan; Taylor Kinney (“Chicago Fire”) also stars. (PG-13: AS, P, V) “GRACE AND FRANKIE: SEASON ONE” (April 12): Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin reunite in the Netflix series as women left by their husbands ... for each other. (Not rated: AS, N, P) “JACKIE ROBINSON” (April 12): The same week it debuts on PBS, Ken Burns’ profile of the baseball and civil-rights icon (voiced in some sequences by Jamie Foxx) comes to home video. (Not rated) “THE REVENANT” (April 19): The recent Oscar winner for best actor (Leonardo DiCaprio) and director (Alejandro Gonzalez Innaritu) is an early-19th-century frontier survival story. (R: AS, N. P, GV) “KRAMPUS” (April 26): A youngster (Emjay Anthony) disappointed at the holidays conjures up a Christmas demon; Toni Collette also stars. (PG-13: AS, P, V) FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nudity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, particularly graphic violence.
BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS THIS WEEK The Bridge Teen Center programs
• Spring Break Bash: West Coast Road Trip - 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. this Friday, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park. Students are invited to a Spring Break Bash with a West Coast Road Trip theme. Students will enjoy live music from rock bands Ilia and the Protest. Free food and drinks will be provided by Buona Beef (food truck), Bai, and Starbucks. • Soul Cafe: You & Your Siblings - 4 to 5 p.m. April 12, Hope Enrichment Center will help students develop better relationships with their siblings. • Breath of Color Painting - 5 to 6 p.m. April 12, Students will get the chance to be artistic with a straw, a canvas, and some paint. • Scrabble & Smoothies - 4 to 5 p.m. April 13, Students will learn how to make delicious smoothies, then sit down to enjoy them while playing scrabble with their friends. • Hershey’s Sweet Success 4:30 to 6 p.m. April 13, Executives from Hershey’s will be at The Bridge to teach students how to land a job. Students will learn how to interview, how to dress, and more. • Creative Sandwiches - 4 to 5:30 p.m. April 14, Whole foods will show students how to spice up their lunches with awesome new sandwich ideas. • Dealing with Anxiety & Nervousness - 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. April 14, Students will learn how to reduce anxiety and to keep emotions from affecting their everyday life. • Family Feud - 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. April 15, Students are invited to a “Family Feud” night at The Bridge that will be facilitated by Standard Bank. Free food will be provided by White Castle. These free events are for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information call (708) 532-0500.
Mindfulness group
A Mindfulness group meets every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park.
Volunteers Dan Morley, Kitty Riggenbach and Patty Parker lead these hour long meditations which focus on one aspect of mindfulness each week. The group offers encouragement and support as participants seek to be mindful of their thoughts, feelings, and surroundings in the present moment. No fee is charged and new participants are always welcome. Call 361-3650 or visit www. thecenterpalos.org for information about The Center.
Spiritual Companionship
Spiritual Companionship is available each Tuesday at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Spiritual Companion Kathy Fontaine guides a person in prayer, meditation, and dialogue. Fontaine has been trained at the Institute of Spiritual Companionship in Chicago and is known to the Palos community as a spiritual growth leader and former kindergarten teacher. According to Fontaine, spiritual companionship is “holy listening.” The cost of Fontaine’s one-on-one service is $20 per hour, which she donates to The Center’s camp scholarship fund. For further information about Spiritual Companionship appointments, interested persons should call The Center at 361-3650.
Log Cabin art classes
New six-week classes of Lapidary, knitting, collage, quilting, woodcarving, watercolor, and drawing begin April 11 through 15 at the Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Beginning Monday morning, April 11 at 9 a.m. and Wednesday evening, April 13 at 7 p.m., Larry Rothenberg teaches students to make polished rocks to set into sterling silver pendants in Lapidary class. On Monday evenings, beginning April 11, and Friday mornings beginning April 15 at 9:30 a.m., Georgann Ring offers Knitting and Crochet instruction. April Schabes offers Collage class at 9:30 a.m. and Denise Dulzo offers Quilting class at 1 p.m. on
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Elizabeth Olsen and Tom Hiddleston star in “I Saw the Light.”
Hank Williams’ biopic does not shed enough light TONY PINTO “I Saw the Light” is the tale of the legendary country singer Hank Williams. It shows the rise, the fall, and the inevitable death of this tragic celebrity. His untimely death, which we could all see coming, came after a short lifetime of boozing, womanizing, and drug addiction. It leads to a very rock and roll sounding story that should translate well to the big screen. His songs are country classics and rightfully so, but that doesn’t help translate his story to the big screen. The big draw for “I Saw the Light” is the music of Hank Williams. The story itself is interesting, just not so much in the way the director and writer Marc Abraham chooses to tell it. The life of this talented musician should be able to keep audience members interested, which this film too often doesn’t do. The biggest problem this film faces is that Abraham can’t make effective art out of the hectic nature of Williams’ life. The drama and tension that is shown here is flat and ineffective. The first major conflict is in his first marriage, to Audrey Mae (Elizabeth Olsen), who also wants to be a singer and songwriter. The film paints her as a villain to create tension that is nonexistent. With all his conflicts, of which there are many, the film tries to amplify tension to put the blame on everyone other than Williams. The singer’s alcohol problems get the right amount
Wednesdays beginning April 13. A woodcarving class taught by Don and Arlene Lesiak also begins on Wednesday April 13 at 6:30 p.m. Watercolor painting with Lenox Wallace starts the same night of April 13 from 6:30 p.m. Lois Hrejsa teaches both Drawing and Watercolor classes beginning April 14. Drawing starts at 9 a.m. and Watercolor Painting begins at 1 p.m.. Advance registration is required for all classes at the Log Cabin Center for the Arts. For more information, call The Center at 361-3650 or visit www.thecen- By Jeraldine Saunders terpalos.org. ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Look on the bright side. Finding Coloring Night humor in even the direst situations A free all ages coloring night can help improve your mood as will be held at The Log Cabin well as the moods of those around Center for the Arts on Monday, you. Try something new and exApril 11, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The citing this week with a special Log Cabin Center for the Arts someone to get a fresh perspective. is located at 12700 Southwest TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Highway, Palos Park. Go your own way. Make your own Art teacher Heather Young plans and set your own agendas invites you to come by yourself to accomplish what’s best for you or bring a friend or family mem- in the week ahead. You’ll find ber. Children must be accompa- that being among close friends nied by an adult. There will be or loved ones will give you the an assortment of coloring sheets most satisfaction. to choose from as well as crayGEMINI (May 21-June 20): ons, markers, and colored pencils. Don’t beat around the bush. ReColoring has become very popular member that the shortest distance with not only children but adults between two points is a straight as well and has been said to have line. Solve problems this week by a calming effect. Advance registra- meeting them head on. A social tion is required so we know how function could be enjoyable even many to expect. Call 361-3650. if you are hesitant to attend. CANCER (June 21-July 22): New Teen Lapidary Classes Enthusiasm can be contagious. Teens in grades 7 through Showing support for someone 12 are invited to register for a else’s project can help them get four week lapidary class begin- the ball rolling quickly. Taking a ning Wednesday, April 13, from more optimistic approach in the 5 to 6:30 p.m., at The Log Cabin week ahead can help you overCenter for the Arts, 12700 South- come life’s little obstacles. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): All west Highway, Palos Park. Instructor Larry Rothenberg work and no play can be monotoinvites teens to learn to use the nous. Take some time to enjoy the lapidary wheels to make smooth spoils of your labors in the week polished stones from rough slabs ahead. Treat yourself to a pretty of rock. The class fee is $50 plus a bauble or treat someone else to a $10 materials fee for introductory pleasant excursion. Put important projects. Students purchase rocks decisions in perspective. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): for advanced projects. Advance Don’t press the issue. If someone registration is required. For more information, call The chooses to withhold information, Center at 361-3650 or visit www. it’s probable that they have a good thecenterpalos.org. reason. Concentrate on finding
of attention, but his health issues, his troubled mindset, and his artistic progression, all feel like afterthoughts. All the main parts of his life seem to happen slightly off screen. The real star is of the film is British actor Tom Hiddleston as Hank Williams. He is the reason this film becomes watchable. He’s a great physical match for the man himself, and has the perpetual lean-andhungry look that Williams had. He even does the singing as well. He mimics Williams’ yodel-inflected singing style with ease. This is Hiddleston’s standout performance. From a man whose played superhero villains to Hank Williams, this is the performance of his life and it’s a shame this telling of the Williams story doesn’t do his performance justice. It’s not just Hiddleston who does a great job here. The rest of the cast, including Olsen, Cherry Jones, Bradley Whitford and David Krumholtz, are also formidable in roles of spouse, mother, and business associates. There is a scene where Williams meets with a Hollywood movie mogul and arrogantly refuses to take off his hat for the executive. The implication is that Hollywood is too fake for Williams. Minutes later, Hank is doing some very corny comedy act with an overweight comic emcee on the Grand Ole and Opry radio show. It’s a stark contrast of Williams that the film doesn’t explore but easily should. It’s this style of awkward scene placement that helps makes this a scattered mess. With all the great performances and wasted potential in “I Saw the Light,” it makes for a fitting film about a man who died before his 30th birthday leaving so much promise behind. Tony Pintos grade: C
OMARR’S WEEKLY ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST enjoyable ways to pass the time when you aren’t indulging in heavy thinking in the week ahead. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Catch spring fever. Make the most of each day this week by getting out in the sun. Tackle some gardening, go to a ball game, or just take a stroll in the park. Any activity that allows you to get some fresh air and stretch your legs will do the trick. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Be hospitable. Put out a big spread for friends and visitors to show that you truly are the host with the most. Being generous and sympathetic to the problems of others is likely to win you respect and admiration in the week ahead. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Great minds think alike. Sharing your ideas with close friends and confidants can yield perspectives and insights as the week unfolds. Be decisive when faced
with tough choices and avoid over thinking issues. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t worry, be happy. Avoid fretting over events that are beyond your control as the week goes by. You are powerless to influence the outcome. Maintain a positive attitude that everything will turn out for the best. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Change can be for the better. A new diet can improve your health, a new perspective can improve your psyche, or a new routine can improve your productivity. Listen to the advice of knowledgeable peers this week. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Dare to be different. Don’t be shy when it comes to meeting new people or experiencing new things this week. You’ll be far more satisfied by straying off the beaten path and searching for unique adventures.
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WOLFGANG PUCK’S KITCHEN
All dressed up: Freshen up salad with homemade classic dressings By Wolfgang Puck
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Farmer Chris Posta and Farm Director Amy DiDominicis pose by the new greenhouse built last week for growing vegetables for the farm garden and tomatoes and basil for sale this spring.
Children’s Farm taking orders for basil, tomato potted plants The Children’s Farm at The Center is taking orders for tomato and basil garden plants. The Center is located at 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. The plant sale is sponsored by the Sustainable Agriculture and Green Education (S.A.G.E.) program at the farm. Both Roma plum and Beefsteak slicing tomatoes as well as sweet basil plants are available for $4 per pot.
All are grown from organic, non-GMP, untreated seeds and are being grown in the farm’s new minigreenhouse, built by farm director Amy DiDominicis and her dad, Dan DiDominicis from Elwood. The plants need to be pre-ordered by May 1, by calling The Center at 361-3650 or by mailing a form from the website (www.thecenterpalos.org). The plants will be available for pickup at the farm on May 13 and 14 from 10 am to 4 pm.
Orland library hosts Binding Wounds living historians exhibit of Civil War The Orland Park Public Library is hosting historical presenters on African American women in Civil War Medicine and Civil War Healthcare for African American soldiers. The series is part of an exhibition developed and produced by the National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health with research assistance from the Historical Society of Washington, D.C. Storyteller and “living historian” Marlene Rivero will portray Ann Stokes, who is believed to have been the first African American woman to serve on board a U.S. military vessel, on Tuesday, April 12 at 7 p.m. in meeting room 104. “We are honored to be able to bring this Civil War exhibit to the library during National Library Week,” said Head of Outreach Services Kelly Cuci. “Marlene
Rivero has become well known for her educational, historical reenactments over the past 15 years.” Born a slave in Tennessee in 1830, Stokes was taken aboard a Union ship as “contraband” in January 1863, just after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. She volunteered to serve as a nurse on the first Union hospital ship, the U.S.S. Red Rover, a steamboat that had been captured from the Confederacy. The ship traveled the Mississippi and other interior rivers, venturing deep into Confederate territory to treat sick and injured Union military personnel. Under the direction of the Sisters of the Order of the Holy Cross, Stokes and her fellow nurses treated almost 3,000 patients on board. On Wednesday, Steven A. Cole will give a presentation about the 180,000 African American
With spring upon us now, you could say we’re entering the salad days of cooking. Shakespeare coined the term “salad days” to refer to someone’s green and inexperienced youth, but the words are equally appropriate to describe the time of year when fine, fresh, tender, often green, young produce is beginning to fill farmers’ market stalls. Meanwhile, the warm weather is inspiring cooks everywhere to spend less time subjecting themselves to the heat of the kitchen and more time preparing refreshing salads. That’s why I’d like to share not one but two recipes (plus a third supporting recipe) for making my own personal versions of two popular, versatile salad dressings: Green Goddess and Buttermilk Ranch. Most people think that Green Goddess is something that comes out of a bottle or is made with a packaged mix, but you can prepare the freshest version imaginable of this dressing at home so quickly. According to food lore, the recipe was originally developed in 1923 by the chef at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco for an event honoring actor George Arliss, who was starring in the hit play, “The Green Goddess.” Today, you’ll find many versions of the original, most of them distinguished by their creamy green herb-flecked color. Mine features a profusion of fresh herbs and green onions. (If you make the dressing in advance, pulse in the green onions only just before use, so their flavor won’t be too strong.) An avocado adds stills more color and richness, along with an egg yolk. I use one from a pasteurized egg, now widely available in supermarkets, to avoid any concerns over possible bacteria from raw eggs. Another widespread favorite, ranch dressing is a cool, creamy blend of buttermilk, mayonnaise, parsley, celery and dill. It’s so easy to make that you don’t even need a blender; just a mixing bowl and a whisk. In my version, I like to add another dimension of flavor from roasted garlic cloves (another recipe I’ll share with you). Whichever one of my dressing recipes you make, I’m sure you’ll find that they taste so much better than anything that comes out of a bottle. And they’re versatile. Of course, they’re excellent on any kind of salad leaves you like, especially crisp lettuces like romaine. Thick and creamy, they can also be used as dips for anything from vegetable crudites to onion rings. And they make excellent condiments for hamburgers or other sandwiches.
soldiers that enlisted starting in 1862 and the degrading inequalities they faced in pay, opportunity, and medical care when wounded fighting for the Union. “Cole became interested in black history when he found that anti-slavery speaker, Frederick Douglas, had spent time in Freeport, IL, his home town,” Cuci said. “Cole has been giving educational presentations like this one for over 20 years now.” Patrons can see Wednesday’s presentation at 7 p.m. in meeting GREEN GODDESS room 104. DRESSING This program is provided in part Makes about 2 cups (500 mL) by a grant from Illinois Humanities and in celebration of the Na- • 1 pasteurized cage-free tional Library of Medicine Bindegg yolk ing Wounds, Pushing Boundaries: • 1/2 ripe Hass-style African-Americans in Civil War avocado, pitted, flesh Medicine traveling exhibition. scooped from peel The library is at 14921 S. Ra- • 2 tablespoons drained vinia Ave. capers — Orland Park Public Library • 6 sprigs fresh dill,
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Ranch dressing is so easy to make that you don’t even need a blender; just a mixing bowl and a whisk.
stemmed • 3 sprigs fresh tarragon, leaves only • 1 bunch fresh chives, cut into 2- to 3-inch (5to 7.5-cm) pieces • 1/2 bunch fresh organic Italian parsley, stemmed • 1 bunch organic green onions, trimmed, cut in half • 3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard • 1 cup (250 mL) extravirgin olive oil • Kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper Put the egg yolk, avocado, capers, fresh herbs, green onions, vinegar, mustard and olive oil in a blender. Add a little salt and pepper to taste. Blend the dressing until smooth and creamy. If it seems too thick, pulse in cold water tablespoon by tablespoon until the desired consistency is reached. Taste and adjust the seasonings with more salt and pepper, if necessary. Transfer the dressing to a nonreactive container, cover and refrigerate. Use within three days. BUTTERMILK RANCH DRESSING WITH ROASTED GARLIC Makes about 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) • 1/2 to 3/4 cup (125 to 185 mL) mayonnaise • 1/2 cup (125 mL) buttermilk • 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced • Kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian
parsley • 2 tablespoons finely chopped organic celery leaves • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill • 1 head Roasted Garlic (recipe follows) In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the mayonnaise and all the buttermilk. Add the lemon zest and juice. Whisk thoroughly. If the dressing seems too thick, whisk in up to 1/4 cup (60 mL) more mayonnaise. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the parsley, celery leaves and dill. Squeeze in the cloves from the roasted garlic. Whisk thoroughly. Taste and adjust the seasonings, if necessary, with more salt and pepper. Serve immediately; or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors develop. Use within three days. ROASTED GARLIC Serves 4 to 12 • 2 garlic head • Kosher salt • Extra-virgin olive oil Preheat the oven to 350 F (175 C). With a sharp knife, cut off enough of the top of each garlic head to expose the cloves. Place in the center of a sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Season with salt. Drizzle well with oil and turn the garlic heads to coat them. Securely close up the foil. Roast the garlic until very tender, 50 to 60 minutes. Remove from the oven. Set aside until just cool enough to handle but still warm; or, if not using immediately, set aside to cool completely. Squeeze out the roasted garlic pulp by hand. Or use a small spoon or table knife to scoop it out. Use immediately, or transfer to a container, cover and refrigerate until needed.