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Area jobless rate still up from ’12 County unemployment at 8.9 percent in March; labor force dropped over previous year

By DAVID THOMAS dthomas@shawmedia.com DeKALB – Employment experts were stumped by why DeKalb County’s unemployment rate has registered higher than a year ago for the third consecutive month.

The unemployment rate for DeKalb County was 8.9 percent in March, compared with 8.5 percent in

March 2012, according to seasonally unadjusted data released Thursday by the Illinois Department of Employment Security. It was a full percentage point lower than February, though, when the rate was 9.9 percent.

“The unemployment rate was very, very high,” IDES analyst Norman Kelewitz said. “It’s taken a long time to get it down. It hasn’t been a consistent recovery where things

are so much better.”

The county’s labor force dropped by 103 workers over the previous year to 59,033 in March 2013. The number of employed workers living in the county also dropped by 336, the data shows.

Labor force statistics count people who are working and who are unemployed and looking for work.

People who have given up looking

for a job are not counted.

Norm Walzer, a research fellow with Northern Illinois University’s Center for Governmental Studies, noted 734 people left the labor force between February and March. He said the drop in the labor force matches what he’s been reading in national news reports.

“Nationally, there seems to be a feeling that people are getting

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discouraged and pulling out of the labor market,” Walzer said. “That seems to be what we’re seeing here.”

Nationwide, employers added only 88,000 jobs in March, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics released earlier this month. In the past four months, employers added an average of 173,500 jobs a month.

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Police: Dispute may have been shooting motive

By REGINA GARCIA CANO The Associated Press MANCHESTER – The man suspected of storming a south central Illinois home and killing five members of the same family with a shotgun had been in some kind of dispute with at least one of the victims, but authorities said Thursday they were still trying to determine if it had something to do with the custody of a child.

Illinois State Police spokeswoman Monique Bond said investigators were running down media reports about a possible custody battle involving Rick O. Smith, and were going to places he frequented.

“Investigators are going to locaRick O. Smith tions where some of his last known addresses, locations he frequented, talking to family and friends, just kind of backtracking to see what can be pieced together,” she said.

But whatever was going on between Smith and a person in the home had attracted the attention of the neighborhood in the tiny community of Manchester.

Drew Summers said a white car – which authorities say Smith was driving after the slayings – drove back and forth in front of the slain family’s home late at night. It happened so often, Summers’ live-in girlfriend finally called the police.

“He seemed like a stalker so we’ve called the cops on him,” he said. “It seemed he had something against them.”

The motive is just one of the questions about the slaying that authorities were trying to answer a day after Smith allegedly shot and killed a 1-year-old boy, his 5-year-old brother, their pregnant mother, their father and their great-grandmother. The boys’ 6-year-old sister was also shot, but survived. Smith, the nephew of the town’s mayor, was killed after being shot while exchanging gunfire with police.

What remains baffling is why the 43-year-old Smith scooped up the 6-year-old girl, Kassidy Ralston, carried her outside and handed the bloodied child to a neighbor before driving off.

In fact, Bond said, the preliminary investigation suggests that Smith may not have meant to shoot the little girl, though like many parts of the story, detectives don’t know why he apparently decided to spare her.

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Cook Meg Sisk (front) prepares an herb roasted vegetable soup as Gail Roloff, owner of Rural Girl Soups, prepares a zucchini pepper jack soup Tuesday at a kitchen in Geneva. Orders for the soup are taken online, then prepared on Tuesday and delivered to customers in DeKalb County every Wednesday.

Local businesses use Web in different ways

By STEPHANIE HICKMAN shickman@shawmedia.com Gail Roloff knows her way around the rural routes of DeKalb County.

As owner and operator of Rural Girl Soups, an online specialty food delivery service, Roloff has found herself dropping off soup to places so rural, they don’t even have road signs. But that doesn’t stop Roloff.

“I can always try to figure it out,” she said.

Based in DeKalb, Rural Girl Soups is somewhat unusual in that all of its transactions are processed online. Her website, www. ruralgirlsoups.com, is a virtual storefront, but businesses across DeKalb County are relying more heavily on their websites.

Some, including Pita Pete’s in DeKalb and Sweet Earth Jewelry in Sycamore, use their websites to supplement their brick-and-mortar stores.

Rural Girl Soups’ customers place items in a virtual shopping cart on the

Voice your opinion How often do you purchase something online? Let us know at daily-chronicle.com. website and purchase them through PayPal, an online wallet linked to their bank account.

Roloff receives her online orders, which must be placed by noon on Sundays to be delivered that week, prepares the soups on Tuesdays and delivers them on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Customers leave a cooler with ice packs outside their door, and come home to find the soup waiting for them.

But Rural Girl Soups is more than what the name suggests; she’s added desserts, baked goods and hummus.

“I just started in 2012 [and] I only sold soup,” Roloff said. “Four months after that, people were asking for more.”

The World Wide Web provides only a portion of

Gail Roloff, owner of Rural Girl Soups, cuts up a zucchini while preparing a soup.

See SHOOTING, page A6 the overall sales for Pita Pete’s at 901 Lucinda Ave. in DeKalb. Similar to the online ordering process Roloff uses, Pita Pete’s customers can place orders for carryout or delivery with a click of the mouse.

The restaurant, owned

by Leslie Metz and Peter Lutz, generates about 10 percent of its sales through online orders, Metz said.

Online ordering services offered through CampusSpecial.com and Foodler.com have made the entire ordering experience much easier for customers and staff for the past seven years, she said.

“I think it’s very convenient,” she said. “Especially if [customers are] at work

and don’t have the time to call. And it’s nice when it’s just on one sheet of paper for us.”

When a customer submits an order online at www.pitapetes.com, Pita Pete’s gets a fax with the details and an automated phone call notifying them of the order. They then make the food and send it out as soon as possible, Metz said.

But online ventures aren’t just taking place in the food industry.

Transforming their website into a more e-commerce type of business is something Sweet Earth Jewelry owners Rich and Roseann Para hope to do in the future.

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Police officials investigate the scene at a house in Manchester, where five people were found slain early Wednesday in the tiny southwestern Illinois town. Illinois State Police said the suspect died after a car chase and an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement.

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8 DAILY PLANNER Today Sexaholics Anonymous-DeKalb: 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Fridays at Christ Community Church, 1600 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb. This 12-step recovery program is for Internet addiction. Contact: 815-508-0280.

SA.org.

Weight Watchers: 8:30 a.m. weigh-in, 9 a.m. meeting Weight Watchers Store, 2583 Sycamore Road (near Aldi), DeKalb.

Pass It On AA(C): 9:30 a.m. at DeKalb Area Alano Club, 312 E. Taylor St., DeKalb, 800-452-7990; www.dekalbalanoclub.com.

Story time: 10 a.m. at Barnes & Noble, 2439 Sycamore Road in DeKalb. Free readings are open to the public.

Narcotics Anonymous: Noon at 512 Normal Road in DeKalb; www. rragsna.org; 815-964-5959.

There is a Solution Too AA: 12:05 p.m. at DeKalb Area Alano Club, 312 E. Taylor St., DeKalb, 800452-7990; www.dekalbalanoclub. com.

ACBL Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m. at Wildwood North Recreation Center, 1 Birch St. in Sandwich. 815498-4405.

Elburn Lions Club Bingo: Doors open at 5 p.m. at 500 Filmore St. Early bird bingo starts at 6:30 p.m., followed by the first of four progressive raffles. Regular bingo games start at 7 p.m. and include two split the pot games. Food and drink are available for purchase. 630-3656315. Bingo license B-04001.

Peace vigil: 5 to 6 p.m. at Memorial Park at First Street and Lincoln Highway, DeKalb. DeKalb Interfaith Network for Peace and Justice Peace Circle follows at 6 p.m. 815758-0796.

Troop support rally: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at First Street and Lincoln Highway in DeKalb, across the street from Memorial Park.

B.Y.O.B. Big Book – 12 & 12 Discussion AA(C): 6 p.m. at DeKalb Area Alano Club, 312 E. Taylor St., DeKalb, 800-452-7990; www. dekalbalanoclub.com.

Big Book Discussion AA(C): 7 p.m. at Newman Catholic Student Center, 512 Normal Road, DeKalb, 800-452-7990; www.dekalbalanoclub.com.

Friday night activities and gallery hours: 7 to 9 p.m. at DeKalb Area Women’s Center, 1021 State St. All are welcome; programs vary each week. 815-758-1351.

Fox Valley AA(C): 7:30 p.m. at Salem Lutheran Church, 1022 N. Main St., Sandwich, 800-452-7990; www.dekalbalanoclub.com.

County Line Group Big Book AA(C): 8 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 121 N. Sycamore St., Maple Park, 800-452-7990; www.dekalbalanoclub.com.

One Day At A Time AA(C): 8 p.m. at DeKalb Area Alano Club, 312 E. Taylor St., DeKalb, 800-452-7990; www.dekalbalanoclub.com.

There is a Solution AA(C): 8 p.m. at Kingston Friendship Center, 120 Main St. 800-452-7990; www. dekalbalanoclub.com.

Day PAA(C): 9 p.m. at DeKalb Area Alano Club, 312 E. Taylor St., DeKalb, 800-452-7990; www. dekalbalanoclub.com.

Saturday Weight Watchers: 7:15 a.m. weigh-in, 7:45 a.m. and 9 a.m. meetings Weight Watchers Store, 2583 Sycamore Road (near Aldi), DeKalb.

Overeaters Anonymous Walkand-Talk meeting: 8 to 9 a.m. at the Northern Illinois University Lagoon, meeting at the NIU Lincoln Highway parking lot. www.oa.org; Contact: Marilyn at 815-751-4822.

NICE Food and Clothing Center: 8:30 to 11 a.m. Saturdays, by appointment other days, at 346 S. County Line Road in Lee. This nondenominational food pantry serves the southwest part of DeKalb County and the southeast area of Lee County. 815-824-2228.

It Is What It Is AA(C): 9 a.m. at St. Catherine’s Church, 340 S. Stott St., Genoa, 800-452-7990; www. dekalbalanoclub.com.

North Central Illinois Wild Rose Chapter of Women on Wheels: 9 a.m. at Elburn Town and Country Library, with breakfast at Papa G’s restaurant in Elburn. All women motorcycle riders are welcome. www.nciwildroses.com; Gigi Beaird at gbeaird@niu.edu or 815766-1206.

As Bill Sees It AA(C): 9:30 a.m. at DeKalb Area Alano Club, 312 E. Taylor St., DeKalb, 800-452-7990; www.dekalbalanoclub.com.

Learning to Live Al-Anon group: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Newman Catholic Center annex, Normal Road in DeKalb; llc904@ hotmail.com.

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Redeveloping spaces in the community Last Saturday, my wife and I were at an outdoor wedding at Hopkins Park.

Hopkins is familiar territory. Our son has played there since toddlerhood.

We know every inch of the playground equipment. We’ve chased squirrels, “performed” at the band shell and swum in the pool.

We’re fortunate to have a nice facility like Hopkins Park, and I’m glad to live somewhere that seems to value its important spaces and the need to develop our community sensibly.

Community and economic development have been the focus of meetings, discussions and City Hall action in the past couple of weeks. No plan is uniformly popular or cheap, which sparks controversy, but that’s OK. Controversy and debate show we care.

For example, despite negativity from some, the DeKalb City Council on Monday gave unanimous initial approval to nearly $1 million in tax increment financing proposals for redeveloping the former DeKalb Clinic in downtown DeKalb and the former Small’s Furniture City on Sycamore Road.

Bill and Joy McMahon, who own the Lincoln Inn Restaurant downtown, requested a TIF loan of $330,000, and $25,000 in an architectural improvement loan. They want to build a banquet hall where the DeKalb Clinic used to be.

John Pappas of Pappas Development asked for $628,000 (also a TIF loan) to redevelop the Small’s Furniture

THE FINE LINE Jason Akst property at 2211 Sycamore Road into either a restaurant or a retail center.

That’s where Olive Garden’s parent company got everybody excited about salad and breadsticks, had a weak fiscal quarter, and then gave us the heave-ho (not that I’m cynical).

Both propositions are risky. All development carries risk, and restaurants are seen as very risky.

But with restaurants, some of the publicized risk is hype.

In 2003, celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito said (in a commercial for American Express) that 90 percent of restaurants fail in the first few years. Whoa.

But H.G. Parsa, then an associate professor at Ohio State University’s Hospitality Management program, doubted this number. The researcher with 13 years of restaurant experience asked American Express where the 90 percent statistic came from.

Eventually, AMEX told him it didn’t know.

Parsa’s research (and other studies) found that about one in four restaurants close or change ownership within the first year. Over three years, that number rises to three in five, or about 60 percent.

That’s still high, but on the other hand, the National Restaurant Associ-

ation projects U.S. restaurant sales of $660.5 billion in 2013, up about 9 percent in two years. “On a typical day, restaurant industry sales are $1.8 billion across the 980,000 restaurant locations nationwide,” its website says. “Today, restaurant industry sales are 4% of the U.S. GDP.” Whether either a banquet hall (not a restaurant, but similar) or a restaurant will make it is uncertain.

I’m not sure what else could be done with the former DeKalb Clinic. It’s not a unique structure or attractive location. Based on what I’ve seen in some communities around here, it seems like a banquet hall might work.

Demolishing the structure and creating a beautiful community garden or some other unique greenspace might also work. Community is not solely about commerce.

Regarding the former Small’s site, let’s eliminate what we don’t need.

We don’t need more banks, jewelry, cellphone or mattress stores. We don’t need more burgers. We don’t need more office space.

I hope we create a multipurpose, indoor, exciting, educational, fun complex for kids. Epic Air in South Elgin, Funway in Batavia or the DuPage Children’s Museum in Naperville are all places to emulate.

• Jason Akst teaches journalism and public relations at Northern Illinois University. You can reach him at jasondakst@gmail.com.

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Politics on hold at the dedication of Bush library

By JAMIE STENGLE and JOSH LEDERMAN The Associated Press DALLAS – George W. Bush shed a sentimental tear. Barack Obama mused about the burdens of the office. Bill Clinton dished out wisecracks. Jimmy Carter and George H.W. Bush chimed in, too, on a rare day of harmony at the dedication of the younger Bush’s presidential library that glossed over the hard edges and partisan divides of five presidencies spanning more than three tumultuous decades.

“To know the man is to like the man,” Obama declared of his Republican predecessor, speaking Thursday before a crowd of 10,000 at an event that had the feel of a class reunion for the partisans who had powered the Bush administration from 2001 to 2009. Dick Cheney was there in a white cowboy hat. Condoleezza Rice gave shout-outs to visiting dignitaries. Colin Powell and Karl Rove were prominent faces in the crowd.

On this day, there was no mention of Iraq or Afghanistan, the wars that dominated Bush’s presidency and so divided the nation. There were only gentle references to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. And praise aplenty for the resolve that Bush showed in responding to the 9/11 terror attacks.

Clinton joked that the dedication of the George W. Bush Presidential Center was “the latest, grandest example of

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From left, first lady Michelle Obama, President Barack Obama, former first lady Barbara Bush, former Presidents George H.W. Bush, George W. Bush, and former first lady Laura Bush take part in the dedication of the George W. Bush presidential library Thursday on the campus of Southern Methodist University in Dallas. the eternal struggle of former presidents to rewrite history.” But he also praised Bush for including interactive exhibits at the center that invite visitors to make their own choices on major decisions that he faced.

Bush, 66, made indirect reference to the polarizing decision points of his presidency, drawing a knowing laugh as he told the crowd: “One of the benefits of freedom is that people can disagree. It’s fair to say I created plenty of opportunities to exercise that right.”

He said he was guided throughout his presidency by a determination “to expand the reach of freedom.”

“It wasn’t always easy, and it certainly wasn’t always popular.”

It was a day for family and sentimentality, Bush choking up with emotion at the conclusion of his remarks.

The 43rd president singled out his 88-year-old father, another ex-president, to tell him: “41, it is awesome that you are here today.”

The elder Bush, wearing jaunty pink socks, spoke for less than a minute from his wheelchair, then turned to his son and quipped, “Too long?” He has a form of Parkinson’s disease and has been hospitalized recently for bronchitis.

Just as the public tends to view presidents more kindly once they’ve left office, ex-presidents, too, tend to soften their judgments – or at least their public comments – with time.

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Is it ever OK to compliment someone’s appearance on the job?

By LEANNE ITALIE The Associated Press NEW YORK – When Lisa Parker was new to corporate coaching, a senior-level colleague she respected brought her in as his No. 2 for a series of training seminars. Time and time again, he introduced her as smart, capable and beautiful.

“I was so uncomfortable,” she said.

“The first time it happened I remember standing there waiting to take the front of the room and thinking, ‘Oh my gosh, I can’t believe he just said that.’ ” Parker asked him to stop. Embarrassed, he responded: “But you ARE beautiful.” That was a decade ago and he never did it again. The two have happily worked together many times since.

Sound familiar? Fast forward to April 4, when President Barack Obama introduced California’s Kamala Harris at a Democratic fundraiser

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California Attorney General Kamala Harris speaks before delegates to the 2013 Democratic Party state convention April 13 in Sacramento, Calif. as brilliant, dedicated, tough and “by far, the best looking attorney general in the country.”

The remark – the two are friends – raised a few eyebrows over whether it amounted to sexism. The president, who has similarly complimented men before, called Harris and apologized. A

Harris spokesman assured the world she remains an Obama supporter.

But the question lingers. Male-to-female, female-to-male, peer-to-peer, superior-to-subordinate: Are workplace compliments focused on looks or other personal details like dress ever OK? Is the alternative a more sterile professional life? When do such remarks rise to actionable harassment, or become worthy of a friendly rebuff or a trip to HR? “If we all end up trending toward the center we become pure vanilla. It’s boring and it’s a huge loss,” said Parker, the New York author of the March book “Managing the Moment.”

Parker, compliance experts and human resource managers agree that tone, context and a pattern of behavior are everything when it comes to unwanted remarks.

“Personally I’m not offended by a compliment, but I do take the issue very seriously,” said labor lawyer In-

grid Fredeen, once in-house counsel for General Mills and now a vice president for ethics and training at Navex Global, a supplier of computer-based training tools.

“Whenever you’re in some kind of a male-dominated world, there are always many sides to a compliment.

Some of them are just pure. They don’t mean anything other than, ‘You have a nice jacket on.’ End of story,” she said.

Others are dripping with innuendo.

“They’re about power, and so using a compliment is a way to change the power dynamic between two individuals, and there’s some tension there.

That happens very frequently.”

According to the nonprofit group Catalyst, which works to expand opportunities for women in business, sex discrimination charges amount to about 15 percent of allegations handled by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in 2011.

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Demmer: No results yet on big issues in Springfield

By DAVID GIULIANI dgiuliani@shawmedia.com The Illinois House has met more days than usual this year, but it has no accomplishments yet on the big issues – pensions, the budget and concealed carry of guns.

That’s the verdict of Rep. Tom Demmer, a Dixon Republican who was elected to his first term in November. At 26, he’s the General Assembly’s second-youngest member and represents the 90th district, which includes the southern part of DeKalb and much of south and western DeKalb County.

He’s not impressed with his and his fellow legislators’ progress on major issues, but he has tackled an issue brought to the fore in his district. In response to former longtime Dixon Comptroller Rita Crundwell’s conviction for stealing $53.7 million from the city over several years, he sponsored an anti-corruption package that passed the House. It awaits

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State Rep. Tom Demmer, R-Dixon, speaks with the editorial board of Sauk Valley News, owned by the parent company of the Daily Chronicle. Demmer, who represents parts of DeKalb County, said he disagrees with proposals to require school districts to pay for the employer’s share of teachers’ and administrators’ pensions. action in the Senate.

His legislation would require municipal and county officials to check state payments made to municipalities and counties on a semiannual ba-

sis, strengthen penalties for forging state documents, and provide stiffer penalties for official misconduct that illegally obtains property or monetary gains for personal advantage.

In an interview with Sauk Valley News, a sister publication of the Daily Chronicle, Demmer said he disagreed with proposals to require school districts, rather than the state, to pay for the employer part of teachers’ and administrators’ pensions.

“I don’t think it’s appropriate to transfer unfunded liabilities to the districts for payments the state has skipped in the past,” he said.

At the same time, Demmer said he was open to proposals to curtail the custom of giving big end-of-career pay raises to teachers and administrators, which inflate pensions. These days, educators and their bosses typically get 6 percent annual hikes in their last years on the job.

Demmer said he would consider making districts pay all or part of the pension costs associated with the big raises. He also suggested basing pensions on a greater number of years of pay, which would reduce the size of the benefits.

He also defended the work of state Sen. Tim Bivins, a Dixon Republican who represents the south and western parts of DeKalb County. Bivins is negotiating with Democrats on a compromise to allow concealed carry of firearms.

That compromise would empower the state police to issue concealed-carry permits. Those permits would apply everywhere in the state except Chicago and Cook County, where people would have to get endorsements from local law enforcement.

The NRA criticized the compromise, saying it denies Chicago and Cook County residents their civil rights.

Demmer said he would like to apply the same rules around the state, but the reality is that supermajority support is needed for a concealed-carry law. So the controversial provision may be necessary for the larger goal of allowing concealed carry, he said.

Stefan steps into finance director role D-427 student fees

By STEPHANIE HICKMAN shickman@shawmedia.com SYCAMORE – Peter Stefan’s first days on the job involved soaking up as much information as he could.

DeKalb County’s new finance director has been attending orientations and working to familiarize himself with the county’s policies and procedures since he took on the role April 15.

Stefan said he’s still meeting new people and learning the ropes, but so far everything is going well.

“If the first week and a half is any indication, it definitely will prove to be everything I thought it would be,” he said.

Originally from DuPage County, Stefan has spent more than 25 years working in the public sector. As a certified public accountant, he worked for 10 years for the city of Wood Dale

“If the irst week and a half is any indication, it deinitely will prove to be everything I thought it would be.”

Peter Stefan, DeKalb County inance director and for 14 years as finance director for the village of Lake in the Hills in McHenry County.

Although he has worked for municipalities in the past, Stefan said he is new to managing the larger sector of county government.

But that didn’t keep him from pursuing the job when he heard about the opening.

“It looked like something that was interesting to me and a new challenge,” he said.

Stefan’s role, which formerly belonged to current county administrator Gary Hanson, was established as part of a decoupling of the finance director and dep-

uty county administrator positions in February. The DeKalb County Board unanimously approved Stefan’s appointment at its meeting on March 20.

Hanson said the deputy county administrator position has not been officially established yet, but he anticipates it will be discussed again in May or June.

But after four months of searching and interviews with four candidates, Hanson said, he was relieved to finally have Stefan fill the finance director position.

“He’s just going to be a real good fit for the county,” Hanson said. “We’re very happy to have him.”

Stefan’s annual salary will be $110,000, which he will start earning soon, as the county prepares to kick off the annual budget cycle for fiscal year 2014.

Stefan said he’s up to the challenges the county faces with declining revenues and increasing expenditures that have been pushing off improvement projects.

“Eventually you’ve got to try to address those in one way or another,” he said.

But Stefan looks forward to working with Hanson and the rest of the departments to keep improving the county. He said he will sit down with Hanson soon to see how his skills can be utilized best.

“They’re all looking for better, more efficient ways to operate their department,” he said. “And I certainly won’t be any different.”

may stay constant

By STEPHANIE HICKMAN shickman@shawmedia.com SYCAMORE – All District 427 student fees could remain the same for the 2013-14 school year with the exception of kindergarten.

The proposed fees will go unchanged for first- through fifth-graders, while the kindergarten instructional fees would increase to $90 a year, making all elementary school student fees the same across the board.

Sycamore Middle School and Sycamore High School student fees also would remain at $140 each.

The $5 increase for kindergarteners was proposed because every grade’s fees increased for the 2012-13 school year except kindergarten’s, said Nicole Stuckert, the district’s accountant and assistant treasurer.

But she said kindergarteners use just as many resources as the other grade levels.

Stuckert said the extra $5 per kindergartner is expected to bring in a little less than $1,500 next school year, with 233 kindergartners already registered and 250 projected to do so.

All student fees help cover the cost of basic supplies such as textbooks and computer software, she said.

Stuckert said the district surveyed DeKalb District 428 and other comparable school districts east of Sycamore before establishing these fees.

District 427’s student fees rank in the lower middle level compared to other district’s, Stuckert said.

DeKalb District 428’s fees are $120 for elementary school, $140 for middle school and $155 for high school.

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Gambling legislation to get tweaks Intent is to appease opponents who have fought previous efforts

By SARA BURNETT The Associated Press SPRINGFIELD – Supporters of a proposal to expand gambling in Illinois are tweaking the legislation in hopes of improving its chances with the Legislature and Gov. Pat Quinn, who has vetoed two previous proposals and says he still has concerns.

Sen. President John Cullerton, D-Chicago, plans to strip language that would legalize Internet gambling from the bill, his spokeswoman Rikeesha Phelon said Thursday. She said it had become clear that the governor and some legislators who supported previous gambling bills had concerns that could derail passage of the larger package. Cullerton plans to introduce Internet gambling as a separate measure.

The Senate also could consider amendments to address

questions from the chairman of the Illinois Gaming Board, which regulates gambling.

The changes are just the latest step in a yearslong effort to get a bill signed and provide a new source of revenue to a state in financial crisis. Proponents estimate the expansion could generate between $400 million and $1 billion per year.

The legislation would add casinos in Chicago, Danville, Rockford, Chicago’s south suburbs and Lake County.

It also allows slot machines at racetracks, with 1,200 machines to be located in Cook County and an additional 900 outside the county’s boundaries. The Chicago casino licensee would be allowed to apply for up to 4,000 slot machines that could be operated at Midway and O’Hare international airports.

Casinos and racetracks with slot machines also

would have been able to apply for a license to operate Internet gambling under a provision that was inserted into the latest version of the bill.

Quinn said earlier this month the Internet gambling language hadn’t had a proper review and that he was “not excited about it at all.”

“We’ve got to be careful here,” the Chicago Democrat said. “This needs to be analyzed very carefully. We just can’t pass things willy-nilly.”

Quinn vetoed the previous gambling bills because he said they didn’t include enough ethical safeguards and he wanted to ensure new revenue went to education.

Lawmakers made some changes to address those issues. The current bill bans campaign donations by gaming licensees and creates a new executive inspector general for gaming. It also calls for the bulk of revenues from

brick-and-mortar gambling to go to education.

Even without Internet gambling, Illinois Gaming Board Chairman Aaron Jaffe said he continues to have concerns, mainly about oversight of the proposed cityowned casino in Chicago.

He and members of the Senate Executive Committee considering the proposal argued over the issue during an often-heated hearing earlier this month. Several committee members said his concerns are unfounded, and Jaffe has had to counter claims that he’s just simply anti-gambling.

He told The Associated Press that he’s since submitted a memo to the committee outlining his concerns, including a license for the Chicago casino that he said will never expire and cannot be revoked, unlike other casinos.

Veteran housing complex announced

By SOPHIA TAREEN The Associated Press CHICAGO – A housing complex geared toward helping veterans at risk of becoming homeless will be built on Chicago’s South Side next year, officials announced Thursday.

The Hope Manor II apartments, funded by federal, state and city grant money, will have 73 units, ranging from studio to four-bedroom apartments. Residents will have access to services such as job training, family counseling and mental health screening. The project expands on a concept started last summer, when the original Hope Manor opened on Chicago’s West Side.

The idea is to help veterans, who experience a higher rate of homelessness than other groups, stay off the streets and get their lives on track. Rates of homelessness are higher among veterans than many

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Gov. Pat Quinn helps breaks ground on a housing complex designed to help veterans at risk for homelessness Thursday in Chicago. other groups. More than 1,100 veterans were homeless on a given day in 2012 in Illinois, or roughly 15 percent of all veterans, according to the National Alliance to End Homelessness.

The concept rings true to

Steven Brooks, a U.S. Marine veteran of Desert Storm in Iraq who moved into Hope Manor last year. After he returned from war, he didn’t know how to cope and said he turned to alcohol. It wasn’t long before

he wore out his welcome with friends and family.

Brooks was essentially homeless when he moved in and is now gearing up for a master welding course.

“It turned my life around,” the 44-year-old said of Hope Manor. “I never thought I’d be going back to school.”

The new facility is expected to be completed in 2014 and is paid for by a $1.9 million federal loan, $3 million tax-increment financing grant from Chicago and $190,000 grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.

Officials with Volunteers of America, which developed the idea, said that they want the complex to also focus on veterans who are younger, female or have families.

“The sacrifices our veterans make matter,” said Nancy Hughes Moyer, the president and CEO of Volunteers of America of Illinois.

Quinn wants attorney general to drop back-pay suit

By JOHN O’CONNOR The Associated Press SPRINGFIELD – Gov. Pat Quinn wants Attorney General Lisa Madigan to drop a lawsuit over back pay for unionized state workers so he can implement a new state contract he says will save hundreds of millions of dollars.

But Madigan’s office said Thursday the attorney general won’t dissolve the legal action until her lawyers know whether lawmakers will agree to find $140 million to pay the back wages that are at the center of the wrangling.

Quinn and the employees’ union settled the dispute at the bargaining table, and the Democratic governor says

prolonging the lawsuit holds up $900 million in health care savings.

Madigan, a Chicago Democrat like Quinn, is considering opposing him in the gubernatorial primary next spring, but officials were careful Thursday to stress the lawsuit is not a question of political ill will.

Quinn and 35,000 members of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees agreed to a threeyear contract in March after lengthy talks that stretched well past the June 2012 expiration of the prior contract.

The deal thawed frosty relations between the two sides that were chilled by Quinn’s refusal in 2011 and early 2012 to pay 5.25 percent in raises

promised to the union.

AFSCME sued and Quinn appealed in January a Cook County Circuit Court ruling that he owed the raises. Now, the union and the governor want the lawsuit withdrawn, but Madigan is waiting.

Quinn and AFSCME are working on legislation to get approval – a supplemental appropriation – from the General Assembly to pay $140 million in wages owed for the past two years. Madigan’s office says the lawsuit is “on hold” while they pursue that deal, but it’s premature to leave the courtroom.

“If the supplemental appropriation passes, the appeals in the lawsuit would be moot. But if a supplemental does not pass, then, unfor-

tunately, the lawsuit will need to continue,” Madigan spokeswoman Natalie Bauer said.

Quinn angered his labor support in July 2011 when he announced he would not honor $75 million in wage increases due AFSCME members because the Legislature hadn’t provided money to pay them. The move tasted especially sour to AFSCME because it had agreed to delay half of the raise due that month to save the state money in a budget crisis.

Although the Quinn administration paid raises to employees in some agencies as money came available, the AFSCME lawsuit involves $64 million that was never paid.

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8OBITUARIES ROBIN ANN (OAKES) BEBEL Born: Oct. 15, 1954, in Neptune, N.J. Died: April 21, 2013 CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – Robin Ann (Oakes) Bebel, 58, of Charlottesville, formerly of DeKalb, passed away from complications of a heart attack Sunday, April 21, 2013, surrounded by her family.

Robin was born Oct. 15, 1954, in Neptune, N.J., to Frank and Mary Jane Oakes. She was a graduate of Wall Township High School and graduated with honors from Allegheny College with a Bachelor of Arts in French.

She was a member of the Religious Society of Friends (Quaker) in Manasquan, N.J. At the time of her passing, she was the assistant director of the Center of Survey Research in the Wendell Cooper Center at the University of Virginia. While living in DeKalb, she was the operations manager at the Public Opinion Lab at Northern Illinois University. She was a recognized and respected member of the Field Directors division of the American Association of Public Opinion Researchers (AAPOR).

Her membership and status in AAPOR also allowed her to pursue her love of travel and enjoy major cities of North America.

Robin married Dennis Bebel of Howell Township, N.J., in August of 1978. Their lives together took them to Delaware, Ohio and Houston, Texas, before settling in DeKalb. She has two children: Nicholas Oakes, born in Houston in 1986, and Sara Margaret (Maggie), born in DeKalb in 1993.

In addition, while in Charlottesville, the family adopted a beautiful, hazel-eyed beagle, Sophie.

Robin was a loving wife, beautiful friend, caring and devoted mother to Nick and Maggie, a capable assistant baseball and softball coach, a saint in dealing with the youngest member of the family, Sophie, and an intelligent and dedicated researcher and manager. She was known within the DeKalb school system and park district as “Nick’s Mom” and “Maggie’s Mom.” She could be regularly found at Ollie’s Frozen Custard with her

500 block of East Prairie Street in Plano, was arrested Thursday, April 25, on a warrant for burglary.

Timothy W. Shepherd, 34, of the 3500 block of East 15th Avenue in Ottawa, was arrested Thursday, April 25, on a warrant for burglary.

Sandwich Derek A. Lilly, 23, of Sandwich, was charged Wednesday, April 24, with failure to register as a sex offender.

Sycamore Jeffrey W. Hooker, 29, of the 400 block of Charles Street in Sycamore, was charged Thursday, April 18, with two counts of domestic battery.

family and co-workers all savoring Ollie’s frozen delicacies.

Her love of reading, particularly science fiction and fantasy, inspired her daughter and niece to expand their reading horizons.

She sought to encourage her children to educate themselves on everything from life skills to home crafts to gaining a desire to explore the world beyond themselves. She was completely devoted to family and friends.

She looked forward to celebrations with the Laytons, the Oakes and the Bebels – except for the garlic part – and was dedicated to her co-workers. Her cookies and dessert breads were always highly anticipated by all.

As her last act of kindness, Robin wished to donate her organs to save others’ lives. She was able to help three people with her passing.

Robin is survived by her husband; two children; the family beagle; her father, Frank; younger sister, LuAnn; brother-in-law, Michael; niece, Alexandra; and nephew, John Robert “Bobby.”

She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Jane (Layton) Oakes.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in her name be made to either the donor’s favorite charity, the Religious Society of Friends Manasquan Meeting (2257 Meeting House Road Manasquan, NJ 08736), or to the University of Virginia’s Stroke Center (UVahealth.com/about/giving and follow the steps).

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Crossing a ‘red line’? U.S. says Syria used poison

By BRADLEY KLAPPER and JULIE PACE The Associated Press WASHINGTON – The White House declared Thursday that U.S. intelligence indicates Syrian President Bashar Assad has twice used deadly chemical weapons in his country’s fierce civil war, a provocative action that would cross President Barack Obama’s “red line” for a significant military response.

But the administration said the revelation won’t immediately change its stance on intervening.

The information, which has been known to the administration and some mem-

bers of Congress for weeks, isn’t solid enough to warrant quick U.S. involvement in the 2-year-old conflict, the White House said. Officials said the assessments were made with “varying degrees of confidence” given the difficulty of information gathering in Syria, though there appeared to be little question within the intelligence community.

As recently as Tuesday, when an Israeli general added to the growing chorus that Assad had used chemical weapons, White House spokesman Jay Carney said the administration was continuing to monitor and investigate but had “not come to the conclusion that there has been that

use.”

The Syrian civil war has persisted, with an estimated 70,000 dead. Obama has so far resisted pressure, both from Congress and from within his own administration, to arm the Syrian rebels or get involved militarily. He has, however, declared the use of chemical weapons a “game changer” that would have “enormous consequences.”

The White House disclosed the new intelligence Thursday in letters to two senators, but had Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announce it to reporters traveling with him in the United Arab Emirates. The letters were sent in response to questions from senators of

both parties who are pressing for more U.S. involvement, and it marked the first time the administration has publicly disclosed evidence of chemical weapons use.

“Our intelligence community does assess, with varying degrees of confidence, that the Syrian regime has used chemical weapons on a small scale in Syria, specifically, the chemical agent sarin,” the White House said in the letters, which were signed by Obama’s legislative director, Miguel Rodriguez. He went on to write that “given the stakes AP photo involved,” the U.S. was still seeking “credible and corrob- U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel speaks with reporters after orated facts” before deciding reading a statement on chemical weapon use in Syria during a press conference Thursday in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. how to proceed.

Legal issues surround Boston suspect’s questioning

By MARK SHERMAN The Associated Press WASHINGTON – The hospital-room questioning of the surviving suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings is generating concern about whether he should have been interrogated without first being told of his constitutional rights to silence and a lawyer – and, conversely, whether federal agents actually should have had more time with him before he was read his rights.

Dzhokhar Tsarnaev faced 16 hours of questioning before he was advised of his Miranda rights, and investigators say he told them of his role in the two bombings near the Boston Marathon finish

line on April 15. He explained that he and his brother, Tamerlan, were angry about the U.S. wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and the killing of Muslims there, according to two U.S. officials who spoke on condition of anonymity Dzhokhar because they Tsarnaev weren’t authorized to discuss the case with reporters.

He also described a spurof-the-moment plan that the brothers hatched to drive to New York and set off their remaining explosives there, New York City officials said Thursday.

In Boston, federal agents

invoked an exception to the Miranda warnings that allows for questioning when public safety may be threatened. But they knew their time with Tsarnaev in the absence of a lawyer would be limited.

On Sunday, prosecutors filed a criminal complaint charging Tsarnaev with a role in the bombings. That action led directly to the improvised court hearing in the hospital the following morning at which U.S. Magistrate Judge Marianne Bowler told Tsarnaev he did not have to answer questions and could have a lawyer.

And he apparently did stop, though other cases in recent years suggest that silence won’t necessarily last.

Could that first hearing on Monday have been delayed?

The hearing is supposed to take place “without unnecessary delay,” according to the federal rules, sometimes within a matter of hours.

The rules governing such hearings, known as an initial appearance, require the judge to tell a defendant of his rights, Justice Department spokesman Dean Boyd said. “The prosecutors and FBI agents in Boston were advised of the scheduled initial appearance in advance of its occurrence.”

Civil liberties advocates have said a suspect should rarely be questioned without a lawyer and without being told he doesn’t have to respond.

8BRIEFS Israel shoots down drone, Obama consoles families, Hezbollah suspected survivors of Texas blast JERUSALEM – Israel shot down a drone Thursday as it approached its northern coast from neighboring Lebanon, raising suspicions that the Hezbollah militant group was behind the infiltration attempt.

Hezbollah denied involvement, but the incident was likely to heighten Israeli concerns that the Shiite militant group is trying to take advantage of the unrest in neighboring Syria to strengthen its capabilities.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who was in a helicopter in northern Israel at the time of the incident, said he viewed it with “utmost gravity.”

WACO, Texas – President Barack Obama consoled a rural Texas community rocked by a deadly fertilizer plant explosion, telling mourners Thursday they are not alone in their grief and they will have the nation’s support to rebuild from the devastation.

“This small town’s family is bigger now,” Obama said during a memorial service at Baylor University for victims of last week’s explosion in nearby West, Texas, that killed 14 and injured 200.

Nearly 10,000 gathered to remember the first responders killed in the blast, a crowd more than triple the size of West’s entire population of 2,700.

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Sweet Earth’s plan remains on local customers for now Economic

recovery inconsistent

• ONLINE VENTURES Continued from page A1 The couple have been using www.sweetearthjewelry.com to supplement their 18-year-old business for about five years, Para said.

Customers can purchase jewelry from around the world, but Para said the online inventory is just a glimpse into what’s available at their store at 341 W. State St. in Sycamore.

He said less than 5 percent of Sweet Earth’s sales come from their website.

The plan is for Sweet Earth to build upon its online business. But right now, he said the focus remains on the local customers who frequent their brick-and-mortar store.

“It’s a lot of work keeping up with the inventory in the store and the website,” he said. “It’s like having two stores.”

But Sweet Earth, as well as Pita Pete’s and Rural Girl Soups, said social media outlets, especially Facebook, continue to play an important role in the way they interact with customers.

All three business owners said they often share specials and promotions on Facebook, which draws in additional customers.

With online and business worlds colliding and constantly evolving, Para said it’s important to make adjustments when necessary. But he leaves that task to his wife, Roseann.

“She is constantly doing different things on Facebook,” he said. “To be honest, I can’t keep up with it.”

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Gail Roloff (left), owner of Rural Girl Soups, stirs a pot of zucchini pepper jack soup Tuesday at a kitchen in Geneva. Orders for the soup are taken online, then prepared on Tuesday and delivered to customers in DeKalb County every Wednesday.

A neighbor heard shots, called police • SHOOTING Continued from page A1 “What his relationship with her, what was his affection for her, we don’t know,” she said.

A hospital spokeswoman in Springfield said Thursday that Kassidy’s condition had been upgraded from serious to fair.

The shootings happened before dawn Wednesday in the 300-resident town about 50 miles west of Springfield. Manchester has 14 streets, one store and no stoplights. “[Scott] forced his way into the back door using some type of heavy pipe,” Bond said. He then opened fire.

The body of 29-year-old James Roy Ralston was found in a hallway, with the bodies of 1-year-old Brantley Ralston, 5-year-old Nolan Ralston in one bedroom. In another room lay Ralston’s girlfriend and the boys’ mother, 23-year-old Brittney Luark, and her 67-year-old grandmother, Jo Ann Sinclair.

A neighbor who heard the gunshots called police and told them Smith fled in a white sedan. Smith led authorities on a chase to the nearby town of Winchester, where he exchanged gunfire with the officers. Bond said a state trooper used his motorcycle for cover as he fired back at Smith.

Police said they found a rifle, shotgun and large hunting knife in Smith’s car.

Scott County State’s Attorney Michael Hill said Smith, of rural Morgan County, had previous convictions for reckless homicide, drugs and bad checks. But people who knew Smith described him as a quiet guy who kept to himself, living in a rural area just outside town.

“He would drive by and wave at you,” said Corey Lomelino, 21. “But he wasn’t looking for any attention.”

Manchester Mayor Ronald Drake said he hadn’t spoken with his nephew in two years and believed Smith was unemployed. Drake said the last time Smith contacted him was to borrow tools.

Gail Roloff (left) and cook Meg Sisk prepare soup. Her website is the “storefront” for the business.

“It’s a lot of work keeping up with the inventory in the store and the website.

It’s like having two stores.”

Rich Para Co-owner of Sweet Earth Jewelry

Kelewitz noted the slow and inconsistent speed of the economic recovery.

“There weren’t great changes, but things haven’t been fairly consistent in terms of improvement,” Kelewitz said.

Paul Borek, executive director of the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation, said he was unaware of any major closings or layoffs in neighboring counties that could account for the labor force drop month-tomonth.

Year-to-year, Borek said, the county’s labor force and employed workers figures are stable.

“Manufacturers and industries that we work with indicate too that employment is stable and they indicated hiring in the near future,” Borek said, although he emphasized that he wasn’t making any official announcements regarding hiring.

DeKalb County falls into the Chicago metro region, which saw its unemployment rate rise from 9 percent in March 2012 to 9.5 percent in March 2013. State officials said the region added 45,800 nonfarm jobs in the last year.

“There weren’t great changes, but things haven’t been fairly consistent in terms of improvement.”

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8LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Gun control proposals fail to connect To the Editor: The Washington Post missed the boat on why the Senate “misfired” on background checks (Another View: Senate misfires on background checks, April, 20).

It wasn’t because “a cowardly minority of senators ... avoided a rebuke from the National Rifle Association,” as The Post wrote. It was because gun-control advocates have never proposed an effective system consistent with the beliefs and values of conservative senators and their constituents.

Those values include: Safety of the community, obeying the law, responsibility, and justice.

What would such a system look like?

I think it would have the following characteristics: • It would respect the 2nd Amendment.

• It would be aimed at keeping only the bad guys and those deemed irresponsible or incompetent to possess guns from owning them.

• It would depend on responsible, law-abiding gun owners, not criminals, to obey the law.

• It would carry strict penalties, strictly enforced for violation of background check procedures or possessing a gun that was illegally obtained.

Congress can construct such a system by passing the following laws: • A law establishing and maintaining an Instant Background Check (IBC) that works, administered by a non-governmental agency (maybe the National Rifle Association?) that can make it accessible to anyone for checking individual purchasers while being secure from survey by any government agency, the press, or anyone else.

• A law requiring every gun owner from the original manufacturer to retail dealer to the individual or organization that buys it to use, display or collect to use the IBC system before selling or otherwise permanently giving a gun to another person.

• A law making it illegal to sell

Without the legal advantages of a new party, all eight independent candidates for DeKalb Township simply worked together to get their message out to the voters. Holding a majority on the board, Kevin Flavin, Lisa King and Nancy Teboda can give voice to the issues that came to the forefront in this election, such as labor, diversity and the importance of social services.

This was a team effort; candidates couldn’t have done it alone.

The effort took contributors, letter-writers, phone-bankers, poll Robert Suchner watchers; volunteers to knock DeKalb doors, take yard signs, distribute literature; and of course, voters.

Independents control Please accept this final thank you DeKalb town board to the people of DeKalb Township To the Editor: from the independent candidates.

On April 9, the people of DeKalb I’d like to encourage all to support voted for change on the DeKalb the newest members of the board, Township board. While the incumKevin Flavin, Lisa King, and Nancy bents and their allies running under Teboda at their inauguration as their “new party” slate narrowly DeKalb Township Trustees at 6 held onto the offices of supervisor, p.m. on May 20 at the Township assessor, highway commisioner Office, 2323 S. Fourth St., DeKalb. and clerk, they lost their majority on the board to three first-time Jim Luebke DeKalb independent candidates. or permanently give a gun to any person or organization listed as ineligible to own one at the time of sale or gifting.

• A law making it illegal to possess a gun without proof of ownership or permission of the person who can prove ownership.

To be effective, of course, these four laws would need to carry strict penalties, strictly enforced.

But that, of course, is consistent with the values of responsible gun owners anyway and an often expressed prescription of the NRA.

Steubenville digs in Last month, after a trial that garnered worldwide coverage, two high-school football players in Steubenville, Ohio, were sentenced to youth prison for raping a 16-year-old girl.

She was so intoxicated at the time of the attacks that she only discovered what had happened to her after the cellphone photos and crude text messages began circulating.

That is only one of the many troubling details in this case, which is not over yet.

Next week, a grand jury will begin calling witnesses as it weighs more charges.

Surely, the football team’s coach, Reno Saccoccia, will be a primary target of this continued investigation.

During the trial for the convicted rapists, 16-year-old Ma’lik Richmond and 17-year-old Trent Mays, Saccoccia’s name came up. A lot.

Mays had a text message on his cellphone that read: “I got Reno. He took care of it and s--- ain’t gonna happen, even if they did take it to court. Like he was joking about it so I’m not worried.”

This led many to question what Saccoccia knew, when he knew it and why he let his star players continue to suit up for games.

May the next round of grand jury questioning get to the heart of those questions.

Meanwhile, in a stealth move forging Steubenville’s willful disregard for its women, the school board quietly renewed Saccoccia’s contract as director of administrative services. He remains as coach, too.

The news of Saccoccia’s contract renewal was buried in a matter-of-fact regurgitation of the board’s minutes in the Ohio Valley’s Herald Star. Fortunately, word got out quickly. Once again, this small town on the Ohio River is the focus of a round of national scorn and ridicule. As it should be, says this mournful Ohioan.

In a story published last December, New York Times reporters Juliet Macur and Nate Schweber described this exchange with Steubenville’s coach: “When asked again about the players in-

VIEWS Connie Schultz volved and why he chose not to discipline them, he became agitated. “ ‘You made me mad now,’ he said, throwing in several expletives as he walked from the high school to his car.

“Nearly nose to nose with a reporter, he growled: ‘You’re going to get yours. And if you don’t get yours, somebody close to you will.’ ” After news broke of Saccoccia’s contract renewal, an online petition went up demanding that Saccoccia be fired. As of Wednesday afternoon, it had more than 135,000 signatures. A petition supporting him had 721 signatures. Online furor should not prompt Saccoccia’s demise, but it does telegraph how badly Steubenville officials continue to respond to this tragedy.

Or not respond.

Christopher Evans, an editorial writer for Cleveland’s Plain Dealer, got nowhere this week trying to talk to Saccoccia.

“If I haven’t said anything since August, why would I talk now?” he said.

When Evans said evidence suggests that Saccoccia knew about Mays’ cellphone texts, the coach said, “I’ve got no comment.” End of interview.

I had even worse luck Wednesday trying to reach Edward Littlejohn Sr., the president of the school board.

First, I called the school district’s main number and was told that the only way to talk to Littlejohn is to leave a message in a generic voice mailbox. Done.

Next, I called the karate studio owned by Littlejohn and left two messages. I mistakenly called the law offices of his son Edward Littlejohn Jr., who promptly returned my call and told me his father would be in the studio by 4 p.m.

Shortly after 4 p.m., I called the karate studio again. When I asked for Littlejohn, the woman who answered hesitated and said, “Um, let me see.”

A few moments later, Vicki Littlejohn, Edward’s wife, was on the phone. Our exchange: “Actually, I’m calling for Mr. Littlejohn.”

“I’m Mrs. Littlejohn.”

“Yes, but I need to speak to Mr. Littlejohn, please.”

“Well, he’s not here.”

“Your son told me he’d be in after 4.”

“Yes, well, on Wednesdays, I never know where he is. I’ll take a message.”

“May I have his cellphone number?”

“No, that won’t work. I know because I just tried. He’s in a dead zone now.”

I’ll resist the obvious metaphor and simply list the questions Littlejohn should answer: 1) Why did the school board renew Reno Saccoccia’s contract as director of administrative services?

2) Why didn’t the board at least delay this contract renewal until the grand jury finished its investigation?

3) Why didn’t the board make a public acknowledgment of the controversial nature of Saccoccia’s contract renewal and explain to Steubenville residents and the rest of the world why it thinks this coach deserves to keep his job, administrative or otherwise?

Finally, the city of Steubenville could have stood tall for its women and the men who cherish them and sent a strong message to its young people.

Instead, it has hunkered down, burnishing its reputation as a town that cares more about football than it does about the children it will launch into the world.

• Connie Schultz is a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and an essayist for Parade magazine. She is the author of two books, including “...and His Lovely Wife,” which chronicled the successful race of her husband, Sherrod Brown, for the U.S. Senate.

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At a recent meeting about continuing to grow downtown DeKalb and the surrounding area hosted

by Re:New DeKalb last week, the talk was about attracting more people from Northern Illinois University to the area.

There was talk about extending Locust Street to connect to College Avenue, adding consistent shuttle service from campus to downtown, expanding the bike path network and more.

It would be beneficial for DeKalb to create more of a “college town” environment that could entice more students to remain on campus and in town on weekends.

Part of the battle is making it convenient for people to get downtown. But it could also be helpful to shift the redevelopment focus to the area west of downtown, between the NIU lagoon and First Street.

This area, which is part of the same tax-increment financing district as downtown DeKalb, is something of a desert separating downtown from the NIU campus.

There are some existing homes, a few offices and fast-food delivery restaurants in the area, but no real attractions to draw foot traffic in an area that is walkable.

The area does appear to For the record be long on open, available space. Foremost is the It would be beneficial for languishing 7-acre property DeKalb to create more of that ShoDeen Development a “college town” environhad wanted to turn into the ment that could entice NB&T Square. more students to remain The project, which was on campus and in town on proposed in 2008 and the weekends. shelved after the real-estate bubble burst during the Great Recession, could be a logical starting point for changing the look of things west of downtown.

ShoDeen hasn’t gone belly-up. In fact, it has asked for permission to build more than 1,200 houses in a subdivision it is calling “Irongate,” near the DeKalb High School on the north side of the city.

But ShoDeen President Dave Patzelt has said that in order to build something at the Square property, it will need incentives from the city’s tax-increment financing district, a refrain that seems to become more common among developers with each passing month.

The City Council was cool to ShoDeen’s proposal to build more houses earlier this year. If Patzelt brings his plan back to the council on May 28 as expected, the square project should be part of the discussion as well.

8 ANOTHER VIEW

Illinois roads paved with patronage There is a tendency, and to some extent a well-deserved one, to blame Chicago for the corruption and ethical lapses which sorrowfully have become the bestknown characteristics of the Illinois body politic.

It’s true the Windy City has a deserved reputation for smoke-filled rooms and backroom deals. Any city with a widely known unofficial political motto (Where’s mine?) won’t shed its tarnished reputation in this generation - or possibly the next.

It doesn’t help that the imprisoned former governor of Illinois, Rod Blagojevich, is a native Chicagoan and still widely admired by many in his hometown. It’s almost miraculous that he was convicted of corruption by a federal jury in Chicago, but it took two different trials.

There are many other chapters in the book on Chicago corruption. But Chicago and the city’s Democratic machine are not solely to blame for the ethical lapses, corruptions and scandals that make the once-proud Land of Lincoln easy fodder for late-night comics.

Downstate Illinois is not immune.

Former Governor George Ryan was a Republican from downstate Kankakee. Ryan only recently was released from a long stretch in federal prison for corruption convictions linked to an FBI investigation that determined it was possible for unqualified truck drivers to get licensed in exchange for bribes.

Those are the headline stories of ethical lapses in Illinois. It would take several bound volumes to chronicle the lesser and non-criminal accusations that were dutifully described in numerous news accounts over the years.

For example, last week our region got the inside story on the Illinois Department of Transportation tenure of former congressman David Phelps. He did not fare well in an investigation by the Illinois Office of Executive Inspector General, but we are not equating Phelps with imprisoned former governors. He’s not charged with anything and has offered his own explanations for his work at IDOT. – Southern Illinoisan (Carbondale)

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7-DAY FORECAST

High pressure will begin moving east.

This will turn the winds out of the south/southwest helping to warm temperatures into the mid-60s. Winds will be increasing with gusts up to 30 mph. Saturday will be breezy and fairly mild. By Sunday, winds will turn more southerly, transporting much-warmer air up from the Gulf with highs near 70.

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Temperature High ............................................................. 48° Low .............................................................. 37° Normal high ............................................. 63° Normal low ............................................... 41° Record high .............................. 85° in 1990 Record low ................................ 28° in 1967

Precipitation 24 hours through 4 p.m. yest. ......... 0.02” Month to date ....................................... 6.78” Normal month to date ....................... 2.65” Year to date ......................................... 14.07” Normal year to date ............................ 7.94”

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Sunset tonight ............................. 7:48 p.m.

Moonrise today ........................... 9:14 p.m.

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Rockford 66/44

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Dixon 67/44

Joliet 66/42

La Salle 66/45 Streator 66/43

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Evanston 64/46 Chicago 66/46

Aurora 66/42

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Sports

Kirk Hinrich and Bulls hold off the Deron Williams and the Nets, 79-76, in Game 3 to take a 2-1 lead in their first-round playoff series. PAGE B2

SECTION B Friday, April 26, 2013 Daily Chronicle

Sports editor Ross Jacobson • rjacobson@shawmedia.com

8MORNING KICKOFF

NFL DRAFT

Bears take Oregon’s Long

By ANDREW SELIGMAN

Bears’ picks

The Associated Press AP photo

Bring on beef in draft, starting with OT Fisher NEW YORK – NFL teams bought in bulk early in Thursday night’s draft.

Unlike the last few glamand-glitter years when bumper crops of quarterbacks reigned, this was pure brawn: more than 600 pounds at the outset with offensive tackles Eric Fisher of Central Michigan and Luke Joeckel of Texas A&M. The first seven picks were all linemen: four on offense, three on defense.

Not until Florida State’s EJ Manuel went to Buffalo at No. 16 was a quarterback taken – the lowest since 2000, when Chad Pennington went 18th to the Jets.

Fisher became the first Mid-American Conference player selected at the top when Kansas City’s new regime led by coach Andy Reid chose the 6-foot-7, 306-pound offensive tackle.

“This is so surreal,” Fisher said. “I’m ready to get to work right now. I’m ready to start playing some football. I can’t process what’s going on right now.”

Fisher was followed by All-American Joeckel going to Jacksonville, defensive end Dion Jordan of Oregon to Miami, which traded up with Oakland, and Oklahoma tackle Lane Johnson to Philadelphia. Not a skill position player yet in sight – a stark change from the last four drafts, when quarterbacks went first.

– Wire report

8WHAT TO WATCH Pro hockey Calgary at Blackhawks, 7:30 p.m., CSN, NBCSN The Hawks are back in action after capturing the Presidents’ Trophy for the first time in 22 years on Wednesday night.

Also on TV...

NBA playoffs New York at Boston, Game 3, 7 p.m., ESPN San Antonio at L.A. Lakers, 9:30 p.m., ESPN Denver at Golden State, 9:30 p.m., ESPN2 Pro football NFL draft, Rounds 2-3, 5:30 p.m., ESPN; 7 p.m., ESPN2 NFL draft, Rounds 2-3, 5:30 p.m., NFLD Pro baseball Cubs at Miami, 6 p.m., WGN Atlanta at Detroit or Toronto at N.Y. Yankees, 6 p.m., MLB Tampa Bay at White Sox, 7 p.m., WCIU Golf PGA Tour, Zurich Classic, second round, 2 p.m., TGC Auto racing NASCAR, Nationwide Series, ToyotaCare 250 qualifying, 3 p.m., ESPN2

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LAKE FOREST – The Bears selected Oregon guard Kyle Long with the 20th pick in the NFL draft Thursday night, hoping to shore up an offensive line that has ranked among the worst in recent years.

There were a number of ways the Bears could have gone given their needs for depth and youth on both sides of the ball. They were also interested in moving down and acquiring more picks since they had just five.

Some mock drafts had the Bears going with linebackers Alec Ogletree of Georgia and Notre Dame’s Manti Te’o, along with Fighting Irish tight end Tyler Eifert. All three were on the board.

Round 1, Pick 20 (20): Tyler Long, G, Oregon Round 2, Pick 18 (50) Round 4, Pick 20 (117) Round 5, Pick 20 (153) Round 6, Pick 20 (188) Instead, they decided to add Long, the son of former Raiders star Howie Long and the brother of St. Louis Rams defensive end Chris Long.

The 6-foot-6, 313-pound Long was a key part of Oregon’s breakneck offense, recording six touchdown-resulting blocks and 36 knockdowns as the Ducks led the Pac-12 in total offense and scoring.

He joins a team that won 10

games but made some big changes after missing the playoffs for the fifth time in six seasons. They fired coach Lovie Smith and replaced him with the offensive-minded Marc Trestman, and that wasn’t the only big change.

Brian Urlacher, the heart and soul of the defense, is gone after his contract expired and they couldn’t come to an agreement. Besides parting with the eight-time Pro Bowl middle linebacker, the Bears addressed some of their most immediate needs before the draft by signing Jermon Bushrod and Martellus Bennett. That gave them the AP file photo top-tier left tackle and play-making tight end they craved, and it gave The Bears selected Oregon guard Kyle Long with the general manager Phil Emery some 20th pick in the NFL draft Thursday night, hoping to

See BEARS, page B2

shore up an offensive line that has ranked among the worst in recent years.

NFL draft

Shaw Media file photo

Former Northern Illinois receiver Perez Ashford (from left), tight end Jason Schepler and defensive end Sean Progar are hoping to be drafted this week or signed as free-agents afterward. “You dream of it as a kid,” Ashford said. “Going through it now is unbelievable.”

NORTHERN ILLINOIS

Hopefuls await word Sycamore grad Schepler says he believes he’ll get a chance

By STEVE NITZ snitz@shawmedia.com Jason Schepler is ready do whatever an NFL team may ask of him.

The former Sycamore Spartan and Northern Illinois Huskie is used to playing tight end. This summer, he could find himself in an NFL camp as a tight end. He also could see himself as a fullback, or even on the offensive line.

Schepler hopes to get into an NFL camp, even if its as an

More online For all your NIU sports coverage – including stories, features, scores, photos, videos, blogs and much more – log on to HuskieWire.com. undrafted free agent, and he’s not really worried about what position he’ll be at.

“I’m willing to do whatever a team wants me to do,” Schepler said. “I’m willing to have

this opportunity to get into a camp and show what a team wants me to do.”

Schepler said he weighed 265 pounds when NIU opened the season against Iowa, and 275 at the Mid-American Conference Championship. After the Orange Bowl, he asked his coaches and agent what would be the best possibility for him, and what he heard was the offensive line. Last season, former NIU coach Dave Doeren raved about Schepler’s blocking ability.

So, Schepler has bulked up to 300 pounds and has been drilling as an offensive lineman.

The 2008 Sycamore graduate said he’s been eating at

least 4,500 calories a day. For example, he’s been eating things like an omlet with 12 eggs at lunch. He also has been taking care of plenty of chicken breasts and canned tuna.

“That was fun, getting to eat that much,” Schepler joked.

At NIU’s pro day in March, Schepler got the opportunity to work out in front of more than 20 NFL scouts, along with other NIU alumni hoping to get an NFL opportunity, including cornerback Rashaan Melvin, defensive ends Alan Baxter and Sean Progar and receivers Martel Moore and Perez Ashford.

See HUSKIES, page B4

Thursday’s first-round picks: 1. KANSAS CITY Eric Fisher, OT, Central Michigan 2. JACKSONVILLE Luke Joeckel, OT, Texas A&M 3. MIAMI (from Oakland) Dion Jordan, DE, Oregon 4. PHILADELPHIA Lane Johnson, OT, Oklahoma 5. DETROIT Ziggy Ansah, DE, BYU 6. CLEVELAND Barkevious Mingo, DE, LSU 7. ARIZONA Jonathan Cooper, G, North Carolina 8. ST. LOUIS (from Buffalo) Tavon Austin, WR, West Virginia 9. NEW YORK JETS Dee Milliner, DB, Alabama 10. TENNESSEE Chance Warmack, G, Alabama 11. SAN DIEGO D.J. Fluker, OT, Alabama 12. OAKLAND (from Miami) D.J. Hayden, DB, Houston 13. N.Y. JETS (from Tampa Bay) Sheldon Richardson, DT, Missouri 14. CAROLINA Star Lotulelei, DT, Utah 15. NEW ORLEANS Kenny Vaccaro, DB, Texas 16. BUFFALO (from St. Louis) E.J. Manuel, QB, Florida State 17. PITTSBURGH Jarvis Jones, LB, Georgia 18. SAN FRANCISCO (from Dallas) Eric Reid, DB, LSU 19. NEW YORK GIANTS Justin Pugh, OT, Syracuse 20. BEARS Tyler Long, G, Oregon 21. CINCINNATI Tyler Eifert, TE, Notre Dame 22. ATLANTA (from Washington through St. Louis) Desmond Trufant, DB, Washington 23. MINNESOTA Sharrif Floyd, DT, Florida 24. INDIANAPOLIS Bjoern Werner, DE, Floida State 25. MINNESOTA (from Seattle) Xavier Rhodes, DB, Florida State 26. GREEN BAY Datone Jones, DE, UCLA 27. HOUSTON DeAndre Hopkins, WR, Clemson 28. DENVER Sylvester Williams, DT, North Carolina 29. MINNESOTA (from New England) Cordarrelle Patterson, WR, Tennessee 30. ST. LOUIS (from Atlanta) Alec Ogletree, LB, Georgia 31. DALLAS (from San Francisco) Travis Frederick, C, Wisconsin 32. BALTIMORE Matt Elam, DB, Florida

KANELAND 4, DEKALB 3

Barbs’ comeback comes up short

By ROSS JACOBSON rjacobson@shawmedia.com DeKALB – By the time the DeKalb softball team’s offense got going Thursday against Kaneland, the Barbs were in too big of a hole to climb out of.

Kaneland raced out to a fourrun lead through the first five innings. DeKalb battled back with three in the sixth, but couldn’t come up with a final run in a 4-3 loss to the Knights at home.

“We could’ve done a better job.

We face kids like [Kaneland pitcher Ellissa Eckert] every day and score 10 runs, so to come out and struggle and just get three so late ... ,” DeKalb coach Jeff Davis said. “I knew we were going to mark, I just didn’t know how many.”

more in the fifth as Heimerdinger and Lexi Roach reached base to start. After a sacrifice from Allyson O’Herron, Kuefler singled, More online scoring Heimerdinger and Roach, and came all the way around to For all your prep sports coverage – score on two DeKalb errors. stories, features, scores, photos, “We’ve always done well against videos, blogs and more – log on to [Kowalski].

Our girls are starting to Daily-Chronicle.com/dcpreps. get their timing,” Kaneland coach Brian Willis said. “We played Kaneland’s hitters had qual- [Wednesday] night and I think this ity at-bats from the start against is the first time we’ve played backDeKalb pitcher Katie Kowalski, to-back games. It’s going to help recording hits in each of the first when we get our at-bats.” three innings. The Knights broke DeKalb (13-4, 3-2 NI Big 12 East) through for a run in the third when managed only three hits over the catcher Paige Kuefler doubled first five innings against Eckert, as Monica Maschak – mmaschak@shawmedia.com home Caroline Heimerdinger, who the right-hander consistently kept DeKalb pitcher Katie Kowalski delivers to a Kaneland led off the inning with a single. the Barbs off-balance. batter during Thursday’s game at DeKalb High School.

The Knights (11-2, 4-1 Northern See BARBS, page B4 Illinois Big 12 East) tacked on three The Barbs lost to the Knights, 4-3.

SPORTS

Page B2 • Friday, April 26, 2013

8UPCOMING PREPS SPORTS SCHEDULE TODAY Baseball Kaneland at Yorkville, 4:30 p.m.

Aurora Christian at Indian Creek, 4:30 p.m.

Hinckley-Big Rock at Hiawatha, 4:30 p.m.

Rochelle at Sycamore, 4:30 p.m.

DeKalb at Morris, 4:30 p.m.

Softball Sycamore at Dundee-Crown, 4:30 p.m.

Hinckley-Big Rock at Hiawatha, 4:30 p.m.

Girls Soccer Hinckley-Big Rock at Aurora Central Catholic, 4:30 p.m.

Westminster Christian at Hiawatha, 4:30 p.m.

Indian Creek at Winnebago tournament Sycamore at Freeport Pretzel Cup Boys Track DeKalb, Sycamore at Sycamore Gib Seegers Classic, 4 p.m.

Kaneland at Crystal Lake Central Invite, 5 p.m.

Girls Track Sycamore, DeKalb at Woodstock Invitational, 4:30 p.m.

SATURDAY Baseball Plano at Indian Creek, 10 a.m., noon Sterling at Sycamore, 10 a.m., noon Genoa-Kingston at HinckleyBig Rock, 10 a.m., noon DeKalb at Kaneland, 11 a.m., 1 p.m.

Softball Plano at Indian Creek, 10 a.m., noon Geneseo at Kaneland, 11 a.m., 1 p.m.

Aurora Central Catholic at GenoaKingston, 11 a.m., 1 p.m.

Girls Soccer Genoa-Kingston at Harvard, 10 a.m.

Indian Creek at Winnebago tournament Sycamore at Freeport Pretzel Cup Boys Track Hinckley-Big Rock at Oregon Invite, 9:30 a.m.

Boys Tennis DeKalb at Harlem quad, 8:30 a.m.

Girls Badminton DeKalb hosts Independent Conference Meet, 10 a.m.

8SPORTS SHORTS Youel garners first-team All-MAC honor Northern Illinois sophomore Nelle Youel became the first NIU women’s tennis player in 11 years to be named first-team All-Mid-American Conference, the conference announced Thursday. Youel is the fourth player in Huskies history to earn first-team All-MAC honors.

Youel played No. 1 singles and doubles for NIU, and broke the school record with 50 total wins. She went 27-5 in singles and was 23-7 in doubles.

NIU volleyball team adds 3 recruits The Northern Illinois women’s volleyball team has added three players to its 2013 recruiting class – Paige Dacanay (Prairie Ridge), Brianna Horvath (Stillwater, Minn.) and Malia Gabel (Pinckney, Mich.).

NIU’s class of 2013 is now at six members.

Dacanay, who played libero at Prairie Ridge, was a Northwest Herald all-area selection last season, helping the Wolves to regional and sectional championships.

Former Braves pitcher Camp dead at 60 RYDAL, Ga. – Former Atlanta Braves pitcher Rick Camp was found dead in his northwest Georgia home Thursday morning.

Camp played with the Braves from 1976 to 1985 and went 5649 with a 3.37 ERA in 65 starts and 349 relief appearances.

Former Lions defender Sam Williams dies DETROIT– Sam Williams, the former Detroit Lions defensive end who also played for the Rams and Falcons, has died. He was 82.

Williams’ son said his father died Thursday after an illness at St. Mary Mercy Hospital in Livonia, a Detroit suburb.

Williams played for Detroit from 1960 to 1965, after a year with the Los Angeles Rams. He spent his final two NFL seasons in Atlanta.

– From staff, wire reports

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NBA PLAYOFFS: BULLS 79, NETS 76

NBA

Boozer helps Bulls top Nets Bulls jump out to 2-1 lead in series

By JAY COHEN The Associated Press CHICAGO – Every play near the basket looked like a traffic accident. There were long scoreless stretches. Shooting from outside was a dicey proposition.

It was ugly for everyone but the Bulls. This was their type of game.

Carlos Boozer had 22 points and 16 rebounds, Luol Deng added 21 points and 10 boards, and the Bulls held off the Brooklyn Nets, Game 4 79-76, in Game 3 of their firstvs. Brooklyn, round playoff 1 p.m. Satur- series Thursday day, CSN, TNT, night.

The Bulls had AM-1000 no field goals and two foul shots in the final 5:46 of the game, but still managed to beat the Nets for the second time in the postseason.

They will try to grab a 3-1 lead when the series resumes in a quick turnaround Saturday afternoon.

Brooklyn shot 35 percent for the second straight game.

Brook Lopez had 22 points and nine rebounds, and Deron Williams finished with 18 points on 5-for-14 shooting.

Deng led the way as the Bulls grabbed control in the third quarter for the second straight game. The All-Star forward scored 12 points in the first 4 minutes of the peri-

AP photo

Nets guard Deron Williams guards Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich during the first half of Game 3 of their first-round playoff series Thursday night at the United Center. The Bulls won, 79-76, to take a 2-1 series lead. od, seemingly scoring at will against Gerald Wallace as the Bulls turned a seven-point halftime advantage into a 16-point lead.

Deng connected on four long jumpers before he drove inside for a three-point play off a foul on Wallace. A free throw by Boozer made it 54-38 with 7:36 remaining.

Brooklyn made one last charge when Lopez had eight points in a 10-2 spurt that trimmed the Bulls’ lead to 7774 with 14.4 seconds left. But Nate Robinson and Joakim

Noah each hit a free throw and former Bulls guard C.J. Watson missed a 3 at the buzzer.

Playing on a bad left foot, Joe Johnson had 15 points for Brooklyn, while Noah’s foul shot was his only point of the game while dealing with his own right foot injury.

The Nets cruised to an easy victory in the playoff opener and flopped in Game 2, when they shot 35 percent and managed only 11 points in the third period of a 90-82 loss on Monday night that hand-

ed home-court advantage to the Bulls. There was no word on Johnson until the starting lineups came out right before Game 3, but coach P.J. Carlesimo was more focused on Brooklyn playing with more aggression and getting off to a fast start than whether the guard was going to be able to play.

That emphasis worked at the beginning, but it quickly fell apart when the Nets went cold again on offense and the Bulls started to find their rhythm on both ends of the court.

Williams had eight quick points, matching his total from all of Game 2 and helping Brooklyn to a 17-5 lead with 6:25 left in the first quarter.

The Nets then went scoreless for the next 6½ minutes and missed 25 of 26 shots overall while the Bulls surged into the lead.

Hinrich made a layup, Marco Belinelli hit two foul shots and Boozer made a jumper to close out a 28-4 blitz that made it 33-21 with 5 minutes left in the half. But the biggest highlight was a pick and roll with Robinson and Taj Gibson, who finished it off with a poster-worthy dunk over Kris Humphries.

Notes: The Bulls handed out red flashlight key chains as part of their “See Red” playoff campaign, and the lights dotted the stands when the Bulls’ starting lineup was announced. ... The Nets haven’t won a road playoff game since a 96-91 victory at Toronto on April 21, 2007. ... Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen, who helped the Bulls win six NBA championships in the 1990s, received a huge ovation when he was shown on the videoboard in the first half.

PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Monday L.A. Clippers 93, Memphis 91, Clippers lead series 2-0 Tuesday New York 87, Boston 71, Knicks lead series 2-0 Golden State 131, Denver 117, series tied 1-1 Wednesday Oklahoma City 105, Houston 102, Thunder lead series 2-0 Indiana 113, Atlanta 98, Pacers lead series 2-0 San Antonio 102, L.A. Lakers 91, Spurs lead series 2-0 Thursday Miami 104, Milwaukee 91, Heat lead series 3-0 Bulls 79, Brooklyn 76, Bulls lead series 2-1 L.A. Clippers at Memphis (n) Today New York at Boston, 7 p.m.

San Antonio at L.A. Lakers, 9:30 p.m.

Denver at Golden State, 9:30 p.m.

Saturday Brooklyn at Bulls, 1 p.m.

L.A. Clippers at Memphis, 3:30 p.m.

Indiana at Atlanta, 6 p.m.

Oklahoma City at Houston, 8:30 p.m.

Sunday New York at Boston, noon Miami at Milwaukee, 2:30 p.m.

San Antonio at L.A. Lakers, 6 p.m.

Denver at Golden State, 8:30 p.m.

Monday Bulls at Brooklyn, 6 p.m.

Indiana at Atlanta, 6:30 p.m.

Oklahoma City at Houston, 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday x-Milwaukee at Miami, TBA x-L.A. Lakers at San Antonio, TBA Golden State at Denver, TBA x-Memphis at L.A. Clippers, TBA Wednesday x-Boston at New York, TBA x-Atlanta at Indiana, TBA x-Houston at Oklahoma City, TBA Thursday x-Brooklyn at Bulls, TBA x-Miami at Milwaukee, TBA x-San Antonio at L.A. Lakers, TBA x-Denver at Golden State, TBA Friday, May 3 x-New York at Boston, TBA x-Indiana at Atlanta, TBA x-Oklahoma City at Houston, TBA x-L.A. Clippers at Memphis, TBA Saturday, May 4 x-Bulls at Brooklyn, TBA x-Milwaukee at Miami, TBA x-L.A. Lakers at San Antonio, TBA x-Golden State at Denver, TBA Sunday, May 5 x-Boston at New York, TBA x-Atlanta at Indiana, TBA x-Houston at Oklahoma City, TBA x-Memphis at L.A. Clippers, TBA x-if necessary

NHL WESTERN CONFERENCE GP W L OT Pts GF GA z-Blackhawks46 35 6 5 75 151 98 y-Anaheim 46 29 11 6 64 134 112 y-Vancouver 46 26 13 7 59 124 111 x-St. Louis 47 28 17 2 58 126 114 x-Los Angeles 47 26 16 5 57 130 116 x-San Jose 47 25 15 7 57 122 113 Detroit 47 23 16 8 54 121 115 Minnesota 46 25 18 3 53 118 120 -----------------------------------------------------Columbus 46 22 17 7 51 114 117 Dallas 46 22 20 4 48 129 136 Phoenix 46 20 18 8 48 116 123 Calgary 47 19 24 4 42 127 157 Edmonton 46 17 22 7 41 112 131 Nashville 47 16 22 9 41 110 136 Colorado 46 15 24 7 37 110 145

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CUBS 4, MARLINS 3

BULLS NOTES

Valbuena’s homer Noah’s hustle lifts Cubs to a win appreciated by all The ASSOCIATED PRESS MIAMI – Luis Valbuena hit a tie-breaking solo home run in the ninth inning to lift the Cubs to a 4-3 win over the Miami Marlins on Thursday night.

The Marlins fell to 5-17, which matches the worst start in franchise history through 22 games according to STATS, Inc.. Miami had the same record in 1995.

Shawn Camp (1-1) pitched the eighth and Carlos Marmol got the final three outs for his second save in four opportunities.

Nate Schierholtz doubled and homered for the Cubs, who scored the final three runs of the game.

Valbuena put the first pitch he saw from Steve Cishek (1-3) into the Marlins’ bullpen in right-center field with two outs in the ninth breaking a 3-all tie.

Marmol walked Donovan Solano to begin the bottom of the ninth and Austin Kearns lined a single to left to put Solano in scoring position with

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Giancarlo Stanton struck out to end the game handing the Marlins their fourth loss in the past five games.

Schierholtz tied the score at 3 in the sixth with a solo home run down off Kevin Slowey the right-field line hitting the foul pole just over the fence. It was his third home run of the season.

Slowey allowed three runs and five hits in six innings.

He struck out six as he threw 76 of 114 pitches for strikes.

Cubs starter Edwin Jackson also allowed three runs and five hits in six innings while striking out four and walking four.

Sale combines on 5-hitter, Sox win CHICAGO – Chris Sale overcame a shaky first inning to combine with two relievers on a five-hitter, and Adam Dunn homered to lead the White Sox over the Tampa Bay Rays, 5-2, on Thursday night.

Desmond Jennings walked leading off the game and scored and scored on Evan Longoria’s single, but Sale (22) settled down and won for the first time since Opening Day. He allowed two runs and four hits in seven innings, struck out seven and worked around four walks.

CHICAGO – Hustle plays and good energy never go unnoticed or underappreciated by Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau.

Those intangibles are part of the reason center Joakim Noah is so valuable to the Bulls, even as he’s hampered by plantar fasciitis in his right foot. While Noah has said he should have rested more during the regular season, he is playing through the pain. A less mature Noah might not have been able to handle the setback, however, Thibodeau deflected any recognition for Noah’s maturation since the Bulls drafted him in 2007.

“I think [it’s] him having a better understanding of the NBA and what it takes, how to manage a season,” Thibodeau said. “He’s a very bright kid and he works hard. I think he’ll continue to improve as long as he continues to approach it that way.”

Thibodeau said before the game that he planned to limit Noah to 20-25 minutes, and he

logged 27:03 in the Bulls’ 79-76 win. However, Noah struggled from the field, going 0 for 7 from the field with one point and eight rebounds. Nets coach P.J. Carlesimo credited Noah for playing despite a serious injury.

“He’s such an aggressive player, he’s such a talent, he’s such a competitor that I’m not surprised when he plays well,” Carlesimo said. “I just think he’s an excellent player, and he’s one of the best competitors in the league. So when he does anything good, that doesn’t surprise me.”

Boos greet Watson: Coming off a solid Game 2 performance against his former team, Nets guard C.J. Watson returned to the United Center with Brooklyn needing contributions off the bench.

The 21,672 fans at the United Center on Thursday weren’t thrilled to see Watson, greeting him with boos when he checked into the game with less than three minutes left in the third quarter.

Keith Bogans, who played for the Bulls in 2011, was also in uniform for the Nets.

Age on defense remains

WHITE SOX 5, RAYS 2

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Sale has 31 strikeouts in five appearances against the Rays. He is 11-3 with a 2.26 ERA at home in 17 starts dating to the beginning of the 2012 season.

Matt Lindstrom worked a scoreless eighth, then Addison Reed pitched the ninth for his seventh save in seven chances for the Sox.

• BEARS Continued from page B1 flexibility in the draft with two big concerns addressed.

They lured Bushrod from New Orleans with a five-year deal, adding a Pro Bowl left tackle to a beleaguered offensive line and finally giving Jay Cutler the protection he needs on his blind side. They added a playmaker at tight end in Bennett and signed former New York Jets guard Matt Slauson.

They’ll have two new starting linebackers alongside perennial Pro Bowl pick Lance Briggs with D.J. Williams replacing Urlacher in the middle and James Anderson taking over for the departed Nick Roach on the strong side.

All that comes after they collapsed for the second straight year after a promising start.

But for all their moves, there

still were some major question marks hovering over the team as the draft approached.

The list started with the offensive line. Age on defense remains an issue even if that group ranked among the league’s best a year ago, with Briggs, defensive end Julius Peppers and cornerback Charles Tillman in their 30s.

Most of their major new additions are on one-year deals, and then there’s the matter of Cutler and his future. He’s entering the final year of his contract, meaning the Bears could have a tough decision to make, particularly if he has a run-ofthe-mill season. Complicating matters is the Bears have no heir apparent in place.

They might also want to bring in a receiver who can stretch the field and take some of the pressure off Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffery.

GP W L OT Pts GF GA z-Pittsburgh 47 35 12 0 70 157 116 x-Boston 46 28 13 5 61 127 102 y-Washington 47 26 18 3 55 146 128 x-Montreal 47 28 14 5 61 145 125 x-Toronto 47 26 16 5 57 144 129 x-Ottawa 46 24 16 6 54 111 100 x-N.Y. Rangers 47 25 18 4 54 126 112 x-N.Y. Islanders47 24 17 6 54 138 137 -----------------------------------------------------Winnipeg 48 24 21 3 51 128 144 New Jersey 47 19 18 10 48 112 125 Philadelphia 47 22 22 3 47 131 140 Buffalo 47 20 21 6 46 123 142 Carolina 47 19 24 4 42 125 152 Tampa Bay 47 18 25 4 40 145 145 Florida 47 14 27 6 34 107 168 x-clinched playoff spot; y-clinched division; z-clinched conference Two points for a win, one point for OT loss Thursday’s Results Philadelphia 2, N.Y. Islanders 1 Ottawa 2, Washington 1, OT N.Y. Rangers 4, Carolina 3, OT New Jersey 3, Pittsburgh 2 Toronto 4, Florida 0 Detroit 5, Nashville 2 Boston 2, Tampa Bay 0 Montreal 4, Winnipeg 2 St. Louis 4, Calgary 1 Columbus at Dallas (n) Anaheim at Vancouver (n) Today’s Games Calgary at Blackhawks, 7:30 p.m.

N.Y. Islanders at Buffalo, 6 p.m.

Edmonton at Minnesota, 7 p.m.

Colorado at Phoenix, 9 p.m.

MLB AMERICAN LEAGUE Central Division W L Pct 11 8 .579 10 10 .500 9 9 .500 9 12 .429 8 11 .421 East Division W L Pct Boston 15 7 .682 Baltimore 12 9 .571 New York 12 9 .571 Tampa Bay 10 12 .455 Toronto 9 14 .391 West Division W L Pct Texas 15 7 .682 Oakland 13 9 .591 Los Angeles 8 12 .400 Seattle 8 15 .348 Houston 7 15 .318 Kansas City Detroit Minnesota White Sox Cleveland

GB — 1½ 1½ 3 3 GB — 2½ 2½ 5 6½ GB — 2 6 7½ 8

Thursday’s Results White Sox 5, Tampa Bay 2 Kansas City 8, Detroit 3 (10 inn.)

Boston 7, Houston 2 N.Y. Yankees 5, Toronto 3 Texas 2, Minnesota 1 Baltimore at Oakland (n) L.A. Angels at Seattle (n) Today’s Games Tampa Bay (Ro.Hernandez 1-3) at White Sox (Peavy 2-1), 7:10 p.m.

Atlanta at Detroit, 6:05 p.m.

Toronto at N.Y. Yankees, 6:05 p.m.

Houston at Boston, 6:10 p.m.

Cleveland at Kansas City, 7:10 p.m.

Texas at Minnesota, 7:10 p.m.

Baltimore at Oakland, 9:05 p.m.

L.A. Angels at Seattle, 9:10 p.m.

NATIONAL LEAGUE Central Division W L Pct GB 13 8 .619 — 13 9 .591 ½ 13 10 .565 1 11 9 .550 1½ 7 14 .333 6 East Division W L Pct GB Atlanta 15 6 .714 — Washington 11 11 .500 4½ New York 10 10 .500 4½ Philadelphia 9 14 .391 7 Miami 5 17 .227 10½ West Division W L Pct GB Colorado 14 7 .667 — San Francisco 13 9 .591 1½ Arizona 12 9 .571 2 Los Angeles 10 11 .476 4 San Diego 6 15 .286 8

St. Louis Pittsburgh Cincinnati Milwaukee Cubs

Thursday’s Results Cubs 4, Miami 3 Pittsburgh 6, Philadelphia 4 L.A. Dodgers 3, N.Y. Mets 2 Washington 8, Cincinnati 1 Colorado at Arizona (n) Today’s Games Cubs (Feldman 0-3) at Miami (LeBlanc 0-3), 6:10 p.m.

Atlanta at Detroit, 6:05 p.m.

Cincinnati at Washington, 6:05 p.m.

Philadelphia at N.Y. Mets, 6:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh at St. Louis, 7:15 p.m.

Colorado at Arizona, 8:40 p.m.

Milwaukee at L.A. Dodgers, 9:10 p.m.

San Francisco at San Diego, 9:10 p.m.

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Spartans getting healthy at right time

By STEVE NITZ

A closer look at the prep softball scene

SPOTLIGHT ON ...

DANI CLARK Hiawatha, senior, pitcher Clark earned the win in the second game of a doubleheader against Indian Creek on Wednesday and also went 3 for 5 at the plate with a home run.

WHAT TO WATCH FOR Marengo at Genoa-Kingston, 4:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday The Cogs couldn’t find a victory in their two games against Burlington Central. Can they get a win against another Big Northern East power?

Kaneland at Yorkville, 4:30 p.m. Thursday Big game in the Northern Illinois Big 12 East race.

POWER RANKINGS 1. DeKalb (13-4, 3-2 Northern Illinois Big 12 East) Barbs are a good hitting team that can keep opponents off the board as well.

2. Kaneland (11-2, 4-1 NI Big 12 East) Knights entered Thursday’s game against DeKalb in the thick of the conference race.

3. Genoa-Kingston (8-3, 3-2 Big Northern East) Cogs with two huge games against Marengo next week.

4. Sycamore (6-11, 2-5 NI Big 12 East) Jill Carpenter’s team is getting healthy at the right time.

5. Hiawatha (5-6, 5-5 Little Ten Conference) One of Hiawatha’s strengths is its pitching depth.

6. Indian Creek (3-9, 3-9 LTC) Timberwolves suffered a tough doubleheader sweep against Hiawatha this week.

snitz@shawmedia.com Northern Illinois Big 12 East play hasn’t been too kind to the Sycamore softball team so far.

The Spartans entered Thursday’s game against Rochelle with one victory, but Sycamore hasn’t been at 100 percent.

Junior infielder Lyndsey Coddington just returned to the lineup after being out with mono, and catcher Becca Schroeder, a four-year starter, is back on the field after missing some time with an ankle injury.

On top of that, senior pitcher Abby Foulk has been ill, while another pitcher, junior Taylor Zak, was hit in the quad with a line drive recently.

“As soon as we get two back, it seems like we have two others go down,” Sycamore coach Jill Carpenter said. “But we’ve had kids step up, and that’s the name of the game.”

One player who helped the Spartans in Wednesday’s 6-0 win over Ottawa was freshman Jordyn Schultz. Schultz never had hit leadoff before, but took over that spot and went 3 for 4.

Erik Anderson for Shaw Media With Foulk and Zak unavailable, McKSycamore’s Jordyn Schultz throws to first base during the enna Marcinkowski stepped into the circle Spartans’ game against DeKalb on April 11 at the Huntley and gave up only three hits while earning Middle School park softball field. The Spartans lost, 3-1. the win.

“She did a really nice job [Wednesday], so that was encouraging,” Carpenter said.

Sycamore has had a tough go of things so far, but Carpenter expects the veteran Foulk to be back soon, and it looks like the Spartans are getting healthy at the right time.

“You’d like to think that way,” Carpenter said. “We’ve got a lot of losses on our record, I understand that, but six of them have been by two runs or less.”

Cogs comfortable with Engel, Ullmark Genoa-Kingston coach Mike Lauer has two pitchers he can easily count on – senior Danielle Engel and sophomore Baylie Ullmark.

Each has a different style. Lauer describes Engel as more of a power pitcher, with Ullmark being one who can fool hitters with offspeed stuff.

G-K has been mixing them up, sometimes throwing both during a game. Lauer is trying to figure out what will work for the postseason, but right now he said he feels confident with either one in the circle.

“We feel pretty good about having two pitchers,” Lauer said. “During the game, we’ve been able to throw both and give them a different look.”

Path to regional title for Sycamore, G-K daunting On May 25, one team will hoist a championship plaque after winning the Class 3A Sycamore Regional.

Whoever holds up that plaque will have earned it.

For starters, one of the five teams competing that week is Marengo, the 2011 Class 3A state champion and last year’s 3A runner-up. Then there’s Burlington Central, which won a regional last season after a wild offensive affair with DeKalb, and Hampshire, which plays in the bigger Fox Valley Conference.

well to win a championship.”

Maybe Burlington Central and Marengo will be considered the favorites. However, the two local squads still aren’t pushovers.

Sycamore might have had only The path to a regional title five wins entering Thursday’s certainly won’t be easy for area game against Rochelle, but the teams Sycamore and GenoaSpartans haven’t been playing Kingston. The Cogs are playing with a full lineup. G-K had a 7-3 their first season in Class 3A. record as of Wednesday, and has “It’s a tough regional, but we played Central close twice, allike that. It’s going to be a good though both contests ended with one here,” G-K coach Mike Lauer the Cogs on the wrong end of the said. “I know Sycamore’s a solid scoreboard. team. You’re going to have to play With the way the IHSA splits

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up its regionals, there always is going to be some, no matter what the sport, that seem a little more loaded.

You can put this year’s Class 3A Sycamore regional in that category.

“It should be good,” Spartans coach Jill Carpenter said.

“You’ve got to like what Marengo puts out there, and Burlington Central had a good year last year and they have a lot of kids back.”

• Steve Nitz is a staff writer for the Daily Chronicle. He can be reached at snitz@shawmedia.com.

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Sycamore sophomore Lilia Edwards clears a hurdle during track practice Monday at Sycamore High School.

Edwards has shown early in the season that she might just carry on the legacy of all-state athletes at Sycamore, receiving the torch from Lake Kwaza, who graduated last year.

SYCAMORE GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD

Edwards a natural hurdler Coach sees potential for sophomore to be all-state

By ANTHONY ZILIS sports@daily-chronicle.com SYCAMORE – Sycamore girls track and field coach Joe McCormick knew right away that Lilia Edwards had a chance to be a special hurdler when he saw her run last year as a freshman.

Her speed and her performance in the IESA track and field meet in middle school showed plenty, but when McCormick saw her run, he saw that her 6-foot frame and her long stride made her an ideal hurdler.

In the hurdling events, taking three steps between hurdles is ideal. For many athletes, this means lengthening their strides. But with Edwards’ long legs, she naturally could take three steps from hurdle to hurdle without breaking stride.

“She can three-step consistently for the full 100 meters, and that, I think, is rare for a sophomore,” McCormick said.

“She’s tall, she has powerful legs, and she’s just a strong, strong girl.”

In her freshman season, Edwards was part of Sycamore’s 4x100 relay team that went to the state meet. She also found

some success in the hurdles.

But after struggling through injuries in 2012, she has shown early in the season that she might just carry on the legacy of all-state athletes at Sycamore, receiving the torch from Lake Kwaza, who graduated last year.

At the Prep Top Times meet, an invite-only meet with the state’s best athletes, she finished 11th in the 60-meter hurdles and eighth in the triple jump, an event in which she didn’t compete last season. In last Saturday’s meet, Edwards surpassed the state-qualifying standard in the triple jump with a leap of 34 feet, 10 inches.

She also competed in the long jump, triple jump and 300 hurdles.

“The indoor season was pretty good, but in the outdoor season I really think I turned a corner,” Edwards said. “Last year, I definitely felt I was more of a hurdler. But this year, with triple jump, I’m not really sure. It’s kind of changed a little this year.”

McCormick said he doesn’t think Edwards has even tapped her potential in the 300 hurdles, which he thinks might eventually be her best event.

The race is a test of endurance for hurdlers, and McCormick isn’t sure if Edwards wants to commit herself to the event just yet.

“We really think she could own the 300 hurdles. She’s still reluctant to make that move,” McCormick said. “Because of her long stride and because the hurdles are even lower, I think she could really attack it and take control of it if she wanted.”

McCormick is being careful not to over-tax Edwards in jumping events that put stress on her legs, so four-event meets like Saturday won’t happen often. But McCormick thinks that, come sectionals, she’ll have a legitimate shot to qualify for the state meet in the long jump, triple jump and 100 hurdles.

After qualifying as part of a team last year, McCormick is thankful to have Edwards healthy enough to compete to her full potential.

“Last year she was kind of banged up in the indoor (season), so we never really got a chance to see her,” McCormick said. “I’m grateful in the sense that she’s still looking strong and she’s healthy. She’s attacking the boards and attacking the hurdles.”

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Sycamore baseball pulls away from Rochelle

By DAILY CHRONICLE STAFF sports@daily-chronicle.com Sycamore baseball broke open a tie game late with four runs in both the sixth and seventh innings for a 10-2 win over Rochelle on Thursday.

Colin Eggleson pitched six innings and gave up two runs to get the win while striking out seven.

Davey Scholz was 4 for 5 and Nathan Haacker was 3 for 5 with two doubles. Alec Kozak had three RBIs and Michael Swanberg scored three runs.

The Spartans (13-4, 6-1 NI Big 12 East) play Rochelle at 4:30 p.m. today at home.

Barbs fall to Morris: DeKalb lost, 9-4, to Morris at home.

Pat Aves was 2 for 3 with a run and an RBI and Jake Kuykendall was 1 for 3 with a home run.

DeKalb falls to 6-10, including 1-5 in the NI Big 12 East.

T’wolves rally: Indian Creek came back from a late deficit for a 11-7 win over Newark.

Dylan Martenson was 2 for 4 with an RBI while Chris Pickwell went

2 for 3. David Boehne threw five innings and gave up two earned runs.

David Emmanuel got the save with two scoreless innings for Indian Creek (6-6-1, 5-5-1 Little Ten).

“We did a nice job of bouncing back from a 5-2 deficit in the fifth inning,” Indian Creek coach Joe Piekarz said.

the road.

Megan McConnell had a grand slam while Paige Keegan was 4 for 4 with a triple and two doubles.

Kate Thurlby got the win, allowing zero hits and striking out 2 batters.

scoring with a penalty kick eight minutes in and Viviana Beltra scored two unassisted goals in the first half.

Abbey Rasmussen assisted Nicole Hebel’s goal in the second half to cap the scoring for G-K (4-9, 2-5 Big Northern Conference East).

Mack Carls won the discus (138-8) and took second in the shot put while T.J. Gavin won the110 hurdles (18.77) and was third in 300 hurdles. Zach McNanna placed second in both the 110 and 300 hurdles, and tied for second in the high jump.

GIRLS TRACK BOYS TENNIS GIRLS SOCCER Hoffman wins hurdles: HinckDeKalb beats Rochelle: The Barbs Royals take down Princeton: De-

SOFTBALL spite having only 12 players dressed, won its second consecutive dual meet ley-Big Rock’s Katie Hoffman won the 300-meter hurdles (57.06 seconds) Sycamore downs Rochelle: The Hinckley-Big Rock scored two goals with a 4-1 win over Rochelle.

Spartans’ balanced offensive attack buoyed Sycamore to a 12-2 win over Rochelle in five innings.

McKenna Marcinkowski allowed only three hits and struck out four in five innings. Jordyn Shultz was 2 for 4 with a double and five RBIs while Brittany Huber was 2 for 2 with a home run and two RBIs. Lyndsey Coddington was 1 for 2 with a triple and an RBI and both Tristyn Criswell and Marcinkowski had one hit and an RBI. Sycamore (6-11, 2-5 NI Big 12 East) plays at Jacobs in a doubleheader Saturday.

Cogs dominate: Genoa-Kingston downed Rockford Christian, 24-0, on

in the final 10 minutes for a 3-1 victory over Princeton.

Andrea Binkley scored in the first half, assisted by Jacqueline Madden, and Anne Klein’s game-winner went into the side netting with 9:15 remaining in the second half. Madden scored less than three minutes later to clinch the win.

H-BR (7-5-2) plays at Aurora Central Catholic at 4:30 p.m. today in a preview of the top two seeds in the H-BR Regional.

Cogs shut out Marengo: G e noa-Kingston bounced back for a 4-0 win over Marengo at home.

Shannon Schumacher opened the

Matt Kulma and Phil Henrickson scored straight-set wins in the singles spots.

Nick Sablich and Ben Hart won a tough two-setter at No. 2 doubles while Nick Seldal and Logan Parsons combined to win at No. 3 doubles.

and took third in the 100 hurdles at Seneca’s six-team meet.

Kristen Clark took second in the 1600 and third in the 800.

WEDNESDAY’S LATE RESULTS BOYS TENNIS DeKalb downs Belvidere: The Barbs

defeated Belvidere, 4-1, behind a BOYS TRACK Weissinger doubles up: Hinck- sweep from its two singles players. ley-Big Rock’s Bill Weissinger won the high jump (6-0) and 400 meters (53.31) at Seneca’s six-team meet. Jared Madden won 300 hurdles (43.84) while Christian Johnsen won the long jump (19-4½) and tied for second in high jump.

No. 1 singles player Matt Kulma won, 6-1, 6-0, while Phil Henrickson won, 6-1, 6-1, at No. 2 singles.

Chuck White and Zhouri Ni won in three sets at No. 2 doubles while Nick Seldal and Logan Parsons won in straight sets at No. 3 doubles.

Former Huskies playing waiting game Newport holds Kaneland scoreless • HUSKIES Continued from page B1 After his pro day workout, Schepler said he thinks he has a chance to get a shot in the NFL. “I think the moment where I thought this could actually happen was pro day, because I had a really good pro day and was excited after that. ...

I was like, this day could actually happen,” he said. “That’s when it kind of started to settle in.”

This weekend, Schepler and the rest of NIU’s hopefuls will play the waiting game. If they aren’t selected, they’ll be ready for the free-agent offers.

Progar and Baxter are in the same position as Schepler.

Both were defensive ends at NIU – Baxter was second in the Mid-American Conference with 9.5 sacks, and Progar was third with 8.5, but both could end up being outside linebackers, more likely in a 3-4 system.

Current San Diego Chargers outside linebacker Larry English played defensive end at NIU before being picked 16th overall in 2009 as a linebacker.

After a long offseason full of workouts, Progar is ready to get back on the field. He’s used to finishing up spring football around this time.

“What we do is love to play football, and I haven’t had the opportunity to play in so long,” Progar said. “I just miss being around the team atmosphere.”

At pro day, Baxter said he thought he had a good effort.

He also has worked out for the Patriots and participated in the Bears’ local pro day.

Baxter ran an unofficial 4.68 40-yard dash at NIU’s pro day.

“It was good,” he said. “I worked extremely hard for a couple months just for one day, just to let it all out.”

Moore said going into his senior year, if he did what he did in 2011, when he had 747 yards

and seven touchdowns, there would be no doubt he could land on an NFL roster. In 2012, Moore didn’t disappoint, catching 75 passes for 1,083 yards and 13 touchdowns. The San Antonio product ended his career second on the school’s all-time list in receiving yards (2,544) and touchdown catches (24).

“You can’t complain about going over 1,000 yards and becoming second (in receiving yards) in history,” Moore said.

“It was a great year. Went to a BCS bowl, did a lot of things for the school that made history.”

Moore has worked out for Denver and San Francisco and has visited the Bears, Colts, Seahawks and Texans.

Now, Moore and the rest of NIU’s hopefuls have done all they can control.

With the draft here, it’s the end of a long, once-in-a-lifetime experience.

“You dream of it as a kid,” Ashford said. “Going through it now is unbelievable.”

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DEKALB 1 BEDROOM Available Immediatley! Close to NIU, Free heat & water, quiet lifestyle. Varsity Square Apts.

815-756-9554 www.glencoproperties.com

Chamberlain Park Apts Office - 1705 Longwood Dr. Sycamore, IL. 60178 Complex Located at 201-205 W. 2nd St. Genoa, IL. 60135 1-815-899-9450 We are Accepting Applications * Low Security Deposit * Washer/Dryer Coin Machines * We Pay Water, Trash & Sewer * Close to School & Stores We have 1 Apt Available Immediately and we will have a 2BR & 3BR Available.

Managed by P.P.M. L.L.C of IL. “This institution is an Equal Opportuntiy Provider and Employer”

COUNTRY VIEW APARTMENTS 1 & 2 bd apts available. $550$625 Clean Quiet country setting, close to downtown Genoa. Lots of updates. Call 815-784-4606

DeKalb - Large Quiet 2BR

Newly remodeled, near NIU. Parking/heat/water incl, W/D, C/A. 815-238-0118

DEKALB - SPACIOUS MARKET APARTMENTS

Lease, deposit, ref, no pets.

DEKALB Spacious upper level 2BR. $650/mo incl heat. Elec, water not incl. Req 1st/last mos+sec.

No pets. 815-751-2937

DeKalb Upstairs 1BR, $450.

Stove, fridge, heat and water incl.

No pets/smoking. 815-298-0423

DEKALB ~ 1 BEDROOM APT Quiet building across from park.

Laundry facilities on site, $545.00 + electric. 815-827-3271

DEKALB ~ 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Large kitchen, eat in counter, large living/dining area, W/D. No smkg/pets, $1000/mo. Partial handicap access. 815-970-0189 DeKalb. 3BR, 1BA Duplex. Bsmnt.

W/D. Garage. Hardwood floors through out. Patio. $900/mo.

815-508-7138 DeKalb. 3BR. New carpet & refinished hardwood floors. New appls.

Near NIU campus. $850/mo+utils.

815-501-5839 GENOA LARGE 1BR Off-St parking, appls, W/D, garbage. No pets. $570/mo+sec.

815-761-1975 Genoa. 1BR, freshly painted, new carpet. All appls, A/C. Quiet neighborhood. Off street parking. $525/mo. 815-751-5201

Genoa~Country View Apts.

Now leasing 1 & 2 Bedroom All remodeled, new appl, carpet.

Large Apts, Country Lifestyle.

815-784-4606 ~ 815-758-6580

N. Grove Crossing - Plank Rd. 2.5BA, A/C, W/D, full basement.

2 car, $1300. 630-416-0076

Sycamore Meadows Apt. 1705 Longwood Dr., Sycamore, Il. 60178 815-899-9450 We are accepting applications for our waiting lists! We have one 1BR Apt available.a immediately. Low Sec Dep. * Rental Assistance maybe available. * Security Building * 24 Hr. Maintenancee Emerg #'s * Washer/Dryer Coin Machines * We Pay Water, Trash & Sewer

“62 years of age or older or handicapped/disabled regardless of age”.

Managed by P.P.M. L.L.C. of IL. “This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer”

Laundry facilities, yard, parking. $750/mo + electric, incl water and garbage. 630-359-3474

KIRKLAND UPPER 2 BEDROOM

Near the heart of NIU. Incl gas and forced air heat. Off street parking, lush grounds, on site laundry room. Outdoor pool, tennis and basketball courts, patios and balconies. Cats OK.

Malta: quiet, upper 2BR, appl., laundry, A/C, extra storage, NO PETS 815-751-0480 ROCHELLE 2 BEDROOM Available now. Remodeled, clean and quiet, $550/mo.

815-758-6580 ~ 815-901-3346

Sycamore Open Floor Plan 2BR, laundry on site, D/W, A/C. Off St. parking, cats OK, $625/mo.

815-756-2064 Sycamore. 1BR. Large, quiet, clean. 1st floor. Heat furnished. $620/mo. No pets.

815-973-8290 DEKALB / SUMMIT ENCLAVE TH 2 BR, 2.5 BA, 2 C. Gar., Avail.

July 1, End Unit. $1,150/mo.

EMAIL: FJK88@MSN.COM

DEKALB 2BR TH KNOLLS SUBDIVISION 2 bath, appliances. W/D, A/C, 2 car garage, $950/mo.

815-758-5588 www.rentdekalb.com DeKalb Golf Course Community 3BR TH, 2.5BA, gar, front porch.

All appliances, very nice, no pets. $1100/mo. 815-761-8639 www.dekalb-rental.com

DeKalb/Summit Enclave 2BR

DeKalb – 1148 ½ Market St. 2 BD upper apt. 1st/sec dep. $600 month 815-756-6201

Sycamore 2BR - Mature Lifestyle Nice, quiet & sunny. Off St parking.

No smoking/dogs. On-site laundry.

Call Kris @ 815-501-1872

Condo Incl all appl, 2 car garage.

No pets/smkg, $950/mo + sec.

Available May 1st. 815-501-1378

DEKALB 1BR & 2BR

SYCAMORE 2BR DUPLEX

A/C, W/D, all appl, basement, large deck, garage. No pets/ No smoking. $1250/mo. Avail 6/1 630-232-2054 ~ 630-567-2054

Available now, variety of locations.

Appliances, clean and quiet.

815-758-6580

Updated, washer/dryer, large yard, garage. $760/mo + security.

630-479-4577

DeKalb 3BR, 1.5BA, Cul-De-Sac All appliances, new kit, c/a, bsmt.

2 car garage, garbage/water incl. $1200/mo + sec. 815-557-4425 Dekalb: Knolls, 1200 sq ft ranch, 3BR, 2BA, all appl., C/A, bsmnt, lndry hookup, 2 car attch. gar No pets/ smoke $1000/mo. 815-464-8646

GENOA 3BR, 2BA All appl incl, 1 car garage. Large yard, $950/mo. 847-502-8402 Genoa: 2BR, 1.5 BA, C/A, all appls, sewer, water incl. 1 car garage. $900/mo+sec. No pets.

Avail now. 815-693-8378

Sycamore Large 3BR Duplex Quiet,1.5BA with off St. parking. $925/mo+elec & water. No pets.

Avail May 15th 815-761-3917

DeKalb Updated 3BR 1.5BA. Stove, fridge, D/W, C/A. Large garage. 815-758-0079

DEKALB ~ 3BR, 1.5BA

KIRKLAND NICE 3 BEDROOM

No pets/smoking. $550/mo + dep and utilities. 815-761-5574 Or 779-774-3042 ~ Lv Message

815-758-7859

Sycamore Nice 2BR + Loft TH

DeKalb Quiet 1, 2 & 3BR

Starting @ $432,1BR $599, 2BR, $683, 3BR

University Village Apts.

722 N. Annie Glidden Rd.

Sycamore 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Near downtown/schools, W/D. Full bsmt, garage, no dogs/smkg. $960 + utilities. 630-450-5372

ST. CHARLES 2BR,1.5BA

W/D, C/A, $1000/mo + security.

Pets OK, available June 1st.

630-309-7602 DeKalb- 2 Bedroom $750 +utilities. Across from park.

Lease/security & references 815-758-7990 Dekalb: 3-4BR, 3BA laundry, 3 car garage, fenced yard, $1350+ utilities avail 6/15 815-375-0582

Geneva Great Location!

2BR, 2 bath, appliances, W/D, no pets/smoking, 2 car garage. $1600/mo + sec, available now.

630-845-8566

Kingston: 4BR farmhouse, newly remodeled, no pets, $1200/mo.

815-758-3202 Before 9pm

Lake Holiday Waterfront 3BR

Pets OK, $1275/mo.

Lrg 3BR house, 3 car gar, $1,550.

773-510-3643 ~ 815-509-7975 SYCAMORE ROOM Available immediately.

Utilities included. $75/Wk. 630-426-9806 Sycamore. 22X29' Shop/Storage 9' overhead door. $400/mo. Heat & Electric incl.

J&A RE 815-970-0679 GENEVA, ELGIN, OFFICE / WAREHOUSE, 1500 sf.

10x12 overhead door.

For sale/lease, $1200/mo.

Dearborn, 630-894-1277 ext 11

• BARBS Continued from page B1 “I kept moving pitches around,” Kuefler said. “I know a couple of the players from playing them in summer ball, so I kind of know where their weaknesses are.”

The Barbs rallied for three in the sixth as Morgan Newport doubled home Hannah Walter and Lindsey Costliow. Sarah Friedlund then scored on an error to cut the deficit to one.

Newport, who relieved Kowalski for the final two innings, held Kaneland scoreless in the seventh and the Barbs threatened with Sabrina Killeen on second and nobody out. But the rally quickly dissipated when Killeen was called out trying to advance to third on an infield groundout.

Monica Maschak – mmaschak@shawmedia.com

Kaneland’s Ellissa Eckert releases a pitch during Thursday’s game at DeKalb High School. The Knights beat the Barbs, 4-3.

Costliow finished 2 for 3 with a double while Newport was also 2 for 3 with two RBIs. Kuefler was 3 for 4 with three RBIs and a run scored, and O’Herron

was 2 for 3 with a double.

“It was a huge game,” Kuefler said. “DeKalb is one of our rivals, so it was a big game for us.”

Faith

SECTION C Friday, April 26, 2013 Daily Chronicle

Features editor Inger Koch • ikoch@shawmedia.com

AP photo

Sue Haff (right) a member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Boston, greets a man arriving at Temple Israel, which allowed the Trinity congregation to hold its service on Sunday.

Trinity is within the blocked-off area near the finish line of the Boston Marathon, where earlier in the week two bombs exploded.

Boston faithful come together for prayer, worship

By MEGHAN BARR and STEVE PEOPLES The Associated Press

F

our glowing white pillar candles illuminated photographs of the people killed in bombing-connected violence in the Boston area last week as the city sought comfort in religious services on the first Sunday after the blasts plunged the community into days of chaos.

The photographs showing the faces of 8-year-old Martin Richard, 23-year-old Lu Lingzi, 29-year-old Krystle Campbell and 26-year-old Sean Collier, a police officer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, were propped up on the altar at Boston’s Cathedral of the Holy Cross, where Roman Catholic Cardinal Sean Patrick O’Malley spoke about the city’s pain and looked ahead to its spiritual recovery.

“Everyone has been profoundly affected by this wanton violence and destruction inflicted upon our community by two young men unknown to all of us,” said O’Malley, speaking to a crowd of mourners that included Boston Police Commissioner Edward Davis, who sat in the front row of the cavernous cathedral with other elected officials. “It’s very difficult to understand what was going on in their heads. What demons were operating, what ideologies or politics, or the perversions of their religion.”

Two Muslim brothers from Russia, 19-year-old Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and his 26-year-old brother, Tamerlan, are suspected in the Boston Marathon bombings. Their motive remains unclear. The older brother was killed during a getaway attempt, while the younger brother was captured April

19 after a gunfight with police and remains in a hospital.

Along the barricade that has become a shrine near the marathon finish line, hundreds of people sang hymns and prayed beneath a brilliant blue sky.

“Guide my feet while I run this race,” they sang.

Bouquets of flowers, small white crosses and American flags are piled at the makeshift memorial, where people have been gathering to pay their respects ever since the explosions.

Susan Ackley, a priest at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church a few blocks from the blast site, said religious leaders had visited the area “to clear the air and to bless it.” She encouraged people to forgive the perpetrators, noting that her congregation had prayed for the suspect who had been killed and the other who remains in police custody.

“Instantaneous forgiveness, I think, is impossible,” she said. “That’s not what needs to happen.

But I think it is the role of the churches and the synagogues to try to hold this community of human beings together.”

O’Malley echoed that sentiment, exhorting the congregation to keep the spirit of community generosity alive – and to spread love, not hate.

“We must be people of reconciliation, not revenge,” he said. “The crimes of two young men must not be the justification for prejudice against Muslims or against immigrants.”

Kelly McKernan, who lives just a few blocks from the bombing site, was crying as she stood outside the cathedral, where people were hugging on the sidewalk.

“I hope we can all heal and move forward,” she

said. “And obviously, the Mass today was a first step for us in that direction.”

Because it is located within the bombing crime scene, Boston’s historic Trinity Episcopal Church could not host services on Sunday. But the congregation was invited by Temple Israel to worship at their synagogue instead.

The FBI allowed church officials to enter the darkened church Saturday to gather the priests’ robes and the wine and bread.

The temple isn’t far from the hospital where the younger bombing suspect was being treated.

At least one man wore his blue Boston Marathon jacket with its gold unicorn symbol embroidered on the back.

“It’s just really great to have a space that’s safe and open and there’s light,” said Jonathan Ralton, who was volunteering handing out medals and Mylar capes after runners crossed the finish line last week. “You know, God is here. God is with us, wherever we gather. And so I’m just grateful that we have a place to gather and can celebrate.”

At the synagogue, Trinity’s Rev. Samuel T. Lloyd III offered a prayer for “those who must rebuild their lives without the legs that they ran and walked on last week.”

“So where is God when the terrorists do their work?” Lloyd asked. “God is there, holding us and sustaining us. God is in the pain the victims are suffering, and the healing that will go on. God is with us as we try still to build a just world: a world where there will not be terrorists doing their terrible damage.”

Associated Press writer Allen G. Breed contributed to this report.

CHURCH BULLETIN

Page C2 • Friday, April 26, 2013 DEKALB Baptist Campus Ministry 449 Normal Road www.niu.edu/student_orgs/judson 815-756-2131 judson@niu.edu Pastors: Dwight and Rene Gorbold Bethlehem Lutheran (ELCA) 1915 N. First St. BethlehemDeKalb.org 815-758-3203 belcdekalb@comcast.net Pastors: Dan Wynard Worship schedule: 8:45 and 11 a.m. Sunday; 9:45 a.m. coffee and fellowship; 10 a.m. Sunday school; 10:10 a.m. adult Sunday forum Highlight of the week: The Rev. Schmeelcke, from Food for the Poor, will help Pastor Dan conduct both services on Sunday. He also will take part in the Adult Sunday Forum at 10:15. A special congregational meeting will be held at 10 a.m. to discuss the Call Process.

Cathedral of Praise 1126 S. First St. www.dekalbcop.org 815-758-6557 ericwyzard@dekalbcop.org Pastor: Eric Wyzard Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday; 7 p.m. Bible study Wednesday.

Christ Community Church (DeKalb Campus) 1600 E. Lincoln Highway www.ccclife.org 815-787-6161 Worship schedule: 5 p.m. Saturday; 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday Church of Christ, Scientist 220 N. Third St. 815-787-3792 jocelyn.green2@frontier.com Pastors: King James Bible, “Science and Health With Key to the Scriptures” by Mary Baker Eddy The message: “Everlasting Punishment” Worship schedule: 10 a.m. church and Sunday school services; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday testimony meetings Highlight of the week: The Christian Science Reading Room is open noon to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays. The public is welcome to come in and browse.

Community of Christ 1200 S. Malta Road www.chicagomissioncenter.org 815-756-1963 roger@hintzsche.com Pastor: Roger Hintzsche Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school Congregation Beth Shalom 820 Russell Road www.bethshalomdekalb.org 815-756-1010 info@bethshalomdekalb.org Rabbi: Maralee Gordon DeKalb Christian 1107 S. First St. www.forministry.com/USILCCACCDCC1 815-758-1833 tomndcc@aol.com Pastor: Tom J. Hughes Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school DeKalb Wesleyan 1115 S. Malta Road www.dekalbwesleyan.com 815-758-0673 Pastor: Dean Pierce Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evangelical Free 150 Bethany Road 815-756-8729 efreesd@comcast.net www.efreesd.com Pastor: Martin Jones, lead pastor; Paul Rogers, worship pastor; Gary Lisle, youth pastor; Terry Gin, children’s ministry director Worship schedule: 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday, 9:45 a.m. Sunday school Fellowship Baptist 129 E. Locust St. www.fbcofdekalb.com 815-517-8111 Pastor: Kevin D. Spears Worship schedule: 11 a.m. Sunday; 10 a.m. Sunday school First Baptist 349 S. Third St. www.fbcdekalb.org 815-758-3973 churchinfo@fbcdekalb.org Pastor: Bob Edwards The message: “The Way Church Ought to Be,” with reading from Acts 2:42-47 Worship schedule: 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday; 9:45 a.m. Sunday school First Church of the Nazarene 1051 S. Fourth St. 815-758-1588 secretary@dekalbnaz.com Pastor: Todd Holden Worship schedule: 10:40 a.m. Sunday; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school Highlight of the week: Blessing Well Food and Clothing Pantry is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Wednesdays.

First Congregational 615 N. First St. www.uccdekalb.org 815-758-0691 congdek1@gmail.com Pastors: Joe Gastiger, Judy Harris The message: “To the thirsty I will give water” Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday First Lutheran (ELCA) 324 N. Third St. www.firstlutherandekalb.org 815-758-0643 office@firstlutherandekalb.org Pastor: Janet Hunt Worship schedule: 9 a.m. Sunday; Cross Walk activities 10:20 a.m.

Sunday; confirmation from 6 to 7:30 Wednesday Highlight of the week: Discussion will continue during Coffee Hour on the “Hearts and Stars” visioning process. Naomi Circle will meet at 2 p.m. Thursday.

First United Methodist 321 Oak St. www.firstumc.net 815-756-6301 office@firstumc.net Pastors: Senior Pastor Jonathan Hutchison, Associate Pastor Brian Gilbert The message: “Where Did We Go Wrong,” with reading from Acts 11:1-18 Worship schedule: 9 a.m. Sunday traditional service; 11 a.m. Sunday contemporary SHINE service; 9 a.m. youth Sunday school and 9:15 a.m.

Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. adult Sunday school; 8:45 a.m. Thursday Communion service Highlight of the week: Items are being received 8 a.m. to noon Sundays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays for the Youth Rummage Sale Fundraiser which will be held 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 4 and 5.

Foursquare Church 210 Grove St. 815-756-9521 Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday Glad Tidings Assembly of God 2325 N. First St. 815-758-4919 Pastor: W. Michael Massey Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday Highlight of the week: All ages family night is 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays Grace Free Lutheran 1121 S. First St. www.gracefreelutherandekalb.org 815-758-2531 Pastor: Michael Hodge Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school Harvest Bible Chapel 2215 Bethany Road www.harvestdekalb.org 815-756-9020 Pastor: Jason Draper Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday Hillcrest Covenant 1515 N. First St. www.hillcovch.org 815-756-5508 hillcrestcov@comcast.net Pastor: Steve Larson, Associate Pastor Jennifer Zerby Worship schedule: 10:45 a.m. worship; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school Immanuel Lutheran 511 Russell Road www.immanueldekalb.org 815-756-6669, 815-756-6675 office@godwithusilc.org Pastors: Marty Marks, Ray Krueger Worship schedule: 8 a.m. Sunday traditional worship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school and adult Bible study; 10:30 a.m. contemporary worship Highlight of the week: Garden Work Day is Saturday. High school make-your-own-pizza and game day at noon Sunday. Family night at 6 p.m. Tuesday at University Village Apartments.

Kishwaukee Bible Church 355 N. Cross St. (Cornerstone Christian Academy) www.kishwaukeebiblechurch.org 815-754-4566 Worship schedule: 9:30 a.m. Sunday New Hope Missionary Baptist 1201 Twombly Road www.newhopeofdekalb.org 815-756-7906 newhope@tbc.net Pastors: Leroy A. Mitchell, G. Joseph Mitchell Worship schedule: 7:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday Highlight of the week: Wednesday, Bible study is at 6:30 p.m. and Youth Ministry is at 6 p.m.

Newman Catholic Student Center 512 Normal Road www.niunewman.org 815-787-7770 Pastor: Matthew McMorrow Worship schedule: 4:30 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Sunday; 12:05 p.m. daily St. George Greek Orthodox 320 S. Second St. 815-758-5731 Pastor: John A. Artemas Worship schedule: 9 a.m. Sunday Orthos; 10 a.m. Sunday Divine Liturgy; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school

St. Mary Parish 321 Pine St. www.stmarydekalb.org 815-758-5432 frkenneth@stmarydekalb.org Pastor: Kenneth Anderson The message: “This kingdom, to be marked by our love for one another, will reach its fulfillment in new heavens and a new earth.”

Worship schedule: 8 a.m., 4:30 p.m.

Saturday; 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m.

Sunday; 7 a.m. Monday through Friday Highlight of the week: The 7th and 8th-grade retreat will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday in the Ministry Center Gym. Cost is $5. Pizza will be served. Festivities include games, skits, dramas and songs.

St. Paul’s Episcopal 900 Normal Road www.stpaulsdekalb.org 815-756-4888 parishoffice@stpaulsdekalb.org Rector: Stacy Walker-Frontjes Worship schedule: 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Seventh-day Adventist 300 E. Taylor St. 815-758-1388 Pastor: Leonardo Oliveira Worship schedule: 11 a.m. Saturday; Sabbath school 9:30 a.m.

Highlight of the week: Open Closet hours are 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday and 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday The Rock Christian Church 300 E. Taylor St. http://therockchristianchurch.com 815-758-3700 Pastor: Jerry Wright Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sundays.

Highlight of the week: For a ride to this growing, Bible-believing, nondenominational church, call 815-758-3700 or 815-748-5611.

Trinity Lutheran (LCMC) 303 S. Seventh St. 815-756-7374 www.trinitydekalb.com Pastor: Todd Peterson Worship schedule: 9:30 a.m. Sunday; contemporary worship on second and fourth Sunday each month Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 158 N. Fourth St. www.uufdekalb.org 815-756-7089 uufdchurchoffice@aol.com Pastor: Linda Slabon The message: “Pathways to Enlightenment: Finding Your Inner Buddha” Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday Highlight of the week: Volunteers are needed for Children and Youth Lifespan Faith Development Programs. There is a sign-up sheet in the UUFD Fellowship Hall. Contact Dave Becker for more information.

United Pentecostal Church 1120 S. Seventh St. www.dekalbupc.com 815-901-0699 Pastor: Greg W. Davis and Maurice McDavid, assistant pastor Worship schedule: 10 a.m., 2 p.m.

(Spanish) and 6 p.m. Sundays; 6 p.m. Saturday (Spanish) Victory Baptist 1930 Sycamore Road VBC-DeKalb.org 815-756-6212 Victorlane5@frontier.com Pastor: Ngum Eric Mangek Worship schedule: 10:45 a.m. Sunday; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school Vida Nueva/New Life 316 N. Sixth St. vndekalb@frontier.com 815-787-7711 Pastor: Rodrigo Azofeifa Worship schedule: 12:30 p.m.

Domingo (Sunday) Vineyard Christian Fellowship Haish Gymnasium, 303 S. Ninth St. www.vineyarddekalb.org 815-748-8463 Pastor: Joe Holda Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday Westminster Presbyterian 830 N. Annie Glidden Road www.westminsterpres.net 815-756-2905 westminsterpres@gmail.com Pastors: Blake Richter, Karen Kim The message: “Part of the Family” Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday; 9 a.m. Sunday school Highlight of the week: Bread and Roses concert at 3 p.m. Saturday.

SYCAMORE Bethel Assembly of God 131 W. Elm St. www.bethelofsycamore.org 815-895-4740 Pastor: William Mills Worship schedule: 8 and 10:30 a.m.

Sunday; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school Christian Senior Ministries P.O. Box 479 815-895-6784 Deacon: Charles Ridulph Worship schedule: This nondenominational outreach program serves seniors through Bible studies, personal visits and worship services: 3:30 p.m. Mondays at

Lincolnshire Place, Sycamore; 5 p.m. Tuesdays at Lincoln Manor, Rochelle; 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Pine Acres, DeKalb; 3 p.m.

Wednesdays at Heritage Woods, DeKalb; 9:30 a.m. Thursdays at Grand Victorian, Sycamore; 10:30 a.m. Thursdays at Bethany Health Care, DeKalb; 2 p.m. Thursdays at Oak Crest DeKalb Area Retirement Center, DeKalb; 3 p.m. Thursdays at DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center, DeKalb.

Church of Christ 109 Swanson Road www.sycamorechurchofchrist.com 815-895-9148 sycamorecoc@comcast.net Evangelist: Phillip Vermillion Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday Church of Christ (Edgebrook Lane) 2315 Edgebook Lane www.sycamorechurch.com 815-895-3320 info@sycamorechurch.com Preacher: Al Diestelkamp Worship schedule: 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday

Daily Chronicle / daily-chronicle.com Ministry staff: Carla Vanatta The message: “Jesus gives us the command to love one another.”

Worship schedule: 5 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School Highlight of the week: Help to stock the Salem Food Pantry with gifts of food and personal care products. There will be a special offering this weekend for support of the ELCA Malaria Campaign.

Sycamore Baptist Church 302 Somonauk Street www.sbcsycamore.org 815-895-2577 sycamorebap@yahoo.com Pastor: Dan Stovall The message: “The Journey: Love, Forgiveness and Stuff” Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday; 9:30 a.m. Bible study Highlight of the week: National Day of Prayer at noon May 2 at DeKalb County Courthouse.

Sycamore United Methodist 160 Johnson Ave. www.sycamoreumc.org 815-895-9113 sumc@sycamoreumc.org Pastor: Bill Landis, Harlene Harden Worship schedule: 5 p.m. Saturday; 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Sunday; 10 a.m. Sunday school

Malta United Methodist 210 E. Sprague St. www.gbgm-umc.org/maltaumc 815-825-2118 maltaumc@aol.com Pastor: Judy Giese Worship schedule: 9 a.m. Sunday at Malta UMC; 11 a.m. Sunday at Northwest Malta UMC Peace United Church of Christ (Genoa) 301 E. First St. 815-757-5917 PastorLauriAllen@gmail.com Pastor: Lauri Allen Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday St. Catherine (Genoa) 340 S. Stott St. www.st-catherine-genoa.org 815-784-2355 stcatpast@frontier.com Pastor: Donald M. Ahles The message: “Fifth Sunday of Lent” Worship schedule: 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. (Spanish) Saturday; 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 8:30 a.m.

Monday to Thursday Highlight of the week: LTE Parish Retreat 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Satudray. Knights of Columbus Scholarship Fund Breakfast 7:30 a.m. to noon Sunday in Parish Basement.

Federated Church 612 W. State St. www.sycamorefederatedchurch.org 815-895-2706 info@sycamorefederatedchurch.org Pastor: Dennis Johnson The message: “Don’t Touch That Thing, It’s Filthy!”

Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday with nursery child care; 10:15 a.m.

Kids Club; 11 a.m. fellowship Highlight of the week: Love Offering goes to the School Supplies Ministry. Fellowship host is Sue Finney.

NEARBY

FBC of Sycamore 530 W. State St. www.fbcnewsong.com 815-895-3116 fbcnewsong@gmail.com Worship schedule: 9 a.m. Sunday traditional service; 10:30 a.m. with signer for hearing impaired and 5 p.m. contemporary services

Cortland United Methodist 45 W. Chestnut Ave. www.cortlandumc.com 815-756-9088 Pastor: Christina Vosteen Worship schedule: 9 a.m. Sunday

St. John’s Lutheran (Creston) 126 E. South St. stjohns.worthyofpraise.org 815-384-3720 Pastor: Ronald Larson Worship schedule: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday with fellowship following, 10:30 a.m. Sunday school

Grace Life Church 425 W. State St. www.gracelifeinchrist.org 815-757-3570 Pastor: Stephen J. Moll Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday

Faith UMC (Genoa) 325 S. Stott St. www.genoafaithuc.com 815-784-5143 faithchurch@rocketmail.com Pastor: Daniel F. Diss Worship schedule: 9 a.m. Sunday; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school

St. Paul’s UCC (Hinckley) 324 W. McKinley Ave. 815-286-3391 stpaulshinckley@gmail.com Pastor: Kris Delmore Worship schedule: 9:30 a.m. Sunday

Harvest Time Fellowship 203 S. Sacramento St. 815-899-2529 Pastor: Michael Schumaker Worship schedule: 9 a.m. Sunday; 7 p.m. Thursday prayer

First Congregational UCC (Malta) 210 S. Sprague St. 815-825-2451 Pastor: Robert L. Vaughn The message: “Free Water” Worship schedule: 9:30 a.m. Sunday

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 675 Fox Ave. www.mormon.org 815-895-2277 jrbentley1208@gmail.com Bishop: John Bentley Worship schedule: 9 a.m. Sunday Sacrament meeting; 10:20 a.m.

Sunday school; 11:10 a.m. Priesthood, Relief Society

First Lutheran (NALC) (Kirkland) 510 W. South St. www.kirklandflc.org 815-522-3886 jo@kirklandflc.org Pastor: Carl L. M. Rasmussen Worship schedule: 5:30 p.m.

Saturday; 9 a.m. Sunday; 9:15 a.m. children’s sermon

Mayfield Congregational 28405 Church Road www.mayfieldchurchucc.org 815-895-5548 mayfieldchurch@atcyber.net Interim Pastor: Martha Brunell The message: “The Hardest Commandment,” with reading from John 13:31-35 Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday Highlight of the Week: Refreshments will be furnished by Joyce Oltman.

North Avenue Missionary Baptist 301 North Ave. 815-895-4871 Worship schedule: 11 a.m. Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school St. John’s Lutheran (Missouri Synod) 26555 Brickville Road www.stjohnsycamore.org 815-895-4477 office@stjohnsycamore.org Pastors: Robert W. Weinhold, Marvin Metzger Worship schedule: 6 p.m. blended service Saturday; 8 and 10:30 a.m. service Sunday St. Mary’s Sycamore 322 Waterman St. www.stmarysycamore.com 815-895-3275 Churchofstmary@stmarysycamore.com Pastor: Paul M. Lipinski Worship schedule: 7:30 a.m. daily; 5 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Sunday St. Peter’s Episcopal 218 Somonauk St. www.sycamorestpeters.org 815-895-2227 office@sycamorestpeters.org Clergy: David Hedges Worship schedule: 7:30 and 10 a.m.

Sunday Holy Eucharist; 8:45 a.m.

Sunday school Salem Lutheran (ELCA) 1145 DeKalb Ave. www.SalemSycamore.org 815-895-9171 salem@salemlutheransycamore.org Interim Pastor: Robert C. Kinnear

Calvary Lutheran (LCMC) (Lee) 19 Perry Road, at County Line Road www.calluth.org 815-824-2825 calluthch1@aol.com Pastor: Craig Nelson Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school

First Lutheran (Lee) 240 W. Hardanger Gate www.flcinlee.com 815-824-2356 Interim Pastor: Chris Heller Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 10 a.m. fellowship time First United Methodist (Hinckley) 801 N. Sycamore St. 815-286-7102 hinckleyumc@frontier.com Pastor: Laura Crites Worship schedule: 9:30 a.m. Sunday; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school First United Methodist (Kirkland) 300 W. South St. www.kirklandumc.org 815-522-3546 office@kirklandumc.org Pastor: Kyeong-Ah Woo Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday; 9 a.m. Sunday school Hope Anglican Church (Elburn) Meeting at Community Congregational, 100 E. Shannon St. www.hopeanglican.org 630-802-4424 Pastor: David Kletzing Worship schedule: 5 p.m. Sunday Holy Communion, nursery Immanuel Lutheran (Hinckley) 12760 Lee Road www.immanuel-hinckley.org 815-286-3885 office@immanuel-hinckley.org Pastor: Christopher Navurskis Worship schedule: 10:15 a.m.

Sunday; 8 a.m. small group Bible study; 9 a.m. adult Bible study; 9 a.m. Sunday school; 5 p.m.

Saturday Kingston United Methodist 121 E. First St. 815-784-2010 Pastor: Jackie Wills Worship schedule: 11 a.m. Sunday; 9:30 a.m. youth group and Upper Room Bible study; 10:15 a.m. children’s Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. prayer circle; 6:30 p.m. Gospel of John Bible study Highlight of the week: Communion is served on the first and third Sundays. All are welcome to the table.

St. James (Lee) 221 W. Kirke Gate 815-824-2053 stjames@heartlandcable.com Pastor: Bonaventure Okoro Worship schedule: 5 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. Sunday; 9 a.m. Tuesday to Friday; with confession from 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. Saturday and 8:15 to 8:45 a.m. Sunday.

Salem Evangelical Lutheran (Sandwich) 1022 N. Main St. 815-786-9308 Pastor: Wayne Derber Worship schedule: 8 a.m. Sunday traditional service; 10:30 a.m. contemporary service; 9:15 a.m.

Sunday education hour for all ages Trinity Lutheran (Genoa) 33930 N. State Road www.tlcgenoa.org 815-784-2522 trinity@tlcgenoa.com Pastor: Senior Pastor Jeremy Heilman Worship schedule: 5:30 p.m. Saturday blended worship; 8 a.m. Sunday traditional worship; 10:30 a.m.

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United Church of Christ (Shabbona) 104 E. Navaho Ave., Box 241 815-824-2359 office.shabbonachurch@gmail.com www.shabbonachurch.org Pastor: Jim Allen Worship schedule: 8 a.m. Sunday assisted living service; 9:30 a.m.

Sunday; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school United Methodist (Waterman) 210 W. Garfield www.watermanumc.com 815-264-3991 watermanumc@gmail.com Pastor: Christina Vosteen Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school United Presbyterian (Somonauk) 14030 Chicago Road www.somonaukupchurch.com 815-786-2703 Worship schedule: 9:30 a.m. Sunday; 10:45 a.m. Christian education.

Village Bible Church (Shabbona) Indian Creek Campus 209 N. Nokomis St. 815-824-2425 Pastor: Dave Haidle Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday Waterman Bible Church 500 S. Birch St. 815-264-3908 www.watermanbible.org wbcheart@frontier.com Pastors: Pastor Craig Miller, Associate Pastor of Youth Mike Burkett Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school Waterman Presbyterian 250 N. Cedar St. www.watermanpres.com 815-264-3491 wpc_office@frontier.com Pastor: Roger Boekenhauer The message: “The New Commandment” Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school Highlight of the week: Communion will be May 5.

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8BRIEFS Prayer requests taken through Twitter, online St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and Grace Place Campus Ministry will offer #Prayers2Pass, an interactive prayer event for the students, faculty and staff of Northern Illinois University and anyone else who needs a prayer in the week leading up to finals. #Prayers2Pass will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday at 900 Normal Road in DeKalb.

“We noticed this past Ash Wednesday when offering ‘Ashes on the Go’ that many students were stressed out and appreciated our offers of prayer.

So we created the Prayers2Pass event so that we could remember students in our prayers as they prepare for finals and summer break,” the Rev. Stacy Walker-Frontjes, rector of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, said in a news release.

Episcopal priests and members of St. Paul’s and Grace Place Campus Ministry will offer one-to-one personal short prayers, a prayer wall for written petitions (anonymity respected) and snacks and energy drinks.

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From 6 to 7 p.m., a prayer vigil will be held in the sanctuary at St. Paul’s for all the petitions received throughout the day. All are welcome to attend any of these events in person or online.

For more information, call 815-7564888 or visit www.prayers2pass.com.

mission trip to Thailand, presenting “God’s presence in Thailand.”

Tickets cost $5 for adults, $3 for children and are free for those younger than 5.

For more information, call Donna Gommel at 815-825-2319 or Dorothy Latimer at 815-895-8275.

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These 1 1/4-pound lobsters from New England are shipped overnight. A significant portion of the proceeds from this fundraiser benefit local agencies and charities.

Waterman Bible Church plans salad supper

Kingston church sets monthly supper

Waterman Bible Church, 500 S. Birch St., invites all ladies to its annual Ladies Salad Supper at 6:30 p.m. May 7.

The speaker will be Abagail Stalcup who grew up in the Bahamas but now lives in Waterman with her husband Matthew and their two young boys.

Find out what brought Abby from those warm islands to northern Illinois.

RSVP by calling the church at 815264-3908.

The Kingston United Methodist Church monthly supper will be May 4.

Seating times are 5 p.m. and 6:15 p.m.

Held usually on the first Saturday of the month at the church, 121 W. First St., the suppers include dessert.

Donations are $9 for adults and $4 for children. Carry-out meals and gift certificates are available.

This month, the meat will be pork roast.

Creston church luncheon to be held Saturday

The 44th annual Lobster Boil will be held May 18 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in DeKalb, with live lobsters distributed at 4 p.m., and cooked lobsters at 5, 6 or 7 p.m.

Orders must be placed by May 13.

Live lobsters cost $18 and cooked ones cost $20. Order with an order form

The youth at First United Methodist Church of DeKalb will host a rummage sale to help raise money for this summer’s mission trip to Detroit and other activities.

The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 3 and 4 at the church at 321 Oak St., DeKalb.

The group is taking donations for the sale. Items can be dropped off between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Christian Education Office, second floor of the Education wing.

All donated items need to be in good, clean, working condition. The following items will be accepted: clothes, children’s games and toys, small house items, books, shelves, small electronics, crafts, antiques, small furniture, sporting equipment, decorations, frames, linens, etc.

Contact the main office at 815-7566301 or Patricia Bonilla, director of Youth Ministries at pbonilla@firstumc. net with questions.

The women of St. John’s Lutheran Church, 126 E. South St., Creston, will hold their annual salad luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Saturday.

Kelsey Langan, granddaughter of Janet Roinas, will speak about her recent

Spring rummage sale scheduled at FUMC

Lobsters are coming to St. Paul’s

Many hands help senior center A group of volunteers from Salem Lutheran Church in Sandwich recently transformed the great hall at Fox Valley Older Adult Services during a Saturday work day. Aside from sending in a large group of dedicated volunteers, the church also funded the many gallons of paint needed to cover the walls of the large hall that is used for daily senior activities and programs, as well as many community events.

Millington church sets rummage sale The Millington United Methodist Church rummage sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 3 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 4.

A hot lunch will be served.

The church will accept donations of clean items in good condition at the church between 2 and 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Computers and TVs will not be accepted.

The church is located at 200 Orleans St. in Millington.

For more information, call 815-6955384, 815-695-5724 or 815-695-5656.

Annual plant sale to benefit nonprofits First Congregational United Church of Christ, 615 N. First St. in DeKalb, will hold its annual Flower and Plant Sale Mother’s Day weekend, May 10 and 11.

Hours for the sale are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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We have two children. One is away at college and the other starting high school. When I talk to my husband about wanting to do things, he says I should have done them when I was younger. But I married him before I was even an adult!

Is it wrong to want to go out and do things I never got to do when I was a teenager?

It makes me question whether or not I want to be married to him anymore. I still love him, but I have changed.

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DEAR ABBY Jeanne Phillips to get over it and accept that this is my life. What if I don’t want to regret what I have never had a chance to do? – Wants More Out West Dear Wants More: I’m sorry, but you can’t relive your lost teenage years.

I wish you had been more specific about what it is you want to do. If it’s go out and have some fun, perhaps some of your girlfriends would like to go with you. Instead of sitting home, you and Jake could socialize with other couples.

If you’re into sports, why not join a women’s sports team? If you’re not, how about a book club? You don’t have to sit around and vegetate.

You also didn’t mention whether you completed high school. If you didn’t receive a diploma, you would be wellserved to work on earning your GED, which could widen your horizons and opportunities considerably.

Dear Abby: I have two daughters, 11 and 14. They fight over many things, but what gets to me is the way they fight over what television shows to watch.

My younger daughter has nightmares if she watches even mildly dramatic cop/lawyer-type shows. However, my older daughter loves them.

At home, I’d have one kid watch TV in one room and the other in the other room.

However, when they’re at the sitter’s house, which has only one TV, they call me at work and fight over the phone over who watches what. They both accuse me of favoring the

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How do I deal with this fairly without upsetting them? And how do I keep my younger daughter from having nightmares? – Doing My Best In Kentucky Dear Doing: Because your younger daughter has nightmares after viewing shows that create anxiety, she shouldn’t be forced to do it. When they are at their sitter’s, they should alternate days when each has control of the remote control.

When your older girl has it, the younger one should be encouraged to read a book of her choosing and/or listen to music. When the younger one gets to do the choosing, the older one should do the same.

Dear Abby: Christmas and birthday gifts I will never use have accumulated around my house. I’d like to have a yard sale, but many of the items

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One gift was from my mother. I live at home, so she will notice if I stick it in the garage sale. I can’t let this extra stuff sit around. It’s taking up space and I need the money for a very expensive college.

But I’m afraid of people finding out that I don’t want their presents. What should I do? – Downsizing in New York Dear Downsizing: Selling the items would not be wrong.

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Dear Reader: Biking is an excellent form of exercise.

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It appears that there are no studies large enough to give us a good idea of just how often bicyclists develop this condition. The risk appears to be highest for men who cycle more than three hours a week. I can’t find any published research study to

The reason avid bikers sometimes get erectile dysfunction (ED) is that the seat puts pressure on the perineum. That’s the area between the genitals and anus that support my speculation, but contains the nerves and arI’ll bet the risk is lower in teries that run into the penis. using stationary bikes than in A narrow bicycle seat places riding outdoors: The bumps pressure on the perineum, in the road get transmitted compressing crucial nerves through the bike seat. and arteries. This pressure One recent study compared can harm nerves and tem142 men in a bicycle club to 83 porarily hinder blood flow, men who did not ride bicycles causing tingling or numbness and found no difference in in the penis and, eventually, the rate of erectile dysfuncED. tion. This does not mean Taking a few simple that frequent riding cannot precautions when biking can cause sexual problems, but it help prevent sexual dysfuncprobably means that it doesn’t tion: happen very often.

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Don’t tilt the seat up.

• Raise the handlebars so that you’re sitting relatively upright. This will shift the pressure to your buttocks.

They can handle the pressure much better than your perineum can – they’re better cushioned.

• For extra protection, consider wearing padded biking

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Teen: My parents always take my sister’s side Dr. Wallace: I’m 16 and have, unfortunately (only kidding), a 13-year-old sister who never agrees with me on anything. I want to watch Channel 2, and she wants Channel 7; I want ice cream for dessert, and she wants cake. Whenever we wind up in an argument, my mom takes my sister’s side. It always goes like this: “Jordan, you should be ashamed of yourself for fighting with your sister. You are three years older and should have more sense.”

This means all that my sister has to do is raise her voice, and she gets her way.

’TWEEN 12 & 20 Robert Wallace Last night was the last straw.

A friend and I were watching an Indiana University basketball game. With about 10 minutes to go in a close game, she decided it was her turn to watch television, so she came into the room and turned the channel with the score tied.

Of course, I blew a gasket, and we started arguing.

Since my parents were entertaining guests, they imme-

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TODAY – Although conditions may look promising, don’t make the mistake of thinking you can coast on circumstances. You’ll need to work hard to take advantage of the opportunities that come your way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) – If an agreement you make is not constructed fairly, you will be forced to make some adjustments later, which will prove difficult. Make sure things are equitable from the get-go.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) – Before implementing a new program, be sure everyone involved understands exactly how it will work. It could quickly fail if people are working at cross-purposes.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) – Don’t attempt to turn a serious meeting into a social event. Mixing business with pleasure in this instance would only end badly.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) – Procedures shouldn’t be altered if they have been producing good results. Changing things for change’s sake would only make things worse.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) – Focus and deep concentration are essential to your success. Whatever you do, don’t let your thoughts wander off what’s important.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) – If you have to deal with someone whose ideals and standards aren’t on par with yours, take things with a grain of salt. Check out their information before you act on it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) – Guard against inclinations to do things the hard way. Remember, just because something comes easily doesn’t make it worthless. In fact, it could be quite valuable.

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) – Evaluate your objectives as realistically as possible. If you don’t, you might strive to achieve something that turns out to be worthless.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) – A good friendship could be jeopardized if it becomes competitive instead of compatible. Don’t be the one to introduce such friction; instead be cooperative.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) – Don’t take offense if a colleague is paying a lot of attention to a relatively new acquaintance. Your pal is just trying to get to know him or her better.

diately came into the room and took my sister’s side and made my friend and me go to my room, where we had to listen to the rest of the game on the radio.

I was so mad that I almost swore under my breath. This kind of treatment is getting old. Is it possible to find a solution? – Big Brother, Michigan City, Ind. Big Brother: There’s always a solution, and the first step is to wise up and quit doing what clearly doesn’t work – in your case, going headto-head with your sister in a disagreement and expecting Mom and Dad to take your

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side. Right now, you’re batting zero.

In other words, stop feeling so righteously indignant, and start looking for a way to improve the family dynamics. You’re three years older than your sister, and you SHOULD be three years wiser! This means getting a handle on your emotions.

Since you never win an argument with Sis, find a way to stop arguing with her.

My suggestion is that you present a “peace proposal” to the rest of the family, which would allow your sister to have her way on all disagreements during the first

week and let you have things your way during week two.

Continue alternating weeks with no squabbling allowed.

This plan, or some variation, is worth a try.

A plan like this will help everyone steer a course through the unavoidable conflicts that occur between adolescent siblings. As the two of you grow older, your differences should diminish as you both learn to negotiate and plan ahead for special programs that are important to each of you.

• Email Dr. Robert Wallace at rwallace@galesburg.net.

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BRIDGE Phillip Alder

With more points, bid three times Robert Benchley, a humorist who died in 1945, said, “If you think that you have caught a cold, call in a good doctor. Call in three good doctors and play bridge.”

Or if your pet is ill, call in three vets who are good bridge players.

Have a look at the North hand in today’s diagram. It has the same distribution as yesterday’s, 3-1-5-4, and the uncontested auction starts the same way: one diamond – one spade. Yesterday, North rebid two spades. But today’s hand has more points, 16 instead of 13; what difference does that make?

With the extra high-card points, North needs to bid more strongly, but he lacks the fourth trump for a jump to three spades. Instead, he hopes to bid three times by rebidding two clubs.

Here, South will rebid two diamonds, showing only 6-9 points, fewer than six spades, and a preference for diamonds over clubs. Now North continues with two spades. First, this says that despite South’s hand being so weak, game is still possible. (If it were not, North would have to pass out two diamonds.) So, North is showing some 16 or 17 highcard points and probably this hand distribution.

Then South has enough to jump to four spades.

If West were clever, he would lead the spade jack.

But let’s assume he chooses the heart king. Declarer wins with his ace, ruffs a heart, plays a diamond to his ace, trumps his last heart, and continues with the spade king.

East wins and returns his second diamond, but South takes the trick with dummy’s king, discards his last diamond on the third club, and loses only two more spade tricks.

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Factory Production Workers (2) - Entry level to work in an employee owned paint manufacturing company located in Sugar Grove, IL. We offer vacation, holidays, and insurance.

These positions are for first shift.

Successful applicants must pass a drug screening test and physical, able to communicate in English, written and verbal, and pass a math test. Email resume: info@finishesunlimited.com

Fri & Sat, April 26 & 27 9am-4pm Walking Spinning Wheel, early American maple hutch, Cherry bedroom set, marble top table, loveseat/walnut, McCoy pottery, yellow ware bowls, quilt rack, framed Will Moses prints, primitive woodenware, 12 setting Czech China, oak goat cart, new gift items, picnic set, tools, Sleepy Eye, Cuisinart coffee maker, camping & sporting goods, and so much more.

CASH ONLY

SYCAMORE

SAT, APRIL 27 9AM - 3PM SUN, APRIL 28 9AM - 1PM #'s at 8:30 721 CROATION CT.

DIETARY AIDE DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center has a part time position available in our Dietary Department on the Day Shift (6:15am 2:30pm). Must be 16 years of age or older to apply. Some weekends & holidays are required.

Starting wage is $8.25 per hour.

Apply at:

DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center 2600 North Annie Glidden Rd DeKalb, Illinois 60115

EOE

DRIVER

Limousine driver needed for DeKalb/Sycamore area, mature with excellent drivers record.

Commissioned position, hours vary.

Call 815-756-8734 or email blueskylimousine@comcast.net

Off Hwy 23 & Coltonville Rd. Friendly Village dishes, DR table and chairs, china cabinet, maple kitchen table, hutch, bookcases, teacart, sofas, chairs, BR set, poker table, roll-top desk, end tables, mosiac table, American Fostoria, metal patio bench, school desk, refrigerator, garage items & MORE!

Pictures on estatesales.net

Conducted by Triple S 630-707-7189 630-327-1427

ANNUAL TOWN of CORTLAND GARAGE SALES/ CRAFT & VENDOR SHOW MAY 3 & 4 Most sales 8-5, Maps avail on Facebook link 5/2 7pm or Fri 6:30am at map stations.

Follow yellow map signs on Somonauk. Enjoy coffee/donuts at map stations. Kids games/prizes.

Food available throughout town.

Details and items added daily!

Don't miss a single sale & make offers! We already have lots tools, furniture & sets, tools, kitchenware, home décor, electronics, antiques, collectibles, sm/lrg appl, exer equp, computer supplies everything for a child, in-home business sales, clothing - all sizes, sports gear, craft & teacher supplies, books, 14 crafters & vendors, LOTS OF MISC. Papers & online listing will have more details to come. Questions or to have a sale, call Donna 815-756-4851 or 815-761-7054

GENEVA

3373 Hillcrest Saturday 4/27 8-3 Furniture, decor, household

GENEVA 607 Center St. Fri & Sat 8am-5pm GIANT MOVING SALE Everything must go, kids toys and clothes, furniture, tools, etc.

Genoa Friday, April 26th 8am – 4pm Saturday, April 27th 8am – 1pm

745 Watson Dr. Grandfather Clock, Table, Chairs, Hutch, Exercise Bike, Stephen King Books, Collectibles & Much More.

GENOA THURS & FRI APRIL 25 & 26 9AM - 4PM

548 & 554 JACKSON CT. MANY household items, tools, horse collectibles, horse pack.

No clothes or baby items but MANY, MANY MISC ITEMS!!

SOMONAUK SUBDIVISION GARAGE SALES Multifamily Garage Sales at Classon Estates in Somonauk.

4670th Rd. just off Hoxsey Rd.

Saturday April 27th from 8 am-3 pm

SATURDAY ONLY GARAGE SALE WORK FROM HOME GSGS International will be conducting a HOME BASED INCOME WORKSHOP in DeKalb, IL. April 28th - 3pm & April 29th - Noon & 6:30pm Call to reserve your seat: 520-282-0048

Batavia Neighborhood 10 Garage sales!

4/26 and 4/27 9am-3pm.

1345 WILLIAM ST. CAMPTON HILLS

On 4/21/13, 3 bags left in parking lot at Geneva Commons right outside of DSW / Homegoods area. One big H&M bag with other bags inside as well as personal items. REWARD. Please contact Tyler at 540-735-5664 or return to Homegoods at Geneva Commons. Thank you!

SYCAMORE GARAGE A PALOOZA

FRI 8:30-5:30 SAT 8:00-2:00

General House Cleaning 3 Hours - $50, 4 - Hours $65 Ref 815-981-1926

3 BAGS LOST AT GENEVA COMMONS

Childrens toys, Furniture Housewares, Holiday Many items brand new sale rep samples

Rain or shine!

Prairie to Hart to Wind Energy Pass & Raddant.

Fox Creek Subdivision Thu 4/25 - Sat 4/27 8am-5pm New and Gently Used: Furniture, Bikes, Baby Items, Sporting Goods, Children's Clothes & Shoes, Adult Clothes & Shoes, Antiques, Jewelry, Music, Games, Toys, Books, Holiday Decorations, Housewares & More!

Ridgeway grandfather clock, armoire, highboy, Little Tykes, dolls, collector plates, car collectibles, vintage & antique glassware, 60's & 70's LP's, rarely used Kirby system, tools, men's items, clothing for all, pictures, household, holiday, toys galore, electronics, books, cameras

& MUCH MORE!!

Waterman All Town Garage Sales

DEKALB South Knolls

685 Persimmon Street Sat. 4/27 10am-4pm

EVERYTHING MUST GO! Moving Sale! Many items such as DVDs, coats, CDs, patches, computer equipment, jewelry.... everything must go. Many items negotiable.

CARPENTERSVILLE

DeKalb

MOVING SALE

5759 BREEZELAND ROAD

Thurs & Fri, 8am – 5pm Sat. 9am – 12pm

WEDNESDAY APRIL 24 SATURDAY APRIL 27 10AM-3PM

1220 Stafford St.

ELECTRONICS, FURNITURE CLOTHES, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS EVERYTHING MUST GO Geneva

DOWNTOWN GENEVA ESTATE SALE #1 Simblissity Estate Sale April 26-27 9-4pm Motorcycle, canoe, housewares, children's bikes and toys, golf clubs, tools and garden equip., fine art, furniture

www.HuskieWire.com All NIU Sports... All The Time

Sets of Dishes, Clothes, Furniture and more!

EARLVILLE Town-Wide Garage Sales SAT, APR 27 8AM - 3PM Food & Maps Available

Dozens of Sales & Bargains!

Misc Dairies, good condition, only 5 left, $25/ea. 815-991-5149 RADIO / PHONO CONSOLE Vintage 40's, great condition $295.

630-406-6783

Vintage/Antique Open Air Market

Early Buying Apr 25, 4-7p Apr 26 & 27, 9-5

25151 N 1st St

Sycamore, IL Join us in the Country for an Eclectic Mix of Wares

Cash or Check Only SLED - Little Tikes Baby Infant Child Red Sled With Back Support and Carrying/Pulling Rope, Like New, $20. 815-739-1953, DeKalb.

STROLLER - Big Bird Baby Child Stroller With Adjustable Canopy Sun Shade With Seat Belt & Underneath Storage, Fully Collapsible, $25, 815-739-1953, DeKalb.

STROLLER - Graco Duo Glider Double Baby Child Stroller Complete With Adjustable Canopy Sun Shades, Trays, Foot Rests & Seat Belts, Large Underneath Storage Area, Neutral Colors Navy Blue With Hints of Yellow & White, Fully Collapsible, Like New, $100.

815-739-1953, DeKalb.

Boys Child 2 Wheel 12.5" Wheel Size Huffy Bike, Mostly Red & Blue, $15, DeKalb, 815-739-1953.

Precious Moments Dated 1987 Club Figurine, "Love Is The Best Gift Of All", Great Condition, No box, $8, DeKalb Area. 815-739-1953.

Precious Moments Wedding Figurine "The Lord Bless & Keep You" E-3114. Great Condition, No Box, $8, DeKalb. 815-739-1953.

PRINTER - Canon IP 1800 Series Black Printer With Working Ink Cartridges Installed, $25, Sycamore, 815-895-5373.

SYCAMORE 929 SCOTT DR

Thursday, April 25, 4-7 Friday, April 26, 8-5 Saturday, April 27, 8-3 Waterman is located on Rt 30, 13 miles south of DeKalb.

Sponsored by Waterman Business Association.

Formal Dress. Red. Hand Beaded & sequined. Floor length. Size 2. $130. Cheryl 815-895-0222 Mens Boys Nike Reax Running Shoes Gym Workout Everyday Shoes Size 8, $5, DeKalb.

815-739-1953 Mens Boys Sneaux Black Sneakers Everyday Shoes, $5, DeKalb.

815-739-1953.

Prom Dress. Floor length burgundy, velvet top, chiffon skirt. Size 2-3. $75. Cheryl: 815-895-0222

DRYER ~ ELECTRIC

Whirlpool Commercial Quality.

Xtra large capacity, 4 cycles, 3 temperatures. $150 815-761-1601 Dryer. Maytag. Gas. White.

Great condition. $299.

630-973-3528 REFRIGERATOR 20.6 cu ft GE Refrigerator Almond with ice maker.

30 1/2 D 31 1/4 W 67 H $75 Sandwich 815-498-4424 Breaking News available 24/7 at Daily-Chronicle.com

WIRE RACK - Ideal 25 Spool Heavy Duty Wire Rack $160. Sycamore, 815-895-5373

Milk Crates - Old Wood

Thurs., Fri., & Sat., April 25, 26 & 27th.

Open 8a until 4p.

Clothes, household goods, patio furniture, new Amana refrigerator, and many antiques.

WET DRY VAC - 16 Gallon Craftsman Wet Dry Vac With Attachments, $45. Sycamore, 815-895-5373.

Curio Cabinet

BAG - New Fiskars Blue Canvas Zippered Bag With Handle And Inside Compartments For Individual Storage, Great For Crafting, Scrapbooking Or Other, $15, Sycamore.

815-895-5373 Coleman Multi-Function King Cobra Lantern With TV, Radio, Spotlight and Siren, New In Box, $22, Sycamore, 815-895-5373.

COUCH - Dora The Explorer & Boots Child Pull/Fold Out Couch, $8, Sycamore, 815-895-5373.

Creative Memories Professional Organization Kit & Display, New, Black Canvas Case With Plastic Insert Dividers, Great For Scrapbooking, Business Or Everyday Organizing $15, Sycamore 815-895-5373 DOUBLE SINK – Smooth concrete.

48 x 16 x 18. $35.

847-515-8012 Huntley area FABRIC CART - Large Orange Heavy Duty Fabric Cart On Wheels With Long Pull Handle, Great For Transporting Items, Laundry Or Storage, New, $15, Sycamore.

815-895-5373 HELMET - Child Bike Helmet With Blue Strap, White In Color and Has A Picture Of A Kangaroo On Front & Says Kangaroo, $5, DeKalb.

815-739-1953 LAMINATOR - Ex Laminator Xxron Technology, Laminates Without Heat, Batteries, Or Electricity, $15, Sycamore, 815-895-5373.

Picnic Style Wooden Basket (New) With Handle & Pie-Cake Wood Tray Insert, $15, Sycamore.

815-895-5373

Pool Table Light - Bud Light Hanging 44”x24” $175/obo.

New Bulbs 815-761-5843

Record collection. 78 LP records.

800 total. Old and new. Make offer 847-515-8012 Cash only.

Revlon Perfect Reflections Ultrasetter (New) With Stand Up Design With Built In Makeup Mirror & Clip Storage, Includes 20 Rollers With 2 Minute Heat Up In 3 Sizes & 3 Textures, Small Flocked-3/4", Medium Ribbed 1" and Super Jumbo Metal Rollers 2", $20, Sycamore 815-895-5373

Work Gloves

New, white, adult size, washable, 60 pairs, $20. 815-991-5149

68” long/38” wide exc condition, will separate, $200/ea/obo.

847-895-6427 OFFICE DESK CHAIR on Wheels With Arm Rests, Dark Green & Grey In Color, $15, DeKalb Area. 815-739-1953 WOOD STAND (Not Particle Board) With One Shelf Across Top And One Across Bottom, great for any room, $12, DeKalb Area. 815-739-1953.

BASKET - 2-Tiered Standing Rectangular Standing Basket With Metal Decoration, $12, Sycamore.

815-895-5373 BOWLS - New Set Of 3 Apple Design Ceramic Bowls (1-large, 1medium, 1-small) & Ceramic Apple Design Pitcher, $20, Sycamore, 815-895-5373.

FONDUE SET - 8 Piece Fondue Set, $6, Sycamore, 815-895-5373 FONDUE SET - Chocolate 12 Piece Small Fondue Set, $5, Sycamore, 815-895-5373.

FONDUE SET - New Chocolate and Cheese Fondue Set In Box, $15, Sycamore, 815-895-5373.

SMOOTHIE MAKER - New Electric Smoothie Maker With Dispenser New In Box, $15, Sycamore, 815895-5373.

WINE ENTERTAINMENT SET - Napa 7 Piece New Hand Painted, Includes 4-12oz. Goblets, 9" Cheese Dome 2-pc. Set & Decanter, $20, Sycamore, 815-895-5373.

MIRROR - Jewel Case Lighted 3Drawer Mirror With 1X and 5X Magnification Mirror, New, $15. Great for an anytime gift! 815-895-5373.

Sycamore

I BUY CARS, TRUCKS, VANS & SUVs 1990 & Newer Will beat anyone's price by $300.

Will pay extra for Honda, Toyota & Nissan

815-814-1964 or

815-814-1224 !!!!!!!!!!!

A-1 AUTO

Will BUY UR USED CAR, TRUCK, SUV,

MOST CASH WILL BEAT ANY QUOTE GIVEN!! $400 - $2000 “don't wait.... call 2day”!! * 815-575-5153 *

We Pay The Best!

Full Starter Kit Drumset includes: 5 drums & 2 cymbals $300.00 obo For details call or text 402-305-8488

240 Volt A C In Wall, $140.

Sycamore, 815-895-5373

Boys Mens Adidas Cleats Shoes Size 6, $5, DeKalb, 815-739-1953.

Boys Mens Adidas Cleats Shoes Size 7, $5, DeKalb, 815-739-1953.

Boys Mens Adidas Everyday Shoes Size 7.5, $5, DeKalb, 815-739-1953 Boys Mens Diadora Cleats Shoes, $5, DeKalb, 815-739-1953.

Boys Nike Cleats Shoes Size 5.5, $5, DeKalb, 815-739-1953.

Old Envelopes Stamps Collections 815-758-4004

LAWN MOWER - 21" Toro self propelled rear bagger or mulcher.

Good working condition. $100. 815-757-7867

DeKalb County. Pierce Township.

40 acres. $10,500/acre.

815-739-5638

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLICATION AUCTION OF REAL ESTATE Case No. 12 CH 477 On May 23, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. certain real estate commonly known as: 13929 US Route 30, Hinckley, IL 60520

Complex Located at 201-205 W. 2nd St. Genoa, IL. 60135 1-815-899-9450 We are Accepting Applications

* Low Security Deposit * Washer/Dryer Coin Machines * We Pay Water, Trash & Sewer * Close to School & Stores We have 1 Apt Available Immediately and we will have a 2BR & 3BR Available.

Managed by P.P.M. L.L.C of IL. “This institution is an Equal Opportuntiy Provider and Employer”

DeKalb Quiet Lifestyle 1BR $540, 2BR 640 Spacious 1BR $665

Hillcrest Place Apts.

220 E. Hillcrest. 815-758-0600

hillcrestplaceaptsdekalb.com

DEKALB - 1 BR, south central DeKalb, $600/month, reasonable utilities, stove, refrigerator included, 1st, last + deposit, no pets, available. 815-756-1312

DeKalb - Large Quiet 2BR

Newly remodeled, near NIU. Parking/heat/water incl, W/D, C/A. 815-238-0118

DEKALB - SPACIOUS MARKET APARTMENTS Starting @ $432,1BR $599, 2BR, $683, 3BR

Near the heart of NIU. Incl gas and forced air heat. Off street parking, lush grounds, on site laundry room. Outdoor pool, tennis and basketball courts, patios and balconies. Cats OK. 815-758-7859

Available now, variety of locations.

Appliances, clean and quiet.

815-758-6580 DEKALB ADULT, QUIET, REFINED Building. 2 Bedroom Apt with homey environment. Car port. For mature living. Excellent Location!

No pets/smoking. Agent Owned.

815-758-6712

DEKALB ALL UTILITIES INCL.

2 bedroom, $740/mo + free Wi Fi. Sorry, no dogs, no smoking.

815-756-1777

DEKALB LARGE 2BR 2 bath, stove, fridge, D/W, W/D hook-up, a/c, security entrance.

Quit building, no dogs.

815-758-0079

DeKalb Quiet 1, 2 & 3BR Lease, deposit, ref, no pets.

815-739-5589 ~ 815-758-6439 DEKALB Spacious upper level 2BR. $650/mo incl heat. Elec, water not incl. Req 1st/last mos+sec.

No pets. 815-751-2937

DEKALB 1 BEDROOM Available Immediatley! Close to NIU, Free heat & water, quiet lifestyle. Varsity Square Apts.

815-756-9554 www.glencoproperties.com Rochelle: 15 minutes from DeKalb Studio SPECIALS Starting at $395 ONE MONTH FREE WITH AD Recently updated!

Affordable heat.

Walk to shops!

(815) 562-6425 www.whiteoakapartments.net

DEKALB - FOR SALE BY OWNER Beautiful house in quiet location.

Much larger than it appears, this 3 bdrm, 2 bath house includes hot tub, hundreds of perennials, and new landscaping. A must see!!

813 Lawnwood Ave, DeKalb.

Open Sun 4/28 & 5/5 1-4

Office - 1705 Longwood Dr. Sycamore, IL. 60178

DEKALB 1BR & 2BR

2001 Class A Fleetwood Southwind 36 ft Class A RV— Great condition 49,400 miles, fuel type gas, Ford super duty chassis, Ford Triton V10 gas engine, 4pt leveling, 5.5 generator, 2 roof A/C, 2 slideouts, lthr seats, Queen bed, 10.8 cubic ft 2-door refrigerator/freezer, 3 burner stove top w/Magic Chef oven, Convection micro, patio awning, tow hitch. $38,000 Call Jim Peterson 815-758-1845

DIRT BIKES 2008 Kawasaki KLX 140 $1400, 2006 Kawasaki KLX 125 $1100, 2007 Shoreline 3 bike trailer $800.

All 3 for $2600. 815-756-1509

Chamberlain Park Apts

University Village Apts.

722 N. Annie Glidden Rd.

DeKalb. Decent 2 - 3BR Units!

Only $59,900 w/parking!

Adolph Miller RE 815-756-7845

Fisher Price Ocean Wonders Kick & Crawl Gym For Ages Birth On Up, New, $15.

815-895-5373. Sycamore.

I Buy

(Published in the Daily Chronicle, April 12, 19 & 26, 2013.)

REDUCED price now $125,000 Two Apts. And Antique Store with inventory, Genoa, IL $125,000 847-836-1164

CAR - Little Tikes Child Cozy Coupe Ride On Car, Red & Yellow, $20.

815-739-1953, DeKalb.

WANTED!

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 23RD JUDICIAL DISTRICT DEKALB COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Bank of America, N.A.; Plaintiff, VS. Cary Gentry; Donna M. Gentry; Village of Malta; Discover Bank; Defendants.

12 CH 537 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, Sheriff Roger Scott, Sheriff of DeKalb, Illinois, will on May 23, 2013, at the hour of 01:00 PM at DeKalb County Sheriff`s Office, 150 North Main Street, Sycamore, IL 60178 , sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DeKalb, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: C/K/A: 405 South 5th Street, Malta, IL 60150 PIN: 07-23-336-003 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W125126. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours.

The property is improved by: SFH. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 W12-5126 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I523741

For Junk Cars, Trucks and Vans No Title, No Problem. Same Day Pick-Up. 630-817-3577

VVIZSLA 6 mo. Pup. Looking for a good home as we are moving. $300 815-440-8575

Wood and glass, 80”Tx28”Wx131/2”D, 4 glass shelves. Dark cherry wood, $300/obo. 815-895-6427

Loveseats (2) Olive Green

!!!!!!!!!!!

JOBS ANNOUNCEMENTS STUFF VEHICLES REAL ESTATE SERVICES Daily Chronicle Classified and online at: www.Daily-Chronicle.com

DeKalb Upstairs 1BR, $450.

Stove, fridge, heat and water incl.

No pets/smoking. 815-298-0423

DEKALB ~ 1 BEDROOM APT Quiet building across from park.

Laundry facilities on site, $545.00 + electric. 815-827-3271

DEKALB ~ 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Large kitchen, eat in counter, large living/dining area, W/D. No smkg/pets, $1000/mo. Partial handicap access. 815-970-0189 DEKALB, near NIU - 4 BR 2 BATH W/D APPL Includes parking, water, garbage. $1050+utilities Sec+1st.

815-748-3311

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FOR SALE NOW! FRESHLY LISTED AT A GREAT PRICE

Will Be Sold at Public Auction to the highest bidder for cash:

TOOL SHED

SmartShed Deluxe, 6'7”Hx7'Wx11'D, $400.

331-425-2666

The property consists of: Commercial property Contact: Michael A. O'Brien at 630-871-9400

Conduit Bender 1/2”, $20.

Sycamore, 815-895-5373.

DRILL - Milwaukee 4' Right Angle Drill, $190. Sycamore.

815-895-5373

RADIAL ARM SAW

Craftsman, 10” on 4' steel leg table, $50. 815-827-3692 SAWS - 12" Craftsman table saw 220volts. $200 1/4 radial arm saw craftsman $100. 815-501-5953 TABLE SAW - 10" Craftsman Heavy Duty Table Saw On Wheels & Large Deck, $195. Sycamore.

815-895-5373

2002 Chevy Malibu, 4 dr., 100K mi., P/S, P/B, A/C. $3,500.

815-756-1246

2004 Acura TL

Excellent shape driven back and forth to work. new timing belt, water pump. Navy blue w grey leather, Navigation, 6cd, xm radio, service records. Mileage 152,385.

Price $7250 Call 773-558-6398 2007 NISSAN SENTRA $9500. 815-757-0336

Formal Notice of this Judicial Sale of Real Estate will be found in the Legal Notices section of this newspaper with the above-mentioned case number.

(Published in the Daily Chronicle, April 12, 19 & 26, 2013.)

PUBLIC NOTICE "THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE" W12-5126

RANCH HOME WITH A GREAT FLOOR PLAN VERY SPACIOUS YARD, LANDSCAPED AND READY TO ENJOY.

CALL NEDRA ERICSON NOW! 815-739-9997

CLASSIFIED

Page C8 • Friday, April 26, 2013

Sycamore. 321 S. Walnut St. 1BR. $650/mo. Deck. Pets OK w/$500 dep. No smoking on property. 1st mo rent+sec. On site laundry. 815-895-8901 DeKalb. 3BR, 1BA Duplex. Bsmnt.

W/D. Garage. Hardwood floors through out. Patio. $900/mo.

815-508-7138

DeKalb. 3BR. New carpet & refinished hardwood floors. New appls.

Near NIU campus. $850/mo+utils.

815-501-5839

DEKALB - 2 BR 1.5 BATH TOWNHOUSE Finished basement, easy access to Peace Rd-Rt 88, Near walking path, shopping, pond. Appls included. $1050/mo plus security deposit.

630-788-2246 or 815-757-6011

Sycamore Near courthouse.

Furnished, attractive, large office space. Great for professionals. $175/mo incl utilities, shared kitchenette & reception area.

815-739-6186 Sycamore. 22X29' Shop/Storage 9' overhead door. $400/mo. Heat & Electric incl.

J&A RE 815-970-0679

DEKALB - 3BR 2.5 Bath TH in Summit Enclave. 2 car gar, all appls, $1250 + util. Small pets ok.

630-661-1643

DEKALB 2BR TH DEKALB: 2BR's - $750 mo.

Utilities Included.

Nice Neighborhood.

Call: 815-756-1424 GENOA LARGE 1BR Off-St parking, appls, W/D, garbage. No pets. $570/mo+sec.

815-761-1975 Genoa. 1BR, freshly painted, new carpet. All appls, A/C. Quiet neighborhood. Off street parking. $525/mo. 815-751-5201

Genoa~Country View Apts.

Now leasing 1 & 2 Bedroom All remodeled, new appl, carpet.

Large Apts, Country Lifestyle.

815-784-4606 ~ 815-758-6580

KNOLLS SUBDIVISION 2 bath, appliances. W/D, A/C, 2 car garage, $950/mo.

815-758-5588 www.rentdekalb.com DeKalb Golf Course Community 3BR TH, 2.5BA, gar, front porch.

All appliances, very nice, no pets. $1100/mo. 815-761-8639 www.dekalb-rental.com DEKALB Townhome - Wineberry Sub., near elem. sch., 2BR, 1.5BA, 2CAR, W/D, BSMT, pay own utilities, Sec 8 ok. $1050/mo plus dep.

630-596-7707, May 1st

DeKalb/Summit Enclave 2BR Condo Incl all appl, 2 car garage.

No pets/smkg, $960/mo + sec.

Available June 1st. 815-501-1378

KIRKLAND NICE 3 BEDROOM Laundry facilities, yard, parking. $750/mo + electric, incl water and garbage. 630-359-3474

KIRKLAND UPPER 2 BEDROOM No pets/smoking. $550/mo + dep and utilities. 815-761-5574 Or 779-774-3042 ~ Lv Message

Malta: quiet, upper 2BR, appl., laundry, A/C, extra storage, NO PETS 815-751-0480

ROCHELLE 2 BEDROOM

Available now. Remodeled, clean and quiet, $550/mo.

815-758-6580 ~ 815-901-3346

Sycamore Nice 2BR + Loft TH N. Grove Crossing - Plank Rd. 2.5BA, A/C, W/D, full basement.

2 car, $1300. 630-416-0076

The Knolls Hot new deluxe townhomes.

2 & 3 Bedrooms.

Garage, C/A, Basement. Pets?

Starting at $645

815-757-1907 Wineberry - 2BR 2BA Townhome Fnshd Bsmnt, 2Car Gar, W/D. $1,050/mo Avail Now Call Pittsley Realty (815)756-7768

DeKalb 3BR, 1.5BA, Cul-De-Sac All appliances, new kit, c/a, bsmt.

2 car garage, garbage/water incl. $1200/mo + sec. 815-557-4425 Dekalb: Knolls, 1200 sq ft ranch, 3BR, 2BA, all appl., C/A, bsmnt, lndry hookup, 2 car attch. gar No pets/ smoke $1000/mo. 815-464-8646

GENOA 3BR, 2BA All appl incl, 1 car garage. Large yard, $950/mo. 847-502-8402 Sycamore: 1711 DeKalb Ave. Large 2 BR, 1.5BA. W/D in apt, D/W, C/A, microwave, stove, frig, disposal, balcony doors, security system. $790/mo. 815-756-2637

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE TWENTY-THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DEKALB COUNTY, ILLINOIS HEARTLAND BANK AND TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CITIZENS FIRST NATIONAL BANK, Plaintiff, v.

USA BUILDERS, LTD., MATTHEW ENOCH, UNKNOWN TENANTS OR OCCUPANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

No. 12 CH 477 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above-entitled cause, on April 4, 2013, in favor of Heartland Bank and Trust Company, Successor in Interest to Citizens First National Bank in the amount of $159,586.32, plus attorneys' fees of $2,002.50 and costs of $1,350.04 (the "Judgment"), Roger A. Scott, Sheriff of DeKalb County, or his Deputy, on Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at DeKalb County Public Safety Building, 150 North Main Street, Sycamore, Illinois 60178, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DeKalb, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to wit:

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The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Michael A. O'Brien, Esq. (630) 871-9400

Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to 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.

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The property is improved by: Commercial property The property may be inspected prior to sale: No.

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PUBLIC NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS DEMOLITION FOR TWO (2) PROPERTIES Dekalb County Facilities Management Office will receive sealed bids for the Demolition of (2) two properties located in Sycamore, Il until 12:00pm on May 8, 2013, at the Dekalb County Facilities Management Office, 150 N. Main St., Sycamore, Il 60178. All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 2:00pm, May 8, 2013 at the Dekalb County Legislative Building, Freedom Conference Room, 200 N. Main St., Sycamore, Il 60178.

Bidding Documents can be found on our website at www.dekalbcounty.org or can be picked up at the Dekalb County Facilities Management Office, 150 N. Main St., Sycamore, Il 60178, between the hours of 8:30am and 4:00pm.

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE JUVENILE COURT FOR JOHNSON COUNTY AT MOUNTAIN CITY, TENNESSEE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT SERVICES

OF

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CHARITY JOHNSON (PRESENT WHEREABOUTS KNOWN)

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No. J11042 ORDER FOR PUBLICATION In this cause, it appearing to the Court from the allegations of the Petition for Temporary Custody, with Respondent, Charity Johnson, the mother of the child, F.G., a copy of which Petition may be obtained at the office of the Juvenile Court for Johnson County at 222 West Main Street, Mountain City, Tennessee; that the whereabouts of Charity Johnson are unknown and, therefore, the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon her. lt is, therefore, ordered that said Respondent, Charity Johnson enter her appearance herein on June 18, 2013 for hearing on that date and plead or answer to the Petition filed against them, or the same will be taken as confessed and will be set for hearing ex parte, and that a copy of this Order will be published for four (4) consecutive weeks in the Daily Chronicle, a newspaper published in DeKalb, Illnois. /s/William B. Hawkins Johnson County Juvenile Court Judge (Published in the Daily Chronicle, April 19, 26, May 3, 10, 2013.)

PUBLIC NOTICE The regularly scheduled meeting for the Genoa Township Park District for Monday, May 20th, 2013 has been rescheduled for Monday, May 13th, 2013. The meeting will be held at Genoa City Hall located at 333. E. First St, Genoa Il at 6:30 p.m. Any further questions, please call Paul Bafia, Executive Director at (815) 784-5612.

This is a prevailing wage project.

(Published in the Daily Chronicle April 26, 2013.)

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Storage Notice of Public Sale of Personal Property Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 4 of the Self Storage Facility Act State of Illinois, the undersigned will sell at public sale on May 10th and May 11th, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, on the premises where property has been stored and which are located at: Kirkland Storage Solutions 901 W. Main St. (Rt. 72) Kirkland, IL 60146 815-522-3164 The personal property described below in the matter of: Unit # C13 Robert Michalski General/Miscellaneous (Published in the Daily Chronicle April 26, 2013)

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE TWENTY-THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DEKALB COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF: JAMES ROY GURLEY IV (minor) FOR CHANGE OF NAME PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on JUNE 12, 2013, at 9:00 A.M., at the DeKalb County Courthouse, 133 West State Street, Sycamore, Illinois, 60178 in the courtroom occupied by the presiding judge, Stefania Caporali will file his/her petition requesting that his/her sons name be changed from JAMES ROY GURLEY IV to JAMES ROY CAPORALI pursuant to the statute in such case made and provided. Any persons interested in said request for change of name may appear at said time and place, if they so desire.

Stefania Caporali 422 Georjean Court Sycamore, Illinois 60178 (Published in the Daily Chronicle, April 26, May 3 & 10, 2013.)

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PUBLIC NOTICE ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on April 24, 2013 a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of DeKalb County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post office addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as JUST 4 YOU TAXI located at 1709 WILLOW ST., SYCAMORE, IL 60178.

Dated April 24, 2013 /s/ John Acardo DeKalb County Clerk & Recorder (Published in the Daily Chronicle, April 26, MAY 3, 10, 2013.)

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WITNESS: Maureen A. Josh, Clerk of the Twenty-Third Judicial Circuit Court, and the seal thereof, DeKalb, Illinois Date: April 12, 2013 /s/ Maureen A. Josh Clerk of the Twenty-Third Judicial Circuit O'Brien Law Offices, P.C. Michael A. O'Brien Leslie G. Bleifuss 124A South County Farm Road Wheaton, Illinois 60187 Ph: (630) 871-9400 Fax: (630) 871-9435 Atty. No. 6216625/6224495 (Published in the Daily Chronicle, April 12, 19 & 26, 2013.)

(Published in the Daily Chronicle, April 12, 19 & 26, 2013.)

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 23RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DEKALB COUNTY SYCAMORE, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE ASSET BACKED SECURITIES CORPORATION HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES AEG 2006-HE1 ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES AEG 2006-HE1 PLAINTIFF VS. RODOLFO SALINAS A/K/A RODOLFO J. SALINAS, TERESA GARCIA, UNITED GUARANTY RESIDENTIAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH CAROLINA, WINEBERRY OF DEKALB HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION, WINEBERRY HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS. DEFENDANTS Property Address: 3482 White Oak Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 13 CH 67 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION AS TO UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to: WINEBERRY HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled action, that a Complaint for Foreclosure and Other Relief has been commenced in the Circuit Court of DeKalb County, by said Plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of certain mortgages conveying the premises legally described as follows: LOT 2 OF HIDDEN GROVE, A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 106 IN WINEBERRY P.U.D., A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF LOTS E AND F OF THE GEORGE FLINN FARM PLAT IN SECTIONS 2 AND 3, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN THE CITY OF DEKALB, DEKALB COUNTY, ILLINOIS P.I.N.: 08-03-427-002 COMMON ADDRESS: 3482 White Oak Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 And which mortgages were made by Rodolfo Salinas a/k/a Rodolfo J. Salinas, as Mortgagor (s); and given to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Aegis Funding Corpo-

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"THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE" W12-5126 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 23RD JUDICIAL DISTRICT DEKALB COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Bank of America, N.A.; Plaintiff, VS. Cary Gentry; Donna M. Gentry; Village of Malta; Discover Bank; Defendants.

12 CH 537 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, Sheriff Roger Scott, Sheriff of DeKalb, Illinois, will on May 23, 2013, at the hour of 01:00 PM at DeKalb County Sheriff`s Office, 150 North Main Street, Sycamore, IL 60178 , sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DeKalb, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: LOTS 3 AND 4 IN BLOCK 21 IN SPRAGUE`S ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF MALTA, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK "A" OF PLATS, PAGE 22, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF DEKALB AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 405 South 5th Street, Malta, IL 60150 PIN: 07-23-336-003 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W125126. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours.

The property is improved by: SFH. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 W12-5126 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I523741

gi unding rp ration as Mortgagee; to wit: that certain "Mortgage" dated October 31, 2005 and recorded as Document No.2005021922, that Summons was duly issued out of said court against you as provided by law, and that the said Complaint is now pending for foreclosure of said mortgages and for other relief.

Now, therefore, unless you WINEBERRY HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, file your Appearance and Answer to the Complaint in said action in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of DeKalb County, Chancery Division, on or before the May 20, 2013 default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer for relief in said Complaint.

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Penny A. Land Susan J. Notarius Kluever & Platt, LLC 65 E. Wacker Place, Suite 2300 Chicago, Illinois 60601 (312) 201-6679 Attorney No. 06187248 Our File #: SPSF.1000 I525190 (Published in the Daily Chronicle, April 19, 26, May 3, 2013.)

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MUST $264,900 $249,900 10280 BRANCH RD, ROCHELLE

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814 S ELEVENTH ST., DEKALB

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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY APRIL 28TH • 12PM-2PM • Gorgeous Ranch on 1.24ac lot • 3+BR 3BA w/beautifully finished basement • Great room features FP and built-ins • 3 season porch

• Big and Beautiful 3000sf home • 5BR-3.5BA w/1st floor master suite • Brick patio, wrap around porch and 3 car garage • Backs to Forest Preserve

• 4BR-2.5BA plus loft • Fresh paint throughout • Open kitchen with separate dining room • Large patio overlooking nice fenced yard • Home Warranty available • MLS #08323964

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• Well maintained 2unit on XL corner lot • 4BR 1BA lower – 1BR 1BA upper • Full basement and 2 car garage • Separate entrances. Separate heating • MLS# 08298095

• 4BR-2.5BA 2story on sizable lot • Fresh carpet and paint throughout • Master bath includes new standup shower • Screened porch overlooks fenced yard and mature trees • Home Warranty Available • MLS # 08320331

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$120,000 • 4 bedrooms, 1½ baths • Basement • Backs up to forest preserve • Garage with attached porch Call Sharon Rhoades: 815 739-6251

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!! This Devonshire home has 4 bedrooms with 2 1/2 baths, den, loft & gorgeous stone fireplace in the family room. Includes hardwood floors on the main floor; granite counter tops, 42" cherry cabinets, crown molding in the kitchen!

1460 Bristol Dr. Hampshire

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$129,000 • 2 baths • Remodeled kitchen and baths • Many hardwood floors • Lots of closet space • Close to Lincoln Elementary School Call Jerry Wahlstrom: 815-757-7867 GREAT TOWN HOME

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edroom, 2.5 Baths w/tons of living space! This home features 9 f o o t c e i l i n g s a n d HWF o n t h e main level. Lg kitchen includes island, ample cabinets and pantry. Open concept flows from kitchen to eating area to family r o o m ; w h i c h s h o w c a s e s WB F P .

239 Saint Adrews Dr. DeKalb hat a gem! Nothing to do but move in to this meticulously maintained and beautifully decorated home. Gourmet kitchen features all appliances, pantry, ceramic tile and crown molding. Master Suite boasts French doors leading to Huge WIC w/vanity.

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1957 DeKalb Ave. Sycamore, IL

146 Devonshire Dr. DeKalb ome take a look at what you've been wanting! 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths with riverfront, breathtaking views and tons of space for entertaining! Neutral paint and inviting layout will not disappoint. Family room boasts WB F P , H W F , a n d s l i d i n g p a t i o doors that lead to deck.

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This property includes 3 bedrooms, 1 bath ranch with deck. Large kitchen with breakfast bar, lots of cabinet space, all appliances.

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Cortland $159,500 95 W Meadow Dr. Backs to open area in Richland Trails, rent w/option possible, 2,100+ sq ft, 4br incl 14x17 master w/3 closets, loft, 2nd flr laundry, vaulted 16x10 fam rm. MLS ID 08263703 Peggy Ramirez 815-756-2557

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MLS ID 08299763 Nancy Watson 815-756-2557

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DeKalb $199,900 146 Devonshire Dr. In Heritage Ridge, 4br, 2.5ba, 22x15 liv rm w/fpl & crown molding, hardwood flr in din rm w/crown molding & kit w/birch cabinets, stainless appliances & walkin pantry. Fin bsmt, deck w/pergola. MLS ID 08320217 Melissa Mobile 815-756-2557

DeKalb $169,900 241 Thornbrook Rd. On 120x242 lot near NIU & on the river! 2,100+ sq ft, hardwood in 3 of the 4br, liv w/fpl.

Rehabbed kit & main flr baths, 18x15 fam rm, fin bsmt w/ rec rm & 3rd full bath. MLS ID 07978766 Melissa Mobile 815-756-2557

DeKalb $164,900 2072 Creek Ct. Approx. 1800 sq ft townhouse on corner lot across from River Heights Golf Course! 3br, 2.5ba, 26x14 liv rm w/brick gas fpl. 12x12 3-season rm opens to deck. Bsmt. MLS ID 08132372 Joline Suchy 815-784-4582

DeKalb $149,900 203 Regal Dr. In Tilton Park, approx 1,800 sq ft incl 25x25 fam rm addition w/fpl across back of home! 3br, 2ba, new kit flr, partly fin bsmt, fenced back yard. MLS ID 08318597 Nancy Watson 815-756-2557

DeKalb $115,000 709 S 4th St. Approx 1500 sq ft home has some remodeling done but needs finishing. 1st flr br/den, 2 more br up, hardwood flrs, 2 baths, 2 car garage. MLS ID 08231414 Diane Hammon 815-756-2557

DeKalb $89,900 1414 Oakwood Ave. Near Hopkins Park, new roof, hardwood under carpeting, 2br, full bsmt w/partial bath, breezeway/3 season porch to 1.5 car gar. MLS ID 08107511 Peggy Ramirez 815-756-2557

Genoa $265,000 11394 James Ct. Beautiful golf-course community home w/4 br, 2.5 ba on 1/2 acre lot. Pro landscaping.

Fam rm w/fplc. Priv back yard. Huge mstr br w/updated mstr ba. 2+ car gar. MLS ID 08320995 Joline Suchy 815-784-4582

Hinckley $210,500 541 Rees St. On 90x137 lot, 2,100+ sq ft, 4br, 2.5ba, kit has ceramic flr & opens to fam rm w/brick fpl, partly fin bsmt. MLS ID 08298651

Kingston $421,500 33133 Frank Lor Dr. Wooded 1+ acre, Brazillian cherry flrs, maple cabs, granite counters, 4 fpl & tray ceilings!

2,900+ sq ft, fin bsmt w/fam rm, rec, media & exercise rms, office, 4thbr & 4th bath. MLS ID 08278867 630-553-9000 Joline Suchy 815-784-4582

Kingston $225,000 8706 S Rood Rd. On almost 1 acre, 1,900+ sq ft, 3 big br, 2ba, 24x20 great rm w/fpl & pine cathedral ceiling.

17x16 all season rm w/hot tub, bsmt rec rm, brick paver patio. MLS ID 08318877 Katie Morsch 815-756-2557

Kingston $175,000 33731 Rebecca Rd. Split-level on nearly 3/4 acre in Rock-Bell, 3br, 2ba, oak cabinets & hardwood flr in kit, den plus fam rm w/fpl on lower level, updated roof. MLS ID 08323400 Candice Morris 815-756-2557

Kingston $154,900 409 S Sandra St. On 100x130 lot, USDA financing avail!

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Kirkland $220,000 100 Kyle Ln. On 3/4 acre lot in Hickory Ridge, approx.

1800 sq ft home w/hardwood flrs thru din, kit & fam rms.

4th br & 2nd ba in part fin bsmt, 32x20 deck. Will consider contract for deed. MLS ID 08282986 Peggy Ramirez 815-756-2557

Hinckley $104,900 420 Coster St. Brick 2br ranch near town & convenient to Rt.30 is ideal starter or investment. Freshly painted, Pergo flr in 22x13 liv rm. MLS ID 08254902 Sandra Ledesma

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Malta $94,500 407 E Van Buren St. On double fenced lot, 2br home w/ oak cabinets & Corian counters in 17x12 kit. Hardwood flrs, 17x13 fam rm w/fpl. Cedar deck w/screened rm.

MLS ID 08299166 Joline Suchy 815-784-4582

Maple Park $550,000 50W275 Route 64 Hwy. Commercial bldg in western Kane Co, 4,400 sq ft, insulated shop w/concrete flr, 220 3-phase electric, two-12 ft overhead drs, loft storage, equipped office. Will also consider lease. MLS ID 08253392 Julie Fabrizius 815-756-2557

Maple Park $179,000 5N861 Sunset St. On over half acre in Virgil View! Recent updates incl roof, siding, furnace, air, 6 panel drs, appliances & windows! 3br, crown molding in liv rm & in kit w/ hardwood flr. Bsmt, lge deck. MLS ID 08321961 Laureen Lindstrom 630-232-6900

Rochelle $259,900 13506 E Flagg Rd. Brick home on 2 acres, 3br, 3ba, arched doorways, fireplaces in liv & fam rms, walk-in pantry & ceramic flr in kit, bsmt, 2 car gar plus large barn! MLS ID 08318591 The Brunett Team 815-756-2557

Rochelle $139,900 14742 E Il Route 64. 2.9 acres just east of Rte 251, commercial potential, 3br, 13x20 liv rm w/fpl. Old hotel foundation on property that could be built on. MLS ID 08273038 Melissa Mobile 815-756-2557

Sycamore $299,500 1880 Spears Rd. 1.13 acres overlooking woods! Master br has whirlpool, corner fpl & tray ceil! Main flr 4thbr, hardwood flrs thru 1st flr, 2.5 car gar w/bsmt access, 20x18 deck, 18x44 Sonco inground pool! MLS ID 08319949 Kelly Miller 815-756-2557

Sycamore $249,500 517 Nathan Lattin Ln. Overlooking pond in Heron Creek, 2,650 sq ft, 17x15 master suite w/whirlpool, French drs to 4thbr or office, fpl in fam rm, hardwood flring in kit & din rm, lookout bsmt. MLS ID 08230721 Kelly Miller 815-756-2557

Sycamore $189,000 1626 Brickville Rd. Side-by-side ranch duplex on 60x178 lot is great investment, both units avail (currently leased), each has 2br & partly fin bsmt. Built-in storage attached to 2 car gar. MLS ID 08103300 Joline Suchy 815-784-4582

Sycamore $188,900 921 Scott Dr. 1,500+ sq ft, 3br, liv rm fpl, hardwood flr in din rm, kit has granite counters & vaulted ceiling, all appliances, rec rm & half bath in bsmt, deck w/retractable awning, fenced back yard. MLS ID 08320934 Julie Fabrizius 815-756-2557

Sycamore $187,000 1749 Brock Cir. 3 bedroom 3 bath unit in Grandview Townhouses! 15x13 sunroom, sliding doors open to cement patio. Fully applianced 12x17 kitchen. Full basement. MLS ID 08218796 Nancy Watson 815-756-2557

Sycamore $170,000 849 Croatian Ct. End-unit ranch townhouse backs to row of pine trees in Grandview Townhouses! 2br, 2ba, 29x14 liv/din combo w/fpl & vaulted ceiling w/skylites. Fin lower level. MLS ID 08264048 Nancy Watson 815-756-2557

Sycamore $162,500 1360 Florence Dr. Brick ranch on 120x125 lot, quick close, updated kit w/maple cabinets, den or 3rd bedroom, 26x13 liv rm w/fpl, vaulted 20x13 sun rm, fin bsmt w/rec rm, 2nd fpl & updated 3/4 bath! MLS ID 08293173 Kelly Miller 815-756-2557

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