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City seeks consent to close highway Officials propose shutting down part of Lincoln Highway for Corn Fest By DAVID THOMAS dthomas@shawmedia.com
DeKALB – The DeKalb City Council could petition the state for permission to close part of Lincoln Highway for Corn Fest over Labor Day weekend. City officials want the Illinois Department of Transportation to allow them to
close down Lincoln Highway between First and Fourth Street from 3 p.m. Aug. 29 to 9 p.m. Sept. 1. City Manager Mark Biernacki said the resolution the council will vote on Monday is similar to ones they’ve done in the past. “They weren’t in the past,” Biernacki said when asked if IDOT is hesitant to temporarily shut down part
of Lincoln Highway. “We don’t expect them to be in the future.” Corn Fest was held in downtown DeKalb for 30 years until the organizers moved it to DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport in 2008. At that time, the city was renovating downtown. On Feb. 1, festival organizers announced they wanted to
move it back downtown. The festival also was held near move-in day for Northern Illinois University students, but organizers want to push it back a week this year to Labor Day weekend. City officials wanted the change so they didn’t have to juggle resources between the festival and move-in day. Biernacki said it could
cost the city between $55,000 to $60,000 to host Corn Fest downtown. By comparison, hosting it at the airport had a price tag of only $40,000. There will be no parking fees for visitors, either. “There’s just no practical way to levy, let alone collect, such a fee downtown rather than at the airport,” Biernacki.
In addition to Lincoln Highway, parts of Second, Third and Locust streets will be closed as well. The city has the authority to close these streets without consulting state officials. The festival will be on the north side of the train tracks that run through downtown DeKalb, Biernacki said. In past years, Corn Fest spanned both sides of the tracks. Keeping it to one side eliminates a potential safety hazard.
Standardized Cremation catches on test raises bar SHIFT IN BURIAL METHODS
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SYCAMORE – Sycamore District 427 is aligning its curriculum with new testing standards, but changes to the standardized test students will take in March could result in lower scores. “The kids don’t know any less,” said Kristine Webster, the district’s director of curriculum and instruction. “They haven’t gone backwards.” The district won’t be able to accurately measure the effectiveness of the common core curriculum until spring 2015, when it’s completely aligned with the common core standards. For the past few years, District 427 has been working to implement the common core standards in the classrooms. The curriculum currently meets the standard in both math and English Language Arts, which includes reading, writing, speaking and listening. The district also will work to bring science and social studies to match the common core standards in the future. The Illinois State Board of Education has made a few changes to the Illinois Standard Achievement Test, raising the bar for students across the state. The board has aligned 20 percent of the ISAT to common core standards while also raising the cut scores for the test and making it more challeng-
ing for students. “We’re excited that there is a push for more rigor,” Superintendent Kathy Countryman said. Illinois is one of 44 states that uses the common core standard with a curriculum designed to adequately prepare students to be college and career ready. Adopted in 2010, these core standards are internationally bench marked so students can compete globally with a more intense curriculum. More than 85 percent of D-427 students met or exceeded the test’s standard score in the past two years, compared to the state average of 82 percent. D-427 currently has teachers assigned to Common Core Implementation Teams, which Webster said has been an insightful process. “It’s really allowed us to have some great conversations about what’s good for the kids,” she said. D-427 students from third to eighth grade will take the ISAT the first week in March. The results will be available to parents this fall. “When they see the scores, they may be surprised by them,” Countryman said. “But we feel like we’re on a good path. We’re going to stay the course. We have a curriculum in place.” Countryman said parents will be receiving more information about the ISAT in the coming days.
Manhunt on for ex-cop accused of killing three The ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES – Thousands of police officers throughout Southern California and neighboring states hunted Thursday for a disgruntled former Los Angeles officer wanted for going on a deadly shooting rampage that Christopher he warned Dorner in an online posting would target those on the force who wronged him, authorities said. Police issued a statewide “officer safety warn-
ing” and police were sent to protect people named in the posting that was believed to be written by the fired officer, Christopher Dorner, who has military training. Among those mentioned were members of the Los Angeles Police Department. “I will bring unconventional and asymmetrical warfare to those in LAPD uniform whether on or off duty,” said the manifesto. It also asserted: “Unfortunately, I will not be alive to see my name cleared. That’s what this is about, my name. A man is nothing without his name.”
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Merv Mathison, of Anderson Funeral Home in DeKalb, demonstrates with an empty box Wednesday how a body is placed into the cremator.
Funeral homes cite cost as a reason By JEFF ENGELHARDT jengelhardt@shawmedia.com
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ichael Butala became the first funeral home director to install a crematory in DeKalb County
in 1993. That year, the county coroner issued only 105 cremation permits. Fast forward 19 years and that number has quadrupled, with 415 cremation permits issued compared to 184 burial permits. Butala, director of Butala Funeral Homes & Crematory in Sycamore, said he saw the trend toward cremations coming, but could not pinpoint a reason for the recent surge. According to the Cremation Association of North America, the rate for cremations has grown from 26 percent of all deaths in 2000 to a projected 45 percent in 2015. Butala said that benchmark already has been reached at his funeral home, with almost 50 percent of his customers opting for cremation. “I don’t think society is dictating it, I don’t think religion is dictating it, it’s just a trend,” Butala said. “Cost is a factor, geography is a factor, but I really don’t think there is just one reason.” Although there are numerous reasons for the shift to cremations, Barry Melton, funeral director at Anderson Funeral Home in DeKalb, said cost is the largest factor. Melton said traditional burials often cost more than $10,000 while fullservice, high-end cremation options
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A recording graph located on the cremator at Anderson Funeral Home is used to record the time and temperature during cremations.
“I don’t think society is dictating it, I don’t think religion is dictating it, it’s just a trend.” Michael Butala DeKalb County funeral director
are less than $5,000. The discrepancy is even greater in larger cities, where it can cost thousands for a grave site, hundreds more for an opening fee and then all the costs of cement containers, caskets and other necessary items for burials. Melton said those costs would only rise as cemetery space fills up. The increase in cremations led to Anderson
Funeral Home adding a crematory about seven years ago, Melton said, because half the customers request that service. “When I started 36 years ago, cremation was a bad word,” Melton said. “Now you can take ashes into churches and have them blessed and everything.” Many religions have embraced cremations, including the Catholic church. Ken Anderson, pastor at St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb, said the church constructed a columbarium on its cemetery about a year ago because of the increase in families choosing cremation over burials. The columbarium displays the urns and containers of cremains.
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Almost all you need is love My students often loathe their current news/feature writing assignment, but their negative reaction is actually a good teaching moment. Novice journalists often fail to realize that people don’t care whether or not reporters like their assignments. A reporter’s job is to report – accurately and compellingly – on a topic. If they like doing so, it’s gravy. If not, too bad. Am I sending students to a war zone? Making them sit through a planning and zoning commission meeting? Having them write a feature sympathetic to drug dealers? No. I’m making them write about love. Well, not exactly. I’m making them write about Valentine’s Day, a holiday that celebrates love. The bitterness about the assignment typically results from bitterness about Valentine’s Day, which students oversimplify as a made-up “Hallmark holiday” designed to guilt overspending consumers into yet more discretionary spending they can ill afford. Besides that, people not in a relationship don’t want to be reminded about their status by those who are. Let’s start with the made-up/ Hallmark part. Actually, the origin of Valentine’s Day goes back so far (at least two millennia) that there is no universally agreed upon basis for the holiday. The Catholic Church, for example,
THE FINE LINE Jason Akst recognizes three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus, according to the History Channel. Another theory is that the Christian church decided to “Christianize” the pagan holiday of Lupercalia. Lupercalia, which was celebrated in mid-February, was a fertility festival dedicated to Faunus, the Roman god of agriculture. Even the modern tradition of exchanging cards goes back to at least 1840, when Esther A. Howland began mass producing them. The Greeting Card Association estimated last year that Americans exchanged about 145 million cards in 2012, not including children’s packaged valentines. Now let’s talk about the money (not to go all gushy on you). Valentine’s Day has major economic impact. The National Retail Federation estimated on Jan. 31 that this year, the average person 18 and older plans to spend $131 on candy, cards, gifts and more, up from $126 last year. Total spending will reach $18.6 billion. About half (51 percent) of gift-givers will buy candy, spending $1.6 billion, and 37 percent will spend $1.9 billion on flowers. Others will buy jewelry, spending more than $4.4 billion on diamonds, gold and silver, the NRF says. Some
will buy clothing, spending more than $1.6 billion. Gift cards and the restaurant industry also will do well. Sweetie, please don’t read the next paragraph. Love you! Of course, numbers like these enable my self-doubt. I love my wife completely and am pleased with my gifts that cost about $50, but I was at Kohl’s on Wednesday and heard one young man tell the jewelry associate he’d like to keep his Valentine’s gift less than $300. A moment later, another man told the same associate he was looking to spend about $600. But I assign a Valentine’s Day feature anyway, for a reason that has nothing to do with money: we don’t express our love for one another nearly enough. The older I become, the more certain I am of our collective human shortcomings. You don’t have to spend lots of money, but you should tell the people you love that you love them. But in case you hated everything I just wrote and are just not feeling the love, fear not: I have something for you, too. According to according to 41,000 Google search results, this week is national “Dump Your Significant Jerk Week.”
•JasonAkstteachesjournalismand public relations at Northern Illinois University. You can reach him at jasondakst@gmail.com.
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Blizzard threatens NYC, New England By BRIDGET MURPHY The Associated Press BOSTON – A blizzard of potentially historic proportions threatened to strike the Northeast with a vengeance today, with 1 to 2 feet of snow feared along the densely populated Interstate 95 corridor from the New York City area to Boston and beyond. From Pennsylvania to Maine, people rushed to stock up on food, shovels and other supplies, and road crews readied salt and sand, halfway through what had been a merciful winter. Boston, Providence, R.I., Hartford, Conn., and other New England cities called off school today, and airlines canceled more than 1,700 flights, with the disruptions certain to ripple across the U.S. Forecasters said this could one for the record books. “This one doesn’t come along every day. This is going to be a dangerous winter storm,” said Alan Dunham, meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Taunton, Mass. “Wherever you need to get to, get there by [this] afternoon and don’t plan on leaving.” The snow is expected to start [this] morning, with the heaviest amounts falling at night and into Saturday. Wind gusts could reach 65 mph. Widespread power failures were feared, along with flooding in coastal areas still recovering from Superstorm Sandy in October. Boston could get more than 2 feet
Dorner has available multiple weapons including an assault rifle, said police Chief Charlie Beck, who urged Dorner to surrender. “Nobody else needs to die,” he said. More than 40 protection details were assigned to possible targets of Dorner. Police spokesman Cmdr. Andrew Smith said he couldn’t remember a larger manhunt
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Chris Oppenberg of Andover Small Engine Service assembles a home generator Thursday for a customer in Andover, Mass., in preparation for a major winter storm headed toward the U.S. Northeast. The National Weather Service calls for up to 2 feet of snow expected for a Boston-area region that has seen mostly bare ground this winter. of snow, while New York City was expecting 10 to 14 inches. Mayor Michael Bloomberg said plows and 250,000 tons of salt were being put on standby. “We hope forecasts are exaggerating the amount of snow, but you never can tell,” Bloomberg said, adding that at least the bad weather is arriving on a weekend, when the traffic is lighter and snowplows can clean up the streets more easily. Amtrak said its Northeast trains will stop running this afternoon. The organizers of New York’s Fashion
Week – a closely watched series of fashion shows held under a big tent – said they will have extra crews to help with snow removal and will turn up the heat and add an extra layer to the venue. Blizzard warnings were posted for parts of New Jersey and New York’s Long Island, as well as portions of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut, including Hartford, New Haven, Conn., and Providence. The warnings extended into New Hampshire and Maine.
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by the department. The hunt spread from California to Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, said a U.S. Marshals Service official who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the official was not authorized to publicly comment. A burned-out pickup truck reported near the Big Bear ski area at 8:35 a.m. came under investigation. TV news helicopters showed a rifle-equipped
team being delivered to the area in the San Bernardino Mountains. San Bernardino County sheriff’s Deputy Zach Beckum said the pickup fire was being investigated but there has been no sighting of Dorner. Beckum said local school officials decided to lock down the schools. The Bear Mountain ski resort closed its slopes and FBI agents manned a checkpoint to question drivers leaving the area.
The search for Dorner, who was fired from the LAPD in 2008 for making false statements, began after he was linked to a weekend killing in which one of the victims was the daughter of a former police captain who had represented him during the disciplinary hearing. Authorities believe Dorner opened fire early Thursday on police in cities east of Los Angeles, killing an officer and wounding another.
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Nerves still raw New local history book revealed over nature trail By STEPHANIE HICKMAN
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DeKALB – Months after ComEd cleared a bunch of trees around the DeKalb Nature Trail, relations between certain members of the public and DeKalb park commissioners still are raw. An update on the group that would restore the nature trail devolved an open question-and-answer session between park commissioners and Angela Bollinger, one citizen who has been very vocal on the tree issue. Bollinger said she was hoping to get answers to questions she and other concerned individuals have had. “Are park district officials coming into these meetings informed?” Bollinger said. “Just because ComEd said it’s appropriate, doesn’t mean it is.” In November, work crews hired by ComEd cleared 1.3 miles of trees and brush along a prairie path between Sycamore Road and First Street. Residents like Bollinger have voiced anger at the destruction they saw, and have demanded ComEd to be held liable. ComEd has an easement along the power lines in the area, allowing them to clear any brush near those lines. Park commissioner Mike Teboda shared some of the criticism he has received since then. He said people have accused him of lying and being a lackey for ComEd, while others have demanded his resignation. Bollinger spoke up during a public meeting Thursday when park commissioner Phil Young was talking about the first meeting of a group that consisted of park district officials and staff, some concerned residents, a nature expert and ComEd officials. For the next 15 minutes, Bollinger engaged board pres-
SYCAMORE – The last 50 years have brought innovation, growth and other changes to DeKalb County, all of which are documented in a new book. The DeKalb County Genealogical and Historical Society hosted a sneak peak of its new book “Acres of Change: A History of DeKalb County, Illinois 1963-2012” Thursday as part of the Sycamore History Museum’s monthly Brown Bag Lunch. Contributing authors Marcia Wilson and Barry Schrader gave guests a glimpse into the chapters of the book at the DeKalb County Community Foundation, 475 DeKalb Ave. in Sycamore. A sequel to “From Oxen to Jets,” the 304-page book captures the last 50 years in photos and provides a plethora of historical information about DeKalb County. The book covers topics such as agriculture, religion, education and government. Wilson said the book is a strong representation of everything the county has experienced the last 50 years. She said people often tend to focus on DeKalb and Sycamore, but this book gives a look into areas with which
“Are park district oficials coming into these meetings informed? Just because ComEd said it’s appropriate, doesn’t mean it is.” Angela Bollinger Concerned resident ident Joan Berkes Hanson on the park district’s commitment to restoring the nature trail. Bollinger asked why the park district hasn’t taken advantage of free tree saplings offered by a nearby forest preserve. Hanson replied that it would be irresponsible to grow trees that large that would eventually be cleared by ComEd. “It is not ComEd’s decision to dictate what should be grown there,” Bollinger said. Hanson said she is committed to restoring the nature trail so it is exceptional and sustainable. But she added that living up to the community’s expectations might be impossible. The park board will get a second opinion on the easement ComEd has along the Nature Trail, something Bollinger was asking for. The board voted to not spend more than $1,000 on this. Bollinger and Hanson were split in their view of ComEd. Bollinger believes ComEd is deceiving the board in how liable they are for the tree clearing. Hanson said she is trying to strike a more diplomatic approach to the situation, adding that according to their attorney, there is very little they can mandate ComEd to do. “I’m stern but not confrontational with them,” Hanson said. “We have to work together. If we push too far ... I don’t feel like we’re at that point.”
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Marcia Wilson looks on as Barry Schrader gives a presentation Thursday on the history of DeKalb County in Sycamore. people may not be as familiar. One of these hidden secrets is the Waterman Clock that sits across the street from the Clinton Township Public Library in Waterman. The library also is a historic site because it’s the smallest Carnegie library in the U.S. “This county is just rich in history and heritage,” Schrader said. Other sites featured in the book include St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sandwich and the Glidden Homestead in DeKalb. While many of the authors focused on writing their own
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8BRIEFS DeKalb brothers charged in home invasion SYCAMORE – Two DeKalb teenage brothers were charged with home invasion Wednesday after police said they threatened to shoot Adale neighbors in their apartment Cross complex. Adale Cross, 19, and DaShawn Cross, 18, both of the 800 block of Greenbrier Road in DeKalb, DaShawn were being held Cross Thursday on $100,000 bond. They were both charged with home invasion and battery; the more serious charge is typically punishable with between six and 30 years in prison. According to court documents, the Crosses approached the apartment a little after 5 p.m. Wednesday, threatening to shoot the two men who lived there if they got inside. The Crosses pried the door open and then punched the victims repeatedly before fleeing, court documents show. Police reports stated the two alleged victims told officers the Crosses were responsible. They were treated for contusions and lacerations at Kishwaukee Com-
munity Hospital.
– Jeff Engelhardt
Police: Sandwich man pulled gun in parking lot SANDWICH – A 55-year-old Sandwich man on parole for felony drunk-driving allegedly pulled an air pistol on store employees when they confronted him about shoplifting, police said. Thomas W. Fiala, of the 700 block of Cynthia Drive, was charged with misdemeanor aggravated assault, according to a Sandwich police news release. He allegedly pointed an air pistol at employees about 1:45 p.m. Jan. 31 when they discussed an alleged theft with him, police said. The incident happened in the 0-99 block of North Eddy Street. Sandwich police identified Fiala through financial records, the release stated. LaSalle County Sheriff’s police arrested Fiala on Sunday on an unrelated warrant, and Sandwich police obtained a warrant alleging aggravated assault Monday.
DeKalb police respond to Gideon Court call DeKALB – Police responded with overwhelming force to a report of a man who was brandishing a rifle at the Gideon Court Apartments, 1325 W. Lincoln Highway, at 10:45 p.m. Wednesday. Police arrived on the scene with rifles and ballistic shields because
they didn’t know what the man was going to do with the gun, DeKalb Police Lt. Jason Leverton said. By the time police arrived, the man had taken his own life. The incident ended with no bystanders or police hurt, Leverton said. Anyone experiencing emotional distress or struggling with thoughts of suicide can call Suicide Prevention Services’ 24-hour hotline at 800-784-2433. – Daily Chronicle
Governor approves roads, child-services money SPRINGFIELD – Illinois road construction projects will get a $675 million boost this spring under a package of short-term spending projects Gov. Pat Quinn signed into law Thursday that Republicans complained was rushed through with little input from taxpayers. The supplemental spending bill, which the Senate approved just hours before Quinn signed it, also includes $9 million to keep East St. Louis public schools open through the end of the term and restores $12 million for community mental health program grants, which had been cut from the previous budget. Senate Republicans complained that the $1.5 billion spending package was too much, too soon – although some of it simply was redirected from other purposes or federal money that just needed
8POLICE REPORTS Editor’s note: Information in Police Reports is obtained from the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office and city police departments. Individuals listed in Police Reports who have been charged with a crime have not been proven guilty in court.
DeKalb city Paul J. Williams, 22, of the 800 block of Edgebrook Drive in DeKalb, was charged Wednesday, Feb. 6, with theft. Robert E. Price Jr., 22, of the 3700 block of Monroe Street in Chicago, was charged Wednesday, Feb. 6, with theft.
Anthony A. Stevenson, 22, of the 800 block of Edgebrook Drive in DeKalb, was charged Wednesday, Feb. 6, with possession of marijuana. Jacob A. Millhorn, 25, of the 1500 block of Elmwood Street in DeKalb, was charged Wednesday, Feb. 6, with driving under the influence of alcohol and possession of drug paraphernalia. Dominique C. Williams, 26, of the 300 block of South Sixth Street in DeKalb, was arrested Thursday, Feb. 7, on a warrant for unlawful use of a credit card. Valencia L. Martin, 19, of the
1100 block of West Hillcrest Street in DeKalb, was arrested Wednesday, Feb. 6, on a failureto-appear warrant for resisting a peace officer. Andre T. Morrow, 23, of the 800 block of Edgebrook Drive in DeKalb, was charged Wednesday, Feb. 6, with two counts of domestic battery.
Northern Illinois University Marcus P. Hankton, 22, of Chicago, was arrested Wednesday, Feb. 6, on a warrant for criminal trespass to real property.
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The cremator at Anderson Funeral Home in DeKalb is seen through blinds from the viewing room that may be used by families during a cremation.
New green movement trends starting • BURIALS Continued from page A1 Anderson said he believes a major reason for the increase is the mobility of families, noting he has siblings spread out in Wisconsin and California. By opting for cremation, families have more time to unite for a memorial service. “It is a surprise to me,” he said of the increase in cremations. “But between the breakup of families and mobility of families, it gives them a chance to do a service sometimes weeks later. We
still prefer it is as immediate as possible, though.” Butala and Melton said they believe the trend will continue, but there are already new trends starting slowly in the “green” movement. Butala said some states are seeing an increase in alkaline hydrolysis – an alternative to cremation that decomposes the body through a mixture of chemicals and heat, creating less carbon emissions than cremation. Anderson said “green burials” also are popular in states such as Wisconsin. Those burials use no casket,
cement or other preservation units as the body is buried directly in the ground. All the changes, they said, are a reflection of a shift from traditions to more individual-oriented ceremonies. “I can’t begin to tell you some of the unique things people do,” Melton said. “We have had people spread ashes on Wrigley Field, mail routes, fishing ponds – you name it.” Loved ones can even be sent to the stars. “You know you can be shot out into outer space?” Butala said. “It’s unbelievable.”
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legislative authorization. “There’s some decent things in there,” said Sen. Matt Murphy, R-Palatine. “We felt there was an opportunity to reach common ground on some smaller pieces of the package, and that would have been a good start to the session, to look for common ground rather than ramming through more spending on a partisan basis.” But the rush was on because unanticipated state and federal revenue will allow the Illinois Department of Transportation to pump $675 million into additional road and bridge projects this spring. Construction season is just around the corner. “The projects are going to be let in March so we had to move expeditiously to make sure we move forward on them and get them built,” said Sen. Dan Kotowski, the Park Ridge Democrat who sponsored the bill. The supplemental appropriation is an annual procedure to shore up parts of the state budget running short of funds halfway through the fiscal year.
Gov. Quinn’s ethics proposal raises questions SPRINGFIELD – The idea seems simple enough: Ban Illinois lawmakers from voting or taking action on anything that might benefit them personally, all in the name of honest government. But the ethics proposal Gov. Pat Quinn outlined in his State
8OBITUARIES LEROY LOUIS ‘LEE’ LANDMEIER Born: Dec. 1, 1924, in Elk Grove Township, Ill. Died: Feb. 6, 2013, in Aurora, Ill. PLANO – LeRoy Louis “Lee” Landmeier, 88, of Plano, Ill., passed away Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013, at Presence Mercy Center in Aurora. He was born Dec. 1, 1924, in Elk Grove Township, the son of Elmer and Ida (Broker) Landmeier. Lee was united in marriage to the former Blanche Tenut on May 31, 1947, in Elmhurst, and they spent the next 50 happy years together until her passing May 12, 1997. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle who will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Mr. Landmeier was a longtime member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Hinckley. Lee lived and farmed in the area for more than 50 years and was a member of the Kane County Farm Bureau. He was formerly employed by the ElmhurstChicago Stone Company and the Meyer Material Company in Big Rock. Lee enjoyed going to the Plano American Legion, bowling and being with his friends at the Fox Valley Older Adults in Sandwich. He is survived by his children, Denise (Rick) Spooner of Sandwich, Diane (J.C.) Oros, Debbie (Tim) Alfredson, and Duane (Dana) Landmeier, all of Hinckley; grandchildren, Kristin (Jake) Goff of DeKalb, Eric Oros, Justin (Traci Beane) Alfredson, Maggie Alfredson, Lacey Landmeier and Corbin Landmeier, all of Hinckley; great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Brayden and Colleen Goff; brothers-in-law, Norm Tenut and Ray Tenut; special friend, Adeline “Phreddie” Ward of Shabbona; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Blanche; son, Dennis; and sister, Gladys (Edwin) Koop. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 11, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 12760 Lee Road, Hinckley, with Pastor Christopher Navurskis officiating. Interment will follow at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Hinckley. Friends may visit from 2 until 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10, at Nash-Nelson Memorial Chapel, 141 N. Maple St., Hinckley.
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of the State speech has sparked questions about whom it targets and whether it’s necessary as the state deals with mountainous financial problems. Some Republicans and political experts also have alleged political motives, suggesting the Chicago Democrat was simply floating the proposal to lay the groundwork for what could become a pet issue in his 2014 re-election bid. Quinn insisted Thursday that the issue has long been his priority and said newly-sworn in lawmakers might be more receptive to such a plan. “It’s not directed at anything other than what’s good for the people,” he said. “We have to understand that the people of Illinois come first. The office holders always have to take a back seat to what’s best for everyday people.” Quinn zeroed in on ethics in his annual address, a roughly 40minutes campaign-style speech that made nods to a long list of populist issues, from schools to immigration to spending. With two predecessors sent to prison for corruption, Quinn boasted about how he has cleaned up the office before announcing his proposal that would bar lawmakers from voting or taking official action deemed a conflict of interest. Some lawmakers said they were confused by timing: Illinois traditionally enacts reforms in the
wake of scandal and they expected more details on finances when Quinn has made overhauling pensions his top issue for more than a year. Illinois has a nearly $100 billion pension problem, the worst of any U.S. state.
Memorials in Lee’s name may be directed to the American Heart Association or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory. For information, visit www.NelsonFuneralHomes.com or call 815-286-3247. To sign the online guest book, visit www.legacy.com/daily-chronicle.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Todd R. Moser Memorial Fund for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Program at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, sent in care of Anderson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 605, 2011 S. Fourth St., DeKalb, IL 60115. For information, visit www.AndersonFuneralHomeLtd.com or call 815-756-1022. To sign the online guest book, visit www.legacy.com/daily-chronicle.
TODD R. MOSER Born: Aug. 9, 1963, in DeKalb, Ill. Died: Feb. 6, 2013, in DeKalb, Ill. DeKALB – Todd R. Moser, 49, of DeKalb, Ill., died Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013, surrounded by his loving family at home, following a courageous two-year battle with cancer. Born Aug. 9, 1963, in DeKalb, the son of Kenneth G. and Barbara L. (Van Vlerah) Moser, Todd married Patricia E. Mitchell on Sept. 8, 2007, at Sycamore United Methodist Church. Todd was employed as lead technician in the medical room at Tegrant, formerly Alloyd, for 27 years. An avid hunter and sportsman, Todd was a longtime member of Kishwaukee Archery Club, as well as a board member and range captain. He also was a loyal fan of the Chicago Bears, Cubs and Bulls. He is survived by his wife, Pat; children, Tara (Mike) Lesorgen of Sycamore, and Benjamin Moser and Brandon Moser, both of DeKalb; grandchildren, Mattea, Mackenzie, Maddox, Marley, Aubree and Brayden; siblings, Tom Siebalt of Mount Morris, Terry (Linda) Soltow of Belvidere, Tim (Ellen) Moser of DeKalb, Tracy (Ida Mitchell) Moser of DeKalb and Trent (Kris) Moser of Cortland; parents, Ken and Barb, of Greenville, Mich.; stepchildren, Chris Thompson of DeKalb, Craig Thompson of Tennessee, Jonathan Thompson of Sycamore and Veronica Thompson of DeKalb; numerous stepgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents; and two stepsons, Josh Thompson and Timothy Kuehl. The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9, at Anderson Funeral Home, DeKalb. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 10, at Anderson Funeral Home, DeKalb, with Terry Soltow officiating. Burial will follow in Ohio Grove Cemetery, rural Sycamore.
Former Peterson lawyer sues current lawyer CHICAGO – A public quarrel between one former and one current attorney for Drew Peterson over who is to blame for the suburban Chicago police officer’s murder conviction has escalated again – this time in the form of a defamation lawsuit. Joel Brodsky, Peterson’s lead trial attorney who has since stepped down from the legal team, filed the 31-page suit this week that hurls bitter denunciations wrapped in legalese at Steve Greenberg, a co-counsel at the trial who still is representing Peterson. The burgeoning feud comes before a Will County judge is set to rule Feb. 19 on a defense motion for a new trial based on allegations of Brodsky’s inadequate representation. If the judge rejects the motion, Peterson would immediately be sentenced on his September conviction for killing his third wife, Kathleen Savio. Peterson also is suspect in the 2007 disappearance of his fourth wide, Stacy Peterson, though he has never been charged. –Wire reports
BETTY JEAN RHOADS Born: July 28, 1934 Died: Feb. 6, 2013, in Dixon, Ill. ROCHELLE – Betty Jean Rhoads, 78, of Rochelle, Ill., passed away Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013, at Dixon Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Born July 28, 1934, the daughter of Eugene and Nellie (Dean) Wardell, she married John R. Rhoads on April 19, 1963. Betty worked as a skein winder for Caron International, retiring in 1972. Betty is survived by four sons, Donald (Linda) of Rochelle, Richard (Deana) of Rochelle, Daniel (Melissa) of Manhattan, Kan., and Michael (Laurie), also of Rochelle; one stepdaughter, Linda (Miguel) Medrano of Rockford; 14 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Rhoads on June 30, 2006; daughter, Debbie Rhoads; son, Tony Rhoads; parents; grandson, Sergio Miranda Jr.; brother, Bobby Waddell; and sister, Edna Jefferys. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 11, at UngerHorner Funeral Home, Rochelle. The visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Restland Cemetery in Mendota. Memorial to be established at a later date. Visit the online guest book at www.UngerHorner.com. To sign the online guest book, visit www.legacy.com/daily-chronicle.
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8OUR VIEW
8SKETCH VIEW
Corn Fest returns to downtown
8 ANOTHER VIEW
Yes, let’s weigh in on Christie
Every week, it seems, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie’s name inches higher on the list of potential 2016 Republican presidential candidates. As a result, unlike any public figure in recent memory, he is increasingly compelled to assure reporters and the general public that his weight does not impair his ability to lead. Christie, by any measure, is obese. This has provided endless fodder for late-night talk show hosts – David Letterman has ridiculed him for years – and politicos who hope to use his weight against him. Stereotypes masquerade as facts: Fat is undisciplined. Fat is lazy. Fat is bound for an early grave. Fat makes for great TV, too, the theory goes, from sitcoms to cable news shows. So after Christie jokingly pulled out a doughnut on Letterman’s show earlier this week, former White House physician Connie Mariano diagnosed the governor from afar on CNN: “I worry that he may have a heart attack,” she said. “He may have a stroke. It’s almost like a time bomb waiting to happen unless he addresses those issues before he runs for office.” Mariano worked for three presidents and wrote memoirs about her time at the White House. Visit her website, however, and you’ll find a photo of her only with former President Bill Clinton and a quote from him extolling her book. Combine her on-air interview with her website and she comes off as unprofessional and partisan. Christie’s response to Mariano was typically brusque: Unless she does what a doctor is supposed to do – examine the patient and record his family history – “she should shut up.” Agreed. The Centers for Disease Control and
VIEWS Connie Schultz Prevention reports that more than a third of Americans are obese. Still, fat jokes are a popular form of entertainment in this country. If you’re on Facebook, for example, you probably have seen the photos of morbidly obese customers at Wal-Mart. The comment threads about the ample backsides of unsuspecting shoppers will make you lose faith in humanity; I swear. Such cruelty can play out differently in politics, which brings us back to Christie. His approval ratings soared in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Even those who hated him had to concede that he was there for the people of his state – so much so that he hugged the president and then fired back at those who dared to criticize him for his gratitude. The flood lines receded, and the fat jokes returned, but Christie’s political opponents – Republicans and Democrats alike – are ill-advised to make his size a campaign issue. When it comes to the governor’s struggles with weight, millions of Americans are on his side. Don’t think for a minute that Christie doesn’t know that, too. “If you talked to anybody who has struggled with their weight, what they would tell you is, ‘Every week, every month, every year, there’s a plan,’ ” Christie said Tuesday at a news conference in New Jersey. “The idea that somehow I don’t care about this – of course I care about it, and I’m making the best effort I can.” Sounding like millions of other Americans, 50-year-old Christie acknowledged that dieting has been a regular part of his
life for decades. “Sometimes I’m successful, and other times I’m not,” he said. “And sometimes periods of great success are followed by periods of great failure.” But I’m not a Christie fan, because of his version of America. He has consistently attempted to demonize public-school teachers and called their union leaders “political thugs.” When a woman asked him during an interview on a local television show, whether it was fair for him to cut funding to public schools when his children attend private school, he smacked her down. “None of your business,” he said. “I don’t ask you where you send your kids to school. Don’t bother me where I send mine.” Christie opposes marriage equality for gay Americans and vetoed a bill last year that would have allowed it. He also is anti-choice. He’s just fine with turning over control of a woman’s body to the government. He’s got an attitude problem with women, too. Responding to a female heckler at a Mitt Romney rally last year, he said, “You know, something may go down tonight, but it ain’t gonna be jobs, sweetheart.” Those are just some of the reasons Christie should never be president. There are plenty more. Enough with the speculation about Christie’s health. It’s the weight of his politics that could threaten the well-being of Americans.
•ConnieSchultzisaPulitzerPrize-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.
8 ANOTHER VIEW
Lawmakers invest retirement dollars in junk bonds
investment grade securities. More than 14 percent of the TRS bond portfolio is tied up in junk bonds according to its comprehenSPRINGFIELD – Years ago, when I was sive annual financial report for 2012. a reporter for a newspaper in Las Vegas, I Companies in financial distress issue encountered a homeless family living in a these bonds and try to lure would-be invesshelter. tors by offering high interest rates. The family consisted of a husband, wife Of course, if the company goes bust, and their four children who lost everything speculators lose everything. because of the husband’s gambling habits. I don’t know about you, but I wouldn’t “When I lost the rent money, I decided it want to invest any of my retirement savwas time to go back to the casino and win it ings in this type of scheme. But apparently, back,” the father explained. some folks in state government think it’s The parents took more risks trying to a perfectly fine place to put our teachers’ win their money back; instead they became retirement savings. destitute. The problem is our state pension sysThis is the same mindset Illinois tems are underfunded to the tune of more lawmakers have as they invest pension than $200 billion, under new accounting money. standards. The state is turning to increasingly So those handling investments for the risky investments in an effort to make up pension funds are feeling the pressure to its shortfall. get higher returns. For example, the Teachers’ Retirement And if those investments go south, IlSystem, or TRS, holds more than $1 billion linois taxpayers will be asked to make up in junk bonds, formally known as subthe difference.
By SCOTT REEDER
Illinois Policy Institute
Investment losses are one factor in a complex formula pension funds use when determining how much tax money to request from the Legislature each year. It should frustrate not just teachers but all Illinois taxpayers that their money is being invested in this manner. Even more frightening is that legislation has been introduced to make the state taxpayers explicitly responsible for pension systems’ shortfalls. Do taxpayers really want to be guaranteeing junk bonds? So who can be trusted? I, for one, believe in the individual. Eighty-five percent of private sector workers don’t have pensions. They use IRAs, 401(k) plans and other defined contribution plans to make investment decisions for themselves. Why not government workers as well?
•ScottReederisaveteranstatehouse reporter and the journalist in residence at the Illinois Policy Institute. He can be reached at sreeder@illinoispolicy.org.
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When organizers of Corn Fest first decided to move the music festival from downtown DeKalb to the DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport, they characterized it as a temporary move. Now it appears they want to keep their word. With renovations complete in the downtown area, organizers have asked the DeKalb City Council to approve moving the free music festival back to downtown DeKalb for 2013. We have used this space in the past to voice support for keeping the festival at the airport. The festival was cheaper to stage at the airport, a cost of $40,000 instead of $55,000 to $60,000, city officials have said. The airport site is easier for police to patrol, and the city was able to make money through the sale of parking passes. The large amount of space at the airport allowed the festival to be larger in size and spread out over a large area, and there were lots of airplanes in the sky overhead, too. But many people insisted that the festival just wasn’t the same without downtown as a backdrop. It felt like a festival in Anytown. There wasn’t enough shade, it wasn’t accessible to Northern Illinois University students, the parking charge wasn’t necessary and the shuttle bus was unappealing. So, now Corn Fest is returning to downtown, but also moving weekends. The shift to Labor Day weekend, which was made possible by the closing of a Rockford festival, makes sense. The city’s public safety resources should be less stressed by having the city’s largest festival in the weekend after move-in at NIU. But the shift to Labor Day weekend could also hurt attendance, considering that weekend is a major travel holiday. Even if the DeKalb City Council approves the move next week, and the Illinois Department of Transportation approves closing part of Lincoln Highway, Corn Fest probably will not look the same as it did years ago. The layout will be different, as will the backdrop. We are interested to see how the festival will look when it returns downtown. This year will be an important experiment in deciding whether the benefits of having the festival downtown truly do outweigh sacrifices in cost and convenience.
8 OUR VIEW
Quinn’s predictable speech disappoints We weren’t exactly surprised that Gov. Pat Quinn’s State of the State address sounded more like a campaign speech. But we were disappointed, nonetheless. The theme of Quinn’s speech was “our Illinois,” a phrase he repeated 30 times. In it, he took care to hit themes that would be popular with Democratic primary voters, such as legalizing gay marriage and banning assault weapons and high-capacity ammo clips. The problem is, “our Illinois” is broke. Worse than that, it’s billions upon billions in the hole, a deadbeat to creditors and unable to fulfill its generous pension promises to workers. Although the governor says he is serious about some kind of solution to the pension crisis this spring, there was little in his speech that made us hope for anything but more of the same. Quinn eventually said pension reform was “Job One” for the Legislature this session, but he used the phrase only once, at the end of his speech. The state’s backlog of unpaid bills was not addressed at all. Also not mentioned were the sacrifices for which taxpayers, unions and legislators should be prepared. Rather, Quinn endorsed Senate President John Cullerton’s Senate Bill 1 – a hybrid of previous proposals – said “refinements” may come and then spoke in generalities about political courage, commitment and integrity. “Together, we can guide Illinois safely through this pension challenge that we face,” Quinn said. Pardon us if that still seems like wishful thinking. Speaking of wishful thinking, it appears the governor’s plan to make Illinois an “employment first state” revolves around raising the minimum wage from $8.25 to $10 an hour in our state – which would be higher than any current rate in the country – within four years. Organizations representing Illinois businesses, including the Illinois Retail Merchants Association and Illinois Chamber of Commerce, immediately opposed the move, saying it would have the perverse effect of making fewer jobs available. Their members are the ones who actually hire workers. Their opinion should count for something. With our state at such a critical juncture, we hoped for more specifics and fewer platitudes about how our Illinois can turn things around. As has been a common theme with this governor, however, we were disappointed.
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7-DAY FORECAST TODAY
Partly sunny with a few flurries
Low pressure will exit to our east allowing high pressure to our north to usher in cool and dry air. A few flurries are possible early, but overall a fairly nice end to the workweek. The weekend starts out nice with breezy conditions as winds shift out of the southeast. Mild, but wet on Sunday with colder air Monday with flurries.
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Coach Keith Dambrot and the Akron Zips are drawing national attention with their 14-game winning streak, the longest in the nation. PAGE B2
SECTION B Friday, February 8, 2013 Daily Chronicle
Sports editor Ross Jacobson • rjacobson@shawmedia.com
8MORNING KICKOFF
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Franklin’s final prep meet drawing a crowd DENVER – The teen sensation will perform in front of a capacity crowd this weekend, hoping to treat the fans to one last splashy show. And no, Justin Bieber hasn’t suddenly added a concert date in the Mile High City. This ticket is even harder to come by as Regis Jesuit senior Missy Franklin concludes her high school swimming career at the Class 5A state championships in Fort Collins, Colo. Franklin, a four-time Olympic gold medalist, will compete in the 200-yard individual medley and 500 free, along with perhaps two more relay events. Interested in attending? Sorry, it’s sold out. Has been for quite some time. The Colorado High School Activities Association allocated about 90 percent of the nearly 990 available tickets to schools so that all parents of qualified swimmers had a chance to see their kids swim. The few remaining tickets went fast, especially with fans of Franklin hoping to see the 17-year-old swim one final time in her prep career before heading off to the University of California at Berkeley. Then again, this event usually draws a crowd with or without Franklin. The ever-cheerful Franklin nearly didn’t swim this season for her high school team after criticism arose over whether her presence took away from other swimmers. In the end, she did and her two dual meets last month drew huge crowds. She stayed long after the competition to pose for photos with competitors and sign autographs for kids, who wanted to be the next Missy Franklin. – Wire report
WINTER WEATHER POSTPONEMENTS
Bulk of prep slate wiped out By DAILY CHRONICLE STAFF sports@daily-chronicle.com Thursday’s winter storm forced the cancellation and rescheduling of several high school athletic events across DeKalb County. Genoa-Kingston’s girls basketball game at Harvard was postponed and will be played at 2:30 p.m. Saturday Indian Creek canceled all
Hawks keep hot start going in Phoenix Blackhawks forward Viktor Stalberg (25) celebrates his goal with teammate Bryan Bickell (29) as Coyotes defenseman Chris Summers (20) and forward Mikkel Boedker (second from left) skate by in first period of Thursday night’s game in Glendale, Ariz. The Hawks won, 6-2. Log on to Daily-Chronicle. com for the story.
after-school activities, including the Class 1A Hinckley-Big Rock Regional final against the Royals. That game has been rescheduled for 6:30 p.m. Saturday, immediately after the 3-point shooting contest. Kaneland canceled all afterschool activities, including the girls basketball game at Rochelle. No makeup date has been announced.
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DEKALB 50, SYCAMORE 26
Barbs win NI Big 12 title
8WHAT TO WATCH Pro basketball Bulls at Utah, 9:30 p.m., CSN, ESPN Another late-night Bulls game, this one in Salt Lake City after the Clippers and Heat square off in Miami.
Also on TV... Pro basketball L.A. Clippers at Miami, 7 p.m., ESPN Golf PGA Tour, Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, second round, 2 p.m., TGC Boxing Welterweights, Kevin Bizier (19-0-0) vs. Nate Campbell (36-9-1), 8 p.m., ESPN2 Men’s wrestling Ohio St. at Michigan, 5 p.m., BTN Iowa at Illinois, 7 p.m., BTN Men’s hockey North Dakota at NebraskaOmaha, 6:30 p.m., NBCSN
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DeKalb’s Maddy Johnson prepares to launch a 3-point shot in the second quarter of the Barbs’ 50-26 victory over Sycamore on Thursday night in Sycamore.
Johnson, Barbs bounce back from 1st conference loss to sink Spartans not at all ready to play,” Alexis Hammond said. “This past week, everyone was ready to SYCAMORE – Call DeKalb’s go and excited. Everyone just first loss of the conference sea- worked really hard.” Rachel Torres was sideson last Saturday a wake-up lined once again with an injucall. On Thursday night, the ry, which coach Chris DavenBarbs showed no ill-effects port wouldn’t disclose, but the from the sickness and injury Barbs didn’t need the 2012 Allthat bothered them all last Area first-teamer in the win. In her stead, sophomore week in a 50-26 win over Sycamore, clinching the Northern Maddy Johnson had a standout Illinois Big 12 East girls bas- performance, knocking down jump shot after jump shot on ketball title outright. “[On Saturday], we were her way to 17 points. all gone mentally and we were “We’re not used to playing
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lb two weeks ago, Sycamore coach Brett Goff said Thursday’s defeat will help the Spartans (13-12, 3-7 NI Big 12 East) prepare for the Class 3A Burlington Central Regional. “The intensity they bring on defense, we don’t see that anywhere else,” Goff said. It really has made our girls better, being more fundamentally sound, setting good screens, getting good looks. They’re very good defensively, so it absolutely helps us.”
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ILLINOIS 74, NO. 1 INDIANA 72
Buzzer-beater upsets Hoosiers By DAVID MERCER The Associated Press
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... I was ready and I knew what we had to get done. I wanted to come out and play my game, More online because Saturday was not our game.” Check out the video highlights The Barbs (22-4, 9-1 NI Big 12 of the DeKalb girls East) were their usual intense basketball team’s selves on defense all night, al50-26 victory over lowing the Spartans only five Sycamore at points in each of the first two Daily-Chronicle.com/dcpreps. quarters. The Spartans finally broke into double digits when Paige Wogen hit a 3-pointer without [Torres],” Johnson as time expired in the second said. “That was a big wake- quarter. After winning four of five up call for us and I’m glad we came out like we did tonight. games since their loss to DeKa-
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Illinois senior forward Tyler Griffey is lifted onto his teammates’ shoulders after hitting the winning basket, giving Illinois a 74-72 win over No. 1 Indiana on Thursday night at Assembly Hall in Champaign.
CHAMPAIGN – Tyler Griffey made the easiest and biggest shot of his career. The senior forward took an inbounds pass and made a wide-open layup with 0.9 seconds to play to give Illinois a 74-72 victory over No. 1 Indiana on Thursday night, the fifth straight week the nation’s top-ranked team lost. Hoosiers coach Tom Crean, whose team has been No. 1 for a total of seven weeks this season, doesn’t have a reason for the recent weekly changes on top of the poll. “I can’t answer that. I’m not
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sure,” Crean said. “I just know that these games are 40-minute games. We played at a high level for most of the game.” The Hoosiers were in charge until the final 31⁄2 minutes when the Illini (16-8, 3-7 Big Ten) finally put together a run to take and then retake the lead. “I know this, when we turn the ball over we’re not very good,” Crean said. “And the big-
gest difference tonight was 28 points off turnovers to our 16.” And nothing could have been worse for the Hoosiers (20-3, 8-2) than the way the game ended. With 0.9 seconds left Griffey left defenders Cody Zeller and Christian Watford behind on an inbounds play from the baseline, took the pass from Brandon Paul and delivered the uncontested buzzer-beater for the Illini. The shot sent hundreds of students onto the court – holding their collective breath as officials checked the replay to make sure the clock hadn’t beaten Griffey – and Paul and
See ILLINI, page B2
Page B2 • Friday, February 8, 2013
8UPCOMING PREPS SPORTS SCHEDULE TODAY
Boys Basketball Indian Creek at Paw Paw, 6:45 p.m. Somonauk at Hiawatha, 6:45 p.m. DeKalb at Kaneland, 7 p.m. Serena at Hinckley-Big Rock, 7 p.m. Sycamore at Yorkville, 7 p.m.
SATURDAY
Boys Basketball Kaneland at Wheaton Academy Shootout Indian Creek at North Boone, 7 p.m. Wrestling Genoa-Kingston at Oregon Sectional Kaneland, Sycamore at Rochelle Sectional DeKalb at Barrington Sectional Girls Basketball DeKalb at Geneseo, 1:30 p.m. Genoa-Kingston at Harvard, 2:30 p.m. Class 1A Hinckley-Big Rock Regional Championship: Hinckley-Big Rock vs. Indian Creek, 6:30 p.m.
8SPORTS SHORTS
Former NIU football player going into hall of fame As North Aurora Village President, Dale Berman is accustomed to having a pulse on people’s agendas. In the matter of who nominated him for induction into the Ottawa Township High School Hall of Fame this weekend, however, Berman throws up his hands. “Whoever it was, I thank them very much,” he said. “I’m sure I’ll find out Saturday.” Berman, a 1951 alumnus who played offensive tackle for the Pirates football team, is part of a class that includes six other individuals and the 1977-78 boys basketball team. Before entering the business world – and eventually politics – he played college football at Northwestern and Northern Illinois, with a tour in the U.S. Army sandwiched in between. Berman traveled to Miami Gardens, Fla., for NIU’s recent Orange Bowl appearance, and was a regular spectator during his grandson’s football career at Batavia in the late 2000s. Jake Hilliard also was a heavyweight wrestler for the Bulldogs, but still shared that “big guy” reputation with his grandfather, who said he was one of the region’s bulkiest players in the early ’50s at 235 pounds. “When you think back of football 60 years ago, it’s just neat,” said Berman, 79. “It was a great game then and it’s still a great game.”
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Zips drawing some acclaim Akron zipping along with nation’s best win streak By TOM WITHERS The Associated Press AKRON, Ohio – Palming a basketball in each hand, Zeke Marshall’s arms are outstretched across the entire face of a building next to the bustling student union. Akron’s 7-foot center towers above campus. On a huge billboard overlooking the soccer field now covered in several inches of wind-drifted snow, Marshall’s gigantic image – his eyes fixed straight ahead, his face showing a nothing-but-business scowl – is accompanied by the slogan for this year’s basketball team: “Think Bigger.” The Zips are doing just that. “As long as we keep working hard and refining our skills, I feel like we should win the national championship,” the shot-swatting Marshall said without hesitation after Thursday’s morning practice. “We’re definitely talented enough.” Riding a 14-game winning streak – the nation’s longest active one – and with a roster balanced in size, strength and experience, Akron, which has been resurrected the past decade under coach Keith Dambrot, just might be the next mid-major program to crash the big boys’ NCAA tournament party in March. The Zips haven’t lost since Dec. 15, but they haven’t gained much attention outside Ohio and Mid-American Conference circles. That’s beginning to change. “They haven’t been playing under my radar,” ESPN analyst Jay Bilas said. “I’ve been watching them all season. They’re a really good basketball team. They do a really good job offensive rebounding. They can defend in the post, they’ve got really good guards and Marshall is only getting better.” This week, Akron received four votes in The Associated Press’ Top 25 poll, a sign the streak along with an unbeaten
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Akron men’s basketball coach Keith Dambrot yells to his players during a game against Central Michigan on Tuesday in Akron, Ohio. With the nation’s longest winning streak, a dominant center with NBA potential, the fiery Dambrot and LeBron James as a supporter, Akron could become the next mid-major to make a deep run in the NCAA tournament. record in the ultra-competitive MAC, haven’t gone unnoticed. There’s a buzz around the school, which has changed its image in recent years from a commuter’s destination with the addition of several new buildings and athletic facilities. It also doesn’t hurt that the NBA’s best player calls Akron home. LeBron James keeps close tabs on the Zips – and one of his high school coaches. “I’m following them a lot,” said James, who won a state title playing for Dambrot at Akron’s St. Vincent-St. Mary High School. “They’re on top of the MAC and they’re playing some really, really good ball right now. I’m extremely happy for them. I wish I could get back home and get to a game soon. But they’re doing some good things and I hope it
continues.” James is a regular visitor in the summer, often playing pickup games at Rhodes Arena with Akron’s players, who embrace him like a teammate. “It’s one of coolest things in the world,” said guard Brian Walsh, a transfer from Xavier. “For us, he’s the (Michael) Jordan of our generation and he’s coming out here in the summer, rolling up in his cars. He knows us by name and he’s playing open gym with us as just another guy. “I don’t think too many schools in the country can say that, that they’re playing with arguably the best player ever to play the game. He brings a lot of attention to our program, and we appreciate everything he does for us.” Dambrot steadily has built Akron, with an enrollment of just less than 30,000
Illini pull off upset of No. 1 • ILLINI Continued from page B1
Barcelona’s Messi inks 2-year contract extension BARCELONA, Spain – Lionel Messi signed a two-year contract extension with Barcelona on Thursday, tying him to the Spanish club until 2018. The 25-year-old forward joined Barcelona when he was 13 and debuted with the first team three years later. He has gone on to become Barcelona’s career scoring leader and won four FIFA Player of the Year awards. Since his league debut in October 2004, Barcelona has won 19 trophies for the Spanish League (five), Champions League (three), Copa del Rey (two), FIFA Club World Cup (two), Spanish Super Cup (five) and European Super Cup (two).
Blatter: Most Europol cases already handled NOUAKCHOTT, Mauritania – FIFA President Sepp Blatter says most allegations of match-fixing raised by Europol this week were previously dealt with. Blatter says “most of the matches which they put in this tray, 600 or 800, have already been analyzed, dealt with and even were at court.” At Europol’s briefing in the Netherlands, the police liaison agency said it knew of 380 suspicious matches played in Europe in recent years and 300 more worldwide, including national team matches under FIFA’s jurisdiction.
– Staff, wire reports
students, into a mid-major power that might be able to someday stand shoulder to shoulder with Gonzaga, Butler and Creighton. One of only seven schools to win at least 22 games in each of the past seven seasons, Akron made the NCAA tournament in 2009 and 2011, but the Zips were beaten in the first round. Akron’s on a mission to go further. Hence, the “Bigger” motto. “I felt like that ‘Think Bigger’ was kind of a dual slogan in a sense that we’re big, our team is big and our goal has been to win in the NCAA tournament,” said Dambrot, who signed a 10-year contract extension at his alma mater in July. “The hard part is getting to the tournament, and I think if we can get there. We’re built better to win than we ever have been before.” Akron certainly looks as if it can compete with the big boys. With Marshall, his 6-foot-11 freshman backup Pat Forsythe, 6-7 Demetrius “Tree” Treadwell, 6-7 Nick Harney and the 6-5 Walsh, the Zips are an imposing group. “We’re very big in the gym,” point guard Alex Abreu said. “Except for me and coach D.” What he lacks in size, Abreu, a 5-10 junior who grew up in Puerto Rico and wasn’t sure which state Akron was in before enrolling, makes up in spirit. For weeks, he’s been the one player unafraid to say the spotlight should be trained on he and his teammates, whose four losses all came on the road with two – to Oklahoma State and Coastal Carolina – in overtime and with Harney and Treadwell ineligible because of an NCAA violation. Abreu, who averages 10.1 points, 6.0 assists and 2.3 rebounds, feels Akron’s deserving of recognition. “We deserve more respect than we have gotten,” he said. “We have a wonderful coach and a wonderful program. Our fans are finally starting to come through, and I think it’s something the world should see.” And the world will, so long as the Zips don’t stumble badly on their way to the finish.
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Cornerstone Christian Academy’s boys basketball team finished its regular season with a 26-2 record, going undefeated in the Northern Illinois Catholic Conference and winning the league tournament championship this past weekend.
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Boys hoops wins NICC crown By DAILY CHRONICLE STAFF sports@daily-chronicle.com Cornerstone Christian Academy’s boys basketball team finished its regular season with a 26-2 record, going undefeated in the Northern Illinois Catholic Conference and winning the league tournament championship this past weekend. Senior Michael Jorgensen was named the conference MVP and voted to the allconference first team. Thomas Johnson also was named to the first team while Joe Kuschman was named all-conference honorable mention. They will participate in the Association of Christian Schools International state tournament next week and
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Cornerstone Christian basketball players Abby Hill, Meredith Guio, Kelsey Leach, Michael Jorgensen, Thomas Johnson and Joe Kuschman earned all-conference postseason honors. the National Association of Christian Athletes national tournament from Feb. 27 to March 2 in Dayton, Tenn. The girls basketball team placed second in the NICC conference and finished third in the conference tournament
last weekend. Abby Hill was named to the All-NICC first team while Meredith Guio was honored on the all-conference second team. Kelsey Leach was an all-conference honorable mention selection.
fellow guard D.J. Richardson hugged and teared up with relief. Illinois had lost eight of 11 since starting the season 12-0. The Illini had been ranked as high as No. 10 and were now falling to the bottom of the Big Ten. Griffey, accustomed to struggling in recent weeks, seemed surprised with the ease he was able to make the game-winner. “I just made a simple curl cut and left two guys behind me, and Brandon got off a heck of a pass,” he said. “Zeller and Watford were both right in front of me and just kind of stayed there.” Crean, whose team just moved into the No. 1 spot after knocking off then-No. 1 Michigan on Saturday, said the play was a lot like the other breakdowns in the Hoosiers’ game that let Illinois climb back from a 12-point halftime deficit. “We didn’t communicate,” Crean said. “They’re very deserving of the win, they never gave in,” he added, but he qualified that with, “We didn’t put them away when we had the opportunities.” Indiana’s loss drops them into a three-way tie for first in the Big Ten with Michigan and Michigan State. For the Illini, the win means a move out of 10th in the 12-team conference up into a ninth-place tie with Iowa. More importantly, it’s a potential lifeline for an Illini team that still has to face No. 18 Minnesota on the road Sunday and had been watching its season slip away. “It was good to get back to having that toughness and togetherness and trust that we needed,” Illinois coach John Groce said.
EASTERN CONFERENCE Central Division W L Pct 31 19 .620 29 19 .604 25 23 .521 18 32 .360 15 34 .306 Atlantic Division W L Pct New York 31 16 .660 Brooklyn 29 20 .592 Boston 26 23 .531 Philadelphia 21 27 .438 Toronto 17 32 .347 Southeast Division W L Pct Miami 32 14 .696 Atlanta 27 21 .563 Orlando 14 35 .286 Washington 13 35 .271 Charlotte 11 37 .229 Indiana Bulls Milwaukee Detroit Cleveland
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WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct San Antonio 39 11 .780 Memphis 30 18 .625 Houston 27 24 .529 Dallas 21 28 .429 New Orleans 16 33 .327 Northwest Division W L Pct Oklahoma City 37 12 .755 Denver 31 18 .633 Utah 28 22 .560 Portland 25 24 .510 Minnesota 18 28 .391 Pacific Division W L Pct L.A. Clippers 35 16 .686 Golden State 30 19 .612 L.A. Lakers 23 27 .460 Phoenix 17 33 .340 Sacramento 17 33 .340
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Thursday’s Results Boston 116, L.A. Lakers 95 Bulls at Denver (n) Today’s Games L.A. Lakers at Charlotte, 6 p.m. Toronto at Indiana, 6 p.m. Brooklyn at Washington, 6 p.m. New Orleans at Atlanta, 6:30 p.m. Orlando at Cleveland, 6:30 p.m. San Antonio at Detroit, 6:30 p.m. Portland at Houston, 7 p.m. Golden State at Memphis, 7 p.m. New York at Minnesota, 7 p.m. Phoenix at Oklahoma City, 7 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Miami, 7 p.m. Bulls at Utah, 9:30 p.m. Saturday’s Games Denver at Cleveland, 6:30 p.m. Charlotte at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Golden State at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. Detroit at Milwaukee, 7:30 p.m. Utah at Sacramento, 9 p.m. Wednesday’s Results Cleveland 122, Charlotte 95 Indiana 88, Philadelphia 69 Boston 99, Toronto 95 L.A. Clippers 86, Orlando 76 Washington 106, New York 96 Atlanta 103, Memphis 92 Brooklyn 93, Detroit 90 Miami 114, Houston 108 New Orleans 93, Phoenix 84 Oklahoma City 119, Golden State 98 Dallas 105, Portland 99 Utah 100, Milwaukee 86 San Antonio 104, Minnesota 94 2013 NBA ALL-STAR SLAM DUNK ROSTER Feb. 16 at Houston Western Conference Eric Bledsoe, L.A. Clippers G 6-1 195 Jeremy Evans, Utah F 6-9 194 Kenneth Fareid, Denver F 6-8 228 Eastern Conference Gerald Green, Indiana F 6-8 210 Terrence Ross, Toronto F 6-6 195 James White, New York G-F 6-7 215 Previous winners 2012 – Jeremy Evans, Utah 2011 – Blake Grifin, L.A. Clippers 2010 – Nate Robinson, New York 2009 – Nate Robinson, New York 2008 – Dwight Howard, Orlando 2007 – Gerald Green, Boston 2006 – Nate Robinson, New York 2005 – Josh Smith, Atlanta 2004 – Fred Jones, Indiana 2003 – Jason Richardson, Golden State 2002 – Jason Richardson, Golden State 2001 – Desmond Mason, Seattle 2000 – Vince Carter, Toronto 1999 – No competition 1998 – No competition 1997 – Kobe Bryant, L.A. Lakers
NHL WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts Blackhawks 11 9 0 2 20 Nashville 10 5 2 3 13 St. Louis 10 6 4 0 12 Detroit 10 5 4 1 11 Columbus 11 3 6 2 8 Northwest Division GP W L OT Pts Vancouver 10 6 2 2 14 Edmonton 10 4 3 3 11 Minnesota 10 4 5 1 9 Calgary 8 3 3 2 8 Colorado 10 4 6 0 8 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts Anaheim 9 7 1 1 15 San Jose 10 7 2 1 15 Dallas 11 5 5 1 11 Phoenix 11 4 5 2 10 Los Angeles 9 3 4 2 8
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EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Pittsburgh 11 8 3 0 16 39 26 New Jersey 10 6 1 3 15 27 22 N.Y. Rangers 10 5 5 0 10 24 26 N.Y. Islanders 10 4 5 1 9 30 34 Philadelphia 11 4 6 1 9 25 30 Northeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Boston 9 7 1 1 15 26 20 Ottawa 11 6 3 2 14 31 22 Montreal 10 6 3 1 13 31 24 Toronto 11 6 5 0 12 28 31 Buffalo 11 4 6 1 9 35 41 Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Tampa Bay 10 6 4 0 12 42 27 Carolina 9 5 4 0 10 25 26 Florida 10 4 5 1 9 25 35 Winnipeg 10 4 5 1 9 29 37 Washington 11 2 8 1 5 25 41 Two points for a win, one point for OT loss. Thursday’s Results Buffalo 5, Montreal 4, SO Florida 3, Philadelphia 2, SO New Jersey 4, Tampa Bay 2 N.Y. Rangers 4, N.Y. Islanders 1 Pittsburgh 5, Washington 2 Calgary 4, Columbus 3, OT Carolina 3, Ottawa 2, OT Toronto 3, Winnipeg 2 Detroit 5, St. Louis 1 Nashville 3, Los Angeles 0 Vancouver 4, Minnesota 1 Blackhawks 6, Phoenix 2 Today’s Game Anaheim at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. Saturday’s Games Tampa Bay at Boston, noon Pittsburgh at New Jersey, noon Carolina at Philadelphia, noon Edmonton at Detroit, 1 p.m. Winnipeg at Ottawa, 1 p.m. Phoenix at San Jose, 3 p.m. Buffalo at N.Y. Islanders, 6 p.m. Florida at Washington, 6 p.m. Toronto at Montreal, 6 p.m. Anaheim at St. Louis, 7 p.m. Nashville at Minnesota, 7 p.m. Calgary at Vancouver, 9 p.m. Wednesday’s Results Boston 2, Montreal 1 Anaheim 3, Colorado 0 Dallas 3, Edmonton 2 (OT)
8VIEWS / BY COURTLAND MILLOY
Noah to the basket ...
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TCU fulfills dream with 1st Big 12 win against Kansas By STEPHEN HAWKINS The Associated Press
FORT WORTH, Texas – Garlon Green dreamed of a victory over Kansas long before he played for TCU. It’s hard to think that the Horned Frogs senior forward or anyone else could have ever imagined his dream being fulfilled like this. The fifth-ranked Jayhawks certainly didn’t. Big 12 newcomer TCU still was looking for its first conference victory and there were some who wondered if t h e F r o g s , Trent Johnson who have lost three key players to seasonending injuries, could go 0-18 in the league. On Wednesday night, here came the Jayhawks, the bullies of the Big 12, the team that has won 12 of 16 regular-season league titles. They were coming off a rare home loss and riding a seven-year streak without consecutive losses. Blowout city, right? The Frogs stunned everyone by sticking Kansas with its largest deficit of the season, and led throughout for a 62-55 shocker and their firstever win over a top five team. “We come out here every day. We put our heart and soul into it every night, every morning,” Green said. “I’ve grown up since I was 3 years old having a dream to beat Kansas or beat anybody. I’ve always believed in myself.” Green scored 20 points, including five in a row to thwart a potential comeback by the Jayhawks (19-3, 7-2 Big 12) after a 17-4 run got them within four points with 6:49 left – the closest they got after TCU scored the game’s first eight points. TCU (10-12, 1-8) led by as many as 16 points after halftime, but first-year coach Trent Johnson didn’t feel comfortable until almost the end of the game. “When there was 8 seconds left on the clock and we were on the free-throw line,” John-
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son said. “I’ve been in this scenario before and seen both sides of it. A lot can happen in a minute. When there was 8 seconds left on the clock and we were at the line, I said, ‘All right,’ took a deep breath and there we go.” A few seconds later, TCU students were swarming the Horned Frogs on the court. The Frogs won’t be the first Big 12 team since Texas A&M in 2003-04 to go winless in league play. The Aggies lost all 16 conference games that season, as Baylor did in 1998-99. A double round-robin schedule for the 10 teams added two league games last season. Johnson previously took LSU, Stanford and Nevada to the NCAA tournament, a place the Horned Frogs haven’t been since 1998. The Frogs were coming off their first winning season in seven years when he arrived for the challenge of leading them into the Big 12. Johnson is 2-0 against Kansas. His Nevada team beat the sixth-ranked Jayhawks in December 2003. But his first season in Fort Worth has been hampered by some significant injuries. Aaron Durley, a 6-foot-10, 270-pound freshman center who was expected to have an early impact, tore an ACL during a noncontract drill the second week of preseason practice. Junior forward Amric Field, the Mountain West Conference’s top sixth man last year who had moved into a starting role, sustained a season-ending knee injury when his right leg buckled and he fell to the floor 12 seconds into the third game. Junior starting guard Jarvis Ray’s season was ended by an injury to his left foot in his 10th game. “I said this from day one, we need to focus on what’s in the locker room,” Johnson said. “The easiest things for players to do is to check it in. The easiest thing for me to do is to do my job. Come out and coach every day, not worry about what we don’t have and continue to coach.”
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TCU forward Garlon Green celebrates with the fans on the court after Wednesday night’s game against No. 5 Kansas in Fort Worth, Texas. TCU won, 62-55.
WASHINGTON – Washington football fans will fight to keep their team name. Bless you for wanting to cling to those sweet memories. Sorry to have to tell you this, but the name will be changed because what you’re fighting for already has been lost. Tired of seeing the team logo changing, that Indian head caricature mutating into some silhouette because deep down that team is ashamed of itself? Wouldn’t it be nice to have a team name that doesn’t make people across the country wince when they hear it? We could use a name that sportscasters don’t have to muffle the sound of by calling the team the ’Skins. We are so hungry for a team that will pull our region together – like in the old days – that we will not even let the football season end. But it never, ever will happen again until we get rid of that name. On Thursday, about 52 years after Bobby Mitchell broke the team’s color barrier, a symposium on the use of racist names in sports was held at the National Museum of the American Indian on the Mall. Think about it: A national museum honoring native peoples in a city whose professional football team name slurs native peoples. The Redskins team that generated this affection is gone. It was an anomaly – a stretch of seasons between coaches George Allen and Joe Gibbs. What came before Allen was a disgrace; what came after Gibbs reflected a change so profound that the team identity vanished almost overnight. Dan Snyder is no Jack Kent Cooke, FedEx Field no RFK Stadium. The name itself is a fluke that would have been changed long ago had it not slipped in under the radar of fierce battles to racially integrate the team. The protests of Native Americans simply were overshadowed by confrontations between civil rights activists and groups such as the American Nazi Party, which marched around what now is RFK Stadium in 1961 chanting: “Keep Redskins white!”
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Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III scrambles with the ball during the second half of an NFC wild-card game against the Seahawks on Jan. 6 in Landover, Md. Hurtful names and racial stereotypes of all types were discussed and dissected Thursday in a daylong symposium at the Smithsonian, and the Washington Redskins were at the top of the list for nearly all those who spoke. George Marshall became the last team owner to hire blacks. Mitchell arrived in 1962. More soon followed, and victories on the field began to pile up. It was vindication for black athletes, who had to put up with claims that they weren’t smart enough to play the game alongside whites. In a bitter irony, a racist team name became linked to one of professional football’s most hard-fought civil rights victories – a caricatured Indian head as a symbol of both interracial triumph on the field and newfound racial harmony in the stands. Suddenly, everybody but Native Americans wanted to keep the name, lest we forget the lessons of that struggle for inclusiveness. By keeping the name, however, we showed that we hadn’t learned a thing. The team’s rise to greatness started only after Marshall made changes similar to the one that must be made now. He had to change the lyrics of the fight song from “fight for Old Dixie” to “fight for Old D.C.” And, if he wanted to play at the stadium built on federal land, later named RFK, he had to give up at least
some of his segregationist ways and hire black players. Marshall had intended to market his team primarily to Confederate sympathizers. He fought tooth and nail against bringing in black players. And he died in 1969 still racist to the bone. Author Thomas G. Smith, in his book “Showdown: JFK and the Integration of the Washington Redskins,” notes that Marshall’s will expressly forbids any money from his estate going toward “any purpose which supports or employs the principle of racial integration in any form.” From that sick mind sprang that offensive team name. Of course, we don’t mean to offend anybody by using it. The pride we have felt singing that fight song at games is second only to the rush of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” We are a football town – within a military zone, no less. So Washington fans will understandably fight to keep it. That’s what we do. We fight. Over anything. I propose asking the Defense Department’s bureau of naming dangerous stuff to come up with a team
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moniker to match our destructive mind-set. The Native Americans I know who live around here don’t go around complaining about the name. Here’s how they put it: We are happy for you when your team wins; we wish we could be happy with you. But for the name, they could. How can we be expected to come together and fight for D.C. while dissin’ one another? Something’s got to give. Michael Torbert, “Boss” of the team’s all-time greatest fans, the “Hogettes,” said as much when announcing the group’s retirement last month. “Thirty years of guys in pig snouts and dresses is probably enough for any society,” he said. “It’s a new era. It was great seeing [Robert Griffin III] and Alfred Morris break onto the scene, and it’s a perfect time to retire the old era and start the new.” Was that the fat lady singing or what, D.C.? Out with the old. It’s time to start anew.
•CourtlandMilloyis columnist for The Washington Post.
TITANS
Ravens will not sacrifice Williams future for chance to repeat apologizes for scandal The ASSOCIATED PRESS
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – The last time the Baltimore Ravens won a Super Bowl, they mounted an all-out charge to pull off an encore. That won’t happen again. “You have to make sure that the excitement of the day doesn’t cloud what we promised to build, and that was a consistent winner,” Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti said Thursday. “I’m just proud for Baltimore, and there is a great pressure off of us.” Although the Ravens have placed a high priority on signing quarterback Joe Flacco to a long-term deal, the team has no intention of overpay- Steve Bisciotti ing potential free agents or having several players restructure their contracts to keep the current roster intact. That’s what happened 12 years ago, when general manager Ozzie Newsome sacrificed the future to mount another run at a championship. The Ravens backed up their 34-7 Super Bowl win over the New York Giants by returning to the playoffs, but they didn’t get back to the Super Bowl. And then, after the season, they suffered the salary-cap blues. “We’re not going to get caught up in the moment and do things to our salary cap and make decisions in the euphoria of winning that could hurt us in 2014 and 2015, like we did in 2001,” Bisciotti said. “Every single veteran (in 2001) was restructured so that, I think, every single veteran could stay, then we ended up losing so many people the next year. We don’t want to do that.” Newsome feels the same way. “We will not repeat what we did in 2001,” he said. “We’re trying to build where we can win Super Bowls more than just one more time. I think our team is structured differently this time, also. We do have some veterans that will probably be retiring (linebacker Ray Lewis and possibly center Matt Birk) but we have a great nucleus of young players and players that are just heading into their prime that we’re going to build this team around. “We’re not going to be restricting con-
tracts, do all of those different things just to be able to maintain this team just to make another run. We’re not doing that. But that doesn’t mean that we don’t want to try and go and repeat.” The first step in that process is getting Flacco on board. The Super Bowl MVP’s contract expired after Baltimore’s season-ending 34-31 win over San Francisco on Sunday. “I’m coming away today thinking that we can get a deal done,” Newsome said, noting that in similar situations the team signed Haloti Ngata, Jonathan Ogden, Lewis, Ray Rice, Ed Reed and Terrell Suggs. Peterson has sports hernia surgery: At Eden Prairie, Minn., Adrian Peterson put up one of the best seasons by a running back in NFL history to run away with the MVP award. Now imagine what he could do if he was actually fully healthy. Peterson had surgery Thursday to repair a sports hernia in his abdomen, an injury that bothered him for much of the last month of the season while he came up just 8 yards short of Eric Dickerson’s singleseason rushing record. It was an incredible season nonetheless considering he had surgery to repair two torn ligaments in his left knee the previous December. In the final few weeks of the season, Peterson acknowledged playing through an abdominal injury, but never let on just how much it was bothering him.
Lions cut Young to remove a ‘distraction’: At Allen Park., Mich., the Detroit Lions have wasted little time reshaping their roster, hoping to get the franchise back in the right direction after it took a step back last season. Detroit cut Titus Young, a second-round pick two years ago, and released two veteran starters, Kyle Vanden Bosch and guard Stephen Peterman, from both sides of the line. “We need to make changes,” Lions general manager Martin Mayhew said Thursday. “Obviously, things aren’t going in the right direction.” The Lions lost the last eight games of the season, plummeting to a 4-12 record, a year after they were in the playoffs for the first time since the 1999 season.
By TERESA M. WALKER The Associated Press
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Gregg Williams knows he’s got to prove himself every day. The former Saints defensive coordinator said he received a “great rebirth” Thursday when he was reinstated by the NFL and hired by the Tennessee Titans after serving a nearly yearlong suspension for his role in the New Orleans bounty scandal. But now that he’s back in the league, he’ll have to change the way he’s done things in the past. “I’ve got a very Gregg Williams positive outlook on things,” Williams said. “I understand and respect the game an awful lot, and the past is the past and what I’m talking about doing right now is creating a resume from this day forward.” Williams took the first step when the Titans hired him as a senior assistant coach for defense. Williams thanked commissioner Roger Goodell for reinstating him while speaking at a news conference. “I take full responsibility and apologize for my previous actions, and I’ve used this year to reorganize my life and put focus on positive energy and positive ways to inspire and coach and motivate in this profession,” Williams said, reading from a statement. “I’m grateful for this opportunity.” The league issued a statement saying that Goodell cited several reasons for reinstating Williams, including Williams accepting responsibility for his role in the bounty program, his commitment to never be involved in any pay for performance system and pledging to teach safe play and respect for the rules.
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For that kind of money, get a jetpack!
At first blush, news that a really old baseball card fetched $92,000 at auction the other day seemed like a lock for this week’s sign-of-the-apocalypse in sports. For that kind of money, after all, buyer Jason LeBlanc could have bought himself a fully operational jetpack! Which comes with 600 pounds of thrust, and you don’t even need a pilot’s license to fly! Or, if you prefer to stay grounded, how about an S-class Mercedes-Benz sedan? Or two toilets made entirely of 24-carat gold. Heck, LeBlanc could even have rented the 25-foot wide townhouse Irish real estate mogul Dennis Quinlan is offering on New York’s Upper East Side for a month – and still had enough change left over to cover the cable bill. But no. LeBlanc shelled out the money for a 148-year-old card depicting the Brooklyn Atlantics amateur baseball club, saying he bought it as an investment for his young son, and the craziest thing about the whole story might be that he actually got a bargain. Because there’s very little
chance we’ll learn that ballplayers in the 1860s were using performanceenhancing drugs, odds are good that somewhere down the road, some other rich guy will be willing to buy that card from his kid for a lot more. “Absolutely,” said Chris Ivy, director of sports auctions for Heritage Auctions. “A lot of these items, when they’re one of a kind, we can put an estimate on, but often we miss the selling price by a lot. “And there’s this, too,” he added a moment later. “This is still a growth market. Baseball is king right now, because it has the longest and most storied past, at least for Americans. But football is our most popular sport, and the collectibles there are starting to catch up. Plus, there’s more and more people getting into the market all the time.” Of course, you’d expect a guy in the business to say exactly that. Heritage wasn’t the seller in LeBlanc’s case, but the firm expects to generate even bigger headlines later this month as it auctions off the jersey U.S. hockey team captain
VIEWS Jim Litke Mike Eruzione wore in the “Miracle on Ice” game at the 1980 Lake Placid Olympics, when a team composed mostly of college players upset the Soviet Union’s Big Red Machine on its way to winning the gold. Heritage already has a standing bid of $325,000 for the jersey, one of two dozen items Eruzione has put up for consignment. Also included in the auction is the bloody sock that then-Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling wore in in Game 2 of the 2004 World Series. His reputation might be in the can, at least as a businessman, but the sock still could end up in someone else’s drawer for a cool $75,000 or more. So if you’ve got that kind of money laying around in a drawer and an itch to play the collectibles market, here are the two most important things to know:
•Thesafestbuysalwayswillbe stuff once owned or worn by those who, like those Brooklyn Atlantics, have passed into the great beyond. The highest-selling item ever bought on the memorabilia market was the earliest known Yankee jersey worn by Babe Ruth. It went for more than $4.4 million last May and is considered the likeliest contender to break the record if and when it’s offered for sale again. Coming in at No. 2 was the original copy of the “Founding Rules of Basketball” written by the game’s patriarch, James Naismith, in 1981; that document fetched just more than $4.3 million. •Ifyoulikecontroversy,make sure you have deep pockets and plenty of time on your hands. Cartoonist Todd McFarlane paid more than $3 million for the 70th home run ball disgraced slugger Mark McGwire hit in 1998, and he’d be lucky to get 10 percent of that sum for it today. But McFarlane also seemingly overpaid for some Barry Bonds-powered mementos, and he can afford to take a long range view of the value of his
collection. “I try to take the emotion out of this. We’re in the eye of the storm of this controversy. But I’m thinking 20 years in the future, this doesn’t matter,” McFarlane said in an interview a while back. “You can bellyache all you want, public: it’s still going to be in the record book. Get over it! It doesn’t matter what you think; what matters is what is. There’s not going to be an asterisk. There’s going to be a number in a book. I know people who don’t think Bush was really elected president, but there he is. You don’t have to accept it personally. He’ll still be in the history books.” Personally, I’d rather have the jetpack, but something tells me McFarlane is right. As another rich guy famously said once, “The only difference between men and boys is the price of their toys.”
•JimLitkeisanationalsports columnist for The Associated Press. Write to him at jlitke@ap.org and follow him at Twitter.com/JimLitke.
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Armstrong sued for $12 million
AP sources: Coach K’s return a possibility
By JIM VERTUNO The Associated Press
AUSTIN, Texas – A Dallas promotions company sued Lance Armstrong on Thursday, demanding he repay $12 million in bonuses and fees it paid him for winning the Tour de France. SCA Promotions had tried in a 2005 legal dispute over the bonuses to prove Armstrong cheated to win before it ultimately settled and paid him. Armstrong recently acknowledged using performance-enhancing drugs after the U.S. AntiDoping Agency in 2012 detailed a sophisticated doping program by his Armstrong’s teams. Armstrong was stripped of his seven Tour de France victoLance ries and given a lifeArmstrong time ban from sports. Now, the company contends in its lawsuit, Armstrong and agent Bill Stapleton lied and conspired to cheat SCA out of millions. The lawsuit notes that Armstrong repeatedly testified under oath in the 2005 dispute that he did not use steroids, other drugs or blood doping methods to win, all of which he now admits to doing. “It is time now for Mr. Armstrong to face the consequences of his actions,” said the lawsuit, which demands a jury trial. “He admits he doped; he admits he bullied people; he admits he lied.” Armstrong won the Tour de France every year from 1999-2005. The SCA lawsuit seeks to recover $9.5 million in bonus money for winning the race from 2002-2004 and another $2.5 million paid to Armstrong for other costs and fees. The lawsuit names Armstrong, Stapleton and Tailwind Sports, Inc., the team’s management entity, as defendants. Tim Herman, an attorney for Armstrong and Stapleton, did not immediately return telephone messages. Herman has previously noted that SCA previously settled its case with Armstrong and said it should not be allowed to reopen the matter. An Armstrong spokesman referred to the original settlement signed in February 2006 by SCA President Robert Hamman and Stapleton, both for himself and Armstrong, that states “No party may challenge, appeal or attempt to set aside” the agreement, which is “fully and forever binding.” SCA counters that the case can be reopened because Armstrong’s repeated lies under oath prevented it from proving he doped. “Had SCA – or the Arbitration Panel – known the truth, the arbitration award and settlement never would have occurred,” the lawsuit said. According to the lawsuit, Stapleton and Herman both said in the original dispute that if Armstrong was to be stripped of his titles by official action, SCA would have no obligation to pay or could come after its money. The 35-page filing also goes after Armstrong’s televised interview with Oprah Winfrey last month in which he tearfully recounted having to tell his 13-year-old son the doping allegations were true. In 2006, Armstrong told the arbitration panel that he didn’t dope because he wouldn’t want his son to someday follow him into a dirty sport.
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Sycamore’s Bailey Gilbert (25) draws a foul from DeKalb’s Janay Wright (right) in the third quarter Thursday night in Sycamore. DeKalb defeated Sycamore, 50-26.
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After the loss, the Barbs are back on track as they prepare for the Class 4A Belvidere North Regional as the No. 2 seed. With the conference title in tow, DeKalb will head to Belvidere North with their confidence in tact. “This week we got back to what we do, pushing hard and getting ready for regionals,” Johnson said. “On Saturday, we had that loss, and our mindset was, ‘OK, we need to come in and we need to win.’ I don’t like losing, and I’m pretty sure no one else does. I think we Rob Winner – rwinner@shawmedia.com came out pretty hard and we DeKalb’s Brittney Patrick (left) defends Sycamore’s Julia Henning in the first quarter. felt pretty good.”
PGA TOUR: PEBBLE PEACH NATIONAL PRO-AM
Mahan, Knox share 1st-round lead By DOUG FERGUSON The Associated Press PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. – Hunter Mahan was bracing for the worst of Pebble Beach, his golf bag weighed down with rain gear and everything else to handle nasty weather. Instead, he was reminded how much he loves this place. It helps that Mahan drilled a 3-wood onto the 18th green for a twoputt birdie that gave him a 6-underpar 66 and a share of the lead to par with Russell Knox in the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. Better yet, the rain everyone was expecting early in the afternoon never showed up. So when Mahan was asked about the most interesting part of the day, all he could think of was that it was boring – in a good way. “I had a good time with my partner. The pace was great. The weather was good,” he said. “I think the most interesting thing was we had perfect weather when it was supposed to rain at noon. We were all expecting rain. The bag probably weighs 100 pounds right now.” Mahan took advantage of a gorgeous day by attacking Pebble Beach, the place to be when the conditions are calm. He missed only two greens – one of those on the
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Hunter Mahan chips the ball onto the 17th green of the Pebble Beach Golf Links during the first round of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am on Thursday in Pebble Beach, Calif. edge – and only had one birdie attempt longer than 20 feet. It was a good start, but nothing more. With three very different courses in the rotation, weather than can change without notice and one course with a different par, no one has a good idea where they stand until after three rounds on Saturday. Knox, who grew up in northern Scotland and has family roots in
California, made the most of his limited starts on the PGA Tour. He had a 6-under 64 on the Shore Course at Monterey Peninsula. Knox finished out of the top 125 on the money list last year as a rookie, so his opportunities will be limited this year. “I came in here with a lot of confidence because I feel like I’ve been playing very well,” Knox said. “Just haven’t had the chance to play. It was nice to get off to a good start.”
NEW YORK – Mike Krzyzewski said London was going to be the last time. Well, maybe not. There still is a chance Krzyzewski will return for a third stint as U.S. Olympic men’s basketball coach, two people familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. Krzyzewski said he was through with the job after leading the Americans to a second straight gold medal in London. Yet the Americans haven’t hired another coach, even after USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo said Mike in London his plan was to have a succes- Krzyzewski sor in place around the new year. Perhaps he won’t need to. The 65-year-old Krzyzewski has long been committed to USA Basketball, having been on the staff of 12 U.S. teams since 1979. He said last year he thought this was “the last time,” although he said he would remain close to Colangelo and the program even if he no longer wanted to coach. USA Basketball said there is no timetable for a new hire, although ESPN.com reported Wednesday that the deadline now had been pushed back to after the college season to allow Krzyzewski more time to decide. One of the people told the AP that although Krzyzewski gave no indication in London he would return, there since were “rumblings” that he was open to it. Another said the delay was creating speculation that Coach K would be back. The people spoke on condition of anonymity because Krzyzewski is focused on Duke’s season. Colangelo hired Krzyzewski in 2005 after the Americans managed only a bronze medal in 2004 in Athens, after an embarrassing sixth-place finish in the 2002 world basketball championship. After settling for another bronze in the 2006 worlds in Japan, the Americans have not lost again. The Americans had used only NBA coaches since professionals were allowed to be used starting with the 1992 Barcelona Games, but the Hall of Fame Duke coach proved a perfect fit when Colangelo went back to the college route. The players who won gold in 2008 committed to return shortly after the Beijing Games, and Colangelo secured Krzyzewski’s commitment after they shared a bottle of wine and a pizza in the spring of 2009. Colangelo has not spoken to anyone else about the job. Michigan State’s Tom Izzo is considered the top candidate if the Americans stick with a college coach, with Boston’s Doc Rivers, Philadelphia’s Doug Collins and San Antonio’s Gregg Popovich the leading choices if they return to the pro ranks. The Americans have time, because they automatically qualified for the 2014 World Cup of Basketball by winning the Olympic title. Should they win that, they would be entered into the field for the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janiero.
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Christopher Druce Jones, pastor at Brooke Road United Methodist Church in Rockford and military veteran, is one of the guest speakers featured this month at Sycamore United Methodist Church as part of the church’s Multi-Cultural Celebration Month. Jones will share his message on Feb. 17.
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Sycamore church plans month-long celebration By JEFF ENGELHARDT jengelhardt@shawmedia.com
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ebruary has long been recognized as Black History Month, but at Sycamore United Meth-
odist Church, that celebration takes a larger scope. For the third year in a row, Harlene Harden, associate pastor at the church, is spearheading a MultiCultural Celebration Month that will feature prominent Methodist pastors coming to Sycamore to share their stories and cultures. The month has been a hit with the congregation and community, Harden said, and she expects this year to be the best yet.
“Exposure to other cultures and people in today’s 21st century is just crucial,” Harden said. “We begin to realize the world is not as big as perhaps we once thought. We see that while we all come from different places, we’re all pretty much the same in many ways.” The celebration will start this Saturday with Rev. Zaki Zaki a 5 p.m. service at the church featuring local Korean pastors the Rev. Kyeong-Ah Woo and her husband the Rev. Jin Yang Kim. Woo, who came from Korea in 1993, is pastor at the First United Methodist Church of Kirkland while her husband preaches in Steward. Woo and Kim will wear traditional Korean clothing and present a service with some Korean elements such as songs that will have English translations on projection screens, Harden said. Harden, who spent time at Ewha Women’s University in South Korea, said Woo will be able to talk about some of the inequalities she experienced growing up in her home country. “There are still so many injustices in Korea the same way there are here in the states,” Harden
said. “They are very, very intelligent, bright young people that will share their story.” On Feb. 16, the church will welcome Dwight Stewart, a pastor at numerous Chicago-area churches during his career. Christopher Druce Jones, pastor at Brooke Road United Methodist Church in Rockford and military veteran, will share his message on Feb. 17. Harden said she is especially excited for the Rev. Zaki Zaki, superintendent of the Chicago Northwestern District for the Methodist Church, to visit on Feb. 24. Zaki was born in Sudan to Egyptian missionary parents. Before coming to the U.S. in 1989, he spent much of his early leadership life organizing grassroots Christian student movements and working with refugees from Ethiopia to the Middle East. “He is absolutely phenomenal and has a great energy,” Harden said. “It’s great to listen to the story of his journey.” Harden said she hopes the month-long celebration also will open residents’ eyes to the world of culture in their backyard. She said international Northern Illinois University students and professors took part in the cultural celebrations last year and have been invited again. “It’s the [international] extremists who get the news. The everyday people who come from humble beginnings; they don’t get the play,” Harden said. “We have great people from all over the world right here.”
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Page C2 • Friday, February 8, 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: Gary Erickson Worship schedule: 8:45 and 11 a.m. Sunday; 9:45 a.m. coffee and fellowship; 10 a.m. Sunday school/ Rally Sunday; 10:10 a.m. adult Sunday forum Highlight of the week: Pastor Dan Wynard will deliver the message during both services. Ash Wednesday service held at 7 p.m. 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: “Soul” 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 Worship schedule: 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday; 9:45 a.m. Sunday school
Highlight of the week: Mardi Gras game night at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Ash Wednesday soup supper and service at 6 p.m. “Pasta With a Purpose” spaghetti dinner 5:30 to 7 p.m. Feb. 16. $10 adults/$5 children 5 to 12, free for children younger than 5. Providing layettes (clothing and bedding) for mothers and infants in DeKalb County. 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 and 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday; soup supper from 6:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday; confirmation from 6 to 7:30 Wednesday; 7 p.m. Ash Wednesday Highlight of the week: God’s blessings are asked on NIU faculty and staff as the anniversary of the Feb. 14 shooting approaches. Congregation Council will be held Tuesday. 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: “The Unveiled Message,” based in scripture 2 Corinthians 3:12, 4:2 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 Sept. to May; 10:30 a.m. adult Sunday school; 8:45 a.m. Thursday Communion service Highlight of the week: Imposition of ashes will be offered at 11 a.m. Ash Wednesday in the Bradt Chapel at Oak Crest and at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary at First UMC. 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: A Mardi Gras – New Member Welcome will begin immediately following the 10:30 a.m. service. Put on masks, wear some beads, possibly win a door prize and meet new members and fun groups. Lunch will consist of pasta, pizza, salad bar and New Orleans desserts. There will be a free-will offering to cover expenses.
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: “Simon, a sinner, responds to the mission of Jesus by becoming a disciple.” 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 and Tuesday; 7 a.m., 12:10 p.m. Word Service and Distribution of Ashes, 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. in Spanish Ash Wednesday; 7 a.m. Thursday and Friday Highlight of the week: Come every Friday during Lent for Soup and Speaker and Stations of the Cross at 6 p.m. Soup and guest speaker at 6:30 p.m. in the Ministry Center Cafeteria. Stations of the Cross held in the church at 7 p.m. 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: Carlos Peña Worship schedule: 11 a.m. Saturday; Sabbath school 9:30 a.m. 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: “Robots in Love” Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday Highlight of the week: A showcase for local artists at Coffeehouse Open Mic at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 16 at UUFD. Open to the public for local talent to share their music, poetry or other talent. Doors open at 6:10 p.m. Call Dan Kenney at 815-7930950 for 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)
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; 10:15 a.m. Wednesday at Pine Acres Alzheimer Unit, DeKalb; 2 p.m. Wednesday at Colonial House, 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 Federated Church 612 W. State St. www.sycamorefederatedchurch.org 815-895-2706 info@sycamorefederatedchurch.org Pastor: Dennis Johnson The message: “An Energy Saving Bulb,” with reading from Luke 9:28-36 Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday with nursery child care; 10:15 a.m. Kids Club; 11 a.m. fellowship Highlight of the week: Sunday Love Offering is for Hope Haven. Fellowship hosts for Sunday are Gene and Carol Fogle. 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 Grace Life Church 420 W. State St. www.gracelifeinchrist.org 815-757-3570 Pastor: Stephen J. Moll Worship schedule: 10 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 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: Noon Sunday Sacrament meeting; 1:20 p.m. Sunday school; 2:10 p.m. Priesthood, Relief Society Mayfield Congregational 28405 Church Road www.mayfieldchurchucc.org 815-895-5548 mayfieldchurch@atcyber.net Interim Pastor: Rev. William L. Nagy The message: “Rededication of our Sanctuary” Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday Highlight of the Week: “Dedication of New Furnishings” will be at 2 p.m. The community is invited. The Rev. Joe Gastiger from First Congregational Church in DeKalb will give the message, “Homecoming.” Light refreshments will be served following the service.
Kishwaukee Bible Church 355 N. Cross St. (Cornerstone Christian Academy) www.kishwaukeebiblechurch.org 815-754-4566 Worship schedule: 9:30 a.m. 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
North Avenue Missionary Baptist 301 North Ave. 815-895-4871 Worship schedule: 11 a.m. Sunday, 9:30 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.
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.
Westminster Presbyterian 830 N. Annie Glidden Road www.westminsterpres.net 815-756-2905 westminsterpres@gmail.com Pastors: Blake Richter, Karen Kim The message: “What’s in a name?” Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday; 9 a.m. Sunday school Highlight of the week: Ash Wednesday worship service with Communion at 7 p.m.
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
First Congregational 615 N. First St. www.uccdekalb.org 815-758-0691 congdek1@gmail.com Pastors: Joe Gastiger, Judy Harris The message: “How are we to be transformed?” Worship schedule: 10 a.m. Sunday
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
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
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; and 7 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Holy Days
Daily Chronicle / daily-chronicle.com 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 Ministry staff: Carla Vanatta The message: “God is always revealed in ways that surprise us.” Worship schedule: 5 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 7 p.m. Ash Wednesday Highlight of the week: Help stock the Salem Food Pantry with gifts of food and personal care products. Sunday school teachers meeting at noon Sunday. Shrove Tuesday dinner at 6 p.m. with cake auction at 7 p.m. Ash Wednesday service at 7 p.m. Sycamore Baptist Church 302 Somonauk Road www.sbcsycamore.org 815-895-2577 Pastor: Dan Stovall Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday 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
NEARBY 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; ALPHA, A Life Worth Living and The Marriage Life Course at noon Sunday; Beth Moore Bible Study at 9 a.m. Monday; Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Thursday Cortland United Methodist 45 W. Chestnut Ave. www.cortlandumc.com 815-756-9088 Pastor: Christina Vosteen Worship schedule: 9 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 First Congregational UCC (Malta) 210 S. Sprague St. 815-825-2451 Pastor: Robert L. Vaughn The message: “Why He Came” Worship schedule: 9:30 a.m. Sunday 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 First Lutheran (Lee) 240 W. Hardanger Gate www.flcinlee.com 815-824-2356 kairos1241@hotmail.com Pastor: Sarah Schaffner Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday 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 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; 7:30 p.m. Ash Wednesday followed by fellowship hour 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. 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 The message: “Blinded by the Light” 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 in Ordinary Time” 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: Babysitting Fundraiser from 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday. Knights of Columbus Rosary from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Monday. 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. 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 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. Sunday contemporary worship. 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: “They Did Not Understand” Worship schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school Highlight of the week: Annual Congregational Meeting, no kids Sunday school and confirmation class meets from 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 17.
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Mayfield sets rededication Ten months after a catastrophic ceiling collapse destroyed their worship space, the members of Mayfield Church and Interim Pastor Bill Nagy invite the community to celebrate with them in rededicating the sanctuary on Feb. 10. A worship service and liturgy of dedication will be held at 10 a.m. Visitors are welcome. A service of celebration for the wider community will be held at 2 p.m. and feature the dedication of the stained-glass windows, chancel cross and fur-
nishings. Rev. Joe Gastiger, pastor of First Congregational Church in DeKalb, will deliver the message. Refreshments will be served after both services. The congregation worshiped in the chapel at First Congregational Church for nine months while reconstruction was under way at the corner of Church and Aldrich roads, northwest of Sycamore, where Mayfield Church was built in 1861. Services returned to the renovated space on Jan. 6.
A special feature of the remodeled sanctuary, designed by Jane Kielb and installed by Keith Anderson Custom Carpentry, is the prominent use of the building’s own historic lumber, which was exposed when the room was gutted. The unique chancel cross, altar candlesticks and two offering plates were fashioned by Dave Juday from sections of this extraordinary wood. For more information, visit www.mayfieldchurchucc.org.
Sycamore United Methodist mission team ready for action Twenty-four members of Sycamore United Methodist Church were recognized in a special sendoff ceremony. The group leaves Saturday for a week of disasterrelief work in the area surrounding Sager Brown Depot, in Baldwin, La., which is in the poorest parish of the poorest state. In addition to rehabbing buildings in the area ravaged by storm and wear, many of the group will work in the depot, one of only two shipping facilities of the United
Methodist Church, from which each year several million dollars of worldwide disaster supplies are shipped, wherever they are requested by United Methodist Committee on Relief, or UMCOR. Supplies also are trucked in to statewide disasters such as Sandy devastation. Making this all happen are several thousand volunteer workers, including the team from SUMC. UMCOR Sager Brown also reaches out to the community by providing volunteer assistance to a
shelter for abused women, a Head Start program and a food distribution center. SUMC volunteers have been lending a hand for the past 10 years, finding the spiritual reward greater than the work itself, whether they choose to work in the depot packing cleaning buckets, school bags, health kits, layette kits, birthing kits and sewing kits, or in the sewing room making various garments; or working in the community agencies, rehabbing homes, or campus chores.
Devotions are held every day as each group plans and all groups are brought together for a Vespers program of summing up the week. Participants enjoy the camaraderie of meeting the home residents and other volunteers they work with. Dorm life is rich with three meals with a Southern flair and much friendly conversation and making friends. Participating this year in the SUMC group are: Pastor Bill Landis, Nancy Davis, Team Leader, Marlin
and Phyllis Anderson, Becky and Bob Brown, Denise Cheek, Gail Cradduck, Midge and George Hartsuch, Mary Beth Hutchison, Alice and Gil Larimer, Juanita Lemerand, Warren Lowe, Joel Maurer, Shirley Pitman, Lois and Joe Richard, Peggy Simonds, Jennifer Stramaglia, Joe Villa, Kari Waller and Nellie Winters. The group will return Feb. 16. To donate to UMCOR or learn more about UMCOR or the mission trip, call SUMC at 815-895-9113.
8briefs DeKalb Wesleyan to host suppers in Lent DeKalb Wesleyan Church, 1115 S. Malta Road, DeKalb, will host its annual Lenten Suppers beginning Wednesday through March 20. The public is invited. Lent is not a Biblical tradition, nor is it something that we must feel bound to observe, but over and over in scripture God tells his people to commemorate what he has done, and Lent is a great way to observe what Jesus has done for our Salvation. The suppers will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. For more information, call 815-758-0673 or send email to Dwc1115@gmail.com.
St. George sets Greek Night at Twin Tavern St. George Greek Orthodox Church will sponsor a Greek Night at Twin Tavern, 1028 S. Fourth St., DeKalb, on Thursday. Food is served from 5 to 8 p.m. The parishioners of St. George offer their culinary talents for this popular fundraiser for such foods as pastichio, souvlaki, Greek style chicken and Greek salad.
Moody Bible choir to perform in Shabbona Shabbona United Church of Christ invites the public to a special Valentine’s Day concert given by the Moody Bible Institute’s Men’s Choir. The concert will be held at 5 p.m. Feb. 17 in the sanctuary of Shabbona United Church of Christ, 104 E. Navaho St. in Shabbona. The concert is free, but a free-will offering will be taken. The choir is comprised of about 20 students from the undergraduate division of the Institute. The choir tours throughout the United States as
well as internationally including trips to Canada, England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, France, Australia and New Zealand. Recent international tours were to China, Greece and Cyprus. For more information, call the church office at 815-824-2359 or visit www.shabbonachurch. com. Following the concert, the church will hold its eighth annual Valentine’s Banquet. The concert is free, but tickets cost $10 per person for the banquet. Those who wish to attend the banquet should RSVP by calling the office at 815-824-2359 no later than Tuesday.
Federated sets Ash Wednesday Soup Supper The Federated Church in Sycamore will begin the Lenten season with its traditional Ash Wednesday Soup Supper and Service at 6 p.m. Wednesday. All are welcome. A light supper of homemade soups and bread will be served. Following the supper the Rev. Dennis Johnson will lead a short worship service, which will include communion and the imposition of ashes for those who wish to participate. The church season of Lent, the 40-day period (excluding Sundays) preceding Easter, is marked by a time of prayer and preparation for the Easter celebration. The 40 days represent the 40 days Jesus spent in the wilderness preparing for his ministry. Just as Jesus faced many temptations during this time, Christians use the Lenten season as a time for introspection, self examination and repentance. Federated Church is located at 612 W. State St. in Sycamore. Parking is available behind the church, off of Greeley Street. Use the west doors off of the parking lot to access Dutton Hall.
St. Paul’s takes worship to the streets St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will partner again with Northern Illinois University’s Grace Place Campus Ministry to offer “Ashes on the Go” outside St. Paul’s at 900 Normal Road, and outside Grace Place on the corner of Lucinda and Normal roads. Ashes on the Go will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday. Last year, 30 churches in the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago, and many other churches around the country, participated in this outdoor offering of prayer to mark the beginning of the season of Lent. St. Paul’s also invites everyone to its traditional Ash Wednesday services with Holy Communion and Imposition of Ashes at 8 a.m. (spoken service) and 6 p.m. (sung service). A soup supper will follow at 7 p.m. Grace Place also will have a service at its location at 9 p.m. All Christians are welcome to receive Holy Communion at St. Paul’s and Grace Place. St. Paul’s also is handicap accessible. For more information, contact the church at 815-7564888 or visit www.stpaulsdekalb.org and www.graceplaceniu. com.
St. John’s in Creston plans Lenten events St. John’s Lutheran Church, 126 E. South St. in Creston, will celebrate Shrove Tuesday with a Mardi Gras-style dinner from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday. The meal will include jambalaya, red beans and rice, pralines and other New Orleans specialties. Entertainment will be provided by the DeKalb High School Jazz Band. For more information, call Mark Gommel at 815-825-2734. The Ash Wednesday service
with Imposition of Ashes will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Lenten services in the series titled, “When is Enough – Enough?,” will take place Wednesdays through March 20. A soup and sandwich supper will be offered at 6 p.m., followed by the service at 7 p.m.
Immanuel to begin Lenten Sermon Series “Good and Perfect Gifts” is the title of the Lenten Sermon Series offered at Immanuel Lutheran Church and Student Center DeKalb, 511 Russell Road, DeKalb. Each sermon in the series takes up a specific gift from a text in Isaiah, interprets it through the life and times of Isaiah, and then creatively applies it to Christians as they make their Lenten journey from the cross to the empty tomb. People will not only become more familiar with the oftneglected section of Isaiah, but they will be inspired to joyfully receive God’s good and perfect
gifts flowing from our Savior’s bitter suffering and death that are freely given because of His Easter victory. The series begins Ash Wednesday with services at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. and will continue through March 20. The first sermon, “A Loving Embrace,” will be based on Isaiah 56: 7 to 8. The Lutheran Women’s Missionary League will host a soup and sandwich supper from 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. prior to the evening worship service. A free-will offering will be accepted.
St. John Lutheran plans Lenten services The Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. John (Missori Synod), 26555 Brickville Road, Sycamore, welcomes all to its Lenten Services on Wednesdays during Lent. Services will be held at noon and 7 p.m. on Ash Wednesday. Ladies Aid will offer a noon luncheon and a 6 p.m. supper before the service.
On Feb. 20 there will be a 7 p.m. service and a Lenten meal served at 6 p.m. by the Altar Guild. The members of St. John welcome everyone in the community to worship with them as they again see the Lord Jesus’ passion before His Easter morning victory over the grave.
DeKalb Wesleyan Church to host ‘Redeemed’
DeKalb Wesleyan Church will host “Redeemed,” a men’s vocal group from Indiana Wesleyan University, on Feb. 16 and 17. The public is invited. “Redeemed” will minister to the church’s youth at 6 p.m. Feb. 16. They will give an encore presentation directed more toward adults on Feb. 17 during the morning worship at 10:30 a.m. DeKalb Wesleyan Church is located at 1115 S. Malta Road, DeKalb. For more information, call 815-758-0673 or send email to Dwc1115@gmail.com.
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Granddad disapproves of coddling parents Dear Abby: When my 9-month-old grandson, “Eli,” comes to visit, I become frustrated to the point of leaving the room, if not my house. Not only must we put away things he shouldn’t get into, we must tape shut every drawer and cabinet, block access behind couches and chairs to keep Eli from electrical cords, then constantly be on guard for the “unexpected.” Eli is never restricted in any way, and would never be confined to an “inhumane” playpen for even a few minutes. At the slightest whimper, he is picked up. He’s walked to sleep (or taken on car rides to “soothe” him), and his parents literally run to him whenever he awakens. I’m reluctant to criticize because I know they’ll be
DEAR ABBY Jeanne Phillips offended, but I’m aching to suggest they teach the child about limits and restrictions and correct him when he misbehaves. Let him experience being in his playpen or even allow him to whine a little before jumping at his every whim. We’re not allowed to say “no-no” – the preferred response being to distract Eli and let him go about doing as he pleases. By the way, both parents are professional psycho-babble people. Am I unreasonable to think my grandson is capable of learning limits with a simple “no-no” and, perhaps,
a little smack on his hand? Or should I keep my mouth shut? – Well-Meaning Grandpa Dear Grandpa: Well-meaning as you are, I doubt that you will be able to convince two “professional psycho-babble people” that by not giving their little one limits, they’re creating a monster. Rather than allow his visits to upset you, I suggest you visit this family in their OWN home. Dear Abby: I am shocked at the rude treatment I see many older mothers receive from their children. I spend considerable time at various doctor appointments. Fortunately, I can drive myself, but many senior women must depend on their caregivers – often their daughters – who treat them badly. I can’t help but wonder how they treat their
mothers in private since they are so insensitive in public. I’m grateful to have a daughter who puts up with my occasional crankiness and complaints. She loves me unconditionally and takes wonderful care of me when needed. I’d like to ask sons and daughters to be kinder and more patient with their elderly moms. They won’t be around forever. – Grateful Mom in Phoenix Dear Grateful: I wish you had described more clearly the interactions you observed. What you saw may not have been a lack of devotion to their mothers, but signs of caregiver stress or burnout. Daughters (and sons) caught in the sandwich generation – earning a living
and caring for their children as well as their aged parents – are not always at their best. However, you are correct. These frail, elderly parents need compassion and patience because they won’t be around forever. Dear Abby: A question was recently raised at a family gathering. If the patriarch of a family is deceased and a man wants to marry his daughter, should he ask permission from her mother? – Curious in Pennsylvania Dear Curious: It would be a lovely, respectful gesture if he did. But first he should be 100 percent certain that the daughter would like to marry him.
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Undescended testicle usually drops on its own Dear Dr. K: My new baby was born with an undescended testicle. What should we do? Dear Reader: When a baby boy is an embryo in his mother’s womb, the testicles form in the lower part of the abdomen (the pelvis). In the weeks before the baby is born, the testicles move down out of the pelvis into a sac (the scrotum) that lies outside the body. In about one-third of premature and approximately 3 percent of full-term male infants, one or both of the testicles have not completely descended into the scrotum by the time the child is born. The scrotum appears visibly underdeveloped or smaller on the affected side. This is
ASK DR. K Anthony L. Komaroff known as an undescended testicle. In most cases, the testicle descends spontaneously during the first 3 to 6 months of life. If your son’s testicle has not descended by the time he’s 6 to 9 months old, you should have a pediatric urologist examine him. In most cases, the doctor will be able to feel the testicle above the scrotum, which means it’s likely to drop into the scrotum in the coming months. (I’ve put an illustration of the
typical sites of an undescended testicle on my website.) If the doctor cannot find and feel the testicle, he or she may do a diagnostic laparoscopy to locate it. In this procedure, the doctor will insert a video camera through a small incision to look inside your son’s body. An undescended testicle increases the risk of infertility. That’s because the testicles produce sperm, and normal sperm production requires the cooler temperature found in the scrotum. An undescended testicle also increases the risk of testicular cancer, hernias and testicular twisting. An empty scrotum can also cause psychological stress as a boy gets older. For
these reasons, early treatment is important. Most cases can be corrected with a surgical procedure called orchiopexy. The surgeon brings the testicle down into the scrotum through the normal abdominal opening. He or she then stitches it into its proper place in the scrotum. Occasionally, more extensive surgery is required. Hormone injections may be tried before surgery. The hormones stimulate the testicles to produce more testosterone, which may help the testicle move down into the scrotum. In some cases of undescended testicle, the testicle never formed when the baby
was an embryo, or formed abnormally. An abnormal testicle should be removed surgically. Testicles that never form, or form abnormally, are rare. But if they occur, and the testicle is removed, your son can be given a testicular implant when he is older so that his testicles appear normal. And the healthy testicle may well produce enough sperm so that infertility is not a problem. There often are no problems from an undescended testicle. Still, the safest course is the one I recommend above.
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Dump your fiance immediately, don’t look back Dr. Wallace: I’m 20, and my fiance is 22. We plan to get married in five months. I care about Ken a lot. About six months ago, his exgirlfriend called and warned me that he had a horrible temper and had, on several occasions, struck her; once she even had to receive treatment at the emergency room. She said she didn’t want me to find out the hard way that he was violent. She broke up with him because of his violence and would never go out with him again – ever! Since Ken never displayed any sort of violence toward me, I dismissed her call and thought she must simply
’TWEEN 12 & 20 Robert Wallace have been jealous. Last week I was supposed to meet Ken at a restaurant for dinner, but I was 15 minutes late. When I got to the restaurant, Ken was visibly upset. He grabbed my wrist and told me that if I ever “stood him up” again, he’d break my neck. His grip on my wrist was so strong I couldn’t move my fingers. This action shook me up. I never expected it. I then told Ken I didn’t feel like eating,
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TODAY – More than a few of your activities in the year ahead are likely to be done on a much grander scale than you’ve tried in the past. This will be true socially as well as commercially. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) – From time to time, you could be showered with more material opportunities than usual. Be both alert and receptive to any new ideas that come along. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) – This might be one of those days when it’s OK to toot your own horn to attract support for a fresh idea. Blow your bugle loud and clear. ARIES (March 21-April 19) – This could be a good day to enhance your financial wherewithal. If you know of anything you can do that would open such doors, do it now. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) – Most of your associates had better step aside when they see you coming, because once you get on a roll, there will be no stopping you, regardless of what’s in your way. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) – You will have no trouble accomplishing whatever you set your mind to. Obstacles will melt away in the face of your energetic momentum. Enjoy the ride. CANCER (June 21-July 22) – Putting yourself out for others without hesitation will make you feel good, mostly because you won’t make them feel obligated to you in the process. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) – Don’t hesitate to elevate your sights when establishing your objectives. All you have to do to perform some remarkable feats is believe in yourself to the fullest. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) – If there is an important agreement that you need to negotiate, you’re likely to find this to be an excellent day to do so. You stand a good chance of coming to a quick understanding. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) – Because your modus operandi is exceptionally efficient, you won’t waste any time performing your assignments, particularly those that involve a joint interest. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) – Many times, two heads are better than one. This is likely to be one of those days when your efforts could be doubly effective, all because of another’s aid. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) – Because you unselfishly desire to help another, your efforts could bear large fruit. As a result, you could receive some extra rewards that you didn’t seek. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) – Someone you recently met is very anxious to get together to discuss a matter that he or she believes could be of interest. A meeting might be planned.
and he said I’d better eat or he’d order for me and shove the food down my throat. I did order, and I did eat because I was afraid of what he might do. When we left the restaurant, he swore at me and grabbed me by my hair and said that because he’s a nice guy he won’t “punch my lights out.” I saw him the next day and he acted like nothing had happened. He was sweet and asked me questions about our upcoming wedding. What should I do? Please hurry with your response. – Louise, Los Angeles, Calif. Louise: Heed his ex-girlfriend’s warning, and do not
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– I repeat – do not marry this guy! If you do, your life will be a nightmare. Your fiance has a serious emotional flaw and needs professional help. Do not allow him to sweet talk you into believing that his outburst was a one-time thing. It will happen again. Leave this guy immediately and don’t look back! Dr. Wallace: I’m a 14-yearold girl, and I’ve never been kissed. It really doesn’t bother me, but all my friends have been kissed. When they ask me if I’ve been kissed, I say no, and then they laugh and make fun of me and say that I’m a goody-goody. I feel miserable when they do this.
I’m not a goody-goody, it’s just that I haven’t found a guy that I like well enough to kiss. I’m waiting for the right guy at the right time. Is this so odd? Is there something wrong with me? – Nameless, Galesburg, Ill. Nameless: There is nothing wrong with you. Your kiss will come whenever you feel comfortable to give it a try. The next time your friends ask you if you’ve been kissed, simply smile and inform them that you don’t “kiss and tell.” This will give them something to think about.
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If he could have, he would have There are times when it is easier to play against good players. They are reliable. If they can do something beneficial for themselves, they will; they will not make silly errors. Beginners are not trustworthy. That is relevant in this deal, where South is an expert. He is in seven hearts. West leads a trump. What should South do, and how should West discard? After South opened one heart, North understandably drove into the grand slam after two doses of Blackwood. Despite all of the high-card points, the contract looks impossible – declarer has only 12 tricks. His only chance is to run winners and hope for a misdefense. At the table, South took all of his trumps, discarding a spade from the board. West calmly pitched all of his diamonds. This persuaded East to throw diamonds as well. Then came dummy’s diamond winners. East let go of three clubs; West released one spade and one club. But West was not sure what to do on the last diamond. Eventually, not wanting to come down to queen-doubleton in clubs, he discarded a second spade. But now the missing spades were 2-2 and declarer gained a 13th trick. What did West overlook? If South had started with three clubs, he would have ruffed the third on the board to gain an extra trump trick. Also, for a sophisticated pair, when East threw clubs, he should have played first the two, discouraging, then the seven or eight, high to show a remaining even number.
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Pampering 2012 Lexus LS is fuss-free sedan By ANN M. JOB For The Associated Press After decades of top reliability ratings, the Lexus LS 460 remains the quintessential serene, no-fuss, pampering, large, luxury sedan. In fact, the most recent J.D. Power and Associates Dependability Study noted the LS had the fewest ownerreported problems in the auto industry and ranked above vehicles from Mercedes-Benz, Audi and BMW. Now, for 2013, the LS 460 is available in new F Sport trim with a bolder face, crisper steering and a suspension that allows a more dynamic ride. Among the F Sportonly features: Bolstered, yet luxurious, leather front seats, Brembo performance brakes, paddle shifters for manually changing gears, aluminum trim inside in place of some wood trim and standard black Alcantara ceiling material. Starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price, including destination charge, is $72,840 for a base, rearwheel drive, 2013 LS 460 with 386-horsepower V-8 and eightspeed automatic transmission. The lowest-priced 2013 LS with all-wheel drive is $75,785, and the F-Sport has a starting retail price of $82,840 with rear-wheel drive and $85,735 with all-wheel drive. Note that even F-Sport models have the same 386-horsepower, naturally aspirated, gasoline V-8 as the base model, and long-wheelbase LS sedans and a hybrid also are available at higher price points. Competitors include the well-known, large luxury sedans from Europe. For example, the rear-
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This undated image provided by Lexus shows the 2013 Lexus LS 460. wheel drive 2013 Mercedes S550 with 429-horsepower bi-turbo V-8 and seven-speed automatic transmission starts at $95,905, while a 2013 Audi A8 with all-wheel drive, 420-horsepower, twin-turbocharged V-8 and eight-speed automatic transmissions starts at $81,795. Both the S-Class and A8 are available with more fuelefficient V-6s, too. The LS is Lexus’ flagship sedan, but U.S. sales fell 13 percent last year to 8,345. The reason, obviously, isn’t the car’s quality, which is well known – from its precise, small gaps between outer sheet metal to the 38-day, 67-step process just to make perfect Shimamoku layers of striped wood as an optional steering wheel design. Indeed, the details and craftsmanship of the LS can impress many a passenger.
As an example, the analog clock on the dashboard has two types of contrasting aluminum and uses GPS to maintain accurate time, no matter the time zone. Foglamps aren’t the typical round shape. They’re subtle and vertical so as to better harmonize with the new Lexus spindle grille shape. And, these fog lights are energy-efficient and high-tech light-emitting diode lamps. There’s even a hand rest on the far right of the center console, right where the driver needs it, for operating the cursor-mouse control for the sizable, 12.3-inch center display screen. On first glance, this hand rest might come across as the stub at the top of a retro car phone. But it’s actually a smart and helpful resting spot to help ensure accurate
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movement of the cursormouse for commands. This is just one illustration of how the complexity and new technology in the LS are handled thoughtfully in this big sedan, and there’s no stressing to find controls or change settings. In fact, the LS appears to be one of the best luxury cars to allow the driver to operate the car and gradually learn the features, in contrast to other cars that immediately and frustratingly demand attention and driver tutorials. It’s true the 4.6-liter, double overhead cam V-8 in the LS has fewer horses than do the competing V-8s. But the LS doesn’t feel underpowered, even during hard acceleration, where strong engine sounds accompany the smooth rush of 347 or 367 foot-pounds of peak
torque coming on. The different torque ratings depend on whether the car is all-wheel drive (lower torque) or rear-wheel drive. Either way, peak torque is reached by a decent 4,100 rpm. Yes, the LS isn’t snorting and slamming bodies roughly back in the seats, but the performance feels ample, just the same. Alas, even with lower horsepower and torque, the 2013 LS 460 isn’t great on fuel. With a federal government rating of 16 miles per gallon in city driving and 23 mpg on the highway, the 2013 LS compares with the 17/28-mpg rating of the 2013 A8 with more powerful V-8. The test LS 460 F Sport with all-wheel drive averaged just 16.3 mpg in travel that was 65 percent in the city. This translated into a
range of just 360 miles on the 22.2-gallon tank. And, since Lexus requires premium gasoline, a fillup was more than $80. The test LS 460 F Sport with all-wheel drive had the F-Sport’s Drive Mode system that allowed changes to the electronic engine mapping, steering responsiveness and suspension settings. The Eco mode was comforting to have, though it didn’t seem to make an appreciable difference in the test car compared with the normal setting. But the driver noticed more steering assist was needed and a stronger powertrain response when SportPlus was selected. The Sport-Plus setting didn’t change the LS into a BMW 7-Series, but it made a compliant-riding, 16.7-footlong sedan feel more maneuverable and poised on twisty mountain roads. The LS weighs more than 4,200 pounds, and no matter what speed it travels, it has a heavy, solid feel. The test LS wasn’t the long-wheelbase version, but the back seat still felt spacious, and legroom back there seemed much more than the reported 35.8 inches. Legroom in front was nearly 44 inches, with the front seats back all the way on their tracks. Standard safety items include knee air bags for both front passengers and adaptive headlights. The 2013 LS is likely to follow in the tire tracks of its predecessors, in terms of reliability. Thus, it is a recommended buy of Consumer Reports, which says predicted reliability should be above average.
Friday, February 8, 2013 “Whew! I thought I got lost in a jungle!” Photo by: Steven S.
Washer, electric & Dryer, gas Kenmore, Heavy Duty Plus, You haul, $150 Sycamore 239-961-2498
DUNNINGERS COMPLETE ENCYCLOPEDIA BOOK OF MAGIC At least 100 years old. 288 pages. $30. 847-515-8012 Huntley area
PRODUCTION WORKER Swine Farm in Kingston looking for a FT production worker. Call 815-784-6521 M-F 8:00 – 4:00. or E-mail: nima@atcyber.net
STOLLERS - Single stroller $15. Double Stroller $20. Both in good condition. 815-762-7584 TODDLER BED (white) with mattress and linens $50. 815-762-7584
WANTED! I Buy Old Envelopes
Provide medication training & supervision to direct care staff. Monitor health of adults with developmental disabilities & complete nursing documents in accordance with State regulations. 26 hrs/wk, which includes oncall. Min. 2 yrs RN & 1 yr DD experience. MS Office skills required. Apply on our website, www.ohinc.org or in-person at
Precious Moments Wedding Figurine "The Lord Bless & Keep You" E-3114. Great Condition, No Box, $8, DeKalb. 815-739-1953. RECORDS – Box of 52 jazz LPs. Good condition, some collectible. $25. Call Mike 847-695-9561 2002 BMW 3 Series $7100, 330i, automatic, fully loaded, 847-479-0016 or email kkramer.kara@aol.com
Opportunity House, 202 Lucas St., Sycamore, IL, 815-895-5108 EOE
Treadmill- Heartrate, pulse incline. The works! $150 OBO 708-650-4132
Develop/implement service plans, lead planning conferences, schedule/coordinate appts, & maintain client records. Must be QIDP qualified & skilled in Microsoft Office. Excellent organization & communication skills needed. Please apply at ohinc.org or complete an application at: Opportunity House 202 Lucas St, Sycamore. 815-895-5108 Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace
Oak Roll-top Desk - Great condition 46”w x 46”h. 7 drawers (lower part) & lots of spaces, drawers in rolltop area – will accommodate laptop computer. $225 obo. 815-901-2426 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.
TRUCK/TRAILER WASHER Hog Farm looking to hire a truck/trailer washer. Some local driving w/small trailer possible. Hours variable. Call 815-7846521 M-F 8:00 – 4:00. or E-mail: nima@atcyber.net
BED SETS/MATTRESS SETS, Brand New. Twin $99, Full $129, Queen $159, King $259 Warrantied. Can deliver. 815-703-3688
DEKALB AREA Leading Janitorial company is interviewing for Warehouse Cleaners/ Pallet Workers in the DeKalb area. PT on all shifts & weekends, $8.60/hr. Pre-emp drug screening, background check required. For more info call: 800-543-8034 & dial Ext. 411. Leave your name & phone # after the message or apply at www.dsicorporation.com
JEWELRY BOX - Great For Valentine's Day!Hanging Jewelry Box With Door To Display Photos In, Espresso Finish, New, $20. 815895-5373. Sycamore. MIRROR - Jewel Case Lighted 3Drawer Mirror With 1X and 5X Magnification Mirror, New, $15. Great for Valentine's Day! 815-895-5373. Sycamore
Table Saw. Sears Craftsman Deluxe Electronic. 10” $225. 815-899-2145
for a CJ7, $1100. Drive train for a '80 CJ7, $900. And a 6.5' snowplow, $600. 815-784-3388
★★★★★★★★★★★
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
Hospital Beds. 2 Twin Size. FREE. 815-766-1717
ANTELOPE HEAD - MOUNTED Excellent condition. $185. 847-515-8012 Huntley area
★★★★★★★★★★★
A-1 AUTO
Garage Door Opener
For single door, disassemble, $150 239-961-2498 Sycamore
LORI'S HOME HEATLH CARE 20 Yrs Experience in Nursing, Asst w/physical needs, housekeeping and errands. 815-656-1733
PARTY SUPPLIES - Huge Lot, Car, Speed Racer Including Invites, Thank yous, Decorations, Party Favors, , Confetti, Gift Bags, Tablecloths, Birthday Ribbon, Plus A Whole Lot More $20, DeKalb. 815-739-1953. Stove To Go, Prepare Meals On The Road, 12V Convenience for The Road, Max Burton By Athena, New, $18. 815-895-5373. Sycamore.
ADORABLE PUP Female Am Staff mix. 8 months. Spayed, shots, microchip, house trained. $225 adopt fee. 815-375-1003
Maple Park 231 Dekalb Dr
BOWLING BALL - 14lb. Black. Good for a starter ball. $15 815-762-7584 BOYS ICE SKATES - Brand new (black) size 7. $25 815-762-7584
(follow signs)
Moving Sale Feb 7 -10 9am – 3pm
Most Everything MUST GO! Furniture, household (lots of antiques & collectibles)Tools, Longaberger Baskets, rolltop desk, collectible glass, cookie jars, love seat, 2 recliners, lots of kitchen items, tools, pots & pans, jewelry, Schwinn Bike (nice), tables, lamps, garage items, quilts & rack, wood duck & Shore Birds, rolling pins, antiques rocker, L. Hitchcock Stool (signed), & much More! PRICED TO GO! 630–742-3251
Start 2013 In Your Brand New Home Up to $1500 in Savings! 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths Beautiful Park Setting Edgebrook Community 815-895-9177
SYCAMORE - Reduced! A Bargain at $62,500! 2 BR Penthouse! Adolph Miller RE. 815-756-7845
815-814-1224 OFFICE ASSISTANT – Part Time Acct. exp. req. A/P, A/R, Payroll, HR, ins., office/reception. Email resume to: company.landscape@yahoo.com
Beautiful New and Pre-Owned Homes Available Starting at $1000 2 or 3 bedrooms Immediate Occupancy Edgebrook Community 1801 DeKalb Ave. Sycamore, IL 815-895-9177
TUB - FIBERGLASS
FT Case Manager/QIDP
WAREHOUSE CLEANERS / PALLET WORKERS
Hillcrest Place Apts.
2002 PT Cruiser - 107k miles excellent condition, good work car, $5000 OBO 815-793-2995
Social Services
Fisher Price Ocean Wonders Kick & Crawl Gym For Ages Birth On Up, New, $15. 815-895-5373. Sycamore. Thomas & Friends Shining Time Station Knapford Station, Wellsworth Station & Turntable & Shed Plastic Connect A Sets, RARE & Long Retired, $45, DeKalb. 815-739-1953 Breaking News available 24/7 at Daily-Chronicle.com
Will BUY UR USED CAR, TRUCK, SUV,
MOST CASH WILL BEAT ANY QUOTE GIVEN!! $400 - $2000 NO TITLE...... NO PROBLEM 815-575-5153
$$ WANTED $$ Cars, Trucks & Vans $225 Cash. Free Towing. 815-739-9221
WANTED TO BUY Toyota Truck or Car. Running or Not or Any Foreign Car. 630-709-2648
220 E Hillcrest 815-758-0600 hillcrestplaceaptsdekalb.com
Stone Prairie
DEKALB - 2BR, 1BA to 2BA APTS. Multiple Locations $650-$725 Pittsley Realty (815)756-7768 WWW.PITTSLEYREALTY.COM DEKALB - 3BR 1BA Apartment W/D Hook-up, Convenient location 1029 S. 4th St. $675/mo Call Pittsley Realty (815)756-7768
Washer & dryer, central air, fireplace, exercise center. Cat friendly. Private fishing. $760/mo.
DeKalb - Large Quiet 2BR
Newly remodeled, near NIU. Parking/heat/water incl, W/D, C/A. 815-238-0118
DEKALB 1BR & 2BR
Available now, variety of locations. Appliances, clean and quiet. 815-758-6580 DeKalb 3BR Upper. 1BA. 730 Grove. Walk in pantry. Nice yard. Great location. $625/mo+utils & sec dep. Mark 815-739-3740 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
815-739-5589 ~ 815-758-6439
Washer & Gas Dryer
Kenmore Elite Oasis, white, works perfect. King size capacity plus. Quietpak, $400/ea or $750/both.
SYCAMORE – 2 BR, 1 BA, Upper, New Paint, Flooring, Off Street Park, Laundry, $650 +Utils. 815-751-3982
Sycamore Brickville Rd.
2BR, $675/mo + 1st, last, security. Electric only, W/D, no pets/smoking Available 2/1. 815-501-1378
Prime Corner Rt 64 & Rt 47! 1.26 acres!! $1.1million. Adolph Miller RE. 815-756-7845
Starting @ $432,1BR $599, 2BR, $683, 3BR
3BR TH, 2.5BA, gar, front porch. All appliances, very nice, no pets. $1050/mo. 815-761-8639 www.dekalb-rental.com
The Knolls Hot new deluxe townhomes. 2 & 3 Bedrooms. Garage, C/A, Basement. Pets?
Starting at $645
815-757-1907
815-758-7859 DeKalb. 1BR + Office/BR, LR, DR, eat in kitchen, appls, C/A, hrdwd flrs, built-in bookshelves, 1 car gar, W/D, bsmnt, patio. NO PETS. $750/mo+utils. 331-575-2822
DEKALB 1 BEDROOM Available Immediatley! Close to NIU, Free heat & water, quiet lifestyle. Varsity Square Apts. 815-756-9554 www.glencoproperties.com BIG APARTMENTS, LESS MONEY! Rochelle: 15 minutes from DeKalb! Studios, 1 BR & 2BR Starting at $395 Recently updated! Affordable heat. Walk to shops! (815) 562-6425 www.whiteoakapartments.net Now accepting Visa, M/C, Discover
DeKalb. 1BR, 1BA. Freshly painted. New carpet. $475/mo+Electricity 630-248-1939 DeKalb. 3BR 1BA. Clean. Freshly painted. $850/mo+Utils. 630-248-1939 DEKALB: 1Bdrm Apartment Across from Huntley Park, 505 S. 2nd St., $540/mo. Call Pittsley Realty 815-756-7768
GENOA Well maintained 2BR with central air, no pets + laundry facilities. $675/mo + dep. 815-600-4955
BRIARWOOD APARTMENTS 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms Available W/D hookup Central Air Carport On-site laundry Some pets OK
AVAILABLE NOW!
Newly remodeled 2 Bedroom CALL FOR DETAILS 815-245-6098 ~ 815-923-2521
Sycamore Quiet 1 Bedroom
CLEAN! $550/mo, stove, refrig, water. No pets, no smoking. 815-895-4756 or 815-562-3459
Sycamore Quiet Area on 4 Acres Newly Renovated 2BR. $675/mo, pay elec only, W/D, no pets/smkg. 815-501-1378
Sycamore UPPER 2BR, 1BA
Close to town. Electric, gas, water incl. $800/mo. + dep. Avail now. Brad 815-739-7665
Sycamore, Large Townhome 3BR, 2.5BA. Garage, All Appls Incl. Townsend Management 815-787-7368
Available now. Remodeled, clean and quiet, $425/mo. 815-758-6580 ~ 815-901-3346
(815) 758-2960 Rochelle ~ Spacious 2BR TH New carpet, fresh paint, W/D hook-up. $595/mo,1 year lease. 815-751-4440
Cortland Estates 3 BR Apartments Dishwasher On-Site Laundry Facility Playground Washer & Dryer Connection Sparkling Pool 230 McMillan Court Cortland, IL 60112
815-758-2910 income restriction apply
DON'T NEED IT? SELL IT FAST!
Daily Chronicle Classified Call 877-264-2527
DEKALB
Immaculate 4,280 sq ft Office / Warehouse. Air conditioned office area and bathrooms Great location near airport & tollway in DeKalb.
815-754-5831
DEKALB - Nice 4BR, 3BA House 2 Story, 2 Car Gar, W/D, Finished Basement, 1109 Sycamore Rd Call Pittsley Realty (815)756-7768 DEKALB 3 BR, New Dec., Fenced. Gar., $950. Lease. Ref. Betsy Smith 815-895-2488 Also: Office for Rent in Sycamore.
DEKALB 3BR, FR, DR, DEN Updated kitchen, W/D hook-up. Basement, garage, no pets/smoke. $895. 815-756-2755
DeKalb: 4BR, 2.5 BA basement. Close to NIU. Avail. Feb. $1350/mo. (815)762-0617 aazad2005@gmail.com
We routinely monitor for the presence of drinking water contaminants. The most recent testing results we received on January 4, 2013 show that our system exceeds the standard, or maximum contaminant level (MCL), for combined radium. The standard for combined radium is 5 pico curies per liter (pCi/L). The average level of combined radium over the last year was 7 pCi/L. What should I do? You do not need to use an alternative (e.g., bottled) water supply. However, if you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor. What does this mean? This is not an immediate risk. If it had been, you would have been notified immediately. However, some people who drink water containing radium-226 or radium-228 in excess of the MCL over many years may have an increased risk of getting cancer. What happened? What is being done? We have contacted the manufacturer of the Water Treatment Equipment and are developing a corrective action plan. As the corrective action may involve physical modifications at the Water Treatment Plant, we anticipate resolving the problem within the next 9 months. For more information, please contact Tim Farrell or Pete Wallers at 630/466-6700 or at EEI, 52 Wheeler Road, Sugar Grove, IL 60554. Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail. This notice is being sent to you by Hinckley Water System ID# IL0370200 Date distributed 02/08/2013 (Published in the Daily Chronicle, February 8, 2013.)
PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, DEKALB COUNTY, ILLINOIS CAUSE NO. 12-TX-71: TO THE FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS (AND IF DECEASED, TO THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES), AND TO THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, AND TO ALL INTERESTED DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES THEREOF, INCLUDING AMONG OTHERS DEKALB COUNTY CLERK , DEKALB COUNTY STATE'S ATTORNEY , ILLINOIS PUBLIC AID FIELD CONSULTANT, ILLINOIS DEPT OF HEALTHCARE & FAMILY SERVICES (PUBLIC AID), ILLINOIS DIVISION OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, ILLINOIS DEPT OF PUBLIC AID, TECH RECOVERY, ILLINOIS DEPT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, CITY OF DEKALB, CITY OF SANDWICH, CITY OF SYCAMORE, VILLAGE OF SOMONAUK, AND TO OCCUPANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PARTIES INTERESTED IN THE PARCELS HEREINAFTER NAMED: Parcel Number 06-20-327-009 06-20-400-027
$99 1st Month's Rent
Chronicle Classified 877-264-2527
Sycamore E. State St.
Genoa~Country View Apts.
For qualified applicants
Sycamore. Updated 2BR, hrdwood flrs. 1 car garage, bsmnt, laundry. No pets. Avail now. $795/mo+sec. Agent Owned. 815-766-1513
Our water system has violated a drinking water standard. Although this is not an emergency, as our customers, you have a right to know what happened, what you should do, and what we are doing to correct this situation.
2900 DeKalb Ave. Laundry, non-smoking, all utilities except electrical, $675. 815-758-2911
ROCHELLE 1 BEDROOM
Rochelle Large 2 Bedroom
Clean & Quiet. Basement, laundry. 1 car garage, no pets. $550/mo + security deposit. 847-809-6828
The Village of Hinckley Public Water Supply Has Levels of Combined Radium Above Drinking Water Standards
Sycamore Upstairs 2BR, 1BA
Now leasing 1 & 2 Bedroom All remodeled, new appl, carpet. Large Apts, Country Lifestyle. 815-784-4606 ~ 815-758-6580
Avail starting Feb. Lease, refs req. No pets. $900/mo + utils. More info & appt call. 815-756-9763
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER
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.
University Village Apts. 722 N. Annie Glidden Rd.
DeKalb ~ The Knolls Sub.
3 bedroom,1.5 bath, C/A, D/W. Garage, bsmt, $1025/mo + sec. Available March. 815-751-3806
PUBLIC NOTICE
06-20-425-022 06-20-451-001 06-20-453-007 06-21-151-018 06-21-151-019 06-21-153-005 06-21-179-001 06-21-352-001 06-21-353-001 06-21-377-049 06-21-440-012 06-21-456-018 08-03-428-013 08-12-377-001 08-12-377-001 09-17-100-018 09-17-200-015 09-17-200-021 09-17-300-009 09-17-400-002 09-17-400-010 09-17-400-010 09-17-400-010 09-28-351-015 09-28-351-015 09-28-351-016 09-28-351-016 09-28-352-001 09-28-352-001 09-29-276-011 09-29-276-011 13-06-332-003 13-06-334-001 13-06-334-001 13-06-334-001 16-02-100-005 16-02-100-005 16-02-100-005 16-02-100-005
815-739-9997
DeKalb Golf Course Community
Sycamore - Larger Upper 2BR 2 bath, W/D. Next to Park. No pets. $900/mo + 1st last and security. 815-895-8526
DEKALB ~ SPACIOUS MARKET APARTMENTS
LOOKING FOR A PRIME DOWNTOWN SYCAMORE BUSINESS BUILDING?
2 State St. Entrances, 2 Bathrooms, Parital Kitchen, Updated Mechanicals, Over 2000 sq. ft. CALL NEDRA ERICSON, REALTOR
DeKalb - 2BR 2BA Townhomes W/D, Central A/C, Dishwasher AVAIL. NOW $800/mo Call Pittsley Realty 815-756-7768
Lease, deposit, ref. No pets. DeKalb. Prime Rt 38 Location! 3 bay bldg w/office. $262,500. Adolph Miller RE. 815-756-7845
JEWELRY CASE
Wine color, 40” tall, like new! 6 drawers,Queen Anne style, $60. 815-895-8046 Lilac Prom Dress, Size 8. Beading on top with a full skirt. Asking $100 but will consider any offer. Willing to send pictures to anyone interested. 815-252-6514
Laing Mgmt. 815-758-1100 or 815-895-8600
DEKALB - Large 4 BR, 3BA 2 Story Duplex, Full basement, W/D, 2.5 Car Gar, 803 S. 2nd St. Call Pittsley Realty (815)756-7768
Dekalb/South 3BR 1.5BA
2BR, 2BA APT.
SYCAMORE - 3 bed, 1.5 BA, garage, lg. deck, w/d, recent upgrades! $950 n/s, 815-739-0652 rentinsycamore@gmail
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Sycamore: Clean 2BR,1BA, full size washer/dryer, dishwasher, garbage disposal, next to park and school. $695/mo. You pay utilities. No dogs. 815-970-4640 Eric
DeKalb Quiet Studio,1 & 2BR
We Pay The Best! For Junk Cars, Trucks and Vans No Title, No Problem. Same Day Pick-Up. 630-817-3577
2 bath, full basement, 1 car gar. No pets/smoking. $825/mo + sec. Avail early March. 815-766-0762
1BR, $540, 2BR, $640.
Collections 815-758-4004
Shabbona 2 Bedroom Duplex
DeKalb: Available Now!
Stamps
Precious Moments Dated 1987 Club Figurine, "Love Is The Best Gift Of All", Great Condition, No box, $8, DeKalb Area. 815-739-1953.
RN Part-time
1988 Polaris Indy Snowmobile $500 708-651-4132
Sycamore. 321 S. Walnut St. 1BR. $575/mo, incl all utils. Patio. Pets OK w/$500 dep. No smoking on property. st 1 mo. rent+sec. On site laundry. 815-895-8901
Owners/Parties Interested Cert Number B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PRTNRSHP 2009-00118 DEKALB ASSOCIATES LLC & 2009-00121 RIVERMIST CORPORATION B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PRTNRSHP 2009-00122 B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PRTNRSHP 2009-00123 B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PRTNRSHP 2009-00124 B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PRTNRSHP 2009-00143 B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PARTNERSHIP 2009-00144 B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PARTNERSHIP 2009-00146 B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PARTNERSHIP 2009-00148 B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PRTNRSHP 2009-00152 B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PRTNRSHP 2009-00159 B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PRTNRSHP 2009-00168 SYCAMORE PARTNERSHIP 2009-00177 B & B DEVELOPMENT LTD PRTNRSHP 2009-00178 EAGLE HOMES HIDDEN GROVE LLC 2009-00259 ORIX DEKALB LLC 2009-00279 ORIX REAL ESTATE CAPITAL INC 2009-00279 YOUNG REAL ESTATE GROUP, LLC 2009-00445 CORTLAND BARBER GREENE RD LLC 2009-00447 CORTLAND BARBER GREENE RD LLC 2009-00448 YOUNG REAL ESTATE GROUP, LLC 2009-00449 CORTLAND BARBER GREENE RD LLC 2009-00453 VON BEHREN, SANDRA 2009-00455 STEVEN SCHROEDER 2009-00455 BROWN, CAROL 2009-00455 MONTALBANO BUILDERS INC 2009-00468 RBC REAL ESTATE FINANCE INC 2009-00468 RBC REAL ESTATE FINANCE INC 2009-00469 MONTALBANO BUILDERS INC 2009-00469 RBC REAL ESTATE FINANCE INC 2009-00470 MONTALBANO BUILDERS INC 2009-00470 RESOURCE BANK N A AS TRUSTEE 2009-00529 FOR TR 1244-0 RESOURCE BANK N A 2009-00529 GEMBECK, PAMELA M 2009-00717 CARLSON, L L A/KA LINDA KUSH 2009-00718 VILLAGE OF LEE C/O VILLAGE CLERK 2009-00718 KUSH, LINDA L 2009-00718 ANDERSON, CHAD MO'DONNELL KOLTON L 2009-00771 NEW YORK COMMUNITY BANKMIN 2009-00771 100162500024733215 JP MORGAN CHASE BANKMIN 2009-00771 FIRST CENTENNIAL MORTGAGE CORP 2009-00771 C/O MICHAEL T MCCORMICK, REG AGT
Street Or Common Address PEACE RD. & FRANTUM RD. PEACE RD. PEACE RD. MERRY OAKS DR. MERRY OAKS DR. STATE RTE 23 STATE RTE 23 STATE RTE 23 NORTHGATE DR. MAIN ST. MAIN ST. ELI BARNES CT. OFF CONGRESS AVE. HERON CREEK DR. POPLAR LN. SOMONAUK RD. SOMONAUK RD. BARBER GREENE RD. W. WINTERBERRY AVE. SOMONAUK RD. N. SOMONAUK RD. N. SOMONAUK RD. N. SOMONAUK RD. HAHN DR. HAHN DR. HAHN DR. HAHN DR. HAHN DR. HAHN DR. STATE RTE 38 STATE RTE 38 124 S. VIKING VIE 200 S. KORN GATE 200 S. KORN GATE 200 S. KORN GATE CLAPSADDLE RD. CLAPSADDLE RD. CLAPSADDLE RD. CLAPSADDLE RD.
TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID PARCELS WERE SOLD ON OCTOBER 25, 2010, FOR GENERAL TAXES FOR THE YEAR 2009 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES JUNE 19, 2013. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX DEEDS HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED PARCELS BY DE KALB COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JULY 11, 2013 AT 9:00 AM, SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX DEED ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID PARCEL NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 19, 2013. / S/ DE KALB COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 110 E SYCAMORE STREET, SYCAMORE, IL 60178 TELEPHONE: (815) 895-7149 (Published in the Daily Chronicle, January 25, February 1 & 8, 2013.)
Page C8• Friday, February 8, 2013 Kingston. 2BR, 1BA. Appls & garbage removal incl. $600/mo +sec dep. No pets. 815-975-4601 PLANO - FOR RENT ONE PERSON HOME, LOCATED IN COUNTRY OUTSIDE OF PLANO. FOR MORE INFO CONTACT MARK AT 630-892-7093
DEKALB COUNTY, ILLINOIS
DeKalb - Furnished Room Student or employed male $370. includes utilities . Need References. 815-758-7994
Newly remodeled, 1.5 car garage. $800/mo + $800 sec dep + utilities. 630-546-2150 SYCAMORE -4 bdrm ranch for rent. $1100- 2 car garage. Call 815-895-2013 Sycamore- 2 BD, 1 ½ BA House Full basement, Lg corner lot, North Maple St. Avail Mar 1st. $950 month 815-751-8330
DeKalb Location! 5 Nice Storefronts Size & Price vary! Adolph Miller RE. 815-756-7845 Sycamore Near courthouse. Furnished, attractive, large office space. Great for professionals. $575/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
Sycamore. 3BR, 2.5BA, 2200 sq ft, 4 season room, 2.5 car garage. Near Syc Golf Course. No smoking. 815-970-0110
Waterman Small 1 Bedroom Tenant pays Com Ed and share of water, 3 mo rent + sec. Reduced $500/mo! 815-757-5079
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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BETTY L. KLEVELAND, DECEASED Case No. 13 P12 CLAIMS NOTICE
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Notice is given of the death of BETTY L. KLEVELAND, of Clare, Illinois. Letters of Administration were issued on the 23rd day of January, 2013, to KENNETH C. KLEVELAND, whose attorney is HEATHER M. FRITSCH, 204 South Main Street, Suite 2, Sycamore, Illinois, 60178. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court at the DeKalb County Courthouse, 133 West State Street, Sycamore, Illinois, 60178, or with the representative, or both, no later that 4:30 p.m. on or before the 22nd day of July. Any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. KENNETH C. KLEVELAND, Administrator By: Heather M. Fritsch Attorney Heather M. Fritsch ARDC 06273429 The Law Office of Heather M. Fritsch 204 South Main Street, Suite 2 Sycamore, IL 60178 815-899-8400 815-899-8422 fax
PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE TWENTY-THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DEKALB COUNTY, ILLINOIS
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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS VILLAGE OF KINGSTON, ILLINOIS 1. Time and Place of Opening Bids: Sealed proposals for the construction of the 4th Street Well House Improvements for the Village of Kingston, DeKalb County, Illinois, will be received at the Village Hall, 101 E. Railroad Street, Kingston, IL until 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 1, 2013, and at that time, will be publicly opened and read aloud. 2. Description of Work: The Project includes furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment and performing all work generally described as follows: The Village of Kingston's 4th Street Well House property currently houses 2-hydropnuematic tanks which are connected to their drinking water distribution system. The tanks have reached their estimated life expectancy and they need to be removed along with a portion of the interior water main piping in the well house. In order to remove the tanks from the well house building, an opening in the exterior wall will need to be made. New by-pass water main piping, valves, and a water meter will need to be constructed to connect the water system to the storage tank and to the existing 8-inch water main along 4th Street. The 4th Street Well House property also houses 2 well pumps, 2-booster pumps, and 1fire supply pump which need to have variable frequency drives (vfd) installed and modifications made to the electrical control panels.
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3 Information for Bidders: All pertinent documents may be examined at the Village of Kingston Village Hall or at the office of HR Green, Inc., 651 Prairie Pointe, Suite 201, Yorkville, Illinois 60560. Copies of the bidding documents may be obtained from the Engineers, HR Green, Inc. on February 8, 2013, upon a non-refundable payment of $20.00 per CD.
Dated at Kingston, Illinois, this 6th day of February, 2013.
Not less than the prevailing rate of wages as found by the Village of Kingston or the Department of Labor or determined by the court on review shall be paid to all laborers, workmen and mechanics performing work under this contract. The Village of Kingston is exempt from the Illinois State, municipal or county Retailers Occupation Tax, Service Occupation Tax, Use Tax, and Service Use Tax as described in Illinois Compiled Statute Chapter 35. Bid prices shall not include the cost of such taxes. All bids must be accompanied by a Bidder's Bond, certified check, bank cashier's check or bank draft payable to the Village of Kingston for ten percent (10%) of the total amount of the bid as provided in the Instructions to Bidders. 4. Rejection of Bids: The Kingston Village Board reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and to waive technicalities. Unless the bids are rejected for good cause, award of contract shall be made to the lowest responsible and responsive Bidder based on the base bid or the base bid plus alternate.
/s/ Heather Edwards Heather Edwards, Village Clerk (Published in the Daily Chronicle, February 8, 2013.)
PUBLIC NOTICE PURSUANT TO 10 ILCS 5/12-1, THIS NOTICE IS INTENDED TO COMPLY WITH THE FEDERAL VOTING ACCESIBILITY ACT. ON APRIL 9, 2013, A CONSOLIDATED ELECTION WILL BE HELD AT ALL NORMAL POLLING PLACES IN AND FOR DEKALB COUNTY. SHOULD VOTERS REQUIRE SPECIAL ACCOMODATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE DEKALB COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE AT 815.895.7147 OR FIND INFORMATION ONLINE AT WWW.VOTEDEKALB.COM TO REGISTER TO BE A DISABLED VOTER AND/OR RECEIVE INFORMATION REGARDING ACCESSIBILITY OPTIONS AT EACH POLLING LOCATION. /s/ JOHN J. ACARDO DEKALB COUNTY CLERK (Published in the Daily Chronicle, February 8, 2013.)
PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE TWENTY-THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, DEKALB COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF: KALIAYA WILLIAMSON
IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF: KALIAYA WILLIAMSON FOR CHANGE OF NAME PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on March 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, Donald Benson will file his Petition requesting that Kaliaya Williamson's name be changed from Kaliaya Williamson to Kaliaya Benson 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. ROBERT BENSON c/o Law Office of Paula Rieghns, Ltd. 605 East Grant Highway Marengo, Illinois 60152 815-901-2273 (Ph.)
Sycamore High School, 1 Spartan Trail, Sycamore, IL at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 22, 2013. The purpose of this pre-bid meeting will be to discuss the specifications and to address any questions bidders may have.
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1032 S. 7th St. DeKalb Southmoor Estates, Office Staff, 815-756-1299
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Cortland $100,000 82 W George Ave. Great 3br 2ba starter o 75x120 lot! Features 23x18 fam rm additio w/stoe gas or woodburig fpl! Mai flr laudry, bsmt, slidig dr to 20x20 deck. MLS ID 08035648 Nancy Watson 815-756-2557
DeKalb $279,000 120 Widsor Dr. O early half acre corer lot! 3br o mai level plus 2 more bedrooms & office/sittig rm up. Hardwood flrs, fpl i kit & diig area, fi bsmt w/rec rm & work rm, 2 car gar. MLS ID 08245305 Joline Suchy 815-784-4582
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DeKalb $248,750 505 Fox Hollow. Approx 2,700 sq ft, 4br, 2d flr laudry, hardwood flrs thru mai leve, remodeled 26x13 kit w/ islad & fpl, fam rm additio w/brick fpl, bsmt framed for rec rm & office, patio w/pergola. MLS ID 08108783 Diane Hammon 815-756-2557
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DeKalb $222,000 2075 Patriot Dr. 2,000+ sq ft, 3br (master has bath & huge walk-i closet), kit opes to fam rm w/fpl, mai flr office, all appliaces, bsmt. MLS ID 08261675 Melissa Mobile
DeKalb $210,000 1022 Fox Hollow. Approx 2,400 sq ft, 4br icl vaulted master w/Jacuzzi & walk-i closet, kit has oak cabiets & opes to fam rm w/fpl, full bsmt w/roughed-i bath. MLS ID 07940330 815-756-2557 The Brunett Team 815-756-2557
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DeKalb $182,000 763 Kesigto Blvd. Over 1800 sq ft home i Kesigto Poite! Hardwood flr from great rm w/gas fpl thru to kitche & diig area, mai flr laudry, full fi bsmt plumbed for ba. 2 car gar, feced yard. MLS ID 08170287 Diane Hammon 815-756-2557
723 Hedge Dr, DeKalb $154,900 Aie Glidde to Lore (L) to Hedge (L) -- Ope flr pla, 3br, 2ba, cathedral ceilig i liv rm & kit w/islad & appliaces, fi bsmt, feced back yard. MLS ID 08254210
Genoa $239,900 1206 War Admiral Dr. New eergy-efficiet rach just completed i Derby Estates! 1,905 sq ft, Aderse 200 series widows, maple cabietry, stailess appliaces, 3br, 2ba, fam rm fpl, bsmt. MLS ID 07935323 Kelly Miller 815-756-2557
Genoa $139,900 201 Prairie St. Rach duplex o corer lot is great ivestmet opportuity, 2br i each side, teats pay all utilities, 2 car detached garage. MLS ID 08107611
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DeKalb $139,000 1209 Scott Ct. O cul-de-sac i Overlook Poit, eeds TLC, 3br, 2.5ba, 17x13 fam rm w/fpl & Frech drs to back yard, liv/di combo, 18x14 kit, bsmt has roughed-i bath. MLS ID 08169525 815-756-2557 Diane Hammon 815-756-2557
Monroe Center $137,000 106 W Mai St. 2 uit is great ivestmet, each apt has 2br (lower has 1.5ba), laudry facilities & storage i bsmt, divided 2 car gar for extra icome. Recetly updated isulatio, sidig & roof! MLS ID 08090256 815-756-2557 Julie abrizius 815-756-2557
Sycamore $189,000 1626 Brickville Rd. Side-by-side rach duplex o 60x178 lot is great ivestmet, both uits avail (curretly leased), each has 2br & partly fi bsmt. Built-i storage attached to 2 car gar. MLS ID 08103300 Joline Suchy 815-784-4582
DeKalb $90,900 848 S Eleveth St. Double wide modular home i Southmoore Estates, approx 1,600 sq ft, walk-i closets i all 3br, 2ba, vaulted ceiligs, skylites, 12x21 liv rm w/fpl, 10x22 deck. MLS ID 08163408 The Brunett Team 815-756-2557
DeKalb $69,000 304 Sycamore Rd. Origially built as a 2 uit across from middle school, each apartmet has 2br & appliaces icl washer & dryer. Sep utilities, room for garage. MLS ID 08003762 Laura Boyer 815-756-2557
1007 Lberty Dr, Elburn $299,900 KESLINGER RD W TO LIBERTY DR S TO HOME -- Overlookig pod i Blackberry Creek, Kaelad Schools, approx 3,200 sq ft, 4br icl 22x18 master, loft, wood lamiate flr thru mai level, fam rm fpl, office, Coria couters & islad i kit. MLS ID 08249398 Gina Rizza 630-232-6900
Huntley $159,900 10903 N Woodstock St. O brick paver street i historic area, 4br (master has sittig area & walk-i closet), 3-seaso frot porch, see-thru gas fpl warms the 14x27 liv rm & kit. New furace, air & 2 car gar. MLS ID 08025939 Joline Suchy 815-784-4582
Kngston $324,500 29855 Oak Meadow Dr. 1+ acres, Sycamore Schools, upstairs has 4br plus 24x23 bous rm/5thbr, 3.5ba, 9 ft ceiligs & hardwood flrs o mai level, office, Pella widows, 42 ich maple cabiets, lookout bsmt. MLS ID 08169376 Kelly Miller 815-756-2557
Lee $424,900 1343 Woodlaw Rd. 8.2 acres, 4,300 sq ft, 4br, 44x19 3rd flr bous rm, hardwood i most rms, 12 ft islad i kit, 2 story fam rm w/stoe wood stove, walkout bsmt. MLS ID 08044999 Kelly Miller 815-756-2557
Sycamore $315,000 1880 Spears Rd. 1.13 acres overlookig woods! Master br has whirlpool, corer fpl & tray ceil! Mai flr 4thbr, hardwood flrs thru 1st flr, 2.5 car gar w/bsmt access, 20x18 deck, 18x44 Soco igroud pool! MLS ID 08043541 Kelly Miller 815-756-2557
Sycamore $289,000 1339 Yorkshire Dr. I Foxpoite, approx 3,400 sq ft, cathedral ceilig & fpl i fam rm, hardwood flr i kit, 1st flr office, fi bsmt w/rec & exercise rms, 2d kit, 4th full bath & possible 5thbr. MLS ID 08047021 Nancy Watson 815-756-2557
Sycamore $250,000 11651 Deerpath Rd. Updated home o 1 acre! 4br, 2.5ba, hardwood throughout 1st & 2d flrs except for liv rm w/ brick fpl. Partly fi bsmt, 2.5 car attached plus extra heated 4.5 car detached gar. MLS ID 08246969 Nancy Watson 815-756-2557
Sycamore $239,900 612 Alde Dr. Built i 2007, approx 2,900 sq ft, 4-5 upstairs br, 2.5ba, kit opes to fam rm w/fpl, kit has islad & hardwood flr, bsmt, tadem 3 car gar. MLS ID 08108567
Sycamore $139,900 491 E Elm St. Duplex towhouse w/2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, hardwood flr i di rm, skylight i 12x11 kitche. Lookout basemet, deck & patio i privacy feced yard. MLS ID 08222679 Melissa Mobile 815-756-2557
Sycamore $117,000 182 McLare Dr 182. Ed uit rach pethouse codo - 1 level livig! 3br, 2 full baths, bay widows i eatig area. Gas fpl i 26x14 liv rm which opes to balcoy. Appliaces stay. MLS ID 08081444 Brenda Henke 815-756-2557
Sycamore $114,000 454 Exchage St 454. Ed-uit codo ear tow, bedrooms are 12x16 & 12x12, 12x23 liv rm, 1 car gar. MLS ID 08183443
Hnckley $144,900 204 S Sycamore St. O 100x204 lot backig to woods & stream just a block from dowtow, quick close OK, hardwood flrs & origial woodwork thruout, 3br, 1.5ba, 25x15 liv rm, huge bsmt. Furishigs also avail. MLS ID 07984730 815-756-2557 Megan Martin 815-784-4582
Malta $34,900 302 S Orput St. O 95x280 lot, 2 bedrooms o 1st flr & 20x16 master br up. Skylights i kit, 2 car garage MLS ID 08213515 Melissa Mobile
DeKalb $200,000 415 Settler Rd. I Devoaire Farms, approx 2,400 sq ft, 4br, 2.5ba, mai flr office, kit has 42 ich maple cabiets, stailess appliaces & opes to fam rm w/fpl. Bsmt, brick paver patio. MLS ID 07922230 Nancy Watson 815-756-2557
Sycamore $167,500 612 Buckboard Dr 52. FHA Approved! Towhouse i North Grove Crossigs, approx. 1950 sq ft icl ewly fiished bsmt! 2br icl luxury master suite w/bath. 13x11 loft, maple kit cabs, all appliaces stay. MLS ID 08248890 Kelly Miller 815-756-2557
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Sycamore $79,900 1816 Kerrybrook Ct 43-1. Rach 2 bedroom ed-uit codo i Woodgate, a pool & clubhouse commuity. Freshly paited, ew carpetig, ew thermal widows. Diig area opes to su deck. Full bsmt, attached garage. MLS ID 08142472 815-756-2557 Nancy Watson 815-756-2557
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