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Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka dies at 70 SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka died early Wednesday of complications from a stroke suffered on Tuesday, according to spokesman Brad Hahn.

Topinka was 70 years old.

Judy T o p i n k a , Baar o f R i v e r s i d e , Topinka served as state comptroller for four years and was re-elected in November for a second four-year term.

Topinka went to MacNeal Hospital in Berwyn Tuesday morning after feeling discomfort, according to a press release. She underwent testing for a possible stroke and was under observation Wednes-

News to your phone Visit shawurl.com/texts to sign up for news and weather text alerts from Suburban Life. day morning when she lost consciousness. She was pronounced dead shortly after 2 a.m.

Local officials immediately began sharing their memories of Topinka upon hearing the news Wednesday morning.

“My family and I extend our condolences to her family and many friends,” State Sen. Christina Radogno, R-Lemont, said in a statement.

“I am deeply saddened by the loss of my good friend, Judy Baar Topinka. Judy was supportive of me from the time I ran for school board in the

western suburbs in the early 1990’s to now as House Republican Leader,” State Rep. Jim Durkin, R-Burr Ridge, said in a statement. “She was a mentor and a tireless campaigner for so many of us. Whenever she entered a room all attention shifted to her because she was larger than life, and could always make us laugh.”

Topinka held a long and storied career as an Illinois politician.

She served as state treasurer from 1995 to 2007 and became the first Illinois treasurer to serve three terms. She ran for governor in 2006 and became the state’s first female Republican nominee for the seat. She lost the governors race, but quickly bounced back into Illinois politics when she won the comptroller’s seat in 2010.

With that win, she became the

first woman in state history to be elected to two Constitutional offices, according to the comptroller’s website.

Following her most recent win for a second term as comptroller, Topinka credited being elected in the close race due to her particular brand of straight talk and her local roots.

“I think they think I’m straight talking – one of them – I haven’t forgotten where I came from,” Topinka said.

“They feel a familial relationship. And I like that. I’ve come up the hard way.”

A lifelong resident of Riverside, Topinka would attend Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism and graduate with a degree in 1966.

She worked as a respected journalist for 11 years for area community newspapers, including the Berwyn Life.

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Lemont says goodbye to departing police chief

By DAN FARNHAM

1. Shaughnessy receives farewell the community.

dfarnham@shawmedia.com LEMONT – The Lemont Village Board held its last regular meeting of the year Monday.

Besides finishing up some business, the meeting included much pomp and circumstance involving the Lemont Police Department.

Here are four things of note from the meeting:

Being the last televised meeting before his retirement, the board said its official goodbye to Lemont Police Chief Kevin Shaughnessy.

Shaughnessy, who will retire Jan. 2, was hired as police chief in 2003.

Mayor Brian Reaves and board members thanked him for his years of service, leadership and friendliness with

Shaughnessy was emotional in giving say his farewell.

“When I came to town 11 years ago, I never dreamed that it would go so well,” he said. “I came here and I pledged my best, and I’m happy to say I gave you my best.”

2. Police department welcomes new patrol officer

its chief, the police department celebrated the promotion of Jason Boyer to patrol officer.

Boyer worked his way up from the Lemont Emergency Management Agency and working as a community service officer.

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Lemont Mayor Brian Reaves and Santa lead the tree lighting ceremony Saturday at Budnik Plaza during Lemont’s Hometown Holiday event.

LEMONT – Downtown Lemont was decked in seasonal splendor for the village of Lemont’s Hometown Holiday celebration Saturday.

The event started at 3 p.m. with carolers traveling through downtown, arts and crafts activities at the Nail Inn and an ice sculpting demonstration at Budnik Plaza.

Local Girl Scouts and the Inn at Smokey Row provided hot chocolate and cookies for attendees.

The guest of honor, Santa, arrived by horse carriage shortly after 5 p.m. to help officiate the lighting of the village’s Christmas tree in Budnik Plaza.

Afterwards, he went to Sweetwater Deli, where he sat down for visits with local children.

Next up for downtown Lemont is Midnight Madness, a holiday shopping event from 6 p.m. to midnight Friday.

Stores will have special sales and will host vendors for the event.

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Holiday help: Area nonprofits seek support Here’s how you can give back in the coming weeks:

SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA For many, the holiday season the happiest time of year, filled with gifts and loved ones.

But for those struggling to make ends meet, it can be among the most stressful.

Though they need support year-round, area nonprofits are especially looking to the community this December, in an effort to support their clients during the holidays.

1. Hope and Friendship Foundation Info: www.hopeandfriendshipfoundation.com or 630816-4972 The Hope and Friendship Foundation is collecting home and personal care products to distribute to families in need, along with dinners, on Christmas. Donations should be dropped off by Dec. 19 at the Lemont Food Pantry bins

located at Starbucks Lemont; Lemont Police Station lobby; US Bank; Pawz & Klawz Pet Salon; Aurora Rose; and the Lemont Township Office lobby.

People also can sponsor or donate a ham or turkey by going to the Hope and Friendship website.

Volunteers are needed to help prepare and deliver the care packages.

Info: www.lockportfoodpantry. Drive, Unit 118, Woodridge Info: wcpinc.org or 630-512org or 815-588-3543 9921 The West Suburban Community Pantry is celebrating a season of giving by accepting food and gift donations from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.

Gift donations should be unwrapped.

Each client with a child age 12 and younger will receive an age-appropriate gift.

The Lockport pantry is looking for the same donations it needs all year, which are canned food and home goods.

Pantry hours are from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesdays.

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2. Lockport FISH Food Pantry Where: 604 E. 9th St., Lockport

Candidate filing starts Monday for April Consolidated Election SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA LEMONT – Candidate nominating petitions for office in the April Consolidated Election can be filed beginning Monday.

The petitions for the three Lemont village trustee positions must be filed to the Lemont Village Clerk’s office no

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later than 5 p.m. Dec. 22. Office hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday to Friday. For the first time, school board candidate filing must be done through the Cook County Clerk’s Office.

Filing will be available at the Cook County Clerk’s office, 69 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago, and Hawthorne Distribution

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Center, 2222 S. Kenneth Ave., on the border of Chicago and Cicero. Filing also will be available at the Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Drive, Monday only.

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Continued from page 2 my career,” he told the board.

3. Village annexes, purchases properties The board approved ordinances to gain control of two pieces of property.

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4. Village abates tax levy The board voted to abate the 2014 property tax levy related to the debt service on bonds for various projects.

Reaves said the village has enough money in its funds to pay for the debt service without levying additional taxes.

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Mary Sassone runs the Sanctuary Boutique in downtown Lemont.

Sanctuary Boutique is located at 313 Canal St. in Lemont. For information, call 708-415-2792. ont, Sassone said each one has its own style.

She describes her clothing as mature, yet kind of funky, and said her store stands out because it offers more home goods, such as artwork, candles, lighting and furniture.

Sanctuary Boutique started only carrying the home goods, but Sassone said customers

were asking for clothing.

She said there is a demand for clothing boutiques because it can be hard to find that quality of clothing in the suburbs.

“A lot of times you have to go in the city [of Chicago] to find these clothing lines,” she said.

“I wanted something just for the area. I’m trying to fill a niche.”

Sassone said the community has been welcoming to her business.

“In the beginning it was a little bit quiet, but as people are starting to find out that we’re here, it’s very rarely somebody walks out of here without buying something,” she said.

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LEMONT – Downtown Lemont has made room for another boutique, welcoming Sanctuary Boutique, 313 Canal St., at the end of October.

The store, co-owned by Mary Sassone and John Caiafa of Lockport, sells a mix of clothing and decorative home items.

Sassone said she had previously owned antique stores in Chicago, La Grange and Oak Park but had been looking to open a boutique for several years.

She said she was shopping in the downtown area when she saw the space available to rent.

“I love the area,” she said.

“The downtown area is just so pretty and quaint. I just knew it was the right spot.”

She said with the number of businesses that have opened up recently in the downtown, she thinks it is an up-and-coming area.

“A lot of younger families are moving in [to Lemont],” she said. “I just think it’s a great area.”

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been charged with possession of a controlled substance LEMONT – John Pra- in July, according to the reninskas, 38, of the 400 block lease. of Keepataw Drive, Lemont, During the investigation, was charged Dec. 5, with ag- police discovered hundreds gravated posof images determined to be session of child child pornography, accordpornography ing to the release. according to a According to the Cook Lemont Police County Sheriff’s Office, PrDepartment aninskas was released from news release. custody Saturday on $10,000 A c c o r d i n g John bail. to the release, Praninskas Aggravated child pornogthe arrest was raphy is a Class X Felony the result of a five-month in- punishable by a term of not vestigation by the Lemont less than six and more than Police and the Will County 30 years in the Illinois DeSheriff’s Office. partment of Corrections and a Praninskas had initially maximum fine of $100,000.

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Make your voice heard To send a letter to the editor, email letters@mysuburbanlife.com. Limit is 300 words. n LAST WEEK’S WEB POLL QUESTION: When do you put up your holiday decorations?

43 PERCENT: Right after Thanksgiving 25 PERCENT: Early December 19 PERCENT: I don’t decorate 13 PERCENT: Close to the holiday

Bipartisan support key to ending tax hike Each year, the governor is required to present an annual budget address by an established date. But this year, political posturing has taken precedence over statutory law, allowing the governor to push his budget blueprint back five weeks until after the March primary.

Gov. Quinn was expected to present his budget COMMUNITY Feb. 19, but with help from VOICE Senate and House Democrat Christine majorities, he is now able to keep his budget plan out of Radogno the public eye until after the election. My concern is that this is a purely political move by Democrats and the governor to sidestep their responsibilities, raise taxes and increase spending.

Republicans have offered a number of comprehensive budget suggestions during the past 11 years Democrat lawmakers and governors have controlled state finances. Our efforts have been ignored and even mocked. As a result, instead of embracing bipartisanship and adopting true fiscal reforms, during the past decade Illinois has dug a fiscal hole that has progressively become more difficult to climb out of.

At this time, Illinois has the third-highest unemployment rate in the nation, the worst credit rating in the United States, record-high taxes and a growing number of backlogged bills.

Instead of fulfilling their promises to use the “temporary” tax hike to pay down old bills, Democrats have increased spending, expanded government programs and are now trying to reconcile their projected $3 billion budget hole by making the tax increase permanent or implementing a progressive tax, creating more uncertainty for Illinois’ fragile business climate.

We must restore fiscal discipline and seize every opportunity to achieve additional savings by targeting waste, fraud and excessive government spending. By establishing a common ground with our Democrat colleagues on these issues and moving forward with efforts to seek bipartisan cost-saving solutions for issues, such as education funding, pension reform and Medicaid spending, I am confident we can turn things around in Illinois.

Senate Republicans have been – and continue to be – willing to work with Democrat majorities to correct the problems created during their tenure, and we will continue to offer potential solutions that will help put Illinois on a path to economy recovery. However, we reject the political posturing and “smoke and mirrors” budgeting designed to distort the state’s true financial picture.

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Topinka was devoted to public service in Illinois Before she was a politician, Judy Baar Topinka was an award-winning journalist.

Topinka, 70, died early Wednesday, less than a day after she suffered a stroke.

She was the first woman in Illinois to serve in two state constitutional offices. She had just won re-election in November as state comptroller.

Topinka served the public as a journalist before devoting her life to public service as an elected official.

She attended Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism and graduated with a degree in 1966. After graduation, she worked part time for the Berwyn, Cicero and Stickney-Forest View Life Newspapers before being hired full time in 1971. In her journalism career, Topinka was a reporter, education editor, feature writer, feature editor and photographer. She won awards from the Illinois Women’s Press Association, the Illinois Press Association and the Illinois State Medical Society.

Topinka, a Republican, morphed into one of the most outspoken politicians in Illinois and was a trailblazer for women in politics.

“She was a great public servant with unlimited fight in her, not only for issues, but for people she believed in,” said U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski, D-Western Springs. “Judy

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As she reaches the podium to receive her Outstanding Medical Feature of 1971 award, Judy Baar Topinka is congratulated by Dr. Frank Jirka Jr., president of the Illinois State Medical Society. knew how to get things done and was willing to do what it takes to get them done. She was one of a kind and will be dearly missed.”

Topinka, a lifelong Riverside resident, won election to the Illinois House in 1980.

She moved to the state Senate in 1984. Ten years later, she was elected to the first of her three terms as state treasurer. In 2006, she unsuccessfully ran against Rod Blagojevich for Illinois governor. She returned to public office in 2010, when she was elected state comptroller.

During her gubernatorial bid in 2006, Topinka described Illinois as “a mirac-

ulously wonderful place to live.” But she also believed it was being hurt and abused by those in office, which is why she decided to run for governor.

“If I don’t stop it, I’d be complicit in watching it go down the tubes, and I don’t want to do that,” Topinka said.

In every stop along the way, Topinka had one thing in mind: Making Illinois a great place to live. Her style might have been considered unorthodox. Her personality might have been off-putting to some. But her dedication to Illinois and public service can’t be questioned.

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Officer was doing job I had to respond in reference to two Sound Offs in the Dec. 3 publication regarding Ferguson, Mo. It’s amazing how facts and evidence have no importance in this incident. No. 1 is Michael Brown committed a strong-arm

Hundreds of unarmed black teenagers are killed every year to the black-on-black crime, and yet we tend to focus on the few anomalies that fit the racism/ police brutality narrative. I truly believe realigning all of this activism toward reducing black-on-black crime would be much more helpful to the African-American community.

Keep the Edwards House Regarding the condos they want to put up on Maple [Avenue], why in the world do

they want to do that? There’s no place to shop in Downers Grove; there’s only empty storefronts.

This is a crazy idea. Keep the Edwards House.

People should be kind I’m calling about a letter in the Wednesday paper about boycotting Wal-Mart. It’s a very judgmental letter. Who is to decide who is a low-class person? It’s a very upsetting letter. ... It’’s disgusting.

I think people should be kind.

liberal, liberal means welfare state, welfare state means unemployment, resale shops and vacant properties. Ask Greece and Italy for proof. Westmont should change its slogan to the conservative, hard-working village and behave that way.

Consultants everywhere

In Glen Ellyn, no matter which project is being examined or thought about, one thing that always remains the same is we have the consultant. Whether it’s Not a ‘liberal’ village full-day kindergarten, indoor swimTo the caller that said Westming pool, whatever. Why did I mont is labeled the “Progressive do what I want to for a career? I Village.” Progressive means should have been a consultant.

More on Ferguson, Mo. If [Michael] Brown had gotten the gun away from the officer, the officer’s the one who would be dead, and they probably wouldn’t have riots over a dead cop. Instead of showing the cute high school photo, why don’t they show how he looked threatening the store owner just before the confrontation with Officer Wilson? Brown was not shot because he was black. He was shot because he attacked a policeman.

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For the commentators about justice in Ferguson, Mo., why don’t you go talk to the store manager who was robbed … and see what he thinks about [Michael Brown]? ... As far as the riots, there are fires, there are people getting hurt, the stores are being destroyed and you think that that’s OK? I don’t understand that. You’re turning it into black versus white, and that’s not it at all. … On the grand jury, there were black and white people. And all of them found the officer not guilty as they should have.

Realign activism

stormwater system. Why don’t you work with the budget you have. If you have to delete something from somewhere, then delete it and work within the money you have. That’s what the rest of us are trying to do, but you keep wanting to, “We’ll tax you on this and tax you on this because we need this and because we need that.” Work with the money you have. If you can’t do that, get out of office; you have no business being there.

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robbery. No. 2 the officer was doing his job, stopping him and investigating. Police do this umpteen times a day. ... I agree, “put your hands up” when told, and you won’t get shot. And for the comment regarding black youth being killed, check your facts: 90 percent of black victims are killed by black offenders, not white police officers.

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To answer last week’s Sound Off about why it’s always white cops shooting black kids, it’s not. One hundred, twenty-three black people were shot by police last year in America; not all of the police were white.

Three hundred, twenty-eight whites were shot. ... Almost 500 black civilians were shot by other black civilians last year in Chicago alone. Twenty thousand across America. Where’s the outrage? Where’s the media?

Where’s Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton and Barack Obama?

Don’t they care about the real epidemic hurting black life in America?

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2 FILM MUSIC WHERE: Hinsdale Central High School, 55th and Grant streets WHEN: 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14 COST & INFO: $22, $20 for seniors, $5 for teens; www.westsubsymphony.org, 630-887-7464 ABOUT: West Suburban Symphony will perform Christmas music from such movies as “Frozen,” “Polar Express” and “Miracle on 34th Street.” “You’ll capture the wonder of the season at this concert for the whole family,” Symphony President Richard Lukes said. “And we expect a jolly visitor from the North Pole to drop in at intermission with treats.”

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Sunday, Dec. 14, respectively COST & INFO: Free, with request for donated nonperishable food and toys; 630-963-5252, www. pvpnwestmont.com ABOUT: Progressive Village Performance Network caps its season with a family-friendly production of “It’s a Wonderful Life Radio Show.” The Capra classic is reimagined as a live radio broadcast.

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Lemont’s Brian McClafferty goes up for a shot during the Indians’ home game.

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LEMONT – With only four seniors on the roster, the 201415 Lemont boys basketball team will no doubt go through the inconsistent stretches a lack of experience brings.

But the Indians also are talented enough to overcome some of those growing pains, as evidenced in Tuesday’s 5848 win against Shepard.

Held to 16 points during the first two quarters and facing a six-point deficit at halftime, Lemont reeled off a 26-13 out of intermission to seize control.

The home team then knocked down 12 free throws in the fourth to seal the win.

“We knew we needed to play better,” Lemont coach Rick Runaas said. “We needed to make adjustments. Fortunately, we were able to do that in the third quarter. PJ [Pipes] brought a lot of energy.”

Pipes scored nine points in the third quarter and Nick Wisz added seven. Wisz finished with 16 points and Pipes totaled 13. Jack Valone chipped in with nine, Josh Rogers and Brian McClafferty each had six and Austin Tittle had five.

“PJ and Nick have led us in scoring most of the time,” Runaas said, “but we don’t have one player with a lot [of scoring] and just a few after that.

We have a lot of guys who can do a lot of things.”

Valone was the only senior in the starting lineup with Ryan Shereck currently sidelined with an injury. Rory Cunningham likewise missed the first five contests because of injury, and Rodgers also was absent the first four games because of the extended football season.

“I see us improving as the year goes on,” the coach said.

“The more we play, the better we will get.”

Lemont was coming off a 62-44 victory against Argo last Friday. Wisz totaled 16 points, five rebounds and five steals and Pipes had 12 points and four assists. Spencer Nelson added eight points.

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Lemont’s Jack Valonez splits the Shepard defense and drives to the basket.

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Lemont’s P.J. Pipes brings the ball down court Tuesday during the Indians’ home game against Shepard.

The Indians will take a 5-2 overall record into tonight’s road matchup against Oak Lawn.

“It’s going to be a similar type game to [Tuesday],” Runaas said. “The difference is we are going on the road and

Oak Lawn is usually a tough place to play; they are usually well represented with their crowd.”

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Meet SLM’s all-area defensive football team The footballl season wrapped up on Thanksgiving weekend with all eight

Tuf Borland

Alex Byrnes

! School: Bolingbrook ! Year: Junior ! Impact: The

! School: Hinsdale Central ! Year: Senior ! Impact: This cornerback had 53 tackles (45 solo), three tackles for loss and led the team with five interceptions and nine passes defended. Named honorable mention on the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association 8A All-State Team.

Bolingbrook linebacker anchored one of the best defenses in the state, earning a spot on the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association All-State Team.

Borland had 95 solo tackles, 54 assists, 15 tackles for loss, three sacks, five break ups, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and one interception.

classes finishing up at Memorial Stadium in Champaign. That means it’s

Michael Connolly

Micah Dew-Treadway

! School: Downers Grove South ! Year: Senior ! Impact: The captain of a Mustangs’ defense that held six opponents to less than 100 yards rushing, Connolly played all three linebacker positions this season and filled in on the D-line in passing situations.

The West Suburban Gold all conference defender recorded 84 tackles, four sacks, 10 tackles for loss, six pass break ups and one interception during his senior season.

! School: Bolingbrook ! Year: Senior ! Impact: At 6-foot-5,

280 pounds, Raiders defensive end Dew-Treadway was a matchup nightmare for opposing coaches.

The senior recorded 29 solo tackles, 9 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, one pass break up and two forced fumbles.

time to honor the best local players with the all-area team.

Julian Huff

Jake Hynek

! School: Bolingbrook ! Year: Senior ! Impact: Huff was

! School: Hinsdale South ! Year: Senior ! Impact: A West Suburban Gold all-conference selection, this linebacker led the Hornets with 116 total tackles, 55 solo tackles and five sacks. He also had an interception and fumble recovery as the anchor of the defense.

a standout Raider linebacker, posting 75 tackles (48 solo), nine tackles for loss, seven sacks, seven pass break ups, two interceptions, two fumble recoveries and one blocked punt.

He also saw ample time in the Raiders’ backfield, recording 10 total touchdowns.

Looking ahead Josh King

EJ Phillips

Frank Pignone

! School: Hinsdale South ! Year: Junior ! Impact: A highly prized college recruit, this WSG all-conference pick was a force on the defensive line. He finished the season with 65 tackles, including a team-high 18 tackles for loss, six pass knockdowns and South’s only safety.

! School: Downers Grove North ! Year: Senior ! Impact: The 6-foot, 300-pound senior nose guard was the West Suburban Silver Defensive Lineman of the Year. Despite drawing constant double teams, Phillips recorded 28 total tackles and six tackles for loss this season.

! School: Lemont ! Year: Senior ! Impact: This senior

linebacker was a leader on a defensive unit that posted three shutouts on the fall and held teams to an average of 12 points per game.

Pignone topped the Indians in tackles, posting 88 solos to go along with 20 assists.

Jimmy Thompson

Charlie Weidenbach

! School: Hinsdale Central ! Year: Senior ! Impact: A leader and key player for Central’s defense, this linebacker tied for the team lead with 79 total tackles, including 58 solo stops.

He also defended three passes, hauled in two interceptions and recovered a fumble.

! School: Benet ! Year: Junior ! Impact: The

junior linebacker had a breakout season for the Redwings, totaling 97 tackles and two tackles for loss, as well as two blocked field goals, 1.5 sacks and one interception.

Check back next week to view Suburban Life’s all-area offense selections.

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PREP ROUNDUP SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA

BOYS BOWLING Lemont notched its third conference win of the season with a 1,918-1,781 decision over Eisenhower on Tuesday. Matt Groebe rolled a two-game series of 423 with a high game of 227 and Michael Martinez checked in with a 397.

WRESTLING

Despite receiving a pin from Egan Berta, Lemont dropped a 49-22 decision to Kaneland in a GIRLS BOWLING dual meet last Saturday. Berta Lemont improved to 3-0 in was victorious at 138 pounds. dual meets with a 1,736-1,307 win Kurt Bernabe notched a 14-1 Monday over Hillcrest. Brooke win at 113, Gabe Berta was vicGabor bowled a two-game series torious via forfeit at 120, Jim score of 369 and Kyla Owens Brennan picked up a 3-1 win at

145 and Jake Kirkman emerged with a 4-3 victory at 152.

BOYS SWIMMING In addition to setting a new school record, Lemont opened the season with a 113-55 dual meet win over Eisenhower on Tuesday. The 200-yard medley relay team of Andy Wood, Teddy Kwasigroch, Michael Diorio and Owen Ganzer took off nearly two seconds from the previous top mark after registering a time of 1:51.12. Diorio also placed first in the 200 free with a time of 1:57.78 and the 100 fly with a clocking of 1:01.34. Also coming in first were Ganzer (200 IM), Adam Zaporowski (50 free), Jake Rangel (100 free) and Juan Diaz-Sanin (500 free).

Lemont’s Darling posts back-to-back NHL wins SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA

after Chicago announced Dec. 3 that the starting netminder would be sidelined 2-3 weeks with a lower body injury, Darling was recalled to back up Raanta.

Darling got his fifth start of the season against the Predators on Dec. 6, holding the then Central Division leaders to just one goal on 33 shots as Chicago skated away with a 3-1 victory.

The Blackhawks continue their road trip Saturday against the New York Islanders.

Lemont grad excels in second collegiate volleyball season SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA Lemont 2013 graduate Megan Litoborski was a major contributor this fall for the California University of Pennsylvania girls volleyball team.

The sophomore setter, who appeared in 14 matches as a freshman, played in 33 matches this season, starting 21. She led the squad with 853

assists and added 22 kills, 14 aces and 306 digs.

The Vulcans captured the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference championship with a 3-0 win over Seton Hill on Nov. 16. Litoborski posted 42 assists and a career-high 20 digs in that match.

The squad then won two matches in the NCAA tournament before closing the season with a 30-9 record.

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Goalie Scott Darling stopped 22 shots and two shootout attempts Tuesday as the Lemont native recorded his second straight victory in a Chicago Blackhawks sweater.

The 3-2 shootout victory against the New Jersey Devils came two days after his impressive 33-save performance against the Nashville Predators. Darling now has four wins in five games since his first NHL start Oct. 26. He

boasts a 1.76 goals against average and .939 save percentage as a Blackhawks goalie.

The 25-year-old started the season with the Rockford IceHogs, amassing an 8-2 record in 11 games in net with a goal against average of 2.05. He was first called up by the Blackhawks in October after starting Corey Crawford went down with an upper-body injury.

He won three games in his first stint with the Blackhawks and was sent down to the AHL once Crawford recovered. But

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Megan Litoborski sets a ball during a California University of Pennsylvania girls volleyball game. The sophomore setter started 21 games this season for the Vulcans.

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The Lemont girls basketball team improved to 2-0 in the South Suburban Blue conference after notching a 37-29 road win against Shepard on Tuesday. Ali Kramer had 14 points for the Indians, who evened their overall record at 4-4.

On Dec. 4, the squad outscored Argo 16-6 in the fourth quarter to put the finishing touches on a 49-36 victory in the league opener.

checked in with a 355.

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The Season of Genorosity 5 ways to show your kids how to give back this holiday season and year round

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As parents who want your children to be well-rounded, caring citizens, leading by example is important. Getting involved in a giving-back project as a family can help your kids learn good values. Here are some great projects your family can take on together:

Organize a food drive - The winter months can be tough on food pantries. If your children are involved in a club or organization, help them organize a food drive with their peers. You can even ask your neighbors to get involved. Have your children draft a letter that will inform the neighbors about what you're doing, when you'll be picking up food, and what kinds of food are most needed by the pantry. Be sure to encourage your children to thank everyone who donates food.

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Volunteer - There are so many ways your children can put their efforts toward volunteering. For older children who are able to shovel snow, rake leaves or mow lawns, have them connect with a neighbor or family friend who is housebound or on vacation. Younger children can help with keeping the community clean, too. Head out to a park to pick up litter and recycle cans and plastic bottles. Or connect with a nursing home and ask if there is a resident who would like a weekly visit; maybe they would enjoy a chance to play board or card games with your children.

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Get crafty - Let your children's talents turn into something good for others. For example, they can create holiday cards to be delivered to service members while they are overseas and away from their friends and family.

The same kinds of cards can also be sent to patients who need some cheering up while in the hospital. If your children knit or sew, have them make blankets, scarves, hats and mittens for people who might need some warmer clothing.

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Make giving relatable, measureable and meaningful Explain to your children the benefits of donating money to highly reputable organizations (check Charity Navigator ratings to ensure your dollars will be responsibly managed) that help others in need, especially organizations that help children. For example, Vitamin Angels helps support children who don't have the opportunity to eat a variety of healthy, nutritious foods their bodies need.

Clean out the closet - Before or after a big gift-giving holiday, An estimated 190 million children under the age of 5 suffer from vitamin-A deficiency, cleaning the house and eliminating some of the toys is a high priority. Ask which can lead to weakened immune systems, childhood blindness and even death. With your children to go through the clothes they've outgrown and the toys they Vitamin Angels, a $.25 donation can help provide a child in need the vitamin A he or she no longer play with. They can fill a box with the items they no longer need requires to help prevent vitamin-A deficiency for one year. One quarter, one child. An and you can help them donate everything to an organization that will put easy contribution from your child's piggy bank or make a donation yourself to show your them to good use. children how together, the entire family can make a difference. Visit give.vitaminangels. org to learn more about the organization and how far a donation will go toward helping Giving back to the community as a family can bring you closer together and provide a other children. platform to reinforce positive moral values during a season so often focused on materialism (or materialistic wants). So give these ideas a try now and year round and see what good things your family - especially your children - can accomplish.

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• Thousands of paper and plastic shopping bags end up in landfills after the holiday season. Reusable cloth bags can limit the amount of bags tossed away, and users of plastic bags can recycle those bags at appropriate receptacles.

• Four million tons of waste is attributed to shopping bags and wrapping paper. Recycling paper or looking for reusable items in which to wrap gifts can cut down on paper waste.

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hanukah, Christmas and New Year’s Eve are right around the corner. That means neighborhoods, buildings and stores will soon be awash in holiday splendor. Social schedules will be full, and men and women everywhere will shuffle to complete their holiday shopping.

Grab bags are a staple of this season of giving, and the following are a few dos and don’ts to ensure participation in gift exchanges is fun and friendly for all involved.

••• DO set a gift amount limit. Holiday grab bags are more about having fun and exchanging a little something with friends and family members than walking away with amazing prizes. Establish a spending limit so everyone receives a gift of roughly the same value and no one feels slighted or left out.

••• DON’T exceed the spending limit. It can be tempting to spend more to make your gift appear more impressive. But overspending defeats the purpose of the gift exchange. Grab bags typically are anonymous, so being overly generous will not win you any style points.

••• DO make it a game. Tossing gifts in a bag only to have others reach in and grab one is certainly effective. But the concept can be even more fun if you make a game out of it. Try passing wrapped gifts around in a circle to a holiday song. When the music stops, the gift you are holding is the one you open. Experiment with your own variations to make gift exchanges more fun.

••• DON’T let anyone see the gift you bring. The idea is to keep things as secretive as possible so as not to sway the selection of presents.

••• DO ensure your gift is unisex. Unless you know specifically that only men or women will be opening the presents, select items that will appeal to both genders. Food, gift cards, music, or home staples make great grab bag gifts.

••• DON’T forget to consider ages as well. Gift exchanges may include both children and adults, so include gifts that appeal to all ages when necessary. When the exchange has ended, allow participants to swap gifts if they want to.

••• DO expect some grab bag gifts to be gag gifts. Such gifts are entertaining and may make up the majority of the grab bag gifts. Keep your sense of humor and you’re likely to enjoy grab bags a lot more.

••• DON’T regift items to use as grab bag picks. Should the person who gave you the gift participate in the grab bag, he or she can trace that gift back to you and may be offended.

••• DO make sure everyone is aware that there will be a grab bag gift exchange, as there needs to be an equal number of gifts to participants so everyone gets a treat. Hosts may want to have a few extra wrapped gifts around just in case someone forgets to bring their contribution.

••• Gift exchanges in the form of grab bags, auctions, swaps, and other games make for fun additions to holiday festivities. They also can be a part of any family or friends gathering to add excitement and entertainment to the occasion.

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• Practice time management. Casserole bake-time afords the perfect opportuRelish nity for multi-tasking, particularly if your guests are of the last-minute variety.

Faced with hosting a dinner during the While your dish is in the oven, you’ll have holiday season, casseroles can be nothing plenty of time to whip up a quick salad short of a lifesaver. Whether accounting or tidy up and set the table. for an entire meal or a hearty, filling side, • Make it a theme night! Breakfast casa casserole is a warm, stick-to-your ribs seroles or casseroles with international dish that will fit right in with your cozy ingredients provide an excellent excuse holiday atmosphere. for a theme night, perfect when you’re in Butternut Squash and Three tips for making the most of all need of distraction from holiday stress. Cheese Panade your holiday casseroles: Yields 12 servings • Don’t be afraid to substitute ingre- Scalloped Sweet and White • 10 slices artisan-style multigrain dients for something fresher or more or whole-wheat bread (about 12 flavorful. Instead of crispy fried onions Potatoes ounces) Yields 4 servings from a canister (that many traditional • 2 sweet onions, halved and thinly • 1 pound white potatoes, peeled and casseroles suggest) try frying up your sliced cut into 2-inch cubes own fresh onions or shallots, with or • 1 pound butternut squash, peeled • 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled without a little breading. Try crisping up and cut into 1-inch cubes and cut into 2-inch cubes some smoky bacon or prosciutto to sprin• 2 T extra-virgin olive oil • 2 T butter kle on top of your finished product. And • 1 T chopped fresh sage or 1 t dried of course, lest we forget the cheese, you • 3 T lour • 2 t chopped fresh thyme or 2 t • 2 cups 2 percent reduced-fat 2 can always consider choosing a cheese to dried milk melt atop your one-dish-wonder if your • 1 4 t salt • 4 ounces aged shredded white recipe doesn’t already call for one.

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Preheat oven to 350F. Tear bread into 1-inch pieces and bake until crisp, stirring once, 10 to 12 minutes.

Increase oven temperature to 400F. Combine onion and squash in a large bowl. Add oil, sage, thyme, salt and pepper. Toss well. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast until onions begin to brown and squash is fork-tender, 22 to 25 minutes.

Coat a 13 x 9-inch baking dish or 12 (1-cup) or 6 (2-cup) ovenproof bowls or ramekins with cooking spray. Place bread in a single layer in the bottom of pan or bowl. Distribute half the squash mixture over bread. Sprinkle on half the cheese.

Repeat layers.

Slowly pour in 2 cups broth over top, allowing bread to soak up broth and pressing with the back of a spoon. Add remaining broth until it reaches 1 inch below the pan’s rim.

Reduce oven heat to 375F. Cover pan with aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet to catch drips. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake 35 to 45 minutes, until bubbling, pufed and golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

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Cover potatoes with cold water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered 10 minutes. Drain well in a colander.

Preheat oven to 350F. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth. Add milk, stirring until thickened, about 10 minutes. Add Cheddar or Comte cheese and stir until melted.

Combine potatoes and cheese sauce in a shallow gratin dish. Sprinkle with Romano cheese. Cover with aluminum foil and bake 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 minutes.

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Step 4: Dispose smartly It’s best not to alert strangers to the new 70-inch flat screen in your home by leaving the box on the curb for refuse pickup. “When it comes to big-ticket items and valuables, boxes on the curb can be an advertisement for the new valuables in your home,” cautions Leman. “Take the time to break down boxes and recycle them or put them on the curb over time and inconspicuously,” he says.

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Step 2: Lock it up Whether you are home, running errands or away on vacation, take care to close and lock all doors and windows. Remember to set alarms, too. “Given that most people have extra valuables and gifts in their homes during this time, it’s a good idea to practice home safety whether you’re there or not,” says Leman. Leman adds that a simple dowel placed in a sliding glass door or window can be an inexpensive way to secure vulnerable entrance points.

“Alarms or closed circuit video surveillance systems are a great and inexpensive way to protect your home,” he adds.

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hen you think of the holidays, celebrations, presents and friends likely come to mind - not crime. Unfortunately, burglaries increase at this time of year, and your home could be a target. With a few simple safety precautions, you can protect your property, your family and your valuables now and well into the new year.

“Taking steps to protect your home during the holidays isn’t radically different from what most people should be doing the rest of the year,” says Thomas Leman, a retired 27-year veteran of the police force and criminal justice professor at Argosy University Online. “The problem is that most people get lured into a false sense of security and tend to let their guard down, thinking that crime won’t happen to them.”

TAKE PRECAUTIONS TODAY TO PROTECT YOUR HOME AND DETER CRIMINALS. CONSIDER THESE FIVE SIMPLE STEPS: Step 1: Decorate with care When it comes to holiday decorations, modesty is definitely the best policy, says Leman. “While you may love the look of a Christmas tree in your front window, expensive decorations on display can be a signal that there are valuables inside your home worth a criminal’s time. Gifts under the tree are the most blatant of these displays and are a welcome invitation for thieves.”

Leaving gifts tucked away until the last possible minute is a quick and easy safety precaution. If you must display presents, make sure they are out of sight from any windows or doorways.

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Cardiovascular-related incidents increase in winter for a number of reasons, including drops in temperature that constrict blood vessels, irregular workout routines, poor stress management and changing eating habits.

“We tend to eat significantly more inflammation-promoting foods in the winter,” says Dr. Michael Roizen, founder of RealAge.com. “The combination of poor diet and other stressors can trigger plaque ruptures and cause chunks of fatty deposits lining arteries to enter the bloodstream, potentially leading to more risk for heart attack and stroke.”

Here are suggestions for keeping your heart healthy this winter: Maintain a healthy diet Less than 1 percent of adults meet the American Heart Association’s definition for an “Ideal Healthy Diet,” which means the majority of people need to make some smarter nutrition decisions. Don’t overindulge on artery-clogging dishes, and instead focus on foods that contain key heart health nutrients, including: * Omega-3s DHA and EPA, found in fatty fish like salmon and sardines, are essential fatty acids which have been shown to support healthy blood pressure and brain function. GOED (the Global Organization for EPA and DHA omega-3) recommends getting 250-500mg of EPA and DHA per day through foods and supplements. * Vitamin D, found in mushrooms and added to soy and almond milks, has been shown to support heart health. Some research indicates that a vitamin D deficiency may be a risk factor for heart attacks, congestive heart failure, peripheral arterial disease and high blood pressure.

Sunlight is the best natural source for vitamin D, but since people spend more time indoors during the winter, add foods that pack an added vitamin D punch, like soy milk fortified with the nutrient to the grocery list. * Beta-glucan, found in oats, is a plant-based sugar known to lower absorption of cholesterol, which may reduce the risk of heart disease. Research shows that consuming approximately 3mg per day of oat beta-glucan has a statistically significant cholesterol lowering effect. * For more information about nutrition for heart health, visit vitaminsinmotion.com.

Even if you do follow a healthy diet, a busy lifestyle can make it difficult to obtain the recommended amounts of vitamins and minerals from food alone. One simple way to enhance your diet is to look for foods fortified with key nutrients and nutritional supplements.

Stay active Regular exercise has a favorable effect on many of the established risk factors for cardiovascular disease. For example, exercise promotes weight reduction and can help reduce blood pressure. Take the dog on a walk or challenge your kids to a snowball fight. Make it fun, but make sure it happens.

Keep warm If you’re going outdoors in the cold, keep your mouth covered with a scarf so warm air hits your lungs first when you breathe in. For those who are traveling from a warm to a cold climate, pack warm gear, because some research suggests a dip in temperature from what you’re used to may increase your risk for stroke by 7 percent, and heart attack by 12 percent.

Relax Focus on the pleasures of the holiday season, like gift-giving, family time and volunteering. Giving and relaxation can benefit stress levels.

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Hectic schedules and homes full of unusual décor can throw pets off-kilter.

No pet owner wants their pet to feel uncomfortable or suffer any injuries, so it’s important that owners exercise caution with the following items come the holiday season.

• Bones: Is turkey on the menu for the family feast? If so, resist the urge to toss some bones and scraps to dogs or cats. Small bones or bone chips can become lodged in the digestive tracts of pets and cause serious injury. If you want to provide your pet with a holiday treat, choose a safer, store-bought bone.

• Aromatic oils: The holidays are not the same without the familiar scent of mint, cinnamon or pine. Some people resort to scented candles or aromatherapy oils to create the perfect holiday ambiance. But some synthetic aromas or even natural extracts can be toxic to cats and dogs.

Stick to nontoxic items and keep them well out of the pet’s reach.

• Chocolate and other sweets: An abundance of treats seems to be par for the course during the holiday season. Dogs should avoid all chocolate, but dark chocolate poses a particularly serious threat.

Chocolate can cause agitation, elevated heart rate, diarrhea, vomiting, seizures, and even death. In addition, candy or cookies sweetened with the artificial sweetener xylitol can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure for dogs.

• Pine needles and trees: When ingested, pine needles can puncture the intestines of pets. In search of an easy drink, dogs and cats may be drawn to the fresh water reservoir of live trees, increasing the likelihood that they knock over a Christmas tree, injuring themselves and causing damage around the house. Trees should be properly secured, and fallen needles should be promptly discarded.

• Tinsel and decorations: Skip the tinsel if you have a cat. Felines are likely to mistake tinsel for a toy. Eating tinsel can cause severe damage to a cat’s intestinal tract, as it may get caught in the stomach while the rest of it continues to pass through the intestines. Tinsel also may wrap around the tongue, increasing the cat’s risk of choking. Ornaments also are tempting playthings. Cats may pounce on glass ornaments, breaking them and suffering injury. Keep pets in mind when selecting tree ornaments, and opt for unbreakable ornaments when possible.

• Electrical cords: The American Animal Hospital Association says holiday lights mean more electrical cords for kittens and puppies to chew. Secure all cords and keep them out of reach of pets.

• Candles: The subtle flicker of a lit candle can add ambiance to a space. But all it takes is the swish of a tail or the pat of a paw to knock over a candle and spark a fire. Never leave lit candles unattended. If you have boisterous pets, opt for LED simulated candles instead.

• Alcohol: Spirits are sometimes a part of celebrations, but alcoholic beverages should be kept out of reach of pets. Alcohol suppresses the immune system, and it can result in significant health issues for pets who consume it.

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SUBURBAN BANK & TRUST COMPANY as successor trustee to Beverly Trust Company, Trustee under Trust Agreement Dated 4/24/1995 and known as Trust #8-9576; JOHN V. ANKUS, SILVIA JURKSAITIS; et al., Defendants, 2007 CH 002483 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 16, 2008, the Sheriff of DuPage County will on January 6, 2015 at the hour of 10:00 a.m.. at DuPage County Sheriff's Office, 501 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 33 IN NEWMANS PLEASANT-DALE UNIT #3, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED DECEMBER 17, 1959 AS DOCUMENT 950681 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION FILED FEBRUARY 8, 1960 AS DOCUMENT 955090, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 20 W. 021 98TH PLACE, LEMONT, IL 60439 PIN #: 10-07-208-009-0000 The Judgment amount was $112,048.30.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS GLENN LINHART A/K/A GLENN D LINHART; KAREN LINHART A/K/A KAREN D LINHART; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 20W141 FRONTAGE ROAD LEMONT, IL 60439 14 CH 1997 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, GLENN LINHART A/K/A GLENN D LINHART; KAREN LINHART A/K/A KAREN D LINHART; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT 8 IN NEWMAN'S PLEASANT-DALE UNIT NO. 3 BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED DECEMBER 17, 1959 AS DOCUMENT NO. 950681 AND CERTIFICATE OF

LEGAL NOTICE / PUBLIC NOTICE LEMONT FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS Notice is hereby given to the residents of the Lemont Fire Protection District that the meeting dates for the calendar year 2015 for the Board of Fire Commissioners will be as follows: February 2, April 6, June 1, August 3, October 5, December 7 All Fire Commission Board meetings will be held at the Lemont Fire Protection District Board Room, 15900 S. New Avenue, Lemont, Illinois at 5:00 PM. Published this 12th day of December 2014.

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CORRECTION FILED FEBRUARY 8, 1960 AS DOCUMENT 955090, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 20W141 FRONTAGE ROAD LEMONT, IL 60439 and which said Mortgage was made by, GLENN LINHART A/K/A GLENN D LINHART; KAREN LINHART A/K/A KAREN D Frank's Handyman Service Serving you in all your LINHART; Mortgagor (s), to WELLS Remodeling & Repair Needs No job too small!

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