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Fire Chief Tom Freeman announces retirement

According to the City of Elmhurst, Fire Chief Tom Freeman has announced his retirement from the City of Elmhurst, effective April 30. Freeman assumed his role as the City of Elmhurst Fire Chief on October 10, 2016. He brought more than 44 years of experience and expertise in firefighting, coming to Elmhurst after serving as the fire chief for the Lisle-Woodridge Fire District for 22 years. He also served as a firefighter for the Village of Evergreen Park where he was promoted to several positions, eventually becoming Assistant Fire Chief. During his time with the City of Elmhurst, Freeman had many accomplishments, most significantly, his instrumental role in improving the Elmhurst Fire Department to an ISO Class 1 rating. He was also vital in the implementation and success of Rescue One, the department’s rapid response vehicle. Freeman has been involved in the Fire Service for more than 40 years. In addition to numerous state and national certifications and memberships, including the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) Chief Fire Officer (CFO) designation, he was an active member of the DuPage County Emergency and Crisis Management Team. During his career, he was President of MABAS Division 16, a member of MABAS Division 12, the Illinois Terrorism Task Force Committee on Training, appointed

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By golly, it’s a convoy

Here is photo from the line-up of last year’s Memorial Day Convoy that took place as an alternative to the annual Parade. This year, the usual parade is cancelled again due to COVID-19, but another convoy is planned as well as a Memorial Day ceremony in Wilder Park on Monday, May 31. The convoy begins at the American Legion at 9:30 a.m. The ceremony is planned for 11.

Police conclude investigation of nooses found hanging at York football field

Student hoped to send message about allowing sports to continue; no charges to be filed

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According to a release issued by Elmhurst Police Chief Michael Ruth and Beverly Redmond of Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205, the investigation into the incident in which nooses were found hanging on the bleachers at the football field has concluded. In January, the Elmhurst Indepen-

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dent reported the story about the incident which occurred on Monday, Jan. 18, when the Elmhurst Police Department and Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 were notified of an incident that occurred on Sunday, Jan. 17 at the York High School’s Clarence D. East outdoor football field. Sometime between 12 noon and 2:30 p.m., a group of adults gathered to play an informal soccer

game at the field. During the course of their visit, the adults discovered two rope nooses hanging from the top of the metal bleachers. The adults removed the ropes themselves and took them away with the intent to give them to school administrators later. School administrators were contacted and informed Elmhurst Police investigators of the incident.

An examination revealed both ropes had tape affixed to them with two messages. One rope’s message read “Let them play!” and the other rope’s message read “Hear us now! Please!” Elmhurst Police evidence technicians processed the evidence and sent it to the crime lab for analysis. The investigation subsequently

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City plans ‘Always Remember’ Memorial Day Convoy

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(Continued from front page) revealed that a York High School student was responsible for the placement of the nooses. The student indicated that the intent was to draw attention to the mental health impact of not being able to play sports. Based on the results of the investigation, school officials made the decision not to pursue formal criminal charges, and to address the matter administratively between the school, the student, and the student’s family. “On behalf of Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205, we want to thank the Elmhurst Police Department for conducting a thorough investigation,” said Interim Superintendent Dr. Linda Yonke. “With the information presented to the District, we have determined that the motive was to draw attention to the isolation and mental health impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students. “As a result of the findings, no criminal charges will be pursued by the school district. District officials will approach this incident now as a school matter, which by law must remain private. “At the same time, we also want to acknowledge that the symbolism used in this incident, regardless of intent, invoked anger and fear in many people. Please know that our first priority will always be the emotional and physical safety of our students and staff. District 205 will remain committed to equity and is highly invested in the social-emotional wellness of all students.”

and post to YouTube. Calkins to serve as Grand Marshal Kevin Calkins, a former United States Army Specialist 5 who served in the Vietnam War, will serve as the 2021 Grand Marshal. In 2015, Calkins helped raise funds to install a granite base for an unnoticed ground plaque located on the front lawn of the Wilder Mansion in honor of the 14 Elmhurst residents killed in action in Vietnam. True Patriots Care will stage

groupings of American flags at Elmhurst City Hall, Elmhurst Police Station, both Elmhurst Fire Stations, Post 187 and Wilder Park. In conjunction with the convoy, Elmhurst residents can show their support by decorating parkway trees with ribbon provided by the Elmhurst Fire Department for a donation of $5, $10, $20, $25, $50 or $100 to benefit Elmhurst American Legion THB Post 187. Ribbons ordered online via the ECCI website will be safely home delivered to resident donors by

the start of Memorial Day weekend or residents can pick up ribbons at Post 180 via a drive-thru table open weekdays (tentatively) from 12 noon to 1 p.m. Post 187 will serve lunch for interested parties following the 11 a.m. Military Ceremony. Now through Thursday, May 27 at 5 p.m., ribbons can be purchased at elmhurstchamber.org Donations of $5, $10, $20, $25, $50 or $100 are welcome.

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Seventh Ward Alderman Mark Mulliner directs traffic for last year’s Memorial Day Convoy that started at the American Legion. This year’s Convoy will be similar, but it will end in Wilder Park where a Memorial Day military ceremony is planned.

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With the Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade cancelled for a second year in a row due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Restore Illinois Phase 4 restrictions, the City of Elmhurst will re-stage the communi-

ty-wide Always Remember convoy on Monday, May 31, at 9:30 a.m., followed by an in-person Military Ceremony at the Veterans Memorial in Wilder Park. Starting and ending at the Veterans Memorial, the 2021 convoy will feature some 30 military, police and fire vehicles traveling the same 16-mile route across Elmhurst as last year, and will air live on Facebook (no sound) from the lead police car. Elmhurst TV will videotape the convoy to air on local access cable television

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Bond set at $25,000 for man charged with criminal sexual abuse DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Elmhurst Chief of Police Mike Ruth have announced that bond has been set for a man accused of sexually abusing a 16-year- Kelvin Brown old female employee of an Elmhurst gym and exposing himself to another employee of the gym as well as an employee at the Elmhurst Public Library. Kelvin Brown, 42, believed to be homeless with a last known address in Bellwood, appeared in bond court

where Judge Brian Diamond set bond at $25,000 with 10 percent to apply in accordance with a previously issued arrest warrant issued by Judge Michael Fleming on April 22. Brown has been charged with one count of aggravated battery in a public place (Class 3 Felony) one count of criminal sexual abuse (Class 4 Felony) two counts of public indecency (Class 4 Felony) and one count of misdemeanor attempt disorderly conduct. On April 12, Elmhurst Police responded to a call at the Elmhurst Public Library for a call of suspicious behavior. The individual responsible DEE Elmhurst Independent for LONGFELLOW the call hadPHOTOS left the library prior

to the officer’s arrival. Through the course of their investigation into the suspect’s behavior, officers learned that in addition to this alleged incident, the suspect, later identified as Brown, allegedly was involved in two other incidents with patrons at the library. One of the incidents alleges that Brown pulled his underwear above the waistline of his pants and made visible to the woman his genitals through his underwear while the other alleges that Brown ran his fingers through the hair on another female patron. Further investigation into Brown’s alleged behavior alleges that on April

10, Brown grabbed the buttock of a female employee at the FFC Health Club in Elmhurst. Brown was arrested and taken into custody by Elmhurst police officers. “It is alleged that this defendant not only engaged in lewd and disgusting behavior but also sexually assaulted a sixteen-year-old girl while she was at work,” Berlin said. “These allegations are extremely disturbing and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. I would like to thank the Elmhurst Police Department for their work on this case.” Brown’s next court appearance was scheduled Thursday for arraignment in front of Judge MacKay.

Sharing a laugh

A supportive family spring musical, ‘The Theory of Relativity’ York Drama presents

Newly-elected 6th Ward Alderman Emily Bastedo, joined by her family, shared a laugh with Mayor Scott Levin on Monday, May 3, First Ward Alderman Marti Deuter, pictured here with her family after she was sworn into office and Mayor Scott Levin, took the oath of office to accept another term, representing the citizens of Elmhurst.

‘The time has not been lost, it has been re-imagined,’ student actor observes

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and using it to the piece’s advantage,” she said. “Stretching ourselves The York Drama department will as artists and storytellers through perform ‘The Theory of Relativ- embracing the obstacles became our ity,” which will air May 21, 22, 23 goal and ultimately, our joy. and May 28, 29, and 30. This per“We have been incredibly lucky to formance will stream each evening work with Matt Bourke, York alumat 7:30 p.m. Each performance will nus, and film director Michael Berrequire one ticket (access code) per ry (Frontera, Stuck, Chicago Med) device per night. as they have been able to advise us Tickets are currently on sale at along the way, as well as teach our www.showtix4u.com/events/York- gifted student directors how to conDrama. They are $15 per viewing ceptualize, record, and edit everylink, per device. Donations are wel- thing from group numbers to indicome and much appreciated, as York vidual songs and monologues, while Drama continues to create art during keeping the fluidity of film, and most this unprecedented year. importantly, honoring the story tellYork Drama Director Rebecca ing at the heart of it all”. Marianetti had her eye on The The“You will soon see that ‘The Theory of Relativity for years and knew ory of Relativity’ is not a production that this was a production she wanted that was a compromise due to the to bring to the York students -- she COVID pandemic; it is a producjust never imagined it would be on tion that was made possible by the to another term of pandemic,” office, 7th said WardMaureen Alderman Mike theRe-elected stage. Harmon, Brennan as his wife son look “When is it sworn becamein apparent thatandparent of a on. senior in the cast. “The anything we would do inside and on cast, crew and directors turned it into the stage would be limited, we had to an opportunity to stretch their crereally stretch our creative minds, and ativity and deepen their determinaembracing the genre of film has done tion beyond what anyone could have just that,” she said. previously imagined was possible. Marianetti described the process. Fittingly, the musical reflects on how “We have filmed outside, in a gor- we are all connected, and how we are geous location, and have reveled in nothing without each other.” the absurdity of sitting at a kitchen “Being a part of the musicals at table in a forest of trees, or, when our York is always my absolute favorite set was rained on, rolling in the mud part of the year,” said York senior FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

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Nev Lawless, one of the production’s dance captains. “This year we were able to look through a new lens of performing by filming our show and creating our piece into a movie musical. We have had to switch our gears from a musical brain to a movie brain and have worked through every new struggle that came our way. Filming and directing is a whole new art we took on the challenge and it has been such a special experience that I will always treasure.” Senior cast member Olivia Rosenberg is one of the student directors behind the camera too. “Being on the creative team for the musical has been one of the most impactful learning experiences I’ve hadAlderman in high school,” she said. be Tina Park had“To a lot able to see afrom showher come alivememfrom of support family beginning to end hasthe been absolutebers as she took oath of ofly remarkable and to I am so proudthe of fice to continue represent what we have residents of accomplished.” Elmhurst’s 5th Ward the rehearsals on“As Monday, May 3. and filming days went on, I felt an overwhelming sense of support and belonging, something that I’ve really been missing the past few months with transitioning to a new school during the pandemic,” said York freshman Marguerite DiMarco. “My first York show was certainly unconventional, but the laughs I had, the friendships I developed, and most importantly, the incredible art I got to be a part of cre-

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ating made it well worth it.” “It has been an incredible honor to collaborate with such an unbelievably dedicated and talented group of students,” Bourke added. “Every actor, dancer, technician and student leader brought with them an energy to create art at a level unparalleled since the pandemic began. After viewing ‘The Theory of Relativity,’ I hope the audience feels moved to seek out connection, share in community, and create something meaningful.” “In a musical so tied to strengthening relationships and deepening connections, these young artists have made it clear that we all drive each other to be better,” said Marianetti. “’The Theory of Relativity’ has been a giftThe to produce, the are true beauty Elmhurstbut Eagles hashosting been realized in watching a registration event the cast andoncrew lift each up Bo with love Sunday, May other 23 at the andJackson support, each There other’s Elitenurturing Sports Dome. talents anda window strengthsoftotime create a truly will be between glorious work. In ato time where we are 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. make it easy all for struggling to we findrealize the light, parents as therethe arearts have given usand hope and strength. other sports activities going I have on.no doubt that when the audience sees this production, • Players will bethey fittedwill fornot only laugh with, cry with, and deeply proper jersey size (critical to relate to these they will feel the athletecharacters; safety as the jersey love radiating through their keeps the shoulder pads in screens. Soon, we as will on stage; but place), wellbeasback a professional thismouthpiece time has not beenfrom lost,Advanced it has been fitting reimagined.” Orthodontic. Also, meet the sideline medical staff from Olympia who take care of our athletes during games. • It is strongly encouraged to register online ahead of Sunday, May 23 at ElmhurstEagles.com alsothen appointed thethe patient’s stop by for fittings daughter and to herpick temporary guardian. The family your number. located a physician, • PLUS the pros atnot theon Bo the Elmhurst medical DomeHospital will be holding an staff, open who wascombine willing(no to cost administer the drug. for registered To Eagles) allow this controversial treatment during this time. Kids are to take place pursuant to the invited to spend as much timecourt’s as order, privileges were they’demergency like having fun and putting granted, and arrangements have in some work. Or if you’re on been made to personally the for run,the justphysician swing by just for the administer the medication daily. fittings, etc. It continues to be our will position Walk-in registration be that theavailable court didduring not have jurisdiction to the May 23 enter thehowever order requiring Elmhurst event, the numbers have Hospital to administer the and drug and to be reported to BGYFL thejerseys Hospital’s legal team isbyconsidneed to be ordered June ering an appeal. Allowing treatment 1. Please register early. Don’t thatmiss is out experimental not beon Elmhurst’sand premier ingSuper doneBowl under the safety provided winning program, through a clinical trialcommunity, undermines promoting teamwork, and competition since 1964.

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Hospital addresses concern about court intervention in medical care You may have seen in the media proved use can be very dangerous.” all agreed that the risks outweigh the that Elmhurst Hospital faced a difWhen faced with challenging benefits based on all available evificult situation recently. The fam- clinical situations, Edward-Elm- dence. ily of a hospitalized patient with hurst Health experts consult with The Elmhurst Hospital Bioethics COVID-19 asked caregivers to ad- a multi-disciplinary Clinical Deci- Committee (https://www.eehealth. minister a medication that has not sions Committee which includes 20 org/patients-visitors/guide/pabeen recommended for the care of health system physicians whose role tient-information/advocacy/bioethpatients with COVID-19. The medi- it is to review and advise on medical ics/) was also convened regarding cation, ivermectin, is an antiparasitic care. The committee has reviewed the care of this patient and concluded approved for use in people and an- research related to COVD-19 treat- that the administration of the drug imals, typically to combat parasitic ment since March 2020. They were was not indicated and may, in fact, worms. consulted regarding the administra- be harmful. An article published on the Food tion of ivermectin in this case and As media have reported, the paand Drug Administration (FDA) every physician advised against ad- tient’s family located an attorney in website entitled “Why You Should ministering the drug to this patient New York who had experience takNot Use Ivermectin to Treat or Pre- due to safety concerns. ing similar cases to court. Despite exvent COVID-19,” states, “The FDA In addition, multiple physician tremely limited experience with the has not reviewed data to support specialists in infectious disease, pul- use of ivermectin for the treatment of use of ivermectin in COVID-19 pa- monary medicine, critical care and COVID-19 and FDA warnings about tients to treat or prevent COVID-19; hospital medicine were consulted potential dangers, a DuPage County however, initial the research andfrom indicated theyLevin are not judge ordered the hospital to adminJacobsome Hill takes oath isofunoffice Mayorthat Scott onwillMonday, May 3, having been elected to derway. Taking a drugSecond for an unaping administer ivermectin.Election They ister drug represent the City’s Ward in thetorecent Consolidated heldthe April 6. in a probate action that

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Retiring Park Board Commissioner Doug Ennis was recognized at the April 26, 2021 Park Board meeting for his six years of service to the board. During his tenure, Ennis served on the Board of the Elmhurst Art Museum and People for Elmhurst Parks, as well as committee and liaison roles in Finance, Policy and Registration Management Software Ad hoc. He contributed to many initiatives, including the Vision 2020 Comprehensive and Strategic Plan, the redevelopment of five parks, including the universal Playground for Everyone at Butterfield Park and the securing of a $1.8 million grant for the renovation of the historical Wilder Park Conservatory and greenhouse. Ennis also supported negotiations of intergovernmental and agency agreements with several organizations, including DuPage County Forest Preserve and the City of Elmhurst, saving taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars. Recently, he has been proactive in ensuring participants and staff remained safe while providing recreational programming during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Park District and Board expressed gratitude to Ennis for his countless hours of service to enhance parks and recreation opportunities in Elmhurst.

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he Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named.

Assault, battery April 29 Michael Wright, 35, of Villa Park, was charged with aggravated battery at Elmhurst Hospital at around 5:54 p.m. Police said a reporting officer met with hospital staff who reported that Wright had spit at a nurse. The nurse stated she met with Wright in the ER room when he reportedly became irate and allegedly spit at her. Hospital staff were able to restrain Wright, whom police said was highly intoxicated. Jan. 20 A victim in the 300 block of W. Grand told police at around 1:33 p.m. that while working at the above location, a suspect threatened him. An investigation is pending.

Criminal defacement, criminal trespass, criminal damage April 30 A reporting officer met with a victim and her father in the 100 block of Addison at around 9:43 p.m. who stated the rear tire of the victim’s bicycle was cut. The victim believes a group of boys are responsible for the damage, but did not wish to pursue charges.

Domestic battery, domestic incident, disorderly conduct, disturbance May 5 A victim in the 200 block of E. Butterfield told police at around 9 p.m. that subsequent to an argument, the suspect struck her. The suspect related the victim struck him and he grabbed both of her arms to stop her from hitting him. There were no signs of injury to either subject. Due to conflicting statements and no complaints to be signed, no arrests were made. May 2 Police said officers responded to a delayed report of a domestic battery in the 400 block of Prairie at around 7:15 p.m. The complainant told police that after consuming alcohol together, the suspect struck her. The reporting officer contacted the suspect who related he and the complainant were intoxicated, the complainant struck him and he did not strike the victim. Neither party wished to sign complaints. May 1 Fredrick J. Schaft, 58, of Chicago, was charged with disorderly conduct/breach of peace in the 600 block of W. North at around 8:24 p.m. Police said officers responded to the above location for the report of a disturbance. A victim related after telling Schaft to stop yelling alleged racial slurs, the allegedly intoxicated suspect approached the victim and continued yelling at him, according to police. Police said the victim was alarmed and disturbed by the suspect’s actions. Kevin L. Terry, 43, of Gary, Ind., was charged with driving while license suspended,

CALL 800-222-TIPS transportation of open alcohol, speeding and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near Butterfield and Poplar at around 2:18 p.m. A 19-year-old Elmhurst woman was charged with domestic battery in the 500 block of W. St. Charles at around 8:21 a.m. A victim told police that subsequent to an argument, the suspect struck him in the face. Officers observed a scratch on the victim’s face. April 30 Jaroslaw Jaworski, 47, of Bensenville, was charged with disorderly conduct and reckless driving at a coffee drive-thru in the 600 block of N. York at around 8:49 a.m. Police said officers responded to the above location for the report of a road rage incident. According to police, a reporting officer met with the complainant who stated she pulled her vehicle into the drive-thru lane when the suspect’s vehicle struck her vehicle multiple times. The suspect stated he was upset because the complainant pulled her vehicle in front of him, police said. April 29 Police said officers responded to the 200 block of W. Grand at around 11:31 a.m. for the report of a disturbance. The reporting officer met with the complainant who stated the suspect became irate and stated he had a gun in his vehicle. The reporting officer spoke with the suspect who said he was upset but denied making any statements about having a gun. The suspect was served with a no trespass notice and left the scene without further incident.

DUI, DUI-drugs, illegal transportation of alcohol, illegal possession of alcohol May 5 Phillip M. Golf, 43, of Cicero, was charged with possession of open alcohol in public in the 100 block of W. First at around 5:58 a.m. Police said officers responded to the above location for the report of someone drinking alcohol inside of the train depot. Upon arrival, police said the highly-intoxicated suspect was found to be in possession of a bottle of alcohol. May 3 Wenseslao Lopez Hernandez, 27, of Addison, was charged with DUI and unauthorized parking on private property subsequent to a suspicious vehicle which was parked in a private driveway near North and Oak at around 3:14 a.m. Kathleen E. Sebastian, 18, of Elmhurst, was charged with DUI, improper lane usage, possessing a false ID and unlawful consumption of alcohol by a minor subsequent to a traffic stop near St. Charles and Prospect at around 9:16 p.m. May 2 Alaina J. Carpenter, 20, of Grandville, Mich., was charged with obstructing a police officer, being a minor on licensed premises

and consumption of alcohol by a minor in the 100 block of Addison at around 1:20 a.m. Police said that subsequent to a bar check, Carpenter was found to be a minor who was under the influence of alcohol. Nicola B. Fitzimons, 34, of Wheaton, was charged with DUI, improper lane usage and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near Roosevelt and York at around 2:34 a.m. Arman M. Gafeney, 24, of Villa Park, was charged with DUI, driving while license suspended, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, possession of cannabis by driver and no insurance near Roosevelt and York at around 4:08 a.m. Angel Santana, 45, of Chicago, was charged with DUI, failure to report an accident to police, damage to city property and possession of open alcohol in public, while Juan R. Duran was issued a citation for open alcohol in public in the 400 block of Oaklawn at around 12:41 p.m. Police said that subsequent to a hit and run traffic crash, officers located Santana who was in possession of an open can of beer. May 1 Samuel M. Dulle, 19, of Fort Worth, Texas, was charged with possession of a fictitious ID and unlawful possession/consumption of alcohol by a minor near Second and Addison at around 11:57 p.m. While on patrol, an officer observed Dulle walking with a large table umbrella and an open bottle of liquor, according to police. Upon speaking with the officer, police said Dulle related he was under 21 years of age, had been drinking alcohol and was in possession of a fictitious ID.

Fleeing, eluding April 29 Police said a reporting officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a suspect vehicle for improper lane usage near York and Lake at around 9:02 p.m. The vehicle fled at a high rate of speed, last seen heading southbound on York.

Harassment, threats April 29-May 3 A complainant in the 100 block of Addison told police at around 6:58 p.m. that a suspect has been sending her threatening text messages between the above dates. The reporting officer contacted the suspect and advised him to have no further contact with the complainant.

Leaving the scene of an accident April 30 Luis Hernandez, 66, of Northlake, was charged with driving while license suspended, leaving the scene of a property damage accident and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident subsequent to a crash near York and Lake at around 1:46 p.m.

Possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a controlled substance April 30 Jeanette Salgado, 22, of Chicago, was issued a citation for possession of cannabis in a vehicle subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Indiana at around 5:28 p.m. April 29 Christopher Diego, 21, of Northlake, was charged with driving while license suspended,

unlawful possession of cannabis by the driver and unlawful use of an electronic communication device subsequent to a traffic stop near York and Belden at around 6:03 p.m. Carlos Graham, 27, of Berkeley, was issued citations for speeding, unlawful possession of cannabis by driver and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near Berteau and North at around 12:51 a.m. Joshua King, 23, of Villa Park, was issued a citation for possession of cannabis in a vehicle and was served with a no trespass notice in the 600 block of W. North at around 10:58 p.m.

Suspicious circumstances

May 3 A complainant in the 100 block of Addison told police at around 5:10 p.m. that there is an ongoing issue with kids throwing items off of the top level of the Addison parking deck. On the above date, the suspects threw food off the top level of the parking deck. The food struck the complainant’s vehicle which was parked in the lot behind 131 N. Addison Ave. The four suspects are described as 13-year-old unknown males riding bicycles. April 10 A complainant in the 200 block of Addison told police at around 4:10 p.m. that after having problems within the common garage, the homeowner’s association installed surveillance cameras. Video surveillance showed a suspect adjusting the view of one of the cameras. The reporting officer advised the suspect to leave the cameras in their positions.

Theft or burglary/identity theft/fraud/forgery/ deceptive practice/ obstruction/robbery

May 5 Kristina M. Kastholm, 28, of Elmhurst, was charged with retail theft at a store in the 600 block of N. York at around 4:38 p.m. Police said Kastholm was found to be in possession of stolen merchandise.

May 4 Officers responded to the 600 block of Cambridge at around 5 p.m. for a delayed residential burglary report. Upon returning home, the victims discovered their garage door and interior door were open and a burglary had occurred. Property was missing from the residence. An investigation is pending.

May 2 Charles F. Bodach, 18, of Elmhurst, was charged with theft, consumption of alcohol by a minor, damage to city property and possession of a false ID in the 500 block of S. York at around 1:22 a.m. Police said officers responded for the report of loud noises in the area and subjects were seen trying to remove a street sign and stop sign. An officer located Bodach, who was found to be in possession of a fictitious ID, was under the age of 21 and admitted to consuming alcohol, according to police. Bodach also was in possession of a street sign from the Elmhurst Park District’s Safety Town and admitted to damaging another street sign, police said.

May 1 Isabella N. Bucaro, 20, of Arlington Heights, was charged with false use of an ID and consumption of alcohol by a minor, while Michelle M. Buttita, 20, of Itasca, was charged with false use of an ID in the 100 block of Addison at around 1:15 a.m. Police said officers

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ECCI announces details of Civic Hall of Fame Memorial Fundraiser now through May 31 honors Myers, VanEwyk

The Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ECCI) has announced that, in memory of the April passing of ECCI Civic Hall of Famers Thomas O. Myers Jr. (2006) and Jim Van Ewyk (2004), the ECCI Centennial Celebration NFP, an IRS-designated 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, has selected the month of May to solicit tax-deductible gifts to fund a Civic HOF Public Memorial. It will eventually be part of the City

of Elmhurst’s $25 million project to construct a new Metra Train station in downtown Elmhurst. The Civic HOF public memorial will feature a TouchPros Touch Wall interactive, touch-screen TV monitor (55 to 70 inches) on which users can view biographies, photographs and video clips of each of the inductees. Created in honor of ECCI’s 100th Anniversary in 2018, the ECCI Centennial Celebration NFP’s one-of-

a-kind $250,000 Capital Campaign has raised $260,000 for the Ralph P. Pechanio Student Internship Endowment Fund at Elmhurst University versus a goal of $150,000, exceeded the Second Century Fund’s $50,000 goal and collected more than $10,000 towards the $50,000 Civic HOF goal since 2016. About the Civic Hall of Fame Since its creation in 1992 as part of the Opening Ceremonies at Elm-

Edward-Elmhurst a 15 Top Health System third year in a row System also makes 100 Top Hospitals list

For the third year in a row, Edward-Elmhurst Health has been named one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems by Fortune/IBM Watson Health. For the second year in a row, Fortune/IBM Watson Health has named Edward Hospital and Elmhurst Hospital among the 100 Top Hospitals in the U.S. Elmhurst Hospital was ranked No. 1 and Edward Hospital was ranked No. 7 in the Large Community Hospitals category. Edward and Elmhurst are two of only five Illinois hospitals

to make the 100 Top Hospitals list. This is the second time Elmhurst Hospital has been honored (2020). Edward-Elmhurst is the only Illinois system to make this year’s list and only the third Illinois health system to be recognized as a 15 Top Health System since the program began in 2008. “The ability of our staff and physicians to maintain this high level of performance during the COVID-19 pandemic is remarkable,” said Mary Lou Mastro, System CEO, Ed-

ward-Elmhurst Health. “In all the years I’ve worked in hospitals and healthcare, I have never witnessed anything like it. Although their dedication came with personal sacrifice, there was never a doubt that they would pull together to do whatever was necessary to provide skilled and compassionate care for our patients, families and the community.” IBM Watson Health identified the top health systems from among 324 health systems and 2,522 hospitals that are members of health systems.

County highlights interactive Memorial Day portal Due to COVID-19 public health concerns, DuPage County will relaunch its interactive Memorial Day portal, allowing residents to “virtually” gather, share stories and photos honoring the memories of fallen heroes. Shortly after the pandemic hit last year, the County’s IT and GIS team

created the interactive memorial, which can be found at www.dupageco.org/memorial. The website allows residents to share their Honor Posts highlighting their family member or friend, along with a photo and written tribute. The website also features quotes, poems, and videos offering historical information surrounding the Memorial Day holiday. “When we launched this portal last year, we received an overwhelming-

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fest, the Civic HOF has inducted 28 businesspeople, community volunteers and elected officials, with Myers and Van Ewyk as the 15th and 13th inductees, respectively. Since Elmfest’s end in 2009, inductees have been honored at ECCI’s Annual Awards Gala in all but one of those years. Tom Myers, former owner of Thomas O. Myers Jr. Real Estate for more than 50 years, was a three-time Chamber Ambassador of the Year honoree and served as the 1991 President (now Chairman) of

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the ECCI Board of Directors. Jim Van Ewyk, former owner of Pfund & Clint Florists, where he was first employed in 1953, served as the 1989 President (now Chairman) of the ECCI Board of Directors. To make your tax-deductible online donation in increments of $25, $50, $100 or $250, visit elmhurstchamber.org now through May 31. Donations of any amount also can be made by check and mailed to ECCI, 300A W. Lake St., Ste. 201, Elmhurst, IL 60126.

(Continued from page 7) responded to the above location for a 200 block of N. Glenview at around complaint of underage drinking. The 6:41 p.m. A victim told police that reporting officer made contact with an unknown suspect(s) used his perthe suspects who were found to be in sonal information to open a checkpossession of fraudulent IDs, according account. The victim reported the ing to police. fraud to his bank. Commercial burglary was reported at an auto dealership in the 500 April 17 block of W. Lake at around 3:24 Identity theft was reported in the a.m. Police said that subsequent to 800 block of Eastland at around 8:40 a commercial burglary alarm, of- p.m. A victim told police that an unficers located a broken glass door known suspect(s) used her personal on the west side of the building. A information to apply for a car loan key holder responded to the scene and completed an application for an and found nothing was missing unknown credit card. The victim was from inside of the dealership. Offi- provided information on how to procers reviewed video footage, which tect herself against identity theft. showed two suspects force entry, while two additional suspects waited outside in a vehicle. This case is Unauthorized pending investigation. Retail theft was reported in the 400 use of a weapon block of N. York at around 4 p.m. Poinvestigation lice said a complainant reported that an unknown suspect stole cigarettes May 3 Police said officers responded to and fled on foot. Officers checked the area, but were unable to locate an area near Butterfield and York at the suspect, who was described as a around 10:16 p.m. for the report of an unlawful use of a weapon. The white male. Retail theft was reported at a phar- complainant advised dispatch, submacy in the 100 block of N. Robert sequent to a minor traffic incident, a Palmer at around 9:13 p.m. A report- male suspect exited the suspected veing officer responded to the above lo- hicle and displayed a handgun. The cation for a delayed report of a retail suspected vehicle was located a short theft. The complainant related that time later and officers made contact an unknown suspect filled two reus- with the lone occupant (a female able shopping bags with an unknown driver), who denied being involved in a traffic incident or having a male amount of body wash products. subject in her vehicle. Pending investigation. April 30 Retail theft was reported at a store in the 100 block of E. Schiller at around 4:28 p.m. Police said a re- Violation of an order porting officer met with the comof protection plainant who reported that an unknown suspect described as a black May 4 Antonio Cortez, 27, of Villa Park, female took unpaid merchandise and walked out of the store. The suspect was charged with violation of an orentered an older model red Chevrolet der of protection in the 200 block of Blazer driven by an unknown male E. Fremont at around 10:04 p.m. Posuspect and fled eastbound on Elm- lice said a victim stated that she has an active order of protection against hurst Avenue. Cortez, who contacted the victim via text. April 29 Burglary to a vehicle was reported in the 500 block of N. West at around 10:15 a.m. A victim told police that Warrant arrest an unknown suspect entered their May 4 Police said that subsequent to an garage through the open overhead garage door. The suspect entered the investigation of a suspicious vehicle victim’s unlocked vehicle and stole near Arlington and Church at around 5:25 p.m., Dennis E. Tovar, 28, of her purse. Melrose Park, was found to have a warrant from the DuPage County April 24 Identity theft was reported in the Sheriff’s Office.

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What do terms conservative and liberal mean today? By Jim Nowlan As a brokendown prof of American politics, I was asked this question recently: What do the terms conservative and liberal mean today in American political life? I think the question is important because: 1.) the human animal craves context to help him or her navigate the world; 2.) the terms tend somewhat to track Republican and Democratic party identification and “right- and left-leaning,” respectively, and; 3.) I sense there is some confusion among the public about the terms. As shorthand, I have told my college students over the years that conservatives tend to see the world as it is, while liberals see the world as they wish it to be. These perspectives tend to drive their respective operating philosophies. That is, conservatives see strong value in tradition, and resist change, at least until persuaded that such is absolutely necessary to preserve order and stability. In contrast, liberals are more open to change, to achieve what they see as social and economic justice for all. Conservatives favor free market capitalism and balanced budgets, whereas liberals think it important to regulate economic forces and spend through government in order to achieve their goals. By the way, if you hear the term “classical liberal,” you are hearing a 19th Century English term for one who favors a market economy, among much else. A classical liberal would be close to a present-day intellectual conservative. I told you the terms morph over time. When I entered college in 1959, the nation had been led by Big Government liberals, from Franklin Roosevelt (1933-44) and Harry Truman (1944-53) and continued by Republican Dwight Eisenhower (1953-61). While liberals dominated college campuses in my undergraduate days, there was also a lively, burgeoning ferment of intellectual conservative thinking when I arrived at Urbana-Champaign. We young conservatives bruited around the names of classical liberal economists Friederich von Hayek

and Ludwig von Mises as if we understood what they were writing (I only vaguely did, at best). Columnists William Buckley in New York City and M. Stanton Evans nearby in Indianapolis were then young, conservative firebrands; they wrote in terms we students could more easily understand. They called for a rollback of Big Government, heavy regulation and the high taxation they felt intruded on freedom of individual action. And yet, to distinguish intellectual from practical conservatives, I don’t recall any elected officials who identified as conservative ever calling for the elimination of Social Security, obviously a Big Government program, but one that was popular broadly. This intellectual movement captivated Barry Goldwater and Ronald Reagan, though the latter was never a purist, for example, having raised taxes significantly as governor of California. By the 1980s, most Republican identifiers had largely rejected the liberal sympathies of Ike, Nixon and Eastern governors such as Nelson Rockefeller. When I entered the Illinois House in 1969, conservative issues were still largely economic as opposed to social. Then came the abortion decision of Roe v. Wade, in 1973. While the Southern Baptist Convention initially hailed the prochoice decision, evangelicals and most economic conservatives have subsequently come to embrace the pro-life position with passion. Gun control was becoming of more interest in 1969, seen by gun advocates as a matter of personal freedom. A prominent pollster told me back then that 3 percent of voters would vote for or against a candidate solely on the basis of his stand on guns. I’ll bet that figure is even higher today, but even 3 percent (a 6 percent change in an election outcome) would scare the bejesus out of elected officials, as it does today. Former President Donald Trump is what I would call a “nationalist,” who thinks America should come before international concerns. Trump is not an economic conservative; for example, as president he increased deficit spending big time, though not so much as Joe Biden is doing. And Trump’s heavy use of tariffs

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Glowiak Hilton advances legislation to support homeless students To ensure students experiencing homelessness are aware of available resources, State Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) advanced an initiative to require higher education institutions to designate one employee to serve as a housing insecurity liaison. “Our state’s higher education system has a responsibility to fight our youth homelessness crisis and provide students with safe places to live,” Glowiak Hilton said. “Just one trusted employee could prevent homeless students from falling through the cracks by connecting them with aid.” A study by the University of Chicago found that 4.2 million youth and young adults experienced homeless-

ness during a 12-month period, and that nearly 29% of all young adults who experienced homelessness were enrolled in college or another educational program at the time. Glowiak Hilton’s legislation requires each institution to appoint a Housing and Opportunities Useful for Students’ Excellence (H.O.U.S.E.) liaison. Their responsibilities would include identifying appropriate services, understanding aid eligibility, tracking graduation and retention rates, reporting the number of students using homelessness resources, and developing a plan to provide access to on-campus housing between academic breaks to homeless students enrolled at the institution. Under the legislation, higher edu-

cation institutions would also be required to provide information about available services and assistance regarding homelessness in financial aid and admission packets, as well as on the institution’s website. “Stable housing is the basis for academic and social opportunities,” Glowiak Hilton said. “Creating this position is an important step on a long-term path toward eliminating homelessness among our children once and for all.” Senate Bill 190 passed the Senate Higher Education Committee a week ago Tuesday and moves for further consideration before the full Senate.

(This was submitted by the office of State Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton.)

Glowiak Hilton congratulates Illinois State Scholars in 24th District State Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) commends the nearly 900 high school students in the 24th District who were named 2021-22 Illinois State Scholars by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. “This prestigious award is a reflection of hard work, dedication and resilience throughout the pandemic, and I couldn’t be more proud of the students from our community who earned the honor,” Glowiak Hilton said. “With the support of their families, teachers and administrators, these students have shown an unwavering commitment to achievement despite the many challenges they’ve faced over the last year.” Illinois State Scholar winners rank

in approximately the top 10% of the state’s high school seniors from 676 high schools in all 102 counties. Selection is based on a combination of standardized test scores and class rank or unweighted GPA at the end of the student’s junior year. ISAC works in conjunction with the students’ high school guidance counselors to determine the winners. The 24th District’s 896 Scholars include students from 11 area high schools: College Preparatory School of America, Glenbard East High School, Glenbard South High School, Glenbard West High School, Hinsdale Central High School, IC Catholic Prep, Lyons Township High School, Montini Catholic High School, Timothy Christian High

School, Westmont High School and York Community High School. State Scholars will receive a digital badge issued by ISAC that can be displayed on online profiles, exhibited on social media and shared with prospective colleges and employers. “The college admissions process and qualifying for financial assistance is typically competitive, but this award will give our students an edge,” Glowiak Hilton added. “The Illinois State Scholar recognition rewards students for their outstanding efforts by providing an advantage in attending and affording the college of their choice.” (This was received from the office of State Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton.)

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Park Place enjoys doughnuts from a distance Resident’s daughter makes a sweet birthday visit Kerry Shields Foley left the Cincinnati area in the very early hours of April 26 to make a special trip to Elmhurst to wish a happy birthday to her father, Tom Shields, who lives at Park Place of Elmhurst. What made this visit a delicious surprise was that Kerry brought along gourmet doughnuts from Duck Donuts, a gift for each resident in honor of Tom’s 80th birthday. Kerry, owner of the Duck Donuts shop in Mason, Ohio, gave each resident their own package with a cinnamon sugar doughnut and a chocolate doughnut with birthday sprinkles. These gifts were left at each resident’s doorway in the afternoon of April 26. The Park Place residents appreciated the sweet gift and Tom was grateful for the love he felt, from both his family and his neighbors. “As my 80th birthday approached, I was wondering how I would feel,” Tom said. “My daughter Kerry surprised me by announcing that she

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All I can say is a thank you to everyone who helped make my birthday so special. I will never forget the warm feelings they’ve given me.” – Tom Shields

was bringing Duck Donuts for everyone. Then I was overwhelmed by the number of birthday cards and good wishes I received on my birthday from my Park Place family. All I can say is a thank you to everyone who SUBMITTED PHOTO Elmhurst Independent helped make my birthday so special. Park Place resident Tom Shields joins his daughter Kerry Shields Foley who brought gourmet donuts I will never forget the warm feelings from her shop, Duck Donuts, located in Mason, Ohio. Kerry brought a Duck Donuts gift bag for each Park they’ve given me.” Place resident.

Bluejay Tank winner cleans up with hot idea Similar to Shark Tank, winning competitors meet with venture capitalist

At Elmhurst University’s second annual Bluejay Tank competition, students demonstrated their entrepreneurial spirit by pitching business concepts ranging from a startup music production company to an app designed to help college students keep track of their wallets. Mallory Burke, a junior from Evergreen Park, won first place for GrillGirlz, a barbecue grill deep-cleaning service that she started last summer with a $120 loan from her parents. With nine employees, all women, the business is on track to earn a net profit of more than $18,000 this year. Modeled loosely on the popular TV show Shark Tank, the Bluejay Tank competition gives students the chance to pitch their business ideas to a panel of experienced entrepreneurs in exchange for feedback and a shot at $3,000 in cash prizes. With her $1,500 prize, Burke plans to trademark her business, provide

safety training to employees, build a website and expand to other states. “Before the competition I was at a point where I wasn’t sure where to take my business,” she said. “Winning gave me the confidence to push forward. And as a participant, I’ve made connections with people who can help me succeed.” Matthew Gans, a senior from Batavia, Ill., won second place and $1,000 for MGProductions, a photo and video marketing company that has produced ads for Aston Martin and other top businesses. Third place and $500 went to Luis Chavez, a junior from Rolling Meadows, Ill., for Scanology, an online tool that helps high school students find the right college. “As a first-generation student, I didn’t have much help with my college and scholarship search, Chavez said. “I remember staying up all night looking for colleges while I juggled graduation requirements,

homework assignments and other through their journey.” extracurricular activities. By creatAs part of their prize, all three ing Scanology, not only can we help winners will have the opportunity students thrive, we can help them to meet with venture capitalist Larry

Hayward, partner and co-founder of Independence Equity, to get tips on presenting their business plans to investors.

UCCA’s Taste of the Town: Dining for a Cause United Community Concerns Association is excited to announce the 4th annual Taste of the Town: Dining for a Cause, an Elmhurst food and drink experience. Participating restaurants and businesses will be holding Eat & Earn events throughout the month of May to benefit District 205 families experiencing food scarcity.

Participating Businesses May 17 - 21 Monday, May 17, Elmhurst Brewing Co., 171 No. Addison Tuesday, May 18, Doti Liquors, 104 E. Fullerton Ave. Wednesday, May 19, Pints, 112 So. York St. (Togo orders should be made via Pints website. Type UCCA in the special instructions when placing an

online order. If you are dining in, please inform your server that you are dining on behalf of UCCA when your experience begins.) Thursday, May 20, Roberto’s, 483 So. Spring Rd Friday, May 21, Elijah’s, 136 W. Vallette. The community is invited to support UCCA by dining-in, getting carry-out, or making a purchase from these businesses so that a portion of their bill will be donated to UCCA. Proceeds from the event will be used to fund at least five Mobile Food Pantries throughout the coming months. Visit uccaelmhurst.org for more details and individual business websites for hours. When dining or purchasing from these businesses mention UCCA or show them the event coupon, which is available to download from the UCCA website.

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FIRST OFFERING! Walk to School/Path Originally built as builder’s own home, this home spares no detail or upgrade. Four finished floors with nearly 6,000sf of finished living space, exquisite millwork, 2-story foyer, open floor plan, coffered ceilings, chef’s kitchen with elevated seating island, beautiful hardwood flooring, walk-in food pantry, 1st floor office and 3 car heated garage. Upstairs offers a huge master suite with luxurious master spa bath with steam shower and custom-built walk-in changing room, 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, laundry, and a finished 3rd level with skylights (playroom, golf simulator, yoga study). The basement has a 6th bedroom, full bathroom, workout area, media room, and full wet bar. Radiant heat in the basement and garage floors. Irrigation system and backup generator. Fully fenced backyard with mature, professional landscaping and paver brick patio. Walkable to Jefferson Elementary, Sandburg JRHS, parks, and the IL Prairie Path. $1,049,900

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Crecent Park Split Level

Rare opportunity with this large 3 bedroom 2-1/2 bath all brick home on park-like double lot on a lightly traveled street in Crescent Park. Centrally located with easy access to downtown Elmhurst, parks, schools, and transportation. The 171 foot frontage provides room to expand or enjoy plenty of outdoor space. This home has over 3100 feet of living space, featuring spacious rooms, eat-in kitchen with fireplace, granite counter tops, and brand new stainless steel appliances. Separate dining room, upper level bonus room, all new baths and all refinished hardwood floors. $615,000

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Amazing opportunity to work with one of Elmhurst’s top custom home builders. Steps from award winning Jefferson Elementary and the IL Prairie Path, in one of Elmhurst’s hottest neighborhoods. This generous plan offers ceiling detail throughout, exquisite millwork, a large mudroom, 1st floor office, huge kitchen with 2-tier island for prep sink/area and separate eating space. Open family room with gas fireplace overlooks 160’ deep yard. Superb from the curb with covered front porch and patio in the rear. Too many other details to list! Builder is also willing to build to suit at different price points. $1,250,000

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At over 5500 finished square feet this 5 bedroom, 5 full bathroom home offers a flexible floor plan that checks all the boxes for even the most discerning buyer! Upon entering you are immediately greeted with the large 2-story foyer and grand staircase. The living room leads to the office where french doors provide a quiet working environment with floor to ceiling custom built-ins. If entertaining is your thing you will appreciate the large Great Room with stone fireplace that flows into the gourmet kitchen with loads of cabinets and counter space, an island, double ovens, new convection microwave and 5 burner cooktop. $779,000

Being built by a well respected, long-time Elmhurst builder working alongside an interior designer set to help pick out all of your finishes & fixtures. Offering over 4,800 sf of finished living space with its fully finished basement - exercise room, rec room, custom bar and wine room! Gracious 10 ft first floor ceilings welcome you to this impressive home with HWF’s & extensive trim & ceiling detail throughout, 5 beds, 4.5 baths, a 2.5 car garage, custom kitchen w/ huge island, high-end SS appliances (Wolf & Sub-Zero) & eating area open to family rm w/ fireplace, master suite w/ spa bath, designer plumbing/lighting fixtures, surround sound + more! . 1,295,000

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This spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is situated on an oversized (75 x 150) lot on a quiet street. Close to train, shopping, and expressways. The enclosed 3 season front porch leads you to the living room with tons of natural light. 3rd bedroom/office on main level next to full bathroom. Updated island kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Newer HWH and Washer/Dryer. $269,900

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Proposed Modern Farmhouse by one of Elmhurst’s most reputable builders – Wise Investment Builders. Set on an oversized 64’ wide lot on one of Lincoln school’s best streets. Over 5,300 sf of finished living space with 3 car heated $1,599,900

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Wise Investment Builders Proposed Modern Farmhouse by one of Elmhurst’s most reputable builders – Wise Investment Builders. Set on an oversized 64’ wide lot on one of Lincoln school’s best streets. Over 5,300 sf of finished living space with 3 car heated garage. Open and airy 1st floor with 2-story foyer, 10 ft ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, private 1st floor study or in-law suite, custom kitchen with large island & prep sink, high end SS appliance package, breakfast nook & family room open to backyard, walk-in pantry + butler pantry with wine fridge, mudroom, and full bath. 4 large upstairs bedrooms with hardwood floors, volume ceilings, laundry, and super luxurious primary suite with spa bath & large walk-in closet. Fully finished lower level with garden window, media room, 5th bedroom, full bath, wet bar, and storage. Smart home wired for all of today’s technology - alarm, whole home backup generator, Ring, internet, and surround sound. $1,599,900

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Symphony presents final virtual program ‘Wonderful Winds’ Program continues through May 31

Weber’s lyrical Romance for Trombone and Strings, showcasing the talents of ESO Principal Trombone Thomas Stark, who will share musical insights with viewers.

was recently the featured soloist with the Festival Orchestra at the Birch Creek Music Performance Center. Stark has also toured the U.S. with the Glenn Miller Orchestra and with the Alliance Brass Quintet. He can be heard on recordings ranging from classical music to jazz, swing, and big band offerings. He has also performed with artists such as Irish tenor Ronan Tynan, country music singer Vince Gill, Josh Groban, Quincy Jones, ABBA, Maureen McGovern, and many more. In demand as a clinician, recitalist, chamber musician and freelancer in the Chicagoland area, Stark is

the Adjunct Professor of Trombone at Elmhurst University and several other area colleges.

Musicians of the Elmhurst SymConcert information phony Orchestra are back togethCommentary by Maestro Alltop er once again making music! You will add to your enjoyment of WonMore about Thomas Stark are invited to join ESO members, derful Winds. Hear and see this proIn addition to his position with friends and musicians for the Symgram at a time convenient for you the ESO, Stark is also Principal phony’s last virtual musical profrom the comfort of your home—a Trombone of several other Chicagram of the season, Wonderful great way to celebrate spring! go-area orchestras and is a member Winds, available for viewing midTickets for the program are $25 of a number of small brass groups, May through mid-June. Ticketing and can be purchased on the ESO including the Chicago Trombone begins Sunday, April 25 at 3 p.m. website, www.elmhurstsymphony. Quartet and Lincoln Park Brass. and ends May 31. This Video on org, or by sending a check to ElmHe has performed with prominent Thomas Stark Demand program will be available hurst Symphony Orchestra, P.O Box U.S. orchestras, among them the for two weeks after you click on the tonín Dvoák’s Serenade for Winds, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Kansas 345, Elmhurst, IL 60126. For more email link to view the program, un- which resonates with heartfelt City Orchestra and Ballet, and the information email elmhurstsymphotil the end date. nytix@gmail.com. Czech spirit; and Carl Maria von Colorado Symphony (Denver). He Under the baton of Music Director and Conductor Stephen Alltop, Elmhurst Uuniversity awards inaugural ‘President’s Scholarships for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion’ the wind musicians of the Elmhurst Elmhurst University recently award- here at Elmhurst.” identity, disability and social justice. you are, where you come from, the colSymphony will bring a variety of ed its first President’s Scholarships for The President’s Scholarship for One scholarship is awarded specifi- or of your skin or your gender identimusical selections, including Scott Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, es- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion was cally to a student from Chicago Pub- ty,” she said. “I know that in the future Joplin’s jaunty Pineapple Rag; An- tablished this past fall to augment the launched this past September as a lic Schools. The scholarship program none of that will matter because all that University’s ongoing commitment to key component of the Actions Speak drew 37 applications from across Illi- will matter is that you are human and building a welcoming, inclusive com- Louder Than Words Challenge, which nois and around the country, including you are alive.” Johnson wrote a moving essay munity. enabled Elmhurst students, faculty, from Maine, Colorado and Arizona. This year’s scholarship winners are staff, alumni and trustees to play an This year’s winners are Nakala about empathy, understanding and not Donald Fiebrandt two incoming first-year students—one active role in building a more diverse, Marie Nadeau, who attends Del Sol pre-judging others. He described his Donald Fiebrandt of Elmhurst from Chicago, the other from Las Ve- equitable and inclusive campus. The High School in Las Vegas; and Kev- friendship with a classmate who was passed away recently. Beloved hus- gas—who have shown an exemplary initial fundraising goal of $200,000 in Edgardo Johnson, who attends Von bullied, and how his own experiences, band of the late Rose Marie nee commitment to furthering diversity, was met in less than three months with Steuben Metropolitan Science Center as a child adopted from Guatemala by Cullotta; father of Constance (Brian) equity and inclusion in their own lives contributions from across campus. a white family, tell a far more compliin Chicago. Morton, Donnie, Judy Liesberger, and the lives of others. In December, the Office of AdmisAs part of her application, Nadeau cated story about race and equity than and Patty (the late Mark and the late “It’s wonderful to see this scholar- sion began to seek applications for submitted a powerful video about how one might assume. Chris) VanDeHouten; grandfather of ship already benefiting students,” said the $5,000, renewable scholarship. It she and her generation are making a “At Elmhurst, I would like to help Shannon, Kelly, Brian Jr., Brett, and Elmhurst University President Troy D. is awarded to two incoming first-year difference and working to achieve the build an inclusive community because Jack; brother of Judy and the late VanAken. “Even more gratifying is students per year who have demon- American Dream of “unity, equality I empathize with those who are not Raymond; uncle of many nieces and how quickly the entire campus com- strated contributions to and appreci- and freedom.” heard,” he wrote. “I am a person who nephews. A memorial service will be munity came together to bring it to life. ation for diversity, equity and inclu“To me, the American Dream means can amplify the voices of others and held at a later date. Interment private. I look forward to the contributions our sion in areas including racial or ethnic a better future and acceptance for the can help create unity and bridges beArrangements entrusted to Elmhurst first scholarship recipients will make diversity, sexual orientation, gender people who live here, no matter who tween diverse people.” Community Funeral Home – The Ahlgrim Chapel. For info 630-8343515 or www.ElmhurstFh.com.

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(Continued from page 9) goes against the grain of free trade, a key plank in the world of most conservatives. Liberals seem to have abandoned use of their own term, for, maybe, sounding too liberal. Instead, they call themselves “progressives,” even though they are, in my mind, still liberal in philosophy. I think a practical conservative in America today is a bit of an ideological muddle, which is not necessarily bad, but leads to the confusion I sense. For example, the practical conservative espouses small government, balanced budgets, and a market economy generally, yet he is comfortable with Medicare and maybe farm subsidies (both Big Government). He also has mixed views on personal liberty issues, that is, for gun freedom, yet opposed to choice on abortion. If there is anything useful and valid to my explication above, what might you be — practical conservative, liberal (progressive), or something else? For many years, Jim Nowlan was a senior fellow and political science professor at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. He was a state representative, worked for three governors and publishes a weekly newspaper in central Illinois.

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Elmhurst Choral Union’s virtual concert to debut May 15 Elmhurst Choral Union (ECU) and Elmhurst Choral Union Chamber Singers present a “Mutual May Music: A Virtual Performance to Bring Us Together,” an on-demand concert debuting Saturday, May 15, at 8 p.m. Artistic Director Scott Uddenberg will lead both groups and professional soloists in this positive concert experience, featuring music that reflects joy, peace, and the beauty and rebirth of spring. Musical selections will also represent a diverse array of composers. The virtual, on-demand format may be new, yet the concert nods to the eclectic tradition of Elmhurst Choral Union: Haydn and Mozart

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Montini Catholic Scholarship Club welcomes Elmhurst resident

Montini Catholic Lasallian Preparatory High School in Lombard recently recognized nine of the newest members of its Class of 2021 $100,000 Scholarship Club. The club includes students who have received over $100,000 in academic scholarship offers during their quests to find the best college or university. The number of members is currently 24 and those seniors in total have accumulated more than $14 million in academic scholarship offers. Among the new members is Elmhurst resident and Visitation School graduate Marie Hemmersmeier, who has received $405,000 in academic scholarship offers to date. They include: $92,000 academic scholarship, Baylor University; $112,000 Presidential scholarship, University of Alabama; $100,000 Dean’s scholarship, Texas Christian University; $68,000 Mark Twain non-residential scholarship, University of Missouri; $8,000 Excellence Award, University of South Carolina; and, $25,000 Chancellor’s Achievement Award, Colorado University at Boulder.

will be performed, along with more modern works from Ola Gjeilo, Jennaya Robison, and Victor C. Johnson. The ECU Chamber Singers will sing music ranging from Gilbert and Sullivan to Broadway and a spiritual. “Mutual May Music” will feature accompaniment by ECU’s Kevin Wong and the internationally-known Kontras Quartet, the Chicago-based string ensemble recognized for its vibrant, nuanced performances and crisp precision. Two members of the Kontras Quartet are faculty members at Elmhurst University, where ECU has its roots. Professional guest soloists will be: Kim Jones, Soprano; Amy Pickering, Mezzo Soprano; Madison Bolt, Tenor; Cole Seaton, Tenor; and Lee Lichamer, Bass. Pickering is also an Elmhurst University faculty member. Tickets are $20 at elmhurstchoralunion.org/tickets, and will be available through 12 noon Saturday, May 15. There will also be opportunity to make an optional free-will donation to ECU at time of ticket purchase. A link to the online concert will be sent by email from the app Eventbrite. com shortly before the event opens at SUBMITTED PHOTO Elmhurst Independent 8 p.m. on May 15. The link will be Members of the Elmhurst Choral Union rehearses for their upcoming on-demand concert, “Mutual good for repeated viewing. May Music: A Virtual Performance to Bring Us Together,” debuting Saturday, May 15, at 8 p.m.

College news Phi Kappa Phi inductees Elmhurst resident Joseph Black was initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. Black was initiated at University of Massachusetts. Local resident Nancie Mohedano of Elmhurst was also initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi at Northern Illinois University. Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. The following Elmhurst residents were inducted into Phi Kappa Phi at Elmhurst University: Sara Acosta, Taylor Fuchs, Samantha Hillebrand, Shea Kent, Semra Kurdova, Taya Lema, Matt Martin, Ioannis Mastoras, Florian Tochie Feussi, Trinity Veith and Joan Vilim.

of Technology. This designation is awarded to undergraduate students who have earned a 4.0 academic average for the semester.

Karnatz shines as shortstop at UMKC Katherine Karnatz, a sophomore and starting shortstop on the University of Missouri Kansas City (UMKC) softball team helped her team to a 4-1 record in the recent DePaul Dome Tournament in Rosemont. Katherine led the team in hitting with a .533 average and 6 RBI. Katherine also currently leads the Summit League in batting average and on base percentage. Katherine is a 2019 graduate of York High School, where she was a four-year starter on the Varsity softball team Pike graduates and a four-year All Conference and Vanessa Pike of Elmhurst is among three-year All-State player. the more than 5,000 candidates for graduation in the Class of 2021 who Former U.S. Marine named to will be celebrated during the univer- Natl. Society of Scholars sity’s 168th Commencement exercisHenri Bresson, a 2016 graduate of es April 29 - May 2. Pike, who is a York Community High School, has Social Work major, is a candidate for been named to the National Society a Bachelor of Social Work degree in of Collegiate Scholars, which recogthe School of Applied Sciences. nizes academic excellence, after his first quarter at DePaul University. Resident earns Henri is a first-year communications ‘Faculty Honors’ major at Depaul University. Prior to Elmhurst native Maya Iyer earned college, Henri served honorably in the distinction of Faculty Honors for the U.S. Marine Corps. Enlisting in Fall 2020 at the Georgia Institute August of 2016, Henri successfully

completed basic training at Marine Corp Recruit Depot San Diego 18 November 2016. After basic training Henri was assigned to Ft. Leonard Wood, Mo., for MOS school and training as a heavy equipment operator. In May 2017 Henri was assigned to his permanent duty station at Camp Pendleton, Calif. After deployments to both Iraq and United Arab Emerites, Henri was honorable discharged in July 2020 and began his education in September. Dean’s List • The following students were named to the Knox College Dean’s List for the 2021 Winter Term. Angelica DeBenedictis and Connor Gwaltney, who is majoring in Psychology. • Claire Ziolkowski, of Elmhurst, has been named to the fall 2020 dean’s list at the University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio. Claire is double majoring in Equine Science (English) and Business. • Local resident Julia Pagni made the Dean’s List at the University of Louisville School of Nursing where she was recognized for high academic achievement for the fall 2020. • Wheaton College has named the following students from Elmhurst to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2020 semester: Kimberly Martinez, Melissa Drost, Brandon Orange and Harrison

Stanton. • Ithaca College congratulates students named the following Elmhurst resident to the Dean’s List for the fall 2020 semester: Colin Kelley and Erik Martenson. • Benjamin Airdo of Elmhurst made the Dean’s List for the Fall 2020 semester at the Georgia Institute of Technology. • Among the 1,453 students named to College of the Holy Cross’ Dean’s List for the fall semester of the 202021 academic year were Grace Mazzocco and Elizabeth Mazzocco, both members of the class of 2021. Grace is majoring in Psychology, while Elizabeth is majoring in Accounting. • A total of 13,128 students enrolled during the fall 2020 term at The University of Alabama made the Dean’s List with academic records of 3.5 or above (on a 4.0 scale), or the President’s List with academic records of 4.0 (all A’s). Elmhurst resident Cecelia Spirakis was named to the Dean’s List, while the following were named to the President’s List: Olivia Gifford, Brett Moorman, Benjamin St. Clair, Grace Tully, Katelyn Veach and Nicholas Ward. • About 1,600 students were honored on the Lewis University Dean’s List for the 2020 Fall Semester, including the following Elmhurst stu-

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Pritzker: Broader reopening to begin Friday State still grappling with vaccine hesitancy in some communities

CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS

Gov. JB Pritzker said Friday, May 6 that Illinois would enter the “bridge” phase to full reopening this Friday, May 14. And barring any reversal of current trends, Phase 5, or full reopening, will begin on Friday, June 11. He also announced that residents can now obtain COVID-19 vaccines from their physicians’ offices, rather than just designated vaccine sites, as public health officials continue to confront hesitancy within many communities to accept the vaccines. The May 6 announcement came as the state reached a new benchmark of having 55 percent of adults age 16 and over, and 80 percent of people age 65 and over, having received at least one dose of vaccine, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. Meanwhile, the daily number of new cases, hospitalization rates and intensive care unit usage have all

been falling or leveling off. “This good news comes with a caveat,” Pritzker said. “We have all seen throughout this pandemic that this virus and its variants have proven to be unpredictable. Metrics that look strong today are far from a guarantee of how things will look a week, two weeks, a month from now. We saw that last August, and again last March.” Under the bridge phase—a transition phase between the current Phase 4 mitigations and the virtually complete reopening of Phase 5—certain capacity limits will be eased at various kinds of events. Restaurants, for example, will be allowed to increase from 25 to 30 percent of capacity, as long as people maintain six feet of distance from one another, while offices, personal care facilities and retail service counters can increase from 50 to 60 percent of capacity. When the state reaches Phase 5, Pritzker said, virtually all mitigation restrictions will be lifted, although

the state will still follow guidelines from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding wearing masks in large, crowded situations and maintaining safe social distancing. Although Illinois has succeeded in getting a large percentage of its adult population vaccinated, IDPH reports that the daily rate of vaccinations has been declining as large segments of the population have been reluctant to receive their shots. As of May 6, the seven-day rolling average of daily doses administered stood at 70,063, down from a peak of nearly 133,000 per day in mid-April. But with the supply of vaccines now large enough to provide vaccines to anyone who wants one, Pritzker said he hoped that making them available through physicians’ offices will make it more convenient for more people.

“This is about making it as easy as possible for those who have not yet gotten vaccinated to protect themselves from COVID-19,” he said. Still, there remain pockets of society that remain hesitant, whether that be for cultural, political or religious reasons, and the Pritzker administration is continuing its public relations campaign to reach out to those communities. According to IDPH data, Sangamon County, which includes Springfield, has the highest rate of vaccination with nearly 39 percent of its population fully vaccinated. But in Alexander County, which includes Cairo at the southern tip of Illinois, only 11 percent are fully vaccinated. Joining Pritzker at the May 6 news conference was Dr. Rodney Alford, an African American pediatric and internal medicine specialist at Iroquois Memorial Hospital and a

trustee of the Illinois State Medical Society. “I myself belong to that community that has vaccine hesitancy,” he said. “I belong to the Black and brown community. I belong to the conservative Christian community. I belong to the urban community. I now live in a rural community. But I am not hesitant to live without fear. I am truly free.” Although the rate of spread of the virus has been declining, IDPH continues to report a steady stream of new cases each day. On May 6, the agency reported 1,778 new confirmed and probable cases over the previous 24 hours and 40 additional deaths. The preliminary seven-day statewide average case positivity rate for cases as a percent of tests performed stood at 3.0 percent, the lowest it has been since March 27. 395704

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The Chairs of the House and Senate Redistricting Committees are encouraging Illinois residents to provide additional input in the redistricting process by taking advantage of a new online map making portal to draw and submit proposed legislative boundaries before May 10. The online portal was established by the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus and the Illinois House Democratic Caucus to allow for greater public participation in redistricting, which occurs once every ten years to adjust legislative boundaries in response to population shifts. It is the first time in Illinois history the public has been able to go online to craft suggested maps, which will be reviewed as part of the public record. The Public Drawing Portal can be accessed at www.ilsenateredistricting.com and www.ilhousedems.com/redistricting. “We are working hard to ensure all voices are heard during this redistricting process. I encourage anyone who wishes to submit a proposed map to get their entries in sooner rather than later so there is ample time for them

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to be reviewed and considered,” said Sen. Omar Aquino, D-Chicago, Chair of the Senate Redistricting Committee. “This is a historic opportunity for residents across Illinois to have their voices heard.” The Public Drawing Portal builds on efforts by Democrats to seek public input on the map making process, including more than 40 hearings to gather information from stakeholders in all of Illinois’ 102 counties as the General Assembly works toward its constitutional deadline of June 30 to craft a fair map. “The House and Senate Redistricting Committees held public hearings across the state to give residents a chance to have their voices heard as the redistricting process begins,” said Rep. Elizabeth Hernandez, D-Cicero, Chair of the House Redistricting Committee. “We have received helpful input from residents on communities of interest and other considerations, and the Public Drawing Portal offers residents further opportunities to engage with the process like never before.”

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the clinical and ethical judgment of our medical staff. The professionals at Edward-Elmhurst Health and the care they provide represent some of the best healthcare available in our country. Elmhurst Hospital has received consecutive straight A’s for safety by the Leapfrog Group, an independent organization that reviews hospital safety, since the group begin evaluating U.S. hospitals in 2012. Only 26 other hospitals in the country enjoy the same honor. Elmhurst Hospital’s most recent rating from the federal government – 5 stars, awarded to only 13.5% of hospitals nationwide. And IBM Watson just released its list of the best hospitals in the country.

Elmhurst Hospital is not only on the list, but in the category of large hospitals, Elmhurst Hospital is ranked number one. Straight A’s, 5 stars, number one. Recognition for the quality and safety of care provided. Quality that protects patients and saves lives. Edward-Elmhurst Health has successfully treated more than 4,300 inpatients with COVID-19. To overturn the good judgement of these qualified and studied medical professionals represents a dangerous and concerning departure. Mary Lou Mastro System CEO Edward-Elmhurst Health

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REAL ID deadline extended to 2023

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is reminding the public that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended the federal REAL ID deadline to May 3, 2023. With the extended federal deadline of REAL ID, current Illinois driver’s licenses and ID cards will continue to be accepted at airports until May 3, 2023.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING AND PLANNING COMMISSION/ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS CASE NUMBER 21 P 08 Request for Amendment to the Official Comprehensive Plan, Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Elmhurst Zoning and Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at 7:00 p.m., in the Elmhurst City Hall, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, Illinois. The purpose of this hearing is to consider an amendment to the Official Comprehensive Plan for the City of Elmhurst, the amendment known as the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, as prepared by the City’s consultants, Civiltech and Active Transportation Alliance. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan has been updated and is available for public review. Reference copies of the updated Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan are on file with the Community Development Department at City Hall (209 North York Street) and is also available at: https://www.elmhurst.org/ DocumentCenter/View/17144/DRAFTBicycle-and-Pedestrian-Plan. The Plan is subject to review and recommendation by the Zoning & Planning Commission, and final action by the City Council. Due to Governor Pritzker’s Executive Order 2021-09, social distancing concerns, and recent changes to the Illinois Open Meetings Act, alternative public testimony options have been instituted. Information regarding these options can be obtained at Elmhurst.org/publichearing. If you have any questions please contact City Planner Eileen Franz at 630-530-3121. If you have any questions regarding this case, please contact the Community Development Department at 630-530-3121. NOTE: Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting, should contact Emily Wagner, ADA Compliance Officer, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., City of Elmhurst, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126, or call 630-530-8095 TDD, within a reasonable time before the meeting. Requests for a qualified interpreter require five (5) working days’ advance notice. Eileen Franz, City Planner (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 13, 2021) 395784 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING AND PLANNING COMMISSION/ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS CASE NUMBER 21 P 07 Request for a Conditional Use Permit and Variations for an Educational Institution Notice is hereby given that the Elmhurst Zoning and Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at 7:00 p.m., in the Elmhurst City Hall, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, Illinois. The purpose of this hearing is to consider a request by Shawn Benson of Wight & Company on behalf of Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 for a Conditional Use Permit and Variations for an educational institution at the property commonly known as 407 W. St. Charles Road, Elmhurst, Illinois for the purpose of renovating the structure and property to operate the District 205 Transitional Center.

“I applaud the decision by DHS to extend the REAL ID deadline to May 3, 2023–19 months past the old deadline of Oct. 1, 2021,” said White. “This is the proper and necessary action in response to the pandemic.” DHS cited that it extended the deadline due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the impact the virus is having on the general

public and driver’s license and ID card-issuing agencies nationwide. White, along with other state and business leaders from around the country, had called on DHS to extend the REAL ID deadline due to the pandemic. As a reminder, White has expanded online services and encourages the public to visit his office’s website at www.cyberdriveillinois.

com instead of visiting a Driver Services facility. Many transactions can be conducted online, including purchasing license plate stickers, obtaining duplicate driver’s licenses or ID cards, and renewing standard driver’s licenses or ID cards for those who are eligible. In addition, White has extended all driver’s license and ID card expiration dates until Aug 1.

LEGAL NOTICES Following is a legal description of the subject property: PARCEL 1 THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: STARTING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 39, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN AND THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD IN ELMHURST AND RUNNING THENCE WESTERLY ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF ST.CHARLES ROAD, 197.32 FEET TO A POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTHERLY ON A LINE PARALLEL WITH, AND 197.32 FEET (MEASURED ON THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD) OF THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 2, AFORESAID FOR A DISTANCE OF 395.35 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE RIGHT OF WAY OF ILLINOIS CENTRAL RAILROAD; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF RIGHT OF WAY OF SAID RAILROAD TO INTERSECTION THEREOF WITH A LINE 97 FEET EAST OF THE POINT OF BEGINNING, AFORESAID, (MEASURED ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD) AND PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 2, AFORESAID; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG SAID PARALLEL LINE TO THE INTERSECTION THEREOF WITH THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD, THENCE WESTERLY 97 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD TO THE POINT PLACE OF BEGINNING, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2 THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 78174 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on APRIL 13, 2021, wherein the business firm of HISNHERKICKS86 LOCATED AT 205 REGENCY DRIVE APT 102, BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108. was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) ELYSE OLANDER, HOME ADDRESS 205 REGENCY DRIVE APT 102, BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108.. NAME OF PERSON(S) GREGORY HALL, HOME ADDRESS 205 REGENCY DRIVE APT 102, BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 13TH day of APRIL, A.D. 2021. JEAN KACZMAREK Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 6, 13 & 20, 2021) 394838

DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 2 AND THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD, IN ELMHURST; RUNNING THENCE WESTERLY ON THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD, 100.32 FEET; THENCE NORTHERLY ON A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND 100.32 FEET, (AS MEASURED ON THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD), OF THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 2 TO THE SOUTH LINE OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF ILLINOIS CENTRAL RAILWAY; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF RIGHT OF WAY OF RAILROAD TO INTERSECTION WITH THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 2; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG SAID EAST LINE TO THE INTERSECTION WITH THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD (THE PLACE OF BEGINNING), IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 3 THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST

QUARTER OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 2 AND THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD, IN ELMHURST, AND RUNNING THENCE NORTH ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 2, 220.75 FEET TO A POINT WHICH IS 25.0 FEET, AS MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES, FROM CENTERLINE OF THE ILLINOIS CENTRAL GULF RAILROAD; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG A LINE WHICH IS PARALLEL WITH AND 35.00 FEET SOUTHWESTERLY OF, AS MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES, SAID CENTERLINE OF THE ILLINOIS CENTRAL GULF RAILROAD 331.37 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD; THENCE WESTERLY ON THE NORTH LINE OF ST. CHARLES ROAD 253.70 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PINs: 06-02-316-014, 06-02-316-015, 06-02-316-072

The common street address is 407 W. St. Charles Road, Elmhurst, IL. The subject properties are located within the R2 SingleFamily Residence District and R4 Limited General Residence District. Due to Governor Pritzker’s Executive Order 2021-09, social distancing concerns, and recent changes to the Illinois Open Meetings Act, alternative public testimony options have been instituted. Information regarding these options can be obtained at Elmhurst.org/publichearing. If you have any questions please contact City Planner Eileen Franz at 630-530-3121. If you have any questions regarding this case, please contact the Community Development Department at 630-5303121. NOTE: Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting, should contact Emily Wagner, ADA Compliance Officer, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., City of Elmhurst, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126, or call 630530-8095 TDD, within a reasonable time before the meeting. Requests for a qualified interpreter require five (5) working days’ advance notice. Eileen Franz, City Planner (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 13, 2021) 395785

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 78197 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on APRIL 23, 2021, wherein the business firm of HIDDEN TREASURES BOUTIQUE LOCATED AT 429 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE, ITASCA, IL 60143 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) BOBBI B. FRILOUX, HOME ADDRESS 429 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE, ITASCA, IL 60143. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 23RD day of APRIL, A.D. 2021. JEAN KACZMAREK Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 6, 13 & 20, 2021) 395205

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 78208 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on APRIL 28, 2021, wherein the business firm of CADENGO’S LANDSCAPE LOCATED AT 17W526 HICKORY AVENUE, ADDISON, IL 60101 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) HECTOR CADENGO, HOME ADDRESS 615 N. LUELO DRIVE APT B, ADDISON, IL 60101. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 28TH day of APRIL, A.D. 2021. JEAN KACZMAREK Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 6, 13 & 20, 2021) 395251

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 78214 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on APRIL 30, 2021, wherein the business firm of CALLIE AND CLAY LOCATED AT 190 S WOOD DALE, IL 60191 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) CALLIE THOMPSON, HOME ADDRESS 190 S WOOD DALE RD UNIT 303, WOOD DALE, IL 60191. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 30TH day of APRIL, A.D. 2021. JEAN KACZMAREK Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 13, 20 & 27, 2021) 395568

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 78198 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on APRIL 23, 2021, wherein the business firm of ALIENHOOD LOCATED AT 3230 ANDOVER DRIVE, AUROA, IL 60504 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) AARON CAGE, HOME ADDRESS 3230 ANDOVER DRIVE, AURORA, IL 60504. NAME OF PERSON(S) DUSTIN CAGE, HOME ADDRESS 3230 ANDOVER DRIVE, AURORA, IL 60504. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 23RD day of APRIL, A.D. 2021. JEAN KACZMAREK Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 6, 13 & 20, 2021) 395046

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 78220 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 3, 2021, wherein the business firm of GRACIE’S PETALS LOCATED AT 0N631 COURTNEY LANE, WINIFIELD, IL 60190 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) DOUGLAS KLATT, HOME ADDRESS 0N631 COURTNEY LANE, WINFIELD, IL 60190. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 3RD day of MAY, A.D. 2021. JEAN KACZMAREK Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 13, 20 & 27, 2021) 395565

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 78213 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on APRIL 30, 2021, wherein the business firm of BRUSSEL SPROUT BABES LOCATED AT 1314 WAKEMAN AVE., WHEATON, IL 60187 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) BROOKE RUSSELL, HOME ADDRESS 1314 WAKEMAN AVE., WHEATON, IL 60187. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 30TH day of APRIL, A.D. 2021. JEAN KACZMAREK Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 13, 20 & 27, 2021) 395578

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York softball team off to tremendous start Derkowski racks up high strikeout totals in pitching circle

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

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The Elmhurst Cougars 12U baseball team recently won the Game Day Turf War tournament title in downstate Rantoul. The Cougars defeated the Sluggers from Hamilton, Ohio, 6-3 in the championship game. Pictured, front row, from left: Coach Zak Devermann, Jack Nahumyk, Mason Hopkins, Donovan O’Connor, Gio Rangel, Coach Daryl O’Connor. Second row, from left: Coach Tim White, James White, Nick Mandra, Elliott Bastedo, Charlie Schwarz, Josh Landry, Coach Andy Hopkins. Not pictured: Joseph Lubbe, Grant Hickman, Dom Tomala, Coach Clint Hickman.

Elmhurst Cougars 12U baseball team wins Turf War title Team effort lifts squad to crown in Rantoul

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Elmhurst Cougars 12U baseball team hit the road to central Illinois and ended up hitting the jackpot. The Cougars won the Game Day Turf War tournament at the new Rantoul Sports Complex. Elmhurst defeated teams from Chicago, Danville and Cincinnati on its way to the title. The Cougars downed the Sluggers from Hamilton, Ohio 6-3 in the championship game. In the quarterfinals, Elmhurst defeated the Edgebrook Thunder 141. Nick Mandra had a double, triple, home run and five RBI to lead the way.

The Cougars then recorded a 9-0 victory in the semifinals over No. 1 seed Post 210 Junior Speakers from Danville. Mason Hopkins and Josh Landry each pitched two scoreless innings. Hopkins was 3-for-3 at the plate with three runs scored, while Landry drove in three runs. Elliott Bastedo had two hits, including an RBI double. In the final against Hamilton from the Cincinnati area, Cougars’ leadoff man Gio Rangel had three hits and three RBI. Chuck Schwarz had a huge RBI double off the wall in the second, which turned out to be the game-winning hit when Elmhurst never relinquished the lead. Jack Nahumyk reached base twice in the championship. He also recorded the save, pitching the final game of pool play. Nahumyk also turned in “some great at-bats and solid base hits,” Cougars coach Daryl O’Connor noted. Nahumyk had two hits in the semifinal game.

Donovan O’Connor reached base three times in the title game. James White scored a key insurance run in the final inning against Hamilton. Daryl O’Connor also was impressed with White’s pitching and hitting efforts in Rantoul. “James threw strikes and worked the counts when hitting like he always does,” he said. Overall, Nick Mandra struck out 19 hitters in the tournament, including 11 against Hamilton, while allowing zero earned runs over seven tournament innings. More specifically, Mandra fanned 19 of the 27 batters he faced in Rantoul. “Nick again looked like the most skilled/ talented player and MVP of the tournament,” O’Connor said. The Cougars played five games in a little over 24 hours with only nine players. Daryl O’Connor also directed praise to Bastedo and Nahumyk, who did the lion’s share of the catching. “That’s not easy with multiple games,” he said. “They did

a fine job and both came up with big hits when we needed them.” In addition to Mandra, Hopkins and Landry provided strong performances on the hill, O’Connor noted, while Donovan O’Connor was able to get on base when needed and played solid defense, the coach added. Landry had seven total RBI on the final day of the tournament. Additionally, Rangel had six hits on the final day of the tournament. O’Connor pointed out that the Cougars’ fourth through ninth hitters each scored a run in the title game. Elmhurst flashed its pitching depth on the Saturday of the tournament with all nine players toeing the rubber. In addition to the nine players in Rantoul, the team also features Joseph Lubbe, Grant Hickman and Don Tomala. The coaching staff includes O’Connor, Zak Devermann, Tim White, Andy Hopkins and Clint Hickman.

Simply put, the York softball team is on fire. The Dukes were 9-1 in their first 10 games of the season, which included a 6-1 mark in West Suburban Conference Silver Division action. As of late last week, York was on an eight-game winning streak and had outscored its 10 opponents 9419. A big part of the York success thus far has been University of Michigan signee Lauren Derkowski, who has been nearly un-hittable in the pitching circle. The senior standout already has struck out 18 batters in one game and fanned 17 in two other contests, plus she threw a no-hitter. Thus far, she’s 9-0 with 126 strikeouts in 57 innings pitched and has given up only one earned run and walked five batters. Derkowski has a 0.12 ERA and has allowed only 16 hits. Derkowski also was hitting .697 at the plate with five doubles, six home runs and 22 RBI —leading York in every major offensive statistical category. Senior Molly Loch was hitting .455 with three doubles, one homer and nine RBI through the first 10 games. Coach Brendan Holba pointed out Loch’s steal of home against Lyons Township in an early May contest provided York the needed cushion “in a tremendously pitched game on both sides,” he said. “Molly is one of our three captains, and while she is off to a hot start on the diamond, she is also one of the stronger leaders on the team.” Junior Emily Fujiwara was hitting .417 with five doubles, four home runs and 15 RBI. In the Lyons Township game Fujiwara homered in the second inning. “Her home run proved to be enough in that game,” Holba said. “Emily is another athlete who had some varsity experience as a freshman and has really risen to the occasion this year as a junior. She has cemented herself as a rock in the middle of our lineup.” Junior Lindsey Bingham was second on the team in total hits with 17 through 10 games and was hitting .436 with three doubles and 14 runs scored. “Lindsey would have been a starter on last year’s team as a sophomore, but the shutdown did not slow her progress as a softball

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York girls water polo team wins West Suburban Conference title

IC Catholic graduate Believed to be first Prep league title in program history; Dukes preparing for sectional Leslie headed to Le Moyne By Mike Miazga

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Jensen had it. reminded me of high school miss close knit ofLyons. a communikeyIt player. sevenhow goals against “Rose because it was a small school, and ty was,” she said.Giuliani “I knewsaid. everyGiuliani noted York’s JV team is itunbelievable,” “It in a smaller school you will know a body at the school. willseason be weird also followed the same path, was unfortunate thatItlast was lot more faces if I would haveat going on campus and but not Rose knowing beating Lyonsthan at home, losing lost due to COVID, will gone to a bigger school. The camfaces. I’ll miss those close Lyons and then defeating the Lions all be the a Division I player herself. She pus there is to really sits on with talented. the coaches in overtime also pretty. win theItWSC JV connections is unbelievably She and can a big hill and the scenery around it teachers. It will be weird for the is great. Everything is pretty close first year or so.” together. They have very nice facilLeslie said pandemic life hasn’t ities. The volleyball program has been overly exciting, though her good workout facilities and a nice club volleyball team has started locker room. I liked how modern it practicing again. “We have been was.” practicing two or three times a Leslie plans on studying nursing week,” she said. “We are going to at Le Moyne. “They have a good be starting tournaments again. BeBy Mikeprogram,” Miazga she said. “As far but dropped four seconds off their nursing fore haven’t beenweek.” doing anytimethat fromI the previous CORRESPONDENT as what kind of a nurse I want to thing because senior soccer season be,The I’m Timothy not quiteChristian sure yet.”girls track and the club volleyball season were team recently a tri meet with Timothy Christian boys track Leslie playedwon volleyball and girls cancelled. We were supposed go The Timothy Christian boystotrack Westmont and IC Catholic Prep. soccer at IC Catholic Prep all four to a few club volleyball qualifiers team won its last two Metro Suburban The Trojans edged Westmont years. She was a center-midfielder in Grand Rapids and Louisville. 59-58 and IC Catholic Prep had 49 Conference triangular meets against on the Knights soccer team. This summer, have some tourWestmont andweChicago Christian points. Leslie’s volleyball journey naments planned over the next few “We in arethe offfifth to agrade, great start this and against Aurora Christian and St. started the first weekends. Francis. They are little tournayear,” Timothy coach Kevin Hackert year she could play the sport at IC ments with all of the local has clubs. Freshman Caleb Hoekstra run said. “We are a fairly young team that Grade School. She’s been play- Nothing really local. 100, and 23.7 in the 200 and is still getting in shape and learning 11.7 in thelarge ing club volleyball since seventh Other than have been thethat, 400. ISenior Jerardtrying Starr to race, but we see great things in the 54.4 in grade, most recently with the Chi- to work out42.2 a lotinand shape. has gone thestay 300in hurdles, near future for these girls.” cago Elite group that practices out I’ve been running a lot,Lemkuil so I got into junior Ethan has Katelyn Leonard won the 800 with while of Scores in Willow Springs and that. I try in andtherun every day.” Tyce run 2:16 800. Freshman a time of 2:34.5. Hannah Schuringa Montini High jump School in aLombard. Leslie has saidclocked she is ascheduled to 5:21.9 in the won the triple with 9.15-meter Plaisier “I’mEmily reallySlovey excited able Le gone Moyne in the12Aug. 121,600 toand under minutes mark. wontothebe shot put report to playand volleyball in college,” but atnoted preseason in timeframe, the 3,200 run 11:59.4. Junior (9.19) discus (20.10) events.she 15 said. “It gives me gave something do. volleyball activitieshas already Grayson Haywood a high have mark Hackert also high to marks to the Timothy 1,600 relay team of of 18-7 in the long jump. “We have had success in all our Cailey Schuurmann, Jenny Lemkes, (Continuedwho fromrelays page 18) using various combinations Paige Hoving and Leonard, involving thanI’m20a little different finished first to at 4:33.5. “I was very They lost West Chicago on huge rah-rahmore person. bit athletes,” Trojans coach John proud of our 4-by-400 team,” he I think an own goal in the last five more of an individual players’ Vander coach. pointed said. “They only won the minutes. Thatnotwas against the event, state IKamp will pull kids out. to the side at practice CORRESPONDENT

shoot from anywhere. She’s very fast and impressive as a 16-yearold girl. She has a bright future, for sure.” Giuliani also had high praise for goalie Grace Walker and I’m really center defender Grace Callen. “Grace (Callen) has shown strong excitedandtohasbea able leadership strong arm. She’s a great kid,” Giuliani to play volleyballsaid. in Giuliani said his team wasted no time getting after once restrictions college. It itgives me from the pandemic abated. “A big something to they do.jumped I key has been the way right from COVID and quarantine feel likelearning I would beinto and remote right back playing a competitive team sport,” bored without heso said. “They have done a really nice job of working together it because it has as a team. We have two standouts with Emma and such Rose, butathebig whole team been has done a nice job. Everybody part my has theirof part on life.” the team. It is important when you have Leslie a couple – Bella of standout girls that the rest of the team is aware they are leading the charge, but there five other been cancelled dueare to still the pandemgirls“I inwill the probably water with themAug. and ic. leave other girls on the supporting 10-11 because it’sbench a far drive,” them. Our practices havecall beenwith fun she said. “We had Zoom the team recently and they said they should have an answer about our season in the next 7-10 days. They talked about three scenarios and what could happen like if we start the season and someone gets sick and we have to stop and go. That’s one of the reasons why they are looking at moving the season to Timothy Christian the spring. Right now the plan is to girls soccer have a season, but we won’t know The Trojans girls soccer team until the next 7-10 days.” was 6-1 overall and 4-1 in Metro But if all systems are a go, LesSuburban Conference play through lie can’t wait to take her skills as late last week. a libero to the next level with the Senior Emma Carter was leading Dolphins. “I feel like being libethe team with nine goals anda seven ro you have to be really quick assists. Sophomore Maddie Dryeand had that is typically am good at. seven goals andwhat two I assists, while Isophomore have really good reaction time,” Angie Tornabene had five she said. “I two like diving the floor goals and assists.onSophomore and saving balls. It’s a really good Miliana Martens had five goals and feeling when you make a save. The one assist. Freshman Hope Huizenga position my and personality, too. had fourfitsgoals three assists. You have to be the loudest one on Angel Burke was 5-1 in goal with the court. I have a loud personality. four shutouts, a 0.59 goals-against You haveand to abe pretty if you average .869 save loud percentage. want to be a libero. I think I match that description.” Timothy Christian baseball The Timothy Christian baseball team was 7-6 overall through its first 13 games. Junior infielder/catcher Fletcher Roemmichand had a 1.125 onble and transparent communicate base everybody.” plus slugging percentage (1.125) with toAs go far with doubles,Stopka a triple, one asfive the future, wants York competing at a high level on a consistent basis. “The short-term goal is to restock and build up the team,” he said. largesophomores portion of out. “We have“Afour last team was espewhoyear’s are starting theirseniors, high school cially starting 11.onWe to softballtheexperience thehave varsity make the now are upwho to level, sure and manyjuniors juniors the speedthe of development the varsity level missed thatand theare JV ready contribute. to keep level to provides due We to want last season’s that pipelineHowever, going witheveryone the younger shutdown. has groups players. We wantthetoneeded make workedofvery hard to make sure we are nottoonly competitive, adjustments compete and but put that are competing regionus inwe a position to win. for In practice, als, sectionals we always endand withsupersectionals. a competition Itofstarts me with class someforsort, and this this junior has helped that is coming in. Weedge want develop a competitive thatthem may ready to go and setting thestart standard not have been there at the due to for other classes that come in ourthese lack of varsity experience at the so they canofalso right off beginning the contribute year.”

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We had a great opportunity and won the conference title and now we are getting ready for sectionals.”

– Mark Giuliani York water polo coach

and productive. They are happy to be able to play with last year getting taken away.” Giuliani added this year’s team has some added motivation. “Last season was definitely the best team I have had here and it hurts to think what could have been,” he said. “We had very good players. I am biased, but I think we could have competed for a state title and made a deep run. Rose as a freshman had four goals in our only game against Morton. That was our first varsity year. Emma was a junior last year

and was already amazing and we had a couple big-time seniors. It would have been special. What is worth noting is everybody knows that. This is Emma’s last year and we know last year was taken from us. These girls have put in the work to make some noise and to make up for last year’s what-if.” York has a No. 2 sectional seed behind Maine West in the upcoming state playoffs. This year, there are no host sites. The higher-seeded team will host all games leading up to the state finals, which have moved to Fenwick High School in Oak Park to comply with the IDPH 30-mile traveling rule coming out of the pandemic. “We are excited,” the coach said. “We’re excited how the Lyons Township game went. We had a great opportunity and won the conference title and now we are getting ready for sectionals. That’s what matters and we’re excited to have the opportunity to play.” York has not advanced to the state finals since 2003 under then coach David Rafferty-Flatter.

Timothy Christian girls track team wins tri meet Carter leading strong Trojans girls soccer team in scoring

champs in the sectional finals. That’s and games and teach them.” a hell of a season if you ask me.” Stopka noted York has been doing Stopka will teach Spanish at York. from conditioning (Continued page 20) drills and said the plan He taughtHolba Spanish and one of get earlier week We was certainly to start they twolast strikes. player,” pointed out.math class as at St. Pat’s. “MyMariann philosophy is I who am summer camp pending District have things to clean up as hitters,205 but Sophomore Blass, more of a players’ coach,”basketball he said. approval. we are off“Itohave a hotprobably start.” been able also played on the varsity “I havethis beenyear, a bigisLiverpool soccer to meet to 70has percent the playAnd 60 Holba seenofplenty he team York’s starting supporter 2015 when Jur- ers far,”thus he said. “If it does get“This aphassoliked far defensively. shortstop ever and since was hitting .583 with gen cametwo overhomers and he’sand known that wouldworks be the to start of our group constantly make the twoKlopp doubles, nine proved as a players’ coach. He’s kind my contact dayshe with four daysfocus a week next play,” said. “They on RBI. “Mariann brought thatofsame coaching idol. I wanton to the related to the for three And game even doing theweeks little straight. things every energy and intensity basketball players form bondsHolba with said. them. though thebest IHSA waived the blackto be the at their position every court toand the diamond,” I am more light-hearted andDukes’ smil- out dates before the school year, we night.” Holba said a key to the ing. I like tosuccess have funhas and joke take advantage of that. I’m A good mix of veterans and offensive beenwith its won’t the kids. The is “Our understanding sureplayers families planstotobedoa younger hashave proven approach at thegoal plate. approach pretty where eachfantastic player can be successful school the recipe before for success thusstarts. far forI’m York. has been to start,” he said. things and thehitters providehave the best way possible guy have and I’m not going say some great tosenior “The bought into our new“We to convey the they need can’t gobutwith yourstart family. Go leadership, at the we were philosophy of knowledge being aggressive early you atinthe theythen play.battling I am notwhen big do it and enjoy it. This Holba is a crazy and very inexperienced,” pointed theposition count and

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Donald Tober had a .913 OPS and a .417 batting average. On the mound, Tober had a 2.14 ERA with 22 strikeouts in 16 1/3 innings, while Jones had Tober’s CHRIS FOX PHOTO Elmhurst identical stats with 16 Independent 1/3 innings pitched, 22 strikeouts and a 2.14 ERA. Jacob Friend had a 3.28 ERA with 18a strikeouts in 10 1/3 innings during recent U12 baseball pitched.

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homer and 11 RBI. Senior outfielder CJ James had a 1.111 OPS with four doubles and two homers. Freshman infielder-pitcher Casey Folkerts had a 1.005 OPS with five doubles, a triple, 12 RBI and 18 runs scored. Senior shortstop-pitcher Ben Jones had a .907 OPS with four doubles, two Anthony triples andBucolo 16 runs fires scored, a while pitch sophomore catcher-pitcher-infielder game.

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Barr was the recipient of theto2019-2020 York Val Cothern Township 17-16 at home win the West Suburban junior female athlete of what the year award. Barr overfirst the Conference title for is believed towent be the 1,000-career kill threshold last fall for the Dukes girls volleytime in program history. ball team and still has a season to add to that total.

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York boys volleyball beats Willowbrook

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Senior David Tith

Junior Jake Reishus

On Tuesday, May 4, the York boys volleyball team played a match at Willowbrook (the Warriors) in Villa Park. York defeated Willowbrook 25-14, 25-12. The win gave York a season record of 3-4. York improved to 4-4 with a 25-12, 25-10 win at Proviso West on May 6. Pictured above is senior Jacob Wodarczyk.

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dents: Michael De Jager is studying Aviation Maintenance; Holly Doherty is studying Early Childhood Special Education; Angela Gagliano is studying History; Eric Grunst is studying Accounting; Kevin Haller is studying Aviation Flight Technology; Madeline Levins is studying Business Administration; Gillian O’Hara is studying Nursing; and, Alexandra Schmitz is studying Elementary Education. • Birgitte Kammerdiener of Elmhurst has been named to Dean’s List at Youngstown State University for Fall Semester 2020. Kammerdiener is majoring in Nursing at YSU. • More than 1,000 students have been named to the Carthage College dean’s list for the fall 2020 semester. Among them are the following Elmhurst residents: Morgan Taylor, Jordan Cimmarusti, John Goehl and Troy Siranovic. • Nearly 6,800 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have been named to the Deans’ List for the fall semester of the 2020-21 academic year. They include the following Elmhurst students: Megan Elizabeth Boyle, senior, Dean’s List, College of Business, finance and management; Nicole Alexandra Geib, sophomore, Dean’s List, Hixson-Lied College of Fine

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(Continued from page 16) and Performing Arts, graphic design; Noelle Frances Pedote, sophomore, Dean’s List, College of Arts and Sciences, sociology and communication studies; Brennan Sanders, senior, Dean’s List, College of Engineering, mechanical engineering; and, Mia Venessa Spedale, junior, Dean’s List, College of Journalism and Mass Communications, advertising and public relations. • Michael Sullivan and Sara Krissinger, both Elmhurst residents, have been named to the President’s list recognizing academic excellence at Miami University. Only students who are ranked in the top three percent of undergraduate students within each division are eligible for the President’s list. • The following students from Elmhurst were named to the Dean’s list at Miami University: Alex Danciutiu, Cristina Gamboa, Dan Pierotti, Eileen O’Donnell, Maddie Welz, Maggie Jacobson, Mary Brynn Rosenstein, Quinn Hughes, Ruby Schwan, Siena Pinkerton and Sydney Bonthron. • Isabella Leslie, a First-Year Nursing major from Elmhurst, has been named to the Le Moyne College Fall 2020 Dean’s List. Le Moyne is located in Syracuse, NY. • Elmhurst resident Emma Kern

is one of more than 1,100 Canisius College students named to the fall 2020 Dean’s List or Merit List. Kern is a member of the Canisius Class of 2024 and pursuing a degree in Animal Behavior Ecology Conservation, which is housed in the College of Arts & Sciences. Canisius College is located in Buffalo, NY. • Stanley Xavier has been named to the Fall 2020 Dean’s List at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. Xavier, of Elmhurst, is studying to be a Doctor of Physical Therapy.

• Illinois Wesleyan University’s Dean’s List for the fall semester of the 2020-21 academic year consisted of 771 students including the following from Elmhurst: Aidan Frank, a freshman majoring in Acting; Riley Haug, a sophomore majoring in Elementary Education; May Mann, a junior majoring in Mathematics; and, Andrea Zulawski, a sophomore majoring in Elementary Education. • Augustana College announced more than 1,100 students were named to the Dean’s List for the 2020-21

fall semester. Among them were the following residents of Elmhurst: Brianna Bryant, who is majoring in Psychology; Adrianna DeCicco, whose major is undecided; Jenna Dvorak, Graphic Design; Hannah Johnson, whose major is undecided; Laura Keenan, Communication Studies; Alyssa Luczynski, Psychology; William Sikich, Creative Writing; Stephanie Stramel, Sociology; Mackenzie Sullivan, Communication Studies; Anna Triska, Elementary Education; and Brianna Zientara, Biochemistry.

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First Communion time

During the week of April 26, second grade students at IC Grade School, like this one in Ms. Pavese’s class, were busy designing the banners that will hang in the Chapel during First Holy Communion Masses. Because of the pandemic, there were four First Communion Masses as opposed to the usual two to allow for social distancing. 395538

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