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City to host commemoration of 9/11 on 15th anniversary The City of Elmhurst will hold a special 15th Anniversary 9-11 Ceremony to commemorate those who lost their lives on that tragic day. The ceremony will be held at the “Elmhurst Remembers 9-11” memorial located at Wild Meadows Trace on Spring Road (near the Gazebo) on Sunday, Sept. 11 from 8-9:30 a.m. The ceremony will begin with the presentation of colors by the Elmhurst Honor Guard, opening remarks by the mayor followed by representatives from the military, Elmhurst Fire Department and Elmhurst Police Department. A moment of silent reflection will be held at 8:46 and 9:02 a.m. proceeded by a reading of names of public safety officers who

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lost their lives trying to save others. The ceremony will also include the unveiling of an artifact from the World Trade Center that was given to the Elmhurst Fire Department by the New York and New Jersey Port Authority. The artifact, a piece of the tracks from the subway that was located on the underground level of the Twin Towers, will be on display at the ceremony. The City of Elmhurst will announce where the permanent memorial site of the artifact will remain in the near future. Distinguished guests, musicians and local veterans will also be in attendance. The public is urged to attend.

Tickets still available for American Legion’s Military Ball on Saturday Elegant military display will include Congressional Medal recipient By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

The Elmhurst American Legion THB Post 187 is making the final preparations for its Community Military Ball taking place on Saturday, Sept. 10 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Post at 310 W. Butterfield Road in Elmhurst. The event will showcase military tradition and pageantry and will include a formal dinner and dancing. A short address by Congressional Medal of Honor recipient

Allen James Lynch will highlight the formal part of the evening. Entertainment at cocktail hour and dinner will be provided by the Elmhurst College Jazz Combo as well as the String Quartet. After dinner, guests can dance to the sounds of the Elmhurst College Jazz Band. Besides fundraising, the purpose of the event is to raise awareness of the Post, which provides many important services for our veterans and active military personnel. Among many other services provided by the Legion are assistance for veterans and their families with VA benefits paperwork, community color guard services, color guard training, college scholarships for members of the

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Roy King, Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Elmhurst Walk In Assistance Network (AND a judge in the competition), holds up what looks like a tasty batch of ribs, hot off the grill at ‘Cue for a Cause, held Sunday, Sept. 4 in the lot behind the Knights of Columbus. Now in its second year, the event drew 19 competitors, requiring two teams of judges. More photos inside. PAUL DELGUIDICE PHOTO Elmhurst Independent

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TranzAct Technologies gathers food for pantry By Dee Longfellow FOR THE INDEPENDENT

Elmhurst-based logistics company TranzAct Technologies recently concluded its third annual Crosstown Classic Food Drive, a month-long effort to support the York Township Food Pantry that

coincides with the Major League Baseball series between the Chicago Cubs and the White Sox. For 30 days, employees aligned themselves with the north-siders or south-siders and donated food and other items of need. Hundreds of donations were collected and

City Centre ready to ‘Rock The Block’ Downtown fest begins Friday at 4 p.m.

Elmhurst City Centre will host its annual Rock The Block Party this coming weekend of Friday & Saturday, Sept. 9-10. Send summer off in style by joining your friends and neighbors in downtown Elmhurst for this annual festival of food, drinks, musical entertainment and much more. There will be food offered by 15 different City Centre establishments plus cold beer and wine for the 21+ crowd. The entertainment line-up is as

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follows: Friday, Sept. 9 4 p.m. – Valentine Bennett 5 p.m. – Erik Donner 6 p.m. – Top Shelf Lickers 7 p.m. – The Waiting Game 8:45 p.m. – HEADLINERS: Lucky Boys Confusion Saturday, Sept. 10 11-5 p.m. – Family Fun Zone 11 a.m. – School of Rock 2 p.m. – American English 4:45 p.m. – Run Forrest Run 6:30 p.m. – ARRA 8:45 p.m. – HEADLINERS: Sixteen Candles The event is free to attend (food and beverages will be available for purchase). For more details, visit elmhurstcitycentre.com.

(Continued from front page) community, and an annual Thanks- the public. In addition to the short giving Day meal for naval recruits in formal program, attendees arriving basic training. before 6:30 p.m. will get to expeElmhurst resident Bill Shanklin is rience a formal military receiving playing a big role in the organizing line, including the opportunity to the event and promises a first class meet Medal of Honor recipient Alevening for all who attend. len Lynch. The formal dinner will “We hope to expose attendees to include both prime rib and salmon some military tradition they would and the event will feature an open normally not get to experience,” bar. he said. “Tickets for the formal/ “I personally am looking forward semi-formal event are available to to dancing to the sounds of the Elm-

“went into extra innings” when one of TranzAct’s clients heard what was happening. Idahoan Foods dothose on the “Cubs” team won by nated 9,520 pouches of food to the 21 items—a very close contest! cause—so much that it had to go diLeading the charge for the Cubs rectly to the Northern Illinois Food delegation was TranzAct’s EDI Department including Len Turnbull, Joe Robertson, Chris Labuda, and Kris Kern. The real winners were those served by the food pantry, of course. This year’s food drive actually

Knights of Columbus to host Oktoberfest Join the Knights of Columbus on Saturday, Sep. 17 to celebrate Oktoberfest at the KC Hall at 537 So. York St. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., lunch will be served including brats, chips and beer while we enjoy college sports. The party officially starts at 5 p.m. and food will be served beginning at 6 p.m. Tickets are $20 for two brats, two sides, beer and dessert. Tickets are available at elmhurstkofc.org. After dinner, guests are invited to dance to the sounds of the Elmhurst College Jazz Band, beginning at 7 p.m. The event is partly sponsored by Usinger’s Sausage and by Samuel Adams Oktoberfest beer. For more information, visit elmhurstkofc.org.

hurst College Jazz Band after dinner. And I have a few surprises up my sleeve that will be sure to entertain all in attendance.” Tickets are $125 each or $1000 for a table of ten. There will be free valet parking that evening. For tickets and information, or to be a sponsor, contact Bill Shanklin at (708) 267-3987 or bills@champion-container.com.

Lebanese Festival opens Friday Sept. 9

The 9th Annual Lebanese Food and Music Festival will take place at Our Lady of Lebanon Catholic Church in Lombard on Friday, Sept. 9 from 5-11 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 10 from 2-11 p.m. The church is located at 950 No. Grace, one-half block north of North Ave. in Lombard. The two-day Festival will include all kinds of homemade Lebanese cuisine including hummus, falafel, tabouli, vegetarian stuffed grape leaves, spinach pies, Shawerma chicken and beef, imported beers and wine, an assortment of Lebanese sweets and much more. Live musical entertainment will feature the famous Lebanese singer Miochel Azzi as well as traditional folk dancing performed by Our Lady of Lebanon Troupe. There will be a variety of games for children, too.   Parking is free. Admission is $3 per adult. Children accompanied by an adult are free. NOTE: Outside beverages and food are prohibited. For more information, call 630932-9640 or visit ollchicago. org.

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Mayor, Council appoint Public invited to new fire chief at Sept. 6 discuss Plunkett Park City Council Meeting playground updates According to a release issued by the City of Elmhurst, Mayor Steve Morley was scheduled to appoint Thomas K. Freeman as the City of Elmhurst’s new fire chief at a City Council meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 6. Freeman comes to Elmhurst after serving as the fire chief for the Lisle-Woodridge Fire District for 22 years. He also worked as a firefighter for the Village of Evergreen Park where he was promoted to several positions, and eventually became Assistant Fire Chief. Along with more than 44 years of experience in firefighting, Freeman holds a Masters in Public Administration from Northern Illinois University. Among his many certifications and memberships, he is an active member of the DuPage County Emergency THOMAS K. & Crisis Management Team. FREEMAN “Tom is highly experienced for this position and will bring a wealth of talent to the City of Elmhurst,” said Mayor Steve Morley. “I know that he will play an integral part in providing the very best in class safety services to our residents.” Freeman is charged with leading the Elmhurst Fire Department operations while managing fire control and prevention, overseeing enforcement of municipal fire codes, and coordinating fire safety community outreach programs. “The City of Elmhurst and its Fire Department are highly regarded and respected,” Freeman said. “There is a long and proud history within the organization, and I am honored to have been selected to bring my experience in this profession to the department, the city and its residents.” Chief Freeman will assume his role as the City of Elmhurst Fire Chief on Oct. 10, 2016.

Park District to host two open meetings at The Abbey By Dee Longfellow

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It’s the fall season and Elmhurst Park District is looking to the future. The Plunkett Park playground, located at West Avenue and Utley, directly north of Courts Plus, is scheduled to be replaced during the summer of 2017 and Park officials are seeking input from local residents. On Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 7 p.m., there will be a public meeting for anyone who has an interest in the planned improvements and replacement of the playground. It will be held at The Abbey, 407 W. St. Charles Rd., just west of York High School. The playground replacement is part of the District’s capital plan-

ning efforts. Nearly every year, one of the District’s 18 playgrounds is placed in the budget for renovation, providing an 18-20 year lifecycle for each playground. The information gathered at the first meeting will be used to prepare a preliminary master plan for the playground, which will then be presented at a second public meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 9. Following the November meeting, a final plan will be developed and presented to the Park Board for review and approval. Those in attendance will be entered in a raffle for a free Elmhurst Park District summer 2017 punch card (20 swims), which provides free entrance to East End Pool, Smalley Pool, and The Hub Splash Pad. Children are welcome to attend the public meeting, but must be supervised by an adult at all times. If you are unable to attend, but wish to contribute your ideas, contact Miranda Lovato, Landscape Architect at 630-993-8939 or mlovato@epd.org.

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The tentative budget for Elmhurst School District 205 includes the addition of 20.3 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) certified positions; 13.3 instructional coaching positions and 7.1 additional teachers due to enrollment increases, and one new as-

sistant principal to be split between Hawthorne and Lincoln Schools, Superintendent David Moyer said. Reductions include 2.4 Special Education assistants and one District curriculum coordinator. The Board of Education will hold a public hearing on September 27 at 7:30 p.m. Chris Whelton, assistant superintendent of finance, indicated that as the administration gathers more information, there will be some adjustments to the budget before final approval. The state of Illinois requires each school district to develop a tentative annual budget to be placed on public display to members of the

community. Tentative revenues are expected to be $114,847,620 and tentative expenditures are projected to be $114,654,438 for a net budgeted annual surplus of $193,182. At the conclusion of budget year 2017, fund balances for the operating funds are anticipated to be 44.92 percent based on the tentative report. The reserves will provide some cushion, considering the uncertainty of funding from the state of Illinois, Whelton stated. Jim Collins and John McDonough asked about the status of funds generated from the City’s Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts #1 and #4.

District 205 and the City have an intergovernmental agreement related to TIF #1 (downtown Elmhurst) which provides a surplus distribution of $1.3 million. Conrad Fischer and Churchville schools are both located in TIF #4 (North York Street). Therefore, if TIF #4 funds become available (created through increases in Equalized Assessed Valuation, EAV) , those funds can pay for maintenance projects at the two schools located with the TIF #4 boundaries. Moyer stated that there were currently no surplus funds in TIF #4.

Evangelical Catholic Church to relocate in Elmhurst Community invited to First Mass on Sept. 11 at 1 p.m. By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

Last week, the Independent learned that a church currently located in Chicago is in the process of moving into a new location right here in Elmhurst. The Evangelical Catholic Diocese of the Northwest told the Independent they have signed a lease with the Masonic Lodge of Elmhurst lo-

cated at 159 West North Avenue to relocate their Church of the Holy Family from Chicago to Elmhurst with its first Mass scheduled to be celebrated on Sunday, Sept. 11 at 1 p.m. “Holy Family Mission was first created 20 years ago in Chicago to provide sacramental and pastoral care to people,” said William R. Morton, director of media and communication for the Diocese. “Our goal is to provide pastoral care for those who have been sacramentally marginalized and who have reached out and come back to the Catholic Church. Several families and individuals in the western suburbs have come to the Evangelical Catholic Church because they are made to feel welcome, resulting from the pastoral and sacramental reforms of

the Church.” Asked what those reforms were, Morton explained that under the Evangelical Catholic Diocese, women can enter the ministry and at some levels, men can marry. Among its missions, veterans are at the top of the list. The church has been and hopes to continue serving veterans in any way possible, from providing them a meal to helping them build a house. “We are involved in many projects to help people who are struggling,” Morton said. “We especially try to help our veterans who are homeless.” The Church had been thinking about making a move to the western suburbs, when the opportunity to rent the Elmhurst Masonic Lodge came to their attention.

“Thus, the Church and the diocese believed that the opportunity was now before them to bring the Church closer to the people in need,” Morton said. “The continuing pastoral team providing pastoral and sacramental care through the mission will be the Very Reverend Canon Peter Julian McGechie and Bishop James Alan Wilkowski.” Parish information can be found at diocesenw.org/chf.htm Canon Peter Julian and Bishop Wilkowski extends a open door invitation to celebrate Mass with them, on Sunday, September 11 beginning at 1 p.m. The Elmhurst Police and Fire Departments have been asked to send a truck, an ambulance, or other vehicle to be blessed as part of the First Mass.

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The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. 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.

hicle on a sidewalk, Rogers was found to be DUI. He was charged with DUI, open alcohol and improper lane usage

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Battery Aug. 25 A juvenile complainant in the 800 block of N. Wilson told police that a woman’s juvenile son had hurt the complainant’s arm after being pushed off his bike. The juvenile then stated that a verbal argument turned physical when the group of juveniles started to push each other. All juveniles were found to be mutual combatants and were released to their parents. No complaints were signed.

DUI, DUI-drugs, illegal consumption or possession of alcohol by a minor, illegal transportation or possession of open alcohol Aug. 28 • Kenneth Heraty, 18, of Elmhurst, was arrested in the 100 block of S. Route 83 at around 7:43 p.m. Police said that subsequent to a call for a possible DUI crash, Heraty was located and admitted to smoking cannabis earlier in the day. He was charged with DUIdrugs, and issued a citation for possession of drug paraphernalia. • Samantha Jimenez-Ramos, 26, of Chicago, was arrested near Lake and Route 83 at around

CALL 800-222-TIPS 2:26 a.m. Police said that subsequent to a traffic accident, Jimenez-Ramos was found to be DUI. She was charged with DUI, obstructing identification, no valid driver’s license, no insurance, improper lane usage and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. • Brandon Muniz-Piorer, 33, of Chicago, was arrested near York and North at around 12:27 a.m. and charged with DUI and disobeying a traffic signal following a traffic stop. Aug. 25 • Jessica Arl, 22, of Carol Stream, was arrested near North and York at around 1:29 a.m. and charged with DUI, improper lane usage and failure to signal following a traffic stop. • Emilio Diaz-Moreno, 46, of Villa Park, was arrested near North and Route 83 at around 11:12 p.m. and charged with DUI, improper lane usage and no valid driver’s license following a traffic stop. • Miguel Flores, 48, of Villa Park, was arrested near Route 83 and St. Charles at around 9:20 p.m. and charged with DUI, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and no insurance following an accident. • Nathan Rogers, 21, of Elmhurst, was arrested near St. Charles and Prospect at around 1:01 a.m. Police said that subsequent to a ve-

Aug. 25 A victim in the 100 block of Maple told police he has been receiving threatening text messages and voicemails from unknown suspects. One of the voicemails was from a suspect who threatened the victim many times. An officer made contact with the suspect who stated he did not mean what he said and will no longer contact the victim.

Possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia Aug. 26 • Darius Rice, 26, of Maywood, was issued a citation by police for possession of drug paraphernalia and no rear plate light near Route 83 and Second at around 2:26 a.m. following a traffic stop. • Elvira Ruiz, 19, of Chicago, and a juvenile suspect were issued citations by police near North and Berteau at around 12:18 a.m. Police said that while conducting a seat belt enforcement zone, Ruiz was found to be in possession of cannabis and the juvenile was not wearing a seat belt. Ruiz was cited for possession of cannabis. • Two unnamed suspects were issued citations by police near Vallette and Arlington at around 5:50 p.m. Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop, an officer observed the passenger attempting to hide something between the seat. The officer located cannabis, alcohol and a small glass jar, according to police. Suspect #1 was cited for speeding and illegal possession of alcohol by a minor. Suspect #2 was

More crime news Three youth found intoxicated Police find woman, 21, at York football game lying on York St. sidewalk A fourth drunk subject required transport to hospital

On Aug. 26, police said a suspect was located by school staff at a York High School football game at around 8:59 p.m. and found to be intoxicated. According to police, the suspect began to vomit and pass out while speaking to an officer. Medics were called on scene and the suspect was transported to Elmhurst Hospital. Charges are pending. At 8:17 p.m., police said a juvenile suspect was found to be intoxicated on school grounds, and was cited for consumption of alcohol by a minor, then released to his parents. At 9:04 p.m., police said a juvenile suspect was found to be intoxicated at the football game and was released pending charges to his parents. At 9:30 p.m., police said a juvenile suspect was drinking on school grounds at the football game. His mother was contacted and he was released to her at the scene. Charges are pending.

Laptop stolen from unlocked car during York game

On Aug. 26 at around 10:49 p.m., a victim told police that while parked on the 200 block of Berkley during the York High School football game, an unknown suspect(s) had entered her unlocked vehicle and removed her backpack containing a black laptop computer. The victim’s backpack was later recovered, but the laptop was still missing. An investigation is pending.

On Aug. 28, Ashley Haro, 21, of Wheaton, was cited by police for disorderly conduct-public intoxication in the 100 block of S. York Road at around 12:34 a.m. Police said Haro was observed lying on the sidewalk and was highly intoxicated.

Woman, 18, and juvenile ‘highly intoxicated,’ police say

Also on Aug. 28, Jennifer Hernandez, 18, of Addison, and a juvenile suspect were arrested near St. Charles and Argyle at around 6:19 p.m. Police said that subsequent to a call for suspicious circumstances, the suspects were located and found to be highly intoxicated. They provided an officer with false birthdates and were subsequently placed under arrest, according to police. Hernandez was charged with unlawful consumption of alcohol by minor and obstructing identification. The juvenile was charged for consumption of alcohol by a minor and disorderly conduct-obstructing a police officer. Both suspects were released on bond to their mother.

Anonymous letter claims neighbor is poisoning pets

In a report of suspicious circumstances, police said that on Aug. 25, Elmhurst residents near the area of Utley and Sunnyside told police they received an anonymous letter stating that a resident in the 100 block of Sunnyside had been poisoning animals in her backyard. An investigation is pending.

cited for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.

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Aug. 28 A victim in the 300 block of W. Van Buren told police that an unknown suspect(s) had removed two vases from in front of her house. Aug. 26 • A complainant at a store in the 300 block of S. Route 83 told police that an unknown suspect had taken a power adapter and a men’s wallet without paying. The suspect was reportedly seen on camera exiting the store and getting into a silver vehicle. The suspect was last seen headed west through the parking lot. The case is pending investigation. • A victim in the 500 block of N. Indiana told police that an unknown suspect(s) gained access to his bank credit card and attempted to open a Metro PCS account in Chicago. The bank has since cancelled the card. Aug. 25 • The manager of a landscaping business in the 800 block of Route 83 told police that the suspects owe an unspecified amount of cash for services they provided to their company. Suspect provided a check that was not sufficient funds and the account closed. The case is pending investigation. • An officer located a brand new TV in a department store shopping cart that was in the parking lot of a food store in the 200 block of S. Route 83 at around 7:40 p.m. It was later verified that the TV had been removed from the store by an unknown suspect.

State proclaims September 11 -17 Illinois Rail Safety Week The Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police has asked that the Governor of the State of Illinois declare September 11 to 17 as Illinois Rail Safety Week in order to promote vehicle and pedestrian safety around railroad tracks and trains. On May 24, Governor Bruce Rauner issued a proclamation and the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police is coordinating the third, statewide Illinois Rail Safety Week. In Illinois during 2015, there were 140 crossing collisions involving motor vehicles, which resulted in 79 injuries and 24 fatalities. In addition, there were 41 trespasser incidents that resulted in 18 injuries and 23 fatalities when people trespassed onto railroad property. During 2015, Illinois ranked 3rd in the nation in vehicle collision fatalities and 5th in the nation in trespasser fatalities. To promote rail safety awareness and education, the Elmhurst Police Department will be participating in Illinois Rail Safety Week. Enforcement details are planned throughout the week at various railroad grade crossings and commuter stations within Elmhurst to ensure both drivers and pedestrians are obeying the laws associated with railroad grade crossings and railroad property. In addition, police officers will be distributing literature to the public that contains information on how to be safe around trains and train tracks. Please remember, not only is it against the law to stop your vehicle on railroad tracks, it is also against the law to stop your vehicle anywhere within the highway-rail grade crossing. Highway-rail grade crossings are typically marked by white stop lines located on the pavement in advance of the crossing, or if not, the highway-rail grade crossing extends from protective gate arm to protective gate arm. According to Illinois Operation Lifesaver, more than 50 percent of all collisions occur at crossings with active warning devices (flashing lights, gates, and ringing bells). For more information about Illinois Rail Safety Week, visit illinoisrailsafetyweek.org or contact the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police. \

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Scenes from ‘Cue for a Cause

PAUL DELGUIDICE PHOTOS Elmhurst Independent

Being mayor is a tough job… but those ribs won’t judge themselves! Mayor Steve Morley lent his time and tasting talent to ‘Cue for a Cause by serving as a judge in the ribs and sauce competition. A fundraiser for the Elmhurst Walk In Assistance Network, ‘Cue For A This booth features representative members of the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry includCause was held Sunday, Sep. 4 in the City lot behind the Knights of ing (from left): Tessa Zembylus, Jackie Hayden and Tim Gurrie. It was just one of many booths set up at ‘Cue for a Cause, held Sunday, Sept. 4. Columbus at York & Vallette.

Jackie Crnkovich (right) chats with a volunteer at the booth for the Elmhurst Walk In Assistance Network Here looking over a list of details and activities at the ‘Cue for a at ‘Cue for a Cause on Sunday, Sept. 4. Crnkovich was one busy lady coordinating the entire event, while Cause on Sunday, Sept. 4 are Cathy Jordan (left) and Jan Dorner. It holding the fort at the office. She credits her “staff” of many volunteers. was a beautiful day to sit outside and enjoy some ribs.

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Time to ponder summer storms, wind It started with an unexpected flash in the wee hours of the morning. Not long after, a crack of thunder pulled me from sleep as the clouds opened up to share their aqualicious bounty with the earth. The torrent began rapidly, and continued with a consistent barrage. I could hear it outside pelting the pavement. Bursts of wind swept through the open windows above the bed and my head. Once, but only once, a light spritz of raindrops blew in through the screen and hit my cheek. It was a pleasant sensation, on a warm night with the cool wind blowing through. I waited for a second spritz, anticipated and almost willed it, but none came. I thought about getting up, to look outside at the downpour and watch for streaks of lightning shooting across the sky, but I stayed put.

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The covers were cozy. I was warm and dry. A strike of lightning lit the room for a moment illuminating a silhouette of my cat who had come into the room to make sure I was fully awake and to provide solace against the manifestations of the storm. Not more than a second later, lightning’s thunderous companion reverberated through the airwaves startling both

me and the feline. We were in the heat and heart of the squall. Instinctively the cat jumped up and nuzzled under the covers with her head on my husband’s arm. Thank goodness she was there to comfort me. I closed my eyes, listening to the ruckus, under the cool sheets on the bed, under the cool sheets of rain falling outside – finding peace and contentment in the unyielding strength of Mother Nature. I’ve always loved a summer storm, especially in the middle of the night, when you can lie still and safe in the calmness of your bed under a sturdy roof while around you the world reacts with intense energy, strength and power. It makes me feel small and insignificant, but somehow in a good way. There’s comfort in knowing Mother Nature is in control and can

cleanse the earth, water the garden, fill birdbaths and make mud puddles all in one fell swoop – it’s multitasking by the master. I guess there’s a certain amount of relief in realizing you are a tiny cog in the overall scheme of the universe, and power and control are in the hands of something much bigger and grander than yourself. It sort of takes the pressure off. That, and it relieves you from the duty of having to water the garden this week. The rain continued in a steady stream while I lay listening and thinking about everything and nothing the way one can do sometimes in the wee hours of the morning. I may have dozed off mid-storm (one can never be sure of dozing). When I checked the clock the storm had been brooding for over an hour. By

this time the thunder and lightning had abated, but the rain maintained a firm presence as night prepared to hand the reigns over to morning. The sun rose and the rain finally subsided into something slightly more than a sprinkle and then, finally, into something slightly less. The storm had passed and it was time to get up and get started with the day. As I did, I gave thanks – for summer storms, the wind, time to ponder, Mother Nature, comfy beds, pillows, rooftops, husbands and, of course, kitties that jump up in the night. Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright, author and member of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.

I love the local library I haven’t partaken of library services much in the past decade, but I feel the pull to return as I today type from the peace and quiet of a little study room here at my local library. My Internet at home has gone AWOL and I have work that needs the almighty iInternet, so to my trusty library I come with laptop in hand. Many an evening was spent at the local library when I was in high school. My friends and I would meet to do homework together. We got shushed occasionally, but all in all it was a social hour where we spent just as much time doing algebra problems as talking about boys. Sometimes we’d even see boys there. [Blush! Giggle!] In college, many hours were spent at the library and all I remember is endless reading and paper writing. The library was not a thing of joy then. The happy memories of libraries came back when I became a mommy. When my sons were preschoolers, we were regulars at the library for story time and checking out books for reading at home. But that fell away as they started school. The times and technology changed. They got their info from the web and I got my books at the bookstore. When one of my sons had to do a report for high school, the teacher made them go to the library and learn how to find a book on the book shelf. Remember card catalogs? The search system is on computer now, but my sons and

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their classmates had never found a book in the library that way. With my love of books, one would think I would frequent the library. Alas, I use Amazon instead. It is quicker and easier to click than to get in my car and borrow. I think that will change as we move into our empty nester love nest. With this recent move, I have donated bins upon bins upon bins (and more bins) of books that I have purchased to give to the library for their sale. I still have many more bins of books I am taking with me. I will not know until we unpack if they will fit in our new space. The library appeal is growing stronger. As I wander the shelves today, I see magazines. I love magazines too. I have piles and piles and piles. The recycle man may get a hernia. Maybe I can get my mag fix at the library. It’s a thought. They have movies here too. We use the Amazon FireTV stick so we don’t rent movies anymore and that too I had boxes and boxes and boxes of DVDs. They went like hot cakes at our sale. Another treat is audio books. My husband listens to books on tape (as

I still call them) and he had boxes of Great Courses that we sold. The library could provide fodder for his time in the car. The library has much to offer and it hasn’t gone anywhere. It was me who strayed. But I’m back. Using the private room. Using the internet. And, when we get moved

and settled, using the books. If I fall in love with a book that I want to keep and highlight and mark up, I will buy a copy. Otherwise, it’s to the library I will go. For now, I have work to do and I am grateful for the library. All I need now is a fridge with some

snacks. Kelly Epperson Simmons hopes to be moved and settled in with internet at her new place by the time this hits print. If not, back to the library. Write Kelly at info@kellyepperson.com.

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Enjoying the weather AND the food

These guests of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Cue for a Cause held Sunday, Sept. 4 enjoyed barbecue sandwiches as well as the beautiful weather. It was not only bright and sunny, but not ferociously hot and humid. Most heat came from the grills!

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Programs coming to Elmhurst Public Library Friday, Sept. 9 • 2-4:30 p.m. Friday Features Enjoy an afternoon at the movies every Friday watching the latest and greatest DVD releases. Find each week’s featured film at elmlib.org/ friday. No registration required. Saturday, Sept. 10 • 2-4 p.m. Stressing Out About Stress Develop a personal “stress relief toolbox” to relax and recharge. Create a relief plan of action for use during stressful situations. Register online, in person, or by phone. Monday, Sept. 12 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Free Career Counseling Need input on your job search strategy or a review of your resume? Book a free 30-minute session to get one-on-one job search help from JVS Career Moves. Register by contacting Joyce Bogolub at joycebogolub@jvschicago.org. Monday, Sept. 12 • 10-11:30 a.m. iPhone for Beginners Discover features of your iPhone. Topics include connecting to Wi-Fi, downloading apps, and more. Bring your iPhone to class. Must know

Apple ID and password.

Monday, Sept. 12 • 1:30-2:15 p.m. Present: Dementia Activity Club Those with early onset dementia or Alzheimer’s are welcome to join for an hour of activities from painting to word jumbles. This program is for those suffering from early-tomid stage dementia. Caretakers must attend. Register online, in person, or by phone. Monday, Sept. 12 • 7-8:30 p.m. ¡Conversemos en Español! Discuss a variety of topics, learn new vocabulary, and practice grammar. All you need is a basic knowledge of the language. No registration required. Monday, Sept. 12 • 7-8:30 p.m. Presidential Election Campaigns in History Recount the most interesting presidential campaigns since the formation of our country. From hanging chads to the Electoral College, get pumped for the upcoming election by taking a step back through campaign history! Presented with Elmhurst History Museum. Register online, in person, or by phone.

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Good friends at the grill

In the municipal lot behind the Knights of Columbus, Nick Cuzzone, Kathy Arneson and Dan Gibbons gathered around a grill piled with smokin’ ribs. ‘Cue for a Cause included live musical entertainment and activities for kids.

Hospital Foundation plans 12th Annual Autumn Affair The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital (EMH) Foundation’s 12th Annual Autumn Affair will be held Saturday, Sept. 17 at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, 120 E. Delaware Place in Chicago. The event will begin at 6 p.m. with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and silent auction, followed at 7 p.m. by dinner, a live auction emceed by Chicago radio personality Eric Ferguson and music by The DJ Firm. Proceeds from the 2016 Autumn Affair will support Elmhurst Hospital’s behavioral health services, which include: • Physicians and therapists of

Linden Oaks Behavioral Health treating patients at the newly opened Edward-Elmhurst Health Center in Hinsdale • Therapists placed in primary care offices for quicker and more convenient access to behavioral health assessments and care • Mental Health First Aid training for community leaders and groups to recognize the signs and symptoms of behavioral health issues and learn tools and techniques for administering initial intervention A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available, tables of ten

or individual tickets can be purchased and businesses can donate items for the silent and live auctions. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit emhfoundation.org/autumnaffair. Prior to the event, individuals can purchase a chance to win 1.25 carat oval diamond hoop earrings from The Precious Prong Collection at Razny Jewelers. The winner does not need to be present at the drawing, which will be held at the Autumn Affair. For more information and to purchase a chance to win, visit emhfoundation.org/autumnaffair.

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New Member Campaign Promotion

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For further information or to join the Chamber, contact Tessa Zemgulys, Executive Assistant, by phone at 630-834-6060, ext. 224, or via e-mail at tessaz@elmhurstchamber.org. September 12-16 has been proclaimed Chamber of Commerce Week in Illinois by Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner and in Elmhurst by Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley. So, now is the best time to you to join us and our 600 members!!!

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A very generous young lady

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Pictured is Ava Silverstein, who received a big Thank You from United Community Concerns Association (UCCA) for her generous contribution. When Ava celebrated her 8th birthday, she asked her friends and family to donate school supplies to UCCA in lieu of gifts. The four boxes of supplies will help many Elmhurst District 205 students get off to a good start in the new school year. UCCA is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit organization that has provided food and supplies to local residents for 38 years. Last year UCCA provided almost $86,000 in food and food certificates to more than 300 families and 100 senior residents.

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College’s fall art exhibition opens Sept. 19

‘Revelations: Banner Paintings’ to feature works of Chicagoan Glen C. Davies

Elmhurst College will present “Revelations: Banner Paintings,” the work of painter and muralist Glen C. Davies, opening on September 19. In the late 1960s as a student at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Davies fell under the spell of the great museums and Chicago’s homegrown “Imagist” pop art genre. These influences led to Davies’ recurring art themes of fig-

ural fantasies, spiritual conflict and the journey toward enlightenment. Davies also spent some time traveling with circuses and carnivals, and came to see the canvas banners used to promote sideshow attractions as a compelling way to present his own art work. He has been painting and displaying some of his work in the banner format throughout the last 30 years. “Revelations: Banner Paintings”

can be viewed days and evenings from Monday, Sept. 19, through Friday, Nov. 11, in the Founders Lounge of the Frick Center on the campus of Elmhurst College. A reception with the artist will be held on Tuesday, September 20, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. in the Founders Lounge, with an artist talk at 5 p.m. Both the exhibition and reception are free and open to the public. For more information, call

(630) 617-5186. About the fall exhibition The Fall Art Exhibition is one of about a dozen art shows that Elmhurst College hosts each academic year in two campus venues. In addition, the College’s A.C. Buehler Library permanently houses the

College’s unparalleled collection of Chicago Imagist and Abstractionist Art, which explores the vibrant, often outrageous, yet precisely crafted works of Chicago artists between 1950 and the present. For more information, please contact Suellen Rocca at (630) 617-6110 or srocca@ elmhurst.edu.

Elmhurst Choral Union holds auditions Sept. 13 Love to sing? Singers interested in singing with a full orchestra and challenging their vocal skills are invited to audition for Elmhurst Choral Union. ECU’s season includes Handel’s Messiah and Mozart’s Requiem and Solemn Vespers. Membership is open to singers with previous choral experience or

the ability to read music. Openings are available in all voice ranges. To reserve an audition appointment on Tuesday evening, September 13, leave a message at 630-758-1100 or through the contact page at elmhurstchoralunion.org. A volunteer will respond to schedule an audition time. Auditions involve a vocal warm-up

and a piece of the singer’s choice. Concert rehearsals begin Tuesday, September 20 on the campus of Elmhurst College. Elmhurst Choral Union is an outstanding volunteer chorus, performing classical masterworks and great choral music of all eras with professional orchestra and soloists.

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Churchville holds Amazing Race-inspired event in City Centre Completing unique challenges in downtown nets $10K for middle school By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

On Saturday, Aug. 20, more than 200 took part in a competition held in Elmhurst City Centre to raise funds for Churchville Middle School PTA. Dubbed the Churchville Charge: An Amazing Race for an Amazing School, 52 teams of four, all dressed in blue and yellow t-shirts, vied to be the first to solve clues or complete challenges at 15 downtown businesses and landmarks. When all was said and done, more than $10,000 had been raised.

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Churchville Principal Gina Pogue Reeder, Assistant Principal Peter Cunningham, Sandburg Assistant Principal Jeff Gail and Principal Jacquelyn Discipio sing for their stamp at School of Rock Elmhurst. Dana Steinecker puts her coordination to the test as she tries to drop a clothespin into a bottle behind her at Kopp Dental Associates during The Churchville Charge held in Elmhurst’s City Centre on August 20.

Challenges were widely varied, ranging from dressing and undressing a mannequin at Hazyl Boutique; to taking a mortgage test at Guaranteed Rate of Elmhurst; or playing a game of human foosball at the Elmhurst YMCA. Competitors were tested on three levels: physically, at FittRX and NovaCare Rehabilitation; mentally, at Illinois Spinal Care of Elmhurst; and, musically, at School of Rock Elmhurst.

The first to cross the finish line at Fitz’s Spare Keys was the team “Try Not To Suck,” which included Churchville moms Kara Caforio, Carol Snyder, Heather Justus and Margaret Rask. All proceeds benefit the Churchville PTA, which supports educational, cultural and social programs for Churchville students. Other event locations and sponsors of this year’s Churchville Charge were: Sky Zone; The Schiller Team @properties; Kopp Dental Associates; Fuego Loco Sauce Merchant; Tail Gate for Dogs; Fitz’s Pub; Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush; Lakeshore Plumbing, Inc.; Galaxy Underground, Inc.; Prizm Packaging Solutions, Inc.; E & J Builders; the Motel Bar; and Quality Lawn & Landscaping.

Churchville teachers Peter Richey, John Liljewall, Kristen Olsen and John Gruchot brought their unique style to the streets of Elmhurst as they raced to 15 different pit stops in The Churchville Charge, a fundraiser for the Churchville PTA.

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Team Happy Hour members Kristie Evers, Jill Pettorelli, Cindy Zier, and Christy Gumbach try to figure out which dog is which at the Tail Gate for Dogs challenge from The Churchville Charge on August 20.

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Touch A Truck at Berens Park The whole family is invited to Elmhurst Park District’s annual Touch A Truck event. Stop by Berens Park on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m.-12 noon to get up close with fire trucks, tow trucks, police cars, army vehicles, ambulances and more. A helicopter might even make an appearance. Hungry families can grab food and drinks with Brewpoint Coffee, Big World Tortas, Cupcakes for Courage and Kona Ice. This loud and exciting event offers truckloads of fun, so be sure to come early. The first 500 children will receive a free t-shirt. A $1 donation to the People for Elmhurst Parks Foundation is requested to benefit the Recreation Assistance Fund. Presented by Edward-Elmhurst Health, The Schiller Team and Elmhurst Children’s Assistance Foundation.

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Luscombe Music helps find instruments for less fortunate youth Schools Count Corp. brings the resources to build the American dream By Dee Longfellow

Flesher has also collected 8001000 coats every year through a clothing drive. His real hope is to bring the American dream to inner city and disadvantaged youth. “It is our mission to provide kids with the resources so they can live the American dream,” he said. “Without the resources, there is no dream.” Asked when it will end, Flesher has a suitable reply. “When the storms end and poverty is abated, then we can end our mission.” Until then, the work continues.

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Orthodontic U P DAT E

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Pictured is Dick Flesher with Laura Luscombe standing in front of Luscombe Music surrounded by used instruments donated by area residents, who wished to pass along equipment they haven’t used since high school band. Flesher distributes the instruments to various schools in Chicago’s inner city as well as the south side. Luscombe not only collects the instruments, but also contributes the cleaning, repairs, reeds and other accessories.

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by Jeffrey T. Boland Licensed Orthodontic Specialist

OVERCOMING OVERBITE

one way people are making a big sum, I will let a store like Lus- running two months after the hurBrenda Garcia 630-834-8244 questpublishing@sbcglobal.net difference.” combe know about it and they can ricane.” Luscombe has Newspaper: been busy col- line up the purchase.” Some corpoLocally, Client: he says he has helped lecting used instruments with the rations he mentioned were Archer 43 schools over the course of eight Upper front teeth that vertically Elmhurst York Chiropractic Clinic start of the school year. The ex-Independent Daniels Midland and Amicus. years. Most have been in Chicaoverlap the lower front teeth more perts at the music store take care of Flesher has been involved in go’s inner city or on the south side. Jeffreywould T. Boland thanbynormally be expected any cleaning or repairs that might other types of aid to help stricken Flesher tries to get instruments Licensed Orthodontic Specialist describes the malocclusion known as be needed and donate their time. areas like the Hurricane Katrina into the hands of Middle School an “overbite.” The plan to treat this Luscombe also provides accesso- region, where he coordinated $1.5 students so they have a good backcondition in growing children involves ries like reeds. million in aid to purchase baby ground in music before they get to moving the lower jaw forward, which “Corporations often call me formula. high school. But he sees the need sometimes and give me money to “Since that time, I’ve been to for so much more. can be accomplished with headgear. go out and obtain the instruments,” Joplin, Missouri, to Washington “When I get into these schools, I However, to be effective, headgear must Flesher said. “If I have a certain [Illinois,Here where a tornado to for findDr. they needO’Connor: so much more,” he is the revisedhit], layout Noelle be worn 14-16 hours per day, which some Hurricane Sandy, Galveston, Hur- said. “We try to get band uniforms young patients may not find appealing. ricane Ike, Baton Rouge,” he said. for the schools, which is difficult, To overcome this non-compliance “I’ve even helped build schools when some students don’t even challenge, the orthodontist may choose in Haiti. We had schools up and have winter coats.”

Local cancer advocate will travel to Washington, DC Joins others to urge Congress to make cancer a priority

Next week, Elmhurst resident Clare Thibodeaux will join more than 700 cancer patients, survivors, volunteers and staff from all 50 states in Washington, D.C., as part of the annual American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Leadership Summit and Lobby Day. Advocates will ask Congress to take specific steps to make cancer a national priority and help end a disease that still kills 1,600 people a day in this country. Thibodeaux will meet with Congressman Mike Quigley (D-IL) and U.S. Senators Mark Kirk (R-IL) and Dick Durbin (D-IL) to discuss the need to support an increase in federal funding for cancer research. She will also ask them to co-sponsor legislation that supports patients’ quality of life and to support legislation that would close a loophole in Medicare that often results in sur-

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prise costs for seniors when a polyp is found during a routine colonoscopy. A former cancer researcher, Thibodeaux has had many friends and both of her parents affected by cancer. She said she is traveling to Washington, D.C. to help ensure fewer families will face a cancer diagnosis and to tell members of Congress that they play a critical role in passing public health policies that fight this disease. “One in two men and one in three women will hear the words ‘you have cancer’ in their lifetime,” she said. “We need a full and unwavering commitment from Congress to take action to help prevent and treat cancer. We want our lawmakers to know that volunteers from Illinois, and from every state across the country are counting on them to take a stand.”

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CHIROPRACTIC

Enhancing the health of your family by Dr. Noelle O’Connor

OPIOIDS NO HELP FOR BACK PAIN

Not only are opioid medications potentially addictive and liable to cause side effects (including sedation, nausea, and constipation), but they are also ineffective at relieving back pain. So says a recent metaanalysis that reviewed the results of 20 randomized, controlled trials involving 7,925 participants. Of these, 13 trials involving more than 3,400 participants examined the shortterm effects of opioid analgesics on chronic low back pain. In one-half of these trials, at least 50% of the participants withdrew from the study due to adverse side effects or drug ineffectiveness. Even higher-thanrecommended doses of the opioid drugs were found to be of little benefit. By contrast, chiropractic treatment addresses the source of back pain instead of trying to mask the symptoms.

At YORK CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC, we feel that this evidence confirms that the drug-free care provided by a doctor of chiropractic often yields better clinical outcomes and greater patient satisfaction. For gentle and safe, drugfree chiropractic care, we invite you to call us at 630.834.8536 to schedule an appointment. We recommend a chiropractic checkup for all members of the family. We’re located at 486 Spring Road. We want to educate you so that you can make choices you feel good about and are comfortable with, and that you can commit to for a lifetime of good health.

P.S. Seventy-eight Americans die each day from an opioid overdose, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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to introduce a non-removable, functional orthodontic appliance known as a “Herbst appliance.” This tube-and-rod device connects the upper and lower jaw and moves the lower jaw forward and the upper jaw backwards. It does not interfere with opening and closing the mouth or with eating. When your child first gets his or her Herbst appliance, there may be some muscle tenderness and soreness. As your child’s mouth adapts to the appliance, the soreness should fade. To schedule a free orthodontic consultation, please call our office. Available by appointment, we honor all kinds of insurance and charge zero interest on our financing. Straighter Smiles Are Our Specialty!

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If you could touch someone’s life in a way that changes them by offering something that was previously out of their reach, wouldn’t you do it? Well, then it might be time to admit that the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Elmhurst Symphony or any other viable musical organization is likely not going to call you to join its ranks. Maybe it’s time to find a better use for your old high school band instrument. Last week, Laura Luscombe and the staff of Luscombe Music, located on Vallette Street near York Road in Elmhurst, introduced the community to Dick Flesher, who started the not-for-profit organization called Schools Count Corp out of his home in Mokena shortly after retiring in 2005. The company’s tagline is “providing resources that have the power to lift the spirit.” But the former teacher really wasn’t quite ready to retire, so he was pleased when the opportunity arose to help collect used musical instruments and put them in the hands of children who would like to learn how to play, but cannot afford them. Sometimes it’s the families who can’t pay for the instruments, other times, it’s the schools. “People are very enthusiastic about making a difference in someone’s life,” Flesher told the Independent. “It’s heartwarming when people realize there is a way to put their old band instrument to good use and offer a good experience to someone who may not otherwise have a chance to learn music. Everyone needs to find a way to make a difference to someone and this is

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the Elmhurst event NOT TO BE MISSED! Saturday, Sept. 10 Park District’s Annual Touch-A-Truck event

From 10 a.m. to 12 noon, the Elmhurst Park District will host Touch-A-Truck in the lot at Berens Park. All are invited to come out and see fire trucks, tow trucks, police cars, army vehicles, ambulances, maybe even a helicopter. $1 admission for PEP. First 500 kids get free t-shirt. Thursday, Sept. 8 From 6:30-8 p.m., residents are invited to attend a Budget Town Hall meeting led by State Sen. Chris Nybo (R-Elmhurst) and State Rep. Patti Bellock (R-Hinsdale) at Oak Brook Village Hall at 1200 Oak Brook Road in Oak Brook. Free and open to the public. For more information, contact Sen. Nybo’s office at 630-969-0990 or Rep. Bellock’s office at 630-852-8633. Friday & Saturday, Sept. 9-10 The 9th Annual Lebanese Food and Music Festival will take place at Our Lady of Lebanon Catholic Church located at 950 No. Grace, one-half block north of North Ave. in Lombard. Hours are Friday from 5-11 p.m. and Satur-

day from 2-11 p.m. Enjoy authentic homemade Lebanese cuisine while enjoying live musical entertainment, folk dancing, a hookah tent and much more. For more information, call 630932-9640 or visit ollchicago.org. Saturday, Sept. 10 Beginning at 6 p.m., the Elmhurst American Legion THB Post 187 will hold a Military Ball community fundraiser event at the Post at 310 W. Butterfield Road in Elmhurst. Special guest: Allan Lynch, recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor. Tickets are $125 each or $1000 for a table of eight (8). For tickets and info, contact Bill Shanklin at (708) 267-3987 or bills@champion-container.com.

emony to mark the 15th anniversary of the events that occurred on 9/11 of the year 2001. It will be held at Wild Meadows Trace on Spring Road (near the gazebo) near Elmhurst’s 9/11 Memorial. Residents are urged to attend. Monday, Sept. 12 • The Elmhurst Garden Club will hold a membership luncheon at the Wilder Mansion, 211 S Prospect, beginning at 11:30 a.m. There will be a brief presentation by our summer high school scholars from York High School, but no other formal program to allow more time to get reacquainted. Board members will be Items will be displayed highlighting the Club’s trip photos, summer successes, artifacts and more. For more information, visit elmhurstgardenclub.org • From 7-8:30 p.m., the Elmhurst Library will host a program along with the Elmhrust History Museum called Presidential Election Campaigns in History. In a year of seemingly unending campaign drama, Professor Gary Midkif, senior faculty professor at DeVry’s Keller Graduate School, will review the 13 most interesting presidential campaigns spanning from 1789 through 2000 (remember “hanging chads”?). Midkif will also explain the Electoral College process. Co-presented by Elmhurst History Museum and Elmhurst Public Library. Takes place at the Elmhurst Public Library. Register in person or call 630-2798696 or visit elmhurstlibrary.org.

Sunday, Sept. 11 Wednesday, Sept. 14 From 8-9:30 a.m., the City of ElmThe AAUW Elmhurst Area Branch hurst will host a commemorative cer- will hold its annual September Supper

can enjoy a short walk around the park, games for kids, a moon walk, Thomas the Train, face painting, live children’s entertainer Super Stolie, DJ Anthony Cassano and much more. Every participant will receive a commemorative walk t-shirt and goodie bag after the Saturday, Sept. 17 • From 1-5 p.m., the Elmhurst Heri- walk. More details to follow. tage Foundation and the Elmhurst Rotary Club present the 2nd Annual El- Wednesday, Sept. 21 At 7 p.m., the Elmhurst Park District mhurst Craft Beer Fest on the grounds of the Elmhurst History Museum, 120 will hold a public meeting to seek inE. Park. Tickets include more than 50 put from anyone who has an interest craft beer selections, a souvenir tast- in the planned improvements and reing glass, 18 beer tasting tickets, light placement of the playground at Plunsnacks, door prizes, live music and kett Park, located at West & Utley, just more. You must be 21 or older. Event north of Courts Plus. It will be held at held rain or shine. Tickets are $40 The Abbey, 407 W. St. Charles Rd., before Sept. 10, $50 after or at gate; just west of York High School. Attendlimited VIP ticket +$15 additional. ees will be entered in a prize drawing Designated Driver tickets are $20. for swim passes. Free and open to the For tickets, visit elmhurstcraftbeerfest. public. com or call 630-833-1457. • The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Saturday, Sept. 24 Navarro Catering & Events is bring(EMH) Foundation’s 12th Annual Autumn Affair will be held the Four Sea- ing the professional cast and crew of sons Hotel Chicago, 120 E. Delaware Tony & Tina’s Wedding to Elmhurst Place in Chicago beginning at 6 p.m. for a one-night-only performance at with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and si- the Knights of Columbus Hall in Ellent auction, followed at 7 p.m. by din- mhurst. Food by Navarro Catering ner, a live auction emceed by Chicago includes a cash bar throughout the radio personality Eric Ferguson and evening. Tickets are: $75 for “Friend music by The DJ Firm. Proceeds from of the family” (general seating); or the 2016 Autumn Affair will support $85 per person for “Family seating” Elmhurst Hospital’s behavioral health (VIPs). Reserve early for the best seatservices. Visit emhfoundation.org/au- ing, as space is limited. For tickets and tumnaffair for tickets and information, information, call (630) 638-0110. at 6 p.m. at the River Forest Country Club in Elmhurst. Tickets are $30 per person. To register. contact Pat O’Dwyer (pat.odwyer@comcast.net) or visit aauwelmhurst.org.

Sunday, Sept. 18 The Center for Speech and Language Disorders will hold its annual Talkie Trot Family Fun Walk at Berens Park in Elmhurst, where participants

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More than 64,000 girls participate in high school sanctioned field hockey each year. Because their chosen sport renders these young female athletes more susceptible to potentially disastrous head, facial, and eye injuries, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) issued a protective eyewear mandate requiring all high school field hockey players to wear protective eyewear in NFHS-sanctioned competitions. Since then, a study conducted to gauge the mandate’s effects has found that wearing protective eyewear resulted in a threefold reduced risk of orbital and eye injuries in high school field hockey players. While protective eyewear remains voluntary in non-NFHS sanctioned competitions and other field hockey-related play, it is hoped that players and parents will take note of protective eyewear’s benefit. Many coaches, parents, and players now realize that wearing protective eyewear for sports pays off. The risk of eye damage is reduced, and the player’s performance may be enhanced by the ability to see better. For more information, please call SKOWRON EYE CARE. We’re invested in the technology to make exam findings easier and more accurate from toddlers to seniors. At Skowron Eye Care, our mission is your vision. P.S. While youth sports such as baseball and softball are gradually adopting the use of protective facemasks for batters, pitchers, and infielders, amateur field hockey lags behind in eye protection.

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Ongoing programs: • CLOSING SEPT. 18 is the latest exhibit by the Elmhurst History Museum, “But Wait, There’s More.” Any Baby Boomer of the 1960s or 1970s remembers America’s most famous TV pitchman, Chicagoan Ron Popeil. Learn his story and explore many of Popeil’s most popular gadgets at hands-on displays. Info: elmhursthistory.org or 630-833-1457 • Also ENDING SEPT. 18 is a special exhibit “Minerals in Food featuring the Rock Café,” at the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage Hill Ave. Regular admission applies. Info: 630-833-1616 or lizzadromuseum.org • A support group for family caregivers of older adults meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Elmhurst Public Library’s second floor study room. (Not an Elmhurst Library program.) Info: (630) 8339665. • The Elmhurst American Legion, T.H.B. Post No. 187, hosts a fish fry every Friday night from 6-8:30 p.m. Ribs available first Friday of the month. Musical entertainment follows. Karaoke on the second Friday of each month. Bingo on Wednesdays, starting with Early Birds at 6:45 p.m. Info: 630-833-7800. • TOPS—Take Off Pounds Sensibly—meets on Friday mornings at Grace Lutheran Church 950 S. York Road, Bensenville. Weigh-in at 9:30 a.m., meeting from 10-11 a.m. Info: email Millie at johnreiter@sbcglobal.net

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Lemonade stand profits donated to Elmhurst Library

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Josephine Roubitchek presents a check to Sharon Karpiel, Head of the Kids’ Library at Elmhurst Public Library.

Josephine Roubitchek loves reading so much that she donated a portion of her summer lemonade stand’s profits to the Elmhurst Public Library. Josephine says she visits the Library frequently with her parents and three younger brothers to pick out books—she is anxiously awaiting the 2017 release of the next installment of the Land of Stories series by author Chris Colfer—or attend popular programs like the Cursive Writing Workshop and the Library’s Student Film Festival. She presented her $20 donation to Sharon Karpiel, head of the Kids’ Library, on August 18. Roubitchek told Karpiel she hopes the money goes toward buying a new book. “I think my favorite thing about the Library is that it provides books that I can read,” she says. “I run out of books in my room a lot.” Josephine attends fourth grade at Hawthorne Elementary School. She is the daughter of Brad and Shawna Roubitchek.

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Lincoln students hold annual Silverado Jr. Project

Fifth graders give impassioned plea for Batten Disease charity

By Marisa Mancini FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

For the past 27 years, 5th grade students at Lincoln School have worked with Jack Island, owner of Silverado Grill in Elmhurst, to run

Silverado Jr., a “restaurant for a day” business project created for students to apply educational concepts taught in 5th grade to a real world experience. Last year, 5th grade teacher Jennifer

Greene, along with Lincoln’s four other 5th grade teachers led their 108 students through the project. For eight weeks, they worked together to prepare a business plan, which was first presented to Jack Island for approval. The students then met with a banker from Community Bank of Elmhurst for a $500 loan. Having no collateral, they were required to create presentations including all expense reports and projected income confirming a profit to assure the bank they would be able to repay the loan once the project was completed. Students created a menu, used invoices to order food, hired employees to run the kitchen, and waited/bused tables on the day of the event. Due to the large 5th grade class size, only immediate family members could attend. After the event, the students met with the bank to repay the loan and brainstormed to select a charity for the $2,500 profit they earned. “Typically high profile charities such as Make-A-Wish Foundation and American Cancer Society are discussed,” Greene said. “This year, two students, Noah Balice and Clare Mortenson, took the initiative to introduce their peers to a neighborhood family whose child, Ethan Gahlbeck, recently lost his battle with Batten disease, a fatal, genetic disorder of the nervous system that begins in childhood.” Sadly, children with Batten lose their eyesight, motor skills and cognitive abilities. The disease eventually takes their lives. Noah and Clare were passionate about donating the Silverado Jr. profits to fund Batten. “We personally knew Ethan,” said Noah. “He was our neighbor.” Because Batten was completely unfamiliar to the Lincoln staff and students, the pair met with the Gahlbeck fam-

ily on their own and created a presentation to educate their peers and teachers about Batten and the importance of funding research for its cure. Noah and Clare’s presentation also informed them about Noah’s Hope, a .charity started by another local family who recently lost their son to Batten and whose daughter is currently suffering with the disease. “Though the disease is rare - roughly 500 children in the world have it at any given time - research only makes progress with donations like ours,” Noah and Clare explained to their classmates. “Our money will help fund a cure for a disease that is curable. Every childhood disease deserves a cure.” They went on to ask their classmates to help fund Batten disease so one else loses another friend like they did. “Ethan would have been our classmate,” stated Clare. The disease currently has no cure and typical life expectancy is less than 12 years. “Ethan was my friend,” added Noah. “We used to play together when we were little. I wanted to do something to help.” Noah and Clare’s presentation had a profound impact on the 5th grade staff and students at Lincoln School. The students overwhelmingly elected to donate their $2,500 profit to Noah’s Hope. “Additionally, the students were inspired to start their own research on unknown/underfunded diseases,” stated Greene. “It also inspired teachers in charge of the project to add a research/presentation aspect to this project for future classes. I am very proud of these two students.”

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Lincoln fifth graders Clare Mortenson and Noah Balice proudly hold the $2,500 check they will present to Noah’s Hope, an organization that supports those with Batten disease, a rare fatal genetic disorder of the nervous system that begins in childhood and robs a young person’s eyesight, motor skills and cognitive abilities. The money was raised through Lincoln’s annual business venture known as Silverado Jr., now in its 27th year. Noah is wearing a Silverado Jr. tee-shirt.

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Cullerton weighs in on Governor’s recent veto

Legislation could have given living wage to caregivers of developmentally disabled

State Senator Tom Cullerton (DVilla Park) expressed his grave disappointment with the governor’s decision to veto legislation that would help caregivers for the developmentally disabled. “The governor continues to stress the importance of a kind and compassionate Illinois, however, I fail to see how we are being kind or compassionate when we don’t pay direct service personnel a fair wage,” he said. “We all know that you don’t enter into this profession for the money.

However, it’s important that we allow these workers the ability to support their families.” The initiative, House Bill 5931, would have raised the minimum wage for direct service personnel to $15 an hour. These higher wages would have allowed DSPs to stay on the job with many families instead of leaving to find work that allows them to provide for themselves. “Any time we can pass legislation to help our developmentally disabled population, it makes us a stronger

and better state,” Cullerton said. Cullerton recently pushed legislation that would help those struggling with developmental disabilities, including adding length of time as a factor to determine need for those on the Prioritization for Urgency of Need for Services (PUNS). “The DSP workforce crisis is the sad and frightening reality of the 27,000 people with developmental disabilities served in the Illinois system. Our service system is crumbling,” said Kim Zoeller, President &

CEO of the Ray Graham Association. “With the average wage of $9.35/ hour, providers like Ray Graham Association struggle to recruit qualified DSPs. The work is physically demanding, emotionally draining and includes working with challenging and sometimes destructive behaviors.” (See related story in last week’s Independent.) Illinois ranks 45th out of 50 states in spending on community services for people with developmental dis-

abilities. The workforce crisis is so serious that a federal court monitor has found Illinois to be out of compliance with the federal Ligas Consent Decree that is in place to ensure access to appropriate services. “It’s our duty to take care of those who provide vital services for our most vulnerable population. They should be compensated fairly,” said Cullerton. “By vetoing this legislation, the governor is working against the best interests of Illinois’ disabled population.

Bellock, Atty. General host workshop on identity theft Local residents are invited to attend a free seminar on identity theft prevention at 10:00am on Tuesday, September 13 from 10-11 a.m. at the historic Wilder Mansion, located at 211 S. Prospect Avenue. The event is sponsored by State Representative Patti Bellock (R-Hinsdale) featuring a workshop provided by the Illinois Attorney General’s Office. There are approximately 10 million identity theft victims every year in the United States. A majority of victims are senior citizens. Professionals from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office will show attendees how to safeguard their credit card, Social Security and other personal and financial information to avoid falling victim to fraud and scams. “Identity theft is a serious concern for people of all ages, particularly our seniors,” Rep. Bellock said. “Our workshop will help local families learn how to take simple, effective steps to

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help safeguard their personal information. Being smart and proactive can keep us from becoming victims and protect our parents and grandparents from falling prey.”

“Identity theft impacts unsuspecting people every day,” Madigan said. “My office maintains an identity theft unit that works with people to inform them of the steps they can take to pro-

tect their personal information and help people recover if they are victimized. I encourage people to attend the workshop, visit our website or give us a call with any questions.”

The event is free and open to the public. Handouts and light refreshments will be provided. For more information, please call Rep. Bellock’s office at (630) 852-8633.

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Public invited to discuss Plunkett Park Playground updates Park District to host meeting Sept. 21 to seek input

With summer wrapping up, Elmhurst Park District is looking toward next year. Plunkett Park Playground, located at the intersection of S. West Avenue and W. Utley Road, and directly across from the Courts Plus facility, is scheduled to be replaced during the summer of 2017. The playground replacement is part of the District’s capital plan-

ning efforts, where nearly every year one of the District’s eighteen playgrounds is budgeted to be renovated, providing an 18-20 year lifecycle for each playground. The Park District is inviting the public to give input on the plans for the playground. Anyone who has an interest in the planned improvements is invit-

Business briefs

• Inland Bank collects school supplies Inland Bank at 539 Spring Road is collecting much-needed school supplies for 4,000 children in need. Residents are asked to drop donations at the bank, which will be given to the Humanitarian Service Project to help with the new school year. Items needed include: backpacks, lunch boxes, binders, notebooks, paper, calculators, protractors, compasses, pencil sharpeners, rulers, glue, pens (in black, blue or red ink), pencils and erasers, crayons, colored pencils, markers, Sharpies, index cards, folkers, highlighters, scissors. For more information, visit humanitarianservice.org or call 630-834-9100.

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the November meeting, a final plan will be developed and presented to the Park Board for review and approval. Those in attendance will be entered in a raffle for a free Elmhurst Park District summer 2017 punch card (20 swims) which provides free entrance to East End Pool,

Smalley Pool, and The Hub Splash Pad. Children are welcome to attend the public meeting, but must be supervised by an adult at all times. If you are unable to attend, but wish to contribute your ideas, please contact Miranda Lovato, Landscape Architect at 630-993-8939 or mlovato@epd.org.

School for Professional Studies at (630) 617-3300 or sps@elmhurst. edu. Members of the public are welcome to attend. • VA awards $300 million more in grants to help end veteran homelessness Flexible grants help lower rates of veteran homelessness in Illinois The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today awarded approximately $300 million more in grants under the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program to help thousands of very low-income Veteran families around the nation who are permanently housed or transitioning to permanent housing. The SSVF grant program provides access to crucial services to prevent homelessness for Veterans and their families.

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York football team records key road win against Leyden Dukes even mark out at 1-1 on the young season By Mike Miazga

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When you turn the ball over six times, you are happy to get out with a win.” – York coach Matt Monken

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The York football team got the exact jolt it needed. The Dukes, after a tough Week 1 loss to New Trier, rebounded to score a 24-7 West Suburban Conference crossover victory at Leyden to even its mark at 1-1. “It wasn’t the best game we have played, but we got the win and that’s what we needed,” said York coach Matt Monken. “The kids played hard and our defense played well. We turned the ball over a lot and we’ve been battling a few injuries that made us move a few guys around. When you start to do that, the offense gets smaller because you are asking kids to play different positions.” Monken noted a key turning point in the game came on defense in the third quarter. “We regrouped in the second half and our defense made a play that helped us get the ball on the 1-yard-line,” he noted. After a forced fumble, York senior Mike Riley picked up the loose ball and took it down to the Leyden one. Senior Santiago Vazquez scored from a yard out on the next play. Heading into the third quarter, York led only 3-0 after kicking a field goal on the tail-end of a late first-half drive. Riley and junior Grant Melion also scored touchdowns for the Dukes.

“We ran the ball pretty well, but we turned it over six times,” said Monken. “When you turn the ball over six times, you are happy to get out with a win. Our defense kept us in a position to score.” York’s defense also was sound in the first quarter. “We had a good red-zone stand in the first quarter and held them to no points,” said Monken. “Our defense kept us in the game all night. We also had a couple of turnovers on them.” Monken noted the win was especially key coming against a Leyden team some have predicted to be a contender for the WSC Gold Division title. “Leyden is a very good team,” said Monken. “They have a lot of speed and they are coached well. They will have success. They have some dynamic kids.” York now turns its attention to its WSC Silver Division opener next week against defending statechampion Glenbard West. “That will be a fun one,” said Monken. “It’s a good game to open up with. The kids get excited when they play West. They are a good team and are wellcoached. We know it’s not easy from here on out, but we have some good momentum now.”

Week 3 preview Glenbard West (2-0) at York (1-1)

When: Friday, 7:30 p.m. Where: York High School, Elmhurst Last week: York 24, Leyden 7; Glenbard West 14, Hinsdale South 6 Last year: Glenbard West 41, York 14 Outlook: York scored a big victory in Week 2 on the road at Leyden and now goes toe-to-toe with the defending state champions and perennial West Suburban Conference Silver Division power. Glenbard West, normally a team that puts up large offensive point outputs, has outscored its opponents only 31-13 in its first two games. York had three different players score touchdowns last week in Santiago Vazquez, Mike Riley and Grant Melion.

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IC Catholic Prep junior Josie Lytton returns a Trojans serve during a cross-town match on Friday, Sept. 2 at Timothy Christian. More photos inside sports.

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Timothy Christian girls volleyball team wins tournament York girls volleyball team third at Benet Academy invite By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Another year and another hot start for the Timothy Christian girls volleyball team. The Trojans ran their record to 7-0 overall after winning the Timothy/Westmont Volleyball Invite. In pool play, the Trojans scored a 25-14, 25-14 win over Chicago Latin School. The Trojans also defeated crosstown neighbor IC Catholic Prep 25-18, 25-13 and then scored

a 25-21, 25-21 win over Elgin Harvest Christian Academy. In the semifinals, the Trojans downed conference foe St. Edward 25-20, 25-27, 25-14 and then defeated Harvest 14-25, 25-20, 25-22 for the title. Earlier, the Trojans downed Westmont 25-5, 25-18 in non-conference action. Kendra Teune had five kills, two aces and five digs. Ava Venema had four kills and three aces. Zoe Stanton had 10 digs and Tracy Westra had 18 assists. Ruth Hruska-Kelley had seven kills. The Trojans opened Metro Suburban Conference play with a 2511, 25-6 win over Ridgewood. Teune had eight kills and three digs. Venema had seven kills, while Stanton had six digs. Westra had 17 assists and three blocks.

York girls volleyball The York girls volleyball team placed third at the Benet Academy invitational. The Dukes started the tournament with a 25-17, 25-17 win over Oak Park-River Forest and then scored a 26-24, 26-24 win over West Aurora. The Dukes concluded the first day of the event with a 25-27, 25-19, 25-17 win over Hinsdale Central. Of significance, OPRF and Hinsdale Central both are in the same conference as York (West Suburban Conference Silver Division). York then dropped a 26-24, 2516 match to Neuqua Valley in the semifinals, but came back to record a 25-10, 18-25, 25-16 win over West Aurora in the third-place match. York’s Sarah Rose (senior set-

ter) and Kristie Paus (senior middle blocker) both were named to the all-tournament team at Benet Academy. “I am happy with the way the girls are improving and showing some very competitive spirit at the Benet tournament in coming from behind to defeat Hinsdale Central after a first-game loss as well as West Aurora after a Game 2 loss,” said York coach Patty Iverson. York started the season with a 25-13, 25-21 non-conference win over Lincoln-Way West. York girls tennis The York girls tennis team went to a 5-5 draw with Wheaton North in non-conference action in Wheaton. York compered without key players Alex Hennessy and Julia

Riddle, who both were out with illness. The tie put York at 4-0-1. Cameron Elsey was a 6-3, 6-1 winner at No. 4 singles for York. Maja Shaw and Cate Duhig were 5-7, 6-0, (10-5) winners at No. 1 doubles for the Dukes, while Liz Mazzocco and Mei Giuffre were 6-3, 1-6, (10-8) winners at No. 2 doubles. Jacki Riek and Cristina Gamboa were 6-3, 6-1 winners at No. 4 doubles, while Jessica Paist and Allison Stramel were 8-5 winners at No. 5 doubles. Through five matches, Paist was leading the team in wins with a 5-0 record. Shaw, Mazzocco and Stramel each were 4-0. Duhig was 4-1, while Hennessy, Riddle, Eva Jacobsthal, Aleksina Jovic and Mei Giuffre each were 3-1.

IC Catholic Prep escapes Burbank with wild win Knights rack up 668 yards of total offense in 63-49 triumph By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Things don’t get much better than the two victories the IC Catholic Prep football team has recorded thus far this season. In Week 1, the Knights avenged a pair of losses last season and defeated defending Class 3A statechampion Bishop McNamara by a 34-0 count. A week later, IC Catholic Prep hit the road to Burbank and walked away with an action-packed 63-49 non-conference win against a St. Laurence team that advanced to a state semifinal game last year.

“It was nice to get another victory,” said IC Catholic Prep coach Bill Krefft. “The team has been playing really well. We’ve gelled together the younger contributors both against very good football teams. They’ve started fast and have never looked back.” The St. Laurence contest was a see-saw affair. “It was back and forth for four quarters,” said Krefft. “All the kids on both teams battled and competed for four quarters. There were 180-something plays run, which is unbelievable. We knew St. Laurence’s level and we knew they were a very good football team. We wanted to see where we measured up. We let loose and had some fun. We wanted to win every play and compete with them. It ended up turning in our favor.” IC Catholic Prep had 668 yards of total offense in the game. Standout running back Jordan Rowell had another monster performance. He

Week 3 Preview IC Catholic Prep (2-0) at Elmwood Park (0-2)

When: Friday, 7:15 p.m. Where: Elmwood Park High School Last week: IC Catholic Prep 63, St. Laurence 49; Marengo 38, Elmwood Park 7 Last year: Did not play Outlook: This is one of two Metro Suburban Conference crossover games for IC Catholic Prep this season. The Knights face Chicago Christian at home next week. The Knights are coming off two huge victories over defending state-champion Bishop McNamara and state semifinalist St. Laurence. IC Catholic Prep racked up more than 600 yards of total offense in the St. Laurence win. Elmwood Park has been outscored 53-19 in its two non-conference losses to St. Joe’s and Marengo.

ran 19 times for 260 yards and four touchdowns. He also caught five passes for 111 yards and one touchdown. In two games, Rowell has run for 467 yards and has scored nine touchdowns. Quarterback Luke Ricobene ran 11 times for 101 yards. The Knights had 361 rushing yards and averaged 11.3 yards per carry. Ricobene ended up 17-for-24 for 307 yards and threw four touchdown passes. In addition to Rowell, Matt Sutton caught two passes for 53 yards and a score. Khalil Sanders had four catches for 31 yards and a touchdown, while Brendan Russ had a 65-yard touchdown catch. “We punted once and it was a fake,” said Krefft. “The worst po-

sition we had was a field goal. The rest, we scored every time. The offensive staff did an excellent job. We had an unbelievable offensive night.” Krefft lauded offensive coordinator Tony Navigato, along with offensive line coach Kevin Cooney, wide receivers coach Mark Schultz and sideline play caller Anthony Navigato (Tony’s son). Krefft also praised the work of the offensive line, which included mainstays Jim Kenneally and Robert Vitek plus a rotation that included Ryan Kenneally, David Vargas and Ricky Mysliwiec. “Jim and Robert were in there the whole night, but we were able to get some younger guys in that rotation,” said Krefft.

IC Catholic Prep withstood a St. Laurence team that ran the ball 67 times. “They had long drives where there were three- and four-yard gains,” said Krefft. “They had a great offensive line. But in the end we got the stop we needed to in order to win.” Krefft noted the 2-0 start is great, but there is further work to be done. “We’re taking it one at a time,” he said. “There is a lot IC can fix about IC right now. St. Laurence exposed a lot of things. We’re going to go back to work now. So far, it’s been a great experience. This is a special group of kids. They are very close to each other. It’s an exciting group to coach.” IC Catholic Prep won the sophomore game 13-0.

York girls cross-country team is youth-dominated Sophomore May headlines list of returners By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Youth is the buzzword this fall around the York girls cross-country team. New head coach Lauren DeAngelis (previously an assistant under retired head coach Annette Schulte) has a roster loaded with promising young talent. The Dukes are coming off a 2015 season where they finished fourth in the West Suburban Conference Silver Division. Those back for York include

sophomore standout Sarah May, who broke the 5:00 mark this summer in the 1,600. Also returning are senior Julie Biggins, juniors Katherine Tomaska and Bridget Berger, as well as sophomores Anna Morley, Francesca Mordini, Sarah Gutierrez and Erin Davies. “We have a very young team with a lot of freshmen and sophomores who could make a significant impact during the season,” said DeAngelis. “The group is hard-working, energetic and teamfocused. The girls are focused on achieving the team goals and steadily getting stronger throughout the season. There is a feeling of community and family. They provide a support system for each

other and each teammate is willing to help in any way to ensure our team is on track for many successes throughout the season.” DeAngelis said one of the team’s goals is to finish in the Top 3 in the WSC Silver, not to mention getting the team to the Class 3A state meet. “We’re hoping to finish in the Top 3 in a very tough conference with many talented runners,” she said. “As a York tradition, the goal of qualifying for state is the foundation for the season along with having a stronger showing at the WSC Silver meet. I want the team to get stronger each week and focus on injury prevention through the various strength exercises we have implemented as a team. The girls are excited for a strong 2016 season.”

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Timothy Christian vs. Harvest Christian Academy: Championship match action The Timothy Christian girls volleyball team shows off their tournament championship plaque. Eight teams participated in the two-day event.

Trojans senior Kendra Teune returns a shot during the tourney championship game against the Lions.

Above: Victory! TC coach Scott Piersma (hands up) celebrates after the Trojansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; scored the winning point to secure the championship. Left: Senior Olivia Hoekstra is all concentration in the championship match.

Above: Timothy Christian junior Tracy Westra sets the ball against Harvest Christian Academy at home on Saturday. Right: TC senior Zoe Stanton celebrates a tough point. The Trojans beat the Lions 14-25, 25-20 and 25-22.

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IC Catholic girls volleyball team splits pair of matches Knights defeat Lisle and lose to Aurora Central By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep girls volleyball team had some good news and bad news in its first two contests of the season. The good news was a 22-25 259, 25-22 non-conference win over Lisle. Giana Curran had 21 digs and seven aces, while Tess Reardon had 11 kills, seven assists and 14 digs. Katie Hendricks and Maya Stovall each had six kills, while Nailah Landon had three kills and one block. “I liked our serving against Lisle,” said IC Catholic Prep coach Nancy D’Amore. “We served very well and our ball control was really good. Serving and passing normally are our strengths. We had a strong showing in those areas. We kind of knew early on that we would struggle with attacking efficiency. We had a few blocks and that has been a point of emphasis and something we need to keep working on. The ability of putting the ball down has been a struggle. It was a struggle against Lisle and against Aurora Central.” IC Catholic Prep lost 25-22, 32-30 to Aurora Central Catholic in conference play. Reardon had 11 kills, five assists and eight digs. Hendricks had five kills, while Kaitlyn Falduto had three aces and eight digs. Curran had 12 sigs and one ace.

Trojans jjunior Rachel Stoll serves against the Knights on Friday night, Sept. 2.

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IC Catholic Prep senior Tess Reardon sets the ball against Timothy Christian during the 8-team tournament held at TC.

“What really got us against Aurora Central Catholic was serving. It was a little off,” said D’Amore. “When

Knights sophomore Nailah Landon celebrates a point against TC. The Trojans eventually won the match over IC.

things you count on do well, you have that consistency. When things are a little off, it exasperates the rest of it. The wheels kind of fell off for us serving. We struggled with ball control, but got it back together. We had a lot of blocking errors and a lot of unforced errors. If you have that and you are not as efficient as you need to be, offensively it becomes a

Timothy senior Ava Venema goes up high with a power move on IC.

struggle.” D’Amore had good things to say about her senior class early in the season. “The seniors are stepping up,” she said. “Tess is setting and playing outside and Giana is our libero. Those two have been good floor leaders. Katie Hendricks is doing a good job for us in the front row. Those three are the ones we will lean on all season.”

Timothy Christian boys golf team splits first four matches Knights Travel Basketball By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Timothy Christian boys golf team split its first four dual matches of the season. The Trojans scored wins over Riverside-Brookfield and Walther Christian and lost to Wheaton Academy and IC Catholic Prep. In the R-B victory at Carriage Greens, Jonny Strube had a 41 to lead the Trojans. Graham Loughead had the team’s second-lowest total. In the loss to Wheaton Academy at Oak Brook, Loughead had a 41. Strube and Brian Schiff also contributed scores. In the IC Catholic Prep match, Strube, Loughead, Daniel Mattox an Schiff were the Trojan’s leading scorers. Strube shot a team-low 44 in the win over Walther Christian at Western Acres. Loughead and Jack Rhiner each shot 45s, while Mattox had a 48. “We’re 2-2 and so far that’s a good start,” said Timothy Christian coach Jeff VanderNaald. “We have three matches (this week) and four matches the following week. It’s going to be a busy few weeks, but

the kids get along really well. They have the same intentions of getting better.” VanderNaald is seeing things he likes both in matches and practices. “Our practices are very productive,” he said. “They encourage each other to get better. It’s a good group to work with.” Strube, Loughead and Rhiner all are back from last year’s team. New seniors include Joey Davidson, Schiff and Michael Bogan. Also expected to help the varsity are freshmen AJ Vos, Alex Mitchell and Jason Grane, along with brothers James and Aidan Schervhein. “We were able to get a couple of wins starting out,” said VanderNaald. “We’ll figure some things out in the next few weeks. We’ll see how good we are. We need to get in a good rhythm and start stringing together wins.” VanderNaald said teams such as Illiana Christian and Chicago Christian are to be watched in the conference. “They have a lot of returning players,” he said. “The good thing is we play both of them at Oak Brook Golf Club. That works in our favor a little bit.”

IC Catholic Prep also downed Fenton by a 25-20, 25-19 count. Reardon had 11 assists, two kills and eight digs. Curran had 12 digs and one ace. Stovall had five kills and two aces. Landon had three kills and two blocks. IC Catholic Prep moved to 2-1 overall and 1-1 in conference play with the win. “I knew going into the week that we had a lot to look at,” said D’Amore last week. “We had a lot of opportunities to work on our weaknesses in a live game situation. It was tough to lose a conference match (against ACC). That’s not what we needed out of the gate. But we know we have to bounce back and make adjustments and make sure we get the kids in the best possible situation to rely on our strengths instead of focusing on weaknesses.”

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IC Catholic Prep golf team wins three matches

Knights’ boys soccer team defeats Evergreen Park; Cross-country program competes in Charleston

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep boys golf team opened the dual-meet portion of its schedule with three victories. The Knights scored a 157-180 win over Timothy Christian at Cog Hill in Lemont. Connon Leahy was the medalist with a 37. Troy Simonides had a 38, while Trey Morris and John Hoffman each had 41s. IC Catholic Prep also recorded a 164-182 win over Francis Parker in non-conference action at Sidney Marovitz Golf Course in Chicago. Morris was the medalist with a 39. Hoffman and Charlie Schoonveld each had 41s, while Leahy had a 43.

The Knights also recorded a 161180 win over Aurora Central Catholic at Phillips Park in Aurora. Leahy led IC Catholic Prep with a 37. Simonides had a 39, while Morris shot 40. Michael Hoffman, Maddie Hurt and Charlie O’Brien each added 45s. “It was a nice opening week with three wins on a wide variety of courses and with changing weather to test us,” said IC Catholic Prep coach Don Sujack. “Eight different people contributed scores, so everyone is involved. We have to get better, but I like what I’m seeing.” IC Catholic Prep was scheduled to play Riverside-Brookfield, Montini and Glenbard South this week.

IC Catholic Prep boys soccer The IC Catholic Prep boys soccer team scored a recent 2-1 win over Evergreen Park in non-conference play. “This was a good win for our young team,” said Knights coach Javier Andrade. The two teams played to a 1-1 stalemate in the first half. “The game was played with a lot of intensity,” Andrade added. Alex Meurer scored the gamewinning goal for the Knights with 26 minutes to play in regulation. Meurer had both IC Catholic Prep goals. In earlier action, the Knights dropped a 3-1 game to Montini in

non-conference play. Montini led 1-0 at halftime. “We came out very aggressive and scored within the first 10 minutes of the second half,” said Andrade. Francisco Monteon finished the Knights’ lone goal off a cross from the right from freshman Thomas Sloan. Andrade also lauded the play of goalie Zen Tverdokhlib. “Zen had a great night,” he said. “We played well despite the adverse score. We faced a very talented Montini team.” IC Catholic Prep cross country The IC Catholic Prep cross country program hit the road last week to compete in the Trojan invitational

hosted by Charleston High School at Eastern Illinois University. “The overnight trip is a great experience for the boys with a hotel stay Friday evening, a team dinner and a team bowling outing,” said IC Catholic Prep coach Jeff Fredrickson. Fredrickson lauded the support the program received from the IC Catholic Prep administration. “Thank-you for the support from school for allowing the team to dismiss early and travel,” he said. “It is these types of events the students will remember for a lifetime.” IC Catholic Prep was led in the meet by Casey Kristie and Eric James.

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Dukes’ girls golf team downs Oak Park-River Forest By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York boys cross-country team got off to an impressive start in a recent 15-50 West Suburban Conference Silver Division victory over Glenbard West at Berens Park. In the 3.0-mile varsity race, eight York runners crossed the finish line before the first Glenbard West one did. Charlie Kern Jr. won the race, edging out teammate Sean MacGregor (officially both were at 16:26). Jackson Bode (third) and Dom Castanoli (fourth) both crossed in 16:27, while Jack Gornick was fifth at 16:44. Creighton Wolff was sixth at 17:05, while Harrison Kennedy was

seventh at 17:07. Max Albers was eighth at 17:21. Eddie Pedote was 10th at 17:29. John Rosak was 16th at 17:46. At the sophomore level, York dropped a 22-33 decision to Glenbard West. York’s Brendan Hill won the 3.0-mile sophomore race in 17:17. Pierre Cuyeu was sixth at 18:18, while Jack Manning was seventh at 18:26. Calvin Carta was ninth in 18:51. Jack Condon was 10th at 19:19, while Danny Chrisman was 11th at 19:35. Billy Kluth was 12th at 19:47. Drew Opfer was 13th in 20:09, while Evan Swanson finished 14th at 20:47 and Alex Ford was 15th at 21:05. York won the freshman meet 1550. The Dukes had 25 of the first 26 finishers in the race, which covered 2.12 miles. Ethan Kern won the race in 11:29. Danny Klysh finished second at 12:11. Aidan Moran was third in 12:16. Sean Maher finished fourth at

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that was shortened due to darkness. Spedale was the medalist with a 41. Bartolone had a 43. Haley Blattner shot 48, while Rachel Perry and Claudia Schreiber each had a 49. York dropped a 152-223 WSC decision to Hinsdale Central at Ruth Lake Country Club. Diamond shot 52. Becker, Koeppen and Millins each had 57s. The Dukes’ JV team dropped a 164-197 decision to Hinsdale Central at Green Meadows. Spedale had a 47. Bartolone and Sika each shot 49, while Schreiber had a 52.

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IC Catholic Prep boys lacrosse player Max Czyzycki will go into his senior season with a rather impressive honor in his back pocket. Czyzycki was the recent recipient of the Naperville-based New Wave Lacrosse club’s ManUp award, which is given to a player who embodies sportsmanship, integrity, talent, honesty and hard work. The award is voted on by New Wave coaches, directors and staff. Czyzycki, a midfielder, plays for the New Wave Ion team. “I had no idea I was going to receive it,” Czyzycki told the Independent. “I wasn’t the star of the team or anything. I’m really happy I was recognized by my team and the club.” Czyzycki is in his third year playing with New Wave. “They have immensely improved my lacrosse game,” he said. “Before I started, I wouldn’t have considered myself an advanced lacrosse player. Now, I’ve improved in pretty much every aspect of the game.” Czyzycki wasn’t always a lacrosse player. He started out playing baseball and got the lacrosse bug when his older brother, Evan (who graduated from IC Catholic Prep this past school year), started. “I remember the last season of baseball I played,” he said. “I saw my brother playing it (lacrosse) and

having a lot of fun. That completely devastated my baseball game. I didn’t want to play it anymore. Lacrosse seemed so much more fun.” Czyzycki enjoys the pace of the sport. “It’s a highintensity game,” he said. “It’s not like football, which still gets pretty intense, but the flow of the game is different. Lacrosse is continuous. You always are on the go. I like the flow of the game a lot. I never like to stop.” Czyzycki, who said he most likely will look at playing club lacrosse in college, has a 4.48 gradepoint average at IC Catholic Prep and recorded a 30 on his ACT. He said he is considering business management or engineering academic pursuits posthigh school. At IC Catholic Prep Czyzycki has been a big part of the building of the Knights’ boys lacrosse program. “We’ve kind of built this up from the ground,” he said. “A lot of players didn’t play before. We’ve been able to help other people learn the game skill-wise. We’ve had some success the last few years and a lot of players have improved.” Czyzycki said he’ll keep plenty busy with the sport this winter with a program at New Wave. “We’ll travel to Florida and California for some more exposure tournaments and we’ll practice a couple times a week,” he said. “The club is pretty intense.” In addition to being a longtime team captain at IC Catholic Prep, Czyzycki was an all-conference selection in 2015 and 2016 and was the team’s second-leading scorer his sophomore season. He’ll be a four-year varsity starter come spring. Currently, Czyzycki, who enjoys exercising in his spare time, is a member of the IC Catholic Prep boys golf team.

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Dukes place second at Limestone invitational; Froshsoph team unbeaten By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

It has been a good couple weeks for the York boys golf program. The Dukes varsity team was off to a 3-1 start through its first four dual matches and also has a second-place tournament finish to their credit. York took second at the Limestone invitational near Peoria. York shot a 307 in the 20-team tournament. Mark Leali took third individually with a 72. Mitchell Russell was eighth with a 75. Tom Manning shot 79, while Kyle Kubycheck shot 81 and Josh LaBounty shot 82. York recorded a 158-161 West Suburban Conference crossover win over Downers Grove South. Leali shot 38, while Kubycheck shot 39. Russell shot 40 and Jake Czernik shot 41. In a 143-152 non-conference win over Maine South, Leali and Manning each shot 35. Jacob Wit shot 36,

while Russell had a 37. Blair Faber finished with a 38. York opened West Suburban Conference Silver Division play with a 155-266 win over Proviso West. Jake Brown shot 37, while Czernik and Aidan Mann each had 39s. Faber shot 40 and LaBounty shot 42. The Dukes then dropped a 161165 WSC Silver Division match to Lyons Township at LaGrange Country Club. Russell and Leali each shot 39. Brown had a 43, while Wit and Manning each shot 44. “We lost to a very good Lyons team,” said York coach Jim Borel. “It was a great high-school match and it could have gone either way. I’m very proud of how hard our kids are working to get better each day.” Through late last week, York was shooting 154.67 for nine holes. Leali was leading the team with a 36.8 average. Russell was at 38.2. Wit, Brown and Manning were averaging 40 for nine, while Manning was averaging 41.0 and Kubycheck was averaging 41.4. At the frosh-soph level, York was unbeaten through four duals and a tournament. York won the Lyons Township invitational with a 148

for nine holes. Mann had a 34, while Wit shot 35. Matt Buckley shot 39, while TJ Ptak and Mitchell Holmes each had 40s. York downed Downers Grove South 158-179. Wit had a 37. Preston Krause shot 40, while Faber also had a 40 and Buckley shot 41. In a win over Maine South, LaBounty shot 35. Buckley had a 36, while Mason Lampa shot 40 and Casey O’Malley had a 41. York shot 152 as a team. In a 156-157 WSC Silver win, LaBounty and Buckley each shot 38. O’Malley finished with a 40, while Mann and Ptak each had 41s. York won by forfeit against Proviso West. Through late last week, the Dukes’ frosh-soph was averaging 153.5 for nine holes. Wit was averaging a team-best 36.0. LaBounty was averaging 36.5, while Buckley was at 38.5 and Mann was at 39.3. “The frosh-soph team is currently undefeated and we probably will be giving them a chances to compete on the varsity level,” said Borel. York had conference matches scheduled this week against Oak Park-River Forest and Downers Grove North.

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ICCP boasts 19 AP Scholars for Academic Excellence IC Catholic Prep (ICCP) students qualified for 19 Advanced Placement (AP) Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on Advanced Placement exams, and added their first ever AP International Diploma Scholar. In total, the eighteen qualifying ICCP students earned a combined average score of 3.50, based on a scale from 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest possible score. Brendan O’Brien (Georgia Tech), a 2016 graduate of ICCP, qualified for the AP International Diploma (APID), granted to students across the globe who indicate a desire to study outside their

own country, receive an average score of at least 3 or higher on 5 or more AP Exams, and meet the APID criteria. O’Brien earned qualifying scores in English Literature and Composition, English Language and Composition, US Government, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, US History, World History and Spanish Language and Culture. Kaitlyn Grady (Class of 2017), Patrick Guinan (Class of 2016 – United States Naval Academy), Marc Natividad (Class of 2016 – University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign), Brendan O’Brien and Robert Vitek (Class of 2017)

qualified for the AP Scholar with Distinction Award by earning an average score of at least 3.50 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. Maeve Gillette (Class of 2016 – University of Michigan), Fiona Kordyban (Class of 2016 – Bradley University), and Sabrina Vorne (Class of 2017) qualified for the AP Scholar with Honor Award by earning an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams. Garrett Cheng (Class of 2016 – Northwestern University), Demi-

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New survey says Illinois living up to its reputation for corruption ILLINOIS NEWS NETWORK

A new survey says Illinois is living up to its reputation as one of the most corrupt states in America. Illinois State University professor Oz Dincer quizzed statehouse reporters across the country about their perception of political corruption in their state. Illinois scored about where you’d expect. Illinois scores high in illegal corruption. Dincer said illegal corruption is essentially cash for votes or benefits. The state is middle of the pack in legal corruption. Dincer defined legal corruption as quid-pro-quo. He said legal corruption can include casting votes to secure campaign

contributions or endorsements. Dincer said there are two steps Illinois has to take immediately to fight corruption. “First, government has to be transparent,” Dincer explained. “And secondly, once you have the transparency, people have to watch it.” The professor said that will take time in Illinois. “You don’t become corrupt overnight,” Dincer said. “So you can’t solve it with a couple of new rules and regulations.” Dincer said his survey revealed another worrying fact: Fewer and fewer states have reporters at the statehouse to watch government for signs of corruption and call out public officials.

Developments call future of Illinois’ Obamacare exchange into question ILLINOIS NEWS NETWORK

Between the skyrocketing rates and insurance providers leaving the marketplace, the future of Illinois’ Obamacare exchange has come into question. Illinoisans involved in the state’s public health exchanges are going to see less competition after a number of major insurers have left the exchange. Now, the Department of Insurance says the cheapest plans will see rate hikes between 45 and 55 percent. Aetna announced last month that it was pulling out of 11 of 15 of the state health exchanges they participate in, including Illinois. This is announcement comes shortly after United Healthcare announced it will no longer participate in the exchanges and Land of Lincoln Health announcing bankruptcy after suing the federal government for hundreds of millions of dollars it was owed.

“This could spell the end of the healthcare program,” said Jonathan Ingram, vice president of research for the Foundation for Government Accountability. “It’s only a matter of time before the exchange market collapses altogether.” Ingram said that once the providers leave, Illinois will see many former Obamacare patients using the emergency room for healthcare. “There will be a lot of people with no options whatsoever,” he said. Many of the exchange members will get notice of their rate hikes one week before the general election. Ingram thinks this could affect close races. “Most people won’t find out about the increases until a week before the election.” Health and Human Services press secretary Marjorie Connolly says they are confident that consumers in Illinois will continue to have affordable options for coverage next year.

Wet summer breaks 100 year state rainfall record ILLINOIS NEWS NETWORK

Illinois’ heavy rainfall in the last two months has broken records over 100 years old. July and August have seen record rainfalls in Illinois. The average totals in the months of July and August have ranged from 12 to 15 inches across the state. State Climatologist Jim Angel says the rains are far past normal. “We had a little over 13 inches for those two months combined and that’s about 5 inches above normal. It beats the old record set back in 1915. So that record stood for a long time, and we really crashed through that in the last couple of weeks,” he said.

Illinois Farm Bureau President Richard Guebert says the rain will be good for yields, but difficult for farmers. “It’s pretty tough to get the crop out of the ground, get it harvested, and to the marketplace,” he said. “Hopefully, it dries up, and we’re able to get the crops harvested and to town, so we can replenish the checkbook, you might say.” Angel adds that the above average humidities in August made living in the prairie state a little more uncomfortable. Southern Illinois got the brunt of the rains, averaging up to 15 inches in the two months. The northeastern corner of Illinois in Lake County was drier.

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he asked. “The pension debt is eating up nearly 20 percent of the state’s revenue base. “Ladies and gentlemen, the government is closing Illinois one day at a time in this state.” Baise said the pension crisis in government creates an uncertain business environment, leading to an exodus of manufacturing jobs. “They aren’t necessarily fleeing the state in droves,” he said. “But many have left. Some are just not expanding here when the opportunity or need arises. They look elsewhere.” Illinois’ $111 billion in unfunded pension liabilities is the most of any state in the country.

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get through states like Illinois,” he said. “You’re essentially asking lawmakers to vote against their own interest.” The National Conference of State Legislatures said 15 states have enacted some sort of term limits for their elected officials. On Wednesday, leaders of the Independent Maps Initiative petitioned the Supreme Court to rehear their case to add redistricting reform to this November’s ballot.

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countable.” In the days after the state high court’s ruling came down, legislative Democrats in competitive districts sent out mailers saying they supported and voted for a better form of independent redistricting reform. They’re largely referring to a pair of joint resolutions that were sent to the opposite chambers only to sit idle. Rauner called this “baloney.” “That was a cover-your-rearend move by those in power in the General Assembly,” he said. “They passed phony bills, as they often do to protect themselves from any attack. They have not voted for a true fair maps amendment. They have refused to vote on term limits even though it’s in a bill on their desks. Eighty percent of Democrats and Republicans support both measures.” More than two-thirds of incumbent Illinois politicians are not facing opposition in this November’s general election. Only four other states have a higher percentage of unopposed state legislative races. Rauner said redistricting reform went hand-in-hand with limiting lawmakers’ number of terms they can serve, something he championed in the months before the 2014 campaign. That citizens’ initiative was also struck down by Illinois judges. The state Supreme Court refused to hear the case to allow the ballot initiative in time to have been added to the November election. Speaker Madigan doesn’t openly oppose term limits, rather saying that he supports term limits as a function of voters deciding at the polls. Further, Rauner said career politicians are no longer accountable to their constituents. “We’ve got people locked in office for 20 years, 30 years, 40

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