Voters choose Kevin Patrick as Villa Park’s next village president
In a race of current trustees, Patrick defeats Jorge Cordova to win a four-year term as village president; Cordova will continue to serve as a village trustee
Kevin Patrick will be Villa Park’s next village president.
Patrick, who is currently a village trustee, prevailed over another village trustee—Jorge Cordova—in last week’s election to serve as Villa Park’s village president for the next four years.
According to the unofficial results from the April 1 election, Patrick received 2,146 votes, while Cordova earned 1,601 votes. Patrick won 57.27 percent of the vote in the race, while Cordova received 42.73 percent of the vote.
“From the bottom of my heart, thank you to everyone who supported me, shared encouraging words, and most importantly—got out and voted,” stated Patrick in a message he posted on social media after the election. “Your belief in a better future for Villa Park means everything to me.”
Patrick will succeed Villa Park Village President Nick Cuzzone, who did not run for a second term. Patrick will be sworn in as village president
at the upcoming Villa Park Village Board meeting on May 12.
“I’m especially proud that our campaign was positive, respectful, and focused on the issues that matter most to our community,” added Patrick.
“This was a team effort, and I’m so grateful to my family, friends, volunteers, and supporters who stood by me every step of the way.”
Patrick and Cordova both have two years remaining in their respective terms as village trustees. Cordova will remain on the village board in the position of village trustee, while Patrick’s ascendance to village president will create a vacancy in one of the six trustee positions. Patrick will appoint someone to fill that vacancy. That appointment will have to be approved by the village board.
“Thank you to everyone who supported me in this election,” stated Cordova in his post-election comments.
“While we didn’t get the result we hoped for, I respect the voters’ decision. I remain honored to serve as your Village Trustee, and I’m not going anywhere.”
In March, Cordova shared that Cuzzone and two former Villa Park village presidents (Al Bulthuis and Rae Rupp Srch) endorsed his campaign. Shortly before the election, Patrick announced that he had received the endorsement of one former Villa Park village president—Deborah Bullwinkel. Patrick also secured the endorsement of DuPage County Board Chair Deb Conroy.
our leaders to high standards. Let’s continue moving forward together.”
Six candidates ran for three available seats on the Villa Park Village Board in the April 1 election. Two current trustees—Jack Kozar and Deepasriya Kumar—were re-elected to new four-year terms. Tina Konstatos was also elected to the village board.
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According to the unofficial results, Kozar received 1,839 votes in the April 1 election, while Kumar garnered 1,823 votes. Konstatos received the third-most votes (1,666) in the six-candidate race. Konstatos edged Steve De La Rosa, who won 1,604 votes, in the race for the last available seat on the board. J.P. Hochbaum received 1,206 votes, while Greg Macek earned 1,124 votes.
Kozar, Kumar and Konstatos will be sworn in to fouryear terms on the board at the May 12 village board meeting. They will join Cordova
Patrick said last week that he will open up the opportunity for residents to apply for the position of serving the next two years on the village board before he appoints someone.
“My commitment to transparency and accountability remains unwavering,” added Cordova in his post-election statement. “Our village deserves leadership that puts the community first, free from undue influence. In my role, I will keep pushing for open, honest government and hold
Freshman Lindsey Rugg of the Willowbrook softball team is pictured while attempting to score a run during Friday’s game at Downers Grove South. Rugg tried to score from second base on a single by sophomore Katelyn Cox in the top of the second inning, when the game was tied at 2-2. Downers Grove South’s catcher tagged Rugg out at home plate for the third out of the inning. The Mustangs went on to defeat the Warriors 7-3 in the West Suburban Gold Conference contest. Wil-
lowbrook rebounded from Friday’s loss to post an 11-2 win in Saturday’s Hinsdale Central. The Warriors bashed three home runs in the second urday’s non-conference battle against the Red Devils of the West Conference. Senior Annemarie Knudtson, freshman Isabella Dugo Kayleigh Dennison provided the home runs. Dennison (No. 5) is background of the above photo. For more about the Warriors, see page
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Kevin Patrick won last week’s election to serve a fouryear term as Villa Park’s village president. Patrick, who is currently a trustee on the Villa Park Village Board, defeated fellow trustee Jorge Cordova in the April 1 election. According to the unofficial results, Patrick received 2,146 votes, while Cordova won 1,601 votes. Patrick will be sworn in as village president at the Villa Park Village Board meeting on May 12. He will succeed Nick Cuzzone, who did not seek a second term. “I’m just incredibly grateful to the residents of Villa Park for electing me as their next village president,” stated Patrick last week. “I’m excited to get to work and I’m looking forward to serving them in this role.” Patrick and his wife, April, are pictured with their three sons on Election Night at Villa Perk Coffee Co. Patrick and Cordova were both elected to four-year terms as village trustees in 2023. Cordova will continue to serve on the village board. After he becomes village president, Patrick will appoint someone to serve the remaining two years of his own term as village trustee. That appointment will require the village board’s approval.
Willowbrook High School’s Class of 2021 celebrated its commencement with two separate ceremonies in the school’s main gymnasium on Sunday morning. The entire class includes over 470 students. About half of those students attended the ceremony that began at 9 a.m. The others participated in the ceremony at 11 a.m. The photo shows members of the Willowbrook Senior Choir during the day’s first service. For more photos, see Page 4.
Willowbrook High School celebrated its homecoming last week. The week’s special activities included Friday afternoon’s homecoming parade, which took place in hot and sunny conditions. The parade procession began near Park Boulevard and Ardmore Avenue. Parade participants marched south on Ardmore before turning west onto Highridge Road and into the school’s north parking lot. Willowbrook’s marching band are pictured along the parade route. The also included several of the Warriors’ fall athletic teams, as well as members Villa Park Warriors Football and Cheer program.
Arbor Day in Villa Park
Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission, Village Trustee Cheryl Tucker, Villa Park Village President Albert Bulthuis, Villa Park Village Village President-Elect) Nick Cuzzone and Leslie Allison-Seei—chair of the Villa Park Commission. Arbor Day is observed on the last Friday of each April. The National Arbor has recognized Villa Park with Tree City USA designation for 36 straight years. To receive tion, a community must have a tree board or department, a tree-care ordinance, a comprehensive munity forestry program and an Arbor Day observance.
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Pre-trial release denied for two men accused of firing a weapon at 2023 Juneteenth celebration in unincorporated
Willowbrook
One of the suspects is a Villa Park resident
DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick and DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin announced last week that Judge Joshua Dieden granted the state’s motion to deny pre-trial release for a Chicago man accused of firing a handgun at a Juneteenth celebration in unincorporated Willowbrook in 2023.
Fredrick Turner, 20, appeared in court on April 2, and was charged with two counts of aggravated discharge of a firearm (a Class 1 felony) and one count of aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon (a Class 4 felony).
A second man, Franshun Jordan, 24, of Villa Park, who is also accused of firing a handgun at the celebration, appeared in court recently.
Judge Neal Cerne granted the state’s motion to deny Jordan pre-trial release. Jordan is charged with two counts of aggravated discharge of a firearm (a Class 1 felony).
On June 18, 2023, at approximately 12:24 a.m., deputies with the DuPage
County Sheriff’s Office were alerted to gunshots fired at a Juneteenth celebration in a strip mall parking lot near Kingery Highway and Honeysuckle Rose Lane in unincorporated Willowbrook. Upon their arrival, deputies learned that Reginald Meadows, 31, of Willowbrook, had been shot and killed, and that more than 20 individuals had been injured.
Following an investigation into the matter led by the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, it is alleged that while in attendance at the Juneteenth celebration, Turner and Jordan were standing outside of a beauty supply store.
It is alleged that at some point in time, Turner became agitated and began running
toward the parking lot between cars.
It is further alleged that Turner was chasing another individual when he began shooting not only at the individual but also into a dense crowd.
It is alleged that when the shooting began, Jordan ran into an alcove near the front of the beauty supply store. It is further alleged that Jordan emerged from the alcove, began running through the parking lot between cars, and then began shooting in the direction of people fleeing the scene both on foot and in cars. It is alleged that after the shooting, both men separately fled the scene.
On April 1, 2025, deputies with the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office took Turner into custody.
On March 29, 2025, deputies with the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office took Jordan into custody.
An investigation into the matter continues. Anyone with information is asked to contact the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office at 630-4072400.
Fredrick Turner Franshun Jordan
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Villa Park Police Department reminds motorists: Put the phone away or pay
The Villa Park Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), the Illinois State Police and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to step up enforcement efforts across the state during April in recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
“Distracted driving is dangerous, claiming 58 lives in Illinois in 2023. We need everyone’s support in making our roads safer, which includes staying focused behind
the wheel,” said Sgt. James Cihak of the Villa Park Police Department.
“We’re excited to support IDOT’s efforts in educating all road users about the importance of putting your phone away, setting your navigation before your trip begins and driving distraction-free.”
“It has become all too common to see people driving down the road while looking at their phones,” said Cihak.
“People know texting and driving is both dangerous and illegal, but they do it anyway,
putting themselves and others at risk. During April, you will see increased law enforcement efforts as officers stop and ticket anyone who violates distracted driving and other Illinois motor vehicle laws.”
In Illinois, using your phone in anything other than hands-free mode is not only dangerous, but also illegal. Put the phone away or pay.
The Illinois distracted driving campaign is funded with federal traffic safety funds administered by IDOT.
4 areas to watch when filing your last-minute tax return
With the April 15 tax deadline fast approaching, the rush to file federal and state tax returns is on, but racing through preparation might inadvertently raise some red flags with the IRS or Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR).
Here are four areas to watch when preparing and filing your tax returns.
Income
Most earned income is reported to both you and the government on the applicable tax forms, like W-2, 1099-B, 1099-DIV, 1099-INT, 1099K, 1099-MISC, 1099-NEC, 1099-R, and SSA-1099, among others.
If the income you report on your federal and state tax returns doesn’t match IRS and state records, you could find yourself receiving information requests or even facing fines.
To avoid issues, take your time to ensure all your income forms are accounted for before preparing your tax returns—and confirm the proper totals are entered accurately. Also, remember that there are no forms for some taxable income, like proceeds from renting out your vacation property, meaning you’re responsible for reporting that income on your own. Keeping thorough records can help you avoid costly mistakes.
Investment sales
Selling an investment is generally a taxable event in the year of the sale. To determine your tax liability, you’ll need to know when you purchased the investment, how much you paid, when you sold it, and how much you sold it for.
Financial institutions are typically required to provide this information on Form 1099-B, but there are situations where you might be responsible for providing these details yourself:
• Stocks (including real estate investment trusts) acquired before Jan. 1, 2011.
• Mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs),
and dividend reinvestment plans acquired before Jan. 1, 2012.
• Bonds, derivatives, and options acquired before Jan. 1, 2014.
• Cryptocurrency transactions, which often require self-reporting.
To avoid errors and potential IRS inquiries, maintain detailed records of all investment purchases and sales. Be sure to report all transactions accurately, both those provided on tax forms and any you’re responsible for documenting.
Credits and deductions
The IRS and IDOR scrutinize tax credits and deductions to discourage abuse and unsupported claims. Consider charitable or other itemized deductions, for instance, which could be a red flag if they’re especially large, unusual, or lack documentation.
It’s important to keep meticulous records that support any credits and deductions you claim on your tax returns.
Incorrect information
Simple mistakes can create big problems. A mistyped income figure, misspelled name, an incorrect Social Security number, outdated direct deposit information, or a missing signature can all cause problems and delays in processing your tax returns, including rejection.
Before filing, carefully review every field on your tax return for accuracy. Taking a few extra minutes to verify your information can help you avoid unnecessary headaches.
Know your deadlines
The final rush to file federal and state tax returns can be stressful, but missing deadlines can be costly. So, remember, for most taxpayers, the key deadlines are:
• April 15, 2025. This is the deadline to file your federal and state tax returns or request a six-month filing extension, as well as pay any taxes owed.
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KATHERINE JOHNSON, 99
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als, soccer games, swim meets and school activities.
• Oct. 15, 2025. This is the deadline to file your federal and state tax returns if you requested a filing extension. Importantly, even if an extension is granted, any taxes owed must still be paid by April 15, 2025, to avoid penalties and interest.
For Illinois taxpayers, an approved federal filing extension automatically extends your Illinois tax filing deadline. However, if you owe Illinois state tax, you must submit Form IL505-I, Automatic Extension Payment for Individuals, by April 15, 2025, to avoid late payment penalties and interest. Taking a few extra minutes to review your tax returns can save you from costly mistakes. If in doubt, the Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS) reminds taxpayers that CPAs, certified public accountants, are ready to help.
CPAs are strategically positioned to prepare and file your tax returns and help manage your taxes and personal finances all year long. ICPAS’ free “Find a CPA” directory can help you find the trusted, strategic advisor that’s right for you based on location, types of services needed, and languages spoken. Find a CPA at www.icpas.org/findacpa.
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and Cari Alfano on the new village board. That new board will then consider approval of whoever Patrick appoints to serve as a village trustee for the next two years.
Village trustee Jack Corkery, who was elected to a four-year term in 2021, did not seek a second term.
The unofficial results stated that no candidates officially ran to serve a four-year term as Villa Park’s village clerk. Rolf Laukant reportedly won that race with 527 write-in votes. Longtime Villa Park Village Clerk Hosanna Korynecky received 451 write-in votes.
‘Kay’ Marie Smith Johnson of Ashland, Ohio, and formerly of Villa Park, IL passed away on March 30, 2025, at the age of 99. She was born on June 9, 1925, in Chicago, IL to Frank J. and Mary (nee Nagy) Smith. She graduated from Steinmetz High School in Chicago in January 1943 and a few years later, on June 26, 1948, married Alfred Herbert Johnson to whom she was married 56 years and had three children. Throughout her married life, Kay was a homemaker, focusing her time and energy supporting her family in all their endeavors. She was an active member of Community Congregational Church of Villa Park where she was a member of Martha Circle and choir and volunteered her time as a deacon and helping with the Clothes Closet. She enjoyed traveling and instilled a desire to see our country and the world in her children. Kay was a devoted mother and the best grandma ever. Her grandchildren could do no wrong and no matter where they were in the country, grandma and grandpa would always visit. Traveling was difficult by the time she had great-grandchildren but she always asked about them and enjoyed videos of dance recit-
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, special friend Ralph Black and her two brothers, Elmer (Alice) Smith and Andrew (Eleanor) Smith.
She is survived by her children Susan (Scott) Raivio of West Linn OR, Nancy (Michael) Udolph of Ashland, OH and Kurt (Beth) Johnson of Fairfax, VA.; her grandchildren Steven (Amber) Udolph of Lawrenceville, GA, Gregory (Charis) Udolph of Tyler, TX, Matthew (Tracy) Raivio of San Jose, CA, Logan (Trista) Raivio of Wilsonville, OR, and Gabriela Johnson of New York City, NY; her great-grandchildren Cole, Hudson, Kaylee, Layne, Owen, Reid, Sullivan and Wyatt; her niece, Carole Dublinski of Arlington Heights, IL and her nephew, Kenneth Smith of Palatine, IL.
The family would like to thank the staff of Lutheran Village of Ashland and the staff of Gentiva Hospice for the care, kindness and compassion they showed Kay in her final days.
A family memorial service will be held at a later date. Interment will be at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL. Donations in Katherine’s memory can be made to her favorite charities: Shriners Children’s Hospital (https:// donate.lovetotherescue.org/) or National Parks Conservation Association (https://www.npca. org/give/memorial-tribute-giving). Neptune Society is in charge of arrangements.
Resident celebrates
his 90th birthday
York Township Supervisor John W. Valle (left) recently surprised Oakbrook Terrace resident Carl Kagebein (right) with a birthday cake for his 90th birthday. Kagebein is a regular with the York Township Senior Nutrition program and enjoys having lunch with friends at the township’s congregate dining. “We wish Carl a happy and healthy birthday,” said Valle. “He is a regular here at York Township Senior Center and we wanted to show him how much we care.”
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Slices of life
Dirt in the bedroom — a tragic love story
We all have portions of our lives that we’d rather not disclose to the public. In fact, most of us don’t have to go too far to realize what those things are. Because we already know— all too well.
Am I right?
So the discourse I’m about to write here is done so with a fair amount of discord. My heart is tugging at it’s own strings. Maybe honesty isn’t always the best policy. But then again, perhaps it will set me free.
I don’t know which adage to abide by, much less believe, so I’m going to go with my gut on this one and simply lay (or would it be lie?) the ugly truth right there on the line.
Forgive me for my transgressions, as I try to forgive myself. My dirty truth has to do with bedrooms, and the messiness of life.
But it’s not what you might be thinking; I’m not talking about that type of messiness.
I’m referring to the ceiling fan.
My story does include a component of love, which unfortunately doesn’t have anything to do with me at the moment. It has to do with the aforementioned ceiling fan. The spinning blades are currently having a torrid love affair with a thick and rather busty layer of dust.
It’s a provocative, dirty, unmentionable situation, but real. So very, very real.
The two of them—the ceiling fan and the dust— have become inseparable. Despite their differences they are literally drawn to
By JILL PERTLER Columnist
one another. The bond is undeniable. Each night they cavort in a dizzying dance overhead my bed.
I believe they are in love. Despite their differences. Despite the obstacles. Despite the risks.
Because love knows nothing of differences, obstacles or risks.
Love only understands love.
And when it is pure (albeit dirty) love is beautiful.
I’m not ready to profess the love between my ceiling fan and its dust-bride is beautiful, but I will say it is nonconforming and persistent.
I separate the two as best I can, because that is what a responsible and cleanlinessseeking homeowner does.
But dust—bride that she is—will not be thwarted. She finds a way to return to her beloved fan blades and together the two circulate the ceiling morning and night, spinning to their own silent song. Twirling and swirling like only two lovebirds can. Their attraction to one another is magnetic—almost like it defies gravity. Like it is magic.
Which I guess love is, when it is truly meant to be.
Which brings me to the big, unanswered question: Is the love between my ceiling
Coming events
Collection for Teen Parent Connection
From now through April 30, Rep. Terra Costa Howard’s office is collecting essential items for Teen Parent Connection in Glen Ellyn: diapers (especially in need of size 4), baby wipes, adult body wash, sunscreen and toothbrushes for kids, and toothpaste. To schedule a drop-off time or porch pick-up, please contact us at reptch42@gmail.com or 630-812-9292. You can also donate through our Amazon Wishlist at www.amazon. com/hz/wishlist/ls/4ABWM7F6MJWN?ref_=wl_share.
fan and its dust bride meant to be? Is it part of the great plan—part of the world order? Is it something bigger than me—or even bigger than you?
That’s the million-dollar question and I’m not sure I have the answer. I do know that I have done my best— over the years and even decades—to keep my ceiling fan free from dust, and my efforts have been nothing if not in vain. No matter what I do, no matter how diligent I am, no matter all my best and very thrilling attempts to use the latest technology (or pillowcases) to keep my ceiling fan undustingly pristine – dust and blades continue to find one another, over and over and over again, in a deja vu that simply keeps repeating itself.
It’s like it was meant to be.
Sort of like true love.
And who am I to question something as big and large and wonderful as that? Besides, my bedroom has another issue, which I believe may be related (and multiplying).
The ceiling fan and its dust-bride have been consorting in ways I don’t want to imagine and in the process have created mini dust offspring. They reside under the bed, like little bunnies. I’d call it inconceivable, if I hadn’t witnessed it myself.
Jill Pertler is an awardwinning syndicated columnist, published playwright and author. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.
Costa Howard explains Illinois Homeschool Act
By State Rep. Terra Costa Howard
Parents have rights. Children have rights. As legislators, it’s our job to protect those rights in ways that are thoughtful, effective, and reasonable.
As vice-chair of the House Adoption and Child Welfare Committee, I introduced the Homeschool Act because I was deeply troubled by a recent investigation by Capitol News Illinois and ProPublica. Their investigative journalists found multiple cases of devastating abuse of children who had been pulled from school and kept isolated.
After reading the articles, I did some checking and found that, unlike 38 other states, Illinois currently has no laws on the books to hold parents accountable when they take on the responsibility of educating their children at home.
So I introduced HB2827, the Illinois Homeschool Act, which will put a few common-sense rules in place.
to protect children from being isolated in desperate situations.
Just as importantly, those declarations will protect homeschooling parents from nosy neighbors who want to know why kids are hunting pollinators in the back garden instead of sitting in a classroom. If someone makes a truancy report to the regional office, a quick check of the records will show that those children are being homeschooled.
Under the Illinois Homeschool Act, parents also will be asked to maintain a simple portfolio showing their child’s schoolwork. These types of portfolios are already pretty standard for most homeschoolers because they help parents and children track academic progress. They also can be required for college admissions and scholarship applications, and they are crucial for students who shift from homeschooling to another educational environment.
District 44 Music Parents Pancake Day April 12 Pancake Day is the Lombard District 44 Music Parents Association (MPA) largest fundraising event of the year. Profits go directly back to our music students: Funds raised are used to award scholarships, fund events and purchase uniforms for our music students. A $5 ticket gets you unlimited pancakes, sausage, coffee, juice and beautiful music for you to enjoy as band, choir and orchestra students perform during the breakfast. This year’s event is Saturday,
April 12, from 7:30 a.m. to noon in the Glenn Westlake Middle School cafeteria.
Join Troop 51 for GameCon 2025 Scouts BSA Troop 51 invites prospective new Scouts to join them at GameCon hosted by Three Fires Council on Saturday, April 12, at Camp Big Timber in Elgin. It will be a day of fun and fellowship featuring board games, card games, role-playing games and more. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Scoutmaster John Rossi at johnqrossi@gmail.com.
Under the Act, a parent will file a Homeschool Declaration Form with the local public school district, to be sent the Regional Office of Education, stating their intention to school their child at home. That declaration form will help
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SHE Single Mothers Support Group on Sunday, April 13, 12:15 p.m. at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 149 W. Brush Hill Road, 60126. We offer a complimentary lunch for all who attend and free child care (ages
infants-12 years). Join other single mothers for a time of fun, fellowship, and support. RSVP to elmhurstcrc.org/she.
Program on Alzheimer’s at Plum Library April 16 Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Resource Drop-in Wednesday, April 16, from 4-6
For others, the task of filing a piece of paper with their local school will not impose much of a burden— especially not when compared with the new protections it will provide, both for their own families and for children at risk of abuse.
It has been deeply upsetting to hear from constituents who have been targeted with misinformation about this bill—especially because that misinformation seems to be coming from politically motivated partisans who don’t really care about our children and their educations. As the chief sponsor of the Homeschool Act, I am proud of this simple, common-sense bill. I believe it will respect and protect the rights of homeschooling families while helping to keep our most vulnerable children from falling through the cracks.
Terra Costa Howard represents the 42nd District, which includes most of Lombard and parts of Villa Park.
I believe the majority of homeschooling parents take that responsibility seriously and provide their children with good, personalized educations. For those parents, this new law will have virtually no impact. Many are already connected with their local school districts, either to access specialized services such as speech therapy or to include their children in team sports.
p.m. Do you have questions or want to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia? Drop in to learn about signs, symptoms, caregiver resources, healthy habits and more. Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Community Engagement Coordinator, Leann Donovan, will be at the library to answer your questions.
In a letter to the editor on April 3, David Smith from the Illinois Family Institute claims that school administrators fear their districts are losing “tax resources” due to declining enrollment. As a taxpayer, we residents of a school district pay taxes to the district whether or not we have/had children in school. The parents are paying taxes for an “empty” desk, so to speak: but still the same tax dollars are pouring in. How is that losing revenue? While I agree with him and other pundits that legislators need to focus on the quality of public-school education our tax dollars are paying for, I see no problem with oversight to make sure homeschooled kids are also getting a quality education. I don’t agree with criminalizing a lack of paperwork on the parents’ part, but when he says the bill is “diminishing educational freedom,” isn’t allowing kids to be homeschooled educational freedom? Just like schools are supposed to be held accountable for students’ education, so should those who choose to homeschool their kids be held accountable.
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I read the Capitol News Illinois story in the March 13 issue about an Illinois bill, sponsored by Terra Costa Howard, that supposedly “aims to add some oversight” of families who homeschool their children. State oversight will purportedly help to “ensure these students receive an education and are protected from harm.” That’s rich. I
would argue that parents who homeschool their children do so exactly to accomplish those two goals—ensure their kids receive an education and keep them from harm. Is the state doing a good job of educating children? Not according to the data I’ve seen. Terra Costa Howard should focus more on improving public schools.
Editor’s note: An op-ed by Terra Costa Howard which addresses the Illinois Homeschool Act is on Page 4.
I live on Grace Street in Lombard north of the tracks. I lived there for over 20 years. We have trucks that are large, very large, and cars that race down Grace Street. Never had this problem before. It is really awful.
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The DuPage County “blue” movement has trickled down to Lombard, with Democrats trouncing the Republicans in York Township. Also, I think the Helen Plum Library trustee race was a foregone conclusion, based partly on misinformation about the socalled “solidarity party” candidates; but then, they did not seem to articulate their platform well enough, so that’s on them. Regardless, the liberal thinkers seem to throw money at problems, and conservatives focus on fiscal responsibility. As a senior citizen on a semi-fixed income, I implore all the stewards of our tax dollars to be fiscally responsible and not keep raising taxes, not find new ways to spend my money; work with what you have. As for the library,
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I always questioned how that new, larger library would be sustainable in the future— extra staff, utilities, maintenance, etc.—without raising taxes every year. Be on the lookout for tax increases. As for the township, the outgoing Republicans said they were looking for ways to reduce property taxes, so to the Democrats now in office, can you say the same? My senior exemption is so small it is barely noticeable. And I don’t understand why these local races need to be partisan in the first place.
I see the Village of Lombard is considering implementing a one percent grocery sales tax, to replace the state sales tax of one percent, which will be eliminated the end of the year.
I urge a “no” vote. The village brings in $1 million a year in grocery sales tax. Lombard should do their own government efficiency examination and see what kind of savings, waste and abuse is happening. I am sure they can make their budget work without the grocery tax. What would be wrong with reducing or eliminating a tax; that never happens for residents. This would be less than one tenth of one percent of the village budget. I urge the Village of Lombard Board of Trustees to not implement the local grocery tax.
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Last week in the Speak Out column, someone cited a report that described how to destroy a government from within. Each one of those actions is being expertly executed by Trump. Congressman Casten and our other elected Democrats have their hands tied by the familiar lock-step support of Trump by the Senate which has a razor-edge majority. Now people are trying to stop the wholesale firing, the transfer of people to El Salvador without due process, and the closing down of government agencies by going through the courts. But Trump will never give in. Now he has Speaker Johnson saying that he and Trump have the power to get rid of some of the federal courts. We are living in the early stages of an authoritarian regime. Does anyone want this?
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The Democrats spent four years opening our border up while they did nothing to address the crushing national debt. Now they are condemning Trump for rooting out fraud, waste and inefficiencies in the federal government. My only question is why do Democrats hate this country so much?
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Raja Krishnamoorthi and Sean Casten shovel out a lot of pabulum in their self-serving statements. You would think they’d be able to get around to condemning the violence
against Tesla dealerships and Tesla owners.
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It’s another spring in Chicagoland. Within a few days, we’ve seen temperatures in the 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s. Of course, the climate zealots will continue to peddle their scare-mongering, telling us that recent years have been the “hottest years ever.” What nonsense. For one thing, these zealots manipulate their figures, such as the “average global temperature,” which is a phony statistic. What’s the average temperature of the planet right now? What’s the average temperature in the USA right now, or in Illinois? The temperature varies in different areas, of course, and people who compile data can manufacture that data to arrive at a desired result. The same people who are crying about global warming are some of the same people who warned us of a coming Ice Age. Many of these people also told us we were going to run out of food, oil, etc. These zealots have no credibility.
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So Trump says Hegseth had nothing to do with the leak of combat plans. Wow! Hegseth is defense secretary and led the meeting of classified information. So, another Trump lie and more proof that Hegseth knows little or nothing about his job.
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DuPage is now solidified as a Democratic county. All the people moving west from Chicago and Cook County because of crime, high taxes and incompetent politicians are now moving into DuPage and bringing their Democratic votes with them. How soon until DuPage is in the same crooked, debt ridden status as Cook County and Chicago?
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Trump’s tariffs are just a tax on U.S. citizens. Taxing foreign companies will force them to raise their price, therefore foreign goods will cost more money. The real solution is for the rich to pay their fair share. We should raise corporate tax rates on U.S. companies to balance the budget. And I’m sure they won’t raise their prices or reduce wages and benefits for American workers. Doesn’t that make perfect sense? We should all band together and support these foreign companies who use slave labor to flood our market with cheap goods. If we don’t, they may be forced to move their manufacturing into the U.S. and employ American citizens. We can’t have this because it would decrease unemployment and increase demands for new employees. That in return would drive up wages for American workers. These Americans workers and poor foreign companies would then have to pay tax to our federal
government. If you’re reading this and nodding your head in agreement, you should probably seek psychiatric treatment. And above all remember: orange man bad.
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“Trade is an economic alliance that benefits both countries.” “There are no losers, only winners, and trade helps strengthen the free world.”
“Our peaceful trading partners are not our enemies.” All quotes from President Ronald Reagan in a 1988 speech in which he warned against the use of tariffs. And financial “experts” say to just wait, admitting it may get worse it will get better. But even if that is true, it is the “worse” that is hurting many of us right now.
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More dictator action—now Trump is ignoring federal court orders! People want to ignore him, but this is serious and will affect all of our lives if he is not stopped. So glad more and more Republicans are getting disgusted with Trump!
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As Shaun Thompson of WIND-AM 560 often says, everything that the Democrat Party does is to aid illegal aliens from Latin America and Hamas terrorists in the Middle East. The Democrat Party does not care for the situation of its natural-born citizens. They have become a globalist party. They are a corrupt party and hopefully Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s great work will root out and expose this massive corruption. Any party that has half its Senate voting against a fentanyl bill does not have the best interests of Americans in its heart.
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Someone called in a talk show I happened to be listen-
ing to the other day, and the caller made a great point. Millions were allowed into this country illegally over the last four years, and yet Biden, his useless director of homeland security and his useless attorney general did next to nothing to stop it. Now, the left is running to the courts to stop the deportation of Venezuelan gang members and those here illegally who have committed crimes. What a country we live in!
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If you want to protest peacefully outside a Tesla dealership, or not buy a Tesla, or sell your Tesla because you hate Elon Musk, fine. You have every right to do so. But I have no tolerance for these lowlife woke regressive leftist vandals and arsonists who have targeted Tesla cars, dealerships and charging stations across the country in recent weeks under the guise of resistance. I hope Pam Bondi and the Justice Department throw the book at these criminals.
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As someone who has supported Trump, I find all his doubling down on these tariffs very disheartening. Trump wants us to hang in there. How much longer? My IRA has lost 9 percent of its value since the beginning of the year. Should I just take one for the team and watch my IRA lose another 10 or 20 percent its value? If the stock market continues to go south, and these tariffs start a full-fledged trade war or a recession, Trump and the Republicans will get their lunch handed to them in the midterm elections. It pains me to say that because the last thing I want to see are more tax and spend Democratic windbags back in power.
Coming events
‘You Can’t Take It With You’ April 17-19 at Glenbard West
Glenbard West Theatre will present its spring comedy, “You Can’t Take It With You”, from April 17-19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Larry Shue
Auditorium at Glenbard West High School, 670 Crescent Blvd. in Glen Ellyn. Tickets are $10. Purchase tickets online at https:// search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/glenbardwest/buy-tix.
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GPS program explores how emotions, feelings impact our lives
Gilda Ross believes there currently is “a crisis of stress,” and that getting in touch with our feelings and emotions is one way to provide valuable information that can help us better understand our values in life.
It is fitting, then, that she chose Dr. Susan David for the Wednesday, April 16, GPS Parent Series* program to present “Emotional Agility: Skills to Navigate Change and Embrace Self-Compassion”: David is an expert who has been called one of the world’s leading “management thinkers.”
David is an award-winning Harvard Medical School psychologist; a TED Talk presenter on the topic of emotional agility; a contributor to the New York Times, Washington Post and Wall Street Journal; has appeared on national radio and television; and is co-founder of the Institute of Coaching, a
Discussion to include the concept of ‘self-compassion’
Harvard Medical School McLean affiliate.
She is the author of the best-selling book “Emotional Agility: Get Unstuck, Embrace Change and Thrive in Work and Life”; and is a sought-after advisor, with clients from the United Nations, Google, Microsoft and many other national and multinational organizations.
Ross, who is the Glenbard High School District 87 student and community projects coordinator, described that David will discuss “how to manage your thoughts and feelings,” in order to develop “an appreciation of what you’re feeling, what’s impacting your values … in this fast-paced world.”
It’s also about “reframing stress a little bit,” she added. “Rather than avoiding feelings, acknowledging them as they come up.”
“Susan wants you to look for
patterns,” Ross continued, that will contribute to developing emotional agility. “Label them, have some insight, accept feelings and [have] self-compassion.”
Once we process our feelings and emotions, we can then ask, “How do I need to take action?” the coordinator posed.
David will be in conversation with Dr. Kristin Neff, considered by Ross and others to be a “thought leader,” and who is associate professor of Human Development and Culture in the Educational Psychology Department at the University of Texas at Austin.
She is a pioneer in the field of “self-compassion,” and is the author of several books, including “Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself,” and “Fierce Self-Compassion: How Women Can Harness Kindness to Speak Up, Claim Their Power
and Thrive.”
Neff has developed a theory about, and created a scale to measure, self-compassion, and has written numerous academic articles on the subject.
According to Ross, Neff basically poses the challenge: “If we would only talk to ourselves as we would talk to our best friend.”
She emphasized that the
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program will be “useful information for parents [and] useful for kids.”
“Emotional Agility” will take place virtually through Zoom on Wednesday, April 16, at noon and 7 p.m. Visit GPSparentseries.org for details.
To be placed on a reminder list for GPS events or submit a question in advance, contact Ross at gilda_ross@glenbard. org or 630-942-7668.
The Village of Lombard welcomed new and promoted members of the police and fire departments, including new Firefighter/Paramedic Sebastien Gonzalez (top left), who was sworn in by Village Clerk Liz Brezinski as his girlfriend looks on. Also pictured are (above middle, left to right) Police Chief Joe Grage and Fire Chief Rick Sander. Village President Keith Giagnorio (above right) said that “This is one of the best parts of being president,” seeing both veteran and new first responders and their families, the latter of whom make many sacrifices. Village Manager Scott Niehaus (left) echoed that sentiment, saying, “Look around the room,” which was filled with fellow first responders, family members and well-wishers. The first responders, added Giagnorio, exhibit “pride in the village, pride in their job.”
GPS Parent Series is supported and/or sponsored by many organizations, foundations, community partners (such as libraries), the DuPage County Health Department and healthcare providers; and has partnered with well over 40 school districts—from as far away as East Moline School District 37 and Richmond-Burton District 157.
Many of the programs also offer continuing professional development units.
*Ross noted that what was launched in District 87 and originally called the Glenbard Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families, or GPS, is now referred to simply as the GPS Parent Series, because it is open to all interested individuals and families, no matter where they live, as the series has gained national recognition over the last 30 years.
Help save a life-donate blood at Lombard’s Spring Blood Drive
The Village of Lombard is hosting a Spring Blood Drive on Tuesday, April 15, and is inviting residents to donate blood to help save lives.
As a form of appreciation, donors with blood types O+, O-, A+, A-, B+ and B- who schedule an appointment and enter the promo code SHOWERS in the notes will receive a $15 e-gift card. An appointment is required to qualify. The blood drive will begin at the lower level of Yorktown Shopping Center, outside of Von Maur, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and continue at the First Church of Lombard Fellowship Hall, 220 S. Main St., from 1:30-7 p.m.
Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. By donating blood, individuals can make a life-saving difference in the lives of those who rely on these donations to treat cancer, chronic illnesses and traumatic injuries.
It is important to note that if you feel ill, you are advised to stay home and reschedule your appointment for a later date. However, healthy individuals are encouraged to keep their appointments and will undergo a health screening process prior to their donation. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are also welcome.
For more information, contact Blood Drive Coordinator Carol Bauer at (630) 620-5712 or visit www.villageoflombard. org/blooddrives.
Dr. Susan David
Dr. Kristin Neff
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PEGGY ANN KIEFER, 76
Peggy Ann Kiefer, nee Schar, age 76, of Lombard, Illinois.
Beloved wife of the late Robert “Bob” Kiefer; loving mother of Jennifer and Eugene; dear daughter of the late Helen, nee Zimmerman, and the late Richard Schar; devoted grandmother of Robert, Emmeleth, and Emphraim; greatgrandmother of Antonia and Mackenzie; fond sister of the late Gary Schar; loving sister-in-law of Vicki Moran and Linda Kiefer; aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Memorial Mass was held Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Christ the King Catholic Church, 1501 S. Main Street Lombard, Illinois. Interment private.
In lieu of flowers donations to American Heart Association and American Diabetes Association are appreciated.
Funeral info: steuerlefh. com or (630) 832-4161.
JUDITH A. KUSCHEL, 82
Judith A. “Judy” Kuschel, 82, of Lombard, Ill., passed away Friday, April 4, 2025. A graveside service was held Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Glen Oaks Cemetery 4301 Roosevelt Road, Hillside, Ill. Info: www.brustfuneralhome.com or 888-629-0094.
ELLEN CARRINE WOLATZ
Ellen Carrine Wolatz, born April 6, 1942, to Alice and Leroy Lovstad, died Sunday, March 23, 2025.
Ellen will be dearly missed by her devoted husband, Mike; brothers Bill Lovstad and Ned Lovstad; daughters Marni Tews, Randi Grzenia, and Amy (Jon) Szostak; and grandchildren Sara (Daniel) Tews, Gary Tews, Kelli Tews, Cori (Mary) Grzenia, Conner Grzenia, Cole Szostak, and Maxwell Szostak, as well as a multitude of extended family and friends.
Ellen moved to 245 Brewster Street in Lombard by the age of three. She spent her entire life in Lombard with the exception of a few years in her late teens and early twenties. She loved to travel, serve her community, and spend time with family.
Ellen developed a passion for travel at an early age with her parents who were avid campers. The family
traveled around the country staying at national and state parks enjoying nature, scenery and each other. Her father, Leroy, favored an early launch. As the story goes, they would awake to the sound of air seeping out of their mattress because he had loosened the valves at the crack of dawn.
She met her future husband, Mike, when they both worked at the Lombard Jewel as teenagers. After they married, Ellen shared her travel passion with Mike, and they committed to summer vacations traveling across the U.S. and Canada. After they retired, they were able to take extended trips visiting their relatives in Norway and Germany. Their travels took them to many places including Ecuador and as far as China to hike the Great Wall.
She was also a woman of faith and service. Her mantra was that the only way to have peace in the world is to act as if it is here today. She lived this belief through unbiased kindness and touching the lives of everyone along her path. She was a quiet progressive, holding an unshakable conviction in the inherent dignity and worth of every individual she met.
She was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of Lombard and spent decades in United Methodist Women leadership roles. She volunteered countless hours cooking for church events, teaching Sunday school, organizing their holiday bazaar, staffing the clothing pantry and coordinating the rummage sales.
Looking through the decades of calendars she left behind, it was common to see 4-5 days a week reserved for church and community obligations.
What Ellen enjoyed more than anything was spending time with her family. She thrived in hosting family events and holidays, both at home and at “The Lake”. She enjoyed the theater and anything that involved her children and grandchildren, attending concerts, dance recitals, plays and sporting events. She was a staple at the Lilac Parade, Taste of Lombard and other local festivities—a true Lombardian, through and through.
A celebration of life service will be held at the First United Methodist Church of Lombard on May 10th at noon. All are welcome.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to UMCOR.
Results from the April 1 consolidated election
Editor’s note: The following is list of unofficial local election results. The results are provided by the DuPage County Election Commission. The unofficial winners of each race have an x in front of their names, or in front of the yes or no vote on a proposition. A complete list of election results from throughout DuPage County can be found at: https://www. dupageresults.gov/IL/DuPage/123485/web.345435/#/ summary
Addison
Mayor (Vote for 1)
x-Tom Hundley, 2,338 votes (71.78%)
Eddie Castillo, 919 (28.22%)
Village Clerk (Vote for 1)
x-Lucille A. Zucchero, 2,782 (100%)
Village Trustee (Vote for 3)
x-Catherine L. (Cathy) Kluczny, 2,300 (35.30%)
x-Sam Nasti, 2,138 (32.81%)
x-Jay Del Rosario, 2,078 (31.89%)
Library Trustee (Vote for 2)
x-Kathleen Willis, 1,606 (30.50%)
Lorraine L. Fidonik, 501 (9.51%)
Angelo Sellas, 934 (17.74%)
Ruben C. Robles, 1,007 (19.12%)
x-Pamela Navrocki, 1,218 (23.13%)
DuPage High School District 88
(Serving Addison, Villa Park and Lombard)
Member of the Board of Education
To serve a full 4-year term (Vote for 3)
x-Christine Poirier, 7,181 (34.44%)
x-Diana Jean Stout, 6,757 (32.41%)
x-Jean Taylor, 6,910 (33.14%)
Addison School District 4
Member of the Board of Education
To serve a full 4-year term (Vote for 4)
x-Zack Frangidakis, 2,068 (24.93%)
x-Jeremiah Lange, 2,028 (24.45%)
x-Taso Triantafillos, 2,022 (24.37%)
x-Christen Bollig, 2,178 (26.25%)
Addison Park District
Park Commissioner (Vote for 1)
Heather Podzimek, 1,313 (44.33%)
x-Dean Stathopoulos, 1,649 (55.67%)
Addison Fire Protection District No. 1
Fire Trustee
To serve a full term (Vote for 1)
x-Joseph Saverino, 2,907 (100%)
Bensenville
Village President (Vote for 1)
x-Frank DeSimone, 1,394 (91.95%)
Susan Foster (write-in), 122 (8.05%)
Village Clerk (Vote for 1)
x-Nancy Quinn, 1,521 (100%)
Village Trustee (Vote for 3)
x-Ann Franz, 1,246 (34.50%)
x-McLane “Mac” Lomax, 1,136 (31.45%)
x-Armando Perez, 1,230 (34.05%)
Bensenville Elementary School District 2
Member of the Board of Education
To serve a full 4-year term (Vote for 3)
x-Bob Laudadio, 1,035 (22.53%)
x-Maria Cristina Reyes, 1,473 (32.07%)
x-Milton Mercado, Jr., 1,116 (24.30%)
Sergio Antonio Gonzalez, 969 (21.10%)
Bensenville Park District Park Commissioner (Vote for 2)
John Tornabene, 905 (22.76%)
x-Nancy Gibbs, 1,303 (32.77%)
Kory Smith, 804 (20.22%)
x-Richard Johnson, 964 (24.25%)
Bensenville Fire Protection District No. 2 Fire trustee
To serve a full term (Vote for 5)
x-Douglas M. Eltman, 896 (14.08%)
x-Jerome “Jerry” Budnik, 882 (13.86%)
x-Nicholas Panicola, Sr., 951 (14.95%)
x-John J. Samme, 826 (12.98%)
x-Jack Alden, 840 (13.20%)
Robert J. Madura, 748 (11.76%)
James Herr, 671 (10.55%)
Adam Piovano (write-in), 252 (3.96%)
Ryan Lee, 297 (4.67%)
Bensenville Community Public Library District Library Trustee (Vote for 3)
x-Tina M. Lux, 1,437 (34.75%)
x-Amy Labickas, 1,376 (33.28%)
x-Victoria Myhre, 1,322 (31.97%)
Lombard
Village President (Vote for 1)
x-Anthony Puccio, 6,113 (100%)
Village Clerk
(Vote for 1)
x-Ranya Elkhatib, 5,868 (100%)
Village Trustee District
One (Vote for 1)
x-Brian LaVaque, 1,221 (100%)
Village Trustee District
Three (Vote for 1)
x-Bernard Dudek, 643 (53.67%)
Shahaab Uddin, 555 (46.33%)
Village Trustee District
Four
To serve an unexpired 2-year term (Vote for 1)
Derek Cantu, 391 (28.54%)
x-Patrick Egan, 979 (71.46%)
Village Trustee District Six (Vote for 1)
x-Bob Bachner, 815 (60.78%)
Umar Haque, 526 (39.22%)
Helen M. Plum Memorial Public Library District Library Trustee (Vote for 4)
x-Julie Kowalski-Schmidt, 5,255 (19.36 %)
x-Bijal Patel, 4,007 (14.76%)
x-Susan (Sue) Wiggins, 4,744 (17.48%)
Sam Kuhlman, 1,596 (5.88%)
Daniel Hollenbach, 1,755 (6.47%)
Dustin Himmerich, 1,535 (5.65%)
Daniel O’Connell, 1,960 (7.22%)
Dana Alharibat, 1,516 (5.58%)
x-Kelly Ann Simms, 4,777 (17.60%)
Lombard Elementary School District 44
Member of the Board of Education
To serve a full 4-year term (Vote for 4)
x-Cary Benjamin Weisgram, 3,767 (24.28%)
x-Sarah Novey, 3,976 (25.63%)
x-Andrea Messing-Mathie, 3,714 (23.94%)
x-Amy Thorpe, 4,056 (26.15%)
Lombard/Villa Park School District 45
Member of the Board of Education
To serve a full 4-year term (Vote for 4)
x-Sarah J. Godzicki, 3,312 (19.80%)
Kelli P. May, 2,695 (16.11%)
x-Emily Shultz, 3,574 (21.37%)
x-Judith Degnan, 3,572 (21.36%)
x-Deborah Cain, 3,573 (21.36%)
Glenbard Township High School District 87
Member of the Board of Education
To serve a full 4-year term
(Vote for 4)
x-Peter Nolan, 12,243 (24.78%)
x-Kermit Eby III, 11,585 (23.45%)
x-Margaret A. DeLaRosa, 13,683 (27.70%)
x-Jason (Jay) Bastian, 11,813 (23.91%)
Amar Patel (write-in), 78 (0.16%)
Lombard Park District
Park Commissioner (Vote for 3)
x-Margaret E. Fugiel, 4,216 (32.95%)
x-Alex Ferguson, 3,043 (23.78%)
x-Michael Kuderna, 3,231 (25.25%)
Alexander L. Dugaw, 2,305 (18.01%)
Oakbrook Terrace
Mayor (Vote for 1)
x-Paul Esposito, 356 (54.02%)
Joseph Beckwith, 303 (45.98%)
Alderperson Ward One (Vote for 1)
x-Eric Biskup, 184 (100%)
Alderperson Ward Two (Vote for 1)
x-Michael Sarallo, 176 (100%)
Alderperson Ward Three (Vote for 1)
Mary Fitzgerald, 157 (87.22%)
Phil Hesslau, 23 (12.78%)
Oakbrook Terrace Park District
Park Commissioner
To serve unexpired 4-year term (Vote for 1)
x-Susan A. Lugo, 584 (100%)
Villa Park
Village President (Vote for 1)
x-Kevin Patrick, 2,147 (57.25%)
Jorge Cordova, 1,603 (42.75%)
Village Clerk (Vote for 1)
Hosanna Korynecky (writein), 480 (44.61%)
x-Rolf Laukant (write-in), 596 (55.39%)
Village Trustee (Vote for 3)
x-John “Jack” Kozar, 1,840 (19.86%)
Stephen “Steve” De La Rosa, 1,604 (17.31%)
x-Deepasriya Kumar, 1,823 (19.68%)
x-Tina Konstatos, 1,667 (17.99%)
John “J.P” Hochbaum, 1,207 (13.03%)
Gregory “Greg” Macek, 1,124 (12.13%)
Library Trustee (Vote for 4)
x-Erin Payton, 2,160 (23.34%)
x-Laura Leishman, 2,309
Glowiak Hilton works to protect consumers from price
gouging after a disaster
Disasters take a physical, emotional and financial toll, which can be compounded by inflated prices of essential items during the recovery process.
To protect Illinoisans in a time of need, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton is working to prevent price gouging immediately following a disaster.
“Tornados are common in Illinois—imagine one destroys your home and you go to the store to purchase diapers only to find the price has tripled. For some, that’s just not feasible,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “The affordability and availability of essential goods is vital for those rebuilding their lives.”
While 39 states have regulations against price gouging during disasters, Illinois limits its protections to excessive costs of petroleum products during market emergencies. To further protect consumers, Senate Bill 1932 would prohibit unjustified price increases on essential goods and services in designated disaster areas for 45 days after the governor or U.S. president declares a state of emergency.
Under Glowiak Hilton’s measure, a price increase of 20 percent or more during a disaster is considered unconscionably high, unless it can be attributed to increased costs on behalf of the seller.
Items covered by the bill include building materials, food, medical and emergency supplies, and repair, storage and transportation services. “This isn’t only about enforcing fair pricing, it’s about restoring trust in our marketplace during times of crisis and holding predatory businesses accountable,” Glowiak Hilton added.
Senate Bill 1932 passed the Senate on Friday, April 4.
Police Reports
The Villa Park Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that suspects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Juveniles age 17 or younger are not named.
April 1
A complainant in the 100 block of N. Princeton reported their front door was damaged.
A 43-year-old Villa Park woman was charged with two counts of domestic battery in the 300 block of N. Princeton at 6:35 p.m.
A complainant in the 600 block of N. Addison reported at 9:36 p.m. that a subject removed merchandise from display shelves and left without paying.
March 31
Tiffany L. Matelske, 38, of Glendale Heights, was charged with receiving, possessing or selling a stolen motor vehicle or essential parts in the 100 block of W. Roosevelt at 11:48 a.m.
A complainant at a restaurant in the 1-100 block of W. Roosevelt reported that a subject left without paying for their meal.
March 30
A complainant in the 300 block of W. Highridge re-
Illinois veterinarians celebrate Healthy Pet Month
As a companion animal or livestock owner, you trust the health of your animal(s) with college-educated, professionally trained veterinarians and certified veterinary technicians to keep them in good health.
April is recognized every year as Healthy Pet Month by Illinois’ veterinarians, certified veterinary technicians (CVTs) and clinic practice professionals, the majority of which are members of the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association (ISVMA).
Veterinarians always encourage pet and livestock owners to recognize the importance of proactive, preventive healthcare for their beloved pet or their herd, as well as for any medical procedure that will keep them healthy and continue to be a member of the family or livestock operation.
ment,” he said. “Of course, the client will need to follow the veterinarian’s instructions for the appropriate follow up and private care of the animal(s).”
Debbie Lakamp, CAE, ISVMA executive director, said veterinary professionals have the medical knowledge and experience of working with animals, both domestic and exotic, to take charge of their care.
“Veterinarians, CVTs and others employed at animal clinics and hospitals across Illinois can effectively diagnose an animal’s condition thanks to their education and hands-on experience, but also because of their personal involvement with that animal and its human caretaker,” she said.
physiology to be able to accurately diagnose and treat them to provide the highest level of compassionate care, whether the animals live indoors or outdoors.
CVTs must have graduated from an American Veterinary Medical Association-accredited college or university and pass the Veterinary Technician National Exam. CVTs must also take biennial continuing education courses to maintain their license to practice, granted through the Illinois Department of Financial
and Professional Regulation.
The ISVMA is a professional association representing more than 1,900 member veterinarians, certified veterinary technicians, practice managers and veterinary and technician students from around the state to promote and protect veterinary practices.
ISVMA leaders and members study a multitude of innovative medical and business practices, as well as pertinent legislation to determine the impact on pets, animals and their human caretakers.
ported at 7:48 a.m. that a subject has been causing a disturbance. The subject was issued a no-trespass warning.
March 29
A 35-year-old Villa Park woman was charged with four counts of domestic battery in the 300 block of N. Princeton at 1:25 a.m. On April 1, the same woman was charged with two additional counts of domestic battery.
A complainant in the 200 block of W. St. Charles reported a subject damaged their fence.
March 28
Michael R. Evans, 39, of West Chicago, was charged with retail theft not exceeding $300 at a store in the 900 block of S. Route 83 at 12:48 p.m.
A complainant near Harrison and Cornell reported their vehicle as stolen.
A complainant at a store in the 1-100 block of E. North reported at 6:57 p.m. that juvenile subjects were riding scooters and disturbing customers.
A complainant in the 100 block of E. North reported at 9:28 p.m. that a subject battered them.
Identity theft, fraud
According to information provided by the Villa Park Police Department, police reported two incidents of identity theft or fraud in the village between March 25 and April 1.
“The foundation for the oversight and care of any animal Illinois veterinary professionals treat and care for is our veterinary medical education, knowledge about animals and our years of experience caring for them,” said Matt Bussan, DVM, ISVMA president, Town and Country Animal Hospital, in downstate Normal.
Bussan says taking care of the health of any animal is a great responsibility that is not taken lightly.
“When a veterinarian and his or her clinic team assume responsibilities for the care of beloved pets or for large animals, the human client is allowing the veterinary team to take responsibility for making clinical judgements regarding the health of these animals and the need for medical treat-
“Our ISVMA member veterinarians and CVTs are involved with the overall health of the animals through routine checkups and have access to the medical records to make a professional assessment.”
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Chicago man accused of leading police on a 113 mph high-speed chase
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin has announced that Judge Jeffrey MacKay has granted the state’s motion to deny pre-trial release for a Chicago man accused of leading police on a high-speed chase.
Kevin Culps, 28, appeared in First Appearance Court and was charged with one count of aggravated fleeing and eluding (Class 4 felony) and multiple misdemeanor and petty traffic offenses, including driving with a revoked license and obstructing identification.
On March 21 at approximately 2:18 a.m., Culps allegedly fled from officers after being pulled over for a suspended registration in Downers Grove. It is alleged that Culps ultimately made his way to I-88, where officers with the Oak Brook Police Department began pursu-
ing him.
It is further alleged that on I-88, Culps reached speeds of approximately 113 mph near I-88 and Meyers Road. It is alleged that Culps entered eastbound I-290, where officers with the Berkeley Police Department successfully spike-stripped his vehicle. It is further alleged that Culps exited the vehicle and, in his attempt to flee, jumped down a 20-foot wall into trees.
He was taken into custody following a brief foot pursuit by officers with the Berkeley Police Department. When processing the scene, officers recovered a firearm along Culps’ path of flight. The firearm has been sent to the DuPage County Crime Lab for DNA analysis.
Culps’ next court appearance is scheduled for April 14 in front of Judge Daniel Guerin.
Montini Catholic cast, crew earn rave reviews at spring musical
Montini Catholic High School drama students are basking in the glow of their rave reviews after the success of the spring musical “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sung-through musical, directed by Jackie Martin, captivated audiences with a total of five performances from March 14 through March 17. “The production process for this show involved over 60 students all coming together to create a very special experience for our audience,” said Martin, who directed her sixth play at Montini and is in her third year directing Montini Catholic theatre. “Their dedication and enthusiasm shined as brightly as Joseph’s coat!” The students were thrilled to be able to participate in a special faculty/staff performance on March 13, as well as a performance for grade school students from St. Pius X Parish School and St. Mary of Gostyn School last November, followed by a “talkback”—answering questions and describing what it takes to bring a musical production to life. In addition to her talented cast and crew, Martin was grateful to be able to lean on the expertise of Montini’s Music Director and Fine Arts Chair, Donnie Glowinski, and costume designer (and teacher) Beth DiMarco. She also thanked set designers, Charlie Brewick and Jeff Nowicki. Shown here is Villa Park resident, junior Michael May, as Pharaoh.
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1. Garden tool
5. A way to preserve
11. Gratitude
14. Domestic sheep
15. Simpler
18. Cavities containing liquid
19. Large fish-eating bird
21. Ocular protection index
23. Phil __, former CIA
24. Icelandic poems
28. Pop
29. Device
30. Actor Rudd
32. A pituitary hormone
33. Focus on an object
35. Corpuscle count (abbr.)
36. Young women’s association
39. Not shallow
41. Doctor
42. Furniture
44. Hindu male religious teacher
46. Highly spiced stew
47. A way to communicate
49. Almost last
52. Astronomer Carl
56. Small horses
58. A slender tower with balconies
60. A disrespectful quality
62. Fully shaded inner regions
63. Short convulsive intake of breath
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2. Oil cartel
3. Agile
4. Greek goddess of discord
5. Genetically distinct variety
6. Indicates badly
7. Popular Mr. T character
8. Consumed
9. Chinese dynasty
10. NFL great Randy
12. Within
13. Palm trees
16. Fungal disease
17. Tall, slender-leaved plants
20. Affirmative! (slang)
22. A passport is one
25. Two outs in baseball (abbr.)
26. Swiss river
27. Deferential
29. Where a bachelor lives
31. Portable computer screen material
34. A crying noise of a bird
36. Sticky, amorphous
substance
37. Starchy dish of dried tubers
38. Type of acid
40. Partner to “Ma”
43. 16 ounces
45. The Bay State
48. A well-defined track or path
50. Substitution
51. Defined period
53. Group of toughs
54. Region
55. Famed Scottish Loch
57. Blood relation
58. Not around
59. Recipe measurement
61. Father to Junior
(24.95%)
x-Diane Luebker, 1,630 (17.62%)
x-Wanda Koeller, 1,590 (17.18%)
Adelaide “Pat” Hubbard, 1,564 (16.90%)
Wood Dale
Alderperson Ward One (Vote for 1)
Reid Goodrich, 232 (43.45%)
x-Jason Carr, 302 (56.55%)
Alderperson Ward Two (Vote for 1)
x-Michael Curiale, 258 (100%)
Alderperson Ward Three (Vote for 1)
x-Antonino “Tony” Catalano, 234 (100%)
Alderperson Ward Four (Vote for 1)
x-Nadine C. Ames, 270 (100%)
Wood Dale School District
7 Member of the Board of Education
To serve a full 4-year term (Vote for 1)
x-David H. Woods, 562 (95.74%)
Aida Miljkovic (write-in), 5 (0.85%)
Araceli G. Botello (write-in), 8 (1.36%)
Christine A. Lucero-Bahr (write-in), 12 (2.04%)
Wood Dale Park District
Park Commissioner (Vote for 1)
x-Denice Sbertoli, 878 (100%)
Wood Dale Public Library District Library Trustee (Vote for 2)
x-Maddalena Sparacio, 743 (48.34%)
x-Kristy Norris, 794 (51.66%)
Wood Dale Fire Protection District No. 1
Fire Trustee
To serve a full term (Vote for 1)
x-Sandra Meade, 1,156 (100%)
Fire Trustee
To serve an unexpired 4-year term (Vote for 1)
x-Thomas Flanagan, 1,148 (100%)
Addison Township
Township Supervisor (Vote for 1)
x-Bobby Hernandez Democrat, 5,009 (51.41%)
Dennis M. Reboletti Republican, 4,653 (48.16%)
Township Clerk (Vote for 1)
x-Maria Vesey Democrat, 5,030 (52.57%)
Pamela Joy Moretti Republican, 4,538 (47.43%)
Township Assessor (Vote for 1)
x-Christopher T. Kain Republican, 6,738 (100%)
Township Trustee (Vote for 4)
x-Max Ashrafi Democrat, 4,550 (13.14%)
x-Titus Dare Democrat, 4,385 (12.66%)
x-Joey Moore Democrat, 4,709 (13.59%)
x-Debbie Sandstrom Democrat, 4,943 (14.27%)
Diana Lynn Kosmach Republican, 4,040 (11.66 %)
Konstantinos “Gus” Leventis Republican, 4,010 (11.58%)
Matthew Joseph Lozich Republican, 3,900 (11.26%)
Donna C. Tovello Republican, 4,103 (11.84%)
York Township
Township Supervisor (Vote for 1)
John W. Valle Republican, 10,229 (41.56%)
x-Timothy M. Murray Democrat, 14,383 (58.44%)
Township Clerk (Vote for 1)
Anthony “Tony” Cuzzone Republican, 10,235 (41.70%)
x-Gary Kleppe Democrat, 14,307 (58.30%)
Township Assessor (Vote for 1)
Anthony J. Pacilli Republican, 15,208 (100%)
Township Highway Commissioner
(Vote for 1)
George T. Benes Republican, 9,946 (40.88%)
x-James Kehring Democrat, 14,383 (59.12%)
Township Trustee (Vote for 4)
Rae Rupp-Srch Republican, 8,910 (9.79%)
Jeffrey A. Mussatto Republican, 8,964 (9.85%)
Kevin P. O’Reilly Republican, 9,357 (10.28%)
Ellen Picker Greer Republican, 9,210 (10.12%)
x-Clement Joseph “Joe” Amore Democrat, 13,726 (15.09%)
x-Ilse Messner Democrat, 13,798 (15.16%)
x-Albert “Al” Rago Democrat, 13,600 (14.95%)
x-Engy Sutherland Democrat, 13,422 (14.75%)
Propositions
Village of Bensenville
Proposition on whether the Village of Bensenville should retain the managerial form of municipal government
Shall the Village of Bensenville retain the managerial form of municipal government?
x-Yes-1,230 (66.59%)
No-617 (33.41%)
Proposition on whether the Village of Bensenville shall impose a one percent local grocery sales tax
Shall the Village of Bensenville impose a one percent local grocery sales tax?
Yes-165 (8.82%)
x-No-1,705 (91.18%)
Proposition on whether the Village of Bensenville shall continue to charge a fee to license a domestic pet
Shall the Village of Bensenville continue to charge a fee to license a domestic pet?
Yes-417 (22.36%)
x-No-1,448 (77.64%)
Addison Township
Proposition whether the state of Illinois should be allowed to force unfunded mandates on local governments who may raise property taxes to cover the costs of those mandates.
Should the state of Illinois be allowed to force unfunded mandates on local governments
who may raise property taxes to cover the costs of those mandates?
Yes-886 (9.38%)
x-No-8,555 (90.62%)
Proposition whether the state of Illinois should create an independent citizens commission to draw fair and competitive federal and state redistricting maps, rather than allowing lawmakers to decide.
Should the state of Illinois create an independent citizens commission to draw fair and competitive federal and state redistricting maps, rather than allowing lawmakers to decide?
x-Yes-6,470 (69.26%)
No-2,871 (30.74%)
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Rams win title at own 16-team invite
The Glenbard East badminton team won the championship at its own 16-team invitational on Saturday. The Rams captured the first-place plaque with their team total of 160 points. Buffalo Grove posted a second-place finish with its total of 123 points. Pictured (left to right) with the plaque are: (front row) senior Eishaal Bhimla, senior Caitlin Rossi and senior Marisa Olas; (back row) sophomore Betsy Facchini, sophomore Daniela Romero, senior Kaitlyn Kelly, junior Sarah Crocker, junior Gabi Jackonyte, senior Ren Manning and sophomore Marija Cheeks. Each team’s lineup at the invitational included two singles players and four doubles teams. The singles competition featured one 32-player division. Manning earned a fifth-place finish in that division, while Cheeks placed seventh. In doubles, each team had two doubles teams in one division—called high doubles—along with two other teams in another division—called low doubles. The duo of Kelly and Rossi placed fourth in the 32-team high doubles division. The tandem of Facchini and Romero earned an eighth-place finish in the high doubles division. Bhimla and Olas teamed up to win first-place honors in the 32-team low doubles division. The twosome of Crocker and Jackonyte claimed seventh in the low doubles division. Glenbard East was the only team in the invitational to have its entire lineup earn top-eight finishes.
Representing the Warriors
Senior Amelie Ojeda of Willowbrook’s girls track and field team delivered a pair of top-five finishes in the Class 3A girls level of the Illinois Top Times Championships, which took place March 28-29 at Illinois Wesleyan University’s Shirk Center in Bloomington. The event is regarded as the state’s unofficial indoor high school state track and field meet. Ojeda is pictured during her fourth-place finish in the 3,200-meter run, which she completed in 11 minutes, 3.92 seconds. Ojeda also raced to a fifth-place finish in the competition’s 1,600-meter run. She completed that race in 5 minutes, 7.63 seconds. Willowbrook senior Olivia Gwaltney sprinted to a 16th-place finish in the Class 3A girls level’s 400-meter run at the Illinois Top Times Championships in Bloomington. She ran that race in 1 minute, 2.08 seconds. Gwaltney also raced to a 19th-place finish in the 200-meter run, which she completed in 26.98 seconds. The members of Willowbrook’s boys track and field team who competed in the Class 3A boys level of last month’s Illinois Top Times Championships included senior Jaden Royal, who placed fifth in the triple jump. Royal’s best effort at the meet covered 45 feet, 5¼ inches. Junior Otis Powell of the Warriors placed seventh in the meet’s high jump event. Powell cleared 6 feet, 3¼ inches in his best jump of the meet. Willowbrook’s 4 x 800-meter relay team of senior Kasen Blain, junior Evan Haworth, senior Jake Skibbie and junior Ayden Ketelsen earned a sixth-place finish with its time of 8 minutes, 16.94 seconds. The Warriors’ 4 x 200-meter relay foursome of senior Jordan Pate, sophomore Jorge Rosales, junior Hayden Roscoe and senior Jaylin Miller posted a ninth-place time of 1 minute, 34.18 seconds. Individually, Miller sprinted to a 12th-place finish in the 200-meter run, which he completed in 23.16 seconds. Glenbard East High School’s Mackenzie Fodrey posted two strong finishes in field events in the Class 3A girls level of the Illinois Top Times Championships. Fodrey finished third in the triple jump and seventh in the pole vault. She traveled 37 feet, 5¼ inches in her best effort in the triple jump and cleared 10 feet, 10 inches in her top attempt in the pole vault. Glenbard East senior Elena Kosorog raced to a 12th-place finish in the Class 3A girls level’s 3,200-meter run. Kosorog completed that race in 11 minutes, 50.71 seconds.
Broncos announce
new boys basketball coach
Montini Catholic High School announced last week that DeAndre McCamey is the school’s new boys basketball coach. McCamey (right), who is pictured with Montini Athletic Director Brian Casey (left), was an assistant coach with the Broncos during the last four seasons. He succeeds Adam DeMong as the program’s new head coach. At the end of the 2024-25 season, DeMong stated he was stepping away from the position to pursue greater opportunities in his professional career. DeMong guided the Broncos to four straight IHSA regional titles from 2022 to 2025. The Broncos finished their 2024-25 season with a record of 21-12. Montini’s recent season ended with a loss in an IHSA Class 2A sectional final on March 7. Before coaching at Montini, McCamey served as an assistant coach at St. Joseph High School in Westchester. He as also coached at Glenbard East High School, and at the AAU level with the Illinois Wolves. McCamey is a full-time member of Montini’s math department.
“I am genuinely thrilled about this opportunity and the chance to work with our kids,” stated McCamey.
“I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Montini students, faculty and staff for their congratulations and support as I step into the role of head varsity boys basketball coach. Building a basketball program has always been a dream of mine. As I step into this role, I am filled with excitement and passion for the journey ahead. My goal is to not only build and develop the skills of our young athletes on the court but also to instill values that will serve them well in life beyond basketball. I believe that through hard work, dedication, and teamwork, we can build not just great players, but great young men. I firmly believe that a strong program is defined by the continued involvement and support of its community, including former players and their families.”
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Broncos set new program records
Several members of Montini Catholic High School’s track and field teams set new program indoor records at the Chicago Catholic League (CCL) and Girls Catholic Athletic Conference (GCAC) Indoor Championships, which were held last month in Chicago. The Broncos’ 4 x 200-meter boys relay team of (above, left to right) senior Santino Florio, sophomore Johnny Neustadt (Lombard), senior Vince Irion (Lombard) and senior Nick Irion (Lombard) established a new program indoor record with its third-place time of 1 minute, 33.25 seconds at the CCL indoor meet. Montini’s 4 x 800-meter boys relay team of (below, left to right) sophomore Adriel Garcia Olvera, senior Nolan Ferris, junior Nino Pesola (Lombard) and junior Sean Buckley set a new program indoor record with its seventh-place time of 8 minutes, 39.99 seconds. In girls action, Montini sophomore Brooke D’Amico (top left) of Lombard delivered a first-place finish in the triple jump at the GCAC Indoor Championships. D’Amico covered 32 feet, 8¼ inches in her best attempt of the competition. Junior Sydney Gertsen (left) of Montini broke her own program indoor record in the 3,200-meter run with her third-place time of 11 minutes, 7.58 seconds at the GCAC meet. About one week later, Gertsen set another new program indoor record in the 3,200-meter run at the Illinois Top Times Championships, which took place March 28-29 at Illinois Wesleyan University’s Shirk Center in Bloomington. Gertsen ran to a third-place finish in the Class 2A final of the 3,200-meter run, which she completed in 10 minutes, 51.35 seconds. Montini junior Ashlynn Lindt (Lombard) ran to a 14th-place finish in the same race, which she covered in 11 minutes, 45.43 seconds. Gertsen added another third-place finish at the Illinois Top Times Championships with her third-place time of 5 minutes, 7.94 seconds in the Class 2A final of the 1,600-meter run.
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Warriors tie the Raiders
The Willowbrook girls soccer team battled Bolingbrook to a 1-1 tie in Saturday afternoon’s match in Villa Park. The Warriors’ overall season record stood at 1-3-1 after Saturday’s tie against the Raiders. Following a scoreless 40-minute first half, Bolingbrook took a 1-0 lead when it scored a goal with about 26 minutes left in the match. Willowbrook delivered the equalizer about seven minutes later, after senior Halie Ahrens launched a free kick toward the goal. Bolingbrook’s goalkeeper made a save on the kick by Ahrens (No. 22 - above right), but Willowbrook junior Miah Catania sent the ball into the net on the rebound to even the score at 1-1 with 19:30 to play. Catania (No. 23) is pictured below, while celebrating with some of her teammates, including Ahrens and senior Emily Barth (No. 6), after the goal. Senior goalkeeper Payton Brose (No. 1 - above left) made 10 saves for the Warriors during Saturday’s match. Two days before facing Bolingbrook, Willowbrook lost 1-0 to Elgin in a match in Villa Park. The visiting Maroons of Elgin scored the only goal of the April 3 contest during the second half. Earlier this week, Willowbrook opened its West Suburban Gold Conference season with a match at Morton. This Friday, April 11, the Warriors will face Glenbard East in a meeting of neighborhood rivals in Lombard.
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For April 10th Issue
St. Timothy Evangelical Lutheran
Church
547 N. Main St., Lombard, IL 60148 630-627-2435
Lent and Easter Services at 7 p.m.
“The Crucial Hours”
Holy Week and Easter Worship
Second Lenten Service March 9, 2022
Rev. David Ernest “Satan Has Asked to Sift All of You” Jerusalem Lutheran, Morton Grove Matthew 27:15-26
Palm Sunday April 13 at 10:15am
Maundy Thursday Service April 17 at 7pm
Third Lenten Service March 16, 2022
779 S. York Street, Elmhurst, IL · 630-834-6700 www.visitationparish.org
Good Friday Tenebrae Service April 18 at 7pm
Rev. Paul Spaude “What to Remember When Your are St. Matthews, Niles Seized with Remorse” Matthew 27:3-4
HOLY WEEK SERVICES
Lenten Confessions Tuesday, April 15, from 5-8pm
Fourth Lenten Service March 23, 2022
Easter Festival Service April 20 at 10:15am
Rev. Jonathan Bergemann “I Will Keep the Passover” Good Shepherd, Downers Grove Matthew 26:18
Fifth Lenten Service March 30, 2022
Holy Thursday, April 17: Mass of the Lord’s Supper, 7 PM Night Prayer, 11:45 PM
Rev. Tom Nicholson “They Bound Him” Resurrection, Aurora John 18:12
Sunday Worship at 10:15 am Sunday School & Bible Study 9am Wednesday Service at 7pm
Sixth Lenten Service April 6, 2022
Rev. Phil Schupmann “The Semblance of Legality” Resurrection, Aurora Luke 22:66
Ladies Bible Fellowship Mondays at 6:30pm Saturday, April 26 Game Night at 4pm Everyone is Welcome!
Maundy Thursday Communion 7 p.m., April 14
Good Friday, April 18
Celebration of the Passion, 3 PM Stations of the Cross, 7 PM
Holy Saturday, April 19
Easter Food Blessing, Noon Easter Vigil, 8:00 PM
Easter Sunday, April 20 Masses at: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 AM
Good Friday Tenebrae 7 p.m., April 15
All services are live streamed. SaintTimothy.org
Easter Sunrise 6:30 a.m., April 17
Easter Breakfast 8 a.m., April 17
Easter Festival 10:15 a.m., April 17
Confessions: Saturday: 3-3:45PM Adoration: Parish Center Chapel 24/7
5:00pm Sundays 8:30am & 11:00am
us for Easter Sunday Worship 8:00am and 11:15am Traditional Worship with Holy Communion 9:30am Children and Family Worship with Holy Communion All are Welcome!
Coming events
Lombard Service
League meeting April 10
Butterfly Gardens will be the topic of the program for the next Lombard Service League meeting on April 10. The club will meet at 7 p.m. at TownePlace Suites, 455 E. 22nd St. in Lombard. Patti Blazejak will share what butterfly gardens are, how to grow one and the history of the butterfly garden in Lilacia Park. Following the program there will be a brief business meeting when the new officers for 2025-26 will be elected and upcoming club events will be discussed. The meetings are open to anyone who wishes to attend. For more information about the club, please call or text 630-988-0625. Club events and activities can also be found on the club Facebook page.
Easter worship service
Celebrate Easter with Lifeline Church at Willowbrook High School in Villa Park. Join us for a powerful Easter Sunday service on April 20 at 10 a.m. Bring your family and friends—there’s something for everyone, from inspiring wor-
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First Church of Lombard worship services
First Church of Lombard will hold its Maundy Thurs-
day Service in the Maple Street Chapel at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 17, and its Easter Service on Sunday, April 20, at 10:15 a.m. in the sanctuary at 220 S. Main St., Lombard. The chapel is located on the southwest corner of Maple St. and Main St. in Lombard. All are welcome.
REAL ESTATE NOTICES
CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. LOUIS LAFEMINA A/K/A LOUIS
WILLIAM LAFEMINA A/K/A LOUIS W LAFEMINA A/K/A LOU LAFEMINA A/K/A LOU W LAFEMINA A/K/A
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A/K/A CHRISTINE LA FEMINA; COUNTY OF DUPAGE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. NO. 2019CH001431 26W104 THOMAS ROAD WHEATON, IL 60187
JUDGE PRESIDING JUDGE NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on September 13, 2022, will on May 6, 2025, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof
as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 05-07-209-017
COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 26W104 Thomas Road Wheaton, IL 60187
Description of Improvements: Gray vinyl siding, raised ranch single family home, detached two car garage
The Judgment amount was $345,959.25.
Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS.
The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.
The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.
If this property is a condominium
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unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
For Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. onlyMcCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 20-03836IL PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I3263053
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FRIDAYS OF LENT: RECONCILIATION 5:30 PM
STATIONS OF THE CROSS 6:00 PM SIMPLE SUPPER 6:30 PM VIA CRUCIS 7:00 PM
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION ( ENGLISH & ESPAÑOL)
SATURDAY: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM OR BY APPOINTMENT
Parish Office: 1025 E. Madison Street - (630) 627-4526 - www.stpiuslombard.org
Holy Thursday - April 17th
Morning Prayer: 8:00 a.m., Church Mass of the Lord’s Supper: 7:00 p.m., Sacred Heart Chapel (Adoration of the Eucharist will follow in the Church)
Night Prayer: 11:45 p.m., Church
Good Friday - April 18th
Morning Prayer: 8:00 a.m., Church
Stations of the Cross: Noon, Church Passion of the Lord: 3:00 p.m., Church A Day of Fast and Abstinence
Saturday - April 19th
Prayer: 8:00 a.m., Church Blessing of Easter Food: Noon, Church Easter Vigil: 8:00 p.m., Church Easter Sunday - April 20th Mass: 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., Sacred Heart Chapel Mass: 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., Church (Please
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7 CEMETERY PLOTS Willing to sell as a group or individually. Located at Roselawn Memory Gardens 3045 WI-67, Lake Geneva, WI 53147. This is a private sale. Contact Randy, the seller at randy@slpublishers.com.
gion, sex, disability, familiar/ status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-900-669-9777. The toll-free tele phone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
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TEXTILE SUPPLY MANAGER
R & R Textile Mills, Inc. seeks F/T Textile Supply Manager to negotiate and arrange raw material essential for linen manufacturing; Sourcing high quality yarns, fabrics, dyes and packaging materials for production process. Purchase, conversion, packaging, and transport from abroad to U.S. ports and company facilities. Bachelor in Business/ Commerce or its foreign equivelant plus 2 years purchasing/procurement experience. 40 hr/wk, $101,192/yr. No Benefits. Resumes: 1101 N. Lombard Rd., Lombard, IL
NOTICE OF AMENDMENTS TO THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE LOMBARD BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, at a public meeting held on March 21, 2025, the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the Village of Lombard, Illinois, adopted certain amendments to their Rules and Regulations relating to the application and hiring criteria and selection process for entry level firefighter positions by the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, consisting of amendments to Section 1 (Age and Residency) and Section 5 (Education and Paramedic Certification Requirements) of Chapter II (Application For Appointment) to update the applicant qualification standards, and Section 11 (Preference in Appointment) of Chapter III (Original Appointment Process) to provide preference to applicants who have either attained the EMT-P certification or are enrolled in a certification program that will result in their EMT-P certification. Copies of the amended version of the Rules and Regulations are available from the Office of the Secretary of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners or the Office of the Village Clerk of the Village of Lombard; both Offices are located at the Lombard Village Hall, 255 East Wilson Avenue, Lombard, Illinois 60148.
The amended version of the Rules and Regulations shall be effective ten (10) calendar days after the publication date of this Notice, which will be published once in a newspaper (The Lombardian) in accordance with 65 ILCS 5/10-2.1-5. A copy of this Notice has been posted on the website of the Village of Lombard and at the Lombard Village Hall since April 3, 2025.
Notice issued by: Thomas Rachubinski, Chair Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Village of Lombard, Illinois Dated: April 2, 2025
(Published in The Lombardian April 10, 2025) 470176
NOTICE
CERTIFICATE NO. 79672 was filed in the office of the Coun ty Clerk of DuPage County on APRIL 2, 2025, wherein the business firm of U.S. TAXPAY ERS COME FIRST, 1138 LI TCHFIELD LN., BARTLETT, IL 60103 was registered; that the
true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/ are as follows:
Lee A. Russin, 1138 Litchfield Ln., Bartlett, IL 60103. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 2ND day of APRIL, A.D. 2025. Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (Published in The Lombardian April 10, 17 & 24, 2025) 470260
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS.
LOUIS LAFEMINA A/K/A
LOUIS WILLIAM LAFEMINA A/K/A LOUIS W LAFEMINA A/K/A LOU LAFEMINA A/K/A
LOU W LAFEMINA A/K/A
LOUIS LA FEMINA A/K/A
LOUIS WILLIAM LA FEMINA
A/K/A LOUIS W LA FEMINA; CHRISTINE LAFEMINA A/K/A
CHRISTINE M LAFEMINA
A/K/A CHRISTINE LA FEMINA; COUNTY OF DUPAGE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. NO. 2019CH001431 26W104 THOMAS ROAD WHEATON, IL 60187
JUDGE PRESIDING JUDGE NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on September 13, 2022, will on May 6, 2025, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said
LEGAL NOTICES
PLAT THEREOF RECORDED
NOVEMBER 28, 1956 AS DOCUMENT 825065 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION FILED JANUARY 10, 1957 AS DOCUMENT 829294, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
TAX NO. 05-07-209-017
COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 26W104 Thomas Road Wheaton, IL 60187
Description of Improvements: Gray vinyl siding, raised ranch single family home, detached two car garage
The Judgment amount was $345,959.25.
Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS.
The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.
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(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Review March 27, April 3, 10, 2025) 469568
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Village of Bensenville 12 S. Center Street
Bensenville, IL 60106
Separate sealed BIDS for the construction of Browngate Subdivision Detention Basin, which consists of the installation of a detention basin and related storm sewer will be received by Village of Bensenville, 12 S. Center Street, Bensenville, IL 60106 until 11:00 a.m., local time, April 29, 2025, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.
The complete digital Browngate Subdivision Detention Basin bidding documents are available at www.eeiweb.com (click on the Bidding Information tab) or www. questcdn.com. You may download the digital documents free of charge by inputting Quest Project #9618656 on the website’s projects tab search page. Please contact QuestCDN.com at (952) 233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in membership registration, downloading, and working with this digital project information.
A certified check or bank draft, payable to the order of The Village of Bensenville negotiable U.S. Government bond (at par value) or a satisfactory Bid Bond executed by the Bidder and an acceptable surety in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total Bid shall be submitted with each Bid.
Attention is called to the fact that not less than the minimum salaries and wages as set forth in the Contract Documents must be paid on this project and that the Contractor must ensure that employees and
applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
The Village of Bensenville reserves the right to reject all Bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding. Bids may be held by The Village of Bensenville for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of the opening of Bids for the purpose of reviewing the Bids and investigating the qualifications of Bidders, prior to awarding of the Contract.
The Village of Bensenville is an equal opportunity employer.
April 10, 2025
By Order of the Village of Bensenville Nancy Quinn, Village Clerk
(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Review April 10, 2025) 470258
NOTICE
CERTIFICATE NO. 79673 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on APRIL 4, 2025 wherein the business firm of CRAFTY CLAN CANDLES, 605 E. SOUTH BRODWAY AVE., LOMBARD, IL 60148 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/ are as follows: Jason C. Warda, 605 E. South Broadway Ave., Lombard, IL 60148.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 4TH day of APRIL, A.D. 2025. Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (Published in The Lombardian April 10, 17 & 24, 2025) 470287
NOTICE
CERTIFICATE NO. 79674 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on APRIL 4, 2025 wherein the business firm of THE BARTLETT INSIGHTS & CONSULTING GROUP, 3300 CREEKSIDE COURT, WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 was registered; that the
true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/ are as follows: William J. Bartlett II, 3300 Creekside Court, Woodridge, IL 60517.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 4TH day of APRIL, A.D. 2025. Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (Published in The Lombardian April 10, 17 & 24, 2025) 470288
LEGAL NOTICE
On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, an in-person and virtual meeting conducted by DuPage High School District 88 will take place at the District Office (2 Friendship Plaza, Addison) and via Zoom at 8:00 am. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the District’s plan for providing special education services to students with identified disabilities who attend parentally placed private/parochial schools and home schools located within the District’s boundaries for the 2025-26 school year.
If you are a parent/guardian of a home-schooled student who has been or may be identified with a disability and you reside within the boundaries of DuPage High School District 88, you are encouraged to attend.
If you have further questions about this meeting and/or are interested in attending, please complete the survey at: https://forms.gle/ oaEsKAnAeTpmxQL17 or scan the QR Code:
(Published in the Elmhurst Independent, Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Review March 27, April 10, 17, 2025) 469057
For Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mr-
Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 20-03836IL
Illinois’
LIQUIDATION SALE
Monday, April 14th – Wednesday, April 30th
Factory and Warehouse Hours: Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturday, April 19th and April 26th 9:00 am to 1:00 pm or by appointment
Dear Esteemed Clients We are still in business after 102 years, We welcome you all to my nephew and Godson’s “State of the Art” furniture manufacturing factory at 2150 Madison Street, Bellwood. We missed Bellwood! If you want thousands of items made they can certainly do it for you with extreme precision. If you need refinishing, repairs, or reupholstering we are still here to serve you! We also continue our amazing and highly recommended restoration of church pews in any of your places of worship.
We have sold all of our carved wood upholstered living room sets and bedroom sets. However we still have our original complete dining room sets as well as living room and occasional coffee and end table sets at liquidation pricing.
We are offering for this limited time only 10% OFF LABOR or 30% OFF FABRICS!
All of our Capodimonte centerpieces, giftware. And ceramics from Italy at liquidation pricing.
We are offering for this limited time only 60% to 80% OFF DINING ROOM SETS And 70% OFF ALL TABLES AND MISCELLANEOUS!
Our main goal is to liquidate the balance of our inventory and focus on refinishing, repairs, reupholstery and complete furniture restoration. We truly hope to see you soon and say hello! All our best from the new expanded Montalbano Family.
MONTALBANO, INC.
We are located 3 blocks east of 25th Avenue and 2 blocks south of Washington Blvd. The parking lot entrance door is by the large rock sign “Welcome to Bellwood” 2150 Madison Street | Bellwood, IL 60104 USA
Phone: 1-708-774-1946
website: www.montalbanofurniture.com e-mail: richard.montalbano@icloud.com