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VOLUME XXXXVIII NUMBER 35—SATURDAY, JANUARY 2, 2010
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Governor reduces K-12 education funding Governor Mitch Daniels said the state will reduce funding to K-12 schools by $297 million in calendar 2010 beginning with their January payment. The reduction will be applied evenly to all school corporations using the current funding formula. It represents 2.7 percent of the total $11 billion schools receive from all sources or 3.5 percent of current state funding. “We reduced everything else first, and much more deeply, but K-12 education is half the entire budget and it became unavoidable for it to become part of the solution,” said Daniels. The governor said he acted quickly in response to the education community’s request for a fast, one-time decision on 2010 funding levels. K-12 spending is half of the state’s budget or about $6.5 billion annually. Daniels has said repeatedly that education reductions were a last resort and that every other area would be trimmed first. The governor has already ordered 20 percent spending cuts at state agencies and six percent from higher education. If the new revenue forecast proves accurate, the K-12 reductions, coupled with the previous cuts and
Governor Mitch Daniels use of most, if not all, of the state’s rainy day reserves, will keep Indiana in the black through the 18 months remaining in this budget cycle. Daniels encouraged Hoosiers to use the State Board of Education “Citizens’ Checklist” if their school corporation suggests
teacher layoffs. The checklist includes a host of suggested efficiencies school corporations can make to avoid reducing the number of teachers. The board plans to formally adopt the checklist on January 8. “Any district can find two or three percent savings without reducing teaching staff,” said Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Bennett. “If everyone, including teachers themselves will pitch in, we’ll get through this recession just fine.” Gary School Board president Kenneth Stalling said the board anticipated the state cuts and had begun discussing ways the board could trim the budget. “We need to make cuts as a district anyway. We’ve always been top heavy and now is the time to look at where the rubber meets the road, “ said Stalling. “There are going to be some top positions that we are going to eliminate. We have to be honest and realize that we don’t have a large student population, we don’t have 30,000 or 40,00 students anymore, and we have all those administrative positions.” Stalling said that the focus should be on the education of the students and not trying
to save someone’s job. “I don’t have any sacred cows, and if the position has to go it just has to go. There’s nothing personal about it. That’s where I am with this issue. We are going to have to face up to the reality that we can’t continue to do business as usual,” said Stalling. At-Large-Board member Darren Washington said that the city should implement a residency tax on non-Gary residents who work in the city but do not live here. He said that the tax would provide the much needed revenue for the school district and the city. “I believe that if you work in this city and don’t live in this city, I believe that you need to be taxed. We have school employees who work in this city but do not live in this city. We have city employees - department heads that work in this city, take nice money out of this city and enhance the economic vitality and property tax base of other communities,” said Washington. “What I would like to see is our legislative delegation look at an option tax for our community.” Washington said he plans to appear before a legislative committee next month to address the issue.
Hatcher applauds selection for U.S. Attorney Former Mayor Richard G. Hatcher is applauding the selection of David Capp as U.S. Attorney for the Northern District. President Obama announced the appointment of Capp last week. Capp has been an Assistant United States Attorney for the Northern District of Indiana for twenty-four years, serving as Interim United States Attorney since 2007. Capp previously served as interim United States Attorney in 1993 and from 1999 to 2001. Prior to his federal service, he worked as an associate at Cohen and Thiros from 1977 to 1985, becoming a partner in 1984. Capp graduated from the
University of Wisconsin in 1972 and the Valparaiso University School of Law in 1977. “Along with thousands of other residents of Gary, I welcome the possibility of David Capp becoming our next United States Attorney for the Northern District of Indiana. In addition to his outstanding service in the U.S. Attorney’s office Mr. Capp has an impeccable reputation for honesty, integrity and fairness. He is well qualified to serve in this position,” said Hatcher. Hatcher said that if Capp is appointed he (Continued on page 3)
INSIDE THIS ISSUE INDOT recommends permanent closure of S.R. 912 (Cline Avenue) Bridge (See story on page 2)
INTERIM U.S. ATTORNEY David Capp is pictured with Gary Chamber of Commerce CEO Chuck Hughes during one of the Chamber’s monthly business luncheons. Last week President Obama nominated Capp to the position of U.S. Attorney for the Northern District. Capp, who has been with the U.S. Attorney’s office for twenty-four years is expected to be easily confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
INDOT recommends permanent closure of S.R. 912 (Cline Avenue) Bridge After careful review by both Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) engineers and structural engineers for URS, Corporation, one of the country’s top bridge design and construction firms, INDOT Commissioner Michael W. Reed announced that the Cline Avenue bridge will remain closed permanently. “Everyone at INDOT understands the impact of this decision on residents, commuters and tourists,” states Reed. “However, the structural integrity of the bridge is in such a diminished state that any combination of repair or re-construction required to meet minimum safety requirements would cost in the tens of millions of dollars and offer a lifespan that would be a fraction of that justified by the investment.” After a discussion with the Governor and his staff, INDOT executives have briefed local officials and the major employers on this decision. There are two immediate actions INDOT will take. First, work will be accelerated in concert with local officials to ensure that every step is being taken to minimize disruption to the motoring public. This includes ongoing traffic monitoring, the initiation of a Traffic Impact Study to recommend prioritized lists of short and long-term improvements to local streets, and near-term action to enhance the following streets and intersections: • Dickey Road at the railroad crossing, Riley Road and 129th Street; • 129th Street at Indianapolis Boulevard; • Michigan Avenue at Dickey Road and U.S. 12/Columbus Drive • Cline Avenue ramps connecting with ArcelorMittal Steel. INDOT, in collaboration with local officials and planners, will move with dispatch on projects currently planned or ones to be identified that will address issues related to the bridge closing. This cooperation is critical given that many alternative routes are not INDOT maintained roadways. Second, INDOT will move quickly to identify the best options for replacing the bridge. There are a number of stakeholders who count on access from all directions for their businesses, ranging from Arcelor-Mittal Steel and BP to the casinos. “We will work closely with the Northwest Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC), local officials and businesses to obtain the best thinking as to what might be the right course of action,” added Reed. “Our aim is to have the options identified no 2
later than the end of February.” The current detour and ramp accesses will remain in place until a decision has been made on the action plan moving forward. Westbound Cline Avenue traffic is directed to take U.S. 12 (Columbus Drive) west to U.S. 12/20 (Indianapolis Boulevard) west to Calumet Avenue south. Eastbound traffic will be directed to take Calumet Ave. north to Indianapolis Blvd. east to Columbus Dr. east back to Cline Ave. Reed expressed INDOT’s top priority is the safety of the motoring public, and this priority necessitates the closure of the bridge. “As we move forward in identifying what comes next, I want to thank everyone in local government and the local business community who has stepped-up so responsibly since the bridge’s initial closing on November 13.” As part of a six-year, three-phase inspection contract that is currently underway, INDOT’s consultant is inspecting nine posttensioned concrete box girder bridges located around the state. The work involves visual inspections of the interior and exterior surfaces of the web walls as well as the top and bottom slabs. It also includes collecting bridge deck cores to check for chloride penetration, testing the grout, and inspecting for corrosion in some of the box girders. The second
phase of the inspection work on the bridges is expected to continue through the end of March 2010 as weather allows. These bridges are located throughout the state and include: · 2 bridges on State Road 26 over the Wabash River between Lafayette and West Lafayette • The bridge on State Road 47 that runs through Turkey Runs State Park • The bridge on US 136 at the west edge of Covington
• Bridge on US 50 east of North Vernon • Two bridge ramps on I-70 over I-70 and over I-465 and E. 21st Street • The eastbound and westbound SR 912 ramps over I80/94 Reed added that because of the unique construction of these bridges with the post-tensioned concrete box girders, a separate contract was created as additional training and expertise was needed
to correctly inspect these structures. “These inspections have been ongoing, prior to the closure of the Cline Avenue bridge. All bridges in Indiana are inspected at least once every two years where each component of the bridge is evaluated including the deck or pavement portion, the supporting beams and the structure beneath. INDOT would never allow the public to drive on a bridge considered to be unsafe.”
BISHOP HENRY WILLIAMSON, found er of the one Church One School program vi sited t h r e e G a r y h i g h s c h oo l s r e c e n t l y . W i l l i a m so n d u r i n g h i s v i si t a d d r e s s e d s t u d e n t s a t t h e Roosevelt Career and Technical Academy, West Side Leadership Academy and the Lew Wallace STEM Academy. He also spoke at an informational breakfast for the One Church One School Organization at the Gary Area Career Center. Bishop Williamson, (left), is pictured with Mayor Rudy Clay and Rev. Carrell K. Cargle following his speech at the informational breakfast. He later joined members of the One Church One School organization for a group photo. Front row (l-r) seated: Rev. Dwight Mobley, Rev. Eric Pearman, Elder Chester Bell, Bishop Williamson, Rev. Cargle and Bishop B.A. Sanders. Second row standing are members and supporters of the organization.
Attorney General: New borrower notice protects homebuyers Lender must provide letter about borrower rights, through law taking effect January 1
educate homeowners about mistakes to avoid in purchasing or refinancing a home.
Hoosier homebuyers will get an official notice of their legal rights from mortgage lenders under a new state law that takes effect January 1, 2010. “This official notice that all mortgage lenders now must provide to borrowers will help educate homebuyers of their legal rights at a stressful time,” Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller said. “Sometimes homebuyers have significant concerns but lack sufficient opportunities to raise questions prior to the closing.” The notice is posted online on the Homeowner Protection Unit (HPU) section of the Attorney General’s web site at http://www.indianaconsumer.com/homeowner/pub/Bor rowerNoticeForm.pdf. Established in 2005, the HPU investigates mortgage fraud, predatory lending and deceptive acts. Deputy attorneys general within the HPU can file civil lawsuits and licensing complaints against real-estate salespeople, appraisers, brokers and foreclosure consultants who violate state laws. Part of HPU’s mission is to
“Buying a home is the single largest purchase most people ever make. If consumers understand they have one business day to review the closing papers before signing, and three business days to cancel the sale after signing, then our hope is they will be better informed before they overextend themselves on a mortgage loan,” Zoeller said.
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The requirement that mortgage lenders provide a borrower notice is included in the state’s new mortgage-reform law, House Enrolled Act 1176, that the Indiana General Assembly passed in April. Most of its provisions took effect July 1, 2009. Among other things, the law adds new penalties on those who illegally influence real-estate appraisals, and it prohibits prepayment penalties that prevented homeowners with adjustable-rate mortgages from refinancing. One portion of the new law that has some enforcement through the Attorney General’s Office is triggered to take effect January 1,
they have been a victim of a fraudulent real-estate transaction can contact the Attorney General’s Homeowner Protection Unit at 1-800-382-5516 or by email at HPU@atg.in.gov.
Attorney General Greg Zoeller 2010. On this date, mortgage lenders will be required to provide borrowers going forward an official notice of their legal rights in the closing. In wording mandated by the new law, the official notice advises that: Borrowers in a real estate transaction have the right to inspect settlement documents the business day before the closing date. Improperly influencing a realestate appraiser on the value of an appraisal is illegal. Any borrower who suspects
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“Hoosier homebuyers ultimately will benefit from the greater transparency the new law creates,” Zoeller said. “We anticipate we will receive more consumer complaints about mortgage fraud after January 1, once this notice requirement takes effect.” Visit the Homeowner Protection Unit web site, http://www.indianaconsumer.com/hom eowner/index.asp, to find useful tips for borrowers on how to avoid falling victim to mortgage fraud or foreclosure-rescue scams. The Attorney General’s Office supports the Indiana Foreclosure Prevention Network or IFPN, a nonprofit housing-counseling partnership in which homeowners at risk of foreclosure can receive assistance from certified counselors and trained pro bono attorneys. For more information about assistance from the IFPN, visit www.877gethope.org or call toll-free 1-877-GET-HOPE. The Gary Crusader
Family of Nigerian bomb suspect pens open letter expressing shock and prayers Special to the NNPA from GIN (GIN) - The family of a young Nigerian traveller who allegedly attempted to detonate a powerful explosive while travelling to Detroit from Amsterdam, has issued a statement that provides more details of the alleged conversion of their son to extremist beliefs. The statement was prepared by the suspect’s father, Dr. Alhaji Umaru AbdulMutallab, a banker and a member of Nigeria’s powerful ruling elite. He had been identified early in the course of the near-disaster by a Nigerian website. According to the story as it first appeared on SaharaReporters.com, an anti-corruption website produced by Nigerians, Dr. AbdulMutallab said he had warned U.S. embassy officials of his son’s possible links to an al Qaeda organization that grew out of a visit to Yemen and his studies in London. Although his son, Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, was added to the terrorist watch list, he was not denied boarding privileges on the Amsterdam-Detroit Northwest Air flight. He reportedly paid cash for a one-way ticket and was allowed to board. But shortly before arrival, Umar Farouk attempted to ignite a fire which would have set off explosives he was carrying in his underwear. It is believed these explosives were strong enough to
Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab CREDIT: U.S.Marshals Service blow a hole in the plane’s fuselage. At the sound and smoke from the fire being ignited, Umar Farouk was wrestled down by passengers and attendants who successfully doused the flame. The first official response by the Homeland Security secretary Janet Napolitano, was that “the system worked really very, very smoothly over the course of the past few days,” but she retracted that assessment and now admits that there were failures with airline security. As to the al-Qaeda connection, as late as last August, experts said they were unable to find evidence of Osama Bin Laden’s group in Nigeria, despite several arrests by
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the government and two warnings from the U.S. about potential attacks on its interests in the country in as many years. Analysts remain sceptical about any link between Nigerian radical Muslims and global jihadists. Today Dr. AbdulMutallab released the following letter: “Our family, like the rest of the world, were woken up in the early hours of Saturday, 26th December, 2009 to the news of an attempt to blow up a plane by a young Nigerian man, who was later identified as Umar Farouk AbdulMutallab. Umar Farouk AbdulMutallab is the son of Alhaji (Dr.) Umaru AbdulMutallab, the head of this family. “Prior to this incident, his father, having become concerned about his disappearance and stoppage of communication while schooling abroad, reported the matter to the Nigerian security agencies about two months ago, and to some foreign security agencies about a month and a half ago, then sought their assistance to find and return him home. “We provided them with all the information required of us to enable them do this. We were hopeful that they would find and return him home. It was while we were waiting for the outcome of their investigation that we arose to the shocking news of that day.” The disappearance and cessation of communication which got his mother and father concerned to report to the security agencies are completely out of character and a very recent development, as be-
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faces historic and daunting challenges because of the region’s tragic and sometimes deserved reputation for private and public misconduct. “He will have the strong support of the good citizens of the Gary metropolitan area as he moves aggressively to restore integrity to our local governments. I commend President Barack Obama for his selection of Mr. Capp, and express the hope that the U.S. Senate confirmation process will move expeditiously,” Hatcher continued. Hatcher said the nomination raises a “most painful and troubling question.” “When will African American citizens be worthy of appointment to the federal judiciary in Indiana?” “For almost two hundred years, no person of color has been appointed to the federal district court bench in Indiana. The federal courts in our state may as well have posted a sign outside the courthouse door-Blacks need not apply! In all that time not a single African American, male or female, has been deemed qualified to sit on that high bench! No Black federal judge, no Black U.S. Attorney, no Black Clerk of The Gary Crusader
a federal District Court, and no Black U.S. Marshall in Indiana! None!” Hatcher noted that Capp’s appointment is the second Sen. Evan Bayh has recommended to President Obama. He said the first was Judge David Hamilton of Indianapolis. “Earlier this year, Senator Bayh recommended Judge Hamilton to the President for the vacancy on the U.S. Seventh Circuit of Appeals. While Judge Hamilton has been nominated, he continues to wait confirmation by the United States Senate. With the current recommendation of Mr. Capp, Senator Bayh makes it clear that he has no intention of correcting centuries of injustice by encouraging the nomination and appointment of an African American citizen to the federal judiciary in our state. How disappointing! The viciously racist practice of apartheid in the Indiana federal judiciary continues, unabated,” Hatcher concluded. Capp will have to be confirmed by the Senate Judiciary Committee. It is expected that he will not face any opposition in his confirmation.
fore then, from very early childhood, Farouk, to the best of parental monitoring, had never shown any attitude, conduct or association that would give concern. As soon as concern arose, very recently, his parents, reported it and sought help. “The family will continue to fully cooperate with local and international security agencies towards the investigation of this matter, while we await results of
the full investigation. We, along with the whole world, are thankful to Al-Mighty God that there were no lives lost in the incident. May God continue to protect us all, amen.” Finally, as the matter is being investigated by the various agencies, and has already been mentioned in a U.S. court, the family requests that the press should regard this as the only statement it will make for now.
Woman Jailed After Threatening Michelle Obama Special to the NNPA from the Afro American Newspapers A woman accused of threatening to “blow away” first lady Michelle Obama landed in federal court on December 22 as the Obamas prepared to travel to Hawaii for the Christmas holiday, the Associated Press reported. Kristy Lee Roshia, a 35-year-old woman who has a history of sending threats and violent messages to the Secret Service, was charged with making threats against a member of the president’s family and assaulting a federal agent. Police arrested Roshia less than two miles from the Kailua home where the Obamas are spending the holidays. According to the AP, Roshia called the Secret Service’s office in Boston, telling a receptionist she
Kristy Lee Roshia would “kill Michelle Obama” and “kill Marines.” According to the report, Roshia first sent a message to the Secret Service in 2004 when she said her mission was to assassinate the president, although she did not wish to hurt him. She has also sent rambling messages, love letters, poems and photographs of herself to various Secret Service offices, according to police affidavits reviewed by the Associated Press.
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EDITORIAL UNREASONABLY GREAT EXPECTATIONS
HAPPY NEW YEAR! 2010 is here and, interestingly, corresponds with the first year anniversary of the inauguration of America’s first African American president, Barack Obama. He was sworn into office on January 20, 2009, one short year ago. African Americans and others who believed in the Obama platform were jubilant with hope and high expectations. Too high. Today, various and sundry persons are criticizing Obama for what he has not done. Some of the criticism is valid. For example, he has failed to give adequate attention to the plight of African Americans stating that he is the “president of all of the people and not just African Americans.” Truth be told, it took a coalition across the color spectrum to put him in office, and because of this, he is obligated, so to speak, to dance to the tune of many masters. Politics is the art of compromise, and the best ones are able to maneuver in such a way that most people are satisfied, but you can’t please all of the people all of the time. Charity does, however, begin at home, and Obama should recognize this fact and not take Black people for granted. It is certain that some of the criticism facing Obama has its origins in the notion that an African American should not be president of the United States; should not occupy the most powerful seat on the planet. Though it is publicly unspoken, there are those who still believe that Black people are not as intelligent as others, which may be the reason that he has been critiqued more highly than his predecessor, George W. Bush, who left us with a tanking economy and years of unabated imperialistic warfare. Basically, Bush left America in a shambles and Obama is the clean-up man. The healthcare debate alone, demonstrates Obama’s resolve to make a significant difference in the lives of Americans. His struggles with this issue, along with the climate change debacle in Copenhagen, calls up the specter of “Council Wars” faced by the late, great former Mayor of Chicago, Harold Washington. Looking at this situation, Obama is, indeed, paying “Black Taxes,” i.e., penalties for being Black, when it comes to his perceived performance. He has received more death threats than any other American president in history! An article by Robert Watson, Ph.D., Coordinator of American Studies at Lynn University, in response to criticism that Obama has done nothing, has published an impressive list of 90 Obama administration accomplishments! An objective perusal of this list is proof positive that Obama has made progress in the right direction during his first year in office. As we look forward to the New Year, let’s remember that it takes all of us to make a democracy work. The task does not just lie with one person. We must make sure that President Obama responds to the needs of Americans, but we must also remember to have realistic expectations – he is not the Christ or the Anti-Christ – he is America’s first African American president trying to make a difference. Let’s help him. With this said, please have a safe and prosperous New Year! 4
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
SENATORS “STICK IT” TO STATES Dear Editor:
Every U.S. Senator who voted for the health care reform bill “stuck” every State in the Union with a big bill that no State needs right now during a recession and falling revenues. Because the health care reform bill affects every State by expanding Medicaid and demanding other new State expenditures, the new law will cost states billions of dollars at a time when the states have budget problems already. The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration reported that the Senate bill will cost Indiana $2.3 billion over the next ten years. Much of the costs will happen in the first few years during the transition from the current systems to the new systems under the health care reform bill. The report states that the administrative costs for Indiana to change to an expanded Medicaid would be about $200 million. Evan Bayh was the only U.S. Senator from Indiana who voted for the senate’s health care reform bill. The bill that Senator Bayh supported will cancel $450 billion in Medicare benefits to senior citizens, too. To pay the costs of transitioning to the new health care reform law, every state will have to raise taxes or cut spending on current pro-
grams and services. Neither alternative presents an attractive political choice. Woodrow Wilcox
State sponsored terrorism documented in Ohio Dear Editor: Two cases of well documented acts of state-sponsored terrorism have occurred twice in Ohio within a year, yet the perpetrators have yet to see justice, and few media outlets have yet to report on it despite massive amounts of solid evidence. I have an audio recording of the owner of a home surveillance store in Columbus, Al Smith, who signed an affidavit for a woman who had a brain implant in her head after looking at her xrays and testing for radio frequencies. The audio interview is available for free at www.chadkister.com under my blog, and The Thought Police are Real in 2009. I have also posted several x-rays that clearly show the implant on the frontal lobe of one of the individuals. I also have a half-hour interview with Jeff Stibel, Chairman of Braingate, which makes brain implants. Both individuals stated that they were thought policed, with voices injected into their heads with the implants. Efforts were then made to declare
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the individuals mentally unfit to stand trial because of their assertions. I know one of them personally, as a well known and respected scholar in the Athens, Ohio area. He continues to try to get his doctors to admit there is an object on his frontal lobe, pointing to it on the x-rays that you can see at www.chadkister.com, but his doctors have been given National Security Letters, and all they say is that everything looks normal. (Continued on page 6)
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Nosing Around By Nosey EDITOR’S NOTE: The following column is a gossip column. W e a s k t h a t i t e m s c o nt a i n e d herein be judged by individuals t h a t r e a d i t a s s u c h a nd n o t a s d o c u me n t e d f a c t s g a t h e r e d b y the newsgathering personnel of this publication.
WE WANT OUR MONEY TOO Word reached Nosey that employees of Majestic Star Casino who had direct deposit to their checking account were left high and dry over the weekend. According to what Nosey heard the company failed to place the money into the accounts of the employees who needed the money to get them through the holiday weekend. Stand in line Majestic employees behind Roy Pratt and hope that there will be some money coming. - Nosey BACK AND FORTH Word reached Nosey that a
member of the Board of Mis-Education has been abusing their powers. From what we hear this board member has been going around flaunting their authority and trying to intimidate school system employees. So over the top has been this member that a colleague took them to task at a recent board meeting about their outlandish behavior. The overbearing board member call themselves investigating something that they claim is a questionable purchase by one of the departments. Though the board member seems to be beating a dead horse with their so-called investigation, for some reason they can’t see it, and appear to be blinded by their obsession. The behavior has fellow board members wondering if this board member has gone off on the deep end. - Nosey -
S A N D I C O G A N , D i r e c t or o f C om m u n i t y A f fa i r s a t S m i t h , Bizzell and Warner Funeral Home received an Angel doll from New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, pastor Seion Roberts. The doll was designed for Cogan, because she was “such an angel in he lping with our annual church picnic,” said d oll de signer, Jane Russell. Russell was the chairman of the 2009 picnic an d Coga n a rra nged a corn roast, clown popcorn and snokones sponsored by Smith, Bizzell and Warner.
COULD QUITE POSSIBLY BE Word reached Nosey that the pastor of a church located on 25th Ave., east of Grant Street, up and resigned the other day.
MICHELLE WILLIAMS RECEIVED the Smith, Bizzell and Warner Funeral Home Signature Bouquet and a hug from her sister, Kim at a recent fund raiser given for her at the Dynasty Banquet Center in Hammond. After a ten-year search, a kidney donor was matched, and she recently had the transplant. D on a l d B i d di n g s , J r . w a s t h e do n o r . S m i t h , B i z z e l l , a n d Warner Funeral Home provided corporate sponsorship for the breakfast. Both recipient and donor are lifelong friends from the city of East Chicago.
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According to some of the members the resignation took the congregation by surprise and quite a few members were visibly upset about the resignation. There are some members who are questioning why the minister would just up and quit with no word of warning. They say as far as they know he wasn’t involved in any type of scandal or anything like that. So the only thing they could think of is that he may be angling to get the pastorship of a church on the far east side. The members of the church on the far east side were paying their pastor ninety grand, which would be a substantial increase in salary for the pastor on 25th Ave, whose salary was rumored to be in the forty grand range. The members will be watching to see if their former pastor turns up at the church on the far east side of town. If he does they’ll know that he left them for greener pastures.
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NIPSCO wants to renew alternative gas programs Programs Provide Customers Options for Purchasing Natural Gas Northern Indiana Public Service Company recently announced that it wants a two year extension from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission for the company’s current offering of alternative natural gas programs aimed at providing residential, commercial and industrial customers with options for purchasing energy. Referred to as the company’s alternative regulatory program, NIPSCO’s ARP is set to expire on April 30, 2010. If approved, NIPSCO’s request would extend the programs until April 30, 2012. “We recognize the value that these programs provide to many of our customers,� added Guy Ausmus, Senior Vice President of Customer Engagement for NIPSCO. “For more than a decade, these popular programs have of-
fered customers the opportunity to shop around for the natural gas they purchase, to lock-in rates and be assured that they are being supplied with safe and reliable natural gas service.� Initially approved by the IURC in 1997, and most recently renewed in early 2006, NIPSCO’s ARP allows the utility’s natural gas customers the option to participate in NIPSCO’s Choice Program, DependaBill Program and Price Protection Services. Nearly 165,000 – or 23 percent – of NIPSCO’s total residential and commercial customers have selected alternative services. The NIPSCO Choice Program gives customers an opportunity to choose an alternative natural gas supplier. Today, there are 12 approved suppliers available to NIPSCO customers. While customers have the ability to purchase gas from an alternative supplier, NIPSCO is still responsible for safely delivering the purchased gas to a customer’s
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (Continued from page 4) You can see the x-ray compared to an x-ray of a brain without a microchip, and you can clearly see the difference. I need some x-ray technicians to step forward and contact me that there is an object in the xray. We also desperately need independent, investigative reporters, either at newspapers or as personal projects for the protection of our civil liberties, to look into this major violation of civil liberties. While there is no question that this technology exists,
the scant media coverage about brain implants has allowed its abuse to go on unnoticed. Such abuses will only get worse, and harder to detect with nanotechnology that is making miniaturized electronics, and brain-computer interface technology that is connecting these devices to people’s brains.
home or business through its existing pipeline system. DependaBill provides a fixed monthly bill with no annual reconciliation, while the PPS option allows customers to fix or cap their per-unit cost of natural gas.
Mayor Rudy Clay to address Chamber Luncheon The Gary Chamber of Commerce will hold it’s monthly General Membership Luncheon on Monday, January 11, 2010, 12:00 Noon at The Stadium Buffet & Grill, 411 E. 5th Avenue, Gary, with scheduled guest speaker the Honorable Mayor Rudy Clay, City of Gary. Mayor Clay will share his vision for 2010 and give an overview of issues that affect the City of Gary, Northwest Indiana and the business community. The meeting/luncheon is open to all interested parties. The cost is $17.00 per person-advanced reservations, $20.00 at the door ($20 will be invoiced for no-show RSVP’s). Luncheon payments can now be made by phone or with any major credit card. Call the Chamber office (219) 8857407 to reserve your seat today.
Additional information about these programs may be found at the Web site: www.nipsco.com by visiting the products and services section. NIPSCO, with headquarters in Merrillville, Ind., is one of the 10 energy distribution companies of NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI). With over 712,000 natural gas customers and 457,000 electric cus-
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SPECIAL TO ENTREPRENEURS: you’re invited to check out Home-Based Businesses in NW Indiana when they spotlight their services, products and skills, Tuesday, January 5, between 5:30 and 6:30 PM, in the 2nd floor auditorium of Gary’s main library, at 5th & Adams Street. Hosts DAISY CURTIS and ANNIE MAY tell us that new and potential business owners are especially invited to attend this session with details available at 938-3946 or 938-6611.
Horseman & Guests on dancefloor ment Complex staffer ANNE SMITH (Jan. 7). -DDCOMES NOW THE CONTINUATION of our annual foto review of the past year with a twist!
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Casper center, calling the dance shots This time we feature several Kodak-moments of folks we cannot identify but who are probably
their former workplace. Members of the Gary Alumni Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity made sure that
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Clockwise from top, left, Robinson, Cherry, Williams & Harris KICKING OFF THE NEW YEAR with birthday celebrations are: Arizona-transplant MARGUERITE EVERETT WERTZ, EUNICE WILLIAMS, STACY ALLISON, ALEXIS ADAMS, BARBARA MARSHALL and SAM EATON (New Year’s Day); PEARL BACHMAN, TASHEILA FOUNTAIN and TERRILYNN JOHNSON (Jan. 2); ELOISE BUSH and LYNN BRADSHAW (Jan. 3); retired postal employe ELEANOR AMOS, VIRGINIA MOORE, local cable TV videographer MICHELLE HARPER and Chi Towners BENITA HALL and DARLENE HAWTHORNE (Jan. 4); SYLINDA HARRIS (Jan. 5); The Crusader Newspapers’ JOHN SMITH, retired Gary gendarme GEORGE WILFORD, JUDY CHERRY, The 63 Lady Panthers’ JUDI MEADE and Gary City Councilperson KIMBERLY ROBINSON (Jan. 6); and SUSAN STEEL and Lake County Govern8
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wondering what happened to the shots we took of them in local linedance action (so-to-speak). We’ll call this our “Lost ‘N Found” edition of the DEN where, if you look carefully, you might see yourself! Like this flashback to the September reunion bash of all alumni of Gary’s former Horace Mann High which welcomed serious dancers to the Gary Genesis Center floor.Then there was the appearance of recording guru (and dance innovator) CASPER on the local scene to instruct locals on the latest moves in his dance creations. More than a few folks were caught getting their groove on in Merrillville’s YesterYears Banquet Hall last November as staffers in Gary’s former NW Indiana Medical Center band-aided their memories of
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pens during the annual production of the Delaney Projects Development Reunion Organization which welcomes current and former residents of that west Gary housing complex. And we couldn’t wind down this feature without including a dance floor scene from last fall’s legendary reunion blast of Roosevelt-Froebel High alums that found this attractive quartet of Blue Devils hangin’ out.
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DDDEGGANS’ DIG: HERE’S HOPING THE NEW YEAR BRINGS YOU MORE EXERCISE THAN MERELY RUNNING-UP BILLS AND STRETCHING-OUT BUDGETS.
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Second Chance Foundation providing the gift of warmth By Carmen M. Woodson-Wray Gary City Courts Second Chance Foundation is truly committed to its motto of focusing on providing a healthy community to the families of its participants. The Foundation is a part of Gary’s Drug Court Program that supports its participants with emergency assistance. They also provide a residential facility for women with children that have substance issues. Since its inception in 1996 the program has faithfully donated warm winter coats and accessories to the family members of its participants. Mary Ann Torian, Program Director for the Gary City Courts, said it is the motto of the courts to impart a healthy community. She said, “In order to do this we have to focus on the individuals because it is the court’s mission to ensure that our participants are healthy spiritually, physically and emotionally.” Gary City Judge Deidre Monroe said during the holiday season the courts and the Second Chance Foundation look forward to providing coats and winter accessories to the family members of its participants. This week the program will give away a second donation of coats
following the first give away that provided over 20 young people with brand new coats donated by the board members of the Foundation. Bill Hill, one of the board members that sponsored coats said it is his mission in life to help those less fortunate. He said, “It is my calling to help those in need. So many children are without any means of getting clothes let alone winter clothing. When anyone calls on me to help I’m going to do my best. That’s who I am.” Board member Ella Monroe said she too saw the need to provide warm coats for those children without during this cold wintry season and made purchases. She said, “We wanted to provide because we knew of many children of participants who did not have coats, gloves or hats this year. It’s just a good feeling to help someone to not only have something to eat but (to also) have a warm coat.” The Second Chance Foundation gave away a second phase of coats to families of its participants this week prior to its Drug Court Session. Torian said it was necessary for the Foundation to have a second give away because they wanted to make sure no participant’s family member was without a warm coat this wintry season.
Ivy Tech Community College expands offerings for aspiring teachers Ivy Tech Community College is offering an education course at its Michigan City campus that can get you started in the field of education beginning January 11, 2010. EDUC 121, Child and Adolescent Development, will be offered on Wednesdays from 68:45 PM. The college offers an Associate degree in Education. This program is designed for students interested in entering the field of education as well as experienced paraprofessionals seeking the necessary certification. This degree prepares students for employment in the educational setting, both elementary (K-5) and secondary (6-12). Ivy
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Tech education graduates enter the classroom as qualified paraprofessionals (teacher assistants) and can easily transfer to most four-year Indiana universities to complete the teacher education program. Regional transfer agreements have been articulated with Indiana University Northwest, Purdue University North Central, Purdue University Calumet, and Valparaiso University. For further information contact Jo Ann Ficken, Education Program Chair, at (219) 879-9137 ext. 253 or jficken@ivytech.edu. Ivy Tech Community College is the state’s largest public post-secondary institution and the nation’s largest singly-accredited statewide community college system with more than 130,000 students enrolled annually. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana. It serves as the state’s engine of workforce development, offering affordable degree programs and training that are aligned with the needs of its community along with courses and programs that transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
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THE GARY CITY Court’s Second Chance Program provided coats and other accessories for par tici pants of the program d urin g the pr ogra m’s annua l c oa t gi ve a wa y. Me mbe rs of t he Second Chance Board are pictured during the coat give away L-R: William ‘Bi ll’ Hill, First District Councilwoman. Marilyn Krusas, Ella S. Monroe, Deandre Johnson, Edison Edwards and Third District Councilwoman Mary Brown. Councilwoman Krusas and Brown each donated $500 to the Second Chance Program. (Photo by Lou Roldan)
We wish this new year grows you in wisdom, strength and righteousness for the well being of our lives and communities. Marvin Lyles
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“Best Christmas party ever” may become tradition at First A.M.E. Church According to The Courtesy Guild, they hosted “The best Christmas party ever” Sunday, Dec. 13, at First A.M.E. Church, 2045 Massachusetts St. The pastor is the Rev. Emmanuel Vaughn Sr. Every church organization contributed financially to the “gala” to which every church member was invited. The Courtesy Guild attributes the idea for this “different type party” to member Jean Preston. Member Daisy Purnell immediately stepped up with a great menu idea with special help from Faye Barnes. President Dorothy Cooper Jones said the rest of the members worked like “Santa’s little helpers” to make the party a big success. Cheryl McCoy, a member of the Jr. Courtesy Guild, was the outstanding mistress of ceremonies. Also, Sunday School Department members provided the decorations which were described by one person as “walking into a winter won-
derland.” The decorations coordinators were Pamela Powers, Tracey Hoyles, Kathy Powers, Cynthia Rambert and Ella Kelly. After a delicious dinner, “Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus” made their grand entrance and personally presented each child with toys and books. Group Christmas carols were sung throughout the afternoon. Children gathered around the storyteller, Harriett Washington, who beautifully performed “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” She also read a stirring rendition of “The Night Before Jesus Came.” Vaughn was delighted with the party and suggested that it be made an annual Christmas tradition at First A.M.E. He said, “God keeps on blessing us at First A.M.E. where our doors are always open to the community and new members are welcomed with open arms.”
FIRST A.M.E. CHURCH, threw the best church Christmas party ever! All church members were invited to partici pate and all church organizations contributed financi ally to make it a gala affair. Members of the Sunday School Department provided the decorations that depicted a walk in Winter Wonderland. Church members enjoyed food and the festive mood of the occasion. Pictured are the party participants, Front Row Seated and Kneeling (Left to Right): Rev. Emmanuel J. Vaughn, Sr., Pastor, Cynthia Rambert, Jean Preston. Standing (Left to Right): Pa mela Powers, El la K elly , H elen Com er, Ha rriett Washington, Trace y Hoy les, Fi rst Lady Mary Vaughn, Kathy Powers, Faye Barnes, Courtesy Guild President Dorothy Cooper Jones, Dorothy Cowherd, Daisy Purnell and Cory Jones.
CHURCH CALENDAR Attend, perform in Gospel Express Gospel Hour musical Attend “The First Musical of the Year,” to be presented by Gospel Express Gospel Hour, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 3, at Moving in the Spirit Auditorium, 1150 Wright St. The pastor is Prophetess Bernice Collins Gill. The schedule performers are: Rose Dumas; The Gales of Joy; from Chicago – The Holy Gospel Singers, The Newborn Harmonizers, the Rev. Virgil Mixon and The Golden Stars. All soloists and groups are invited. For information, call (219) 218-6206. The master of ceremonies will be Deacon Steve Watson. Vote for finalists for “Stellar Gospel Awards – Gary Style” Vote by Jan. 16, for the finalists for the second annual “Stellar Gospel Awards – Gary Style.” Ballots will be available in the Gary weekly newspapers, according to Vernon G. Smith, board chair of the African American Achievers Youth Corps Inc. The corps will host the presentation of the awards at 7 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 30, at the Glen, 20 W. Ridge Rd. There’s a maximum of five nominees in each “of the year” categories. The finalists are: “Church” – St. James Baptist, New Friendship Baptist, First A.M.E., 20th Century, St. Monica/St. Luke; “Preacher” – the Revs. Benjamin Holmes, Roosevelt Bradley Jr., Laverne Swain, Edward Turner, Alfred Johnson; “Choir” – Gary Civic Chorale, New Friendship Baptist Church, Clark Road Missionary Baptist The Gary Crusader
Church, St. Timothy Community Church, Godwill; “Choir director” – Brandon Rudd, Waushara Person, Delosa Burns, George Tyler, Dolena Mack; “Organist” – Terry Richardson, Chris Sims, Damion Miller, Sandra Turner, Thomas Elmore; “Drummer” – Antonio Brown, Carl O’Neal, Willie Miller, Brenda Johnson, Dwane Watkins; “Pianist” – Jean Johnson, Ida Eunice Lawrence, Maulty Jewel
IV, Delwin Murphy, Chris Sims; “Group or Duo” – One Nation Under God, Wings of Harmony Singers, CeCe and Co., Heavenly Bound Gospel, Brothers in Christ; “Male Vocalist” – Cliff Gober, Charles Johnson, David Gullett, Thomas Elmore, Eddie Scott; “Female Vocalist” – Armeice Johnson, Cathy Townsend, Mama Rose Dumas, Cecelia Tapp, Mozelle Holland; “Praise Dancers” – Praise 2009
Dancers, Ebony Winslett, Chosen, God’s Image, Gregory Brokeman; “Praise Team” – Embassies of Christ, True Foundation, New Nazareth Missionary Baptist Church; “Radio Personality” – Joyce Peterson, the Rev. Kenneth Williams, Marvin Lyles, Darryl King. The ticket price in advance is $20 and they are on sale at Beau-
tiful Things, 3570 Village Court. The price at the door will be $25. For information, call Smith at 887-2046. Send Your Church Announcements Send your church announcements to: Ga ry Cr usader, Church Calendar, 1549 Broadway, Gary, IN 46407; (219)8854357; fax (219)883-3317; e-mail – garycrusadernews@aol.com.
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Governor’s Workplace Safety Awards Seeking Nominees Nominations are currently being sought for the 2010 Governor’s Workplace Safety Awards, which recognize the most innovative safety and health initiatives among Indiana’s workplaces. Awards are offered for general industry and construction in four categories: education and outreach (external and internal), innovations and partnerships. The awards are a result of a partnership among government, business and safety leaders: the Indiana Department of Labor, on behalf of Gov. Mitch Daniels, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce and the Central Indiana Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers. The safety awards are open to all organizations, regardless of size or number of workers affected. All Hoosier businesses, unions, municipalities, schools, service organizations, nonprofit organizations or individuals are eligible to apply for the awards. To qualify, a company must be deemed to be free of compliance disputes concerning all applicable local,
state and federal statutes and regulations. Foremost, applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and health. For an award application form and more information, visit www.insafetyconf.com. The deadline for submitting an application is January 28. Applications should be emailed to Jesse Brothers at jbrothers@indianachamber.com or mailed to: Indiana Chamber of Commerce Governor’s Workplace Safety Awards - Attn: Jesse Brothers 115 W. Washington Street, Ste. 850S Indianapolis, IN 46204. The 2010 Governor’s Workplace Safety Awards will be presented during a luncheon on March 3 at the Indianapolis Marriott East. The event is part of the threeday Indiana Safety & Health Conference & Expo, presented by the Central Indiana Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers and the Indiana Chamber in partnership with INSafe and the Indiana Section of the American Industrial Hygiene Association.
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Pre-Proposal Conference:
December 7th, 2009 at 10:00a.m. Local Time
Written Questions Due:
December 14th, 2009, at 12:00p.m. Local Time January 8th, 2009, at 12:00p.m. Local Time
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LAKE SUPERIOR COURT, ROOM THREE DOMESTIC RELATIONS DIVISION SITTING IN GARY, INDIANA
IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF
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NOTICE OF SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION
Comes now the Petitioner, VERNON LANE, In person, pro se, and files Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, herein together with Affidavit of a competent person(s) showing the Affiant has been unable to ascertain in the residence or other address of the Respondent WILMA LANE scheduled for the 23RD day of FEBRUARY 2010, at 1:30 p.m. in the Lake Superior Court, Room Three, Domestic Relations Division, located at 15 West 4th Avenue, Gary, Indiana 46402. Said Respondent must respond tot the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, in writing in person, or by attorney, within sixty (60) days after the first publication of notice, or judgment may be entered against the Respondent as demanded in the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage on file in the Office of the Clerk in said County and State, or said action may be heard and determined in the absence of the Respondent and may result in a final judgment by default.
LEGAL NOTICE
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto set my hand and affix the seal of said Court at Gary, Indiana, this 18th day of, NOVEMBER 2009.
Le gal Notice Requ est for Proposals: 09-24
Thomas R. Philpot Clerk Lake Superior Court
The Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC) is requesting qualifications to be received for the following:
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School Budget Form No. 3 (Rev 05/08) Notice The proper legal officers of Gary Corporation School Corporation will meet at Gary Area Career Center October 14, 2008 at 6:00 P.M. to consider establishment of a Capital Projects Fund Plan. The following is a general outline of the plan: CURRENT EXPENDITURES: (1) Land Acquisition And Development (2) Professional Services (3) Education Specifications Development (4) Building Acquisition, Construction, And Improvements (includes 45200 and 45300) (5) Rent Of Buildings, Facilities, And Equipment (6) Purchase Of Mobile Or Fixed Equipment (7) Emergency Allocation (Other Facilities Acquisition and Construction) (8) Utilities (Maintenance of Buildings) (9) Maintenance Of Equipment (10) Sports Facility (11) Property Or Casualty Insurance (12) Other Operation And Maintenance Of Plant (13) Technology Instruction - Related Technology Admin Tech Services SUBTOTAL CURRENT EXPENDITURES
Account No.
2009
41000 43000 44000 45100
10,021,330
45500 47000 49000
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2011
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8,112,051
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(14) Allocation for Future Projects (Cumulative Totals) 60100 (15) Transfer From One Fund to Another TOTAL EXPENDITURES AND ALLOCATIONS 14,936,726 SOURCES AND ESTIMATES OF REVENUE (1) January 1, Cash Balance (2) Less Encumbrances Carried Forward from Previous Year (3) Estimated Cash Balance Available for Plan (Line 1 minus Line 2) 1 4,242,125 (4) Property Tax Revenue (5) Auto Excise, CVET and FIT receipts 637,166 (6) Other Revenue (Interest Income) 57,435 3,4,5,6): TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR PLAN (Add lines ESTIMATED PROPERTY TAX RATE TO FUND PLAN: 3.5605 BASED UPON AN ASSESSED VALUATION OF: 400,000,000
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TAXPAYERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THE MEETING FOR A MORE DETAILED EXPLANATION OF THE PLAN AND TO BE HEARD ON THE PROPOSED PLAN. This notice includes Future Allocations which have not previously been subject to taxpayer objections. Project - Location year 2009
Allocation year 2010 $ $ $
Allocation year 2011 $ $ $
Allocation $ $ $
*Future Allocations as specified above will be subject to objections during the period stated in the Notice of Adoption to be published at a later date. TO BE PUBLISHED IN YEARS AFTER THE FIRST YEAR This notice includes Future Allocations which have previously been subject to taxpayer objections. Project - Location year 2009
Allocation year 2010 $ $ $
Allocation year 2011 $ $ $
Allocation $ $ $
*Future Allocations as specified above are not subject to objections during the period stated in the Notice of Adoption to be published at a later date. Taxpayers are invited to attend the meeting for a detailed explanation of the plan and to exercise their rights to be heard on the proposal. If the proposal is adopted by resolution, such proposal will be submitted to the Department of Local Government Finance for approval.
Dated this 14th Day of October, 2008
BOARD PRESIDENT
Ms. Nellie Moore, President
VICE PRESIDENT
Mr. Kenneth Stalling, Vice President
SECRETARY
Ms. Barbara Leek, Secretary
MEMBER
Mr. Jesse Morris
MEMBER
Mr. Darren Washington
MEMBER
Dr. Marion Williams
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STATE OF INDIANA
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE LAKE SUPERIOR COURT
NOTICE OF SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION
SS COUNTY OF LAKE
Bobby D. Conger; Stephanie Conger; and Unknown Occupants
CAUSE NO. 45D02-0911-MF-00445 Comes now the Petitioner, KEITH DEAN, In person, pro se, and files Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, herein together with Affidavit of a competent person(s) showing the Affiant has been unable to ascertain in the residence or other address of the Respondent DENISE DEAN scheduled for the 6th day of JANUARY 2010, at 9:00 a.m. in the Lake Superior Court, Room Three, Domestic Relations Division, located at 15 West 4th Avenue, Gary, Indiana 46402.
US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR ARMT 2007-1 Plaintiff Vs.
Said Respondent must respond tot the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, in writing in person, or by attorney, within sixty (60) days after the first publication of notice, or judgment may be entered against the Respondent as demanded in the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage on file in the Office of the Clerk in said County and State, or said action may be heard and determined in the absence of the Respondent and may result in a final judgment by default.
JIM D RAY, SR., SANDRA L. RAY, MERIDIAN MORTGAGE COMPANY, INC., AND ALL UNKNOWN TENANTS AND OCCUPANTS Defendants NOTICE OF SUIT The State of Indiana to the defendants named above and any other person or persons who may be concerned. You are notified that you have been sued in the Court above named. The nature of the suit is the foreclosure of a mortgage upon the property located in Lake County at 212 S. Colorado St., Hobart, IN 46342, legally described as: The South 50 feet of the North 150 of the following described tract: Part of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 31, Township 36 North, Range 7 West of the 2nd Principal Meridian, in the City of Hobart, Lake County, Indiana, described as follows: Commencing at a point on the Northerly right of way line of the New York Central and St. Louis Railroad and 30 feet West of the East line of said tract 259.48 feet; thence West parallel with North line of said Section 125 feet; thence South parallel with the East line of said tract 230.26 to the Northerly right of way of the New York Central and St. Louis Railroad; thence Southeasterly along said Northerly right of way 129.13 feet to the place of beginning (hereafter “Real Estate”). This summons by publication is specifically directed to the following named defendants whose addresses are follows:
Defendants NOTICE OF SUIT The State of Indiana to the defendants named above and any other person or persons who may be concerned. You are notified that you have been sued in the Court above named. The nature of the suit is the foreclosure of a mortgage upon the property located in Lake County 2764 Wells Street, Lake Station, IN, 46405, legally described as: THE SOUTH 45 FEET OF LOT 4 AND THE NORTH 30 FEET OF LOT 3 BLOCK 2, SAYLOR MANOR, IN THE TOWN OF EAST GARY, NOW CITY OF LAKE STATION, AS SHOWN IN PLAT BOOK 32, PAGE 9, IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA. (hereafter “Real Estate”).
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto set my hand and affix the seal of said Court at Gary, Indiana, this 6th day of, DECEMBER 2009. Thomas R. Philpot Clerk Lake Superior Court
This summons by publication is specifically directed to the following named defendants whose addresses are follows:
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IN THE LAKE SUPERIOR COURT
Bobby D. Conger; Stephanie Conger
SS COUNTY OF LAKE
CAUSE NO. 45D10-0908-MF-00379
NATIONAL CITY REAL ESTATE SERVICES LLC SBM NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE, INC. FKA NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE CO.
You must respond to this summons by publication, by you or your attorney, on or before thirty (30) days after the Third Notice of Suit has been published. If you fail to do so, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint NELSON & FRANKENBERGER 3105 E 98TH STREET, SUITE 170 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA 46280 (317) 844-0106 12/17, 12/24, 12/30
Plaintiff Vs. MIGUEL RAMIREZ AND JAIME RAMIREZ Defendants
GARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION NOTICE OF SALE OF WARRANTS NOTICE OF SUIT
Jim D. ray, Sr., meridian Mortgage Company, Inc., and All Unknown Tenants and occupants You must respond to this summons by publication, by you or your attorney, on or before thirty (30) days after the Third Notice of Suit has been published. If you fail to do so, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint NELSON & FRANKENBERGER 3105 E 98TH STREET, SUITE 170 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA 46280 (317) 844-0106
The State of Indiana to the defendants named above and any other person or persons who may be concerned. You are notified that you have been sued in the Court named above. The nature of the suit against you is: Foreclosure of real estate mortgage on: The East 174.5 feet of Lot 40 and the East 174.5 feet of Lot 41 in Herod’s Subdivision, East Chicago Lake County, Indiana This summons by publication is specifically directed to the following named defendants whose addresses are follows: Jaime Ramirez and Miguel Ramirez
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STATE OF INDIANA) SS COUNTY OF LAKE
IN THE LAKE SUPERIOR COUR ROOM NUMBER FOUR SITTING AT GARY, INDIANA
ROSIE LEE MCKINLEY Plaintiff Vs. HAROLD WASHINGTON HIS HEIRS REPRESENTATIVES, DEVISEES, LEGA TEES, EXECUTOR, ADMINISTRATORS, SPOUSES, RECEIVER, LESSEES, SUCCESSORS, AND ANY OTHERS, KNOWN OR UNKNOWN CLAIMING AN INTEREST
CASUE NO. 45D11-0910-PL-00115
MERCER BELANGER CHASE TOWER 111 MONUMENT CIRCLE, SUITE 3400 P.O. BOX 44942 INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46244-0942 (317) 636-3551 (317) 636-6680 12/17, 12/24, 12/30 IN THE LAKE SUPERIOR COURT SS COUNTY OF LAKE
CAUSE NO. 45D11-0906-MF-00307
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust For the benefits of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2005-W5, Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2005-W5
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF FILING OF COMPLAINT TO QUIET TITLE TO REAL ESTATE HAROLD WASHINGTON, His Heirs, Devisees, Assignees and all other unknown parties with interest: The Plaintiff, by his attorney, Robert L Lewis, ROBERT L. LEWIS & ASSOCIATES, Attorneys at Law, 2148 West 11th Avenue, Gary, Indiana 46404, has filed his Complaint herein, together with Affidavit of competent person, showing that the identity and address of the defendants, Harold Washington and his heirs, representatives, devisees, legatees, executors, administrators, spouses, receivers, lessees, successors, and any person claiming from, through or under them, upon diligent search and inquiry is unknown, and that the above entitled cause of action is brought for the purpose of quieting title to the following described real estate: Resubdivision Gary Land Company’s 3rd Subdivision All Lot 22, Block 12, All Lot 23, Block 12 Commonly known as 570 Buchanan Street, Gary, Indiana 46404 Key No. 45-08-04-303-023.000-004 Plaintiff ’s interest and title to the property was obtained by a Warranty Deed for valuable consideration and is superior to all persons who have an interest therein, and the purpose of this action is to quiet title to the property as against the World. Said defendants must answer the Complaint in writing in person or by their attorney (s) within thirty (30) days after the last notice of the action is published. If you have a claim for relief against the Plaintiff arising from the same transaction or occurrence, you must assert it in your written Answer. If you fail to answer, judgment by default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. Your Answer may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Lake Superior Court, Room Four, 15 West 4th Avenue, Gary, Indiana 46402 and served upon Robert L. Lewis, ROBERT L. LEWIS & ASSOCIATES, 2148 WEST 11TH AVENUE, GARY, INDIANA 46404. 12/26, 1/2, 1/9
Plaintiff Vs. Edward B. Kondrat, Deceased, and His Heirs-At-Law, Devisees, Legatees, Descendants, Personal Representatives, Executors, Trustees, and Administrators: Carla R. Zamora; Jenifer A. Vargo; Gladys M. Overman; Argent Mortgage Company, LLC; and Any Unknown Occupants Defendants NOTICE OF SUIT The State of Indiana to the defendants named above and any other person or persons who may be concerned. You are notified that you have been sued in the Court above named. The nature of the suit is the foreclosure of a mortgage upon the property located in Lake County at 8001 Maple Ave., Gary, IN, 46403, legally described as: Lot 23 and 24, Block 13, Norcott’s Addition to Indiana City, as shown in Plat Book 1, page 14, Lake County, Indiana. (hereafter “Real Estate”). This summons by publication is specifically directed to the following named defendants whose addresses are follows: Edward B. Kondrat, Deceased, and His Heirs-At-Law, Devisees, Legatees, Descendants, Personal Representatives, Executors, Trustees, and Administrators; Carla R. Zamora; Jenifer A. Vargo; Gladys M Overman; and Any Unknown Occupants You must respond to this summons by publication, by you or your attorney, on or before thirty (30) days after the Third Notice of Suit has been published. If you fail to do so, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint NELSON & FRANKENBERGER 3105 E 98TH STREET, SUITE 170 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA 46280 (317) 844-0106 12/17, 12/24, 12/30
STATE OF INDIANA SS: COUNTY OF LAKE
LAKE SUPERIOR COURT, ROOM THREE DOMESTIC RELATIONS DIVISIO SITTING IN GARY, INDIANA
IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF KEITH DEAN PETITIONER
CAUSE NO: 45D03-0909-DR-889
AND
STATE OF INDIANA COUNTY OF LAKE Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the registered holders of the Soundview Home Loan Trust 2006-NLC1, Asset-Backed Certificated, Series 2006-NLC1
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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP 09-03 STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES THE GARY COMMUNITY CORPORATION HEREBY INVITES THE SUBMISSION OF SEALED PROPOSALS FROM REPUTABLE AND QUALIFIED BUS TRANSPORTATION COMPANIES FOR FURNISHING STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES IN THE GARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION BEGINNING August 10, 2010. FORMS FOR PROPOSAL, CERTIFICATION, CONDITIONS, AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AT THE GARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION PURCHASING OFFICE, 620 EAST 10TH PLACE, GARY, INDIANA 46402. ANY DEVIATIONS FROM THESE CONDITIONS OR SPECIFICATIONS MUST BE LISTED ON A SEPARATE SHEET AND ATTACHED TO THE PROPOSER’S DETAILED CONDITIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS. SAID DEVIATIONS SHOULD BE REFERRED TO SEPARATELY IN THE PROPOSALS. PROPOSALS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL 2:00 P.M. ON January 5, 2010 AT THE GARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION, 620 EAST 10TH PLACE, GARY, INDIANA AT WHICH TIME AND PLACE ALL PROPOSALS WILL BE PUBLICLY OPENED. A MANDATORY PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD ON December 21, 2009 AT 2:00 P.M. AT THE GARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION. THE GARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CONSIDER COST, EXPERIENCE, SERVICE, REPUTATION, FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS IN AWARDING THE CONTRACT. THE GARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY OR ALL PROPOSALS, TO DISCUSS OPERATING OPTIONS WITH ONE OR MORE PROPOSERS, OR TO ENTER INTO SUCH OTHER DISCUSSIONS OR NEGOTIATIONS. THE CONTRACT PERIOD WILL BE FOR Two (2) YEARS WITH TWO (2) – ONE (1) YEAR RENEWAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE AS DETERMINED BY THE GARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION. PROPOSERS MAY SUBMIT PROPOSALS FOR ONE OR MORE IDENTIFIED PROGRAMS. THE PROPOSER SHALL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH, AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE, A PROPOSAL BOND OR CERTIFIED CHECK IN THE AMOUNT OF 10 PERCENT (10%), OF THE ANNUAL AMOUNT OF THE CONTRACT.
IN THE LAKE SUPERIOR COURT SS
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DENISE DEAN RESPONDENT
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Tran sp ortation F un d [for Warrants issued in anticipation of the receipt of current tax revenues levied for the year 2009 and in the course of collection in 2010]: $12,828.303 maturing on June 30, 2010, December 31, 2010, or a date fixed by reference to the Issuer’s receipt in settlement of the funds in anticipation of which any Warrant is issued, or any combination thereof, as determined by Issuer’s officer prior to their issuance; Debt Service Fund [for Warrants issued in anticipation of the receipt of current tax revenues levied for the year 2009 and in the course of collection in 2010]: $4,834,701 maturing on June 30, 2010, December 31, 2010, or a date fixed by the reference to the Issuer’s receipt in settlement of the funds in anticipation of which any Warrant is issued, or, or any combination thereof, as determined by the Issuer’s officer to their issuance; Capital Projects Fu nd[ for Warrants issued in anticipation of the receipt of current tax revenues levied for the 2009 and in the course of collection in 2010]: $13,974,263 maturing on June 30, 2010, December 31, 2010, or a date fixed by reference to the Issuer’s receipt in settlement of the funds in anticipation of which any Warrant is issued, or any combination thereof, as determined by the Issuer’s officer prior to their issuance. Such loans shall be at a per annum rate not to exceed six and one-half percent (6.5%) (the exact rate to be determined by negotiations with the Indiana Bond Bank (the “Bond Bank”)) subject also to following, their due date, an alternate rate as provided in a warrant purchase agreement entered into by the Issuer. The Issuer will issue temporary loan tax anticipation warrants to evidence such loans. The Issuer has appropriated and pledge the taxes and/or revenues to be received in such funds to the punctual payment of such warrants including the interest thereon. The Warrants will be sold to the Bond Bank, in Indianapolis, Indiana, pursuant to Indiana Code 5-1.5-8-1 on one (1) or more dates during 2010. Pursuant to Indiana Code 20-48-1-9, no action to contest the validity of such warrants may be brought later than fifteen (15) days from the first publication of this Notice. 1447635
STATE OF INDIANA
Defendant(s)
TO:
In addition to the above named defendants being served by this summons there may be other defendants who have an interest in this lawsuit. If you have a claim for relief against the plaintiff arising from the same transaction of occurrence, you must assert it in your written answer. You must answer the Complaint in writing, by you or your attorney, within thirty (30) day after the third Notice of Suit is published, and if you fail to do so, a judgment will be entered against you for what the plaintiff has demanded.
NOTICE is hereby given that GARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION (the “Issuer”) has authorized and will make one (1) or more temporary loans to meet current running expenses for the use of the Transportation Fund, the Debt Service Fund and the Capital Projects Fund of the Issuer, in aggregate amounts not to exceedthe following for the respective identified funds:
CAUSE NO. 45D01-100911-MF-00447
MAIL OR DELIVER PROPOSALS:
DIRECT INQUIRIES:
KENNETH BONNER JAMES A. MC DANIEL, JR. 620 EAST 10TH PLACE 620 EAST 10TH PLACE GARY, INDIANA 46402 (219) 881-5484 (219) 881-5425
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FIELDS AND DREAMS BY LANEL CHAMBERS Gary High School Basketball Continues at Start of 2010
St. Paul Saints to Visit Steel Yard During Exhibition Season
IHSAA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gary high school basketball for the boys continues at the start of 2010 at: time and location to be announced, Friday, Jan. 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Michigan City Wolves, 4A, vs. Gary West Side Cougars, 4A, 2 p.m., Elkhart Memorial Chargers, 4A, vs. Bowman Academy Eagles, 1A; 7 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Romulus, from Michigan, at Gary Wallace Hornets; 6 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 6 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gary 21st Century Cougars (charter), 1A, at Gary Roosevelt Panthers, 3A. The high school basketball schedule for Gary area high schools includes: 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Hammond Noll Warriors, 2A, at Indianapolis Chatard, 3A; 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 5 - Merrillville Pirates, 4A, at Valparaiso Vikings, 4A, Duneland Conference; Wednesday, Jan. 6, Greater Southshore Conference â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6:30 p.m., Calumet Warriors, 3A, at Marquette Catholic Blazers, 1A, , 7:30 p.m., Wheeler Bearcats, 2A, at Hammond Noll Warriors, 2A.
The Gary SouthShore RailCats will play eight exhibition games before the start of the 2010 season, including back-to-back home dates with the American Association's St. Paul Saints and a second annual duel with the Valparaiso University Crusaders. The RailCats 100-game regular season begins Thursday, May 20, at U. S. Steel Yard, but the 'Cats will first be on the Steel Yard diamond 10 days earlier when they kick off the exhibition season at 7 p.m., Monday, May 10, against St. Paul. The Saints a founding member of the Northern League and one of the standardbearers of independent baseball - will rematch with the RailCats at 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 11. In 2009, the RailCats traveled to Minnesota for a pair of exhibition games against the Saints at famed Midway Stadium. The two teams were Northern League rivals through the 2005 season, when the RailCats unseated the defending league champion Saints in the opening round of the playoffs en route to the 'Cats first Northern League Championship. The RailCats and Crusaders will meet on the diamond for the second year in a row at 6 p.m, Wednesday, May 12. Valparaiso University is the only NCAA Division I athletic program in Northwest Indiana and competes in the Horizon League, which will host its annual league championships at U. S. Steel Yard May 26-30. The remainder of the 'Cats spring schedule will consist of Northern League foes, with the RailCats taking to the road Thursday, May 13, against the Schaumburg Flyers before a home-and-home series with
Wallace Starts Gary Girls Basketball in 2010 IHSAA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gary high school basketball for the girls continues at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 6, with the Gary Wallace Hornets, 3A, visiting the South Bend Washington Panthers, 4A. The schedule for Gary area teams will include, at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 5: Calumet Warriors, 3A, at River Forest Ingots, 2A, Greater Southshore Conference, and Hammond Noll Warriors, 2A, at Morgan Township Cherokees, 1A.
the Rockford RiverHawks May 1516. The Lake County Fielders make their first trip to U. S. Steel Yard May 17, and the exhibition schedule concludes the next day against the Flyers. The RailCats begin Spring Training Thursday, May 6, looking to build off a fifth consecutive run to the Northern League Championship Series in 2009. The Northern League schedule consists of 100 regular season games for the first time in 2010 and includes the league's two newest members, Rockford and Lake County. For more information on the RailCats and the 2010 season, visit the Web site: http://www.railcatsbaseball.com. The 2010 exhibition baseball schedule, which is subject to change, is: 7 p.m., Monday, May 10, vs. St. Paul; 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 11, vs. St. Paul, 11; 6 p.m., Wednesday, May 12, vs. Valparaiso University; 2 p.m., Thursday, May 13, at Schaumburg; 2 p.m., Saturday, May 15, vs. Rockford; 2 p.m., Sunday, May 16 at Rockford; 2:30 p.m., Monday, May 17, vs.
Lake County; 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 18, vs. Schaumburg; Send Your Sports News
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GARY W ALLA CE TEAMMAT ES wa tchi ng t he ir te am mat e w i t h t h e b a s k e t b a l l , Mo n d a y , D e c . 2 8 , 2 0 0 9 , a t G a r y W e s t Side, are: Tyler Davis, #12 (left); Monera Sahle, #15 (middle); S h a u n i c e E m or y, # 1 ( b a c k g r o u n d) . T h e i r op p on e n t s , f r o m Corliss High School, in Chicago, watching them are: Shanell J o h n s o n , # 2 4 (s e c o n d f r o m t h e l e f t , b a c k g r o u n d ) ; J a s m i n e Haynes, #23 (right arm raised); Silverwater Jones (both arms raised). Wallace watched for each other enough to win game three, of six, this first day of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gary Basketball Shootout â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Battle of the Border.â&#x20AC;? (Photo by Ted Brown)
The joy Christmas brings... glows like the lights on a tree. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like a beacon, shining so bright the entire family can feel it. We sincerely hope you have a happy holiday season, filled with joy, from our family to yours.
WALLACE AND CORLISS eyes are on the basketball, just bel o w t h e r i m , d u r i n g g a m e f o u r , M o n d a y , D e c . 28 , 2 00 9 , a t West Side High School. Wallace players, with eyes on the ball, K e o n S m a l l , # 3 3 ( r i g h t ), J a m a l J o h n s o n , # 4 ( b a c k g r o u n d ) , a n d f r o m C o r l i s s , o f C h i c a g o , D o n n e l H o l m e s , # 1 0 ( j us t i n front of Johnson). Wallace won this game also in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ga ry Basketball Shootout â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ba ttle of the Border.â&#x20AC;? (Photo by Te d Brown)
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