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VOLUME XXXXVIII NUMBER 43 — FEBRUARY 27, 2010

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Brown sponsored health care bills gains house approval INDIANAPOLIS - The Indiana House of Representatives showed overwhelming support for four separate Senate bills sponsored by State Rep. Charlie Brown (D-Gary) this week. Brown continues to serve as a strong advocate for Indiana’s health in the Indiana General Assembly this session. Each of his four bills will allow more Hoosiers to lead healthier lives by creating new opportunities and increasing the quality of programs already in place. Since all four bills were passed by the Indiana House of Representatives with no amendments, they will advance to Governor Mitch Daniels for consideration. Senate Bill 46 would allow Indiana residents who are at least 16 years old to donate blood with written permission from their parents or guardians. “Though simple, Senate Bill 46 is incredibly important because it will allow young men and women to donate blood that could potentially save another’s life,” Brown said. Senate Bill 79 would affect Indiana Medicaid policy. SB 79 would allow the

Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning to restrict the use of certain drugs by Hoosiers less than 18 years of age in certain circumstances. “This bill would also define ‘waste’ for purposes of the limits the Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning may put on drug use under the Medicaid Program and the Children’s Health Insurance Program,” said Brown. SB 148 would require the Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services to ensure that an entity approved to provide adult day services, day habilitation, or vocational services is accredited by a specified organization. “Senate Bill 148 will ensure that the programs Indiana has in place to help adults with disabilities are the best that we can provide by requiring that centers be accredited,” Brown said. Senate Bill 387 addresses the state of health for minorities in Indiana. SB 387 would establish the Office of Minority Health within the State Department of Health. “Statistics show that minorities in this (Continued on page 3)

STATE REPS. Charlie Brown, Vernon Smith and Sen. Earline Rogers held a legislative forum Saturday, February 20 at the Glen Theatre. The purpose of the forum was to provide an update on various pieces of legislation being considered in the Indiana House and Senate. (Photo by Lou Roldan)

Jackie Collins drawn his bid for re-election in the May 4 Democratic primary. Blumenberg has been embattled with DLGF Commissioner Timothy Rushen-

Jill Williams berg, after a “ratio study” revealed errors made by his office that was part of the countywide trending analysis. Rushenberg has stated the Calumet Township

Blumenberg out; Collins, Williams, Sharp vie for Assessor’s office By Carmen M. Woodson-Wray Surrounded by his ongoing fight with the state Department of Local Government Finance, Calumet Township Assessor Booker Blumenberg has with-

INSIDE THIS ISSUE NAACP Elects Rosalyn M. BrocK to Chair Board See Story on page 6

Matthew Sharp Assessor’s office is the only thing standing between Lake County taxpayers and their bills. (Continued on page 3)

Haiti’s Struggle to Survive and Thrive Amid Devastation By Richard B. Muhammad Special to the NNPA from the Final Call (SECOND IN A SERIES OF STORIES FROM A RECENT FACT - GATHERING TOUR OF EARTHQUAKE RAVAGED PORT AU PRINCE BY A BLACK MEDIA DELEGATION)

PORT au PRINC E, Haiti (NNPA) - The first Black republic in the western hemisphere is more than a basket case of disease, death and depression. With a major earthquake a little more than a month ago, some 230,000 dead, hundreds of thousands displaced and many still struggling to find food and water, the capital remains in a crisis. Haitians need help, but aren’t waiting around for anyone to come to the rescue. “From day one the first people that responded to the cry of help was Haitians themselves, getting people out of the rubble. People have this will to survive and get the country back on track,” said Alex Georges, a Haitian businessman and tour operator. “We were going on the right path so it was big blow but we have to stay strong and get back on track and you can feel that at every refugee or I would say victim camp. The people have the will and the desire to survive and they are not just waiting for help. They are trying to do whatever they can

to survive in a positive way,” said Georges, who also works as a translator. He helped Haitian Boy Scouts set up tents at a camp for those whose homes were destroyed or whose houses are too dangerous to live near. Others may not have had homes at all, but the tent city not far from the once-gleaming National Palace teems with activity. Children play, families sit together—one group of young men even competed on an improvised basketball court. Life, it seems, must go on. Amid the tents and the people are makeshift shops and kitchens. There is an outdoor clinic run by young Haitian medical students who live with their patients. Motorbikes are parked beside tents. Along nearby sidewalks are peddlers dealing everything from jewelry to bananas and from jeans, paintings and wood carvings to communications services. Jean-Baptiste Jemmi was lucky enough for his home to survive the earthquake. The place where he worked was destroyed. Undeterred the 26-year-old is running a mobile cell phone charging station and mobile internet café from the back of a truck with a canopy overhead. For a few gourds, Haitian currency, people can access email, update Facebook pages, get information, connect with the outside world and recharge cell

BLACK MEDIA DELEGATION on fact-finding mission stands across the road from a “tent city” community: Left t o Righ t: Herb B oyd, Free Speech Telev isio n; Sharon Madis on , p roducer, Mad iso n and C ompany, XM/SIR IUS/WOL; Joe “th e Black Eagle” Madiso n; h os t, Madiso n an d Co mp an y; Dan iel B erdiel, XM/SIRIU S Satellite R adio; Omarosa Stallworth, Haiti Support Project, Celebrity Ambassador; Hazel Trice Edney, editor-inC hief, NNPA New s Ser vice; Richard Muh ammad, editor- in -chief, The Fin al Call News paper; (back row ) Eddie Harris , Free Speech Television and Ron Dan iels , co lumnist and pres ident and C EO of the In stitute of the Black World 21st Century and founder of its Haiti Support Project.

phones. “It’s important for people to communicate with their relatives that are aboard, check their email and communicate with family members,” said Jean-Baptiste. Such contact can be a literal lifeline with so many Haitians dependent on relatives for money to survive. The leading source of income for the country is money sent from Haitians in America, Canada, France, Jamaica and other places around the world. Lines for Western Union offices bore witness to

the importance of remittances from abroad. Traffic jams in the city could be a good thing, a sign lives are under reconstruction. A drive from the outskirts of the city to its center bypassed lines of women collecting food, trucks filled with items, markets packed with produce and goods and even crews repaving a road. It takes money, of course, to buy cell phones and cabbage or candles and shoes. Money is still scarce for many in this already poor country. The lucky ones are back to work

Puerto Rico and U. S. Virgin Islands in rum war By Dawn Cherie Jasper Special to NNPA from the Chicago Crusader Newspaper CHICAGO (NNPA) - As leaders in Washington refocus on the economy, Florida Senators Bill Nelson and George LeMieux unexpectedly jumped into the contentious “rum war” raging between two U.S. territories. Both staked a surprising position in support of Puerto Rico against the U.S. Virgin Islands, the country’s only Black-majority state or territory. Nelson is considering legislation directly targeting the Virgin Islands by limiting the amount of money U.S. territories can invest in the rum industry for economic development purposes. LeMieux has publicly joined a Puerto Rican campaign against the Virgin Islands. Meanwhile, the Congressional Black Caucus is backing the USVI. The rum partnerships inked by USVI Governor John P. deJongh, Jr., were encouraged by Congress and are considered smart deals by supporters. The agreements use the rum excise tax rebate, an essential economic development tool for the territories since Congress does not provide them with funding on par with states. Puerto Rican leaders are lobbying for federal legislation that might force a rum company in the Virgin Islands to leave the United States. If their efforts succeed, under a rum-related economic development program, Puerto Rico would receive billions of dollars in 2

revenue currently headed to the Virgin Islands over the next 30 years. That prompted the Florida Black Chamber of Commerce and National Black Chamber of Commerce to weigh in, sending stern letters pressing Nelson and LeMieux to reconsider their positions and to allow the two territories to resolve the conflict themselves. The “rum war” exploded over the past two months, with leaders in San Juan launching a political blitz against the USVI and Diageo, owner of Captain Morgan. That company will leave Puerto Rico after a subcontractor agreement with a local rum supplier to make Captain Morgan ends in 2011, and will establish operations in the USVI. “Puerto Rico’s slash-and-burn campaign benefits no one,” commented deJongh. “Diageo planned to leave Puerto Rico for a Caribbean or Central American country, before approaching the USVI. Puerto Rico’s attitude is if they can’t have Diageo, no one in the United States should.” After lengthy negotiations, public hearings and ratification by the USVI Legislature, deJongh signed the public-private partnership with Diageo. It could net the USVI more than $6 billion over three decades, with the majority going to public services, infrastructure needs and economic development. “The USVI faces serious fiscal challenges, and this agreement will benefit our residents, kick-start

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our economy and produce longterm growth. It is a win-win for the territory and the United States,” continued a passionate deJongh. “The territories receive less federal funding than the 50 states, so these agreements allow us to fill in the funding gap. We’re talking about the future of the Virgin Islands here.” Harry Alford, president and CEO of the National Black Chamber of Commerce, says “Puerto Rico’s legislation is about retaliation ... It would push Diageo to leave America and take jobs and economic impact with it. But why would anyone in Washington want to overturn deals that keep a company in the United States?” In the agreement, Diageo guarantees all Captain Morgan rum would be produced in the USVI for the next 30 years. In return, the USVI will finance construction of a new rum distillery and invest in growing the Captain Morgan brand. The agreements utilize funds generated under the rum excise tax cover-over program. The cover-over program, an economic development initiative granted by Congress, returns excise taxes paid by the producers on rum made in U.S. territories to that producing territory’s government. “We don’t understand why Senator Nelson and Senator LeMieux would target the Virgin Islands when they’ve played by the rules that Congress itself established,” said Eugene Franklin, president of the Florida Black Chamber of Commerce. “Our Senators need to focus on the chal-

lenges facing Florida, not jump into a local issue between two territories.“ The nonpartisan, independent Congressional Research Service recently issued a report stating that Puerto Rico’s legislation would harm both territories. It highlighted Puerto Rico’s motive for pushing legislation that would send Diageo to a foreign country. Under the rules of the rum cover-over program, Puerto Rico receives the vast majority of excise taxes collected on rum produced in a group of Caribbean nations. If Diageo leaves the Virgin Islands and United States altogether, Puerto Rico will reap the reward of hundreds of millions of dollars per year. “We have the utmost respect for Senators Nelson and LeMieux. But their efforts amount to allowing one group of Americans in Puerto Rico to deprive another group of Americans in the USVI of better jobs, better roads, better schools, and a better standard of living,” said deJongh. “If that costs the country jobs and economic growth, how is it good for anyone?” A group of 29 Congressional Black Caucus members previously wrote Rep. Charles Rangel (D., N.Y.), chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, on the issue. They stated that a change in the cover-over program would set “a dangerous precedent and once again disadvantage the territories in their quest to improve their economies and spur new development.”

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or are making a way for themselves on the streets, usually while sleeping on the streets. Thousands still line up at 16 emergency food sites run by the U.S. Agency for International Development and others managed by the many non-profits operating in the city. Life is still hard, but the determination to live is fierce. Haitians remain unbowed as many face realities that could easily reduce grown men to tears. As a Black Press delegation toured Port-Au-Prince Feb. 9-12, the destruction was apparent and massive. Collapsed buildings and rubble were everywhere, starting with cracks in the walls at American-controlled Toussaint L’Overture International Airport. Some blocks were nothing but the remains of shattered structures, often with industrious Haitians scrounging and salvaging pieces of metal, bricks, furniture, documents or any useful item. Men were seen atop lopsided roofs and piles crumbled of concrete. Others busily repaired walls and painted over buildings that may have to be destroyed as the city will have to be rebuilt. Some buildings and restaurants and hotels still stand and the wealthier neighborhoods in the hills were sometimes spared some damage. These establishments operate in a relatively normal way to be surrounded by rubble. Some street lights are on. Cars zoom up and down streets, competing for space with “tap tap” taxis and motorbikes that ferry passengers and goods across town and to its outskirts. Sultane Bernard Ratchse, a onetime cosmetologist, lives in a camp. She clutched a pillow as she spoke with this writer, her beautiful 17-year-old daughter standing nearby. “No future, for the kids,” she said. Ratsche sees education as the way out for her children, but everything has collapsed. She has heard about aid but has received little. She understands the need is huge and others need help too. “Haiti has to be rebuilt, even with the aid in a few months what is going to happen once the aid is gone?” She said. “We have to rebuild Haiti.” The Gary Crusader

Visclosky Statement for Congressional Record on Black History Month WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Pete Visclosky entered the following statement into the Congressional Record in honor of Black History Month: “Madam Speaker: It is with great respect and sincere admiration that I rise to celebrate Black History Month and its 2010 theme—The History of Black Economic Empowerment. With the current economic struggles facing our nation, it is fitting that this year’s theme focuses on honoring those individuals and organizations that have had an immense impact on society during our most difficult times. Throughout our nation’s history, time and time again, African American communities have found strength and purpose in coming together to rise above unfortunate circumstances, and I rise today to pay tribute to those who have demonstrated such remarkable leadership. “The theme for this year’s Black History Month, The History of Black Economic Empowerment, is a reminder that in striving for a greater society, we must examine the past. Few organizations can match the impact that the National Urban League has had on promoting economic empowerment in our nation’s urban communities. The National Urban League has been a cornerstone of communities across America in carrying out its mission, to enable African Americans to secure economic self-reliance, parity, power and civil rights. As the National Urban League celebrates a remarkable milestone, its 100th anniversary, we take this time to remember the outstanding contributions of those visionaries who sought to bring

about hope during the bleakest of times and to recognize those who have carried on their work. “As the Representative for the First Congressional District of Indiana, I have had the pleasure of representing the Urban League of Northwest Indiana and the honor of knowing one of the organization’s most influential members, Ms. Eloise Gentry. Ms. Gentry passed away on August 20, 2009, after leading the Urban League of Northwest Indiana for more than thirty years. While Ms. Gentry is missed by all of Northwest Indiana, the impact she has had on her community, not only as the president and chief executive officer of the Urban League but also as an educator in the Gary Community School Corporation and in her many other community service undertakings, will continue to resonate for generations to come. As an educator, activist, and community leader, Ms. Gentry has touched thousands of lives. “As her obituary read, ‘First and foremost, Eloise Gentry was an EDUCATOR.’ I cannot think of a more fitting oneword description. From those she taught in the classroom to those she worked closely with at the Urban League to those whose lives she improved through her work, everyone who had the pleasure of knowing Ms. Gentry learned from her, if not by her words then by her example. “While we have lost a pillar of our community, Eloise Gentry’s lasting impression and the efforts of the Urban League of Northwest Indiana continue on today. Under the leadership of newly appointed president and chief executive officer, Vanessa Allen, the Urban League of

Brown sponsored . . . (Continued from page 1) state and in the country have worse health than the majority of Americans,” said Brown. “This bill will allow health professionals to study this problem more carefully and treat it, with the hopes of evening out these numbers.” Legislation also sponsored by Brown is a bill that aims to decrease the number of teen suicides in Indiana. Senate Bill 226 would make the Health Finance Commission establish a study on teen suicide prevention during the 2010 legislative interim. “Suicide is the third leading The Gary Crusader

cause of death among 10-24 year olds and the second leading cause of death among college students,” said Brown. “If it even prevents one teen suicide, this will be worth it,” he added. “I think that this is an opportunity to a lot of good for our youth.” SB 226 was passed unanimously through the Indiana House of Representatives with a 92-0 margin. The bill will go back to the Senate for approval of a House sponsored amendment. If the bill becomes law, it will become effective July 1, 2010.

Northwest Indiana, along with the more than one hundred local affiliates across America, continues to strive to provide economic empowerment and educational opportunities for African Americans while seeking to ensure their civil rights. “It is the efforts of organizations like the National Urban League and its affiliates that allow us to reflect on what makes the United States of America so special. While the United States is made up of people from so many different racial, religious, social, and ideological backgrounds, it is the vision and leadership of people like Eloise Gentry, who have sought to improve the quality of life for all Americans, that has made America what it is. “Madam Speaker, I ask that you and my distinguished colleagues join me in recognizing the tireless dedication of the members of organizations such as the National Urban League,

Eloise Gentry

who continue their selfless work today, and I ask that you join me in remembering a true hero,

Ms. Eloise Gentry, one of Northwest Indiana’s finest citizens.”

Williams and Griffith resident Matthew Sharp.

His plans are to seek the office by using a basic grass roots campaign. He said, “I plan to knock on doors and talk to people. The current assessor has not considered what a person has to go through to get a correct assessment and that needs to be addressed, especially in Griffith.”

Blumenberg out; Collins, Williams . . . (Continued from page 1) In response Blumenberg accused Rushenberg of unethical behavior, and of singling him out because of his criticism of tax breaks for heavy industry. Claiming his support of the people to the very end Blumenberg withdrew his name right before the noon deadline and threw his backing behind his Chief Deputy Clerk Jackie Collins. Collins, a 10-year veteran of the Gary and Evanston, Illinois police forces, has been an employee of the Calumet Township Assessor’s office since 1991. She says she has dedicated her life to public service. She said, “I have a love of people and public service.” Collins who currently holds a Level II status as a Certified Assessor/Appraiser for the State of Indiana, says she is two classes short of her Level III certificate. If elected the new Assessor Collins says she would like to see more public forums throughout the Township to educate the citizens on the Assessor’s office. She said, “We want to show people what we do. I want them to see that there are rules and that we just don’t make things up.” Collins calls Blumenberg her mentor and friend and that he has groomed her for the job. Challenging Collins for the Democratic candidacy is an employee who retired from the office the same day she filed, Jill

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Williams, a 10-year veteran of the assessor’s office, says she decided to run because she wants to restore its integrity and create a better working environment. She said, “I want to reorganize the office and give the taxpayers a choice. I know the day to day operation of the office and its workload. I’ve been there in the trenches, not sitting in a closed office.” Williams, holds a Level II and is working on her Level III status and has been a precinct committeewoman for G1-15 for 20 years. She feels the need for reassessment while under the trending analysis is unnecessary. She said, “The request by the assessor for $1 million for reassessment is squandering of taxpayers money.” Williams says with her experience and concern for the office she would be the right person for the position. Griffith resident Matthew Sharp feels the same way. He says he is running for the office because he feels the office is not being performed well by the current administration and he wants to get things straightened out. Sharp says he has been considering running for over a year and although he does not hold a Level status he is preparing to be certified in April.

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Sharp also says the current appeals process needs to be addressed and straightened out. He said, “The process is too long and with a staff of 24 people they should be able to do it in a timely fashion.” His 2007 assessment was recently reduced after he appealed. He said, “I might not have a background in assessing, but the problems they have are administrative. I would make the office run more efficiently.” Sharp criticized Blumenberg for needing the state to step in and do his job regarding trending. “He couldn’t provide the numbers necessary in a timely fashion and because of him Lake County can’t send out bills, people can’t pay their taxes in time, in addition towns and cities have had to take out loans to function,” he said. Sharp says the town of Griffith is ready to address the problems of the assessor’s office and is surprised that Blumenberg dropped out of the race. He said, “I’ve got as good of a chance as anybody else.” 3

EDITORIAL

PLANNED PARENTHOOD, PLANNED GENOCIDE? There is a saying that goes something like this: No permanent enemies and no permanent friends. This situation can especially be seen when people switch up sides based on ideology. For example, many African Americans can be seen as “liberal” on the topic of abortion. This right-tochoose stance is not usually characteristic of the right wing in America, who are often categorized as “pro-life.” Well, there is a Black pro-life movement in America, and it is partially fueled by the thinking that abortion advocates target Black communities disproportionately. Conspiracy theory? Consider this - Planned Parenthood, one of the leading proponents of abortion in the United States, was founded by the eugenicist Margaret Sanger. The ideas behind Planned Parenthood are sane enough - people should not have more children than they can afford, and women should have more control over their reproductive lives. Sanger was influenced by the plight of women who had no control over their bodies and, who suffered greatly from self-induced abortions and venereal diseases. Sanger, who coined the term “birth control,” was a woman who was ahead of her time, but behind the eight ball. Her original notions were understandable in hindsight, but the later direction that these concepts took was much darker. Sanger became a “proponent of negative eugenics, the social philosophy which claims that human hereditary traits can be improved through social intervention. Sanger’s eugenic policies ran to an exclusionary immigration policy, free access to birth control methods and full family-planning autonomy for the able-minded, and segregation or sterilization for the profoundly retarded.” (Wikipedia) Every concept, therefore, no matter how seemingly benign in origin, can have an opposite impact. This is undoubtedly why there is a growing concern, especially among African Americans, that the planned parenthood movement is not a true friend of the Black community which, they think, may be targeted for genocide. Consider the words of Dr. Alveda King, Dr. Martin Luther King’s niece, “The Black community makes up 12% percent of America’s population, yet Black women get over 30% of all abortions. Of the over 50 million babies aborted in America since 1973, about 1/3 of the dead babies are Black. Planned Parenthood, the leading abortion provider, puts many of their offices in Black neighborhoods.” These are sobering thoughts coming from an informed observer. Whether you are pro-life or pro-choice, it is true that lives are cut short with abortion. It’s also true that there are many unwanted, unloved children who are suffering because they were born into circumstances that were not conducive to healthy living. Somehow, a midpoint must be reached; we must encourage people to have children responsibly, but we must also equally encourage people to take care of those who are already here. To oppose abortion on the premise that a life is lost while, at the same time, not advocating for the living, is ludicrous! Finally, taking all of the foregoing into account, is it true that the push for abortion in the Black community is genocide? It depends upon who you ask. 4

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Harsh Weather Doesn’t Have to Defeat Your Vehicle Dear Editor:

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This is one of the harshest winters in recent memory and many Americans are worried about the abuse their vehicles have been taking. Hard starts, sub-zero temperatures and improper fluid levels or usage can shorten the life of a vehicle by damaging its engine. Even if the engine damage is irrepara- Dear Editor: ble, buying a new vehicle isn’t The blockbuster movie, The necessarily the best solution. For the cost of an average Blind Side, gives an intimate, down payment on a new car or telling account of what really are truck, you can repower your ve- human compassion and commuhicle with a remanufactur- nity. It is the story of how the ed/rebuilt engine, gaining years Touhy family takes in Michael of reliable service and improved Oher, a boy who is practically fuel economy all without homeless, nurtures him and monthly car payments and brings him to a point where he is higher insurance rates. Con- successful academically, athletisidering that over $22,000 can cally, and socially. The story truly be saved on average by skipping captures how the desire to make a car loan payments for the life of difference can supersede barriers a four-year loan, repowering is of race, illiteracy, and class differclearly a very sound and cost ef- ence. The directors marketed The Blind Side as an “extraordifective alternative. With repowering, a vehicle’s nary” true story. And, extraordinary is aNO. great engine or an identical one from VOL. XXXXVIII 38way JAN.to describe this another like-vehicle, is com- story, which epitomizes the pletely disassembled, cleaned, everyday, ongoing work of the machined and remanufac- Southern University Ag Center in tured/rebuilt. Unlike used or 33 parishes across the state. We junk yard engines with an un- are in parishes where the poverty known performance and main- rate exceeds 15%, Illiteracy rate tenance history, repowered en- trumps 28%, and homelessness, gines are dependable, reliable unemployment, and health disand backed by excellent war- parities are prevalent. We are in parishes where an average of 35 ranty programs.

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children are abused daily, 45% of teenagers drop out of school, where 29% of adults are obese or chronically ill, and where globalization and aging workforce are dismantling our small farms and businesses. Like the Touhy family, the Southern University Ag Center’s cooperative extension agents go straight to the need of the community and work with them to bring residents multiple opportunities to succeed. For example, our annual livestock show—now in its 67th year— doesn’t begin and end with this one weekend event. It is the culminating show for the Ag Center’s livestock programs where young herdsmen who have raised an animal for at least one year (Continued on page 6)

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Nosing Around By Nosey EDITORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NOTE: The following column is a gossip column. We a sk that items contained 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 documented facts gathered by the newsgathering personnel of this publication.

for Circuit Court Judge and Jill Williams, a former township assessor employee jumped into the Assessorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s race. Stay tuned cuz itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gonna get interesting.

AND THEIR OFF!

Word reached Nosey that the person responsible for the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economic development has a new job. Supposedly this person is now the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s energy czar. The city got a federal grant for an energy efficiency program and this person has been appointed to run the program. Well guess that may make sense given that there ainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t much if any economic development going on around here. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to make much sense to be paying somebody all that money when they ainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t performing the duties they were hired for. Gary got some money to purchase some new energy efficient light bulbs for the street lights so it seems in order that in the position as energy czar this person be given the responsibility of screwing in light bulbs.

Filing for the May 2010 primary election came and went with few surprise entries into the races for the various political offices. The rumored heavyweight candidate from south county that was to spell trouble for Lake County Clerk Mike Brown in the primary didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t surface. So the worry about perennial candidate Drake Morris, also an African American, splitting the Black vote doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to be a concern anymore. A whole slew of dudes jumped in the Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s race â&#x20AC;&#x201C;in fact there are enough of them to form a posse. With Richard Ligon the only Black in that race some are saying

still a vacant boarded up building. The hotel he promised for downtown still hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t materialized and the millions in stimulus money the city was to get still

hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t arrived. The current state of the city is that Gary is being held hostage by the Distressed Unit Appeal Board and Don Barden. You didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to get

dressed up and go down to the Genesis Center to find that out because thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been dealing with everyday for the past couple of years.

- Nosey TRADING PLACES

- Nosey HERE WE GO AGAIN

Assessor Booker Blumenberg the possibility of the white candidates splitting the vote could spell victory for Ligon. The other race thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s loaded up with candidates is the Calumet Township Board race. Apparently the possibility the position may be eliminated in a couple pf years didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t deter the ten people who signed up to run for the office. The lure of making $25,000 yearly for attending one meeting a month evidently proved quite appealing to them. The two surprises this time were Lake Circuit Court Judge Lorenzo Arredondo and Calumet Township Assessor Booker Blumenberg. Both men had signed up to run for another term and at the last minute withdrew their names. By withdrawing at the last minute both thought they had cleared the path for their chosen successors to have a clear shot at the offices without any opposition. Well so much for the best laid plains. When word got out that they wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be running again the nephew of Sheriff Roy Dominguez jumped in the race The Gary Crusader

Got word the other day that Mayor Rudy Clay was scheduled to give the state of the city address this week. Well with the exception of maybe a few new things that we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know about, most of us pretty much know what the state of the city is. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;Ś well Nosey canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t use profanity, but you get the picture. Reflecting on the numerous promises the mayor has made and failed to

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Beautician invents heat glove for pressing hair safely By Carmen M. Woodson-Wray

Over the years LeArnetta Battle inquired many burn marks on her hand from pressing the hair of her clients until one day she said it had to be a better way. She said, “After 20 years of experience working as a cosmetologist, I’ve dealt with burns and calluses on a regular basis. But unlike other cosmetologists who considered painful burns to be part of the profession, I decided to do something about it.” Battle became inspired to create a method of protecting the hands of stylists who were uncomfortable pressing hair due to the constant use of heat generating tools. Through much of her brainstorming the idea of the “Thermal Heat Glove” came about. The Thermal Heat Glove is designed to protect the fingers and hand of the wearer, as well as provide wrist support to aid in the alleviation of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome by covering incorporating thermal shield the entirea index finger, the inner side of the

thumb, and the inner side of the middle finger. A thermal pad is featured on the center of the hand. Battle said as a second generation of cosmetologist, she has seen her mother, sister and aunts all get burned pressing hair. She said, “They would wrap their hands with rags just to protect them from the heat, so for me to come up with this protective glove is very important. I’ve been all over the world trying to get this product out.” The Thermal Heat Glove incorporates ventilation openings and is double stitched around all

edges. In addition to the beauty industry it will also be appreciated by other professionals who work with hot items, such as food preparation, service industries, automotive mechanics and working with people who are living with disabilities. Battle said currently the glove is not available to individual consumers although that could change soon if a marketing company or manufacturer decides to do a licensing agreement. She said not only is the glove practical and comfortable, but will also be made lightweight and attractive.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (Continued from page 4) can exhibit animal husbandry and begin or continue on the path to farming. The result? Diverse, young, active farm population for Louisiana. Southern University Ag Center’s “Blind Side” spans the gamut with similar programs and everyday tasks of educating parents, training and certifying day care centers, conducting business development and first time homebuyers consultations, teaching farm management and diversification to small, disadvantaged farmers, and researching new strategies and solutions to alleviate poverty, obesity farm loss and illiteracy. The result again is not a $105 million blockbuster. The results are: • Community gardens and greening neighborhoods • Technology centers for business development • Improved literacy, parental involvement, and school attendance • Competitive edge for small farmers • Farmer mediation for Pigford v. Glickman (Black farmer lawsuit) • Improved training for prisoners re-entering communities • Expanded education on emergency preparedness • Parents reconnected with children through mandated parent training • Volunteer alliances with inschool and after school reading and math programs like Every6

body Reads and Everybody Counts When walking away from The Blind Side, moviegoers have said they feel compelled to find someone to help and “pay it forward”. Well, we are “paying it forward”. We are planting the seeds of success, educating, nurturing, and providing for the social, technological, intellectual, and physical needs of Louisiana citizens. We are pushing our communities farther away from the poverty line and illiteracy towards opportunities for success. What’s the return on this land-grant university’s investment? Self-sufficient,

productive citizens, businesses and farms. This isn’t unique to the Southern University System or its Ag Center and it’s not unique to many other educational systems (especially HBCUs). What is unique is that Southern has not lost sight nor connection to the underserved people of the state, and through its outreach arm—the Ag Center—Southern continues to serve well the state of Louisiana. Candace J. Semien Communications Coordinator Southern University Ag Center

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NAACP elects Roslyn M. Brock to chair Board NEW YORK, NY – The NAACP named Roslyn M. Brock as Chair of the Board of Directors at its Annual Board Meeting on February 20 at the New York Hilton. Brock, 44, became the youngest ever and fourth woman to serve as Chair of the NAACP’s Board of Directors. A highly qualified candidate, her NAACP resumé boasts more than 25 years of service to the NAACP in many capacities, including as a youth board member, Youth and College State Conference President, board member, and Vice Chair to the Board of Directors. Brock also created the annual NAACP Leadership 500 Summit, and has served as Chair of the Board Convention Planning Committee. “As the NAACP ushers in a new generation, it is a great honor to be elected Chairman of the Board of this esteemed Association,” said NAACP Chairman Roslyn M. Brock. “We are blessed with the opportunity to lead the fight for civil and human rights into another century, and I am honored to help the NAACP issue the clarion call while ensuring the future legacy of this great organization.” “We’re looking at a generational shift in our communities,” continued Brock. “We have a 48 year old President in the White House, an NAACP President who was 35 at the time of his election, and a 44 year old Board Chair. The wisdom of those who stood the test of time got us to this point, and the youth will lead the future success of our movement.” She officially announced her candidacy last August after her predecessor Julian Bond declared his retirement from the Chairman position. Bond endorsed Brock’s candidacy, citing her experience in many facets of the Association as well as her youth as assets she will bring to the Chair position. “The time has come for me to step down as Chairman of the Board and I cannot think of a better person to pass the torch to than Roslyn M. Brock. Ms. Brock understands first-hand how important youth are to the success of the NAACP. She was introduced to the NAACP 25 years ago when she served the NAACP as a youth board member and Youth and College Division State Conference President. She represents the next generation of civil rights leaders,” said NAACP Chairman Emeritus Julian Bond. “I am proud to be standing with Roslyn M. Brock as the new Chairman of the NAACP Board, and I thank Julian Bond for his twelve years of service,” stated NAACP President and CEO Benjamin Todd Jealous. “Today we have elected the youngest Chairman in

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the history of the NAACP. This historic election, at the beginning of our second century marks a generational shift in the civil and human rights movement. Ms. Brock is fierce advocate for social justice, who is squarely focused on address-

Rosalyn M. Brock ing the crises of today and winning the victories of tomorrow.” In addition to her service with the NAACP, Brock serves as Vice President at Bon Secours Health Care in Marriottsville, MD. She is the chief spokesperson for Bon Secours on government relations, advocacy and public policy. Prior to working at Bon Secours, Brock worked 10 years in health programs at the W. K. Kellogg Foundation in Battle Creek, Michigan. She graduated magna cum laude from Virginia Union University; earned a master’s degree in health services administration from George Washington University, an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a Master of Divinity degree from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Theology at Virginia Union University. “I have enjoyed my time as Chairman of the Board and the people with whom I have worked with over the past decade. I will continue to treasure this as a singular experience and continue to be active in the NAACP as a member of the National Board of Directors,” concluded Bond. “There will never be another Julian Bond, and there will never be another Myrlie Evers-Williams. Those of that stature in the civil rights movement have made untold contributions, sacrificed and invested in us, and it is up to us to take it the rest of the way,” concluded Brock. “We need to lead and leave it better than we found it…that’s the huge challenge.” The Gary Crusader

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THE DELANEY PROJECTS REUNION ORGANIZATION is in the midst of a coat drive to benefit children that reside within Gary’s Delaney and Dorie Miller housing programs. With the assistance of the staff members of the Roosevelt Academy, the not-forprofit reunion organization is dedicated to providing winter outerwear to children whose families are not able to clothe them warmly thru the winter months. Organization prexy ISSA GOODMAN notes the fact that many youngsters who attended an annual Christmas giveaway, hosted by her membership, did not have adequate outerwear to keep warm in the frigid temps. One of the goals here is to ignite and preserve posi-

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The Steel City Steppers tive attitudes in the youngsters MARCH MADNESS IS THE within these housing programs, NAME of the game, come Saturwhich is difficult when they are day, March 6th, in Hobart’s Elecold and uncomfortable. If you gant Elk’s Lodge, when the newly have coats or cash to contribute to formed Steel City Steppers-JANthis drive, punch-up 981-1127 ICE HOPKINS, BRIDGETT quick, fast and in a hurry, to let CARTER, SHIRYL PIERCE and them know you are putting your DANA WHITE-SCOTT- host money (or coats) where your their first-of-the-year steppers afmouth is when showing interest in fair. Between 8 PM and 2AM, the well being of the children in deejay LAVELL C. will be layingthese housing developments. on the vibes for this Big Event which asks a $10 advanced dona-DDtion. Punch-up 902-2429 or 712-

KOLUM KONGRATS TO KEN BARNES who was heralded as “Man of the Month,” during the February 21st morning services of Gary’s Israel Metropolitan CME Church. A very popular organist on the local entertainment scene, the retired Gary gendarme and Lake County Juvenile Court bailiff was saluted for his years of outstanding participation as Master of the Organ on the church’s musical staff. Barnes is foto-flashed arriving for the services with his mom AMANDA JOHNSON, left, and LOUISE LEE, the church’s Minister of Music. Barnes and his organ may be remembered as YOUR PARAGRAPHER’s stable-mates back in the mid 70s when we broadcast a live audience participation show over WWCA-AM Radio from the Caesar’s Retreat Lounge of the since shuttered downtown Gary Holiday Inn.

COUNT OFF ANOTHER YEAR for birthday celebrants like: Las Vegas-transplant FLORA PIERRE, Atty. ROBERT LEWIS, educator PAM SMITH and EMILY LANDON (Feb. 26); ERNESTINE MELTON, DEBRA RUSSELL, JOYCE WADE and deejay/entrepreneur MOSES STEEL (Feb. 27); educator OTIS SEWOOD, entrepreneur EARMON “Big Pooch” HILL and JESSE DUNGY (Feb. 28); The Gary Sanitary District’s ROWANDA ANDERSON, ALVERNIS LANIER, Atty. LESLIE WISESMITH, TRACY KING, ALDEAN JONES and Chi Towner ROSE KELLY (March 1); LUCILLE THOMAS and retiree SHERMAN DANIELS (March 3); and retiree W.L. ACOFF, DOROTHY GOODE-SCOTT, VELVETEEN SPRINGER and Chi Towner GETA RENE’ MARBERRY (March 4). -DD-

JAZZ MUSIC WAS IN THE SPOTLIGHT of Gary’s new East 5th Avenue Stadium Buffet, February 20, as Shed Light Ministries launched a new series of performances by local and regional performers. Kicking it all off were, from the left, keyboarder GEORGE NUTHALL, bassist DAWI WILLIAMS, drummer WILL MILLER and featured violinist PHYLISS CALDERON. A music teacher in the Chicago school system, Ms. Calderon is an accomplished concert violinist who also delves into other music idioms. She has appeared with the acclaimed Chicago Jazz Orchestra, as well as showing-out in the backup groups of vocal headliners like NANCY WILSON and JERRY BUTLER. But she was not the only member of the family making a Steel City debut. Her 10-year old son, CHRISTOPHER, drew standing ovations from the audience as he delivered outstanding performance on the drums during (Continued on page 9)

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OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO the family of ROSIE LEE REED, who recently passed. A retired employee of the Gary School system, Mrs. Reed would have observed her 100th birthday on August 10th. Among the family members mourning her loss are daughters BEA CARUTHERS, of the Red Hat Society’s Classy Ladies Chapter, businesswoman MAE WELLS and VIOLA “Pee Wee” JOINER. -DDL-R: Johnson, Barnes and Lee 8

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the quartet’s interpretation of “Wade In The Water.” On hand to applaud the entertainment were, l-r, Spaniels vocal group guitarist and retired Gary teacher WILTON CRUMP, Shed Light Ministries General Manager/Vice President Dr. DOUGLAS M. WRIGHT, local jazz historian WILLIAM “Bill” HILL and IUN Minority Studies honcho Dr. EARL JONES. Former Indiana Attorney-General KAREN FREEMAN-WILSON was in the house celebrating a 19th wedding anniversary with husband CARMEN, daughter JORDAN (who turned 16 on Valentine’s Day) and grandson ARASHI who were congratulated

by, left, Fifth District Council-person KIM ROBINSON Dr. Wright tells us his organization intends producing weekly jazz outings here and in the Palace On 5th Avenue. Information may be available when you punch-up 219902-6963. -DD-

SEEN-ON-THE-SCENE: Gary Career Center marketing committee-member PAQUITA JAMES and cosmetology instructors DIONNE GRADY and LALITA SMITH taking a timeout during a reunion of Center graduates at the school couple of weeks back. -

DDA BLAST-FROM-THE-PAST ( February, 1969): Gary National Bank central branch manager BILL JOINER joins teller MARY LABROI in doling-out red/white pillow candy to businessman ARTHUR RODGERS during the bank’s “Thank you For Banking

L-R: Robinson with the Wilsons

With Us” Valentine campaign. -DDDEGGANS’ DIG: (Dr MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. said it) “FORGIVENESS IS NOT AN OCCASSIONAL ACT; IT IS A PERMANENT ATTITUDE.”

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NOTICE OF EXECUTION OF LEASE BETWEEN GARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION AND GARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL BUILDING CORPORATION Pursuant to action previously taken by the Board of School Trustees of Gary Community School Corporation, a lease between Gary Community School Corporation and Gary Community School Building Corporation was executed and entered into on March 9, 2010. The lease covers the site of Locke Elementary School in Gary, Indiana. A copy of such lease is on file in the Administration Building of Gary Community School Corporation, 620 E. 10th Place, Gary, Indiana, and is available for inspection during normal business hours.

Dated this 9th day of March, 2010. /s/Barbara Leek, Secretary Board of School Trustees Gary Community School Corporation

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, Illinois Auto Title Loan, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following:

The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 2018 Martin Luther King Dr. Gary, IN 46407 Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-10-482-016.000-004 Brief Legal Description: Pulaski Village L. 4 Bl.3

Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452811356 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452811356 to Milton Boose for the amount of $1590.00.

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The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $1590.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $1590.00 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus.

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LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Anyone with any interest in the following properties: 3744 Taney Pl, 3728 Taney Pl, 3732 Taney Pl, 3736 Taney Pl, 3740 Taney Pl, 3704 Taney Pl, 3708 Taney Pl, 3712 Taney Pl, please call One Nation Enterprise at (219) 201-1955. These properties were purchased from Lake County Tax Sale with a redemption date of March 24, 2010. You can also call the Lake County Auditor Office for further information. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13

Anyone with any interest in the following properties: 3716 Taney Pl, 3724 Taney Pl, please call One Nation Enterprise at (219) 201-1955. These properties were purchased from Lake County Tax Sale with a redemption date of March 24, 2010. You can also call the Lake County Auditor Office for further information. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13 PUBLIC NOTICE Anyone with any interest in the following properties: 2580-82 Maryland Street, 2576 Maryland Street, and 2564 Maryland Street, please call One Nation Enterprise at (219) 201-1955. These properties were purchased from Lake County Tax Sale with a redemption date of March 24, 2010. You can also call the Lake County Auditor Office for further information. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13 NOTICE OF FILING FOR TAX DEED Pursuant to I.C. 6-1.1-25-4.6, as the owner of real property described below or a person with substantial interest, you are hereby notified that on December 18, 2009, purchaser Nathaniel Beard filed a verified petition directing the Lake County Auditor to issue a tax deed under Cause #45C01-0907MI-00064, Certificate # 452802428, for the following Corrected Plat of Marshalltown All L. 30 BL 4 01 Normal Street Address 1958 Missouri Street, Gary, IN 46407; sold at tax sale November 24, 2009. Property has not been redeemed. The owner, or person with substantial interest is entitled to redeem the property with total reimbursement for all expenses incurred by purchaser/petitioner. The petitioner shall file for tax deed on or after March 18, 2010. If property is not redeemed, purchaser is entitled to receive a tax deed. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13 NOTICE OF FILING FOR TAX DEED Pursuant to I.C. 6-1.1-25-4.6, as the owner of real property described below or a person with substantial interest, you are hereby notified that on December 18, 2009, purchaser Nathaniel Beard filed a verified petition directing the Lake County Auditor to issue a tax deed under Cause #45C01-0907MI-00064, (Certificate 452811388) described as follows; key NUMBER/property ID# 45-08-11351-029.000-004, Brief Legal Description: Common address 1946 Missouri Street, Gary, IN 46407, sold at tax November 24, 2009. Property has not been redeemed. The owner, or person with substantial interest is entitled to redeem the property or tract with total reimbursement for all expenses incurred by purchaser/petitioner. The petitioner shall file for tax deed or after March 18, 2010. If property or tract is not redeemed purchaser is entitled to receive a tax deed. Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, Charlie Smith, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 2139 Kentucky Street Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-15-204-010.000-004 Brief Legal Description: IRONWOOD UNIT A L.36 BL.21 S. 7.5 FT. L.37 BL.21BL.5 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452802726 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452802726 to Milton Boose for the amount of $1000.00. The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $1000.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $1000.00 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus.

Notice of Tax Sale Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, Emit & Betty Ward, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 2268 Vermont Street Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-15-206-025.000-004 Brief Legal Description: IRONWOOD UNIT A L.18 BL.14 N2. L.19 BL.14

Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452802735 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452802735 to Milton Boose for the amount of $2110.00. The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $2110.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $2110.00 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus. STATE OF INDIANA

Lot 48, In Aetna Manor Third Subdivision, in the City of Gary, as per plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book 29, Page 74, in the Office of the Recorder of Lake County, Indiana. (hereafter “Real Estate”). This summons by publication is specifically directed to the following named defendants whose addresses are follows:

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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 2/25, 3/4, 3/11 Notice of Tax Sale Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, James Lewis, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 2401 Broadway Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-15-155-001.000-004 Brief Legal Description: OAK PARK ADD. L. 48 BL.17 02VacantOrAbandonedSale Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452811673 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452811673 to Tomel B. James for the amount of $1380.00. The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $1380.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $1380.00 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus. Notice of Tax Sale Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, Dunes Bowl Inc, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 5701 E Dunes Hwy Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-09-06-451-003.000-004 Brief Legal Description: DUNES HIGHWAY REALTY CO’S. ST SUB. ALL LOTS 3 TO 15, 42 TO 52 BL.A & VAC. ALLEYS ADJ. 02VacantOrAbandonesSale Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452814128 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452814128 to Hermie Stewart for the amount of $37,321.61. The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $37,321.61 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $37,321.61 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus. REQUEST FOR BIDS Dump Truck Chassis, tandem Axle Chassis & Knuckle Boom Truck The Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (NICTD) is seeking sealed bids from qualified manufacturers/suppliers for the purchase of One (1) New Single Axle Chassis for Snow/Plow Dump Truck, One (1) New Tandem Axle Chassis Dump for Body and One (1) New Single Axle Chassis for Knuckle Boom Truck as more fully described in Exhibit 1, Technical Specifications, Plans and Drawings dated February 2010, for its operations in Lake, Porter, LaPorte, St. Joseph Counties, Indiana and Cook County, Illinois. All bids must meet NICTD’s specifications as further described in the Technical Specifications of the Bid Packet.

Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District Attention: Randy L. Welch, Purchasing Manager 601 North Roeske Ave. Michigan City, IN 46360-2669 Phone: (219) 874-4221 ext. 267/Fax: (219) 872-5841 Email address: randy.welch@nictd.com Bid Packets are to be requested by either fax or email. Your request should include the company name, address, phone/fax numbers, email address, the individual’s name to respond to and either a Federal Express or UPS account number that can be utilized for shipping and billing purposes. Information regarding this bid, including the results, can be found at NICTD.com. (Go to Info, Purchasing) Bids shall be submitted in a sealed opaque envelope clearly marked: TRUCKS. All bids are to be submitted within an outer envelope. Bids shall be submitted on forms contained in the Bid Package. Bids shall be received at: Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District Attention: Purchasing Manager 33 East U.S. Highway 12 Chesterton, IN 46304-3514

CAUSE NO. 45D01-0912-MF-00479

JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association

Plaintiff Vs. Isaiah Walton: Patches Middleborn; JP Morgan Chase Bank, National Association; and any Unknown Occupants

NICTD’s overall Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal is ten percent (10) of the bid price. Bidders are required to make good faith commitments to meet or exceed the District’s goal. NICTD will award the Contract(s) to the lowest responsive and responsible Bidder. NICTD reserves the right to reject any and all bids and waive technical defects if, in its judgment, the interests of NICTD so require. NICTD reserves the right to accept any bid within 90 days after the time of the opening of the bid, during which time no bid shall be withdrawn.

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.

Street Address: 2401 Broadway Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-15-155-001.000-004 Brief Legal Description: OAK PARK ADD. L. 48 BL.17 02VacantOrAbandonedSale

Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452811673 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452811673 to Tomel B. James for the amount of $1380.00.

The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $1380.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $1380.00 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus.

Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452814128 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452814128 to Hermie Stewart for the amount of $37,321.61. The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $37,321.61 under IC 61.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.125-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $37,321.61 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus. STATE OF INDIANA

Gerald R. Hanas General Manager Publish Date: February 23 & March 2, 2010

Saturday, February 27, 2010

IN THE LAKE CIRCUIT COURT SS

COUNTY OF LAKE

HAMMOND, INDIANA

IN RE THE MATTER OF: GREGORY MARTINE SALLEE, Petitioner

CAUSE NO 45D01-1001-MI-0002

NOTICE OF NAME CHANGE Pursuant to I.C. 34-4-6-3, notice is hereby given to all persons who may have an interest of the following; I. GREGORY MARTINE SALLEE, petitioner, filed a Petition on January 26, 2010 and will seek an order from the Lake Superior Court in Hammond, Indiana after thirty (30) days from the date of the last publication of this notice to have his names changed from GREGORY MARTINE SALLEE to GREGORY MARTINE JACKSON. Any person or persons opposed to such change and desiring to contest it may appear at the hearing and ma file objections thereto. Hearing set for April 14, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Failure to appear will waive all rights to contest such change of name. Dated at Hammond, Indiana, this 3rd day of February. Barbara A. Bolling, #14506-45 26 E. 15th Avenue P.O. Box 64715 Gary, Indiana 46401-0715 219-881-9461 2/20, 2/27, 3/6

A copy of the Bid Form Packet, including the specifications is available between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. local time, at the following location:

SS COUNTY OF LAKE

Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, James Lewis, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute:

Isaiah Walton and Patches Middleborn

PUBLIC NOTICE

2/27, 3/6, 3/13

The nature of the suit is the foreclosure of a mortgage upon the property located in Lake County at 5545 E. 10th Avenue, Gary, IN, 46403 legally described as:

Notice of Tax Sale Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, James Lewis, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 2401 Broadway Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-15-155-001.000-004 Brief Legal Description: OAK PARK ADD. L. 48 BL.17 02Vacan tOrAbandonedSale Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452811673 to the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sole Tax Sale Certificate No. 452811673 to Tomel B. Jame s for the amount of $1380.00. The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $1380.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $1380.00 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus.

BLACKS MUST CONTROL THEIR OWN COMMUNITY

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF INDIANA SS: COUNTY OF LAKE IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF: NEVAEH S. ALLCORN

IN THE LAKE SUPERIOR COURT JUVENILE DIVISION SITTING AT CROWN POINT, INDIANA

CAUSE NO. 45D06-0908-AD-000133

S ECOND AMENDED VERIFIED PETITION FOR ADOPTION

2. A Single Family Dwelling to which the Mortgage Credi Certificate will be applied must be the eligible borrower's principal residence. 3. An eligible borrower may obtain a Mortgage Credit Certificate only if he/she has had no ownership interest in a principal residence during the three-year period prior to the date on which the mortgage or other security instrument applicable to the Single Family Dwelling to which the Mortgage Credit Certificate is provided has been executed by the eligible borrower. An exception to this requirement is available in certain Targeted Areas. 4. The acquisition cost of the Single Family Dwelling may not exceed acquisition costs set from time to time, a listing of which may be obtained from the Authority.

Comes now the Petitioner, Pamela Tillman, who being duly sworn upon her oath respectfully petitions the Court as follows: 1.

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That the petitioner, Pamela Tillman, is 51years of age and residing at 4720 Magoon Avenue, East Chicago, Indiana, County of Lake and a citizen of the United States of America, and that she was born March 6, 1958. That the Petitioner has never been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor relating to the health and safety of a child in this state or any other state. That Nevaeh S. Allcorn, minor child to be adopted, is an African-America child born on March 27, 2006, in the City of Hammond, State of Indiana and is now three (3) years of age. That the Petitioner is the grandmother of Nevaeh S. Allcorn, the minor child to be adopted. That said minor child possesses no real or personal property of her own, and that if said petition is granted, the petitioner desires that the herein child, Nevaeh S. Allcorn, keep her name. That the petitioner believes that she has sufficient ability and income to rear said child and to furnish her with love and affection and suitable support and education. That the natural mother, Lashabia Hardin-Allcorn, was born on December 29, 1974 and resides at 524 E. 21st Place, Gary, Indiana. That the natural father, Robert Allcorn, was born on February 13, 1976 and resides at 2260 Ohio Street, Gary, Indiana 46407. The natural parents of the adopted child will consent to the adoption. WHEREFORE, the petitioner herein prays the Court to examine this petition, determine whether the same is in proper form, and if found to be in proper form by said Court, then GRANT the Petitioner for Adoption. Hearing set for February 23, 2010 @ 8:30 a.m. Atty Robert L. Lewis, #10070-45 2148 W 11th Avenue Gary, Indiana 46404 219-944-2755

Notice of Tax Sale Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, Dun es B owl Inc, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 5701 E Dunes Hwy Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-09-06-451-003.000-004 Brief Legal Description: DUNE S HIGHWAY REALTY CO’S. ST SUB. ALL LOTS 3 TO 15, 42 TO 52 BL.A & VAC. AL LEYS ADJ. 02Vacan tOrAbandonesSale Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452814128 to the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sole Tax Sale Certificate No. 452814128 to Hermie Stewart for the amount of $37,321.61. The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $37,321.61 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $37, 321.61 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus. STATE OF INDIANA SS: COUNTY OF LAKE

LAKE SUPERIOR COURT, ROOM THREE DOMESTIC RELATIONS DIVISION SITTING IN GARY, INDIANA

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF WILDRED GREEN-BENNETT PETITIONER

CAUSE NO: 45D03-100-2DR-00115

AND BRJOHN H. BENNETT RESPONDENT NOTICE OF SUMMONS BY PUB LICATION Comes now the Petitioner, WILDRED GREEN- BENNETH, 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 JOHN H BENNETH scheduled for the 9th day of APRIL 2010, at 10:00 a.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. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto set my hand and affix the seal of said Court at Gary, Indiana, this 1st day of, February 2010. Thomas R. Philpot Clerk Lake Superior Court 2/13, 2/20, 2/27 Notice of indiana housing and community development au thority to issue mortgage credit certificates for 2009-A Notice is hereby given pursuant to the provisions of Treasury Regulation Section 1.25-4T promulgated under Section 25 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, that the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (the "Authority") will issue Six Hundred Eleven Thousand Two Hundred Eighty Dollars ($611,280) in Mortgage Credit Certificates for 2009 (hereinafter referred to individually as "Mortgage Credit Certificate" or collectively as "Mortgage Credit Certificates") pursuant to its 2009-A Mortgage Credit Certificate Program. The Mortgage Credit Certificates will be available to qualified individuals after April 30, 2010. In order to be eligible to receive a Mortgage Credit Certificate, an individual must meet the following requirements: 1. A Mortgage Credit Certificate will be issued only to an eligible borrower in connection with the purchase of a Single Family Dwelling located in the State of Indiana. For this Program, a Single Family Dwelling means structurally sound and functionally adequate housing (of a type generally taxed as real estate) including fixtures intended for occupancy by one family, the real estate appur-

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5. The Mortgage Credit Certificate may not be issued in connection with the acquisition or replacement of an existing mortgage. The Mortgage Credit Certificate will be issued only to an individual who does not have a mortgage on the Single Family Dwelling with respect to which the Mortgage Credit Certificate is issued at any time prior to the execution of the mortgage or other security instrument. 6. The Mortgage Credit Certificate may not be issued with respect to any residence any of the financing of which is provided from the proceeds of a "qualified mortgage bond" or a "qualified veterans' mortgage bond" as defined in Section 143 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. 7. Mortgage Credit Certificates will be issued in response to applications which must be completed by an applicant for a Mortgage Credit Certificate. Applications may be obtained from the Authority or participating lenders which have expressed a desire to participate in the Authority's Mortgage Credit Certificate Program. Applications for Mortgage Credit Certificates and the identity of participating lenders may be obtained from the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority, 30 S. Meridian Street, Suite 1000, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204; Telephone: (317) 2327777. 8. Any requests for further information should be directed to the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority, 30 S. Meridian Street, Suite 1000, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204; Telephone: (317) 232-7777. Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, Gloria Jackson, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 1720 Broadway Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-09-437-013.000-004 Brief Legal Description: C.T.L.& I.CO’S 5TH ADD. ALL L.6 BL.5 01 Normal

2/20, 2/27, 3/6

TAX SALE CERTIF ICATE

tenant thereto reasonably necessary to maintain the dwelling's basic livability.

Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452802179 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452802179 to Hermie Stewart for the amount of $2235.00.

The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $2235.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $2235.00 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus.

Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, Willie Stewart, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute:

Street Address: 1538 Rhode Island Street Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-10-401-010.000-004 Brief Legal Description: DAVIS & HOLMES 1ST SUBDIV. S. 19FT. L.6 BL.5 ALL L.7 BL.5 N.5 N.6FT. L.8 BL.5

Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.452811327to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452811327 to Milton Boose for the amount of $2660.00.

The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $2660.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $2660.00 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus.

Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, Douglas Jenkins, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 1008-18 W. 15th Ave Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-09-182-007.000-004 Brief Legal Description: 2ND. LOGAN PARK ADD. ALL OF LOTS 1,2 & 3 BL.2 & VAC.NE’LY ALLEY ADJ.LOTS 1,2,3 02 VacantOrAbandonedSale

Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452810677 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452810677 to Hermie Stewart for the amount of $1570.00.

The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $1570.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $1570.00 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus.

BLACKS MUST CONTROL THEIR OWN COMMUNITY

$4,368.54 No. 452802735

Subject To 10% of 15% (Minimum Bid) $4,368.54 Subject To 10% Per Annum (Surplus): $0.00 Cause Number: 45C01-0907-MI-00064

STATE OF INDIANA, LAKE COUNTY I, Peggy Katona County Auditor in and for the County aforesaid, do hereby certify that a public sale held by John Petalas the County Treasurer of the aforesaid County, which commenced on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at 10:00:00 AM and continued until all parcels were offered for sale, that the treasurer did on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 in the main gallery of the Lake County Government Auditorium, 2293 North Main Street, Crown point legal notices as prescribed in IC 6-1.1-24-2 having been given, LAKE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 2293 NORTH MAIN STREET CROWN POINT, IN 46307 The following described piece or parcel of land in LAKE County, Indiana, to wit: Key Number/Property ID# 45-08-15-206-025.000-004 IRONWOOD UNIT A L. 18 BL. 14 N2. L.19 BL.14 Brief Legal Description: Street Address or other common description: 2268 Vermont St the said sum paid being equal to or greater than the amount of the judgment issued by he lake County Court on 07/14/2009 said judgment based on taxes, penalty, interest and costs due on the Real Estate above described for the year 2006 payable 2007, and prior years, to which is added the tax of 2008 payable 2009, said land being assessed and duly entered for the taxation in the name of Emit & Betty Ward 556 Jackson St Gary, Indiana 46402-1818 The purchaser, above named, having paid the treasury of Lake County said purchase money (he or she being the highest and best bidder for cash), will be entitled to a deed for the tract of land so purchased as above described at the expiration of the redemption period (Wednesday, November 18, 2009) and after said purchaser complies with the statutory requirements of IC 6-1.1-25-4 et seq., if the same shall not have been previously redeemed. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal as Auditor aforesaid at CROWN POINT, Indiana, this 7/21/2009 STATE OF INDIANA, LAKE COUNTY I, John Petalas Treasurer of LAKE County, do hereby guaranteed that the taxes and special assessments on the Real Estate named in the above certificate are delinquent, and that the same were yet due and unpaid at the time of the sale thereof, mentioned in said certificate, and said Real Estate being eligible for sale IC 6-1.1.1-24 JOHN PETALAS TREASURER OF LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA 2/13, 2/20, 2/27

Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, William A & Patrice P Mack, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 629 TAFT Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-05-410-006.000-004 Brief Legal Description: GARY LAND CO’S 5TH SUB. L.6 BL.6 01Normal

Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452801464 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452801464 to Hermie Stewart for the amount of $2385.00.

The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $2385.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $2385.00 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus.

Plumbers Local Union No 210 Applications for Plumbers Local 210 apprenticeship Program. Must be 18 years of age with a state issued photo ID to receive an application. Applications are ONLY available on the 2n d Wednesday of each month from 1-4 p.m. at 2901 E. 83rd Place, Merrillville, IN. Applicants have 30 days to return the completed application with a birth certificate, high school diploma and transcript with raised seal, or GED certificate with completion percentages. An insurable driver’s license is also a must. A drug test will be administered. Applications are accepted without regard to race, color, sex, religion, disability or national origin. 2/20, 2/27

Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, Genesis Capital Holdings Llc, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 703 Grant Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-05-482-001.000-004 Brief Legal Description: RESUB. GARY LAND CO’S 3RD. SUB. ALL L.1 1BL.4 01 Normal

Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452801487 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452801487 to Hermie Stewart for the amount of $3360.00.

The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $3360.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161.

A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $3360.00 underIC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus.

Saturday, February 27, 2010

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF INDIANA

REQUEST FOR BIDDERS

LAKE SUPERIOR COURT SS

COUNTY OF LAKE

Railroad Trac k Material 2010

CAUSE NO. 45D04-0912-MF-00501

The Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (NICTD) is seeking sealed bids from qualified suppliers for the purchase of Track Material for its yards in Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana. All bids must meet NICTD’s specifications as further described in the Technical Specifications of the Bid Packet. Items to be bid are as follows:

JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Plaintiff

Switch and Cross Ties

Vs.

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 3752 Sandusky Street, Hobart, IN, 46342 legally described as: Lot 13, Except the South 5 Feet thereof, and the South 20 feet of lot 12, Block 4, Ridgewood Addition to Gary, IN the City of Hobart, as Shown in Plat Book 8, Page 14, Lake County, Indiana. (hereafter “Real Estate”). This summons by publication is specifically directed to the following named defendants whose addresses are follows: Rebecca J. Smith 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 2/18, 2/25, 3/4

SS COUNTY OF LAKE IN RE: THE GUARDIANSHIP OF: ANIYA A. FRAZIER, D/o/b 11/19/2006 Vs.

IN THE LAKE CIRCUIT COURT JUVENILE DIVISION SITTING IN CROWN POINT, INDIANA

CAUSE NO. 45D06-0911-GU-00193

BENNIE FRAZIER, Petitioner.

COUNTY OF LAKE

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF:

And

Tommy Graham, III

Bids will be received not later than 2:30 P.M., local time, Friday, March 19, 2010, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids received after the above stated time and date will be returned to the sender unopened. Bids must set forth full, accurate and complete information as required by the instructions in the bid package. Failure to do so may result in rejection of a bid. NICTD’s overall Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal is ten percent (10) of the bid price. Bidders are required to make good faith commitments to meet or exceed the District’s goal. NICTD will award the Contract(s) to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. NICTD reserves the right to reject any and all bids and waive technical defects if, in its judgment, the interests of NICTD so require. NICTD reserves the right to accept any bid within 90 days after the time of the opening of the bids, during which time no bid shall be withdrawn. Gerald R. Hanas General Manager

This summons by publication is specifically directed to the following named defendants whose addresses are follows: Gabriel Lopez and Montessori 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 2/11, 2/18, 2/25

STATE OF INDIANA

LAKE SUPERIOR COURT SS

COUNTY OF LAKE

CAUSE NO. 45D05-0912-MF-483

HSBC Bank USA, N.A. as Trustee for the Registered holders of Renaissance Home Equity Loan Trust 2006-1 Plaintiff Vs. John W. Johnson; Kennedy Hannah; Madeline Nichols; Deutsche Bank National Trust Company; State of Indiana Department of Revenue; Mansards Apartments; and Sherman Acquisitions LP 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.

STATE OF INDIANA

LAKE SUPERIOR COURT, ROOM THREE DOMESTIC RELATIONS DIVISION SITTING IN GARY, INDIANA

SS: COUNTY OF LAKE

The nature of the suit is the foreclosure of a mortgage upon the property located in Lake County at 1985 Chase Street, Gary, IN, 46404, legally described as: Lots 4,5 and 6 in C.D. White’s Addition to Tolleston , in the City of Gary, as per plat thereof, recorded in Plat B ook 7 page 7, in the office of th e Recorder of Lake Coun ty, Indiana, except those parts of said lots taken for the widen in g of Chase Stree t. (here after “Real Estate”).

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF CAUSE NO: 45D03-0909-DR-889

This summons by publication is specifically directed to the following named defendants whose addresses are follows: Kennedy Hannah 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

DENISE DEAN RESPONDENT IN THE LAKE SUPERIOR COURT, CIVIL DIVISION DOMESTIC RELATIONS, ROOM THREE GARY, INDIANA

CAUSE NO.: 45D03-1001-DR-00005

NOTICE OF SUMMONS BY PUB LICATION 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 26th day of FEBRUARY 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. 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. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto set my hand and affix the seal of said Court at Gary, Indiana, this 6th day of, JANUARY 2010.

Husband/Respondent

THE STATE OF INDIANA TO: Tommy Graham, III

Unknown Your spouse has filed an action for dissolution of marriage in the Court stated above. A copy of the Petition (and, in some cases, other documents) together with a separate Notice from the Court which is printed on yellow paper are attached to or otherwise served with this Summons and contain important details regarding the nature of these proceedings. Local Rules in Lake County require that both you and your spouse complete certain, specific tasks and you should immediately and carefully review those requirements at the website established by the Court at: www.Lake CountyKids.org. THIS IS YOUR OFFICIAL NOTICE that a hearing on Final Orders has been scheduled on 3/30/10 at 1:30 p.m. before this Court, in Room Number 3 which is located on the third floor at the address listed in the upper right hand corner of this Summons. If you wish to hire an attorney to represent you in this matter, it is advisable to do so before that date. If you do not appear for that hearing, a provisional order could be entered by default which could remain in effect until this action is concluded.

If you do not file a written appearance with the Clerk and serve a copy on your spouse’s attorney, you may not receive notice of any further proceedings in this action. If you do not make such an appearance, a final decree could be entered by default which grants the relief sought in your spouse’s Petition after the expiration of sixty (60) days from the date of the filing of the Petition. You are not required to file any written Answer to respond to the Petition; however, certain grounds for dismissal must be asserted in a timely fashion or are waived; and, if you have a claim for relief against your spouse you may be required to assert such a claim in a written pleading which must be filed with Clerk and served on your spouse’s attorney.

The following manner of service of this SUMMONS is hereby designated: Notice by Publication Thomas R. Philpot Clerk, Lake Circuit/Superior Courts 2/27, 3/6, 3/13 Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.5, Laura A. Trail, as the owner of record or a person with substantial property interest of public record in the real property described below, you are hereby notified of the following: The following described real property in Lake County, Indiana, was offered for sale by the treasurer of Lake County, Indiana, for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments on July 14, 2009 where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 56 N Pennsylvania St. Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-09-30-456-018.000-018 Brief Legal Description: SUNSET PARK SUB. L.2 BL.5 O2VacantOrAbandonedSale Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No. 452814823 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On November 24, 2009, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 452814823 to Kamishia Jackson for the amount of $43.00. The tract or real property has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the tract or real property by paying the redemption amount to the Lake County Auditor. The person that purchased the certificate of sale on the property under IC 6-1.1-24 is entitled to receive a deed for tract or real property if it is not redeemed before the expiration of the period of redemption. The period of redemption expires of March 25, 2010. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $43.00 under IC 6-1.1-24-5(e) for which the tract or real property was last offered of sale; ten percent (10%) of the amount for which the certificate sold; the attorney’s fees and costs giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4.5; the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the tract or item of real property; and all taxes special assessments on the tract or item of real property on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the redeemed property before redemption. You may contact the Lake County Auditor Tax Sale Dept. for the exact amount required for redemption or for further information regarding this sale. The telephone number for that office is (219) 755-3161. A petition for tax deed will be filed on or after March 26, 2010. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $43.00 under IC6-1.1-24-5 (e) for which the tract or item or real property was last offered for sale and the property is not redeemed, the owner of record of the tract or item of real property who is divested of ownership at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus.

Lot 47 , e xc ept the No rth 8 feet thereof, and the No rth 20 fe et of Lot 46 in Bloc k 3 in Res ubdivis io n of Bloc ks 2 and 3 in Ro xana Park 5th Addition, in the City o f East Chic ago, as per plat the reo f, recorde d in Plat Book 3 1 page 20, in the Office of the Re corder o f Lake County, Indiana. (hereafter “Real Estate”).

AND

Kishawana Robie, Wife/Petitioner,

No rthern Indiana Commuter Transpo rtation Distric t Attention: Purchasing Manager 33 East U.S. Highway 12 Chesterton, IN 46304-3514

KEITH DEAN PETITIONER

Lisa A. Berdine Hammond Legal Aid Clinic 5261 Hohman Avenue Hammond, IN 46320 PH: (219) 853-6611 Atty. No. 24795-45 STATE OF INDIANA

Bid Packets are to be requested by either fax or email. Your request should include the company name, address, phone/fax numbers, email address, the individual’s name to respond to and either a Federal Express or UPS account number that can be utilized for shipping and billing purposes. Information regarding this Bid, including the results, can be found at NICTD.com. (Go to Info then Purchasing) Bids shall be submitted in a sealed opaque envelope clearly marked: Track Material. All bids are to be submitted within an outer envelope. Bids shall be submitted on forms contained in the bid package. Bids shall be received at:

Publish Date: February 19 & 26, 2010

NOTICE OF HEARING Notice is given that on November 9, 2010 a petition was a filed in Lake Superior Court Juvenile Division in Crown Point, Indiana by BENNIE FRAZIER, b/n/f THE GUARDIANSHIP OF ANIYA A. FRAZIER d/o/b 11/19/2006 requesting an Appointment of Permanent Guardianship of the Person over minor. Any person desiring to object to the granting of the petition may do so by filing an objection in writing with the clerk of the above-entitled court not later than thirty (30) days after the last notice of the action is published. A Hearing is scheduled for this matter on March 25th, 2010 at 8:30 a.m. in the Lake Superior Court Juvenile Division sitting in Crown Point, Indiana.

2/13, 2/20, 2/27

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 5511 White Oak Ave., East Chicago, IN, 46312 legally described as:

A copy of the Bid Form Packet, including the specifications is available between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. local time, at the following location:

Rebecca J. Smith; The Neurological Center, PC; Discover Bank; and City of Hammond

STATE OF INDIANA

Vs. Gabriel Lopez and Montessori Defendants

Saturday, February 27, 2010

Thomas R. Philpot Clerk Lake Superior Court 2/13, 2/20, 2/27

STATE OF INDIANA

IN THE LAKE SUPERIOR COURT JUVENILE DIVISION SITTING AT CROWN POINT, INDIANA

SS: COUNTY OF LAKE IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: Lois Williams Petitioner, And

2/11, 2/18, 2/25

ADVE RTISEMENT ONE: Granite Wall Reconstruction Request for Qu otes: The Gary Public Library is seeking licensed, bonded and insured vendors to provide quotes for the reconstruction of a granite retaining wall to be performed at its Kennedy Branch located at 3953 Broadway, Gary, Indiana. The structure was struck by a vehicle and has sustained extensive damage. The Offeror must include materials, labor and all equipment (including lifting and transportation) information in their pricing. A mandatory walk through is scheduled for Tuesday, January 19, 2010, at 9:00am for interested entities. This time will be used to explain the project and the work areas affected. Offerors interested in participating in the walk through must call the Administrative Business Office at (219)886-2484 extension 357. Quotes must be received by 3:00pm on Friday, January 22, 2010. Quotes can be sent via mail, carrier and/or e-mail to McMFr@GaryPublicLibrary.org by the deadline. The selected Offeror shall provide proof of license, bonds, and insurance, as well as all necessary permits. The Library reserves the rights to approve replacement materials prior to the installation and to reject any and all quotes. GPL AD #KEN-10-GW0001

ADVE RTISEMENT TWO: Re-Keying of Lock System CAUSE NO. 45D03-0802-DR-147

Marcus Williams Respondent MOTION TO MODIFY D IVORCE DE CREE Comes now Lois Williams n/n/a Lois Wilkins, and files her Motion to modify her divorce decree and says as follows: That the parties’ marriage was dissolved by this court in July, 2008. That pursuant to their agreed resolution of all issues, the Husband, Marcus Williams, was awarded the martial residence at 2913 Clough Street, highland, Indiana, along with all debts and expenses associates with the residence. That the husband has filed to pay the $2,000.00 delinquency owed to the Highland/Park place Homeowner’s Association as ordered in the dissolution decree. That the Husband has filed to pay the Wife the $3,500.00 in equity as her equity value in the real estate as ordered in the dissolution decree. That the husband has filed to pay the $1,000.00 monthly mortgage payment to Wells Fargo, and is more than 13 payments delinquent as ordered in the dissolution decree. That attorneys have been retained and a foreclosure action had already been filed against the parties. That since the Wife’s name is still on the mortgage, she’s been included in the foreclosure action. That the Husband has failed to pay his portion of the IRS debt as ORDERED in the dissolution decree. That the Husband has done nothing required of him in the dissolution decree. That the Wife has tried to contact him, but his whereabouts are unknown. That the mortgage company has offered her the opportunity to keep the home if she brings the account current, pays all late charges, attorney fees, and any other charges now owed on the real estate. That in order to bring everything current, the Wife must pay about $15,000.00 which she is willing to do. WHEREFORE, the Wife prays that this Honorable court modify the dissolution decree by awarding her the marital residence. Hearing set for March 30, 2010 @ 9:00 a.m. 2148 W 11th Avenue Gary, Indiana 46404 219-944-2755 2/20, 2/27, 3/6 STATE OF INDIANA

LAKE SUPERIOR COURT SS

COUNTY OF LAKE U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for The Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-BC6 Plaintiff

NELSON & FRANKENBERGER 3105 E 98TH STREET, SUITE 170 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA 46280 (317) 844-0106

CAUSE NO. 45C01-100-MF-00012

Request for Quotes: The Gary Public Library is seeking licensed, bonded and insured vendors to provide quotes for the rekeying of Exterior Doors at all six of its branches located at within the city limits of Gary, Indiana. The Library is seeking a master key system for all exterior doors, preferably a patented lock system. The Offeror must include materials and labor information in their pricing. A mandatory walk through is scheduled for Tuesday, January 19, 2010, at 9:00am for interested entities. This time will be used to explain the project and the work areas affected. Offerors interested in participating in the walk through must call the Administrative Business Office at (219)886-2484 extension 357. Quotes must be received by 3:00pm on Friday, January 22, 2010. Quotes can be sent via mail, carrier and/or e-mail to McMFr@GaryPublicLibrary.org by the deadline. The selected Offeror shall provide proof of license, bonds, and insurance, as well as all necessary permits. The Library reserves the rights to approve replacement materials prior to the installation and to reject any and all quotes. GPL AD # SYS-10-RLS0001 ADVE RTISEMENT THREE: Security Alarm System Request for Qu otes: The Gary Public Library is seeking licensed, bonded and insured vendors to provide quotes for the installation of new alarm systems at all six of its branches located at within the city limits of Gary, Indiana. The Library is seeking an automated system which shall incorporate digital cameras, door and window sensors, and electronic monitoring of all facilities from a central location. The Offeror must include materials, equipment and labor information in their pricing. A mandatory walk through is scheduled for Tuesday, January 19, 2010, at 1:00pm for interested entities. This time will be used to explain the project and the work areas affected. Offerors interested in participating in the walk through must call the Administrative Business Office at (219)886-2484 extension 357. Quotes must be received by 3:00pm on Friday, January 22, 2010. Quotes can be sent via mail, carrier and/or e-mail to McMFr@GaryPublicLibrary.org by the deadline. The selected Offeror shall provide proof of license, bonds, and insurance, as well as all necessary permits. The Library reserves the rights to approve replacement materials prior to the installation and to reject any and all quotes. GPL AD # SYS-10-SAS0001

ADVE RTISEMENT FOUR: Resurfacing an d Refinishing of Ser vice Desks Request for Qu otes: The Gary Public Library is seeking licensed, bonded and insured vendors to provide quotes for the resurfacing and refinishing of two service desk. The first desk is approximately 20 ft. long by 4.5 ft. wide, made of wood. The desk is used to receive patrons and has electrical current attached. The second desk is an estimated 8 ft. long by 3 ft. wide, and is wooden. This desk is used to receive patrons, as well. Both desks will be resurfaced with countertops and front and side panel finishes. A mandatory walk through is scheduled for Tuesday, January 19, 2010, at 11:00am for interested entities. This time will be used to explain the project and the work areas affected. Offerors interested in participating in the walk through must call the Administrative Business Office at (219)886-2484 extension 357. Quotes must be received by 3:00pm on Friday, January 22, 2010. Quotes can be sent via mail, carrier and/or e-mail to McMFr@GaryPublicLibrary.org by the deadline. The selected Offeror shall provide proof of license, bonds, and insurance, as well as all necessary permits. The Library reserves the rights to approve the finish and resurfacing materials prior to the installation and to reject any and all quotes. GPL AD #MAIN-10-SDR0001

BLACKS MUST CONTROL THEIR OWN COMMUNITY

The Gary Crusader

FIELDS AND DREAMS BY LANEL CHAMBERS 100th Boys Basketball State Tournament

IHSAA – The 100th state basketball tournament for he boys will start with the sectionals to be played Monday through Saturday, March 1-6. Gary Roosevelt will host Class 3A Sectional 17. The games will be: 1. Hammond Gavit Gladiators vs. Hammond Clark Pioneers; 2. Gary Wallace Hornets vs. Hammond High Wildcats; 3. Roosevelt Panthers vs. 1. winner; championship - 2. winner vs. 3. winner. East Chicago Central will host Class 4A Sectional 1. The games will be: 1. Lake Central Indians vs. East Chicago Central Cardinals; 2. Highland Trojans vs. Hammond Morton Governors; 3. Munster Mustangs vs. Lowell Red Devils; 4. Gary West Side Cougars vs. 5. 1. winner; 2. winner vs. 3. winner; championship – 4. winner vs. 5. winner.

STATE WRESTLING CHAMP Gelen Robinson displays h i s p l a q u e a ft e r w i n n i n g t h e IH SWCA m id dle school tourna ment rece ntly a t Ne w Castle High School. He’s an eighth grad er at Gri mmer in Sche rer vi lle. Hi s parents a re Shantel le Er vi ng a nd Glen Robinson. (Photo by Shantelle Erving)

Pacers’ Granger Among 27 Named to 2010-12 USA Basketball Men’s National Team

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Indiana Pacer Danny Granger has been named to the 2010-12 USA Men’s Basketball National Team Program. “This is a great honor, not only to be selected with this group of players, but to have the opportunity to represent the United States,” said Granger. “I think any athlete in any sport relishes the chance to wear that uniform.” For further information about USA Basketball, go to theofficial Web site at: www.usabasketball.com. The 2010-12 USA Basketball Men’s National Team by name, position, height, weight, date of birth, current team and college or high school is: Danny Granger, F, 6-8, 228, 4/20/83, Indiana Pacers/University of New Mexico; Eric Gordon, G, 6-3, 222, 12/25/88, Los Angeles Clippers/Indiana University; Derrick Rose, G, 6-3, 190, 10/04/88, Chicago Bulls/Memphis University; Deron Williams, G, 6-3, 207, 7/26/84, Utah Jazz/University of Illinois; Dwyane Wade, G, 6-4, 220, 1/17/82 Miami Heat/Marquette University; LaMarcus Aldridge, F/C, 6-11, 240, 7/19/85, Portland Trail Blazers /University of Texas; Carmelo Anthony, F, 6-8, 230, 5/29/84, Denver Nuggets/Syracuse University; Chauncey Billups, G, 6-3, 202, 9/25/76, Denver Nuggets/University of Colorado; Carlos Boozer, F, 6-9, 266, 11/20/81, Utah Jazz/Duke University; Chris Bosh, F, 6-10, 230, 3/24/84, Toronto Raptors/Georgia Tech; Kobe Bryant, G, 6-6, 205, 8/23/78, Los Angeles

ROBINSON HOLDS AN opponent, resists his reaction, and watches the referee. He wrestles at 195 pounds and is 14 years old. (Photo by Shantelle Erving)

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Lakers/Lower Merion H.S. (Pennsylvania); Kevin Durant, G, 6-9, 230, 9/29/88, Oklahoma City Thunder/University of Texas; Rudy Gay, F, 6-8, 230, 8/17/86, Memphis Grizzlies/University of Connecticut; Dwight Howard, F/C, 6-11, 265, 12/08/85, Orlando Magic/SW Atlanta Christian Academy (Georgia); Andre Iguodala, G/F, 6-6, 207, 1/28/84, Philadelphia 76ers/University of Arizona; LeBron James, F, 6-8, 250, 12/30/84, Cleveland Cavaliers/St.Vincent - St. Mary H.S. (Ohio); Al Jefferson, C, 6-10, 265, 1/04/85, Minnesota Timberwolves/Prentiss H.S. (Mississippi); David Lee, F/C, 6-9, 250, 4/29/83, New York Knicks/University of Florida; Brook Lopez, C, 7-0, 265, 4/01/88, New Jersey Nets/Stanford University; Kevin Love, F, 6-10, 260, 9/07/88, Minnesota Timberwolves/UCLA; O.J. Mayo, G, 6-4, 210, 11/05/87, Memphis Grizzlies/USC; Lamar Odom, F, 6-10, 230, 11/06/79, Los Angeles Lakers/University of Rhode Island; Chris Paul, G, 6-0, 175, 5/06/85, New Orleans Hornets/Wake Forest University; Kendrick Perkins, C, 6-10, 280, 11/10/84, Boston Celtics/Clifton J. Ozen H.S. (Texas);

BLACKS MUST CONTROL THEIR OWN COMMUNITY

GARY WEST S IDE Couga r R ashaad A rmstrong re bounds aga inst the visiti ng Munster Mustangs T hur sd ay, Feb . 11. However, Mustang sc or ing was stronger for a 64-48 win . (Photo by Ted Brown) Amar’e Stoudemire, F, 6-10, lections were announced by USA 249, 11/16/82, Phoenix Suns/Cy- Basketball Chair Jerry Colangelo. press Creek H.S. (Florida); He was the managing director of Dwyane Wade, G, 6-4, 220, the 2006-08 USA National Team. 1/17/82 Miami Heat/Marquette Colangelo explained, “This is University; another important step in the reGerald Wallace, F, 6-7, 220, assembling of the USA National 7/23/82, Charlotte Bobcats/Uni- Team for the next three years of versity of Alabama; competitions that will include the Russell Westbrook, G, 6-3, 187, FIBA World Championship in 11/12/88, Oklahoma City Thun- 2010, and if we qualify, the 2012 der/UCLA. Olympics in London. Featuring nine members of the “Unlike 2006-08, when we were gold medalist 2008 U.S. Olympic first starting the program, this Team and a total of 11 time we have the benefit of inOlympians, who have captured a cluding players who were memcombined 15 Olympic medals bers of the last national team, (nine gold and six bronze), the se-

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