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Snow causes parking changes in the city City of Gary officials have once again implemented their snow plan in anticipation of winter storms slated to hit the area this weekend. To assist with removal of the barrage of

snow, the City is asking residents to park on the West side of the street at least through midnight Saturday.

“We are asking for help from our citizens so

that our plows can clear wider paths on residential streets,” said Mayor Karen FreemanWilson. “This way, emergency vehicles and school buses can get through the streets easier

SNOW CAUSES PARKING changes in Gary that include clearing side streets and alleys within 48-72 hours. Main streets will be cleared within 24 hours of heavy snowfalls.

and residents will have more room to maneuver their vehicles as well.”

The City’s snow plan calls for the clearing of the main streets within the first 24 hours followed by the clearing of side streets and alleys within 48 – 72 hours.

Towing is now in effect where signage indicates “no parking” in areas of two-inch accumulation or more. Citizens are asked to please adhere to the signage to avoid being towed.

During heavy snowfalls, City of Gary crews will be on the roads 24 hours a day, in alternating 12 hour shifts, as long as necessary to ensure roadway conditions remain as safe as possible during winter weather.

“We thank Gary residents for their patience as we tackle this record breaking snow accumulation,” said Freeman-Wilson. “I also commend our teams that are out on the streets helping remove the snow, and making sure that we all can travel safely.”

Freeman-Wilson went on to encourage those who do not need to venture out in the elements to remain inside. For those who need emergency plow assistance for medical issues, other major emergencies and inquiries, (Continued on page 12)

Roosevelt heating problems resolved

A lack of heat at the Roosevelt College and Career Academy caused the school to be closed for several days in January. Below zero temperatures burst pipes and resulted in a breakdown of the schools boiler. The problem prompted a visit by the State Superintendent Glenda Ritz and State Board of Education member Tony Walker.

The situation further heighted chilly relations between the Gary Community School Corporation and EdisonLearning Inc. The situation got worse during the cold snap that gripped the city. EdisonLearning and the Gary Schools have been at odds over who is responsible for maintenance of the school’s heating system.

It is the fifth year Roosevelt College and Career students missed class due to a lack of heat in the building. EdisionLearning officials said that they have asked the State Board of Education for a waiver for the missed days.

Ritz visited the school at the end of January and met with maintenance personnel at EdisonLearning and members of the Gary schools ground crew. During the meeting she learned that 11 classrooms and the band room were without heat due to the busted pipes. She said a plan needed to be put in place to use part of the building and indentify areas that can be used and indentify the areas that can be fixed. Ritz planned to present the results of her investigation to the state board Feb. 5 but that meeting was cancelled due to inclement weather.

Walker said the situation was a disgrace to the 600 students attending the school and the Gary Community Schools should be more diligent in meeting its responsibility toward the education of the Roosevelt students. Walker also called on Governor Mike Pence to provide financial assistance to repair the school’s boiler.

Despite reports that the entire building was (Continued on page 3)

ROOSEVELT HEATING PROBLEMS were caused by pipes that froze and burst in last month’s frigid temperatures. One state education board member has requested that the governor provide emergency funding to get the Roosevelt College and Career Academy’s boiler repaired.

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Gary schools will use lottery for computer distribution mation Officer for the Gary Community School Corporation said, “Each student that receives a computer will own it and their parent must sign for the computers, releasing the district from any liability. We want to get the parent involved and commit to being involved so they can understand they play an important role in their child’s education.”

By Carmen M. WoodsonWray The Gary Community School Corporation is trying to shrink the Digital Divide by offering about 1,200 computers to district families through a February 15 lottery as part of the “Digital Legacy Celebration.” The celebration is designed to show visitors and parents how technology is being used in the classrooms.

Families will receive refurbished Dell computers that are seven to eight years old. These machines were recently replaced by ones that helped the district come into compliance for the I-Step Testing.

Parents will be required to join the PTA, become chaperones, or participate in some other school activity to participate in the lottery. Sarita Stevens, Public Infor-

Winning students will receive a desktop computer, monitor, keyboard and mouse. In addition, students may receive Internet service at home through the Com-

GARY SCHOOLS OFFICIALS plan to use a lottery to put approximately 1,200 used computers in the homes of Gary students.

Welfare recipients will undergo drug tests The Indiana House of Representatives moved forward recently with a bill requiring welfare recipients to undergo drug testing, and limited the types of foods those receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) from the state can buy.

The lower chamber passed House Bill 1351 by a vote of 71-22. Besides the drug tests, the bill authored by state Representative Jud McMillin (R-Brookville), would also require nutritious foods and beverages to be purchased by individuals receiving the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits from the state. “We are trying to accomplish several goals with this entitlement reform package like removing drugs from households, ensuring that tax dollars are being spent appropriately and making sure that good nutrition is available to more children,” said McMillin in an interview with the Indiana Economic Digest.

County offices responsible for providing assistance to TANF recipients would be responsible for administering either a written or electronic exam for substance abuse.

If there is suspicion of an individual using illegal drugs, the person can be placed in another group for further testing. Half of the second group is selected randomly for a physical drug test.

If an individual tests positive for illegal drugs he or she would be able to continue receiving their welfare benefits as long as they enroll in a drug treatment program. If they refuse to enter a treatment program, they would no longer receive their benefits and if they do enter a pro2

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WELFARE RECIPIENTS WILL be under new scrutiny if proposed legislation demanding drug testing and healthy food purchases is passed by the Indiana senate and signed by the governor. gram but test positive again for may face a legal challenge. Oppodrug abuse, they can lose their ben- nents have said the legislation may violate the Fourth Amendment that efits for three months.

In a household with children prohibits unreasonable search and where benefits have been removed, seizures.

Of the 183,000 households in the benefits can be transferred to Lake County, the median houseanother person if the person is the hold income in 2012 was $48,505 legal guardian of the children. juxtaposed to the poverty rate of The bill also outlines the types of nearly 20 percent.

On average there food an individual with SNAP are 3,002 TANF recipients each benefits can purchase. month and 91,326 food stamp reIf the Indiana Senate passes the cipients.

About 47,910 school age bill, the Indiana Department of children in the county are enrolled Workforce Development (DWD) in the free and reduced lunch prowould be required to study long gram. term unemployment and issues related to it.

Ken Falk, legal director of the DWD would then provide their American Civil Liberties Union findings to the state’s Unemploychapter in Indiana said that his orment Insurance Oversight Comganization is willing to challenge mittee and Legislative Council. the bill’s constitutionally.”

I think If passed in the Senate and signed it’s unconstitutional and going to be

by Governor Mike Pence, the bill

cast Internet Essentials Program.

Any student enrolled in the National School Lunch Program qualifies to receive Internet service at a cost of $9.95 a month.

Stevens said it would be up to the student’s family to invest in a printer for the computer.

Stevens said the district is not just giving away computers but chose to invest in the education of its students with them. She said, “We could have sold them for a return, but we chose to invest in the computers by getting an unlimited educational return.”

Representative Smith will seek another term Dr. Vernon G. Smith, State Representative – 14th House District, announced that he will seek another term in the Indiana General Assembly. Smith was elected in a special election to complete the term of former Rep. Earline Rogers in 1990.

Rogers had assumed the senate position of the late Carolyn Mosby. Besides the partial term, Smith has served eleven consecutive terms.

A past principal of several Gary elementary schools, Smith is a professor of education at Indiana University Northwest. He is the coordinator of the Educational Leadership Program, which prepares teachers to be principals. Smith is active in numerous civic organizations and leads many non-profit causes. He is President and Founder of the I. U. Dons, Inc., Board Chairman of the African American Achievers Youth Corps, Inc., President and Founder of Focus Hope, Vice-President of the Urban League of Northwest Indiana, Board Member of Brothers Keeper, Board Member of the Indiana Commission of the Social Status of Black Men, and Board Member of the Indiana Commission for a Drug Free Indiana. He is also the National Chairman of the African American Male National Council.

Smith is the recipient of over 200 awards for his community service.

Listed among them are the 2007 Mental Health America Hoosier Idol Award, 2007 Parent Leadership council Partners’ Leadership Award, 2005 Welsh-Bowen Distinguished Public Official Award, the 2004 10th District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Omega Man of the Year, the 2003 Alpha Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Omega Man of the Year Award and Citizen of the Year Award; the 2002 Gary Frontiers Marchers Award; the 1995 Carolyn Mosby Above and Beyond Award; the 1999 NAACP Mary Ovington Award; the 1993 Walter J. Rooda Poor Relief Award Reform Award;

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the 1993 Gary Community Mental Health Board Member of the Year Award; and the 1991 Indiana University Northwest Educator of the Year Award.

Smith said he is proud of his track record in the Indiana Legislature.

He was the first freshman to serve as a committee chairman and was successful in getting more bills passed than any other Northwest Indiana legislator in his freshman year. He

Vernon G. Smith has served as assistant majority floor leader and assistant minority floor leader. He has served as Chairman of the Family, Children, and Human Affairs Committee, the Local Government Committee and the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus.

Presently, he is the ranking minority member in the House Education Committee.

Smith said, the average legislator gets one to two bills passed per session. He indicated that he averages 4-6 bills per session. He has gotten as many as 10 bills passed out of the House during a session.

Among Smith’s legislative accomplishments is a bill to create the Indiana Commission on the Social Status of Black Males, a bill to offer “good time” credit for inmates who (Continued on page 3) www.garycrusader.com

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Township provides wide range of assistance Despite being under the fog of what Calumet Township Trustee Mary Elgin has termed “an unconstitutional law aimed at severely restricting the township’s ability to help the needy,” the township continues providing vital assistance to its many residents in need.

Mary Elgin In a recent report for 2013 spending, approved by the township board, the trustee reported 20,565 requests for assistance were received from township residents. Of those, 12,309 clients from 3,643 households received assistance valued at $2.5 million.

Exactly 5,820 clients from 1,940 households received $563,000 in

utility assistance; 2,123, clients from 707 households received $1.4 million in housing assistance; 5,679 clients from 1,893 households received $127,000 in food assistance; 1,185 clients from 395 households received $192,000 in health care assistance; 132 clients received $178,000 in funeral assistance. According to township officials, the figures were rounded off and the costs of other miscellaneous services would match the $2.5 million total.

Approximately 45 clients were placed by the township’s job training program into private sector jobs and workfare (able-bodied clients working at the minimum wage for township financial assistance) amounted to 20,620 hours.

“Our township has always striven to operate frugally and with best practices in mind,” Elgin explained.

“Regardless of whether there’s a magnifying glass upon us, that is how we operate. Interestingly, aside from the $2.5 million we provided to clients, our diligent staff was able to secure another $5.1 million in assistance to the needy from sources and agencies other than the township.”

Calumet Township comprises the city of Gary, town of Griffith and an adjacent unincorporated area. Its population is approximately 100,000.

A RIBBON CUTTING CERMONY was held for the South Shore Common Tuesday, January 28 at the complex located at 1201 W. 20th Ave. The 60-unit two-story complex serves homeless people with disabilities, homeless families, people with very low incomes, families at risk of being homeless and small families with special needs. Participating in the cutting of the ribbon is Gary Chamber of Commerce CEO Chuck Hughes, Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson, Dr. Danita Johnson and Vernita Lewis. South Shore Commons is operated by Edgewater Systems. (Photo

by Chris Roberts Gonzales)

Roosevelt heating problems resolved (Continued from page 1) closed, school officials said that the entire building was without heat, but the school could have been reopened and that there was ample useable space to conduct classes.

Gary school officials insisted the issue could have been avoided if the heating system had been properly maintained. Gary Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pruitt said the agreement between the Gary

Schools and EdisonLearing was to do periodic checks on the heating and cooling system. Two years ago EdisionLearing took over Roosevelt for the purpose of improving academic performance and test scores. Prior to taking over the school, EdisonLearing did a walk through of the school and was given $800,000 to do a full assessment of the building.

In 2008 the school system spent

indicate the level of community impact, and describe the significance each project will have on the overall comprehensive revitalization of the community.

From this revitalization strategy, communities will produce a threeyear community investment plan, which will identify capital and

quality of life projects to be completed during that period.

Eligible applicants must be a local unit of government that is a city or an incorporated town not located within an entitlement community (only communities that participate in the state CDBG program are eligible). Interested com-

$8million on a new heating system.

The state and the Gary Community School Corporation entered into a maintenance agreement last month to make all necessary repairs while EdisonLearing operates the building.

“I want to assure the community that the Gary Community School Corporation is committed to preserving Roosevelt,” Pruitt said.

Cities and towns may apply for 2014 “Stellar Communities” program Lieutenant Governor Sue Ellspermann has announced that the state is currently accepting letters of interest from cities and towns in Indiana wishing to apply for the “Stellar Communities” program.

The application deadline is 5 p.m. on Feb. 19, 2014.

“The Stellar Communities program gives cities and towns the opportunity to present their visions for revitalization projects that will transform their communities,” said Ellspermann.

“These plans will improve ‘quality of place,’ increase private investment and promote job growth, thus, increasing the competitiveness of our communities for at-

tracting new industry, talent, and population growth.”

Indiana’s “Stellar Communities” program is a collaborative effort by the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) and the Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) seeking to engage two communities to achieve a three-year revitalization strategy.

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In the revitalization strategy, communities will identify areas of interest and types of projects, produce a schedule to complete projects, produce cost estimates, identify local match amounts, sources, and additional funding resources,

munities can learn more about the program and download the guidelines for the Letter of Interest online at: http://www.in.gov/ocra/2601.htm.

Previous winners include the cities of Greencastle, North Vernon, Delphi, Princeton, Bedford and Richmond.

Representative Smith will seek . . .

(Continued from page 2) get an education; a bill to implement tire recycling; a bill to protect employees who use tobacco products outside of the work place; a bill to create an airport development zone for the Gary Airport; a bill to prohibit the use of beepers and cellular phones by children in schools; and a bill to provide paper ballots at polling sites when voting machines break down. Smith also authored and led to passage H.B. 1272 which will allow Gary, Hammond and East Chicago to hold property tax sales when the County fails to do so.

Smith said he will continue to focus on economic development for Gary, Merrillville, Griffith and Hobart, improvements in education across the State, improvements in the conditions in our State prisons, improved health care provisions for Hoosiers, and matters that will lead to improvements in the general wel-

fare of people.

“I believe in a representative form of government,” Smith said. “It is because of this that I do my best to represent the will and express the concerns of the people. I stay in contact with my constituents and I

am honored that the people of my district allows me to serve them, Smith conclude. This year marks 42 continuous years in public office for Smith. He served 18 years as a city councilman representing the 4th District of Gary.”

Juvenile Division courtroom is changing locations Hon. Thomas P. Stefaniak, Jr., the presiding judge over Lake Superior Court’s Juvenile Division, recently announced that Court Room 5 of the Lake County Juvenile Court has been relocated to the Justice Rucker Courthouse, 400 Broadway in Gary.

The hearing officer for Room 5 is Magistrate Terry Wilson and it is one of the two Lake County IV-D Courts. Court Room 5 began hearing cases in Gary on February 3. Magistrate Katherine Garza will remain at the Juvenile Center in Crown Point in Room 8.

Judge Stefaniak urges all attorneys to carefully review their court orders to determine at which court their IV-D hearings will be held. Questions about the move can be answered by Lenise Towarnicki at (219) 660-6964.

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EDITORIAL

EDITORIAL BLACK HISTORY YEAR?

February is Black History Month. The celebration of the contributions of African Americans began as Negro History Day, which morphed into Negro History Week. The venerable scholar, Carter G. Woodson, was the father of this movement. Several decades ago it became Black History Month. Interestingly, some people are beginning to question the notion of a Black History Year! This is not so far-fetched when you think about the compartmentalization that comes with honoring the contributions of Black people during one month in the minds of many youth who have short attention spans. These youth should be reminded of Black history achievements all year long. This does not mean to say that it is the only thing that is taught, it is that there should be an integration in the curriculum on a constant basis because Black history is indelibly tied in with American history.

Another thought: when people talk about Black history they often conjure up images of Sojourner Truth, Harriet Tubman, Marcus Mosiah Garvey, and other celebrated heroes. This is appropriate, but it should also expand beyond the Black sojourn in America. Black people are at the very foundation of the world.

The current wisdom is that all life started in Africa, and that we can all be traced back to a single female several million years ago on that continent. Recently, evidence has surfaced that the original Chinese people were Black! Moreover, there are a lot of other surprises when a microscope is applied to the history and activities of Black people on a global level. This is why a study of Black history should go far beyond the trials and tribulations of Black people in slavery in America and elsewhere. Black history is far deeper than that, and our youth need to know this.

Because of the fragile nature of memory, there are young people alive today who have no real sense of the importance of major historical events. For example, to them Emmett Till is just the name of an unfortunate kid who whistled at a white woman in Mississippi and was killed for it. They did not experience the gut-wrenching pain and frustration that those who were alive felt when his mom, Mamie Till Moseley, insisted on having his mutilated corpse published in Jet Magazine for all the world to see. In retrospect, it is easy to see how that one act was a major catalyst for the beginning of the Civil Rights movement in America.

Today, we are making history of another sort; Black people are killing each other at incredible rates. This is because a lot of people have internalized self-hatred. Pride has been replaced by selfloathing in too many hearts and minds. This is why a Black life taken by another Black does not elicit the same intense emotion that a Black killed by a white person generates. This is why the word “nigger” is used so liberally, and why so many excuses are made by Blacks who use it against other Blacks while having conniption fits when a white person utters that word. The notion that it is a term of endearment falls on deaf ears of those who lived through the early years in America where that word had its ugly origins.

The fact of the matter is that we must look backwards in history in order to determine the future steps that we must take, and this must be done on a DAILY basis, and not just during one month. We are grateful that Carter G. Woodson introduced the concept of the celebration of our history, but we must somehow find a way to get people to connect the dots between what happened before and what is happening now, because we have forgotten who we are! The best way to do this is to honor Black contributions every day of the year!

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Is Tony Walker the only grown up around?

ting through the crap and trying to get done what needs to be done. More so, than the people who get paid to do it, Walker is putting our children first.

Dear Editor: I see that after months of quiet the dust-up between the Gary School District and Edison Learning is back on. It looks like the only bright spot in the situation this time is Tony Walker, the state board of education member from Gary.

There was no heat at the Gary Roosevelt College and Career Academy, and the school had to be closed. Gary Schools and Edison officials wasted valuable time bickering over whose fault it was that 600 Edison students were without heat. Fortunately, Walker intervened and asked the governor to send some emergency dollars to get Roosevelt’s boilers repaired.

In case you forgot, a scheme by the former head of the state board of education put Roosevelt under the control of Edison. The Gary School district is supposed to be responsible for the boiler’s maintenance and repairs. Edison is supposed to properly operate the boiler—something that the Gary Schools people said the Edison folks refused to be trained to do that. So the child-like behavior on both sides continues.

Roosevelt students have already missed six class days because of boiler problems. We should be at our limit with this nonsense.

I applaud Tony Walker for cut-

Frank Williams

Hopefully Gary won’t go buck wild towing cars Dear Editor: It is good to see that city officials recognize they need to do a better job of getting the streets cleared after snowstorms. The kind of snow removal service we get here depends on where you live.

While I cheer that move, at the same time I am concerned this new snow plan is going to negatively affect a lot of poor people who can’t afford it. The rationale for the towing is understandable, just not acceptable. Yes, I know that a street can’t be completely cleared if cars are parked in the plows’ paths. I also know the plow can angle around parked cars and pick up where it left off.

The question becomes can’t the city ticket, instead of tow. Can’t the city warn vehicle owners that they have X number of tickets and if not taken care of within a certain number of days, they’ll get towed?

No doubt part of the reason for towing is revenue. The potential for even more revenue is there through a ticketing process first.

The city can show residents it

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means business and not be so punitive.

Towing not only means an outof-pocket expense for the vehicles’ owners, it also represents a major inconvenience as one must find a ride to the tow yard which could mean taking time off work.

We also know there is a storage fee even if you pick up your car or truck the same day.

I seriously doubt it will happen but city officials really need to rethink their decision about towing.

Alvin Spencer

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OUT IN THE OPEN Gary School Superintendent Cheryl Pruitt has been making the rounds lately. Her first public appearance outside of school board meetings was at the Frontier’s MLK event recently and last week she did a phone interview with WLTH radio. Apparently her public appearances can only mean that the school system is tired of being on the defense regarding its current state of affairs.

For several years the system has taken a beating in the press and

Cheryl Pruitt the community without putting up a fight. No doubt the ongoing battle between the school system and EdisonLearning, the company hired by the state to take over Roosevelt, has resurfaced. A recent problem with the school’s boiler, and students having to miss class because of lack of heat in the building resulted in a battle between the school system and EdisionLearing over who is responsible for maintenance of the building. That along with the state board of education continuing to give Gary Schools failing grades, seems to be enough to bring Pruitt out of her office to face the public to tell the other side of the story. Question is, will it be enough to reverse the damage that’s already been done?

Darren Washington looking to get back in the wings of things? Just ask Clorius Lay and Alex Cherry, both had their political careers revived when they were elected to the board. It also didn’t hurt that they had name recognition, which Washington has unless you share a common name. Political careers can be launched or destroyed by having the same name as another politician. County Recorder Mike Brown benefitted for having the same name as County Clerk Mike Brown. If Darren Washington runs, he will be on the ballot with another Washington, who is running for Lake County Council.

In the past it has been shown that voters can be easily confused by voting for the first familiar name they see and ignoring the others.

It’s going to be interesting to see if the voters have gotten more observant or if they fall for the name game again.

er Allen. Despite the public perception of Allen, he remains a popular figure in the community and is still politically savvy. His support of Robinson will go a long way with a number of his former supporters, some who used to work for him and some who still work for the township.

Word is the fundraiser was well attended and there is talk that Robinson will prove to be a formidable candidate. By all indications this will be one of the races to watch this campaign season.

Robinson enjoys the support of Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson and has picked up support among several of her city council colleagues. Now this should not be taken as an endorsement, just an observation. So far Nosey ain’t taking any side in any of the races.

-NoseyWord that George Zimmerman is involved in the promotion of a “Celebrity Fight” match is not only an insult to the Black community, but it is also an affront to the family of Trayvon Martin.

From various news reports some promoters are trying to put on a fight between Zimmerman and whoever wins a contest to become his opponent. It’s rumored that there has been several infested parties, both Black and white, who have expressed interest in taking Zimmerman on. It’s understandable that they’re a lot of people who would love to meet up with George Zimmerman and give him what they feel he deserves. But in reality he isn’t worth it. No one in their right mind should have anything to do with

George Zimmerman the people seeking to profit from this tragedy. George Zimmerman is anything, but a celebrity and if anything, folks should be voicing their outrage at anyone trying to profit from Tray’s death.

-NoseyOFF AND RUNNING Calumet Township Trustee Kimberly Robinson held her first campaign fundraiser last week.

The event held at the Genesis Convention was well attended and the highlight of the night was the endorsement Robinson received form former trustee Dozi-

-NoseyWHAT’S IN A NAME? Word reached Nosey that Darren Washington may enter the race for Calumet Township Board. Washington, who served several terms on the Gary School Board after losing a race for State Senator, is now pastor of a church in South Bend and is said to be looking to re-enter politics. What better way than to run for the Township Board because it is tailor made for ex-officer holders www.garycrusader.com

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Daughter inspires mom to write “Zooey Mama Special Like Me”

By Carmen M. WoodsonWray The story of a little girl who has been misunderstood because of her developmental delays is told through her eyes in the book “Zooey Mama Special Like Me.” Written by her mother Alexis Nelson, the book explains her uniqueness and how her family has made sure that she is aware of how special she really is.

Alexis Nelson was the Clinical Director/Social Worker at a residential facility for youth before becoming a stay at home mom, songwriter and author. She is also a certified life coach.

Nelson said God gave her the vision of the book after working on a self-help book that she was publishing. She said, “My intention was to write a self-help to encourage people and give them food for thought, but one day God said write a book about your daughter so when He tells me to do something I do it.”

Her first publication and introduction into the literary world was entitled “Sing Mommie Sing—Lullabies from the Heart.”

It tells of how her mother would sing lullabies to her first born son as a way to soothe him. This led to her creating her own lullaby music to sing to her children and it is therapeutic for her.

Nelson wrote “Zooey Mama Special Like Me” as a way to get people to celebrate the difference in children. She said, “I want to help parents to understand that if a child is different because of a weight problem, their skin color or anything else that makes them feel different they should encourage them.”

Nelson’s daughter has special needs which causes her to have speech and developmental delays.

She has taught her sign language.

The book expressed many of her daughter’s feelings. She said, “In the book the story is told in her eyes and in her perspective. She says “Mommy and Daddy say

that special is good’.”

Nelson said that the book is uplifting and sends the message that she wants to get across. “She cannot communicate the way we do, but she knows how to use an IPad, she likes for me to read to her and she does a lot of things with her brothers,” she said. Photos of her with her brothers are captured throughout the book.

With a book release scheduled for April, Nelson says her goal is to donate portions of the proceeds from the book to distribute them in schools, libraries, support groups, as well as sponsor a special needs child.

ALEXIS ANDRIA NELSON, author of the book “Zooey Mama—Special Like Me.”

Nelson said, “This book is not about me, but to encourage people. She is a living testimony.

Every milestone is a testimony.

When the book comes out I’m going to sit down and read it to her. Her brothers thought the idea of writing the book was great. They said, ‘wow that’s cool’.”

Patchwork quilting hobby keeps James Carpenter busy

By Carmen M. WoodsonWray James Carpenter loves to work with his hands. Growing up in southern Mississippi, he would often keep busy by learning the art of quilting from his mother and grandmother. A resident of Gary since 1975, he has found quilting to be a worthwhile hobby during the winter seasons.

The first quilt he made was something he needed to keep warm while attending high school track meets that he follows. The only member of his family that does quilting is his wife, Gloria, who he says follows her own craft of sewing.

Carpenter said he usually starts on a quilt by designing squares and then making multiple pieces that he patches together. He said, “I usually do different types of materials each time. Some of my patches have denim in them or

any type of fabric I come across.

It’s all called patchwork quilting.”

It usually takes him a couple of months to do a quilt but he does it all winter. He said, “I’ll probably do three by the end of this winter. This is my hobby.”

In the summertime he finds himself in his garage or outside doing woodwork. He said, “Last summer I did a brick patio and I’ve also made computer desks out of wood; one for the house and one for my nephew who wanted one for college.”

Carpenter has made close to 20 to 30 quilts since he started that he gives away to family members.

“I’ve given some of my quilts to my nieces, nephews, my wife’s mother and her grandmother. I make them for all sizes; from full size, queen size and king size,” he said. He does not sell his quilt work and does not have any plans of doing so. He said, “It’s just something that keeps me busy.”

JAMES CARPENTER DISPLAYS one of the many quilts that he’s made. Carpenter said he picked up the skills from his grandmother and mother when he was growing up. A retired steel worker, he gives away the quilts as gifts to friends and family members.

3rd Black Film Festival Scheduled For The Glen Theatre The Glen Theatre, located at 20 West Ridge Road, owned and operated by the African American Achievers Youth Corps, Inc., will host its 3rd Annual Black Film Festival Friday, Feb. 21 and Saturday, Feb. 22.

The film festival will be hosted by Gary native and Hollywood actor, William L. Johnson. Johnson is a graduate of Emerson School of Visual and Performing Arts. He has played major roles in numerous feature films and movie shorts. Among those joining him at the festival will be Reggie Gaskins, an actor, writer, producer and director, also from Hollywood. Four film producers and/or actors will answer questions following the movies each night.

The Gary Branch of the NAACP will host Friday night with an Opening Night Reception beginning at 6:30 p.m. The feature movie will be Note to Self, preceded by two movie shorts, Speaker of the House and Solstice. Tickets are $25 and can be secured via members of the NAACP or by calling (219) 949-5565. The cost at the door is $30.

Clark Road Church Foundation, the Froebel Park Committee, Brothers2Brothers, and Brothers’ Keeper will join the Achievers in hosting Saturday night. The featured movies will be The Divorce and the American Promise. Tickets for Saturday are $15; the admission at the door is $20. Tickets may be secured from any of the sponsors. Tickets for both nights may be secured at Beautiful Things in the Village Shopping Mall in Gary. Combo tickets for both nights are $35.

For additional information, contact Rep. Vernon G. Smith, Achievers Board Chairman, at (219) 887-2046.

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COLUMN CONDOLENCES to the family of VICKI LYNN HILL, who recently passed in Phoenix, Arizona. A daughter of local Elka Child Care Educational Centers founders, JULIUS and ELLIE HILL, Vickie was one of those young success stories we watched develop from childhood.

An Andrean High School alum and University of Phoenix alum, she was owner of a mortgage brokerage firm and a mother and grandmother. Her untimely passing was a shock to us all.

Then there’s JOHN McBRIDE,

…ERIC YOUR PARGRAPHER during our stint as a bailiff in Lake County Circuit Court. His presence will be missed.

And, belated condolences to the family of FLORENCE CROSS, who passed early last month at the age of 95. Ms. Cross was a popular employee in the legendary Rucks restaurant just across the street from ‘The ‘Velt High in the 50s and early 60s (remember the ice cream sandwich and that phenomenal chili sauce??). Ms. Cross is survived by daughters JEAN-HELEN KELLY,

ELAINE ALLEN and Austin, Texastransplant BELIN TUCKER; and sons ROBERT and KENNETH CROSS; and many other family members.

-DD“RECESSION…I’m Not Participating” is the intriguing title of a new book authored by Milwaukee, Wisconsin-transplant NINA V. A. JOHNSON, which “…uses the word of God

…JUDGE HAWKINS/DR. McCULLOUGH

...McBRIDE SR. who also recently passed. A former Gary policeman and bailiff in the Crown Point courtroom of Judge SALVADOR VASQUEZ, John was a valuable advisor and good friend of

…DIVA WITH DEVOS to declare war against financial destruction and that terrible word called debt.”

Born in Gary but reared thru the Milwaukee school system, Ms. Johnson, 2nd from left, is foto-lashed with husband JERRY, mom and Gary ‘Velt High ’60 alum DORIS ARMSTRONG, and sons DOMINIC and DEVEN while enjoying a recent Florida vacation. If you’re sometimes wondering where all your money has gone

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or you’re in the clutches of a burdensome home mortgage or your household budget has become a nightmare of juggling and balancing, this may be the book for you. Ms. Johnson is a high-ranking banking official in the Badger state, so, she knows a thing or two about money management. She insists that her book “Serves as a testament of how it is possible to step out on faith and allow God to move in

your finances and your life.” The book is available online at www.recessionimnotparticipating.com.

-DDOUR ERIC DEGGANS is heating-up in these frigid temps while crisscrossing parts of the country on (Continued on page 9)

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Chuck Deggans’ Den . . .

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lecturing tours created by the immense popularity of his controversial book “Race-Baiter,” which details how media images and portrayals have confused many people’s ideas about race, stereotypes and prejudice. Now a full-time National Public Radio (NPR) TV critic and Peabody Awards Board-member, Eric has just woundup an appearance at Chi Town’s DePaul University while scheduled to show-up and show-out at Massachusetts’ Nichols College, Worcester State

HAWKINS and Dr. DEBORAH McCULLOUGH comparing respective “Drum Major” and “Marcher” awards presented to them by the Gary Frontiers Service Club highlighting the 35th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast hosted in Gary’s Genesis Convention Center last month; BRENDA MURPHY, MERLENE THOMPSON, GWEN HEMPHILL, DIANA AUSTINandCHARLIE PETERSON on a shopping trek thru downtown Toronto during a re-

…NEWMAN, LEDBETTER & WARD -DDduring an outing in businessman JOE lville’s Avalon Manor late last year; and GREEN’S newly opened Club WoodGary’s Brother’s Keeper CEO MARY COUNT-OFF ANOTHER YEAR lawn at 2533 Lane Street in Gary’s EDWARDS reminding us of warmer for birthday celebrants like: Greater Small Farms area. days when the heat was in the pit inGary American Jazz Association prexy stead of from the furnace.

-DDERROL HEFNER (Feb. 8); Chi Towners STARLYNDA “Strar” YOUNG and “DEE DEE” CLINE DEGGANS’ DIG: (the Seattle Seaand MYRDIS NEWMAN (Feb. 9); hawks’ MICHAEL BENNETT relat’63 Lady Panther coordinator DAISY ing his unusual dance routine, after CURTIS (Feb. 10); GERALDINE punishing NFL QBs, to a legendary THOMPSON, BEVERLY SAM- R&B hit by the late MARVIN GAYE) UELS and MARILYN HARPER “WHEN I GET THAT FEELING, I (Feb. 11); ELNORA HAWKINS, WANT SACKSUAL HEALING!” fashion designer ADRIAN GATES, CYNTHIA STEWART and former Gary Fire Chief JEFF WARD (LinDEGGANS’ (JAZZ) coln’s Birthday); and retired photographer AL BLACKWELL and car salesDEN man JOE LEDBETTER (Feb 13).

THURSDAY, 10 PM -DD-

…EDWARDS At The Pit University and Minnesota’s University of River Falls in the coming weeks.

Copies of Eric’s book may be ordered online at Barnes and Noble, Amazon.com and IndieBound.org.

-DDSEEN-ON-THE-SCENE: Lake Superior Court Judge CALVIN D.

A BLAST-FROM-THE-PAST (July, 1960) BARBARA CORDELL, the wife of Gary’s popular WGRY-AM Radio jock LUCKY CORDELL, line-dancing with good friends ROSE WILSON and LORETTA HARRIS

WGVE RADIO, 88.7-FM HOSTED BY CHUCK DEGGANS

cent mini-vacation in Canada; Chi Town’s Deborah’s Designs fashion model PAULA BROOKS drawing the attention of Chi Towner EULIAS JACKSON and Gary-ites MARK COLLINS, VERNON PIRTLE, JR. and BOB NICHOLS during her guest appearance on local fashion mogul QUEEN TOPPIN’s annual Divas/Devos spectacular in Merril-

…ROSE, BARBARA & LORETTA AT JOE GREEN’S www.garycrusader.com

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CHURCH NEWS

THE SAINT PAUL MISSIONARY Baptist Church Male Choir Sweethearts and Boosters hosted a Winter Musical fundraiser, January 25, in the church at 2300 Grant Street. The program was highlighted by timeless spirituals and well known gospel songs that helped warm the audience who braved sub-zero temperatures to attend the performances. Program participants included Rev. Louis Winder, event chair/Boosters president Mary Smith, Jerusalem Baptist Church pastor Rev. Isaac Culver, Minister Katie Robinson, St. Paul Missionary Church pastor Rev. Howard L. Carter, Crossroads Baptist Church pastor Rev. Roosevelt Dixon, Van Buren Baptist Church pastor Rev. Dwight Mobley, Jerusalem Baptist Church pastor Maurice Culver and Booster supervisor Mary A. Lee.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PROGRAM included performances by New Life M.B. Church Quintet that includes, l-r, Frank Robinson, Rev. Louis Winders, William and Stanley Gassion and Paul Bowen. Participants not pictured include soloists Marcus Patikas, Kathryn Malone and Judy Sims, The Vessell Gospel Singing Ministry Ensemble, the New Tabernacle M.B. Church Praise Team, emcee Betty Walker, Booster Margery Carter-Mark and Male Choir Booster Sweetheart Edward Simmons. (Pictures by Chuck Deggans)

CHURCH CALENDAR “Black History programs at First Baptist Church”

15th Ave., Gary or by phone at 219-949-LIFE (5433).

Attend the Black History programs emphasizing, “Embracing Our Heritage,” at First Baptist Church, 626 W. 21st Ave. The pastor is Timothy F. Brown.

The “History of the Underground Railroad,” described as a fascinating journey and an inspiration of courage, will be presented from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8. The Miriam Mission Circle program will feature a “heritage” lecture by Mausiki “Stacy” Scales, professor at Georgia State University and Agnes Scott Women’s College at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15. A “taste of soul food” will follow the program.

Call (219) 883-3216 for information.

“Financial February” to be hosted by St. Timothy Community Church’s Ablaze Ministry

Adults and children are invited to “Financial February,” to be presented by St.Timothy Community Church Ablaze Ministry, Saturday, Feb. 22 at the Peace Center for Worship and Community Development, 3510 W. 15th Ave.

The church’s pastor is the Rev. Alfred Johnson and the assistant pastor is the Rev. R.E. Robinson.

Register by: calling 219-2924338; email to ablazeministry1@gmail.com; visiting the website – www.eventbrite.com.

The “Information Fair” will

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“February Food Giveaway” The Food Pantry and Clothing Boutique Ministry of the Gospel Truth Apostolic Ministry, Inc. will be distributing food to the general public on Sunday, February 16th from 1:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Wednesday, February 19th from 10:00 a.m. to noon.

The giveaways will take place at the Gospel Truth Apostolic Ministry Church, 5829 W. 15th Avenue in Gary.

Please bring a valid I.D. with current address and bags/boxes to carry your items home.

Come expecting a blessing from the Lord.

For more information you may visit us on the Internet at www.thegospeltruthapostolic.org or contact us at The Gospel Truth Apostolic Ministry, Inc., 5829 W. 10

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Michigan company partners with local food bank All of Meijer’s 204 stores able to support food rescue program by partnering with a local food bank

Meijer made significant strides in its hunger relief efforts last year, completing the rollout of its food rescue program throughout all its stores across the Midwest.

With the addition of eight food bank partnerships including one with the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana in Gary, the Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer is now able to donate quality food that would otherwise go to waste at its stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky, said Doug Meijer, co-chairman of the retailer.

“We are very excited about what these partnerships represent: Another way to get good food to those who are hungry,” Meijer said. “Not only are we helping with hunger relief, our program provides healthy choices to a greater number of people who rely on food banks for their meals.”

The Meijer food rescue program helps increase the total tonnage of food delivered to local food banks while ensuring that quality food doesn’t go to waste. More than 3.2 million pounds - or more than 2.6 million meals - were donated by Meijer this year to local food banks.

The eight food banks the retailer added this year to its program include: Food Bank of Northwest Indiana in Gary, Indiana; Shared Harvest Foodbank in Fairfield, Ohio; Second Harvest Food Bank of Clark, Champaign and Logan Counties in Springfield, Ohio;

Cleveland Foodbank in Cleveland, Ohio; Food Gatherers in Ann Arbor, Michigan; Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan in Detroit, Michigan; Central Illinois Foodbank in Springfield, Illinois; Peoria Area Food Bank in Peoria, Illinois.

“The rollout with our local Meijer’s food rescue program has been great,” said Arleen Peterson, executive director at the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana.

“The quality and condition of the donations are a cut above the rest. Meijer’s donation process should be the retail industry’s standard. Our member agencies feel proud to be able to provide our hungry neighbors in need with such quality food from a retail food rescue program. We are looking forward to having a beautiful, long-lasting partnership with Meijer in our fight against hunger.”

Meijer began its food rescue program in 2008 with food banks picking up fresh food - meat, cheese and select deli and bakery items - from 29 Meijer stores in southeast Michigan. It has since grown corporate-wide with all its 204 stores now able to support a rescue food bank.

Participating food banks pick up fresh food from their local Meijer store 2-3 days per week.

An estimated 2,400 products are available to donate to food banks.

Meijer is a family-owned retailer based in Grand Rapids, Mich. with a fundamental philosophy aimed at strengthening the communities it serves. Meijer proudly

CHURCH CALENDAR (Continued from page 10) Network tax, real estate property tax information from the Lake County Auditor, Social Security Administration service advisor, Curadebt Financial Solutions, Eley Graham Financial Services, BMO Harris, Organo Gold Refreshments.

“Information Sessions” will start at 10 a.m. with these topics and participants: “Understanding the Principles of Tithing,” “Credit Know How and Empowerment,” “Building Financial Dignity and Empowerment through Entrepreneurship – Kids’ Style,” “Budgeting/Savings=Planning, Prioritizing and Executing,” “Entrepreneurship-Advancing the Vision,” “College Planning/Scholarship Opportunities/Managing Education Debt, “Mortgage Education (Avoid Destruction with Proper Preparation),” “Everywww.garycrusader.com

thing You Want to Know about Financial Planning-Q&A Session,” and “Maximizing Money during Retirement.”

There will be raffles and prizes as well as refreshments for sale.

The biblical Scripture reference is Ecclesiastes 7:12 – For wisdom is a defense as money is a defense, but the excellence of knowledge is that wisdom gives life to those who have it.

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THE FOOD BANK of Northwest Indiana is among eight food banks added to Meijer’s Food Rescue Program this year. donates more than 6 percent of its pantries through its Simply Give Meijer philanthropy, please visit net profit each year to charities and food rescue programs. Meijer www.meijer.com. Follow Meijer on throughout the Midwest. With also supports education, disaster Twitter @twitter.com/Meijer and hunger as a corporate philan- relief, and health and wellness ini- @twitter.com/MeijerPR or become a fan at: www.facebook.com/meithropic focus, Meijer partners tiatives. with hundreds of food banks and For additional information on jer.

Indiana Chamber launches new website for HR Pros The Indiana Chamber of Commerce recently launched a new subscription-based website for human resource professionals and small business owners. Indiana HR Resources, www.hrindiana.com, is updated daily with the latest HR news and pertinent forms, and provides a forum for professionals to interact with other industry members.

Subscribers can access online versions of 15 Indiana Chamber publications, which are authored

by Indiana’s top attorneys on state and federal workplace laws and are valued at $950. But the annual subscription cost on the site is less than half that – at $449 for Indiana Chamber members. Nonmembers can purchase the yearly service for $599.

For a limited time, subscribers can use the discount code “INHR50”

Matt Ottinger and receive 50% off the subscription fee.

“This site is a natural fit for our services. Indiana Chamber members and customers already look to us for guidance on HR issues through our publications and conferences. This is a way to now

offer a very comprehensive product to help them do their jobs better,” explains Matt Ottinger, director of publications for the Indiana Chamber.

The program also gives direct access to the Indiana Chamber HR and Affordable Care Act helplines, as well as sample wellness programs from top regional experts.

A free 10-day trial is also available by contacting Ottinger at 317-264-7541 or mottinger@indianachamber.com.

To join, visit www.indianachamber.com/indianahr.

The Indiana Chamber partners with 15,000 members and investors – representing 2.6 million Hoosiers – to achieve the mission of “cultivating a world-class environment which provides economic opportunity and prosperity.”

Douglass, King, Malcolm, Marshall . . .

(Continued from page 16) Gregory knew that Malcolm X’s time was drawing near. He had been threatened, and during the last conversation that the two men had, Gregory knew in his heart that the two would never meet again. The profile of Malcolm X also revealed the friction between him and Nation of Islam leader Elijah Muhammad, and the fact that Malcolm was disillusioned when he said he discovered that the leader had fathered children with female secretaries of the Nation. This cut through Malcolm hard, since he so cherished and admired Muham-

mad.

Dr. Martin Luther King’s assassination is fully explored, with all manner of theories as to whether James Earl Ray had the brains to act alone or whether he was assisted by others, including the U.S. government. One new angle is raised about the man who ran a restaurant across the street from the now famous Lorraine Motel, upon whose balcony Dr. King took his last breath.

The profiles, indeed, show strong Black men who have made indelible marks on American history, includ-

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ing, of course, President Barack Obama, the first Black president to be elected in the United States. His story is also a familiar one, from his childhood and movement through Chicago and politics to his grassroots election campaign.

For more interesting details and as a great Black History Month DVD addition, check out African-American Leaders: Past & Present. Visit http://www.lionsgateshop.com/product.asp?Id=30482&TitlePar- entId=9737.

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Snow cause parking . . .

(Cont’d from page 1) please call (219) 881-1311.

City officials will continue to post information as needed on its website at gary.in.us and on its Facebook and Twitter accounts at “Team Gary, Indiana.”

See City of Gary’s snow plan below: 2013-2014 CITY OF GARY SNOW AND ICE CONTROL PLAN The Street Department is responsible for snow and ice removal for more than 434.18 miles of city roads.

POLICY The City of Gary begins an all-out plowing effort whenever two (2”) inches of snow have accumulated and snow is still falling. The primary goals of the City’s Snow Removal and Ice Control Plan are to maintain safe travel routes during the winter season as well as to restore mobility for the traveling public within a reasonable time frame following winter storm conditions.

PRIORITY PLOWING SYSTEM: The City has established a Priority Plowing system for our 434.18 miles of roadways.

FIRST PRIORITY: Primary roadways are those adjacent to schools and leading to hospitals. Primary streets are generally considered main arterial and higher traffic volume collector roadways. Hills and bridges are included in this category.

SECOND PRIORITY: Lower traffic volume collector roadways, residential streets and cul-de-sacs are in this category. During and after a storm, some streets may become snow packed as a result of vehicular traffic over unplowed roads, wind and drifting conditions.

All attempts will be made to reduce snow-packed situations.

Snow accumulations impairing motorists’ sight distances will be monitored and addressed as needed.

City crews will plow one path (in/out) through every roadway to allow residents mobility as early as is practical in a storm. Crews will return later to finish pushing the snow back “close to curb” to clear storm inlets.

Alleys: Alley conditions will be evaluated during heavier snow accumulations to determine if City assistance is needed to maintain mobility. Due to their narrow width, plowing alleys deposits snow on (and potentially causes damage to) adjacent structures such as garages and fences.

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Driveways & Sidewalks: These are the responsibility of residents and property owners. Residents should shovel snow into their yard, not the street. City crews try to avoid putting large piles of snow in front of driveways; however, this is not always possible. To avoid having to “double shovel,” citizens may want to wait until after their street has been plowed before clearing their driveway. Residents are also asked to clear snow around fire hydrants, meters and mailboxes to aid firefighters, meter readers and postal carriers.

Parking Lots: All City parking lots (City Hall, City Annex, Health Dept.) will be plowed and salted as needed. Operations may be adjusted if the storm clean up occurs on a weekend or holiday. Property owners are responsible for clearing commercial parking lots.

Parking Restrictions: During winter storms of two or more inches, parked vehicles must be removed from posted Snow Routes to enable City crews to clear the routes properly and safely. Violators will be ticketed and towed.

During larger anticipated snowfalls, residents may be asked to park on the West side of the street so that plows can clear wider paths for buses and emergency vehicles.

School City will plow the parking lot at Horace Mann High School so that residences on 5th Avenue can park in the lot, this will allow the State to open up 5th Avenue. Residence on the side streets in that area can also park in the lot allowing our drivers to open up side streets.

Employee Policy: The men and women of the Street Department are on 24hour call during the winter months; from Nov.1 until April 1. Employees will be notified of shift changes based on weather forecasts.

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 11TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:30 P.M. C.P.O. 14-02 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE 2014 SALARIES AND OPERATING BUDGETS FOR THE CITY OF GARY RENTAL HOUSING PROGRAM. Sponsored by: Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson, City of Gary, Celita Green, City Controller CITIZENS APPEARING AT SUCH MEETINGS SHALL HAVE A RIGHT TO BE HEARD THEREON. SUZETTE RAGGS Gary City Clerk NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL

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LEGAL NOTICE CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 11TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:30 P.M. C.P.O. 14-03 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING 2014 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (RDA) APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE CITY OF GARY. Sponsored by: Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson, City of Gary, Celita Green, City Controller CITIZENS APPEARING AT SUCH MEETINGS SHALL HAVE A RIGHT TO BE HEARD THEREON. SUZETTE RAGGS Gary City Clerk

MEETINGS SHALL HAVE A RIGHT TO BE HEARD THEREON. SUZETTE RAGGS Gary City Clerk NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 11TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:30 P.M. C.P.O. 14-08 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A FUND AND DEPARTMENT FOR THE CITY OF GARY. Sponsored by: Karen Freeman-Wilson, Mayor City of Gary

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 11TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:30 P.M.

CITIZENS APPEARING AT SUCH MEETINGS SHALL HAVE A RIGHT TO BE HEARD THEREON.

C.P.O. 14-04 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONIES FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE OPERATING EXPENSES FOR GRANTS AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS FOR THE CITY OF GARY POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2014 AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. Sponsored by: Karen Freeman-Wilson, Mayor City of Gary, Celita Green, City Controller

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 11TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:30 P.M.

CITIZENS APPEARING AT SUCH MEETINGS SHALL HAVE A RIGHT TO BE HEARD THEREON.

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C.P.O. 14-09 AN ORDINANCE DECREASING THE PETTY CASH FUND FOR THE GENESIS CENTER. Sponsored by: Karen Freeman-Wilson, Mayor City of Gary, M. Celita Green, City Controller, Genesis Center Board of Directors

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CITIZENS APPEARING AT SUCH MEETINGS SHALL HAVE A RIGHT TO BE HEARD THEREON.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:00 P.M. C.P.O. 14-05 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BY LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA GOVERNMENT, BY ITS COUNTY COUNCIL AND BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND THE CITY OF GARY, INDIANA

BY ITS COMMON COUNCIL AND MAYOR, FOR THE CONSOLIDATION OF EMERGENCY 911 CONSOLIDATION AND DISPATCH SERVICES. Sponsored by: Karen Freeman-Wilson, Mayor City of Gary CITIZENS APPEARING AT SUCH MEETINGS SHALL HAVE A RIGHT TO BE HEARD THEREON.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 11TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:00 P.M. C.P.O. 14-10 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 15 ENTITLED “LAND USAGE” CHAPTER 163 ENTITLED ʻZONING CODEʼ OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF GARY, INDIANA. Petitioner: Superior Truss and Panel, Inc. 2204 W. 159th Street, Markham, IL Property: 7592 Melton Road, Gary, Indiana

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 12TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:30 P.M. C.P.O. 14-06 ORDINANCE AMENDING SEC. 8-40 (B) AND (C). “IMPOUNDING PROCEDURES.” Sponsored by: Chief Wade Ingram, Gary Police Department, Commander Pete Sormaz, Gary Police Department CITIZENS APPEARING AT SUCH MEETINGS SHALL HAVE A RIGHT TO BE HEARD THEREON. SUZETTE RAGGS Gary City Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 11TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:00 P.M. C.P.O. 14-11 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 15 ENTITLED “LAND USAGE” CHAPTER 163 ENTITLED “ZONING CODE” OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF GARY, INDIANA. Petitioner: Webb House, Incorporated, P.O. Box 2530, Gary, Indiana Property: 4104 Madison Street, Gary, Indiana

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 11TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:30 P.M.

CITIZENS APPEARING AT SUCH MEETINGS SHALL HAVE A RIGHT TO BE HEARD THEREON.

C.P.O. 14-07 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE CONGESTION MITIGATION AIR QUALITY FUND IN THE CITY OF GARY. Sponsored by: Karen Freeman-Wilson, Mayor City of Gary, Celita Green, City Controller

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CITIZENS APPEARING AT SUCH

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY

2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 11TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:30 P.M.

CITIZENS APPEARING AT SUCH MEETINGS SHALL HAVE A RIGHT TO BE HEARD THEREON.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:00 P.M. C.P.R. 14-01 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE FULL EXPANSION OF MEDICAID IN INDIANA THROUGH THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT. Sponsored by the Gary Common Council

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF GARY, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 401 BROADWAY ON THE 18TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AND A COMMITTEE HEARING ON THE 12TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014 AT 5:30 P.M. C.P.O. 13-112 LEGISLATION AMENDING ORDINANCE 5882 SECTION 7 TO APPROVE UNPAID ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE AND TO LIMIT PAID LEAVE FOR CRIMINALLY CHARGED FIREFIGHTERS IN THE CITY OF GARY, INDIANA. Sponsored by: Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson, Celita Green, City Controller, Chief Teresa Everett, Gary Fire Department

CITIZENS APPEARING AT SUCH MEETINGS SHALL HAVE A RIGHT TO BE HEARD THEREON. SUZETTE RAGGS Gary City Clerk

Notice of Tax Sale Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4-5, Jonathan W. Krantz 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 August 27, 2012 where an amount was not received Equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 6746 MADISON ST., MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410 Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-12-09-453-025.000-030 Brief Legal Description: TURKEY CREEK MEADOWS UNIT NO. 1 L. 27 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.451218397 the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 451218397 to Anthony Sanders for the amount of $300.00 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 February 1, 2014. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $300.00 under IC 6-1.124-5(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 attorneyʼs 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 and special assessments on the tract or item of real property paid by the purchaser after the sale of the certificate plus interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the 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 February 2, 2014. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $300.00 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.

Anthony Sanders 738 E. 156th St. South Holland, IL 60473 Purchaser of Certificate

January 1, 2014

Jonathan W. Krantz 6746 Madison St. Merrillville, IN 46410 Owner Notice of Tax Sale Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4-5, Guadalupe & Felipe Marquez 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 August 27, 2012 where an amount was not received Equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 4201 E. 10th Ave. Gary, IN 46403 Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-12-204-001.000-004 Brief Legal Description: AETNA MANOR 2ND SUB., N. 10 FT. LOT 2 BL. 6 ALL LOT 3 BL. 6 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.451207731 the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 451207731 to Granville L. Dickerson for the amount of $300.00 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 February 1, 2014. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $300.00 under IC 6-1.124-5(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 attorneyʼs 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 and special assessments on the tract or item of real property paid by the purchaser after the sale of the certificate plus interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the 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 February 2, 2014. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $300.00 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.

Granville L. Dickerson 4212 E. 10th Ave. Gary, IN 46403 Purchaser of Certificate

January 1, 2014

Guadalupe & Felipe Marquez 4210 E. 10th Ave. Gary, IN 46403-3528 Owners

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4-5, Lake County Trust Co.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 August 27, 2012 where an amount was not received Equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 4140 CONNECTICUT ST. Gary, IN 46409 Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-22-383-013.000-004 Brief Legal Description: LINDEN HEIGHTS ADD. L. 35 BL. 1 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.451211113 the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 451211113 to Anthony Sanders for the amount of $300.00 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 February 1, 2014. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $300.00 under IC 6-1.124-5(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 attorneyʼs 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 and special assessments on the tract or item of real property paid by the purchaser after the sale of the certificate plus interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the 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 February 2, 2014. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $300.00 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.

Anthony Sanders 738 E. 156th St. South Holland, IL 60473 Purchaser of Certificate

January 1, 2014

Lake County Trust Co. P.O.Box 433 Crown Point, IN 46307 Owner Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4-5, RWG Investments Limited 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 August 27, 2012 where an amount was not received Equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 4124 Pennsylvania St. Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-27-303-021.000-004 Brief Legal Description: PLEITNERS 1ST ADD. L. 11 BL. 2 L. 12 BL. 2 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.451211125 the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 451211125 to Anthony Sanders for the amount of $300.00 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 February 1, 2014. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $300.00 under IC 6-1.124-5(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 attorneyʼs 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 and special assessments on the tract or item of real property paid by the purchaser after the sale of the certificate plus interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the 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 February 2, 2014. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $300.00 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.

Anthony Sanders 738 E. 156th St. South Holland, IL 60473 Purchaser of Certificate

January 1, 2014

RWG Investments Limited 31 Wedgewood Dr. Kitchener, ON N2B1E4 Owner

Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4-5, Ernest Muhammad Sr. 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 August 27, 2012 where an amount was not received Equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 3724 DELAWARE ST., Gary, IN Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-27-104-010.000-004 Brief Legal Description: 2ND S. BROADWAY ADD. L. 19, BL. 4, AND L. 20, BL. 4 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.451210604the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 451210604 to MDell Griffith for the amount of $300.00 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 February 1, 2014. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $300.00 under IC 6-1.124-5(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 attorneyʼs 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 and special assessments on the tract or item of real

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property paid by the purchaser after the sale of the certificate plus interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum onthe amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the 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 February 2, 2014. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $300.00 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.

MDell Griffith 1354 Taney St. Gary, IN 46404 Purchaser of Certificate

January 1, 2014

Ernest Muhammad Sr. 64 E. 135th St. Calumet Park, IL 60827 Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4-5, James Griffith Jr. & Sharon Griffith 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 August 27, 2012 where an amount was not received Equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 3693-95 Carolina St., Gary, IN 46409 Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-27-383-013.000-004 Brief Legal Description: SCHUG PARK SO. BROADWAY ADD. ALL L. 25 BL. 5 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.451210395 the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 451210395 to MDell Griffith for the amount of $300.00 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 February 1, 2014. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $300.00 under IC 6-1.124-5(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 attorneyʼs 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 and special assessments on the tract or item of real property paid by the purchaser after the sale of the certificate plus interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the 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 February 2, 2014. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $300.00 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.

MDell Griffith 1354 Taney St. Gary, IN 46404 Purchaser of Certificate

January 1, 2014

James Griffith Jr. & Sharon 1354 Taney St. Gary, IN 46404 Owner Notice of Tax Sale

Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4-5, James Griffith Jr. 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 August 27, 2012 where an amount was not received Equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 3692 GEORGIA St., Gary, IN 46409 Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-22-383-028.000-004 Brief Legal Description: SCHUG PARK SO. BROADWAY ADD. ALL L. 23 BL. 5 ALL L. 24 BL. 5 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.451210399 the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 451210399 to MDell Griffith for the amount of $300.00 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 February 1, 2014. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $300.00 under IC 6-1.124-5(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 attorneyʼs 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 and special assessments on the tract or item of real property paid by the purchaser after the sale of the certificate plus interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the 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 February 2, 2014. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $300.00 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.

MDell Griffith 1354 Taney St. Gary, IN 46404 Purchaser of Certificate

January 1, 2014

Street Address: 3680 Georgia St. Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-22-383-027.000-004 Brief Legal Description: SCHUG PARK SO. BROADWAY ADD. ALL L. 21 & L. 22 BL. 5 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.451210398 the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 451210398 to MDell Griffith for the amount of $300.00 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 February 1, 2014. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $300.00 under IC 6-1.124-5(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 attorneyʼs 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 and special assessments on the tract or item of real property paid by the purchaser after the sale of the certificate plus interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the 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 February 2, 2014. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $300.00 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.

MDell Griffith 1354 Taney St. Gary, IN 46404 Purchaser of Certificate

January 1, 2014

James Griffith Jr. 3686 Carolina St. Gary, IN 46409 Notice of Tax Sale Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4-5, Franklin 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 August 27, 2012 where an amount was not received Equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 305 E. 41st Ave., Gary, IN 46408 Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-27-304-001.000-004 Brief Legal Description: PLEITNERʼS 1ST ADD. L. 1 BL. 1 ALL L. 2 BL. 1 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.451211128 the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 451211128 to Anthony Sanders for the amount of $300.00 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 February 1, 2014. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $300.00 under IC 6-1.124-5(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 attorneyʼs 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 and special assessments on the tract or item of real property paid by the purchaser after the sale of the certificate plus interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the 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 February 2, 2014. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $300.00 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.

Anthony Sanders 738 E. 156th St. South Holland, IL 60473 Purchaser of Certificate

January 1, 2014

Franklin Jenkins 9535 S. Yates Chicago, IL 60617 Owner Notice of Tax Sale Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4-5, James Griffith Jr. 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 August 27, 2012 where an amount was not received Equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 300 E. Ridge Rd., Gary, IN 46409 Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-27-104-011.000-004 Brief Legal Description: 2ND S. BROADWAY ADD. LOT 9 BL. 4 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.451210605 the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 451210605 to MDell Griffith for the amount of $300.00 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 February 1, 2014. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $300.00 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 attorneyʼs 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 and special assessments on the tract or item of real property paid by the purchaser after the sale of the certificate plus interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the 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 February 2, 2014. If the certificate sold for an amount more than the minimum bid of $300.00 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.

James Griffith Jr. 3686 Carolina St. Gary, IN 46409 Owner Notice of Tax Sale Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4-5, James Griffith Jr. 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 August 27, 2012 where an amount was not received Equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute:

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MDell Griffith 1354 Taney St. Gary, IN 46404 Purchaser of Certificate

January 1, 2014

James Griffith Jr. 1354 Taney St. Gary, IN 46404

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Tax Sale Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4-5, Whitney R. Berkman 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 August 27, 2012 where an amount was not received Equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Street Address: 213 E. 41st Ave. Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-27-303-004.000-004 Brief Legal Description: PLEITNERS 1ST ADD. L. 4 BL. 2 W2 L. 5 BL. 2 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No.451211119 the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioners offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No. 451211119 to Anthony Sanders for the amount of $300.00 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 February 1, 2014. The amount of money required for the redemption of the tract or real property included the minimum bid of $300.00 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 attorneyʼs 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 and special assessments on the tract or item of real property paid by the purchaser after the sale of the certificate plus interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum on the amount of taxes and special assessments paid by the purchaser on the 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 February 2, 2014. If the certificate sold for an amount more han the minimum bid of $300.00 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.

Anthony Sanders 738 E. 156th St. South Holland, IL 60473 Purchaser of Certificate

January 1, 2014

Whitney R. Berkman 213 E. 41st Ave. Gary, IN 46409

Lake Circuit Court under cause number 45C01-1109-MIO-0118 requesting a tax deed be issued by the Auditor of Lake County, IN, for the above described tract or real property. Hearing date is April 25, 2014 at 9:30am in the Lake Circuit Court in Crown Point, IN. Any person owing or having an interest in the tract or real property may file a written objection to the with the court no later than thirty (30) days after the date the petition was filed. If a written objection is timely filed, the court shall conduct the hearing on the objection.

H:\FORECLOSURE\Freddie Mac\DavisAquelah-0333\NOS.docx 2/8 SUMMONS-SERVICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR TAX DEED STATE OF INDIANA Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.6 as owner of record and or any persons with a substantial property interest of public record described below you are hereby notified of the following: The Treasurer of Lake County, IN for delinquent taxes offered the following described real property in Lake County, IN for sale and/or special assessment on August 27, 2012, where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute:

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Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate 451203605 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioner offered for public sale and sold tax sale cert. 451203605 to Cynthia Minor for the amount of $300.00.

The time period for redemption has expired. The tract or real property was not redeemed before the expiration of the period for redemption. Cynthia Minor , pro se, has filed a Verified Petition for Order Directing the Auditor of Lake County, IN to issue a Tax Deed in the Lake Circuit Court under cause number 45C01-1109-MIO-0118 requesting a tax deed be issued by the Auditor of Lake County, IN, for the above described tract or real property. Hearing date is April 25, 2014 at 9:30am in the Lake Circuit Court in Crown Point, IN. Any person owing or having an interest in the tract or real property may file a written objection to the with the court no later than thirty (30) days after the date the petition was filed. If a written objection is timely filed, the court shall conduct the hearing on the objection.

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NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR TAX DEED Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.6, as owner of record and or any persons with a substantial property interest of public record described below you are hereby notified of the following: The Treasurer of Lake County, IN for delinquent taxes offered the following described real property in Lake County, IN for sale and/or special assessment on August 27, 2012, where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute:

Plaintiff

KRISTEN R JOHNSON, DENNIS L BROTHERS, ASSET ACCEPTANCE, LLC, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC and AMERICAN ACCEPTANCE COMPANY, LLC,

The time period for redemption has expired. The tract or real property was not redeemed before the expiration of the period for redemption. Cynthia Minor , pro se, has filed a Verified Petition for Order Directing the Auditor of Lake County, IN to issue a Tax Deed in the Lake Circuit Court under cause number 45C01-1109-MIO-0118 requesting a tax deed be issued by the Auditor of Lake County, IN, for the above described tract or real property. Hearing date is April 25, 2014 at 9:30am in the Lake Circuit Court in Crown Point, IN.

The State of Indiana to the Defendant(s) above named, and any other person who may be concerned.

You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the Court above named.

The nature of the suit against you is:

Any person owing or having an interest in the tract or real property may file a written objection to the with the court no later than thirty (30) days after the date the petition was filed. If a written objection is timely filed, the court shall conduct the hearing on the objection.

NOTICE OF SUIT

Complaint on Note and to Foreclose Mortgage on Real Estate against the property commonly known as 3709 Mississippi St Hobart, In 46342-1529 and describes as follows: Lots 9 and 11, Block 1, Stockyards Addition to Tolleston, in the City of Hobart, As per plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book 2, page 48, in the office of the Recorder of Lake county, Indiana, not including herein any part of the vacated alley East and adjoining Lot 9 This summons by publication is specifically directed to the following named defendant(s) Dennis L. Brothers, Asset Acceptance. LLC and American Acceptance Company, LLC This summons by publication is specifically directed to the following named defendant(s) whose whereabouts are unknown:

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Kristen R. Johnson and Midland Funding LLC Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.6 as owner of record and or any persons with a substantial property interest of public record described below you are hereby notified of the following: The Treasurer of Lake County, IN for delinquent taxes offered the following described real property in Lake County, IN for sale and/or special assessment on August 27, 2012, where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Address: 1964 MISSOURI ST Gary, IN Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-11-351-032.000-004 Brief Legal Description: CORRECTED PLAT OF MARSHALLTOWN ALL L,31 BL.4 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate 451207490 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioner offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate 451207490 to Cynthia Minor for the amount of $300.00.

If you have a claim for relief against the plaintiff arising from the same transaction or occurrence you must assert it in your written answer or response.

You must answer the Complaint in writing, by you or your attorney, within thirty (30) days after the third Notice of Suit, and if you fail to do so a judgment by default may be entered against you for the relief demanded, by the Plaintiff.

Elyssa M Meade FEIWELL & HANNOY 251 N ILLINOIS STREET,, SUITE 1700 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA 46204-1944 2/1, 2/8, 2/15

STATE OF INDIANA SS

The time period for redemption has expired. The tract or real property was not redeemed before the expiration of the period for redemption. Cynthia Minor, pro se, has filed a Verified Petition for Order Directing the Auditor of Lake County, IN to issue a Tax Deed in the Lake Circuit Court under cause number 45C01-1109-MIO-0118 requesting a tax deed be issued by the Auditor of Lake County, IN, for the above described tract or real property. Hearing date is April 25, 2014 at 9:30am in the Lake Circuit Court in Crown Point, IN.

COUNTY OF LAKE

IN THE LAKE SUPERIOR COURT PROBATE DIVISION SITTING IN EAST CHICAGO, INDIANA

IN THE MATTER OF THE SUPERVISED ESTATE OF GLADYS ROUSTER, Deceased

Any person owing or having an interest in the tract or real property may file a written objection to the with the court no later than thirty (30) days after the date the petition was filed. If a written objection is timely filed, the court shall conduct the hearing on the objection.

Cause No: 45D02-1401-ES-00006 NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION

Notice is hereby given that on January 23, 2014, SEAN SMITH and ANN WASHINGTON were appointed Co-Personal representatives of the estate of GLADYS ROUSTER, deceased, who died on November 27, 2013.

Cynthia A Minor 2/8 SUMMONS - SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

COUNTY OF LAKE

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LAKE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT

All persons having claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file that claim in the office of the Clerk of this Court within five (5) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within one (1) year after the decedents death, whichever is earlier, or the claim will be forever barred.

Date at East Chicago, Indiana , this 23rd day January 2014

CASE NO. 45D10-1312-MF-00295

Nationstar Mortgage LLC

BL.4 Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate 451207488 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioner offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate 451207488 to Cynthia Minor for the amount of $300.00.

The time period for redemption has expired. The tract or real property was not redeemed before the expiration of the period for redemption. Cynthia Minor , pro se, has filed a Verified Petition for Order Directing the Auditor of Lake County, IN to issue a Tax Deed in the Lake Circuit Court under cause number 45C01-1109-MIO-0118 requesting a tax deed be issued by the Auditor of Lake County, IN, for the above described tract or real property. Hearing date is April 25, 2014 at 9:30am in the Lake Circuit Court in Crown Point, IN. Any person owing or having an interest in the tract or real property may file a written objection to the with the court no later than thirty (30) days after the date the petition was filed. If a written objection is timely filed, the court shall conduct the hearing on the objection.

Cynthia A Minor 2/8 NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR TAX DEED Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.6 as owner of record and or any persons with a substantial property interest of public record described below you are hereby notified of the following: The Treasurer of Lake County, IN for delinquent taxes offered the following described real property in Lake County, IN for sale and/or special assessment on August 27, 2012, where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute: Address: 1928 Missouri Gary, IN Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-11-351-026.000-004 Brief Legal Description: CORRECTED PLAT OF MARSHALLTOWN ALL L.25

) ) ) ) vs. ) ) Aquelah Davis; Federal National Mortgage Association; and Smith-Rothchild Financial Company ) ) ) ) Defendants ) )

Michael Brown Clerk of the Lake Superior Court

Plaintiff

LINDA DRAKE, Atty No 4711-45 Attorney At Law 487 Broadway Suite 204 Gary, Indiana 46402 (219) 882-6004

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NOTICE OF TAX SALE NOTICE OF SUIT

To the defendants named below herein, and any other person who may be concerned.

You are notified that you have been sued in the Court named above.

The nature of the suit is the foreclosure of a mortgage upon the property located in Lake County at 544 Roosevelt Street, Gary, IN, 46404, legally described as: Lot 10, Block 9, Gary Land Companyʼs Fifth Subdivision, in the City of Gary, as shown in Plat Book 15, page 3 1/2, in Lake County, Indiana; situated in Lake County in the State of Indiana. (hereafter “Real Estate”).

This summons by publication is specifically directed to the following defendants who may claim some interest in the Real Estate and whose whereabouts are not known with certainty: Smith-Rothchild Financial Company 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.

Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No 451207486 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioner offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate 451207486 to Cynthia Minor for the amount of $400.00 The time period for redemption has expired. The tract or real property was not redeemed before the expiration of the period for redemption. Cynthia Minor , pro se, has filed a Verified Petition for Order Directing the Auditor of Lake County, IN to issue a Tax Deed in the

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You are hereby notified to I.C. 6-1.1-25-4.5 as owner of the real property described below or a person with a substantial interest of public record in said property as follows: The following described real property located in Lake county, Indiana was sold for delinquent taxes and/or special assessment on April 25th, 2013 to Elani Cook.

Address: 3837 WEST 27TH PLACE Key 45-08-18-452-010-000-003 Legal: TOLLESTON CLUB PROPERTY ALL L.7 BLD.6 Said tract has not been redeemed. Any person may redeem the property. The period of redemption expires 120 days after the date of the sale, on April 25th 2013. The purchaser or the purchasers assignees will be entitled to receive a deed to the real estate if it is not redeemed by said date. The purchaser or their assignee is entitled to reimbursement for the cost described in I.C. 6-1.1-25-2(d).

Pursuant to Indiana law, the property may be redeemed on or before May 11th, 2014 by paying all applicable charges prescribed by law. You may contact the Lake County auditor for the exact amount for redemption or for further information at: 219-755-9154.

You may be entitled to a settlement conference that will allow you to speak with your

You may further notify that a petition for a tax deed will be filed on or after May 12th, 2014. The purchaser or their assignee is entitled to receive a deed for the tract or real property of it is not redeemed before the expiration of redemption period.

mortgage company and discuss alternatives to foreclosure. If you want a settlement conference, you must request it with the court within 30 days after you received this summons.

Notice is hereby given to you pursuant to Indiana law.

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CAUSE NO: 45D05-1203-MF-00114

CITIMORTGAGE, INC

Defendants

STATE OF INDIANA Address: 1940 Missouri Gary, IN Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-11-351-028.000-004 Brief Legal Description: CORRECTED PLAT OF MARSHALLTOWN ALL L.27

COUNTY OF LAKE

Pursuant to IC 6-1.1-24, the Lake County Auditor issued Tax Sale Certificate No 451207506 to the Lake County Commissioners for the above real property. On April 25, 2013, the Lake County Commissioner offered for public sale and sold Tax Sale Certificate No 451207506 to Cynthia Minor for the amount of $400.00

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IN THE LAKE SUPERIOR COURT 4 SS

Vs. Address: 1921 Missouri Gary, IN Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-11-378-019.000-004 Brief Legal Description: CORRECTED PLAT OF MARSHALLTOWN ALL L.34

Cynthia A Minor

Address: 637 MARYLAND ST Gary, IN Key Number or Parcel Number: 45-08-03-331-009.000-004 Brief Legal Description: GARY LAND COʼS 1ST SUBDIV. N. 24.75 FT. L.10 EASMENT S. 5.25 FT.L.10 BL.65

NELSON & FRANKENBERGER IS A DEBT COLLECTOR AND THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Cynthia A Minor

NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR TAX DEED Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 6-1.1-25-4.6 as owner of record and or any persons with a substantial property interest of public record described below you are hereby notified of the following: The Treasurer of Lake County, IN for delinquent taxes offered the following described real property in Lake County, IN for sale and/or special assessment on August 27, 2012, where an amount was not received equal to or in excess of the minimum sale price prescribed per statute:

NELSON & FRANKENBERGER 3105 E. 98th St., Suite 170 Indianapolis, IN 46280 (317)844-0106 Attorney Number 20883-45

ATTEST. ___________________________________ Clerk of the Lake County Superior Court John B. Flatt, Attorney for Plaintiff

Elani Cook 1647 W Waseca Pl Chicago, Il 60643 708-288-1222

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BY LANEL CHAMBERS Final Rosters Named for the 2014 McDonald’s All American Games 48 Players Join the Ranks of Basketball’s Elite with Selection to 2014 Team The McDonald’s All American High School Basketball Games named the official rosters for the “37th Annual Boys Game” and “13th Annual Girls Game” during the recent “2014 McDonald’s All American Games Selection Show” on ESPNU. The nation’s top annual high school basketball all-star event will again be played at Chicago’s United Center on April 2. Full team rosters are available online now at www.mcdaag.com.

The 2014 McDonald’s All American Boys Team features the consensus number one player in the country Jahlil Okafor (Whitney Young - Chicago), playing for the West Team against the East Team’s top big man Cliff Alexander (Curie High School - Chicago). Tyler Ulis (Marian Catholic Chicago Heights, Ill.) rounds out the Chicago trio. Okafor will square off against highly ranked centers Karl Towns, Jr. (St. Joseph High School - Metuchen, N.J.) and Myles Turner (Trinity High School - Euless, Tex.), one of five boys hailing from Texas. Other players with ties to the Lone Star state include Emmanuel Mudiay (Prime Prep Academy - Dallas, Tex.), Justin Jackson (Homeschool Christian - Tomball, Tex.), Justise Winslow (St. John’s High School - Houston, Tex.) and Kelly Oubre (Findlay Prep - Henderson, Nev.), originally from Richmond, Tex. Of the 24 boys selected to the team, Kentucky and Duke have the most commitments, each with four. The boys game begins at 8:30 p.m. CST April 2, and will be televised live on ESPN. The girls team includes top ranked A’Ja Wilson (Heathwood Hall Episcopal School - Columbia, S.C.) along with five players from California and four from Texas. California participants include Jordin Canada (Windward School - Los Angeles, Calif.); Lajahna Drummer (Long Beach Polytechnic High School - Long Beach, Calif.); high school teammates, Mikayla Cowling (St. Mary’s College High School - Albany, Calif.) and Gabby Green (Saint Mary’s College High School - Albany, Calif.) and Mariya Moore (Salesian High School - Richmond, Calif.).

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Ariel Atkins (Duncanville High School - Duncanville, Tex.); Recee’ Caldwell (FEAST Home School - San Antonio, Tex.), and Brooke McCarty (Clear Springs High School - League City, Tex.).

Of the 24 girls game participants, UCLA will have the most McDonald’s All Americans suiting up next fall with three commits. The girls game begins at 6 p.m. CST April 2, and will be televised live on ESPNU. “The McDonald’s All American Games are where the elite players serve notice of what’s to come at the next level,” said Douglas Freeland, director of the McDonald’s All American Games. “With the great success of last year’s players at the collegiate level this year, we can’t wait to see what’s in store for Chicago on April 2.”

This year’s teams were selected from a field of more than 1,000 nominees by the McDonald’s All American Games Selection Committee, led by committee chairman, Morgan Wooten, legendary Hall-of-Fame basketball coach.

Since 1978, more than 1,150 players have competed in the McDonald’s All American Games, forming an elite list of some of the top names in basketball history including, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Carmelo Anthony, LeBron James, LaMarcus Aldridge, Kevin Durant, Kevin Love, Sylvia Fowles, Candace Parker, Maya Moore and Elena Delle Donne.

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The games have raised more than $10 million for RMHC since 1978.

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Pacers Sign Young but 24 games (8.4 points per game, the season and 10-1 in the Chica5.3 rebounds per game) and was go- land Collegiate Athletic ConVeteran Center Who’s traded to Chicago, which released ference with the victory. had Injuries him. He has career averages of The Peregrines shot 49.3 percent The Indiana Pacers have an- 11.5 points per game and 7.7 re- from the field, while knocking nounced that they have signed bounds per game. His best season down 11 shots from beyond the free agent center Andrew Bynum was his last with the Lakers when arc in the contest. Purdue to a contract for the remainder of he averaged 18.7 points and 11.8 Calumet took advantage of Judson’s 27 turnovers thanks to a seathe season. Per team policy, no rebounds.

“We are obviously happy to son-best 17 steals, converting terms were released. have him join our team,” said those mishaps into 37 points. The Pacers President of Basketball Black and Gold also controlled Operations Larry Bird. the glass, posting a 40-28 advan“He gives us added size, he is a tage on the boards with 18 offenskilled big man and he has cham- sive caroms. pionship experience.With the Stephanie Balon came off the minutes he gets, he should be a bench to lead all scorers with 19 valuable addition.” points to go along with a career“It really wasn’t a hard decision. high four assists. Cassidy Deno I think it’s the right fit for me and knocked down four three-pointers in all honesty, I think we’ve got on her way to a 17-point effort, the best chance of winning,” said while Patrice McBee tallied 16 Bynum. points, seven boards and three “It will be great to back up Roy steals. Tierra Turner rounded out and I’ll do whatever I can to help the players in double-figures, finthis team.” ishing with 10 points, seven assists Andrew Bynum and seven thefts.

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FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Douglass, King, Malcolm, Marshall, Obama appear in DVD set

By Elaine Hegwood Bowen Just in time for Black History Month and the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have A Dream” speech is History®’s phenomenal collection: African-American Leaders: Past & Present from Lionsgate Home Entertainment.

This outstanding DVD set includes five films that tell the stories of five influential AfricanAmericans. The in-depth profiles of Frederick Douglass, Martin

Frederick Douglass Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, Thurgood Marshall and Barack Obama delve into their lives, the experiences that shaped them and the impact they had on history.

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President Barack Obama The landmark DVD collection profiles five men who changed the course of a nation. “Civil War Journal: Frederick Douglass” examines the life of the brilliant writer and orator who escaped slavery and launched a lifelong fight for emancipation. “Martin Luther King Assassination” looks at the impact of America’s most powerful civil rights leader who, even in death, helped unite the movement. “Malcolm X: A Search for Identity” reveals a man whose intelligence and independent search for meaning made him one of the most charismatic leaders of his generation. “Thurgood Marshall: Justice For All” tells the triumphant story of the first African-American Supreme Court justice, whose fight to end racial discrimination in the

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South as a lawyer in the ‘40s and ‘50s paved the way for the Civil Rights movement. “Barack Obama” follows the journey of the first Black U.S. president from his life with his single, white mother and estrangement from his African father, to his arrival as the first Black president of the Harvard Law Review through to the White House.

Of course, I knew about these men before viewing this DVD, but many of the profiles shed another light on what I had already known. Douglass’ efforts with the 54th Massachusetts all Black infantry, led by white officers was very heroic. And his subsequent

Thurgood Marshall

Martin Luther King Jr. with Malcolm X influence as a lecturer against slavery, his living abroad and his friends having paid for his eventual freedom were among other interesting facts.

Among unique details about Thurgood Marshall included the fact that many newspaper accounts of his civil rights work alluded to the fact that he was handsome—as if this had anything to do with his ability to effect change in the Southern states that were being hard hit by Jim Crow laws. But he seemed to cosign the fact that he carried himself well. Even during an inter-

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view toward the end of his life, Marshall commented that only a jealous husband would be the reason for him to leave his post on the United States Supreme Court.

In either case, it was a great day in 1967 when President Lyndon Baines Johnson appointed Marshall to the Supreme Court; he had certainly paid his dues and made inroads in the legal arena across the United States.

Malcolm X’s life story is well known, and it was revealed in an interview with comedian and activist Dick Gregory, that even (Continued on page 11)

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