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Did Village Spend Your Money Illegally? Mayor is Silent .................................................... John Gabriel, Award Winning Writer jgabriel@theweeklyreporter.com

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Romeoville Officials Swore To Uphold The Constitution

This article involves a prominent Romeoville church; therefore it is important to state emphatically that the church is not under criticism. This is not

an attack on the church. The church has been the beneficiary of allegedly illegally spent tax dollars most likely without realizing that the donors were

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violating the law. Nevertheless, tax dollars were allegedly misspent by someone with the authority to dispatch men and equipment. The telephone rang early Friday morning, July 17th. The caller was upset. He did not wish to identify himself but he was upset, very upset. He wanted to know why his tax dollars were being spent to promote a church event. He pays taxes but he does not attend that church. “I thought we have separation between church and state,” he blurted. He asked that he not be identified for fear of retaliation from village authorities. “I just drove by the church on Arlington and Kingston and I want to know why village trucks and village employees are working on the church’s property putting up booths that belong to the Village RecContinued on

Village equipment on church property. On Tuesday a dump truck, a front-loader, and a van were used to move the booths to the Recreation Department.

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Kansas City, Mo. – Matt J. Whitworth, Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced July 16th that 23 defendants have been indicted by a federal grand jury, in three separate but related cases, for their roles in drug-trafficking and money-laundering con-

spiracies. The indictment alleges that each of these defendants participated in a conspiracy to distribute ecstasy, 1,000 kilograms or more of marijuana and five kilograms or more of cocaine in Jackson County, Mo., from July 1, 2004, to June 25, 2009. The defendants are accused of selling marijuana worth nearly $3 million dollars, plus cocaine and ecstasy according to the Acting U.S. Attorney

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Matt. J. Whitworth. Felipe Reyes, also known as “Felipe Camacho,” 34, a citizen of Mexico, and Jesse M. Oliver, 28, of Elk Grove, Calif., were each charged in separate but related indictments returned on the same day. Reyes allegedly participated in a conspiracy with Rasheed G Shakur and Leonard Spencer (who are not charged in that indictment) to distribute five kilograms of cocaine between Jan. 1 and June

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John Cappas

Sentenced to 45 Years In Prison Now He’s Out And Telling His Story The Untold Story Only In The Weekly Reporter.

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Romeoville Officials Swore To Uphold The Constitution .................................................... Mark Goodson mgoodson@theweeklyreporter.com

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The Village of Romeoville may have seriously misused public funds. The elected officials can hardly plead ignorance, they swore to uphold the Constitution, they have to know what it says, if not, their oaths are meaningless. Before a decision was made to loan property, the use of public vehicles, or to provide the help of employees on the public payroll, someone should have asked the Village Attorney whether it would be legal to provide such assistance to help a church celebrate a 50th anniversary; especially where money was raised to benefit the church. There were tents, coolers, and chairs that someone speculated were loaned too but there is no confirmation that they belong to the recreation department as alleged. The public was never notified that the village would be using public funds to further the efforts of a church to raise money. The issue was never presented on an agenda before a public meeting and the question was never raised before the village board. It was not voted upon by the trustees. Those failures violated Illinois law, the expenses incurred

by the village may be illegal expenditures made without the approval of the board. Even with a vote and board approval the Constitution prohibits it. Who said what the Village did was wrong? The answer is the Illinois Constitution, Article 1, Section 3 and Article X, Section 3. The United States Supreme Court has emphatically enforced the separation of church and state as has the Illinois Supreme Court in related decisions. Courts interpret the laws enacted by State Government including the Constitution. Article X, Section 3 states in part, “Neither the General Assembly nor any county, city, town, township, school district, or other public corporation, shall ever make any appropriation or pay from any public fund whatever, anything in aid of any church or sectarian purpose‌.â€? You can check the remainder of the section for yourself as space precludes its inclusion here. (copies of the Illinois Constitution are available from the Secretary of State). Unofficial figures claim there are 3,500 world religions, however, another source says there are 19 major religions, 270 large religious groups, and as many as 34,000 separate Christian groups alone! In other words, countless religions exist

John Noak takes oath to defend and protect the constitution of The U.S. and Illinois. throughout the world. Obviously that is the reason separation of church and state are important; it would be impossible to select one religion out of the many to be supported by public tax dollars. While one group was getting public support thousands of members of other religions who believe differently would be compelled to financially support a faith that could be fundamentally different from their own. (5 ILCS 120/4) (from Ch. 102, par. 44) Sec. 4. Any person violating any of the provisions of this Act shall be guilty of a Class C misdemeanor. Continued on

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Fiddyment Creek Preserve was purchased by the Will County Forest Preserve. This purchase was funded by the issuance of bonds and some of these bonds were approved by voters in April of 2005 for the purposes of purchasing land and improving sites already owned by the district. A Citizen’s Advisory Committee approved land identified by the District to be suitable for preservation. Preservation goals included “protecting Will County waterways, its creeks and streams; expanding current District holdings to create greenways, extended tracts of protected space that better serves wildlife and plant survival...” 53% of the voters approved the issuance of bonds and an increase in our taxes for the express purposes listed above--”protecting waterways, ....extending protected space.....wildlife and plant survival..” Voters approved this referendum in good faith that the Forest Preserve District of Will County would use that money for “preservation and protection” and not to align themselves with any political entity, village or for-profit development group. Why was it decided to go down a different path that diverges so greatly from what was the stated and original goals for the referenced referendum? Our taxes have increased so we, the taxpayers, could buy the property for Homer Glen to run a sewer line through and destroy what I, and taxpayers who voted for the referendum, thought was going to be preserved. This is an egregious “misuse” of funds. There are viable alternate sewer line paths. Sewer lines are an expense that should be born by developers, not Homer Glen and not at the expense of losing Forest Preserve property. I don’t believe that the public has been fully informed of the issues here. The voters who approved the referendum are certainly not aware of the violation of the proposition and use of funds that they so trustingly approved and entrusted to their Forest District Board and officials. Suzi Dulle 15447 Gougar Rd. Homer Glen, IL 60491

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Have Your Parents Made Their Financial Plans?

Letters to the Editor

I want to thank you for doing a really good job with the information on John Cappas. We have our own problems here but it is refreshing to know there are people who really care about kids. Cappas should be applauded and your writer should be congratulated for handling this tough issue in a sensible gri[pp]ing manner. Please keep up the good work. Articles like yours will make sense to kids and that’s what counts. I want you to know how much I appreciate your paper and the fine job you do for your community.

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As an adult, you’re fortunate if you still have your parents. However, as they get older, you may well have to assist them in some key areas of their life. Specifically, they may need you to get involved in some of their financial issues. And if you do, you may need to focus on two areas: leaving a legacy and managing finances during retirement. While initiating these conversations may not be easy for you, it is important, and you may find your parents more willing to discuss these issues than you had thought. In any case, if your parents haven’t already done so, encourage them to work with an estate-planning professional to develop the necessary legal documents, which may include wills, trusts and financial durable powers of attorney. These documents and services can be invaluable in helping

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Chicago, Ill. (Vocus/PRWEB )—Insurance companies determine rates based on risk. Based on statistics, newly licensed young drivers are among the highest risks on the road. However, there are some ways young drivers can obtain a cheap car insurance quote. The best way to save the most money is to request free car insurance quotes and compare car insurance quotes. CarInsuranceQuote.net recommends ways to cut rates even further for young drivers. • Young drivers should attend a certified, DMV-approved driving school. Typically, a list of approved schools will be found on individual state DMV websites. This will ensure proper training, which will better prepare young drivers to handle situation behind the wheel. Ultimately, this will lead to a cheap car insurance quote. • Young drivers who are also students should maintain good grades to qualify for good-student discounts. If a student driver maintains at least a GPA of 3.0 or a B average, they can be approved to a reduced car insurance rate by 15% 20%. • Young drivers should complete the graduated licensing systems to get a

individuals find efficient ways to pass assets from one generation to the next. An estate-planning attorney can identify which arrangements are the most appropriate for you and your family. In your discussions on leaving a legacy, you may also want to bring up the topic of the beneficiary designations that may appear on your parents’ life insurance contracts and qualified plans, such as 401(k)s and IRAs. If the family picture has changed in recent years, and your parents had intended to change these designations, they should take action sooner rather than later. While your parents need to deal with the legacy issue, they still may have plenty of years of living ahead of them — and they might need help managing their money during these years. For starters, you may want to have a discussion about their savings, investments, insurance and so on, and where these assets are held. Are they kept in banks or investment companies? Do your parents have safe-deposit boxes? This knowledge could be valuable if you ever become involved in managing or distributing your parents’ resources. Also, you might want to talk to your

cheap car insurance quote. This additional supervised training will reduce risk factors and ultimately lower premiums when the rookie driver has more experience and time behind the wheel. • Before purchasing a vehicle, young drivers should research the cost of insuring each vehicle they are interested in. The newer and more expensive cars are likely to carry a much higher price tag for insurance. Whichever family vehicle is least expensive to ensure, should

parents about the income sources they may be drawing from during their retirement. For example, how much are they taking out each year from their 401(k)s and IRAs? They don’t want to withdraw so much that they deplete their accounts too soon, but at the same time, they would no doubt like to maintain their standard of living in retirement. You may want to suggest to your parents that they evaluate their investment portfolio for both growth and income potential — because they will need both elements during a long retirement. If your parents aren’t already working with a financial advisor, you may want to encourage them to do so. Managing an investment portfolio during retirement is no easier than doing so during one’s working years — and there’s less time to overcome mistakes. A qualified financial advisor can help your parents choose the right mix of investments that can help meet their needs. During the course of your lifetime, your parents have done a lot for you. You can help pay them back by doing whatever you can to assist them in managing their financial strategy.

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There are 78.2 million baby boomers according to the U.S. Census Bureau. If you are one of them, born between 1946 and 1964, you might soon look at your house with a new perspective. “The bones begin to creek a little more as you age -- things that don’t happen when you are younger,� says Morris Carey, one of the Carey Bros., nationally recognized experts on home building and renovation. As a baby boomer himself, he knows the changes this generation faces. Their nationally syndicated radio show, “On The House,� has partnered with Premier Bathrooms, a company that specializes in walk-in bathtubs, disabled bathrooms and assisted bathing products, to help educate people on how to make sure their home is safe and secure so they can maintain their independence as long as possible. “When looking at the safety of a home, the bathroom is top of mind, especially for baby boomers� says Iain Whyte, CEO of Premier Care In Bathing. “It’s a highly-used area where many accidents can occur. Start with this room when considering safety.�

Here are some easy tips from Premier Bathrooms and the Carey Bros. for creating a safe and secure house for aging adults: 1. Safer flooring - Hard floors like linoleum, hardwood and concrete become a hazard for slipping and injury as we age. Many people choose to install carpet because it does not lift and move, reducing the chance of tripping. Plus it is warmer on feet and softer if there is a fall. If you do choose to keep your hard floors, make sure they are free of clutter and clean up any wet areas right away. In bathrooms, use a non-slip flooring option and rugs that have a sticky backing. 2. Walk-in tubs - Walk-in tubs like the ones from Premier Bathrooms are great for seniors that want to take baths but don’t want to climb over a big ledge and risk slipping and falling. The walk-in door is the main reason people choose these types of tubs, but the benefits don’t stop there. With a contoured seat and hydrotherapy system, walk-in tubs are a must for someone who wants to remain independent in their home and stay healthy. Different models are available with unique features like temperature control and automatic seat lifts so you can find one that is right for you. 3. Higher toilet - They are called handicapped toilets, senior toilets and tall toilets, but whatever the name

they are a great idea for aging people. These types of toilets sit higher off the floor so that the user doesn’t have to bend their knees as much to get up and down. Ease of use becomes key as we age. 4. Wider doorways - Whether we like it or not, most baby boomers will eventually use a walker, cane or wheel chair. Door openings are rather small, especially in older houses. Wider doorways make walking around the home easy, no matter what your life situation. Plus it’s great when the grandkids come over in a stroller. 5. Good lighting - Low lighting can be disastrous for aging adults whose vision isn’t as good as it used to be. It’s important to have well-lit rooms and walkways so that it’s easy to get around all areas of the house. Make sure you are using lights that are easy to reach and use so that you can walk around in confidence. “These steps are a great start to help people live comfortably in their home,� says Carey. And Whyte agrees, “Life changes mean changes to our homes too. Living your golden years in a safe and secure house is very important for both health and comfort.� For more information visit www.premier-bathrooms.com, call (800) 5782899 or www.onthehouse.com.

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CREST HILL, IL – State Rep. Emily McAsey, D-Lockport, is highlighting the warning signs of elder abuse in

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................................................................ Congresswoman Debbie Halvorson

Halvorson Promotes Home Safety Congresswoman Debbie Halvorson (IL-11) hopes that the 21,000,000 yearly medical visits related to home safety issues will see a decrease with the recent passage of her House Resolution on home safety. The resolution (HR. Res. 543) passed yesterday with bi-partisan support of 111 cosponsors including Henry Waxman, Energy and Commerce Committee chair and Frank Pallone Subcommittee on Health chair. It also designates June as Home Safety Month. “While I hope to increase visibility on home safety issues through today’s resolution, it is my intent that awareness continues throughout the year,” said Halvorson. According to recent research from the Home Safety Council, there are not only a large number of medical visits that effect American households annually, but nearly 20,000 die from unintentional home injuries each year as well. The top five causes of these types of deaths are falls, poisoning, fire/burns, choking/suffocation, and drowning/submersion. “Awareness of home safety issues is important - life is too precious to not pay attention and the result would most certainly reduce injury and death,” Halvorson said. “Falls are the leading cause of death for older adults in the home - and it is estimated that total direct costs associated with both fatal and non-fatal falls is more than $19 billion annually for hospitalization, emergency department visits, and outpatient care.” Following falls, poisonings are the second leading cause of home injuries triggering nearly 5,000 deaths a year, with fire and burn injuries coming in third with almost 65% of home fires resulting in death. Unintentional choking and suffocation are the fourth leading cause of home injury death, while drowning comes in fifth. “While a good start, this resolution is just a beginning,” added Halvorson. “I applaud our nonprofit organizations for their ongoing commitment to keep families safe in their homes and personally thank the Home Safety Council for their efforts.” For more information on the Home Safety resolution introduced by Congresswoman Halvorson, contact her Washington D.C. office at 202-225-3635. For more information on Congresswoman Halvorson, the 11th Congressional District and to access her newsletter, go to http://halvorson.house.gov. The Home Safety Council is at www.homesafetycouncil.org.

These days it’s not uncommon for children to spend more time in front of the TV and computer than they do playing outside. When the weather is nice, this leaves many parents a bit perplexed. Keeping kids physically active is an important part of a well-rounded and healthy lifestyle. So how do you get your kids excited about going outside? Here are some ideas sure to get you and your kids fired up about outdoor fun. 1. The many benefits of a garden Involving kids in planting and nurturing a garden is a good way to get them outside and teach them responsibility at the same time. Start by researching appropriate planting times and plants that will grow in the hardiness zone where you live. If it’s too late in the season for planting in your area, consider taking the kids to a local farm that allows you to pick your own fruits, berries or vegetables. After you’re done, take the fun one step further by picking a healthy recipe you can all make together. Fruits are great for all-natural frozen popsicles, salads and bakery items like muffins. Veggies can be easily used in pasta recipes or as side items. 2. A simple walk has never been more fun A family walk is not only quality time spent together, but it gets muscles mov-

ing. Enjoy your community and take a walk to your favorite park, playground or beach. If you have little ones, use a wagon like the Radio Flyer Pack ‘N Go Canopy Wagon. It’s a great alternative to strollers with a 360 degree view and tots enjoy the fun ride. Plus this wagon features a canopy to protect riders from the sun’s harmful rays and a storage bag that can keep water and other supplies cool. Make an afternoon of it and pack a picnic lunch. Don’t forget to keep it healthy -- make sandwiches ahead of time, pack fruits, snacks and other favorites along with water and juice boxes so everyone stays hydrated as they play. 3. Plan a nature treasure hunt It’s no secret that kids love games. A game of tag or soccer is always fun, but how about planning a unique activity to get them excited about being outdoors? Consider planning a scavenger hunt that incorporates items from nature. Plan ahead and create a list of things that you could find in your area. Include some easy-to-find items and others that are more difficult to locate. To make it more educational, add photos to items on the list they might not recognize so they can learn as they hunt. For example, add a photo of different kinds of leaves, flowers, rocks or feathers and have the kids seek them out. 4. Organize a group scoot A great alternative to bikes is the scooter, and kids are taking notice. First, make sure your child has a safe scooter to ride on. The Radio Flyer

EZ-Rider is the first and only scooter made specifically for intermediatelevel riders, designed to help children master balance while allowing them to keep a steady pace. The extra-wide wheels, low deck and rear foot brake ensure safety. Always remember a helmet is a smart idea no matter what type of scooter your child rides. Once your young rider is ready, get a group of their friends together and go on a group scooter adventure. Choose a specific name for your group and ride through the neighborhood or park. Don’t be surprised if it becomes a weekly activity. Today’s kids might need a little encouragement, but once you get them involved in some exciting and new outdoor activities, they’ll be asking to play outside more often rather than sitting in front of the computer or television. To learn more about fun outdoor activities, visit www.radioflyer.com.

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Local Graduates Army Reserve Basic Combat Training Stars and Stripes

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Frankfort, Illinois (July 14, 2009)— Nick Russell PFC, of Tinley Park , son of Christopher and Pamela Russell of Mokena, will graduate from Basic Combat Training at Fort Jackson South Carolina on July 24, 2009. After graduation, he will attend Ad-

vanced Individual Training (AIT) from the Army Reserve for 20 weeks at Fort Gordon Georgia to become an Information Technology Specialist. Nick Russell graduated from Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Heights in 2002. He is married to Erin Faluaski a math teacher at Marian. They are the parents of Noah, age two, and four-month old Caleb. Nick joined the Army Reserve to serve others and to serve our nation, as well as to further advance his education. As a teenager Nick donated time working in soup kitchens. Additional information is available from Nella Piccolin, FTRO Vice Chairman, at 815-469-4996 or visit the FTRO Website at: www.frankfortrepublicans.org.

Preserved in Digital Cedar Rapids, Iowa (PRWEB) July 17, 2009 -- Stars and Stripes, the daily independent news source for the U.S. military community, has partnered with Heritage Microfilm to digitize and make its entire microfilm archive available online. This partnership, which also includes microfilm preservation of Stars and Stripes newspapers, gives libraries, historical societies, educational institutions and individuals online access to more than one million pages of historic newspaper content never before available. “We are proud to be able to distribute this historic military publication,” said Jeff Kiley, General Manager of Heritage Microfilm. “Researchers across the globe will now have access to Stars and Stripes, which has been reporting on major headlines from the front lines continuously since World War II. The newspaper’s archive offers readers a global perspective on events that shaped the world’s history, such as the Vietnam War, the moon landing, the fall of the Berlin Wall and much, much more. Stars and Stripes is a wonderful research tool for historians and genealogists, containing a wealth of information about American service members and the events which shape their history.”

The archive is the culmination of nearly two years’ worth of work assembling the best microfilm of the Stars and Stripes collection available, scanning it into digital form, inspecting each image for irregularities and quality issues, correcting any problem images, a n d building a fullysearcha b l e digital archive website. T h e fullys e a rch able online digital archive, now available at http://starsandstripes. newspaperarchive.com, includes Stars and Stripes European editions and Pacific editions from 1948 to 1999. More content will be added on an ongoing basis, including the World War II era, the full Middle East edition and an expanded date range for the European and Pacific editions. Content from Stars and Stripes is also featured on NewspaperARCHIVE, located at http://www.newspaperarchive.com. The Stars and Stripes collection is integrated into almost 100 million additional newspaper pages of valuable content from the U.S. and around the world, dating as far back as 1753.

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A. Courtney Cox, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, announced that, Kenneth Lamont Talton, age 29, of St. Louis, Missouri, was sentenced in federal court to 160 months’ imprisonment and 5 years of supervised release. He was also ordered to pay a mandatory special assessment of $100, and a $500 fine. Talton was convicted on April 1, 2009, following a jury trial in United States District Court in East St. Louis, of one count of conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute cocaine. Eleven of Talton’s co-defendants previously pled guilty and have been sentenced to terms of imprison-

ment ranging from 46 months to life. All federal sentences are served without possibility of parole. The investigation was conducted by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Federal Bureau of Investigation as part of their participation in the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF). The OCDETF program is designed to investigate and prosecute major national and international drug organizations through the cooperative efforts of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and prosecutors. The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Daniel T. Kapsak.

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(ARA) - Even though the economy has slowed down, college applications are up. Many people are enrolling in undergraduate programs, or going back for an advanced degree. But, unfortunately, some people don’t consider pursuing a degree because they lack the finances. The costs can be steep. During the 2008-2009 academic year, the average annual cost of a public four-year degree was $6,585 and for a private four-year degree, $25,143, according to The College Board. The good news is there is money out there to help you pay for tuition or room and board, you just have to find it. Here are some tips: * Apply for every scholarship or grant you can find. It may seem like a full-time job searching for and applying for scholarships, but the dollars do add up. And they’re free. Start your search early -- many scholarships have deadlines. If you’re

a high school student, begin with your high school guidance counselor for a list of local resources, and then move on to the college you plan to attend. Don’t expect large amounts -- the competition will be fierce for these scholarships. But smaller awards of $1,000 or less typically have fewer applicants and are easier to obtain. Educational Web sites are also good sources for scholarship information -but remember, the information should always be free. For example, U.S. Bank has a powerful scholarship search engine, as well as an Internet scholarship program that will begin this autumn. Over the past 13 years, U.S. Bank has awarded more than $320,000 in scholarship funding from the U.S. Bank Internet scholarship program. * Plan to earn some extra cash. Working and going to school at the same time is very common for today’s students. Some are earning money for tuition, while others for living expenses. You can apply for the Federal Work Study program, find a job on campus, or look for something off campus.

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circulans bacteria in the gel. Although these bacteria generally do not cause illness in adults, infants and children with weakened immune systems can experience stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and uncommonly more serious disease, if the teether becomes punctured and they ingest the liquid gel. Consumers who have teethers with the brand names and UPC Codes listed below should immediately stop using them and discard or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. The recall includes the following products: UPC code Brand Name 48526-00451 Nuby 48526-00452 Nuby 48526-00453 Nuby 48526-00454 Nuby 48526-00455 Nuby 48526-00459 Nuby 48526-00467 Nuby 48526-00472 Nuby 48526-00473 Nuby 48526-00482 Nuby 48526-00483 Nuby 48526-00487 Nuby 48526-00490 Nuby 48526-00519 Nuby 48526-00521 Nuby 41520-87115 Cottontails 50428-91511 Playschool 41520-91660 Cottontails The firm voluntarily recalled the products after learning that the FDA found Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus circulans

in the gel in samples from two lots collected by the FDA. No illnesses have been reported to date. The company distributed the products through retail outlets nationwide. The products have also been found to be marketed on the Internet. The products are packaged in a plastic bubble on a printed card and can be identified by the UPC Codes listed above. The company has ceased production and distribution of the products and is notifying its distributors to return the products. Consumers are urged to return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-256-2399 ext. 3106 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. central time. Adverse reactions experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax. • Online: www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm. • Regular Mail: use postagepaid FDA form 3500 available at: www. fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms. htm. Mail to MedWatch 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787. Fax: 1-800-FDA-0178.

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Graduate students can look for a teaching assistant or research positions, which sometimes offer tuition discounts in addition to a salary. * Apply for federal aid S t u d e n t loans are some of the most commonly used financial tools. Use the following steps to apply for financial aid: 1. If you filed an extension for your 2008 taxes, get them finished immediately. 2. Fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA form) and submit it as soon as possible. 3. When you receive the Student Aid Report, double check the information, and make corrections if needed. Return the report. 4. You will receive an award letter containing all the financial aid details regarding what you can receive. Consider your options carefully -- look into your anticipated tuition costs, living expenses, cost of books and supplies, etc. Reply with your acceptance by the deadline. If you have questions, contact

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your school’s financial aid office. * Get a supplemental loan for the rest of your expenses. Supplemental loans are often used in addition to federal student loans when you find you still need more financing to cover the cost of your education. U.S. Bank offers a No Fee Education Loan for full-time, part-time or less than parttime students making satisfactory academic progress in an eligible four-year institution or graduate school. Students receive the full approved loan amount. This may help in handling those additional expenses such as books, laundry and food. A few attributes of the U.S. Bank No Fee Education Loan include no fees, a low interest rate, automatic deferment on payments while in school and for six months after graduation or less than half-time enrollment. Or, choose to make interest payments while in school. Visit www.usbank.com/studentbanking or call (800) 242-1200 to learn more.

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Beats Girlfriend, Hurts Cop, Says Probation Conditions Unfair

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Some guys just don’t get it. A California man was charged with punching his girlfriend in the face and the eye, then choking her. After he fled the scene police officers waited expecting he would return; he did, later in the day. An officer commanded Louis Lambert Martin to halt but he hurried into his apartment and closed the door. A quick thinking policeman thrust his foot between the door and the jamb but Martin slammed it on the officer’s ankle and foot. He escaped thru a backdoor but was quickly found attempting to conceal himself beneath an auto parked in a carport. Subsequently Martin entered

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into a plea agreement with the state. He would plead guilty to 1 felony count of resisting an executive officer and the state would drop the other count against him, corporal injury to a spouse or cohabitant. The judge admonished the defendant that he intended to impose “domestic violence conditions” with a sentence of 3 years of probation. In California those conditions require that he complete a 52-week domestic violence batterer’s program, pay $400 to the domestic violence fund, and pay $400 to a battered women’s shelter. Louis Martin accepted the plea agreement, was granted the probation and then appealed the conditions of his probation. The trial judge affirmed his own ruling, an appeals court reversed, and finally the California Supreme Court heard the case.

The California Supreme Court was unable to reach a conclusive decision and the judges for and against reversal were tied. In such a case, California law indicates, according to the Supreme Court, that the ruling of the lower court shall prevail. In the case before the court that meant the decision of the original trial court. The decision of the trial judge to uphold his sentence was therefore affirmed by the inability of the Supreme Court to reach a decision. The court noted that established case law in California had firmly established that a judge may impose whatever conditions he believes are appropriate. The Court reasoned that although the count was dropped against him for battering his girlfriend, the court could still consider the circumstances of that count in setting the conditions of his probation.

Kansas City Fraud Suspect Arrested in Chicago Robert D. Grant, Special Agent-inCharge of the Chicago office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was joined today by Brian Truchon, Special Agent-in-Charge of the FBI’s Kansas City office, in announcing the arrest of a suspect in a Missouri fraud scheme. Harris Poulikidis, age 61, whose last known address was in Overland Park, Kansas, was arrested by FBI Special Agents yesterday, without incident, at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport. Poulikidis was a passenger on an American Airlines flight that arrived late yesterday afternoon from Frankfurt, Germany. Poulikidis has been the subject of an international manhunt coordinated by the FBI’s Kansas City office, since being charged by a Federal Grand Jury in May of 2004 with multiple counts of Bank Fraud, which is a felony offense. According to the indictment,

Poulikidis operated a home improvement business and several mortgage companies in the Kansas City area. It is alleged that from March of 2000 through March of 2001, Poulikidis executed a scheme to defraud several federally insured financial institutions by submitting loan applications with false statements to finance home improvement projects that were completed by his construction firm. He was held overnight at the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) in Chicago and is scheduled to appear later in U.S. District Court in Chicago. He will eventually be removed to Kansas City where he will face the charges that are pending against him. The public is reminded that an indictment is not evidence of guilt and that all defendants in a criminal case are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Asian American Convention Considered an Investment in Oneself Denver, CO (PRWEB) July 15, 2009 -- Impacted but not disheartened by the economic hardships facing the U.S., the National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) is holding its National Convention on August 13-16, 2009 in the Mile-High City, Denver at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. The theme is “Leadership at New Heights: Cultivating Leaders for Today and Beyond.” Confirmed keynote speakers including Maya Lin, world-renowned architect of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, Yul Kwon, winner of reality show Survivor: Cook Islands and a bone marrow donation advocate, and Judge Jerry Hada, an appointed judge to the Denver County Court. They lead an impressive list of accomplished Asian

American leaders from business, education, arts, and other fields. Convention participants will enjoy 20 workshops, seminars and panels, the largest Asian American job fair in the U.S., exciting entertainment, the launch of Women in NAAAP program, and networking with professionals from across the U.S. and Canada. The convention is open to NAAAP members and the general public. More than 350 people are expected to attend. The Diversity Career Fair will feature 100 employers and service providers including sponsors Dell Computer, American Family Insurance, Aramark, and Raytheon Corporation. Convention participants and local walk-throughs will be able to meet hiring managers, profes-

New Plane Revolutionizes Travel to Remote Regions SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – An innovative new airplane designed specifically to support missionaries, humanitarian organizations and others in remote areas of the world will be on display in Schaumburg July 24 at Schaumburg Regional Airport. ‘’The KODIAK plane is operated by MAF (Mission Aviation Fellowship), a faith-based, nonprofit ministry that serves missions and isolated people around the world with aviation, communications and learning technologies. “Whether you’re an aviation buff, friend and supporter of MAF, church group, businessperson or individual, this is an opportunity to not only glimpse the first MAF KODIAK, but also to obtain information about what God is doing through MAF around the world and how to partner in this lifechanging endeavor,” said John Boyd, MAF president. The MAF KODIAK is part of a multiyear initiative to upgrade the MAF fleet. Although generous gifts from churches, individuals and foundations have enabled MAF to purchase the aircraft, sponsors are still needed to fund the flight to its service destination in Indonesia. The stop in Schaumburg is part of a national tour designed to introduce the aircraft and its revolutionary capabilities to potential sponsors. The KODIAK is the first of the next-generation bush planes to be produced under a visionary arrangement between MAF and the manufacturer, Quest Aircraft Co. Designed by Quest with input from MAF and

sional candidates, purchasing agents, small business vendors, and supplier diversity executives. There is no substitute for face-to-face contact. “This year’s annual convention and career faire represent a timely investment in ourselves and our careers. Continuing education and networking are keys to success for all professionals looking to leadership positions,” says Brad Baldia, NAAAP’s National President. Mr. Baldia has been carefully overseeing the convention as well as the organization’s numerous other programs, resources, and member services. Last year’s convention drew more than 350 people from nearly all NAAAP chapters and ventures. Large response from areas outside of Denver will en-

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KODIAK carries a larger payload and runs on jet fuel, which, compared with scarce aviation gasoline, or “avgas,” is more readily available and much less expensive. This ensures the reliability and cost efficiency of missionary flights to various regions globally. “Folks don’t want to miss this opportunity to get an up-close view of how God uses specially-equipped MAF bush planes to carry the sick and injured to medical clinics and deliver medicines, Bibles, building materials, food and other necessities of life to the most remote parts of the world,” said Boyd. The KODIAK will be on display from 4:30-6 p.m. Schaumburg Regional Airport is located at 905 W. Irving Park Road. Founded in the United States in 1945, MAF (www.maf.org) missionary teams of aviation, communications, technology and education specialists overcome barriers in remote areas, transform lives and build God’s Kingdom by enabling the work of more than 1,000 organizations in isolated areas of the world. With its fleet of 130 bush aircraft, MAF serves in 55 countries, with an average of 242 flights daily across Africa, Asia, Eurasia and Latin America. MAF pilots transport missionaries, medical personnel, medicines and relief supplies, as well as conduct thousands of emergency medical evacuations in remote areas. MAF also provides telecommunications services, such as satellite Internet access, high frequency radios, electronic mail and other wireless systems.

liven the 2009 convention. The advance registration deadline for $50 savings is August 1, 2009. Registration details and more information are available at http://www. naaapconvention.org. The National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership-based organization and is the largest and fastest growing Asian professional association with representation in over 25 cities across the United States and Canada. Its vision is “We Make Leaders!” For more information about the NAAAP, go to www.naaap.org.

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(ARA) - Everyone has favorite childhood memories that stay with us forever, and some of the best memories are made during family meals. From barbecuing in the backyard to preparing holiday feasts, to picking vegetables from your garden, mealtimes are ripe with opportunities to create meaningful memories. “Whether you cook up traditions in the kitchen or grow them in the backyard, it’s important to create precious memories for your children and family,” says Josie Bissett, actress, mom, and author of the book “Making Memories.” “My family has made many great memories by just doing simple things together at home, things that other families can enjoy in their own lives.” This is why Bissett wrote “Making Memories,” a book that features reallife stories for creating memories that last a lifetime. She is now encouraging families to continue to share their favorite stories at HeinzWholesomeMemo-

ries.com which helps families across the country get inspiring ideas for creating new memories. “One of the most important things in life is creating rich memories and experiences with our loved ones,” says Bissett. “I try to create moments that my kids will remember and pass down to their children one day.” The Web site celebrates these moments, many of which Heinz Ketchup has been a part of as a family mealtime staple for more than 130 years, by displaying memorable photos and stories submitted by families nationwide as a way to inspire others to create memories in their own homes. To get started on making lasting memories, Bissett offers families the following tips: • Work together in the kitchen. Invite your children to help you make a full meal from scratch using a theme and special recipes. Choose recipes that are fun for kids to make, such as tacos. Not only will they remember the meal, they can pass the recipe down to their children one day.

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• Start a mealtime tradition Whether it’s Sunday pancakes or barbeque night complete with hot dogs and Heinz Ketchup, creating a tradition around the food your family loves can make memories that can be shared for generations. • Plant a garden

family can make together, try these chicken tacos and see how much your kids enjoy spending time with you doing something so simple:

Chicken Tacos Ingredients:

Get out in your backyard or on your back patio and plant a small garden that your children can help you tend. Community and windowsill gardens are great alternatives for city dwellers. As the summer progresses, teach children about how the plants grow, what kind of nutrients they need and help them select and pick their fresh vegetables for a healthy family meal.

- 1/2 cup Heinz Tomato Ketchup - 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, minced - 1 tablespoon Heinz Vinegar - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder - 1/4 teaspoon cumin - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil - 1 pound skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/8-inch strips - 8 taco shells, heated - Shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, sliced olives, sour cream (optional)

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Give each of your children a few items from the shopping list to find in the store. Have the family go up and down each aisle to see if the kids can track down everything on their list by the end of the trip. As an alternative, let your kids pick a healthy recipe they’d like to help make for dinner that week and then let them look for their ingredients -- the first one back gets their meal that night. If you’re looking for a fun meal your

Combine ketchup, jalapeno pepper, vinegar, garlic powder and cumin; set aside. In a large skillet, heat oil and cook chicken until it is no longer pink, about five minutes. Stir in ketchup mixture. Simmer uncovered, on low heat for 10 minutes; stir occasionally. Spoon chicken filling into taco shells. Serve with cheese, lettuce, tomato, olives, and sour cream as desired.

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Philip M. Guimond, author of “What Does God Think When He Looks at Me”, a children’s book, will be at Borders Book & Music located in the Westfield, Joliet, Mall, 3340 Mall Loop Drive on July 25th. He will be available to autograph copies of his book between 1pm and 3pm.

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The Surface Of Canine Allergies

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Most people consider their dog to be more than just a pet. Dogs are true members of the family. So when your dog is itching uncontrollably, it is frustrating not to know what’s wrong. Once owners rule out the possibility of fleas, they are often left with questions unanswered. One problem frequently overlooked is a skin disease caused by environmental allergies. Like humans, dogs can be hypersensitive to common airborne allergens such as pollen, mold and dust mites. But instead of showing symptoms such as sneezing, watery eyes and a runny nose, dogs present symptoms on the skin that they try to relieve through constant scratching, licking and gnawing. These symptoms are typically signs of an allergic skin disease known as canine atopic dermatitis. More than an itch According to Kadence Research, canine atopic dermatitis affects about 16 percent of the canine population. As with human allergies, symptoms are often seasonal but can develop into a yearround problem if not properly treated. Dogs with atopic dermatitis usually start showing signs of the disease between the ages of 6 months and 3 years old, but some will show signs later due to changes in their environment. Atopic dermatitis is characterized by intense scratching or chewing of the skin, hair loss and a foul odor resulting from the nonstop chewing and licking. The continual scratching can be bothersome to owners when their dogs are restlessly itching. It can also make the dog lethargic because they are unable to sleep due to constant irritation. “Sam has had allergies for five or six years,” said Marj Voorhees, owner of Sam the Siberian husky. “He was doing lots of scratching, licking and itching. He lost a lot of hair around his face, eyes and ears.” Voorhees tried using traditional medications and shampoos, as well as immunotherapy and zinc supplements in attempts to end Sam’s suffering. Sam’s therapy made him hungrier than normal and he gained 20 pounds. He also continued to itch. There are numerous methods used to try to control the symptoms of canine atopic dermatitis. Veterinarians regularly try everything from antihistamines

to steroid injections to keep their clients’ dogs from itching. “Symptoms range from mild to severe,” said Steve Milden, VMD. “But the quality of life for a dog with atopic dermatitis can be diminished if the symptoms go untreated.” Without a proper diagnosis and treatment plan, dogs with atopic dermatitis will continue to live in pain and discomfort; they won’t simply “grow out of it.” Anyone with active allergies can attest to how miserable life can be with an itchy throat, clogged sinuses and red eyes, so one can only imagine how unhappy dogs are when they have unstoppable itching. Luckily for dogs and their owners, there is a solution for the symptoms of atopic dermatitis. Not your average backscratcher The solution for dogs with atopic dermatitis comes in the form of a prescription product called Atopica (Cyclosporine capsules, USP) MODIFIED that specifically targets the immune cells involved in the allergic reaction. Similar to humans taking allergy medicine yearround to prevent flare-ups and misery, the same concept can be applied to treating dog allergies. “I’ve been prescribing Atopica to dogs for about five years,” said Milden. “My clients couldn’t be more pleased. Their dogs seem to be happier now that they don’t itch all the time and their owners are thankful to have finally found relief for their best friend.” Like Milden’s clients, Voorhees was able to find relief for her dog. Once Voorhees’ veterinarian prescribed Atopica, Sam was completely different. “It made a tremendous difference almost immediately,” said Voorhees. “All of his hair grew back. It took care of the itching, too. He’s noticeably more comfortable.” Owners should speak to their veterinarians if they think their dog may be suffering from allergies. The veterinarian will be able to answer questions and recommend a proper treatment. For more information on canine atopic dermatitis and ways to treat the disease, visit www.atopica.novartis.us or the Novartis Animal Health home page at www.petwellness.com.

Andy walked carefully to the huge entrance to the dark abandoned coal mine. Except for the light that fell a few feet inside its entrance the interior was dark, blacker than anything Andy had ever seen before. He peered inside. He saw what appeared to be the decaying remains of two very old coal cars, but just a bit deeper, just where the light seemed to disappear, he could see what appeared to be another coal car that seemed to be in good condition. Andy withdrew his flashlight from its pouch on his utility belt and beamed it at that car. Not only did the car seem to be in very good condition compared to the others but there beside it was a helmet. It seemed to be partly buried in the ground beside the coal car but sure enough it looked like a helmet and in pretty good condition too. “Hey Kimmy, come here a minute,” Andy was poised before the old mine entrance, “ I want you to shine your flashlight inside so I can duck in and get a helmet I see. It’s pretty neat.” “Andy you better not. You know what Grandfather said.” “Oh come on, I ain’t going in there to horse around I’ll just dash in, grab the helmet and come right back, honest. Come on Kimmy, please I really want it bad.” Kimmy stood silent for a moment, looked back toward where mother and grandmother were fixing lunch and then back at Andy. “All right, but you better keep your promise cause we’ll be in big trouble if you go in there and play around.” She joined Andy at the entrance and obediently shined the light inside. She could see the car he saw; she could also see the helmet on or partly in the

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ground. Andy walked directly to the entrance, and stooped low to make his way under the two remaining boards that were supposed to keep everyone from entering. Andy paused by the first coal car, and called to Kimmy, “Boy this sure is something Kimmy, maybe we can come back sometime and take some pictures of this, wow! He moved quickly to the spot where the helmet was. He stooped, took hold of its brim and lifted it out of the dirt and coal dust. The helmet seemed to be in excellent condition. Andy brushed the inside clean or at least so it was free of any clinging clumps of coal dust and dirt and placed it on his head. “Hey Kimmy look at me. Pretty cool huh” “Come on Andy get out of there, I’m scared.” “Okay, okay, boy you’re scared of everything, when you going to grow up?” Andy started to walk back in deference to her pleas when suddenly something fell to the ground behind him making a loud noise. Andy froze in his steps and looked behind him. He turned and played his flashlight around the mine shaft but saw nothing unusual. “Andy, please come out or I’m leaving.” Kimmy had turned and was facing toward the clearing near the bottom of the hill where lunch was being prepared. Inside the mine Andy felt fear come over him as he heard another sound, it seemed that something was moving toward him. He tried to move but his fear kept his legs from moving. Then from the darkness the shape of

Andy does not know what is inside the old mine shaft.

something alive became visible only a few feet from him. Andy opened his mouth to speak but he couldn’t utter a word. He was too frightened. “And what might ye be doing in me house lad?” The voice came from a shadowy figure in the dark just beyond the last coal car. Then Andy forced himself to shout, “Run Kimmy, run get out of here!” Kimmy beamed the flashlight inside and when she saw the dark hulk closing in on Andy she dropped her light and raced off in the direction of the clearing.

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really good times were the times before the drugs. The good times were a whole different world. .................................................... When I was dealing I was always on guard, always suspecting somebody, al Maybe you’re wondering why I’m ways wondering if maybe one of my opening up, telling it like it is, open- associates would front me off; always ing up my personal life to criticism looking for a cop. Now I know those and shame. Let me tell you something. weren’t happy times. Yeah, the money Want to know something? I was only a was flowing like water but there was a little older than you when I heard those price. steel doors close behind me in a federal Hey get one thing straight right now. prison. I was still a kid myself when I I didn’t use drugs. No, in fact I always walked into that lousy federal joint with thought the people who were buying 45 years of prison ahead of me. Why my coke were stupid and ignorant. I didn’t someone tell me? Why wasn’t despised them but I loved their money. there a John Cappas there for me? Lots of them were girls. Yeah girls, and I was cocky. I had all the answers. I liked girls, that’s why I didn’t want What the f---, how many guys could to go to Marist. I could of had any say they made all the money I did. How of them anytime. But when I used to many chumps could brag they had 3 go into bars and I would meet a girl I Corvettes, who wore a Rolex that cost would ask her, “Do you get high?” If almost $12,000? Not very many. Now she said yes I was out of there. I didn’t the cars, everything, it’s gone, the feds want any part of a girl on drugs. While took everything and I got time. they were ruining themselves with coke, When I walked into the joint to do 45 I was spending their money on my girl years I wasn’t afraid, I wasn’t intimi- someone I could respect. dated, and I just Then the plain didn’t give hollering started a, well you know all around me; just what I mean. I noise and cursing. I walked in holding couldn’t think anymy head up; cocky, more. The lousy rats sure of myself. The yelling and screamidea they planned ing at each other all to keep me in that over the cellhouse; rotten dump for 45 they wouldn’t even years still wasn’t let me have five minreal to me. It was utes of peace inside something they my own head. No said, but they were they had to holler only words, they and be animals. I didn’t sink in. wanted to yell shut Really nothing up you mother-fsank in at first, ers! But it wouldn’t but then day by make a difference, day they started they couldn’t hear to stare me in the me, they didn’t give face. That lousy 45 a damn what I said years kept meeting anyway. me head-on re The hollerminding me every ing stops when some time I opened my guy yells, “Meet eyes, every time I me on the gallery did anything; there mother-f-er!” That it was, always rewas a deadly chalJohn Cappas, he knows the truth. minding me that lenge; that could the next 45 years mean someone was my life was over. I going to get killed. was damned to hell for 45 years—45 I didn’t care. Day by day living with rotten years! these freaks, putting up with the stab So I’m laying down and I start think- bing, the raping, and all the stinking ing. I wanted to think, not about now, things people do when they are locked not about tomorrow, I wanted to think up like animals was doing something to about the past. I wanted to remember me. Then for some dumb reason, I rethe good times—but then I realized the membered the book. ....................................................

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When you enter high school you are a freshman, a freshie; in a military academy you are a plebe. Prisoners have a term for newcomers too—they are fish. No one seems to know when you stop being a fish, maybe after two, or three or who knows how many more busloads of prisoners have arrived. Somewhere in that gaggle of humanity the fish matures into a con; if he is strong, if he can earn the respect of other prisoners. The cons never refer to themselves as inmates—that term is despised—used strictly by the prison staff. A vicious killer, a triple murder and sexual predator, Carl Cletus Bowles, (see The Hot House by Pete Earley) told the story of going to a movie one night in Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary. It was a maximum security prison. Bowles was transferred there from the Federal Prison at Marion the most secure federal prison at the time. He was transferred not because he had earned it but because the Department of Prisons rules required that he be moved out of Marion after a calculated period of time. Carl Bowles did watch TV but he was not a regular at the movies. This night was different, this night he did attend. The auditorium was dark and it was packed, packed with prisoners watching a movie. There were many new arrivals, men who had been transferred from D.C. They were D.C. prisoners, disliked, dangerous, and unpredictable. The place was quiet. Correctional officers were placed at strategic points but in the event of trouble they would be helpless, they were unarmed amid hundreds of vicious convicts some of whom would be carrying shanks, homemade knives, all of them dangerous; they would be keyed up for violence. Carl Bowles was one of the most vicious men in the prison. His criminal record proved how animalistic he was. Bowles had his first run-in with the law when he was 12; he had spent 23 years of his life in prison. After committing three murders during an escape spree, he knew he would remain in prison until he died. One of those he murdered was Lane County Oregon Sheriff ’s Deputy Carlton Smith, husband and father of five. Bowles himself had been shot in the stomach while fording a stream and bore huge scars on his body from it. With a smile, almost a smile of pride, Bowles said, (Bowles expletives have been partially edited out) “All of a sudden all hell breaks loose and every mother-f-er in the place is running to get out of there. I ain’t seen anything like it, waves of cons running across

Deputy Carlton Smith. He was gunned down without mercy by Carl Bowles.

the tops of the seats to get out of there. Seats are being crushed down on guys who can’t get out fast enough. I’m moving fast too I’m on my way out.”

Where are the officers, what are they doing? “Are you f---ing nuts? They’re outta there. They hit the wind right from the start. They might be all kinds of things but they ain’t dumb enough to stay and try to stop it, they’re gone! “So I get out the door and into the main hall, the one that leads to the rotunda, and right on the floor outside the auditorium is this guy laying there dead. There’s blood everywhere. That chump lost every f---ing ounce of blood in him. Everybody had to walk in his blood because it was all over the floor from one side to the other. There was no way around it. According to Bowles everyone had to walk through the blood that spread from one side of the hall to the other to get back to their cells. Some of the men looked at the body lying on the floor; others talked among themselves and walked on. No one showed any remorse for the man, no one seemed bothered by his death. They were cold, their hearts hardened by time. Bowles claimed prisoners lost their ability to feel any emotion except hate after a time.

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employees working on the project, and other Public Works vehicles on the scene but that could not be substantiated. Wooden horses belonging to the Recreation Department were used to control the flow of traffic and snow fencing and posts were erected on the church property to cordon off a recreation area. The time and equipment appear to have involved a substantial amount of village money. Mayor John Noak was contacted twice but he has not responded. Messages were sent to his official email and to his blackberry. He has never responded to inquiries this paper has submitted to him. There is no evidence in the past agenda’s of village board meetings that the matter of making such a contribution to the church was ever addressed. There is no evidence in the board minutes that

the issue of providing village employees, village trucks, tools, and materials for this occasion was ever voted upon by the village board. Our investigation found no evidence that the Village Board ever voted on or approved such expenditures for the church. Unauthorized expenditures of public funds are illegal, even if the contribution happens to be made to a church attended by the mayor and some village board members. It maybe that someone or some persons have illegally spent village money. The next logical step would be for the mayor to call for a formal investigation. Perhaps those responsible will reimburse the village for the money that was spent without apparent authorization to do so.

pers,” 24, Michael A. Cook, also known as “Little Mike,” 32, and Barbara Crawford, 22, all of Kansas City, Mo., Carlos L. Hamilton, 30, and Alexandra S. McKinney, 27, both of Kansas City, Kan., Deangeloo L. Little, also known as “Deangelo Little,” 27, of St. Joseph, Mo., Kevin E. Spencer, 21, and Tara M. Yancik, 29, both of Blue Springs, Mo., Stacie L. Edmonds, 37, of Olathe, Kan., Edward Spencer, 26, of North Carolina, and RS Design, LLC, a company owned by Shakur, were charged in a 10-count indictment returned by a federal grand jury in Kansas City on Wednesday, July 15, 2009. According to the federal indictment, Shakur procured quantities of marijuana, cocaine, and ecstasy, and arranged for their shipment to Kansas City through the mail. Hamilton, an employee of the U.S. Postal Service, allegedly advised Shakur about postal security procedures and provided advice to Shakur on how to ship drugs through the mails and avoid detection.

Delgado-Ordonez allegedly supplied loads of marijuana to Shakur, in quantities of 100 pounds or more. Tate, Little, Yancik, Stockman, McKinney, Edmonds, Johnson, Hanson, Crout, Cook and Crawford allegedly provided addresses to Shakur and/or accepted packages of drugs in the mail, which Shakur or his suppliers had shipped to Kansas City. The indictment accuses that Edward Spencer allegedly purchased and attempted to purchase wholesale quantities of drugs, including cocaine, from Shakur. Tate, Stockman, Kevin Spencer, Timmons, Mayo, Leonard Spencer, Hanson and Cook allegedly purchased wholesale quantities of marijuana from Shakur for resale. Tate and Timmons also purchased quantities of ecstasy for resale. The indictment also alleges that Shakur, Crawford and Yancik participated in a money-laundering conspiracy. Crawford and Yancik allegedly provided listings of real property to Shakur, so

that Shakur could invest the proceeds of his drug trafficking. Crawford allegedly attempted to process Shakur’s purchases of real property using her position as a realtor. According to the indictment, Shakur used his business, RS Designs, to cover expenses and to conceal assets generated by the distribution of illegal drugs. In addition to the drug-trafficking and money-laundering conspiracies, the indictment charges Shakur with one count of possession with intent to distribute cocaine and one count of possession with intent to distribute marijuana. Tate is also charged with possession with intent to distribute cocaine, and Tate and Crout are charged together in one count of possession with intent to distribute marijuana. If convicted the defendants will face the forfeiture of millions of dollars in assets that were seized by the government.

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According to one caller, the Romeoville mayor, four trustees, and the village manager are members of the church that received the benefit of the public assistance for its celebration. That information has not been corroborated. If that is true it might be understandable why the village provided booths, trucks,

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troduced himself and asked the men to identify themselves. The older one flatly refused to provide his name, the other, a younger man, after a moment’s hesitation said, “Dave Smith.” It is likely a fictitious name since he was angry and insulting afterward. He continued to insert a window into the second of two booths; there would be a third erected later. When the gala opened, Mexican food was sold from one, Filipino from a second and Polish fare from the third. A check of the temporary health permits issued by the County Department of Health, were issued in the name of the church, not the Village of Romeoville. No fee was charged for the permits. It was clearly a church function and not a village event. Allegedly there were other village

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juana and ecstasy between Jan. 1, 2006, and June 25, 2009. According to the federal indictment, Shakur procured quantities of marijuana, cocaine, and ecstasy, and arranged for their shipment to Kansas City through the mail. Carlos L. Hamilton, an employee of the U.S. Postal Service, allegedly advised Shakur about postal security procedures and provided advice to Shakur on how to ship drugs through the mails and avoid detection. Those named in the indictments are: Rasheed G. Shakur, also known as “Charles G. Cook,” 40, of Kansas City, Mo., his brother Grant T. Cook, 41, of Los Angeles, Calif., Audel DelgadoOrdonez, also known as “Mario Alacantar,” 27, a citizen of Mexico residing in Goodyear, Ariz., Tina M. Tate, also known as “Tina Crout,” 51, Latoyce Stockman, 31, Henry W. Johnson, also known as “Bone” and “Bona Fide,” 37, Damon Hanson, 29, Terry Crout, 36, Tamiko Timmons, 36, Mark Mayo, 35, Leonard Spencer, also known as “Whis-

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Did Village Spend Your Money Illegally?...

reational Department for the church’s anniversary.” He was assured that his allegations would be checked out and if they were factual they would be reported. No government entity may clandestinely contribute tax money or public services to religious functions because that would likely violate the separation clause of the First Amendment. At about 8:45 am on July 17th two Romeoville Public works trucks were parked on the church property located at 505 Kingston. The trucks were open, giving two Romeoville Public Works employees access to the tools and materials inside. The men were busy erecting booths for the 50th Anniversary celebration of the church that was scheduled to open on Saturday at noon. This reporter in-

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manpower, and fencing for this event, but while they were spending money on their church it was at the expense of taxpayers who do not attend that church. That is prohibited by law. The mayor did not respond to the emails sent to him by another reporter but he probably forwarded it to the

church. The church office sent the following: From: Office <office@standrewromeoville.com> Subject: RE: 50th Ann.Event To: “John Gabriel” <mejohng@yahoo.com> Date: Friday, July 17, 2009, 11:40

AM The Village is simply letting us use their booths – they do not actively participate in the picnic itself. (emphasis added). The email from the office of St. Andrew confirms the use of the village property.

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of elder abuse in Illinois each year—a staggering number especially considering that only small fraction of those cases are actually reported to authorities,â€? McAsey said. â€œOne of my goals is to educate senior citizens and their loved ones on how they can protect themselves from scam artists and those who try to take advantage or abuse them. We also need to couple increased awareness with greater tools for law enforcement and the strictest punishment possible.â€? Illinois law defines abuse as neglect, physical, mental, emotional or sexual injury or financial exploitation to an adult 60 or older. A victim of elder abuse may demonstrate indicators such as sudden changes in behavior or withdrawal in social settings, poor personal hygiene or changes in banking practices. Other indicators may be more obvious, like untreated injuries, a caregiver’s refusal to allow visitors, or hazardous or unsafe living conditions. Currently, the state’s “Break the Silenceâ€? campaign is continuing efforts to raise awareness of

elder abuse throughout Illinois. The campaign includes outreach such as billboards, public service announcements and senior community fairs. More information on the “Break the Silenceâ€? campaign can be found at www.state.il.us/aging. McAsey also reminds local residents that Illinois has an Elder Abuse Hotline that victims, or anyone who suspects elder abuse, may call at any time at (866) 800-1409. All information is strictly confidential and reports of elder abuse are immediately forwarded to local senior protective service agencies or law enforcement.  â€œI will continue supporting efforts to raise awareness of elder abuse and other crimes that target senior citizens and I will keep fighting for laws that better protect our older citizens and &U\SWR*UDP punish the criminals who prey on them,â€? McAsey -XO\ added. McAsey represents the 85th District, which includes Bolingbrook, Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville, parts of Joliet and Naperville.Â

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Becas Federales Pell

El Ejecutivo del Condado de El Lawrence Walsh El Estado de Illinois contiene 102 condados, Will County es uno de ellos. Es una gran área de 845 kilómetros cuadrados de tamaño que contiene muchos pueblos y ciudades. Tiene una gran población se ha estimado en 681.000 personas. Las principales oficinas de gobierno del condado se encuentran en Joliet, Illinois. Esa ciudad es conocida como la sede del condado. Las oficinas de gobierno del condado se encuentran en 302 North Chicago Street, en Joliet. Sr. Lawrence Walsh en el hombre a cargo del gobierno del condado. Su nombre oficial es El Ejecutivo del Condado. El Sr. Walsh fue un Senador del Estado para esta zona antes de que él fue elegido para ser el ejecutivo del condado. Su oficina se encuentra en el segundo piso del edificio en 302 North Chicago Street. El ejecutivo del condado no puede tomar decisiones importantes por sí solo. Veinte funcionarios electos en la votación todos los asuntos del condado. El Sr. Walsh tiene la autoridad sobre esas decisiones. La persona que está a cargo de las veinte personas que se conoce como el presidente de la junta directiva. Su nombre es el Sr. James Moustis. El funcionario que controla el dinero que pertenece a la provincia es conocido como el Tesorero del Condado, su nombre es el Sr. Pat McGuire. Sr.

McGuire tiene el deber de recoger los impuestos sobre los hogares, las empresas y todas las otras fuentes. Él es la persona que recolecta los impuestos sobre la propiedad. Los impuestos son la principal fuente de financiación para las escuelas. Hay otra importante oficina ubicada en este mismo edificio es la oficina de la Will County Clerk. Sra. Nancy Schultz Voots es el Secretario del Condado. Esta oficina es donde usted puede obtener una licencia de matrimonio y muchos otros documentos importantes. Las personas que trabajan en la oficina del Secretario del Condado son corteses y serviciales. El personal le sorprenderán con su servicio cortés.

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A diferencia de los préstamos, las Becas Federales «Pell» no tienen que devolverse al otorgante. En general, se le otorgan al estudiante que aún no haya obtenido ni título universitario de cuatro años (bachelor’s degree) ni título de posgrado. (No obstante, en algunos casos, el alumno puede recibir la Beca, si se matricula en un programa de certificación docente después de conseguir el título universitario de cuatro años.) La Beca Pell se considera la base de la ayuda federal, sobre la cual se le pueden agregar otros tipos de asistencia, ya sea federal o no. Sr. Lawrence Walsh

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Ayuda Economica Para Estudiantes El Departamento de Educación de los Estados Unidos ofrece ayuda económica para estudiantes bajo criterios específicos. Por ejemplo, el Departamento de Educación de los Estados Unidos ofrece ayuda económica federal a ciudadanos norteamericanos o ciudadanos residentes que cursan estudios universitarios por un diploma o título. También bajo un programa piloto ofrece becas para estudiantes de niveles K a 12 si residen en el Distrito de Columbia. A continuación le ofrecemos información sobre lo que el Departamento ofrece tanto para estudiantes universitarios como para aquellos de niveles primario y secundario. También le ofrecemos una lista de sitios en la Red que tal vez puedan ofrecerle la información que necesita. En ningún momento el Departamento patrocina estos sitios web, sino sólo se los ofrece con la esperanza de que le sea de utilidad la información. Ayuda federal para estudiantes La ayuda federal para estudiantes consiste en asistencia económica para alumnos matriculados en una institución postsecundaria que participa en programas federales de ayuda financiera. Hay tres categorías de ayuda federal para estudiantes: • Becas (Pell Grant, Fomento de la Competitividad Académica y Nacional

SMART) son ayuda que no se tiene que reembolsar. • Préstamos: Los préstamos son dinero prestado que se debe reembolsar con interés. • Trabajo-Estudio: Este tipo de ayuda consiste en dinero que el estudiante gana trabajando mientras está matriculado en una institución postsecundaria, a fin de ayudar a pagar sus gastos educativos. Para obtener más información sobre ayuda federal para estudiantes, pulse aquí o llame al 1-800-4FED-AID (1800-433-3243). Ayuda no federal para estudiantes Hay becas no federales que usted puede aprovechar desde el principio hasta el fin de sus estudios postsecundarios. A continuación le ofrecemos una lista de sitios en la Red que, aunque independientes del Departamento de Educación de los Estados Unidos, tal vez puedan ofrecerle información adicional y/o específica para estudiantes latinos. En ningún momento el Departamento patrocina estos sitios web, sino sólo se los ofrece con la esperanza de que le sea de utilidad la información. Hispanic College Fund, Inc. 1301 K Street NW, Suite 450-A West Washington, D.C. 20005 Phone: 1-800-644-4223 1-202-296-5400

Fax: 202-296-3774 Email: hcf-info@hispanicfund.org Internet: http://www.hispanicfund.org Hispanic Scholarship Directory Web site http://www.scholarshipsforhispanics.org Hispanic Scholarship Fund/Fondo Hispano de Becas General Scholarship Program Hispanic Scholarship Fund, One Sansome St., Suite 1000 San Francisco, CA 94104 877-473-4636 http://www.HSF.net

¿Cuánto puedo recibir? Durante el año de concesión 20092010 (1 de julio del 2010 al 30 de junio del 2011), la cantidad máxima de la beca es de $5,350. Como la cantidad máxima dependerá de la financiación prevista del programa, este monto puede cambiar de un año de concesión a otro. El importe efectivo que se le conceda a usted, sin embargo, se calculará en función no sólo de su necesidad económica sino también del costo de estudiar en la institución postsecundaria, de su dedicación de estudio (o sea, tiempo completo o parcial) y de la duración del período de estudio (es decir, un año académico o menos). Si tengo derecho a recibir la Beca Pell, ¿cómo me entregarán el dinero? El establecimiento educativo al que usted asiste aplicará los fondos de la Beca a sus gastos de estudio o le pagará el dinero directamente (en general, por cheque), o bien, combinará los dos métodos. La institución deberá informarle por escrito del monto de la concesión, como asimismo de la manera y fecha en que se le desembolsará el dinero. Los fondos han de entregarse por lo menos una vez por período académico, ya sea por trimestre, cuatrimestre o semestre. Aquellos centros docentes que no operen según estos períodos tendrán que desembolsar los fondos al menos dos veces al año académico.

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