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Our Task Force has made this investigation a top priority. Our primary concern is the safety of this child and of any children that this fugitive may approach,” said U.S. Marshal Pete Elliott. “We ask that anyone with information please contact our hotline immediately for the benefit of this small child.

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Recent articles in The Weekly Reporter have disclosed the willingness of Bolingbrook Mayor Roger Claar to franchise the services of Orange Crush LLC despite the fact that the firm and some of the Palumbo family members are barred f r o m working on federal highway projects, or from d o i n g work for Mayor John Noak the State of

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due to unions for work done by union members. It is the same Palumbo family. Roger Claar likes the Palumbo’s, perhaps because they have given him substantial campaign contributions. No has been able to determine if the payments go beyond contributions at this point in time. Claar’s buddy, Romeoville Mayor John Noak, also likes the Palumbos. As they did for Claar, they contributed to Noak’s campaign fund too. When one Romeoville Trustee raised questions concerning doing business with convicted, and admitted felons, the Palumbos, Romeoville Mayor John Noak, Village Manager Steve Gulden, and Village Attorney Richard Vogel gave public assurances that the former Palumbos were a distinctly different group of Continued on

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Bud Fazio is no longer the Homer Glen Supervisor. He was replaced by Pam Meyers who was elected on April 7th. When Bud Fazio ran the township, it was easy to understand why some people who worked with him did not like him. During township meetings Fazio could be abrasive with his speech and especially in his conduct toward the then Township Clerk Evelyn Walano. It always seemed that Fazio had a bone to pick with the Clerk. Often he was insulting in his inContinued on

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A longtime nurse described by her colleagues as a “cheerleader for patient satisfaction” was named Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital’s 2009 Clinical Nurse of the Year. Lisle resident Bernadette Sims has worked with Adventist Midwest Health as a clinical care nurse in the emergency department for 25 years and has been at Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital since its opening. Nurses and other hospital employees submitted nominations for the

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Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White received three awards for the 2009 organ/tissue donor commercial. The commercial won three bronze Telly awards in the categories of fundraising and appeals, not- for-profit as well as videography and cinematography. The Telly Awards honor outstanding local, regional, and cable TV commercials and programs, film and video productions, and web commercials, videos and films worldwide. Judges evaluate entries to recognize distinction in creative work - entries do not compete against each other - rather entries are judged against a high standard of merit. Less than 10% of entries are chosen as Winners of a Silver Telly, the highest honor. Other outstanding work is awarded a Bronze Telly. I’m very proud to receive these awards, Secretary of State Jesse White but more importantly to be able to use video to help encourage people to sign up for this meaningful program,� White said. “It’s another tool aimed at helping to give others a second chance at life.� The commercial features recipients and donor families encouraging people to sign up to the organ and tissue donor registry. Illinoisans can register by visiting www.LifeGoesOn.com, or calling the Illinois Secretary of State Organ/Tissue Donor Program at 1-800-210-2106, or while obtaining or renewing an Illinois driver’s license or state identification card at any state driver’s license facility. The videos were produced by AdCo Advertising Agency in Peoria.

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Summer is almost here. And for many people, summer is synonymous with “vacation.â€? If you have children or grandchildren, they’re most likely on vacation from school, and if you’ve got the time and motivation, you may take a family vacation over the next few months. But there’s one part of your life that should never go on vacation — and that’s your investment portfolio. How can you keep your investments working for you in all seasons? Here are a few suggestions to consider: • Don’t stop investing. If you want your investment dollars to continue working, you can’t pull them out of the “work force.â€? Unfortunately, many people try to do just that by jumping out of the financial markets when they’re slumping. By doing so,

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Don’t Let Your Investments Take a Vacation these investors reason, they can avoid but you simply can’t rely on them to taking heavy losses while they bide offer the long-term returns that can their time until the market recovers. help you retire comfortably or attain But if you make a habit out of try- other objectives.   ing to avoid the market’s bad days, Don’t let your portfolio drift. If you you may end up missing some of its buy a few investments here and there, good ones. No one can predict when without rhyme or reason, your porta bull market will begin, so if you’re folio may never work as hard for you out of the market when it starts, your as it should. And that’s why you need “vacationâ€? from investing could prove to develop a solid, cohesive, longexpensive. term investment strategy — one that • Don’t rely too much on “lazyâ€? accommodates your risk tolerance, investments. Some investments, by time horizon and specific goals. Once their nature, are going to work harder you’ve established such a strategy, you to help you achieve your long-term can use it to determine the right ingoals. To be precise, stocks and stock- vestment mix for your portfolio. Over based accounts have the potential to time, you may need to adjust that mix help provide the growth you need, in response to changes in the financial though of course the value of these world and your own life, but overall it securities can constantly fluctuate. should stay true to your strategy. Conversely, “lazyâ€? securities such as As you go through life, you’ll find it certificates of deposit may produce important to take a vacation now and returns that barely keep up with infla- then, to escape from the pressures of tion. That’s not to say there’s no place work and to enjoy extra time with for these types of investments in your family and friends. But there’s no reaportfolio — after all, they provide son to ever give your investments a both current income and a high de- day off — so do what you can to keep gree of Thursday preservation of principal — 30th them gainfully employed. May 1st April & Friday

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Frankfort Township Republican Organization (Ftro) Meeting Frankfort, IL (JUNE 15, 2009)— The Frankfort Township Republican Organization (FTRO) has scheduled a meeting on Tuesday, June 23 at 7:00 p.m. at the Frankfort Township Building, located at 11008 W. Lincoln Highway, in Frankfort. The FTRO welcomes participation in an open forum for all citizens to exchange new ideas to promote civic pride and responsibility in our com-

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(ARA) - When the shock of shattered nest eggs eased, many Americans got down to the serious work of rebuilding their financial futures. Already, tentative predictions of improvement are replacing dire warnings of doom in headlines across the country. If you’re a baby boomer, you may be in better financial shape than people in other generations. But you might also feel greater pressure to preserve the wealth you’ve retained and protect your ability to continue saving for retirement. Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing threats to the financial health of Americans. Identity theft was the top complaint category for all complaints filed in 2008 with the Federal Trade Commissionmaintained Consumer Sentinel Network, which catalogs complaints made to the FTC and numerous other agencies, including the Better Business Bureau, the U.S. Postal Service and the National Fraud Information Center. Nearly 314,000 complaints -- more than a quarter of all complaints -- were related to ID theft, according to the FTC. The average cost of ID theft is just under $500 per incident, according to research by Javelin Strategy and Research. But for many people, the actual cost can run into the thousands. It makes sense to protect your rebuilt nest egg by taking steps to avoid identity theft. The FTC recommends a threepronged approach to avoiding ID theft - deter, detect and defend: Deterring ID theft * Always use passwords for credit, bank and other personal accounts, especially if you access them online, and ensure the passwords are not something easy to guess, like your mother’s maiden name or the last four digits of your social security number. * Inquire about security measures in use by businesses with whom you must share your personal information, such as doctor’s offices or even your own employer. * Secure your own personal information by shredding documents with identifying information before you trash them at home or at work. Never share personal information over the phone, through mail or online unless you’ve initiated the contact and you’re confident about whom you’re dealing with.

* Don’t carry your SSN card with you and share the number only when absolutely necessary. Ask if you can use an alternate type of ID with companies that request your SSN. Detecting ID theft * Keep an eye on your credit report for any suspicious activity. Review your report at least once a year; more often if you’ve previously been a victim of ID theft. * Watch out for signs your ID has been stolen, such as not receiving expected bills or mail, receiving credit cards you didn’t apply for, calls or letters from debt collectors about products or services you didn’t buy, or unexpectedly being denied credit or being offered unfavorable

terms on a new credit application. Defend against ID theft Consider enrolling in an ID protection program that helps monitor your credit report. Programs like ProtectMyID.com can help you secure your rebuilt nest egg by helping you keep an eye on your credit report and activity. The product monitors your credit reports at all three major credit reporting bureaus on a daily basis and sends regular “all clear” e-mail alerts to give you peace of mind that there have been no changes to your credit reports. If suspicious activity such as unauthorized new accounts, credit applications, address or public records changes or potentially negative information appears on your credit files, the product alerts you quickly. What’s more, if your identity is compromised while you’re enrolled with ProtectMyID.com, the company will assign you an identity theft resolution professional to act as your advocate and work with creditors to resolve fraud issues. The product is also backed by a $1 million ProtectMyID Product Guarantee. Visit www.ProtectMyID.com to learn more.

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(ARA) - Parents are masters at juggling. But if you are a parent of a child with diabetes, you have to learn to juggle in a whole new way. When a child is diagnosed with a chronic disease like diabetes, everyday moments like finding a babysitter, taking a vacation or starting a school year become more of a challenge. That’s why the American Diabetes Association developed a free, interactive resource to help families of children with diabetes live happily and healthfully with these unique challenges. The toolkit, called “Everyday Wisdom,” provides helpful strategies for families of children with diabetes to work together in support of the child. Among the strategies, families will learn how to prepare for a new school year, a slumber party, a babysitter or a plane trip. It takes the whole family to care for and provide personal support for a child with diabetes. Everyday Wisdom includes specific guides for children with diabetes, parents, teens with diabetes and siblings. There is even an interactive game for the whole family to play together that helps families learn more about diabetes, while opening up lines of communication on topics that may be hard to talk about. Everyday Wisdom also includes an informational and inspirational DVD, juggling balls, and the Diabetes Dictionary -- all in an insulated lunch bag. This interactive toolkit was designed for families of kids with diabetes ages 8 and over. It was made possible through an unrestricted educational grant from Eli Lilly and Company. Everyday Wisdom addresses a wide range of topics such as: * Family communication: There is a fine line be-

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tween caring and nagging, so what is the right balance for a parent? How does the family handle conflict related to diabetes? Tips include reacting calmly, setting realistic expectations and keeping an opendoor policy. * School: Children spend most of the day at school and are likely involved in school activities. How do you work with your school to ensure your child is able to fully and safely participate in all the school has to offer? * Driving: Getting that first driver’s license is a huge milestone for your teen, and making sure that he or she stays safe behind the wheel is every parent’s No. 1 priority. Learn ways to ensure your teen knows how to manage his or her diabetes before getting into the car. * Sibling rivalry: When one of your children has diabetes, it affects your other children, too -- in ways you may not even realize. When special accommodations need to be made, how do you make sure that everyone understands exceptions that are about health, not fairness or favoritism? Everyday Wisdom is one component of the American Diabetes Association’s Family Link. Through Family Link, the American Diabetes Association connects parents of children recently diagnosed to parent mentors who have been there and can provide personal support. Family Link also includes a variety of touch points through which families of children with diabetes can connect to informational tools and personal support. To order a free copy of Everyday Wisdom and to get more information about Family Link, call (800) DIABETES (3422383) or visit www.diabetes.org/families.

New Albany, Mississippi (PRWEB) -- John Wright, owner of Southern RobotX, distributor of remote control lawn mowers, is introducing the hybrid remote control lawn mower. Besides reducing fuel consumption by 40%, the commercial models, such as the popular SRX22T commercial mower, increase productivity for lawn care professionals. Many elderly and disabled people actually used to enjoy yard work, and are now able to rekindle their love for landscaping their lawn using the residential models. In addition to benefiting the consumer, these mowers are reducing fuel consumption related to lawn maintenance by a large margin. Lawn care professionals typically use a number of men equipped with 2-stroke weed eaters to maintain slopes over 30 degrees. They are now able to maintain slopes up to 70 degrees with one man and a SRX22T hybrid remote control lawn mower. The hybrid power system on these mowers also keeps the battery charged. It is a win-win situation for the lawn care professional and the environment. On the residential side of things, these hybrid remote control lawn mowers are popular among the elderly and disabled. Believe it or not, there are a lot of senior citizens that actually enjoy yard work. But, due to the physical requirements of typical lawn equipment, they normally have other people take care of their lawn for them. Thanks to the new hybrid remote control lawn mowers, they are now able to have the joy and satisfaction of maintaining their own lawn, in addition to helping to preserve the environment. Independent studies in 2001 stated, “mowing the lawn for one hour does the same amount of damage to the

environment as driving about 100 miles in a car.” That does not include those who use an ozone-eating weed eater as a lawn mower to maintain slopes and ditches. With the auto makers pushing the limits of hybrid technology, it only seems fit for the lawn equipment industry to catch up. Damage to the environment from lawn maintenance is an important issue that is being addressed by Southern RobotX. For more information on hybrid remote control lawn mowers, and the benefits they offer to the consumer as well as the environment, visit RemoteMower.com.

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Disappeared With Missing Toddler the hunt for fugitive Robbie Douglas Potter, 27. Potter is a convicted sex offender who authorities believe is on the run with his girlfriend and her 3-yearold daughter. Potter is wanted on a state warrant for parole violation and on a federal warrant for probation violation. Potter is a convicted Tier III sex offender for

pick-up truck with Ohio temporary plate Q645916. The truck reportedly has a lightening bolt design on the sides and decals on the back window. The U.S. Marshals Task Force began assisting in the fugitive investigation June 4 and is pursuing all leads and tips. On Tuesday, Task Force Officers arrested three individuals for charges of com-

crimes of sex offense of a minor. On May 28, Potter fled a halfway house in Mansfield, which led to the violation charges. It is believed that Potter was assisted by Candace Watson, 24, and that the two of them spent several days at a campground in central Ohio after the escape. Potter and Watson were last seen May 31 when they picked up Watson’s 3-year-old daughter, Haylee Elizabeth Jade Donathan, in Crestline and then disappeared. They were last seen driving a two-tone blue, 1988 Chevrolet

plicity to escape. Those arrested were Kyle Watson, 21, James Donathan, 24, and Nichole Kirkpatrick, 20. Watson is the brother of Candace Watson, Donathan is the biological father of the missing child and Kirkpatrick is the girlfriend of Donathan. Yesterday, the Richland County Sheriff ’s Office officially charged Candace Watson with complicity to escape and a warrant is now out for her arrest. Continued on

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Hometown Heroes encouraged to learn about benefits for me. The Will County Advisory Committee on Disabilities, as well .................................................... as the Eastern Will County Senior & Special Needs Advisory Committee, JOLIET – Will County Executive provide counsel and input as we look Larry Walsh encouraged veterans to for ways to enhance the quality of life learn about benefits to which they are for people with disabilities, as well as entitled during a Helping Our Home- senior citizens. It makes no difference town Heroes event sponsored by the whether the perIllinois Department son was born of Veterans’ Affairs with a disabiland the host post, ity or became American Legion disabled, such Post #1080. as by fighting He also praised in our miliPost #1080 for its tary.” outreach event. The Veter“Thank you, thank ans Assistance you, thank you for Commission your efforts.” works diligent He told those ly to get vetwho turned out on erans benefits Monday, June 8, they deserve. that he was honored In the last 17 to be among them. years, more “And I’m pleased than 50,000 to tell you that Will veterans and County government their depenalways remembers dents were the brave men and helped through women who have the VAC. served our country.” More than Larry Walsh The County Ex25,000 new and ecutive pointed out some of the pro- improved state and federal awards grams offered by departments which totaling more than $23 million were he oversees. procured for veterans and their fami The Supervisor of Assessments of- lies. fice, led by Rhonda Novak, helps qual- “A collaboration with the Reifying veterans file for two programs, corder of Deeds’ office now means the Disabled Veterans’ Homestead Will County veterans can get certiExemption and the Returning Veter- fied copies of those very important ans’ Homestead Exemption. The first discharge papers at the VAC, elimiprogram is available to any veteran nating the extra trip to the Recorder’s injured in a conflict who received a office,” he said. DD 214, separation of service from “I also want to go on record that a the war department for military ser- plan to turn the Joliet Silver Cross lovice prior to 1950, or a Certification cation into any type of veterans facilof Military Service Form. ity will have my 100 percent support. The second program for returning I will do everything I can to help such veterans is a one-time $5,000 reduc- a plan reach fruition.” tion in the equalized assessed valu- He also reminded the veterans and ation of the veterans’ principal resi- spouses present that Monday was dence for the taxable year the veteran not the only day to learn about the returns from active duty in an armed rights and benefits they had earned. conflict. That reduction is available to “Keep in mind, if you need more inveterans who have come home since formation about a County program 2007. after this event ends, you can still find “Rhonda’s staff will be glad to answers at these departments yearprovide the information you need to round. Our people are always ‘ready make sure you get the benefits you to help our hometown heroes.’” have earned by serving your country,” Other County departments repsaid the County Executive. resented at the program were State’s “Sandy Simmons, a member of Attorney James Glasgow, Recorder my executive staff, can also share in- of Deeds Karen Stukel and Treasurformation about programs she leads er Pat McGuire. .................................................... info@theweeklyreporter.com

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(ARA) - A child’s natural “learning window” is between the ages of birth and 4 to 5 years, research has shown. But the typical American school doesn’t start teaching children to read until kindergarten. For parents, it may seem challenging to compete with television and video games, but helping your child learn to read is not only r e w a r d i n g, but can prepare them for educational success. Read i n g can be easier for kids to pick up and a more enjoyable activity when parents start early, as early as the day they’re born, says Dr. Robert Titzer. Research proves that early readers tend to enjoy reading more, do better in school and are less likely to drop out than those children with poor reading skills. However, myths surrounding early reading persist and include: Myth: I don’t need to focus on reading at home. All children will learn how to read by the end of kindergarten. Studies show that if a child is not reading at grade level by the end of the first grade, chances are very slim that he will

ever catch up to grade level. Forty percent of 8-year-olds cannot read independently, which indicates the reading skills acquired in kindergarten are not enough. Myth: It’s harmful to my child to learn how to read early because they’ll be ahead of the rest of their class. Children who enter school already equipped with reading skills have higher selfesteem than children who do not, according to research. Myth: A focus on learning to read is pushing a child too hard. Just let kids be kids. Reading is a great way to spark imagination and early readers often have a lifelong love of books. The key is for parents to make reading fun, never a chore. Titzer, a renowned infant learning and development expert, developed the Your Baby Can Read early language development system to change how and when children learn to read. Generally designed for children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years, the system uses tools like games, word cards, educational DVDs and music to help parents teach children how to read and to make it a fun activity for everyone. Titzer offers the following tips to help parents encourage their young children to read: * Start reading with your child from the day they’re born. A baby’s brain thrives on stimulation and, while it may not seem like they’re paying attention, they’re absorbing everything going on around them. * Make reading fun. Use different character voices, act out a story, set aside a special story time with all family members and encourage children to participate in everything from turning pages to pointing out words. * Use multimedia learning to appeal to different personality types and learning styles. * Have a variety of books on hand and a comfortable place to read each day. * Visit the library and encourage children to choose books they’re interested in. For more information on the Your Baby Can Read system and additional tips to help your child learn to read, visit YourBabyCanRead. com.

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New Technology Gets Bad Guys Not The Innocent St. Paul, MN -- (Vocus) -- Cybercrimes involving the exploitation of children are rising at unprecedented rates. CNN’s Terry Frieden reported in January, 2009, that FBI Executive Assistant Director Stephen Tidwell said, “The pervasiveness of the Internet has resulted in the dramatic growth of online sexual exploitation of children. There has been a 2,000 percent increase in the number of cases opened since 1996.” The same CNN report, noted that FBI Inspector General Glenn Fine explained that “processing time for digital evidence can take up to nine months,” with about 60 days on average required to gather evidence, once the suspect’s hard-drive is actually in the hands of the computer forensics examiner. Faced with crimes against children ranging from abductions, sexual exploitation and pornography, law enforcement agencies cannot waste time pursuing unfounded cases or convictions against innocent individuals. According to Voom Technologies, Inc., (www.voomtech.com) C.E.O., David Biessener, computer forensics

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analysts can avoid the time and money squandered by using more conventional tools, and instead devote their time and expertise toward prosecuting the real criminals. Biessener said, “Sometimes all it takes is a few minutes to an hour with Voom’s Shadow to determine whether the digital evidence supports the allegations. Simply connect the Shadow to the suspect computer and turn it on. The forensics analyst is then free to boot and operate the suspect computer, without compromising forensic evidence. The Shadow allows the examiner to upload computer forensics tools (e.g., password cracking software), run the suspect’s custom-designed programs and run all applications in any operating system. The Shadow allows extensive investigation of the suspect hard-drive, while the digital contents of the drive remain unchanged and thus untainted at all times. If the evidence is there, the Shadow will help bring it to light.” Take, for instance, a case investigated by Will Docken, computer forensics expert (www.willdocken.com) and former

U.S. Customs Special Agent. This case involved a gentleman in Alaska who was charged with knowingly possessing and viewing child pornography on his computer. The particular file in question was an AVI (video) file. The accused claimed he downloaded a large number of files simultaneously which included the multimedia file containing child pornography. He maintained that he tried to view the file but it would freeze up after a few seconds; it could not be viewed. He could see young children and he had no interest in that so he deleted it. Forensic examination confirmed there was no other child pornographic material viewed on the computer. Docken then used the Shadow to boot the original equipment and attempted to view the file in question which was stored in the recycle bin; the video froze before there was any sexually explicit conduct, just as the accused asserted. There were additional exculpatory findings. It was confirmed that the computer was also used by the roommate of the accused, and therefore digital evidence

could not be proven to have been downloaded or accessed by this gentleman. The prosecutors were then also allowed to use the Shadow to examine the contents of the suspect computer; they confirmed Docken’s findings. Had the Shadow been used for investigative purposes in the beginning, the accused could have avoided an anguishing ordeal, the taxpayers’ monies could have been spent on crimes worthy of prosecution, and the forensic investigation could have been directed to those cybercrime lab backlogs clogging the wheels of justice. In this case an innocent man was exonerated; the charges were summarily dismissed. The evidence obtained using the Shadow clearly showed there was no way he could have known what the downloaded, and later deleted, file contained. If the Shadow had not been employed in this case it is likely that an innocent man would have been wrongfully convicted of a crime he did not commit.

Giannoulias Brings A Program You Can “Bank On” ...

nity organizations will provide expertise on and outreach to unbanked residents, while financial institutions market and advertise appropriate, low-cost bank account products to these consumers”, Giannoulias said. “Rockford is home to approximately 4,600 unbanked households, which means members of those households rely on check-cashers, payday lenders

and pawn shops to cash checks, pay bills and borrow or wire money instead of a bank or credit union. These alternative bank services are costly. The average unbanked household in Illinois pays $574 to cash payroll checks. “Nationally, 65 percent of unbanked residents are employed full-time and another 24 percent work part-time. However, more than half of unbanked

households say they’ve never had a checking account because of misperception and distrust of banks. In response, more than 50 cities have launched Bank On Campaigns to breach this financial services gap through public-private partnerships. “I believe that, on top of paying high fees when they can least afford them, unbanked families and individuals are

missing out on important opportunities to save for emergencies and build wealth. Helping people build assets and create financially stable households in Rockford, and across Illinois, will translate to long-term stability and economic viability of local neighborhoods and communities. Bank On Illinois is a program that takes a big step in the right direction.”

2009 Summer Concert list

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WILL DOWNING, LALAH HATHAWAY............ JULY 25

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WAYMAN TISDALE, RACHELLE FERRELL.............. AUG. 1 ATLANTIC STARR, AL HUDSON FEATURING ONE WAY........ AUG. 8 ANGIE STONE, GEORGE WILLBORN.......... AUG. 15 BELL BIV DEVOE, JON B................................ AUG. 22 TEENA MARIE, HOWARD HEWETT*............ AUG. 29 *PREMIUM NIGHTS

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McAsey Urges Local Residents to Re-Claim Assets from State Crest Hill, IL – State Rep. Emily The Treasurer’s Office holds these McAsey, D-Lockport, is urging local assets indefinitely until the rightful residents to seek lost or abandoned owner, or heir, claims them. Common money and property through the forms of unclaimed property include state’s Cash Dash un-cashed payroll program. checks, dividends, “Many times, safe deposit box Illinois residents contents, and have assets turned abandoned bank over to the state accounts. Accordand they don’t even ing to the Treasurrealize it,” McAsey er’s Office, there said. “During these are more than tough economic 10 million claims times, even $50 statewide in the of unclaimed cash Cash Dash procould mean a lot gram, and more for many families than $500,000 in my district.” has been returned The Cash Dash to residents in the program, operpast decade. ated through the McAsey State Treasurer’s is contacting resiOffice, is respondents who have sible for reuniting been added to the Representative Emily McAsey Illinoisans with lost list in the past six or unclaimed propmonths. For more erty, such as lost information, or funds or assets. Banks and businesses to find out if you are entitled to unare required by law to turn unclaimed claimed property, contact McAsey’s property over to the State Treasurer’s constituent service office at 815-588Office if they are unable to locate the 0085, or visit www.CashDash.net. rightful owner after five years.

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(ARA) - Summertime brings out the best in family meals -- fresh vegetables and fruit, fresh-air dining and a fresh opportunity for parents to maintain their commitment to feeding their kids well. According to a recent study by Ohio State University and published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, of children ages 2 to 5, less than 22 percent meet recommendations for their daily vegetable intake and for children ages 6 to 11, it’s less than 16 percent. “With a little creative knowhow, it’s easy to create summer meals that are full of veggies, value, variety and versatility,” says Sylvia Klinger, a registered dietitian, mother of two and member of the Ragu nutrition advisory panel. Klinger offers some tips for adding more of the good stuff to your kids’ diets this summer. * Eat out … side: Spend less time in the kitchen with quick and easy recipes like Chicken Mar-

gherita. Once the meal is ready to go, dine together on the patio, or spread a picnic blanket on your lawn for a special summer celebration. * Nurture natural nutrition: Use the summer break to teach your kids about satisfying and nutritious meals. Bring them along to the farmers market, or take a special trip to a local farm. Let them select from among the fresh, brightly colored vegetables, then decide as family how to prepare them. “One of the easiest ways to incorporate veggies into children’s diets is to use a great tasting tomato sauce like Ragu Old World Style pasta sauce, which provides more than a full serving of vegetables in every half-cup of sauce,” says Klinger. “It also contains vitamins A and C, anti-oxidants and lycopene. Add even more vegetables by combining with your farm-fresh suggestions for a delicious veggie pizza.” * Skip the sweets, but delight in dessert: Keeping dinner healthy doesn’t have to mean sacrificing dessert. Take advantage of the abundance of fruits in the summer to make dessert as healthy as the main course. Slice up a juicy watermelon or freeze fruit juice in a cup with fresh fruit for your own homemade ice pops. * Switch up summer snacking: Being out of school means kids have more free time to snack. While eating frequent, small meals is a good idea, it’s important to keep kids focused on the good stuff. Get in the habit of switching from junk food to healthy bites by preparing good-for-you snacks in advance. For nutritious meal inspiration and delicious recipes visit www.Ragu.com. Try these kid-friendly recipes the whole family is sure to love:

Chicken Margherita

Makes four servings. Prep time: 5 minutes. Cook time: 10 minutes.

Ingredients: - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound) - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 2 cups Ragu Old World Style Margherita Smooth Pasta Sauce - 4 slices fresh or packaged mozzarella cheese (about 4 ounces) - 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves Directions: Season chicken, if desired, with salt and black pepper. Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and brown chicken, turning once, about 5 minutes. Add sauce and simmer covered 5 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Top chicken with cheese, then let stand until cheese is melted, about 1 minute. Garnish with basil. Serve, if desired, with hot cooked penne pasta topped with additional sauce, heated.

Meatball Hero Sandwiches Makes four servings. Prep Time: 10 minutes. Cook Time: 25 minutes. Ingredients: - 1 pound. lean ground beef - 1/2 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs - 1 egg - 1 jar (1 pound,10 ounces.) Ragu Old World Style Sweet Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce Continued on

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St. Joseph, MI (Grassroots Newswire)—Plans have been finalized for the development of the former YWCA property in downtown St. Joseph, Michigan. The current structure will be razed to make way for a new 7 story building which will contain 33 upscale residential condos, 3 penthouses and approximately 10,000 square feet of retail space. The property’s new address will be 301 Lake Boulevard which sits at the corner of Lake Boulevard and Pleasant Street in a picturesque setting atop the bluff overlooking Silver Beach and Lake Michigan. Designed by esteemed New York architect Steve Byrns, a St. Joseph native, the all brick and limestone building will feature an arts & crafts style which will be both compelling but understated to blend harmoniously with the surrounding landscape. Each residential unit

purchased pre-construction will come with two parking spaces in the building’s below-ground parking. The building will feature amenities and finishes worthy of its first class location. These will include fine finishes and an indoor swimming pool with fitness center. Unit sizes will range from approximately 1,300 square feet to 3,000 square feet and will contain 1-3 bedrooms and at least 2 baths. Prices will start in the mid $300’s and go up to over $1 million. Pre-sales have begun and reservations are now being taken. Construction is expected to begin in the fall. Paul and Becky Heaps from Pro Brokers Real Estate will be marketing the units. Information about the project can be obtained at the new Lake Park Place sales and information center located at 517 Pleasant Street, just down the street from the site of the future building. You can also contact Paul or Becky by calling 269-429-4663 or by visiting the Lake Park Place website at www.301LakeBoulevard.com.

Benefit and Roast To Honor Diane Nyman ............................................................... info@theweeklyreporter.com ...............................................................

Will County Democrats, especially those from Crete, know Diane Nyman as a truly good citizen, a fine American, a staunch supporter of freedom. Those good Americans who time and time again give of themselves for the sake of their fellowmen often go unnoticed but this is your opportunity to make certain Diane is recognized for her many contributions to her community. Diane Nyman has been an ally of the Constitution. Diane has been a true patriot who became fired-up at the slightest threat to our liberty. Not only has Diane worked hard for those who needed her help and her political savvy, but, she was quick to throw open the doors to her home when necessary to promote those she viewed as Americans

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- 4 Italian rolls (about 6 inches long each), halved lengthwise - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 ounces)

Directions: Combine ground beef, bread crumbs and egg in medium bowl; shape into 12

meatballs. Bring Pasta Sauce to a boil in 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Gently stir in uncooked meatballs. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes or until meatballs are done. Serve meatballs and sauce in rolls, topped with cheese.

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All Natural Dog Food • Change brands or flavors of dry food every three to four months to avoid deficiencies or excesses of ingredients which may be problematic for your dog. • When changing dry foods, mix 1/4 of the new food with 3/4 of the old food, and increase the new food a little each day. Some finicky dogs may need a more gradual change over two or more weeks. Never let a cat skip more than one or two meals; return to the old food if necessary. • With any new food or supplement, watch for subtle changes in your dog’s skin and coat, appetite, energy level, mood, itchiness, discharges or odors, body weight, and the size and consistency of stool. If negative changes occur, try a different food. If the change persists, consult your veterinarian. • If your dog companion is on a prescription diet, check with your veterinarian periodically (at least every 6 months) to make sure the diet is still correct. Many conditions resolve over time, and a diet that was needed for a younger dog may be inappropriate when she is older.

Healthy Dog Food System • It is usually preferable to feed one or two meals per day rather than leaving food out all the time. However, some medical conditions require more frequent feeding. Check with your veterinarian about recommendations for your dogs. • Feed some canned food, which generally contains more dog protein and less grain than dry foods. Plain dry food does not clean the teeth and is not an

essential for either cats or dogs. Cats in particular need at least 50% of their diet in the form of wet food to reduce the workload on the kidneys and keep the urine dilute. Cats with a history of bladder or kidney disease should not be fed any dry food. • Supplement all commercial dog foods with other foods, such as organic meats and steamed, pureed or finely grated vegetables (most cannot be very well digested by carnivores raw). Dogs may be supplemented with tofu and cooked grains; however, cats should receive minimal carbohydrates in the diet. (Plant products tend to raise urine pH and may predispose cats to urinary tract disease.) If you are supplementing more than 15-20% of the diet, however, you will need to consult one of the many available books or websites for information on balancing vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. • Other helpful supplements that are especially important when feeding commercial food include probiotics such as acidophilus, digestive enzymes, and the antioxidant vitamins E (alpha tocopherol) and C (either Ester C, calcium ascorbate, or sodium ascorbate). • Consider making at least some of your dog’s food at home. This lets you control the quality of the ingredients. There are many excellent books, articles, and websites available for more detailed guidelines on ingredients, proportions, and preparations. Even one or two home-made meals a week will be a significant improvement over feeding solely commercial dog foods. Your veterinarian only sees your companion once a year. Since you are with her every day, it is essential that you monitor her general health and how she is responding to the food she’s eating. Changes in appetite, coat quality, weight, stool, urine, or water consumption may signal a problem with the food, or a more serious medical problem. Report these or any other unusual changes or behaviors to your veterinarian. Source: Animal Protection Institute.

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The trip was a long one. It seemed to have taken forever; in reality it had taken about five hours and they had been pleasant ones with a stop for breakfast and another for lunch late in the afternoon. Now Kimmy and Andy were being bounced up and down as Mr. Aston drove toward grandfather’s house while Mother Aura held on tightly. Dust swirled about the car as it bounced up and down in the ruts left by the last hard rainfall. Father, Al Aston, short for Alex, drove slowly over the bumps and was careful not to damage the car by

driving too fast over them. Mother, whose name is Aura, clung to the handgrip above her window almost as if holding on to something was keeping her inside. The dust was choking and Al quickly closed the windows when they turned off the highway to drive the last of the trip to the Aston farm where Grandfather Jon and Grandmother Gwen were anxiously awaiting their grandchildren, Al and their daughter-in-law Aura. “Okay Andy you can call grandma and tell her we’re here.” Aura turned herself toward the back as she spoke to 12 yearold Andy. His dark brown hair was mussed and his face needed washing but he was just as wide-awake as he was when the trip began. Mother gave Andy many small tasks to do now that he was growing up and he liked that. He especially liked being sort of a guardian for his younger sister Kimmy who turned 10 only two weeks earlier. “Hey grandma, guess what, we’re here already! Yeah, Kimmy and me, and my mom and dad.” Andy paused as Grandmother excitedly spoke to him. “Tell grandma we’ll be there in about 3 minutes Andy.” Mother told him. “I want to say hello to grandma,” Kimmy urged. “I can’t wait to see her and grandpa.” Father Al grinned as he listened to the cheerful talk but he did not speak, he seemed to be happy knowing the children were excited to see his mother and father. Actually, he was probably more excited than they were and he drove the last few yards to the Aston front door just a little faster than he had been traveling over the rough spots. Then the doors flew open and mother, father, Andy and Kimmy, raced toward the weathered front porch where grandmother and grandfather were laughing and calling to them. Grandma was absentmindedly wiping her hands on her apron as she watched Kimmy run to greet her. Andy was only a step behind and threw his arms around Grandpa Jon the minute his feet reached the porch where grandpa was standing. Grandma prepared supper early so that when the guests arrived she would not have to spend time cooking. Now with everyone seated at the table grandfather Aston bowed his head, gave thanks for the food they were about to eat, and then announced, “Let’s eat!” The Aston house was big. There were three floors to it and it had a huge basement. Grandfather Aston and his brother George who died had built it board by board and nail by nail with their own hands. It was a sturdy old house and from a distance, it looked spooky. It was darkened from exposure to every manner of weather imaginable. Through it all, the house stood tall and strong just as grandfather boasted it would when he and grandmother first moved into it. Late that night after eating some of grandma’s homemade apple pie with a glass of fresh cold milk, Andy and Kimmy were told it was bedtime. After saying good night, they climbed the many stairs to the bedrooms where they were going to spend the night. Suddenly they stopped as Andy reached the top step. A sound like woooo rushed at them out of the darkness and they stood frozen in fear.

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Fashion Designer Kiel James Patrick Casting Models New York, NY (PRWEB)—In an effort to discover one female and one male fashion model to represent designer Kiel James Patrick’s Fall ‘09 fashion line (www.KielJamesPatrick. com), the company has teamed up with ExploreModeling.com to launch a nationwide casting for models between the ages of 15 and 30. The online-based casting kicked off May 18, 2009, and will continue through August 18, 2009. Models wanting to participate in this free, nationwide open casting should visit ExploreModeling.com to fill out an entry form and upload their photos (professional photos not necessary). In mid-August, Kiel James Patrick and a panel of judges from the modeling industry, including Cristina DeHart (founder of ExploreModeling. com), will select one male and female who will be flown the photo shoot location to participate in a shoot and be featured on the KielJamesPatrick.com website in conjunction with the launch of the company’s Fall ‘09 product line. Selected models will also receive photos for their portfolio, $1,000.00 in cash, plus $500.00 worth of KJP products. Between May 18th and August 18th, participants should encourage their friends and family to vote for them, as the models who receive the most votes will also receive prizes, plus special consideration to become the “2009 Face of KJP.” “We’re excited to be working with ExploreModeling.com to find the models we’ll use to represent our fastgrowing brand,” stated 26-year-old Kiel James Patrick, a veteran fashion model turned fashion designer. “I’m looking for models who embody what it means to be a part of the KJP lifestyle - casual luxury, sophistication, and sincerity.”

Not to be confused with online social networking sites for models, ExploreModeling.com offers accurate and educational information, as well as powerful tools for aspiring models - including access to a database of more than 2,000 agency and casting

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director contacts worldwide and the ability to submit a portfolio to agencies via email or U.S. Mail. For anyone who wants to learn about the modeling industry and become a successful model, the free video based content offered on ExploreModeling.com provides everything that’s needed. Cristina DeHart is available for inperson, on-camera or telephone interviews. Contact: Amy Adams, PR Director, ExploreModeling.com; 212-561-6855; http://exploremodeling.com

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the 102 Illinois Counties who distribute the funds to local cities and villages. The guilty pleas of the Palumbo family, in which they voluntarily admitted their parts in the 37-count indictment that was brought against them, make it unquestionably clear that (1) they are felons; (2) they admitted to cheating on invoices, weights, and materials. They went to prison as a result of their guilty pleas. Those were not coerced admissions, they were calculated options; a choice the Palumbos reasoned would bring them less prison

time than they might receive if they faced trial and were found guilty by a jury. The big question now is whether it is legal for Roger Claar and John Noak to use Federal and State tax dollars to fund projects they have awarded to a company that cannot do business with the State or Federal Government because of its criminal history. The Palumbos are banned from doing business with the State of Illinois. That means they are banned from receiving state funds for work they do. They signed a voluntary

order that prohibits them from working on Federal highway projects. That means they cannot do work that is funded with federal tax dollars. Legally, Bolingbrook and Romeoville might be required to repay any money they pay to the Palumbos, or Orange Crush LLC. that comes from federal or state gasoline tax revenues. If Bolingbrook and Romeoville wish to hire ex-cons to perform public work that is certainly up to those villages to decide. But, when it comes to using state or federal gasoline tax revenues to fund the proj-

ects that are awarded to the Palumbo felons, that is a horse of another color. This issue is far from over. There is more to be investigated, and there is more to be reported as the layers unfold one by one. If the rest of the world refuses to trust the Palumbos what motivates Roger Claar and John Noak to disregard their felonious pasts and risk public money with people who have cheated the taxpayers over and over again. Is it money? What is it Roger? What is it John? The voters deserve to know.

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Is Former Homer Glen Supervisor Hiding Something? teraction with her during public meetings. It was easy to get the impression that Bud Fazio believed he was the supreme master of Homer Glen. Fazio was accused of altering the agenda for scheduled public meetings at will to suit himself. At one point as the Township Supervisor Fazio actually transferred $100,000 from the township bank account into another bank account. He did that without advising the Township trustees of his intentions. He transferred that money without a vote, without public input and without the permission of anyone period. Bud Fazio simply did it because he decided to do it. When the Township Trustees and the Township Clerk learned what Fazio had done there was a flurry of criticism

directed at him and he insisted that he had done nothing wrong. He insisted that he removed the money to put it into a bank account that would earn more interest. That explanation did not sit well with the trustees and Fazio was forced to return the money to its former bank account. Transferring that money without the prior approval of the Township Board of Trustees was an illegal act. No one brought a formal complaint against Fazio for moving that money. There was no official probe into that matter. When Pam Meyers became Township Supervisor, it was not easy for her to assume the duties of her office. She hired a part-time aide to assist her, Gail Snyder. Snyder was hired to work 25 hours per week at $11

per hour. Nothing really outstanding; nevertheless, Meyers is being criticized by the Fazioites for the hiring. They would make it appear that Meyers has done a terrible wrong. But that may be a smoke screen to divert attention from the allegedly real dirty, illegal tricks of Bud Fazio himself. Bud Fazio relinquished a laptop computer when he left office. The computer and its contents are of course public property. But showing no deference for the law, Fazio returned the computer with nothing on it. Even the operating system was removed from the computer. There was not a shred of information left on the hard drive. According to a former Township official, the computer was checked by a computer analyst

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who determined that the computer “was professionally wiped clean”. Bud Fazio allegedly claimed he accidentally erased the files however a computer professional disputed that and said it was a deliberate act. Some personnel files turned up missing after Fazio left office. No one knows for certain that Bud Fazio took the files of current Township Supervisor Pam Meyers, Mike Costa, Nancy Strack, and former Homer Glen Township Clerk Evelyn Walano. The destruction of public records is a crime— erasing public files from a computer is a crime. Taking pubic employee personnel records is a crime. There were problems in the past with the Fazio administration. One such example was with accounting procedures.

There were accusations that the W-2 tax withholding statements issued to some employees did not agree with their paycheck stubs. Current Township clerk Steve Balich was angered when the matter was discussed during a board meeting. He wanted the discussions closed, claiming they were beating a dead horse. Why? Information was sent to Mary Tatroe of the Will County State’s Attorney’s office but there is no indication that any official action was taken. Homer Glen Township has operated in the dark for too long. Perhaps it is time for a professional audit of the township records to determine exactly what took place there during the Bud Fazio years.

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tive or recovery of the child. “Our Task Force has made this investigation a top priority. Our primary concern is the safety of this child and of any children that this fugitive may

approach,” said U.S. Marshal Pete Elliott. “We ask that anyone with information please contact our hotline immediately for the benefit of this small child.”

Potter has been seen on America’s Most Wanted and was on the June 13th show. There is information concerning him on the AMW web site.

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Benefit and Roast To Honor Diane Nyman

many people through the years and she has been a firm believer in securing the rights of the individual. She is to be applauded as a Good Citizen, a truly fine American and of course a very staunch supporter of Democrat ideals. Her many friends and neighbors will have an opportunity to honor Diane Nyman on Sunday June 21st at a benefit to be held in her honor at the Lincolnshire C.C., 390 East Richton Road, in Crete. A foundation is being organized in Diane’s name and you are asked to make a modest $20

donation to assist in that effort. There will be a reception, cocktails, beer, and wine, between 4 and 7pm. There will be a Roast of Diane from 7:00 pm until “We’re done”. If you have any stories you would like to share about Diane please contact Norenna at (708) 672-5557 or (630) 209-0021. You can also reach her by email at norenna@yahoo.com. If you plan to attend, please RSVP Sherry Newquist at (708) 754-1907; autiesherrry3@comcast.net or Linda Ferguson at (708) 534-6811.

Please come out and share the evening with Diane. You’ll have fun and Diane will love it. Diane has touched many lives and has unselfishly helped many people. Now it is time to say thank you to Diane and to show our affection for her. Diane is and has always been a remarkable woman who believed that everything can be done with a little effort. Please come out, joint your friends as we salute Diane for being a super person.

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Cirugía de los ojos con låser o LASIK LASIK es el nombre de la cirugía de los ojos que se hace con un rayo låser para ayudarle a mejorar la vista. El rayo låser hace unos cortes muy pequeùos que cambian la forma de la cubierta transparente del ojo, la córnea. Si la cirugía se hace bien, es posible que la persona ya no necesite tanto usar anteojos o lentes de contacto. La mayoría de los pacientes estån muy contentos con los resultados. Pero, al igual que ocurre con toda cirugía, hay ciertos riesgos. ¿Es la cirugía LASIK adecuada para mí? Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente • Costo—la mayoría de los seguros mÊdicos no pagan este tipo de cirugía. • La operación LASIK no darå buenos resultados si su visión cambia a menudo. ¿Ha necesitado un cambio de sus lentes de contacto o de sus anteojos en el último aùo? Los cambios en la visión son mås probables si la persona: • Se encuentra a comienzos de sus 20 aùos

• Tiene diabetes o ciertos tipos de enfermedades • Estå embarazada o amamantando • Estå tomando algún medicamento que causa cambios en la vista, como los esteroides • La cirugía con låser no es recomendable para personas que practican deportes de contacto. Por ejemplo: boxeo, lucha, artes marciales. • La cirugía con låser no estå aprobada para las personas menores de 18 aùos. • En algunos trabajos no se permite que los empleados se hagan cierto tipo de operaciones. Consulte con su empleador para saber si este tipo de cirugía estå permitido. ¿Cuantas Consigua el mÊdico adecuado • cirugias ha relizado el mÊdico con el mismo låser? • ¿Ha recibido este låser la aprobación de la FDA? • ¿Se toma tiempo del mÊdico para contestar todas sus preguntas? Lo que su mÊdico debe averiguar antes de la cirugía Su mÊdico tiene que determi-

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Sin embargo, no debemos olvidar los gastos por reparaciones. Si usted compra un coche usado a $15,000, y el primer aĂąo las reparaciones del mismo totalizan los $5,000, ÂżadĂłnde se fueron los ahorros? Para garantizar que estĂĄ comprando un automĂłvil usado que no se convertirĂĄ en una mĂĄquina tragamonedas, siga estos pasos simples:

por uno, compare el costo de las piezas de repuesto necesarias para las reparaciones y mantenimiento mĂĄs comunes. Tal vez un modelo se venda por $5,000 menos que su favorito, pero si el costo de las piezas de repuesto es un 20 o 30 por ciento mayor que las del Š Copyright 2009 The Weekly Reporter otro vehĂ­culo, el modelo mĂĄs costoso podrĂ­a ser realmente una mejor opciĂłn. Use recursos en lĂ­nea como En las primeras etapas del RockAuto.com para compaproceso: rar los precios de las piezas Las reparaciones son una de repuesto. El Indice de - 1 0 0 ' $ 7 5 0 & 8 ( 8 - 8 % ; : . $ & 0 ; 2 Solution: consecuencia real de la compra ReparaciĂłn (Repair Index del G N U S S A L A D M E A de un coche usado. En la medi- sitio Web presenta automĂĄtida que ĂŠste envejece, comienza camente los precios del vasto R A S H A D I E U E D D a necesitar. $ = 8 ; 7 : ( 1 % 8 2 = ( : ( $ $ & . % 1 : mĂĄs mantenimiento catĂĄlogo de piezas de repuesto A S E A D O E R S S I Z y reparaciones. Es probable de la compaùía, de acuerdo al B A R R E N S I T U A T E que a algunos modelos usados, aĂąo, marca, modelo y tipo de con menos aĂąos en el mercado, pieza. Es una forma rĂĄpida y P R E P E E G les quede aĂşn parte de la gafĂĄcil de comparar el costo de S S W U S E S R H O M B rantĂ­a del fabricante, algo que las piezas en diferentes modA I R P S A L M R Y A no ocurre en los modelos mĂĄs elos, y los resultados pueden viejos. Sin embargo, la necesiser sorprendentes. B R U N T S I C T E T R dad latente de reparaciones no Por ejemplo, tal vez usted L E N O E M C E E H E tiene que atentar necesariapiense que el Chevy Metro E N G R A M S O M A S S mente contra la compra de un es un coche econĂłmico, pero vehĂ­culo usado, si determina sus piezas de repuesto pueden L E O Y O R E con antelaciĂłn cuĂĄnto pueden ser costosas, segĂşn RockAuto, B A P T I S M S T Y C O O costar esas reparaciones, y crea compaùía que vende piezas U T A H S A U D I L A V un presupuesto adecuado. N O P E R H I N O A H E Probablemente ya tenga ContinĂşa en la algunas marcas y modelos en S P A N S A T A N T U N pĂĄgina 16 >> mente. Pero antes de decidirse &URRNHG SROLWLFLDQV EHORQJ &RS\ULJKW ‹ 7KH :HHNO\ 5HSRUWHU

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No se dejen engañar por anuncios que dicen que usted puede trabajar en casa Este es un momento en que muchas personas están buscando trabajo. También es un momento en que algunas personas deshonestas desean robar su dinero, ofreciendo un trabajo a que no existe. Hay muchos anuncios en periódicos y revistas que le prometen un trabajo en casa que no son verdad. Normalmente, estos anuncios asegurarle que usted puede ganar miles de dólares cada

semana el envío de facturas o de otros materiales impresos a las personas por correo. A veces dicen que preparar las facturas médicas, pero no es verdad. Las personas que hacen esos anuncios suelen querer inducirle a enviar dinero a ellos. Son codiciosos personas que quieren engañar a usted y para tener dinero para el que desea obtener nada a cambio. Cuando usted responde a

este tipo de publicidad se le pedirá que envíe dinero a la empresa. Ellos le dirán que usted deberá pagar por los suministros que son necesarios para hacer el trabajo. Pueden pedirle que envíe cientos de dólares. Esto es sólo un truco para tener dinero. Compruebe para ver si dicha oferta es auténtico. En primer lugar: • Póngase en contacto con el Better Business Bureau para determinar si la empresa es legítima. • Siempre sospechosas cuando piden que envíe dinero o suministros para las instrucciones.

• No proporcione información personal acerca de usted antes de comprobar la empresa. Si usted cree que usted es una víctima de un fraude por favor ponerse en contacto con la Comisión Federal de Comercio o sus Consumer Sentinel la delincuencia en Internet Complaint Center. Estos delitos son investigados por el FBI y otros organismos. Siempre protegerse. Siempre sospechar cuando alguien quiere que usted envíe el dinero a ellos. Usted puede llamar al FBI al (708) 349-0004. La oficina del FBI en Orland Park. Hablan Español.

mación. Luego, analice el historial de reparaciones de una marca y modelo en particular con una fuente creíble como Consumer Reports. La organización independiente de clasificación cuenta con una enorme base de datos de información acerca de casi todas las marcas y modelos

disponibles en los Estados Unidos, a la cual contribuyen dueños y conductores reales aportando sus experiencias con un vehículo en particular. Una vez que encuentre el vehículo Cuando encuentre el vehículo que le interesa, analice el historial de reparaciones y

mantenimiento de ese coche específico. Solicite un reporte del historial del vehículo a una fuente como CarFax, que relaciona generalmente los mantenimientos importantes (reportados) y los accidentes. El reporte también puede ayudarle a detectar discrepancias en la lectura del cuentakilómetros, a saber si el vehículo fue usado en una zona propensa a inundaciones, o a descubrir si se reconstruyó luego de sufrir un accidente tan serio que fue declarado “pérdida total”. No compre jamás un coche usado hasta que su mecánico lo haya inspeccionado. Ni siquiera el de un concesionario que ofrece vehículos usados con “certificación”. Si el vendedor no acepta que usted lleve el automóvil a su mecánico, márchese a otro sitio. Finalmente, consulte con su agente de seguros para determinar cuánto le costará asegurar el vehículo. Porque un coche usado que pueda incrementar el total de su prima anual de seguros, no va a ser de ninguna manera la compra perfecta que usted pensaba.

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Cómo evitar altos costos de reparación cuando compre un coche usado por un promedio de un 20 a un 60 por ciento menos que otros concesionarios. La especialidad principal de la compañía es la venta directa de piezas a los consumidores, por lo cual es posible ahorrar aún más comprando piezas directamente, y haciendo las reparaciones por su cuenta. Visite el sitio Web www. RockAuto. com para obtener más infor-

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Cirugía de los ojos con láser o LASIK días libres de su trabajo para descansar y sentirse mejor. • Sentirá algo de dolor por unos cuantos días. • Durante unos cuantos días no podrá ver con claridad. Para tener los resultados definitivos tal vez deba esperar varios meses. Para relizar una denuncia La FDA controla la venta de los equipos láser utilizados para la cirugía LASIK. Si tiene algún problema con la cirugía LASIK para los ojos, en primer lugar hable con su médico. Luego, informe sobre el problema al Programa de la FDA de Información sobre Inocuidad y Notificación de Sucesos Adversos (MedWatch) por el teléfono 1-800- 332-1088. O vaya a: “MedWatch: Medical Product Reporting/Safety Information” (en inglés) en el sitio web de la FDA www.fda.gov. Para obtener más información: Centro sobre Dispositivos Médicos y Salud Radiológica (CDRH) de la Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos (FDA) Teléfono: 1-888-INFO-FDA (1888-463-6332). Learning About LASIK (en inglés). FDA Office of Women’s Health.

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