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COMMUNITY Cubs bat kid

Westmont boy honored as Cubs bat kid

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COMMUNITY Chilympics

Local duo wins chili competition for second year

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FORUM Special voices

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BUSINESS Fantastic Sams New hair salon open on Woodward Avenue

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SPORTS Cross Country

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Westmont installing Illinois’ first pervious concrete street by jonathan samples | BUGLE STAFF

he village of Westmont announced last month that it will be the first illinois municipality to construct a pervious concrete street and hopes the project will inspire other towns to follow its lead. this “green” stormwater management strategy is part of the South Cumnor road reconstruction project and is being installed in the stretch of road between 59th and 61st streets. Pervious concrete allows rainwater that hits its surface to be filtered through the material, rather than be diverted into storm sewers. see ‘LEADING’ on paGe 4

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Construction crews install pervious concrete street on South Cumnor road in Westmont.

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Westmont boy honored as Cubs bat kid Cubs Hall of Famer, current players welcomed Jacob Day Westmont resident Jacob Day, 8, had a big day Sept. 28 with his favorite big league team.

The Fairmount Elementary second grader hung out with Hall of Famer Billy Williams and current Chicago Cubs players and served as the honorary bat kid during the team’s final home game of the 2015 regular season. Jacob’s younger brother, Carter, joined him for the opportunity, which came about due to the

team’s partnership with Advocate Health Care. Jacob was born five weeks prematurely at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, and doctors soon discovered that he had a congenital heart defect that would require open-heart surgery. At 4 months old, Jacob had his first open-heart surgery. Just before his fifth birthday, Jacob underwent his second successful open-heart surgery, and once again, his recovery was remarkable. He now attends Fairmount Elementary in Downers Grove, where he is active and enjoys playing soccer, baseball and basketball through the Downers Grove Park District. A huge Cubs fan, Jacob’s favorite player is Anthony Rizzo. Throughout the Cubs’ season, Advocate Health Care provides young patients with the opportunity to be honorary bat kids for a game.

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Hall of Famer Billy Williams hangs in the Chicago Cubs dugout with bat boy Jacob Day, middle and his brother, Carter, of Westmont.

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Duo wins Chilympics chili cook off for second year Winners advance to International Chili Society’s World Championships

For the second straight year, Scott Carbon and Dave Bormann claimed first place and the $500 prize in the Downers Grove Park District Chilympics. After being named winners of the competition, held Sept 26 at Fishel Park, the duo will now advance to the International Chili Society’s World Championships in Reno, Nevada. Jannie Fabianski won the prize for best salsa and People’s Choice salsa, while Don Peters and Downers Grove Village Council member Bob Barnett won the People’s Choice award for chili. Nine chili competitors and three salsa competitors faced off during

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Chef Dave Thommes of Fit Chef Chicago prepares a Smokey Chipotle Guacamole as part of a culinary demonstration at the 2015 Chilympics.

the third annual Chilympics chili cook off. The homestyle event allowed competitors to use any ingredients in their chili or salsa recipes. A panel of judges select the overall winner for the chili contest, which is sanctioned by the ICS, and the salsa contest. “The addition of a salsa contest to this year’s event will add some extra spice to the contest,” Kari Gregori, special events supervisor for the park district, said in a release prior

to the event. Festival visitors also voted for their favorite recipes, as part of the chili and salsa People’s Choice contests. The event was sponsored by the Downers Grove Park District, Fresh Thyme Market., Wenzel Select Properties, Perillo of Downers Grove, Downers Grove Economic Development Corporation, Rotary Club of Downers Grove, Bank Financial and the Grove Foundation for Recreation.

Downers Grove park board appoints new commissioner Tom Salaba was sworn in on the Downers Grove Park District Board of Commissioners on Sept. 17. He will serve the remaining two years of Damienne Souter’s term, who resigned from the board. The Downers Grove Park District

said Salaba is a small business owner, who has been a resident of Downers Grove for nine years. He has been involved with several park district programs, including basketball, baseball and the fitness center.

2015 Westmont state of the village set for Oct. 21 The village of Westmont announced that its annual state of the village presentation will be held Oct. 21 at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center, 3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook. According to the village, Westmont Mayor Ron Gunter and village staff will discuss village finances, economic development, programs and services, and community events, among other topics. The presentation is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m., with registration set for 7:30 a.m. Westmont Chamber of Commerce

Executive Director Larry Forssberg said this year’s address will be expanded in scope. “We’re trying something different this year,” he said, adding that this year’s presentation will be held in the morning and feature a continental breakfast. “As always, we’re looking forward to an informative presentation by the village.” The public is invited to sign up and attend. For ticket information, contact the Chamber of Commerce at 630-960-5553 or register online at www.westmontchamber.com.

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www.dupagecrimestoppers.com • 800.222.tips Wednesday, October 7, 2015 | bug lenewspapers.com The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Downers Grove, Westmont and Woodridge police departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

Downers Grove Alejai Gonzalez-Alcantara, 36, 6719 Park Lane Apt. 1, Westmont, was arrested at 3:29 p.m. Sept. 23 at Ogden and Fairview for driving while license suspended. John E. Krause, 46, 5404 W. 135th Court, Crestwood, was arrested at 4:29 p.m. Sept. 23 in the 3800 block of Highland Avenue for theft. Dana L. Hendrickson, 30, 2411 Ogden Ave. Apt. 6, Downers Grove, was arrested at 5:56 p.m. Sept. 23 at the residence for promoting prostitution.

license suspended, traffic offenses and a warrant-failure to appear. Aaron C. Lockner, 29, 7330 Canterbury Place, Downers Grove, was arrested at 1:12 a.m. Sept. 24 in the 7300 block of Canterbury for criminal damage to property. Susan C. Jahn, 46, 200 E. Fifth Ave. Apt. 263, Naperville, was arrested at 1:42 a.m. Sept. 24 at Belmont and Ogden for driving under the influence of alcohol. Brian R. Jazdzewski, 25, 1213 Robin Drive, Carol Stream, was arrested at 2:@5 a.m. Sept. 24 at Best Buy, 7401 Lemont Road, for retail theft, battery, obstructing identification and violation of bail bond. Kenneth T. Deluco, 20, 4003 Liberty Blvd., Westmont, was arrested at 10:04 p.m. Sept. 24 in the 0-100 block of Ogden Avenue for retail theft.

operating a motor vehicle while using an electronic device and disobeyed traffic control signal. Brenda N. Maugeri, 20, 8425 Mystictrace, Darien, was arrested at 5:04 p.m. Sept. 26 at the Downers Grove Police Department for theft and possession of alcohol by minor. Ramzis Nazirovich Gasanov, 32, 1201 E. Roosevelt Road Apt. 1, Wheaton, was arrested at 5:55 p.m. Sept. 26 in the 3300 block of Finley Road for retail theft. Elena Martinez-Aguilera, 41, 3809 North Williams St., Westmont, was arrested at 6:07 p.m. Sept. 26 in the 2900 block of Finley Road for retail theft. Nicholas S. Tannish, 38, 5500 Main, Downers Grove, was arrested at 7:33 p.m. Sept. 26 at the residence for two counts of domestic battery.

Marcy B. Soskin, 49, 460 Minnesota Circle, Carol Stream, was arrested at 5:56 p.m. Sept. 23 in the 2400 block of Ogden for prostitution.

Gregg A. Davis, 49, 317 S. Lincoln, Westmont, was arrested at 1 p.m. Sept. 25 in the 1200 block of Ogden for drinking alcohol beverage in public and a warrant.

Luis A. Carrasco-Alvarez, 28, 2945 Wellington Apt. 306, Lisle, was arrested at 8:28 a.m. Sept. 27 in the 4100 block of Finley for speeding and driving while license suspended.

Daniel Llano-Ventura, 32, 604 W. 65th St. Apt. 6, Westmont, was arrested at 8:19 p.m. Sept. 23 at 63rd and Fairview for driving while

Kyshona L. Dunn, 20, 8 Tower Court, Downers Grove, was arrested at 10 a.m. Sept. 26 at Williams and 75th for driving while license suspended,

Tyesha L. Tyler, 20, 622 E. Piper Ave., Flint, Michigan, was arrested at 6:19 p.m. Sept. 30 in the 2100 block of Butterfield for possession

roadways and parking lot projects, but this is the first time it has been used in a municipal roadway. “Other towns will be watching this project in Westmont with a lot of interest,” said Brian Lutey, vice president of sustainability and compliance with Ozinga Ready Mix Concrete. “This is the first project of this type in a fivestate area.” Pervious concrete works by allowing rainwater to filter through to a layer of stone below the roadway, where it will be stored for 3 to 5 days before being

released. This process is designed to maximize the amount of water absorbed by the ground, which would otherwise be directed into storm sewers and water treatment plants. According to the village, pervious concrete has additional environmental benefits. Typical asphalt pavement releases pollutants that ultimately enter the water, but pervious concrete does not have contain these pollutants. The village noted that pervious concrete is designed to capture pollutants, such as fertilizers

leading | from page 1 “This project demonstrates our community’s commitment to addressing stormwater management concerns, while maintaining an environmentalfriendly approach,” Westmont Mayor Ron Gunter said in a news release. “It’s exciting that Westmont is the first municipality in the State of Illinois to construct a pervious concrete street.” The village said the porous concrete has been used in alleys, driveways, parking lanes along

of cannabis and prostitution. Janval Macha Alexander, 44, 1200 Klein Ave., Downers Grove, was arrested at 8:01 p.m. Sept. 30 at Belmont and Wisconsin for driving while license suspended and operation of a motor vehicle with suspended registration.

Westmont John Fierce, 27, 703 W. Liberty Drive, Wheaton, was arrested at 4:55 p.m. Sept. 21 in the 900 block of Oakmont Plaza Drive for trespassing. Cristian Perez, 19, 456 Chestnut St., Batavia, was arrested at 9:05 p.m. Sept. 21 in the 0-100 block of East 63rd Street for driving with a suspended license. Sunny Kakkad, 18, 573 Hamilton Ave., Westmont, was arrested at 9:55 p.m. Sept. 23 in the 500 block of Hamilton Avenue for domestic battery. Mohamed Daoud, 58, 512 Hamilton Ave., Westmont, was arrested at 4:50 p.m. Sept. 25 in the 500 block of Hamilton for domestic battery.

was arrested at 9:20 p.m. Sept. 25 in the 100 block of North Cass Avenue for DUI, possession of drug paraphernalia and driving with a revoked license. LaCoulton Walls, 54, 130 N. Mason Ave., Chicago, was arrested at 7:40 p.m. Sept. 27 in the 6100 block of South Williams Street for driving with a suspended license. Belinda Bokuniewicz, 44, 1563 Dunston Road, Canton, Michigan, was arrested at 9:15 p.m. Sept. 27 in the 600 block of North Cass Avenue for DUI.

Woodridge Juan Gomez, 30, 1517 Bellview Avenue, Rockdale, was arrested at 1 a.m. Sept. 26 in the 8400 block of Woodward Avenue for DUI-alcohol. Logan Melton, 23, 6708 Aspen Lane, Westmont; and Ashley Thomas, 23, 8S785 Dunham Road, Downers Grove, were arrested at 9:31 p.m. Sept. 30 in the 8200 block of Westview Lane for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Justin Rudolph, 32, 2328 Charmingfare Drive, Woodridge,

from lawns, heavy metals, grease and oils from vehicles. As the water filters through, microbes within the product are designed to dissolve these pollutants. Furthermore, the concrete’s porous nature means the road will not require salt to prevent ice buildup during the winter, and prevent puddles or pooling of water on the surface during rainstorms. “With a new revenue source dedicated to stormwater management, Westmont will be aggressively addressing concerns

that are facing Westmont and municipalities throughout the greater Chicagoland area,” Village Manager Stephen May said in reference to a referendum passed last year that created a stormwater-infrastructure sales tax. Village officials said pervious concrete requires unique maintenance to prolong its durability, including the use of rubber blades by snow plows and vacuuming in dry months to ensure the material remains porous.

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Last Thursday, the latest in a series of horrific mass shootings occurred at an Oregon community college. The perpetrator, whose name I will not by jonathan mention, walked into samples Umpqua Community managing editor College and killed at least nine people and seriously injured several others. As for the motives behind this senseless act of violence, I will not speculate. But what I will say is that I, like many of you, am disgusted with what has becoming a disturbing trend in our country. I’m disgusted with the frequency of these tragedies. A Mother Jones’ investigation into U.S. mass shootings found that 308 people have been killed and 220 injured between 2005 and July 16, 2015, in mass murders involving a firearm. The families of these victims and countless others have suffered irreparable harm. I’m disgusted with the passive

coverage of these incidents by a mostly exploitative media, highlighting the carnage and ignoring the cause. This abdication of responsibility by “news” outlets that recognize the potential of these stories to draw an audience, but fail to accept their obligation to question and challenge the culture in which they occur, is inexcusable. I’m disgusted with how desensitized our country has become to mass killings, setting a timetable of interest and outrage, and seeing little more than “hashtag” activism as a response. I’m disgusted with feelings of discomfort that sometimes arise during large social gatherings and with the specter of tragedy that has no chance to dissipate in the short lapses of time between these awful incidents. I’m disgusted with the lack of empathy and action from our leaders and representatives in response to this disturbing trend, offering instead staged displays of sympathy to the families of victims but ignoring their pleas for changes to this country’s gun laws. I’m disgusted with the idealism displayed by both sides of the debate over how guns fit into our present culture – an idealism that clouds any meaningful discussion of the issue and prevents any response to these tragedies. I’m disgusted with the glorification of firearms and gun culture in this country.

This way of thinking has propelled the U.S. to No. 1 in every meaningful statistic related to gun ownership and gun violence. The Council on Foreign Relations found that the U.S. ranks No. 1 in firearms per capita and contains 35-50 percent of the world’s civilian-owned firearms, despite having less than 5 percent of the world’s population. Among developed nations, the U.S. also has the highest rate of homicides by firearms. Additionally, research by Politifact found that the number of people killed by gunfire in the U.S. between 1968 and 2011 is greater than the total number of U.S. deaths in every war it has fought. From the Revolutionary War to the Iraq war, 1.2 million Americans were killed in those conflicts. In the 43-year period studied by Politifact, there were 1.4 million firearm deaths. It has been made unbearably clear by gun-rights advocates such as NRA President Wayne LaPierre that the “right” to bear arms is more important than the unalienable right of U.S. citizens to live without the threat of gun violence. We take these truths to be self evident, that all people have the right to safety and wellbeing; that a 227-year-old passage should serve more as roadmap and less as dogma; and that we as a united people must find the courage and understanding to prevent the next mass murder. If the fetishizaiton of firearms is a fundamental piece of our identity as Americans, then perhaps it’s time we reinvent ourselves.

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Everyday inclusion changes the game In the month of October, we celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month, a time for us to learn to see Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities as a gift. A time to focus on an individual’s abilities. A time where we educate our communities about ways to accept and include those of us with special needs. Take for example, By Daniel my new friends Smrokowski Erin Compton, 10, Bugle Columnist of Clarendon Hills; Becky Cavanagh, 10, of Clarendon Hills; and Callie Devine, 9, of Westmont. Erin and Becky are children, the same as their friend Callie or any other typically

developing child. The quality that makes Erin and Becky different than Callie is that the two girls were born with Down syndrome. A good group of friends is one that is built on inclusion and where acceptance is at the core of the friendship. When the three girls are together, they show the world how to accept each other for their own individual abilities. “When they are together, none of them have special needs,” said Diane Compton, mother of Erin. “[That] is pretty spectacular.” The time I spend with friends is similar to this group of girls. When my friends and I are together, it’s as if we don’t have special needs.Whether I’m with my friend Georgia Hunter, who was diagnosed with Down syndrome, or my friends Breanna

Bogucki or Josh LeClaire, both diagnosed with autism, we just accept and include each other no matter the special needs. Erin and Becky first met when Diane started a reading group for children with special needs. Callie and Erin first met when Callie’s grandfather, Jerry Galvin, took Callie for a walk and stopped to play with Erin who was playing in her yard. Soon after they learned about Signing Times, a video series that shows children with special needs how to communicate using American Sign Language. Sign language helps to combat the frustration that one might have in communicating needs and wants. Sign language became the ice breaker for Erin’s and Callie’s friendship. From the beginning of their amazing friendship, Callie recognized and valued Erin’s abilities. “[Callie] has been amazing in

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Despite losing seven seniors from last year’s squad, Downers South entered this season with several players with varsity experience and had to replace just two starters. That helped them get off to a strong start to the season, winning six of their first eight matches against tough competition. Leading the way this year are hitters Rachel Schneider, a 6-foot, 2-inch senior, and Kiera James, a junior. Fellow junior and thirdyear varsity player Renee Kryk is the setter. The experience of the setter with the hitters was vital to the fast start for the Mustangs. “In the beginning of the season we had some trouble connecting, but that always happens,” Schneider said. “But we’ve gotten used to the setter and the setter is connecting with us. Renee has really connected with our middles and I think this is the best we’ve set the middles.” “We had a lot of returning hitters, so that helped a lot,” Kryk said. “I knew where they wanted it and I just had to get the rhythm down.” Now in her third year, Kryk has taken on more of a leadership role on the team, despite being just a junior. She also transitioned to being the lone setter. “I know my first year I was shy on the team and didn’t talk a lot,” Kryk

said. “But now, with me running a 5-1 this year, it is my responsibility they are all knowing what I am hitting. I like it a lot.” The Mustangs already beat Hinsdale South in conference play and are looking to finish the season defending their WSC Gold title. A regional championship is also on their radar. “Our goals are to win conference and win regionals this year,” James said. “I know in past years we had difficulty keeping a steady pace throughout the season, so this year we hope to stay consistent all year and work together as a team,” Schneider said. “We want to have fun on the court.” “I think communication is the key and doing that will lead us to success,” Schneider said. “We have to stay determined and committed. If we do, we can win conference. We want to pull through and win regionals, too. I definitely think we are a good enough team.” Communication and hard work appear to be the buzz words for Downers South in its quest to accomplish its goals. “We want to come together as a team and always communicate and talk when we are on the court,” James said. “We want to work 100 percent all the time.” “We lost a lot of seniors last year, but we are coming together as a team really well,” James said. “We did a lot of bonding in the preseason. We used the early season tournaments to get used to each other.”

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Westmont cross country girls go 3-1 in quad

In girls cross country action Westmont defeated Lisle, Plano and Walther Christian but came up short against Seneca. Halle Nash led the Sentinel attack with a second-place finish in 20:13. Lisa Niemiec and Peyton Nash finished sixth and seventh in 21:02. Lily Arndt was not far behind finishing in 8th at 21:49 and freshman Frankie Fabry

finished 10th in 21:55. “We had our first five in the top ten but then so did Seneca,” Westmont coach Steve Wolf said. “This is the best we’ve run against them going back to last year so the girls were very happy with the results.” •In boys action Westmont defeated conference opponents Lisle, Plano and Seneca but fell to Walther Christian. Paul Gordon and Jasper Requiron led the Sentinels finishing fourth and fifth at 17:51 and 17:55, respectively. Sam Asa was not far behind finishing seventh in 18:11. Ryan Pleva (18th, 19:26) and Tom

Dea (20th, 19:55) rounded out the Westmont scoring. “We had a lot of PRs today and some very near PR’s so this was a good race for us and the guys are starting to gain some confidence along with some valuable racing experience,” Wolf said. •The Downers South girls placed second out of 34 teams at the Peoria Central Invite. Katie Stapleton led the team with her fourth place finish and PR time of 17:43. That time is the third fastest 3-mile time in DGS history. Becky Versaskas and Michaela Hackbarth also ran great races, finishing in 14th and 15th places

with identical times of 18:14. The remainder of the squad also ran season best times at Detweiller Park, with Jill Boyle running 18:25, Gillian Thomas running 18:40, Emily Qualizza running 18:48,and Natalie Olsen running 19:11.

finished in fifth place shooting 83 and Patrick Reeg sixth with an 84.

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Benet topped Joliet Catholic 9-0. Richie Michalik and Devin Martini scored two goals each to lead the Redwings.

The Downers Grove South varsity boys golf team won the WSC Gold conference tournament held at Prairie Bluff Golf Course in Lockport on Tuesday, September 29. Trent Caraher took first place, shooting 75, Dean Netzel was second with a 78, Corey Vondra

Lisle lost to Westmont 15-25, 25-15, 20-25. Robyn Griffin had five kills and four aces. Catherine Coppin had five kills, nine digs and four aces, Hope Kiesling had 14 assists and Melissa Ericson had 14 digs.

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Downers South has kept its impressive streak of WSC Gold meet wins this year. The Mustangs have now won 100 straight conference dual meets and 16 conference titles in a row and are the team to beat again this year in the WSC Gold. They return two of the top four girls from their 21st place team last year in state in Kate Stapleton and Jill Boyle. Senior Michaela Hackbarth, the 800-meter state champion this past spring in track, also returns. Senior Emily Gualizza and freshmen Becky Versaskas and Olivia Duax also look to contribute. “We want to continue to improve throughout the season, win conference and give ourselves an opportunity to qualify for state,” Downers South coach Doug Plunkett said. “We need to stay healthy and push each other to faster times.” The Mustangs have been focused

on achieving their goals so far this year. “This is a very hard working, committed team,” Plunkett said. “If we can transfer that effort into results, we will accomplish all of our goals.” •After finishing 22nd in the state last year, one spot behind its district rival, Downers North has the looks of an even stronger team this year. That is because the Trojans return their top six finishers from last year in Emma Moravec (Jr.), Grace Maletich (Sr.), Kaitlyn Bonfield (Sr.), Angela Budach (Sr.), Zoe Covey (Jr.), and Ashley Johnson (Sr.). They are joined by a solid cast of newcomers in junior Gina Kowalewicz, sophomores Katie Cantlin and Grace Puc and freshmen Victoria Finklea (Fr.), and Abby Koors. “We are hoping for a return to Peoria and a stronger finish,” Downers North coach Tim McDonald said. “We need hard work, dedication and a tough racing mentality.

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“I am excited for the season. This is not a rebuilding year and the girls know it. They are focused on having a strong season.” Even with a loaded team, the Trojans will have their hands full in the WSC Silver. That is because

Glenbard West returns six of its top seven runners from last year’s third-place state team and Hinsdale Central returns five of its top seven from its sectional championship team. “Glenbard West has a senior class

that has finished third, first and third the past three years. They have a lot of talent and depth.” •Benet finished ninth in sectional competition last year and will be

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10 success | from page 9 looking to advance to state this year behind junior Clare McCabe, who was the lone state qualifier last year for the Redwings. “We want to improve on our ninth place finish at sectionals and qualify for state as a team,” Benet coach Scott Brooks said. “We need to do a better job of racing together in a pack and finishing races with more confidence.” Also returning for Benet are seniors Anna Brown and Julia Walchessen and juniors Amanda DeSitter, Rachel Strons and Mary Kate Healy.

Wednesday, October 7, 2015 | bug lenewspapers.com Jessica Jugovich, a freshman, will join the group this year. “We need to take the next step as a team this year,” Brooks said. “We were a young team last year (none of our top seven were seniors), but now we are a very upperclassmenheavy lineup that has a lot of varsity race experience. That experience needs to show itself on race day with consistency for us to end the season in Peoria where we want to be.” •Westmont returns six of their top seven from last year’s 22ndplace finish in state. Senior Brittany Elermann and sophomores Halle Nash, Peyton Nash, Lisa Niemiec,

Lily Arndt, Hannah Abbatacola and Ashley Eiermann all return. They are joined by freshmen Frankie Fabry and Katie Schults. After finishing behind Seneca in the conference race last year and Chicago Christian at both regionals and sectionals, Westmont hopes to top both teams this year, as well as finishing in the top 10 in the state. Their performance last year at state has coach Steve Wolf excited about the season. “We ran very well as a pack last year at state and we will need to do that again this year, but we need to move that pack up,” he said. “We

need to average about a minute faster than last year. “Our talent, experience, team chemistry, dedication and desire should bring a lot of success for this team.”

BOYS Westmont has just three key returners in Sam Asa, Jasper Requiron and Ryan Pleva, while Paul Gordon and Robby Burns are newcomers looking to make a splash. “We want to finish high in conference, regional and sectional,” Wolf said. “We want to return to state, if not as a team then with individuals.” Westmont won a sectional title and finished 17th in the state last year, but will have its work cut out for it this year with the top four runners from last year gone. “With such a young team we should be in a rebuilding year, but I think with a lot of hard work we can achieve some nice goals this year,” Wolf said. •Downers South senior Jack LaLonde returns to lead the Mustangs after qualifying for state last year. He is joined by fellow returners Max O’Meara, Joey Eterno, Alan Zhou, Austin Rutkowski, Zach

Scheffel and sophomore Stephen Pipilas. Freshman Eddie Siuda looks to make an impact this year as well. “First and foremost, we aspire to work to our potential every single day,” Downers South coach Brian Caldwell said. “We have a hard-working and tough group of guys that are holding each other accountable and running their best consistently, not just for personal goals, but for the betterment of the team as a whole. We hope to improve each week and progress to be in a position to compete for a conference title. Once the state series gets going, our goal is to run at our highest level and hopefully be racing in November at the state meet.” Health and energy will be vital for the Mustangs to meet their goals. “A key for us at this point is getting and staying healthy,” Caldwell said. “We have a few guys that will be critical to our success that aren’t 100 percent right now, but they are going above and beyond in cross training to not only maintain, but improve their overall fitness. Right now, we have a fantastic energy about our team and as long as that continues, this should be a special season for us.”

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Area couple opens veteran-owned salon in Woodridge By Bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @DownersGrvBugle

After serving in both Iraq and Afghanistan, Gary Hughes has fulfilled his dream of owning his own business. Hughes and his wife, Kimberly, have wanted to open a Fantastic Sams hair salon for quite some time and that is now a reality. The veteran-owned business is located in the Centerpointe Plaza at 7440 S. Woodward Ave., Woodridge. Kimberly said their team of

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS CENTRAL MORTGAGE COMPANY PLAINTIFF VS JOHN A. SKROBOT A/K/A JOHN SKROBOT; RACHEL M. SKROBOT A/K/A RACHEL SKROBOT; TARGET NATIONAL BANK F/K/A RETAILERS NATIONAL BANK; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 002126 18W648 PLAINFIELD ROAD DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on August 4, 2015, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on November 5, 2015, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 09-33-100-012 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 18W648 PLAINFIELD ROAD DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 Description of Improvements: BROWN, BRICK, SINGLE FAMILY HOME, TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $217,489.38. Sale Terms: This is an \”AS IS\” sale for \”CASH\”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality

stylists are focused on providing new and exciting salon services and the highest levels of customer satisfaction. To celebrate the grand opening, the Woodridge Fantastic Sam’s is offering $7.99 haircuts until Nov. 1. Additionally, seniors get 10 percent off all services and products Monday-Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fire, police, military and teachers are included in the 10 percent off promotion. For more information or to make an appointment, call 630-515-0074 or stop in.

or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1310086 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I669420 Published 9/23, 9/30, 10/7.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Alan B. Patera; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2013CH 002293 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF

REAL ESTATE

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 4/7/2014, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 11/3/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY- WHEATON, ILLINOIS

PIN 09-32-108-002 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8019 Highland Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60516 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-18013. I669732 Published 9/23, 9/30, 10/7.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS M&T BANK

Kondaur Capital Corporation as separate trustee of Matawin Ventures Trust Series 2014-3 Plaintiff, vs. The Woodridge Country Club Condominium Association No. 8; JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Frederick E. Gurley aka Rick Gurley aka Frederick Edwin Gurley aka Fred E. Gurley aka Fred Gurley; Nick Gurley aka Nicholas Gurley; Thomas Gurley; Unknown Owners and NonRecord Claimants Defendants.

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NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on July 16, 2015, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on November 17, 2015, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

Property Address: 7748 Woodward Avenue, Woodridge, Illinois 60517 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on August 13, 2015, I, Sheriff, John E Zaruba of Dupage County, Illinois, will hold a sale on November 17, 2015 , commencing at 10 AM, at the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 7748 Woodward Avenue, Woodridge, Illinois 60517 P.I.N.: 08-25-420-024 First Lien Position; Condominium; Judgment Amount $46,637.67 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g) (1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. The property will not be open for inspection. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Dupage County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Sales Department at ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR FOR ITS RESPECTIVE CLIENTS AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. I670441 Published 10/7, 10/14, 10/21.

VS RICHARD SALAZAR; RAMONA SALAZAR A/K/A RAMONA M SALAZAR; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 000973 2522 RAVINIA LANE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517

TAX NO. 08-25-102-021 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2522 RAVINIA LANE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: GRAY ALUMINUM RANCH SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ONE CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $123,404.20. Sale Terms: This is an \”AS IS\” sale for \”CASH\”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1302569 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I670718 Published 10/7, 10/14, 10/21.

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OCTOBER 7

Turning 65 - Understanding Medicare. 7 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Eligibility, enrollment, coverage, and benefits of Medicare and its supplemental plans. Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois representative Diane Aducci.

OCTOBER 8

Read to the Dogs. 7 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Share a story with some good doggy listeners. Therapy dogs will be here to listen to children read stories to them. Reading to these dogs can improve children’s reading and communication skills while also being fun! Call 630-960-1200 to schedule a 15-minute slot.

OCTOBER 10

Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the south parking lot of the Downers Grove Main Street Train Station. The market includes more than 60 vendors, a variety of local musicians, cooking demonstrations and more. For more information, visit www.ymcachicago. org. Trapped in a room with a zombie. 2 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. Up to 12 brave souls will be locked in a room with a zombie faced with the simplest of tasks-to get out alive! Solve a number of different mind games, physical challenges and a series of clues as you attempt to escape. Oh yeah, did we mention there’s a zombie chained to the wall trying to feast on you? Get a group of 12 together or just you and a friend. With only a limited number of spots available this is sure to fill up fast, so book your spot now. Fee: $10 res, $15 non-res, per person. For more information, visit www.dgparks.org. French Market. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at PrairieWalk Pond, Garfield Avenue and Route 53 in Lisle. Parking is available in the Garfield Lot or along Main Street. This open-air market includes artisan crafts, baked goods, cheeses, food, fresh produce, home accessories, jewelry, knife sharpening, meats, olive oils, pet products and more.

OCTOBER 11

Concert: May the Musical Force Be With You. 2 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Zazz, an alternative jazz quintet, performs innovative music uniquely created from jazz standard,

Broadway, and popular music. In honor of Star Wars Reads Day, all songs will feature a celestial, science-fiction sound. Bring the whole family and come in costume if you’d like. (The musicians will!) Refreshments provided. Anderson’s 3rd Annual Fan Frenzy. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lisle Hilton, 3003 Corporate Drive West, Lisle. Anderson’s Bookshops present a fresh look at books for YA readers. This day of informal fun features games, story-starter sessions, quirky quizzes, lunch and guest authors. Tickets are $49. Advance reservations required. Call 630-820-2802.

OCTOBER 12

Scarecrow Decorating and Display Contest. Begins Oct. 12 through Nov. 1. Local businesses, organizations,residentsandfamiliesare invited to participate and help decorate our downtown for the fall season. More information and an application for the event can be found at http://tinyurl. com/Westmont-Scarecrow-Contest. For additional information, please contact the Westmont Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau at 630960-5553. Columbus Day Hayrides. 2 to 2:45 p.m. in the Community Center Parking Lot, 2600 Center Drive. Take some time off this school holiday for a bit of fall fun! Get your family or group together and join the Woodridge Park District for a hayride through some of the neighborhoods and parks of Woodridge. This ride will entertain all ages. Children under 14 years must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required. For more information, visit www. woodridgeparks.org.

OCTOBER 13

Chicago Ghost Stories. 7 p.m. at the Woodridge Library. Storyteller Michael McCann will share dramatic and haunting (but not too creepy) stories of ghosts suspected to roam Chicago. Touching on historical events, people and places, this program will leave you wondering: fact or fiction? Registration is requested online at woodridgelibrary.org or by calling 630487-2578.

OCTOBER 14

Turning 65 - Understanding Medicare.11a.m.atDGPL.Eligibility, enrollment, coverage, and benefits of Medicare and its supplemental plans. Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois representative Diane Aducci.

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DOWNERS GROVE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS CENTRAL MORTGAGE COMPANY PLAINTIFF VS JOHN A. SKROBOT A/K/A JOHN SKROBOT; RACHEL M. SKROBOT A/K/A RACHEL SKROBOT; TARGET NATIONAL BANK F/K/A RETAILERS NATIONAL BANK; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 002126 18W648 PLAINFIELD ROAD DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on August 4, 2015, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on November 5, 2015, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 1 IN LAKE IN THE WOODS, A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 32 AND THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 12, 1969 AS DOCUMENT R69-40874 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION FILED OCTOBER 29, 1969 AS DOCUMENT R69-47339 IN DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 09-33-100-012 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 18W648 PLAINFIELD ROAD DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 Description of Improvements: BROWN, BRICK, SINGLE FAMILY HOME, TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $217,489.38. Sale Terms: This is an \”AS IS\” sale for \”CASH\”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium

unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\\\service. atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1310086 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I669420 Published 9/23, 9/30, 10/7.

DOWNERS GROVE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Alan B. Patera; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2013CH 002293 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 4/7/2014, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 11/3/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 124 IN BRUCE LAKE COUNTRY ESTATES UNIT 4, BEING A SUBDIVISION ON PART OF THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 20, 1956 AS DOCUMENT 816924 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION FILED SEPTEMBER 12, 1957 AS DOCUMENT 856154, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO THE USE OF PARKING SPACES P-1, P-2, P-3, P-4 AND P-5, AS LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS DELINEATED ON THE SURVEY ATTACHED TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM OWNERSHIP RECORDED JUNE 21, 2007 AS DOCUMENT NO. R2007-115181.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

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Property Address: 704, 706, 708 and 710 Rogers Street, Downers Grove, Illinois 60515

09-08-232-002-0000 09-08-232-003-0000 09-08-232-004-0000 09-08-232-005-0000 (underlying PIN 09-08-205-0210000)

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-18013.

PIN 09-32-108-002

I669732

Improved with Single Family Home

Published 9/23, 9/30, 10/7.

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8019 Highland Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60516

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS HEALTHCARE CAPITAL GROUP, LLC Plaintiff, vs. ROGERS STREET CONDO, LLC; ROY V. KURIEN; SIENNA SQUARE TOWNHOME CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATON; UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS,

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to the following: UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS. Notice is hereby given to Defendants in the above-entitled suit that the above-named Plaintiff has filed its Complaint in said Court for Foreclosure pursuant to the mortgage foreclosure laws of the State of Illinois, of the lands and premises in the Complaint situated in Dupage County, State of Illinois: UNIT NOS. 704, 706, 708, and 710 IN SIENNA SQUARE TOWNHOME CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINIATED ON A PLAT OF SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED TRACT OF LAND: LOT 12 IN BLOCK 5 IN STANLEY’S ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF DOWNER GROVE, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 1, 1883 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 31767, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS WHICH PLAST OF SUERVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “a”

TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM OWNESHIP RECORDED JUNE 21, 2007 AS DOCUMENT NO. R2007-115181, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, ALL IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2:

Common Address: 704, 706, 708 and 710 Rogers Street, Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 that summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that said suit is now pending. The said Complaint is for the foreclosure of the mortgage. NOW THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU, the said above defendant(s), file your answer to the complaint in this case or otherwise file your appearance in the Office of the Clerk of DuPage County Circuit Court, located at 505 County Farm Road, Wheaton, Illinois, on or before the October 30, 2015, a default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. Kaplan, Papadakis & Gournis, P.C. 180 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2108 Chicago, IL 60601 312.726.0531 I670497 Published 9/30, 10/7, 10/14.

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F14010256 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY- WHEATON, ILLINOIS Kondaur Capital Corporation as separate trustee of Matawin Ventures Trust Series 2014-3 Plaintiff, vs. The Woodridge Country Club Condominium Association No. 8; JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Frederick E. Gurley aka Rick Gurley aka Frederick Edwin Gurley aka Fred E. Gurley aka Fred Gurley; Nick Gurley aka Nicholas Gurley; Thomas Gurley; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants.

14 CH 365 Property Address: 7748 Woodward Avenue, Woodridge, Illinois 60517 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on August 13, 2015, I, Sheriff, John E Zaruba of Dupage County, Illinois, will hold a sale on November 17, 2015 , commencing at 10 AM, at the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: UNIT 8G IN BUILDING 11 IN THE WOODRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB CONDOMINIUM NUMBER 8 AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: THAT PART OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “A” TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R7919434, TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. Commonly known as: 7748 Woodward Avenue, Woodridge, Illinois 60517 P.I.N.: 08-25-420-024 First Lien Position; Condominium; Judgment Amount $46,637.67 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g) (1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. The property will not be open for inspection. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Dupage County.

Sales Department at ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.alolawgroup. com 24 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR FOR ITS RESPECTIVE CLIENTS AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. I670441 Published 10/7, 10/14, 10/21.

WOODRIDGE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS M&T BANK PLAINTIFF VS RICHARD SALAZAR; RAMONA SALAZAR A/K/A RAMONA M SALAZAR; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 000973 2522 RAVINIA LANE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on July 16, 2015, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on November 17, 2015, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 763 IN THE HIGHLANDS (AMENDED), BEING A SUBDIVISION IN SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED FEBRUARY 26, 1964 AS DOCUMENT R64-6164, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-25-102-021 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2522 RAVINIA LANE

WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: GRAY ALUMINUM RANCH SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ONE CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $123,404.20. Sale Terms: This is an \”AS IS\” sale for \”CASH\”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\\\service. atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1302569 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I670718 Published 10/7, 10/14, 10/21.

INSTAGRAM: Readers, attending a game in your area? Take a photo and tag @buglenewspapers for a chance to be featured! Wedn esday, October 7, 2015 | bug lenewspapers.com snapshot | from page 5 figuring out how to manage and accommodate [Erin’s] challenges,” Diane said. “She has learned to accept that sometimes Erin needs downtime on a playdate; not to take it personally.” When Erin, or others with special needs, need downtime, it does not mean they are being rude. This downtime simply gives Erin a little time to regroup. The friendship between Erin, Becky and Callie is a shining example of what everyday inclusion looks like. It is kids being kids, enjoying their time together, laughing at each other’s silly jokes and singing their favorite songs. “They’re really fun,” said Callie. “Sometimes they come up with ideas that other people don’t have.” This past Sept. 25, the three girls came into the Special Chronicles studio for the taping of a new podcast episode. During an on air transition from a break to the second segment of the program, Erin, Becky and Callie were playing with my family’s small dog. When the time came for them to come back on air, Erin needed some time to regroup. Callie and Becky recognized this and after a few short minutes, Erin was ready to go back on air. The Special Olympics movement

celebrated the sixth annual Eunice Kennedy Shriver Day, or “EKS Day,” on Sept. 26. On this day, we celebrated the life, legacy and vision of Eunice Kennedy Shriver, founder of Special Olympics. This year’s theme was #LetsChangeTheGame, a time when we showed our communities and the world that those of us with special needs should be respected and included. This past July, Maria Shriver and Special Olympics released a new challenge called “PLAY #LetsChangeTheGame.” This simple acronym encourages every person in our community to Play, Learn, Accept and say “Yes” to including those of us with intellectual disabilities and to talking to your children about inclusion. It is a tribute to Eunice Kennedy Shriver and in celebration of Down Syndrome Awareness Month that Erin, Becky and Callie shared their story. The friendship of the three girls demonstrates to their communities every day a snapshot of true friendship. They also show the pure joy that that those of us with special needs can bring to our communities. “I like them because they are my best friends,” said Erin. Erin and Becky both have participated in Special Olympics rhythmic gymnastics, while Callie comes to cheer them on. This past

June, they both participated in their first ever Illinois Summer Games. It was on the Friday evening of the state Summer Games that I met Erin and Becky for the first time and was able to share their first Opening Ceremonies experience with them. However, I had first met Erin’s mom, Diane, 11 years ago when she was providing vocational training at my high school. It was during this time that Diane learned Erin would be born with special needs. “You were such an inspiration to me 10 years ago when Erin was born,” Diane told me. “Even as a high school student, you taught me to never, ever limit possibilities.” A month after competing at our state’s summer games, Erin broadened her possibilities even more, as she and her family headed to Los Angeles to compete in the national Miss Amazing pageant. Through acceptance and inclusion, we can show the world how every person with special needs brings value to humanity. Join me and let’s change the game. Daniel Smrokowski is an Athlete and Global Messenger with Special Olympics Illinois on the Southeast Association for Special Parks and Recreation team. Daniel was born three-and-athird months premature and was diagnosed with learning disabilities and a severe language disorder. He is the founder of Special Chronicles nonprofit new media company, a pioneering network that gives respect and voice to people with special needs. Come join us at www.SpecialChronicles. com.

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Westmont plans scarecrow decorating contest The Westmont Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau and the Westmont Historical Society announced they will cohost the Westmont Scarecrow Decorating & Display Contest, beginning Oct. 12 and continuing through Nov. 1. Local businesses, organizations, residents and families are invited to participate

and help decorate the downtown for the fall season. More information and an application for the event can be found at http://tinyurl.com/ Westmont-Scarecrow-Contest. For additional information, contact the Westmont Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau at 630-960-5553.

Pumpkin smashing competition to promote composting The Farm, a Westmont business located at 34 E. 63rd Street, just east of Cass Avenue on the north side of the street, will be accepting unwanted/used pumpkins starting on Monday, Nov. 2 through Friday, Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 7 from 9am to 3pm. All pumpkins must be cleaned free of inorganic materials, such as candles, decorations, etc., prior to being disposed in the composting collection container.

The Pumpkin Smashing Extravaganza will be part of the Trick Or Treat Trail event in downtown Westmont on Saturday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The competition will be held in the public parking lot on the northeast corner of Cass and Burlington. For more information, contact us at info@westmont.il.gov or 630-417-0280.

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