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Library renovations pushed back Renovations originally scheduled for Feb. 1

By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

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After underestimating the cost of a multimillion dollar building renovation project, the Downers Grove Public Library Board is moving forward with changes to the project’s scope.

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the new plan during its Dec.18 meeting.The board formally rejected all current contractor bids and set the in motion the process of re-bidding the See LIBRARY, page 2

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Good Sam receives Green Business award Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital was named a Downers Grove Green Business during the Dec. 17 Village Council meeting The hospital’s consumption. environmentally Advocate and Good sustainable practices in Samaritan have an energy conservation, energy reduction waste reduction/ target of 20 percent recycling, water by 2015 and have conservation and taken the following stormwater pollution steps to reach that prevention factored goal: into the recognition.

Installation of “We do really programmable appreciate all your Downers Grove thermostats; effort,” Downers Grove mayor Martin Tully Insulation of hot mayor MartinTully said. water wipes and “And, that’s one of the reason’s the refrigeration lines; village’s Environmental Concerns Replacement of incandescent Commission came up with the bulbs with LED lighting; and green business recognition, as we On-site energy use auditing. hope to inspire more businesses Recycling materials whenever within our community to follow possible is an important part of similar practices.” any sustainability plan. According Members of the Good to the Good Samaritan Hospital’s Samaritan Hospital Green Team Green Team, in 2012 over 80,000 were recognized at the Village lbs of materials used during Council meeting on Dec. 17, as the course of daily hospital well as at the Environmental operations were diverted from Concerns Commission meeting the wastestream. in November.

Use of environmentally-sound Since 2008, Good Samaritan cleaning products Hospital has made significant The items listed here are strides towards reducing energy just a sampling of the many

More info Water conservation and stormwater pollution prevention are important elements of the program and there are many green features on the hospital’s campus including: •Permeable pavement parking lot to reduce stormwater runoff • Wetland area for cleansing of stormwater runoff • Timer and moisture sensor on irrigation system • Native low water or no water landscaping • Plant landscaping near parking areas to reduce stormwater runoff photo courtesy of village of downers grove

outstanding environmentally sustainable activities underway at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital. Congratulations for being a Downers Grove Green Business.

The goal of the Green Business Recognition Program is to recognize businesses within the Village of Downers Grove that support the Village’s goals of Continual Innovation and Steward

Breaking down the numbers library renovation bidding

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Construction is expected to begin in April and take approximately six months to complete.

$433,000

The lowest bid was $433,000 over budget.

$362,000

Those changes were expected to cut more than $362,000 from the budget.

40 bids

During the initial bidding process, the library received approximately 40 bids from contractors.

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of Fiscal and Environmental Sustainability. Questions about the program may be directed to Nick Santoro at (630) 493-8875.

LIBRARY

• Office paper: 1,500 lbs.

• Newspaper: 1,100 lbs.

• Magazines: 1,200 lbs.

• Cardboard: 25,350 lbs.

• Wood: 2,460 lbs.

• Metal: 200 lbs.

• Concrete: 10,200 lbs.

• Shred It: 25,467 lbs.

• Medical waste: 18,232 lbs.

• Aluminum, glass, plastic, fiber cartons: 4,871 lbs.

cost saving design changes, but ultimately voted to re-bid the project.

Continued from page 1 “The library’s attorney advised the Library Board that the necessary project with an adjusted “design, contract changes could not legally be made without re-bidding the scope and schedule.”

During the initial bidding project,” public relations manager process, the library received Melissa Doornbos said in a release. a p p r o x i m a t e ly T h e 40 bids from renovations contractors. The w e r e lowest bid was originally $433,000 over www. downersgrov elibrary. scheduled budget. org/about_library/board_ to begin Feb. Representatives trustees/index. php 1, but the from the re-bidding management firm process will Shales McNutt push back the timetable.

Construction and Product Construction is expected Architecture + Design presented to begin in April and take a series of design changes to the approximately six months to Board of Trustees during their complete.

Dec. 11 meeting.

More detailed information about Those changes were expected the re-bidding process and project to cut more than $362,000 from timetable will be presented at the the budget.

At the Dec.18 meeting the board Jan. 8 Library Board of Trustees was presented with additional meeting.

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Resident honored by American Cancer Society Pierce has served more than 20 years as an active volunteer at the local, state and national level downers grove

10-year-old approached in Main Street area Vehicle stopped alongside girl, passenger asked if she needed a ride The Downers Grove Police Department responded to the area of Downers Grove North High School, 4436 Main Street, to investigate a suspicious incident at 8:15 p.m. Dec. 17.

A 10 year old girl reported that she was walking in the area when she was approached by two teenagers in a blue sport utility vehicle.The vehicle stopped alongside the girl, at which time the passenger asked if she needed a ride.

Police are attempting to locate

the occupants of the vehicle, who are described as white teenage boys. The passenger appeared to be approximately 14 to 15 years of age, and had short blonde hair.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Downers Grove Police Department at 630-434-5600 or 911.

Everyone is asked to remind children to be aware of strangers and report any concerns immediately to police.

Longtime American Cancer Cancer Society’s Lakeshore Society volunteer and Woodridge Division. “It is an honor and a privilege to recognize resident Mary E. Pierce, her many outstanding SPHR was awarded achievements with the 2013 St. George the St. George Medal.”

Medal, the Society’s To qualify for the highest distinction for award, volunteers volunteer service, at must have six years its recent Lakeshore of consecutive and Division Board of distinguished service.

Directors meeting in Recipients are selected Chicago.

Pierce has served Longtime American by other volunteers more than 20 years Cancer Society on the Society’s Board of Directors.

Also as an active volunteer volunteer and at the local, state Woodridge resident honored this year Mary E. Pierce was long-time Society and national level volunteer Debra for the American Cancer Society. In addition to Cohen of Wheeling.

Pierce is a human resources serving as the immediate past chair of the Society’s Division executive with extensive national Board of Directors, Pierce and international experience has led the Division’s annual in the biofuels, transportation, Volunteer Conference for the past seven years and has chaired the Bylaws Task Force and the Communications, Executive, Compensation and Nominating committees.

“Mary’s dedication and passion have been a crucial component of the American Cancer Society’s efforts to finish the fight against cancer,”said NancyYaw,executive vice president of the American

“Mary’s dedication and passion have been a crucial component of the American Cancer Society’s efforts to finish the fight against cancer. It is an honor and a privilege to recognize her many outstanding achievements with the St. George Medal.”

- Nancy Yaw, executive vice president of the American Cancer Society’s Lakeshore Division

technology, not-for- profit and financial services industries. She attended Bowling Green State University,MBA studies atAshland University and is a graduate of the prestigious American Cancer Society National Leadership Development Program. She lives in Woodridge with her husband James.

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ILLINOIS DRIVERS PREPARE FOR NEW LAWS IN 2014 Increased speed limits and restrictions on cell phone use among the most significant changes in the new year Class B misdemeanor will lower from 40 mph to anyone With the beginning traveling in excess of if every new year 35 mph. come a large number The Illinois of new laws, and 2014 Department of is no different.

Transportation is More than 200 new not expected to laws will go into in have speed limit effect in Illinois Jan. DuPage County signs updated until 1, including the new Sheriff John Zaruba sometime in midmedical marijuana law January. There are and a number of new currently 34 states traffic laws. with speed limits of The speed limit on most Illinois 70 mph or higher, 15 states with interstates and tollways will be speed limits of 75 mph and one, raised to 70 miles per hour in NAME OF STATE, with a speed 2014, but don’t put the pedal to limit of 85 mph. the metal just yet.

The state of Illinois will increase Senate Bill 2356 allows Cook, bans on using cell phones in 2014 DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry. to only drivers using hands-free Will, Madison, and St. Clair technology. counties to pass ordinances that Illinois has had a ban on will allow them to opt out of the texting and driving since Jan. 1, higher speed limit.

2010, but drivers will now be Additionally,the new law lowers prohibited from using electronic the threshold upon which a petty communication devise such as speeding offense is increased cell phones, digital assistants or to a misdemeanor. Currently, a laptops while driving. person caught traveling 31 to Global positioning or navigation 40 mph over the speed limit systems, as well as devices” will be charged with a Class B physically or electronically misdemeanor. integrated into the motor vehicle” That range will lower to 26 will not be prohibited. to 34 mph over the speed limit.

Driver’s will be allowed to Similarly, the rate at which a use Bluetooth or voice-operated person must be traveling over the technology or a headset to operate speed limit to be charged with a electronic communication

By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

“THESE NEW LAWS ARE IMPORTANT AND THEY WILL BE FULLY ENFORCED, WHICH WILL MAKE OUR ROADS SAFER FOR ALL MOTORISTS OF DUPAGE COUNTY.” dupAGe couNtY SheRIff JohN ZARuBA

devices. Similarly, drivers will be exempt from the new law to report an emergency situation to emergency personnel.

“Residents need to remember that a Bluetooth device is acceptable regarding the new no hand-held electronic device law, but you cannot use any type of headsets or ear buds that cover both ears,” DuPage County Sheriff John Zaruba said. “I urge all citizens to educate themselves on the new laws because the consequences can be costly in both human life and your bank account.

“These new laws are important and they will be fully enforced, which will make our roads safer for all motorists of DuPage County.”

Violators of the law will be fined $75 for a first offense and as much as $150 for repeat offenses.

A person using an electronic communication device who is involved in an accident will also see the penalty increase from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class 4 felony, which carries up to three

years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000.

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Medical Marijuana The Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act allows individuals suffering from certain ailments to use medical marijuana.

The law does not legalize marijuana use, and only patients who have been diagnosed with one or more of approximately 30 different conditions can use medical cannabis. Medicinal marijuana must be grown in an approved cultivation center and purchased from a registered dispensary.

The Illinois Department of Public Health, the Illinois of Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, and the Illinois Department of Agriculture will have approximately four months from Jan.1 to develop rules associated with new medical marijuana law.

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2-hour parking allowed on Washington Street Village Council Dec. 17 unanimously approved restriction along east side of street

By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

The Downers Grove Village Council Tuesday unanimously approved a two-hour parking restriction along the east side of

Washington Street between Maple Avenue and Curtis Street during its Dec. 17 meeting.

The amended parking restriction for Washington Street states:“Except on Sundays and holidays, no person shall park, stop or let stand

any automobile, motor vehicle or other vehicle for more than two consecutive hours at any time between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m., local time…”

Because of construction work performed over the summer,parking was not allowed in the area. The approved ordinance now means that vehicles can park up to two hours in designated areas on Washington Street during weekdays.

The aMeNded ParkiNg resTricTiON fOr WashiNgTON sTreeT sTaTes: “excePT ON suNdays aNd hOlidays, NO PersON shall Park, sTOP Or leT sTaNd aNy auTOMObile, MOTOr vehicle Or OTher vehicle fOr MOre ThaN TWO cONsecuTive hOurs aT aNy TiMe beTWeeN The hOurs Of 6 a.M. aNd 6 P.M., lOcal TiMe…”

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IDOT receives statements of qualifications for Illinois portion of Illiana tollway Qualifications submitted by the 5 teams will be evaluated by IDOT, then list of teams chosen to move forward to next procurement phase The Illinois Department of Transportation has received statements of qualifications from five teams to design, build, finance, maintain and operate the Illinois portion of the Illiana.

The request for qualifications submittal period began Nov. 8 and ended Dec. 19.

The qualifications submitted by the five teams will be evaluated by IDOT, then a list of teams chosen to move forward to the next procurement phase (short listed) will be announced

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in January 2014.

“We’re very pleased with the level of interest in the procurement of the Illinois portion of the Illiana,” IDOT secretary Ann Schneider said.

“These teams are comprised of firms who see this project as a worthwhile investment

and a benefit for the regional economy.

“We look forward to reviewing the statements over the next few weeks to ensure the SOQs are complete,” Schneider added.

The Indiana procurement will be handled separately by the Indiana Department of Transportation and the Indiana Finance Authority.

RFQ submissions for the Indiana portion are due by Jan. 10, 2014.

IDOT and INDOT are working together to coordinate technical requirements, tolling policy, the federal environmental approval process, and construction schedules for the two-state project.

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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.

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Arturas Orlovas, 19, 6515 Barclay Court, Downers Grove, was arrested at 9:35 a.m.

Dec. 13 in the 6800 block of Canden for criminal trespass to residence.

Nicole M. Obrien, 28, 4316 Sterling Ave., Downers Grove, was arrested at 4:51 p.m.

Dec. 13 in the 3000 block of Finley Road for FTA—Warrant.

Brandy N. Moore, 36, 6705 S. Park Lane, Westmont, was arrested at 9:03 a.m. Dec. 14 on 63rd Street and Dunham for FTA traffic.

Nancy Jo Richards, 56, 1065 Westmore Meyers Road, Lombard, was arrested at 9:15 a.m. Dec. 14 in the 7400 block of Lemont Road for driving while license suspended, no motor vehicle insurance and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

Tashawn D. Knight, 18, 316 Maple Ave., Downers Grove, was arrested at 11:10 p.m. Dec. 14 in the 400 block of Austin for a warrant.

Hamza M. Damra, 19, 216 James,Westmont, was arrested at 7:32 a.m. Dec. 15 in the 5700 block of Fairview for no insurance, no valid driver’s license and speeding.

Dennis L. Harris, 32, 1133 S. Finley Road, Lombard, was arrested at 4 p.m. Dec. 15 at 21W180 Glen Park Road, Lombard, for manufacture and delivery of controlled substance, resisting/obstructing an officer, driving while license revoked, possession of cannabis and criminal trespass to land.

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Anthony R. Collaro, 24, 219 S. Oak Ave., Westmont, was arrested at 8:56 p.m.

Dec. 15 in the 1900 block of Curtiss for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Dale Wayne Faber, 53, 604 57th St., Downers Grove, was arrested at 11:20 p.m. Dec. 15 on 39th and Cumnor for DUI/alcohol and blood alcohol content over .08.

Vickie Charmaine Williams, 47, 1333 N. Parkside Ave., Chicago, was arrested at 3:15 p.m. Dec. 16 in the 800 block of Burlington Avenue for theft.

George J. Hofmann II, 30, 5914 Webster St., Downers Grove, was arrested at 8:30 p.m.

Dec. 16 in the 5900 block of Webster Road for driving while registration suspended.

Raymond H. Dunn, 73, 208 Indian Trail Road, Oak Brook, was arrested at 5:23 p.m. Dec. 18 in the 16000 block of 75th Street for retail theft.

Jacob P. Walter, 27, 2141 S. Finley Road, Lombard, was arrested at 10:12 p.m. Dec. 18 in the 2700 block of Finley Road for DUI/alcohol.

Roberto Carlos Aguilar, 43, 2521 Spring St., Woodridge, was arrested at 2:20 a.m. Dec. 19 at the Downers Grove Police Station.

Christopher Gifford Box, 55, 5521 King Arthur Court, Westmont, was arrested at 7:33 a.m. Dec. 19 on Burlington and Fairview for driving while license suspended and drivimg while license plates suspended.

Kevin Grecco, 19, 2460 Carlton Drive, Woodridge, was arrested at 6:38 p.m. Dec. 19 in the 3300 block of Finley for theft.

Steven B. Elliott, 22, 4126 Amelia, Lyons, was arrested at 10:55 Dec. 19 on Darien

and Clubview for possession of cannabis, driving while license suspended and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Westmont Sometime between 10 p.m. Dec. 11 and 10 a.m. Dec. 12, an unknown offender(s) cut cable lines in the 5700 block of South Cass Avenue.Total damage is $100.

At approximately 6:30 a.m. Dec. 13, officers responded to the 300 block of South Cass Avenue for a battery complaint.

Officers arrested George Thompson, male, age 43, of 306 S. Cass Ave. #1, Westmont, for domestic battery after he pushed a family member. He was transported to the DuPage County Jail for a bond hearing.

At approximately 3 p.m. Dec. 13, officers responded to a traffic accident in the 300 block of North Lincoln Street. Officers arrested Sara Manchen, female, age 29, of 141 W. Naperville Road, Westmont, for driving with a suspended driver’s license. She was released on her own recognizance.

At approximately 6:55 p.m. Dec. 13, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 400 block of West 55th Street. Officers arrested Eileen Johnson, female, age 41, of 126 Essex Ave. #24W, Naperville, for driving under the influence. She was cited for following too closely. She was released on her own recognizance.

At approximately 8:35 p.m. Dec. 13, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 6700 block of Tudor Lane. Officers arrested Derico Catching, male, age 36, of 6703 Park Lane #3, Westmont, for driving with a suspended driver’s license. He was cited for improper lighting. He was released on his own recognizance.

At approximately 11:55 p.m. Dec. 13,

officers conducted a traffic stop in the 6300 block of South Cass Avenue. Officers arrested Velma IvyLlyod, female, age 51, of 6705 Park Lane #4, Westmont, for driving with a suspended driver’s license. She was cited for disobeying a traffic control device. She was released on her own recognizance.

At approximately 2:15 a.m. Dec. 14, officers responded to the 0-100 block of West Burlington Avenue for a stolen vehicle complaint.Officers arrested Daniel Mrazek, male, age 45, of 4120 West End, Downers Grove, for unlawful possession of a stolen vehicle and driving under the influence. He was transported to the DuPage County Jail for a bond hearing.

At approximately 9:05 p.m. Dec. 14, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 200 block of East Norfolk Street. Officers arrested Brittian Richmond III,male,age 27, of 2301 Riverside Drive #E10, Woodridge, for driving with a revoked driver’s license.

He was cited for disobeying a stop sign and operating an uninsured vehicle. He was released on his own recognizance.

At approximately 12 a.m. Dec. 15, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 100 block of East Traube Avenue. Officers arrested David Dormandy Jr., male, age 24, of 1029 Winchester Ave. #2, Chicago, for driving under the influence. He was cited for improper lane usage. He was released on his own recognizance.

Woodridge At press time, the Woodridge Police Department had not submitted blotter information.

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South teacher recognized as National Board Certified As part of the rigorous and lengthy certification process, candidates complete 10 assessments that are reviewed Joette Conger, an English teacher at Downers Grove South, has been recognized by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards as a National Board Certified teacher.

National Board Certification is an advanced teaching credential that acknowledges effective and accomplished teachers. It is a volunteer program.

“All of us at District 99 are extremely proud of Joette for earning this impressive accomplishment,” Superintendent Mark McDonald said. “When our teachers achieve this level in their profession, it provides an even richer educational experience for our students.”

As part of the rigorous and lengthy certification process, candidates complete 10 assessments that are reviewed by trained teachers in their

District 99 has provided professional development opportunities and ongoing support that help me continually grow as an educator. I truly enjoy helping students learn, and the National Board process required me to consider all the ways I can help students learn.”

- Joette Conger, an English teacher at Downers Grove South

certificate areas. Assessments measure a candidate’s knowledge of their subject areas and their teaching practices.

National Board Certification is part of the growing education reform movement to advance student learning and improve teaching and schools for the 21st century global economy.

“National Board certification affirms my work as a teacher,”

Photo courtesy of district 99

Conger said. “District 99 has provided professional development opportunities and ongoing support that help me continually grow as an educator. I truly enjoy helping students learn, and the National Board process required me to

consider all the ways I can help students learn.”

In addition to Conger, National Board Certified faculty at District 99 includes South High’s Laura Coster and Glenn Williams, and North High’s Mike Heinz, Bill Miller, Brayer Teague

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and John Waite.

Woodridge

Illinois American Water to upgrade wastewater facility The facility serves predominantly commercial, industrial customers in the village of Woodridge, and portions of Bolingbrook since 1970 Illinois American Water’s Chicago Metro District is investing approximately $3.4 million to rehabilitate its Santa Fe Water Reclamation Facility in Woodridge.

The facility, which was built in 1970, serves predominantly commercial and industrial customers in the village of Woodridge and portions of Bolingbrook.

“This investment will help ensure customers continue to receive reliable wastewater treatment services while meeting discharge limits to better protect our streams, ” said Mike Smyth, senior Operations Manager for the Chicago Metro

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District.

The project includes replacing facility components that were reaching the end of their useful life, while making necessary upgrades to ensure continued compliance with more stringent Illinois Environmental Protection Agency standards related to wastewater facility discharge. Two 750,000-gallon oxidation ditches with mechanical aerators will be

installed at the facility. Both the obsolete ultraviolet disinfection system and boiler systems will be replaced.

Other upgrades include replacing electrical and control systems, as well as structural repairs and process improvements to existing buildings, tanks and pipes.

The U.S. EPA reports that more than $300 to $400 billion is needed for upgrades to wastewater facilities.

About $13.4 billion is needed in Illinois alone. Illinois American Water’s investment in the Chicago Metro District is an example of continuous investments and improvements being made, helping to meet the demands of today’s customers and planning for the future.

The project is expected to be completed next year.

Take 5 Crossword Puzzle

Across 1 Behold, to Ovid 5 Graded 10 Stow on board 14 Décembre event 15 Mosul resident 16 Supply-anddemand subj.

17 Group for jive fools?

19 Boat that can navigate in shallow waters 20 Big name in taco sauce 21 Smooch 23 NHL legend 24 Kingston Trio song that inspired the Boston subway’s CharlieCard 25 “Superman Returns” character 27 Fed. nutrition std.

29 Great joy 31 Quick swim in la mer?

33 Lip-__ 34 FDR had three of them 35 Started the day

Down 36 Like single-malt scotch 38 Ran when wet 39 Iron clothes?

41 Lingerie top 42 Short run 46 GI unlikely to pass inspection?

48 “When Worlds Collide” coauthor Philip 49 Zenith’s opposite 50 Tour de France stage 52 Jurisprudence org.

53 Justice Fortas 54 Drying oven 56 Boring tool 58 Longtime Lucci role 60 Reneged on politically motivated funding?

62 Rescue teams, briefly 63 Kiddie’s refrain 64 Jim Davis pooch 65 Lip 66 Sunset __ 67 Campus official

1 Puts in a vault, in a way 2 Refined, as manners 3 Positive 4 Sexy Sommer 5 Saudi capital 6 Parenthesis, e.g.

7 Loquacious types 8 Like some track stars 9 “Mine!”

10 Arles article 11 Camp David __ 12 Like a Hail Mary pass 13 Swaddle 18 They may clash on a set 22 Bolivian capital 26 Calif. law group 28 Poorly made 30 Shrimp dish 32 “The Lion King” lioness 34 Très 37 Hit the big leagues 38 La __ Tar Pits 39 Talladega’s home 40 Capybaras, e.g.

41 Coca-Cola producer 43 Apple pie order 44 Remote,

undesirable locale, figuratively 45 Pay heed, in literature 46 Racers and rattlers 47 Ignatius of Loyola follower 48 Garden intruder 51 Hosp. area 55 Zoo primates 57 ... peas in __ 59 Last of the Mohicans?

61 Year in Claudius’ reign

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Horoscopes When you go along with the crowd you often get no further than the crowd. Being independent allows you to go places no one else has ever been before. This week, you should think for yourself.

Anyone can love you and it’s easy to show love toward others when the sun is shining. It’s when you must share an umbrella that love is tested. In the upcoming week, show your true colors.

The best diet for you is not prepackaged “happy” meals available 24 four hours a day at a fast food kiosk but happy thoughts. What you think about today sets the stage for tomorrow.

Look on the bright side. Now that the shortest day of the year (Saturday) has past, every day this week will be fuller! Keep your positive attitude in full gear to cope with last-minute holiday crises.

In the week ahead, devote more energy to achieving your hopes and dreams and less energy to your fears. Try to be less defensive and more understanding if the holiday hustle and bustle becomes briefly exasperating.

Use logic to evaluate financial matters and imagination to consider ways to make improvements. You might see where changes are needed in the coming week, but wait until after the holidays to implement them.

In the week to come, cuddle up with whatever and whoever makes you happy to be alive. There will be plenty of time for social activities, but remember to take care of necessary obligations before the holiday festivities begin.

Sometimes being tested doesn’t show your weakness, but proves your strengths. You may be challenged to find a last-minute gift in the week ahead, but will pass the test with flying colors.

If problems crop up, the situation will change soon, but if you’re experiencing smooth going, things will simply get better. Put your networking skills to work with helpful new acquaintances this week.

An edgy undercurrent may tempt you to take actions you might regret later. Be patient and abide by the rules during the week ahead, even if key contacts push your buttons or challenge your patience.

The itch to fight off what you consider to be senseless traditions could put you at odds with those in charge during the week to come. It might be wise to simply go along with the crowd and avoid confrontations.

Be glad you have some glad rags. There may be numerous occasions to dress up in the week ahead.

You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to show off your sparkling personality and entertain others.

Sudoku

Jumble

Previous puzzle’s answers

Previous puzzle’s answers

Previous puzzle’s answers

Jumbles: • DANDY • FENCE • PREACH • FRIGID

Answer:

When the doctor’s assistant conducted the sound test, she was -- A HEARING “AID”

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INSIDE: Girls basketball teams ready for holiday tournaments, page 13; Mustangs’ bowling eyes postseason success, page 14

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THE BUGLE DECEMBER 25, 2013

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Benet, DGS set to play at Proviso West

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

Benet gets into the nitty-gritty of its rugged 2013-14 schedule when the Redwings again take part in the 53rd edition of the Proviso West Holiday Tournament, which began last Saturday.

The Redwings open play against Chicago Foreman in a Dec. 26 morning game, and with a victory, would face the winner of Downers South vs. Providence St. Mel at 3:45 p.m. Dec. 27.

“The Proviso West Tournament is one of the best tournaments in the state,” Benet coach Gene Heidkamp said. “We are looking forward to competing against some of the top programs in the area.”

Early in the season, Benet has exhibited a balanced offense that doesn’t need to depend on 6-foot9 senior Sean O’Mara to carry the load. They’ve been getting steady scoring from senior forward Liam Nelligan, a pair of senior guards, Collin Pellettieri and Josh Yesufu, and junior guard Colin Bonnett.

“Collin Pellettieri, Colin Bonnett, Liam Nelligan and Josh Yesufu have all contributed to our early success,” Heidkamp said.

The Redwings rained threepointers on Plainfield North— nine altogether—in a 68-47 win on Dec. 10, but Benet experienced an offensive hiccup versus Fenwick in the ESCC vs.

CCL Shootout Dec. 14. Fenwick, which also is competing at the Proviso West tourney, held the Redwings scoreless for over six minutes between the second and third quarters of an eventual 5445 loss—the team’s first following six straight victories to open the season.

Benet had another tough matchup prior to the Proviso tourney: a date last Friday with See PROVISO, page 12

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Colin Bonnett and Benet are ready for the Proviso West Tournament.

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Danny Spinuzza looks to lead Downers South deep in the Proviso West Tournament.

PROVISO Continued from page 11 Marian Catholic, ranked among the top five clubs in the area by various polls.

“Our team is playing fairly well, but we still have room for improvement,” Heidkamp said. “We are sharing the ball well offensively and we have balance in our scoring. We need to improve on our defense and rebounding.”

DOWNERS SOUTH New Mustangs head coach Kris Olson, who played his prep basketball at Lyons Township and competed at Proviso West when LT was part of the tourney, now will experience it as a coach.

“For me as a kid growing up, everything was always about the Proviso West Tournament,”he said, “and now to get an opportunity to come back and coach in it is really exciting for me.”

The Mustangs’ 3-4 record prior to hosting Morton in a West Suburban Gold game last Friday is a bit deceiving. Two of their four losses have been by a combined five points—74-72 to host St. Charles East at the St. Charles East Thanksgiving tourney, and 50-47 to Hinsdale South Dec. 13. They did knock off South Elgin, 70-52, in a non-conference game three days later.

“I think we’ve played really, really well,” Olson said. “We started out the St. Charles East tournament, which is a very tough tournament.We were competitive in all the games. I think things are moving in the right direction.”

The Mustangs’ first-round opponent at Proviso, Providence St. Mel, owned a 5-2 record before meeting Chicago International Charter-Ellison last Friday. It was St. Mel’s first game in nearly two weeks.The team was scheduled to play Tindley (Ind.) in the Indiana vs. Chicago Showcase on Dec. 14, but the Showcase was cancelled.

Three-year starting guard Danny Spinuzza leads the Mustangs along with backcourt mates Paul Engo and Javon Turner, both seniors, and senior forward Matt Zinnecker.

“Danny Spinuzza, we knew coming into the year that he was going to have a really good year,” Olson said. “Paul Engo is a kid that I thought would have a good year but didn’t play much at all last year, and he’s really stepped it up.”

DOWNERS NORTH The Trojans got a jump on all the holiday tournament action by taking part in the Addison Trail pre-holiday tourney—which, for Downers North, started on Dec. 10 with a victory over Wheaton Warrenville South, and continued the next day against Lake Park (a game which the Trojans lost).

Downers North resumed play in the tourney Dec.17 versus Phoenix Military Academy (Chicago), whom they edged 57-56. Sandwiched in between was a conference game Dec. 13 at home against Proviso West—their first home game of the season after starting the year playing seven consecutive games on the road.The Panthers won that game, 65-48.

The Trojans concluded the preholiday tourney last Saturday.

Thus far, senior forward Ray Greco has been productive offensively along with sophomore forward Devin Blake.

“Ray has shot the ball consistently from the perimeter and has allowed for us to space the flow to get our bigs some

opportunities in the paint,” Trojans coach Jim Thomas said.

“Devin is a sophomore who has played point guard, wing and post. He has been exceptional in the way he can produce offense for our team.”

David Edwards, a 6-7 junior, is better known for his role as quarterback on the Trojans’ football team, but Edwards does the job on the hardwood, too. He is Thomas’ only returning starter.

“Because of our youth, we have played inconsistent at times but have really put together some exciting halves of basketball,” Thomas said. “To improve in this area we need to continue to rep out game like scenarios in practice to get our guys more comfortable with different looks we may see in the game.”

WESTMONT Coach Craig Etheridge’s Sentinels are co-hosting Immaculate ConceptionWestmont Holiday Tournament that takes place Thursday through Monday.The coach gives an edge to Elgin St. Edward in the Westmont pool, but says the Sentinels are slowly improving.

“Although we play mostly seniors, only a few of the guys logged big minutes last year,” he said. “Consequently, our lack of experience has caused us to get off to a slow start. Each game we see more growth and confidence from our team.”

Among those seniors are forwards John Kelly and Greg Pietrzak, and guards Dan LoGiurato and Monty Little.

“John Kelly has been a bright spot this year,” Etheridge said.

“His solid overall play on both ends of the court have helped make us more competitive.

Danny LoGiurato has also gotten off to a really good start this year. Greg Pietrzak and Monty Little have both shown flashes of excellence.”

LISLE The Lions are competing in the Plano Holiday Tournament, which began Monday and continues until next Monday, Dec. 30. But Lisle was hoping to break into the win column for the first time this season at Manteno last Friday before entering the tourney. The Lions dropped their first seven games this season.

Three-year varsity player Jeremy Glavonovits (6-6), Shane Murray (6-7) and Zach Trussell make up the Lions’ front line. At guard are senior Kyle Hendzel and sophomore Nick Massura. mike@buglenewspapers.com

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Locals ready for tournaments

By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

As many teams do over the holiday season, the Downers Grove South girls basketball team will spend the postChristmas break playing tournament basketball.

The Mustangs will participate in the Oswego East Tournament and opened play at 11:30 a.m.

Dec. 23 against the No. 8 seed Aurora Central Catholic.

“The Christmas tournament is a good experience for us,” said South coach Lyndsey Long.

“We look to play different teams that we are not used to playing so we can see different teams and not just be stuck in the conference.”

Win or lose, South will play at 1 p.m. Dec. 26 against either Plainfield Central or the No. 1 seed Metea Valley.

“The quick turnaround is good and that is what the tournament is all about,” Long said. “We can get them used to

playing a lot in a short time. We play almost every day against a new team and they will have to really listen and follow what we tell them from the scouting report.”

No. 4 York, Harlem, No. 5 Oswego East and East Aurora are also on their side of the bracket.

Joliet Central is the No. 2 seed and Proviso East is the No. 3 seed.

BILL NEIBCH Downers Grove North will compete in the Bill Neibch Classic at Wheaton North High School.

The Trojans are the No. 2 seed in the tournament and will open play at 1:30 p.m. Dec. 23 against Glenbard North.

A win would place them in the winner’s bracket at 4:30 p.m. A loss will place the Trojans at 9 a.m. in the loser’s bracket. Opposite of North is Elk Grove and No. 7 seed Wheaton North.

LISLE CAGE CLASSIC Lisle will host its Cage Classic again this season and the host Lions will open at 5 p.m. Dec. 26 against Latin.

Lisle finished second last season at its own invite and first-year coach Nick Balaban is looking forward to competing this year.

“I like the tournament because it is a true tournament format that is seeded with 16 teams competing for the title. Antioch, Coal City, Wheaton Academy, Hampshire and Newark will be the toughest competition, but we are in the tournament to win it.”

Westmont will also compete in the Cage Classic and will face off against Antioch at 3:30 p.m.

Dec. 26.

With wins or losses, the two conference foes will meet in the second round. A win will place both teams in the winner’s bracket at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 27, while losses will place them in the loser’s bracket at 3:30 p.m. mark@buglenewspapers.com

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Downers South and Claire Hardy will be competing in the Oswego East Tournament.

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THE BUGLE DECEMBER 25, 2013

Mustangs eye success in revamped postseason

By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

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Audrey McCalebb shot a 1,094 at Strikefest for Downers South.

The Plainfield North Strikefest tournament is always a good judge to see where your teams rank among the best in the state.

With 44 teams in the tournament, teams from all over the state do battle at Town and Country Lanes in Joliet.

On Dec.14 Downers South was back at Strikefest and finished 26th overall with a 4,949 total.

“I think overall it was a big tournament and we have some improving to do,” Downers South coach Bob Toper said.

“Overall we did okay, but were a little inconsistent. We had some good games then some bad. We have to improve on that and be more consistent in the future.”

Leading the way for the Mustangs was junior Audrey McCalebb, who finished 54th with a 1,094 total.

“I think she has stepped up,” Toper said of McCalebb. “I think she puts a little pressure on herself. But as a junior and our top returning player, she should.”

Seniors Jill Domabyl (993) and Kelly Rahe (988) also bowled six games.

The best news from that weekend though was the release of the regional and sectional assignments.

In years past there was just a sectional draw leading to state, where the top two teams and two individuals not on those teams made it to state.

This year there is a regional before sectional play and there is a new qualifying format.

The top four teams and next 10 individuals qualify for sectionals and from there the top four teams and following five individuals make it to state.

The Mustangs are a part of the Hinsdale South Regional and Leyden Sectional.

“We definitely have a good draw for us to go over to Hinsdale South,” Toper said. “Looking at the teams that are in there, four teams out of the regional get to the sectional. I think we could very well be one of those four teams. I definitely plan on at least qualifying someone individually for sectional. I plan to be one of

those top four teams out of the regional.”

Area teams Lisle and Downers North are also in the same regional but did not compete at Strikefest.

Regional teams who did were Lake Park (15th), Hinsdale South (39th), Fenton (41st) and Addison Trail (44th).

While Glenbard East and Willowbrook will be in contention at the regional, there figures to be a solid chance for some area representation at the sectional.

“For example, some of our teams in our regional who were here today are Fenton, Hinsdale South and Addison Trail,”Toper said.“They just don’t have firepower all the time to compete. But on any given day they can do the job and you have to be mentally tough.There has to be more focus on one-pin spares.”

The Mustangs, while confident, aren’t counting on anything for sure as on any given day, anything can happen. They saw that first hand two years ago when Morton came out of nowhere to get the second state qualifying spot at sectionals.

“There was definitely one team in there better than everyone else and that was Glenbard East,”Toper said.“Then Morton comes out of nowhere and has their best match of the year and squeaks by us. We didn’t get anybody (to state), which is a shame. But we are on the cusp of going west or east and we went east, which gives us a chance.”

If Downers South advances to the sectional, it may see Morton again, as well as Leyden, which has finished in the top 10 at state the past two years.

“I have to look closer at the other regionals (in our sectional) but I definitely feel we have a shot to get someone to state,” Toper said. “A couple girls could have a hot day and be one of those qualifiers.”

For the Mustangs to have postseason success, they will need to sharpen up some things in the meantime.

“We’re going to work on onepin spares for sure,” Toper said.

“That is a big thing for us. We’re going to work on energy as the day goes on.”

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BOYS BBALL Points Per Game Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook George Sargeant, Maine South Jonah Coble, Joliet Central Miles Snowden, Plainfield South Andrew Palucki, Maine South Corey Evers, Plainfield South Romeo Magliore, Niles West Gage Davis, Bolingbrook Jake Nowak, Plainfield North Jacob Buchner, Plainfield South Jojo Rios, Niles West Jake Smith, Minooka Ahmad Gibson, Niles West Nick Novak, Plainfield East Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central Calvin Brooks, Plainfield South Caleb deMarigny, Maine South Evan Hines, Niles West Shane Murray, Lisle Antonio Dyson, Joliet Central Allias Roberts-Burnett, Joliet West D’Anthony Wright, Joliet West Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Jeremy Glavanovits, Lisle Elliot Fizer, Joliet West Kevin Krieger, Plainfield North Adam Alexander, Minooka Joe Butler, Minooka Devon Sams, Bolingbrook Justin Windt, Plainfield Central Jon Arenas, Maine South Shakur Triplett, Bolingbrook Rebounds Per Game Jeremy Glavanovits, Lisle Miles Snowden, Plainfield South Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central Josh Smith, Plainfield East Joe Butler, Minooka Shakur Triplett, Bolingbrook Zach Trussell, Lisle Shane Murray, Lisle George Sargeant, Maine South Jonah Coble, Joliet Central Romeo Magliore, Niles West Hund, Plainfield Central Calvin Brooks, Plainfield South Jake Pedrelli, Maine South Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East Elliot Fizer, Joliet West

25.1 20.7 18.4 16.7 15.6 15.2 15.0 13.9 13.7 13.6 12.4 12.4 12.4 11.6 11.6 11.4 11.2 11.1 10.9 10.7 10.5 10.5 10.2 9.8 9.4 9.4 9.4 8.9 8.5 8.5 8.4 8.4 8.3 8.0 9.0 8.6 8.4 8.0 7.6 7.3 7.2 6.8 6.7 5.7 5.6 5.6 5.5 5.4 5.1 5.1

Tristin Esker, Plainfield East Andrew Palucki, Maine South Joshua Dillingham, Bolingbrook Assists Caleb deMarigny, Maine South Myles Ward, Plainfield East CJ Redmond, Bolingbrook Jonah Coble, Joliet Central Jonny Butler, Minooka Nick Novak, Plainfield East Jake Pedrelli, Maine South Jon Arenas, Maine South Ahmad Gibson, Niles West Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Joe Butler, Minooka Denzel Leslie, Joliet West Neal Tyrell, Minooka D’Vonta Jones, Joliet West Gage Davis, Bolingbrook D’Anthony Wright, Joliet West Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Sean Maloney, Maine South Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook Steals Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Caleb deMarigny, Maine South D’Vonta Jones, Joliet West Neal Tyrell, Minooka Gage Davis, Bolingbrook Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East CJ Redmond, Bolingbrook D’Anthony Wright, Joliet West Jake Smith, Minooka Romeo Magliore, Niles West Denzel Leslie, Joliet West Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook Jon Arenas, Maine South Jeff Washington, Joliet West Allias Roberts-Burnett, Joliet West Kyle Hendzel, Lisle Myles Ward, Plainfield East Elliot Fizer, Joliet West Ryan, Plainfield Central Field Goal % Shane Murray, Lisle Jake Pedrelli, Maine South Shakur Triplett, Bolingbrook Jeff Washington, Joliet West George Sargeant, Maine South Julian Torres, Bolingbrook Andrew Palucki, Maine South

5.0 5.0 4.9 40 30 22 21 20 19 19 19 16 16 15 15 14 14 14 14 13 13 12 12 16 14 13 13 13 13 12 11 10 10 10 8 8 8 7 7 7 7 7 7 .667 .650 .649 .640 .630 .618 .580

Tristin Esker, Plainfield East Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Romeo Magliore, Niles West Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Free Throw % Caleb deMarigny, Maine South George Sargeant, Maine South Gage Davis, Bolingbrook Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East Neal Tyrell, Minooka Odi Audisho, Niles West Jake Pedrelli, Maine South Davis, Plainfield Central Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Romeo Magliore, Niles West Allias Roberts-Burnett, Joliet West Connor Bielat, Lisle Elliot Fizer, Joliet West Emin Ademi, Niles West Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook D’Anthony Wright, Joliet West 3-pointers Nick Novak, Plainfield East Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Jake Smith, Minooka Gage Davis, Bolingbrook Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Caleb deMarigny, Maine South Kostelz, Plainfield Central Jojo Rios, Niles West Evan Hines, Niles West D’Anthony Wright, Joliet West Joe Butler, Minooka GIRLS BBALL Points Per Game Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Jaida Green, Downers North Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Erin Heide, Minooka Chavon Banks, Joliet Central Kelly Carnagio, Minooka Brooklyn Bachmann, Minooka Peyton Winters, Downers North Chantell Mack, Joliet Central Monica Barefield, Joliet West Tyler Everett, Plainfield South Sarah Costello, Downers North Lexi Marin, Romeoville Destiny Hollins, Lockport Juatece McNear, Joliet Central Kate Moriarty, Resurrection

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20.4 18.6 14.9 14.8 14.6 12.5 12.5 12.4 12.3 12.3 12.0 11.7 11.3 10.3 10.0 10.0

Valencia Chandler, Joliet West Taylor Farrell, Resurrection Jamie Hopper, Romeoville Naomi Mayes, Lockport Hailey Schoenman, Maine South Nina Anderson, Maine South Jacqui Eubanks, Plainfield South Rebounds Per Game Chavon Banks, Joliet Central Peyton Winters, Downers North Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Sarah Costello, Downers North Kelly Carnagio, Minooka Chantell Mack, Joliet Central Kate Moriarty, Resurrection Hailey Schoenman, Maine South Jacqui Eubanks, Plainfield South Jenae Rowe, Joliet West Valencia Chandler, Joliet West Sydney Arlis, Minooka Laurel Kucharski, Lockport Kyla Creal, Lockport Rachel Sutphin, Plainfield South Ally Fink, Plainfield South Kailey Foster, Joliet West Ty Battle, JCA Jamie Hopper, Romeoville Cherish Smith, Romeoville Jaida Green, Downers North Faith Heitman, Romeoville Assists Sarah Costello, Downers North Kelly Kons, Maine South Bre Sobotka, Resurrection Jaida Green, Downers North Taylor Farrell, Resurrection Brooklyn Bachmann, Minooka Sam Fagenholz, Maine South Lexi Marin, Romeoville Sydney Arlis, Minooka Chavon Banks, Joliet Central Bethany Bachmann, Minooka Lauren Porcelli, Downers North Nina Anderson, Maine South Christina Ekhomu, JCA Hailey Schoenman, Maine South Gabriella Galassini, Resurrection Giahanna Martorano, Resurrection Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Jamie Hopper, Romeoville Megan Roberts, Maine South Monica Barefield, Joliet West Ty Battle, JCA

9.8 9.7 9.5 9.1 9.0 8.6 8.6 11.0 9.1 8.7 8.6 8.0 8.0 7.2 6.7 6.5 6.5 6.3 5.9 5.9 5.4 5.4 5.0 5.0 5.0 4.9 4.8 4.7 4.6 56 37 31 28 27 27 25 24 20 20 19 17 17 16 15 15 14 14 14 13 13 12

Skye Osborne, Romeoville Jnaya Walker, JCA Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Steals Sarah Costello, Downers North Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Tyler Everett, Plainfield South Jaida Green, Downers North Naomi Mayes, Lockport Chavon Banks, Joliet Central Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Nina Anderson, Maine South Taylor Farrell, Resurrection Destiny Hollins, Lockport Lauren Porcelli, Downers North Bre Sobotka, Resurrection Jamari McAfee, Lockport Kelly Kons, Maine South Kianna Campbell, Lockport Jamie Hopper, Romeoville Christina Ekhomu, JCA Jnaya Walker, JCA Field Goal % Ty Battle, JCA Kyla Creal, Lockport Adriana Acosta, JCA Taylor Farrell, Resurrection Peyton Winters, Downers North Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Emilie McGuire, Maine South Kennedy Weigt, JCA Jaida Green, Downers North Free Throw % Faith Heitman, Romeoville Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Brooklyn Bachmann, Minooka Destiny Hollins, Lockport Naomi Mayes, Lockport Sam Fagenholz, Maine South Jacqui Eubanks, Plainfield South Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Kelly Kons, Maine South 3-pointers Jaida Green, Downers North Sam Fagenholz, Maine South Erin Heide, Minooka Kennedy Weigt, JCA Nina Anderson, Maine South Sarah Costello, Downers North Taylor Farrell, Resurrection Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Destiny Hollins, Lockport

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Stumpe, North top Jordan, East

By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

In front of a packed house at Plainfield North Friday, Dec. 20, it was two juniors who stole the show in a Southwest Prairie Conference game between Plainfield North and Plainfield East.

North’s Trevor Stumpe and East’s Aaron Jordan scored 32 points apiece, but it was sophomore Kevin Krieger who made clutch free throws down the stretch for the Tigers (7-2, 2-1) in a 78-72 win.

“This is a good rivalry,” East coach Branden Adkins said.

“We have two great players going back and forth.They were making big-time shots and bigtime plays. He (Stumpe) is a momentum kid and when he makes some shots, he is tough to stop. That’s what Division-I basketball players do. Aaron did a good job of leading our guys and knocked down some tough shots.”

With the score 75-72 with 12 seconds left, Krieger hit the front end of a 1-and-1 to give the Tigers a 76-72 lead and after a missed three pointer from the Bengals (6-2, 2-1), Krieger (17 points, 8 in fourth quarter) iced the game with two more free throws.

“I just had to knock them down and get the game over with,” Krieger said.“I just had to put the game away. I wasn’t nervous, I just had to knock them down.”

“Krieger is a very good player,” North coach Bob Krahulik said.

“We knew they were doubleteaming Trevor on the inbounds pass and he (Krieger) was the one we wanted to get the ball to then. We have that much confidence in him to make those free throws.”

With Stumpe being limited to two points over the final 12 minutes of the game, others had to step up and Krieger was one of them.

“Last game I struggled in

the fourth quarter and I just wanted to help the team and do whatever I needed to do,” Krieger said.“My job was to knock down those free throws and build my confidence.”

“It’s a lot of weight off my shoulders,” Stumpe said. “When they have two guys on me I can’t just start throwing up shots, although I might have forced up a few. It’s great when the other guys can make buckets and clutch free throws.”

North jumped out to a quick 10-0 lead and led 19-4 midway through the first quarter before East responded to make it 23-18 after one.

“We got a lot of stops and steals,” Stumpe said. “I knew my shot wasn’t on in warm-ups so I got it going by taking the ball to the basket.”

“We played defense, forced turnovers and pressured the ball and we were able to run because of that,” Krahulik said of the quick start. “When they play good defense, we are a very good team.”

The Bengals took a 32-29 lead in the second quarter, but North came back for a 41-36 lead at the half.

That lead quickly expanded to 55-42 four minutes into the second half thanks to 10 points from Stumpe.

“We’ve been starting off slow lately,” Jordan said. “That’s one thing we need to fix. We can’t keep digging ourselves a hole and expect to come back every time. That’s definitely something we have to fix.”

“We dug ourselves some holes, we came back and then we would make some bad plays,” Adkins said. “We had to expend a lot of energy to get back into it. At halftime we thought if we made the adjustments we were talking about all week, we would be fine.”

However, the Bengals would not go quietly. They cut the lead to 61-54 after three and scored the first eight points of the fourth

quarter to take the lead.

That would be their last lead of the game though as North went on a 9-2 run to regain control.

“I’m very proud of them for (withstanding the East runs),” Krahulik stated. “The Plainfield South game really hurt, the way we didn’t finish the game off. We finished the game the way we wanted to today.We did what we were supposed to do.”

“We settled and didn’t make the right choices when we got the lead,” Jordan said.“That’s one thing we have to go back and look and to see what we could have done there.”

Jordan hit a three and Myles Ward had a three-point play to make it a one-possession game in the closing seconds before Krieger finished the scoring off at the line.

North was 27-of-45 from the floor (60 percent) and 19-of-27 from the free throw line (70 percent).

Stumpe went 11-of-21 from the floor and 8-of-10 at the line.

Jake Nowak added 12 points.

“It was a huge win,” Krieger said. “We just came off of two losses.We needed to get that win and get our confidence back.”

“This was big,” Stumpe said.

“We knew we could do it, but now a lot of people know it too.

It was a great bounce back and we have our confidence back.

This was a big win because if we would have lost it, it would have been tough to get back in the conference race. Now, it’s all evened up.”

For the game East shot 48 percent from the field and 72 percent from the free throw line (18-of-25). Jordan was 10-of-17 from the field (58 percent), 4-of7 from three and 8-of-9 from the line (88 percent). Ward added 13 points.

“This one is behind us but we will always remember it,” Jordan said.“We have to go to Pekin and get back in the win column. We won’t forget this.”

•Plainfield South beat Plainfield

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Trevor Stumpe scored 32 points in Plainfield North’s 78-72 win over Plainfield East.

Central 75-71.

Corey Evers had 27 points for South (4-5, 2-1), while Shane Ritter added 13. Logan Velasquez

had 23 for Central (3-5, 1-2), 13 in the fourth.

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DAVE SAYS

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Don’t forget Christmas Get control of spending without causing a rift during the holidays Dear Dave, My wife and I have $15,000 in debt left to pay off. We bring home around $32,000 a year,and we usually spend $250 to $300 on Christmas. I started talking to her about your plan earlier this year, and she finally agreed and got on board a couple of months ago. How should we handle Christmas budgeting in the middle of working our debt snowball?

Scott Dear Scott, The first thing I’d suggest is to not mention my name for a while.

If she’s agreed to start working the plan and help you guys get control of your money, that’s enough for now.We don’t want to cause a rift during the holidays.

Just sit down together and ask her what she thinks is a reasonable amount to spend for Christmas

while you’re trying to get out of debt. If it’s a reasonable figure, smile and tell her you agree.

You might even ask if she’s okay with your old Christmas budget. If she is, then pencil it in and move on to other things.

The big thing is to make sure you listen to her opinion and work on this together. On the off chance that she gives some crazy dollar amount, just nod and ask how she came to that figure.Then, talk things out. Don’t bring up my name or go crazy about things. It sounds like you two are on the right track!

—Dave

Switch to Roth TSP? Dear Dave, Do you think I should consider switching from my traditional TSP

(Thrift Savings Plan) to a Roth TSP? Jeremy Dear Jeremy, If I’ve got a choice, I’m going with the Roth TSP. Now, if you’re starting out really late with your saving and investing, the math might work out either way. But in most cases, when you’ve got several years ahead of you, a Roth TSP, or even a Roth IRA or Roth 401(k) where your money grows tax free, is a much better choice.

Remember, unless you’ve waited until you’re in your sixties, the vast majority of the money in the account will be growth. Ten percent or less will be the money you actually put into the account.

This tax-free growth is what makes the Roth TSP an excellent choice.

In other words, if you’ve got $1 million in your current investment, and $900,000 is growth, you’ll get taxed on that portion.That would amount to around $300,000. If your money is in a Roth, there are no taxes. You just saved $300,000 out of every $1 million. Not a bad deal, is it?

—Dave

Online bank okay?

Dear Dave, What do you think about using an online bank for my emergency fund?

Raphael Dear Raphael, It’s not a bad idea at all, as long as you can easily check out the institution’s reputation and stability. There are lots of financial scams online, so you want to do some research and make sure they’re a reputable and trustworthy organization.

Due diligence is the key,Raphael.

There are reliable household names that are online banks, but you can’t just assume the group you’re dealing with online is made up of honest, stand-up folks

any more than you can with a traditional brick-and-mortar bank.

Make sure you take your time and know exactly what you’re getting into before going into business with them.

Remember, it’s not as simple with an online bank as just walking in the door to get your money back if something goes wrong!

—Dave * Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He’s authored four New York Times bestselling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover and EntreLeadership. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 6 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

interpersonal edge

Helping others in office a way to help yourself Q. The advice in your column often seems geared to avoid making other people uncomfortable.

My job is hard enough without having to walk on eggshells about other people’s feelings.

Since the tools you teach seem to be tricky to learn and take time, how does it benefit me to help other people feel good about their jobs?

A. The better you can get other people to feel and act around you, the better your own job will be.

You are correct that to reduce the amount of suffering and bad decisions in people around us, we have to be responsible to change our habits.

The hardest habit to break is the luxury of blaming everyone around us for our problems at work.

If you are part of a situation that is causing you suffering, you are at least in some small way opening a door for someone to treat you

badly. It’s not necessarily your fault if people treat you poorly.

However, there are a number of clever strategies to make it nearly impossible for even abusive people to keep hurting you.

As satisfying as it is to bite back on someone upsetting us, the longterm consequence is that other people get even.

If you don’t enjoy the long-term experience of people seeking revenge on you, then you have to give away the short-lived bliss of telling people off.

For instance, next time a customer, coworker, or boss is angry at you, instead of defending yourself or counterattacking, try taking a deep breath and neutrally repeating back in your own words what they just said.You’ll discover that other people have a very hard time staying mad at anyone who so clearly understands their point of view.

www.interpersonaledge.com

Quick TIP to help in the office: Next time a customer, coworker, or boss is angry at you, instead of defending yourself or counterattacking, try taking a deep breath and neutrally repeating back in your own words what they just said.

Once you’ve established that you truly get the other’s point of view, they will be highly likely to be willing to listen to your ideas.

Brilliant defenses and counterattacks will never give you a chance to influence others as much as a simple demonstration of listening skills.

Most of my clients would tell

If you are part of a situation that is causing you suffering, you are at least in some small way opening a door for someone to treat you badly. you that in the beginning they felt like aliens when they focused on the long-term result they wanted rather than venting.

They would also tell you it took longer than they wanted and it was harder than they thought to change their bad interpersonal habits.

However, when they come in my office delighted that they are no longer at the center of office wars and almost always have the result they want, they tell me it was more than worth the price.

The last word(s) Q. I was just hired into a job where the last four managers only lasted six months. Should I be

worried?

A.Yes.Your first priority should be to find out how each was set up to fail before they started, and then develop a strategy that avoids repeating history.

Those who can learn from the mistakes of their predecessors usually avoid the unemployment line.

(Daneen Skube,Ph.D.,executive coach,trainer, therapist and speaker,also appears as the FOX Channel’s“Workplace Guru”each Monday morning.

She’s the author of“Interpersonal Edge:Breakthrough Tools forTalking toAnyone,Anywhere,About Anything”(Hay House,2006).You can contact Dr. Skube at www.interpersonaledge.com or 1420 NW Gilman Blvd.,#2845,Issaquah,WA 98027.Sorry,no personal replies.)

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ONGOING Illumination - Tree Lights at the Morton Arboretum.

The Morton Arboretum is hosting Illumination this holiday season, which is an opportunity to see trees in a different light.

The program will take place through January 4, 2014 and will engage your senses with dazzling projections, trees that respond to touch and sound, and vivid electric colors throughout.

Reservations are encouraged and tickets can be purchased online at mortonarb.org/illumination, at the Visitor Center Information Desk, or by phone at (630) 725-2066.

Visit mortonarb.org/illumination for more information.

Recycle Holiday Lights. Now through February 21, 2014. The village of Woodridge has partnered with Elgin Recycling to offer this free service to residents. Recycle your holiday lights including minilights, C7 or C9 lights, rope or LED lights, extension, phone, or computer cords; all are eligible for recycling. Please - no CFLs. Recycling receptacles can be found in the Village Hall lobby, 5 Plaza Drive, or the Public Works/ Police Department lobby located at 1 Plaza Drive.

Downers Grove Coat Drive.

Beginning Nov.25 through January 13, the village will be collecting gently used coats and winter accessories for all ages.Drop boxes are located in the lobbies of Village Hall,801 BurlingtonAve.,the Police Station, 825 Burlington Ave., and Public Works, 5101 Walnut Ave. All items collected will be donated to Sharing Connections to benefit those in need in the community.

Westmont Band Parent Association Craft Show. It is time for the 24th annual Band Parent Association Craft Show at Westmont Senior High School.

This year’s show will take place on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and there is no admission charge. Come spend a festive day shopping among vendors who exhibit an array of handcrafted items.

Offerings include traditional craft items such as handmade jewelry, ornaments, knitwear, handmade cards, and fresh wreaths. Be serenaded by ensembles from our band throughout the event and enjoy the jazz band perform holiday classics.

Lunch will be served beginning at 11 a.m. and concessions will be available throughout the day.

Prizes donated by our crafters are raffled off continuously during the craft show with almost 100 chances to win. Remember to

bring home a tasty treat made by our flag drill team to satisfy your sweet tooth. Vendors interested in participating in the 2013 craft show, are encouraged to contact Westmont High School at 630468-8100.

A Season of Giving. Join the West Suburban Community Pantry as we celebrate this Season of Giving.Your generous donation will help feed your neighbors in need throughout the holidays and beyond. Your gift of sustenance can mean the difference between someone enjoying a nutritious meal or going to bed hungry - again. There are many ways you can lend support to those who are facing “food insecurity” during these difficult economic times. Thanksgiving Celebration Program: Throughout the month of November, the Pantry will provide each client with a holiday meal. Donate frozen hams/turkeys or non-perishable food items such as instant potatoes, stuffing mix, canned yarns, pumpkin-pie filling, canned fruits and vegetables, gravy and cranberry sauce. Christmas Celebration Program: Throughout the month of December, every client with a child 12 and under visiting the pantry, will receive an age appropriate gift.Gift donations should be delivered to the pantry unwrapped. You may also make a monetary donation by check or credit card. With every $1 we receive, we have the purchasing power of $6 and that is a lot of bang for the buck. Holiday food or gift donations will be accepted at the Pantry from now through the Christmas holiday. The pantry is open for donations Monday Saturday from 8:00am - 4:00pm.

Monetary donations can be mailed to West Suburban Community Pantry located at 6809 Hobson Valley Drive, Unit 118, Woodridge, IL 60517. Call 630-512-9921 ext.

202 if you wish to make your donation via credit card.

Coffee Break Bible Study.9:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays, Downers Grove Community Church 6600 Fairview, Downers Grove. A new Bible study series will begin October 23 on “Discover Prayer”.

Child care is available. “Coffee Break” is a non-denominational Bible study held each Wednesday morning for women of all ages.

The general schedule is gathering, prayer requests, a discussion of the topic through a question and answer format. Three leaders are available to keep the discussion groups small. New study booklets are available for the seven-week study. Drop in on any Wednesday.

Calendar Technology Tuesdays. 1 to 3 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library. Drop in for help with your basic technology questions.A team of librarians will be on hand to talk about everything from email to Facebook to smart devices and apps. We’ll have tablets and computers on hand for you to use, but you are welcome to bring your own device.

Third Thursday. 5–7 p.m. every third Thursday at the DuPage Children’s Museum. Third Thursdays are a special time once a month for families of children with autism spectrum disorder, visual, and mobility impairments to come play at the Museum. All activities are free with admission or membership.

B & B Ladies Golf League.

Join us for golf and fun every Friday morning. Season runs May 4-Sept. 28. 9 holes at Village Greens of Woodridge. For information call 630-985-3610.

Great Decisions Foreign Policy Discussion Group.

9:30-11:30 a.m. every Monday at the Downers Grove Library.

Topics for 2012 include: Middle East realignment, promoting democracy, Mexico, cybersecurity, exit for Afghanistan and Iraq, state of the oceans, Indonesia, and energy geopolitics. Registration is not required. Call Nancy Peraino at 630-968-8706 for more information.

Families Anonymous meeting. 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4501 Main St., Downers Grove. Families Anonymous is a 12-Step fellowship for families and friends of persons with destructive behavior, whether caused by drugs, alcohol, or related behavioral problems.

Meetings are held weekly. Contact DownersFA@gmail.com if you have questions or call 630-6099971.

Alcoholics Anonymous.

Meetings daily at the West Suburban Alano Club,17 W.Quincy St., Westmont. Open speaker meetings at 7 p.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m. Sundays, other meetings listed by day and hour on www. wsacaa.org.

Memberships available: inquire at the Club.

Baby and Toddler Storytime.

10:15-10:45 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Westmont Library. Get ready for stories, songs, and interactive play. Young children and a caregiver can enjoy this weekly time together while nurturing a love of reading. For

ages 0-3.

Toddler & Me Playgroup.

10:45-11:30 a.m. Thursdays at the Westmont Library. Bring your young children to a special morning playtime in the library’s meeting room. Interact with other moms and caregivers while the kids play and eat snacks.

Saturday Morning Storytime.

9:30-10 a.m. at the Downers Grove Library. Join in every Saturday morning for storytime filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays.

This program is for children of all ages and their caregivers. Adult participation is an important part of this storytime.

Job Club. Mondays from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Woodridge Library, 3 Plaza Drive, Woodridge.

Job Club members learn to write résumés and cover letters, develop interviewing skills and find job leads. No sign-up, no fee, just drop in. For further information call 630-964-7899, email askus@ woodridgelibrary.org, or visit www.woodridgelibrary.org.

DECEMBER 26 Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Emmett’s Ale House, 5200 Main St., Downers Grove. Meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month. Members are dedicated to supporting and raising the awareness of charitable organizations, individuals in need, and the community. New members always welcome. www. dgjwc.org.

Last Thursday Open Mike.

7 to 9:30 p.m. at Two Way Street Coffee House1047 Curtis St., Downers Grove. Free. Doors open at 7pm for sign-up.

DECEMBER 27 Winter Break Craftacular!

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Stop by to color, stick, fold, and assemble crafts for all ages! Drop in for one craft, or stay longer and make more. Preschoolers must be directly supervised by an adult.

Available to the first 100 crafters.

DECEMBER 29 Broadway Hits Concert. 2 to 3 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N Cass Ave. Popular Chicago musician, Robyn Vitson, will belt out Broadway classics like, “All That Jazz,” “Memory,” “I Dreamed a Dream,” and more!

Attend this intimate, afternoon concert at the library for a stroll down memory lane. For more information, visit westmontlibrary.

org.

DECEMBER 30 Wild Day Off. 9 a.m. to noon at Lyman Woods. School’s out! Make tracks to Lyman Woods for a wild day off! We’ll spend our days off of school outdoors hiking and exploring the woods, searching for woodland wildlife, creating nature crafts, playing games and much more. Dress to go outside and get messy. The fee is $15.50/ child. 4 to 9 years old.

DECEMBER 31 New Year’s Eve Party. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St.We’ll count down to noon with music, snacks, and games! Come in party attire, if you’d like! For ages 10 and up.

JANUARY 3 Holiday Open Gym. 1 to 2:30 p.m. and 2:30 to 4 p.m. at Jefferson Jr. High School Gym in Woodridge.

Grades 3-5 and Grades 6-8. Fee: $3 (residents)/$4(nonresidents)/ parents FREE. Bring your friends to shoot some hoops or kick a ball around. No pre-registration; pay cash at the door.

JANUARY 4 Welcome to Downton—An Afternoon with Lady Cora. 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St.The fourth season of Downton Abbey premieres on PBS on Sunday, January 5. We’re teaming up with the Downers Grove Park District and Downers Grove Historical Society to bring you fun programs in celebration of the new television season. Mistress of Downton Abbey Lady Cora is portrayed with short presentations that provide insight into what life was like in England during the 1920s. Stop by the lobby to visit with our Lady Cora. Registration is not required - just stop by!

JANUARY 5 Suenos Latin-Jazz Quartet. 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove.

Music encompassing the sounds of Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, Flamenco, and more. Please register as they always draw a large crowd!

England’s Greatest Gardens.

2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N Cass Ave. Join Carolyn Ulrich, editor of Chicagoland Gardening Magazine, as she takes us on a tour of famous English gardens that are open to the public. For more information, visit westmontlibrary.org.

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JANUARY 7 Affordable Care Act. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Drive. Independent insurance agent David Wylly will review the Affordable Care Act and bring you up to speed from the basics to the most current details. He will discuss how coverage is structured, how potential subsidies are calculated, and strategies for the years ahead.

For more information, visit www. woodridgelibrary.org.

JANUARY 9 Taxes are Everyone’s Business. 7 to 8:45 p.m. at the Park District Recreation Center at 4500 Belmont Road, Downers Grove. Judi Strauss reviews key elements of the tax code effective for 2013,as well as the increasingly complex rules for sales of stock and mutual funds, Form 8949, and the revised Schedule D. Bring your questions!

JANUARY 11

Chili Open Golf Outing. 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Twin Lakes Golf Club 400 W. 59th St., Westmont.

Ages: 16+ This event is especially for die hard golfers. Dress warm and prepare to challenge yourself to a unique round of golf. Specific rules have been developed for this golf open in the snow. Sign up as an individual, or register in a foursome. Tee times may be requested but are not guaranteed.

Fee includes greens fees, prizes, snow golf balls, hot dogs, chili, and beverage. Call (630) 852-7167 for reservations. Entry fee: $35/Golfer.

All day!

JANUARY 12 Grown-Up and Me Tea. 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N Cass Ave. 3 to 6 years old. Dress up and bring a favorite grown-up to the library for an afternoon of tea. There will be stories and songs. There will even be the opportunity to take an elegant photo and make a frame to show it off. For more information, visit westmontlibrary.org.

JANUARY 19 The Limitations—Guitar, Bass, Vocal Harmonics. 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Woodridge Public

Library, 3 Plaza Drive. This trio plays classic rockabilly, including Johnny Cash, Elvis, Carl Perkins, and more. This is American music before the British invasion. Classic fun music for everyone! For more information, visit westmontlibrary. org.

Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest. 3 p.m. at the St. Scholastica Gym, 7800 Janes Ave., Woodridge. All boys and girls ages 10 to 14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition for the 2014 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship. The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship is sponsored annually,with winners progressing through local, district, and state competitions. All boys and girls 10 to 14 years old are eligible to participate and will compete in their respective age divisions. Last year more than 120,000 boys and girls participated in over 3,000 local competitions. For more information contact Free Throw Co-Chairmen, Tim Hutton at 630841-9341 or TAGhutton@yahoo. com.

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with PVPN. 7 to 9 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N Cass Ave. In cooperation with the Friends of the Westmont Library, PVPN will be performing radio versions of two Sherlock Holmes mysteries, taken from the archives of The Lux Theatre productions that were standard entertainment in the 1940s. Hear the stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle read aloud as an old time radio show. PVPN will present, “Murder in the Casbah” and “A Scandal in Bohemia,” complete with sound effects and old time commercials fashioned for current businesses in downtown Westmont. Tickets for the show can be purchased in advance at the library with a suggested donation of $3 per person or $5 at the door on the night of the performance. Concessions will be available inside the library.

JANUARY 26 Robin’s Dog Stars. 2 to 3 p.m.at the Westmont Public Library,428 N Cass Ave. Starlight and her owner/ trainer, Robin Bengtson, teach children and adults all about dogs.

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JANUARY 28 Forensics 101. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N Cass Ave. Join Westmont PD’s Detective Borgardt for this two hour program featuring fingerprinting and the collection of crime scene evidence. For more information, visit westmontlibrary. org.

FEBRUARY 7 Enchanted Prince & Princess Ball. 6:30 to 8 p.m.at theWoodridge Park District Community Center, 2600 Center Drive. HereYe! Here Ye! A royal decree for all in the land, An Enchanted Prince & Princess Ball is planned.Prince & Princesses come from far and wide, Keep your eyes open for a special guest to arrive.

Please wear your prince & pretty princess attire, For dancing, games and fun we aspire.We hope you can attend our royal ball, The hostesses of the Woodridge Park District await your call. 2 to 6 year olds with adult. Fee: $15.00 (resident)/$22.00 (nonresident). Call 630-353-3300 for registration information.

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plan ahead for the ultimate holiday roast beef dinner Stop by your local butcher or supermarket and order the roast as soon as possible Thanksgiving is barely over when you suddenly realize the time has come to start thinking seriously about what you’ll cook for Christmas dinner.

And I always wonder: Why do so many people cook another turkey on December 24 or 25?

Maybe it’s because memories of the previous holiday’s golden-brown turkey are still so deliciously fresh.

Or perhaps that’s the way family tradition has always said the Christmas menu should be.

Or, just maybe, our minds are so fatigued by entertaining at this time of year that we find it easier to switch to autopilot and cook the same thing all over again.

So I’d like to propose a different main course for your holiday table this Christmas.

Try my recipe for Roast Prime Rib of Beef with Garlic-Herb Crust.

I find roast beef to be one of the most impressive main courses you could present for a special meal, especially when you start with a bone-in roast.

Boldly shaped and deeply browned, with a tempting crust and juicy, rose-colored interior,

the roast seems to me to announce like nothing else that a real feast is about to begin.

If your mouth is watering at that description, I suggest you act now.

Stop by your local butcher or supermarket and order the roast as soon as possible, just to make sure there will be one on hand and reserved

i fiNd rOasT beef TO be ONe Of The MOsT iMPressive MaiN cOurses yOu cOuld PreseNT fOr a sPecial Meal, esPecially WheN yOu sTarT WiTh a bONe-iN rOasT. for you when you shop for the meal. You can keep it in the refrigerator for a good three days before you cook it.

Then, simply follow my recipe. The keys to success are simple.

To begin, while the oven

preheats, rub the exterior of the roast thoroughly with the seasoning mixture.

During cooking, the seasonings will not only subtly flavor the inside of the meat but will also mingle with the juices to form the muchdesired crust, which will add excitement to every serving.

The roasting itself happens in two stages. For the first 25 minutes, I like to cook the meat at a high temperature to help the crust form, sealing in the juices.

Then, I reduce the temperature and complete the cooking at a more gentle heat that enhances the meat’s tenderness.

Finally, once the roast is done to your liking (which you can test easily with an instant-read thermometer), be sure to let it rest, covered, at warm room temperature for 30 minutes before carving.

This crucial yet easy step allows the bubbling-hot juices to settle back into the meat, so more of them stay in every bite.

Follow these few pointers and you’ll have a roast everyone will love. In fact, you may love it so much that you might even be tempted to make it again for New Year’s Eve! (c) 2013 WOLFGANG PUCK WORLDWIDE, INC. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

roast priMe rib of beef with garliC-herb Crust Serves 6 to 8

1 bone-in prime rib of beef, 4 to 5 pounds 8 garlic cloves, minced 4 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary 2 teaspoons dried thyme 4 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons kosher salt remove the roast from the refrigerator and leave it at room temperature while you preheat the oven to 450 degrees f. Place the rack in the center of the oven - or, if the roast won’t fit into your oven with the rack in the center, place the rack in the lower position.

While the oven is heating, put the roast rib side down on a rack inside a large, heavy roasting pan. in a small bowl, stir together the garlic, rosemary, thyme, pepper and salt. spread the garlic-herb mixture evenly all over the surface of the meat, pressing down firmly with your hands to help the mixture adhere.

Place the roasting pan on the oven rack. cook the roast for 25 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature setting to 250 degrees f. and continue roasting until an instant-read thermometer, inserted into the center of the roast without touching bone, reads 120 degrees f. for rare or 125 degrees f. for medium rare, 1-1/2 to 2 hours longer. remove the roast from the oven and transfer it to a platter. cover the roast with aluminum foil and leave it to rest in a warm spot for 30 minutes. uncover the roast and transfer it to a carving board.

Pour the juices that have accumulated on the platter into a sauceboat for serving.

With a sharp carving knife, and steadying the roast with a carving fork, cut the meat across the grain into thick or thin slices, as you and your guests prefer; if guests like, include rib bones as part of their portions, cutting carefully between the bones. Pass the juices at table for guests to help themselves.

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