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Community House honors Tomanovich family Tomanovichs’ involvement with The Community House began ﬁve years ago through the annual Autism Walk The Community House champions a vibrant and caring community. We stand for the power of neighbors joining with neighbors. The response from friends and neighbors who volunteer to carry out our mission across such areas as Charlie’s Gift, Willowbrook Corner, Jodie Harrison Basketball, Flag Football, and other areas has been overwhelming. Hundreds of residents lock arms to make this a better, stronger community every year dedicating their precious gifts of time and talent. The Katharine Van Dusen Sylves-

ter Service Award, named after Life Trustee Kathy Sylvester, was established over 20 years ago and honors volunteers who exemplify her spirit of uniting service and leadership for the betterment of the community through services provided by The Community House. This year the award was presented to the Tomanovich family by Acting Executive Director Brad Warren and Director of Volunteer Services Marcie McGonagle at a Volunteer Reception Event at The Community House. The Tomanovichs’ involvement

“We wanted to give Noah something that he can take ownership over and he has, he looks forward to doing it every year ... ” - DEANNE TOMANOVICH

with The Community House began five years ago through the annual Autism Walk and Walker School where Deanne Tomanovich works as a special education teacher. Deanne began promoting the walk within the school which triggered interest in her family to do more to help children diagnosed with autism. Deanne and Alex To-

manovich’s son Noah, a student at Downers Grove South High school, is autistic but very social. “We wanted to give Noah something that he can take ownership over and he has, he looks forward to doing it every year,” stated Deanne Tomanovich. Noah has spread the word through his endearing personality and infectious laugh. With the help of family, friends and the community, their reach has grown bigger each and every year. Alex Tomanovich began working with the walk’s planning committee. He co-chaired the walk in 2013 and has served annually as an advisor. Through their walk efforts, the Tomanovich family has contributed significant support to The

Community House and Charlie’s Gift Center for Autism and Related Disorders. Because of their own experiences, the Tomanovich family has become tireless advocates for The Community House, Charlie’s Gift and most importantly children and families with autism and autism spectrum disorder. Every year, The Community House receives support from over 600 volunteers who spend over 9890 hours serving our community. We are grateful for this outpouring of support and welcome others to get involved in volunteering. To volunteer, contact Marcie McGonagle at The Community House, 630-323-7500 or email mmcgonagle@thecommunityhouse.org.

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TRANSPORTATION

PACE approves 1st major fare hike in 6 years Riders will have to pay more per ride and per transfer, passes remain same BY IGOR STUDENKOV Bugle Staff @BugleNewspapers nweditor@buglenewspapers.com

The PACE suburban bus transit agency’s Board of Directors voted unanimously to approve a budget that included the first major fare hike since 2009. Whether they’re using regular routes, premium routes, dial-aride services or paratransit services, riders will have to pay more per ride and per transfer. The cost of PACE and PACE /CTA passes remains the same. As previously reported by the Bugle, the fare increase is one of several steps the transit agency is taking to make up for funding shortfall. Agency spokesperson Maggie Daly-Skogsbakken told this newspaper that, while PACE understood that fare increase could hurt riders, especially paratransit riders, it was important for the transit agency to maintain its services and keep its capital projects on track. Without it, she said, PACE’s ridership might suffer in the long run. On Jan. 1, 2018, the cash fares for regular routes will go up from $2 to $2.25, while Ventra card fares will go up from $1.57 to $2. The increase will be more dramatic for premium routes, going up from $4 to $4.50. Premium routes include commuter shuttles, a summer shuttle service to Six Flags Great America, and routes that link riders to Wrigley Field, Soldier Field and Guaranteed Rate Field on game days. Express shuttle routes 755 and 855 serve Plainfield, while routes 850 and 851 serve Bolingbrook. Route 768 and Route 775 provide express service to Soldier Field and Guaranteed Rate Field from Bolingbrook. For the first time in recent history, the cost of transferring between routes will increase as well. The regular transfers will increase from $0.25 to $0.30. The transfers between buses serving Joliet will remain free. The surcharges for transfers between local and premium routes will increase as well. Riders play-

The following are PACE bus routes in your area DOWNERS GROVE 1. Route 834 - Joliet-Downers Grove. Provides weekday and Sat-

urday service from the Joliet central business district and Metra Station to Finley/Branding. Serves Lewis University, Good Samaritan Hospital, Romeoville, Lockport, Bolingbrook, Will County Courthouse, Yorktown Shopping Center and Downers Grove. Certain trips connect with Metra - BNSF service at the Main St. Station in Downers Grove.

2. Route 715 - Central DuPage.

Provides weekday service between the Addison Walmart and Brookhaven Plaza in Darien. Certain weekday rush hour trips serve Argonne National Laboratory. Serves the Addison Walmart, DeVry, Universal Technical Institute, Glen Oaks Hospital, the Metra UP - West Line Glen Ellyn Station, College of DuPage, Finley Square, Yorktown Center, Midwestern University, the Metra BNSF Line Westmont Station, Brookhaven Plaza and Argonne National Laboratory (certain weekday rush hour trips only).

3. Route 661 - Southwest Westmont. Provides weekday rush

hour service from southwest Westmont to the Westmont Metra Station (BNSF Line). Residential areas served on this route are Willow View Apts., The Ponds, Willow West, The Piers, and the King Arthur Apts.

4. Route 821 - IL 53/83rd St. Belmont Metra. Provides weekday

service from Woodridge to Downers Grove. Service operates from the intersection of IL 53/83rd Street to Belmont Metra Station (BNSF Railway). Evening rush hour service provides trips based on outbound demand from Belmont Metra Station. Serves the following major destinations: Woodridge Club, Windsor Lakes, Woodridge Village Hall, Woodridge Park District Community Center and the Bristol Club Apartments.

5. Route 461 - North Downers Grove. Provides weekday rush hour

Grove. Provides weekday rush hour

service from southeast Downers Grove and the Downers Grove Metra Station (BNSF Line). This route provides service to Fairview Plaza Park-n-Ride, Downers Park Plaza, Green Knolls Shopping Center and Jewel.

8. Route 877 - South Suburban Oakbrook Limited. Provides weekday rush hour express service between Harvey, Blue Island Park-n-Ride, Alsip, Oak Brook, and Lombard via Tri-State Tollway. Service is provided to the Pace Harvey Transportation Center, Oakbrook Center, Yorktown Center, Esplanade and Sara Lee HQ.

9. Route 888 - Tri-State Flyer. Pro-

vides weekday rush hour express service from the Homewood Park-n-Ride to Oak Brook, Lombard, Lisle and Naperville via the Tri-State Tollway. Service is also provided to Oakbrook Shopping Center, Yorktown Shopping Center, AT&T Lisle Center, Esplanade, Sara Lee HQ and Marriott Hotel Naperville

10. Route 313 - St. Charles Road.

Provides daily service between the CTA Green Line Austin Station in Chicago and Branding/Finley in Downers Grove. Serves the CTA Green Line Austin Station, West Suburban Hospital, Oak Park River Forest High School, Westlake Hospital, Eastgate Center and Yorktown Center.

11. Route 465 - Belmont StationEsplanade Shuttle Bug. This route

provides weekday rush hour Shuttle Bug service between Metra BNSF Line Belmont Station, 3500 Lacey Road, and the Esplanade office complex.

12. Route 722 - Ogden Avenue. This

route provides weekday and Saturday service between the Metra BNSF Railway Naperville Station and Yorktown Center in Lombard, operating via Ogden Avenue and Warrenville Road. Serves Naperville, Ogden Mall, Navistar, Arboretum Lakes, Lisle, Downers Grove, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Lombard.

LISLE 1. Route 820 - University HeightsHobson Creek - Lisle. Provides week-

service between north Downers Grove and the Downers Grove Main St. Station - BNSF. This route includes service to Good Samaritan Hospital and Downers Market.

day rush hour commuter service from the University Heights area of southeastern Naperville to the Lisle Metra Station (BNSF Line). Residential areas served include Hobson Creek, Village Green Apartments, and The Meadows.

6. Route 462 - Southwest Downers Grove. Provides weekday rush hour

2. Route 824 - East Bolingbrook Lisle. Provides weekday rush hour

service from southwest Downers Grove and the Downers Grove Metra Station (BNSF Line).

7. Route 463 - Southeast Downers

ing one-time fares currently have to pay $2.50, while riders with all passes except the 30-day Premium Pace/CTA Pass have to pay $2.25 per ride. In the beginning of 2018, those surcharges will go up $2.80 and $2.50, respectfully. The call-and-ride services, such as the one in West Joliet, have the same fares as regular routes, so

service from eastern Bolingbrook to the Lisle Metra Station (BNSF Line). Residential areas served include Winston Woods, Sugar Brook, East Bolingbrook, and the Pace Canterbury Park-n-Ride.

they will go up as well. The ADA paratransit services, which severe both the City of Chicago and suburban six-county region, will also see increases, from $3 to $3.25. PACE Board of Directors approved the budget during its Nov. 8 meeting. The directors reported that, during the public hearing, increase in paratransit fares stood

3. Route 825 - Central Bolingbrook-Lisle. Provides weekday rush

hour service from central Bolingbrook and the Canterbury Park-n-Ride to the Lisle Metra Station (BNSF Line).

4. Route 826 - South Lisle. Provides weekday rush hour service from South Lisle to the Lisle Metra Station (BNSF Line). Residential areas served include The Villages on Maple and Four Lakes. Two reverse morning trips are operated to the Lisle Industrial Park.

5. Route 827 - Green Trails-Steeple Run. Provides weekday rush hour service from southwestern Lisle to the Lisle Metra Station (BNSF Line). Residential areas served include Green Trails and Steeple Run.

6. Route 828 - North Lisle. Provides weekday rush hour service between northern Lisle and the Metra BNSF Railway Lisle Station. Residential areas served include Beau Bien and Lakeside Apartments. 7. Route 829 - Lisle-Naperville Ofﬁce Corridor. Provides weekday rush

hour reverse commuter service between Metra BNSF Railway Lisle Station and businesses along Warrenville Road. Major Destinations served include Arboretum Lakes, Corporetum Office Campus, Corporate Lakes, Corporate West, Navistar, Alcatel-Lucent, Central Park of Lisle and Molex.

8. Route 888 - Tri-State Flyer. Pro-

9. Route 877 - South Suburban Oakbrook . Provides weekday rush

hour express service between Harvey, Blue Island Park-n-Ride, Alsip, Oak Brook, and Lombard via Tri-State Tollway. Service is provided to the Pace Harvey Transportation Center, Oakbrook Center, Yorktown Center, Esplanade and Sara Lee HQ.

10. Route 722 - Ogden Avenue. This

WESTMONT 1. Route 661 - Southwest

out as a major concern. Director Terrance Carr, who represents central suburban Cook County, said that he attended the public hearing in his region. Five people attended, and most of the comments were positive, with only concerns expressed about public transit fares. Director Thomas Marcucci,

Westmont. Provides weekday rush hour service from southwest Westmont to the Westmont Metra Station (BNSF Line). Residential areas served on this route are Willow View Apts., The Ponds, Willow West, The Piers, and the King Arthur Apts. 2. Route 662 - South Central Westmont. Provides weekday

rush hour service from south central Westmont to the Westmont Metra Station (BNSF Line). Residential areas served by this route are Radcliffe, Ashford, Cass Lake Village, and Twin Lake Towers.

3. Route 665 - Darien-Westmont.

Provides weekday rush hour service from Darien to the Westmont Metra Station (BNSF Line). Serves Hinswood, Farmingdale Terrace, and Brookhaven Plaza.

4. Route 715 - Central DuPage.

WOODRIDGE Route 821 - IL 53/83rd St. - Belmont Metra. Provides weekday service from Woodridge to Downers Grove. Service operates from the intersection of IL 53/83rd Street to Belmont Metra Station (BNSF Railway). Evening rush hour service provides trips based on outbound demand from Belmont Metra Station. Serves the following major destinations: Woodridge Club, Windsor Lakes, Woodridge Village Hall, Woodridge Park District Community Center and the Bristol Club Apartments.

2. Route 834 - Joliet-Downers Grove. Provides weekday and Sat-

3. Route 820 - University HeightsHobson Creek - Lisle. Provides week-

who represents DuPage County, got similar feedback. “We had two folks showed up who wanted to speak,” he said. “Both of them are members of our ADA community, and there was expression of concern about fares, and [it was] appropriate, but thanks for the level of service we maintain.”

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FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF DUPAGE COUNTY

Celebrate holiday season with forest preserve programs Variety of programs offers something for everyone

A Cast-Iron Cooking Thanksgiving. Nov. 19, 11 a.m.

– 1:30 p.m., Churchill Woods. Celebrate Thanksgiving by helping to prepare a traditional meal over an open campfire. Ages 7 and up; under 18 with an adult. $10 per person ages 13 and up;

Music at Mayslake: Acappellago. Dec. 2, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.,

Mayslake Peabody Estate. Join this a cappella choir for “Escape to ... Christmas in the Americas,” a musical journey of songs from the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Ages 10 and up; under 18 with an adult. $15 – $17 per person. Tickets at acappellago.org or 708-484-3797. •

• $5 ages 7 – 12. Register online or at 630-933-7248. •

Holiday Sweets. Nov. 25 and

26, 12:30 – 4 p.m., Kline Creek Farm. Learn how to make bright, colorful hard candies, and take home recipes to start your own holiday tradition. Programs begin at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. All ages. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-876-

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Talons and Claus. Dec. 2, 10

a.m. – 3 p.m. Willowbrook Wildlife Center. Have your picture taken with Santa and his wildlife friends during a holiday open house. Activities ongoing. All ages. Free admission; $10 per photo. No registration. Questions? Call 630-942-6200.

Christmas on the Farm.

Dec. 9 & 10, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., Kline Creek Farm. Visit the animals; enjoy hot spiced cider and carols by the fire; visit the farmhouse decked in greens; and stop in the visitor center for a picture with a Victorian Santa in his sleigh. Activities ongoing. All ages. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-876-5900.

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Hear about farming with real horsepower on a 20-minute ride through the farmstead and fields. Rides are first-come, firstserved and use wagons if there’s less than 4 inches of packed snow on the trail. All ages; under 13 with an adult. $5 per person ages 5 and up; under 5 free. No registration. For trail conditions or to arrange for private group rides, call 630-876-5900.

Holiday Art and Craft Market. Dec. 9, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

and Dec. 10, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Mayslake Peabody Estate. Shop for quality artisan holiday gifts for family and friends. Part of the proceeds will benefit the next restoration project at Mayslake Hall. All ages. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-2069566.

Catch the holiday spirit by joining the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County at a number of events and programs. “Let the Forest Preserve District help you get in the holiday spirit with programs that offer fun for the whole family,” said Forest Preserve District of DuPage County President Joe Cantore. •

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Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides, Dec. 21 – 23 & 28 – 31; 2, 2:30 and 3 p.m. Kline Creek Farm.

“These programs offer opportunities for people to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holidays and celebrate the season by connecting to nature,” said Forest Preserve District Commissioner Jeff Redick, District 2. The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has been connecting people to nature for more than 100 years. More than 4 million people visit its 60 forest preserves, 145 miles of trails, five education centers and scores of programs each year. For information, call 630-9337200 or visit dupageforest.org, where you can also link to the District’s e-newsletter, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages.

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COMMUNITY BULLETIN

Health department offers open enrollment workshops Financial assistance is still available to help lower costs of insurance Open Enrollment is here. This is the time of year to register for health insurance benefits through the HealthCare. gov website, also known as the Health Insurance Marketplace. The DuPage County Health Department is encouraging residents to, ‘Follow Your Dreams, Choose Your

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Health Plan’, and will offer review and renew workshops throughout DuPage County. Specially-trained Community Health Workers will provide information and enrollment assistance. If you do not have insurance through an employer, Medicare, Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), or a source providing qualifying health insurance, you have from November 1 through December 15 to enroll in a health insurance plan. Anyone who registered for insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace in the past, must review and renew their current health insurance

plan during Open Enrollment. By law, each health insurance plan must cover, at a minimum, essential health benefits, including hospitalizations, doctor visits, and prescription medicine. Financial assistance is still available to help lower costs of insurance for individuals meeting the income eligibility criteria. DuPage County residents are asked to call (630) 221-7766 to make an appointment to attend a workshop, or for more information. For the list of workshops, please go to GetDuPageCovered.org.

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Through DECEMBER 31 Festival of Lights. Evenings daily at The Promenade

Bolingbrook, 631 East Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. 250,000 LED glimmering lights synchronized to 17 rotating songs on the 48-foot-tall holiday tree at 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 p.m.

Brook. Enjoy classical music with a twist with styles and eras from bebop jazz, electronic pop and original compositions to jazzed-up classical selections. Ages 10 and up; under 18 with an adult. $7 – $25 per person. Tickets at elmhurstsymphony.org or 630-941-0202.

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NOVEMBER 17 Westmont Public Library Friday Film Fest. 1:30-4 p.m. at

NOVEMBER 23 Morton Arboretum Free Admission. The Morton Arbore-

Westmont Public Library, 428 N. Cass Ave. For November Friday Film Fest highlights comedy films: “Ghostbusters.”

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NOVEMBER 17-DECEMBER 24 22nd Annual Christkindlmarket-Chicago. Opens daily

NOVEMBER 24 Westmont Public Library Friday Film Fest. 1:30-4 p.m. at

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11 a.m. Daley Plaza, between Dearborn, Washington and Clark streets, Chicago. Free Admission. Inspired by the Christkindlesmarkt in Nuremberg, Germany, which began in 1545, the Christkindlmarket Chicago brings a cherished German and European tradition with international flair and local charm to Chicago. christkindlmarket.com

NOVEMBER 18 Downers Grove Township Electronics Recycling. 8 a.m.-

Noon, at the Highway Garage, 318 East Quincy St., Westmont. Audio and video cassettes and CDs will no longer be accepted. Prices for recycling TV/Monitors and coupon purchases can be obtained by going to AVA’s website at avarecycling.com and clicking on the municipal box on the top left portion of the screen. Christmas Belles. 8 p.m. at Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave, Downers Grove. A church Christmas program spins hilariously out of control in this Southern farce about squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep and a reluctant Elvis impersonator. Presented by Grove Players. (630) 415-3682, groveplayers.org.

NOVEMBER 19 Christmas Belles. 2 p.m. at Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave,

Downers Grove. A church Christmas program spins hilariously out of control in this Southern farce about squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep and a reluctant Elvis impersonator. Presented by Grove Players. (630) 415-3682, groveplayers.org.

NOVEMBER 19 West Towns Chorus. 2-3:30 p.m. at Downers Grove Public

Library, 1050 Curtiss St, Downers Grove. One of Chicago area’s premier men’s choruses performs a cappella barbershop favorites. Co-hosted by the Downers Grove Music Club.

Music at Mayslake: Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra, 3–5 p.m. Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 West 31st Street in Oak

Westmont Public Library, 428 N. Cass Ave. For November Friday Film Fest highlights comedy films: “Ed Wood.” (Rated R).

NOVEMBER 24-26 Gingerbread Festival. throughout downtown Downers Grove. Three days packed with activities and events: Gingerbread Man Hunt, holiday window voting; Santa’s House opens. Highlights: Tree lighting on Nov. 24; Carriage rides Nov.25 and 26; Breakfast with Santa, Nov. 26.

NOVEMBER 25 Volunteer Workday. 8 a.m. to noon. at Hickory Creek Bar-

rens Nature Preserve, Brightway Drive, New Lenox. “Volunteer Workdays” provide an opportunity for you to contribute to your community, support your local environment, meet fellow naturelovers, and get some fresh air and exercise. Please dress for outdoor work and the weather. Wear long pants, closed-toe shoes, and work gloves. Registration is required by calling 815.722.7364 or emailing rgauchat@fpdwc.org.

NOVEMBER 25 and 26 Chicago Pop Culture Con. Pheasant Run Mega Center, St.

Charles. Pop Culture Con is a multi-genre convention of comics, toys, gaming, sci-fi, Legos, TV/movie memorabilia, superheroes, Steampunk, action figures, animé, Cosplay, fantasy, horror, sports memorabilia, vintage music, publishers and artists – anything fan-related. chicagopopculturecon.com, 715-526-9769.

NOVEMBER 27 Story Time at Fullersburg Woods. 10 – 11 a.m. at Fullersburg

Woods Nature Education Center, 3609 Spring Rd, Oak Brook. Enjoy a nature story in the visitor center before taking a short walk to look for winter animals, snowflakes, birds and surprises along the way. Then, stop back to explore the center’s fun nature displays and activities. Ages 5 and under with an adult. Free. Register online or at 630-850-8110.

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DUPAGE COUNTY STATE’S ATTORNEY

Bond set at $1.5 million for Melrose Park man accused of road rage shooting If you ﬁnd yourself involved in a trafﬁc altercation, stay calm and don’t let your emotions get the better of you DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Elmhurst Chief of Police Michael Ruth announced today that bond has been set for a Melrose Park man accused of opening fire on another automobile following a traffic altercation on October 28. Angelo Navarro, 23, of 3147 Alta Avenue, appeared in Bond Court this morning where Judge Joseph Bugos set bond at $1.5 million with 10 percent to

apply. Navarro has been charged with one count of Attempt Murder (Class X Felony), one count of Aggravated Battery with a Firearm (Class X Felony) and one count of Misdemeanor Endangering the Life of a Child. On October 28 at approximately 2 p.m., Elmhurst Police were dispatched to a call of a crash near York Road and Diversey Avenue. Upon their arrival, officers found

MORE INFO Members of the public are reminded that these complaints contain only charges and are not proof of the defendant’s guilt. A defendant is presumed innocent and is entitled to a fair trial in which it is the government’s burden to prove their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

only one vehicle with a shattered driver’s side window. Officers also found the driver of that vehicle outside of the car bleeding from

DUPAGE COUNTY STORMWATER MANAGEMENT

Stormwater Management accepting applications for water quality grant Individuals may apply for reimbursement of up to 25 percent of construction DuPage County Stormwater Management is currently accepting grant proposals for projects aimed at improving the quality of the County’s streams and rivers. In its 19th year, the Water Quality Improvement Program grant awards funding for projects exhibiting a regional water quality benefit, including restoration and green infrastructure projects. “This has become an integral CALENDAR FROM PAGE 6 NOVEMBER 30 Holiday Wine Tasting. 8 p.m. at

The Morton Arboretum, 4100 IL-53, Lisle. As part of Illumination, the tree lights exhibit. Each ticket includes entrance into Illumination at 8 p.m. Afterwards, visitors will meet inside in the Visitor Center and have the opportunity to sample more than 50 sparkling and still wines perfect for the holidays while enjoying the

program in DuPage County,” said DuPage County Stormwater Management Committee Chairman Jim Zay. “Communities often use these funds as leverage for state and federal grants. When we’re able to bring in outside funds for improvements in DuPage, that really benefits everyone.” Under the program, organizations and individuals may apply for reimbursement of up to 25 percent of construction and maintenance costs for portions of projects that improve water quality. DuPage County has awarded more than 50 grants in the past to projects such as permeable paver parking lots, green roofs and native vegetation.

“The amount and scope of projects over the years never ceases to amaze me,” added Zay. “Not only are these projects improving water quality and reducing localized flooding, they’re also enhancing community aesthetics, boosting the economy and providing health benefits in some cases.” Municipalities, non-profits, businesses and homeowners’ associations are among entities eligible to apply. The application deadline is Friday, Jan. 12, 2018. To download the application guide, visit www. dupageco.org/EDP/Stormwater_Management/Water_Quality/1312.

smooth sounds of Frank and Dave. 630-725-2066.

DECEMBER 1 Holiday Wine Tasting. 8 p.m. at

DECEMBER 1 - JANUARY 7 Winter Wonderfest, Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago.

Opens daily at 10 am. Packed with indoor family fun, this delightful family tradition features 170,000 square feet of rides, giant slides, the Chicago Blackhawks Ice Skating Rink and holiday decor that is sure to get you into the holiday spirit. Closed on December 25. navypier.com

his face. He was immediately transported to the hospital where he underwent surgery for his injuries. He had been shot in the left cheek with the bullet exiting through his right cheek. It is alleged that Navarro and his victim were both waiting at an intersection to turn left with Navarro in front of his victim. It is alleged that the victim went around Navarro at the intersection and proceeded to drive away. It is further alleged that Navarro then followed the victim and began tailgating him. It is further alleged that Navarro then pulled his vehicle into the oncoming traffic lane next to the driver’s side of his victim’s car and fired his gun at his victim’s car through the front passenger side of his vehicle. “The outrageous conduct alleged against Mr. Navarro is extremely serious and will not be tolerated in DuPage County,” Berlin said. “In addition to allegedly shooting at another motorist, his

alleged actions also endangered the life not only of the passengers in his vehicle but also the lives of the motoring public. Thankfully, the victim in this shooting is expected to recover from his injuries. DuPage County State’s Attorney would like to remind the public once again that if you find yourself involved in a traffic altercation, stay calm and don’t let your emotions get the better of you and if necessary, call 9-1-1. “I would like to thank the Elmhurst Police Department as well as Assistant State’s Attorney Erica Bertini for their fine work on this case,” Berlin said. Members of the public are reminded that these complaints contain only charges and are not proof of the defendant’s guilt. A defendant is presumed innocent and is entitled to a fair trial in which it is the government’s burden to prove their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

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ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

One isn’t necessarily the loneliest number. Having some time to yourself may provide some much-needed space and allow you to clear your head. Keep your money in the piggy bank unless it is absolutely necessary to spend it.

GEMINI

M AY 2 2 T O J U N E 2 1

Leave well enough alone. Back off if someone doesn’t want to discuss an issue as continual prying could create friction. Don’t assume that others’ lack of motivation puts you in charge or you will quickly be proven wrong.

LEO

J U LY 2 3 T O A U G U S T 2 1

Don’t bet on it. Conditions may change such that what may at first seem like a sure thing could turn into a bum steer. Turn your energies toward honoring commitments and responsibilities but don’t add anything new to your plate.

ACROSS 1 LINER 5 HOPE __ 10 SHRED OF EVIDENCE? 13 A, TO BACH 14 “I WANNA DO IT” 15 SEE 18-ACROSS 16 TURKISH WARLORD 17 PHYSICIST’S PROPOSED PARTICLE 18 LITERALLY, FORMS AN OBSTRUCTION 19 SEE 23-ACROSS 21 CAMPS 23 LITERALLY, SACRIFICES TO SAVE ONE’S OWN NECK 24 POD OPENER 25 RV CHAIN 26 CHOU EN-__ 27 LIKE ADOBE 30 PUBLICITY 31 SUNDANCE’S LOVE 33 BLACKGUARD 34 TOUCH, FOR EXAMPLE 36 TOASTER’S WORDS, AND A HINT TO SOLVING EIGHT PUZZLE ANSWERS 40 FILLS 43 __ GRASS 44 WORLD GOLF HALL OF FAMER AOKI 48 SOUL SELLER 49 1972 OLYMPICS CITY 53 BEANTOWN LANDMARK, WITH “THE” 54 RILE 55 END OF AUGUST? 56 SEE 61-ACROSS 58 BLOCKS 61 LITERALLY, BOOKS 62 SEE 66-ACROSS 63 TIN PAN ALLEY GP. 65 MR. BEAN’S CAR 66 LITERALLY, COMMITS PERJURY 67 ONETIME NPR HOST HANSEN

68 SETTLED 69 “THE CONSPIRACY AGAINST CHILDHOOD” AUTHOR LESHAN 70 ITZHAK PERLMAN CHOICE 71 TART FRUIT

DOWN 1 CITY NAMED FOR A DUWAMISH CHIEF 2 SNUB 3 COME INTO 4 R&B SINGER BRYSON 5 ONE TO ADMIRE 6 SPELL 7 MIDEAST MONARCH 8 LIKE SOME OPERATORS 9 ACADEMIC STATUS 10 SUPPLE LEATHER 11 WHIMS 12 ON THE LINE 15 STRING NEXT TO E? 20 FORMER NHL DEFENSEMAN KRUPP 22 INFOMERCIAL CUTLERY BRAND 28 IT’S FRUSTRATING TO BE IN ONE

29 32 35 37

SCOUT GROUP ACTOR VIGODA CENTER OPENING DAVIS OF “DO THE RIGHT THING” 38 TIANANMEN SQUARE HONOREE 39 LACKING, WITH “FOR” 40 STICK ON A SLOPE 41 BLITZ 42 BREAK ON “DOWNTON ABBEY” 45 REDUCED-PRICE OFFERING 46 HALL OF “COMING TO AMERICA” 47 UNLIKELY, AS A CHANCE 50 HISTORICAL RECORDS 51 WATCH A FRIEND’S DOG, SAY 52 THE NBA’S MAGIC 57 CLOVERLEAF BRANCHES 59 OLD TAPE TYPE 60 BAD MARK? 64 SANTA __, CALIFORNIA

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Let the chips fall where they may. Trying to manipulate a situation to your benefit could have dire consequences so allow events to unfold naturally. Romantic pursuits may not be particularly inspiring but patience will pay off.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 22

Keep your ears open. Listening to what somewhat else has to say could shed valuable light on a situation that may have been problematic for you. When shopping, your policy should be look but don’t touch.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Don’t take it personally. Someone else’s rotten mood could be contagious if you allow them to get under your skin. You may find that you are far more productive when you tackle projects by yourself rather than in a group.

SUDOKU

TAURUS

A P R I L 2 1 T O M AY 2 1

Maintain an eye for detail. Even the smallest improvement can make a world of difference, whether it is straightening out a picture or making decorative decisions. Your calm and objective demeanor makes you the perfect mediator.

CANCER

J U N E 2 2 T O J U LY 2 2

Set the bar low. If you keep expectations within reason you won’t run any risk of being disappointed by the results. Focus on finishing tasks and tying up loose ends but avoid trying to start anything new.

VIRGO

AUGUST 22 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Even at a bargain price, a useless item is still useless. Don’t get so caught up in a sales pitch that you forget that the best way to save money is to not spend it. Keep spending at a minimum until later in the week.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

There is a time and a place for everything. While your heart may yearn for romance you brain should be telling you there is much to be done. Prioritize tasks in order of importance and save flights of fancy for later in the week.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 23 TO JANUARY 20

Make sure that the only toes that you’re standing on are your own. Offering criticism or unsolicited help to someone may breed more contempt than appreciation. You’ll get a lot more done if you work on your own.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

Be logical, not emotional. Sometimes, when you are faced with horrible choices, it may be better to make no decision at all rather than a poor one. Taking the road less-traveled may lead you to someplace exciting and new.

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FOOTBALL

ONE WIN

AWAY Benet defense comes up big as Redwings beat Lincoln-Way Central and head to semiﬁnals

BY MARK GREGORY Sports Editor @Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com

After a loss to Marist on Oct. 13, Benet Academy found itself sitting at 5-3, with its second quarterback of the season and coach Pat New was wondering if the team’s preseason motto was a “This is what we fought for and it is kind of cool that it happened,” New said. “There was one point in the year, I thought we might be 3-6 and I would have looked foolish with that motto, but it worked out. “We have been here before and we are not surprised – this is what we were fighting for.” The No. 17 seed Redwings earned the spot in the IHSA Class 7A state semifinals with a 14-10 win over No. 9 Lincoln-Way Central. After scoring on its opening drive of the game, Benet saw its offense sputter with fumbles and dropped passes – but while

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the offense was getting back in a groove, the defense clamped down on a Central (10-2) team that had averaged 35.3 points per game this season. The Redwing defenders came through every time it looked as if the Knights were about to “I love our defense,” said linebacker Devin Petersen. “For the past two years, it has been awesome to be a part of it and the thing is, it is not just one stud – it is everyone together. We always give it our all and we play the way we would if it was our last play. That is a great football team, our guys never quit.” The defense has been a constant for Benet – who as allowed only 17 points per game. “They were awesome and I have total confidence in them and I know we are going to be in a close game no matter who we play because when you have a strong defense,” New said. “It

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POINTS GIVEN UP BY STINGY DEFENSE

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Bennett Hickey and Benet Academy are headed to the state semiﬁnals.

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North Central headed to postseason the 2017 NCAA Division III Football Championship on Saturday. The Division III Football Championship Committee released this year’s 32-team playoff field Sunday. The Cardinals (9-1) are in the field for the 10th time in their history, clinching the College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin’s (CCIW ) automatic bid with a 49-7 victory at Elmhurst College. North Central claimed a share of its 13th CCIW Cham-

pionship. The Cardinals are 11-9 overall in the Division III Championship, including a 7-4 record in postseason games at home. North Central has won its firstround game in its last eight appearances. Saint John’s (9-1) received a provisional bid to the championship after finishing 7-1 in Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) play this season. The Johnnies, who

closed the regular season on Saturday with a 10-3 win over Concordia College-Moorhead (Minnesota), have made the field in each of the past three years. Saint John’s won Division III national titles in 1976 and 2003. This will be the first football meeting between Saint John’s and North Central. Saturday’s kickoff at Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium is scheduled for 12:00 noon. More information, including ticket prices, will

be made available at northcentralcardinals.com as soon as possible. In its final game of the regular season, North Central earned it’s fourth consecutive victory and perhaps its most complete mastery yet, as the Cardinals visited Elmhurst College on Saturday and never let the Bluejays up for air in a 49-7 triumph at Langhorst Field. North Central (9-1, 7-1 College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin) secured the 13th CCIW Championship in the program’s history with the win, sharing this year’s title with Illinois Wesleyan University. By virtue of the Cardinals’ 26-13 victory over IWU on Sept.16, North Central receives the conference’s automatic bid to the NCAA Division III Football Championship, which begins next week. The Cardinals owned a 21-0 lead after less than six minutes

of play on Saturday, stifling Elmhurst’s Senior Day celebration. The visitors drove 65 yards in eight plays on the game’s opening possession and scored on Austin Breunig’s 10-yard run. The Bluejays lined up to punt on their first possession, but Ben Wong burst through the line and blocked the kick. Storm Simmons recovered the ball at the Elmhurst 34-yard line, and Breunig ran for a 20-yard score two plays later. Wong then forced a fumble on the ensuing kickoff, which was recovered by Zach Greenberg at the Bluejays’ 34. Broc Rutter fired a 25-yard pass to Michael Sfikas before finding Alex Rose in the end zone for a nine-yard touchdown pass, boosting the lead to 21-0 at a time when Elmhurst (2-8, 2-6 CCIW ) had run a total of three offensive

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NCC FROM PAGE 10 plays. The North Central defense stopped the first of six fourthdown conversion attempts on the following Bluejay drive, and Breunig completed a 75yard scoring drive with a fouryard TD run just before the first quarter ended. The Cardinals’ final scoring drive of the first half started at the Elmhurst 36yard line after a 34-yard punt return by Pat Cravens and concluded with Breunig’s fourth TD run of the afternoon, a one-yard plunge which left the score at 35-0, where it would remain until halftime. The visitors needed just over three minutes to add a pair of touchdowns to the lead, yielding a large enough margin to pull the starters from the field. Billy Douds sacked Elmhurst quarterback Orlando Hernandez on the opening drive of the third period, forcing a fumble that was returned 15 yards to the end zone by Tommy Sora. Wong blocked his second punt of the day on the next drive, which was recovered by JD Gieson. Just 16 yards from the goal BENET FROM PAGE 9 keeps you in every game and that is a big part of the program’s philosophy.” Leading 7-0 at the break, Benet found itself down 10-7 in the final minute of the third quarter. “We talked last night and we talked as a team and I showed them a clip from ‘Game of Thrones’ and I told them that this is what happens in the playoffs – sometimes you feel like you are going to win and sometimes you think you are going to lose and it will go back and forth,” New said. “(In that third quarter) I told

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2017 | BUGLENEWSPAPERS.COM line, the Cardinals once again turned to Breunig who covered the distance on two carries, the latter a 10-yarder which gave him a school-record five rushing touchdowns in the contest and tied the single-game record of five total touchdowns he accomplished the previous week against Carthage. Breunig finished the day with 129 rushing yards on 19 carries and 21 yards on two receptions, and he established new North Central single-season records for all-purpose yards (1,686), total touchdowns (19) and total points scored (114). Rutter completed 11 of 12 passes for 151 yards. The North Central defense forced a total of four turnovers, as Kylee Dorsey and Zach Witken intercepted passes. The Cardinals recorded 18 tackles for loss, matching the second-highest single-game total in school history, and seven quarterback sacks. DJ Warkenthien made six tackles for loss and two sacks among his career-high 13 tackles, while Andrew Kray also finished with two sacks and Wong and Sora each made seven total stops.

them that this was a time where it looks like we were going to lose, but we battled back. I can’t say enough about our players. They stepped up. They never quit and just continued to battle.” Petersen said while it came down to effort – there was a lot of game-planning for the game, “There were a lot of meetings this week and they have a tough offense and it is amazing that we were able to scheme against a tough offense, bit in the end, it all came down to effort,” he said. The Redwings will not host No. 4 Batavia (11-1) at 1 p.m. Saturday at Benedictine University.

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Rental property not part of Baby Step 2 Pay off primary home before taking care of rental properties DEAR DAVE, I have a rental property that I still owe some money on, and I’ve just begun Baby Step 2 of your plan. Should rental property debt be included in the debt snowball? MATT DEAR MATT, No, it shouldn’t. Baby Step 2 of my plan is where you use the debt snowball to pay off all debt — from smallest to largest — except for your home. This, of course, comes after Baby Step 1, in which you save up $1,000 for a beginner emergency fund. I would include rental properties in the “home” category, and I urge people to get serious about paying off their homes a little further down the road in Baby

Step 6. To fill in the gaps, Baby Step 3 is going back and fully funding your emergency fund with three to six months of expenses. Baby Step 4 is investing 15 percent of your household income in Roth IRAs and other pre-tax retirement plans, and Baby Step 5 means setting aside college

money for the kids. Baby Step 6 is where you pay off your home, including any rental properties that weren’t already paid for in cash, and Baby Step 7 is when you relax, build wealth, and give. If it were me, I would pay off my primary home before taking care of the rental properties. That’s simply a risk management perspective. However, if you owe just $20,000 on your rental property but still have a $3 million mortgage on your residence, you might go ahead and quickly knock out the rental property first. Hope this helps! —DAVE * Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey Solutions. He has authored seven best-selling books, including The Total Money Makeover. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 13 million listeners each week on 585 radio stations and multiple digital platforms. Follow Dave on the web at daveramsey.com and on Twitter at @ DaveRamsey.

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