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DECEMBER 15

Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt. 6-7 p.m.

at Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook. Bring your flashlight and bag to search for candy canes that have been scattered throughout the forest at Hidden Oaks Nature Center. Additional activities include a candy cane craft and hot chocolate by a campfire. Fee includes parent and child.

Jefferson Singers Perform Holiday Music and Christmas Carols. 7-8 p.m. at Woodridge Public

Library, 3 Plaza Drive. Joyful music will fill the library when nearly 50 choir members from Jefferson Junior High School line the main staircase and sing holiday favorites and Christmas carols.

More Info: www.woodridgelibrary.org.

A Very Kacey Christmas. 8 p.m. at

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the Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet. Two-time Grammy award-winner Kacey Musgraves will be ringing in this holiday season with her first Christmas Headlining Tour. Show will feature songs off her upcoming debut Christmas album. Tickets: 815-726-7171.

DECEMBER 16-18

Madrigal Dinner Theatre. 7 p.m. (Friday

and Saturday); 1 p.m. (Sunday) at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Joliet Drama Guild takes you back to times of yore with dinner and interactive show. Contact: 815-724-3760.

DECEMBER 17

Breakfast with Santa. 9-10:30 a.m. at the Westmont Park District Administrative Building, 55 E. Richmond St. More Info: www.westmontparks.org.

Charlie Brown & Friends Christmas. 5-8

p.m. at the Gregg House Museum, 115 S. Linden Ave., Westmont. More Info: www.westmontparks.org.

Grinch Whobilation Workshop. 5-8 p.m. at

the Westmont Park District Administrative Building, 55 E. Richmond St. The Grinch returns to Westmont to take over Santa’s workshop and turn it into his dark, dingy cave. Play Grinch Games in Whoville like the Snowball Toss, Grinch Bowling, Grinch Gift Towers, the Grinch Slither, and make Grinch treats and crafts. Play games inside, then bundle up and take a ride around the Whomont neighborhood to enjoy the holiday lights on the Long Eared Mules Wagon. More Info: www.westmontparks.org.

Silver Bell Express. 5:30-7:15 p.m. at the Morton Grove Train Station. On Christmas Eve, many years ago, a young boy took a journey to a magical place.

Travel with the park district as we venture on a memorable train ride. Santa awaits your arrival at the North Pole and will join us aboard the train for hot chocolate and cookies. More Info: www. mortongroveparks.com.

Elf Workshop. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the

Louis Joliet Mall, 3340 Mall Loop Drive, Joliet. The merry band of Plainfield Park District elves will be spending time in Louis Joliet Mall making simple decorations and playing winter games. Bring the whole family. More Info: www.plfdparks.org.

DECEMBER 18

Reel at the Rialto ‘The Polar Express’. 3 p.m. at the Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet. Contact: 815-726-7171.

Skate with Santa. 1-2:30 p.m. at Oakton Ice

Arena, 2800 Oakton St., Park Ridge. Skate with Santa and his elves. All skaters will be entered into a drawing to win two tickets to a Chicago Wolves hockey game. More Info: www.prparks.org.

Holiday Exhibition. 1-2:30 p.m. at Oakton

Ice Arena, 2800 Oakton St., Park Ridge. Don’t miss this special exhibition featuring participants from Oakton Ice Arena’s Competitive Edge and Learn-toSkate programs. More Info: www.prparks.org.

DECEMBER 19

Family Movie—’How the Grinch Stole Christmas’. 1-3 p.m. at Downers Grove Public

Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Bring a blanket and a pillow to enjoy the show! Popcorn provided. “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” is rated PG.

DECEMBER 21

Family Movie—’Polar Express’. 1-3 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Bring a blanket and a pillow to enjoy the show! Popcorn provided. “Polar Express” is rated PG.

DECEMBER 22

Music and More. 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Memorial Civic Center, 6140 Dempster, Morton Grove. Harmonizers Holiday Concert.

DECEMBER 23

Family Movie—’The Santa Clause’. 1-3 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Bring a blanket and a pillow to enjoy the show!

Popcorn provided. “The Santa Clause” is rated PG.

DECEMBER 30

Noon Year’s Eve. 11:15 a.m. to noon at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Say goodbye to 2016 a little earlier in the day. We will be reading a book, having a dance, giving a toast and more.

DECEMBER 31

New Year’s Eve For Kids. 11 a.m. at the Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave. Do you have a young one who wants to celebrate the New Year but can’t make it to midnight? Then ring in the New Year a little early and join the museum for a kid-oriented New Year celebration.

Dress in your best and play games and enjoy treats as we countdown to noon. More Info: www.dgparks.org.

New Year’s Eve Celebration. 5-8 p.m. at the

Centennial Fitness Center. Bring out the whole family for a fabulous New Year’s Eve event. Enjoy together a fantastic dinner and dessert buffet, live entertainment,

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Movie Magic Students filming businesses in downtown area SEE PAGE 5

SPORTS Czech mate Exchange student leads Trojans SEE PAGE 9

BUSINESS

Dave Says Get student loan monkey off your back SEE PAGE 15

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SEASPAR’s Glee Club performs Justin Timberlake and Anna Kendrick’s “True Colors” through voice and sign language.

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COVER STORY >> SOUTHEAST ASSOCIATION FOR SPECIAL PARKS AND RECREATION

SEASPAR talent brings the house down SEASPAR hosts 10th annual Holiday Spectacular performance There was barely a dry eye in the house at the Theatre of Western Springs December 5 when the South East Association for Special Parks And Recreation (SEASPAR) hosted its 10th annual Holiday Spectacular, a showcase of SEASPAR participants with disabilities’ talents in various arts such as music, dance, and theatre.

Performers included participants in SEASPAR’s Voice and Music Lessons, Glee Club, Actors Guild, EAGLES adult day program, and Adapted Music Lessons, as well as independent performers.

One of the stars of the show, Ram Tibudan of Woodridge, is a 12-year-old participant in SEASPAR’s Adapted Music Lessons.

Ram’s cerebral palsy limits his mobility, so he uses specialized touchpad instruments.

Every week, Ram practices his music with instructor Greg Pavesich at SEASPAR’s Wonders Multi-Sensory Room at the Lisle Park District. At the Holiday Spectacular, he performed “Believe in Yourself” by *NSYNC. “When we were first introduced to the adapted music program, we were not sure how Ram would be able to handle it,” said Ram’s mother, Shalini. “Mr. Greg made changes to meet Ram’s accessibili-

ty needs. He made it fun. Ram and the family look forward to seeing Mr. Greg every week. He wishes he could go every day.”

Shalini added, “This adapted music program allows anyone to have stage experience during this holiday season. It builds kids’ selfesteem and confidence.”

The Holiday Spectacular performers have no shortage of confidence.

Emma Randleman, a 24-yearold participant from Woodridge, sang “That Would Be Enough” from the hit musical “Hamilton” before joining her fellow Glee Club members for a performance of Justin Timberlake and Anna Kendrick’s “True Colors.”

The group performed the song through voice and sign language simultaneously.

Emma was one of many participants who took to the stage more than once to perform independently and with their peers in SEASPAR group programs like Glee Club, Actors Guild, and EAGLES. “The Holiday Spectacular is one of the best days of the year for participants, their families, and our staff,” said Susan Friend, Executive Director of SEASPAR. “Every day, we focus on the abilities, not

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Emma Randleman of Woodridge sings “That Would Be Enough” from the hit musical Hamilton. the disabilities. And seeing those abilities on stage, along with the confidence and courage it takes to get there, is a truly spectacular experience.”

The Southeast Association for Special Parks And Recreation (SEASPAR) provides dynamic recreation programs and quality services for individuals with disabilities served by the park districts of Clarendon Hills, Darien, Downers Grove, La Grange, La Grange Park, Lemont, Lisle, Westmont, and Woodridge, and the villages of Brookfield, Indian Head Park, and Western Springs.

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Ram Tibudan of Woodridge performs *NSYNC’s “Believe in Yourself” on touchpad instruments.

VILLAGE NEWS >> WOODRIDGE

Judge approves eminent domain for water pipeline Bolingbrook, Lemont, Homer Glen, Romeoville and Woodridge formed Northern Will County Water Agency to take control over water pipeline

By Laura Katauskas Bugle Staff @BugleNewspapers sweditor@buglenewspapers.com

As the village of Bolingbrook continues its mission to take over its water system, the Northern Will County Water Agency saw victory in a recent court decision, approving its condemnation lawsuit, allowing the agency to pursue eminent domain over a Lake Michigan water pipeline.

In what has been seen as a wage war over water rates for years, the

villages of Bolingbrook, Lemont, and Homer Glen Romeoville and Woodridge formed the Northern Will County Water Agency to take control over the water pipeline, owned by American Lake Water Company, a subsidiary of Illinois American Water.

Last month, Will County Circuit Judge Ray Rossi issued an opinion in the eminent domain suit. The water company had challenged the agency’s authority to bring the condemnation suit, basing it on three issues: whether the agency

had made a good faith offer to purchase the pipeline, whether the “taking” was necessary, as defined by the statutes; and whether the requirements for the “taking” were met.

The Court found in favor of the agency on all three counts, allowing the case to proceed to the valuation stage where a jury will be asked to determine the purchase price of the pipeline.

Bolingbrook Village Attorney Jim Boan said the purchase price will be argued before a jury who will decide the actual cost. The Court’s docket has not been set for the trial, but it is expected to be set in the first quarter of 2017 with the

trial later in the year.

Boan explained that at the end of the trial and after hearing posttrial motions, the judge would set a date for closing. However, the water company has a right to appeal the decision.

Boan said the agency would need enough time to sell revenue bonds to pay for the assets of the Lake Michigan water pipeline, setting a timeline of a few months after the court case concludes and pending any post-trial appeals.

In explaining why the agency is pursuing the takeover, the agency called attention to the number of rate increases it has seen, calling for its end. According to the agen-

cy, prior to the Illinois American Water purchasing Citizens Utilities (the former water company), the Citizens Utilities has asked the ICC for one rate increase. In the past 14 years, when owned

by IAW, the company asked for five rate case increases, including an expected increase for 2017. In the most recent case, IAW has requested a 14.24 percent increase in water revenue and a wastewater revenue increase of 38.16 percent.

IAW has maintained the rate increases were needed due to the significant overhaul of the entire infrastructure of the water system over the past years.

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SCHOOL NEWS >> DISTRICT 58

District reviews 3-year financial forecast District 58 receives most (89 percent) of its revenues from local property taxes Downers Grove Grade School District 58 strives to maintain a balanced budget while meeting student and staff needs.

These dedicated efforts have earned District 58 the Illinois State Board of Education’s “Financial Recognition” designation – the State’s highest financial honor – for 15 consecutive years.

During a recent Board of Education Financial Workshop, Assistant Superintendent for Business David Bein shared an update regarding the District’s financial health and budget forecasts.

Bein said that responsible spending should help the District maintain a balanced budget over the next three years.

However, state education legis-

MORE INFO The 2016 CPI may finish between 1.5 and 2.2 percent for 2016, and it has averaged only 1.9 percent annual increases over the last 10 years.

lation uncertainty could affect this forecast.

Bein explained that District 58 receives most (89 percent) of its revenues from local property taxes.

Laws restrict these taxes from increasing more than the Consumer Price Index, or CPI, each year plus any new growth in real estate.

The 2016 CPI may finish between 1.5 and 2.2 percent for 2016, and it has averaged only 1.9 percent annual increases over the last 10 years.

“Meanwhile, District 58’s expenses are not capped and frequently grow at rates much higher than the CPI,” Bein said. “This imbalance creates budget and planning challenges. For example, if the District’s revenues only increased by 1.5 percent, as an example, it is challenging to perpetually balance a budget if expenses grow by 4 percent, for example.”

Due to responsible and careful planning, the District has been able to allocate its limited resources to best serve students and achieve the Board’s strategic goals.

Bein took these challenges into consideration when creating the SEE DISTRICT PAGE 4

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VILLAGE NEWS >> WOODRIDGE

Village has snow removal plan in place Do not deposit snow in the streets from plows Woodridge residents are asked not to park vehicles on any street on which there is an accumulation of snow two inches or greater in depth or which is being cleared or plowed. In addition, do not deposit snow in the streets from plows, shovels, or snow blowers because the accumulation restricts the view of motorists and inhibits the efforts of snow removal crews.

Occasionally, during the course of snow plowing, a mailbox may be unavoidably damaged. Should this occur, please contact the Public Works Department at 630-719-4753 to report the damage. A temporary

mailbox will be provided if one is needed to prevent an interruption in your mail delivery.

When the weather permits, permanent repairs will be made to your mailbox and/or post.

Because snow plowing begins at the center of the street and work towards the curb, it is unavoidable that snow spills off of the plow blade and into yards and driveways. The severity of a snow event may require multiple passes of the plow. While this may be irritating at times, it is necessary to safely clear the roads. First, shovel snow at the end of your drive to the right (when facing the street). As the plow passes, it will carry the snow away from your drive.

Second, shoveling a few feet into the street will likewise reduce the amount of snow that might run off onto your drive.

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DUPAGE COUNTY

Sheriff creating garden to honor Baby Hope Garden named after the infant girl found dead on a private drive off of Plamondon Road in unincorporated Wheaton in August DuPage County Sheriff John Zaruba and the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office are proud to announce the creation of Hope’s Garden, an effort to carry on the memory of Baby Hope while making a positive impact on the community.

Hope’s Garden will give criminal offenders who are sentenced to the Sheriff’s Work Alternative Program the opportunity to be productive by planting vegetables and main-

taining the garden.

The Sheriff’s Office will then donate all produce grown in the garden to local food pantries, providing fresh, healthy food for community members in need.

“Although her life was short, Baby Hope made a significant impact on the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office and the community as a whole.” said DuPage County Corrections Chief Shawana Davis. “That’s why

Sheriff Zaruba named this community-oriented project after her.

Baby Hope will now touch even more lives through the creation of Hope’s Garden.”

Hope’s Garden, named after the infant girl found dead on a private drive off of Plamondon Road in unincorporated Wheaton in August, is located at 30W575 Roosevelt Road in West Chicago.

The land is part of the Winfield Township Road District and the garden is a joint effort between the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office and the Winfield Township Highway Commissioner, John Dusza.

Work in the garden is scheduled to begin in spring 2017. Sheriff Zaruba stated, “Commissioner Dusza’s generosity and willingness to partner with the Sheriff’s Office for Hope’s Garden was instrumental in getting this project completed.”

Sheriff Zaruba and his Office are hopeful that Hope’s Garden will be a place that not only provides for our residents in need, but will also be a place of peace and healing.

In the interim, the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office is calling on the community to come forward with any information that could

DISTRICT FROM PAGE 3 2016-17 budget and developing forecasts for the next three years.

Bein also made several underlying assumptions regarding future budgets.

These assumptions include: An annual average of $20 million in new property will be added to tax rolls.

State funding will stay flat. No state funding formula changes, pension cost shifts or property tax freezes will occur.

State aid, federal revenue and interest earnings will remain flat.

The CPI will finish at 1.5 percent for 2016 and increase to 2.0 percent in 2017.

Staffing will stay relatively flat, with the possible addition of three full-time positions.

The cost of benefits will continue to rise faster than inflation, although careful plan management should moderate increases.

“Last year, District 58 switched medical insurance providers from Humana to Aetna, and premium rates were increased 5.5 percent.

This helped offset some of the rising costs associated with benefits,” Bein said.

Bein’s three-year financial forecast shows a slight increase to the District’s overall fund balance.

However, he explained that this forecast does not include the full costs of some of the projects and improvements that the District is currently working toward, including portions of the 1:1 technology refresh, English-Language Arts curriculum adoption, Science curriculum adoption, phone system updates and the possible Lester

be helpful in solving the case surrounding the death of Baby Hope.

The community is encouraged to visit the Sheriff’s Office Facebook page to view photos of what Baby Hope’s mother and father may look like.

The Illinois State Crime Commission is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the identification and location of Baby Hope’s mother or father.

If you have information that could be helpful in solving this case, please call 630-407-2400. All calls can be confidential or anonymous.

School facility upgrades that may occur.

“We are using the recent demographer report, facility study information and other resources to evaluate student needs and building capacity at Lester, and this review may result in a recommendation,” Bein said.

Bein also shared a building planning update. Regular building upkeep is essential to ensuring the District’s schools remain safe for students and staff. The District’s Buildings and Grounds Department keeps a running list of necessary school projects and their priority in the official District 58 Five and Ten Year Maintenance Plans.

Beyond that, District 58 conducts regular building and facility inspections, which help to inform the decisions of the District. If a potential safety risk is identified, those issues are top priority for the District.

During his three-year forecast, Bein is not predicting the need for major facility projects.

However, in the subsequent five years, many District buildings will require more significant work, including window replacements, electrical upgrades, plumbing repairs, and carpet replacement/ abatement.

Beginning in 2025, in addition to ongoing maintenance and repair projects, costly roof replacements are anticipated.

Bein noted that the District may consider issuing bonds to restructure debt and help offset these future costs.

Learn more about the Financial Workshop by reviewing Bein’s Financial Workshop presentation.

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VILLAGE NEWS >> WESTMONT

FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF DUPAGE COUNTY

Preserve shops offer gift ideas Help support agency’s mission of conservation, education and recreation Look to the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County for distinctive holiday gifts for sale, and help support the agency’s mission of conservation, education and recreation.

Danada Equestrian Center at 3S507 Naperville Road in Wheaton offers colorful, one-ofa-kind painted canvases by Nick, the painting horse; Lucky Horseshoes from Danada horses; Danada Wear T-shirts, hats, totes and water bottles; Horseshoe HangUps; and other equestrian-related gifts handmade at Danada, most ranging from $1 to $25. The Danada Equestrian Center office is open Monday through Friday

from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 630668-6012.

District headquarters at 3S580 Naperville Road in Wheaton has stocking stuffers such as calendars featuring photos from the District’s Take 5 Photo Contest in 2016, T-shirts, water bottles, notecards, lanyards and customdesigned socks as well as lasting gifts such as tribute benches and trees placed in forest preserves.

The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 630-933-7248.

Kline Creek Farm at 1N600 County Farm Road in West Chicago offers old-fashioned ornaments and home décor, Christmas crackers, toys, needlework kits and items handmade on the farm, such as honey. Shoppers can also find carved rolling pins to make springerle cookies and historic recipe books. The farm’s visitor center and gift shop are open Thursday through Monday

from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 630876-5900.

Mayslake Peabody Estate at 1717 W. 31st St. in Oak Brook has keepsake ornaments of Mayslake Hall and the Portiuncula Chapel as well as gift certificates to Restoration-In-Progress Tours of the historic estate. Shoppers are welcome Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 630206-9566.

Willowbrook Wildlife Center at 525 S. Park Blvd. in Glen Ellyn sells ornaments, stuffed animals, children’s toys, shirts, caps and other wildlife-themed gifts. The center is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 630-942-6200.

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.

Students filming businesses in downtown area Filmmakers were tasked with writing, starring in, producing The Westmont Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau is pleased to announce a joint partnership between Westmont Junior High School (WJHS), and Rage Agency Digital Marketing located at 100 S. Cass Avenue.

Students from WJHS are attending movie-making courses held by Rage Agency Digital Marketing and other fellow moviemakers.

The courses continue through December and will culminate with the students’ movies debuting at Kids Theater during the Westmont Frozen Film Fest on February 18.

“Both the students and the

adults have had a blast with this project. We’re happy with the great partnership with John Jonak and Amy Quattrone at WJHS to make this project a reality,” said Brian Polacek of Rage Agency.

Part of the course included an “on location” filming day December 3. Six groups of filmmakers were tasked with writing, starring in and producing short films for the 2017 Westmont Frozen Film Fest.

Several Chamber businesses were used a film locations Action Fabrics, Brewed Awakenings, Mr. Wayne’s Pop Culture Collectibles, and Westmont Floral.

For more information on the filming project contact Brian Polacek, DCP/Rage Agency Digital Marketing, 630-963-8311.

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Making space for New Year Tips on how to de-clutter various areas of your life so you can create physical and mental space for something new As we enter the final month of the year, you may be pondering how to make 2017 your best year yet.

Here are some tips on how to declutter various areas of your life so you can create physical and mental space for something new and exciting in the year ahead.

If you want to eat more healthily, declutter your kitchen.

Clear out food items that don’t align with your new eating habits.

Let go of small appliances, utensils, etc. that aren’t in sync with your new healthy lifestyle.

For example, say goodbye to the deep fryer or cookbooks that the new, healthier you won’t need.

You can donate unopened foods that are still within the freshness date to your local food pantry, and find charitable organizations who will appreciate your other unneeded items.

If you want to lose weight, de-clutter your closet.

To help you keep your eye on your goal, create space in your closet for the size you intend to become.

Let go of a few items in the size you are right now, as well as larger sizes, to create space for the new, slimmer you.

Of course you won’t want to let go of

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“Scrutinize your current commitments and let go of activities that no longer energize or inspire you.

Say “no” to volunteer responsibilities that leave you drained and resentful of the time they require ...”

everything in your current size, but if you clear out a few items, your closet will remind you that you intend to lose weight and fill it with items in a smaller size.

If you want to spend more time with your family, de-clutter your calendar.

It’s hard to spend meaningful time with family if your calendar is packed with commitments that have you constantly on the go.

Scrutinize your current commitments and let go of activities that no

longer energize or inspire you.

Say “no” to volunteer responsibilities that leave you drained and resentful of the time they require.

Consider replacing these obligations with family-centered activities or free time that can be used for family events.

If you want more energy at work, declutter your desk and files.

Feel your energy shift as you toss or shred paperwork you no longer need.

Feel inspired to take on new, exciting projects as you delete old files that represent prior responsibilities.

Of course, if you must keep information for legal reasons or to comply with company retention policies, move applicable items to an archive area or archive folder that’s separate from your active files.

If you want to be more financially responsible, de-clutter your wallet and purse.

By de-cluttering and organizing your wallet and purse, you make it easier to track spending and stay on top of bills.

As you de-clutter these areas of your life, you empower yourself to create the new life you wish for yourself.

I wish you success on your journey.

Sue Becker is a Certified Professional Organizer in Chronic Disorganization who helps individuals and businesses discover the simplicity, harmony, and freedom of being organized and productive. She also speaks to companies and organizations about how to get organized and make the most of their time. Sue can be reached at www.

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ONGOING through January 2, 2017 Illumination. 5 p.m., 7 p.m. at the Morton Arboretum. See

trees in a different lights while strolling a mile-long paved path through the winter woods. See lights dance to excerpts from “The Nutcracker” recorded by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

For tickets or more information visit www.mortonarb.org.

DECEMBER 15 Jingle and Mingle. 7:30 to 10 p.m. at the Morton Arboretum’s Thornhill Education Center, Lisle. Eat, drink, and be merry during open bar, cookie decorating, a visit from Santa and more.

This cocktail party has light fare and limited seating, so bring

your dancing shoes! For tickets or more information visit www. mortonarb.org.

DECEMBER 21 Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides, Wednesday � Saturday, Dec. 21 Jan. 7, 2 3:30 p.m., St. James Farm, Warrenville. Enjoy

cultural and natural history stories on these 20-minute guided rides, weather permitting. Rides are first-come, first-served and start at 2, 2:30 and 3 p.m. Rides use sleighs if there’s ample snow on the trails. All ages; under 13 with an adult. $5 per person ages 5 and up; under 5 free. Registration not required. Questions? Call 630-580-7025 or visit dupageforest.org.

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POLICE BLOTTER Information in Police Reports is obtained from the Downers Grove, Westmont and Woodridge police departments.

Individuals in the Police Blotter who have been charged with a crime have not been proven guilty in court. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

DOWNERS GROVE Robert A. Martinec, 29, Darien, was charged at 7:53 p.m. Nov. 28 with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol in the 6300 block of Powell Street.

Burglary Several items were reported stolen between midnight Nov. 13 and 7 a.m. Nov. 16 from a detached garage in the 1900 block of Hitchcock Avenue.

Several items were reported stolen between 10:30 and 11 a.m.

Nov. 15 from a vehicle in the 1900 block of Ogden Avenue.

Jewelry and a purse were reported stolen between 6:05 and 9:10 p.m. Nov. 26 from a locked residence in the 6900 block of Penner Avenue.

Michael J. Velasquez, 18, of Willowbrook, was charged at 3:23 p.m. Nov. 23 with retail theft in the 3300 block of Finley Road.

Loose change was reported stolen between 9:30 p.m. Nov. 12 and 9:30 a.m. Nov. 13 from the pas-

senger compartment of a vehicle in the 5500 block of Carpenter Street.

A locked bicycle reportedly was stolen between 1 and 3:30 p.m.

Nov. 11 at Main and Curtiss streets.

An unattended wallet and its contents reportedly were stolen between 2 and 2:05 p.m. at TJ Maxx in the 7300 block of Lemont Road.

A Christmas wreath was reported stolen between 7:30 p.m. Nov. 23 and 10:47 a.m. Nov. 24 in the 1000 block of Valley View Drive.

A license plate was reported stolen between 8:30 p.m. Nov. 23 and 8 a.m. Nov. 24 in the 4900 block of Fairview Avenue.

An engagement ring was reported stolen between 5:45 and 7 p.m. Nov. 16 from a locker at XSport Fitness Center in the 3200 block of Finley Road.

Several items were reported stolen between 7 p.m. Nov. 12 and 6 a.m. Nov. 13 from an unsecured vehicle in the 5600 block of Washington Street.

A license plate reportedly was stolen between 12:30 and 4:45 p.m. Nov. 20 in the 3000 block of Finley Road.

An electric meter was reported stolen between 8 a.m. Nov. 1 and 8 a.m. Nov. 21 from an unoccupied house in the 6100 block of Leonard Avenue.

A locked bicycle was reported

stolen between 5 p.m. Nov. 22 and 9:40 p.m. Nov. 27 in the 2000 block of Prentiss Drive.

A package containing a phone was reported stolen at 1:34 p.m.

Nov. 16 in the 1700 block of Brookwood Drive.

A wallet and items from a coat were reported stolen between 5:45 and 6:20 p.m. Nov. 26 at Blast Fitness in the 1500 block of 75th Street.

Property damage A mailbox was reported damaged between 9:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. Oct. 16 in the 3400 block of Vernard Road.

The window of a vehicle was reported broken between 4 and 5:30 p.m. Nov. 23 in the 1500 block of Ogden Avenue.

A motor vehicle allegedly damaged the turf and lawn of a soccer field between 11:28 p.m. Nov. 24 and 11:28 Nov. 28 at Concord Park in the 1600 block of Concord Drive.

WESTMONT Nicholas Kiplinger, 21, of Westmont, was charged at 10:10 p.m. Nov. 25 with battery in the 300 block of West Naperville Road.

Lynelle Orton, 58, of Westmont, was charged at 1:20 p.m. Nov. 23 with driving under the influence in the 100 block of West 61st Street.

Cigarettes were reported stolen between 6:30 and 6:35 p.m. Nov. 24 from a business in the zero to 100 block of West 63rd Street.

Cigarettes were reported stolen between 4:50 and 4:55 p.m. Nov. 25 from a business in the zero to 100 block of West 63rd Street.

Christmas decorations were reported stolen between 5 and 5:45 p.m. Nov. 27 from a home in the 400 block of Arlington Avenue.

Property damage Two tires were allegedly slashed between 12:30 and 7:30 a.m. Nov. 21 in the 200 block of Deming Place.

Two tires were allegedly slashed between 10:50 and 11:30 p.m.

Nov. 21 in the 200 block of West Traube Avenue.

WOODRIDGE A criminal damage to property occurred Dec. 2 at approximately 12:10am in the 2400 block of Spring Street. Unknown suspect used a rock to break a storm window of an apartment.

A criminal damage to vehicle occurred Dec. 4 at approximately 1:17am in the 1000 block of 75th Street. Unknown suspect slashed tires on three parked vehicles.

A criminal damage to property occurred Dec. 7 at approximately 2:26am in the 2400 block of 75th Street. Unknown suspect threw a rock through the front window

of a business, activating a security alarm.

A burglary from motor vehicle occurred Dec. 6 sometime between 4 p.m. on December 4 and 10 a.m. on December 6 in the 7200 block of Woodward Avenue. Unknown suspect made entry into an unlocked vehicle and stole $5 in spare change and a handgun that was stored in a case in the rear hatch area of the vehicle.

A residential burglary occurred Dec. 7 sometime between 7:30 and 8:40 p.m. in the 8000 block of Janes Avenue. Unknown suspect pried the screens off and then used a masonry block to break the inside window of an apartment. The suspect made entry through the broken window and stole cash and a laptop.

During the course of the investigation, two other apartments were found to have pry-marks to their window screens.

On Dec. 8 at approximately 8:09 pm, Priscilla Vargas, 35, of Woodridge, was charged with disorderly conduct following the investigation of a pulled fire alarm in the 2000 block of Woodward Avenue.

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MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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

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

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Take advantage of your cheerful and generous nature by getting out and crossing a few items off of your holiday shopping list. Friends and loved ones will offer unwavering support for your latest endeavor.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 22

You’ve got nothing to worry about. Don’t be overly sensitive by what you may see as flaws in your appearance as these may well be the traits that attract others to you. Getting out of the house may help clear your head.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Slide into the driver’s seat. You’ll find that your leadership skills will be quite the asset when immersed into a group setting this week. There’s nothing wrong with using the influence of a powerful friend to achieve your ends.

SUDOKU

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

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

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Don’t become alarmed or offended if you find that someone is employing your own methods as it may be nothing more than they just admire your style. Give a loved one the attention they deserve.

VIRGO

AUGUST 22 TO SEPTEMBER 23

You need not travel far to find answers. Problems can be easily solved if you aren’t too proud to ask friends or trusted advisors for their advice. Take time to weigh the options carefully when trying to make important decisions.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

When opportunity knocks, you would be wise to open the door. Being overly skeptical could backfire if a lucrative offer comes your way. You may not win the lottery but you’ll have Lady Luck on your side when needed.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 23 TO JANUARY 20

Have a little faith. A trusted friend will come through for you in a pinch so don’t feel as if you are facing the world on your own. Ignore the urge to shake up your finances as the situation will eventually improve on its own.

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FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

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Prague native helping Downers Grove North basketball team

BY BOBBY NARANG For the Bugle www.buglenewspapers.com

Julie Pospisilova is quickly learning the importance of adjusting to new situations.

An exchange student from Prague, Pospisilova is learning a new style of basketball, a new country and coach, making new friends and adapting to bigger school and living with a host family.

So yes, Pospisilova, a junior guard/forward at Downers Grove North, is learning the ins and outs of life in America on the fly.

“Sometimes, it has been overwhelming,” Pospisilova admitted. “I came here mainly because I want to improve my English.

My English is getter better. Before I came here, it was not very good.”

There’s one area of Pospisilova’s life where things have come easy – on the hardwood.

Through seven games, the 6-foot-1 Pospisilova is averaging 17 points, 7 rebounds and four assists per game. Pospisilova

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gets her first experience of a local neighborhood rivalry, when the Trojans host Downers Grove South on Saturday at 2:30 p.m.

“Sometimes it has been hard to adjust to a different style of basketball,” she said. “It’s different, but I like it.”

Since arriving in America in August, Pospisilova’s life has certainly been hectic. Her private school in Prague had just 300 students, while Downers Grove North has nearly 2,000.

She already has a scholarship offer from Indiana, and had home visits by Wisconsin, Nebraska, Missouri, Marquette, among others. She was named the MVP at the Glenbard East Thanksgiving Tournament.

For Downers Grove North coach Stephen Bolt, the arrival of a tall, athletic, multi-positional player with international experience – Pospisilova has played in the Czech national program for at least four years, including leading her team to the 2015 U16

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Julie Pospislova, an exchange student from Prague, is averaging 17 points per game this season.

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Benet opens the season with a 6-0 record

BY SCOTT TAYLOR For the Bugle www.buglenewspapers.com

Trailing 8-0 midway through the first quarter, it looked like it was going to be a long night for Benet in the Don Dome against Notre Dame.

But the Redwings (6-0) showed the toughness that has made them so successful in recent years, scoring 20 straight points en route to a 51-45 win.”

“We started to defend much better,” Benet coach Gene Heidkamp said. “We played too fast offensively at first and then we started to slow down.

I give them a lot of credit, they are a very good team. Scoring 20 straight points showed some composure.”

“It was a big run there,” Benet senior Jack Nolan said. “We locked down defensively, which has to be a big part of our team this year if we want to be good.

We stayed disciplined on defense and patient on offense and it paid off big time.”

The Redwing defense allowed just four points over the final 12 minutes of the first half and took a 22-12 lead at the half.

Notre Dame made multiple different runs in the second half, but Benet was able to hold the hosts off each time.

“I thought we played with some poise down the stretch tonight,” Heidkamp said. “We were able to get control of it. We had a lot of trouble guarding them.

They scored too much down the stretch, but offensively, our guards were able to find the open man and we were able to make some shots down the stretch.”

Justin Enochs helped to put

the game away midway through the fourth quarter with a pair of three-pointers.

“They were trapping us and my teammates were working out of the trap and I got some open looks,” Enochs said. “It was pretty much my teammates, I was just knocking down some open shots. It is good to have a lot of threats, which is good because someone is always going to be open.”

Nolan and Liam Lyman scored 15 points each, while Enochs added 14 for Benet. The only other player who scored was Matthew Teglia, who had seven.

“We have to (get more guys involved),” Heidkamp said. “We take what the defense allows us.

We’re going to lean on those guys and we know that. But some of the other guys are going to have to give us more scoring. But tonight was a defensive night.”

“It is more of just the flow of the offense,” Nolan said. “Whatever happens, happens. All of our guys on the team can score if need be. We are just taking it game by game.”

Overall, the Redwings are happy with the start of their season.

“To be 6-0 and having beaten some really good teams, you have to feel good about it,” Heidkamp said. “We’ve got a long ways to go. It is a long season and are schedule is really tough and we are going to have to get better. Rebounding is going to be a big key for us, as is getting multiple people involved and playing good defense.”

“It has been a great start,” Enochs said. “We’re going to keep working hard and see what we can do.”

A big reason for the success has been the three seniors Enochs, Lyman and Nolan, all of who were contributors from last year’s state runner-up squad.

“Three of the seniors that start for us have a lot of experience,” Heidkamp said. “They played all the way to the state championship game last year, so they’ve been down before. They didn’t panic and kept their composure.”

“I think we have showed that this team isn’t a bunch of soft guys,” Nolan said. “We’re going to fight and we’re going to defend, just like last year.”

PHOTO BY SCOTT TAYLOR

Liam Lyman is one of three seniors back from Benet’s state runner-up team from a year ago.

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COLUMN

West never missed granting a wish When the 2017 version of the Wish Upon A Star Softball in the Snow tournament takes place on over the weekend of Jan. 20-21, it will do so for the first time at Joliet’s Inwood sports complex.

Unfortunately, that will not be the biggest difference.

The event - one of the biggest annual fundraisers for Wish Upon A Star - will happen without the founder, organizer and face of the event.

Don West died last week from complications from lung cancer.

He was 64 years old.

Through the years, I had the chance to deal with Don on both a professional and personal level.

Personally, I attended a few of the fundraisers over the years to watch a band, have a few drinks and support the organization.

Then as time went on, I became friends with Don’s son, Booter, and throug him was able to meet Don on a whole different level one I am glad I had the opportunity to have.

And while I can’t publish all of the stories, there is one I will share.

It was right after I came to the Bugle and we started the Joliet paper that Don called me up and asked if I would cover a wish being granted.

Of course, I agreed and went to Cemeno’s Pizza to watch Don and the Wish Upon a Star board present a young man with tickets to the Super Bowl.

After pesenting the tickets, Don walked over to me and sat down and I will never forget as the young man was sitting and beaming from ear to ear - forgetting for a moment that he was sick - Don leaned over and told me how hard it was for Wish Upon A Star to acquire the tickets and all the different avenues he tried and how many failed before he finally was ablt to secure the tickets.

He then looked at the young

man, looked back at me and said, “We don’t miss granting a wish.”

And he didn’t.

I have no clue the countless of wishes Don and the crew were able to grant - but I could tell right then how proud he was to be able to grant every wish to every sick child - no matter if it was a trip to Disney World, meeting a celebrity or securing one of the toughest tickets in sports - he was going to make it happen.

I have no doubt that even without Don around, Wish Upon A Star will continue to grant wishes.

The organization has great board members and dedicated volunteers that will keep it going in his memory.

Wish Upon A Star will continue to make those kids forget for a moment the pain and suffering they deal with every day and to do so, they will continue to need the support of the community.

So this season, as the winter benefit gets geared up - get ready to go support the event by playing softball, watching or going to the indoor festivities which will be held in the Inwood Multipirpose Center.

For the players - reservations are going on now.

Cost is $200 per team .

If enough teams sign up, games will start the evening of Friday, Jan. 20 and will wrap up the day of the benefit on Saturday the 21st.

Those interested can email info@wishchild.com with any questions.

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CZECH FROM PAGE 9 European Championship – was an unexpected, but welcome surprise.

The Trojans, after losing four key players, including Penn State recruit Jaida Green, were headed toward a season filled with uncertainty. “It’s fun coaching her,� he said. “She’s a great kid and loves basketball. She understands bas-

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2016 | BUGLENEWSPAPERS.COM ketball at a very high level, and wants to see her teammates do well. She’s competitive, too. “Her toughest transition in basketball playing without a shot clock and we preach quality shots and not shoot as quickly as she is used to, plus the physicality of the game and contact around the basket. She’s adjusted well, and is a playmaker for herself, but almost more so for others.�

Bolt understands that his

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highly talented newcomer will go through some tough moments – on and off the court. He said the experience is a positive for all parties. “I think it’s great for her, and for our kids to broaden their horizons and be around somebody who has different experiences from them and they can actually grow together,� Bolt said. “I think she actually has become pretty close knit with the team.�

Laura Jane Murphy and her husband, Patrick, have relished the experiences of having another exchange student in their house, the fourth time for the family. Patrick Murphy said the deluge of calls, letters to the house and home visits by college coaches, though, were unexpected. “The recruiting has happened overnight,� Murphy said. “The mailbox has been crazy. We get

a lot of stuff... I’m just trying to do best I can be advocate for her and do my best to share everything with her and her parents.�

Although her time at Downers Grove North will most likely be for only one year due to a complicated set of rules governing her exchange status, Pospisilova has enjoyed the past few months. “I think I’m more self-confident and enjoying my time,� she said.

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COLUMN >> DAVE SAYS

Get student loan monkey off your back If I’m in your shoes, I want that student loan out of my life as quickly as possible DEAR DAVE, I’m 38 years old, and I’ve got $12,000 in student loans still hanging over my head. It’s the only debt I have. I make $30,000 a year, and I’ve managed to save $12,000, but I’m also driving a junky, old car that will have to be replaced soon. Should I split the money I’ve saved and buy a $6,000 car while paying off $6,000 of the student loan?

PHIL DEAR PHIL, If I’m in your shoes, I want that student loan out of my life as quickly as possible.

At the same time, I don’t want you living life without some money in the bank.

If you’ve followed me for very long, you know I teach the Baby Steps when it comes to getting out of debt and saving money.

Baby Step 1 is to save a beginner emergency fund of $1,000.

Baby Step 2 is to pay off all debt, except for your home, using the debt snowball method.

The third Baby Step is to build a fully funded emergency fund of three to six months of expenses.

You don’t have quite enough on hand for your idea and to have something left over. I recommend paying off $11,000 of the school loan now and then finishing it up as you go.

It won’t take much more time.

Limp along in the beater for a little while longer and then, when you have no student loan debt, finish your emergency fund and start a car fund.

I talk to a lot of people your age who still have student loan debt.

But you have the opportunity to punch its lights out in a hur-

ry. If you pour on the coals, you should be able to save money and get a better car in just a few months!

—DAVE DEAR DAVE, My daughter is in her first year of college. Recently, her math instructor walked students through the process of getting a credit card and building credit.

We’ve always followed your plan and taught her to do the same. When she asked the instructor if no credit score was as good as a high credit score, the instructor said no.

He told the class the only way to buy a home without a high credit rating is by having a huge amount of assets or savings.

I think I know your answer, but how do I explain this to an 18-year-old?

ALLISON DEAR ALLISON, Well, the first thing you explain is that college instructors—even tenured college professors—can be absolutely wrong sometimes.

A few years ago my daughter took a personal finance class in college, and on the first day the instructor went on a rant saying Dave Ramsey is stupid.

He didn’t know I was her dad, but she went through the entire class and never said a word.

When she called home and asked what she should do, we told her to take the class and give him the answers he wants on the tests.

We reminded her that she’s just taking a class, and that doesn’t

mean she has to form her life opinions around what that guy thinks.

Sit down with your daughter and gently explain in this instance her instructor doesn’t have a clue what he’s talking about. Explain to her you can get a home loan even if you have no credit score.

People do it all the time. There are places like Churchill Mortgage that would be happy to give her an example of this process.

It’s called manual underwriting.

All you have to do is make a reasonable down payment, have two years at the same job, and provide two years of tax returns.

Hope this helps, Allison!

— 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 12 million listeners each week on 575 radio stations and multiple digital platforms.

Follow Dave on the web at daveramsey. com and on Twitter at @DaveRamsey.

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2016 | BUGLENEWSPAPERS.COM IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL BankFinancial, F.S.B. successor by merger to Downers Grove National Bank PLAINTIFF Vs. Trent L. Finklea; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2015 CH 00061 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 5/25/2016, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/12/17 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-23-106-084 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: Court Woodridge, IL 60517

6601 Carl

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

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

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-15-00341.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as Trustee for IndyMac INDX Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-AR4, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2006-AR4 PLAINTIFF Vs. Joe H. Scroggins; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 16 CH 000376 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/15/2016, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/19/17 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-25-106-039-0000 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7404 Larchwood Lane Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

vide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I709173

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., PLAINTIFF, VS. JONATHAN E BRADLEY A/K/A JONATHAN BRADLEY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS,

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The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

DEFENDANTS. 15 CH 10717722 WESTVIEW WOODRIDGE, IL 60517

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on September 6, 2016, Sheriff of DuPage County will on January 19, 2017, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, VS. ANDREW DAMIANI; STEVEN DAMIANI; LAURA DAMIANI; LAKE IN THE WOODS UNIT NO. 502 CONDOMINIUM, INC.; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR 1ST ADVANTAGE MORTGAGE, L.L.C. DBA MORTGAGE SERVICES ILLINOIS LLC; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JON S. DAMIANI A/K/A JON SCOTT DAMIANI, IF ANY; JONATHAN D. NUSGART, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR JON S. DAMIANI A/K/A JON SCOTT DAMIANI, DEFENDANTS. 16 CH 61502 REDONDO DRIVE APT 101 DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516

TAX NO. 08-26-408-016

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

LANE

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7722 WESTVIEW LANE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED 1 CAR GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $192,248.01.

Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For Information: Visit our website at http:// ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, P.C., PlaintiffΓÇÖs Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1300, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 10543

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-15-19460.

I709424

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFFΓÇÖS ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

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Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to pro-

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on October 4, 2016, Sheriff of DuPage County will on January 12, 2017, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: PARCEL ONE: UNIT 101 IN LAKE IN THE WOODS CONDOMINIUM NO. 502, AS DELINEATED ON SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL OF REAL ESTATE: LOT 66 IN LAKE IN THE WOODS, A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 32 AND THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 12, 1969 AS DOCUMENT R69-40874, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT A TO DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NO. R72-48965, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. PARCEL TWO: EASEMENTS APPURTENANT TO PARCEL 1 AS SET FORTH IN DECLARATION DATED JANUARY 27, 1970 AND RECORDED JANUARY 27, 1970 AS DOCUMENT NO. R702611, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 09-32-218-002-0000 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 502 REDONDO DRIVE APT 101 DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 Description of Improvements: BROWN BRICK, 4 STORY MULTI UNIT CONDO, NO GARAGE The Judgment amount was $127,687.66.

Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale,

which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS

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MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:// ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, P.C., PlaintiffΓÇÖs Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1300, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 10258 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFFΓÇÖS ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I709174

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LEGAL LISTINGS

WOODRIDGE

POSE.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1300 Chicago, IL 60602 Ph. (312) 346-9088 File No. 252425-15974 I709165 Published 12/7, 12/14, 12/21

PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, VS. JONATHAN NUSGART, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR ELISA D LICUANAN; FLORENCIO LICUANAN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ELISA DAYAP LICUANAN A/K/A ELISA D. LICUANAN, IF ANY; VINCENTE DAYAP; CESAR DAYAP; RAYMUNDO DAYAP; FLEURDELIZ DAYAP LICUANAN; NORA DAYAP; ROMY DAYAP, DEFENDANTS. 16 CH 126 1204 SOUTH SOMERSET LANE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU, Cesar Dayap Raymundo Dayap Fleurdeliz Dayap Licuanan Nora Dayap defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: ALL THAT PARCEL OF LAND IN DU PAGE COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS FOLLOWS: LOT 406, IN GALLAGHER & HENRYS FARMINGDALE VILLAGE UNIT 25A, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 28, 2004, AS DOCUMENT R2004-110128 AND CORRECTED BY CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED AUGUST 11, 2004, AS DOCUMENT R2004-215044 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED SEPTEMBER 16, 2004 AS DOCUMENT R2004-243178, AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED APRIL 6, 2005 AS DOCUMENT R2005-069426, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1204 South Somerset Lane Woodridge, IL 60517 and which said Mortgage was made by, Elisa D Licuanan, Florencio Licuanan Mortgagor(s), to PNC MORTAGE, A DIVISION OF PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DuPage County, Illinois, as Document No. R2014-007066; and for other relief.

UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, Chris Kachiroubas DuPage Judicial Center 505 N. County Farm Rd. Wheaton, IL 60187 on or before JANUARY 6, 2017, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR-

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sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

WOODRIDGE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., PLAINTIFF, VS. JONATHAN E BRADLEY A/K/A JONATHAN BRADLEY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. 15 CH 10717722 WESTVIEW WOODRIDGE, IL 60517

S TAY I N F O R M E D W I T H L E G A L L I S T I N G S

LANE

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on September 6, 2016, Sheriff of DuPage County will on January 19, 2017, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

For Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, P.C., PlaintiffΓÇÖs Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1300, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 10543 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFFΓÇÖS ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I709173 Published 12/7, 12/14, 12/21

CORDED AS DOCUMENT NO. R72-48965, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. PARCEL TWO: EASEMENTS APPURTENANT TO PARCEL 1 AS SET FORTH IN DECLARATION DATED JANUARY 27, 1970 AND RECORDED JANUARY 27, 1970 AS DOCUMENT NO. R702611, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 09-32-218-002-0000 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 502 REDONDO DRIVE APT 101 DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 Description of Improvements: BROWN BRICK, 4 STORY MULTI UNIT CONDO, NO GARAGE The Judgment amount was $127,687.66.

Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

DOWNERS GROVE

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7722 WESTVIEW LANE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517

FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, VS. ANDREW DAMIANI; STEVEN DAMIANI; LAURA DAMIANI; LAKE IN THE WOODS UNIT NO. 502 CONDOMINIUM, INC.; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR 1ST ADVANTAGE MORTGAGE, L.L.C. DBA MORTGAGE SERVICES ILLINOIS LLC; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JON S. DAMIANI A/K/A JON SCOTT DAMIANI, IF ANY; JONATHAN D. NUSGART, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR JON S. DAMIANI A/K/A JON SCOTT DAMIANI,

Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED 1 CAR GARAGE.

DEFENDANTS. 16 CH 61502 REDONDO DRIVE APT 101 DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516

The Judgment amount was $192,248.01.

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

For Information: Visit our website at http:// ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, P.C., PlaintiffΓÇÖs Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1300, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 10258

LOT 162 IN WOODRIDGE, UNIT 2, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED DECEMBER 17, 1958 AS DOCUMENT 906508, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-26-408-016

Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on October 4, 2016, Sheriff of DuPage County will on January 12, 2017, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: PARCEL ONE: UNIT 101 IN LAKE IN THE WOODS CONDOMINIUM NO. 502, AS DELINEATED ON SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL OF REAL ESTATE: LOT 66 IN LAKE IN THE WOODS, A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 32 AND THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 12, 1969 AS DOCUMENT R69-40874, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT A TO DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RE-

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

Joe H. Scroggins; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 16 CH 000376 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/15/2016, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/19/17 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 860 IN THE HIGHLANDS (AMENDED), BEING A SUBDIVISION IN SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED FEBRUARY 26, 1964 AS DOCUMENT R64-6164, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS PIN 08-25-106-039-0000 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7404 Larchwood Lane Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFFΓÇÖS ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

RESIDENTIAL Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as Trustee for IndyMac INDX Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-AR4, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2006-AR4 PLAINTIFF Vs.

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-15-19460.

I709424 Published 12/7, 12/14, 12/21

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

AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

RESIDENTIAL

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-1500341.

I709716

BankFinancial, F.S.B. successor by merger to Downers Grove National Bank PLAINTIFF Vs. Trent L. Finklea; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2015 CH 00061 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 5/25/2016, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/12/17 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 5 IN HIGH TRAIL WOODS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 11, 2007 AS DOCUMENT R2007-185575, DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 08-23-106-084 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: Court Woodridge, IL 60517

6601 Carl

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

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS

Published 12/7, 12/14, 12/21

NEWS

FROM THE SURROUNDING COUNTY AREA

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