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Cuts to Meals on Wheels could impact county
‘It would be devastating not only for Downers Grove, but also the county’ BY MEGANN HORSTEAD For the Bugle @BugleNewspapers sweditor@buglenewspapers.com
The impact of federal and state cuts to Meals on Wheels, if passed, could be devastating, officials told the Bugle. President Donald Trump presented a proposed budget in May that could cut spending toward the program for seniors; and it could bring concerns to local social services already losing state funding. While a president’s budget will typically require review by Congress, the proposal as submitted recently intends to highlight the Trump administration’s agenda and how it will prioritize the country’s needs. “It would be devastating not only for Downers Grove, but also the county, the state and the country,” said Mary Lynn Krolak, executive director of DuPage County Senior Citizens Council. “The levels of funding had flat-lined the last 15
years. The amount stays the same, though costs increase. If funds were cut, it would devastate us. We are hoping for no cuts to the [U.S.] Department of Health and Human Services.” Downers Grove Township Supervisor Mark Thoman agreed. “It would have an impact,” he said. “Meals on Wheels makes deliveries to over 380 residents [in Downers Grove Township.] Each stop consists of more than one resident.” The program, however, does more than deliver meals, Thoman said. A stable of volunteers work to obtain physical and mental assessments of the seniors they serve, as well as an assessment of the household. “They will make suggestions if they note any issues,” Thoman said. “They can help connect them with services.” This budget cycle, the State of Illinois shorted the Township by more than $210,000, Thoman said.
“That’s a lot of money to feed senior citizens and keep them in their homes,” he said. “The most effective way to serve them is to keep seniors at home.” Funding to support Meals on Wheels is all done based on population for seniors through the Department of Health and Human Services, and multiple sources are employed through governmental bodies, agencies and fundraising efforts. Typically, funds are extended to the states through the county, and they are distributed in the amount of $25,000 per township in DuPage County. To fill the gap, some governmental bodies in the county have sought to provide funding. Thoman said Downers Grove Township recognizes the value and benefit of the services DuPage County Senior Services Council provides to residents. “The trustees recently approved [an allotment] supporting the Meals on Wheels program to the $25,000 level with funds they can use to keep them going,” Thoman said. DuPage County Senior Services Council serves 4,000 residents throughout the county. Krolak wanted to thank governmental bodies, like Downers Grove Township, for supporting Meals on Wheels. “I am appreciative of the donation Downers Grove Township gave to support us,” she said. “It was $25,000. We appreciate partnerships to support costs to serve
seniors. It is a community collaboration—a great partnership. I wish other townships would do the same.” Krolak added, “The relationship with municipalities and townships
are more critical than ever.” Krolak gave thanks to legislators for taking an active in role in the effort to secure funding to support Meals on Wheels and urged elected officials to pass a State budget.
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SCHOOL NEWS >> DISTRICT 99
Students selected for all-state theatre production Six District 99 students were chosen by competitive audition by the Illinois High School Theatre Festival to be part of the 2018 All-State production of the new broadway musical, “Big Fish.” The All-State cast, crew, and pit orchestra are comprised of top student performers, musicians, and technicians from across Illinois. The District 99 students were chosen from 345 students across the state who chose to audition; 107 students were selected from 57 different high schools for the final production company. “If there was ever a doubt that District 99 is a powerhouse in fine and performing arts, the fact that our students are so well represented for this state production removes that doubt,” says Dr. Hank Thiele, District 99 superintendent.
“We are incredibly proud of our talented students, and we can’t wait to see the show next January.” “This is a tremendous opportunity for our students to collaborate creatively with some of the best talent in the state,” says Demetrios Pappageorge, English and Theatre teacher at DGN and former executive director of IHSTF. Nathaniel Haywood, an English teacher at DGS, is the current executive director of IHSTF. The 2018 Illinois High School Theatre Festival All-State production of Big Fish will be performed at Illinois State University during the festival, which runs January 11-13, 2018. A synopsis of the “Big Fish” musical, from Theatrical Rights Worldwide, reads: “Based on the celebrated novel
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by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, BIG FISH centers on Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest… and then some! Edward’s incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill ev-
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High School student Ryles Eide, who will serve on technical crew, props Downers Grove South High School student Bella Kelly, who will play violin/fiddler in the pit orchestra Downers Grove South High School student Madeline Pteanc, who will play violin in the pit orchestra Hunter Evans, adult staff member at DGS, will serve as scene designer
eryone around him – most of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father’s epic tales. Overflowing with heart, humor and spectacular stagecraft,
BIG FISH is an extraordinary new Broadway musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatre – for an experience that’s richer, funnier and BIGGER than life itself.” Produced by the Illinois Theatre Association, the Illinois High School Theatre Festival (IHSTF) is the largest and oldest non-competitive high school theatre festival in the world. The three-day Festival takes place every year in early January and switches locations between the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Illinois State University. Over 4,000 students, teachers, university representatives, exhibitors, and volunteers come together to put on over 25 different high school productions and over 150 workshops at the festival.
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Woodridge 68 student registration Woodridge School District 68 is conducting walk-in registration for new and returning students for the 2017-18 school year on Tuesday, July 25 from 1 to 8 p.m. All students are to register at Thomas Jefferson Junior High School, 7200 Janes Avenue. Parents can still register their student online. New and returning families can get detailed registration information on the district website, including information on the following: important dates, returning students, new students, kindergarten, preschool, residency information, registration fees, and health requirements.
Janeswood Road project begins this week The Janeswood reconstruction project begins this week. This project involves the reconstruction of Janeswood Avenue from Janes Avenue on the east to Woodridge Drive on the west. The scope of work includes full roadway reconstruction of the road base and asphalt. Starting in August, roadway detours will be required during periods of construction. The need for detours will be communicated in advance to
provide drivers with ample notice.
be found at woodridgerotary.org.
The Woodridge Police Department is hosting an Open House on Tuesday, August 1 from 2 to 5 p.m. at 1 Plaza Drive. The Open House is an opportunity for the Woodridge Police Department to say thank you to residents for having an active partnership to improve our community. The Open House features a tour of the station, squad car demonstrations and photos, CSI-style fingerprinting simulations, snacks, and more.
Janes Ave., for a Community Roll Call on Wednesday, July 26 beginning at 3 p.m.
Woodridge Woodridge Police Rotary Mini Village Calendar open house on Community Roll Call At Cypress Triathlon is Cove: Join the Woodridge Police August 1 Sunday, August 13 Department at Cypress Cove, 8301
Mini Triathlon needs volunteers The Rotary Club of Woodridge relies on volunteers to successfully host Chicagoland’s largest Mini Triathlon on Sunday, August 13. Volunteers are needed on the course on race day (Sunday), on Friday evening and Saturday at the Community Center for participant check-in, and on Saturday afternoon for course set-up. A required meeting for volunteers is Thursday, August 10 at 6 p.m. at the Woodridge Park District, 2600 Center Drive, Woodridge. All volunteers must fill out a volunteer application at woodridgerotary.org.
The 18th Annual Mini Triathlon, hosted by the Woodridge Rotary Club, is scheduled for Sunday, August 13, starting at 7 a.m. for the Main Event and 10:30 a.m. for the KiDs event. The race takes place at Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park, 8301 S. Janes Avenue, in Woodridge. This event is geared towards athletes of all abilities, age, shapes and sizes. Information on race distances, cost, or how to register as an athlete or volunteer can
Bridgeview Bank Shredding Event July 29th: Bridgeview Bank, l at 3540 Hobson Rd., is hosting a free document shredding event on Saturday, July 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. All items shredded by an on-site mobile truck and safely disposed of. Please note: document shredding only. Light refreshments will be served.
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Our Brains and (Dis)organization Language is important in considering whole person, not defining by their limitations I belong to a terrific organization called the Institute for Challenging Disorganization (ICD), whose conferences and classes have taught me a great deal about how our brains work, especially when it comes to organization (and disorganization). This month I’m sharing a brief overview of what I’ve learned about several brain-based issues that may offer insight on why you may find getting and staying organized more difficult than you think it should be. I’ve indicated the presenter whose wisdom I’m sharing. You’ll notice I use “people first” language – e.g., rather than referring to someone as a hoarder, I refer to someone who hoards. This language is an important way of considering the whole person, rather than just defining him or her by their limitations. ADHD Our brains are a rain forest of diversity: differences among brains are as enriching—and essential—as differences among plants and animals. People with ADHD are hunters in a farmer’s world – they pay attention to distractions to facilitate survival in the wild. Instead of celebrating the natural diversity inherent in human brains, too often we diagnose and medicate those differences. Rather than focusing on the limitations of peo-
COME TO ORDER By Sue Becker ple with ADHD, think of everyone in the world as being one of hundreds of varieties of flowers that make for a beautiful field of flowers. If you have to function in an environment that isn’t well-suited to the way your brain thinks, make positive environmental modifications that will help you be more successful. (Dr. Thomas Armstrong of The American Institute for Learning and Human Development) HOARDING The daughter of a woman with hoarding disorder talked about how, when someone in the home hoards, hoarding defines the family culture. Objects, rather than family members, become the focus of the person who hoards. People who hoard are stimulated by an object’s smallest detail, which triggers creativity and generates unessential goals (e.g., “these margarine tubs will come in handy when I work on my craft projects”). These goals support the object’s value and override what one might otherwise view as reasonable decisions about letting go of the objects. People who hoard tend to procrastinate about the projects they intend to undertake with those objects because of perfection-
ism (it’s better not to do anything than do it imperfectly) and doubt (it’s too uncomfortable to make a bad decision about what to let go of so I’ll keep all of it). This procrastination leads to the hoard getting larger – in essence the home is filled with intentions. The potential of the children often gets buried in hoarded homes. There is an online support community for children of hoarders: ChildrenOfHoarders.com. (Dr. Suzanne Chabaud of the OCD Institute of Greater New Orleans) STRESS Chronic stress actually shrinks the brain and is the number one killer in America. Stress has more to do with a person’s genetic “code” than with his or her circumstances. It is possible to change your brain’s propensity to be stressed by shifting the brain’s autopilot from stressed and anxious to peaceful. You can train your mind to change your brain to generate more joy in your work, more order in your life, more love in your relationships and more spring in your step. Attitude is the thing that makes you most powerful psychologically. Reducing stress is not about a to-do list, it’s more about the to-be list. The here and now is the one place where we don’t have stress – it’s thinking about the past and the future that causes stress. However, 85 percent of what we worry about ain’t gonna happen – breathe in, breathe out and move on. (Don Joseph Goeway, author of The End of Stress) I’d love to hear your thoughts on any of these topics, especially in terms of how they affect your ability to get or stay organized. 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.PilesToSmiles.com or 630.373.7400.
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MULTISPORT ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
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Miller, Bachmann lead nominees BY MARK GREGORY Sports Editor @Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com
Every season, the Voyager Media area has several amazing athletes in many sports, but only a select few can compete at a high level in multiple sports – of those, Voyager Media selects one male and one female from each of its five zones as nominees for the Voyager Media Multisport Athlete of the Year. Of the five males and five females – one of each are the selected as the winners of the AOY title. This year’s overall winners are: FEMALE: BROOKLYN BACHMANN - JOLIET/ SENTINEL ZONE Three-sport superstar from Minooka, Bachmann wins her second-straight Athlete of the Year honor. This season, she averaged an area-best 20.9 points per game, along with 3.5 rebounds on the basketball court. She ended her career as the all-time leader in points in school history with 1,523. A Voyager Media All-Area team member, she was named to the All-Southwest Prairie Conference team and was Class 3A/4A IBCA all-state honorable mention. She will continue her basketball career at Bemidji State University in Minnesota. On the volleyball court, the senior setter led the Indians with 993 assists, 180 digs and 26 aces to
go with 43 blocks for the Indians. She helped Minooka reach the state finals, where it battled for a title and fell in the three sets to the nation’s No. 1 team in the Class 4A state finals. “Brooklyn was a fierce leader on the court and we will very much miss her,” said Minooka volleyball coach Carrie Prosek. “She would dive through bleachers to keep that ball alive for our offense to hit the ball. She could push the ball to the pin no matter where she was and that is truly what kept us alive when things were off. She took ahold of this young team and taught them how to be confident and want to win.” In the spring, Bachmann was again a state qualifier in the Class 3A pole vault. MALE: BRADY MILLER – PLAINFIELD ZONE The Plainfield North junior had a stellar season for the Tigers in three sports. On the football field, Miller quarterbacked the Tigers to the IHSA Class 7A state final game – ultimately placing second. On the season he completed 151-of-259 passes for 1,998 yards and 21 touchdowns. He also rushed 39 times for 279 yards and a pair of scores. During the winter, Miller was one of the veterans leading the North basketball team. Then, in the spring, he again set his sights on a state run again with the North baseball team. Miller pitched the final game of
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Benet’s Marty Dosen is the Downers Grove Zone male Multisport Athlete of the Year nominee. the season for the Tigers – a loss to Neuqua Valley in the Class 4A sectional final. On the season on the mound, Miller had a team-high 60 innings pitched with a 4-3 record and a 1.40 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, while posting 68 strikeouts. He was an AllSPC¬ selection. At the plate, he hit .333 with a .393 on base percentage and a .547 slugging percentage. He has 39 hits with six home runs, with 36 RBI and scored 25 runs. Miller was a Voyager Media AllArea selection in both football and baseball. Local zone nominees are:
DOWNERS GROVE ZONE FEMALE: EMMA MORAVEC The argument can be made
that a runner is a runner and just because someone runs distance races in cross country and track they are not a multi-sport athlete. But for Downers Grove North’s Emma Moravec, she is not running the distance races in both. In track, the senior placed second in the 800-meter run with a time of 2 minutes, 15.08. She also teamed with Gina Kowalewicz, Rachel Sprague and Kimberly Brent in the 4x400 relay to place fourth in 3:56.90. In cross country, Moravec was the lone Trojan to qualify for the state finals this season, placing in the top half of the field in the 3.1 mile course at Detweiller Park in Peoria.
MALE: MARTY DOSEN The Benet two-sporter helped Benet come within striking distance of the state finals in two different sports. In football, the running back posted a combined yardage of nearly 1,100 yards and 13 touchdowns. He rushed for more than 900 yards and 10 scores. With his help, the Redwings fell in the Class 7A semifinals to eventual state champion East St. Louis. In baseball, the Voyager Media All-Area Team member batted .358 and drove in 32 runners. He had five home runs and 14 extra base hits on the season as Benet fell in the sectional final. For the full list visit www.buglenewspapers.com.
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ARIES
MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20
Don’t throw caution to the wind. You may be less careful than usual as you could be in a hurry or simply too focused on what you’re doing to pay attention to what’s going on around you. Stay on your guard no matter the circumstances.
GEMINI
M AY 2 2 T O J U N E 2 1
Don’t let the cat out of the bag. Show your maturity by not revealing privileged information that you have been trusted with. Sharing someone else’s secrets will give you little to gain and a whole lot to lose.
LEO
J U LY 2 3 T O A U G U S T 2 1
When it’s your turn to bat, swing for the fences. You’ll only gain from an opportunity in the spotlight and showing definitive results, so don’t hold back. Your prospects for romance could be higher than usual throughout the day.
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1 MAN OF MANY WORDS 6 COURSE DESIGNER 10 HIKER’S MAP, BRIEFLY 14 WORDS SPOKEN ON A STAR? 15 VIRNA OF “HOW TO MURDER YOUR WIFE” 16 ORGANIC COMPOUND 17 ‘60S EXECUTIVE ORDER CREATION 19 COMBINE 20 LOCKS IN A ZOO 21 HUMAN BE-IN ATTENDEE 23 1988 CABINET RESIGNEE 27 APOSTLE KNOWN AS “THE ZEALOT” 28 FACETIOUS TRIBUTES 29 STEADY 30 COMFORT AND OTHERS 31 AVID SURFERS 35 SOCIETAL CHANGE BEGUN IN QUEBEC DURING THE ‘60S 39 MONEY-SAVING REFUGE 40 SUBWAY PURCHASE 41 BLUE DYE 42 HINTS 44 RENDERS HARMLESS 48 GREASY SPOON 49 IT’S NOT WIDELY UNDERSTOOD 50 SMALL FLAW 51 COZY SPOT 52 ‘60S AVIATION NICKNAME 58 QUATTRO COMPETITOR 59 QUATTRO, E.G. 60 2013 ONE DIRECTION HIT 61 VICTOR’S “SAMSON AND DELILAH” CO-STAR 62 LINE HOLDER FOR A CAST 63 LUSTROUS SYNTHETIC
1 SWINDLE, WITH “OFF” 2 RUN A TAB, SAY 3 1998 ANGELINA JOLIE BIOPIC 4 F1 NEIGHBOR 5 IT’S ACROSS FROM ALICE TULLY HALL 6 ONE OF MANY IN “ORPHAN BLACK” 7 ENGAGE 8 SIXTH OF FIVE? 9 SKID 10 LARGO AND PRESTO 11 MATINEE HR. 12 MARCH OF DIMES’ ORIGINAL CRUSADE 13 ANCIENT 18 MAMA IN MUSIC 22 TROOPER’S OUTFIT? 23 LA SALLE OF “ER” 24 FRIED TREAT 25 OBSESSION 26 THOMAS CROMWELL’S EARLDOM 27 DETERMINED ABOUT 29 OBLIQUE CUT 31 HALF A CARIBBEAN
FEDERATION 32 TOM’S “MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE” ROLE 33 REUNION ATTENDEE 34 MORE PUT OUT 36 “__ HEAVEN” 37 AMERICAN WEST CONFLICT 38 OVERLY CURIOUS 42 FORMER BLUE DEVIL RIVAL, BRIEFLY 43 NOT SUITABLE FOR KIDS 44 SHORE SHOW OF THE ‘70S 45 MODERN MESSAGE 46 ALASKAN CRUISE SIGHT 47 JIM-DANDY 48 PIZZA SAUCE HERB 50 OFF-TARGET 53 COLOR DISTINCTION 54 46-DOWN KIN 55 MAGPIE RELATIVE 56 “MICROSOFT SOUND” COMPOSER 57 BROWN SHADE
LIBRA
SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23
There doesn’t have to be winners and losers. Resolving an argument by finding common ground upon which to build could be more beneficial than simply trying to get in the last word. Avoid trying to push someone’s buttons.
SAGITTARIUS
NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 22
Don’t make assumptions. While you may feel someone knows exactly what you are thinking, they may actually be on a completely different wavelength. Go out of your way to do something to please your significant other.
AQUARIUS
JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19
Refocus your priorities. Too much information and mental clutter may divert you from the correct path but employing some self-discipline and some planning could quickly have you back on the right track.
SUDOKU
TAURUS
A P R I L 2 1 T O M AY 2 1
Go along to get along. Someone’s assertiveness may rub you the wrong way but you’ll get farther by looking for compromise rather than trying to butt heads. The lights will be all green for romantic pursuits this evening.
CANCER
J U N E 2 2 T O J U LY 2 2
There’s always room for improvement. You’ve done well so far but there’s no reason why you can’t do better in the future. Seek out innovative new methods and routines which could improve your productivity, health or attitude.
VIRGO
AUGUST 22 TO SEPTEMBER 23
Live and let live. Making mistakes are part of life. Allow others to learn from their experiences and don’t be so quick to jump into the affairs of friends or loved ones. If solving a problem seems impossible, try again later.
SCORPIO
OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22
Test the waters before you dive in. Get a feel for the general mood before making jokes or offhand comments or others may take it personally. Focus on projects that tap into your creative side to get the most out of it.
CAPRICORN
DECEMBER 23 TO JANUARY 20
Don’t fret over what you don’t have. The green-eyed monster could rear its ugly head when a friend shows off a shiny new toy. This should really have little impact on your life. Constructive projects keep your mind busy.
PISCES
FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20
There’s always a chance. The odds of winning or losing could be equal, just make sure that you can afford the cost if you lose. Put creativity and originality on display and before too long others will admire and respect you for it.
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Let Dad be mad; say ‘no’ to money risk
DEAR DAVE, My dad wants me to buy a house on a 30-year loan for him and my mom in my name, and let them make the payments. I’m 24 years old and have a good credit score and a nice apartment, but my job depends largely on how the oil industry is doing. My dad filed bankruptcy nine years ago, and he’s already $150,000 in debt again, so he’s never been very responsible with money. I think this would spell big trouble for me, but I’m sure he will be mad if I say no. What are your thoughts? EMMANUEL DEAR EMMANUEL, Yeah, I think doing something like this would spell big trouble for you. If your dad is irresponsible with money — especially to the point of having to file bankruptcy — what makes you think he’ll make these house payments on time? I know this would be an uncomfortable conversation to have with your dad, but you need to brace yourself and just do it. Be respectful
and explain exactly why you won’t do this. Think about it, Emmanuel. When he doesn’t pay the bill on time, it’s going to screw up your credit score. And when you get ready to buy a house, guess what? You’re going to have trouble qualifying because you already own a house. Most people don’t make enough money to qualify to buy two homes. Basically, your dad is asking you to not buy a house so they can have one. I can’t tell you how to make your dad okay with saying no to this, but I can tell you that your answer should be no. Let him and your mom know that you love them both, but this is something you just can’t do. —DAVE DEAR DAVE, My wife just had our first child. Now, we now have about $3,000 in medical bills not covered by insurance. We’ve got $8,000 in our emergency fund, and I make between $25,000 and $30,000 a year. Should we try setting up a payment plan with the hospital, or is dipping into our savings a better idea? MATT DEAR MATT, I’d write a check today and knock out that hospital bill. This falls under the heading of “emergency” in my mind, so pay the bill and jump back into rebuilding your emergency fund. You’ve done a really good job of saving on your income, but let’s see
what we can do about making better money in the future. —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.
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,
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6, 2016, Sheriff of DuPage County will on August 8, 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: TAX NO. 08-26-408-016
DEFENDANTS.
COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7722 WESTVIEW LANE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517
15CH 1071 7722 WESTVIEW LANE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517
Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED 1 CAR GARAGE.
NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT
The Judgment amount was $192,248.01.
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
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). 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 - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, PlaintiffΓÇÖs Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200, 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. I724209 Published 6/28, 7/5, 7/12
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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.
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.
15CH 1071 7722 WESTVIEW LANE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517
The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT
The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.
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 August 8, 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:
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).
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 COMMONLY KNOWN WESTVIEW LANE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517
AS:
7722
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.
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 - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, PlaintiffΓÇÖs Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200, 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. I724209 Published 6/28, 7/5, 7/12
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BACK-TO-SCHOOL PREP
7 ways to make mornings less hectic Begin going to bed earlier and start waking up earlier
ily from having to scramble in the morning. This ensures those permission slips get signed and items make it back into school bags. OPT FOR SCHOOL LUNCH A FEW TIMES Look ahead on the school lunch menu and speak with children about which meals they enjoy. Let kids purchase school lunch on those days to give yourself a day off from lunch detail.
Many families find the rush is on to make it to school and work on time each morning. Feeling rushed in the morning is a recipe for added stress. Rushing through things is a poor way to begin a day, and those feelings of uneasiness can put a damper on the rest of the day ahead. Making mornings less hectic involves a few different strategies that parents and kids can easily incorporate into their daily routines.
HAVE QUICK BREAKFAST FOODS AVAILABLE Smoothies, cereal bars, oatmeal, and whole-grain cereals are fast and nutritious ways to start the day.
WAKE UP SLIGHTLY EARLIER Getting up earlier than normal, even if it’s just 15 to 20 minutes before you’re accustomed to getting out of bed, can help reduce morning stress. Resist the temptation to hit the snooze button over and over again. A few extra minutes each morning can make you feel more relaxed and make for a smooth, stress-free start to the day.
them ready in the refrigerator. In addition, lay your clothes for the following day out each night. This saves time and takes a couple more things off your morning to-do list.
GET SOME WORK DONE THE NIGHT BEFORE Prepare lunches the night before and have
EASE BACK INTO A ROUTINE As a new school year dawns or a long vacation comes to an end, begin going to bed ear-
lier and start waking up earlier as well. This can make the transition from carefree mornings to busy mornings go more smoothly. PREP BACKPACKS IN THE EVENING Look through folders, sign paperwork, check assignments, and do whatever is you need to do the night before to save your fam-
CARPOOL WHENEVER POSSIBLE Busy families can save themselves extra work by proposing a neighborhood carpool. Sharing school dropoff detail frees time up for parents once or twice a week, and kids may enjoy traveling to school with their friends. Mornings can be tricky when family members are getting ready for school and work at the same time. By practicing a few daily rituals, it’s possible to curb the rush and start the day happier and more relaxed.
ATHLETICS
Help kids get ready for fall sports season Summer is a season of relaxation, especially for school-aged children who are not yet old enough to work. Such youngsters no doubt enjoy the chance to spend summer days lounging poolside or at the beach, all without a care in the world or any homework to complete. Though summer is synonymous with R&R, parents of young athletes who hope to compete in scholastic athletics when the school year begins in autumn may need to take steps to ensure their kids aren’t at risk of injury once the curtain comes up on fall sports season. EXAMINE AND REPLACE EQUIPMENT IF NECESSARY The right equipment can protect kids from injury and help them realize their full athletic potential. But damaged or outdated equipment can increase kids’ risk of injury. Examine kids’ equipment long before fall sports season begins so you have time to bargain hunt should anything need to be replaced. SCHEDULE A PHYSICAL FOR YOUR CHILD Many school districts mandate that athletes receive and pass physicals before they can compete. Speak with the athletic director
at your child’s school to learn the guidelines that govern athletic physicals. The physical will need to be conducted by a predetermined date, but you may also need the physical to be conducted after a certain date for it to be considered valid. Speak with your child’s physician if any problems are found during the physical. LET KIDS HEAL Kids’ schedules are busier than ever before, and many youngsters play several sports during the school year. Summer vacation may be the only extended period all year that youngsters’ bodies get to heal. While it’s important that kids stay physically active throughout the summer, make sure they don’t overdo it, as you should emphasize the importance of rest. GRADUALLY GET BACK IN THE SWING OF THINGS While rest gives kids’ bodies a chance to heal and develop, it’s important that young athletes stay in shape over the summer. As the fall sports season draws near, help kids gradually get back in the swing of things. Tryouts tend to be physically demanding, so kids who have not lifted a finger all summer may be at risk of injury or missing the cut. Let kids ease back into regular exercise to make sure they are not starting from scratch come their first tryout.
CALENDAR JULY 14 Summer Nights Classic Car Show. 6-9 p.m. Independent-
Orphan (out of production manufacturers AMC, Hudson, Nash, Packard, Studebaker, etc. - no GM, Ford, Chrysler products). All Classic Cars welcome on Main from Maple to Franklin; weekly featured cars on Curtiss must be pre-1985. Trophy awarded weekly. Band: The Stingers (Classic Rock, R&B, 60s-70s). No Classic Car Show parking before 5 p.m.
JULY 15 Downers Grove Township Electronics Recycling. 8 a.m.- Noon, at
the Highway Garage, 318 East Quincy St., Westmont. Audio and videocassettes 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.
Shred4Rescues. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at
827 Blackhawk Drive Westmont. “Team Citadel” is providing on-site document destruction for participants, we are asking for $3 donations per box/bag and checks will gladly be accepted for larger donations, with all proceeds going to local animal rescues. Along with your documents to be shredded, bring the kids and furry family members over for a good time and to meet some of the local rescue animals.
JULY 18 Summer Concert Series. 7 p.m.
at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, Downers Grove. Libido Funk Circus (70s, 80s, 90s Rock). Visitors may bring: lawn chairs and blankets, outside food and outside non-alcoholic beverages. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Leashes must be no more than six feet in length.
JULY 21 Summer Nights Classic Car Show. 6-9 p.m. Chrysler Corpora-
tion/MOPAR Allison, All Classic Cars welcome on Main from Maple to Franklin; weekly featured cars on Curtiss must be pre-1985. Trophy awarded weekly. Band: Bowman & Rodey (ABR) (Americana singers and songwriters). No Classic Car Show parking before 5 p.m.
JULY 22 Discover Mayslake. 10 a.m. to 2
p.m. at the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31st St. in Oak Brook. The free, all-ages open house spotlights programs and events offered throughout the year at the 87-acre estate, which includes its 1920s Tudor Revival-style Mayslake Hall, a national historic landmark.
JULY 25 Summer Concert Series. 7 p.m.
at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, Downers Grove. Piano Man (Elton John/Billy Joel). Visitors may bring: lawn chairs and blankets, outside food and outside nonalcoholic beverages. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Leashes must be no more than six feet in length.
JULY 28
Summer Nights Classic Car Show. 6-9 p.m. Convertibles. All
Classic Cars welcome on Main from Maple to Franklin; weekly featured cars on Curtiss must be pre-1985. Trophy awarded weekly. Band: The Generation Gap (Classic rock, 60s80s). No Classic Car Show parking before 5 p.m.
AUGUST 1 Summer Concert Series. 7 p.m.
at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, Downers Grove. Second Hand Soul Band (Motown).Visitors may bring: lawn chairs and blankets,
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AUGUST 4 Summer Nights Classic Car Show. 6-9 p.m. Pony (Mustangs,
Barracuda, Javlin, etc.). All Classic Cars welcome on Main from Maple to Franklin; weekly featured cars on Curtiss must be pre-1985. Trophy awarded weekly. Band: Zazz (alternative jazz quintet). No Classic Car Show parking before 5 p.m.
AUGUST 8 Summer Concert Series. 7 p.m.
at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, Downers Grove. Semple (pop/rock). Visitors may bring: lawn chairs and blankets, outside food and outside non-alcoholic beverages. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Leashes must be no more than six feet in length.
AUGUST 11 Summer Nights Classic Car Show. 6-9 p.m. Ford, Mercury,
Lincoln (no Mustangs). All Classic Cars welcome on Main from Maple
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to Franklin; weekly featured cars on Curtiss must be pre-1985. Trophy awarded weekly. Band: Henry JBC (variety, 60s-today). No Classic Car Show parking before 5 p.m.
AUGUST 15 Summer Concert Series. 7 p.m.
at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, Downers Grove. New Odyssey (oldies-today’s hits). Visitors may bring: lawn chairs and blankets, outside food and outside non-alcoholic beverages. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Leashes must be no more than six feet in length.
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