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Village News Happy Hour
Downers Grove to adopt ‘Happy Hour’ ordinance
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park district District Donations Development asks village to reduce park district donation see page 3
opinion Thinking About Health Help for hearing loss is often unaffordable
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sports Five-star General Galena course one of the top courses in the state
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Nationwide Pokemon phenomenon takes over local areas ‘What makes it special is the way it encourages you to go outside and explore the outdoors’ By Andrea Earnest Bugle Staff
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First off, Pokemon Go is an application for your smartphone that allows users to “hunt” for fictional creatures called Pokemon in “real” life, and its hugely popular among children, teens and, even, adults. The application uses your phone’s GPS and allows a player’s avatar to move along in the virtual world, as they simultaneously move along in the real world. In the application, users may stumble upon up to 150 different Pokemon and then take their chances trying to catch them. The application was released in early July, and already has caused quite a stir in communities across the countries. Most recently, Woodridge Public Library had a few Pokemon “trainers” visit the facility. The library is a Pokemon gym – a place where trainers can battle their Pokemon and “claim” the gym, and bragging rights, from their friends. Players are also allowed to choose one of three teams in the game:
Team Mystic, Valor or Instinct. Along with gyms, there are places called Pokestops, which can be located at parks, post offices, water towers, libraries, village halls, memorials and several other places. Pokestops can be used for refueling your Pokeballs, which are required to catch Pokemon in the game, as well as gaining other special items that can be used in the “Pokeworld.” Woodridge Library recognizes the craze of Pokemon Go and will be hosting Pokemon Go Hunt at the library July 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. The library will put out “lures,” an ingame feature that attracts Pokemon to different locations. Snacks, cold drinks and phone charging stations will be available in the library, and those trainers that catch a Pokemon can receive a button from their respective team. Woodridge teen Maddie Naisbitt is one of the trainers who stopped by the library recently, and she says she has really enjoyed the app so far. “What makes it special is the way it encourages you to go outside and explore the outdoors,” Naisbitt said.
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Outside the Woodridge Library Maddie Naisbitt, Annie Le and Paula Sakowicz play Pokémon Go.
“This app has definitely gotten me outside more.” She added that all of her friends play and they enjoy going on walks together to play and catch Pokemon. “Pokemon Go can be a very social game because even if you don’t play with friends, you will see other Pokemon trainers as you hunt for Pokemon, which is an experience unique to this game,” Naisbitt said.
Other places you can see people playing Pokemon Go include McCollum Park in Downers Grove, which features a gym and several Pokestops. Downtown Westmont and Downers Grove also get in the game, with several businesses and churches serving as Pokestops. Downers Grove Public Library also serves as a hub for Pokemon
trainers in the community. The library has shared numerous photos on their Twitter page of trainers that have visited the library. The library has two Pokestops, one at the Curtiss Street entrance and one at the Children of Peace sculpture, as well as another right across the street at First Congregational Church. Adult and Teen Services Librarian Fred LeBaron said the library serves as a kind of one stop shop, allowing trainers to access all three Pokestops from the corner of Curtiss and Forest. He added that there are several more Pokestops in the area, including Fischel Park, some local churches, and at the Tivoli Theater. “Downtown Downers Grove is a ‘Poke-rich’ environment, for sure!” LeBaron said. With several businesses and establishments taking advantage of the game by using social media to advertise Pokemon in the area or even baking treats with a Pokemon theme, the application is sure to continue to impact the community.
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Downers Grove to adopt ‘Happy Hour’ ordinance In July 2015, Gov. Rauner signed a law ammending the Illinois Liquor Control Act By Andrea Earnest Bugle Staff
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The Downers Grove village council held a first reading of an ordinance amending the sale and promotion of alcohol at its July 19 meeting. Specifically, the council discussed amending rules related to “Happy Hour” and server training requirements. According to board documents, in July 2015, Gov. Bruce Rauner signed a law that amended the Illinois Liquor Control Act by allowing establishments to utilize Happy Hour promotions under certain conditions. Per state law, a Happy Hour promotion must follow certain
conditions., including not changing the initial discounted cost of drinks during the promotion time; ensuring that the discount period does not exceed 4 hours per day or 15 hours per week; the drink cannot be discounted between 10 p.m. and closing time of the establishment; and notice of the Happy Hour promotion is posted on the premises of the establishment or the website of the establishment at least seven days prior to the promotion. The Liquor Commission of Downers Grove recommended approval of a Happy Hour ordinance. According to board documents, the commission felt that adopting the same regulations as the state would reduce confusion and allow
for easier enforcement. It would also allow Downers Grove businesses to remain competitive with other businesses in nearby communities that allow Happy Hours.
Police Station Renovation The council also discussed a possible resolution that would authorize a contract with Williams Architects for architectural and engineering services for the planned expansion and renovation of the Downers Grove police station. According to board documents, the actual cost of this contract could be between $843,000 and $977,000 depending on the cost of construction. The plan for the police station calls for an addition of 11,000 square feet, along with a complete interior renovation. The cost of the project will between $11.9 million and $14.6 million.
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Development asks village to reduce park district donation Park district opposed the request Now, it is up to the village council to decide By Andrea Earnest Bugle Staff
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Last August, the village of Downers Grove approved a proposal to construct a 5-story, 89-unit apartment building at 5100 Forest Ave. Terms of the approval required the petitioner to dedicate land or provide a cash donation to both park and school sites. The total donation amount was set at $543,814, with $483,491 going to the park district, $43,444 to School District 58 and $16,878 to District 99. Now, the petitioner would like to reduce amount being donated to the park district from the required $483,491 to $373,325. According to the village’s subdivision ordinance, a petitioner can request a reduction of the park district donation if they provide their own open spaces for recreation. Village documents indicate that the petitioner is planning to provide
an outdoor recreational deck with seating, a water feature, landscaping, an outdoor eating area, a dog run and a bocce court. However, the park district opposed the request. Now, it is up to the village council to decide. The petitioner, Drew Mitchell of Holladay Properties, said the park fee is driven by the needs of the building’s residents for parks. “I’m here because we’re really having trouble making this project work,” he told commissioners at the July 19 Downers Grove Village Council meeting. Commissioner Bob Barnett said he thought it was a reasonable request and wanted to find a way to work out a solution. Commissioner William White said he has sympathy for the petitioner, but he didn’t feel this particular case warranted an exception. “I just don’t have the background on how the park district donation
system was calculated,” he said, adding that he worried it might deter development. Mitchell said he hoped the board would consider his request and realize he was not trying to be greedy, but genuinely wanted to begin the project. Commissioner William Waldack also said he had difficulty making an exception. “There’s a private gain from making these types of amenities,” he said, noting that if they were public amenities, perhaps it would be different. Commissioner Dave Olsen said he was sympathetic to the petitioner. In his view, the request creates a unique situation and one Olsen said is without precedent. “I want to do what we can to make this work,” he added. Commissioner Gina Vattimo agreed with Olsen and Barnett, and said the council should give the request greater consideration because it is a special circumstance. The motion appeared on the village council’s July 19 first read agenda.
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Lisle appoints Getz’s replacement on board Christy McGovern will serve out remaining term of former trustee Trustees unanimously approved Christy McGovern’s appointment to the Lisle Village Board during its July 18 meeting. McGovern will serve out the remaining term of former trustee Rob Getz, who the village said resigned due to scheduling conflicts with his job. The term continues through April 2017. “Christy will be a great addition to the board,” Lisle Mayor Joe Broda said. “Her enthusiasm, combined with her positive, collaborative approach, will serve this community well as we move forward.” McGovern teaches Spanish to K-8 students at St. Joseph School in Downers Grove, and she has held various teaching positions across the country, according to the village. She
earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish from Benedictine University. Additionally, McGovern served on the Green Trails Improvement Association Board from 2009 to 2015. “I know that my new role as trustee will be demanding and challenging, but I feel that my service will be extremely rewarding, interesting and exciting,” McGovern said. “I would most like to see our downtown flourish and our residents be proud of their community.” McGovern lives in Lisle with her husband and four sons.
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police briefs
Grember honored for 35 years on police pension board Grember was appointed to the board in 1980 and elected board president in 1981 Westmont resident Craig Grember was recently recognized by the village of Westmont for his 35 years of service on the police pension board. Grember was appointed to the board in 1980 and elected board president in 1981, where he served until his retirement in May 2015.
During Grember’s tenure, the pension fund grew from less than $1 million to its current portfolio of more than $26 million. “The village of Westmont thanks Craig for his many years of service to the community,” said Larry McIntyre, communications director for the village.
The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Downers Grove, Westmont and Woodridge police departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.
Drive, Oswego, was arrested at 1:52 a.m. July 14 at Maple and Lee for contributing to delinquency of a minor and DUI.
Downers Grove Alexis R. James, 18, 7360 Winthrop Way Unit 1, Downers Grove, was arrested at 10:34 a.m. July 13 at the residence for aggravated assault. Rakim A. Z. Rassaam, 22, 1342 S. Finley Road Apt. 1J, Lombard, was arrested at 10:50 p.m. July 12 in the 3100 block of Finley for possession of drug paraphernalia. Angelica L. Finley, 18, 104 Lakeshore
Karen Brandt, 65, 1148 Barberry Court, Downers Grove, was arrested at 10:29 p.m. July 14 at Good Samaritan Hospital for DUI and failure to reduce speed. Ameed A. Ademolu, 33, 724 Warren Ave. Apt. 301, Downers Grove, was arrested at 9:42 p.m. July 14 at the residence for domestic battery. Francisco J. Iniguez, 46, 129 Shelly Lane, Plainfield, was arrested at 3:52 p.m. July 14 in the 2000 block of Ogden for operation of uninsured motor vehicle, driving while license revoked or suspended, and electronic communication device.
Westmont Police Department swears in new sergeant Tim Radtke was promoted to the position of sergeant within the Westmont Police Department during a recent village board meeting. Radtke started with the department in 1998 and has served in a variety of roles, including
Michael Crowder, 31, 305 ½ S. Adams Ave., Freeport, was arrested at 5:11 p.m. July 14 at Williams and Seventh for operation of uninsured motor vehicle, and driving while license revoked or suspended. Shavon Harris, 30, 1615 S. Keeler, Chicago, was arrested at 12:12 a.m. July 15 at Belmont and Curtiss for driving while license suspended or revoked and speeding. Jurguen Joel Gomezvelazquez, 19, 568 Pershing Ave. Apt. F, Glen Ellyn, was arrested at 9:49 p.m. July 17 in the 1300 block of Butterfield for domestic battery. Felicia R. Mullens, 49, 9345 S. Throop, Chicago, was arrested at 5:35 p.m. July 15 at 63rd and Belmont for driving while license revoked or suspended and plate/permit display violation. Juan C. Nuno, 35, 2650 W. 24th St., Chicago, was arrested at 3:22 p.m. July 17 at 75th and Woodward for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of cannabis. David M. Baulos, 23, 7503 Farmingdale Drive Apt. 404, Darien, was arrested at 1:26 a.m. July 16
at Main and Franklin for no driver’s license or permit and driving with only headlamp. Aynanna R. Simmons, 42, 4526 N. Sheridan Road Apt. 406, Chicago, was arrested at 7:08 p.m. July 16 at Ogden and Roslyn for driving while license revoked or suspended. Erica N. Smith, 35, 1645 W. Lemoyne, Chicago, was arrested at 11:04 a.m. July 18 in the 3800 block of Highland for aggravated assault to a peace officer or volunteer. James F. Overs, 66, 7455 W. 63rd Place Apt. 202, Summit Argo, was arrested at 9:12 p.m. July 19 in the 2200 block of Ogden for refusing breath test and operation of uninsured motor vehicle. Patric C. Bellezza, 28, 12 W. 59th St., Westmont, was arrested at 9:22 a.m. July 20 in the 3800 block of Highland for a warrant, battery and criminal damage to property.
Westmont James Tomlin, 36, 502 S. Cass Ave., Westmont, was arrested at 10:55 a.m. July 11 in the 6000 block of South Cass for driving while license suspended.
patrol officer, field training officer, investigator for the Major Crime Task Force of the Felony Investigative Assistance Team and juvenile officer, as well as six years as a detective. Recently, Radtke was featured on a ABC news feature regarding the use of Narcan to reverse the effects of a heroin overdose. He will be assigned to the patrol division and will oversee officer shifts.
Deshawn Moore, 22, 1029 30th Ave., Bellwood, was arrested at 12:45 a.m. July 12 in the 5800 block of South Cass for driving while license suspended. Brenda Long, 35, 3923 N. Lincoln St., Westmont, was arrested at 4:55 p.m. July 14 in the 0-100 block of East Ogden for retail theft.
Woodridge Georgi Anastasov, 72, 8103 Winter Circle, Downers Grove, was arrested at 2:09 p.m. July 17 at Kohl’s, 1001 W. 75th St., for retail theft. Christian Santiago, 26, 160 Grady Drive, Bolingbrook, was arrested July 18 in the 2400 block of Spring for criminal damage to property. Aymen Zekri, 18, 2560 Crabtree Ave., Woodridge, was arrested at 7:12 p.m. July 19 in the 2500 block of Crabtree for disorderly conduct. Patrick Owens, 20, 2005 Apple Lane, Woodridge, was arrested at 11:03 p.m. July 19 in the 2000 block of Apple Lane for possession of cannabis.
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‘The prevalence of hearing loss almost doubles with each age decade of life’ By Trudy Lieberman | Rural Health News Service
Nearly two-thirds of adults over age 70 have hearing loss that doctors consider “clinically meaningful.” I n plain English that means as people age, they are likely to become hard of hearing. Many of those people, however, don’t get the help they need, often because they simply cannot afford it. “The prevalence of hearing loss almost doubles with each age decade of life,” says Dr. Frank Lin, an otolaryngologist at Johns Hopkins University, but for older people, he adds, “there are multiple barriers that prevent individuals from getting their hearing loss addressed.” Lin spoke about the subject to a group of journalists in a recent phone conference sponsored by a Washington, D.C., advocacy group the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare. He is a co-author of a June report issued by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine that recommends better access and support for treating hearing loss. Lin told the group that although hearing loss is a normal part of the aging process, “hearing care is inaccessible” to many seniors. He said studies over the last five years have shown that such loss “can increase the risk of cognitive decline.” Using data from a longitudinal study (one that tracks data from the same people repeatedly over many years or decades) that began in 1958, Lin and his colleagues at Johns Hopkins found that those with hearing loss had a higher probability of developing dementia. The more severe the loss, the more likely the dementia. That isn’t the only problem. Hearing loss is also associated with a greater risk for falls and other accidents because a person can’t hear traffic or a smoke alarm in their home. Furthermore, those with hearing loss
THinKinG abouT HealTH By Trudy Lieberman
“... THOSE WITH HEARING LOSS OFTEN FEEL ISOLATED AND SHUN NORMAL SOCIAL CONTACTS BECAUSE THEY CAN’T HEAR OTHERS SPEAK. “
often feel isolated and shun normal social contacts because they can’t hear others speak. That’s a blow to productive aging, the goal promoted by the late Dr. Robert Butler, a well-known gerontologist who fought against ageism. So why, then, is hearing care so inaccessible? Cost may be the major barrier. Nearly all expenses for hearing care must be paid out-of-pocket, and for many seniors on fixed incomes, that’s sometimes hard to do. Lin told me the average cost of two hearing aids is $4,700 and rarely covered by insurance. Medicare doesn’t cover hearing exams, hearing aids, or exams for fitting hearing aids. It does, however, cover diagnostic hearing and balance exams but only if your doctor orders those tests to see if you need medical treatment. In that case, if a person has traditional Medicare and a Medicare supplement policy, often called a Medigap, he or she has to pay 20 percent of the approved amount for the exam. Some Medicare Advantage plans may include hearings tests as part of the extra benefits they offer. The National Committee and other advocacy groups are campaigning to add a hearing benefit to Medicare’s benefit package. Their campaign is bucking the trend in Washington to cut Medicare benefits
by raising the age of eligibility, making richer seniors pay more, and requiring those with traditional Medigaps to have more skin in the game. Politicians have already begun redesigning Medigap policies to make seniors pay more out of pocket for their care. Beginning in 2020, for example, insurers will not be allowed to sell Medigap policies that cover the deductibles for Medicare Part B that pays for physicians’ services, lab tests and hospital outpatient care. The theory behind this shift is that seniors will pay more and the government less thus helping to save Medicare money. I asked Dan Adcock, the National Committee’s policy director, about the chances of adding benefits to treat hearing loss, or for that matter vision and dental care, when the focus has been on cutting benefits of all kinds. He said one major source of funds to pay for hearing aids could come from lowering the price of what Medicare pays for drugs. The 2003 legislation that gave seniors a drug benefit also prohibited the government from negotiating prices for the drugs it buys. Drug makers strongly oppose such negotiations. Adcock said he remains hopeful. If better hearing means a decrease in dementia, falls and accidents, fewer people would need treatment for those conditions. The savings could potentially “pay” for the hearing aids, he said. For now, though, seniors and their families are on their own. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine offer an Action Guide for Individuals and Families that suggests actions people can take to prevent hearing loss and strategies for families to cope with it when it occurs. It’s available at www. nas.edu/hearing. What experiences have you or a family member had with hearing loss and obtaining treatment? Write to Trudy at trudy.lieberman@gmail.com. The Rural Health News Service is funded by a grant from The Commonwealth Fund and is distributed through the Nebraska Press Assn. Foundation, Colorado Press Assn., South Dakota Newspaper Assn., Hoosier (IN) State Press Assn. Foundation, Illinois Press Foundation, Wyoming Press Assn. and California Newspaper Publishers Assn. Foundation.
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Aries
mArCH 21 tO ApriL 20
Spread your wings and you can be the highest flying social butterfly. In the week ahead you could find that your work may involve more social exchanges than usual. You may perform good deeds behind the scenes.
gemini
m Ay 2 2 t O j u n E 2 1
The right words can seem like music to someone’s ears. This could be a good time to discuss problems or to suggest some ground rules to follow without offending anyone. Use your gift for gab wisely in the week ahead.
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Get out the gardening gloves as there may be milk and honey growing in your own back yard. You might feel temporarily unappreciated, but before the week is over you will find that your loyalty and love bears fruit.
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You might hope to shed light on a situation and find someone close is carrying a torch. A friendship might develop into something more intimate in the week ahead. Network within the community and create new contacts.
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nOVEmbEr 23 tO DECEmbEr 22
Get the facts straight up, without a chaser. In the week to come you may prefer that family members are straightforward and sincere. Be passionate about making your financial future more secure and personal.
AquArius
jAnuAry 21 tO FEbruAry 19
You may connect the dots this week. A financial mystery may be solved by scrutinizing the paperwork. You may be briefly puzzled by someone in close connection until you use your head instead of your heart.
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In the week ahead you may be tempted to take more risks than usual to please someone else. Because others are supportive and enthusiastic you feel more confident and are willing to go the extra mile.
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AuguSt 22 tO SEptEmbEr 23
Snapchat, twitter and pop. You might not be up on the latest social networking media trends or even own a smartphone, but in the week ahead your connecting warmth may earn praise or even admiring glances.
scorpio
OCtObEr 24 tO nOVEmbEr 22
Accept new insights and put them to work. Peace and prosperity is just around the corner if you don’t ignore trustworthy information. The seeds you sow in the week ahead may grow into mighty money trees.
cApricorn
DECEmbEr 23 tO jAnuAry 20
All’s well that ends well. Trying conditions may fall by the wayside due to a vote of confidence from a friend or family member. You may catch sight of an opportunity to increase your net worth in the week ahead.
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FEbruAry 20 tO mArCH 20
Minor friction can create major opportunities in the week to come. Pay attention to sudden inspirations and then act on them. A major decision may be made as you shift your focus and view alternatives.
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golf review
Galena golf course one of the top in the state By scott tAylor SportS eDItor
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For a few years I had wanted to play The General at Eagle Ride Resort and Spa in Galena. It is safe to say I was not disappointed. Just looking out at the first hole from the clubhouse I was excited with what was in store. My favorite courses are ones with great elevation changes and scenery and this no doubt fit the bill. The first hole started with a sharp elevation change, a drop from the tee box to the fairway, allowing the hole to play much shorter than the 378-yard gold tees, which are the three-star ratings out of four. It would be the best hole at many golf courses, but here, it was just one of the better ones. Next was a 528-yard par-5, which played mostly straight but played to a tight fairway all the way to the green. The third hole is a 143-yard downhill par-3 with water to the right and bunkers to the front and left, making it a much harder hole than the scorecard suggests. A short fourth hole at 354 yards is a slight dogleg left, with bunkers guarding a straight shot to the right side of the fairway. That is followed by the hardest hole on the front nine, a 418yard par-4. It is a dogleg left with trees lining the dogleg on the left and a tree that can get in the way
of an approach shot to the right. There is a gully below the tree, meaning balls that hit the tree could be in big trouble. The sixth hole is a dogleg right par-5 at 479 yards, with water guarding the dogleg. Long and brave hitters may be able to cut off the dogleg a bit to make the green reachable in two. A slightly uphill par-3 seventh hole is just 130 yards, but has trouble all around it in long, thick grass. The eighth hole is a 306-yard dogleg right par-4 with a treelined to the right of the dogleg. A safe play out to the left makes the hole much longer, while a gutsy play to the right of the fairway can lead to a short wedge into the green, which is guarded by a stone wall behind the green, adding to the character. The front nine finishes with a 390-yard par-4, which is uphill and plays longer than the distance. It also takes a good hit to get it to the fairway over some unplayable grass and a long approach shot is played to a green covered by a bunker. The back nine starts with a 361-yard par-4, which doglegs right. Both sides of the fairway are lined with trees. No. 11 is a large drop par-3 at 152 yards. It plays much less than that due to the sharp drop from the tee to the green. Next is a 466-yard par-5, which
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the 11th hole at the general is a downhill par-3.
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Schmidt new men’s soccer coach at Benedictine Benedictine University Director of Athletics, Mark McHorney, has announced the hiring of Attila Schmidt as the new head men’s soccer coach. “We are extremely pleased to have Attila Schmidt join our men’s soccer program,” stated McHorney. “Attila comes from a program of established excellence and we believe he will do a great job of continuing to build our men’s soccer program.” Schmidt comes to Benedictine after serving for two seasons as the assistant coach and head recruiting coordinator at Amherst College. During his time at Amherst, not only did Schmidt help guide the team to a New
England Small College Athletic Conference Championship, but he helped Amherst finish with an 18-1-2 overall record that led to a 2015 NCAA DIII Men’s Soccer National Championship. In that same season, the team earned a No. 1 national ranking in goals against average (0.23) and finished the season with a No. 1 National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) national ranking. “This is a dream come true,” stated Schmidt. “I couldn’t be more excited to begin my head coaching career at Benedictine University. I’d like to thank Director of Athletics, Mark McHorney, and the entire search
committee for allowing me the opportunity to lead the men’s soccer program. I’m looking forward to the challenges ahead and hope to build upon the recent success of the program.” Before joining Amherst, Schmidt was an assistant coach at his alma mater, Lake Forest College, for four seasons. While at Lake Forest, Schmidt helped guide the Foresters to an NCAA DIII Men’s Soccer Championship appearance along with two Midwest Conference (MWC) Championships. Schmidt earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Lake Forest in 2008. A four-year letterwinner, he was a three-time All-Conference player. Schmidt takes over a Benedictine program that was 9-10 overall and 6-4 in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference (NACC) last
season. The Eagles have made the conference tournament the past three seasons, including a regular season title in 2013. Benedictine men’s soccer begins the 2016 season on Thursday, September 1 when they host Lake Forest at 7:00 p.m. at the Village of LisleBenedictine University Sports Complex. Schmidt will begin his head coaching duties starting August 1.
FOOTBALL The Benedictine University football program is pleased to announce the hiring of a new assistant coach, Kevin Koch. Koch will be the in-state recruiting coordinator and also coach the tight ends. Koch, who is an Elmhurst native, arrives to Benedictine after two seasons as the safeties coach at NCAA Division II Minnesota
State University Moorehead. In 2015, Koch helped guide the school to its first winning record (6-5) in nine seasons. Koch was also the lead recruiter in the Chicago metro area, successfully recruiting over 70 schools. “We are excited to have Kevin join the Benedictine football program,” said Benedictine head coach Josiah Sears. “Kevin has great experience recruiting in Chicago and will be a great asset to our staff because of his familiarity with the high school programs in this area. He is also a strong leader with passion for teaching leadership skills and the game of football to young men. Kevin will be coaching a talented group of young men at the tight end position and working with various special teams.”
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Miller wins IWO title By Mark Gregory sports reporter
mark@buglenewspapers.com @Hear_The_Beard
Stephanie Miller was near perfect last week as she claimed the title at the 22nd annual Phil Kosin Illinois Women’s Open at Mistwood Golf Club in Romeoville. The University of Illinois senior to be tallied 43 straight bogey free holes before collecting a bogey on No. 17 on the final day, wrapped up her first tournament win since 2013. “I guess I couldn’t be perfect all day,” Miller joked. “But I did get away with a lot. On 13, I hit it way right into the high grass and found it, thankfully. Then popped it out in front of the green and made an up and down and got away with that, so I was happy with the par there. I just tried to play well coming in, but I got a little excited on the par-three, but that’s all right. I was just thinking
about one shot at a time.” The two-time IHSA Class AA champion while at Stevenson fired three rounds of 69 to finish with a 9-under par 207, three shots better than Indiana resident Kelly Grassel, who also ended her tournament with 38 bogey free holes. “This week was a great experience,” Grassel said. “I was pretty consistent. This course has some tricky holes, but it’s not too long and the greens were holding, so it was very scorable this week. I’m definitely happy with the string of no bogeys. I missed a few greens but was able to get up and down, so I was happy about that. “This was an encouraging week for my game. I started making a few improvements and was hitting it a little bit farther, so to see that out on the course was encouraging, however there was
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Downers Grove’s Shannon Menard competed in the Illinois Women’s Open at Mistwood.
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general | from page 7 is reachable in two. However, it is tight and there is plenty of trouble around it to keep it from being easy. That is followed by a 423-yard par-4 that doglegs right and is lined with trees. It is rated the most difficult hole on the course. The best hole on the course, in my opinion, is next. A par4, 341-yard hole that is straight downhill. It is such a deep drop that the green is nearly reachable off the tee. From the tee you can also see some great scenery off in the distance from the course and beyond. It is truly a muchsee hole. The 15th hole is 170 yards that has a bunker in front of it. That is followed by a 380-yard hole that doglegs left and plays uphill to the green. The closing holes feature a tight, 361-yard hole and a 500yard par-5 with split fairways to land your second shot. Perhaps the most surprising part of the course were the slow greens.Typically at a course like this the greens are lightning quick, but this wasn’t the case. However, there were many slopes on both the greens and fairways that made things difficult, helping to contribute to a 136 slope from the gold tees. Prime weekday fees are $135, so you will want to be sure to let the views sink in. In the evenings the rates can get down to $60, which is too good to pass up. We played in the late afternoon and only saw one group the entire time. When the sun came out on the back nine the course felt as peaceful and beautiful as any course I have ever played. There was even a hot air ballon which flew over us on the 18th hole as the sun was beginning to
iwo | from page 9 a time when I was hitting further than I usually did and I wasn’t sure which club to play.” Miller also battled with her playing partner, Brooke Ferrell, who was tied for the lead after both the first and second round. Ferrell was only one shot
eagles | from page 8 Before his time at MSUM, Koch coached at Robert Morris University (Illinois) where he earned his Master’s Degree in
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The 14th hole is a straight downhill par-4 with an incredible backdrop of the area. set, adding to the aura. This course is a must play for all levels of golf fans. It isn’t
quite as hard as anticipated, so even the novice can come out and enjoy his or her round. It is
definitely worth full price to take a yearly trip out there. I imagine fall rates would be cheaper and
I can only imagine how great it would be to play the course in the fall.
behind Miller heading into the stretch run, but a nine on No. 15 dashed her hopes of winning this year after finishing second last year. “Brooke was a great partner and is so nice, and her game is awesome,” Miller said. “She hit some great shots, and at the
beginning, we were neck and neck. She would make birdie and I’d make birdie, and we had one on hole five where she stuck it to six inches and I stuck it to 2 1/2 feet, and we were like, ‘We’re here to play.’ Playing with a good partner is good for your game since you take your game to the
next level and hit some good shots.” Miller hit some of her best shots during the three hole stretch from holes five to seven where she strung together three straight birdies. The top low professional score was former University of Illinois
golfer Ember Schuldt, who carded a 71 on the final day and finished in fifth place with a twounder par 214. The lone Voyager Media area athlete to make the cut was Bolingbrook resident Jessica Yuen, who finished tied for 23rd with a 230.
Sports Management. Under his tutelage, the team owned an 8-3 overall record in the program’s second season where he served as a graduate assistant. Koch
coached the running backs, which included two All-Americans, offensive line and tight ends. Koch received a Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) from
Minnesota State Moorehead in 2012. In his two seasons as the starting quarterback, he was named team captain, earned All-Conference honors and was
placed on the Dean’s List. Koch also played for two seasons at College of DuPage.
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JULY 27
Wednesday Morning Movie Series: “Space Jam.” 9 a.m. at the Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave. Downers Grove. All films are rated G or PG. General admission is $1 per person. For more information, visit www.classiccinemas.com. Woodridge Library Chess Club. 10 a.m. to noon at Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Drive. Adult and teen chess players—of all skill levels—are welcome to meet and play friendly games of chess. No registration. Summer Concert Series. 7 p.m. at Janes Avenue Park, 7927 Janes Ave., Woodridge. Bring your chairs and blankets to a neighborhood park on Wednesday evenings this summer for a concert in the park. Final Groove will be playing Motown. Concert in the Park: Flat Cats. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, 55 E. Richmond St., Westmont. Bring your picnic baskets, lawn chairs, blankets and dance moves to the park and enjoy an evening of outdoor entertainment. Woodridge Blood Drive. 1 to 5 p.m. at Woodridge Village Hall, 5 Plaza Drive. To make an appointment, contact Tina Nakutis via email or 630-719-4717. Donations help support Veteran’s hospitals that serve those in our community. A photo ID is required to donate.
JULY 28
Cruise Nights. Fire Engines & Military Superhero Night All Cars Welcome. Band: MOJO BLUE. Downtown Westmont. The event features live music, radio station promotions, business and restaurant specials, and more. All cars are invited to come out each week, but there will be weekly car theme awards and raffles.
Uniquely Thursdays: Denny Diamond. 6:30 p.m. at Burlington Park, located between Garfield and Washington, just off Chicago Avenue, in Hinsdale. For more information, visit www.hinsdalechamber.com.
JULY 29
Summer Nights Classic Car Show. 6-9 p.m. in downtown Downers Grove. All classic cars are welcome on Main Street from Maple to Franklin; Featured Cars park on Curtiss Street. Featured Vehicle (must be pre-1985): Convertibles. Live Entertainment: Johnny Alletto Band. For a full schedule of the classic car show, visit www. downtowndg.org.
JULY 30
Kerbel Space Program. 12 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss. Play Kerbal Space Program, a popular space simulator game, and learn about the science behind NASA by launching little green men into space. Register at www.dglibrary.org/events. Harry Potter Party Release PartyEvent.10 p.m. at Anderson’s Bookshop, 5112 Main St., Downers Grove. Join the celebration for the release of the 8th story in the series: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Purchase a ticket for all the fun. It entitles you to a number in the line at midnight to receive your new book. Each ticket will be coded to represent one of the four Hogwarts Houses and will admit the bearer to special House Cup activities.
JULY 31
125th Anniversary: American Beauty. 2 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Travel through more than a century of magazine ads, patent illustrations, and artifacts to learn the fascinating stories behind such feminine enhancements as the pushup bra, the rubber girdle, chip-proof nail polish, dusky mascara, and kissproof lipstick. Presented by actress and historian Leslie Goddard.
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DOWNERS GROVE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (ΓÇ£FANNIE MAEΓÇ¥), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, PLAINTIFF vs. DIANE MOWEN; THIRD FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION OF CLEVELAND; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS 16 CH 657 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, DIANE MOWEN; and UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of the 18th Judicial Circuit, DuPage County, Illinois by the plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows to wit: LOT 4 IN BLOCK 23 IN DOWNERS GROVE GARDENS, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10 AND SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, ALL EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 7, 1924 AS DOCUMENT 177390, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 6116 Pershing Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60516 P.I.N.: 08-13-418-028 and which said mortgage was signed by DIANE MOWEN, mortgagor, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Indymac Bank, F.S.B., as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DuPage County as Document No. R2008-042352; and for such other relief prayed; that summons was duly issued out of the Circuit Court of DuPage County against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending. NOW THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU, the said above defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of this Court in DuPage County at 505 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 on or before the August 12, 2016, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. Circuit Clerk Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Email: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg. com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 16 3509 DuPage County No.: 182011 I698246 Published 7/13, 7/20, 7/27
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