Joliet 10-14-15

OCTOBER 14, 2015 VOL. 8 ISSUE 6

Lockport boys, girls golfers just miss state advancement

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NEWS Pace Budget

Pace budget hearings scheduled see page 2

NEWS Prairie Bluff

Land critical to survival of several endangered species

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BUSINESS Group Director

PeopleFirst CEO re-elected to bankers association see page 4

FORUM Come To Order

Consider and keep only what you need

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SPORTS Soccer Roundup

Storied rivalry ends, playoffs begin

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see the full story on page 5

Featured Sports

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transportation

Pace proposes fare increase for cash customers Public hearings on 2016 budget scheduled By bugle staff sweditor@buglenewspapers.com @JolietILNews

Pace customers who pay with cash may see a 25 cent fare increase in 2016.

The increase is one of the major proposals included in the suburban bus service’s 2016 budget, which Pace said will be unveiled at a number of scheduled public hearings in late October.

Hearings will be held in 13 locations throughout Pace’s sixcounty service area, according to

a news release from the agency. A public hearing on the agency’s Will County budget is scheduled for Oct. 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Joliet Public Library, 150 N. Ottawa St. Additionally, four hearings will be held in Chicago, four in suburban Cook County and one each in DuPage, Kane, Lake and McHenry counties.

According to Pace, the proposed budget is balanced and includes $7.6 million of new service, including $6.6 million for a full year of service implemented late this year and an additional $1 million of new service set to begin in 2016.

Pace said 25 cent increase to cash fares would not affect customers who use Ventra and bring the bus service in line with similar fare

structures at the Chicago Transit Authority and the Illinois Tollway.

The move would also help encourage more customers to use Ventra and lower the costs associated with collecting and handling cash, Pace added.

Although Pace said its Regional ADA Paratransit Budget is also balanced and maintains current service levels and fares, the uncertain status of an $8.5 million state grant could lead to a fare increase for paratransit customers.

“We are excited about the expansion of services contained in the budget and what that means for the mobility of our customers, especially as the economy improves and demand increases for work-related travel,” Board Chairman Richard Kwasneski said. “We encourage people to participate in the public hearing process, as it’s an opportunity to learn more about how we’re funded, our operations, and our plans for the future.”

The public hearing schedule is posted at PaceBus.com, along with instructions on submitting comments about the budget via e-mail and post.

The budget document will be available for download at Pacebus. com once it is approved by the Pace Board of Directors at its Oct. 14 meeting.

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county news

Forest preserve celebrates Prairie Bluff land transfer IDNR transfers land critical to survival of several endangered species Officials gathered Oct. 1 at the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s Prairie Bluff Preserve in Crest Hill to celebrate legislation that will protect 558 acres of environmentally significant land for generations to come.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is transferring 476 acres to the Forest Preserve District of Will County and 82 acres to the Lockport Township Park District for $1. Both parcels are located between Renwick Road and Division Street, west of Route 53. While the transfer price is low, the acreage is priceless because of the role it plays in recharging the aquifer and supplying groundwater that supports several endangered species.

“Because of the efforts of the forest preserve, the park district, the Department of Natural Resources and our state legislators, we are meeting the needs of open space conservation and the protection of natural resources while at the same time transforming farmland into a recreational hub that enriches the quality of life for area residents,” Forest Preserve Board President Suzanne Hart said in a news release.

Additionally, the forest preserve presented partner awards to the individuals who helped make the transfer a reality. Among those recognized were IDNR Director Wayne Rosenthal; Col. Christopher Drew, Chicago district commander for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers;

“Because of the efforts of the forest preserve, the park district, the Department of Natural Resources and our state legislators, we are meeting the needs of open space conservation and the protection of natural resources...”

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President Suzanne Hart

Louise Clemency, Chicago field office supervisor for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Randy Heidorn, director of the Illinois Nature Preserves Commission; and Joe Roth, director of restoration programs for Openlands. State reps.

Emily McAsey, Larry Walsh Jr. and Natalie Manley; former state Rep. Brent Hassert; and state Sen. Pat McGuire also received awards.

Efforts to convert Stateville Correctional Center farmland into open space began 20 years ago when Hassert helped the Lockport Township Park District search for land for a public golf course. That initiative led to the creation of the park district’s Prairie Bluff Golf Course and Brent Hassert Park.

While the golf course and Hassert Park are owned by the park district, Prairie Bluff and the 82-acre future park site along Division Street were both being leased from IDNR for 20 years, beginning in 2007.

But, legislation signed into

law July 23 by Gov. Bruce Rauner paved the way for the preserve and future parkland to be protected in perpetuity by transferring them to the Forest Preserve District of WIll County and the Lockport Township Park District.

Prairie Bluff’s role in providing water to Lockport Prairie was highlighted during the celebration, which was held at Prairie Bluff’s picnic shelter. Rain that falls on Prairie Bluff seeps into the soil, hits limestone bedrock and flows east toward Lockport Prairie, where it feeds that preserve’s rare dolomite prairie.

“More than half of the high quality wet dolomite prairie in the world is located at Lockport Prairie,” said Forest Preserve Board Commissioner Lauren Staley-Ferry, who represents the district that includes Prairie Bluff. “The site supports the federally endangered Hine’s emerald dragonfly and leafy prairie clover, the federally threatened lakeside daisy, and nine other state listed species.”

Clemency said Lockport Prairie is a nationally important resource because it is home to the world’s most genetically diverse population of Hine’s emerald dragonflies.

To date, the forest preserve district has spent more than $2 million on hydrology improvements, natural community restoration and recreational enhancements at Prairie Bluff and those efforts will continue. The preserve’s recreational component includes a 3.2-mile paved trail and a picnic shelter. The park district’s Hassert Park features softball, soccer and lacrosse fields, a splash park, and an accessible playground. The land transfer will expand Hassert Park south to Division Street.

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Business

Local bank president re-elected as group director PeopleFirst CEO named director of statewide bankers association David T. Stanton, president, CEO and vice chairman of PeopleFirst Bank in Joliet, was re-elected as group director of the Community Bankers Association of Illinois at the association’s annual convention held in Nashville.

As a group director, he serves on the CBAI board of directors, as well as its strategic planning and special events committees.

Stanton received a bachelor’s degree in finance from DePaul University in Chicago. In his capacity as president and CEO of PeopleFirst, he is responsible for its strategic direction and growth initiatives. His banking career spans over 30 years, primarily in community banks.

Prior to joining PeopleFirst bank, he served as executive vice president and chief lending officer at Oak Lawn Bank. Stanton began

his career s a lender with Devon Bank in Chicago.

In the Late 1980s, he moved to Beverly Bank, quickly elevating through the ranks to chief lending officer. He later became president of First National Bank of Wilmington and later, president of Beverly Bank Oak Lawn.

In 2001, after the sale of the Beverly Banks, he accepted a position with Oak Lawn Bank as executive vice president, chief lending officer, director and board secretary.

According to a press release from CBAI, Stanton was instrumental in forming Oak Lawn Bank, which was eventually sold to First Banks, Inc. Stanton is also chairman of his church’s finance council and is a member of the Knights of Columbus.

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cover story

aaRp event answers questions prior to medicare open-enrollment period Medicare open enrollment runs Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.

By andrea earnest

More Info MEDICARE 101 part a helps cover inpatient hospital care, and also includes hospice and home healthcare and some skilled nursing facility care.

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Medicare open enrollment begins this week, and individuals who are new to the federal health insurance program have likely spent the last several weeks doing their research.

To help ease concerns and answer questions, state Sen. Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, D-Shorewood, and AARP Illinois recently partnered to give area residents an overview of the Medicare program and its coverage options during a Medicare 101 event at Troy Township Community Center in Shorewood.

Attendees to the Oct. 6 event were able to find out more about Medicare and ask questions about the federal health insurance program, which is available to people over the age of 65 and younger individuals with certain disabilities or endstage renal disease. Medicare open enrollment runs Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. During this time, eligible people can browse Medicare’s new benefits, make changes to their coverage or enroll in a plan.

Courtney Hedderman, associate state director for AARP Illinois, gave an overview of the Medicare program, which she said can seem scary to people who aren’t familiar with its benefits. Once you get it down, however, she said it’s a great program.

Hedderman explained that Medicare does not cover everything, including monthly premiums, deductibles, coinsurance or copayments, but added that its main coverage options do cover a significant amount of healthcare costs.

Medicare offers several coverage plans, which include Part A (hospital insurance), Part B (medical insurance) and Part D (prescription drug coverage).

Part A helps cover inpatient hospital care, and also includes hospice and home healthcare and

part B covers medical care, including a portion of doctor visits, outpatient hospital services, certain home health services and Medicare-approved preventive services.

some skilled nursing facility care.

“Hospice is something that Medicare does cover completely,” Hedderman said.

Hedderman explained that the monthly premium for Part A, saying that if someone has worked more than 40 quarters of work, their monthly premium is free.

“For someone who has a work history, Part A is free, they’re paying no premiums at all,” she said, adding that someone with little work history could pay up to $400 a month for Part A coverage.

Part B covers medical care, including a portion of doctor visits, outpatient hospital services, certain home health services and Medicareapproved preventive services. For Part B, there is a standard premium of $104.90 per month. For those individuals who earn more than $85,000 and couples who earn more than $170,000, the monthly premium will be higher than the standard premium.

Medicare’s prescription drug coverage, or Part D, offers different tiers of coverage, each with its own list of covered brand-name and generic prescription drugs. The plan places drugs into tiers, and each tier has a different cost.

Hedderman explained that tier one is brand-name drugs, and tier four is generic drugs. She said people enrolled in Part D pay monthly premiums and co-pays range from $5 to $35.

“The more money you make, unfortunately, is going to cost you in the sense of the premium,” Hedderman added.

One resident in attendance

asked if Medicare would let you know when you’re getting close to the “doughnut hole,” a term used to describe a gap in coverage that comes with basic Part D plans.

When the cap is reached, the beneficiary must pay out of pocket for prescriptions.

Hedderman said Medicare would notify the policyholder, and added that prescription saving programs through pharmacies could help cover these gaps.

Another person in the audience asked Hedderman if it was necessary to enroll in Part D if they don’t take any prescription drugs.

She said that many people do not originally enroll in a drug plan but add it to their coverage when they needed medication. This, she said, is a mistake.

“There is a penalty when someone doesn’t enroll when they’re eligible,” Hedderman said.

And that penalty is not only assessed the year the person enrolls, but for the remainder of their life.

“When you’re eligible, you must sign up,” Hedderman added. “Whether you take a lot of prescription drugs or not.”

Additionally, U.S. News and World Report reports that 65-yearolds must enroll in Medicare to avoid a penalty, even if they delay Social Security. The article states that failing to enroll in Medicare during the initial enrollment period will result in a 10 percent increase in Part B premiums for every year you delay enrolling.

The organizers of the event also handed out brochures warning against healthcare scams. According to the document, law enforcement has already spotted scammers claiming they were with the government who are going doorto-door and selling fake insurance plans. Telemarketers also could seek personal information to send a “national health insurance card.”

The document states that these pitches are scams and are designed to trick people into losing money or to steal their identity.

Individuals can report scams and frauds through several sources, including the Federal Trade Commission at www.ftc.gov/ complaint.

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www.crimestoppersofwillcounty.org • 800.323.6734 Wednesday, October 14, 2015 | bug lenewspapers.com The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Joliet and Shorewood police departments.

Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

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Joshua D. Vasquez, 21, 1703 Nicholson, Crest Hill, was arrested at 3:03 p.m. Oct. 1 at Black Road and Sharp Drive for no valid driver’s license, no insurance and driving too fast for conditions.

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Jesus W. Quintero, 39, 117 Aiken Ave., Joliet, was arrested at 1:59 a.m. Oct. 2 at Grove and Jefferson streets for driving under the influence, no insurance, improper lane usage, improper turn, failure to signal and driving without lights.

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Morrisa Scott, 21, 1221 Cambria Drive, Joliet, was arrested at 8:41 p.m. Oct. 3 at Airport Drive and Jefferson Street for possession of cannabis and illegal transportation of alcohol.

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Joseph F. Branigan Jr., 26, 16515 S. Edgewood Drive, Plainfield, was arrested at 4:23 a.m. Oct. 4 in the 1100 block of Windsor Drive for resisting or obstructing a peace officer.

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Anthony J. Terry, 21, 13908 S. Meadow Lane, Plainfield, was arrested at 7:14 p.m. Oct. 4 in the 18000 block of Palimino Drive for possession of cannabis, possession of drug equipment, unlawful use of intoxicating compounds and unlawful use of driver’s license.

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Joliet Jackie R. Cambron, 53, 4 Irving, was arrested at 1:33 p.m. Oct. 2 at Ruby and Fetz for burglary.

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Jennena L. Ray, 44, 4 Irving, was arrested at 1:33 p.m.

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Zachary Pierce, 25, 414 Oneida, was arrested at 12:56 p.m. Oct. 2 in the 2200 block of Route 59 for possession of controlled substance.

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Ronald Padlo, 23, 911 Morgan, was arrested at 7:02 p.m. Oct. 2 in the 3300 block of Mall Loop Drive for retail theft, possession of controlled substance and possession of drug equipment.

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Anthony Azzarello, 20, 219 N. Briggs, Joliet, was arrested at 9:13 p.m. Oct. 2 in the 2900 block of West Jefferson for possession of

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Joseph R. Love, 43, 906 N. Prairie, Joliet, was arrested at 10:48 p.m. Oct. 2 at the residence for aggravated battery and domestic battery.

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Jameson Jagielski, 35, 405 Bellarmine W, Joliet, was arrested at 2:59 a.m. Oct. 2 at the residence for domestic battery.

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Teresa Rojas, 41, 2212 Francine Ave., was arrested at 1:42 a.m. Oct. 2 at the residence for domestic battery.

Brian J. Amelse, 18, 23702 S. Vetter Road, Elwood, was arrested at 5:15 a.m. Oct. 3 in the 1000 block of Railroad for possession of a controlled substance.

Brian Gardeakos, 42, 1805 Beach, Plainfield, was arrested at 2:38 a.m. Oct. 2 at the residence for domestic battery.

Kandace L. Morales, 28, 617 was arrested at 6:25 a.m. Oct. 3 at the residence for possession of drug equipment.

Arieonna Merrell, 21, 911 Davison, was arrested at 10:37 p.m. Oct. 2 in the 300 block of Water for possession of cannabis.

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Jeffrey L. White, 56, 5317 Plainfield, was arrested at 4:02 p.m. Oct. 3 at the residence for aggravated driving under the influence, resisting or obstructing a peace officer, and aggravated battery to a peace officer.

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Chelsee R. Stevenson, 23849 W. McMullin Circle, Plainfield, was arrested at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 3 at Jefferson and Prairie for possession of cannabis, less than 30 grams.

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Consider how much you need

Jumbled sheets, mountains of pillows and I suggest having a maximum towels tumbling out when of two sets of regular sheets per you open the door – does bed, plus two sets of flannel this sound like your linen sheets per bed (if you use closet? Your linen closet flannel). This will allow for one has great potential to be a set to be in the laundry at any highly functional storage given time. You should only need come to order area. However, it’s easy for with sue becker one set of sheets per guest bed things to disappear in it if unless your guests tend to stay you don’t keep it organized. longer than a week. Determine You can tame your disorganized chaos which blankets you’ll use throughout with these simple steps: the winter, keep an extra one in case Keep only what you use a houseguest needs it, and get the rest out of the closet. Allowing for laundry, Are you still storing sheets from keep no more than two sets of towels when your now-grown kids were per person and two for guests. toddlers? Have you given up satin Organize what’s left sheets for flannel? Have you changed your bathrooms’ color schemes? Make Fold sheets neatly so that they stack sure the sheets and towels you’re without toppling over. To keep sheet storing are actually the ones you’re sets together, put the sheets into currently using. Consider donating the matching pillowcase, or put the linens that you no longer use but are fitted sheet and pillowcase inside the in good condition (domestic violence flat sheet. Store sheets by size or by and homeless shelters are often bedroom, with the folded sides facing looking for such items). If they’re not out, so you can see each set. You can

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in good condition, you may be able to donate them to your local animal shelter.

Fiction Book Group. 7-8:30 p.m. at the Shorewood-Troy Library, 650 Deerwood Drive, Shorewood. Ages 18+.

Join library staff to discuss this month’s book pick. Enjoy tasty treats while discussing what you liked (and didn’t like) about this month’s book pick.

Homebuyer’s Workshop. 6:30 to 8 p.m. at White Oak Library Crest Hill Branch at 20670 Len Kubinski Drive, Crest Hill. In this workshop, Standard Bank and Trust Company will provide information to first time home buyers. Topics will include credit score information, new programs with low down payments, and how to access up to $26,000 in free down payment assistance. For more information or to register, call 815-552-4280 or visit www. whiteoaklibrary.org.

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Pinterest Craft Night. 6-8:30 p.m. at the Shorewood-Troy Library, 650 Deerwood Drive, Shorewood. Ages 18+. Stop by for our monthly program for adults and learn how to make a cute Pinterest craft. A supply list will be made

available at the beginning of the month for each project.

Paranormal 101 with TnT. 7 to 8 p.m. in Meeting Room A/B, at White Oak Library Crest Hill Branch, 20670 Len Kubinski Drive, Crest Hill.

Join to discuss methods used to find answers and investigate alleged cases of paranormal or unexplained activity.

The discussion will include methods for gathering data during an investigation, how the data is reviewed to determine if any paranormal data was captured, or if these experiences are natural/ environmental, man-made, or indeed, paranormal. Register online, in person or by phone. For more information about this or other programs, contact Amy Byrne at the Crest Hill Branch at 815552-4278 or abyrne@whiteoaklibrary. org, or visit www.whiteoaklibrary.org.

On the Road with Illinois Storm Chasers. 6:30 p.m. at Joliet Area Historical Museum. Free for museum members, $6 for general public. For more information, contact the Joliet Area Historical Museum at 815-723-5201 or visit www.jolietmuseum.org.

do the same for your sets of towels.

Another option for the towels is to roll and stack large bath towels so you can easily remove a single towel without toppling an entire stack.

Consider alternate storage space If your linen closet won’t hold all of your sheets and towels, or if you don’t have a linen closet, consider other suitable spaces. Maybe you can store each bedroom’s linens in a box under the bed or on a shelf in the bedroom closet. Maybe there is extra space in an armoire or dresser. You may be able to store bath towels in a basket on the bathroom floor. You can store beach towels in your beach bag. Table linens can be stored in a drawer or cabinet in the dining room or kitchen, or hung in a closet. By organizing your linen closet, you will not only be able to find things easily, but you may even free up space to store other items, like spare toiletries, light bulbs, batteries, cleaning supplies, first aid items, medicines, shoe polish, etc.

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 630-724-1111.

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Petite Picassos. 4-5 p.m. at the Shorewood-Troy Library, 650 Deerwood Drive, Shorewood. Ages 6-10. Do you love making artistic masterpieces? Then, the Petite Picassos are for you! You’ll work on several creative pieces in each class.

Registration required for each session.

For more information or to register, visit www.shorewood.lib.il.us.

Annual Fall Bingo Event. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Prairie Bluff Golf Club, 19433 Renwick Road, Crest Hill. Event for ages 18 years and older. Enjoy Bingo, refreshments, 50/50 split and door prizes. Pay at the door. Fee: $7 per person. For more info visit www. lockportpark.org or call 815-838-3621, ext. 0.

After Hours Game Night. 4:45 p.m.– 7 p.m., in Meeting Room A/B, at White Oak Library Crest Hill Branch, 20670 Len Kubinski Drive, Crest Hill. Get your game on at the Crest Hill Branch with an after-hours lock in just for teens!

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Work like a dog and you’ll get all the best bones. This week put the pedal to the metal whenever you see an opportunity to get ahead. Close relationships may undergo some alterations.

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NovEMbER 23 To dEcEMbER 22

You may have several deadlines to meet or criticism to deal with on the job or at home. By the end of the week you should be able to nibble away on the fruit of your labors.

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JANUARY 21 To fEbRUARY 19

The unpredictability of other people may make you respond in kind. In the week ahead you might not know whether you will earn praise or punishment for independent thinking.

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Sports, athletic events or games might satisfy a desire for healthy competition. As this week unfolds you might be carried away by creative ideas or become involved with children.

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Acting as the middleman makes your mojo apparent.

You can develop a talent for bringing people together this week. Treat others like family and foster positive group dynamics.

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Go ahead and grab the reins or put some irons in the fire. No one will view your take charge attitude as aggression. Your creativity and diligence will be rewarded in the week to come.

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Real wealth lies in knowing your priorities. Spend more time investing in people than in things in the week ahead. You will find that planning ahead is a valuable asset.

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dEcEMbER 23 To JANUARY 20

It’s not beliefs, but behavior, that makes you seem like a genuinely good person. You might be at your best when charging forward with a plan or studying a new subject.

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You might become a victim of your own success. In the week ahead your foresight allows you to enjoy the fruits of your labors, but others might resent your good luck and prosperity.

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golf roundup

Near Misses

Lockport boys, girls golfers just miss state advancement

By Mark Gregory and Scott Taylor mark@buglenewspapers.com @Hear_The_Beard

Lockport junior John Parker missed state by two shots last season.

This year, the junior was five shots off advancement, as he carded a team-best 80 at the St. Charles East Sectional at St. Andrews GC in West Chicago.

“My round was very up and down today,” Parker said. “I had one hole that I four-putted and I tripled. So, my round wasn’t the greatest. I could have shot 74. I hit 15 greens and only had one birdie. It is hard when you don’t convert opportunities like that.”

While he was hoping to advance to the state finals this season, Parker knows he still has one more season left to achieve his goal.

“It was another great learning experience and it will help me going into my final season next year and I hope I can get it then,” Parker said.

Following Parker were Trevor Gorz and Massimo Onesto, each

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with an 84, Andrew Crowe with an 85, Reid Rimsnider with an 89 and Alex Middleton with a 95.

Parker was happy to experience the sectional with his teammates as opposed to being an individual.

“It really helped coming as a team,” he said. “Last night we got to stay in a hotel and we got to focus everything around the team and not around one individual, so it was a great final tournament. It just built us stronger. It was more relaxing.”

In the regional, Rimsnider paced the Porters with a 75.

Gorz carded a 76, while Onesto (78), Parker (80), Crowe (83) and Middleton (83) also helped Lockport.

In the Normal Regional at Ironwood Golf Course, Minooka placed third with a 309.

Johnson led the way with a 74, tied for seventh place. Anfield and Brodzinski both tied for 11th with a 77, while Romac shot an 81 (23rd), Klover an 83 (27th) and Bugajski a 91 (T-39th).

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Massimo Onesto and the Porters advanced to sectional as a team.

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Central finds positives in loss to Bolingbrook By tory dean sports reporter

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It was another tough outing for the Steelmen, as they fell 68-6 to Bolingbrook.

Joliet Central couldn’t get anything going on offense. Early and often the Steelman would go three and out and the only offensive score for Joliet came from Malek Harden just before halftime making the score 55-6 at the half.

“There are moments of positives watching individuals play, as a team there’s not a whole lot to take out of it,” said Central coach Brett Boyter “We just have to come back to work, put our hard hat on, fix some mistakes, and get ready to play next week” Bolingbrook rebounded from a difficult stretch and had a great

night on both sides of the ball.

On offense, the run game seemed to have worked best as the Raiders scored six rushing touchdowns in the first half.

Jaylen Griffin scored the first points of the night on a 7-yard touchdown rush, his first of two on the evening.

The Raiders would have four different running back score in the first half.

“Our first possession was disappointing, but we came back and put up the points we needed too,” Griffin said.

Bolingbrook used two quarterbacks throughout the game. Joseph Coates would start the game and make some great plays including a fourth down conversion and a couple of quarterback rushes, however Michael Freeze would come into the game and throw for

two touchdowns. One of the touchdowns came from a seam route caught by Dangelo Colon.

The second touchdown reception came from a receiver screen caught by Kendall Smith.

“I didn’t want to get ran down, so I cut in first and then went outside,” said Smith about his reception.

The running back committee of Jazontae Howard, Jeremiah Lebron, and Lucas Warren all contributed to the ground game as Howard and Warren would find the end zone once, while Lebron would score twice.

In addition to a touchdown rush Warren would also recover a fumble on defense. The defense as a whole played well even without senior linebacker TJ Lee who sat out with a lingering hamstring injury.

At the half the Raiders would have one sack, a fumble recovery, and a pick with six points allowed.

“Our D-line opened up holes; they worked hard all week and studied film. Our DBs are covering well, there’s not much to worry about,” said Warren about his defense.

Raiders’ coach John Ivlow knew the importance of the win.

“It’s a much needed win,” he said. “You don’t want to wait till the last game of the season to make the playoffs” It was Bolingbrook’s fourth win of the season, needing one more to be playoff eligible.

Bolingbrook (4-3) will face Lockport (2-5) next week in hopes of getting their fifth win of the season • JCA took an early 31-0 lead over Nazareth and held on for a 38-35 win to remain undefeated on the season.

While the area’s leading rusher, Michael Johnson, was held to 105 yards on 30 carries, it was Ke’Von Johnson who ran 17 times for 205 and four scores.

• Minooka lost the Ridge Road Rivalry 34-27 to Plainfield South.

• Lockport defeated Stagg 4926.

• Joliet West fell to Sandburg 3514.

VOLLEYBALL Lockport (6-15, 2-1) def. Joliet Central 25-18, 25-22 in a SWSC Conference match at Lockport.

Lockport was led by JoDee Kovanda (6 kills, 6 Assists, 7 Digs) and Emily Dlugosz (5 Kills).

• Minooka defeated Plainfield East 25-22, 25-20.

Ginger Perinar paced the Indians with 15 kills, while Emily Hise added seven.

Brooklyn Bachmann posted 29 assists.

“We were missing starter Alli Papesh with the flu,” said coach Carrie Prosek. “We had several people step it up and play different positions and saw great leadership from all four seniors tonight. Total team effort from all.”

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Storied rivalry ends, playoffs begin

photo by Mark Gregory

Lockport and Joliet Central head into playoffs.

By Mark Gregory sports reporter

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For a long time, one of the best local rivalries took place between two of the older programs in the Joliet area – Joliet Central and Lockport.

That rivalry took somewhat of a break when the Joliet schools merged and was resurrected when then split, but now, as each sport ends conference season, the rivalry is in risk of dying again.

That is because Joliet Central will travel with Joliet West to the Southwest Prairie Conference next season, leaving Lockport and the SouthWest Suburban Blue.

When the rivals got together for the final SWSC time last week, it was a competitive, 2-1 Porter win. It is the type of match Lockport Coach

Chris Beal has come to expect.

“We have always had good games against them the last few years,” Beal said. “They play soccer the right way, they get the ball on the ground, they pass, they move and they have good skill level, so I like to play against them. They are not just a team that likes to kick the ball and chase. It has always been a very competitive game and it is a shame to lose it.”

Joliet Central coach Edwardo Contrares hopes they don’t lose the match, but has a plan if it does.

“I hope it doesn’t end, we hope to get them nonconference,” he said.

“I know people like seeing Joliet Central and Lockport and even Joliet West and Lockport, but if not, we have to create new rivalries.”

One potential new conference rival, Minooka, will be Central’s opponent when it opens the

playoffs Friday. The No. 8 seed Steelmen play the No. 7 Indians at Minooka at 4:30 p.m. as part of the Joliet West Regional.

“They will be at home so they will be extra motivated,” Contrares said. “I know their coach and I know they will play hard. At this point, we just have to worry about ourselves because when we take care of things we are very difficult to beat.

“The story of our season is we have always been right there knocking on the door, we just can’t finish. We have some injuries, but who cares? We have to play with who we have and we are still there.

We haven’t been blown out in one game. We just have to execute.”

Lockport, the No. 5 seed in the Sandburg Sectional, will head open its playoff run with an Oct. 20 match as well, playing No. 11 Oak Lawn at 7 p.m. in the Stagg Sectional.

“We don’t know too much about them,” Beal said. “We know they are an organized team. We get to the first round of the playoffs and we have been seeded No. 1 the last few years, this year we are in the top five. We can’t take any team lightly.

We are in a very open sectional.

There are probably 10 or 15 teams that can win this sectional. We will go in with our eyes wide open, I hope we are ready and prepared.”

Like Contrares, Beal said the Porters must fix their mistakes in order to make a run.

“We have to be more consistent,” Beal said. “That has been our problem all season. We have to stop giving away stupid, individual mistakes. When we get the ball, we have to get in behind more and be more productive and we have to score goals more. We create chances, the key will be finding the back of the net.”

Joliet West will open play as the No. 5 seed and face No. 4 East Moline United at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20.

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Wedn esday, October 14, 2015 | bug lenewspapers.com misses | from page 9 Joliet placed fifth in the Homewood-Flossmoor Regional, shooting a team score of 328.

Boykin advanced with a 74, while Alexander carded an 84 to reach the sectional level.

In Class 2A, JCA advanced to the sectional as a team, led by sophomore Jack Pluth who was the meadlist with a 72.

Kyle Behymer was second with an 81, followed by Bendon Wills (83), Anthony Costa (87), Tim Byczek (90), Wally Osterberger (98).

The team carded a 323.

•It was a windy Monday afternoon at the Neuqua Valley Sectional at Naperbrook Golf Club in Naperville.

Lockport performed well at the meet, but came up short in its quest for state with a 336.

Downers North was the third

team that qualified for state with a 321.

Individually, senior Mel Loeffler came up one shot short of making it to a playoff to advance to state after firing a 78.

“It was very windy,” Loeffler said. “It was a tough round, but we finished strong. The wind picked up throughout the round, but it was even worse after I was done. I feel bad for those who were still on the course. It was tough.”

Overall, she was happy with the way she played, despite coming up short.

“I’m happy. I played pretty well,” Loeffler said. “My long game was pretty good, but I struggled putting and couldn’t read the greens. Overall it was a good season and I am happy with it.”

Also scoring for the Porters

were Madison McCarthy with an 85, Erica Long with an 86 and Sydney Loeffler with an 87.

Joliet Catholic’s Jennifer Filotto also qualified for sectional competition at Neuqua and shot a 91 at the sectional.

Lockport advanced to the sectional after placing second at the Plainfield Central Regional at Wedgewood Golf Course in Joliet.

Mel Loeffler shot a 77, McCarthy and Long each had an 88 and Mckenzie Ebel had a 90.

Filotto advanced with a 90.

•Minooka advanced to sectional play after taking second in the Champaign Centennial Regional with a 353.

Scoring for the SPC champs were Maddie Erickson (85), Miranda Sharp (87), Alli Lee (89) and McKayla Holmes (92).

Some sectional results were not available at press time

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LOCKPORT VOLLEYBALL Favorite social media outlet that you use? twitter How many followers do you have?

About 200 How many do you follow?

100 something Who is your favorite account to follow?

Kim Kardashian – she has really good selfies.

CoaCh stephens @phsCCathletiCs “wildcats win 25 20, 25 20 over plainfield north and remain undefeated in Spc play” steVe millsaps @Jolietwestad “Varsity girls volleyball win the Bishop mac tournament today!” denise KaVanaugh @dgnathletiCs “21-14 north”

notre dame @nddons “nD fB (6-1, 4-1 eScc) clinches a playoff berth with a 4434 win over St. patrick. travels to marian catholic friday”

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Businesses warned of statewide corporate scam Firm calling itself Illinois Council for Corporations is contacting businesses attempting to collect $125 fee Illinois businesses are the target of a new scam that attempts to confuse the business owner about state law, according to a news release from Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White and Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan.

A firm called Illinois Council for Corporations is contacting Illinois businesses in an attempt to collect a $125 fee to fill out a corporation’s

calendar | from page7 in the library after hours. Grades 6-12. Register online, in person or by phone. For more information about this or other programs, contact Sarah Stumpf at the Crest Hill Branch at 815-552-4280 or sstumpf@whiteoaklibrary.org, or visit www.whiteoaklibrary.org.

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Hayride of Horror. 7 to 10:30 p.m. at Dellwood Park, Route 171

“Annual Minutes Records Form.”

The Illinois Business Corporation Act does not require corporations to file a “Minutes Records Form” or pay such a fee with the state or any private entity.

“This bogus firm is sending out a form that looks similar to the secretary of state’s annual report form,” White said. “We are concerned that companies

and Woods Drive, Lockport. $12 per person. $17 Speed Pass. A haunted hayride that is sure to scare even the bravest of souls. This spinetingling excursion will chill you to the bone, as you journey through the underworld of Dellwood Park.

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T o a s t m a s t e r s International. 10:30 a.m. at White Oak Library Crest Hill Branch, 20670 Ken Lubinski Drive, Crest Hill. Want more confidence

More Info corporate scam

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White said corporations should not reply to the solicitation, adding that business owners who believe they’ve been targeted by this scam file a complaint with the Illinois Attorney General’s Office.

are filing the form and paying the $125 fee because they believe they are filing their annual report with us, as required by law.”

The secretary of state said there is no fee due to the state for annual minutes. The annual

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Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Brahms Symphony No. 4. 3 p.m. at the Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet. Maestro Danzmayr leads the orchestra in the completion of the Brahms cycle with the majestic and melodic Symphony No. 4. Cellist and IPO favorite Joshua Roman also takes the stage for the World Premiere of his Cello Concerto, a piece commissioned by

report fee is normally the only fee a corporation would pay to the Secretary of State Business Services Department. Illinois corporations should be on alert for this and other similar attempts to confuse Illinois business owners about state law.

White said corporations should not reply to the solicitation, adding that business owners who believe they’ve been targeted by this scam file a complaint with the Illinois Attorney General’s Office.

“Posing as government officials is a tactic frequently used by scammers, so it’s important that business owners be vigilant,”

Madigan said. “If business owners are asked to submit fees and forms they are unfamiliar with, I encourage them to first contact my office.”

All of the Secretary of State’s Business Services forms are available on the website at www. cyberdriveillinois.com. For all other questions, call 217-7826961.

If a business would like to file a complaint in relation to this solicitation, contact the Illinois Attorney General’s Office Consumer Fraud Bureau at 800-243-0618 or visit IllinoisAttorneyGeneral.gov.

IPO. Adding to the splendor of the evening is Wagner’s Rienzi Overture which showcases the orchestra with its eloquent and brilliant lines.

your home? These little bats will be a cute addition. Come prepared to paint and create! Please register online, in person or by phone. For further information on this program, please contact Amanda Marolf the Crest Hill Branch at 815-552-4280, amarolf@whiteoaklibrary.org or check the website under Events at http://www.whiteoaklibrary.org.

OCTOBER 20

Doctor Who Night. 7-8 p.m. at Shorewood-Troy library. Ages 13+.

Calling all Whovians. Join us as we travel through space and time with Doctor Who Nights. Enjoy a fan favorite episode of the series along with free refreshments and Doctor Who-themed projects. Sign up for each night you are able to attend.

Mini Pumpkin Bats for Adults and Teens. 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the White Oak Library District in Meeting Room A/B, at White Oak Library Crest Hill Branch, 20670 Len Kubinski Drive, Crest Hill. Need some quick and easy Halloween decorations for

OCTOBER 21

LEGO Club. 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Shorewood-Tory library. Ages 6-12.

Everything is awesome when you play with LEGOs at the library! You bring your creativity--we’ll supply the LEGOs and games.

Trunk ‘n’ Treat. 6 to 7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 805 Western Ave., Joliet. Come in costume for trick or treating, games, chili, hot dogs, hot chocolate, etc.

There will be a petting zoo, classic cars, a fire truck and much more.

It’s a great way to celebrate the season, and it’s all free! Visit www. firstpresjoliet.org or call 815-7279259 for more information.

Veterans’ Breakfast. 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Plainfield American Legion, 24741 W. Renwick Road, Plainfield. Representatives from the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Kendall County Veterans Assistance Commission, U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs Vet Center and the Will County Veterans Assistance Commission will be on hand to discuss services and programs they offer. The Veterans’ Breakfast will also feature guest speaker USMC Major Charles “Lynn” Lowder. Veterans wanting to attend the breakfast are asked to RSVP with Samantha in Bertino-Tarrant’s Plainfield office at 815-254-4211.

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Dave Says

Forcing little brother to grow up I have the benefit of people actually looking for help Dear Dave, I’m having issues with my youngest brother, and I need some advice. He’s 25, divorced and has two kids. He only wants to play dad when it’s convenient for him, and he’s very irresponsible with money as well.

Our parents passed away a few years ago, so this leaves me to be the big brother and dad at the same time. I worry about him, but I’m not sure how to help him grow up. Any advice?

Jeremy Dear Jeremy, One of the bad things about these situations is watching people you love do stupid things to themselves and the people around them. And I don’t know that there’s really a lot you can do without becoming the enemy to some degree.

You can always try to hold him to a higher standard and refuse to tolerate irresponsible behavior when you’re around him. You might even use yourself as an example.

Point out areas in your life where you made mistakes in the past

and how you fixed the I should pay the late fees. problems. But to go out They started the account, and directly intervene in so shouldn’t they have to his life, trying to force him pay the fees? to be a man, would be a Angie tough thing to pull off.

When I help people Dear Angie, on my show, I have the Technically, I’m Dave Says benefit of them calling money advice by sure your parents are in and actually looking to dave ramsey responsible for the me for help. These people account. But think about actually care about what I this. You’re the one who think. I don’t just walk up to folks rented the movie and forgot to and say, “You know, what you’re take it back on time. If you have a doing there is really stupid. Let job and access to money, I think me fix you.” I think that’s kind of you should be the one to make the situation you’re in right now. I things right. would also begin to pray for him, Chalk this one up as a learning and ask God to bring people into experience, Angie. If you’re grown his life who will have a positive up enough to be in college and impact. have a job, then you’re grown up You never know what might enough to start cleaning up your happen, and asking Him for help own messes. That’s the way life is never a bad idea. Who knows? works. It doesn’t mean that your He might even start dating some parents don’t love you. In fact, it strong, mature young woman means that they love you enough who’ll jerk a knot in his tail and to teach you a valuable lesson in straighten him up! responsibility!

—Dave —Dave

Your late fees, your responsibility Dear Dave, Our family has an account at a movie rental store. I rented a movie the other day, and forgot to take it back on time. The late fees add up to $20. I’m in college and have a part-time job, so my parents think

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IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS EASTERN DIVISION

as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR SAXON ASSET SECURITIES TRUST 2007-2 MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-2 Plaintiff,

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 this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

-v.JESUS VILCHIS, et al Defendant 1 : 12 CV 2601 JUDGE Edmond E. Chang NOTICE OF SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 22, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, Special Commissioner appointed herein, will at 9:30 AM on November 12, 2015, at the office of Attorneys’ Title Guaranty Fund Inc., One Old Frankfort Way, Suite 9, FRANKFORT, IL, 60423, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3705 SARATOGA DRIVE, Joliet, IL 60435 Property Index No. 06-03-24-204-001 -0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $333,348.74.

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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.

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C13-92072.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C13-92072 Case Number: 1 : 12 CV 2601 TJSC#: 35-14735 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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JOLIET IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 12TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY - JOLIET, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank N.A., in its capacity as Trustee for the registered holders of Asset Backed Securities Corporation, Home Equity Loan Trust 2004-HE6, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-HE6 PLAINTIFF Vs. Steven C. Chudy; Sherry A. LigasChudy; Illinois Housing Development Authority; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS 15 CH 01934 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Steven C. Chudy Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 108 IN BLACK ROAD ES-

TATES, UNIT NO. 2, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH 50 ACRES OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1301 Schriber Avenue Joliet, IL 60435 and which said Mortgage was made by: Steven C. Chudy Sherry A. Ligas-Chudy the Mortgagor(s), to New Century Mortgage Corporation, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Will County, Illinois, as Document No. R2004124860; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending.

YOU MAY STILL BE ABLE TO SAVE YOUR HOME. DO NOT IGNORE THIS DOCUMENT. By order of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, this case is set for Mandatory Mediation on 12/1/15 at 2:15pm. at the Will County Court Annex-3rd Floor (Arbitration Center), 57 N. Ottawa St., Joliet, Illinois. A lender representative will be present along with a court appointed mediator to discuss options that you may have and to

pre-screen you for a potential mortgage modification.

YOU MUST APPEAR ON THE MEDIATION DATE GIVEN OR YOUR RIGHT TO MEDIATION WILL TERMINATE. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Pamela J. McGuire Clerk of the Court 57 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 on or before November 13, 2015, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-15-14230 NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC PLAINTIFF VS. DIANTHA LEWIS, THORNWOOD NORTH HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS DEFENDANTS NO: 14 CH 0859 Property Address: 1013 Gael Drive Unit D Joliet, IL 60435 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION AS TO UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to: UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled action, that a Complaint for Foreclosure and Other Relief has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Will County, by said Plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of certain mortgages conveying the premises legally described as follows: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: UNIT D, BUILDING NO. 18, AS DELINEATED ON THE CONDOMINIUM SURVEY AFFIXED TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM OF THORNWOOD NORTH CONDOMINIUM RECORDED JULY 2, 1973, AS DOCUMENT NO. R73-19352 OF A PART OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 1, IN TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH AND IN RANGE 9 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL, TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE SAID DECLARATION, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS P.I.N.: 06-01-410-020-0000 COMMON ADDRESS: 1013 Gael Drive Unit D, Joliet, IL 60435 And which mortgages were made by Diantha Lewis, as Mortgagor(s); and given to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Taylor, Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp. as Mortgagee; to wit: that certain “Mortgage” dated January 13, 2009, and recorded as Document No.R2009019957, that Summons was duly issued out of said court against you as provided by law, and that the said Complaint is now pending for foreclosure of said mortgages and for other relief.

Now, therefore, unless you UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, file your Appearance and Answer to the Complaint in said action in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Will County, Chancery Division, on or before the 30th day of OCTOBER, 2015, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer for relief in said Complaint.

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Kluever & Platt, LLC 65 E. Wacker Place, Ste. 2300 Chicago, Illinois 60601 (312) 201 6679 Attorney No. 06187248 Our File #: CMSF.0105 Published in the Bugle 9/30/15, 10/7/15, 10/14/15.

LEGAL NOTICE F13040375 WELLS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 12TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY‚ JOLIET, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff, vs.

Phillip J. Hines; First Midwest Bank, its successor or successors, as Trustee under the provisions of a trust agreement dated the 27th day of August, 2007, known as Trust Number 8384; Unknown beneficiaries of trust agreement dated the 27th day of August, 2007, known as Trust Number 8384; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants.

CASE NO. 13 CH 2053 1020 Moen Avenue, Joliet, Illinois 60436 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Unknown beneficiaries of trust agreement dated the 27th day of August, 2007, known as Trust Number 8384,and UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled cause, that suit has been commenced against you and other defendants in the Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit by said plaintiff praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: THE EAST 88.4 FEET OF THE WEST 211.6 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PREMISES: THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 19 IN TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE CENTER LINE OF MOEN AVENUE, IN ROCKDALE PROJECTED WEST, THAT IS 1560.8 FEET EAST OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH CENTER LINE OF SAID SECTION 19, THENCE EAST ALONG THE SAID CENTER LINE OF SAID MOEN AVENUE, PROJECTED WEST 300 FEET TO A POINT, THENCE SOUTH ALONG A DIRECT LINE 230 FEET TO A POINT, THENCE WEST ALONG A LINE PARALLEL TO THE SAID CENTER LINE OF MOEN AVENUE PROJECTED WEST 300 FEET TO A POINT, THENCE NORTH ALONG A DIRECT LINE 230 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ALL OF SAID PREMISES BEING SITUATED IN THE TOWN OF JOLIET, WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N.: 07-19-211-004-0000 Said property is commonly known as 1020 Moen Avenue, Joliet, Illinois 60436, and which said mortgage(s) was/were made by First Midwest Bank, its succe ssor or successors, as Trustee under the provisions of a Trust Agreement dated the 27th day of August, 2007 known as Trust Number 8384 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds as Document Number R2008061419 and for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the above Court against you as provided by law and that said suit is now pending.

NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Court at Will County on or before NOVERMBER , a default may be taken against you at any time after that date and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint.

This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Steven C. Lindberg ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661

LEGAL NOTICE 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 58852, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR FOR ITS RESPECTIVE CLIENTS AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published in the Bugle 10/7/15, 10/14/15, 10/21/15.

AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 223 W. Jackson Boulevard, Ste. 610 Chicago, IL 60606 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that this law firm is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Our File No.: C14-95324 I671254 Published 10/14, 10/21, 10/28.

JOLIET IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE FOR JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF POPULAR ABS, INC. MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2004-5, Plaintiff, Vs. FRANK G. ZARTLER; JODI L. ZARTLER; BRUMUND, JACOB, HAMMEL, DAVIDSON & ANDREANO, LLC.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

15 CH 00852 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: FRANK G. ZARTLER JODI L. ZARTLER UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: Lot 77 In Beverly Place, A Subdivision Of Part Of The West 1/2 Of The Northeast 1/4 Of Section 4, In Township 35 North, Range 10, East Of The Third Principal Meridian, In Will County, Illinois COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1303 Burry Street, Joliet, IL 60435 PIN # 07-05-216-016 and which said Mortgage was made by: Frank G. Zartler and Jodi L .Zartler, Husband and Wife, the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Popular Financial Services, LLC as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Will County, Illinois, as Document No. 1000466-0000461590-3; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending.

NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Pamela J. McGuire Clerk of the Circuit Court 14 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60432 on or before November 13, 2015, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY

JOLIET “THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” W15-1459 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 12TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC a Delaware Limited Liability Company; Plaintiff,

DOCUMENT. By order of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit Court, this case is set for Mandatory Mediation on November 12, 2015 at 1:30 PM at the Will County Court, Annex 3rd Floor (Arbitration Center) 57 N. Ottawa Street, Joliet, Illinois. A lender representative will be present along with a court appointed mediator to discuss options that you may have and to pre-screen you for a potential mortgage modification.

YOU MUST APPEAR ON THE MEDIATION DATE GIVEN OR YOUR MEDIATION WILL BE TERMINATED. UNLESS YOU file your appearance or otherwise file your answer in this case in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Will County, Will County Courthouse, 14 West Jefferson Street, Joliet IL 60432 on or before November 13, 2015, A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED FOR IN THE PLAINTIFF’S COMPLAINT. Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 W15-1459 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I671336 Published 10/14, 10/21, 10/28.

VS. Gregory W. Rucker Jr.; Michelle Rucker a/k/a Michelle C. Rucker; Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Gregory W. Rucker Jr., if any; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Michelle Rucker, if any; Unknown Owners and Non Record Claimants;

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS EASTERN DIVISION

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DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR SAXON ASSET SECURITIES TRUST 2007-2 MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-2 Plaintiff,

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

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The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you:

JESUS VILCHIS, et al Defendant

Defendants.

-Gregory W. Rucker Jr. -Michelle Rucker a/k/a Michelle C. Rucker that Plaintiff has commenced this case in the Circuit Court of Will County against you and other defendants, for foreclosure of a certain Mortgage lien recorded against the premises described as follows: LOT 11, BLOCK 1, IN CHRISTIAN HACKER`S ADDITION TO JOLIET, A SUBDIVISION OF LOT 12 OF ASSESSOR`S SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 1124 Valley Avenue, Joliet, IL 60432 PIN: 30-07-03-405-006-0000 said Mortgage was given by Gregory W. Rucker Jr. and Michelle Rucker a/k/a Michelle C. Rucker, Mortgagor(s), to American General Financial Services of Illinois, Inc., Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Will County, Illinois, as Document No. R2008030129.

YOU MAY STILL BE ABLE TO SAVE YOUR HOME. DO NOT IGNORE THIS

1 : 12 CV 2601 JUDGE Edmond E. Chang NOTICE OF SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 22, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, Special Commissioner appointed herein, will at 9:30 AM on November 12, 2015, at the office of Attorneys’ Title Guaranty Fund Inc., One Old Frankfort Way, Suite 9, FRANKFORT, IL, 60423, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Lot 37 in Midwest Development`s Old Renwick Trail Unit 1, being a Subdivision of part of the East Half of the Northwest Quarter and also part of the West 1/3 of the Northeast Quarter of Section 24, Township 36 North, Range 9 East of the Third Principal Meridian, according to the Plat thereof Recorded March 20, 2001 as Document R2001-29747, and the Certificate of Correction Recorded February 20, 2002 as Document R2002-029136, all in Will County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 3705 SARATOGA DRIVE, Joliet, IL 60435

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LEGAL NOTICE Property Index No. 06-03-24-204-001 -0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $333,348.74.

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted.

The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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.

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

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 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 this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C13-92072.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C13-92072 Case Number: 1 : 12 CV 2601 TJSC#: 35-14735 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Published in the Bugle 10/14/15, 10/21/15, 10/28/15.

Clean eating is a growing trend among people focused on health and wellness.

A relatively simple concept of selecting foods that are minimally processed, clean eating intends to instill a greater understanding of the pathway between a food’s origins and the final products that end up on grocery store shelves and dinner tables. hoosing whole or “real” foods that are as close to their natural forms as possible is a staple of clean eating. The availability of convenience food products has never been greater, and not all packaged foods are unhealthy. But clean eating encourages consumers to be more aware of the ingredients in the foods they eat while selecting those foods that are minimally processed.

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think simple

Many foods designated as “clean,” including vegetables and fruits, whole grains, freerange meats, low-fat dairy products, unsalted nuts, and whole seeds, are straight from the farm.

read the ingredients

If an ingredient list includes names you cannot recognize or if the natural form of the food has been changed (i.e. removing the bran from whole grains), it cannot be included in a clean-eating plan. Also, foods that have a lot of additives, including salt, sugar and fat, are not classified as clean.

think natural sugar

balancing the benefits

Another component of clean eating is eliminating or greatly reducing the consumption of refined sugar.

Many health experts advise that refined sugar is a large contributor to unnecessary calories. Many people can get all the energy they need by consuming foods with natural sugars.

The benefits to clean eating are numerous. Increasing intake of fruits and vegetables can boost your immune system and serve as a nutritious way to maintain a healthy weight. Clean eating may help you become more conscious of everything from meal ingredients to portion sizes.

remember: not all food processing is bad

Jessica Fanzo, assistant professor of nutrition at Columbia university, advises that not all food processing is bad. Processing is sometimes necessary to prevent pathogens that can lead to illness. For example, pasteurizing milk is a processing method, but one that is necessary to stop the proliferation of bacteria. Even steaming foods is processing in some form, but it is not on par with some of the overly processed foods available.

Adopting a clean-eating approach to their diet is a great way for men and women to start living healthy lifestyles. Speak with a doctor or nutritionist about healthy and effective ways to transition to clean eating.

start slowly

Those interested in clean eating can begin slowly.

Start to introduce more fresh fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and farm-fresh foods into your diet. Look for foods in their natural form, such as whole oats and other grains. Avoid highly refined ingredients and limit sugar and salt intake. Opt for fresh herbs and spices to season food. Over time you can make other changes.

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