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Junior says goodbye

Dale Dale Earnhardt Earnhardt Jr. Jr. races races for for the the final final time time at at Joliet’s Joliet’s Chicagoland Chicagoland Speedway Speedway

Plus, Plus, NASCAR NASCAR playoff playoff preview preview PHOTO BY RUSTY JARRETT/GETTY IMAGES

Can Dale Earnhardt Jr. replicate his 2005 win at Chicagoland Speedway in his race in Joliet?

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

In the first season under the new points system, Martin Truex Jr. took full advantage as he 0enters the playoffs as the top seed. He tied all drivers with four wins, which hold a value of worth five playoffs points apiece, and he’s won a series-best 18 stages - worth one playoff point each. He is also the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 2017 Regular Season Champion. Winning the regular-season title adds an additional 15 playoff points. Truex looked to have another win secured at Richmond Saturday night, but a caution with four laps remaining allowed Kyle Larson to grab his fourth win of the season and lock up second place in the playoff format. “Our Auto-Owners Insurance Toyota was the class of the field by far,” Truex said. “(It is) very disappointing on the way the race ended for us. I’m not really happy about what happened. It spoiled a dominating performance again by our team. It’s just a shame we got

beat out of the pits. Our car was never good on restarts all night long so we were kind of a sitting duck out there.” Despite the loss in the final race of the regular season, Truez is still happy to be ahead of Larson overall as he looks to be the first-ever Cup champion from Furniture Row Racing. “Obviously I think it’s a good thing that we have (playoff points), and I think we could have used them last year with the way the playoffs worked out for us,” Truex said. “We need to focus on running as strong as we possibly can and keep the momentum going that we’ve had lately. Cars have been just lightning fast and teams have been doing a great job. We’ve got a few little things to work on, but all in all, I feel like we’re definitely one of the strongest teams. Hopefully we can just continue to perform at the level we’re capable of, and we don’t need those bonus points, but it’s going to be nice to have them, that’s for sure.” Under the new points system, all drivers’ points will be reset to 2000, with those in the playoffs having bonus points for the regular sea-

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The field is set for the 2017 NASCAR Playoffs, which open Sunday at Chicagoland Speedway. son tacked on to that total. It will be the same as in the old Chase format, where the bottom four drivers will be eliminated after three races until only four drivers remain at Homestead in Miami. While a win still trumps all and locks you into the next round, the difference this season is Playoff points earned for race wins or for leading at the end of Stage 1 or

Stage 2 now will carry over roundby-round if a driver continues advancing. It’s not just for the first round any more. Additionally, drivers can build off and add to those bonus points. So if a driver has 70 playoff points heading into the postseason, and then wins the playoff opener (fivepoint bonus), they would advance to the next round and carry 75 ad-

ditional points - or more, depending on the results over the next two races in the round. This counts in every advancement except leading into Miami. For the final race of the season, the top four drivers will have points set equally and the first driver of the four across the finish line will be the 2017 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 VOL. 10 ISSUE 2

Your Guide to a Healthy Lifestyle #jolietbugle

SCHOOLS

Greenhouse Grant Science teacher receives grant for greenhouse

SEE PAGE 5

SPORTS

Tigers fall short West falls to Oswego for 3rd time in two years SEE PAGE 9

BUSINESS Dave Says Should you give a child a pre-paid debit card? SEE PAGE 15

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CITY OF JOLIET

Study assesses $65 million in repairs needed Assessment study of Joliet facilities suggests roughly $65 million in repairs, upgrades BY MEGANN HORSTEAD For the Bugle @BugleNewspapers sweditor@buglenewspapers.com

The City of Joliet could be on the hook for roughly $65 million in facilities’ repairs and upgrades within the next year, a recent study suggests. “Back several years ago—remember when we did the city’s strategic plan—one of things that we were tasked with was doing a facilities study, looking at our various buildings throughout the city, and determining the course of action, and the money necessary to keep them going and being functioning properly,” said Ken Mihelich, director of administrative services. “That whole process was really a collaboration of a bunch of efforts.” The assessment, which CDM Smith is conducting, examines 66 city-owned buildings at 55 sites and includes sewer treatment plants, city hall, police and fire stations, and the train station. Mihelich said he is glad to say the process of studying the city’s facilities is coming to an end. “It’s been a very good process,” he said. “We had a lot of great corroboration from all the departments throughout the city, as well as the Rialto and the library, which were included in the study.” CDM Smith’s focus at each of the sites is to examine the architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection and site elements. The study is meant to provide an assessment and recommendation of what maintenance, repairs and improvements are required over a 20-year period. The city also asked CDM Smith to take a look at what high priority improvements are needed for the Rialto Square Theatre and the library, but

keep them separate. Amrou Atassi, a representative for CDM Smith, said he wanted the mayor and the council to understand that what they’re finding in terms of anticipated costs and recommendations is common. “We do these type of assessments on a number of other facilities, a number of other locations throughout the state, [and] throughout the country,” he said. “There’s nothing unusual in terms of the—as we present our numbers later on—some of the numbers. [They] might seem large, but they are typical for a community of this size.” The assessment identified a number of critical projects to invest, as well as areas in which they suggest the city look to divest or defer. “Our strategy was basically to look at the highest priority buildings with the lowest condition,” said Ben Harber, another representative for CDM Smith. “Our most concern in terms of an investment priority in our recommendations is basically looking at facilities that are very important to the city [and] are well utilized, but are in poor condition.” As such, recommendations outlined a need to focus on improving fire stations No. 4 and No. 7, the public utilities and administration building, fleet garage No. 1 and No. 2, and roadway maintenance facility. The upgrades, if approved, are estimated to cost the city approximately $31 million and include the use of the contingency fund. CDM Smith suggested that Joliet officials abandon efforts to improve the Joliet Catholic Academy gymnasium and the Stonich building. “We think there are some investments basically that could be

MORE INFO CDM Smith’s focus at each of the sites is to examine the architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection and site elements. The study is meant to provide an assessment and recommendation of what maintenance, repairs and improvements are required over a 20-year period. The city also asked CDM Smith to take a look at what high priority improvements are needed for the Rialto Square Theatre and the library, but keep them separate.

deferred or buildings that … need to be leveraged, so we say,” Harber said. The study also recommended that Joliet officials defer various improvement projects. If Joliet officials follow CDM Smith’s recommendations, they need to account for roughly $65 million to cover city-owned building improvements, budget for roughly $4-7 million toward the library and the Rialto, and abandon efforts to repair the gymnasium at Joliet Catholic Academy and the Stonich building to free up $7 million. Mayor Bob O’Dekirk gave credit to Interim City Manager Marty Shanahan and former City Manager James Hock for getting CDM Smith to conduct a facilities assessment study. “I think it’s again government,” he said. “We have to take ownership of these buildings, but I think more importantly we’re seeing that we need to develop a plan moving forward, not just with the capital improvements but citywide. I think that we need a definite plan—a five or 10-year plan—on how the city is going to keep progressing.”

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COMMUNITY NEWS >> SHOREWOOD

Scoot organizers hope to grow race interest The Shorewood Scoot 5K returns after a two-year absence BY MEGANN HORSTEAD For the Bugle @BugleNewspapers sweditor@buglenewspapers.com

Organizers behind the Shorewood Scoot 5K hope the race once again becomes an annual draw for area runners. The Sept. 9 event marked the first run put on in two years by its new presenting sponsors, the Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce and Athletico. Matt Erwin, a physical therapist and facility manager for Athletico, said the main idea for holding the race is to bring it back to town. “We’re hoping to get the word back out to let people know about it, so again it just can keep growing each year,” she said. Staff members from Athletico were on hand to help runners in completing pre-race and post-race stretching. Carol Wagner, president of Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce, said a handful of people dropped in the day of the race with interest in participating. This year 73 participants preregistered. “I think we’ll probably get up to 100 [participants],” she said. Shorewood’s Gina Lite said she did not know what to expect when she registered to compete in the race. “I haven’t [ran a 5K] in quite a few years,” she said. “This is my first race in probably three or four years.” Gina brought along her 14-yearold son, Dyllan, to cheer her on. He said he is happy and excited to see his mother running in the Shorewood Scoot 5K. Gina said she runs regularly, so she was looking forward to participating. “Me personally, [I hope] just to have fun,” she said. “I run for pleasure.” Proceeds raised go to the Shorewood Area Chamber of Com-

merce’s education fund to support business development among members, as well as the Make Your Mark Foundation to benefit pediatric cancer research and provide assistance to families of loved ones diagnosed with cancer. Sue Staehely, founder of Make Your Mark Foundation, was on hand to see the race make its return to Shorewood. “We love it when people come out that don’t necessarily know Mark’s story,” she said. “Most everybody that lives in Shorewood knows about Mark.” Sue’s son, Mark Staehely, was diagnosed at 12 with neuroblastoma, which is a form of childhood cancer that forms in the nerve tissue. “During that course of his life, he did so many things for all the other kids up at the hospital,” she said. “[He] started a toy drive because he felt bad for the kids in the hospital. He would go out and speak for the hospital about what it was like to be a teenager with cancer.” Sue and her husband started the foundation after their son died at age 18. “[Mark] was very selfless,” Sue said. “When I say love, compassion and service to others, that was his motto.” Over the years, the Make Your Mark Foundation has raised close to $1.5 million. “It’s just basically carrying on what Mark wanted,” Sue said. Josh Goodwin, of Oswego, was preparing to hit the racecourse this year. “This is, I think, is my sixth or seventh [Shorewood Scoot 5K] race,” he said. “I’m glad to have it come back. I missed it for a couple years there. It’s a great cause. Goodwin said racing in the Shorewood Scoot 5K brings great meaning to him. “The Staehely family has been great,” he said. “I’ve known them

for—gosh, since I was a young kid. We miss Mark, and it’s always a great reminder to come out and do this.” Goodwin added, “It’s good to see as many people out today.” Volunteers from the local Boy Scouts troop, Shorewood Area

Chamber of Commerce and the Minooka High School Honors Society provided support to help make the event possible. Wagner said it is “great” to see the community’s support at this year’s race. Other highlights included the 100-meter dash for children to

enjoy. There, each participant took home a finisher ribbon. “We want to make sure each year we get better and better,” Erwin said of the race. “We’re going to see how things go this year, and see where it takes us, but it would be great to keep it going.”

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WILL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Office establishes partnership with United Way 100 percent of the funds donated will go directly to the Will County Sheriff Public Safety Foundation Will County Sheriff Mike Kelley and the Will County Sheriff’s Office are pleased to announce that they have established a partnership with United Way of Will County. By partnering with United Way, and being under the umbrella of their tax exempt status, the Sheriff’s Office Public Safety Founda-

tion will now be able to raise supporting funds for extra programs that fall outside of the general budget. One hundred percent of the funds donated will go directly to the Will County Sheriff Public Safety Foundation to support public safety initiatives, which will allow the Sheriff’s Office to better

MORE INFO If you wish your donation to be directed to a more specific public safety program, please feel free to specify on your donation one of the following programs: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Canine Operations and Care Elderly Services (TRIAD, Senior fingerprinting) Public Safety (AED’s, training, etc.) Youth Services (Shop with a Cop, Hidden in Plain Sight Trailer, Child Fingerprinting) Will County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition (Education, Forums, Community Events, etc.)

serve the residents of Will County. A general donation can now be made to the foundation through

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Preserve uses electrofishing techniques

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and in the memo section write Will County Public Safety Foundation. To donate by credit card: visit www.uwwill.org/DonateNow. aspx. In the comment section write Will County Public Safety Foundation. The Sheriff’s Office would also like to remind residents that the Will County Sheriff’s Office never solicits funds over the phone or through the mail. This initiative will be handled solely through person-to-person donations.

TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Electrofishing technique used to measure fish for contaminates in the water SUBMITTED PHOTO

When Rob Miller searches for fish, he doesn’t bring a fishing pole. Miller, District 8 fisheries biologist for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), has more sophisticated equipment that he uses to see what kind of fish are swimming in a four-county area, including Will County and the lakes owned by the Forest Preserve District. His boat is equipped with “droppers,” which are flexible metal cables, and alternating current (AC). He uses the equipment for electrofishing to stun fish near his boat so they can be measured and weighed. It is one of several sampling techniques that can be used to evaluate a lake’s fish population, Miller explained. Collecting fish assists in determining trends and helps to guide management decisions, he said. The Forest Preserve works in cooperation with IDNR to make these management decisions, but deciding which fish will be stocked in Illinois waters is ultimately determined by the state. Electrofishing also is used to

SCREEN GRAB

Informational video about electrofishing is provided on the Will County Forest Preserve’s website at :https://www. reconnectwithnature.org/news-events/news/illinoisdepartment-natural-resources-fish-survey obtain fish that are tested for contaminants. Miller used the electrofishing technique September 8 at Lake Renwick in Plainfield to obtain fish samples to be sent to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency for contaminant analysis. In general, he collects fish species that are at the higher end of the food chain because they will be more likely to have ingested contaminants. His samples include bottom feeders (catfish and bullheads), omnivorous fish (carp), and top predators (largemouth bass and walleye). “From those tests, that is where your contaminant consumption advisories come from,” he said. “We do these on a rotational basis every three to five years and we try

to hit all of the lakes.” Whalon Lake is scheduled to be surveyed September 20-21. This will be a general survey where specimens collected via electrofishing will be measured and weighed and returned to the lake. “From that we get a pretty good idea what we have out there,” Miller said. “And I can compare that to my management plan for that lake and see just exactly where that trend is going and if we need to tweak a harvest regulation or if we need to do supplemental stocking.” There are other ways to obtain fish for analysis, including nets, but electrofishing is the main tool used by IDNR, Miller said. “It gives you a pretty good idea as far as the fish population,” he said.

Troy Middle School SciCap Exploratory teacher Dr. Barbara Will-Henn recently accepted a $1,000 STEM grant from President/Owner of Window World of Joliet, Brian Hopkins. Back row from left: Troy Middle School Garden Club members Giovanna Torres, Lidia Kuziel, TMS Principal Renee Marski, Dr. Will-Henn and Brian Hopkins. Front row: Arianna Castillo, Briseida Flores, Isabella Simoncelli, Kaitlyn Ruddy and Haley Clemente.

Science teacher receives grant for greenhouse Troy Middle School SciCap Exploratory teacher Dr. Barbara Will-Henn has received a $1,000 STEM grant from Window World of Joliet. The grant was designed to be used to further the advancement of science, technology, engineering and math curricula during the 2017-2018 school year. Will-Henn said she will use the grant dollars to purchase an 8’x12’ greenhouse that will be

erected on school property this fall. Use of the greenhouse will help teachers instruct TMS students and Garden Club members on botanical and environmental concepts in a hands-on manner. Window World owner and CEO Brian Hopkins presented the grant to Will-Henn and Principal Renee Marski at Troy Middle School in Plainfield, one of the Troy Community School District 30-C schools.

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COMMUNITY BULLETIN

Beware of flood-damaged cars caused by Hurricane Harvey Secretary of State’s office will screen title applications from areas impacted by the ﬂooding Secretary of State Jesse White is warning consumers looking to purchase used vehicles to beware of flooddamaged cars resulting from flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey. In an effort to protect Illinois consumers, White has instructed his office to closely monitor title applications involving potential flood vehicles from the hurricane. The Secretary of State’s office will screen title applications from areas impacted by the flooding to determine if vehicles are registered in a flood county. White is requiring the applicants for

those titles to submit a Hurricane Disclosure Statement to obtain a clean Illinois title. The statement must be signed by the registered owner of the vehicle and the insurance agent must verify that no flood claim was filed for the vehicle at the time of the hurricane. Any applicant unable or unwilling to supply the signed form will receive an Illinois Flood title only. “We are taking every step possible to ensure that flood damaged vehicles from Hurricane Harvey do not receive clean titles in Illinois,” White said. “In addition to the extra scrutiny these vehicles receive from my office, we are providing a link on our website at www. cyberdriveillinois.com to the National Insurance Crime Bureau’s database of known hurricane damaged vehicles that consumers may check themselves.” Media reports indicate that as many as 500,000 vehicles may be affected by

the hurricane’s floodwaters. This compares to 325,000 vehicles that were damaged by Hurricane Katrina, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau. White urged consumers to actively research as much as possible about a vehicle before making a purchase. Consumers may want to consult companies that provide additional information about the history of vehicles. In addition, it is always a good idea to have a mechanic inspect a vehicle before making a purchase. “While my office will do everything it can to protect Illinoisans, it is always important that consumers also take active steps to protect themselves from purchasing damaged vehicles.” White also said that Carfax is providing a link to check for flood vehicles. To visit the free link, go to www.carfax. com/flood.

COMMENTARY

Can Montessori be the road to independence and self-direction? As we look upon this upcoming school year, we are hoping to send our children to school with the idea that we are well preparing them for their future. We want to give our children the tools to succeed in this new economy. But what is it that they need... When I think of education for children I think of giving them the opportunities to expound upon their own natural creativity and introduce them to concepts that appeal to their abilities and interests. Mostly, we need to give children the opportunity to lead. We need to help them to understand that they have capacities and abilities that are completely unique to them. As adults we need to do our best to understand and remember with empathy what it was like to feel like a child. Certainly there was joy and laughter in simple things but there was also tremendous, uncertainty, insecurity, and not knowing exactly where it is that you really fit in. While I was not fortunate enough to have this type of education opportunity until college, I was able to put my preschool son in this type of environment through Montessori. Montessori gives children exposure to this type of education and it was something that I chose to have my son participate in. I know that Montessori education is not for everyone many times due to financial constraints and that there are other wonderful private school programs in Will County such as St. Mary Elementary and Joliet Catholic Academy. However, a Montessori education, pre-K to 8th grade, provides some of the ways in which we can prepare our kids to figure out who they want to be and help them along their paths. As a first-time mom, I had given much thought to what kind of education and future I

was hoping for with my son. I had no doubt that I was interested in Montessori. A couple of weeks ago I had a conversation with some of the moms from Montessori of Joliet. I wanted to find out how the three Montessori moms felt about the future education of their children as well. I met with Bobbi, Vicky and Tawnie. Bobbi is herself an educator at the high school level for a local public high school. For Bobbi, the choice was not a difficult one. She had put her son, now 10, in a daycare conveniently located to her work until he was three but made a definite choice to put him in Montessori at that time. “The trend in the schools these days are attempting now to do what Montessori has been doing for the last 150 years,” Bobbi said. “Montessori is tried and true. All the things we are teaching now have already been done, this is just a more natural and differentiated style of learning.” “originally, we were looking for a good suburban school system where the taxes paid cover the cost of school,” said Vicki, an attorney with 3 children 7,10, and 12. But when it came time for her and her husband to check out preschools they were impressed with Montessori by observing the classrooms and seeing how much independence and creativity were stressed in the classroom. “The idea was emphasized to be a free thinker and to be different,” she said. Vicky also said that she went to a Montessori function and was very impressed by what one of the middle school students said. The young boy told her: “We not only think outside the box but we also build the box.” Tawnie, an entrepreneur with a 7-year-old son in the program, said that her son began having trouble in kindergarten in a public school and that there was a suffocating structure: if a child couldn’t sit still for more than 5 minutes he was thought to be having social problems. SEE MONTESSORI PAGE 7

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JOLIET POLICE DEPARTMENT

Police seeking public’s help with triple shooting Social media posts are playing a part into the investigation FROM BUGLE REPORTS Joliet police continue investigating the deaths of three 22-year-olds found shot to death in a home on Joliet’s far west side Sept. 7. Social media posts are playing a part into the investigation of the triple homicide in the 2000 block of Great Falls Drive. Joliet Police Chief Brian Benton told WJOL they’re following up on several leads including social media posts that include pictures of various guns.

MONTESSORI FROM PAGE 6 Additionally, large amounts of memorization and repetition were a regular requirement for the kindergarteners. Tawnie did her research and came upon Montessori. “There were children interacting not only with one another but they were also free to interact with the teachers. The children were happily working in groups and independently,” Tawnie said. She said found it very touching when her son said “mommy does this mean I can actually talk to my teacher.” Another major praise for the program that Bobbi had and the women concurred was that the program focuses on child’s strengths and not their weaknesses which is good preparation for their future. “It really doesn’t matter where he goes for future education because Montessori has prepared him well. The ultimate goal is to continue to learn and keep finding his passions,” said Bobbi. “While college is important it

The victims appeared to have been shot to death sometime overnight, Joliet police Chief Brian Benton said last week. The Will County Coroner’s Office identified the victims on Sept. 8 as Anthony M. McGee, 22, of West Chicago; Gabriella M. Rueda, 22, of West Chicago; and Emmanuel Hernandez-Arroyo, 22, of Plainfield. “We don’t believe this was a random act,” Benton said, adding police are investigating the deaths as homicides. All three suffered multiple gunshot wounds according to the coroner’s office. Final cause and manner of death is pending toxicology, police and autopsy reports. Benton said police were called to the home for a death investigation around 3 p.m. Thursday. He said the caller told police about the bod-

ies in the home. Benton said several people were at the home Wednesday night for a party. He could not say whether the victims lived in the home, were related or were partygoers. But all three victims were found inside the home in the same room and there were no signs of a break-in, Benton said. Benton said many of the people at the party left by the early morning hours on Sept. 7. Benton encourages anyone with information, even if it’s second hand to share it with police or even go through your local pastor. Police are interviewing everyone who attended the party. Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Joliet Police Department Investigations Division at 815-724-3020.

is not for everyone. Some very successful people are in the trades or don’t go to college,” Vicky said. “The most important things are being a good and kind person, showing leadership, discipline, and passion, all the things that are taught at Montessori.” “My dad was a tradesman, and the things he taught me were to be curious, a good citizen and honest,” Tawnie said. “What I hope for my son is to be those things that my dad taught as well as passionate about his pursuits. Through Montessori he is doing these things; he is showing initiative, drive, and confidence.” “We see many opportunities for learning that our son is opened up to,” Bobbi said. “There are unlimited opportunities he is becoming aware of with this I CAN DO attitude.” Vicky and Tawnie concur, even for things that might not be their strengths the children have an expectation for success. They feel because their children have not been introduced to failure. My hope for the future is that,

one day, all of our children will have within their reach an opportunity to learn in this natural and differentiated style of learning. Although it will not solve all of our academic and educational problems, we will be well on our way to vast improvement. - COLETTE TRACY Colette Tracy has been a coach, nonprofit administrator, and educator for nearly a decade. She spent seven years with Junior Achievement of Chicago working with corporate sponsors and schools to bring about a better understanding of business, entrepreneurship, and career preparedness to students K-12. She was also an adjunct professor at National Louis University teaching and designing curriculum in subjects such as leadership, organizational behavior, organizational communication, ethics, multiculturalism, and entrepreneurship. Prior to her work in nonprofit and education, Colette has an extensive background in business development through employers such as Cargill, Ryland Homes, and Wells Fargo that spans nearly 20 years. She earned a BA from DePaul University in Marketing/Communication, an

CALENDAR

SEPTEMBER 17 Amazing Race. 11:30 a.m. at

Starved Rock Lodge, Utica. Spend an exciting day solving devious clues each step of the way and get to know the Starved Rock Lodge area a little more. Teams should consist of 2-4 people. Check in for the race will be at 11:15 am in the Lodge Lobby. Race start time is 11:30 a.m. $50/ couple. Call 815-220-7386 for more information.

JJC Musica Viva Series. 3 and 5

p.m. at JJC Fine Arts Theatre on Main Campus,1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet. Chamber Music in the Gallery: New Harpsichord Dedication Concert: Philip Spencer, harpsichord, Angela Presutti, soprano, Adam Roth, guitar, Gerik Fon-Revutzky, bassoon, in the Laura A Sprague Art Gallery. jjc.edu.

SEPTEMBER 23 Galaxy Comic Book & Fantasy Art Expo. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Joliet

Area Historical Museum, 204 N. Ottawa Street, Joliet. Galaxy Comic Book and Fantasy Art Expo will immerse you in the world of comic books and fantasy art; bringing together fans, collectors, and even future writers and artists of tomorrow. jolietmuseum.org.

Fall Family Disability Resource

Fair. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Disability

Resource Center, 77 N. 129th Infantry Drive, Joliet. Free Admission. Featuring adaptive school supplies and community services offering valuable information. For more information about the Fair, contact Debbie Tarrant at Disability Resource Center at 815-729-0162 or email debbie@drcjoliet.org.Great Midwestern Ballyhoo. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. at City of Lockport, 222 East Ninth Street, Lockport. The Great Midwestern Ballyhoo includes a high tea event, music fest and gala. Come out and take a stroll through the Eclectic Market filled with vendors creating, recycling and restoring pieces of history. Share your personal style in the costume contest and enjoy festival bites in the food court, aero and aerial acts, stilt dancers, contortionist, fire and flow performers and more. Children 13 and under are free. summerartseries.com.

SEPTEMBER 23–24 Pumpkin Fest & Special Needs Weekend. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday

and Sunday at Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm, 17250 Weber Rd, Crest Hill. The annual Pumpkin Fest that runs through Oct. 31 opens with a special needs weekend. All Special Needs & Immediate Families receive FREE general admission. Must Pre-Register to receive Free Admission. For more

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pass NHRA Technical Inspection to participate. route66raceway.com.

SEPTEMBER 26 Kelly Miller Circus. 4:30 or 7:30

SEPTEMBER 29-30 Joliet Class of 1987 30th Reunion. Joliet Central and Joliet West

p.m. Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club, 19433 Renwick Rd. , Crest Hill. Cost: Pre-registration until 9/25 Day of Show; 2-11 yrs $6 / $12; 12 & older $8 / $16. Experience the magic of “Circus Day.” Come to watch Prairie Bluff transform from a golf course to a circus city beginning at 7:30 a.m., and the big top tent being raised at 9 a.m. The circus day will conclude with two exhilarating performances where entertainers and acts are sure to amaze you. Buy your tickets in advance at Challenge Fitness or the Crest Hill Office and save, There are no refunds for any reason.

SEPTEMBER 29 Race Your Ride. 4 p.m. at Route 66

Raceway, 500 Speedway Boulevard, Joliet. Race Your Ride is your chance to take on the same track that the pros do at a Test & Tune. It’s your opportunity to safely see how fast you can race down the dragstrip. Whether you’re a first-time driver in your street legal vehicle or a seasoned veteran getting your dragster dialedin for serious competition - a Test & Tune is fun for racers of all experience levels. Cars and motorcycles must

will celebrate its combined 30th class reunion with various weekend events including the Joliet West vs., Plainfield Homecoming game, an evening at the Joliet Slammers game, tour of the high schools and a pig roast. Tickets are on Eventbrite and Facebook (JT Central/West 1987 Combined 30th Class Reunion).

SEPTEMBER 30 Fields Fall Fest 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at

The Fields on Caton Farm, 1740 Caton Farm Road, Crest Hill. Featuring over 30 artists, chainsaw carving and pottery wheel demonstrations.

Inaugural USF Music Department Collage Concert at 7:30 p.m. at Sexton Auditorium, Uni-

versity of Saint Francis, 500 Wilcox Street, Joliet. Experience the many talents of USF’s Department of Music in an exciting concert of non-stop music including performances by USF ensembles, students, and faculty. Experience music performed in ‘surround sound’ in a celebration of music and music-making, and try your luck in a silent auction to help the Department of Music grow.

OCTOBER 1 Route 66 Raceway Swap Meet.

8 a.m. at Route 66 Raceway, 500 Speedway Boulevard, Joliet,. Calling all racers, rodders, restorers and collectors, you’re invited to the 2017 Route 66 Raceway Swap Meet. On hand will be parts, apparel, merchandise, catalogs, manuals, new and used tools and more. Buy, sell and swap. Show off your car at the Show ‘n’ Shine. route66raceway.com.

O C TO B E R 5 - O C TO B E R 3 1 Hell’s Gate Haunted Adventure. Thursdays-Sundays. Hidden deep in the woods, Hells Gate is a multi-level mansion filled with secret passages, giant slides, ghastly secrets, undead abominations, really nervous groundskeepers and a darkness that the gate can no longer contain! This is not just a haunted house, it’s an adventure. Transportation from Metra Lot at 13th and State, Lockport. hellsgate.com

O C TO B E R 6 – 7 ( S TA R T S ) Hayride of Horror. 7 – 10 p.m. 199

E. Woods Dr., Lockport. Fee: $13/per person. Speed Pass Price: $18 per person. Dellwood Park has always been a family destination for recreation and entertainment.

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Joliet West is again unsuccessful in knocking off perennial conference powerhouse Oswego BY BRANDON CADMAN For the Bugle www.buglenewspapers.com

In Friday night’s rematch, of one of last season’s most thrilling IHSA State Playoff games, Oswego again sent Joliet West back home with a bitter taste in their mouth, as the Panthers cruised to an easy 25-6 victory. “That is a solid program and they always play us hard,” Oswego head coach Brian Cooney said. “We knew that they would come out hard, but our guys just stayed the course and gained the momentum in the second quarter.” After a scoreless first period, which saw both teams squander opportunities to jump out ahead, it was Oswego who was able to strike first in the early stages of the second quarter. On the back end of a time consuming, 93-yard drive, the Panthers used a 27-yard catch from junior wide receiver Jamal Fomby Jr. to set up the first

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scoring play of the contest. Immediately following the huge gain fellow junior, running back Charles Coleman, gave the Panthers a 6-0 lead by way of a oneyard touchdown run. As the Panther defense stood tall throughout the first half, Fomby was able to extend the Oswego lead to 12 just before the end of the second quarter, thanks to a catch and run of 67-yards. Fomby would connect again with Senior quarterback Levi Olson at the beginning of the third quarter, while Coleman would also score again to put the game out of reach at 25-0 as the game enter the final period of play. “This was a good bounce back especially after last week, which was not the best week for our offense,” Cooney commented. “I told our guys that I was impressed with the way and the manner that they came SEE BITTER PAGE 12

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Douglas Dobbs and Joliet West fell to Oswego for the third time in two seasons.

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Turtle invasion coming to Chicagoland Speedway Darrell “Bubba” Wallace will join the lineup for Nickelodeon’s upcoming Tales of the Turtles 400 race weekend at Chicagoland Speedway, driving the No. 98 Nickelodeon Slime Ford in the NASCAR XFINITY race for Biagi DenBeste Racing and Richard Petty Motorsports (RPM). Wallace competed in the RPM No. 43 Ford in four Monster Energy Series races this year filling in for the injured Aric Almirola, where he tallied two Top-15 finishes. Wallace found Victory Lane this season in the Camping World Truck Series at Michigan International Speedway in his first Truck Series race since 2014, giving the Alabama native six wins in his Truck Series career. A NASCAR XFINITY Series veteran, Wallace has 84 starts in the series and was on a roll of sixthplace finishes earlier this season in the No. 6 Ford. “I’m really glad to get back behind the wheel of a race car,” said Wallace. “Chicago has always been a decent track for me where I’ve had some good finishes. I’m excited to get back in the XFINITY Series in a Ford Mustang. With the history with Biagi DenBeste Racing and RPM, we should have some good speed. It’s really cool to be pair with Nickelodeon. We’ve formed a great relationship over the past three years, and we’re able to do these one off races to attract the youth to the sport. With such a cool looking car this weekend, I think we’ll do just that.” Also driving a TMNT themed

car in the Xfinity race will be Matt Tiftt, who will have “Lone Rat and Cub” on his Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota and Daniel Suárez will drive the No. 19 ARRIS/ TMNT Michelangelo Toyota Camry. Nickelodeon is the entitlement sponsor of the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, Sept. 17, dubbed the Tales of the Turtles 400. In the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series, Matt DiBenedetto will carry the “Samurai” paint scheme on his Go Fas Racing Ford and Jeffrey Earnhardt will have “BeBop” and “Rocksteady” on his Circle Sport Chevy. Danica Patrick will drive the No. 10 April O’Neil/Nature’s Bakery Chevrolet, Regan Smith the No. 7 Nikko RC/TMNT Raphael, Michael McDowell the No. 95 Thrivent Financial/TMNT Donatello Chevrolet, David Ragan the No. 23 Jewel-Osco/TMNT Leonardo Toyota and Joey Gase the No. 32 TMNT Rocksteady Chevrolet In the Camping World Truck Series, John Hunter Nemechek will have “Undead Shredder” on his NEMCO Motorsports Chevy, while Jennifer Jo Cobb will carry “Rebel Road” on her JJC Chevy The TMNT experience is not only on the track as Greg Cipes, the actor who voices Michelangelo, will participate in the weekend festivities, greet fans and serve as a pre-race dignitiary. During the Tales of the Turtles 400 race weekend, fans can enjoy fun family activities in Champi-

ons’ Park. The area will feature appearances from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles costumed characters, a SpongeBob SquarePants display and more. The Tales of the Turtle 400 trophy will be on display at the track throughout the weekend. The winning designers were chosen through the Good Day for Play art competition held this past summer. The attendees and celebrity judges ended in a tie, selecting Chicago street artists Tubsz and Max Sansing to codesign the trophy. Artist E. LEE will have his work featured on a trackside billboard. Special fan merchandise is available for the Tales of the Turtles 400 event and features fun, bright colors and the race logo. A range of T-shirts and hats will be available for fans of all ages, including youth, toddler and adult sizes, as well as lanyards, magnets, can coolers and even a bib for the youngest “Dudes” and Turtle fans. The fan apparel and novelty items showcasing “Turtle Power” are available at the Fan Zone merchandise area and on the NASCAR.com Superstore. This weekend marks the second partnership for Chicagoland Speedway and Nickelodeon, who last year partnered to bring fans the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400 race which featured art created by renowned artist Hebru Brantley. This is the seventh consecutive, and final, year Chicagoland Speedway will kick off the Playoffs for the MONSTER Energy NASCAR Cup Series.

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Saints fall to No. 1 St. Francis, Indiana The St. Francis football team fell to 0-2 on the season after a 68-23 setback against No. 1 Saint Francis (Ind.). A big second quarter separated the hosts. Saint Francis (Ind.) outscored the Saints (0-2) 34-6 in that frame. Nick Ferrer led the Cougars (2-0) offensively with 301 yards and five passing touchdowns. Saint Francis (Ind.) started the game with an 11-play, 90-yard touchdown drive. The Saints answered with a solid march of their own and cut into the deficit with a Grayson Barnette (Lo-

noir, N.C./West Caldwell) 26yard field goal. The Cougars scored the next two touchdowns, both passes by Ferrer. The PAT attempt on the latter touchdown was blocked by Malik Thurman (Bellwood, Ill./Proviso West). Jarrell Williams (Robbins, Ill./Richards) returned the ensuing kickoff 54 yards to spark a 46-yard touchdown drive that culminated with a Don Butkusâ€™ (Dyer, Ind./Mount Carmel) touchdown strike to Jean Pietrzak (Westmont, Ill./Westmont).

Saint Francis (Ind.) added some separation in the latter portions of the second quarter scoring four touchdowns, three from Ferrer and one blocked field goal that was returned for a score. The Saints scored twice in the fourth quarter to round out their 23 points on the day. Arthur King ( Jacksonville, Fla./Forrest) returned an interception 39 yards for a touchdown and then, in relief of Butkus, Aaron Ellis (Valparaiso, Ind./Boone Grove) hit Lexus Jackson (University Park, Ill./Crete-Monee) for a 49-

yard score. The Saints used three different quarterbacks on the day with Ellis totaling a team-high 100 yards. Butkus, who battled through a first quarter injury, rounded out his day with 66 yards and a touchdown. Brandon Ruffin (Peoria, Ill./Peoria) finished with 51 yards on one catch, while Ray Vallot (Crete, Ill./Crete-Monee) led the team with three receptions. On defense, the Saints forced a pair of turnovers to bring their total to five on the season. King returned his interception to the

endzone and Tariq Thurman (River Forest, Ill./Oak Park-River Forest) pounced on a fumble. Mason DeLong (Bourbonnais, Ill./Bradley-Bourbonnais) recorded a game-high 11 tackles. For Saint Francis (Ind.), three of Ferrerâ€™s five touchdowns were to Rocky James. Justin Green powered the Cougar ground game 120 rushing yards a pair of scores. Piercen Harnish posted a teamhigh nine tackles. The Saints look for their first win of 2017 when they travel to Siena Heights on September 23.

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Saints split pair at invite The USF volleyball team took down Avila in four sets and then rounded out the Clarke Invite with a five-set loss to the hosts. Brooklyn Withey (Lapeer, Mich./ Lapeer) was named to the AllTournament Team at the event. USF started the day by bouncing back from a deficit to take down Avila 28-30, 25-16, 25-16, 25-14. Avila led by as much as seven in the opening set, but the Saints slowly chipped away at the deficit. After trailing 16-9, USF clawed back even at 20-20. Both teams had set-point opportunities, but Avila finally capitalized to take the opening frame 30-28. From that point on, the Saints took over the match, winning three BITEER FROM PAGE 9 out with, it looked like Panther football. On our first series, even though we didn’t score, we knew we were back to playing Oswego football. Against what was really a tough and physical defense.” While the offense produced a fine performance against the Tigers, it was the defense that was ultra-impressive. Against an athletic and explosive Joliet West offensive unit, the Panthers time and again

consecutive frames decisively. USF jumped out in front early 4-1 in the second set and never looked back, holding at least a three-point lead for the remainder of the frame. It included an 8-2 run with two kills from Tynae Phillips (Spencerm Wis./Spencer), a kill and a block from Withey, and a service ace from Darian Baldwin (Lewistown, Ill./Lewistown). Valant (21), Nowicki (14) and Withey (10) all totaled double-digit kills. Baldwin finished with 43 assists and 16 digs, while Leah Alles (Tinley Park, Ill./Providence Catholic) added a match-high 25 digs. The Saints dropped their final match of the tournament, falling to Clarke 25-21, 20-25, 21-25, 25-

21, 15-6. USF (5-9) jumped ahead early, but the Pride (11-2) took the lead with an 8-0 run and held an advantage throughout the rest of the set. St. Francis hit .382 (16 kills, three errors on 34 swings) in the third frame. Phillips, Nowicki, and Livesay-Groark all recorded kills early in the set as USF charged out to a 10-3 lead. The Pride made a push, but it was too little too late as the Saints won the third set 25-21. Withey (11 kills) and LivesayGroark (10) both posted doubledigit kills. Baldwin finished with a team-high 20 digs, while Alles added 19. Makenna Bartecki (Lockport, Ill./Providence Catholic) totaled 20 assists.

came up with big plays to keep the Tigers off of the scoreboard. It wasn’t until the second unit was in the game, with just one minute to play, that Tiger quarterback Jaxon Aubry was able to connect with Colt Dolak, for Joliet West’s only score on the night. “They ( Joliet) scored on the last series of the game, but you know you really can’t complain about anything the defense did tonight,” Cooney praised. “Our game plan coming out was just

to play our sound base defense. We’ve got the athletes to match with theirs, we can’t always say that, but we were able to line up some guys in man coverage across the board with their guys. We kind of got away from our structure in weeks one and two, so we just put our prime emphasis on getting back to the fundamentals.” With the recent history and budding rivalry between the Tigers and the Panthers, a win in a game like this can really do wonders for the team able to come out of the fight with their hand raised. For the second time in as many meetings, it was Oswego who enjoyed the thrill of victory. With the season still in the opening third of the year, the Panthers hope to use this emotional win as a catalyst for the final six games of the season. “We put a lot of stress this week on rising up,” Cooney said. “We really wanted to see how we were going to respond after a difficult loss against a good team, but a good team that we can compete with and beat. So the question was, how are we going to respond? Now we have to see after this week, how the kids prepare and respond for Plainfield East. We gave them the day off on Saturday, which they seemed to like, so hopefully they will come back with some juice and ready to compete.” West (1-2) will look for bounce back and get their season on track next Saturday when it hosts Romeoville (0-3).

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ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

Your energy levels will improve faster than you can say zip-a-dee-do-dah. You have an imaginative viewpoint that helps you perform creative projects, as well as your job, with enthusiasm in the week ahead.

GEMINI

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

Your words may be more impactful on others than you realize. Just be sure that you tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth as this week unfolds. Someone may be somewhat suspicious of your motives.

LEO

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

You prefer to be seen as a paragon of political correctness. Because you are too busy examining other people’s faults, however, you may overlook your own. Honor your obligations and act responsibly this week.

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69 MAIL-ROUTING ABBR. 70 DANGEROUS TROPICAL FLY 71 DISTRESS LETTERS

DOWN 1 FROM THE TOP 2 “I’M STUMPED!” 3 HOW MUSIC MAY BE SOLD 4 SOME WINE-ANDDINE SORTS 5 MISSPELL OR MISSPEAK 6 SPATTER CATCHERS 7 CONCOCT, WITH “UP” 8 GIVE THE GO-AHEAD 9 L.A. RAIL AND BUS SERVICE 10 OFFICIAL SEAL 11 SERIOUSLY ENDANGERED GROUP IN MARY SHELLEY’S “THE LAST MAN” 12 IT’S PUMPED IN GYMS 13 HINT OF HUNGER 18 “ANOTHER CARD, PLEASE” 24 TENNIS GREAT AGASSI 26 SITCOM SET IN KOREA 28 PEAR VARIETY 29 LIKE A

CRYPTOGRAM 31 PAKISTAN NEIGHBOR 32 JUSTICE DEPT. EMPLOYEE 33 CREEPY LOOK 34 UPSCALE HOTEL CHAIN 35 ‘60S-’70S CHRYSLER COMPACT 37 LOSE STRENGTH OVER TIME 38 GO THROUGH ENTIRELY 41 AUTO AD NO. 45 WARD OFF 47 SPACE STATION SUPPLY 49 DAIRY FARM ANIMALS 51 IRISH NATIONALIST ROBERT 52 CREDITORS’ CLAIMS 54 RAPUNZEL FEATURE 55 MUSE OF POETRY 56 FURROW-MAKING TOOLS 57 SOFTWARE PROTOTYPE 58 LEAVE OFF THE LIST 60 RANK ACCORDING TO ABILITY, SAY 61 PRE-MED SUBJ. 65 FAMILY NICKNAME

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Pay attention to what other people do, but do your own thing. In the week ahead you could have better things to do to fill up your time than to tag along. Be sure to answer emails and phone calls in a timely manner.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 22

Plan your work and work your plan. Take responsibility for your own actions, since a busy schedule leaves little time to oversee others. Don’t begin any major new undertaking until the end of the week.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Control yourself and avoid controversies. In the week to come someone might offer to take some responsibilities off your hands. Don’t consider this to be an affront to your abilities or doubts about your competence.

SUDOKU

TAURUS

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

Swear on it. Ambition may be your life, your whole life and nothing but your life, at least during the first half of the week. Your logical approach to financial matters can be helpful to your handling of joint asserts.

CANCER

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

Mark your place. Final decisions should be put on hold until the end of the week. You will be better off if you suspend a crucial decision until the timing is better. If you decide that it is best to wait others will agree.

VIRGO

AUGUST 22 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Start the week off by getting your closets organized or the receipts filed away. You could be more concerned with thrift and economy than sharing off your assets. Treat family members with respect in the week to come.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Your inspiring ideas could bring people together and break a stalemate. Someone close may be riveted on financial security and material success in the week ahead. Look the other way if people seem quarrelsome.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 23 TO JANUARY 20

You could be challenged to discuss something that you prefer to keep under your hat. You must share information to preserve someone’s trust in the week ahead, but may find that this creates a serious conflict.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

You may feel the boss is looking over your shoulder or that the rules are difficult to comply with in the coming week. If you exert some effort your work will be seen in the best light and things will turn out favorably.

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Should you give a child a pre-paid debit card? Teach your children how to work, give, save and spend wisely DEAR DAVE, I’ve seen lots of companies marketing pre-paid debit cards for kids. They seem to position them as a way parents can set spending limits for their children. Do you think these are a good idea? It seems to me they are just a form of conditioning to get kids to rely on cards. KEITH DEAR KEITH, I agree with your assessment. I don’t recommend pre-paid debit cards for children, except in very unusual situations. Let’s say your kid was going on a trip, and you wanted him or her to have something in their pocket for limited access to cash. But if they’re old enough and responsible enough, I’d rather them have a traditional debit card attached to their own account. What I really want parents to do is teach their children how to work, give, save and spend wisely. It’s all about teaching your children to become good adults, and handling money is part of the equa-

tion. How does that apply to something like a pre-paid debit card for a kid? For the child, they’re looking at it like mom and dad are an ATM. They don’t equate it with real money unless they put their cash into the card. I suggest helping them open a checking account with a debit card attached around age 15 or 16, provided you have taught them – and they have demonstrated – wise money management practices up to that point. Teach them to reconcile and balance the account, and walk with them when they do this so they don’t slip into the idea a debit card is some magical portal to free money! —DAVE DEAR DAVE, I’ll be getting married in a few

months, and I just finished reading some of your books. You make a lot of sense, but now I’m wondering if I need to talk to my fiancée about postponing the wedding until I pay off all my debt. How do you feel about this? NICK DEAR NICK, First, congratulations on your upcoming wedding! I admire your desire to get out of debt and take control of your finances, but you’re talking about marrying the woman you love. You do not have to be debt-free to get married. If you guys are on the same page when it comes to money, and you’re both willing to work together on paying off any debt after you’re married, there’s no reason to postpone the wedding. You two shouldn’t be paying each other’s debt before you get married, but once the rings are on your fingers, and you’re pronounced “as one,” then everything shifts from being “mine” and “hers” to “ours.” —DAVE * Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey Solutions. He has authored seven bestselling books, including The Total Money Makeover. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 13 million listeners each week on 585 radio stations and multiple digital platforms. Follow Dave on the web at daveramsey.com and on Twitter at @DaveRamsey.

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Program for parents and family caregivers of children and teens who are experiencing symptoms of a mental illness NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is offering NAMI Basics, a free, 6-week education program for parents and family caregivers of children and teens who are experiencing symptoms of a mental illness or whom have already been diagnosed. NAMI Basics is offered in a group setting so you can connect with other people face-to-face. Learn the facts about

mental health conditions and how best to support your child at home, at school and when they’re getting medical care. The 6-week course starts Sept. 19, from 6-8:30 p.m. at NAMI WillGrundy, 417 Taylor Street, Joliet. Last year, 99 percent of the participants said they would recommend the program to other parents. The course is taught by a trained team with real-life experience; they know what you’re going through because they’ve been there. The six-session program provides critical strategies for taking care of your child and learning the ropes of recovery. At NAMI Basics, find out that you’re not alone. Recovery is a journey, and there is hope. The group setting of NAMI Basics provides mutual support and shared posi-

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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE of 907 VERTIN BOULEVARD, SHOREWOOD, IL 60431 (TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME; TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE). On the 28th day of September, 2017 to be held at 12:00 noon, at the Will County Courthouse Annex, 57 N. Ottawa Street, Room 201, Joliet, IL 60432, under Case Title: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A Plaintiff V. GUADALUOE GONZALEZ; MARIA R GONZALEZ; BRECKENRIDGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION OF SHOREWOOD; BRECKENRIDGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC Defendant. Case No. 14 CH 2710 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. Judgment amount is $224,753.21 plus interest, cost and post judgment advances, if any. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: PIERCE AND ASSOCIATES 1 N. Dearborn Suite 1300 Chicago, Illinois 60602 P: 312-346-9088 F:

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE of 3411 CATON FARM ROAD, JOLIET , IL 60431 (Single Family Residence ). On the 28th day of September, 2017 to be held at 12:00 noon, at the Will County Courthouse Annex, 57 N. Ottawa Street, Room 201, Joliet, IL 60432, under Case Title: U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, Plaintiff V. CARLA L. FINDLAY, MARC S. FINDLAY, UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendant. Case No. 17 CH 0325 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois. Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. For Information Please Contact: Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel LLC 175 N Franklin Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 P: 312-357-1125 F: 312-357-1140

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SHOREWOOD

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS

U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, Plaintiff,

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A Plaintiff,

vs. CARLA L. FINDLAY, MARC S. FINDLAY, UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendant. No. 17 CH 0325 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 9th day of May, 2017, MIKE KELLEY, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Thursday, the 28th day of September, 2017 , commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, at the Will County Courthouse Annex, 57 N. Ottawa Street, Room 201, Joliet, IL 60432, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 239, IN CRYSTAL LAWNS ADDITION, UNIT NO. 5, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 26, IN TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH AND IN RANGE 9 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP, ACCORDING THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 13, 1967, AS DOCUMENT NO. R67-13428, IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 3411 CATON FARM ROAD, JOLIET , IL 60431 Description of Improvements: Single Family Residence P.I.N.: 06-03-26-304-002-0000 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1) (H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel LLC 175 N Franklin Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 P: 312-357-1125 F: 312-357-1140 MIKE KELLEY Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County Published 9/6, 9/13, 9/20

vs. GUADALUOE GONZALEZ; MARIA R GONZALEZ; BRECKENRIDGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION OF SHOREWOOD; BRECKENRIDGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC Defendant. No. 14 CH 2710 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 23rd day of May, 2017, MIKE KELLEY, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Thursday, the 28th day of September, 2017 , commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, at the Will County Courthouse Annex, 57 N. Ottawa Street, Room 201, Joliet, IL 60432, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: LOT 28 IN BRECKENRIDGE S A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 22, 2005, AS DOCUMENT NO. R2005123594, AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED SEPTEMBER 15, 2005 AS DOCUMENT NO. R2005159464 IN WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 907 VERTIN BOULEVARD, SHOREWOOD, IL 60431 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME; TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE P.I.N.: 05-06-04-303-039-____ Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours. No judicial sale fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County. Judgment amount is $224,753.21 plus interest, cost and post judgment advances, if any. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1) (H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: PIERCE AND ASSOCIATES 1 N. Dearborn Suite 1300 Chicago, Illinois 60602

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COMMUNITY >> SILVER CROSS HOSPITAL

Silver Cross recertified as a Primary Stroke Center Silver Cross underwent a rigorous onsite review in June 2017 Silver Cross Hospital has once again earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers. The Gold Seal of Approval® and the Heart-Check mark represent symbols of quality from their respective organizations. Silver Cross underwent a rigorous onsite review in June 2017. Joint Commission experts evaluated compliance with stroke-related standards and requirements, including program management, the delivery of clinical care and performance improvement. Established in 2003, Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers is awarded for a two-year period to Joint Commission-accredited acute care hospitals. The certification was derived

NAACP Joliet recognizes Silver Cross employee for community service Leslie Newbon is no stranger in the community. As the Senior Community Relations Coordinator at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, Newbon’s job is to be around people. Earlier this month, the National Association of Colored People’s (NAACP) Joliet Branch recognized Newbon’s contributions to the community with the Outstanding Commu-

from the Brain Attack Coalition’s “Recommendations for the Establishment of Primary Stroke Centers” (JAMA, 2000) and the “Revised and Updated Recommendations for the Establishment of Primary Stroke Centers” (Stroke, 2011). “By achieving this advanced certification, Silver Cross has thoroughly demonstrated the greatest level of commitment to the care of its patients with a complex stroke condition,” says Mark R. Chassin, M.D., FACP, M.P.P., M.P.H., president and CEO, The Joint Commission. “Certification is a voluntary process and The Joint Commission commends Silver Cross for successfully undertaking this challenge to elevate the standard of its care for the community it serves.” “The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association congratulates Silver Cross on

nity Involvement Award. Each year the organization recognizes individuals who’ve made a positive impact on the Joliet community. Newbon joined Silver Cross in 2013, and over the past four years has worked closely with the Silver Cross Healthy Community Commission. Additionally, the Illinois Senate recognized Newbon for her service to the community with an official Senate Recognition certificate. Sen. Pat McGuire, whose district includes Joliet, presented the recognition to Newbon. The Crest Hill resident works closely with the Silver Cross Healthy Community Commis-

achieving Comprehensive Stroke Center certification,” said Nancy Brown, chief executive officer, the American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association. “Meeting the standards for Comprehensive Stroke Center certification represents a commitment to deliver high quality care to all patients affected by stroke.” “We are pleased to receive advanced certification from The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association,” said Paul Pawlak, President and CEO of Silver Cross Hospital. “The Silver Cross Neuroscience Institute is dedicated to preventing strokes, and this certifications provides us with the framework to create a culture of excellence, and to continually strive to advance our care even further.” Stroke is the number five cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the United States, according to the American Heart Association/American Stroke As-

sociation. On average, someone suffers a stroke every 40 seconds; someone dies of a stroke every four minutes; and 795,000 people suffer a new or recurrent stroke each year. “Our goal is to make sure that every patient receives the right treatment at the right time,” says Dr. Kathleen McCahill, Medical Director of the Silver Cross Stroke Program. “The concepts behind Primary Stroke Centers include a heightened state of readiness for stroke patients, making sure hospital-wide mechanisms are in place to rapidly identify and intervene in acute stroke, and a multi-disciplinary team who can deliver rapid and sophisticated care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.” Silver Cross is one of the few hospitals in the area offering advanced technologies to extend the treatment window for stroke up to 8 hours. Neuro interventional radiologists and neurosurgeons are available to treat strokes in the hospital’s state-of-the-art biplane

angiography suite. “This advanced technology allows for an even greater level of safety for patients by cutting the normal procedure length and radiation exposure in half,” says Dr. Harish Shownkeen, Medical Director of the Neuro Interventional Program at Silver Cross. “And, patients don’t need to go anywhere else to recover.” Silver Cross Hospital’s partnership with The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC) ensures patients will receive an unmatched recovery experience close to home. RIC has been ranked the “Best Rehabilitation Hospital in America” by U.S. News and World Report every year since 1991. Patients benefit from RIC at Silver Cross’ inpatient rehabilitation unit as well as four outpatient facilities—at the hospital, Homer Glen, New Lenox (Route 30) and West Joliet. To learn more about the Silver Cross Stroke Program, visit www.silvercross.org/ neuro.

sion. The Commission is committed to creating a stronger, healthier future for the east side neighborhood, which has suffered from lack of economic development over the past decades. Since, 2008, the Commission has provided more than $2.15 million in grants and scholarships to local organizations including the NAACP, Hispanic–Latino Coalition, Warren-Sharpe Community Center, National HookUp of Black Women, Joliet Junior

College, University of St. Francis, Senior Services of Will County, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, and more. Newbon also contributes to the Reading for Life Literacy Program, which works to distribute books to the community. More than 65,000 books have been provided to more than 23,000 children and adults in Joliet over the last few years. “This is a very unexpected and humbling award,” Newbon said.

“Silver Cross is dedicated to helping our community in many different ways. I’m very grateful I have the opportunity to serve the residents of this area.” She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Easter Seals of Will County, member of the United Way of Will County Impact and Investment Council, and executive committee member of Will County Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP).

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Little E closes in on final ride Dale Earnhardt Junior, 2005 winner at Chicagoland and fan favorite calls it quits Over the last few years, several of NASCAR’s biggest names BY MARK GREGORY Sports Reporter @Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com

walked away from the sport as Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart and Carl Edwards have all retired in the last two years. However, the news that came in late April that the undisputed face of the sport was retiring sent ripple through the NASCAR world. And now, Dale Earnhardt Jr. will begin his final 10 races as a full time driver with his last race at Chicagoland Speedway – one of the 15 tracks he won on during his career. Earnhardt, who will turn 43 in October, made his first career Cup Series start on May 30, 1999, at Charlotte Motor Speedway and will walk away after his 18th season. He has been voted by fans as NASCAR’s Most Popular Driver a record 14 consecutive years and has racked up 26 points-paying Cup wins, including the 2004 and 2014 Daytona 500. His 26 victories tie him for 29th on NASCAR’s alltime race winners list. He also has 13 pole positions and eight nonpoints wins (five in the Daytona 500 qualifying Duel, two in The Clash and one All-Star Race and has qualified for the NASCAR playoffs eight times. Earnhardt sat out most of the 2016 season after suffering a concussion and decided to leave the sport on his terms. “The decision was really simple.

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Sunday will be Dale Earnhardt’s final race at Chicagoland Speedway.

I just decided that I wanted to go out on my own terms. I wanted to honor my commitment to (team owner) Rick (Hendrick), to my sponsors, to my team and to the fans,” Earnhardt said. “I will admit that having influence over my exit only seemed meaningful when it seemed most unlikely. I had to miss some races last year and during that time, I had to face the realization that my driving career might be over without me so much as getting a vote at the table. I know in life, we are not promised a vote and that is especially true in racing. “During my rehab, I was given something else I wasn’t accustomed to and that was time. Time to understand what was important to me, time to realize the incredible support system I have in my wife, my team and my doctors and the time to work like hell to wrestle back to have some say so in this matter – so that became my motivation – to be able to announce my choice rather than some fate that was decided for me.” So far this season, Earnhardt has remained healthy and has been

able to run every race, something he is glad he has been able to do. “This season has been a blessing to me. It has been a gift to be at the race track and to run every lap. I don’t ever remember myself being excited to be at the practice on Friday and Saturday,” he said. “Not 18 months ago, I was on Twitter complaining about 8:30 am practices and I can’t wait to get to them now. We used to complain about how long the season was, but this one can drag on.” For the driver simply known as Junior, pressure was part of his career since the day he broke in the sport, sharing a name, occupation and fan expectation of his legendary father, however, he said he never put the pressure on himself. “When my dad was doing so well and there were a couple of guys coming into the sport that were sons (of drivers), it was difficult for them to replicate their dad’s success and I just saw even at an early age that growing up in that shadow was going to be a real hard challenge,” Junior said. “I wanted to race, but I knew racing would put me in that shadow.

I knew the odds of me having any talent at all and being able to do it were thin – they are for anyone – so at an early age all I wanted to do was make a living out of driving cars. I didn’t set goals or I didn’t dream of winning championships or Daytona 500s or working for one of the best owners in the business. I just wanted to be able to do it. So, I accomplished way more than I ever thought I would have accomplished. So, I am good on that front.” Although Junior will retire from the No. 88 car for Hendrick Mortorsports, a seat that will be filled next year by Alex Bowman, he still has at least two Xfinity races he will race for JR Motorsports – a team he owns with Hendrick and his sister Kelly Earnhardt Miller – which began in 2005. Junior will look to his ownership as an ability to stay competitive. “My heart loves being in the car and I enjoy driving as much as I ever have. I do have an ambition to work. I don’t have to be the guy holding the trophy, but I enjoy being part of that,” he said. “I still want to be an influence and a part

of the success – however that is. I really enjoy making people happy and doing things as a team and I think I can replicate that in the next chapter in my life.” That next chapter will also include being in front of the camera, as Junior has signed a contract with NBC, who broadcasts the second half of the Monster Energy Cup Series. His role may not be limited to just NASCAR, however, as he has other interests – including being a huge Washington Redskins fan – that NCB executives said could play into him being a cross over personality. For now, Junior is focused on the sport he has competed in for nearly two decades. “It is a thrill for me to be able to partner with CBS. Growing up in the sport, and having admiration for a lot of the folks that are in media today and that have came and went through the sport and had a hand in promoting it,” he said. “I am very excited to take a step into that realm and learn what I can and try and help further the sport.”