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JANUARY 17, 2013

Vol. 57 No. 15

Flu outbreak hits Chicagoland area Illinois among 29 states experiencing ‘high’ flu activity through the last week of 2012

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter Th Chicago area is experiencing a flu outbreak that health care officials say is the worst in nearly a decade.

On Jan. 7, 11 Illinois hospitals had to go on bypass status. This means that a hospital is not able to take in any more patients that do not have life-threatening illnesses, said Melanie Arnold, Illinois Department of Public Health spokeswoman. As the week went on, only four to eight hospitals across the state were on bypass at any given time.

The CDC listed Illinois among

“The best single way to treat the flu is to get a flu

shot before the flu season.”

Dr. Richard Shapiro.

29 states experiencing “high” flu activity through the last week of 2012 and then during the first week of 2013, 24 Illinois hospitals went on bypass for nearly 400 hours, according to the Chicago Department of Public Health.

Reports from Chicago’s Department of Public Health showed that from Sept. 30 of to the end of 2012, there were

almost 100 people who had flulike symptoms being treated in intensive care units in Chicagoland hospitals. During the 2011-2012 flu season only one person was reported to have been sent to an ICU with the flu.

Advocate Lutheran General in Park Ridge, did not have to go on See FLU, page 3

Body of police officer, Niles West grad found

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

The body of a missing Waukegan police officer found around 9 a.m. on Jan. 10 in a densely wooded area, near North Avenue and Trevor Road by the village of Antioch, was identified as a native of the Skokie area.

Helicopters, fellow officers and

a group of community members were canvassing the wooded area when they found the body of Peter Michaels, 42.

The officer had been missing for several days, and after finding the body, authorities determined that no foul play occurred.

Following an autopsy on Jan. 10 the Lake County coroner’s office determined that Michaels

died from a gunshot wound to the head. However the coroner did not determine a manner of death.

Michaels was originally from Skokie and became a sergeant with the Waukegan Police Department shortly after graduating Niles West High School in 1987.

The discovery was made less

than a mile from Antioch Upper Grade School and W.C. Petty Elementary School. Because of this, Antioch District 34 officials issued an alert to parents about police presence in the area but that there was no impact to the schools or immediate danger.

Michaels had been missing since late Jan. 9, and Antioch Police Chief Craig Somerville said

the search on Jan. 10 consisted of about 120 community members working alongside his officers. The body of Michaels was discovered within about 40 minutes of the search, he said.

The investigation has been turned over to the Lake County sheriff’s office. ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com

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Serial salon robbery hits Skokie establishment

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

In the early afternoon of Jan. 10, a hair salon in Skokie was the latest spot to be robbed at gunpoint by a man suspected in more than seven robberies of hair salons, police said.

A robber entered Supercuts at 3539 Dempster St. displayed a black handgun and demanded money. The robber fled the Supercuts with $345 in an unknown direction. There were no injuries to anyone involved.The robber was described as between the age 35 and 45, 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet 1 inch and weighing

200 to 230 pounds. He was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt.

This robbery happened two weeks after another hair salon in Skokie was robbed, and witnesses described the suspect as matching the description of the robber in the Dec. 27 robbery of Skokie’s Hair Cuttery, 9442 Skokie Blvd.

A community alert was recently released to all local hair salons due to previous similar robberies in December and January in Bensenville, Lombard, Skokie, Niles, Glen Ellyn, Morton Grove and Chicago.

Police said in the Dec. 27 robbery, a man entered the Hair

Photo courtesy of Skokie Police Department.

A snapshot of the Dec. 27 robbery at Hair Cuttery in Skokie. Police believe this man is also responsible for the Jan. 10 robbery at Supercuts.

Cuttery carrying a backpack and approached the register under the pretense of purchasing shampoo.

When the cashier rang up the purchase, the suspect produced a black handgun from his backpack and twice demanded that the female cashier give him money.

The cashier put $110 inside the robber’s backpack, and he was last seen walking north in an alley on the 9500 block of Skokie

Boulevard.

The robber in that crime matched a similar physical description to the most recent robbery, but was wearing a dark jacket, blue jeans, a gray knitted hat, sunglasses during the day with a scarf covering his face, dark gloves and gray or blue tennis shoes while carrying a shoulder bag.

Police have advised that anyone encountering the suspect comply

with his demands, and if the opportunity arises to call 911. If they can’t talk to an operator, put down the phone and leave the line open.

Anyone with information or knowledge about the robberies should contact the Skokie Police Department’s Investigation Division at 847- 982-5958. ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com

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Niles Library ‘breaks wall’ on renovation

Continued from page 1 bypass status and the number of people coming in requesting treatment for the flu was minimal, staff said.

“I don’t have any idea why this year’s flu outbreak was larger than last year’s. I don’t know if it’s because we’re looking at different strains of the flu or what,” said June Sheng , a registered nurse and the nursing supervisor for Advocate Lutheran General. “We’re not sure.”

Dr. Richard Shapiro, a family practitioner and surgical specialist with a background in palliative care in Chicago, said the best treatment for the flu is normally a flu shot.

“The best single way to treat the flu is to get a flu shot before the flu season,” said Shapiro.“And then to avoid people that have upper respiratory infections, muscle aches, sneezes, colds, fevers.Those are all signs of the flu.”

Once someone catches the flu, though, he recommended that patients blow their nose often, stay rested, gargle, drink hot liquids and take steamy showers.

He also said that people who have caught the flu shouldn’t travel unnecessarily, and instead call in sick to work or school so as to rest and not spread the illness to others.

“Flu season has hit early, and it has hit hard,” Dr. Bechara Choucair, the Chicago’s public health commissioner, said in a news release Jan. 8.

Yet Shapiro said that unless the patient is very elderly, an infant or suffers from severe autoimmune, respiratory or heart diseases, that the flu is not life threatening and shouldn’t require a visit to the emergency room. ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com

On Jan. 10, trustees from the Niles Public Library attended a “wall breaking” ceremony and took turns smashing a wall with a sledgehammer to begin the library’s $6 million renovation.

The renovation, which the board and staff planned for about two years, is scheduled to be finished in December 2013.

The “wall breaking” ceremony opened with remarks from Library Director Linda Weiss highlighting many of the changes that residents of the Library District can look forward to, such as dedicated spaces for teens and children in middle school, nine new study rooms and a “commons” area with a vending café where visitors can browse new books and materials, and purchase items from the Friends of the Niles Library Book Sale.

“I’m thrilled that we’re able to do this without bonds or borrowing …, we were able to do this out of our cash reserves,” said Niles Library Trustee Morgan Dubiel.

A new HVAC will also be installed during the project and automated materials check-in and checkout equipment will make Library visits much more convenient and efficient.

Jewel-Osco stores to be sold to Cerberus Capital Management On Jan. 10 Supervalu, the parent company of Jewel-Osco stores, announced it will sell the brand to a consortium of investors led by Cerberus Capital Management.

The deal is valued at $3.3 billion and will also include the Albertsons, Acme and Shaw stores that Supervalu owns.

The Jewel-Osco grocery chain had been suffering financially for quite some time, and the announcement ends months of speculation that all or parts of grocery chain would be sold to New York-based Cerberus, an investment firm. Supervalu acquired Jewel in 2006 as part of a larger, complex acquisition of the Albertsons

Photo Courtesy Niles Public Library

Library Trustees Barbara Nakanishi, Linda Ryan, Danette O’Donovan Matyas, Dennis O’Donovan and Morgan Dubiel (from left to right) pose for photos before they smash the wall to signify the start of library renovation on Jan. 10.

company.

Supervalu also reported earnings of $16 million, or 8 cents per share, in the third quarter ended on Dec. 1, compared with a year-earlier loss of $750 million, or $3.54 per share.

Excluding an after-tax gain related to a cash settlement from credit card companies and after-tax charges primarily related to store closures, it earned $5 million, or 3 cents per share.

The sale is expected to be less than 10 days and will create a new entity called Symphony Investors, led by Cerberus, that will purchase up to 30 percent of Supervalu’s outstanding shares for $4 each.

There are four Jewel-Osco stores in Niles, one in Park Ridge, two in Des Plaines and one in Skokie.

— Alex V. Hernandez, Staff Reporter

Niles holiday light recycling program underway The Environmental Practices Committee wants Niles residents to recycle their

broken and outdated strings of holiday lights and old extension cords.The Village of Niles, the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County and Elgin Recycling, Inc. are sponsoring this recycling program.

The collected material will be chopped, separated, baled and sold as a commodity to foundries and mills in the United States.

Residents can drop off their holiday lights and extension cords from now through Feb. 28 at either the Niles Family Fitness Center, located at 987 Civic Center Drive, or the Niles Public Services Building, 6849 W.Touhy Ave.

Presence Saint Benedict to host community bone and joint health program Presence Saint Benedict Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 6930 W.Touhy Ave., Niles, will present a free public program about bone and joint health at 6 p.m. Jan. 29.

Matthew J. Jimenez, M.D., F.A.C.S., will See BRIEFS, page 5

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Police Blotter

The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Morton Grove, Niles, and Park Ridge 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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Brittany D. Peguez, 21, of Chicago, was arrested at the Golf Mill Shopping Center on Jan. 10 after a security guard saw her place eight athletic shirts, two pairs of pants, and one pair of shoes in her purse, worth $333, and attempt to leave the store without paying for the items.

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Obaidullah B. Mirza, 32, of Chicago, was involved in a traffic accident Jan. 10 on the 5800 block of Touhy Street and arrested after police officers on the scene saw that Mirza’s New York state driver’s license was suspended.

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Morton Grove Jason M. Utahal, 33, of Roselle was arrested after being stopped Jan. 3 at the intersection of Dempster Street and Harlem Avenue for traffic violations and found to be wanted on an arrest warrant.

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Evan Cobb Yates, 23, of Skokie, was arrested after being stopped Jan. 4 near the intersection of Dempster Street and Waukegan Road for traffic violations and found to be in possession of cannabis.

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Maribel Solus-Arsetta, 27, of Chicago, was arrested Jan. 4 after being stopped for a traffic violation in the 8900 block of Waukegan Road and found to be driving without a driver’s license.

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Irwin J. Rolle, 20, of Skokie was arrested after being stopped on Jan. 9 for traffic

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violations nest the intersection of Lehigh Avenue and Davis Street and found to be driving with a suspended driver’s license.

An armed robbery was reported at the Great Clips at 6761 Dempster St. on Jan. 3 On Jan. 4, an unknown offender used a victim’s personal information and credit card to make an online purchase at 8100 River Drive.

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On Jan. 5 at 9202 Waukegan Road, police were alerted

to the theft of victim’s iPhone that was left on a counter.

An unknown offender stole two bottles of liquor at 6315 Dempster St. on Jan. 7.

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An unknown offender stole a nail gun on Jan. 1 at 6301 Oakton St.

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Niles A man and woman, both described as being in their 40s, were reported on Jan. 4 of

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entering a jewelry store on the 7900 block of Milwaukee Avenue and asked to look at diamond rings. While an employee was showing the woman diamond rings at the glass display case, the man she was with slid a framed picture that was on top of the display case over to block his side of the display then leaned over the display case and opened the back of it. The man then leaned over the case again, reached his hand inside the case, and removed one diamond ring and then left the store with the ring. The woman

also left the store, after purchasing of an inexpensive item.

On Jan. 10, police were alerted to the apartment of Samuel Shuster, 83, on the 8800 block of Golf in Niles after his son asked police to check in on him when he wasn’t responding to calls. Shuster was found unresponsive in bed and there were no signs of trauma. The Nile Fire Dept. arrived and the victim was pronounced dead. Shuster had a variety of health issues.

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Morton Grove Police assist FBI in searching for bank robber

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

Authorities are searching for a man who robbed a bank on the afternoon of Jan. 11 in north suburban Morton Grove.

At 2:33 p.m., a man whose face was covered by a black and white scarf and wearing a

hood, entered the MB Financial Bank branch on 9147 Waukegan Road and began to make a verbal demand for money, according to FBI spokeswoman Joan Hyde.

Once he received money, he fled the bank on foot.

Hyde said the robber was reported as not being armed,

BRIEFS Continued from page 3 discuss bone health as it relates to osteoporosis and arthritis.

Free parking is available, and refreshments and light appetizers will be served from 5:30 to 6 p.m.

Space is limited, and reservations are necessary.

Call Presence Saint Benedict at 847-647-0003 for reservations or more information.

Niles police to host crime free housing classes for 2013 The Niles Police Department will be offering Crime Free Housing Classes to meet the requirements of the Village’s Crime Free Housing Ordinance.This course is free to residents and property owners of the village of Niles.The six- hour training program includes new laws pertaining to rental properties, leasing, crime free lease addendum, crime prevention tactics, interacting with village agencies and reducing crime in and around your property.

For more information, call Sgt. Robert Tornabene at 847-588-6505.

Park Ridge Police To Partner With Lutheran General Hospital to Hold a PACT Area One,Town Hall Meeting.

The Park Ridge Police Department will partner with Lutheran General Hospital to host the second PACT (Police -And-Community-Together) Area One Town Hall Meeting on Jan. 29.This meeting, facilitated by Beat Team Leader Officer Matt McGannon, will focus on recent criminal activity in the area and local traffic issues.

The meeting will also provide residents with an opportunity to voice their concerns and allow the

and no one involved in the robbery was injured.

Law enforcement officials describe the robber as a white man of unknown age, 5-foot10 to 6-feet tall and weighing about 150 pounds, wearing dark-colored pants, a white T-shirt, a dark-colored hoodie and dark shoes.

Park Ridge Police Department, and LGH Public Safety, to outline their response strategies.The event will take place in the Olson Auditorium at Lutheran General Hospital, 1675 W. Dempster.

The auditorium is located behind Yacktman Pavilion.The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. and is expected to end at 8 p.m.

Lutheran General Hospital will provide light refreshments and free parking in the main garage located in front of the hospital for those attending the meeting.The main garage is most easily accessed from Luther Lane.The meeting is targeted toward those residents and business owners live or work in the department’s northern most police beat, Area 1, but is open to everyone.

To find out which beat you live in, go to www. parkridgepolice.org.

Park Ridge police worked to keep the holidays safe The Park Ridge police department applied for and won a grant offered by the Illinois Department of Transportation called the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program.The STEP program provides funding, specifically, for the selective enforcement of impaired driving violations and occupant restraint violations.

The Park Ridge Police Department was awarded the grant and had extra officers out between Dec. 17, 2012, and Jan. 1, 2013.The additional officers were assigned each day to enforce violations of the Illinois Primary Seatbelt law, Illinois Child Passenger Protection Act, speeding violations and DUIs. The results from this campaign show the Park Ridge Police Department made one arrest for Driving Under the Influence, one arrest for drug possession, one arrest for Suspended/Revoked License and issued 12 occupant restraint citations, four speeding citations and four other citations.

The Morton Grove Police Department issued a news release the same day of the robbery saying they were assisting the FBI, but provided no additional details.

In the past year, there was an increase in bank robberies in the Chicago area. The number bank robberies reached a total

of 218, the most since 2006 when 284 bank robberies were reported.“Close to double what we had in the prior year,” said Hyde.

The bank robber remained at large as of late Friday afternoon, Hyde said. ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com

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ONGOING 9th Annual Community Food Drive. The Village of Niles & Niles Fire Department announce the official kickoff to the 9th annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve/Village of Niles Toys for Tots Drive & Community Food Drive. Niles locations will be collecting non-perishable food items benefiting Niles Family Services and new toy donations during regular business hours beginning November 5 thru December 16, 2012. For more information, call 847-588-6800.

TOPS. 5-7 p.m. every Monday at the Niles Park District Howard Leisure Center, 6676 W. Howard Street, Niles. This not-for-profit weight loss organization meets every Monday. Visitors are welcome. For more information contact Sandie at 847-691-7122.

FISH Seeking Volunteers.

Due to the economy, FISH is experiencing over a 40 percent rise in ridership. It is straining both the volunteer service level and budget. Since 1971, FISH volunteers have been serving Park Ridge and Maine Township residents by providing free rides to medical appointments. To continue to provide a high level of service to all residents of Maine Township, FISH needs volunteers.

Can you spare four hours per month to drive neighbors to medical appointments?

To volunteer, call Ed Oken, President, 847 696-0761.

Meet US Rep Schakowsky’s Representative. 9 a.m. to noon at the Park Ridge Library.

A member of U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky’s Evanston office will be at the library every Wednesday morning to answer your questions about government, health care, retirement issues, immigration visas, and anything else related to federal benefits.

For more information, contact Ann Limjoco at 847-328-3409.

Stroke Club. 3-4:30 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Center for Advanced Care, Room 1220, 1700 Luther Lane, Park Ridge.This is a free program for stroke victims and survivors (plus a guest). Free parking is available in the attached parking garage. For more information contact Meg Potterfield, 847-7234765 or Dorene Wlodarski, 847296-2470.

TOPS Club. 8:30-10 a.m. every Tuesday at the Feldman Rec Center, 8800 W. Kathy Lane, Niles.

Lose weight with TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Everyone is welcome. Call Dorene Wlodarski, 847-296-2470 or Lenore Lunquist, 847-729-2530 for more information.

JANUARY 17 Clarence Culver Spelling Bee. Clarence Culver School will be holding its annual Culver Spelling Bee at 7 p.m.

Closed Captioned New Releases: “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel”. 2 to 4:15 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles.

When seven seniors decide to ‘outsource’ their retirement to a resort in far-off India, friendship and romance blossom in the most unexpected ways. For more information, visit www. nileslibrary.org or call 847-6631234.

Niles’ Songwriters. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Area songwriters are invited to bring original songs to share and get feedback from others in the group. For more information, visit www.nileslibrary.org or call 847-663-1234.

Reading with Rover. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Does your child need to build confidence when reading out loud? Our friendly dogs are great listeners, always positive and always fun to relax with. For kids in grades K+ (beginning to advanced readers). Call 847-6636622 or drop by Youth Services to sign up for a 20-min slot. For more information, visit www. nileslibrary.org or call 847-6631234.

JANUARY 18 Sizzling Hot Jazz on a Cold Night. 8 p.m. at the park Ridge Community Church, 100 S. Courtland Ave. The Great Hall at Park Ridge Community Church will be transformed into an intimate nightclub, featuring distinguished local jazz musician Kent Wehman and a sizzling ensemble of Bruce Nelson, Mike Levin, Tim Seisser and Neal Wehman. This fabulous concert will include jazz classics by Charlie Parker, Pat Metheny and W. C. Handy. This is a downtown kind of night without the traffic, prices, or parking. Friday is Family Night when tickets for children and students are $10 and adult tickets are only $30 in advance or $35 at the door. All tickets for

Calendar Saturday night’s performance are $30 per person in advance or $35 ! at the door. Tickets may be ordered by calling the church office at 847-823-3164. Drinks and light edibles will be available for purchase at the concert.

Doors open at 7 p.m. Cabaret seating is limited so make your reservations now.

Shakespeare Project of Chicago: “A Woman Killed With Kindness”. 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles.

Critically acclaimed among Thomas Heywood’s works is this drama of property and marriage, adultery and revenge first performed in 1603. Performed here as a theatrical reading by professional actors of the Shakespeare Project of Chicago.

For more information, visit www.nileslibrary.org or call 847663-1234.

JANURY 19 Sizzling Hot Jazz on a Cold Night. 8 p.m. at the park Ridge Community Church, 100 S. Courtland Ave. The Great Hall at Park Ridge Community Church will be transformed into an intimate nightclub, featuring distinguished local jazz musician Kent Wehman and a sizzling ensemble of Bruce Nelson, Mike Levin, Tim Seisser and Neal Wehman. This fabulous concert will include jazz classics by Charlie Parker, Pat Metheny and W. C. Handy. This is a downtown kind of night without the traffic, prices, or parking. Friday is Family Night when tickets for children and students are $10 and adult tickets are only $30 in advance or $35 at the door. All tickets for Saturday night’s performance are $30 per person in advance or $35 ! at the door. Tickets may be ordered by calling the church office at 847-823-3164. Drinks and light edibles will be available for purchase at the concert.

Doors open at 7 p.m. Cabaret seating is limited so make your reservations now. eBook & eReader Fair. 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Do you own an ereader or are you trying to decide which device is best for you? Drop by to try a variety of devices from Sony, Nook, Kindle, and iPad. For more information, visit www. nileslibrary.org or call 847-6631234.

JANUARY 21 Mancala Workshop. 2 to3:30

p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Make your own Mancala set, learn the history of the game, play with the sets we create, and have a mini Mancala Tournament. For kids in grades K-8. For more information, visit www.nileslibrary.org or call 847-663-1234.

Stretch, Bend, Breathe: Yoga for Kids. 4 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Learn yoga poses and breathing techniques and feel relaxed and energized afterward. For kids in grades K-8. For more information, visit www.nileslibrary.org or call 847663-1234.

JANUARY 23 eBook & eReader Fair. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Do you own an ereader or are you trying to decide which device is best for you? Drop by to try a variety of devices from Sony, Nook, Kindle, and iPad. For more information, visit www.nileslibrary.org or call 847-663-1234.

JANUARY 24 International Film Series: “A Separation” (Persian). 2 to 4:15 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. A married couple has to decide whether to improve the life of their child by moving to another country or to stay in Iran and look after a parent who has Alzheimer’s. For more information, visit www. nileslibrary.org or call 847-6631234.

JANUARY 25 Astronaut Training Camp. 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles.

Do you have what it takes to join the next crew headed into to stratosphere? Please contact launch headquarters at 847663-6622 to register. For kids in grades K-4. For more information, visit www.nileslibrary.org or call 847-663-1234.

JANUARY 26 Windows 8 for Beginners.

10 a.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Curious about the newest version of Windows or want to learn how to effectively use your new Windows 8 powered PC? A live demo lecture will be followed by a Q&A session. For more information, visit www. nileslibrary.org or call 847-663-

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Saturday Family Movie: “Madagascar 3”. 2 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Join us for a free big-screen movie and a movie treat! For more information, visit www.nileslibrary.org or call 847663-1234.

JANUARY 28 Lego Club. 4 to 5 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Join us on the 4th Monday of each month to create Lego masterpieces at our Lego Club. For kids in grades K-8. For more information, visit www.nileslibrary.org or call 847663-1234.

JANUARY 29 Niles Needlers. 3 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Love to knit or crochet? Grab your latest project and join us in the Niles Library board room. For more information, visit www. nileslibrary.org or call 847-6631234.

Lyric Opera Lecture Series: La Boheme. 7 to 8 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Learn about the operas, the composers and the performances while listening to excerpts from recordings of the operas in the 2012-2013 schedule. For more information, visit www.nileslibrary.org or call 847-663-1234.

JANUARY 30 Early Out @ The Library.

12:30 to 3 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Out of school early today? Test drive our ereaders and tablets, take a tour of the Niles Library and see what other cool stuff we have to offer teens!

For more information, visit www. nileslibrary.org or call 847-6631234.

JANUARY 31 Reading with Rover. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960W Oakton St.,Niles.Does your child need to build confidence when reading out loud? Our friendly dogs are great listeners, always positive and always fun to relax with. For kids in grades K+ (beginning to advanced readers).

Call 847-663-6622 or drop by Youth Services to sign up for a 20-min slot. For more information, visit www.nileslibrary.org or call 847-663-1234.

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Guest Columnist

Do you really need a lot of ammo, a military style rifle?

Any American of Korean descent knows the story of how Korean shopkeepers organized in the face of the 1992 LA Riots to protect their shops, community and selves.They refer to it as SahE-Goo, literally 4-2-9, the date of the acquittal of LA Police officers for the beating of Rodney King.

What followed was six days of ravenous looting, violent physical assault (remember Reginald Denny or Fidel Lopez?), willful arson (over $1 billion in property damage) and even murder.

After seeing his store’s security guard murdered before his very eyes, Kee Whan Ha, a business owner, organized members of the Korea Town community into a militia to protect themselves.

The police were completely overwhelmed, and these i n n o c e n t shopkeepers, s i m p l e businessmen, were on their own.They relied on the AR-15 semi-automatic rifle, the civilian version of the fully automatic military model. They also made use of high-capacity magazines to save lives. That’s right, they saved lives by having a high- capacity magazine and a military-style rifle. Because they had plenty of ammo, they were able to fire warning shots and turn away

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groups of marauders looking for loot and mayhem. They not only saved their own lives and the lives of innocents, but spared the guilty with warning shots.

Sometimes just the appearance of the weapon itself was enough to cause roving scum to turn tail.

It was crazy that their sleepy, normally calm neighborhood turned into an instant war zone.

The rioting only ended after the California National Guard and U.S. Marines from Camp Pendleton were called in with their real machine guns to quell the riot. Fifty-three people were killed and thousands injured, but Korean town was spared. How many more might have been saved or protected if only they,

too, had guns and ammo?

Or take the story of Melinda Herman, the Georgia mother, and her twin 9-year-olds who were hunted throughout their house by a robber. Melinda did everything liberals tell us to do. She ran upstairs, locked the bedroom door, ran into the bathroom and locked it, too. Then she slipped into a crawlspace with her kids and called for help.The scumbag tore through three doors and opened the crawlspace to go after them, his intent no longer “simple robbery,” but much worse.At that point, Melinda unloaded all six shots from her revolver with five hitting the criminal. Lucky for her, he fled the scene, because

she was out of ammunition.

What if he’d brought a friend or if it were an entire gang? Would any person in their right mind not want her to reload and fire as many rounds as it took to stop the attack?

How about the 15-year-old Houston boy who recently used his dad’s AR-15 to protect himself and his 12-year-old sister against two home invaders. Would those two kids have been better off disarmed?

Crime and violence are all around us. It happens in an instant when we least expect it, and no criminal asks for a license to rob, rape or murder. Why put the burden on the honest and the innocent?

Letters to the Editor

Screening potential candidates I am writing this letter as a former Vice President of the Action Party as well as a member of the Screening Committee for many years.

Most people have never participated in the screening process, so have no idea how it works. The potential candidate is interviewed by the members of the committee and he or she provides a resume’ to be reviewed. They are allowed to give the reasons they feel they are qualified for the position they are seeking.

As part of the process, they must also pledge their support to the individuals that are chosen to be slated for election whether they are chosen or not.

This is a crucial part of the entire process. It shows the candidates

loyalty and sense of integrity to the election process.

As you know, this year the Action Party selected Dan Staackmann to be their choice as the candidate for Mayor in the April election. Dan DiMaria was also screened for the position, but was not chosen by the committee.

What did he do ? He chose to run against Dan Staackmann in a Primary.This is something that shows to me his total disregard for the election process and his lack of integrity. How can we trust a person like this to be the Mayor of Morton Grove when he goes against his own political organization? What happened to the promise he made to support the slate as chosen? If he can break that

solemn promise what else will he be willing to do to achieve his goals?

He has been a trustee for the last four years. If he had issue with the way the village was being run, why not address them while he was sitting on the Village Board? It is much easier to criticize than to take the initiative to make the changes that you feel are necessary.

Please look at more than the promises made during this primary election. Look at the individuals and you will see that Dan Staackmann is the candidate with proven trust and integrity that can and HAS served our Village well.

Peggy Flickinger-Friewer Morton Grove

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Schools

207’s Best honored for December academic achievement Maine Township High School District 207 seniors Benjamin Brissette of Maine West, John Depa of Maine East and Natalie Kirchhoff of Maine South were recently recognized as 207’s Best for academic achievement in December by the board of education.

West Principal Dr. Audrey Haugan noted that Brissette’s “ s c i e n c e teacher has been down to my office six times this year already, nominating him for every Brissette

academic award possible.”

Brissette began taking West courses when he was in seventh grade. He spent a summer doing research at Lurie Children’s Hospital and submitted a project for Siemens National Competition in math, science and technology. He has earned a 4.714 grade point average through course loads filled with advanced placement and accelerated classes. He has twice scored a perfect 36 on the ACT. Brissette also is co-president of Maine West’s Principal’s Leadership Team, a P.E. Senior Leader, vocalist, actor, athlete and a leader in his Scout troop.

Depa has compiled a 4.86 GPA

as a member of the school’s Gifted Lyceum program and currently carries three AP courses. His extracurricular activities Depa i n c l u d e National Honor Society and school theater, where he has performed as a cast member in every East play and musical since his freshman year.

Depa also has served as station manager for WMTH radio and participated in Demonaires, the Math Team, National Forensics

League, speech team and Thespian Troupe.This fall he was an emcee for the school’s annual variety show.

Maine East Principal Dr. Michael Pressler said Depa “truly exemplifies the Maine East “R Code” values of being responsible, respectful, and ready for school.”

Kirchhoff has earned a 4.95 GPA and ranks in the top 1 percent of her class.

She has taken numerous AP classes, scored a 34 on her Kirchhoff ACT and is

a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist. She has been recognized as an AP Scholar, Illinois State Scholar, National Hispanic Scholar and Peggy Ross Best American History Scholar.

Kirchhoff also excels outside the classroom, serving as a Hawk Pride leader, social chairperson of South’s Student Council, Southwords writer, and an officer of the French and Spanish Clubs. She has been a member of the Math, Scholastic Bowl and Constitution teams.

In addition, she has volunteered with Women In Need Growing Stronger (WINGS).

The 207’s Best program recognizes outstanding students monthly throughout the school year.

Students honored for improved performance Maine Township High School District 207 seniors Brenda Gomez of Maine West, Megan Milito of Maine South and Brandy Genna Rubin of Maine East were recently recognized 207’s Best for improved performance for January by the board of education.

W e s t Principal Dr. Audrey Haugan said Gomez presents a case study in developing a work ethic.

She noted that during Gomez’s Gomez early days at West,“her grades were not great, and she did not seem to have an interest in Maine West.” By her own admission, she did little homework.

During her sophomore year, Gomez began to change her ways, pulling a low freshman GPA up to 2.5, which she boosted to 3.4 as a junior before earning all A’s and B’s to date in her senior year. “We are proud of Brenda, particularly because she has made these changes on her own,” Haugan said.

Milito’s improved perfor mance occurred t h r o u g h Milito

relentless determination to deal with dyslexia. Of her early school years, she wrote “I would sit back in my chair, ducking from my teacher’s view, praying for my name not to be called..”

Today her courses include advanced placement classes.

She also is a Hawk Pride Leader, P.E. Leader and member of the Hawkettes.

Rubin is this year’s president of Demon-ocracy and East’s Mock Trial team. She is a member of Amnesty International and DECA. Principal Dr. Michael Pressler noted that Rubin has held a GPA above 4.0 so far this year, a major improvement from the low GPA of her first three years, when circumstances outside of the classroom made it difficult for her to Rubin perform well in the rigorous courses she selected.

“Her current A-level work more accurately reflects who she is and her potential,” Pressler said.

The 207’s Best program recognizes outstanding students monthly throughout the school year. Academic achievement awards are given in four months.

Extracurricular achievement, community service, improved

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H o ro s c o p e s The mind is a terrible thing to waste. Frequent phone calls can interrupt concentration. Plan ahead; arrange for a period of peace and quiet in the upcoming week to master a new skill or study.

You shot an arrow into the air, it comes to earth you know not where. If you commence a serious study or research business techniques in the week ahead, it may snowball into something valuable.

If you put your “getup-and-go” on full throttle, you can go far in the week ahead. Be a mover and a shaker in the business world to receive recognition and attention. Pursuing amorous fancies is futile.

Put on your thinking cap. Other people challenge you to think things through this week. Develop a plan of action for the future. Rather than acting on every passing whim, consider the big picture.

Sharpen your wits to remain on the cutting edge. The people you meet in the week ahead might not remain in your life very long, but could offer powerful insights and open your eyes to exciting possibilities.

Forget your fear of heights. Honesty is not only the best policy, but the only policy that will get you up the ladder of success in the week ahead. Investigate and discover the facts and take time to study.

Receive rave reviews.

Start any matter that needs to receive widespread publicity to succeed or where your people skills can be used to your advantage. Remain open to progressive concepts this week.

Polish your public image in the week ahead. What you think of yourself is more important than what other people think of you. Your resourcefulness and flair at work can bring you attention or recognition.

Sometimes the teacher learns the most from the students.

During the upcoming week, you may understand more when called upon to show someone how to perform a task or explain a concept.

Don’t let what you can’t do stop you from doing what you can do. In the week ahead, you will be able to visualize future possibilities. Your evaluation of people and potential is better than usual.

It’s not what you know, but whom you know that counts. Form alliances with powerful people this week, and fame and fortune could rub off on you. A special someone could show extra affection.

Sail with the current, not against it. The latest news, the most recent fads, and most innovative technology may attract you in the week ahead. You may be easily distracted if paid a compliment by an admirer.

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Bugle Kids

INSIDE: Notre Dame overcomes slow start to beat Conant, page 12; Rehberger leading Resurrection girls hoops, page 13

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Quinn’s free throws in OT lifts Hawks

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

By his own admission, Maine South forward Danny Quinn wasn’t playing his “A” game throughout most of the Hawks’ CSL South showdown opposite division-leading New Trier Friday, Jan. 11.

Coach Tony Lavorato, in fact, benched Quinn for a stretch during the second half.

But one thing Lavorato emphasizes to his players is to block out what’s occurred previously and concentrate on the next play. It’s something Quinn took to heart when he reentered the game.

Quinn had hit two of four freethrow attempts in regulation— the game went into overtime tied at 43—and then missed the front end of a one-and-bonus in the OT period. However, the 6-6 senior came up huge, nailing two free throws with 40.9 seconds to go in OT. Those proved to be the game winners as the Hawks held off the Trevians, 47-45. Maine South’s victory puts it in a tie with the Trevians for first in the division halfway through the conference season, with both clubs sporting 4-1 records.

“My teammates kept me in it,” said Quinn, whose five points all came from behind the freethrow line. “I was struggling; I was playing out of my game. We worked on free throws. I was trying to focus on what we had worked on, the fundamentals, and I was able to hit two at the end.”

“He stuck two … two of the bigger free throws of his career,” Lavorato said.“I’m very proud of him. It’s not about what percent you’re at. It’s about blowing it out and winning games at the free throw line and he was able to do it.”

Asked about sitting Quinn in the second half, Lavorato grinned as he said,“It was all love.We just gave him a hug and told him to play better. I got after him a little bit, but I think when you’re in an environment like this, it’s very easy to come outside yourself.

What we needed to do is get back to our team approach offensively and defensively. I thought we had some really good possessions.”

New Trier had one more possession following Quinn’s free throws to try and send the game into a second overtime, but guard Reid Berman missed a jumper in the closing seconds.

“We wanted to be tight, but yet aggressive,” said Lavorato, describing the Hawks’ defensive mindset down the stretch. “We wanted to make it tough on Berman. Berman makes their offense go; he’s a late-game guy.

He always wants the ball in his hands and we really tried to deny him the ball.”

The Hawks grabbed a 4340 lead on a John Solari inside hoop, but New Trier’s 6-4 senior jumping jack Steven Cook completed a traditional threepoint play with 3:18 to go that deadlocked the game at 43-43.

Interestingly, the Trevians chose to hold the ball for well over two minutes towards the end of the game. Cook (gamehigh 22 points) had a good look along the baseline with 3.5 seconds left, but missed a 12-foot shot. A last-second three point attempt by Hawks guard Frank Dounis also missed, sending the game into overtime.

Lavorato is breathing a sigh of relief that the Hawks only have to face Cook—who had two slam dunks in the first half off of steals—once more in the conference.

See HAWKS, page 15

Mike Sandrolini/Bugle Staff

Senior guard Frank Dounis of Maine South scored five points and had four assists in Friday’s 47-45 overtime win over New Trier.

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Dons whip Conant after sluggish half

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

The Dons weren’t the Dons during the first half of a nonconference meeting with host Conant Saturday, Jan. 12.

Their shooting from the field was off, and their overall intensity wasn’t up to par—factors that enabled Conant to take a 19-14 halftime lead.

But the Dons did a complete 180 in the second half. They found their outside shot and smothered the Cougars with relentless defensive pressure, so much so that Conant’s regulars managed just one basket through 13:26 of the second half.

Notre Dame, coming off a hardfought 63-53 overtime victory against Nazareth Academy the night before, ended up breezing to a 46-32 win over Conant.

“We wanted to come out with energy and we didn’t do that in the first half,” said Notre Dame senior guard Jake Maestranzi, who transferred from South Elgin prior to the start of the school year. “When we got into the locker room our coaches and

team emphasized energy and keep putting everything on the floor.”

The Dons opened quarter No. 3 with a 14-0 run, capped by an Eddie Serrano basket, to roar ahead, 28-19. The Cougars (11-8) didn’t pick up their first and only point of the quarter until there was 1:45 showing on the clock.

Serrano and Matt Mooney each pumped in 13 points to lead the Dons, and the duo combined for 11 in the decisive third quarter.

“To be honest, we weren’t mentally prepared (in the first half),” Serrano said.“We came out in the second half with a sense of urgency. I thought we played a lot better as a team. We moved the ball well; we sped them up a little bit and then we played the basketball that we’re used to playing.”

The scrappy Serrano isn’t known for his scoring, but he got his share of offensive opportunities throughout the second half, tallying all of his points during those final 16 minutes.

See DONS, page 14

Mike Sandrolini/Bugle Staff

Junior Duante Stephens, who scored 11 points on Saturday, works inside against Conant.

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Rehberger, Bandits making noise in GCAC Red

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

The basketball-rich GCAC Red Conference boasts Loyola Academy, last year’s Class 4A fourth-place team; Trinity, a Class 3A supersectional qualifier in 2010; and Mother McAuley, a former Class AA state champion.

But Resurrection and leading scorer Liz Rehberger may be the division’s best-kept secret.

After brushing aside conference opponent St. Joseph (Westchester), 60-34, last Thursday, the Bandits went above .500 in the league standings (3-2).

And Rehberger, who’s averaging 19.5 points per game, fired in 17 to top all scorers … a feat she’s accomplished several times so far this season.

Among Rehberger’s more noteworthy scoring efforts: •36 points in a two-point loss to Barrington—a west suburban daily newspaper top 15 team—at the Dundee-Crown tournament; •27 in an 86-64 loss to Fenwick, among the top 15 teams in both Chicago metro daily newspaper polls; •32 in an 89-48 victory over St. Francis de Sales; •21 in a 62-46 loss to Trinity, a top five team in one Chicago metro daily poll.

Keith Miniscalco doesn’t mince words when he says Rehberger is one of the top players in the GCAC. “Underrated? I believe she is,” Miniscalco said. “If you look at the stats across the board I think she’s one of the top players in the conference right now.”

Rehberger’s outside shot isn’t a classic textbook jumper. It’s more of a set shot where she oftentimes brings the ball up from her hip before she lets the shot go.

“That’s basically how I’ve shot all my life,” Rehberger said with a smile.

But there’s no arguing the success. She’s hitting 47 percent from the field, including 42 percent from the three-point arc, and is shooting 81 percent from the line. All three figures lead the team.

“She’s very effective and very consistent,” Miniscalco said. “We try to get her the ball as much as we can off of our plays. She’s done very well for us this year.”

Both Miniscalco and Rehberger—an All-GCAC performer last year who also

Mike Sandrolini/Bugle Staff

Resurrection senior guard Liz Rehberger drives the lane during the Bandits’ 60-34 victory over St. Joseph (Westchester) Thursday night.

Rehberger led her team with 17 points.

was the team MVP—credits the return of senior point guard Kelly Barzowski to the lineup as a big reason for Rehberger’s noticeable uptick in her scoring average this season. Barzowski tore her ACL the summer before last season and didn’t get back onto the court until late in the year.

“You see Kelly out on the floor,” Miniscalco said. “She’s a great passer and she makes

things happen. That’s opened up Lizzie’s game.”

“She makes things happen on the floor,” Rehberger added.

“Alyssa Ruehl also contributes a lot and Kate Moriarty has really stepped up.”

Moriarty, a junior, is the Bandits’ main inside threat and their top rebounder (8.2 per game).

She’s averaging just over nine points per game, scoring 14 vs.

St. Joseph. Ruehl, a senior who

tossed in 11 against St. Joesph, is the Bandits’ third-leading scorer at 8.3 points per game.

“We all try to equally pass it around,” Rehberger said. “If Alyssa’s hot one day, it goes to her a lot or to Katie Mo. Definitely we’re looking for whoever.”

But Rehberger is not all offense. She gets the job done on the other end, too. The senior leads the team in steals and pass deflections, and can rebound. She

pulled down seven boards and notched five steals vs. St. Joseph.

“She’s quite a good defensive player,” Miniscalco said.“She’s got quick hands.”

The Bandits, now 14-8 after a 59-36 non-conference victory over Taft on Saturday, have been holding their own in conference and tournament play this season. Their two GCAC Red See REHBERGER, page 15

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Hawks start new year with CSL South win

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

Maine South’s girls basketball team, back in action for the first time since winning the DundeeCrown Charger Classic Dec. 29, outlasted New Trier, 42-34, in a CSL South contest Friday night.

Jacqui Grant and Mackenzie Duffy scored 14 and 12 points, respectively, for the Hawks (172, 4-2).

•Resurrection’s Alyssa Ruehl helped launch her team to a 6252 GCAC Red victory over Regina with consecutive three-pointers to begin the fourth period.

Ruehl’s treys broke the game open for Rez, which held a twopoint lead (47-45) going into the final quarter. Ruehl finished with 13 points, Kate Moriarty pumped in a team-high 15 and Liz Rehberger added 11.

•Maine East, behind a career scoring night from junior point guard Jazlene Gonzalez, held off a fourth-quarter run by Niles North Jan. 8 to win the CSL North game, 45-35.

Gonzalez netted 23 points and combined with Maria Protic for five straight points during

the final period that gave the Demons a 39-32 advantage after Niles North had cut Maine East’s lead to 34-32.

The Demons fell behind 16-8 at the end of the first quarter, but surged ahead 26-18. Elanta Slowek tallied eight points for Maine East.

Last Thursday, the Demons improved to 4-2 in the CSL North and inched closer to the .500 mark overall (9-11) after knocking off Glenbrook North, 54-46. Shaylee Sloan led all scorers with 22 points, including 10 in the first quarter as Maine East marched to a 20-11 lead.

•Niles West went two overtimes with CSL South opponent Waukegan Friday night and defeated the Warriors, 42-28. The Wolves (4-12, 2-4) held a seven-point lead in the fourth quarter, but managed just five second-half points, enabling Waukegan to tie it.

Jasmine Townsend and Jalynn Estrada scored the go-ahead baskets for Niles West in the second overtime to break a 3838 deadlock. Townsend netted 11 to top all Niles West scorers.

Julia Easter contributed nine and

Molly Kleppin eight. Waukegan remains winless for the season (0-13, 0-6).

BOYS BASKETBALL Maine East (5-7,1-3) committed several turnovers during the first half of its CSL North contest versus Niles North, which led to a 68-40 loss on Jan. 8.Abby George was the Demons’ top scorer with nine points and Ezeke Omeke had eight. Last Friday night, the Demons suffered their lowest scoring output of the season in a 60-17 CSL North loss to Glenbrook North.

WRESTLING Notre Dame easily swept past two ESCC opponents on Friday night, 64-6 over Joliet Catholic and 68-7 over Nazareth.

The Dons went on the road Saturday to Grant High School to take on Grant and Mundelein.

Grant defeated the Dons, 40-12, but Notre Dame came back to beat Mundelein, 36-22.

Key victories for the Dons over the weekend were registered by 220-pound junior Michael Mulcrone, who edged a Nazareth opponent, 2-1. Mulcrone (17-9) also pinned his opponent from Grant on Saturday, while Jimmy Gallardo, 21-3 at 113, scored a 6-1 decision over Grant.

Senior 106-pounder Chris Sommers is 21-6 so far this season, while two freshmen, Jake Barzowski (120) and Dino

DONS Continued from page 12 “The floor opened up a little bit, I saw some driving lanes and I took advantage of it,” Serrano said. “We have five guys that can all dribble the ball and it causes mismatches a lot of times so I saw a hole in the defense and took advantage of that.”

“Eddie’s a competitor, Eddie’s a winner,” said Notre Dame coach Tom Les. “If we need him to rebound, he rebounds. If we need him to defend, he defends.

He does whatever it is we need to get the job done.”

Duante Stephens’ layup off a Conant turnover upped the Dons’ lead to 33-20 at the end of the quarter. Stephens added 11 points.

Gutierrez (126) are 21-8 and 1212 respectively.

Kevin Brand, a senior, is 14-11 at 132 and senior Josh Boggess is 15-2 at 138. Roark Whittington sports a 14-1 record at 145, Sean Heneghan is 19-6 at 152 and Joe Cortese is 15-3 at 160 (all are seniors).

Meanwhile, 160-170-pound freshman Tyler Tsaglis is 9-4, sophomore Marco Orlandi is 14-6 at 170, and Robert Hill, a junior, is 17-10 at 182. Rounding out the Dons’ lineup is sophomore Nico Portikalis (16-11) at 195 and senior Gino Orlandi (21-7) at heavyweight.

•Maine South notched a big CSL South dual meet victory, 4025, over New Trier, the defending conference champion, last Thursday.

Both clubs were missing starters due to illness and injuries, but the Hawks dominated nonetheless. The Hawks won nine matches—three by pin and six by decision.

Scoring wins via pin were seniors Tom Halverson and Mike Garvey at 145 and 160 pounds, respectively, and freshman Ibrahim Nasir at 195 in his first varsity match.

Decisions went to Jake Bess at 106, Tommy Brewster at 152, Zach Taalman at 170, Andrew Dyer at 182 and heavyweight Andrew Kopplin. Terry Calkins won by forfeit at 126.

On Saturday, the Hawks placed eighth out of 15 squads at the Batavia Invitational. Brewster

continued his dominance for the Hawks, winning the 152-pound title with a 4-3 overtime victory over an opponent from Downers North. Calkins finished runnerup at 126, Garvey and Dyer were fourth at 160 and 182, respectively; Taalman was fifth at 170, as was Kevin Collins at 220; and Halverson took sixth at 145.

“We played a difficult game last night; we went to overtime,” Les said. “So we challenged our guys at halftime. We challenged our guys to get down and guard.

Conant is a tough team to play because you have to play defense for 30 or 35 seconds (each possession).”

The Dons accomplished that, forcing Conant into 12 secondhalf turnovers.

“We attempted to try and make a few more things happen,” Les said. “I believe in aggressiveness both offensively and defensively.”

Notre Dame went 7 of 22 from the floor during the first half and missed its first five attempts from the floor in the second quarter.

“We didn’t score many baskets in the first half, so obviously we hit a couple (to start the second half) and got them (Conant) sped up a little bit.They made a couple

of tough passes that we deflected and we got easy buckets.”

The Dons visit St. Patrick Friday night for an important ESCC game.

“It’s a very difficult place to play in and it’s going to be a tough league game,” Les said.

“The following Tuesday we’re at Waukegan. We’re trying to get ourselves ready because we have a tough league and we’re trying to get ourselves ready for the end of the season tournaments.”

On Friday night, Nazareth Academy took the Dons to overtime, but Notre Dame, thanks to Stephenson’s eight points in the OT period, prevailed over the Roadrunners.

Stephenson finished with 20 points; Mooney and Serrano scored 12 apiece. Stephens also had 10.

BOYS SWIMMING Niles West took part in Saturday’s Glenbrook South relays, finishing seventh out of eight teams with 148 points.

The top placewinners for Niles West were two relay teams: the 200 breaststroke relay, consisting of Piotr Chmielewski, Sergei Lemesh, Max Romanelli and Earl Chough, and the 200 backstroke relay of Nate Block, Patrick Abrahams, Ryan Smith and Dan Perlovsky.

GIRLS BOWLING Resurrection was led by Luisa Velez, who notched her team’s high game (199) and high series (568) in the Bandits’ 2,689 to 2,105 GCAC dual over Regina on Jan. 9.

Sami Comiskey was right behind with a 567 series and 192 high game. Jenny Voss complemented the Bandits with a 193 high game and 540 series.

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BOYS Points per game Jean Pietrzak, Westmont Morris Dunnigan, Joliet West Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East Matt Mooney, Notre Dame Nick Norton, Downers North Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook David McCoy, Niles West Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North Ben Moore, Bolingbrook Ryan Peter, JCA Jordan Cannon, Downers South Darrin Myers, Minooka Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central John Solari, Maine South Alonzo Garrett, Plainfield South Robert Mara, Downers South Duante Stephens, Notre Dame Rebounds per game Robert Mara, Downers South Ben Moore, Bolingbrook Jean Pertrzak, Westmont Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central Devo Goodlow, Plainfield Central Ryan Peter, JCA Eddie Serrano, Notre Dame David McCoy, Niles West Andre Hardy, Joliet West John Solari, Maine South Josh Smith, Plainfield East David Robinson, Lockport Matt Mooney, Notre Dame Mohammad Qureshi, Niles West Corey Evak, Plainfield North Assists Jake Maestranzi, Notre Dame Donte Stephenson, Notre Dame Kris Pierce, Westmont Caleb Demarigny, Maine South Danny Spinuzza, Downers South Christian Diaz, Romeoville Frank Dounis, Maine South Ahmad Gibson, Niles West C.J. Redmond, Bolingbrook

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HAWKS Continued from page 11 “God is he good,” Lavorato said.

“What he does so well is that he has such a high motor. And he goes on every shot. He doesn’t get rebounds for himself. He keeps it alive, he tips it, he kicks it out. He’s always got his hand on the ball and he really hurt us in the first half defensively, too.”

Solari, whose 18 points led the Hawks, scored the only basket in overtime off a feed from Quinn which put them in front, 45-43. The senior also had four assists and was showered

REHBERGER Continued from page 13 losses occurred against Trinity and Loyola—the latter a 63-62

Curtis Harringron, Plainfield Central Ben Moore, Bolingbrook Daniel LoGiuarto, Westmont Perry Jones, Minooka Kendall Guyton, Bolingbrook Ryan Peter, JCA Marcus Fair, Plainfield North Shakar Washington, JCA Darrin Myers, Minooka Steals Donte Stephenson, Notre Dame Jake Maestranzi, Notre Dame Kris Pierce, Westmont Tray Simmons, Downers South Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Ben Moore, Bolingbrook Jean Pietrzak, Westmont Kendall Guyton, Bolingbrook C.J. Redmond, Bolingbrook Curtis Harringron, Plainfield Central Daniel LoGiuarto, Westmont John Campbell, Lockport Danny Spinuzza, Downers South Caleb Demarigny, Maine South Carl Terrell, Joliet West David McCoy, Niles West Field Goal % Miles Snowden, Plainfield South Shawn Goff, Plainfield South Romeo Magliore, Niles West George Sargeant, Maine South John Solari, Maine South Ben Moore, Bolingbrook Joe Younan, Niles West Kenny Williams, Bolingbrook Justin Windt, Plainfield Central Nick Norton, Downers North Greg Pietrzak, Westmont Kendall Guyton, Bolingbrook Tim Smith, Joliet West Danny Quinn, Maine South Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East Free throw % Jake Maestranzi, Notre Dame Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North Ahmad Gibson, Niles West

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Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Mitch Young, Plainfield Central Keith Craig, JCA Jimmy Moon, Romeoville Ryan Modiest, Joliet West Rinas Barsketis, Downers North Derrick Lockhart, Lockport 3-pointers Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Jimmy Moon, Romeoville Joe Younan, Niles West Alonzo Garrett, Plainfield South Daniel Dwyer, Westmont Jordan Cannon, Downers South Caleb Demarigny, Maine South Rashad Steele, Romeoville

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GIRLS Points per game Liz Rehberger, Resurrection Carlie Corrigan, Plainfield North Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Nikia Edom, Plainfield East Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Kiera Currie, Romeoville Jacqui Grant, Maine South Faith Suggs, Plainfield East Bernasia Fox, Joliet Central Sarah Costello, Downers North Regan Carmichael, Maine South Naomi Mayes, Lockport Kaitlyn O’Boye, Plainfield North Jaida Green, Downers North Gabby Williams, Plainfield East Angelica Osusky, Romeoville Nina Maggio, Plainfield East Abby Smith, Romeoville Kate Moriarty, Resurrection Alyssa Ruehl, Resurrection Anna Novak, Lockport Brianna Harris, Romeoville Valencia Chandler, Joliet West Izzy GreenBlatt, Downers North Mackenzie Duffy, Maine South Nicole Pease, Plainfield Central

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Hailey Schoneman, Maine South Jenae Rowe, Joliet West Kelly Barzowski, Resurrection Molly Kleppin, Niles West Rebounds per game Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Carlie Corrigan, Plainfield North Kiera Currie, Romeoville Chavon Banks, Joliet Central Aaliyah Stepney, Joliet West Gabby Williams, Plainfield East Kate Moriarty, Resurrection Jacqui Grant, Maine South Chantell Mack, Joliet Central Valencia Chandler, Joliet West Faith Suggs, Plainfield East Sarah Costello, Downers North Vicky Orasco, Joliet West Peyton Winters, Downers North Jenae Rowe, Joliet West Taylor Weck, Plainfield North Jade Anthony, Plainfield Central Julia Easter, Niles West Abby Smith, Romeoville Assists Kelly Barzowski, Resurrection Abby Smith, Romeoville Sarah Costello, Downers North Regan Carmichael, Maine South Angelica Osusky, Romeoville Erin Kieny, Maine South Mackenzie Duffy, Maine South Gina Mathews, Plainfield East Nikia Edom, Plainfield East Steals Sarah Costello, Downers North Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Abby Smith, Romeoville Liz Rehberger, Resurrection Kiera Currie, Romeoville Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Angelica Osusky, Romeoville Regan Carmichael, Maine South Kelly Barzowski, Resurrection Nikia Edom, Plainfield East Nina Maggio, Plainfield East

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with superlatives by Lavorato afterward.

“He’s a calming effect,”Lavorato said. “He’s someone who’s been with me for four years. He’s heard a lot of what I say and he knows where we’re coming from. So he’s able to echo it from a player’s perspective and that’s really good stuff.”

Sophomore Caleb deMarigny, whose three-pointer enabled Maine South to pull within a point of the Trevians just before halftime (21-20), was the only other Hawk in double figures with10 points.

The Hawks turned around Saturday and knocked another conference leader from the

undefeated ranks, this time whipping Taft, 67-43. The Hawks’ last five wins have been over teams with previously undefeated records in their respective conferences. Taft is a member of the Chicago Public League Red North Quinn and George Sargeant each finished with 15 points and five rebounds vs. Taft, while Solari also had 15 points and seven boards. Dounis scored nine, and deMarigny contributed eight assists and three steals.

Maine South took a few days off following a hectic late December schedule which included four games at the Proviso West Holiday Classic.

But the Hawks were back at it Jan. 7 for their first game of the Galesburg Martin Luther King Tournament, which Maine South hosted.

The Hawks (12-3), who’ll travel to Galesburg during the Martin Luther King holiday weekend to play the bulk of the tournament games, showed no signs of rust, pummeling Minooka 61-31.

Andrew Palucki led a trio of Maine South double-figure scorers with 15 points. Dounis contributed 13 points and six rebounds, and Solari turned in solid, all-around numbers with 10 points, eight rebounds and five assists.

overtime defeat Dec. 4. They took second place at the Niles North Thanksgiving Tournament, winning four straight before falling in the title game. And they advanced to the consolation championship game at the

Dundee-Crown Charger Classic held the final week of 2012.

Rehberger likes her team’s chances the rest of the year.

“I definitely think that we’ve been playing really well,” she said. “We’ve had two big wins in

a row. Regina (Dominican, a 6252 victory Jan. 7) and now this. I think that if we keep playing the way we’re playing that we could definitely go really far (in the postseason).”

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BOYS BOWLING 1. Minooka 2. Romeoville 3. Lockport 4. Plainfield North 5. Plainfield Central 6. Bolingbrook 7. Joliet West

GIRLS BOWLING 1. Minooka 2. Lockport 3. Joliet West 4. Plainfield East 5. Plainfield North 6. Plainfield Central 7. Downers South

BOYS BASKETBALL 1. Benet 2. Notre Dame 3. Maine South 4. Bolingbrook 5. Joliet West 6. Downers South 7. Joliet Central

GIRLS BASKETBALL 1. Plainfield East 2. Bolingbrook 3. Maine South 4. JCA 5. Romeoville 6. Downers South 7. Benet

WRESTLING 1. Lockport 2. Plainfield Central 3. Minooka 4. Downers North 5. Notre Dame 6. Downers South 7. Niles West Rankings are compiled by Mark Gregory and Scott Taylor.

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Moore, Bolingbrook beat buzzer, West

By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

Big time players make big time plays.

That has been said over and over and it was proven Friday night in the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue Division showdown between Joliet West and Bolingbrook.

West’s star senior Morris Dunnigan tallied 20 of his game high 27 points in the second half to lead a furious comeback, only to be answered by the Raiders, giving West the one point lead with 3.3 seconds remaining in the game.

That was when Bolingbrook’s star senior, Ben Moore, who admittedly had an off night, came through.

The 6-foot, 8-inch SMU recruit caught the pass, delivered from Kendall Guyton under the West basket. Moore landed, turned, used a screen from center Kenny Williams, took two large dribbles and layed the ball in the basket at the buzzer to give Bolingbrook the 66-65 win in thrilling fashion.

“Coach drew up a great play and he told me I would have enough time to get to the basket,” Moore said. “Coach (Rob) Brost knew how much time.”

Brost said it was the same play twice in the huddle.

“I drew up that play in our timeout and told them not to show it because we knew West would call a timeout,” Brost said.

“I told Ben three seconds is enough time to take two dribbles and get to the rim. To his credit, he hadn’t been playing up to his normal level of play up to that point, but he still finished and won us a game.

“To (Kendall’s) credit, he threw a great pass and (Kenny) set a great screen. It was exactly how we drew it up and we won the game. We had Prentiss (Nixon) in the corner if Ben wasn’t open.”

“It will always be a tough game against Joliet West,” said Nixon, who ended with 15 points, including four second-half three pointers.“It is always going to be a game. If we are up 10, they are going to come back and if they

are up 10, we are going to come back. Tonight, we found a way to win.”

West led 21-13 after one quarter, but Bolingbrook, paced by seven points from reserve forward Shakur Triplett, outscored the Tigers 18-7 in the period and took a 31-28 lead into halftime.

Bolingbrook (12-4, 4-1) opened the lead to 61-51 midway through the fourth thanks to three threepointers from Nixon.

“Prentiss hit some big shots in the second half,” Brost said. “He did a really good job of picking his spots, he didn’t force any shots.”

Then, as he has the last few games, Dunnigan took over with a huge second half.

“Joliet West is very, very good,” Brost said. “They are very well coached and Morris is one of the best players in the state, but we have some of the best players in the state too.With Morris, you just want to keep him in front and force him to take tough shots, but he made some tough shots tonight. He is an All-State player for a reason, just like Ben Moore is an All-State player for a reason.

We had the ball at the end and our All-Stater made the play.”

The respect for the opposition was mutual.

“Basketball is an awesome game and it is a cruel game at the same time,” said Yaklich. “We did everything we possibly could to put us in position to win. We made some incredible defensive stops, made some incredible shots and executed everything we wanted to do. We got beat by a great player making a great play.

We wanted to make them catch it in front of us and dribble and we didn’t finish off the possession and Ben made a great play, so hats off to coach Brost and Bolingbrook. We took their best punch and then they took our best punch and they were one better today. We will learn from this loss and move on.”

Ryan Modiest added 18 points for West (9-5, 3-2) and nine from Carl Terrell, while Guyton scored 14, Williams 12 and Moore nine for the Raiders. mark@buglenewspapers.com

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Prentiss Nixon scored 15 points in Bolingbrook’s 66-65 win over Joliet West.

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Dealing with boss’s son can be a delicate matter Q. My boss’s son thinks he is God and is suppose to become a partner. He’s ruining the policies, workplace and general morale.

Is there any way to stop him without losing my job?

A. The power to stop this guy actually lies only with his father.

However, you do have the power to influence his father.

Be comforted by the fact that I’ve worked extensively with family-run businesses as a consultant, and these situations are tricky even for me with 32 years experience fixing family problems. Parents and children have intense, complicated relationships. When you add the dynamics of the workplaces, things really get difficult.

Whatever you or your coworkers do, make sure you do not fight directly with the son. Be prepared as well that if you cannot influence his father

to get the son out of the business, your best strategy is to exit this company.

I realize this is not a fair situation.

Yes, the son shouldn’t be capable of just coming in and wrecking the company you’ve all worked so hard to build. I want to validate your position so you’ll avoid arguing about the facts. The problem is not the facts; it is the emotional factors.

I’d imagine your boss,the father, also has a significant investment in seeing his company thrive.

You do have the power to help him see the impact his son is having on his company.

You mentioned in your letter

that the son’s new policies are destructive. I’d like you to make a list of the problems you or your coworkers see.

You and your coworkers need to go to the father with one of these problems at a time. Do not blame the son for these problems.

State optimistically that you know there is a “changing of the guard” for “good reasons.”

Then simply ask the dad for help in implementing these new policies so these challenges can be overcome.

You’re doing the slow drip awareness program for the father.

If every day he is facing another “challenge” in implementing the changing of the guard, he will become concerned.

When an adult child comes into an organization with this level of entitlement and a God complex, the problem is that he or she was probably catered to as

a kid. Many parents with the best of intentions never want their children to suffer. As a result, the child is often protected from rules, discipline and consequences of his bad decisions.

A child raised in this manner will enter the adult world expecting everyone in his environment to allow him to be a dictator. The adult world will soon teach this young man that business rewards results, not a grandiose ego.

If his father has allowed this guy to act like this since he was 2 and learned the word “No!” then you and your coworkers may be in for a long slog while his father learns to get his child in line.

Parents who have raised entitled kids have a very hard time being the “bad guy” so they can teach their kid to function in the real world. Only you can

Who is responsible for deceased’s student loans, bills?

Dear Dave, My daughter died. She was 32 years old and single, and she had lived with me for the last few years because she was recently disabled.I did not support her financially, and when she died she had no assets and no will.Is it my responsibility to pay the student loans and medical bills she left behind?

Jim Dear Jim, I’m so sorry you’re experiencing this kind of grief.

Losing a child is a heartbreaking experience, no matter their age.

The short answer is this: If you didn’t sign for it, you’re not liable. If a friend were to move in with you, that doesn’t make you responsible for their debts.The fact that it was an adult family member doesn’t matter either. She was a legal adult who signed her name on the debts in question.

If I were in your shoes, I’d try to find any papers attached to these debts and make copies of them. Then, I’d write up a form letter stating the total debt amount and the fact that she died with no assets. By doing this you’re notifying them that she passed away, and they’re not going to be paid. There’s no will or estate to be probated, so they can close the accounts.

Doing this will make creditors aware of the situation, and it should also protect you from

g e t t i n g hammered w i t h collection calls. But the creditors get nothing in this kind of situation.

God bless you, Jim. — Dave

Make decisions together Dear Dave, My husband doesn’t like dealing with money.For years,I’ve handled everything from paying the bills to making the decisions, and he just does whatever I tell him. This makes things really hard on me, but he says financial issues cause him stress. Do you have any suggestions?

— Carol Lee Dear Carol Lee, The plain truth is you need your husband to step up and be a man. I’m sure he’s a nice guy, but it’s unfair for you alone to carry the weight of all financial and household decisions. It would be unfair, too, if he were the one carrying it all.This isn’t a gender issue.

My wife and I are involved in all the decisions in our home, and that’s especially true when it comes to money.We do a budget, and we decide together where

the money’s going. It’s not a situation where she’s a little girl, and her daddy named Dave takes care of her and everything else.

That’s the kind of thing you’ve got going on now. You feel like his mom rather than his wife, and that’s not what a healthy marriage is about.

You need to sit down with him and explain why this is so important to you and how it makes you feel.You’re not asking him to be a number cruncher, but he has to grow up and become part of the team. You can play the role of CFO and write all the checks. But you and he together are the board of directors. You just need 15 to 20 minutes of his time each week, so you guys can

discuss what’s going on and how to handle things—together!

— Dave

decide if the job you currently have is worth the price you will have to pay to see if your boss will control his son.

Last word(s) Q. I’ve lost my job, my marriage and a parent this year, and I am wondering if it is even possible to turn things around with this many losses. Can people find a job and cope when their life is turning upside down?

A. Yes, severe loss hits a complete reset button on our old programming. Let your heart’s deepest longing serve as a lighthouse to create your new life in your new upside-down world.

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Make some smart financial resolutions for 2013

By Jill Schlesinger Tribune Media Services

When you think about it, New Year’s financial resolutions may be easier to keep than losing weight or quitting that smoking habit. According to a study by Fidelity Investments, 62 percent of consumers say that they stuck with their financial resolutions in the past, compared with only 40 percent who kept their other resolutions.

Despite this evidence of success, 38 percent of respondents to the Fidelity New Year Financial Resolutions Study think it’s harder to keep financial resolutions than non-financial ones. But that has not kept them from trying. A record number of consumers (46 percent) are considering making financial resolutions - a number that has increased 31 percent since the tracking study started in 2009. The top three New Year’s financial resolutions are to: (1) save more (52 percent); (2)

Niles Senior Center For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, please check the Naturally Active Program Guides or call the Niles Senior Center at 5888420.

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Advanced registration is required for programs.

For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, call the Niles Senior Center at 847588-8420 Individuals must be a registered member of the Niles Senior Center to receive the member price. Non members are invited to participate in programs at the non-member price. For more information about membership and programs, contact the Senior Center.

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spend less (19 percent); and (3) pay off debt (19 percent).

But wait, another survey found that most Americans are skipping financial resolutions all together.

According to the annual New Year’s Resolution Survey from Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, a staggering 84 percent of Americans surveyed said that they will not include financial planning in their resolutions for 2013.

So which survey is right?

From over here in the real world, the answer is,“who cares?”

Whether you call it a resolution or a plan, here’s what I have learned after being in the business for over two decades:It’s much easier to reach a financial goal when you articulate it and create a plan of action to achieve it.

You need not go overboard with this process. While many financial planners will create comprehensive plans that aim to tackle every area of your life, you should concentrate on the three

most important components for your 2013 resolutions. Once you have tackled them, move on to the next three, and so on.

If you don’t know where to start in terms of setting your resolutions/goals, check to see whether you have these three core components covered: zero consumer debt (credit cards, auto loans), adequate emergency reserve funds and maximization of retirement plan contributions.

Debt burdens have dropped dramatically over the past five years: U.S. households spent 10.6 percent of their after-tax income on debt payments in the third quarter of this year, the lowest level since 1983, according to the Federal Reserve. That’s good news, since it’s nearly impossible to tackle other financial goals until consumer debt is paid down.

It’s still amazing how few Americans have adequate savings cushions to guard against unforeseen events. The general

recommendation is to hold 6 to 12 months of living expenses in cash or cash equivalent accounts.

Considering that the average duration of unemployment is still running about 40 weeks, this level of savings should allow you to ride out many a financial storm without raiding your retirement assets. For those in retirement, consider carrying 12 to 24 months of expenses.

Many people are contributing to retirement plans up to the level at which their employer matches, which is often 6 percent. But that amount is not going to be sufficient long term.

To hit your goals, chances are you will probably need to put away 15 percent of your salary, or in some cases, even more.The federal government is helping by increasing the 2013 limit for employees who participate in 401(k), 403(b), most 457 plans and the government’s Thrift Savings Plan to $17,500 from $17,000. The catch-up contribution limit for employees

aged 50 and over remains unchanged at $5,500. The limit on annual contributions to traditional and Roth IRAs will rise by $500 to $5,500.

If you have these three goals covered, the next three should include areas that are usually given short-shrift in the hierarchy of planning: tracking your expenses, drafting/updating wills and other estate documents, and reviewing insurance coverage (life, disability, long-term care, and property and casualty).

These are not sexy topics, like investing can be, but without them, your financial security could be at risk.

Consider these goals as ways to improve your financial health and to make 2013 a happier one!

9:30-11:30 a.m.Thursdays This dynamic class is led

by Arlene Golub. It is filled with folks from all walks of life, retired or not, who want to keep abreast of a broad spectrum of what is occurring locally and worldwide. Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued.

Call 847-588-8420 for more information.

during which these characters became known so well. Enjoy lunch featuring a half slab of ribs, baked potato, coleslaw, and dessert. $50M/$55NM. 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.Thursday, Jan. 24

on Billy Wilder’s 1950 film with the same name, weaves a magnificent tale of faded glory and unfulfilled ambition.

Silent movie star Norma Desmond longs for a return to the big screen, having been discarded by Tinseltown with the advent of “talkies.” Her glamour has faded in all but her mind. When Norma meets struggling circumstances, their subsequent passionate and volatile relationship leads to an unforeseen and tragic conclusion. Before the show, dine at Drury Lane on the chef’s soup of the day, bread, butter, veggies, a potato, and a choice of fettuccini Alfredo and sweet peas, or chicken breast marsala with a mushroom marsala sauce.

10 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.Thursday, Feb. 21. $64M/$69NM. Registration required.

vision inspired the palaces of Fontainebleau and Versailles.

Following the tour, we will head to the Signature Room, located on the 95th floor of the John Hancock. The group will have a private lunch buffet in the The Chicago Room. This is a corner room with floor to ceiling windows facing south and west, the best view in the house. 9:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, March 22. $60M/$65NM.

Charlie Brown and the Great Exhibit Trip At the Museum of Science and Industry. It’s the Great Exhibit, Charlie Brown! Explore the history of Charlie Brown and Charles Schulz. See Schultz’s role as the sole inspiration and artistic talent behind Peanuts and its unique cast of characters.

Through original cartoons, as well as reproductions and related Peanuts ephemera, you will see how characters were developed and how they evolved over decades in print and popular culture. Schulz’s Santa Rosa, Cal. studio, recreated for the first time, will allow for a deeper look into his work and life. In addition, with cartoons and memorabilia, the exhibit will explore Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day and Valentine’s Day,

Dinner & Movie: “Arbitrage” Starring Richard Gere and Susan Sarandon. Robert Miller is a successful financial businessman with a loving wife and a smart daughter ready to take over the family business.

Professional secrets involving illegal fraudulent activities start coming out at the same time that Robert’s personal secrets take a turn for the worse and threaten to derail everything he has achieved. Tuesday, Jan. 22 5 p.m. Dinner includes hot dog, chips & dessert. $2M/$3NM Registration required.

Afternoon at the NSC Casino Try your hand at blackjack, roulette or poker. There will also be a bling section at the NSC Casino. Everyone will get a prize. Refreshments will be served. 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 18. $6M/$9NM. Registration required.

“Sunset Boulevard” at Drury Lane Theatre Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Sunset Boulevard,” based

Cadillac Palace Theatre & The Signature Room Head downtown to get a behind the scenes tour of the The Palace Theatre. The Palace Theatre opened at the corner of Randolph and LaSalle Streets in Chicago on Oct. 4, 1926.

Designed by legendary theatre architects the Rapp Brothers, the theater’s interior featured a splendor previously unseen in Chicago — a breathtaking

Jill Schlesinger, CFP, is the Editor-atLarge for www.CBSMoneyWatch.com.

She covers the economy, markets, investing or anything else with a dollar sign on her podcast and blog, Jill on Money, as well as on television and radio. She welcomes comments and questions at askjill@moneywatch. com.)

7th Annual Go Red Luncheon Go Red for Women is the American Heart Association’s nationwide movement that celebrates the energy, passion and power we have as women to band together and wipe out heart disease. Bring your lunch, we will provide fresh fruits and veggies. Join the Conga Line, share your story, and don’t forget your RED Dress pin. Don’t miss out on the FUN!! Friday, Feb. 1, 11 am-1 pm. $3M/$4.50NM North Shore Senior Center North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus North Shore Senior Center offers programs, classes, activities, and travel opportunities for adults at the See CALENDAR, page 20

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CALENDAR Continued from page 19 American Legion Memorial Civic Center at 6140 Dempster St. You may register for all programs at the center or call 847-470-5223.

Better Balance 10 to 10:45 a.m.Tuesdays and Thursdays through Feb. 28.

This class is designed to enhance core strength, balance, coordination, stability, and flexibility. Balance and stability training can directly improve all aspects of daily living. New participants, an assessment with fitness center staff is required at least one week prior to first class. Fees are $45 member; $55 non-member.To register for this program, or seek additional information, call 847-470-5223 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sit & Get Fit • 10:45 to 11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays through Feb. 28 Move your feet in your seat! Join this multi-level class suitable for those with limitations who are seeking to improve muscle tone, strength, and stamina. Standing exercises improving lower body strength and balance will be incorporated for those participants willing and able.

New participants, an assessment with Fitness Center staff is required at least one week prior to first class. Fees are $45 member; $55 non-member.To register for this program, or seek additional information, call 847-470-5223 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

From Reel to Real: True Stories Behind Great Movies • 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursdays through Jan. 31

Each week, historian and movie maven Barry Bradford will examine some spellbinding events that became unforgettable films. Each session will offer a mesmerizing view of the dramatic real life history that has become immortalized on film. With video clips, little known anecdotes and captivating detail, Barry will make history come alive!

“Truman” • 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 17 In the award winning “Truman,“Gary Sinise provides a mesmerizing portrayal of this uniquely American President.

In order to understand the fascinating men who have served as President, we first have to understand the intriguing and unexpected events in their lives that shaped them. Come and hear the truth about Truman! Fees are $8 member; $10 non-member on Thursday, Jan. 17 from 1- 2:30 p.m.To register for this program, or seek additional information, call 847-470-5223 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“Julie and Julia” 1 to 2:30 p.m.Thursday, Jan. 24 Julia Child was the first superstar chef on television.

Her program was so influential that the Smithsonian Institute features her kitchen, intact, as a permanent exhibit! There was another side to Julia Child, one that the public knew little about. During World War II she served as a file clerk in the OSS, which was to become the CIA. She worked at the right hand of “Wild” Bill Donovan, head of America’s foreign spies! You’ll learn about both sides of the amazing Julia Child. Fees are $8 member; $10 non-member on Thursday, Jan. 24 from 1- 2:30 p.m.To register for this program, or seek additional information, call 847-470-5223 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“All The President’s Men” • 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31

Watergate was captured brilliantly on film in this Oscar award-winning classic.

From clandestine meetings in underground parking garages with “Deep Throat” to the inner workings of a major newspaper, this great film achieved great heights of artistry. But does it accurately tell the history of the Watergate investigation by Woodward and Bernstein? .

Fees are $8 member; $10 nonmember on Thursday, Jan. 31 from 1- 2:30 p.m.To register for this program, or seek additional information, call 847-470-5223 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

North Shore Senior Center Bowling League • Mondays, Jan. 9 – April 22, 1-3 p.m.

This league is open to men and women and meets at the Brunswich Zone Bowling Lanes in Deerfield Il. Game charge is $8 for three games each afternoon. Balls and shoes rentals are available.

Registration is $10 for the trimester. .To register for this program, or seek additional information, call 847-470-5223 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Lunch & Bingo Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Join us Wednesday for delicious lunch from a local restaurant and a lively Bingo session with prizes!

• Jan. 23 — West of Edens, Chicken kabobs, rice & salad • Jan. 30 — Pizano’s Pizza, Thin crust cheese or sausage pizza & salad Come early for the bake sale and coffee. Bingo at 10:30 a.m. and lunch at 11:30 a.m. $6 member;$8 non-member each week Registration required. Sign up for each week separately.To register for this program, or seek additional information, call 847-470-5223 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Jacqueline Kennedy • 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Historian and actress Leslie Goddard brings to life one of America’s favorite first ladies

at a pivotal point in her life. It is 1964, and former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy is besieged by sightseers around her house in Georgetown. As she deliberates what to do next, she shares the story of her life in the White House, including her struggle to retain her family’s privacy in the face of media onslaughts, her restoration work, and her attempts to showcase the arts. In a climactic revelation, she recounts her husband’s death and comes to a heartfelt decision about how to begin a new life for herself and her children. Fees are $8 member; $10 non-member. To register for this program, or seek additional information, call 847-470-5223 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Senior Center Membership Become a member of North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus and enjoy opportunities to live longer, happier, healthier lives through an array of programs, activities, trips and services.

Members receive a discount on all programs, activities, and trips, Lifelong Learning Program Catalog, information on local, state, and federal issues affecting seniors, and invitations to special events and presentations. Membership dues are $20 for an individual and $35 for a couple/household for a full year. Everyone welcome!

Call North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus at 847470-5223 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or stop by the Senior Center, 6140 Dempster Street in Morton Grove, to become a member.

Park Ridge Senior Center If bridge is of interest there are several opportunities to enjoy the game. Groups meet on Friday mornings, Sunday afternoons, and Couple’s Bridge meets the first Thursday of the month. Call the Center at 847692-3597 for more information or to be put in tough with one of the group moderators.

Membership dues Membership dues for the 2012- year are being accepted.

The dues are: single $45 resident/$63 non-resident and couple (must reside in the same household) $68 resident/$97 non-resident. Bring in a new member and receive a $5 gift card. Ask the front desk for

more details.

Exercise class Jo Buck continues her exercise classes at 9and 10:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. This class covers a variety of movements including stretching, strength training and floor exercise. The first class is free. After that it is $2 each time you come.

Ongoing activities Following are number of ongoing activities at the Center: • Woodcarvers meet Thursdays at 9 a.m.…a free activity: • Gamers, 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Fridays play dominos, hand and foot, scrabble for rummikube … also free.

• Ceramics students meet 9:30 a.m. to noon Mondays and Tuesdays and work on projects of your choice. There is a charge of $7 per class.

• Pinochle players meet the second Monday,Third Thursday and every Saturday of the month at 1 p.m.

• Table tennis players start play at 1 p.m.Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. All abilities are welcome for this free activity.

• Bocce ball players gather just north of the Center at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Ken Hewelt is bocce master and will explain how the game is played.

• Have you ever thought of tap dancing? This is a fun way of exercising. The class is at 12:30 p.m.Tuesdays.The fee is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers.

• The Opera-Arts Discussion group will meet promptly at noon Thursday, Jan. 24. The program will feature “The Barkleys of Broadway with Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in their final pairing and the only one in technicolor,. The story mirrors real-life creative tensions the two share. Fred’s number,“Shoes with Wings on”, is astounding. As always, refreshments will be served after the programs.

• The film “The Life of Timothy Green” will be presented from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 17. Cost is $2 for members and $3 for non-members.

• The regular monthly luncheon will be at 12:30 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 21. Musician Patti Ecker will bring everyone out of the winter doldrums with her Smiling Through performance.

Lunch will be catered by Inglenook. Cost is $17 members, $21 non-members.

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Obituaries Helen Hutton Helen Hutton, age 95, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2013, she was the beloved wife of the late Walter; loving mother of Walter Jr. (Joan), Richard (Theresse), and Lawrence (Lynn); cherished grandmother of Walter III, Audrey (Risty) Ketola, Jeffrey (Daisy), Debora (Damian) Scoles, Jennifer (Michael) Rampolla, Timothy (Gina) and Daniel; proud greatgrandmother of Nicholas, Sarah, Matthew, Alyssa, Kaitlin, and Claire; dear sister of Walter and Jennie Czahor, and the late

Peter J. Livorsi Peter J. Livorsi, age 79, beloved husband of Henrietta, nee Wojnar; loving father of Peter (Amy), Theodore and the late John; dear grandfather of Kimberly (Mark ) Hilgart and Jeffrey; cherished brother of Anthony (Ann) and Thomas (Mary Kay); dear uncle of many.

He was a professor of mathematics at Oakton Community College and Notre Dame High School

Marian, the late Sylvia, the late John Czahor, and the late Sophie (the late Walter) Spiewak; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation was at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, on Friday Jan. 11 from 3 to 9 p.m.

She was Lying in state Saturday Jan. 12 from 9:00 AM until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Life Center, 7000 N. Newark, Niles. Entombment St. Adalbert Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, Masses would be appreciated.

Funeral info: 847-966-7302 or www. skajafuneralhomes.com

of Niles. Visitation at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, was Monday from 4 to 9 p.m. Funeral was Tuesday 9:15 a.m. to St. John Brebeuf Church Mass 10 a.m.

Interment Maryhill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research are appreciated.

For funeral information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www. skajafuneralhomes.com.

Edward Przydzial, age 90, of Niles, beloved husband of Julia, nee Czosnyka; loving father of Krystyna (Wieslaw) Augustynski, Izabela (Stanislaw) Bujak, Elzbieta (Tadeusz) Szarek and Grazyna (Marek) Sachaj; dearest grandfather of 10 and great grandfather of seven; preceded in death by five brothers and one sister;

Spiros Koutavas Spiros Koutavas, beloved husband of Ourania “Denise”; loving father of Dennis (Pamela) and Roza Koutavas - Ramos (Jeffrey); cherished grandfather “Papoulis” of Daniel Spiros, Christin, Cameron Spiros and Aria; Visitation was Wednesday Jan.

Joseph G. Rizzo Joseph G. Rizzo, age 77, beloved husband of the late Darlene, nee Kush; Loving father of Susan (Mike) DeBartolo, Eddie (Lauri) and the late William and Jeffrey; dear grandfather of Brittany, Danielle, Michael, Farrah, Tayler, Angelina,

dear uncle of many nieces and nephews; Visitation was Wednesday Jan. 9 from 3 to 9 p.m.,at the SkajaTerrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Funeral was Thursday Jan.10 at 9:15 a.m. to St John Brebeuf Church 10 a.m. Mass, Interment Maryhill Cemetery.

For information call 847-966-7302 or sign the guest book at www. skajafuneralhomes.com.

9 from 3 to 9 pm, at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, Funeral Services were Thursday Jan. 10 at 9:45 a.m. to St Haralambos Church 10:30 a.m., Interment Ridgewood Cemetery, for information 847-966-7302 or sign a guest book at www. skajafuneralhomes.com.

and Isabella. There was a memorial visitation at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, on Saturday Jan. 5 from 3 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the JDRF Foundation appreciated.

Funeral info 847-966-7302 or www.skajafuneralhomes.com

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What you need to know about government pensions There has been a lot of talk lately about the costs of public employee pensions and whether governments have set aside enough money to make good on their promises.

Concerns are real -- and growing -- about these retirement benefits and what must be done to honor the obligations if enough money is not available to cover the benefits

public employees have been promised.

When local and state governments have not set enough money aside to adequately fund pension obligations, the conversation very quickly turns to whether making up for the shortfall could mean tax increases, service reductions, or cuts in retirement benefits.

To best understand the size and impact of your government’s pension liability, you should find out what type of pension plan your government offers and its current pension obligations and funded status.

New Standards Offer Transparency In an effort to equip interested parties with the tools they need

to evaluate government pension benefits, new pension standards issued by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)—which are set to take effect in 2014— will require state and local governments to plainly show their net liability for pension benefits on the face of the financial statements, alongside other liabilities. The GASB is the independent group that sets accounting and financial reporting standards for U.S. state and local governments.

Under the new standards, anyone interested in pension information will be better able to assess a government’s overall financial picture as it relates to pensions by helping them evaluate such questions as: What pension promises has my government made? How much is it obligated to pay? How is my government doing compared to other communities?

Where to Find This Information While governments are

becoming familiar with and preparing for the new financial reporting standards, there are steps that taxpayers and public employees can take to better understand their governments’ financial obligations: • Contact your government officials: Ask how your elected officials are preparing for the changes and how they will address funding pension benefits.

• Get talking: Talk to friends, neighbors, and colleagues and share what you know. Find out how pension funding issues may affect the future of your community.

• Stay Informed:As a citizen, you can access pension information on your own through Internet searches or government websites that provide access to local financial reports.

Whether local and state governments are prepared to pay promised pension obligations now and in the future are issues that will affect every taxpayer.

Home treatment options for corns and calluses DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What’s the difference between a corn and a callus? Do they do any harm other than looking unsightly? Can you offer any athome treatments that work?

ANSWER: Corns and calluses result from pressure or friction on skin, causing the skin to protect itself by thickening and hardening. They most often develop on the feet and toes or hands and fingers.

Preventing or treating corns and calluses is usually fairly easy. However, extra care and caution is warranted if you’re more at risk of foot sores and their complications because of diabetes or another condition that causes poor circulation.

Then, even minor skin injuries can lead to sores that are difficult to heal and can lead to infection.

Corns and calluses develop in the same way, but the result is different. Calluses usually develop on the heel or bottom of the foot, on your palms, or on your knees. They often appear as a thick, rough layer of skin and can be an inch or more in diameter. Calluses are rarely painful.

Corns are smaller - usually

about a quarter-inch to a halfinch in diameter - and have a hard center surrounded by inflamed skin. They typically develop on the tops and sides of toes. Corns can be painful when pushed and may cause a dull ache.

Poorly fitting shoes are a common cause of both corns and calluses. They can also develop if you have a type of foot deformity, such as a bunion or hammertoe, which causes a bone protrusion from your foot to rub on the inside of your shoe. Wearing shoes or sandals without socks can also lead to friction on your feet. Calluses on your hands can result from the repeated pressure of using tools on the job, around the house or in the garden.

Although they can be unsightly, corns and calluses generally need treatment only if they cause discomfort. If you are at increased risk of complications because of diabetes or poor circulation, talk to your doctor before attempting to treat corns or calluses on your own.

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Managing money better starts with self-evaluation (StatePoint) When it comes to healthy finances, periodically evaluating one’s budget and savings goals is crucial.

Unfortunately, most people don’t do enough reflection.

According to a recent survey

by Ally Bank, only 15 percent of consumers check their bank account daily.

“If you’re looking to shape up your finances, you’ll want to have a concrete plan. Without one, it will be harder to meet your goal,” advises Di Morais, deposits and innovation executive at Ally Financial. “Drawing up a budget, and allotting a portion of each paycheck to savings is crucial to short and long-term financial health.”

Here are some tips to get started:

or online bank is a good bet, as they typically have lower operating costs compared to traditional banks and can offer you competitive rates.

Build a budget

If you’re looking to earn on short-term savings without a hard commitment, consider CDs and other short-term savings options. Even an interest-bearing savings account can be a good alternative.

The ability to adjust your rate, should interest rates increase, can be very advantageous. For example, Ally Bank offers “Raise Your Rate” Two- and Four-Year CDs which allow customers to raise their rate once or twice respectively during the CD term should rates increase.

Budgeting can help you better understand your financial situation, save for the future and pay your bills today. By tracking spending, you can pinpoint which expenditures can be eliminated or trimmed, leading to greater savings over the coming months. Just be sure to perform a regular self-review so you stay true to your budget.And don’t be afraid to edit your plan as needed.

Perform a checking check up

Connect anywhere, Anytime Don’t leave a literal paper trail!

Opt for a bank that allows you to perform transactions online or by phone. Not only is this a faster, more convenient way to bank, you can also keep track of your finances in real time.

Don’t forget to research the availability of your financial institution. Look for features like 24/7 live customer service and online chat.

Earn while saving

Plan for retirement

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When it comes to healthy finances, periodically evaluating one’s budget and savings goals is crucial.

Unfortunately, most people don’t do enough reflection.

“If you’re looking to

shape up your finances, you’ll want to have a concrete plan. Without one, it will be harder to meet your goal.”

Di Morais, financial consultant

Don’t settle for an outdated or inconvenient checking account that offers little to no return in interest. Some newer checking accounts offer daily compounded interest on checking balances.

Consider options that have additional perks, such as cardlinked offers and deals. A direct

Setting aside enough money for retirement is the primary concern among the majority of consumers, according to a recent survey. In addition to participating in employersponsored plans, consider bolstering individual savings and look to bank with an institution

that can provide products such as IRAs. More money management ideas and strategies can be found online at www.ally.com.

With a little planning, you can become a more financially secure you.

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all-cotton socks do.

2. Wearing non-medicated corn or callus pads. These cushion and protect skin from friction, allowing time for corns and calluses to diminish in size. Be careful using over-thecounter liquid corn removers or medicated corn pads, which contain salicylic acid and can irritate healthy skin and lead to infection.

3. Gradually rubbing it away.

After bathing, gently rub off a layer of thickened skin with a washcloth or pumice stone.Don’t remove all of the toughened skin at once. Rubbing away a corn or

callus may take a week or longer.

Don’t try to cut or shave down a corn or callus, as this may lead to an infection.

4. Moisturizing your skin.

Apply moisturizer to hands and feet to help keep your skin soft.

If you have corns or calluses that are painful or inflamed - or recur or persist despite home care - see your doctor or a foot care specialist, who may suggest medical treatments that can provide relief. - Steven Kavros, D.P.M., Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn.

DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES INC.

Continued from page 22 take to prevent or treat a corn or callus include: 1. Wearing comfortable shoes and socks. Corns and calluses can be prevented or will often go away when you eliminate the rubbing and friction that causes them. Wear well-fitting, cushioned shoes until the corn or callus disappears. Choose socks that fit properly and are made of a polyester-cotton blend, which wick moisture away better than

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