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JULY 17, 2014

Vol. 58 No. 41

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State police post emergency rules for concealed carry Rules include a provision on the consideration of objections and the decisions of the Concealed Carry License Review Board

The Details. The proposed gun

facility would be less than 350 yards away from New Hope, a school that serves students with special needs.

Illinois State Police officials announced today that emergency amendments were filed on Thursday, July 10, effective immediately, to further strengthen the statutory framework of the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. The emergency rules include a provision on the consideration of objections and the decisions of the Concealed Carry License Review Board (CCLRB).

“Our work as a If an application board continues may be denied, to evolve, and the CCLRB will collectively send the applicant we have been notice of the judicious in objection, including supporting the reason for the the state’s objection and the implementation agency submitting of the Firearm the objection. The Concealed Carry applicant has 10 Act.” days to provide CCLRB Chairperson the CCLRB with Robinzina Bryant evidence to prove the applicant’s eligibility.

“Our work as a board continues to evolve, and collectively we have been judicious in supporting the state’s implementation of the Firearm Concealed Carry Act.,” said CCLRB Chairperson Robinzina Bryant.

“The board thoughtfully considers every objection received from law enforcement agencies, and we believe that these >> see concealed | page 3

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Village moving to add O’Hare noise to ballot Park Ridge, neighborhoods under the airport’s new runways have complained about the flight paths

By Alex Hernandez staff reporter

ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com @TheAVHernandez

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Outreach committee Muslim Education Center

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Mayor Dan DiMaria and village trustees attended an Interfaith Outreach committee event held at the Muslim Education Center on July 10.

Keynote speakers from Baha’I House of Worship, Morton Grove Community Church, Beth Emet The Free Synagogue and the Muslim Education Center spoke about religion as a form of promoting self-control and how faith affects daily lives.

After speaking, a question and answer session was held along with a meal.

The Park Ridge city council is pushing to add an advisory referendum to the November ballot regarding noise from O’Hare airport.

For some time now Park Ridge and other neighborhoods under the airport’s new runways have complained about the flight paths of planes flying over residential areas causing noise pollution.

The Park Ridge city council voted on July 7 to preliminary approve a proposed referendum question that would “revisit the criteria it has used to establish noise and air pollution standards related to O’Hare air traffic and further requires the FAA incorporate local community input from the areas affected by new air traffic patterns.”

The final vote to add the question to the Nov. 4 ballot is expected on July 21.

Photo courtesy of Chicago Department of Aviation

For some time now Park Ridge and other neighborhoods under the airport’s new runways have complained about the flight paths of planes flying over residential areas causing noise pollution.

Domestic Air Carrier

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international Air Carrier

Cargo

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Commuter

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Commuter

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General Aviation

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69,832

TOTAL FLIGHTS

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News NILES

Man attacks neighbor over parking space Arteaga-Ayala is being charged with battery, expected to appear at Skokie District Courthouse on July 28

Arteaga-Ayala he was sorry and went to go move his vehicle. On his way back to his apartment the victim heard someone come up behind him.

It was then that Arteaga-Ayala allegedly punched the victim, knocking him to the ground.

The attack continued while the

By Alex Hernandez victim was on the ground until staff reporter Arteaga-Ayala’s wife reportedly ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com showed up to pull him off. @TheAVHernandez Police responding to the scene said ArteagaA Niles man beat Ayala believed his up his neighbor for neighbor was taking reportedly taking his parking space “on his parking space purpose” and admitted on July 4. to getting to angry and Both Antonio hitting the victim, but Arteaga-Ayala that the alteration was and the 33-year provoked by the victim old victim live Antonio after the vehicle was in 8200 block of Arteaga-Ayala moved. Meanwhile police Elizabeth Avenue. COURTESY Niles Police said the victim refused The victim said Department medical treatment.

Antonio ArteagaArteaga-Ayala is being Ayala, 26, started charged with battery and is angrily banging on his door expected to appear at the around 3:30 a.m. and accusing him of taking his parking space, Skokie District Courthouse on July 28. according to a police report.

The victim reportedly told

>> concealed, from page 1 emergency rules will provide a more defined framework on processes and procedures that impact applicants and the public,” The emergency rulemaking strengthened the CCLRB review process in areas such as CCLRB Meetings, CCLRB Conflicts of Interest, CCLRB Department Liaison, CCLRB Consideration of Objections, CCLRB Reporting, Decisions of the CCLRB, and Hearings of the CCLRB. The CCLRB developed these emergency rules to strengthen and provide an operating framework of the Firearm Concealed Carry Act for the CCLRB. The CCLRB is responsible for reviewing all objections presented by local law enforcement agencies or

The Rules will officially be published in the July 25 Illinois Register and can be located on the ISP website under the CCL tab at: http://www.isp. state.il.us/. by the ISP. The CCLRB votes to determine if an objection is sustained, and determines if the Concealed Carry License (CCL) applicant is eligible to obtain a CCL. The CCLRB will use every resource and necessary time extension to ensure that the reviews are conducted fairly and thoroughly under the newly established emergency rules.

The Rules will officially be published in the July 25 Illinois Register and can be located on the ISP website under the CCL tab at: http://www.isp.state. il.us/.

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Former North security director sentenced to 2 years probation Last September, authorities discovered DiJohn was stealing school property to sell online

By Alex Hernandez

Cook County Circuit Court Judge Marguerite Anne Quinn ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com delivered the ruling on July 8, @TheAVHernandez after nearly a year’s worth of continuances filed by A Cook County DiJohn’s attorney Frank judge sentenced DiFranco. a former Niles He’ll be serving his North High probation through School security Treatment Alternatives director to two for Safe Communities, years probation. a state-funded program James F.DiJohn, designed to help people 56, of Chicago James DiJohn overcome drug problems, was sentenced COURTESY COOK other health conditions after pleading COUNTY SHERIFF and arrest histories. It’s guilty to theft run by the Illinois Department and official misconduct. He’ll of Human Services’ Division also pay a fine of $609. of Alcoholism and Substance Last September, authorities Abuse. discovered DiJohn was using DiJohn was with the district his position as executive for 13 years and authorities say director of security at Niles during his tenure he allegedly Township High School District stole $500 to $10,000 in 219 to steal school property to school property. The stolen sell online. staff reporter

items included portable radios, earpieces, chargers and radio accessories that DiJohn reportedly sold via his personal eBay account.

DiJohn’s sale of the electronic items was brought to the attention of police after a Dallas-based eBay buyer realized that three of the saved frequencies on a radio purchased from DiJohn were preset to Niles North High School, Niles West and the Skokie Police Department.

This buyer notified D219 administration and gave the purchased equipment to Dallas police.

A subsequent investigation revealed that serial numbers on the Dallas radio matched those belonging to D219 equipment.

After his arrest, DiJohn told Skokie police that he has two daughters in college and had been “dealing with financial difficulty.”

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Elise Matson has been hired as the new Principal at St. John Brebeuf School in Niles, announces Rev. Michael Meany, Pastor.

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Matson is New St. John Brebeuf principal Matson was Director of Continuous School Enhancement at Trinity High School

Elise Matson has been hired as the new Principal at St. John Brebeuf School in Niles,announces Rev. Michael Meany, Pastor. Matson replaces Robert Gawlik who left in June following completion of the school year after two years in that position.

Matson will fully assume her duties effective July 1 and will be available in the school office most days during July and fully in August. She will be meeting with teachers and other staff during the summer to prepare for the 20142015 school year which begins August 25.

“Elise is highly qualified to lead our school community in the future,” Meany said. “We are particularly excited about her experience in school enhancement and strong technology skills.”

Prior to joining SJB, Matson was Director of Continuous School Enhancement at Trinity High School, River Forest, Illinois, where she oversaw a school improvement team and executed an improvement plan and process.

She previously taught at Trinity High School in multiple courses and created interactive websites.

She was also the Head Coach for Junior Varsity volleyball at the school.

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Matson will fully assume her duties effective July 1 and will be available in the school office most days during July and fully in August.

Her elementary school experience includes teaching in fifth through eighth grades at St. James Lutheran School, Chicago.

She had also been a teacher’s aide in Kindergarten.She holds a Master of Arts degree in Educational Administration from Dominican University and a Master of Arts in English from DePaul University.

Her undergrad studies were at Concordia University of Chicago where she graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2001.

“I am grateful for the opportunity to join the St. John Brebeuf family,” Matson said. “The welcoming environment, excellent students and teachers, outstanding athletic program, and parent involvement are all exciting aspects of the school and parish. It is exciting to join such a vibrant community!

She added,“I am fortunate to be

able to build on the great work that has been done over the past several years. I am looking forward to implementing the vision that was built by the leadership of the school and church. The direction the school is moving with technology will help students with the skills they need in the future. My belief in technology and desire to help students increase their technological literacy will help me be a strong leader in this capacity. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the community for the opportunity to lead St. John Brebeuf and look forward to helping students grow in their faith, academic endeavors, and through extracurricular activities.”

For more information about the SJB School, visit www.sjbschool. org.

Obituaries Cecilia Boruta Cecilia Boruta, beloved wife of the late Arthur, and loving mother of Connie Keating and Carol Boruta.

Funeral Services and Interment were private. In lieu of flowers, memorials

to Rainbow Hospice, 1550 Bishop Court, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056 appreciated. For more funeral information, call 847-9667302 or visit www.skajafuneralhomes. com.

Stanley Peszek Stanley Peszek, age 86, Korean War U.S. Army Veteran, beloved husband of 58 years to Virginia, nee Zielinski; loving father of Donna (Mark) Seghi, Linda (William) Rublev, and Lisa (Jim) Breen; dear grandfather of Nicholas (Jessica), Adam (Amy), Lauren, Julianna, Jacob, Joshua, Danny, Jimmy, Emily and Kelly; great grandfather of Addison and Parker; cherished brother of Sophia Jaskiewicz, Mary (Chester) Sudol, Jean (late Thadeusz) Pisczaryk, Diane (Alex) Rzewuski and the late Casey (late Halina) Peszek; and fond brother-in-law, uncle and

great uncle of many. Mr. Peszek was a former employee of 25 years at MB Bank.

Visitation was at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, on Tuesday, July 8 from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral was Wednesday, July 9 at 9:15 a.m. to St. John Brebeuf Church Mass 10 a.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. Donations to Rainbow Hospice, 1550 Bishop Court, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056 appreciated.

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

Edward T. Zawada Sr. Edward T. Zawada Sr., age 92, was a proud veteran that served during World War II in the U.S. Army. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn, nee Kovarek; loving father of Dr. Edward T. Jr. (Nancy) and Sandra (Joseph) Colello; cherished grandfather of six; and proud great grandfather of six.

Visitation was Sunday July 6 from

3 to 9 p.m. at Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, Illinois. Funeral was Monday July 7 at 9:15 a.m. to St. John Brebeuf Church for 10 a.m. mass. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. Member of the Niles VFW Post #7712. For more funeral information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www.skajafuneralhomes.com.

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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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Ernesto Sanchez, 32, in the 4200 block Montrose, Chicago, was arrested July 6 in the 7000 block of Touhy for driving under the influence.

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Sergio Mora, 20, of the 2700 block of W. Arthur, Chicago, was arrested July 6 in the 6300 block of Howard Street for driving under the

influence and driving with a suspended driver’s license.

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Yaquelin Mondragon, 20, of the 4900 block of West Wolfram, Chicago, was arrested July 3 at Golf Mill Mall for retail theft.

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Andres Pelcastre-Aragon, 29, of the 2000 block of N. Kilbourn, Chicago, was arrested July 7 at the intersection of Main Street and Milwaukee Avenue for driving without a diver’s license.

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Elizabeth Rizzo, 25, of Chicago was arrested July 2 in the 8400 block of Waukegan for aggravated ID theft.

Bianca M. Lawson, 25, of Des Plaines was arrested July 7 in the 7000 block of Dempster for DUI.

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Beniamin Crisan, 21, of Niles was arrested July 8 at the intersection of Oak Park and Davis for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Victoria N. Krygowski, 21, of Niles was arrested July 9 at the intersection of Dempster and Birch for driving with a suspended driver’s license.

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Ryan M. Stanton, 22, of Elk Grove Village was arrested July 8 in the 7100 block of Dempster for DUI and possession of Cannabis.

Roy Cole, 64, of Texas was arrested July 10 at the intersection of Dempster and Birch for DUI and speeching.

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Hevin K. Sutton, 19, of Morton Grove was arrested June 24 in the 9100 block of Newcastle for theft.

William Chandler, 27, of Skokie was arrested June 26 at the intersection of Meade and Lake for driving with a suspended driver’s license.

Dominic, Benny Dominic, 47, of Des Plaines was arrested July 2 in the 7600 block of Greenwood for theft.

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Ethan Abrudeanu, 20, of Des Plaines was arrested July 5 at the intersection of Oakton and River for DUI.

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Roberto Martinez, 12 Martinez, 26, of Chicago was arrested July 8 in the 6200 block of Oakton for driving without a valid driver’s license.

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Alan C., Prevandar, 44, of Crystal Lake was arrested July 10 in the 6800 block of Dempster after being intoxicated in public and found to have an active warrant out for his arrest.

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guest column

is niles’ air still breathable?

One thing Climate Alarmists often focus on is CO2 levels, going so far as to claim it as a pollutant It’s right and normal that we should be concerned about our environment. Luckily, we have strong private property rights in America which protect the environment and insure a good stewardship over the land.

If you’ve ever traveled in the anOtHeR third world or PeRsPeCtiVe MORGAN DUBIEl to a communist country, you likely noticed the filth and abuse suffered upon the land. This is because of poor or nonexistent private property rights. There is no environmental abuser like the state. Garrett Hardin’s Tragedy of the Commons is true.

The question then becomes one of public policy. Clearly, private property rights are critical to a good environment.

Keep in mind that “tort law” doesn’t allow a neighbor to cause harm to your property, including yourself. There is a long and rich trial history behind the law of torts, and it works. Still, there are externalities which can cause harm, like a smokestack belching toxic smoke. It was a walk up Milwaukee Avenue that

reminded me of it. Despite the heavy traffic, the air was clear and comfortable to breathe.

Then a rare old junker drove by, belching hot, stinky exhaust, and I remembered how as a child in the 1970s that was all too common. But in our modern age, are there signs that government needs to act to protect the environment beyond simply maintaining a neutral and just legal system?

Many people are concerned about Global Warming, now called Climate Change. They demand immediate and massive “degrowth” of America to benefit the environment. Now every schoolchild knows that the climate has changed many times over the course of earth’s history, but the concern today is manmade or anthropogenic global warming. What’s the truth?

We know that sea levels have never been stable or static throughout earth’s history. Ostia Antica in Italy, the primary port of ancient Rome, is now miles from the ocean. Subduction zones in the earth’s crust cause mountains to rise and rift valleys to deepen as continents move together and apart. This can cause the strange effect of a coast falling (sea appears to be rising) on one side while a coast is rising (sea appears to be falling) on the opposite side. The question, of course, isn’t change which is always

Many people are concerned about Global Warming, now called Climate Change. They demand immediate and massive “degrowth” of America to benefit the environment. occurring on earth, but man’s part in causing said “change.”

One thing Climate Alarmists often focus on is CO2 levels, going so far as to claim it as a pollutant, while forgetting that plants thrive on it and humans exhale it as a part of their natural respiratory system.

An interesting snippet on this comes from Apollo 7 astronaut Walter Cunningham.

The atmosphere currently has a CO2 level of 400 parts per million (ppm). On his spacecraft, an alarm would sound at 4,000 ppm, while the space shuttle’s goes off at 5,000 ppm. In America’s submarines, the alarm goes off at 8,000 ppm CO2. Either we don’t care about our astronauts and submariners, or 400 ppm is just fine.

Of course you can live in fear and turn the environment over to government, but you know where that leads. Instead, why not breathe easy and enjoy your summer?

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News “I mean my business will move if this goes in. That’s just the reality of the situation,” said New Hope’s Executive Director Brandy Larrance.

Zoning commissioners and the crowd July 7.

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NewHope Academy is a freestanding therapeutic day school serving the needs of students with emotional challenges since September of 2000. Since its inception, over 350 students have utilized our program; many of them returning to their home schools full-time and achieving success in college.

iles zoning commissioners shot Sportsman’s Club and Firearms Training Academy’s special-use permit request back to trustees for consideration.

Niles zoning commission back controversial gun facility a 2nd time “When you build a multi-million dollar business you are going to think everything through thoroughly. [Darga’s] going to be one of our store managers but he’s not going to be our director of operations. But why hire people and pay payroll when we still don’t have a business open?,” said Oraha.

The 5-2 vote recommending the gun facility came at the end of a four and a half hour meeting on July 7.To accommodate a huge turnout, estimated at over 250 people, the meeting was moved to the Niles Senior Center’s auditorium. During the meeting Niles police officers were leaning against the walls in case the emotional crowd got out of hand while commissioners listened to over 90 public comments from people speaking for and against Sportsman’s opening.

“I mean my business will move if this goes in. That’s just the reality of the situation,” said New Hope’s Executive Director Brandy Larrance.

The proposed gun facility would be less than 350 yards away from New Hope, a school that serves students with special needs. Larrance said that she didn’t understand why officials, during the process of reviewing Sportsman’s initial request, didn’t do a simple online search for schools nearby.

“A couple years ago we had the mayor, the current mayor, come

out and spend a lot of time at New Hope as a guest speaker to talk to our kids,” said Larrance. She also said that Niles’ police and fire departments had participated in events at the special-needs school where they talked to students.

Because of this she was surprised officials didn’t address New Hope’s proximity to the proposed gun range earlier in the application process.

Myles P. Cunningham Jr., Sportsman’s president, and James Oraha, Sportsman’s vice president, are the owners of Chicago based Level Builders. Their proposed layout would feature an 11,800 square foot, 22 lane firing range and 2,500 square feet of retail space. The partners say they’ve been planning Sportsman’s for the past five years and expect to spend between $4.5 and $7 million building a state of the art facility.

The plans Sportsman’s partners submitted to the village would feature secure gun storage and gun classes focused on teaching safety both on and off the range.

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“We must consider evidence and facts and not emotion and opinion,” said Planning and Zoning Chairman Tom Kanelos.

New Hope’s Executive Director Brandy larrance addressing the zoning commissioners. PHOTO BY AlEX v. HERNANDEZ and facts and not emotion and opinion,”said Planning and Zoning Chairman Tom Kanelos.

During the long meeting he forcefully cut off people during their public if they veered away from “factual testimony” regarding Sportsman’s request. Specifically regarding if the gun facility is necessary, if it’s designed with public health and safety in mind and what the economic impact it would on surrounding properties and businesses.

As the meeting moved forward speakers on both sides of the gun debate began to narrow their public comment to aspects of Sportsman’s application so as not to be cut off by Kanelos.

Critics of the proposed gun facility soon began using their smart phones to look up and reference “Tracing the Gun: The Impact of Illegal Guns on Violence in Chicago,”a study released earlier this year by Chicago police in conjunction with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s office. The study identifies Shore Galleries in Lincolnwood as one of four gun stores responsible for over 3,000 guns recovered from crime scenes in Chicago between 2009

and 2013.

Niles police gave the gun study to the commissioners in an informational packet that also featured a list detailing mass shootings and school shootings over the last 14 years. The data provided by police suggests that most shooters either purchased

because Dick’s Sporting Goods in Niles already sells guns,Niles police just completed construction on a new gun range within the police station and Des Plaines and Morton Grove have shooting ranges that are a short drive away.

However Cunningham said safety was a top priority and his

tHe 5-2 VOte ReCOMMending tHe gun FaCiLity CaMe at tHe end OF a FOuR and a HaLF HOuR Meeting On JuLy 7. the guns legally or stole guns from friends or relatives.

Opponents of the facility are wary of Sportsman’s plans to hire Michael Darga, a manager at Shore Galleries’ for 20 years, because of the history of the Lincolnwood store.

The two opposing votes came from Commissioners Karen Dimond and Barbara Nakanishi.

Before the vote, Dimond said she was concerned with Darga’s involvement at Sportsman’s because the principal partners had previously admitted they had no experience running a gun shop and range.

She then went on the add that Sportsman’s was redundant

inexperience is why he was hiring Niles police Sgt. Nick Zakula and Chicago police Sergeants Christopher Papaioannou and Nick Zodo as part-time employees at the gun range. Oraha also told The Bugle that currently his partners were holding off on background checks for the nonlaw enforcement employees because they weren’t even sure if they would get approval to open Sportsman’s.

“When you build a multimillion dollar business you are going to think everything through thoroughly. [Darga’s] going to be one of our store managers but he’s not going to be our director of operations. But why hire people

and pay payroll when we still don’t have a business open?,” said Oraha.

Kanelos also rebutted Dimond’s remarks by saying that while Dick’s sells “long guns” they don’t sell handguns. He further said that he saw no evidence that Shore sold the guns used in crimes referenced in the Chicago crime report.

Towards the end of the meeting Kanelos called Niles Police Chief Dean Strzelecki to give testimony regarding the gun facility.

Strzelecksaid said he supported the proposed gun shop because his officers could use it for enhanced gun training and saw Sportsman’s posing no danger to the community. The company designing Sportsman’s just finished the police department’s gun range at a cost of about $149,000.

Now that the commission has backed Sportsman’s request a second time the special-use permit is expected to reappear before Niles trustees for a vote sometime in July.

Myles P. Cunningham Jr., Sportsman’s president, and James Oraha, Sportsman’s vice president, are the owners of Chicago based level Builders.

Their proposed layout would feature an 11,800 square foot, 22 lane firing range and 2,500 square feet of retail space.

The partners say they’ve been planning Sportsman’s for the past five years and expect to spend between $4.5 and $7 million building a state of the art facility.

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Kim Conenna, on the left, went to the Niles June 24 meeting with her son to speak out against the proposed gun range and store. larry, the man holding the “vote Yes” sign on the right, was in support of the range and told Conenna to “get her head out of her [expletive].”

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News Youth Basketball Summer League.

Registration is being accepted for the Youth Basketball Summer Leagues for Grades 2nd through 8th Girls and Boys. League runs June 23-August 17.

Participants can sign up as a team or individually. Your schedule will consist of 10 games. Games are played at Golf View Recreation Center & Grennan Heights.

Registration is being taken at the Howard Leisure Center.

For more information about Youth Basketball or volunteer coaching, please call (847) 967-6975.

Niles Park District Fall Baseball League. Niles Park District is offering a Fall Baseball League. Sign up for one of four divisions: 14 & Under, 12 & Under, 10 & Under, and 7 & 8 year olds. Games are played Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at Niles parks.

Each player will receive a jersey and hat. Sign up as a team or individually. League runs August 15-October 26.

Fee is Res $84; Non-Res $104.

Registration deadline is July 21. For more information please call (847) 967-1595.

Niles Park District Girls Softball Leagues. Niles Park District will be offering four girls softball leagues this Fall- 14 & Under, 12 & Under, 10 & Under, 8 & Under.

Season play begins August 16.

Jerseys and visor are provided by the Park District. You may sign up as a team or individual.

Registration deadline is July 28.

Registration is being accepted at the Howard Leisure Center, 6676 W. Howard Street.

For more information, please call (847) 967-1529.

JULY 17 Film: ‘Grand Budapest Hotel.’ 2 p.m. Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Recounts the adventures of Gustave H, a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars, and Zero Moustafa, the lobby boy who becomes his most trusted friend. Ralph Fiennes, Bill Murray.Did you miss the latest blockbuster movie when in was in theaters? Join us on the 3rd Thursday every month for a screening of the hottest movies at 2pm and 6:30pm. Call 847-929-5101 or

check out the Movies & More page on www.mgpl.org to learn more.

Furniture/ Design/ Artist / Party/ Sale. 6 p.m. 8121 N Milwaukee, Niles. Come Join Comforts of Home Furniture.

A night for a fun night of prizes, VIP furniture deals and of course wine. Meet our designers for free design consultations.

JULY 18 ‘Divergent’ Movie & Pizza Party. 6 p.m. Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Join us after hours at the library to watch the new Divergent movie, eat pizza, and make buttons for the different factions. All teens ages 1318 are welcome. Divergent (2014, PG-13, 2 hr 20 min) In a world divided by factions based on virtues, Tris learns she’s Divergent and won’t fit in. When she discovers a plot to destroy Divergents, Tris and the mysterious Four must find out what makes Divergents dangerous before it’s too late. Cast: Shailene Woodley, Theo James, Kate Winslet. Call 847-929-5101 or visit www.mgpl.org/teens/ for more information.

JULY 22 Aqua Zumba. 10:15 a.m.

Niles Family Fitness Center 987 Civic Center Dr, Niles.

Jump into the Latin inspired easy to follow, calorie burning dance fitness party that makes working out a splash. Join us for this safe, challenging, water based workout that’s cardio-conditioning, body toning, and most of all, exhilarating beyond belief.

Call 847-588-8400 for details.

JULY 25 MGPL After Dark: Jeannie Tanner Trio. Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Enjoy monthly performances on a Friday night in this afterhours series. Jeannie Tanner, an award winning composer, vocalist and trumpeter who performs and records jazzpop will be joined by Dan Murphy on piano and Cory Biggerstaff on upright bass for a evening of original music, jazz standards, and audience favorites. For more information, go to calendar. mgpl.org or call 847-9295101.

ONGOING Live Jazz Jam at Chambers.

Every Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

Chambers Seafood Grill & Chop House, 6881 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles. Come join us for dinner and live jazz.

John Bany is one of Chicago’s best and most interesting bass players. His bass playing, in addition to his unique vocal style, has delighted audiences everywhere. He is a, veteran bass player, John has played at a number of festivals including: the original Big Horn (Ivanhoe, Illinois), the Chicago Jazz Festival (9 appearances), the MidAmerican Jazz Festival (St. Louis, Missouri), Elkhart Jazz Festival (13 appearances) and the Atlanta World Music Fest.

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.

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, 847-296-2470.

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, 847-7292530 for more information.

taKe 5 Aries

MARCH 21 TO APRIl 20

You can’t recover the stone after it’s been thrown or the word after it’s been spoken. Keep your temper under control in the week ahead, even if it is tempting to let it loose.

Don’t rush into a business transaction without forethought.

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

Unite with others to promote a good cause in the upcoming week. You can meet someone who’ll help you reach your goals or who shares a similar vision of the future.

Don’t mix business with pleasure.

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Gain more through cooperation than through competition.

You might have the urge to push your way to the front of the line this week, or other people could push all your buttons.

Don’t rush to judgment or start a battle.

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Concentrate on friendships instead of love this week.

Those closest to you may seem to lack interest if you push the wrong buttons. Put your energy into getting more organized and focus on business needs.

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NOvEMbER 23 TO DECEMbER 22

The answer is there within your heart if you have the patience to wait until your head can hear it. Your opportunity to be wise, or to understand what is best for everyone, might not arrive until the end of the week.

AquArius

JANUARY 21 TO FEbRUARY 19

Look before you leap. A yellow light is blinking where business and career are concerned, so be cautious and thorough this week. Others close to you may put on the brakes on your behalf if you try to go too fast.

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J U N E 2 2 T O J U lY 2 2

Acting on your desires might put a dent in your wallet.

Be sure you share similar values with peers before expressing unpopular opinions. You could be distracted by ambitions and competitions in the week ahead.

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AUGUST 22 TO SEPTEMbER 23

The seeds of a financial idea could be planted, but you can’t force the growth. In the week to come, you might be in too much of a hurry to see immediate results. Use your money to make other people happy.

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OCTObER 24 TO NOvEMbER 22

Reveal rather than conceal. Open up and let others see your trustworthiness by being frank about confidential personal information this week. Strike an accord with an adversary or tighten the bonds of affection with a partner.

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DECEMbER 23 TO JANUARY 20

Teamwork is the key to success. Remain quick on your feet and poised to catch the ball if a partner needs your assistance. Remain supportive and be sure to have a basic plan in place for the week ahead.

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FEbRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

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Bugle Kids

INSIDE: Red Stars catching on throughout area, page 14; Chase Elliott coming to Chicagoland Speedway, page 15

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Area prep products competing at Division-I level By mike sandrolini For the bugle

mike@buglenewspapers.com @voyagersport

The following is a list of high school products from the Niles Bugle coverage area that have gone on to contribute to their respective teams at the NCAA Division I level.

This list comprises all Division I schools in Illinois, Minnesota, Michigan, Missouri, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio and Wisconsin, Big Ten schools, and athletes competing at schools across the country that the Bugle is aware of.

MAINE SOUTH •Kevin Dolan, men’s track and field, Illinois State—The freshman who helped Maine South’s cross country team take fifth in the state in 2012 competed in his first outdoor season for the Redbirds. He participated in the 800- and 5,000-meter runs, and was part of the squad’s 4x400 relay.

•David Eckhart, men’s track and field, Illinois State—Eckhard, a sophomore, transferred to ISU from the University of Illinois. He was a fourth-place finisher out of 21 runners at the Bill Cornell meet in April—his best finish of the year—and also ran the 1,500.

Additionally, Eckhart was part of the Redbirds’ 4x1,600 and distance medley relay teams.

•Michal Filipczak, men’s track and field, Duke—After a freshman year in which one of the Duke coaches called Filipczak’s performance the best the coaching staff had ever seen by an 800 runner at the school, Filipczak suffered an ankle injury towards the end of the 2014 indoor season, which kept him out most of >> see LEVEL | page 18

Courtesy of Cheryl Treworgy/Duke University

Michal Filipczak, a Maine South graduate, missed most of the outdoor season this year at Duke University due to an ankle injury.

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Sports

Red Stars catching on throughout area By mike sandrolini For the bugle

mike@buglenewspapers.com @voyagersport

It goes without saying that soccer has taken center stage with the men’s World Cup, which concluded play on Sunday.

Locally, the Chicago Red Stars—part of the nine-team professional National Women’s Soccer League(NWSL)—have actively helped promote the World Cup over the past few weeks. They and the Chicago Fire have been involved with U.S. Soccer’s recent game-viewing parties held at Grant Park.

“It was great for it to be introduced to a whole new set of fans,” said Laura Flynn, director of marketing and partnerships with the Red Stars. “The World Cup is definitely helping us in terms of marketing and awareness. It’s been fabulous for us.”

“Obviously the World Cup has had the most (television) viewers that it’s had,” said midfielder Julianne Sitch, who’s in her third season with the Red Stars. “With the men’s team doing well and getting out of their group this year, it was definitely good for the U.S. and soccer, and hopefully with women’s soccer as well, with their World Cup coming up next year.”

As was the case last summer, a capacity crowd turned out last Saturday night at the Benedictine University Sports Complex,where the Red Stars play their home games, to see the home team take on Hope Solo-led Seattle Reign FC—the NWSL’s first-place club which went into the contest undefeated. The Reign features such U.S. national stars as Solo, the goalkeeper who helped the U.S. win gold medals at the 2008 and 2012 Olympics, along with 2012 Olympics teammates Megan Rapinoe and Sydney Leroux.

“They’re the team to beat, and we want to be the team to beat them,” Flynn said after the Red Stars tied Portland Thorns FC 1-1 at Benedictine earlier in the week.

Flynn and the Red Stars got their wish as a goal in the eighth minute by forward Melissa Tancredi stood up for a 1-0 victory over the Reign. More importantly, the triumph put the Red Stars at 7-4-6 on the season and moved them into fourth place—a spot that would put them into the

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Christen Press and the Chicago Red Stars topped Portland FC 1-0 last Wednesday.

playoffs if they can hold on to fourth throughout the final seven games of the 2014 season.

“I see us definitely going to the playoffs, running into that playoff spot, making the top four and getting hopefully to the

championship game,” Sitch said.

The Red Stars have a nice representation of Illinois-grown talent on their 2014 roster with Sitch, an Oswego native and DePaul’s all-time leading scorer; defender Jackie Santacaterina

from Geneva and the University of Illinois; defender Rachel Quon, a former all-American at Lake Forest High School; defender Kecia Morway of Lake Villa, who was part of Notre Dame’s national championship team

as a freshman; and Naperville’s Vanessa DiBernardo, a midfielder.

“Yes, we have a good group (from Illinois) which is kind of nice,” said Santacaterina, a five>> see STARS | page 17

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Young Chase Elliott coming to Chicagoland

By Mark Gregory sports reporter

mark@buglenewspapers.com @Hear_The_Beard

By March of their senior year, most high school students are focused on graduation, prom and where they will be attending college the following fall.

Some seniors focus on extracurricular activities, sports or a job.

For 18-year-old Chase Elliott, March brought a whole different agenda – race season.

Elliott is in his first season driving the No. 9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet Camaro for Dale Junior Motorsports and his first on the NASCAR Nationwide Series.

Elliott has enjoyed success during the first half of his first season, as he has two victories, seven top-5 finishes and 12 top10s.

In fact, Elliott posted both of his wins, three top-5s and three top 10s before he graduated from Kings Ridge Christian School Alpharetta, Ga. He said that he was able to enjoy his senior year, despite being one of the brightest young stars of his Chase Elliott sits in third place in the NASCAR Nationwide standings. sport.

“I was fortunate to be able to the point standings – a position he of guys I was paired with and I felt have been gone and then have held for five consecutive weeks – like if I did my job then we could been able to come back and have making him the youngest driver to go out and win a race or more pretty much a normal high school lead in the Nationwide Series. than one,” Elliott said.“It is good to experience,”Elliott said.“I am lucky Elliott sits third in NNS points, have a couple wins and it has been enough to have a group of friends only 13 behind leader Regan Smith good to an extent, but I haven’t that respect what I do on the and eight behind Elliott Sadler. been happy with the way other weekends and don’t treat me any He is 21 points ahead of No.4 Ty weekends have gone and neither different. If they want to follow Dillon, the only other rookie in the has our team, but we are going to me, great, I appreciate the support, top five. Elliott is leading Dillon in work hard and correct that.” but if they are busy and have other the the Sunoco Rookie of the Year While hard work,dedication and stuff to do, I respect that.” standings as well. the right team are important keys Those who did follow Elliott saw The success has not been to Elliott’ success, his pedigree may him lead 120 laps and completed something that has surprised have a part in it as well. all but 26 of the 2,784 laps in the Elliott.

Elliott’s dad, Bill, is one of the Nationwide Series, good for a 99 “I didn’t think I would have this top drivers in NASCAR Cup Series percent lap completion rate. In success this fast in the season, but history and is a member of the early April he took over the lead in I really felt confident in the group recent;y announced 2015 NASCAR

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Hall of Fame class.

So while the elder Elliott reaches the culmination of a legendary career, the younger begins what he hopes will be a career to follow his dads. The parallel isn’t lost on Chase.

“It has been a special season for all of us,” he said. “Our season has started off good and I know it is a great honor for him to get into the Hall of Fame. It is really cool to be able to experience that with him.”

Elliott will look to continue his success this weekend at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet.

The race is slated for 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 19.

Like most of the tracks he has driven this year, Chicagoland Speedway is new to Elliott.

“Every race track is a little different, but you just have to do all you can before you get there like watching as much video as you can and getting advice from drivers from other drivers who have been there. That is all you can really do and hopefully that is enough,” he said.“I would say that 90 percent of the tracks I have been to this year, I had never been to, so it is fun to get to experience new racetracks and I have enjoyed it and I look forward to getting to Chicago.”

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Golf Review

mark + scott’s

review

Cantigny

Hazardous gem

Cantigny tough, but pretty I have heard quite a few good things about Cantigny Golf in Wheaton and was anxious to play the course. taylor’s take Mark Gregory by scott taylor and I were set up with the Woodside-Lakeside combination, as we were told those were the top two nine-hole courses of the three that Cantigny offers.

I was impressed with the course from the first hole and it finished as well as it ended.

After the dogleg right first hole, one of my favorite holes, the par-5 second hole, was next, named “Double Jeopardy.” It plays 521 from the blue tees and has to play over a creek twice. Both your layup and your approach shots could land in the creek, which makes you need to have accurate distances.The tree-lined fairways make it necessary to hit straight shots, as well.

After a couple of rather straightforward holes, the fifth hole is a sharp dogleg right with water on the right, not allowing you to cut off distance. If you bail out left the water can come into play again on the approach.

A long and tight par-4 follows with trees lining both sides of the fairways on a hole that plays

420 yards from the blue tees.

The seventh is a long par-5 that doglegs right at the end for your approach shot.

The eighth hole is another great one, a par-3 over water to a sloped gen that has a bunker in front of it. It shares a green with a Hillside hole and also has water behind and to the left of it, making it a very picturesque hole. Woodside finishes with a par-4 that has water to the left of the green.

The difficulty on Lakeside picks up early as the second hole, like the second at Woodside, is a demanding par-4. At 564 yards, it is long and requires a great deal of accuracy. Your drive could land in the water right, or left if you bomb it off the tee. The water can come into play on the second shot away if you are forced to lay up far back as there is a narrow fairway between two water hazards. It is night all the way up to the green as the tree line is right off a tight fairway.

After a slight breather on the third hole, the fourth hole is a par three where the water could come into play. A long par-5 follows and then comes a short, dogleg right par-4. At 330 from the blue, the green can be reached by the longest of hitters who cut off the dogleg. However, there are trees cutting off the

Cantigny

quick tip: Take less club to keep Location: Wheaton, IL best feature: Plenty of great golf the ball in play with trouble on holes throughout course. Lots of water many holes. hazards and tree-lined fairways offer plenty of difficulty.

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The par-5 second hole on the Woodside Course at Cantigny has a creek breaking up the fairway twice.

dogleg, so you would have to play a perfect cut or clear the trees in the air. I hit my best drive of the day, hitting a perfect cut in the bend and landed just 50 yards short of the green. A great strategic and driving hole.

Following a par-4 and a par-3, the closing hole is a great par-4 to finish. It plays at an average length of 378 yards, but has water in play the whole hole to the right and all around the green, except for the front, which is guarded by bunkers. It is another great hole.

Overall, both courses were in great shape and challenging to play. It does require a lot of

concentration as there is not much room to mishit your shots or you could be in water or trees.

I felt like there were several impressive holes on the course,on both the Lakeside and Woodside, that were both memorable to play and great to view. Then again, I am partial to several water hazards on a golf course.

At first I thought I preferred the Woodside Course slightly more, but looking back, both had quite a few great golf holes. Hopefully someday I will be able to play the Hillside Course as well as it looked fun to play, as well.

The cost of this top-notch public course is, as expected, not cheap. It costs $95 to play on the weekends and $85 during the week. That doesn’t include a cart, which is $20 more. But if you have the money, or you allow yourself one $100 round a year, whatever the case may be, if you can make it to Cantigny to play once a year or once in a lifetime, I would definitely recommend stopping in and playing.

All of the workers are extremely nice as well and they have a caddie program as well (as a former caddie, I appreciate this).

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Chicagoland teams fare well in AAU tournament

By Mark Gregory sports reporter

mark@buglenewspapers.com @Hear_The_Beard

On the website for the newlybuilt Athletic and Events Center in Romeoville, it states that the center has “the potential for large scale events and programs such as music concerts, regional and national tournaments …”

After all the action in the center last weekend at the Chicago Summer Jam put on by Baylor Basketball/TMT Sportz, the word potential can be removed from the description.

The Chicago Summer Jam is an AAU basketball tournament that brought 130 teams from more than a dozen states and Canada, as well as coaches representing nearly 150 college programs to Romeoville and everyone involved was thrilled with the way the village came through.

“I really love this complex and the Romeoville village has really just come in and let us do what

>> STARS, FROM PAGE 14 year Red Stars veteran.“(They’re) local players playing in the same clubs that these (young) girls do.

Hopefully that brings out more people and more fans and more excitement.”

DiBernardo, an ESPN Rise allAmerican who was instrumental in leading Waubonsie Valley to state titles in 2007, 2008 and 2010, then went on to star at Illinois.

She also is a member of the U.S. U-23 women’s national team.

She lives just 10 minutes away from Benedictine University, and was given an enthusiastic ovation when she was introduced prior to the game.

“I had some family, some friends and some old teammates here (tonight) that came from (the University of) Illinois so it was nice,” DiBernardo said.“It’s nice to be able to play professionally as a career and it’s nice to be close to home.”

Having Solo, Rapinoe and Leroux in town kept the turnstiles rolling on Saturday. But what about those nights when nationally recognized stars aren’t on the field?

Well, there was a nice-sized crowd at Benedictine July 9 to witness the Red Stars and Portland. The fan base is young; players from various area girls

we do and I really appreciate it,” said Toi Baylor, Event Director.

“We look for this to be an annual event and to get bigger and bigger for Baylor Basketball as well as the Village of Romeoville.”

Baylor Basketball worked in partnership with Illinois-based AAU team Meanstreets, founded and run by former University of Michigan basketball and baseball star and ex-NFL wide receiver Tai Streets.

“This facility is state of the art,” Streets said. “I love this place. I came and saw it when it was field turf and I wondered how they were going to make it into basketball courts, but they did.

It is beautiful and I love the area, I love Romeoville. The people here have welcomed us with open arms all the higher ups in Romeoville have been great to us.”

Streets hopes to bring a Nike Elite Basketball League tournament to Romeoville as well in the future.

youth soccer programs were on hand for this particular contest, along with families.

“A lot of families.” Flynn noted.

“It’s great to have whole families come out. One woman came out today and brought a group of 20—some of her daughter’s friends and their parents and they made a night out of it. It’s affordable entertainment.”

Flynn pointed out that the Red Stars organization and their players are actively involved in the community, which in turn, leads to fan support.

“We’re taking our players and really getting them out there in the community, working with the youth clubs,” she said. “A lot of these lesser-known players and lesser known names are becoming really well known in the local clubs. People want to come out and support our goalkeeper,Taylor Vancil, because she’s gone and done clinics with them.”

The next challenge for the Red Stars is to get older adults, particularly men, out to the games.

“Youth clubs are our bread and butter,” Flynn said, “but I think one thing that the Red Stars and myself are especially focused on is growing our name outside of that.We want people to come out and enjoy it.”

The tournament organizers were not the only ones that enjoyed the facility and tournament.

Players like Joliet Catholic Academy junior-to-be Jalen Jackson liked the fact that the facility was close to home for him and his 16U Windy City Magic teammates as well as seeing teams travel to his home area.

“This is great for us, it is 10 minutes down the street for me,” Jackson said. “I know a lot of teams came from a long way, so it is great to see that so many teams made the effort to come here.

There are some of the top ranked teams in the country here.”

One of the players that traveled a distance came from Manitoba,

Canada – more than 800 miles north.

“It is great. It has been great being in the area all week. Where we are from, the tournaments are smaller in smaller gyms,” said Daniel Dekleva of the U16 D1 Manitoba/The Academy. “Then we come here and this is great, then we see Mac Irvin Fire where so many NBA players have come from, it great.This is crazy.”

The Fire, the former AAU home of Jabari Parker, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft, feature some of the state’s best players like Jalen Brunson of Stevenson, Ed Morrow of Simeon and Bolingbrook’s Julian Torres.

“This is a great tournament in a great facility right in our back yard

against national teams. This is a great experience,” said 17U coach Mike Irvin. To have a facility this close to Chicago is great. We see these across the country, but we don’t see them here by Chicago.”

The 17U Fire won the tournament, something Irvin said was important on their home soil.

“We have to defend this,” he said.“We are a show on the road, so when we are here, we really have to impress. We have some talent.”

Illinois teams defended the home turf well in the top divisions as Meanstreets, the former home of NBA All-Star Anthony Davis and University of Kentucky recruit Tyler Ulis, won the 16U division.

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Sports >> LEVEL, FROM PAGE 13 the outdoor season. Filipczak is already part of two Duke relay teams that set school records last spring: the 4x400 and 4x800.

•Jimmy Frankos, catcherutility infielder, Iowa—Frankos, a sophomore, started 26 games behind the plate for the Hawkeyes (30-23) while seeing action in 33 games overall.

He took over as Iowa’s No. 1 catcher following an injury to Trevor Kenyon. Frankos hit a team-high .344 in Big Ten games and was among the top 10 in the conference in hitting.

Overall, Frankos hit .313 •Will Krug, outfielder, University of Illinois baseball—A junior, Krug was one of only two Illinois players who started in all 53 games this spring. The outfielder hit .307—third best on the club—was the team leader in total hits (69) and was second on the team in doubles (10).

He also posted a .993 fielding percentage. Illinois was 32-21 overall, 17-7 in the Big Ten. •Megan Lemersal, women’s track, University of Illinois— The former state qualifier in track and cross country finished her freshman campaign at Illinois.

•Ronnie Muck, relief pitcher, University of Illinois—The senior completed his career at Illinois and posted career totals of nine saves, a 3.63 ERA, 81 strikeouts and a 6-6 record while appearing 72 games—all out of the bullpen. He pitched in two different NCAA Regionals and was selected in the 30th round of this year’s First-Year Player Draft by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.

•Kaitlyn Mullarkey, softball, University of Iowa—Mullarkey played in 33 games as a freshman at either first base or the outfield, with 27 starts.

Her best game of the year took place on April 16 vs. Missouri when she homered and drove in four runs.

•Katie Muench, women’s rowing, Wisconsin—The junior was part of a Badgers’ team that finished 16th in the NCAA championships held in June at Indianapolis.

•Audrey O’Connor, women’s tennis, University of Illinois— O’Connor was a sophomore with the Illini this spring.

•Frank Perrone, outfielder/ infielder, Eastern Illinois baseball—A freshman for the

Panthers, Perrone played in 50 games and had 46 starts. He hit .240 with 25 RBIs and 15 extra base hits, including five triples.

•Kyle Richardson, outfielder, Notre Dame baseball—The sophomore made 30 starts for the Irish and played in 42 games this season.

•Sean Senf, men’s track and field, Illinois State—A senior, Senf competed in three events for the Redbirds: the 1,500, 5,000 and 10,000. He took third at two meets: in the 10,000 out of 33 runners at the Drake Relays, and in the 5,000 out of 21 runners at the Jesse Owens Classic.

•Robbie Taylor, men’s track and field, Illinois State—The freshman who also was a mainstay on the Hawks’ 2012 fifth-place state cross country team took part in the 800, 1,500, 5,000 and the steeplechase outdoors.

•Jon Vaccaro, men’s track and field, University of Illinois—Another important part of Maine South’s 2012 fifth place state cross country team, Vaccaro completed his freshman year with the Illini.

•Kristen Zillmer, women’s track and field, Illinois State— The senior capped a brilliant career at ISU by placing 23rd in the steeplechase at the NCAA Outdoor Championships in Eugene, Ore.—the second straight year she advanced to the NCAA championships. She was a two-time Missouri Valley Conference champion in this event. She also won the 1,500 at the Bill Cornell meet, ran the 800 and was part of ISU’s 4x400 and 4x800 relay teams.

NILES WEST •John Nasshan, pitcher, Bradley University—A redshirt senior, Nasshan pitched in nine games, starting three, and struck out 15 in 22.0 innings.

He was 0-3 this season.

•Tyler Pazik, pitcher, Indiana State—The senior lefty concluded his career with the Sycamores, who went 35-18 overall and 14-7 in the Missouri Valley Conference.

•George Webb, men’s track and field, Drake University— The distance runner completed his freshman year at Drake.

•Vova Zverkovsky, men’s tennis, Eastern Illinois—The senior registered a 2-1 record during the spring in doubles.

He was 10-20 overall in doubles competition for his career.

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dave says

Who do you want to hang out with in your life?

I’m a big fan of growth stock mutual funds when it comes to long-term investing Dear Dave, I have job offers from two tech companies. One is in San Antonio and pays $55,000 a year, while the

other is in Silicon Valley making $100,000 a year. My friends are advising me to move to California, but I feel like I’d have more money in my budget if I moved to San Antonio.What do you think?

Aaron Dear Aaron, The good news about Silicon Valley is you’d be around a ton of really smart people in your industry. I mean, it’s the epicenter of the tech world, right? You’ll learn a ton and have lots of opportunities, so there’s definitely an upside.The problem is that the Silicon Valley area is one of the most expensive places to live in the entire country. The real estate prices and cost of living are ridiculous! Still, if it weren’t for the cost of living argument, it would be a no-brainer for me. Then, it wouldn’t really be so much about the income and prices as it would be about the career opportunity.

Still, you have to consider the economic factors involved here.

With that in mind, it’s not an exaggeration to say you might actually put more money in your

pocket at $55,000 in San Antonio than you would $100,000 in Silicon Valley. That’s entirely possible!I think things are going to come out pretty even — economically speaking — once you adjust for the cost of living. I’m a huge fan of Texas. It’s a great business market and tax situation down there. But really, in my mind the question comes down to your personal comfort level and quality of life.

And that’s something you’ll have to answer for yourself!

Dave Dear Dave, My wife and I just became debtfree, and we’re saving for our first house. We have about $75,000 in savings, and we’d like to buy a home with cash in the next few years. Where do you think we should place our money so it’s working for us while we save?

Andrew Dear Andrew, I don’t advise playing the market on the short term. If I were in your shoes, and looking at possibly a two- to four-year window, I’d just pile the cash in a money market

account or possibly a balanced fund.I’m a big fan of growth stock mutual funds when it comes to long-term investing. The problem with that in this scenario would be the volatility of the market. By the time you’ve saved up more money and spent time deciding on a house, the market may be down. All you’re looking for in this scenario is a wise, safe place to park it and pile it up while you prepare.

Congratulations, Andrew. Debtfree is the way to be when you’re looking to buy a nice, new home!

—Dave * Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He has authored five New York Times best-selling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover, EntreLeadership and Smart Money Smart Kids. His newest best-seller, Smart Money Smart Kids, was written with his daughter Rachel Cruze, and recently debuted at #1. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 8 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

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Golfers Needed The Niles Senior Center is looking for men and women for the upcoming golf season! Contact Jaymi at (847)588-8420 for more info!

Niles Senior Center

Yoga in Chairs Yoga is all about f lexibility… and we are f lexible about whether you sit, hold on or stand. Thursdays, July 3-31, 10:45am-11:45am. $30M/$35NM

Thursday, July 17, 8:00am-2:00pm Life Source Donor Coach at Niles Family Fitness Center, 987 Civic Center Drive

Lifesource Blood Drive

This dynamic, refreshing class is led by long time leader of this program, Arlene Golub. This group is filled with folks from all walks of life, retired or not, who want to keep abreast of a broad spectrum of

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 588-8420.

Information about the Niles Senior Center can be found on the Village of Niles Website at www.vniles. com. Click on “Departments” (upper left), and then Click on “Senior” You can now see what’s new at the Senior Center.

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 847-588-8420 Individuals must be a

what is occurring locally and worldwide.

Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Please call the NSC at 847-5888420 for more information.

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.

Issues in the News • 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Thursdays This dynamic, refreshing class is led by long time leader of this program, Arlene Golub. This group 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. Please call the NSC at 847-588-8420 for more information.

Got the dot? It may save your life Assist first responders with the information they need. Become part of the Illinois Dot Program. The Illinois Dot Program is a statewide initiative designed to provide vital medical information on vehicle drivers and passengers.

Information contained on the medical card can assist first responders in the “Golden Hour” immediately following a serious crash.

This can very well mean the difference between life and death. For more information, please contact the Niles Senior Center (847 5888420).

Social Bridge players needed!

Every Tuesday, 12:30pm, contact Jaymi at the Niles Senior Center for more information.

Hooked on Fishing All outings meet at 8:00am at the designated location.

Cost includes: morning snacks, juice, bait and lunch.

Register for the outings at the Niles Senior Center.

Maps available at the Front Desk. $15M/$20NM. Little Bear – Friday, July 25; The Glen – Friday, Aug. 22.’

Weekly Dinner & Movie Every Tuesday evening we will be showing a movie at 5:15pm. Dinners can be purchased at the NSC front desk. Registration is required.

July 22 – Delivery Man July 29 – August: Osage County Aug. 5 – Grand Budapest Hotel Aug. 12 – Grudge Match Save the Date! Save a Life!

Lifesource Blood Drive Thursday, July 17, 8:00am2:00pm in a Life Source Donor Coach at Niles Family Fitness Center, 987 Civic Center Drive. The Village of Niles is hosting a community blood drive. Please be generous and share life!

Blood donors must be at least 16 years old, weigh 110 lbs, and be in general good health. Please make sure to have something to eat prior to donating and bring identification with you. Only 40 minutes of your time can help save up to 3 lives! All donors will find out what their blood type is, receive a free cholesterol screening, blood pressure reading and iron level screening. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please contact Lifesource at 877-543-3768 or register online at www. lifesource.org and enter the

sponsor code SK60.

Dance Recital & Reception With Rhythm & Beyond Dance Studio.

Join 3-6 year old dancers from Niles’ Rhythm & Beyond Dance Studios for mid-morning fun including tumbling, music, and different styles of dance.

This special program will delight you. Be sure to stick around after to mingle with our little guest stars with light refreshments. Saturday, July 19, 11 a.m. to noon $2M/$3NM 50+ Sports Challenge Kick Off Winning never gets old!

Join us for an afternoon at the NSC to learn about participating in or volunteering for the first 50+ Sports Challenge. This year’s Challenge will be held at the Niles Senior Center as well as the Niles Fitness Center.

If you are 50 or better, this may be your chance to chase the golf! First, join us for a viewing of the Age of Champions documentary.

Light refreshments will be served after the film.

Thursday, Aug. 7, 1:30-3:30 p.m., FREE Open MIC Night Get out of the house and onto the stage! There is limited amount of time slots, so reserve your spot today!

Guitar players, singers, comedians, poets, musicians of all styles wanted! Contact Jaymi at (847)588-8420 to reserve your spot. Open to everyone! Registration required. Monday, Aug. 18, 6 to 8 p.m. $7M/$10.50NM Includes: Glass of wine, coffee & light refreshments.

Puttin’ on the Ritz (The Life & Music of Irving Berlin) Luncheon With John Boda.

This presentation is a combination of both pictures, interesting tidbits, and music of Irving Berlin songs performed live in between, including “Puttin’ on the Ritz.” Hear other songs as well such as “Cheek to Cheek” “Alexander’s Ragtime Band”, “Always”, see SENIORS | page 25

Senior Style >> SENIORS, from page 24 “Blue Skies”, “Easter Parade”, “God Bless America” and more! Berlin was the most prolific and important songwriter of the 20th Century, 1000 songs in his long life of 101 years!

Each song performed is prefaced with a brief detail on how and where it was written. Berlin’s life will be traced in this enjoyable program. After the presentation, enjoy delicious cheeseburgers, chips, and dessert! Wednesday, Aug. 27, 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. $10M/$15NM.

Park Ridge Senior Center Senior Center Memberships Senior Center membership begins at age 55. Our quarterly new and prospective member meetings will you give information on the many activities, programs, events and services offered.

Membership dues are: Single: $46 Resident, $65 Non-Resident Couple: $70 Resident, $99 Non-Resident Over 90 Single: $23 Resident, $32.50 Non-Resident Over 90 Couple: $35 Resident, $49.50 NonResident Enjoy these Senior Center Membership benefits: Priority registration and special rates for Active Adult programs, events & trips; A drop-in social center open 7 days a week; Free members-only unique monthly programming and activities; A variety of free clubs for many interests and hobbies; Monthly Newsletter delivered to your home; and Volunteer Opportunities.

Enjoy these facility amenities as a Senior Center Member: Large meeting hall; Classrooms; Full service kitchen; Stage with sound system; Ceramic room and kiln; 2 large screen TVs; Game tables; 4 ping pong tables; Variety of solitary and group activities for member use;

Members art displays; Free Lending Library; and Free Medical Lending Closet (limited quantities) For more information, call 847-692-3597.

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Bridge 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 847-692-3597 for more information or to be put in touch with one of the group moderators.

Senior Center Clubs Men’s Club: 1st & 2nd Tuesday of the month. Join us as we plan fun and exciting events, as well as make a difference in our community.

Book Worms: 1st Thursday of the month, 1 p.m. Love to read? Join us every month for a discussion pertaining to a variety of books . One per month .

Camera Club: 4th Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m. Join our camera club as they provide instruction and interesting slideshows on a variety of different topics .

Money Matters with Chris Valentine: 1st & 3rd Monday of the Month, 10 a.m. Chris Valentine from Edward Jones presents a program of financial tips and answers your questions Opera Arts Club with Leo Rizzetto. 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, Noon. Do you have a love for opera and/or musicals? Leo Rizzetto, opera aficionado, presents a variety of majestic operas and toe tapping musicals.

Computer Club: 1st Wednesday of the month, 1:30 p.m. Need a computer refresher course or just help learning the computer? Join Richard Brandt as he leads the group . Come with questions.

Handicrafters: every Friday, 10 a.m. Do you knit, crochet, sew, quilt, cross-stitch, or embroider? We make items for the Annual Holiday Bazaar and the V .A . Hospitals . We provide the supplies for these events, or you can work on your own project . Beginners are welcome!

Ongoing activities Following are number of ongoing activities at the

ONGOING

Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center of Concern in Park Ridge

Volunteer Help needed

Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center of Concern in Park Ridge.

This 35 year old social service agency helps maintain senior citizens in their homes and provides housing assistance enabling them

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.

• 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 non-members.

to live with dignity and independence. Call Jim at 847-823-0453. Very flexible hours and other volunteer opportunities are available.

The Center of Concern

The mission of The Center of Concern is to provide housing assistance, support services, and counseling for seniors, the disabled, and others in need, enabling them to live with dignity and independence.

The Center’s web site is www. centerofconcern.org.

Volunteer needed Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center of Concern in Park Ridge. This 35 year old social service agency helps maintain senior citizens in their homes and provides housing assistance enabling them to live with dignity and independence. Call Jim at 847-823-0453. Very f lexible hours and other volunteer opportunities are available. see SENIORS | page 26

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>> SENIORS, from page 25 Calendar of Events Unless otherwise noted, all services are offered at The Center of Concern offices at 1580 N. Northwest Hwy., Suite 310, in Park Ridge.

For services that require an appointment, call 847-8230453 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday through Thursday, or 9 a.m. to noon Friday.

• Wed., July 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30—Grief and Loss Counseling • Wed., July 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30—Consultation appointments for supportive services for isolated seniors and family caregivers of Maine Township • Mon. July 7, 14, 21, and 28—Employment counseling (by appt. only) • Sat., July 12 and July 26—Legal counseling (by appt. only) • Sun., July 20—Coffee and Classics (Intergenerational Car Show), Park Ridge Public Library Parking Lot, 9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.

• Sat., July 26—Blood pressure & blood sugar testing, 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. (no appointment needed) Preparation of simple wills and durable powers of attorney for health care and property also is available by appointment. Homeowners

desiring additional income, companionship, or the ability to remain in their homes may wish to consider The Center of Concern’s shared housing program. Residents are matched with screened applicants who possess a temperament suitable to shared accommodations.

The Center of Concern also offers friendly visitors for the homebound, programs designed to prevent homelessness, and volunteer opportunities in the office and in the field. The Center’s web site is www. centerofconcern.org.

Morton Grove North Shore Senior Center North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Social Services Office has space in the American Legion Memorial Civic Center at 6140 Dempster Street.

Information and assistance is provided to individuals of all ages including access to public benefits, referrals for a variety of community programs, on-site and offsite support groups, and applications for the Village financial assistance program.

A monthly Caregiver Support Group meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Senior Style On-site appointments are available for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, with Senior Health Insurance Program volunteers, and to discuss individual concerns of all kinds.

Monthly wellness programs offered include cholesterol screening, diabetes screening, and a foot care clinic.

Appointments are available by calling 847-470-5223.

For information or an appointment to discuss your needs, call Mary Senn at 847663-3072.

Volunteer opportunities Do you have great people skills? Do you enjoy reception work? North Shore Senior Center in Morton Grove has opening for people to help at our front desk, greeting guests, directing calls, and assisting with registrations. Please contact Volunteer Services at 847.784.6052 for details.

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 847-470-5223 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or stop by the Senior Center, 6140 Dempster Street in Morton Grove, to become a member.

Gardening for Life Enrichment --Pressed Flower Greeting Cards Thursday, July 17, 1 – 2:00 p.m. Gardening for Life Enrichment is a new series offered by the Chicago Botanic Garden Horticultural Therapy Services. Enjoy the peace, joy, and fun of working with plants and nature in these enjoyable classes. No crawling on your knees or digging in the yard!

Create one-of-a-kind natural plant and dried flower greeting cards with the help of a professional floral designer from the Chicago Botanic Gardens. Materials included! $19 member; $25 non-member. Call 847-4705223 to register.

Benny Goodman in Concert Monday, July 21 1 – 2:30 p.m.

It’s the King of Swing, live in concert! Revel in the toetapping hits of this immortal

of the clarinet. Also enjoy a retrospective of Benny Goodman in his later years, performing just as well if not better than ever! Clips from the movie The Benny Goodman Story will be highlighted. $8 member; $11 non-member. Call 847-4705223 to register.

1812, America’s Second War of Independence Wednesday, July 23 1 – 3:00 p.m.

One of the forgotten wars in American history, the War of 1812 strengthened the United States as a sovereign nation. Join naturalist and photographer Jim Rowan as he discusses the causes for this war as well as its consequences. $8 member; $11 non-member. Call 847470-5223 to register.

The 12 Most Memorable Events in Chicago Sports History Wednesday, August 6 1 – 2:30 p.m.

People can argue about this, but a panel of Chicago sports experts selected the top 12 moments that will be reviewed in this entertaining program with Roberta Lipman. Do they include any of Michael Jordan’s gamewinning final shots for the bulls or the ‘long-count’ Dempsey-Tunney fight of 1927? Come and find out! $8 member; $11 non-member.

Call 847-470-5223 to register.

Senior Style MaineStreamers

Any estimated 100+ seniors enjoyed great weather and free bingo courtesy of the MaineStreamers. It is a regular feature at the annual Taste of Park Ridge on Senior Day (Friday of the fest). Seniors also enjoyed a free movie at the Pickwick earlier in the day and, of course, a chance to select from offerings of several dozen food/beverage vendors.

Photos courtesy of Dick Barton

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There is Therese Tully, MaineStreamers staff member, handing out one of the game prizes to the lucky winner.

Photos courtesy of Dick Barton

Maine Township Town Hall will be one of the featured stops on Saturday (Family Day) for the Historic Tours of Park Ridge sponsored by The Summit of Uptown and The Journal newspapers. Bus tours are free but donations benefit The Kalo Foundation and the Iannelli Art Studio renovations.

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