The Shopper 3/8/2023

Free Learning Opportunities Available and Volunteers Needed for the SSC Literacy Tutoring Program

South Suburban College (SSC) is seeking participants for the Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program. The program is structured to train volunteers to become one-on-one tutors for adults needing basic literacy skills. Instruction in basic literacy includes the development of phonetic reading skills, whole language experience, and effective communication skills. Residents can volunteer as tutors and encourage others to take advantage of this free professional development opportunity.

Once certified, SSC’s volunteer literacy tutors visit adult learners at locations in or near their neighborhoods. Tutoring is flexibly scheduled based on the availability of tutors, learners, and tutoring sites. The following locations have been established as tutoring sites: Acorn Public Library, Oak Forest; GlenwoodLynwood Library; Harvey Public Library; Phoenix Public Library; Calumet City Public Library; Grande Prairie Library, Hazel Crest; Homewood Public Library; South Holland Public Library; South Suburban College Main Campus Library, South Holland; South Suburban College Oak Forest Center Library, Oak Forest; Lansing Public Library; Dolton Public Library; Riverdale Public Library; Blue Island Public Library; Dixmoor Public Library; Tinley Park Public Library; Markham Public Library; Midlothian Public Library; and Thornton Public Library. Illiteracy can be debilitating for adults who have yet to receive

the proper instruction. Adults who cannot read experience difficulty completing many daily activities that others may take for granted, along with a disadvantage in today’s competitive job market.

SSC’s Office of Adult Education administers the Adult Volunteer Literacy (AVL) Tutoring Program in addition to High School Equivalency (HSE), English as a Second Language (ESL), and Adult Basic Education (ABE). These opportunities are made possible by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library (ISL), a division of the Office of the Secretary of State, using state funds designated for literacy.

The March training will occur at the SSC’s Oak Forest Campus in Oak Forest on Tuesdays and Thursdays from March 7 through March 23, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. This 12-hour program culminates with literacy training certification. Tutors will continue to receive free professional development services throughout this program. Successful tutors are also eligible for letters of support or recommendation for jobs, scholarships, educational opportunities, and more. For additional information or to register, please get in touch with David Stephens, Adult Literacy Grants Manager, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2558, or email DStephens@ssc.edu

The First Inaugural NWI Talent Show Announced

Residents of Northwest Indiana can find stellar entertainment like they have never seen before on Thursday, March 23rd at 6:30 pm – 9pm at the Mascot Hall of Fame in Whiting Indiana. Whether it’s Magicians, Comedians, Vocalist, Modern Dance, and even a Film Maker this evening is sure to entertain and leave you knowing that NWI Has Talent! There are 15 Acts Total; a Hollywood judge, and celebrity announcers and emcees. This will be an evening of LIVE music, uproarious Comedy, extraordinary Dance, enticing Vocals, and some outlandish surprises. Be prepared to vote for your home town cause it’s a “Battle of Municipalities” having a friendly competition amongst various towns and cities which adds a new component to the audience participation. Craft beer and a full liquor bar and food are available for purchase. Come vote for you talent which is half of the score.

See Magician KALITA, who is an Extricationist (an escape magician) who appeared on WGN again on March 2nd 2023. At the Talent Show, KALITA will be performing his famous $1,000 escape, whereby whomever ties him up will win $1,000 if he can’t escape! Surely an exciting skit to se, surely worth the price of admission alone!

Also Train Rex Comedy Group; Indiana Ballet Theatre; Elvis Impersonator, Region’s Got Talent Winner, and Marquette H.S. Talent Show winner, a talented children’s author turned in to Film maker and many more will be appearing, all of whom perform all

over Northwest Indiana with their special talents. Mark Edward Wilows, a Hollywood Actor, Producer and author will be one of the judges. Promising to present a wide variety, there is also a Spoken Word & Visual Artist from Merrillville. And, don’t let the location fool you. Mascot Hall of fame turns itself in to a night club at night and a kid’s playground during the day. This promises to be an evening you will not soon forget. Patrons can enjoy the complimentary sweet bar. Vison Quest will also be giving IMPACT AWARDS that evening while the votes are being tallied. You don’t want to miss that either! Find out who’s making things happen for the good of our community in NWI.

Mascot Hall of Fame is located on Lake Michigan at 1851 Frontage Rd in Whiting, Indiana. Producer Becky Mateja, Vision Quest, and Sue Baxte, PanoramaNOW Entertainment News, are synergized with the help of Mayor Steve Spebar to present this event. Questions can be forwarded to either PanoramaNow Entertainment News at 219-464-9237 or Vision Quest at 219-921-4584. Children are allowed, tickets are $25 and are available on Eventbrite (the Eventbrite fee is included in the ticket) Just type in Nwi Talent Show. Thank you goes out to Notre Dame Credit Union, Mayor Steve Spebar of Whiting and several other local businesses and volunteers who are supporting this Inaugural Event.

Clerk Yarbrough To Announce Pay Increase for Poll Workers in the April 4 Election

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Can you plan for an unplanned retirement?

SUBMITTED BY PATRICK ZAMKIN

Many people plan to take an early retirement, so when that day arrives, they’re ready for it. But what if you were to face an unplanned retirement? Would you be prepared to deal with the financial issues?

It’s something worth thinking about, because any number of factors — illness, a spouse’s illness, downsizing, other issues — could lead to an abrupt departure from the workforce. But taking action while you’re still working may help you make the transition easier on yourself.

Your first move, of course, should be to at least consider the possibility of having to retire earlier than you planned. You can then move on to some concrete steps, possibly including the following.

Build an emergency fund. Under any circumstances, it’s a good idea to build an emergency fund — but it’s especially important if you want to prepare for an unforeseen retirement. Generally speaking, your emergency fund should contain three to six months’ worth of living expenses, with the money kept in a liquid, low-risk account. But if you suspect an earlier-than-anticipated retirement may be in your future, and you have some time to prepare for it, you should consider an emergency fund that contains a full year’s worth of expenses.

Consider your portfolio’s asset allocation. If you’re concerned about an unexpected retirement, you may want to consider the equities allocation in your portfolio. If you think you may need to tap into your portfolio sooner than you expected, you may not want to be over-exposed to investments most vulnerable to market volatility. However, these are the same investments that offer you the most growth potential — which you’ll need to help stay ahead of inflation. So, look for an investment balance that’s

Quick Credit Adjustments

MIKE

The spring market is almost here!

Potential buyers are receiving income tax returns that in some cases equate to down payments. However, many first-time home buyers seeking pre-approvals are finding that their credit (FICO) scores are slightly sub-par for a mortgage approval.

Unfortunately, a person with a bad credit score is often in this position because he or she lacks the discipline to pay bills on time. Of course, there are exceptions where unforeseen circumstances come into play, such as health complications, or loss of employment.

There are a few things that may be able to bring your score up so that you can either qualify for or secure a better interest rate on your mortgage loan.

Example 1: Distribute debt from revolving credit.

Our borrower, Mr. Jones, has a credit score of 664. He has five credit cards, but his Visa account is almost maxed out. His other four credit cards have relatively low balances. Mr. Jones moves part of the debt from the Visa account to the other major credit card accounts, thus distributing the debt more evenly over the five cards. This changes the ratio of debt to available credit (which has a 30% impact on the overall

BUDER

credit score) and Mr. Jones successfully raises his credit score by 20 points with very little effort.

Example 2: Transfer outstanding balances to new accounts.

Our borrower, Mr. Smith, has only two credit cards, but both are pushing the limit of available credit. Mr. Smith opens two new credit card accounts, each with a credit limit of $5,000. He transfers part of his existing balances to the new accounts. While he has acquired two new cards that have no established history, the greater impact is the change in the ratio of debt to available credit.

Ultimately, experts say that it is best to have three to five credit cards, and no more than that. You should keep your balances as low as possible. If you have a credit account with a zero balance, do not close the account. Instead, make a small purchase so the card shows up as an active account on your credit report, and you will be awarded points for your long-term credit history.

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Pritzker touts $70 mil. plan for addressing teacher shortage

Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday highlighted a proposed grant program that would direct $70 million per year over the next three years to school districts facing the greatest teacher shortages.

The Teacher Pipeline Grant Program, which Pritzker included in his budget proposal to lawmakers, would target vacancies in 170 school districts that account for 80 percent of all unfilled teaching positions in Illinois. The districts would have “maximum flexibility” to decide how the funds are disbursed, according to a news release.

Funds could be used for signing bonuses, housing stipends, down-payment assistance and providing residencies or apprenticeships, among other hiring incentives. Districts may also use the funding to reimburse tuition and fees or to provide teaching supplies, coaching and additional school support.

reported 3,558 unfilled teaching positions as of October 2022.

“These shortages don’t just affect students equally. These vacancies are concentrated in bilingual education, special education and STEM,” Sanders said. “This is why the teacher pipeline program will target districts with the resources they need to solve locally the challenges they have for recruitment and retention and remove barriers preventing aspiring educators from pursuing a calling to teaching.”

In addition to the grant program, ISBE will also spend $6 million in federal funds to hire a multimedia advertising and marketing firm to create a statewide teacher recruitment campaign.

appropriate for your needs. As part of this positioning, you may want to shift some assets into income-producing vehicles, while also adding to the “cash” portion of your portfolio to boost your liquidity.

Evaluate your Social Security options. An unplanned retirement may cause you to consider taking Social Security earlier than you had planned. You can start taking Social Security when you’re 62, but your monthly benefits will be up to 30% lower than if you had waited until your full retirement age, which is likely between 66 and 67. If you have sufficient income through other sources, you may be able to delay taking Social Security until your checks will be bigger — but of course, if you need the money, waiting may not be an option.

Address your health care needs. If you take an unplanned retirement, and you have employer-sponsored health insurance, you’ll have to look for alternatives. You might be able to get extended coverage from your employer, but this could be quite expensive.

Of course, if you’re already 65, you can get on Medicare, but if you’re younger, you might be able to get coverage under your spouse’s plan. If that’s not an option, you may want to explore one of the health care exchanges created by the Affordable Care Act. To learn more about these exchanges, visit healthcare.gov.

Taking an unexpected retirement can certainly be challenging – but the more prepared you are, the better your outcomes are likely to be.

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“The result will be that over 870,000 Illinois students will see an improved teacher-student ratio, a critical factor in classroom success,” Gov. Pritzker said at a Friday news conference. “Our collective goals are to make sure we have enough great teachers in every classroom.”

The governor touted some of his earlier accomplishments aimed at improving the teaching workforce, including increasing the teacher minimum wage, increasing scholarships and grants for aspiring teachers, and reducing the reinstatement fees for a lapsed educator license.

Pritzker also made a call to other teachers in surrounding states to move to Illinois.

“We have surrounding states where teachers are paid less than teachers in the state of Illinois and I want to formally invite every teacher in every state surrounding us to jump over the border,” Pritzker said, eliciting laughter from the crowd.

He was joined by newly appointed State Superintendent of Education Tony Sanders, a former superintendent for Elgin Area School District U46, the second largest school district in Illinois.

Sanders pointed to Illinois State Board of Education data that shows Illinois schools

The governor has spent several recent news conferences publicizing his plans on education issues, including his proposed “Smart Start” program to expand access to preschool and child care throughout the state. In the weeks following his budget address, he visited Springfield, Rockford, East St. Louis, Chicago, Mount Vernon, Chicago, Peoria and Macomb to rally support for the plan.

“When I came into office, the state of Illinois was providing nearly the lowest percentage of school funding for K-12 and P-12,” Pritzker said at the Friday news conference. “That was four years ago. But during the last four years, with the General Assembly’s help, we’ve addressed this woeful underfunding of K-12 education with an increase of more than $1.5 billion from the state of Illinois.”

His proposed plan calls for $250 million to fund the first year of Smart Start and an additional $350 million aimed at the Evidence Based Funding formula.

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LOCAL CHURCHES

CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH

16341 South Park Ave., South Holland 708-339-1133

Info@CalvarySouthHolland.org

CalvarySouthHolland.org

PASTOR ALFONZO SURRETT, SR.

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMS

8303 Sheffield Avenue Dyer, IN 46311 (219) 322-6527

gracedyer.webchicago.net WORSHIP

JESUS LIGHTHOUSE OF LOVE

INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES

19058 Burnham Ave, Lansing 312-206-1833

facebook.com/JLOLMinistries

CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH, COGIC

1151 E. 170th St., South Holland

708-331-8389

FAX 708.331.8374

Admin@ChristCommunityCOGIC.org

ChristCommunityCOGIC.org

PASTOR DR. CARL E. KING, SR. WORSHIP SERVICES

PASTOR EL CID ZOLLICOFFER

PASTOR SHONNI ZOLLICOFFER

Heart Smart

JOSH BOOTSMA

Have you ever gone to a concert or a sporting event and been a few minutes late? You’re outside and you can hear the bass thumping inside. Or you’re walking through the concourse at a sports game and you hear the crowd roar. If you’re like me, what’s going through your mind at that moment is this: “I can’t believe I’m missing this — I need to get in there!”

We want to join in the singular focus on the one thing everyone is enjoying.

Hebrews 12 tells us that this is the kind of mentality we can have when entering a worship service. It says that when we worship, we “come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem.” There, we join “thousands of angels in joyful assembly” as well as “the spirits of the righteous made perfect.”

Wow, did you catch that?

When we worship on a Sunday morning, we come to the holy city of God, and join thousands of angels in praising God, alongside all of the Christians that have come before. We join Abraham, Moses, Ruth, David, Mary, Paul, Peter, and many more in worship!

Not only that, we join the saints that have gone on before us. Your passed loved ones who loved the Lord are part of that ongoing joyful worship of Him!

RECONCILIATION CHURCH

833 East 168th St., South Holland 708-331-7755

www.reconciliationchurch.org

PASTOR GLEN MCCARTHY WORSHIP SERVICES

COVENANT UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

1130 East 154th St., South Holland 708-333-5955

www.covucc.org

PASTOR REV. DR. PATRICK L. DAYMOND WORSHIP SERVICES

Bible

FIRST CHURCH (PCA) 3134 Ridge Rd, Lansing 708-474-9610

www.firstchurchpca.org

ASSISTANT PASTOR DANIEL MILLER

FIRST ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN

CHURCH OF SOUTH HOLLAND

16248 South Park Ave., South Holland 708-333-8211

www.firstchurchsh.org

PASTOR REV. DANIEL SVENDSEN WORSHIP SERVICES

Sunday 9:30 a.m. &

Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

651 East 166th St., South Holland 708-331-4100 redeemer-lutheran@sbcglobal.net

ESPIRITU DE DIOS

16400 S. State St., South Holland 708-439-1220 sogfchurch.com

PASTORES Jose & Paula Lopez

SERVICIOS: Grupo de Oracion de Hombres Jueves ........................................... 7:30 p.m. Sabado Alabanza y Predicacion.....6:00

UNITY OF NORTHWEST INDIANA

Plum Creek Center

2138 Moeller Street Dyer, IN 46311 (219) 931-5284 www.unitynwi.org

Every Sunday — and every other time we worship — we enter into a mysterious union with a spiritual realm different from ours. We join billions that have gone before us in a celebration of God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — a celebration that will one day be our primary occupation when we reach paradise.

If you’ve not been a part of this type of worship, I encourage you to find a local church that will give you the space to devote yourself to God in praise and worship. He is worthy of it!

Josh Bootsma Member, Covenant Fellowship Church cfcsh.org

LIBRARY HAPPENINGS

Calumet City Public Library

Address: 660 S Manistee Ave, Calumet City, IL 60409

Phone: (708) 862-6220

Email: info@calumetcitypl.org

Website: http://www.calumetcitypl.org/index.html\

Dolton Public Library

Address: 14037 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL

Phone: 708-849-2385

Email: lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org

Website: www.doltonpubliclibrary.org

Virtual Story Time with Mrs. Brooks

Come and join in the story time with Mrs. Brooks. For ages 3 - 12. FREE. Every 1st Wed. (10am – 10:30am) To register for the Virtual Story Time go through the calendar of events on our website at www.doltonpubliclibrary.org

Virtual Zumba

with licensed instructor Yvette Roberts. Come and join in the fun every Friday at 5pm. Please call 708-849-2385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. (5pm –6pm every Friday). FREE.

AMONG US

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday (4pm to 4:30pm)

Ages 10 + years, beginning Oct. 10, 2022. To register go to the calendar of events on our website www.doltonpubliclibrary.org OR email us at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org

Leave your name, email and cell number. You must download “Among Us’ on your device to play. It is free. A Zoom link and game code will be sent the day of the program. FREE.

Virtual Line Dancing with “Dawn the Dancin’ Deeva”

Every Thursday, at 6pm. Please call 708-8492385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. A link will be sent to you the day of the program. FREE.

Virtual Senior Yoga

Every Wednesday taught by Dionne Arnold, Certified Yoga Instructor, (4pm to 5pm) Please call 708-849-2385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. FREE.

Senior Bridge Club

Come out for the fun every Tuesday, from 3:30pm to 4:30pm If interested register by calling 708-849-2385 or email at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and cell phone to register. FREE.

DPLD’s Black Author’s Book Club

Meets via Zoom the last Thursday of every month at 7:00pm. Interested parties contact the library at (708-849-2385) for more information. Meet via Zoom. FREE.

Virtual Workout Program with Sheena Stinson

Get in Shape from Home. Classes held every Monday from 6pm to 6:30pm. Please call 708-849-2385 or email us at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org leaving your full name, email address and cell number to register. A Zoom Link will be sent day of the program. FREE.

Get Up & Move with Simon Says!

Join the Dolton Public Library Youth Services Dept. as we play “Simon Says”. Held every 3rd Saturday of the month from 2pm to 2:30pm starting Oct. 15. A YouTube link will be emailed every 3rd Friday. Register by calling (708-849-2385, ext. 4) or emailing at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org leaving your name, email, cell number and the number of children participating. FREE.

Dolton Public Library District Curbside Times

Monday through Friday [9am to 2pm]. FREE.

Burbio

Burbio is a one-stop free resource to find out about all the Dolton area events and activities. If your group wishes to post your events on burbio contact: groupsupport@burbio.com

Sign-up at Burbio.com or download the free android or iPhone app and follow the calendars that interest you. FREE.

Chess Club

Mr. Paul Fritz, Chess Coach. November 3rd to December 12th Every third Thursday, 5:00pm to 5:30pm, via Zoom and chess.com to play. Register at chess.com in addition to registering for the program. Register at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, email and cell # or call (708-849-2385, ext. 4) Date & Times subject to change. Call 708-8492385, ext. 212. A Zoom link will be emailed to you the day of the program. FREE.

Passport to Knowledge

Every first Monday of the month. (3:30 – 4pm). Pack your bags for a virtual trip around the world and learn about other countries and cultures. Register at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org or call (708-849-2385) and leave your name, email and cell number. Come curbside to pick up your Passport Packet prior to departure. The link for Zoom will be emailed prior to the program. FREE.

Coffee and Chat – a Senior Experience

Are you a senior over the age of 60 and want to have conversation with other seniors. Some of the topics discussed are technology and other happenings in our world and community. To register for the program and all the other Senior Programs call (708-849-2385) or email your registration to lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org FREE

Between the Pages A Virtual Story Time. Every third Saturday of the month at 1:30pm.To register call (708-8492385) or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, phone number and email address. A link will be sent to you. FREE

Creative Craft

View our tutorial on our YouTube page, every 4th Wednesday starting October 26, at 1pm. The link will be provided on our Facebook page. FREE.

The Importance of Kidney Health with Monica Fox of the National Kidney Foundation Tuesday, March 7 th , 2023 (11am to 12Noon) Program held via Zoom. Link sent out day of program. Please call (708849-2385, ext. 3, leaving your full name, email address and phone number or email information to lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org to register. FREE.

Identity Theft Scam

Speaker Jesus Enriquez, SMP Outreach Specialist, Wednesday, April 5, 2023 (10am – 11am) To register call (708-849-2358, #3) or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, phone #, and email address. Program will be held via Zoom and the link will be sent day of program. FREE.

The Wilton Method: Mastering Buttercream Gel Transfer Carkes, Saturday, March 11, 2023 (1:30pm to 2pm). Email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org or call (708-849-2385 ext. 5), leaving your full name, phone number and email address to register. The Zoom link will be sent the day of the program. FREE.

Electronics Recycling

Rep. William Davis Earth Day – Free and Open to the Public Small Businesses, Saturday, April 22, 2023 (9am to 12Noon) 1912 W. 174 th St., East Hazel Crest, IL 60429 Computer hard drive destroyed on site. FREE.

Hammond Public Library

Address: 564 State St., Hammond

Phone: (219) 931-5100, ext. 310 or 307

Email: swishl@hammond.lib.in.us

Website: www.hammond.lib.in.us

Harvey Public Library

Address: 15441 Turlington, Harvey, IL 60426

Phone: 708-331-0757x3200

Email: has@harvey.lib.il.us

Website:www.harvey.lib.il.us

FREE online Line Dancing with Dawn the Diva, Tuesdays at 6:30pm

Join Us For Virtual Programs: Each day at 4:00 pm, “stop” in for online family-fun at the Harvey Library. Tuesday: Craft

Wednesday: Story Time Thursday: Bacon Bits & Cooking Tips Monthly Virtual Music Class (Friday, check calendar each month)

Homewood Public Library

Address: 17917 Dixie Hwy Homewood, IL 60430

Phone: (708) 798-0121, ext. 310 or 307

Email: hplhelp@homewoodlibrary.org

Website: www.homewoodlibrary.org/

Lansing Public Library

Address: 2750 Indiana Ave., Lansing IL

Phone: 708-474-2447

Email: shari@lansingpl.org

Website: www.lansingpl.org

Riverdale Public Library

Address: 208 W 144th St Riverdale, IL 60827

Phone: (708) 841-3311

Email: library@rpld.org

Website: www.rpld.org

Community Pantry Food Drive

Open to the public during business hours: Monday -Thursday 10AM to 6PM, Friday 10AM to 5PM, and Saturday 10AM to 2PM

“Join our Patrons Helping Patrons initiative by donating non-perishable food items to the new Riverdale Public Library Community Food Pantry. Let’s work together to help others!”

Tutoring and Down Time (Children/Teens)

Every Tuesday 3PM-5:30PM “Get the homework help you need and afterwards enjoy hanging out with your friends playing games!”

Family Film Friday (All ages)

Every Friday 1PM-4:30PM “Every Friday, the library will be hosting a new film showing, new and old, action and romance and much more. Free popcorn, snacks, and beverages.”

Shape Up Exercise Class (Adults/Seniors)

Every Saturday 11AM-12PM “Enjoy the benefits of strength, flexibility, and relaxation in a fun and social way.”

All things Needlework (Adults/Seniors)

Every Monday at 12PM Do you enjoy needle arts like knitting, crochet, and sewing? Whether you are a beginner or experienced this club is for you. Work on your latest project while enjoying the company of your follow crafters. Just grab your project bag and join us for stitching, sharing tips, and conversation.

South Holland Public Library

Address: 16250 Wausau Ave., South Holland IL

Phone: 708-527-3160 or 708-580-6161

Email: library@southhollandlibrary.org

Website: shlibrary.org/events-calendar.

Chess Club

Whether you’ve been playing for years or have always wanted to learn, this is your chance to sharpen your skills. Players can compete in either casual or competitive games or learn the fundamentals of this classic of game of strategy. Thornwood HS Chess coach (and former NFL player) Michael Blair is here to put you through your paces.

Storytimes

Join the library for our special social-emotional and community-themed storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 this month! You I Like & Mister Rogers Themed Storytime (Tuesdays) Little Bodies, Big Feelings (Thursdays). Fridaypalooza Bilingual Storytime on Fridays at 10:30.

Thornton Public Library

Address: 115 E. Margaret St. Thornton, IL.

Email: library@thorntonil.us

Website: https://www.thorntonlibrary.org/

Calendar Of Events

Women’s Bible Study

Discover Your Bible with us at Cottage Grove Christian Reformed Church, 166th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue (by the roundabout) in South Holland, Tuesday mornings from 9:45 – 11:00 a.m. beginning on September 13. We will study The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians. We provide a Nursery for infants and Story Hour for preschoolers to age 5. For information call the church at 331-0391 or Carol at 339-6793. We would love to have you join us!

Golden Times Seniors

Trip is to The Tulip Festival in Holland Mi. Wednesday May 10th. The cost is $55.00 we will leave from the Welcome Center at 8:00 am. There is a $10.00 yearly fee to join Golden Times. If interested please contact Jennifer Jonesat 219-789-2783. Thank you!

Neighbor 2 Neighbor

JANICE MINTON-KUTZ

BISHOP JOSEPH N PERRY PRESIDES AT ST. FLORIAN CHURCH SUNDAY MARCH

5, 2023--Bishop Perry, Auxiliary Archbishop for the Archdiocese of Chicago, since 1998, presented the Holy Eucharist in a one-hour service and homily attended by some of the local faithful. He is pictured here at the St. Florian altar following the service. ***

SANCTUARY TRADERS AT THE LINCOLN CENTER SUNDAY MARCH 5, 2023: Samantha and Caelyn of Sanctuary Traders of Frankfort, Il present their wares at the Fishing and Hunting Expo in Highland. The women do 18th Century Historical Shows along with hunting and fishing expos and Viking Festivals. ***

HELPING THE HOMELESS ONE MAT AT A TIME: Volunteers are pictured here making mats for the homeless out of plastic grocery bags. It takes 700-900 plastic bags to make a comfy waterproof mat. The ladies here volunteer their own time and efforts to create the mats which take about 25 hours to assemble. Pictured are Chistine Dziadon, Jamie Tarrant Swain, Shawne Duck, Patsy Wahlen, Marci Janas, Andrea Martin, Pat Duck and Nelly Gamboa. The women use the back room at Steve’s on Baltimore in Hegewisch each Wednesday afternoon to assemble the mats. They are looking for more volunteers to help make the mats. If interested, drop by Steve’s on Wednesday afternoons. Bags are also secured from Marsh School, 98th and Exchange, in Vet’s Park via the school Community Service Department, Ms. Canales and Mr. O’Brien ***

ENJOYING THE FISHING AND HUNTING SHOW AT THE LINCOLN CENTER IN HIGHLAND: Judy Marten, Paul; Marten and Chirs Rich, all of Dyer, Indiana enjoy perusing the fishing and hunting expo at the Lincoln Center on Sunday. The expo spanned 3 days and featured examples of fishing and hunting and equipment by experts in the fields along with huge fish tanks depicting different types of fish one could catch.

*** AMVETS 43 SPRING CRAFT SHOW: Set for Sunday March 12, 2023 from 10 to 3. Crafters of every stripe will be selling their hand made crafts at the Post Home, 14032 Torrence Avenue. Some treats from the Amvets kitchen will also be available that day. Call 708-862-9540 for more information. ***

ANDREA MARTIN BRINGS MORE BAGS FOR MATS FROM MARSH SCHOOL: Students and faculty gather the plastic bags that make up the mats for the Homeless and deliver them to the volunteers at Steve’s each Wednesday for assembly into waterproof sleeping bags.

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For inclusion in Neighbor 2 Neighbor, please call Janice at 708-302-8585 or write to her C/O Coldwell Banker, 20 E. US 30, Schererville, IN 46375, or e-mail her at janice.mintonkutz@cbexchange.com

THE FINE ART OF BOW AND ARROW: One of the virtual experiences of the fishing and hunting show at the Lincoln Community Center. Dad Josh Roseberry is giving an archery lesson to 10 year old son Jackson.

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4. More rational

5. Technician (abbrev.)

6. Found in some skin lotions

7. Make a strident sound

8. Where they burnt witches

9. Flyer

10. Infirm with age

11. Was indebted to

12. Not fake

13. Otherwise

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25. Found in gasoline

27. Participated in a violent disturbance

28. Anagram of “Pal”

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32. Catch sight of 33. An unfledged hawk 34. Not a single one 35. Running gait 36. State again 37. Intercourse 41. The color of cherries

WOMEN IN HISTORY

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY International Women’s Day, Mar. 8, is a global day celebrating the historical, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also observed in support of taking action against gender inequality around the world. We all know the world couldn’t run without women. This is the day to appreciate their efforts! Organizations large and small come together to show women just how valuable they are in today’s society.

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Get HELP with DEBT

Pritzker announces $60 million park grants, declines to endorse Chicago mayor candidate

Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday announced the release of nearly $60 million in grant funding to help local governments develop public parks and open spaces, over 20 percent of which will go to “distressed” communities.

The money through the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grants was distributed to 118 projects, all but one ranging from $102,800 to $600,000 per grant, per a news release. The allotment to “distressed” communities – which are determined by an area’s poverty level and land value – is a roughly five-fold increase from the previous fiscal year.

The governor made the announcement at a park in Springfield that will receive $600,000 through the Springfield Park District to demolish an outdoor pool and build a modern splash pad and pool facility.

Pritzker noted that the current fiscal year marks the first time that 100 percent of costs in distressed communities will be covered, as lawmakers waived the cost-sharing requirement for projects in those communities that would normally apply to grantees.

“This means that places needing renewal and restoration like the city of Cairo, Illinois, which is a recipient of their first ever OSLAD grant will be able to improve their parks and their green space,” Pritzker said.

Cairo was slated to receive $599,500 in grant funding. Approximately 59 percent of the grants are directed to the Chicagoland area, including Cook and its five surrounding counties. A total of 46 counties will see new projects.

At least $12.5 million of the more than $59 million in funding will go to distressed communities.

Among the other projects, the city of Benld in Macoupin County will receive $600,000 at the site of its former elementary school that was

destroyed by underground mine subsidence in 2009. Peoria Park District will receive $255,000 to acquire 40 acres along the Illinois River Bluff to extend a hiking trail and conduct conservation work. It will also receive $600,000 to replace an outdoor swimming pool at its Lakeview Park with a modern splash pad and pool facility. Another $600,000 would go to the Chicago Heights Park District to build three soccer fields, new lighting and spectator seating at Commissioners Park.

This year, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, which oversees the grants, contracted with the Northern Illinois University Institute for the Study of Environment, Sustainability and Energy. Through that partnership, 15 undergraduate and graduate NIU students served as supervised grant reviewers.

“One of our students shared that she and her family had enjoyed access to a brand new neighborhood park, in her small village in Illinois,” said Thomas Skuzinski, director of the institute at NIU. “And knowing that she had played a role in helping to bring that kind of opportunity to families and communities statewide, was in her words, truly life changing, and easily the most important thing that she had ever done in her life.”

The OSLAD grant program has been in place in Illinois since 1986, and the Fiscal Year 2023 allotment is the largest in its history. Pritzker’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024 includes $56 million for OSLAD grants.

Capitol News Illinois is a nonprofit, nonpartisan news service covering state government. It is distributed to more than 400 newspapers statewide, as well as hundreds of radio and TV stations. It is funded primarily by the Illinois Press Foundation and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

Y? WHY NOT!

Words Bring Life or Death

Words have the power to bring life or death to a situation. They build power on how they are utilized, what is conveyed, and how they are received such as in a conversation between friends and family. Words can bring encouragement and life into a person or crush them by bringing discouragement, cruelty, and defeat. Therefore, you must be cautious about the words that flow from your mouth as words can either bring life or death to hope, dream, self-esteem, or relationship.

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it and indulge it will eat its fruit and bear the consequences of their words” Proverbs 18:21 (AMP)

This is a powerful bible verse to embrace in your personal and business life. Think about single words that instill high emotions or responses that can and have made or broken a person: LOVE, HATE, FREE, YES, NO, ALIVE, DIED, SURVIVED, FOUND, DIVORCE, SAVED, LOST, CRASHED, or WON. Those fourteen words can convey a wide range of emotional responses depending on how they’re received or given. They can make a serious impact on someone’s life.

When we have conversations with our family and friends, they can get a little heated, we’re human. The verbal punches below the belt get thrown. It’s sparring time with our words. Everyone wants to express their opinions or the “real” side of the story without pausing to think before we speak. Even at work, we can disagree with a coworker, client, or management. We get careless then words shoot out of our mouths so fast to

the next thing we’re saying is “Oh boy, what did I say?” You regret immediately what you said but it’s out there.

So how can our words encourage life? Here are a few simple tips you can implement to watch your words to build people up and not tear them down. Wait or pause before speaking. Don’t be in a rush to give a response back. This reduces anxiety and stress. If we can speak 100-160 words per minute, why don’t we wait a minute or two to contemplate what we are going to say before we do?

Get a grip on your emotions and tongue. If you don’t have control of yourself, angry words flow easily. It takes the same amount of time to say something cruel as it does to say something respectful. “Don’t let any foul words come out of your mouth. Only say what is helpful when it is needed for building up the community so that it benefits those who hear what you say” Ephesians 4:29 (CEB). Control your thoughts. Your mind can race faster than we can speak. It’s already on the next words it wants to say before you finish the words you’re saying. Your mind is looking for ammunition to help your mouth win the fight. No one will be a winner.

Be respectful by listening twice as much as speaking. Use the listening time to understand and get control of your words and actions. Choose your words to encourage others by saying uplifting, supportive, and understanding words. Comments such as “I appreciate you”, “I believe in you”, or “You did a great job” are all encouraging words. Implement these tips daily. Y? Why Not!

Sale

For information call Law Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455. W22-0327 ADC

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

I3214643 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE OF STANWICH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST I

Plaintiff, -v.KATREAL CARTER A/K/A KATREAL L CARTER A/K/A KATIE CARTER-BROWN A/K/A KATIE CARTER, HARWOOD COURT CONDOMINIUMS ASSOCIATION

Defendants 2022 CH 01674

2249 WILLOW ROAD #2249 HOMEWOOD, IL 60430

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 8, 2022, an agent

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor,

purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

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

For information, contact MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, ONE EAST WACKER, SUITE 1250, Chicago, IL, 60601 (312) 651-6700. Please refer to file number 22-010028.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC

ONE EAST WACKER, SUITE 1250 Chicago IL, 60601 312-651-6700

E-Mail: AMPS@manleydeas.com

Attorney File No. 22-010028

Attorney Code. 48928

Case Number: 2022 CH 04440

TJSC#: 43-200

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2022 CH 04440

I3214981 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY

close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

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

amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the

tion as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

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

For information, contact The sales clerk, LOGS Legal Group LLP Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL, 60015 (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm.. Please refer to file number 22-096827.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

LOGS Legal Group LLP 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn IL, 60015 847-291-1717

E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 22-096827

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of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

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

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-22-08836

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Attorney Code. 21762

Case Number: 2022 CH 11572

TJSC#: 43-877

Case # 2022 CH 11572

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be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representa-

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING Plaintiff, -v.BARRBARA T. ZERTH

real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

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

For information, contact JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650, Chicago, IL, 60602 (312) 541-9710. Please refer to file number 21 9005.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650 Chicago IL, 60602 312-541-9710

E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com

Attorney File No. 21 9005

Attorney Code. 40342

Case Number: 2022 CH 02977

TJSC#: 43-686

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and

Whereas Robert-Joseph of the family Ragonese; pursuant to the power granted by and through my full faith and credit in the Creator of All now claim and exercise my private, non-commercial, non-corporate liberty interests of redemption as steward of the land and property commonly known as (640 Muskegon Avenue, near Calumet City, without Illinois); formerly, legally known as: [Lot 31 and Lot 32 (except the North 40 feet thereof) in Block 21 in Ford Calumet Center 2nd addition, a subdivision of the West 1376.16 feet of the South ½ of the Southwest ¼ of Section 7, Township 36 North, Range 15, East of the third principal meridian in Cook County, Illinois] is hereinafter “subject property”. Therefore, all are noticed to invite any other man who believes himself to have a superior private claim to steward the subject property at this geographical location to make such a claim within thirty (30) days from the day of this notice or forever hold his peace.

PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT)

There will be a court date in Cook County on my request to change my name from CHARLES TRAVELL IZELL-LUMPKIN to the new name of CHARLES TRAVELL IZELL LUMPKIN. The court date will be MARCH 20, 2023 at 10:00am at 16501 S. Kedzie, Markham, IL 60455, in Courtroom 0208, in Cook County. Case number 23M6000516

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Auditor Klutz Proposes Office

Name Change

The biannual state budget isn’t the only interesting piece of House Bill (HB) 1001 currently making its way to the Senate Appropriations Committee. HB 1001 also includes proposed language to allow the Auditor of State to be referred to as the “State Comptroller.”

But why? The Auditor of State has five key responsibilities – balance the state’s checkbook, distribute local government funding, process state payments, develop year-end reporting and pay state employee salaries.

“When our forefathers created the official position of Auditor of State within the Indiana Constitution, they understood the importance of a balanced government,” said Auditor Tera Klutz, CPA. “They created the Treasurer of State to manage the cash and the Auditor of State to issue warrants (checks) and to account and report on state operations. However, the term ‘auditor’ means something entirely different to people two hundred years later.”

A frequent misconception of the office is that its purpose is to audit the State, local units of governments or individuals – this is not the case. The Indiana State Board of Accounts audits the State and local units of governments,

and the Indiana Department of Revenue audits individual taxpayers.

“The title change would allow the office to have a more appropriate title that aligns with the services we provide,” said Auditor Klutz, “alongside 19 other states who refer to their state’s chief financial officer as the State Comptroller or Controller.”

HB 1001, authored by State Representative Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton), passed out of the House Ways and Means Committee on February 20, and then passed out of the House Chamber with a 66-29 vote on February 23. The legislation was assigned to the Senate Committee on Appropriations, which is chaired by HB1001 Senate sponsor, Senator Ryan Mishler (R-Mishawaka).

If enacted, HB 1001 would allow the Auditor to be referred as State Comptroller upon passage. To clarify, the language as written would not require a constitutional change.

“Our request does not impact the state’s constitution and will not change the functionality of the office,” said Auditor Klutz. “The Auditor’s Office will continue to have the same duties and responsibilities the office has had for more than two hundred years.”

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Griffith Client Got a Bill

WOODROW WILCOX

On February 14, 2023, I got a bill from a client in Griffith, Indiana. The client got the bill from a local hospital. The client bought a Plan F Medicare supplement insurance policy through our insurance agency. That is the best policy that can be bought. It pays on any bill that Medicare approves.

The client wanted to know why he was getting a bill since he bought the best policy possible. I investigated. With some editing to protect our client’s privacy, here is the letter that I sent to the hospital that billed him.

Dear Diane Burnell and staff,

Our client sent to our firm a bill from your firm for our review. The bill seeks a balance of $72 on Account Number XXXXXX for services rendered on 08/26/2022.

I phoned the secondary insurer to learn what it knew of this bill. It said that the Medicare EOB that they received said that Medicare denied this claim because it was filed as a routine preventative exam at the same time that another routine preventative exam was filed. That sounds like your firm may have accidentally filed the same claim twice. On your bill to our client, there

is a credit of some payment. Why would Medicare pay anything on a claim that it denied because it was filed twice?

I requested that Medicare send an MSN to our client. When he gets that, he will bring it to me so that we can compare it with your bill to him.

Our client is not ignoring the bill. Please, check the work of your employees. If a mistake was made, please correct it and tell the patient what you did. Thank you.

All the help that I am giving this client is FREE OF CHARGE. The Medicare system is NOT perfect. When there might be a mistake that would cost our client some money, we help to review the matter without charge. It is a way for us to show our clients that we really care for them.

Note: Woodrow Wilcox is the senior medical bill case worker at Senior Care Insurance Services in Merrillville, Indiana. He has saved clients of that firm over three million dollars by correcting billing errors. Also, Wilcox wrote the book SOLVING MEDICARE PROBLEM$ which is available through book stores or online.

Real Estate Specialists Real Estate Questions & Answers

CATHY

& JIM HIGGINS

Question: Do you see the real estate market collapsing like it did in 2008? So many people we knew lost their homes.

Answer: Although no one can predict the future, we don’t see this happening, nor does the National Association of Realtors chief Economist, Lawrence Yun. There are several key indicators of how this market differs.

For one, In the last major housing downturn, there were 8 million job losses in a single year. Now there are virtually none. Though layoffs in the technology and mortgage industries are occurring, they haven’t accumulated enough to form a net job loss, Yun noted. A strong job market bodes well for housing’s future.

The subprime loans that were prevalent during the 2008 housing bust are basically nonexistent today.

Home inventory is less than half of what it was then. This means more of a demand for homes.

About 10% of all mortgage borrowers were delinquent on their loans in the previous housing bust. The mortgage delinquency rate is now at 3.6%, holding at historical lows. Homes in foreclosure reached a rate

of 4.6% during the last housing crash as homeowners who saw their property values plunge walked away from their loans. Today, the percentage of homes in foreclosure is 0.6%—also at historical lows, Yun said. He predicted foreclosures to remain at historical lows in 2023.

Overall, the fundamentals don’t point to a housing market that is operating similarly to the 2008 cycle, Yun said. While home sales are slowing, prices remain good. Also, inventory remains low, which will keep home prices elevated, Yun said. “The chance of a price crash is very small due to the lack of supply.”

We feel Real estate is still a very good long term investment. The economy has its ups and downs, investments have their highs and lows. Hopefully, inflation will come down, making housing more affordable to everyone!

E-mail us your Real Estate questions at Cathyah@aol.com. Thinking of selling your home? Call Cathy & Jim Higgins, Licensed Broker/Realtors in Indiana & Illinois. IN: 219-865-4361 IL: 708-828-3304. McColly Real Estate. Website: www.Cathyhiggins. com. Personal Real Estate Journal: www. Higginshousechat.blogspot.com

BONAGURO

A Funeral Mass for Armando “Lefty” Bonaguro was held on March 6th at St Francis Assisi Church with Rev. Art Sowa officiating. Mr. Bonaguro was born December 14, 1928 and died March 2, 2023. He was the husband of Frances; father of Dr. Ronald (Dr. Sheila) Bonaguro. grandpa of Dr. Anne Marie, Patricia, James, Mary Therese and Michael Bonaguro; brother of Armida (late Andrew) Galvan; brother in-law of Isabelle Nocera; uncle and friend of many. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Thornridge Funeral Home(Janusz Family Funeral Service). 708-460-2300 or thornridgefuneralhomes. com

KOWALSKI

Annette L. Kowalski, nee Rzyski, age 95, of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Ereal Kowalski. Loving mother of the late Wayne Rolek. Proud grandmother of Lisa (Javier) Gauna and Michelle (George) Nikitaras; greatgrandmother of Jacque Nikitaras, Aidan Carter, Noah Nikitaras, Gianna Nikitaras, Javier Gauna Jr., and Jillian Gauna; greatgreat grandmother of Javier “Tre” Gauna III. Dear sister of the late Harry, late Esther, late Millie, late Daniel, and late Steven “Buddy”. Kind aunt of Kathy Padgett and her family, and several other nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Steven and Sophie Rzyski. A private family graveside service will be held Saturday, March 11, 2023 at Holy Cross Cemetery – Calumet City, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.stjude.org). Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home – South Holland, IL. For further information, please contact 708-333-7000 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com

SCHAAP

Luke A. Schaap, age 91, of Homer Glen, IL, formerly of Lansing and South Holland, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Beloved husband for 54 years of the late Pauline Schaap, nee Klompien. Loving father of Paul (Lori) Schaap, Ruth (David) Dykstra, Jean (Rodney) Korthals, and Mary (Brent) Yurschak. Devoted grandfather of Benjamin Schaap, Hannah (Colin) Middel, Matthew Schaap and Jonathan (Nadine) Schaap, Mark Dykstra, Sarah (Aaron) Hooyer, Scott and Brian Korthals, Nathaniel, Rebekah, and Ella Yurschak; great-grandfather of Abigail, Tyler, and Caleb Middel. Dear brother of Richard (late Marcia) Schaap and the late Marjorie (late John “Joe”) Verbeek. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Dick and Esther Schaap. Luke was a Research Chemist for Amoco Oil Company for 35 years. He lived a life of humble service to his Savior, his church, his family, and Kingdom causes. The flourishing of Trinity Christian College was near to his heart and he served there as board member, volunteer, and even parttime instructor. He and Pauline also promoted the Luke Society, preserved the local history of South Holland, did extensive gardening and traveling, and were dedicated grandparents. Luke loved the Word of God and later in life joined the Gideons and was a mentor for Crossroads Prison Ministries.

Visitation Friday, March 3, 2023 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt. 6 / 159th St.) South Holland, IL. Funeral service Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Cottage Grove Christian Reformed Church, 16556 Cottage Grove Ave. South Holland, IL. Interment will be held prior to the service at 10:00 a.m. at Oak Ridge Cemetery –Lansing, IL. Memorials may be given to The Luke Society (www.lukesociety.org) or Crossroads Prison Ministries (www.cpministries.org). For further information, please contact 708-333-7000 or visit our online obituary and www.SMITSFH.com.

BUTLER

Gregory C. Butler, age 73, of Beecher, IL passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Beloved husband of Margaret “Peggy” Butler, née Lemaster. Loving father of Lacey Butler and her husband Ryan McNeil, Marta Butler, Kyle Butler and his wife Raija McIntyre. Devoted son of Eva Joe Butler Allison and the late Louis Butler and step-son of the late Curtis Allison. Dear brother of Floyd, LaKelver, Linda, Les, Mary Beth, Lonnie, Ginger, David, Hannah, Joan, and the late Gwen. Cherished uncle to many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and a friend to many who became like family to him. Greg’s life is summed up in his love for his family, living his life to the fullest, and of course…golf. One of Greg’s favorite sayings was “Circle the Wagons” when referring to how family comes together in both happy and difficult times. He loved Peggy as his wife and partner and was the epitome of a father. His own father died when he was very young and because of that Greg dedicated himself to being the best father he could be. He was always caring and providing advice to his children. He was a life coach and mentor, always inspiring and thinking of others. “His people were his people.” He loved to laugh and tell stories and was often the center of attention in the room. However, he would also effortlessly give others the spotlight as he listened intently and passionately to their stories, hopes and dreams. He loved reading and learning and was a lover of cars and all types of music. All who knew Greg knew his passion for the game of golf, he practiced often at the driving range and he always had a golf club in his hand (even sometimes in the bed with him!). He taught hundreds of people how to play the game and gave away free sets of clubs to anyone who showed an interest in picking up the game. Greg served his country in the United States Army. A memorial service to celebrate Greg’s life will be held on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 1800 S Governor St, Evansville, IN 47713. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions, in memory of Greg, may be given to The Pinkney Foundation (https://www. thepinkneyfoundation. org/aatq) or Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago (https://nhschicago. org/donate) For further information please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH. com.