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Thursday, October 5, 2017

Serving Palos, Orland and Worth townships and neighboring communities

76th Year, NO. 40 • 2 Sections

Orland pitches ‘prime’ location for Amazon

By Dermot Connolly Staff Writer

Amazon has embarked on a nationwide search for a site for its second headquarters, and Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau at the village board meeting on Monday laid out the village’s proposal for consideration.

“It is a long shot, there is no question about that. But you miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t Photos by Anthony Caciopo take,” said the mayor.

Seattle-based Amazon, the bigAttendees of the sixth annual Southwest Suburban Republican Picnic hold their hands over their hearts as the “Star-Spangled Banner” plays Saturday gest online retailer in the world, at the Village Green in Palos Park. Standing are Jackie Burger (right) and (from left) Pierre Adams, Pat Burger and Phyllis Adams. is reportedly seeking a 100-acre site, and the mayor said the village’s regional mixed-use campus located north of Interstate 80 in Will County would be ideal for the HQ2 project. He pointed out Last Thursday, just two days social agenda, and here we are,” that more than 127 contiguous before the picnic, Rauner signed said David Dewar who attendacres are available on one site, into law House Bill 40, a con- ed the picnic in the character of and 34 more acres on another troversial measure that expands Uncle Sam. within the campus, all owned by taxpayer-subsidized abortions for “He promised a lot of pro-life

By Anthony Caciopo the same family. women on Medicaid and women religious organizations that he Regional News Editor He said infrastructure such as on state employee insurance. wasn’t going to do this,” Dewar roads and utilities is already in “We all have a right to be up- said. “I believe in the right for The Sixth Annual Southwest place, and the site can accomset about HB 40,” said Morrison. babies to decide, not in reproducSuburban Republican Picnic held Saturday had all the promise of “It’s OK, we have that right. At tive rights. Now, they’re forcing a fun-filled day in the sun, with some point, we’re going to have me to take my tax dollars to fund food, live music, family activities to come together and get behind something I don’t believe in.”

Cardinal Blase Cupich of the and even a visit by Gov. Bruce our candidates on the state-wide slate, and that will include gover- Archdiocese of Chicago tweetRauner. nor. We’re going to have to work ed “Gov. Rauner has signed into The party faithful missed a through that. law a very disturbing bill he once chance to meet the governor, “As angry as I am, J.B. Pritz- promised to veto.” however, when it was announced ker (a Democratic gubernatorial Rosemary Hackett, President of he would not be in attendance. candidate) is not an option,” Mor- Illinois Right to Life, said “We Cook County 17th District rison said. are absolutely devastated and Commissioner Sean M. MorriRauner has come under heavy heartbroken that our Governor Cook County Commissioner Sean son welcomed the crowd of pic- fire from conservative Republi- went back on his promise and M. Morrison of the 17th District nic-goers at the Palos Park Village cans for signing the legislation signed the extremely out-of-touch, addresses the crowd at the annual Green and revealed that, by mutual that many feel is not in keeping abortion-expanding bill, HB40.” Republican picnic. Morrison is the decision, Rauner would not be with their values.

Rauner, however, said that he is, Palos Township Republican Committeeman and Chair of the Cook attending the picnic in order to “When Gov. Bruce Rauner ran See REPUBLICANS, Page 2 County Republican Party. not be a “distraction.” three years ago he said he had no

Republicans picnic without Gov. Rauner He would have been ‘distraction’

Palos women wow ‘em with Harvest in The Heights

By Anthony Caciopo Regional News Editor

The sun was in merciful decline on a day of record-setting temperatures Sept. 23 as the Palos Height’s Woman’s Club’s “Harvest in The Heights” fundraiser kicked off at 5 p.m. under the big, white tent in Meyers Park.

The National Weather Service reported a high of 95 degrees officially in Chicago, edging out a previous high that had stood since 1937.

And if the official recorded temperature in Chicago was perhaps a bit more than what was being felt in Palos Heights, well, it probably was impossible to tell. It was just plain hot.

“A warm welcome to everyone, and I do mean warm,” quipped club President Nancy Mitchell as she addressed the attendees.

Totals from the event are now in from the club, and the Harvest fundraiser sizzled about as much as the heat. The goal of funding a contemporary, LED message sign outside the Recreation Center at 6601 W. 127th St. has been met, said club officials.

“With the support of the members of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club, the City of Palos Heights and donations from local businesses and organizations (including the Palos Heights Kiwanis and Lions clubs) the Project Committee has successfully raised the funds needed to complete this project in less than three years,” said Project CoChair Sherry TerMaat in a statement. “The proceeds from the Harvest fundraiser has helped us to achieve our goal and the financial portion of this project has been completed.”

The initial deposit for the sign has been made and progress is underway to begin fabrication. Installation of the sign is anticipated to be completed by November. Total cost of the project is expected to come in at approximately $37,000. Approximately $8,000 was raised at Harvest in The Heights.

Club records shared with The Regional News show that the LED

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“The site is ready to build on now. All the infrastructure needed is there. So kudos to those on the board who worked on getting that done,” said the mayor.

Pekau said the close proximity to mass transit, and interstates 294 and 55, also should make the Orland Park site attractive to Amazon. The new headquarters is expected to eventually employ 50,000 people, and the mayor pointed out that an agreement is already in place to have Pace buses available to shuttle commuters from the Metra stations in Orland Park and Tinley Park to the site. He said something like 80 percent of Amazon products are already shipped through Chicago. In addition to Midway and O’Hare airports, Lewis University Airport in Romeoville is available for corporate aircraft.

The presentation also highlighted the attractiveness of the village to employees, due to See AMAZON, Page 2

Photo by Anthony Caciopo

Jesse Blazek (left), director of the Palos Heights Public Library and Mayor Bob Straz plant native species in the brand-new pollinator habitat, a garden located next to city hall, 7601 W. College Drive. In the background, Gareth Blakesley, operations manager for Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens, talks with gardeners from Munster, Ind. who came to learn about the habitat which is designed to attract pollinating insects, including Monarch butterflies.

Mayor, library director dig in at local pollinator garden

By Anthony Caciopo Regional News Editor Photo by Anthony Caciopo

Trudy Walta, a fitness instructor at the Recreation Center, arrives with her husband, Tom, at the check-in table of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club’s Harvest in The Heights fundraiser.

sign project was recommended to the board and presented to the club at large for its approval in March, 2015. The sign is a gift from the Palos Heights Woman’s Club to the City of Palos Heights Recreation Center.

“This project was selected as the committee felt it would benefit not only the Recreation Center but the entire community and local organizations by promoting upcoming events, important announcements and share community information,” wrote Rose Zubik, who is the project co-chair along with TerMaat.

Some details of the sign project released by the Palos Heights See HARVEST, Page 2

Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz and Library Director Jesse Blazek got their hands dirty, quite literally, outside city hall with the dedication of a habitat designed to attract Monarch butterflies, bees and other pollinating insects.

“It’s appropriate to do this because of our commitment to the Monarch butterfly,” said Straz, shortly before he and Blazek picked up garden trowels and began planting. “We used to see them all over town as kids, but now you don’t see them. Hopefully, doing this here and at the

library, we’ll be able to make those populations bigger.”

Straz said he will incorporate some pollinator plants in his home garden.

The installation of the 400-square-foot garden, just west of the entrance to city hall at 7601 W. College Dr., is the latest step in bringing pollinating insects back to Palos Heights and possibly beyond.

Gareth Blakesley, operations manager at Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens, discussed the importance of small gardens here, there and throughout town, combining to what he described as “meta populations.”

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Palos Hts. mayor urges beverage tax repeal

By Anthony Caciopo Regional News Editor

Cook County commissioners will meet this coming Tuesday in downtown Chicago to decide the fate of the county’s Sweetened Beverage Tax Ordinance and the City of Palos Heights will be weighing in with a letter urging the commissioners to repeal the controversial tax.

At this week’s city council meeting, aldermen unanimously authorized Mayor Bob Straz to write the letter. The beverage tax is a topic Straz says he takes personally.

“It’s detrimental to businesses and to small businesses especially,” he said, “and also to the residents.”

The ordinance went into effect Aug. 2. A penny-per-ounce tax is imposed on the retail sale of beverages including regular and diet soda; sweetened coffee and teas that are ready to drink; energy drinks; sports drinks and juices that aren’t 100 percent fruit or vegetable.

The tax applies to beverages in containers as well as beverages dispensed from fountains.

“The profit margin for a lot of small businesses, especially restaurants, is in that pop,” said Straz. “If people stop buying it, then their (the business’s) high-profit items are gone and the bottom line is going to suffer.”

Repeal of the tax has been spearheaded by Cook County Commissioner Sean M. Morrison of the 17th District who explained in this week’s Regional News that the tax is “terrible policy.”

Soda is a high-profit product for restaurants and eliminating or greatly reducing it because of consumer choice is not good for business, the mayor said “If you serve a sandwich and you make 10 percent profit on that product—let’s say 50 cents on a five-dollar sandwich—and you’re making as much as $1.75 on a two-dollar pop but people

stop buying pop and have water instead…you can’t survive like that,” he said.

Taras Grod, co-owner of Smokin’ Joes BBQ at 6523 W. 127th St. in Palos Heights, shared his concerns about the tax with The Regional News shortly before it was set to begin. The sit-down and carry-out restaurant he runs with his brother, Slavko, has an eight-dispenser fountain machine.

“We have unlimited refills and now we’re supposed to charge more money on the average consumption of a beverage,” he said.

“It’s too hard to regulate.”

Another issue his establishment is dealing with is customers who may drink sweetened, then unsweetened beverages in the same sitting.

“What happens if a customer has an unsweetened tea and then has some Pepsi,” Grod said. “I can’t sit there and police it.”

The additional paperwork, the enforcement difficulties and the decline in sales has led him and his brother to consider doing away with the fountain machine entirely.

“People just stop buying it when it gets too expensive,” said Straz.

“I’ll be honest with you. If I go out to Menards or elsewhere, I’d grab a pop before I left, but now I’m not going to pay all that extra.”

In other news at this week’s meeting, the city and Republic Services have scheduled an “e-waste” drop-off day on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the parking lot just west of the police station, 7607 W. College Dr. The event is for Palos Heights residents only and a picture ID will be required. A list of items that will be accepted is available on the City of Palos Heights website, www.palosheights.org. The list can also be obtained at City Hall, the Recreation Center and the library. Call (708) 361-1800 for more information.

Photos by Anthony Caciopo

From left: David Dewar, dressed as Uncle Sam, shows his dissatisfaction with the controversial Cook County Sweetened Beverage Tax by pretending to dump a bottle of soda. Susan, who asked that her last name not be used, steadies a cutout of President Donald Trump in the breeze. Volunteer Vicky Sindelar demonstrates a game of buckets to Monty Mutch (left), 4 and Caden Spano, 3.

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Continued from Page 1 and always has been pro-choice and that his stance will never change.

“I also believe that no woman should be forced to make a different decision than another woman would make purely based on her income,” he said. “I believe that a woman living with limited financial means should not be put in the position where she has to choose something different than a woman of higher income would be able to choose.”

At the picnic, David Dewar as Uncle Sam was not the only attendee who disagreed with the governor.

“It’s not a Republican ideal,” said Jackie Burger.

“It wasn’t a smart thing, said Phyllis Adams.

“Don’t get me started,” said Pat Burger, who sported a badge on her blouse that read “Republican Women Are the Life of The Party.”

Commissioner Morrison took time to rally support for the initiative he is leading to repeal the controversial Cook County Sweetened Beverage Tax Ordinance, which began in August and had been planned for about a year.

The tax is one cent-per ounce on sweetened and artificially sweetened beverages sold at the retail level in Cook County.

“Who likes that soda tax that we’re saddled with?” he said into a microphone from the bandstand.

“I sponsored an ordinance to amend the soda tax and we’re looking to repeal it,” Morrison said. “(Cook County Board) Pres-

ident (Toni) Preckwinkle and certain members of the board have used every tactic they could to keep it (the repeal) from coming forward to be called.

“We’ve played the chess game with them and now we have it to the point where they have no more maneuvers left, no more tricks,” he said. “On Oct. 10, at 10 a.m., the Cook County Board will take up the matter to repeal the soda tax.”

Morrison’s 17th District covers all or part of 32 municipalities and 11 townships. It is the largest district in Cook County.

“I’m cautiously optimistic,” he said. “From the time it (the beverage tax) passed a year ago, it’s a completely different scenario now.

I think a lot of the commissioners who voted to put the tax in have realized it was a very poor choice,

not only from the public outcry but also because it’s a terrible policy.”

“Let’s start something,” said lead singer Lori Hall of the rock band Fifty-One Lincoln, which provided the live entertainment at the picnic. “Let’s dump all the pop into Lake Michigan!”

Other speakers at the picnic included Erika Harold, GOP candidate for attorney general.

But under the bright, blue sky in Palos Park, it was unity that was on the minds of many attendees.

“I’m a die-hard Republican,” said Christe Foss. “I stand for the Pledge of Allegiance, I stand for the flag. My father fought for this country.”

“We should be united,” said Arlene Gibbs. “United we stand, divided we fall. It’s so divided for political reasons these days,” she said.

Photos by Anthony Caciopo

Left: Barb Deckinga, past president of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club, is about to enjoy a glass of wine courtesy of Mike Zubik. Right: Tricia Gaughan (left) and Ellen Gaughan organize tickets in a split-the-pot raffle, which generated a portion of the $8,000 raised by the club.

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volunteers, we wouldn’t have the same community we have.”

As a steady stream of attendees filed past the check-in table before the official start of the event, Trudy Walta was unreserved in her enthusiasm for the event. Walta is a fitness instructor at the Rec Center and she knew the importance of the Harvest event’s outcome.

“I love it,” she said as she waited to obtain her event wristband with her husband, Tom. “I’m hoping we get a nice sign.”

Each table was adorned with floral-filled pumpkin centerpieces from Mitchell’s Flowers. Guests enjoyed various side dishes from Mario’s Catering as well as multiple barbecued meats provided and grilled by Tom McDonough. The 95th Street Band with its multi-piece brass section played well into the evening hours.

President Mitchell praised the committee members for their tireless work in running such a successful event.

“They did a phenomenal job, they worked so hard,” she said. “There’s nothing untouched in putting something like that together. They don’t leave a stone unturned.”

As she reflected on Harvest in The Heights, Mitchell said she felt “Gratitude that the community supports us the way they do.

“Thank you, thank you, thank you for being there to help us get to where we are,” she said.

Woman’s Club include: The Recreation Center staff will control the LED sign digitally through software and would no longer need a staff member to physically update the sign from outside the facility.

When compared to static and traditional print advertising and billboards, LED signs are beneficial. Digital signage has the ability to attract more attention effectively, compared to traditional signage.

The design of the sign will be architecturally pleasing and suitable for a residential area.

The Recreation Center will be mindful that the sign is located in a residential area when the display is in use.

Michael Leonard, project manager and director of the Parks and Recreation Department, is working closely with the contractor, Quantum Sign, coordinating permit approval and all aspects of the installation from start to finish.

The club announced the Harvest fundPhoto by Anthony Caciopo raiser sold more than 180 tickets and toThe American flag flies at half-staff outside Palos Heights City Hall in honor gether with donations and raffles raised of the mass-shooting victims in Las Vegas. A moment of silence in their about $8,000.

“It’s wonderful, it’s a great cause,” said memory was observed at the start of Tuesday’s city council meeting.

Dennis Hyker as he dropped raffle tickets into a drum. “These volunteers do it all community workshop to discuss for this community. If it wasn’t for the the structure of the village’s adviContinued from Page 1 sory board and commissions will definitely intended—has already its “outstanding” schools and 60 be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, spread among library personnel.

Oct. 21, at the Orland Park Civic public parks, 150 miles of bike/ Continued from Page 1 “As a group, the library is very walking paths, and nearby forest Center, 14750 S. Ravinia Ave. invested in this,” he said. “We want The trustees voted in August to “Meta populations means you preserves. to see these gardens pop up all hold the workshop, at Calandrielhave lots of small, high quality The mayor’s presentation also highlighted the significantly lower lo’s suggestion, instead of adopt- habitats that start to act as a large over town.”

“Over the winter, we’ll have taxes in Will County compared ing the mayor’s proposal to create habitat, especially for aerial organdifferent programs talking about an ad-hoc committee to study and isms such as bees and butterflies. with Cook County and the city of Chicago, while also pointing to reorganize the village’s 11 com- The pollinators go from one place the use of the gardens, how to establish them and how to take to another,” he said. the easy accessibility of the city. missions and advisory boards.

Public input is sought on how Swamp milkweed, prairie drop- care of them,” he said.

“At the end of the day, regardCome planting time in the less of the outcome, (putting forth to move forward with the advi- seed, blazing star, butterfly bush spring, Blazek said families and sory board structure, and current and other native species are among this effort) was well worth it. Will County dropped its other sites in commission and advisory board the plants favored by pollinating individuals will be invited to join library staff in populating the garfavor of this one,” said the may- members have been invited to insects. participate.

“Some of the species we are den. The spot the garden will ocor. “We don’t know which sites “We’re looking forward to hav- talking about have long been cupy on the library grounds has Illinois will put forward for consideration. But from we’ve been ing an open discussion about the considered weeds,” said Director not yet been officially selected, told, by people in the know, it issues,” said Calandriello, who Blazek of the library. “It’s real- although Lake Katherine’s Blakeswill be between Chicago, Oak maintained that the workshop ly interesting that we’re planting ley said he has a good idea in Brook and us. It is a long shot for would be a more transparent way weeds in a garden and getting mind for its location.

The commitment mentioned by everyone,” said Pekau, whose pro- of addressing the issue than the ad- back in touch with the role these posal was endorsed by all five of hoc committee. After going over weeds play. It resonates with me Straz as he was about to begin the trustees present. Only Trustee the history and current purpose of as a nature lover and it probably planting in the city hall garden refers to the National Wildlife the board and commissions, their resonates with a lot of people.”

James Dodge was absent.

A pollinator garden at the li- Federation’s “Mayor’s Monarch It may be a year or more before future will be analyzed in breakout Amazon makes its final decision. sessions. The board of trustees brary, 12501 S. 71st Ave., will Pledge” which he signed in early In other business at the meeting, will then present a summary of be installed sometime in spring, August of this year. The pledge said Blazek, and the buzz—pun encourages local residents to proTrustee Dan Calandriello said the what was accomplished.

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Dennis Hyker drops his ticket into the drum for the fundraising raffle at Harvest in The Heights.

vide habitat and food for creatures that produce billions of dollars of products nationwide.

“Pollinators are in massive decline,” said Blakesley in a presentation to the Palos Heights City Council at that time, attributing the situation to pollution, misuse of chemicals, disease and changes in climatic patterns.

According to information supplied by the Nature Center, in the past two decades the number of monarchs has dropped from one billion to 30 million largely because of habitat destruction.

Monarch caterpillars feed and lay their eggs exclusively on milkweed but the colorful flower is rapidly disappearing from the countryside due to the overuse of herbicides and decline of the native prairie.

The effort to establish pollinator gardens will also be extended to local businesses, an initiative being spearheaded by Sara Barnas, a naturalist at Lake Katherine.

Last year, according to Blakesley, Lake Katherine received a

$32,000 grant for a pollinator area that now contains 18,000 plants.

A pollinator garden is also part of the newly configured Meyers Park behind the Palos Heights Recreation Center, 6601 W. 127th St. The debut of the city hall garden attracted Barbara Whitaker and Judy Roufe from Munster, Ind. where they are members of the Munster Garden Club.

“We’re working with our town to do an edible garden,” said Whitaker. “We’re recruiting Gareth or his assistant to give a presentation at our club meeting.

“We’d encourage our town to also do butterfly gardens.”

All natural benefits aside, Blakesley said there’s another important reason to advocate for, and to plant, pollinator gardens.

“There’s a simple enjoyment of being with nature,” he said. “We’re losing that connection all the time.

Anytime we can get natural plants in the ground, they’re going to help species, increase biodiversity but they also make us feel good.”

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Camille’s Confections, Quality Plus Photo join Community Tent October 11

Winter Farmers Market info available

Delicious, handmade English toffee from Camille’s Confections returns to the Community Tent on October 11. Camille’s Confections is located at 12216 S. Harlem Ave. Half- and full-pound packages of toffee will be available. Flavors include original, Sassy Sea Salt, White Chocolate Cranberry Almond, Dark Chocolate Blueberry Pecan and Nutty Buddy. Toffee makes perfect holiday gifts for friends, family, work and more.

Orders can be placed now for the holiday season.

Quality Plus Photo, 12240 S. Harlem Ave., will also join the Community Tent on October 11.

Representatives will be showcasing their entire photo and seasonal gift selections, as well as locally

inspired wall art and gifts for your home. Who doesn’t need to get old photos and videos organized?

Representatives will have information about their photo and video organization and digitalization.

Apples, cider, pumpkins, hard squashes and more fall produce are available at the market in large quantities. Other fruits available include pears and grapes. Besides the squash, additional fall root vegetables of onions, carrots, beets, potatoes, peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, tomatoes, beans, eggplant, various greens and more are in the market.

Large selections of food items are also at the market on a weekly basis. They include breads, multiple types of bakery items, pies, noodles, string and multiple varieties of artisan cheeses, eggs, butter, jams, jellies, local honey, olive oils, vinegars, beef, pork,

chicken, salsas, pasta and BBQ sauces, Italian peppers, three different varieties of ready-to-eat tamales, pizza and pizza products, ready-to-bake pizza, pesto, organic and vegan frozen vegetable patties, soups and desserts.

Our vendors also have beautiful fall decorative corn, corn stalks, mums, perennial plants and freshcut flowers. Finally, get ready for tailgate and fall parties and Christmas gifts with the Pampered Chef, who has everything you will need.

The market’s Facebook page, at Facebook.com/PalosHeightsFarmersMarket, will showcase all available produce at the start of the market day. Shop early for best selection.

The Palos Heights Farmers Market will be moving indoors starting Nov. 18. The market will be located in the Orchard Room at the Palos Heights Recreation Center, 6601

W. 127th St., from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays, Nov. 18 and Dec. 16 of 2017, as well as Saturdays, Jan. 20, Feb. 17, March 10 and April 21 of 2018. Many of the current vendors will be participating, along with a few new ones. Mark your calendars now. More information will be available at the City Tent.

While at the City Tent, make sure to pick up your Frequent Shopper Card and have it endorsed.

Receive double credit on your card every week for donations of either canned goods or fresh produce. Canned donations are given to Palos Methodist Church Food Pantry, 12108 S. Harlem Ave. in Palos Heights. Fresh produce is delivered to Operation Blessing, 4901 W. 128th Pl. in Alsip.

The year-end market raffle will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 18th at noon and all completed Frequent Shopper Cards are eligible

for the raffle. Gift certificates are also available for purchase. They cost $5 each and can be used at the vendors. LINK cards are also accepted at the Palos Market. The process starts at the City Tent.

Finally while at the City Tent, pick up this week’s recipe, “Caramel-Greek Yogurt Dip in an Edible Apple Cup” courtesy of Dr. John Principe, M.D. of WellbeingMD Center for Life. This, and some previous year’s recipes will be available. Previous year’s recipes can be found at wellbeingmd.com, or palosheights.org.

The market would like to thank this year’s Palos Heights Farmers Market sponsors. They include Dr. John Principe, M.D. of WellBeingMD Center for Life; Palos Health; The Private Bank; CNB Bank and Trust; United Trust Bank; City of Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz; Running for Kicks; Golden Shoes

and Camille’s Confections.

Additional information about the market can be found at palosheights.org, by emailing farmersmarket@palosheights.org, calling (708) 361-1800 or visiting the market’s Facebook page.

POLICE BLOTTER: PALOS HEIGHTS DUI Ryan Leibforth, 29, of Lemont, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic stop at 2:37 a.m. Sunday, in the 7600 block of College Drive. Police said he was involved in a hit-and-run crash in Palos Park and failed field sobriety tests.

He was also cited for improper lane usage and driving without insurance. He is due in court on Nov. 14.

Melvin Johnson, 35, of Park Forest, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic stop at 2:54 a.m. Saturday, in the 7100 block of West 131st Street. Police said he was stopped for fleeing Crestwood police. He was also cited for driving without insurance. He is due in court on Oct. 20.

Revoked license McKenzie Counsell, 20, of Madison, Wis., was charged with driving with a revoked license following a traffic stop at 12:45 p.m. Sept. 25, in the 12400 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said she was also cited for driving without insurance and unlawful use of a data communication device while driving. She is due in

court on Oct. 20.

Detrice M. Jones, 36, of Harvey, was charged with driving with a revoked license following a traffic stop at Route 83 and Harlem Avenue at 1:49 a.m. Saturday. Police said she was also cited for using an electronic communication device while driving. She is due in court on Nov. 3.

Outstanding warrants Michael A. Haack, 21, of Worth, was arrested on an outstanding warrant following a traffic stop at 10:58 a.m. last Thursday, in the 11900 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said he was also cited for having an invalidated license, expired registration and no insurance. He is due in court on Nov.14.

Samuel E. Johnson IV, 25, of Broadview, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear in court following a traffic stop at 12:22 p.m. Sept. 26, in the 12200 block of South 76th Avenue. Police said he was also cited for speeding. He is due in court on Oct. 30.

was charged with texting while driving following a traffic stop at 6:29 p.m. Sept. 26, in the 7200 block of College Drive. Police said he was also cited for driving without a valid license. He is due in court on Nov. 15.

Hit-and-run Michael J. Attocchi, 37, of Chicago, was charged with leaving the scene of a property-damage accident following a hit-and-run crash at 12:22 p.m. Sept. 27, in the 12700 block of South Ridgeland Avenue. Police said he fled without providing information but witness descriptions of his vehicle led to his arrest in an adjacent community. He was also cited for driving without insurance. He is due in court on Oct. 20.

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Sgt. Andy Boblak (right) of the Orland Park Police Department discusses topics of relevance to the incoming shift of officers as he and Sgt. Kent Kovac, shift supervisor, conduct a roll call recently at Doogan Park, 14710 Park Ln. The department occasionally holds roll call outside the police station to increase visibility in the community and provide local residents the opportunity to interact with officers.

child. The group will walk outdoors to investigate who lives in these great, giant plants. A small craft project is included. For more information, call the nature center, quoting program 648.

• Little Explorers, children 3 to 6 years old, can participate in “Tree-mendous” at 9:30 a.m.

Thursday, Oct. 26 (program 638), at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 27 (program 639) or 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 (program 640). The fee is $6 per child. The group will look at roots, branches and falling leaves to help understand these giant plants. A walk outdoors and a small craft project are included.

Register at the nature center.

• Eco-Explorers, students in third through fifth grades, can experience Pumpkinpalooza from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25. Students will be decorating their own pumpkins. They will also take a fall hike and eat a pumpkin snack. Reservations can be made at the nature center by quoting program 652.

• Nature by the book will be held in cooperation with the Palos Heights Public Library at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, 6:30

Tia E. Jordan, 21, of Tinley Park, was charged with driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop at 1:08 a.m. last Thursday, in the 12800 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said she was also cited for driving with- Charge Chicago man out insurance. She is due in court with driving drunk on Oct. 20.

Orland Park police charged Chicago resident Gerardo Quevedo, 35, with DUI, failure to carry a license while driving and failure to use headlights after police curbed p.m. Lake Katherine and the his SUV near 151st Street and Palos Heights Library, 12501 S. Ravinia Avenue at 1:56 a.m. Sept.

71st Ave., will team up for a na- 4. A charge of possession of drug ture-based panel book discussion paraphernalia was added after a to be held at the library. October’s search of the vehicle yielded two book is “The Living Great Lakes: smoking pipes, according to the Searching for the Heart of the In- police report. The SUV was towed land Seas” by Jerry Dennis. Copies and impounded, and Quevedo is scheduled to appear in court in will be available at the library.

• A volunteer workday has Bridgeview on Wednesday. been scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday Oct. 28. The staff Man used phone while at Lake Katherine is asking for driving, police say help to clear invasive species Chicago resident Anthony C. from the west side of the lake.

Volunteers can meet at the nature Evans, 22, was charged with center at 8.45 a.m. or take a stroll operating a motor vehicle while around the lake until they spot the using an electronic communicahard-working crew. Volunteers are tions device after police curbed his asked to wear closed-toe shoes, car in the 14400 block of South long sleeves and bring a water LaGrange Road at 4:25 p.m. Sept.

9. A charge of possession of drug bottle.

• Stargazing, a free program for paraphernalia was added after a all ages will be held at 6:30 p.m. search of the vehicle yielded three Saturday, Oct. 28--Fall Astrono- cannabis roaches and a smoking my Day. Participants can view the pipe, according to the police remoon and Mars with astronomer Joe Mayer. No registration is needed. Participants will meet near the entrance bridge. The program will be cancelled in the case of cloudy skies, rain or snow.

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Lake Katherine to host several fall events Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens, 7402 W. Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, is hosting several events in the coming weeks.

For more information or to register for a program, call (708) 361-1873.

• A canoe kayak program is scheduled from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 6. The cost is $8 per person. Natural Resources Committee member Jake Hynes will reveal the secrets of the lake as he guides on a unique tour before sunset pointing out the species that start to come out to play around dusk. Spots are limited to a total of 27 people with three single person kayaks available on a first come first served basis. Canoes seat three people each and parties may be split up to fill all seats.

The event will be rescheduled if the weather or water conditions are deemed unsuitable.

• Edgelands: A Discovery Tour of Chicagoland’s Forgotten Natural Areas will take place beginning at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12 at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. Interested individuals can join Lake Katherine’s Manager Gareth Blakesley as he leads a virtual tour through the Chicago area to explore the sometimes forgotten areas of nature within and around Chicago.

• The Fall Fishing Classic will be held from 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 14. Participants can fish the entire shore at Lake Katherine during this one day catch and release fundraiser. A $100 donation per ticket is good for fishing, food and refreshments with prizes for the largest muskie, largemouth bass, walleye, channel catfish and bluegill.

• Homeschool program: Birds & Migration is for children in kindergarten through sixth grade.

The program is set from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct 19 and the fee is $6. Why do birds migrate? We will play a game to understand the risks they face. We will also learn about the different kinds and attributes of feathers. For more information or to register, call the Lake Katherine naturalists at (708) 361-1873 or email Marian. sinkus@lakekatherine.org, quoting program number 661.

• Junior Explorers, students in kindergarten through second grade, will find out “Who lives in a tree?” from 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18. The fee is $6 per

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port. Evans is due in court in Bridgeview on Tuesday.

Michigan man charged with ID theft Police charged Marvin Earl Bell Jr., 23, of Clinton Township, Mich. with aggravated identity theft after he allegedly used the stolen credit card information of a 60-year-old Florida woman to rent a room at Essence Suites, 14455 S. LaGrange Road, at 3:58 a.m. Sept.

8. Police were Bell alerted to the situation about 90 minutes later, after the victim received a text message from her credit card company, warning her of possible fraud. Bell was arrested without incident at Essence Suites.

Bond was set at $50,000, and Bell is expected to appear in court in Bridgeview on Tuesday.

Foot chase ends in theft charge Chicago resident Kelly S.

Cisneras, 42, was charged with misdemeanor retail theft after she allegedly stole $327 worth of cosmetics from JCPenney in Orland Square Mall just after 3 p.m.

Sept. 4. Police said they apprehended Cisneras after a foot chase through a mall parking lot. The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office denied an OPPD request for a felony charge. Cisneras is set to appear in court in Bridgeview tomorrow.

Woman banned from mall charged with theft Kim Whatley, 54, of Chicago, was charged with misdemeanor retail theft after she allegedly stole 32 items worth a total of $253 from The Children’s Place in Orland Square Mall at 11:56 a.m. Sept.

8. A charge of criminal trespass to land was added after it was learned that she had been banned from the mall last December, according to the police report. Based on the fact that Whatley had seven prior felony convictions, OPPD requested a felony charge. It was denied by the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office. She is due in court in Bridgeview on Tuesday.

4 Thursday, October 5, 2017

Rauner’s word is not his bond

One reason why Gov. Bruce Rauner promised to veto HB40 last spring was to prevent a House Republican revolt on the state budget.

The bill deletes a so-called “trigger” provision in current law which states that if the Roe v. Wade case is overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court, Illinois would automatically revert to outlawing abortions. There’s a dispute about whether this is needed, but the more controversial part of the bill would allow state funding of abortions through Medicaid and the state employee group health insurance program.

Everyone knew from the beginning of the two-year budget impasse that the House Republicans were the key to victory for both sides. As long as Rauner could hold them completely together, he could continue the impasse fight with the Democrats. By April, however, mutinous rumblings were growing in that caucus; and one way Rauner could placate them was to swear he would veto HB40 if it ever reached his desk.

There are no remaining pro-choice Republicans in the House, and there are certainly no supporters of taxpayer-funded abortions in the caucus. Legislative threats were made to the pro-choice governor that there would be holy heck to pay if he signed HB40 into law. They’d abandon him in droves and there would be nothing he could do to stop them from working with the Democrats on a budget solution. So the governor told several House Republicans to their faces that he’d veto the bill.

But then a couple of months later, some of the same House Republicans who’d been demanding an HB40 veto broke with the governor and voted for the tax hike.

That tax vote may have played into the governor’s decision to become the first American governor to sign a taxpayer-funded abortion bill into law. He may have simply decided that he wasn’t bound to his promise because the House Republicans didn’t hold their caucus together.

The trouble is, he made that veto promise to more than just the House Republicans. As Sen. Dan McConchie (R-Hawthorn Woods) pointed out after Rauner signed the bill into law, the governor made a “public commitment” to veto the bill. “His flip-flopping on this issue,” McConchie said in a statement, “raises serious questions on whether the Governor’s word can be trusted on other matters.”

The reason this issue became such a huge crisis in the first place is that Rauner’s word can’t be taken as truth. This started to become apparent on election night, when the governor claimed during his victory speech that he’d spoken to House Speaker Michael J. Madigan and Senate President John Cullerton, even though he hadn’t.

Rauner spent more than two years traveling the state to tell everyone who would listen that he would stop the Democrats from muscling through a Chicago Public Schools “bailout,” but then he signed a bill into law that actually gave CPS more money than the Democrats had proposed.

The governor told the Chicago Tribune in the spring of 2015 that a budget crisis would give him the leverage to obtain concessions from Democrats on his pro-business, anti-union agenda, then flat-out blamed the Democrats for the next two years for creating the crisis the governor had wanted.

I mean, the man repeatedly lied about his own grandfather to score political points. The governor has claimed over and over that his “best friend” growing up had emigrated from Sweden -- the last time was when he bragged about it during a speech to an immigrant rights group when he signed a bill into law restricting what the police can do to undocumented immigrants. In fact, his grandfather was born in the United States. Politifact awarded the claim its harshest rating: “Pants on fire.”

The list is just endless with this guy. When Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich publicly calls you out for breaking your promise to veto HB40, you know you have a problem.

Candidate Rauner explicitly promised the pro-choice group Personal PAC in 2014 that he would sign legislation for government-funded abortions. So the question really boiled down to who the governor would wind up lying to.

With a tax hike passed over his veto and an education funding reform plan in place, the calculation could’ve been that he just doesn’t need the House Republicans for much of anything next year.

But the governor’s campaign insists that Rauner is running for reelection. If he manages to win, he’s going to have to eventually find a way to reestablish his relationships with legislative Republicans. Time will likely heal some of these wounds within his own party, but only if he makes a genuine attempt to reestablish his credibility.

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RICH MILLER

Hurricane aftermath worsened by political selfishness Four hurricanes including two reaching Category 5 levels slammed the Caribbean and the Southern American coastline this season setting records, taking hundreds of lives, and causing billions of dollars in damage.

Hurricane Harvey turned Houston into a torrential river of destruction, killing at least 75 people. Hurricane Irma followed, slamming the Caribbean and Florida, causing more deaths and billions in damage. Two more hurricanes including Maria caused 65 deaths in the Dominican Republic, Haiti and Puerto Rico.

Having survived devastating floods in Chicago’s suburbs in 1996, I know what it’s like to see personal possessions washed away and property severely damaged.

Yet, I can never get used to the politicians who exploit these tragedies for their own selfish political agendas.

Among the biggest exploiters of the recent tragedy is Congressman Luis Gutierrez, a loud-mouth screamer who always exploits the un-exploitable.

I covered Gutierrez when he was a do-nothing Chicago alderman. After leaving City Hall, I helped him launch his first campaign for Congress in 1992. I quickly left after realizing he was little more than a deplorable opportunist.

I’ve worked with more than 65 politicians and candidates over the years, including a couple who ended up, rightly, going to jail.

I find Gutierrez to be the most disturbing of them all, because he always used race as a crowbar to tear issues apart.

This past week, I watched as Gutierrez

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turned hurricane tragedy into a story about himself, crying in a series of TV Interviews and in front of news cameras as he prepared to fly to Puerto Rico.

Suddenly, Mother Nature wasn’t to blame.

It was his arch rival, President Trump. The racist national American news media that always fans Gutierrez’s political embers are complicit. They always exaggerate criticism of Trump, to reflect their own political agendas, while ignoring facts that provide balance.

Hurricanes are caused by low pressure areas that form over warm ocean waters.

They can be deadly. Water from the ocean vaporizes quickly, creating an energy that fuels the intensity of the hurricane, Mother Nature’s Science Project Gone Wrong.

The media provided huge coverage to one of Gutierrez’s political allies, San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz, who asserted Trump wasn’t doing enough. But the media never reported until days later what the federal government is doing. Nor did the media report on criticism of Cruz from another Puerto Rican city mayor, Angel Perez. Perez blasted Cruz saying the United States was doing much in the wake of the hurricane damage.

READERS WRITE Palos Heights Women extend thanks for successful fundraiser

Dear Editor, The Palos Heights Woman’s Club is one of the local service-volunteer organizations, that owes the success of its many events to the great exposure offered before and after those Rich Miller also publishes Capitol Fax, a daily political newslet- events.

The PHWC recently held a ter, and CapitolFax.com.

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White House Budget Chief Mick Mulvaney argued the news media was ignoring the federal efforts to provide aid and only showcasing political attacks.

FEMA is all over Puerto Rico, which is 2,200 miles across ocean waters from the U.S. mainland. My Orland Park home is only 706 miles from FEMA headquarters in Washington DC. While the damage was far less than anything suffered in the four hurricanes, it took FEMA under President Bill Clinton six months to provide any substantive support, in the form of loans I repaid to replace damaged property.

The worst thing is to watch victims of tragedy blame government or the police.

When a teenager is killed on a Chicago street at 2 a.m., the first thing the parents do is blame the police.

They don’t blame themselves for being pathetic parents who don’t seem to care for their children when the children need the care. They end up in front of microphones with lawyers who blame government and turn their suffering into multi-million dollar jackpots.

I’m sick of it. And I’m sick of politicians who exploit tragedy by blaming the suffering and damage on their political rivals.

You want to help the people in need?

Help. Tragedy needs humanitarian compassion, not a political opportunity just to get news media air time.

Ray Hanania is an award winning columnist, author and former Chicago City Hall reporter. Email him at rghanania@gmail. com.

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We are grateful for the most recent support of Palos Lions, Palos Kiwanis Club, Thrivent Financial, Dunkin Donuts (Palos Heights) and Starbucks (Palos Heights).

Additionally, we wish to thank all the community service volunteers including Lang Ice, Mona Lisa Boutique for handling ticket sales, the organizations and individuals who donated raffle prizes and the use of fans to cool off our guests, the staff at the Recreation Center and the members of the PHWC and PHWC gentlemen helpers who helped with set-up and during the event.

We’d like to thank all those who purchased tickets and

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We also wish to extend a very special thank you to The Regional News staff, who we can always count on to support the objectives and goals of PHWC with pictures and articles and by recognizing the many dedicated businesses, organizations, and individuals who reach out to make a difference.

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Resents politicians catering to illegal immigrants For too long politicians have ignored the violations of our immigration laws. Sanctuary cities and states make a mockery of our national sovereignty and borders. As a law abiding American, I resent all the hypocritical politicians catering to illegals. In his first speech before the U.N., President Donald Trump made his position very clear pertaining to illegal immigration.

Thank you, Mr. President!

Mary Cvak, Palos Park

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Hefner, Rolling Stone: Goodbye to two original free spirit, free speech icons

By Gene Policinski The twin icons of “hip” and “hippies” are no more.

Hugh Hefner, who died on Sept. 27at age 91, taught the Beat and boomer generations provocative lessons about sex, jazz and a lifestyle free from guilt — fueling, if not founding, a sexual revolution that would shake the nation and overturn social taboos through his Playboy magazine and his own free-wheeling lifestyle. In his later years and up to the day of his death, Hefner lived in the nation’s mind as a silk-pajama-clad swinger who enjoyed a taboo-shattering, hedonistic lifestyle that he both created and promoted.

Rolling Stone magazine, first published in 1967, followed Hefner into the nation’s psyche and onto its newsstands, no less

an arbiter of music, film, politics and art. It was the must-read of the counterculture, and along with its readers weathered the transition to the mainstream culture — at least for the nation’s progressive wing. Earlier this month, Rolling Stone founder Jann Wenner announced that he would sell his controlling interest in the publication.

Playboy and Rolling Stone magazines may well continue publishing for years, but without Hefner and Wenner — two free spirits who helped shape American culture for more than 50 years — it won’t be the same.

First, on Playboy and its larger-than-life founder: To play on an old joke, yes, there really were articles to read along with eyeing the nude centerfolds. Hefner used his magazine to give voice to the leading writers, pop philosophers and artists of the

latter half of the 20th century, and to promote his views on civil rights, sexual freedom and social tolerance.

Writers Norman Mailer and Gore Vidal, music superstars Miles Davis, John Lennon and Yoko Ono, activist Martin Luther King Jr. and boxer Muhammad Ali were just a few of the hundreds who found a home in Playboy’s pages. In the magazine’s early years it serialized Ray Bradbury’s landmark novel and screed against censorship, the futuristic “Fahrenheit 451.”

Earlier this year Hefner and his daughter Christie, who was for many years his successor at Playboy Enterprises, were honored with the Newseum’s Free Expression Award for their combined support of free expression, social justice and equality.

Even as the fortunes of the Playboy empire shifted and

waned, “Hef” created the Hugh M. Hefner Foundation that remains committed, in part through its annual First Amendment Awards, to honoring and inspiring the kind of commitment to free speech he so passionately embraced and exemplified.

There will be those who will mark his death with criticism of the “Playboy Philosophy” — Hefner’s declaration of freedom from what he saw as the straight-laced, suffocating social standards of post-WWII life.

And there will be many who will not forgive him for what they saw as the vulgar depiction of women as little more than bare-breasted, adolescent sex toys.

But those critics will once again fall short of taking the full measure of a publisher who put his passion for free speech ahead Continued on page 5

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Slapshots sports bar opens BOB BONG Sports fans in general and hockey fans in particular have a new place to check out in Midlothian.

Slapshots Sports Bar and Grill at 14608 S. Cicero Ave. in the new Ricky Rockets plaza welcomes all sports fans, according to owner Bobby Kennealy, but it’s obvious from the name to the hockey motif that this is a place for hockey fans and especially Blackhawks fans.

Kennealy has operated a truck brokerage for 13 years en route to opening his own sports bar, his first.

“That was always a stepping stone to reach my true dream to have a sports bar,” he said.

Slapshots is a sports fan’s dream. There are 22 televisions including a 184-inch projection monster, eight 65-inch versions and even two 19-inch screens above the urinals in the men’s room.

There also is a game room with a pool table, dart board and Golden Tee golfing game.

Slapshots has indoor seating for about 155, Kennealy said. An outdoor beer garden has room for another 30 or so.

While a sports bar, there’s no doubt Slapshots is dedicated to the Hawks.

There are Stanley Cup banners hanging from the rafters, autographed jerseys on the walls and a stick autographed by Patrick Kane.

The hockey motif includes a regulation NHL goal hanging in the corner and the waitress station is an old penalty box.

“We’ll have a laser show when the Hawks score,” Kennealy said.

The menu will include backyard barbecue foods such as brats, Italian sausages, burgers and hotdogs.

Other fare includes wings, pizza, salads and soups.

Slapshots held its grand opening on Sept. 30.

Hours are from 10:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. Sunday to Thursday and from 10:30 a.m. to 3 a.m. on Saturday and Friday.

For information, call 708-8979496 or check out the bar’s Facebook page.

Fatso’s closes in Oak Lawn Fatso’s restaurant closed at the end of August after six years at 6035 W. 95th St. in Oak Lawn.

Owner Peter Vithoulkas said in a post on Facebook he was tired after working 15 hours a day, seven days a week for the last six years. He said it was time to relax and enjoy his life and family.

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Slapshots Sports Bar and Grill is now open at 14608 S. Cicero Ave. in Midlothian. The bar has a definite hockey and Blackhawks motif.

“We are so grateful for all of our Fatsos fans who have supported our business. Serving you has been an absolute pleasure,” he wrote.

Fans of his food specialties need not fret, however. Chef Pete, as he is known, said he will continue to sell via Facebook his popular rice pudding and sauces for the holidays. Offerings will also include Greek dressings, barbecue sauce, chipotle sauce and his special sauce.

He is now taking orders for the holidays. You can reach him through his Facebook page at Chef Pete’s.

He also said he was working with the new owner of the restaurant on the recipes for his signature items such as the Fatso’s burger and Fatso’s hotdog.

MOD Pizza now open in Evergreen Park MOD Pizza, one of those super-fast, make-your-own pizza establishments, opened last week at the new Evergreen Plaza in Evergreen Park.

The pizzeria opened Sept. 29 at 9540 S. Western Ave. A portion of its grand opening sales will be donated to provide meals to victims of Hurricane Harvey.

MOD offers individual, artisan-style pizzas that customers can build from 30-plus toppings.

The menu also features salads, sides and hand-spun shakes. An 11-inch pizza costs $7.17, with cheese pizzas going for $6.17.

There are also 6-inch pizzas.

Hours are from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Friday and Saturday.

Krispy Kreme to open next week Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, which opened its first “new” south suburban location in Homewood earlier this year, is set to open its second location next week, this one in Evergreen Park.

Krispy Kreme is set to open at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 9150 S. Western Ave. The first 300 customers in line at 6 a.m. will receive a variety of freebies from Krispy Kreme.

The first person in line will have the honor of turning on the

INSIDE THE FIRST AMENDMENT Continued from page 4 of his business and fortune. Over the decades, Hefner’s company fought multiple legal battles against self-appointed cultural censors and pandering politicians who tried to impose limits on the press.

Those critics will also gloss over Hefner’s early, innovative use of television with the shows “Playboy Penthouse” and “Playboy After Dark,” which presented a racially diverse set of musicians, comedians and other artists, comfortable in one another’s company at a time when, in many parts of the nation, they could not even have been seated in the same room.

And, lest we forget, there also was “The Playboy Interview” — the front-of-book, Q&A feature that provided newsmakers of the time a place to speak their minds to a mass audience in a personal manner not seen elsewhere. From Steve Jobs to Billie Jean King, from “Roots” author Alex Haley to futurist Marshall McLuhan, from Frank Sinatra to Snoop Dog, Playboy showed celebrities in a more personal, authentic light, which was markedly different from the celebrity profiles in other publications.

This oh-so-personal icon of “hip” was preceded into pop history only days earlier by the end of Rolling Stone magazine as we knew it — a singular, sometimes spectacular, “hippie” troubadour extolling the virtues of rock ‘n’ roll, celebrity lifestyles and pop lit.

A 1972 hit song said it best, and with more than a tinge of irony, when it described Rolling Stone at its pinnacle in the “sex,

drugs and rock ‘n’ roll” era: “Well, we’re big rock singers We got golden fingers And we’re loved everywhere we go (that sounds like us) We sing about beauty and we sing about truth At ten thousand dollars a show (right) We take all kinds of pills that give us all kind of thrills But the thrill we’ve never known Is the thrill that’ll gitcha when you get your picture On the cover of the Rollin’ Stone” — “Cover of Rolling Stone,”

by Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show, released November 1972 Today’s hipsters are more likely to get music news, and perhaps all news, scrolling through social media feeds on their iPhones. Still, the magazine’s cover image retained some power. As late as July, Rolling Stone showed signs of its old counterculture spunk when it featured a soulful photo of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau with the headline, “Why can’t he be our president?”

The magazine was both incubator and home to the best American writers of the last half-century, being the first to feature landmark literary works

by Tom Wolfe and Hunter S. Thompson. It also published some of the best investigative and political reporting of the time. Rolling Stone took readers behind the scenes of the music, film and TV industries; its highly personal style shattering the “who, what, when, where and why” approach of mainstream media.

“Hot Light,” which lets customers know the glazed doughnuts are fresh out of the fryer. The first hundred customers will get one dozen doughnuts free every month for a year. Customers from 101 to 300 will each receive a free coffee tumbler and unlimited 99cent refills.

The opening day celebration will begin at 7:30 a.m. with the Evergreen Park Community High School Mustang Marching Band. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at 8 a.m.

In addition to inside seating, the Evergreen Park location will also feature a drive-through.

“I am thrilled to welcome Krispy Kreme Doughnuts to Evergreen Park,” Mayor Jim Sexton said in a news release. “Their new location in our commercial district is a great addition to the village.

I know the community will welcome its classic treats.”

The Evergreen Park Krispy Kreme will be open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. A drive-thru will be open until midnight.

Danny’s reopens after lengthy remodeling Danny’s Pizza at 6021 S. Archer Ave., which was a Garfield Ridge neighborhood fixture for 42 years, finally reopened last month.

Now known as Danny’s Chicago Pub, the restaurant was acquired by Villa Rosa in late 2014 and underwent a lengthy and major remodeling.

The folks at Villa Rosa promised that when Danny’s reopened, it would feature food made with the same recipes used by the Terracina family when they operated the restaurant.

Parking can be a problem in the area and Danny’s said patrons can use the parking lot at Sherwin Williams at 5321 S. Menard.

Danny’s is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday and Monday, from 11 a.m. to midnight from Tuesday to Thursday and from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

For information, visit dannyschicago.com or call 773-5823456.

If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line atbobbong@hotmail.com.

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Diane’s Place donates to Incarnation Elementary Mirima Ottman of Diane’s Place, 12306 S. Harlem Ave., serves Cooper Cozen, a sixth-grade student at Incarnation Elementary School who is sporting a cast and sling from a brand-new wrist injury. Owner Diane Goerg donated a portion of the proceeds from the shop’s Sept. 27 sales to the school, 5705 W. 127th St., as part of Incarnation’s current fundraising effort.

Expo vendor spots still available The Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce has a few spots left for vendors to exhibit at their 28th annual Community EXPO to be held from 9 am to 1 pm. Saturday, Oct. 14 at Sandburg High School, 13300 S. LaGrange Road.

Non-chamber members will pay $470 for a booth and electricity.

Chamber members will pay $385 for a booth, electricity and a wel-

dinaire. The Fair Extraordinaire will feature syringe painting, doctor dress up, face painting, Rainbow Therapy dogs, very unsafe house, candy or medicine, seatbelt safety egg crasher, feed our frog and the medical memory game.

For more information, call the Chamber office at (708) 349-2972.

AREA PROPERTY TRANSFERS Following are the property transfers in the area, according to the latest report, as received from the Cook County Recorder of Deeds Office. The Regional News does not attempt to correct errors made by that office.

Orland Park Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Lafayette 231 LLC, 10733 W 159th St, Unit #D1, $981,000; Gabriel Cheryl A to Aguirre David I, 13758 86th Ave, $350,000; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Weslow Robert D Tr, 16911 Songbird Cir, $256,500; Byron Raymond E to Fitzpatrick Peggy D, 17532 Orland Woods Ln, $350,000; Kostal Karen A Tr to Le John, 15141 Narcissus Ln, $260,000; Graver Julianne to Awadallah Hanan, 16007 Laurel Dr, $165,000; Cernick Michael to Piliceva Tanja, 15710 Orlan Brook Dr, Unit #159, $113,000; David Alan Homes LLC to Ulverton Enterprises Inc, 14620 Highland Ave, $178,000; Bordy Gail A to Sondag Mark From takes on a national pen- R, 15619 Garden View Ct, Unit sion scandal to invasive, critical #31A, $121,000; looks at Wall Street shenanigans, Fitzgerald Gerald Owen Trust to a devastatingly-detailed profile to Four Sale Homes LLC, 10358 of then-Gen. Stanley McChrysAlveston St, $220,000; tal, it was Rolling Stones’s Oconnor Rima G to Gordon willingness and ability to tackle Amanda M, 8838 140th St, Unit major social issues along with #3C, $122,000; celebrity coverage that gave the Bock Stacey R to Tilton Thommagazine its cultural swagger as, 10612 Golf Rd, $370,000; and impact.

Kranz Patricia A Tr to Aro Still, the magazine staggered Adetokunbo A, 16713 Sheridan’s ungracefully into its last years Trail, $235,000; under Wenner. In 2014 it was Neubauer Katrina to Brozovich forced to retract a feature story Chelsea, 17828 Bernard Dr, Unit on an alleged gang rape at the #3A, $154,000; University of Virginia, and was Turransky Neal S to Turransky dragged into court for multiple Sarah, 9933 Shady Ln, Unit #2A, libel lawsuits. A meticulous re$116,000; Kieffer Philip P to Locascio port that followed the well-publicized scandal slammed the mag- John A, 10453 Deer Chase Ave, azine’s lack of editorial oversight on the discredited story.

There is good argument to be made that by 2017, Hefner and Wenner and their respective publications had become modest, if not anachronistic, shells of their former selves. The brand loyalty each created and on which each depended is now diffused by easy access to a glut of information on the web.

But they remain champions of free expression; having shown us all the power of free speech to drive social introspection and spark cultural change. And, in the main, we are all the better for that.

Gene Policinski is chief operating officer of the Newseum Institute and senior vice president of the Institute’s First Amendment Center. He can be reached at gpolicinski@newseum.org. Follow him on Twitter: @genefac

come bag. Last year nearly 2,000 people from Orland Park and the surrounding communities attended the free event.

Planned entertainment at the EXPO include musical performances by local school children, a Culinary Corner featuring food samples from area restaurants and caterers and the Advocate Children’s Hospital Kids’ Fair Extraor-

$495,000; Fee Edward to Kanan Mohammad, 16730 Lee St, $479,500; Messer James W to Halloran Thomas, 15702 Centennial Dr, $237,000; Khasawneh Faris to Ali Issam, 8133 Koehler Dr, $572,500; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Bogdal Brett A, 9142 Clairmont Ct, Unit #117, $153,000; Moawad Ayman to Branecki Jeffrey, 11824 Bates Ct, $76,000; Urquiza Rose P Tr to Oconnell Allen T, 15601 115th Ave, $150,000.

Palos Heights Harrison Lee Clark Tr to Lippold Dale S, 13488 Turtle Pond

Ln, Unit #13488, $190,000; Weslow Robert D to Crivellone Lauren, 12750 S Austin Ave, $278,000; Spencer Gregory Tr to Folliard Edward, 7356 Pawnee Dr, $339,000; Collins Michael Tr to Eagan Kathleen, 7834 Foresthill Ln, Unit #78342DR, $200,500.

Palos Park Pisano William L Tr to Iroqi Masa, 9813 W Mill Dr, Unit #B1L39, $180,000; Roderick Barbara Tr to Mikulski John A, 13361 W 108th Ave, $450,000; US Bk to Klejka Homes Inc, 11524 S 84th Ave, $273,500.

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CNB Bank & Trust, N.A. (as of October 2)

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All rates subject to change daily. Equal opportunity lenders.

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HEALTHY ANSWERS FOR LIFE

Natural help for anxiety Q: I have a lot of anxiety. I think I always have, but it seems to have gotten worse lately. When I need to give presentations at work I am just full of dread. I’ve also noticed feeling more anxious when different social engagements come up and I’ve actually been making up excuses to get out of them, even with friends. I don’t really want to take a prescription, but I really hate feeling this way. Is there anything natural that can help?

A: General anxiety disorder and social anxiety is extremely common. Sometimes medications can be beneficial, but trying natural options first is a good idea. There are a number of natural products that can work very well for helping reduce anxiety and stress.

The first I’d mention is theanine. Theanine is an amino acid found in green tea that can be very helpful for anxiety. Theanine helps to encourage alpha brain waves, which are associated with a calm, relaxed state. It can be taken every day without a problem if needed, but is also effective if used only occasionally when you know you’re going into a stressful situation. All of us at Pass Health Foods use theanine at one time or another. It’s a great supplement that helps “take the edge off.”

The standard dose for adults with anxiety is 200400mg of theanine once or twice a day. It’s a nice supplement because while it does help reduce anxiety, it does not cause tiredness, so it can be used during the day without a problem. Interestingly, theanine is also known to help with increasing focus. We have our Jarrow brand theanine on every-day sale at the store since it’s a supplement we love so much.

Another idea for anxiety, especially when dealing with more extreme issues, is CBD oil. CBD is an extract from the hemp plant which has similar chemical and health properties to the THC (the psychoactive extract in marijuana known for its “high”) in cannabis, but without the mind-altering effects.

CBD is best known for its benefits for pain relief, but there are also numerous very positive studies on its benefits for reducing anxiety, as well as helping to reduce symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. Many published studies have reported benefits of CBD for a number of different mood and emotional disorders. CBD has even been found to be beneficial for people who have not had success with conventional treatments for anxiety and depression.

CBD extract is present in both marijuana and hemp plants. In Illinois, medical marijuana and all extracts from the cannabis plant are illegal for use without a prescription. Because of this regulation, the CBD oil we have available is sourced from the hemp plant. CBD oil ranges vastly in quality, potency, and effectiveness. Conventionally grown CBD from hemp can also have large amount of

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toxins in it because hemp is naturally a “bio-accumulator” plant, which means that it draws toxins from the soil.

Because of this, we’ve been very careful in the types of CBD oil that we’ve decided to carry in the store, and have chosen the brand Green Gorilla, a high-quality CBD extract consisting of entirely organic ingredients.

Our CBD oil is completely safe for drug testing.

Since it is source from the hemp plant, the amount of THC (the compound in marijuana that shows up on a drug test) in our Green Gorilla CBD is 0.003%, so there is absolutely no worry about any problems with a drug test (which I can’t say is the case with all CBD oils on the market).

All our Green Gorilla CBD Oils will be on sale during the month of October for 25% off.

Carolyn Johnson is one of the knowledgeable associates at Pass Health Foods at 7228 W. College Drive. Feel free to stop by the store for more information or advice. www.passhealthfoods.com This column makes no claims to diagnose, treat, prevent, mitigate, or cure diseases with any advice or products.

Any health-related information in this article is for educational purposes only. The ultimate responsibility for your choices and their effect on your health are yours and before applying any therapy or use of herbs, supplements, etc., you should consult your health care provider.

Vendor Sampling Day Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 7th from 11-1! Pass Health Foods will is having a vendor sampling day! We will have free testing and samples of our Green Gorilla CBD Oil as well as having Jarrow’s Bone Broth available to try, along with many other tastings, samples, and raffles for that day- including a free bottle of Green Gorilla CBD Oil that we’ll be giving away! Don’t miss out! 7228 W. College Drive in Palos Heights.

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Pets blessed at Church of the Transfiguration

At a pet blessing held Sunday at Church of the Transfiguration in Palos Park, Julianne Buenting, interim rector, Marcia Huff and her cat, Doby, look at a framed photo of Doby’s brother, Harley, who died recently. Doby received Buenting’s blessing along with a St. Francis of Assisi collar tag.

DEATH NOTICES Philip T. Chiapetto

Philip T. Chiapetto, 87, died Sept. 29 at Palos Hospital.

Mr. Chiapetto lived in Palos Park and was a teacher and a principal. He served in the U.S. military.

Survivors include Mr. Chiapetto’s wife, Marie; daughters, Leslie Henshaw and Denise (Mark) Pellikan; sons, Dean (Kimberly) and Mark (Cheryl); seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Services were Tuesday from Schmaedeke Funeral Home to Our Lady of The Woods Church in Orland Park. Interment was private.

Lawrence ‘Larry’ Johnson

Lawrence “Larry” Johnson, 79, died Sept. 29 in Palos Heights.

Mr. Spoo worked as a stationary engineer. He is survived by his wife, Theresa; daughter, Charisa (Larry) Giese; son, Richard (Susan) and six grandchildren.

Services were Monday from Schmaedeke Funeral Home to Our Lady of The Woods Church in Orland Park, followed by interment at Good Shepard Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. today at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. in Orland Park and from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. tomorrow at Grace Fellowship Church, 15150 S. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Forest. Funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. National Cemetery.

Mr. Johnson was a retired area manager for Nabisco, where he worked for more than 40 years.

He served in the U.S. Navy from 1956 to 1962.

Survivors include Mr. Johnson’s wife, Evelyn; stepsons, John (Terion) Kravarik, Jason Kravarik and Carl Woodrich, along with two grandchildren.

Lois Vandercook

Orland Park resident Lois Vandercook (nee Neumann), 82, died Sept. 26 in Palos Heights.

Mrs. Vandercook worked as a pharmacy clerk. She is survived by her sisters, Shirley and Joan, and a niece.

A service of remembrance was Tuesday at Colonial Chapel in Orland Park. Interment took place at Forest Home Cemetery.

Richard H. Spoo

Palos Park resident Richard H. Spoo, 85, died Sept. 27 at McNeal Hospital.

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Cat declaws better option than euthanasia JOHN FLEMING DVM • Prairie StateVet.com

Dear Readers, How ironic. Last week I wrote about Jonathon, whose dog we have never seen, and how he asked if we could dispense a heart medication for his dog since his regular vet would not do so without an exam.

A week has gone by and today I find myself in a small Wisconsin town wanting to get some meds without an exam. We have BB and Molly with us and although I always have the meds I need in our dog case, I discovered that I did not bring BB’s pimobenden, the same drug Jonathon wanted.

All of the vet clinics around here are closed on Sunday and I don’t want to drive back down to Green Bay, so I let him miss a dose. This morning I called the local vet clinic and asked them the very same question Jonathon asked me last week. Fortunately, I am a card-carrying, bona fide veterinary surgeon. The clinic up here still filled out a new record on BB and photographed my vet IDs. While there I met a nice young vet, Dale, who graduated from Madison two years ago. I offered him a job but unfortunately for me he is happy here in Sturgeon Bay.

Cat declawing Yes, we do perform cat declaws.

This is not our favorite surgery but for many cats it is life saving.

I think Dr. Mark M. from Florida said it well in last months vet journal: “Having read your article, CVMA (Canadian Veterinary Medical Association) Comes Out Against Declawing, I had to shake my head. Why is it that high-minded busybodies cannot help themselves by telling others that their point of view is the only acceptable position on any given subject? Disagreement is only carried out by those who are inhumane and despicable. These narrow-minded people cannot and will not tolerate dissent, kind of like the North Koreans.”

No one wakes up in the morning and says, “I can’t wait to declaw my cat.” Owners who carry out

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this procedure do it so they and their cat can live together. The problem might be destruction of furniture, scratching a thin-skinned senior citizen, or perhaps it’s because the cat is nasty. Either way, I never had a client who looked forward to the procedure. When the procedure is done properly, there are no long-term ill effects.

In a time where humans self-mutilate in all manners I am surprised how this causes such a fervor. Perhaps the members of the CVMA and other enlightened individuals will be willing to perform euthanasia on cats who, for lack of a declaw, are no longer viable pets in their owner’s eyes.

Of course, there will be increased numbers of un-adopted cats because prospective pet owners will avoid cat adoption in the first place, knowing their only option to furniture destruction is taking their cat to a shelter.

And they will. And most of these cats will be euthanized. So, to all declaw opponents, feel free to snuggle in your self-righteousness, but please, quit telling everyone else what to do. No one relishes the declaw procedure, but I will take a declawed cat over a euthanized cat any day of the week. Too bad the CVMA, and those who are like-minded, feel differently.

Dr. M. makes a number of good points. I have never enjoyed doing that particular surgery but I personally know that most of those cats would have been euthanized or taken to a shelter otherwise.

Hundreds of people rallied Saturday at Centennial Park in Orland Park for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association.

Eric Sorensen uses a handout map to make points about the three-mile route and at 10 a.m. walkers hit the pavement, heading east along 153rd St. The mission of the Alzheimer’s Association is to “eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.” More information can be obtained by visiting www.alz.org.

What I think is unkind is for a client to request euthanasia for a pet with a treatable condition that can be treated for minimal cost.

We recoil at that request and try find a way to help the owner and pet do the treatment. Or, we refer them elsewhere for euthanasia.

Not the clamor in the street, Not in the throng of plaudits of the throng, But in ourselves are triumph and defeat.

— Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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Pictured is the cast of the fall play “She Kills Monsters” at Richards High School. Performances are at 7 p.m. Thursday through Friday, Oct. 12, 13 and 14. There is a free show for senior citizens at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11 at the high school, 10701 S. Central Ave., Oak Lawn.

Richards to host performance for seniors Richards High School, 10701 S. Central Ave., Oak Lawn, will host the annual free performance for senior citizens of its fall play, “She Kills Monsters,” at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 11.

Richards will present the play to everyone at 7 p.m. Thursday

through Friday, Oct. 12, 13, and 14.

The production is a comedic romp into the world of fantasy role-playing games. “She Kills Monsters” tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death

of her teenage sister, Tilly.

When Agnes finds Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, however, she stumbles into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was Tilly’s refuge.

Across 1 Frequent flier’s respite 5 Dressing room of a sort 9 Proverbially exposed place 14 Trendy berry 15 Bausch + Lomb brand 16 Missouri campus town 17 38-Across nickname 19 __ Olay 20 Bread flavoring 21 Stand between 23 Strait’s “All My __ Live in Texas” 24 Kindle downloads: Abbr.

26 Multipart opus 27 “The Merry Widow” composer 29 Leitmotif 31 Park it 34 Author of epistolas 36 Girlfriend of Garfield 38 Fourth of eight 41 See 30-Down 43 End for Louis 44 Singly 46 Percolates 48 Home in the woods 49 First of 12 51 “__ espa-ol?”

55 Be unable to swallow 57 Summer shade 59 Hermione’s love 60 Chanced on 63 Michener’s “The Bridges at __” 65 Worth keeping 66 Appealing to prejudice rather than intellect, as an argument 68 Large green moths 69 Masked critter 70 March Madness initials 71 Coastal attraction 72 Kids’ hideout 73 Where an inch may represent a foot

Down 1 Uninhibited jazz style 2 Climber’s tool 3 Salad slice 4 Tango moves 5 Original Model T need 6 Writer Deighton 7 Arles articles 8 Hydrocarbon obtained from crude oil 9 “Does the name Pavlov ring a bell?,” e.g.

10 French wine valley 11 Totally confused 12 ATM feature 13 Place of refuge 18 First sign of fall 22 Hairstyling stuff 25 1944 French battle site 28 Choir recess 30 With 41-Across, quarantined, and a hint to completing 12 puzzle answers 32 B&B, maybe

33 The Twinings shop at 216 Strand in London, e.g.

35 Titania’s husband 37 Sax-playing Simpson 38 Zoo 39 Tailless simian 40 Big name in traveling shows 42 Branch structure 45 Most foxy 47 __ Penh 50 Undamaged 52 Super Bowl 50 champ 53 “Because you’re worth it” brand 54 1978 comedy classic 56 Islamic deity 58 Make amends 60 Theater with no seats?

61 Case for notions 62 Follower of PepŽ Le Pew? 64 Big-hearted 67 Weed tackler (Answers on page 3)

SUDOKU The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares with the correct numbers.

Each row of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order.

Each column of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order.

Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9.

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Showing off their Ocean Day costumes are (from left) Ryan Stuursma (Orland Park), Isaac VanEssen (Orland Park), Alex Kruzich (Evergreen Park) and Calvin Schaafsma (Lockport).

Chicago Christian celebrates homecoming Chicago Christian High School held Homecoming Week the week of Sept. 25-30.

The week consisted of various spirit days, where students and faculty were encouraged to dress in costumes that represented

the theme of the day.

The spirit days for homecoming week included Ocean Day, Time Travel Day, Character Day, Class Color Day and School Spirit Day. Other activities included powder-puff football, a faculty versus

student volleyball game, a spirit assembly and a homecoming dance on Saturday night. Students also held a canned food drive throughout the week to help local charities.

458-6900, ext. 252 or email him at jspano@stlaurence.com.

the iconic women of the East in both history and present day.

Musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring their instruments to the “Persian and Turkish Musical Theory” workshop being held from 5 to 6 p.m. Oct. 19 in the John and Angeline Oremus Theater inside the Fine and Performing Arts Center. With a focus on Persian and Turkish music theory and rhythms, participants will learn to apply these motifs to their own instruments.

A one-hour workshop on “Sufism and Music” will be presented at 6 p.m. Oct. 20 in the John and Angeline Oremus Theater. The workshop will cover Sufi poetry, as well as “Sema,” the musical and ecstatic aspect of Sufism and will include a Whirling Dervish (Sufi dancer), who will discuss the practice and aim of whirling.

The final event is Niyaz’ “The Fourth Light Project” performance on Oct. 21 in the Dorothy Menker Theater, in the Fin and Performing Arts Center. Tickets for the performance are $30 and $25 for seniors. Students are free.

The main inspiration for this electroacoustic production is from the work of Rabia al-Basri, the first female Sufi mystic and poet born in the eighth century in what is now Iraq. The group’s musical and personal heritage lies in the mysticism and allure of the East, but Niyaz was formed in California, bridging the East and West.

The multimedia show combines live music and sacred dance performances with interactive technologies and advanced projection/ body-mapping techniques that respond to sound and movement in real time.

This series is part of the Mosaics: Muslim Voices in America project, which focuses on highlighting the artistic and cultural diversity of Muslim artists living and working in the United States. This project is made possible in part by a grant from the Association of Performing Arts, Professionals’ Building

(Answers on page 3)

SCHOOL NOTES St. Laurence High School to host open house St. Laurence High School, 5556 W. 77th St., Burbank, invites prospective families to its annual open houses from 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, Oct. 8 and Sunday, Nov. 19.

Now a coed school, St. Laurence welcomes families of both male and female students to attend the open houses.

Open houses are an opportunity for families to learn about everything St. Laurence has to offer, including the school’s nationally recognized STEM curriculum, leadership opportunities, athletics program, extracurricular offerings and more.

Attendees will be able to tour the school meeting St. Laurence’s students, faculty and current families while receiving answers to any questions about the school.

Among recent notable achievements, St. Laurence became the first school in Illinois to receive AdvancED’s STEM certification in early 2017, recognizing the school for training students as innovative, creative and systematic problem solvers across disciplines.

St. Laurence was also voted the “Best Private School” by readers of the Daily Southtown for the third consecutive year.

In athletics, St. Laurence is coming off of back-to-back Chicago Catholic League Championships and IHSA State Semifinal appearances in football and a third place finish in state in baseball.

To go with the STEM education and championship-level athletics, St. Laurence receives 100 percent participation in extracurricular activities from its students.

Students also receive added value through career explorer programs in medicine, entrepreneurship and computer engineering, a free 10week ACT prep course and dual enrollment opportunities.

To pre-register for open house or to find more admissions information, call Joe Spano at (708)

MVCC to highlight MuslimAmerican culture Moraine Valley Community College, 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills, will host a series of free workshops and presentations Wednesday, Oct. 18 to Friday, Oct. 20 that focus on insights into Persian and Turkish music, feminism in the East, Sufi practices and philosophy and more.

Capping off the events will be the Saturday, Oct. 21 performance by the electroacoustic group Niyaz, featuring songs from its album, “The Fourth Light Project.”

The first panel, “Bringing Mystical Sufi Music to Modern Audiences,” will be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 18 in the Library, Building L. Organizers and artists participating in the “The Fourth Light Project” show will discuss the religious ideas and history that inspired the piece, and how music and dance can provide audiences with insight into the esoteric spirituality of Sufi Islam. Panelists include Niyaz’ Azam Ali, Loga Ramin Torkian, Gabriel Ethier, Dr. Amani Wazwaz, communications professor at Moraine Valley Hana Asfar, student trustee and Tommy Hensel, managing director of the Fine and Performing Arts Center.

To view the simulcast online, visit https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/ register/4418176755392862211.

A one-hour workshop about feminism in the East will take place at 6 p.m. Oct. 18 in Building G, Room G110A. Speakers Azam Ali and Niyaz will discuss gender inequality and how the growing feminist movement in the East relates to the global feminist movement. Both will delve into how the role of women in society is mostly depicted through the lens of Western norms, creating the perception women in the East are weak and oppressed victims.

They will shine light on some of

Bridges: Arts Culture and Identity, a component of the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art. For more information, contact Hensel at mosaics@morainevalley. edu or call (708) 974-5492. To purchase tickets, call the box office at (708) 974-5500.

Chicago Christian to host open house Chicago Christian High School will host an open house at 1:45 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15 at the high school, 12001 S. Oak Park Ave., Palos Heights.

Chicago Christian High School is celebrating 100 years of providing Christ-centered learning to the Chicago metro area.

The open house will provide an opportunity to meet the faculty and coaches and attend a variety of sectionals covering topics such as academic programs, spiritual growth, the school’s STEM programs (fully certified Project Lead the Way STEM courses), tuition assistance, athletics and co-curricular programs.

Everyone is welcome and there is no need to register. For more information, contact Wilma Persenaire at (708) 388-7656.

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WHATIZIT? The clue for this week’s Whatizit photo (above) is: Along 95th.

Send your responses with your name and hometown by noon Monday to thereporter@comcast.net.

We had two readers who answered last week’s correctly. The right answer is the Veterans Memorial of Oak Lawn, which is located near 94th and Raymond Avenue next door to the Oak Lawn Library and along with Village Green.

Oak Lawn resident Bob Foley was one of the readers who answered correctly. He added that he personally knows some of the veterans whose names are on the memorial. Oak Lawn Steve Rosenbaum also knew that this was the Veterans Memorial of Oak Lawn.

Rosenbaum added that the memorial was dedicated on Sept. 14, 1996 and lists the names of Oak Lawn residents who died serving the U.S.

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Orland Park History Museum presents cemetery tour, talk The Village of Orland Park History Museum invites the community to its second cemetery tour Wednesday, Oct. 11 and a Halloween-themed presentation Saturday, Oct. 28.

The museum will present a cemetery tour from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 11 at Orland Park Memorial Cemetery, 153rd Street and West Avenue. The tour is open to those ages 18 and older and all participants are urged to dress for the weather.

The cost is $9 for residents and $14 for non-residents. Museum members receive a discount. Flashlights will be given to all guests.

Sarah Konzen, village museum curator, shared that the tour will include visiting the headstones of Orland Park’s first mayor John

Humphrey as well as highlight other significant residents of Orland Park dating all the way back to the 1800s. Konzen will be giving the informational tour and she says the tour will not have any scary elements.

Children 12 and older are invited to attend the interactive “Legendary Halloween Tales of Washington Irving from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 at the history museum, 14415 Beacon Ave. The speaker will be Terry Lynch of Orland Park from Histories for Kids, Inc. He will discuss the life of Washington Irving, the author of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.”

Guests will be treated to an interactive show, with Lynch dressing the part of the 19th century American

author.

Lynch’s Washington Irving presentation will transport students back in time to learn about the life of the author and his three short stories, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” “Rip Van Winkle” and “The Devil and Tom Walker.” Lynch started Histories for Kids over 15 years ago. He travels the country giving historical presentations for all ages.

The event is free but guests are encouraged to register by Wednesday, Oct. 25.

Registration for both museum events is open and available in person at the Recreation Administration Office, 14600 S. Ravinia Ave., the Sportsplex, 11351 W. 159th St. For more information, call the history museum at (708) 873-1622.

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Left: Orland Park resident and owner of Histories for Kids, Inc., Terry Lynch, will present an interactive presentation on the legendary Halloween tales of 19th century author, Washington Irving on Oct. 28 at the Village of Orland Park History Museum. Right: All are welcome to attend an evening cemetery tour of Orland Park Memorial Cemetery from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11 from. Sarah Konzen, Village of Orland Park History Museum curator, will lead the tour, which includes brief histories of notable people buried in the Orland Park cemetery.

COMMUNITY NOTES Hold open house at Palos Fire Protection Dist.

An open house will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at Station 1 of the Palos Fire Protection District, 8815 W. 123rd St. in Palos Park.

Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the district’s equipment, job duties and life around the fire house. Demonstrations of a live fire and a live vehicle extrication will be offered. Firefighting apparatus will be on-site to see, to sit in and take pictures with.

Commission to mark Veterans Day The Village of Orland Park Veterans Commission has two important dates for the community to remember: Friday, Oct. 6 and Friday, Nov. 10.

The last day to add a veteran’s name to the village’s memorial in time for this year’s Veterans Day observances is Oct. 6. Veterans may be living or deceased and do not have to live in Orland Park. The $250 cost to add a vet’s name covers the cost of engraving and memorial maintenance.

The commission will observe Veterans Day on Nov. 10 with an Illinois National Guard helicopter landing at the John Humphrey

Sports Complex, 14825 S. West Ave. The static air display, namely the helicopter on the ground, will begin with the 9:30 a.m. landing.

A Mobile Army Surgical Hospital type tent and vintage military vehicles will be positioned along the “field number four” foul line beyond the fence at the Sports Complex. The helicopter will be open to the public from 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. The best area to view the landing will be from the rise on the west side of the Humphrey Complex West Avenue parking lot and right field of field number one.

The village’s annual Veterans Day ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial outside of Village Hall, 14700 S. Ravinia Ave. It is during the ceremony that the newly added veterans’ names are announced.

Orland Park’s ceremony includes honoring and recognizing the French government and its people to thank them for their support in hosting the Paris Peace Accord and helping to end the Vietnam War. French Deputy Consul General Frederic Chloe will be the village’s guest, with the ceremony including both the national anthems for the United States and France.

For more information, call (708) 403-6115.

CLUB ACTIVITIES Genealogists to meet Tinley Moraine Genealogists will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12 in the Tinley Park Public Library, 7851 W. Timber Drive, Tinley Park.

After the business meeting at 6:45 p.m., Pam Wozniak Taylor will present a program on state libraries and archives genealogical resources at 7 p.m. Taylor will explain how she uncovered ways to use the state archives and libraries to find information she needed.

Taylor is the Genealogy Club facilitator at the New Lenox Public Library where she works part time. She also assists with the genealogy programs at the Oak Lawn Public Library. She graduated from Governors State University where she also worked in the library teaching genealogy workshops. She has been conducting her own genealogy research for almost 23 years.

Tinley Moraine Genealogists’ members live in more than 20 different communities, ranging north to Brookfield and La Grange, west

to Naperville, south to Mokena and Frankfort and east to Indiana.

Widowed club to host meeting The Southwest Suburban Widow/Widowers Social Club will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6 at Zion Lutheran Church, 17100 S. 69th Ave., Tinley Park.

Beverages and snacks are served at the monthly meetings. There will be entertainment provided on most months. The club offers support to widowed of all faiths and ages.

Club members know what the newly widowed are experiencing in dealing with the death of a spouse because they’ve all been there.

Some of the group’s activities include, monthly general meetings, monthly games, discussion, interaction meetings, newcomers’ “get acquainted” meetings, organized restaurant outings, dances, trips, theater events and more.

For more information, call Danell Chmura at (630) 728-9368 or Bill Dolehide at (708) 342-6820.

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It was a stunning Saturday

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Marist’s volleyball team was cheering all day Saturday after winning the ASICS Challenge. From left, Savannah Thompson, Grace Green, Camryn Hannah and Molly Murrihy let out a whoop during the title game vs. Joliet Catholic Academy.

File photo by Jeff Vorva

Sandburg’s Dylan Jacobs turned in the best time in the nation, according to MileSplit US, when he ran 13 minutes, 57.50 seconds in Peoria on Saturday.

Sandburg’s Jacobs tops nation with run in Peoria

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

The Illinois High School Association state cross country meets are still a month away at Detweiler Park in Peoria. But Sandburg High School senior Dylan Jacobs tried out the course again on Saturday at the Peoria Invitational, and he turned in the best 3-mile time in the nation.

Jacobs’ run of 13 minutes, 57.50 seconds vaulted him to No. 1 in the country according to the MileSplit US website. Only two runners in the country have broken the 14-minute barrier this season, according to the website.

Jacobs, who finished third in the state Class 3A meet last year with a 14:10 at Detweiler, also earned the fifth-best time in Illinois history with the speedy run.

“I love it,” he told MileSplit after the race. “My goal was a sub-14. I saw the clock at the end and said, ‘I’ve got to kick

it in.’ You couldn’t ask for better conditions or better competition.’’

It is just the third time a Sandburg runner has broken the 14-minute barrier. Lukas Verzbicas ran a 13:54 in 2010 and Tom Graves ran a 13:56.6 in 1977.

Jacobs finished well ahead of runnerup Tommy Brady of Maine South, who clocked a 14:31.00 on Saturday.

For Sandburg, Nico Calderon took 30th, Sam Rodriguez 34th, Xander Furmanek 38th and Robbie Sieczkowski 48th.

The state meet is Nov. 4 and there is no way of knowing if weather or track conditions will be better or worse in Peoria.

Some cross country fans have been looking forward to this race for a year. Last year’s 3A second-place finisher, Danny Kilrea of Lyons Township, and fourth-place finisher Charlie Kern of York, are expected to join Jacobs in a battle again this year. Some cross-country experts said that last year’s race was one of the fastest in state history.

Marist wins ESCC, er, ASICS

By Jeff Vorva

“This says a lot about our conference. That doesn’t even include a team like Benet and other big-time teams who are not in this tournament.

The ASICS Challenge brings in 24 girls “The fact that we play each other throughout volleyball teams from across the country. the season gives us the type of preparation But this year, it could have been renamed for these kind of matches that maybe some the ESCC Challenge. of the other conferences don’t.’’

Three members of the East Suburban CathoSavannah Thompson, who made the alllic Conference gobbled up spots in the final tournament team, had 15 kills and 18 digs four of the tournament along with Assumption against Marian while Maggie Meyer had 19 of Kentucky, which was ranked first in the MORE VOLLEBYALL: kills, Grace Green came up with 18 digs and nation in a Sept. 20 poll by USA Today and Randy Whalen takes a Molly Murrihy had 42 assists and four blocks. second in its Sept. 27 poll.

Katie Canavan put on a serving show with look at the RichardsWhen the smoke cleared, it was fourthwell-timed aces in the final set.

Shepard volleyball battle: Page 4 seeded Marist that won its first ASICS The championship showdown was set up title after an 18-25, 25-13, 26-24 victory by an even more impressive accomplishment over ESCC rival Joliet Catholic Academy when the RedHawks stunned Assumption, 25Saturday at Mother McAuley High School. The Red- 16, 25-20 in the semifinals. Assumption won the ASICS Hawks, who improved to 23-1 with the victory, were tournament 13 times. down 24-20 in the final set and came back to score Marist is the third team from Illinois to claim the title. six straight against the 10th-seeded Angels for the title. McAuley won it five times including last year and CaryThe RedHawks also trailed 11-4 at one point in that Grove won it in 2010. deciding set.

McAuley finished fifth after being upset by Joliet CathoThe two powers were scheduled to face each other lic, 25-18, 25-22 in the quarterfinals. Charley Niego was again Tuesday night in Joliet. named to the all-tournament team.

Top-seeded Assumption beat the ESCC’s Marian Catholic Sandburg, which was seeded 21st, claimed a pool vic25-21, 25-21 in the third-place game. tory over 12th-seeded Downers Grove North and finished “You probably wouldn’t expect the conference having as the silver consolation champion — 13th. three teams in the final four ahead of time with all the Teams were represented from Illinois, Kentucky, Iowa, teams that are here,” Marist coach Jordan Vidovic said. Wisconsin, Utah, California and Florida.

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RICHARDS 34, EISENHOWER 3

Williams blooms in Flowers’ absence

By Phil Arvia Correspondent

It didn’t matter to senior inside linebacker Curtis Hale that Eisenhower was 5-0 overall and his Richards team was just 3-2 when the Bulldogs traveled to Blue Island on Friday.

Both teams were unbeaten in the South Suburban Red. Besides, he said, “To tell you the truth, the conference always runs through us.”

Except nobody was running through the Bulldogs in a 34-3 win that saw Richards do the trampling — even without junior leading rusher Derek Flowers. With Flowers sitting with what Richards Athletic Director Ken Styler said was for a code of conduct violation, sophomore running back Leshon Williams had the game of his young life, running for 208 yards and three touchdowns on 23 carries.

Meanwhile, Eisenhower’s Tim Baity, who entered the evening as one of the top rushers in the South Suburbs with 835 yards and 12 touchdowns on 78 car-

PLAYOFF PICTURE In order to make the postseason in football, teams must win six of their nine games or win five and go to a tiebreaker (most opponents wins) to round out the playoff field. Here is where area teams stand after six weeks:

IN: Marist (6-0) IN GOOD SHAPE: Shepard (5-1), Richards (4-2), St. Laurence (4-2) HAS WORK TO DO: Stagg (4-2 with a rough schedule ahead), Chicago Christian (3-3), Oak Lawn (3-3), Sandburg (2-4), Evergreen Park (2-4) OUT: Brother Rice (1-5)

ries, was limited to 84 yards on 17 tries.

On the Cardinals’ first possession, Hale stopped Baity for no gain on third-andone and fourth-and-one, setting the tone for the evening.

“Our coaches had a great plan,” Hale said. “Basically, my job was to run at the guards and fill the gaps. We knew (Baity) was a good back and we were

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Whether he was nearly upside down (left photo) or running upright (right photo), Richards sophomore Leshon Williams did damage against Eisenhower on Friday.

going to have to step it up.”

The Bulldogs (4-2, 3-0) stepped up on both sides of the ball, limiting Eisenhower (5-1, 2-1) to 191 yards of total offense while rolling up 420 yards of their own — 341 on the ground.

“We said all week, ‘It’s just another game,’” Richards coach Tony Sheehan said. “They were 5-0 … but we were battle-tested. We’ve played a tough schedule, and it prepared us for this.

“We knew schematically they had some things we could exploit. We thought we could pound the ball at ’em.”

Flowers, who has 611 yards and nine touchdowns on the season, helped Williams all week despite knowing he wouldn’t play.

“Derek motivated me,” Williams said.

“He told me to treat it like a regular game, don’t let the hype get to me. — even though, with them being 5-0, this was

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Williams had a 14-yard carry for Richards’ first score. A 28-yard field goal from Luis Torres made it 7-3 late in the first quarter, where the score remained until quarterback Sebastian Castro (9 carries, 79 yards) had a four-yard touchdown run early in the third quarter, set up by a 55-yard Williams burst.

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FIRE PLAYOFF BERTH TEMPERED BY INJURY

Dutch star deLeeuw could be out rest of season

By Alison Moran Correspondent

This was the week long-suffering Chicago Fire fans have waited for.

On Sept. 27, the Fire clinched its first playoff berth since 2012, trouncing the San Jose Earthquake 4-1 at Avaya Stadium, even without the help of injured stars Bastian Schweinsteiger and David Accam.

Three days later, it was Fan Appreciation Night and an announced sellout crowd of 20,195 patrons gathered Saturday at Toyota Park on a cool evening.

The sellout was the sixth of the season, just one away from the most in club history in 2007.

Yet, in the tradition of long-suffering teams, the path to a 1-1 draw against New York City FC was paved with rocks.

The playoffs may get a lot rockier if the loss of a certain Dutch star proves to last longer than the end of the regular season. Michael deLeeuw, a key presence in the Fire lineup, left the game in the 27th minute after a knee-to-knee collision with New York’s Yangel Herrera.

“Michael’s injury doesn’t look good,” Fire coach said Veljko Paunovic after the match. “All the locker room is feeling that. It’s not good, obviously we have to do an MRI and see the diagnosis of the injury but it doesn’t look good. Everyone is a little bit concerned.”

The draw keeps the Fire (15-10-7, 52 points) in fourth place in the Eastern Conference, with two matches remaining. The Fire is one point behind Atlanta United FC (15-8-8, 53) for third, and four behind New York City FC (16-8-8, 56 points) for second. The Columbus Crew is fifth (15-12-5, 50).

Toronto FC (19-5-8, 65) clinched the MLS Shield for the best record in the regular season.

The MLS takes time off from competition for the International break. The

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MLS EASTERN CONFERENCE PICTURE 10 of the 11 Eastern Conference teams have either clinched a playoff berth in the Major League Soccer playoff or are still alive.

Teams are awarded three points for a win and one for a tie. The top six teams qualify.

Here are the 10 still alive:

Team Q — Toronto FC Q — NYC FC Q — Atlanta United Q — Chicago Fire Q — Columbus NY Red Bulls Montreal New England Philadelphia Orlando City

Points 65 56 53 52 50 43 39 39 39 39

MR 2 2 3 2 2 3 2 2 2 2

Q – Qualified for playoffs MR - Matches remaining Photo by Jeff Vorva

Fire return to action for its final regular season home game at 4 p.m. on Oct. 15 against the Philadelphia Union and close out the regular season at Houston Oct. 22.

Six teams from each division make the playoffs and the top two teams receive byes. The third- and fourth-seeded teams host first-round contests.

“We were not happy obviously with the point,” Paunovic said. “But we have to move forward. We have two weeks to prepare for the match against Philadelphia. We have two more games now and we will first recover and look to winning all six points. That’s easy to say but not easy to do, but we’re a confident team especially with this momentum that we’re building for the next two games and then the playoffs.”

The Fire struck gold in the 20th minute against New York when midfielder Matt Polster pressed New York City midfielder Maxi Moralez all the way to the 6-yard

The Fire’s Michael deLeeuw, shown flying high after being tripped in a game against the New York Red Bulls on Sept. 9, could be out for the rest of the season after a knee-to-knee collision against New York City FC on Saturday.

box. Moralez lost control, allowing the Fire’s MLS Golden Boot contender Nemanja Nikolic to put the ball past former Chicago Fire goalkeeper Sean Johnson.

Nikolic set the record for most goals in a season against San Jose and added his 21st on Saturday.

Reigning MLS MVP David Villa scored in the 43rd minute to knot the game up.

Accam returned from his leg injury after deLeeuw leff the game. Schweinsteiger came in as a substitute in the 70th minute after missing four games with a calf injury and picked up a standing ovation.

“My last game was three weeks ago against Montreal and I was not training so much in between because I still had

the injury with the calf,” he said. “I can’t say exactly where I am but not 100 percent. For that, I need more training sessions and that’s why it’s good to have two weeks where I can really go for it and train very intense, and to get ready for the last two matches and also the playoffs.”

The international break won’t be much of a break for two Chicago Fire players. The day after the match, midfielders Arturo Alvarez (El Salvador) and Dax McCarty (USA) were called in by their respective national teams. Alvarez has been selected by El Salvador Men’s National Team head coach Eduardo Lara for the international friendly against Canada at BBVA Compass Stadium in Houston, Texas on Sunday.

PORTLAND 3, RED STARS 1

Red Stars ready for Courage in NWSL playoffs

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

This is actually en-courage-ing.

While it appeared to be bad news that the Chicago Red Stars lost a 3-1 contest at Portland on Saturday to finish the regular season in fourth place in the

National Women’s Soccer League, this could be a good thing.

The top four teams make the playoffs and fourth-seeded Chicago will visit the top-seeded North Carolina Courage at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, North Carolina. The Red Stars own a 3-0-0

mark against the Courage this year, having won 3-1 on the road on May 21 and 3-2 at Toyota Park on May 27 and 2-1 at home on Sept. 3.

Had the Red Stars finished third, they would have faced Portland again and the Stars went 0-3-0 against the Thorns.

Portland and Orlando City square off

Saturday in the other semifinal game.

The league championship is Oct. 14 in Orlando.

The Red Stars finished the regular season with an 11-7-6 mark after the loss to the Thorns. Sofia Huerta scored her sixth goal of the season in the 72nd minute.

NO. 13 ST. XAVIER UNIVERSITY 24, TAYLOR UNIVERSITY 20

Cougars take a stand early en route to victory

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

St. Xavier University’s football team gave up a lot of yards (456) and points (48) in a 25-point loss to the No. 1 NAIA team in the nation, St. Francis (Ind.), on Sept. 23.

The defense wasn’t interested in a repeat performance during the Cougars’ homecoming game on Saturday. But Taylor University’s first drive went from its 34 to the Cougars’ 3 and had four chances to punch it in.

Four plays later, the defense was hooting and hollering and celebrating a successful goal-line stand. That set the tone for a 24-20 victory in a Mid-States Football Association game in front of an announced crowd of 2,000 at Deaton Field in Chicago.

Trevon Anderson, Omar Salazar, Tionte McDaniel, Rudy Antuna and Josh Wallick were the key defensive stars in that drive for the Cougars, who were ranked 13th in the nation in the NAIA coaches’ poll.

When Taylor scored with 12 minutes, four seconds left in the game to close the gap to 24-20, the Cougars defense stiffened up again as Taylor (2-2) managed just 11 yards in nine plays in its final two drives as the Cougars improved to 4-1. In all, the defense gave up 228 yards in 71 plays to Taylor.

On offense, Mike Ivlow scored a pair of first-half touchdowns and ran for 62 yards. Mark Strbjak added the third TD for the Cougars.

Quarterback Justin Hunniford, who has alternated starts with Alex Martinez, made his third start of the campaign and threw for 206 yards and ran for 30 more.

The Cougars take this weekend off from competition and will open the MSFA season Midwest League season hosting Trinity International at 1 p.m.

Oct. 14. Trinity also has this week off. It opened the season with a 58-21 victory over Wisconsin Lutheran but dropped four straight including a 33-19 setback to Taylor.

he Orland Park Tallgrass Pheasants/Quail Forever organization has done a fine job of introducing folks to the art of shotgun shooting. Now it wants to do the same for archery.

The group is inviting individuals between the ages of 10-18 to an archery shoot at 11 a.m. Nov. 5 at BowDoc Archery, 18801 Wolf Rd. in OUTDOORS Mokena.

WITH Jeff Sanchez, JIM KIRBY who was awarded the USA Archery National Development Coach of the Year for 2015 will head up the event.

There is no cost for the first 12 people who respond.

Lunch and refreshments will be provided. All equipment will be provided by BowDoc. No personal equipment will be allowed at this event. Please RSVP to Payton Bragg, paytonbragg88@gmail.com Illinois youth leadership council by October 28. For more information go to PFTallgrass@gmail.com.

Pheasants Forever, including its quail conservation division, Quail Forever, is the nation’s largest non-profit organization dedicated to upland habitat conservation. Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever has more than 145,000 members and 700 local chapters across the United States and Canada. Chapters are empowered to determine how 100 percent of their locally raised conservation funds are spent; the only national conservation organization that operates through this truly grassroots structure. Since its creation in 1982, Pheasants Forever has spent $708 million on 517,000 habitat projects benefiting 15.8 million acres nationwide.

Also coming soon, is Tallgrass Pheasants/Quail dinner. There will be raffles, dinner, refreshments, guns and other outdoor related items. Details will be announced soon.

Palos Park to host fishing derby The Village of Palos Park and the Forest Preserves of Cook County are offering you and your family a fun day of fishing from 8:30-10:30 a.m. on Oct. 14 at Horsetail Lake.

Rods and reels will be available to borrow on a first come, first served basis. Check-in is at 8 a.m. There will be prizes for first and second place in four age groups and they will be awarded at 11:30 a.m. This a free event for all ages. Horsetail Lake is located at McCarthy Rd. (123rd St) and 104th Ave. For more information, call 708-671-3760 or visit www. palospark.org.

Fall trout season coming

Photo by Jeff Vorva

St. Xavier’s Omar Salazar (left) brings down Taylor’s Spencer Crisp for a four-yard loss on a fourth-and-goal play from the Cougars 1 in the first quarter on Saturday.

FOCUS ON AREA COLLEGE SPORTS

Four MVCC golfers earn all-conference honors

By Jeff Vorva

During the individual competition on Saturday, freshman Ryan Koesema (a former Minooka High School standout) led the way, with an average score of 163.4 over five games and a high of 219 in his second game.

Monica Colon (Lockport) averaged 162.6 to lead the women, with a high score of 198 in game three.

On Sunday, both teams played 16 Baker games, in which a five-bowler team alternates frames. The women posted an average of 158.7, while the men finished with 167.0, as the Cougars placed 10th and 14th, respectively.

Saint Xavier’s teams are back in action when they compete at the 47th Midwest Collegiate Tournament, hosted at the AMF Bolero in Wauwatosa, Wisc. On Saturday and Sunday.

Sports Editor

Moraine Valley Community College’s men’s golf team took third in the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference tournament on Sept. 25 and placed four players on the all-conference team: Jimmy Goich, Nick Regan, Mike Stanton and Reid Rimsnider.

“Golf is a crazy game. Even though Moraine Valley did not win conference, four of our five golfers finished in the top 10 for scoring average this season and earned a medal for being All-Conference,” coach Mike Lovelace said. “Earning this honor is a great achievement and accomplishment that they all should be very proud of.”

Women’s soccer: After a 5-2 victory over rival Waubonsee Community College, the Cyclones improved to 10-0.

The Cyclones scored three goals in the first 10 minutes. Brooke Janeczek (Lockport Township) scored twice with one more by Claire Collevy (Marist). Waubonsee scored two goals down the left side to cut the deficit to 3-2 by halftime.

Karen Montoya (Eisenhower) was fouled in the box in the second half, allowing Patricia Rzadkosz (Reavis) to put away the penalty kick. Janeczek completed her hat trick moments later with a great finish from a Rzadkosz assist.

Men’s soccer: Despite a scoreless first half with Truman College, the Cyclones earned their second straight and fifth overall shutout with a 4-0 win Sept. 29.

Eduardo Manzo, Ismet Sulamc, Krystian Sroka, and Michael Kaczmarczyk each scored. Manzo and Sulamc

From shotguns to bows and arrows

Trinity Christian College Supplied photo

Moraine Valley’s Brooke Janeczek scored a hat trick in Thursday’s win over Waubonsee.

also added assists. In the net, Abel Cavada-Bautista made six saves.

St. Xavier University

Bowling: In the first official competition in program history, Saint Xavier’s bowling teams put on solid performances, finishing 14th out of 20 programs in the men’s tournament, and ninth of 13 programs on the women’s side at the Boilermaker Classic in Lafayette, Ind.

Cross country: Trinity’s Megan DeWeerd and April Van Ryn finished second and third respectively in the Midwest Intercollegiate Championships in Bourbonnais.

The pair finished seconds apart with DeWeerd clocking an 18 minutes, 32.3 seconds and Van Ryn finishing at 18:36.8 in the 5K race.

With times under 21 minutes and in the top 50 were the team’s No. 3 and 4 runners. Nicole Syverson came in 31st overall at 20:04.0 and Hope Fathman was 42nd at 20:32.7.

All of the runners on the men’s team posted faster times than their previous 8K race this season. The team was led by freshman Caleb DeWeerd with a time of 26:38.3. He finished in 41st place of the 244 runners on the course. His time is good enough to rank him in the top 10 best times in Trinity’s records book.

On Oct. 21, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources will open 54 ponds, lakes and streams statewide to trout fishing. What better way to enjoy the fall fishing than to wet a line and catch some delicious rainbow trout? The trout run about 12 inches in length (best eating size). These trout are easy to catch, easy to clean, (no scaling or filleting) and are very tasty when pan-fried, preferably in bacon grease. The meat easily peels away from the bones and skin.

No fancy fishing tackle is required to catch these fish, just a simple fishing pole or rod and reel with light fishing line, small sinker, hook and bobber tipped with worms, night crawlers or grubs that can be purchased at your local bait shops that can advise you on the ways to go about catching these trout and the rules and regulations.

To legally fish for these trout you must have a valid Illinois fishing license and an inland trout stamp.

Anglers age 16 and under, the blind or disabled or Illinois residents on active military duty are exempt. As of this writing, The Forest Preserves of Cook County will be open to this fall trout fishing at Green Lake and Sag Quarry East. The daily limit is five fish. For more details call IDNR – 217-782-6424 or the Cook County Forest Preserve at 800-870-3666.

Outdoor calendar

Oct. 7-9: Youth firearm season Oct. 15: Bullfrog and snapping turtle seasons close.

Oct. 17: Leftover firearm and muzzleloader deer permits available over-the-counter.

Oct. 21-Dec. 4: Woodcock season opens.

Oct. 21-29: Fall shotgun turkey season.

Oct. 21: Fall catchable trout season opens 5 a.m. This also happens to be Sweetest Day. Remember her with a box of candy or flowers, a great way to pile up brownie points with your sweetie.

Think about it “Don’t squat when you’re wearing spurs.” — Will Rogers circa 1935 Jim Kirby’s column runs every first and third Thursday of the month.

E-mail him at kirbyoutdoors@sbcglobal.net.

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WEEKLY FOOTBALL FORECAST

Another great week for the boys! At 53-7, it was their best week since… the previous week, when they went 51-9. Maholy had a perfect 10-0 mark and Vorva is kicking himself for picking Taylor to beat St. Xavier in Saturday’s college game. Vorva blames Taylor for playing like Opie Taylor in the first half but he only has himself to blame. The way these gents are picking, it’s hard to make fun of them. Because SXU is taking the week off and a couple of games feature two area teams battling it out, there are only eight games for Week 7:

Last week: Overall: Brother Rice vs. St. Joseph (at Elmhurst College) Chicago Christian at Elmwood Park Evergreen Park at Richards Nazareth at Marist Reavis at Oak Lawn Sandburg at Stagg Shepard at Hillcrest Marmion at St. Laurence

JEFF VORVA 9-1 51-10 Brother Rice Elmwood Park Richards Marist Reavis Stagg Hillcrest St. Laurence

JASON MAHOLY 10-0 46-15 Brother Rice Elmwood Park Richards Marist Reavis Stagg Shepard St. Laurence

WALLY FINDYSZ 9-1 47-14 Brother Rice Elmwood Park Richards Marist Reavis Sandburg Hillcrest St. Laurence

BOB RAKOW 8-2 44-17 Brother Rice Elmwood Park Richards Marist Reavis Stagg Shepard Marmion

JOE BOYLE 8-2 45-16 Brother Rice Chicago Christian Richards Marist Reavis Stagg Shepard St. Laurence

RANDY WHALEN 9-1 52-9 Brother Rice Chicago Christian Richards Nazareth Reavis Sandburg Shepard St. Laurence

WEEK 6 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ROUNDUP

Brother Rice’s playoff hopes are steamrolled

By Jason Maholy Correspondent

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Jonathan Griffin was a force on offense and defense for Chicago Christian on Friday night.

Chicago Christian’s Desmond Rodgers celebrates his interception in Friday’s loss to Ridgewood.

RIDGEWOOD 32, CHICAGO CHRISTIAN 28

Heartbreaking homecoming Knights are victims of Ridgewood’s fourth-quarter comeback

By John Romando Correspondent

Before Friday’s homecoming game against defending Metro Suburban Red champion Ridgewood started, there was a sense of excitement in the air for Chicago Christian players and fans.

But when the game was over, things were somber on the Knights’ side of the stadium.

Chicago Christian dropped a 32-28 decision to Ridgewood as the visitors’ Jason Kenny caught what turned out to be a gamewinning touchdown pass with 9:46 left in the game.

The Knights (3-3 overall, 1-1 in the conference) are still in the hunt for a playoff bid and are at Elmwood Park Friday and host Aurora Central Catholic Oct. 13 and Guerin on Oct. 20. It’s likely they will have to win

out to gain a playoff spot. It doesn’t appear they will have enough playoff points (opponents’ wins) to get in with five victories.

Coach Nick Cook watched his team lead throughout much of the game.

“We had some scenarios that we put ourselves into where we had to respond and compete, and we did and I’m very proud of that,” he said. “On the flip side, too many mistakes in the second half made us claw and strain more than we should have.”

The most crucial mistake of the game for Chicago Christian would come with 11 minutes left in the game, when the Knights muffed a kickoff, giving the ball back to Ridgewood.

The next drive would see Ridgewood score to take a 32-28 lead.

“We kept coaching them on the sideline, however we wanted to keep them accountable,’’ Cook said. “We have a saying, ‘win

the next one’, but in those same scenarios, we have to keep those guys accountable.

Some of those plays had to be made.”

Despite the tough loss, a bright spot in the game was the play of running back/defensive back Jonathan Griffin. Griffin weaved through defenders left and right on offense, while also playing strong cover defense. He would finish the game with 11 carries for 98 yards and a touchdown and added four catches for 40 yards, six tackles including one for a loss, and an interception.

Griffin said his success Friday came because “I grinded in practice.’’

Henry Light threw for 81 yards and a touchdown and had six tackles and an interception on defense. Matt McCarthy caught a touchdown pass on offense and had 11 tackles on defense. Desmond Rodgers had an interception for a touchdown.

AREA SPORTS REPORT

Farley halfway through SWSC grand slam

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

Two down, two to go?

Sandburg sophomore Max Farley won his second straight SouthWest Suburban Conference meet Sept. 26 at Coyote Run in Flossmoor. Farley and Lockport’s John Wells each carded 72s and Farley won in a playoff.

Declan Smyth was a medalist and helped Evergreen Park to a South Suburban Conference title.

Chicago Christian won the Metro Suburban Red Meet at the Sanctuary in New Lenox on Sept. 27 with a 329 and the Knights’ Mark Schaaf took first with a 73.

In girls golf, Sandburg won the SWSC meet on Sept. 27 at Green Garden in Frankfort with a 336 and junior Hannah Kilbane won the meet with a 73.

The Illinois High School Association regionals began Tuesday for the boys and Wednesday for the girls. The sectionals are slated Saturday, Monday and Tuesday and the state meets are Oct. 13-14.

Soccer seeds The boys soccer postseason starts Friday

Richards

Continued from Page 1 The Cardinals weren’t really out of it until Richards scored twice in 47 seconds early in the fourth quarter. First, Williams had a four-yard touchdown run to cap a 10-play, 97-yard drive. Then Hale forced a fumble on the ensuing kickoff, Samuel Alvarado recovered and, after Castro ran for 17 yards on first down, Williams cruised to pay dirt from 12 yards out on second down.

Orrion Prater’s 9-yard run with 1:34 to

with Class 1A regionals and Oct. 13-14 with Class 2A and 3A regionals opening up. Seeds were announced Friday.

St. Laurence has the best seed among area teams as it is second in a Class 2A sectional that does not have a host. Solorio Academy drew the top seed. At the Brooks, sectional, Brother Rice was seeded sixth in a sub-sectional while Evergreen Park was seeded seventh.

In Class 3A, Stagg is the fourth seed at the 19-team Reavis Sectional while Sandburg is fifth. Marist drew the 10th seed, Richards is seeded 13th, Shepard 16th and Oak Lawn 17th.

In Class 1A, Chicago Christian drew the fifth seed in a sub-sectional in the Iroquois West Sectional.

Brother Rice got off to what appeared to be a good start last Friday when junior defensive back Jayshon Means intercepted Mt. Carmel quarterback Alek Thomas’ first pass of the game and returned it to the Caravan 14-yard line.

That play would, however, be the beginning and end of things going well for Rice. The Crusaders failed to score on their ensuing possession, and they couldn’t keep the Caravan out of the end zone as Mt. Carmel handed Rice a 49-14 loss and officially ended the latter’s already slim playoff hopes.

Big plays killed the Crusaders (1-5), as Caravan ballcarriers scored on runs of 50, 67, 68 and 76 yards while rushing for 381 yards and seven touchdowns.

Thomas ran for 101 yards and three scores — including a 68yard jaunt — and added 104 yards while completing 7-of-11 passes.

Davion Poindexter led Rice with 11 rushes for 99 yards and a touchdown. Junior quarterback John Bean ran for 57 yards and a score.

Marist 56, St. Patrick 7

Mike Markett threw for 125 yards and two touchdowns, and ran for 114 and two more scores as the RedHawks thrashed the Shamrocks to remain undefeated and guaranteed themselves a playoff berth.

Marist (6-0) will be home Friday for a clash with fellow unbeaten Nazareth. The East Suburban Catholic rivals have split their past four meetings, with Marist winning 4214 last season in LaGrange Park.

Markett, a junior, completed 15-of-19 passes and tossed touchdowns to Jadon Thompson and T.J. Ivy. Marist head coach Ron Dawczak said Markett’s performance was the signal-caller’s best yet.

“His confidence is growing each week,”Dawczak said. “He threw the ball with great accuracy and ran hard when he carried the ball.”

Senior running back D.J. Harrell rushed for 155 yards and three touchdowns and returned a kickoff 0 yards for a score.

St. Laurence 55 Leo 0

Senior quarterback Devin Rembis threw for 150 yards and tossed four touchdown passes, and the Vikings defense earned its second straight shutout.

Rembis hooked up with wide receivers Christian Booker, Alex Saunders, Miles Scott and Matti Hamer on scoring plays.

Tori Clinton and Tyree Colbert

were combined for 268 yards on the ground. Clinton ran for 165 and a touchdown, while Colbert contributed 103 and found the end zone on runs of three, five and 34 yards.

Shepard 42 Oak Lawn 6

The Astros rushed for 253 yards and scored four touchdowns and improved to 5-1 for the first time this century.

Shepard is one victory away from earning an automatic playoff berth but will face a stiff challenge at Hillcrest in a South Suburban Conference crossover Friday. The Hawks are also 5-1, with their only loss a 14-7 overtime setback to highly rated Lemont.

Senior wide receiver Neiko Carter caught three passes for 116 yards and a touchdown, and ran for 35 yards and another score.

Senior running back Marcus Cokes led the ground attack with 86 yards and a touchdown, and Declan Quinlan and Marquel Porter also scored.

Junior linebacker Korey Burrell led a defense that allowed 174 yards and held Spartans’ standout running back Nick Puente in check.

Burrell intercepted a pass and was one of four Astros who recovered fumbles. Puente scored on a kickoff return for Oak Lawn’s lone tally.

Lincoln-Way Central 57 Stagg 14

The Knights scored 50 first-half points en route to defeating the Chargers in Palos Hills.

Kyle Neputy connected on a scoring pass to wide receiver Prentise Powell and Stagg senior running back Greg Hoard, who came into the contest with more than 800 yards rushing and 12 touchdowns, was held to 69 yards but did find the end zone for the Chargers’ second score of the game.

Stagg (4-2 overall) hosts Sandburg Friday. A victory over its District 230 rival can make the Chargers playoff ligible.

Lincoln-Way West 27 Sandburg 13

Senior quarterback Christian Shepherd scored on a one-yard run in the fourth quarter to draw the Eagles within seven points, but West returned the ensuing kickoff 83 yards for a touchdown.

Senior wide receiver Nick Shelton caught six passes for 127 yards, including a 47-yard touchdown. Junior running back Andrew Shaub rushed 27 times for 96 yards.

Reavis 30 Evergreen Park 13

The Mustangs fell to the Rams for their fourth straight loss. Evergreen Park has not beaten Reavis since 2013, when the Mustangs went undefeated during the regular season and finished 10-1.

SS Shooters looking for players The South Side Shooters have limited openings — preferably for guard spots — to fill their fourth-, fifth-, sixth- and eighth-grade rosters. Practices start in mid-October with games and tournaments in early November.

For more information or to schedule a tryout, File photo by Jeff Vorva call Bill Finn at 708-508-0170 or e-mail at Max Farley of Sandburg has won two conference championships and is just a sophomore. finn@morainevalley.edu. play capped the scoring. By that time, Williams was celebrating on the sidelines with his teammates.

“He and Derek have been leaning on each other all year — ever since we moved him to the varsity this summer,” Sheehan said.

“We told him tonight was going to be his coming-out party — and it was.”

A member of the freshman team a year ago and the Blue Island Untouchables before that, Williams said he’d never eclipsed 200 yards in a single game before.

“This might have been the best game I’ve ever had in my football career,” he said. “I

believe in myself, and I put in the work to do it.”

As have the Bulldogs. Their 4-2 start included losses to Lemont and Phillips. Their 26 opponent wins heading into Eisenhower’s homecoming was the most in the conference and seven more than the Cardinals’ league-low 19.

Evergreen Park, Argo and Oak Lawn remain on the Bulldogs’ schedule. A seventh conference title in Sheehan’s 10 seasons is well within reach.

“This is why we schedule the way we do,” Sheehan said. “We can only get better from here.”

Photo by Jason Maholy

Stagg’s Mike Warfield looks for running room against Lincoln-Way Central.

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Volleyball, volleyball and more volleyball What the hex is going on with Marist?

I

hear Marist has a pretty good girls volleyball team.

I don’t see it.

Literally… I have not seen it.

I generally don’t believe in hexes or jinxes or any of that stuff.

But this whole Marist-can’t-play-verygood-volleyball-when-Vorva-is-in-thegym is something that has me scratching my head.

I have seen this team — and many other Marist sports teams — come up with terrific victories in past years, so I safely say I am JEFF VORVA can no jinx to the proMaking the gram. I have seen a Extra Point lot more Marist wins than Marist losses.

But so far, I am missing the best of Marist girls volleyball in 2017.

It’s a small sample size, but here’s what I have: • Marist won 23 of its first 24 matches and I was in the gym when the RedHawks lost their lone match in that span on the road to Mother McAuley. OK, that happens. McAuley is a defending national champion and has a seven-game winning streak over Marist, so I’m not taking responsibility for that.

• On Saturday at the ASICS Tournament at McAuley, I shot a few photos of the RedHawks in the quarterfinals against Downers Grove North. The RedHawks started the match off awfully, getting down 5-1. I got a few shots and moved on, but they were losing when I left.

They ended up beating North 25-15, 2523 after I left. What the hex? I mean, what the heck?

• While I was shooting the St. Xavier/ Taylor University football game later on, the RedHawks shocked top-seeded Assumption of Kentucky, 25-16, 25-20. Assumption, ranked first and then second in the nation in the previous two USA Today polls, looked like adults against kids in some of the earlier matches and appeared to be on another level than the 23 other squads in this talent-packed tournament.

Yet, there was Marist knocking this powerhouse out in two sets.

• So, it’s back to the McAuley gym for me — and my camera — for the title battle against Joliet Catholic Academy.

Now, I had a prior engagement that I had to attend (yes, sports editors do have a life outside out sports, believe it or not) and I only had time to shoot the first set.

Well, this RedHawks team that just took down one of the best teams in the country was playing subpar volleyball and dropped a 25-18 set to its East Suburban Catholic Conference rivals.

At that point, the teams switched benches and I told a couple of my sportswriting peers: “Enjoy the Marist comeback when I leave.’’

Well, a couple of my sportswriting peers — and a bunch of RedHawks fans — enjoyed the Marist comeback

Venice (Florida) players get in some drills outside on the Mother McAuley campus during the ASICS Challenge on Saturday morning.

Mother McAuley’s Charley Niego looks like she is ready to take flight during a back-row play.

Marist setter Molly Murrihy was pretty busy setting up her hitters and she added some big blocking in the third set of a championship victory over Joliet Catholic Academy in the ASICS Challenge on Saturday.

Marist players get a little TV time in the ASICS Challenge on Saturday.

after I left.

Marist won the second game 25-13.

Then, the RedHawks got out of a couple of big holes in the third set and won in dramatic fashion, 26-24.

It appears the RedHawks can do any-

thing — as long as I’m not around to see it.

I jokingly should have Marist fans and parents take up a collection during the postseason just to keep me away. Then I could donate the cash for hurricane

Photos by Jeff Vorva victims.

Anyway, I think the RedHawks will be fine. If they can handle the high-flying jumping oak trees from Assumption, they An Assumption player applies ice to her head should be able to handle an out-of-shape after her top-seeded squad finished third in the ASICS Challenge at Mother McAuley. sports editor.

Richards and Shepard plan on hanging with big dogs in playoffs

By Randy Whalen Correspondent

The Bulldogs believe they can play with the big dogs.

The Richards girls volleyball team is among the many south suburban teams that are in the Class 4A Andrew Sectional, which begins later this month.

So is its South Suburban Conference opponent from last week, Shepard.

While defending Class 3A state champion Marian Catholic, along with perennial powers Marist, Lincoln-Way East and Sandburg are also there, the Bulldogs and Shepard certainly showed last week why they won’t be an easy out when it comes to crunch time. The seeds are scheduled to come out today, Thursday.

Richards used the heavy hitting of senior Julia Elsouso and Abbi Fletcher to come away with a key 25-22, 25-21 victory in a first-place South Suburban Red showdown on Sept. 26 in Oak Lawn.

Elsouso, who transferred from Lockport Township before the season, and Fletcher — who sat out the first set after missing a practice — each had six kills as Bulldogs (16-1, 7-0) won their 11th straight match. Senior outside hitter Sarah Kiwan had a match-high nine kills to pace Shepard (17-9, 8-1).

“It’s amazing here and I love it,” Elsouso said of playing for Richards. “In the short time I’ve been here the girls have took me in and brought out my personality. With me on the right side

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Shepard freshman Leah Bylut and her team are hoping there will be plenty of yelling and cheering going on come regional time later in the month.

and Abbi on the outside, we bring a lot of versatility to the court.”

Richards coach Troy Grevengoed believes that too.

“Julia loves it here,” he said. “She’s been a great fit and her personality is a big part of our success. Abbi missed a practice and we hold people accountable. But Lainey Gillespie stepped up (in place of Fletcher) and held her own.”

With Fletcher on the bench in the opening set, Elsouso put down four kills.

There were four led changes and 11 ties in the first set. The last tie was at 21-21, when Shepard junior outside hitter Katie Alex floated an ace. But

Gillespie, a junior outside hitter, boomed a kill and the Bulldogs were in front for good. An Elsouso kill made it 2421. Kiwan creamed a kill as the Astros saved a set point. But then they served into the net to end the set.

After four early ties in the second set, Richards pulled away with a 9-2 burst to take a 13-6 lead. But the Astros later used a 9-3 stretch of their own to close within 19-18. After a long serve, junior outside hitter Megan Rohe (5 kills) rammed a kill to close Shepard within 20-19. But it could not catch up. After a return into the net, Elsouso had a kill and Fletcher found two for a 24-19 lead.

The Astros saved two match points, but

Richards libero Lindsey Dryier, high-fiving Bulldogs assistant coach Kirstin Cucio, and her teammates will be in a tough sectional and hope they can handle some of the top-ranked teams.

another kill by Fletcher ended it.

“I had to do it for my team and show that I’m here for them,” Fletcher said of the second set. “I wanted to come out strong, so I had to come out for the team in that second game.”

Juniors Sarah Murczek (5 kills, 6 digs) and Lauren Birmingham (3 kills) got in on the hitting attack for Richards.

Sophomore Aleksa Curta contributed 24 assists and junior Lindsey Dryier dug up 11 digs. For Shepard, the freshmen duo of Autumn Molenhouse (17 assists) and Leah Bylut (15 digs) also contributed.

“I thought some of our younger players stepped up in key moments and other

times we showed our age,” Shepard coach Brian Zofkie said. “We had a tough season last year, but we have a lot of great young players. We’ve surprised some people and we will be ready come playoff time in a tough sectional.”

So will Richards.

“We don’t have that top 5 (victory) in a strength of schedule,” Grevengoed said. “But we’ve beat good teams like Providence and Lincoln-Way Central.

The Bulldogs will certainly be there to challenge.

“I definitely think we can (play with the top teams),” Elsouso said. “We put up a great fight and I definitely believe we can hang in there.”

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Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PENNYMAC CORP. Plaintiff, -v.PATRICK M. SHINE, ROBIN SHINE, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC Defendants 16 CH 015873 12735 S. 84TH AVENUE PALOS PARK, IL 60464 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 16, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 17, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12735 S. 84TH AVENUE, PALOS PARK, IL 60464 Property Index No. 23-35-200-042-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

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 or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-15206.

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. 14-16-15206 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 015873 TJSC#: 37-8307 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.

I3061879

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP. Plaintiff, -v.DONALD A. TIETZ, PAMELA D. TIETZ, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., MALLARD LANDINGS HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION Defendants 15 CH 013551 16810 HIGHBUSH ROAD ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 27, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 30, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 16810 HIGHBUSH ROAD, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-29-211-007, Property Index No. (27-29-201-010 underlying).

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

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 or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-14568.

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. 14-15-14568 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 013551 TJSC#: 37-8122 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.

I3061150

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.FRANK PENSA, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF FRANK PENSA, IF ANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 10 CH 31488 22 NORTH WOODLAND TRAIL PALOS PARK, IL 60464 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 16, 2011, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 1, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 22 NORTH WOODLAND TRAIL, PALOS PARK, IL 60464 Property Index No.23-26-206-029-0000.

The real estate is improved with a brown brick one story single family home with a two car detached garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

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: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 856.

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.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 856 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 10 CH 31488 TJSC#: 37-8637 I3063109

FIRST MIDWEST BANK, AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER WITH STANDARD BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, AN ILLINOIS BANKING CORPORATION Plaintiff,

-v.- ESTATE OF GEORGIA STAM, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF GEORGIA STAM, CINDY ANN STAM, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS THE INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF GEORGIA STAM, DECEASED, VILLAGE OF BRIDGEVIEW, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, AND UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants

14 CH 3435 7816 WEST SUBURBAN LANE Bridgeview, IL 60455 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 14, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 16, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7816 WEST SUBURBAN LANE, Bridgeview, IL 60455 Property Index No. 18-24-301-040.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $150,281.00.

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

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 Plaintiff’s attorney: Kenneth A. Fedinets, ARNSTEIN & LEHR LLP, 161 N. CLARK ST, SUITE 4200, CHICAGO, IL 60601, (312) 876-7100 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.

Kenneth S. Strauss Kenneth A. Fedinets ARNSTEIN & LEHR LLP 161 N. CLARK ST, SUITE 4200 CHICAGO, IL 60601 (312) 876-7100 E-Mail: kafedinets@arnstein.com Attorney Code. 25188 Case Number: 14 CH 3435 TJSC#: 37-7445

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40 ft. x 60 ft. pole barn CALL 815-450-0004 Houses For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NA, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA, NA, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO LASALLE BANK NA, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE WASHINGTON MUTUAL MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, WMALT SERIES 2007-OA5 Plaintiff, -v.MARY P. MILLER, GE MONEY BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO MONOGRAM CREDIT CARD BANK OF GEORGIA, PALISADES COLLECTION, LLC, CITY OF CHICAGO, MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICES, INC. D/B/A MANORCARE OF SOUTH HOLLAND, THE RIVIERA IN PALOS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION Defendants 09 CH 48013 26 COUR MADELEINE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 26, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 2, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 26 COUR MADELEINE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465Property Index No. 2323-101-021-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $358,371.66.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

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 Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 Please refer to file number 47873.

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

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.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 47873 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 09 CH 48013 TJSC#: 37-4044 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION HOMEBRIDGE FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. Plaintiff, -v.DANIEL VELAZQUEZ, JESSICA E. VELAZQUEZ, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING BY AND THROUGH THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Defendants 17 CH 04985 8840 S. 84TH COURT HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 16, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 17, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8840 S. 84TH COURT, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-02-114-003-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $137,421.26.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

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.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

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

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 Please refer to file number 2120-13437.

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

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.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2120-13437 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 17 CH 04985 TJSC#: 37-7537 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF TIMOTHY J SCHMITT, IF ANY, THOMAS QUINN, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR TIMOTHY J SCHMITT, VAL SCHMITT, KARLI SCHMITT Defendants 16 CH 13259 8819 WEST 93RD STREET HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 12, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 30, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8819 WEST 93RD STREET, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-03-403-026-0000.

The real estate is improved with a tan brick, one story single family home, attached one car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

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: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 258294.

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.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 258294 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 16 CH 13259 TJSC#: 37-8404 I3062639

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.DAVID MANNING, JUDY MANNING, FIFTH THIRD BANK F/K/A FIFTH THIRD BANK (WESTERN MICHIGAN) Defendants 17 CH 4356 14901 AVENIDA DEL ESTE STREET Orland Park, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 21, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 7, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 14901 AVENIDA DEL ESTE STREET, Orland Park, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-09-406-023-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $126,183.42.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

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 The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 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 17-082696.

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.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 17-082696 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 17 CH 4356 TJSC#: 37-6818 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS Actors invited to audition for ‘Family Fruitcake’

The Village of Orland Park Theatre Troupe is inviting actors to audition for its holiday show “The Family Fruitcake” from 7 to 10 p.m. Monday, Oct. 9 and Tuesday, Oct. 10 at the Orland Park Cultural Center, 14760 S. Park Lane.

All actors age 8 and older are invited to audition and should bring a piece of prepared music to sing at least 16 measures. They should be prepared to read from the script. Once cast, the members must pay a $35 registration fee.

For more information, call the

Recreation Department at (708) 403-7275.

McCord Gallery to host artist from Orland Park

McCord Gallery and Cultural Center, 9602 W. Creek Road, Palos Park, will present “Between Layers: Recent Paintings

by Michael Van Zeyl” which will run from Friday, Oct. 20 through Friday, Nov. 17.

An artist reception will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3 at the gallery. For details, call (708) 671-0648.

A native of Orland Park, Van Zeyl now resides in Chicago.

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He was a 2015 inductee into the District 230 Foundation’s Legacy Hall, which honors graduates of Sandburg, Stagg and Andrew high schools who exemplify living up to one’s potential in an ever-changing world.

The works on display will represent a series of portraits that combine realistic figures with fantastic floating botanicals. Best known for techniques that emphasize lighting, lending a luminous quality to skin tones and added depth to textures, Van Zeyl’s paintings have been selected for international exhibitions, including the International ARC (Art Renewal Center) Salon Exhibition

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Better an orphan than a night with ‘Mother!’ ent plot!” Yep, that’s how crazy “Mother!” is.

This is the story. Oh, first of all, nobody has a name. Bardem (Him) is a writer, Lawrence — filmed in not-so-glorious intense close-ups — is his pregnant wife, Mother. People — the abovementioned Pfeiffer (Woman) and Harris (Man) — keep arriving uninvited, along with Bardem’s fans. The house itself seems to be a living entity. Nothing that happens, not a word that is spoken, makes the slightest bit of sense, although it is fraught with meaning — religious, cultural, sexual, you name it. Or, try to name it!

I am going out on a limb, maybe, to suggest that director Aronofsky didn’t want anything to make sense, was attempting to provoke us — certainly he has in the past — and that maybe we shouldn’t take it seriously at all. It has been advertised looking like a horror film, which it is not, although it does contain one of the most horrible sequences Continued on page 8

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Benedict Cumberbatch on his BBC drama and idea of female Sherlock

By Stewart Clarke

Benedict Cumberbatch is ready for his closeup — as a producer as well as actor. His production company, SunnyMarch, is gearing up for the debut of its first drama, “The Child in Time,” which airs on the BBC this coming Sunday.

Cumberbatch has the central part in, and produces, the TV movie, an adaptation of the novel by Ian McEwan about the disappearance of a 5-year-old girl and the impact it has on her parents.

Playing Stephen, a successful children’s author and the missing girl’s father, was a deliberate shift away from the title role in “Sherlock” that made him a global celebrity. “It’s a part that’s a million miles away from a lot of stuff I’ve done, especially the more famous one of telly,” Cumberbatch said.

“That’s an appeal for me, to always be shaking things up a bit as far as expectations are concerned.”

Cumberbatch said producing added to the challenge of the project, which bows on flagship channel BBC One and will be shown later on PBS’ “Masterpiece” in the

Moraine Valley Community College continues its 50th anniversary celebration with entertainment from the 1960s at the Fine and Performing Arts Center (FPAC), 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills.

The “Broadway Songbook of 1967” will be performed at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15 in the John

mances of “Hair—the American Tribal Love-Rock Musical” from Nov. 3-12.

Directed by Dr. Craig Rosen, theater professor at Moraine Valley, the show takes the audience back to New York in 1967 where a group of hippies explores sex, love and rock ‘n roll while fighting for civil rights and the end of the war in Vietnam. Performances will be held on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., and on Sunday at 3 p.m. in the Dorothy Menker Theater. Tickets are $15, $12 for seniors and students.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit morainevalley. edu/fpac or call (708) 974-5500.

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Jennifer Lawrence in the film, “Mother!”

“PLEASE, tell them to leave!”

If Jennifer Lawrence says that once, she says it a dozen times to Javier Bardem in Darren Aronofsky’s new film, “Mother!” Lawrence is referring to the strangers (including Michelle Pfeiffer and Ed Harris) who keep arriving at their monumentally monstrous house, doing all sorts of awful things.

But as far as I am concerned, somewhere along the line, sometime during filming, Lawrence got wise to the mess she was in and improvised that exclamation as a warning to audiences — “Leave!

Get out while you can! You have 90 more minutes to save yourselves!

Go to the Olive Garden!”

The incomprehensible, allegorical mess that is “Mother!” is significant in that students of film will now look back at past Aronofsky entries such as “Requiem for a Dream” and “Black Swan” and note soberly: “See, that’s when he was making movies with a coher-

Retro music, theater coming to MVCC

and Angeline Oremus Theater.

Vocalist Tommy Hensel and pianist Carolyn Brady-Riley will be joined by a cast of musical theater artists performing highlights from “Cabaret,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Sweet Charity,” “Funny Girl,” “Hello, Dolly!,” “Mame,” “Man of LaMancha” and more.

The show is part of the Sunday Salon Series, which is in its fifth year of cabaret-style performances.

Table-seating tickets are $25, $20 for seniors and students.

Theater seat tickets are $20, $15 for seniors and students.

Academic Theater also will pay tribute to the 1960s with perfor-

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at MEAM in Barcelona, Spain, and the Salmagundi Club in New York City. He is also a recipient of the Dorothy Driehaus Mellin Fellowship for Midwestern Artists.

U.S. “It’s different when you’ve got a producer’s hat on because you’re there at the inception of the idea — in this case when an already finished script was delivered and talked about and worked on — and also thinking who would be right to direct it [Julian Farino]. I’ve never been at that stage before, so it’s intriguing.”

The actor said seeing his own performance in its early form was not part of the process he enjoyed.

“It’s horrible, and if you’re front and center it’s really hard. I’m excited about the moment where I’m not in something — I can look at that with much more distance,” Cumberbatch said, adding that he is a harsh critic of his own work.

“Trust me, the Internet is full of hate, but there’s nothing compared to the self-critic in your head for brutality. I’ve said it all before they have.”

The harrowing nature of the source material in “The Child in Time” presented another challenge for Cumberbatch, himself a father of two. “You have to take care of Continued on page 8

Food lovers talk a lot about “secret menus” at their favorite restaurants (usually fast-food places) that clue people in on all sorts of special variations they order — only if they know about them. But even at fine restaurants, like my original Spago in Beverly Hills, there are secret items that anyone with the inside knowledge can ask for. One of the biggest secrets is the fact that, whether it happens to be on the day’s menu or not, you can get a Wiener schnitzel, the thin, crisply breaded and deepfried veal cutlet that’s a specialty of Austria’s capital, Vienna (or Wien in my native language).

I find it interesting, though, when people refer to the dish simply as a schnitzel, because that word is too broad to refer to the Viennese favorite alone. When translated, schnitzel means “little slice.”

And in meaning it’s no different from the most common English equivalent: “cutlet.” Like cutlets, schnitzels can be made from a wide variety of meats beyond veal, including pork, chicken and turkey; in fact, growing up, my mother and grandmother usually made them for us with pork, far less expensive than veal.

The variety doesn’t end there, either. There are also so many different styles of schnitzel recipes across Austria and Germany.

Depending on the restaurant and the region, you might find dishes like zigeuner (gypsy-style) schnitzel sauteed with tomatoes, peppers,

and onions; Munchner (Munichstyle) schnitzel lightly spread with horseradish or mustard underneath its breadcrumb coating; Jager (hunter-style) schnitzel, smaller slices sauteed and served with a woodland mushroom sauce; and so many more.

One of my favorite schnitzels, however, is a Holsteiner version.

It was first created in a Berlin restaurant in the late 19th century for an important customer, German statesman Friedrich von Holstein.

It appears he liked rich, piquant flavors, for his schnitzel was first lightly floured and then sauteed in both butter and oil; then, the pan drippings were transformed into a sauce with chicken stock, concentrated veal stock (for which I substitute a little barbecue sauce), lemon juice and capers; and finally served topped with a fried egg and garnish of anchovy fillets (which you can certainly omit if you aren’t a fan).

I know this may all seem unusual at first. But think about it and you might suddenly realize that your mouth begins to water. Mine does. It’s a delicious combination of flavors. It’s also much easier to make than a Wiener schnitzel, requiring no deep frying. I haven’t yet added it to any secret menus in my restaurants. But you never know...

HOLSTEINER SCHNITZEL WITH FRIED EGG Serves 4 • 4 boneless slices veal or

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pork cut from the leg or loin, each 6 to 7 ounces (185 to 215 g) 1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose flour Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper About 3/4 cup (185 mL) vegetable oil 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter 4 large eggs 2 cups (500 mL) goodquality low-sodium storebought chicken stock or broth 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 1/2 tablespoons goodquality bottled barbecue sauce 2 tablespoons drained capers 1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped fresh Italian parsley 16 anchovy fillets, patted dry with paper towels, optional

First, pound and flatten the meat: Place a veal or pork slice in a large, heavy-duty resealable plastic bag.

Close the bag loosely. With the flat side of a meat mallet, gently pound the meat to a thin, even cutlet about 1/8-inch (3-mm) thick.

Repeat with the remaining meat.

Spread the flour on a large plate.

Working with one cutlet at a time, season on both sides with salt and pepper. Dredge both sides of each cutlet in flour, coating completely and then tapping off excess flour.

Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 300 F (150 C). Place a rack on a large rimmed baking sheet.

Heat a large skillet over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons oil and 1/2 tablespoon butter. With tongs, add a cutlet. Cook until the bottom is golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn and cook the other side. Transfer to the baking sheet and keep warm in the oven. Cook the remaining 3 cutlets the same way, using a little more oil and butter as needed.

When you’ve finished cooking the meat, fry the eggs. Heat the remaining oil and all but 4 tablespoons of the remaining butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, swirling to blend. Sprinkle in some salt and pepper. When the butter foams, break each egg one at a time into a bowl and then slide it into the pan, spacing them apart. Cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still soft, 2 to 3 minutes, basting the tops of the eggs with the hot butter and oil as they cook.

Meanwhile, pour off and discard the fat from the skillet in which you cooked the cutlets. Return the skillet to the stove over mediumhigh heat and add the chicken stock, lemon juice and barbecue sauce, whisking to deglaze the pan deposits. Whisk in the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter. Add the capers and season to taste with pepper. Swirl in the parsley. Remove the skillet from the heat.

To serve, transfer the cutlets to individual serving plates. Top each with a fried egg, including some butter from the pan. Spoon the pan sauce and capers over and around each serving. Arrange the anchovies on top. Serve immediately.

VIDEOVIEW BY JAY BOBBIN NOTICE: Ratings for each film begin with a ‘star’ rating — one star meaning ‘poor,’ four meaning ‘excellent’ — followed by the Motion Picture Association of America rating, and then by a family-viewing guide, the key for which appears below.

STARTING THIS WEEK:

“PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES”: The escapades of Captain Jack Sparrow — still played, expectedly, by Johnny Depp — aren’t over yet, as demonstrated by this latest entry in the Disneyproduced adventure franchise. This time, he’s among the targets of an old enemy (Javier Bardem) who marshals a gang of ghost pirates.

Jack’s only hope of survival is to find the Trident of Poseidon, an object that will let its holder completely control the seas. As usual, the special-effects team has a field day here ... and several other familiar faces are back to varying degrees, with Geoffrey Rush prominent in the cast again.

And you might want to keep an eye out for a certain Beatle. *** (PG-13: AS, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “HOUSE OF CARDS: THE COMPLETE FIFTH SEASON”: From the start, this Netflix signature series has suggested that politics might be stranger then fiction ... and while it has to contend with the real thing now, it still has another original and involving chapter to weave about ever-devious President Francis Underwood (Kevin Spacey). He tries to manipulate what would be his re-election, but surprises

lie in wait, not the least of which pivotally involves his wife Claire (Robin Wright). This round of the saga also harks back to one of the most shocking turns from early in the show’s run, suggesting that a person’s past is never entirely in the past. Michael Kelly, Patricia Clarkson, Neve Campbell, Joel Kinnaman, Gerald McRaney, Jayne Atkinson, Colm Feore and Reed Birney also continue as cast

members, with Campbell Scott a noteworthy addition. *** (Not rated: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray) “THE BOOK OF HENRY”: After the literally monster hit “Jurassic World,” director Colin Trevorrow went for decidedly more modest storytelling with this drama about the efforts by a woman (Naomi Watts) and her surviving son (“Room’s” Jacob Tremblay, who also worked with Watts in “Shut

In”) try to carry out her late child Henry’s (Jaeden Lieberher) plan to help a young neighbor (Maddie Ziegler). The girl has been abused by her police-commissioner stepfather (Dean Norris), and Watts’ grieving character decides to follow Henry’s instructions on how to solve the situation — potentially lethally. Sarah Silverman, Lee Pace (“Halt and Catch Fire”) and “SatContinued on page 8

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yourself in a way. It’s a very dark place to go to. When you’re literally breaking down for a whole day, it’s a very strange space to occupy, but that’s what the drama demands, and it’s a very human experience he goes through.”

Studiocanal bought into SunnyMarch last year and is distributing “The Child in Time,” a 90-minute program. Cumberbatch said he wants his production company to work across TV, cinema, and live events, and to promote diversity.

“There’s a lot of other things we want to include at SunnyMarch, which we have got on our slate and fulfill the promise of diversity and giving a bolder place for women both behind and in front of the camera,” he said. “What I’m doing in the immediate future doesn’t reflect that because we’re trying to get it off the ground and do things that are a little more expected in their timber, and with me involved.”

Cumberbatch also leaped to the defense of Jodie Whittaker, who has been cast as the first female Doctor in BBC sci-fi series “Doctor Who.” “It’s an alien. Why can’t it be a woman, why can’t it be any gender? It doesn’t matter to me,” he said. “I don’t speak as someone who has the right as a fan to have an incredibly strong

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Put several irons into the fire. There’s no reason to limit your progress when you are capable of handling multiple tasks this week. Your creative ideas may come to the forefront but you may need someone else’s aid to make it work.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Stick with what works. Don’t waste time worrying over areas and aspects that you find difficult when you can excel by simply doing what you do well. Be aware you will be the center of attention in the week ahead.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Speak from the heart. If you just say what you feel and don’t try to over think an issue, you’ll have no problem making a good impression in the week to come. Devote extra time to a hobby to provide a much-needed escape.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You can’t have it both ways. This week both business and family may demand your attention and you’ll need to decide which has the greater priority. A close friend could be counted on to come through for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t get emotionally involved. Someone’s irrational behavior may have you ready to lose your cool this week, but if you can keep your temper in check the solution should become clear. Maintain an objective view of everything.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A good chess player anticipates his next move. Make decisions carefully in the week ahead, keeping in mind future events could have an impact on whatever choice you make. Create a pleasant environment.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Build it to last. As this week unfolds, when you make a commitment to something your word should be as good as gold. Avoid just telling someone what they want to hear as no one will benefit in the long run.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Conventional wisdom may not apply. You may not get to the bottom of a problem unless you come up with a creative solution. Put good ideas to work this week, as they’ll do little good stuck in your head.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Share your thoughts. You may find satisfaction by expressing yourself through creative or artistic outlets this week. Others may gain insight into what makes you tick when you engage them in deep, meaningful discussions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Put your own spin on it. While someone else’s methods may not

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Benedict Cumberbatch during filming of the Graham Norton Show at the London Studios on Nov. 27, 2015.

opinion. I just speak as someone who wants to see Jodie Whittaker’s performance as the doctor. I think she’s an extraordinary actress and wer’e lucky, culturally, to have got her to agree to do it, let alone any debate ensuing about whether it’s right or wrong.”

Asked whether there could be a female Sherlock, he added: “Why not? I don’t care. ‘Sherlockina’ is coming to you soon!”

LIZ SMITH I’ve ever seen in a film.

I will admit that as irritated as I was by the movie, I wanted to see it out — perhaps there would be something at the conclusion to hold onto, a possibly logical denouement. That I did not find.

Although as I left the theater, I heard somebody say, “Well, at least the end made sense.” I resisted the impulse to call in a hit on this person.

However, I know beyond a shadow of a doubt that there will be a select, intelligent cadre of reviewers and audience members who will love it, or be fascinated and/or predict that in time it will be appreciated for what it really is. (As to the latter, I can only hope I live long enough to have “Mother!” explained to me.)

The acting honors, such as they are, fall to Pfeiffer and Harris.

Bardem does his sinister/charming thing. Miss Lawrence needs a sabbatical.

Despite my unsophisticated reaction to “Mother!” I cannot in good conscience make a blanket “save your money” statement. This will be a film for certain people — people I know and respect — to ponder and chew over and decide its genius, or at least, daring, ambitious filmmaking. To those I say welcome to the darkness, and when you emerge, explain it to me.

I WENT to see “Mother!” on Sunday afternoon. That night I watched (on and off) the Emmy Awards. Oddly, I found the blindingly over-lit, high-definition orgy of self-congratulation more horrifying in some ways than Aronofsky’s movie.

I could not stand the Trump jokes. Doesn’t anyone yet realize the more he’s mentioned and mocked, the more he wins? A show biz night without one reference to him could have ended his presidency on Sunday — a complete emotional breakdown. Or ended the world; he might have attacked North Korea to get some attention.

I have yet to see “The Handmaid’s Tale” (don’t have Hulu), but I am sure it and star Elisabeth Moss are worthy winners.

I couldn’t have been happier about Nicole Kidman, John Lithgow, Riz Ahmed, Alexander Skarsgard, Laura Dern, John Oliver and Donald Glover and Sterling K. Brown. (Glover and Sterling’s shows, “This is Us” and “Atlanta” respectively, I am not overly familiar with — but I loved their speeches.)

As for Julia Louis-Dreyfus, enough. Six in a row? Really? I am as impressed as anybody by her talent, her wit, her eerily unchanging physical appearance, but it is past time for her to do a Candice Bergen and take herself out of the nominating process. She has a total of eight acting Emmys! Pamela Adlon, Tracee Ellis-Ross and Ellie Kemper where were my hopes were. (Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and Allison Janney are awardsheavy ladies, as well.) I also admit I had my fingers crossed for “Westworld’s” Thandie Newton in another category. To me, she is the heart and soul of that so far (to me) disappointing series. She is a brilliant actress.

Either I’ve seen too many awards shows — this is entirely possible — or the new culture, social media, apps and streaming, etc. — seems to have drained all life and excitement from them. Wait! That’s misty nostalgia talking. Most awards ceremonies are bereft of life and excitement, even back in the day.

Except — there was one real thrill. Miss Jane Fonda in vibrant pink and tossing an unapologetic ponytail that screamed 1967! It was wonderful to see Fonda, Dolly Parton and Lily Tomlin, the classic “Nine to Five” trio, reunited onstage.

But, Jane, Jane! You are still “Barbarella Psychedella” to me!

E-mail Liz Smith at MES3838@ aol.com.

work for you, there may be certain aspects of their ideas that you can put to good use. Don’t be too quick to make a final judgment this week.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Give a loved one a long leash. Give someone near and

urday Night Live” alum Bobby Moynihan also star. *** (PG-13: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand)

COMING SOON:

“BABY DRIVER” (Oct. 10): A getaway driver (Ansel Elgort) can’t get out of the grasp of the crime kingpin (Kevin Spacey) who employs him. (R: AS, P, V) “THE BEGUILED” (Oct. 10): In director Sofia Coppola’s take on the drama, a Civil War soldier (Colin Farrell) finds tense refuge at a girls’ school; Nicole Kidman and Kirsten Dunst also star. (R: AS, V) “DEMONIC” (Oct. 10): One of the survivors of a multiple murder recalls the situation for a detective and a psychologist (Frank Grillo,

Maria Bello). (R: P, V) “FALLEN” (Oct. 10): A teen (Addison Timlin) finds herself enmeshed in a timeless love triangle at her new reform school. (PG-13: AS, P, V) “GIRLS TRIP” (Oct. 17): Several longtime friends reunite for a trip to New Orleans and get new revelations along the way; Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, Regina Hall and Tiffany Haddish star. (R: AS, N, P) “WESTWORLD: SEASON ONE” (Nov. 7): The HBO-series reimagining of the fantasy about a resort populated by lifelike robots stars Anthony Hopkins, Evan Rachel Wood and Thandie Newton.

(Not rated: AS, N, P, V) FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nudity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, particularly graphic violence.

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