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Crowds wave as the Batavia High School varsity volleyball team travels down Wilson Street for the school’s annual homecoming parade Wednesday evening.

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8LOCAL BRIEF Listeria prompts recall for Garden Fresh Foods Various brands of ready-to-eat salad products, dips and slaw at Garden Fresh Foods may be contaminated with Listeria, which has prompted a recall, according to a news release from the Kane County Health Department.

Listeria monocytogenes are organisms that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people and others with weakened immune systems.

While healthy people might suffer short-term symptoms, such as high fever, severed headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infections can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women, states the release.

The products that may be contaminated are sold in containers of varying sizes, from 6-ounce to 18-ounce packages. In addition to Illinois, the products were distributed in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Ohio, Indiana, Texas, Florida, Missouri, Massachusetts, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Arizona and California. Customers who have bought any of the suspect products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions can contact 800-645-3367 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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School bus crash in St. Charles

CORRECTIONS & CLARIFICATIONS Geneva girls volleyball player Kelsey Wicinski was misidentiied in a photo ID on page 1, as well as in a story on page 20, of the Sept. 25 edition of the Kane County Chronicle. The Chronicle regrets the errors.

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St. Charles firefighters clean up the scene of a crash between a car and a St. Charles School District 303 school bus Wednesday afternoon at Illinois Avenue and Fifth Avenue in St. Charles. There were no students on the bus, and no injuries were reported.

Church plans fall iconography workshop KANE COUNTY CHRONICLE AURORA – St. George Byzantine Catholic Church is hosting a Fall Iconography Workshop from Oct. 28 to Nov. 2 at the church located at 720 Rural St. in Aurora.

This is an introduction to the liturgical art of the

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The icon to be written is Reclining Christ Child.

Painting and presentations will be held each day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extra hours available if needed.

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the $300 registration fee. Interested participants do not have to be parishioners of St George.

Prompt registration is recommended as space is limited.

The registration deadline is Oct. 21. For information or to register, call 630-851-4002.

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ACADEMIC CONCERNS In some cases, a child labeled as a slow learner in school or as having ADHD may have a problem that stems more from poor vision than any learning disability or behavioral problem.

Children who have seen nothing but blurred words on the blackboard or on printed pages may think that they are seeing what other children are seeing, so they will not know enough to point out the problem to parents and teachers as their grades decline. Although many schools test children with the Snellen eye chart, this test leaves 70% to 80% of eye problems undetected. For a more comprehensive examination, children should be brought to an eye professional for a complete eye exam each year. P.S. Signs for parents to watch for that may indicate something is wrong with their children’s vision include squinting, avoidance of close work, short attention spans, complaints of headaches, and an inclination to turn their head to one side.

CONTACT US South Elgin resident Nanette Stephens, 52, was showing her photography at the Art in Your Eye show in Batavia when she answered nine questions for the Kane County Chronicle’s Brenda Schory.

Where did you grow up? Hampshire Pets? A German shorthair pointer named Stone and an English labrador retriever named Sam Who would play you in the movie of your life? Jennifer Aniston First job? Waitress at Union 76 truck stop when I was 17

As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? A dancer. I became a legal secretary before I did photography.

A movie you’d recommend? “Arsenic and Old Lace” Favorite charity? St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Favorite local restaurant? Francesca’s by the River in St. Charles What is an interesting factoid about yourself?

At a horse show, a horse worth $100,000 got loose and was running around, and I caught him. His name was George.

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Prairie Green Wetland to be site of bird walk WHAT: A bird walk will be at Prairie Green Wetland. Participants should park on Heartland Drive. The walk will focus on grassland sparrows.

WHEN: 8 a.m. Saturday WHERE: Prairie Green Wetland, west side of Peck Road, north of Keslinger Road and south of Route 38, Geneva INFO: Call Ann Haverstock at 630-232-9398.

‘Totally Terrific Turtles’ to be at Batavia Library WHAT: Families are invited to attend the “Totally Terrific Turtles” program at the Batavia Public Library. Deb Krohn, also known as “the Frog Lady,” will bring several live turtles for children and parents to meet and touch during the program.

WHEN: 10:30 a.m. Saturday WHERE: Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia

TODAY’S WEB POLL What is your favorite type of healthy food?

INFO: No registration is required. Doors to the Library Meeting Room open at 10:15 a.m.

Knights of Columbus to host Blue Mass WHAT: Knights of Columbus Cardinal Bellarmine Council 4849 will host a Blue Mass.

The Blue Mass honors the work of public safety personnel, including law enforcement officials, firefighters and those in emergency medical services. The term Blue Mass is a reference to the color of the uniforms worn by many in these professions and dates back to 1934. Particularly in the wake of Sept. 11, 2001, the Blue Mass is a way to recognize the sacrifice of police, firefighters and EMS personnel, and to remember those who have given their lives in service to their communities.

WHEN: 7 p.m. Thursday WHERE: Holy Angels Church, 120 S. Lancaster Ave., Aurora INFO: You can contact the Knights at 630897-1194 or email membership director Mark

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Learn what to plant at ‘Fall Bulbs for Spring Blooms’ WHAT: The event “Fall Bulbs for Spring Blooms” will be at Wasco Nursery. Sjors de Wit of the Netherland Bulb Company will discuss how, when and what to plant to provide a spring explosion of color.

WHEN: 11:30 to 1 p.m. Tuesday WHERE: Wasco Nursery, 41W781 Route 64, St. Charles COST: The cost of the program is $10, including a box lunch.

INFO: Call 630-5844424, email info@wasconursery.com or stop in at the garden center to register. Registration and payment is required by Sunday.

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YESTERDAY’S WEB POLL RESULTS What is the best solution to America’s obesity problem?

More exercise (35%) Reasonable food portions (26%) Less fast food (23%) Less TV watching (16%)

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Board poised to OK $375K in riverboat cash Funding would help Kane County Forest Preserve District increase operational budget

By JONATHAN BILYK jbilyk@shawmedia.com GENEVA – Kane County could sign off on a proposal to send $375,000 in riverboat money to the Kane County Forest Preserve District to help the district increase its operational budget over the next two years without asking property taxpayers for more.

Wednesday, the Kane County Board’s Finance and Budget Committee recommended the full board approve the special transfer.

The measure also was backed

by Kane County Board Chairman Chris Lauzen.

The request came to the County Board after the forest preserve district determined it would need $150,000 more in 2014 and perhaps $225,000 in 2015 to fully fund operations at its properties throughout Kane County.

Kane County Forest Preserve District President John Hoscheit, R-St. Charles, who also serves as chairman of the County Board’s Finance Committee, said the district

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LaFarge gets approval to expand mining operations

By ERIC SCHELKOPF eschelkopf@shawmedia.com NORTH AURORA – Village trustees have given LaFarge North America permission to expand its mining operations.

Trustees on Monday approved an agreement allowing LaFarge to start mining under the east portion of an adjacent ComEd property.

LaFarge is at 105 Conco St., along Route 25, in North Aurora.

In order to maintain an appropriate level of oversight regarding the mining operations, the village will subsequently annex the entire 21.2-acre ComEd property and enter into an annexation agreement with LaFarge North America and Commonwealth Edison, said Mike Toth, the village’s community

and economic development director.

Toth noted that mining operations on the LaFarge property date back at least 60 years.

Because of previous concerns regarding underground gas lines located underneath the north portion of the ComEd property, LaFarge has decided not to expand to the northern ComEd property, Toth said.

Chesterfield subdivision is located directly to the northeast of the ComEd property.

Village trustees approved the agreement with several conditions, including that underground blasting is allowed only between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., unless consent is first given by the village; that the mining not create excessive noise; and that mining operations be kept at least 1,000 feet from the closest Chesterfield home.

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has greatly increased its land holdings from 4,500 acres a few years ago to more than 20,000 acres.

He said the district needs to bump its operations budget by a little more than 1 percent to pay its workers and cover costs associated with the additional land holdings.

Hoscheit said the increase in the budget would have increased property tax bills in the county by about $1 a year per home if it were to be paid entirely from property taxes.

But Hoscheit noted that

some on the forest preserve district’s board of commissioners, which includes all Kane County Board members, questioned the need to increase the tax levy even by that much.

To appease those members, Hoscheit suggested the county grant the district the money from the county’s riverboat fund.

That money comes from yearly payments to Kane County from the Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin. The payments are based on the casi-

no’s annual earnings.

Hoscheit said the money would be used only as a “bridge” over the next two years, until bonds issued by the forest preserve district are paid off, giving taxpayers about $40 a year in relief and giving the district a little more financial flexibility.

“I think this is a reasonable compromise on this issue,” Hoscheit said.

The matter will proceed next to the Kane County Board’s Executive Committee on Wednesday.

D-101 board votes to enter online consortium agreement

By ERIC SCHELKOPF eschelkopf@shawmedia.com BATAVIA – Batavia School District 101 is joining with other districts in exploring how to expand online learning opportunities for students.

Batavia school board members Tuesday voted to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with Kaneland School District 302, Indian Prairie School District 204, Naperville Community Unit School District 203 and Wheaton-Warrenville Unit School District 200 as part of a online/blended learning consortium. Batavia was the first district to sign the agreement.

The topic of online learning came up this spring after Batavia and other school

districts in the area rejected a proposal by Virtual Learning Solutions to start an online charter school.

Batavia School District 101 had raised several concerns, including that the proposal did not contain goals or pupil performance standards to be achieved by the charter school and that the proposal failed to demonstrate that the terms were economically sound for the charter school and the district.

“The member districts began talking and looking at what our options were,” Brad Newkirk, the district’s chief academic officer, told school board members.

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The districts would work with the Evergreen Education Group on the project’s first phase, which includes developing a strategic plan and identifying key issues surrounding the formation of the consortium and working across district boundaries.

More school districts could potentially join the consortium later on, District 101 Superintendent Lisa Hichens said.

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Fox River Stages 0-50 Good; 51-100 Moderate; 101-150 Unhealthy for sensitive groups; 151-200 Unhealthy; 201-300 Very Unhealthy; 301-500 Hazardous Source: Illinois EPA

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Station Fld Prs Chg Station Fld Prs Chg Montgomery........... 13..... 11.13...... -0.01 Algonquin................. 3....... 1.49....... none New Munster, WI .... 19....... 6.03...... -0.06 Burlington, WI ........ 11....... 6.52..... +0.02 Princeton .............. 9.5....... 3.53...... -0.01 Dayton ................... 12....... 5.48..... +0.01 McHenry .................. 4....... 0.80..... +0.11 Waukesha ................ 6....... 2.83...... -0.04

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CLOSER LOOK FIGHTING CHILDHOOD OBESITY Children in the U.S. today face the possibility that they will live shorter lives than their parents.

Changes in American society, from increased portion sizes to foods with little nutritional value to technological devices of all kinds that discourage physical activity, have led to an estimated one-third of children and adolescents being considered overweight or obese.

September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, and the Kane County Chronicle is presenting a threeday series on childhood obesity and its effects on our children.

• Tuesday: The root causes of childhood obesity.

• Wednesday: A look at how obese children risk physical and mental health issues.

• Today: Health care and school officials, as well as parents, discuss how to get the whole family healthy.

ONLINE Visit KCChronicle. com to watch videos of registered dietitian Kate Olson preparing healthy meals.

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Richmond Intermediate School student Jake Kovar lifts weights during the school’s morning Precision Fitness program.

REVERSING AN EPIDEMIC Area organizations work to combat childhood obesity through programs With the song “Eye of the Tiger” blaring in the background, Richmond Intermediate School student Melanie Chavez said she felt invigorated after running across the school’s gym a few times.

“It helps me wake up before I have to start classes,” Chavez said.

For approximately 30 minutes three days a week, Richmond third-, fourthand fifth-graders run, jump rope and participate in other activities before school starts. The Precision Fitness program started in the spring of the 2011-12 school year.

“I want to give kids the opportunity to reach 60 minutes of physical activity a day,” Richmond physical education teacher Gustavo Silva said. “We are trying to provide the opportunities and let them figure out what they like. There’s no right or wrong way to be active.

I have to instill in them

By ERIC SCHELKOPF n eschelkopf@shawmedia.com that enjoyment of physical activity.”

Silva’s is a way of thinking shared by many working to improve the health of American children: de-emphasize weight loss and instead focus on the daily decisions that affect a child’s overall fitness. Replace the fried stuff with veggies.

Limit time spent in front of the TV. When possible, be in motion.

These are necessary steps, experts say, if the country is to reverse the troubling childhood obesity epidemic.

A child with excess body fat is considered overweight or obese. Doctors take several factors into consideration – including weight, age, height and gender – to determine whether a child fits one of those categories.

In 1980, U.S. children

ages 6 to 11 and 12 to 19 held obesity rates of 7 percent and 5 percent, respectively. By 2010, obesity rates in both age groups had increased to 18 percent, according to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Locally, Kane County’s 2011 Community Health Assessment indicates that 21.8 percent of children younger than 18 are considered obese.

Attempts to combat childhood obesity have varied and include everything from prevention programs to changing the familiar food group pyramid to the MyPlate icon, intended to remind people to eat healthy.

In August, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a sign of potential progress: A study that showed from 2008-2011 that there was a decrease

in the nationwide obesity rate for preschool children from low-income families.

Nineteen states/territories showed decreases, while 20 others – including Illinois – experienced no significant change. The rates rose in three states.

Beverly Henry, an associate professor of nutrition and dietetics at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, called that report encouraging but said making healthy choices needs to continue.

“It’s not time to stop,” she said.

Community effort needed Attention to, and action on, what kids are eating and how often they are moving needs to continue, Henry said. Parents can help younger children recognize when they are full so they can stop eating and encourage schoolage children to spend time moving.

RIGHT: Matthew Berry of Geneva stretches during a session of ProActive Kids.

ProActive Kids is sponsored

by Cadence Health. ered overweight, along with their families. The eight-week sessions revolve around exercise, nutritional lessons and discussion.

Nicki Klinkhamer is executive director of ProActive Kids.

Her husband, Tony Burke, founded the program in 2010, which is funded through Cadence Health.

“He was an overweight child,” Klinkhamer said. “He was looking for something to do for his community.”

As part of the program, participants are given the opportunity to work out for 45 minutes a week. The program also focuses on a child’s personal struggles, such as body image and bullying, and

families are taught nutritional lessons.

“Most programs are just fitness and nutrition,” Klinkhamer said. “Obviously, these kids need fitness and education and nutrition, but a lot of it is the psychological stuff, the body image, the self-esteem. There’s also the psychology around the reasons we eat, understanding when we are hungry and when we are full. A lot of kids don’t realize that they’re eating because they are angry or are stressed.”

The parents are a vital part of the discussion, she said.

“The parents are totally responsible for the child,” Klinkhamer said. “Whether the child is getting enough

TIPS FOR PARENTS Parents can help shape their children’s attitudes and behaviors toward physical activity by encouraging them to be physically active for at least one hour daily. Tips include: • Setting a positive example by

activity, that’s the parent’s issue, not the child’s. I think that parents have forgotten that their child’s health is their No. 1 priority.”

That especially holds true for younger children, she said.

“Obviously if a 4- or 5-yearold is struggling with weight, it’s not because they’re playing too many video games,” Klinkhamer said. “It’s because they are being fed the wrong things.”

She stressed the importance for parents to know what their kids are eating when they are not home, like at school.

“Is it OK if they are eating chicken fingers every day?”

Klinkhamer said. “No, that’s not OK. If your child is strug-

• Shaw Media Projects Editor Kate Schott and Shaw Media reporter Shawn Shinneman contributed to this report.

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention leading an active lifestyle.

• Making physical activity part of your daily routine by taking family walks or playing active games.

• Giving your children equipment that encourages physical activity.

• Taking young people to places where they can be active, such as public parks, community baseball fields or basketball courts.

• Being positive about the physical activities in which your children

participate and encouraging them to be interested in new activities.

• Making physical activity fun.

• Instead of watching television after dinner, encouraging your child to find fun activities to do, such as

walking, playing chase or riding bikes.

• Always providing protective equipment, such as helmets, wrist pads or knee pads, and ensuring that activity is age-appropriate.

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ABOVE: Katie Thier of West Chicago (left) gets encouragement from program coordinator and trainer Courtney Russell during a session of ProActive Kids at Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles.

gling with weight, you kind of need to have a general idea of what is going on in their whole world.”

Plano resident Ana Chamu Villa decided to enroll her two daughters in Presence Mercy Medical Center’s I’m Reducing Obesity in Children nutrition program last year after they were diagnosed as being overweight. Villa wanted to prevent them from developing health problems, including diabetes, which runs in the family.

Through the program, Villa said they learned how to read nutritional labels and prepare healthy meals. As a result, her daughters are eating healthier.

“They both have lost 10 to 15 pounds each,” she said.

The free program is offered to children 5 to 10 years old at various locations throughout the year.

“Children are in one room participating in hands-on cooking demonstrations while parents are in another room receiving educational programming,” Presence Mercy Medical Center marketing project coordinator Marianne Renner said. “Then at the end of each session, the parents can taste test the recipes that the children made.”

The little steps – moving more, not super-sizing every item eaten, eating healthy food – add up to results, Henry said.

The messages given can’t sound too harsh, Henry cautioned. Advising parents to walk their children to the park is going to sound easier to accomplish than setting a specific amount of minutes and days a week to be active.

“It’s that word ‘exercise,’ for a certain time, that can seem overwhelming,” she said. “All the little steps add up; the activities add up; and we’ll start to feel better.”

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“They should balance screen time with movement time. It’s ‘On your feet vs. on your seat,’ ” she said. “If you spend more time on your seat, you have to increase your time on your feet.”

Schools, Henry said, can make it a priority by making healthy behaviors a stated goal. She added that many do realize a link between academic success and healthy eating.

“Kids will remember better, read better, pay attention better, if they eat well,” she said. “A hungry brain doesn’t learn really well.”

At Richmond, the exercise provided by the Precision Fitness program is in addition to the 30 minutes of physical education the students receive four times a week. The program has grown from 60 students the first year to 140 in the spring – nearly 40 percent of the school’s population.

“I’m pleased, but not surprised,” Silva said. “I know what the kids want. My goal is that 100 percent of the kids will be involved.”

The program has become part of Richmond student Melanie Williams’ routine.

“I like that it motivates you to exercise more,” Williams said.

This fall, the Precision Fitness Club added a program called the 100 Mile Club, where students walk or run during recess with a goal of reaching 100 miles by the end of the school year. The new club has more than 150 kids and is growing by an average of 10 students a day, Silva said.

Other local organizations also are working to make sure kids in Kane County stay active. The ProActive Kids Foundation this summer launched a new location at the St. Charles Park District’s Pottawatomie Community Center to help tackle Kane County’s childhood obesity issues.

The ProActive Kids program is open to children ages 8 to 14 who are consid-

WHAT’S FOR BREAKFAST? BREAKING DOWN THE USDA’S MyPLATE: EXAMPLE OF A HEALTHY MORNING MEAL 1 cup skim or 1 percent milk meets dairy requirement

½ oz. walnuts meets protein requirement

¼ cup sliced strawberries meets fruit requirement

2 whole-grain pancakes meet grains requirement

Meal by “Real Nutrition” blogger and registered dietitian Kate Olson

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WHOLE-GRAIN STRAWBERRY PANCAKES 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour 3 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 3 eggs 1 container (6 oz) vanilla low-fat yogurt ¾ cup water

3 tablespoons canola oil 1 ¾ cups sliced fresh strawberries 1 container (6 oz) strawberry lowfat yogurt 1. Heat griddle to 375°F or heat 12-inch skillet over medium heat.

Grease with canola oil if necessary (or spray with cooking spray

before heating).

2. In large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside. In medium bowl, beat eggs, vanilla yogurt, water and oil with egg beater or wire whisk until well blended. Pour egg mixture all at once into flour mixture; stir until moistened.

3. For each pancake, pour slightly less than ¼ cup batter from cup or pitcher onto hot griddle.

Cook pancakes 1 to 2 minutes or until bubbly on top, puffed and dry around edges. Turn; cook other sides 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown.

4. Top each serving (2 pancakes)

with ¼ cup sliced strawberries and 1 to 2 tablespoons strawberry yogurt.

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Getting kids to eat healthy can be a struggle.

The United States Agriculture Department has been providing food guides to the public since 1916, when it first established guidance based on food groups and household measures. The guides have evolved over the years and

Visit KCChronicle.com to see examples of lunch and dinner meals as suggested by registered dietitian Kate Olson, and to view an interactive guide to reading nutrition labels by Shaw Media reporter Emily K. Coleman.

taken a variety of formats, including food wheels and food pyramids, and have ranged from four to seven food groups.

In June 2011, the USDA unveiled MyPlate as its primary food group symbol to encourage people to make healthy food choices at meal times. The symbol is a plate with

the five food groups on a place mat, and suggests proportions, like half of the plate being fruits and vegetables, to be eaten at every meal.

The plate was developed from a 2010 report by the White House Childhood Obesity Task Force, which asked for a simple and direct symbol.

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ABOVE: Floats travel on Wilson Street for the Batavia High School homecoming parade Wednesday evening. TOP RIGHT: Members of the Batavia High School flag corps make their way down Wilson Street. RIGHT: King Donovan Kilker and Queen Taylor Falk are joined by Oscar Collins, 7, and Abby McReynolds, 10, during the parade.

ABOVE: Sophia Simms, 8, holds her bulldog puppy, Jack, as the Batavia High School homecoming parade turns from Wilson Street to Lincoln Street. BELOW: Batavia High School cheerleaders make their way down Wilson Street for the school’s annual homecoming parade.

ABOVE: The Batavia High School band make their way down Wilson Street for the parade.

LEFT: Batavia High School soccer players greet the crowd as they make their way down Wilson Street.

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Hydrant flushing planned Monday in St. Charles KANE COUNTY CHRONICLE editorial@kcchronicle.com ST. CHARLES – The city of St. Charles will begin its fall hydrant flushing Monday, according to a city news release.

The schedule is as follows: • Monday to Oct. 4 – West of the Fox River south of the Timbers subdivision to Gray Street and west to North/ South 16th Street.

• Oct. 7 to 10 – East of the Fox River south of Iroquois Avenue to Division Street and east to North/South 14th Avenue.

For approximate hydrant flushing dates in your neighborhood, visit the “My Neighborhood Info” page of the city’s

website, www.stcharlesil.gov, under “Residents.” Enter your address and then click on the “City Services” tab.

Signs will be posted in specific areas about the flushing.

Water is safe to use and consume during hydrant flushing, but residents might experience rusty colored water temporarily. The city offers these tips: • It is best to limit your water use, if possible.

• If you experience rusty water, wait until flushing has subsided, then turn on the cold water tap until the water runs clear.

• Remember rust colored water is safe, but it might stain laundry. If this happens, keep clothes wet and treat them

with stain remover.

St. Charles offers a stain removal product at no cost to residents. The product is avail-

able at Public Works, 1405 S. Seventh Ave.; the City Hall reception desk, 2 E. Main St.; and the St. Charles Police Depart-

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8LOCAL BRIEF BATAVIA – Volunteers are needed for Batavia MainStreet’s House Walk, which is set for Sunday.

Volunteer positions include docents, greeters and home tour guides.

The event will feature five homes and a portion of the original Batavia City Hall, a 120-year-old limestone building.

Call Batavia MainStreet at 630761-3528 to learn more.

All volunteers will have the opportunity to buy tickets to the walk at the discounted $10 rate.

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• D-101 Continued from page 4 Batavia School District 101 would pay for a share of the Evergreen consulting fees based on student enrollment.

Batavia’s share is approximately $3,600.

As proposed, the project’s first phase would be completed by January.

“Phase 2 would be a longer process toward implementation,” Newkirk said.

The district continues to integrate more technology in classrooms.

Board members Tuesday also voted to approve the purchase of 389 Chromebooks and related equipment at a cost of $126,600.

A pilot program at Rotolo Middle School using Chromebooks is expanding from 100 sixth-grade students to the full sixth grade, nearly 500 students.

“We’re looking at some innovative ways we can integrate technology,” Anton Inglese, the district’s chief information officer, told school board members.

Building’s future uncertain

By JONATHAN BILYK jbilyk@shawmedia.com ELBURN – After almost a decade and a half of serving three squares a day, Papa G’s has closed.

Sunday, the restaurant on Route 47, just south of the village’s downtown, served its last meals.

On Monday, would-be customers arrived to find the doors locked and the building empty.

Owner George Kanakaris confirmed that he does not intend to reopen the restaurant.

“There was just not enough business, so we had to shut it down,” Kanakaris said when reached by phone Wednesday. “We had good weekend business, but through the week, there was nothing there.”

He also said he has not yet lined up anyone willing to purchase the property.

“There are no buyers,” he said.

The restaurant employed

15 workers.

Kanakaris opened Papa G’s in the late 1990s.

He has worked with his family in restaurants and food service throughout his adult life since immigrating from Greece decades ago.

In addition to the Elburn restaurant, he also has owned Papa G’s in Huntley and has worked with his son, Niko, to run the former Niko’s Lodge on Route 64 west of St. Charles, and Niko’s restaurant in Huntley.

The Huntley Papa G’s and the former Niko’s Lodge, now known as The Lodge, have come under new ownership.

Niko’s in Huntley closed in 2011.

Kanakaris has sought to sell the Elburn Papa G’s location since 2009.

As recently as this spring, Kanakaris said he had arranged for a sale and intended to hand the restaurant to new owners

Be a part of the PROCESS! 1st Public Meeting for the Montgomery Road Study The Kane County Division of Transportation (KDOT) is hosting a public meeting to initiate the Preliminary Engineering and Environmental (Phase I) Study for Montgomery Road. The study corridor is located in the Village of Montgomery and is approximately 3 miles long, from IL Route 25 on the west to Hill Avenue on the east. The study will take a comprehensive view of the corridor’s transportation needs and includes a public involvement process to identify alternatives, impacts, and issues.

The purpose of the meeting is to inform the public about the project and to seek input on the transportation issues within the study area. The meeting will be conducted as an open house, and attendees may visit at any time between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM. A continuous PowerPoint presentation will provide an overview of the study.

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by March.

That sale never happened, and Kanakaris continued to operate Papa G’s since that time.

Elburn Building Commissioner Tom Brennan said Kanakaris requested a final water meter reading Monday.

Brennan said a man who did not identify himself came to Elburn Village Hall last week and asked what permits would be required to make small changes to the building, as he intended to purchase the restaurant

building.

Elburn Village President David Anderson said the restaurant was important to Elburn through the years, and he hoped that another would open on the property.

Kanakaris said he doesn’t know what will become of the Elburn property.

But he said he already has turned his attention to a new business venture, a sports bar and grill he intends to open in Campton Hills in the restaurant space formerly occupied by the now closed Milano’s Ristorante, 40W188 Campton Crossings Drive, off LaFox Road, south of Route 64.

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Cars burglarized in STC, police say

By ASHLEY SLOBODA asloboda@shawmedia.com ST. CHARLES – Various items, including a navigation unit and headphones, were reported stolen this week from vehicles burglarized in St. Charles, according to St. Charles police reports.

The first theft was reported Saturday by the owner of a 2011 vehicle in the 0-100 block of Southgate Court.

Two 5-pound fire extinguishers attached to the side of the truck were taken overnight, police reported.

The items were valued at $40 each.

Sunday, burglaries affected two cars.

A stereo face plate was reported stolen from an unlocked 1997 Chevrolet on the fourth level of the parking deck at 100 Illinois Street.

The glove box and center console also were ransacked,

police reported.

In the 1400 block of King James Avenue, a $900 laptop and charger, $30 headphones, $20 iPhone charger, $40 backpack, and three calculators with a total value of $100 were reported stolen from a 2006 vehicle.

The owner told police he must have forgotten to lock the hatch door.

Monday, police received reports of two other burglaries to unlocked vehicles.

A cellphone charger, emergency glass breaker and navigation unit were reported stolen from a 2004 vehicle in the 1300 block of Elm Street.

The value of the items was estimated at $65.

And about $1,260 in belongings – including an iPod, headphones and iPad – were reported stolen from a 2008 Cadillac in the 800 block of Ridings Lane.

Geneva Park District plans annual Halloween Hayday KANE COUNTY CHRONICLE GENEVA – The Geneva Park District’s annual Halloween Hayday is set from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 26, at the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center,

3507 Kaneville Road, Geneva. There will be hayrides, a children’s carnival, a costume contest and more.

Advance registration is recommended. Adults receive free admission. Advance reg-

istration cost is $5 a child age 10 and under ($8 nonresident).

At the door cost is $7 a child 10 and under ($10 nonresident).

For information, call 630-2324542 or visit www.genevaparks.org.

8LOCAL BRIEF Bird walk set at Dick Young Forest Preserve BATAVIA – A bird walk is set for 8 a.m. Oct. 5 at Nelson Lake/ Dick Young Forest Preserve, which is at 39W115 Main St., Batavia.

Participants should meet by the silo on Nelson Lake Road, south of Main Street and west of Randall Road.

Contact leader Terry Murray with questions at 630-896-3219.

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8LOCAL BRIEF Events aim to promote international council BATAVIA – Events to promote the International Council on Active Aging campaign will be set at The Holmstad, 700 W. Fabyan Parkway, Batavia. Among the events: • 1 p.m. today, Batavia Windmill History lecture. Bob Popeck, the man responsible for placing Batavia’s historic windmills, will discuss the impact of the windmill industry on Batavia’s growth.

• 1 p.m. Friday, Tour of Historic Batavia. Batavia Historical Society curator Chris Winter will guide a bus tour of Batavia’s historic

buildings.

Reserve a seat by today; call The Holmstad concierge at 630-879-4000.

• 2:30 p.m. Friday, Mindful Meals. Holmstad chef Mark Low will explain how to improve well-being by eating mindfully.

• 2 p.m. Saturday, parade.

Kids are encouraged to decorate wagons, bikes or strollers, older adults their walkers or wheelchairs. Bring your friendly pet.

For a list of all the week’s events or information, contact Catherine A. Reese, 630-879-4162 or visit www.

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Nominations sought for St. Charles awards KANE COUNTY CHRONICLE editorial@kcchronicle.com ST. CHARLES – The St. Charles Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for several awards, including the Charlemagne Award.

The Charlemagne Award is a lifetime achievement award given to an individual with a distinguished history of service to the community.

Membership in the St. Charles Chamber of Commerce is not required.

Nominations also are needed for these awards: • Civic Image Award – It recognizes humanitarian efforts and/or civic or personal projects outside of business that have brought outstanding, positive recognition to St. Charles by a qualified member of the St. Charles Chamber of Commerce.

• Community Development Award – It is given for recent construction and extensive

remodeling or renovation projects by a qualified member of the St. Charles Chamber of Commerce, representing a significant investment in the business community.

• Community Image Award – It acknowledges enhancements to businesses and is given to members of the St. Charles Chamber of Commerce who have made significant improvements, such as new or additional landscaping, interior remodeling or improved signage and/or exterior or structural improvements.

Nominations are due Nov. 15. Those wanting to nominate a person or business for an award should call the St. Charles Chamber of Commerce at 630-584-8384. Forms are available at www.stcharleschamber.com.

Winners will be announced during the 92nd annual St. Charles Chamber of Commerce dinner on Feb. 7.

Police: N. Aurora man charged in bicycle crash

By ERIC SCHELKOPF eschelkopf@shawmedia.com A North Aurora man has been charged in a crash Tuesday that has left a bicyclist with possible life-threatening injuries.

Jeffrey Krabec, 25, of the 600 block of Pinewood Drive, North Aurora, has been charged with failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Richard Adams, 61, of Aurora was airlifted to Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove with possible life-threatening injuries

to his head and mid-abdominal area, police said.

Aurora police spokesman Dan Ferrelli said Wednesday afternoon the bicyclist is alive.

At the time of the crash about 7:30 a.m., both were headed eastbound on Sullivan Road, about 200 feet west of Route 25, Ferrelli said.

“The bicyclist was hit from behind and launched into the air on impact,” he said.

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OPINIONS Common Core threatens control over education Our education system in Illinois is in peril. Hundreds of Illinois schools are failing; more high schoolers drop out before graduation; and our students are falling further behind the world.

As we grapple with these alarming developments, we must do everything we can to make sure our kids are ready for college and the workforce.

One proposed solution is the Common Core State Standards, a set of learning standards in English and math.

In 2010, the Illinois Board of Education joined the now more than 45 states and other areas in adopting the Common Core, and plans to complete implementation by the end of the 2014-15 school year.

Additionally, Illinois will adopt a new set of standardized tests that align with the Common Core. Starting next year, student’s test scores will be compared against other states using the Common Core as the national benchmark.

Since local principals brought

GUEST VIEW U.S. Rep Randy Hultgren this issue to my attention earlier this year, I’ve been on a fact-finding mission to find out if the Common Core is right for Illinois, or if we should push the pause button.

As co-chair of the House Science and National Labs Caucus, I actively support raising the bar for STEM education. I wanted to find out if these standards could improve STEM education and help our students become competitive in the world again.

In July, I traveled to Springfield to meet with Chris Koch, state superintendent of Education, who explained the difficulties he faces implementing the standards.

Last month, I hosted a summit at McHenry County College bringing together educators, administrators, thought-leaders and parents to dig deep into the issue.

Supporters made a good case that

standards are necessary to guide and track student progress. But throughout the discussion, the veneer of Common Core as a miracle solution to our educational problems wore off.

First off, some estimates put the total cost of implementation to Illinois, including teacher training, new books and materials, and computer technology, in the area above $700 million over seven years.

This is simply unaffordable for our state.

And there’s little evidence these standards and assessments will keep Illinois competitive. A top-down mandated approach will force schools to teach to the test, not the subject.

Above all, they threaten local control over education.

While states and local districts should be free to choose whatever standards they want, there is growing concern that the Common Core opens up local schools to federal intrusion.

And whenever the federal government gets involved in local affairs – watch out.

This past month I met with Indiana’s Gov. Mike Pence, whose legislature pushed the pause button for a year to step back and assess whether this is the best path for his state. He also intends to withdraw from the associated testing.

On July 19, I joined the House in passing the Student Success Act, which limits the Secretary of Education’s authority and halts federal overreach into the classroom.

But together we must do more.

I urge you – please contact the State Board of Education, your state representatives and your senators and let them know how you feel about Common Core.

No discussion about education should be held without parents and the community.

With your help we can ensure parents and teachers – not government bureaucrats – have the ultimate say in education.

• Republican Randy Hultgren represents Illinois’ 14th U.S. Congressional District.

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Unserious Washington THE WASHINGTON POST Congress and the White House are gearing up for their latest epic battle – over funding the federal government for another 10 weeks.

Meanwhile, their fiscal policies have put the United States on a long-term path of increasing debt, rising interest rates, needlessly crimped growth and fewer and fewer dollars for many of the programs Americans care most about.

That’s not the picture the White House generally paints. President Barack Obama and his team talk as if they’ve gotten the deficit more or less under control, because the short-term trend has brightened. The federal

debt, having soared from 39 percent of the gross domestic product at the end of 2008 to 73 percent this year, is on track to decline to 68 percent by 2018. Thereafter, though, it will begin to rise again, reaching 100 percent of GDP 20 years later. Only one other time in U.S. history has debt exceeded 70 percent of the national economy – around the end of World War II. These estimates come from the scrupulously nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office, and they actually underestimate the danger.

“The unsustainable nature of the federal government’s current tax and spending policies presents lawmakers and the public with difficult choices,” the CBO concludes.

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8POLICE REPORTS • Patricia L. Spiroff, 58, of the 34W600 block of Army Trail Road, Wayne, was charged Monday, Sept. 23, with retail theft for reportedly stealing $30.18 in wine and cheese from Costco, 221 S. Randall Road, St. Charles.

• Janet Ann Hocking, 54, of the 0-100 block of North 15th Street, St. Charles, was charged Monday,

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• Mobil, 1023 W. Main St., St. Charles, reported a theft Saturday, Sept. 21. An employee reportedly told police the double-wide glass front doors were unlocked when he arrived at 7 a.m. Initially, everything seemed in place, but he later noticed $869 was missing, he told police.

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The event will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday outside of Soup to Nuts Alternative Grocery, 716 W. State St.,

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Area seniors commended for academic achievements KANE COUNTY CHRONICLE BATAVIA – Batavia School District 101 has announced that five seniors from Batavia High School have been named “Commended Students” in the 2014 National Merit Scholarship Program.

Brandon Ayersman, Evan Carr, Daniel Mace, Mallory Morris and Samantha Spengler are among approximately 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation that are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise.

“These students are “These great leadat Batstudents ers avia High are great School,” Batvia High leaders at aSchool PrinBatavia High cipal JoAnne Smith said School.” in a news release.

JoAnne “They have Smith certainly acBatavia High complished School Principal a lot academically and have many achievements outside of the classroom as well.”

The students will receive a letter of commendation from Batavia High School and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, which conducts the program.

Commended Students placed among the top 5 percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2014 competition by taking the 2012 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.

“Their accomplishments are a reflection of their hard work, as well as their parents and members of the Batavia community that have helped to get them to this point,” Smith said.

Although Commended Students do not continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships, some of the students do become candidates for special scholarships sponsored by corporations and businesses, according to the release.

Local business finalist in national competition

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asloboda@shawmedia.com A paper crafting business based just west of Campton Hills is a finalist in Martha Stewart’s second annual American Made Program, a nationwide competition that recognizes makers and creative entrepreneurs.

Leo Kowal – who runs www.SVGCuts.com with his wife, Mary Rudakas – said the $10,000 prize doesn’t concern them as much as the other prizes, which include opportunities to be featured on www.marthastewart.com and the Martha Stewart Living radio show on SiriusXM

Visit www.votesvgcuts.com to vote for SVGCuts.com in Martha Stewart’s second annual American Made contest.

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“This is a big deal for the entire paper craft industry,” he said, noting a decline in independent scrapbook stores.

To win, the newlyweds need to beat five other finalists in an online vote at www. marthastewart.com/americanmade. Voting for the Audience Choice Grand Prize Winner ends Monday night.

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“We’re going all the way,” Kowal said.

The other finalists are Grey Cardigan of Cleveland, Ohio, in the design category; Feast it Forward of Napa, Calif., in the food category; The Oak Leaf of New York, N.Y., in the garden category; Ella Dynae Designs of Eugene, Ore., in the style category; and Modern Yardage of Woods Cross, Utah, in the technology category.

SVGCuts.com is the finalist in the craft category, an achievement that didn’t surprise Kowal, he said.

“Our fan base is so loyal and protective of us,” he said.

SVGCuts.com began as an

Etsy shop in February 2009 with Rudakas selling cards she had created, Kowal said.

He said that led to her selling the digital die cuts that people can download.

“She has always been crafty,” Kowal said of his wife. “Mary actually used to watch Martha Stewart when she was little.”

The business has evolved from offering two-dimensional patterns to mostly three-dimensional designs, Kowal said, noting the figures can be used as gifts, home decor and party favors.

“It’s really morphed into something that we really didn’t expect,” he said.

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Magazine publishes Geneva student’s art on recent cover

By NICOLE WESKERNA nweskerna@shawmedia.com GENEVA – Ten-year-old Katherine Lemke and her family were thrilled when they found out that her art would be published in this month’s Arts & Activities magazine.

But then the news got better. She found out that one of her colorful watercolor and oil pastel paintings would be gracing the cover.

The fifth-grader at Mill Creek Elementary School in Geneva said she heard the news at the end of the school year last year, almost a year after her art teacher, Sarah Brady, helped her send in a few samples. The submission process takes up to 18 months, so many of the pieces Katherine submitted were made while she was in first, second and third Katherine grade.

Lemke Brady, who has been Katherine’s art teacher at Mill Creek for five years, said she often reads Arts & Activities magazine, but it wasn’t until she heard about the submission process from another teacher through a blog that she decided to submit something from one of her students.

“The first art that came to my mind was Katherine’s,” she said. “The way she puts things on the paper makes it so beautiful to look at. She has the ability to put in essential details without overwhelming it.”

Katherine said she’s loved art “since I first picked up a pencil,” and noted that she prefers using colored pencils, but she has experimented with different types of mediums,

“I think [art] is one of those things she doesn’t really do for the recognition; she just does it because she enjoys it.”

Laura Lemke Katherine Lemke’s mother including sculpture.

She said her favorite subjects to draw are animals, especially mammals, and she tries to make her drawings as realistic as possible. Katherine’s mother, Laura, said Katherine often draws pictures of their former dog, a pug, and their current dog, a golden retriever.

Katherine said drawing people isn’t her biggest strength, but one of her favorite drawings is of Chicago Blackhawks player Patrick Sharp chasing a puck across the ice.

“I kind of just like making images that are actually there, that actually look real,” she said.

Art isn’t Katherine’s only strength. She’s also an athlete and plays the piano, which is why Brady likens her to a modern-day Leonardo da Vinci.

“She does a lot of other activities and sports and plays the piano,” Laura Lemke said.

“I think [art] is one of those things she doesn’t really do for the recognition; she just does it because she enjoys it.”

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Mill Creek Elementary fifth-grader Katherine Lemke has her art featured in Arts & Activities Magazine this month.

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Garden center to host artist reception, nature-themed exhibition Saturday PLANIT KANE planitkanenews@shawmedia.com ST. CHARLES – The Wasco Nursery & Garden Center in St. Charles will host an artist reception for Becky Blaine – an artist who works with a variety of two-dimensional media, including color pencils, pastels, watercolors and acrylics – from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at the garden center.

Blaine also has worked with lithographs and serigraphs, as well as transfer prints made from organic forms. Some of her work incorporates mixed media and explores layered surfaces and textures.

Plants, trees, shells and other images from nature will be depicted in the show, which will be on display at the Wasco Nursery ‘A Gallery of Nature’ from Friday, Sept. 27, through Thursday, Oct. 31. Appetizers will be provided by The Lodge restaurant on Route 64 in Wasco. Many of the works displayed at the show will be available to buy.

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Artist Becky Blaine will showcase her nature-themed artwork Friday, Sept. 27 through Thursday, Oct. 31, at Wasco Nursery & Garden Center’s “A Gallery of Nature” in St. Charles.

The gallery is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays.

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The exhibit marks the first time Schneller’s work is displayed in a suburban location.

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According to a news release, in 2010, Schneller and Bird used the entire Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum for a one-night event called “Sonic Arboretum.” Schneller arranged speakers to fill the Guggenheim’s voluminous space, creating a three-dimensional sonic phenomenon. The next year, Schneller exhibited ”Sonic Arboretum” at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago.

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WHEN: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26 WHERE: West Main Community Park, 40W101 W. Main St., Batavia COST/INFO: Moms are invited to spend an evening with their son, ages 3 to 12, for Mom & Son Wagon Rides.

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WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

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El Casanova offers rustic charm, affordable Mexican fare

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BATAVIA – With so many Mexican restaurants in Kane County to choose from, it’s difficult to narrow down lunchtime cravings to just one.

El Casanova Mexican Restaurant in Batavia offers great value for the lunching crowd. The rather expansive Mexican eatery, situated near the Goodrich Randall 15 IMAX theater and Tribella Bar and Grill, delivers rustic charm and classic Mexican flavors at an affordable price.

Its richly-decorated interior is sectioned off by arches separating high-ceilinged dining rooms fit with “haunting” chandeliers, lime green textured walls and white-linen tablecloths. As if walking into a private hacienda, the space is open and inviting. The restaurant’s courtyard for al fresco dining is fit with manicured plants, terra cotta-esque tiling and a three-tiered Spanish fountain.

Based on the restaurants decor, I was surprised by its affordable pricing.

How affordable? I enjoyed the Chicken Chimichanga and Enchilada lunch special with a side of rice and beans garnished with lettuce, tomatoes and sour cream for $6.95.

The enchilada with shredded chicken was topped with red suiza sauce and cheese.

The palm-sized chimichanga delivered a beautiful crunch that offset the gooey texture of the enchilada.

There are a plethora of lunch specials, all donning the same $6.95 price tag, including the Chorizo and Egg Tacos that my dining companion ordered. “... The flavors of the egg and chorizo seemed to balance out appropriately,” commented my companion.

“Sometimes, I find the flavors in chorizo dishes [to] be overwhelming, but that was not the case here. The waitress actually mentioned that the chorizo was homemade.”

We both opted for lunch specials recommended by our waitress, who was informative and friendly.

Concerning the service, my dining companion commented:

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El Casanova Mexican Restaurant in Batavia offers outdoor dining on its hacienda-style patio. variations such as the Midori Margarita and the Azteca Margarita, as well as wine, sangria and Mexican brews.

Using fresh ingredients and secret family recipes, El Casanova delivers tasty Mexican fare for an undeniably good price.

My dining companion had it right when she said, “That place is a best-kept secret.”

Well, I guess the secret’s out.

El Casanova Where: 1890 Mill St., Batavia Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday through Thursday; and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday Phone: 630-406-0669 Website: www.elcasanovar estaurant.com “Our waitress was great – she was friendly and checked in on us just enough.”

My dining companion also enjoyed a Horchata Rice Water, a traditional Mexican beverage. The iced, milky-looking substance tasted sweet and gave off an enticing cinnamon aroma.

Every meal comes with chips with a side of mild and spicy salsa, and we decided to order guacamole, as well. As

El Casanova lunch specials cost $6.95 and include dishes such as the Chicken Chimichanga and Enchilada (pictured), which is served with rice, beans and a lettuce and tomato garnish. haters of guacamole imitators, we were happy to find the well-textured mixture came with onion and avocado chunks, although, I think the

portion could have been slightly more generous.

The restaurant also boasts a healthy cocktail menu featuring a slew of margarita

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Nobel Peace Prize nominee to speak at Waubonsee

By KARA SILVA SUGAR GROVE – Threetime Nobel Peace Prize nominee Kathy Kelly has a healthy track record of defiance.

As an international peace activist with the Chicago-based group Voices for Creative Nonviolence and the Afghan Peace Volunteers, Kelly has traveled the map of war-torn countries, visiting Afghanistan 12 times; living in Baghdad through the “Shock and Awe” bombings of 2003; defying economic sanctions to offer aid to ailing Iraqi families; and has been arrested nearly 60 times at home and abroad during her lifelong campaign against economic and military warfare.

Marking the United Nations’ International Day of Nonviolence, the pacifist peacemaker will visit Waubonsee Community College on Wednesday, Oct. 2, to give the presentation “The Further Invention of Nonviolence: Where You Stand Determines What You See” as part of a multicity tour that’s stopping at schools, centers and libraries across the country.

The presentation will be at 11 a.m. in the Academic and Professional Center on the north side of the WCC

been going to Afghanistan … quite a bit.

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For more information about Voices for Creative Nonviolence, visit www.vcnv.org.

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campus located at Route 47 and Waubonsee Drive in Sugar Grove.

Kane County Chronicle Features editor Kara Silva got to chat with Kelly about her early influences, living in war-torn countries and her lifelong struggle for peace.

Kara Silva: As an international peace activist, you’ve visited war-torn countries all over the world? What is your ultimate goal? And the goal of Voices for Creative Nonviolence?

Kathy Kelly: Our goal is to challenge military and economic warfare. We challenged the economic sanctions against Iraq because over 500 children died, and the U.N. said repeatedly that the economic sanctions directly contributed toward the deaths of those children.

We went to Iraq with medicines, children’s vitamins, antibiotics and medical supplies, and we distributed them as directly as we possibly could to families or religious orders that were running hospitals. ... We stayed in Iraq through the “Shock and Awe” bombing.

There were so many kidnappings and some colleagues of mine were kidnapped and one was killed.

It was terrible. I can understand why the Iraqi government said, “We can’t give you visas to enter anymore; we can’t protect you.” So, hopefully one day it will be possible to return.

From time to time, we would [visit other countries] where war was being waged in order to say, “Look, we want nothing more than to just live alongside people who can’t escape and try to be a voice for them.” That’s what brought us to Lebanon … and the same idea was part of what had taken me to Nicaragua and Bosnia – particularly Sarajevo – before going to Iraq. Now we’ve

KS: While living in war-torn countries and sacrificing your own life for the sake of others, have there ever been any close calls or occurrences that you thought you may not get out of alive?

KK: Well, when guns are flowing and sometimes once every 10 minutes you hear a huge explosion or glass shatters … or a tank with a missile goes right passed our window and kills journalists across the street, you don’t feel like you’ve got some exceptional shield.

But to be honest, that’s not the prior question. You look at the children and wonder how are they feeling. ... The question becomes how to help mother and fathers sustain enough stamina to make it through these very, very difficult experiences.

KS: I read that you’ve been arrested about 60 times – is that right?

KK: (Laughs) Yeah, that’s about right. Sometimes as soon as we’d be arrested we’d go right back and do what we’ve done before – again – because we kind of want to make the point that if it doesn’t rain on a Monday it can still rain on a Tuesday whether we’re in jail or not. ... I’m 60 years old, so I’ve had a lot of opportunity to be involved in

campaigns.

KS: Is prison just part of being an activist or are there varying levels of fear that you’ve experienced any time you’re arrested?

KK: I don’t know a whole lot about courage, but what I do know about courage is the ability to control your fears. And I think it would be unfortunate if somebody was unwilling to be part of campaigns they believe in or campaigning for things they believe are right solely for the reason that they might be in prison and they’re afraid of it.

KS: When did your journey in peace activism first begin?

What was the catalyst that turned thinking into doing and taking action?

KK: I think it was moving to the Uptown neighborhood when it was the poorest neighborhood in that part of Chicago. And I had neighbors who … lived in the back of buildings and would go to soup kitchens for meals.

The government wanted me to pay taxes to pay for war when my neighbors didn’t have enough to pay for food.

So, I became a war tax refuser. You can’t own anything if you’re a war tax refuser so you don’t have a lot that you own and that makes it easier to just pick up and go.

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KS: Your roots are steeped in Catholicism. How much do your religious views affect the way you live your life?

KK: I was really lucky

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Aurora’s Presbrey steps out on his own for creativity. I can kind of see now why a lot of those bands loved to work there.

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ES: What do you think Ryan brought to the table?

KP: He brought in some

After achieving success as the frontman of modern rock band Painkiller Hotel, Aurora musician Kevin Presbrey decided to change musical directions.

In June, Presbrey released his solo debut, “Dust Unto Dust,” an album that reflects his acoustic roots. The album was produced by Ryan Hadlock, who produced The Lumineers’ platinum-selling debut.

Presbrey will perform Friday, Sept. 27, at Two Brothers Roundhouse, 205 N. Broadway Ave., Aurora. The show starts at 9 p.m., and there is no cover charge.

Kane County Chronicle reporter Eric Schelkopf had the chance to talk to Presbrey about his change in musical direction and new CD.

very good musicians, and he brought in a good perspective.

He kind of brought in the “less is more” approach, which I think is really important when you’re doing a record, not to overdo it, not to overproduce it.

That was the one thing we really connected on initially.

We both kind of had the same idea in mind that we wanted to do something that was acoustic driven and songwriting based, and that was produced in a way that didn’t take away from the songs.

ES: You are really moving in a different musical direction than what you did with Painkiller Hotel.

KP: That band started out

Eric Schelkopf: How did you hook up with Ryan Hadlock?

Kevin Presbrey: I submitted

Kevin Presbrey of Aurora will perform at 9 p.m. Sept. 27 at Two Brothers Roundhouse in Aurora.

some of my stuff to him, and he liked it. The Lumineers were just kind of in their beginning stages at that point.

Later in the process, as I was still talking to Ryan figuring out when we could get out to his studio and record, The Lumineers’ album went double platinum and they were up for a Grammy and all kinds of stuff.

But he still wanted to work with us. So, we went out to

Bear Creek Studio near Seattle in March and worked for two weeks with him.

It was a great experience, and I’m really proud of the product and how it turned out.

ES: Some pretty big acts have recorded at Bear Creek Studio, including Soundgarden, James Brown and Eric Clapton.

KP: It’s pretty cool and pretty humbling at the same time, when you think about the names that have gone

through there.

But the guys couldn’t have been cooler and more laid back and easy to work with. It was a joy ride going through there.

It was a very comfortable setting to record music. It was kind of this very rustic landscaped area, kind of in the foothills of the mountains outside Seattle, so it was a just very inspirational place to work.

It was a really great place

with me as a songwriter. I kind of formed Painkiller Hotel around me.

We were having a lot of success and a lot of good things were happening. But kind of toward the later stages of it, the direction just felt like it was going the wrong way for me.

It didn’t feel as honest any more. Ultimately, I just decided that it was time to put myself out there, put my name out there and put my life out there for everybody to see for themselves and not really hide behind the band name any more.

when I was a kid. Probably my main role models really were nuns or religious women who shared everything they had in common and never tried to acquire personal wealth, who gave us practically free education; and we’re pretty sure they were serving people needier than us in other parts of the world. And they were cheerful about the whole thing. I wanted to be like those women in my life and they had a big influence on me.

KS: What is the one thing you are most proud to have accomplished or been a part of in your mission?

KK: I’m very grateful that we were part of the Duvet Project – this is recent in Afghanistan. Last year 2,000 very heavy blankets were distributed to people who live in refugee camps and it was so cold in 2012 that 100 people froze to death ... . So, if it helped to save a child from dying of hypothermia or from freezing to death, I’m glad about that. And the people who made those duvets were seamstresses and I have met many of them, because they [told] us that they couldn’t feed their children.

So, if we helped some of those women feed their families through the cold winter, I’m very glad of that, too. And the only way we were able to do it was through the generous kindness of the people in the U.S. and the United Kingdom and Australia who contributed [money] to pay for the materials and pay for the women’s wages and help with getting them distributed.

KS: It seems that doing what you do, you’ve had to make a lot of sacrifices in life, and haven’t been able to live a “normal” life, per se.

KK: I don’t think I’m someone whose made a lot of sacrifices in life. I’ve had a really blessed and wonderful life – especially in terms of mentoring – and I live in accord with what I really believe in.

Sammy Scoield of Geneva scored a game-winning goal for Notre Dame women’s soccer on Thursday to beat Syracuse, 1-0, writes Dennis D. Jacobs. PAGE 29

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St. Charles North senior Carly Hudon, a transfer from Sycamore, practices chipping with her team Wednesday at Pheasant Run Golf Course.

ROSARY TOPS ACC Rosary girls volleyball defeats rival Aurora Central Catholic in an SCC Blue match in Aurora.

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By KEVIN DRULEY kdruley@shawmedia.com ST. CHARLES – St. Charles North senior Carly Hudon considers herself a golfer. Period. Past and present company makes that easy.

A Sycamore transfer who competed with boys for the past three regular seasons, Hudon grins about getting to be one of the girls in foreign yet friendly surroundings.

“I was just always on a guys team for something.

I played sports with guys since I was little, and I just felt comfortable, I guess,” Hudon said. “I had never been on a girls team prior to that, so this is definitely new, and I love it.”

Fresh off completing a 9-1 Upstate Eight Conference duals record Tuesday, the North Stars feel just as strongly about their new teammate.

Fellow senior Jessica Grill, who with Hudon provides support behind standout North freshmen Gianna Furrie and Kate Lillie, described an instant connection.

Pairings drew them together. Personalities kept them there.

“She’s [No.] 3 and I’m [No.] 4, so we’d have to play together, and every time we did, I think we just became closer,” Grill said. “It’s really easy when you play together for about four hours.”

Hudon embraced golf while growing up in Florida, and the game traveled well when she moved to Sycamore late in middle school to be closer to family.

Although Sycamore does not offer a girls golf team, Hudon emerged as a top talent anyway, playing with the boys before shifting to compete with the girls in the Class AA postseason.

She advanced to the state meet as a freshman after shooting 79 at sectionals at Rockford’s Ingersoll Golf Course, which also hosts the 2013 sectional. Returning to Ingersoll for Saturday’s Rockford Guilford Invitational, she carded a team-

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St. Charles North senior Carly Hudon, a transfer from Sycamore, practices on the putting green with her team Wednesday at Pheasant Run Golf Course. best 78, a 6-over-par score that helped North finish third in the 22-team event in a breakthrough showing.

“It was a good day,” Hudon said. “Everything started really working.”

Surely, that’s comforting to Hudon’s grandparents, who called North Stars coach Chris Patrick early in 2013 to inquire about the dynamics of a girls team. Hudon’s family had moved from Sycamore to St. Charles during the winter, she said, and Hudon elected to commute to Sycamore for the final semester of her junior year.

Channeling the conversation, Patrick recalled being up front about everything, namely Hudon’s potential impact on a sound returning core that also was welcoming two seasoned freshmen.

“She would help the team instantly, as well,” Patrick said. “She would give us a big boost right away.”

Grill has witnessed as much with anticipation, often from just a few yards away. She sees a calm, confident player with a great knowledge for the game and a wealth of experience.

Yes, even with boys.

The prattle of the sexes sometimes takes a backseat

Hudon (far left) practices chipping with her team. in Grill’s mind given her natural comfort with her fraternal twin brother, JT, a top golfer for the North boys team. Still, it has been a topic between Grill and Hudon before.

“When we’d talk about it, she just talked mostly about how much better it is playing with girls because she can talk with us about anything, and boys, it’s more just, ‘We golf,’ ” Grill said. “I think, whenever I play with my brother, his friends, we get

along fine. She didn’t make it seem like it was completely different, at all.”

Hudon aspires to return to state no matter her regular season companions. She missed either the state cut or a playoff by two strokes at sectionals as a sophomore and junior.

Hudon says, “I feel like I connected with even more people right away here than I ever did in Sycamore.”

Her desire to also be close to the pin hasn’t changed.

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PREP SCHEDULE TODAY Boys soccer: Aurora Central Catholic at Guerin, 4:30 p.m.; Marmion, St. Charles East at St. Charles East Invite, 5 p.m.; Yorkville at Kaneland, 4:30 p.m.

Boys golf: St. Edward at Wheaton Academy, 4:30 p.m.; St. Charles North at Batavia, 4 p.m.

Girls golf: Plainfield East at Aurora Central Catholic, Phillips Golf Course, 4:30 p.m.; Richmond-Burton at Burlington Central, 4 p.m.; Geneva at Glenbard South, 4:30 p.m.

Girls tennis: Aurora Central Catholic at Wheaton Academy, 4:30 p.m.; St. Edward at Rosary, 4:30 p.m.; Montini at St. Francis, 4:15 p.m.; Sycamore at St. Charles East, 4 p.m.; La Salle-Peru at Kaneland, 4:30 p.m.

Girls swimming: Marian Catholic at Rosary, 5 p.m.; Waubonsie Valley at St. Charles East, 5:00 p.m.; Metea Valley at St. Charles North, 5:00 p.m.

Girls volleyball: St. Francis at Wheaton Academy, 5:30 p.m.; Burlington Central at Marengo, 6 p.m.; Rochelle at Kaneland, 6 p.m.

ON CAMPUS Dennis D. Jacobs winning goal in a regulation match was scored by Ragen Coyne with 36 seconds left in a 1992 contest at Wright State.

It was the second goal of the season and fourth of her collegiate career for Scofield, who normally doesn’t get a lot of scoring chances as a center-back, where her primary responsibility is keeping the other team off the scoreboard.

“You’re really like the backbone of the team,” she said. “I like that responsibility.”

It’s a responsibility she has borne well for the Fighting Irish. Since breaking into the starting lineup midway through her freshman season, Scofield has started in 42 straight matches.

She’s gone the distance in

almost all of those, playing a team-high 2,168 minutes last season, in which she was out of the lineup for a total of 47 minutes. So far this season, she has missed just 22 minutes of action in helping Notre Dame to a 7-1 overall record, including a 3-0 mark in the team’s inaugural campaign as a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference.

“The ACC in our eyes is probably the best women’s soccer conference there is,” said Scofield, noting that each year seven or eight schools from the league make it into the NCAA tournament. “It’s a great conference to be in. It’s a great opportunity for us to show we do have the potential to make the tournament and do well.”

The Irish are ranked fourth nationally in one poll and seventh in another.

They gained some cachet with the pollsters by opening the ACC schedule with

victories at North Carolina State and then-No. 1 ranked North Carolina.

“All of us were just really excited to prove ourselves and show the ACC and whole soccer world we were going to do great things,” Scofield said. “I think we grew as a team … because we showed ourselves we have a lot to offer.”

Scofield has emerged as a leader on a team that plays a lot of underclassmen. As a center-back, Scofield acts much like a catcher does in baseball or softball, making sure her team’s defensive alignment remains correct.

“I like center-back because you can see the whole field,” she said. “It’s very organizational and vocal.”

Scofield did not play high school soccer at Geneva, focusing instead on her club team, Eclipse Select. She did play basketball for the Vikings and earned all-conference accolades for her scrap-

py guard play, but it was her soccer skills that brought college recruiters knocking on her door. She chose Notre Dame over Clemson, Penn State and others.

“Me and my parents just visited a bunch of schools that showed interest in me,” Scofield recalls. “The last place I visited was Notre Dame. There was something about the place I really liked.”

She says she was attracted to the school by its strong academic reputation, as well as the soccer program that is typically ranked in the top 10 nationally.

“I wanted to be a part of that,” she said. “Overall, it was just the best fit for me.”

• Dennis D. Jacobs writes the On Campus column for the Kane County Chronicle.

To suggest local college athletes deserving of recognition, email him at mngeditor@yahoo.com.

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It’s not really Sammy Scofield’s job to score goals, but the junior from Geneva scored a big one for the Notre Dame women’s soccer team in the nick of time last week.

Scofield’s header with just 3 seconds remaining in Thursday’s match with Syracuse was the difference in a 1-0 home victory for the Fighting Irish.

Scofield scored after a free kick by teammate Morgan Andrews was knocked into the air by the Syracuse keeper, then headed back into the box by Notre Dame defender Brittany Von Rueden.

In terms of time remaining on the clock, it was the latest match-winning goal in Notre Dame history. In 1994, Michelle McCarthy scored with 25 seconds remaining in the second overtime to give the Fighting Irish a 4-3 victory over William & Mary. The latest previous

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For all the experts and handicappers who saw the Steelers game as the classic trap for the Bears, you were off by a week.

At this point in the season, the Steelers just weren’t good enough to beat the Bears, who proved it Sunday night. Plus, the Bears still had plenty to prove on their first road trip of the year to a perennial playoff power.

This week is a different story.

At 3-0, the Bears have control of the NFC North, have had their way with the Lions for the most part in recent years, and the week after the Lions they return to Soldier Field for what could prove to be their toughest test of the season – a battle of the undefeated with the New Orleans Saints, one of the real powers in the NFC.

Of course, that assumes the Bears stay undefeated, since this Lions game is the classic trap.

Matt Stafford is a Pro Bowl quarterback who, after a poor 2012, is playing at a high level again. His 99.9 passer rating is 5½ points better than Jay Cutler. Both have six touchdown passes, and Stafford has thrown two interceptions while Cutler has thrown three. Cutler has been slightly more accurate at a 67.3 percent completion rate to Stafford’s 63.6 percent, but the big difference is production.

Stafford has thrown more than 100 yards a game more than Cutler with 1,020 passing yards to Cutler’s 693. Stafford is averaging 1.5 yards a pass more than Cutler, and Cutler has completed passes to only five different receivers while Stafford has found 11.

The Lions’ offense has been more diverse than the Bears’ and, therefore, tougher to defend.

Of course, Calvin Johnson, aka Megatron, is the man you fear the most, and he’s off to a nice start with

17 catches for 268 yards and three touchdowns.

Nate Burleson, who has been targeted seven fewer times but actually has two more catches than Megatron with 19 for 239 yards, is likely out after breaking his arm in a single-car accident earlier this week.

Brandon Pettigrew is back from a serious knee injury that ended his 2012 season, and rookie Joseph Fauria already has two touchdowns backing him up at tight end.

The big question will be the status of Reggie Bush. With 30 rushes for 115 yards and seven catches for 145 yards and one touchdown in the Lions’ first two games, Bush was held out of the Redskins game in week three with a sore knee. Bush has said he’ll be ready for the Bears, but the Lions’ trainers haven’t agreed to anything yet.

Joique Bell has been almost as good in relief of Bush with 34 carries and 119 rushing yards, three touchdowns, and 14 catches for 177 yards.

The Lions easily will be the stiffest

test the Bears defense has faced.

Defense is again where the Lions are a bit sketchy, but not up front, where Ndamukong Suh and Nick Fairley are the best defensive tackle duo in the league.

Ezekiel “Ziggy” Ansah, the fifth choice overall in the 2013 draft, already has 2½ sacks, and an old friend, Izzy Idonije, along with Willie Young, will bring heat off the ends.

The back seven are where teams attack the Lions. While DeAndre Levy and Stephen Tulloch are two of the top three tacklers on the club, they are undersized at linebacker; and Martellus Bennett and Matt Forte could create some mismatches.

With Chris Houston on the corner and Louis Delmas and Glover Quin at the safeties, the Lions’ secondary is better but not great.

Make no mistake – the Bears are the better of these two teams. But if they don’t bring their “A” game, they could wake up after 60 minutes without knowing what hit them.

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The key to a good trade is to approach it from a “winwin” perspective. The trade has to make sense for both sides. If you are trying to land a premier player, you’ll have to give back something of value. For a big-time trade to work, there will be some pain

on both sides.

Most owners look at recent performance when evaluating trades. Obviously, past performance matters. However, what a player has done is not as important as what he is going to do. To get value in a trade, you want to get rid of a player who is likely to experience a drop off, and get back a player who will enjoy improved performance. In other words, sell high and buy low.

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Potential buy-low players: • Chris Johnson, RB, Tennessee: He gets the touches and he is explosive. The Titans seem to be improving.

• CJ Spiller, RB, Buffalo: Riskier than Johnson, but nice upside.

• Vincent Jackson, WR, Buccaneers: He has only 25

points in three weeks, but he’s the main target for a team that will be playing from behind.

• Montee Ball, RB, Broncos: Don’t give much for him, but Denver is known for RB turnover. If any back emerges as the main option, they will have value.

• Others: Robert Griffin III, Victor Cruz, Arian Foster, Colin Kaepernick, Dwayne Bowe.

Potential sell-high players: • Michael Vick, QB, Eagles: No way this guy stays healthy.

• Jordan Cameron, TE, Browns: He’s just a tight end.

• Eddie Royal, WR, Chargers: Was on pace for 40 TDs after first two weeks. Might be a week too late.

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With injuries piling up and the byes beginning in Week Four, you’ll want to do everything possible to improve your roster. At this point in the season, talent can be acquired only via the waiver wire or though trades.

Three weeks in, quality free agents probably have been picked clean, especially if you are in a 12-team league.

Looking at the available players in one 12-team league, the highest-scoring nonquarterback available is Santonio Holmes. He might be worth a roster spot, but he’s unlikely to turn your season around.

Assuming there are no true difference-makers available as free agents, your only opportunity to upgrade is via trade.

If you’re like me, trading players is one of your favorite parts of playing fantasy

football. A lot of owners aren’t like you and me, however. I’m not sure if it is a fear of being ripped off, or if it’s some type of loyalty to the players they picked. (Remember, this is pretend – you don’t have to worry about uprooting families.) Whatever the reason, some fantasy owners would seem to prefer a root canal to trade discussions. Clearly, when seeking a trade partner, you need not waste your time with these owners.

Since you are discerning enough to read this column, I need not warn you about the old “quantity-for-quality” ploy. To my knowledge, it has never worked once … for anyone … ever. Essentially, an owner offers you three or four bums for your best player. Apparently, they must feel that you are slightly dumber than they are, which is a virtual impossibility.

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GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: ROSARY DEF. AURORA CENTRAL CATHOLIC 2-0 (25-19, 25-23)

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By JARED BIRCHFIELD editorial@kcchronicle.com AURORA – Although it was “Wacky Day” at Rosary High School on Wednesday, the Royals’ girls volleyball team was all business as it defeated archrival Aurora Central Catholic, 25-19, 25-23, in a Suburban Christian Conference Blue match.

The day was part of Spirit Week at the school, which is celebrating its 50th birthday.

Rosary remained calm as ACC continually threatened to take the lead in both games.

“We have been in a lot of close games this season and it hasn’t really fallen in our favor,” Rosary coach Rachel

Hartmann said. “So for it to get tight and for the girls to stay calm to pull out a win in two games, it’s really big for them.”

The Royals (5-13, 1-3) appeared to have the first game in hand as they built a 14-10 lead.

The Chargers, though, started clawing their way back into the contest. A Kendall Iverson kill brought ACC (6-17, 0-5 ) within a point, 1615. The squad was not able to tie the contest but continued to keep the gap at only one point. Another Iverson kill put the score at 20-19.

Rosary then went on a five-point run to close the game.

ACC continued dogging Rosary in the second game.

“We built it into our mentality that we can win any game regardless of who it is,” Chargers coach Jeanne Czipri said. “They go into every game, every match focused.”

Again, the Royals jumped out to a healthy lead in Game 2. A Genevieve Talbot ace gave Rosary a 17-11 advantage.

The Chargers mounted a comeback and pulled within one on another Iverson kill. Hartmann, though, regrouped her team.

“I told them it’s OK if they get a point but you got to fight back to get a point and not let them get the second or the third,” Hartmann said.

The Royals did not get rattled as ACC tied the game at 19 on a Rosary hitting error.

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Libero Martha Konovodoff had 17 digs for the Royals.

Czipri was pleased with the way her Chargers came together despite the disappointing outcome.

“We achieved one of our goals tonight regardless of the [loss],” the coach said.

“Tonight our big focus was play as a team and. I saw that.”

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After that, ACC was only able again to pull within one point, 22-21, on a Lauren San Diego kill.

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Insider A closer look at boys soccer

IN THE GROOVE GRANT ROUGAS Wheaton Academy, Jr., M What he did: Rougas scored two goals Tuesday in the Warriors’ 3-0 nonconference win against Geneva, which is Rougas’ hometown.

WHAT WE LEARNED LAST WEEK ...

Geneva’s French exchange student is making himself at home in Kane County.

Igor Honore continued his strong play Monday, scoring two of the Vikings’ four goals in a home victory against Kaneland.

WHAT WE’LL LEARN IN THE WEEK AHEAD ...

Which Tri-Cities teams show well at this year’s annual Tri-City Shootout doubleheader.

Batavia takes on St. Charles North in the first match of the doubleheader before host Geneva faces powerhouse St. Charles East in the 7 p.m. nightcap.

Bulldogs are clamping down Batavia’s past two games were matching 1-0 Upstate Eight Conference River wins against Geneva and Larkin.

Given the twin shutouts, Bulldogs coach Mark Gianfrancesco is naturally thrilled with his back line, but he said the 160 minutes of scoreless frustration for opponents carries plenty of credit to go around.

“I think it’s a team thing, though, I don’t think it’s just those four guys,” Gianfrancesco said. “I think all of them are kind of sitting back, defending, waiting for a missed pass or turnover or something, and we’re really doing a nice job of transitioning [to offense] out of that.”

Batavia’s defensive success has come despite the recent absence of sophomore Nathan Carey, a usual starter, who is recovering from a concussion.

Senior Joe Leiferman earned praise from Gianfrancesco for his performance filling in for Carey, joining other Batavia starting defenders Chase Correll, Nick Samperi and Nick Konopacki.

Goalkeepers John Faraone and Nick Foster have continued to split time in net for the Bulldogs.

It’s a group that naturally has gained swagger from its recent success – just not too much, Gianfrancesco hopes.

“We’re stringing [shutouts] together, which is nice, but we’ll see how it goes,” Gianfrancesco said.

“Hopefully, they’re not too comfortable.”

Especially on Friday, when

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Batavia’s Brendan Allen (8) and Geneva’s Beck Nebergall (10) pursue the ball during their game Thursday at Batavia.

Batavia will put its shutout streak on the line in a stiff nonconference test against Wheaton Academy. The Warriors are coming off a 3-0 blanking of Geneva.

“They’ve got a nice team, a physical team, a pretty quick team,” Gianfrancesco said of Wheaton Academy. “They definitely take advantage of the opportunities they have, so it’ll be a nice test for us.

We’re looking forward to that.”

The Bulldogs can wrap up second place in the UEC River on Tuesday if they are able to beat St. Charles North as part of a double-

header at Geneva.

Streaking Rockets Tuesday’s 3-0 win over Genoa-Kingston marked the seventh straight win for Burlington Central, which improved to 9-1 on the season and 6-0 in Big Northern Conference East action.

The Rockets’ Alan Camarena has scored four goals in the team’s past two matches.

Saints guard unbeaten record Nine wins, zero losses?

Check. Two draws? We’ll just see about that.

St. Charles East still is awaiting word about how – or whether – to count its home Upstate Eight Conference crossover against Waubonsie Valley on Sept. 19. The sides were scoreless at intermission before lightning postponed the rest of play early in the second half.

Saints coach Paul Jennison said “we’ll know shortly” about the match. He said it isn’t likely the teams can find a mutual reschedule date before the postseason seeding meeting.

– Jay Schwab and Kevin Druley, Shaw Media

COACH SLY SEZ ...

St. Charles East is putting its money where its mouth is this season.

The Saints said they’d be just fine even without stud scorer T.C. Hull this season, and East has been just that, turning in an even more dominant regular season so far than the Saints staged in 2012.

It’s scary to think of just how devastating this team would be with a healthy Hull, but it’s becoming pretty clear that East is a bona fide state championship contender with the group it has now.

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IAN LARSON Batavia, Jr., M What he did: Larson earns the nod for the second straight week, and how could he not after scoring the lone goal of the match with only 11 seconds left to give the Bulldogs a 1-0 win against Geneva on Thursday.

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By BERNICE BEDE OSOL Newspaper Enterprise Association TODAY – Take it upon yourself to venture down a path that can lead to a brighter future in the year ahead. Allow your talent to speak for you, and base your choices on what you enjoy doing most. Follow your heart and express your desires.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) – If you take on additional responsibilities, you will come through with flying colors. Accept the inevitable. Let go of the past; it’s time for new beginnings.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) – Share your thoughts with the people who count. Get involved in something that will bring you a greater awareness of your community and your beliefs. The aspects indicate romance.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) – Seek out the kind of entertainment that gives you a thrill or gets you thinking about a new adventure to pursue. If you make alterations to the way you live, you’ll see an improvement in your work life as well.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) – Judge quietly what is going on around you. Step in and make whatever slight changes are necessary to prevent an error. Avoid a conflict that has the potential to stifle your productivity.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) – When it comes to a business or partnership situation, negotiate a deal you can live with. Nothing is perfect, but at least you’ll get a fair deal if you act diligently.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) – Your home is your castle, and the more you put into your place and your family, the more you will get back. Make changes that please everyone.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) – You’ll have to be innovative in the way you respond to others if you want to get things accomplished.

Diplomacy and willingness to compromise will help you reach your objective.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) – Take note of what others do, and you’ll discover how to avoid a mistake that could lead to injury or insult. Focus on love, not anger and sorrow.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) – Take on extra work if it can help you show your expertise and superiority. Display your knowledge and push for a change that will make your world a better place.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) – Look at the big picture and diversify as much as possible to get the most out of your assets. Networking will pay off personally as well as professionally.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) – Ask first when it comes to a big decision at work. If you don’t, you will run into opposition that may leave you stranded just when you want to leap into action. Clear all obstacles to proceed.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) – Helping others will be gratifying and valuable down the line.

You should go out of your way to help others, because you’ll need to call in some favors eventually. Good fortune looms.

Documentary ‘Inequality for All’ is a quick study on wealth gap ‘Inequality for All’

By JOHN DEFORE Special to The Washington Post Hoping to spur debate about income inequality, as “An Inconvenient Truth” did over climate change, Jacob Kornbluth’s “Inequality for All” listens intently as former Labor Secretary Robert Reich recounts the history of America’s rich and poor divide and argues that the status quo is destroying our nation. Kornbluth has it easier than Al Gore and Davis Guggenheim did on the environmental film. Here, the job is not to convince us of something many Americans don’t want to believe, but to address something we all know is happening and nail down just how bad it really is. Judging from the pit left in a viewer’s stomach, it does the job pretty well.

The trouble will be influencing those who make policy.

Like “Truth,” this film avoids the familiar impartial-arbiter mode of documentary filmmaking and adopts a single perspective as its own. (Viewers will not, in other words, hear from any Gordon Gekko types arguing that wealth belongs to those who can take it.) Both films pair bits of biographical color with footage of well-polished lectures, bringing in just enough outside material to make them feel like real movies.

We meet people at both ends of the spectrum – a married couple with decent-sounding jobs and responsible lifestyles who, between them, have less

Star rating: 3 out of 4 Runs: 89 minutes Rated: PG

University of California at Berkeley photo

Former Labor Secretary Robert Reich recounts the history of America’s rich/poor divide in “Inequality for All.” than $150 in the bank; and a venture capital executive who, in his own words, makes “a ridiculous amount of money.”

Refreshingly, the latter man – Nick Hanauer, who got his start in his family’s pillow-manufacturing company – agrees that the shift of more and more wealth into fewer pockets isn’t good in the long run, even for the rich.

He says he once believed, as so many of his peers do, that he was a “job creator” and should therefore be favored by government policies.

Then he realized that even the most profligate billionaires don’t buy enough goods to keep an economy robust. His middle-class customers, Hanauer says, were the real job creators.

Reich has a mountain

of data to back that up. He shows how one graph – a history of the concentration of wealth that peaks dramatically at 1928 and 2007 – coincides with many other data sets, always finding unfavorable outcomes in the years when the fewest had the most.

Those graphs represent dramatic insights, but they zip by in a film that has so many things to address: technology’s effect on jobs (it hasn’t reduced their number, just lowered their average wage); the myth of upward mobility in the United States (Britain, that bastion of class-entrenchment, has more movement upward); and the ways in which the middle class coped for decades with stagnant wages but has now used up its options.

Gore’s film was based on one PowerPoint lecture, while this follows Reich’s semester-long “Wealth and Poverty” class at Berkeley.

Predictably, it feels rushed, which is inevitable for a doc intending to reach – and to rally – a mainstream audience.

But any politician hoping to redistribute America’s wealth should screen it before every stump speech – and shout, “Hey, listen to this part!” when Reich notes that all “free markets” have rules.

The important question is who benefits from them.

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Mom-to-be wants husband to join her It’s not unusual for Dear Abby: I’m three months pregnant. Before I got pregnant, my husband and I enjoyed having wine with dinner or a margarita when we were out on the town.

We didn’t drink to excess, but have enjoyed alcohol in moderation.

Obviously, I can’t drink anymore, but my husband carries on like nothing has changed.

I’m becoming resentful every time we go out to eat.

I asked him once if he’d quit drinking until our baby arrives.

He looked shocked and said, “Why? I’m not pregnant.”

I guess I feel left out because he’s having fun. I want him to suffer with me, and this is really getting on my nerves. Any advice? – Resentful In Tennessee Dear Resentful: Yes. If you feel you are missing out on “fun” if you can’t drink, you have a potential alcohol problem.

Tell your husband that when he drinks in front of you, it

DEAR ABBY Jeanne Phillips makes you crave alcohol, and ask again that he respect your feelings and not do it.

A considerate husband and father-to-be should respect that you are doing the heavy lifting (literally) and help all he can.

Dear Abby: I’m a 28-year-old man who was born disabled. I have not had a date in years.

I’d like to date and have a girlfriend, but when women look at me, all they see is my wheelchair.

I’m a good person, well-mannered, respectful, caring and compassionate. Any advice you can offer would be appreciated.

– Lonely In Illinois Dear Lonely: I’m glad you wrote because it’s important that you not allow yourself to be isolated.

Get out and participate

in activities you enjoy that include like-minded people.

While you may have been born disabled, I’m sure you have abilities and talents that would be welcomed if you choose to volunteer them.

If you haven’t already, search the various online dating sites for both disabled and nondisabled individuals or contact a disability advocacy organization for guidance or to help you get access.

Seek advice within the disabled community (in person or online) from individuals who have more experience with dating than you do.

They can also help you navigate any physical barriers that might prevent you from dating, if that’s an issue.

There’s a saying, “Seek and ye shall find,” and it applies in your situation. I wish you the best of luck.

• Write Dear Abby at www. dearabby.com.

Growling stomach can mean more than hunger Dear Doctor K: Why does my stomach sometimes make growling noises?

Dear Reader: Maybe your stomach is trying to talk to my stomach. My stomach is periodically trying to talk to someone, that’s for sure.

Stomach noises happen in everyone, although they seem to plague some people more than others. It happens all the time – I’m examining a patient, his or her stomach growls, and I say, “Time for lunch?” I assume it means the patient is hungry.

That’s an ancient belief. For centuries, people have associated stomach growling with hunger.

But do these noises always mean you’re hungry? And could these growling noises ever be a sign of illness?

First, a little anatomy. The abdomen (the belly) is where the noise is coming from. The abdomen includes most of the digestive system: the stomach and intestines. The mouth, throat and esophagus (the swallowing tube) are above the abdomen.

The digestive system is really a series of tubes. It moves food from the mouth to the stomach and small intestine, where it is digested. Then it moves the waste material (what’s left after diges-

ASK DOCTOR K Anthony L. Komaroff tion) down the large intestine and out of the body.

The movement of food, and then of waste, occurs by the process called peristalsis (pearuh-STAL-sis). Peristalsis is an organized, sequential squeezing of the tubes of the digestive system.

(It’s a bit like squeezing a tube of toothpaste.)

The stomach and intestines are filled with a mix of solid material, fluid and air. Often air and liquid are mixed up and rearranged by peristalsis. This causes the odd noises you sometimes hear. When a doctor puts a stethoscope on your abdomen, he or she can often hear the gurgling noises, even if they are not loud enough (at the moment) for you to hear. The gurgling noises are called borbyrygmi (bor-beRIG-me).

Occasional stomach growling is entirely normal. In fact, if you have abdominal pain, doctors worry more when the gurgling is absent than when it is present. Hearing no bowel sounds in someone who has abdominal

pain could be an indication of an inflamed pancreas, inflammation of the lining of the abdomen or a tear in the wall of the intestine.

Also, most people who come out of major surgery have exceptionally quiet digestive tracts.

That’s because normal movement of the bowel wall temporarily stops after a major trauma such as surgery.

On rare occasions, a growling stomach may indicate illness.

Your stomach may growl louder, or sound high-pitched or even “tinkling,” if there is an infection.

Growling sounds may also change if you have a partial or complete intestinal blockage or obstruction. What you’re hearing is your intestines trying to push fluid, gas and waste products past the trouble area. But if there’s obstruction, the patient is also typically bloated, has cramping pain and may be nauseated and vomiting.

Finally, a noisy abdomen does not necessarily mean you are hungry. A much more reliable sign is actually feeling hungry.

• Dr. Komaroff is a physician and professor at Harvard Medical School. Visit www.AskDoctorK. com to send questions and get additional information.

teens to be depressed

Dr. Wallace: I’m 17 and have bouts of depression.

I don’t understand why this happens because I’ve got a great boyfriend, and even though my parents are a bit strict, we get along all right. I’m a good student, but I do get upset if I don’t get an A on a test.

What causes my depression, and how can I escape from this miserable feeling? When I’m depressed, I don’t feel like doing anything, and I don’t want to see or talk to anybody. I lock myself in my room and listen to my favorite music.

It usually takes me a couple of days to recover from this “feeling blue,” and the idea of suicide has even crossed my mind once or twice.

What can I do? – Depressed, Columbia, S.C. Dear Depressed: It’s not unusual for teens to have bouts of depression from time to time. Psychologists who specialize in teen problems say that just about anything can set off depression in a teenager. Because the high moods are so high, the lows feel especially low.

“We call these years ‘terrific’ because things are either ‘terrifically great’ or ‘terrifically terrible,’” says psychiatrist Dr. Helen DeRosis, one of the country’s experts on depression.

Depression strikes particularly hard during the teen years because the transition from childhood to adulthood brings special problems.

Conflicts between teens and their parents are upsetting, as are problems with boyfriends or girlfriends.

Physiological changes may come so suddenly and so rapidly that teens feel they have no control over their bodies – or anything else, for that matter. This sense of helplessness often trig-

’TWEEN 12 & 20 Robert Wallace gers the blues.

Some of the most common symptoms of depression include exhaustion, a change in eating habits and an inability to concentrate. If you find you’re suffering from these problems, the experts suggest the following: 1. Coddle yourself a little. Buy something special, go somewhere fun or do something you’re good at.

2. Find one or two people you trust and confide in them. Do not spend time with other depressed people.

3. Maintain a regular routine and get some physical exercise.

4. Don’t try to medicate yourself. Drugs can be dangerous – even fatal – unless taken under a doctor’s supervision.

5. Start keeping a journal or a diary if you don’t keep one already.

Dr. Herbert Rosenthal, medical director of the Allied Teenage Guidance and Adult Counseling Service, often gives diaries to his teenage patients. “Writing in a journal or diary lets you get rid of a lot of anger in a harmless way,” he says.

6. Use logic to fight your moods and remember that your feelings are normal.

But if nothing seems to work and your depression persists – especially if you have recurring suicidal thoughts or sudden and extreme changes in behavior, or if you become dependent upon drugs or alcohol to cheer you up – seek help from a professional counselor.

• Email Dr. Robert Wallace at rwallace@ galesburg.net.

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CELEBRITY CIPHER

Carl Gustav Jung said, “Knowledge rests not upon truth alone, but upon error also.”

How true that is. All bridge players make mistakes. But each hopes to learn something from those errors.

Today’s deal occurred during a social game. First, look at the auction. With which calls do you disagree and what would you have done differently?

There were two clear-cut errors (and a few calls that were debatable). The definite mistakes were, first, North’s passing over two clubs. She might have bid two no-trump, showing 18-20 points, because partner had promised some cards with his one-spade bid. (He would have passed with nothing when East responded one diamond.) A second possibility was another takeout double, typically indicating three-card spade support and extra values.

Also, South, over two diamonds, should have competed with two hearts. Of course, that might have got his side to four hearts, an unmakable game, instead of to four spades, the makable game.

Against two spades, West led a low club. South ran that to his jack, took dummy’s top trumps, played three rounds of diamonds, ruffing the last in his hand, and cashed dummy’s two club winners, discarding a heart while East ruffed in. East shifted to the heart 10, which South strangely covered with his king to lose three tricks in the suit and collect only one overtrick. Since West was marked with the heart ace, South should have ducked the heart. West would have won but would have been endplayed into conceding a second overtrick.

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2 doors. 31X53x14” $50 847-464-5543 Couch & Plush Chair 7' beige couch & matching chair.

Very good quality & condition $150. 630-659-8308 Dining Room Set Thomasville, Oval Table to 72” - 2 leafs, 6 chairs – new upholstery; Beautiful china cabinet. Must see. $350 obo.

630-377-8499 aft. 5p

Rocker for Child White Wicker, $60.

847-464-5543

Table - Small Octagon Mahogany table. 2 chairs, Glass top, 36” round. Exc. Cond. $150.

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1929 Eveready Console Radio Model 52, Has a few blemishes.

Is a great radio for restoration or for parts - $65 630-363-5482 after 7pm

RANGE - Used GE gas range with DVD/CD PLAYER self-cleaning oven approximately 5 7 Disc, JVC, $40. years old. Model No. JGBP35BE- Hampshire area. 847-830-9725 Glassware – Fostoria, green argus J1BB. Color: black Dimensions: 30 inches wide, 48 inches high, 32 TV/VCR. Toshiba. Works great. Only set of 9 water glasses, sherberts & dessert plates - $160 inches deep including 2 inches for used in guest rm. $40. Hampshire 630-232-0983 area. 847-830-9725 handles on oven. Operators manual included. $325. 630-945-6170

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Gas Grill 42” high 20” grill w/ 2 14” shelves, $30 847-741-1223 Luggage - New Soft Side 5 Pieces With Wheels - Kohl's, $180, asking $80.

630-761-6616

Snowblower – Craftsman - Vintage, 3 Hp, 15” path, runs well - $45.

630-232-0183

Air Hockey Table. Electric.

Sportcraft. 6' oval. $65 Hampshire area. 847-830-9725 Pool Table – AMF Playmaster, Regulation Size, Excellent Condition, Includes: Cues, Balls & Stand - $500.

630-677-1002

WASHER - Used White-Westinghouse washer 10+ years old. Weight bench: professional weight PATIO SET ~ ALUMINUM WANTED: Log Splitter Washer is also Heavy Duty, Extra bench, 300lb+olympic weights, Black, 2 chairs, loveseat, Any Condition. 630-232-0183 Large Capacity-8 cycle. 30 inches asst. curl bars, dumb bells, access. 6 cushions and a coffee table. wide. Available for immediate pick$250 815-385-5145 Great condition! $80 DON'T NEED IT? up. Color: Off White. Price: $80.

630-513-0938 SELL IT FAST! 630-945-6170 LOOKING FOR A JOB? Kane County Chronicle Classified Buying? Selling?

Arm Chairs (2) Rattan honey Find the job you want at: Call 877-264-2527 or Renting? Hiring? stained w/upholstered cushions, KCChronicle.com/jobs KCChronicle.com matching ottoman. From House of To place an ad, Rattan. Beautiful cond. Not for outcall 877-264-2527 door use. $350/set OBO. Kane County Chronicle Classified 630-677-1477 IN ORDER TO SETTLE THE ESTATE OF ROBERT AND MARGARET STUART, THE FOLLOWING PERSONAL PROPERTY WILL BE OFFERED AT AUCTION LOCATED AT 1165 MITCHELL ROAD, AURORA, ILLINOIS. (CORNER OF INDIAN TRAIL AND MITCHELL, PLENTY OF OFF ROAD PARKING) AUCTION HELD INSIDE.

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CITY OF NAPERVILLE SURPLUS VEHICLES & EQUIPMENT & POLICE DEPARTMENT SEIZED VEHICLES

Saturday, September 28, 2013 9:00 A.M. - viewing at 7:30 A.M. 180 Fort Hill Dr. Naperville, IL 60540 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Cars - SUVs, minivans, vans, pick-up trucks, misc automotive equipment, parts, tires & components, furniture & other misc. items.

Plus Approximately 47 Seized Vehicles For a complete list and photos visit: www.EspeAuctions.com *** Please note this list is subject change. *** *** NO BUYERS PREMIUM *** Terms: Cash, Money Order, Cashier's Check, Certified Check, Travelers Check, Visa, Master Card & Discover (3% processing fee for use of Visa or Master Card) No Company Checks or Personal Checks (unless accompanied by bank letter of guarantee) - full payment required All pieces sold “as is” and “with all faults” and must be removed the same day.

Titles will be signed over to purchaser same day Sale pending obtaining title cars - will only be sold if title is in hand Announcements made day of auction supersede any printed material City of Naperville 630-420-6720

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH STARTING AT 10:30 A.M. COLLECTABLE COCA-COLA FOUNTAIN DISPENSING BARREL BY MULTIPLEX FAUCET CO. MODEL 457; WURLITZER ORGAN; ETHAN ALLEN MAPLE FULL SIZE BED; MATCHING DRESSER; LA Z BOY CHAIRS; FULL SIZE HIDE-A-BED; UPHOLSTERED ROCKING SWIVEL CHAIRS; 2 SOFA’S ETHAN ALLEN LOVE SEAT; MAPLE ROUND KITCHEN TABLE W/ 4 CHAIRS; BOOK CASES; ADVERTISING MATCH BOOKS AURORA BUSINESS ETC; BOYD S BEAR COLLECTION; LAMPS; ORECK VAC; COLLECTOR PLATES BRADFORD EXCHANGE CHARLES WYSOCKI; CHEST FREEZER; SIDE BY SIDE FRIDGE; LARGE ASSORTMENT OF HOLIDAY DECORATIONS FOR ALL; LOTS OF HOUSEWARES, KITCHENWARE, POTS, PANS, DISHWARE; NICE CHINA SET; SET OF CORELLE BLUE ONION DISHWARE; ONEIDA SILVER FLATWARE; SEVERAL REVERE WARE PIECES; SILVER SETS; ROGERS STERLING HEAVY DOUBLE CANDLE HOLDERS; HAVILAND CHINA SET LORRAINE SERVICE FOR 9; ETCHED CRYSTAL AND LEAD CRYSTAL; LOTS OF OTHER COLLECTABLE GLASSWARE; BELL, BIRD AND DECORATED EGG COLLECTIONS; LOTS OF OLD BEER BOXES AND WOOD CRATES; GRAIN BELT AND LONE STAR BEER SIGNS; LOTS OF OLD ANTIQUE AND PRIMITIVE FURNITURE THAT NEEDS RESTORATION; WE WILL HAVE SEVERAL PALLET LOADS OF HOUSEHOLD ITEMS SOLD AS A LOT, A GREAT CHANCE TO FIND A TREASURE; LOTS OF YARD AND GARDEN TOOLS; PORTABLE AIR COMPRESSOR; NICE GAS POWERED LAWN MOWER; OLD POP RACKS FOR DISPLAY; MANY LINENS AND TABLE CLOTHS; 2 LOADED GOLF BAGS; AND MANY OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST AND COLLECTABLE TO NUMEROUS TO MENTION. TERMS: 10% BUYER’S PREMIUM. CASH, CHECK VISA, MC ON SALE DAY, NOTHING REMOVED UNTIL SETTLED FOR, NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS INJURY OR THEFT. *FREE* APPLE CIDER DONUTS FROM KUIPER’S FAMILY FARMS. COME EARLY, LOOK, BUY & ENJOY! PICTURES ON WEB SITE WWW. ALMBURGAUCTIONS.COM

ESTATES OF RAY STEIL AND ROBERT & MARGARET STUART ALMBURG AUCTIONEERING INC. 815-825-2727, MALTA, ILLINOIS. STEVE AND ANDREW. All our auctions with pictures are advertised worldwide @ www.almburgauctions.com

ESPE AUCTIONEERING ELBURN, IL

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1996 Ford F250 7.3 Power Stroke, Cab+1/2, 4WD, runs great, some rust. (815) 739-5230.

TFI Medical Bed Assist Assistive bed rail for use w/most mattress & box springs. Shown on Walgreens website - $25 630-377-6870

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CAR, TRUCK, SUV,

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WILL BEAT ANY QUOTE GIVEN!! $400 - $2000 “don't wait.... call 2day”!!

Fireplace, heat, gas, water incl.

A/C, D/W, disposal, microwave, blinds, patios, clubhouse, pool.

Garages available, small pets OK.

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Garage, $900 + utilities.

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Studio $550,1BR $700, 2BR $850 NO PETS! 630-841-0590

St. Charles - Newly Renovated

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Will pay extra for Honda, Toyota & Nissan

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ST. CHARLES 1st MO FREE! Lrg 1BR $769, Lrg 2BR from $829/mo. Incl heat, water, cooking gas, Appliances & laundry.

630-584-1685 ST. CHARLES, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, laundry, air, heat incl. No pets + security deposit. $825/mo.

630-289-7484

Sycamore 2Bed, 2Bath, Deck, 1Car, Stainless Appliances, Granite Counters, Gorgeous! Lovely Area Close to Schools. $1025/Month Call 847-347-0514

Geneva. 2BR, 1BA. Family Rm, Living Rm, Eat in Kitchen.

1 car garage. $1375/mo.

630-251-4652

ST. CHARLES 3 BEDROOM Renovated historic home 2 bath, pine floors, all appliances, garage. $1650.00/month.

630-513-9477

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1 bath, appliances, $1100/mo + security. 630-365-4441

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ST. CHARLES Off/Ware Space Near Mooseheart Small1BR Cottage in private park-like setting.

Utilities and laundry incl. No smoking or pets. $700. 630-897-7711

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MOVE IN SPECIAL 1ST MONTH FREE 2200 square foot light industrial/commercial space for rent. Office space size varies 14X14 foot overhead door. Easy access to I-88. $1,100/month Contact: Dan 815-754-6484

Kane County Chronicle Classified 877-264-2527

PUBLIC NOTICE PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF KANE. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. FIRST STATE BANK, an Illinois Banking Corporation, Plaintiff, v. WILLIAM G. BROOKS, JR., CLAUDIA J. BROOKS, CAPONE'S HIDEAWAY LODGE, INC., D/B/A AL CAPONE'S HIDEAWAY, INC., AL CAPONE DISTRIBUTING, INC., UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, STATE OF ILLINOIS, ST. CHARLES BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, DISCOVER BANK, US FOODS, INC., f/k/a US FOODSERVICE, INC.UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No. 11 CH 2414 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 19th day of July, 2013, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois, or one of his deputies, will on Thursday, the 17th day of October, 2013, commencing at 9:00

ng a.m., in the Kane County Judicial Center, Room JC100, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twentyfour (24) hours), the following described premises situated in Kane County, Illinois. Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a Receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is commonly known as 35W337 Riverside Drive, St. Charles, IL 60174.

PINs: 09-10-255-023; 09-10255-024; 09-10-276-020; and 09-10-276-021.

The real estate is improved with a restaurant. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. 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. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1) (H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. For information contact Plaintiff's attorney: James F. White, White & Ekker, P.C., 263 Main Street, Sugar Grove, IL 60554, (630) 466-1600, between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. only. PLEASE BE AD-

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p. ly VISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION.

PUBLIC NOTICE (Published in the Kane County Chronicle, September 12, 19 & 26, PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT 2013.)

COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLPUBLIC NOTICE LECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION NOTICE OF PUBLICATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR AUCTION OF REAL ESTATE THAT PURPOSE. STATE OF ILLICase No. 13 CH 1062 NOIS, COUNTY OF KANE. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH On October 17, 2013 at 9:00 JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, KANE COUNTY, a.m. certain real estate commonly ILLINOIS. FIRST STATE BANK, an known as: Illinois Banking Corporation, Plaintiff, v. WILLIAM G. BROOKS, JR., Property I: 520 Walnut Avenue, CLAUDIA J. BROOKS, CAPONE'S Elgin, Illinois 60123 HIDEAWAY LODGE, INC., D/B/A AL Property II: 241 South State CAPONE'S HIDEAWAY, INC., AL Street, Elgin, Illinois 60123 CAPONE DISTRIBUTING, INC., UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Will Be Sold at Public Auction to STATE OF ILLINOIS, ST. CHARLES the highest bidder for cash: BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, DISCOVER BANK, US FOODS, INC., The properties consists of: Multi- f/k/a US FOODSERVICE, INC.UNTenant Commercial/Residential KNOWN OWNERS and NONProperty RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No. 11 CH 2414.

Contact: Michael A. O¡ÇBrien at NOTICE OF SALE 630-871-9400 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a judgment enFormal Notice of this Judicial tered in the above cause on the Sale of Real Estate will be found in 19th day of July, 2013, Patrick B. the Legal Notices section of this Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, newspaper with the above-men- Illinois, or one of his deputies, will tioned case number. on Thursday, the 17th day of October, 2013, commencing at 9:00 (Published in the Kane County a.m., in the Kane County Judicial Chronicle, September 12, 19 & 26, Center, Room JC100, 37W777 2013.)

Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, sell to the highest bidder for cash Send your Classified (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twentyAdvertising 24/7 to: four (24) hours), the following described premises situated in Kane Email: classified@ County, Illinois. Said sale shall be shawsuburban.com subject to general taxes, special asFax: 815-477-8898 sessments or special taxes levied or online at: against said real estate. The subject www.KCChronicle.com answers on page 45 Easy

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against said ubj property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a Receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: Parcel One: Lots 3040, 3041, 3042, 3043, 3044, 3045, 3046, 3047, 3048 and Lot 3072 in Map 4 of Fox River Heights, in the Township of St. Charles, Kane County, Illinois. Parcel Two: Lots 3110, 3111, 3112, 3113, 3114, 3115, 3116, 3117, 3118, 3119, 3120, 3121 and 3146 of Map 4 of Fox River Heights, St. Charles Township, Kane County, Illinois. Commonly known as 35W337 Riverside Drive, St. Charles, IL 60174. PINs: 0910-255-023; 09-10-255-024; 09-10-276-020; and 09-10-276021.

The real estate is improved with a restaurant. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. 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. In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1) (H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. For information contact Plaintiff's attorney: James F. White, White & Ekker, P.C., 263 Main Street, Sugar Grove, IL 60554, (630) 466-1600, be-

(630) tween the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. only. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. (Published in the Kane County Chronicle, September 12, 19 & 26, 2013.)

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS HEARTLAND BANK AND TRUST COMPANY SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CITIZENS FIRST NATIONAL BANK, Plaintiff, v.

ELIAS CORTEZ, ROSALBA CORTEZ, FIRST AMERICAN BANK, AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED AUGUST 12, 2008 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 1-08-119 AND ALL BENEFICIARIES OF SAID TRUST, UNKNOWN TENANTS OR OCCUPANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

No. 13 CH 1062 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above-entitled cause, on August 15, 2013, in favor of Heartland Bank and Trust Company, Successor in Interest to Citizens First National Bank in the amount of $355,284.42, plus attorneys' fees of $5,866.25 and costs of $3,191.55 (the "Judgment"), Patrick B. Perez, Sheriff of Kane

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/s/ John A. Cunningham Kane County Clerk Public Notice is hereby given that on September 6, 2013 a cer(Published in the Kane County tificate was filed in the office of the County Clerk of Kane County, Illi- Chronicle, September 19, 26 & nois, setting forth the names and October 3, 2013.) addresses of all persons owning, PUBLIC NOTICE conducting and transacting the business known as CRANSTON ASSUMED NAME HOUSE located at 3013 Cranston Ave., Elgin, IL 60124.

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Public Notice is hereby given that on September 17, 2013 a certificate was filed in the office of the County Clerk of Kane County, Illinois, setting forth the names and addresses of all persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as COOKIES ON THIRD located at 228 S Third St, Geneva, IL 60134.

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(Published in the Daily Chronicle, September 19, 26 & October 3, The City of Geneva reserves the IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 2013.) right to reject any or all bids and SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT waive technicalities.

KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS PUBLIC NOTICE Bid packages can be obtained EARTHMOVER CREDIT UNION by contacting Kirk Landberg, PurCOMPANY, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE chasing and Inventory Coordinator, Plaintiff, SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT City of Geneva, 1800 South Street, vs.

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TIEDEMANN, MARY A. BICE, CHRIS MARTHA ORTIZ BICE, HARMONY PROPERTY IN- Plaintiff (Published in the Kane County vs.

Count I: LOT 6 IN BLOCK 13 OF VESTMENTS, LLC, WELLS FARGO JESUS M ORTIZ Chronicle, September 26, 2013.)

J.C. AND W. H. KIMBALL'S ADDI- BANK, N.A., CITIZENS FIRST NA- Defendant TIONAL BANK N/K/A HEARTLAND TION TO ELGIN, IN THE CITY OF ELBANK & TRUST, CEDARDWOOD PUBLIC NOTICE GIN, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. CASE NO. 13 D 1246 PROPERTIES, LLC, UNKNOWN PUBLICATION NOTICE OWNERS, UNKNOWN TENANTS & COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 520 NOTICE OF HERBICIDE The requisite affidavit(s) having Walnut Avenue, Elgin, Illinois NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS APPLICATION Defendants. been duly filed herein, NOTICE IS 60123 HEREBY GIVEN TO ALL DEFEN- Notice is being given to all resiDANTS IN THE ABOVE ENTITLED CASE NO. 13 CH 1977 PIN NO: 06-23-202-011 ACTION, that said action has been dents of Geneva Community Unit PUBLICATION NOTICE commenced in said Court by the School District #304 that herbicide Count II: LOT 1 OF MOTE'S SUB- NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF ACTION plaintiff(s), naming you as defen- weed control products will be apDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION plied to the natural areas for Middle dant(s) therein and praying OF LOT 16 OF RAYMOND'S SEC- The requisite affidavit for publicaFor Judgment of Dissolution of Schools North and South, Fabyan, OND ADDITION TO ELGIN, KANE tion having been filed, notice is giv- Marriage, Williamsburg and Mill Creek Eleen to you, UNKNOWN OWNERS, and for other relief; that sum- mentary Schools on October 3, COUNTY, ILLINOIS. UNKNOWN TENANTS & NON- mons has been issued out of this 2013 weather permitting. Should COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 241 RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, Court against you as provided by there be a weather delay the herbiSouth State Street, Elgin, Illinois in the above entitled suit, that the law, and, that this action is still cide will be applied on October 4, said suit has been commenced in pending and undetermined in said 2013. Questions may be directed 60123 the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit Court Court. to the Office of Facility Operations at of Kane County, Illinois, by the NOW, THEREFORE, unless you 630-463-3020.

PIN NO: 06-13-357-001 Plaintiff against you and other De- file your answer or otherwise make your appearance in said action in The person to contact for infor- fendants, praying for the foreclosure this Court, by filing the same in the (Published in the Kane County mation regarding this property is: of certain Mortgage(s) recorded office of the Clerk of the Circuit Chronicle, August 7, 2013.)

Michael A. O'Brien, Esq. (630) against the premises as follows to Court on or before October 25, wit: 871-9400 2013, AN ORDER OF DEFAULT PUBLIC NOTICE MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU. LOT 133 IN SLAKER'S FIFTH ADThe terms of sale are: IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I DITION TO THE VILLAGE OF NORTH have hereunto set my hand and afThe Board of Trustees of the St. Ten percent (10%) due by cash AURORA, IN THE VILLAGE OF fixed the Seal of said Court on Charles Public Library District is NORTH AURORA, KANE COUNTY, September 19, 2013. or certified funds at the time of the currently soliciting bids for Interior sale and balance is due by noon ILLINOIS. and Exterior Renovation construcWITNESS, September 19, 2013 tion. Sealed bids will be received the following Tuesday after the sale /s/ Thomas M. Hartwell to the Kane County Sheriff. The PIN: 15-04-179-003 Clerk of the Circuit Court at the library until 1:00 P.M. Monday, October 28, 2013. A Public subject property is subject to real Bid opening shall be held on Monestate taxes, special assessments or COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 326 Martha Ortiz day, October 30, 2013 at 10:00 special taxes levied against said HARMONY DRIVE, NORTH AURO- 1105 Front St A.M. in the conference room at the real estate and is offered for sale RA, IL 60542 Aurora, IL 60505 library. Contractors may obtain the without any representation as to 630-546-2615 bid documents, plans and specifiquality or quantity of title and with- and which said Mortgages were executed by HARMONY PROPERTY (Published in the Kane County cations beginning on Monday, out recourse to plaintiff and in "As Is" condition. The sale is further INVESTMENTS, LLC, and recorded Chronicle, September 26, October September 30, 2013 by accessing the following site: subject to confirmation by the in the office of the Recorder of 3 & 10, 2013.)

Deeds of Kane County, Illinois, as court. www.

Document No. 2006K097607 and e-arc.com/il/chicago/northlasalle PUBLIC NOTICE The properties are each improved for such other relief prayed: That by: Multi-Tenant Commercial/Resi- summons was duly issued out of In addition, copies will be at the the said Sixteenth Judicial Circuit NOTICE dential Property library where they may be reCourt against you as provided by The properties may be inspected law, and that the said suit is now DUPLICATE sealed BIDS submit- viewed. pending. ted in a sealed envelope with the prior to sale: No. words “CUTAWAY VAN and SER- A Pre-Bid Meeting is scheduled NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS VICE BODY” marked on it, will be for Tuesday, October 8, 2013 at Together with all buildings and 1:00 pm at the Library. The meetimprovements thereon, and the ten- YOU, Defendants, UNKNOWN received by the City of Geneva, Illi& NON-RECORD nois, until 11:00 AM, Friday, Octo- ing is mandatory for prime bidders. ements, hereditaments and appur- OWNERS CLAIMANTS file your answer to the ber 11, 2013, at the Office of the tenants thereunto. /s/ Kimberly Reese, Secretary complaint in said suit or otherwise Administrator, City of Geneva, 22 make your appearance therein, in South First Street, Geneva, Illinois The Board of Library Trustees of the NOTICE-PUBLICATIONSt. Charles Public Library the office of the Clerk of the Twenty 60134.

JUDICIAL SALE Kane and DuPage Counties, Illinois Third Judicial Circuit Court, 133 W. WITNESS: State Street, City of Sycamore, This work shall be done in accor- Architect: /s/ Thomas M. Hartwell DeKalb County, Illinois on or before dance with the specifications of the Lohan Anderson Thomas M. Hartwell, Clerk of the the 21st day of October, 2013 de- City of Geneva.

401 N. Michigan Avenue Sixteenth Judicial Circuit Court, and fault may be entered against you at Chicago, IL 66011 any time after that day and a judgContractors and Subcontractors the seal thereof, Kane, Illinois (312) 229-6925 ment entered in accordance with shall pay not less than the prevailBill Boznos ing Rate of Wages as found by the bboznos@lohananderson.com 8/30/13 the prayer of said complaint.

Department of Labor or as are deDate Dated: September 9, 2013 termined by the Court of Appeal, Owner: Kane County, to all laborers, work- St. Charles Public Library District O'Brien Law Offices, P.C. /s/ Thomas M. Hartwell man, and mechanics performing One S. Sixth Avenue Michael A. O'Brien Clerk of the Circuit Court work under the Contract. A signed St. Charles, IL 60174 Leslie G. Bleifuss certification stating the above as Diana Brown, Library Director 124A South County Farm Road Prepared by: well as the fact that the bidder is (630) 584-0076, ext. 228 Wheaton, Illinois 60187 JEFFREY L. LEWIS #06275559 not barred from bidding as a result dbrown@stcharleslibrary.org Ph: (630) 871-9400 LLC Klein, Stoddard, Buck & Lewis, of a violation of either Section 33EFax: (630) 871-9435 2045 Aberdeen Court 3 or 33E-4 of Chapter 720, Illinois (Published in the Kane County Atty. No. 6216625/6224495 Sycamore, IL 60178 Compiled Revised Statutes, [720 Chronicle September 26, 2013.)

ILCS 5/33E-3 and 5/33E4 (Published in the Kane County (815) 748-0380 Have a news tip (2009)].

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2013.)

Call us at 630-845-5355 The City reserves the right to defer or email acceptance of any proposal for a editorial@kcchronicle.com

unningham Kane County Clerk County Clerk of Kane County, Illinois, setting forth the names and GORDON TRUCKING (Published in the Kane County addresses of all persons owning, CDL-A Drivers Needed A better ASSUMED NAME Carrier. A better Career. Up to Chronicle, September 12, 19 & conducting and transacting the PUBLICATION NOTICE 26, 2013.) business known as SemperFiSup- $5,000 Sign-on Bonus! Earn Up to ply located at 330 Sundown Rd., .46 cpm Dedicated/Home Weekly Public Notice is hereby given Available! Call 7 days/wk! EOE South Elgin, IL 60177. that on September 11, 2013 a cerGordonTrucking.com PUBLIC NOTICE 888-653-3304 tificate was filed in the office of the Dated: September 25, 2013.

County Clerk of Kane County, IlliLAKE COUNTY SUPPLEMENTAL ASSUMED NAME nois, setting forth the names and /s/ John A. Cunningham Municipal Vehicle & Equipment PUBLICATION NOTICE addresses of all persons owning, Auction Saturday, Sept.28 - 9am Kane County Clerk conducting and transacting the Lake County Fairgrounds 1060 E. Public Notice is hereby given that Peterson Rd., Grayslake IL OBEbusiness known as AMY CHRIS(Published in the Kane County NAUF AUCTION SERVICE, Inc. TINE STUDIO located at 311 South on August 26, 2013 a certificate Chronicle, September 26, October was filed in the office of the County nd 847-546-2095 www.ObenaufAuc2 Street, Geneva, IL 60134.

3 & 10, 2013.)

Clerk of Kane County, Illinois, contions.com 8% Buyers Fee - 7% cerning the business known as Sales Tax #444.000105 Dated: September 11, 2013.

PUBLIC NOTICE DOWNTOWN PROFESSIONALS Need Legal Help? FREE REFERRAL Call 877-270-3855 /s/ John A. Cunningham NETWORK located at 28 S Water ASSUMED NAME Courtesy of the Kane County Clerk Suite 202, Batavia, IL 60510 PUBLICATION NOTICE which certificate sets forth the folIllinois State Bar Association at lowing changes in the operation www.IllinoisLawyerFinder.com (Published in the Kane County Public Notice is hereby given Chronicle, September 12, 19 & thereof: SERVE TO LEARN. Jay Schlinsog has ceased doing that on September 18, 2013 a cer26, 2013.)

Earn money for college, train for a business under the above named tificate was filed in the office of the career, receive excellent pay and business and has no further con- County Clerk of Kane County, Illibenefits. Serve in the National PUBLIC NOTICE nection with or financial interest in nois, setting forth the names and Guard. Call 1-800-GO-GUARD or the above named business carried addresses of all persons owning, visit nationalguard.com ASSUMED NAME on under such an assumed name. conducting and transacting the PUBLICATION NOTICE Check us out online business known as SOCIUS BUSIDated: August 26, 2013 NESS ADVISORS located at 602 www.KCChronicle.com Public Notice is hereby given Greenwood Ave, East Dundee, IL that on September 24, 2013 a cer/s/ John A. Cunningham 60118.

Send your Classified tificate was filed in the office of the Kane County Clerk Advertising 24/7 to: County Clerk of Kane County, IlliDated: September 18, 2013. nois, setting forth the names and (Published in the Kane County Email: classified@ addresses of all persons owning, Chronicle, September 12, 19 & shawsuburban.com /s/ John A. Cunningham conducting and transacting the 26, 2013.)

Fax: 815-477-8898 Kane County Clerk business known as AUDIOTECK or online at: PRODUCTIONS located at 1112 PUBLIC NOTICE (Published in the Kane County www.KCChronicle.com Snow Drive, Elburn, IL 60119.

Chronicle, September 19, 26 & October 3, 2013.)

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County, or his Deputy, will on Thursday, October 17, 2013 at 9:00 a.m., at the Kane County Court House, 37W777 Illinois Route 38, Room JC100, St. Charles, Illinois, 60175 sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Kane, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to wit:

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107 N Batavia Ave: Sold on or before 082313 by Gill Properties Llc to Skyline 83 Batavia Investors; $925,000.00 209 Blair St: Sold on or before 082613 by Edward M Richtsteig to Robert Seemann & Lisa Herron; $259,000.00 370 Olson Ct: Sold on or before 082313 by Timothy N Shinko to Anthony Cervini & Andrea Cervini; $271,000.00 705 S Harrison St: Sold on or before 082613 by Kane County Sheriff to Harrison 705 Series Pathinder; $160,000.00

Elburn

39W912 Fabyan Pkwy: Sold on or before 082313 by Gail Myers to Steven J Wymore & Theresa L Wymore; $300,000.00 41W645 Blackberry Crossing Cir: Sold on or before 082613

by Rosario A Greco to Michael Cavaliere Jr & Kathryn P Cavaliere; $370,000.00

Geneva

1871 S Randall Rd E: Sold on or before 082313 by First National Bank Omaha to Hamid Bateni; $215,000.00 406 S 4th St: Sold on or before 082313 by Stackman Trust to Alison R King; $400,000.00 40W097 Wellington Ct: Sold on or before 082613 by Anthony M Mennella to Jeffrey D Held; $320,000.00 825 Winners Cup Ct: Sold on or before 082313 by Robert A

Fleming to Keith R Kometer & Rhonda Kometer; $600,000.00

Maple Park

46W170 State Route 38: Sold on or before 082613 by Boyle Trust to Trisha A Lewis; $440,000.00

North Aurora

225 Linn Ct B: Sold on or before 082313 by Linn 225 Series Pathfinder Hol to Alejandro Martinez Cuazitl; $45,000.00

St. Charles

6N338 Whitmore Cir: Sold on or before 082113 by Homes Of Chicago Llc to Kenneth G Francesconi & Gloria Jean Francesconi; $217,500.00 6N490 Ferson Woods Dr: Sold on or before 081613 by Steven G Morken to Matthew Halbach & Kimberly S Halbach; $450,000.00 7N185 Whispering Trl: Sold on or before 081613 by Fifth Third Mortgage Co to Ronald A Gorka; $470,000.00 86 Mckinley St: Sold on or before 082113 by Emily K Kubas to Lesley S Kolar; $190,000.00 907 Wildrose Springs Dr: Sold on or before 081913 by West Trust to Aaron J Robbins & Joanna N Robbins; $428,500.00 1213 Howard St: Sold on or before 082313 by Vincent Salomon to Stephen E Buehler & Sarah A Buehler; $227,500.00 1421 S 5th St: Sold on or before 082613 by John M Addelia to John A Baker; $254,000.00

1520 Jobe Ave: Sold on or before 082313 by Daniel Heide to Michael T Solazzo & Abigail G Solazzo; $210,000.00 1910 Waverly Cir: Sold on or before 082613 by Frederick Gloege to Thomas E Burke & Sara J Burke; $310,000.00 2026 Bridle Ct: Sold on or before 082213 by Coffee Trust to Samuel J Mayer & Stephanie R Mayer; $438,000.00 262 Fairhaven Dr: Sold on or before 082613 by Julie Collins Moga to Donald Ladenberger; $258,000.00 37W903 Heritage Oaks Dr: Sold on or before 082613 by Kevin P Stevens to Haroon A Qureshi; $525,000.00 38W411 Hilltop Dr: Sold on or before 082613 by Virginia L Marck to Paul Kurilla & Lora Kurilla; $177,500.00 38W735 Eagles Nest Ct: Sold on or before 082613 by Robert

D Roark to Kyle D Welte & Amy Y Welte; $290,000.00 3N728 E Laura Ingalls Wilder Rd: Sold on or before 082313

by Christopher K Howard to Robert L Notaro & Debra R Notaro; $557,500.00 40W952 Campton Trail Rd: Sold on or before 082613 by Barabba Trust to Larry D Ruffin & Anita Ruffin; $914,000.00 520 S 11th St: Sold on or before 082613 by William J Griffiths to Craig R Pierce & Ellen M Pierce; $225,000.00 6N335 B Whitmore Cir: Sold on or before 082613 by M I Homes Of Chicago Llc to Tyler C Lockhart & Samantha Mattingly; $185,000.00 6N335 C Whitmore Cir: Sold on or before 082613 by M I Homes Of Chicago Llc to David J Wronkiewicz; $204,000.00 98 Whittington Crse: Sold on or before 082613 by Chicago

Title Land Trt Co Ttee to Stephen G Dillon & Dana M Dillon; $262,000.00

South Elgin

1449 N Blackhawk Cir: Sold on or before 082313 by Gagnon Trust to Dennis Grabinski; $190,000.00 236 Nicole Dr A: Sold on or before 082313 by Fannie Mae to Mateusz Zmarzly; $162,000.00 43 Ione Dr A: Sold on or before 082313 by Mccarthy Trust to Robert Jaynes; $118,500.00 571 Lake Ridge Dr: Sold on or before 082313 by Jeff Nelson to Kevin A Brainerd & Kelly Sue Brainerd; $318,000.00 611 Ashton Ln: Sold on or before 082313 by Wells Fargo Bank to Bismarck Saiamah & Beatrice Saiamah; $460,000.00 See TRANSFERS, page 6

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Geneva

116 N. Sixth Street

$295,000

Investment Property! Located in the historic downtown Geneva. Walk to shops, restaurants and close to Metra. Three units rented. Tow one bedroom units + the full basement which is also rented as a one bedroom. Excellent tenant / rental history. All month to month. Plenty of parking spaces along with two car garage with heated office in back.

Geneva

424 Eastside Drive

$359,000

Perfect for Builders or Rehabbers. 1 acre lot on Eastside Drive.

Value is in the land and can be subdivided. There is access at the back of the lot for a second driveway from Oakwood Drive.

Located downtown Geneva and the Prairie Path. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home needs some TLC. Sold “As-Is” Condition.

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Lot 1 Barlow Drive 1 Garden Hill Lane, Unit 1 $195,000 St. Charles $245,000 St. Charles Last available lot in Barlow Woods Subdivision. Great opportunity to build your custom dream home on this 2 acre wooded lot in the country, just west of St. Charles.

Gorgeous mature trees creates a private setting.

Convenient access to shopping,entertainment,and close to LaFox and Elburn Metro Train Station. 2.03 acres.

Courtyard entrance to 2/3 bedroom RanchTownhome with center atrium. Living room has wood burning fireplace that looks out onto the private patio which includes a 6’ high brick fence. 3rd bedroom is currently being used as an office. Master bath has private shower and plenty of closet space. This end unit is very quiet and private with mature trees surrounding the property.

Office Space for Rent 303 East Main Street, St. Charles High-end office space available downtown St. Charles. 1 Private office and 2 cubicles fully furnished. Small kitchen, reception area and conferenceroomisalsoavailable.Plentyofparking.

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Batavia $379,000 3S033 Deerpath Rd. On 2.5 acres in Deerpath Road Estates! Updates incl windows, furnace, air & roof! 4br, 2.5ba, crown molding on main level, kit has hardwood flr & opens to fam rm w/fpl, rec rm in walkout bsmt. MLS ID 08442292 Dawn Stippich 630-232-6900

Batavia $374,900 503 Bailey Dr. On corner lot in Wild Meadows, approx 3,200 sq ft, 9 ft ceilings, new central air, 18x14 master br w/sitting rm & luxury bath, 1st flr 5th bedroom, hardwood flr in kit, fam rm fpl, fin bsmt. MLS ID 08414875 Michele & Don McComb 630-553-9000

Batavia $179,900 417 Laurel St. Bank foreclosure, 4br (1 on main level), 3ba, partly fin bsmt, 2 car gar. MLS ID 08442727

Batavia $178,900 505 Cleveland Ave. On 221 ft deep lot, many updates, wood flrs thruout, enclosed front porch, 3br, 1.5ba, 21x14 liv rm, formal din, bsmt, 2 car gar. MLS ID 08445854 Keith Sennstrom 630-232-6900

Campton Hills $238,000 4N786 Brookside West Dr. Ranch on approx 1 acre, quick close OK, enw carpet, updated roof, 3br, 2ba, 13x21 liv rm, oak cabinetry,bsmt. MLS ID 08435794 Brenda Galauner 630-232-6900

Elburn $298,000 1223 President St. Backs to ponds & open area in Blackberry Creek, Kaneland Schools, 3,530 sq ft, wood laminate flrs in most rms, 4br incl 29x18 master, loft, 1st flr den, 25x20 liv/din combo w/fpl, 20x20 fam rm. MLS ID 08382918 Donna McQuade 630-232-6900

Geneva $347,400 1809 Williamsburg Ave. On corner lot in Williamsburg South, 2,744 sq ft, 4br (master has luxury bath & sitting rm), 1st flr den, crown molding in liv rm, din rm & fam rm w/fpl. Center island & ceramic flr in kit. MLS ID 08408181 Donna McQuade 630-232-6900

Geneva $329,900 529 Linden Ct 7. End-unit brick townhouse near town & Metra, 1,837 sq ft, crown molding & hardwood flr in liv/din combo w/fpl, 19x14 master suite, den, rec rm & 3rdbr in fin bsmt. Warranty for owner occupant. MLS ID 08419740 Erin & Jerry Hill 630-236-6500

Geneva $291,000 454 Cannon Dr. Fisher Farms duplex, 2,708 sq ft, updated carpeting, 4br (luxury master opens to private porch), 3ba, 2 story fam rm w/fpl, 1st flr den, 42 inch cabinets, Corian counters & island in kit. MLS ID 08443250 Cynthia Welsch 630-232-6900

Geneva $274,900 2618 Fargo Blvd. Bank owned in Randall Square, 2,269 sq ft, new carpet & furnace, fresh paint, 4 big bedrooms incl 15x15 master, wood laminate flr in 14x37 kit/fam rm arrangement w/fpl, bsmt, huge deck. MLS ID 08429063 Sherri Nugent 630-236-6500

St Charles $679,000 2911 Turnberry Rd. Backs to park in Royal Fox, 3,982 sq ft, master suite has remodeled bath, 1st flr den w/coffered ceiling, vaulted 23x19 fam rm w/fpl & hardwood flr, hi-end appliances, rec & game rms in bsmt. MLS ID 08445194 Susan Jensen 630-232-6900

St Charles $649,000 6N884 Hastings Dr. On 1+ acre, approx 4,200 sq ft, upstairs has new carpet, 4br incl 14x25 master, bonus rm & screened porch. Hardwood flrs thru main level, 5thbr w/full bath on 1st flr, liv rm fpl, bsmt rec rm. MLS ID 08407916 Barbara Daly 630-232-6900

St Charles $575,000 40W790 Old Lafox Rd. Bank owned on 4 acres, as low as 3% down, 3,300+ sq ft, 4br incl 24x13 master, loft & play rm up, 3.5ba, den, 3 fpl, 2 story 28x20 fam rm, hardwood in liv & din rms, fin bsmt, inground pool. MLS ID 08387676 Shirley Guercio 630-236-6500

St Charles $509,000 39W885 N Robert Frost Cir. On lge interior lot, approx 3,600 sq ft, 4br incl 19x20 master, 21x23 kit w/42 inch cabintes & hardwood flr, fam rm fpl, sun rm, bsmt w/roughed-in bath. MLS ID 08254710 Charles Kirkwood 630-232-6900

St Charles $474,900 3N898 Baert Ln. On approx 1 acre in Arbor Creek, recent updates incl windows, 3.5 baths, furnace, air, granite counters & roof! Hardwood flrs on main level, kit opens to fam rm w/fpl & 3-season rm, fin bsmt. MLS ID 08437302 Gina Rizza 630-232-6900

St Charles $354,900 38W762 Glenview Dr. On 1.3 acres, 2,500+ sq ft, vaulted 18x18 master suite w/luxury bath, fireplaces in liv & din rms, kit has island & French drs to 3-season rm w/cathedral ceiling. Fin bsmt, 3 & 1 car garages. MLS ID 08292261 Donna McQuade 630-232-6900

St Charles $337,000 7N939 Brittany Ct. Adjacent to Cranston Meadow Park, 2,497 sq ft, new windows & roof, 4br, 2+ba, 14x30 vaulted great rm w/fpl & wood laminate flr, island & ceramic flr in kit, fin bsmt. MLS ID 08419128 Barbara Daly 630-232-6900

St Charles $325,000 710 Viewpointe Dr. In town & overlooking the river! 2,271 sq ft, 9 ft & vaulted ceilings, 17x14 master suite w/bath, island in kit, fam rm fpl, fin walkout bsmt w/rec rm, 3rd bedroom & full bath. 3 decks. MLS ID 08448472 Pam Murray 630-232-6900

St Charles $280,000 37W375 Emerald Ct. Bank owned on 1.25 acre corner lot, as low as 3% down, 1,900+ sq ft, new carpet, updated kit, 3br, 1.5ba, 27x18 liv rm w/stone fpl, bsmt. MLS ID 08410391 Shirley Guercio 630-236-6500

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St Charles $244,000 602 S 5th Ave. Vintage home close to downtown & Fox River! Hardwood flrs thruout (ceramic in kit), 3br, 2 full baths, 1st flr bonus rm, updated kit. Fenced back w/patio. MLS ID 08346716 Donna McQuade 630-232-6900

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St Charles $238,750 1311 Fox Meadow Ct. Over 1800 sq ft split-level w/sub-bsmt.

3br, 2.5 baths, stone fpl in 20x14 fam rm, patio in fenced backyard. New furnace/air in 2009. MLS ID 08343166 Marce Van Glabek 630-232-6900 Concierge/ Home Warranty 800-493-1181

St Charles $195,000 1009 Ash St. On 50x132 lot near town, original hardwood flrs, French drs & crown molding! Updated bath & kit w/maple cabinets, 2br, enclosed porch, bsmt, walkup attic could be finished, 1 car gar. MLS ID 08449073 Kara Norman 630-232-6900

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1624 Christine Dr, Sycamore $325,000 Peace to Freed to Brentwood to Forestview to Christine -- On 1.43 acre corner in Forestview near town, approx. 3,000 sq ft, 2 story foyer w/split staircase, 4br incl 20x13 master, 1st flr office, kit has island & opens to vaulted 17x20 fam rm w/fpl. MLS ID 08436417 Nancy Watson 815-756-2557

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Aurora $296,900 3012 Sawgrass Dr. In Savannah, Batavia School Dist 101, 4br incl vaulted master w/private bath, 9 ft ceilings on main level, hardwood flrs in liv rm, din rm & vaulted fam rm that’s adjacent to 20x13 kit. MLS ID 08384379 Heide Fralic 630-236-6500

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Aurora

$296,900 Batavia

3012 Sawgrass Dr. In Savannah, Batavia School Dist 101, 4br incl vaulted master w/private bath, 9 ft ceilings on main level, hardwood flrs in liv rm, din rm & vaulted fam rm that’s adjacent to 20x13 kit. MLS ID 08384379 Heide Fralic 630-236-6500

Campton Hills

$238,000 Elburn

4N786 Brookside West Dr. Ranch on approx 1 acre, quick close OK, enw carpet, updated roof, 3br, 2ba, 13x21 liv rm, oak cabinetry,bsmt. MLS ID 08435794 Brenda Galauner

Geneva

630-232-6900

St Charles

$474,900 St Charles

3N898 Baert Ln. On approx 1 acre in Arbor Creek, recent updates incl windows, 3.5 baths, furnace, air, granite counters & roof! Hardwood flrs on main level, kit opens to fam rm w/fpl & 3-season rm, fin bsmt. MLS ID 08437302 Gina Rizza 630-232-6900

Sherri Nugent

Keith Sennstrom

630-236-6500

$329,900 Geneva

529 Linden Ct 7. End-unit brick townhouse near town & Metra, 1,837 sq ft, crown molding & hardwood flr in liv/din combo w/fpl, 19x14 master suite, den, rec rm & 3rdbr in fin bsmt. Warranty for owner occupant. MLS ID 08419740 Erin & Jerry Hill 630-236-6500

$291,000

$509,000

39W885 N Robert Frost Cir. On lge interior lot, approx 3,600 sq ft, 4br incl 19x20 master, 21x23 kit w/42 inch cabintes & hardwood flr, fam rm fpl, sun rm, bsmt w/roughed-in bath.

MLS ID 08254710 Charles Kirkwood 630-232-6900

$325,000 St Charles

710 Viewpointe Dr. In town & overlooking the river! 2,271 sq ft, 9 ft & vaulted ceilings, 17x14 master suite w/bath, island in kit, fam rm fpl, fin walkout bsmt w/rec rm, 3rd bedroom & full bath. 3 decks. MLS ID 08448472 Pam Murray 630-232-6900

630-232-6900

454 Cannon Dr. Fisher Farms duplex, 2,708 sq ft, updated carpeting, 4br (luxury master opens to private porch), 3ba, 2 story fam rm w/fpl, 1st flr den, 42 inch cabinets, Corian counters & island in kit. MLS ID 08443250 Cynthia Welsch 630-232-6900

$575,000 St Charles

40W790 Old Lafox Rd. Bank owned on 4 acres, as low as 3% down, 3,300+ sq ft, 4br incl 24x13 master, loft & play rm up, 3.5ba, den, 3 fpl, 2 story 28x20 fam rm, hardwood in liv & din rms, fin bsmt, inground pool. MLS ID 08387676 Shirley Guercio 630-236-6500

$337,000 St Charles

7N939 Brittany Ct. Adjacent to Cranston Meadow Park, 2,497 sq ft, new windows & roof, 4br, 2+ba, 14x30 vaulted great rm w/fpl & wood laminate flr, island & ceramic flr in kit, fin bsmt.

MLS ID 08419128 Barbara Daly 630-232-6900

$178,900

505 Cleveland Ave. On 221 ft deep lot, many updates, wood flrs thruout, enclosed front porch, 3br, 1.5ba, 21x14 liv rm, formal din, bsmt, 2 car gar. MLS ID 08445854

$649,000 St Charles

6N884 Hastings Dr. On 1+ acre, approx 4,200 sq ft, upstairs has new carpet, 4br incl 14x25 master, bonus rm & screened porch. Hardwood flrs thru main level, 5thbr w/full bath on 1st flr, liv rm fpl, bsmt rec rm. MLS ID 08407916 Barbara Daly 630-232-6900

$354,900 St Charles

38W762 Glenview Dr. On 1.3 acres, 2,500+ sq ft, vaulted 18x18 master suite w/luxury bath, fireplaces in liv & din rms, kit has island & French drs to 3-season rm w/cathedral ceiling.

Fin bsmt, 3 & 1 car garages. MLS ID 08292261 Donna McQuade 630-232-6900

$179,900 Batavia

417 Laurel St. Bank foreclosure, 4br (1 on main level), 3ba, partly fin bsmt, 2 car gar. MLS ID 08442727

$347,400 Geneva

1809 Williamsburg Ave. On corner lot in Williamsburg South, 2,744 sq ft, 4br (master has luxury bath & sitting rm), 1st flr den, crown molding in liv rm, din rm & fam rm w/fpl. Center island & ceramic flr in kit. MLS ID 08408181 Donna McQuade 630-232-6900

$679,000 St Charles

2911 Turnberry Rd. Backs to park in Royal Fox, 3,982 sq ft, master suite has remodeled bath, 1st flr den w/coffered ceiling, vaulted 23x19 fam rm w/fpl & hardwood flr, hi-end appliances, rec & game rms in bsmt. MLS ID 08445194 Susan Jensen 630-232-6900

$374,900 Batavia

503 Bailey Dr. On corner lot in Wild Meadows, approx 3,200 sq ft, 9 ft ceilings, new central air, 18x14 master br w/sitting rm & luxury bath, 1st flr 5th bedroom, hardwood flr in kit, fam rm fpl, fin bsmt. MLS ID 08414875 Michele & Don McComb 630-553-9000

$298,000 Geneva

1223 President St. Backs to ponds & open area in Blackberry Creek, Kaneland Schools, 3,530 sq ft, wood laminate flrs in most rms, 4br incl 29x18 master, loft, 1st flr den, 25x20 liv/din combo w/fpl, 20x20 fam rm. MLS ID 08382918 Donna McQuade 630-232-6900

$274,900 St Charles

2618 Fargo Blvd. Bank owned in Randall Square, 2,269 sq ft, new carpet & furnace, fresh paint, 4 big bedrooms incl 15x15 master, wood laminate flr in 14x37 kit/fam rm arrangement w/ fpl, bsmt, huge deck. MLS ID 08429063 Sherri Nugent 630-236-6500

$379,000 Batavia

3S033 Deerpath Rd. On 2.5 acres in Deerpath Road Estates! Updates incl windows, furnace, air & roof! 4br, 2.5ba, crown molding on main level, kit has hardwood flr & opens to fam rm w/ fpl, rec rm in walkout bsmt. MLS ID 08442292 Dawn Stippich 630-232-6900

$280,000

37W375 Emerald Ct. Bank owned on 1.25 acre corner lot, as low as 3% down, 1,900+ sq ft, new carpet, updated kit, 3br, 1.5ba, 27x18 liv rm w/stone fpl, bsmt. MLS ID 08410391 Shirley Guercio

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St Charles

$244,000 St Charles

602 S 5th Ave. Vintage home close to downtown & Fox River! Hardwood flrs thruout (ceramic in kit), 3br, 2 full baths, 1st flr bonus rm, updated kit. Fenced back w/patio. MLS ID 08346716 Donna McQuade 630-232-6900

$238,750 St Charles

1311 Fox Meadow Ct. Over 1800 sq ft split-level w/sub-bsmt. 3br, 2.5 baths, stone fpl in 20x14 fam rm, patio in fenced backyard. New furnace/air in 2009.

MLS ID 08343166 Marce Van Glabek 630-232-6900

$195,000 1624 Christine Dr, Sycamore $325,000 Wayne

1009 Ash St. On 50x132 lot near town, original hardwood flrs, French drs & crown molding! Updated bath & kit w/maple cabinets, 2br, enclosed porch, bsmt, walkup attic could be finished, 1 car gar. MLS ID 08449073 Kara Norman 630-232-6900

Peace to Freed to Brentwood to Forestview to Christine -- On 1.43 acre corner in Forestview near town, approx. 3,000 sq ft, 2 story foyer w/split staircase, 4br incl 20x13 master, 1st flr office, kit has island & opens to vaulted 17x20 fam rm w/fpl. MLS ID 08436417 Nancy Watson 815-756-2557

$585,000

33W970 Army Trail Rd. 3.78 acres w/prof maintained gardens & wildflower sanctuary! Updated 3br 2.5ba home, hardwood flrs thruout, crown molding, 2 fpl, sun rm, oversize gar w/shop & finished upper level. MLS ID 08450305 Kristine Erickson 630-232-6900

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Elburn

$388,500

Classic 2-story with all the right touches, fenced, ldscpd lot, 3-car gar, dramatic 2-story foyer, custom millwork, open flrpln, SS appls in kit w/granite, luxury master suite, neutral dÈcor. Expert craftsmanship!

1436Blackberry.com

St. Charles

$819,900

Batavia

$365,000

Elgin

$219,900

5BR/3.5BA 2-sty on cul-de-sac, privacy fencing, mature ldscp, super finished bmt w/game room, recroom w/wet bar. Vaulted clgs, 1st flr ldry, vaulted clgs, kitchen w/center island, hwd floors.

3750SF of finished lving space here!

398Bradford.com

3BR/2.5BA 2-story backs to open space.

Open floorplan, vaulted ceilings, great kitchen & family room. Patio and fenced yard perfect for the kids and entertaining. Neutral dÈcor, tip-top condition, just move right in!

759Columbine.com

Sugar Grove

St. Charles

$399,900

$425,000

4BR/3.5BA 2-story with upgrades galore, full finished basement, first-floor laundry, central vac, ingrd sprinkler, pond w/waterfall, large kitchen w/eat-in area & upgrades, family room w/Bose surround sound. Much more!

612Hickory.com

4BR/4BA contemporary on wooded lot w/ stream, fin. lower level w/sep. kitchen, inlaw/ nanny quarters, maple floors & cabinets, over 1.5 acs, 2-built-in TV, 4-car garage. Unique!

Batavia

Sugar Grove

South Elgin

$179,900

Awesome investment potential awaits you!

Charming two flat close to downtown. 1st floor unit w/fresh paint, updated bath & new kitchen flooring. Newer windows, roof, furnace & AC. 1-car garage, stamped concrete patio & more!

30SJackson.com

Geneva

$325,000

Stunning 2-sty 3BR/3BA Villa home, luxury master suite w/private balcony, w-i-c + his/hers closets, vaulted ceilings, upgrades galore, neutral dÈcor, 1st floor ldry, den, finished bmt w/bar, wine cellar, more! kombrink.com

$449,000

$549,900

Stunning 5BR/4BA Traditional, finished bsmt w/2nd kitchen, bar, fp & 5th bedroom.

Impeccably maintained, gourmet kitchen, highend trim, TREX deck, HardiePlank siding & brick front. So much for the money!

993Jennifer.com

Dwyer Homes proposed construction on one of the last remaining lots in desirable Thornwood subdivision. Huge corner lot, also available to purchase just lot and bring your own builder and plans. Exceptional value! kombrink.com

North Aurora

Elburn

$329,900

Over 3000SF living space, 4BR/3.5BA, skylights, fenced yard, tiered deck, ext. speakers, gourmet eat-in kit. w/granite island, built-ins, finished basement, 2-story foyer, large fam. room w/fpl. - must see!

707OakCrest.com

$224,900

Sprawling 3BR/2BA ranch home on large lot backing to open space! Vaulted & beamed ceilings, hdwd floors, master w/private bath.

Finished walkout bsmt! Large patio, deck, 2-car garage & more.

43W724OldMidlothian.com

Maple Park

$139,900 1.14-acre lot, possible walk-out basement, lot overlooks pond and has creek on 2 sides of property, wooded open preserve space. St. Charles schools! Build your dream home here! kombrink.com

Wayne

$599,999

5.27-acre wooded estate, horse country!

Corner lot, pro-ldscp, fenced. Contemporary w/ open flrpln, soaring clgs, 2 fpls, views from every window! Sunrm, encl porch, deck, patio, large rm sizes, great for entertaining!

4N742HoneyHill.com

Maple Park

$219,900

Maple Park

$25,000

Great value for one of several lots we can show you! I-88 access, university, colleges, shopping, health & wellness facilities, entertainment all nearby. Public utilities to site.

Bring your build or use ours.

St. Charles

$239,900

Elgin

$279,900

North Aurora

$299,900

Great investment! 1st flr. commercial office space on corner lot w/new air & roof. 2nd floor 3BR/1BA rental apt. has new windows & appliances. 10 minutes to I-88 and Rt. 47.

Includes lot west of bldg.

4BR/2.5BA two-story, 2-car garage, peaceful cul-de-sac location, backs to open space, over half-acre lot. Fam rm w/vaulted clg, fpl, large eat-in kit w/cherry cabs & pantry, 6-panel doors. Roof & furnace new in 2011.

5N088MaryCt.com

7.7 acre parcel of land, for your estate AND your horses! Enjoy peaceful country living, highly rated BURLINGTON SCHOOLS, less than 10 minutes to Randall Rd. Envision country living, still near all the conveniences. kombrink.com

5BR/2.5BA two-story in great location, large fenced lot, hdwd floors, granite & stainless steel in kitchen, finished bmt w/rec room & more, nice deck, 1st flr ldry, open floorplan. Roomy inside & out, neutral decor, move right in! circlepix.com/home/JRREMT

Batavia

St. Charles

Sugar Grove

Elburn

$169,900

Darling end-unit 2BR/2.5BA on peaceful cul-desac, large yard, patio, hwd floors, 6-panel doors. Geneva township parks, Batavia schools. Shops, dining, theater nearby. Perfect for 1st-time buyer or empty-nester!

531Peebles.com

$389,900

4BR/2.5BA cedar/stone 2-story, wooded culde-sac, park-like setting. Luxury master suite w/fpl, walk-in closet, whirlpool. Kitchen w/ granite, sunken family room, hwd floors, high ceilings, deck. Secluded, but near amenities. circlepix.com/home/85S2X8

$379,900

5BR/4.5BA, exceptional custom 2-story, office, mudrm, 1st flr master, 1st flr ldry, rec rm, exercise rm, loft, sitting rm, hwd flrs, custom millwork, kitchen w/sunny eating area, formal DR, LR w/fpl, patio, firepit, hot tub!

825Queensgate.com

$313,900

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To-be-built 4BR/2.5BA 2-story, brick elevation, covered front porch. 9’ clgs, 2-sty family rm, luxury master suite w/double walk-in closets, 1st flr ldry, hwd flrs. New construction.

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$579,900

Exquisite 5BR/5BA custom home in excellent location, backs to nature preserve, Fin. bmt. w/ rec rm, office, wet bar, full BA, BR5, storage.

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Exquisite 4BR/3.2BA former bldr mdl, golf crs views, designer upgrades, open space, 3-car gar, brk paver drive & walks, 4300 SF fin. living area, chef’s kitchen, luxe master suite, custom millwork, 2-sty foyer, MUST SEE! 39W122Warner.com

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$25,000

Corner lot in great subdivision in Maple Park.

Public utilities to site. 6 miles from I-88 access, 15 min. to colleges, university, shopping, health & wellness facilities, entertainment, dining. Bring your builder or use ours.

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$144,900

Quiet tree lined street brings you to this updated newly painted bungalow!

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Fabulous Home on 1.25 acres!

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Directions: Randall to Ridgewood to West Ridgewood. Over 5000 square feet of living space! Gorgeous kitchen with granite, NEW stainless steel appliances, island and breakfast bar! Wonderful sunroom. First floor office with French doors and wainscotting.

Huge family room with fireplace. Lovely master suite with private oversized sitting room.

Master bedroom bath with whirlpool. Full finished basement with full bath! Incredible yard features large patio, gazebo, mature trees and stunning perennial garden!

Directions: Randall to Hopps Road (W) to Bittersweet. Follow Bittersweet all the way around the curve to home. Charm and personality are abundant in this lovely home!

So much is NEW: windows, roof, Casablanca ceiling fans, sump pump, humidifier, etc. Long list of updates, too: Brazilian cherrywood floors, spacious bright and sunny kitchen with imported tile and white cabinets. Two fireplaces, 4 bedrooms + main floor den. Large Master with private bath. Private yard with tons of mature trees.

Directions: Randall to Red Gate (W) to Leola (S) to Deer Pond Dr (E) to home. STUNNING NEW CONSTRUCTION by Havlicek boasts over 7500 square feet of incredible high-end finishes, 4 fireplace’s and unparalleled millwork! Dynamite kitchen with Wolf, Dacor, SubZero, granite, walk-in pantry! Enormous first floor luxurious master suite with fireplace and amazing spa-like bath. Geothermal, Radiant heat and Lifetime Roof! MUST be seen to be fully appreciated! Bluestone terraces and outdoor kitchen overlook pond and woods!!

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Charming and picturesque all brick ranch home with walkout basement features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, skylite, hardwood flooring, new stove and cooktop, built-ins, spotless clean with loads of potential. Situated in the Historical District of Geneva just steps away from fantastic downtown Geneva, shops, restaurants, the Metra and bike/walking trail on the Fox River!

Motivated Seller!! Vacation Everyday!Instant access to walking/biking trails and the Fox River! This super high end home has it all plus over 4000 square feet of living space! Vaulted ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, 3 fireplaces, butler’s pantry, office and a study. Incredible huge kitchen with fireplace and granite countertops! Finished walk out basement with full bath, exercise room and recreation room!

Intriguing home tucked away on a cul-de-sac acre+ backing to woods and Ferson Creek. Cottage chic with a southern influence, this mini-Estate was designed for entertaining.Winding drive, paver walkway, natural gardens and blooming Magnolia invite guests to this one-owner home. Custom built with pride of ownership and unmatched craftsmanship, this home is open and airy with tons of windows and natural lite!

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