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It took me about 10 seconds to realize how much Tom Thayer loves Joliet.

Thayer – a member of the 1985-86 Super Bowl-winning Chicago Bears team who is the commentator on WBBM for Chicago Bears broadcasts and contributes to the Steve Dahl podcast – visited The Herald-News on Thursday. I had the opportunity to chat with him for about a half hour.

Thayer is a Joliet boy through and through. He was born here, went to Cathedral of St. Raymond Catholic School, then Joliet Catholic for high school. Growing up, he said, his dream was to play football under the lights at Joliet Memorial Stadium.

“The great thing about Joliet was, it created aspirations and dreams that were as lofty as any in the world,” he told me.

Play football he did – and not just at Joliet Memorial Stadium. He went on to play for Notre Dame in college – part of the reason he chose to go there was because it was so close to home – then for the Bears and the Miami Dolphins.

He said it’s always a proud moment when he can represent Joliet – such as when his name and hometown were announced at the Super Bowl. Compliments he’s received, he said, often are about his strong, positive work ethic. That comes from being from Joliet, he said, a place that values a hard day’s work.

I’ve met a few athletes and celebrities in my career as a journalist, and none have been, at first meeting, as easy-going or modest as Thayer was.

The man still cuts his parents’ lawn – the same lawn he’s been cutting for about 50 years.

“I don’t know what Zen is, but it is a Zen-like thing,” he said. “You are back to the same footprints that you walked in when you were 8 years old pushing a lawnmower, and 10 and 12.

It’s really a great experience.”

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well as a memory – of cutting the lawn at my parents’ house. As I remember it, when I was maybe 8 or 10, my two older brothers and I decided to ask our parents for an allowance for doing chores around the house.

My dad listened to us, then said something along the lines of, “You live in my house, eat my food and wear clothes I pay for. The least you can do is cut my lawn.”

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If he ever asked, I’d cut my dad’s lawn in a heartbeat. Maybe I should do it some day without being asked.

In listening to Thayer describe the Joliet he so loves, it’s evident I’ve found a new place that embodies those same values. That makes me feel a little more at home than I have in the past year or so – and eager to move here and really immerse myself in this community.

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JOLIET – A 50-year-old woman from Joliet was killed Saturday in a car crash.

Police were called about 10:30 a.m. Saturday to the

I-55 West Frontage Road between Oak Tree Lane and Bennet Lane for a report of an accident, according to an Illinois State Police news release. A preliminary investigation found that a Pontiac

Vibe driven by Bartley Perry, 53, of Joliet, pulled out of the forest preserve property onto the road, causing the owner of a Chevrolet Cruze, Daniel Schmitt, 29, of Plainfield, to brake suddenly.

The Chevrolet went into the northbound lane, hitting a Saturn SI driven by Deborah L. Huffer, 50, of Joliet.

Huffer was pronounced dead at St. Joseph Medical Center.

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ON THE COVER Dave Laketa, head of the Joliet Area Sports Hall of Fame selection committee, posed for a portrait Friday inside the Hall of Fame at Silver Cross Field. The 45-person Hall of Fame has not had a new class inducted since 2010. See story page 4.

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* Sunday, January 26, 2014 • Page 3

Executive director of Plainfield Twp. Park District resigns

By VIKAAS SHANKER

Timeline of executive director changes

vshanker@shawmedia.com PLAINFIELD – Since he was hired in May, former Executive Director Garrett Peck’s controversial vision for the Plainfield Township Park District was protested and ridiculed at numerous public board meetings.

“We’re hearing more [from] people now than in the 10 years I’ve been on the board,” Commissioner Larry Newton said Thursday, before Peck resigned.

Where the park district goes now that Peck has resigned is unknown. The board of commissioners appointed Assistant Executive Director Gene Coldwater to take over as interim executive director Friday night, but he couldn’t Garrett Peck provide specific goals for the park district during an interview Friday afternoon.

“Garrett’s resignation was a shock to me,” Coldwater said. “I still don’t know a lot of what’s happening. And I’ll have more than a few talks with the board about what they expect from me.”

Newton and Commissioner Mary Kay Ludemann have repeatedly criticized Peck’s hiring and decisions, but their votes on the board were drowned out by a board majority that publicly supported Peck, including President Peter Hurtado, Vice President Janet Silosky and Commissioner Peter Steinys.

“It’s a board majority run in a way that kind of shut out Larry and me,” Ludemann said, adding that she only knew what was in the board packets.

“I’m still a little cautious

Vikaas Shanker – vshanker@shawmedia.com

The Plainfield Township Park District Commissioners (from left) Larry Newton, Peter Steinys, Mary Kay Ludemann, Janet Silosky and Peter Hurtado, and park district officials Wendi Calabrese, Matt Campbell and Gene Coldwater listen to public comments Friday before entering executive session during a board meeting at the Heritage Professional Center in Plainfield. because of the way they operate. Communication has been banned. Employees were ordered that they couldn’t talk to me.”

Coldwater said he doesn’t want politics and communication breakdowns to pervade the park district.

“When I was promoted [to assistant executive director], I told Peck he can be the politician but I want to run the park district,” Coldwater said. “I’m not a politician. I’m going to have to work with the whole board.”

Coldwater said he isn’t sure if he’ll pursue the executive director position.

Peck era In his resignation letter, Peck said he accomplished many positive things, including savings on health insurance for employees, a shuttle bus with a wheelchair lift, plans for an indoor soccer facility, a veterans program, and more than $1.5 million in additional revenue to expand services.

But critics say Peck, who also is a Plainfield village trustee, has done more harm than good. Under Peck’s administration, the park district let go of two senior park officials, was found to be in violation of labor laws, and had public spats with an online media outlet and another village trustee.

When the board majority hired Peck to be the new executive director over former Superintendent of Planning Cameron Bettin, who was being groomed for the position, residents started protesting with words like “cronyism,” “patronage” and “unqualified.”

That last word gave fuel to Peck, who wanted to prove his doubters wrong.

While he had no experience in parks and recreation, he relied on his business knowledge to restructure the parks department.

“When I set my mind on something, I do it and I do it well,” Peck said in a Monday interview. “All these people keep saying

I’m unqualified. When someone says I can’t do it, that just makes me more determined to finish what I started.”

Peck started outsourcing the planning department in November by signing a planning and design services retainer with Naperville-based Hitchcock Design Group, saying it would save the park district money. He also said he planned to overhaul the recreation department.

He never got that far.

Next step Peck’s departure may mean a new vision for the board. But even commissioners don’t know what direction the park district will take.

“We are now entering a critical period of transition; one which will be characterized first and foremost by transparency and public involvement,” Hurtado said in a statement. “It is vital on this occasion that the board forms a broad consensus in regard to who is eventually selected to fill

• March 14, 2013: Cameron Bettin signs a contract to become the assistant executive director and be promoted to executive director July 1.

• April 9: New board majority is elected.

• May 8: New board takes office and installs Garrett Peck, also a Plainfield village trustee, as secretary.

• May 11: Board votes to fire Bettin and make Peck executive director.

• June 27: Peck and Bettin sign an amendment to Bettin’s contract, removing the clause to make him executive director and keep him employed as assistant executive director until Dec. 31.

• Nov. 18: Peck signs a preliminary planning and design services retainer agreement with Naperville-based Hitchcock Design Group, signaling the end of the district’s planning department.

• Dec. 20: Bettin and Park District employee James Less sign resignation letters with compensation and confidentiality clauses.

• Jan. 9, 2014: The Illinois Labor Relations Board rules that Peck violated state labor laws in the termination of former employee Joel Shumaker.

• Jan. 20: Park district announces Gene Coldwater is promoted to assistant executive director.

• Jan. 21: Peck informs Plainfield Patch the park district is ceasing all communication with the online media outlet.

• Jan. 22: Board President Peter Hurtado apologizes to the Plainfield Patch, saying Peck’s “remarks were uncalled for.”

• Jan. 23: Peck resigns.

• Jan. 24: The board officially removes Peck as board secretary and appoints Wendi Calabrese, the executive assistant of the park district, to that post. The board also appoints Coldwater as interim executive director. the current vacancy.”

Ludemann said that consensus needs to include her and Newton.

“As a board we need to together decide on who needs to be the next director,” Ludemann said. “The whole board needs to decide.”

The position and litigation were discussed by commissioners in closed session at a special board meeting Friday night, Ludemann said. The meeting was originally scheduled Wednesday by Peck to discuss litigation.

After executive session, the board officially removed Peck as board secretary and appointed Wendi Calabrese, the executive assistant of the park district, along with appointing

Coldwater as interim executive director.

Plainfield resident Jamey Alwood was one of two residents who, during the public comment portion of Friday’s meeting, asked Hurtado, Silosky and Steinys to resign.

“Those three people, it’s just what they’ve done,” Alwood said about Peck’s hiring. “I don’t care if you’re a Republican or Democrat.

It’s just wrong.”

More inside Turn to page 33 to read Garrett Peck’s letter of resignation and a letter from Plainfield Park Board President Peter Hurtado, which were submitted individually as letters to the editor.

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Joliet Area Sports Hall of Fame’s future is uncertain, hasn’t selected a class since 2010

By JIM DALLKE

Notable inductees

jdallke@shawmedia.com JOLIET – So, you’re interested in checking out the Joliet Area Sports Hall of Fame.

All you have to do is find an open metered parking spot near the Joliet Slammers baseball stadium, walk through the main office door on the third-base side, meet Kyle – the perfectly nice director of ticket sales – follow Kyle through a dark hallway underneath the Slammers baseball field, continue through a set of double-doors, have Kyle unlock a door that says “Authorized Personnel,” wait for Kyle to turn on the lights, and enjoy!

You’ve made it inside the Hall of Fame.

It’s no wonder the city wants to relocate the Hall of Fame, which has lost steam – and committee member support – since its inception in 2003.

The Joliet Area Sports Hall of Fame hasn’t inducted a new class since 2010, and the hall’s future remains in doubt as the city and others push to move the local sports heroes’ shrine from the Slammers stadium to the Joliet Area Historical Museum.

“It makes sense to move the artifacts,” said Dave Laketa, head of the Hall of Fame selection committee.

“A lot more people are going to visit the historical museum.”

But moving the Hall of Fame to the historical museum is far from a done deal, according to museum

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Memorabilia of Joliet Area Sports Hall of Fame member George Mikan sits in a display case in the Hall of Fame at Silver Cross Field on Friday. The 45-person hall of fame, which began in 2003, has not had a new class inducted since 2010.

Executive Director Greg Peerbolte. First, the idea would have to be approved by the museum board. The board has a meeting Monday but the Hall of Fame likely won’t be on the agenda, Peerbolte said.

“It’s that far on the back burner,” he said. “We have a lot more work with other committees before we discuss [the Hall of Fame].”

If it is eventually approved, the museum expects it needs to raise $50,000 in donations to build a room to house the hall of fame, Peerbolte said.

“We haven’t raised $1 to pursue that yet,” he said.

The Hall of Fame’s 2003 inaugural class had 13 inductees, including Joliet Catholic basketball star and Laker great George Mikan, the all-time winningest college baseball coach Gordie Gillespie, and gold-medal Olympic

women’s basketball player Cathy Boswell.

About 20 Hall of Fame committee members helped select the first class, which had support from then-Deputy City Manager Jim Shapard and later City Manager Thomas Thanas.

Thanas and Shapard have since left their jobs with the city, as well as Joliet communications manager Rebecca Lantka, who spearheaded the Hall of Fame in 2010 but lost her position in city budget cuts.

After selecting a Hall of Fame class each year through 2006, and again in 2008 and 2010, the exhibit room in city-owned Silver Cross Field has remained mostly dark. The changeover of city officials, a lack of support from the hall’s own committee – the 20 committee members has dwindled down to three – and a struggling economy,

kept the Hall of Fame off the radar for many in Joliet, Laketa said.

“We’re in a state of transition,” Laketa said. “People were taking different responsibilities. People were adding more to their plates due to budgets within the city. … People were focused on the day-to-day operations of the city instead of the hall, and rightfully so.”

After years went by with no Hall of Fame classes and as the faces of leadership changed, it became unclear who was actually in charge of the event.

“We take our charge from the city,” Laketa said.

“They tell us what to do and when and stuff like that.

It’s their project. We just serve as volunteers on the election committee.”

“First of all, there hasn’t been a meeting,” Joliet Mayor Tom Giarrante said

Some notable Joliet Area Sports Hall of Fame inductees: • George Mikan (Joliet Catholic basketball, Minneapolis Lakers) • Don Ladas (Radio bordcaster, “The Voice of Joliet”) • Cathy Boswell (Joliet West basketball, Olympic gold medal winner) • Jesse Barfield (Joliet Central baseball, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees) • Jim Stefanich (Joliet bowler, in the PBA Hall of Fame) • Gordie Gillespie (Lewis University and University of St. Francis baseball coach, all-time winningest college baseball coach; Joliet Catholic High School football coach)

• Tom Haller (Lockport baseball, San Fransisco Giants, L.A. Dodgers, Detroit Tigers) • Ed Spiezio (Joliet Township baseball, San Diego Padres, St. Louis Cardinals, White Sox) • Ray Klootwyk (Joliet Township/Joliet West football coach) • Bill Haller (Lockport, Major League Baseball umpire) • Billy Boy Thompson (Joliet Township, amateur heavyweight boxing champion) • Tom Thayer (Joliet Catholic football, Chicago Bears, Miami Dolphins) • Walter Downing (Providence basketball, Mr. Basketball in 1981)

when asked why there hasn’t been a new class since 2010. “No one has come forward with any suggestions for who to induct.

“The first few we had were big ceremonies. … To have a meeting and to actually have a ceremony, there is some cost involved. But it’s not really that much.

We just haven’t had a meeting.”

Giarrante, who is the chairman of the baseball committee, said the Slammers management want to move the exhibit so they can hold more special events in the room. Giarrante has been a proponent of moving the hall to the historical museum, which would give it more room and better visibility.

But “nothing is going to get done until they raise the $50,000,” he said.

Peerbolte said if everything went smoothly – the museum board approves the move and the donations are raised – the earliest the new hall of fame would open would be in “a year or a year and a half.”

Laketa said there’s a possibility that the selection committee could induct a class before the move, but likely not before summer 2015.

The confusion surrounding the hall has been a source of frustration for Laketa, who said a thriving hall of fame is important for the city of Joliet.

“I think it really does talk about your community,” he said. “I think people get a feel for the work ethic of the area. … It allows for kids growing up the opportunity to dream. If they work hard enough they can be in this same position.”

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Sheriff ’s race heats up Both Republicans have some things to answer for from the past BRIAN STANLEY bstanley@shawmedia.com WILL COUNTY – Ken Kaupas recently recalled a conversation last year after he announced his plans to run for Will County Sheriff.

Kaupas would not name the other individual, but said he is “a higher-up” in the campaign of Nick Ficarello, his opponent in the Republican primary.

“I was told if I didn’t run against Nick, I would receive a supervisor position in his administration. When I turned down the offer, I was told, ‘Get ready for a dirty campaign,’ ’’ Kaupas said.

Ficarello denied offering or authorizing anyone to offer Kaupas a position in exchange not to run.

The campaign heated up this week when information surfaced about an incident from Kaupas’ past career with the Illinois State Police, where he was suspended for 10 days in 2002 Kaupas for improper conduct.

While Kaupas was busy defending himself this week. Ficarello himself may face scrutiny before the campaign is done on his own role in leading two botched sheriff’s investigations: The arrest of Kevin Fox, who eventually was cleared of allegations that he murdered his daughter; and the arrests of several local hotel owners for credit card theft, all of whom were cleared within a matter of weeks as the case fell apart.

Kaupas now is a deputy chief in the Will County

“I was told if I didn’t run against Nick, I would receive a supervisor position in his administration. When I turned down the offer, I was told, ‘Get ready for a dirty campaign.’ ” Ken Kaupas Will County Sheriff candidate

Sheriff’s Department and is also a second-cousin of Sheriff Paul Kaupas, who is not seeking re-election.

A retired sheriff’s lieutenant recently emailed documents about the 2002 suspension to members of the Police Chiefs Association of Will County, along with a letter indicating his alarm if Kaupas were elected. Stephen Knickrehm, who has contributed to Ficarello’s campaign, said he received the reports from an anonymous source.

From November 2001 to January 2002, Kaupas’ secretary Karen Larson was to receive $18 an hour to transcribe wire recordings from organized crime and drug investigations, according to investigators. Kaupas arranged for off-duty clerical workers to transcribe the tapes for $15 an hour; Larson would get $2 per hour and Kaupas would keep $1 as a “finder’s fee,” the report said.

“Larson was reluctant to enter into this business relationship, but due to Kaupas’ position she felt obligated to agree to the arrangement,” the report said. Kaupas then “failed to truthfully answer questions” when asked about the incident and was sus-

pended for 10 days, according to the report.

Kaupas said earlier this week he wanted to comment on several aspects of the report, but would not do so until it was reviewed by his campaign advisers. He retired from the state police in good standing in 2009. The following year, he was hired by Sheriff Kaupas to succeed the retired Ficarello as deputy chief of investigations.

Kaupas also is facing a lawsuit from former Deputy Josh Fazio, who said the deputy chief ordered him to hack into his wife’s iPad to investigate whether she was having an affair in 2012.

Fazio said when he complained about the order he was demoted in retaliation, according to the suit. Fazio resigned from the department after being transferred from investigations to patrol.

“I believe Ken Kaupas would not be able to pass a background check for a probationary officer on the sheriff’s department based on his past history, much less qualify to run for sheriff,” Ficarello said.

Ficarello also said he is not to blame for the Kevin Fox and hotel credit card

cases – which ended up costing the county millions of dollars from civil lawsuits – even though he ran the investigations.

Ficarello said he came into the 2004 Riley Fox homicide investigation that targeted her father, Kevin, two weeks after the 4-year-old girl’s slaying and “major decisions had already been made prior to that.”

Ficarello said he and his immediate superior wanted the Secret Service to review “Operation Sleepover,” but were overruled on that request.

In 2006 an informant told police he was buying credit card numbers from employees and owners at local hotels. A dozen people were arrested among great media fanfare, but the case fell apart when it was discovered the informant had fabricated evidence.

“I wanted another agency more familiar with credit card fraud involved in the case,” Ficarello said.

Defending his own record in the sheriff’s department, Ficarello said he has only one disciplinary incident in his files.

“I got one day off in 1979 for a car accident that I would describe as a fender-bender. That’s the only discipline I received in a 31-year-career with the department,” he said.

The primary is March 18. The Republican winner will face off against either Sheriff’s Lt. Steve Egan, Sgt. Mike Kelley or retired deputy Ed Bradley from the Democrats in November.

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By CHRISTINA CHAPMAN–VAN YPEREN cchapman@shawmedia.com MORRIS – Tri-State Asphalt of Morris is working with the city to expand its location.

The Morris City Council’s Parks and Annexation Committee and the Water and Sewer Committee held a combined meeting Wednesday to discuss a proposed annexation agreement with the asphalt company to annex about 12 acres into the city, Mayor Richard Kopczick said Thursday.

According to the company’s website, tsasphalt. com, it produces and supplies quality road and industrial-grade asphalt

emulsions. The asphalt company plans to annex 12 acres into Morris. Tri-State Asphalt was founded in 1984 and has been owned by Todd Weist since 2010.

“The business has expanded. They are doing a lot of shipping from here all over the Midwest,” Building and Zoning Officer Bill Cheshareck said.

The 12 additional acres would be used as a staging area for loading and unloading, Cheshareck said.

At this time, there are no plans to build any structures on the land, Cheshareck said, but a stone base would be put down to accommodate the large equipment.

He said Weist mentioned possibly putting in

a landscape berm between the current buildings.

A detention pond also is planned.

Because all property being annexed into the city comes in as residential, the project is scheduled to go before the Planning Commission this week to request a zoning change to Manufacturing-2 to fit in with the surrounding zoning. It would then go before the full council for approval at its Feb. 3 meeting.

In other business, Kopczick said the committee heard a request from the Grundy-Three Rivers Habitat for Humanity. The organization is putting the finishing touches on its second home in its Hancock Page subdivision.

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Lewis death remains under investigation BRIAN STANLEY bstanley@shawmedia.com ROMEOVILLE – Tests that should reveal how a man found dead Jan. 16 in a Lewis University dorm died should be completed early next month.

Will County Coroner Patrick K. O’Neil said he expects toxicology results during the first week of February for the investigation into the death of Elvis Dominguez-Mejia, 22.

Dominguez-Mejia was not a student, but was visiting a friend who resides at Fitzpatrick Hall at Lewis University the night before, authorities said. “[The student] told investigators his friend showed up already impaired and they continued drinking,” O’Neil said.

“He woke up the next morning to go to class and found [Dominguez-Mejia] unresponsive on the floor.”

Romeoville police took over the investigation from campus police and said Dominguez-Mejia’s death may have been caused by excessive alcohol consumption. Foul play is not suspected.

University spokeswoman Michelle Fregoso said the student, who is older than 21, will face an administrative review and possible hearing relating to the incident after the police investigation is completed.

The Lewis student handbook says “alcohol may be possessed and consumed in moderation by those students 21 or older

in private rooms in the residence halls.” A maximum of two cases of beer, or three liters of wine or liquor, are allowed in a room at any one time “to encourage moderation.”

Fregoso said the recent death had not changed any student policies or staff training. Resident advisers undergo drug and alcohol training from police and health workers while an alcohol seminar is part of orientation for new students.

The death is the second on campus related to drugs or alcohol in little more than a year.

In November 2012, Anna Marinier, 20, of Frankfort, died from a heroin overdose while visiting a student in her dorm room. Lewis student

Jamie L. Olson, 21, of Tinley Park, was arrested for obstructing justice after “taking steps to conceal her involvement” in her friend’s death.

Fregoso said Lewis has a “zero tolerance” narcotics policy and Olson chose to withdraw from the school instead of going through the college’s judicial process.

Olson served six months in jail before being released on probation in May as part of a plea deal, according to the Will County State’s Attorney’s office. The state’s attorney has filed a petition to revoke Olson’s probation after she failed a drug test, which was one of the conditions of her release. She is scheduled to appear in court April 23.

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By BRIAN STANLEY bstanley@shawmedia.com BOLINGBROOK – A special adviser says Bolingbrook should go ahead with a hearing that could take away Drew Peterson’s police pension.

The retired Bolingbrook police sergeant was convicted in September 2012 of the March 2004 murder of his third wife, Kathleen Savio.

He was sentenced to 38 years in Drew prison and Peterson remains the main suspect in the October 2007 disappearance of his fourth wife, Stacy Peterson.

An attorney hired by the Bolingbrook Police Pension Board to review Peterson’s case advised earlier this month that there is enough evidence to consider taking away the pension.

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“I think it’s unlikely a court would authorize the writ to have him released from prison to be there in person and the Open Meetings Act requires that it must be held in Bolingbrook, so I’d expect some kind of video conference.

Richard Reimer Bolingbrook Police Pension Board attorney “job-related felony.” Reimer had recommended that the board hire pension fund specialist, Charles Atwell, to review the case.

“He was instructed to review as much of the transcripts and evidence from the hearings as he could and give an opinion whether that provided sufficient grounds for a [pension board] hearing,” Reimer said.

On Jan. 9, Atwell submitted a single-page report to Reimer and the pension board members that said he felt it did.

The pension board will schedule a meeting to decide whether or not to pursue that hearing. Reimer expects that to occur in “the next couple of weeks.”

If the hearing is given the green light, Peterson will have the right to attend while Atwell presents evi-

dence as a third-party hired by the pension board. Peterson, now in the Menard Correctional Center, is not likely to be at the hearing in person, Reimer said.

“I think it’s unlikely a court would authorize the writ to have him released from prison to be there in person and the Open Meetings Act requires that it must be held in Bolingbrook, so I’d expect some kind of video conference,” Reimer said.

Peterson’s attorney Steven Greenberg said last year his client was not found guilty of any official misconduct that would warrant ending his pension, and he expects Peterson will challenge any attempt by the board to take it away. Greenberg did not immediately return a call asking for comment Friday.

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Police arrest 3 men, seize $3M in drugs

By BRIAN STANLEY bstanley@shawmedia.com BOLINGBROOK – Three men were arrested Thursday with $3 million worth of heroin, police said.

A recent joint investigation by the Metropolitan Area Narcotics Squad and Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms had been targeting Uriel A. Quintana, according to MANS Director Mike Weber.

“We had information he was dealing heroin and were watching him around 5 p.m. when he met with two men in a blue Chevy Avalanche parked near the Bolingbrook Promenade,” Weber said.

Quintana, 25, of the 300 block of South Thornwood Drive in Lindenhurst, got out of the Avalanche carrying a 60-quart cooler, which Weber said “struck [the agents watching] as unusual in the cold weather.”

Quintana tried to run when agents moved in on him, but was grabbed quickly.

The cooler had three kilos of heroin inside, Weber said.

Two Joliet men who were allegedly inside the Avalanche, Santiago Diaz, 39, of the 300 block of North Larkin Avenue, and Jesus M. Rodriguez, 35, of the 3000 block of Dan Ireland Drive, were also taken into custody.

Weber said the vehicle was seized.

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By BRIAN STANLEY bstanley@shawmedia.com JOLIET – A janitor at Sator Sanchez Elementary School was arrested Thursday on drug charges.

Police raided Rodney L. Kelly’s home in the 5300 block of Bridlewood Drive while he was at work.

They then went to the school to arrest Kelly, 48, at 12:30 p.m. Thursday.

Kelly’s name was brought to the attention of the narcotics unit after the police department

received complaints he was dealing drugs out of his residence, Cmdr. Al Roechner said.

At 10:49 a.m. police used a search warrant to raid the house and found a gram of cocaine, 47 grams of marijuana, a .22-caliber revolver, digital scales and drug packaging material, Roechner said.

Kelly was booked into the county jail on charges of delivery of marijuana, drug possession, possession of drug paraphernalia and unauthorized possession of a firearm.

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Polish language school may move to Lemont

By DAN FARNHAM dfarnham@shawmedia.com LEMONT – A Polish language school may be moving to Lemont.

Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A is in discussions with the John Paul II Polish Language School about leasing some of the classrooms at Central, which closed in 2011.

Board of Education member Patrick Kerrigan, who leads a committee on the future of the school, brought up the proposal during the board’s meet-

ing Wednesday.

He said the Polish school currently meets at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Parish and at a space in Romeoville, but that it is looking to consolidate to one location.

The school would use the building after normal school hours on Fridays and all day on Saturdays.

Board member Al Malley said he likes the flexibility the lease would allow for the district if it wanted to reopen Central.

“If we needed a school, we could both use it then,” he said.

Interim Superintendent Pamela Hollich said the district is prepared to start working on the specifics of a lease agreement and determining what the district would need to do as far as operation of the building.

In the fall, the Lemont Park District also expressed interest in leasing the building.

Kerrigan said he talked with park district board President Pat Sexton and they have not made a decision.

The board also would like to move forward with

needed repairs to the roof of the school.

Hollich said that May or June would be the most realistic time the repairs could be done.

Director of Operations Pam Mazurek said the repairs are not urgent.

“The roof repairs can be done at a later date,” she said. “It’s not something that could keep the building from reopening.”

Board member Mike Aurelio asked for Requests for Proposal on the roof repair so the board could vote on the issue.

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Chaplain, Bolingbrook man leads aid effort for Philippines

By DANNY CIAMPRONE dciamprone@shawmedia.com BOLINGBROOK – Few could imagine the sheer devastation that would transpire Nov. 8, 2013, in Southeast Asia.

Homelessness, starvation and widespread destruction are now part of everyday life for millions in the Philippines who were victims of Typhoon Haiyan – one of the largest typhoons on record. More than 6,000 people were reportedly killed.

Meanwhile here at home, all Dan Ocampo could do was watch the coverage in real time and hope for the best as the native Filipino still has family in the area since coming to the United States in 2001.

“We were watching it closely when they said it was about to touch down, so it was almost like the countdown with the New Year,” said Ocampo, chaplain at Adventist Hinsdale Hospital. “It was so enormous that no one was really ready for it.”

Fortunately for the Bolingbrook resident, his family lives in the northern Philippines. Most of the destruction occurred in the southern to central regions of the island country. But he wasn’t spared from the heartache of losing loved ones.

“I’ve lost a lot of my friends there … people I went to seminary and college with,” Ocampo said.

Not long after the typhoon touched down, Ocampo got to work and organized a collection to send supplies to the ailing country. Adventist Hinsdale, along with other hospitals within Adventist Midwest Health, donated hospital

lines, medical supplies, hygiene items, clothing and food.

Earlier this month, about 30 volunteers gathered in the Fellowship Hall at Fil-Am Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Hinsdale and packed the supplies for victims.

“Everyone who responded was just so generous,” he said.

Ocampo said while collections are no longer being gathered, there is still a great deal that needs to be done for a country that is still “not even five years” from being back to where it was. In much of the country, there are “tent cities” due to loss of shelter, and an influx in the amount of orphans.

“They were left behind by the parents who sacrificed their lives for the sake of the kids,” he said. “Most of them are being taken by the government because there’s no one to take care of them.”

Ocampo said after four weeks there was a minimum of 300 boxes collected that were about 24 inches high and 21 inches wide full of supplies. He said what struck him the most was how much people were “driven by love.”

“It is out of the heartbeat that you can feel the agony and the needs of other people and I believe whoever in the world needs any helping, those who have been driven by love can do this,” he said.

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OBITUARIES NORA BERGLUND Berglund, Nora (nee Verdin), age 55, of Joliet, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home surrounded by her loving family.

Surviving are her daughters, Natalie and Autumn Berglund, both of Plainfield; her parents, Jesus and Maria (nee Rios) Verdin of Joliet; four sisters, Silvia (Larry) Becker of California, Rosie Verdin of Joliet, Yolanda (Steve) Real of Joliet, and Veronica (Mario) Salazar of Plainfield; one brother, Robert (Tracy) Verdin of Florida; many nieces and nephews; and her husband, Kevin Berglund of Plainfield.

Preceded in death by her sister, Petra Verdin; and her grandparents, Luis Rios and Jovita Cruz Rios and Miguel Verdin and Petra Santillanes Verdin.

Funeral Services for Nora Berglund will be held Monday, January 27, 2014 at 9:15 a.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet to St. Mary Nativity Catholic Church for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Cremation rites will be accorded following services. Private interment Woodlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Visitation Sunday 1:006:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

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ge zzy D ge www.fredcdames.com brother-in-law of Jim Murphy, Kelly RICK DARLING in-law Kim (Jeff) Rueth and Denise Lynch, Fred Kestel and George (Eric) Johnson and (11) nieces and Born: June 22, 1964 Gunderson. nephews.

Died: Jan. 24, 2014; in Morris Funeral Services for Paul K. Rick was preceded by his sister Claussen will be held on Tuesday, Karen Maslinski.

Rick Darling, age Visitation will be Tuesday, January January 28, 2014 at 9:15 a.m. from 49 of Diamond, 28th from 3:00PM until time of the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, passed away 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet funeral service 8:00PM at Reeves unexpectedly to the Cathedral of St. Raymond for Funeral Home, 75 North Broadway January 24, 2014 at a Mass of Christian Burial to be in Coal City. Green Cremation will Morris Hospital. celebrated at 10:00 a.m.

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PAUL K. CLAUSSEN Born June 22, Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Preferred memorials to Unit #1 Born: April 23, 1940; Joliet, IL 1964, Rick is a son where full military honors will be Education Foundation, P.O. Box 177, Died: Jan. 23, 2014; Joliet, IL of Richard (Linda) Darling, Sr. of conducted under the auspices of Coal City, Illinois 60416.

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DAWN R. FERGUSON Dawn R. Ferguson “Renee,” age 56, finally at peace on Thursday, January 23, 2014 with her beloved husband of 34 years by her side.

Renee “Ne'Ne'” is survived by her loving husband, Thomas Ferguson; one son, Shawn Bortkewicz; granddaughter, Cadence; her mother, Carita Miller; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Eugene and Loretta Ferguson; cherished sister, Penny (Jeff) Offermann; her loving nieces, Sofie and Ava Offermann; her siblings, Richard D. Miller and Robin (Bruce) Kamstra; niece, Dawn Solley; and great-niece, Rylee. Chuck and Stormey Lee, Renee's beloved dogs also survive.

Preceded in death by her father, Richard P. Miller; and brother, Mark S. Miller.

Renee was the owner of Ferguson Garage Doors Inc. She was an employee at Carson Pirie Scott for seven years. Renee was a parishioner and member of the choir at St. Mary Nativity Catholic Church in Joliet. She worked as a manager and tape buyer at Crow's Nest Records, Tapes, and Videos in Crest Hill. Renee had a gift for gardening. She was a loving, caring person who touched many lives and will be dearly missed. Renee was just as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside.

Funeral services for Renee will begin on Tuesday, January 28, 2014 with prayers in the funeral home chapel at 9:20 a.m. then driving in procession to St. Mary Nativity Catholic Church in Joliet for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Joliet.

Visitation will be on Monday, January 27, 2014 at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL from 2:00-9:00 p.m.

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KURT E. GOULD Kurt E. Gould, age 48, of Joliet, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Thursday, January 23, 2014.

He is survived by his loving parents, Kenneth and Vanette (nee Lennon) Gould; his brothers and sisters, Mark (Lori) Gould of St. Charles, Michelle "Mickey" (Tim) Hartseil of Plainfield, Brett (Jackie) Gould of Joliet, Erik "Ponny" (Randal Engelmann) Gould of MA, Erin (Mark) Mynatt of CO, and Lynn (Jim) Samalea of Joliet; his nieces and nephews, Kellen and Kyleigh Gould, Nathan Hartseil, Kelli (Chris) Mores, Karri (Christian) Conroy, Taryn Hartseil, Benjamin, Trevor, and Evan Gould, Nolan (Rachael) Mynatt, Ryleigh and McGuire Mynatt; his great niece and nephews, Reese and Parker Mores and Cadyn and Quinn Conroy; his uncle, Terry (Kay) Lennon; his lifelong friend, Charlie Horvath; numerous cousins and friends and his faithful dachshund, Luke.

Preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, John and Mary Louise Lennon; his paternal grandparents, Ed and Margaret Gould; his aunt, Rosemary (Leonard) Martis; his uncles, Patrick (Corrine) Lennon, Ted (Peggy) Gould, Gerald (Leslie) Gould, and Donald (Janice) Gould.

Kurt attended St. John's Grade

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School and was a proud Joliet Catholic Alumni. Kurt had a heart of gold, he was kind, generous, thoughtful, and gentle, but above all, he was brave and strong. He lit up a room with his humor and one liners, his smile was known to everyone as Kurt never met a stranger. Kurt loved the art of radio broadcasting and maintaining his many fish tanks, he enjoyed yard work and had a magical green thumb, he also was an avid lifelong White Sox fan. He had many talents, interests, and hobbies, but most of all, Kurt loved his family, spending time with them was his life.

Visitation will be Monday, January 27, 2014, from 4:00 - 8:00p.m. at Forsythe Funeral Home, Manhattan.

Everyone will meet at church for Mass of Christian Burial, 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2014, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Hickory St., Joliet. Inurnment at a later date will be at St. John Cemetery, Joliet.

Memorials in Kurt's name to Joliet Area Community Hospice would be most appreciated.

Forsythe Funeral Home, 507 S. State St. (Rt. 52), Manhattan, IL 60442, 815-478-3321 www.forsythefuneralhome.com

EDWARD J. MCNAMARA Edward J. McNamara passed away peacefully Thursday, January 23, 2014. Age 90.

Survived by two daughters Nora McNamara and Julie (David) Milos, two granddaughters Colleen and Katie Milos; sister in law Maureen McNamara and several nieces and nephews. Also survived by his good buddy Bob

Young.

Preceded in death by his loving wife of 43 years Ann (nee Kenealy) McNamara, his parents Ralph and Marie “Dolly” (nee Clohesy) McNamara, his brothers Robert McNamara and Michael “Sunny” McNamara.

Edward was a World War II Veteran and a founding member of the Order of Ancient Hibernians.

Ed's greatest joy was spending time with his granddaughters and giving them anything they asked for.

Funeral services will be held from the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home, 2320 Black Road, Joliet on Thursday January 30, 2014,

at 9:30 AM to Sacred Heart Catholic Church 337 Ottawa Street, Joliet for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Memorials to the Guardian Angel Home, 1550 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL 60435 will be appreciated. Visitation Wednesday 3-7 PM.

Gloria Harden-Turner 1/25/56 – 1/16/12 It has been 2 years since God called you home to glory. This January 25, 2014 we honor you, and your legacy. Your smile, laughter, and spicy character is missed. Our hearts have a void that will never be filled. As you smile down on us our hearts recognize the rays of sun your love sends.

Your family wishes you a Happy Birthday.

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF REVEREND JAMES AND BEATRICE MCNEAR Some may think you are forgotten, Though on earth you are no more, But in our memory you are with us, As you always were before.

5/12/1910 ~ 1/26/1985

Your Daughter, Therese Bell, Your Son, Jason, Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, Sisters, Nieces, Nephews and the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Family

1/26/1929 ~ 8/27/2012

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GREGORY JAMES MOSHER Gregory James Mosher, age 29, suddenly Wednesday, January 22, 2014.

Gregory is survived by his beloved companion in life, Danielle Hanus; cherished daughter, Charlee Rae; loving parents, Gregory and Diana; treasured sisters, Danielle and Samantha (Tom) Mosher Carnevale; dear nephews, Andrew James and Jacob Thomas Carnevale; grandparents, Raymond and Margaret Mosher and Lorraine Barnes; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and close friends.

Preceded in death by his grandfather, Francis Barnes.

Gregory fearlessly lived life to the fullest. He will be forever missed.

Funeral services for Gregory will begin on Monday, January 27, 2014, with a visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at Willard Grove Cemetery in Channahon. Visitation will be on Sunday, January 26, 2014 from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL. Obituary and Tribute Wall for Gregory James Mosher at www.tezakfuneralhome.com or for information, 815-722-0524.

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DR. LARRY NELSON Born: Oct. 20, 1944; Joliet, IL Died: Jan. 14, 2014; Florence, AL Lawrence "Larry" John Nelson, age 69, a beloved father, husband, brother, uncle, professor, mentor, author, and friend, died on January 14, 2014, after an eight month battle with brain cancer.

Born on October 20, 1944, to Lawrence and Hannah Nelson in Joliet, IL. Nelson also resided in Garden City, NY, Pasadena, CA, Springfield and Columbia, MO,

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Born: May 25, 1958; in Joliet Died: Jan. 22, 2014; in Naperville

Francis Michael Nugent, age 55, of Naperville, IL died January 22, 2014 at Edward Hospital. He was born May 25, Spring ia, MO, 1958 in Joliet, IL. Picayune, MS, and Mobile, AL, Francis was a graduate of before making Florence, AL his Northern Illinois University, Class of home 30 years ago.

1981 with a B.S. Degree in Finance.

Nelson married Verlie Vipond, of He was the founder and President British Columbia, Canada on May 31, of Clover Financial Group, and 1969. active in his industry since 1981.

A two-time graduate of the Francis was a member of Holy Spirit University of Missouri, Nelson Catholic Community. He was a received his Ph.D. in American member of the signing group History in 1972. Upon graduation, Christal Heart and a grateful friend Nelson continued his studies at of Bill Wilson. He loved to read, golf Fuller Theological Seminary in and to be with his wife and his Pasadena, California. Nelson would children. also teach at several colleges and He is survived by his wife Dr. spend time as a scholar-inPatricia O'Donnell Nugent his residence at the library in Picayune, children Declan, Pierce, Niamh and Mississippi, before settling at The Aoife. His brother Raymond (the University of North Alabama in Late Cheri) Nugent of Manhattan, IL, Florence. His tenure at UNA was sister Mary Kay Nugent of marked and celebrated with Manhattan, IL. His Niece Anna and numerous awards for research, nephews Ryan, RJ, Kevin, John, service, and Teacher of the Year.

Brendan, David, Patrick and Kevin.

Nelson is survived by his beloved Loving in-laws, aunts, uncles and wife, Verlie; brother, Paul Nelson cousins. and sister-in-law, Elaine Nelson of He was preceded in death by his Charlotte, NC; sister, Doris Smith parents Raymond and Kathleen from New Lenox, IL; children, Pete Nugent.

Nelson from Nashville, TN and Julia A visitation will be held Monday, Strickland; son-in-law, Josh January 27, 2014 from 3:00 P.M. to Strickland; and three grandchildren, 8:00 P.M. at the Beidelman-Kunsch Samantha, Jack, and Gus, from Funeral Home and Crematory, Clarksville, TN; nephew, John N. 24021 Royal Worlington Dr. Smith (Barbara) of New Lenox, IL, Naperville, IL. A Mass of Christian nieces, Beverly Ross (Rhody) of Burial will be held Tuesday , Charles Town, WV, Jennifer Truppa January 28, 2014 at 10:30 at Holy (Tony) of Plainfield, IL, Grace Parrish Spirit Catholic Church, 2001 (Jeffrey) of Brighton, MI, Caroline Hassert Blvd. Naperville, IL. Ferdinandsen (Ty) of Fresno, CA. Memorials to theChildren's He was preceded in death by son, Education Fund. Info 630-922-9630 Larry Peter; parents, Lawrence and www.beidelmankunschfh.com Hannah Nelson; and brother-in-law, John E. Smith.

Donations may be made to a scholarship fund at the UNA Foundation, in memory of Dr. Nelson at: UNA Box 5113, Florence, AL MARY PATRICIA 35632.

SWANSON A memorial service was held January 18, 2014 in Florence, Alabama.

Mary Patricia Additional information and a link Swanson (nee to the memorial service can be Segatto), age 78, found at passed away on https://www.facebook.com/ Saturday, PrayersForDrLarryNelson December 21, 2013.

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Survived by granddaughter Jessica West Salts, grandsons Drew and Larry West, and two greatgrandchildren.

Preceded in death by husband Donald R. Swanson, son David Allen West, her parents Victor and Hannah (nee Shatuck) Segatto, brothers Victor and Richard Segatto, and sisters Marie Kure, June Rossio and Betty Segatto.

Memorial service was held Sunday, January 5, 2014, at Crosspoint Community Church, 2900 Mill Street, Reno, Nevada.

Interment in spring of 2014, at Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Fernley, Nevada.

BERNARD T. WILDA Bernard T. Wilda, age 89 years, passed away on Wednesday January 22, 2014 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center with his loving family by his side.

Bernie was a veteran of WWII, serving proudly with the US Army.

He was a Life-Member of Stone City Post VFW # 2199. He retired from

Lockport Trucking Company.

Preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Amanda Wilda.

Survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Marie M. Wilda; his daughter, Lynn (Jack) Carlstrom; 2 grandchildren, Christine (Ramy) Bahu and Nicole (James) Korczak; 5 great-grandchildren, Alexander and Theodore Bahu; Anna, Ella and Maria Korczak.

In accordance with Bernard's wishes, private services will be held.

Memorials would be appreciated in Bernard's name to Providence Catholic High School, New Lenox, Illinois.

Arrangements by Tapella Funeral Services. For information, call: 815-726-4054 To subscribe to the The Herald-News, call 800-397-9397, menu option 1.

The family of the late Ruth H. Furdek of Joliet expresses heartfelt thanks to the staff at the Inn at Willow Falls who provided a loving home for our Mom for the past year. We are also grateful to Dr. Robert S. Schubert, Dr. Chris Kolyvas, and Dr. John M. Walsh for their expertise, advice and care, as well as to the wonderful nurses - especially Susan, British and Chanel - on the Cardiac ICU during Mom’s recent stay at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet. Finally, the family appreciates the assistance of the Joliet Area Community Hospice staff with our Mom’s peaceful passing.

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NEWS BRIEFS Ill. hospital visitors limited because of flu URBANA – Some Illinois hospitals are barring sick visitors or regulating their visits to limit the spread of flu.

The (Champaign) News-Gazette reported Saturday that hospitals in Urbana and Hoopeston imposed new rules, joining another Urbana hospital and one in Danville, which had set guidelines earlier in the week.

Meanwhile, The (Bloomington) Pantagraph reported that hospitals in Lincoln and Gibson City also have strictly limited visits. But hospitals in Bloomington, Normal and Pontiac have seen decreases in flu cases.

Illinois Department of Public Health statistics indicate that 450 people have been in intensive care units with flu this season, with 37 deaths, according to The Pantagraph.

Rare dust storm closes Illinois highway CARLINVILLE – A rare dust storm forced state transportation authorities to shut down a 5-mile stretch of a central Illinois highway because of low visibility and a series of crashes.

Friday’s dust storm near Carlinville caused several car crashes on Illinois 108, with drivers saying they couldn’t see beyond the hoods of their cars, The (Springfield) State Journal-Register reported.

– Wire reports

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Ill. gov. candidates lukewarm on gambling

By SARA BURNETT The Associated Press CHICAGO – As another push gets underway to add five new casinos in Illinois and slot machines at Chicago’s two international airports, most of the candidates for governor in 2014 are lukewarm about the plan, despite supporters’ claims that it could bring in up to $1 billion per year for the financially struggling state.

All four Republicans responding to a questionnaire from The Associated Press said they either oppose new gambling or support it only on a limited basis and with the backing of local governments. Two GOP candidates – state Sens. Kirk Dillard and Bill Brady – also stressed the need to protect the horse racing industry and the

agricultural jobs it supports.

Gov. Pat Quinn, who is seeking re-election, has vetoed two previous gambling bills, saying they didn’t include enough ethical protections. The Chicago Democrat also has said he will only sign legislation that provides sufficient oversight of a Chicago casino and directs new revenues to education.

The sponsor of the gambling expansion bill has scheduled a public hearing Tuesday in East St. Louis.

State Rep. Bob Rita said it will be first in a series of hearings scheduled as the Illinois General Assembly begins its spring session next week.

The bill currently calls for adding casinos in Rockford, Danville, Chicago’s south suburbs and Lake County in addition to Chicago. It would also allow current and future casino licensees to apply for an online gambling license and add slot machines at the state’s horse-racing tracks and O’Hare and Midway international airports.

It’s unclear if any changes will be made to the legislation. But supporters say it could generate between $400 million and $1 billion annually. The measure would put the bulk of revenue from brick-andmortar gambling toward school funding.

Brady, Dillard, state Treasurer Dan Rutherford and businessman Bruce Rauner are seeking the GOP nomination in the

March primary.

Rutherford, of Chenoa, said that in general, he doesn’t support expansion of gambling “simply to raise more state revenue.”

“If a gaming expansion bill was to be presented with proper regulation and sufficient oversight, I would be willing to entertain a discussion,” he said.

Rutherford also said decisions about how to spend gambling revenue “should be part of a broader discussion of revenues and expenditures as we seek to return to fiscal stability.”

Rauner stated in his questionnaire, and again during a debate in Peoria this week, that local communities should drive the decisions about where to add casinos.

“I don’t gamble. I don’t like gambling,” the political newcomer from

Winnetka said during the debate. “I believe casinos and gambling is here. We should allow our local governments to decide for themselves.”

In the AP questionnaire, Rauner said any new gambling revenue should be invested in “the state’s top three priorities: education, infrastructure and lowering the tax burden.”

Dillard, of Hinsdale, said he supports “limited casino expansion” to relieve state finances if it’s approved locally. He said he opposed a 2009 video gambling law, but supports slot machines at race tracks because the increased revenue would also help Illinois’ agriculture industry, which receives “a significant amount” of its revenues from horse racing.

Pot stores might have to deal only in cash

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS SPRINGFIELD – People who buy medical marijuana in Illinois might find out it’s cash-only.

Even though lawmakers and Gov. Pat Quinn approved last summer the use of cannabis for certain medical conditions, selling and buying it remains a federal offense.

So dispensaries set up to distribute it may not be able to open bank accounts or get a line of credit, according to the Springfield bureau of Lee Enterprises newspapers in a report

Saturday.

“What it means for a lot of businesses is that they’re forced to operate entirely in cash,” said Taylor West, deputy director of the National Cannabis Industry Association in Washington. “That’s not just the sales side. It also affects the business side.”

That means higher risk for dispensary staff members and public safety, according to West. Marijuana stores will have to have a bundle of cash to pay bills, meet payroll and dole out tax payments.

That’s why state Sen.

Jason Barickman, a Bloomington Republican, opposed the legislation.

“It’s as if the majority who supported this bill shrugged off the fact that this is prohibited by federal law,” he said. “ ... We would appear to be enacting an entire bureaucracy in our state for one drug and in doing so, we’re ignoring all of the implications that this would have on a federal level.”

The Illinois law authorizes a pilot program to legalize medical marijuana. Access rules have been called some of the nation’s

toughest, but regulations are still being written.

Preliminary rules for the program were released last week. They call for patients to provide fingerprints, submit to background checks, pay $150 annually for special photo IDs and surrender firearms cards.

West said businesses in other states that have legalized marijuana have faced problems with finances. Banks could run into trouble with federal officials for violating drug-trafficking and money-laundering laws by do-

ing business with vendors.

The sponsor of the initiative isn’t concerned.

He says Illinois should be more concerned with helping people with debilitating illnesses for whom marijuana, smoked or eaten, often gives relief from pain or other problems.

“I would say that’s a feeble excuse for not improving the lives of thousands of sick people,” said Rep. Lou Lang, a Skokie Democrat. “It didn’t bother 20 other states, and there’s no reason Illinois can’t take care of its sick people.”

NATION&WORLD NEWS BRIEF No decision on order to end life support FORT WORTH – Executives from a Texas hospital conferred with the county district attorney’s office Saturday to determine their next step, after a judge ordered the hospital to remove a pregnant, brain-dead woman from life support.

Both the hospital and family agree that Marlise Munoz meets the criteria to be considered brain-dead – which means she is dead both medically and under Texas law – and that her fetus could not be born alive this early in pregnancy. But the hospital says it’s obligated to protect the fetus, while Munoz’s husband, Erick Munoz, says his wife wouldn’t have wanted to be kept in this condition. His attorneys have said medical records show the fetus is “distinctly abnormal.”

Wallace sided with Erick Munoz on Friday and gave the Fort Worth hospital until 5 p.m. Monday to take Marlise Munoz off life support.

– Wire report

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Violence mars 3rd anniversary of Egypt uprising

By MAGGIE MICHAEL and SARAH EL DEEB The Associated Press

CAIRO – The anniversary of Egypt’s 2011 uprising brought a violent display of the country’s furious divisions Saturday, as giant crowds danced at government-backed rallies and security forces crushed demonstrations by rival Islamists and some secular activists.

Clashes nationwide killed at least 29 protesters, health officials said. The starkly contrasting scenes reflect the three years of turmoil Egypt has faced since the Jan. 25, 2011, revolution began and ultimately toppled autocrat Hosni Mubarak, replacing him with a transitional military council.

Last summer’s millions-strong demonstrations against Mubarak’s elected successor, Islamist President Mohammed Morsi, led to a military coup removing him. And as Egypt looks forward to presidential elections later this year, many celebrating Saturday in the famed Tahrir Square demanded army chief Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi run for president.

“El-Sissi saved the nation. It was up in the air like this helicopter and he carried it to safety,” said Mervat Khalifa, 62, sitting on the sidewalk and waving to a helicopter overhead.

Military helicopters showered crowds in Tahrir with small flags and gift coupons to buy refrigerators, heaters, blankets and home appliances. Statebacked rallies also showcased prancing horses and traditional music for ecstatic crowds.

Morsi’s supporters used Saturday’s anniversary to build new momentum in their defiance of the military and its political transition plan, despite being hit by a crippling police crackdown and rising public resentment against his Muslim Brotherhood group.

“Anger is bigger than all. Repression sparks revolutions. The burning of Egypt won’t last,” a statement issued by a Brotherhood-led coalition said.

The fiercest clashes raged in an eastern Cairo suburb, where Islamist supporters fought with security forces for hours in pitched street battles.

Troops fired over the crowd to disperse protesters who

threw gasoline bombs. Protesters set up a field hospital to aid the wounded.

Violence also was strong in the provinces. A car bomb exploded outside a security camp in the city of Suez, where gunmen clashed with police, witnesses said. Nine civilians were wounded in the bombing, authorities said.

In neighboring Ismailiya, protesters chanting “down with military rule” also battled security forces.

In Alexandria, a female protester was shot and killed during clashes, officials said.

Two protesters were killed in the southern city of Minya, security officials said.

The clashes in the eastern Cairo suburb of Alf Maskan were fiercest.

Protesters Mustafa Mohammed and Sami, who only gave his first name for fear of reprisals, said security personnel and rooftop snipers used live rounds against demonstrators. The gunfire struck a natural gas pipeline three times, Mohammed said.

Sami said protesters threw gasoline bombs in the clashes, which wounded hundreds. Two security officials in the area described the situation as tense and said at least six people were killed. The protesters put the figure at 24. It was not immediately possible to reconcile the figures.

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The clashes contrasted with scenes of celebration in Tahrir Square and other major squares in provincial capitals, where long queues of demonstrators lined up to enter the tightly secured areas through metal detectors.

Some celebrating wore paper masks with el-Sissi’s picture and their rallies showed a ferociously anti-Islamist tone.

Soldiers guarding Tahrir Square joined them in chanting: “The people want the execution of the Brotherhood.” A crowd beat a woman in a conservative headscarf and drove her away, believing she was a Brotherhood sympathizer.

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Obama to focus on economic opportunity

By JULIE PACE The Associated Press

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Shoppers are evacuated by police after a shooting at The Mall in Columbia on Saturday in Columbia, Md. Police say three people died in a shooting at the mall in suburban Baltimore, including the presumed gunman.

3 dead after Md. mall shooting

By ERIC TUCKER The Associated Press COLUMBIA, Md. – A man carrying a shotgun opened fire at a busy shopping mall Saturday in suburban Baltimore, killing two employees of a skate shop and then himself as panicked shoppers ran for cover, police said. Five others were injured.

Police were still trying to determine the identity and motive of the gunman who killed a man and a woman, both in their 20s, at a skate shop called Zumiez on the upper level of the Mall in Columbia.

Witnesses described hearing gunshots and screams as shoppers ducked into nearby stores and hid behind locked doors. Many found cover in stockrooms and barricaded themselves until the arrival of police, who searched store to store.

By late afternoon, the mall had been cleared of shoppers and employees.

Howard County Police Chief

William J. McMahon said at a news conference that authorities had difficulty identifying the gunman because of concerns he might be carrying explosives and were proceeding with an “abundance of caution.”

“We do not know yet what caused the shooting incident,” he said. “We do not have a motive.”

Someone called 911 at around 11:15 a.m. to report a shooting at the mall. Police responded to the scene within 2 minutes and found three people dead – including the apparent gunman near a gun and ammunition – either inside or outside the shop, which sells skateboards, clothing and accessories.

McMahon said police were confident there was a single gunman.

Police identified the victims as 21-year-old Brianna Benlolo of College Park, Md., and 25-year-old Tyler Johnson of Ellicott City, Md. Both worked at Zumiez.

Benlolo’s grandfather, John Feins, said in a telephone interview

from Florida that his granddaughter had a 2-year-old son and that the job at Zumiez was her first since she went back to work after her son’s birth.

“She was all excited because she was the manager there,” he said.

Zumiez CEO Rick Brooks released a statement that the company is making counseling available for employees in the area.

“The Zumiez team is a tight knit community and all of our hearts go out to Brianna and Tyler’s families,” he wrote.

Howard County General Hospital said it had treated and released five patients. One patient had a gunshot wound, while at least three other patients sustained other injuries.

The mall is at the center of the town that’s a suburb of both Baltimore and Washington, and it typically opens at 10 a.m. on Saturdays.

It was busy with shoppers and employees when the shots rang out before noon.

WASHINGTON – Struggling to generate second-term momentum, President Barack Obama will use Tuesday’s State of the Union address to announce new executive actions on job training and retirement security, while prodding a divided Congress to work harder on expanding economic mobility for middle class Americans.

Obama’s b r o a d themes – described by the W h i t e House as opportuniBarack Obama ty, action, and optimism – may find some support among Republicans, who also have picked up the inequality mantle in recent months. But as Congress barrels toward the midterm elections, there’s little indication the president will win over the GOP with his legislative policy prescriptions, including a renewed push to increase the minimum wage and expand access to early childhood education.

With its grand traditions and huge prime-time television audience, the State of the Union offers Obama an opportunity to start fresh after a year where his legislative agenda stalled, his signature health care law floundered and his approval rating tumbled. The president has cast 2014 as a “year of action” but has yet to show the public how he’ll ensure that’s more than just an empty promise.

Previewing the pres-

ident’s remarks, White House spokesman Jay Carney said, “He’ll certainly aim high. Presidents ought to aim high.”

Obama has been tinkering with the speech in his typical fashion, writing out notes long-hand on yellow legal pads and scribbling edits on drafts typed out by his speechwriting team. The White House has heavily promoted the address on social media sites like Instagram, posting photos of Obama working in the Oval Office with lead speechwriter Cody Keenan. Aides are also working on an interactive version of the speech that will run online and feature charts and statistics about the president’s proposals as he’s speaking.

While each of Obama’s speeches to Congress has centered on the economy, the challenges have changed as the nation has moved away from the deep recession. Corporate profits and the financial markets have reached record highs, but many Americans are grappling with long-term unemployment and stagnant salaries.

Obama has struggled to gain traction on Capitol Hill for many of the economic initiatives he supports, including reinstating unemployment insurance for more than one million Americans who have been out of work for a long period of time. With that in mind, officials say the president’s speech will include announcements on policies he will undertake on his own. While officials would not detail the specific initiatives, they did say they would center on job training and boosting retirement security.

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Pope: Expand women’s roles in church

By FRANCES D’EMILIO The Associated Press

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Pope Francis presides over a Vespers ceremony Saturday at Rome’s St. Paul Basilica, at the Vatican.

VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis on Saturday lauded women for their sensitivity toward the society’s weak and “gifts” like intuition, insisting they take on greater responsibilities in the Catholic church, as well as in professional and public spheres.

Francis was full of praise about female talent and untapped potential in a speech at the Vatican to an Italian women’s group.

But the pope gave no sign that the Vatican glass ceiling against ordaining women for the priesthood might see some cracks during his papacy.

From day one of his papacy in March, Francis has been trying to make the Catholic church more welcoming, but it forbids

women from becoming priests, arguing among other things that Jesus and his apostles were men.

Francis made clear back in November, in an extensive document laying out his priorities as head of the 1.2-billion-member Catholic church, that the ban against women’s ordination would stand. Then, and in his speech on Saturday, he did go out of his way to urge a greater role for women in making decisions and holding responsibilities in the church.

Referring to that document, Francis told his audience that he had stressed “the indispensable contribution of women in society, in particular with their sensitivity and intuition toward the other, the weak and the unprotected.” He said he

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has been heartened that “many women share some pastoral responsibilities with priests in looking after persons, families and groups” and he said he had hoped that “the spaces for a more diffuse and incisive presence in the church be expanded.”

In some parishes, women visit parishioners too frail to come to church, run prayer groups and outreach programs to the poor, as well as help distribute communion to the faithful at Masses, especially in churches with large congregations.

“These new spaces and responsibilities that have been opened, and I strongly hope that they can further be opened up to the presence and activity of women, both in the church environment as well that of the public and profes-

sional” spheres, Francis said, “cannot make us forget the irreplaceable role of the woman in a family.”

His audience was made up of Italian women, who live in a country with one of the lowest rates of women in the workplace in the European Union, as many in Italy leave jobs to raise children and never return or never enter the workplace at all.

Keeping with the Vatican’s stress on so-called traditional families, Francis said families benefit from women’s “gifts of delicateness, special sensitivity and tenderness.”

“The presence of women in a domestic setting turns out to be so necessary” for the “transmission to future generations of solid moral principles and the very transmission of the faith,” Francis said.

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Trend-starting Texas drops algebra II mandate

By WILL WEISSERT The Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas – Policy pop quiz: Does Texas - algebra II = success?

The state that started a trend by making high school students tackle algebra II is now abandoning the policy in a move praised by school districts for affording more flexibility.

But some policy experts are nervous because nearly 20 states have followed Texas’ lead in requiring the vigorous course.

Supporters say fewer course mandates give students more time to focus on vocational training for high-paying jobs that don’t necessarily require a college degree, such as at Toyota’s factory in San Antonio or oil and chemical giant

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Math teacher Tracy Popescu (right) helps high school junior Carter Buono with a problem in an algebra II class Jan. 15 at Flower Mound High School in Flower Mound, Texas. Texas is abandoning advanced-math mandates to give high school students more flexibility to focus on vocational training for jobs that pay top dollar but don’t necessarily require a college degree.

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But critics say Texas – often watched for education policy – is watering down

its standards. They note that test scores and graduation rates have improved since the tougher curriculum was adopted in 2006.

“Algebra II is a really, really powerful predictive value on whether kids go to college, but it goes on and on after that: more likely to have a full-time job, have a job with benefits, be healthier,” said Patte Barth, director of the Center for Public Education, a policy group affiliated with the National School Boards Association.

“It’s not just for the college bound.”

Sixteen other states and the District of Columbia now require algebra II for most students, while Minnesota and Connecticut will do so soon. But Texas will join Florida – two of the country’s most populous states – in dropping the requirement when its Board of Education gives final approval to a curriculum overhaul next week.

That’s prompting some education groups to keep close tabs on other states because Texas’ classroom policy can have national implications. The state’s heavy reliance on tougher standardized testing under then-Gov. George W. Bush became the model for the federal No Child Left Behind law. Texas’ textbook market is so large that edits made for its classrooms can affect books sold nationwide.

“It’s funny that the banner-turning state would be backing off not so many years later,” said Jennifer Dounay Zinth, a policy analyst at Education Commission of the States.

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TAKING STOCK

Option writing recommendations Dear Mr. Berko: Your recent column on options was interesting.

And I own all four of the recommended stocks in that column. I have been selling call options for several years on stocks in my retirement portfolio, which has increased my cash flow 1 to 4 percent annually over and above my gains and dividends.

I know I could do better, but this takes a lot of time, which I don’t have because my law practice consumes between 50 and 60 hours a week. And I can’t do the necessary research for the same reason. Therefore, this email to you requests the names of some good stocks to sell options on that would have good potential for long-term gain in my portfolio.

– TS, Indianapolis Dear TS: I also know enough about the op-

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But I could probably more than triple my very modest results if I were more knowledgeable.

Strange as it seems, I have neither the energy nor the time to become more knowledgeable. To be successful, I need to develop a skill set that requires years to master. It’s like the difference between performing brain surgery as a newly minted med school graduate and doing so as an experienced neurosurgeon. Although I understand the option concept, I don’t follow this market closely enough to recommend suitable buy-write opportunities, and because I lack a professional’s skills, I’m not comfortable personally selecting specific issues for you.

This world is the province of the 10 dozen or so true option giants in

VIEWS Malcom Berko the U.S. These are kooky guys who eat and live in a world of stochastic calculus, Riemann sums and Brownian motion. Most of them have behavioral affectations (tics, twitches, blinks) and unusual speech patterns and perceive the environment differently than we do. These super-geeks have egos as big as the Bronx and don’t talk to commoners like me. Most of these guys are Fields Medal material – an award in mathematics eminently more prestigious than the Nobel Prize. But I do know a commoner (he has a familial relationship to some in this crowd) to whom some of these super-geeks will talk. He is straight as an arrow, speaks clearly and is en-

thusiastically contagious about using options to enhance portfolio returns, and his results are not unimpressive. So I called and asked for recommendations on stocks on which you can sell rich option premiums.

Apple Inc. (AAPL-$540) designs, makes and sells iPhones and the like.

SolarCity (SCTY-$65) sells, leases and installs energy systems to homes and businesses. InvenSense (INVN-$20) designs and sells microelectromechanical systems for motion tracking devices.

Universal Display (OLED$34) engages in research, development and commercialization of organic light-emitting diode technologies. InterDigital (IDCC-$29) designs and develops technologies that enable and enhance wireless communications.

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Those seven issues offer attractive 12-month premiums ranging between 10 and 14 percent, and some provide good dividend payments, which will enhance your cash flow on a 12-month buy-write. However, the returns can be mind-bendingly higher if you have the knowledge to put on strips, straps, straddles and strangles. This concept involves the simultaneous purchase and sale of various option contracts on the same stock, sometimes at different prices and sometimes at different times.

These annual returns can be dramatically higher (along with a significant increase in volatility and risk) if these transactions are affected in a margin account.

The seven issues above are good candidates for the very simple buy-write strategy. In this scenario, a conservative investor can increase the cash flow on his long-term investment portfolio by an additional 3 to 8 percent in a good market and 2 to 4 percent in a poor market.

If you are a trader, the numbers can be much higher in a good market, but the losses can be terribly humbling in a down market. And if you get involved in strips, straps, straddles and strangles (which is where the Fields candidates shine), the gains and losses can be explosive or implosive.

But don’t do this without expert advice.

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Ban on trans fats would be boon for canola growers

By JUSTIN JUOZAPAVICIUS The Associated Press

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Heath Sanders, canola field specialist with Great Plains Canola Association, holds a dormant canola plants Dec. 18, 2013 in the field of Jerry Lingo near El Reno, Okla. Over the past two decades, canola has joined the rotation in the Great Plains and beyond, with 1.7 million acres planted from Oregon to the Carolinas.

TULSA, Okla. – From Oregon to Oklahoma, farmers have started planting canola in earnest, rotating the yellow-flowered crop that could blossom into a replacement for artery-clogging trans fats found in myriad junk foods, such as cookies, cakes and pies.

The amount of canola being grown in the U.S. has increased dramatically in the past two decades or so, with 1.7 million acres planted in 2012. Some of it

is growing in areas such as Oklahoma, which for generations has been dominated by wheat and cattle operations.

As Oklahoma grower Jeff Scott joked, before canola gained popularity, a farmer’s idea of crop rotation here was taking an 800-pound steer off a pasture and replacing it with a 500-pounder.

Canola seeds produce oil with less saturated fat than many cooking oils and got a boost last fall when the Food and Drug Administration announced it was

changing its view on trans fats. The FDA issued a preliminary decision that trans fat, also called partially hydrogenated oils, would no longer be listed as “generally recognized as safe” and began taking comment from the food industry on a timeline for eliminating their use.

Increased use of canola has led to strong prices that can top other crops. For example, canola now brings farmers about $10 a bushel, compared to about $6 to $7 for wheat.

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ation could harvest up to 40 bushels an acre.

“I’ve been on the ground floor of working with winter canola, and whenever you try something new, you’re going to have a lot of challenges, but I tell you what, in the last few years, the winter canola ... [has been] a game changer for farmers – I’m seeing it out in the field,” said Heath Sanders, a canola field specialist near Lawton, Okla., who’s been rotating winter canola with his other crops for the past seven years on the family farm.

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NSA reform falls short The Obama administration task force that reviewed the unbridled surveillance activities of the National Security Agency recommended new policies that might make us feel a little better about how much the government is watching us, but overshadow a larger issue: the presumption the government never would abuse the information it collects.

Unfortunately, history suggests otherwise.

Few remember an operation called COINTELPRO, a domestic intelligence program operated by the FBI of J. Edgar Hoover from 1956 to 1971. The purpose of the Counter Intelligence Program was to root out alleged communists in America, through surveillance and indeed infiltration of domestic groups that included Vietnam protesters, church groups and peace activists such as Martin Luther King Jr. Eventually, the Senate authorized a committee led by Sen. Frank Church of Idaho to investigate the program.

The committee’s conclusions were damning. “Our investigation has established that the targets of intelligence activity have ranged far beyond persons who could properly be characterized as enemies of freedom and have extended to a wide array of citizens engaging in lawful activity.”

Some would say the modern-day IRS probe of Tea Party-related groups for auditing was no different than COINTELPRO. So although the surveillance task force recommended needed changes such as the halting of massive and all-encompassing data collection on all Americans’ phone records, and a more focused collection, the change only has impact if we can trust those in charge of it to obey the rules. And although Obama has said he has authorized by executive order a kind of whistle-blower protection that would allow intelligence workers to raise issues with the collection and use of data, we suspect very few people in this line of work have incentives to be whistle-blowers, given the recent experience of Edward Snowden.

There is no doubt that we have to balance the need to gather information to stop terrorists against the need for our citizens’ rights to privacy – to be left alone.

But the issue goes beyond that. Information is power, and too much power of information in the hands of the government could strike at democratic institutions themselves and our democracy as a whole, as history has shown.

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Making the case for free trade

By COKIE ROBERTS AND STEVEN V. ROBERTS President Barack Obama intends to make free trade a major goal this year, and few policies would do more to stimulate growth and create jobs at a time when too many Americans still are struggling to find work and support their families.

But the president must show much more passion and persistence on this issue than he’s demonstrated so far. In particular, he has to stand up to the labor unions and liberal interest groups that continue to mount a wrong-headed, backward-looking opposition to expanding foreign commerce.

He can start by making trade a major theme of his State of the Union speech next week. Rep. Aaron Schock, of Illinois, a key Republican on trade policy, rightly told Bloomberg, “We need the president

to come out and say he wants this.

We need leadership from him.”

The immediate issue is a bipartisan bill introduced this month that would renew Trade Promotion Authority, commonly known as “fast track.”

Under this process, Congress would be able to vote up or down on trade pacts but not offer amendments or change provisions.

Fast track authority expired in 2007, and reviving it now is absolutely essential. The administration is deeply involved in trade talks with 11 other Pacific Rim nations, and an even larger deal looms with Europe. These are highly complex negotiations, involving politically risky and finely balanced compromises, and no trading partner will sign such a pact if Congress can veto pieces of the package.

“The last thing we want are 435 members of the House and 100 senators trying to negotiate separately a

trade deal,” Rep. Charles Boustany, a Louisiana Republican, told Voice of America.

Passing fast track will not be easy, however.

Republicans have suffered from extremists pulling their party to the right on issues such as immigration, but the Democrats have their own hardliners on the left, and no issue gets them more riled up than free trade.

A typical criticism came from Rep. Alan Grayson, a Florida Democrat, who told the Huffington Post, “We’ve tried free trade, and not only has free trade not improved the U.S. economy, it’s gutted manufacturing and driven down our labor standards.”

Liberal ideologues such as Grayson are flat-out wrong. As the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative points out, “Trade is critical to America’s prosperity.”

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Time to pass baton Editor’s note: This is the letter of resignation that Garrett Peck submitted to the Plainfield Township Park District board.

He also submitted it to The Herald-News as a letter to the editor. It is being run as submitted: Dear Board of Commissioners, Over the past month, I have been considering the future of the Park District and my presence as the executive director. I took this position in a controversial manner, which made it extremely difficult to function with the entire board and the community. I had a lot of great ideas that will not be able to move forward as a result. Some examples that have been accomplished are a huge savings on health insurance for employees, a shuttle bus with a wheelchair lift, plans for an indoor soccer facility, a new veteran’s program, and potential for over $1.5 million in additional revenue to expand services without raising taxes via billboards and cellphone tower leases. The most important to the commu-

WRITE TO US We welcome original letters. Letters must include the author’s full name, home address, and day and evening telephone numbers. Addresses and phone numbers are not published. Letters are limited to 400 words, and must be free of libelous content and personal attacks. All letters are subject to editing for length and clarity. Email letters to opinion@ TheHerald-News.com. Mail to The Herald-News, Letters to the Editor, 2175 Oneida St., Joliet, IL 60405. nity is the strong possibility of an indoor recreation center that may be functional within 3 years pending board approval.

I have become a lightning rod in the community over this position and have decided it is in the best interest for the Park District, community, and the continued supporters of mine to pass the baton temporarily to Gene Coldwater, the assistant executive director to take the reins until the board can choose a replacement. It is my hope that the new director receives full board support and is not aligned with any political circles. This is what is in the best interest of the Park District and the community.

I was told by the Republican Party that no matter how well the Park District did that it would

Entering critical period of transition

Editor’s note: This is a statement submitted as a letter to the editor from Peter Hurtado, president of the Plainfield Township Park District Board, in regards to the resignation of Garrett Peck. It is being run in conjunction with a letter from Mr. Peck. not matter and they were corTo the Editor: rect. I also want to apologize to In the spring of last year, the local Republican Party which the Plainfield Township Park I dedicated countless hours and District Board voted to appoint dedication building over the past Garrett Peck to serve as its new six years.

Lastly, I want to recognize the executive director.

Effective immediately, Mr. most amazing staff that I have Peck has decided to resign his ever worked with. They are an position. I thank him for his amazing asset to the District.

Cheryl Crisman, Gene Coldwater, service.

We are now entering a critical Maureen Nugent and Wendi Caperiod of transition; one which labrese, it was an honor to work will be characterized first and with you and I will never forget foremost by transparency and the things we accomplished. public involvement. It is vital I am not seeking any on this occasion that the board severance or payout from my forms a broad consensus in contract. regard to who is eventually Sincerely, selected to fill the current vacancy.

Garrett Peck These priorities are not only Former executive director of Plainfield Township Park District principles to be upheld, but

lessons learned. When we were faced with this task a year ago, the new board under my leadership did not take sufficient measures to include residents in our decision making process.

I take full responsibility for the contention that arose from these oversights and will do everything possible to ensure that the present undertaking promotes harmony and togetherness.

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IHSA ANDREW BOYS BOWLING SECTIONAL

Segatto, Minooka win sectional Indians senior averages 250.5, joins freshman Devine in ‘300’ club

By DICK GOSS dgoss@shawmedia.com ORLAND PARK – Zach Segatto has struggled this bowling season.

He had a feeling, however, that something good would happen in Saturday’s Andrew Sectional at Orland Lanes.

“I was saving it for the sectional,” the Minooka senior smiled after accepting one bear hug after another from teammates, family and other supporters.

Segatto rolled a 300 in a first game where the Indians rolled a whopping 1,221, a 244.2 average a man. Minooka freshman Kai Devin followed with a 300 in Game 3, and although the Indians trailed Lockport much of the day, they shot 1,057 in Game 6 to overtake the Porters and claim their first sectional title.

Minooka finished with a 6,510 total to Lockport’s 6,461. They advance to next weekend’s state tournament at St. Clair Bowl in O’Fallon along with the third through sixth finishers – Morgan Park (6,331), Oswego (6,286), Andrew (6,270) and Bolingbrook 6,240.

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Minooka senior Zach Segatto makes a strike Saturday at the IHSA Andrew Sectional in Orland Park. at 6,131 after winning the Southwest Prairie title and last week’s Sandburg Regional. Plainfield North was 13th in the 16-team field with 5,728.

Seven individuals not on advancing teams also qualified for state. They included Lincoln-Way West senior Joshuan Glover, third overall at 1,377,

and Romeoville senior Dakota Vostry, fourth at 1,372.

Segatto won the sectional championship as a junior, when he averaged 219 for the season.

He entered Saturday with a 207 average but rolled 1,503, a 250.5 average, to claim the title by 100 pins over runnerup Russell Deer of Bremen.

His 300 game was Minooka’s first of the season.

“When you start the day with a 300, you feel a lot better,” Segatto said. “The past month or two, I’ve been throwing the ball well. After we won the regional last week, I felt good coming in here.”

Minooka junior Chris Dombrowski, who entered Saturday not expecting to bowl all six games, started with 259 and wound up fifth individually at 1,360.

After finishing the morning round with his 300, Devine closed at 1,341 for ninth overall. John Kauffman chipped in with a 1,246 total as the Indians averaged 217 per man, per game overall.

“Zach’s 300 really helped the team get going,” Devine said. “I had a 299 in practice but never got close in competition. When I got to the last ball, I was nervous but I told myself to focus and I buried it.”

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BOLINGBROOK 61, LOCKPORT 35

Bolingbrook dictates pace, beats Lockport Raiders extend conference lead to two games

By DICK GOSS dgoss@shawmedia.com LOCKPORT – Lockport’s plan was to play Friday’s game at its pace.

Bolingbrook did a better job dictating tempo, however, and ran away with a key 61-35 SouthWest Suburban Blue victory Friday night over the Porters, extending its conference lead to two games.

Lockport (10-8, 4-2) made only 4-of-25 shots in the first, which ended on a 13-0 Bolingbrook run that gave the Raiders (13-3, 6-0) a 25-10 halftime lead. The Porters did not score in the final 6:08 of the first half.

“Bolingbrook did a better job than us playing at a proper pace,” Lockport coach Lawrence Thompson Jr. said. “They are an uptempo team, but they were patient in the halfcourt when they needed to be.

“We couldn’t let them score in transition and off

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Bolingbrook’s Devon Sams (right) goes up for a shot during the first half of Friday’s game against Lockport at Lockport Township High School. Bolingbrook defeated Lockport, 61-35. turnovers, and they did both. We took some quick shots. We still have a way to go in the patience department.”

The combination of the big lead Bolingbrook established early and the severe foul trouble of

Lockport’s leading scorer, Grover Anderson, erased any doubt about the outcome.

The Porters beat the Raiders twice last season, when Bolingbrook finished 21-7, but not this time.

Anderson led Lockport with 16 points, but all came in the second half – 11 in the fourth quarter – when he nailed three of his four 3-pointers. He picked up three fouls in the first half and played much of the second half

with four. He fouled out with 2:23 left.

“We executed our game plan almost to a T,” Bolingbrook coach Rob Brost said. “We knew they would start in the 13 (1-3-1 defense) and we scored off it immediately. They got right out of it, and we executed our game plan from there.”

Prentiss Nixon scored 16 points, Gage Davis 10 and Josh Dillingham eight to go with 12 rebounds for the Raiders, who owned a 39-21 rebounding advantage. Dillingham is listed at 6-foot-4 but is smaller than three other mainstays on the Raiders’ front line.

“Josh is one of the most underrated players in the state,” Brost said. “Other guys get the pub, but he’s our glue defensively and on the glass.”

“Josh rebounds. He’s undersized at forward but gets the job done down low,” Nixon said.

Dillingham, who felt he had one of his best games, said the Raiders owed Lockport after the Porters swept the conference series last year.

“We had three special plays to get the ball inside and all of them worked,”

Team leaders Bolingbrook: Prentiss Nixon 16 points, Gage Davis 10 points, Josh Dillingham eight points and 12 rebounds.

Lockport: Grover Anderson 16 points, John Campbell eight points, eight rebounds. he said. “We knew we had to bet them on the boards, too. Those are strengths, rebounding and getting it inside.”

Bolingbrook opened the game on a 7-0 run and appeared ready for an early blowout. The Porters battled back to within 1210 when John Campbell hit a 3-pointer with 6:08 left in the second quarter.

But Lockport’s offense was not heard from again until the third quarter.

“I applaud our kids’ effort,” Thompson said.

“Even when they were on that run in the second quarter, our guys played hard. Some of our problem there was our shot selection, and some of it was their defense.

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Seneca continues dominance in win over Plano

By ROB OESTERLE Shaw Media Correspondent COAL CITY – A coach always is looking for ways his or her team can improve.

Seneca boys basketball coach Russ Witte is no exception. Even though his Fighting Irish entered Saturday night’s game in the Interstate Eight Conference tournament with a 14-3 record and top seed, Witte knew his team could be better.

After Saturday night’s 57-37 dismantling of Plano, however, he might have to look harder for flaws.

The Fighting Irish were strong from the start, both on offense and

defense. The offense was customary. The defense, not so much.

“We have been waiting for that,” Witte said. “By that, I mean the defensive intensity. Our offense has been solid all year, but we have struggled to stop people. These kids want to get out and score, but sometimes they forget what Seneca basketball is all about.

“Tonight, we brought the defensive intensity, and that was real nice to see.”

The Irish forced eight turnovers in the first quarter, overcoming an early 4-0 deficit to take an 18-9 lead after one quarter, and never looked back.

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“We have been waiting for that. By that, I mean the defensive intensity. Our offense has been solid all year, but we have struggled to stop people. These kids want to get out and score, but sometimes they forget what Seneca basketball is all about.”

Russ Witte, Seneca boys basketball coach ter Gallick each hit a pair of 3-pointers in the opening eight minutes for the Irish as they worked their offense to near perfection.

Gallick stayed hot all game, leading all scorers with 20 points, while Callahan scored 12.

Alex Bott finished with 10 points.

“I have been shooting well lately,” Gallick said.

“My teammates have been finding me when I have been open and I have been making my shots. We knew Plano was a tough team, so we had to play with a lot of intensity.”

Gallick was 6 for 10 from 3-point range.

INTERESTATE EIGHT CONFERENCE BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: COAL CITY 53, PEOTONE 39

Coal City’s defense too much for Peotone

By ROB OESTERLE Shaw Media Correspondent COAL CITY – Playing on the home court is always an advantage to a basketball team.

But when you are in a tournament that’s been delayed by weather, that edge increases exponentially.

Coal City’s boys basketball team was a perfect example of that Saturday night in a 53-39 Interestate Eight Conference t o u r n am e n t w i n o v e r Peotone. With Friday’s action called off because of inclement weather, Peotone had to play Saturday morning, defeating Wilmington 52-31.

Coal City ramped up the defensive pressure early, forcing six turnovers in the first quarter

“Nick [Peters] got his points, which he is going to do, and he did a good job on the boards.

The only thing with him is that he is such an unselish player.”

Brad Boresi Coal City boys basketball coach en route to an 11-3 lead at quarter’s end. Peotone rallied a bit in the second, pulling to within 21-18 late in the first half.

Starting point guard Brennen Shetina went to the bench with his third foul with 1:18 to go, but his replacement, Tyler Brewer, hit a pair of free throws

and got a steal that led to Isaiah Washington’s basket at the buzzer, which sent the Coalers into halftime with a 25-18 lead.

“That was a huge for us,” Coal City coach Brad Boresi said. “Brennan got a foul that wasn’t very smart at the end of the first half, but our subs were able to come in and give us some momentum going into halftime.

“We played pretty good defense overall and got the turnovers when we needed them. Lane Cowherd ran the floor well and was able to get some easy buckets on the fast break.”

After finishing the first half with four straight points, the Coalers scored the first eight of the third quarter to take a 33-18 lead.

Peotone closed it to 3728 at the end of the third.

The Blue Devils ran out of gas in the fourth as the Coalers outscored them 16-11 the rest of the way.

Nick Peters led Coal City with 16 points and 13 rebounds, while Cowherd scored 12 and Shetina added eight.

“Nick got his points, which he is going to do, and he did a good job on the boards,” Boresi said.

“The only thing with him is that he is such an unselfish player. That’s a good thing, but there are times we need him to be a little more aggressive.

“It was nice to play at home, especially since we haven’t played since last Friday. It’s actually nice to know that all of our tournament games are going to be at home.”

“A lot of teams come into games knowing they have to stop Callahan,” Witte said. “But we have a lot more weapons than that. When Carter is shooting like he was tonight, we are awfully hard to beat.”

The Irish built a 3320 lead at halftime, and increased it to 48-30 by the end of the third quarter. Fittingly, a Gallick 3-pointer put the lead at 51-30 to start the fourth quarter, and the Irish were able to play keepaway effectively the rest of the way.

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“All around, this was a very good game for us,” Witte said. “When our bigs get in foul trouble, sometimes we struggle.

But tonight, Devin Leo did a good job for us with his motor and Ross McCormick, a sophomore guard, came in and gave us some good minutes. Defensively, we did a good job on (Plano’s Udochkwu) Agomo. He got loose a couple times, but for the most part we did a good job with him.”

Seneca takes on Coal City at 5:30 Tuesday in the tourney semifinals.

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MEN’S BASKETBALL: NO. 19 LEWIS 76, NO. 7 BELLARMINE 68

Lewis holds on for win

By ALEX SOULIER asoulier@shawmedia.com

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Lockport coach Jeff Wyatt talks to his team between games Saturday at the IHSA Andrew Sectional in Orland Park.

Lockport up 47 pins going into Game 6 • BOWLING Continued from page 34 “It’s pretty exciting to be going back to state,” Dombrowski said. “This was the first time I bowled all six games and it’s my first placement medal.”

Minooka coach Derrick Rapsky said a sectional title “has been a long time coming. There were years I felt we should have won the sectional and came up short. But this is our most

talented team, and from the start, our expectation was to win it.”

Youthful Lockport, which won last year’s state championship with eight seniors on the state roster, nearly denied the Indians. The Porters rolled 3,428 to lead the morning series and still were 47 pins up on Minooka heading into Game 6.

Lockport sophomore Noah Zwit rolled 1,333 for 10th overall. Junior Brian Baer shot 1,318 and senior

Tyler Delrose 1,303.

“Everybody said going to state again was only something we dreamed about with everyone from last year gone,” Baer said.

“Everybody thought Lockport was done. We proved people wrong.”

Mitch Rycraft shot 1,355 for seventh place, Eric Kramer added 1,322 and Gio Montecinos had 1,227 to lead Bolingbrook to state.

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ROMEOVILLE – The Lewis University men’s basketball prevailed over Bellarmine on Saturday in a matchup of two top-20 Division II men’s basketball teams.

Bellarmine – the seventh ranked team in the nation, according to the coaches poll – visited a packed Neil Carey Arena to take on No. 19 Lewis.

After a building a 29-point lead in the second half, the Flyers withstood a late charge from the Knights, earning a 76-68 victory over their Great Lakes Valley Conference foe.

“It was a good win against a very good team,” Lewis coach Scott Trost said. “We were able to start fast, build a big lead, then hold on for the win in the second.”

Lewis began the game with the early hot-hand from behind the arc, going 3 for 6 from 3-point territory – including a pair from guard Nick Vella on backto-back possessions.

On the other end of the court, a suffocating Flyers’ man-to-man defense held Bellarmine to without a field goals through

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nine minutes as Lewis opened up a 22-2 lead. The Knights could not find their touch and shot 22.2 percent from the field in the first half.

Capel Henshaw drained a 3 with less than a minute remaining to push the Lewis lead to 23 points, and the Flyers took a 39-18 lead into halftime.

Lewis guard Ryan Jackson, who finished with a game-high 23 points, said it is was necessary to get off to a quick start after the Thursday win over Southern Indiana.

“We were playing with a lot of aggression and confidence following the victory over Southern Indiana,” Jackson said.

“They had dropped two in a row coming into this game, so we knew that we wanted to jump on them early.”

Bellarmine slowly chipped away at the lead after Lewis went up 27 in the opening moments of the second half.

The Knights mounted an 8-0 run with less 10 minutes remaining to cut the deficit to 10 points.

Then, a steal and a layup

by Corbin Maynard brought Bellarmine within eight points.

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WOMEN’S BASKETBALL: NO. 23 LEWIS 90, BELLARMINE 82

Lewis extends home winning streak to 20 games

By ALEX SOULIER asoulier@shawmedia.com ROMEOVILLE – The Lewis University women’s basketball team are proven road warriors, but the Flyers are virtually unbeatable at home.

Lewis – the 23rd ranked Division II women’s team in the nation, according to the most recent coaches poll – extended its home winning streak to 20 games Saturday with a 90-82 victory over Bellarmine.

The Flyers have not lost at Neil Carey Arena since the first game of last season.

Saturday marked the team’s second game back home after a five-game road trip and both coach Lisa Carlsen and the players agree, it feels good to be

back in their friendly confines.

“I think that we play with a lot more confidence in our own building,” Carlsen said. “Sometimes it’s tough to build confidence on the road, it’s tough to shoot and it just feels like the ball doesn’t go in as easily.”

“We just love playing in front of our home crowd, our fans and our family,” Lewis guard Jamie Johnson said. “We take a lot of pride in protecting Neil Carey Arena. This is our home.”

Lewis (14-3, 8-1) came out of the gate firing on all cylinders, quickly scoring game’s first four points in transition and jumping out to a 9-2 lead over its Great Lakes Valley Conference

“I think that we play with a lot more conidence in our own building. Sometimes it’s tough to build conidence on the road, it’s tough to shoot and it just feels like the ball doesn’t go in as easily.”

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But Bellarmine battled back as both teams had their way from the field in the early going. The Flyers made eight of their first 10 shots, while Bellarmine sunk seven of its first 10 attempts from the floor.

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The Flyers continually fell victim to the Bellarmine full-court press, turning the ball over 13 times in first half and allowing 15 points off turnovers.

“We haven’t seen anybody that presses as consistently as Bellermine,” Carlsen said. “We figured

they would pressure us and try to take us out of our rhythm, but it’s hard to simulate that in practice. As the game wore on, I think we got in a groove and were effectively run our offense.”

But Lewis emerged from the locker room a different team. A 10-3 Lewis run to start the second half pulled the Flyers within two points and forced Bellarmine to burn a timeout. Out of the break, Jamie Johnson hit a 15-foot floater to tie the game at 56.

A pair of Lauren Mead free throws gave the Flyers took the lead on the ensuing possession.

After a back and forth battle featuring 10 lead changes in 40 minutes, the Flyers seized control thanks to a strong inside

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Johnson led the Flyers with 26 points while Reinhart notched a double-double – 24 points and 10 rebounds. A three-point play from Johnson with 52 seconds left gave the Flyers and 85-80 lead and put the game out of reach.

“They are both great competitors and leaders,” Carlsen said. “They have amazing heart and they respond really well when challenged.”

The Flyers remain tied with Indianapolis University for first place in the GLVC. The women now have a four-day break before they go on the road to take on Indianapolis.

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Offensive line makes quantum leap

By HUB ARKUSH harkush@shawmedia.com As stunning as the play of backup quarterback Josh McCown was and the development in Jay Cutler, by any measure the biggest surprise of the 2013 season in Chicago was the upgrades on the offensive line.

In one offseason general manager Phil Emery and coach Marc Trestman plugged in four new starters: Jermon Bushrod, Matt Slauson, Kyle Long and Jordan Mills, and along with returning center Roberto Garza, the Bears went from one of the two or three worst lines in the NFL to a top-10 to 15 unit.

The Bears improved from the 27th ranked team in the league in pass protection to fourth, a huge move in Trestman’s offense, but the fact is they also went from 10th in the league running the ball to 16th.

The dropoff in the run game is attributable as much or more to the change in schemes and by design as it is to the line’s

blocking. But the Bears did struggle badly in short-yardage run situations.

It also is worth noting that the improvement was a lot more scheme than talent upgrades. As individuals, Bushrod, Long and Mills all were average to well-below average, Garza was just above middle of the road and only Slauson consistently was above average.

A lot of the improvement also came from the fact that on 27 percent of the offensive snaps, the Bears deployed offensive tackle Eben Britton as a sixth offensive linemen, and Britton actually graded out as well or better than all but Slauson and Garza.

The outstanding production is made all the more impressive by the fact that both Long and Mills stepped in as rookies and started every game.

It also was a huge boon to this group that all six starters (including Britton) were available for every snap of the season until Mills went down with a foot injury early in

the final game of the season against the Packers.

The big question here is the status of free-agent Garza. In addition to being the second best individual performer in the group, he is a team leader and captain who made all of the line calls.

He will turn 35 years old in March, has had knee issues in the past and the Bears are stressed at best by the salary cap.

With the re-signing of Slauson immediately after the season, the other four starters are all tied up for three or four more years.

If the Bears are unable to or choose not to re-sign Garza, they will need a new starter at center. Taylor Boggs was the backup last year and dressed for every game, but he never took a snap and is an unknown quantity.

Long is an outstanding young man and wonderful prospect who made strides during his rookie year, but who also has a long way to go just to catch up to Slauson.

You have to be happy for him being named a replacement in the Pro Bowl, but there are dozens of more deserving guards in the league.

The Bears also need to determine how far they can trust Mills. Finding a 16-game starter with your fifth-round draft choice is a coup, but the reality is he was one of the lowest-rated tackles in the league.

James Brown continues to be an interesting developmental prospect at guard and tackle so depth on the line other than at center is not a huge concern.

Men’s basketball Fordham at Massachusetts, 11 a.m., NBCSN Bradley at Evansville, 1 p.m., CSN Illinois at Indiana, 2 p.m., BTN Harvard at Dartmouth, 3 p.m., NBCSN Minnesota at Nebraska, 5 p.m., BTN Clemson at North Carolina, 5 p.m., ESPNU California at UCLA, 7 p.m., ESPNU Utah at Arizona, 7 p.m., FS1 Women’s basketball Michigan St. at Ohio St.,

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GRADE For the season this unit earned a solid B. Stats can be a little misleading and one of the reasons sacks were down as much as they were again was scheme, and Trestman preaching to his quarterbacks to check down and take a small gain quickly rather than take a sack.

The lack of physicality is another issue that keeps it from being considered in the B+ or A ranges.

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WHAT TO WATCH Pro hockey N.Y. Rangers at New Jersey, 11:30 a.m., NBC Winnipeg at Blackhawks, 6 p.m., CSN Tennis Australian Open, men’s championship, 2 a.m., ESPN Pro basketball San Antonio at Miami, noon, ABC L.A. Lakers at New York, 2:30 p.m., ABC Brooklyn at Boston, 5:30 p.m., ESPN Pro football NFL Pro Bowl, 6:30 p.m., NBC

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WESTERN CONFERENCE

EASTERN CONFERENCE

Central Division GP W L OT Pts Blackhawks 53 32 9 12 76 St. Louis 51 35 11 5 75 Colorado 51 32 14 5 69 Minnesota 53 28 20 5 61 Dallas 52 24 20 8 56 Nashville 53 23 22 8 54 Winnipeg 53 24 24 5 53 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts Anaheim 53 38 10 5 81 San Jose 51 33 12 6 72 Los Angeles 52 29 17 6 64 Vancouver 52 26 17 9 61 Phoenix 51 24 18 9 57 Calgary 52 18 27 7 43 Edmonton 53 15 32 6 36

GF 189 177 149 127 151 131 149

GA 146 119 134 130 153 158 157

GF 179 162 132 130 147 119 135

GA 130 123 110 130 155 165 187

EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Boston 50 32 15 3 67 147 110 Tampa Bay 52 31 16 5 67 155 128 Toronto 54 27 21 6 60 155 168 Montreal 52 27 20 5 59 128 134 Detroit 51 23 18 10 56 131 139 Ottawa 52 22 20 10 54 147 165 Florida 51 20 24 7 47 122 154 Buffalo 50 14 29 7 35 97 144 Metropolitan Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Pittsburgh 52 36 14 2 74 168 128 N.Y. Rangers 53 27 23 3 57 132 135 Columbus 51 26 21 4 56 150 145 Philadelphia 53 25 22 6 56 142 158 Carolina 51 23 19 9 55 131 145 New Jersey 52 22 19 11 55 124 125 Washington 52 23 21 8 54 148 154 N.Y. Islanders54 21 25 8 50 154 179 Two points for win, one point for OT loss Saturday’s Results St. Louis 4, N.Y. Islanders 3, SO Carolina 6, Ottawa 3 Boston 6, Philadelphia 1 Washington 5, Montreal 0 Tampa Bay 5, Colorado 2 Buffalo 5, Columbus 2 Winnipeg 5, Toronto 4, OT Dallas 3, Pittsburgh 0 Anaheim vs. Los Angeles at Los Angeles, Calif. (n) Minnesota at San Jose (n) Sunday’s Games Winnipeg at Blackhawks, 6 p.m.

N.Y. Rangers vs. New Jersey, 11:30 a.m.

Florida at Detroit, 4 p.m.

Nashville at Edmonton, 7 p.m.

Phoenix at Vancouver, 7 p.m.

Monday’s Games Boston at N.Y. Islanders, 6 p.m.

Columbus at Carolina, 6 p.m.

Buffalo at Pittsburgh, 6:30 p.m.

Colorado at Dallas, 7:30 p.m.

Edmonton at Vancouver, 9 p.m.

Los Angeles at San Jose, 9 p.m.

Friday’s Results Calgary 5, Nashville 4, SO New Jersey 2, Washington 1 Detroit 4, Montreal 1 Colorado 3, Florida 2 Phoenix 4, Edmonton 3 Ottawa at Carolina, ppd., schedule conflict

Central Division W L Pct GB Indiana 34 8 .810 — Bulls 22 21 .512 12½ Detroit 17 26 .395 17½ Cleveland 16 27 .372 18½ Milwaukee 8 35 .186 26½ Atlantic Division W L Pct GB Toronto 22 21 .512 — Brooklyn 19 22 .463 2 New York 16 27 .372 6 Boston 15 30 .333 8 Philadelphia 14 30 .318 8½ Southeast Division W L Pct GB Miami 31 12 .721 — Atlanta 23 20 .535 8 Washington 21 21 .500 9½ Charlotte 19 27 .413 13½ Orlando 12 32 .273 19½

WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct GB San Antonio 33 10 .767 — Houston 29 17 .630 5½ Dallas 25 20 .556 9 Memphis 22 20 .524 10½ New Orleans 17 25 .405 15½ Northwest Division W L Pct GB Oklahoma City 35 10 .778 — Portland 32 11 .744 2 Minnesota 21 21 .500 12½ Denver 20 21 .488 13 Utah 14 29 .326 20 Pacific Division W L Pct GB L.A. Clippers 31 15 .674 — Golden State 26 18 .591 4 Phoenix 24 18 .571 5 L.A. Lakers 16 28 .364 14 Sacramento 15 27 .357 14 Friday’s Results L.A. Clippers 112, Bulls 95 Orlando 114, L.A. Lakers 105 Toronto 104, Philadelphia 95 Brooklyn 107, Dallas 106 Oklahoma City 101, Boston 83 Cleveland 93, Milwaukee 78 New Orleans 103, Detroit 101 San Antonio 105, Atlanta 79 New York 125, Charlotte 96 Memphis 88, Houston 87 Washington 101, Phoenix 95 Indiana 116, Sacramento 111, OT Minnesota 121, Golden State 120 Today’s Games Bulls 89, Charlotte 87 L.A. Clippers 126, Toronto 118 Oklahoma City 103, Philadelphia 91 Memphis 99, Houston 81 Atlanta 112, Milwaukee 87 Indiana at Denver (n) Washington at Utah (n) Minnesota at Portland (n) Sunday’s Games San Antonio at Miami, noon L.A. Lakers at New York, 2:30 p.m.

Orlando at New Orleans, 5 p.m.

Phoenix at Cleveland, 5 p.m.

Brooklyn at Boston, 5:30 p.m.

Detroit at Dallas, 6:30 p.m.

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JW High School student earns perfect ACT score

By DENISE M. BARAN–UNLAND dunland@shawmedia.com

En route to a swim meet, Youjia Wang checked his phone once and then he checked it twice. Youjia had received a 36 on his ACT test, the highest score a student can earn.

“I thought, ‘No way,’ and then I told everyone around me and made a Facebook status about it,” Youjia said.

His mother, Ying Wang added, “He texted me in bold letters that he got a perfect score. I texted back, ‘OMG.’” The ironic part of this story, said Kevin Carroll, band director at Joliet West High School, is that Youjia took the ACT test this past fall “just for fun,” to prepare himself for the “real test” this spring.

“Of course, it counted,” said Carroll, who has known Youjia since the student’s freshman year.

According to a letter Youjia received from Jon Whitmore, chief executive officer at the ACT national office, less than one-tenth of 1 percent of all test takers will earn a composite score of 36. For the U.S. high school ACT test-takers in the graduating class of 2013, just 1,162 out of 1.8 million students reached that mark.

This is the first time in at least five years that

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Joliet West High School student Youjia Wang recently learned he had scored a perfect 36 on his ACT test. a Joliet Township High School District student has received a perfect score on the ACT test, said Kristine Schlismann, director of community relations. Yet Youjia is fairly nonchalant about his achievement. Making high grades has always come easy to him.

This is despite participating in swimming competitions through the

Greater Joliet YMCA and Joliet West High School, playing flute in the first chair in the school band and qualifying for the state competition through Illinois Music Education Association All State Music Conference.

“I don’t worry about homework or tests the way other people do,” Youjia said.

Carroll said that some

people may assume that kids with perfect ACT scores have dry personalities and study constantly.

So although certain skills may come with less effort to Youjia, he added, Youjia does work hard and takes nothing for granted.

“And he’s very down to earth and has a great sense of humor,” Carroll said.

School success appears

to be a family tradition.

Ying said she did well in school, too. Julie Wang, Youjia 10-year-old sister, also competes in swimming and flies through her schoolwork. However, a perfect ACT score is not Julie’s top priority.

“I want good grades but I want to focus more on swimming,” Julia said. “I want to make it to the Olympics.”

Still, Julie is proud of her big brother. Behind the scenes, Julia has noted his hard work.

“He’ll come home from practice and stay up late doing his homework,” Julia said.

College plans? Yes, Youjia will attend but he has no firm career goals right now. He prefers math and science more than reading and social studies, although Youjia did enjoy fantasy fiction when he was younger and is now exploring classic literature.

In his free time, Youjia watches the humorous and educational John Green videos on YouTube, plays the strategic “Legal Legends” on his computer and participates in Xbox Live with his friends.

Although he has been swimming competitively since he was 7, Youjia now prefers the fellowship of the sport to the awards and is unsure if he will continue competing in college. Ying encourages her son to aim high.

“I want him to find something that makes his talents useful,” Ying said.

“Maybe he can major in medicine and find a cure for cancer.”

Youjia is simply excited about the doors that may open for him due to his perfect ACT score and continues to research and visit colleges.

“I like to keep my options open,” Youjia said.

I WANT HIM TO FIND SOMETHING THAT MAKES HIS TALENTS USEFUL. MAYBE HE CAN MAJOR IN MEDICINE AND FIND A CURE FOR CANCER.” Ying Wang, mother of Youjia Wang

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NEWS BRIEFS Dvorak to present ‘The Middle East’ on Feb. 6 Doug Dvorak will present a travel program called “The Middle East” at 2 p.m. Feb. 6, at the Timbers of Shorewood, 1100 N. River Road.

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Joliet Central students work with raceway Marketing students in the Business Management Information Systems Academy at Joliet Central High School started the Route 66 Raceway social media project.

Chicagoland Speedway marketing representatives visited classes to explain the project, which allows students to gain business experience as they develop social media strategies to promote the upcoming NHRA National Drag Racing event.

Lincoln-Way East, North host concert Lincoln-Way North and East Jazz Ensemble hosted a clinic and split concert with the DePaul Jazz Ensemble on Jan. 14.

Each Lincoln-Way band received a 50-minute clinic from DePaul director Bob Lark in which he worked with students on refining their repertoire, performance quality and improvisation.

At the concert each band performed two pieces and members were also able to

listen to the DePaul University Jazz Ensemble.

Lincoln-Way Central NHS to host dance Members of the National Honor Society from Lincoln-Way Central are hosting a Daddy-Daughter Dance for daughters who are in kindergarten through fourth grade from the Lincoln-Way area.

The event will be held 6:30 to 8 p.m. Feb.15 at the Lincoln-Way Central Field House, 1801 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox.

The semi-formal event is a fundraiser for the Lincoln-Way Central NHS. The cost is $25 for the dad and one daughter; additional daughters are $5 each.

The reservation deadline is Feb. 5. No tickets will be sent. Tickets are limited to 700 guests. If the event is sold out, NHS representatives will contact the people before the event.

For further information and a copy of the registration form, contact Heather Mackowiak at hmackowiak@ lw210.org.

Walgreens awards nursing scholarship The Lewis University College of Nursing and Health Professions was awarded a $7,000 scholarship from Walgreens Healthcare Clinics to recognize a student in the Family Nurse Practitioners program for his or her professional growth and interest in retail health care.

The award will be given to a student who is currently enrolled in a master’s or doctorate FNP program, in their last year of study and has interest in retail health care delivery.

Students must submit an essay to the scholarship committee explaining his or her interest in retail health care. The award recipient is to complete a clinical rotation at a Healthcare Clinic in Walgreens.

For further information on Lewis University, visit www. lewisu.edu.

NNL of Chicago is offering scholarships The Norwegian National League of Chicago is offering scholarships and cash prizes to deserving students who are of Norwegian heritage residing in the counties of Cook, Lake, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, McHenry and Will.

The first scholarship for $1,000 will be awarded to a high school senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA and who has been accepted by a college or university.

Also, a $100 cash prize will be awarded to a high school student in grades nine to 11 and a $50 cash prize will be awarded to a student in grades fifth through eighth.

Finally, a $25 cash prize will be awarded to a student in grades first through fourth.

To qualify, older students must submit an original essay on a Norwegian topic.

Students in first through fourth grade must submit an original drawing depicting a Norwegian topic Entries must be postmarked by March 1.

For scholarship information and applications, visit the Norwegian National League website at www.nnleague.org or contact Tom Maxson at 847-297-1656 or email jmax@wowway.com.

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C elebrations Matthew & Christine (Briski) Brennan Wedding Christine Marie Briski and Matthew John Brennan were united in marriage at St. Jude Catholic Church in New Lenox on June 8, 2013 by Rev. Donald Lewendowski.

The bride is the daughter of Robert and Margaret Briski of New Lenox. The groom is the son of Kevin and Teresa Brennan of New Lenox. Matron of Honor was Lindsay Briski. Best Man was Robert Brennan. Bridesmaids were Christine Kenney, Michelle Burke, Kate Draksler, Ann Draksler, Amanda Brennan and Abby Summers. Groomsmen were Dan Briski, Zach Prkut, Sean Batson, Cliff Coppenbarger, Bob Briski and Rob Anderson. Ushers were Tyler Bettenhausen and Doug Masura. Ring bearer was Brent Briski. Flower girls were Audrey Briski and Aubrey Ortberg. Greeters were Alexandra and Bailey Brennan.

The bride is a graduate of Illinois State University where she received her Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology. She is employed by Lighted Way Children’s Development Center.

The groom has served 6 years in the United States Air Force and is currently in the process of completing his degree in Criminal Justice.

The couple honeymooned on the island of Oahu, Hawaii.

Freckelton-Medina Engagement

John and Toni Freckelton of Joliet, Illinois, are pleased to announce the Engagement of their daughter, Stefanie Freckelton, to Michael Medina, son of Manuel and Emma Medina, of Manila, Philippines.

The Couple will be married at the Garden Chalet in Worth, Illinois, on April 12, 2014, with the Pastor Rand Tucker officiating.

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PEOPLE BRIEFS Kelvin Grove Cheerleaders win title The Kelvin Grove Cheerleaders won the IESA State Cheerleading Medium Routine Division title in Peoria on Jan. 11. This was the third straight and fifth overall IESA state cheer title Kelvin Grove has won.

Teams are placed in divisions based on the number of cheerleaders in the routine. The girls competed against 23 other medium teams this year.

The team began their season last May with tryouts. They attend Ultimate Speed Camp in the summer and start learning their competition routine in August. They also attended four local competitions this year. The team also cheers for the school’s girls and boys home basketball games. Many of the girls also participate in other school and outside activities.

The team is coached by Lynn and Jenny Krumlinde.

This year’s team consisted of 14 girls.

nity by donning bathing suits, costumes or any clothing of choice (just no wet suits) to jump in a lake. Each plunger must collect a minimum of $75 in donations that will be used to support Special Olympics in Illinois.

Individuals and teams can register for the Plunge on the Special Olympics Illinois website at www. plungeillinois.com or by contacting Patty Welsh, 708-756-4201.

Plungers are encouraged to form teams to spread the fun. Each team member must raise the minimum of $75 in donations and all team members’ individual fundraising totals will be merged to form a combined team total. Teams

are placed into divisions based on size and are awarded prizes for the most money raised.

Plainfield North senior to attend conference PLAINFIELD – Plainfield North High School senior Alyssa Caliendo has been nominated to attend the Congress of Future Medical Leaders conference in Washington, D.C., from Feb. 14 to 16.

Caliendo wants to be a pediatrician. She is one of about 2,500 students nationwide expected to attend the event. The Congress is an honors-only program for high school students who want to become physicians or go into medical research fields.

Polar Plungers will be freezin’ for a reason It’s not every day that people are willing to “go jump in a lake” – particularly in the winter. That’s exactly what will happen, at noon March 8 at Leisure Lakes, 21900 SW Frontage Road, Joliet. It is part of the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Illinois.

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Prospective Congress attendees are nominated by teachers, principals or doctors associated with the program based on their academic achievement, leadership potential and determination to serve humanity in the field of medicine.

During the three-day event, students will hear Nobel laureates and National Medal of Science winners discuss medical issues; get advice from top medical school officials about what to expect in medical school; hear stories about medical procedures; learn from teen medical prodigies; and learn about cutting-edge medical technologies.

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Valentine’s Day Dance set at the Timbers The Del Bergeson Orchestra will provide music for the Valentine’s Day ballroom dance for the community at 1:30 p.m.

Feb. 13, at the Timbers of Shorewood retirement community, 1100 N. River Road.

Del Bergeson Orchestra is one of Chicagoland’s Big Band entertainers. Members of the orchestra are music professionals. Several members are music instructors teaching at the university level.

The Timbers of Shorewood is a rental retirement community which provides independent and assisted

living apartments and a full schedule of activities and services.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call Shelly Goggins at 815609-0669 or visit www. timbersofshorewood.com.

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PEOPLE BRIEFS Gaylord Building events scheduled The Gaylord Building will have the following events in February: • Discover the world or a little part of it without leaving Lockport! Join author Jay Pridemore, who will discuss architecture of Chicago.

His numerous books and articles about Chicago include 2013’s “Building Ideas: An Architectural Guide to the University of Chicago.”

The Discover Dinners are catered by the Public Landing Restaurant, and

will be followed by lectures from authors who have new works in the arts, humanities and sciences.

The Discovery Dinner starts at 5:45 p.m. Feb.13, with a cash bar reception.

Dinner begins at 6:15 p.m. with the lecture at 7 p.m.

The night concludes with book signings.

Tickets, which include dinner, are $23. Call 815838-9400.

• The National Trust for Historic Preservation and the White Oak Library District present Good Humor: A Festival of One Acts.

The performance of

one-act comedies includes “Many Happy Returns,” “Arabian Nights,” “Words, Words, Words” and “The Philadelphia.”

The community theater will be held in the Gaylord Building.

Performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 28, and 2 and 7:30 p.m. March 1.

Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door. For information, contact the White Oak Library, Lockport at 815-838-0755, ext. 3, or visit the library at 121 E. Eighth St., Lockport.

• The Gaylord Building is

seeking artists and crafters to participate in the annual Old Canal Days Festival’s Arts & Crafts Show.

The juried show is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for June 14 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 15.

This outdoor show will be held in Lockport’s National Register Historic District.

Booth fees are $80 an additional $20 for corner booths.

To receive an application, potential vendors should call 815-838-9400 or email info@gaylordbuilding.org.

The Gaylord Building is located at 200 W. Eighth

St., Lockport. The Gaylord Building is a site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Registration now open for preschool Attention all parents of preschoolers: Sunshine and Rainbows Learning Center registration for 2014-2015 is now open.

Registration will be at the

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NEW YORK TIMES CROSSWORD Olden Goldies • By Dan Schoenholz • Edited by Will Shortz ACROSS 1 Egyptian resurrection symbol 7 Ought to have, informally 14 “Come on, help me out” 20 Tropical juice type 21 Weapon for 27-Across 22 Total 23 Trafic cop’s answer upon being asked “Describe your job”?

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BRIDGE by Phillip Alder

Christmas competition subsidiary questions make the difference

CELEBRITY CIPHER

Now we come to the secondary, tie-breaking questions in my Christmas Competition.

3. Look at only the North hand. a. Partner opens one spade and West passes. What would you respond?

Two diamonds. This hand is worth game, so start where you live. Do not respond two clubs. b. Partner opens three clubs and West passes. What would you do?

Five clubs. You have no idea how well the opponents can do in a major. Yes, you would like to make a lead-directing diamond bid, but that would give East more room to enter the auction. c. West opens one heart. What would you call?

Double. Not ideal without a fourth spade, but you should get into the auction. Pass is close, though.

4. Look at only the West hand. a. Partner opens one heart and South passes. What would you bid?

Four hearts. This time, you do not know how well the opponents can do in a minor.

Your hand is a “weak freak,” so make them guess. b. Partner opens one spade, South overcalls five diamonds, and everyone passes.

What would you lead?

The spade king. This is not without risk, but you might need to shift to a red suit at trick two. Second choice, just behind, is a low spade. c. North opens one diamond, East doubles, and South passes. What would you advance?

Two hearts. With the double fit in the majors, you are worth the jump.

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Text announcing pregnancy causes concern Parents want teen to Dear Abby: My daughter, who recently turned 21, sent me a two-word text message, “I’m pregnant.” She has been dating a marijuana-smoking young man for less than a year, and I’m disappointed by this outcome. Her sister, who is a year older, already has two children by two men. No, they weren’t raised by a harlot. I adopted them when they were early elementary-aged children. It’s not my fault. I’m disgusted by their choices.

I haven’t talked with her yet. I won’t try to lecture her or tell her how she should live her life. I feel it would be best to say nothing if I can’t be positive. Suggestions? – Disgusted In The South Dear Disgusted: It would be better if you said nothing to your daughter while you are angry, or you may say something you will regret. It would not be out of line, however, to text her back and ask, “How do you and ‘John’ plan to support the baby?” If you don’t plan to help her in any way, you should let her know NOW. Dear Abby: Our 13-year-old is addicted to her phone. She stays on it

DEAR ABBY Jeanne Phillips for hours, and it’s affecting the time she goes to bed. She’s now starting to oversleep the alarm in the morning before school. She’s spoiled, and I’m afraid that removing or limiting phone privileges will lead to major problems with her protesting it. I don’t want truant officers or social workers coming to my house because my wife and I can’t discipline our kid. How do you handle a spoiled brat without involving outside agencies?

She’s nice to people in school, but is lazy at home and totally self-centered.

– Frustrated, Exhausted Dad Dear Dad: You and your wife created this “monster,” and now it’s your job to make things right. Of course your daughter won’t like it when you set rules, but you must establish some for her before your lack of parenting causes even more serious problems.

Set the rules and stick with them.

If she won’t follow them, there should be penalties for not doing so.

Dear Abby: I’m about to be 17 and just started living with my mom after being a runaway for three months.

During that time, I made friends with people who were not good for me.

However, I still feel I need to cling to these people and be there for them.

As I write this, one of the girls I was closest to is in prison and will be there for a long time. I have to pretend to be fine and act as if I don’t care for her, but I do, desperately. My mom refuses to be understanding and talk about anything with me. I don’t know what to do. – Teen In Little Rock Dear Teen: Your mother appears to belong to the ostrich school of parenting. If she doesn’t hear something, it doesn’t exist. Clearly, you DO need to talk with someone about the feelings you’re experiencing and why you feel the need to “cling to these people.”

Because your mother can’t/won’t do this, it’s important that you talk to a counselor and ask for help.

• Write Dear Abby at www.dearabby.com.

Late-night snackers are more prone to gaining weight Dear Doctor K: Is it true that eating late makes you gain weight?

Dear Reader: I’d heard the same thing for decades, but I wasn’t sure it was true. I had to do some research to answer your question.

Several recent studies have looked into this question. The results were not unanimous, but most studies show that eating late in the day does contribute to weight gain and other health problems. In one study, researchers found that eating a big breakfast and a small dinner is better for weight loss than eating a small breakfast and a large dinner.

Ninety-three women with metabolic syndrome participated in this study. (Metabolic syndrome is a set of risk factors that increases your risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes and other health problems.) The women were randomly assigned to different diets. Group 1 ate a 700-calorie breakfast, 500-calorie lunch and 200-calorie dinner. In contrast, Group 2 ate a 200-calorie breakfast, 500-calorie lunch and 700-calorie dinner.

After 12 weeks, the researchers measured weight loss in both groups.

ASK DOCTOR K Anthony L. Komaroff Women in Group 1 lost significantly more weight than women in Group 2.

The women in Group 1 also had lower insulin, glucose and lipid levels. This shows that this eating pattern benefits overall health, as well as weight loss.

A problem with late-night eating is that most people tend to overeat at that time. We eat out of boredom, or fail to adjust our daytime calories to allow for a nighttime snack.

Nighttime snackers are more likely to develop unhealthy eating habits, which can lead to weight gain.

Another factor that may come into play is the body’s circadian rhythm, or sleep-wake cycle. One study suggested that our body processes food differently at different times of day.

Another recent study, by researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, found that the body’s circadian rhythm

makes us hungrier in the evening.

I’d bet the main reason that calories late in the day are burned less efficiently has to do with circadian rhythms. We 21st-century humans (the Homo sapiens species) and the Homo erectus and Homo ergaster species that preceded us go back 1-2 million years. Until the last few hundred years, all but the most affluent of us didn’t have much light after the sun went down. That must have meant that we ate during daylight and went to sleep soon after sunset.

I assume that over those 1-2 million years our bodies adapted to that reality. Our bodies probably are built to burn energy most efficiently at the time of day – for most of our history – we ate.

Whatever the mechanism, eating late at night does appear to contribute to weight gain. If you’re trying to lose weight, put an end to those late-night snacks.

• Dr. Komaroff is a physician and professor at Harvard Medical School.

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Dr. Wallace: I’m in the 12th grade. I love music, and after I graduate, I plan to major in education at the University of Illinois with an emphasis on music because I want to teach high school music and be the marching band director. My only concern is that high schools in some areas of Illinois are freezing teacher’s salaries and have talked about cutting back music and athletic programs. It has been difficult passing school bond initiatives because homeowners don’t want tax increases.

My parents want me to major in mathematics.

They think it will be much easier to be employed as a math teacher rather than a music teacher. I really want to be in the music field, but I wouldn’t be unhappy teaching mathematics. Since you are a former high school principal, which do you think would be in my best interest? – Nameless, Geneva Dear Nameless: School funding is often touchand-go and fraught with uncertainty because it pits school districts against homeowners who are always, and understandably, wary of tax increases. Sometimes, in order to dramatize the necessity of a funding increase, school districts will confront the community with the possibility of having to eliminate popular programs, such as music and athletics. Occasionally, cuts in these programs really do take place, but usually the school district finds a way to keep them going. My advice would be that you give yourself an extra measure of security. Major in music, with a minor in math at the

’TWEEN 12 & 20 Robert Wallace university. That way, you have the flexibility of dual proficiency. And don’t forget that high schools always have plenty of teachers, but only one band director. This is a highly competitive position.

Dr. Wallace: My boyfriend and I have been together for two years.

We are both 18 and are in the 12th grade. He is a terrific baseball player, and he thinks that after he graduates, a major league baseball team will offer him a contract to play in the minor leagues in their farm system. I’m also hoping that a team offers him a contract and that he will eventually make the major leagues. But on the other hand, I’m worried that he will be having girls throwing themselves at him. Girls love professional athletes, so it will be easy for him to see hundreds of girls while I sit at home wondering about his off-the-field activities. We have discussed this, but my boyfriend said that he is going to concentrate 100 percent on baseball and that he won’t have time to fool around with girls.

How can I cope with this possible problem? – Nameless, Miami, Fla. Dear Nameless: You’re being attacked by the green-eyed monster, otherwise known as jealousy.

The only solution is trust.

When your boyfriend tells you that he will concentrate on hitting curves, not chasing them, believe him.

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

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS Drummer Corky Laing of Mountain is 66. Singer Lucinda Williams is 61. Guitarist Eddie Van Halen is 59. Percussionist Norman Hassan of UB40 is 56. Comedian Ellen DeGeneres is 56. Guitarist Andrew Ridgeley (Wham!) is 51. Singer Jazzie B. of Soul II Soul is 51. Actor Paul Johansson (“One Tree Hill”) is 50. Drummer Chris Hesse of Hoobastank is 40. Actress Sara Rue (“Less Than Perfect”) is 36. Actor Colin O’Donoghue (“Once Upon a Time”) is 33. Guitarist Michael Martin of Marshall Dyllon is 31.

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HOROSCOPE

By BERNICE BEDE OSOL Newspaper Enterprise Association TODAY – You can take risks without fear of failure in order to meet your goals. You will be sensitive, intuitive and focused in the year ahead. You are now ready to market your skills and ideas. Others will easily recognize the worth of your endeavors.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) – Don’t rock the boat today. You will have difficulty seeing eye-to-eye with others, so take some time to think about your future. Evaluate your motives honestly.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) – Travel with the goal of acquiring knowledge or information that will be of use to you. A romantic experience will uplift you at just the right moment.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) – Financial opportunities will arise today. Develop your ideas and put your plans into action. Secret activities will have a very positive outcome.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) – Don’t be fooled into thinking that your personal life is stable or not subject to swift change. Prepare to be interrogated about your whereabouts. Your input at a logistical meeting will be much appreciated.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) – Now is the time to implement dietary changes and a new exercise routine. It would also be a good idea to take measures to alleviate the stress in your life. Don’t let anyone try to take advantage of you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) – It’s a good day to tie up loose ends on lingering projects. If you get involved in something that gives you purpose, you will gain respect for your convictions. You will likely attract an admirer.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) – You must keep a tight lid on your emotions today. Since you do not have all the facts, don’t act hastily. A positive attitude will yield the best results.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) – Interactions may lead to romantic encounters. If you are already in a relationship, work to deepen the connection. Do a thorough reconnaissance about something or someone of interest to you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) – Re-evaluate how you want to proceed with the rest of your life. Consider your current position and focus on personal goals.

Don’t talk yourself out of following your dreams.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) – You can have a good day as long as you avoid jumping to conclusions.

Romance is possible if you aren’t too possessive. If you stay positive and pleasant, you’ll have fun and get results.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) – You may be confused if you are out of the loop about what is going on in your circle. Don’t let such a setback get to you. An older individual can help to improve your position.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) – Get involved in your community or volunteer for something that matters to you. New friendships can be made if you are outspoken at an event.

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The late Paul Walker makes one of his final film appearances in a touching performance in “Hours.”

Walker gives touching performance in ‘Hours’

By MICHAEL O’SULLIVAN The Washington Post “Hours” is a small film, and would likely not be getting the modest attention it is were it not for the untimely death of its star, Paul Walker, who was killed in a car crash last November at age 40. Best known for his participation in the “Fast and Furious” action franchise – the seventh installment of which is reportedly being rewritten to accommodate the actor’s death – Walker always has projected a stolid, if less than electrifying, presence.

That remains the case in “Hours,” in which he portrays a frantic new father in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. In his quiet, workmanlike way, however, the

performer creates a stirring portrait of paternal devotion.

Set in a New Orleans hospital, “Hours” is the story of Nolan Hayes (Walker) and his attempt to keep his newborn daughter alive after he is left alone to tend to her malfunctioning ventilator when the entire staff and all other patients are evacuated. Aside from some brushes with armed looters, a stray dog and a rescue helicopter scared off by snipers, Nolan literally spends most of the film, which spans about two days, cooped up in a hospital room cranking a manual generator to keep his child breathing.

In between cranks, he talks to the baby, who can’t breath on her own yet, about her mother (Genesis Rodriguez).

Mom, who has died

in childbirth, appears in flashbacks and as a ghostly apparition. Nolan also rushes around the abandoned building looking for medical supplies, growing increasingly desperate as time passes.

As it does, Walker’s performance – along with the film – gets more and more engrossing.

Sure, the setup is kind of gimmicky. The ventilator’s balky battery will only hold a charge for a few minutes, which means that Nolan must constantly rush back and forth between his infant’s side and whatever mission he’s on: tracking down more saline, flagging down help, trying to fire up the ignition of an ambulance with a flooded engine. The fact that the character also has to provide

a running commentary on the action is also a bit annoying, especially when the similarly themed “All Is Lost” proved that a spoken monologue under emergency circumstances is not just unrealistic, but dramatically unnecessary.

Still, the gimmick works, thanks to Walker’s surprising ability to explore – and to reveal – his character’s interior life. Compared to the “Fast and Furious” films, “Hours” is a chamber piece, but Walker wrings real pathos out of his instrument.

• “Hours” received two out of four stars. The film is rated PG-13 and contains brief violence, drug abuse, mild sensuality, some crude language and mature thematic material. It runs 97 minutes.

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± 8 p.m. FOX 32 Family Guy: Peter gets tired of watching football players thanking God for their victories after defeating the New England Patriots, so he and the guys go in search of God in hopes of persuading him to stop interfering with the NFL. C.J. Spiller and Mario Williams of the Buffalo Bills guest voice their animated likenesses in the new episode “3 Acts of God.”

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properties 200 Timberline Court, Joliet It’s not easy to find a sweeping, secluded home nestled among old growth trees on a two-acre wooded lot that’s also minutes from every convenience of the city, but this home has it all. Located on a private cul-de-sac in the Timberline subdivision of Joliet, this 3,358-square foot traditional frame and stone home has five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, two stories and a full basement, generous room sizes, and three wood-burning fireplaces.

Its ideal location is also walking distance to the grade school, forest preserve, bike trails, and the Joliet Public Library’s Black Road Branch, with all its programs for adults and children and a coffee shop.

This house is an ideal family home. The formal living room, family room, and den are all conveniently on the main level. All three are roomy with beautiful views of the nature outside. The 15x30 living room and 16x18 family room are carpeted and have delightful fireplaces that make for cozy winter evenings.

The 12x11 den is also on the first floor and boasts beautiful hardwood floors. The third fireplace is in the partially finished basement to give warmth and a cozy radiance to the downstairs.

In addition to the 15x17 dining room in this home, the 13x14 kitchen also has

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You’ll appreciate the home’s patio and balcony, as well, to watch the gorgeous change of seasons of your property. This home also has an attached 2.5-car garage and a 60x22 out building. This property is being sold “as is.”

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Family time: How to welcome a new pet into the home to prevent dogs from entering areas of the house that aren’t safe for them, or places you don’t want them to be.

Remember, cats can jump extreme distances, so clean off the top of your cabinets and refrigerator in case your kitty decides those are his or her favorite places to play, hide and pounce.

• Manage pet hair on your clothing. Many would agree that if they have a “pet peeve” about their four-legged friends, it’s the shedding.

Fifty-seven percent of women are hesitant to wear black clothing around cats and dogs because of the lint and pet hair it attracts, according to a Procter & Gamble study conducted in August.

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Here are some tips to welcome a new pet into your household and ensure a smooth transition for everyone.

• Pet-proof your home.

Just as you would baby-proof a house for an infant, make sure to petproof your house for your furry friend. Rearrange your living space by placing anything breakable at a higher level.

Baby gates work well

need to change your wardrobe just to snuggle with your new pet. Use a hair-repelling laundry product to keep hair away.

• Prepare for pet odor.

A dog or cat will introduce new smells to your house.

You can help contain these smells with frequent vacuuming, disinfecting toys regularly and clumping and deodorizing litter.

Regularly bathing your dog is an important part of keeping their skin and coats clean and odor-free.

Also, brushing your dog or cat’s teeth can help keep his or her mouth healthy and help prevent bad breath.

• Help your new pal adjust. Place a cozy bed in several rooms where your pet will be allowed, giving him or her a comfortable place to snuggle and sleep.

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Each year there is a plethora of sports games, birthday parties and holidays to celebrate with friends and family.

Now is the ideal time to create an impressive entertaining space in your home – one that you will be proud to share and truly enjoy throughout the year, whatever the occasion.

Just imagine the memories your family will make snuggled on a plush new couch reading stories, or cheering their favorite soccer or football team to victory while watching a new flatscreen TV. Here are easy ways to upgrade your space, and your electronics, without busting your budget.

• Freshen furniture. If your current couch and recliners are more shabby than chic, it’s time to upgrade. New, plush furniture can be within your budget with lease-to-own alternatives.

• Accessorize. Whether you just got a new couch or want to update your current furniture, new pillows, throws and blankets are perfect for keeping guests toasty warm no matter how low the temperatures drop. Pillows are great for lounging and, when you’re hosting a large group, can be used on the floor to keep everyone comfy.

• Electronic entertainment. Setting the scene for the perfect party is easy when you have the right entertainment prepped beforehand. Start by having some music ready to get everyone in a festive mood from the moment they arrive.

• Rethink the arrangement. Cluster seating together to encourage conversation, and face the main pieces of furniture toward a focal point, like the TV. By keeping flow and function in mind as your arrange the area, you’ll better define the space

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The show will feature the latest in home remod-

eling and repair products and services.

Local exhibitors will present an assortment of the latest services and products, including energy efficient replacement windows and doors; the latest in vinyl siding products; high-efficiency furnaces and air conditioners; landscaping, decorative concrete, pavers and retaining walls; flooring; designer kitchens and bathrooms; patio rooms; marble and granite; aw-

nings; security systems; waterproofing; new roofing products; custom decorating and painting; window treatments; and the latest in solar energy.

Attendees also will have an opportunity to register to win two tickets for P.A.W.S. of Tinley Park’s 40th anniversary gala. Registration for the event will take place at the front desk. For more information, visit www.chicagohomeshow.net or call 630-385-4000.

BURNEVA MCCULLUM 779-279-4711 18 PINE, MINOOKA MINOOKA SCHOOLS!

2428 MORNING GLORY LN., CREST HILL $129,900

MARC FREEMAN 815-741-3100

3 bedroom, 2 bath double wide mfg. home in an upscaled mobile park. Huge living rm, gourmet kitchen, dinette & large family rm plus a roomy master bedroom. All appliances stay. $39,000.

Other reasonable priced mobile homes are available starting from $12,900. www.CarolBoland.com

MIKE BOLAND 815-354-0239

thefreemanteam@ comcast.com

1458 Crowfoot Ln.LIFESTYLE Minooka NEW YEAR-NEW HAPPY NEW YEAR!

SHOREWOOD CONDO $90’S Wonderful Main floor 2 bedroom 2 bath condo in Walnut Trails! Neutral décor and custom window treatments! Master has bath and walk in closet!

Functional front porch to enjoy the summer nights! Appliances stay! 1 car detached garage and parking spot too! Close to shopping and walk to school! Better than renting! To view interior pictures visit www.VictoriaDillon.com

Best deal out there!! approved/$100 down.

NOW FHA 204,700!

Lakewood Trails - 2 story home - family CAREFREE 55 +3 bedroom SHOREWOOD A Favorite Floorplan!!

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath room - 2 1/2 baths, and attached 2Den, car garage. and Sun Room! Automatic Awning W Screen On HUD owned home - 203k sold “as is” Expanded Patio!

Backs Up Toeligible Beautiful- Landscaping!

Painted Throughout!

Extras!

An Active -Freshly many more homes like thisMany so call for more info!

Adult Community, Pool, Clubhouse & Fitness Center. hudhomestore.com | hometelosfirst.com Immediate Close Ok!

KATHY BLESSENT 815-351-2588

Home Show coming to Orland Park SHAW MEDIA

Great 2 bedroom ranch home on a gorgeous half acre lot near Woodruff Golf Course in New Lenox grade school district. Majestic full wall brick fireplace and a wet bar in the family room that also has sliding glass doors to a large deck and the spectacular sunsets. Hardwood floor living room. Newer kitchen and bath. Oversize 2.5 car garage and a full basement. MLS#: 08516807. Go to hometelosfirst. com and hudhomestore.com for information and education Call Burneva McCullum for help or questions 779-279-4711

Townhouse with many upgrades – end unit with view of open courtyard – 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths – master suite w/sitting area and balcony – jacuzzi – no grass to cut or snow to shovel – kitchen has hardwood floor and built-in wine rack – wood burning fireplace with gas starter in living room – Plainfield schools – short sale (as is). Call or email Marc or Nancy Freeman (The Freeman Team) 815-744-7726 or Frango2545@comcast.net

Did you know?

Todd Imholte, president of Murals Your Way, predicts that wall murals will be even more popular next year as more homeowners and business owners embrace this unique, distinctive way to transform any room.

Simple to install and remove, Murals Your Way’s more than 750,000 images, along with the ability to create a personal mural from a photograph, make wall murals an attractive and affordable design trend. – Brandpoint

851 GOUGAR ROAD, JOLIET - $90,000

348 FRENCH STREET, BRAIDWOOD, IL. $26,000 *** FHA $100 DOWN & SELLER PAYS 3% FOR CLOSING COSTS *** 1 Bedroom ranch home - one and a half full baths - detached garage. HUD owned home - 203K eligible - sold “as is” - many more homes like this so call for more info! www.illinoishudsite.com | www.hudpemco.com www.oforireo.com | www.hudhomestore.com

Home-selling tip

LaNITA CATES 630-341-1545

VICTORIA DILLON 815-545-2121 23024 JUDITH DRIVE, PLAINFIELD

2665 VERONA RD, VERONA - $395,000

2 extremely large bedrooms plus an oversized loft that can be converted to a 3rd bedroom. One master is on main floor w/huge walk in closet & large bathroom.

2nd large bedroom, loft with a full bathroom upstairs.

1/2 bath on main floor. Hardwood kitchen and living room. Laundry. 1-2 min from I55. Email LaNita Cates at lanitacates@yahoo.com. PENDING. G DIN PEN ACT R T CON

Year round paradise nestled on 4 acres of picturesque land backing to Waupecan Creek. This amazing custom built home features: Gourmet kitchen w maple cabinets, brkfast bar & all appliances; Main level mster suite w w/i closet & luxury bath w garden tub, separate shower & dbl vanity; Vaulted family rm w cozy fireplce & gleaming h/w floors; 1st flr laundry; 2 bedrms up with jack-n-jill bath; Full, look-out bmt. www.chanookahomes.com

DON BUDZYN, BROKER

815-546-8901 www.chanookahomes.com

1606 WILCOX - CRESTHILL “REDUCED” $188,750

1190 E. 1ST ST., COAL CITY HUGE RAISED RANCH LOCATED ON QUIET DEAD END

An all brick 4 bdrms ranch in Cresthill sitting on 1.5 lots w/a buildable 1.5 lot included. Also, a large completely remodeled kitchen w/custom cabinetry. A new 1/2 bath.

3 season rm attached to the home & oversized 2.5 car garage. Partial bth in full bsmt. Central air. Newer carpeting thruout. All kitchen appls, plus the washer & dryer are included. Truly making this house a great family home! Call Ron Pruss Or Visit CozyHomes4u.com

RON PRUSS 815-725-3800

3 bdrm, 2-1/2 bath home on large lot. Some TLC. Newer wood laminate floors in liv rm & kit.

Lower level fam rm with fireplace. Wood deck off kitchen....... $131,000 www.CarolBoland.com

CAROL BOLAND 815-354-2102

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SHOWCASE of HOMES OPEN TODAY FROM 1:30-4:00 26739 KIMBERLY LN., CHANNAHON Directions: Rt. 55 To Rt. 6 To Mckinley Woods Rd. S To Subdivision

Gorgeous Home In Sought After “Highlands” Subdivision!

You’ll fall in love with this stunning home! Step inside and take in the views of the formal living room and dining room. Perfect for entertaining, the gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream offering striking cabinetry, a breakfast bar and an eat-in breakfast area! The adjoining family room is spectacular with dramatic vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace. Head upstairs to the luxurious master suite and amazing luxury master bath. You’ll also find three very spacious bedrooms.

These additional bedrooms offer plenty of space and storage for all of life’s necessities. Heading downstairs, the enormous finished basement boasts a large recreation room with outstanding wet bar, an additional full bath and a workroom! Outside, the entertainment sized two level deck overlooks the expansive yard with an unbelievable open area! Located in an awesome community, this home is one you will not want to miss. It truly has it all!

Priced to Sell in the $250’s!

Join us today for your personal tour of this fantastic property during our OPEN HOUSE today from 1:30 to 4:00 or you can set up a viewing any time by contacting Rosemary West with RE/MAX Professionals Select at 815-729-1814. Visit www. rosemarywestteam.com for more information on this home and many other properties.

DEER RUN ESTATES - OUTSTANDING RANCH DUPLEX!

503 ROOKERY CT., JOLIET

This gorgeous home features 2 spacious BRS, 2 full baths, a large kitchen w/plenty of cabinets, eating area & granite tops, formal LR & DR w/souring vaulted ceilings, master BR w/WIC & private bath, full bsmt, 2 car heated garage and tranquil views of the wooded area! $159,900 - Call Nancy Hibler today!

• Fantastic Loft off the Luxurious Master Suite & Luxury Bath!

• Gorgeous 4 Bedroom Home in Sought After Wooded Creek!

• Finished Walkout Basement w/ Rec Room, Full Bath & Bedroom!

• 2-Story Home Boasts 10ft Ceilings, a Den & Sunroom!

• Gourmet Kitchen w/ Granite, Large Island & Breakfast Area! • Expansive Yard w/ Huge Deck & Patio Overlooks the Water!

• Priced to Sell!

• Family Room Features a Wall of Windows & Cozy Fireplace!

RosemaryWestTeam.com

Nancy Hibler Karges Realty 815-725-1700 815-263-5791

Rosemary West RE/MAX Professionals Select 630-807-9700

1416 ROTH DR., JOLIET - $234,900!!

1ST FLOOR CONDO

Wonderful 2-story on the pond in Theodore’s Crossing! Features 3 bedrooms w/loft, 2.1 baths. Foyer with split staircase. Formal living & dining rooms. Spacious kitchen w/island & breakfast area & open layout to family room. Huge master suite w/private bath. Fenced in yard in great location! Call Kathy Dames today! 815-741-5082

Woodlawn Terrace 1st floor condo offers 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The master bath has a walk-in shower and double closets plus in unit laundry! Walk out to your private patio overlooking beautiful courtyard. Underground heated parking, indoor swimming pool & clubhouse. $75,000. Call Mark Meers at (815)347-7900

Kathy Dames RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals 815.693.8336

Mark Meers Spring Realty 815-347-7900

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BRICK BUNGALOW - JUST $69,900!

West side home offering 2BRS, enclosed front porch, spacious LR & DR, eat-in kitchen, full bsmt and extra deep lot!

Possible 10K grant for qualiied buyers!

Call Judy Georgantas today!

Bob Vergo 815-954-0233

WOODBRIDGE CONDO! Just redecorated with neutral colors this beautiful unit offers 2BRS, 2 baths, updated furnace/air, and all the Jim amenities of this wonderful community!

Karges $74,900 - Call Jim Karges today!

815-474-1144

Mary Schild 815-483-0354

FIN NUALA CONDO! Beautiful 1st loor unit with views of the courtyard! Freshly painted, new carpeting throughout, updated kitchen & bath, 2 BRS, storage space and centrally located! $42,000 Call Nancy Hibler today!

Nancy Hibler 815-263-5791

Nancy Hibler 815-263-5791

BEAUTIFUL CHASE LAKE CONDO! This 1st loor unit is ready for new owners!

Great location, 2BRS, 2 baths, large eatin kitchen, formal LR/DR, FR, & 2-1/2 car attached garage. Mid $120’s - Call Nancy Hibler today!

Nancy Hibler 815-263-5791

Judy Georgantas 815-207-0228

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NAPS Home remodel costs are trending in a positive direction for homeowners looking to add value with cost-effective projects.

According to a recent study by Remodeling, the average cost-to-value ratio has increased to 60.6 percent.

The Remodeling report also said, regarding the national average for midrange home remodeling projects costing less than $12,000 that still recoup at least half of their cost, that: • A steel entry door replacement increases resale value by 85.6 percent of its cost.

• A garage door replacement increases resale value by 75.7 percent of its cost.

• A fiberglass entry door replacement increases resale value by 65.9 percent of its cost.

• A wooden deck addition increases resale value by 77.3 percent of its cost.

• A vinyl window replacement increases resale value by 71.2 percent of its cost.

• A wood window replacement increases resale value by 73.3 percent of its cost.

• A backup power generator increases resale value by 52.7 percent of its cost.

Meanwhile, you and your family can enjoy the comfort and savings that these improvements provide. For example, the backup power generator, also known as a standby or home generator, can offer

your family peace of mind during emergencies and natural disasters.

During a power outage, standby generators provide a seamless supply of power using a transfer switch and power management system.

This lets you run appliances such as sump pumps, air conditioners, heaters, refrigerators, washers, dryers and lights.

“Any time a homeowner can choose a remodeling project that increases the home’s livability while also recouping a large chunk of the project investment it’s a great idea,” said Amanda Grandy of Briggs and Stratton, one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of home standby generators.

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Backup power generators, also known as standby or home generators, can offer your family peace of mind during emergencies and natural disasters.

ATTENTION INVESTORS! This property is a legal 2 unit with 2 homes on 1 lot!

Well maintained, large 2.5 car garage, 2BRS in the 1st home & 1BR in the 2nd.

This property shows well! JUST $110,000 - Call Bob Vergo today!

WEXFORD SUBD - PLNFD SCHOOLS! Gorgeous unit offering 2 spacious BRS, 1.1 baths, updated kitchen w/SS appls, modern décor, & peaceful views of a wooded area. $134,900 - Call Mary Schild today!

SPOTLESS THROUGHOUT! Incredibly clean & well maintained home offering 3 big BRS, a large eat-in kitchen, charming curb appeal, full bsmt, and newer roof, windows & concrete drive! $125,000 Call Nancy Hibler today!

KargesRealty.com Check all listings online!

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Joliet’s #1 Real Estate Agent* Jeff Gregory 815-954-7314 • www.JeffGregoryHomes.com

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109 Wilcox, Joliet

$150,000*

Raynor North of Jefferson to Campbell East. Home is on the corner of Campbell and Wilcox.

NEW CONSTRUCTION! Another AMAZING home offered through the City Of Joliet’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP). Featuring 3 Bedrooms and 2 ½ baths. BRAND NEW HOME. Full Basement, 2 car attached garage, master suite and large yard. *Price includes $37,500 of incentives offered by the City to qualiied buyers.

The City also provides up to $3,000 to assist with closing costs.

Call or text Jeff Gregory at 815-954-7314 *Based upon total closed transactions of single family detached homes located in Joliet, IL. Data provided by MRED, LLC for calendar year 2010, 2011 & 2012. Not including agents who list bank REO properties.

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Saluting our Partners in Real Estate

Laurie Bauer Spring Realty Karen Robertson 815-342-5379 Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-482-8734

Nancy Hibler Karges Realty 815-263-5791 8 5 63 579

Mark Meers Spring Realty John Bohrer 815-347-7900

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-545-8072

David Gomez Spring Realty Jayne Sinchak 815-725-9304

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-405-1738

Gloria Dudek Dudek REALTORSÂŽ 815-467-7650

Toni Graf Realty Representatives, Inc. 815-263-3666

Pat Stanfel Spring Realty Debbie Sanders 815-325-2218

Margie Stanfel Spring Realty Bob LaTour 815-735-4005

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-342-0066

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-744-1000 X255

Lynn Herrington Realty Representatives, Inc. 815-671-1001

Karen Robertson Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-482-8734

Carol Bradac

Fran Hondros

Leticia Tassone

Mary Beth Petric

Sharon Ahrweiler

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-210-3288

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-715-1235

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-545-7713

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-685-0405

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-263-2844

Jayne Sinchak Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-405-1738

Judy Lorz Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-592-6726

Judy Archer Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-791-9028

Jon Higgins Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-351-2348

John Bohrer Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-545-8072

Barbara Kestel

David Roth

Rosemarie Dudeck

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-228-5678

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-546-3172

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-354-5632

Bonnie Horne & Shelby Hammond Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-483-8456 630-292-2998

Don Michalski Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 708-567-3407

Linda Hentsch Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-245-2381

Tina Vukonich

Vicki Petrich Dorsey

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-557-3690

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-341-8381

Donna Leonard Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 630-936-0984

Susie Scheuber Nancy Perinar Sue Dufault Renee Saban Dawn Dause Darlene & Ron Gersch Victoria Dillon Rosemary West

David Gomez Spring Realty 815-545-9195

Gina Schaal

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals Ryan Behrens RE/MAX Realty of Joliet 815-342-8123 RE/MAX Professionals Select 815-263-5988 815-258-1037 708-828-1103 815-693-6517

RE/MAX Realty of Joliet 815-741-5087

815-545-2121

815-729-1814

815-954-5050

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Saluting our Partners in Real Estate

Laurie Bauer Spring Realty Laurie Bauer 815-342-5379

Mark Meers Spring Realty Mark Meers 815-347-7900

Spring Realty 815-342-5379

Spring Realty 815-347-7900

Nancy Hibler Karges Realty 8 5 63 579 815-263-5791

Gloria Dudek Dudek REALTORS® 815-467-7650

David Gomez Spring Realty David Gomez 815-725-9304

Pat Stanfel Spring Realty Pat Stanfel 815-325-2218

Margie Stanfel Spring Realty Margie Stanfel 815-735-4005

Spring Realty 815-545-9195

Spring Realty 815-325-2218

Spring Realty 815-735-4005

Lynn Herrington Realty Representatives, Inc. 815-671-1001

Karen Robertson Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-482-8734

Darlene & Ron Gersch Ryan Behrens

Toni Graf Realty Representatives, Inc. 815-263-3666

Nancy Hibler

Gloria Dudek

Toni Graf

Lynn Herrington

Karges Realty 815-263-5791

Dudek REALTORS® 815-467-7650

Realty Representatives, Inc. 815-263-3666

Realty Representatives, Inc. 815-671-1001

Judy Lorz Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-592-6726

Judy Archer Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-791-9028

John Bohrer Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-545-8072

Jayne Sinchak Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-405-1738

RE/MAX Realty of Joliet 815-741-5087

Jon Higgins Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-351-2348

Victoria Dillon

Rosemary West

Dawn Dause

Judy Archer

Jon Higgins

RE/MAX Realty of Joliet 815-545-2121

RE/MAX Professionals Select 815-729-1814

RE/MAX Professionals Select 815-954-5050

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-791-9028

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-351-2348

Bonnie Horne & Shelby Hammond Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-483-8456 630-292-2998

Don Michalski Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 708-567-3407

Linda Hentsch Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-245-2381

Donna Leonard Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 630-936-0984

David Gomez Spring Realty 815-545-9195

Bonnie Horne & Don Michalski Linda Hentsch Donna Leonard Judy Lorz Dawn Dause Darlene & Ron Gersch Victoria Dillon Rosemary West Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell Shelby Hammond RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals Ryan Behrens RE/MAX Realty of Joliet RE/MAX Professionals Select

708-567-3407 Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell RE/MAX Realty of Joliet 815-545-2121 815-483-8456 630-292-2998

815-741-5087

815-245-2381

815-729-1814

630-936-0984

815-954-5050

815-592-6726

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325 Oneill St, Joliet 1339 Buell Ave, Joliet 2219 Providence Way, Joliet 19610 W Manhattan Rd, Elwood 805 Edgewater Dr, Minooka MLS 08475536…Off Jefferson - On 101x137 lot in MLS 08425860…Off Midland Ave - Lake Lawn condo, MLS 08500131…Off Caton Farm - In Greywall Club, MLS 08492201…Off Rt.53 - On over 3.5 wooded MLS 08442749…Off Ridge Rd in Indian Ridge - On Reedswood. Updated, 4th br & rec rm in bsmt, garages, 2br, 1.5ba, wood laminate flring in kit & 19x14 liv rm, Plainfield Schools, 4br, 2 story foyer & liv rm, paver acres! Hardwood in 3 main flr br, fin lower w/4th br & the water, 4br, fam rm fpl, partly fin bsmt, $279,000. $161,900 Jim Skorupa 815-693-2970 $67,999 Jim Skorupa 815-693-2970 patio. $242,000 Robin Freiman 630-553-9127 fam rm, $249,900 Lee Hansen 815-478-3872 Jennifer Waldvogel 815-409-9768

1416 Colorado Ave, Joliet 2124 Elmwood Ave, Joliet 709 Buell Ave, Joliet 328 S Reed St, Joliet 1306 Cora St, Joliet MLS 08520301…Brick Tudor, 3br (1 on main level), MLS 08447449…Bank owned in Greentree, min from MLS 08473225…In Cathedral area, 4br, orig stained MLS 08459003…Updated in Reedswood features fam MLS 08498453…Brick home on 50x135 lot, needs 2ba, hardwood flrs in din rm & liv rm w/fpl, 2 car gar, I-80, as low as 5% down, 3br, 2ba, partly fin bsmt. & leaded windows, updated kit, baths, furnace/air! rm addition w/fpl! 3br, 1.5ba, bsmt, $119,900 Laura TLC, main flr master bedroom, 2 more br plus bonus Oremus, Managing Broker 815-690-5520 $155,000 Kerri Wilder 815-955-2249 $98,900 Karen Robertson 815-482-8734 $199,900 Leah Kapsimalis 630-337-8387 rm up, $104,900 Steve Sweedler 815-474-5499

3509 Legacy Dr, Joliet 1820 Burry Circle Dr, Crest Hill 315 Parkside Dr, Shorewood 508 Carla Dr, Shorewood 1705 Wintercrest Ln, Shorewood MLS 08497821…Bank owned in Old Renwick Trail, MLS 08489276…3br, 17x21 fam rm w/fpl, 12x22 kit/ MLS 08520668…Approx. 1500 sq ft townhouse, MLS 08518542…2200+ sq ft split-level w/3 bedrooms, MLS 08518934…In Walnut Trails, Minooka schools.

Plainfield Schools, as low as 5% down, 2,150 sq ft, din w/vaulted wood ceiling, 14x18 enclosed porch, Minooka schools! 19x14 loft/fam rm plus 2 br & 3 full baths, updated kit. Fam rm fpl, composite deck, Brick front 1900+ sq ft, 3br, 2.5ba, bsmt, $219,500 $229,900 Karen Robertson 815-482-8734 $110,000 David Price 815-482-0331 laundry up. $154,900 Donna Leonard 630-936-0984 $229,000 Bonnie Horne 815-483-8456 Judy Lorz 815-592-6726

20844 S River Rd, Shorewood 25960 W Timber Ridge Dr, Channahon 1512 Bluestem Ln, Minooka 3510 Ironwood Ct, Joliet 1322 Kettleson Dr, Minooka MLS 08521456…On 1.51 acres! Hardwood flrs in MLS 08353848...Duplex in Villas of Ravine Woods, 2br, MLS 08485319…In Lakewood Trails, a pool & MLS 08516646…Over 2400 sq ft home in Cambridge MLS 08415381…3br 2.5ba townhouse, 12x15 liv rm, all 3br & liv rm, 2 baths, detached 3 car gar w/loft, 2.5ba, loft, sun rm, English bsmt, Now $224,500! Sue clubhouse community! 3-4br, 2.5ba, fin bsmt, Now Run, Plainfield Schools, as low as 5% down. 4br, 2.5ba, kit/fam rm arrangement, tandem 2 car gar. $165,000 $224,900 Mark Rogina 815-693-6355 $149,900 Rick Gray 815-955-2705 Jeziorski 815-592-3236 reduced to $170,000. Sue Jeziorski 815-592-3236 Erin Stuedemann 815-343-7091

1810 Northshire Dr, Plainfield 16609 Winding Creek Rd, Plainfield 24737 Patriot Square Dr, Plainfield 611 Gibbons Dr, New Lenox 337 Richmond Dr, Romeoville MLS 08521353…In Clublands, 3br incl 15x15 master, MLS 08500562…2,716 sq ft, updated furnace, air & MLS 08500120…End-unit townhouse, 1,757 sq ft, MLS 08475987…On 130x150 lot in Walker Country MLS 08442809…Lakewood Falls ranch duplex, 2.5ba, 2 story liv rm w/fpl, main flr den, bsmt. $239,900 roof! 4br incl main flr master, great rm fpl, $255,000 new carpet & ceramic flring, 3br, liv rm fpl, 2 car gar. Estates, 3215 sq ft, 4br incl main flr master, $349,500 Plainfield Schools, 2br, 1.5 baths, 10x20 liv/din, Diane Lambert 815-509-0656 Nancy Leggett, Managing Broker, 815-790-4526 $190,000 Lesa Meade 815-483-7233 Nancy Leggett, Managing Broker 815-790-4526 $100,000 Sara Young, Managing Broker 815-685-5090

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SHOWCASE of HOMES UPDATED & DECORATED DUPLEX IN CREST HILL 2507 Live Oak Dr…Conveniently located near Ingalls or Theodore St, this ranch duplex has new carpeting in both bedrooms & 19x13 living room. New ceramic tile in entry, kitchen & remodeled baths! New trim & baseboards, Andersen windows, 4 year old roof, cedar fenced yard.

There’s nothing to do but move in! Recently reduced to $121,500.

Call Staci Stanek today at 815-600-0423 to see this home!

View even more photos at www.stacistanek.com JOLIET – OPEN TODAY 2-4

ELWOOD – OPEN TODAY 1:30-4

2219 Providence Way…Caton Farm Rd to Graywall Blvd to Waterbury to Providence Way - In Greywall Club pool, clubhouse & park community, Plainfield Schools! 4 bedrooms including vaulted 19x14 master, 2 story foyer & living room, 11x10 office/5th bedroom, island & 42 inch maple cabinets in kitchen, 2nd floor laundry, new paver patio 2013.

Just reduced to $242,000! Robin greets you at the open house today. Preview photos at www.cbhonig-bell.com

19610 W Manhattan Rd…Off Rt.53 – On over 3.5 wooded acres backing to Jackson Creek! Split level with 20x14 living room, hardwood in the 3 main floor bedrooms, finished lower level with 4th bedroom and family room with wet bar & electric fireplace. Additional detached 2.5 car garage.

Asking $249,900. Lee greets you at the open house today. Preview photos at www.lee-hansen.com

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Robin Freiman 630-553-9127 630-553-9000

Lee Hansen 815-478-3872 815-485-3401

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JOLIET - $179,900

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Deputy County Clerk II

Inside Sales Specialist

Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel & Access a PLUS. Bookkeeping, cash handling, detail-oriented with excellent proofing skills all while working with the public.

For more Information visit the employment link at www.thewillcountyclerk.com

National Marketing Group is currently seeking an Inside Sales Specialist. This position will primarily work with customers to increase client memberships.

DRIVERS

Class A CDL

DIRECTOR, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 15-bed Geropsychiatric unit in Chicago; Involves strategic planHand tool/assembly/auto repair ning, program administration, and skills & mechanical aptitude to development. Req's Master's degree work with large equipment and in related field and 3+ yrs acute machines. Build a great career! care inpatient psych mgmt exper.

1st /2nd Shifts 630-679-9100 in a hospital.

Resume to: Terry Good, Auto terry.good@horizonhealth.com LEAD / EXPERIENCE TECHNICIAN fax: 1-804-684-5663 for high volume auto repair shop.

EOE Must have valid drivers license. ASC certification a +. 815-634-0004 Bob's Advanced Auto & Tire Coal City

Assembler $10/hr Joliet

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Drivers: $2000 Sign On Bonus!

Class-A 2yrs Exp. Company Drivers .44cpm East & .40 all other.

Health/Dental/401K-Local, Regional & OTR. Owner Op's 78% of line haul 100% FS Plate Program, No electronics.

Tom: 800-972-0084 Ext 6855

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Drivers: DEDICATED. Regional & OTR. Start up to $.44/mi + Excellent Benefits. 401K + Bonuses. Excellent Hometime! CDL-A 6 mos. exp. 877-704-3773

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Drivers: Regional OTR CDL-A positions for postal routes based out of Bolingbrook, IL. $19.24/hour plus $4.98/hour USPS Health & Welfare. Not a local position. Apply: www.eagleexpresslines.com 011311 2472083

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• Base • Baseearnings earningsPLUS PLUS Commission Commission • Pre-established CustomerBase Base • Pre-establishedand and Growing Growing Customer • Comprehensive Options • ComprehensiveBeneit Beneit Options • Sales Training • Salesand andManagement Management Training • Paid • PaidVacation Vacation

BLACK HORSE CARRIERS has driver openings in the Joliet, Minooka and Aurora, IL areas.

Dedicated routes, 5 day work week, Home daily. Night routes.

Automotive parts delivery experience a plus. New Equipment (2013) with XM Radio. Base pay of $1000 a week with potential to earn more. These are full time positions with benefits.

If you have 3 yrs. Exp. and a Class A CDL with a clean MVR, Call 630-333-5564 or email jobs@blackhorsecarriersjobs.com WITH CODE "JOLIET/MINOOKA" IN THE SUBJECT LINE. EOE. Drug Testing is a condition of employment.

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The Inside Sales Specialist is responsible for growing Revenue by selling print & digital products for the Chicago Sun-Times & Southtown Star to customers at retail locations such as Kmart, Menards, Walgreens, and at various grocery store establishments.

The ideal candidate must be a creative thinker and be able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Candidates should have prior sales experience, be goal oriented, and possess an entrepreneurial spirit. Enthusiasm, with a high degree of ownership, and accountability for achieving consistent results a must.

Position will require a reliable means of transportation and candidate will work in the following counties: IL: Will, Cook IN: Lake, Porter Apply online at: www.NMGINSPIRES.com Call: 866-700-9494

OFFICE HELP WANTED Experienced Administrative Support, full or part time available. MS Office capable, clerical & some accounting. Benefits. Joliet location. Email: info@mtcresearch.com BREAKING NEWS available 24/7 at TheHerald-News.com

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Work with the #1 Home Improvement Center in the Midwest.

For more information call: (630) 972-8679 or e-mail:

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Regional Company Drivers Needed to run out of the Joliet terminal *$500 Sign-On Bonus* Requirements: 18 mos. current or 24mos. out of last 48 mos. T/T exp.

CDL-A with Tanker and Hazmat

Highway Transport Offers: Paid Orientation Excellent Benefits

CDL-A with Tanker, Hazmat and TWIC required TWIC card assistance available “SAFETY FOCUSED QUALITY DRIVEN, our CSA rating reflects our commitment” EOE/M/F/V/D

SAFETY INSPECTOR

Joliet Undgrd Utility Contractor.

Daily site inspections, enforce & maintain safety program.

Resume to: cbci@live.com

UNARMED SECURITY OFFICERS Wanted in Joliet. F.T. Excellent wages. Please email resume to: security@

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RNs CNAs (full and part time)

www.rosewoodnursing.com 3401 Hennepin Dr. Joliet, IL 60431 Fax: 815/436-0743

OPTICIAN FITNESS

Aqua and Group Fitness Instructors

for AM, PM and weekend classes for a Shorewood active adult community.

Melissa 815-730-8530 mhornick@fosterpremier.com

FT Optician wanted for very busy Optometrist's office in Joliet.

Must be willing to work Saturdays and after 6pm M-F. Email resume with salary req to: eye2eyemanager@gmail.com or fax: 815-577-0998 No phone calls please.

Be your own boss as an independent contractor!!

Contractors needed to deliver, build, maintain, and service single copy sales delivery routes in the BrookfieldWestchester area.

Deliveries are one day a week.

Must have reliable vehicle, valid drivers license, insurance, and a good driving record.

Contact Nicole Austin at 630-427-6204 or naustin@shawmedia.com Chicagoland Manufacturer Seeking Working Partnership for Tornado Shelters. For details, call Sam 630-398-2150 greatlakessaferooms@gmail.com

Part-Time Fundraising / Volunteer Chair Will County Humane Society in Shorewood is looking for a PT Fundraising / Volunteer Chair.

Responsibilities include increasing both the organizations revenues, and volunteer numbers & participation. Minimum 2 years fundraising experience required.

Up to 25 hrs/week. Salary based on experience. View job description at willcountyhumane.com.

Submit your resume to: willcountyhumanesociety@ gmail.com No calls or in-person inquiries.

NEWSPAPER DELIVERY

Early morning newspaper delivery needed in suburban Illinois areas.

Must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid drivers license and an insured vehicle.

Please call 708-342-5649 and leave name, contact info and town you reside in.

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The Cathedral of St. Raymond School is seeking monitors to supervise indoor / outdoor recess for the remainder of the 2013-2014 school year. The position is Monday-Friday 11am-1pm. Interested applicants should contact Mrs. Nikki Kanzia at: nkanzia@csrn.org

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NOTICE PUBLICATION POLICIES This publication reserves the right to edit or reject any ads without comment. This publication is careful to review all advertising but the burden of truthful content belongs to the advertiser. We use standard abbreviations and we reserve the right to properly classify your ad. All ads are subject to credit approval.

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GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS

WE PAY THE MOST! 7 DAYS – FAST SVC.

FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK, VAN

West Joliet Convenient Location Spacious 3BR, 1.5BA, CAC. Laundry room, Sect 8 OK. Spacious 3BR TH, 1.5BA, appl. $945/mo. 815-722-1389 W/D in bsmt, heat, A/C, $980/mo. www.protown.org Tenant pays all util.815-730-6873

TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY - IN PROBATE

Joliet ~ Bellarmine Drive

In Re Estate of BARBARA M. WEIS, Deceased.

Case No.: 13 P 835

Joliet

Sat & Sun January 25 & 26 9AM to 4PM

AKC/OFA! Imported parents on site.

Great fam dogs & protection, $950 - $1250/ea. 815-685-4764 www.promisedlandshepherds.com

$$$ TOP CASH $$$ FOR YOUR JUNK CAR, TRUCK, VAN 708-448-9155

Houbolt Rd & McDonough St. Moving sale at our old house.

We have LOTS of Books and DVD's for sale, 2lots of home decorations and holiday decorations, kitchen goods. Also for sale is a Whirlpool stainless steel, gas stove with 4 burners w/ cast iron range top, a Fridgedaire stainless steel dishwasher, a brown micro-fiber couch, love seat and chair w/ ottoman, and an Admiral washer/dryer set that is in excellent condition. Please stop by and look, no reasonable offers will be refused, it all has to go!

“Over 1400 Buyers from 10 states” Over 1000 pcs of Clean Eq. Tractors -- Combines -Equipment -- Trucks -- Trailers -- Mowers Lawn & Garden --Tools -- Antique Tractors/EQ.

Only good, usable equipment will be accepted.

No Junk, No Cars will accepted or sold. Only GOOD Ag. Tires. All eq. should be brought to the fairgrounds on Feb.24-25-26 or 27th. No Eq. accepted day of sale. Loaders available to assist you. Anyone who would like to consign and get Free advertising must notify one of us before Feb 7th. To Consign call: Dan Hanson (815-474-2879) Bill Smith (815-955-8781) or Dick Olson (815-258-3003).

All equipment and parking on gravel.

Richard A. Olson & Assoc., Morris IL 815-942-4266 www.richardaolson.com email: dick@richardaolson.com FREE ADVERTISING

708-448-9155

WE PAY THE BEST

NEED CASH? I will buy your Guns, ammo, coins & antique motors.

Call Rick at 630-674-0832.

PAYING CASH for pre-1975 sports cards, non-sport cards, comics, advertising signs, toys, trains, any & all collectibles & antiques, entire collections & estates CHICAGO Newly decorated 2BR, 2 Call Mike 219-331-9224 BA, near 111th & Western, or Don 586-634-5900 $800/mo + $900 security.

Call 773-238-8575

CREST HILL 527 Pasadena 2BR w/ balcony, appl included.

Secure bldg, no pets, $950/mo.

By Appt. 815-592-3782

1 King Set $199

ON FRIDAY, FEB. 28, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

Located 2 miles N of Morris IL on Rt 47 (Grundy County Fairgrounds)

!!! FREE TOW !!!

Fast Service....No Haggling

Kitchen Cabinets, solid oak, 4 tops 5 bottoms, very good condition. $600 OBO (815) 382-9480

King Bed New $149 Twin $79 -- Full $89 New in Plastic Warranty 630-717-8545 Can Deliver

No haggling

For Junk Cars, Trucks & Vans with or without titles.

630-817-3577 or 219-697-3833

545 Springwood Dr.

CONSIGN NOW! CONSIGN NOW! Grundy Consignment’s 34th Annual Equipment Consignment Auction

FREE ADVERTISING

5pc Living Room Set $399 Can Separate 630-717-8545 New Leather Sofa $499 630-254-6165 Can Deliver

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MINOOKA 2BR, large, very nice, off street parking, extra storage, no pets or smoking. W/D hookup. $840/Mo. Call 815-528-5692

NEW LENOX 2BR TH STYLE

WE PAY THE MOST! 7 DAYS – FAST SVC. No haggling

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JOLIET WEST Spacious 2 bedroom with carport, a/c, appliances, $850 / month + security deposit.

815-436-9899 Joliet: modern 2BR w/dining rm, no pets, 562 Clay St., $750/mo+dep., 815-919-9219

1 bath, private basement & patio.

D/W, coin laundry on site. $1025/mo. 708-710-2570

Twin Oaks West, Clean, Updated 1BR, oak kitchen, appl, blt-inmicro, lots of closet, a/c, free heat.

Ready now. 815-744-5141 Twin Oaks West, Large Clean 2BR Open kitchen, mirrored closet drs, appl, blt-in-micro, D/W, free heat.

Troy Schools. 815-744-5141

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Updated Clean 2BR, New Carpet Appl, blt-in-micro, 2 a/c's, ceiling fans, elec entry, free carport and water, no pet. 815-744-5141 The Herald-News Classified It works.

WANTED SCRAP METAL Garden Tractors Snowmobiles, Appliances, Anything Metal

815-210-8819 Free Pick Up

Mokena: 4 rms, near train, nice yrd, city water, half of gar., no pets, Rockdale - Turn Key. Street Front $900/mo.+sec., 708-717-5535 Commercial Property for rent. Fully renovated. Space currently Hot dog shop space has unlimited business PUBLIC NOTICE opportunities. Parking lot included.

217-723-4646 ELWOOD ~ 3 BEDROOM The Will County Public Build1 bath, all appliances, garage. ing Commission will hold a meetNo pets/smoking, $990/mo. ing on Wednesday, January 29, 815-467-2718 2014 at 8:00 a.m. to discuss its HOMER GLEN 3 BEDROOM Executive Director position and any Free AT&T internet access and TV. other business brought before the Half mile to 355, $1150/mo + Commission. The meeting will be sec + utilities. 708-278-1958 held at 57 N. Ottawa Street, Suite JOLIET, 2415 Pecan St. Newer 510, Joliet, Illinois. house, 3or4 BD, 2 BA, Plainfield schools. $1375/mo + sec dep.

(Published in the Herald-News JanAvail 2/1. 815-325-9128 uary 26, 2014. HN074) Joliet: 125 Lewis Rd., 3BR, 1BA, FR, lndry rm., $900/mo+$900 I PAY CASH FOR HOUSES dep., utils pd by tenant, sec. 8 OK, PUBLIC NOTICE Any Location. Any Condition.

Call Lorraine at 630-730-5588 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Ron Orloff 815-730-1300 THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LOCKPORT 2 BEDROOM The Herald-News Heat, C/A, appl, pay all util, lndry WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS hook-up. $800/mo + sec + ref Classified + credit check, 1 year lease, no CRYSTAL KOZELUH, Plaintiff, 877-264-2527 pets, near metra. 815-886-1316 vs.

NEW LENOX 4BR RANCH Send your Classified CHARLES KOZELUH, Defendant.

2 bath, 2 car detached garage.

Case No. 12 D 2112 Advertising 24/7 to: Avail 2/1, $1500/mo + security.

Please Serve: 815-351-3566 Email: classified@ Charles Kozeluh shawsuburban.com ROCKDALE/MORRIS 2 & 3BR 9916 S. 87th Ct. Houses, newly remodeled, baseFax: 815-477-8898 Palos Hills, IL 60465 ment, appls, 1 car garage, Back or online at: SECOND ALIAS SUMMONS and Front yards. 815-942-6776 TheHerald-News.com/ To each Defendant: placeanad Get the job you want at You are summoned and reTheHerald-News.com/jobs quired to file an answer in this case, or otherwise file your appearance in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, 14 West Jefferson Street, Joliet, Illinois 60432 within 30 days after service of this summons, not counting the day of service. IF YOU FAIL TO DO SO, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. To the officer: This summons must be returned by the officer or other person to whom it was given for service, with endorsement of service and fees, if any, immediately after service. If service cannot be made, summons shall be returned so endorsed.

This summons may not be served later than 30 days after its date.

WITNESS: January 9, 2014 /s/ Pamela J. McGuire Clerk of the Circuit Court Chantal S. Host ARDC#: 6279170 KAVANAGH GRUMLEY & GORBOLD LLC, Plaintiff 111 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 (815) 727-4511 chost@kggllc.com

CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Barbara M. Weis. Letters of Administration as Independent Administrator were issued on December 23, 2013 to Elizabeth Anne Rivera, whose address is 1067 N. May, Unit 1, Joliet, Illinois 60435, whose attorneys are WENGLER LAW FIRM, LLC, 181 N. Hammes Avenue, Joliet, Illinois 60435.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court at the Will County Courthouse, 14 W. Jefferson Street, Joliet, Illinois, 60432, or with the representative, or both, on or before, June 27, 2014, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a Claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Elizabeth Anne Rivera, Independent Administrator of the Estate of Barbara M. Weis Colleen Wengler WENGLER LAW FIRM, LLC 181 N. Hammes Avenue Joliet, Illinois 60435 (815) 730-6968 (Published in the Herald-News January 12, 19, 26, 2014. HN027)

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Village of Minooka Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Minooka Village Hall, 121 East McEvilly Road, Minooka, IL. The matter to be considered is an application as follows: for a change of zoning from Grundy County Agriculture to Village of Minooka R-2 single-family detached residence district for the following parcel:

The North 500 feet of the East 871.11 Feet of the Southeast Quarter of Section 13, Township 34 North, Range 8 East of the Third Principal Meridian, Grundy County, Illinois; and also that portion in Will County, Illinois, within the Bell (Published in the Herald-News Jan- Road right of way adjacent to the uary 12, 19, 26, 2014. HN024) previously described parcel; excepting that part of Bell Road right of way previously annexed by the VilPUBLIC NOTICE lage of Channahon.

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE

Property Index Number 03-13400-004

Page 62 • Sunday, January 26, 2014

Commonly known as 8740 E Route 6, Minooka, Illinois All interested parties are invited to attend the public hearing and will be given an opportunity to be heard.

By Order of the Village President and Board of Trustees Village of Minooka, Illinois (Published in the Herald-News, January 26, 2014.)

PUBLIC NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT OF BID FOR THE LEASE FOR AGRICULTURAL PURPOSES ON 60 ACRES OF COUNTY LANDFILL PROPERTY SEALED BIDS FOR THE LEASE FOR AGRICULTURAL PURPOSES ON 60 ACRES OF COUNTY LANDFILL PROPERTY JOLIET, ILLINOIS, WILL BE RECEIVED AT THE WILL COUNTY PURCHASING DEPARTMENT, WILL COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, 302 N. CHICAGO ST., JOLIET, IL 60432, UNTIL THE HOUR OF 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2014. BIDS WILL BE PUBLICLY OPENED AND READ BY THE WILL COUNTY EXECUTIVE OR HIS REPRESENTATIVE AT 10:10 A.M., WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2014, AT THE WILL COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, 302 N. CHICAGO ST., 2ND FL, JOLIET, IL 60432.

SPECIFICATIONS AND CONDITIONS OF THE BID ARE AVAILABLE AT www.demandstar.com AND www.willcountyillinois.com, AS WELL AS THE PURCHASING DEPARTMENT, 2ND FLOOR, WILL COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, 302 N. CHICAGO ST., JOLIET, IL 60432, (815) 740-4605 OR EMAIL purchasing@willcountyillinois.com.

THE TENDERING OF A BID TO THE COUNTY SHALL BE CONSTRUED AS ACCEPTANCE OF THE SPECIFICATIONS. THE BIDDER ACKNOWLEDGES THE RIGHT OF THE COUNTY OF WILL TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS, AND TO WAIVE NON-MATERIAL INFORMALITY OR IRREGULARITY IN ANY BID RECEIVED IN WHOLE OR PART AS MAY BE SPECIFIED IN THE SOLICITATION.

BY ORDER OF THE WILL COUNTY EXECUTIVE, LAWRENCE M. WALSH. (Published in the Herald-News January 26, 2014. HN082)

PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE CITY OF JOLIET ADVERTISEMENT TO BIDS CONTRACT NO. 1971-0214

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op serves the interests of the Park District.

ALL PROPOSALS ARE SUBJECT PROJECT NAME: PUBLIC NOTICE JOLIET MULTI-MODAL REGIONAL TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE (Published in the Herald-News JanCITY OF JOLIET PROCUREMENT TRANSPORTATION CENTER CODE (Section 2-430 - 2-453 of uary 23, 24, 26, 2014. HN061) Certificate #28862 was filed in the BID PACKAGE NO. 2C: office of the County Clerk of Will TEMPORARY PLATFORM AND the Code of Ordinances) County on December 31, 2013 TICKET OFFICE, JOLIET, ILLINOIS where in the business firm of James D. Hock PUBLIC NOTICE City Manager The City of Joliet, Illinois, does APConnections Bid Notice hereby invite sealed bids for the Margaret E. McEvilly construction of a new +/-230 foot Located at 811 New Lenox Rd., Contract Administrator The New Lenox Community Park long, elevated temporary commuter Joliet, IL 60433 was registered; District is accepting sealed bids for rail platform and two (2) prefabrithat the true or real name or names cated temporary ticket office trailers. (Published in the Herald-News Jan- Turf Mowing Service in the district. of the person or persons owning Platform construction includes uary 23, 26, 2014. HN068) the business, with their respective PROJECT DESCRIPTION drilled concrete piers and wood post office address(es), Is/are as framing and walking surface. Platfollows: The scope of work includes: proform improvements include prefabPhillip Abernathy ricated aluminum shelter, lighting, viding all labor, services and 811 New Lenox Rd. landscaping, and way-finding sigequipment/material necessary to Joliet, IL 60433 PUBLIC NOTICE nage. Site construction includes complete the Turf Mowing Work as electrical, water and sanitary serindicated in the Bid Documents.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have Refer to Bidding Documents for vices.

Bid Notice hereunto set my hand and Official additional information relating to Seal at my office in Joliet; Illinois, Bids will be received at the Office The New Lenox Community Park the scope of work. this 2nd day of December, 2013. of the City Clerk, City of Joliet Mu- District is accepting sealed bids for nicipal Building, 150 West Jeffer- Portable Services in the district.

PROJECT SCHEDULE Nancy Schultz Voots son Street, Joliet, Illinois 60432Will County Clerk 4156 until 10:00 A.M. local time The Turf Mowing Service will ocPROJECT DESCRIPTION/ cur at numerous parks throughout on Thursday February 13, 2014 at SCHEDULE (Published in the Herald-News Janthe district and New Lenox School which time they will be opened and uary 12, 19, 26, 2014. HN018) publicly read aloud.

To supply and service Portable District 122 sites -a map of the site Toilets at numerous parks and locations will be provided in the Bid Pre-Bid Meeting: Monday, school sites within our district from Documents. Generally, sites will be PUBLIC NOTICE February 3, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. the last week of March thru mid- mowed once a week starting in mid in the 1st floor Planning Confer- November 2014. Also, to supply, April thru first week of November ence Room at Joliet City Hall locat- install, maintain and take down 2014 (weather pending-see bid Certificate #28863 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of Will ed at 150 West Jefferson Street, portable fencing as well as supply- documents for particulars).

Joliet, IL 60432. ing and maintaining additional Bid Documents will be available County on December 31, 2013 portable toilets and hand wash sta- at the New Lenox Park District where in the business firm of Those desiring to bid may exam- tions for special event (Proud Community Center (1 Manor Drive) Ten 8 Designs ine the bid documents and detailed American Days) running July 24- New Lenox, Illinois on January 28, 2014 at 10 a.m. specifications at the above address, July 27, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 A.M. Refer to Bidding Documents for A public bid opening will occur Located at 150 Holly St., Bolingand 4:30 P.M., Monday through additional information relating to at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Febru- brook, IL 60490 was registered; ary 11, 2014 at the New Lenox that the true or real name or names Friday. All bidders will be required the scope of work. to submit Bid Security in the form of Bid Documents will be available Park District Community Center lo- of the person or persons owning a Certified Check, Cashier's Check at the New Lenox Park District cated at 1 Manor Drive, New the business, with their respective or a Bid Bond in the amount of Ten Community Center (1 Manor Drive) Lenox, Illinois. Sealed bids will be post office address(es), Is/are as percent (10%) of the Base Bid, New Lenox, Illinois, on January received until 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, follows: February 11, 2014 at the New Adam Reed 27, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. payable to the City of Joliet.

A public bid opening will occur Lenox Park District Community 150 Holly St. The successful bidder will be re- at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, Febru- Center. Bids should be labeled “Turf Bolingbrook, IL 60490 quired to post performance Security ary 10, 2014 at the New Lenox Mowing Service”. and to provide a Certificate of Insur- Park District Community Center lo- A Certified or Cashier's check IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have ance as set forth in the Invitation of cated at 1 Manor Drive, New payable to the New Lenox Commu- hereunto set my hand and Official Bid and the General Terms & Con- Lenox, Illinois. Sealed bids will be nity Park District, or a Bid Bond in Seal at my office in Joliet; Illinois, received until 10:00 a.m. Monday, an amount equal to Ten Percent this 18th day of December, 2013. ditions.

February 10, 2014 at the New (10%) of the total bid amount Bidders are required to be pre- Lenox Park District Community must accompany each bid. Failure Nancy Schultz Voots qualified through the Illinois De- Center. Bids should be labeled to provide a Bid Bond or Certified Will County Clerk or Cashier's Check shall render the partment of Transportation or the “Portable Services”.

A Certified or Cashier's check bid incomplete and rejected. Once (Published in the Herald-News JanCapital Development Board. payable to New Lenox Community submitted, no bids will be with- uary 12, 19, 26, 2014. HN023) The right is reserved to accept Park District, or a Bid Bond in an drawn without written consent from The Herald-News Classified any bid or any part or parts thereof amount equal to Ten Percent the New Lenox Community Park It works. or to reject any and all bids. Ac- (10%) of the total bid amount District's Attorney. ceptance of any bid is subject to must accompany each bid. Failure The successful bidder will be reconcurrence by the Illinois Depart- to provide a Bid Bond or Certified quired to furnish Performance Bond or Cashier's Check shall render the in the full amount of the contract ment of Transportation. bid incomplete and rejected. Once price and proof of insurance Any contract resulting from these submitted, no bids will be with- demonstrating the Bidder's insurabids is subject to financial assis- drawn without written consent from bility. tance contracts between the City of the New Lenox Community Park The New Lenox Community Park District reserves the right to accept Joliet and the Illinois Department of District's Attorney.

The successful bidder will be re- or reject any or all bids, reject non Transportation. quired to furnish Performance and conforming bids, reject conditional Contractor will be required to Payment Bonds in the full amount bids, waive irregularities in the bidcomply with all applicable Equal of the contract price and proof of ding procedure, or to accept any Employment Opportunity laws and insurance demonstrating the Bid- bid that in its sole opinion best serves the interests of the Park Disder's insurability. regulations.

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