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Holiday cheer is ‘contagious’ During this Christmas season, when so much focus is on what we might get, it’s been wonderful to see numerous examples locally of those wanting to give.

I couldn’t name all of the examples I’ve heard about in the past few weeks, but one similarity has emerged as I discuss these various opportunities with people – the joy in their voices.

“I know you hear the passion,” Marc Hayden, store manager at the Sam’s Club on Larken Avenue in Joliet, said Friday. “It’s contagious.”

He was joined by fellow Sam’s Club employees Kim Sweeney and Tim Griest; Debby Meeker and Amirrah Abou-Youssef of Guardian Angel Community Services; and Eric Mattson with the Joliet Fire Department to collectively share their expe-

VIEWS Kate Schott rience from Dec. 6.

That was the day they – along with dozens of Joliet firefighters, scores of Sam’s Club employees and many volunteers from area churches – came together to give some local kids a holiday experience they will remember forever.

Shop with a Firefighter has happened at that store for nearly a decade. It is, for this group, the signal that the Christmas season has arrived.

It started nine years ago, when Sam’s corporate office donated $10,000. It was to be a one-time deal, Hayden said.

The store partnered with the

Joliet Fire Department and took local kids who might not otherwise have Christmas gifts shopping.

“After we did it, it was obvious it couldn’t just be a one-time thing,” he said.

“We had to figure out how to fund it.”

They have.

Firefighters hold barbecue fundraisers, and Sam’s Club employees raise money community volunteer projects. The proceeds from both groups is used for Shop with a Firefighter, which is when Guardian Angel Services reaches out to its client families and anywhere from 50 to 75 kids (depending on the year) are taken shopping at Sam’s Club.

The kids get there at 7 a.m. the first Sunday of December, where breakfast awaits them. They are paired with a

firefighter, and with the store to themselves, they start their search for gifts. Volunteers from area churches wrap the presents.

This year, each kid got $175 to spend. It’s amazed the group of organizers over the years how many kids buy first for their families. Pillows and blankets are common items. Air mattresses are bought every year – one kid said it was for his mom, who slept on the floor.

Meeker said the kids learn Christmas isn’t just about getting, but giving.

“It’s a time for them to shine and pass it on to their family,” Abou-Youssef added.

And when they hit the check-out lanes, Meeker said she’s seen the firefighters take out their wallets to make up any difference. The kids bask being the center of at-

tention with the firefighters.

It’s someone who focuses on just them for a few hours, she said, and the firefighters are truly interested in what these kids think and say.

Mattson said the firefighters love taking part in the annual event.

“We have to give back.

We are fortunate to be here,” Mattson said. “... It just lifts everybody’s spirits.”

Indeed it does.

I hope you too have found a way to share the joy this holiday season.

Thank you for reading The Herald-News.

• Kate Schott is editor of The Herald-News, the Morris Herald-News and Herald Life. She can be reached at kschott@shawmedia.com or 815-280-4119. Follow her on Twitter @Kate_Schott78.

Will County school districts score low on new state test

By FELIX SARVER fsarver@shawmedia.com None of the largest school districts in Will County had 50 percent of students meeting or exceeding expectations on a new statewide test for students. Most didn’t even have 40 percent.

But one school district in Grundy County – Morris Community High School District 101 – came close with 46 percent of students meeting or exceeding expectations for the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers assessment.

PARCC scores were released Friday by the Illinois State Board of Education.

They showed 33 percent of students statewide met or exceeded expectations on the test, which replaced the Illinois Standards Achievement Test and Prairie State Achievement Exam.

The new test is based on Common Core standards.

The previous tests, ISAT and Prairie State, last were given in 2014 and no longer are given statewide.

Composite percentage of students meeting/exceeding PARCC expectations Joliet Public Schools District 86 – 22 percent Joliet Township High School District 204 –17 percent Plainfield School District 202 – 38 percent Lockport Township High School District 205 – 42 percent Lincoln-Way High School District 210 – 27 percent Morris Community High School District 101 – 46 percent

More online Visit www.illinoisreportcard.com/ to find out how your child’s school did on the PARCC exam.

The results are calculated using scores and corresponding five-point performance levels. Level one is the lowest, indicating students did not meet the expectations.

Level five indicates a student exceeded expectations.

The scores provide a baseline for measuring future student progress, state officials said in a news release.

But school districts were allowed to choose at which grade level to test students at high schools and students could refuse to take it.

Some Will County school

district officials noted the challenges of PARCC, such as it being a new test with more challenging standards than past exams. Some of them also said the test covered materials and skills students have not yet learned.

Tim Reilly, Lincoln-Way High School District 210 assistant superintendent for curriculum, said it might be years until the district receives good comparative PARCC data.

Lincoln-Way chose to test its freshmen students – some other high schools tested ju-

niors – so as to not disrupt upperclassmen taking other tests important for families, such as the American College Testing exam some college require for admissions purposes.

“My biggest fear for this is we have some really bright kids who may start to doubt themselves because they took a test they were not overly prepared for a test in a style they’ve never taken before,” Reilly said.

Lincoln-Way students typically have excelled with the ACT exam, he said.

Pat Halloran, Morris Community High School superintendent, said he can’t get overly excited or disappointed with the PARCC results, but he was pleasantly surprised by them.

He said school officials considered the outcome a testament to students, parents and staff.

“We took it seriously and prepared our students.

It’s good to have results and we’ll see where we go from here,” Halloran said.

Plainfield District 202 officials said in a news release

PARCC is one of many tests they administer and one piece of the overall picture of student learning. The results are similar to what Plainfield schools saw in the first years of the ISAT. “We are treating this first year of PARCC as a baseline and fully expect our scores on the PARCC test will improve with time, just as they did with ISAT and Prairie State [exams],” stated Glenn Wood, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, in the release.

The gap between state and district test scores for Joliet Public Schools District 86 is slightly less under PARCC – about 11 percent – than it was under ISAT, said Ankhe Bradley, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, at a Dec. 9 board meeting.

The rigor is “extremely different” with PARCC but the gap has not increased, she said.

“Our teachers, our students, our coaches, our coordinators – they’re on target.

We’re staying on target,” Bradley said.

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Will County Muslims share their stories and views on ISIS, anti-Islam rhetoric More online

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Anti-Muslim rhetoric

Muslim Americans in Will County are diverse, from their ethnicity to where they were brought up to how they practice their religion. A 2010 report from the Association of Religion Data Archives found

Visit this article at TheHerald-News. com to view video interviews of Muslim Americans in Will County talking about their experiences and how Islam plays a role in their lives.

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Larry Anderson talks to his boxing coach, Roy Smith, while waiting to spar Wednesday at MMA Stop Fitness in Crest Hill. almost 10,000 Muslims live in Will County, about 1.46 percent of the population. That’s higher than the national population rate of 0.9 percent, according to the Pew Research Center.

While Muslims are a distant second to Jews as the victims of hate crimes, according to FBI statistics, many area Muslims say they have been targets of discrimination to some extent.

Plainfield resident Wasif Rahman said he has been pulled out of security lines multiple times at airports and searched since 9/11.

“In this country, they say they don’t profile,” said Rahman, who moved to the United States in the 1970s from Karachi, Pakistan, with his parents when he was age 13 and attended a Joliet Diocesan Catholic high school. “But that’s how it works.”

Rahman said he feels media coverage of Muslims hasn’t been fair and has contributed to a negative image of Islam.

“Right now, it’s about whoever has the loudest voice,”

Rahman said. “It’s all about perceptions.”

Last week, Republican U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump advocated for banning all Muslim travel to the country after terrorist attacks being linked to ISIS, a position that has been widely criticized, but from which the Republication front-runner hasn’t relented.

“It’s not a very pleasant thing to hear,” said Bolingbrook resident Aleem Aziz, who came to the country with his wife, Shahnaz Aziz, in 1969.

“Basically, they’re trying to attract a conservative base. To appeal to them, sometimes they say dumb things.”

Mariam Aziz, Aleem Aziz’s daughter, who was born and raised in America, and is now married with children in Cook County, said the inflammatory statements are hurtful.

“This is my country. I am very American. These are my values. I watch football on Sundays and Monday Night Football and all that stuff,” Mariam

Aziz said.

Naperville resident Saima Hasan said Trump’s message – and the number of people flocking to his rallies – concerns her about the future for her children.

“I feel the people cheering him on, they probably don’t know or maybe never met a Muslim,” Hasan said. “They are scared of what he said is happening and they think that this is the solution and answer.”

Hasan, who immigrated to the country when she was 4 and grew up in Chicago’s north side, said the hate toward Muslims instills fear.

“When I see the rhetoric, it makes me nervous,” she said.

“It makes me think, no matter how much I do, will it be good enough? How else can I show that I’m a part of this great nation?”

Condemning ISIS

“ISIS, as far as my knowledge, are a bunch of savages,” Bolingbrook resident Zulfie

Khan said in a calm, collected tone. “They’re calling themselves Muslims, but their actions are not according to the Islamic faith. There are no such things as killing innocent victims and shooting them like dogs [in Islam].”

Khan, who helps manage the Al-Aqsa Community Center in Plainfield Township, said ISIS focuses on violent Quranic verses and doesn’t look at peaceful words in the Quran like “rahim,” which means kindness.

Imam Abdul-Malik Ryan, Muslim chaplain at DePaul University and a member of the Orland Park Prayer Center community, said groups like ISIS and anti-Islamic groups in the United States often cite specific verses to justify violence or portray Islam as a violent religion, such as 2:191, which states “kill them where you find them.”

“But they’re not taking the direct verses before or after that,” Ryan said.

A more holistic reading of that phrase is, “Fight against those who fight you, but do not commit aggression. Kill them where you find them. But if they cease fighting, then let there be no hostility except against oppressors.”

Ryan said it’s important to take the whole Quran into consideration, along with the time period it was written, when different interpretations were made.

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The life Larry Anderson lived as a teenager was setting him on a path of being boxed into a corner that he didn’t want to define him.

Stealing a cellphone, for instance, five years ago led to incarceration for 30 days at the River Valley Juvenile Detention Center in Joliet.

“I used to get in trouble a lot,” Anderson said.

But Anderson, now 19, was not out for the count. A recent graduate from Joliet West High School, he aspires to a career in law enforcement and in professional boxing.

He credits those aspirations to a day he spent three years ago in Kansas. He was at a national boxing tournament when he met with some Muslim friends and discussed religion and theology. That inspired him to research Islam.

“I found out [Islam] was a peaceful religion and stuff,” said Anderson, whose immediate family is Baptist Christian, but he has Muslim relatives.

“Running close to the religion, I thought that I would like to be a part of the religion to really just change me for the better.”

Reverting to Islam – converts believe they were born Muslim – has been a positive change in Anderson’s life.

But like the boxing opponents he faces in the ring, he and other Muslims in Will County are finding themselves in a fight against the perception that their religion is evil and a haven for terrorism as anti-Muslim rhetoric has grown throughout the country.

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FRANKFORT – The office of Khalid Mozaffar is crammed with books, lesson plans, sports equipment and outreach binders used for running the American Islamic Association mosque in Frankfort.

The mosque is a multifaceted building that functions as a school and Muslim community center, but also serves non-Muslims.

“We’re very much integrated into the community,” Mozaffar said.

Mosques have been prime targets of anti-Islamic rhetoric in recent weeks in reaction to the terrorism perpetuated by ISIS, the terrorist group occu-

pying parts of Iraq and Syria.

Mozaffar said AIA is involved in several outreach efforts, such as hosting monthly Christian church groups, inviting high school and college students to ask questions, participating in public programs and holding a public community fair.

“We do all kinds of activities like that,” Mozaffar said. “Our annual fundraiser is not just called a fundraiser, it’s called a community fundraising dinner.”

A relatively new mosque, the Al-Aqsa Community Center in Plainfield Township was established in 2010, manager Zulfie Khan said.

Al-Aqsa has school and prayer services, and maintains

good community relations.

“It’s a very peaceful neighborhood and we know all our neighbors,” Khan said.

But there have been some instances of discrimination, Khan said, such as an incident when men on motorcycles yelled racial slurs as kids were playing basketball in the mosque’s front yard.

AIA hires a private security firm, Security Enforcement Services, for its higher-trafficked days and events.

“Because of the type of situation they have there, of course they’re alarmed,” security firm owner Richard Hunt said. “It’s kind of a shame we have to do this.”

Shortly after 9/11, AIA started an interfaith organization,

‘They’re [ISIS] not us and we’re not them’ • MUSLIMS

Continued from page 3 Lara Hamdan and her sister, Malak Hamdan, grew up in Homer Glen, reading the Quran in a much different way than ISIS. “[ISIS] just takes certain verses in the Quran and interprets in a strange way to use as a scapegoat for their actions,” Lara Hamdan said.

“You can do that with the Bible. You can do that with any religious text.”

“It’s sad and disgusting,” Malak Hamdan said. “They’re not us and we’re not them. It’s upsetting that other people aren’t realizing that we aren’t like them.”

Starting a conversation

Minooka resident Syed Ahmed, a physician, said his coworkers sometimes ask him about his thoughts on recent events, such as the San Bernardino shooting and Paris attacks, which were both fueled by ISIS. Ahmed said years of talking with coworkers about his faith has led them to understand that he isn’t like

the radicalized attackers. But that wasn’t the case when he started practicing medicine.

“It was a battle, that first one year,” Ahmed said about finding acceptance when he started working at a small town in Iowa where almost everyone was Catholic, right after 9/11.

Ahmed said people working with him correlated Islam, and him, with something violent, sometimes stereotyping him with the terrorists who brought down the World Trade Center in 2001.

But he would engage them in discussion about how the attacks aren’t based in his peaceful interpretation of Islam. And after a couple years, the tense climate eased.

“If you have a good faith, good person, good character, you work hard, you’re motivated and you tell them, you know, this is a part of your life, ... they can kind of understand,” Ahmed said.

Starting a conversation and letting people know who she is as a person is what Hasan does to fight misconceptions about her and her faith.

“For me, as a Muslim,

smile is charity,” Hasan said.

“I’ve seen the results from that. What our faith teaches us is that we’re divided in tribes so you get to know each other.”

Hasan was naturalized with her father as a citizen when she was 8. Now, she is married with two children and is the program director for the Girl Scouts of the Islamic Center in Naperville.

“I would love for someone who has never met a Muslim to get to know what their values are, get to know their families,” Hasan said. “Probably, they’ll see Muslims have the same values as they do.”

Even though he had Muslim relatives, Anderson said it took some time for his family to accept his change of faith.

But Anderson said once they started understanding the faith and its positive impact on him, they accepted it.

Anderson said Islam plays a big role in his boxing by keeping him disciplined, so he tries to box for Islam.

“I feel like it’s a struggle every day for Muslims because others have a bad perception of Islam,” he said. “Muslims are peaceful people.”

SWIFT, with area mosques, churches and synagogues.

Mohammed Nofal, the Muslim co-chairman for SWIFT, said the organization holds dinners and public forums throughout the year.

“We don’t try to convert, or debate and argue,” Nofal said.

“The purpose is so that we may understand each other. That’s when you see the commonality between all three Abrahamic faiths.”

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ON THE COVER Larry Anderson puts his boxing headgear on Wednesday with the help of his coach, Roy Smith, before sparring at MMA Stop Fitness in Crest Hill.

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Don’t be deceived, winter will happen

By BOB OKON bokon@shawmedia.com It might not feel like it, but snow is coming.

Probably.

The calendar says winter officially starts Dec. 22, although the forecast this week still looks more like October than December. That means there still is time to make preparations for winter and the heavy snowfalls that sometimes come with it.

Or, will they come this year?

“Those things could occur,” said David Beachler, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service office in Romeoville. “We always like to tell people that even though the winter as a whole is expected to be above-normal temperatures, there are going to be a few days here and there of cold and snow.”

Just how cold and just how much snow is difficult to say.

The long-term forecast for winter is above-normal temperatures, Beachler said. The December rains have been atypical, he said – warm winters usually come with drier weather.

El Niño, a band of warm

Winter auto checklist Blankets or sleeping bags Flashlight with extra batteries • First aid kit Nonperishable snack food Water Sand or cat litter Shovel Booster cables Cellphone charger

water in the equatorial Pacific Ocean, has been pushing colder air farther north, Beachler said. That pattern is expected to continue through January and February.

Be prepared

Even so, the National Weather Service and other agencies are advising people to be prepared for winter.

The slow start to winter means people still can apply weather stripping and insulation to keep cold air out as temperatures drop, said Joe Schroeder, executive director of the Grundy County Emergency Management Agency.

Motorists should not think that just because it’s warm now the weather can’t turn

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Pedestrians cross Jefferson Street downtown as snow falls Jan. 26 in Joliet. Even though there is a slow start to winter, officials urge people to be prepared. suddenly, he said.

At Grundy County EMA, “we winterize our vehicles just like we expect people to do,” Schroeder said. “Make sure your heaters and defrosters work. That will be important to you.”

Schroeder has vivid memories from an 18.5-inch snowfall that dropped nearly five years ago.

“In the snowstorm of 2011, we had 53 people stranded in

their cars,” he said.

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There are precautions to take for winter driving, said Harold Damron, executive director for the Will County EMA. Damron also remembers stranded cars from the 2011 blizzard, especially in rural areas of Will County. There are ways to be prepared for being stuck in the snow, he

said.

“We want people to be prepared for the possibility of being stuck in the car or in some remote area,” he said. “We like people to have some basics like nonperishable food.

Put an extra blanket in you trunk. Put some sand or kitty litter in the car. That might give you some traction so you can get moving again.”

Winter is not a good time to be driving with a gas gauge close to empty, he said. A running car is a source of heat when stranded. Damron advises keeping the car filled with gas, or at least not letting it go less than half full.

The Will County EMA advises families to have emergency plans that include ways of accounting for each other in heavy storms. Adding relatives who live by themselves to the plan is a good idea, Damron said.

One challenge during warm Decembers like this one is keeping people aware that winter trouble could lie ahead.

“We certainly try to spread the word to remind people that we are getting into that season,” Damron said. “People should be prepared.”

Vote on inspector general on Joliet City Council agenda

By BOB OKON bokon@shawmedia.com JOLIET – An ordinance creating the position of inspector general for Joliet is set to go Tuesday to the City Council for a vote.

The council also has scheduled a public hearing on a proposed increase in the real estate transfer tax, which would have to be approved by voters in March.

The proposed inspector general position is being created at the urging of Mayor Bob O’Dekirk, who would have control and oversight of the position as it is defined in the ordinance.

The inspector general would have the authority to investigate elected officials and city employees “to detect and prevent misconduct, inefficiency

and waste within the programs and operations of the city government,” the proposed ordinance states.

O’Dekirk has said he has someone in mind for the job, although he has not said who.

However, several sources have said O’Dekirk plans to name Christopher Regis, an assistant state’s attorney in Will County and former Joliet police officer, to the job.

Regis said, when asked Friday, he has talked with O’Dekirk about the inspector general position. But he would not discuss whether he is likely to get the job.

“I’ve known Bob for a long time, and we talk about a lot of things,” Regis said. “It’s very reckless for me to talk about something that may never happen.”

The ordinance would make the inspector general an appointment of the mayor subject to approval by the City Council. The inspector general would report to the mayor on the results of investigations.

Only the mayor could remove the inspector general.

The inspector general would have the power to issue subpoenas for witnesses and documents. Employees, elected officials and companies doing business with the city would be required to cooperate with investigations.

In Illinois, inspector generals have been chiefly used in Chicago, Cook County and state government. But the city of Springfield this year created an inspector general position.

In Springfield, a City Council ethics committee has oversight

of the inspector general.

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The inspector general is one of two six-figure positions created in the proposed 2016 budget. The position would pay $120,000, and the inspector general also would serve as an assistant city attorney.

The budget proposes eliminating three staff attorney positions to offset the costs of paying for the inspector general and hiring private lawyers to handle city legal work.

The budget also proposes hiring an economic development director who would double as deputy city manager at a salary of $145,000. Hock has said he plans to hire Steve Jones, who came to work for the city this year as special projects manager.

Real estate transfer tax

The proposed budget includes an increase in the real estate transfer tax, charged when a house or other piece of property is sold, from the current rate of $3 per $1,000 to $5 per $1,000.

The tax hike would raise $1.1 million.

A public hearing Tuesday during the 6:30 p.m. council meeting will determine whether the city moves forward with a referendum for the tax on the March primary ballot.

Gideon Blustein, government affairs director with the Three Rivers Association of Realtors, called the transfer tax proposal “unreliable.”

“Typically, when they go to referendum, they do not have a lot of success,” Blustein said.

“They are not very popular with the public.”

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By MIKE MALLORY mmallory@shawmedia.com and HEIDI LITCHFIELD hlitchfield@shawmedia.com MORRIS – Morris Elementary School District 54 Superintendent Teri Shaw is resigning, effective Monday, after nearly eight years in the position.

When reached by phone Friday afternoon she declined to comment on a specific reason for her resignation. Shaw

did say she is going to take time to finish the book, “Private Finance for the Public Educator,” she Teri Shaw has been working on during nights and weekends for the past 14 months.

“I’m on a timeline with a publisher, and this is an opportunity to finish it,” she said.

In an email sent to district employees, confirmed by Shaw to be from her, she said it has been a privilege and honor to serve the district.

“We have ceaselessly served to improve student achievement and have a positive impact on student learning,” the email states. “My primary focus has always been to keep as many teachers in front of the kids as possible through various financial strategies.”

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By FELIX SARVER fsarver@shawmedia.com PLAINFIELD – Plainfield school staff proved to be fierce opponents for police officers who played against them in a basketball game Friday.

The educators and enforcers of public safety came together for a friendly competi-

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The program helps underprivileged students shop for their families during the holiday season.

This year was the first staff from two schools – JFK and Indian Trail Middle Schools –

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Before the game started, police officers practiced by shooting hoops in a small gym next to the one they were set to play in.

“They don’t have a chance in the world,” said Kevin Greco, Plainfield police commander.

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Greco was also the basketball coach for the team – a mix of patrol officers and detectives – who donned blue basketball uniforms for the occasion.

But during the game, it was the police who didn’t have a chance against the school staff.

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The gap in the score between the two teams only grew throughout the game but the police managed to close it a little before they lost with a final score of 52-31.

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Gold-Smith began discussing a recent search of his cell and made reference to files being taken, which he said “undermine” his case. As he has during previous court sessions, Rozak reminded Gold-Smith that acting as his own attorney did not warrant the judge ordering changes in any procedures at the jail.

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“You’re full of [expletive],” Gold-Smith said.

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Man injured in Lockport Township vehicle shooting

By BRIAN STANLEY bstanley@shawmedia.com LOCKPORT TOWNSHIP – A 23-year-old man was wounded Thursday in a shooting between vehicles.

Will County Sheriff’s Deputy Chief Rick Ackerson said deputies were called at 1:30 p.m. to the 200 block of Oak Avenue, where shots were reported. Witnesses told police a black SUV and a silver Dodge car were involved, but did not remain at the scene.

“A short time later a 23-year-old man was dropped

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The victim, a Lockport Township resident, underwent surgery Thursday night and is expected to survive.

According to court records, he pleaded guilty in October to possessing a loaded firearm in a vehicle and was sentenced to two years of probation.

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charges of unlawful use of a weapon, drug possession and possession of drug paraphernalia.

• Joshua J. Kubinski, 20, of the 1600 block of Overlook Drive in Joliet, was arrested by Joliet police Thursday on charges of drug possession, marijuana posses• Helmer T. Mickelson, 37, of sion, driving under the influence the 1100 block of Black Road of alcohol, driving without in Joliet, was arrested by Joliet insurance and hit and run. police Wednesday on charges • Russell A. Butterfield, 38, of driving under the influence of of the 500 block of Carla Drive alcohol, driving without insurin Shorewood, was arrested ance, hit and run, vandalism and by Joliet police Thursday on obstructing justice. charges of aggravated driving • Callie E. Ruckel, 32, of Foley, under the influence of alcohol, Missouri, was arrested by driving without insurance and Elwood police Wednesday on hit-and-run.

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Note to readers: Information in Police Reports is obtained from local police departments and the Will County Sheriff’s Office.

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GOTTA DO IT Dec. 13 • Forest Preserve District of Will County Volunteer Workday – 8 a.m. to noon, Kankakee Sands Preserve – Shenk Grove, Braidwood; Hickory Creek Preserve – Hickory Creek Junction, New Lenox. Email rgauchat@fpdwc.org or call 815722-7364.

• 5K Reindeer Run/Walk – 9 a.m., Ellis House and Equestrian Center, 13986 McKanna Road, Minooka. $25 (preregistration) and $35 (same-day registration).

Call 815-475-4035 or visit www. ellishec.com.

• Pet Photos with Santa – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., inside the Pet Supply Outlet Building, 23907 W. Industrial Drive North, Plainfield. Proceeds benefit Wags 2 Wishes Animal Rescue. Visit www.w2wrescue.com.

• Visit Santa at His House – 1 to 3 p.m.; also Dec. 20 Illinois Avenue at Liberty Street. Morris. Free. Visit www.downtownmorris.com.

How to see Santa

midnight, Cantigny VFW Post 367, 826 Horseshoe Drive, Joliet. Call 815-722-5398.

• An Evening With Santa – 6:30 to 8 p.m., C.W. Avery Family YMCA, 15120 Wallin Drive, Plainfield.

Games, hot chocolate with fixin’s, Y Dance Ensemble performance, photos with Santa Claus. For information, visit www.jolietymca.org.

Dec. 19 • Forest Preserve District of Will County Volunteer Workday – 8 a.m. to noon, Hickory Creek Preserve – Hickory Creek Junction, New Lenox. Email rgauchat@fpdwc. org or call 815-722-7364.

• COPE’s Christmas Bake Sale – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Petco, Route 59 and Black Road, Shorewood. Baked good, pet magnets, doggie bandanas. Proceeds to vet bills and shelter expenses. To donate baked goods, call Lois at 815-474-5204 or Joe at 815-474-9565.

• Visit Santa at His House – 10 Dec. 14 a.m. to 1 p.m., Illinois Avenue at • Will County Mobile Workforce Liberty Street, Morris. Free. Visit Shaw Media file photo Center – 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1 www.downtownmorris.com.

There are several opportunities to visit with Santa this weekend throughout Will and Grundy counto 3:30 p.m. Fountaindale Public • Christmas Bakery Sale – 10:30 ties.

Library, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, a.m. to 2 pm., St. Nicholas Orthodox Bolingbrook. For information, visit Church, 1000 Barber Lane, Joliet. www.jobs4people.org.

Potica, cookie trays, nut cups, rozhDee Graves at 815-577-4023 or Center – 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to • Will County Mobile Workforce • English as a Second Language dgraves@psd202.org.

3 p.m., Wilmington City Hall, 1165 S. Center – 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to ki, apricot stars, Russian tea cakes, Grammar Club – 10 a.m., Plainfield cakes made-to-order, poppyseed Water St., Wilmington. For informa- 3 p.m., Mokena Public Library, 11327 • Midwest Crossroad Chorus Public Library District, 15025 S. rolls, banana bread, pumpkin bread. of Sweet Adelines International tion, visit www.jobs4people.org.

W. 195th St., Mokena. For informa- To order, call Evelyn at 815-725Illinois St., Plainfield. Contact Tania – 7 p.m., Trinity Christian School, • English as a Second Language tion, visit www.jobs4people.org.

Hess at 815-263-8145 or thess@ 5328.

901 Shorewood Drive, Shorewood. Conversation Club – 10 a.m. and • WSD’s Computer Lab – 2 p.m., plainfieldpubliclibrary.org.

• A Fair Tax meeting – 11 a.m.

Regular practice. Seeking new 6:30 p.m., Plainfield Public Library Workforce Center of Will County, • Signing Santa – 5 to 8 p.m., to 1 p.m., Silver Spoon Restaurant, members. For information, call District, 15025 S. Illinois St., 2400 Glenwood Ave., Joliet. For Louis Joliet Mall, 3340 Mall Loop 1601 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. A lively 866-LUV-SING or visit http://midPlainfield. Contact Tania Hess at information, visit www.jobs4peoDrive, Joliet. For families with childiscussion to abolish the IRS. For 815-263-8145 or thess@plainfieldple.org. dren with hearing impairments and westcrossroad.org. information, call 815-474-4385. publiclibrary.org.

• Fish Fry – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., their siblings. A partnership with • Hopeful Tails Adoption Event Dec. 16 • WSD’s Computer Lab – 10:30 Knights of Columbus #4400, 1813 the Eisenhower Cooperative DHH – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; also noon to 3 • Will County Mobile Workforce a.m., Workforce Center of Will Cass St., Joliet. Fish, chicken and Program. Located near Carson’s. p.m., Dec. 20, Petsmart, 3111 111th Center – 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to County, 2400 Glenwood Ave., Joliet. shrimp. Carryouts. Call 815-723Call 815-439-1000.

St., Naperville. For information, 3:30 p.m., Plainfield Public Library, Walk-ins welcome. For information, 3827. email hopefultailsadoptions@ 15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield. For visit www.jobs4people.org.

• Fish Fry – 5 p.m., Harry E. Dec. 15 outlook.com.

• Thursday Night Horseshoes Anderson VFW Post 9545, 323 Old • English as a Second Language information, visit www.jobs4peo• Candy Cane Hunt – 2 p.m., ple.org.

– 6 p.m., Harry E. Anderson VFW Hickory Road, New Lenox. Karaoke UUCJ, 3401 W. Jefferson St., Joliet.

Reading Club – 10 a.m., Plainfield • English as a Second Language Post 9545, 323 Old Hickory Road, begins at 8:30 p.m. Call 815-485Public Library District, 15025 S. Also snacks, crafts. Register in Grammar Club – 10 a.m., Plainfield New Lenox.

Call 815-485-8369 or 8369 or visit vfwpost9545.org.

Illinois St., Plainfield. Contact Tania advance or event day at 1:30 Public Library District, 15025 S. visit vfwpost9545.org.

• Fish Fry – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Hess at 815-263-8145 or thess@ p.m. Free. Bring one can of food Illinois St., Plainfield. Contact Tania • Joliet Ski Club – 7 p.m., Knights Knights of Columbus #4400, 1813 plainfieldpubliclibrary.org. per child. For information, 815of Columbus, 100 S. 129th Infantry Cass St., Joliet. Fish, chicken and • Career Cafe – 10:30 a.m., Work- Hess at 815-263-8145 or thess@ 744-9020 or visit our website at plainfieldpubliclibrary.org.

Drive, Joliet. Regular meeting plus shrimp. Carryouts. Call 815 723force Center of Will County, 2400 uujoliet.org.

• Successful Interviewing – 10 “meet and greet.” For information, 3827.

Glenwood Ave., Joliet. For informa• Holiday Fun – 4 to 8 p.m., Also a.m., Workforce Center of Will visit www.jolietskiclub.org.

• Fish Fry – 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., tion, visit www.jobs4people.org.

Dec. 20, Inwood Clubhouse, 3200 County, 2400 Glenwood Ave., Joliet.

Stone City VFW Post 2199, 124 • Bingo – 5 p.m., Harry E. W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Meet Santa, May schedule individual, digitally Dec. 18 Stone City Drive, Joliet. Carryouts Anderson VFW Post 9545, 323 Old Rudolph and Frosty. Coloring con• LinkedIn Lab – 9 a.m., Workand eat-at-bar begin at 11 a.m.; Hickory Road, New Lenox. Call 815- recorded mock interview. One hour. tests, Cathy’s Craft Corner, holiday force Center of Will County, 2400 dining room opens at 4 p.m. Call movies. For information, contact 485-8369 or visit vfwpost9545.org. Free. RSVP by contacting 815-723815-722-7122.

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• “Self Advocacy and Supports: 3885 or pabbott@willcountyillinois. Glenwood Ave., Joliet. Need basic com. For information, visit www.

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• Bingo – Doors open 4 p.m., • Fish Fry – 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Keys to Independence” – 6:30 jobs4people.org.

RSVP by contacting 815-723-3885 cards begin 6 p.m., St. Mary Nativity Knights of Columbus #4400, 1813 p.m., District 202 Administrative or pabbott@willcountyillinois.

School, 702 N. Broadway St., Joliet. Cass St., Joliet. Fish, chicken and Center, 15732 Howard St., Plainfield.

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• Fish Fry/Karaoke – Fish fry shrimp. Carryouts. Call 815 723For parents and caregivers with 3827. children with disabilities. Contact • Will County Mobile Workforce jobs4people.org. is 4 to 8 p.m. Karaoke is 8 p.m. to

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KEVIN CONVEY Kevin “Franky” Convey, age 62, of New Lenox passed away on Thursday, December 10th, 2015, at

KENNETH L. DELROSE Born: Nov. 15, 1934; in Joliet Died: Dec. 11, 2015; in Joliet

Kenneth L. Delrose, age 81, a lifelong Joliet resident, passed away Friday, December 11, 2015, at home.

He was born November 15, 1934, to the late Helen R. (nee Smith) and John J. Delrose.

He attended St. Mary Carmelite grade school and graduated with the class of 1952 from Joliet Catholic High School. Ken attended St. Mary’s University prior to joining the U.S. Army and serving his Country during the Korean War era.

Left to cherish his memory are his six children, Danielle (Bill) Oeding, Dina (Steve) Bryce, Deb (Scot) Kalchbrenner, Darcee (Mike) Synoracki, Domonic (Tanya) Delrose and Donna (David) Stolarek. Thirteen grandchildren, Patrick (Melanie) and Rachel Hurley; Jake and Tyler Bryce; Sam and Alex Kalchbrenner; Camden

he was born James Jeremiah Dolan in Chicago, son of John and Helena (née Darcy) Dolan.

He graduated from St. Mel H.S. and then entered the novitiate of the Christian Brothers in Glencoe, MO. He professed his first vows in 1945 and his perpetual vows in 1951.

Brother Joel earned a B.S.S. and an M.A. from St. Mary’s University in Winona, MN, a B.S.L.S. from St. Catherine College in St. Paul, MN, and an M.A.L.S. from Dominican University in River Forest, IL. During his years as an educator he served in schools in Chicago and Westchester, IL; Jefferson City and Kansas City, MO; and St. Louis Park, MN. For many years he was a librarian and archivist at Lewis University in Romeoville until he retired in 2007. Recently he was living at Mercy Circle in Chicago.

Survivors include his brother, John “Jack” Dolan; and nephew, Deacon Dominic Clemente among others, and the De La Salle Christian Brothers.

Visitation will be at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 15, at Sancta Alberta Chapel on the campus of Lewis University in Romeoville, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 5:00 p.m. Interment Wednesday, December 16, at 9:00 a.m. at Resurrection

Cemetery in Romeoville.

Memorials may be made to Christian Brothers Retirement Fund, 7650 S. County Line Rd., Burr Ridge IL 60527.

Family and friends can sign the online guestbook or to attain directions at: www.oneilfuneralhome.com.

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Charlene M. Bruggeman, age 80, of Morton, IL, formerly of Joliet, passed away Saturday, November 21, 2015, at Washington Christian Village in Washington, IL. She was born October 6, 1935, in Joliet to Berthold and Florence (Morgan) Koehler. She married Ronald E. Bruggeman on May 21, 1955, in Joliet.

He preceded her in death on June 11, 2015.

Surviving are one daughter, Kim (William) Sing of Joliet; three grandchildren, Brandon (Laura) Sing of Southaven, Miss., Brittany Sing and Bryce Sing, both of Joliet; two great-grandchildren, Bronson and Beckem Sing; and one brother, Wayne Koehler of Florida.

Prior to her marriage, Charlene had worked at Liberty Loan of Joliet.

Charlene was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church in Morton, where she was active in the church and the school.

Charlene and her husband, who worked for Caterpillar Inc., lived overseas in Belgium for 4-1/2 years.

She was very proud of all of her grandchildren and enjoyed following and supporting her grandson, Brandon, when he was playing professional baseball in the minor leagues for the Cubs. She and her husband drove their motor home to watch him play throughout the country. She also was an avid bridge player for many years.

Cremation has been accorded.

Memorial services will be held at Bethel Lutheran Church in Morton and Faith Lutheran Church in Joliet at a later date. She will be interred with her husband at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL. Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Morton is handling arrangements.

Memorials may be made to Bethel Lutheran Church or Bethel Lutheran School, both in Morton.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.knappjohnson. com.

Synoracki; Gavin and Lucia Delrose; Daniel, Cassidy, Brennan and Savannah Stolarek. Sister, Frances Delrose.

Sisters-in-law, Bonnie Delrose and Dolores “Toots” (Tom) Guice. Several nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Rita (nee Sadler); parents and brother, David Delrose.

Ken retired from Equitable Life Assurance Society after 43 years of dedicated service to the company and his clients/friends. He was an active member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church and the Holy Name Society, serving the parish and school in various capacities over the years. Other memberships included VFW Cantigny Post #367, Knights of Columbus, council #4400 and a retreat captain for 37 years at the Jesuit Bellarmine House in Barrington, IL. In later years, Ken was very proud of his involvement with the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Memorial Squad and being a local organizer of the Public Square Rosary, an annual worldwide honor to Our Lady of Fatima. Ken was a lifelong Diehard Cub Fan member and always believed “this is our year.”

A memorial visitation will be held Sunday, December 20, 2015, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd., Joliet. All friends and relatives are invited to gather Monday, December 21, 2015, at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 127 S. Briggs St. from 11:00a.m. until a Memorial Mass is celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Inurnment with full military honors will follow at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. In lieu of flowers, Memorials in his name to Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Memorial Squad, Joliet Area Community Hospice or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

For information 815-741-5500 or visit his Book of Memories at www. fredcdames.com.

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Born: Oct. 6, 1935; in Joliet, IL Died: Nov. 21, 2015; in Washington, IL

his home in New Lenox.

Kevin is survived by his loving family, siblings, John Convey, Michael (Mary) Convey, Maureen (Thomas) Hummel, Patricia (Michael) Sparks; nieces and nephews, Kellie (late Tom) Barnett, Joseph Convey, Shannon (Howard) Mueller, Catherine Convey, Bridgette (Dragon) Convey, Danielle (Mike) Costello, Sean Convey, Kathleen Hummel; and numerous great nieces and nephews.

Kevin was preceded in death by his parents, John & Joan Convey (Hedderman).

Kevin was a member of the Local Tuckpointers Union #52. He was also a member of the Grocers Union #881 and longtime employee of the local Jewel Osco store in New Lenox.

Kevin greatly enjoyed riding his motorcycle.

Family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 102 E. Francis Road, New Lenox, IL 60451 on Sunday, December 13th, 2015, from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Funeral service, Monday, December 14th, 2015 at St. Jude Catholic Church, 241 West 2nd Avenue, New Lenox, IL 60451 for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 AM. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Alsip, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations to Kessler Foundation “Start Seeing Motorcycles” and the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.

For information, www.kurtzmorialchapel.com or 815-485-3200.

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CHERYL J. GIACOMI Born: April 30, 1964 Died: Dec. 5, 2015

Cheryl J. (“Cheri”) Giacomi, passed suddenly as the result of an auto accident, Saturday, December 5, 2015.

Age 51 years.

Survived by her loving partner, Alexandra Ivelic; her mother, Joan C. Giacomi (nee Kevish); brother, David R. (Patricia-deceased) Giacomi; nieces, Heather (Brad) Meade and Danielle (Joseph) Higgenbotham; and her pride and joy, great-nephew, Andrew Jeffrey Meade.Also surviving, are Aunts Phyllis (Bill-deceased) Thomas and Sylvia (Greg) Nitz, Uncle Dennis (Rene) Kevish, numerous cousins and many close friends.

Preceded in death by her father, Ronald D. Giacomi (2004); her brother, Jeffrey A. Giacomi (2005); her maternal grandmother, Ann M. Kevish (2015); and her sister-in-law, Patricia Giacomi (1996).

Cheri was born April 30, 1964, in Joliet. She graduated from Joliet Township High School West Campus, Class of 1982 and Joliet Junior College.

Cheri was a senior electromechanical technician at Argonne National Laboratory, having just celebrated 20 years of service. She attended St. Jude Catholic Church and was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #300 and the Croatian Cultural Club. Cheri was a devoted Green Bay Packer fan, enjoyed boating on the Illinois River and traveling with her many friends.

A Memorial Mass will be held at the St. Jude Catholic Church, 2212 McDonough St., Saturday, December 19th at 9:30 A.M. Please omit flowers.

For information call (815) 7440022or visit www.CHSFUNERAL.com.

EVELYN O. GOMBASH

Born: Jan. 4, 1928; in Bartley, WV Died: Dec. 10, 2015; in Romeoville, IL Evelyn O. Gombash, age 87, a lifetime resident of Romeoville, IL, she was granted her angel wings on December 10, 2015 at her home.

Mrs. Gombash was born on January 4, 1928 in Bartley, West Virginia to

Jesse (Maloyed) and James Kelly Anderson. She was the oldest of five children.

She is survived by her husband, Joseph Gombash; her children, Joseph Lee Gombash and Lorna Kaye (Thomas) Collinet; her two granddaughters, Heather Nicole and Laurel Anne; and several sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, nieces and nephews.

She is remembered and loved for her strength, loyalty, friendship, stubbornness and nurturance of all who needed her. Her laughter was infectious. Her southern-style cooking was sensational. She loved to dance, read, shop and spend time with her family and friends.

Visitation Tuesday, December 15, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the Anderson Memorial Chapel, 606 Townhall Dr., Romeoville, IL with funeral services Tuesday afternoon at 12:00 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Romeoville, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011 in memory of Evelyn O’Dare Gombash or online at http://act.alz.org/goto/EvelynGombash would be appreciated.

this could not miss noticing the beaming pride in Clair’s eyes as he absorbed the achievements of the young city lady who accepted a ring he slid onto her finger and devoted the remainder of their lives together on the family farm south of Joliet near Elwood.

Those achievements were many.

During those 40 years she earned a Certificate of Parliamentary Law & Order from the University of Illinois, serving as Parliamentarian of several organizations, and was deeply involved in many others. These included the Home Extension of the University of Illinois where she was Information Director for 11 Illinois counties. As a member of the King’s Daughters and Sons, her involvement included serving as President of the Circle for both the Will County and Illinois. As a member of Eastern Star, she served as Worthy Matron, Grand Lecturer and Grand Representative. Included in her

community involvement, Betty was elected to the Advisory Board of Silver Cross Hospital, holding the position of President, and also served on the Board of Trustees. Adding to that, she served as Chairman and treasurer of the Silver Cross Encore Thrift Shop.

In total, she served as a volunteer of the hospital for 60 years. She and Clair were also active members of the Manhattan Methodist Church, including singing in and directing choirs, and serving on the church board as treasurer.

Betty is survived by four children, Lois, married to Jerry Walker of Lexington, KY; Gene of Lancaster, PA; Ray married to Lisa of Shorewood, IL; and Ross, married to Joyce of Madison, WI. She also has 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her loving friend, Bill Futterer.

As per Betty’s wishes cremation

rites have been accorded through Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home, Richard J. Tapella, Funeral Director. A Memorial Service is being planned for 2:00 p.m. December 18, 2015, at Hope Lutheran Church, 305 W. Black Road in Shorewood. Private burial following the service. A Memorial Visitation will be held Friday, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please consider sending a contribution in Betty’s memory to Joliet Area Community Hospice, 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet, IL 60431 For information call (815) 744-0022 or visit WWW.CHSFUNERAL.COM.

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ALICE E. HEMPHILL

Born: May 1, 1918; in Quincy, IL Died: Dec. 1, 2015; in Joliet, IL Alice Elizabeth (Betty) Hemphill, Nee Watson, 97, entered eternal rest on December 1, 2015, at Sunny Hill Nursing Home of Will County in Joliet.

She was most recently a resident of Joshua Arms Senior Residences in Joliet. She was born in Quincy, IL on May 1, 1918, as the first child to Eugene and Grace Watson. In 1919 the family moved to Joliet where, through the ensuing years, Betty became the eldest of three siblings - one sister and two brothers - all now deceased.

She attended Moran Street School, Farragut Junior High, Joliet Township High School and Joliet Junior College.

Besides her parents and siblings, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Clair J. Hemphill, whose life was shockingly and mournfully taken from his wife and children at the early age of 67 by a failed heart.

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BEATRICE LUNDQUIST

Born: Jan. 18, 1917; in Joliet, IL Died: Dec. 5, 2015; in Palm Bay, FL Beatrice “Bea” Lundquist, nee Morgan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 5, 2015, in Palm Bay, Florida at the age of 98, 1 month prior to her 99th birthday.

She was born January 18, 1917, in Joliet, IL, the daughter of Raymond and Eunice Morgan. She often recalled memories of being a young girl and living on the farm in Elwood which is now the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery where Bea will be buried next to her husband John, who served as a Naval Chief Petti Officer in W.W. II. She attended Elwood Elementary School and Graduated from Joliet Township High School. Worked in Chicago at a downtown business.

She married John Lundquist of Joliet. Bea and John retired and moved from Odell in 1979 to Mountain Home, Arkansas. John passed away 1999, she later moved to Florida to enjoy her remaining years with her son and granddaughter. Bea had a great sense of humor and took great pleasure in being a housewife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed working in the yard and flower beds.

She also enjoyed traveling, cheering for her son at school baseball and basketball games. She had fun hosting many after school game parties at the Odell house. Bea enjoyed along loving marriage with John, who was a Superintendent of Schools in Coal City, Wenona, Odell and Union over 30 years.

Preceded in death by her husband, John; twin brothers, Teddy and Eddie Morgan.

Surviving is one son, Jack (Karen) Lundquist; three grandchildren, Andrea of Florida, Jared and Victoria of Woodstock, VT; one sister, Alice Morgan Shoots of Mobile, AL. Numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held, Tuesday, December 15, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. at the Blackburn-Giegerich-Sonntag Funeral Home. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Visitation Monday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

EVANGELINE MITCHELL Born: Oct. 19, 1913 Died: Dec. 9, 2015

Evangeline Mitchell was born on October 19, 1913, in Washington County, Koenton, Alabama to the union of Sam and Pearlie May. She made her transition to glory on Wednesday, December 9, 2015.

Evangeline was married to John B. “Tit” Mitchell in Koenton, Alabama and to this union ten children were born. They moved to Lockport, Illinois in the early 1940’s.

Evangeline’s former employment was at the Joliet Arsenal Ammunition Plant in Elwood, Illinois. She also worked in housekeeping at the West Pine Hotel in Joliet, IL and various other jobs.

She was preceded in death by her parents; former husband, John B. “Tit” Mitchell; two sons, Robert Mitchell (killed in the Vietnam War) and Edward O’Neal Mitchell; three children in infancy; thirteen siblings; and son-in-law, L.C. Creal.

Evangeline leaves to cherish her loving memories: five children, her devoted daughter and caregiver, Bernice Barber, Elease “Sugar Baby” Creal, Samuel (Lorine) Mitchell, John (Shirley) Mitchell all of Joliet, Illinois, and Shirley Mitchell of Millry, Alabama; special niece, Dollie (Sam) Myers; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, great-great-greatgrandchildren and great-greatgreat-great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and her Church Family at Christian Faith Center Church.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 15, 2015, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 402 Singleton Pl., Joliet, IL, Pastor David G. Latimore. Home-going celebration at 6:00 PM, Apostle Jerry C. McElroy, officiating. Interment Wednesday, December 16, 2015, 10:00 AM at Elmhurst Cemetery, Joliet, IL.

DONNA MARIE PODEST Donna Marie Podest, age 56, of Wilton Center, passed away peacefully with family at her side after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, December 12, 2015, at Silver Cross Hospital.

Survived by her loving husband of 18 years, Brian; her children, Jack

(Kelly) McGreehin and Tyler Podest; two grandchildren, Jackie and Brooklyn McGreehin; three sisters, Sharon Pannicia, Nancy Valenta, and Jay Pinner; her mother-in-law, Dorothy Ogden; 6 sisters-in-law, 4 brothers-in-law and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Geraldine Wilkinson; two brothers, Harry and Ronny Wilkinson; and her father-in-law, Frank Podest.

Donna Marie was a “Lunch Lady” at Laraway School, where she enjoyed all the children. She had a very strong ethic and could outwork anybody, as a result, could be caught sleeping many hours at a time. She could be found volunteering for various charitable causes or at Sanctuary Church helping out in any way she could. Donna Marie had a deep faith; her love for her faith was contagious. She loved her family and she especially enjoyed her grandchildren.

Funeral service for Donna Marie Podest will be 10:30 A.M., Friday, December 18, 2015, from Forsythe Gould Funeral Home in procession to St. Paul United Church of Christ for formal church service at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Dan Hudson officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, December 17, 2015, from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, memorials in Donna’s name to Sanctuary Church would be most appreciated.

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

Bernard J. Prodehl in Joliet, he was a lifetime resident. A graduate with the Class of 1950 of Joliet Catholic High School. He served in the U.S. Navy Reserves.

He was the beloved father of Mary Jo (Peter) Hollingsworth of Chesterton, IN, Lori Jensen-Prodehl of Joliet and Donald J. (Carolyn) Prodehl of Arnold, MD; loving grandfather of Kelly (Ryan), Kathleen and Nicholas Hollingsworth, Kristin (Joe), Travis and Hunter Jensen and Jena and Andrew Prodehl; proud great grandfather of Tessa Rose; dear brother of Fr. Richard B. Prodehl; fond brotherin-law of Tom “Buddy” (Darlene) Larson. Several nieces and nephews also survive. He will also be missed

by Izzy, his “mooch”.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 51 years, Joan F. (nee Larson) Prodehl; and his parents.

Don retired several years ago after a lengthy, enjoyable career as a lithographer. He was a long-time parishioner of St. Patrick Catholic Church and had served as an usher for many of those years.

He will be remembered fondly by his family as a wonderful husband, father, brother and friend.

The Prodehl family would like to express their gratitude to the caregivers of “Duck” from Hospice, especially Sue, Margie and Marlene. Funeral Services for Donald A. Prodehl will be Thursday, December 10, 2015 at 9:15 a.m. from the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet to St. Patrick Catholic Church for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Fr. Richard B. Prodehl will officiate. Interment will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park.

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DONALD A. PRODEHL

MICHAEL L. SCHEIDT Born: Nov. 17, 1954 Died: December 5, 2015

Michael L. Scheidt, age 61, passed away suddenly on December 5, 2015. He was born in Joliet on November 17, 1954.

Michael is survived by his cherished daughter, Jennifer (Chris) Williams. He is the beloved son of Rose (nee Cunningham) and Charles Scheidt; loving brother of Russell, Gerald (Pat), Mark and Tim (Maribel) Scheidt; proud grandfather and uncle to many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Charles and Richard Scheidt.

Private cremation and services entrusted to Simplicity Funeral & Cremation Care.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.SimplicityCremationCare.com or for information, call 630-445-1439.

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Born: Dec. 3, 1932 Died: Dec. 10, 2015

Donald A. Prodehl “Duck”, age 83, passed away peacefully,Thursday, December 10, 2015 at home after a hard fought battle against cancer.

Born December 3, 1932 to the late Rose (nee Brinskelle) and

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Visitation Wednesday, from 3:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

For more information, call 815741-5500 or visit his Book of Memories at www.fredcdames.com.

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Robert Sutton age 69, of Lemont, passed away December 6, 2015. He was a graduate of Joliet Central High School and Lewis University.

Bob was an antique car enthusiast and was employed at Penske and Fox Valley Firestone until he retired 2 years ago.

Survived by his wife, Alma “Pat” Sutton; daughter, Diana Sutton; and Diana Subacius; grandson, Tomas Subacius; his sister, Joyce (Donald) Groneberg; two brothers-in-law, Paul (Karen) Elkins and Frank (Debbie) Elkins; a sister-in-law, Rose Mary (late Bill) Boatwright; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services Tuesday, December 15, 2015, at 10:30 a.m. at Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. 108 Illinois St., Lemont. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park, Joliet, IL. Visitation Monday from 3:00 until 8:00 p.m.

For information, 630-257-6363 or www.markiewiczfh.com.

DONALD G. ZELHART Donald Gene Zelhart, age 77, passed away Tuesday December 8, 2015 at Presence St Joseph Medical Center, with family by his side.

Donald is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Margaret Zelhart; children, Debbie (Rodger) Jones, Cathy (Mike) LeCuyer, David (Christine) Zelhart, Becky (Gary) Calisti; 16 grand children; 2 great-granddaughters; and a sister, Wanda (Cecil) Downs.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Golda (nee Hutsel) Zelhart.

Donald was a longtime member of Harvest New Beginnings Church in Oswego, IL. He was a man that loved the Lord.

Funeral services for Donald will be held Tuesday December 15, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Woodlawn Funeral Home in Joliet. Pastor Poling officiating. Internment Woodlawn Memorial Park IL. Family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday December 14th, 2015 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

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“I hope that people would agree that folks who are severely mentally ill and folks that are on a terrorist watch list ought not to be owning News from across the state weapons,” said Harris. “I think that just makes sense.”

AG Madigan supports Illinois already has laws that bill to allow recall of ban some mentally ill people and felons from owning guns.

Chicago mayor CHICAGO – Attorney General But Harris noted an October Lisa Madigan said she supports Sun-Times investigation found the law has done little to take a bill that would allow voters firearms from those people. to recall Chicago’s mayor. But Under current law, people that doesn’t mean she believes whose Firearm Owner’s IdenRahm Emanuel should leave tification cards have been reoffice. voked by the state must report Madigan told WBBM radio’s the disposition of their firearms “At Issue” she also thinks to police.

The Sun-Times report voters should have the power showed law enforcement to recall all Illinois elected agencies don’t typically check officials – herself included.

There have been regular calls whether they’re doing so.

Harris’ bill would require local for Emanuel to resign or be repolice to go to court and seek a called after the city last month warrant to search the person’s released squad car video home for any guns and their showing a white police officer FOID card if the person doesn’t shooting a black teen 16 times. comply with existing law.

But Emanuel has said he won’t Democratic Rep. Branstep down, and Chicago has no don Phelps of Harrisburg, a process for a recall election. supporter of gun rights who On Wednesday, Democratic helped draft Illinois’ current state Rep. LaShawn Ford introlaws, said he still needs to duced legislation that would review Harris’ plan.

But he said establish such a process. it’s important the legislation Madigan sought a Justice Denot intrude on the rights of partment investigation of the gun owners who comply with Chicago police department. regulations.

“I think Representative Harris Lawmaker offers bill may have great intentions to keep guns from on this, but I don’t want any mentally ill, felons law-abiding gun owners to get CHICAGO – An Illinois caught in trap,” Phelps said. lawmaker has introduced legislation aimed at ensuring New Illinois ag dangerous mentally ill people director wants to and anyone convicted of felohire more workers nies or domestic violence don’t SPRINGFIELD – The new have guns. director of the Illinois DepartThe bill submitted Friday by ment of Agriculture wants to Rep. Greg Harris, a Chicago hire more people after years of Democrat, also would ban peorepeated cuts to the agency. ple on the FBI’s terrorist watch Raymond Poe is a lifelong list from getting firearms, the farmer and a former state Chicago Sun-Times reported.

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representative from Springfield. He said people probably don’t realize how much the Department of Agriculture does because it is “essentially a regulatory agency.”

For example, workers with the department ensure gasoline pumps give customers the correct amount. Department inspectors also make sure meat and eggs sold in stores are sanitary.

Poe said about 800 people worked for the Department of Agriculture a decade ago, and that it’s now down to about 330 workers. He told the Springfield State Journal-Register the department needs more people.

“There’s some people doing three jobs, and we need to get them some help in here,” Poe said.

The Illinois Farm Bureau shares Poe’s opinion the department needs more workers. Kevin Semlow, the farm bureau’s director of state legislation, said the department has seen some of the heaviest general fund cuts in the past eight to 10 years.

“Department headcount is very lean right now,” Semlow said. “We’re very concerned that if we continue to see a lessening of staff, programs will become critically endangered and not have enough programs to ensure our foods are safe.”

The department is “doing a great job” for how much money is available, Poe said.

“We’re not unlike any other agency,” he said. “We need more.”

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Layoffs at U.S. Steel’s Granite City plant to begin Dec. 27

GRANITE CITY – Temporary layoffs at the U.S. Steel mill in Granite City are expected to

begin the week after Christmas.

The Belleville News-Democrat reported about 2,000 workers will begin to be laid off Dec. 27.

The company said it’s idling the southern Illinois mill because of market conditions such as imports, depressed steel prices and fluctuating oil prices. Most steel produced at the mill is shipped to a Texas plant that turns it into pipe for the oil and gas industry.

United Steelworkers Local 1899 President Dan Simmons said workers are disappointed not just by the shutdown, but by it occurring so close to the holidays.

Simmons said he expects the shutdown will last longer than the last time U.S. Steel idled the plant, from November 2008 to June 2009.

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SPRINGFIELD – Visitors to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum are getting the opportunity to help women and children at a Springfield women’s shelter this holiday season.

The museum has set up an “angel tree” to collect donations for Sojourn Shelter and Services.

Visitors can donate items listed on ornaments on the tree or bring in other supplies that would help the shelter. Those items include toilet paper, cleaning supplies, children’s games and books and slippers.

Sojourn Shelter and Services provides emergency housing for domestic violence victims, court advocacy, counseling and other services.

Donations are being accepted through Dec. 21.

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MILWAUKEE – A Wisconsin gun shop will pay $1 million to settle a lawsuit in which a jury found it negligently sold a gun used to injure two Milwaukee police officers, the store’s attorney said.

The settlement eliminates what was expected to be a yearslong appeal of an October verdict in which jurors awarded Officer Bryan Norberg and former Officer Graham Kunisch nearly $6 million.

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JESUP, Ga. – Those close to Shannon Johnson knew him to be fearless – whether he was moving across the country to pursue love, rescuing stray animals in the path of a wildfire, or trying to shield a co-worker from gunfire during the last moments of his life.

The 45-year-old health inspector from Los Angeles received a hero’s funeral Saturday in his home state of Georgia 10 days after the massacre in San Bernardino, California. Funerals also were held in Southern California for two other victims – Tin Nguyen, 31, and Isaac Amanios, 60.

One of Johnson’s colleagues wounded in the attack, Denise Peraza, said later that he wrapped an arm tightly around her as bullets went flying and assured her: “I got you.”

Those would be his last words.

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Historic pact to slow global warming is celebrated in Paris The ASSOCIATED PRESS LE BOURGET, France – Nearly 200 nations adopted the first global pact to fight climate change on Saturday, calling on the world to collectively cut and then eliminate greenhouse gas pollution but imposing no sanctions on countries that don’t.

The “Paris agreement” aims to keep global temperatures from rising another degree Celsius (1.8 Fahrenheit) between now and 2100, a key demand of poor countries ravaged by rising sea levels and other effects of climate change.

Loud applause erupted in the conference hall after French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius gaveled the agreement. Some delegates wept, others embraced.

“It’s a victory for all of the planet and for future generations,” U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said, adding that the pact will “prevent the worst most devastating consequences of climate change from ever happening.”

Brazilian Environment Minister Izabella Teixeira added: “Today, we’ve proven that it’s possible for every country to come together, hand in hand, to do its part to fight climate change.”

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French President Francois Hollande (left), French foreign minister Laurent Fabius (center) and United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon applaud Saturday at the COP21, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, in Le Bourget, north of Paris. Fabius said a “final” draft of a global climate pact would be legally binding. formation of how people get energy, and many activists worry that despite the pledges, countries are not ready to make such profound, costly changes.

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But those pledges are not enough to achieve the goals in the accord, meaning countries will need to cut much more to meet the goal.

“We’ve agreed to what we ought to be doing, but no one yet has agreed to go do it,” said Dennis Clare, a negotiator for the Federated States of Micronesia. “It’s a whole lot of pomp, given the circumstances.”

The agreement sets a goal of getting global greenhouse gas emissions to start falling “as soon as possible”; they generally have been rising since the industrial revolution.

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Continued from page 11 “Everybody wins in this one,” said Samir Chaudhari, Indian Trail teacher.

Chaudhari was one of several teachers who scored several points in the game. D’Rico Day, a JFK math teacher, was another one who made

several shots.

“It’s all good fun. It’s for charity,” Day said.

School officials hoped to raise enough money to sponsor at least two students per school. Tickets were $4 at the door, and donations were encouraged.

Raffles and auctions also were held at the game for prizes that included Chicago

Blackhawks and Bulls tickets.

Plainfield Police Sgt. Kevin McQuaid said more than $12,000 was raised Friday and more was coming.

He said the basketball game is always fun to play.

“Unfortunately, we continue to get older and the teachers continue to get younger.

It was fun and it’s for a good cause,” McQuaid said.

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Her letter of resignation said she is “upset to leave under hostile circumstances” and that she does “not want my departure to negatively impact Dr. Shaw and/or the District Office.”

District 54’s next board meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. Monday. In the action items portion of the agenda, there is a motion to approve a contract with Illinois Association of School Boards for $7,400 to conduct a superintendent search.

There also is a motion to approve the resignation of Petty, a motion to approve a separation agreement with Shaw and a motion to approve an interim superintendent agreement with Al Gegenheimer, who retired in June as superintendent of

Minooka Community Consolidated School District 201.

District 54 School Board President Jerry White said there is no comment on the separation agreement with Shaw, but a news release will be issued after Monday night’s meeting.

The third item on the agenda includes a motion to adjourn to closed session for “hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee of the public body or against legal counsel of the public body to determine its validity.”

Gegenheimer said Saturday he was contacted by the board and asked to attend Monday night’s meeting.

“I’m glad to help,” he said.

“I’ve helped other districts and I’m happy to work with District 54.”

Shaw said Saturday she is uncertain whether she will attend Monday night’s meeting but is confident with Gegenheimer’s ability to act as interim superintendent.

Plainfield police sergeant Kevin McQuaid and John F. Kennedy Middle School principal A.J. Handle draw raffle tickets during half time of a charity basketball game Friday between the Plainfield Police Department and staff from John F. Kennedy and Indian Trails middle schools.

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Saudi women vote for the first time

By AYA BATRAWY The Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – Women across Saudi Arabia marked a historic milestone on Saturday, both voting and running as candidates in government elections for the first time, but just outside polling stations they waited for male drivers – a reminder of the limitations still firmly in place.

The landmark election for local council seats was not expected to immediately advance the status of women in Saudi Arabia, who are still not permitted to drive, but it seen as a chance for them to make their voices heard as citizens.

“We are making history. I just made history,” said candidate Karima Bokhary, 50, after casting her ballot at a polling station in the capital Riyadh.

Bokhary was one of 979 women candidates vying for a seat on the country’s mu-

nicipal councils, the only government body in which Saudi citizens can elect their representatives. An additional 5,968 male candidates were running in the election. There is no quota on the number of female council members.

Results were expected to be reported Sunday.

More than 130,000 women registered to vote, compared to 1.35 million men. The General Election Commission estimated there are at least 5 million eligible voters out of a population of 20 million, but the figure could be much higher.

At a polling center in Riyadh, Shara Al-Qahtani, a 50-year-old mother of eight, wearing a loose black dress known as an abaya that all women must wear in public and a traditional veil covering her face and hair, said women being allowed to vote “is good for people and good for society. ... Women are partners of men.”

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IBM not growing, but Southern Co. is Dear Mr. Berko: Two years ago, I bought 300 shares of IBM at $211; it’s trading at $139 now, and I’m $21,600 behind the eight ball. What do you think? Should I hold or sell? And what do you think of Southern Co. now that it has bought AGL Resources?

I own 1,350 shares, which I bought in 2001 at $28. – JL, Jonesboro, Ark. Dear JL: IBM was founded

in 1910 as Computing-Tabulating-Recording Co. It manufactured and sold commercial scales, industrial time recorders, meat and cheese slicers, tabulators and punch cards.

In 1924, Thomas Watson Sr. changed its name to International Business Machines (IBM-$139). Fondly called Big Blue, IBM began to lose its growth cachet about 17 years ago, and the company’s legacy operations haven’t fared well during the past 15 years. Virginia Rometty, who became CEO in 2012, has been engaged in a failed multiyear effort to have IBM reinvent itself. “But tell me,” said pro-

TAKING STOCK Malcolm Berko fessor O. Leo Leahy, Ph.D., from Kokomo, “how does one ‘reinvent’ an $83 billion-revenue company?” Perhaps Tim Cook should have remained at IBM. During the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s, IBM traded authoritatively between 25 and 30 times earnings; however, in the past 12 years, the price-earnings ratio has fallen by half. For at least a decade, previous management has successfully resisted the urge to grow its revenues. Instead, management tried massive layoffs, lowered research spending, cut sales commissions and reduced employee benefits before moving half its workforce overseas where labor costs are lower. It helped, but just a little bit.

Then management eliminated most of its non-core products, culled its heretofore

bulletproof executive suite and instituted multi-billion-dollar share buybacks.

As a result, IBM’s dividend in the past dozen years has increased eightfold as revenues have ignominiously declined.

The dividend, now $5.20 and yielding 3.7 percent, has increased every year since 1996. So IBM has become a dividend growth stock rather than a principal growth stock.

Revenues of $83 billion this year are lower than those two decades ago, though net profit margins have zoomed to 17 percent from 9.1 percent in 1996. Today competitors are eating IBM’s lunch, and Big Blue isn’t the admired, classy and unstoppable behemoth it used to be. The revenue consensus for 2016 is $82.5 billion, and the dividend is likely to increase to $5.50 next year on improving net profit margins.

Unless IBM becomes a takeover candidate, it won’t return to your $211 purchase price, which was 72 points ago. A friend of mine, corporate profiler Graciela Lupin-

Grand opening for International Transload Logistics at CenterPoint The HERALD–NEWS JOLIET – International Transload Logistics Inc. recently began operating out of a 303,061-square-foot facility in the CenterPoint Intermodal Center in Joliet after moving from a building in Elwood.

“CenterPoint was truly able to accommodate our business needs and we are excited about the space and connectivity our new building offers,” John Roetter, one of the founders of ITL, said in a news release. “This building is foundational for our long-term growth.”

Previously a tenant in Elwood, ITL moved to the Joliet intermodal to accommo-

date increased business and operations.

The company announced the move in June. While ITL was on the lookout for more space, the closure of the controversial Walter Strawn Drive crossing in Elwood and the uncertainty behind Will County’s temporary allowance of overweight permits for Arsenal Road were major factors in the move, Roetter said in June.

International Transload specializes in domestic and international logistics and full service warehousing and has been a CenterPoint tenant since 2010.

The building is less than one mile from the Union Pacific Joliet Intermodal Ter-

minal and is in close proximity to the BNSF Logistics Park Chicago and immediate access to Interstates 55 and 80.

The building is part of a 485,476-square-foot facility and includes 42 dock doors, 97 truck parking positions, and dual access to CIC-Joliet’s private road, according to the news release.

“CenterPoint is pleased to continue our relationship with ITL and provide them with a strategically located facility,” said Brian McKiernan, senior vice president of development at CenterPoint Properties. “This is a great move that will help ITL expand and grow its operations.”

sky, sourly notes that though Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway owns 79 million shares, only two open-end mutual fund families think highly enough of IBM to own the stock. Graciela believes that IBM shares won’t change much in the coming couple of years. She recommends selling your 300 shares now and registering a $21,600 loss.

You could repurchase them 31 days later if you prefer dividend growth.

Southern Co. (SO-$45), which you bought 14 years ago, has increased its dividend by pennies every year since then. And because of its recent purchase of AGL Resources – a $4.5 billion-revenue, 6.5 million-customer natural gas utility – SO has become the second-largest utility in the U.S. I like SO, especially the business-friendly franchise area in which it operates.

Business investment continues to move to the southeastern part of the country, which bodes well

for the economy, as well as SO’s revenues and income.

I believe that the $12 billion buyout of AGL will prove to be an impressive success and that the synergy will add 55 to 70 basis points to SO’s net profit margins. SO’s current $2.17 dividend produces a swell 4.8 percent yield, and the dividend, aided by the AGL acquisition, should grow more robustly in the future than it has in the past.

Wall Street believes that SO will earn $3.10 a share next year and then pay a $2.30 dividend, and based on today’s share price, that would be a 5.2 percent yield. The AGL acquisition is expected to increase SO’s prospects soundly enough that 14 of the Street’s utility analysts believe that SO will move back up to the low $50s, where it traded earlier this year.

• Please address your financial questions to Malcolm Berko, P.O. Box 8303, Largo, FL 33775, or email him at mjberko@yahoo.com.

BUSINESS BRIEF Local residents named to aging advisory council

On Dec. 8, Tania Schwer of Morris was appointed to the Advisory Council of the Northeastern Illinois Agency on Aging as a Grundy County representative.

Schwer will serve the remainder of an unexpired term, and will then be eligible for a full threeyear term.

At the same meeting, Stan Hewitson and Rufus Stephens, both of Shorewood, were appointed to the council as representatives of Will County. They will serve the rest of unexpired terms, and will then be eligible for full three-year terms.

Schwer is the director of senior programs at the Grundy County Health Department. She is active in a variety of civic and professional organizations, including the Illinois Council of

Case Coordination Units, Women in Business, and the American Public Health Association.

Hewitson is retired after a career in human resources. He is active in a variety of civic organizations, including the AARP Driver Safety program and the Good Samaritan Society.

Stephens, the associate pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, is also retired from a general position in food service, including several years in nutrition programs for seniors.

The Northeastern Illinois Area Agency on Aging is a nonprofit organization responsible for developing and coordinating a network of services for older persons throughout an eight-county area in northeastern Illinois. To learn more, visit www.ageguide.org.

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After court loss, IPI levels false attacks On Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015, a column appeared on the Opinion page of The Herald-News entitled “Political sweetheart deals are questionable” – written by the Illinois Policy Institute’s Scott Reeder. Mr. Reeder bills himself as a “journalist” for IPI – an anti-union policy organization that has received significant funding from Gov. Bruce Rauner himself. He is not a journalist.

Reeder makes numerous unfounded attacks on a contract that provides health insurance to some 5,250 home health care workers across the state of Illinois. The central claim in his piece is that taxpayers are being compelled to contribute to a union health care fund from which many people are not actually collecting benefits.

Nothing could be further from the truth.

Under the contract, which Mr. Reeder obviously did not bother to read or willfully chose to distort, the state contributes funding to a small portion – approximately 20 percent – of home health care workers who work full time or close to full time, with a specific numerical cap of 5,250 workers covered under the program. To be clear, that’s out of approximately 25,000 such workers statewide.

Under a different contract, all 25,000 workers might qualify for the program, which provides lifesaving health care to relatively low-wage workers in an industry with an incredibly high rate of turnover. But the contract stipulates that the state fund will cover only up to a maximum of 5,250 workers.

Here’s where the sleight of hand

by Mr. Reeder begins. The state’s preferred method of accounting is to add the amount necessary to provide health insurance to these 5,250 individuals to the hourly rate that all 25,000 home health care workers are paid, as opposed to paying a lump sum per individual who is covered by the program.

Because of this accounting method, it may appear to those who

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GUEST VIEW James Muhammad don’t understand the contract – or are seeking to deceive an audience for partisan political purposes – that everyone is being charged for health insurance. Indeed, Reeder concludes by noting, “At least on the surface, it would appear the contract has the state paying 80 percent more than it should.”

And in fact, if one were willfully trying to distort the truth to smear organized labor, as it is apparent that Mr. Reeder and the Illinois Policy Institute want to do, it could be made to appear that way in print – as Mr. Reeder convinced a number of media outlets to allow him to do in his column.

Independently, the widely-respected Illinois political reporter and author of the blog Capitol Fax, Rich Miller, took a closer look at Mr. Reeder’s claims and found them to be entirely without merit.

Unfortunately, these attacks against our workers by Gov. Rauner and IPI are not isolated incidents, nor is their timing a mere coincidence. A St. Clair County judge recently ruled that Rauner was illegally denying $13 million in payments for these workers’ health insurance and issued an order requiring immediate payment.

And despite his efforts to appear to be negotiating in good faith with state workers, Rauner continues privately to attack these very health benefits at the bargaining table.

Columns like Mr. Reeder’s only seek to supplement those attacks in public. It should be no surprise at this point that Illinoisans distrust this governor and his agenda, which is having devastating effects on working families.

• James Muhammad is the vice president of the Service Employees International Union for Illinois.

Donald Trump is harmful to our American society GOP front-runner Donald Trump reminds me of Lucy, the character in Charles Schulz’s beloved comic strip “Peanuts.” In one strip, Lucy is trying to alarm a happy Snoopy, loudly yelling “Floods, fires and famine! Death, doom and destruction!”

Despite rumors of wars and earthquakes and floods, it’s not all doom and gloom. Love still exists and dominates our behavior. Hyperbolizing our fears is Trump’s chosen campaign trademark – and one that packs the potential for causing great harm.

The Paris attacks and mass shootings in the United States, especially in San Bernardino, have stirred 9/11 memories in our collective national consciousness, fears which Trump has been almost gleeful to exploit, predicting many more World Trade Tower collapses.

Now Trump has given American voters a chance to see what he’d be like in foreign affairs. This week, he exported to the rest of the world his domestic politics of fear, division and polarization. People are scared.

Trump wants no show of American courage, but rather desires us to be even more frightened.

VIEWS Donna Brazile To that end, Trump proposed “a total and complete shutdown of Muslims entering the United States.” He announced it by referring to himself in the third person, enlisting his middle initial: “Donald J. Trump calls for ...” as if it were a biblical decree.

It’s not the domestic reaction, but the turmoil Trump has caused among our allies, the cheer he gave our enemies and the havoc he wreaked on U.S. security and foreign policy that should concern all of us.

You would think, as many Americans surely believe, that in such a chaotic, unpredictable and dangerous world, we would be keen on keeping the friends we have. But Trump managed to alienate two of our strongest allies, the United Kingdom and Israel, with one campaign trail statement.

Trump already had lit a bonfire in London by falsely declaring that there

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Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Pam Heavens

Executive Director of the Will-Grundy Center for Independent Living

Houbolt Bridge proposal a bad idea

To The Editor: This is in response to Nicholas Varman’s Houbolt Bridge letter in the Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015, edition of The Herald-News. The Houbolt River Bridge is a bad idea. If the trucks were breaking the railroad gates in Elwood, the same will happen at the railroad crossing on Houbolt Road.

Has any department done a traffic study or environmental study? There are a lot of school buses that back up southbound on Houbolt Road trying to get on Interstate 80 when schools get out, not excluding Joliet Junior College and all the other traffic that is associated with numerous businesses in that area.

Relocating truck traffic is not a privilege over safety. That intersection, Interstate 80 and Houbolt Road, was never made to handle more truck traffic. Why isn’t Larkin Avenue ever considered? It’s four lanes and has an eight-lane clover leaf system at Interstate 80 and Larkin – the infrastructure is already in place.

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is happening in the Joliet area. He is distributing fire detectors to people who cannot afford them. If you listen to the City Council meetings, he usually is able to speak knowledgeably on the topic.

So he has done his homework. It would be nice if other elected officials were as informative. He signed the letters, but I did not see “vote for me” included.

We finally have someone who is interactive after being elected instead of people you only see or hear from prior to the next election.

Channahon

Patricia Owen

More education needed when talking about HIV/AIDS

Market Joliet as ‘diamond’ it is

To the Editor: While I’m sorry to hear of Charlie Sheen’s HIV status (not because he’s a celebrity but because he’s a human being), I must say I have mixed feelings about how it was handled with him telling his status.

While it’s important to give those with this diagnosis hope as well as fight the stigma, and fears, associated with HIV/ AIDS, there might have been a false sense of security given with talks about it. Some who have talked about it make it sound like a small cold in the sense it will, in most cases, get out of the system.

But the fact is that while some people with HIV live longer today with meds and treatment, they still have it and it’s still fatal, spreadable and has no cure. While Sheen claims not to have spread it, which we hope is the case, he could have.

So while giving hope, they should explain everything about this disease.

Nick Trevson Joliet

McFarland does good work for community

To the Editor: I have to ask the same question as Cathy Block did in her letter, “Why is McFarland being targeted?” that was in the Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015, edition of The Herald-News. Why is McFarland being targeted?

This seems like a lot of wasted time and money. As I understand it he has reimbursed the city, so whats the beef? I received the three letters and I saw them helpful in learning what is going on. The letters did bring a good size crowd to our community meeting to discuss the cell tower. I did not see these as campaign material.

He has frequently come to our community meeting to talk about what

Joliet

To the Editor: It brings me great pride to see the recent economic investments inside the city of Joliet creating much needed jobs. Mars, Amazon, IKEA, and Cadence Premier Logistics, among more, see the great opportunity Joliet offers. A diverse population of 150,000, the largest city in Will County, easy access off two major highways, and close proximity to the city of Chicago are golden for business. What we need to do is market that message that Joliet is open for business.

On the far westside on the intersection of Theodore and Route 59 is a great place to market to high-end retailers and restaurants creating a luxury district. This will bring upscale options into our city for our residents, a further incentive for families with money to move into Joliet, and will bring more visitors.

Hennepin Drive is a great street in front of the mall to open anything. I really like Mary Beth Gannon’s idea of a Children’s Museum and feel this would be a perfect location.

On Woodruff Road there is a lot of empty land near the railroad tracks that is just begging to be developed. The Forest Park neighborhood deserves their basic needs met and a laundromat, gas station, and grocery store are much needed.

Citywide, it’s important to take a good hard look at what we have and what we need. We need jobs and businesses to continue coming and staying in Joliet. We need to market our city as the diamond it is. The new economic development director should be someone familiar with Joliet, have a vision, a background in marketing, willing to work hard, take suggestions from the public, and willing to work with the city manager, mayor and council to help make Joliet the best city it can be.

Angel Guzman Joliet

Brits, Israelis 35 condemn ‘ban Muslims’ idea • BRAZILE

Continued from page 34 were Muslim sections of London where the police were afraid to go. That prompted London’s Metropolitan Police Force to issue a rare statement: “We would not normally dignify such comments, [however] it’s important to state to Londoners that Mr. Trump could not be more wrong.”

The British themselves took immediate offense to Trump’s “ban all Muslims” decree. More than 300,000 people signed a petition citing Trump’s “unacceptable behavior” in asking the British Parliament to ban Trump from entry into that country. Parliament must consider such petitions for debate if they gather 100,000 signatures, which it did in just a few hours.

Britain has banned others under a law to prevent entry to those who could provoke violence. Through his spokesman, Prime Minister David Cameron said that Trump’s ban was “divisive, unhelpful and quite simply wrong.”

In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s spokesman likewise rejected Trump’s words, saying, “Israel respects all religions.”

Trump’s “ban” on Muslims and a proposed trip to Israel that had, for a time, included a Trump provocation that he was “strongly considering” a visit to the Temple Mount, caused a Knesset member to warn that Trump was publicity-seeking at “the holiest place in the world for Muslims.”

There are 1.3 billion Muslims in the world, and only the most minuscule number pose any sort of threat. Seventeen men carried out 9/11; 10 were involved in the Paris attacks; two undertook the San Bernardino shootings. ISIS has an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 militia. But Trump’s proposal has the potential of offending those 1.3 billion Muslims whom we count on as allies in the fight against terrorists of all stripes.

• Donna Brazile is a senior Democratic strategist, a political commentator and contributor to CNN, ABC News, Ms. Magazine and O, the Oprah Magazine.

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To the Editor: On Dec. 7, Gov. Bruce Rauner signed legislation that allows lottery winners to collect their winnings. Those fortunate citizens will enjoy additional money during the holiday season. Additional funds have also been released to various segments of the state. Yet the most important sector of our state remains waiting: human services.

No one is immune from either receiving assistance from human service providers, working at such an entity, or volunteering at one. From prenatal care to disability to senior citizens to after-school programs, everyone is somehow affected. However, many of these providers, including the Will-Grundy Center for Independent Living, have not received state funds since July 1. Some have instituted furlough days, reduced hours or closed their doors because the governor and General Assembly will not agree on a state budget.

This inaction is shameful.

We hear one political party blaming the other, which is pointless. Perhaps the governor and General Assembly should lock themselves in the capitol and not come out until a budget is passed. Human service providers should not have to resort to buying lottery tickets on the oft chance that they will win.

Better yet, why won’t our elected officials put their foot down and quit giving in to the intermodals and tell them they must use South Arsenal Road to Interstate 55 for entering and exiting the intermodals – period. With all the tax incentives that were given to the intermodals, I think they can afford to drive a few extra miles out of their way and make the people in our community a little safer. It is all about safety, not what is the fastest way to get there or the most convenient way.

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HERALD-NEWS OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: GABE MONTALVO

Patience, toughness create special back

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EW LENOX – At the beginning of the 2014 high school football season, Lincoln-Way West’s Gabe Montalvo was a defensive back first and foremost.

He would get his opportunities to carry the ball at tailback, but in a time-share arrangement that included Adam Knerr.

However, Knerr suffered an injury along the way. Montalvo stepped in and never looked back. He finished his junior season with well over 1,000 rushing yards.

An outstanding baseball player, Knerr decided in the offseason to leave football and concentrate on preparing for his senior season on the diamond. Montalvo was left to carry the load, albeit behind one of the best offensive lines in Illinois.

To say he was successful in that endeavor ranks as an all-time understatement.

Montalvo rushed for 2,494 yards this fall, leading the Warriors (11-3) to their first appearance in a state championship game. They fell to Nazareth, 42-21, to finish second in Class 5A, but that result did not tarnish what Montalvo and his teammates accomplished.

For all of that, the 5-foot-10, 185-pound senior is recognized as the Offensive Player of the Year on the Herald-News All-Area Football Team. He beat a cast of contenders for the honor that included Joliet Catholic running back Michael Johnson, Lincoln-Way East quarterback Brandon Bauer, Plainfield North receiver Zach Jarosz and at least a half-dozen Division I offensive linemen.

“I was mainly a second-string back until last year,” Montalvo said. “Adam Knerr was the starter for a few games last year and then got injured. I was starting on defense. I played a little safety against Sycamore [Week 1] this year, but that was it.”

“Adam and Gabe both were playing running back last year,” West coach Dave Ernst noted. “Gabe was a safety and nickel back on defense, too.

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Lincoln-Way West’s Gabe Montalvo is tackled during the first half of a Class 5A semifinal Nov. 21 against Champaign Central in Champaign. West defeated Central, 42-14, to advance the state championship.

But when Adam quit, that’s the last time Gabe played defense. We needed him to carry the ball.

“The thing about Gabe that people maybe don’t realize is he may be a better defensive player than offensive player.

He is that good on defense.”

Montalvo is a good wrestler and brings that mentality to the football field. His yards after contact this season were plentiful.

“Yards after contact?

That’s just the way I play football,” Montalvo said matter of factly.

He said he was timed at “4.5-something” in the 40, but that was some time ago. He feels he is faster now.

Yet, there was more at work than strength, speed and determination.

“Gabe’s football IQ is tremendous,” Ernst said. “He anticipates what is going to happen, how we block things.

“Yes, he also has a burst,

and he’s tough. He runs through people. He’s a wrestler. Those wrestlers are tough guys.”

Montalvo averaged 178.1 yards a game, 7.4 a carry.

Despite 24 carries a game, he never seemed to tire.

That’s partially because of the asset Ernst mentioned, the way he learned how to use his blocks.

“Patience is probably one of my best things,” Montalvo said. “The coaches say I’m good at waiting for my blocks, and we have an awesome line.

I’m glad I was able to run behind them my whole career.

“I was more experienced this year with knowing what blocking is where and where people would be. My job actually was easier compared to the line and the wide receivers blocking in the secondary like they did.”

Although West came up short in the state championship game, Montalvo main-

tained his pace. He finished with 220 yards in 28 carries and scored the 39th, 40th and 41st touchdowns of this memorable season.

He led the Joliet area in rushing yardage and scoring by a wide margin. Yet he would have traded any of the individual accomplishments for a victory in the final game.

“We’re proud we made it to state,” Montalvo said. “Our coach told us in the summer that he thought we were the best team to come through West.”

With Montalvo reading the blocks of tackles Justin Witt (North Carolina State) and Nate Henry, guards Bryan Brokop (Nebraska) and Brett Bergman and center Jason Lucinski, Ernst’s assessment of the Warriors’ potential was on solid ground.

“It’s just too bad Gabe is the last Montalvo we will have,” the coach said.

Javier Montalvo, Gabe’s

brother, starred at running back for the Warriors a couple of seasons ago.

A college decision is up next for Gabe. Not much interest was coming his way during the season – “there aren’t many 5-10, 185-pound running backs out there,” he said – but things could pick up soon.

Montalvo mentioned Davenport University, an NAIA school in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where former Warriors Jake Zola and Nick Trolian play their college football, as a possibility.

“I’m just not sure yet,” he said.

Meanwhile, there’s wrestling. Although he humbly says, “I haven’t done anything special yet in wrestling,” there is no denying the winter sport helped make him the tough kid that he is, the running back that he is, the Herald-News Offensive Player of the Year.

HERALD-NEWS DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: TUF BORLAND

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OLINGBROOK – The name works.

Tuf. Of course, tough is one of many adjectives that help describe why Bolingbrook senior Tuf Borland is one of the highest rated linebacker recruits in the Midwest.

High football IQ. Relentless. Fast. Strong. Aggressive.

One-man wrecking crew. Put it all together, and you have the Defensive Player of the Year on the Herald-News All-Area Football Team.

The 6-foot-2, 225-pound Borland, a four-year varsity starter, next will be seen wearing the scarlet and gray of Ohio State on Saturdays. The Buckeyes won the battle for his services when he committed to the program April 18.

In fact, he is graduating from Bolingbrook this month and will begin taking classes – he plans to study kineseology – in January at Ohio State. That will afford him the opportunity to participate in spring football practice.

The choice of Ohio State came as a bit of a surprise.

Borland’s dad, Kyle, was a linebacker at Wisconsin from 1979 through 1982, and the assumption was Tuf would follow in his footsteps. The Badgers indeed were a finalist, but he went with what he felt was best for him.

“My dad has ties to Wisconsin, of course, so it was a tough decision,” Borland said. “But I felt Ohio State was the best for me.”

Borland said he always felt he would play in the Big Ten. “I’ve always been a Big Ten guy,” he said. “I visited Missouri once to get a feel for what else is out there. I pretty much visited all the Big Ten schools except Minnesota and Nebraska and the East Coast schools.”

Borland’s role this season at Bolingbrook expanded. The Raiders, who featured several seniors in 2014 who would play on the Division I level, had only three returning starters for 2015. Borland played alongside many of his classmates for the first time, and he was

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Bolingbrook’s Tuf Borland is The Herald-News defensive Player of the Year. called on to be more of a leader.

“Last season, we had the Huffs and Micah [Dew-Treadway] and guys like that,” he said. “This year, I helped guide these guys as much as possible.

I played with a lot of those guys who are older than me for a long time, but I never played with these guys before. They’re good players. We never lost confidence during the season.”

Although Borland’s numbers were out of sight – 153 total tackles, including 103 solo with 11 for loss – the season was an up-and-down ride for the Raiders (5-5). But they finished strong. They shocked highly ranked Homewood-Flossmoor in Week 9 to qualify for the playoffs and gave another Class 8A heavyweight, Naperville Central, all it wanted in the opening round.

“I’ve had a good time at Bolingbrook, had good coaches and played with good players,” Borland said. “I can’t thank the coaches and everyone enough

for helping me with my development.

“I feel my speed has progressed a lot, and my leadership. Obviously, we would have liked to go further in the playoffs, but that didn’t happen.”

Borland was an eighth-grader in 2011 when the Raiders won the 8A state championship.

“My sister was in school here, and I came to a few practices that year to watch,” he said. “I knew some of the guys on that team.”

From the time Borland enrolled at Bolingbrook, he and the Raiders’ coaches knew he was ready for varsity football. He also was a very good basketball and baseball player for two years before deciding it was important to concentrate on football full-time.

“Basketball helped me with agility and conditioning and baseball helped me more mentally,” Borland said. “A good baseball player might be

successful three times out of 10. To be able to move on mentally from failing that often is huge.”

Borland was an outside linebacker his first two years and an inside linebacker the last two seasons.

“It was not that big of a transition to go from outside to inside,” Borland said. “The weak side and inside here are pretty much interchangeable.

“Scheme-wise at Ohio State, I’ll play the Mike or Will. I basically played the same spots here, but there will be different terminology and things of that sort.”

Regardless of where the Buckeyes employ his services, Borland will be up to the challenge mentally. Bolingbrook coach John Ivlow, who played at Colorado State and spent some time in the NFL, has said Borland’s football IQ is as high as any player he has been around. He said Borland has a sixth sense where to be on the field.

“There are not many like Tuf that ever come along,” Ivlow said.

Borland is the type of player you might expect to see in one of the high school All-America games that are played in early January, but that was not his thing.

“I didn’t attend any of the All-America camps where they usually draw the players from for the All-America games,” he said. “I wanted to focus on myself, focus on improving myself with my training.”

At 225 pounds, Borland said the Ohio State coaches have told him he is coming in at the perfect weight. He also is prepared for the classroom grind.

“I have 4.0 average in four years here,” he said.

“My parents are big on that.

They’re always pushing me to do better.”

He’s always pushing himself as well, in the classroom and on the field. That’s why Ohio State and so many other big-time programs wanted him.

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HERALD-NEWS ALL-AREA FOOTBALL FIRST TEAM KEN AGUIRRE Joliet Catholic, DL, 6-3, 280, Sr. Credentials: All-East Suburban Catholic ... Made 44 tackles, including 21 solo stops ... Broke up 11 passes ... Had six sacks and 24 quarterback hurries ... Forced a fumble and recovered one ...

Blocked four punts and one field goal attempt ... Thrived on pursuing plays until the whistle blew ...

Committed to Western Michigan.

Coach Dan Sharp: “Kenny got double-teamed and still made plays. He had the four blocked punts, and he could chase things down.”

BRANDON BAUER Lincoln-Way East, QB, 5-10, 180, Sr. Credentials: All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Runner-up for SWS Blue Offensive Player of the Year ... Finalist for Herald-News Offensive Player of the Year ... Academic All-State ... Completed 131 of 206 passes, 63.6 percent, for 1,700 yards and 12 touchdowns ... Rushed for 617 yards, a 5.1 average, and nine TDs. Coach Rob Zvonar: “Brandon was one of the top dual threats in the Chicago area in 2015.”

MEEKAH BEN-ISREAL Joliet West, LB, 6-1, 240, Sr. Credentials: All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Averaged 11 total tackles and seven solo stops a game ... Had a sack, six tackles for loss and forced a fumble ... Outstanding wrestler.

Coach Jason Aubry: “Meekah is a beast. He is strong, fast, he covers the field and has long arms. He also has a 3.8 GPA, and he’s a great kid. He’s a remarkable individual.”

TUF BORLAND Bolingbrook, LB, 6-2, 225, Sr. Credentials: SouthWest Suburban Blue Defensive Player of the Year ... Herald-News Defensive Player of the Year ... Rated one of the top linebacker recruits in the Midwest ... Will play at Ohio State

... Graduating in mid-term and will begin classes at Ohio State in January ... Four-year varsity starter ....

Led area with 153 tackles, including 103 solo stops, in 10 games ...

Had 11 tackles for loss, a sack, an interception, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery ... Contributed at tight end, blocking and catching seven passes for 76 yards and three touchdowns.

Coach John Ivlow: “There are not many like Tuf that ever come along.”

BRYAN BROKOP Lincoln-Way West, OL, 6-5, 280, Sr. Credentials: Joined fellow Division I recruit Justin Witt to give the Warriors an enviable right side of the offensive line ...

Helped lead the way for Gabe Montalvo’s 2,494 rushing yards ... IHSFCA Class 5A All-State ...

All-SouthWest Suburban Red ...

Committed to Nebraska.

Coach Dave Ernst: “To have two legitimate Division I linemen – and maybe a third [junior Nate Henry] – is very unusual. Both Bryan and Justin have over 20 Division I offers. Bryan over the last few weeks played the best football since he has been here.

He was battling some injuries, but when he was relatively injury free, it showed in how he played.”

All-State ... Two-time All-Southwest Suburban Blue ... Runner-up for SWS Blue Defensive Player of the Year behind Bolingbrook’s Tuf Borland ... Finalist for Herald-News Defensive Player of the Year ... Academic All-State with 5.04 GPA and 31 ACT ... Made 51 tackles, 13 for loss, with 23 hurries and seven sacks.

Coach Rob Zvonar: “Ben is an Ivy League recruit. He deserves to be in the conversation with the all-time best linemen that have come through Lincoln-Way East.

He has impeccable leadership and character and is equally impressive in the classroom.”

BRYAN DITCHMAN Lincoln-Way Central, OL/DL, 6-3, 300, Sr. Credentials: All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Weighs 100 pounds more than his brother Brett, who is starring at linebacker for University of St. Francis ... Has a full scholarship to NCAA Division I Florida International ... Played both ways and made 19 tackles with five for loss ... Excellent wrestler.

Coach Jeremy Cordell: “Bryan was a dominant force in the trenches.”

JD EKOWA Plainfield North, QB, 6-0, 210, Sr. MATT CHMIELEWSKI Lockport, OL, 6-3, 310, Sr. Credentials: All-Southwest Credentials: All-SouthWest Subur- Prairie ... Threeban Blue ... Three-year starter ... Has year starter ... several Division I Passed for 1,765 offers from Footyards and 17 ball Championship touchdowns ...

Series schools and Averaged almost has committed to 16 yards a comSouthern Illinois ... pletion ... Rushed Key to Lockport’s for 385 yards, a 4.7 average, and tailbacks rushing eight touchdowns. for more than 1,000 yards in nine Coach Tim Kane: “JD was a games. great leader in our program. His Coach Dan Starkey: “Matt numbers speak for themselves consistently graded out at a in terms of how much he led our championship level, leading our offense. He set numerous school offensive players each week. He is records for passing yardage and TDs.” a physical presence.”

BEN CHRISTIANSEN Lincoln-Way East, DL, 6-3, 220, Sr. Credentials: IHSFCA Class 7A

JEREMY FEJEDELEM Lemont, WR/DB, 5-11, 185, Sr. Credentials: IHSFCA Class 6A All-State ... One of the top two-

way players in the area ... Caught 39 passes for 790 yards, a 20.3 average, and 11 touchdowns ...

Made 75 tackles, including 51 solo ... Had eight tackles for loss ...

Intercepted five passes ... Committed to Air Force Academy.

Coach Bret Kooi: “Without a doubt, Jeremy was the best playmaker on the field for us as well as any of the opponents we played.”

CAMERON GAVIN Lincoln-Way West, DB, 6-3, 175, Sr. Credentials: All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Averaged nearly four total tackles and about two solo stops a game ... Intercepted three passes and returned them for a total of 74 yards and one touchdown ... Key member of the Warriors’ basketball team.

Coach Dave Ernst: “Cameron has size 16 feet. He is a skilled athlete and was the leader in our secondary. He definitely will play somewhere in college. Somebody is going to get a steal.”

NICK HAWKINS Wilmington, RB/DB, 5-10, 186, Sr. Credentials: IHSFCA Class 3A All-State ... All-Interstate Eight for second time ...

Rushed for 1,593 yards, averaging 8.6 a carry and 144 a game, with 25 touchdowns ... Made 57 tackles, including 29 solo stops, and intercepted two passes.

Coach Jeff Reents: “Nick is one of the best backs to come through our program. He has great balance, strength and a will to get the job done. I can recall many times when we needed a big play and everyone knew he was getting the ball, and Nick got the job done. He is an incredible athlete.”

ZACH JAROSZ Plainfield North, WR, 5-10, 160, Sr. Credentials: IHSFCA Class 7A

All-State ... All-Southwest Prairie ... Finalist for Herald-News Offensive Player of the Year ... Caught 47 passes for 842 yards, a 17.9 average, and 12 touchdowns ...

Key contributor on basketball floor and baseball diamond ... Will play baseball at Division I South Dakota State.

Coach Tim Kane: “Zach had to have some of the top stats in the state for a wide receiver. He was a game-breaker and proved to be a very difficult matchup for many teams. He set numerous school records for receiving yards and TDs.” ERIC JOHNSON Plainfield South, DL, 6-5, 230, Sr. Credentials: All-Southwest Prairie ... Made 74 tackles, impressive for a defensive lineman, and that included 12 sacks and 29 tackles for loss ... Two-year starter ... Outstanding state-level wrestler.

Coach Ken Bublitz: “Eric is versatile as he played defensive tackle and defensive end. He is very difficult to single block.

His quickness off the ball and exceptional technique along with athleticism made him very difficult to contain.”

MICHAEL JOHNSON Joliet Catholic, RB, 5-10, 195, Sr. Credentials: East Suburban Catholic Offensive Player of the Year ... Finalist for Herald-News Offensive Player of the Year ... Rushed for 1,986 yards, 7.6 a carry and 165.5 a game, and 26 touchdowns ...

Caught 29 passes for 539 yards, an 18.6 average, and five TDs ...

Has interest from Northern Illinois.

Coach Dan Sharp: “Michael had a tremendous year. He led the conference in scoring and did a great job working with Ke’Von [Johnson, a sophomore wingback]. He was our receiving leader, too. He is just an outstanding running back.”

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T.J. LEE Bolingbrook, LB/DL, 6-0, 230, Sr. Credentials: All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ...

Made 46 tackles, including 29 solo stops ... Had 12 tackles for 101 yards in losses ... Recorded six sacks for 47 yards ... Forced a fumble ... Versatile as some recruiting services list him as an athlete ... Has an offer from South Dakota.

Coach John Ivlow: “People in our conference will be glad to see T.J. graduate.”

Finished with area-leading 2,494 rushing yards ... Averaged 7.4 yards a carry, 178.1 a game ...

Scored area-best 41 touchdowns.

Coach Dave Ernst: “Gabe’s football IQ is tremendous. He anticipates what is going to happen and how we look at things. He has a burst, and he’s tough and runs through people.

That’s the wrestler in him. They’re tough guys.”

BRENDAN O’HARA Providence, LB, 6-1, 220, Sr. Credentials: IHSFCA Class 7A All-State ... Co-Defensive Player of the Year in Chicago Catholic Blue ...

Two-time All-CCL DONALD MANNING Blue ... ThreePlainfield East, DL, year starter ...

6-3, 240, Sr. Team defensive Credentials: All-Southwest Prai- MVP ... Made 91 rie and a nominee for SPC Defen- tackles in nine sive Player of the games with one Year ... Two-time interception, four all-conference forced fumbles, one recovery, a selection ... Made sack and three hurries.

46 tackles with Coach Mark Coglianese: 10 sacks and 15 “Brendan has the size, speed and tackles for loss mentality of a great linebacker. ... Committed to He is a dominating player on the Ball State. field and opponents always know Coach Mike Romeli: “Donald where he is. He is very intelligent was very dominant and many and has a 31 on the ACT.” teams did not find much success running to his side. He stands out BLAKE PARZYCH on film as one of the best around.”

Minooka, DL/OL, 6-4, 260, Sr. JAYISON McCORKLE Credentials: All-Southwest PraiLincoln-Way East, DB, rie ... Finalist for Herald-News De5-10, 170, Sr. fensive Player of the Year .... Made Credentials: All-SouthWest 58 tackles from defensive end slot Suburban Blue for second with 20 tackles consecutive season ... Leader in for loss and two the secondary forced fumbles for Griffins’ ... Committed to outstanding Southern Illinois defense ... Made ... Team captain 52 tackles and and team defenintercepted three sive MVP. passes ... Will Coach Paul Forsythe: “Blake play in college, was the overall undisputed leader but is still undecided. of our team for two years. He finCoach Rob Zvonar: “Jayison was ished his career with 16 sacks and our best defensive back the past 51 tackles for loss. He demanded two years, and his best games were a double-team from most teams against our top opponents.” we played. He is a tremendous second-effort player.”

GABE MONTALVO Lincoln-Way West, RB, ZACH PYCH 5-10, 170, Sr. Providence, P/DB, Credentials: Herald-News 6-0, 175, Sr. Offensive Player of the Year ...

Credentials: All-area punter All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... but also among the top defensive

backs in the area ... Made 31 tackles with one interception, broke up six passes, caused two fumbles and recovered two ... Regular on Celtics’ state championship football team of 2014 and their back-to-back state championship baseball teams.

Coach Mark Coglianese: “Zach kept us in many games with his booming punts. He averaged nearly 40 yards a punt. He always covered the opponent’s best receiver. He was the leader of a very young secondary.”

BILL ROTNICKI Joliet Catholic, DB, 5-11, 175, Sr. Credentials: All-East Suburban Catholic ... Made 49 tackles from his free safety position, including 29 solo ... Intercepted five passes ...

Was the leader of a Hilltoppers’ secondary that enjoyed an excellent season.

Coach Dan Sharp: “Bill is a big hitter and an intelligent kid. He is as good a free safety as I have seen in a long time. He made the others around him better.”

DANNY SARACCO Plainfield South, LB, 5-11, 215, Sr. Credentials: Southwest Prairie Defensive Player of the Year ...

Three-year starter and three-time all-conference selection ... Finalist for Herald-News Defensive Player of the Year ...

Made 98 tackles, including 68 solo stops ... Had 23 tackles for loss, six sacks, a blocked punt and an interception.

Coach Ken Bublitz: “Danny was excellent to the ball. He finishes tackles, makes defensive adjustments, is aggressive and is complete as a run and pass defender.”

TREY TELEZ Lincoln-Way West, LB/DL, 6-1, 226, Jr. Credentials: All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Finished season with 83 tackles, 14 sacks and 31 tackles for loss ... Extremely

quick off the ball ... Has attracted interest from numerous Division I programs.

Coach Dave Ernst: “Trey is a beast. He is an excellent athlete, and he is an exceptional football player.

He’s relentless.

Next year, we will have almost all of our defense back, and he will be a leader.”

JUSTIN WITT Lincoln-Way West, OL, 6-6, 275, Sr. Credentials: Joined fellow Division I recruit Bryan Brokop to give the Warriors an enviable right side of the offensive line ... Helped lead the way for Gabe Montalvo’s 2,494 rushing yards ... IHSFCA Class 5A All-State ... All-SouthWest Suburban Red ...

Committed to North Carolina State.

Coach Dave Ernst: “To have two legitimate Division I linemen – and maybe a third [junior Nate Henry] – is very unusual.

Both Bryan and Justin have over 20 Division I offers. Of all the good offensive linemen we have had, I think Justin had the best game [in the quarterfinal win over Peoria] that an offensive lineman ever played here.”

TYLER WITT Joliet Catholic, OL/DL, 6-3, 305, Sr. Credentials: IHSFCA Class 5A All-State ... East Suburban Catholic Offensive Lineman of the Year ... Three-year starter ....

Leader in an excellent offensive line ... Contributed defensively with seven solo tackles among 19 total, a sack and nine quarterback hurries ... Air Force Academy and Miami of Ohio among those showing interest.

Coach Dan Sharp: “Tyler was an outstanding captain. I’ve never had anyone like him. He drives guys and puts them on their back. He did a tremendous job on the defensive side, too. He is an extremely talented athlete for his size. He has quick feet.”

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BRAD KRISCH Joliet Catholic, LB, 6-1, 225, Sr. Credentials: All-East Suburban Catholic ... Threeyear starter ...

Missed a couple of games with injury but still finished with 67 tackles, including 24 solo stops ...

Broke up three passes, intercepted one, forced a fumble and recovered one ... Had six tackles for loss.

Coach Dan Sharp: “The play Brad made in the first game against Providence’s good tailback [Richie Warfield] at the 1-yard line was indicative of the whole year. He had a shot at defensive player of the year in our conference if he hadn’t missed a couple of games with injury. He is as good a linebacker as we have had. He’s a coach on the field.”

ZACH LUKASIK Joliet Catholic, DL/K, 6-2, 225, Sr. Credentials: East Suburban Catholic Defensive Linemen of the Year ... Made 54 tackles, including 30 solo stops ... Had 15 tackles for loss in addition to 14 sacks ... Totaled a remarkable 54 quarterback hurries/hits ... Forced five fumbles and recovered one ...

Converted 52 of 56 extra points and kicked a field goal.

Coach Dan Sharp: “Zach was defensive lineman of the year in our conference on the strength of those impressive numbers he had. He created great pressure off the edge.

He was a very good kicker, too.”

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DYLAN KOCH Plainfield East, TE/DL, 6-4, 225, Sr. Credentials: All-Southwest Prairie ... On the all-area team as a tight end but a standout on both sides of the ball ... Excellent blocker ... Caught four touchdown passes and a two-point conversion pass ... Had nine tackles for loss and four sacks.

Coach Mike Romeli: “Dylan played both sides of the ball a majority of the time. He is one of the best blocking tight ends in the Midwest as multiple recruiters stated over the spring, summer and fall.”

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HERALD-NEWS ALL-AREA FOOTBALL SECOND TEAM Doug Barkauski, Lincoln-Way East, OL, 6-1, 250, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Two-year starter at center ...

Academic All-State ... 4.8 GPA and 28 ACT ... Griffins’ best offensive lineman.

Bailey Boswell, Wilmington, OL, 6-3, 295, Sr. – All-Interstate Eight ... Two-year starter with record of 24-1 ... “Wilmington is known for running the football and we ran behind Bailey a lot,” coach Jeff Reents said.

Jordan Brown, Lemont, DL, 6-3, 230, Jr. – All-South Suburban Blue ... Made 70 tackles, including 46 solo stops ... Had 33 tackles for loss and 13 sacks ... Forced a fumble and recovered one ... Attracting significant college interest.

Brian Burns, Lincoln-Way East, LB, 6-0, 190, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue .. Two-year starter ... Made 45 tackles, four for loss, and two sacks ...

Intercepted three passes and forced a fumble.

John Carnagio, Minooka, QB, 6-2, 190, Jr. – Serious contender for all-area first team ... All-Southwest Prairie ... Set school records for completions (143) and yards (1,787) in a season ... Threw for 14 touchdowns and ran for two.

Pat Carr, Lincoln-Way East, LB, 6-3, 220, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Academic All-State ... Made 60 tackles, including 37 solo stops ... Had nine tackles for loss ... Returned an interception 55 yards for a touchdown.

Tim Donnahue, Plainfield North, DL, 6-2, 186, Jr. – All-Southwest Prairie ... Led Tigers with school-record 13 1/2 sacks ...

Made 61 tackles, including 32 solo and 11½ for loss ... Intercepted a pass, forced three fumbles and recovered one.

Ricky Fleming, Joliet Catholic, OL, 6-0, 275, Sr. – All-East Suburban Catholic at center ... Will play on NAIA or Division II level ... “With Ricky at center, we never had issues right up the middle,” coach Dan Sharp said.

Ze’Veyon Furcron, Joliet Catholic, OL/ DL, 6-1, 310, Sr. – Serious contender for all-area first team ... All-East Suburban Catholic ... Committed to Southern Illinois ... Agile and quick at offensive guard ...

Had four tackles for loss and 4½ sacks as defensive tackle.

Mitch Ganassin, Plainfield South, DB, 5-10, 180, Sr. – Serious contender for all-area first team ... All-Southwest Prairie ... Two-year starter ... Made 29 solo tackles and 39 total, intercepted four passes, returned two punts for TDs and blocked a field goal.

David Garner, Bolingbrook, DB, 6-0, 185, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ...

Leader in Raiders’ secondary ... Made 32 tackles, including 21 solo .... Intercepted two passes ... Will play in college.

Nate Henry, Lincoln-Way West, OL, 6-5, 310, Jr. – Division I prospect ...

Played in the shadow of senior Division I recruits Bryan Brokop and Justin Witt but excelled nonetheless, helping Gabe Montalvo rush for 2,494 yards.

Isaiah Hill, Minooka, WR, 5-11, 175, Jr. – Serious contender for all-area first team ... Caught a school-record 54 passes for 803 yards and eight touchdowns ... Had 376 return yards ... Team offensive MVP. Duvonte Hunt, Plainfield South, DL, 6-0, 265, Sr. – All-Southwest Prairie ...

Two-year starter ... Commanded double teams ... Made 44 total tackles with two

sacks.

Bret Johnson, Plainfield North, OL, 5-11, 230, Sr. – Two-time All-Southwest Prairie ... Tough, consistent player.

Ke’Von Johnson, Joliet Catholic, RB, 5-8, 170, So. – Stepped in when Harry Davis was injured and rushed for 973 rushing yards, averaging 9.6 a carry ... Scored 15 touchdowns, three on pass receptions.

Kenny Kirkland, Minooka, LB, 5-11, 180, Sr. – All-Southwest Prairie ... Led Indians with 87 total tackles and 53 solo ... Had 18 tackles for loss and five sacks ...

Good wrestler.

Brad Littleton, Coal City, DB/WR/P/K, 6-2, 190, Sr. – All-Interstate Eight ...

Caught 25 passes for 401 yards and three TDs .... Made 48 tackles ... Intercepted four passes .... Punted 32 times for 38.3 average ... Made all three field goal attempts.

Mike Markasovic, Providence, RB/ WR, 6-1, 180, Sr. – All-Chicago Catholic Blue ... Team offensive MVP ... Rushed for 395 yards and three TDs ... Caught 19 passes for 175 yards and three scores ...

Returned two kickoffs for touchdowns in six attempts, averaging 51 yards a return.

Casey O’Brien, Lemont, OL, 6-3, 250, Sr. – All-South Suburban Blue ... Indians’ best offensive lineman ... Is attracting significant interest from Division II schools.

Jake Portz, Plainfield South, LB, 6-0, 210, Jr. – Two-time All-Southwest Prairie ... Led team with 100 tackles from inside linebacker slot, including 12 for loss ... Had five sacks and forced a fumble.

Nick Portz, Plainfield South, LB, 6-0, 205, Jr. – All-Southwest Prairie ... Made 91 tackles from outside linebacker slot with eight for loss ... Forced four fumbles and intercepted a pass.

Deven Reed, Lincoln-Way West, DL, 5-11, 185, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Excellent quickness ... Led Warriors 85 tackles, including 17 for loss, and had seven sacks.

Will Ringer, Morris, LB/FB, 5-10, 205, Sr. – All-Northern Illinois Big 12 East ...

Redskins’ leading tackler and team defensive MVP ... Smart and physical.

Kamren Smith, Joliet Central, WR/DB, 5-10, 150, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... High character player and team leader ... Caught 36 passes for 427 yards ... Made 41 tackles with 34 solo, forced a fumble and recovered one.

Austin Strilko, Lincoln-Way Central, QB, 6-2, 195, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Completed 102 of 172 passes, 59.3 percent, for 1,221 yards and five touchdowns ... Rushed for 356 yards in 83 attempts and five touchdowns.

Dieondre Taylor, Lockport, ATH, 6-0, 175, Sr. – Three-year starter, two-time All-SouthWest Suburban Blue .... More than 900 all-purpose yards as a quarterback, running back and wide receiver ... Had a pick-six as a cornerback and returned punts and kickoffs.

Lucas Warren, Bolingbrook, LB, 5-11, 240, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Raiders’ strongest player ... December graduate ... Made 99 tackles, including 49 solo, with 13 for loss and one sack ...

Recovered two fumbles and forced one.

Owen Weaver, Wilmington, RB/LB, 5-11, 190, Jr. – All-Interstate Eight ...

Academic All-State ... Serious candidate for all-area first team ... Rushed for 1,139 yards, averaging 9.9 a carry and 103 a game ... Scored 14 TDs ... Made 67 tackles,

34 solo, with 18 for loss and 11 sacks.

Ben Zordani, Lincoln-Way West, TE, 6-3, 195, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Excellent baseball player ... Caught 31 passes for 299 yards and four touchdowns ... Good blocker.

THIRD TEAM Kevin Block, Plainfield North, DB, 5-11, 165, Jr. – Covered best opposing receiver all season ... Intercepted three passes and returned one for a touchdown in win over Oswego ... Returned a kickoff for a TD. John Choate, Joliet West, OL, 6-1, 235, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Two-year starter ... Contributor on the Tigers’ basketball team.

Michael Galifos, Morris, OL/DL, 6-0, 245, Sr. – All-Northern Illinois Big 12 East ... Redskins’ Lineman of the Year ... Twoyear starter.

Johnny Goodson, Plainfield North, DB, 6-2, 185, Jr. – All Southwest Prairie ...

Hard hitter .... Led Tigers with 77 tackles, including 41 solo ... Intercepted a pass and forced two fumbles.

Jaylen Griffin, Bolingbrook, RB, 5-9, 200, Sr. – Rushed for 352 yards, a 4.7 average, and five touchdowns ... Caught six passes ... Raiders’ most valuable offensive back.

Nolan Hayes, Lincoln-Way Central, WR, 5-6, 155, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Caught 39 passes for 498 yards and three TDs ... Rushed for 116 yards and threw a touchdown pass ...

Totaled more than 500 return yards.

Jalen Hutt, Plainfield East, WR, 5-8, 165, Sr. – All-Southwest Prairie ... Caught 42 passes for 789 yards ... Rushed 15 times for 150 yards ... Scored seven touchdowns.

Nick Jenig, Lincoln-Way East, K, 6-1, 170, Sr. – Captain of the soccer team ...

Converted four of six field goals and 42 of 43 extra points.

Ryan Kelley, Lockport, DL, 6-1, 240, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ...

Two-year starter ... Had 29 tackles with six for loss and seven sacks ... Caused two fumbles.

Jace Kennedy, Dwight, TE/DL, 6-5, 220, Sr. – All-Sangamon Valley on both sides of the ball ... Caught 34 passes for 343 yards and four touchdowns ... Made 55 tackles, including 38 solo and 18 for loss, with seven sacks ... Blocked a punt.

Gabe Lammers, Lockport, LB, 6-0, 205, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ...

Two-year starter ... Made 50 tackles, five for loss, with four sacks, two interceptions and a fumble recovery.

Alec Leasure, Coal City, OL/DL, 5-11, 210, Sr. – All-Interstate Eight ... Two-year starter on offensive line ... Good run and pass blocker ... Made 30 tackles with one sack.

Frank Letizia, Lemont, LB, 5-11, 195, Sr. – All-South Suburban Blue ... Indians’ leading tackler with 94 stops, including 62 solo and 19 for loss ... Intercepted two passes, forced two fumbles and had two defensive scores.

Luke Mander, Joliet Catholic, DL, 6-5, 225, Sr. – All-East Suburban Catholic ...

Made 46 tackles, four for loss, with 5½ sacks and 24 quarterback hurries/hits ...

Forced two fumbles and recovered three ... Regular in basketball.

Jake Mauney, Lincoln-Way West, WR, 6-0, 160, Sr. – All-Southwest Suburban

Red ... Caught 35 passes for 565 yards, both team bests, for a 15.9 average and seven touchdowns.

Troy Mayon, Plainfield East, LB/RB, 5-10, 190, Sr. – All-Southwest Prairie ...

Made 87 tackles ... Recovered two fumbles ... Scored five rushing touchdowns.

Danny McDonald, Providence, LB, 6-1, 180, Sr. – All-Chicago Catholic Blue ...

Celtics’ most improved player ... Second on team with 77 tackles ... Had four interceptions, caused two fumbles and recovered two.

Jomarre McNair, Joliet Central, WR/DB, 5-9, 150, Jr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Caught 24 passes for 321 yards and six touchdowns ... Made 31 tackles, including 26 solo, and intercepted three passes.

Matt Murphy, Lincoln-Way West, DB, 6-0, 156, So. – Led Warriors with four interceptions and returned one 37 yards ... Broke up six passes ... Made 30 tackles and had a sack.

Matt Norton, Coal City, LB, 5-10, 195, Sr. – All-Interstate Eight .... Made 43 solo tackles and 66 total stops with eight for loss ... Team captain.

Spencer Nagel, Lemont, QB, 5-10, 175, Jr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Completed 110 of 185 passes, 59.5 percent, for 1,581 yards and 19 touchdowns with only two interceptions.

Jordan Nettles, Romeoville, RB, 5-10, 185, Jr. – All-Southwest Prairie ...

Spartans’ team MVP. David Newman, Minooka, OL, 6-0, 280, Sr. – Led Indians in pancake blocks with 22 ... Missed three games with injury and Minooka lost all three.

Carson Oughton, Minooka, LB, 5-10, 190, Sr. – Indians’ second-leading tackler with 91, including 44 solo stops ... Excellent at making tackles in space ...

Outstanding wrestler.

Matt Skobel, Lockport, RB, 5-9, 210, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ...

Rushed for 826 yards in 127 carries, a 6.8 average.

Steve Smock, Wilmington, TE/DB, 6-2, 191, Sr. – All-Interstate Eight ...

Academic All-State ... Caught four passes for 119 yards ... Aggressive blocker ...

Made 59 tackles, including 22 solo, and intercepted three passes.

Will Stoll, Plainfield North, LB, 6-0, 198, Jr. – All-Southwest Prairie ... Twoyear starter ... Made defensive calls ... Had 67 total tackles, six for loss.

Gabe Venegas, Joliet West, OL, 6-5, 280, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Enjoyed big season after missing junior year with an injury.

Dan Wainwright, Lincoln-Way West, DL, 6-0, 185, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Averaged four tackles per game with 13 for loss and 5½ sacks.

Dalen Winston, Bolingbrook, DL, 6-2, 275, Sr. – All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ...

Made a smooth transition from tight end to the defensive line ... Will play in college.

SPECIAL MENTION Danny Allen, Lincoln-Way West, LB, 6-1, 210, Jr. David Charnot, Providence, DL/OL, 6-1, 220, Sr. Logan Christopherson, Lemont, TE/WR, 6-5, 210, Jr. Dan Cooper, Lincoln-Way East, DL, 6-2, 240, Sr. Harry Davis, Joliet Catholic, RB, 6-0,

185, Sr. Sam Diehl, Lincoln-Way East, OL, 6-2, 270, Jr. Jake Dudeck, Lincoln-Way Central, LB, 6-2, 220, Jr. Cade Earl, Joliet Catholic, QB, 6-0, 180, Sr. Ari Ekowa, Plainfield North, DL, 6-0, 230, Jr. Ben Davis, Lockport, QB/K/P, 6-2, 175, Jr. Anthony Kitchens, Romeoville, QB/DB, 6-1, 192, Sr. Kale Maupin, Peotone, QB, 6-1, 145, Jr. Josh Moeller, Dwight, OL, 6-5, 250, Sr. Alex Panning, Peotone, TE/WR/LB, 6-3, 175, Jr. JJ Frey, Plainfield North, LB, 6-1, 225, Jr. Tony Little, Plainfield North, OL, 6-3, 275, Jr. Ross Nelson, Lincoln-Way East, LB, 6-0, 185, Sr. Ryan Niewinski, Morris, OL/DL, 6-2, 270, Sr. Luke Phelan, Joliet Catholic, DB, 5-10, 165, Sr. Christian Ruff, Plainfield Central, DL, 6-2, 190, Sr. Keegan Sobol, Morris, RB/LB, 6-0, 200, Jr. Kyle Speas, Plainfield North, TE, 6-6, 220, Sr. Joe Starkey, Coal City, RB, 5-8, 165, Sr. Ben Studer, Wilmington, OL/DL, 6-2, 191, Sr. HONORABLE MENTION Bolingbrook: Demetrius Crisanto, DL, Sr., 6-0, 225, Sr.; Izayah Green-May, LB/ DL/DB, 6-5, 205, Jr.; John Ivlow, OL, 6-2, 275, Jr.; Kendall Smith, WR, 6-2, 175, Jr. Coal City: Marco Alegria, OL/DL, 5-10, 210, Sr. Joliet Central: Camaron Henry, LB/ WR, 6-0, 190, Jr.; Zach Wisneski, QB, 6-0, 160, So. Joliet West: Julius Garrett, DL, 5-10, 230, Jr.; Xavier Smith, 6-2, 150, Sr. Lemont: John Dykstra, DL, 6-2, 230, Sr.; Josh Rogers, DB, 6-2, 185, Sr.; Austin Schaffert, LB, 5-11, 180, Jr. Lincoln-Way Central: Blake Evans, LB, Jr., 6-0, 200, Jr. Lincoln-Way East: Kurt Gavin, OL, 6-5, 270, Sr.; Hunter Smith, TE, 6-5, 230, Sr. Lincoln-Way West: Ryan Robbins, LB, 6-0, 180, So.; Kevin Siemeck, K, 6-2, 180, Sr. Lockport: Patrick Cooper, WR/PR/KR, 6-0, 180, Jr. Minooka: Jaccor Blakney, RB, Sr.; Jack Sasso, DB, Sr. Morris: Kyle Overton, LB, 5-10, 180, Sr.; Michael Feeney, RB/LB, 5-11, 185, Jr.; Jake Webb, WR/DB, 5-10, 175, Sr. Peotone: Corey Vincent, OL/LB, 6-1, 225, Sr. Plainfield East: Matt Mazurkiewicz, QB, 6-3, 170, Sr. Plainfield South: Tyler Jensen, LB, 6-2, 185, Sr.; Jake Maher, Plainfield South, RB, 5-8, 165, Sr. Reed-Custer: Scott Mitchell, RB/LB, 6-0, 190, Jr.; Tommy Shaw, QB/DB, 6-1, 180, Sr. Seneca: Jacob Gonzalez, OL/DL, 6-1, 275, Sr.; Casey Pifer, RB/DB, 5-6, 155, Sr.; Nathan Spampanato, OL/DL, 5-11, 190, Sr. Wilmington: RJ Van Duyne, OL, 6-1, 250, Jr.; Sam Jones, DE, 6-1, 205, Jr.; Jake Capwell, LB, 5-11, 188, Sr.; Ty Brimer, RB/ DB, 5-8, 165, Sr.

BOYS BASKETBALL: MINOOKA 52, JOLIET CATHOLIC 48

By DICK GOSS dgoss@shawmedia.com

Larry W. Kane for Shaw Media

Minooka’s Joe Butler drives to the basket around Joliet Catholic Academy’s Jared Lenoir during the Indians’ 52-48 victory Saturday in Channahon.

“We figured they would switch trying to get a steal and we noticed they had nobody back,” Jon Butler said. “We thought we would get a chance to use that play.”

For Jon Butler, it felt great to be back healthy. He missed the first couple games of the season with a sprained ankle.

“I feel 100 percent,” he said. “I can do everything. I want to do a lot more scor-

ing to help us out that way this year.

This was fun tonight. There’s always a big fan base when you play them.”

Joe echoed his brother’s thoughts about how much fun it is to face JCA. “It’s definitely fun,” he said with a smile. “We don’t like each other much.”

Minooka won in no small part thanks to its second team, which had a strong second quarter when the Indians opened a 29-23 halftime lead, and

BOYS BASKETBALL: MINOOKA 52, PLAINFIELD EAST 48

Butler helps Minooka edge Plainfield East

By JEFF DE GRAW Shaw Media Correspondent CHANNAHON – Minooka senior Joe Butler was honored for scoring more than 1,000 career points Friday night before the Plainfield East/Minooka Southwest Prairie Conference boys basketball game.

Butler added to that total with a game-high 21 points – nine in the fourth quarter – to lead the Indians to a 52-48 victory. He also led his team with eight rebounds.

“I came into the game a little antsy,” Butler said. “But my teammates did a great job of knocking down shots while I was trying to find my game.”

Minooka (5-2, 2-0) led, 38-35, entering the fourth quarter,

but Plainfield East’s Elyjah Goss scored four of his 16 points to give the Bengals a 39-38 lead.

Butler then scored nine of the next 11 to give Minooka a 49-43 lead with 52 seconds remaining.

“I feel a little sense of pressure in the fourth quarter,” Butler said. “But I like that, and if the situation presents itself, I will try and take advantage. This is definitely a fun conference to play in. Every game is so competitive.

Our team played great defense and we pride ourselves in that.”

Both teams combined for 11 3-pointers and only six combined field goals inside the arc.

With Minooka leading, 138, in the first quarter, East (2-5, 0-2) hit five 3-pointers for all their points in the second quarter. Scotty Olsen hit three consecutive attempts and Vinny Tarello added the next two.

Minooka added three longrange shots and led, 26-23, at the break.

Minooka took advantage of the end of each of the first three quarters, hitting a shot at the buzzer to stop any momentum East had going.

Blake Parzych rebounded his missed shot and put it in to end the first quarter. Torren Thomas hit a shot to end the half and Butler hit a three at the buzzer of the third quarter.

Larry Roberts added 16

points for the Indians as he hit four 3-pointers, three in the first half.

“Night in and night out, this is the way this conference is, there are quality teams that you always see,” Minooka coach Scott Tanaka said.

“We pride ourselves with our defense, and I thought tonight we did a real good job, except in the second quarter when we let them back in the game.

“You saw tonight in the fourth quarter why Joe (Butler) is the best player in the conference. He also the hardest worker. We executed pretty well when we had to and knocked down the free throws in the fourth quarter.

Minooka was 6 of 9 from the free-throw line, going 6 of

7 in the fourth quarter, while the Bengals were only 8 of 16 on the night.

“Our goal each game is to get to the free throw line 20 times and knock down 80 percent,” East coach Branden Adkins said. “Tonight, we didn’t do that, and in a four-point game, that hurts.

“We battled, and I thought our defensive effort was very good. Roberts is a great shooter for Minooka, and we gave him some opportunities early and he knocked down those threes.

“This gym is a really tough place to play and they (Minooka) have a solid team. Plus, they took advantage of every situation at the end of the quarters.”

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CHANNAHON – The game was a throwback of sorts – two good nonconference rivals getting an opportunity on a Saturday night to take a breather from tough conference games a night earlier and earn some bragging rights.

When you add in the large and loud student sections that follow Joliet Catholic and Minooka basketball, you have the makings of a memorable night.

The Hilltoppers and Indians did not disappoint. Minooka prevailed in a thriller, 52-48, thanks in no small part to the Butler brothers, Joe and Jon. Joe scored 12 of his 15 points in the fourth quarter and Jon scored the Indians’ last two field goals and grabbed three rebounds in the fourth quarter.

Joe finished with 15 points, and Jon scored 11 to go with six rebounds.

Minooka (6-2) held a lead through the midway point of the third quarter, but JCA (4-2) rallied to tie the score at 44 with 2:23 left in the game when Harry Davis converted his steal into a coast-to-coast layup. But Jon Butler drove in from the left side for a basket to give the Indians a lead they would not relinquish.

Jon then rebounded a Hilltoppers’ missed 3-pointer, Joe Bulter made two free throws and Jon clinched it when his brother found him behind the pressing JCA defense on a long inbounds pass.

the defense that sophomores Keegan and Kyle Graebner, along with reserve junior guard Antonio Milazzo, played on JCA’s Jalen Jackson.

“Our reserves did a great job getting the lead and Antonio and the Graebner twins did a great job on Jalen Jackson, who is a great player,” Joe Butler said.

Jackson led the Hilltoppers with 14 points but made only 5 of 16 shots. JCA, which lost at Benet, 50-38, Friday night, was 18 of 48 from the field.

“I thought offense would be our strong point and we would really have to work on our defense coming into the season,” Hilltoppers coach Joe Gura said. “We held Benet to 50 and these guys to 52 – we’re playing pretty good defense. We’re just not clicking on all cylinders on offense.

“That, and we can’t seem to make an easy shot, either. We probably were pressing a little this weekend because we were playing two good teams. But no matter who you’re playing, you have to play relaxed.”

Minooka was coming off Friday night’s 52-48 Southwest Prairie victory over Plainfield East.

“These were two good high school basketball games,” Minooka coach Scott Tanaka said. “Our guys did a great job closing out two good opponents.

“It’s really good to see Jon Butler take the cover off the cap now that he’s healthy. He’s starting to realize all the things he can do on a basketball floor.”

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BOYS BASKETBALL: STAGG 85, JOLIET WEST 79

Stagg hands Joliet West first defeat

By CURT HERRON cherron@shawmedia.com PALOS HILLS – Joliet West’s boys basketball team has had a few tough tests during the early part of its schedule, but nothing quite like what it experienced Friday at Stagg.

The Chargers were fired up for the Tigers, which was understandable since both squads were off to strong starts, despite being young with just one senior starter each.

Although he didn’t have his starting point guard available, Stagg coach John Daniels had his team prepared for West’s pressure.

While the Tigers forced 20 turnovers, they hurt their cause at the free-throw line, hitting just 8 of their 20 attempts (40 percent) while the Chargers connected on 23 of 28 tries (82 percent).

With John Contant scoring in a game-high 30 points, which featured six 3-pointers, Stagg won, 85-79, to hand West its first defeat in a SouthWest Suburban Blue clash.

The Tigers (6-1, 1-1) only led once in each half as Stagg (6-1, 2-0) knocked down 17 of its 20 free throws (85 percent) in the final 16 minutes, while West shot just 14 of 38 from the floor (37 percent) and 6 of 15 from the charity stripe (40 percent) after the break.

“They did a great job and played a very good game,” Tigers coach Nick DiForti said of the Chargers. “They stuck to their coach’s game plan and our kids did as well, but missing all of those free throws didn’t help. Still, it was a good test for our boys. They’re a well-coached team so if we were going to lose a game like this, I’m happy that it happened now.

“Our kids knew how well-prepared Stagg was going to be. At times, our athleticism took over but they weathered our storms very well. They did a fantastic job of handling our pressure considering 6-3, 6-4 and 6-5 kids were flying at them. It’s good that our boys had a game like this in Decem-

ber. It’s gut check time, so we’ll see how we react to adversity after a loss.”

Stagg grabbed an 18-10 advantage in the opening quarter before the Tigers closed to within 20-19 after one period.

The Chargers owned a 44-36 lead late in the half before West again pulled to within 46-42 at the break.

Trevian Bell (seven rebounds) scored 14 of his 19 points in the first half and Jason Bingham came off of the bench to collect 11 of his 19 points during that same time span. Stagg received 16 points from Contant and 13 points from Josh Strama, who finished with 22 points and nine rebounds, during the opening half.

In the third quarter, Elijah Ward (13 points, 13 rebounds) followed up on a slam by converting an old-fashioned threepoint play to give West a 51-48 lead with 5:23 left in the period.

But Stagg went on a 13-4 run to go up 61-55 before Teyvion Kirk (12 points, five rebounds) hit a 3-pointer and Eddie Creal putback pulled the Tigers to within 61-60.

Stagg started to pull away in the final period when Contant made a layup and 3-pointer along with Strama’s two free throws to cap a 7-1 run which made it 76-69 with 2:46 left. During the last minute, Mike Smith made a layup and 3-pointer and Bingham added a layup, but the Tigers were unable to get any closer than three points.

Other leaders for Stagg, who outshot West, 52-45, percent from the floor, were Tom Kazanecki (13 points, eight rebounds), Shane McMahon eight points, five rebounds) and Darek Liput (seven points, five rebounds).

“They just come at you so we knew that we just had to weather it,” Daniels said of West. “In the games that I scouted, they really dominated the glass but I thought we boxed out well. They’ve got a lot of talent but Nick also does a good job by mixing up his defenses so it’s hard to get a rhythm against them.”

BOYS BASKETBALL: PLAINFIELD NORTH 55, PLAINFIELD SOUTH 53

Jarosz, Thompson fuel North rally past South

By DRAKE SKLEBA Shaw Media Correspondent JOLIET – After leading the 30-8 Plainfield North baseball team to the Class 4A Elite 8 last June, the South Dakota State-bound Zach Jarosz took his talents to the gridiron this fall.

He led the Joliet area in pass receiving yardage (874) and touchdown receptions (12).

On Friday night, he helped lead North past Plainfield South, 55-53, in a Southwest Prairie Conference basketball barn-burner.

With South (2-5,0-2) leading, 51-41, with 3:51 left, Jarosz buried his only 3-point basket to ignite a run to victory. With 2:51 left, Ball State-bound Kevin Krieger (10 points, eight rebounds, two steals, two blocks) split a pair of free throws to pull the Tigers within 51-45.

On the ensuing possession, South guard Jake Buchner (15 points, two steals) drove toward the hoop but Krieger swatted the shot away, which led to a pair of free throws by the Tigers’ Bradlee Mills (six

points). Then with 2:12 left, Krieger rejected Kevin Valentine’s shot.

“I had another poor night shooting,” Krieger. said “I had to improve other parts of my game. I had to rebound and it felt great to get the two blocks to help us rally to win.”

With 1:59 left and trailing, 51-47, Krieger, who was 1 for 11 from the floor, missed, but Jarosz grabbed the rebound and found Mills for a layup to make it 51-49. Jarosz then forced a Cougar turnover with 1:30 left.

“Down 10, we really picked up our defense,” Jarosz said.

“It felt great to finally hit a shot, the 3-pointer that got us going. I pride myself on my defense and It was great to turn South over on the baseline, which set up Henry’s game-winner.”

Senior guard Henry Thompson (15 points) hit two big 3-pointers in the third quarter to keep the Tigers (3-4, 1-1) close. His fourth 3-pointer came with 5:38 left. With 1:08 left, Jarosz drove the lane and found Thompson in the left corner to give the Tigers a 52-

51 lead.

“Once again it was all Zach [Jarosz] on my game-winning shot,” Thompson said. “He drew the defense to him and threw a perfect pass to me in the corner. It felt great to hit the shot. We really needed this win.”

Jarosz grabbed another rebound and hit two free throws with 15 seconds left.

Deontre DeYoung (17 points, seven rebounds, three blocks), scored with one second to bring the Cougars within 5453. South coach Tim Boe called a timeout he did not have for a technical foul and Krieger split two free throws. The Tigers inbounded to Jarosz, ending the game.

“Wow. That was really something how we came back and won,” Plainfield North coach Bob Krahulik said. “Our last two games, we have really been struggling. Hopefully this win will get us going.”

More good news for North as 6-foot-6 center Kyle Speas has been cleared to play next week. Speas, a tight end, broke his collarbone in football season.

BOYS BASKETBALL: MORRIS 44, GENESEO 43

Morris girls hold on to beat Geneseo

By MARK JOHNSON Shaw Media Correspondent MORRIS – The third time was the charm for the Morris girls basketball team Friday, defeating Northern Illinois Big 12 East Division foe Geneseo, 44-43, despite being outscored in the first, second and fourth quarters.

A 15-2 run in the third quarter was the difference for Morris (2-7, 1-2), which had trailed, 23-17, at halftime. During the third quarter, the Maple Leafs were held to 1-for-13 shooting and committed five turnovers.

Geneseo had been 9 for 23 from the field – albeit with 14 turnovers – in the first half.

“We switched our defense around. That was a definite

momentum changer for us,” Morris coach Kate Carey said.

“I was happy with our defense in the first half, but it just wasn’t quite getting the job done. We switched to our manto-man and it looked really good. We were able to get a bigger rotation when we were in our man-to-man, which seized the gap on some of the prime [Geneseo] players.”

Nine of the Morris third-quarter points belonged to junior Meghan Smith, who had been held to four in the first half. Smith opened the half by scoring on a driving basket and never looked back on her way to a 21-point night.

Alyssa Bojovic and Meghan Jurak added 3-pointers in the third quarter.

Smith said 6-foot-2 Geneseo center Sydney Himmelman had helped stymie her early.

“It was really hard getting in front of No. 33 [Himmelman] because she’s just so much bigger than I am,” Smith said. “We had a good talk in our locker room. We were just really excited. We were kind of up. I think instinct just kind of took over for all of us and we just decided to start working together.”

Geneseo [0-3 in the Northern Illinois Big 12] chipped away at the Morris lead through the first several minutes of the final quarter before drawing even at 40-40 when Anna McAvoy made a pair of free throws at the 1:36 mark.

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By DICK GOSS dgoss@shawmedia.com

Larry W. Kane for Shaw Media

Joliet Central’s Treveon Ward drives to the basket in front of Lockport’s Deiondre Taylor (24) during Central’s 45-38 victory Friday in Joliet.

Central took the lead for good late in the third quarter when Ryan King’s 15-footer broke a 28-28 tie and Jose Grubbs, who scored a gamehigh 12 points, made two free throws.

“It all starts with their defense,” Lockport coach Brett Hespell said of Central. “We

are so close to being a good team. Tonight, we missed free throws and layups. We’re in a position where we need to be.

We’ve got to finish now.”

King was a significant factor for Central. His back-toback 3-pointers were the Steelmen’s only second-quarter points until Cameron Black-

mon hit a three with 48 seconds left in the half to get Central back within one point (23-22).

Casey Schlusemann responded with a traditional three-point play to stretch the Porters’ lead to 26-22.

“This wasn’t the way we wanted to come out and play after last Friday [a victory

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Jackson scores 23 in Joliet Catholic loss at Benet

By MIKE FITZGERALD Shaw Media Correspondent LISLE – Joliet Catholic coach Joe Gura found reasons to be optimistic about his team’s future Friday even though the Hilltoppers lost their East Suburban Catholic Conference opener to Benet, 51-38.

“I thought coming in against a team that is really rolling offensively and rated, if you had told me we would hold them to 50 points in their gym, I would say thank you, I like our chances,” Gura said.

“I told our kids, you are good enough, and in spurts we showed we were good enough, but not all night.”

After tying Benet (7-0, 1-0) at 8 after one quarter, JCA (4-1, 0-1) found itself playing catchup the rest of the game. The Redwings led, 23-14, at halftime before the Hilltoppers came within 23-19 at the 7:07 mark of the third quarter on a driving layup and foul shot by guard Jalen Jackson (gamehigh 23 points).

Benet raced to a 31-19 lead late in the third quarter before back-to-back Jackson three-

point plays cut the lead to 3125.

The Redwings led, 33-25, early in the fourth quarter before a 4-0 run keyed by Jackson free throws and a Luke Mander jumper cut the lead to 33-29 with 6:47 to play.

A Benet 11-2 scoring run over the next three minutes finally ended the JCA threat.

“When we get consistency, and we’re close, we’re going to be good,” Gura said. “It comes from playing the first big game of the year, a conference game, against a quality opponent. I hate to lose, but I’m very opti-

mistic about where this group is headed.

“They outplayed us in the fact that they were more consistent. Gene (Heidkamp, the Benet coach) does a great job of preparing them. You don’t want to play them every night.

You have to work like the devil.”

Jackson, a 5-foot-11 senior guard, is a key to how successful the Hilltoppers will be. He came out firing from beyond the 3-point line to start the game and made 1 of 8 attempts.

He got JCA’s offense in gear by driving hard to the basket,

scoring and going to the foul line to finish three-point plays.

Jackson had four such plays in the game.

He finished 8 of 8 from the foul line.

“He led the conference in scoring last year, and he was first team all-conference last year,” Gura said. “I’m happy with where we are going, but I’m not happy with how we finished.”

Anticipating Saturday night’s nonconference game at Minooka, Gura said, “It will be interesting to see how we bounce back.”

• Sunday, December 13, 2015

JOLIET – Malik Fuller had a miserable time at the freethrow line Friday night.

But when plays had to be made, the Joliet Central senior forward delivered, helping the Steelmen to a hard-fought, if not artistic, 45-38 SouthWest Suburban Blue victory over Lockport.

Central (5-1, 2-0) was nursing a 38-36 lead with 1:32 remaining when Fuller, who hit 2 of 8 free throws, went to the line and missed a pair.

The Porters (4-3, 0-2) misfired on the potential game-tying jumper, and Fuller rebounded and was fouled. He hit the front end for a 39-36 lead, but when he missed the second, he hustled his way under the basket and picked up a rebound bucket to make it 41-36.

From there, the Steelmen never led by less than five points.

“That’s Malik,” Central coach Jeff Corcoran said. “His motor is always going.”

Lockport finished the first half on a 14-3 run to lead, 26-22, at the break. But the wheels came off for the Porters’ offense in the second half, when they made 3 of 19 shots and 5 of 13 free throws.

They finished hitting 14 of 44 (31.8 percent) from the field and 8 of 18 free throws.

over Homewood-Flossmoor],” Corcoran said. “We knew we would see zone from Lockport.

This was the first time we saw one for an extended time. We didn’t space the floor properly against it, we didn’t make crisp passes and we didn’t shoot well.”

Central finished 16 of 44 (.364) from the floor and 9 of 20 from the free-throw line. King, hit all three of his shots, all from outside.

“With Malik [Fuller] in foul trouble, we’ve got to play him,” Corcoran said of King, a 6-foot2 junior forward. “He’s all we have for that spot. He can hit the outside shot. The look on his face when he shot the first one – it was like, ‘Should I have done that?’ ” King and Fuller finished with eight points apiece and Treveon Ward and Blackmon had six. Lockport enjoyed a 28-19 rebounding edge through three quarters, but the Steelmen’s 14-4 domination in the fourth quarter helped decide things.

Fuller closed with 11 boards, Grubbs had six to go with his 12 points and Jalen Jones grabbed three consecutive offensive rebounds in one fourth-quarter sequence.

Wade Walder had nine points and six rebounds, Matt Smietanski eight rebounds and Schlusemann seven points for Lockport.

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Delrose uses big finale to win Strikefest

By CURT HERRON cherron@shawmedia.com JOLIET – Bailey Delrose looked like she had hurt her chances of capturing top honors in Saturday’s Plainfield North’s Strikefest at Town and Country Lanes after rolling a 191 in her fifth game of the prestigious girls bowling tournament.

But the Lockport sophomore saved her best effort for last and walked away with a 38-pin victory over Prospect’s Arieana Upshaw for the individual championship in the 44team competition.

Delrose posted a 289 in her final game to give her a 737 afternoon series and a 1,392 effort for the day, which helped lift Lockport to a 5,905 total and second place in the event by 10 pins over Joliet West.

Schaumburg turned in a 5,985 to finish ahead of the defending state champion Porters for a tournament title for the second weekend in a row.

Beside her 289 game being among the five highest in Porter history, her 1,392 total for six games ranks second all-time in the program. She opened the day with a 655 series, which featured a 243 in her third game and then started the afternoon session wit a 257 game.

“I’m so proud of myself for how I did today,” Delrose said.

“The atmosphere here was so hectic, which makes it even sweeter when you do so good.

I had a 191 in there so I know that I could have done better, but you can’t roll a 200 all of the time. I’m really encouraged by the way that we’ve been bowling lately. We just have a couple of mental things that we need to get over. We all really like the pressure because that just makes us work even harder.”

Coach Art Cwudzinski’s Porters also received a ninthplace showing from Nikki Mendez, who combined 679 and 584 series for a 1,263 total. Her best game was a 251 to conclude the morning session. Also, Paige Reiter posted an 1163 for 35th place.

Lockport opened with a 2,919 series and closed with a 2,986, with its best game being

“I’m so proud of myself for how I did today. The atmosphere here was so hectic, which makes it even sweeter when you do so good. I had a 191 in there so I know that I could have done better, but you can’t roll a 200 all of the time. I’m really encouraged by the way that we’ve been bowling lately.

Bailey Delrose, Lockport sophomore bowler a 1,039 in the finale.

Joliet West was led by Gracie Plese, who took fourth with a 1,300 that featured a 633 in the morning and a 667 in the afternoon. She also had her best game, a 267, in the finale.

“I had no idea how strong we’d be this year, but we came into today undefeated,” Plese said. “We were in first place for awhile and even though we didn’t end as well as I wanted to, third place in the gold division is absolutely outstanding. We don’t see some of these

teams until state, so it’s a good experience to see what we’ll be going up against at he end of the year. The thing that I like about our team is our confidence going into every game.”

Coach Jeff Bailey’s Tigers also got an 11th-place effort from Taylor Bailey, who put together 631 and 608 series for a 1,239 total. Also Kaylee Zukovich rolled an 1,171, which was good for 27th place, and Karlee Barton finished with an 1,136, which placed her 42nd.

West also saved its best game

for last, rolling a 1,033 for a 2,960 series after posting a 2,935 earlier.

Minooka rolled a 2,697 in the morning but missed advancing out to gold division by one spot. But it turned in a 2,947 in the afternoon win of the silver division title. It’s 5,644 total was the sixth-best of the day.

The Indians were led by Nora Russell, who followed up on a 535 with a 714 series for a 1,249 total, which was good for tenth. Carmella Russell had an 1,174 for 26th place and Kristina Sickler placed 44th with an 1,133.

Also in the gold division, Plainfield South finished ninth with a 5,488 while Lincoln-Way West was 11th with a 5,462 total. The Cougars went 2,819 in the morning and 2,669 in the afternoon, while the Warriors started with a 2,820 but concluded with a 2,642.

Leading the way for South was Paige Kwiatkowski, who took sixth with a 1,279. She

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rolled a 669 in the morning and followed with a 610. The Cougars also got a 16th-place showing from Cassie Bucaro, who went 627 and 593 for a 1,220 total.

“This was very exciting,” Kwiatkowski said. “Our team did really good and we stuck together throughout the whole day. This was our first time in the gold in a long time, so that felt good. I like how we all stick together and push each other and our spirits are always high.”

Lincoln-Way West was led

by Jessie Schram (1,141), who was 39th, Ellie Paul (1,133), who took 43rd and Makayla Turner (1,116), who placed 49th.

Plainfield East’s Kristin Ruzicka (1,147) was 37th, Plainfield North’s Elizabeth Auriemma (1,144) took 38th, Morris’ Amy Waldron (1,124) finished 47th, Plainfield Central’s Kristen Carr (1,123) took 48th and Lemont’s Kyla Owens (1,114) was 50th.

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Philadelphia at Toronto, 5 p.m.

Memphis at Miami, 5 p.m.

Utah at Oklahoma City, 6 p.m.

NHL WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Dallas 30 22 6 2 46 102 79 St. Louis 30 17 9 4 38 77 72 Blackhawks 30 16 10 4 36 81 75 Nashville 30 15 10 5 35 80 79 Minnesota 27 14 7 6 34 71 66 Winnipeg 30 14 14 2 30 82 91 Colorado 30 13 16 1 27 82 87 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Los Angeles 29 19 8 2 40 75 61 Vancouver 30 11 11 8 30 79 82 San Jose 28 14 13 1 29 75 76 Arizona 29 14 14 1 29 77 90 Edmonton 30 13 15 2 28 82 90 Anaheim 29 11 13 5 27 56 73 Calgary 28 12 14 2 26 73 99 EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Montreal 31 20 8 3 43 100 70 Detroit 30 16 8 6 38 78 77 Boston 28 16 9 3 35 91 77 Ottawa 30 15 10 5 35 92 90 Florida 30 14 12 4 32 76 74 Tampa Bay 30 14 13 3 31 71 68 Buffalo 30 12 15 3 27 72 83 Toronto 28 10 13 5 25 64 76 Metropolitan Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Washington 28 20 6 2 42 85 62 N.Y. Rangers 30 18 9 3 39 86 67 N.Y. Islanders 30 17 8 5 39 85 72 New Jersey 29 15 10 4 34 74 71 Pittsburgh 28 15 10 3 33 67 67 Philadelphia 30 12 12 6 30 62 83 Carolina 29 11 14 4 26 69 88 Columbus 31 11 17 3 25 74 93

NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss.

Saturday’s Results Boston 3, Florida 1 Buffalo 2, Los Angeles 1, OT Montreal 3, Ottawa 1 Washington 2, Tampa Bay 1 N.Y. Islanders 3, Columbus 2, OT St. Louis 3, Dallas 0 Colorado 3, Nashville 2 Carolina at Arizona (n) N.Y. Rangers at Calgary (n) Minnesota at San Jose (n) Sunday’s Games Vancouver at Blackhawks, 6 p.m.

New Jersey at N.Y. Islanders, 4 p.m.

Colorado at St. Louis, 5 p.m.

NEW YORK – Hand it to Derrick Henry.

Alabama’s bulldozer of tailback with the super-sized workload won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night after carrying the Crimson Tide offense for most of the season.

“I’m just so thankful to have this trophy,” Henry said. “It’s just a blessing and an honor.”

The 6-foot-3, 242-pound Henry is the second Alabama player to win the Heisman, joining running back Mark Ingram. Since Ingram won the award in 2009, it had gone to five straight quarterbacks.

night.

Jimmy Butler added 15 points for the Bulls, who trailed for most of the game.

Doug McDermott added 12 points for the Bulls. Joakim Noah and Nikola Mirotic each had 10.

It’s over: Bucks hand Warriors 1st loss

MILWAUKEE – The streak is over for the Golden State Warriors.

Their NBA-record start ended after 24 wins when the Milwaukee Bucks beat them 108-95 on Saturday night.

Golden State fell to 24-1.

Its 28-game winning streak, counting the final four games of Kane’s points streak last season, came to a halt. The No. 21 Navy tops Army for reaches 25 games in win NBA’s longest winning streak 14th straight win in series CHICAGO – Patrick Kane keeps was 33 by the Los Angeles LakPHILADELPHIA – With perfec- finding ways to add to his fran- ers in 1971-72 – and it was also chise-record points streak. On snapped by Milwaukee. tion at stake, Keenan Reynolds Friday night he made a timely ended his Navy career with a contribution to a tidy win for the Hill scores 22 as clean sweep against Army.

Blackhawks.

Illinois holds off UIC Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo Kane extended his streak to 25 CHICAGO – John Groce hasn’t just might leave the academy games with a power-play goal, always liked the way his Illinois the same way.

Corey Crawford stopped 25 basketball team has started or Reynolds rushed for two shots for his third shutout of the finished games early in a season touchdowns and threw for season, and the Hawks beat the when the Illini have battled another score to lead the No. Winnipeg Jets, 2-0. injuries and inconsistency.

21 Midshipmen to their 14th Jonathan Toews also scored But when Illinois needed to straight win over the Black during a man advantage, ending respond Saturday after their Knights, 21-17 on Saturday at a seven-game goal-scoring double-digit lead disappeared in Lincoln Financial Field. drought, as the Hawks won for the second half, Groce couldn’t Niumatalolo improved to 8-0 the third time in four contests complain with the result. against the Black Knights two and beat the Jets in Chicago for Malcolm Hill scored 22 points days before he is set to visit and Jalen Coleman-Lands added BYU to talk about the program’s the second time this week.

15 as the Illini beat UIC 83-79 for coaching vacancy.

Gasol, Brooks help their third straight win.

Bulls beat Pelicans Hill hit four straight free Cubs, Heyward agree to CHICAGO – Pau Gasol had 18 throws in the final minute to $184M, 8-year contract points and Aaron Brooks scored allow the Illini (6-5) to hold off CHICAGO – The Cubs already 15 of his 17 in the fourth quarter the Flames after fighting back boasted one of the best young from a late deficit. cores in baseball – and that was as the Bulls beat the New Orlebefore they added one of the top ans Pelicans, 98-94, Saturday – Wire reports

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Thursday’s Game Arizona 23, Minnesota 20 Sunday’s Games Washington at Bears, noon Detroit at St. Louis, noon San Diego at Kansas City, noon Buffalo at Philadelphia, noon San Francisco at Cleveland, noon New Orleans at Tampa Bay, noon Tennessee at N.Y. Jets, noon Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, noon Indianapolis at Jacksonville, noon Atlanta at Carolina, noon Seattle at Baltimore, noon Oakland at Denver, 3:05 p.m.

Dallas at Green Bay, 3:25 p.m.

New England at Houston, 7:30 p.m.

Monday’s Game N.Y. Giants at Miami, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 Tampa Bay at St. Louis, 7:25 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 19 N.Y. Jets at Dallas, 7:25 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 20 Bears at Minnesota, noon Atlanta at Jacksonville, noon Houston at Indianapolis, noon Carolina at N.Y. Giants, noon Tennessee at New England, noon Buffalo at Washington, noon Kansas City at Baltimore, noon Cleveland at Seattle, 3:05 p.m.

Green Bay at Oakland, 3:05 p.m.

Miami at San Diego, 3:25 p.m.

Cincinnati at San Francisco, 3:25 p.m.

Denver at Pittsburgh, 3:25 p.m.

Arizona at Philadelphia, 7:30 p.m.

WHAT TO WATCH Pro football Washington at Bears, noon, FOX Oakland at Denver, 3:05 p.m., CBS Dallas at Green Bay, 3:25 p.m., FOX New England at Houston, 7:20 p.m., NBC Pro hockey Vancouver at Blackhawks, 6 p.m., WGN Men’s basketball Syracuse at St. John’s, 11 a.m., FS1 St. Peter’s at Seton Hall,

1:30 p.m., FS1 NC State at South Florida, 3 p.m., ESPNU St. Joseph’s at Temple, 3 p.m., CBSSN La Salle at Villanova, 4 p.m., FS1 LSU at Houston, 4:30 p.m., ESPN2 Alabama at Clemson, 5 p.m., ESPNU Chicago St. at Northwestern, 6 p.m., BTN Women’s basketball Stanford at Texas, noon, ESPN

UCLA at Michigan, 1 p.m., BTN Winter sports Dew Tour, Men’s Ski Slopestyle, noon, NBC Golf PGA Tour, PNC Father/Son Challenge, Day 2, 1 p.m., TGC (same-day tape); 2 p.m., NBC (same-day tape) Soccer Premier League, Arsenal at Aston Villa, 7:30 p.m., NBCSN Bundesliga, Schalke 04 at FC Augsburg, 8:25 a.m., FS1

Premier League, West Bromwich Albion at Liverpool, 10 a.m., NBCSN Bundesliga, Eintracht Frankfurt at Borussia Dortmund, 10:25 a.m., FS2 Women, CONCACAF U-20 Championship, third place, teams TBD, 5 p.m., FS2 Women, international friendly, United States vs. China, 6:30 p.m., ESPN2 Women, CONCACAF U-20 Championship, final, teams TBD, 8 p.m., FS2

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WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct San Antonio 20 5 .800 Memphis 13 11 .542 Dallas 13 11 .542 Houston 12 12 .500 New Orleans 6 17 .261 W L Pct Oklahoma City 15 8 .652 Utah 10 11 .476 Portland 10 14 .417 Minnesota 9 13 .409 Denver 9 14 .391 Pacific Division W L Pct Golden State 24 1 .960 L.A. Clippers 14 10 .583 Phoenix 10 14 .417 Sacramento 9 15 .375 L.A. Lakers 3 21 .125

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NFL outfielders.

Free agent Jason Heyward agreed to a $184 million, eightyear contract with the Cubs, according to a person familiar with the negotiations.

The person spoke Friday on the condition of anonymity because the deal has not been announced.

The Cubs also has added pitchers John Lackey and Adam Warren along with infielder Ben Zobrist. Lackey, like Heyward, left the rival Cardinals for the Cubs and figures to be the Cubs’ No. 3 starter behind NL Cy Young Award winner Jake Arrieta and Jon Lester.

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EASTERN CONFERENCE Central Division W L Pct Cleveland 15 7 .682 Bulls 13 8 .619 Indiana 13 9 .591 Detroit 14 11 .560 Milwaukee 10 15 .400 Atlantic Division W L Pct Toronto 15 9 .625 Boston 14 10 .583 New York 10 14 .417 Brooklyn 7 16 .304 Philadelphia 1 23 .042 Southeast Division W L Pct Charlotte 14 9 .609 Miami 12 9 .571 Atlanta 14 11 .560 Orlando 12 11 .522 Washington 10 12 .455

Alabama’s Henry wins Heisman

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AREA ROUNDUP

No. 2 USF men improve to 10-0 SUBMITTED REPORTS JOLIET – Sparked by five double-digit scorers and a 27for-27 performance from the free-throw line, No. 2-ranked St. Francis men’s basketball team improved to 10-0 with a 91-73 win over Roosevelt University in Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference play Saturday at the Sullivan Center. With the victory, USF (5-0 CCAC) remained one of four undefeated teams in NAIA Division II. The teams played to a 3838 tie in the first half, but USF outscored the Lakers, 10-2, during the first three minutes of the second half and remained on top the rest of the way. Ilya Ilyayev, who grabbed a game-high eight rebounds, led all scorers with 21 points, his eighth game with 20 points or more.

Jens Kennedy added 15 points and seven boards,

while senior Edvinas Presniakovas tallied 13 points. Jake Raspopovich finished with 12 points and four assists and Iain Morison added 10 points off the bench.

On Thursday, the Saints won 94-78 over Governors State as Ilyayev scored 25 points and Kennedy added 23 points. Morison had 13 points and 11 rebounds in 15 minutes off the bench while Presniakovas added 11 points, including three 3-point field goals.

win.

with 25 points Friday, while Charnelle Reed score 22 points

Pipes led Lemont (4-3, 1-1) to its first SSC Blue win Friday with 20 points. Josh Rogers added nine points and Nick Wisz had seven.

and Molly Hallberg added sev- points to lift the No. 10-ranked en.

Saints to a Chicagoland ColSeneca 45, Sandwich 34: legiate Athletic Conference Claudia Paulson’s 16 points win Saturday at the Sullivan and 11 rebounds along with Center.

Paige Hacker’s 14 points and With its 16th consecutive five boards helped Seneca to regular-season victory over Thursday’s Interstate Eight an NAIA opponent and 11th win. in a row in CCAC regular-seaFamilies of Faith Christian 34, son play, USF improved to 10-1 Community Christian 20: Desti- overall and 5-0 in conference ny Villalejo led Faith Chris- action. tian (5-4, 3-0) on Friday with 20 The Saints scored 14 of the points and nine steals. game’s first 16 points en route to building a 20-11 lead after WRESTLING one quarter and never trailed.

L o c k p o r t 5 6 , H o m e - Roosevelt cut the deficit to 32wood-Flossmoor 16: Ronald 26 at the break, but USF outTucker (285), Brandon Ramos scored the Lakers 22-11 in the (126) and Baylor Fernandes third stanza to push its advan(138) had pins for the Porters tage to 54-37. in Friday’s SWSC Blue meet, In addition to leading all while George Wolfe (160) won scorers, Reed notched game by technical fall. highs with nine rebounds and five assists. Jordan also handWOMEN’S BASKETBALL ed out three assists and had a St. Francis 70, Roosevelt 60: pair of steals.

Lemont 63, Shepard 36: PJ Ryann O’Garek had 11 points and Kamari Jordan added 18

Gardner-South Wilmington 61, Grace Christian 41: Austin Kavanaugh made five 3-pointers to lead the Panthers (4-2, 1-0) to Friday’s RVC win.

Community Christian 70, Families of Faith Christian 61:

Amari Morgan and Jaylin Barnes both scored 15 points BOYS BASKETBALL and Caleb Blan and Cameron Lincoln-Way Central 58, An- Latour each added 10 for Faith drew 55: The Knights (5-1, 1-1) Christian (7-3, 3-2) in Friday’s won the SWSC Red game be- loss. hind Isaiah Malone (16 points), Jarret Gmazel (13 points) and GIRLS BASKETBALL Mitch Kwasigroch (12 points).

Lincoln-Way West 87, ThornLincoln-Way West 45, Thorn- ton 55: Emily Atsinger scored wood 43: Jon Marotta had 24 26 points for the Warriors (8points and eight rebounds 1, 3-1) in Friday’s SWSC Red and Marco Pettinato added 11 win. points and three assists for Providence 57, Lake Park 62: West (2-3, 1-1) in the SWSC Red Claire Paciga led the Celtics

Morris misses final four FTs Going on • MORRIS Continued from page 44

Madi Mayberry’s putback basket 25 seconds later restored the Morris lead for good, and a pair of Smith free throws padded it.

The closing seconds were closer than Morris would have preferred, however, largely because the Redskins missed their last four free-throw attempts.

The Maple Leafs actually went to the line with a chance to tie with 4.6 seconds on the scoreboard but missed the first of their two tries.

“There’s definitely a lot of pressure,” Smith said of the closing stages. “When it came down to it – the last free throws of the game – we were kind of getting nervous, started miss-

“When it came down to it – the last free throws of the game – we were kind of getting nervous, starting missing. I’m just really happy we pulled through with it.”

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ing. I’m just really happy we pulled through with it.”

Jurak supported Smith’s scoring with 13 points and matched Smith with seven rebounds for Morris, which received eight rebounds, two assists and four steals from Kayla Cryder.

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Grasping for miracles

Donations down for annual Christmas party for Joliet area at-risk youth

By DENISE M. BARAN–UNLAND dunland@shawmedia.com JOLIET – The sobering facts speak for themselves.

Donations are down for the eighth annual Done with Drugs Foundation Christmas Party, and Iris Pinnick – widow of foundation founder Michael Pinnick, who died July 4 from complications of lymphoma and lung cancer – knows exactly why.

“Michael’s voice is not out there,” Iris said. “My voice is not as strong as Michael’s.”

It will take a miracle, Pinnick said, to cover expenses for food (hot dogs, chips, juice and cookies), raffles (“We normally get computers, stereo systems and two bikes, a boy’s bike and a girl’s bike,” Iris said), winter coats and, of course, toys.

“We normally have about $3,000 to $4,000 by the beginning of December,” Iris said.

“This year, it wasn’t even $1,000.”

But Iris won’t disappoint the 250 kids – age newborn through 12 – who registered for the Dec. 20 party at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Iris said she is prepared to max out her credit cards or take out a loan. Christmas was Michael’s favorite holiday, Iris said, and this party was extremely important to him.

“He always said, ‘God didn’t save me just because,’ ” Iris said. “He saved me for a cause.”

The origin of the cause

In previous Herald-News stories, Michael discussed his long battle with addiction.

Seven times, he went to state prison; 48 times, he went to county jail.

While facing a 15-year sentence with the Illinois Department of Corrections for drug-related activity, Michael pleaded for God to save him.

The judge gave Michael one more chance and sent Michael to yet one more program.

More online Visit this article at TheHeraldNews.com to view a video of Iris Pinnick appealing for donations.

How to donate Send donations for the foundation’s Christmas party to Done with Drugs, 502 4th Ave., Joliet, Illinois, 60433. For information, call 815274-3130 or visit www.donewithdrugs.vpweb.com. grandson she is raising. McNair hopes the party continues for many years to come.

“It keeps the spirit of Christmas alive for children,” McNair said.

Volunteers from Mount Ebal Baptist Church in Lockport are coordinating the entertainment, Iris said. In addition, Michael’s two goddaughters – Jasmine and Anna Gatson, both in college now Eric Ginnard – eginnard@shawmedia.com – will perform a tribute praise Iris Pinnick of Joliet sits in the empty hall of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Joliet, where the eighth annual dance in his honor.

The girls met Michael in Done with Drugs Foundation Christmas Party will be held. Donations are down this year and Pinnick said 2003 when they were 11 and she is praying for a miracle.

7, respectively, after their Michael took the chance, beat these kids’ mouths hanging preached to partygoers, “Don’t mother, Linda Gatson-Rowe, of Joliet, met Michael at a local the addiction, self-published open in awe.” use drugs.” recovery group. Michael bea book about his experiences Iris grinned as she shared “He had such a big heart came their adopted uncle and and began the foundation.

Michael’s childlike enjoyment and was loved by many,” said Book proceeds help fund foun- of the festivities, including Tiffanie McNair, of Joliet, who mentor, Gatson-Rowe said.

“He was the guy they felt dation activities, including the the shopping. Michael picked has attended five of the Christannual Christmas party. up any toy that looked good. mas parties with children and comfortable talking with, Michael knew what two Many times, as soon as Migrandchildren and is planning so down-to-earth and open,” Gatson-Rowe said. “He was hours of holiday magic meant chael turned away, Iris was to attend this year. “I know someone who encouraged to kids who had nothing. No putting items back on the it won’t be the same without them. As they made changes Christmas trees. No Christmas shelf. him.” and decisions in their lives, gifts. No visits from Santa And where did Michael find McNair, who works as a they ran things by Mike.”

Claus. No hope. the kids? He distributed fliers medical assistant for a Joliet This year, Iris has a new “You should see the smiles through Joliet’s poorest neigh- rheumatology office, said emcee – Trenda Hampton of on these kids’ faces when San- borhoods, Iris said. So that’s when her four children were Joliet, Michael’s emcee sideta gives them a gift,” Pinnick what Iris and her volunteers young, Michael’s parties not kick in parties past, Iris said. said in a 2012 Herald-News sto- did this year, too. only provided the gifts she – She also has 20 volunteers At the party itself, Michael, a single mother – could not ry, “or their happiness when and, of course, a promised they take a picture with Santa who emceed the event, showed afford, they also ensured her and watch the praise dancers. his inner child, doing things kids had winter gear and food. appearance from Santa Claus.

No one comes to the projects to like mischievously swiping Accompanying McNair this She’s trusting the donations will follow and everything will year is her youngest child – sing Christmas carols, but at an entire row of cookies for work out. now 17 and a party volunteer the party, people are singing himself. Michael was truly “With God’s help, it will,” – and four of her six grandchilChristmas carols just for them. the life of the party – its joy Iris said. dren, including the 3-year-old It’s a beautiful thing to see and light, Iris said, even as he

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PEOPLE BRIEF Lewis University in Romeoville opens CaMS Maker Space

ROMEOVILLE – The equipment necessary to design and build 3D models and devices is now available at Lewis University.

The department of computer and mathematical sciences (CaMS) opened the CaMS Maker Space as an on-campus venue for students and faculty to design

and build gadgets, gizmos and works of art.

The CaMS Maker Space is located in the computer and mathematical sciences wing of the science center.

Senior computer science major Joe Block set up the lab as part of his independent study course in the fall semester.

It features five 3-D printers, a 3-D scan-

Channahon police cadets get vest grant

ner that creates mathematical models of objects and two design workstations.

The lab also includes computers and a desktop CNC mill that is capable of printing circuit boards.

The equipment has been used to create objects for the department display cases (including a full chess set), physical models of surfaces studied in Calculus III, and even small components for phys-

ics research experiments.

The CaMS Maker Space plans to host a variety of community outreach activities, including events for the Girls Create with Technology series.

For more information, contact Ray Klump at klumpra@lewisu.edu. Also visit www.flickr.com/photos/hannonpe/ to view photos of images already created.

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Lockport Township AFJROTC honors veterans

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Terry, Susan D’Arcy to chair yearly Caritas Scholarship Ball The HERALD–NEWS

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Terry and Sue D’Arcy will chair the 59th annual Caritas Scholarship Ball on Jan. 23 at the Bolingbrook Golf Club. auctions. Reservations are required no later than Jan. 4. Event and raffle tickets for the Caritas Scholarship Ball may be purchased at stfrancis.edu/caritas/rsvp. Event tickets are $300 per person.

Caritas seating is limited and event ticket requests will be processed on a first-come basis.

For sponsorships or tickets, contact Kori Beck at 815740-3717. For more information, visit www.stfrancis.edu/ caritas.

Second-graders learn about Potawatomi

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The second-grade classes at Arbury Hills School became experts on the Potawatomi Native Americans when they had a guest speaker from the Forest Preserve District of Will County. Kelli Parke came and taught the children how their lives are similar to and different from that of the Potawatomi. She also taught the children games the Potawatomi would play. Pictured are Julianna Barajas and Liam Kelly getting dressed like Potawatomi.

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The Lockport Township High School AFJROTC took part in the Veterans Day celebration this year at Willow Falls, a senior living community in Crest Hill, with a speech by M. Sgt. Andrew Kinne and a performance of the flag ceremony.

PEOPLE BRIEFS New Lenox resident is recipient of 2016 Conservation Farm Family award

NEW LENOX – The Robert “Joe” Gougar Farm of New Lenox Township will receive the Will South Cook Soil & Water Conservation District’s 2016 Conservation Farm Family Award.

Gougar and his wife, Elda Mae, have four children, son Douglas and daughters Laurel, Kimberly and Christine. The Gougar farm is at 21341 Gougar Road, Joliet.

He employs conservation tillage (100 percent no-till) with a corn-soybean rotation on approximately 500 acres of cropland in Will and Livingston counties. He manages his acreage with assistance from operator Gary Fritz.

Gougar grass strips near Sugar Run Creek to aid in improving water quality and to provide wildlife habitat. He has built several grassed waterways and a concrete block lined chute to handle overland flow by taking rainfall from his cropland to the downstream creek.

He will be presented with the award at the SWCD’s annual Recognition Dinner at 6:30 p.m.

March 10 at the Peotone Atrium in Peotone.

Tickets are $13 and will not be sold at the door.

To purchase tickets, call Kim Mitchell at 815462-3106, ext. 3.

Joliet Junior College still accepting registration for spring classes

JOLIET – There is still time to register for spring 2016 classes at Joliet Junior College, which begin Jan. 11.

Classes are available online and at JJC’s three campuses in Joliet and Romeoville and three education centers in Joliet, Frankfort and Morris.

Returning JJC students can go directly to eRe-

sources to register for classes. New students – or students that have not taken classes at JJC for more than one year – need to apply at www. jjc.edu/info/admissions or call the admissions office at 815-280-2493 To view all the spring courses offered at JJC and to register, visit eResources.

Liberty Junior High Student Council in New Lenox honors veterans

NEW LENOX – The Liberty Junior High Student Council in New Lenox hosted a breakfast and all-school assembly in which 40 local veterans attended on Veterans Day. The student-led assembly featured information about the history of Veterans Day as well as the meaning of the POW/MIA flag. Patriotic performances from the Liberty band, orchestra, and choir as well as a presentation of the colors by the Lincoln Way JROTC were also a part of the assembly. Liberty eighth-grader Miles Hagen performed taps.

Joliet Unity Movement hosting toy and winter clothing drive

JOLIET – The Joliet Unity Movement is accepting donations of toys, hats, coats and gloves through Saturday for children in the Joliet area.

Drop off new or gently used unwrapped toys to the Victory Centre of Joliet, 31 N. Broadway St., Joliet.

For more information about Joliet Unity Movement, call 815-324-2499. For more information about drop-off times at Victory Centre of Joliet, call Dajia Woods, community life manager, at 815-724-0308.

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JOLIET – The 59th annual Caritas Scholarship Ball will be celebrated Jan. 23 at the Bolingbrook Golf Club in Bolingbrook.

Event chairpersons are Terry and Susan D’Arcy of Joliet. University of St. Francis President Arvid C. Johnson and his wife, Anne, will host the event.

The D’Arcy family has attended every Caritas since the event’s inception in 1958. Terry’s parents, John and Jeannette, chaired Caritas in 1980, 1981 and again in 1987 with longtime friends LaVerne and Dorothy Brown, Byron and Marilyn Lee and Patrick and Eileen Webb.

Sue’s parents, Jack and Janice Patterson, helped to schedule for athletic teams, and participated in the golf outing and Brown & Gold fundraisers.

In 2015, 360 guests attended and helped raise $350,000 for student scholarships.

Entertainment will be provided by 7th Heaven. Dancing will follow dinner and

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Conservation group lauds JJC

Oakwood has community service club

The HERALD–NEWS JOLIET – The Conservation Foundation recently presented the 2015 Sustainable Development Award to Joliet Junior College for implementing numerous sustainable features on its 368acre campus, including 124 acres of natural landscaping and savanna, wetland, and prairie restoration.

Conservation Program Manager Jim Kleinwachter presented the award to professor Maria Rafac, who has served as the college’s sustainability coordinator for the past decade, at the foundation’s Fall Membership and Awards Dinner on Nov. 19 at Abbington Banquets in Glen Ellyn.

Sustainable features found on campus include 124 acres of natural landscaping; 65 acres of savanna, wetland, and prairie undergoing restoration; 57 percent decrease in waste since 1987 due to its recycling program; Leadership in Energy & Environ-

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Pictured are (from left) Joliet Junior College employees Cheryl Heeneman, Maria Rafac and Lee Neery with Program Manager Jim Kleinwachter of The Conservation Foundation. mental Design (LEED) registered greenhouse with a rain harvesting system; LEED Gold Certified Health Profession Center that is 30 percent more energy efficient than standard construction; low emission parking with charging stations for electric vehicles; 11-acre arboretum; and Calcareous Fen, with water drainage into Rock

Run Creek.

In addition, the college offers 18 courses in sustainability and a 6-week sustainability course for faculty. Student involvement includes water quality testing, seed collection and planting, and on-campus restoration programs.

For information visit theconservationfoundation.org.

Oakwood School has embarked on a community service club journey sponsored by the Lemont Rotary Club. The Early Act Program is designed to teach students about the importance of citizenship and leadership. Under the guidance of teachers Kristina Brenner and Carrie Clark, students are engaging in character-building activities and projects that benefit the school as well as local and global communities.

Lockport firefighter visits kindergartners

Indian Trail class learns about inventions The HERALD–NEWS FRANKFORT – The third-grade students at Indian Trail School read “Young Thomas Edison” and “Moving Pictures” in their reading classes.

They also read articles and nonfiction text such as Internet pages, magazine articles, newspapers, and brochures about amazing inventions.

In Technology Integration, the students researched famous inventors and made brochures using Wixie. Some students even developed their own inventions.

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Lockport firefighter Corey Alsip shows off the gear he must wear when fighting a fire to Lakewood Falls Elementary School kindergarteners during a visit Oct. 13. Alsip and Lt. Jeremiah Gericke visited the school to discuss fire safety with students.

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Pictured are MacKenzie Petrey, Shea Fernandes, Morgan Bailey, Caden Harnett and Noah Santiago.

PEOPLE BRIEF Lockport Township Science Team earns team trophy at Nov. 20 contest

LOCKPORT – For the first time in at least 10 years, the Lockport Township High School Science Team earned a team trophy at this year’s Milwaukee School of Engineering’s Opportunity Contest on Nov. 20. Senior Karol Styrczula was awarded a medal for the individual science com-

petition, and team members Dan Szleiga, Lucas Akksonis, Karol Styrczula, Arthur Caplinkas, Alex Garcia, Nolan Horan, Emiliy Hankins and Emily Zaplotosch took home the third place trophy for team competition. LTHS science teachers Karen Murphy and Bob Champlain helped select the team members and helped them prepare.

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Fifty students from Liberty Junior High School participated in a threehour leadership training workshop on Oct. 16 to kick off this year’s Liberty Leaders program. Liberty Leaders is a leadership program that features seventh- and eighth-grade students who were nominated by their peers.

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Pictured are (from left) Zachary Maielli, Samantha Gal, Jessica Gossen, Cherish Harvard-Frieson and Alyssa Plese. are nominated based upon character, citizenship, de-

pendability, academic performance and maturity.

Joliet Unity Movement speaks to students The HERALD–NEWS JOLIET – The Joliet Unity Movement had an opportunity to present to the students of Union School District 81 on Nov. 24.

Through interactive play and conversation, Joliet Unity Movement staff talked about the importance of taking care of the community, following instructions beyond the classroom, as well as problem solving and team building techniques.

One student won a tablet, and several students won gift cards for excellent participation.

For more information about Joliet Unity Movement, contact jolietunitymovement@gmail.com.

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Through interactive play and conversation, Joliet Unity Movement staff talked about the importance of taking care of the community.

Family Night for English learners

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William B. Orenic sixth-grader Olivia Olson, along with her great-grandmother Mary Mavec and her grandmother Sonja Depratt, represented Slovenia at the district’s Multicultural Night this month.

Sharing cultural heritage The HERALD–NEWS PLAINFIELD – William B. Orenic Intermediate School and Troy Middle School students celebrated their diverse heritage this month with the district’s third annual Multicultural Night, held in WBO’s cafeteria.

Students with family roots in Germany, Lithuania, Australia, Puerto Rico, Slovenia, Thailand, Ireland, Poland, the Philippines and the United Arab Emirates shared information about their families’ homelands with maps, cultural objects, literature and ethnic foods, and some with dress attire.

Fifth-grader Sophia Taylor was one of the students who shared her German ancestry.

Other students who presented were Nikki Sikes, Juveria Syeda, Ella French, Olivia Olson, Keanan Tibudan, Mark Harrelson, Zinnia Mannin, Julianna Byrne, Giovanna Torres, Spencer Chow, Zack Pierce, Baylee Foreman, Nicole Pieklo, Neveah Booth, Reagan Marks and Sara Spreitzer.

This was the first year Troy Middle School students were added to the William B. Orenic Intermediate School event. Teachers Beth Kowalczyk and Martha Paben organized the event.

Joliet Junior College’s Haunted 5K raises money for student scholarships

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The Dobrovits family enjoys the recent Family Night for English Language Learners in School District 157-C. The Frankfort Public Library, the district’s Family School Partnership and the Frankfort Park District also joined in this event. The focus was to make families aware of the resources available to them.

The JJC Foundation and Athletics Department partnered together for the first time to host the Haunted 5K Run in October, which raised a total of $40,300 for student scholarships, college programs and athletics. This event raised $4,000 more than the foundation’s standalone 5K, held in 2014. In all, 414 runners registered for the event.

For race results, visit www.jjc.edu/ info/5k.

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JOLIET – Joliet Central High School Students of the Month for December are Christopher Trevino, Lions Club; Kate Fanning, Kiwanis Club; Dominic Micheletto, Rotary Club; and Kolton Skeldon, Exchange Club.

Joliet West High School Students of the Month for December are Samantha Gal, Lions Club; Alyssa Plese, Kiwanis Club; Jessica Gossen, Rotary Club; Zachary Maielli, Exchange Club; and Cherish Harvard-Frieson, NAACP. Students of the Month

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BRIDGE by Phillip Alder

Do themes come in twos or threes?

CELEBRITY CIPHER

It is an old wive’s tale that unusual things happen in threes.

So, I am expecting to see today’s play theme again soon. It was in the book I reviewed yesterday, “Last Call in the Menagerie.” And here it is in “The Canterbury Bridge Tales”

by David Silver and Tim Bourke (Master Point Press).

This book is a collection of nine stories by Silver, each containing one or two deals from Bourke. Most of these are slams requiring some type of squeeze. This is the easiest in the book. How should South play in six spades after West leads the heart jack?

East made a modern weak jump overcall -- when nonvulnerable, pre-empt with a poor hand, even if the suit’s quality is wanting.

South’s four clubs was a control-bid expressing slam interest. North, although he had a minimum opening, did hold two aces, so he control-bid four hearts. Then Blackwood led to the slam.

Usually, when in a slam, you do best to count winners first; worry about losers second. Here, South has 12 tricks: five spades, two hearts, four diamonds and one club.

But to take those diamond winners, declarer must unblock her acequeen, draw trumps, then cross to the dummy to reach the king-jack.

What is that vital dummy entry?

Given the bad spade break, it must be in hearts.

So, South carefully threw her heart queen under dummy’s ace at trick one. She drew trumps, cashed her diamond honors, led a heart to force an entry to the dummy, and claimed.

ASK DOCTOR K Anthony L. Komaroff forget a hat.

• Cover your mouth and nose. This will warm the air as you inhale, making it easier to breathe on very cold or windy days.

• Wear shoes with rugged soles. You may need to trade in your regular walking shoes for a sturdier, hiking-style pair for better traction and more warmth.

• Get noticed. If you must walk when the light is dim, wear reflective gear so motorists can see you.

• Watch out for trouble signs. Head indoors at the first signs of frostbite (numbness, loss of feeling, or a stinging sensation in your fingers or toes) or hypothermia (intense shivering).

• Stay hydrated. You can become dehydrated in the winter, too. Drink plenty of water before you begin your walk.

You also may need to carry water with you.

Always check with your doctor before exercising in cold weather if you have health conditions such as asthma, heart problems or Raynaud’s disease that can be made worse by the cold.

Some avid walkers (not joggers) have a preferred winter walking alternative, eliminating the need for all of the above advice.

They drive to a large indoor mall and walk briskly around the mall for 30 to 60 minutes at least five days a week.

That’s worth considering.

• Write to Dr. Komaroff at www.askdoctork. com or Ask Doctor K, 10 Shattuck St., Second Floor, Boston, MA 02115.

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Dear Dr. K : Last year I started a walking exercise program in the spring.

But by winter, the cold temperatures drove me indoors.

This year, I’d like to keep walking yearround. Any advice?

Dear Reader : Exercising in winter can be difficult, and many avid walkers get derailed when temperatures drop. But with the right clothing and preparation, almost any type of weather can be walking weather: • Warm up indoors.

Cold air can make the transition to workout mode tougher. Doing an exercise warmup indoors will take stress off your heart and make winter walking feel easier.

• Dressing in layers helps you stay warm and dry. Remove and replace layers during your walk as needed.

First layer: Start with a light synthetic fabric, such as CoolMax or polypropylene, closest to your skin on top and bottom. It will pull sweat away from your skin and dry quickly.

Second layer: This is your insulation. Look for a fleece, sweater or sweatshirt made of a synthetic fabric like Polartec or a wool blend that provides warmth while wicking away moisture. (Avoid cotton because it stays wet.)

Third layer: This one protects you from wind, rain or snow. A waterproof or water-resistant breathable jacket and pants, such as those made of Gore-Tex, will keep you warm and dry.

• Protect extremities. Wear a thin, moisture-wicking pair of gloves underneath heavier mittens or gloves. That way you can remove the outer layer without exposing your skin if your hands get sweaty. And don’t

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DEAR ABBY Jeanne Phillips readers to appreciate whom and what they have. Don’t wait for a “special” day.

Call the people you love today and tell them how much they mean to you. I’m calling my mother now. –

Mike In new Orleans Dear Mike: I’m sorry for

the losses of your father, your best friend, your partner and John. I’m passing your message along because I, too, believe the time to hand roses to those we care about is when they are still able to smell them.

Dear Abby: A few weeks ago, I finished knitting a baby blanket for a good friend. Shortly afterward, she miscarried. I hadn’t yet given her the blanket, and now I’m not sure what to do with it.

It seems heartless to send it to her now, but after putting so much time and love into it, throwing it away or re-gifting it seems like a terrible option. How can I put this item to good use and cause as little pain as possible? – Anxious Knit-

ter In The Midwest Dear Anxious: It would

not be “re-gifting” to give the blanket to someone, since you never gave it in the first place. As I see it, you have a couple of options. You could hold onto it in case your friend becomes pregnant again.

Or how about donating it to a worthy cause, such as a domestic violence shelter or Project Linus (projectlinus. org), which provides blankets to children in need?

I’m sure if you do, it would be appreciated.

• Write to Dear Abby at www.dearabby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

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Dear Abby: I have been married to my amazing husband for two years. He has worked his butt off to put me through school, and I am appreciative and thankful.

He recently has been offered a promotion, which means we will have to move from the South to the Midwest. Though I’m not a fan of the idea, I agreed it would be best for us. I grew up in the North, and took the chance to move down south at 18 because I was miserable there. I hate the possibility that I’ll be miserable again, and I’m afraid I may end up resenting my husband.

If he passes up this opportunity, he may not get another. How can I curb my resentment for having to move to another state I’m pretty sure I won’t be happy in? – Florida Girl, For Now Dear Florida Girl: One way would be to recognize that you no longer are the miserable 18-year-old girl you were when you moved down south. You have matured, you have a successful marriage and you won’t be returning alone. Once you relocate, involve yourself in the community so you can make new friends. And last (but not least), because people are about as happy as they make up their minds to be, decide to make the best of this opportunity and allow yourself to be happy.

Dear Abby: I lost my best friend to AIDS in 1995, my father to cancer in 2006 and my husband/lifetime partner to a heart attack in 2007.

My greatest support, John, moved away the following year. A father, friend and partner – too many losses.

John filled the holes in my heart, but he’s also gone now, from leukemia.

I mourn my losses, but cherish the love I have been given. Please remind your

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TRANSACTIONS JOLIET

$86,000, 1124 N May St, Joliet 60435-4414, 07-05-403-003-0000, Anthony R Gust to Amy Anderson, Oct. 28 $160,000, 1219 Wilcox St, Joliet 60435-4255, 07-04-120-019-0000, Keith Murray to Jose Miguel Guzman, Nov. 5 $56,000, 1213 John St, Joliet 604356833, 07-08-310-036-0000, Shirley L Smith Estate to Crisoforo Solorzano Arellano & Natali Alvarez Ramirez, Oct. 22 $64,000, 1203 Schriber Ave, Joliet 60435-3925, 07-05-327-028-0000, Patricia A Falletti to Thomas K Mcevilly & Karen R Mcevilly, Oct. 29 $133,000, 1231 Albert Dottavio Dr, Joliet 60431-1669, 06-02-211-0080000, Anthony Montello to Gilberto Reyes & Ana Reyes, Nov. 2 $88,000, 1202 Frederick St, Joliet 60435-4102, 07-05-228-008-0000, Wells Fargo Bank to Kimberly Williams, Oct. 8 $105,000, 1115 N Raynor Ave, Joliet 60435-4548, 07-05-407-031-0000, Abri Cu to Alan Moore, July 29 $150,000, 2417 Par Four Ct, Joliet 60436-1074, 06-13-204-024-1000, Randolph Trust to Roy T Heddins, Nov. 6 $125,000, 105 Saint Joseph Ave, Joliet 60436-1138, 07-18-101-0030000, James P Holehan to John C Kuta, Oct. 14 $46,000, 1026 Antram St, Joliet 60432-1306, 07-02-310-036-0000, Aqua M Wright to Joaquin Campos Tinajero, Oct. 3 $79,000, 1017 Murphy Dr, Joliet 60435-2837, 06-01-300-008-0000, Hud to Michael Incavo, Nov. 6 $175,000, 1014 Edinburgh Ct, Joliet 60431-7518, 06-03-326-094-0000, Eva G Sebastian to Aldo Frausto, Nov. 5 $79,000, 1005 Helen Ave, Joliet 60433-2715, 07-22-114-009-0000, Jennifer Nixon to Oscar A Ochoa Lazo & Oscar A Ochoa Claros, Nov. 5 $80,000, 2317 Francine Ave, Joliet 60436-1173, 07-18-100-011-0000, James M Thornton Jr to Jaqueline Lambert, Sept. 29 $43,000, 126 Pleasant St, Joliet 60436-1648, 07-16-119-005-0000, Golden Eagle Community Bank to Jorge Valdivia & Yadira Valdivia, Nov. 5 $300,000, 1321 Tiger Lily Ln, Joliet 60435-3984, 07-05-116-060-0000, Jeffery A Carey to Daniel Robles, Oct. 29 $177,000, 1705 N Autumn Dr, Joliet 60431-8530, 03-35-452-001-0000, Donald C Martin to Michael A Mcdowell & Tara C Mcdowell, Nov. 9

$110,000, 1421 N Prairie Ave, Joliet 60435-4125, 07-05-214-019-0000, Classic Investments LLC to Carol L Clarke, Oct. 28 $110,000, 2101 Dartmoor Dr, Joliet 60435-3312, 07-06-103-007-0000, Linda S Jenco to Thomas L Bjorklund, Oct. 16 $117,000, 207 Ingalls Ave, Joliet 60435-4338, 07-04-213-018-0000, Gregory M Minarich to Susan L Allison, Nov. 6 $121,000, 1005 Greenleaf Dr, Joliet 60436-9722, 06-24-102-019-0000, Hud to Ernest French, Nov. 9 $56,500, 1500 Woodbridge Rd Apt 1f, Joliet 60436-1345, 07-17-114001-1000, Richard Whyte to Maria L Hernandez, Sept. 22 $171,000, 1501 Taylor St, Joliet 60435-5737, 07-08-106-021-0000, Matthew Middleton to Tyra Crabtree, Nov. 10 $85,000, 1501 Woodbridge Rd Apt 2f, Joliet 60436-1339, 07-17-100060-1000, Laura Ann Snyder to Joe Sandridge & Tanya Sandridge, Oct. 15 $99,000, 204 S Midland Ave, Joliet 60436-1306, 07-17-105-058-0000, Pnmac Mortgage Opportunity Fun to Maryam Hussain & Mufaddal Lokhandwala, Nov. 4 $185,000, 1532 Spencer Rd, Joliet 60433-9536, 07-25-100-023-0000, First American Bank Trustee to Juan Martin Gomez, Nov. 4 $47,000, 1917 Tawny Ct, Joliet 60435-3799, 07-06-205-060-1000, Va to Jose Victor Garcia, Nov. 17 $115,000, 1915 Cinnamon Ct, Joliet 60435-3791, 07-06-205-070-1000, Barbara J Wismer to Mary Anne Foran, Oct. 30 $116,000, 1312 Hosmer St, Joliet 60435-4010, 07-05-218-006-0000, Emily Lauterbach to Maricela Navarrda, Oct. 28 $220,000, 3009 Indian Springs Ct, Joliet 60435-1787, 03-24-309-0120000, Fannie Mae to Anton Collins, Oct. 22 $130,000, 503 Palladium Dr E, Joliet 60435-5641, 07-07-206-019-0000, Marquette Bank Trustee to Ordell P Kuno & Maria I Kuno, Nov. 2 $180,000, 2907 Bloomfield Dr, Joliet 60436-9745, 06-24-101-0300000, Tcf National Bank to Macanthony Brown, Oct. 20 $180,000, 3715 Hennepin Dr, Joliet 60431-9222, 03-26-103-014-0000, John R Linneman to Rafael Ornelas, Oct. 21 $140,000, 3709 Harms Rd, Joliet 60435-9044, 03-24-218-032-0000, Megan Bokuniewicz to Courtney E Shoevlin & Anthony M Cortez, Oct. 23 $239,500, 3617 Thoroughbred Ln, Joliet 60435-9003, 03-24-209020-0000, Nicholas R Onyszczak to Matthew S Blacklock & Kory Blumer, Oct. 22 $191,000, 507 Whiteside Ct, Joliet 60435-9423, 06-12-107-004-0000, Ebl Leasing LLC to Rodney Wiskow,

Oct. 9 $95,000, 3001 Heritage Dr Apt 102, Joliet 60435-4776, 06-12-310-0011000, Nancy R Malone to Marianne Delay, Sept. 24 $160,000, 4718 Orrefors Ct, Joliet 60431-7501, 06-03-326-068-0000, First Bank Of Manhattan Ttee to James T Higgins, Nov. 5 $95,000, 301 E Benton St, Joliet 60432-2301, 07-10-306-028-0000, Daniel Robles to Nelson Robles, Oct. 29 $165,000, 3101 Covered Bridge Way, Joliet 60435-0616, 06-01-102046-1000, Sandra M Haggerty to Kristen M Mcpherson, Oct. 13 $165,000, 3103 Bloomfield Dr, Joliet 60436-9702, 06-24-101-010-0000, Df Properties LLC to Justin Scott Johnson & Megan Irene Johnson, Oct. 22 $144,000, 3133 Jo Ann Dr, Joliet 60431-1530, 03-35-105-020-0000, James Hennings to Dana Digiovanni & Clayton Kluge, Nov. 12 $52,500, 322 Dewey St, Joliet 60436-2137, 07-16-125-010-0000, Us Bank Trust Na Trustee to Jesus Sanchez & Yvania Sanchez Arias, Oct. 19 $190,000, 3148 Jeffrey Dr, Joliet 60435-4925, 06-12-301-017-0000, Jerome M Geers to Patricia A Peterson, Nov. 9 $145,000, 3472 Pandola Ave, Joliet 60431-2842, 06-02-208-015-0000, Wayne S Paney to David A Sunde & Karen M Sunde, Oct. 28 $125,000, 600 Mack St, Joliet 60435-5924, 07-08-211-009-0000, Betty M Stoxen to Rebecca Harvalis, Oct. 30 $87,500, 608 N Center St, Joliet 60435-6236, 07-09-216-017-0000, Df Properties LLC to Bradley Renzi, Oct. 22 $237,000, 608 Kungs Way, Joliet 60435-8008, 06-12-210-021-0000, First Midwest Bank Trustee to Bradley A Sohol, Oct. 23 $42,500, 2509 Gael Ave, Joliet 60435-1332, 03-25-317-014-0000, Diane Lynn Prillwitz to Gayle Denise Quinlan, Oct. 6 $75,000, 554 Market St, Joliet 60436-2163, 07-16-322-011-0000, Jocelyn Fairley to Jason A Lee & Brittany Lee, Sept. 30 $127,500, 2528 Harbor Dr, Joliet 60431-1076, 03-26-402-057-1000, Lenore C Barren Estate to James Harris & Donna Harris, Nov. 2 $147,875, 611 Ann St, Joliet 604355601, 07-07-119-026-0000, Hud to Juan Carlos Hernandez, Nov. 9

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$142,000, 204 Dundee Dr, Lockport 60441-2722, 04-13-308-009-0000, Kenneth Wayne Watkins to Sean Charles & Lindsay Walla, Oct. 15 $416,000, 16600 W Deerwood Dr, Lockport 60441-6108, 05-31-302012-0000, M C Custom Homes Inc to Richard J Roberts & Margarita L Pozzo Diborgo, Oct. 23

$310,000, 17043 S Auburn Ridge Dr, Lockport 60441-4005, 04-26429-025-0000, Aziz Ozerdinc to Mohamed Younis & Rania Younis, Nov. 17 $110,000, 17423 Yakima Dr, Lockport 60441-8839, 05-30-405-0080000, Fannie Mae to Greg Kurinec, Nov. 5 $200,000, 111 W Circle Dr, Lockport 60441-2718, 04-13-304-016-0000, Jennifer Iverson to Scott M Rossi, Oct. 29 $125,000, 17626 Gilbert Dr Unit 1102d, Lockport 60441-1100, 0531-202-061-1000, Hud to Shannon Mannix, Nov. 4 $150,000, 17427 Tanglewood, Lockport 60441-4664, 05-30-412025-0000, Anna Pawlikowska to Ramon Romero, Sept. 23 $177,500, 17216 S Huron Ct, Lockport 60441-4266, 05-30-309027-0000, Jp Morgan Chase Bank to Joseph Majchrowicz, Sept. 30 $154,000, 16827 S Sunset Ridge Ct, Lockport 60441-7678, 05-30-206010-0000, Sandra K Haissig to Craig Popernik, Oct. 27 $86,200, 16510 Teton Dr, Lockport 60441-7694, 05-30-315-012-0000, Hsbc Bank Usa Trustee to William Mckeever & Shannon Mckeever, Oct. 16 $215,000, 3360 Legacy Dr, Lockport 60441-3957, 03-24-404-001-0000, Christopher S Whitefleet to David E Downey & Gail Downey, Nov. 6 $170,000, 15050 Sagebrush Ln, Lockport 60441-1350, 05-28-103-0111004, Nicholas A Feipel to Janet G Anderson, Oct. 2 $295,000, 16400 Lakeside Dr, Lockport 60441-7024, 05-19-401-0190000, Kyle Corso Mork to Thomas J Roulo & Rene Roulo, Oct. 6 $241,500, 1238 E Collingwood Dr, Lockport 60441-3372, 04-13-415-0060000, Melinda S Compton to Michelle L Schulthies, Oct. 30 $434,500, 18021 Prairie Ridge Way, Lockport 60441-1002, 05-32-308003-0000, Brian Wille Construction Inc to Jonathan Finn & Elizabeth K Finn, Nov. 4 $364,000, 16355 Springview Dr, Lockport 60441-1513, 05-19-404-0030000, Yolanda Martinez to Nebojsa Vasilic, Oct. 21 $237,500, 15005 S Preserve Dr Unit 37, Lockport 60441-8107, 04-12-406016-1000, Karin A Ankofski to Pijus Kuzma, Oct. 2 $200,000, 14945 Archer Ave, Lockport 60441-2256, 04-12-301-0120000, Elizabeth J Czuchra to Francisco Estrada & Carlos Ruiz, Nov. 6

PLAINFIELD

$312,000, 11329 Highland Dr S, Plainfield 60585-1961, 01-21-202071-0000, Lydia A Kuyawa to Jeremy Edmund & Cristina Maria Ziccarelli, Oct. 16 $360,000, 13354 Jones Ct, Plainfield

60585-7497, 01-32-405-033-0000, Lynette M O Leary to Bert F Swensen, Nov. 9 $168,000, 6200 Smokey Ridge Dr, Plainfield 60586-5459, 03-32-303041-0000, Saleem Mohammed to John M Dyer & Dayna Dyer, Oct. 7 $179,000, 5304 Aladdin Ct, Plainfield 60586-7596, 06-04-106016-0000, Jesus Jose Diaz to Joaquin Botello & Teresa Botello, Nov. 18 $365,000, 13232 Birdseye Ct, Plainfield 60585-2787, 01-31-405032-0000, John S Davis to Hilario Gonzalez, Oct. 26 $205,500, 2214 Red Hawk Dr, Plainfield 60586-5381, 03-32-208069-0000, Brian P Kidd to Roscoe Dowling, Nov. 2 $149,000, 13863 S Mandarin Ct, Plainfield 60544-9336, 04-06-282017-0000, Sheehan Trust to Edward Dziedzic, Oct. 22 $305,000, 16335 S Lexington Dr, Plainfield 60586-1077, 03-22-303015-0000, Timothy J Conforti to Grady R Shipp Jr & Mayra R Shipp, Nov. 16 $145,000, 24909 Franklin Ln Unit 31, Plainfield 60585-2199, 01-20405-031-1000, Fannie Mae to Joel Godinez, Nov. 3 $225,000, 2806 Sierra Ave, Plainfield 60586-1118, 03-30-103-0070000, Kristen N Schultz to Amadeo Lopez & Sandra Lopez, Oct. 30 $166,000, 23513 W Gagne Ln, Plainfield 60586-9013, 03-27-203-0060000, David Guzzo to Christopher Mahoney, Oct. 20 $250,000, 13127 Blackstone Ln, Plainfield 60585-5558, 01-33-307002-0000, Us Bank Na Trustee to Sandra Wendland, June 5 $475,000, 23839 W Industrial Dr N, Plainfield 60585-8569, 01-27303-014-1000, 23839 Partnership to Jonathan Cox, Sept. 18 $174,000, 1310 Green Trails Dr, Plainfield 60586-7616, 06-04-107020-0000, Nicole M Lareau to Sedrick E King, Nov. 6 $280,000, 11862 Presley Cir, Plainfield 60585-2194, 01-20-401-0220000, Jason Abernathy to Redouane Edders & Nicole Edders, Nov. 3 $147,000, 2531 Stonybrook Dr, Plainfield 60586-6689, 03-28-309031-0000, Vicky L Bisbach to Daniel E Hubbard, Nov. 4 $95,000, 12509 Shenandoah Trl, Plainfield 60585-4709, 01-30-405011-0000, Djk Custom Homes Inc to Lawrence P Kelly & Hw Kelly, Oct. 30 $308,000, 11929 Winterberry Ln, Plainfield 60585-5693, 01-29-202071-0000, Christopher A Noyes to S Naseem Ahmad & Kausak N Ahmad, Nov. 17 $215,000, 5112 Pontigo Glen Dr, Plainfield 60586-4028, 06-04-206006-0000, Grady Shipp Jr to Jeffrey Meyer & Emily Dejule, Nov. 5

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$150,000, 1609 Sierra Highlands Dr, Plainfield 60586-5708, 03-32-406004-0000, Sundeep Singh to Kulbir $510,000, 12115 Red Clover Ct, Singh & Kulbir K Singh, Oct. 28 Plainfield 60585-7814, 01-29-201$183,000, 21202 W Walnut Dr, 034-0000, Cartus Financial Corp to Plainfield 60544-6450, 04-06-177Michael J Hazell & Kathryn M Hazell, 102-0000, Annetta M Smeltzer to Oct. 7 Annette Delaurenti & Jeannette $214,000, 21903 W Knollwood Dr, Delaurenti, Oct. 7 Plainfield 60544-7038, 03-01-204$140,000, 21703 W Empress Ln, 019-0000, Shauns S Farrell to Ricardo Plainfield 60544-6321, 04-06-117-014Banuelos & Raquel A Banuelos, Oct. 22 0000, Louise Margaret Schultz Estate $254,500, 12161 Magnolia Ct, to Frank J Ostrowski Iii & Bonnie L Plainfield 60585-5492, 01-28-207024-0000, Michael B Addari to Robert Ostrowski, Oct. 21 $202,000, 3005 Ruth Fitzgerald Dr, F Bernard, Nov. 6 Plainfield 60586-6632, 03-30-212$365,000, 13154 Lake Mary Dr, 012-0000, Frederick A Barzycki to Plainfield 60585-2648, 01-35-403Eric R Compton & Nicole A Compton, 035-0000, Dariusz Prochniak to Nov. 13 Terrance Cottrell & Michelle Cottrell, $190,839, 1612 Golden Ridge Dr, Nov. 16 Plainfield 60586-5469, 03-32-301$176,000, 1802 Blue Ridge Dr, 014-0000, Will County Tax Deed Clerk Plainfield 60586-5112, 03-32-301-071- to Lynden Durham & Erika Ortiz, Oct. 0000, Saleem Mohammed to Rogelio 30 Cortz, Nov. 12 $240,000, 1906 Prairie Trail Ct, $272,500, 21332 W Redwood Dr, Plainfield 60586-8666, 03-33-407Plainfield 60544-6470, 04-06-104028-0000, Kevin Brady to Ashlee M 040-0000, Tabb Trust to William M Sackman & William Brabec, Nov. 2 Birch & Angela Birch, Nov. 6 $232,500, 6303 Brunswick Dr, $189,000, 1506 Major Dr, Plainfield Plainfield 60586-5845, 03-32-10560586-5030, 06-05-201-014-0000, 067-0000, Trevor Wood to Marcus W Lisa Nicodemus to Jefery J Cmolik & Brightwell & Leslie A Devera, Oct. 16 Jennifer M Carter, Nov. 10 $181,500, 21050 W Walnut Dr, Plain$178,000, 21144 W Covington Dr, field 60544-6440, 04-06-255-060Plainfield 60544-7345, 04-06-4050000, 21050 Walnut Trust to Keith E 009-0000, Patrick J Riehl to Carlos Wiegel & Glynis R Wiegel, Oct. 30 Gonzalez & Viviana Gonzgalez, Oct. 14 $286,500, 16136 Chablis Ln,

Plainfield 60586-8288, 03-21-202004-0000, Matthew Stiles to David P Jankowski & Deborah Jankowski, Aug. 14 $201,000, 1812 Baring Ridge Dr, Plainfield 60586-2901, 03-31-410003-0000, Fannie Mae to James M Olbera, Oct. 12 $149,900, 21721 W Empress Ln, Plainfield 60544-6321, 04-06-117-0210000, Hupp Iii Trust to Susan B Kass, Nov. 17 $189,000, 14630 Thomas Jefferson Dr, Plainfield 60544-4424, 03-09104-052-0000, Kurt Watson to Kelly J Herbst & Henry Scott, Oct. 16 $185,000, 14616 Thomas Jefferson Dr, Plainfield 60544-4424, 03-09104-051-0000, Mark J Benakovich to Bharat Patel & Sudha Patel, Oct. 27 $224,000, 1902 Larkspur Dr, Plainfield 60586-7840, 03-33-304-0250000, Michael J Almaguer to Todd J Carlton, Oct. 29

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$145,000, 171 Mountain Laurel Ct, Romeoville 60446-4251, 04-07-204123-0000, Lindsey M Loughran to James A Rechenmacher & Adam J Rechenmacher, Oct. 12 $127,000, 612 Iola Ave, Romeoville 60446-1217, 02-33-205-030-0000, Thomas Lawrence Surinak Estate to Alexander Suggs & Holly Suggs, Oct. 30 $220,000, 1756 Gleneagle Ct,

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Recent remodel:flooring, paint, white trim & 2-panel Remodeled 2-3 BR Ranch. Family room 3 BR, 2.5 Baths, 2 car garage 2 story home. Remoddoors, SS appliances, new CAC, granite countertops, w/woodburning stove. Heated 2 car garage. Good eled all fixtures, flooring, paint,trim, exterior doors thermal windows & moret Call for more details. location. Call for more details. & paver brick patio. All new SS appliances,granite countertops, FP in FR. Call for more details.

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13910 S. WELLER DR., PLAINFIELD, 60544 $209,900!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to own this beautiful quad level, with 3 large bedrooms and two full baths, in great North Plainfield location near I-55! Stunning lot with professional “hardscape” design throughout backyard! Home is in pristine condition and move-in ready! Oversized side load two and a half car garage with plenty of storage space. large living room and dining room with hardwood flooring, and gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry and all appliances! Lower level boasts newer carpet in family room with adjacent mud room, washer and dryer included. Full basement! Second level features all hardwood floored bedrooms with large closets! Home warranty included. Call Kathy Dames today of RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals 815-741-5082!

QUICK CLOSE READY!

2906 REFLECTION CT., PLAINFIELD

Superb condition and custom built home on a wooded 1/2 acre in Shorewood. Large eat-in kitchen

• Incredible 4 Bedroom Home Nestled on Quiet Cul-De-Sac!

updated and includes all appliances. The family room features a brick masonry fireplace & large windows

• Dramatic 2-Story Foyer Opens to Formal Living & Dining Room! Den/Office & Full Bath!

overlooking backyard & patio. Spacious master suite & secondary bedrooms, finished basement, oversized

• Eat-In Kitchen with All Appliances Overlooks Family Room!

• Enjoy the Panoramic Views of the Water From Your Large Patio!

• Huge Master Suite with Soaring Ceilings & Private Bath!

• Priced to Sell in the LOW $200s!

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CATHEDRAL AREA RANCH – CHECK THIS ONE OUT!

LAKE FORREST BEAUTY!

Move right in to this absolutely spotless 3BR, 1 1/2 bath home that’s been lovingly maintained! Charming curb appeal, outstanding fenced yard w/a wide variety of beautiful perennials & large patio, newer furnace, C/A, water softener & water heater, superbly finished bsmt w/rec room & custom oak bar, 2 car garage, more! $148,900 – Call Nancy Hibler at 815-263-5791 today!

Famous 1 of a kind sprawling 4 acre 11,000 sq. ft. estate with pond-poolhouse & award winning pool!

Outstanding custom features in every corner! 1st floor 1,100 sq. ft. master suite. 4 fireplaces, 5 bedrooms, 3 staircases, finished walk-out basement w/home theatre! Shorewood. Realtor Owned.

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

Kathy Dames RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals 815.693.8336

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EACH OFFICE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED.

REALTY OF JOLIET 3033 W. JEFFERSON ST. STE. 101, JOLIET

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Contemporary 3600+ square foot ranch on 5 acres with an extra large outbuilding and in-ground pool! (Make sure to look at the photos) 4 bedrooms * 3 full bathrooms * 3 car garage * 2 brick fireplaces * Wet bar in family room * Full basement * Screened-in porch * Two gazebos * Vaulted and tray ceilings * Just minutes from I-80 * Much more, so schedule a private viewing today!

RON & DARLENE GERSCH 815-741-5658

BURNEVA MCCULLUM 779-279-4711 3905 JAGUAR CT.

and 6 foot privacy fenced rear yard. Newer roof and siding. 2 car garage. Quiet cul-de-sac street. Troy schools. $174,900.

CAROL BOLAND 815-354-2102

KEN SAIEG 815-741-5656 320 LIME ST., JOLIET – $109,000

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2388 sq. ft. on main floor plus an extra large recreation room in basement. Updated kitchen, brand new roof & carpet plus new heating system 2014. Call today for your preview and for more details.

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WESTSIDE SPRAWLING BRICK RANCH – $235,000

Price reduced! Great family home with 2 bedrooms and a possible third or den with formal dining and living rooms, kitchen, and family room. 1.5 car garage and a partially finished basement. Tile, carpeting, and hardwood flooring.

Large fenced-in yard with a peach tree and grapes – Well maintained – Call Nancy Freeman (815-530-5633) or email at nfreeman221@comcast.net

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Potential abounds with this 5 bdrm country home on 7 acres. In addition to country charm, it’s a profit center with 2 grain bins & corn crib bringing in income and several acres share cropped.

Has 60’ x 70’ steel bldg in excellent condition with office & bath.

Plus other out buildings. Home has original hdwd & plank flooring & exotic kitchen w/modern conveniences. Priced at... $335,000.

VISIT THIS PROPERTY AT: www.CarolBoland.com

kitchen. Wet bar in the partially finished basement. Huge deck

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+ IR physicians perform minimally-invasive vascular cases on a daily basis.

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FANTASTIC HOME IN LAKE LAWN!

Wonderful ranch on Joliet’s west side! Nestled in the lovely Lake Lawn subdivision this fully remodeled and spacious ranch will dazzle you! Simply gorgeous, it features 4 bedrooms, two full baths, wood floors, granite counter tops, SS appliances, huge living room, soaring ceilings in family room, master bath with whirlpool tub, main floor laundry, new roof, deck, massive basement and much more. Seeing is believing! 304 Lake Lawn Ct. Midland to Buell east to Lake Lawn Ct. $259,900. Wow!!!

Very nice and newer 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home. Beautiful kitchen cabinets and counter tops. Double vanity bedroom level bath. Hardwood floors in the livng room and formal dining room. Ceramic kitchen and baths. Full finished basement with a 3rd bath. Hi-efficiency furnace and water heater. Virtually movein condition. Go to hometelosfirst.com and hudhomestore.com for information and education. Call Burneva McCullum for help or questions at 779-279-4711.

+ IR physicians are highly specialized in the use and interpretation of ultrasound images of the leg and can detect other abnormalities.

+ We utilize board-certified technologists to assist the physician with your care.

CAROL BOLAND 815-354-2102

Charming Cape Cod style home! All the work has been done. Bathroom has been updated. The whole home has a fresh coat of paint. the downstairs carpet has just been replaced. The appliances including washer and dryer stay. The kitchen has newer ceramic back splash. The windows are new. The furnace and air conditioner are newer. The electric is updated. This home is exceptionally “clean” and well cared for. The full basement is very usable. There is a carport in the back.

This home is a great plae to live or wonderful income property. Close to schools.

+ Shows immediate improvement.

+ IR physicians have the highest level of training in the imaging of vascular anatomy.

The Golden Phoenix. Carry out Chinese Restaurant. Incredible opportunity for Sale or Lease. Will train. Land, bldg & all equipment. Basically all mechanicals are 1 1/2 to 2 years old.

Equipment new in 2008. Newer circuit breakers. Parking for 10-12 cars in back of restaurant. PURCHASE: $160,000 OR LEASE: $1000.

VISIT THIS PROPERTY AT: www.CarolBoland.com

514 KRAKAR AVE., JOLIET – $56,000 NEW LISTING!

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GREAT POTENTIAL FOR LIFE CHANGING INVESTMENT 775 S. BROADWAY, COAL CITY

Great tri-level w/finished basement – 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths, dining and living room and 2 family rooms plus a glassed-in Florida room that opens to a brick paver patio with fountains and A/G pool with surrounding deck – Fenced-in yard and a 2-story playhouse – All appliances – 7 ceiling fans – Carpeted and tiled rooms – A must see! Call Nancy Freeman (815-530-5633) or email nfreeman221@comcast.net

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Cemeteries

Funeral Homes

Funeral Homes

Funeral Homes

604 Theodore Street Crest Hill, Illinois 60403

815-723-9371

Advance Funeral Planning Serving The Community Since 1929

TheEspanol Catholic Cemeteries www.dioceseofjoliet.org/cemeteries of the Diocese of Joliet

Resurrec�on Cemetery Mausoleum 200 W. Romeo Rd. (135th) Romeoville

Mt. Olivet Cemetery 1320 E. Cass St. Joliet

Ss. Cyril & Methodius Cemetery East Joliet on Rt. 6

St. Mary Na�vity Cemetery Crest Hill, Caton Farm Rd.

Elwood Banquets

by Silver Dollar Restaurant 422 Mississippi Ave. • Elwood, IL 60421 815-423-6700 • Private room for funeral luncheons •

Minutes away from Abraham Lincoln Cemetary

St. John The Bap�st Cemetery

• Joliet’s ONLY on-site Crematory with viewing chapel.

• Personalized Pre-Arrangements.

• Private family dining areas.

• Children’s activity room.

3201 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, IL 60431

815-725-0100

• Joliet’s Only Combination Funeral Home & Cemeteries • Traditional Funeral Services • Cremation & Memorial Services • Advance Planning • Burial Services Proudly Serving Families For Decades

1211 Plainfield Rd., Joliet, IL 60435 www.tezakfuneralhome.com 815-722-0524

Joliet, Ruby at Clement St.

St. Patrick Cemetery

Joliet, W. Jefferson St. at Hunter St.

Holy Cross Cemetery Crest Hill, on Theodore St.

Risen Lord Cemetery & Crema�on Columbaria

1501 Simons Rd. (127th) Plaineld/Oswego

Burial Options Available: · Mausoleum Crypts

Funeral Luncheons & Catering 1630 Essington Rd., Joliet 815.254.2500 www.cemenospizza.com

Woodlawn Funeral Home & Memorial Parks

Serving the Community Since 1908

· Grave Space · Crema�on Niche Columbaria · Monument & Marker Sales

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Funeral Homes

• A myriad of options • On site Crematory • Prearranged-Traditional Cremation-Memorial Services 3200 Black at Essington Rds. Joliet, IL 60431

815-741-5500

1201 W. Route 6 at Deerpath Dr Morris, IL 60450

815-942-5040

www.fredcdames.com

Pisut Funeral & Cremation Services 2320 Black Road, Joliet 815-744-0022 www.CHSFuneral.com

1211 Plainfield Rd. Joliet, IL

815-722-0998

For Peace of Mind Tomorrow!

Grave Space Available at all Eight Cemetery loca�ons throughout Crest Hill, Joliet & Plaineld to Serve You!

Restaurant & Catering

829 Moen Avenue • Rockdale, IL 60436

815-725-1977

SPECIALIZING IN POST FUNERAL LUNCHEON

New Cremation Niche Columbarium Now Available at Mt. Olivet & Resurrection Cemeteries!

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Want to work for a company that appreciates your talent and skills? Do you enjoy being innovative and working in a fast paced environment? Then MBL is just the place for you! We are looking for new associates in our warehouse who can work on any shift. If you are energetic, have a willingness to work, attention to detail, and the ability to lift 50 pounds; this is the place for you! Whether you have basic warehouse knowledge or are just starting out in your career! Don't delay! We need to hire you right away!

We offer an hourly rate of $12.85. Our benefit package, includes medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, 401(k) and more!

Applications will be available from 9:00AM till 3:00 PM Monday through Friday. timing belt manufacturer for GM, Ford, VW, Polaris, Artic Cat, Triumph motorcycle, NHRA funny car 601 Dayton Road Ottawa, Illinois 61350

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WILMINGTON

Turn your ambition and your solid work ethic into a rewarding long-term career with a leading 3PL. In this entry level role, as a Material Handler/Lumper, you will be responsible for loading and unloading tires manually. Your specific duties in this role will include, physically moving and lifting tires weighing as much as 70 pounds. Other duties may require operating material handling equipment.

Ability to move and lift various tire types and weights Must be reliable and safety-minded

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$13.00 / hour Medical, Dental and Vision coverage 401K/Profit Sharing Quarterly performance bonus

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Female, tri-color, spayed, young, about 20 pounds, micro chipped. Last seen at County Line Rd & Route 52 on Thurs, May 7 @ 6:30p.m. Please call 815-730-1157 or 312-504-9172 with any info.

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Must have a strong work ethic Excellent attention to detail Willingness to learn Paid vacation, holiday and sick time Life Insurance Steel Toe Boot reimbursement Performance review at 90 days, 6 months and annually

Final candidates must possess a solid work history and pass a physical/drug screen.

Interested applicants should submit a detailed resume to: Email: carriegibbs@wsi-ismi.com -- or -- Fax: 815-345-3945

KNUDSON AUCTION & APPRAISALS 815-725-6023 “Since 1947”

LOST SHELTIE KALLIE

Four Men's Lightweight & Winter Jackets, Like New Pet/Smoke Free Environment, $25 for all. 815-436-4222 cbar577329@aol.com

Please do not call her . or chase her.

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Hard to Find Men's Pants - Sizes 31x32, 32x30, 32x30. 36X30, 10 pairs, Assorted, $10 ea.

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Full zip, white, medium. $8.00. 815-838-8329

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Lincoln-Way Central pull over jacket, one red and one black, like new! $30/ea. 815-485-9278

KIDS CLOTHES

2 pair girls jeans, new AZ, Kohls, size 7. 1 pair of Gap jeans, $20/all. New girls 2 size 7-8 turtlenecks, $8, 2 XL long sleeve, long sleeve Tee's, $8, all new.

New 1 short sleeve 14-16+ $4. 815-838-8329

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LAND AUCTION - 2 Tracts 129 Ac - Nettle Creek Twp. Grundy County 40 Ac - Miller Twp. LaSalle County

Sat, January 23 2016 @ 10AM

Auction Location: Prairie

Lakes Country Club - 4 1/2 miles West of the farm at 2550 N 32nd Road, Marseilles IL

These are adjacent Tracts located on County Line Rd. (E 30th Rd). The 129 acre farm is located on the E side of E 30th Rd. The 40 Acre farm is located on the W side of E 30th Rd. The Tracts will be offered as CHOICE.

Experienced candidates with excellent work history, please send resume to sw_business@thealdennetwork.com ALDEN ESTATES

White with markings. Found on Center and Ingalls area.

Contact 815-726-9182

OWNER: Eunice Mitchell Trust

SHOREWOOD

710 West Black Road, Shorewood 815.230.8700 www.AldenEstatesofShorewood.com adno=1139714

For complete Terms, Maps & Flyer, contact Auction Agency or visit website.

Atty. Don Black Morris 815-942-0594

Richard A. Olson & Assoc, Inc. Morris, IL 815-942-4266 Dick Olson 815-258-3003 Erik Olson 815-931-0699

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Mother-of-the-Bride or Groom Dress Small Fridge – 3 cu. ft. black small refrigerator with freezer, freezer Beautiful deep lilac brocade lace top w/ gold threading & matching holds food. Great for college dorm lace jacket, size 14M. $200/OBO. room, excellent condition - $90.

773-315-1700 Call anytime 815-467-2345

DRYER

Whirlpool, 7.4 cu ft., $100.

815-274-7548 FLOOR SCRUBBER - Hoover floor scrubber with 2 round rotating brushes, scrubs & picks up liquid, great for any floor - $75.

815-436-5171

MINI REFRIG

Kenmore, white, like new, $50.

815-485-9278

Refrigerator ~ Kenmore

Side x side with ice maker.

Almond color, works great! $150.

Kenmore Gas Stove

Almond color, works great, $75.

Kenmore Dishwasher

Black, $50. 630-904-6990 BREAKING NEWS available 24/7 at TheHerald-News.com

1980-2005 Hallmark Barbie Xmas Ornaments, no duplicates, all mint in box, never opened Collection – Serious buyers only, $400 for all. Call 815-436-4222 or email cbar577329@aol.com

NASCAR RACING TIRE

Lladro Bells of the Seasons Spring, Summer, Fall & Winter in boxes, $35 each, leave message 815-436-5171

Autographed by Rusty Wallace and Ryan Newman, $50.

815-726-8803

“Merry Christmas”

ROMEOVILLE

Resurrection Cemetery 1996 McDonald's Complete 101 Dalmatians Happy Meal Toys 4 plots together, Holy Family Sect. $2000/all.

815-729-0332 Collector's Edition, New in Box $125. Call 815-436-4222 email: cbar577329@aol.com Antique Queen Bed & Footboard Imported, 3 drawer dresser & tilt beveled dresser - $400.

Call anytime 815-485-8726

Assorted Vintage – St. Nicholas Square Collection, includes houses, figurines & accessories, $1-$20.

815-436-4222 or email: cbar577329@aol.com

Doll – One of a Kind, Handmade Porcelain Doll (OOAK), artist from Clown Collection – Banks, ceramic, Spain, purchased at International blown glass, hand painted & more, very large selection, Great for table Doll Auction, titled: Love at First Sight, Excellent Condition, Was top displays, from estate, all in $1,200 new, will sell for $250. excellent condition, $5-10 each, Call 815-436-4222 or Email Call 815-436-4222 or Email cbar577329@aol.com cbar577329@aol.com

TABLE & CHAIRS 42” round table w/ tan formica top & 4 ladder back wooden chairs w/ leather seats, Great for any Room $150. 815-436-5171

Wedding Toasting Flutes

Macy's, New in Box, Never Used, Received as Duplicate Gift Item $15. 815-436-4222

FOOSBALL TABLE

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Nesco slow cooker / roaster oven 4 quart, w/cookbook.

Works great $8 Call anytime 815-744-5937

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Rug 7 x 11 excellent condition, Gray W/ White print $80 815-274-2542 Security Storm Door, Black Wrought Iron, Sunburst, 36” $200 815-814-2716

CENTURY DRYWALL Drywall Hanging Taping Patching & Repairs Plaster Repair

Jerry

630-258-4861

WE BUY JUNK CARS LOCKPORT, IL

Domestic 815-723-6878

Foreign 815-722-4629

“THE PLACE FOR PARTS” Since 1980

Yorkshire Terrier Puppies

ZOBEL ELECTRIC

Nice ride, many new parts. 46,500 original miles, garage kept. Second owner, $3900. 815-263-8044

815-741-4024 815-823-2300

(8) AKC, vet checked, ready 2000 Chevy Silverado 1500 4x4, for their forever homes.

Good Work Truck, needs brakes 5 months old, doing well on new tires & battery, housebreaking and going outside. $2500 815-685-9866 815-351-1397 for more info

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Hot Water Heaters

Handyman Service Available

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DOLL HOUSE

Home made with fireplace and french doors, fully decorated, $175.

Doll's Cradle and High Chair, $50.

708-860-8180

FISH TANK

Like new, 6 feet, $350.

815-485-9278

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Heating & Air Conditioning

Two Ice fishing shelters, & heater 2 man and 1 man $75/all 815-722-5650

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condition, like new - $125.

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Yamaha 150 with stand and bench, $175. 708-860-8180

ILLINOIS ELECTRICAL SERVICES

SOUTHWEST AUTO SALVAGE

Christmas Décor – 3' Santa & Reindeer $100; Toymaker working on a Train $50; Granny putting lights on tree $50, All have moving parts 773-315-1700 leave message

X-Mas dinnerware super strong fine Twin Headboard/Bookcase china, chip resistant, 8 plates, 4 solid light oak, fits right over bed mugs, dishwasher/microwave sale frame, includes twin XL boxspring, like new $30 Nativity Set – 1980's Avon, $50. Call 815-436-4222 or 815-254-1015 white, all porcelain, 14 pieces Email cbar577329@aol.com including stable & angel. Beautiful Conference Table and in great condition - $250.

Upright Bookshelf Solid mahogany wood table w/ 773-315-9677 leave message TRAIN ~ AMERICAN FLYER two 4 Adjustable Shelves pedestals. Beautiful wood in CANOPY 50 years plus, mounted $30. 815-436-4222 excellent condition, can also be Poinsettia Garland on a 8'x4' plywood table.

Email cbar577329@aol.com 10' X 20'. Can be used on used for dining table – no chairs large 6” white flowers, beautiful Has locomotive and coal car $400. 773-315-9677 deck. Newer. $75. on mantel or stairway about 30' with 5 or 6 cars altogether, 815-726-8803 from Sids flower shop - $50. $250. 815-725-1763 Dining Room Set 815-436-5171 Cook Books Paula Deen celebrates Dishes – Service for 8, Solid oak, oval table is 58x41 $8 Christmas with Paula Deen $5 Snowman Collection White with blue rim, dinner, with 6 chairs and a 12” leaf.

15 ornaments for $7.50 soup & salad plates, plus coffee Lady & Son Savannah Country $5 Excellent condition, $300. or all for $15 815-254-1015 5 Figurines $5 mug, oven & dishwasher safe 815-723-3332 19” free standing snowman, $4 $35. 815-436-5171 Elvis Albums, (8) 33 1/3 LP SPEAKERS All like new $15/all SIDE CHAIRS (2) records, in original covers, Duvet- Bed Cover & Bed Skirt 815-254-1015 Wall or ceiling speakers for Ranch Oak Living Room Side some from concerts, $50/all Queen size duvet cover & bed church or meeting hall.

Chairs, $150/both.

815-254-1015 skirt, pillow shams and matching 8” hi-fi speaker with 815-741-3667 drapes, 56 x 84, like new with suppressors, grill covers. Hot extra pillows & lamp. $90 for all. Extension Ladder - 22' aluminum Child's Sled w/ Guard SLEEPER/SOFA price, $15/ea. 815-886-2048 including rope, excellent condition 773-315-1700 Wood & Metal, 3 cushion, 98”, sage color, $100. 773-315-1700 $20. 815-838-0239 The Herald-News Classified queen mattress, no stains, good Get the job you want at Like new queen sz futon, cherry It works. condition, $150. 815-744-5937 TheHerald-News.com/jobs wood trim w/6” mattress & navy blue cover $75 $100. 815-274-7548 2 -15” X-mas wreaths never used $10/each, Ice Skates – Super Teri Deluxe 2 set of clear icicle lights w/ with corination ace blade, size 6, outdoor timer $15 815-274-3722 boot and blade in excellent

Schnauzer Figurines – Very Large selection - assorted, Great for table top displays, from estate, all in excellent condition, $5-10 each, Call 815-436-4222 or Email cbar577329@aol.com

By artist Sandra Kuck framed quality lithograph, signed & numbered, 18 x 23” has Cert. of Autho, $30. 815-254-1015

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All Council, Plan Commission will convene at the hour of 7:00 p.m.

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Code to increase the fee for driver's (Published in the Herald-News education up to $400.

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877-264-2527 The Plainfield Community Consolidated District 202 Board of Educa- TheHerald-News.com/classified tion will meet in special session at 6 p.m., Monday, December 21, Send your Classified 2015 at the Plainfield District 202 Advertising 24/7 to: administrative center, 15732 (Published in the Herald-News, Howard Street, Plainfield, to hear Email: classified@ December 13, 2015) 1141328 public comment on the renewal of shawsuburban.com our physical education waiver, and Fax: 815-477-8898 a waiver request to increase the or online at: Drivers Education fee up to $400.

PUBLIC NOTICE The physical education waiver alTheHerald-News.com/ lows the district to waive the state's placeanad requirement for daily physical eduWe al The WILL COUNTY QUARTERLY ti fo FINANCIAL REPORTS for the twelve months ended November 30, 2015 are available for public inspection in the office of:

Joliet Township High School District 204 announces a public hearDUFFY BLACKBURN , C.P.A. ing to be held on December 15, WILL COUNTY AUDITOR 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board County Office Building Room at the District Administrative 302 North Chicago Street Center, 300 Caterpillar Drive, Joliet, Joliet, Illinois 60432 Illinois. The purpose of the public PUBLIC NOTICE hearing, which is required by The Combined Financial StateIllinois law, is to hear testimony Interested, qualified Section 3 regarding intent to hold school ments and Charts are available onResidents and Businesses located in the bid condition area should contact the Joseph J. Duffy Co. regarding concerns about training, and contracting employment PUBLIC NOTICE opportunities in connection with the construction of: SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS FOR 2016 FOR THE Hope Manor Joliet Apartments CITY OF CREST HILL, WILL COUNTY ILLINOIS 1331 and 1361 Eagle Street CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS 1330 and 1361 January 4, 2016 July 5, 2016 Copperfield Avenue January 18, 2016 July 18, 2016 Joliet, IL 60432

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Joliet Township High School District 204 Public Hearing December 15, 2015

on Abraham Lincoln's birthday, February 12, 2017 which will be observed in the state of Illinois on February 13, 2017. By attending school on the observed day of Lincoln's birthday, students will be given the opportunity to engage in activities and lessons which will commemorate the contributions of our 16th President, Abraham Lincoln, thus increasing the likelihood that students would appreciate this eminent figure of American history.

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Further notice is hereby given that said meetings are open to the public and that all persons interested may attend.

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NOTICE 2016 SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS DATES OF MEETINGS CITY OF LOCKPORT, ILLINOIS LISTED BELOW ARE THE REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETINGS FOR THE CITY OF LOCKPORT FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2016. THE MEETINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED SHALL BE HELD AT THE CENTRAL SQUARE BUILDING, 222 E. 9TH STREET, LOCKPORT, ILLINOIS, 60441.

THE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE HELD THE FIRST AND THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH BEGINNING AT 7:00 P.M. OR AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING EXCEPT AS NOTED(*).

THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETINGS ARE HELD THE FIRST AND THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH BEGINNING AT 7:00 P.M EXCEPT AS NOTED (*).

PERMANENT COMMITTEES: THE PLAN & ZONING COMMISSION MEETINGS ARE HELD THE 2ND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH BEGINNING AT 7:00 P.M. EXCEPT AS NOTED (*); WITH THE EXCEPTION FOR THE MONTHS OF JUNE, JULY, AND AUGUST, THE MEETING WILL BE HELD ON THE 2ND WEDNESDAY OF THOSE THREE (3) MONTHS BEGINNING AT 7:00 P.M. THE BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETINGS ARE HELD THE 3RD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH BEGINNING AT 6:00 P.M. AT THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CENTER LOCATED AT 921 S. STATE STREET, LOCKPORT. THE HERITAGE AND ARCHITECTURE MEETINGS ARE HELD THE 3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH BEGINNING AT 7:00 P.M. EXCEPT AS NOTED (*).

THE CENTRAL SQUARE COMMITTEE MEETINGS ARE HELD THE 3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH BEGINNING AT 9:00 A.M. EXCEPT AS NOTED (*).

CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS JANUARY 6-20 APRIL 6-20 JULY 6-20 OCTOBER 5-19 FEBRUARY 3-17 MAY 4-18 AUGUST 3-17 NOVEMBER 2-16 MARCH 2-16 JUNE 1-15 SEPTEMBER 7-21 DECEMBER 7-21 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETINGS JANUARY 6-20 APRIL 6-20 JULY 6-20 OCTOBER 5-19 FEBRUARY 3-17 MAY 4-18 AUGUST 3-17 NOVEMBER 2-16 MARCH 2-16 JUNE 1-15 SEPTEMBER 7-21 DECEMBER 7-21 PERMANENT COMMITTEES: JANUARY 12 FEBRUARY 9 MARCH 8

PLAN & ZONING COMMISSION MEETINGS APRIL 12 JULY *13 OCTOBER 11 MAY 10 AUGUST *10 NOVEMBER 8 JUNE *8 SEPTEMBER 13 DECEMBER 13

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