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Special prosecutor assigned in murder case

By BRIAN STANLEY YjkXec\p7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd JOLIET â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A special prosecutor has been assigned to try two men accused of a 2012 murder outside a boxing gym.

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Police said McGinn had brought thousands of dollars to buy cocaine from Bennett, who instead planned to rob him. Edwards was waiting in the parking lot and shot McGinn twice while Bennett took the cash. Police said the cocaine Bennett had promised to deliver did not exist.

Bennett was arrested on murder charges the day after McGinnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s slaying, while Edwards was arrested last October. Neal told Judge Edward Burmilla on Friday he will prosecute both

men, but hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t spoken with defense lawyers about whether they will be separate or combined cases. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In order to avoid any potential conflict, the [Will County] stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office had the chief judge order my appointment because of a relationship between their office and certain witnesses,â&#x20AC;? Neal said.

Neal said Friday morning he did not know what the relationship between the witnesses and the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office was, but it was discovered when sides exchanges lists of potential witnesses.

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ON THE COVER Dave Kestel and his dog, Lucky, are seen Friday on his familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property in Manhattan, Ill. Kestel, a fourth-generation farmer, grows soybean and corn. See story page 3.

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Dave Kestel and his dog, Lucky, are seen Friday inside one of his buildings that store his farm equipment during the winter months on his familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property in Manhattan, Ill. Kestel is a fourth-generation farmer.

Area farmers weigh in on new farm bill, crop insurance

By LAUREN LEONEâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;CROSS cc\fe\Zifjj7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd Manhattan farmer Dave Kestel sat in his kitchen Friday afternoon with his crop insurance agent. The two sifted through paperwork, trying to pin down how much of a toll last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer drought took on his 1,200 acre farm, where he grows corn and soybeans. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Per acre, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m off anywhere between 20 to 70 bushels an acre, depending on the soil types across my farms,â&#x20AC;? the 51-year-old, fourth-generation farmer explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Percentage-wise, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m off anywhere from 20 to 50 percent in some areas. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a big enough hit.â&#x20AC;?

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pated, five-year, federal farm bill into law. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an almost $100 billion measure that sets U.S. agriculture policy for farmers and makes cuts to federal crop subsidies and food stamps.

Kestel and other farmers across the U.S. have watched with uncertainty for two years

as Congress struggled to pen a new farm bill. Farmers didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how everything would play out, or whether Congress would reinstate crop insurance and other federal programs on which farmers rely. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was just total uncertainty. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost like if you had a job in town and you were won-

dering if your paycheck was going to stay the same. You didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know. You didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know if you were going to have that job next week when you came in,â&#x20AC;? Kestel said.

The measure, which passed with bipartisan support, puts an end to the highly criticized, fixed $4.5 billion-a-

year federal subsidy to farmers called direct payments, which were given to farmers if they farmed or not.

However, the bill does expand federal crop insurance â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s safety net in the event their crops are wiped out by floods, drought, massive winds, hail, or other major weather events. Farmers choose to insure against natural disaster, or they can opt for a program that pays out when revenue dips. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The insurance was the biggest thing about the farm bill. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our safety net. I hate to use the word safety net because then the general public thinks â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Oh, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got insurance.

Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to get paid either way,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;? Kestel said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But we are at Mother Natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mercy.

We are at the [Chicago] Board of Tradeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mercy. We are under pressure to raise as good of a crop as we can and to raise as safe of a crop as we can.â&#x20AC;?

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BILL KURTIS ON THE PRAIRIE Newsman talks to Joliet audience about prairies, cattle, the ‘Anchorman’ movies

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JOLIET – Chicago anchorman and Kansas rancher Bill Kurtis offered a personal view of the prairie life in a presentation at the University of St. Francis last week.

Kurtis entertained the full house in Sexton Auditorium on Thursday with a few anecdotes from his experience as the narrator of the “Anchorman” movies at the start of his talk before switching to a discussion of the value of prairies.

“At age 73, I’m now able to devote my time on what I like to do,” Kurtis said, alluding to his interest in the environment, prairies and raising grass-fed cattle.

His presentation was part of a Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie lecture series and was moved to USF in anticipation of a larger crowd than the prairie park visitor center outside Wilmington could accommodate.

Kurtis said his ranch near Flint Hills, Kan., is on “the

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Newsman Bill Kurtis presented “Can the Prairie Save Us from Global Warming” on Thursday at the University of St. Francis in Joliet. The presentation was also part of the Midewin Tallgrass Prairie 2014 Lecture Series. largest remaining tract of tallgrass prairie in the United States. It’s too rocky to plow.”

The theme of Kurtis’s presentation was the link between nurturing prairies and reversing climate change.

He read from a United Na-

tions report indicating that restoration of prairie lands, because of the ability of grass to absorb large amounts of carbon dioxide from the air, could help stem the trend of global warming.

Unfortunately, Kurtis

said, too much prairie has been plowed and is gone. As for Illinois, he said, “When you call us the prairie state, that’s kind of a misnomer these days.” Only a small fraction of Illinois prairie remains today, he noted.

But Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie is there, and it’s close to Joliet, too.

Wendy Tresouthick, environmental education specialist at Midewin, later said Kurtis’s presentation helped the cause of getting people to appreciate the prairie.

“I thought it fit right in with what we’re doing at Midewin,” said Tresouthick, who introduced Kurtis to the audience.

“Trying to get people to connect with the prairie is not easy,” she said. “People do not always connect with it the way they do with a forest.”

Kurtis talked about the beauty in acres of tallgrass, showed slides of wildflowers and buffalo from his ranch, and offered his own poetic glimpse of prairie life. At one point he described a prairie fire “looking like lava coming down from the hills.”

“We’re sitting on top of something so valuable,” he told the Joliet audience, “but you have to educate people on what it really means.”

Hurtado alleges attacks against him are racially motivated

By VIKAAS SHANKER mj_Xeb\i7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd PLAINFIELD – Plainfield Township Park District board President Peter Hurtado claimed in a letter to the editor sent to local media late last week that recent criticism and accusations against him are racially motivated.

“I have come to the realization that I am now being falsely accused of wrong doing [sic] not because I raised so many questions to try to correct and undo the District’s past mistakes, but simply because of the color of my skin and the accent in my voice,” Hurtado wrote in the letter.

Residents have turned out in the dozens at recent board meetings to protest decisions supported by Hurtado, who is Latino. He also was accused of corruption by Vice President Janet Silosky during a Jan. 29 board meeting; the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office is looking into the allegations.

Commissioner Mary Kay Ludemann said she hasn’t heard any discriminatory remarks against Hurtado at board meetings.

“Honestly, I don’t know where he’s coming from,” Ludemann said, adding that she didn’t see any signs of racism when she was part of a majority vote against Hurtado on the last board. “Rac-

Read more Klie kf gX^\ */ fi m`j`k theherald-news.com to read Peter ?likX[fËj c\kk\i kf k_\ \[`kfi% ism and discrimination is just wrong. We usually didn’t agree on things, but there was never a racial slur.”

Commissioner Larry Newton said he was disappointed Hurtado made race the issue.

“I don’t know if it was because the comments weren’t directed at me,” Newton said, adding that Hurtado is entitled to feel he has been discriminated against. “Nothing in there refutes the allega-

tions. Instead he decides to attack a small group of people.”

Hurtado claims in the letter that in recent weeks, a Plainfield village trustee publicly mocked his accent. He also pointed to comments by park board critics that “publicly made fun of the language in my press statements and letters,” and other comments that said “every ‘Mexican’ that works for the Park District is my relative.”

The letter states that Hurtado raised questions about the park district awarding no-bid contracts, harassment and bullying of individuals, and questionable lease agreements. And since he became the president of the board in

2013, he said he believes that long-term and former board members, employees and their friends have been trying to control public debate.

“I believe they have now crossed the line in the sand,” the letter states. “These are no longer ‘public comments’ – these are nothing less than racial attacks and slurs ... I remain hopeful that the actions of these individuals in recent weeks are not a true reflection of our Plainfield Park District community.”

Silosky declined to comment on the letter. Commissioner Peter Steinys did not immediately on Saturday return phone calls seeking comment.

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By DENISE M. BARANâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;UNLAND [lecXe[7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd When Catherine Whitcher of Shorewood was 10, the special education students at her school â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which included her brother Robert Bagdonas, then 8, of Plainfield â&#x20AC;&#x201C; had to stand against the wall during recess. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The neighborhood kids had integrated him but that was not allowed at school,â&#x20AC;? Whitcher said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I still remember telling my mother. She moved him out of that school and into a private one. I grew up coaching Special Olympics. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t imagine my life without him.â&#x20AC;?

Small wonder Whitcher earned both a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in special education.

Whitcher now is a special needs advocate, consultant and speaker; she has scheduled some sessions this month for parents of children with special needs.

She brings with her an understanding of people with special needs from multiple perspectives: educator, sibling and even mother. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m different from other advocates,â&#x20AC;? Whitcher said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Many people want to buck the system, go against the grain, push really hard. I do when thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s necessary but a lot of times parents donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even know what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fighting for. I love teaching parents how to work with the school system.â&#x20AC;?

Whitcherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter Johanna, now 10, was just 3 the day her older sister, Julianne, now 11, interrupted Whitcher during dinner preparations by saying, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mom, come look at sissy.â&#x20AC;? Whitcher saw Johanna â&#x20AC;&#x153;blue, foaming at the mouth, eyes rolling, body stiff and convulsing.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The paramedics came and they were not able to stabilize her seizures,â&#x20AC;? Whitcher said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She seized for over five hours, went into code blue twice and had to be put into a medical coma. The next day, they [medical professionals] told me that she had little to no brain activity and that I had to say goodbye.â&#x20AC;?

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Whitcher refused but doctors still weaned Johanna off some of the medication.

Whitcher continued cuddling Johanna and playing her daughterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite movies in the background. When Johanna struggled to sit up and said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nemoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the boat?â&#x20AC;? Whitch-

er knew her daughter still was alive.

For the next month, Johanna submitted to various medical procedures but none located the source of her seizures. A chiropractor tested for heavy metals, deemed Johanna â&#x20AC;&#x153;very metal toxicâ&#x20AC;? and suggested che-

lation therapy. Whitcher asked Johannaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neurologist for his opinion. He didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think it would help but also didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think it would hurt, Whitcher said.

Thus armed, Whitcherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan to help Johanna was â&#x20AC;&#x153;conservative and collaborativeâ&#x20AC;? and included elements of both traditional and alternative medicine. Johannaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last seizure was in 2009, Whitcher said, and Johanna has been prescription free since 2010. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She had no permanent effects from all those seizures,â&#x20AC;?

Whitcher said.

While creating a â&#x20AC;&#x153;clean and organicâ&#x20AC;? home environment for Johanna, Whitcher learned about and began using Shaklee vitamins. This led her to partnering with Bagdonas to distribute them to other customers.

Whitcher did the selling; her brother handled administrative tasks (like writing â&#x20AC;&#x153;thank youâ&#x20AC;? notes, she said) and assisted at events by setting up and tearing down tables and supplies,

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writing receipts and bagging up products. Their business grew fast, which led to a formal recognition from Shaklee, Whitcher said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Robert was able to walk across a stage, meet the CEO and shake his hand,â&#x20AC;? Whitcher said.

Whitcher said she possesses several characteristics that make her a good special education advocate: a cognizant awareness of each child and his potential to live a full life and a near compulsive need to find long term solutions for seemingly insolvable problems. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just who I am,â&#x20AC;?

Whitcher said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and who Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m always going to be.â&#x20AC;?

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Lockport woman tells callers she does not want their money

By FELIX SARVER fsarver@shawmedia.com LOCKPORT – Doris Mitchell has received the same call once or twice daily for about the past two months.

Mitchell, 89, of Lockport, said the caller always offers one thing: money. The dollar amount ranges in the thousands to the millions. Even though she’s declined the offer, she kept getting the same call.

She’s invited the caller to bring the money, but that never happens, she said, as well as told the callers to give the money to someone else. In one call, the person asked her to visit a location and pay $250 to receive the money she’s won.

She has no idea who the caller is and thinks it might be a scam.

“I don’t know what to do,” she said. “It’s just driving me crazy.”

Residents such as Mitchell might be able to learn how to

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Those interested should call 815-438-2033 and request reser-

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Senior citizens getting scammed by phone callers or solicitors is not uncommon, Will County State’s Attorney spokesman Charles Pelkie said. The first step people need to take is contacting their local police department and providing them with as much information as possible.

“Be aware,” he said. “When you make the calls and you bring in the business, that’s one thing. But when people solicit business by coming to your door or phone calls, you should be cautious of that.”

People should not give out personal information over the phone, provide personal information to someone who visits their home and let anyone into their house, he said. People also should not step outside of their house and survey their property with someone else.

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By BRIAN STANLEY YjkXec\p7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd BOLINGBROOK – The parents of a mentally and physically handicapped teen say high school staff members forced her to clean a bathroom and threatened to lock her inside last year.

On Feb. 5, Gregory and Lisa McNeal filed a lawsuit against the Valley View School District and Bolingbrook High School, as well as Lauren Hughes, Susan Krueger and Melissa Soncek, who are identified as teachers or teacher’s aides.

The McNeals claim when their daughter, Jada, was attending the high school’s special education program on Feb. 13, 2013, when she got her period and had to change her diaper and menstrual pad with assistance from Krueger and Soncek.

The complaint says Jada McNeal has cerebral palsy, requires a wheelchair and a diaper, and is legally blind in one eye. She also needed an assistant to get on and off the bus and use the washroom. “[After they’d come out] Hughes ... informed Jada

that she had made a mess in the washroom, that she left tissue paper in and around the toilet, that she left blood in and around the toilet and that she was required to clean up both the tissue paper and blood,” the lawsuit claims.

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Wing Zone comes to Bolingbrook

By ALEX SOULIER Xjflc`\i7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd BOLINGBROOK – A new buffalo wing chain has begun its expansion into the Chicago area market by opening its doors in Bolingbrook this weekend.

The first of 14 nearby locations, Wing Zone – a buffalo wing chain offering drive-thru, take-out, delivery and dine-in service – began operating Saturday in Bolingbrook.

The Wing Zone storefront is at 271 N. Weber Road.

Wing Zone franchise owner Amyn Ali and members of the Bolingbrook Area Chamber of Commerce planned to hold a ribbon cutting ceremony Saturday.

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One of Wing Zone’s specialties is its delivery service, said Ali. “The quality of our food speaks for itself,” Ali said.

“This is a very fresh brand perspective based on flavor.

Our wings are not just tossed in sauces, but one of 17 complex and distinct wing flavors.”

Wing Zone was founded in 1991 by then University of Florida students Matt Friedman and Adam Scott, who began cooking wings and concocting sauces in their fraternity house kitchen.

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community quickly expanded throughout the neighboring southern states.

Friedman and Scott began offering franchises in 2000.

Wing Zone now has nearly 100 locations open across the United States as well as the world, including Panama, Saudi Arabia and the Dominican Republic.

Ali – a Bartlett resident who also is the owner of several Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins – sees Bolingbrook as the ideal community for the area’s first Wing Zone.

“Bolingbrook is a large, diverse, hard-working community,” Ali said. “We are eager to become engaged in the community and we think that Wing Zone will fit right in.”

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By BRIAN STANLEY YjkXec\p7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd JOLIET – A man convicted of murdering his girlfriend’s 8-month-old son in 2008 will learn next month if he will get a new trial.

Attorney Adam Altman argued Friday that Santos Loza should get a new trial because the defense was unable to fully cross-examine the boy’s mother and the police interrogation recordings played in court prejudiced the jury.

On Oct. 26, 2008, Sandra Sitko dropped off Kevion Bender at Loza’s Woodside Court house, so her boyfriend of three months could watch him while she went to work. When she returned with Kevion’s then 5-yearold brother, she decided they would spend the night, and looked in from the doorway at the boy who appeared to be sleeping on the floor, she testified during Loza’s trial.

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Medical experts testified the injuries – including a fractured skull that led to his death – were inflicted during the time Loza, 33, was alone with the infant. Loza was immediately a suspect, but was not arrested until forensic tests were completed in August 2010.

Altman said Sitko continued an intimate relationship with Loza until his arrest, but the defense had been improperly restricted to not ask about the full scope of the relationship.

Altman also said a card and photo sent to Loza’s relatives during the trial revealed Loza had impregnated Sitko. Sitko reportedly denied during her testimony getting pregnant or sending any correspondence.

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we should’ve been allowed to question the full scope of their relationship,” Altman said.

Altman also said recordings played during trial where the detectives questioning Loza said they “knew [he] did it” and “I think you lost your temper, lost control and did something,” impeached his character to jurors.

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Assistant State’s Attorney Derek Ewanic said the recordings were played to show Loza had also denied leaving the house or having anyone else over while he was with Kevion.

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Jones is scheduled to issue a decision March 17 on the defense’s motion for a new trial.

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PLAINFIELD – When Tracy Dallmeyer told her two kids they were going to meet Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202 Superintendent John Harper, she was surprised they knew who she was talking about.

“The guy with the green jacket in the parade?” Dallmeyer’s 8-year-old daughter Autumn Dallmeyer said. Her 5-year-old son Jonathan Dallmeyer said, “The tall man?”

“You’re everywhere,” Tracy Dallmeyer said to Harper, holding back tears at his last “Coffee with the Superintendent” meeting Saturday. “You’ve had such a positive influence in just the few years I’ve been here.”

The school district invited the public to come out to the last “Coffee with the Superintendent” meeting of his career Saturday morning at the district administration center.

The informal discussion took place in the board room with chairs lining the walls in a big oval.

More than 40 people, including parents, teachers, administrators and local officials, offered praise for Harper and shared memorable stories of Harper’s kindness, humility and effectiveness as a leader for the school district.

But Harper continuously deflected the recognition to administrators, staff and anyone else who contributed to the successes of the school district.

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Harper said when asked about his success in keeping students achieving at high levels. “I think anything I would view as an achievement is a pure achievement of a number of people.”

Harper will retire in June after working in the school district for 33 years and spending the past 12 years as the superintendent.

Lauren Longo, a parent and co-president of the District 202 Special Education Parent Teacher Association, said Harper has a unique connection with kids.

“It’s the little things you remember,” Longo said. “He opens up his office to kindergartners, welcomes children and parents. He’s willing to touch the lives of every kid.”

Rod Westfall, a trustee since 2001 and a previous board president, said Harper always has been a pleasure to work with and a good future planner.

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Discussions centered around state funding of education, including budget cuts and the ineffectiveness of some legislators. But much of the morning was about Harper’s accomplishments. Staff gifted him a Kurig coffee machine and Dunkin’ Donuts coffee.

“This was a surprise,” Harper said. “When I saw as many staff members, their presence and the fact that they would take the time to do this, it let’s me know I did something right.

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By BRIAN STANLEY YjkXec\p7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd JOLIET – A basement fire caused heavy damage to a two-story house Thursday night in the 1500 block of West Acres Road.

Capt. Rodney Leggero said the house was occupied when the blaze was reported shortly before 9 p.m., but everyone was able to escape without injury.

“It was a difficult basement fire to get to and once that [part] was extinguished, it got into the walls of the house,” Leggero said.

Firefighters spent about four hours at the scene of the fire, which was elevated to a “box alarm” before it was put out.

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BY FELIX SARVER fsarver@shawmedia.com LOCKPORT – A community-based counseling organization is coming to Lockport to help people struggling with drug addictions.

Safe Cove Counseling may occupy the space available at the Lockport Train Station, 133 W. 13th St., free of charge for one year. The nonprofit organization offers counseling sessions for recovering addicts and requires them to keep a daily log book while also attending self-help meetings.

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The bill spends about $570 million more a year on crop insurance. That, along with subsidies, protects farmers in the event of major losses, but the subsidies would require farmers to suffer losses before they can receive a payout from the federal government.

The summer drought in 2012 – one of the worst in decades – left a good portion of the Midwest’s farmers with parched fields, cracked soil and wilted plants, but that year also exemplified exactly why crop insurance can be so valuable, said Paul Jeschke, District V director for the Illinois Corn Marketing Board.

“Crop insurance is only meant to soften the blow in a catastrophic disaster to try to help recoup some of your costs. It’s not meant to make you whole,” said Jeschke, who farms soybeans and corn on about 4,000 acres in Mazon.

Jeschke said he averaged just 93 bushels an acre that year, compared to his annual average of 183 bushels an acre.

“It was the worst weather conditions for farming since the 1930s,” he said.

However, critics, which include the Heartland Institute, a Chicago-based national nonprofit think tank, argue the 1,000-page bill is really just a $1 trillion payout to wealthy farmers and large, corporate agribusiness.

“We do know that the farm subsidy component of the farm bill simply involves a bait-and-switch approach to, at worst, maintain and most likely increase total annual farm subsidy payments. The direct payments system may be gone, but it is to be replaced by price support, revenue support and crop insurance programs,” Vincent H. Smith, policy adviser for the nonprofit, said in a statement last week.

As a fourth-generation farmer, Kestel doesn’t see it that way.

“We don’t want to ever make a claim,” he said. “It’s no different than car insurance. You don’t want to pay that premium, but you have to have it.”

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By JESSICA BOURQUE aYflihl\7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd COAL CITY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Parents in Coal City Community Unit 1 School District will pay slightly more for some district services and see a reduction in hazardous bus routes beginning next school year.

During Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s school board meeting, the board voted to approve increases for common fees after considering results of the annual fee audit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you look at our fees compared to other districts, by and large our fees are much lower,â&#x20AC;? Superintendent Kent Bugg said Thursday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But every once in a while, we have to look at those fees and make small increases.â&#x20AC;?

Next school year, lunch prices will go up 15 cents for every grade level for the second consecutive year. The

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price increase is part of a fouryear plan raising lunch prices to $2.99, equal to the federal reimbursement amount District 1 receives through the Federal School Lunch Program.

For the first time, the district will add a technology fee to help maintain the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

950 Chromebooks, 400 iPads, 200 MacBooks, 100 iMacs and 50 PCs .

The tech fee will help ease the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial burden of maintaining those devices, which has put a strain on the technology budget over the last few years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It helps us offset the costs of that system because we have more technology today than weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever had before,â&#x20AC;?

Jason Smith, director of technology and business services for District 1, said Thursday.

Bugg said Coal City will be in line with several other districts already charging technology fees.

Bugg said the district is currently looking into a potential fee change for driver education and will finalize that amount in March.

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Affordable Care Act event offered to residents K?< ?<I8C;ÆE<NJ Will County Board members from Bolingbrook are inviting residents to the Bolingbrook Fountaindale Public Library from 10:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 15 to learn more about the benefits available to them under the Affordable Care Act and receive information about the Illinois Health Insurance Marketplace.

“There is some misinformation out there about the new health insurance law and marketplace, and we have setup this event with the Will County Health Department to provide our residents with reliable resources and knowledgable professionals to assist them,” board member Jackie Traynere, D-Bolingbrook, said in a news release.

The event will provide information about affordable options for those without health insurance, as well as those paying too much for insurance.

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The Bolingbrook Fountaindale Public Library is at 300 W. Briarcliff Road.

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Stemming from the district’s plan to trim $1 million from the budget during the next four years, District 1 will begin phasing out two and a half hazardous bus routes beginning next academic year.

The decision is estimated to save the district $117,250 annually.

Hazardous routes are offered to students who live within 1.5 miles of their school building – therefore not required to receive regular district bus service – but who do not have a safe path to walk to school.

Starting in 2014-15, the district will reduce one hazardous bus route each to the elementary and intermediate schools and one half of a route to the middle school.

In 2015-16, the district also will eliminate one route to the early childhood center.

Bugg said they are waiting so that the kindergarten students who received transportation this year will still receive transportation in 201415.

“We’re confident that the

areas we’re looking at still have safe routes for kids to bike or walk to school and they fall within the guidelines of the mile and a half distance,” Bugg said.

District 1 had not conducted a detailed review of its current hazardous routes since the construction of the early childhood center in 2008, but felt it necessary with the pending budget decreases.

Every year, District 1 spends $2.4 million in student transportation costs, with each regular bus route costing $33,000.

“We looked at all facets of the organization to see if there were ways to reduce our budget without significantly impacting students,” Smith said.

In 2013, the district experienced about a 5 percent decline in its tax base. The Grundy County Assessor projects the district will continue to see the tax base decline for at least the next two or three years before it levels off, Bugg said.

District 1 also has experienced a decrease in state funding and is still negotiating with Exelon to determine how much the district can levy from Dresden Station, the largest tax contributor in the district.

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By JESSICA BOURQUE aYflihl\7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd MORRIS – A possible flaw in the Grundy County Administration Building’s pipes could cost the county as much as $3,000 to repair.

The facilities committee met with representatives from Cardinal Fire Protection Inc. Thursday to discuss the problem, which caused a pipe to burst and forced the administration building to close early two weeks ago.

“It may have been installed wrong or designed wrong, we just don’t know,” said John Roth, facilities committee chairman, Thursday.

On Jan. 24, one of the water pumps located above the coroner’s office failed, which caused the heat to go out, a pipe to burst and a sprinkler head to break inside the county morgue. Once the frozen pipes thawed, they leaked water into the coroner’s offices causing minor damage.

Experts from Cardinal Inc. discovered a flaw in the pipes, which caused two pumps, used to push hot air and water, to work against each other. Eventually, the counteraction of the

pumps caused one of them to break.

The experts said they will need to redo the pipes to keep the failure from happening again.

Currently, the coroner’s office has heat because of a temporary fix, but the county will need to permanently repair the problem soon.

“It’s fine now,” said Christina Hintze-Symoniak, chief deputy coroner. “As long as it doesn’t get to be 19 degrees again, we’ll be alright.”

The county also is looking at installing alarms that would make them aware of any future pump malfunctions so they address the problem before it causes larger problems, as it did this time.

Cardinal presented a tentative quote for the cost of repairing the pipes to the facilities committee, but did not have updated quotes for the entire project.

“If you would return to us with a quote as soon as possible, we can get together and decide if this is something that should be acted upon before next month,” Roth said Thursday to the Cardinal representatives.

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Vote on potential settlement could come soon

By JESSICA BOURQUE aYflihl\7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd MORRIS – More than a decade of dispute could come to a close this week as taxing bodies in Grundy County are scheduled to vote on a potential settlement with Midwest Generation.

“The monkey would be off our back, so to speak,” Grundy County Board Chairman Ron Severson said Friday.

That “monkey” was a $25 million liability for Grundy County, Morris school districts 101 and 54, the Morris Fire Protection and Ambulance District, and several other local taxing bodies involved in Midwest Generation litigation.

In 2000, the company disputed the equalized assessed property value of the Collins Power Station, which has since closed at the 2,000-acre site in rural Morris. Midwest Generation argued the assessed value of the property was too high. The taxing bodies that received funds based on that EAV appealed Midwest Generation’s claim to avoid repaying nearly $25 million in tax dollars to the company.

“The school districts combined were facing close to a $19 million payback,” District 101 Superintendent Pat Halloran said. “School districts typically don’t have $19 million on hand, so a settlement has always been the desire of the taxing bodies.”

Morris school districts 54 and 101 are the two largest players in the settlement, with Grun-

dy County a close third. Goose Lake Township, the Morris Fire Department, Joliet Junior College and others account for the rest of taxing bodies involved.

While few details have been released, the tentative settlement stipulates that both parties – the taxing bodies and Midwest Generation – will drop any previous charges and walk away from the lawsuit. With the settlement, the taxing bodies would be free from paying back millions.

“Essentially, both parties would just walk away,” Severson said. “We wouldn’t receive any money, but we wouldn’t have to pay anything back either.”

Midwest Generation filed for bankruptcy in December 2012, which played a role in speeding up the settlement discussions, Halloran said. The settlement could also mean more money for Morris school districts when the 2,000 acres of Grundy County land owned by Midwest Generation are redeveloped by new companies.

The Collins Power Plant closed in 2005. The land has been used for agricultural purposes since, Severson said.

“The plan is to get some industry back in that area and get some revenue for the county and the schools,” Severson said.

Before closing, Collins accounted for 56 percent of District 54’s tax base and 35 percent of District 101’s base.

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“It was absolutely devastating to the school district.”

The land lay undeveloped for the last nine years as litigation continued, and school districts were unable to recoup the lost EAV as no new businesses could build on the land.

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“District 54 has a big hope to get some industry back in that property,” Shaw said.

If the settlement goes forward, the taxing bodies will see immediate savings in legal fees. The two school districts have paid the bulk of those fees, which have added up over the last 13 years.

“That’s good for the taxpayers to no longer have those legal fees,” Halloran said.

He could not estimate the amount spent on legal fees through the years on this dispute.

District 101 is set to be the first tax body to vote on the settlement Monday with Grundy County to follow on Tuesday.

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Fire department part of dock plan at Lockport Powerhouse THE HERALD-NEWS LOCKPORT – The fire department has joined in a permit to build a floating dock at the Lockport Powerhouse.

The Lockport Township Fire District and the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago have jointly applied for the permit.

A public notice was released so people can comment on whether the permit should be issued. Comments must be submitted to the Illinois Department of Natural Resourc-

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The dock would be used by government agencies on the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, according to the notice from IDNR. The review of the permit will be based on whether the dock interferes with navigation on the canal, whether it encroaches on the canal, and whether it impairs other uses of the canal.

The powerhouse is about 8,000 feet south of the 9th Street Bridge in Lockport.

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D-113A seeks superintendent with experience District’s past has turned off some candidates

By DAN FARNHAM []Xie_Xd7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd LEMONT – Representatives from School Exec Connect, the search firm in charge of finding the next superintendent of Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A, cited experience and strong managerial skills as traits necessary in the new superintendent.

The firm presented its findings on the ideal superintendent candidate to the board of education last week after speaking with 49 community members in various forums and receiving 149 responses to an online survey.

“I could probably sum it by saying this should not be a training ground to help somebody learn to be a superintendent,” firm representative Tom Madden said. “We believe what you need here is an experienced superintendent.”

With this in mind, Madden said the firm would focus on interviewing candidates who are current superintendents.

He said the district will have to overcome past perception of its financial status and the volatility of the board.

Some potential candidates he talked to had done research on the district and decided they did not want to apply because of its reputation, he said.

He said part of the firm’s job is to convince candidates the district has changed.

“There’s a history here that has painted the board of education as being an issue,” he said. “We believe that is

changing. Every one of you we’ve talked to believed it is changing.”

Madden said the board has developed a reputation for micromanaging. An experienced superintendent with strong managerial skills could better define the roles of the board and the administration.

“We don’t normally say that [strong managerial skills are important],” he said.

“Normally the focus is on leadership.”

Interim Superintendent Pamela Hollich said she would be willing to endorse the board to any candidates.

“I have personally found these people easy to work with,” she said.

Board President Cindy Kelly agreed with the search firm’s assessment.

“I feel much more comfortable with these guys sitting with me in choosing the next superintendent,” she said.

Some board members questioned whether limiting the search to experienced candidates would allow for a deep enough pool.

Firm representative Kathy Robbins said 35 candidates have applied for the position, and about half of them are experienced superintendents.

Of those candidates, Madden said, eight have stood out and interviews already have been set up with some of them.

Still, Madden said he would keep in mind less experienced candidates who have the necessary traits.

“I would like to at least see one or two candidates who are not a superintendent, just to see the difference,” board member Brian Bushnell said.

Robbins said the search firm would present a slate of five to seven candidates to the board Feb. 19.

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Born Interment March 1, 1928 in Coal City, For those wishing tothe send an Bernie was the son of late expression of condolence, her Bernard Joseph, Sr. and Margaret SHIRLEY CARPENTER OBITUARIES family suggests memorials to St. He was a 1946 Bruno-Giordano.

Jude Children's Research Hospital, graduate of Coal City HS and FRANCES L. BUKOWSKI Shirley Carpenter Memorials & Honors Program, 501 Joliet Junior College.

Born: Aug. 16, 1938; In Chicago OBITUARIES (nee Bitner), age 70, attended St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Bernie married Doris Dennison on Died: Feb. 5, 2014; in Joliet of Manhattan For information, please call the August 25,1951 in Immaculate passed away homeChurch, at 815-385-2400, funeral Conception Braidwood. or Frances L. Wednesday, visit: www.justenfh.com, where of Along with being a Bukowski (nee February 5, 2014, at friends may leave an parishioner on-line Assumption ofthe BVM Church, Hiller), age 75, at Silver Cross Hospital. condolence message for her family. rest Wednesday, She is survived by her husband of Bernie belonged to the Knights of Columbus, Braidwood Council. He February 5, 2014 at 33 years, Gerald "Jerry" Carpenter, PATRICIA STUGLIS was a past CoalH. City Police Presence Saint her son, Roy Carpenter of Commissioner, and served the Joseph Medical Bloomington, her brother, Ralph Patricia H.for Stuglis nee Cukale, age community 34 years.

Bernie Center, surrounded by her loving Bitner of Australia, one nephew, 68, of Tinley Park,Folger passed away on retired from the Adam family.

Jonathon (Kandyce) Bitner , one Friday, February 7, 2014.

Company in Lemont.

Born in Chicago, IL on August 16, niece, Grace (Jeremy Fox) BitnerBeloved wife of Kennethwas Stuglis; Bernie enjoyed fishing, an 1938 to Edward and Mary (nee Fox, her great niece Madeleine Fox loving mother ofwas Joseph (Michele) avid reader and a regular Patrick) Hiller. and numerous close friends. and James (Michelle) of the Coal CityStuglis; Library.

Member of St. Vincent DePaul at Preceded in death by her parents patron cherished grandmother of Nicholas, Bernie took pleasure in following all Church of St. Jude in Joliet, IL. Marvin and Lela Bitner.

Sarah, Michael, and Zachary Stuglis; of the local Coal City games and Survived by her loving husband of Shirley was a lifelong resident of dear cousin of Geraldine (late watching Notre Dame.

49 years, Thomas J. Bukowski, Sr.; Manhattan where she remained on enjoyed Robert) Wiora and Janice (Tom) Survivors include his wife, Doris; daughter, Victoria (Charles) her family farm and she was a long Zieler; fondKathy sister-in-law of Sylvia daughter, (Tim) Gabehart; Morales; son, Thomas, Jr. (Jan); time member of Faith Bible Church. (late Morgan) O'Connell. and four grandchildren, Michael, nana of Jason, Dominic, Samantha, Family and friends will meet at Patricia was preceded deathand by Brian, Kevin (fiancé' KylieinKnop) Nicholas and Teresa; sister, Patricia Faith Bible Church, 1600 Schuster her parents Ferdinand andCity; Helen Gabehart, all of Coal Kyle (Robert) Watts; and many nieces St., Joliet, at 10:00a.m., Wednesday, Cukale. great-granddaughter, Bailey; and nephews also survive.

February 12, 2014, for a funeral Family Marvin will receive friends on brother, (Margaret) Preceded in death by her parents; service in honor of Shirley with Monday, February 10, 2014 at Kurtz Giordano of Wilmington; brother-indaughter, Mary Frances; and Pastor Jay Fernlund officiating.

Memorial Chapel, 65 Old Frankfort law, Ray (Patricia) Dennison brother, Edward.

Visitation will be Tuesday, Way, Frankfort IL 60423 from 3:00ofMorton, Illinois; and sisters-inFuneral Services for Frances L. February 11, from4-8:00p.m. at 8:00 PM. Funeral service on of law, Joyce (Thomas) Perkins Bukowski will be held on Forsythe Funeral Home. Interment Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at 10:00 Gardner and Lois (James) Watters Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at Providence Ridge Cemetery, am in the funeral home chapel. of Coal City, as well as numerous 9:15 a.m. from the Fred C. Dames Elwood. Memorials in Shirley's Inurnment nieces and private. nephews.

Funeral Home, 3200 Black at name to Faith Bible Church would For information: Bernie was preceded by his Essington Rds., Joliet to the Church be most appreciated. www.kurtzmemorialchapel.com or sister-in-law, parents and a of St. Jude for 10:00 Mass.

Forsythe Funeral Home 815-806-2225.

MaryEllen McDermott.

Entombment Woodlawn Memorial 507 S. State St. (Rt. 52) Visitation will Sunday February RONALD S.beTOPPEN Park.

Manhattan, IL 60442 9th from 2:00-6:00PM at Reeves In lieu of flowers, memorials in her (815)478-3321 Funeral Home, 75 North name to St. Jude Children's S. Toppen, age Broadway 55, late of www.forsythefuneralhome.com inRonald Coal City.

Funeral Services will Research Hospital would be Mokena, IL. follow Monday, February 10, atnee appreciated.

Beloved husband of Pamela 10:30AM in Assumption of the Visitation Tuesday 2:00-8:00 p.m.

Winter. Loving father of Amy, Virgin Mary Roman Catholic BERNARD J. GIORDANO Blessed at the funeral home. For more Amanda (Jerry) Gralewski and Kankakee Street, Church, 245 South Born: March 1, 1928; In Coal City information: (815) 741-5500 or Aaron Toppen.

Proud grandfather of City.

Burial will be in Coal Died: Feb. 6, 2014; In Joliet www.fredcdames.com Taylor. Caring brother of Barbara Braceville-Gardner Cemetery.

(Stephen) White. Fond uncle, good Preferred memorials may made Bernard Joseph neighbor and dear friend to be many. as gifts in Bernie's name to the Giordano "Bernie", Funeral service Tuesday, February Assumption Building age 85, of Coal City, 11, 2014, at 10:00 AM,Fund, at thein the form of masses, or to a charity of passed away February Vandenberg Funeral Home, 19604 the donor's choosing.

6, 2014 at Presence S. Wolf Road, Mokena, IL. 60448.

Online guestbook Saint Joseph Medical Interment is Private. Visitation www.Reevesfuneral.com.

Center in Joliet.

Monday February 10, 2014 Funeral from services arrangements have Born March 1, 1928 in Coal City, 3:00-9:00and PM. been made under on theservices, direction and Bernie was the son of the late For information care of Reeves Funeral Homes, Ltd. Bernard Joseph, Sr. and Margaret contact 708-479-1210 or in Coal City.

815-634-2125 Bruno-Giordano. He was a 1946 www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com graduate of Coal City HS and attended Joliet Junior College.

Bernie married Doris Dennison on DAVID D. ZIELINSKI Born: July 29, 1925; Peru, IL. August 25,1951 in Immaculate Died: February 7, 2014 Conception Church, Braidwood.

Along with being a parishioner of David D. Zielinski, Assumption ofthe BVM Church, age 88. At Rest Bernie belonged to the Knights of Friday, February 7, Columbus, Braidwood Council. He 2014 surrounded by was a past Coal City Police his loving family.

Commissioner, and served the Born July 29, 1925 community for 34 years. Bernie JACH is a non-profit, Medicare certified hospice serving patients in Will, Grundy & Kendall Counties. in Peru, IL. retired from the Folger Adam Along with parts of Cook, DuPage & Kankakee Counties.

Graduated from Company in Lemont.

LaSalle/Peru High Bernie enjoyed fishing, was an 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet School, he attended avid reader815.740.4104 and was a regular www.joliethospice.org LPO Junior College. patron of the Coal City Library.

On June 19, 1948, he Bernie took pleasure in following all

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Graduated from Online guestbook LaSalle/Peru High www.Reevesfuneral.com.

Funeral School, he attended services and arrangements have LPO College. been made under theJunior direction and On JuneHomes, 19, 1948, care of Reeves Funeral Ltd.he married Theresa J. in Coal City. 815-634-2125 OBITUARIES IN MEMORIAM Zuchora and they moved to Joliet in 1952. A WWII U.S. Navy Air Corp, Carrier Aircraft Service Units (CASU), Veteran, David flew TBF Avengers with Torpedo Bomber In memory of our Squadron #97. He participated in the Atlantic and Pacific Operations. loved one who He wasContinued a longtimeon parishioner page 30 of St. passed away 28 Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.

Lifetime member of Cantigny Post years ago.

VFW #367, past member of the Will County Lumberman's Association, Will/Grundy Contractors Love, your family Association. Former Manager, Vice President and co-owner of Globe Lumber Company, where he was employed for five years at Peru and 37 years at the Crest Hill/JolietHappy Birthday Jessica yards until his retirement in 1988.

He served on the committee to fund Jessica Mae Formhals the building of St. Joseph Hospital.

2/9/96 - 2/18/99 David enjoyed traveling, fishing, boating and water skiing with hisYou’re always with us, Jess, family. He was also an avid golferin our thoughts and hearts. and dedicated hunter. His favorite All our Love, sport was baseball. He was selected to play on the Illinois Valley All Star Your Family Team.

Survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Theresa (nee Zuchora) Zielinski of Joliet; beloved father of Gary (Jean) Zielinski of Joliet, Diane Yvette Walker Aisha (late, Robert) Earley of Minooka, Jay (Deborah) Zielinski of Mazon, and 8-13-81 2-9-10 My dearest Aisha, I can’t believe Dawn (Greg) Bujalski of Geneva; 4 years ago today you left out seven grandchildren, David Earley, Michael (Cortney) Earley, Gailsmiling never to return. I miss you (Chris) Weber, Jason Zielinski,so much. People always come up to Rachel, Jenna and Dana Bujalski; me and tell me how nice you were two great-grandchildren, Madalynn to them. Others talk about how and Austin Earley; three sisters-inlaw, Emily (late, Ed) Turczyn,they Clara miss your “Tacos and Meat (late, Don) Menne and MargePie.” (late, I miss all the George) Zielinski; several numerous laughter and shopping nieces and to nephews. we use do together. Sometimes when I’m Preceded deathaby his parents, down I’llinfind card or letter you gave me and Valentine and Sophia (nee Hypke) I miss you even more.

Zielinski; one brother, George Gone but never forgotten.

Zielinski; two granddaughters, Missing by “2” Laura and Marie Zielinski; son-inlaw, Robert Earley and his nephew, Love, Mom Larry Zielinski.

Funeral Services for David D. Zielinski will be Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at 9:15 a.m. from the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet to St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church for aApril Mass of11, Christian 1918 – Feb. 8, 2006 Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. flowers.

We Please holdomit you close within our hearts, Visitation Tuesday, 4-7 p.m. For And there information: 815-741-5500 or you will remain, www.fredcdames.com To walk with us throughout our lives,

MARY SULLINS

Margaret Voight

Until we meet again.

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Funeral Home chapel 1105 E. 9th (159th) St. Lockport from 11:00am until 12:00noon.

Burial will follow at the Abraham GLORIA J. BAHOR Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood How to submit Born: October 11, 1936; Joliet, IL with full Military Honors.

Died: February 4, 2014; Joliet, IL He passed away ontoFebruary Send information obits@ 4, 2014, peacefully in his sleep theherald-news.com or callto join Gloria J. Bahor (Connors) - Passed his wife, Berenice McKenna Healy.

877-264-2527. away at Joliet Area Community He lived a full and productive life Hospice Home, Tuesday, February of 92 years as a Lt (Jg) USNR 4, 2014. Age 77 years.

Most obituaries appear Veteran in WWII. Husband and Survived by her loving husband of online.

To leave a message of father of four, grandfather of nine 59 years Frank E. Bahor, Two condolence in the online guest and great grandfather of eight. He daughters Linda S. Baranski and book, go to theherald-news. was an accomplished Inorganic Kelly (Jeffrey) Cook all of Joliet. com/obits Chemist that, during the Cold War Four grandchildren Eric, Scott and worked on the Atomic Energy Jennifer Baranski and their father James Baranski, Stephanie Cockrell Commission for many years in Oak Ridge, TN. He was a noted Chemical and her father Thomas Cockrell.

Four great-grandchildren Alexandra Researcher with several patents.

Prior to retirement in 1992, he was a Baranski, Madison Baranski and beloved college chemistry and Angelo Pagliuca and their mother mathematics teacher.

Nicole Pagliuca and Nevaeh He was known for his dry humor Malszycki. Two sisters Nancy L. and quick wit and will be greatly (Ruben) Cruz of Joliet and Joy missed by all his family and his (Ancel) Stricklin of Custer Park. extended family at Senior Star Also numerous nieces, nephews Memory Care in Romeoville, IL. and cousins.

He was father to Joanne Healy Preceded in death by her parents Nieman (Philip), Elizabeth Healy Herbert and Augusta Connors, a son Johnstone (Nick), Robert Healy Daniel R. Bahor (2008).

(Catherine) and Michael Healy Gloria was born October 11, 1936 (Mary). and was a lifelong Joliet resident. www.oneilfuneralhome.com Lifetime member of Lincoln School Arrangements by: PTA and was involved as a Girl Scout Leader of Troop 150 at Lincoln Elementary School.

Funeral services will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home, 2320 Black Road, Saturday, February 8, at 10:00 A.M. Interment Elmhurst Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials to Joliet Area BARBARA L. HUCEK Community Hospice will be appreciated. Visitation will be held Barbara L. Hucek Friday from 4:00 - 8:00 P.M. (nee Smith), age 80, of Joliet, at rest after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer on Thursday, February 6, 2014.

Barbara is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Wendell J. Hucek; four sons, Kurt (Patty), DR. ROBERT M. HEALY Jeffrey (Karen), Douglas (Beth) and Steven Hucek; eight grandchildren, Dr. Robert M. Annie Allgood, Kurt (Jennifer), Marc Healy's life will be (Marissa) Hucek, Kristin (Michael) Tomasino, Justin, Brianne Hucek, celebrated on Adam and Nolan Hucek; greatMonday, February 10, 2014 in the O'Neil grandchildren, Logan and Giana Funeral Home chapel Allgood and Natalie Hucek; sisters, JoAnn (the late Chuck) Freeman and 1105 E. 9th (159th) St. Lockport from 11:00am until 12:00noon.

Alice (Art) Haws; dear friend, Burial will follow at the Abraham Delores Glenn. Numerous nieces Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood and nephews also survive.

Preceded in death by her parents, with full Military Honors.

He passed away on February 4, George and Evelyn (nee Flanagan) 2014, peacefully in his sleep to join Smith; Barbara was born in Dodge City, his wife, Berenice McKenna Healy.

He lived a full and productive life KS and was raised in the of 92 years as a Lt (Jg) USNR Chicagoland area before marrying and settling in Joliet, IL. She was Veteran in WWII. Husband and father of four, grandfather of nine employed for 16 years at the and great grandfather of eight. He Holiday Inn in Shorewood, IL. She was a volunteer and board member was an accomplished Inorganic for the Joliet Deaf Club for over 50 Chemist that, during the Cold War worked on the Atomic Energy years, as well as a Senior Deaf Club Commission for many years in Oak member. She enjoyed, family, Ridge, TN. He was a noted Chemical friends, traveling, playing cards,

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for the Joliet Deaf Club for over 50 years, as well as a Senior Deaf Club member. She enjoyed, family, friends, traveling, playing cards, puzzles and watching the Chicago Cubs. Even though she was deaf, we will forever miss her beautiful voice.

The family would like to offer a special thank you to Dr. Trager, Dr. Brems, Dr. Gustafson and the entire staff at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center who provided care for Barbara, as well as the Physical Therapy Department.

In lieu of flowers, Mass in honor of Barbara to be said at the Cathedral of St. Raymond would be appreciated.

A celebration of Barbara's life will begin on Monday, February 10, 2014 with prayers in the funeral home chapel at 11:20 a.m. then driving in procession to the Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus in Joliet for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow at S.S. Cyril and Methodius Cemetery in Joliet.

Visitation will be on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL from 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Obituary and Tribute Wall for Barbara L. Hucek at www.tezakfuneralhome.com or for information, 815-722-0524.

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Alice Dolan and Phyllis Mills.

Newey was a Veteran of the United States Navy, the United States Marines Corps., and the United States Air Force. He was a member of the American Legion & VFW of Lockport. Newey was a Board member and past President of the USS CV-6 Enterprise Association as well as State President of the 2nd Marine Division Association. He was a life member of the Historical Society in Lockport and also retired as a Crane Operator from Unocal/Citco in Lemont.

Newey always found time to repair the neighborhood kids bicycles and loved to travel.

Family will receive friends at Goodale Memorial Chapel, 912 S. Hamilton Street, Lockport, IL 60441 on Monday, February 10, 2014 from 2:00 PM until time of funeral service at 6:00 PM. Interment will be private at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations to VITAS Hospice Care (Suite #225) 1890 Silver Cross Blvd., New Lenox, IL 60451 would be appreciated.

For information, 815-838-1533 or www.goodalememorialchapel.com

Interment will follow at S.S. Cyril and Methodius Cemetery in Joliet.

Obituary and Tribute Wall for Daniel A. Mathes at www.tezakfuneralhome.com or for information, 815-722-0524.

Arrangements entrusted to:

PATRICIA D. OGLESBY

Patricia D. Oglesby (nee Davis), Age 54, entered eternal life on Friday, February 7, 2014 with her loving family by her side after fighting a courageous battle.

Patricia is survived by her beloved husband, Bennie; son, Brandon R. Oglesby; granddaugher Sianna; brother, William (Linda) Davis; two sisters, Sandra (John) Depratt and Karen (Mike) Nebe; also survived by numerous relatives and her loving pet, Lola.

Preceded in death by her parents, DANIEL A. MATHES Jack and Dolores (nee Haller) Davis.

Patti was an exceptional Daniel A. Mathes, hairstylist and barber in the Joliet age 65, entered area for many years. She was an eternal life on adventurist who loved to hike, fish, Wednesday, and travel and had a particular love Febraury 5, 2014. for the Smoky Mountains. Patti's Daniel is survived love and kindness touched the by his beloved wife, Patricia D. hearts of everyone who knew her.

Mathes; loving children, Daniel She will be dearly missed.

NEWEY F. KEARNEY, SR. Mathes, Stephen (Vickie) Vining, The family would like to thank Melissa Vining, Suzanne Booher, Silver Cross Hospital, Rosewood Newey F. Kearney, and Christopher (Tonya) Vining; Care Center, and VITAS Hospice for cherished mother, Angeline Mathes; the exceptional care provided to Sr., age 85, of and brother, Michael Mathes; also Lockport, passed Patti during her time of illness. survived by numerous other away on Friday, A Celebration of Patricia's life will relatives and close friends.

February 7, 2014 at begin with a Visitation to be held on Preceded in death by his father, his home in Lockport, IL. Monday, February 10, 2014 from Everett Mathes.

Newey is survived by his loving 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Tezak Daniel was was a proud veteran of Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, family, wife, Sybil H. Kearney the U.S. Army. He employed by (Helms); children, Vivian (Dave) Joliet. A Mass of Christian Burial will Graybar Electric for 13 years. He Oxley, Francis Ann (James) Cooke, be celebrated on Tuesday, February truly enjoyed working at Graybar Newey Kearney, Jr.; sister, Eleanor 11, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Lancey; grandchildren, Kelly Cooke, and formed many cherished Church - 901 Elizabeth Street, Joliet. friendships during this time.

David (Suzanne) Oxley, Adrienne All relatives and friends are A celebration of Daniel's life will (Steve) Walton, Courtney (Michael) invited to meet at the Church. Per begin on Tuesday, February 11, 2014 Patricia's wishes cremation rites Turner, Nikki (John) Vann; great with a visitation from 9:00 a.m. grandchildren, Chelsea, Shelby, will be accorded. Obituary and until 11:00 a.m. at Tezak Funeral Libby, Drew, Sadie, Bryce, Lauren, Tribute Wall for Patricia D. Oglesby Libby and Olivia.

Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL at www.tezakfuneralhome.com or Newey was preceded in death by then driving in procession to St. for information, 815-722-0524.

Mary Nativity Catholic Church in his parents, James & Frances Arrangements entrusted to: Joliet for a Mass of Christian Burial Kearney, Sr., (Geddry); siblings, to be celebrated at 11:30 a.m.

James Kearney, Jr., John Kearney, Interment will follow at S.S. Cyril Alice Dolan and Phyllis Mills. and Methodius Cemetery in Joliet.

Newey was a Veteran of the United States Navy, the United Obituary and Tribute Wall for Daniel A. Mathes at States Marines Corps., and the Continued on page 31 www.tezakfuneralhome.com or for United States Air Force. He was a information, 815-722-0524. member of the American Legion & Support the local economy and get things done.

Arrangements entrusted to: VFWSupport of Lockport. Newey was a local the economy and get things done.

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Avengers with Torpedo Bomber Squadron #97. He participated in Diane Shogren, age 51, of the Atlantic and Pacific Operations.

He was a longtime parishioner of St. Ingleside, died February 5, 2014, at PATRICIA H. STUGLIS Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.

Good Shepherd Hospital.

She was born April 29, 1962 in Patricia H. Stuglis nee Cukale, age Lifetime member of Cantigny Post DeKalb to Allen and Bette (Oster) VFW #367, past member of the Will 68, of Tinley Park, passed away on County Lumberman's Association, McCowan. On November 6, 1987, Friday, February 7, 2014.

Will/Grundy Contractors she married Steven Shogren in Beloved wife of Kenneth Stuglis; Kildeer.

Association. Former Manager, Vice loving mother of Joseph (Michele) President and co-owner of Globe Diane attended elementary and and James (Michelle) Stuglis; high school in Lockport. She cherished grandmother of Nicholas, Lumber Company, where he was received a B.S. degree in Nursing in Sarah, Michael, and Zachary Stuglis; employed for five years at Peru and 1984 from Northern Illinois 37 years at the Crest Hill/Joliet dear cousin of Geraldine (late yards until his retirement in 1988.

University. Following graduation, Robert) Wiora and Janice (Tom) He served on the committee to fund Diane was first employed at West Zieler; fond sister-in-law of Sylvia the building of St. Joseph Hospital.

Suburban Hospital before working (late Morgan) O'Connell.

David enjoyed traveling, fishing, at Good Shepherd Hospital for over Patricia was preceded in death by boating and water skiing with his 20 years. At Good Shepherd, she her parents Ferdinand and Helen enjoyed working with patients and Cukale. family. He was also an avid golfer their families in the specialty area of and dedicated hunter. His favorite Family will receive friends on oncology prior to transferring to Monday, February 10, 2014 at Kurtz sport was baseball. He was selected to play on the Illinois Valley All Star work in her present position as a Memorial Chapel, 65 Old Frankfort peri-operative nurse.

Way, Frankfort IL 60423 from 3:00- Team.

Survived by his loving wife of 63 Leisure activities included 8:00 PM. Funeral service on camping, as well as participating in Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at 10:00 years, Theresa (nee Zuchora) leagues playing volleyball, bowling, am in the funeral home chapel.

Zielinski of Joliet; beloved father of and golfing. She was proud of Gary (Jean) Zielinski of Joliet, Diane Inurnment private. (late, Robert) Earley of Minooka, Jay shooting a 93 and 95 this past For information: November while vacationing with www.kurtzmemorialchapel.com or (Deborah) Zielinski of Mazon, and her husband in Orlando. Diane was 815-806-2225.

Dawn (Greg) Bujalski of Geneva; seven grandchildren, David Earley, an avid reader, and also enjoyed Michael (Cortney) Earley, Gail solving puzzles.

A compassionate and caring (Chris) Weber, Jason Zielinski, RONALD S. TOPPEN Rachel, Jenna and Dana Bujalski; health care professional, she two great-grandchildren, Madalynn touched many lives during her Ronald S. Toppen, age 55, late of professional career. Above all, and Austin Earley; three sisters-inMokena, IL. Diane's family was her priority. A law, Emily (late, Ed) Turczyn, Clara Beloved husband of Pamela nee (late, Don) Menne and Marge (late, beloved daughter, wife, mother, Winter. Loving father of Amy, George) Zielinski; several numerous sister, aunt, and cousin, she will be Amanda (Jerry) Gralewski and dearly missed by her loving family Aaron Toppen. Proud grandfather of nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his parents, and many friends.

Taylor. Caring brother of Barbara Survivors include her husband of (Stephen) White. Fond uncle, good Valentine and Sophia (nee Hypke) 26 years, Steven; three children, Zielinski; one brother, George neighbor and dear friend to many.

Jessica Larsen, Jordan Shogren and Funeral service Tuesday, February Zielinski; two granddaughters, Laura and Marie Zielinski; son-inTyler Shogren; her mother, Bette 11, 2014, at 10:00 AM, at the law, Robert Earley and his nephew, McCowan; her father, Allen (Nancy) Vandenberg Funeral Home, 19604 McCowan; a sister, Cathy (Oliver) Larry Zielinski.

S. Wolf Road, Mokena, IL. 60448.

Funeral Services for David D. Brandt; two brothers, Richard Interment is Private. Visitation Zielinski will be Wednesday, (Roberta) McCowan and Don Monday February 10, 2014 from (Kathy) McCowan; a step-sister, February 12, 2014 at 9:15 a.m. from 3:00-9:00 PM. Amy (Mike) Steffgen; and stepthe Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, For information on services, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet brother, Andrew (Andrea) Fry; contact 708-479-1210 or sisters-in-law, Lynette (Don) Tillis, www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com to St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church for a Mass of Christian Susan (George) Marotta, and Mary Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment Shogren; brothers-in-law, Donald Abraham Lincoln National (Judy) Shogren, and John Shogren; DAVID D. ZIELINSKI and many nieces and nephews.

Cemetery. Please omit flowers.

Born: July 29, 1925; Peru, IL. Visitation Tuesday, 4-7 p.m. For A visitation will be held from 3:00 Died: February 7, 2014 information: 815-741-5500 or p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Sunday, February 9, 2014, at Justen Funeral David D. Zielinski, www.fredcdames.com Home & Crematory, 3700 W. age 88. At Rest Charles J. Miller Road, McHenry, IL Friday, February 7, 60050. The funeral service will be 2014 surrounded by at 7:00 p.m. Sunday in the funeral his loving family. home. Interment will be private.

Born July 29, 1925 For those wishing to send an in Peru, IL. expression of condolence, her Graduated from family suggests memorials to St. LaSalle/Peru High Jude Children's Research Hospital, School, he attended Memorials & Honors Program, 501 LPO Junior College.

St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

On June 19, 1948, he For information, please call the married Theresa J. funeral home at 815-385-2400, or Zuchora and they moved to Joliet in visit: www.justenfh.com, where 1952. A WWII U.S. Navy Air Corp, friends may leave an on-line Carrier Aircraft Service Units condolence message for her family. (CASU), Veteran, David flew TBF Avengers with Torpedo Bomber Squadron #97. He participated in the Atlantic and Pacific Operations.

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He was such an admirer of Chicago Cubs legend Ron Santo, in lieu of flowers memorials in Mick's memory to the Ron Santo Juvenile MICHAEL E. RYAN Diabetes Research Foundation Born: Feb. 3, 1945; In Joliet (JDRF) Illinois Chapter, 11 South Died: Feb. 5, 2014; In Joliet LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603 Michael E. “Mick” Arrangements by: Tapella. Funeral Ryan, age 69, passed Services at Blackburn-Giegerichaway on Sonntag Funeral Home Wednesday, For information: 815-726-4054 or February 5, 2014 at visit www.bgsfuneralhome.com Presence St. Joseph Medical Center with his loving family by BARBARA J. SCHREINER his side.

Born: Aug. 6, 1939; In Joliet Born in Joliet on February 3, 1945, the Died: Feb. 4, 2014; In Joliet son of the late Eugene (1976) and Barbara Jean the late Jeanette (1997) (nee Foley) Schreiner, age 74, Ryan. passed away Mick attended St. Patrick Grade Tuesday, February 4, School and graduated from Joliet 2014 at the Joliet Catholic High School. He served in Area Community Germany as an MP with the US Hospice Home.

Army. For 34 years he worked as Born August 6, 1939 in Joliet, she the “Candyman” as Buyer and was a lifelong resident. Employed as General Manager for Eby Brown Company in Joliet. He most recently an operator with Illinois Bell for 25 served as Chief Deputy Assessor for years, retired in 1994; and with Empress Casino from 1994-2000. A the Joliet Township Assessors student with St. John Parochial Office.

Mick was a locally renowned fast- School and St. Francis Academy graduate, Class of 1957. Member of pitch softball pitcher for the Manhattan Shadows, Red Barn and St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church Chesty Chips. He was a local youth and the Joliet Evening and Noon Lions Clubs. A longtime Joliet area basketball and football official and he also coached boys baseball at St. bowler with the Rivals at Town & Country Lanes.

Joe's Park for many years. He was Preceded in death by her parents, the Master of Ceremonies over the Anthony J. and Barbara A. (nee greatest Ryan Christmases ever.

Mick loved everyone as long as you Schmars) Schreiner; and one were Irish, Catholic, Democrat and a brother, Donald Schreiner. Loving sister of Mary Ann (Lance) Hileman Cub Fan. of Morris, Clyde (Charlene) Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Jim Schreiner of Joliet, Richard (1998); his father-in-law, Lawrence (Therese) Schreiner of Romeoville, Motta (1970); and a brother-in-law, John (Violet) Schreiner of Joliet, and Thomas Schreiner of Groveland, IL; Don Motta (1995). numerous nieces, nephews, greatSurvived by his loving wife of 44 nieces and great-nephews also years, Lori (Lorraine, nee Motta) survive.

Ryan; his son, Larry (Chris Funeral Services for Barbara Jean Jambrosek); his daughter, Shelly Schreiner will be Monday, February (Tom) Felkins; mother-in-law, 10, 2014 at 9:15 a.m. from the Fred Bernice Motta; sister, Mary Jane C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Pluth; brother, Pat (Debi) Ryan; at Essington Rds., Joliet to St. Paul sister-in-law, Lee (Jim) Ryan and the Apostle Catholic Church for three precious gifts from heaven, Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment at St. his grandchildren, McKenna, Michael and Patrick “Packey” Ryan; Mary Immaculate Cemetery.

Visitation Sunday, 2:00-6:00 p.m. at proud uncle of Kim (Ron) Mitchell, Sue (Andy) Runde, Dan Pluth, Jayme the funeral home.

For information: 815-741-5500 or (Mike) Zobel, Jim (Beth) Ryan, Jocie www.fredcdames.com Pluth and Emilee Motta.

Funeral Services will be held from the Blackburn-Giegerich-Sonntag Funeral Home, 1500 Black Road, Joliet on Monday, February 10, 2014 at 8:30 am to the Cathedral of St. Raymond for a mass at 9:00 am.

Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, February 9, 2014 from 2:00 to 8:00 pm He was such an admirer of Chicago Cubs legend Ron Santo, in DIANE SHOGREN lieu of flowers memorials in Mick's Born: April 29, 1962; In DeKalb Died: Feb. 5, 2014; In Barrington memory to the Ron Santo Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Diane Shogren, age 51, of (JDRF) Illinois Chapter, 11 South Ingleside, died February 5, 2014, at LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois

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Advisers: Proposed marijuana rules are fair

By CHACOUR KOOP The Associated Press SPRINGFIELD – Advisers to businesses hoping to get into Illinois’ medical marijuana pilot program say the proposed rules for getting into the industry would be financially burdensome but fair and likely wouldn’t hinder the application process, which is expected to be highly competitive.

The state’s revenue, agriculture, and financial and professional regulation departments on Friday released proposed regulations for the new program. Public comments on the proposed rules will be taken until Feb. 27.

Consultants and lawyers for potential medical marijuana business owners say the

expensive, rigorous process is in line with other states.

But some users are concerned the large businesses likely to own dispensaries and cultivation centers may not produce a cheaper and high-quality medicine for consumers.

Applicants for retail dispensary stores would need $400,000 on hand, with verification of how they acquired the money. The proposed rules also call for about $50,000 in application, registration and annual fees.

“Clearly, what the state of Illinois is attempting to do is stop people who have income coming in from elicit sources like the drug trade,” said Nicholas Williams, an attorney for HW Holdings in Bloomington who owns medical supply stores in the

region. He said his company is interested in expanding to medical marijuana dispensaries.

He called the application “beyond complex” and expects it to likely require hundreds of pages of business plans. He said the selection process will be competitive.

“You better know the color of the paint on the walls, otherwise you’re going to have trouble getting picked,” Williams said.

The proposed rules also say that 21 of the 60 dispensaries required under the law would be outside of the Chicago area.

The application process for cultivation centers is similar. The state would charge a $100,000 annual renewal permit fee and $25,000 application fee under the proposed

rules. No single person or entity would be allowed to have more than three cultivation center permits. They’ll need $250,000 in liquid assets available.

Bradley Vallerius, a consultant for medical marijuana business owners, said these rules are fair and similar to states such as Colorado and Massachusetts. Vallerius, who wrote a book on Illinois medical marijuana law, is working to pool together different people and businesses to own a cultivation center.

He said he is focused more on central and southern Illinois districts because the Chicago area is likely to be very competitive.

But Julie Falco, who uses cannabis to treat her multiple sclerosis, fears the rules

will make the drug too pricey.

She said higher state costs for businesses could mean more expenses for marijuana users.

“It’s definitely the concern amongst a lot of patients,” Falco said. “Are we going to get a reasonable amount of medicine that we have to completely break the bank on?”

The Department of Public Health has issued proposed regulations that would require medical marijuana patients to be fingerprinted, undergo a background check and pay $150 a year to get special photo identification.

“It’s clear this is a merit-based system. This is not, ‘Hey, I’ve got some money. I qualify for it. Pull my name out of a hat.’ There is going to be a rigorous review of applications,” Williams said.

Prosecutor in NATO summit trial doesn’t Former Chicago mayor second-guess, stands behind terror charges able to leave the hospital

By MICHAEL TARM The Associated Press CHICAGO – During an atmosphere two years ago when Chicago authorities were warning demonstrations could turn violent at an upcoming NATO summit, the chief prosecutor chose to invoke an almost never-used Illinois law to charge three self-described anarchists with terrorism.

After jurors acquitted them Friday of all terrorism charges – convicting them instead of lesser arson and mob action counts – journalists asked Cook County state’s attorney Anita Alvarez if, in hindsight, she regretted filing the more-serious charges.

“Absolutely not!” she said, her voice rising in a courtroom hallway. “I would bring these charges (again) tomorrow morning – with no apologies and no second-guessing.”

Prosecutors had accused Brian Church, Jared Chase and Brent Vincent Betterly of plotting, in the weeks leading up to the summit, Molotov cocktail attacks on President Barack Obama’s campaign office, Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s

home and police stations. Two undercover officers infiltrated their inner circle, and the young activists were arrested just days before the summit began.

If the jurors’ finding wasn’t a win in what was widely seen as a test case of Illinois’ terrorism statute, nor was it a defeat for her office, Alvarez said.

“How is this a defeat? ... We saved people from being hurt,” she said. “Do we have to wait for a Chicago police officer to be set on fire? ... Do we have to wait for that neighborhood bank to go up in flames?”

Alvarez noted that with their convictions on lesser counts, Church, 22, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; Chase, 29, of Keene, N.H.; and Betterly, 25, of Oakland Park, Fla., still face between four and 30 years in prison.

The defense, though, said it was a decisive defeat for such state terrorism laws, at least in how Alvarez’s office applied them.

“There aren’t many terrorism cases the government ... the state ... hasn’t won in this country,” said Thomas Durkin, Chase’s attorney.

Illinois was among more

than 30 states nationwide that adopted state terrorism laws in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Many saw the bills as largely symbolic.

But Alvarez said Friday that Illinois’ statue was fashioned for just such scenarios: The three activists had come to Chicago while it was in the world spotlight, intending through violence to send a political message. Those actions, she said, fell properly into the terrorism category.

Michael Deutch, Church’s attorney, accused Alvarez of ramping up charges to the level of terrorism to intimidate protesters flooding into the city and to score political points with Chicagoans alarmed by talk of potential violence.

“When we start to trivialize terrorism and charge protesters with terrorism ... we are threatening all kinds of rights to protest and to speak out,” he said.

Until Friday, state prosecutors hadn’t directly addressed why they took on the terrorism case rather than letting federal prosecutors – with vastly more experience trying such cases – take the lead.

The ASSOCIATED PRESS CHICAGO – Former Mayor Richard M. Daley left a Chicago hospital Saturday after more than a week of tests to determine why he was feeling ill and disoriented during a business trip.

The 71-year-old Daley smiled and waved but did not stop to speak to the large crowd of reporters and videographers waiting outside Northwestern Memorial Hos- Richard pital in down- M. Daley town Chicago.

The city’s longest-serving mayor was taken by ambulance to the hospital’s intensive care unit on Jan. 31 upon returning from a conference in Scottsdale, Ariz. But doctors and his family so far have not released any details on his health condition.

“My hope is that the sight of him will stop some of the outlandish rumors I’ve heard,” his longtime aide and spokeswoman Jacquelyn Heard said in an email.

Wearing a grey overcoat and a fedora, Daley was brought to

the hospital lobby Saturday in a wheelchair, the Chicago SunTimes reported. But he walked outside to a waiting minivan with no assistance and accompanied by his son.

Daley had been complaining of feeling ill during the conference in Arizona, and on his family’s insistence he was met by an ambulance after flying back to Chicago.

Northwestern Memorial Hospital spokeswoman Sheila Galloro said Saturday she could not release any details on his health. Heard said there might be an update from the family later.

Daley has maintained an active schedule since leaving office in 2011, working for the law firm Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP and exercising regularly, even while traveling.

Daley was the city’s mayor for 22 years, a year longer than his father, the legendary Richard J. Daley, who was 74 when he died in 1976 of a heart attack while still in office.

In 2010, Richard M. Daley surprised the city when he announced that he would not seek a seventh term. He was succeeded by Rahm Emanuel, the former White House chief of staff.

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By RAPHAEL SATTER

Justice Dept. applying same-sex rights to itself

By PETE YOST The Associated Press

The Associated Press LONDON – News organizations publishing leaked National Security Agency documents have inadvertently disclosed the names of at least six intelligence workers and other government secrets they never intended to give away, an Associated Press review has found.

The accidental disclosures illustrate the risks of even well-intentioned, public-interest reporting on highly secret U.S. programs.

In some cases, prominent newspapers including The New York Times quickly pulled down government records they published online and recensored them to hide information they accidentally exposed. On one occasion, the Guardian newspaper published an NSA document that appeared to identify an American intelligence target living abroad. Before the newspaper could fix its mistake, a curious software engineer, Ron Garret of Emerald Hills, Calif., tried to contact the man at his office.

“I figured someone ought to give him the heads up,” Garret told The Associated Press.

The inadvertent disclosures, which include technical details and other information, are another complication in the ethically and technically challenging coverage of the NSA’s surveillance programs.

Journalists who have seen the unfiltered secrets leaked by former intelligence worker Edward Snowden agree that some things are off-limits for publication. But media organizations sometimes have struggled to keep them that way.

Glenn Greenwald, the reporter and columnist who has played a key role in publishing so many of Snowden’s revelations, has said he wouldn’t publish the names of U.S. intelligence workers unless they were top-ranking public

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Privacy expert Christopher Parsons is pictured Wednesday outside his Toronto office. The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s nightly news program, “The National,” revealed the names of three NSA employees when its cameras panned across NSA documents during voiceovers. officials. Greenwald told the AP that the mistaken disclosures of at least six names and other material were minor errors made by technical staff and quickly corrected.

“We reported on these documents with the largest and most well-respected media organizations in the world, but like all human institutions, none is perfect,” Greenwald said.

It was not immediately clear what damage, if any, has come from the disclosures of the names of the six NSA employees and other secrets. The NSA would not discuss its employees. None appeared to be working undercover.

The AP was able to locate several of their home addresses and other personal details about them. The NSA said in a statement that it asks news outlets “to redact and withhold the names of employees, given the sensitive nature of the information and concerns for the safety of employees and their families.”

The AP is not republishing the names of the NSA employees. It generally uses full names of government employees unless there is a specific threat or security concern. In this instance, the AP concluded the names were not vital to readers’ understanding of the issues and provided no addi-

tional credibility or transparency into the issues.

The accidental disclosures – the AP counted at least eight of them – involve carelessness by some television broadcasters, sloppy digital redactions applied to copies of documents and, in the Guardian’s case, an incomplete understanding of what information might be revealing.

The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s nightly news program, “The National,” revealed the names of three NSA employees when its cameras panned across NSA documents during voiceovers.

“They were scrolling through it and I thought, ‘Hold on, that’s an unredacted, classified document,’ ” said Christopher Parsons, who noticed the mistake. “It was kind of nuts. I couldn’t believe that they were so cavalierly showing it on national television.”

Parsons, a privacy expert at the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs, was able to read the employees’ names by pausing, rewinding and replaying the video.

CBC’s director of news content, David Walmsley, said the network regretted the error, pulled the video off its website and purged the material from its servers.

WASHINGTON – In an assertion of same-sex marriage rights, Attorney General Eric Holder is applying a landmark Supreme Court ruling to the Justice Department, announcing Saturday that same-sex spouses cannot Eric Holder be compelled to testify against each other, should be eligible to file for bankruptcy jointly and are entitled to the same rights and privileges as federal prison inmates in opposite-sex marriages.

The Justice Department runs a number of benefits programs, and Holder said same-sex couples will qualify for them. They include the

September 11th Victim Compensation Fund and benefits to surviving spouses of public safety officers who suffer catastrophic or fatal injuries in the line of duty.

“In every courthouse, in every proceeding and in every place where a member of the Department of Justice stands on behalf of the United States, they will strive to ensure that same-sex marriages receive the same privileges, protections and rights as opposite-sex marriages under federal law,” Holder said in prepared remarks to the Human Rights Campaign in New York. The advocacy group works on behalf of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equal rights.

Just as in the civil rights struggles of the 1960s, the stakes in the current generation over same-sex marriage rights “could not be higher,” Holder said.

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Drought-rattled California welcomes weekend storm

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We are a long ways from where we need to be, but we have to start with some sort of a raindrop,” Burton said.

The storm that moved in Friday, powered by a warm, moisture-packed system from the Pacific Ocean known as a Pineapple Express, dropped more than 7 inches of rain on Marin County’s Mt. Tamalpais, an average of 4 inches in Sonoma County and one to three inches in San Francisco, San Jose and other urban areas as of Saturday morning, National Weather Service hydrologist Mark Strudley said.

With areas north of San Francisco forecast to see another few inches by Sunday, the downpour, while ample enough to flood roadways and prompt warnings that parched streams could be deluged to the point of overflowing, by itself will not solve the state’s drought worries, Strudley said.

The ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN FRANCISCO – Californians accustomed to complaining about the slightest change in the weather welcomed a robust weekend storm that soaked the northern half of the drought-stricken state Saturday even as rain and snow brought the threat of avalanches, flooding and rock slides.

In Willits, one of 17 rural communities that California’s Department of Public Health recently described as dangerously low on water, City Councilman Bruce Burton said he cheered seeing the water levels in a local reservoir and his backyard pond creeping up and small streams flowing again.

The city in the heart of redwood country usually sees about 50 inches of rain a year and was expected to get about four inches by Sunday.

“It’s guarded optimism.

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Future of Central African Republic Muslims imperiled The Associated Press DAKAR, Senegal – The mob violence wracking Central African Republic imperils the future of the country’s Muslims, with tens of thousands fleeing the daily violence and untold numbers killed.

Bangui, the capital, is engulfed in an orgy of bloodshed and looting despite the presence of thousands of French and African peacekeepers.

“We are in a moment where immediate action is needed to stop the killings,” Peter Bouckaert of Human Rights Watch told The Associated Press, calling for a full-fledged U.N. peacekeeping mission. “Otherwise the future of the Muslim community of this country will be gone.”

Muslims make up about 15 percent of Central African Republic’s 4.6 million people. More than 800,000 people have fled their homes – about half of those from the capital, according to the United Nations.

“There are some who don’t want Muslims in this country,” Prime Minister Andre Nzapayeke said on local radio Saturday. “But when the Muslims have left the country, what happens next? The Protestants will throw out the Catholics, and then the Baptists against the Evangelists, and finally the animists? It is time we regain control and stop ourselves from plunging into an abyss.”

Thousands of Muslims left Bangui in a massive convoy Friday that was jeered by crowds of Christians. One

Muslim who fell off a truck was quickly killed by the mob.

Muslim women who could not get on the trucks tried to hand their children to strangers aboard the vehicles.

Whole neighborhoods are abandoned and Muslims who cannot leave are hiding inside mosques that have not already been set ablaze or destroyed by angry crowds.

Entire Muslim communities also have left towns in the rural northwest, sometimes only to come under attack from Christian militiamen and die while trying to get out of the anarchic country.

Across a wide stretch of northwest Central African Republic, Christian militiamen known as the anti-Balaka (or anti-machete) have driven tens of thousands of Muslims out of the area. Many are seeking refuge in Chad or Cameroon, as there are few corners of Central African Republic where Muslims are an outright majority.

The violence against the Muslims is in reaction to abuses perpetrated by the Muslim Seleka rebels during their 10-month rule that began last March.

Seleke fighters tied their victims together and threw them off bridges to drown or be eaten by crocodiles, according to witnesses.

Now that Seleka’s leader Michel Djotodia stepped down from the presidency last month and a precarious civilian interim government is in charge, it is the country’s Muslim minority that is now under assault.

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Kinkade’s works have depreciated in value Dear Mr. Berko: In 1993, I fell in love with the art of Thomas Kinkade. I bought one of his beautiful pieces, paying $19,000 for a modest canvas of a cabin beside a river with mountains in the background. It’s beautiful and peaceful, and the colors are magnificent. Just thinking about this painting gives me a great amount of pleasure.

An ex-student (I used to be an English literature professor) who has been my chiropodist for 16 years reluctantly gave me terrible news: My $19,000 Kinkade is worth only a few hundred dollars at best.

About the same time, a close associate bought two signed Kinkade prints and paid more than he could afford. Now we are told that his prints are basically worthless.

Many devotees have bought Kinkade’s art because of its unique and exquisite beauty and believed his body of work would appreciate in value.

This is very hurtful to me and several others whom I know.

How could this beautiful art implode in value? Is there

VIEWS Malcom Berko any chance that Kinkade’s work will return to its original value? I will look forward to your earliest response.

– PC, Oklahoma City

Dear PC: The last time I came across the word “chiropodist” was in 1991. I was backpacking in the Kashmiri Himalayas and met a retired “foot doctor,” an American expatriate who retired to Srinagar with his Pakistani wife. I’m just guessing, but was that the year you retired from teaching English literature?

Tens and tens of thousands of folks were just as enchanted and captivated by the unique style of Thomas Kinkade, who looked like a younger version of Ernie Kovacs. I am one of them, but I’ve never owned his work.

Kinkade’s scenes, colors and composition were captivating, mesmerizing, harmoniz-

ing, enthralling, seductive and all the other adjectives that artsy-tartsy folks use when they acknowledge talent and recognize potential.

If Thomas had created just 100 or so canvases, yours might have been worth multiple tens of thousands of dollars today.

However, the almost tsunamic demand for his canvases was so overwhelming that Thomas wisely decided to go commercial before the paint dried. So he created what amounted to an industrial assembly line and began to bang out myriad idyllic, Arcadian and bucolic eclogues on canvas. And because of Thomas’ prodigious output, the supply exceeded demand, and values collapsed. Why? Well, it’s called Berko’s law of exclusivity. Everybody who wanted a Kinkade could afford an original. There’s a fascinating lesson here: Basically, the pricing of art is a farce.

Thomas got very rich very quickly, and good for him; he deserved it. The rest of his life is another story.

Weak U.S. jobs report offers hints of optimism The ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON – A second straight month of weak job growth renewed concerns Friday that the vigor displayed by the American economy late last year may be gone, at least for the moment.

The Labor Department’s monthly employment report showing a tepid gain of 113,000 jobs in January followed December’s puny increase of 75,000 – far below last year’s average monthly gain of 194,000.

Yet the report provided some cause for optimism. Solid hiring last month in manufacturing and construction point to underlying strength.

And in a healthy sign, more Americans began looking for jobs, suggesting they were more hopeful about their prospects. A sizable 115,000 formerly unemployed people also said they found jobs. Their hiring reduced the unemployment rate to a seasonally adjusted 6.6 percent, the lowest in more than five years.

Most economists say they think hiring will strengthen during 2014 as the economy improves further.

Job growth “clearly has downshifted over the past two months,” said Doug Handler, chief U.S. economist at IHS Global Insight. “But we still believe the economic fundamentals remain strong and

... forecast an acceleration of growth later in the year.”

Janet Yellen will be pressed about jobs and the economy when she testifies to Congress next week in her first public comments since becoming Federal Reserve chair on Feb. 1. Fed officials are scaling back their stimulus for the economy. They’ve also said they would consider raising their benchmark short-term interest rate at some point after the rate falls below 6.5 percent.

But the Fed has not been clear about the timing. With the unemployment rate now close to that threshold, economists think the Fed may update its guidance after its next meeting in March.

Aficionados who believed he was a saint and adored their $40,000 canvases and $3,000 prints suddenly thought he was gauche. But I’m told that Kinkade’s original early works, which were peddled by his wife for $30 to $50 during their salad days, now sell for a few hundred dollars and may have value for collectors.

And who knows? In this kooky, fatuous, drug-laced art world, all of Kinkade’s work could become highly desirable again. Good artists, as knowledgeable collectors know, are made, not discovered. The work of most of today’s highly regarded artists was considered dreadful when these guys were living; they had to die to become valuable.

Sadly, your friend’s signed prints can be bought for

about a sawbuck each. Thomas figuratively produced tons of them, and his silk-screens could be worth as little as an Elvis on velvet. But your original canvas (there are so many reproductions that it’s difficult to know whether you have a real Kinkade) may be worth a dinner at Mahogany Prime Steakhouse or Cattlemen’s Steakhouse in OKC. Thomas’ later canvases, produced in the 1990s, might fetch only $50 to $70, and the reproductions (though beautiful) aren’t worth a fin or a fiver. However, Professor, will you still love your Kinkade knowing it’s worth only a few hundred dollars? s Please address your financial questions to Malcolm Berko, P.O. Box 8303, Largo, FL 33775, or email him at mjberko@yahoo.com.

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Quinn may be up for Procrastinator of Year Gov. Pat Quinn might have put himself into contention for a major award.

Members of the Illinois Procrastinators Society might take one look at Quinn’s successful bid to postpone his budget address for five weeks, nod in agreement, and nominate him as its Man of the Year.

Quinn has been governor for five years. One would think that, by now, he would have the state budget-writing process down “pat.”

However, when Quinn approaches the podium on the last Wednesday of March, it will be the latest that he has delivered his annual budget speech.

Why? Let’s check the record. In 2009, he delivered his budget speech March 18. Lawmakers, who had recently booted Rod Blagojevich out of office, were only too happy to give Quinn extra time. In 2010, he delivered it on March 10. In 2011, he delivered it on Feb. 16. In 2012, he delivered it on Feb. 22. In 2013, he delivered it on March 6. This year, the budget address was supposed to be delivered Feb. 19, as prescribed by law.

But because of a law that Quinn signed this week, the address won’t be until March 26.

Every taxpayer in the state awaits this year’s address with keen interest. They well remember the lame-duck temporary income tax increase agreed to by the Legislature and Quinn back in January 2011, which raised individual and business income tax rates significantly. Those tax hikes are supposed to start sunsetting in 11 months. While Quinn has declined to state his position on whether they should be renewed, his budget address does not have the luxury of equivocation.

To accurately plan the 201415 state budget, Quinn must state what he thinks should be done about revenue.

His administration already predicted that the expiration of the temporary income tax increase would mean a revenue decline of about $2 billion for the second half of the 2014-15 fiscal year.

Hovering over all this is the specter of the primary election March 18, in which Quinn faces token opposition, and the general election Nov. 4.

From Quinn’s perspective, it’s better to delay bad news for voters until after an election.

Because he previously persuaded the Legislature to postpone budget addresses, why not get them to agree to delay this one until after the primary?

People who are skeptical of Quinn’s motives might have hit the nail on the head.

For its part, the governor’s office put forth perfectly logical reasons for seeking the delay.

For one thing, the governor needs more time to consider late-arriving economic news, according to Brooke Anderson, a spokeswoman.

For another, Quinn wants to lay out a five-year budget blueprint “to really show the meaningful impact over the next five years and where Illinois could be,” Anderson said.

Never mind that a single-year budget is all that Quinn is required to produce.

Many Republicans scoffed at what they saw as a politically driven delay. But we imagine procrastinators across the state stood up and cheered. They, better than anyone, appreciate passable, if slightly insincere, excuses for putting off distasteful chores.

We don’t know whether Quinn will win re-election in the fall. We hope not. But for his performance in putting off the delivery of bad political news until after the primary, he’s certainly the front-runner to receive Man of the Year honors from Illinois’ procrastinators – if they ever get around to it.

The good news you likely haven’t heard Do you like surprises? I have two surprises for you: At least 19 states already in 2014, nearly half, are posting budget surpluses. Yes, surpluses. The other surprise: Since Obama took office, the national deficit has been reduced by one-half.

The media are not missing these stories. We’ve heard so little about them because the partisan, negative, atmosphere in Washington drowns out good news. I should mention that is the intent of “modern” campaigning: to keep up unremitting, negative criticism so voters are left with a bad impression of the president.

What happens with partisan sniping, as we all know, is that voters are left with a bad impression of everyone.

The truth is that we are experiencing recovery. This news isn’t coming from partisan sources, either. At least three different private-sector research tanks have published the same conclusions, spanning two years.

The surpluses and deficit reduction are no flukes. Let’s start with the deficit reduction, because it is a simple fact five years in the making. The Congressional Budget Office, the

VIEWS Donna Brazile nonpartisan fact-finder for the U.S. Congress, released a report that showed the National Deficit is at $514 billion dollars, down from last year’s deficit of $680 billion.

That’s a 37 percent reduction in one year. Obama inherited, as we all know, an unprecedented financial crisis, which the Government Accountability Office said cost the U.S. economy more than $22 trillion.

The fact is the deficit has been falling steadily since 2009.

The irony is that the public thinks it hasn’t shrunk at all.

A HuffPost/YouGov poll found 54 percent of the public think the deficit has increased since Obama took office. Only 19 percent of the public is aware he has cut the budget deficit by over half. The Obama administration’s focus on economic growth, which economists agree is the fastest method of decreasing deficits, has indeed led to its intended outcome.

Unfortunately, the president

hasn’t gotten any political benefit from decreasing deficits.

State surpluses are being attributed to two things: national economic growth and an increase in state’s personal income taxes. Incoming revenues from state income taxes are outpacing spending.

It is the mix Obama has been practicing and advocating, a balance between cuts and new revenues. There is one caveat: Wealthy taxpayers, anticipating federal income tax increases in 2013, shifted income into 2012 to take advantage of the lower taxes, resulting in a bonanza for the states’ personal income taxes.

Now, state governors and legislatures are debating about what should be done with the budget surpluses. Their plans, to the surprise of many, often cross party lines. However, as I noted here last week, with Congress all but a useless appendix to the federal government, virtually everybody else – voters, mayors, governors and the president – is using workarounds to do the job Congress should have done in the first place.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR President alleges racism in allegations against him To the Editor: When I was elected to the Plainfield Park District Board in April 2011, and began to study and review the district’s business and purchasing practices, I found a number of issues that I felt needed to be addressed.

I raised a number of questions about the PPD awarding no-bid contracts for insurance policies, contractors, an independent auditor, the harassment/bullying of individuals, questionable lease agreements and land swap deals and switching to a deregulated energy supplier with little investigation. In just one instance, the board voted to reduce $130,000.00 in penalties due to the PPD from a local vendor down to only $3500.00, and the answers that I got to my questions ranged from “I like the way it is” to “what we discussed during our meetings stays in our meetings” to “per our board manual you cannot go out and talk to anyone – only the Executive Director and President are allowed to talk.”

In 2013, now that my voice could finally be heard as part of a new board, I found that new challenges and attempts to silence me had arisen – not just from veteran fellow board members but from former board members, employees and their friends, seeking to control the

District community.

WRITE TO US We welcome original letters. Letters must include the author’s full name, home address, and day and evening telephone numbers, which are required in the event author must be contacted for clarification. Addresses and phone numbers are not published. Letters are limited to 400 words, and must be free of libelous content and personal attacks. All letters are subject to editing for length and clarity at the sole discretion of the editor. Email letters to opinion@TheHerald-News.com. Mail to The Herald-News, Letters to the Editor, 2175 Oneida St., Joliet, IL 60435. debate and public perception.

Finally, in 2014, I have come to the realization that I am now being falsely accused of wrong doing not because I raised so many questions to try to correct and undo the district’s past mistakes, but simply because of the color of my skin and the accent in my voice. In recent weeks, a Plainfield Village trustee has publicly mocked the way I talk (by my accent). An individual speaking on behalf of the “Take our Parks Back Group” at our Feb. 4 board meeting publicly made fun of the language in my press statements and letters, to which another member of that group said, “Apparently I am an idiot. And the e-mail goblins have it in for Pete, as he seems to be the only one with this spam/sham issue. Now I understand. More Kool-Aid please….”

Members of this same group have even publicly said that

“every ‘Mexican’ that works for the Park District is my relative.”

I am not naive, and know full well that politics, particularly local politics, can be a messy and hateful experience, but the fact that such comments drew only applause and/or laughter from other attendees is wrong, hatefilled and beyond contempt.

I believe they have now crossed the line in the sand.

These are no longer “public comments” – these are nothing less than racial attacks and slurs, and should be rejected by all who believe in civility, civil rights and common courtesy.

We can disagree without being hateful. We can argue what is best for our neighbors and fellow residents without resorting to racial and ethnic slurs.

I remain hopeful that the actions of these individuals in recent weeks are not a true reflection of our Plainfield Park

Sincerely, Peter Hurtado

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To the Editor: I am writing to you to sincerely thank you for your continued proactive writing of our local news, events and sports in our treasure, The Herald-News.

Your Joliet area/Will County slant to all your articles are a pleasant surprise to all of the paper’s local readers. This is very positively evident in your hiring of a fantastic sports editor, Mr. Dick Goss. His professionalism, loyalty and dedication to all of our area sports teams, coaches, players and fans is second to none!

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Forget the studies, bring businesses to downtown To the Editor: Didn’t the city of Joliet hire someone in May 2013 to find out what’s wrong with downtown Joliet? And now the city council wants to hire a firm to tell them what’s wrong with downtown? That’s throwing more good money away.

The council needs to take a ride to Geneva, plenty to see and do there. Or go to Clinton, Iowa, great place to shop downtown. Or even closer, take a look at Plainfield. Great downtown area.

First of all, you need to get rid of those parking meters. Bring back yearly carnivals, the Memorial Day Parade, the Easter Parade, St. Paddy’s Day Parade would be nice, the list goes on.

Have a Winter Fest, bring ice skating to Bicentennial Park, use the park more for activities.

Antique stores, good restaurants and microbreweries go over big.

Forget the studies, get busy filling up those empty storefronts.

Vincent Duarte Jr. Joliet

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Continued from page 37 Some governors are proposing tax cuts like the Republican governors David Heineman and Scott Walker of Nebraska and Wisconsin, respectively, and the Democratic governor of New York, Andrew M. Cuomo.

There are also a number of governors who want to allocate some of their surpluses to education.

The New York Times reports the Republican governors in Georgia, Idaho and Kansas,

along with Democratic governors in Missouri and Colorado, are all strongly advocating substantial increases in spending for education.

“Next to their parents, the adults children see most in their life are their teachers. We should support our teachers with additional pay,” the Times quoted Republican Gov. Susana Martinez of New Mexico.

There is a welcome thawing around steel-rods-embedded-inArctic-ice partisanship in the state houses of our nation. A focus on pragmatism and working together is taking hold at the grass roots of government.

The state with the most dramatic turnaround is California, which has runs billions of dollars in deficits for over a decade. The worker of magic here is Democratic Governor Jerry Brown, who put his office on the line in asking voters to approve a temporary tax increase. It worked. They approved, and California is projected to show a $1 billion surplus in 2014-15, increasing to $9 billion by 2017-18.

Brown wants to put the money in a “rainy day” fund.

He joins 23 governors who proposed rainy-day funds last year, and 19 governors who

deposited surpluses in rainyday funds this year. “Boom and bust is our lot,” Brown told the state, “and we must follow the ancient advice, recounted in the Book of Genesis, that Joseph gave to the Pharaoh: Put away your surplus during the years of great plenty so you will be ready for the lean years which are sure to follow.”

USA Today quoted Daniel Coffey, an assistant professor at the University of Akron who studies governors’ state of the state addresses: “They’re more managerial in their approach to governing, especially in their approach to budgets,”

said Coffey. Governors are shunning ideology for pragmatism – an approach Obama has been practicing as well. It’s paying off. But you’d hardly know it with the media – saturated with partisan sniping poured onto the airwaves daily by the parties in Congress.

Even the good news gets drowned out. s Donna Brazile is a senior Democratic strategist, a political commentator and contributor to CNN and ABC News, and a contributing columnist to Ms. Magazine and O, the Oprah Magazine.

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By CURT HERRON Z_\iife7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd LOCKPORT – Lincoln-Way Central wrestling coach Jason DePolo knew that in order for his squad to beat the hosts in Saturday’s Class 3A Lockport Regional, they would need a complete team effort.

The Porters did their best to try to throw a monkey wrench into the Knights’ hopes of repeating as regional champs by winning six individual titles.

But Central managed to overcome that impressive accomplishment in the rugged competition by doing something that was certainly comparable.

The Knights advanced all 14 competitors to the semifinals and had the same number of placers to defeat Lockport 237.5-201.5 for top honors.

Plainfield South (152.5), Joliet West (151), Lincoln-Way East (105), Andrew (84.5), Lincoln-Way North (54), Providence Catholic (46) and Joliet Central (31) rounded out the field.

“The kids who stood out for us today are some kids who never seem to get the opportunity to stand out,” DePolo said. “We had 14 in the semis and 14 ended up placing and that doesn’t happen very often in this regional.”

The Knights had three champions and will advance 10 individuals to next weekend’s Normal West Sectional.

The top three at each weight qualified.

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Lockport’s Shayne Oster (left) wrestles Lincoln-Way Central’s Danny Harris in the 126-pound semifinals at the IHSA Class 3A Lockport Regional on Saturday in Lockport. Oster won the match and the regional. dual team sectionals, where it meets Edwardsville for the chance to move on to the state finals.

Winning titles for the Knights were Vinnie Piunti (106), Ian Meagher (120) and Bryce Gorman (170). They advanced five others to the title mat.

Lockport got titles from Brian Rossi (113), Shayne Os-

ter (126), Dan Radcliffe (132), Trevell Timmons (138), Vince Dietz (160) and Tyler Johnson (195).

The Porters had the second most qualifiers with eight while Plainfield South and Joliet West had six apiece and Lincoln-Way East advanced four.

Other champions included Joliet West’s Nick Brown

(152), Plainfield South’s Danny Saracco (182) and Lincoln-Way East’s Nick Allegretti (285).

Rossi, Oster, Radcliffe, Gorman and Allegretti all repeated as regional champions.

This was the third-straight regional title for Rossi.

Piunti won 4-2 in two overtimes over Joliet West’s Darvell Flagg at 106 and Meagher captured a 5-3 win over

West’s Jared Sims in the 120 finals.

“It’s a pretty tough regional so this feels good,” Meagher said. “I’m pretty happy with how I’ve been doing, but I could finish more shots. A lot of kids that usually aren’t up there stepped up and that helped us.”

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BOYS BASKETBALL: BOLINGBROOK 76, JOLIET WEST 54

Raiders shake off pesky Tigers in SWSC game

By CURT HERRON Z_\iife7j_Xnd\[`X%Zfd JOLIET – Bolingbrook’s boys basketball team looked to bounce back from its first conference loss to Joliet Central when it met Joliet West on Friday.

Meanwhile, the Tigers hoped to build on their win at Lockport by springing an upset on the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue Division leaders.

For three quarters, West hung tough, fighting and scrapping to overcome a 10-point deficit that it faced early. But as the fourth quarter got underway, Bolingbrook displayed the ability that has helped it to enjoy suc-

cess throughout the season.

The Raiders used a 12-0 run at the start of the fourth quarter to turn a close game into a 59-40 lead and went on to win 76-54.

Bolingbrook (15-4, 8-1) maintained its one-game advantage in the SWSC Blue over Homewood-Flossmoor, which won 43-40 at Lockport on Friday.

“Joliet West got really physical and was hanging with us,” Raiders coach Rob Brost said.

“It took us awhile to shake them. We have a tough bunch of kids who are coachable and that’s really important.

“This was our seventh consecutive road game and obviously our goal at the beginning of the trip was to go

7-0 but we stubbed our toe on Tuesday. To our guys’ credit, we had two really good practices and were able to win tonight.”

Two players off of the bench tled the key run. Shakur Triplett had 12 of his 16 points and Brodric Thomas all of his 10 in the fourth quarter.

“I’ve got to give it up to my teammates since they’ve been helping and supporting me,” Thomas said. “I didn’t have my best game against Joliet Central but they helped me bring it out today by playing as hard as I could. I happened to be in the right spots at the right time and knocked down shots.”

Thomas got things started in the final quarter with

a three and Triplett followed with a jumper to put the visitors up by 12. After Joshua Dillingham (13 points, 12 rebounds) made a conventional three-pointer, Triplett (8 rebounds) added a slam and Thomas hit a layup.

“We battled them for about three quarters and then they put up 12 points pretty quickly on us,” Tigers coach Nick DiForti said. “You have to capitalize on turnovers against a team like Bolingbrook because they have so many weapons.

“They also showed their depth with kids coming off of the bench. To our kids’ credit we didn’t give up and it was a three-point game at one point.

Our juniors are learning things that will help them for

next year and our seniors are battling.”

While the Tigers (7-12, 2-7) committed 15 turnovers to 22 times for the Raiders, the guests owned a 37-19 edge on the boards. In addition, Bolingbrook made 26-of-46 shots (57 percent), West 16-of50 (32 percent).

C.J. Redmond scored 15 points for the Raiders while Julian Torres contributed eight points and seven rebounds.

West’s Allias Roberts-Burnett scored 13 of his game-high 18 points in the final half, including a pair of threes to help his team stay close. Elliot Fizer came off of the bench to score 10 points and grab five boards.

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:fek`el\[ ]ifd gX^\ *0 Also for the Knights, Gorman remained unbeaten on the season after recording a 17-7 victory over Providence’s Matt Glenn for the 170 title.

Rossi prevailed 3-2 in two overtimes over South’s Miguel Silva at 113 and Oster picked up a 5-1 triumph over West’s Cory Winchell at 126.

The clash between Rossi and Silva was the only one involving two-time regional champions. Winchell took second for the third straight year.

Radcliffe claimed a 3-2 victory over Central’s Joey Nelson at 132 and Timmons beat West’s Jayvin Bandy by injury default in the 138 finals.

Dietz got a fall in 2:28 over Central’s Brandon Dominski in the 160 finals and Johnson beat Central’s Sean Kelly by technical fall at 195.

“It feels good to finally win this,” Dietz said. “I’m definitely happy for everyone on our team who made it. I wish we could have had a couple of more and it would have been nice if we could have advanced as a team.”

The Cougars advanced four to the title mat and got a win at 182 when Saracco rallied to

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“I wrestled Jake two other times and he’s a tough kid so I knew that it was going to be a close match,” Saracco said.

“Winning conference gave me momentum and I worked real hard this week in practice

pushing myself.”

West had five individuals competing for titles but its lone champ was Brown, who pinned South’s Andy Gastelum in 14 seconds for the 152 title.

“This was a big improvement from last year, when I

took fourth,” Brown said. “It feels good since this is the first tournament I’ve won this year. There’s a lot that I need to work on but I still have time to improve.”

Allegretti wrapped up the tournament by getting a pin in 3:33 over Central’s Bry-

an Ditchman to capture the heavyweight championship.

Providence and Joliet Central each had one qualifier.

The other two champs were Andrew’s Joe Vanek (145), who beat South’s Joe Miner 7-0, and Lincoln-Way North’s Tyler Hill (220).

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BOYS BASKETBALL: PLAINFIELD EAST 69, PLAINFIELD NORTH 48

Tigers limited to 13 first-half points

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By DICK GOSS dgoss@shawmedia.com PLAINFIELD – Plainfield East and Plainfield North boys basketball continued their treks in opposite directions during Friday night’s Southwest Prairie Conference showdown.

East grabbed a 28-9 lead late in the first half and coasted home 69-48 before a large, noisy crowd and the Comcast TV cameras Trevor Stumpe at East. That ]`e`j_\[ n`k_ (/ afforded the league-leading gf`ekj fe .$f]$ B e n g a l s ( 1 4 - (- j_ffk`e^ ]fi 7 , 8 - 2 ) m o r e GcX`e]`\c[ Efik_% breathing room as North (15-7, 6-4) suffered its fourth loss in five games.

“The last three weeks we’ve played one good game,” Tigers coach Bob Krahulik said. “We’re not doing some of the things we were doing earlier. We’re not moving, not cutting, not playing good team defense.

“We seem to be regressing. To be honest, our offense was better in the Joliet West [Thanksgiving] Tournament than it is now.”

North, which was coming off an 88-78 Tuesday loss to Plainfield Central, beat East 78-72 in their earlier meeting.

The Bengals’ defense won this war in the first half, however, holding the stationary Tigers to 5-of-25 shooting, including 1-of-12 from threepoint range.

North attempted to chew into the 31-13 halftime deficit but never got closer than 12 points in the second half.

“I thought we did an outstanding job defensively,” Bengals coach Branden Adkins said. “We threw some stuff at them that they struggled with.

“We said we should try to stop Trevor [Stumpe] by com-

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Aaron Jordan, who has committed to Illinois, is

East’s main man, but he did not score until hitting the 8-footer that made it 28-9 with 3:06 left in the first half. Senior guard Miles Ward provided the offensive spark ear-

ly, with an able assist from senior guard Nick Novak.

Ward finished with 17 points, matching Jordan for team high. Novak had 16, and he and Ward combined to hit

14-of-25 shots largely by taking the ball hard to the basket.

“Our coaches told me to keep attacking Isaiah [Webster, North’s 5-7 point guard] and I did,” Ward said. “He’s pretty small. I wanted to stay aggressive against him.”

“Myles did a great job taking the ball to the basket,” Novak said.

The bottom line is the Bengals, who won their fifth straight, can get offense from sources other than Jordan.

“In the beginning of the season we were relying on Aaron too much,” Ward said.

“They [opponents] get on him from the start, and if we can get them to stop worrying about him so much, then we can start getting him the ball again.”

Stumpe finished with 18 points on 7-of-16 shooting but made one of his first seven as the Bengals opened their big lead.

Kevin Krieger scored 12 for North, including 5-for-5 shooting in the second half.

Another key for East was rebounding. The Bengals held a 42-27 advantage, highlighted by a 27-14 margin in the first half, when 6-4 senior forward Josh Smith grabbed 11 of his game-high 13 rebounds. Jordan and sophomore Elyjah Goss chipped in eight boards.

“Josh [Smith] is a rebounding guy,” Adkins said.

“He does all the dirty work.”

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JOLIET WEST REGIONAL

Minooka overtakes Morris for regional crown Kowalski claims individual title, helps Joliet West advance to sectional level

By DICK GOSS dgoss@shawmedia.com JOLIET – Minooka and Morris form quite the athletic rivalry, never more passionate than in girls bowling.

In Saturday’s Joliet West Regional at Town & Country Lanes, the Indians rallied to overtake the Redskins in the final frame and claim the regional title with a 5,947 pin total.

Morris finished at 5,925.

Both will advance to next week’s loaded Moline Sectional, along with Joliet West (5,801) and Plainfield South (5,045), which finished third and fourth. West was led by individual champion Julie Kowalski, who shot 1,291, averaging 215.2 for the six games.

The top 10 finishers not on advancing teams also move on to the sectional. They include Joliet Central’s Hannah Bolyn, Hayley Magruder, Addie Reyes and Alysha Guthrie. The Steelmen were seventh in the 11-team field with a 4,684 total.

Minooka led after the first game, West took the top spot in Game 2 and Morris led the rest of the way until the final frame.

“Morris is very good,” Minooka coach Frank Yudzentis said. “Harry [Banks, the Redskins’ coach] has them bowling very well.

“The first goal, obviously, was to get out of the regional.

The nice thing that happened from our perspective is we were 35 pins down going into the last game and we bowled as well as we did the last couple of frames. We knew it would be a grind.”

The Indians shot 955 in Game 6 while Morris settled for 898. The Redskins’ previous low was 950 in Game 1.

“Right down to the last frame, just like the Morris Invitational,” Banks said. “They beat us there by something like 19 pins.

“But we bowled well today.

We had three girls over 1,200.”

Minooka senior Emily Koulis was the runner-up behind Kowalski. She shot 1,235. Morris’ Savannah Strange (1,220) and Skylar Easson (1,217) and

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“I don’t know if it really mattered that much who won today between us and Morris,” Koulis said. “It was more about bowling as a team, five marks a frame. This is just a new win to add to our season.”

West came in planning to challenge for the crown but hit a lull after the midday break.

“We would have loved to take that plaque for a region-

break and couldn’t recover,” Tigers coach Jeff Bailey said. “I felt really good coming in, but I think we got down on ourselves too much.”

Kowalski, who averages 213, went to state two years ago as a sophomore and finished fourth.

She began Saturday with a 246 and finished with a 230.

“Julie’s been really solid,” Bailey said. “She’s on a mission for her senior year. She wants to go out on top.”

“We fell off a little as a team, lost sight of where we wanted

in the sixth game,” Kowalski said. “The big thing now is we want to get the Tigers to state.”

Morris’ Easson led Kowalski by one pin entering Game 6 but finished with a 155.

“It looks like I bowled one game too many,” she said. “I bowled well overall but sometimes it gets to the point where it falls off.”

Morris’ Amber Benson was sixth at 1,207 and Minooka grabbed the next three spots: Kortney Sickler (1,196), Heather McCubbins (1,195) and Lexi

Jones (1,182). West’s Gracie Plese was 10th at 1,132.

Yudzentis used three bowlers two games each in one spot in his lineup, including freshman Cheryl Eyman in Games 5 and 6. She came through with 195 and 200 games.

“When you can get seven bowlers involved in a situation like this, it’s good, especially for the younger bowlers,” Yudzentis said. “You hope that pays dividends down the road.

The two games Cheryl bowled were impressive for a freshman. She held us up there toward the end.”

Plainfield South held off Streator for the final qualifying spot. The Cougars were led

by Paige Kwiatkowski (1,061), Alex Cichy (1,048) and Caitlyn Morris (1,042).

“It’s good to be No. 4,” South coach Dave Raila said. “The goal was to get out. The new format [adding a regional level] gives us a nice sense of accomplishment.

“We’re capable of bowling better. Alex [Cichy] is our anchor. She has two broken bones in her left ankle and toughed it out all six games.”

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AREA ROUNDUP

GIRLS BASKETBALL: JOLIET WEST 55, JOLIET CENTRAL 44

Lewis men’s hoops Foster, Chandler shine for Tigers beat William Jewell

By ROB OESTERLE

roesterle@shawmedia.com

STAFF REPORTS ROMEOVILLE – The Lewis University men’s basketball team was clicking on all cylinders Saturday, as the No. 22 Flyers shot 62.7 percent from the field, knocked down a season-high 13 three-pointers and posted a season-high in points in the 94-73 Great Lakes Valley Conference victory over William Jewell at Neil Carey Arena.

As a team, Lewis shot 37-for-59 from the field and 56.5 percent (13-for-23) from three-point range. Lewis’ 13 three-pointers are the most since they hit 13 against Saint Joseph (Ind.) on Jan. 28, 2012.

Lewis freshman guard Capel Henshaw, junior forward David Niggins and junior forward Julian Lewis combined for 10 of the Flyer 13 3-pointers. Henshaw finished with a season-high 16 points on 5-for-7 shooting from the field and 4-for-5 from long distance. Niggins was 3-for-4 from beyond the arc to finish with nine points and six rebounds. Lewis scored a gamehigh 21 points and seven rebounds and hit all three of his three-point attempts.

With the win, Lewis (18-3, 10-3) extends its home-winning streak to 14.

BOYS BASKETBALL Lemont 46, Bremen 36: Mike

Wisz collected 17 points, four rebounds and three steals to lead Lemont (10-10, 5-4) to the South Suburban Conference win. Luis Marquez had six points to go with a team-high nine rebounds, while Ben Groselak dished out 5 assists

Thornwood 52, Lincoln-Way Central 51: Brad Bass led Lincoln-Way Central (11-10, 3-6) with 31 points in the Southwest Suburban loss. Teammate Alex Parks added 10 points.

Providence 53, Bishop McNamara 46: Miles Boykin

scored 12 points to lead the Celtics (10-10, 4-6) to the Chicago Catholic League win. Jack Brody added 10 points.

Homewood-Flossmoor 43, Lockport 40: John Campbell

scored 13 points to lead Lock-

port (10-11).

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Lewis wins again: Junior

Jess Reinhart led the Lewis University women’s basketball team with 27 points as the No. 16 Flyers picked up an 8675 victory over William Jewell in Great Lakes Valley Conference action on Saturday at Neil Carey Arena in Romeoville.

Lewis redshirt sophomore guard Jamie Johnson chipped in 21 points for the Flyers (183, 12-1 GLVC).

GIRLS BASKETBALL Minooka 47, Romeoville 24:

On Senior Night, Minooka’s defense held Romeoville to 11 points in the final three quarters of the Southwest Prairie win. Kally Carnagio, Erin Heide and Brooklyn Bachmann all had nine points to lead Minooka (18-5, 10-3).

MEN’S VOLLEYBALL Lewis sweeps McKendree:

The No. 10 Flyers picked up the 3-0 (25-8, 25-15, 25-14) sweep Friday at Neil Carey Arena in Romeoville.

Tom Logan, who hit .467 as he collected a career-high nine kills and two errors on 15 attempts, led the Lewis offense.

Kyle Rohde picked up four kills and one error in nine attempts to swing at a .333 clip.

COLLEGE BASEBALL Georgetown (Ky.) College 3-3, USF 1-0: In their season-open-

er Friday, the University of St. Francis scored the game’s first run when Luke Wyss singled home Joliet Catholic Academy grad Cody Columbus, who was walked and stole second. Adam Panayotovich started the game for USF and set down 10 of the 11 batters he faced. JCA’s Chris Blatti took the loss.

In the nightcap, Minooka grad Jake Butler took the loss despite allowing only one of the eight batters he faced to reach base. David Kuhne went 2-for-2, including a double.

Wyss reached on a bunt single to finish the doubleheader with three hits in six at-bats.

JOLIET – Any coach likes to see his team improve as the season goes on. Better yet, he likes to see wins as a result of the improvement.

Count Joliet West girls basketball coach Kevin Michaels as a happy man after the Tigers defeated crosstown and Southwest Suburban Conference rival Joliet Central, 5544, on Friday night.

“This was one of the first times all year we have put four solid quarters together,” Michaels said. “A lot of times we have a quarter when we will score two or four points and the other team will score 15 and we get in a big hole.

We didn’t do that tonight.”

On Senior Night, two of the big reasons the Tigers (7-16, 1-9) didn’t get into a hole were seniors Kailey Foster and Valencia Chandler, as each finished with 13 points. Foster hit a pair of three-pointers and another basket in the first quarter to boost West to a 10-4 lead, then Chandler scored seven points

in the third quarter.

“We were ready to go tonight,” Foster said. “It was Senior Night, it was against Joliet Central. I think we were more ready tonight.

Plus, we are sometimes slow in the third quarter, but we had a good third quarter tonight.”

Chandler led the undersized Tigers with seven rebounds, and her scoring in the third quarter helped West maintain its 14-point halftime lead. The Tigers’ advantage reached 20 (40-20) late in the third before Central began to rally.

“They have some big girls and they are hard to box out,” Chandler said. “We knew we had to finish the first half strong and finish the second half strong. We were hyped for this game.”

Central (10-13, 2-9) scored first, but West scored nine straight points, eight by Foster. Jolene Butler scored the first four points of the second for the Steelmen to pull to within 10-8 with 6:04 to go in the first half, but they could manage just four more points

the rest of the half as West eased out to a 26-12 halftime lead.

“We just couldn’t get any shots to fall, especially in the first half,” Central coach Brian Reed said. “We are a young team and we have our ups and downs.”

To Central’s credit, they did not get down when the West lead reached 20. In fact, the Steelmen were able to get it back to single digits with 3:05 left when Jautece McNear hit a three-pointer to make it 45-38.

Sophomore Chantell Mack led Central with 14 points and 14 rebounds, while Butler had 11 points and eight boards.

“Our girls didn’t quit,” Reed said. “We just have to learn to play a full game.

“Chantell, this is her first full season because she was hurt last year. She is still learning, but she is having a great season. And, this game meant a lot for Jolene since she is a transfer from West.

She didn’t get a lot of minutes in the first game against them, but she had a great game tonight.”

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By MARK POTASH :_`ZX^f Jle$K`d\j LOS ANGELES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no stopping Taj Gibson, now.

At least he feels unstoppable. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A great player like Ed Pinckney [a Bullsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; assistant] once told me, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;When youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a zone sometimes, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even think about whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guarding you. You just go,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Gibson said before the Bullsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; practice at UCLA on Saturday. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the way Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m feeling right now.

I really donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care or think about whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Taj Gibson guarding me.

I just go. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m playing with a good amount of confidence.

A perfect fit for Tom Thibodeauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s system from the start, the 6-foot-9 225-pound Gibson has become the defensive/ effort guy the Bulls expected when they drafted him 26th overall in 2009. But since Luol Deng was traded, Gibsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offense is emerging minute-by-minute as his playing time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and the Bullsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; need for offense â&#x20AC;&#x201C; increases.

Since a 26-point effort against Deng and the Cavaliers on Jan. 22, Gibson is averaging 16 points and shooting 48.7 percent over his last nine games. He equalled that career-best mark with 26 points against the Golden State Warriors on Thursday.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not unsual for Gibson to speak confidently about his defensive role. But as the Bulls prepared to face the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, Gibson was as effusive about his offense as heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ever been.

His confidence couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be higher. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Every time I score Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m smiling, because I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe all the things Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m doing,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Gibson said. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been learning a lot. I never really thought about the NBA schemes of how they play you, how they double-team you.

But Thibs and the coaching staff keep me on edge. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just having fun. This year Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m really having a lot of fun, just trying to find ways to score â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Gibsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s overall numbers still are modest â&#x20AC;&#x201C; heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s averaging 12.4 points, 6.6 rebounds and shooting 48.1 percent from the field. But his progress is significant enough to warrant consideration for postseason honors â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Sixth Man Award, Most Improved Player, and all-defensive team. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;All of the above,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Thibodeau said. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I think he has made that case by the way heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performed. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s invaluable to us. And just the way he works â&#x20AC;&#x201C; heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s by far our best practice player. He worked extremely hard this summer.

We have a lot of confidence in him. And I still think thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room for growth.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Those awards are of course subjective, but Thibodeauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s endorsement of Gibson for the all-defensive team should carry some weight. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;In my eyes he is [deserving],â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Thibodeau said. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not one aspect of his defense [that is flawed], if you look at low-post, pick-androll, the ability to switch, the blocked shots, the anticipation, multiple effort. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got great, feet. So I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see why not.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; It remains to be seen if Gibson can reach an all-star level, but heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aware he can add even more to his already well-rounded game. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I remember Derrick [Rose] said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Some people just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how good they are,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Gibson said. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Joakimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been on me from Day 1. He said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;You can handle the ball.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; But sometimes you kind of shy away because you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want Thibs to yell at you. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to mess up. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;But I work on all those things daily. Iâ&#x20AC;?m in the gym from the top of the morning until late at night. You just want to do the right thing to help the team. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the kind of person I am.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Notes: Carlos Boozer, who missed the Warriors game with a calf injury, was â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;very limitedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; in practice Saturday and is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;day-to-day,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Tom Thibodeau said.

Reserve forward Toko Shengelia has left the team because of a death in the family and will not be available against the Lakers.

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JJC history professor explores Britain’s view of the United States

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Lyons, a Britain native, realized the answer was complex. So Lyons began researching and collecting material that would eventually form the basis of his third book, “America in the British Imagination: 1945 to the Present,” which Palgrave Macmillan released in December 2013.

At 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Lyons will discuss his book at the JJC Library. The event is free and open to the public.

Lyons hopes the book, divided into four parts – foreign policy, people, society and pop culture – will appeal to a wide audience and not just an academic one.

“History, sociology and politics are all intertwined,” Lyons said, “but history gives the best explanation of where we are today. ... I think people will be surprised about how much people in Britain know about America.”

From an early age, Lyons was fascinated with American culture. At age 10, one of his favorite bands was the Jackson 5; favorite TV shows included “Hawaii Five-0,” “Kojak” and “Starsky & Hutch” and these influenced Lyons’ perception of Americans.

“In cop shows, people were always running around with guns. It seemed so exciting,” Lyons said. “The skies were always blue. The sun always seemed to be shining. The houses were bigger. People always looked tan. The police shows we have in England are set around crowded narrows streets and the action was minimal.”

Lyons worked as a welder and pipefitter until he was 26

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Joliet Junior College history professor John F. Lyons holds a copy of his book, “America in the British Imagination: 1945 to the Present,” which he will discuss Tuesday in the JJC library. and decided to attend night school in favor of an academic career. When Lyons received an opportunity to study for one year in Detroit, he nearly jumped at it.

He’d previously visited Los Angeles and New York but Detroit was home to Motown and the Ford Motor Company, a chance Lyons said he couldn’t miss. It also partly influenced why Lyons pursued his doctorate in history at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

“I met my wife in a history class,” Lyons said. “And she moved to Chicago.”

Overall, since 1945, British attitudes toward the United States have waxed and waned, Lyons said. In the immediate years after World

War II, the British people, in general, expressed admiration toward the United States.

That turned to cynicism in the 1970s, anger during the George W. Bush presidency and then, because of globalization, a growing indifference, Lyons said.

For “America in the British Imagination: 1945 to the Present,” Lyons, the author of two books about teaching online, drew from many sources: memoirs, autobiographies, newspapers, diaries, letters, song lyrics, literature, political speeches, TV programs, movies an oral interviews.

Along the way, Lyons discovered that the British working class was more receptive to American culture

than the upper class was. He was surprised at the extent the United States, as well as other countries, had influenced Britain.

“Many Britons would be surprised to find that household names in Britain, such as Heinz and Kellogg’s, for example, are actually American, not British companies,” Lyons said. “Conversely, I was surprised at how other countries have influenced Britain in more recent years: Indian food, European beer and coffee and non-Western music are now everywhere in Britain. Chicken Tikka Masala is more popular than fish and chips and McDonalds.”

Current topics that fascinate many British are the way Americans manage

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“You can’t own guns in Britain,” Lyons said. “Police can take a gun to a bank robbery but they can’t walk around the streets with a gun.”

The recent snow and how Americans cope with it interests the British, and Lyons can’t comprehend America’s obsession with the BBC, long-running TV show “Dr. Who.” “When I was growing up, it was seen as cheap science fiction,” Lyons said. “There was no life in it.”

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Norman, son of the late Fred J. and Anne M. Daletski, and Paulette, daughter of Sophia Wojciechowski Darin and the late Joseph G. Darin, were married at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Joliet, IL by the late Viator Weissler, OFM on February 8, 1964. Maid of Honor: friend of the bride-Madonna Kern Swanson Field Bridesmaids were cousins of the bride: Mary Ann Glavan Ackley, Pamela Wojeske Laske, and Sharon Guard Talaga Junior Bridesmaids: sister of the groom-Jenine Daletski Albert, and cousin of the bride-Margaret Wojciechowski. Best Man: brother of the bride-Joseph A. Darin Jr. Groomsmen: brother of the groom-Frederick Daletski Jr., friends of the groom-Robert Pelton and Michael Affrunti. Ushers: cousin of the bride-Frank Gersich Jr. and uncle of the bride-the late Michael V. Machak Guest Book Attendant: cousin of the bride-MaryLou Parthun Larsen. Cake was cut by: cousins of the bride-the late Judith Gersish Derlinga and Mary Ann Ammenhauser Vandermyde. Proud parents of Maria (Kenneth) Janovsky, Norman (Danielle) Daletski, Vincent Daletski, Matthew Daletski, Charlette (Kenneth) Christensen, Juliann Daletski, Darrin Daletski, and Noelle (Charles) Lindemann. Loving grandparents of Amanda (Anthony) Janovsky Dore, Sara and Rebecca Janovsky; Andrew, Abigail and Zachary Daletski; Jessica, Mishel and Amy Daletski; Matthew Vance Potter, Malyssa and Maxwell Daletski; Christina and Daniel Christensen; Skylar and Willow Daletski; and Alexander, Adam and Aiden Lindemann Norman and Paulette will reaffirm their wedding vows at a mass at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Pastor Fr. Herbert Jones OFM officiating.

Richard & Francis Hakey 50th Wedding Anniversary

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On October 5, 2013 Richard M. (Dick) Hakey and Frances M. Karavo) Hakey celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Patrick Church (Joliet) with family and friends.

The occasion was made even more special with their nephew Rev. Dominic Petan celebrating the mass.

A luncheon after the mass was held at Giovanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant in Cresthill, Illinois.

They are shown in this picture with their grandchildren.

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Sandy Melovic of Lockport captured this picture of deer Feb. 2 by the canal in Lockport.

Robert and Mary Picha 50th Anniversary Robert and Mary Picha of Havana, IL will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, February 8, 2014.

They were wed on February 8, 1964, at the St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, Joliet, IL. Mary is a florist and receptionoist.

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by Caterpillar in Joliet, IL June 1, 1998. Mary and Robert have three children, Margaret (John) Hanson, Lewistown, IL, Susan (John) Bailey, Channahon, IL, Kathryn (Robert) Legler, Plainfield, IL, and 4 grandchildren, Andrea Hanson, Joseph Bailey, Veronika and Karoline Legler.

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A Pokemon snowman, Diglett, was made by Jamie and Jason Bandy recently at 3930 Pandola Ave., Joliet.

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Sunday A living history demonstration – noon to 3 p.m., at Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Road, Romeoville. Isle a la Cache Brigade volunteers re-enact life in the 1700s as they portray voyageurs, courier du bois Xe[ [\dfejkiXk\ k_\`i jb`ccj% =fi dfi\ information, call 815-886-1467 or go to ReconnectWithNature.org.

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Monday ISB candiate application – Interested farmers must notify the ISB by sending a letter of interest via certified mail with return receipt requested to the Illinois Soybean Association at 1605 Commerce Parkway, Bloomington, IL 61704. The letter must be postmarked

by Monday. Letters of interest also may be sent via email to terrella@ilsoy.org =fi `e]fidXk`fe# ZXcc ///$/)-$+'((% Tuesday Meet the Cyborgs’ robot, Zurg – 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the JTHS admin center, board room, 300 Caterpillar Dr. Watch Zurg in action as he performs programmed skills for this year’s RoYfk`Zj :fdg\k`k`fe Z_Xcc\e^\% =fi dfi\ information, visit the Joliet Cyborgs website at robotics.jths.org or www. usfirst.org.

Wednesday Nature Play Day – 10 to 11:30 a.m., Plum Creek Nature Center, 27064 S. Dutton Road, Beecher. A free program for parents and tots, ages 1 to 5, I\^`jkiXk`fe `j i\hl`i\[ ]fi k_`j =fi\jk Preserve of Will County program. Call 708-946-2216.

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Thursday How to Avoid Senior Scams seminar – 9:30 a.m., Thursday, 605 South Edward Drive, Romeoville. Led

by Lt. Steve Egan from the Will County Sheriff’s Office. RSVP is requested by =\YilXip ()% :Xcc /(,%+*0%)'** Senior Valentine Lunch – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monee Township, 26121 Egyptian Trail. Township residents -, Xe[ fm\i% =i\\ Yfo cleZ_% :Xcc ]fi reservations. 708-534-6020. Donations for the food pantry welcome.

Friday Croatian Cultural Club fish fry – 4 kf .1*' g%d%# \m\ip =i`[Xp% (,'* :c\dent Street, Joliet, dine in or carry out. =i`\[ fi YXb\[ Zf[# ZXk]`j_# j_i`dg# fi Z_`Zb\e Yi\Xjk# [`ee\ij% =fi `e]fidXk`fe or to place a carry out order, call 815723-3154.

Twilight Tubing – 5 to 10 p.m., at Plum Creek Nature Center, Beecher.

Offering nighttime tubing down the 40-foot-high hill at Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve. Call for information 708-946-2216.

After 24 years of service, Command Sgt. Maj. Zarrod Beck of Plainfield retired in December from his position of Zarrod Beck command as sergeant major of the 405th Brigade Support Battalion, North Riverside.

Beck enlisted in the U.S. Army after high school. His military career started at age 19, inside a tank during the first gulf war.

Beck works as a police officer in the Chicago area when he is not on military duty.

During his last annual training, Beck organized and led his third military “Olympics” which consisted of competitive team events, such as sprint relays and sandbag holds.

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Plainfield High School – Central Campus “Orchesis” Dance Company hosted its second annual “Dance Fest” program on Jan. 31. The show featured “guest dancers” from several public schools and private dance studios, including Timber Ridge Middle School, Plainfield East High School and Naperville Central High School and the ConfiDance Studio, Nouveau Dance Company, DanceQuest and BDA Dance Company. The PHSCC Key Club also collected more than 100 pairs of socks that will be donated to MorningStar Mission in Joliet.

Award.

As a teacher at Joliet Central, students in his class were invited to hold a solo exhibition at Joliet Junior College, in 2011. No high school has ever achieved this honor.

His students also were featured in two international photo magazines.

Society in Will County helps local citizens

JOLIET – The Visitation and Aid Society of Will County provides clothing, food and financial assistance to needy families.

After receiving names of families from 21 District 86 schools and two Will County health departments, V&A provided 118 families with food for Thanksgiving and Christmas meals.

Area volunteers delivered the groceries to the schools. V&A members also did Christmas shopping for clothing and toys for more than 460 area children.

In January, V&A donated more than 400 hats, scarves, mittens, and gloves. President Joan Paul and welfare chairman

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Visitation and Aid Society of Will County Welfare Chairperson Barb Bolak (from left), V&A President Joan Paul and School District 86 Assistant Superintendent Cheryl Woods.

Barb Bolek delivered these items to school District 86 assistant superintendent Cheryl Woods to distribute to those children needing cold-weather necessities.

JCHS teacher receives Rainbow PUSH award

Joliet Central High School photography teacher Joe Baltz received the Rainbow PUSH Teacher of the Year award during a service on Jan. 19.

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The Rev. Ray Lescher, pastor of Sacred Heart Church, nominated Baltz for the prestigious award. Lescher serves as vice president of Rainbow PUSH and has known Baltz for 10 years as an educator and parishioner.

Baltz has been a photography teacher at Central since 2000.

He holds a two masters degrees and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington. In 2012, he received the Joliet area Great Teacher

Joliet Township students honored by ILMEA A number of Joliet Township high school students were honored as all-state musicians

by Illinois Music Education Association and performed Jan. 22-25 at the 2014 ILMEA allstate concert. They are: Joliet Central students: Jacob Busse, Chris Norwood and Jeremy Kollross Joliet West students: Kathleen Patrick, Tara Price, Ed Rogalski, Youjia Wang, Steven Widlowski and Colin Deeter.

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Yesterday, we saw what would have been an effective atypical pre-emptive opening bid. If the opponents are going to produce wild leaps into the stratosphere, you need to know how to defend yourself. Look at the North hand in the diagram. South opens one spade, and West intervenes with three diamonds, a weak jump overcall. What should North do?

Yes, West’s bid would normally feature only a six-card suit, but he was swayed by the unfavorable vulnerability and also wondered if his side might make three no-trump.

After a weak jump overcall, responder, with support for partner’s major, should bid one level higher than originally intended.

Here, a three-spade response would promise a normal single raise. With his actual game-invitational limit raise, North correctly jumped to four spades.

And if his hand had been even stronger, he would have cue-bid four diamonds, which would have said nothing about his holding in diamonds.

Against four spades, West led the heart five. East won with his king and cashed the ace, West dropping a sneaky two. When East led another heart, South was not sure what to do. Discarding risked West’s ruffing with a low trump. Then the spade ace would have been the setting trick.

Eventually, South ruffed with his spade king, and West inwardly smiled when he followed suit.

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He tried the club eight, but dummy’s nine forced out East’s queen. South won with his king, drew trumps, and claimed four spades, one heart (dummy’s queen), one diamond, three clubs and a diamond ruff in the dummy.

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A little reminder during cold season: If you are sick, â&#x20AC;&#x153;coming down with somethingâ&#x20AC;? or even just â&#x20AC;&#x153;fighting off a little bug,â&#x20AC;? donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hug others! Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give a little peck on the cheek or shake hands. You can politely mention that you are â&#x20AC;&#x153;a bit under the weather and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to share.â&#x20AC;? Other people wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be offended or think you are being standoffish. They will be grateful for your thoughtfulness. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Trying 4O 3TAY (EALTHY Dear Trying: Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good advice,

if folks are willing to heed it. I can only add that flu vaccinations, frequent hand-washing and a small bottle of hand sanitizer can lessen the chances of getting these viruses when our friends are in a state of denial, and it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t â&#x20AC;&#x153;an allergy.â&#x20AC;?

Dear Abby: Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not particularly attractive, pretty or girly. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m what boys are looking for, so I tend to not be too involved with them. I have a lot of male friends, but I have never had a first kiss, a first date, etc.

Yesterday, a guy friend asked me out. I was shocked. I saw him as only a friend and never thought of him as a boyfriend, so I said no.

He acted like it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a big deal.

Things arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t awkward between us, but I think I may have hurt his feelings or his self-esteem.

After school â&#x20AC;&#x201C; heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d asked me out after my third class â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop thinking about him. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t regret my decision, but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m worried about him. Can you help me? n #ONCERNED )N %UGENE /RE s Write Dear Abby at www. dearabby.com.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nuts to avoid nuts because of worries about fats Dear Doctor K: I love to snack on nuts, but theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re high in fat.

Do I need to give them up?

Dear Reader: You most certainly do not need to give up your beloved snack. They are a very healthy food if taken in moderation.

I always loved to eat nuts as a kid, but I kept hearing that they were full of fat â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and that fat was bad. But as weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve discussed before, there are â&#x20AC;&#x153;good fatsâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;bad fats.â&#x20AC;? You need to eat the good fats, and nuts are full of THEM .UTS ALSO ARE PACKED WITH fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals.

Fat does contain, ounce for ounce, more calories than CARBOHYDRATES AND PROTEIN 3O thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an issue. If I ate as many nuts as Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to every day, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be obese â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and being obese is not healthy. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why I said that snacking on nuts in moderation is healthy. %ARLIER STUDIES HAVE SHOWN that eating nuts lowers LDL (â&#x20AC;&#x153;badâ&#x20AC;? cholesterol), raises HDL (â&#x20AC;&#x153;goodâ&#x20AC;? cholesterol) and also LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE 3INCE ALL of these are good for the heart, it made sense that eating nuts regularly but in moderation might reduce heart problems,

ASK DOCTOR K Anthony L. Komaroff and death from heart disease.

Recently published results from two long-running Harvard -EDICAL 3CHOOL STUDIES INDICATE that this may indeed be the case.

The diets and health histories from nearly 120,000 participants IN THE .URSES (EALTH 3TUDY AND THE 0HYSICIANS (EALTH 3TUDY were analyzed.

The researchers classified the PARTICIPANTS INTO SIX CATEGORIES that ranged from never eating nuts to eating them seven or MORE TIMES PER WEEK 0EANUTS

which are actually legumes, counted as nuts in this study.)

Those who ate nuts seven or more times a week had a 20 percent lower rate of death than those who did not eat nuts. They had lower rates of death from heart disease, lung disease and cancer.

Are certain nuts better than others? The health benefits appear to hold true for a variety of nuts, including walnuts, almonds, peanuts and pistachios.

3O EAT YOUR FAVORITE

To incorporate more nuts into your diet: s 3PREAD NUT BUTTER ON YOUR morning toast. s 3PRINKLE CHOPPED NUTS ON cereal or yogurt. s 4OSS NUTS INTO A SALAD OR stir-fry. s 4OP FRUIT WITH NUT BUTTER To return to the problem with nuts and calories: You can keep the calories in check with small portion sizes. In fact, research has shown that frequent nut eaters are less likely to gain weight. .UTS ARE HIGH IN PROTEIN AND fiber, which decrease hunger.

0ERHAPS BECAUSE NUTS ARE FILLING

nut eaters eat less overall.

Of course, if you like nuts as much as I do, it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t easy to limit yourself to small portion sizes. But you can find nuts that are packaged in relatively small cellophane packets. I have one of these packages every day (or two if Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had one very light meal). The package gives me the discipline I need. Try it. It might work for you, too.

s $R +OMAROFF IS A PHYSICIAN and professor at Harvard MediCAL 3CHOOL 6ISIT WWW !SK$OCTOR+ COM TO SEND QUESTIONS AND get additional information.

wants to quit smoking

Dr. Wallace: Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m 18 and have been addicted to tobacco for over a year.

I really want to quit, but I just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to do it. Do you know of a foolproof method to get a teen to stop smoking? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Megan, Ft. Walton Beach, Fla. Dear Megan: Here are some great tips from teens who told a University of Michigan survey team how they kicked the smoking habit. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m positive that you can stop smoking if you take them to heart. s %XCUSE PROOF YOUR life. Wait to quit until EXAMS ARE COMPLETED s "EFORE YOU DECIDE to stop smoking forever, pay attention to your major smoking times: after meals, with coffee, with certain friends, whenever. Try to rearrange your routine for a few weeks to reduce these cues to light up. s .ICOTINE IS A POWerfully addictive drug, so prepare yourself for withdrawal symptoms.

You might be a grumpy, restless, nervous nightmare for a couple of weeks. It will be difficult, but you will survive.

Warn your friends and loved ones. s 'ET RID OF ALL CIGArettes, ashtrays, lighters and other smoking gear.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t keep anything â&#x20AC;&#x153;for old timeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sake.â&#x20AC;? s 3TOCK UP ON SUGarless gum, sunflower SEEDS ,IFE 3AVERS

celery, carrot sticks or anything else that will keep your mouth active. s +EEP A RECORD OF every smoke-free day.

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0LEASE CONTACT ME again in 30 days and inform me about the progress you are making in YOUR h3TOP 3MOKINGv program.

Dr. Wallace: Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m an average 15-year-old student, and I maintain a B average in school.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never been in trouble, and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get involved in the big three n ALCOHOL DRUGS AND SEX Basically, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a pretty good teenager.

Apparently, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not living up to my parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; EXPECTATIONS !LL ) EVER hear is how â&#x20AC;&#x153;goodâ&#x20AC;? my 16-year-old cousin is. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ashley gets straight Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s; Ashley is a cheerleader; Ashley won a prize in drama.â&#x20AC;?

Ashley is a neat kid, but Ashley is Ashley, AND .ICOLE IS .ICOLE Why are my parents always comparing me to Ashley? Ashleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother is my motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sister. n .ICOLE %AST #HICAGO Dear Nicole: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quite obvious that your momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sister enjoys bragging about her daughter Ashley to your mom. When she brags, it causes your mom to wonder why you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t compare equally with your cousin.

You are 100 percent correct in saying that Ashley is Ashley, and .ICOLE IS .ICOLE 9OUR mother is making a huge error in parenting.

Your parents are also very proud of you that. s %MAIL $R 2OBERT Wallace at rwallace@ galesburg.net.

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K_\ NXj_`e^kfe Gfjk Before the Beatles had touched down for their first American visit in February 1964, the first shrieks of Beatlemania were sweeping our shores.

When the four lads from Liverpool landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport to perform on “The Ed Sullivan Show,” throngs of teenage fans, egged on by radio DJs, were waiting for them.

Their rollicking number “I Want to Hold Your Hand” had just clinched the No. 1 position on the charts.

After the television appearance, John, Paul, George and Ringo were household names. But the band was also about to make history in an unlikely place: a spartan brick sports venue in Washington. On Feb. 11, the Fab Four made their U.S. concert debut at Washington Coliseum, a domed arena built for hockey, not pop stars.

The stage was a boxing ring. Surrounded by fans on all sides at the soldout, Tuesday-night show, they paused 20 minutes in and turned their stage setup around so half of the audience wouldn’t have to look at their backs the entire show. It was nothing if not memorable.

Fifty years after the historic concert, the coliseum, now known by its original name, Uline Arena, somehow still stands – a windowless relic in Beatles history.

Tuesday, the arena’s owner, Douglas Development, and the DC Preservation League will take advantage of the venue’s legacy to celebrate the Fab Four and the Uline with a reenactment of the 1964 concert.

“This building has tremendous history, starting from when it was built,” says Rebecca Miller, executive director of the preservation league. “This is not the kind of building we have in Washington.”

For not much more than what concertgoers paid in 1964 to see the Beatles, cars now park where the Fab Four (and the Rolling Stones, Patsy Cline and Bob Dylan) once played, where Malcolm X spoke and where Joe Frazier wrestled before he became a champion boxer.

But fans still pop by to look inside, some signing their names or leaving notes about the Beatles on the facade.

For those not lucky enough to be among the 8,000 people who snagged tickets for less than $5 each, “Yesterday & Today,” as Tuesday’s concert has

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A tribute band, Beatlemania Now, will perform the same set list the Beatles did during that 35-minute concert. They’ll even start at 8:31 p.m., just as the Beatles did. (After they’ve run through the 12song set list, they’ll play a selection of more Beatles favorites.) The concert, a fundraiser for the preservation league, also will feature an exhibition of photographs by Mike Mitchell, who attended the concert here and captured the scene in striking black-and-white images.

To put it together, Miller and organizers scoured the Web, turning up conflicting tales about that snow-covered night in 1964. The Chiffons didn’t play because of the weather, but memories differ about who opened the show. Tommy Roe was there, and the Righteous Brothers are said to have appeared. There is some dispute over whether the Beatles even began playing at 8:31 p.m., Miller says.

These days, the boxing ring is gone.

So are most (but curiously, not all) of the original seats that lined the arena. The capacity of the Uline is now just 3,500, and it won’t be possible to re-create the in-the-round seating.

A film made of the Washington concert – now widely available online – helped answer many of the questions.

The band, for example, was barely audible over the incessant screams of stricken teenage girls.

Mitchell, who now lives here, filled in other blanks.

“My perspective is one of someone

who’s listened to that music all my life,” Mitchell, 68, says. “It’s almost as if the recordings of it are like neural patterns.

I was very concerned about the integrity of the rendering by the band” in the reenactment.

Concertgoers should bundle up. The condition of the old coliseum, completed in the early 1940s, is hard to fathom in a town that has renovated or knocked down lesser eyesores. The paint inside is peeling. You can make out sky through holes in the distinctive curved roof.

Neglect, Miller says, left the building like this after 40 years of disuse.

Fights, the hockey games, the music – it all disappeared from the coliseum in the early 1970s, when the sparkling Capital Centre opened in Landover, Md. It had the capacity for more than 17,000 people, nearly three times that of the old arena, which by then was 30 years old.

Soon after Tuesday’s concert, a $77 million renovation will begin, and the Uline will be rendered almost unrecognizable. Only the distinctive curved-roof exterior will remain as the historic staging area is filled with offices and retail space in what will again be called the Coliseum.

How close will this experience be to the one that so many cherish, that fans remember in such detail? Can a tribute band ever fill in for the real thing? “I’m really looking forward to seeing that question answered by this experience,” Mitchell says. “I have no idea what it’s going to be like.”

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The House Bunny (’08) ›› Anna Faris, Colin Hanks.

Not Another Teen Movie (’01) › Chyler Leigh. (CC) Friends (PG) Friends (PG) Friends (PG) Friends (PG) Sam & Cat (G) Sam & Cat (G) See Dad Run Instant Mom Movie ’ (MA) (CC) Oprah’s Next Chapter (PG-L) Oprah: Where Are They Now? Oprah: Where Are They Now? Oprah: Where Are They Now? Oprah: Where Are They Now? Oprah: Where Are They Now? Snapped: Killer Couples (PG) Snapped: Killer Couples (PG) Snapped: Killer Couples (N) Snapped (PG) (CC) Snapped (PG) (CC) Snapped (PG) (CC) The Marine (’06) ›‡ Premiere. John Cena.

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Fighting (’09) ›› Helix (14) Resident Evil: Extinction (’07) ›› Milla Jovovich, Oded Fehr.

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Complications unfold when two friends add sex to their relationship. (2:30) TCM ›››› “Dodsworth” (1936, Drama) Walter Huston, Ruth Chatterton. A European voyage brings change to a retiree and his wife. Å (2:00)

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America: A Grammy Salute to the Beatles: Top artists of today perform the music of the Beatles in this new special, airing 50 years to the night that the Fab Four made their debut on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” It also has footage of the 1964 performance and commentary on the group’s influence and legacy.

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properties This stunning 11,000-square foot English manor home in the Lake Forrest Community of Shorewood is a palatial masterpiece. Nestled in a secluded wooded setting on two estate lots at the end of a private cul-de-sac, this brick and stone home greets you with a convenient u-shaped entry drive and a delightful cedar shake roof.

As you walk into the two-story entry foyer and living room, you’ll see the décor lends itself to a custom European Tuscany design, including the two-story family room with antiqued wood beam ceiling and built-in cabinetry.

The timeless style of the eight-foot cherry interior doors, oversized moldings and casings, scraped mahogany and marble flooring throughout this home will charm you, as will the custom furniture-quality cabinetry in the 22x34 kitchen, with its built-in eating area and dinette. The kitchen also features professional appliances like a 48” Wolf stainless range and two drawer dishwashers.

This home also boasts extraordinary additional rooms, such as a full finished walk-out lower level with a professional music room, a dance studio, a fitness gym and more. The home also has a library with built-in cabinets, an office, and three laundry rooms.

Upstairs is the 15x15 loft and six bedroom suites all with full walk-in closets with organizers and full spa bathrooms. The master suite is full of tasteful personality with custom wallto-wall built-ins, dual walk-in closets, veranda and detailed ceilings. It also

has heated flooring in its spa bath.

Four state-of-the-art high-efficiency HVAC units are also an integral part of this estate.

A covered veranda in this home stretches from the master suite to the living room and the family room. Also outside is a top of the line, in-ground salt water pool, which uses less chlorine and is eco-friendly.

There is also an eight-car garage and motor court, and the separate garages enjoy a partially finished living area for a guest house.

For all the amenities, this is an unbelievable value in the acclaimed Lake Forrest Community in the highly-ranked Minooka school district. The re-build costs alone were $3 million on this home. For a private showing, call Kathy Dames of RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals at (815) 693-8336 or (815) 725-4545.

ABOUT THIS PROPERTY Address: 21341 Timber Creek Court, Shorewood Size: More than 11,000-square feet.

Living room is 21x21; formal living room, 17x20; kitchen, 22x34; dining room, 21x21; rec room, 28x23; rec room 2, 38x18; rec room 3, 21x16; dance studio, 29x11; work-out room, 20x19; office, 15x14; five bedrooms are 18x19, 21x15, 18x17, 16x22, and 21x14.

Price: $1.695 million Contact: Kathy Dames of RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals at (815) 693-8336 or (815) 725-4545.

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Gorgeous 2 story, 3 full baths on cul-de-sac. Lg lot w deck & garden, backs to pond! Finished bsmt with 4th bdrm & full bth. Living room w French doors to separate dining. Large eat-in kitchen w all appliances! Family rm with fire place & vaulted ceilings! Master has dbl closets. New roof & windows!

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To move or not to move â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the whole house?

By RICHARD MONTGOMERY Dfi\ :fek\ek Efn Reader question: We own a one-acre lot on a street with mostly half-acre lots. We are considering splitting the lot into two half-acre lots. The only problem is the house is in the middle. It would cost about $75,000 to move the house to one side. Would it make sense to divide the lot? Ăł Elizabeth P. Montyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s answer: Hello Elizabeth, and thanks for your question. The initial reaction is that it is not a good idea.

However, there may be local knowledge driving the consideration for this project that cannot be assimilated from a distance. Here are some questions to research that can help determine if it makes sense.

History is important

Why was the subdivision platted in the current fashion? What percentage of the lots is one acre? Most often in subdivisions the lots are a similar size, so by discovering why it platted in this fashion

originally, you may come to the same conclusion as the original developer. As an example, if the original plat was to avoid some natural barrier such as near-surface bedrock or an underground slew, it may be a reason to abandon the idea. A quick title search for deed restrictions or covenants may reveal restrictions included to prevent such a change.

Consider all the costs

While the belief is it will cost $75,000 to move the house a very short distance, how do you know? While it is an indicator, one estimate from a local house mover does not mean it will cost $75,000. With an expense of this magnitude for a fairly uncommon occurrence, it pays to seek estimates from other house-moving companies. Different companies may have different methods and tactics for a job such as this, and the cost gap between bidders could be significant.

What does the $75,000 include?

Here are some other costs

that may or may not have been included in your estimate. The cost to: s 3URVEY THE LOT AND GAIN the approval of the municipality. s (OUSE YOUR FAMILY DURING the physical move. s 3TORE AND THEN MOVE YOUR furniture next door (house movers will not move a house with belongings inside). s )NSTALL SEWER WATER AND utilities next door. s $ISCONNECT THE OLD UTILIties to meet code. s $EMOLITION AND REMOVAL of the old foundation. s "UILD THE NEW FOUNDATION s .EW LANDSCAPING s 3ECURE TEMPORARY HOUSING while moving your home.

fewer services. A local real estate agent with experience in new construction could be an excellent resource for market information and experience.

This is a situation where multiple opinions will be fruitful.

What if it costs $50,000 to move the house next door and $25,000 for all the items listed above. If the move creates a lot worth $150,000, will it be enough money gained for the time and inconvenience invested? If $75,000 is the true cost to move the home and the newly created lot is worth $50,000, it will be a costly DECISION 3OME HOMEBUYERS will shy away from an infill lot because the competing new subdivisions have every family in the neighborhood looking for new friends. They may believe it is easier to make new friends in a new subdivision than an established neighborhood.

Know the value

Most importantly, know what the new vacant lot will be worth on the market, and what it will cost to sell. Larger cities with highly valued infill lots and many conveniences can be a competing choice over outlying communities with long drive times and

sidered. For example, if a new kitchen or adding a lower-level living space is the thought that sparked the idea, this may be a good time to coordinate the efforts.

Exterior siding or new windows are other examples of a significant re-model.

One last caveat is the makeup of the neighborhood.

Will a brand-new home fit in with the neighborhood on the newly created lot? If the homes on the block are turn-of-thecentury behemoths, the new structure may not fit well.

Architectural design and construction methods (and materials) have changed in the past 100 years. It is possible to reduce the market appeal of a home if it is inconsistent with the supporting cast, and in some instances, upset the neighbors.

s 2ICHARD -ONTGOMERY IS a real estate industry veteran who has championed industry reform for more than a quarter century. You can ask him questions at DearMonty.com.

Factors not easy to see

An item that may influence thinking about the project is if renovation work is being con-

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BRANDPOINT The new year ushers in a new era of home decor by welcoming an "anything-goes" attitude as designers mix old with new; DIY and high-end; as well as rustic and sleek to create eclectic, one-of-a-kind looks that are just as personal to the homeowner as they are unique.

It can be easy to go overboard when blending multiple patterns, accents and colors all under one roof.

Follow these simple tips to create a well-appointed home:

The "new" neutral

Tranquil tones, especially white, offer a timeless backdrop against pops of vibrant colors and eclectic furnishings to create a space that's visually interesting without being overwhelming.

In the kitchen, glass front appliances in a cool white finish are especially prevalent in niche, high-end markets, but you can also achieve this look by having walls and cabinets painted or refinished in a variation of this hue. Installing creamy white fixtures can also help bring this aesthetic home.

In-check tech

Add smart features in areas that work best for your family, while being sure to keep things simple in parts of the home where technology may not always be desired.

An electronic thermostat that can be operated remotely can help increase your home's overall efficiency.

Punctuate sparingly

With neutrals expected to dominate the color landscape, there's a growing interest in incorporating bold patterns throughout the home, whether isolated on an area rug or highlighted in the tiles on your kitchen backsplash.

Bold accent colors, such

as skydiver blue, lemon zest and even stark black are also becoming more prominent and will add intrigue to muted palettes.

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Timeless glamor

Metallic fixtures and accents remain stylish through multiple generations.

Chrome is currently the most popular finish, however, brass and gold can help enhance a home's warmth.

HOME-SELLING TIP

If you're embarking on a big remodel, create the illusion of more space by using same tile in the shower that's used throughout the bathroom; instead of seeing them as two separate zones, the eye will read them as one.

DID YOU KNOW

Buyers are moving away from the traditional 2 1/4inch strip floor to wider plank flooring, 3 inches and wider.

Random width planks also are popular. This creates a very casual look, while utilizing more of the raw materials during the manufacturing process.

DECORATING TIP

Mixed media incorporates hardwood with other flooring options like stone, tile, carpet or even metal.

This approach often helps to define different seating or functional areas within a large, open space.

GARDEN GUIDE

Lyme disease is named for the river-side Connecticut town where it first emerged in 1977.

A number of children in the area began exhibiting arthritis-like symptoms, a hallmark of the disease.

A bull's-eye target-shaped rash at the bite location may be the first indication that a person was bitten by a tick carrying Lyme disease, but not everyone will see or develop the rash.

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Master suite complete with cathedral ceilings, separate shower and soaker tub, his and hers oak vanities. Lovely oak trim throughout the home. Hardwood floors, cove molding in kitchen w/island and large pantry. Gas fireplace in spacious family room. New Lenox Grade Schools, Lincoln Way High School. Priced at $259000

55+ Community with clubhouse and pool. Over 2,600 sf. of living space. Master & dinette bays.

Gourmet kitchen w/42” cherry cab., breakfast bar, double oven & more. Large great room opens to dining room. Sun room over looks oversized backyard with a veranda.

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1339 Buell Ave, Joliet 328 S Reed St, Joliet 2410 Boxwood Ln, Plainfield 3010 Glenwood Ave, Joliet 1000 Flagstaff Ln, Joliet MLS 08425860…Off Midland Ave - Lake Lawn MLS 08459003…Off Black Rd - Updated in Reedswood, MLS 08526649…Off Caton Farm - Bank-owned in MLS 08529384…Qualifies for $10K IHDA program & MLS 08530204… Bank owned in Bee Dee condo, 2br, 1.5ba, wood laminate flring in kit & fam rm addition w/fpl! 3br, bsmt, $119,900 Laura Autumn Fields. Fresh paint, new carpet, 4br, loft, incl warranty! 1,878 sq ft, hardwood in all 3br, 2.5ba, Highlands. New carpet, 2,395 sq ft, 4br, fam rm w/ 19x14 liv rm, $67,999 Jim Skorupa 815-693-2970 Oremus, Managing Broker 815-690-5520 den. $289,900 Patty Balun 815-666-3176 huge bsmt, $194,900 Tina Vukonich 815-557-3690 fpl, bsmt. $246,500 Karen Robertson 815-482-8734

1422 Woodbridge Rd, Unit 3B, Joliet 1100 Highland Ave, Joliet 1317 Brentwood Pl, Joliet 415 Pasadena Ave, Crest Hill 1762 Willow Circle Dr, Crest Hill MLS 08528450…Woodlawn Terrace condo, 1br, liv/ MLS 08420328…Two 2br homes on one 57x133 MLS 08508232…Backs to trail in Westfield, 3br MLS 08508790…Brick ranch on 69x124 lot. 3br all MLS 08502453…In Willow Falls adult community w/ din w/fpl. In-unit laundry, underground gar, $64,900 corner lot, both currently rented month to month, 2 bath tri-level, fam rm w/fpl & den in lower level, w/hardwood flrs, lower level fam rm & 2nd full bath, rec center & pool. 2br, 2 baths, kit opens to courtyard, Melissa Bell, Managing Broker 815-342-3400 $125,000 Bob LaTour 815-744-1000 X255 $139,000 Teddy Dow 815-483-0224 $135,000 Ellen Williams 815-483-5788 $87,000 Diane Anastopoulos 815-325-8313

5117 Eastchester Ct, north of Shorewood MLS 08526242…Ranch townhouse in Hampton Glen, Troy & Joliet West High. 2br, 2ba, 20x14 liv rm w/fpl, $104,900 Jon Higgins 815-351-2348

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26315 W Ravine Woods Dr, Channahon 25801 S Brookfield Ct, Channahon 8413 Sawyer Ct, Joliet MLS 08509494…Built in 2010, approx.3100 sq ft MLS 08490679…Remodeled kit, wood laminate MLS 08525998…End-unit in Sable Ridge, Minooka home in Ravine Woods. Hardwood flrs, main flr 5th flring in all 3br & 23x14 liv rm. Full bath in bsmt, schools! 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 car garage. br/den, $379,900 Candy Salomoun 708-927-1320 $189,900 Bryan Kasprisin 815-725-6260 $92,500 Diane Lambert 815-509-0656

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13347 Meadow Ln, Plainfield 1788 Pebblestone Dr, Romeoville 507 S East St, Wilmington 25861 W Eames St, Channahon 26348 S Jacob Dr, Channahon MLS 08493832…Over 2500 sq ft former model in MLS 08525791…In Weslake, Plainfield schools! 3 MLS 08493108…4 bedroom split-level, updated MLS 08531519...On half acre, 3br, liv & din rms, MLS 08496893...Bank-owned in The Highlands, as low Walkers Grove. 4br, 2.5 baths, hardwood flr in 32x13 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, new roof & furnace/central air. carpet, paint & baths. Liv & fam rms plus office. bsmt, commercial potential, $225,000. Steve Jeziorski as 5% down! 4br, 2.5 baths, hardwood flrs, $269,500 kit. $250,000 Bob LaTour 815-744-1000 X255 $185,000 Bob LaTour 815-744-1000 X255 $169,900 Lori Bonarek 815-325-4760 815-355-0123 Karen Robertson 815-482-8734

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CHANNAHON’S CARRIAGE HOMES AT RAVINE WOODS 25250 Shady Glen Dr…This lovely duplex on a corner lot is truly “move-in” ready! 18x13 main floor master bedroom with full bath & walk-in closet. 2 more bedrooms plus loft upstairs. 22x16 living room opens to 23x11 eat-in kitchen with hardwood flooring, breakfast bar & pantry. The full basement has brightly painted walls, loads of storage and a rough-in for another bath - easy to transform for more living space. Asking $199,000.

Contact Donna Gray 815-955-2706 or Rick Gray 815-955-2705 today to see this home.

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1339 Buell Ave…Glenwood or Jefferson to Midland to Buell - Lake Lawn condo has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths (full bath has been updated), wood laminate flooring in 14x10 kitchen & vaulted 19x14 living room with sliding door to balcony. All appliances stay, in-unit laundry. Convenient location! Asking $67,999. Jim greets you at the open house today. Preview multiple photos at www.cbhonig-bell.com

1702 Oneida St… All brick ranch is great starter or investment. Both bedrooms with hardwood floors, wood laminate in 14x12 kitchen. Full basement, fenced backyard. Upgraded to 100 Amp circuit breaker system 01/25/2014. And for extra peace of mind, there’s a home warranty included! Contact John at 815-545-8072 for a private showing today! Preview multiple photos at www.johnbohrer.com

OPEN HOUSE Jim Skorupa 815-693-2970 815-744-1000

John Bohrer 815-545-8072 815-744-1000

PLAINFIELD - $139,900

MANHATTAN – RECENTLY REDUCED!

16540 McAllister Rd… Tri-level home on large lot convenient to I-55. Hardwood floors in dining room, 21x12 living room & all 3 bedrooms. Lower level 15x10 family room with office & full bath. Contact Lee today at 815-478-3872 to see this home. Preview multiple photos at www.lee-hansen.com

16040 W Kathyrn Ave… One-owner Bedford stone ranch on wooded lot in Ranch Oaks. Hardwood floors in all 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 21x15 living room, abundant cabinets & counter space in 13x16 kitchen – appliances stay! New copper plumbing in full basement. Now asking $219,900. Contact Jayne at 815-405-1738 today to see this home. Preview multiple photos at www.cbhonig-bell.com

Lee Hansen 815-478-3872 815-485-3401

Jayne Sinchak 815-405-1738 815-485-3401

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NEW LISTING - JUST $118,900! Well kept home offering 2BRS, a large eat-in kitchen w/wood laminate floors, bath w/ whirlpool tub, LR w/wood burning frpl, 3 car garage & freshly updated interior! Nancy Hibler Call Nancy Hibler today!

815-263-5791

FIN NUALA CONDO - LOOKING AT ALL OFFERS! Owner is waiting for an offer on this 1BR unit w/new kitchen flooring, new a/c, all appls, courtyard views and well maintained throughout! $42,000 - Call Nancy Hibler today!

Maribel Martinez 815-955-0762

WEXFORD SUBD - PLNFD SCHOOLS! Gorgeous unit offering 2 spacious BRS, 1.1 baths, updated kitchen w/SS appls, modern décor, & peaceful views of a wooded area. $134,900 - Call Mary Schild today!

ATTENTION INVESTORS! This property is a legal 2 unit with 2 homes on 1 lot! Well maintained, large 2.5 car garage, 2BRS in the 1st home & 1BR in the 2nd. This property shows well! $110,000 - Call Bob Vergo today!

Nancy Hibler 815-263-5791

PRICE REDUCED - MAKE AN OFFER! This is a large home offering 5 BRS, a big LR/DR, 1st floor den/office, kitchen with eating area, full bsmt, 2 car garage and fenced yard. NOW $89,900 - Call Terry Fenoglio today!

Terry Fenoglio 815-370-4482

Bob Vergo 815-954-0233

OUTSTANDING MINOOKA HOME! Gorgeous landscaping & impeccably maintained interior, 4BRS, 3 baths, large bonus room, full bsmt, 2.5 car attached, much more! $229,900 - Call Bob Vergo today!

Bob Vergo 815-954-0233

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NEW LISTING - JUST $89,900! Well kept & super clean 3BR home w/neutral décor, large LR/DR, eat-in kitchen, fin bsmt, 1 full & 2 half updated baths, fenced yard & newer 2.5 car garage w/attic storage! Call Maribel Martinez today!

Mary Schild 815-483-0354

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SHOWCASE of HOMES Amberleigh Estates of Channahon Welcome to Channahon! Nearly 2700 s.f. of living space with a 3 car garage & oversize fenced yard backing to pond(no bk yard neighbor)! Grand foyer w/dramatic staircase, vaulted living & dining room. Very large kitchen w/table space & all appliances including dbl oven. The family rm is spacious & has a fireplace(plenty of wall space for furniture too). Luxury master w/walk-in shower & closets. Main flr den-full bmt! $217,875

Call Mark Meers, Spring Realty, at (815) 347-7900 Additional info: www.MarkMeers1.com

13449 KERR ST., PLAINFIELD . Impressive 4 Bedroom Home w/ Den & Sunroom! . 2-Story Foyer Opens to Formal Living & Dining Rooms! . Gourmet Kitchen w/ Striking Cabs, Granite & Large Island! . Spectacular 2-Story Family Room w/ Soaring Fireplace!

. Luxurious Master Suite w/ Luxury Bath & Sitting Room! . Huge Deck & Patio Overlooks Expansive Yard! . Located in Awesome Community! This is the One! . Priced to Sell!

SHOREWOOD TOWNHOME FOR RENT! This beautiful townhome located in Walnut Trails features a dramatic 2 story entry, 2 BRs, 2 baths, all appliances including washer & dryer, a large storage area, and master suite with walk-in-closet & private bath. $1,050/mo â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Call Nancy Hibler today for more details!

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

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

1055 TAYLOR ST. - $134,999

JUST LISTED IN NEW LENOX!

Hurry all brick ranch with gorgeous hardwood floors thru-out! All new kitchen cabinetry and counters!

Beautiful woodwork, fireplace , plaster walls, new light fixtures. 4 bedrooms! Extra bath in basement with laundry room. Full bath off hall. Formal living and dining rooms! All season enclosed front porch detached 2.5 garage located in a great location! Home qualifies for IHDA $10,000.00 cash program!!

Quality built 3 BR step ranch w/basement, oversized 2 car garage, deck & fenced yard. New kitchen cabinets, new flooring, fireplace & main floor laundry/mud room!

Partially finished basement, remodeled master bath. Lincoln-Way schools. $239,900.

Call Mark Meers today (815)347-7900 Additional info: www.MarkMeers1.com

Kathy Dames RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals 815.693.8336

Mark Meers Spring Realty 815-347-7900

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DRIVERS

Construction Superintendent Underground Utility Contractor.

Installation of conduits, manholes & directional boring.

Familiar with AT&T procedures.

Resume to: cbci@live.com

AUTO - Experienced Body Man

Must do hard hits & have own tools. Call Gil at 815-722-2288. Driver Now hiring MOVERS and DRIVERS with valid Class C lic.

Training provided. Heavy lifting involved. Wages + tips TWO MEN AND A TRUCK 815-609-6200 COMMERCIAL PLANS 12407 Rhea Dr, Plainfield, IL

EXAMINER

$60,000 - $70,000 D.O.E. County of Will seeks Commercial Plans Examiner to conduct reviews of commercial plans/specifications to ensure compliance with codes and standards of the Will Co. Building Ordinance.

Calculate permit fees, correspond with residents, builders, and engineers and perform occasional field inspections.

ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification required. Associates degree in Architecture or Construction Technology preferred or equiv. combination of education, training and experience necessary to perform essential functions of the job. Additional certifications preferred.

Apply by 2/20/14 by 4:30 pm to: Will County Human Resources 302 N. Chicago Street Joliet, IL 60432 Fax: (815) 740-4604 Email: jobs@willcountyillinois.com Equal Opportunity Employer BREAKING NEWS available 24/7 at TheHerald-News.com

DRIVERS (Local & Regional) DOCKWORKERS wanted!

MUST apply online at: www.hollandregional.com/ careers Drivers must have Class A, haz & tanker end, 1yr or 50k tractor trailer exp in last 5 yrs.

No DUI/OWI or Major preventables in last 3 years. Full time benefits include company paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick pay, pension benefits, direct deposit, 5% wage increase after 1st year, 2nd and 3rd , COL increase per CBA. Dockworkers must be 18 years of age. Forklift experience a must. LTL Experience considered a plus.

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Truck Driver / Yard Material Handler EJ, a leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of underground construction castings, has an immediate opening for a Truck Driver / Yard Material Handler at our branch offices located in New Lenox.

Candidate should have current Class “A” CDL license, possess physical ability to lift and handle iron casting products as well as forklift driving experience. Local deliveries, home every night. Person would be delivering products to local construction sites and municipalities as well as other various yard duties. Must be highly customer-oriented, have good verbal communication skills and have a neat appearance. Opportunity to work for a stable, respected company which provides a competitive wage & benefit package. EOE Qualified candidates should apply in person Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, to complete an employment application at: EJ 310 Garnet Drive New Lenox, IL 60451-3502

Drivers

Ag Trucking, Inc.

Hiring Tractor Trailer Drivers Pneumatic Sand Tank Home weekends Must have a passport $900-$1000 per week Monthly performance bonus Paid holidays & vacations 401K / medical insurance Class A CDL / 2 yrs exp.

Call Rick Miller 800-366-1216 www.agtrucking.com

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DRIVERS

Class A CDL

BLACK HORSE CARRIERS has driver openings in the Joliet, Minooka and Aurora, IL areas.

Dedicated routes, 5 day work week, Home daily. Night routes.

Automotive parts delivery experience a plus. New Equipment (2013) with XM Radio. Base pay of $1000 a week with potential to earn more. These are full time positions with benefits.

If you have 3 yrs. Exp. and a Class A CDL with a clean MVR, Call 630-333-5564 or email jobs@blackhorsecarriersjobs.com WITH CODE "JOLIET/MINOOKA" IN THE SUBJECT LINE. EOE. Drug Testing is a condition of employment.

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ONLINE ONLY STEEL COLUMN FABRICATOR Dean Lally, LP

40 Woodruff Road Joliet, Illinois 60432 Online Bidding Ends: Thursday, Feb. 13, at 1:00pm CST One-Day Onsite Inspection: Wednesday Feb. 12 ,8am - 4pm Featuring: Hydraulic Press Brake: 175 Ton X 16’ Pearson • Power Shear: 10 Ga. X 16’ Pearson • Vertical Saws: (2) 18” Hem Saws – Mdl.V125M & V120HA • Tank Turning Rolls: Up To Approx.10Ton Capacity • Flame Cutter: MG P/C750 5-Head,84” Wide•Welders: 20’LincolnSeamWelder,PlusNumerousLincoln, Miller&Hobarts!•Compressors:75HP&50HPSullairs•Forklifts: 6000#Mitsubishi&3450#Yale,Plus4500#RaymondElectricPallet Jacks • Steel Inventory: Assorted Tube, Pipe,Angles, Plate, Up To Approx.150,000#!

Buyers Premium Will Apply Visit Our Website for More Information Bid Online Thru www.bidspotter.com

631-454-1766 www.kosterindustries.com Koster Industries Inc. Il Lic. # 444000223 R.M.Koster IL Lic. # 441000750 • R.G.Koster IL. Lic. 441000749

Wanted to transport railroad crews in the Joliet, IL area. Paid training, benefits, & company vehicle provided. Starting pay $.20 per mile or $8.50 per hour while waiting.

Apply online at: www.renzenberger.com

Manufacturing Joliet, IL Manufacturing Company seeks to fill the below full time temp to hire positions:

Cabinet Maker

Minimum 5 years of experience.

Draftsman

Must have Drafting degree/certification & experience in SolidWorks Software.

Drivers: $2000 Sign On Bonus!

Leadman Metal Shop Class-A 2yrs Exp. Company Drivers .44cpm East & .40 all other. Must have prior Leadman experiHealth/Dental/401K-Local, Region- ence in a manufacturing setting.

Please contact Jeff at al & OTR. Owner Op's 78% of line 815-730-0555 and haul 100% FS Plate Program, No have resume available electronics.

Tom: 800-972-0084 Ext 6855 Drivers: Regional OTR CDL-A positions for postal routes based out of Bolingbrook, IL. $19.24/hour plus $4.98/hour USPS Health & Welfare. Not a local position. Apply: www.eagleexpresslines.com General Labor FT OPENINGS Visit employment section at: kwmgutterman.com

MECHANIC

Hiring Now! Midas Auto Service and Tires needs experienced mechanic.

1802 N. Larkin, Joliet 815-725-6500. Apply in person or submit resume to:

jhill18735@aol.com

Owner / Operators: Bolingbrook

Regional Company Drivers Needed to run out of the Joliet terminal *$500 Sign-On Bonus* Requirements:

18 mos. current or 24mos. out of last 48 mos. T/T exp.

CDL-A with Tanker and Hazmat

Highway Transport Offers: Paid Orientation Excellent Benefits

MANUFACTURING Chicago: South Suburban, Northwest Indiana locomotive mfg/repair facility accepting applications for EXPERIENCED electricians with background in wiring install, gear switches, motors and elec. comp. Railroad exp a plus. Must know outbound diagnostic testing w/pm and trouble shooting. Pay commensurate with experience and education. Competitive benefits including health, vision, dental, 401(k) and paid vacation. Must pass pre-employment physical including drug screen, possess valid driver's license with clean driving record and have reliable transportation.

Apply to: Corporate Recruiter P.O. Box 1416 Mt. Vernon, IL 62864 Fax: 618-244-1168 hr4locomotives@gmail.com Being the FIRST to grab reader's attention makes your item sell faster!

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For more information call: (630) 972-8679 or e-mail:

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Maintain and repair tractors and tankers. Oversee daily operation of shop. CDL required. Welding exp. preferred. Call 815-729-7700

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Receptionist

Inside Sales - part time

$8.50/hr + Commission Mon-Fri 3pm-8pm, Some Saturdays 10am-2pm Apply at: Spring-Green Lawn & Tree Care 11927 Spaulding School Dr. Plainfield, IL 60585 Send Resumes to: dlawton@spring-green.com

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DON and CNA's., Apply in person at Lakewood Center, 14716 S. Eastern Ave, Plainfield, IL 60544

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TWIC card assistance available in a hospital.

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www.rosewoodnursing.com 3401 Hennepin Dr. Joliet, IL 60431 Fax: 815/436-0743

★ ADOPTION: ★ A Creative Financially Secure Home, LOVE, Laughter, Travel, Baking, Family awaits 1st baby. Expenses paid.

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Excellent caregiver seeking employment in Joliet area.

Please call 773-343-6204

LPN OR RN full/part time needed for 25 Year Old Male COMPETITIVE SALARY 815-603-9599 Minooka area

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Table - Mahogany Wood Dining or Conference Table two pedestals , each has three claw foot legs 4' x 7 ½' (used as dining table) no scratches $350 773-315-9677

ALWAYS INVESTIGATE BEFORE INVESTING ANY MONEY

Contact the Better Business Bureau www.chicago.bbb.org - or Federal Trade Commission www.ftc.gov

Be your own boss as an independent contractor!!

Contractors needed to deliver, build, maintain, and service single copy sales delivery routes in the BrookfieldWestchester area.

Deliveries are one day a week.

Must have reliable vehicle, valid drivers license, insurance, and a good driving record.

Contact Nicole Austin at 630-427-6204 or naustin@shawmedia.com

Collectible Barbie's -New in box (3) Maria Therese Wedding Day Joliet ~ Bellarmine Drive Barbie – Imperial of Russia Barbie Spacious 3BR TH, 1.5BA, appl. (pink label) – Framed Barbie W/D in bsmt, heat, A/C, $980/mo.

Swimsuit. All (3) new in box – Ex- Tenant pays all util.815-730-6873 cellent Condition. $200 for all. Call after 3 PM 815-436-4222 Romeoville 2BR Townhome Twin Headboard - Beautiful sold Loft, 2.5BA, LR, FR, kitchen, appl, oak twin headboard with detailing.

W/D, garage. No pets, $1395/mo.

Excellent Condition! $50.

Available May 1st. 815-254-1257 815-426-4222 Call after 3PM NEED CASH? KNUDSON AUCTION I will buy your Guns, ammo, & APPRAISALS coins & antique motors.

AVAILABLE NOW!!

815-725-6023 Call Rick at 630-674-0832.

Coffing Hoist JOLIET PARKVIEW ESTATES “Since 1947” Long handle, 1 Chain – ¾ ton 2BR Duplexes starting at 2 Chain – 1 ½ ton $100 $800/mo and Single Family 815-436-8689 leave message Homes. Call for move in specials!

815-740-3313 Doll - Very Unique, Mokena: 4 rms, near train, nice One of a kind (OAK) yrd, city water, half of gar., no pets, Custom made by $900/mo.+sec., 708-717-5535 Hand Crocheted Afghans Cristina-Dolls of Madrid Spain, New, large, $50. Hand purchased at International embroidered pillow cases, Doll Show, must see to appreciate. $15/pair. 815-725-2634 Serious Buyers Only. $400/obo Photos; cbar577329@aol.com Sewing Machine - Singer #221 815-436-4222 after 3 pm.

Electric with fold up plateform on left side; all attachments and book.

Pristine Condition! $375.

Call 9am-1pm 815-354-4649

PIT BULL “LILY”

2004 SATURN ION

Fully loaded, 83Kmiles, great gas mileage, excellent condition! $6000/obo. 815-690-8924

Flooring – Great Lake Hardwood Oak Natural Flooring from Menards Female, 9 years old, approx 60 lbs, white with brown spots. approx. 24 sq.ft. remaining in box 2006 CHRYSLER SUPREME Lost on Sun, Jan 26, Reed & Mack exc cond.$60/obo.815-436-6717 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS 4 door, everything works good.

Streets in Joliet. 815-616-2370 AKC/OFA! Imported parents on site.

Approx 82K miles, $6700.

Great family dogs and protection. 815-730-7745 ~ 815-348-0315 Silver Chain With Fingerprint $950 - $1250/ea. 815-685-4764 Thumb Lost by mall in Joliet Queen bed set – Double dresser – www.promisedlandshepherds.com 2010 Chevy Impala LS around New Year's. REWARD Ext warr transferable, very nice car!

815-293-0615 ~ 815-347-0615 chest of drawers, queen headboard Shepherd & Pit Bull Mix & frame, mirror for dresser – 6mo $12,500 815-254-4372 Female, needs fenced in yard BREAKING NEWS old $300.00 call day or early FREE TO LOVING FAMILY. available 24/7 at evening leave message 815-436TheHerald-News.com 815-557-2290 5171

Court-Ordered Auctions Wednesday • Feb 26

620 Clement Street • 10 AM (CST)

1,920 SF, 4 BR / 2 BA Home & 3-Unit Apartment Building • 1 BR/ 1 BA Units • 100% Occupied • On-Site and Street Parking • Located Near Corner of Clement St. & Mason Ave. Open House: Thu, Feb 13, 10 am-12 pm

Affordable Cathedral/ Joliet Joliet/Ingalls Park 305 S.E. Circle Studio-1BR, util incl., elevator. room. $105-$140/wk, $455-$607/mo, 2BR, new kitchen, laundry Open to rent 2/15, 1st mo & sec, Lndry, Guest Library, Nr. Bus & credit check.

Kathy 815-712-7952 Dwntown. (815-726-2000)

CREST HILL ~ 527 PASADENA

2BR with balcony, appliances incl.

Secure bldg, no pets, $950/mo.

By Appointment. 815-592-3782 + dep, proof of income required.

815-557-2290

Broker Participation is Invited!

Joliet East: 1BR w/appl., heat & water, off st. prkng, $675/mo. +deposit, 630-697-2235 Joliet-Across from St. Joe's Hospital, 2 bd/1 bth, new carpet & kitchen,all appliance with w/d $900-No pets. 815-212-0176

MANHATTAN (2) 2BR, 1BA

201 Broadway Street • 11:30 AM (CST)

Appl, one unit has W/D in Apt. A/C, no pets, $870 - $1060/mo.

815-478-4316

5-Unit Apartment Building • Assortment of Layouts • On-Site & Street Parking • Located at Corner of N. Broadway St. & Oneida St.

Off Essington, Near 155, Clean updated 1BR, oak kitchen, appl, blt-in-micro, walk-in-closet, A/C. Free heat.

815-744-5141

Open House: Thu, Feb 13, 12:30 pm-2:30 pm

404-406 Oneida Street • 1 PM (CST) 8-Unit Apt. Bldg. • On-Site & Street Parking • Located Next to O’Charley’s Near Corner of Oneida St. & North Center St. (US 30) Open House: Thu, Feb 13, 3 pm-5 pm

Rockdale Newly Renov Lower 2BR Quiet, appl, carpet, water incl, off St 1 car, $675/mo + security.

No Pets.

815-439-1065

Twin Oaks West, Large clean

2BR, open kit, mirrored closet drs, appl, blt-in-micro, D/W, free heat.

Troy Schools 815-744-1155 The Herald-News Classified It works.

Seller: JDM Management, LLC & JDS Management, LLC

(855) 353-1100 KeyAuctioneers.com

JOLIET 3 BEDROOM

Recently remodeled, by Nowell Park. Finished basement with office, $1100/mo, Section 8 OK. 815-735-7704 Joliet West-Convenient Location!

Charming 2BR, laundry room, CAC, fenced yard, garage, $995.

815-722-1389 www.protown.org New appliances, W/D hook-up.

Tenant pays all utilities, no Sect 8. $900/mo. 815-341-1124

Joliet 1&2BR's $725-$850

J.Theodore Pike: 441.001952 Jonathan R. Baker: 471.004634 See Website for Full Terms and Conditions

Joliet - 1413 Burry Joliet 6043.

Tri level 3 bed, room 2 bath, attached garage, 1800 square feet, washer and dryer, furnished, one block from public transportation.

Available now. 312-203-9998 or passaglia@aol.com

JOLIET/EAST 4BR, 2BA

4 Residential Properties, Joliet

(CST)

HOUSES AND APARTMENTS 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms, Call 24/7 www.willcountryrentals.com 815-726-0000 ~ 815-730-1500

10% Buyer’s Premium

Joliet Big, Clean, Furn. Room fridge/micro or stove, Newly renovated, nice wood floors.

Laundry, elevator, on bus line. $95/wk, $412/m 815-726-2000

Channahon - Established Oil Change Business for lease.

Equipment, inventory, staff & customer base are all ready for your direction. Terms negotiable.

Call Chris @ (815) 791-3235 for details.

**FOR LEASE**

Old Dean Lally Building at 420 Woodruff in Joliet 49,000 sq. ft.

Available March 1st asking $10,000 per month with industrial and office areas includes 5 cranes ranging from 5-50 tons & five offices with break & storage rooms and 3 baths. Building has heating and air conditioning and new roof and gutters & brand new alarm system. 815258-0957 or coleenkrause@comcast.net for photos and tour.

WANTED SCRAP METAL

Garden Tractors, Snowmobiles, Appliances, Anything Metal

815-210-8819

Free Pick Up 7 days a week

I PAY CASH FOR HOUSES Any Location. Any Condition.

Ron Orloff 815-730-1300

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WILL IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ESTATE OF RICHARD D. WENZLAFF CASE NUMBER 11 P 554 Notice is given of the death of Richard D. Wenzlaff whose address Call today to place your ad was 15131 Parnell Circle, Homer 877-264-2527 Glen, IL. Letters of Office were issued on September 7, 2011 to Linda J. Bell, 15131 Parnell Circle, Homer PUBLIC NOTICE Glen, IL whose attorney is Tatooles, Foley & Associates, LLC 321 North ADVERTISEMENT FOR PRE-QUALIFICATION ANDSuite NOTIFICATION OF Clark Street, 1301, Chicago, BID FOR JOLIET TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT #204 IL 60654.

JOLIET, ILLINOIS NOTICE TO HEIRS AND LEGATEES Notice is hereby given to Linda JOLIET CENTRALJean HIGHBell, SCHOOL AnnMarie Wenzlaff, ElizBID RELEASE abeth5 Wenzlaff Smith and Unknown Heirs, who are heirs or legaGilbane Building Company, Construction Manager and acting on tees of the above for proceeding. behalf of Joliet Township High SchoolTo District #204, receiving preprobate a iswill and whose qualification applications from interested contractors for Bid Release name and address is not stated5in as follows; 33A Site Utility Work, Project Includes Water Main Relocathe petition to admit the will to protion, Sanitary Sewer Relocation, Storm Relocation.

Siteby bate,Sewer that an order was33B entered the Court on September 2011 Electrical Service Work, Project includes Infrastructure for new 7, ComEd therelated will totoprobate.

WithElectrical Service, and reefed existingadmitting switch gear new electriin 42 days the effective cal service. Both bid packages includes work in after an IDOT ROW. date of the original order of admission, you may file a petition The Architect for the project is Wight & Company, Inc.with the Court to require proof of the will by testimony of5the witnesses to the will in BID RELEASE open court or other evidence, as provided in section 6-21 of the B.P. # Description Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 33A Site Utility 5/6-21).

You Work will also have the 33B Electrical rightSite under section Service 8-2 of Work the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/8-1) The bid documents will be distributed to pre-qualified to contest the validitybidders of the on willorby about Monday, February 10, 2014.filing A Pre-Bid Conference be held a petition with thewill Court withon Thursday, February 20, 2014 at in8:00 am., at the Gilbane Field Of-of 6 months after the admission fice at Joliet Central High School, the 104willCollins Street, Joliet, Illinois to probate.

60432. Sealed bids are due Thursday, at 10:00 TheMarch estate 6th, will 2014 be administered A.M. local time, at Joliet Township High School District #204 Adminiswithout Court Supervision, unless under 28-4 of the Probate tration Building, 300 Caterpillar Drive, Jolietsection IL 60436.

Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/28-4) person terminates be interested qualified by Gilbane BuildinginTo bid this project, bidders mustany dependent at any Company. The pre-qualification application is toadministration be completed online time bythe mailing or delivering a petiprequalification applicaat www.iBidPro.com. Questions regarding tion to terminate to the Circuit tion procedure should be directed to Diedrie Hines at 773/695-3551Court or Clerk. dhines@gilbaneco.com. Bidders who are not pre-qualified in accorClaims against the estate may dance with the advertisement will have their bids returned unopened. be filed in the Office of Pamela McGuire, Bid security in the form of a bid bond in an Circuit amountCourt equalClerk, to ten14 per-W. Jefferson St., Joliet, Illinois, or with cent (10%) of the base bid is required from all Bidders. Guarantee the representative or both on or beBonds in the form of a Performance Bond and Labor Material fore August 10, and 2014, any Payclaim ment Bond in an amount equal to one percent (100%) of theis nothundred filed within that period bid will be required from the awardedbarred.

Bidder.Copies of a claim filed with the Circuit Court Clerk must be The work will be done in accordance with Contract mailed or the delivered to Documents. the represen“FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS INVITATION tative and to OF the THIS attorney, if any, TO BID WILL RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION THEdays BIDDER”. within ten OF (10) after it has been filed with the Circuit Clerk.

This contract calls for the construction of a “public work,” within the meaning of the Illinois Prevailing Wage 820 ILCS 130/.01 et seq.

JohnAct, Foley,ARDC#6201216 Attorney Linda J. Bellto pay la(“the Act”). The Act requires contractors and for subcontractors 321 N. Clark St., #1301 borers, workers and mechanics performing services on public works IL 60654 projects no less than the “prevailing Chicago, rate of wages” (hourly cash wages 312-540-4410 the work is performed. For inplus fringe benefits) in the county where formation regarding current prevailing wage rates, please refer to the PAMELA MCGUIRE Illinois Department of Labor's website th at: CLERK OF THE 12and All contractors subhttp://www.illinois.gov/idol/Pages/default.aspx.

CIRCUIT COURT contractorsrendering services under this JUDICIAL contract must comply with all requirements of the Act, including but not limited to, all wage, notice (Published in the Herald-News and record keeping duties.

February 9, 16, 23, 2014.

HN117) Joliet Township High School District #204 and Gilbane Building

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Company reserves the right to reject any or all bids. All information submitted as part of this process shall be considered public information under the State Freedom of Information Act unless specifically disclosed on the applicable information by the Bidder. Challenges to such exemptions shall be defended solely by the Bidder.

(Published in the Herald-News February 9, 2014. HN118)

PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WILL IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ESTATE OF RICHARD D. WENZLAFF CASE NUMBER 11 P 554 Notice is given of the death of Richard D. Wenzlaff whose address was 15131 Parnell Circle, Homer Glen, IL. Letters of Office were issued on September 7, 2011 to Linda J. Bell, 15131 Parnell Circle, Homer Glen, IL whose attorney is Tatooles, Foley & Associates, LLC 321 North Clark Street, Suite 1301, Chicago, IL 60654.

NOTICE TO HEIRS AND LEGATEES Notice is hereby given to Linda Jean Bell, AnnMarie Wenzlaff, Elizabeth Wenzlaff Smith and Unknown Heirs, who are heirs or legatees of the above proceeding.

To probate a will and whose name and address is not stated in the petition to admit the will to probate, that an order was entered by the Court on September 7, 2011 admitting the will to probate. Within 42 days after the effective date of the original order of admission, you may file a petition with the Court to require proof of the will by testimony of the witnesses to the will in open court or other evidence, as provided in section 6-21 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/6-21). You will also have the right under section 8-2 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/8-1) to contest the validity of the will by filing a petition with the Court within 6 months after the admission of the will to probate.

The estate will be administered without Court Supervision, unless under section 28-4 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Circuit Court Clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of Pamela McGuire, Circuit Court Clerk, 14 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, Illinois, or with the representative or both on or before August 10, 2014, any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Circuit Court Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney, if any, within ten (10) days after it has been filed with the Circuit Clerk.

Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1 et seq.) to the extent required by Notice is hereby given that the law. undersigned on behalf of herself, adult(s) shall appear in the Will ALL PROPOSALS ARE SUBJECT County Court Annex Building, 57 TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE N. Ottawa, Joliet, Illinois, 60432 CITY OF JOLIET PROCUREMENT courtroom 236 at 9:00 a.m. on CODE (Section 2-430 - 2-453 of the 29 day of April, 2014 before the Code of Ordinances) the judge assigned to hear said James D. Hook matter, and then there present a peCity Manager tition requesting the name of Wanda Marie Cathorn be changed to Margaret E. McEvilly Wanda Marie Cothran.

Contract Administrator /s/ Wanda M. Cothran (Published in the Herald-News February 9, 13, 2014. HN119) Wanda M. Cothran 211 Monterey Ct. Bolingbrook, IL 60440 NOTICE

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John Foley,ARDC#6201216 Attorney for Linda J. Bell 321 N. Clark St., #1301 Chicago, IL 60654 312-540-4410

PAMELA J. MCGUIRE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF WILL COUNTY (Published in the Herald-News February 9, 16, 23, 2014.

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PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE CITY OF JOLIET ADVERTISEMENT TO BIDS CONTRACT NO. 1970-0114 PROJECT NAME: CHERRY HILL AND NEW LENOX ROAD IMPROVEMENTS 2014 MFT NO. 13-00465-00-WR The City of Joliet, Illinois, does hereby invite sealed bids for HMA Surface Course, 1519 tons; HMA Binder Course, 4611 tons, HMA Base Couse, 8”, 5959 SY; Comb.

Concrete curb and gutter, 2193 L.F.; storm sewers RCP, Class A, 1307 L.F.; Thermoplastic Pavement Marking Line, 27.611 L.F. Sanitary Sewer PVC, 258 L.F.; Steel Plate Beam Guardrail, 940 L.F. Bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk, City of Joliet Municipal Building, 150 West Jefferson Street, Joliet, Illinois 604324156 until 9:45 A.M. local time on MONDAY - FEBRUARY 24, 2014 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud.

Those desiring to bid may examine the bid documents and detailed specifications at the above address, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through PAMELA MCGUIRE th Friday.

All bidders will be required CLERK OF THE 12 JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT to submit Bid Security in the form of a Certified Check, Cashier's Check (Published in the Herald-News or a Bid Bond in the amount of February 9, 16, 23, 2014. Five percent (5%) of the Base HN117) Bid, payable to the City of Joliet.

PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WILL

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LINCOLN-WAY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 210, NEW LENOX, ILLINOIS REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES FOR LINCOLN-WAY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 210

trative Annex at 1801 E Lincoln Hwy, New Lenox, Illinois 60451 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

There is no charge for the package.

The State of Illinois requires that the general prevailing rate of wages in this locality be paid for each craft or type of worker hereunder. This shall include payment of the general prevailing rate for legal holiday and overtime work. This requirement is in accordance with Public Act 86-799.

Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 reserves the right to reject, in part or in total, any or all proposals, waive or not to waive any irregularities therein, and to accept the proposal considered being in the best interest of Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210.

Questions may be directed to Ronald R. Sawin, Assistant Superintendent for Business, at the above address, by telephone at (815) 462-2111, or by email at rsawin @lw210.org.

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(Published in the Herald-News Lincoln-Way Community High February 9, 2014. HN110) School District 210 invites offers from qualified contractors to submit The Herald-News a solution that will provide PhotogClassified raphy Service for the four Lincoln877-264-2527 Way High schools.

TheHerald-News.com/classified Sealed proposals must be received by Thursday, February 27, NOTICE 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the District office located within Lincoln-Way PUBLICATION POLICIES Central High School, at 1801 E. This publication reserves the Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL right to edit or reject any ads 60451; proposals will be publicly without comment. This publicaopened at this time. Proposals re- tion is careful to review all adceived after the submittal time will vertising but the burden of truthful content belongs to the adverbe rejected and returned unopened tiser. We use standard abbreviato the sender. tions and we reserve the right to A complete proposal package properly classify your ad. All ads may be obtained at the office of the are subject to credit approval.

Assistant Superintendent for Busi- We reserve the right to require ness located in the District Adminis- prepayment. We accept cash, trative Annex at 1801 E Lincoln check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Hwy, New Lenox, Illinois 60451 and American Express.

CHECK YOUR AD between the hours of 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Please check your ad the first There is no charge for the package. day it is published. If you see an The State of Illinois requires that error, call us immediately and it will be corrected for the next the general prevailing rate of wages available publication date. Our in this locality be paid for each craft liability is for only one publicaor type of worker hereunder. This tion date and shall not exceed shall include payment of the gener- the total cost of the first day of al prevailing rate for legal holiday publication. and overtime work. This requirement is in accordance with Public Act 86-799.

Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 reserves the right to reject, in part or in total, any or all proposals, waive or not to waive any irregularities therein, and to accept the proposal considered being in the best interest of Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210.

Questions may be directed to Ronald R. Sawin, Assistant Superintendent for Business, at the above address, by telephone at (815) 462-2111, or by email at rsawin @lw210.org.

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The successful bidder will be re- (Published in the Herald-News quired to post performance Security February 9, 2014. HN110) and to provide a Certificate of Insurance as set forth in the Invitation of Bid and the General Terms & Conditions.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Bidders are required to be preTHE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT qualified through the Illinois DeWILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS partment of Transportation. The City IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION of Joliet reserves the right to reject TO CHANGE THE NAME(S) OF any and all bids, parts of any and Wanda Marie Cathorn TO Wanda all bids, or to waive technical errors or omissions in bids.

Marie Cothran The Contract shall be subject to the provisions of the Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1 et NOTICE seq.) to the extent required by Notice is hereby given that the law. undersigned on behalf of herself, adult(s) shall appear in the Will ALL PROPOSALS ARE SUBJECT County Court Annex Building, 57 TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE N. Ottawa, Joliet, Illinois, 60432 CITY OF JOLIET PROCUREMENT courtroom 236 at 9:00 a.m. on CODE (Section 2-430 - 2-453 of the 29 day of April, 2014 before the Code of Ordinances) the judge assigned to hear said James D. Hook matter, and then there present a petition requesting the name of WanCity Manager da Marie Cathorn be changed to Wanda Marie Cothran.

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