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Unearthing memories It was the one item I couldn’t toss.

To be fair, it was more than one item.

More like several thousand.

I spent the past week on vacation. I had some lunches and other appointments, spent Tuesday outside enjoying the sunshine, and actually succeeded (for the most part) in staying off social media for the week.

But the bulk of my week was spent cleaning my house and downsizing the stuff I have.

I had no problems in the living room, kitchen, bedrooms or garage. I donated five pairs of shoes (mostly heels, which I usually trip in whenever I wear a pair), a bag of clothing, several sets of sheets and blankets, two bags of fabric and a box of household goods.

And then I headed to the office, and that’s where the progress stopped.

Besides the typical office furniture, it’s where I have kept (largely unorganized) years of articles I’ve written and boxes of cards and letters from family and friends.

The newspapers are from early in

my career, from before all stories could easily be found online. I will never use these as clips for a future job – but I didn’t want to part with them.

It might be because it was proof of how far I’ve come as a reporter and writer – goodness knows my writing is better now than back in 2003 at my first non-internship job in Indiana. But it’s more that flipping through those articles took me back to the time I wrote those articles, the beats I covered and the people I worked with – people who shaped me into the journalist I’ve become.

The cards were a little more emotional. I found cards I received for my First Communion, which if memory serves was in 1986 or 1987. There were cards from high school and college graduations. I went to toss some of those ... but stopped when I opened a handful. Be-

cause there were cards from my grandparents, whom have all passed. I hadn’t seen their handwriting in years, and for a moment, I felt the love they shared as I held something they once touched.

And there were notes from my high school friends, old college roommates, former boyfriends and my college Bible, filled with encouraging notes marking passages that had some importance at that point in my life.

I couldn’t toss any of it – the cards, the newspapers. But at least they are organized in boxes and bins now.

It may be years before I open those boxes again, but when I do, I’ll know I will be filled with the same sense of happiness I was that day.

Thank you for reading The Herald-News.

• Kate Schott is editor of The Herald-News, the Morris Herald-News and Herald Life. She can be reached at kschott@shawmedia.com or 815-2804119. Follow her on Twitter @Kate_ Schott78.

‘All or nothing’: District 81 superintendent, union rep split on $10,000 for cut teachers

By FELIX SARVER

fsarver@shawmedia.com JOLIET – The Union School District 81 superintendent and a teachers union representative differ in their understandings of what was proposed to teachers who would be cut under a reduction in force plan that has been met with fierce criticism.

The issue came up at last Wednesday’s board meeting, when a public hearing was held on the proposal from Superintendent Tim Baldermann to reduce the number of teachers at the small Joliet district from 12 to seven because of declining enrollment.

The proposal was criticized heavily during the hearing and board members tabled their decision for the April 27 meeting to review the comments.

Michelle Grygiel, a teacher who said she was one of five whose position would

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“We chose not to forfeit our employment rights. We chose not to waive our recall rights.”

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Union School District 81 teacher be eliminated under the proposal, said during the hearing she and other teachers chose not to resign and “not to take $10,000 to keep our mouths shut.”

“We chose not to forfeit our employment rights. We chose not to waive our recall rights,” she said.

When asked about the $10,000, Grygiel deferred to Jean Michalak, a District 81 teacher and union representative, and Dan Mercer, Illinois Federation of Teachers

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field service director.

Both said there was a meeting March 14 between Michalak, Mercer, Baldermann and the district’s attorney and business manager regarding the reduction in force plan.

However, Mercer and Baldermann differed on what was discussed at the meeting for the teachers who would not return for the 2016-17 school year.

Baldermann said no formal plan was pitched to the union representatives, but several ideas were brought up to give those teachers “some sort of compensation” because the reduction was not based on performance but declining student population.

“It’s just to say, ‘This isn’t your fault,’ ” Baldermann said.

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Rafael Gonzalez (left) and Maren Bashor (right) carry the cross during a cross walk Friday in downtown Morris.

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Religious leaders discuss meaning of holy time

By BOB OKON

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and HEIDI LITCHFIELD

hlitchfield@shawmedia.com Christians of all denominations came together Friday in Morris to hear the seven last words of Jesus Christ, uttered during his final hours on the cross.

Ministers united, opening up their churches and sharing in the story of Good Friday for Morris’ annual Walk with the Cross event, as a wooden cross was carried from church to church.

“We’re all the body of Christ, we all believe in Christ and we all share the word of Christ,” said the Rev. Ed Howe, of Immaculate Conception Church in Morris. “We’re kind of like different households, but the same family.”

Good Friday is a day to celebrate, said the Rev. Steve Cook, pastor of Living Water Church of the Nazarene, a day to come together and remember what Christ did for each of us.

“It’s also a sign for others,” he said. “As we carry the cross through the streets, we want others to inquire what it’s about.”

The ecumenical tradition started at noon at the Living Water Church of the Nazarene. About 100 walkers then set out on foot, following the cross to First United Methodist Church of Morris; St. Thomas Episcopal Church; Christian Youth Center; Life Church, which met at the Canal Port Plaza; Immaculate Conception Church; and finally, First Presbyterian Church of Morris.

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ABOVE: A parishioner carries a cross Friday while leading a multi-denominational group on a cross walk through downtown Morris.

BELOW: Rafael Gonzalez carries a cross on his shoulder Friday during a cross walk in downtown Morris.

More online To see video of the Walk with the Cross event in Morris, visit TheHerald-News.com.

New Lenox Walk of the Cross

In New Lenox on Friday, 10 churches participated in a Walk of the Cross in its 40th year.

“It’s a testimony that all the churches are united in the message,” said the Rev. David Hedlin, pastor of Peace Lutheran Church in New Lenox.

The walk in New Lenox went to three churches – St. Jude Catholic, United Methodist and Trinity Lutheran – and Maplewood Cemetery. Police assisted with traffic control. Hedlin acknowledged some motorists could be disturbed by the delay. Others, however, may appreciate the opportunity to reflect on what Easter means.

“It’s a wonderful way to enter into the religious side of this,” Hedlin

all of the challenges, the difficulties, the denials and the betrayals that happen to us, God is willing to enter into all of that with us,” Hedlin said.

“Easter gets wound up in all kinds of things. Yet there is something here in Easter that speaks to all of us. We are in a broken world. ... God is present in all these circumstances in our life.”

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said. “In the walking from church to church, it’s a way to concentrate on the message.”

The message, he said, is that God stays with people in hard times.

“God loves us so much that despite

The Rev. Chris Walters said he’s seen the importance of God in tough

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Czerkies urges Rialto board to take new approach on empty office space More online

By BOB OKON

bokon@shawmedia.com JOLIET – Ed Czerkies, whose $350,000 donation to the Rialto Square Theatre more than a year ago was aborted amid the marquee controversy, has been offering some suggestions lately to the theater’s board.

The marquee mess initiated a chain of events that has led to the current Rialto crisis.

In just the past week, General Manager Randy Green has been put on leave as attorneys try to reach an exit agreement.

Joliet City Manager Jim Hock has provided promoters for upcoming events a letter of guarantee that obligates the city to pay the acts if the Rialto doesn’t have the money.

And, the City Council scheduled a meeting for 5:30 p.m. Monday to discuss future Rialto funding among other things.

Amid all this, Czerkies has showed up at two recent Rialto meetings urging the board to take a more aggressive approach to lease empty office space as a source of revenue.

“I can’t believe all this space is sitting there, and the county’s running around leasing space,” Czerkies said at one point. “I don’t know what everybody’s doing here.”

In addition to controlling the Rialto Square Theatre, the board that

To see video of Ed Czerkies speaking to the Rialto Square Theater board, visit TheHerald-News. com.

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Ed Czerkies speaks Nov. 24, 2014 after it was announced he donated $350,000 to renovate the marquee of the Rialto Square Theater. After more than a month of controversy regarding the design of the sign, Czerkies asked for his donation to be returned. oversees it also has control of about 100,000 square feet of adjacent office space. The Midland States Bank branch on the corner of Chicago and Van Buren streets, just outside the theater, is in space leased by the Rialto.

But about half the office space controlled by the Will County Metropolitan Exposition and Auditorium Authority, commonly called the Rialto board, is empty.

Czerkies, a successful businessman with real estate experience, at the last two board meetings has told the board it needs to take a new approach to leasing. He also has been critical at times, especially when told the board’s Finance Committee typically meets about three times a year.

“The condition of this theater – they should be meeting every two weeks,” Czerkies told the board.

Rialto board member James V. Smith, a real estate appraiser and head of the board’s Real Estate Committee, said the office space is a dubious asset.

Smith said when the Rialto governing body was created in 1982, it got, along with the theater, office space that was 25 percent leased at a time that business was leaving downtown Joliet.

“They gave us a three-legged plow mule,” Smith told Czerkies. “It didn’t work.”

Czerkies urged the board to begin consulting John Bays, who leases office space to Will County and is providing space for First Midwest Bank’s future downtown location. Czerkies said downtown business people have a stake in the success of the Rialto.

He also argued that the next general manager can’t be expected to run both the theater and the commercial office operations of the Rialto. Czerkies told the board it needs a theater manager and an office manager.

Joliet in search of big tulip trees for annual contest

By BOB OKON

bokon@shawmedia.com JOLIET – The city is looking for some big tulip trees.

The annual Big Tree Contest is underway, marking the 10th year Joliet has held the contest aimed at drawing attention to the city’s older and larger trees.

The contest is held in part to highlight the presence of large, shady trees that can be an appealing aspect of living in an older city.

“Every year, we try to select a different species of tree and try to call attention to the fact that the big trees

in the city are very special,” said Rita Renwick, chairwoman of the city’s Tree Advisory Board. “The older parts of town are usually where the bigger, old trees are.”

The year’s species, the tulip tree, is relatively rare in the area. Renwick said the tree tends to be more frequently found farther south in Illinois.

But she and city arborist Jim Teiber have identified large tulip trees in the city. Renwick said she has seen one in particular on West Acres Road near Catherine Street.

The tulip tree, she said, “is a very pretty tree.” Its name comes from the blossoms that appear in the tree in

May. “It has a yellowish green blossom that looks like a tulip,” Renwick said.

The city looks forward to people entering their own trees in the contest.

Trees on public property also can be nominated. People can nominate other people’s trees but should ask permission. Renwick said she and Teiber also may encourage participation by dropping off forms at houses where they see large tulip trees.

“If they don’t come forward in the next couple of weeks, we’ll be approaching houses with the big trees,” she said.

Entry forms and details on the con-

test are available online at www.cityofjoliet.info. They also are available at City Hall and both branches of the Joliet Public Library. The deadline for entries is noon April 22.

For more information, call Teiber at 815-414-8755.

Teiber will determine the winning tree by measuring the circumference, height and spread of the crown.

Winners will be announced on Arbor Day, which is April 29.

The city also is in the process of planning an Arbor Day celebration, which will be at 9:30 a.m. at Forest Park Individual Education School, 1220 California Ave., Joliet.

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Earmarked ag education dollars at risk Rauner wants to roll money into general aid pool

Seneca Future Farmers of America students watch a surgery being performed Aug. 7, 2014, at the Animal Care Hospital in Morris. Gov. Bruce Rauner has proposed zeroing out funding for agriculture education in the upcoming fiscal 2017 budget.

By LAUREN LEONE–CROSS

lleonecross@shawmedia.com

Statewide enrollment in agriculture courses is at an alltime high, yet area schools are at risk of losing earmarked dollars under Gov. Bruce Rauner’s proposed spending cuts, according to Luke Allen, the adviser for a state program designed to enhance the ag curriculum in Illinois schools.

Rauner has proposed zeroing out a $1.8 million line item for the Facilitating Coordination in Agricultural Education Project, for which Allen serves as program director for District II, which includes Will and Grundy counties.

Instead, Rauner has said he wants to shift that money to General State Aid to fully fund schools for the first time in seven years and leave the decision up to local districts whether to offer agriculture classes or use those dollars how they see fit.

Nearly 1,100 high school students were enrolled in ag courses at area schools during the 2014-15 school year, according to FCAE data.

About 60 percent of the $1.8 million helps the FCAE provide curriculum resources, teacher professional development training and on-site technical assistance.

About 8 percent funds administrative costs, such as salaries. The rest is given

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out as grant dollars to school districts for instructional resources.

With so much budget uncertainty at the state level, some school administrators otherwise interested in adding ag courses are shying away from the idea, Allen said.

“It’s the uncertainty surrounding state funding that keeps schools from making these decisions. If you don’t know what the state is going to reimburse, it’s hard to plan and prepare. ... Everyone is in a holding pattern, waiting for stability,” Allen said.

In an email, Rauner spokeswoman Catherine Kelly referred The Herald-News to the governor’s recent Q&A held Tuesday at the Illinois State Fairgrounds when the paper requested comment.

“We do not want to reduce funding for agriculture edu-

cation in Illinois. What we’re saying is, let’s not have a lot of line items dictating terms of where money gets spent,” Rauner said at the Q&A. Rauner has said his goal is to fully fund education for the first time in years. Area schools have lost state funding in recent years due to proration. Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 lost $443,545 in fiscal year 2016, according to data from the Illinois State Board of Education. Minooka Community High School District 111 lost $300,348 and Lockport Township High School District 205 lost $152,725.

Rauner has repeatedly said he wants to place more control in the hands of local school districts and that fully funding them is one way to achieve that.

“Let’s put a lot more mon-

ey into schools and let the schools decide how they spend their money,” Rauner said at the fairgrounds event. “I hope a lot of the schools in Illinois put more money into agriculture, not less.”

Local impact

School districts such as Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210, Peotone School District 207-U, Dwight Public Schools, Minooka Community High School District 111, Lockport Township High School District 205 and Seneca Township High School depend on FCAE funding to maintain agricultural studies, Allen said.

About $54,000 in grant dollars has been given to schools in Will and Grundy counties over the last eight years for the construction of raised garden beds and greenhouses,

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and improvements to computer labs and land-and-animal lab facilities, Allen said. An additional $25,000 in community matching dollars helped pay for those projects, he said.

The Wilco Area Career Center plans to launch a new pre-veterinary science program with a $10,000 FCAE grant spread out over two years, he said.

Allen said he works closely with local schools in developing curriculum. But his position is at risk of being cut, as are the programs he helps create.

Exposure to ag careers

A cut to ag programs would mean fewer students being exposed to related careers, Grundy County Farm Bureau Manager Tasha Bunting said, even though Illinois is a leading state in agriculture-related industries. Ag-related jobs include food scientists, food packaging engineers, meat inspectors and process control technicians.

With so many career opportunities out there, exposure at a young age is key, she said.

“It really helps to shape and mold some of our youth who are thinking about a career in the ag industry,” she said.

Will County Farm Bureau Manager Mark Schneidewind said the loss of ag education funding is a “big concern.”

He said he is concerned about Rauner’s approach in erasing ag education as a line item and leaving it up to schools to decide where the money will go.

“I understand [the intent] but will that money go to agriculture?” he said.

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Since trustees received Daniels’ resignation notice March 18, Judy Mitchell, administrative services vice president, has been serving as interim president. Trustees plan to formally approve Mitchell for that role at the April 19 board meeting.

Mitchell’s formal appointment would occur sooner, but Board Chairman Robert Wunderlich said trustees Michael O’Connell and Patricia Deiters will be absent at Debra Tuesday’s meeting.

Daniels Wunderlich said the settlement agreement is a routine legal matter to take care of certain terms already in her contract.

This week, JJC spokeswoman Kelly Rohder said Mitchell is still in a preliminary phase of trying to grasp everything Daniels was working on before she left.

“We all feel very confident that this is something that’s manageable and we can come out of and flourish from,” Rohder said.

Daniels stated Monday in an email that she “brought the college as far as I can and I want to step aside so I can do other things.” She stated the board has been tumultuous, especially after three trustee resignations in two months last summer, and she hopes “this will allow them to come together for the college.”

Last year, trustees approved extending Daniels’ contract through 2018 and also approved a 2.2 percent increase to a salary that was $196,270 at the time. Wunderlich and O’Connell were absent for both votes.

Daniels was approved as president in December 2011, following a national search that lasted less than four months after former president Gena Proulx died in August of that year. JJC officials worked with the Association of Community College Trustees, which received $30,000, plus travel expenses.

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Trustees received proposals for the climate survey from the law firm and the ACCT for a comprehensive administrative review that included confidential interviews.

Trustees approved the survey at the Dec. 8 meeting, the same meeting that a request for proposal for legal services was approved. Wunderlich has said trustees dismissed the college’s previous attorneys, Robbins Schwartz, and are seeking new representation.

Robbins Schwartz was hired Oct. 8, 2013, after investigating JJC Police Chief Pete Comanda’s allegations against Daniels that she subjected him and others to a “hostile work environment.” The investigation concluded there was no evidence to establish Daniels engaged in harassment or violated the college’s workplace civility policy.

When asked if the decision to dismiss Robbins Schwartz was related to Daniels or her resignation, Wunderlich said no and that trustees were just not happy with the law firm’s performance.

Some past college officials thought highly of Daniels.

Former Board Chairman Jeff May – who resigned last year for health reasons – said Daniels was a great leader who was responsive to the board.

“She accomplished everything the board asked her to do, and I wish her the best of luck into the future,” he said.

Former trustee Susan Klen, who lost her seat in the April 2015 election, said Daniels had a hard job, but that she cut millions of dollars from the budget and protected taxpayers without harming the students or student services.

“The woman did an outstanding job.

It was a very tough job and now I feel like, because of politics, she has been completely abandoned,” Klen said.

Student Trustee Saleh Ruman said Daniels’ resignation was a surprise to him and other students. He said she successfully served the students and community.

When contacted by The Herald-News about Daniels’ resignation, JJC Faculty Union President Robert Marcink declined to comment.

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“I know these guys personally,” said Walters, associate pastor at Plainfield United Methodist Church. “They have a lot of life in them and are trying to make amends in any way they can.”

The belief in Jesus Christ and eternal life can be very deep for prisoners serving life sentences, he said.

“For a lot of us, it’s kind of a belief of ours that we think of in rational terms,” Walters said. “For these guys, the belief is so embedded in them. They have nothing else.

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Walters said some of the prisoners he’s met have faith in a way that is almost impossible for others to understand.

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He said those ideas would depend on board approval.

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Other ideas included the teachers potentially receiving a compensation of $10,000 each, allowing them to stay on the roster if they didn’t come back

The transition from darkness to light is symbolically portrayed at Easter Vigil Masses Saturday evenings, said the Rev. Peter Jankowski, pastor of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Joliet.

“We have to start the service in darkness,” Jankowski said, noting that start time is 8:30 p.m. “When we get to the point where we commemorate Jesus rising from the dead, we turn all the lights on.”

Jankowski said research showing people go to church less often than in past years suggests that faith in eternal life may not be strong in society.

“But even if we lose faith in God, God does not lose faith in us,” he said.

“The beauty of the faith is that even when people turn away because of whatever is going on today, God does not turn away from us.”

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TERRENCE L. BURNS SR. Terrence L. “Terry” Burns Sr., age 69, of New Lenox, passed away Friday, March 18, 2016, in Arizona.

Terry was born in Joliet to the late Edmund A. and Rita C. (nee O’Neill) Burns. Beloved husband of Margaret L. (nee Harbit); loving father of Terrence Jr. (Julisa), David (Emily) and Stephen; cherished grandfather of Oscar, Evan, Taylor, Ella and Jack; dear brother of the late Major Edmund Burns, the late Mary (the late Robert) Olson, the late Jerome Burns, the late Robert Burns, Barbara (James) Bertino, Rita (the late Irvin) Hahn, Susan (Thomas) Slingsby, John (Mary) Burns and William (Linda) Burns; fond uncle of many.

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Terry was a U.S. Army Vietnam veteran.

He was also an Electrician and a member of IBEW Local 176 for over 45 years. He was a member of New Lenox American Legion Post 1977 and New Lenox VFW Post 9545.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials in Terry’s name to St. Jude School, New Lenox or Ridgewood Baptist Church, Joliet Handicap Ramp Fund.

The family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 102 E. Francis Rd., New Lenox, on Monday,March 28, 2016, from 2 until 8 p.m. Everyone will meet on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at St. Jude Catholic Church, 241 W. Second Ave., New Lenox for Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m.

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Margarita Aguilera “Maggie,” age 88 years, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2016, while vacationing in San Salvador, El Salvador.

Born in Los Angeles, California, on June 6, 1927, the daughter of Martin and Josephine Aguiniaga.

She was retired from Rockdale Controls.

Member of the Joliet YMCA. Margarita enjoyed sewing, gardening and most especially spending time with all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by her husband, Mario Aguilera; a son, George Aguilera; her parents; and several brothers and sisters.

Survived by her children, Martin J. (Sylvia) Aguilera, Mario L. Aguilera Jr., Rebecca M. (Larry) Cross, Davy Aguilera, Alma R. (Pedro) Martinez, Edward Aguilera, Lily A. Nunez and Ruben (Veronica) Aguilera, Adam Aguilera, Tarra Aguilara (Eric) Jordan; a multitude of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a sister, Cecilia Gamez; numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services from the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home 2320 Black Road, Joliet on Tuesday March 29, 2016, at 9:30 am to St. Mary Nativity Church for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am. Interment

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EUGENE GRAF Eugene “Howard” Graf, age 90, of Hobart, Indiana, formerly of Joliet, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2016.

Howard was the beloved father of C. Diane (Don) Myron, Dennis (Nancy), Daniel (Lorie), Timothy (Sue) and the late Brian (Barbara) Graf; grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of 14.

Preceded in death by Edith Hope Graf and Ann Davis Graf; granddaughter, Melissa Graf; and great-granddaughters, Caitlyn Myron and Norah Myron.

Howard was a veteran of WWII, proudly serving in the U.S. Navy.

Visitation with the family will be held on Monday, March 28, 2016, at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 1313 Ridgewood Ave., Joliet, IL from 9 until 10 a.m., with a Mass of Christian Burial immediately following. Interment will be at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood.

View and/or sign Howard’s guestbook at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com.

Jacob McDannald, Derrick McDannald, Stephen McDannald, Hannah McDannald, Cooper McDannald, Scott Deja and Amanda Deja; and his 16 great-grandchildren brought him great joy. He is also survived by his siblings, Norbert Grote, Jack (Doreen) Grote, Jim (Mary Ann) Grote, Bill (Nancy) Grote, Ted (Peggy) Grote, Lorraine (Lyle) Vonnahme, Jeanette (John ) Rosener, Mary (Leonard) Sailer, Alice (John) Hamilton, Judy (Duane) Olberding, (Irma) Grote; numerous brothers and sisters-in-law; and hundreds of nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Colette (nee Schettler) Grote; his brothers, Paul Grote and Ralph Grote; and infant daughter, Evangeline Grote.

Funeral services for Leonard Grote will be held Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at 8:45 a.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington roads, Joliet to St. Mary’s Church in Minooka for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Minooka. Visitation Monday, 2 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

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

LEONARD L. GROTE Born: May 11, 1933 Died: March 25, 2016

Leonard L. Grote, age 82.

Born on May 11, 1933, in Mount Carmel, Iowa, and called up to our Lord on Friday, March 25, 2016, at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet. Len was a longtime resident of Minooka, Illinois and was an active member of St. Mary’s Church. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus.

Loving husband of Joyce (nee Whited) Grote; adoring father of Tamara Burke, Candace Pryor (Tim), Belinda Grote (Ray Fonck), Lawrence (Aracely) Grote, Gretchen (David) Mayall, Jennifer (Donald) McDannald and Alexandra “Sandy” (David) Deja. Len thoroughly enjoyed being a grandfather to Stephanie Burke, Nicholas Burke, Jacob (Mandy) Burke, Douglas (Jennifer) Pryor, Aaron Pryor, Chaley Pryor, Tiffani (John) Beekman, Andre (Elise) Morgan, Naomi Huston (Tyler), Evangeline Stephenson, Sarina (Ryan) Cushing, Arick Stephenson, Tristan Mayall,

grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

His two sisters, Pauline (Ralph) Swanson and Patsy M (Ronald-deceased) Casson. Along with his sister-in-law, Marguerite Seil; and two brothers-in-law, Michael Ganster and Frank Kucer.

Numerous nieces and nephews also mourn him.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Louise (Ganster) Hornbuckle in 1998; his parents, Audie Earl Hornbuckle, Thelma Lucille (Jordan) Hornbuckle Lucca; his infant sister, Delores Hornbuckle.

Robert & Mary married on Aug. 4, 1950, and had nearly 48 years together. They both grew up in Lockport, but moved to Arizona in 1973.

Robert enjoyed fishing, hunting, archery tournaments with his grandson Jeremy, but mostly enjoyed hiking/camping trips where he was almost always the camp cook. He really loved hiking the mountains and trails in Arizona, especially to Reavis Ranch which he did multiple times. He was proud of the time he spent with The Mounted Pinal County Search and Rescue Team, searching for people who had become lost in the desert.

Robert has so many memories and stories that at the urging of his daughter Peggy, he started writing and sending them to his children. Robert was a loving father, husband, brother and friend to many.

As were his wishes, he was awarded cremation rites. Memorial services will be held at a later date in both Arizona and Illinois.

MARGARET J. HURLEY ROBERT E. HORNBUCKLE SR. Robert E. “Grizzly” Hornbuckle Sr., age 85, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, March 14, 2016, at Serenity Center in Phoenix, Arizona.

Robert had been in declining health for a couple of years.

Robert leaves to mourn, his four children, Peggy L. (George) Young of Plainfield, Kathleen M. Hornbuckle of Waukegan, Robert E. (Linda) Hornbuckle Jr. of St. Joseph, MI, and Carol E. (Joseph) Carletto, of Goodyear, AZ. His grandchildren, Kelly M. Kurzinski, Brette A. Cooper, Matthew J. Hornbuckle, Robert A. Hornbuckle, Crystal Starner, Lisa Sands, Michelle A. Sanchez, Jeremy Carletto & Michael Carletto. His 21

Margaret J. Hurley (nee Goewey), age 84, of Shorewood. The angels came and called Margaret Home on March 21, 2016, at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home with her loving family

by her side.

Born in 1931 in Chicago, to Arthur and Margaret (nee Stance) Goewey.

Survived by her children, Thomas (Jyme) of Shorewood, Judy Hurley of Chandler, AZ, Timothy, Karen and Robert Hurley of Shorewood; grandchildren, Kelley (Luis) Haussmann, Thomas Jr. (Christina), Kevin (Amanda), Ryan and Justin Hurley; and eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Arthur Goewey and Michael (Catherine) Goewey. Also survived by her fond sister-in-law, Eileen Hurley-Lightell; and her special friend, Bill Kalchbrenner, who lovingly

referred to her as his “sweetheart.”

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home in Margaret’s name would be appreciated.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at a later time. Inurnment will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Park I.

GUYZELLE A. JONES Guyzelle A. Jones, age 76, died Tuesday March 22, 2016 at Presence St. Joseph Hospital. Born in Joliet, she was a Joliet Township High Schools Class of 1957 Graduate.

She was a member of the first African American Girl Scout Troop in Will County, the American Business Women’s Association, the Black Business Woman’s Association and the Sojourner Truth Club. She retired from Lucent Technology in 2000.

Preceded in death by her husband, Eddie; her parents; one son; one daughter; and two sisters.

Guyzelle is survived by her son, Louis (Teresa) Jones of Joliet; two daughters, Renee (Felix) Hall and Kimberly Jones, both of Joliet; 15 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one brother, Ronald (Delois) Jenkins of Elwood; nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends also survive.

Funeral Services will be 11 a.m., Monday, March 28, 2016 at Mount Olive Baptist Church, 1710 Carey Street, Joliet, Illinois 60433. Visitation from 10 until 11 a.m. Interment at Elmhurst Cemetery, 1212 East Washington Street, Joliet, Illinois 60433. Rev. Dr. Angelo Hill, officiating.

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JEANETTE A. JOSTAK Born: Dec. 11, 1938 Died: March 26, 2016

Jeanette A. Jostak, (nee Nelson), age 77, years, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2016, at Presence St. Joseph’s Medical Center. Born in Chicago on Dec. 11, 1938, and living in Joliet most of her life.

Preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Elsie Nelson; and her brother, James Nelson.

Survived by her husband of 57 years, Jerry Jostak; three children, David (Regina Frias) Jostak, Terri (Jack) Darin and Jackie (Jerry) Johnson; six grandchildren, Jack Darin, Danielle (George) Meintanis and David (Val) Darin, Melissa, Tiffany and Nicole Johnson; four great-grandchildren; one sister, Judith (Ronald) Sanders; one sister-in-law, Janet Nelson and numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held from the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home 2320 Black Road on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at 9:15 a.m. to Holy Family Catholic Church for mass at 10 a.m. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park I. Visitation at the funeral home on Monday, March 28, 2016, from 3 to 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital would be appreciated.

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Preceded in death by her dearly loved parents, Lee and Lucinda (nee Patterson) Long; beloved brother, Robert Long (2012); and cherished granddaughter, Nancy “Katie” Martin (2014).

Nannette was a longtime employee at Exxon Mobil, a place she truly enjoyed working. She was a strong, supportive woman both to her family and friends. She was a beautiful wife, mother, sister and friend. Her presence will be greatly missed.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Nannette’s name to SouthField Church of Channahon, First Baptist Church of Channahon, or St. George Serbian Orthodox Church of Joliet, would be greatly appreciated.

Funeral Services for Nannette will begin on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, with a visitation from 9 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 10 a.m. at SouthField Church, 24557 W. Eames St, Channahon, IL 60410. Interment to follow at Abraham Lincoln Nation Cemetery in Elwood.

Visitation will be Monday, March 28, 2016, from 2 to 8 p.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL 60435.

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NANNETTE J. KONJEVICH Nannette J. Konjevich (nee Long), age 75, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, March 23, 2016.

Nannette is survived by her beloved husband of 48 years, Donald Konjevich; loving daughter, Karla (Kelly) Martin; loving son, Matthew (Connie) Konjevich; dear siblings, Charlotte (Ronald) Johnson and James (Judy) Long; cherished grandchildren, Kraig (Jenna) Martin, Blair, Emma and Andrew Konjevich; cherished great-granddaughter, Kendall Martin; dear sister-in-law, Linda (the late Robert) Long; as well as numerous, nieces, nephews and

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Judith Ann McDonnell (nee Bruscino) “Judy,” age 75, of Channahon, and formerly of New York, and Park Forest, passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016.

Beloved wife of 48 years to Joseph “Deacon Joe” McDonnell of Channahon; loving mother of Claire (Steve) Grad, Rosemary McDonnell (Christie Collins) and Aimee (Mike) Byrne.

Proud and devoted grandmother of Mikayla and Isabel, Julianna and Samantha. Dear sister of Jeanne (Ed) Delaney and the late Jim (Liliane) Bruscino. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

All friends and relatives are invited to gather Saturday, April 2, 2016 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 600 N. Brookforest Drive, Shorewood, from 9:30 a.m. until a Memorial Mass is celebrated at 10 a.m. Inurnment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, Minooka.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name can be made to South Suburban Humane Society,

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For information, 815-741-5500 or to view a complete obituary, visit her Book of Memories at www.fredcdames.com.

BONNIE S. POSEY Bonnie S. Posey, nee Jungles, age 60, passed away March 19, 2016, with her family at her side. Bonnie loved animals, especially dogs. She also enjoyed the outdoors and gardening.

Preceeded in death by her father, Harry J. Jungles.

Survived by her mother, Esther, nee Zolecki, Jungles; her sister, Carolyn M. (Wayne) Carlson; her brother, Richard “Byrd” (Patricia) Jungles; her Godchildren, Michelle, nee Carlson, Junod, Jamie Jungles and Zane VonRox; and numerous nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Funeral services Wednesday, March 30, 2016, 9:30 a.m. from Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. 108 Illinois St. Lemont to St. Alphonsus Church for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment St. Alphonsus Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, March 29, 2016, from 3 to 8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to A.S.P.C.A. www.aspca.org or in Bonnie’s name to a charity of your choice that benefits animals.

Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. 630-257-6363 or www.markiewiczfh.com.

DOROTHY L. RIBLON Dorothy L. Riblon, Nee: Scheefeldt, age 100, passed away Saturday March, 26, 2016, at the Mother Theresa Home in Lemont.

Survived by one son, Edward (Catherine Gierman) Riblon; two daughters, Cheryl Williams and Patricia (Steven) Dagdigian; one grandson, Matthew A. (Sarah) Riblon; two stepgranddaughters, Jennifer (David) Eulberg and Rachel (Matthew) Vella; two great-grandchildren, Brooklyn Riblon

and Anna Eulberg; one nephew, Emery (Nancy) Subar Jr. Preceded in death by her husband, Edward Riblon; father, Renald Scheefeldt; Adeline (Schwab) Borchert; stepfather, Wiley Borchert; son-in-law, Edward Williams; three sisters, Evelyn Subar, Ethel Scheefeldt and Maude Olroyd.

Born in Minooka, living in Joliet most of her life. Dorothy was a crossing guard at Sheridan School for many years. She volunteered at the Will County Senior Service Center and the Rialto Square Theatre. Dorothy loved to travel.

Funeral Services will be held, Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the Blackburn-Giegerich-Sonntag Funeral Home. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Visitation Tuesday morning, 9 a.m. until time of services.

In lieu of flowers memorials to the Will County Senior Service Center would be appreciated.

SR. M. JOSEPHINE ROSENKRANZ, OSF Sr. M. Josephine Rosenkranz, OSF, passed away March 23, 2016. Sister entered the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart in 1954, making final profession of vows in 1960. She ministered for 29 years as an elementary teacher and 28 years as a bookkeeper for the congregation. Beloved for her generous, joyful spirit and known for her bakery at the Sisters’ annual garage sale.

Survived by sisters, Joyce and Jean; brothers-in law, Allen Scherer and Donald Kaszynski; 8 nieces and nephews, 11 great nieces and nephews, several great-great nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by parents, Louise (Pelko) and Bernard Rosenkranz; nephew, Mark Kaszynski.

Arrangements on March 28, 2016, Visitation 2 to 6 p.m. with Wake Service at 4 p.m. Mass at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Woods, 9201 W. St. Francis Road, Frankfort. On March 29, 2016, Cemetery Service at 10 a.m. Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, Romeoville.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Franciscan Sisters.

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OBITUARIES GARY KENNETH SERENO

Born: Feb. 18, 1953; in Morris Died: March 18, 2016; in Orlando FL

years. He was a graduate of Chaney-Monge grade school and Lockport Township Class of 1979.

Visitation will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home, 2320 Black Road on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, from 3 to 7 p.m. Memorial services will begin following the visitation at 7 p.m. In Bob’s honor please wear your favorite sports attire.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Heart Association would be appreciated.

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ROBERT K. SHOOP Robert K. Shoop, age 54 years, passed away unexpectedly on March 23, 2016, at his home in Shorewood.

Robert is survived by his son, Ryan M. Shoop of Joliet; his love, Rheta Murdaugh; mother, Virginia (Skroko) Shoop of Crest Hill; sister, Cheryl (Steven) Farny of Conroe, Texas; brother, Thomas (Gina) Shoop of Crest Hill.; one niece; several nephews; and many special cousins also survive.

Preceded in death by his father, Robert H. Shoop.

Robert was a lifelong avid White Sox fan.

He will be watching his 31st consecutive Opening Day from the best seat in the house.

He was employed at Exxon Mobil for over 20

JUDITH A. STAMM Born: Dec. 20, 1942 Died: March 26, 2016

Judith A. Stamm “Judy,” Nee: Pappas, 73 years old, passed away at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home.

Survived by her husband of 52 years, Arthur “Art” Stamm, whom she started dating his second day of high school; her children, Douglas (Christine Sorna) Stamm and Karen (Paul) Drew; three grandchildren, Phillip Stamm and Allison and Stacy Drew; a brother, Nicholas (Cindy) Pappas; and numerous nieces, nephews, other family and close friends.

Preceded in death by her parents, Nicholas and Helen (Flanders) Pappas; sister, Jane Karges; in-laws, Phillip and Vivian (Steinquist) Stamm; and brother-in-law, Bernard Stamm.

Judy was a graduate of Joliet Township High School. Employed as a legal secretary for several years until she stayed at home to raise her family. Returning to working when Walmart opened in Joliet and later at the Empress River Casino, at which she was a part of the start-up force at both places.

Judy was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and a good friend to many. She adored her grandchildren. She enjoyed listening to music and watching the Cubs and Yankees.

The family would like to express a heartfelt Thank You to Joliet Area Community Hospice for the excellent care they provided.

Per Judith’s wishes, no visitation will be held. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, March 30, 2016, at 11 a.m. at St. Bernard Catholic Church, Joliet, followed by interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her name to St. Bernard Church or Joliet Area Community Hospice would be appreciated.

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Gary Kenneth Sereno, 63, passed away March 18, 2016, in Orlando, FL. Born in Morris, Feb. 18, 1953, he was the son of Kenneth and Joan Sereno.

Gary graduated from Morris High School with the class of 1971, he was active in the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. He received the Order of the Arrow and was a lifeguard during summers at the Rainbow Council Boy Scout camp in Morris. He enjoyed music, especially playing his guitar and drums. He was employed with his father as Sale Manager at Sereno’s Ace Hardware and then as manager of the Lawn Equipment Dept. Gary and his family had resided in Gooselake.

After moving to Florida he enjoyed his water sports and continued with his music. Gary was regional manager of Wel-Co Diamond Tove Corporation in Tampa, FL. He is survived by his parents; his wife, Karen (Mulder) Sereno; daughters, Jayme (Jim) Muser, Kristi (Dustin) House; granddaughters, Ellyot and Evelyn Muser.

It was Gary’s wishes to be cremated in Florida. A memorial service will be held on March 29, 2016, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the U.C. Davis-Callahan Funeral Home located at 301 W. Washington Street in Morris. Enhanced video tributes will be played during the visita-

tion. A Celebration of Gary’s Life will follow at 7 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Roy Backus officiating.

Memorials may be made in Gary’s name to the Grundy Community Volunteer Hospice.

Arrangements have been entrusted with U.C. Davis-Callahan Funeral Home, 301 W. Washington Street, Morris, Illinois.

For further information visit the website at www.ucdaviscallahan.com or contact the funeral home at 815-942-0084. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting our website.

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ADRIENNE T. STEVAK Born: Nov. 5, 1936; in Chicago Died: March 15, 2016; in Joliet

Adrienne T. Stevak (nee Nelson), age 79, of Shorewood, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 15, 2016, at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home after a weekend surrounded

by her family.

She was born Nov. 5, 1936, in Chicago, to the late Stanford and Florence (nee Kacha) Nelson. She grew up in Cicero, graduated from Morton East High School, and worked as a secretary at the Burlington and Quincy Railroad.

Adrienne met the love of her life, Edwin, on the train to work, and shared 52 wonderful years of marriage together. She delighted in spending time with family and friends. An active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church for 38 years, Adrienne was a special person, compassionate, kind and fiercely loyal, and will be sorely missed.

Adrienne was the loving mother of Lisa and Mark; caring grandmother of Joshua, Julia and Nicholas; fond sister of Geraldine (Don) and Carl; and aunt of many.

Memorial services will be held at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1910 Black Road, Saturday, April 2, 2016, at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Our Savior Lutheran Church or Joliet Area Community Hospice will be appreciated.

Visitation will be held Saturday morning at Our Savior Lutheran Church from 10 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m.

NICOLE K. STEWART

Born: Dec. 25, 1977; in Joliet Died: March 19, 2016; in Chicago Nicole K. Stewart, age 38.

At rest March 19, 2016, at St. Anthony Hospital, Chicago, surrounded by her family.

Born Dec. 25, 1977, in Joliet, to Robert and Patricia (nee McCarthy) Stewart.

Survived by her father, Robert C. Stewart of Joliet; one son, Devon Stewart; one grandson, Sam; brothers, Kyle and Cory Stewart, and nieces, Elyssa and Katelyn.

Preceded in death by her mother, Patricia Stewart; grandparents, Charles and Juanita Stewart and Leo and Kay McCarthy; and uncle, Mike McCarthy.

Visitation for Nicole Stewart will be held Monday, March 28, 2016, from 4 to 6 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 6 p.m. at Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington roads, Joliet. Cremation Rites have been accorded.

In lieu of flowers, donations to her son would be appreciated.

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

NORMAN E. WIETTING SR.

Born: Jan. 22, 1925 Died: March 22, 2016

Norman E. Wietting Sr. passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2016. Born in Joliet, the son of Edward and Helen Wietting.

He is survived by his six sons, John (Heidi), Leonard (Karen), Norman Jr. (Suzanne), William (Kathy), Bruce (Karen) and Paul (Cheri) Wietting; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; two brothers, George (Nevada), David (Cookie), sister-in-law, Roselyn; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife of 62 years, Alice, in 2008; his brothers, LaVerne and Robert (Grace); and his sister, Dorothy (Marvin).

Norman was a lifelong member of St Peter’s Lutheran Church in Joliet. He and Alice resided in East Peoria for 30 years, where they enjoyed gardening, ceramics and square dancing. Moving back to this area in 2008, Norman resided at Willow Falls.

The family would like to express a special thanks to the staff at The Inn for the care he received the past 2 years and also the staff at Sunny Hill for the past few weeks.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 310 N. Broadway, at 10:30 a.m., Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Visitation from 9:30 until 10:30 a.m.

Arrangements by Blackburn-Giegerich-Sonntag Funeral Home.

Dawn Shepardson); two daughters, Ginny (Bob) Babecki, Peggy (Gary) Medlyn; one sister, Ida Nelson; also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceded in death by his loving wife, Virginia (2000); daughter, Luanne Groeschel (1993); infant grandson, Bruce Wilda (1975); and grandson, Patrick Wilda (2015); parents, Richard and Amanda (nee Kettwig) Wilda; two sisters, Elaine Dearie, Josephine Kinzler; seven brothers, Richard (Earl), Paul, Norbert, Donald, Lawrence, Bernard and Ralph.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Joliet Area Community Hospice or National Kidney Foundation in Raymond’s name would be appreciated.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Robert W. Schubert for the excellent care provided.

A Celebration of Raymond’s life will begin on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, with a visitation from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass of Christian Burial to be held at 10 a.m. at St. Jude Catholic Church, 2212 McDonough St., Joliet. There will be NO services held at the funeral home. Per Raymond’s wishes cremation rites have been accorded.

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Raymond J. Wilda, age 85, of Joliet, passed away Friday, March 25, 2016, at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home after a brief battle with kidney disease.

Survived by his four sons, Mike (Karen), Pat (Kathy), Dan (Sue), Steve (fiancée

Maurice Sullins Happy Birthday to our loved one you passed away in 1995.

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Garry Shandling dies at 66; fellow comedians laud his genius

By ANTHONY McCARTNEY The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES – While Garry Shandling’s fellow comedians fought to host a late-night show, he brushed away the prospect.

“I would not do a show where you just sit and talk to somebody,” the humorist said in 1993 when he was courted

by NBC to succeed David Letterman on “Late Night.”

He’d blown up the format with “The Larry Sanders Show,” the HBO series about the making of a fictional talk show that drew on his own neurotic self-absorption – and that of Hollywood

– for exquisite satire.

Doctors said that Shandling, 66, died Thursday of an apparent heart attack, according to Alan Nierob, his spokesman. Shandling, who was taken to a hospital after paramedics were dispatched to his Brentwood home, had no history of heart trouble, Nierob said.

His death prompted an outpouring of respect and affection from the comedy community.

“Garry Shandling was one of the most brilliant people I have ever known,” Billy Crystal tweeted. Steve Martin lauded Shandling’s “beautifully unpredictable mind” in a Twitter post.

Born on Nov. 29, 1949, in Chicago,

Shandling was raised in Tucson, Arizona. On arriving in Los Angeles as a young adult, it was a short hop from a brief stint in the advertising business to comedy writing and stand-up.

Then in the 1980s, he began to experiment with TV comedy, and to toy with the sitcom form, with his first series, “It’s Garry Shandling’s Show,” a Showtime project that made no bones about its inherently artificial nature: The actors in this otherwise standard domestic comedy routinely broke the fourth wall. Then, in August 1992, Shandling created for HBO his comic masterpiece with “The Larry Sanders Show,” which starred him as an egomaniacal

late-night TV host with an angst-ridden show-biz life behind the scenes.

It was just three months after Johnny Carson had retired from “The Tonight Show,” where Shandling had appeared as a stand-up and occasional Carson stand-in. It seemed a wry but deeply felt homage to the King of Late Night.

But it was more. “Larry Sanders” proved to be an act of courage, a brave effort led by someone portraying a character dangerously close to himself. As Larry, Shandling dug deep to confront his own demons, and did it brilliantly as the series teetered between dual realities: public and private; make-believe and painfully true.

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Ill. firm donated to official as it sought new contract

BELLEVILLE – State records show the owners of a company hired to post election results online for St. Clair County made CHICAGO – A judge has discampaign contributions to a missed a lawsuit filed by the son former county clerk. Donations of late Illinois Comptroller Judy included one just days before Baar Topinka that accused her the contract renewal was to be former chief of staff of impropconsidered. erly using leftover campaign The Belleville News-Democrat money he sought for himself. reported that Platinum TechAccording to the State Journology Resource of St. Charles nal-Register in Springfield, Cook donated $200 to then-clerk County Judge Anna DemacoBob Delaney in 2013.

Days later, poulos on Thursday dismissed the company sought contract the lawsuit and ruled Joseph Baar Topinka had no right to the renewal. The county board approved it. $341,618 he sought.

Company owner Mary Pat He had accused Nancy Kimme Bennett’s family donated more of spending money from the fund. than $3,000 to Delaney over a She has denied that, calling the period of years. lawsuit dishonest.

The no-bid contract pays the Topinka had argued that company $826,560. The compamoney in the account before a ny’s website crashed for hours 1998 change in state law should during the March 15 election. be part of Judy Baar Topinka’s Delaney and Bennet declined estate and go to him. comment.

Delaney resigned in The judge ruled that Judy Baar 2013.

Topinka wanted the money to go to a local Republican Party group.

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Restaurant workers to join Chicago Teachers Union’s strike

CHICAGO – Fast-food workers organized by the Fight for $15 group said they will join the Chicago Teachers Union when its members shut down schools April 1.

Fight for $15 organizers said planning is still underway and it hasn’t been determined how many workers or restaurants will be involved.

The Fight for $15 campaign has held several strikes in Chicago since its launch in 2012. Members demand a $15 wage and union rights in order to end their reliance on food stamps and other public assistance programs.

Teachers voted Wednesday to walk off the job April 1 and close down the schools for the day in a battle with district officials over funding and a new contract. The

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Grover Cleveland $1,000 bill among items in state auction

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois treasurer’s office will have a weeklong online auction of unclaimed items, including an O.J. Simpson football trading card, a $1,000 bill with the face of Grover Cleveland, and gold Krugerrands.

They are among 12,600 items worth $57,000 up for grabs in the auction that begins Monday and runs through April 1.

The unclaimed property was turned over to the state treasurer’s office after sitting untouched in safe deposit boxes or storage units for five years. Treasury Department spokesman Greg Rivara said in each case, companies such as banks, insurance companies and brokerage firms could not track down the property owners.

– Wire reports

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People line up to vote in the primary March 15 at a precinct in Bradfordton. Illinois lawmakers’ budget fight is delaying parts of a new election law. That’s leading officials to warn of long lines, fewer safeguards against voter fraud and other costly headaches in November.

Budget mess could mean long lines, headaches on Election Day The ASSOCIATED PRESS CHICAGO – A sweeping new election law that was intended to increase voter turnout in time for the presidential contest and a critical U.S. Senate race may instead cause greater frustration among voters due to Illinois lawmakers’ inability to agree on a budget, with officials warning of possible long lines, fewer safeguards against voter fraud and other costly headaches come November.

The bill, pushed through the Legislature in the final weeks of Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn’s term, required several changes that traditionally benefit Democrats, such as same-day voter registration and expanded early voting.

While those pieces of the law will be in place come Nov. 8, some local election officials say they’ve stuck with the bill for additional equipment and staffing. And the nearly $4 million state election officials said they’d need in the first two years for other changes wasn’t ap-

proved by the Legislature.

The standoff between Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner and majority Democrats over the state budget – now approaching its 10th month – has only made matters worse by delaying an overhaul of the state’s voter registration system and data updates that are critical to cleaning up the list of eligible voters.

“This will have consequences on all the election officials in the state, all the county clerks,” said Cook County Clerk David Orr, who advocated for the law. “But the worst part is it has negative consequences on the voters.”

Without the needed funding, state election officials will likely miss critical deadlines, including one to alert more than 2 million people who are eligible to vote but are not registered how they can do so. Three contractors tasked with updating Illinois’ voter registration database haven’t been paid since July 1. They’ve continued to come to work, but “that could change at any moment,” said Kevin Turner, director of in-

formation technology for the Illinois State Board of Elections.

The state also needs money to fully participate in a national information exchange aimed at identifying people who should no longer be on the state’s voter rolls (registered in other states or died outside of Illinois) and to notify local election officials of people who have moved.

All of that could cause unnecessary delays at the polls while election judges register new voters or update registrations – a process that takes 10 to 15 minutes per person.

It also will make the job of cleaning up voter rolls far more difficult. That particularly angers Republicans, who questioned whether the move by Illinois Democrats was politically motivated, given that the U.S. Senate race between Republican Mark Kirk and Democrat U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth could help decide which party controls the chamber.

“That’s the most important part of the whole thing,” Kane County Clerk Jack Cunningham said.

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NATION & WORLD BRIEFS Easter delivery: Cargo ship Francis entered the silent and darkened basilica with just a arrives at space station CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – The six astronauts at the International Space Station got an early Easter treat with the arrival of a supply ship full of fresh food and experiments. Instead of the usual bunny, Saturday’s delivery came via a swan – Orbital ATK’s Cygnus capsule, named after the swan constellation. The cargo carrier rocketed away Tuesday night from Cape Canaveral, Florida.

It’s the first of three shipments coming up in quick succession.

The newly arrived Cygnus holds nearly 8,000 pounds of groceries, equipment and experiments. Among the newfangled research: robotic grippers modeled after geckos’ feet and the ingredients for a large-scale, controlled fire. Orbital ATK hints Easter eggs may also be on board.

single candle guiding him at the start of the vigil. As he reached the altar, the basilica’s floodlights flipped on in a symbolic show of light after the darkness of Good Friday, which recalls Jesus’ death.

In his homily, Francis said the hope that Easter brings is a lesson for the Christian faithful to cast aside the pessimism that can “imprison” people inside of themselves.

“Today is the celebration of our hope,” he said. “It is so necessary today.” The Easter message recalling Christ’s resurrection, “awakens and resurrects hope in hearts burdened by sadness,” he said.

Threats continue following wildlife refuge takeover

SALEM, Ore. – Officials said threats against police and public After bleak week, the pope officials that started within hours of the Jan. 26 death of ranching offers Easter message standoff leader Robert “LaVoy” VATICAN CITY – Pope FranFinicum have continued. cis concluded a bleak week in The Oregonian reported one Europe with a message of hope anonymous caller threatened to during an Easter Vigil service kill Gov. Kate Brown on the day Saturday, saying darkness Finicum died. and fear must not prevail and Earlier this month, authorities “imprison” the world with documented up to 80 threats pessimism.

Francis’ call to hope on the eve against police officers and others.

Finicum was shot by state of the most joyful celebration in troopers as he tried to evade the Christian calendar conarrest. He and others were part trasted sharply with his sharp condemnation in recent days of of the takeover of the Malheur the attacks in Belgium and else- National Wildlife Refuge.

– Wire reports where by Islamic extremists.

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People line up on the stairs at Garfield High School as they wait to check in for a Democratic caucus Saturday in Seattle. Democrats caucused statewide in support of either Hillary Clinton or Bernie Sanders.

Sanders wins primary caucuses in Alaska, Wash.

The ASSOCIATED PRESS

WASHINGTON – Bernie Sanders scored a duo of wins in Western caucus contests Saturday, giving a powerful psychological boost to his supporters but doing little to move him closer to securing the Democratic nomination.

While results in Washington and Alaska barely dented Hillary Clinton’s significant delegate lead, Sanders’ wins underscored her persistent vulnerabilities within her own party, particularly with young voters and liberal activists who have been inspired by her rival’s unapologetically liberal message.

The two Democrats were also competing in Hawaii.

In an interview with The Associated Press, Sanders cast his performance as part of a Western comeback, saying he expects to close the delegate gap with Clinton as the contest moves to the more liberal northeastern states, including her home state of New York. He also said his campaign is increasing its outreach to superdelegates, the party insiders who can pick either candidate, and are overwhelmingly with Clin-

ton.

“The Deep South is a very conservative part of the country,” he said. “Now that we’re heading into a progressive part of the country, we expect to do much better.”

He added: “There is a path to victory.” With Clinton far in front, however, it is a difficult path.

Clinton anticipated the losses: She barely cam paigned in the three states, making just one day of stops in Washington state, and was spending the Easter weekend with her family.

She is turning her focus to the April 19 contest in New York, seeking to win a large share of the delegates at stake and to avoid the blow of losing to Sanders in a state she represented in the Senate. She is trying to lock up an even larger share of delegates in five Northeastern contests a week later, hoping to deliver a big enough haul to unify the Democratic Party and regulate Sanders to little more than a protest candidate.

Sanders, who’s found some success in the industrial Midwest, wants to leverage his fiery arguments against freetrade and working-class sup-

port into an April 5 victory in delegate-rich Wisconsin. He also plans to compete fiercely in New York and is pushing for the party to schedule a debate in the state, saying in the interview that it would be “really absurd” if one did not take place.

After Sanders’ two wins on Saturday, Clinton held a delegate lead of 1,228 to 947 over Sanders, according to an Associated Press analysis, an advantage that expands to 1,697-976 once the superdelegates are included. It takes 2,383 delegates to win.

Based on the AP count, Sanders still needs to win 58 percent of the remaining delegates from primaries and caucuses to have a majority of those delegates by June’s end.

His bar is even higher when the party officials are considered. He needs to win more than 67 percent of the remaining delegates overall – from primaries, caucuses and the ranks of uncommitted superdelegates – to prevail.

He was unlikely to emerge from his Saturday sweep with significantly more delegates, winning at least 27 delegates to Clinton’s five for the day after his Washington victory.

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with the aging Castro.

In the days ahead, however, that public spotlight will dim, giving Castro an opening to return to business as usual should he so choose. Although he’s taking modest steps to open up Cuba’s economy and relax certain social restrictions, there still are no indications Castro plans to make any of the changes to Cuba’s single-party system that Obama advocated.

Raul Castro “We will continue to speak out loudly on the things that we care about,” Obama said near the end of his visit.

Central to Obama’s strategy is to raise the Cuban people’s expectations, driving up pressure on Castro’s government to accelerate the pace of change.

Wary Cuban officials have picked up on the tactic, with some regarding Obama’s entreaties as a post-Cold War attempt to coerce Cuba with diplomacy instead of the threat of force.

Ahead of his trip, Obama’s aides said a key goal was to make his

rapprochement with Cuba irreversible. He left the island with plenty of indications that tipping point could be in sight.

Soon, as many of 110 commercial flights between the U.S. and Cuba will take off daily, bringing millions of Americans to the country and further exposing Cubans to the outside world.

With Americans hungry for a taste of Havana, Obama is banking on the notion that it will be incredibly unpopular for the next president to tell them to cancel their vacations.

Famed U.S. hotel chains Starwood and Marriott are poised to take over hotels in Cuba after striking deals with Havana and getting permission from Washington, and Google is making a major play on the island as well. Brian Chesky, CEO of online lodging service Airbnb, told reporters in Havana that Cuba is his company’s fastest-growing market.

“There comes a point where reversing it will seem like a very crazy idea,” said former Commerce Secretary Carlos Gutierrez, a Republican who left Cuba as an exile at age six. “I think we’re just about at that stage.”

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tired to southwest France in recent years.

BRUSSELS – Victims of the attacks “He was a loving father and an on Brussels’ airport and subway in- adored grandfather,” she said, asking cluded commuters heading to work for his family members to be given and travelers setting off on long-antic- privacy. “We need to rest.” ipated vacations. In a city that’s home to international institutions, includ- Justin Shults ing the European Union and NATO, A missing Tennessee man has been they came from Belgium and around identified as a victim in the Brussels the world. Among the confirmed dead: airport attack, according to his employer. Justin Shults, 30, and his wife Gigi Adam Stephanie Shults, had not been seen Gigi Adam said her 79-year-old since Tuesday. She remains missing. father Andre Adam died trying to Shults’ employer, Clarcor, which protect his wife during the attack on manufactures filtration systems and Brussels Airport. Adam was a retired packaging materials, said in a post on Belgian diplomat who had served as its website Saturday that he died in his country’s ambassador to Cuba, the the bombing.

United States, the United Nations and Shults, originally from Gatlinburg, other countries.

Tennessee, and his wife, a Lexington, “His death has wounded us all for- Kentucky, native, both graduated from ever,” Gigi Adam wrote on Facebook. Vanderbilt University’s Owen Gradu“All his life he had worked towards ate School of Management. They were the peaceful resolution of conflict in dropping Stephanie’s mother off at the the world.” airport and were watching her walk She described her late father as “a through security when the bombs cultured and cheerful man” who had went off, a family member said. met his future wife – “the love of his life” – on his posting to Cuba in the Patricia Rizzo early 1960s. She said on Facebook that Patricia Rizzo’s family hails from her mother had been hospitalized af- a tiny town in Sicily, but she was as ter the attack. broadly European as they come.

Gigi Adam said her parents had reBorn in Belgium to a family orig-

inally from Calascibetta, near Enna, Sicily, Rizzo graduated from a Belgian university and worked for several Belgian companies as an executive secretary before joining European institutions in 1995.

The Italian Foreign Ministry confirmed Friday that Rizzo, 48, was among the dead from the attack on the Brussels subway at Maelbeek.

Rizzo moved back to Italy from 2003 to 2008 to work as the assistant to the executive director of the European Food Safety Authority.

In 2008, she was named human resources assistant for the EU’s education and culture agency in Brussels and for the past five months had worked in the human resources department of the European Research Council.

The Research Council said Rizzo is survived by a son and her parents.

The blast killed her and left her husband, Lars Waetzmann, among the 270 wounded in Brussels.

Her final post on Facebook came right after the November extremist assaults on Paris. It said: “Pray for Paris.” Other pictures show her and her husband in romantic seaside settings with the inscription: “Love of my life.”

Elita Borbor Weah

Elita Borbor Weah, who was heading to Rhode Island for her stepfather’s funeral, had texted family members a photo of herself Tuesday at Brussels Airport. A short time later, two suicide bombers struck the airport, leaving Weah among their victims.

The 40-year-old had been living in the Netherlands with her 13-year-old daughter after her extended family from Liberia had dispersed across West Africa, Europe and the U.S. following Liberia’s civil wars.

Jennifer Scintu Waetzmann Her brother Oscar Weah of ProvJennifer Scintu Waetzmann was a coach for a youth handball club in idence, Rhode Island, was shaking and in tears Friday as he described Aachen, Germany.

Her uncle, Claudio Scinto, told the how his older sister helped care for German newspaper Bild she and her him over the years. Now, in addition husband were checking in Tuesday to holding a funeral for her 87-yearmorning at Brussels Airport en route old stepfather, the family was making to a belated honeymoon in New York arrangements to care for her teenage daughter. when the first bomb exploded.

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WASHINGTON – For a few short days, President Barack Obama was America’s man in Havana, his challenges to President Raul Castro stunning Cuban citizens who mused openly in the streets about the possibility of political change.

Obama’s public call for a more democratic Cuban future marked a watershed moment in a country where questioning the government’s authority is not tolerated. Decades of bitterness between leaders seemed to fade as Obama and Castro laughed it up at a baseball game. U.S. businesses were flocking in droves, touting new approval to bring Americans and their dollars to Cuba.

As Obama’s aides jubilantly boarded Air Force One, Castro showed up on the tarmac to see Obama off. The White House saw it as an affirmation that the visit was a success, even by Castro’s admittedly different standards.

Yet a key question remained unanswered after Obama departed the communist island: How much of it will last?

“We shouldn’t kid ourselves that they’re going to all of a sudden tolerate dissent,” said Michael Posner, Obama’s former assistant secretary of state for human rights and democracy. “This is a very ostracized regime.

They’ve been in power a long time. They don’t really have any instincts for reform. It’s going to be a struggle.”

The first clues could come next month during the Communist Party Congress meetBarack Obama ing in Havana, a forum for unveiling major changes. An announcement of greater political freedoms or reform-minded economic steps would suggest that Obama’s strategy was starting to bear fruit.

Under the glare of global attention, Castro did little to publicly undermine Obama. After all, Obama enjoys immense popularity in Cuba. Images of a young black president strolling through Old Havana seemed to resonate with Cuba’s racially diverse people, forming a powerful contrast

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Colony Capital Series C looks like a risky REIT Dear Mr. Berko: I’m 84, and my wife is 82 and in good health. Our only debt is $5,300 on our home, and we live frugally. I invested $60,000 in three Puerto Rican bonds years ago.

They paid $3,600 a year tax-free, but now they are defaulting and won’t pay interest. We need to replace this income quickly, so my stockbroker told me about Colony Capital’s 7.125 percent Series C preferred stock, which pays a safe 8.3 percent.

He advised me to buy 2,500 shares, which would pay us almost $4,500 a year. Is this an attractive and reliable yield? I don’t want to take any more risks in this market. I also lost over $37,000 in energy stocks – for example, Double Eagle Energy Services, Arch Coal, Africa Oil, TransGlobe Energy, Spartan Energy, Breitburn Energy Partners and Atlas Energy. We have $81,000 remaining after these losses.

Please help us. I read you every week, and I trust you. – PK, Rochester, Min-

nesota Dear PK: Holy moly, Michael and

Macbeth! At your age and stage, those energy stocks and municipal bonds are patently unsuitable investments.

And if they were recommended by

TAKING STOCK Malcolm Berko that brokster, I’d seek legal advice because you may have a good chance to recover all those losses. Meanwhile, an 8.3 percent return is an “attractive” return in almost any market, but with Colony, it may not be a “reliable” yield. However, that preferred has fallen in value since your letter, so the yield is now a little higher.

Colony Capital’s 7.125 percent Series C preferred stock had a 10 million-share initial public offering, raising $250 million at $25 a share, in April 2015. Today the preferred stock (CLNY-C) trades at $20.62 and pays 44.53 cents a share in January, April, July and October. It trades at a 19 percent discount to its $25 call price and now generates a yield of 8.9 percent. It’s listed on the New York Stock Exchange, rated BBB- and callable at the issuer’s option on or after April 13, 2020, at $25 plus accrued interest. CLNY-C ranks junior to the senior debt of the company and equal to CLNY’s

other preferred issues but senior to the common stock.

Colony Capital is a $536 million-revenue real estate investment trust with 112 million shares outstanding and $331 million in cash. This REIT manages a diversified international portfolio of equity and debt-related investments from 14 offices in 10 countries.

Management invests between $10 million and $100 million per transaction, primarily in Europe, China, Hong Kong and Macau. The common stock (CLNY-$16) has an attractive book value of $26 a share, and the recently raised $1.60 dividend yields 10.2 percent. CLNY expects 2016 earnings of $2.11 a share and trades at a forward price-earnings ratio of just under 8-to-1.

And with the exception of operating margins, CLNY’s balance sheet and income statement numbers are significantly better than the industry average. According to Thomson First Call, each of the six brokerages following CLNY has a “buy” recommendation on the common, with a high target price of $30. But I think they’re bloody nuts. CLNY went public in 2009, has

302 employees and is home-ported on the Left Coast, in Los Angeles. This very speculative issue has impressive redeemable value, but not for investors – like you – who can’t afford risks.

I’m not comfortable with real estate investments in foreign countries, especially in the fast-paced, highly speculative economies of China, Hong Kong and Macau, where values can plummet as quickly as lightning, with the changes very slow to be recognized or felt in the U.S. market. Though I think CLNY’s dividend is safe, I can’t confidently tell you it will be safe two or three years hence.

Stay out of the stock market.

Consider a reverse-annuity mortgage on your home, which could increase your income by $700 or $800 a month.

The bank where you’ve established a checking account, your credit union or AARP can recommend a RAM source. A RAM is riskless, and the money is tax-free and will continue as long as you live in your house.

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

BUSINESS BRIEFS School awarded Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting JOLIET – The Association of School Business Officials International has awarded Joliet Township High School a Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting award for having met or exceeded the program’s high standards for financial reporting and accountability.

The district was recognized for its comprehensive annual financial report for the fiscal year ending 2015.

Sponsored by VALIC, the Certificate of Excellence award confirms the school business office’s commitment to financial accountability and transparency. Recognition can help strengthen a district’s presentation for bond issuance statements and promotes a high level of financial reporting.

For more information about the award, visit www.asbointl.org/COE.

Morris company earns 2nd place in national competition

MORRIS – Utility Concrete Products of Morris earned a second-place award for developing a new product line in the annual Creative Use of Precast Awards competition sponsored by the National Precast Concrete Association. The award was presented to the company at the Precast Show 2016 on March 2 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Early in 2013, Utility began preliminary research and design work on a new Photo provided retaining wall line for railways, DOT and Assistant Superintendent of business service Ilandus Hampton is pictured at the Minority Enrichment Luncheon with teachers Ernest and Cassie Crim, along with JTHS Superin- toll roads. It hired a team from a local university that included a structural tendent Cheryl McCarthy and Central Principal Shad Hallihan. engineering professor and his graduate dress on Feb. 11 hosted by the Romeoville of Mistwood’s golf course and dining at students. The innovative system uses the Chamber of Commerce.

McWethy’s Tavern. earth that is already on site, which avoids A multi-million-dollar transformation More than 500 people are expected the costs associated with special backfill at Mistwood Golf Club has created a to attend a sold-out Easter brunch with that typically must be shipped to the site. single destination featuring world-class, their families at McWethy’s Tavern.

With product development complete, Scottish-style links golf, award-winning Grand opening festivities open to dignithe Utility Concrete team won a bid to culinary talent and dining elegance at taries and the public are being planned Mistwood Golf Club named supply the wall for a major interstate corMcWethy’s Tavern. for the week of April 18.

Romeoville’s Business of Year ridor on I-90 owned by the Illinois State ROMEOVILLE – Mistwood Golf Club was Mistwood Golf Club recently completed Mistwood Golf Club is at 1700 W. Toll Highway Authority. The job required Renwick Road, Romeoville, IL 60446. For 160,000 square feet of retaining wall up named 2015 Business of the Year by the construction of its clubhouse, which includes more than 6,000 square feet more information, visit www.mistvillage of Romeoville during Mayor John to 32 feet tall. of meeting space with panoramic views woodgc.com.

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Note to readers: On Easter Sunday, we reprint this passage from the Gospel of John, Chapter 20 (English Standard Version.)

Now on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb early, while it was still dark, and saw that the stone had been taken away from the tomb. So she ran and went to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved, and said to them, “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we do not know where they have laid him.”

So Peter went out with the other disciple, and they were going toward the tomb. Both of them were running together, but the other disciple outran Peter and reached the tomb first. And stooping to look in, he saw the linen cloths lying there, but he did not go in.

Then Simon Peter came, following him, and went into the tomb. He saw the linen cloths lying there, and the face cloth, which had been on Jesus’ head, not lying with the linen cloths but folded up in a place by itself.

Then the other disciple, who had reached the tomb first, also went in, and he saw and believed; for as yet they did not understand the Scripture, that he must rise from the dead. Then the disciples went back to their homes.

Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene

But Mary stood weeping outside the tomb, and as she wept she stooped to look into the tomb. And she saw two angels in white, sitting where the body of Jesus had lain, one at the head and one at the feet. They said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping?” She said to them, “They have taken away my Lord, and I do not know where they have laid him.”

Having said this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing, but she did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping?

Whom are you seeking?”

Supposing him to be the gardener, she said to him, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have laid him, and I will take him away.” Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned and

said to him in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means Teacher).

Jesus said to her, “Do not cling to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father; but go to my brothers and say to them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’” Mary Magdalene went and announced to the disciples, “I have seen the Lord” – and that he had said these things to her.

Jesus appears to the disciples

On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being locked where the disciples were for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, “Peace be with you.”

When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples were glad when they saw the Lord.

Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.” And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy

Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you withhold forgiveness from any, it is withheld.”

Jesus and Thomas

Now Thomas, one of the Twelve, called the Twin, was not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord.”

But he said to them, “Unless I see in his hands the mark of the nails, and place my finger into the mark of the nails, and place my hand into his side, I will never believe.”

Eight days later, his disciples were inside again, and Thomas was with them. Although the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.”

Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and see my hands; and put out your hand, and place it in my side.

Do not disbelieve, but believe.” Thomas answered him, “My Lord and my God!” Jesus said to him, “Have you believed because you have seen me?

Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.”

Voters need details on how to stop ISIS Last week, three men out of 7 billion souls on this planet – in the name of God and using an explosive called “Mother of Satan” – blew themselves up in a Brussels airport and a subway station, killing at least 34 civilians, wounding more than 300.

VIEWS The evil they did far exceeds their numbers Donna because the attack was Brazile in the capital of the European Union, and it has received global coverage.

Three men upended American politics in minutes.

Overnight, a national debate over campaign violence at Trump rallies morphed into candidates’ proposals, some extreme, for national security measures at home and abroad. I’ve rounded up the reactions of these White House hopefuls to Brussels to see what they tell us about their readiness to answer a “3 a.m. phone call.”

Candidate responses fell into two categories. The prime one, of course, deals with plans to increase protection against terror attacks at home and overseas. The second deals with how we keep our democracy’s values and freedoms while defending them.

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neighborhoods.

Sen. Bernie Sanders said the Continued from page 33 attacks provided a platform to launch “an extraordinary” effort Sen. Ted Cruz and Donald “to put together a coalition in Trump took a break from the the region to destroy ISIS.” Yet Twitter spat that started with an Obama put together a coalition attack Trump made on Cruz’s when ISIS first emerged and wife, Heidi, to propose extreme has been working to expand and measures for dealing with ISIS. increase its effectiveness for three Cruz called for an immediate years. closing of our borders to refugees And Sanders, like Trump and “from countries with a signifiCruz, endorses (without referenccant al-Qaida and ISIS presence.” ing it) Obama’s use of employing Instead of advocating desert inArab ground forces, rather than ternment camps like those during U.S. troops, in the ground fight WWII, Cruz would effectively against ISIS. Previously, Sandturn Muslim neighborhoods into ers has called for abolishing the in-place internment camps, sayNational Security Agency, which ing government should “empower employs electronic eavesdropping law enforcement to patrol and to catch terrorist plots before they secure Muslim neighborhoods can be implemented. before they become radicalized.”

In the wake of the attacks, In the past, Cruz has urged candidates are trying to appear “carpet bombing” of ISIS troops tough, but voters need details – or in Iraq and Syria. Carpet bombconcrete steps that will guide our ing is a war crime because of its thinking in how to destroy ISIS. indiscriminate nature.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Trump mostly repeated old Clinton appears prepared to outstatements, then echoed Cruz in line her strategy. saying, “I would close our borClinton made a major policy ders.” Trump also dusted off his address at Stanford University in suggestion to use waterboarding California, near Silicon Valley, and more extreme torture methwhere the tech industry is enods to gain intelligence. In his gaged in a battle with the federal many public comments, Trump government over providing it has vacillated between aggressive with access to encrypted cellinterventionism and isolationism. phones. She called for finding “a The day before the attacks, reasonable path forward” in their Trump said he would scale back differences and declared the FBI the United States’ commitment and Silicon Valley cannot be at to NATO, a key bulwark of allied war with one another. defense since World War II, and Later, on NBC’s “Today” show, our front-line deterrent to terClinton said security must be rorism in Europe and the Middle improved and that “we’ve got to East. Trump also recently said be absolutely strong and smart the United States should use Arab and steady in how we respond.” ground forces to fight ISIS, which At Stanford, Clinton called for an is the president’s current countacceleration – a surge – in intellier-ISIS strategy. gence gathering.

Ohio Gov. John Kasich’s Clinton emphatically rejected immediate response was to call closing our borders or surveilon President Barack Obama to ling Muslim Americans in their abandon his diplomatic security communities. She advocated a mission to Cuba and Argentina “smart” approach. “We’ve got to and return to Washington, D.C. defeat them online,” she later said Kasich’s demand reminded me of in Everett, Washington. “That is John McCain’s 2008 admonition where they radicalize, and that’s to Obama to suspend his camwhere they propagandize.” paign and fly to Washington to There’s still more to do in discuss the crashing economy. destroying or dismantling ISIS. Obama dryly replied he was capa- We’ve heard from candidates, and ble of doing more than one thing what they’ve said tells us much at once. about what we should expect Later, Kasich took pains to them to do in a crisis, their comweave together his security mitment to democratic values and proposals with the preservation their approaches to fighting terof democratic values at home and ror. These are important responsabroad. Referring to the Brussels es to consider when choosing the attacks, Kasich said, “I think we next commander-in-chief, because have an opportunity to turn lemthis is far from over. ons into lemonade,” by bringing about a greater unity between • Donna Brazile is a senior Muslim and Western nations Democratic strategist, a political in the war against ISIS, and he commentator and contributor to firmly rejected patrols of Muslim CNN and ABC News.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Irish parade another success

To the Editor: The Village Preservation Association’s 14th annual Plainfield Hometown Irish Parade was yet another unequivocal success. This eagerly awaited commemoration of St. Patrick’s Day takes place rain or shine, but it could not happen without the gracious support of the village, as well as its business community.

We are particularly grateful for the generous backing provided by our primary sponsor, James Flanagan, attorney at law, and major sponsor, Katie O’Connor’s Pint House and Eatery.

Thanks also go to our in-kind sponsors, Shaw Media and 95.9 FM The River, as well as American Family Insurance, Barvian Realty, AAA of Plainfield and First Community Bank.

Additional contributions came from sponsors Hopscotch & Vine; TMZ Plumbing; the Uptown Tap; Lucas, Thompson & Wise, LLC; Fox’s Restaurant & Pub; the Southwest Metro Area Referral Team; and CertaPro Painters.

Our parade has become a cherished village tradition every March, bringing thousands together to celebrate spring in our spectacular downtown. We are honored to present it each year, and owe our deepest thanks to the community that so embraces this beloved event.

Write to us Letters must include the author’s full name, address, and phone number. Letters are limited to 300 words; must be free of libelous content and personal attacks; and are subject to editing for length and clarity at the discretion of the editor. Send to news@TheHerald-News.com or The Herald-News, Letters to the editor, 2175 Oneida St., Joliet, IL 60405.

Additionally, we would like to thank all those volunteers who worked to provide honest information to the community by making phone calls, canvassing neighborhoods, distributing signs, marching in the Irish parade, and poll watching.

We are proud to have been associated with this industrious group.

Bill and Linda Hanley

Plainfield, co-chairs for Citizens for a 21st Century Library

Thank you for caring staff

To the Editor: I just recently spent four days in Silver Cross Hospital and just had to write and comment.

The care I received from all the nursing staff on the 6200 unit was outstanding. Everyone Ken Barvian Parade committee chairman and Village Preservation was pleasant, caring and competent. They Association president always introduced themselves, always had a smile and always asked if I needed anything Sucker punch? before leaving the room. Even the cleaning To the Editor: and dietary staff knocked, asked if they could After seeing the disturbing video of a Donald come in and before leaving asked if I needed Trump supporter cold-cocking a protester anything or if they could get me anything. at his rally recently, and then the assaulter The volunteers and transport staff were saying we might have to “kill them” in the equally pleasant, smiling and did their job days to come, I can only remember the words well. I even had a pet therapy visit. Really nice of Thomas Jefferson: The tree of liberty must with a picture to remember. A lot of time, we be refreshed from time to time with the blood see customer service being a low priority. This of patriots and tyrants.” is not the case at Silver Cross. A wonderful, I am waiting for the blood, and the demise of modern, patient-centered health care site. the Republican Party that will follow.

I am really glad it is available to us. So a big thank you to all the staff.

William Bazil Joliet

Hard work for library

To the Editor: Tuesday, March 15, marked the culmination of many months of hard work and tireless energy put forth by the Citizens for a 21st Century Library committee, of which we were co-chairs. The committee was comprised of Ginny Bateman, Vince Fazio, Heather Kazmark, Vicky Polito and Joshua Zumhagen, who were all dedicated and enthusiastic throughout.

While we were not ultimately successful in accomplishing our mission for the Plainfield Public Library, it was not for lack of effort. We would like to publicly thank them for their community spirit and civic mindedness.

Patricia Owen Joliet

Junk gerrymandering

To the Editor: Reading The Herald-News March 11, 2016, Letters to Editor. Who is responsible for gerrymandering in Illinois. Who? Democrats or Republicans?

Too bad we can’t just leave the boundaries as they are, like boundaries for city, county, state, etc. This would sure cut down on political fighting. We got enough fighting now!

Gerrymandering is part of old-time, outmoded politics. Time to junk it!

Dave Partak Joliet

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THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR

Lincoln-Way West’s Pettinato named Herald-News Player of the Year “Marco’s a point guard, but he does everything else. He rebounds, he assists, he makes steals when we need them. With his physicality, once he gets past a defender, all the defender can do is foul him.”

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dgoss@shawmediacom NEW LENOX – When Lincoln-Way West 6-foot-2 junior guard Marco Pettinato played youth basketball, he was one of the tall kids. It made sense that he was stationed around the basket.

He began developing an inside game that is serving him so well now. He uses his physicality to get to the rim, and he rebounds with a tenacity that would make any front-line player proud.

“He’s a throwback in that he’s a guard who plays a tough-and-rugged style,” West coach Brian Flaherty said.

Of course, Pettinato would not be the Herald-News Boys Basketball Player of the Year – which is announced here – if he had not mastered the more traditional roles of a guard. He can nail jumpers from various angles and distances, he penetrates, he sets up teammates with crisp passes, and he defends.

“Just from playing basketball so long, I developed my ballhandling ability, in case I needed it,” Pettinato said, referring to younger days. “Eric Nawracaj, who was my freshman coach, trained Tyler Ulis (the Kentucky All-America guard from Marian Catholic), and he put me through some of the same workouts he had for Tyler.

“I even got to work out with Tyler once. It was the best experience I could have had. That made me realize how hard I had to work. It definitely developed me as a guard.”

His teammates stepped up big time during West’s run to the Class 3A state championship game, where the Warriors fell to Belleville Althoff. Still, Pettinato’s development into an all-purpose guard was vital to the team’s success all season, and the playoff run would not have happened without him playing at a high level.

“The bigger the stage, the better he played,” Flaherty said.

Pettinato’s humility demands he deflect attention when the run is mentioned.

“A big thing was the way our coaches game-planned,” he said. “They scouted hard. We learned how to play against each guy on the opposing team.

Offensively, we were clicking on all cylinders. We were playing some great ball at the end.

“There were certain games during the season where the guys looked to me to help lead the team. But in our playoff run, a lot of guys stepped up.

Brian Flaherty

Lincoln-Way West boys basketball coach

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Lincoln-Way West’s Marco Pettinato, the Herald-News 2015-16 Boys Basketball Player of the Year, “was a little hesitant about asserting himself as a leader” at the beginning of the season, said Lincoln-Way West boys basketball coach Brian Flaherty. “By the end of the year, he had taken the bull by the horns.”

They realized we needed others to do the job. It was still Jon’s (Marotta’s) and my team, but we needed the others.

Jon really shot well in the playoffs, and Cam (Gavin) was getting to the basket at will.”

A DO-IT-ALL

Pettinato finished the season averaging 19.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.4 steals. He shot 53.2 percent from the field and .799 from the freethrow line, where he was 155 of 194.

Until seeing Pettinato play, howev-

er, someone cannot fully appreciate all he does for the Warriors. That includes providing leadership.

“Marco’s a point guard, but he does everything else,” Flaherty said. “He rebounds, he assists, he makes steals when we need them. With his physicality, once he gets past a defender, all the defender can do is foul him.

“At the very beginning of the season, he was a little hesitant about asserting himself as a leader. By the end of the year, he had taken the bull by the horns.”

His physicality comes not only from manning an inside position in elementary school and junior high, but also from his other sports – track and field and football.

“My first two years of high school, I was a thrower in the discus and shot,” he said. “I won state championships in seventh and eighth grade, and I felt I couldn’t give it up that easily. But it just got too hard to do both sports – basketball and track – so I’m not in track anymore.”

As for football, which his parents encouraged him to pursue, Pettinato was a middle linebacker and running back.

“Early on, it was between basketball and football as my main sport,” he said. “Freshman year, I went through football camp, the entire mini-camp.

Three weeks before the two-a-days, I decided I did not want to play football any longer, that I wanted to key on basketball.”

When West’s football team reached the Class 5A state championship game last fall, Pettinato had thoughts about what might have been.

“It’s one of those things that’s bittersweet,” he said. “I knew a lot of the guys who got to state and kind of wished I could have been out there with them, but I realize the choices I made were for my own reasons. That wasn’t necessarily a hard choice, because I wanted to concentrate on basketball. Now it looks like the right decision.”

Besides, he still has his throwing in track and football to thank for where his basketball career has gone.

“I definitely think I can see elements of the other sports in my basketball,” he said. “I’ve always been strong.

If I have ability and size and strength, I might as well use it.”

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VIEWS Dick Goss West junior guard Marco Pettinato, Joliet West junior forward Trevian Bell and Reed-Custer senior guard Travis Schoonover.

There you have six of the 10 players who today are named to the Herald-News Boys All-Area first team. If you want to review their credentials, see the capsule summaries in this edition. Of course, their accomplishments go beyond the numbers. They led their teams and did whatever was necessary to make their teams a success.

It came as no surprise that each of the six was nominated by his coach for player of the year. Rightfully so. All six were viable candidates.

The rest of our first team – Joliet Central senior forward Malik Fuller, Plainfield East senior forward/center Elyjah Goss, Bolingbrook junior forward Nana Akenten and Lemont junior guard PJ Pipes – is not shabby, either.

But when you are trying to select a

player of the year, you have to trim the field somewhere along the way.

I thought about the old argument: Is a player of the year the best player, or is he the most valuable player to his team? OK, so where would Minooka have been without Butler, Plainfield North without Krieger, JCA without Jackson, Lincoln-Way West without Pettinato, Joliet West without Bell or Reed-Custer without Schoonover?

Looking at it that way solved nothing.

The regular season ended, and there was no more clarity. Something special had to happen in the postseason.

It did. After Lincoln-Way West’s amazing run to the Class 3A state championship game, Pettinato is our player of the year.

The do-everything guard easily could have been chosen for the honor even without the Warriors’ run. He was in the team picture all season. But to the very end, a case could be made for any of the other five. I may never know what I would have done without Lincoln-Way West’s second-place finish. It was that kind of a balanced season in the Joliet area.

Of course, the other big issue at all-area time is deciding who belongs on the first team, the second team, the third team, etc. Something that stands out about this year’s second team is how valuable those 10 were to their teams. All 10 were named by their coaches as first-team candidates, and all were on my list to consider before their coaches nominated them.

That second-team group – again, in no particular order – includes Joliet Central’s Jose Grubbs, Joliet West’s Teyvion Kirk, Lincoln-Way West’s Jon Marotta, Lincoln-Way Central’s Jarret Gmazel, Minooka’s Larry Roberts, Providence’s Jake Schutter, Plainfield South’s Jacob Buchner, Romeoville’s Matt Cappelletti, Peotone’s Kale Maupin and Dwight’s Justin Fox. That is quite a talented 10, as well.

In fact, if you watched area basketball this season, my guess is you feel one or more of the second-team picks should be on the first team. You are not wrong – you just disagree with me.

Nothing wrong with that.

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Continued from page 36 He also is an excellent student, which carries over to the basketball floor.

“I have a 31 ACT,” he said. “I just took another mandatory ACT. I’m not sure, but I might have been able to bump it to 32.”

His grade-point average also is noteworthy.

“I have a 4.32 weighted GPA, and it’s 3.9 unweighted,” he said.

Perhaps, not surprisingly, Pettinato has heard from Ivy League schools, among others.

“I’ve had a couple Ivy League schools like Harvard and Lehigh talk to me,” he said. “Loyola has contacted my trainer, and I have talked to Valparaiso. I’ve heard from quite a few mid-majors.”

Pettinato said he likely will choose a math major when the time comes.

“I’ve looked at maybe becoming an actuary, but I couldn’t tell you 100 percent that that’s it,” he said. “It would be a great opportunity to go to an Ivy League school, but I have to consider every avenue. I’ve got to make sure I make the right choice.”

The contacts will continue to grow.

If college recruiters did not know all about Pettinato’s game on the court and in the classroom a couple of weeks ago, they do now, after West’s state runner-up finish.

“I think what we accomplished start-

Photos by Eric Ginnard – eginnard@shawmedia.com

LEFT: Lincoln-Way West’s Marco Pettinato jumps for a layup against Peotone March 9 during the Class 3A Sectional in Streator. RIGHT: Pettinato drives through Altoff Catholic’s defense March 19 during the Class 3A Boys Basketball Championship in Peoria. ed to hit me more now,” Pettinato said, four days after the championship game was played. “I was at practice with my AAU team tonight, and the guys were congratulating me. At school, teachers are congratulating me.

“I’m starting to see how much fun it was. I’m putting it in perspective. It wasn’t the easiest thing to lose our last game, but it was a run I will remember the rest of my life.”

Pettinato said it was not a perfect season, but he will take it.

“There definitely were a few games

where I missed some shots I usually won’t,” he said. “I could have been better. But I helped the team get to the state championship game, and I could not have wished for anything better.”

Something else that provides perspective is the recognition Pettinato is receiving.

Before he was selected Herald-News Player of the Year, he was named an Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Class 3A/4A second-team all-stater. He also was an honorable-mention choice on the Associated Press Class 3A all-

state team. Everyone will have him on the list of top returning players in the state for next season.

“To be second-team all-state by the coaches is really a big honor,” Pettinato said. “The coaches are the guys who have to game plan for you, so if they think that much of you, that means something.

“It’s really an honor for me to win this (Herald-News) award, too. Great players like Prentiss Nixon and Aaron Jordan won the last couple, and to follow them is an honor.”

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It is my decision.

But when we have numerous candidates for an award, why not consult other objective observers whose opinions I trust?

Throughout the boys high school basketball season, the question was in the back of my mind: Who should be the player of the year on the Herald-News Boys All-Area Team?

There were at least a half-dozen strong candidates. Those whose opinions I sought were a mix of those who covered games for the Herald-News all season, friends in other media who had seen most or all of the players during the season, and a few local coaches who did not have a horse in the derby.

Responses I received went something like, “I’m glad you’re the one who has to decide.” Or, “Get back to me later. I’m not sure yet.”

The consensus was, there was no consensus.

The six finalists, in no particular order, were Minooka senior forward Joe Butler, Plainfield North senior forward Kevin Krieger, Joliet Catholic senior guard Jalen Jackson, Lincoln-Way

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HERALD-NEWS BOYS BASKETBALL 2015-16 ALL-AREA TEAMS FIRST TEAM NANA AKENTEN Bolingbrook Height/Position/Year: 6-6, Jr., F Highlights: IBCA 3A/4A special-mention all-state ...

All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Saw playing time as a sophomore on Raiders’ Class 4A third-place team last season ...

Averaged 12.3 points, 6.9 Nana rebounds and 1.0 steals Akenten ... Shot .460 from floor and .345 (29 of 84) from 3-point range.

Coach Rob Brost: “Nana is one of the top juniors in the state, as he currently holds 10 scholarship offers including Illinois State, Western Michigan, Wisconsin-Green Bay and Northern Illinois.”

TREVIAN BELL Joliet West Height/Year/Position: 6-6, Jr., F Highlights: IBCA 3A/4A third-team all-state ... AP 4A honorable-mention all-state ...

All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Averaged 15.0 points, 8.1 rebounds and 1.2 assists .... Shot .493 from field, .378 (31 of Trevian 82) from 3-point range Bell and .669 (81 of 121) from free-throw line.

Coach Nick DiForti: “Trevian continues to develop into an overall good high school basketball player. Nearly every team we played focused their attention on him. If we weren’t such a balanced scoring team, he easily could have averaged over 20 points a game. His statistics are easily why he is considered one of the best in his class.”

JOE BUTLER Minooka Height/Year/Position: 6-3, Sr., F/G Highlights: IBCA 3A/4A fourth-team all-state ... AP 4A honorable-mention all-state ... Co-MVP in Southwest Prairie Conference ...

Two-time Herald-News first-team all-area ... ...

All-WJOL Thanksgiving Joe Tournament ... All-York Butler Christmas Tournament ...

All-Galesburg MLK Tournament ... Averaged 15.4 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists ... Shot 56 percent from 2-point range and 75 percent from free throw line ... Will play baseball at Illinois State.

Coach Scott Tanaka: “Joe Butler is the backbone of Minooka basketball. He plays with the technique, toughness, intensity and togetherness that we pride ourselves in. He did everything on the floor for us and was instrumental in our first SPC championship in school history and first regional championship since 1977.”

MALIK FULLER Joliet Central Height/Year/Position: 6-2, Sr., F Highlights: All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Pound for pound and inch for inch, one of the area’s best rebounders ... Averaged 12 points and 10 rebounds going up against players much taller ... Often Malik Fuller termed “a beast” on the boards by opposing coaches ... St. Francis has shown interest.

Coach Jeff Corcoran: “Malik is our first two-time All-SWSC selection since the split and for a team that had no size, he absolutely worked relentlessly to control the glass. He is tough, physical and smart as a player that just wants to fight around the rim. He often spent the night guarding the biggest player, giving up several inches, but if we needed to shut down a guard as well, he was the guy we went to.

His motor never stops and he was our silent leader.”

ELYJAH GOSS Plainfield East Height/Year/Position: 6-7, Sr., C/F Highlights: IBCA 3A/4A special mention all-state ...

All-Southwest Prairie ...

Averaged 13.2 points, 10.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 2.4 blocks and 1.7 steals ... Shot .561 (133 of 237) from field and .692 (72 of Elyjah Goss 104) from free throw line ... Committed to IUPUI. Coach Branden Adkins: “Elyjah averaged a double-double. He holds school records for season and career rebounding and blocks. He was third on the team in steals, and his 56-percent field goal shooting was a school record.”

JALEN JACKSON Joliet Catholic Height/Year/Position: 5-11, Sr., G Highlights: IBCA 3A/4A fourth-team all-state ... East Suburban Catholic

Conference Player of the Year ... ESCC scoring leader for second straight season ...

Two-time Herald-News first-team selection ...

Jalen Averaged 18.4 points Jackson despite facing gimmick defenses designed to stop him ... Shot .423 from field, .356 (77 of 216) from 3-point range and .807 (88 of 109) from free-throw line ... Averaged 1.4 steals ... MVP of Romeoville Christmas Classic.

Coach Joe Gura: “Jalen is one of the most humble, nicest kids you are ever going to meet. At the same time, he is a dynamic player who has scored over 1,600 points in his career. He is incredibly talented. He can do so many things on the basketball floor. His success can be attributed to hard work, great character and the use of his athletic ability to the maximum.”

KEVIN KRIEGER Plainfield North Height/Year/Position: 6-6, Sr., F Highlights: IBCA 3A/4A third-team all-state ... AP 4A honorable-mention all-state ... All-Southwest Prairie Conference ... Averaged area-high 22.3 points along with 7.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.6 steals Kevin Krieger and 2.2 blocks ... Shot .495 from 2-point range, .336 (40 of 119) from 3-point range and .873 (172 of 197) from free throw line ...

Committed to Minnesota State.

Coach Bob Krahulik: “When he didn’t score, Kevin did other things to help the team stay in games. He is a tough kid.

No one knew this, but he played in the regional final after being in the hospital the night before having minor surgery on his throat. The doctor told him to take it easy for over a week, but he played anyway. This was his third time to have this surgery this season, but he still played.”

MARCO PETTINATO Lincoln-Way West Height/Year/Position: 6-2, Jr., G Highlights: IBCA 3A/4A second-team all-state ... AP 3A honorable-mention all-state ...

All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Averaged 19.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.4 steals ...

Shot .532 (215 of 404) Marco from field and .799 (155 Pettinato

of 194) from free throw line ... Has 31 ACT ... Attracting attention from Ivy League schools.

Coach Brian Flaherty: “Marco’s a point guard, but he does everything else. He rebounds, he assists, he’s a good passer, he makes steals when we need them. He’s a throwback in that he’s a guard who plays a tough-andrugged style. With his physicality, once he gets past a defender, all the defender can do is foul him.”

PJ PIPES Lemont Height/Year/Position: 6-1, Jr., G Highlights: IBCA 3A/4A fourth-team all-state ... All-South Suburban Blue and runnerup for conference player of year ... Averaged 20.1 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.8 steals ... Shot .440 from field, .353 (48 of 136) from 3-point range PJ and .814 (166 of 204) Pipes from free-throw line ...

All-tournament at WJOL Thanksgiving Tournament and Romeoville Christmas Classic.

Coach Rick Runaas: “PJ is an outstanding person to coach and an outstanding player to watch. He is a fierce competitor during games and at practice. He wants to improve. He wants the challenge of being the best player on the court. He’s also a great student in U.S. History! (Runaas is his teacher).”

TRAVIS SCHOONOVER Reed-Custer Height/Year/Position: 6-1, Sr., G Highlights: IBCA 1A/2A first-team all-state for second straight season ... at top of AP 2A honorable mention all-state list ...

All-Interstate Eight for third season ... Two-time Herald-News first-team Travis Schoonover all-area ... Averaged 21.3 points, 5.5 rebounds and 3.6 assists.

Coach Mark Porter: “Travis not only was a first-team IBCA all-stater for a second straight year, he finished his career with 1,907 points and with a school-record 413 steals, which is third in Illinois high school history. He hit 74 3s this season and a school-record 274 in his career.”

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HERALD-NEWS BOYS BASKETBALL 2015-16 ALL-AREA TEAMS Continued from page 38

SECOND TEAM

Three-year starter and four-year varsity player ... Started on last season’s 4A third-place team ... Team leader.

SPECIAL MENTION

DJ Anderson, Bolingbrook, 6-1, Sr., G: Averaged 9 points and 3 rebounds ...

Shot 42 percent from 3-point range and 88 percent from free-throw line.

Nick Clemmons, Minooka, 6-2, Sr., G/F: Averaged 6.4 points, 3.0 rebounds ... Shot 51 percent from 2-point range and 74 percent from free throw line ...

One of the best sixth men in area.

Harold Davis, JCA, 6-0, Sr., G: All-East Suburban Catholic honorable mention ... Averaged 8.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 1.3 assists ...

Good defender.

Scott Gasik, Peotone, 6-4, Sr., G: All-Interstate Eight ... Averaged 15 points with a school-record 78 3-pointers ... Shot .375 from beyond arc ...

Averaged 3.8 rebounds and 2.5 assists ... Plans to play on D-III level.

Cam Gavin, Lincoln-Way West, 6-1, Sr., G: Played prominent roles for state runnerup teams in football and basketball ... Averaged 6.4 points and 4.9 rebounds ... Shot .595 from field ... Had some big offensive games in Warriors’ run to 3A state title game.

DeAndre Heckard, Romeoville 6-0, So., G: Two-year starter ... Led Spartans in assists and was second in scoring and rebounding.

Lee Higgins, Plainfield East, 6-1, Sr., G: Averaged 11 points, 1.7 steals and 1.2 assists ... Shot .415 from 3-point range and .789 from free-throw line.

Isaiah Malone, Lincoln-Way Central, 5-11, Sr., G: Averaged 8 points, 5.3 assists and 3.5 rebounds ... Shot 66 percent from free-throw line.

Ross McCormick, Seneca, 5-9, Sr., G: IBCA 1A/2A special mention all-state ... All-Interstate Eight ... Averaged 15 points, five assists and just under seven rebounds ... Missed early portion of season with injury.

Mikolaj Nowobilski, Lockport, 6-3, Sr., F: All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ...

Shot 49 percent from field.

Neil O’Donnell, Reed-Custer, 6-1, Sr., G: All-Interstate Eight ... Led area in assists with a school-record 275 ...

Averaged 8.9 assists, 6.7 points, 3.6 rebounds and 2.9 steals.

Jordan Reed, Plainfield East, 6-0, Sr., G: Averaged 10.7 points, 3.5 assists and 1.4 steals ... Shot .699 from free-throw line.

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Jacob Buchner, Plainfield South, 6-3, Sr., G: All-Southwest Prairie for second straight year ... Three-year starter ...

Averaged 16.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 steals ... Shot 52 percent from field and 77 percent from 3-point line ... Was the player Cougars’ opponents plotted to limit.

Matt Cappelletti, Romeoville, 6-5, Sr., F: Team MVP ... All-Southwest Prairie ... Averaged team highs of more than 16 points and nearly seven rebounds while shooting about .500 from field and .750 from free-throw line ... Threeyear starter ... Coach Marc Howard has labeled him an ideal senior leader for his young team.

Justin Fox, Dwight, 6-4, Jr., G/F: IBCA 1A/2A special-mention all-state ... All-Interstate Eight ... Averaged 17.2 points, 7.1 rebounds and 3.6 assists ... Shot 47 percent from field, 42 from 3-point range and 71 percent from free-throw line ... Coach Eric Long said, “Justin led our team to a 43-17 record over the last two years.”

Jarret Gmazel, Lincoln-Way Central, 6-0, Sr., G: All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Team MVP ... All-tournament at Big Dipper ... State 3-point qualifier ...

Averaged 12.2 points, 3.2 rebounds and 4.2 assists ... Led Knights in charges taken ... Shot 34 percent from 3-point range and 80 percent from free-throw line ... Coach Bob Curran said, “Jarret is a great kid with tremendous work ethic who gets along with all kids.”

Jose Grubbs, Joliet Central, 6-3, Jr., F: All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... MVP of WJOL Tournament ... Averaged 12.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.4 steals ...

Coach Jeff Corcoran said, “Jose can get to the basket with ease but has developed into a pretty good shooter from the perimeter. His confidence has gone through the roof, which allows him to be a complete player. He turned into a great rebounder as the season progressed.”

Teyvion Kirk, 6-2, Jr., G: IBCA 3A/4A/ special-mention all-state ... All-Southwest Suburban Blue ... Averaged 12.5 points, 4.7 assists and 1.4 steals ...

Coach Nick DiForti said, “Teyvion’s skills are overwhelming as a point guard.

He is a guard every coach wishes they had.”

Jon Marotta, Lincoln-Way West, 6-6, Sr, F: IBCA 3A/4A special-mention

rebounds and 1.6 assists ... Coach Tim Trendel said, “Anthony is a great athlete with tremendous leadership skills. I wish I had 12 Anthony DiNardis on my team.”

Richie Elias, Plainfield North, 6-2, Sr., G: Point guard who averaged 8.9 points, 2.9 rebounds, 3 assists, 2.2 steals and one block ... Outstanding defensive player ... Averaged two breakaway layups per night over the last 10 games ... Coach Bob Krahulik said, “Richie was the heart of the team, the only true ballhandler we had. He handled pressure every game. As soon as he became more confident, comfortable and assertive, we played a lot better.”

Zach Grady, Bolingbrook, 6-6, Sr., C: All-SouthWest Suburban Blue ... Averaged 9 points and 6 rebounds ... Coach Rob Brost said, “Zach is one of the best post players in the area.”

Scott Gustafson, Plainfield Central, 6-1, Sr., G: All-Southwest Prairie ...

Averaged 13.8 points and 4.9 rebounds, leading Wildcats in both categories ...

Shot .411 from 3-point range.

Brent Headrick, Reed-Custer, 6-6, Sr., F: IBCA 1A/2A third-team all-state ... All-Interstate Eight for third straight season ... Averaged 17.2 points, 9.1 rebounds and 2.1 blocks ... Shot 73 percent from free throw line.

Scott Horrie, Gardner-South Wilmington, 6-1, Sr., G: IBCA 1A/2A special-mention all-state ... Co-player of year in River Valley Conference ...

Averaged 14.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.6 steals ... Coach Chris Gibson said, “Ryan was the heart and soul of our team. He was our best guard defender.”

Mitch Kwasigroch, Lincoln-Way Central, 6-5, Sr., F: All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Averaged 10.7 points and 6.1 rebounds ... Shot 54 percent from field and 76 percent from free throw line ... Coach Bob Curran said, THIRD TEAM “Mitch was one of our most consistent Jon Butler, Minooka, 6-1, Jr., G: players. We always could count on his All-Southwest Prairie ... Averaged 9.3 scoring, rebounding, defending the post, points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists and had stretching the defense, taking charges, a 3-to-1 assist-to-turnover ratio ... Led making the extra pass and providing team in charges taken ... Coach Scott leadership.”

Tanaka said, “Jonny was instrumental Luke Mander, Joliet Catholic, 6-5, in our first SPC championship in school Sr., C: All-East Suburban Catholic history and first regional championship honorable mention ... Team captain ... since 1977. He was called upon many Averaged 7.6 points, 5.9 rebounds and times to guard the opponent’s best 1.3 assists ... Shot .481 from field ... player.”

Coach Joe Gura said, “Luke was a true Anthony DiNardi, Providence, 6-5, leader for our team.”

Sr., F: All-Catholic League South honorDevon Sams, Bolingbrook, 6-0, Sr., able mention ... Averaged 9.3 points, 4.4 G: Averaged 9 points and 5 rebounds ...

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all-state ... All-SouthWest Suburban Red ... Averaged 12.9 points and 5.4 rebounds ... Shot .446 (54 of 121) from 3-point range and .724 from free throw line ... Will play on the D-II or D-III level ... Coach Brian Flaherty said, “Jon is very difficult matchup. He became a marked man this year. He’s a competitive kid, and what separates him is his ability to go on the perimeter and shoot.”

Kale Maupin, Peotone, 6-4, Sr., G: IBCA 3A/4A special-mention all-state ... Team MVP ... All-tournament in all three tournaments Peotone played ... Three-year starter and three-year All-Interstate Eight ... More than 1,000 career points ... Led team in scoring at 15.9 points and rebounding at 7.1 ...

Led team in assists and steals ... Coach Scott Maupin said, “Kale likely is the most versatile player I have had during my career. He can shoot on the perimeter, drive to the bucket or match up effectively in the post.”

Larry Roberts, Minooka, 5-10, Sr., G: All-Southwest Prairie ... All-Galesburg MLK Tournament ... One of area’s best 3-point shooters and clutch shooters ...

Averaged 11.5 points and 2.6 assists ...

Shot 40 percent from 3-point range and 80 percent from free-throw line ... Will play at Benedictine ... Coach Scott Tanaka said, “Larry always made big shots in big games. He led our team in assists, which speaks of his unselfishness. There were times he guarded the other team’s best perimeter player.”

Jake Schutter, Providence, 6-1, Jr., G: All-Catholic League South ... As the point guard, averaged 13.1 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.3 steals ...

Shot .404 from 3-point range and .756 from free-throw line ... Coach Tim Trendel said, “Jake was our best player night in and night out for four months. He was our rock. He was instrumental in all our big wins over teams like De La Salle, Mount Carmel and Joliet Catholic.”

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New papa has Joliet Central on upswing

By DICK GOSS

dgoss@shawmedia.com JOLIET – Joliet Central baseball coach Kevin Fitzgerald can be excused if he is a little tired this spring.

The sleepless nights will not be caused by his team’s failures, however.

Fitzgerald’s wife, Heather, gave birth to their first child, daughter Mia, last week. Hopefully, Mia will understand when her mom and dad need their rest, but that is to be determined.

Meanwhile, the arrow for Fitzgerald’s baseball program is pointing upward as he enters his second season at the helm.

“I believe we won four games each of the previous two seasons, and we went 10-22 last year,” Fitzgerald noted.

“It was a nice improvement. We beat Joliet West once, Bolingbrook twice, Stagg once. Those are big conference wins for us. We lost to Lockport three times, but each time put ourselves in position to win.”

Senior shortstop Luke DeBenedetti has been there to see the progress.

“Defensively, we were good last year, and we’re even better this year,” he said. “Offensively, we have more hitters. We have more size and strength.”

DeBenedetti is excellent defensively and hits at the top of the lineup along with a familiar name in Central athletics, junior center fielder Jomarre McNair.

McNair is among the area’s best receivers in football and is a tough, quick defensive player as a guard in basketball.

“JoJo is very athletic,” Fitzgerald said. “We look for good things from him. He and Luke (DeBenedetti) are athletic kids who are our on-field leaders. Both cover a lot of ground and make plays others can’t.

“Both can get on base and steal bases. We can be pretty successful offensively if we get those two on for the middle of our order.”

“Jomarre is real fast,” DeBenedetti said of McNair. “He’s a good leader. He’s real focused. He does not mess around.”

Left-handed hitting junior Ryan King, who plays the same three sports as McNair, and junior Ricky Malmfeldt are two of the thumpers who hit in the middle of the order. They will share first base duties, and their bats likely will be in there somewhere.

“It’s awesome to have three-sport guys like Ryan (King) and JoJo,” Fitzgerald said.

Central began the season with an extra-inning loss to T.F. South and lost

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Joliet Central shortstop Luke DeBenedetti tags out Plainfield Central’s Austin Blazevic during a game last season. DeBenedetti is a leader for a Steelmen team that is hoping to continue improving its victory total this season. to two-time defending Class 4A state champion Providence. Malmfeldt had hits in his first five at-bats, however.

Junior Tom Langley, who spent more than half the season with the varsity as a sophomore, opens as the No. 1 catcher. Senior Jawan Cooper will get the first call at second base. The No. 1 pitcher, senior Tyler Lawson, and junior James Epting could share third base. Epting also can start or relieve on the mound.

Senior Robert Carter is in left field, with Armando Jaurengui seeing time in right.

“Jorge Vega is a guy who may be in the 9-hole in the lineup, be our second leadoff man,” Fitzgerald said.

“He plays multiple positions and has pitched in two games already.”

Cooper also is a candidate for the all-important 9-hole.

“Offensively, we’re in a good place,” Fitzgerald said. “We have a little more firepower. We expect the offense to be good compared to last year. If we make a mistake defensively, which will happen in high school baseball, we will have the opportunity to make up for it offensively now.”

DeBenedetti, who will play for Wayne King at Joliet Junior College

STEELMEN 2015 Record: 10-22 (4-10 SouthWest Suburban Blue) Coach: Kevin Fitzgerald (second year) Returning Regulars: SS Luke DeBenedetti (Sr.), C Tom Langley (Jr.), P/3B Tyler Lawson (Sr.), P/INF Jose Martiznez (Sr.), P Joseangel Ruvalcaba (Sr.) Outlook: Joliet Central upped its victory total significantly last season, and there is reason to believe the Steelmen have the ingredients to do even better this season.

Jomarre McNair and DeBenedetti form a dynamic pair at the top of the lineup, and Fitzgerald feels his team could have more pop in the middle of the order than it had in the past. after this season, said he felt he was at his best at shortstop last spring, but added, “I have to improve my offense this year.

“That’s the same for the whole team.

Coach Fitz has us coming in early for strength training. We have more size now. We have bigger, stronger guys than we have had in the past, and that should help our offense.”

Of course, what happens in the center of the diamond will have much to do

with determining the Steelmen’s fate.

“We have Tyler Lawson, Jose Martinez and Joseangel Ruvalcaba as our main returning pitchers,” Fitzgerald said. “The pitchers have to throw strikes. That’s what it comes down to.”

The Steelmen will have a chance to see how they measure up when they tackle the loaded area field in the WJOL Area Baseball Invite, which is scheduled Thursday and Saturday.

They will play three tough opponents beginning with Plainfield Central.

“I don’t recall our school ever winning a game in the tournament,” DeBenedetti said. “We’re definitely going to get a win there. It’s going to be fun.

As good as all those teams are, we definitely can hang with them. We know we can play with them. If we do, that will give us confidence for the rest of the year.

“We want to win 15 or more this year, hopefully 20.”

“We hope to have 4-5-6-7 games under our belt before the WJOL Tournament,” Fitzgerald said. ‘It’s a gauntlet of a tournament, but it’s great for our area. I love it. Some of the teams compete for state championships, and we’re anxious to see how we can do against them.”

BOYS VOLLEYBALL – JOLIET WEST TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONSHIP: LINCOLN-WAY WEST 2, JOLIET WEST 0 (25-23, 25-21)

JOLIET – With last year’s Herald-News player of the year Michael Wexter graduating, it was destined to be a much different season for Lincoln-Way West’s boys volleyball team.

But although Wexter moved on to play on the U.S. Junior National Team and now is competing at Pepperdine University, the returning Warriors don’t see any reason why they can’t enjoy another successful season.

Coach Brian Thorp’s squad won all six of its matches during the opening week after going 5-0 to capture top honors at this weekend’s Joliet West Tournament. The Warriors led nearly throughout in claiming a 25-23, 25-21 win over the host Tigers in Saturday’s championship.

Joliet West (4-2) scored the initial point for its only lead as Lincoln-Way West was paced by two of its four seniors, Scott Christensen (16 kills) and John Rossi (19 assists) in the title victory, the third straight year it has won the tournament.

“We’re obviously missing some players from last year, but I don’t think that it’s that big of a deal,” Christensen said. “I hate losing, and I’m going to do whatever it takes to get this team where we need to be. Winning this tournament is a great start. I like how everyone comes to work every day.

The key for us is heart, and you can’t teach heart.”

The Warriors, who advanced to the Gold Division finals after a 25-20, 2624 semifinal win over eventual thirdplace finisher Bolingbrook, got 46 kills from Christensen and 94 assists from Rossi in the tournament. Also, Max Rosenfeld added 38 kills and 11 blocks.

“This is a junior-heavy team, so there’s leadership roles to fill to go along with Scott and John,” Rosenfeld said. “We’re young, but experienced, so this team is ready to go and do what we have to do. I like our practices every day since this is a team that goes hard and is ready to work. Our strong points are our ability to remain optimistic, along with our defense.”

Although his squad is lacking the big-name player this season, Thorp feels that the Warriors have what it takes to compete again with the best in the SouthWest Suburban Conference.

“We looked at this weekend as kind of a measuring stick to see where we stack up,” Thorp said. “Winning this tournament three years in a row is a big thing for us. It’s a young group, with nine juniors, but it’s nice to have new energy in the gym.

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Lincoln-Way West’s John Rossi sets the ball to Max Rosenfeld against Joliet West during Saturday’s championship game in the 2016 Joliet West Tiger Challenge in Joliet. Rossi had 19 assists.

“They have big shoes to fill, but they’re doing a good job so far. Some of our role players from last year are in leadership roles this year. These guys want to learn, and they’re starting to get the execution down, which is fun to see.”

Coach Jason Herrmann’s Tigers return several key performers from last year’s squad, which just missed advancing to the state quarterfinals. They have seven seniors and are led by Scott Lyman, Luke Van Eck and Kyler Van Rossum-O’Connell. In the title match, Lyman had eight kills, Van Eck added six kills, and Van Rossum-O’Connell had 17 digs and 21 assists.

In a 25-17, 25-16 semifinal win over St. Charles North, Van Eck had 10 kills,

Zach Boeringa and Lyman had seven kills each, and Van Rossum-O’Connell added 16 digs and 28 assists. And the Tigers advanced to Gold Division play after edging Plainfield South, 25-23, 2025, 15-13, in pool play. Van Eck had 12 kills; Lyman added 10 kills; Van Rossum-O’Connell had 17 digs, 30 assists and two solo blocks; and Clayton Pelzer also had two solo blocks.

“We didn’t look as smooth as we had been, and we started pressing and trying to do too much,” Herrmann said.

“We started looking inward instead of continuing to play together. We had spurts when we came back, but it’s hard when you have to keep fighting back.

“We had moments where we played

really hard, and that’s going to carry us down the line. Offensively, when we have a great pass, it’s hard to stop us.

It stinks to lose on our court and see someone else hoist the trophy, but we had a lot of positives to take from the weekend.”

Like the two Wests, Bolingbrook went 3-0 in pool play to advance to Gold Division play. The Raiders capped a 4-2 week by beating St. Charles North, 2522, 22-25, 28-26, for third place.

“We played out of our minds on Thursday,” Raiders coach Andrea Bercot said. “After losing our opener, I wanted to see how we’d bounce back, and it was awesome. I’m a little disappointed about today. But they pulled through and got third place. This is a great group of kids. They’re very coachable and want to do the best that they can, so it’s a fun group.”

In its finale, Bolingbrook was led by Joshua Simpson (13 kills, six digs), Tyler Mitchem (eight kills, three blocks, four aces), Ryan VanThyne (31 assists) and Niro Nazareno (nine digs).

“I didn’t think that we’d do as well as we are, but I like the way that we’re playing,” Mitchem said. “We have some good, talented players. But we need to work on our passing and connecting with our setter. I think that we might go far this year.”

Joliet Catholic, Plainfield South and Joliet Central placed second, third and fourth in the Bronze Division after each one went 1-2 in pool play.

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Lincoln-Way West’s Scott Christensen spikes the ball past Joliet West’s Luke Van Eck (left) and Kyler Van RossumO’Connell during Saturday’s championship game in the 2016 Joliet West Tiger Challenge in Joliet.

Christiansen had 16 kills in Lincoln-Way West’s twoset win over Joliet West.

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cherron@shawmedia.com

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Celtics roll past a young Indians squad

By JEFF DE GRAW

Shaw Media Correspondent MINOOKA – Two of the areas best traditional baseball programs met Saturday, and both coaches liked what they saw, despite the lopsided score.

Providence Catholic used a threerun fourth and exploded for nine runs in the sixth inning to come away with a 12-1 nonconference victory over Minooka.

Joe Butler, the Indians’ senior righthander, started and took a no-hitter into the fourth inning.

Butler kept the Celtics’ offensive at bay in the first three innings, throwing only 40 pitches. Then Celtic Zach Pych led off the fourth with a single. Mike Madej followed with another single to right field, and Jackson Dvorak hit an RBI double to knot the score at 1-all.

With two outs in that inning, Brendan O’Hara hit the first of his two RBI-scoring doubles to give the Celtics a 3-1 lead.

“My job is to hit the ball hard and get the guys on base home,” O’Hara said. “They did their job of getting on,

“I was just looking to get a hit, never thought about a home run.

I think I hit a grand slam when I was like 9 years old. It was a 3-2 pitch and was looking fastball. Good things happen when you just try and make contact.”

Jim Jeffries

Providence baseball player who hit a grand slam the sixth inning and we got them in today.”

Minooka scored in the first with singles by Jon and Joe Butler, then Logan O’Brien was hit by a pitch by Celtic starter Garrett Walter to load the bases. Cherokee Lebeau drove in the Indians’ lone run with a sacrifice fly.

“We squandered some opportunities early,” Minooka coach Jeff Petrovic said. “We had runners on base every inning, especially early, but just couldn’t get them in. If we score a few more early, then it’s a different game.

The situations change, there is more pressure to catch up.

“I really like this team. Our pitchers on the front end are good, and Joe was

outstanding today. We are so young up and down the order, but we are as good a defensive team as anyone. This will take a little time, but we will get this right. I’m excited about this season.”

In the sixth inning, Providence sent 13 batters to the plate and collected six hits, two of which were home runs.

Matt Waznis hit his second round-tripper of the young season, a two-run blast to right that scored Dvorak, who had singled to lead off the inning.

The Celtics scored four more runs before Jim Jeffries came to the plate with two out and the bases loaded. He hit a monster shot over the right field fence for his first career grand slam.

“I was just looking to get a hit, never thought about a home run,” Jeffries said. “I think I hit a grand slam when I was like 9 years old. It was a 3-2 pitch and was looking fastball. Good things happen when you just try and make contact.”

Connor Creed picked up the victory, going three innings in relief of Walter. Creed was equally efficient, as he never threw more than 14 pitches an inning.

“Connor did a great job today,” Celtic coach Mark Smith said. “I’m so happy with Garrett. He is coming back from injuries the last two seasons, and we wanted to get a good look at him today and get his feet wet.

“Today was the first time we saw really good pitching. Butler did a great job, but the second time through our lineup, our kids made adjustments, and that was good to see. It’s early, still a long way to go.”

“Today was a good first test,” Waznis said. “Our pitching really stepped it up today, and offensively we have one heck of a lineup from top to bottom.”

AREA ROUNDUP

USF golfers open spring season with another title SUBMITTED REPORTS

GALESBURG – The University of St. Francis men’s golf team opened its spring season with a first-place finish at the Knox College Prairie Fire Classic.

USF and Illinois Central College finished the 36-hole event with identical scores of 593, but the Saints won the title via NCAA tiebreaking procedures.

The championship was USF’s fourth of the season. Huston Gass fired rounds of 71 and 73 on the par-72 course to finish as the runner-up with an even-par total of 144. Paul Schlimm and Austin Gass tied for fourth (71-76, 147) and sixth place (76-75, 151), respectively, while Jason Chobar shared eighth place (77-75, 152).

BASEBALL

Reed-Custer wins twice: The Comets (4-1) beat El Paso-Gridley, 4-0, and Dwight 8-0, getting their fourth shutout and second no-hitter in the finale. Jordan Walden struck out 17 and just missed getting a perfect game, walking a batter on a 3-2 pitch. Tra-

vis Schoonover had three hits. In the first game, Brent Headrick tossed a two-hitter and had 12 strikeouts and no walks. Hunter Murawski smacked a three-run homer.

Plainfield East 8, East Aurora 2: Mike Sullivan (HR, 3 RBIs), Drew DeMumbrum (3 for 3, RBI) and Josh Schuetz (2 for 3) led the Bengals (3-2). Logan Schmitt picked up the win while getting four strikeouts in two innings of relief.

Plainfield South 2, Aurora West 1: Austin Marozas threw the complete-game win for South.

Wilmington 16-10, Gardner-South Wilmington 2-1: Steve Smock had three

hits and three RBIs, Dillon Tjelle drove in three runs, and Brock Bolser scored four times in the opener. Cole Thompson tossed a three-hitter and struck out six. In the second game, Zach Mietzner had four hits and three RBIs, and Josh Jones had three hits.

Kyle Hairald, Rob Van Duyne and Mietzner combined on a two-hitter and struck out 14 batters.

Coal City 8-1, Beecher 4-7: The Coalers (5-2) settled for a split. In the opener, Dillon Siejka went 3 for 4,

while Blake Harseim was 2 for 3. Matt Gubelman struck out six in four innings to pick up the win. In the second game, both teams had four hits, but Beecher capitalized.

both hit solo homers for the Knights (2-1).

Wilmington 16-14, Gardner-South Wilmington 2-0: Kate. Johnstone went 3 for 4 with three RBIs, while Lorri

Oak Lawn 2, Lincoln-Way Central 1: Kucharski drove in four runs, and

Jake Blount threw a four-hitter and struck out 11 while allowing one earned run. Ryan McWilliams went 3 for 4, and Nick Podgorny was 2 for 4.

Miranda Southall and Kucharski combined on a five-inning one-hitter in the second game. In the opener, Kiley Sowa was 3 for 5 with four RBIs, while Johnstone (four runs) and SOFTBALL Kucharski each drove in two runs.

Providence 4, Minooka 2: Kendal The Panthers got two hits apiece from Judge led Providence (1-0) by striking Kylie King and Sydney Perkins in the out 13 and allowing three hits in a com- final game.

Homewood-Flossmoor 6, Lemont plete-game effort. Taylor Young had a two-run double, while Lex Leighton 3: Maddy Venmejan (two RBIs) and Anna Smagacz each went 2 for 4 for also drove in a run.

Joliet Catholic 9-8, Metea Valley Lemont (0-1).

5-3: The Angels won a pair as Sarah Chamberlin had three hits and two MEN’S VOLLEYBALL Penn State 3, Lewis 2: Despite two runs in the opener, while Jen Krizka and Chamberlin had two hits in the freshmen recording double-digit kills, second game. Alyssa Callans won the No. 13 Lewis (15-11) dropped a 23-25, first game, while Gilliam Mantia add- 25-23, 25-18, 13-25, 15-13 nonconference ed three hits and two RBIs. In the fina- decision Friday at No. 10 Penn State. le, Mantia picked up her first varsity Mitch Perinar had 18 kills, five digs and four blocks, two of them solo. Juwin.

Lincoln-Way Central 4, Oak Lawn 1: lian Moses hit .480, with 14 kills and a Abigail Baez and Brittany Schultz pair of aces.

NCAA MEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT – ROAD TO FINAL FOUR

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• ALL-AREA

Top-seeded Jayhawks fall to Wildcats

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Kris Jenkins made two free throws with 13.3 seconds remaining, Jalen Brunson added two more with 3.5 seconds left and second-seeded Villanova upset top-seeded Kansas, 64-59, Saturday night in the NCAA Tournament South Region final to reach the Final Four.

Mikal Reynolds and Josh Hart each made big steals in the final minute to help the Wildcats (33-5) pull off the upset and end the Jayhawks’ 17-game winning streak. The Wildcats are back in the Final Four for the first time since 2009, and they can credit balanced scoring and ferocious defense.

Jenkins, Hart and Ryan Arcidiacono each scored 13 points for the Wildcats, who used a 10-0 run to take a 50-45 lead and get key baskets and plays down the stretch in beating the Jayhawks (33-5).

Devonte’ Graham had 17 points, and Frank Mason III and Wayne Selden Jr. added 16 each for Kansas.

By JIM O’CONNELL The Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA – The day before North Carolina and Notre Dame were to meet for a berth in the Final Four, the talk around the Wells Fargo Center was about a game played two weeks ago.

That would have been the semifinals of the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament, a 78-47 victory for North Carolina over the Fighting Irish. A 31-point blowout just 15 days ago.

“I misplaced it,” Notre Dame coach Mike Brey said about the tape of that game. “Those are the ones that you burn, you don’t go back to. But, certainly, you have to learn from it, and we’ve talked about it a little bit in practice.”

Since that loss, Notre Dame has become the comeback kids of the NCAA Tournament. The Fighting Irish have trailed in the second half of all three of their games, and two have come down to the final seconds.

“They’re playing at a really high level right now. But I think we are as well,” Notre Dame forward Steve Vasturia said. “So especially with one day to get ready for them, we’re so familiar with what they do and they know what we do. So I think mainly for us just going out there and focusing on what we do best and playing with nothing to lose, and that should be good enough for us.”

The matchup between

top-seeded North Carolina (316) and sixth-seeded Notre Dame (24-11) in the East is just one of two all-ACC regional finals. In the Midwest, top-seeded Virginia meets 10th-seeded Syracuse, guaranteeing the ACC a team in the national championship game.

North Carolina players look to another matchup the Tar Heels had with Notre Dame that turned the season around. On Feb. 6, the Fighting Irish won at home, 80-76, and the Tar Heels say that second half is what turned around for them and they have gone 12-2 since that loss.

“First thing we’ve learned is that defense wins championships. We’ve really played well defensively especially at the end of the first half and beginning of the second. And that’s basically what we learned mostly out of that game,” said Brice Johnson, North Carolina’s leading scorer (16.8) and rebounder (10.5). “We can’t let up on them because they’re a very good team and they will make runs during the game. And that’s pretty much it.”

This is North Carolina’s 26th regional final and the Tar Heels have gone on the Final Four a record 18 times, the last in 2009 when they won the last of their five national championships.

For Notre Dame this is its seventh regional final and the Fighting Irish won once, its only Final Four appearance in 1978.

HERALD-NEWS BOYS BASKETBALL 2015-16 ALL-AREA TEAMS

higher on all-area team.

Elijah Ward, Joliet West, 6-5, Jr., F: ExContinued from page 39 cellent defensive player and very athletic London Stamps, Romeoville, 5-11, So., ... Averaged 7.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.9 G: Second on team in scoring and steals ... assists and 1.6 steals.

Justin Windt, Plainfield Central, Two-year starter.

Henry Thompson, Plainfield North, 6-0 6-4, Sr., F: Averaged 10.8 points and 4.1 rebounds ... Four-year varsity player, Sr., G: Averaged 10.8 points, 3 rebounds and 1 assist ... Made 66 of 168 from 3-point finishing career with more than 850 points range for 39.3 percent ... Will play on D-III and 400 rebounds.

Nick Wisz, Lemont, 6-3, Sr., F: All-South level.

Suburban Blue ... Averaged 12.0 points and Drew Travers, Dwight, 6-4, Sr., F: Averaged 17.6 points and 8.8 rebounds while 6.4 rebounds ... Shot .515 from field and .691 from free-throw line. shooting 61 percent from field and 76 percent from free-0throw line through 15 HONORABLE MENTION games ... Missed final 14 games with torn Bolingbrook: Antowine Locke, 6-0, Sr., G ACL, otherwise likely would have landed

Coal City: Christian Johnson, 6-1, Jr., G/F Dwight: Jace Kennedy, 6-4, Sr., F Gardner-South Wilmington: Austin Kavanaugh, 5-9, Jr., G Joliet Catholic: Jared Lenoir, 6-1, Sr., G; Pete Ragen, 6-4, Jr, F Joliet Central: Cameron Blackmon, 5-9, So. G; Jomarre McNair, 5-10, Jr., G; Treveon Ward, 6-2, Sr., F Joliet West: Jason Bingham, 5-11, Jr., G; Eddie Creal, 6-1, So., G Lemont: Austin Tittle, 6-4, Sr., G/F Lincoln-Way Central: Aaron Michalak, 5-10, Jr., G; Isaac Panfil, 6-4, Sr., F Lincoln-Way East: Kyle McDermed, 6-3, Sr., G; Justin Siorek, 6-4, Sr., G; Sam

Shafer, 6-5, So., G Lincoln-Way West: Jay Bumstead, 5-11, Jr., G; Nolan Green, 6-0, Jr., G Lockport: Brandon Credit, 6-0, Sr., G; Matt Smietanski, 6-0, Jr., G Morris: Matt Shaw, 6-2, Jr., G; Tyler Spiezio, 6-4, So., F Plainfield North: Zach Jarosz, 5-9, Sr., G; Bradlee Mills, 6-3, Sr., F Plainfield South: Devin Smith, 6-1, Jr., F; Nick Welter, 6-5, Sr., F Providence: Michael Drew, 6-1, Jr., G Reed-Custer: AJ Simonelli, 6-3, Sr., F Romeoville: Mike Salter, 6-3, Fr., G/F Wilmington: Tyler Fox, Sr., F; Steve Smock, Sr., F

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• Sunday, March 27, 2016

ANAHEIM, Calif. – Buddy Hield was brilliant from start to finish for Oklahoma, scoring 37 points with a fluid jumper and an answer for everything Oregon tried against him defensively.

In fact, there was only one remaining question after Hield climbed a stepladder to cut down the net that he had just set on fire in the West Region final of the NCAA Tournament.

Can Buddyball take the Sooners all the way to their first national title?

Hield hit eight 3-pointers in another utterly dominant performance, and Oklahoma advanced to its first Final Four since 2002 with an 80-68 victory Saturday over Oregon.

“It’s special,” Hield said afterward, a piece of the net tied to his Final Four hat.

“As a kid, you dream of having games like this. ... I’m just happy that we all made it, and we’ve just got to finish it out.”

Jordan Woodard added 13 points for the Sooners (29-7), who streaked to an 18-point lead in the first half and never let the Ducks back in it. Oklahoma is in the Final Four for the fifth time in school history, and coach Lon Kruger is back in college basketball’s biggest showcase for the second time after a 22-year absence.

“It’s about seeing the feelings of satisfaction on the players’ faces,” Kruger said.

“They feel good about this right now, but they’ll feel even better about it years from now. They’ve got a special, special spot.”

The regional final was a monument to the formidable talent of Hield, the Sooners’ senior star who passed on NBA riches for another chance to reach the Final Four.

He carved up the Ducks’ defense from all distances with his smooth outside shot and a knack for momentum-swinging buckets.

Even Orange County resident Kobe Bryant watched admiringly from the stands, prompting some Oregon players to compare Hield to the Lakers’ retiring superstar.

“I’m not Kobe Bryant,” Hield said with an embarrassed grin. “They should not compare me. I just make shots. Me and Kobe (are) in two different classes.”

The Sooners have never won a title, but Hield’s talent suggests history could be made in Houston. Their traveling fans serenaded him with chants of “Buddy! Buddy!” after the final whistle.

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NHL WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF x-Dallas 76 45 22 9 99 247 x-St. Louis 76 45 22 9 99 203 Blackhawks 74 42 25 7 91 205 Nashville 75 39 23 13 91 210 Minnesota 76 37 28 11 85 206 Colorado 75 38 33 4 80 200 Winnipeg 75 31 38 6 68 192 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF x-Los Angeles 74 44 25 5 93 200 x-Anaheim 74 41 23 10 92 194 San Jose 75 41 28 6 88 219 Arizona 74 33 34 7 73 195 Calgary 74 31 37 6 68 204 Vancouver 74 27 34 13 67 169 Edmonton 77 30 40 7 67 189

GA 218 185 185 190 189 212 220 GA 171 177 196 220 234 214 226

EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Florida 75 42 24 9 93 216 184 Tampa Bay 75 43 27 5 91 211 182 Boston 76 40 28 8 88 222 207 Detroit 75 37 27 11 85 192 206 Ottawa 76 34 33 9 77 217 234 Montreal 76 34 36 6 74 201 221 Buffalo 75 31 34 10 72 179 202 Toronto 74 27 36 11 65 181 217 Metropolitan Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA z-Washington 74 53 16 5 111 232 174 N.Y. Rangers 75 43 24 8 94 217 196 Pittsburgh 74 41 25 8 90 211 184 N.Y. Islanders 74 40 25 9 89 208 192 Philadelphia 73 36 24 13 85 192 195 New Jersey 75 36 31 8 80 169 190 Carolina 75 32 28 15 79 183 204 Columbus 75 30 37 8 68 194 233 x-clinched playoff spot Two points for a win, one point for OT loss Saturday’s Results Blackhawks at Calgary (n) Buffalo 3, Winnipeg 2 Pittsburgh 7, Detroit 2 Minnesota 4, Colorado 0 Dallas 4, San Jose 2 Boston 3, Toronto 1 N.Y. Rangers 5, Montreal 2 Anaheim 4, Ottawa 3, OT Florida 5, Tampa Bay 2 St. Louis 4, Washington 0 N.Y. Islanders 4, Carolina 3, OT Nashville 5, Columbus 1 Philadelphia at Arizona (n) Edmonton at Los Angeles (n) Sunday’s Games Blackhawks at Vancouver, 7 p.m.

New Jersey at Carolina, 4 p.m.

Pittsburgh at N.Y. Rangers, 6:30 p.m.

NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE Central Division W L Pct y-Cleveland 52 21 .712 Indiana 38 34 .528 Detroit 39 35 .527 Bulls 36 36 .500 Milwaukee 30 44 .405 Atlantic Division W L Pct x-Toronto 49 23 .681 Boston 42 30 .583 New York 30 44 .405 Brooklyn 21 51 .292 Philadelphia 9 63 .125 Southeast Division W L Pct Atlanta 44 30 .595 Miami 42 30 .583 Charlotte 42 31 .575 Washington 35 37 .486 Orlando 30 43 .411 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct y-San Antonio 61 12 .836 Memphis 41 32 .562 Houston 36 37 .493 Dallas 35 37 .486 New Orleans 26 46 .361 Northwest Division W L Pct y-Oklahoma City 51 22 .699 Portland 37 36 .507 Utah 36 37 .493 Denver 31 42 .425 Minnesota 24 49 .329 Pacific Division W L Pct y-Golden State 65 7 .903 L.A. Clippers 44 27 .620 Sacramento 28 44 .389 Phoenix 20 52 .278 L.A. Lakers 15 57 .208 y-clinched division Saturday’s Results Orlando 111, Bulls 89 Brooklyn 120, Indiana 110 Toronto 115, New Orleans 91 Atlanta 112, Detroit 95 Cleveland 107, New York 93 Utah 93, Minnesota 84 Oklahoma City 111, San Antonio 92 Charlotte 115, Milwaukee 91 Boston at Phoenix (n) Philadelphia at Portland (n) Sunday’s Games Denver at L.A. Clippers, 2:30 p.m.

Dallas at Sacramento, 5 p.m.

Houston at Indiana, 5 p.m.

Philadelphia at Golden State, 7 p.m.

Washington at L.A. Lakers, 8:30 p.m.

GB — 13½ 13½ 15½ 22½ GB — 7 20 28 40 GB — 1 1½ 8 13½ GB — 20 25 25½ 34½ GB — 14 15 20 27 GB — 20½ 37 45 50

DeJesus, Duvall hit 3-run homers, Reds beat Sox

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Todd Frazier had this one circled – his first game against his old team, the Cincinnati Reds.

“When you’re playing your buddy in high school in a rivalry game, you always mark it down,” Frazier said Saturday after his new team, the White Sox, lost to the Reds, 9-7, in a splitsquad game for both teams.

Ivan DeJesus and Adam Duvall each hit three-run homers off Carlos Rodon for Cincinnati.

For his part, Frazier was 2 for 3, including a single leading off the Sox’s six-run fourth inning against Brandon Finnegan.

The Cactus League season is nearly over, but this was the first meeting of the teams. The 30-year-old third baseman, acquired by the Sox in the offseason, said he’d probably play Wednesday

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when the Sox visit the Reds in Goodyear.

“It was fun to see familiar faces,” he said. “It looks like they’re

MAGIC 111, BULLS 89

Bulls’ playoffs hopes sag with loss to Magic

By TERRANCE HARRIS The Associated Press

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Bulls came into Saturday night’s game against Orlando needing to turn things around for their fading playoff chances.

But it was the short-handed Magic, a team long out of the playoff hunt, who seemed to play with the sense of urgency the Bulls needed to have.

Orlando, playing without leading scorers Nikola Vucevic and Victor Oladipo, got points from a collection of role players – including a career-high 18 points and season-high 13 rebounds from Dewayne Dedmon – on the way to an impressive 111-89 win at the Amway Center that sent the Bulls to their third straight loss and put their playoff hopes in serious doubts.

Bulls stars Taj Gibson and Jimmy Butler had expressed their frustration with the late-season slide before Satur-

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day night’s game. The Bulls’ display against another nonplayoff team did little to calm things as they saw their chances to make up ground for the eighth and final playoff in the Eastern Conference take another blow.

The Bulls are two games behind both Indiana and Detroit, which are tied for the last two spots in the conference.

“I sure hope not,” Bulls first-year coach Fred Hoiberg responded when asked if he thinks his team has quit on trying to make a playoff run.

“Obviously, what I’m saying right now, my message isn’t getting across,” he added.

“We’re going to sit in a room and hopefully get it figured out tomorrow.”

There is no denying the frustration among the Bulls’ players, who made mistake after mistake against the Magic.

“Obviously, we’re really struggling right now,” forward Mike Dunleavy said.

Saturday’s Results Cincinnati (ss) 9, White Sox (ss) 7 San Francisco 5, Cubs 2 Atlanta 3, N.Y. Mets 3, tie, 10 innings Baltimore 16, Boston 8 Washington 7, St. Louis 0 Detroit 6, Philadelphia 5 Minnesota 3, Pittsburgh (ss) 0 N.Y. Yankees 4, Toronto 3 Kansas City 5, Oakland 2 Milwaukee 7, Arizona 7, tie Cincinnati (ss) 7, Cleveland 4 Seattle 7, L.A. Dodgers (ss) 6 Colorado 8, Texas 6 L.A. Angels 9, San Diego (ss) 8 Miami vs. Houston (ss), ccd., Rain Tampa Bay 3, Pittsburgh (ss) 1 Houston (ss) vs. San Diego (ss) (n) White Sox (ss) vs. L.A. Dodgers (ss) (n) Sunday’s Games St. Louis vs. Miami, 12:05 p.m.

Minnesota vs. N.Y. Yankees., 12:05 p.m.

Toronto vs. Tampa Bay, 12:05 p.m.

Atlanta vs. Washington (ss) , 12:05 p.m.

Philadelphia vs. Boston, 12:05 p.m.

Houston vs. Detroit, 12:05 p.m.

Washington (ss) vs. N.Y. Mets, 12:10 p.m.

Houston vs. San Diego, 2 p.m.

Seattle vs. Cubs, 3:05 p.m.

White Sox vs. San Francisco, 3:05 p.m.

Milwaukee vs. Cleveland, 3:05 p.m.

Kansas City vs. Oakland., 3:05 p.m.

Cincinnati vs. L.A. Dodgers, 3:05 p.m.

Arizona (ss) vs. Texas, 3:05 p.m.

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Baltimore vs. Pittsburgh, 5:05 p.m.

doing pretty well, so I’m happy for them.”

At the same time, Frazier emphasized he’s with the Sox now.

MESA, Ariz. – Jeff Samardzija, who had struggled badly this spring, retired the first 11 batters and Matt Duffy hit a solo homer as the San Francisco Giants beat the Cubs, 5-2, on Saturday.

Samardzija had entered the game with an 8.53 ERA but allowed just two runs on five hits in six innings. Samardzija got 11 of his 18 outs on ground balls, a formula that works well with the Giants’ stellar infield.

“I loved how I was pitching before, but I was just getting hurt on balls up in the zone,” he said.

“We got rid of those today.”

Duffy went 3 for 4 with three runs scored.

For the Cubs, Addison Russell hit a solo homer off Samardzija in the sixth. Kyle Schwarber went 2 for 4.

– Wire reports

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Local organizations offer variations on Easter egg hunts

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

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t’s something different.

So said Emily Rollins, marketing coordinator for the Romeoville Parks and Recreation Department. Its March 18 Glow-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt, along with pizza with Peter Rabbit as opposed to breakfast with the Easter bunny, was a fun twist on a familiar egg hunt.

Apparently, the community agreed.

About 450 people registered for the pizza event, with most staying for the free hunt. Rollins said both the buckets and the eggs glowed in the dark.

“We did have the football field lights on,” Rollins said, “so it wasn’t too dark.”

An enduring popularity

Easter egg hunts are nothing new.

The History channel said the egg is an ancient pagan symbol of new life, which the Christians associate with Jesus leaving the tomb. Even the government got on board in 1878 by offering an Easter egg roll on the front lawn of the White House.

Today, more than 35,000 people will participate in the 138th annual White House Easter Egg Roll on March 28, according to www.whitehouse.gov/ eastereggroll. In 2014, one Joliet family had the thrill of attending it.

Easter egg hunts aren’t limited to humans or parks. The Forest Preserve District of Will County’s eighth annual Hugs for Hounds on March 26 at Hammel Woods Dog Park in Shorewood features dogs in costumes hunting for treats, according to a district news release. Proceeds go to Shorewood HUGS, which fulfills wishes for people in the community.

The Joliet Slammers offered its sixth annual Easter Candy Run on March 20, when 300 kids trekked onto the baseball field to hunt for confectionery.

“It’s not something kids can typically do,” said Porscha Johnson, manager of corporate partnerships for the Slammers, “and we have a great facility we like to offer to community members.”

But the traditional no-frills Easter

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Children dash to collect eggs at the 2015 Hippity-Hop Easter Egg Hunt at The Timbers of Shorewood. The annual event includes photos with the Easter bunny, a petting zoo, draft horses giving wagon rides, caricature artists, a juggler, a magician, a balloon artist and refreshments.

More online Visit this article at TheHerald-News.com to view a video of the 2016 Hippity-Hop Easter Egg Hunt at The Timbers of Shorewood. egg hunt is far from passé.

About 4,000 kids from birth to age 12 attended the hunts offered by Joliet Park District’s Hartman Recreation Center on March 19. Megan Williams, program coordinator at the center, said about 1,500 attended the hunt at Nowell Park baseball field with the other 2,500 heading over to Heggie soccer field.

The eggs are visible in the field and gathered quickly, Williams said. Some of the eggs contain tickets for prizes, she added.

“It takes a while for them to look through their eggs to see if they’ve won a prize,” Williams said, “but we do a countdown and then they gather.”

Such positive experiences are good for kids, but families in disadvantaged areas often find it difficult to afford or access them, said Amy Sanchez, a staff member with Joliet Unity Movement.

That’s why Unity offered an Easter egg hunt last year and an Easter Eggstravaganza this year.

The latter event took place March 19 at the Spanish Community Center in Joliet. Sanchez said last year’s chilly weather inspired Unity to move this year’s event inside.

Instead of a hunt, the 100 kids that came out enjoyed coloring and dance contests, face painting and a wide variety of games, Sanchez said. After completing a number of activity stations, the kids then received a basket full of eggs.

The move to inside from outside had an unexpected benefit.

“A lot of parents stepped up and got involved,” Sanchez said.

Although parents did follow the kids on the hunt, she added, this year, they were more proactive.

“They said, ‘What can we do to help?’ ” Sanchez said.

A Christian spin

Despite the pagan roots of Easter egg hunts, some churches do offer them. First Presbyterian Church in Joliet has offered one for years, said Bo Mircea, associate pastor of children and family ministries.

This year’s Easter Egg-stravaganza held March 19 included breakfast, the telling of the Easter story, arts and crafts, pictures with the Easter bunny and, of course, an Easter egg hunt. The event attracted about 140 participants, Mircea said.

Along with the church’s desire to offer positive activities to the community in a safe environment and the chance for parents to share with their kids the tradition of their childhood, Mircea feels Easter egg hunts hint at the mystery of God and the wonder of Jesus’ resurrection.

“You go and look for something and it’s not there. Christ is not in the tomb,” Mircea said. “He is the reason for the amazement. That will always capture kids’ heart. I think that’s the message of Easter Sunday: the amazement.”

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Egg-ceptional takes on tradition

Orders can be placed for trees, fish

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The HERALD–NEWS The Will/South Cook Soil & Water Conservation District is currently taking orders for the spring Tree and Fish Sale.

Order forms are available at will-scookswcd.org and can be picked up at the Will/ South Cook Soil and Water Conservation District office during business hours. U.S. Mail, email and fax copies can

also be requested by calling 815-462-3106, ext. 3.

A wide variety of plants, shrubs, and trees are available. Stock ranges in size from 8 inches to 6-foot linear stock, and one-, two- and three-gallon potted stock.

Fish varieties for sale include channel catfish, largemouth bass, redear, hybrid sunfish, hybrid redear, fathead minnows, bluegill, black crappie, triploid grass carp

and albino catfish (new).

Grass carp must be ordered by April 15. All other orders must be received by April 26. Orders are prepaid only.

Orders will be available for pickup April 29 (plant orders only) and April 30 at the district office at 1201 S. Gougar Road, New Lenox. Other items also are available for sale. For information, call 815462-3106, ext. 3.

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Pictured are (front row) Julia Valera, MacKenzie O’Connor, Grace Meagher, Jessica Newby, (middle row) Zoe Manning, Adriana Vaca, Haylee Powers, Brittany Dunn, Michael Vanerka, Corinn Posteluk, (back row) Jordan Dominguez, Noah Garcia, Kara Starasinich, Eric Schuler, Joel Aceves and Kristy Kesselring.

Grant will let Bolingbrook school buy new tech tools Wi-Tronix LLC President Larry Jordan presents a check for $2,500 to Tibbott Elementary School Library Media Center Director Erin Preder as Wi-Tronix officials (from left) Lisa Matta, Duane Hong, Sue Schultz and Mike Heilmann admire a 3-D printer that will be part of the library’s new MakerSpace materials purchased with the grant money.

Joliet W. group interpretation team advances to sectionals The HERALD–NEWS JOLIET – The Joliet West High School group interpretation team received superior recognition at the SWSC Conference Festival and advanced to the sectional competition for its performance of “Alice in Wonderland.” In addition to

earning the highest honor possible as a group, 10 cast members earned an all-cast medal for a stellar individual performance: Noah Garcia, Zoe Manning, Grace Meagher, Jessica Newby, MacKenzie O’Connor, Corinn Posteluk, Eric Schuler, Adriana Vaca, Julia Valera and Michael Vanerka.

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Frankfort member of Illinois Army National Guard honored in Springfield

Taylor Friend (left) and Melissa Knowles will participate in the 2016 Miss Teen Pageant.

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Maj. Gen. Richard Hayes Jr. (right), adjutant general of the Illinois National Guard, shakes hands with and presents the Legion of Merit citation to Col. Mark Jackson of Frankfort during a ceremony Feb. 27 at Camp Lincoln in Springfield. Jackson was honored for his exemplary service to the Illinois Army National Guard.

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Joliet girls competing in teen pageant The HERALD–NEWS

ner will represent Chicago and the surrounding communities at the national competition JOLIET – Taylor Friend and Melissa in Florida.

Knowles, both of Joliet, will participate in the To sponsor Friend or Knowles, contact the 2016 Miss Teen Pageant on April 10. The win- Miss Teen Pageant coordinator at 877-403-6678.

PEOPLE BRIEFS The Kids Run starts at 8 a.m. The 5K/10K starts at 8:30 a.m.

All participants will be eligible for free BOLINGBROOK – The annual Bolingbrook High School Music Boosters plant door prizes, and will get a pasta meal sale is underway with orders due by after the race.

March 31.

All race and registration information is A wide variety of garden plants and available at www.runfastcat.com. vegetables is available by filling out and Then, PEHS will host its fourth annual returning the order form at www.bhsmu- Eastside Shuffle 5K walk and run, 1-mile sicboosters.org. Internet sales will incur Super Sprint and 400 meter Kids Dash a $3 service fee to help defray credit card on April 24 at PEHS, 12001 S. Naperville cost.

Road, Plainfield. All events will start at 9 All orders will be available for pickup a.m. at Door 17 at BHS from 1 to 3 p.m. May Proceeds from this event will benefit 21. All profits will benefit the BHS music the PEHS band boosters organization. program.

All race and registration information is available at pehsband.wix.com/eastsideVeteran ceremony is March 29 shuffle.

at Will County Office Building

VVSD middle school spellers perform well at spelling bee

Two Valley View School District 365U students finished in the top 15 at Thursday night’s Will County Middle School Spelling Bee at Lockport East High School.

Humphrey Middle School seventh-grader Samantha Welko wound up in a tie for eighth.

Lukancic Middle School eighth-grader Arta Osmani, who finished in the top five in the county last year, tied for 14th place this year.

Three other VVSD students were among the 46 spellers from around the county who were seeking a trip to the National Spelling Bee in Washington.

Brooks Middle School eighth-grader Simran Sanghera and Jane Addams Middle School eighth-grader Akilah Essex tied for 16th, going out in the fourth round.

Martinez Middle School eighth-grader Abdullah Shoaib finished in a tie for 22nd place.

The HERALD–NEWS LOCKPORT – Lockport Township High School District 205 announces the students in the top 10 percent of the Class of 2016.

The students are Daniel Abram, Giovanni Adames, Karalyn Adams, Lukas Aleksonis, Samantha Altmann, Yasmeen Amro, Jacob Anderson, Alexander Babicz, Anthony Baio, Jacob Barrett, Julia Becker, Karsyn Bird, Madison Bohlin, Keegan Bramlet, Yaser Bustami, Madison Callahan, Raquel Caneva, Arturas Caplinskas, Grant Conklin, Jessica Cozen, Jonathan Cruz, Benjamin Cryer, Mariah Dicksen, Jack Dilger, Kayla Donovan, Drew Doubleday, Eric Fast, Ethan Filzone, Lauren Finnegan, Angela Fiore, Hannah Foley, Sydney Gangas, Alexander Garcia, Rachael Gorecki, Ryan Gorz, Samantha Gray, Nathan Griffin, Michael Gurule, Jessica Haas, Michelle Hajduk, Emily Hankins, Kai Hardy, Megan Harms, Daniel Harris, Scott Heinz, Cassidy Henson, Fidel Herrera, Nolan Horan, Jacob Huber, Brittany Hughes,

Emily Hypta, Olivia Jilek, Malari Jones-Richards, Gabrielle Kasperek, Clare Kolacki, David Kordaczka, Matthew Kozak, Allison Kozuch, Braden Kramer, Brooke Kramer, Luke Kroll, Annette Krupa, Kahley Kubal, Sarah Lallky, Jade Layug, Daniel Lee, Kaitlyn Lewandowski, Tamara Lipsa, Jeremy Luczak, Ashley Mathius, Amber McElroy, Meagan Medendorp, Nikkoh Alejandro Mendoza, Melanie Milewski, Paulina Miszczak, Jordan Mleczko, Kari Moore, Kassem Moukahal, Mikolaj Nowobilski, Chigozie Nwachukwu, Chikezie Nwachukwu, Ryan O’Callaghan, Massimo Onesto, Shayne Oster, Rahul Parikh, Virginia Pastorek, Sarah Regotti, Luis Rendon, Isaac Rogers, Ryan Sadler, Amber Salutric, Taylor Sass, Jacob Skrobin, Kevin Skulski, Sharlene Solis, Sean Stimac, Lauren Stoch, Karol Styrczula, Christopher Sulich, Daniel Szeliga, McKinley Timm, James Tomaszewski, Sarah Wagner, Sean Wallace, Mary West, Sydney Woerly, Rebecca Yaeger, Allison Yates, Samantha Zanches-Zamudio, Emily Zaplatosch and Daniel Zapotoczny.

Anthony & Dorathy Gutierrez

65th Anniversary

Annual ‘Women of the Year’ nominations sought

On April 12, the Herald-News will continue its long-standing tradition of publishing the community’s “Women of Plainfield North, East will hold the Year.” running and walking events We invite area churches and organizaPLAINFIELD – Both Plainfield North and tions to submit a brief biography on their East high schools will hold community honorees (no more than two paragraphs running and walking events in April to benefit their students and area charities. or 200 words), along with a photo (jpg First, PNHS will hold its fifth annual Fast format) and daytime contact information Cat 5K/10K and 1-mile Kids Run on April 2 to news@theherald-news.com.

Submission deadline is April 6. at PNHS, 12005 S. 248th St., Plainfield.

Direct questions to Denise M. BaProceeds will benefit the PNHS track team. The team also will make a donation ran-Unland at 815-280-4122 or dunland@ shawmedia.com. to the children of former PNHS teacher Sue Triplett, who died in October.

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Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Gutierrez of Joliet, Illinois, will celebrate their 65th anniversary with family on Easter Sunday.

They were married on March 24, 1951, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Washington, Illinois.

Anthony retired from Joliet Township High School on 8/30/1990, where he served as Assistant Principal at Joliet Central.

Dorathy retired from St. Joseph’s Medical Center on 4/19/1991, where she was a Buyer in the Purchasing Department.

They have 3 children: Lisa (Creig) Zook of Shorewood, IL, James (Marybeth) Gutierrez of Plainfield, IL and Edward (Robin) Gutierrez of Gurnee, IL. They have 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

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JOLIET – Join the Louis Joliet Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution as it honors veterans who served during the Vietnam era with a special commemorative flag raising ceremony.

The ceremony will be 7:30 a.m. March 29 at the Will County Office Building, 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet.

It will include opening remarks from Mary Erhardt, regent of Louis Joliet Chapter NSDAR, and Cyndi Valencia, Illinois State Organization DAR Service for Veterans chairperson; Herbert Brooks, pastor at St. Johns Baptist Church in Joliet, will lead the prayer.

The Louis Joliet Chapter NSDAR also will participate in a wreath laying ceremony at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. The ceremony will begin at 9 a.m.

The public is welcome.

At 5 p.m. the commemorative flag at the Will County Office will be lowered.

The ceremony will include remarks from Erhardt and Valencia, and taps by Post 1080, Joliet.

All veterans, especially Vietnam veterans, are invited to attend.

For more information, call Valencia at 815-693-7926 or Lona Jakaitis at 815744-632.

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Gary Cheney (center) received the 2015 J.D. Ross Extraordinary Service Award. Pictured with him are Margo McDermed (left) and Patricia Deiters (right).

Liberty student council completes service project The HERALD–NEWS

ty service project of making hand-tied fleece blankets that NEW LENOX – Members were donated to Daybreak of the Liberty Junior High Center in Joliet.

School student council reOn Jan. 29, they took a cently completed a communi- field trip to the shelter for a

short tour and to deliver the blankets.

The blankets will be given to children who arrive at the shelter as part of a comfort kit.

Deborah Smith (center) received the 2015 J.D. Ross Extraordinary Service Award. Pictured with her are Michelle Meyer and Andy Mihelich.

JJC trustees give J.D. Ross Extraordinary Service Award The HERALD–NEWS JOLIET – The Joliet Junior College Board of Trustees honored two District 525 residents and JJC alumni, Gary Cheney and Deborah Smith, with the 2015 J.D. Ross Extraordinary Service Award at the March 8 meeting.

Cheney, of New Lenox, was nominated by State Rep. Margo McDermed, R-Mokena, for his work with his organization ShareFest, which he founded in 2007.

ShareFest, which began as a one-day festival of compassionate community service, is

now a year-round opportunity for hundreds of volunteers to commit their time, talents and treasures to helping those in need.

Smith, of Lockport, was nominated by JJC business professor Michelle Meyer for her volunteer work with numerous organizations and the programs she created to help underprivileged individuals and children throughout JJC’s district.

For more information about the ESA and to see past winners, visit www.jjc.edu/boardof-trustees/service-award/ Pages/default.aspx

How to submit People submissions can be emailed to news@theherald-news. com. Photos should be sent as attachments to an email. Submissions are subject to editing for length, style and grammar and run as space is available.

Students at Chesterbrook Academy preschool in Shorewood raised more than $200 to buy materials to create 25 handmade blankets for the Lambs Fold Center for Women and Children. Students sold homemade cookies, brownies and other treats to fellow students and families.

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Plainfield preschool class learns about firefighting Students in Courtney Aquilino’s morning preschool class at Bonnie McBeth Early Learning Center in Plainfield get close to firefighting gear as part of a visit Feb. 24 from Chief Brian Rimbo with CITGO Petroleum Corp. Rimbo visited Aquilino’s classes because the students are learning about community helpers such as firefighters, police officers and doctors this week.

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Pictured are (front row, from left) Shey Settles, Natalia Lopez, Madison Kosel, Madisen Tomaszewski, Morgan Hujda, Carly Kaiser, (back row, from left) Nina Zulanas, Jada Bills, Sena Settles, Gianna Cabada and Lily Olson. Not pictured: Kara Jones and Gretchen Nenn.

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On Feb. 13, the Poms team from Troy Middle School took second place in the Junior High Pom category at the Illinois Drill Team Association state finals in Springfield. In addition, they competed in the Junior High Pom Dance category and took fifth place. The girls were coached by Jennifer Cryder.

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Joliet Township HS staff Troy places 2nd in Pom division, 5th in pom/dance presents at state conference The HERALD–NEWS The Troy Poms team, of Troy Community School District 30-C, finished second in the IDTA State Pom competition and fifth in the State Pom/Dance competition, Junior High Divisions, held Feb. 13 in Springfield.

The team had advanced to the Illinois Drill Team Association’s state competition after placing second in pom and fourth in Pom/ Dance at a regional competition in Villa Grove. It also placed first in pom/dance and second in pom at the regional competition in Dunlap earlier in the season.

Team member Hannah Cemeno was recognized individually for her performance at the Dunlap competition, and Nina Romac at the Villa Grove competition, both earning “Rising Star” awards that are based on technique, performance and ability.

Troy Poms team members are Hannah Cemeno, Brianna Hoffman, Mackenzie Kaluza, Gabriella Manriquez, Zoe McCollum, Brennagh McDonald, Savannah Moser, Karli O’Connell, Mallory Paolucci, Stephanie Peart, Natalie Plunge, Nina Romac, Taina Roman, Lily Rosado, Sophia Sadler, Keelyn Tyrell and Karsyn Williams.

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Forest Preserve District of Will County Master Patrol Officer Dean Klier and Jullo, his German shepherd partner, demonstrate some aspects of their work Feb. 1 to security students at the Joliet Job Corps Center.

The HERALD–NEWS

JOLIET – Joliet Township High School’s Career and Technical Education team members presented at the 86th annual Illinois Association for Career and Technical Education Conference in East Peoria from Feb. 17 to 19.

JTHS conference attendees and presenters included Chris McGuffey, Dale West, John Barber, Jeff Jakob, Dave Popek, Jennifer Pryor, Natalie O’Connell, Mike Russell and Dede Woodard.

The staff of Joliet Township High

School is actively involved in many aspects of IACTE. JTHS instructor Jennifer Pryor was appointed to serve in the role of president of IHOA, the Illinois Health Occupations Association.

Dede Woodard was congratulated with a proclamation from the state of Illinois for serving in the role of IACTE president for the 2015-2016 school year.

Instructor Dale West received the honor of Career and Technical Education Teacher of the Year at the annual IACTE Awards Banquet.

PEOPLE BRIEFS Joliet C. student to attend Hugh O’Brian Leadership Conference

Joliet Central High School student Joanna Zepeda was recently selected to attend the Hugh O’Brian Leadership Conference at Elmhurst College from June 17 to 19. The expense of the conference was paid for by Kiwanis.

Zepeda was selected to attend the conference based on academic merit, integrity, Joanna compassion and overall Zepeda excellence.

The Hugh O’Brian Leadership Conference is designed to help high school sophomores recognize their leadership talents and apply them to become effective, ethical leaders in the home, school, workplace and community.

While at the conference, Zepeda will participate in hands-on leadership activities, meet Illinois leaders and explore her own leadership skills while learning how to lead others to make a positive impact on the

community as well.

Social worker at Indian Trail Middle School in Plainfield receives award

PLAINFIELD – Indian Trail Middle School social worker Cathy Bertrand has been named the 2016 Social Worker of the Year by the School Social Work Association of America – after being named the Illinois Association of School Social Workers 2015 Social Worker Cathy of the Year in August.

Bertrand Bertrand won because of her professionalism, caring and creative approach to supporting students’ needs, according to the national organization. She has also has worked extensively in crisis management in District 202 by serving on committees and speaking to the community.

She was recognized on March 12 at the School Social Work Association of America’s national convention in Baltimore, Maryland.

– The Herald-News

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Pearls Before Swine

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ASK DOCTOR K Anthony L. Komaroff

vertebrae, the bones of your spine, straight. In addition, two long muscles that run from the lower vertebrae to the hips and the buttock muscles help support the back during walking, standing and sitting.

Stretching equally is important for a person plagued by back problems. Supple, well-stretched muscles are less prone to injury. Stretch regularly, but gently.

Don’t bounce, as that can cause injury.

Beginners should start by holding the stretch for five seconds or so, and then gradually build up to roughly 30-second stretches over time.

In addition to exercises that increase the strength and flexibility of your lower back, you should engage in regular aerobic exercise. It has many benefits for general health and also helps prevent back pain. Choose activities that are low in risk and high in benefit for your back.

Swimming, walking and bicycling lead the list.

Talk to your doctor about working with a physical therapist. A therapist can help design a safe and effective exercise program for you.

Once you’ve got that program established, do it regularly. That statement may seem obvious, but I’ve had some patients who seem to think a week of exercises can prevent future back pain forever. If only that were so.

• Write to Dr. Komaroff at www.askdoctork.com or Ask Doctor K, 10 Shattuck St., Second Floor, Boston, MA 02115.

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Dear Dr K: I get back pain every so often. It can last a week and interferes with my life. Can exercises prevent more attacks in the future?

Dear reader: Absolutely yes – if you do them regularly. Exercise is a great way to prevent repeat episodes of low back pain.

The right exercise program will help you build strong, flexible muscles that will be less prone to injury.

There are a lot of people like you who suffer from recurrent back pain. About 80 percent of U.S. adults report having experienced at least one bad episode of back pain. One of the reasons back pain is so common may be we’re out of shape.

What do I mean? Until about a century ago, most human beings were physically active most of the day. The great majority of U.S. citizens lived (and worked) on farms, and that involved a lot of walking and lifting.

You may think of lifting as mainly involving the arms, but lifting something heavy involves using the back, abdominal and leg muscles as well.

Our muscles were built to support a life of frequent physical activity – particularly a lot of walking and lifting. But that’s a life few of us have today, so our muscles tend to get weak and stiff.

Weak muscles – particularly weak back and abdominal muscles – cause or worsen many cases of low back pain.

Stretching and strengthening both your back and abdominal muscles can help prevent a recurrence of the problem.

The best exercises are those that strengthen and stretch the muscles that support your spine. Strong abdominal or flexor muscles help people maintain an upright posture. So do strong extensor muscles, which run up and down the full length of the back. They help keep the

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A decade after mom’s death, boyfriend still is struggling Dear Abby: My boyfriend of 10 years, “Ethan,” lost his mother to suicide 11 years ago on Dec. 31. The first couple of years after her death, he’d put on a happy face during the holiday season. But in recent years, he has gotten more and more moody. I love the season and enjoy making my loved ones happy during this time, but no matter what I do, it doesn’t work for Ethan.

I understand there’s no limit to how long you can mourn someone, especially your mother. I couldn’t imagine losing mine, but how can I get him to not drag everyone down into the funk he puts himself in? I don’t want to downplay Ethan’s emotions, but even when we are opening presents together, he has an “I don’t give a ----” face.

For the past few winters, all we seem to do is argue about nothing or everything. I am at the point of walking on

DEAR ABBY Jeanne Phillips pins and needles around him to avoid being sad during a time I love so much.

I’m at my wits’ end.

He went to therapy for a little while, but stopped because he no longer had the time. (He works two jobs and is on call basically 24/7.) I work as well, and have asked him to quit one of the jobs because he is getting older (mid-40s) and it’s not good for his health. What else can I do? –

No Comfort In Joy Dear No Comfort: Sympathize with

Ethan, tell him it’s clear he is still hurting, and suggest he talk with another therapist because depression may run in his family. You also should tell him his

“funk” is contagious and you would like to be able to enjoy the holidays. Or, consider socializing less with Ethan from October through February and spend the time with others like you who would like to celebrate.

Dear Abby: I’m concerned my great-grandson may be autistic. He is 13 months old. He never laughs or giggles out loud, and his response when spoken to often is expressionless. However, he occasionally will smile slightly, already is walking and says a few words we can understand. He also is extremely hyperactive.

His parents appear oblivious to this behavior, and I wouldn’t dare suggest I may be seeing a problem. My question is: Do all pediatricians check for this at regular visits? My understanding is the earlier the detection, the better to start treatment. – Worried Great-Grammy

Dear Grammy: Pediatricians perform developmental screenings at each and every visit, and any delays out of the ordinary should be investigated further.

Typical autistic features include social interaction difficulties and speech delay.

Autism is a difficult diagnosis to establish since many of the features aren’t apparent at a young age. Most pediatricians will do an M-CHAT (Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers) at 18 months of age. If the M-CHAT reveals areas of concern, a full developmental assessment is recommended.

Because you are worried, you should bring your concerns up with the parents so they can discuss this with their pediatrician.

• Write Dear Abby at www.dearabby. com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

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By EUGENIA LAST

Newspaper Enterprise Association TODAY – Get with the program and make adjustments that will improve your life and future. Recognize and deal with any situation that is holding you back. Some of your relationships will need adjustments if you want to move forward without interference. Make romance and love priorities.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) – Go over your spending habits and assess your financial situation before you decide to make a donation or invest in a joint venture. An impulsive move is likely to be costly.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) – Do something to show the way you feel. Take a course that will encourage advancement or a change of profession.

Personal improvements will pay off.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) – Deception and disillusionment are apparent. Don’t make decisions based on what others tell you. Rumors will lead to a bad choice. Rely on facts and back away from someone using emotional manipulation.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) – Do whatever is required to bring about positive change. Make a suggestion that will bring you and a friend or loved one closer together. Your intuition will not lead you astray.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) – Take personal and professional matters seriously. Someone quite unexpected will make you look bad or thwart your chance to get ahead. Use intelligence and charm to bypass any snag you encounter.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) – Take the initiative

and become a participant. The information you glean from the people you meet will help you find alternative ways to forge ahead. A celebration will lift your spirits.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) – Change your mind if you feel it’s the right thing to do. Don’t feel obliged to do what someone else wants if it doesn’t feel right.

Conservative financial moves are favored.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)– Use your insight to help you deal with domestic situations. Personal gains will develop through an important relationship.

Self-improvement is apparent. Romance is in the stars.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) – Don’t confuse others by sending mixed signals. Stick to the truth and keep moving forward. A new partnership will

offer you something you cannot refuse. Take a leap of faith.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) – If you make plans with friends or family, it will bring you closer together. Accept the help offered by someone you’ve assisted in the past -- it will create equality in your relationship.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) – You’ll come up with an idea that will allow you to use your talents to create a stir or bring in additional income.

Self-improvement projects will bring good results.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) – Reconnecting with someone from your past will help you realize how you can turn a negative into a positive. Romance will improve your personal life.

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properties “Resort Style Living” All Year In Plainfield’s Lakelands This spectacular one-owner home with a finished walkout lower level is located on Lake Walloon. There are maple floors throughout the main level. The great room has a volume ceiling, artist created stained glass windows, fire and ice fireplace with granite surround and raised hearth, surround sound, large windows and access to the deck with gorgeous views of the water! Meal preparing is a breeze in this kitchen that has a 16 foot island, maple cabinets, granite countertops, upgraded stainless steel appliances, Dacor cooktop and oven with warming drawer and a walk-in pantry. The 27x15 master suite has a fireplace, surround sound, huge walkin closet and a recently updated bath with a steam ready shower, bubble jet tub with light system and radiant heated floor. The lower level has a radiant heated floor, remote controlled lighting, family room with a fireplace, 2 bedrooms (1 of which is currently used as an office), full bath and sliding glass doors to a brick paver patio.

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2659 Jodee Drive, Joliet

system, extended dock, boat lift and landscape lighting. All of the windows of this home were new in 2010. This is really a fine home you should see without delay. Multiple photos may be viewed at cbhonig-bell.com…use MLS number 09165002 for quick access.

ABOUT THIS HOME

Address: 22812 Pilcher Rd, Plainfield Size: 2,442 square feet including the Finished walkout lower level, 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths Room Sizes: Great room 21-by-17; living room 14-by-12; kitchen 16-by-16; dining area 14-by-14; family room 26-by-15; master bedroom 27-by-15; additional bedrooms 22-by-15 and 20-by-14 Price: $614,900 Realtor: Sue Dufault of Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell 815-838-2100 or 815-342-8123 or e-mail sdufault@ameritech.net

2 bed, 2 bath home.

Move-in ready! Updated kitchen and baths. 2-car garage.

Blown-in insulation in attic. Full, partially finished basement. Offered at $124,900 Jane Hopkins, 730-1900 x23 MLS#09170633

316 S. Reedwood Drive, Joliet

2 bed, 2 bath end unit in Golfview Estates.

Handicap accessible first floor; no stairs.

Nice sized LR and DR. Back patio. Offered at $104,900 Tom Mulvey, Managing Broker, 730-1900 x22 MLS# 09164792

1210 Douglas Street, Joliet

All brick ranch on double lot! 1 bed, 1 bath. Full bsmt. Hardwood floors. Sunroom with new electric, insulation and drywall.

Offered at $74,900 Tom Mulvey, Managing Broker, 730-1900 x22 MLS# 09142104 2 bed, 2 bath brick ranch. Updated kitchen and main floor bath.

Full, partially finished basement. Screened in porch. Fenced yard.

Offered at $147,500 Tom Mulvey, Managing Broker, 730-1900 x22 MLS# 09158531

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$99,000, 922 Westwood Ave, Joliet 60436-2068, 07-17-229-003-0000, Jennifer R Hernandez to Bruce E Rutkoski Jr & Rebecca D Schmidt Rutkoski, December 8 $175,000, 924 Neufairfield Dr, Joliet 60432-0767, 08-06-308-041-0000, JP BOLINGBROOK Morgan Chase Bank to Micahel Thomas $207,000, 926 Brompton Cir, BolingSterba, May 22 brook 60440-1495, 02-08-432-007$190,500, 918 Neufairfield Dr, Joliet 0000, Patrick W Dougherty to Jonathan 60432-0767, 08-06-308-044-0000, C Li & Sarah C Li, March 19 Bayview Loan Servicing LLC to Arnie J Albrecht, January 15 BRAIDWOOD $134,000, 924 Magnolia Dr, Joliet $136,500, 913 N Center St, Braidwood 60435-3014, 06-01-404-018-0000, Fan60408-2317, 24-05-401-007-0000, Bernie Mae to Norma Rodriguez, July 28 nadine Wisniewski to Michael Deninger, $223,000, 921 Neufairfield Dr, Joliet September 3 60432-0768, 08-06-306-075-0000, $135,000, 920 N Mabel Ct, Braidwood Matthew J Murphy to Adam Dilworth & 60408-1466, 24-06-402-013-0000, Michelle Dilworth, July 29 Cindy L Pearce to Edward James Holt, $74,000, 925 Highland Ave, Joliet March 13 60435-4620, 07-04-320-017-0000, Valeria A Wilmette Estate to Diana Moreno, ELWOOD December 11 $167,000, 904 Meadowbrook Rd, El$148,900, 918 Sheila Dr, Joliet 60435wood 60421-6009, 11-20-105-006-0000, 3026, 06-01-407-004-0000, Nicholaus J Terrence J Garvey to Kristen Busby & Bauer to Chrisian A Diaz, July 23 Michael Busby, February 9 $80,500, 917 Waverly Pl, Joliet 604354538, 07-05-417-008-0000, Kenneth W FRANKFORT $300,000, 9155 Arbour Walk Dr, Frank- Baker to Kayra Jimenez, September 25 $50,000, 916 Elizabeth St, Joliet fort 60423-8814, 09-22-414-021-0000, 60435-4604, 07-04-413-005-0000, Hud John C Dudley to Howard L Pampel & to Billy A Bryan, January 14 Dorothy M Pampel, April 24 $43,000, 915 N Hickory St, Joliet $414,000, 9254 Shimmering View Ct, 60435-6219, 07-04-414-022-0000, Hsbc Frankfort 60423-9140, 09-15-105-040Bank Usa Trustee to Primitivo M Medina 0000, Ryan N Connelly to Michael P & Ernesto A Medina Rivera, December 22 Fuller & Jillian Fuller, August 3 $65,000, 914 Oakland Ave, Joliet $635,000, 9255 W Stuenkel Rd, Frank60435-4627, 07-04-319-007-0000, First fort 60423-8567, 13-10-100-014-0000, Fsb to James G Mcnamara, January 13 Thomas Hornik to George Zois & Laura $43,000, 913 Summit St, Joliet 60435Zois, August 7 4607, 07-04-413-022-0000, Illinois $426,000, 9257 Vesper Ln, Frankfort Housing Dev Authority to Mohammad 60423-3154, 09-22-126-022-0000, Tariq Chaudhry, May 15 Crawford Trust to Michael D Perry, $67,500, 913 Oakland Ave, Joliet October 9 60435-4626, 07-04-318-022-0000, Us $462,000, 9267 Shimmering View Bank Trust Na Trustee to German ArgueCt, Frankfort 60423-9160, 09-15-105ta & Marilynn Kamuda, December 7 043-0000, Countryside Bank Trustee $45,500, 913 N Center St, Joliet 60435to Calvin E Washington Jr & Staci V 4611, 07-04-323-021-0000, Pennymac Washington, January 8 Holdings LLC to Vincente Lopez & Monica $455,000, 9237 Maura Ct, Frankfort Lopez, February 6 60423-9201, 09-15-105-053-0000, Tena $42,000, 906 W Park Ave, Joliet A Ventress Soller to Mark Stelmar & 60436-2033, 07-17-414-013-0000, FanCheryl Stelmar, May 28 nie Mae to Roberto Aguirre, February 10 $295,000, 9221 Friar Way, Frankfort $114,000, 919 Wilcox St, Joliet 6043560423-3157, 09-22-126-024-0000, Gar4658, 07-04-317-021-0000, Mary T Sova rett T Jones to Cynthia Lynch, March 16 $305,000, 9170 Arbour Walk Dr, Frank- to Victor Guzman, June 1 $100,000, 929 Wilcox St, Joliet 60435fort 60423-8812, 09-22-413-057-0000, Triezenberg Trust to Thomas A Grabarek 4658, 07-04-317-016-0000, Norman K Sutton to Julio Bernal Diaz, December 7 & Margaret Grabarek, December 18 $45,000, 928 N Hickory St, Joliet 60435-6220, 07-04-419-004-0000, Jose JOLIET Bonilla to Jose Luis Silva, September 24 $118,500, 921 Vine St, Joliet 60435$49,000, 927 N Raynor Ave, Joliet 4638, 07-04-322-013-0000, Jason A Meister to Elsa Espinosa Diaz, June 26 60435-4652, 07-05-419-027-1000,

TRANSACTIONS

Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp to Thomas Thomas J Olik, August 10 Sittinger & Elizabeth Sittinger, January 14 $279,000, 928 Runyan Dr, Lockport 60441-3735, 04-24-322-013-0000, Frank C Mitchell to Ryan R O Donnell, May 1 LEMONT $91,000, 915 Maitland Dr, Lockport $294,000, 909 Hillview Dr, Lemont 60439-4333, 22-29-233-007-0000, Bel- 60441-3714, 04-24-318-026-0000, Va to sha Trust to Timothy W Galos & Meredith Susan M Mcgee, April 2 N Galos, February 17 $435,000, 93 Doolin St, Lemont 60439- MOKENA 4460, 22-30-406-013-0000, Regan Trust $169,900, 9218 Magnolia Ave, Mokena 60448-9328, 09-10-316-014-0000, to William D Kelly Iii & Susan C Kelly, F&H of Il LLC to John Ippolita & Melissa June 30 Schmitz, April 17 $292,500, 1141 Amber Dr, Lemont $327,500, 9271 Birch Ave, Mokena 60439-8573, 22-28-311-027-0000, Boor Jr Trust to Dennis E Hinz & Linda A Hinz, 60448-8326, 09-10-115-011-0000, Thomas Paulus to Mark A Holzhauser & February 29 $574,000, 13070 Waterford Dr, Lemont Lindsey S Holzhauser, July 9 $190,000, 9203 W Westinghouse 60439-2763, 22-35-210-005-0000, Inspired By Design LLC to Matthew Skas Ct, Mokena 60448-8892, 09-03-326061-0000, Robert K Keenan to Sarah L & Megan Cleary, February 18 Homerding, September 8 $160,000, 9251 W Stanford Ct, Mokena LOCKPORT 60448-8600, 09-03-327-100-0000, $223,000, 917 Runyan Dr, Lockport Bayview Loan Servicing LLC to Erica L 60441-3734, 04-24-324-001-0000, Richard J Heiy Estate to Edward M Travis, Hoffman, December 26 $262,000, 9281 Elm Ave, Mokena October 26 60448-8345, 09-10-117-001-0000, Rich$62,000, 922 S Washington St, Lockport 60441-3441, 04-23-401-005-0000, ard Ermel to Kevin Patras & Katherine Patras, June 24 Bailey Trust to Shannon A Houdek & $153,000, 9206 Magnolia Ave, Mokena William T Houdek, May 7 60448-9328, 09-10-317-013-0000, Frank $80,000, 916 S Washington St, Lockport 60441-3441, 04-23-401-004-0000, Erno to Brian S Hofmann, September 28 $168,000, 9224 W Huntington Ct, MoRobert Sanguinetti to Leonard Weber, kena 60448-8897, 09-03-327-085-0000, November 20 Charles Morinec to Kristy L Onyszko, May $152,000, 926 E 8th St, Lockport 28 60441-3706, 04-24-300-023-0000, $310,000, 9227 April Ln, Mokena Kathleen F Schmucker to Antoinette M 60448-8328, 09-10-116-007-0000, Jason Wichert, December 1 D Teel to Christopher Day & Sarah Day, $150,000, 926 E 7th St, Lockport August 8 60441-3702, 04-24-112-008-0000, LBS $311,000, 9230 Willow Ln, Mokena Holdings Worldwide Inc to Kimberly A 60448-9335, 09-10-117-011-0000, David Wegner & Kyle B Whisenhunt, June 10 $110,000, 928 E 1st St, Lockport 60441- R Rubino to Christopher Zemke & Theresa Zemke, October 1 3215, 04-24-103-017-0000, HSBC Bank $279,000, 9231 Birch Ave, Mokena USA Trustee to Edward Ricker & Marga60448-8325, 09-10-116-003-0000, Legret Ricker, December 1 no Trust to Matthew J Wikel & Jennifer $130,000, 930 Maitland Dr, Lockport Wikel, May 22 60441-3715, 04-24-315-015-0000, Cagwin Trust to Frank E Soverino & Erin R $147,000, 9231 W Huntington Ct, Mokena 60448-8898, 09-03-327-062Mulligan, February 1 0000, Carol Busha to James S Weimer & $55,000, 915 Madison St, Lockport 60441-3431, 04-23-405-012-0000, Inher- Sarah Sippel, April 17 $155,000, 9237 Magnolia Ave, Mokeitance Homes LLC to Alex Jump, May 28 na 60448-8906, 09-10-312-015-0000, $180,100, 913 Thornton St, Lockport 60441-3228, 04-24-103-002-0000, Orp Wmsy Properties LLC 9237 Magno to James T Durkin, December 17 LLC to Wojciech Drozdz, July 1 $170,000, 913 S State St, Lockport 60441-3613, 04-23-317-004-0000, Drew NEW LENOX $200,000, 929 Ogden Rd, New Lenox Trust to Armando Duran, April 21 60451-2235, 08-21-409-016-0000, Citi$248,000, 922 S Washington St, Lockbank Na Trustee to Lyndsey Schumacher, port 60441-3441, 04-23-401-005-0000, May 13 William T Houdek to Christina L Filippo $185,000, 914 E Bentley Rd, New Lenox Bergbower, December 16 60451-3618, 08-22-479-008-0000, $135,000, 925 Thornton St, Lockport 60441-3228, 04-24-103-005-0000, • Continued on page 60 Edward Stapinski Estate to Mary Olik &

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Tucked away on a secret little street at the perimeter of Minooka you will find this handsome English County Manor on 3 breath taking acres. Related living needs are easily accomplished in this 3,000 sq.ft. all brick home with full basement, 2 car attached & 2 car detached garage. 4 bedrooms including main floor master suite, 3 full baths and main floor laundry/mud room cover the desires of most buyers. Custom characteristics include brand new hardwood floors throughout main level, freshly painted white trim, plantation shatters, and remodeled bathrooms. The floor plan is unique in its offering of family room, dining room & kitchen space that feels open, yet intimate, at the same time.

Kitchens don’t come larger than this one with an abundance of custom cabinetry and counter top space, a cheery breakfast room complimented by multiple windows complete the heart of this home. The backyard of this home has “just in time” summer offerings of a gazebo, hot tub and fire pit. All this combined with Minooka Schools and the low taxes associated with unincorporated property make a real value at $410,000.

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60451-2032, 08-23-205-018-0000, Samuel D Carter to Scott Terlep & Virginia Fannie Mae to Crystal Howlett, NovemEasley, May 28 ber 11 $260,000, 821 Buckboard Dr, New Le$247,000, 929 S Cedar Rd, New Lenox nox 60451-1337, 08-10-204-022-0000, 60451-2206, 08-21-411-014-0000, Chica- Russell J Chobot to Jeffrey T Slawinski & go Mutual Real Estate Grp to Eric J Narel Kristina L Slawinski, February 9 & Stephanie L Glenna, January 22 $250,000, 925 Southgate Rd, New Le$252,800, 925 Wren Ct, New Lenox nox 60451-2257, 08-22-308-020-0000, 60451-8571, 08-33-102-010-0000, HUD Amalfi Holdings I LLC to Leah Harris, to Grant M Garza & Kathleen Marie Bum- February 3 ba Garza, December 4 $167,400, 925 Wisconsin Rd, New Le$278,000, 920 Harmoni Ln, New Lenox nox 60451-2263, 08-21-408-007-0000, 60451-2092, 08-14-402-021-0000, Matthew R Newman to Shaun Andres, Robert A Fronek to James Bumba & Tracy September 16 Rae Bumba, February 17 $150,000, 930 S Pine St, New Lenox $315,000, 914 Krystal Ln, New Lenox 60451-2242, 08-21-411-006-0000, Bank 60451-3251, 08-23-115-008-0000, Ann of America Na to Maekin Chanpaibool & Mcshane Estate to Anthony D Kressel, Luksana Chanpaibool, May 15 March 18 $135,400, 921 Shagbark Rd, New Lenox ROCKDALE 60451-3103, 08-28-305-011-1000, Whit$86,500, 917 Meadow Ave, Rockdale lock Trust to Isabel G Avila, September 3 60436-2409, 07-19-206-019-0000, $234,808, 921 Southgate Rd, New Fannie Mae to Peter A Polesel & Marlene Lenox 60451-2257, 08-22-308-019M Polesel, February 26 0000, Anthony P Blankenberger to David P Smith, July 14 ROMEOVILLE $351,000, 931 S Pine St, New Lenox $175,500, 93 Canterbury Trl, Romeo60451-2241, 08-21-410-012-0000, Larry ville 60446-1676, 03-12-206-009-0000, Jared S Johnson to Daniel R Gallacher, Emmick to Anthony R Eberhart, April 13 $224,000, 923 E Joliet Hwy, New Lenox March 25

$100,000, 929 E Savannah Dr, Romeoville 60446-4123, 04-05-217-061-0000, Bayview Loan Servicing LLC to Jason P Szczesniak, July 15 $205,000, 92 Kenilworth Ct, Romeoville 60446-4272, 04-07-112-048-0000, Lenoyf Gerrod Collins Ii to Justin C Dinkins, January 13 $124,000, 92 Canterbury Trl, Romeoville 60446-1674, 03-12-201-142-0000, Bank of America Na to Adriana Mendoza & Angel Zarazua, July 21

SHOREWOOD

$212,000, 915 Colonade Rd, Shorewood 60404-9140, 06-16-304-012-0000, Michael Robinson to Joseph A Leonard Jr & Christine M Scheidt, May 21 $273,000, 929 Nightshade Ln, Shorewood 60404-9545, 06-05-403002-0000, Kenneth P Jepsen to Adam Degroot & Meagan L Lewandowski, December 7 $393,000, 927 Nightshade Ln, Shorewood 60404-9545, 06-05-403-0030000, Ryland Group Inc to Jerome C Summers & Helen Summers, February 6 $285,000, 913 Marion Dr, Shorewood 60404-9503, 06-04-307-012-0000, Eric Bowyer to Justin D Douglas & Sara K Douglas, September 14

$291,000, 931 Nightshade Ln, Shorewood 60404-9545, 06-05-403-0010000, Ryland Group Inc to Christopher Stanley Jajko & Anne Marie Jajko, June 26 $305,000, 923 Nightshade Ln, Shorewood 60404-9545, 06-05-403-0050000, Ryland Group Inc to Jose I Ponce & Maria T Ponce, December 9 $220,000, 926 Light Shade, Shorewood 60404, 06-05-401-003-0000, Bayview Loan Servicing LLC to Michael Keith Mcdonald & Kristen Marie Shimonis, February 19

WILMINGTON

$172,500, 914 Phyllis Dr, Wilmington 60481-1658, 17-36-404-020-0000, Margie W Walcher to Glen Vanduyne & Jill Vanduyne, August 14 $104,000, 920 N Kankakee St, Wilmington 60481-1138, 17-25-102-016-0000, Robert A Crawford to Adam Poulos, September 4 $235,000, 926 Manchester Ct, Wilmington 60481-2329, 17-36-407020-0000, Donald V Lupinski to Daniel D Menz & Lisa D Menz, September 25 $155,000, 931 Jo Ann Dr, Wilmington 60481-1651, 17-36-403-006-0000, Calvin N Walker to Richard F Brockman & Barbara J Brockman, October 3

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1000 W. JEFFERSON ST., JOLIET Great location for business, professional or medical – 4700+ Sq. Ft. in brick and vinyl building with 45+ parking spaces, front and rear – Very high traffic area – Owner will build out to suit – Southwest corner of Jefferson St. and Wheeler – Call Nancy Freeman for details (815-741-3100) or email nfreeman221@comcast.net

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15711 W Dungarvan Dr…Exceptional over 1500 sq ft townhouse with numerous upgrades thruout! 2 bedrooms plus office/craft room up, Corian counters in both full baths, 14x16 living room has corner gas fireplace & built-in shelving. All appliances stay, epoxy garage floor has lifetime warranty, private backyard patio. Asking $169,900. Call Jayne today for a private showing at 815-405-1738 plus view even more photos at www.jaynesellshomes.net

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Spacious ranch on large wooded lot w/4 bdrms, 3 baths & 2.5 garage with extra storage. Partially finished basement with wet bar, electric fireplace and pool table is perfect for entertaining. Kitchen with island dining area has sliding glass doors leading out to deck. All appliances stay. Relax in the hot tub off of the deck while enjoying the view of the decorative pond and secluded backyard. Shared boat dock on adjacent lot. Call Melissa or view property at www.mcresong.illinoisproperty.com

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Neat and roomy townhouse in the best location – End unit facing forest preserve – Very private – end unit in the rear – Like a single family home – Large attached 2 car garage – oak cabinets in eat-in kitchen – lower level family room with 3rd bedroom – den on main level could be 4th bedroom – 2 full baths – fireplace in living room – master bedroom with shared bath and walk-in closet – close to schools and shopping and I-55 – unit being sold “AS IS”

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St. Jude's Novena Warehouse

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Also call 815-467-0198 for any questions.

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EOE Vet/Disabled Drug test and Background check required for employment

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Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the helpless, pray for us.

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Will train the right person. Competitive wage, company paid health care benefits, and paid time off. Interested call 708-339-3400 or send resume to resume@ashlandpropane.com or fax 708-339-9900 MECHANIC - full time Apply at: Shorewood Home & Auto, 1002 W. Jefferson, Shorewood

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Search under current opportunities, logistics, search under Minooka, IL. Use req# 2016-24643 for Full - Time when applying to the material handler/ forklift operation position.

Also call 815-467-0198 for any questions.

EOE Vet/Disabled Drug test and Background check required for employment

Must have own tools. Competitive wages. Health Insurance, Vacation pay. Apply at: Joliet Suspension 809 S. Larkin Ave. Rockdale, IL. 60436 Call: 815-729-0356

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Joliet Woodlawn Memorial Park, Next to Swan Pond 2 adjoining lots and 1 single lot, $1500/ea.

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WE’RE HIRING!!!

IMMEDIATE MANUFACTURING POSITIONS @WORK PERSONNEL Our Local *NEW Location* has expanded to the area of Joliet, IL Now accepting applications for the following positions:

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Joliet West - 316 N. Hickory, Lower 2 Bedroom

New kit & bath $750 + sec, avail 4/15. 630-730-3323

Joliet/Kungs Way, 1BR, Laundry in Building No pets/smkg, $700/mo + dep. 815-954-9620

Minooka Very Nice Quiet Location, Large 2BR

W/D, no pets/smoking, $865/mo 815-255-2558

Maintenance Mechanic/ Electrician Our rubber manufacturing facility in Morris, Illinois has a 2nd shift opening for an experienced maintenance mechanic with industrial electrical troubleshooting skills.

The ideal candidate has the ability to troubleshoot various pneumatic, mechanical and hydraulic systems at the component level on all equipment with minimal guidance.

Properly maintain and repair equipment in a very fast paced and high production work environment.

Job Requirements: Minimum of 3 years of work experience in a manufacturing environment required; Analyze and diagnose problems involving mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and PLC’s; Must be able to demonstrate a good “hands on” working approach; Possess an advanced understanding of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner; A strong safety record; Willingness to be flexible in assignments, priorities and shifts depending on projects, production needs and weekend coverage; Good fabrication skills; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Competitive wage and benefits package.

E-mail resume and cover letter to ag.resumes@sponge-cushion.com fax to 815-942-9636.

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Ingals Park 2 Bedroom with Loft, $750/mo

Camper ~ 5th Wheel, 38', 3 Slide-Outs

Joliet West 3BR, Appl, A/C, W/D Hook-Up, $950 + dep Joliet East 2BR w/garage, appl, A/C, W/D, $825 + dep 815-773-2952

Plus many extras, W/D, must see! $25,500.

No reasonable offer refused. 859-983-1161 1978 Harley Davidson Super Glide FX 1200.

Custom re-built. $6000 630-846-1012

MOTORCYCLES WANTED

All makes, cash paid, reasonable. Will pick-up.

630-660-0571

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Twin Oaks Spacious 2BR, Appl, D/W, Blt in Micro Sep dining, mirrored closet doors, 2 A/C, ceil fans, blinds, available now.

815-744-5141 Twin Oaks West, Spotless 3BR, 1.5BA, Sep Dining Appl, D/W, blt in micro, ceil fans, 3 A/C, elec entry.

Free carport.

815-744-5141 West of St. Joe's Hosp, Nice 2BR, 1st Floor, Appl, Ceil fans, 2 A/C, lots of closets, free heat, move in ready.

815-744-1155

+ $750 deposit, no pets.

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Newly updated, clean furnished rooms, elevator, utilities incl, $450-$500/mo. 815-722-1212

Joliet~ Big Clean, Furnished, Wood Floors, Fridge, Microwave, Laundry, Elevator, On Bus Line. $105/wk. $455/mo 815-726-2000 MORRIS ~ COMPLETELY FURNISHED 2nd Floor Please call: 815-409-7130 MCC STORAGE Fenced In 20% Discount 815-942-2256 OR 423-488-2906

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JOLIET, Woodlawn Terrace Woodbridge Rd., Eiegant st 1 Floor, Enormous 2 BR. Spacious end unit. 1494 sq. ft.

Courtyard view. $124,900. Call: 815-714-2611

Florist, Greenhouse & Garden Center

Owners of this 125 year old business seeking buyers to continue this family owned co located in a progressive, stable, central IL community. This business services a large area with a good volume of commercial, residential, retail and wholesale accounts. Contact Schrof Companies, Inc. for details. 309-662-3200

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PUBLIC NOTICE Will County Clerk's Office Assumed Business Name Certificate of Registration of Ownership of Business

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 12TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY JOLIET, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage LLC Plaintiff, vs.

Charles E. Campbell a/k/a Charles E. Campbell Jr.; Bank of America, NA; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; Richard Kuhn, as Special Representative for Charles E. Campbell a/k/a Charles E. Campbell Jr. Defendants.

Case No. 15 CH 02479 Notice to Heirs and Legatees.

Notice is hereby given to you, the Unknown Heirs and Unknown Legatees of the decedent, Charles E. Campbell a/k/a Charles E. Campbell Jr., that on February 24, 2016, an order was entered by the Court, naming Richard W. Kuhn, 552 S. Washington Street, Suite 100, Naperville, Illinois 60540, Tel. No. 630-4208228, as the Special Representative of the above named decedent under 735 ILCS 13-1209 (Death of a Party). The cause of action for the Foreclosure of a certain Mortgage upon the premises commonly known as: 176 Grady Drive, Bolingbrook, IL 60440.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the 2016 zoning map for the City of Crest Hill will be available at the City Clerk's office, 1610 Plainfield Road, Crest Hill, IL 60403.

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Name of Business: Apassion Auto Certificate No.: 30609 Filed: March 22, 2016 Located at: 40 Meadow Ave. Rockdale, IL 60436

/s/ Samuel Baez (Published in the Herald-News March 3, 2016 March 27, April 3, April 10, 2016) 1171323 /s/ Nancy Schultz Voots County Clerk

PUBLIC NOTICE Will County Clerk's Office Assumed Business Name Certificate of Registration of Ownership of Business Name of Business: RAPID AIR HEATING & A/C

Name(s) and residence of address (es) of the person(s) owning, conducting or transacting business: Stephanie Cardwell 3900 Leominster Ave. Jolliet, IL 60431

Certificate No.: 30562 Filed: March 3, 2016 Located at: 1115 Elizabeth St. 1R Joliet, IL 60435

Name(s) and residence of address IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have (es) of the person(s) owning, conhereunto set my hand and Official ducting or transacting business: Seal at my office in Joliet, Illinois. Samuel Baez 1115 Elizabeth St. 1R /s/ Stephanie Cardwell Joliet IL 60435 /s/ Nancy Schultz Voots IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Joliet, Illinois.

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SECTION 00100 ADVERTISEMENT TO BID TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE 2016/2017 SECTION NO. 17-00000-01-GM VILLAGE OF ROMEOVILLE, ILLINOIS The Village of Romeoville will receive sealed Bids for the Traffic Signal Maintenance 2016/2017 Contract until 10:00 A.M. on April 8, 2016 at 1050 W. Romeo Road, Romeoville, Illinois, 60446, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud.

The work includes the maintenance of traffic signals and associated appurtenances at twelve intersections in the Village.

Bids are to be addressed to the Village of Romeoville, 1050 W. Romeo Road, Romeoville, Illinois, 60446, and shall be marked “Sealed Bid Traffic Signal Maintenance 2016/2017 - Section No. 17-00000-01GM.” Bidding Documents may be obtained upon presentation of Certification of Prequalification to bid with the State of Illinois from the Village of Romeoville Department of Public Works, 615 Anderson Drive, Romeoville, (815) 886-1870. Mailing of Bidding Documents will not be provided.

All proposals must be accompanied by a proposal guaranty as provided in the Illinois Department of Transportation- Bureau of Local Roads and Streets Special Provision for Bidding Requirements and Conditions for Contract Proposals contained in the “Supplemental Specifications and Recurring Special Provisions.”

Bidders will be required to be in compliance with the Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130), as amended, except where a prevailing wage violates a federal law, order, or ruling, the rate conforming to the federal law, order, or ruling shall govern. Bidders shall be responsible to notify each subcontractor of the wage rates set forth in this contract and any revisions thereto. If the Department of Labor revises the wage rates, the revised rate as provided by the public body shall apply to this contract and the Bidder will not be allowed additional compensation on account of said revisions.

The Village of Romeoville reserves the right to waive technicalities and to reject any or all proposals as provided in IDOT BLRS Special Provision for Bidding Requirements and Conditions for Contract Proposals contained in the “Supplemental Specifications and Recurring Special Provisions.”

Published by the authority of the Village of Romeoville Dr. Bernice E. Holloway, Village Clerk Dated at Village of Romeoville March 22, 2016 (Published in the Herald-News March 25, 27, 28, 2016) 1171014

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That on April 30, 2016, a sale will be held at Greg's Body Shop, 2221 Oak Leaf Street, Joliet, IL, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois against such articles for labor, services, skill or material expended upon a storage furnished for such articles at the request of the following designated persons, unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice.

Name of Person Description of Article Amount of lien David Surufka 2000 Mazda Miata VIN # JM1NB3532Y0145051 $17,510.63 CarMax 2000 Mazda Miata VIN # JM1NB3532Y0145051 $17,510.63 (Published in the Herald-News March 27, 2016, April 3, 10, 2016) 1170808

PUBLIC NOTICE

REL # 15-462 VILLAGE OF ROMEOVILLE, IL WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS The Village of Romeoville will receive sealed proposals for the following improvements at the Clerk's office, 1050 West Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL 60446 until 10:00 A.M. on Monday, April 18th, 2016.

VILLAGE OF ROMEOVILLE, IL ARLINGTON DRIVE AND KINGSTON DRIVE STREET LIGHTING Proposals will be publicly read aloud at the Romeoville Village Hall Training Room V102 at 10:01 A.M. on Monday, April 18th, 2016. No bid shall be withdrawn after the opening of the proposals without the consent of the Mayor and Board of Trustees for a period of forty-five (45) days after the scheduled time of closing bids.

All proposals shall be sealed in an envelope, addressed to the Village of Romeoville, 1050 West Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL 60446, Attn: Village Clerk. The name and address of the bidder, the name of the project, and the words “Sealed Bid” shall all appear on the outside of the envelope. Proposals must be submitted on the forms provided by the Engineer.

The Bid Documents, including specifications, are on file at the office of the Engineer, Robinson Engineering, Ltd., 17000 South Park Avenue, South Holland, Illinois 60473, and may be obtained from the Engineer's office upon payment of Seventy-Five Dollars ($75.00) for each set, or Ten Dollars ($10.00) per CD format. The bid documents will be issued until 12:00 P.M. on Friday, April 15th, 2016. No refund will be made for documents received from the Engineer.

A certified check/bank draft drawn on a solvent bank, payable without condition to the Village of Romeoville, or a bid bond, in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the bid shall be submitted with each proposal, as a guarantee that, if the proposal is accepted, a contract will be entered into and the performance of the contract is properly secured.

A performance bond in a sum equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the amount of the bid, with sureties to be approved by the Village of Romeoville for the faithful performance of the contract, must be furnished by the successful bidder. All bids or proposals shall contain an offer to furnish bond upon acceptance of such bid or proposal.

The right is reserved to reject any or all proposals, to waive technicalities, to postpone the bid opening, or to advertise for new proposals, if in the judgment of the Village of Romeoville their best interests will be promoted thereby.

The contractor will be required to pay not less than the prevailing wage rates on this project as established by the United States Department of Labor. They shall also comply with all applicable Federal, State and local regulations.

Pre-qualifications in accordance with Section 102.01 of the Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction will be required to be submitted to the Engineer by all potential bidders. If in the opinion of the Engineer and the Village of Romeoville, an applicant would not be able to serve the best interest of the City, a proposal will not be issued to the applicant.

Village of Romeoville Will County, State of Illinois (Published in the Herald-News March 25, 27, 28, 2016) 1171003

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