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between slow and sweet songs and faster and more powerful songs – as long as it is within the traditional style of classical, instrumental music. “I like the classical style,” she said. “I feel like if I use lyrics, it feels like an ice show to me. It doesn’t feel like a competition.” This is the first time Burner will compete at the sectional. Although she said she will be happy as long as she gives it her best effort, she has dreams of making it to the national championship. “It would mean a lot to me, because I kind of struggled with injury and anxiety of competition in the past years,” she said.

Claire Burner of Lemont will compete in the Midwestern Sectional U.S. Figure Skating Championships from Nov. 18 to 22 in Geneva. Photo provided

Lemont investing in redevelopment of Gateway TIF By DAN FARNHAM dfarnham@shawmedia.com LEMONT – The Lemont Village Board approved a contract with SB Friedman Development Advisors to help with the redevelopment of the Gateway Tax Increment Finance District during the Monday board meeting.

site’s development scenarios, marketing of the site to developers and review of development proposals. Visit shawurl.com/texts to The Gateway TIF District, sign up for news and weather located at the northwest cortext alerts from Suburban Life. ner of Archer Avenue and Main Street, is 17 acres of unThe contract, which is not derdeveloped land comprised to exceed $200,000, will include of industrial and auto-oriented a financial analysis of the use properties.

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The village purchased the land with plans to redevelop it because the village sees it as a key entrance point to Lemont. Lemont Mayor Brian Reaves said it is imperative to hire a consultant whose expertise is redevelopment projects. To help pay for the consultant, as well as property purchases and demolition in

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the district, the board also approved a $423,000 loan from the Water/Sewer Fund to the Gateway TIF Fund. The Gateway TIF has not produced the tax increment to pay for the expenses. Once property values in the district have risen, the village

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Normally, she would practice every day, but she is recovering from an injury. Her practice schedule requires her to take off from school in the middle of the day and drive to a rink in Buffalo Grove. She works with her counselor to figure out online classes she can take to make up for missed classes. Brunner said the practice breaks down into an hour working on her program, an hour on jumping and an hour on skating and footwork. She said she works with her coaches and choreographers to come up with the long and short routines for competition. “We want my program to be as much me as possible but still adhering to the music I’m using,” she said. Burner said she likes to mix up the music in her programs

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LEMONT – Lemont High School junior Claire Burner will go up against some of the best figure skaters in the country when she competes at the Midwest Sectional U.S. Figure Skating Championships from Nov. 18 through 22 at the Fox Valley Ice Arena in Geneva. Burner will be vying for a spot in the U.S. Figuring Skating Championships in January in Greensboro, N.C. She qualified for the sectional by finishing fourth in the Upper Great Lakes Region Figure Skating Championships Oct. 8 in Richfield, Minn. Burner said she started skating when she was 3. While her brothers also started at that age, she has been the one to stick with it, she said. “In my programs, I am able to express all my emotions about skating, all the happiness I feel,” she said. Burner said she started skating competitively in 2006. She competes at the junior level, a step below the senior level that includes the Olympic skaters. In order to prepare her singles routine, she practices three hours each weekday.

“In my programs, I am able to express all my emotions about skating, all the happiness I feel.”

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Downtown gets ‘boo-tiful day’ for Halloween Hoedown SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA LEMONT – Families enjoyed trick-or-treating, games, rides and costumed fun during the Halloween Hoedown Saturday in downtown Lemont. The Village of Lemont hosted the event, with help from the Lemont Park District and Lemont Chamber of Commerce. Winners were selected in a costume contest that included categories for Overall Best Girl, Overall Best Boy, Scariest Costume, Most Creative Costume and Cutest Costume. Residents and businesses also competed in a Halloween decoration contest. The winning residences were: the Buoncore’s, 316 Freehauf St., first place; the Turrise’s, 1128 Walter St., second place; and the Ptak’s, 12914 Klappa Drive, third place. The winning businesses were: SBT Bank, 12400 Archer Ave., first place; Kids’ Plus Pediatric Dentistry, 15900 127th St., Suite 101, second place; and Gelsosomo’s Pizza, 206 Main St., third place.

ABOVE: Anna Szkliniarz of Lemont receives candy from Smokey Row Antique owner Susan Roy during the Halloween Hoedown Saturday in Lemont. BELOW: Colin Lopez gets a nap in during the event.

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The mural depicting the 1885 Lemont strike receives a dedication Oct. 18 at 112 Main St., Lemont. In attendance were artists Rob Moriarty (back from left) and Mona Parry, Lemont Art & Culture Commissioners Sue Bruce and Nick Greanias, Lemont Village Board Trustee Ron Stapleton and Art & Culture Commissioner Emily JB Christian (front).

The Cook County Clerk’s Office said it will still use its normal procedures to process early and absentee voting for the upcoming election after Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan recently released an opinion about vote counting. Madigan’s statement, issued Oct. 15, said ballots collected through early voting and absentee balloting cannot be counted before election polls close at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Specifically, the opinion said running the ballots through tabulating equipment is a form of counting. Natalie Bauer, Illinois Attorney General communications director, said the decision was released to clarify election laws because of procedural questions some election officials had asked. Cook County Clerk spokeswoman Courtney Greve said the clerk’s office believes its

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normal process of compiling early ballots complies with the law and Madigan’s opinion. With 50,000 applications for mail ballots, she said it would be a new record for the county if all of those ballots were submitted. She said the office sorts the mail ballots it receives by precinct and township a couple of days before the election.

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• CLERK Continued from page 5 The day of the election, the ballots are scanned through machines that process and encrypt the data. The process of scanning these ballots is open to public observation, the same way vote counting is open on election night, Greve said. The data is not counted until it is entered into the tally system and consolidated with the rest of the voting data after polls have closed. “Everything we’re doing, running it through, is not calculating and computing,” she said. “It is preparing to do so.”

However, the Attorney General’s Office has yet to make a decision on whether this process falls within its interpretation of the law. Bauer said the office has received questions about the process and is “looking into matters right now to provide additional guidance.” One clarification released by the Attorney General’s office regarding the opinion answered a question some election officials had about whether voters using electronic voting equipment qualified as counting. According to the clarification, the equipment is legal because the opinion was not meant to address the act of casting a vote.

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A juvenile was charged Oct. 22 with possession of drug paraphernalia after a traffic stop at State and Cass streets.

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By ANDREA AZZO aazzo@shawmedia.com LEMONT – A DeKalb County judge drastically reduced bond Tuesday for a Lemont man accused of kicking his pregnant girlfriend in the stomach in Cortland. Presiding Judge Robbin Stuckert lowered bond from $100,000 to $9,000 Tuesday for Patrick M. Eby, 21, of the 16100 block of New Avenue. Eby, the father of the unborn baby, was

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LEMONT – Eighth-grade students and their parents can get a sneak peek at Lemont High School programs during an eighth-grade open house from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the school, 800 Porter St. Attendees can meet teachers, counselors and administrators and learn about academic and extra-curricular programs. The evening will start in the Performing Arts Center. The event is open to eighth-graders who will be living within the Lemont High School District 210 boundaries next school year. The freshman placement exam will be Nov. 15. For information, visit www. lhs210.net.

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To the Editor: I encourage everyone who is eligible to vote, to do so. In regard to the pensions, there are several things to consider. First, before we had our recent democratic governors, we had 25 years of Republican governors and they were spending those precious pension funds, there are claims that the Thompson Center was paid for by the teachers. The talk of a 401k plan for retirees, which is a defined contribution, is a poor choice for if the stock market goes down, the worker could lose everything, while Wall Street prospers. It is interesting to note that Nebraska has tried this for the past 35 years and came to the realization that it does not work and plans to change to a defined benefit plan. We do not need term limits, but a different system so that other citizens can run for office. Logic tells me that if one had to be wealthy to run, the legislation will be geared to that small group instead of to the majority. If these super wealthy want to run governments, why do they off-shore their money to avoid taxes, but expect the rest of us to support through or taxes and efforts the benefits they receive from the government? Their lack of willingness to put their money here does not sound very patriotic to me. One of the original verses that Katherine Lee Bates wrote for “America the Beautiful,” which we do not sing, includes …”God shed his grace on thee, ‘til selfish gain no longer stain, The banner of the free.” I believe we need to heed those words and to follow the advice of a refrain from a recent song that says …”let need not greed lead the way.” Government should not be run like a business. Government should not be run to create a profit, but to serve its citizens.

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To the Editor: The Citizens for Lemont Public Library Improvements is a committee of library-district residents that supports the referendum on the Nov. 4 ballot. We have a unique opportunity to vote to reduce our property taxes and protect our investment in the library. The building will be 18 years old next year and there are essential capital repairs and replacements to the mechanical and electrical systems, as well as the carpeting, roofing and parking lot pavement. Without a new bond, the cost of these repairs will be more than the available maintenance funds and reserves. It is similar to paying off your car, and despite having performed regular maintenance, you know major repairs will be required to the cooling system, exhaust system and engine gaskets, to keep the car running. The library is a community asset that requires updating to save operating expenses and address changing technology. During a series of public meetings, a need for more quiet study areas was identified, and a new meeting room to meet demand. In addition to the library’s educational programs, its meeting room is the only free public space available seven days a week and evenings to community groups. The proposed bond will be for 15 years at a significantly lower interest rate than the current bond. The result is your library tax will go down approximately 7.5 percent! If the referendum does not pass, the repairs will still be required, and without the new bond, library services may need to be reduced. Please vote “yes” for the library repairs and improvements, without a tax rate increase! More information is available at www.facebook.com/CitizensforLemontLibrary.

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ID required for almost everything but voting SPRINGFIELD – I dropped by my local courthouse Monday and voted early. Before stepping into the county clerk’s office, armed sheriff’s deputies had me empty my pockets and step through a metal detector. After I entered the Sangamon County Clerk’s office, a cheerful worker told me I didn’t need any identification to vote early this year. Hmmm, they don’t trust the public to enter a public VIEWS building unarmed, but when it comes to voting they’ll take Scott anyone’s word at face value. Reeder This year – and for this election only – the Illinois General Assembly has suspended safeguards the state has in place to prevent voter fraud. For example, now you can register to vote at the same time you vote. An ID is required for registration though. But a photo ID, such as a driver’s license, is no longer required to vote early. So as I was standing at the clerk’s desk waiting for a ballot I couldn’t help but wonder: How do they know I’m Scott Reeder? Seriously, anyone could walk off the street, claim to be me and cast a vote on my behalf. Or for that matter, it could happen to you. According to the U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics, 16.6 million Americans experienced identity theft in 2012. Usually identity thieves are creeps trying to steal money. But is it too big a stretch to think someone might try to steal an election? No, it’s not a stretch said Hans A. von Spakovsky, a senior legal fellow for the Heritage Foundation and a national expert in election law. “Illinois has a long and notorious history of voter fraud and these changes they are making make absolutely no sense given that history,” he said. During the waning hours of the 2014 legislative session, Democratic lawmakers pushed through changes in voting procedures – for this election only. Von Spakovsky said in the decades he’s studied elections nationally, he’s never encountered a state that changed the law for one election only. “There is only one reason they would do that – they think it will benefit their candidates. This isn’t about trying to make the election fairer. It’s about trying to help one side over another. You can’t get a marriage license without an ID. You can’t get welfare benefits without an ID. But hey, you can vote.” Voters deserve to have confidence in elections. Without that, the legitimacy of those who govern evaporates. And we deserve to have faith that those who govern were actually elected.

Scott Reeder is a veteran statehouse reporter and a journalist with Illinois News Network, a project of the Illinois Policy Institute. He can be reached at sreeder@illinoispolicy.org.

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Allegro Music and Dance Group members, including instructor Kim Hanna, entertain people with a street performance dance to “Thriller” during the Halloween Hoedown in Lemont.

We wish everyone a Happy Halloween and safe goings this weekend as we celebrate one of the most fun holidays of the year! A reminder that the village asks trick-or-treaters to go from house-tohouse between the hours of 5 and 7 p.m. Also, the Lemont Public Library, 50 E. Wend St., will have its own trick-or-treating from 5 to 7 p.m. on Halloween. Happy hauntings! Thumbs up to all the candidates who responded to Suburban Life’s questionnaires for the Nov. 4 election. Choosing who should run our government is a tough task, and voters need all the information they can get. If you missed the questionnaires in last week’s edition or want to take a look at the responses to additional questions that didn’t make it into print, visit www. mysuburbanlife.com/election-central. David Good, managing editor dgood@shawmedia.com 630-427-6270

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Surely I’m not the only one who was curious about why the couple callers who have recently called about Sound Off not printing the names of the callers didn’t just write to the letters Clean up your leaves to the editor, where they surely Trees are beautiful and they add could have left their names. to your comfort, but now as the leaves fall, don’t wait for the wind Parties passing the blame to blow them on your neighbor’s Both parties are playing lawn for clean up. Be a good “blame Paul.” They’re passing neighbor and do your own. the blame. Both factions shift the load to underclass. No good Phone calls unwanted choices unless we invent a I’d like to know how all these viable alternative. political parties are calling my house by name, asking to vote Tip your hairstylist for their politician, when my To the person who comments phone number is unpublished on not tipping at Christmastime and on the “do not call” list. Yet and asking for a free haircut they are calling us by first and from their hairstylist: How last name. They are disturbing would you like at the end of the our dinner, disturbing our sleep, Christmas week [asking] your calling at different hours of boss for your check and he says, the day. Disrupting things I am “You have no money coming, doing to get to the phone. And you gave all your services away they want my vote. My vote is for free this week.” Doesn’t to stop calling me. Can somesound good, does it? Please body please explain how they reconsider. got my number and how I can get it off all their lists? Side streets too swamped Wanted to ask, why do people Are all candidates crooks? continuously use the side If half of the charges politistreets, [in Elmhurst] the little cians make in their ads against streets, that they go honking their opponents are true, they their horns, won’t let any of would both belong in jail … not us that live in apartments or running for office. Ads take houses get onto the streets to advantage of the public’s lack of get on to drive, and you have to knowledge and savvy. wait forever to even get out of your own driveway. They should No need to include names be considerate. They should be About people saying you have using St. Charles, they should to the leave your name if you use York, bigger streets, instead sound off: It should be your own choice if you leave your name or See SOUND OFF, page 11

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Yes, I’m calling with respect to the “Stand up to the teachers union” comment in the Sound Off column. Basically, when they’re talking about a progressive instead of a regressive tax structure, that’s a very strong point, and it’s something that needs to be done in the state of Illinois in my opinions because we’re trying to work for the good of the state. I think it is a function of the state to try to distribute the money evenly through the state. That homeowners’ tax is in a way regressive on some people, but on others it’s not. You have a lot of people that own land which has a lot of value, but the housing on it does not and they are trapped.

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Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that affects people in every walk of life. It is estimated that 20 million Americans and 60% of diabetics suffer from this disorder. There are many kinds of neuropathy, the symptoms of which include burning, tingling, weakness, numbness, paralysis, and dull to excruciating pain - especially in the hands and feet. Although many neuropathies have no known causes, neuropathy is often associated with other conditions. Examples are: Diabetes, shingles, toxins, autoimmune disorders, bulging discs that compress on nerves, spinal stenosis, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and poor nutrition. Statin drugs and chemotherapy can also cause neuropathy.

Of the many causes of peripheral neuropathies”, says Dr. Kelenyi, “ a major one comes from a metabolic condition. You cannot drug your way out of a metabolic condition. It requires a change in lifestyle.” Dr. Kelenyi says, “Diet is crucial when addressing peripheral neuropathy, especially in diabetics and autoimmune disorders. Harmful foods to be avoided include alcohol, sugar, processed foods, fast foods, junk foods, sodas of all types, foods sprayed with pesticides, and trans-fatty acids. Sweeteners and additives contained in diet soda and processed foods such as MSG and aspartame can negatively impact the nervous system.” As a Board Eligible Chiropractic Neurologist, Dr. Kelenyi performs specific metabolic and neurologic tests to help determine what is causing the problem. There are a few primary types of neuropathies: Large or small diameter or both as well as motor. If jerking is involved then it can be as much a problem in the brain due to trans-neural degeneration as it is in the peripheral nerve. A thorough and comprehensive exam ensures an accurate diagnosis.

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For the last three years Dr. Susan Kelenyi, DC of Glen Ellyn, IL has worked extensively with peripheral neuropathy patients. Dr. Kelenyi describes peripheral neuropathy as damage to the nerves, which transmits information from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body. “This can result in pain, loss of feeling, and inability to control muscles, such as difficulty with walking. As with any other condition, there is no “one size fits all” remedy for those suffering from neuropathies and treatment may vary depending on the cause and severity.” However, many individuals can and do find relief using natural remedies. And this is where Dr. Kelenyi steps in.

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DuPage County voters who are not yet registered at their current address may go to any of the six "Grace Period" Registration locations listed below to register or update their records and cast a ballot up to and including Election Day. Los electores del Condado de DuPage que aún no estén inscritos en su dirección actual pueden ir a cualquiera de los seis lugares de inscripción del "Período de gracia" que se indican a continuación para inscribirse o actualizar sus inscripciones y emitir su voto hasta e incluyendo el Día de la Elección.

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Addison Township Office Gimnasio 401 N. Addison Rd., Addison

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Bartlett Community Center Senior Center 700 S. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett

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Bartlett Community Center Centro para Ancianos 700 S. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Downers Grove Village Hall Committee Room 801 Burlington Ave., Downers Grove

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Downers Grove Village Hall Sala del Comité 801 Burlington Ave., Downers Grove

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Elmhurst City Hall City Council Chambers 209 N. York St., Elmhurst

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Elmhurst City Hall Concilio de la Ciudad 209 N. York St., Elmhurst

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Glen Ellyn Civic Center Solinsky Hall West 535 Duane St., Glen Ellyn

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Glen Ellyn Civic Center Solinsky Hall West 535 Duane St., Glen Ellyn

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Addison Township Office Gym 401 N. Addison Rd., Addison

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"Grace Period" Registration - October 20 through November 4 Permanent Early Voting - October 20 through November 2

"Período de Gracia" inscripción - 20 de Octubre al 4 de Noviembre Votación Temprana Permanente - 20 de Octubre al 2 de Noviembre

DuPage County Election Commission Room 1-500B 421 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

DuPage County Election Commission Sala 1-500B 421 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Dom - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Naperville Municipal Center Meeting Room A 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Naperville Municipal Center Sala de Reunión A 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville

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Olive Trees Condominiums Clubhouse 200 E. Bailey Rd., Naperville

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Olive Trees Condominiums Casa club 200 E. Bailey Rd., Naperville

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Stratford Square Mall Upper Level, Next To Macy's, Entrance 4 152 Stratford Square, Bloomingdale

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Westfield Fox Valley Mall NE Entrance Between Sears And Carsons 195 Fox Valley Center Dr., Aurora

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Yorktown Center The Plaza Shops At Yorktown #42 203 Yorktown Mall Dr., Lombard

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Stratford Square Mall Nivel Superior al Lado de Macy's Entrada 4 Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Dom - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 152 Stratford Square, Bloomingdale Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Westfield Fox Valley Mall Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Entrada NE entre Sears Y Carsons Dom - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 195 Fox Valley Center Dr., Aurora Lun - Vier 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Yorktown Center Sab - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Las Tiendas de Afuera de Yorktown #42 Dom - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 203 Yorktown Mall Dr., Lombard

November 3rd and 4th (Election Day) - "Grace Period" Registration and Early Voting Locations Hours are 8:30 am - 7:00 pm 3 y 4 de Noviembre (Día de Elección) - "Período de Gracia" Inscripción y Centros de Votación Temprana Horarios 8:30 am - 7:00 pm

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OBITUARIES ROBERT A. GLEMBIN Robert A. Glembin, 90, 42 year resident of Lemont, at rest October 28, 2014. Veteran of U.S. Army WW II. Beloved husband of the late Cecelia nee Baumann. Loving father of Barbara and Robert Glembin. Dear brother of Herbert. Retired Chicago mail carrier and member of Lemont Lions Club, Bob enjoyed fishing Private family services. Arrangements entrusted to Gerharz-Cappetta Funeral Home & Cremation Services. Info 630-2572123 or www.gerharzfuneralhome.com

RITA B. KANTOWSKI Rita B. Kantowski nee Krass, age 76, lifelong resident of Lemont, Illinois, with the last seven years spent in North Carolina. This is not an obituary! This is a tribute to a wonderful woman who raised two daughters, Catherine and Mary; and a son, Anthony. Rita was a dear mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and a friend of many. She will be missed by all who knew her. Rita did not want to sadden her family and friends, therefore, she asks nothing from anyone but to be kind to others. Rita's family expresses their most heartfelt appreciation to the doctors, hospice nurses, and the home aides of New Horizon Home Care. WE LOVE YOU MOM! Happy All Saints Day, November 1, 2014. Funeral services Saturday, November 1, 2014, at 12:45 p.m., at Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C., 108 Illinois St., Lemont. Interment SS. Cyril & Methodius Cemetery. Visitation Saturday morning, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. For information, 630-257-6363 or www.markiewicz fh.com

FRED LITKE Fred Litke, 96, of Romeoville, at rest October 27, 2014. Arrangements entrusted to Gerharz-Cappetta Funeral Home & Cemation Services. 630-257-2123

will use the resulting increment to repay the loan to the Water/Sewer Fund, officials said. In other action, the board approved an ordinance setting rules for public comment and public hearing sessions at any village board or committee meeting. The three-minute time limit per speaker is the same as previous policy, but a 30-minute overall limit for all the speakers has been added. In regard to a previous is-

code to differentiate public hearings from public comment. The ordinance says beThe Lemont Village Board of his performance and the cause comment during a pubstarted its Monday meeting fact that news stories often lic hearing may be considwith a conference call with referred to him as “Lemont’s ered testimony given under Chicago Blackhawks goalie and own.” oath, the chairperson of the Lemont native Scott Darling, Darling thanked the board public body may require the who had won his NHL debut and the village, which he said speaker’s full name and adSunday night. is special to him because it dress. Lemont Mayor Brian Reaves was the place he lived the Reaves said the changes said the village was proud longest growing up. to the ordinance are common rules other villages adhere to sue about requiring speakers the speaker should not be re- and are not intended to stifle to give their home address, quired to give information public comment. He said public bodies have the ordinance said that the before as a requirement for the discretion to extend pubpublic body may request in- speaking. formation from the speaker The ordinance also creat- lic speaking time if deemed after they have finished, but ed a new section of the village necessary.

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Continued from page 7 Linebarger Court, Elwood, was charged at 1:20 p.m. Oct. 19 with leaving the scene of an accident, no proof of insurance, failure to give aid or information and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident after a traffic incident at 131st Street and Bell Road.

Theft A radiator was stolen between Aug. 1 and Oct. 21 from a vehicle in the 13300 block of

• SOUND OFF Continued from page 11 of West Avenue or other small streets, or be courteous for people who want to get out of their own homes and have the right to do so. We hear horns honking all the time and there’s always some kind of road rage.

End private gun ownership Today I just heard on the radio that there was another shooting, in Washington state. It’s obvious since Sandy Hook that the politicians cannot do anything about this. So my suggestion is we parents, we teachers, get together and put a stop to this insane practice of everybody owning a gun. The Second Amendment says in a well-regulated militia the

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Property damage • Someone offender damaged a truck and trailer and fled the scene between 12:30 p.m. Oct. 18 and 8:15 a.m. Oct. 20 in the 13300 block of Main Street. • A curb and paver brick sidewalk were damaged at 6:15 p.m. Oct. 22 at Stephen and Front streets. • A curb and telephone box were damaged at 6:12 a.m. Oct. 22 at Bossert and Front streets.

License violations • Montserrat Herrera, 22, of right to bear arms shall not be infringed upon. This kid who did the shooting today was not in a well-regulated militia, and the kid who did the shooting in Sandy Hook also was not in a well-regulated militia. Let’s get together. Come on, people. This has to stop.

1025 Crestview Drive, Lemont, was charged at 2:44 p.m. Oct. 21 with driving while license suspended and speeding in a school zone after a traffic stop in the 16100 block of 127th Street. • Adam Binkley, 25, of 312 Short St., Lemont, was charged at 10:48 p.m. Oct. 21 with driving while license suspended after a traffic stop at South Main and John streets. • Bradford Bronzell, 43, of 324 S. Reed St., Joliet, was charged at 8:10 p.m. Oct. 22 with no valid driver’s license and expired registration after a

traffic stop at State and 127th streets. • Jessica Rebolledo, 30, of 3348 Ravinia Circle, Aurora, was charged at 10:10 a.m. Oct. 23 with driving while license suspended and failure to signal when required after a traffic stop at Wend Street and Erin Court. • Jose Mata-Villegas, 31, of 216 Riley Ave., Lockport, was charged at 10:24 p.m. Oct. 24 with driving while license suspended and suspended registration after a traffic stop at New Avenue and Brown Drive.

mayor (Daniel A. O’Reilly) who lost his last election has his people that are still on the board wasting tax dollars. He lost his election for a reason and he still thinks he should be mayor. He cheated on his taxes. He should be banned from ever running for office again.

should be one of the best boulevards in Woodridge, it’s right by our lake area. I don’t get it. I would think that’d be the best one.

Candidates needed for D-68 School Board election Vacant units draw Woodridge residents need question to think about running for the District 68 School Board spring election. We need a stop put to the rubber stamping of erratic curricular decisions.

Wasting taxpayers’ money I’m tired of the village of Stickney officials who waste the taxpayers’ money. If you go to the meetings, you will see a circus. The former

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Boulevard needs better upkeep in Woodridge All of the boulevards all around Woodridge are so lovely and well kept, except for one – the corner of Woodridge Drive and Center Drive. No matter what time of year it is, it is overgrown, scrubby and unkempt. This

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PICOSA DEBUT WHERE: Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31st St., Oak Brook WHEN: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5 COST & INFO: $25; www.picosamusic.com; 630-850-2363 ABOUT: Christopher Ferrer (shown from left) on cello, Jeffrey Panko on piano, Andrea DiOrio on clarinet, Jennie Brown on flute, and Elizabeth Brausa Brathwaite on violin comprise Picosa, a professional chamber music ensemble. Its four-part season at Mayslake features baroque to contemporary music. A portion of proceeds helps Hesed House, serving people who are homeless.

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WHERE: Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodeo Drive WHEN: 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13 COST & INFO: $75; reservations at www.marchofdimes. org/suburbansignaturechefs ABOUT: Suburban Signature Chefs Auction is presented by Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital. Guests savor wine, spirits and cuisine from lead Chef Frederick Ferrara of the Joliet Junior College Epicurean Club and 15 chefs, while bidding on auction packages to benefit the March of Dimes. Among the restaurants represented are Mago Grill & Cantina, Gordon Biersch Brewery, Meson Sabika, Pinstripes, Ashbury’s and Two Brothers Tap House.

WHERE: Pinstripes, 7 Oakbrook Center, off Route 83 entrance, Oak Brook WHEN: Friday, Oct. 31 COST & INFO: Free admission; 630-575-8700, www.pinstripes.com ABOUT: Ghosts and goblins trick or treat at Pinstripes from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Guests of all ages with the scariest, sweetest and funniest costumes may participate in the evening’s costume contest, with judging at 8 p.m. Top prize is a party for eight guests, a $500 value.

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WHERE: Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove WHEN: Friday night at midnight on Halloween COST & INFO: $5; www.classiccinemas.com ABOUT: For Halloween night chills, the historic Tivoli Theatre beckons as Classic Cinemas features the extended director’s cut of “The Exorcist” on the big screen. The 1973 movie is the first horror film to be nominated for Best Picture. Earlier that evening, a sister cinema, Ogden 6 Theatre, will show “Scream” at 10 p.m. at 1227 E. Ogden Ave., Naperville. Admission costs $5.

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WHERE: Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago WHEN: Thursday to Sunday through Nov. 9 COST & INFO: $39 Thursdays, or $45; www.porchlightmusictheatre.org, 773-777-9884 ABOUT: Edward J. MacLennan of Bolingbrook plays the role of Judge Turpin in “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.” The show launches Porchlight Music Theatre’s 20th anniversary “Season of Sondheim.” One of Sondheim’s best-loved works, the Tony Award-winning musical is a spine-chilling thriller about obsession and retribution.

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John & Tony’s Ristorante an inviting steakhouse WEST CHICAGO – Discovering an abundance of delicious options on a menu is particularly pleasing, given my dining companion’s finicky nature when it comes to food choices. John & Tony’s Ristorante in West Chicago ably meets the challenge with offerings of steak and seafood to pasta, pizza and burgers. A fire glowing softly in the attractive dining room’s stone fireplace, and music by Dean Martin, Michael Bublé and other crooners created a relaxing atmosphere as we perused the menu. The appetizer list quickly caught our attention. The bacon-wrapped dates sounded tempting, but so did the crispy calamari. Of course, we also considered the flaming saganaki and the antipasto platter. We zeroed in on our dinner selections, deciding to forgo the openers and save our appetites for our entrees. My companion ordered the 18-ounce, ribeye steak, cooked medium well, with a side of garlic butter sauce for dipping, and garlic roasted red potatoes. The garlic trifecta was completed with his choice of dressing for the house salad. The steak was cooked perfectly and was extremely tender. The garlic butter sauce offered as a side condiment gave the steak an extra boost, but the cut of meat could certainly stand on its own without any embellishment. I selected the Parmesan-crusted, bone-in pork chop with garlic roasted red potatoes and a simple house salad with balsamic vinaigrette. The chop was about half an inch thick, and lavishly crusted with Parmesan cheese, offering great flavor and a moist cut. The garlic roasted red potatoes were a tasty side dish to both the steak and pork chop. A garnish of thinly sliced spirals of carrots and beets provided an aesthetic touch with a nice crunch. If you prefer Italian-Amer-

John & Tony’s n Where: 27W371 North Ave.,

West Chicago n Hours: 11:15 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 11:15 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday; 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sunday; Sunday brunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; lunch buffet 11:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday to Friday; bar open late n Dress code: Casual n Info: 630-520-0593, www. johnandtonys.com

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John & Tony’s is an appealing destination for casual fine dining on North Avenue in West Chicago.

J&T’s pork chop is a Parmesan-crusted, half-inch-thick, bone-in chop accompanied by garlic roasted red potatoes. Even if you’re not having dessert, take a look at the The decadently tender, 18-ounce ribeye steak is served with garlic but- sweets menu. You know you’ll want to come back and try the ter sauce and garlic roasted red potatoes. tiramisu sundae. The brunch on Sundays also sounds tempting. ican cuisine, John & Tony’s pasta dish by choosing from The restaurant is famiwon’t disappoint. Signature a variety of pastas, sauces, ly-friendly, and offers a chilpastas encompass lobster vegetables and meats. dren’s menu and gluten-free ravioli, cavatelli and Italian Also featured are veal options. Individuals who sausage, and angry mussels – specialties such as veal mussels served with linguine piccata and veal and eggplant would like to imbibe will find and a spicy tomato and white Parmesan, along with seafood an extensive wine list, draft and bottle beer availability wine sauce. There is also an including blackened tilapia, and martini specials. option to create your own coconut shrimp and salmon.

Open daily, the restaurant serves something for every taste. And adding to the ambience various evenings is live music from rock to jazz and favorite standards.

The Mystery Diner is a newsroom employee at Suburban Life Media. The diner’s identity is not revealed to the restaurant staff before or during the meal. Only positive dining experiences will result in published reviews.

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GEM OF AN EXHIBIT EXTENDED WHERE: Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage Hill Ave., Elmhurst WHEN: Extended through December COST & INFO: Inspired by the juxtaposition of human mortality and the timelessness of gemstones, Peruvian artist Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio created 15 life-size skulls – each with a distinctive personality. Pictured is his work titled “Everlasting Youth,” executed in materials including aquamarine. It’s one of the pieces in the special exhibit called “Faces of Eternity.” Regular admission is charged, and Fridays are free. For details, call the museum at 630-833-1616 or visit www.lizzadromuseum.org.

2401 Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside. Cost: Free. Information: www. northriverside-il.org. PINOCHLE PLAYERS CLUB, 12 p.m. Oct. 31, Village of North Riverside Recreation, 2401 Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside. A small fee is collected to cover snacks. Cost: Free. TRUNK OR TREAT, 4 p.m. Oct. 31, Faith United Methodist Church, 432 59th St., Downers Grove. Wear a Halloween costume and go trick or treating among car trunks filled with candy. Free candy, hot cider and cocoa, “walking tacos” (Fritos/ Doritos with toppings you put in the OCT. 31 bag). Will move indoors if weather dictates. Cost: Free. Information: BENEDICTINE SYMPOSIUM WEEDS www.faithchurchdg.org. OUT PESTICIDES IN LAWN CARE, 9 TEEN NIGHT OUT, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 31, a.m. Oct. 31, Benedictine University, Faith United Methodist Church Lisle, 5700 College Road, Lisle. Free, all-day 5395 Westview Lane, Lisle. Activities seminar on the issue of pesticides, include snacks, board, card, and video lawns and social change. Benedictine games. Open to students in 6 grade faculty and experts will discuss the and up. Cost: Free. Information: www. scientific, cultural, ethical and public faithchurchlisle.org. health implications of eliminating the use of pesticides. Open to the public. MURDER IN THE MANSION, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 31, McCormick Museum at Seating is limited. Cost: Free. InformaCantigny Park, 1s151 Winfield Road, tion: www.ben.edu. Wheaton. Get Away With Murder, PARENT/TOT TUMBLING AT THE REC, 9 Inc. of Akron, Ohio brings us an intera.m. Oct. 31, Village of North Riverside active murder mystery where you’re Recreation, 2401 Des Plaines Ave., invited to “dress the part.” Or, if you North Riverside. Ages 1-2.5 meet from prefer, don provided costume pieces. 9-9:35 a.m.; ages 2.5-3 meet from Every participant has a role, either a 9:40-10:20 a.m. Cost: $36. Informasuspect or a detective. Cost: $100. tion: www.northriverside-il.org. Information: www.cantigny.org. NEEDLECRAFT CLUB, 10 a.m. Oct. 31, Village of North Riverside Recreation, FREE DANCE CLASSES FOR AGES 5-8,

6:45 p.m. Oct. 31, Expression Dance Studio, 21 W. Quincy St., Westmont. Information: www.expressiondancestudio.com. FREAKY FRIDAY BLACKLIGHT BASH, 7 p.m. Oct. 31, Village of North Riverside Recreation, 2401 Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside. Cost: $8. Information: www.facebook.com/NRRecreation.

NOV. 1 FALL CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 1, St. John Lutheran Church, 7214 S. Cass Ave., Darien. Showcase of handmade and retail items. There will also be a bake sale and raffle. Event raises funds to purchase new equipment and supplies. Cost: Free. Information: www. sjlcdarien.org. DOWNERS GROVE FROG SUPER SATURDAY CLASSES, 9 a.m. Nov. 1, O’Neill Middle School, 635 59th St., Downers Grove. Kids K-12 (can learn about everything from high altitude weather ballooning to cupcake decorating. Cost: $35-$70. Information: www.friendsofthegifted.com. A HOLIDAY HAPPENING CRAFT & ART FAIR, 10 a.m. Nov. 1 and 11 a.m. Nov. 2, College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Featuring 200 booths of handmade gifts and unique home decor. Cost: $4.50. Information: www.craftproductionsinc.com/a-holiday-happening.html.

YOUTH YOGA AGES 10-14, 11:30 a.m. Nov. 1, Garden of Yoga, 140 N. La Grange Road #17, LaGrange. Cost: $100. Information: www.gardenofyoga.net. GHOST AND SPIRIT ENTITIES, 1 p.m. Nov. 1, The Theosophical Society in America, 1926 N. Main Street, Wheaton. How are spirits understood globally and what social roles do they play? Real-life paranormal investigations will be discussed. Cost: $85. Information: https:// www.theosophical.org/programs/ ongoing-classes. HONEYROCK ROUNDUP, 3 p.m. Nov. 1, Wheaton College, SRC, 603 Kenilworth Ave., Wheaton. All past and future HoneyRock campers are invited to the Roundup at Wheaton College. This is an opportunity for campers to connect with one another as well as their summer counselors and other summer staff. Cost: Free. Information: honeyrockcamp.org. CHILI COOKOFF AND PIE AUCTION, 6 p.m. Nov. 1, Downers Grove Community Church, 6600 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove. Free Chili Cook off featuring 12 types of chili. While tabulating results, fresh home baked pies will be auctioned off. Proceeds benefit the Deacons Fund which is used for non-church and church members in need of financial help. Cost: Free. Information: www.dgcc.org.

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“ED PASCHKE: IN PRIVATE HANDS,” through Nov. 30, Fr. Michael E. Komechak Art Gallery, Benedictine University, 5700 College Road, Lisle. This commemorative exhibition celebrates the lively and Pop art-influenced representational imagery associated with Edward Paschke’s art. Known as one of the internationally-acclaimed Chicago’s Imagists artists, he chose to work with intensely colorful expressionism and aggressive themes. The exhibition is comprised of family members’ collections, which have rarely been seen in public. Cost: Free. Information: www.ben.edu/ komechak-art-gallery/events.cfm. “ALMOST, Maine,” 7:30 p.m. through Nov. 2, St. Joseph High School, 10900 W. Cermak Road, Westchester. One cold, clear Friday night in the middle of winter, while the northern lights hover in the sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in the strangest ways. Cost: $11-$13. Information: www.westchesterplays.com. “DESIGN FOR MURDER,” through Nov. 2, Theatre of Western Springs, 4284 Hampton Ave., Western Springs. Everyone is a suspect in this gripping thriller that includes romance, comedy and a dark and stormy night. Cost: $18-$20. Information: www. theatrewesternsprings.com. “GRACE & GLORIE,” through Nov. 8, Village Theatre Guild, 2S720 Park Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Grace is 90 years old and has checked herself out of the hospital to die at home. Glorie is the young woman who attempts to care for the cantankerous Grace. This is a beautiful story, told with gentle humor, of two very different people forming a close bond. Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. Cost: $18. Information: www.villagetheatreguild.org.

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COFFEE BREAK AND STORY HOUR, 9 a.m. Nov. 4, Christian Reformed Church of Western Springs, 5140 Wolf Road, Western Springs. Bible Study for women of all ages and backgrounds. Story Hour is a program for children ages 3-5 years. There is a nursery for infants and toddlers. Cost: Free. Information: www.crcws.org. PRINCIPLE DANCE: CREATIVE MOVEMENT, 10:30 a.m. Nov. 4, North Riverside Public Library, 2400 S. Des Plaines, North Riverside. For ages 2 to 6 with an adult. Space is limited; priority will be given to North Riverside residents. Cost: Free. Information: www.northriversidelibrary.org. ROTARY CLUB OF DARIEN MEETING, 12:15 p.m. Nov. 4, Argonne National Laboratory Guest House, 9700 Cass Ave., Lemont. Information: www. darienrotaryclub.org. AFTER-SCHOOL READ ALOUD CLUB, 3:30 p.m. Nov. 4, North Riverside Public Library, 2400 S. Des Plaines, North Riverside. Practice reading aloud in a small group. Bring a book you’re currently reading to each session. Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. for 1st and 2nd

PICOSA: MIRAGE, 7 p.m. Nov. 5, Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31 St., Oak Brook. Picosa is a professional chamber music ensemble comprised of flute, clarinet, violin, cello, and piano. Each Picosa concert program encompasses a broad range of classical repertoire from baroque to contemporary. The ensemble is also committed to highlighting one work by a composer currently living in the Chicago area on every program. The first work featured this season is titled “Mirage” by composer Shulamit Ran. Cost: $25. Information: www. picosamusic.com. DATE WITH HISTORY SERIES, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5, First Division Museum at Cantigny Park, 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Author John Graham will discuss his book, “The Gold Star Mother Pilgrimages of the 1930s.” Cost: Free. Information: www.firstdivisionmuseum.org.

NOV. 6 BURR RIDGE-HINSDALE-OAK BROOK LIONS CLUB MEETING, 12 p.m. Nov. 6, Lions Clubs International Headquarters, 300 W. 22nd St., Oak Brook. Information: e-clubhouse.org/sites/ oakbrook. AUTHOR JUDYTH VARY BAKER, 7 p.m. Nov. 6, Clarendon Hills Public Library, 7 N, Prospect Ave., Clarendon Hills. On Meet and hear a living witness to the Kennedy assassination era, Judyth Vary Baker. Baker, who says she was intimately acquainted with Lee Harvey Oswald and other key figures in New Orleans in the summer of 1963, will discuss her new book, “David Ferrie: Mafia Pilot,” as well as her first book “Me & Lee: How I Came to Know, Love and Lose Lee Harvey Oswald.” Cost: Free. Information: www.clarendonhillslibrary.org. LEMONT LIONS CLUB MEETING, 7 p.m. Nov. 6, VFW Hall, 15780 New Ave., Lemont. Information: e-clubhouse. org/sites/lemontil.

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n WHO: Thornton at Lemont n WHAT: Class 6A playoff

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n OUTLOOK: After a one-year

hiatus, Lemont makes a return to the postseason in emphatic fashion after going through the regular season undefeated. The Indians have been dominant offensively, scoring 45 or more points in each of the past week weeks. Thornton qualified for the playoffs after notching a 41-14 win over Thornridge last week. The Wildcats can score points but also are yielding an average of 29.9 points a contest.

Sports to your phone Visit shawurl.com/texts to sign up and receive sports scores and alerts from Suburban Life. sel] always does a great job of coaching them up. They spread you out and and they do what you should do when you’ve got quick, fast kids. As for his own team, Kooi likes where the Indians are at. “For the most part, we are relatively healthy,” he said. “And that is one of the things you ask for right away. The other thing you ask is, ‘how are you playing?’ and I think we are playing well. The part that’s really exciting, I think we can raise the bar even higher.”

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Lemont wide receiver Jimmy Kepouros breaks a tackle during their home game Oct. 24 against Thornton Fractional North.

When Bret Kooi took over the Lemont football program in February, the wheels were already in motion for the Indians to make a return to the postseason after falling two wins short in 2013. In fact, according to the former Lockport coach, he just jumped aboard for the ride. And what a ride it has been so far. On Oct. 24, Lemont put the finishing touches on a perfect regular season campaign with a 59-6 win against Hillcrest and were rewarded with a No. 1 seed in the Class 6A bracket. The squad will host Thornton in the opening round at 6 p.m. Saturday. “These guys, before I arrived, were already on that mission,” Kooi said. “That was evident when I was interviewing for the job and when I first started and that is a compliment to our assistant coaches. The guys were really driven. “And without a doubt, it [an undefeated regular season] is a special accomplishment. To be honest, at the beginning of the year, I don’t think we were really thinking along those lines. It was definitely week to week and next thing you know, we are looking at a situation of being 9-0.” Keeping with that same mentality, Lemont certainly won’t be looking past Thornton, which comes in with a lot of playoff history. “We’ve got our hands full, no doubt about it,” the coach said. “Their kids never quit, they always bring it. That makes it a very scary situation, especially in a firstround situation. Bill [Mo-

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By SCOTT SCHMID sschmid@shawmedia.com Scott Darling calls himself an under-the-radar type of guy. But the Lemont native is trying to embrace the newfound attention he has received after being called up by the Chicago Blackhawks and recording a win in goal in his first NHL start Oct. 26. “It’s been crazy,” Darling said, “just the response that people have given me whether on Facebook or twitter. It’s definitely cool. I’m proud to wear this jersey and represent Chicago and hockey players. It’s pretty exciting.” Starting off the season with the Rockford IceHogs of the AHL, Darling received his opportunity when Blackhawks starting goalie Corey Crawford went down with an upper-body injury. “We were in Toronto at the time,” Darling said. “When I got off the ice after practice, the coaches pulled me aside and told me the situation, that I was going to Chicago. I hopped in a cab from the rink and went to the airport and was on a plane an hour after I got off the ice. “I didn’t know if it was going to be just for a night, I wasn’t really sure. But I was super excited for my first callup. I called my girlfriend and my parents and those were the only calls I was able to make before I got on a plane.” Darling was the back-up to Antti Raanta for three games before getting the start against the Ottawa Senators, making 32 saves and leading the Blackhawks to the 2-1 win, his first victory in an NHL sweater. “I was pretty nervous during the day while I was waiting to go to the rink,” he said. “I was thinking about the game and also reminiscing about the path that led me there, just looking back on everything. By the time I got to the rink, I tried to treat it like another hockey game. “And the guys were awesome, they were trying to calm me down and keep me loose. When I got out there, it was an amazing experience. When the final buzzer went, it was a huge feeling of relief and ex-

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“When the final buzzer went, it was a huge feeling of relief and excitement. I was really happy to get my first game and win and that is something nobody can take away from me.” Scott Darling Chicago Blackhawks goalie

citement. I was really happy to get my first game and win and that is something nobody can take away from me.” After the game, the 25-yearold was named the No. 1 Star of the Game. “They said out loud that I was a local guy and the whole place erupted,” said Darling. “They were so supportive and loud, it was really, really cool.” Darling received his second career NHL start Tuesday against the Anaheim Ducks but was on the wrong side of a 1-0 loss. He made 24 saves in the defeat. Having grown up a Blackhawks fan, taking the ice at

the United Center was a dream come true. And doing it in front of 20 or 30 friends and family was the icing on the cake. “To be on the ice for the National Anthem and to hear the crowd from that point of view,” the goalie said, “it is really something that I’m not sure I’ll ever be able to put into words. “It was a very good experience and I’m certainly happy with how things went. And over the next few days I found out that some kids I knew from high school were there and also guys that I played youth hockey with. It turned out to be a great way to catch up with old friends.”

The Lemont boys soccer team saw its 2014 season come to an end Tuesday with a 2-1 loss to Washington. The Indians closed out the fall with a record of 17-3-4. Lemont had advanced to the sectional Oct. 24 after knocking off Mt. Carmel 5-0 to claim the regional title.

Girls cross country Placing six girls in the top-20, Lemont captured the Rosary Class 2A regional title Saturday. Bridget Kunkel led the Indians with her fourth-place showing in 19:28 and was followed by Gabby Voltarel in 10th in 19:54. Celine Ratulowski and Beata Drozda were 12th and 13th, Claire Gaen came in 17th and Taylor Campos finished 19th. Rounding out the group was Jorie Dybcio in 24th. Lemont next competes at the Wheaton Academy sectional Saturday with the race starting at 10 a.m at Kress Creek Farms.

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Lemont’s Shae Millinowisch sets the ball against Wheaton Warrenville South Oct. 17 during the Autumnfest Tournament at Glenbard East. Ganzer crossed the line in 24th with a time of 17:50 and Konicki was 28th in 18:07. Additional competitors were Simon Batistich (38th in 18:50), Andrew Trick (18:56), Jaron Fay (48th in 19:17), Connor Brandt (56th in 19:38) and Nick Matulik (59th in 20:05).

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Also competing at the Rosary sectional, the boys team came in eight-place with a score of 170 and had two sectional qualifiers in Evan Ganzer and Chris Konicki.

Host Lemont took Downers Grove South to three games Tuesday before dropping a 23-25, 25-19, 25-21 decision in a Class 4A regional semifinal match.

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than everybody around him, and when you’re better than everybody around you, you’re pressed to make plays. Coming out of Vanderbilt, some of his things from a technical standpoint were concerning, in terms of coming off the back foot, protecting the football. Jay, like a lot of players in that position, has a little bit of a gun-slinger personality in terms of, ‘I want to be the guy making the plays.’ He trusts his arm. Those are habits. Habits are hard to improve.” Really? Then why did he just guarantee Cutler $54 million over this and the next two seasons? Trestman said of Cutler “his leadership’s been at a premium.” Since leadership has been

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tition have yielded a 3-5 football team. I didn’t ask about his work ethic. Does that explain leadership to you? Let me be clear. Cutler is not what’s wrong with the Bears, he is just a piece of a much bigger puzzle. Emery and Trestman are guys it would be easy to pull for and many of you would really like to see them succeed. But after listening to them Monday, I’m afraid I came away with a lot more questions than I did answers, or hope.

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Bears general manager Phil Emery and coach Marc Trestman met the media to answer questions on the day after the Bears’ 51-23 loss to the New England Patriots and expressed a firm belief the season could be saved. Trestman explained things will get better after the bye, “Because it shows up that we can get it done. These are things that are correctable. “Our ability to create some turnovers will help us. Our ability to match up better will help us. I’ve seen this happen over time after a bye week, where teams find themselves. “And I feel confident that we’re going to find our way through this and get back in a position where we are playing more consistently, to where we are playing the kind of game we played against Atlanta, that we played against San Francisco.” It is, however, exactly that kind of answer that creates more questions than confidence. The Falcons are one of the worst teams in the league, and the Bears were awful against the 49ers for three quarters and aren’t in that game if San Francisco doesn’t commit 16 penalties and four

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